TIDECASTING: Audio Interview with Civil Rights Veteran John Reynolds

August 2015 was the 50th Anniversary of the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965, widely regarded as the most important piece of legislation since the Civil War. Seabrook resident John Reynolds worked at the highest levels of the civil rights movement in the 1960s as a trusted colleague of Dr. Martin Luther King, Ralph David Abernathy, and other top leaders of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference.

In this two-part Tidecast audio interview, Mr. Reynolds recounts his experiences and talks about how the Voting Rights Act changed the political landscape in the American South. He is joined by his wife Gloria for part of the session.

John is the author of the book, The Fight for Freedom: A Memoir of My Years in the Civil Rights Movement (AuthorHouse, 2012), available at Indigo Books in Freshfields Village and from online sources.

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Don Smith’s Plant Files: Trumpet Vine

Many gardeners struggle with the idea of planting vines, envisioning uncontrolled jungle-like growth covering their home, shrubs, trees and other structures. However, if planted in the right place and routinely maintained, several native flowering vines can make valuable contributions to the color, texture and structure of the garden. This is particularly true of Trumpet Vine (campsis radicans).

Trumpet Vine Bloom (click to enlarge)
Trumpet Vine Bloom (click to enlarge)

Trumpet Vine, also known as Trumpet Creeper, is a deciduous, woody vine native to South Carolina and the rest of the southeast. It flowers on new growth with three inch, trumpet-like, bright orange to red blooms from summer into the fall. Pure yellow (‘Flava’), apricot (‘Apricot’) and pure red (‘Crimson’) cultivars are also available at many nurseries. The blooms develop into attractive bean-like seed pods, but the yellow-green leaves in the fall are not distinctive. Continue reading “Don Smith’s Plant Files: Trumpet Vine”

Sea Island Habitat Receives Wells Fargo Grant

Sea Island Habitat LogoSea Island Habitat for Humanity has announced receipt of a $68,000 grant from Wells Fargo Bank to sponsor construction of a new 1100 sq. ft. home in the Brownswood Place neighborhood on Johns Island. The recipient, a single mother of three, will have a 30-year interest free mortgage in exchange for providing 300 to 500 sweat equity hours, among other commitments. Sea Island Habitat is the third oldest Habitat in the country.

More details are included in the press release here: News Release_Sea Island HFH Grant

—Submitted by Julia Hammer

 

Kiawah Arts Council – Lowcountry Voices – September 27th

lowcountryvoicesflyerLOWCOUNTRY VOICES
Gospel Meets Jazz Meets Gospel 2
Sunday, September 27, 2015 – 4:00pm Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Ticket Release to the Public 9/11
Click here to print online tickets beginning 9/11

Lowcountry Voices in collaboration with the Charlton Singleton Jazz Ensemble in Gospel Meets Jazz Meets Gospel Take two, a concert that explores these two musical genres, their differences and their surprising similarities. Lowcountry Voices, directed by Nathan L. Nelson, is a diverse North Charleston-based choral arts organization that focuses primarily on African-American music with special relevance to the Lowcountry. Trumpeter Charlton Singleton is well-known in his native South Carolina and around the world as an acclaimed jazz musician, composer, and conductor.

When Nelson and Singleton, both leaders in their own genres, join forces in a concert, the result is not only ground-breaking but a memorable good time!

(Photo credit:  Kiawah Arts Council website)

-Submitted by Tidelines Editor

Next Steps Johns Island Open House

next steps-2Next Steps Johns Island is holding an open house on Wednesday, September 16 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Lake House. It is the perfect opportunity to get together with other Seabrook volunteers, find out how Next Steps works, and get answers to any questions you may have.  There is a need for a variety of skill sets to help in many different aspects of the program.
If you can’t attend, but are still interested in learning about Next Steps or would like more information, please contact Nina Milton nina.milton5@gmail.com. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to use your time and talent to help others help themselves.

—Submitted by Denise Doyon

More on September 10 Charleston Council Committee Meeting

At the 10 September meeting of the Charleston County Finance Committee, the Committee will take up an aspect of funding relating to the proposed “flyover” for the intersection of Main Road and Route 17. The Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for 5:00 pm at Charleston County Public Services Building (4045 Bridge View Drive, North Charleston). The meeting is open to the public.

The agenda and backgrounder on the flyover can be viewed here: CCfncnccmt091015

—Submitted by John Gregg

 

 

Roadway Flooding Rekindles Transportation Debate

Recent flooding at the intersection of Main Road and Highway 17–and the resulting gridlock on two-lane Maybank Highway–gave Seabrookers a taste of what it’s like to have only one functioning way on and off Johns Island. It also served to rekindle debate over future transportation improvements.

Upcoming meetings of the Charleston County Council and its committees are likely to provide forums for lively discussion now that the issue has been brought front-and-center again, causing county officials and lobbying groups to once more advance their positions on controversial projects and alternative designs.

For those interested in attending, here are the dates for the upcoming meetings:

Charleston County Council Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 10th
5:00pm
Lonnie Hamilton, III Public Services Building
2nd Floor, 4045 Bridge View Drive
North Charleston, South Carolina 29405

Charleston County Council Meeting
Tuesday, September 15th
6:30pm
Lonnie Hamilton, III Public Services Building
2nd Floor, 4045 Bridge View Drive
North Charleston, South Carolina 29405

—Tidelines Editor

 

 

Arriba Abides

The proprietors of Arriba Mexican Restaurante at Bohicket Marina have hastened to inform us that the removal of their large sign at the Marina entrance is not an indication the dining venue has closed. The sign was meant to publicize the restaurant’s launch period, which is over now that its presence is established and well-known.

New autumn menu items have been added, and a Happy Hour will run on Tuesdays through Sundays from 4 – 6 pm.

—Tidelines Staff

Kiawah Arts Council – Piano Bar Series – September 16, 23 and 30th

piano-bar-flyer1Piano Bar Series

Wed. Sept. 16 – 5:00-7:00pm

Wed. Sept. 23 – 5:00-7:00pm

Wed. Sept. 30 – 5:00-7:00pm

Sandcastle /No Tickets Required

Back by popular demand… Piano Bar Series at the Sandcastle. Not meant to be concerts, these 2 additional Wednesdays are to enjoy with friends who plan to come, or for the chance meeting and the opportunity to meet neighbors outside your comfort circle for some Island socializing. Relax outside on the patio with the beverage of your choice or inside closer to the music. The Sandcastle will be the happening place at 5 p.m. Island time. Bring the beverage of choice and any snack to “tide” you over.

(Photo credit:  Kiawah Arts Council website)

-Submitted by Tidelines Editor