Updates from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch News

From the DI Front Porch: The holiday issue of the Front Porch has traditionally been our “Thankfulness Issue” In truth, what this issue is about more than anything else is getting to know our neighbors and strengthening community bonds. This year, instead of asking what you are thankful for, we are varying things slightly and asking our readers to send in their response to either or both of the following questions: What is the best thing that has happened to you this year? or What is the strangest thing that has happened to you this year? We welcome all responses and ask that you email them to us at info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com by November 12th so that we may include them in our next issue. *************************** The Daufuskie Island Front Porch will be hosting its annual 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser, our "Trot & Gobble - 5K & A Taste of Daufuskie" will be held on November 28th 2015 at 11:00AM. The race will start and finish at the Melrose Beach Club with our "Taste of Daufuskie" to follow immediately afterward. Runners and Walkers will receive a complimentary t-shirt. To register go to our website: www.daufuskieislandfrontporch.com Not a runner? Join us for our post-race party: "A Taste of Daufuskie" Participants will have the opportunity to sample and vote for favorite dishes from island chefs. $15 donation to the Daufuskie Island Front Porch for unlimited tastes. Join us for a great day of food and fun! Register for the race before November 16th and receive a $5 discount. Email us as info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com with questions or inquiries. ************************** We are re-working the service directory featured on our website. Please send us your phone number and/or email address if you would like your goods or services listed. We must receive them by November 12th. Best regards, Paula Nickels Editor, The Daufuskie Island Front Porch www.daufuskieislandfrontporch.com Email: info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com

Updates from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch News

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the First Union African Baptist Church - Daufuskie’s Community Church: Please come and celebrate Easter Sunday with us at our 10:00AM Easter Service at the church. Coffee and the Bible will start at 9:00AM at the Mary Fields School. Following the Easter Service, there will be an Easter Egg Hunt and Pot-Luck fellowship meal at the Mary Fields School. All are invited to attend this wonderful celebration! *************************** From the Daufuskie Island Council: Last Chance to Make Your Voice Heard! The response to the Daufuskie Island Council Survey has been great. It will definitely prove a useful tool as the Council charts its course over the next year. If you haven't responded, there's still an opportunity to join your neighbors and make your voice heard. Please follow the link below to the short, 11 question survey. It should take less than ten minutes. http://daufuskieislandfrontporch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0c80ad4d4b761c96ccfc94322&id=f5abf480af&e=33381b68dc Also, please add this note: Council Website: Under New Management The Daufuskie Island Council is back in business. The website (www.daufuskieislandcouncil.org/) contains the latest meeting minutes. Future agendas will be posted regularly. Feel free to check-in for the latest news, and provide feedback. *************************** From the Daufuskie Island Conservancy and Haig Point: The Conservancy and the Haig Point Environmental Committee are partnering on a Spring Beach Sweep on Saturday, April 11,2015 at 9:30 a.m. The large amount of debris collected at the Annual Beach Sweep last September has prompted the need for a semi annual clean up. Volunteers will gather at one of two locations on the Island: *Gazebo at Beach Road near Bloody Point *Calibogue Club Pool at Haig Point Refreshments will be served courtesy of Haig Point, Melrose on the Beach and Bloody Point. Wear enclosed shoes, sunscreen, visor or hat, bring gloves. Supplies will be provided. For questions or to volunteer, contact: Eileen Pojednic at erpojednic@aol.com or Yvonne Clemons at yclemons@columbus.rr.com EARTH DAY 2015 - SAVE THE DATE! ! Please join the Daufuskie Island Conservancy on Saturday April 25th at 5:30pm at the Haig Point Clubhouse for our annual Earth Day fundraiser and to celebrate the Conservancy’s founders and 10th anniversary. The evening will feature a silent auction, cocktails, a special dinner prepared by Chef Jim McLain, dancing to music of the 70's and a presentation, “Living in Our Coastal Kingdom”, by Tony Mills, Education Director of the LowCountry Institute and star of South Carolina Educational Television’s “Coastal Kingdom”. For tickets and more information please contact Karen Opderbeck at karenopderbeck@gmail.com or call 843-842-3456 OR make reservations by clicking the RSVP button at the right. 
Also on Saturday April 25th, Tony Mills will offer a FREE live animal demonstration for children and families at the Mary Field School from 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Please join us to learn more about Lowcountry reptiles and amphibians. Reservations are not necessary for the children’s event. Every day is Earth Day! Please help make this one unforgettable by supporting the efforts of the Daufuskie Island Conservancy. Love it! Save it! Share it! No reservations needed. **************************** From the Daufuskie Island Rum Company: Let's Get Spicy! The Daufuskie Island Rum Company invites you to join them for the Spiced Rum Launch Party!! The long awaited spiced rum is here and we are celebrating. Join us at the distillery on April 11th from 1-4. Cranford Hollow will be on hand with live music- our Master Distiller Tony Chase will sign bottles and tours and tastings are available for $5 per person. **************************** From Melrose: Greetings from Melrose! We have lots going on at the Beach Club this weekend!! Friday night we welcome back our Oceanfront Low Country Boil with live music from Le Bodega. Saturday join us for a Daufuskie Island Rum celebration with guest bartender Tony Chase and music by Joe Vicars and the Storks from 6-9PM and Sunday we have Easter Brunch from 11-3 with live music from Joe Vicars. We hope to see you soon!! **************************** From Freeport: The weather is warming up and we have some exciting things to look forward to at Freeport Marina! This weekend on Saturday and Sunday we have some amazing bands; the stunning Danielle Hicks will play on Saturday and Craig Coyne will play on Sunday. We want to be sure our customers know that even though we will be making some great new changes to the menu at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company Restaurant, Ernestine will still be serving her famous Daufuskie Island Deviled Crab. Finally, we want to welcome all Daufuskie Island first-timers to the island. We know that you will enjoy your time here and we hope to meet you soon. Best regards, Paula Nickels Editor, The Daufuskie Island Front Porch www.daufuskieislandfrontporch.com Email: info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com

Updates from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch News

I want to thank the editor of the Daufuskie Island Front Porch News Paula Nickels for tirelessly keeping us updated on DI News:

Announcements and Reminders from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch Daufuskie Island Front Porch Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the First Union African Baptist Church: Join us this Sunday for special musical guest Bill Alston and the preaching of Pastor Clarence Edmondson. And then come down to the Mary Fields School following the service for a pot-luck fellowship meal. *************************** From Melrose: Greetings from Melrose! Join us tomorrow (weather permitting) for Bingo Bango Bongo at the Melrose Golf Club - call 843-422-6963 for details. Next Wednesday is All You Can Eat Crablegs at the Melrose Beach Club! Friday Night Oceanfront Low Country Boil and Oyster Roast is back - starting Friday April 3rd, live music by La Bodega!And remember to join us for Easter Brunch - 11-3 on Easter Sunday, April 5th - complete with live music with Jos Vicars and an amazing menu. Call the Melrose Beach Club at 843-241-2640 for reservations! *************************** From the Daufuskie Island Fire Department: The Fire Station has a supply of new Hargray telephone books. They are free to anyone who wants them. Come on by and get your copy. *************************** From the Daufuskie Island Council: What’s on your mind? As the new Daufuskie Island Council begins addressing the several issues facing our island, the Council is interested in learning more about your concerns and priorities. Please follow the link below to complete a short eleven question survey that will help guide the Council as they deal with county and state officials. The survey should take less than ten minutes to complete. Thank-you for your participation! http://daufuskieislandfrontporch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0c80ad4d4b761c96ccfc94322&id=a6de7e9d7a&e=33381b68dc **************************** From the Daufuskie Island Conservancy: Saturday April 25 at 5:30pm Please join us at the Haig Point Clubhouse for our annual Earth Day fundraiser and to celebrate the Conservancy’s founders and 10th anniversary. Silent auction, cocktails, a special dinner prepared by Chef Jim McLain, dancing to music of the 70's and a presentation, “Living in Our Coastal Kingdom”, by Tony Mills, Education Director of the LowCountry Institute and star of South Carolina Educational Television’s “Coastal Kingdom” Please contact Karen Opderbeck: karenopderbeck@gmail.com or 843-842-3456 for tickets and more information by April 20. Everyone is welcome! *************************** Saturday April 25 at 4:00pm Please join us at the Mary Fields School for a FREE live animal demonstration for children and families with Tony Mills to learn more about Lowcountry reptiles and amphibians. No reservations needed. **************************** From Freeport Marina: We are halfway done remodeling our cottages. In addition to much larger front porches that can accommodate our relaxing rocking chairs, the inside of our cottages are going to be stunning. Local Islander, Tony is doing all of the work. We are in full swing as far as live entertainment goes. Freeport Marina will be hosting bands on Saturdays & Sundays for the rest of the season - band dates can be found on our Enjoy Daufuskie website. Finally, we hope everyone is excited for the new menu the Old Daufuskie Crab Company will be offering next month. We will be featuring FRESH & LOCAL seafood. We also know have an additional bar that is available 7 days a week. *************************** Best regards, Paula Nickels Editor, The Daufuskie Island Front Porch www.daufuskieislandfrontporch.com Email: info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com ====================================