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A TOOTHY SITUATION11-year old beachcomber finds several megalodon teeth that could be 30

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“O” IS FOR OCTOPUS ‘Love A Local’ community-wide art instillation shows up at Crosby’s on Folly Beach

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The Good Times RolledFOLLY GRAS BROUGHT BIG FUN, BIG HEADACHES

By Lorne Chambers | Editor

The weather could not have been more perfect for a street festival in late winter. The temperature hovered around 80 degrees and the sun was shining for the 10th annual Folly Gras, which was held Saturday, Feb. 25. Of course, the perfect weather can sometimes create the perfect storm.

Thousands of revelers poured on to the island to enjoy the first really nice Saturday of 2017 and to be a part of what Coastal Living magazine dubbed one of the “Top 10 Mardi Gras Celebrations on the Coast.”

Number one, of course, being New Orleans where their mantra is “Laissez les bon temps rouler,” which translates into “Let the good times roll.” But Folly Beach is hardly the Big Easy, and while Folly Gras brought plenty of good times, it also rolled in a massive headache for Folly Beach’s the Public Safety Department and many residents who complained about the large number of attendees, trash, and traffic.

The crowds came early and often and the streets were packed by the time the parade began, officially kicking off the festivities. This year’s parade was as colorful and fun as ever, with the pirates of Loggerhead’s Beach Grill winning Best Float, The Ugly Mermaids winning Best Group, and Best Costume going to Michael Norton. Best Cajun or Creole cuisine went to Blu for its Creole Mac and Cheese, Rita’s Seaside Grill came in second place, and Jack of Cups’ Creole Corn Chowder took third.

In the end it was a record day for many of the businesses on Folly and thousands of dollars were raised for local charities. But for many, the positives still did not outweigh the negatives. Many took to social media following the event, saying that this year’s festivities got out of hand with too many people drinking too much, not enough bathrooms, and no way to keep the large crowd in check.

Despite the backlash from some

residents, festival organizer Ben Bounds of Follywood Productions, felt that things went relatively smoothly, considering the large crowd. “Obviously, an 80-degree day in February with a parade, live music, kids activities, 50 art and food vendors, and more, in everyone’s favorite beach town, is going to lead to a large crowd.”

It was possibly the largest crowd the island had ever seen for a festival. Folly Beach Public Safety Chief Andrew Gilreath says 10,869 cars crossed the bridge that day. He described the festival as “hands down” the worst of Folly’s popular and sometimes controversial street festivals, which continue to be a point of ongoing debate on local social media sites.

In 2015, a city-sponsored survey suggested that 83.3 percent of residents supported the street festivals. But following Folly Gras this year, Mayor Tim Goodwin has said City Council will discuss the event further at it’s March 14 meeting. City Councilmember and local realtor Laurie Hull took to the Facebook page Follitics and asked residents: “Is Folly Gras a good festival? Or not so good?” As usual, the 100 or so responses online were mixed.

Lewis Dodson, president of Folly Association of Business (FAB), the group that took over organizing the festival from the City of Folly Beach two years ago, says that Folly Gras is always the busiest day of the year for his business and that this year’s was the busiest he’s ever had and it was also the biggest day Planet Follywood, Loggerhead’s, Jack Of Cups, Rita’s, and others have ever had.

Dodson estimated that the economic impact is probably somewhere around $1 million for the island, with the City directly getting 3 percent of that in tax revenue. He contends that the festivals, particularly Folly Gras, are essential to help sustain local businesses during the chilly winter months.

But there was nothing chilly about the

warm temperatures during this year’s Folly Gras, which helped fuel 21 arrests, 29 citations, two auto accidents, and six medical calls. This was a steep increase from last year when there were no arrests, only three citations, zero accidents, and four medical calls. In fact, according to Gilreath, there were more citations and more arrests this year than the previous three years combined.

“This year, due to the perfect storm of weather, etc., it was an extremely difficult event,” said Gilreath. “We could have arrested a hundred people and not made a dent, and that was just within the confines of Center Street. That doesn’t include the rest of the island.” It also did not include more than 150 parking citations that were issued and the litter and over-flowing trash bins that many people noted on popular Folly-centric Facebook pages, such as

Follitics and I Love Folly Beach. “We do not have the resources to be

able to adequately control an event that seems to lead to the behavior with the size that it has become,” said Gilreath, who requested assistance from a number of outside agencies for the event. And while many did provide assistance, he says it was not nearly enough.

“It was the perfect storm,” agreed Dodson. “A gorgeous, 85 degree day in February is always going to cause crowds and traffic backup on the beach, but when that is combined with a big, popular event it becomes overwhelming.”

Knowing that the weather was forecasted to be sunny and warm, the event’s planners started preparing for a larger than usual crowd. “On Wednesday of last week, we

Mayor Tim Goodwin hands out beads during the 10th annual Folly Gras parade. He has said that City Council will discuss the future of the festival

at the next meeting on March 14.

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increased event staff and reached out to the police chief to talk through security issues,” explains Dodson. “We contacted the Charleston County Police to hire more off-duty officers, but we could not get a reply.”

This did not surprise Gilreath. “We need to understand, outside agencies are not required to help, and thus why would they want to expose their staff and agency to the liability and mess that Folly Beach created?” he says. “It is unfortunate that folks feel the need to come to Folly Beach and treat it with such disrespect, it is absolutely shameful.”

According to Dodson, there are plans to work closely with the City to map out a plan to control negative instances for festivals moving forward. He said the committee will also be working to institute some changes to Folly Gras in the future.

“We love our citizens, we love our locals, we are all locals ourselves. Which is why we are listening to all feedback and are going to work closely with the city of Folly and police to come to a great compromise and keep Folly Beach the fun, funky place it has always been,” says Dodson.

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For the past few years Folly artist and waitress/bartender Megan Day has worked with fellow local Sarah Poe to organize and run the weekly Folly Beach Farmers Market. Last year, the organic duo moved the market to a spot on Folly River Park from a nearby restaurant parking lot. This year, they will likely be moving the market from Wednesday to Monday evenings as to not compete with

the West Ashley Farmer’s Market, which is put on and fully supported by the City of Charleston. The Folly market does not have the same support from the City of Folly Beach.

With the opening night for the market tentatively scheduled for April, the city is asking that the market, along with any other event drawing more than 75 people, pay $200 for the park and up to $500 for off-duty police officers.

“We typically only bring in $400 to $500 from vendors,” says Day. “And even if we only spend $300 for one officer, and $100 for a band, that leaves little room to do anything else, much less (cover) all the time we’re putting in to make it happen.”

Folly Beach City Administrator Spencer Wetmore describes the tough position the market has put the city in. On one hand, Wetmore says she and other officials personally enjoy the market and attend it regularly.

On the other hand, the market has to abide

the same policies as other public events, and it can’t “over-tax” the city’s limited resources, says Wetmore. If the market used two officers for parking and crowd control, that would leave only active officer to patrol the rest of the island during that time.

Wetmore says City Hall received numerous complaints last year from locals, mostly focused on concerns of noise and traffic.

She stresses that Folly officers, expensive to some, come with experience, the respect their uniforms carry, a line of communication already established with Public Safety, and more.

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Gilreath says the security officers don’t have to come from his department. Could Day and Coe contract with off-duty City of Charleston officers who might live on James Island, for instance?

“That’s not a problem for me,” says Gilreath. “If it accomplishes the mission, one way or the other, I’m open to that, too.”

Gilreath says he’s reached out for off-duty officers to Charleston Police Chief Gregory Mullens, but that his counterpart “didn’t seem interested” in the past.

Wetmore met recently with Day about the challenges the market is facing. She suggested finding an intern from a local college to help with the daunting task of putting on the market.

And she stressed that the market needs to be “in the spirit” of a farmers market, with more produce and food vendors, and not focus on vendors selling art, jewelry, and the like. Easier said than done. There are no farms on Folly Beach, so most of the food vendors come from off island, while many of the art and jewelry vendors are actual local Folly folks. Not to mention, while the city may have an opinion about what kind of vendors participate in the market, the city is not burdened with the task of securing the vendors.

That seems to be falling squarely on Day’s shoulders, as Coe has been out of town protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock. And, according to Day, it’s getting increasingly harder to get local produce to the Folly Market when there are so many other competing markets in other parts of Charleston. Moreover, those markets, like the ones in downtown Charleston, West Ashley, Mt.

Pleasant, North Charleston, Summerville, and Sullivan’s Island are all managed by, or at least supported by, their respective municipalities. On Folly, the city could actually serve as a barrier to its success if it pushes to collect rent for the park, refuse to supply police officers, and require the market organizers to spend money on hiring off-duty officers.

Day and Coe will have a chance to ask City Council to waive some or all of the aforementioned fees at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, March 14. “We hope supporters of the market will show up,” says Day, adding that she will be seeking out local business sponsors “so we won’t have to scrape pennies.”

Folly Association of Business (FAB) president Lewis Dodson, owner of the Drop In Bar & Deli, sat down with Day recently and says the effort is “on the right track,” and that the business community fully supports the market.

Dodson says that visitors, the lifeblood of many Folly businesses, “will spend (money) with us … and anytime you can bring people out on Monday night is great.”

Dodson thinks that visitors to Folly will check in en masse on Saturday and Sunday nights, and then can hit the market for all their fresh “veggies” for the week.

He also says he believes City Council is a different beast than City Hall, and he thinks elected officials know what a great “family friendly event” it is, and hope they will do what they can to help.

“I’m confident everyone will work through any fallbacks,” says Dodson.

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The Responding Officer (R/O) was dispatched to a Folly hotel around 8:45 a.m. in reference to a UPS package. The package was addressed to a guest who had been asked to leave the property on Feb. 1. She left no forwarding address. The officer took possession of the package and contacted UPS to pick it up.

MONDAY, FEB. 6FALSE RENTAL

The R/O was contacted by a citizen around 3:45 p.m. in reference to a possible scam being perpetrated on her parents. The woman said she had found her parents’ East Hudson Avenue residence listed on Craigslist as a vacation rental, but her parents did not make the posting, and were not renting their home to vacationers. The complainant called the number listed and believed the person who picked up was “of Middle Eastern descent.” The officer advised her to contact Craigslist to discuss the matter.

TUESDAY, FEB. 7INFO WAR

The R/O was dispatched to a Folly Beach residence around 1:30 p.m. in reference to a party refusing to leave someone’s house. Upon arrival, the officer first met the 23-year-old female subject, who was on the house’s porch when he pulled up, but moved to her car, telling the officer she was leaving. She said she was upset at her recent breakup with the 26-year-old complainant, and had gone to his house to talk to him about a threat he made to release private information about her to friends they had in common on Folly Beach. The officer then spoke to the complainant, who said the subject has been following him around, arriving at his house uninvited and refusing to leave. He said he wanted her placed on Trespass notice. The subject was issued a Trespass notice and advised. She then left the area. The officer asked the complainant about the private information situation, but the complainant said he didn’t have any sensitive information on the subject, and that he wouldn’t release it if he did.

THURSDAY, FEB. 9WET BANDIT

The R/O was dispatched to the Pavilion Watch condos around 10:30 p.m. in reference to a case of vandalism. Upon arrival, he met with a 64-year-old man who said he had heard a loud banging outside of his condo, and had gone to see what was happening. He came outside with a flashlight and saw a broken PVC water pipe spewing water, and a dark, hooded figure running away from the scene. Folly Beach Fire personnel were called to the scene and were able to stop the water so the pipe could be repaired. The suspect escaped.

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The R/O was dispatched to the Folly Beach laundromat around 10 a.m. in reference to a case of vandalism. Upon arrival, the officer met with a member of management, who said that sometime during the night or morning, the laundromat’s toilet had been removed from the floor. Photos were taken of the damage and the manager said he

would contact their security company to attempt to obtain security footage from the store’s cameras.

FRIDAY, FEB. 10MOTORCYCLIST ESCAPES SAFELY, PATROL CARS NOT SO LUCKY

The R/O was on routine patrol along Folly Road around 8:30 p.m. when he clocked a black motorcycle going 58 mph in a 35 mph zone. The officer initiated a stop and the motorcyclist stopped on the side of the road on Oak Island Drive. As the patrol car pulled up behind him, the subject revved the engine, then took off, beginning a miles-long pursuit up Folly Road to the James Island Connector, with the subject weaving in and out of traffic, even in oncoming traffic, to evade the police. Eventually, the R/O terminated the pursuit, transferring the chase to county and City of Charleston units. Although the R/O had a tag number, the information was not on file with the county or state. The subject eventually got away. During the pursuit, a Folly Beach Public Safety patrol car was damaged from driving up on raised concrete medians, and had to have three flattened tires changed with the help of Moore’s Towing.

SUNDAY, FEB. 11GONE GUN

The R/O was dispatched to a vehicle on the 100 block of East Arctic around 11 p.m. in reference to a car break-in. Upon arrival, he met with a woman who said someone had stolen a .45 caliber handgun from her car. The gun belonged to her boyfriend. Nothing else was taken from the car. She said she didn’t know anyone who would have known the gun was there or wanted to take it. The firearm is described as a Springfield Armory XD 45ACP with a green tactical soft case and two extra magazines. When stolen, the gun was loaded, but the victim didn’t believe there was a round in the chamber.

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The R/O was dispatched to the area around the Pavilion Watch condos around 2 a.m. in reference to someone possibly living out of their car near the pool. The officer located two men, ages 28 and 29, in a secured area near the pool, with numerous personal items scattered about them. Both men stated that the “pool guy” gave them permission to be there, as well as the code to the pool house, which the two men admitting to having lived in for the previous week and a half. The two subjects were placed on Trespass notice and escorted from the property.

THURSDAY, FEB. 16ASSAULT WITH A BAT

The R/O was dispatched to a West Ashley Avenue address around 9:30 p.m. in reference to an Assault. Upon arrival, the officer found the 20-year-old male victim leaning against a truck. Although the victim was conscious and alert, he had a nasty gash on the side of his head just above the ear. The man said he was walking to go fishing at an area near 9th Street West and Sunset Lane when he saw a No Trespassing sign, and realized he was entering private property. He doubled back to where his 1968 Mustang was parked when he noticed two men walking towards the vehicle. The victim said he called out to them to see what they were doing, to which they replied they weren’t doing anything. The victim turned his back from them for a second and was hit in the head with an unknown object. As he was down, he heard the subjects demand his wallet and keys. Believing he was being robbed, the victim staggered to his feet and ran away, running into a nearby resideces, who he asked to call the police. EMS treated the victim’s injuries and he was released. The victim was able to walk the investigators to the area where he was attacked, where they found several pieces of a navy blue miniature baseball bat lying in the road. The victim declined to press charges or to give a written statement.

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City Administrator Spencer Wetmore said the program was something she had been interested in exploring and at January’s city council meeting she asked council if they would be willing to do an 8-week pilot program. “They permitted us to use the Community Center at no charge and paid the instructors on a trial basis,” says Wetmore. “We started in February and it runs through March.” She says if the classes are popular with residents and pay for themselves eventually, she hopes they can continued to be offered.

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All contestants will be judged in an evening gown of their choice. Contestants are encouraged to wear a gown that fits and is flattering. One contestant in each age group will be crowned Queen. She will receive a crown, custom embroidered sash, and flowers. 1st runner up and all contestants will receive a trophy and flowers.

The winners of Miss Sea and Sand are invited to wear their crowns and sashes at the Sea and Sand Festival the next day on Saturday, April 8. The pageant is a fundraiser as part of Sea and Sand Festival.

The public is invited to attend the 2017 Miss Sea and Sand Festival Pageant on Friday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Folly River Park at the corner of Center St. and East Indian Ave. on Folly Beach.

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Icebox Warms UpWINTER SURF COMPETITORS ENJOY UNSEASONABLY

WARM WEATHER, NICE WAVESBy Lorne Chambers | Editor

It has been an unseasonably mild winter here on Folly. But that doesn’t mean the water isn’t chilly. Wetsuit or not, jumping in 60-degree surf doesn’t feel good … until you catch that first wave.

The sixth annual Icebox Open was held Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Washout and several dozen guys, girls, and groms came out to compete for a chance to win some cash money. The cool early morning fog burned off pretty quick and the sun warmed things up back on shore. But as the quarterfinals and semifinals raged on, the competition got burning hot out on the water.

Six years ago in the middle of winter, local surfers Bates Hagood, Blue Spivey, and J. Demeranville were bored. Folly was quiet and cold, as Hagood recalls. “We were just trying to figure out some way to get hard core surfers into a contest setting when it was cold as hell,” he says.

So the Icebox Open was hatched out of the idea that, if there are good waves, thee are a lot of surfers in the area who will surf in frigid conditions. The three friends decided they should have a contest to “honor the guys, girls, and groms who charge it when most people are

sitting by the fire with the heat on in their house,” says Haygood, who manages Ocean Surf Shop, which sponsors the Icebox Open every year.

“You have to be pretty brave to put on a wet, cold suit to surf all of your heats. It weeds some fair-weather surfers out of the pack, which is what we wanted, to honor the guys, girls, and kids that paddle out in good surf even when conditions are cold,” says Hagood.

But the colder weather isn’t what’s made the Icebox a great competition. It’s the fact that Hagood and friends created a contest in the winter with a 4-6-week call period, where they could call it for the weekend with the best conditions, as far as the size of the surf. According to Hagood, a lot of contests are held in small surf in the area for obvious reasons, but he wanted to create a contest where there was a call period to maximize the waves.

“This has made it super tricky to set up and organize. But mostly we have been lucky and scored some south swells,” says Hagood. “We also wanted to have cash prizes, which at the time, was not really done in most contests. I feel like that’s changed some since we did the Icebox, with various surf contests now offering cash in pro-divisions.”

This year, there was some serious competition with waist-to-chest high southeast ground swell. “Started out clean, but started to get choppy later in the morning,” says Hagood. “There were some good waves to be had.”

In the end a pro surfer named Tristan Thompson from Jacksonville Beach, Fla. took the top prize in the men’s division, followed by Erik Kirby, Eros Exarhou, and Charlie Guss respectively. In the women’s competition, local legend Kristin Tanner took first place, with Sylvia Windham, Rose Windham, and Veronica Bishop taking second, third, and fourth place respectively.

For the groms, another local legend, Griffin Jackson took first place with Jimmy Thompson, Jasper Millis, and Alex Broderick coming in behind him in that order.

Folly has really embraced the Icebox Open. “We have great sponsors who contribute to the local surf community: the Tides Hotel, Carolina Surf Brand, Golds Gym, Pier 101, Blu, Myatt Air Conditioning, Fate Sailing Charters, Airmos Tents, The Washout Beach Eats & Drinks,” says Hagood. “By supporting the contest, these businesses get people stoked for surfing at a time of year that is usually pretty dead.”

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COULD BE 30 MILLION YEARS OLDBy Lorne Chambers | Editor

A couple weeks ago, 11-year-old Brooklyn Putnam was visiting Folly Beach from Summerville along with her mother, father, and older brother, when she saw something sticking out of the sand down around third block on the East side. Turns out it was a sharks tooth. But it wasn’t like the tiny shark tooth she found in the past. This was a large fossilized tooth of a megalodon, an extinct species of shark that lived millions of years ago during the Cenozoic Era. This was way better. It was even better than the time she found nearly 70 sand dollars in one day.

The Putnam family will soon be leaving South Carolina and moving to Florida, so Brooklyn wanted to collect shells from the local beaches to help remember where she’s from. So when she found the giant megalodon tooth, she was just looking for pretty shells to put in a jar.

The tooth would have been a pretty precious find, even for a seasoned experienced sharks tooth hunter, but Brooklyn was just getting started.

“I was happy when I found the first one because it looked nothing like the one I found before,” said Brooklyn. “Then I kept finding more.”

In the end, Brooklyn found 19 large fossilized sharks’ teeth, some broken in half, but others in pretty close to pristine condition … for something that is literally millions of years old.

Brooklyn’s mother, Alissa, says after a while people started gathering around the young beachcomber, not believing what she was pulling out of the sand. “We just sat there and she kept on bringing them up and I was laying them out on the towel,” says Alissa. “Pretty soon there

were three guys and a lady from Illinois tailing her, trying to find out her secret.”

Eventually the hunt ended and they walked up to the tackle shop on the Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier and showed the employees their find to see if they knew how old the teeth might be. “They didn’t believe she found them right down there in the sand,” said Alissa.

“One guy’s expression was priceless,” said Brooklyn laughing at their reaction.

Jordy Taylor, a graduate student in the College of Charleston’s Marine Biology department can understand Brooklyn’s excitement over her big score.

“I grew up in Charleston collecting fossils from all over when … I have always loved fossils and my favorite were always sharks’ teeth. The thrill of the hunt, ya’ know?” says Taylor. “When I was younger, I went on weekly fossil hunts with a retired paleontologist who taught me about the Summerville stratigraphy and the fossils that I found. It became a passion and research focus, since falling in love with it at a young age … So my thesis stemmed off my passion for fossils.”

Taylor’s thesis is on identifying shark teeth by using shapes. He uses a mathematical approach — geometric morphometrics to identify them. “Sort of how you would use linear measurement and angles to differentiate between triangles, squares, rectangular, etc.,” he tries to explain in layman’s terms. Taylor will defend his thesis this April.

According to Taylor, many of Brooklyn’s teeth are indeed Megalodon teeth from the Oligocene time epoch, around 30 to 18 million years ago, from a shark where the max length was about 65 feet. “They say for

about every inch of tooth equates to about 10 foot of shark. So if you have a 3-inch tooth that would equal a 30 foot shark,” says Taylor. “There’s also an extinct mako tooth in there as well, and some smaller Carcharhinds (requiem sharks).”

While your average beach going is unlikely to stumble upon this many teeth of this size, Taylor said it’s not unheard of on Folly Beach, typically during the high tides, when new material gets washed-up to find some like this, especially after a storm or hurricane. To find them in a cluster or in a small general area isn’t necessarily that uncommon, he says, because teeth get caught up on rocks and other items that get congregated together.

“If you find a complete megalodon in good condition, they can be of high value. Some 5-inch megalodon teeth in flawless condition can sell up to $750,” says Taylor.

But Brooklyn isn’t interested in cashing in on her find. Like the seashells she set out to find, the teeth are just keepsakes of her time living along the South Carolina coast.

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Grace Center of Charleston, a non-denominational ministry, is bringing its second annual prayer minister training conference to Folly Beach March 3-4. Entitled Breaking Through: A Prayer Ministry Retreat, the two day conference will be held at the First Baptist Beach House at 1017 West Ashley Ave.

There are two different courses for attendees to choose from. There will be a beginner’s course (intern track) for those who are new to prayer ministry or still getting to know their faith. It is geared for anyone interested in learning about healing prayer ministry and training at a basic level. This fundamental training aims to give participants an understanding of healing ministry, how to facilitate a healing prayer session, and also give you group practicum experience. This curriculum is designed as an introduction to healing prayer ministry and no prior experience is required.

There will also be an advanced track where even experienced ministers can learn something. This is for those who have already been ministering to others through healing prayer to spend time with their peers exploring complex areas that arise in prayer ministry. Topics of discuss are prophetic and deliverance ministry.

Additionally, Breaking Through will include a panel on deliverance prayer where Grace Center of Charleston’s experienced leaders can be asked questions by the participants. The panel includes three speakers: Judy Jackson, Frank Seignious, and David McDonald.

Jackson is the founder of Judy Jackson Ministries, she is a state leader for the Reformation Prayer Network (RPN) and co-state Leader for Heartland Apostolic Prayer Network (HAPN). Her goal is to teach folks how to be more effective in prayer, and empower them to operate in the full potential of their giftings and talents.

Seignious has served as the state coordinator for the Apostolic Prayer Network (APN) in South Carolina for the past 12 years. He has an Apostolic Ministry: Doulos Disciples – World Wide with a focus on unity, healing, and spiritual warfare.

McDonald is the founder of Ministries International. He has traveled to more than 40 nations, teaching and training church leaders; tutored at Bible schools in addition to developing and writing teaching programs for Bible schools.

On Saturday, March 4 there will food trucks present for both lunch and supper or attendees can go to any local restaurant to eat. Lunch will be held from 12-1:30 p.m. Squeal on Wheels BBQ food truck will provide evening meal, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday evening will end with a worship time with live music. This event is open to the public and will begin at 7 p.m. The public is also invited to come and get some BBQ and fellowship before the event.

Presented by the Grace Center of Charleston, the Breaking Through: A

Prayer Ministry Retreat will be held March 3-4 at the First Baptist Beach House at 1017

West Ashley Ave. For more information, visit www.gracecenterchs.com.

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FOLLY’S OWN DANGERMUFFIN DROPS NEW ALBUMBy Miranda Steadman | Contributing Writer

A decade ago, the founding members of Dangermuffin moved to Folly Beach to soak up the good vibes and fuel their musical energy. Back then, Jim Donnelly, of The Travelin’ Kine, was their drummer, and the band played a regular Thursday night gig at Taco Boy every week.

Today, Dangermuffin has performed their original music all over North America and continues to spread their music and love of life to fans everywhere.

This month the band hits the road in celebration of their latest album, Heritage, with shows up and down the Atlantic seaboard and then bouncing over to the Pacific coast in May. Locally, Dangermufin will play The Charleston Pour House on March 25 with Nashville Americana band Forlorn Strangers and American folk duo Sweet Sweet from Myrtle Beach.

Heritage pays homage to those who walked this land before us, as well as our common mother — Mother Earth.

“The theme of the album is empowerment by the knowledge of truth in nature,” says lead singer Dan Lotti, who now lives north of Asheville.

Along with guitarist Mike Sivilli, drummer Steven Sandifer can be heard playing upright bass as well as percussion on Heritage, while Marcus Helander holds it down on the drums.

The predominately acoustic album was meant to deliver a pure, organic sound with a feeling as cool as the beach breezes where they are from. All instrumentals on the album were recorded locally at Truphonic Recording Studio in West Ashley, while the vocals were recorded downtown Charleston at the Unitarian Church on Archdale Street. “It’s so vibe-y in there, the place is literally alive,” says Lotti.

Lotti recently returned from an excursion to Peru with his wife. “Cost of living is very cheap, but so worth it. Songs, ancestry,

ancient family, the theme of the album makes so much more sense to me after this trip.”

The record is comprised of eight carefully-constructed tracks with folk music at it’s core. “Ode To My Heritage” takes listeners on a musical journey with Sivilli’s licks on slide guitar and the thought of “my heritage, wherever I’m from ... some far off distant land.” The track presents the idea that you hold your lineage in your heart.

The album’s second song “Waves” incorporates a mix of instruments with local musician Mike Quinn on the saxophone. “Ancient Family” gives a feeling of belonging and finding yourself through the inquiry of our ancestors.

Sivilli’s favorite track on the album, “The Sea & The Rose,” has a “nostalgic sound

similar to an ’80s ballad, very pretty but it also has this groove, etherial thing going on,” says Sivilli.

The final song, “One Last Swim,” was written for a fan who fell ill with a brain tumor and chose to move to Folly Beach for the last two months of his life. He can be heard playing percussion on the track, living on through the song.

“I think it is the highest honor an artist can have to help in the healing process,” says Lotti. “That’s my goal is to heal, to have the music reach as many people to help to heal them. We’re traveling around, we’re meeting these people, and they’ve opened their hearts and their home to us.”

For tour dates and information, visit www.dangermuffin.com.

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Bill Noel, award-winning author of the popular Folly Beach Mystery series, will be holding two book signings for his latest novel in the series, Dead Center, on Folly Beach March 23 and 26. This will be Noel’s first appearance on Folly Beach since the new novel was released late last year.

Folly Beach is prominently featured in all 12 mystery novels: Folly, The Pier, Washout, The Edge, The Marsh, Ghosts, Missing, Final Cut, First Light, Boneyard Beach, Silent Night, and Dead Center.

Noel has been dubbed the “master of the feel of Folly,” and the books described as “perfect beach reads.”

Folly Beach is unique, the novels are quirky, and the locations of the book signings are unique in the world of book signings and events.

“I prefer focusing on being where the people are rather than where books are,” says Noel. “The people of Folly have been extraordinarily supportive of the series and I’m honored to have been invited to hold signings on the island.”

The two signing locations are closely tied to the series. Both the Lost Dog Café and the Tides Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn) are major settings in each book.

Noel will be signing and discussing

the dozen novels at: The Lost Dog Café, 106 W. Huron, on Thursday, March 23, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and The Tides Hotel, 1 Center St. on Sunday, March 26, Noon—3p.m.

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Thursday, March 2The Barrel: Deadwin Drop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae ManThe Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 3The Barrel: Bringers of the Dawn Blu: McKenzie and Mr. Smith Chico Feo: Michael MartinCrab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Soul FishPlanet Follywood: The Jimmies Rita’s: Matt Mackelcan & Wilson PippinSand Dollar: Sara Cole & The Minors Snapper Jack’s: Erik SwartzSurf Bar: Shoeless JoeThe Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 4The Barrel: Travers Brothership Blu: Jimmy Jams Super Reggae Show; Ronnie Johnson’s Duo Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Calhoun’s Calling Planet Follywood: Papa Dupree & JoJo Rita’s: Me & Mr. Jones Sand Dollar: Sara Cole & The Minors Surf Bar: Burnt Wood

Sunday, March 5Crab Shack: Live Local Music Drop In Bar & Deli: Live Music Rita’s: Jimmy Landry St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop” Meyer Surf Bar: The Blues Green

Monday, March 6Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo Rita’s: Josh Roberts The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 7Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk

w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Eric Penrod Rita’s: Matt MackelcanThe Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 8Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin Band Rita’s: Ward Buckheister Surf Bar: Deadwin The Washout: Josh Hughett

Thursday, March 9The Barrel: Deadwin Drop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae Man The Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 10Blu: Dave Landeo Solo Crab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Soul Fish Planet Follywood: Thomas Champagne BandRita’s: Wire & Wood Sand Dollar: Moxie Snapper Jack’s: Erik Swartz Surf Bar: Kang Louie & Friends The Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 11The Barrel: Bottom Feeder; Gravy & Gaslight Street Blu: Jimmy Jams Super Reggae Show; LowHills Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Rawberry Jam; Melted Velvet Planet Follywood: Don’t Mess with the Tiger Rita’s: Louis D Project Sand Dollar: Moxie St. James Gate: Irish Dancing; Live Irish Music Surf Bar: Dallas Baker & Friends

Sunday, March 12Crab Shack: Live Local Music Drop In Bar & Deli: Live Music Rita’s: Taylor McKleskey St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop” Meyer Surf Bar: Gaslight Street

Monday, March 13Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo

Rita’s: Josh Roberts The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 14Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Jess Strickland Rita’s: Nathan Salley The Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 15Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin Band Rita’s: Tyler Boone Surf Bar: Marvelous FunkshunThe Washout: Josh Hughett

Thursday, March 16The Barrel: Deadwin Drop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae Man Sand Dollar: CoverUp The Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 17Blu: Patty McGee Irish TrioCrab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Soul FishPlanet Follywood: TBARita’s: Finnegan BellSand Dollar: Ocean Drive Party Band Snapper Jack’s: Erik Swartz St. James Gate: Live Irish Music; Uibh Fhaili Academy of Irish DanceThe Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 18The Barrel: Nocternal Kernalz Blu: Patty McGee Irish Trio; Irish Music Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Triple Dog Dare Planet Follywood: Cotton Blue Band Rita’s: BYOG Sand Dollar: Ocean Drive Party Band St. James Gate: Irish Folklore Storytelling; Live Irish Music; Uibh Fhaili Academy of Irish Dance Surf Bar: Wife Beater Hunting Season

Sunday, March 19Blu: Saluda Shoals Duo Crab Shack: Erik Swartz Drop In Deli: Live Music Rita’s: Jess Strickland St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop”

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Monday, March 20Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo Rita’s: Ward Buckheister The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 21Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Eric Penrod Rita’s: Ray WrennThe Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 22Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin Band Rita’s: Ward Buckheister Surf Bar: SC Reggae All-Stars The Washout: Josh Hughett

Thursday, March 23The Barrel: DeadwinDrop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae Man The Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 24Blu: Rob Wastepaper Chico Feo: Screamin’ Jay’s Crab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Chewbacky Planet Follywood: Whiskey Diablo Rita’s: Saluda Shoals Sand Dollar: Hollow Point Snapper Jack’s: Erik SwartzSurf Bar: Ace and Suspicious Package The Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 25Blu: Jamisun; Ronnie Johnson’s Duo Chico Feo: Screamin’ Jay’s Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Don’t Mess with the Tiger Planet Follywood: Hanz Wenzel & the 86ers Rita’s: Forty Mile Detour Sand Dollar: Hollow Point Surf Bar: Jimmy Landry Band Sunday, March 26Chico Feo: Screamin’ Jay’s Crab Shack: Live Local Music Drop In Bar & Deli: Live Music

Rita’s: Dave Grunstra St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop” Meyer Surf Bar: Sunflowers and Sin

Monday, March 27Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo Rita’s: Tyler Boone The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 28Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Jess Strickland Rita’s: Ray Wrenn The Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 29Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin BandRita’s: Derek Cribb Surf Bar: Tidal Jive The Washout: Josh Hughett


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On Valentine’s Day a mysterious Octopus sculpture suddenly appeared along the marshfront at Crosby Fish & Shrimp Co. What was it there for? What does the giant 3D brick “O” that it’s wrapped around mean?

The piece is part of a community-wide 10-part art installation entitled “Love a Local,” created by Lowcountry Local First (LLF), a Charleston-based local business advocacy group, as a way of celebrating its 10-year anniversary.

Without announcement and by cover of night, 10 “local ninjas” placed 10 letters all over the Lowcountry that together, spell “Love A Local.” The sculptures will be on display through the end of March.

“We wanted a highly visible way of showing our gratitude to the local business community. What better way to do that than utilize our fantastic local arts community to produce an installation that encourages interaction, appreciation and awareness? asks Jordan Amaker, director of marketing and communications for LLF. “We wanted the first two weeks to have an air of mystery and intrigue around the letters — ultimately creating a scavenger hunt effect to find all 10. We invite you to get out and try to find all of them!”

If you need a little guidance, as of this week, LLF released a map with all 10 letters and locations at www.lowcountrylocalfirst.org/ten. It also just announced a contest, running until March 31, anyone who tags a photo of a letter on Instagram with #LoveaLocal will be entered to win two free tickets to LLF’s 10th annual Chef’s Potluck on April 30 at Middleton Place.

The Folly Octopus is was done by

local artists Jordan Fowler and Danielle Lewis. Fowler, who works at the College of Charleston sculpture studio, created most of the letters along with Lewis, , as well as one of the sculptures. Lewis is a senior at CofC studying studio art and biology and presently is featuring her work in the Hill gallery in the Cato Building at CofC.

“We chose to do the O. Several of the letters were

already chosen and we thought it was just an interesting composition to work with,” says Fowler. “We are both primarily sculptors so our plan was something on top of or coming out of the letter.” They drew some abstract designs and realized what they had sketched kind of looked like an octopus wrapping around the letter O. Fowler had done a previous painting entitled “Cooper River Kraken,” which

depicted a large octopus hanging off of the Ravanel bridge. “We wanted to bring it back to life on the letter and used the same blue and purple colors from the painting,” says Fowler, who hoped it would fulfill the mission Lowcountry Local First was pursuing by creating some mystery and force people to find out what it was all about.

“I’ve seen the letters on social media

and I’m happy to see people talking about the mystery of it and spreading support for local businesses,” says Fowler. “My work personally consists of large public sculptures and I hope too that this adds interest in more of that kind of work around the Charleston area.”

“O” Is For OctopusLOWCOUNTRY LOCAL FIRST’S ‘LOVE A LOCAL’ COMMUNITY-WIDE ART INSTILLATION

SHOWS UP AT CROSBY’S ON FOLLY BEACHBy Lorne Chambers | Editor

Local artists Jordan Fowler and Danielle Lewis created the Octopus sculpture outside of Crosby’s as part of

a 10-piece art installation entitled “Love A Local” created by Lowcountry Local First

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Thursday, March 2The Barrel: Deadwin Drop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae ManThe Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 3The Barrel: Bringers of the Dawn Blu: McKenzie and Mr. Smith Chico Feo: Michael MartinCrab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Soul FishPlanet Follywood: The Jimmies Rita’s: Matt Mackelcan & Wilson PippinSand Dollar: Sara Cole & The Minors Snapper Jack’s: Erik SwartzSurf Bar: Shoeless JoeThe Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 4The Barrel: Travers Brothership Blu: Jimmy Jams Super Reggae Show; Ronnie Johnson’s Duo Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Calhoun’s Calling Planet Follywood: Papa Dupree & JoJo Rita’s: Me & Mr. Jones Sand Dollar: Sara Cole & The Minors Surf Bar: Burnt Wood

Sunday, March 5Crab Shack: Live Local Music Drop In Bar & Deli: Live Music Rita’s: Jimmy Landry St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop” Meyer Surf Bar: The Blues Green

Monday, March 6Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo Rita’s: Josh Roberts The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 7Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk

w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Eric Penrod Rita’s: Matt MackelcanThe Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 8Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin Band Rita’s: Ward Buckheister Surf Bar: Deadwin The Washout: Josh Hughett

Thursday, March 9The Barrel: Deadwin Drop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae Man The Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 10Blu: Dave Landeo Solo Crab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Soul Fish Planet Follywood: Thomas Champagne BandRita’s: Wire & Wood Sand Dollar: Moxie Snapper Jack’s: Erik Swartz Surf Bar: Kang Louie & Friends The Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 11The Barrel: Bottom Feeder; Gravy & Gaslight Street Blu: Jimmy Jams Super Reggae Show; LowHills Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Rawberry Jam; Melted Velvet Planet Follywood: Don’t Mess with the Tiger Rita’s: Louis D Project Sand Dollar: Moxie St. James Gate: Irish Dancing; Live Irish Music Surf Bar: Dallas Baker & Friends

Sunday, March 12Crab Shack: Live Local Music Drop In Bar & Deli: Live Music Rita’s: Taylor McKleskey St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop” Meyer Surf Bar: Gaslight Street

Monday, March 13Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo

Rita’s: Josh Roberts The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 14Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Jess Strickland Rita’s: Nathan Salley The Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 15Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin Band Rita’s: Tyler Boone Surf Bar: Marvelous FunkshunThe Washout: Josh Hughett

Thursday, March 16The Barrel: Deadwin Drop-In Deli: Stratton Moore & Friends Planet Follywood: Karaoke w/ DJ E Rita’s: Super Reggae Man Sand Dollar: CoverUp The Washout: Folly Beach Bluegrass Society Woody’s Pizza: Team Trivia

Friday, March 17Blu: Patty McGee Irish TrioCrab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Soul FishPlanet Follywood: TBARita’s: Finnegan BellSand Dollar: Ocean Drive Party Band Snapper Jack’s: Erik Swartz St. James Gate: Live Irish Music; Uibh Fhaili Academy of Irish DanceThe Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 18The Barrel: Nocternal Kernalz Blu: Patty McGee Irish Trio; Irish Music Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Triple Dog Dare Planet Follywood: Cotton Blue Band Rita’s: BYOG Sand Dollar: Ocean Drive Party Band St. James Gate: Irish Folklore Storytelling; Live Irish Music; Uibh Fhaili Academy of Irish Dance Surf Bar: Wife Beater Hunting Season

Sunday, March 19Blu: Saluda Shoals Duo Crab Shack: Erik Swartz Drop In Deli: Live Music Rita’s: Jess Strickland St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop”

Meyer Surf Bar: Funk You Folly

Monday, March 20Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo Rita’s: Ward Buckheister The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 21Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Eric Penrod Rita’s: Ray WrennThe Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 22Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin Band Rita’s: Ward Buckheister Surf Bar: SC Reggae All-Stars The Washout: Josh Hughett


Friday, March 24Blu: Rob Wastepaper Chico Feo: Screamin’ Jay’s Crab Shack: Calhoun’s CallingLoggerhead’s: Chewbacky Planet Follywood: Whiskey Diablo Rita’s: Saluda Shoals Sand Dollar: Hollow Point Snapper Jack’s: Erik SwartzSurf Bar: Ace and Suspicious Package The Washout: Eddie Bush

Saturday, March 25Blu: Jamisun; Ronnie Johnson’s Duo Chico Feo: Screamin’ Jay’s Crab Shack: Live Local Music Loggerhead’s: Don’t Mess with the Tiger Planet Follywood: Hanz Wenzel & the 86ers Rita’s: Forty Mile Detour Sand Dollar: Hollow Point Surf Bar: Jimmy Landry Band Sunday, March 26Chico Feo: Screamin’ Jay’s Crab Shack: Live Local Music Drop In Bar & Deli: Live Music

Rita’s: Dave Grunstra St. James Gate: Ed “Porkchop” Meyer Surf Bar: Sunflowers and Sin

Monday, March 27Crab Shack: Open Mic w/ Dave Grunstra Planet Follywood: Bingo Rita’s: Tyler Boone The Washout: Singer Songwriters Night w/ Campbell Brown

Tuesday, March 28Drop-In Deli: Honky Tonk w/ LewisPlanet Follywood: Open Mic w/ Jess Strickland Rita’s: Ray Wrenn The Washout: Shag Night hosted by Folly Beach Shag Club

Wednesday, March 29Crab Shack: Sweet TDrop-In Deli: TriviaLoggerhead’s: Eric Penrod Planet Follywood: Michael Martin BandRita’s: Derek Cribb Surf Bar: Tidal Jive The Washout: Josh Hughett


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HISTORY AS WELL AS ITS BOOZE By Lorne Chambers | Editor

Sure you can learn a lot about a culture from what they eat. But you can also learn a great deal about it from what it drinks. The French love their wine, the Russians love their vodka, the Belgians love their beer. But what do Charlestonians love, and more specifically, what do folks on Folly drink and what does it say about our history?

Becca and Daniel Lesesne delve into more than just the drinks on their acclaimed pub and brewery tours, it’s a walking breathing history lesson. The couple has combined 30 years of leading unforgettable tours around the Charleston area. In 2009 they launched their own tour company, Original Pub & Brewery Tours of Charleston, centering around Charleston’s pub scene and it’s newer bustling brewing culture.

As 12th generation Charlestonians, the Lesesne family is deeply rooted in the Lowcountry from Huguenot descent, which

largely helped shape the melting pot culture of early Charleston. With their experience in history, beer brewing, and beer history, Becca and Daniel, along with their experienced team, have provided authentic tours througout downtown Charleston and the surrounding areas. But until last weekend, they did not offer a guided tour of their home town, Folly Beach.

“My heart belongs to Folly. I have lived here much of my life and something keeps bringing me back here. It’s a personal vortex,” says Becca. “My great grandfather hand- built his Folly beach house here in the 1920s, so perhaps it’s genetic? I wonder what he would say, when asked, why he loved Folly Beach?”

On Sunday, Feb. 26 Becca and Daniel offered their inaugural Sunday Funday Pub Crawl, taking a small group of customers through five of Folly’s classic taverns with tales of the island’s more than 300 years of history. Guests had the

opportunity to purchase drinks of their choice at each stop and a portion of proceeds went to Surfer’s Healing and other local charities.

“Our mission is to provide an opportunity for seasonal visitors to give back to our local community. We want folks to relax, slow down, reciprocate that Folly love, do their part, all for a great cause. I’m like the Lorax who speaks for the trees,” says Becca. “By sharing the story of Folly, we hope that people will leave here with a greater appreciation of this place we love, to protect the organic character, respect the island’s beauty, follow the rules and leave no trace. By spreading our message and supporting local charities, we believe we can make a difference in our community.”

Folly Beach’s own Sunday Funday Pub Crawl will be held every Sunday, to book visit

www.pubtourcharleston.com.

MONDAY1/2 Priced Wings Snapper Jack’s

10 Center St. 633-0174

TUESDAYSuper Tuesday w/ Soup Bowl

& 3-soup Flight, Salad, & bread $6.99

Loggerhead’s Beach Grill 123 W. Ashley Ave. 588-2365

WEDNESDAY$2 Bud Light draft (4-7pm)

Woody’s Pizza 39 Center St. 588-0088

THURSDAYGarlic Shellfish Bucket of

Seafood only $18.99Crab Shack

26 Center St. 588-3080

FRIDAY Blackened Saku Tuna Bites

over Seaweed Salad $12 (4-7pm)

The Washout41 Center St. 633-0143

SATURDAY $1.50 Budweiser (all the time)

Sand Dollar 7 Center St. 588-9498

SUNDAY $4.95 Texas Toast French Toast (during Mama Flo’s Breakfast

8-11:30am) Planet Follywood

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A couple weeks ago, 2 Nixons announced that they were hosting a pop-up fundraiser for The ‘Wich Doctor to help off-set mounting medical bills and the financial burden of having to shutter while co-owner and chef Jeff Butler regains his health. On Saturday, Feb. 25, 2 Nixons took over the kitchen and delivered an impressive menu, with 140 covers to hungry Folly Gras-goers in just five hours. Among the offerings: Local blue crab shio ramen, a roasted sesame and pizza, and snacks like scrapple yakitori and chicken thigh yakitori. 100 percent of the profits went to Butler. If

you weren’t able to make it, but would like to contribute to Butler’s medical bills, visit www.gofundme.com/jeff-butlers-medical-bills.

The ‘Wich Doctor is located at W. Hudson Ave. Butler hopes to be back in the kitchen

in the next couple weeks. Stay tuned for updates on Facebook.

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The Barrel is a craft beer beer bar located along a tidal creek just off of Folly Beach. The Barrel boasts 33 taps and loads more bottle choices.

While The Barrel may not have every beer that The Beer Snob writes about, chances are they will. The

Barrel is located at 1859 Folly Road. For more information, call (843) 732-2337 or visit www.thebarrelcharleston.com.

Recently I was drinking an underwhelming ‘chocolate milk’ stout. It really was less than exciting, and with every sip, I became more and more disinterested in the complete malty, roasted nature of the beer. I knew I needed a bit of bitterness to wake up my tastebuds and pondered

the best options. I selected a southern-brewed IPA, and was

knocked down by the grapefruit and citrus, lip-puckering nature of

the beer; it was too much.From one extreme, dark and malty,

to the other, bright and hoppy, neither selection did the trick. I had to shoot down the middle. I searched the cooler for the best choice, and the red colors began to present themselves. A red beer would win the day.

If, where you live, winter is still hanging on, and, like me, you’re not yet ready to give up the ales of the season, there are numerous warm-fermented, scarlet colored gems to be had. However, if you’re feeling a bit of spring, and the cold-fermented beers are what you crave, there are a few red lagers that fit the bill.

One of the classic styles is Irish Red Ale. A tasty beer with tea-like character, malt-based with a grain flavor and dry finish, low to lightly hopped. Sadly, there are very few great examples of these available. Sam Adams makes a decent Irish Red, and you may be able to find Conway’s Irish Red from Great Lakes, which is quite good. The Irish brewed examples are only average.

Even more hop-oriented, but not all the way to pale ale levels of bitterness, the American Amber Ale is a red beer of balanced flavors, fuller body and deep, rich amber colors. One of my favorite, go to red ales is Bell’s Amber, followed closely by Highland Gaelic Ale. Both are delicious, but exhibit hop levels that are not overwhelming, yet keep the beers from becoming sweet. Anderson Valley’s Boont Amber is also highly recommended.

However, if you want sappier, resinous hops from your red ale, there are many delicious options. A moderate level of hops can be found in Rogue’s American Amber Ale and Ballast Point’s Calico Amber Ale. Bitterness begins moving into pale ale range with North Coast’s Red Seal Ale and one of my all time favs, Troeg’s Nugget Nectar (an Imperial Amber!). And,

if you’re searching for just enough malt to keep the hops from reaching IPA level, Green Flash Hop Head Red and Bear Republic’s Red Rock Ale are the beers for you.

Where red lagers are concerned, expect a bit more malt than your typical golden or yellow beer, and a moderately complex flavor and aroma profile should be present as well. All-malt examples will be less sharp and fizzy compared with adjunct brewed lagers. And, without moving into the Euro amber lager realm, with either Vienna Lagers (Sam Adams Boston Lager, Dos Equis Amber, etc.) or Oktoberfest beers (too numerous to name), there are a few red beers to mention.

Again, Great Lakes is a solid choice with Eliot Ness, a tasty enough amber lager in the German tradition. You know it’s a lager, but with more flavor, body and kick. Brooklyn Brewery’s Brooklyn Lager is an all-malt based beer with 3 varieties of hops (along with being dry-hopped) to create a balanced and exceptional American beer. These options may be too heavy and complex to throw back several of them on the beach in the middle of summer, but they are perfect choices for now. Enjoy the brews … Cheers.

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BLACK MAGIC CAFÉ 103 E. Erie Ave. 633-0025www.blackmagicfb.com Offering breakfast and lunch daily, complemented by an extensive coffee and espresso bar, they use only hormone-free meats, free range eggs, and source ingredients from local farms when possible. Taste the flavor in everything from the beach burrito; to the cafe specialties, like the standby shrimp & grits and huevos rancheros, to the omelets and sand-wiches.

BLU RESTAURANT & BAR 1 Center St. 588-6658 www.blufollybeach.comA platinum partner through the S.C. Aquarium’s Sustainable Seafood Ini-tiative, this upscale restaurant offers ocean views that complement fresh signature seafood creations. Enjoy a variety of beverages, including frozen cocktails from the oceanside bar. Catch live music on the patio.

BOWEN’S ISLAND1870 Bowen’s Island Road. 795-2757Located just off Folly Beach, Bowen’s Island Restaurant is a Lowcountry landmark. Best known for their local steamed oysters and fried seafood, Bowen’s is also a great place to grab a beer and watch the sunset. They have 15 all-local beers on tap at any given time.

CHICO FEO122 E. Ashley Ave. 296-7155 www.chicofeos.comChico Feo is as authentic as they come. Captain Hank Weed, who sailed the Caribbean for years, now helms the kitchen, cooking up island favorites such as curry goat, Cuban rice and beans, and Hawaiian poke. They recently started serving island-style breakfast, wich Cuban coffee and fresh acai bowls. The outdoor dive bar is part tiki bar-part, backyard bbq. There are always two rotating taps of craft beer and a decent selection of bottled beer.

DOLCE BANANA18 Center St. 633-0187www.dolcebananacafe.com Part FroYo joint, part sandwich bar, stop in for breakfast, lunch, dinner or an afternoon snack. The sandwich bar offers the highest quality breads, meats, and toppings; even a build your own flat bread pizza. Dress up your FroYo with dozens of delicious toppings.

DROP-IN DELI & BAR32 Center St. 633-0234www.dropindeli.comFavorite locals deli by day, bar by night, you’re invited to drop in and hang out. The variety on the menu is impressive, offering deli favorites; Tex-Mex, including The Dang Quesa-Dilah

and Blackened Phish Tacos, 5 salads, a house-made black bean burger, The Redneck, which is a twist on the Chicken Cheesesteak with the addi-tion of jalapeños, ranch, caramelized onions, bacon, and ’da Whiz. Several beers on tap, including local favorite Coast Hop Art, and a full bar.

FOLLY BEACH CRAB SHACK26 Center St. 588-3080www.crabshacks.comVoted one of the Best Seafood Spots in South Carolina by Southern Living Magazine, The Crab Shack invites you to “Come out of your Shell and Roll up your Sleeves”. You’ll have to, when you see the size of their overflowing buckets of fresh, local seafood! Dine with this longtime Folly staple at the raw bar, in the restaurant, or out on the patio, where you can catch live music.

JACK OF CUPS SALOON34 Center St. 633-0042www.facebook.com/jack.ofcups At this intimate beach saloon, Chef Lesley and Nick will take your taste buds on a trip through Asian cuisine. The menu offers a variety of curries, including Lentil Dahl, Massaman, and Thai red curry mac. Dine and drink on the front porch, inside the cozy bar, or outside in the backyard, weather per-mitting. Choose from several rotating taps and a large list of bottled craft beer and fine wines.

THE JUICE JOINT 108 E. Ashley Ave. 795-8060 www.thejuicejoint.comDeveloped by Folly Beach residents Michael & Wendy are dedicated to serving supremely healthy and nutri-ent-dense juices made from whole, organic, sustainable raw fruits and vegetables; whole fruit smoothies; & healthy and delicious breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Enjoy healthy eats like the avocado toast or the Hawaiian Acai Bowl.

LOCKLEAR’S BEACH CITYGRILL101 East Arctic Ave. 588-6412www.locklearsbeachcitygrill.comUndeniably the best view of any place on the beach, Locklear’s offers lunch, dinner, and brunch. Start with local seafood favorites Caper’s Island shrimp and crab dip or boiled shrimp. For lunch, the shrimp burger boasts shrimp from nearby Beaufort. The dinner menu has the award winning Eggplant Tower, a rib-eye, a filet, Maine lobster, and Alaskan snow crab legs, just to name a few. The only place on Folly who can serve alcohol on the pier.

LOGGERHEAD’S BEACH GRILL123 W. Ashley Ave. 588-2365www.loggerheadsbg.comBoasting the largest deck on Folly, Loggerhead’s is a place to soak up

some rays while enjoying one of their many frozen concoctions or a juicy burger. On the appetizer menu you’ll find seafood favorites conch fritters, Calamari, snow crab clusters, and peel-n-eat shrimp. On the main menu the Seafood Platters come with your choice of two sides. Loggerhead’s is also a lively nightlife spot where you can enjoy music 7 nights a week. Check out the innovative wine on tap system and Folly’s largest selection of local beer on draft.

LOST DOG CAFÉ106 W. Huron Ave. 588-9669www.lostdogfollybeach.com The breakfast menu is served all day, offering Folly’s original breakfast burrito, Society Street french toast with fresh strawberries, biscuits & homemade sausage gravy. If you’re looking for a fresh salad, try the Very Berry Spinach or the Folly mahi-mahi with fresh mango salsa. The South-ern-style BLT with pimento cheese and a fried green tomato will give you a taste of the South. Enjoy $3 mason jar mimosas on Mondays all day. Breakfast & lunch daily.

PLANET FOLLYWOOD32 Center St. 588-7380www.planetfollywood.comThis beachy dive bar, open year round, serves up some great food and entertainment on the island to both locals and tourists. Their friendly staff will help you build an appetizer, choose a basket of land or sea fare, or pick from the biggest selection of burgers on the beach! Breakfast on the weekends will always cure what ails ya. Several beers on tap and a menu full of options are just a few of the highlights of this popular hangout. With fun events ranging from bingo to karaoke and great live local music, Planet Follywood is always a great time!

RITA’S SEASIDE GRILLE2 Center St. 588-2525www.ritasseasidegrille.comJust steps away from the beach and the Folly Pier, Rita’s offers you a chance to grab a bite or a meal and a drink indoors at it’s long bar, in the dining room, or outside on the comfortable, dog-friendly patio. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch, their menus have everything from bacon and eggs, a massive Fried Chicken & Pancake tower, a famous burger, to award-winning Rita’s chili, sandwiches, & seafood. On Saturday & Sunday during Brunch this popular spot offers a pretty amazing Bloody Mary bar.

SNAPPER JACK’S10 Center St. 633-0174www.snapperjacks.netSnapper Jack’s is one of the most popular spots on the beach for a reason. It’s just a block off the beach

and offers three stories of fun! Each level has it’s own beach-y appeal. The top deck gives sweeping views of Folly Beach and there is often live music. From oysters to succulent crab legs, the seafood is brought in every day. Get your oysters raw, steamed, or as a shooter.

ST. JAMES GATE11 Center St. 633-0046Folly’s only Irish Pub, St. James Gate offers several beers on tap and a handful of traditional Irish favorites including shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, and fish ‘n’ chips. With over 25 beers on tap, there’s plenty of options for finding a pint, or two, that suits your tastes.

SURF BAR103 W. Cooper Ave. 588-2009www.surfbarfollybeach.comSurf Bar is reminiscent of a Costa Rican roadside bar (or soda) and it’s Pura Vida inside. Try one of their killer Philly cheesesteaks, a house-made black bean burger, or a juicy beef burger, all cooked on the wood-burn-ing grill; or one of their famous Pain-killers, made with dark rum, cream of coconut, pineapple and orange juice, and fresh ground nutmeg. There are also a handful of beers on tap. There is also a back patio with a fireplace and foosball a table.

SUSHI BY LISA Drop In Deli, 32 Center St. 633-0234www.dropindeli.com/sushi-by-lisa/Serving up sushi 4 nights a week from the side bar at Drop In Deli, Lisa takes care in rolling your sushi to order. From tuna, eel, salmon, to fish roe, she’s got everything you need for a sushi roll! There’s large and small rolls; even nigiri. Enjoy calamari salad (when available) and seaweed salad on the side. Tuesday-Friday.

TACO BOY15 Center St. 588-9761www.tacoboy.netTaco Boy is always one of the busiest restaurants on the beach, but you can usually belly up to the bar at any given time and get a margarita, Dos Equis, Negra Modela, or Pacifico. While you’re there, grab a taco (grilled fish, al pastor, carne asada, kimchi beef, portobello mushroom) or nachos with cowboy beans, chili con queso, salsa cruda, guac, & crema. Come in on the weekends and try their frozen screwdriver, a true hangover slayer (don’t forget to add a Grand Marnier floater).

TOKYO CREPES107 E. Ashley Ave. 580-6333 www.tokyocrepe.comA food vending stand located just off Center Street, Tokyo Crepes offers the only Japanese-style crepes you can find in the South East. The crepe shell resembles a soft tortilla, but has the taste of a sweet pancake. The shell is filled with a variety of toppings, and fall into two main categories: sweet and savory. Both groups have hot and cold options, such as banana and Nutella (hot and sweet), the strawber-ry dream (cold and sweet), the smoky pork (hot and savory), and the teriyaki chicken (cold and savory).

THE WASHOUT 41 Center St. 633-0143www.follywashout.comFeel the sea breezes from the huge patio, watch your game on one of the 12 TVs, and enjoy a menu with everything from burgers to kebobs and fried seafood. The blackened Saku tuna bites over seaweed salad are just $12 during happy hour! With a passion for building relationships, the staff at The Washout wants you to remember great times, food and service. Shag the night away with Jim Bowers on Tuesdays and listen to the sweet tunes of Folly Beach Bluegrass Society on Thursdays out on the patio!

WHOLE LOTTA EMPANADA 110 East Ashley Ave. 580-3995 An empanada is a stuffed bread or pastry, fried and served hot! But what you’ll find at this Folly food truck is a Lowcountry twist on the classic Latin hand held pastries! The Mac Attack is made with macaroni & cheese and applewood smoked bacon, topped with housemate chipotle ranch. There’s a pulled pork served with Carolina mustard BBQ sauce, and a mildly spicy Buffalo chicken. To satisfy the sweet tooth, try the peanut butter & M&M or the apple pie. Catering available. Bringing people together, one em-panada at a time. Lunch, dinner, late night.

THE ‘WICH DOCTOR 106 W. Hudson Ave. 588-6666 www.thewichdoctor.net The concoction of husband and wife team, this eclectic gourmet sandwich and Neopolitan-style pizza shop will surprise your taste buds! Every part of the pizzas, sandwiches, and noodle dishes is made in house, from the cured meats, to the marinades and sauces. Many menu items have an Asian flare, like the spicy shrimp stir fry sandwich, the Szechuan pork belly, and the Hanoi hoagie made with lem-ongrass beef & traditional Vietnamese condiments & of course, nuoc cham. Visit their website for daily specials that shouldn’t be missed!

WOODEN SPOON DELI 202 E. Ashley Ave. 588-9449 www.bertsmarket.com

Bert’s offers a whole lot more than free coffee! Located inside Bert’s Market, their full-service deli features Applegate Farms’ all natural, steroid and antibiotic-free meats and cheeses and all organic produce. Enjoy made-to-order subs, wraps and paninis and house-made sides like Southwest couscous. Wash it down with an or-ganic smoothie or cold-pressed juice, always made-to-order!

WOODY’S PIZZA39 Center St. 588-0088 www.dowoodyspizza.comMuch more than just a local pizzeria, Woody’s is a local hotspot. Sit inside at the bar or if you’re one of the lucky ones to grab the few outdoor bar seats that open up to the restaurant, you might just want to stay parked there all evening. Order pizza by the slice or a whole pie. There’s also subs, served hot or cold, breadsticks, and a couple of salads. It’s one of the best spots on the island to people watch.

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Folly’s first commercial industry was likely Sea Island cotton in the 1700s. As recently as the 1970s, plots of undeveloped land could still be found to harvest homegrown produce. This garden, at Bill Lyle’s house at 9th Street on the west side, reverted to salt marsh after a dyke broke that had kept the property dry. “We drained it out and grew okra, corn, Jerusalem artichokes, asparagus and corn in there,” recalls Bill Perry, seen here on the “farm.”

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FOLLY FLASHBACK BY STRATTON LAWRENCE

It’s Time to Get Your Gardens Planted

Image courtesy of Bill Perry and Betty Sue Cowsert. Images like these are included in Stratton Lawrence’s book, Images of America: Folly Beach. To purchase your own personalized signed copies or to share a photo

and story for next month’s Folly Flashback column, email Stratton at [email protected].

Miranda Jordan is a rock star. No, seriously, she really is. She’s the lead singer of the local band Headrush, which plays often at The Sand Dollar Social Club. She’s also now a proud mother. Jordan just gave birth to her first child, Quinn, whom she had with her longtime partner Charlie Stonecypher. Both Jordan and Stonecypher have been regular contributors to The Folly Current for several years. He writes the monthly gardening column Oustanding in his Field and Miranda typically writes this column, Folly Faces.

But since baby Quinn was born last month, Miranda has been taking a little time off from her day job as a school councilor and even taken a sabatical from being a bad ass rock ‘n’ roll goddess, even taken a month off of writing her column for The Folly Current. Every month, Jordan interviews a Folly local and chats with them about their life. And while she’s spending some much deserved “mama time” with The Mighty Quinn, we still couldn’t let her off the hook that easily. So we turned the tables and the interviewer became the interviewee this month.

FC: What is something people don’t tell you about when you’re having a baby? Miranda Jordan: To accept all the help you can get! I’m not always great at allowing myself to rely on others. I have a good bit of experience with taking care of children, studying child development, and even teaching parenting classes. That on top of my fierce independent streak led me to think I wouldn’t need much help, but man, was I wrong! I really don’t know what I would have done without Charlie being such an involved daddy, and our friends and family providing us with delicious meals or just coming by so I can take a shower or get a nap. It really does take a village, and what an amazing village Quinn has been born into!

FC: What does being a mom mean for Headrush? MJ: It means we have a new roadie! Quinn will be hauling amps in no time! Seriously though, Headrush will continue, and I’ll be back with them soon. While I did take a hiatus for most of the pregnancy (with vocal duties left in the talented hands of Sarah Starr), I will be making my return in April when we headline for the Carolina Children’s Charity benefit at the Windjammer. Headrush has been together a decade now, and our longevity is partly due to the fact that we have all become one big family. It’s been great to watch my bandmates’ children as they’ve grown up, and I know Quinn will love his two “Uncle Marks.” It makes me so happy that between my band, the Bluegrass Society, and

all our other musical endeavors, Quinn is going to grow up surrounded by music!

FC: A lot of people know you from the band, but what is your day job and what do you like best about it? MJ: When not dressing up and playing rock star, I am a school counselor at Fort Dorchester High School in North Charleston. After working for years with children and adolescents in mental health settings, I like being in a school because I feel like I’m on the “front lines” and can help young people by intervening before the problems get so severe. I’m also a firm believer that a good education is the great equalizer, and the only thing that is going to make lasting positive change in our society. I like encouraging young people to become critical thinkers and life-long learners in all aspects of their lives. Plus, being surrounded by teenagers all day keeps me hip, right? I know all the lingo, I’m totally on fleek.

FC: What is your favorite thing about the island? MJ: I love the sense of community. I’ve lived places for years where I never knew the person living right next to me. On Folly, I can’t go for a dog walk or stop in to Bert’s for coffee without getting a few hugs and having some great conversation. Something about this place tends to attract people with really good souls. Or maybe it transforms your soul once you get here. Either way, there’s a whole lot of love on this little stretch of island.

FC: What is one thing your neighbors would be surprised to know about you? MJ: That I grew up a tomboy country girl along the banks of the Ashley River down Highway 61. During my teen years, my weekends were spent hunting with the guys (I never killed anything) and I wouldn’t miss a race at the Summerville Speedway. I was even on a pit crew a few times!

Miranda Jordan will return as the writer of Folly Faces next month. To get in touch with her, email [email protected].

Rock ‘n’ Roll Mama is on Fleek‘FOLLY FACES’ WRITER MIRANDA JORDAN HAS TABLES TURNED

Interview By Lorne Chambers | Editor

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ACROSS1. Cheap showy jewelry(archaic)5. Does something9. Satyr13. Graphic symbol14. Seraglio16. Rapscallions17. Colored part of an eye18. Sporting venue19. Hazard20. Devilfish22. Causes extensivedestruction24. Blaze26. Anagram of “Fires”27. Queen of the jungle?30. Unrighteous33. Irrationality35. Columbus’s birthplace37. Some people chew this38. Chopin composition41. Soak42. Construct45. Lullaby48. Invented the light bulb51. Feelings of uneasiness52. Wooden shoe

54. A set of garments55. Hokey59. French for “Storehouse”62. Curved molding63. Exhausted65. Wild goat66. Winglike67. A sloping mass of looserocks68. Blackthorn69. Small slender gull70. Acquire deservedly71. 10 10 10 10

DOWN1. Gruesome2. Emanation3. Ignorant4. Preordain5. “Eureka!”6. Credit or playing7. Tall woody plants8. Detects9. Long-necked animal10. Leave out11. Church alcove12. Sounds of disapproval15. New Zealand native

21. District23. Water chestnut25. Being27. Olympic sled28. Accustom29. Drunkard31. Unfit32. Not tight34. Gist36. How old we are39. Morning moisture40. Goddess of discord43. Well44. Anagram of “Rats”46. Hint47. Snob49. Death notices50. Beginner53. Latin name for ourplanet55. Jacket56. Leer at57. Close58. Backwards “Reed”60. Hireling61. Former lovers64. Lair

MOVIESIN WHAT 1985 SCI-FI COMEDY DID THE LATE BILL PAXTON PLAY A CRUEL ANTAGONISTIC OLDER BROTHER NAMED CHET DONNELLY?

THE UNFRIENDLY SKIESTHE FAA IS INVESTIGATING WHAT FAMOUS ACTOR AND PILOT FOR RECENTL LANDED A SINGLE-ENGINE AIRCRAFT ON THE WRONG PART OF A SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AIRPORT, FLYING DIRECTLY OVER AN AIRLINER THAT WAS PREPARING FOR TAKEOFF?

INTERNATIONAL ASSASSINSTHE ESTRANGED HALF BROTHER OF NORTH KOREAN LEADER KIM JONG UN WAS ASSASSINATED LAST MONTH WHILE VISITING WHAT COUNTRY

’60S TELEVISIONROD STERLING WAS THE HOST OF WHAT POPULAR TELEVISION SHOW, WHICH RAN FROM 1959-1964?

’60S MOVIESPAUL NEWMAN AND ROBERT REDFORD STARRED AS WHAT INFAMOUS DUO IN THIS 1969 MOVIE BY THE SAME NAME?

’60S MUSICWHAT ALL-FEMALE MOTOWN BAND PLEADED TO “STOP! IN THE NAME OF LOVE” IN THEIR 1965 HIT SINGLE?

SPIN-OFFSWHAT’S THE NAME OF THE NEW CBS SPINOFF OF THE GOOD WIFE, WHICH BRINGS BACK ACTRESS CHRISTINE BARANSKI AS ATTORNEY DIANE LOCKHART?

DISNEYNOW WITH THE USE OF CGI, IRONMAN DIRECTOR JON FAVREAU IS TAKING ON THE REMAKE OF WHAT BELOVED ANIMATED DISNEY MOVIE?

TELEVISIONWHILE STILL SHROUDED IN MYSTERY, A TEASER WAS RELEASED LAST WEEK OF AN UPCOMING HULU ANTHOLOGY SERIES EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY J.J. ABRAMS AND DUBBED “CASTLE ROCK,” WHICH IS BASED ON WHAT PROLIFIC AUTHOR’S BOOKS?

MOVIE TAGLINESWHAT 2008 OSCAR WINNING MOVIE HAD THE TAGLINE: “YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A HERO TO DO THIS JOB. BUT IT HELPS.”

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It’s Time to Get Your Gardens Planted


Someone asked me the other day “why is there a beach?” Their question provided a great topic for this month’s Salt Marsh Diaries. First, a beach is kind of the end-product of what sheds off the mountains and flows downhill via river transport. For sediment (rocks, soil, sand, mud, etc.), the ocean is the ultimate resting place. In the study of sequence stratigraphy, this resting place is known as the base level. The sediment travels down-slope from the source (mountains) along an “equilibrium profile”, then much of the sediment accumulates at this base level. In the mountains at the sediment source, steep slopes along this profile produce rapidly-moving water capable of transporting both large and small chunks of earth (think mountain stream). Downstream, the profile’s slope decreases as it approaches the baseline (ocean). As a result, rivers slow down and lose the ability to transport all but sand, silt, and clay size sediment particles. As these sediment particles issue from river mouths, they deposit to form deltas. Ocean waves and currents remobilize some of these sand, silt, and clay particles and distribute them along the shoreline, including into the quiet, low energy back-barrier saltmarsh environment. Wind-generated waves along the ocean-facing coastline winnow the finer silts and clays away, leaving the sand behind. This is why there’s a beach.

A casual observer may notice some differences between one beach and another. Maybe you’ve visited the black sand beaches of Iceland, the pink sand beaches of Bermuda, or olivine green sands in Hawaii. Have you noticed that bare feet feel different on a Bahamian beach compared to a South Carolina beach? Some beaches are narrow, others wide. Some are steeper than others. Environmental factors, such as wave size, tidal range, and sediment source, build a beach specific to its region. Coastlines with large waves tend to build steep, coarse-sand beaches, while smaller waves produce flatter, fine-sand beaches. Tidal range determines active beach face width. A large tidal range builds a wider beach, while a smaller range generally produces a narrower beach.

Consider the source...of sediment, that is. What makes up the sand (composition of source sediment) and transport distance from source also determine a beach’s character. For example, here on Folly, our sediments

wash several hundred miles down rivers from the Appalachian Mountains. After that great distance of travel, mostly the smaller, more durable quartz grains, and a lesser fraction of ilmenite, become our beach sediment. In contrast, Hawaii’s volcanic sediment source lies close to the coastline and produces black and green sand beaches. This basaltic lava source, rich in olivine, flows from the mantle several miles below the Earth’s surface. Thus, some Hawaiian beaches are olivine green.

In answering the beach question, I didn’t intend to write a condensed textbook here, but things got out of hand. Next time you visit another beach, note the beach’s character and consider the source..

Anton DuMars, a coastal geologist and longtime beach observer, collects sand

as a hobby. Coming soon: Spartina Sailing Adventures. Contact Anton at:

[email protected].

Salt marsh

DIARIES BY CAPTAINANTON DUMARSOF SPARTINA SAILINGADVENTURES

Why Is There A Beach?

Well, hello again my fun, Folly Family. Looks like the warm temperatures are arriving early (global warming? I’m not a scientist, but I did sleep at a Holiday Inn express once,) and that means that there will be some beautiful flowers poking their faces out soon. I remember last year on a dog walk marveling at all the cool colors on blooms finding their way out of the most desolate spots, in dunes, on top of rocks, in cracks of concrete, etc. It seems logical to me that anything that looks so pretty and does so well without any attention should be a wise choice for some yards so I thought I would list a few to check out. You probably walk past them everyday.

• Yellows: Look for Beach sunflowers, some lantana, Gaillardia (also red,) black eyed Susan, Sea Hibiscus, Yellow Jessamine, Golden Canna, Goldenrod, Primrose and stickers (ouch!) to name a few.

• Reds: We can find red camelia, Cardinal Flower, scarlet sage, Coral Bean, Firebush, Hibiscus, Oleander, Coral Honeysuckle, red shrimp and wild Tamarind.

• Pinks: Wild and Beach Morning glory, Purslane, Rose Mallow, Bull Thistle, Primrose and Lantana are some candidates/

• Whites: Railroad Vine, Wild Honeysuckle and Oleander are a few.

• Purples: Purple Coneflower (Enchinacea) , Beauty Berry, Ruella (mexican Petunia) etc.

You can find photos of many of these at www.follybeach.com/flowers.php. I could list plants all day but really without the space for pics they may mean nothing

without research. Why not become an explorer in your own town? While we still have the cooler mornings grab your coffee and let everyone else comb the beach for shark’s teeth while you take in some of nature’s finest. Many of the plants I’ve listed stay strong in some amazing places and you really have to admire the tenacity in addition to the natural colors, which provide beacons for pollen seeking critters.

I hope March brings each and every one of you good, positive energy for the upcoming warm season. Get your yard work done ASAP so you can stroll and or relax during the prime weather! Until next time, Aloha!

Charlie Stonecypher is the owner of Suncoast Irrigation and

Landscaping. They specialize in products that work smart without wasting resources. Contact Charlie

at (843) 327-8642 or email him at [email protected].

Familiar Folly Florals

The warmest weather that I can remember in March has been terrific for our fishery. Higher than normal water temperatures have made for some productive fishing. I never thought I would say this but there has been a decent trout bite in February! With days filled with sun and 70 degree weather, anglers have to get out there to take advantage.

Having spent the last few months laying low and avoiding dolphins, redfish are transitioning from a period focused simply on preservation to now becoming predators again. With redfish still in big schools of up to hundreds of fish, the best fishing will be at low tide when you can sight cast to them. These fish are still spooky so stealth is of upmost importance when approaching a school. Oftentimes, it pays to anchor up when you find a school and wait for them to return to you instead of chasing them down.

With these reds being so wary, I try to disturb the water as little as possible and keep my casting to a minimum. When this happens, it’s time to soak some cut bait. I’ll put chunks of frozen mullet or blue crab on size 3/0 circle hooks and just let it sit on the bottom until the redfish swim over it. Put your rod in the rod holder and resist the urge (if at all possible!) to set the hook when you see a fish begin to eat. The circle hook will do all the work for you and when your reel starts to sing you are in business.

As trout become more active, popping corks cast along grass banks and over oyster beds will be a good bet paired with mud minnows. I usually use a 18”-24” leader and a size 1 circle hook. When working the popping cork, always try to keep slack out of your line and when that cork drops just reel to set the hook. You’ll find that the circle hook will rarely miss as long as your line is tight.

See you on the water!

Capt. Geoff Bennett operates Charleston Charter Fishing providing light tackle

fishing charters. For more information, call Capt. Bennett at 843-324-3332, visit www.

charlestoncharterfishing.com or email him at [email protected].

MarchFishing Report

By Captain Geoff Bennett Charleston Charter Fishing

outstanding In His Field

BY CHARLIE STONECYPHER

MARCH 2017 COMMUNITY BILLBOARD {23}{22} COMMUNITY MARCH 2017

ARTS & CRAFTS

Arts & Crafts Guild Meeting Meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm. Exhibiting Membership $35, Associate Membership $20. Folly Beach Community Cen-ter, 55 Center St. 588-2001.

Knitting on the Edge (adult) Every Wednesday at 6 pm. Bring a knit or crochet proj-ect to work on, and share ideas with others. Folly Beach Library, 55 Center St.

P.L.A.Y.: Saturday Movie & Craft (children) Saturday, March 11 at 10 am. Watch Secret Life of Pets, eat popcorn, and make a fun craft. Rated PG, 90 min.Folly Beach Library, 55 Center St.

CLUBS & SUPPORT GROUPS

Book Club (adult) Wednesday, March 8 at 2:30pm. The Mare by Mary Gaitskill Folly Beach Library, 55 Center St.

Civic Club Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Community Center, 55 Center St. For more information, contact Regina Anderson 633-0200.

Exchange Club Business meeting is the 1st Thursday of each month. Dinner program is the 3rd Thursday of each month. Contact May Holmes at 588-9238.

Folly Association of Business (FAB)Business meeting open for all Folly Beach business owners. Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm. For more informa-tion, email [email protected] Hotel, conference room 1 Center Street

Folly Green Team Meets the 1st Thursday of every month at 6:30pm at the Folly Beach Community Center, 55 Center St. For more info, contact Penny Travis, 259-1143.

Home & Garden Club Meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 12pm. Folly Beach Community Center. 55 Center St. For more info, call 588-0093.

Men’s Club Breakfast Meets the 4th Sunday of each month after the 9am Mass. Our Lady of Good Counsel, 106 E. Erie Ave. 588-2336.

Men’s Guild Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm with a small meal after. Our Lady of Good Counsel, Father Kelly Hall, 106 E. Erie Ave. 588-2336.

Recovery in Christ Biblically based; seeks God concerning our habits, hurts, & hang-ups. Meets Thurs-days at 6 pm. Folly Beach Baptist Church, 77 Center St.

Save the Light Meets the 1st Wednesday at 7pm every month. For more information, call: 633-0099.

Senior Citizens Club 55 and over are invited. Meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 11am. Contact Pauline Ray at 588-9580.

Women’s Guild Meets the 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 pm. Our Lady of Good Counsel, Father Kelly Hall, 106 E. Erie Ave. 588-2336.

FAMILY FRIENDLY

After-School Club Every Monday at 3:30pm.Snacks, homework help and fun activities. Folly Beach Library, 55 Center St.

Family Movie Night Held the 4th Sunday of the month at 5 pm. Folly Beach Baptist Church, 77 Center St. 588-9414.

Family Story Time (all ages) Every Monday at 10:30 am. Interact with stories, sing songs, and make a fun craft. Folly Beach Library, 55 Center St.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Beach Yoga Check with Serenity Tree Yoga & Namaste Folly for weekly schedule.

Boot CampGet in shape boot camp style! Every minute of this workout delivers a calorie burning boost. Ongoing: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:45 -6:30 p.m. Meets at Folly Beach County ParkAge: 16 & upFee: $10/$8 CCR Discount/Free Move IT Pass Holder. Register for six or more classes for a discount. charlestoncoutyparks.com

Christian Meditation Meets every Monday at 8 am. Our Lady of Good Counsel, 106 E. Erie Ave. 588-2336.

Namaste Folly Meets the 2nd Friday of ev-ery month. Pot luck follow-ing the yoga practice. Folly Beach Library, 55 Center St.

Open Water Swimming Meet Up 9am every Sunday. Meet at the Pier next to the showers.

Yoga Class Meet 10-11 a.m. and Thurs-day evenings from 5:45-6:45 p.m. The price per class is $5 for residents, $10 for nonresidents. Community Center, 55 Center St.

OUTDOOR

Folly Beach Bird Walks: Folly Beach County ParkFriday, March 10 at 8:30am-10:30am. This walk focuses on the southern shoreline of Folly Beach. We hope to see a variety of shorebirds and seabirds such as American Oystercatchers and North-ern Gannets. Fee: $9/$7 CCR Discount/ $5 Move IT Pass Holder. www.charlestoncoun-typarks.com to register.

RELIGIOUS

Christian Meditation Group Meets every Monday at 8:30am. Father Kelly Hall, 105 West Hudson Ave. Faith Formation Meets every Wednesday at 7 pm. Our Lady of Good Counsel, 106 E. Erie Ave. 588-2336.

Girlfriends Bible Study Meets every Tuesday at 9:30am & 6:30pm. Folly Beach Baptist Church, 77 Center St. 588-9414.

Mary’s Rosary Guild Meets the 1st & 3rd Fridays at 10am. Our Lady of Good Counsel, 106 E. Erie Ave. 588-2336.

Men’s Bible Study Meets Mondays at 7pm Folly Beach Baptist Church, 77 Center St. 588-9414.

Soup Ministry Every Monday at 12pm Meets in the Fellowship Hall. Folly Beach Baptist Church, 77 Center St. 588-9414.

Women’s Bible Study Meets on Tuesdays at 9:30 am & 6:30 pm. Folly Beach Baptist Church. 77 Center St. 588-9414.

Community BillboardThe Folly Current Community Billboard is a Free listing for

events happening on Folly Beach.

Please submit all happenings to [email protected] by the 21st of the month in order to be included in

the next issue of The Folly Current.

CROSSWORD SOLUTION

1. Weird Science

2. Harrison Ford

3. Malaysia

4. The Twilight Zone

5. Butch Cassidy and The

Sundance Kid

6. The Supremes

7. The Good Fight

8. The Lion King

9. Stephen King

10. The Hurt Locker

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