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Sullivan’s Island • Isle of Palms • Goat Island • Dewees Island

BEACH CLEANUP BRINGS TOGETHER

C O N S E R VAT I O N G R O U P S

BY SUSAN HILL SMITH

FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

M
ore than 125 volunteers
ended Earth Week 2019
with a Party for the Planet
on Isle of Palms Sunday, April 28.
The all-ages celebration started
as they cleaned up 2,200-plus
pieces of trash on Front Beach
and finished with a spread of
food at The Windjammer as a
thank-you.

Cleanup continues on page 6

SiP celebrates 5 years

M A G A Z I N E D E D I C AT E D T O C E L E B R AT I N G A N D E X P L O R I N G
LIFE ON OUR BARRIER ISLANDS LAUNCHES 2019 EDITION

BY JENNIFER TUOHY
ISLAND EYE NEWS CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

S
iP Magazine, the sister publication of Island
Eye News, launched its 5th anniversary
issue this month. A party at The Boathouse
restaurant on Isle of Palms marked the occasion,
and the magazine will be landing in the mailboxes
of island residents and property owners in the
coming weeks.
The first magazine of its kind, SiP combines
high-quality journalism with stunning imagery
from local writers and photographers to capture
the spirit of Sullivan’s Island, Isle of Palms, and
Dewees.
Published by Lucky Dog Publishing, owners
of Island Eye News and Island Connection
newspapers, the annual magazine offers a unique
insight into these island communities, serving
up feature stories and articles on local people,
events, and history.
The 2019 issue features stories on two men who
have embraced life on the water, from Waring Hills’
lifetime as a shrimp boat captain on Sullivan’s to
Pat Ilderton’s journey to restore an historic 1957
yawl to sail on the proverbial seven seas. It also
delves into some of Sullivan’s darker history, as
Battery Gadsden Cultural Center collaborates
with Charleston Pure Theater Company for a
dramatic retelling of the story of Seminole warrior
Osceola and his wife Morning Dew, which ended SiP Magazine’s 2019 cover was shot by
Jason Ogden off the coast of Sullivan’s Island
SiP continues on page 9 using drone photography.

LOW TIDE EARLY TURTLE GREAT CYCLE

LIQUIDATION SEASON CHALLENGE
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CIVIC
Sullivan’s Island Mayor’s Message
Dear Island Neighbors,
Welcome to our Spring Fever Edition!
You don’t have to look far or long to see that our busy season here
on the Island is already upon us. Remember when Memorial Day was
the clear start and Labor Day the clear finish of the busy season, and
the rest of the year was relatively quiet?
Yeah, me neither, unless I think way back. Now it seems like
the quiet season, when we get one, is roughly from January 2 to
Groundhog Day. If that long.
Still, we should feel fortunate that we live in a place that has all the
attractions we enjoy.
SPEAKING OF OUR POPULARITY
However much we residents might complain about the crowds and
traffic, there is another side to that coin.
I am often struck by the extent to which folks who don’t live
on the Island feel a real sense of connection with the Island, and
responsibility for its well-being. How many places can claim that?
We are really blessed in that regard, having volunteer services, on
a repeated basis, to clean and help maintain our pristine beach and
marshes. To name a few (and risk offending other worthy groups
inadvertently omitted): Mount Pleasant Rotary Club, East Carolina
Lowcountry Alumni, Wando HS National Honor Society, Pinnacle
Financial, Trader Joe’s, Poe’s Tavern, The Boulevard, R.B. Stall HS
students from Ms. Schroeder-Iliff’s class, CPAs in their Day of Giving,
Charleston Running Club. Thanks to all those groups!
But our residents are at least as committed as those groups, all
year long. Nearly all of our beach paths have been adopted by Island
families or groups. We thank the Vannatta family for initiating this
concept and Paul Vannatta and Town Administrator Andy Benke for
growing and maintaining it. If you wish to sign up to help on your
favorite path (or one you think is neglected), please email Andy at
abenke@sullivansisland-sc.com. (He’s really busy so give him a few
days to respond.)
NOT A BRIDGE TOO FAR FOR US: PART I
The Bridge Run may feel like a distant memory, but believe it or not,
www.islandeyenews.com
this is my first chance to comment
here on Island participation in this
year’s Cooper River Bridge Run.
First and foremost… kudos,
props and more to longtime
Islander Larry Middaugh, who
took first place in his age group.
This was Larry’s first year in the
80-and-over group, but get this:
In each of the prior 5 years’
Bridge Runs, Larry took either first
or second, besting the kids in the
75-79 Men’s category.
NOT A BRIDGE TOO FAR FOR
US: PART II Pat O'Neil
And the rest of us? There were
lots of Islanders in the Run. Here are the folks who completed the
race and listed the Island as their address (The results website lists
search results alphabetically by first name, and so shall we.):
Alex Alonzo, Anderson Toole, Andrew Greene, Ann Reese, Anne
Parker, Barbara Flaherty, Bayne Selby, Betsy Fuller, Bill Green, Blair
Turnage, Bryan Lassoe, Bryant McCulley, Bunky Wichmann, Burton
McCulley, Carlin Timmons, Carolyn Thiedke, Charlie Toole, Chesley
Farnham, Clay Boyd, Cynthia Brown, Darshan Ayandra, David
Farnham, Douglas Sharp, Eric Dodson, Eric Rovner, Frank Barnes,
Grace Herlong, Hannah Dodson, Harper Fuller, Harry Clarke, Izabela
Barnes, Jacobo Mintzer, James Hiers, Jason Fowler, Jill Newell,
Joe Wichmann, John Selby, Jonathan Altman, Julie Medich, Kate
McCulley, Kate Psenka, Katy Morgan, Keith Blandford, Kerin Wright,
Kiki Sweigart, Kyler Psenka, Laura Kadner, Lauren Fowler, Lori
Lyles, Lucy Wichmann, Madeleine McGee, Margaret Byrd, Margaret
Greene, Mark Antman, Mary Elizabeth Moye, Mary Gordon Kerr, Merle
Tyroler, Michael Koon, Michelle Rovner, Mike Psenka, Olga Blandford,
Pat Ilderton, Patrick Hassell, Pierce Cauthen, Rachel Jackson, Ross
Cowan, Scott Millimet, Scott Parker, Slammin Sammy [yes, that’s
how he registered!] Schirmer, Stephanie Medlock, Tamatha Psenka,
Tiffany Moye, Ward Lassoe, Wes Fuller, William Greene, and slowly,
wearing his T-shirt from Year One, Patrick O’Neil.
DON’T FORGET THE FARMERS’ MARKET-THURSDAYS, 4-7 PM
Everyone I talk to loves the new location of our Fourth Annual
Farmers’ Market, now at the Stith Park, next to Town Hall. Feel free
to park in the lot behind Town Hall, accessed from behind the fire
station from Station 20 1/2, or in the Town lot across I’on behind the
Post Office (in front of Battery Thomson).
And remember we have public restrooms on the ground level of
Town Hall adjacent to the Park.
Lots of great vendors, food, and music…check it all out on
Thursdays from 4-7 p.m., through June 27.
Come on out, meet your neighbors, hear some music, get some
goodies and have some fun.
See you around the Island!
Pat O’Neil, Mayor
(Cell) 843.670.9266
oneilp@sullivansisland-sc.com
@oneilpm1
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Lucky Dog Publishing
Exchange Club signs contract o f SC, LL C
Publisher of the
CARO LI NA DOC K & M A R I N E WIL L START CONST RUCT ION JULY 8 The Island Eye News
and The Island Connection
BY KATY CALLOWAY
THE ISLAND EYE NEWS MANAGING EDITOR

T
he sun was shining on the
Isle of Palms Exchange
Club as members of
the Waterfront Improvement
Committee gathered to sign the
contract with Carolina Marine
& Dock to begin construction
on the Waterfront Improvement
Project.
Club President, Barby
Harrington grinned as she signed
the commitment to realizing the
Club’s much anticipated, public
waterfront access project.
“The biggest focus is on water
access,” explains Harrington,
“that is our biggest give back to
the community, and that will be
achieved through the first phase
of construction.”
Carolina Dock & Marine is
scheduled to start construction
on July 8. The funding has been
secured for phase I of the project, Lynn Pierotti
which will include a seawall that lynn@luckydognews.com
extends just beyond the length of publisher
the building, as well as the pier
and pierhead, and pilings for the Katy Calloway
dock. Additional funds are still katy@luckydognews.com
needed to complete the floating managing editor

dock (phase II) and phase III & Jennifer Tuohy

IV which Harrington envisions as jennifer@luckydognews.com
being the park-like setting along contributing editor
the shoreline, with universal
access to picnic tables and Swan Richards
benches. senior graphic designer
The IOP Exchange Club is
continuing to solicit donations Alejandro Ferreyros
graphic designer
for the project and has re-
energized its efforts with the Lori McGee 843-614-0901
help of Waterfront Improvement advertising executive
Committee members Chad Woods
and Joe Bergstrom. The pair has Christian LeBlanc
developed a new website and will christian@luckydognews.com
bring renewed enthusiasm to the social media

ongoing efforts.
Gregg Bragg
The pier, scheduled to
Mimi Wood
be completed in early fall,
staff writers
has already begun booking
visiting groups, starting with
•
the Lonan Foundation whose
mission is to help children
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affected by their parent or
caregiver's  cancer diagnosis find
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The contract signing took place Monday, May 6. Attending the event were Exchange comfort, heal and grow from
AARON SWEET
Club members (standing l-r): Chad Woods, Pat Gillespie, Jon Gundersen, Ted Kinghorn their shared experiences. A
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and Jim Thompson. Signing on behalf of the IOP Exchange Club are Exchange Club long-term collaborator with the
SC DNR
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IOP appoints Kevin USL students volunteer

Cornett as Chief of Police at Food Bank
BY DESIREE FRAGOSO STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

T
he City of Isle of Palms
is pleased to announce
the appointment of Kevin
Cornett as the new Chief of
Police. Chief Cornett’s first day
of work will be Monday, June 3.
Cornett started his law
enforcement career in the City of
Columbia as a Police Officer in
2005 rising through the ranks
prior to becoming the Chief of
Police in Springdale in 2012.
Cornett graduated from the
FBI National Academy with the
270th session and has received
numerous awards throughout
his career, most notably, the
40 under 40 Award from the
International Association
of Chiefs of Police and the
2018 Drug Abuse Resistance
Education (DARE) Agency of the
Year. New IOP Chief of Police Kevin Cornett
USL students put together boxes, then sorted food, packed and sealed the boxes for
Chief Cornett has a master’s PHOTO COURTESY SPRINGDALESC.COM
delivery. PHOTOS BY JENNY HIRSCH
degree in Criminal Justice with
a focus on Leadership and

Management.
“We are excited to welcome
Kevin to the City family and look
forward to seeing the department
flourish under his leadership,”
said Mayor Carroll.
The City will coordinate
S
several “meet & greets” for the
community to meet Chief Cornett tudents from Mount Pleasant’s University School of
and talk about his vision for the the Lowcountry participated in their Day of Service
Isle of Palms Police Department. at the Lowcountry Food Bank on May 1.
The young volunteers packed boxes of canned produce
and protein for distribution to schools and senior centers.
The Lowcountry Food Bank serves over 200,000 people
annually, with over 30 million pounds of food.

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6 May 10, 2019
Planet continues from cover
More than 125 volunteers celebrated Party for the Planet.
Co-hosts included internationally prominent
conservation organizations like the Turtle Survival
Alliance, South Carolina Aquarium and Association
of Zoos & Aquariums along with the locally-based
Island Turtle Team and Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew.
In one afternoon hour, volunteers scoured the sands
and documented collecting 2,289 pieces of trash
after being prepped by SC Aquarium’s conservation
team, which equipped everyone with a clipboard or
made sure volunteers knew how to categorize their
numbers with the Litter-free Digital Journal on the
Citizen Science App.
That total includes 756 cigarettes and filters, which
contain plastic threads, and more than 1,000 other
pieces of plastic trash. The plastics category included
99 straw wrappers, 98 caps and lids, 66 straws
PHOTOS PROVIDED.
and stirrers, 42 plastic bottles, 32 bags and many
miscellaneous items, from a ping pong ball to a fake
fingernail.
“Getting volunteers to track the debris they were
finding on the beach allows them to see their impact
and ultimately will help the Isle of Palms community
find solutions to combat the most problematic debris,”
said Kelly Thorvalson, aquarium conservation
programs manager. “For anyone who considers litter
an issue, download the SC Aquarium Citizen Science
App on your mobile device and contribute data to the
Litter-free Digital Journal.”
Plastics in the environment can harm aquatic
animals in many ways, including entanglement and
ingestion. People are also affected as plastics become
a part of our food and water supply.
7
The conservation work of all the party co-hosts overlaps,
Thorvalson said, “Coming together for an event like this
was really exciting.”
The Turtle Survival Alliance not only wanted to engage
citizens in cleaning up the beachfront but also bring
awareness “to our human impact on ecosystems as
a whole,” said TSA spokesperson Emily Kiefner. That
includes the habitats of both ocean-based and freshwater-
based turtles.
“The amount of waste products we retrieved from a small
section of beachfront during the one-hour cleanup can be
viewed as a microcosm depicting our human impact on all
the ecosystems around us,” Kiefner said.
Party for the Planet on Isle of Palms involved the
following conservation organizations:
South Carolina Aquarium leads the way in connecting
people with water, wildlife and wild places with initiatives
like the aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center, which has
rescued, rehabilitated and released 274 turtles back into
the ocean. SCAquarium.org
Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) has become a recognized
global force for conservation of freshwater turtles and
tortoises and has centralized its base of operations at the
Turtle Survival Center in South Carolina’s Lowcountry,
which includes more than 30, critically endangered
species in its collection. TurtleSurvival.org/the-center
Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) is dedicated
to advancing zoos and aquariums in the areas of
conservation, animal welfare, education, science and
recreation. It serves as an accrediting body in the U.S.
and 10 other countries. AZA.org
Island Turtle Team protects nesting sea turtles and
hatchlings on the beaches of Isle of Palms and Sullivan's
Island with permission from S.C. Department of Natural
Resources and the support of many volunteers. IOP.net/
turtle-team
Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew invites everyone to attend
its regular trash sweeps at Front Beach. The next will be
May 13 followed by Monday sweeps every week from
June 10 through Labor Day - all from 5:30-6:30 p.m. with a
Volunteers identified and recorded the pieces of litter they collected. gathering afterward at an island eating spot. Facebook. Volunteers from the Charleston based Turtle Survival Alliance,
com/IOPCleanup. whose mission is to protect, preserve and restore turtle populations.
 SiP continues from cover

SiP magazine team celebrate the launch of the magazine’s 2019 edition. Front row from
left, contributor Colin McCandless, Publisher Lynn Pierotti, Ad Exec Lori McGee, Editor
Jennifer Tuohy, contributors Susan Hill Smith and Stratton Lawrence, and Deputy Editor
Kinsey Giddick. Back Row from left, contributors Chris Downey and Delores Schweitzer,
Graphic designer Alejandro Ferreyros, and photographer Mic Smith.
PHOTO BY KATY CALLOWAY

tragically on Sullivan’s. A deep fascinating people who populate

dive into the rebirth of Sullivan’s
Island Elementary as a coastal
environmental magnet - which is
also celebrating its 5th anniversary
- explores just what makes the
islands’ only elementary school so
unique.
Over on Isle of Palms, Mike
Sottile discusses his family’s
120-year history on the island,
from building the first home on
Long Island to running the town
as city leaders, and longtime
Wild Dunes’ employees Pearl
Mazyack’s tells tales from her
three decades marshaling access
to the community. The magazine
also highlights a grassroots
community effort to solve the
problem of trash on IOP beaches,
spearheaded by SiP contributor
Susan Hill Smith and Katrina
Limbach, owner of Isle of Palms
Beach Chair Company.
Other articles reveal the
many and varied stories of the
these barrier islands: From Jerry
and Susie Callahan’s stealth
startup Heatworks on Sullivan’s
to IOP artist William Austin
Norvell’s extraordinary glass
and metalwork creations. A new
section in the magazine, Island
Life A to Z, offers up an incomplete
guide to some of the best things
to do and see on these barrier
islands.
SiP magazine is free and mailed
to all residents on Isle of Palms,
Sullivan’s, and Dewees islands.
All property owners receive a
copy and the magazine is mailed
to 40 states and 5 countries. Pick
up a copy at locations across the
islands, stop by the Lucky Dog
Publishing offices at 2205 Middle
Street, or call 843.886.6397.
Read it online at SiPMagazinesc.
com. For questions or advertising
contact Lynn Pierotti at lynn@
luckydognews.com.
letters to the editor
A VA soldier in need, a VA mentor opportunity

The young man volunteered for The Armed Services of the United
States. In his case, Army. He had his reasons, like adventure, “Be All
That You Can Be,” and not really knowing what else he wanted to do.
So, he served his country. Went to war in the Middle East and
became a good soldier. In fact, a damn good soldier. But there was
the daily stress of someone trying to kill him. A sniper. A roadside
bomb. A suicide bomber. And it took its toll on him.
He finally came home...physically in one piece but not the same
man he had been before in many ways. Mentally, he was pretty
strung out, “wound tight”, nerves on edge. He couldn't relate to the
sameness of an every day routine. He found jobs...lots of them, but it
was hard to tolerate “civilians.”
Likewise, he couldn't relate to his family nor they to him any longer
and he found himself living in shelters or churches or wherever
he could get out of the rain and the cold. And he found drugs and
petty larceny to afford the drugs, and physical attacks on people
who annoyed him. And he wound up in court...which is the good
news. With the new Veterans Treatment Court it didn't mean he was
automatically headed for jail.
Newly established under the Charleston County Probate Court, the
Veterans Treatment Court is voluntary for “Adults with prior military
service...who have been charged with one or more criminal offenses
in Charleston County....who are struggling with addiction, mental
illness and/or trauma-related disorders such as PTSD.”
As Alcoholics Anonymous relies on sponsorship, the court relies on
Veteran Mentors...“Veterans or qualified active duty personnel of the
U.S. Armed Forces who volunteer their time to assist the court.” The
Island Eye reaches many Veterans on Sullivan’s Island, the Isle Of
Palms and Mount Pleasant, so this call is just for you. And, it doesn’t
get into all the details that you’ll find at CharlestonCounty.org/
departments/probate/veterans-treatment-court or by contacting the
Veterans Treatment Court coordinator at 843.958.5186.
Maybe you're not through serving, or maybe you know a veteran
who needs help.

Jim Thompson
IOP Exchange Club

Letters continues on page 11

May 10, 2019
Letters continues from page 10
Support for Tidal Wave
Dear Mr. Mayor and Isle of Palms Council members:
We are writing today to show our support for the Tidal Wave
business at the IOP Marina. We have lived on the lsle of Palms and
now Goat Island for 30 years. We also own a slip in Wild Dunes Yacht
Harbor. We realize the land they use is valuable. We also realize there
has been negativity stemming from an Intracoastal Court neighbor.
Most recently there seems to be an issue with DHEC permitting for the
docks themselves, not the business.
Tidal Wave, as well as the other independent businesses, has always
shown great respect and professionalism to all of us that share their
day to day pathway. They have also done their utmost to maintain a
property that they do not own. We were residents of the IOP and voted
for the purchase of the marina 20+ years ago. We have watched it
decay since, with no attention or money from the city. Everything is
done by the tenants and lease holders.
A few years back the revitalization plan was shot down in a nasty
and negative election. There was room for Tidal Wave in that plan
though now I am told there is not.
Tidal Wave provides an opportunity for young residents to pursue
careers on the water. Many of them work toward USCG Captain
Licenses, which gives them a path after high school. They also are good
ambassadors of our environment and ecosystem. We have attended
their “Residents Day” fundraiser the last two years and have enjoyed it
very much. Even after 30 years there is so much to learn.
Our opinion is: The negativity needs to stop.
City councilmembers need to remember, “If they are lucky enough
to live on an island, they are lucky enough.”
The good tenants that pay their rent and maintain a safe environment
need to be recognized and appreciated. Remember that people’s lives
and their livelihoods matter.
Reconsider the elimination of this business from the IOP Marina and
start attending to the docks and parking lot so that everyone (residents
and visitors) have a safe place to use.
With the recent news about the structure of the Morgan Creek Grill
building, it’s apparent that their lease will not be renewed in 2020.
Would it not make sense to keep the cash flowing from a strong
business like Tidal Wave Sports? The marina is an unbelievable asset.
Please start embracing it and the folks that work hard there everyday.
With kind regards,
Diann and Dennis Clark, Isle of Palms
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Help Stamp Out Hunger
On Saturday, May 11, the Lowcountry Food Bank will participate
in the 27th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out
Hunger Food drive, the largest one-day food drive in the country. We
urge everyone in our community to donate non-perishable items and
place them in their mailboxes to help feed our neighbors who struggle
with hunger.
Letter carriers will leave bags in household mailboxes to be filled
with food donations and will collect them on May 11. The Lowcountry
Food Bank and volunteers will sort and distribute food to people in
our community who are food insecure.
More than 100 Lowcountry Food Bank staff and volunteers will
be on hand at each local post office throughout the Charleston area
on Saturday, May 11, to meet the 427 letter carriers bringing in food
from their daily routes. The Lowcountry Food Bank anticipates this
year's Stamp Out Hunger food drive will collect more than 115,000
pounds of food.
In 2018, Stamp Out Hunger donations created 96,463 meals for
food insecure children, seniors, and families in the Charleston area.
As the corporate sponsor for the food drive, Food Lion has provided
26,000 additional meals and donation bags for postal carriers to
distribute to mailboxes in the days before the event.
More than 93,000 people in the Charleston area, including more
than 27,000 children, struggle with food insecurity every day and
do not know where their next meal is coming from. You can make a
difference with your donation on May 11.
Thank you,
Patricia S. Walker
President and CEO
The Lowcountry Food Bank
All letters submitted to The Island Eye News must bear a full name, address
and phone number for verification. Only the author’s name and city will be
printed. Submissions are accepted via email to katy@luckydognews.com or mail
to PO. Box 837, Sullivan’s Island, SC 29482.
Letters may be edited for length and readability. The Island Eye News reserves
the right to reject letters that are libelous, unseemly, not individually addressed
to The Island Eye News or that have been previously published elsewhere.
May 10, 2019 13

Best finds at
LOCAL BUSINESS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

BY MIMI WOOD
THE ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

“W
alking the beach,
searching for
treasures, you
usually get your best finds at low
tide,” Kristine Ratner observes.
Hence the name of her husband
Sam’s new venture: Low Tide
Liquidation. He’s beyond excited
to have recently taken ownership
of the overstock shop tucked into
the southeast corner of Anna
Knapp Plaza.
Ratner’s new shop may look
similar to the former shop,
with the former’s bright red
“Liquidation” sign still hanging
above the entrance. However,
much has changed, starting with
Ratner’s enthusiastic attitude,
and regular business hours.
“The former shop was kind
of hit-or-miss in terms of
operating hours,” explained
Ratner. “There’s a definite need
for a liquidator in this area,” he
continued, “I saw an opportunity
and jumped on it!”
Ratner obtains his merchandise
from the secondary retail market.
He purchases items pulled from
the shelves of other retailers,
at a reduced cost. “Maybe the
retailer ordered too much, or is
discontinuing an item; maybe
the manufacturer is replacing
the item with a different version,”
says Ratner. In turn, the savings (above) Eva Ratner loves the surprise and
on the top quality merchandise is excitement of the ever-changing merchandise as
passed on to Ratner’s customers. she helps her parents, Sam and Kristine, at their
Similar to trolling the beach at new shop, Low Tide Liquidation. (left) Luxury
low tide, you never know what bedding and home décor, along with name-brand
you’ll find at Low Tide Liquidation; plumbing and electrical fixtures, are the staples at
from Penn tennis balls, to Kohler Low Tide Liquidation.
plumbing fixtures, to ‘Hotel’ PHOTOS BY MIMI WOOD
800 thread-count sheets, and their rental property,” he says. Ratner, who was “Always that received a ton of beach and
everything in between. “Anything you need for your guy who re-purposed things,” garden stuff!” he grins.
“We always try to carry a wide home,” Kristine chimes in, “you confides his wife. “We live in
array of plumbing and electrical Low Tide Liquidation is
should check here first. We have a disposable society,” Ratner
fixtures, along with small an awesome selection of name- states. “I think the store provides located at 1039 N Highway 17,
appliances, and LED lightbulbs,” brand luxury bedding, at an a degree of eco-consciousness. adjacent to Blue’s Wings and
Ratner rattles off a list of his affordable price.” Not to mention We’re giving purpose and use to Play It Again Sports. Check out
varied inventory. “We are the the convenience of parking and things,” which might otherwise their exciting, ever-changing
perfect place for someone doing popping in quickly, without the be disposed of, oftentimes for inventory at Facebook.com/
light renovations, wanting to do a drudge of a big box or department nothing more than a change of lowtideliquidation, or call
quick update to their residence, store. color or style. 843.804.7780.
or looking for an easy refresh for The business is perfect for “Stop in and see us! We just
14 May 10, 2019

IOP resident recognized

I O P B E A C H R U N J U LY 2 7 for Excellence in
BY AARON SWEET
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS Scientific Research
BY CITADEL STAFF
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

T
he Citadel Director of Undergraduate Research, Dena Garner,
Ph.D., is the recipient of one of the top science awards presented
by the state of South Carolina. Governor Henry McMaster
presented Garner with the Award for Excellence in Scientific Research
at a Predominately Undergraduate Institution at a ceremony in
Columbia on May 1.
Garner received a letter from the Governor earlier in the year that
read:
Dear Dr. Garner,
It is my pleasure to congratulate you on being chosen to
he 2019 Isle of Palms Beach Run will take place Saturday, receive the 2019 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Scientific
July 27 on Front Beach, behind the Windjammer on the Isle Research at a Predominately Undergraduate Institution. You
of Palms. Competitors can enter in the following divisions; 5K are very deserving of this recognition for your outstanding
Run/Walk or 10K Run. work in exercise physiology and human performance. Your
The race begins at 8 a.m. Youth Fun Runs start at 9 a.m. work on mouthpiece use and exercise, concussion assessment,
Registration is $30-$35 for the 5K Run/Walk or 10K Run and $10- and traumatic brain injury is significant and has national
$15 for the Youth Fun Runs. Registration will be open at 7 a.m. the and international implications, and your development of
day of the race or you can register in advance at the Rec. The first the ArmourBite Performance Mouthpiece that is widely
200 participants to register are guaranteed a free moisture wicking used by professional, college and elite athletes is especially
t-shirt. commendable.
Sponsors involved in the race are Windjammer, Morgan Creek You have been a wonderful ambassador in South Carolina for
Grill, Barrier Island Eco Tours, Coconut Joe’s, Isle of Palms Marina, excellence in scientific research, and our work to revolutionize
Play It Again Sports, Ben and Jerry’s, Spine Pain Center, Harris the manner in which concussions are diagnosed on the sideline
Teeter, East Cooper Medical Center and Race Management Systems. is outstanding. I thank you for your contributions to scientific
Register at Racesonline.com or at the Isle of Palms Recreation research and education and wish you continued success.
Department, #24 28th Ave. or call 843.886.8294. Yours very truly,
Henry McMaster

Garner is a full
professor in the
Department of Health and
Human Performance, the
Director of Undergraduate
Research and the
Assistant Provost for
Research and Policy at
The Citadel. In these roles,
she leads and promotes
research and scholarly
activity campus wide,
works to secure external
grants for undergraduate
research and directly
leads cadets and students
by facilitating their
engagement in research
projects.
Garner has been
Governor Henry McMaster presents Dr. Dena
Garner, The Citadel’s director of undergraduate
working in the area
research, the Governor’s Award of Excellence in of mouthpiece use
Scientific Research. and effects on human
PHOTO PROVIDED
performance since 2005
with studies that have focused on reaction
time, lactate, and cortisol and the effect
of mouthpiece use on these parameters.
In addition, her research has focused
on mouthpiece use during steady state
exercise and effects on oxygen and carbon
dioxide exchange as well as the proposed
mechanisms for positive effects on airway
dynamics in a healthy population. Garner
is the author of many scholarly scientific
publications related to this work.
Garner, a mother of six, joined The
Citadel in 2004 while completing her post-
doctoral fellowship in the Department
of Neurology at the Medical University
of South Carolina. Before her move to
Charleston, she worked at Oregon State
University where she received her doctoral
degree in exercise physiology. She earned
a masters degree from the University of
South Carolina in exercise physiology and
an undergraduate degree from Furman
University in Greenville, South Carolina.
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9May 10, 2019
d
Turtle season off to
early start
APRIL NEST ON KIAWAH
BY SC DNR
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
T
he South Carolina
Department of Natural
Resources is pleased to
report the beginning of the state’s
sea turtle nesting season, which
opened with two unusual nesting
events.
Sometime during the night of
Thursday, April 25, a loggerhead
female came ashore on Kiawah
Island and laid the first reported
nest of the season, which was
discovered this morning by
volunteers.
“To my knowledge, this is the
earliest we’ve seen a sea turtle
nest in South Carolina,” said
SCDNR biologist Michelle Pate.
“May 1 is the average, but we’ve
had a warm winter and several
reports of mating loggerheads
over recent weeks – so we knew it
was just a matter of time."
In addition to the loggerhead
nest laid on Kiawah, beach-
goers on Hilton Head Island were
treated to an even rarer sight this
morning – another female sea
turtle nesting in broad daylight.
When the animal came ashore,
volunteers noticed she did not
resemble the typical loggerhead
sea turtle that nests on South
Carolina beaches. SCDNR
biologists confirmed that the
turtle was in fact an endangered
Kemp’s ridley sea turtle.
“This is only the fourth
confirmed Kemp’s nest in South
Carolina since record-keeping
started in the 1970s,” Pate
said. “An exciting kick-off to the
season, to say the least.”
South Carolina’s official sea
turtle nesting season runs
from May 1 to October 31 each
15
year. This year’s warm winter
prompted the early arrival of sea
turtles in South Carolina waters,
many in pursuit of cannonball
jellyfish and other favorite food
items. SCDNR biologists are
anticipating a successful year of
high nest numbers, following a
dip in 2018.
In 2018, volunteers and staff
documented 2,767 nests in South
Carolina, which represented an
unusually low year. That drop
was likely due to cyclical nesting
patterns, which result in fewer
sea turtle nests in some years
than in others. Because nesting
exacts a high-energy toll on the
large reptiles, female sea turtles
do not come ashore to lay eggs
every year.
Sea turtle nest numbers did,
however, break records across
the Southeast in 2016, including The #1 marker denotes the location of the first sea turtle nest of 2019 for Kiawah Island
South Carolina, where a total of and the state of South Carolina.
PHOTO BY LYNNE SAGER
6,444 loggerhead nests were laid
– the highest number counted
since the founding of SCDNR’s debris, and natural or man- Sea turtle clutches average
sea turtle program in the late made obstacles, beaches can be 120 eggs and hatch after
1970s. That’s still a long way from treacherous places for nesting approximately 60 days. Nesting
the federal Loggerhead Recovery females. Incubating eggs face females may remain in South
Plan’s goal of 9,200 nests, but additional threats, including Carolina waters and continue to
biologists across the region erosive high tides and predators nest every two weeks, laying up to
are optimistic that the recent such as coyotes and raccoons. six nests per season. Throughout
gains represent the beginning Four sea turtle species nest this stressful time, the turtles
of recovery for these threatened on South Carolina beaches: also abstain from eating.
reptiles after several decades of loggerheads, greens, Kemp’s South Carolina beachgoers
conservation efforts. ridleys, and leatherbacks. can help the state’s sea turtles
Volunteers from 30 different Loggerhead nests comprise the by keeping beaches clean,
nest protection programs will vast majority of the state’s total turning beachfront lights out to
spend the next several months number each year. All four sea avoid disorienting turtles, and
patrolling South Carolina’s turtle species are classified as giving all sea turtles and nests a
beaches each morning for crawls, endangered or threatened and are wide and respectful berth when
the telltale tracks left by a female protected under the Endangered encountered on the beach.
sea turtle as it trundles ashore. Species Act in addition to local
Between bright lights, hazardous and state ordinances.
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 May 11
ONGOING
May 19 through Aug. 11
WHAT: 2019 Charleston Sprint
Triathlon Series
WHERE: James Island County Park
WHEN: races start at 7:15 a.m.
MORE INFO: The Charleston
Sprint Triathlon is a five-race
series spanning May through
August and is hosted by the
Charleston County Park and
Recreation Commission. Athletes
may compete in one race,
multiple races, or sign up for
the entire five-race series. The
2019 races will be held on May
19, June 16, July 7 and July
28, with the Championship
Race set for Aug. 11. 600-yard
freshwater swim in the park’s
lake, continues with a 12-mile
bike ride through the park and
out and back on Riverland Dr.,
and finish with a flat 5K run.
Participants must be comfortable
swimming the distance in open
water and riding a bicycle on
roads open to traffic. Registration
at CharlestonCountyParks.com.
WHAT: Beachfront Lights Out
WHERE: all seaward, beachfront
properties
WHEN: 9 p.m.- 8 a.m.
MORE INFO: US Fish and Wildlife
Service discourages the use of
outdoor lights when not required,
in order to protect nesting sea
turtles. When on the beach at
dark, use red filters on flashlights.
Artificial light such as flashlights
without filters are prohibited on
the beach at night. This includes
flashlights on phones as well.
First Monday of the Month
WHAT: Blue Plate Special
Speaker Series
WHERE: Burton’s Grill, Mt.
Pleasant
WHEN: noon
MORE INFO: East Cooper
Democrats and Progressives
regular meetings held the 1st
Monday of every month. Topics
will include the Equal Rights
Amendment, Trump's Tariffs and
Trade Wars, Common Sense Gun
Control, Immigration Reform,
Transportation, Voting Rights,
and other topics of interest. $2/
person at the door. Attendees
order their own lunch. Attendance
limited to 40 people.
Mondays
WHAT: Memoir Writing Circle  American Mah Jongg.  Beginners
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Come and share
your stories. 843.883.3914.
 
Tuesdays
WHAT: Toddler Storytime
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
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) For more info call
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. $6 Members/$9
I s l a nd E y e C a l e nd a r
Non-Members. To register visit
CharlestonMuseum.org.
Thursdays
WHAT: Mah Jongg Nights (adults)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 5:30-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: Learn to play the
fun and fast-paced game of
welcome. 843.883.3914.
WHAT: Sullivan’s Island
Farmers Market
WHERE: J. Marshall Stith Park,
2050 Middle Street
WHEN: Thursdays through June
27, 4-7 p.m.
MORE INFO: Join your neighbors
for local vendors, live music
and youth entertainment.  Visit
SullivansIsland-SC.com for
details.
WHAT: Jazz Night
WHERE: The Refuge, IOP
WHEN: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: The Todd Beals Trio
hosts jazz every Thursday night.
Traditional swing tunes, ballads
and bossa novas. Singers & horn
players welcome. For info visit
CharlestonJazz.com.
Fridays
WHAT: Board Game Afternoon
(family)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 2-4 p.m.
MORE INFO: Come play with
our games or bring your own.
843.883.3914.
Third Friday of the Month
WHAT: Homeschool History Days
WHERE: Charleston Museum,
360 Meeting St.
WHEN: 10-11 a.m.
MORE INFO: A special program
for home schooling families. Free
with paid admission. To register
visit CharlestonMuseum.org.
Saturday, May 11
WHAT: Home Team BBQ
Crawfish Boil
WHERE: Home Team downtown,
126 Williman St.
WHEN: 1:30-6:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Prepare to get messy
at Home Team’s annual event.
Live music by Jump Castle Riot.
Entry is free, food $14 per plate.
More info at bit.ly/2VM2Bzv.
Tuesday, May 14
WHAT: Preschool Science Lab:
Science of Balance
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 11 a.m.
MORE INFO: Play, explore
and experiment with hands-
on balancing activities.
843.883.3914.
Thursday, May 16
WHAT: After-School STEM: A
Balanced Snack (tweens and teens)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 2:30 p.m.
MORE INFO: Play, explore and
experiment and eat as you
learn about the relative weight,
mass, density and proportion
of your favorite snack foods.
843.883.3914.
Friday, May 17
WHAT: Carolina Wine Mixer
WHERE: SC Aquarium
WHEN: 7 p.m.
MORE INFO: All-inclusive
event features 5 wine tasting
stations sampling 2 wines each
throughout the Aquarium. Tickets
t are $50 and can be purchased
at SCAquarium.org/afterhours.
WHAT: Beginning Sailing
WHERE: meets at CCPRC
Headquarters, 861 Riverland Dr.
WHEN: Fri. 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sun.
9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
MORE INFO: Learn basic sailing
nomenclature, along with rigging
and de-rigging skills, safety, and
the basics of tacking, jibing, and
docking. Class meets in CCPRC
parking lot and moves off-site.
Ages 16+ Fee: $125. For info and
registration call 843.795.4386 or
visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.
Saturday, May 18
WHAT: Shaggin’ On the Cooper
WHERE: Mt. Pleasant Pier
WHEN: 7-11 p.m.
MORE INFO: Beach music from
the Shem Creek Boogie Band.
Food and drinks available for
purchase, no outside coolers. $8
in advance; $10 at event. For info
and tickets call 843.795.4386 or
visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.
WHAT: RiverDogs 5k Fun Run
WHERE: Joe Riley Park
WHEN: 4 p.m.
MORE INFO: Benefitting MUSC
Children’s Health. Presented
by Fleet Feet Sports. Visit
RileyParkEvents.com for details.
WHAT: Saturday STEM: The
Science of Balance
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. (children);
11:30 a.m. (tweens and teens)
MORE INFO: Play, explore and
experiment with weight, mass,
density and proportion of a
variety of objects, then eat them.
843.883.3914.
WHAT: Beach Lover’s Book Club
(adults)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Join a lively
and discussion of “Lilac
Girls” by Martha Hall Kelly.
Light refreshments provided.
843.883.3914.
WHAT: Wilderness First Aid
WHERE: James Island County Park
WHEN: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily
MORE INFO: Intensive 2-day
hands-on certification, taught by
Wilderness Medical Associates,
covers how to deal with medical
emergencies in the wilderness, at
summer camp, or on the trail.
Fee $250, ages 18+ To register
visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.
Class #5959.
Saturday, May 25
WHAT: Battery2Beach Ride
WHERE: Sullivan’s Island & IOP
WHEN: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
MORE INFO: Sullivan’s Island
and IOP have completely installed
their segments of Charleston
Moves Battery2Beach route. We
will enjoy a slow-paced 7-mile
group ride from PARD Park on
Sullivan’s Island to IOP, ending
for lunch back on Sullivan’s
Island at Mex 1. Info Facebook.
com/events/889031784761397.
WHAT: The Afterlife of Edgar
Allan Poe with Dr. Scott Peeples
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 12 p.m.
MORE INFO: From the time of his
death in 1849 through the early
21st century, Poe has fascinated
millions of readers while lending
his morbid image to Gothic
popular culture. Professor Peeples
describes Poe’s multifaceted
July 27
posthumous career. RSVP
843.883.3914.
WHAT: Creative Writing Group
(ages 6-11)
WHERE: Poe Branch Library
WHEN: 10:30 a.m.
MORE INFO: Share your stories
for feedback and encouragement.
843.883.3914.
Monday, June 3-7
WHAT: Nature Trailers
Summer Camp
WHERE: Charleston Museum’s
Dill Sanctuary
WHEN: 9 a.m.-noon
MORE INFO: During these 5-day
camps, children aged 5-10 will
learn about archaeology, animals,
life in a marsh, Native Americans
and more. $145 for members and
$180 for non-members. For more
info and to purchase tickets, visit
Bit.ly/2FhkoHx.
Saturday, July 27
WHAT: IOP Beach Run
WHERE: Front Beach
WHEN: 8 a.m.
MORE INFO: Registration will be
open at 7 a.m. the day of the race
or you can register in advance at
the Rec. Register at Racesonline.
com or at the Rec. #24 28th Ave.
or call 843.886.8294.

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
Beard Cat’s
Gelato made from locally sourced
ingredients, and coffee shop that sits
below Obstinate Daughter. $
416-5020
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
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
boathouserestaurants.com
101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Cafe Paname
Family owned and operated coffee shop
serving locally roasted coffee. $$
885-6303
www.facebook.com/cafepanameiop
1202 Palm Blvd., A, Isle of Palms
Chills 360
Dallas based shop serving Thai inspired
rolled ice cream. $
242-8469
www.chills360.com
1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
Coconut Joe’s &
Island Joe’s Coffee
Spectacular views of the Atlantic on the
rooftop bar and live music every night
during the summer. $-$$. Island Joe’s
next door featuring coffee and ice cream.
$ morgancreekgrill.com
886-0046
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
Bacco
off-island eats
Regional Italian restaurant featuring
fresh pastas, fior di latte mozzarella and
Neapolitan style pizzas from the wood
burning oven. $$$
843.884.6969
baccocharleston.com
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
Bistro Toulouse
Parisian-style nook serving seasonal,
regional French dishes with a modern
twist, plus global wines. $-$$
216-3434
bistrotoulouse.com
1220 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Bon Banh Mi
Southeast Asian Cuisine, Rice Bowls,
Noodles, Sandwiches, Small Plates,
Vegetarian Options $
388-7080
banhbonmi.com
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Eggs Up Grill
Relaxed chain serving a menu of
breakfast, burgers & sandwiches in a
colorful setting. $-$$
island eats
meals. Open 7 days a week. Delivery
available. $
882-8088
thecoopsi.com
2019 Middle St, Sullivan's Island
The Dinghy
Laid back Key West Vibe, great food
options, unique beers on tap, spacious
side porch, and live music. $-$$
242-8310
dinghyiop.com
8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
Dunleavy’s Pub
Set in a cabin like building, this Irish
bar stages weekly live folk, country &
acoustic music. $-$$
883-9646
dunleavysonsullivans.com
2213 Middle St., Sullivan's Island
High Thyme
A small island bistro, with a wide range
of dishes, from seafood, tapas on Tuesday,
and a Sunday brunch. $$-$$$
883-3536
highthymecuisine.com
2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Home Team BBQ
Not limited to barbeque, this casual eatery
also serves salads, wraps, tacos, and
quesadillas, Sunday Brunch. $$
883-3131
hometeambbq.com
2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
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
8040 1st Ave, Isle of Palms
The Obstinate Daughter
Restaurant serving contemporary
Southern cuisine, pizza & pasta in a
rustic, coastal-inspired space.
$$-$$$
416-5020
theobstinatedaughter.com
2063 Middle St,Sullivan’s Island
388-3654
eggsupgrill.com
2664 Highway 17N, Mt. Pleasant
Ghost Monkey Nano Brewery
Features a consistent rotation of locally
brewed beer made in Mount Pleasant.
Taproom, live music, food. $$
843.352.3462
ghostmonkeybrewery.com
522 Wando Ln, Mt Pleasant
H&R Sweet Shop
Famous redfish and rice, fried chicken,
shrimp, bbq ribs. $
843.884.2118
102 Royall Ave, Mt Pleasant
Jack's Cosmic Dogs
Kitschy space-themed spot serving hot
dogs topped with creative condiments,
plus sides & ice cream. $
884-7677
jackscosmicdogs.com
2805 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant
Not Just Franks
Quick and tasty breakfast and lunch stand.
Egg sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, grilled
Pizza 450
Sizable pizza joint serving hefty pies and
housemade ice cream, plus breakfast &
coffee. $$
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
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. $$
883-0083
longislandcafesc.com
2210 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island
Republic Ice Cream
Local ice cream shop serving homemade
ice cream and local Charleston coffee. $
republicicecream.com
2120 Middle St., Sullivans Island
Saltworks Dockside Deli
Located inside the Isle of Palms Marina
Market, come enjoy breakfast, smoothies,
and sandwiches. $-$$
883-3355
saltworkscc.com
50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms
Seabiscuit Cafe
A bright, cozy cafe with nautical touches
serving a simple menu of homestyle
breakfast & lunch. $-$$
facebook.com/seabiscuitcafeiop
21 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms
Sullivan’s
Grab a casual dinner of fried flounder or
crab cakes in a cozy atmosphere as well
as lunch on the weekends. $$
883-3222
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.$-$$
886-8596
the-windjammer.com
1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms
and deli sandwiches. $
971-8830
facebook.com/notjustfranksatace
3008 N Highway 17, Mt Pleasant
Rusty Rudder
Easygoing hangout offering American
eats such as BBQ, seafood & steak, plus a
bar & outdoor seats. $$
843.388.3177
rustyruddermtp.com
3563 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant
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
stackscoastalkitchen.com
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
May 10, 2019 19

Local rider in Great Cycle Challenge

300 MILES IN JUNE TO SUPPORT CHILDREN’S CANCER RESEARCH

STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS

L
isa Giuliani, a resident of Charleston, is planning to ride
300 miles and raise $2,500 during the month of June for
Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF) in support of its
5th annual Great Cycle Challenge USA.
Great Cycle Challenge USA encourages cyclists across
the United States to challenge themselves and set their own
personal riding goal throughout June to fight kids' cancer.
Riders fundraise to save lives and give kids the brighter future
they deserve.
Founded in 2015, Great Cycle Challenge USA has grown to
become one of the biggest cycling events in the country. In just
four years, over 153,000 riders from 50 states have ridden 12
million miles, raising more than $16 million for research and
the development of better treatments and cures for childhood
cancer. This year, CCRF hopes more than 50,000 riders will
help it raise $8.2 million.
“Over 15,000 American children are diagnosed with cancer
every year and, sadly, 38 children die every week,” said John
Hallberg, Chief Executive Officer at Children’s Cancer Research
Fund. “Thanks to riders like Lisa, we’re fueling groundbreaking
research to save lives and give kids the brighter future they
deserve.”
“This is the fourth time I have participated in Great Cycle
Challenge,” said Giuliani. “During those years, I rode 774 miles
and raised $5,330.28. This year, I am aiming to raise $2,500
and ride 300 miles.”
To learn more about Lisa’s Great Cycle Challenge USA and
to make a donation, please visit GreatCycleChallenge.com/
Riders/LisaGiuliani.
For more information on the Great Cycle Challenge USA and
to participate, visit GreatCycleChallenge.com. For information on
the Children’s Cancer Research Fund visit ChildrensCancer.org
or call 888.422.7348.

2019 will be Lisa Giuliani’s fourth year participating in the Great Cycle Challenge USA.
PHOTO PROVIDED

Breac h Inlet Tide Char t

Date High Tide Low Tide
May 10 12:17am/12:58pm 6:49am/6:55pm
May 11 1:18am/2:03pm 7:48am/8:00pm
May 12 2:22am/3:10pm 8:49am/9:08pm
May 13 3:27am/4:15pm 9:50am/10:15pm
May 14 4:30am/5:16pm 10:47am/11:18pm
May 15 5:29am/6:13pm 11:42am
May 16 6:25am/7:06pm 12:17am/12:33pm
May 17 7:17am/7:56pm 1:12am/1:21pm
May 18 8:07am/8:43pm 2:03am/2:08pm
May 19 8:54am/9:29pm 2:53am/2:53pm
May 20 9:40am/10:14pm 3:40am/3:37pm
May 21 10:26am/10:58pm 4:26am/4:21pm
May 22 11:11am/11:42pm 5:12am/5:04pm
May 23 11:58am 5:57am/5:49pm

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

www.islandeyenews.com