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Volume 13 Issue 25
Sullivan’s Island
N E W P A S T O R J O I N S S T. M A R K ’ S
BY MIMI WOOD
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
H
aving served 20 years as
a chaplain in the United
States Navy, Lieutenant
Commander, USN Ret. Phil
Clark, the new pastor at St.
Mark’s Lutheran Church on
Isle of Palms, is “getting used
to ‘island time’.” Things are a
tad slower here, considering, for
instance, his first six months
of duty, when he covered over
50,000 nautical miles aboard
an aircraft carrier. Back then he
coordinated 38 worship services
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Easter Services at
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church  appear to have slowing down
300 Palm Blvd
Good Friday, March 29  footwashing service on Maundy
12-3 p.m. 14 Stations of the
Cross; Individual Prayer
and Meditation; Individual
Confession and Holy
Communion
6:30 p.m. Procession of the
Cross along the Via Delarosa
through Jerusalem and Liturgy
of the Day
Saturday, March 30
7 p.m. Easter Vigil Procession
beginning at 3rd Ave and
Ocean Blvd
Easter Sunday, April 1  a bad thing to have knowledge
6:45 a.m. Ecumenical Sunrise
Worship on the Beach at
Breach Inlet
 9 a.m. Easter Brunch
 9:15 a.m.:  Adult Sunday
School
10:30 a.m. Celebration of The
Resurrection followed by an
Easter Egg Hunt
Check out the website
at: StMarksIOP.org
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• Isle of Palms
per week, providing resources for
any type of faith denomination.
“As the new kid on the block,
my fellow clergy informed me
that I would be preaching off
the back of a flatbed tractor
trailer, overlooking the harbor
in Gladstone, Australia,” he
recalls of his first Easter in the
Navy. “The local Anglican priest
introduced me ‛as a Yank’ to the
crowd of 5,000 stating, ‘You’re
going to love his accent!’ I had
no choice but to open with ‘Good
Morning, All Y’all!’” and the crowd
went nuts.
Brimming with energy and
fresh ideas, Pastor Clark doesn't
on his agenda. For example,
take Holy Week. In addition to a
Thursday, (which, p.s., was a
breeze at St. Mark’s, after once
washing the feet of 120 Marines)
the Easter Vigil service involves
a candlelit procession from
Third Ave. and Ocean Blvd. to
the church, led by a bagpiper.
“We end up with a full candle-
lit illumination service in a
tent. We try to evoke a sense of
Christ’s walk from the darkness
of The Cross into the light of The
Resurrection,” he explains.  spiritually, and guide them in
And once again the new kid
in town, Pastor Phil was given
the opportunity to preach at the
sunrise ecumenical service on
Easter Sunday, at Breach Inlet.
Reverend Herman R. Yoos,
Bishop of the South Carolina
Synod of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in America,
recommended Pastor Clark
to St. Mark’s congregation as
a permanent replacement for
Reverend Bonnie Mefferd, who
retired in 2016 after 13 years of
service. Since then two interim
pastors have served. “St. Mark’s
was the only congregation I
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Pastor Phil Clark at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
interviewed with who said their
primary concern was finding
a pastor to help them grow
community outreach,” remarked
Clark.
Clergy from neighboring island
churches have been quick to
welcome Pastor Phil, all looking
to work in conjunction with
each other, and reach out where
people need it most. “So, that
means Jesus may be traveling,”
he quips, “as we’re going to take
the love of God where it’s needed.”
“At age 17,” Pastor Clark
reminisces, “I knew I wanted to
go into a helping profession, be it
a doctor, a farmer or a teacher.”
He distinctly remembers hearing
the “call of God.” Eager to
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respond, and immediately enter
the seminary, he was told he had
to first obtain a Bachelors degree.
“So, I majored in Business
Administration. The financial
mindset of many clergy is, ‘God
will provide'. I thought, ‘Yes, God
will provide, but it might not be
of the tools He’s going to need’,”
Pastor Clark grins, recalling the
pragmatic rationale for his major.
Founded in 1952, St. Mark’s is
one of the oldest congregations
east of the Cooper. Church
Council President Tom Proctor
enthuses, “Phil’s a Godsend.
He’s got some good ideas that
are really cool; we’ve already
started to implement some of his
programs.” 
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2 March 30, 2018
Sewer line project will clear trees, trailer
parking coming to lot behind Town Hall
T
he Sullivan’s Island Town
Council held its regularly
scheduled meeting on
Tuesday, March 20. Mayor
Pat O’Neil asked for citizen’s
comments, but there were none.
The first item on the agenda
was to declare March as
American Red Cross Month on
the island, which is typically
an annual proclamation. No
vote was necessary to make the
declaration and no members of
the council had any opposition.
The next topic discussed was
the appointment of Wells Fargo
Securities as Bond Underwriter
and First Tryon Securities
as Financial Advisor, part of
the financing plan for capital
projects such as the upgrades
to the water treatment facility. A
motion was made to approve the
appointment, and all members
of the council were in favor.
In his Administrator’s Report,
Andy Benke reviewed some
correspondence he had received,
mainly noting that the team from
CIVIC
BY EMMA WOODHAM
STAFF WRITER
ABC who has been doing some
filming on the island has another
film shoot in the next few days.
Benke didn’t feel that the film
crew had really been much of a
disruption on the island so far.
He also added that the council
will need to have a meeting with
Wells Fargo and First Tryon
Securities and that they need to
establish a time.
Mayor O’Neil noted that
the Town Comptroller, Jason
Blanton, had given the council
the budget timeline and was
willing to answer any questions
about it. Councilmember
Bachman Smith asked about
the funds allocated as salary
for a new Building Department
Trainee, and Administrator
Benke pointed out that Randy
Robinson, the Chief Building
Official, will likely be retiring in
the next two to three years. It will
take about that same length of
time to fully train and license a
replacement, which is the reason
for the trainee position.
The allocated pay has been
reviewed and compared with
other local municipalities.
In the Public Facilities report,
Councilmember Mark Howard
made a motion to ask staff to look
at the scope of work that needs
to be done on the fire station
building. Councilmember Rita
Langley didn’t have anything
to report from the Land and
Natural Resources Committee,
but Zoning Administrator Joe
Henderson briefly updated
the council on the Planning
Commission’s comprehensive
plan. He noted that 23 palm
trees were planted along Ben
Sawyer Blvd. thanks to the Tree
Fund.
For the Water & Sewer
Committee, Councilmember
Smith reported that financing
discussions about the water
treatment plant project are still
ongoing. He also added that
the committee met with some
residents of the Poe Ave. and
Citadel St. area about the sewer
line replacement project that will
impact those streets. Despite
some hope that there might be a
couple of different plan options,
the town will proceed with the
current plan. Additionally,
because tree roots are a big
issue for the sewer lines, a lot of
the area will need to be cleared
out. The work should begin in
late April.
Councilmember Chauncey
Clark thanked the Sullivan’s
Island Police force for the work
they did on St. Patrick’s Day
during the island’s celebration.
He also made a motion that the
town staff and legal counsel
work out the necessary details
to permit boat trailer parking
behind the Town Hall where the
Army vehicles used to be parked.
He hopes that the details would
include a small fee for the use of
each space.
Councilmember Tim Reese
asked if this plan would allow
Council continues on page 3
March 30, 2018
letter to the editor
Dear Editor,
In this age of inclusion,
disability rights and general
awareness and acceptance of
individuals who use wheelchairs
to travel, I was dumbstruck last
month by the driver of a golf
cart who squeezed next to the
handicap space at Ron’s Home
Team BBQ on Middle Street.
Because the golf cart prevented
the mobility van’s ramp from
fully extending, it made it
impossible for our friend using
the wheelchair to maneuver his
chair onto the ramp.
The parking spot was clearly
marked by the easily recognizable
blue handicap parking sign. The
space was painted with blue lines
to delineate the space, and also
diagonally placed blue lines to
warn off cars from parking next
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Tuesday, April 3
Recreation Committee
5 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Board of Zoning Appeals
5:30 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Wednesday, April 4
Public Works Committee
All Day
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Accommodations Tax
Advisory Committee
12 p.m.
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to the handicap spot. The golf
cart parked squarely in the space
with the diagonal blue lines!
Perhaps the driver didn’t notice
the handicap parking sign, or the
blue lines, or the sticker on the
van asking people not to park too
closely? Or maybe the driver was
simply ignorant of how people
with wheelchairs travel and get
into and out of vehicles. I also
notified Chief Griffin of this issue
but haven’t heard back. Can you
please help spread the word to
golf cart drivers to be mindful of
handicap spaces. The BBQ was
delicious, by the way.
I have attached an image of
a van to show how the ramp
extends from the side of the car.
Sincerely,
Tamara Barney
5 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Tuesday, April 10
Real Property Committee
4 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Wednesday, April 11
Municipal Court
3 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Planning Commission
4:30 p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
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boats on trailers or simply
trailers. Councilmember
Clark would like to try it out
temporarily with just trailers, but
suggested that the committee re-
examine demand for the spaces
a month or two after rolling
out the plan. Councilmember
Mark Howard stated that he
feels this is more of an amenity
that gated communities offer,
not town municipalities. All
members of the council were in
favor of the motion except for
Councilmember Howard.
In her Recreation Committee
report, Councilmember Sarah
Church was pleased that this
year’s St Patrick’s Day family
celebration in Stith Park was
one of the most successful
years so far. She thanked the
Fire Department and the police
department for all their help.
She also added that vendors
have been selected for the 2018
Farmers Market and asked if the
Fire Department might be willing
to help clean up the market site.
She still hasn’t found a
solution for the bamboo forest
area, a topic that the committee
has visited several times, and
hopes the committee can meet
again to discuss it soon. Lastly,
Councilmember Church added
that the pickleball lines have
been painted and that residents
are already utilizing them.
Following the conclusion of
the committee reports, Mayor
O’Neil suggested that the council
adjourn into executive session,
and the meeting concluded. The
next meeting of the Sullivan’s
Island Town Council will be
Tuesday, April 17 at 6 p.m.
Monday, April 9
Special Council Meeting
5 p.m.
2056 Middle Street
Council Workshop
6 p.m.
2056 Middle Street
Wednesday, April 11
2018 Plan Steering
Committee Workshop
5 p.m.
2056 Middle Street
Planning Commission
6:30 p.m.
2056 Middle Street
Thursday, April 12
Board of Zoning Appeals
6 p.m.
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CIVIC
Police Chief, City Administrator Kids march out
leaving City of IOP of USL
BY DESIREE FRAGOSO STAFF REPORT
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

T
he City of Isle of Palms announces
two vacancies in its staff
leadership. Chief of Police Thomas
Buckhannon has retired effective April
14 following 37 years of service with the
City. City Administrator Linda Lovvorn
Tucker has announced her resignation
effective October 8, 2018.
“The City appreciates the long service
of both department managers which
is a combined total of 54 years. Chief
Buckhannon lived on the island for
many years, rose in the ranks in the
department then led the department
to becoming a nationally accredited
police agency, which at the time of
the City’s first accreditation, made the
Isle of Palms one of the smallest police
agencies in the state to achieve this
goal. Chief Buckhannon has grown
the department commensurate with
the needs of the community. When the
Chief started with the City in 1980 there
She shepherded the City through
numerous public improvements to
include drainage improvements, front
beach enhancements, bulkhead/
dock constructions, Recreation
Center Expansion, two major beach
restorations and multiple disaster
recoveries. During her tenure, the City
has won many local, federal and state
grants and brought recognition to the
City’s achievements through multiple
municipal achievement awards setting
the City up as an example to other local
governments. Additionally, the City
has received a local acknowledgement
for being the Best Family Beach and
a national award as Best Restored
Beach,” said Mayor Carroll.
“While the City is saddened to see
these valued Department Managers
leave their service with the City, Students from USL walk out on March 14.
City Council wishes them well and PHOTO BY KIMBERLY BROWN
acknowledges that they leave behind

were six officers including the Chief.
At Chief Buckhannon’s retirement,
the department has 22 sworn officers
including the Chief.
City Administrator Linda Tucker,
a more than 40-year Isle of Palms
resident, has served the City for
17 years as the first female City
Administrator and the longest serving.
an excellent legacy and model for their
successors. They will always be part of
the Isle of Palms City family,” Mayor
Carroll comments.
The City anticipates that an interim
chief of police will be announced soon.
Shortly thereafter, position vacancies
will be posted to recruit candidates to
fill these important positions. what is.”
S
tudents at the University School of the Lowcountry
joined other kids around Charleston and the world
to walk out in honor of the 17 kids shot and killed
at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School exactly one
month prior. The effort was coordinated to protest gun
violence. Kimberly Brown witnessed the Mount Pleasant
event stating, “It was very touching to witness. If kids
trying to speak out to save lives isn’t news, I don’t know

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8 March 30, 2018
CIVIC
Preston announces candidacy for
SC District 112 house seat
C A M PA I G N K I C K O F F F O R D E M O C R AT S E T F O R A P R I L 1 5
BY KATIE PRESTON
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
J
oe Preston, an Isle of Palms husband,
father, former volunteer firefighter and
small business owner, has filed in the
Democratic primary to represent District
112 in the State House of Representatives.
A Democratic challenger has not filed for the
seat for over 20 years.
A campaign kick-off event is scheduled
for Sunday, April 15, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at
1718 Middle Street, Sullivans Island.
The 112th District encompasses areas
east of the Cooper River, including Sullivan’s
Island, Isle of Palms and areas of Mount
Pleasant. The Republican candidate for
District 112 has been unopposed in every
general election for this state house seat
since 1996.
“It is important for people of the
district to have the free exercise of our
constitutional freedoms, which includes the
ability to choose our representation in the
Statehouse,” Preston explains. “Our state is
at the bottom of every list you want to be on
the top of, and at the top of every list you
Joe Preston. PHOTO PROVIDED want to be at the bottom of. We need to come
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back from the bottom. The status quo is not
working. Change is the only way.”
In a district that contains the state’s largest
high school, is experiencing some of the most
rapid growth and development in the state,
and is a world class tourist destination,
Preston is running to increase investment
in education, competent and responsible
development, infrastructure advancements
and environmental preservation.
“I will fight for every resident of the district.
I will fight for our children’s education,
increasing infrastructure investment, and
against the culture of corruption endemic
in our Statehouse,” he said. “I look forward
to speaking to every resident in the district
and making sure that our voices are heard
in Columbia.”
To find out more about the candidate
and campaign, you can go to www.
prestonforprogress.com, Facebook @
prestonforprogress, and twitter @
preston4progres.
6 March 30, 2018
Summer safety tips
for caregivers
COURTESY OF DEE NORTON CENTER
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
W
ith summer quickly approaching and parents and caregivers
finalizing their summer camp selections, it is important to
ask the following questions before you entrust your child
to summer camps and/or other child care programs. Knowledge is
power - by making an informed decision, you can ensure that your
child has a wonderful, exciting and above all, safe experience.
• Does the program conduct background checks on all employees?
• How is staff screened?
• Does the agency/program have a policy in place that no child is
to be left alone with an adult?
• Does the camp have ACA accreditation? (The American Camp
Association evaluates the camp’s safety, health, program and
camp operations.)
• What is the ratio of staff to children?
• What trainings do staff receive to keep children safe?
• Does this place have a child protection policy regarding how
they report suspected abuse?
• Does the policy mandate reporting to all authorities?
• How does the camp handle emergencies?
If you have a concern about the safety and well-being of a child,
you have a place to turn. The Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center
provides expert, comprehensive care for children and families from
the moment of concern through the healing process.
The Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center is the region’s leading
resource to help prevent child abuse, protect abused and
traumatized children, and put children and their families on the
path to healing. Learn more by calling 843.723.3600 or go online to
DeeNortonCenter.org.
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At the Rec... 843.886.8294 iop.net
HUCK FINN SCHOOL runs week-long camps for grades 1 and up,
with locations at Middleton Place, Awendaw and Sullivan’s Island.
 This is where the magic happens! The most fun, rewarding and
CAMP SUMMERSHINE REGISTRATION:       creative program the world has ever seen. Or, at least since wood was
IOP Residents: April 9 – April 27 invented. We teach woodworking, metal-forging, art, music, survival
Non- Residents: April 16 – April 27 SUAREZ SOCCER CAMP  skills, and leather work. Our mission is to bring back the time-
Things to know about Camp:  June 25 – June 29  honored techniques and skills that lead to a lifetime of confidence
• Recreation Department opens at 7 a.m.  9 a.m. – noon $125 resident/$130 non-resident  and mastery. Oh, and we make really cool stuff, too. For more info
• Registration will start at 7 a.m.  Ages 5-12 years  visit HuckFinnSchool.com.
• Registration Form is located on-line, IOP. Instructor: Suarez Soccer Staff 
net please fill out and bring with you to expedite   KIDS CLUB at Church of the Holy Cross, 2205 Middle Street
the registration process.  I AM ARTIST CAMP Holy Cross Kids Club is a morning camp designed to provide your
• If you are new to the Isle of Palms, bring proof of Ages 5-11 years child with fun, faith and friends! Each week features a super cool
residency and copy of Birth Certificate.  Commotion in the Ocean:  theme your kids will love plus a corresponding bible story/lesson.
• Fee: $65 resident/$70 non-resident June 4 – June 8, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.  We will sing songs together, get silly together (Wacky Wednesdays)
Call 843.886.8294 with any questions about camp.  and grow our faith together. Ages 1-6. Registration open on March 1
Magical Mystical Art:
August 6 – August 10, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.  at 9 a.m. at holycross.net/kidsclub.
  Life is But a Canvas:
RISING STARS BASKETBALL CAMP   August 13 – August 17, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.  CHARLESTON GAILLARD CENTER CAMP PROGRAMS
June 11 – June 15 $110 resident/$115 non-resident  The Gaillard Center music and theater camps offer students in the
9 a.m. – noon  $125 resident/$130 non-resident  Participants will bring home art work daily. All materials provided. Lowcountry the opportunity to learn and thrive in the performing arts.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.  $180 resident/$185 non-resident  Instructor: Diana Connors, Back Porch Art  Through a blending of instructional and performance opportunities,
Ages 5-14 years   camp programs help develop skills that will last a lifetime. Visit
Instructor: Rising Stars Basketball Staff  ACTING CAMP GaillardCenter.org for information and to register.
  “The Jungle Book”   ¾¾ Youth Jazz Orchestra Camp
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP  Ages 8-13 years Hosted by Charlton Singleton – Artist-in-Residence
June 18 – June 22  August 6 – August 10, 9 a.m. – noon June 18-22, Middle and High School students
9 a.m. – noon $125 resident/$130 non-resident  $125 residents/$130 non – residents  ¾¾ Summer Theater Camps
Ages 10-15 years Perform a delightful funny rendition of Rudyard Kipling’s classic Week long sessions in July, ages 7-12
Instructors: Laura & Kreg Togami  novel. Build the fundamentals of acting with theater games. For the non-performer: Students ages 13 – 14 have the unique
  Student’s will perform a short play at the end of the session for opportunity to be a part of the backstage and work with the
GET YOUR SPIKE ON family and friends. professional technical crew.
August 6 – August 9, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.  Instructor: Jean Schubert ¾¾ Choreography Creation Camp
$80 resident/$85 non-resident  Hosted by the Charleston Gaillard Center Education Initiative
Ages 10-16 years  & Dance Conservatory of Charleston
Instructors: Laura & Kreg Togami  June 25 – 29, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., ages 8 – 12
8 March 30, 2018

Goldbug hosts grand

re-opening
L O C A L S H O P, L O C A L G O O D S

STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

A
shley Reid Martin has been in her
initial location, tucked under Mex
1 for a couple of years, but her
recent expansion, including extensive
renovation, has really opened things up.
Martin started renting the space
next door last summer and on March
10 she re-opened for the season, more
than doubling her shop’s floor space.
The renovation was a family affair. Her
husband helped with the construction,
putting in street facing windows that let
in light and offer passers-by a glimpse
into the specialty shop. Martin’s father-
in-law, a wooden boat builder by trade,
laid wood floors and built the hand
finished counter.
“It’s fun to have a little more space,
for a little more product,” remarked
Martin conservatively. The shop now
carries resort and swimwear, a selection
of craft accessories and of course her
unique, handmade jewelry. “I’m going to
have to make more inventory to fill the
new shelves,” she says.
Goldbug is open Tue-Sat, 11 a.m.-7
p.m., Sun from noon-5 p.m. and closed
(left) Ashley Reid Martin, owner of Goldbug on Sullivan’s Island. (above) Martin and Mon. Visit them online at ShopGoldbug.
friends celebrated the re-opening of the shop. com.
PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA
March 30, 2018 9

Sullivan’s Island residents learn through experience

U N I V E R S I T Y S C H O O L T R I P TA K E S L O C A L S T O F L O R I D A , A L A B A M A

BY SARAH VEGA
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

T
wo island residents, Stella governments to plantations
Childress and Bennett and houses of worship. These
Gilhuly of Sullivan’s Island, experiential learning field trips
recently participated in University provide students the opportunity
School of the Lowcountry’s (USL) to make connections between
annual Middle School trip. From what they’ve learned in the
February 22-27, the 6th through classroom and what is going on
8th grade students explored in the world around them.
points of interest, historical sites, During the trip, students
and military facilities throughout also visited the Basilica of
Alabama and Florida. the Immaculate Conception,
The first stop of the trip was Gulfquest, the National Naval
in Atmore, AL to visit with the Aviation Museum and Naval Air
Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Station Pensacola, Mission San
which is the only federally Luis, Florida State University and
recognized tribe in the state. The the National High Magnetic Field
tribe has around 3,000 enrolled Laboratory, the Tampa Bay Times
members, and Childress enjoyed and environmental reporter,
getting to know them. Bennett Gilhuly (far left) and his University School classmates toured the USS Alabama Craig Pittman, The Ringling Art
“We learned about their culture Battleship Memorial Park, which included a hangar filled with military airplanes. Museum, and Castillo de San
and played stick ball, which is a Marcos.
game the tribe would play to settle for the Amish. Childress said Alabama. Gilhuly’s mother, Kimberly
disagreements instead of going to eating at Yoder’s, one of two “It towered over us like the tip Brown, attested to the positive
war. It was really challenging and traditional Amish restaurants in of Mt. Everest,” Gilhuly said. “We impacts of the trip on her
violent,” she shared. the community, was memorable began to grow tired as we went family, including her husband
Childress also enjoyed visiting for both the delicious food and down its hundreds of stairs. They Brian Gilhuly, who served as
NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at welcoming people. kept going down, deeper, and a chaperone for the trip, when
Cape Canaveral, where they were For Gilhuly, visiting Battleship deeper. It was as deep as the she shared, “Both Bennett and
able to see the shuttle launch Memorial Park in Mobile, AL Mariana Trench!” he said. Brian had a million stories to
pads via tour bus and get an up offered the most memorable The annual trip is an extension tell me about the sights they
close look at the Space Shuttle moments of the trip. The of USL’s Learning Outside the saw and experiences they had.
Atlantis. students were able to explore the Classroom program, which I am grateful Bennett had such
Perhaps the most unique USS Drum, the oldest American engages students in weekly as hands-on in-depth learning
stop of the trip was in Pinecraft, submarine on public display, field trips to explore everything experience through University
Florida, a popular vacation spot as well as the Battleship USS from military bases and local School.”
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A day when
everyone's Irish
STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

S
láinte! Sullivan’s Island celebrated St. Paddy’s Day
in the usual manner, with a big party at Dunleavy’s
Pub. And the Dunleavy’s tradition spread to the
peninsula this year with the Pub sponsored float in the
Charleston parade.

The Notre Dame Club of Charleston

celebrates St Patrick's Day aboard
the Dunleavy's Pub float.

Bill Dunleavy and Jamie Maher host an annual tradition at Dunleavy's Pub.

Kerri and Kevin Debbs experience their first Dunleavy's celebration.

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Warmer waters wake up fish
O
n the heels of a chilly
January, temperatures
have soared higher over
the last few weeks. Warmer
water temperatures made for
happy fish and the spring bite
is well underway. The usual
suspects, redfish and trout, will
be the primary targets and both
will be increasingly more active.
Don’t wait a couple months, get
your line in the water and start
catching now!
Over the last few months,
redfish have been doing their
best to avoid hungry dolphins.
Now they will switch modes from
survivors to predators. Redfish
still remain in huge schools and
the most productive fishing will
be at low tide when they are
concentrated. These fish will be
spooky so you’ll want to be quiet
and slow on your approach. On
many days, the best option is to
post up and wait for the school to
swim within range of you.
During this time of year, these
big schools of redfish will often
turn their noses up at artificial
lures. So, instead of casting at
them to no avail, we’ll fish bait
on the bottom. Put out chunks of
ON THE WATER
BY GEOFF BENNETT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
Tamisha Broadwell from Georgia. 7lb redfish caught using a mud minnow under a
popping cork.
blue crab or cut mullet on size 3/0
circle hooks. Place your rod in the
rod holder and leave the rod alone
when you see a fish begin to eat.
The circle hook does all the work
for you and when your drag starts
to sing you are in business.
With the end of February
being quite warm, the trout bite
has slowly begun. Artificial lures
will be your best bet. Fish these
lures slowly and try to let them
PHOTO BY GEOFF BENNETT
sink to the bottom. These fish are
sluggish as well and it pays to
get the lure right in front of their
nose. Plastic lures that imitate
small minnows are a good choice
and the Zman 3.75” Streakz in
smokey shad is our go to choice.
Matched with a 1/8oz. or 1/4oz.
jighead, this combination will
work well throughout the year.
Please strongly consider
practicing catch and release of
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trout throughout their spawning
season in the spring. Water
temperatures dropped into the
low 40s in January and South
Carolina’s Department of Natural
Resources fears there was a
significant trout kill. The agency
is urging catch and release and
notes that putting trout back in
the water as opposed to your
cooler after tough winters can
go a long way to protecting the
fishing stock.
See you on the water!  
For a decade, Capt. Geoff
Bennett has operated Charleston
Charter Fishing providing light
tackle charters. Clients choose
from a full menu of artificial and
live bait fishing options with
charters tailored to their desires.
USCG licensed and insured,
Capt. Bennett is committed to
providing a safe and enjoyable
charter to anglers of all skill
levels and ages. For more
information, call Capt. Bennett at
843.324.3332, visit his website
CharlestonCharterFishing.
com or email him at captain@
charlestoncharterfishing.com.
March 30, 2018
IOP native serves aboard warship
BY STEVE WATTERWORTH
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
A
n Isle of Palms, South Carolina, native and 2012 Wando
High School graduate is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard USS
Kearsarge.
Ensign Caitland Armstrong is a surface warfare officer aboard the
amphibious transport dock operating out of Norfolk.
Kearsarge, one of the Navy's most advanced amphibious ships,
is designed to deliver Marines and their equipment where they are
needed to support a variety of missions ranging from amphibious
assaults to humanitarian relief efforts.
Ensign Caitland Armstrong. PHOTO BY DUSTIN GOOD.
A Navy surface warfare officer is responsible for driving the ship
when the captain is off the bridge. “We also work with communications
when underway,” said Armstrong.
“My southern hospitality and a love of the water has given me an
appreciation for the oceans we navigate,” Armstrong said. “When we
went boating on the Intracoastal Waterway, they were perfect. When
underway, I am reminded that they are the same waters I was on as
a kid.”
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Sailors’ jobs are highly varied aboard USS Kearsarge. More than
400 men and women make up the ship's crew, which keeps all parts
of the ship running smoothly, from handling weaponry to maintaining
the engines. An additional 700 Marines can be embarked. USS
Kearsarge is capable of transporting Marines and landing them
where they are needed via helicopters, vertical takeoff and landing
aircraft and landing craft.
“The success of our Surface Force ships is measured by our ability
to provide Fleet Commanders with combat naval power at sea and
to project that power ashore where and when it matters,” said Vice
Adm. Richard A. Brown, commander, Naval Surface Forces. “It's
hard work to ready ships for combat operations at sea - it takes the
talent of an entire crew working well together. I’m extremely proud
of the each and every surface warrior's contributions to the Navy's
enduring mission of protecting and defending America, at home and
around the world.”
These amphibious transport dock ships support amphibious
assault, special operations or expeditionary warfare missions and
can serve as secondary aviation platforms for amphibious ready
groups. Because of their inherent capabilities, these ships have been
and will continue to be called upon to support humanitarian and
other contingency missions on short notice.
Armstrong has military ties with family members who have
previously served and is honored to carry on the family tradition.
“I am the first in my family to serve in the Navy,” Armstrong said.
Armstrong's proudest accomplishment was being qualified as an
Officer of the Deck. 
“I have earned the Captain's trust,” said Armstrong.
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy's most relied-upon assets,
Armstrong and other USS Kearsarge sailors know they are part of a
legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes.
“It's made me more disciplined and offered leadership experiences
I would not have found elsewhere,” Armstrong said. “I have been in
charge of a 45,000-ton ship worth billions.”
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Training for the Bridge
Run? Don’t mess it all
up on race day
T I P S F O R P R E - A N D P O S T- B R I D G E R U N
BY MEREDITH NELSON, M.ED
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
I
f you are planning to run the 2018 Cooper River Bridge Run, I
know you and 39,999 other people will have a blast. It’s always a
fun time, for not only the seasoned competitive runners, but also
those who are there, some in costume, for the party.
But no matter your goals for race day, there are some things that
can make your experience more enjoyable. Here are my favorite tips
for having a good run.
In the days leading up to the race:
• Don’t try anything new. This includes coffee on race day, wine
the night before, new foods the day prior, and food on the course.
If your body hasn’t experienced something, pre-race isn’t the
time to experiment.
• Get a good night’s sleep – two nights before. You might have
the “can’t sleep” jitters the night before, but that probably won’t
affect your race too much. However, poor sleep two nights in a
row can make you sluggish.
• Eat a healthy meal for dinner the night before. For example,
a palm-sized serving of protein, unprocessed starches (sweet
potatoes, quinoa, or brown rice), and a cup of cooked veggies.
Unless you plan to be running more than an hour, there is no
need to “carbo-load.” Sure, you can enjoy some pasta if you like,
but don’t overdo it.
• Make sure you have your plan in order for getting to and from the
race. Be sure you check road closure times and shuttle details. If
you are leaving a car downtown for a speedy getaway, you’ll have
to coordinate logistics, including where to legally park overnight.
Be sure to hit the Expo
• The Expo at the Charleston Area Convention Center is a great
opportunity to buy new gear and check out all the cool running
stuff. But don’t break in those cute new shorts or sleek new
shoes on race day. Even something as simple as a gel pocket or
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race number belt can throw a kink into your race if you have an
equipment malfunction.
Friday:
• Drink lots of water the day before.
• Stay off your feet as much as possible, doing only what your
training plan calls for (if anything) and not much else.
• Again, avoid new foods, drinks, etc, that may affect you hours
after consumption. Remember, there is no port-a-potty at the
top of the bridge.
Lay out all your clothes the night before
• Don’t forget socks (you know THAT pair of shoes only works well
with THAT pair of socks), your bib (race number), and a way to
carry what you want to have with you.
• It’s a good idea to plan to carry your driver’s license and a credit
card during the race, as there are a few things you may want to
purchase at the after-party in Marion Square.
• Throw-away layers… for the hour (or more) when you are waiting
at the start line. The temperature may be a good bit cooler and
you’ll want to stay warm, but those layers will quickly weigh you
down once you start running.
What to do that morning:
• Rise early enough to eat (if that’s what you do) and get to the
start line.
• Once you’re in your corral, then what? Stay warm. Perform some
dynamic stretching . . . some simple stretches, jumping jacks,
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leg swings, etc. (Need more help with
this? Contact me.)
• Keep drinking water, but not too
much – a few sips every 15 minutes
or so. And don’t forget to locate a
porta-potty for any last-minute pit
stops.
POST-RUN:
As I like to say, “don’t let the glue
dry”… be sure to stretch. Even if you’re
on your feet at Marion Square for the
after-party, try not to sit or stand still
for too long, and once you have the
opportunity, spend 15 minutes or so
stretching (again, contact me if you need
help with a specific stretching routine.)
Most importantly, have fun! Unless
you are an elite runner, this race isn’t
one to get a PR (personal record) in, so
try not to take it too seriously. Enjoy the
sights and camaraderie, and if you see
me out there, give me a thumbs up to
let me know you’re having a great time.
Meredith Nelson, M.Ed, began her
running career in college more than thirty
years and thirty pounds ago, and is the
owner of PrimeTime Fitness, Inc, in Mt.
Pleasant. She still competes in 5ks, 10Ks,
and ½- marathons, and has completed six
marathons. Next on Meredith’s bucket list
is a 50K. Certified through AFAA in Group
Fitness, ACE as a Personal Trainer and
Medical Exercise Specialist, and TPI as a
golf fitness professional, Meredith has been
bringing fitness to the East Cooper area for
over twenty years. Meredith can be reached
with your fitness questions at 843.883.0101,
or Meredith@primetimefit.net.
COMPUTER CORNER
Don’t expect email privacy
without encryption
BY BOB HOOPER
FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS
E
mails are postcards. You send out
that email to friends, relatives,
work and away it goes…. To
WHERE? Here are some things to
remember about emails and the
“free” fax services that people use
every day without a thought. An
email is like sending a postcard
through the “snail“ mail. It has
no security or rather envelope
to hide the contents.
Once an email leaves your
computer and goes out on
the “net” to be delivered to an
email address it goes through
several “stops” or servers. Each one
of these servers CAN and some cases DO
keep a copy of everything that goes through
them. It is possible that an email sent thru
Gmail (or any other service) could be “copied”
several times on its way to the intended person.
This happens with "free" fax services so please
do not send your 1040 tax return to someone
using that service because most likely it will be
copied along the way.
That does not mean someone is actively
looking at these copies BUT still it is stored
somewhere not in your control nor the control
We now
build
websites!
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of the person you were sending it to. ALL
emails/faxes/etc. can be copied
along the way to the intended
person. Please remember this
when sending info.
Now for some good news.
You can send emails encrypted
which if copied does have an
envelope around it.
Outlook allows you to send
your email as “encrypted.”
In Office 2007, 2010 and
2103/16 you can send a message
encrypted. On the top of your new
message you can use an option to encrypt
that message, or you can do it for all new
messages. Be aware, though, if you make it all
messages, the people it's going to would need a
password to open.
Other software does the same. If you using
an online email service (Gmail/AOL/Yahoo,
etc.) it’s a bit harder and some do not offer it
at all.
If you want help or have questions don't
hesitate to call Rent A Bob at 843.822.7794 or
email at rentabob@live.com.
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ONGOING
Mondays
WHAT: Memoir Writing Circle  (adults)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come and share
your stories. 843.883.3914.
 
Tuesdays
WHAT: Toddler Storytime
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Enjoy picture
books, flannel board fun, sing-a-
longs, poetry and activities that
encourage language skills. (Ages
2-3 with adult) 843.883.3914.
Wednesdays
WHAT: Toddler Days
WHERE: Charleston Museum,
360 Meeting St.
WHEN: 10-11 a.m.
MORE INFO: Toddler Day classes
are designed for toddlers (18
months – 3 years) and a parent,
grandparent, or friend to play
and explore in The Charleston
Museum. Program includes four
craft projects as well as finger
paints, a puppet stage, a sandbox,
and more. $6 Members/$9
Non-Members. To register visit
CharlestonMuseum.org.
Cater your next gathering with
Catering@HomeTeamBBQ.com | 843.225.7427 x1
HomeTeamBBQ.com | @HomeTeamBBQ
Thursdays
WHAT: Mah Jongg Nights
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library, 1921 I’on Avenue.
WHEN: 5:30-8:00 p.m.
MORE INFO: Learn to play the
fun and fast-paced game of
American Mah Jongg.  Beginners
welcome. 843.883.3914.
Saturday, March 31
WHAT: Lego and MegaBlok fun
(children)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: See what you can
build with Legos and MegaBloks.
Call for details 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Breakfast With The
Easter Bunny at Wild Dunes
Resort
WHERE: Sweetgrass
Pavilion, 5803 Palmetto Dr.
WHEN: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Parents can enjoy
our famous Southern buffet,
and the kids will love the
pancake buffet. Adults 21 and
older, enjoy unlimited mimosas
and Bloody Marys from 8:30-
10:30am for an additional $17
(purchased with meal) or $20
(purchased independently).
Cost is $20 for adults, $12 for
kids, children 3 and under
complimentary. Reservations
required 866.320.5102.
Sunday, April 1
WHAT: Easter Brunch at Wild
Dunes Resort
WHERE: The Sweetgrass
Pavilion, 5803 Palmetto Dr.
WHEN: 10:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: In addition to
traditional brunch favorites like
waffles and omelets, other special
items include hand-carved leg
of lamb and glazed ham, fruit
display, chef’s selection of special
desserts and more! Cost is $50
for adults, $21 for kids, children
3 and under complimentary.
Reservations suggested
866.320.5102.
WHAT: Golden Egg Hunt
WHERE: Wild Dunes Swim
Center
WHEN: 9 a.m.
MORE INFO: A limited number
of golden Easter eggs will be
hidden throughout the Resort
core area starting at 9 a.m. Clues
are available at the Swim Center
from noon-2 p.m. The hunt
will continue until all eggs are
redeemed or 7 p.m., whichever
comes first.
Monday, April 2
WHAT: Mount Pleasant Artists
Guild
WHERE: Point Hope United
Methodist Church
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Laura Todd, a
painter and art consultant with
the Todd and Huff Art Center
located at 1897 Andell Bluff Blvd,
Seabrook Island will present. New
members and guests are always
welcome.  For more information
visit MtPleasantArtistsGuild.
com and see us on Facebook.  be moderated by Chris Bryant
Wednesday, April 4
WHAT: Family BINGO
WHERE: Wild Dunes Village
Plaza
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Enjoy a fun filled
night for all ages. FREE.
Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r
Thursday, April 5
WHAT: Starlight Yoga
WHERE: Mt. Pleasant Pier
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Open to all fitness
levels. Online registration will
end April 5 at 2 p.m.; event-
day registration is available
on site if space allows. A rain
date is reserved for April 12.
Participants are encouraged to
bring their own yoga mat or beach
towel. For info and to register
visit CharlestonCountyParks.
com or call 843.795.4386.
WHAT: “New Card” Mah Jongg
Party
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 4:00-8:00 p.m.
MORE INFO: Break in your new
2018 National Mah Jongg League
card with an extra-long playing
session. Beginners are welcome;
please RSVP by Monday, April 2.  WHERE: Franke at Seaside, 1885
Email darlingc@ccpl.org or call
843.883.3914.
Friday, April 6
WHAT: Farmer Minor Daisy
the Pig: Pig Out on Reading
(Children)
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Meet Farmer Minor
and Daisy the Pig, and learn all
about Daisy's adventures. Meet
Daisy and her friends, the pugs,
after the show. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Live Music
WHERE: Grand Pavilion at Wild
Dunes
WHEN: 5-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Live music
beachside. FREE.
WHAT: Family BINGO
WHERE: Wild Dunes Village
Plaza
WHEN: 6-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Enjoy a fun filled
night for all ages. FREE.
Saturday, April 7
WHAT: Live Music
WHERE: Grand Pavilion at Wild
Dunes
WHEN: 5-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Live music
beachside. Admission is free!
Sunday, April 8
WHAT: Lowcountry Cajun
Festival
WHERE: James Island County
Park
WHEN: noon-6 p.m.
MORE INFO: Cajun, Creole and
other foods will be available
for purchase. Carpooling is
recommended. No coolers, outside
beverages, or pets permitted.
Admission: $15 for adults (13
and up); free for children 12 and
under and Gold Pass holders.
CharlestonCountyParks.com for
details.
WHAT: Charleston Music Club,
Student Awards Recital
Rifle Range Rd., Mt. Pleasant
WHEN: 3 p.m.
MORE INFO: Free, annual
performance highlights young
artists. Music Club Scholarships
for summer music camps or
private study are funded by
donations. For any information
on donations or the club
see CharlestonMusicClub.org or
email bmusic385@gmail.com.
Tuesday, April 10
WHAT: J. Waties Waring and the
Dissent that Changed America
WHERE: The Charleston
Museum, 360 Meeting St.
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. wine reception,
6 p.m. presentation and
discussion
MORE INFO: US District Judge
Richard Gergel will speak about
Judge Waring. He will be joined
by civil rights attorney Armand
Derfner. The discussion will
For information and tickets
visit BrownPaperTickets.com/
event/3358277.
WHAT: POE-etry Writers Group
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Gather with fellow
poets to share and improve your
work. 843.883.3914.
April 22
WHAT: Books for Bier WHAT: IOP Community Yard Sale WHEN: 9:30 a.m. departure
WHERE: Bay Street Biergarten, WHERE: IOP Rec Center MORE INFO: Cost is $15 and
549 East Bay St. WHEN: 8 a.m.-noon $16. For more information call
WHEN: 5:30-8 p.m. MORE INFO: Enjoy a morning of Laura McMaster at 843.886.5397. 
MORE INFO: In celebration shopping and treasure hunting.
of National Library Week,
Charleston Friends of the Library Saturday, April 21
hosts the 3rd annual event. Saturday April 14-21 WHAT: Beach Lovers Book Club:
Bring a gently used book to
WHAT: Habitat for Humanity’s The Last Castle (adult)
Bay St. Biergarten and receive Women Build WHERE: Poe Branch Library
one free beer. Kids who bring a
WHERE: Ferguson Road, James WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
children's book to donate receive Island MORE INFO: Come for a
a free root beer! (Limit one WHEN: Daily discussion of Denise Kiernan’s
beverage per person). For info visit MORE INFO: During the Women “The Last Castle: The Epic Story
CharlestonLibraryFriends.org.
Build week, women make a of Love, Loss, and American
difference by helping build a Royalty in the Nation’s Largest
Wednesday, April 11 decent and affordable home
for a family that needs a hand
Home.” Light refreshments
provided. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: World Affairs of up, not a handout. Sign up at
Charleston SeaIslandHabitat.org or call
WHERE: The Citadel Alumni 843.768.0998 for info. Saturday, April 21-22
Center WHAT: Carmina Burana
WHEN: 5 p.m. reception, 6 p.m.
speaker Monday, April 16 WHERE: The Gaillard Center
WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Dr. Trita Parsi, WHAT: Knights of Columbus MORE INFO: Featuring 150
author of Losing an Enemy - Golf Tournament singers from The Charleston
Obama, Iran and the Triumph WHERE: Wild Dunes Harbor Course Symphony Chorus, 60 plus
of Diplomacy (Yale University WHEN: All day musicians from The Charleston
Press, 2017), one of the nation's MORE INFO: Hosted by Knights Symphony Orchestra, and three
top experts on Iran, will present of Columbus Council 9475. $100 guest vocalists, alongside 28
“The Iran Nuclear Deal - How it entry fee. Register by Calling Bob dancers from Nashville Ballet.
Happened, Where is it Headed,
Fintak at 803.917.1530. Based on a collection of poems
and What does it mean for U.S.- written by clergy and theology
Iran relations?” For more info visit
students in the 11th, 12th
WACCharleson.org. Thursday, April 19 and 13th centuries. Purchase
tickets by calling the Gaillard
WHAT: IOP Garden Club Field Trip
Thursday, April 12 WHERE: Riverbanks Boatnical Center 843.242.3099 or online
WHAT: Lit After Dark (The Race
Garden, Columbia SC GaillardCenter.org
Series) Book Discussion– “The
Color of Water”
WHERE: CCPL Poe Branch
Library
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Come for a
discussion of James McBride’s
“The Color of Water: A Black
Man’s Tribute to His White
Mother.” Light refreshments
provided. 843.883.3914.
Saturday, April 14
WHAT: Sticks and String Craft
Group
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: noon
MORE INFO: Bring a knitting,
crochet or needlework
project. Beginners welcome.
843.883.3914.

your island hair salon
843-883-9101
2205 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
Acme Lowcountry Kitchen
Specializing in local and
sustainable seafood. All Altantic
Ocean sourced Seafood. $$-$$$
886-FISH (3474)
31 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
Banana Cabana
A casual menu suits its
beachfront setting. Nibbles like
peel and eat shrimp and nachos
alongside heartier platters of
seafood. $-$$
886-4361
www.thebananacabana.com
1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Beard Cat’s
Gelato made from locally sourced
ingredients, and coffee shop that
sits below Obstinate Daughter. $
416-5020
www.beardcatsweetshop.com
2063 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Ben & Jerry’s
Enjoy an array of ice cream
flavors, from Chocolate Therapy,
to Peach Cobbler on Isle of Palms’
Front Beach. $
886-6314
www.benandjerrys.com
1009 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Boathouse
Fresh, local seafood, and
phenomenal sunset views from
the upper deck on Breach Inlet.
$$-$$$
886.8000
www.boathouserestaurants.com
101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Coconut Joe’s &
Island Joe’s Coffee
Spectacular views of the Atlantic
on the rooftop bar and live music
every night during the summer.
$-$$. Island Joe’s next door
featuring coffee and ice cream. $
886-0046
www.coconutjoes.biz
1120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
The Co-Op
A gourmet deli specializing in
breakfast and lunch sandwiches
as well as local coffee. Enjoy
pantry staples including beer
and wine along with locally made
products and house made take
and go meals. Open 7 days a
week. Delivery available. $
882-8088
Bacco
off-island eats
Regional Italian restaurant featuring
fresh pastas, fior di latte mozzarella
and Neapolitan style pizzas from the
wood burning oven. $$$
843.884.6969
www.baccocharleston.com
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd., Mt.
Pleasant
Calder’s Buffalo Pub
Friendly neighborhood pub that has
the best wings in Charleston,
maybe the coldest beer and of course
plenty of sports on TV. $$
843.881.0049
calderspub.com
1971 Riviera Dr, Mt Pleasant
Deroma’s Pizza
Square pizzas (specialty & create-
your-own) plus a few sandwiches &
salads in a simple eat-in space. $$
843.972.1780
deromaspizza.com
1948 Long Grove Dr, Mt Pleasant
Eggs Up Grill
Relaxed chain serving a menu of
island eats
www.thecoopsi.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great
food options, unique beers on
tap, spacious side porch, and live
music. $-$$
242-8310
www.dinghyiop.com
8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
High Thyme
A small island bistro, with a wide
range of dishes, from seafood,
tapas on Tuesday, and a Sunday
brunch. $$-$$$
883-3536
www.highthymecuisine.com
2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Home Team BBQ
Not limited to barbeque, this
casual eatery also serves salads,
wraps, tacos, and quesadillas,
Sunday Brunch. $$
883-3131
www.teamteambbq.com
2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Island Ice Frozen Yogurt
All organic frozen yogurt, with
gluten free and vegan options.
Toppings are all natural or
organic. Local coffee and teas. $
885-7079
www.islandiceyogurt.com
1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Mex1
Hip eatery serving Mexican
favorites, including tacos & tortas,
with an island vibe. Live music,
outdoor seating. $$
882-8172
mex1coastalcantina.com
2205 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Morgan Creek Grill
Relax with a front row seat on
the Intracoastal Waterway while
enjoying fresh seafood and
southern hospitality. $$
886-8980
www.morgancreekgrill.com
8040 1st Ave, Isle of Palms
The Obstinate Daughter
Restaurant serving contemporary
Southern cuisine, pizza & pasta in
a rustic, coastal-inspired space.
$$-$$$
416-5020
www.theobstinatedaughter.com
breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a
colorful setting. $-$$
388-3654
www.eggsupgrill.com
2664 Highway 17 North,
Mt. Pleasant
Ghost Monkey Nano Brewery
Features a consistent rotation of
locally brewed beer made in Mount
Pleasant. Taproom, live music, food.
$$
843.352.3462
ghostmonkeybrewery.com
522 Wando Ln, Mt Pleasant
H&R Sweet Shop
Famous redfish and rice, fried
chicken, shrimp, bbq ribs. $
843.884.2118
102 Royall Ave, Mt Pleasant
Rusty Rudder
Easygoing hangout offering American
eats such as BBQ, seafood & steak,
plus a bar & outdoor seats. $$
843.388.3177
rustyruddermtp.com
3563 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant
2063 Middle St,Sullivan’s Island
Pizza 450
Sizable pizza joint serving hefty
pies and housemade ice cream,
plus breakfast & coffee. $$
2213-B Middle St, Sullivan's
Island
450pizza.com
843.789.4107
Pizza Hut
Now serving Isle of Palms in the
Harris Teeter shopping center.
Deliver right to your door or get
carryout. $
886-5759
www.order.pizzahut.com
1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Poe’s Tavern
Famous for their gourmet burgers
and chicken sandwiches, this Poe-
inspired eatery also features great
deals on fresh fish tacos. $$
883-0083
www.longislandcafesc.com
2210 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Refuge
Enjoy morning coffee with fresh
bagels and pastries from the coffee
bar and dinner or lunch at the
restaurant along with signature
cocktails.
www.therefugeiop.com
1517 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms
Saltworks Dockside Deli
Located inside the Isle of Palms
Marina Market, come enjoy
breakfast, smoothies, and
sandwiches. $-$$
883-3355
www.saltworkscc.com
50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms
Sullivan’s
Grab a casual dinner of fried
flounder or crab cakes in a cozy
atmosphere as well as lunch on
the weekends. $$
883-3222
www.saltstation22.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Windjammer
Lively spot with a bar menu, a
deck overlooking the water, and
beach volleyball court out back.$-
$$
886-8596
www.the-windjammer.com
1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
Sewee Restaurant
Southern-style seafood & other fried
fare in a casual joint with checkered
tables & homey decor. $$
843.928.3609
seeweerestaurantinc.com
4808 N Hwy 17, Awendaw
Stack’s Coastal Kitchen
Join us for lunch, where we offer
fresh soup, salads, and sandwiches.
Enjoy dinner in a casual bistro-style
setting, nice selection and outdoor
seating. $$
843.388.6968
www.stackscoastalkitchen.com
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd,
Mt. Pleasant
The Wine Bar
Wine, unique variety of 40 + cheeses
and charcuterie meats from around
the world., chocolate, bon-bons. $$
849-5185
www.thewinebarmtp.com
664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant
 FINANCIAL FOCUS
March 30, 2018 19

What should investors know about

recent volatility?
BY DIMI MATOUCHEV
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

A
s you may have heard, the stock market has been on a wild So, given this background, what’s your next move? Here are
ride lately. What’s behind this volatility? And, as an investor, some suggestions:
how concerned should you be?  Review your situation.  You may want to work with a financial
Let’s look at the first question first. What caused the steep drop professional to evaluate your portfolio to determine if it is helping
in stock prices we experienced on a few separate days?  you make the progress you need to eventually achieve your long-
Essentially, two main factors seem to be responsible. First, some term goals.  
good economic news may actually have played a significant role. A Reassess your risk tolerance. If you were unusually upset over
17-year low in unemployment and solid job growth have begun to the loss in value of your investments during the market pullback,
push wages upward. These developments have led to fears of rising you may need to review your risk tolerance to determine if it’s still
inflation, which, in turn, led to speculation that the Federal Reserve appropriate for your investment mix. If you feel you are taking on
will tighten the money supply at a faster-than-expected rate. Stocks too much risk, you may need to rebalance your portfolio. Keep in
reacted negatively to these expectations of higher interest rates.  mind, though, that by “playing it safe” and investing heavily in
The second cause of the market volatility appears to be simply vehicles that offer greater protection of principal, but little in the
a reaction to the long bull market. While rising stock prices lead way of return, you run the risk of not attaining the growth you need
many people to continue buying more and more shares, some people to reach your objectives.  
actually need to sell their stocks and this pent-up selling demand, Look for opportunities. A market pullback such as the one we’ve
combined with short-term profit-taking, helped contribute to the experienced, which occurs during a period of economic expansion
large sell-offs of recent days.  and rising corporate profits, can give long-term investors a chance
Now, as for the question of how concerned you should be about to add new shares at attractive prices in an environment that may
this volatility, consider these points:   be conducive to a market rally. 
Sell-offs are nothing unusual. We’ve often experienced big sell- A sharp market pullback, such as we’ve seen recently, will
offs, but they’ve generally been followed with strong recoveries. Of always be big news. But if you look beyond the headlines, you can
course, past performance is not a guarantee of future results, but sometimes see a different picture – and one that may be brighter
history has shown that patient, persistent investors have often been than you had realized.
rewarded.   Dimi Matouchev is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, located
Fundamentals are strong. While short-term market movements at 1505 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms. For more information, call
can be caused by a variety of factors, economic conditions and 843.886.9229 or visit edwardjones.com.
corporate earnings typically drive performance in the long term.
Right now, the U.S. economy is near full employment, consumer and
business sentiment has risen strongly, manufacturing and service
activity is at multi-year highs, and GDP growth in 2018 appears
to be on track for the best performance since 2015. Furthermore,
corporate earnings are expected to rise this year.

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date High Tide Low Tide
Mar 30 7:51am/8:20pm 1:30am/1:56pm
Mar 31 8:37am/9:06pm 2:20am/2:41pm
Apr 1 9:21am/9:50pm 3:08am/3:23pm
Apr 2 10:03am/10:32pm 3:54am/4:04pm
Apr 3 10:44am/11:13pm 4:39am/4:43pm
Apr 4 11:25am/11:55pm 5:23am/5:23pm
Apr 5 12:08pm 6:08am/6:03pm
Apr 6 12:40am/12:54pm 6:55am/6:48pm
Apr 7 1:29am/1:45pm 7:45am/7:38pm
Apr 8 2:24am/2:41pm 8:38am/8:37pm
Apr 9 3:21am/3:39pm 9:33am/9:38pm
Apr 10 4:19am/4:35pm 10:26am/10:38pm
Apr 11 5:13am/5:28pm 11:16am/11:32pm
Apr 12 6:02am/6:17pm 12:02pm

Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in the

predictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide time
predictions can be very different. Tide predictions are
PREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.

Source: www.saltwatertides.com

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