By Capers Tabrizian
Visitors may experience one of South Carolina’s most remote historic landmarks during the Cape Romain Lighthouse Tour. Guided by Coastal Expeditions in partnership with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the excursion travels through the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge before reaching Lighthouse Island, where participants can learn about the 1827 and 1857 Cape Romain lighthouses and the region’s maritime history all the while observing coastal wildlife along the way.
Tours depart from the McClellanville Boat Landing, 405 Pinckney St. in McClellanville. Dates and departure times vary throughout the season, and advance reservations are required. For more information, click here.
By James DeLo
For those who cannot put down a mystery novel and delight in a good thriller, Litchfield Books is hosting the event perfect for you. On Friday, August 14, from 10:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Karin Slaughter, a New York Times bestselling author, is coming to North Myrtle Beach for a multi-course lunch and Q&A.
Slaughter will discuss her new thriller, The Secrets We Hide, which follows a small-town sheriff investigating a brutal crime buried beneath years of rumors and family secrets. The Georgia native has written more than 25 novels, sold more than 40 million books worldwide and created the popular Will Trent series. One of her books is to be turned into a Netflix series, if you weren’t sold already.
Tickets are $70 and include a multi-course lunch, dessert, beverages, a signed hardcover copy of the novel, reserved seating and an intimate talk and, as mentioned before, a Q&A with Ms. Slaughter. Guests will also have an opportunity to personalize their books and briefly meet the author. The event will be held at 21 Main, located at 719 North Beach Blvd. Tickets may be purchased using this link: https://www.litchfieldbooks.com/events/karin-slaughter-the-secrets-we-hide.
By James DeLo
Those visiting Wilmington are invited to attend a most spectacular presentation of traditional architecture at the Bellamy Mansion Museum. Recently named a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award Winner, the grounds feature a rare preserved urban slave quarters.
The mansion does not feature merely one architectural style, but shares elements of many, including Greek Revival, Neoclassical and Italianate styles. Originally built in 1861 as Dr. John D. Bellamy’s private residence, the home was soon occupied by federal troops during the American Civil War and survived a disastrous fire in 1972. In the meantime, the property housed two generations of Bellamy family members, and now, following extensive restoration and preservation, it has become a museum for the public. Throughout your visit to the Bellamy Mansion, guests may start with an introductory video available from your smartphone and then take a self-guided tour at your own pace.
Moreover, between February and November, the second main level of the mansion transforms into a gallery space where local artists display original works for 6-8-week exhibitions, which may be viewed, free of charge, any time the museum is open. The Bellamy Mansion Museum operates daily, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and is located at 503 Market St in Wilmington.
By Hudson Zadig
Bring your friends and explore the art of Charleston native Wesley Shavers and his deeply personal art. His works are inspired by street art, graffiti and urban culture, that he discovered while growing up in Charleston. His art constantly asks questions of identity, uncertainty and self-discovery in places that label us as one thing or another.
Moreover, Mr. Shavers aims to tackle those hard subjects through bold colors, layered textures, spray paint, acrylic and graphic line work. His art pieces mayfeel chaotic at times, but that is because people are chaotic and full of fluctuating ideas and beliefs that often change. Each one of Shaver’s works is a look into his soul and his ongoing path to self-discovery, and, meanwhile, serving as an invitation into looking into our own soul.
This event is on August 7 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 116 W. College Ave. in Florence. To see more information, visit https://visitflo.com/events/e/wes-made-this-where-am-i-6a27075e0716514136705be0/.
People Am- עם.
By Susan Weintrob
Jews are a people, עם, Am. A people is defined by a broad set of characteristics — those who belong have some but not necessarily all the features. For Jews, these shared characteristics are many and diverse: religious practices; the Hebrew language; Israel — an ancestral country; a culture, heritage and tradition; ethnicity; laws; history; liturgy; customs; literature; familial ties, including ancestry and genetics; a covenant and destiny; a shared calendar; memory and Middle Eastern ancestry.
There are many Jewish languages: Hebrew is the most important and ancient and shared by the entire people. The others, many written phonetically in Hebrew letters, are Yiddish, Ladino, Aramaic, Judeo-Arabic, Judeo-Persian, Judeo-Georgian (Gruzinic) and Bukharian, Judeo-Tajik, Judeo-Greek, Judeo-Provençal, Judeo-Slavic, Judeo-Portuguese, Judeo-Italian, Judeo-Greek (Romaniote and Sephardic variants), Judeo-Tat (Juhuri), Judeo-Berber, Judeo-Malayalam. They were spoken by Jews in certain geographic areas.
Some have said that the idea of Jewish peoplehood is a modern invention. This is not accurate, as long as 3,000 years ago in the Hebrew Bible, Jews are called a people, Am or Am Yisrael, the people of Israel, עם ישראל. For example, in Exodus 3:7, God remembers the suffering of the “my people” in Egypt. The phrase is used frequently through the Hebrew Bible.
Because Jews are so ancient, the definition of people predates the concept of race and religion. Jews are a joinable people through conversion, something that has happened since ancient time, as exemplified in the story of Ruth. Jews belong to the land of Israel — Israel’s history is Jewish history. Jews did not redefine themselves as a religion after their forced exile, 2000 years ago, but continued to share civilization, memory, culture and origins from Israel.
Jews are connected genetically, reinforcing the definition of peoplehood. It is noteworthy that 23andMe does not have a genetic heritage designation for Christians, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists or Sikhs. But there is one for Jews. Jews have a sense of belonging across religious, geographic, cultural, and political differences. That sense of belonging to a
people with a land is called Zionism. Most Jews are Zionists. The bottom line is that Jews defy any simple, single categorization. Jews are a complex combination resulting from a unique history as an ancient people long dispersed, until the establishment of the modern state of Israel.
Susan Weintrob, a retired academic, is a free-lance writer and food blogger living in South Carolina. Follow her blog at www.expandthetable.net.
By Prioleau Alexander
Each year, Americans head to the polls to provide direction to their city, state and the nation. Although many Democrat voters are dead, and others do not speak the language of the nation where they live, the average voter doesn’t live in a void. They get news and opinions from somewhere.
Where? Where do they chisel down to the crystalline truth, ponder issues deeply, and make a decision based on facts, logic, a candidate’s platform vs candidate’s voting record, and who will best represent them on socio-economic issues, global trade policies and foreign affairs?
Grocery store tabloids, of course. To better understand the keen insights offered by the think tanks within this vital Fourth Estate, I decided to dig deep into the online editions of these treasure troves of literary prose. What kind of news do they cover? Is there political stuff? Why would someone read these rags?
People Magazine.
Kim Kardashian has announced she’s started to drink again, after years of abstinence. Takeaway: Her vapid comments on affairs more important than purse selections have driven 50 million Americans to drink; she’s now curious about this magic elixir that makes coping with her existence possible.
Dozens of celebrities I’ve never heard of showed off their tanned beach bodies. Takeaway: H uman growth hormone, steroids and peptides are huge money-makers in Hollywood.
Megan Fox, an attractive celebrity married to a 6’6” mass of tattooed skin called Machine Gun Kelly, is seeking a “new girlfriend” to add into their mix. Takeaway: Machine Gun Kelly must be more BB Gun than Machine Gun.
Drew Barrymore has finally discovered a healthy relationship with her mom. Takeaway: When enough time passes, you too will forget your mom knowingly stood by while you began drinking Champagne in public at age eight, and snorting coke at 14. Takeaway II: It’s possible for someone to make Hunter Biden’s parenting look pretty good.
Anderson Cooper, who’s spent the past several years half-in-the-bag on CNN’s New Year Countdown, did not drink last year. Takeaway: The ratings indicate he should have.
Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in the 1970’s. Takeaway: “I don’t remember” will soon be used as a legal defense that’s actually true.
Emma Roberts wore a bright pink gym suit and Chuck Taylor sneakers. Takeway: I need to stop reading People Magazine.
A newly blonde Marie Osmond and her husband went to Disney World, where she wore a black long sleeve shirt and black Mickey Mouse-printed pants. Takeaway: Marie Osmond is still alive. Insider Tip: If you expect to see Marie at an event, go early; she leaves promptly to make reservations anywhere big desserts are served.
Miley Cyrus announced she’s dropping a new single with the message: New Year, New Miley. Takeaway: Since the only thing “new” Miley could do is star in porn, expect the servers in congressional offices to melt down due searches for “Miley Cyrus.”
US Magazine:
In a sublimely brilliant photo essay, we’re told “Celebrities are just like us.” They wrap presents! They take out the trash! They get flu shots! They go on pizza runs! They wear comfy commuter shoes. Takeaway: If you are a C- actor but have the dough, US Magazine will print a picture provided by your publicist.
Meghan Markle is sporting a fashionable new take on the friendship bracelet. Takeaway: Meghan’s publicist wants us to believe she has friends.
Untold numbers of female celebrities are sporting baby bumps. Takeaway: There exist among us people so devoid of refinement that they refer to “being pregnant” (formerly, “with child”) as “sporting a baby bump.”
Andy Cohen and Kathy Griffin are still feuding after several years. Takeway: There are people named Andy Cohen and Kathy Griffin in America.
Barbara Walters is missed by her colleagues. Takeaway: Barbara Walters was recently alive.
The Bachelor season 24 alum Victoria Fuller may have gotten engaged to Johnny DePhillipo. Takeaway: The fact that America’s kept The Bachelor alive for 24 seasons is proof positive the restrictive voting rights initially developed by the Found Fathers should be re-instated.
Ok! Magazine
George W. Bush’s daughter Jenna has revealed she doesn’t wear underwear. Takeaway: Barbara and George H.W. Bush are not around to push standards.
Meghan Markle is “under fire” for demasculinizing Prince Harry in public, with a palace insider saying, “He’s lost a lot of respect.” Takeaway: In the King’s English, apparently “a lot” translates here in the colonies to “every shred of.”
An elderly singer named Madonna visited Malawi, one of the poorest countries in Africa, and the birthplace of four of her kidnapped adopted children. Toting a Gucci bag and sporting a Gucci hat, she had photos made with the impoverished locals, which clearly showed her latest plastic surgeon was told by Madonna, “I want the look in Edward Munch’s The Scream.” Takeaway: We should all look at ourselves and our careers in the mirror … and when the time comes, be A.E. Housman’s young athlete, not the ghoul formerly known as Madonna.
There are, of course, lots of other places beyond the tabloids to explore gossip, lies, and outright lunacy — the New York Times, for instance.
Unfortunately, their online material is posted behind a paywall, so I couldn’t review it. I’d buy a copy, but it’s not fair to the trees. If a tree is going to give its life to be paper, it shouldn’t be subjected to its corpse being used as NYT paper. It could be something useful … perhaps like toilet paper.
By Hudson Zadig
Come to the Leaf Lounge and enjoy live music from the 843 Symphony. Right in the center of downtown Florence, you will experience the culture and sound of the islands. Guests will get a front row seat to the action with no distance between that would take you away from the music. During the live music, you can grab some food and drinks at the Leaf Lounge. You can also get a chance at the reggae action because they will be offering an open mic experience for guests. Along with the music, there are games and prizes that you can win during the event.
This event is on August 8 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at 154 South Dargan in Florence. To see more information, visit https://visitflo.com/events/e/flo-nights-live-6a364fd24ddec83d66aff771/.
Ingram, Martha. —Nashville. Martha Rivers Ingram, age 90, died Thursday, August 6. Mrs. Ingram was a generous benefactor to the arts and education in her adopted hometown of Nashville and in her true birthplace of Charleston. She and her siblings made Charleston’s Gaillard Center a reality and did so with vision and devotion to high standards of architecture and acoustics. She was also very generous to her alma mater Ashley Hall. We will advise further when we learn of funeral arrangements.
By Capers Tabrizian
Nature lovers may experience one of South Carolina’s largest protected coastal habitats with a visit to the Santee Coastal Reserve. The reserve features scenic driving routes, observation areas and opportunities to view migratory birds, alligators and other native wildlife while exploring thousands of acres of preserved marshes, forests and freshwater wetlands. The property has become a favorite destination for birdwatchers, photographers and outdoor enthusiasts visiting the Lowcountry.
The Santee Coastal Reserve is open daily at 220 Santee Gun Club Rd. in McClellanville, with its hours being from sunrise to sunset. Admission is free. For more information, click here.
By Hudson Zadig
Bring your friends and family to the Culinary Commons for a day of delicious food, live music and classic cars. There will be three separate categories for awards during the car show: Best in Show, Kids Choice, Youth Award and Hope Award. You may bring your own car to enter the show or just show up to the event and simply enjoy.
While you are taking a look at the cars, you may grab a bite to eat at one of the many delicious food trucks at the Culinary Common. In addition to the food, live music by local musicians will be rocking out during the car show. This is a family friendly event, with facepainting for the children. All proceeds from the show go to the MUSC Holling Cancer Center.
This event is on August 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 225 Kelley Street in Lake City. Vehicle registration is $15 per vehicle. To see more information, visit https://visitflo.com/events/e/horsepower-for-hope-car-show-6a3164dfac75b0744db507df/.
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