In today’s world, we have become reliant on communicating without physical interaction. The internet is a critical tool for staying close to the people and things that matter to you. February is Random Acts of Kindness Month, and this is a practice we can all get in the habit of everymonth. Here are some ideas for virtual random acts of kindness:
For several years, Friends of Hunting Island members have been working on a way to “pay our privilege forward,” by bringing more underserved children to the state park. Covid-19 delayed the launch of the project, but now, with support from the Coastal Communities Foundation, Friends of Hunting Island will begin by bringing families to Hunting Island State Park through The People’s Park Project.
Rich in American history, Fort Frederick Heritage Preserve now open to the public
By Mindy Lucas
At the end of a narrow road running through an unassuming residential section on the eastern side of Port Royal Island, sits an equally unassuming but picture-perfect little park overlooking the Beaufort River.
Here Spanish moss, hanging from the branches of hardwoods and massive live oaks, stirs gently in the breeze as salt marshes give way to a grand sweeping view of the river.
Our local inshore fly fishing opportunities are pretty much restricted to redfish during the coldest part of the year. Most of the other species have either headed south or, like many of the spotted seatrout, have gone into deeper water where the temperature may be low, but it’s more stable. Some fish just don’t seem to like very much fluctuation in their environment.
The Beaufort Pickleball Club (BPC) is pleased to announce its formation as a volunteer-run, public benefit, non-profit corporation registered with the State of South Carolina on December 29, 2020. According to club by-laws, their mission is to encourage, organize and facilitate the development and growth of Pickleball to enhance the health and welfare of the general public North of the Broad River in Beaufort County, South Carolina.
FWDG announced that its 30th annual winter coat drive closed on December 31st, 2020, with a collection amount of 997; this brings the running total of collected warm winter garments in 30 years to more than 45,700. The event collects winter coats for children and adults throughout Beaufort County, SC. The coats, sweaters, blankets, hats, and other warm apparel items will be distributed to neighbors in need through two local partner non-profit organizations: Help of Beaufort and The Deep Well Project of Hilton Head Island.
FWDG organizes all aspects of this event: promotion, collection, temporary storage, and transportation of the new coats. FWDG staff across the company rally to raise awareness of the project.
“This year was beyond surprising in the number of really nice coats we received,” said Larry Mark, Founder and President of FWDG. “You would think with all going on in people’s lives, that donations might have suffered. In fact, we received more this year than in the past several years.”
Larry mark continued: “We could never have guessed 30 years ago when my wife, Robyn, suggested the coat drive that one small idea could make such a difference. We are so grateful to the wonderful people of Beaufort County for the outpouring of love…and coats!”
About Help of Beaufort: Help of Beaufort provides mobile meals, clothing, and financial assistance. The organization is located at 1810 Ribault Road, Beaufort, SC 29935. www.HelpofBeaufort.org. 843-524-1223
About The Deep Well Project in Hilton Head: Deep Well is a volunteer organization that provides basic assistance in emergency situations. Deep Well receives no government-funding and over 90% of each donation goes directly to program services. The organization is located at 80 Capital Drive, Hilton Head, SC 29926. www.DeepWellProject.org. 843-785-2849
About FWDG: Founded in 1972 by Larry Mark and his father Ernest, FWDG sells fine quality furniture, area rugs and mattresses throughout Beaufort County and beyond. The company remains family-owned and operated. www.FWDGonline.com. FWDG is located at: 745 Robert Smalls Pkwy., Beaufort, SC 29906 843-524-8695