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Living on the Right Side of the River Written by Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer    Wednesday, 18 July 2012 08:50 Roger Pinckney, Reefer Moon, and Life on Daufuskie Island Several years ago in 2005, I had the pleasure of meeting Roger Pinckney XI. The Beaufort Book Store hosted the two of us for a book signing. I was signing copies of my book, Port Royal ; and Roger was embossing his signature on his debut collection of essays, The Right Side of the River. I was intrigued from the moment I met Roger. He was truthful, funny and real. And his love for Daufuskie Island was contagious. I remember he came to the signing with a flannel shirt and duck boots on, muddy from his travels that morning. I’d gotten in my car fifteen minutes prior, all dolled up with my hair curled, sporting my professional blazer. But Roger? He’d been in the boat and car for at least two hours before his ...

This update was provided by Daufuskie Realty Melrose on the Beach Daufuskie Island Update    Here is an update on the latest news on Daufuskie Island and the Melrose on the Beach Club. The Melrose on the Beach Club is still moving forward with their original plan. They are working on getting the restaurant portion of the beach club up and running and then will move onto the Pro-shop and Jack’s Restaurant. Sometime next year they will begin on the Melrose Inn. The Beach Club pool is open and has the grill up and running doing burgers and hot-dogs poolside. The beach club has remained busy all through July and we do not perceive it slowing down anytime soon. The pool hours are as follows: Melrose on the Beach Pool hours of Operation Saturday, June 30, 2012 12am-7pm Sunday July 1 st – Tuesday, July 3 rd , 2012 10am-7pm Wednesday, July 4 th -Sunday, July 8 2012 10am-9pm (After July 8 th Pool will remain open. Hours may change...

Bring the kids to learn more about safety and how the fire station works.  The Daufuskie Island Fire District is hosting a Kids Day at the Fire Station on Tuesday, July 31 from 12 Noon until 1:30 PM. Everyone is welcome. Not just kids but parents and grandparents, too! Here's a chance to try on firefighting bunker gear. Handle the tools. Feel the weight of the hose and the rushing water. And run the sirens and whirling lights!  See the firefighters display the features of the different emergency vehicles. And the EMS crew show just what's inside the ambulances and the medical equipment they carry. To top it off, join us for "Firehouse Fidos", our complimentary hot dog lunch with all the extras. Please call Ginny Teerlink at 683-7188 to let us know that you'll be there.

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: The Daufuskie Island Council All Daufuskie Island residents and property owners are encouraged to attend a special town hall meeting at 5:30 on Tuesday, July 24th. The meeting will be held at the Island House at Melrose on the Beach. The topic will be the Daufuskie Island Ferry System and proposed ferry tax district initiative. After a presentation by the Council Ferry Committee a question & answer session and discussion will follow. *********************** The Daufuskie Island Conservancy The Daufuskie Island Conservancy presents “Human Health and the Environment” with Sally Krebs, Sustainable Practices Coordinator, Town of Hilton Head Monday, July 23rd, Mary Field School at Noon More and more evidence is amassing from scientific studies that link disease and premature death not only to genetics, but to an individual’s exposure to environmental stressors. Water and air pollution can be key “stressors”.  Join S...

Want great art to remind you of your perfect Daufuskie Island getaway? Check out http://www.daufuskieisland.info/daufuskie-collection.html or www.ironfishart.com.  Ironfishart now has two great locations. One on the island so you are able to pick out a piece on your vacation and the other location in beautiful downtown Beaufort, S.C. As many of you know the island is full of artist, writers, sculptors, actors and many other artist. Art just seems to be a part of the culture of Daufuskie Island. You can also buy your Spartina bags direct at http://www.spartina449.com/ inspired by the spartina grasses and beauty of Daufuskie Island. The Daufuskie Farmers market is held most Saturdays from 11am to 1pm at the county dock at the end of Haig Point Rd. Here you will find not only fruit and produce but many local artists selling their wares from glass jewelry to paintings. Sign up for the Daufuskie Front Porch News to keep up with the exact dates and times of the market.

Join Bloody Point for a 4th of July celebration! Grill Out, Cart Parade, Cornhole Tournament, Kids' Activities and more! Visit www.bloody-point.com for more information.

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: Bloody Point Golf Club is progressing quickly. The Eagle's Nest Restaurant is now open on Tuesdays for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is also now accepting reservations for parties of any size. Furthermore, we have launched our General Store, which is located to the left of the main red doors of the Clubhouse. Hours for our soft opening will be 10am-5pm on Thursday, June 7th. ****************************************** Need daybed (somewhat smaller mattress than a regular twin) for a sitting room at 7 Prestwick Green. Please contact me at Margaret@bedfordresearch.org or call 912 598 4725. ****************************************** Daufuskie Farmers’ Market Saturday, June 9th 11am until 1pm County Dock (end of Haig Point Road) Come and enjoy… Pimento Cheese, Sticky Buns, Quiche Lorraine, Tomato Pies, Marinara Sauce, Salsas, Goat Cheese, Variety of Dry Rubs, Boiled Peanuts, Fresh Vegetables and Herbs,...