Updates from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch News

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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.
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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.
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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

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