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I found this piece and loved it. So I am sharing it since first and foremost we are a marketing company.
A Fourth of July salute to the marketing savvy of the Founding Fathers
Would we be toasting to freedom and fireworks on July 4 if the heroes of early American history had fallen victim to poor marketing strategy?
If our nation’s struggle for independence had taken place in today’s complex media environment, even the
Founding Fathers could’ve used an advertising agency and communications firm to help get their message
heard and avoid marketing mishaps.
So, don your red, white and blue. Fire up the grill. And celebrate that these #MarketingFails of today and
yesteryear didn’t send the fledgling U-S-of-A up in flames:
1. Botched communication of “one if by land, two if by sea”
Establish strong brand guidelines to ensure critical messages are communicated consistently and correctly.
The American Revolutionary War would’ve started with the Patriots caught off guard if Paul Revere had
given the wrong signal to forewarn about British troop movements. But he was well versed in how to communicate the covert message and correctly hung two lanterns in Boston’s Old North Church to alert his
cohorts that the Brits were rowing across the Charles River to attack Patriot arms and leadership. Contrary to
popular belief, the American Revolution did not begin on July 4, 1776. An unknown American soldier fired
the “shot heard round the world” more than a year earlier, on April 19, 1775. #WatchingWashington hashtag
goes viral among British military intelligence
2. Selfies share military strategy with the enemy
Social media planning is critical to being timely and avoiding leaks of strategic information that could
benefit the competition or blow your carefully constructed release of news. Social media oversharing
could’ve changed the outcome of the Revolutionary War. What if George Washington delayed his advance
and leaked strategy by posting selfies with legions of French and American soldiers en route to their decisive
victory at Yorktown? Did you know that America may not have come to be if not for French forces? The
turning point of the Revolutionary War is considered to be when France openly joined the fight against
Britain in 1777 after American victories at Saratoga.
3. The Founding Fathers couldn’t agree on a date
Don’t overlook strategic internal communications to get stakeholders up to speed before key messaging
rolls out. OK, so celebrating on another date wouldn’t have precluded the existence of our country, but
things would be a little different if America’s birthday bash was on July 2 (when independence was declared)
or August 2 (when the Declaration of Independence was signed). Congress declared independence and
Thomas Jefferson submitted the first draft of the Declaration on July 2, 1776.
Founding Father John Adams was ready to party, writing that, “The second day of July ... will be celebrated by succeeding generations ... with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and
illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward, forevermore.” Hopefully he
got the memo with the official celebration date in time to reschedule his first annual July Second cookout.
So what actually did happen on the Fourth of July? July 4th is when Congress approved the revised
Declaration after two days of debate and editing, and sent it out for rush printing on widely circulated broadside copies, also dated July 4, 1776.
Getting final approval on a revolutionary brand standards guide is definitely cause for celebration, I just
didn’t realize that’s what we were doing on July 4th, until now.
4. Lackluster event planning backfires on a young holiday
Make your events memorable with creativity and more successful with careful planning. Call me a turncoat, but I seriously doubt if July 4th would be the event of the season if singing “The Star-Spangled Banner”
were the main event.
But leave it to Washington to start things off with a bang. He was among the first to celebrate July 4th in
1778, and #NailedIt with an artillery salute and double rum ration for his troops. Unfortunately, they were
still fighting the Revolutionary War.
The Fourth of July brand has been unapologetically flashy and festive since celebrations went mainstream
in the 1800s. It’s nearly 250 years of American enthusiasm packed into a powder keg of food, family and fun
in the sun - and it is a blast. Too bad July 4th didn’t become an official holiday until 1870.
5. Keeping up with the Committee of Five
Even in Colonial times, you can’t underestimate the power of strong media relations to help push positive
coverage and deflect damaging situations.
We may be singing “God Save the Queen” at local cricket matches if the five Congressmen appointed to
draft the Declaration of Independence were suckered into a doing a reality show while founding our democracy. Most thought Adams would write the Declaration, but he deferred to a young Jefferson - to the dismay
of his fellow Congressmen and Jefferson himself. Adams and Benjamin Franklin then sharpened their copy
editing chops on the document before it was presented to Congress.
Fiercely independent branding!
Written by: In Branding, Marketing strategy by Elizabeth Engle
May the lessons of our Founding Fathers continue to inspire your marketing decisions.
Happy 4th of July!
Terri Petry
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The South Carolina Water media
Society is the only statewide visual
arts organization in South Carolina.
It nurtures and promotes artists
who work in water-media (i.e.
watercolor, acrylic, mixed media in
conjunction with water-media) by
providing opportunities, professional development and educational
programs. The public is provided
with many quality art experiences
including exhibitions and art education in the form of lectures, demonstrations, and workshops. For more
than 25 years cities across the state
have hosted the Annual Traveling
Exhibition; more than 20,000 visitors
viewed last years exhibition.
The Society’s opening reception
and event will take place at: Myrtle
Beach Art Museum, 3100 South
Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach, S.C. will
be the hosting the event with it’s
opening ceremony opening on
October 8th through
November 27th.
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South Strand Recreation Center Phone: 843-915-5333 Fax: 843-915-6333
North Strand Park 843-915-5331 Fax: 843-915-6331
Carolina Forest 843-915-5332 Fax: 843-915-6332
James R. Frazier Community Center 843-397-1172 Fax: 843-397-1173
C.B. Berry Community and Historical Center 843-249-4157
Contact Person: Bonnie Fitz (843) 915-5330 or http://parksandrec.horrycounty.org
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Whether your child is in preschool or high school, at some point
in their academic year, they are
guaranteed to bring home more
than a few pieces of artwork. It
could be a finger painting, a self-
portrait, or a three-dimensional clay
figure—whatever it is, it’s going to
need a home—in your home.
Don’t find yourself knee-deep in
leaf rubbings by Thanksgiving!
Here are some helpful hints for
organizing and managing the
onslaught of children’s artwork that
comes home during the school
year...
Sort and Purge
Keeping every drawing, painting,
and papier-mache creation will turn
your house into a messy art studio
instead of a home. Sorting and
purging will prevent this from happening.
When Junior walks in the door
everyday with five drawings that
look like ‘scribbles’ or if your teen is
studying fashion design and her
1001 sketches are strewn across the
sectional, it’s time to sit your child
down for a talk. It’s important to
involve your child in the sorting
and purging process. After all, it is
their artwork.
Every child is different. Some
may not care about their ‘works of
art’ while others may treasure every
piece they make. Tell your child that
you would like to create a safe
home for their artwork but not all
For information on membership, birthday parties, special events, field studies, or CMSC-TO-GO,
visit cmsckids.org or call 843.946.9469
JOIN US ON AN
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There is Always something new to discover!
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pieces can stay. Gather the artwork in question and ask your child which
pieces they like the best—those will be displayed or stored. Involving kids in
the sorting and purging artwork will help them to enhance their decision
making skills as well as develop their ‘inner art critic.’
Show it Off
Once the pieces have been chosen, create a gallery space in your home—it
can be in the child’s room or a more public space such as the kitchen, hallway, or family room. Some ways of displaying artwork are:
• Install two teacup hooks on either side of a wall and tie some yarn from
one hook to another. Add clothespins to hold up flat pieces of art.
• Pottery Barn (www.potterybarn.com) has a product called ‘Wire Wall
Décor.’ It is a 10’ strand of cable that comes with clips.
• Teachers swear by ‘FunTak.’ Either blue or green in color, it is a sticky substance that will adhere to both the artwork and the wall without leaving a
mark when it’s time to take it down.
When in doubt, there’s always the fridge...
Store It
Your child will probably create a few works of art each year that you
deem worthy of keeping for posterity. But where will you keep them so they
don’t get ruined? A few options:
• For those who wish to keep flat pieces of artwork, check your local art
supply store for plastic or cardboard portfolios. These will protect flat paintings, drawings, etc. from getting ripped and bent out of shape.
• If you wish to preserve some art pieces to pass down to your grandchildren, choose acid-free storage envelopes or boxes to prevent yellowing or
deterioration.
• To save money, consider taping two large pieces of cardboard at one end
to make your own ‘portfolio.’ If you have the space, keep portfolios lying flat
under a bed to prevent them from being damaged.
• For three-dimensional pieces, designate a shelf or use a bookshelf in
your child’s room as a display case.
Photograph It
There may come a time when artwork comes into the house that is bigger
than your designated storage space or it begins to pile up quicker than you
can process it. Photography to the rescue!
• Buy a photo album and create an ‘art album’ for each child—involve the
child or teen in the search for the ‘ultimate’ photo album.
• When photographing the piece of art, take one picture of just the art and
(if they’d like) one picture with your child standing next to or holding the
piece.
• When the photos are printed, make a ‘family time’ project out of placing
the photos in the albums. Jot down facts about each piece—the information
will be valuable years later when you look back and try to remember the
details.
• If you lack storage space for photo albums, take pictures of your children’s artwork with a digital camera. Most cameras come with the software
needed to set up ‘albums’ on the computer that won’t take up space on your
shelves.
Uses for children’s artwork
• Laminate small pieces and turn into placemats
• Select twelve pictures and make a calendar as a gift
• Use as gift wrap
• Send to relatives
Take the time to organize and recognize the artistic accomplishments of
your budding Picasso. Displaying, preserving and photographing their artwork will honor your children’s artistic spirit and transform your home.
Stacey Agin Murray, professional organizer and owner of Organized
Artistry, LLC. Check out our blog at http://organizedartistry.blogspot.com
and visit http://www.organizedartistry.com for your FREE e-list of ‘Top Ten
Tips for Organized Living.’
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Save this Date
City of Loris Health and Wellness
Fair Celebrating Families
July 22nd, 2016 - 10:30-3:00
3909 Walnut Street, Loris Public Safety Building.
Giveaways, free screenings, music, fun!
Check online for details
www.cityofloris.com
Horse Therapy for
Grieving Children
Presented by
Heartland Hospice & the Fidelis Foundation
WHO:
Children, age 6-17, grieving the loss of
a loved one.
WHAT: Horse Therapy – Riding and interaction
with horses is proven to be very beneficial
in helping children experiencing loss heal.
WHEN: Sunday, July 17, 2016
TIME:
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
WHERE: Double C Ranch Myrtle Beach
Contact: Registration and reservation required.
Children must wear tennis shoes or boots and long
pants/jeans.
Please Call Kirby Winstead, Heartland Hospice
Bereavement Coordinator, 843.444.0813, to register or
for more information.
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Bug Bites — How To Protect Your
Family This Summer
submitted by Little River Medical Center
While most bug bites amount to little more than
an itchy nuisance, some do carry viruses and infections. There has been increased concern over the
Zika virus in recent months, but bugs can also carry
West Nile virus, Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain
spotted fever.
The best way to combat bites is to prevent them.
Repellant – What to know before you buy.
Choose a lotion or pump spray product. Do not
use aerosol sprays that increase the risk of inhaling
chemicals.
Repellents work on biting insects like mosquitos,
flies and ticks, but they do not repel stinging insects
like bees and hornets.
“Lotions that combine DEET and sunscreen might
sound like a good idea, but they aren’t”, says
Maristela Nabong-Nillas, MD, pediatrician with
Little River Medical Center. “If you are also using
sunscreen, apply it first, let it dry, and then apply
repellent. Do not use products that contain both sunscreen and repellent because sunscreen needs to be
reapplied every two hours and the insect repellant
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should not be reapplied.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
recommends using a product with one of the following active ingredients: DEET, Picaridin, PMD, or
IR3535 (Avon Skin So Soft) for skin and clothing.
How effective it is and how long the protection lasts
varies considerably among different products and
insects.
DEET offers the best and broadest protection
against biting insects. The American Academy of
Pediatrics recommends that repellents used on children contain no more than 30% DEET. High percentages of DEET increase only the length of protection, not the effectiveness. Picaridin is a nontoxic,
colorless, odorless synthetic ingredient found in
some bug repellents. While it is relatively new in the
United States, it has been used in Europe for more
than 10 years. It is similar to DEET and provides
long-lasting protection against bugs. “DEET and
Picaridin should never be used on children younger
than 2 months,” added Dr. Nabong-Nillas.
Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus (OLE or PMD) is a natu-
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ral oil that has proven to be effective for protection
against mosquitoes, but not ticks. It has been studied
in young children, and not recommended for use in
children younger than 3 years old. Many parents
express a desire for natural products such as citronella, peppermint oil and lemongrass. “While they
are considered safe, research is ongoing to determine
how well they work”, said Dr. Nabong-Nillas. “It is
best to stick with an active ingredient registered by
the EPA, such as DEET, Picaridin or PMD.”
Repellent – How to apply
Once you have chosen a bug repellent, it is important that you use it properly in order for it to be safe.
Always follow the recommendations appearing on
the product label. CDC recommends the following
when using insect repellents:
• Apply repellents only to exposed skin and/or
clothing (as directed on the product label). Do not
apply repellents under your clothing.
• Never use repellents over cuts, wounds or irritated skin.
• Do not apply to eyes or mouth, and apply spar-
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ingly around ears. When using repellent sprays, do not spray directly on your
face—spray on your hands first and then apply to your face.
• Do not allow children to handle or spray the product. When using on children,
apply to your own hands first and then put it on the child. Avoid applying repellent to children’s hands because children frequently put their hands in their eyes
and mouths.
• Use just enough repellent to cover exposed skin and/or clothing. Heavy application does not give you better or longer lasting protection.
• After returning indoors, wash treated skin with soap and water or bathe. This
is particularly important when repellents are used repeatedly in a day or on consecutive days.
• If you (or your child) get a rash or other reaction from a repellent, stop using
the repellent, wash the repellent off with mild soap and water, and call a local poison control center for further guidance. If you go to a doctor, it might be helpful to
take the repellent with you.
More smart ways to keep bugs away:
• Avoid being outside from dusk until dawn – these are peak mosquito hours
• Avoid wooded and brushy areas with tall grass
• Don’t go barefoot. Wear closed-toe shoes when walking in grassy areas.
• Wear long sleeves and long pants. Tuck pant legs into socks or boots.
• Always do a full body check for ticks after going inside.
About Little River Medical Center - LRMC has several providers specially trained in the
care of young children. Maristela Nabong-Nillas, MD and Orlando Valdez, MD are both
board certified in pediatrics and are located at LRMC - Carolina Forest at 4220 Carolina
Exchange Drive. Shauna Walters, MD is also a pediatrician and works at both LRMC South Strand located at 3236 Holmestown Road and LRMC - Loris located at 3817 Main
Street in Loris. Raymond Reiser, MD, board certified pediatrician and Karla Robinson,
MSN, PNP-BC specialize in pediatric care and practice at LRMC - Little River located at
4303 Live Oak Drive in Little River.
We accept Medicaid, Medicare and most insurances. Ask us about our sliding fee program. To learn more about Little River Medical Center, visit www.lrmcenter.com or call
843.663.8090. To schedule a medical or dental appointment, please dial 843.663.8000 and
press 1 for a scheduling representative
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but that you as a parent, will know your
child's future needs.
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The secret to reducing your monthly energy bills is following the latest
tips to cut down on your household’s everyday consumption, according to
the Department of Energy.
1. Use the latest lightbulbs. Lighting-related costs add up to about 10 percent of your electric bill. Reduce your lighting usage by up to 75 percent by
using the latest lighting technologies, including compact fluorescent lamps
(CFLs) or light-emitting diode (LED) lightbulbs.
2. Keep the wattage low. Make sure that your lightbulbs aren’t a higher
wattage than the listed wattage for sockets.
3. Hit the pool. Use 75 percent less wattage than incandescent pool lights
with white Pentair IntelliBrite LEDs, and save up to $1,500 a year by switching from a single-speed pump to an IntelliFlo variable-speed pump, part of
the Eco Select family (www.pentairpool.com/calculators).
4. Install ceiling fans. You’ll be able to raise the thermostat for your air conditioner about 4 degrees without compromising relief from the heat.
5. Find and plug all air leaks. Save 5 to 30 percent on energy costs by caulking or weather stripping gaps where air flows: window frames, doors, baseboards, electrical outlets, mounted air conditioners, attic doors, fireplace
dampers, pipes, wires, mail slots. If you can rattle or see daylight around a
door or window, it’s likely leaking air.
6. Turn the water heater down. The energy used to heat your water
accounts for up to 25 percent of your energy usage. Turn down the temperature on your water heater to 120 degrees.
7. Set up a programmable thermostat. Cooling and heating systems account
for about 56 percent of your energy use. Set your thermostat for the morning,
day, evening, overnight and vacation to control costs.
8. Replace your old cooling and heating equipment. Installing a high-efficiency air conditioner can help reduce related energy costs 20 to 50 percent.
And if your forced-air furnace is more than 15 years old, consider replacing
it.
9. Remember your filters. Change the filters on your forced-air furnace and
air-conditioning unit about every month or two and have professionals check
them annually.
10. Explore your insulation. Seal any gaps around attic openings for pipes,
ductwork and chimneys with expanding foam caulk or other permanent
sealant. And make sure there’s a vapor barrier such as a plastic sheet or specialized paint beneath insulation, including the attic door.
Homeowners cut energy costs up to 90 percent with Eco Select equipment
in their pools, the second-largest consumer of home energy after HVAC,
according to Pentair Aquatic Systems.(NAPS)
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Mandatory Mediation In
Family Court
TO YOUR HEALTH
With Dr. Daniel A. Falk
Chiropractic Physician
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By Regina B. Ward
Attorney and Counselor at Law
Law Firm of Regina B. Ward, LLC
Scoliosis
Scoliosis, a lateral or sideward curvature of the spine
affects an estimated 4 to 5 million Americans. This spinal
disorder, often confused as a disease, usually appears during the early teens. Approximately 10% of the adolescent
population has some form of scoliosis. It is more prominent in girls and is not limited to adolescents. Scoliosis
can also affect younger children as well as adults. The
higher the curvature is located the greater the chance of
deformity and cardiopulmonary dysfunction.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE SIGNS?
One of the most common signs of scoliosis is a prominent shoulder blade, often the right one. One shoulder may
appear to be higher and the child may tend to lean to one
side. The hips may be uneven and one may seem to be
higher than the other. One of the first sign of scoliosis is
often that clothes may not fit properly. The hems of skirts
or pants will appear to be uneven.
As most scoliosis is progressive, delaying the treatment of scoliosis can lead to serious and even life threatening diseases of the heart and lungs. After the condition
has progressed substantially the correction becomes more
difficult. More complex treatments, including surgery may
be the only alternative.
This is why regular spinal checkups of both you and
your children are a must. An untreated spinal curvature
may advance quickly, especially during periods of rapid
growth.
When the curvature is discovered in time, there are chiropractic methods that may reduce the curvature or prevent
its increase. In addition, chiropractic care can help with
some of the secondary symptoms of scoliosis itself (sciatic
and low back pain in particular). Even as adults, chiropractic care can provide pain relief to scoliosis sufferers.
HOW CAN I TELL IF MY CHILD HAS SCOLIOSIS?
Just as it is important that you have your children’s
teeth checked by your dentist, it is also important to have
their spines checked regularly for proper development.
Many potentially serious spinal disorders may be caught
early and possibly prevented. The following check list
may help you determine if your child suffers from scoliosis:
1. Look at your child from the back, does one shoulder
blade tend to protrude or appear to be higher than the
other? Y N
2. When look at your child from the back, do the hips look
uneven? Y N
3. Does your child’s back appear to be humped or rounded? Y N
4. Have your child bend over with arms dangling forward.
When you run your hand over their spine, does it curve
from side to side? Y N
5. When your child is dressed, do his/her clothes fit properly and are hems and waistbands of skirts or pants even?
Y N
If you answered Yes to any of the above questions your
child should be checked by a chiropractor who deals with
scoliosis. Minor problems caught early can prevent major
problems as an adult.
248-0104.501 - 9th Ave., Conway
www.falkfamilychiropractic.com
Falk Family Chiropractic & Wellness
1501 9th Ave., Conway, SC 29526
843-248-0104 www.falkfamilychiropractic.com
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In Horry County all contested
Family Court cases are required to
be mediated. Mediation is a process
used to help people to resolve their
case by agreement. It has been statistically proven that parties who
reach an agreement are more likely
to follow the terms of the agreement than an order issued by a
judge at trial. The mediator is not a
decision-maker but a neutral person
who helps guide the parties to a
mutual decision on contested
issues. Below are some frequently
asked questions regarding the mediation process:
What are the benefits of mediation? There are many benefits to
mediation. Mediation saves the parties thousands of dollars. Hiring an
attorney for a contested custody
case can cost upwards of $10,000
but may cost less than $2,000 to
have an agreement approved by the
court. Mediators charge anywhere
from $175 - $350 per hour and the
average mediation usually lasts 3-5
hours but complex cases can last
for a series of days. Because of the
backlog of cases in court, mediation
can usually be scheduled quicker
than a court hearing. This means a
faster resolution to the issues,
which in turn means a quicker end
to the stress of the situation. There
is a high rate of success at mediation and parties have the ability to
develop a customized agreement
that fits the lifestyle of their family.
I also think that mediation is a good
first step in learning how to work
together for the sake of your children despite your disagreements.
What are the disadvantages of
mediation? The mediator is not
permitted to offer legal advice to
the parties. The parties must obtain
legal advice separately. If discovery
has not been conducted or a party
has hidden assets then division of
marital assets and debts or allocation of support may be impossible.
Mediation is not a good forum
where domestic abuse or intimidation is present. If a party is not willing to consider alternative solutions, then the mediation will not be
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productive. The case may not settle
and the parties will still end up in a
trial. Mediators have different skill
and experience levels. You could
end up with a mediator who does
not get you a complete agreement
or you end up with a bad agreement
due to mediator’s inexperience.
This can usually be avoided by
using a Family Court Certified
Mediator.
What if I cannot afford an
attorney to go with me to mediation? Although it is highly recommended, it is not required to have
an attorney present at mediation.
Parties can agree to go to mediation
prior to filing a lawsuit and prior to
hiring an attorney. This is cost
effective because a lawsuit is filed
to approve the agreement versus a
lawsuit to argue contested points. I
strongly recommend that the parties, at the very least, consult with
an attorney prior to attending mediation. This is so you can be
apprized of what your legal rights
and legal obligations are prior to
negotiating a settlement. You will
be empowered by the information
you receive through a consultation.
And finally, you should have an
attorney review the proposed agreement after mediation and prior to
actually signing the agreement.
We argue about everything –
mediation is never going to work
for us is it? Of course it is possible
that the parties will not agree on all
of the contested issues but it is not
probable. If all of the issues are not
resolved, then usually some of them
get resolved. As a certified media-
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tor myself, I have seen many couples who appeared to be on the
opposite ends of the spectrum, with
no hope of agreeing, walk out of
my office with an agreement. The
difficulty is usually due to two situations – first, the parties just cannot
think of a compromise (but the
mediator has a whole bank of suggestions); and second, the parties
did not realize that they actually
agreed on a few starting points (the
mediator sifts those out). Certified
Mediators have many negotiating
tools and suggested resolutions to
help guide parties to a center position.
Who pays the costs and how do
we find a mediator? The parties
usually equally divide the cost of
mediation. Additional information
about the process, rules, and scheduling will be provided by the mediator. There are a little over 30
Certified Family Court mediators
serving Horry County. If you have
a pending court case, the court will
appoint a mediator. If no case is
pending then you can review a list
of mediators on the SC Bar website
at: http://www.scbar.org/PublicInformation/Mediation-ADR.
Simply select the drop down menu
for the State, County, and Family
Court Mediators and the entire list
will populate. Keep in mind that all
mediators are not created equal so
be sure to research the experience
of the mediator before choosing.
After you make your decision then
call the mediator’s office to start
the process.
Mediation is a great way to
resolve your contested issues and
well worth the effort. Every mediator has a different style. Be sure to
find one that you and the other
party agree to use and remember to
keep your mind open to suggestions
for settlement.
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Attorney and Counselor at Law
1017 Fourth Avenue, Conway,
South Carolina 29526
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Ideas for Great Very Low Fat Snacks
for 200 Calories or Less
By Carolyn Coulter, RD, LD, Director, Wellspring Wisconsin
Most of us get hungry every 4 hours or
so after our body has utilized the energy
from our last meal, yet the amount of
time between meals can often last 6, 7, or
even 8 hours. Many times you won’t be
able to feel that hunger, especially if
you’re distracted by doing engaging
things. However, going long periods of
time without eating can derail your
healthy eating habits sometimes because
you become so eager to eat that you
might overeat or make unhealthy food
choices out of convenience.
Snacking can help you avoid lapses by
keeping your appetite reasonably quiet.
Recent research shows that snacks make
up 25 percent of the average American’s
daily calorie consumption. Therefore, it’s
important to ensure that your snack choices are as healthy as your meals. Whether
you’re the individual who eats breakfast
at 6 am and always wants a snack around
10, are someone who is absolutely famished at exactly 3 pm every day, or even
if you do not feel hungry until you get
home and only want to satisfy yourself
for the hour or two before dinner, a small,
healthy snack may be a good idea to prevent you from overeating at lunch or
when you get home from school or work.
Here are some tips about snacking in
general:
• Plan ahead to avoid mindless snacking- but don’t feel like you have to eat the
snack you’ve planned if you do not feel
like it at the moment.
• Separate out large multiple serving
bags into single serving sizes to avoid
accidentally eating too much. Using
snack sized Ziplock bags is an easy way
to limit yourself to about one serving.
• Try to avoid keeping too many snack
options around the house or office but
make sure the ones you have really satisfy you. You don’t want to have so many
options that you’re able to jump from one
snack to the next all night long, but you
also don’t want to keep so few snacks or
ones that are so unappealing that you
would rather just head to the vending
machine.
• Keep lots of fresh fruit on hand in case
you still want to eat something after you
finish your snack. Most fruits and veggies
pack lots of nutrients but not tons of calories.
• A little protein and a little fiber in your
snack can go a long way when it comes
to satisfying your hunger for a longer
period of time. Try to add some low fat
deli meat or fat free cheese or yogurt to a
high fiber food like fruit or a whole grain
starch to ensure you get both of these
important nutrients.
• Be careful with energy bars, some
have as much fat, calories, and added
sugar as a candy bar (and many don’t
taste that great either).
Here are some great 200 calorie snack
ideas for the home, school, or office to
satisfy both those with a sweet tooth and
those who prefer something salty. Don’t
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Wellspring friendly examples. If you find
something with a similar fat content that
you like better, feel free to make the substitution.
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By Star Sade
I have seen that one of the big things that can
hinder a constant and steady weight loss are the
WEEKENDS... for me, this time of the year,
Summer time, can be very challenging as
well..sorta like the weekend all the time.... So... I
did a little research and came up with some
tricks that may help us overcome this mindless
overindulgence that keeps setting us back.
#1) Be more active.... the weekends should be
a time to relax and unwind but that doesn’t mean
laying around while stuffing out faces just to feel
miserable and more stressed because we have
stopped our weight loss or even gained weight
back....So, we can find more active ways to relax like brisk walking, playing
tennis, gardening , dancing, swimming, bike riding, shopping (not really),
hiking, running, etc....
#2) Start your day with a healthy breakfast. Not a high calorie, carbohydrate catastrophe but with a healthy protein shake or some eggs (omelet),
greek yogurt, berries, etc... This can help you eat smaller amounts every 2-4
hours throughout the day when you start with a healthy, nutritious breakfast.
#3) Don’t starve yourself for your big dinner
date... Eat every 2-4
hours as normal and
especially something
before you go to the
restaurant (to take the
edge off your hunger) so
that you can enjoy the
food at the restaurant
instead of scarfing it
down... Also, you can
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home. You don’t have to
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#4) Eat slower and enjoy your food. It takes 15-20 minutes for your brain
to signal your stomach that it’s full, so take your time.
#5) I like this one.... Start with a salad or soup, after you are finished
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#6) Avoid over doing it with alcohol. Its true... liquor can also stop weigh
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more we tend to eat more.
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Are You
Self Conscious
About Your
Breath?
By Jeffrey W. Horowitz,
DMD, FAGD
Do you ever happen to notice people backing away
from you when you begin to speak? Are you self-conscious at social and family gatherings such as those common during the holidays? If the answer is yes to either, the
reason may be due to Halitosis, better known as bad
breath. Although the thought of having bad breath may
seem like an embarrassing issue, you do not suffer alone.
Over 90 million Americans are plagued by this condition.
Yes, it’s embarrassing, but its causes could be a sign of
other health problems and should not go ignored.
The majority of Halitosis problems stem from sulfurous
compounds produced by either oral bacteria or the sulfurous foods that we eat. However, there are other factors
that can attribute to bad breath such as dry mouth, gastric
problems, diabetes, sinus infections, and gum disease. Regardless what the cause,
thanks to modern science the condition is easier to diagnose and treat today than ever
before.
Obviously the foods that we eat are going to contribute to malodor. This happens
when our food is absorbed into the bloodstream and transferred into the lungs where it
is expelled when we exhale. Likewise, when we skip meals, we also obtain bad breath
due to the production of Ketones and/or stomach acids. These odors can be covered up
temporarily by brushing, flossing, and using mouth rinses, but will not completely disappear for about 72 hours when the food is completely digested and eliminated.
Food can also be a culprit for causing bad breath when you don’t brush and floss on
a daily basis. The food particles left to collect between the teeth, under the gums, and
on the tongue begin to rot and are eventually broken down into bacterial plaque. This
bacterial plaque produces large amounts of sulfurous compounds and subsequent bad
breath. At least two minutes of brushing twice daily is imperative in helping to rid the
mouth of these bacteria. However, 30% of the surfaces of our teeth cannot be reached
with a toothbrush. Dental floss is a crucial tool to use as a means of getting rid of the
bacterial build up between the teeth. It is also crucial that you use your toothbrush or a
tongue scraper to cleanse your tongue as approximately 50% of the bacteria in our
mouths live in our tongues.
One of the most obvious symptoms of gum disease is halitosis. When a person experiences bone loss in the mouth, they form what dentist call pocketing around the teeth.
These pockets occur where the gums become detached from the teeth and are a perfect
place for anaerobic bacteria to live, as there is no oxygen present in these spaces. In
order to rid the mouth of these bacteria you will have to visit your hygienist for a professional cleaning because cleaning beneath the gum line is impossible to do with a
standard toothbrush.
Another condition, which creates a perfect environment for odor causing bacteria to
thrive, is a dry mouth. We count on saliva to aid in washing away these bacteria. When
there is an inadequate saliva flow, these sulfurous compounds remain in the mouth
emitting a foul smell. A typical example of this is what many people refer to as morning breath. When we sleep, the amount of saliva flow that our body produces is
reduced. Of course there are a variety of other factors that also cause dry mouth: dieting, mouth breathing, alcohol use, and the use of certain medications. Whatever the
cause, drinking water will help you to wash these bacteria down while at the same time
stimulating saliva flow.
If you are among the 90 million Americans who have Halitosis, be aware that this
could be a sign of a medical disorder and should not be ignored. Kidney disease, respi-
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ratory infections, sinusitis, gastric problems, postnasal drip liver disease, and diabetes
all share a common symptom of Halitosis. If you have chronic bad breath, it would be
wise to address this issue with your dentist. He or she will examine the condition of
your mouth and if it determined to be healthy, you will be referred to your regular
physician who will investigate the other possible causes.
On a brighter note, after years of going unaddressed, Halitosis has recently become
an issue of frequent discussion in the dental office. Patients are now able to receive a
variety of treatments and suggestions from their dental providers, not to mention the
vast array of over the counter products, which can be found in local drugstores.
If you find that you’ve done your very best job at trying to rid your mouth of bad
breath, yet the problem persists, visit your dentist. He or she will be able to assist you
in determining the underlying cause and can be helpful in eliminating it. It is also
important that you maintain your oral health through regular professional cleanings at
least twice yearly. This will raise your awareness of oral problems before substantial
damage occurs. Work hard at practicing food oral home care by brushing and flossing
twice daily. And most importantly, don’t forget the significance of cleaning your tongue
to alleviate odor as the majority of sulfurous compounds are harbored within the
tongue. Always drink plenty of water to stimulate salivary flow, rinse, and flush out
unwanted bacteria. If you wear dentures or removable appliances, clean them thoroughly on a daily basis. Don’t be afraid to use mouth rinses, sugarless gum, or mints to
freshen your breath, but be aware that these products simply cover up bad breath and
the underlying cause should be addressed. The very best breath freshening products to
use contain chlorine dioxide, which do not simply mask, but neutralize these odor-causing compounds. However, the American Dental Association suggests that you ask your
dentist which products are best for your needs, as they are trained in dental school
about the causes of Halitosis and will be the best in determining the treatment that you
need.
Dr Horowitz is a 1991 graduate of The Medical University of South Carolina,
College of Dental Medicine and completed a General practice residency at the
Mountainside Hospital In Montclair, N.J. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General
Dentistry as well as a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the
American Orthodontic Society, and The American Dental Association. He is the owner
and dentist at the Carolina Center for Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry at 1515 9th
Ave., Conway, S.C. He can be contacted at (843) 248-3843 or via the Web at www.carolinacosmeticdental.com.
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Summer is finally here and
Conway Country Club is
buzzing with excitement. From
golf tournaments and junior
camps, to pool parties and corporate events, we are tickled
pink with our schedule of
events for 2016. If you aren’t
part of this, then you are missing out.
Got plans for your kids this
summer? Starting June 17th,
Summer Tennis Camp begins
every Friday morning at 9:00
am. Also, starting June 21st,
Summer Golf Camp begins
every Friday morning starting
at 9:00 am. Each camp will run
through the last week in July.
The cost for the entire summer
session of each camp is only
$95 per junior. Sign your kids
up for a fun-filled learning
experience this year at the club.
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Conway Country Club has
a scheduled golf tournament
for every month this year. The
next golf tournament will be
the Red, White, and Blue, 2Person Scramble on Saturday,
July 2nd. It will be a shotgun
start at 1:00 pm. This tournament will celebrate 240 years
of our nations independence
and freedom from British
tyranny.
Following this event will be
Glow Soccer on August 13th.
It will be a 4-Person Scramble
starting at 8:30 pm. This will
be a great event for friends and
families. The entire golf course
will be lit up with LED lights.
Each team will play with glowin-the-dark soccer balls and try
to kick it in the soccer nets
near the greens. This is an awesome experience and gives a
new perspective on the game
of golf.
Conway Country Club is on
it’s way back to the top. With a
new Board of Directors, a new
management team, and a new
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golf course superintendent, we
have turned over a new leaf. As
your local community country
club, we are here to provide
recreation and entertainment to
all our members and guests.
We look forward to serving
you at the club.
Chett Long, PGA,
Director of Operations
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400 Country Club Drive,
Conway, SC 29526
843-365-3621
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Kids Will Love These Recipes
Quick Crescent Taco Pie
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
In a large fry pan, brown the ground chuck.
Drain off the oil. Stir in seasoning mix, water,
and olives. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Separate crescent dough into 8 triangles. Place triangles in an ungreased
10-inch pie pan, pressing to form a
crust. Sprinkle 1 cup corn chips
over the bottom of crust. Spoon
meat mixture over crust and
corn chips. Spread sour cream
over meat mixture, and cover
with cheese. Sprinkle remaining corn chips over the top.
Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to
25 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
4 tbsp (1/4 cup) sour cream
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
a large pinch of salt
Chicken
Fingers
and Honey
Mustard
Dipping
Sauce
Mac and Cheese to
Please!
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar
cheese
1 (12 ounce) container cottage cheese
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot
of lightly salted water to a boil, add pasta, and
cook until done; drain. In 9x13 inch baking dish,
stir together macaroni, shredded Cheddar cheese,
cottage cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, salt
and pepper. In a small bowl, mix together bread
crumbs and melted butter. Sprinkle topping over
macaroni mixture. Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until
top is golden
The Ultimate Chocolate
Cupcake
Makes 8
2 oz semi sweet chocolate
4 tbsp (half stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
simmering water and allow to cook for 5 minutes. Beat the butter, sugar and vanilla together with a pinch of salt then beat in the cooled
chocolate. The icing is now very soft so chill
for 20–30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes,
until firmer but still spreadable. Swirl the frosting over the cakes and chill for around an
hour, until the icing has set. You can decorate
with chocolate icing or grate a little milk
chocolate over the cakes just before serving.
Store in an airtight box in a cool place
for up to five days, though it is
unlikely they will last that
long!
White Chocolate Buttercream Icing:
3 oz white chocolate
5 tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tbsp confectioners sugar
2–3 drops vanilla extract
a pinch of salt
a tube of chocolate icing
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin
pan with 8 paper cupcake liners. Melt the plain
chocolate over a pan of hot water and allow to
cool for 5 minutes. Cream butter and brown
sugar in a bowl until fluffy then beat in the
cooled plain chocolate, followed by the egg,
vanilla and sour cream. Sift the flour, cocoa
and baking powder, plus a large pinch of salt,
into the bowl and fold in.
Spoon into the cupcake liners (around twothirds full). Bake for 18–20 minutes, until risen
and firm to the touch. Allow to cool thoroughly on a wire rack.
To make the buttercream, melt the white
chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of
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4 skinless, boneless
chicken breasts
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 cup bread crumbs
2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. crumbled dried oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
Honey mustard dipping sauce:
2 tbsp. honey
2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a baking
sheet with nonstick vegetable oil spray.
Cut each of the chicken breasts into 4 or 5
lengthwise “fingers.” Place in a bowl. Add the
vegetable oil and stir to coat everything evenly.
In a bowl, stir together the bread crumbs,
Parmesan cheese, oregano, salt and pepper.
Transfer to a plastic bag (make sure there are
no holes). Add the chicken strips, 3 or 4 at a
time, and shake to coat with the crumb mixture. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat with the remaining chicken strips and
crumb mixture.
Bake for 10 minutes, turn the strips over and
continue to bake for another 5 to 10 minutes,
until nicely browned and cooked through.
Meanwhile, make the dipping sauce.
Combine the honey, Dijon mustard and vegetable oil in a food processor or blender. Blend
until smooth and creamy.
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just enough to allow for cell breakdown,
transforming them into waste, which the
body begins to naturally flush away and
eliminate. When treating the thighs,
waist, buttocks, flanks, or other appropriate areas of concern, the patient is
completely comfortable. This process
provides total comfort to the patient and
is designed to insure safety and results
that can be seen in days—not weeks or
months. In addition to the comfort level,
there is no down time associated with
these treatments. Other than a brief period of warmth, you can get back to your
daily routine immediately. Vanquish is
not a laser and involves no chemicals,
so there is no skin peeling, pigment
change, or prolonged healing process.
Due to the nature of the Vanquish RF
technology, you are not required to do
anything special prior to your treatment
sessions. Sun exposure does not affect
the results of your treatments and you
may tan following any treatment (keeping in mind that UV rays are harmful to
your body with or without Vanquish
treatments). Vanquish treatments are
safe for all healthy patients who want to
take control of their body shape and size
and improve the problem areas, when
exercise and diet have not achieved their
goals completely. This is an option for
those who desire aesthetic improvement without the cost and recovery
time of surgery.
A series of 4 to 6 sessions over
the course of several weeks, scheduled every 7-10 days. Patients have
reported results in as soon as a few
weeks. Results may vary from patient to
patient depending on many factors.
Measurable results are common. As
with most efforts to improve body size
and shape, it is recommended to practice light to moderate exercise, such as
walking, along with maintaining a
healthy diet and drinking plenty of
water. In fact, the one requirement to
having each treatment be ultimately successful, is to come to each and every
appointment well hydrated, this makes it
easier for the radiofrequency to target
the fat cells. The dead cells are then filtered through the lymphatic system, and
excreted in the urine.
With any procedure, the patient’s
safety and well-being is of our utmost
concern. Therefore, if a person has any
active implants such as a pacemaker,
cardio converter, cochlear implant, or
any other implants, Vanquish treatments
are not recommended. It also not recommended that women who are pregnant
or nursing not undergo treatment. If you
have any questions if a treatment would
be medically safe for you, please ask
one of our medical technicians.
Renew your self-confidence and love
your body again!
• Painless with no needles or anesthesia required
• Little risk of side effects
• Treatments take about one hour per
area
• No downtime between treatments
• Experience results in as soon as the
first few sessions
• Affordable treatments
DermaVogue now offers Vanquish
Treatments in our Garden City office.
We would love to talk to you in person
and recommend the treatment protocol
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As confusing as the title of this
article sounds, that is often how people feel after I tell them that the problems tormenting them are not due to
allergy when they were convinced
otherwise. Allergy has a precise
meaning and is an abnormal response
of the immune system to harmless
substances. The symptoms of an
allergy are due to a specific antibody
called IgE. Usually found in very low
levels in most individuals, IgE is elevated in allergy sufferers especially against specific allergens. IgE allergens
include foods, insects, and in the case of respiratory allergy, airborne environmentals such as dust mites, molds, pet
dander and pollens from trees, grasses, and weeds.
The symptoms of respiratory allergy include fits of
sneezing, runny nose, nasal blockage, post-nasal drip and
itching of the eyes, ear, nose and throat. Collectively these
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symptoms are referred to by medical professionals, as
rhinitis. Rhinitis is defined as an inflammation of the
membranes lining the nasal passages. Rhinitis due to an
allergy determined by allergy testing, is called Allergic
Rhinitis. At times however, an individual will have rhinitis
but allergy testing is negative and is then referred to as
Non-Allergic Rhinitis.
The most common type of Non-Allergic Rhinitis that
clinicians usually see and is very common in South
Carolina is called Vasomotor Rhinitis. The cause of
Vasomotor Rhinitis is unknown or “idiopathic”. Vasomotor
refers to the nervous control of the membranes and blood
vessels in the lining of the nasal passages. It does appear
that this nervous system control of the membranes may be
one way that the body maintains a state of equilibrium
when confronted with certain stimuli. Aggravating factors
of Vasomotor Rhinitis include: sudden changes in body
temperature such as going into or out of air conditioning;
changes in humidity; emotional upsets; and common non-
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specific irritants such as heavy exposure to dusts and road
dirt; cigarette smoke; aerosol sprays, perfumes, flowery
smells, strong cleansers, air pollution, and burning leaves
or wood. In Vasomotor Rhinitis the complex nervous
mechanism appears to be out of balance leading to oversensitivity to these stimuli and an exaggerated response.
For some individuals the trigger is eating especially spicy
foods or foods that are very cold or hot. This subset of
rhinitis is called Gustatory Rhinitis.
Other forms of non-allergic rhinitis include:
Occupational Rhinitis associated with work related triggers; Hormonal Rhinitis such as with pregnancy or thyroid
disorders; Rhinitis from certain medications; Infectious
Rhinitis ; or Rhinitis Medicamentosa usually associated
with overuse of over the counter topical nasal decongestant sprays such as Afrin or Neosynephrine. Over the
counter nasal sprays used for allergy like Flonase,
Nasocort and Rhinocort do not cause Rhinitis
Medicamentosa.
Treatment for Vasomotor Rhinitis may be difficult.
Avoidance of the offending triggers is not always practical
or possible. Further adding to the confusion for rhinitis
sufferers is the fact that medical treatment for Vasomotor
Rhinitis may often be similar or exactly the same as that
used for Allergic Rhinitis. Medications such as antihistamines, decongestants and nasal steroid sprays are often
very effective. Allergy shots are not an option. If not treated Vasomotor can lead to other problems such as nasal
polyps and chronic sinus infections. An allergist can help
sort all this out.
Dr. Schecker, a Board Certified Allergist, is the founder of
Coastal Carolina Allergy & Asthma Associates. He is a
Certified Take Shape For Life Health Coach, a COPE
Certified Health Coach, the co-founder of the Myrtle Beach
Marathon and the founder of Camp Airwaves (a camp for
children with asthma). Dr. Schecker has been recognized as
the “Allergist of the Year”
by the Myrtle Beach Herald (2005-2015).
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Your Family!
Resource Guide
Allergy
Coastal Carolina Allergy & Asthma
Associates
843-293-0093
www.myrtlebeachallergist.com
Picnic Tips
You’ll Want
to Use!
Aquariums
Ripley’s Aquarium
843-916-0888
www.RipleysAquarium.com/myrtlebeach
Attorney
Ward Law Firm
Law Firm of Regina B. Ward, LLC
843-488-WARD (9273)
www.AttorneyReginaWard.com
Chiropractic Care
Falk Family Chiropractic
843-248-0104
www.falkfamilychiropractic.com
Use Lidded Jars for Drinks.
Infused Water: Add strawberries and mint to water. Add lemons to water
or fresh lemonade. Cucumbers are also refreshing in ice water…
Mason jars are a must…great for use as glasses, a vase for flowers, candleholder and serving pieces.
Find a colorful tablecloth or sheet even for you to lay out on. You want
something large that will cover the ground well and give you lots of space,
plus feel fresh and inviting.
No one likes paper plates, don’t bring your fine china, but check out thrift
stores and dollar stores for “real” plates. Just be sure to pack plastic bag to
take them home in to wash.
Wildflowers are always fun for a picnic…don’t forget a candle, especially
one to keep pests away…set your table the same way you would at home…
Bring lunch meat and cheese to make your own subs, a veggies tray,
fruit salad, cold pasta salads, or even tuna wraps to get your picnic off to a
great start. Pack a variety of breads for different tastes. Ideal desserts are
cupcakes since they are small and easy to pack and eat. Or opt for bite size
brownies!
Try putting condiments in a muffin tin. A muffin tin is a great tool for an
ice cream party. Ideal for holding cherries, choc syrup and everything delicious for an ice cream sundae.
Prepare your fruit, cantaloupe, watermelon, strawberries, kiwi, grapes
and pineapple at home and put on skewers. Place in zip lock bags and
place in your cooler.
Freeze water bottles to use in place of ice in coolers so you have cold
water to drink after they melt!
A small kiddie pool full of ice will keep drinks and food cold and safe!
Don’t forget the wet wipes, great for before and after your lunch.
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Consignment
Twice as Nice
843-236-2362
www.twiceasnicemyrtlebeach.net
Dance
Coastal Dance
843-651-2006
www.cybt.org
Litchfield Dance Arts Academy
843-237-7465
www.litchfielddance.com
Dental
Carolina Center for Advance Dentistry
843-248-3843
www.carolinacosmeticdental.com
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
843-347-CARE (2273)
Endocrinology
Strand Endocrinologist & Osteoporosis
Center
843-293-9955
www.strandendocrinology.com
Entertainment
Myrtle Beach Family Golf
843-913-9301
www.MyrtleBeachFamilyGolf.com
WonderWorks
843-626-9962
www.wonderworksmb.com
Gymnastics
Gymnastics Inc.
843-236-9021
www.gymnasticsincmyrtlebeach.com
Terry & Don’s Gymnastics
843-650-6731
www.TerryAndDonsGymnastics.com
Museums
Children’s Museum of South Carolina
843-946-9469
www.cmsckids.org
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Music
Ocean View School of Music
843-449-3384
www.ovbbc.org/music/
Ob/Gyn
Center of Obstetrics & Gynecology, LLC
843-347-7333
Magnolia Ob/Gyn, LLC
843-449-5848
www.magnoliaobgyn.com
Orthodontics
Dr. Jen Orthodontics
843-488-2526
www.drjenortho.com
Pediatric Care
Conway Physicians Group Pediatrics
843-903-4111
www.conwaymedicalcenter.com/FindAPhysici
an/CPGPhysicianPractices/CPGPediatricsCaroli
naForest.aspx
Grand Strand Pediatrics & Adolescent
Medicine
843-449-1438 MB
843-650-7000 Surfside
843-249-7400 Little River
www.grandstrandpeds.com
Recreation
Horry County Parks and Recreation
843-915-5330
www.parksandrec.horrycounty.org
Pre-Schools/Schools
First Steps Weekday Children’s Ministry
(Little River Methodist Church)
www.risenchristmyrtlebeach.org
North Myrtle Beach Christian School
843-399-7181
www.nmbcschool.com
Risen Christ Lutheran Church and School
843-272-8163
www.risenchristmyrtlebeach.org
Skin Care
DermaVogue
843-357-2444
www.dermavogue.net
Speech Therapy
One Stop Therapy 4 Kids
843-236-9751
www.Onestoptherapy4kids.com
Young Talkers
843-457-1053
www.youngtalkers.com
Weight Loss
Metabolic Medical Centers
843-357-2851
www.goingmetabolic.com
“It’s Your Decision!”
Summer is Time to Help
Time for a Change?
Bring us your unwanted furniture and go home
with something New for You!!
Your Child Improve
By Al Foderaro
Creator of Be Life Ready® Initiative
It’s July, summer vacation has arrived and another school
year is complete. Your child’s end-of-the-year report card
has been received, quickly reviewed, and already filed away
in a drawer never to be discussed again. Most likely that’s
what happens in the majority of households.
However, consider another more productive scenario.
Don’t discard that report card so quickly but instead use it
as a valuable discussion tool to help you and your child
accept responsibility for becoming fully aware of any academic deficiencies that may exist. Parents need to show
their children that they care about their academic progress
and that they want to ensure that any academic needs that
exist are thoroughly addressed early on and throughout their
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later grades as well.
In addition to providing report cards schools are required to administer a variety of
standardized proficiency exams at all grade levels that help assess and measure each
child’s level of academic ability in reading, math, and English. These tests scores coupled
with the subject grades your child receives on his or her report card form the basis for
clearly being able to identify where your child is lacking in their academic development.
As a parent it should be relatively easy to determine which academic areas a child needs
some assistance in order to improve on their overall academic performance.
The big question is who is ultimately responsible to ensure that your child is addressing all of their academic deficiencies and learning what they need to know? The answer is
it is the parent’s and their child’s responsibility first and foremost. Yes, it is true that your
child’s teachers play a significant role however they are not totally responsible for how
well your child is prepared
for their future.
Children are mostly
under their parent’s jurisdiction after school, during
the evenings, weekends,
and summers when school
is closed. Be fully aware
that it’s not only what your
child does while they are
in school that matters but
also what they do with
their time while they are
out of school and that includes the summer weeks.
As a parent you need to make an effort to ensure that your child’s summer is more productive and such that he or she can focus their energy on completing the extra work necessary to increase their levels of interest and academic performance in those subjects
where recognized deficiencies may exist. By you showing an interest over the summer
your child will be more likely to develop the discipline required of them to be more successful in school.
Help your child realize that most students who make an extra effort to improve during
the summer usually return to school better prepared to achieve greater success not only in
their academics but perhaps also when playing a sport or performing in a musical production. It’s already July, summer will pass by quickly, so if you haven’t already done it find
those report cards and sit down with your children and discuss what can still be accomplished between now and the end of August to improve their academic performance next
school year and beyond.
You’ll be glad you did and some day when it really matters most so will your child.
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Hypothyroidism
Low Thyroid Hormone Production
By Dr. Javaid Wani, MD, MSc, PhD, FACP
The
thyroid
gland is a
butterflyshaped
gland
located at
the front
of your
neck. It
produces
certain
chemicals which control the speed
of various things that happen in
human body (metabolism).
Hypothyroidism is a condition in
which the thyroid gland produces
little to no hormones needed by
your body to function normally. One
of the major causes of low thyroid
hormone production is when your
body produces certain destructive
elements (autoantibodies) against
your thyroid gland, causing destruction of small portions of your thyroid gland at a time (Hashimoto’s
thyroiditis). Eventually your thyroid
gland may remain dysfunctional
and not give any thyroid hormone,
which is very essential in order for
your body to function normally.
This condition is very common in
women. A patient can develop a low
thyroid condition when their thyroid gland is surgically removed for
thyroid cancer or because of its massive size (goiter). Hypothyroidism
also occurs when the thyroid gland
is chemically “killed” for very overactive thyroid (radioactive ablation).
A rare cause is when the brain does
not send a signal to the thyroid
gland to produce hormones. Certain
medications can cause low thyroid
as well.
When an infant or a child has low
thyroid hormone, it causes, among
other things (see below), very slow
growth and mental retardation.
When an adult has low thyroid
hormone in the body, he or she may
feel cold, fatigue, constipation,
weight gain, brain fog/lack of alertness, too much sleep, slow heart
rate, enlargement of heart, swelling
of skin and muscles, muscle cramps,
muscle weakness, low blood count
(anemia), shallow breathing, menstrual abnormalities, kidney damage, and infertility. Elderly patients
may not have all of these symptoms.
Hypothyroidism can be diagnosed by a doctor through proper
physical examination and simple
labs. It is important to find the
cause of low thyroid hormone
(rather than just treating it) as other
medical conditions can coexist.
Many times a seemingly unrelated
medical condition is fixed by treating underlying hypothyroidism.
Certain tests can be done if a person
(usually women) are at high risk of
developing hypothyroidism and, if
so, they are monitored with periodic
blood work. It is particularly important if your parents, siblings, or
close relatives suffer from any thyroid disorder.
The hypothyroid condition is usually life-long and but can be easily
treated with thyroid hormone
replacement. Thyroid hormone pills
are very cheap (when taken generic)
and must be taken first thing in the
morning on an empty stomach without food, and wait 35-45 minutes
before eating. Your endocrinologist
needs to check your blood work initially every 2 months or so and later
every 3-6 months in order to make
sure you are taking the correct dose
since many factors can affect your
daily thyroid hormone requirement.
Please contact me if you have any
questions.
Dr Javaid Wani maybe reached at
Strand Endocrinology & Osteoporosis
Center. 843-293-9955.
www.strandendocrinology.com
Take Home a New Member of The Family...
A lot of our rescued animals come to us as strays without any history. Some may have been abused or neglected while others may have simply lost their home due to circumstances. They all need loving, nurturing homes to
help them adjust. If you can provide a loving home for one of our dogs or cats, please fill out an adoption application to qualify.
All animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, current on vaccinations, de-wormed, (dogs heartworm tested,
current on heartworm) and (cats FIV tested) flea prevention and receive full physical examination at intake from
a board certified veterinarian.
Shelter: 843-652-0196
Adoption Center: 843-652-0196
1288 Limestone Street,
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
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Hours:
Mon-Fri 7am-6pm
July
Calendar
by calling 843.692.4444 or going to
GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
Grand Strand Medical
Center
Prepared Childbirth Class: This class provides instruction in the birthing process, breathing and relaxation
techniques, physical conditioning and coaching skills. A
comprehensive, six-hour class is held one Saturday per
month (9 am – 3 pm) at Grand Strand Medical Center in
the first floor classroom. A tour of the OB unit and nursery is included. It is suggested that parents take this
class eight weeks prior to the baby’s due date.
Fee: $50 per couple. Registration to attend by calling
843.692.4444 or going to GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
Breastfeeding Class: This two-hour class provides
instruction in the art of breast-feeding as a positive experience. Proper breast-feeding techniques and the role of
the support person are discussed. Meets one Saturday
(1:30 - 3:30pm) each month at HealthFinders, Coastal
Grand Mall. Free. Registration to attend by calling
843.692.4444 or going to GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
Infant Care Class: Basic guidelines and hands-on experience of newborn care are provided in this two-hour
class. The emphasis is on confidence as the newborns
primary caretaker. Meets one Saturday (10:30am - 12:30
pm) each month at HealthFinders, Coastal Grand Mall.
Free. registration to attend by calling 843.692.4444 or
going to GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
OB Tours: Our maternity tour is designed to acquaint
expectant parents with the services and philosophy of
our obstetrics program. The tour includes a visit to the
Maternity Center, including the birthing rooms, and a
discussion of general information regarding your OB
stay at Grand Strand Medical Center. Tours are offered
3rd Sunday of the month at 3:30pm registration to attend
by calling 843.692.4444 or going to
GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
Infant Child CPR & First Aid Class: This class is
designed to prepare parents and other caretakers to
respond appropriately in an emergency. Instruction in
proper administration of CPR and first aid for choking
infants and children is taught. Offered one Saturday of
each month (10am - 2 pm) at HealthFinders, Coastal
Grand Mall. Fee: $15. Registration to attend by calling
843.692.4444 or going to GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
Prepared Childbirth Class: This class provides instruction in the birthing process, breathing and relaxation techniques, physical conditioning and coaching skills. A comprehensive, six-hour class is held one Saturday per month
(9 am – 3 pm) at Grand Strand Medical Center in the first
floor classroom. A tour of the OB unit and nursery is
included. It is suggested that parents take this class eight
weeks prior to the baby’s due date.Fee: $50 per couple.
Registration to attend by calling 843.692.4444 or going to
GrandStrandMed.com/Events.
Sibling Preparation: This two-hour class is designed to
help children ages 3-10 prepare for the new baby’s
arrival. The class teaches brothers and sisters about their
involvement in the birthing experience and preparation
for the baby’s homecoming. One parent must accompany the child. Offered one Sunday (2- 3pm) each month
at Grand Strand Medical Center. Free. For more information, please call: 843-839-9933. Registration to attend
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Sponsored
HealthFinders is Grand Strand Health’s community
resource center, located inside Coastal Grand Mall
beside Dillard’s. HealthFinders is open 10 am – 8 pm
Monday through Friday and 10 am – 7 pm Saturday and
offers low cost cholesterol and A1C screenings daily.
Childbirth Class - Monday Nights: The Birthplace at
Conway Medical Center will offer a childbirth class on
Monday nights in from 7pm till 9pm. Classes are held at
Conway Medical Center in the Auditorium of the
Administrative Services Building and the fee is $50 which
includes a snack each night. Registration is required. Call
843.347.8108 to register for the class. Bring a blanket and
two pillows on the 3rd Monday night.
Birth Place Tours: The Birth Place offers tours every
Sunday at 2 pm. If you are interested call 843-347-8108
by
Tidelands Georgetown
Memorial Hospital
Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital
Health Screenings: Tuesdays in the mall area of
Georgetown Memorial Hospital from 7:30 a.m. – 12:00
p.m. Thursdays at Waccamaw Community Hospital in
the hallway by Same Day Surgery from 7:30 a.m. – 12
p.m. 2nd Friday every other month beginning in
February at Waccamaw Community Care, 4301 Dick
Pond Road, Myrtle Beach from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Screenings Offered: Finger Stick Lipid profiles with
blood sugar for $20 (8-10 hour fast required); Diabetes
Screening-Hemoglobin A1C for $15 (no fasting
required), blood sugar levels for $3 (2 hour fast
required) and free blood pressure screenings. More
information is available at or 843-520-8579. For more
events, go to www.georgetownhospitalsystem.org
Breastfeeding Class: Class will discuss the wonder of
the first hour after birth and how critical skin to skin in
the first hour is for improving health, establishing
breastfeeding and creating a bond between mother and
newborn. This class will also discuss the benefits of
breastmilk, nutrition for mom, positioning, latching on,
signs of effective breastfeeding, breast vs. formula and
more. $25 Call 843.347.8108 to register for an upcoming class.
“Virtuous Women/Moms” group meets every Tues
10a.m. at Chick-fil-A of Murrells Inlet S.C for Brunch and
Bible Study. Different speakers every week. All welcome.
Childbirth Classes: Call for Dates and Time
Mornings With Mommy is an educational play experience for children (infant-preschool aged) and their caregivers. Sessions are held from 10am-11am the first and
third Tuesdays of the month at Amazing Grace Lutheran
Church. Advanced registration is required at
www.amazinggracelutheran.com.
Healthreach is CMC’s community outreach program,
which provides services to the medically underserved
population of Horry County. “By offering these tests at a
reduced rate, it is our hope that people will take advantage of being screened. This lab panel is the tool that we
use to identify some risk factors early in order to manage and prevent them from becoming disease entities or
we refer participants to the appropriate health care
provider.” states Janie Smith, RN, Healthreach
Coordinator.
Childbirth Education Classes are held on the 2nd
Saturday of every other month from 9am-1pm at the
Center for Health & Fitness in Loris. To sign up for this
class, call 843-716-7290. Our Childbirth Education
Class is designed to help you understand the process of
labor and delivery and to answer questions about the
birth of your child. The all-day class will include interactive sessions, empathy belly exercises for your support
person and a tour of the labor and delivery suites at
Loris Community Hospital. Lunch will be provided.
Please bring your support person. For more information,
please call (843)716-7290. Location: Center for Health
& Fitness in Loris Cost: $25
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Ayusa/Global Youth Exchange: AYUSA is looking for
caring families who wish to open their home to an international high school student for an academic year or a
semester. This is a non-profit organization providing
young people with learning opportunities that promote
global understanding and leadership. Since 1980,
AYUSA has provided over 40,000 students from more
than 75 countries the ability to build bridges of international friendship with their host families and host communities. For more information, call 843-650-1030.
Meeting Information LLL of the Grand Strand: First
Thursday of each month 4pm-5pm Social time before
and after the meetings Socastee Library Meeting Room,
707 Connector. For breastfeeding questions please contacts one of our LLL Leaders: Anna 843-213-8508
here4moms@gmail.com. Ashley 843-213-0130 birthmantradoula@yahoo.com.
Or visit the website at www.llli.org
L. W. Paul Living History Farm: We are open Tuesday
through Saturday 9am until 4pm. The Farm is free and
open to the public with daily educational instructors on
hand. Just call the Farm at 843-365-3596 to set up a tour
date if needed. The Farm is located at the corner of
Harris Short Cut Rd. and Hwy 701 N. in Conway, SC.
2279 Harris Short Cut Road Farm Phone: 843-365-3596
Museum Phone: 843-915-5320 Email:
HCGmuseum@horrycounty.org Web: www.horrycountymuseum.org.
Chapin Memorial Library Storytimes
400 14th Avenue North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 918-1275
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Baby Storytime: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., for ages 6-18
months. Stories, fingerplays, and music especially for
babies and their caregivers. Pre-Registration is required,
please call 918-1293. Fall Sessions have begun.
Toddler Storytime: Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m., for 2
year olds. Stories, flannel boards, fingerplays, and a song
here and there. Fall Sessions have begun. No registration
needed.
Preschool Storytime: Thursdays and Fridays at 11:00
a.m., for ages 3 and up. Stories, songs, fingerplays,flannel boards and a craft. Fall Sessions have begun. No registration needed.
Home School Storytime: Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m., for
Kindergarteners and older. Children enjoy longer stories,
songs, fingerplays, flannel boards, and a craft. Fall
Sessions have begun. No registration needed.
Carolina Forest Library
2250 Carolina Forest Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-915-5282 • carolinaforestlibrary@horrycounty.org
All events are free and open to the public and proudly
sponsored by the Friends of the Carolina Forest
Library!
For more information, call the Carolina Forest Library at
843-915-5282, or check our website at www.hcml.org or
Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CarolinaForestLibrary
All programs are free of charge.
The Waccamaw Neck Branch Library has a plethora
of children’s programs returning and beginning in 2013.
Weekly programs include story time and Bookworm
Club. Every Wednesday, the library holds story time for
babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Babies and toddlers
(birth to 36 months) have story time with stories and
songs at 10am on Wednesday mornings. Preschoolers
(ages 3 to 5) have their story time at 10:30am with stories, songs, and a craft. On Thursday afternoons, the
Bookworm Club meets from 3:30 to 4:30 to have a
snack, learn about a section of the library, and then enjoy
silent reading time. Snack is provided by the Friends of
the Waccamaw Library.
The library has also added two monthly events on
Saturdays. Every first Saturday of the month, the
Manners Club meets to learn about what good manners
are and how to use them in daily life. Led by our own
Mr. and Mrs. Manners (Dwight and Connie Graham), the
Manners Club changes seasonal and teaches about manners in a fun and exciting way. The club is best for children ages 4 to 12 and refreshments are provided. Preregistration is recommended.
The newest program on the library scene is Second
Saturdays. Every second Saturday of the month at
10:30am, a different program will be held for children of
all ages. Kicking off the program is naturalist Jerry
Walls. His animal programs are already well known on
the Waccamaw Neck.
For more information about any of our programs or
about the Waccamaw Neck Branch Library, please call
843-545-3623.
Socastee Library
Pre-schoolers will continue to have their programs on
Tuesdays at 11 but can look forward to some very unique
readers.
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Children ages 5 – 12 can enjoy special programs each
Monday at 2 in the meeting room beginning June 10.
(Parents, to accommodate as many children as possible,
you will be asked to enjoy some alone time in the library
during the programs.)
Teens (ages 12-17) can look forward to some very different programs ranging from graffiti to movies to poetry
on Thursdays at 4:30. For more information, call 843215-4700, email socasteelibrary@horrycounty.org, or
stop by Socastee Library to speak to the youth services
staff.
The Children’s Museum of South Carolina 2501
North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (843)
946-9469 www.cmsckids.org.
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Tales for Tots – Tuesdays at 10:30am - Storytime and
activities for families with children ages 1 – 4 years.
Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for announcements
about special children’s book authors visiting & sharing
their favorite selections for young children.
SenseAbility – Wednesdays at 11:30 AM - Explore the
world around you while learning about and using your 5
senses! Hands-on, Nose-on, Ears-on, Eyes-on fun! This
program is great for ages 3-5 years.
Movers and Makers – Thursdays at 11:30 AM - Little
Yogis in the making will enjoy this program that combines child yoga poses and complementary craft projects.
This program is great for ages 3-5 years.
ABC’s & 123’s – Fridays at 11:30 AM - Get familiar
with letters and numbers. Each week, museum educators
will highlight a Letter or Number to jumpstart learning.
Great for young learners ages 2-5 years.
Tuesdays: 10:30 Summer Reading for Children – Each
week brings a new, exciting performance followed by
lunch served by Horry County Schools.
Wednesdays: 10:30 Summer Story Time – Join us for stories,
songs and more. No registration required. Lunch is provided by
Horry County Schools after the program.
Thursdays: 10:30 Baby Story Time – Join us for stories,
songs and more especially for children 18 months and
younger. No registration is necessary. A light snack is provided.
11:00 Sewing Basket – Bring your sewing and/or yarn
projects to work on while you socialize with others. No
registration is required. Drinks and snacks are provided.
2:00 DIY Duct Tape Workshop – Fun duct tape projects
can be made each week. All materials are provided. Please
call 843-915-7323 to register.
Fridays: 10:30 Fun Fitness Fridays for Kids – Join us for
exercise, dance and fun movement activities. No registration is required. Drinks and snacks provided after the program.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Saturday, July 9 @ 10am – DIY Duct Tape Workshop:
Fun duct tape projects can be made each week. All materials are provided. Please call 843-915-7323 to register.
Saturday, July 9 @ 1 pm – Family Movie Matinee: Join
us for a newly released family film and snacks. No registration is required.
Monday, July 11 @ 4:00pm – Kid’s Story Time and
Craft: Enjoy stories and crafts. No registration is
required.
The Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America
(MGFA) - Monthly Myrtle Beach Support Group meets
during the second Saturday of each month. The time has
been changed to 2PM - 4PM. The meeting is located at:
Advanced Alternative Health (A. A. Heath) 4620 Dick
Pond Road Suite A, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
A. A. Health is inside the Broadway Shopping Plaza,
off Highway 544. The focus of our group is not alternative health; however, the owner of this facility is generous to provide us with a space for our meeting.
For more information, please contact Beverly Watrous
at 843-504-8063.
Tuesday, July 13 @ 2pm – Financial Literacy for Teens:
Sponsored by the Prosperity Center. Please call 843-9157323 to register.
Conway Library, 801 Main Street, Conway, SC 29526
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm, Fri 8 am-6 pm, Sat 9 am-5 pm
All programs are FREE to the public.
Monday, July 18 @ 4pm – Lego Club for Kids: Kids will
take part in challenges and have fun building experiences.
Please call 843-915-7435 to register.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
Mondays: 10:30 Library Club for Kids – Join us for fun,
educational activities such as crafts and experiments. Open
to all ages. No registration required. Lunch is provided by
Horry County Schools after the program.
Saturday, July 23 @ 1 pm – Family Movie Matinee: Join
us for a newly released family film and snacks. No registration is required.
10:30 Adult Coloring – Come enjoy the latest craze.
Relaxing and fun. All materials are supplied. Drinks and
snacks served.
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Friday, July 15 @ 10am – Wii Sports for Adults: Join us
for a fun-filled morning getting our exercise with Wii
Sports. No registration is required.
Saturday, July 16 @ 11 am – Sensory Friendly Saturdays:
Activities especially for special needs children and their
families in a calm, comfortable environment. Snacks will
be served. Please call 843-915-7435 to register.
Wednesday, July 27 @ 2pm – Financial Literacy for
Teens: Sponsored by the Prosperity Center. Please call
843-915-7323 to register.
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Getting Kids To Love And
Respect
The Great Outdoors
Connecting with nature offers many rewards for children.
Spending time outside gives kids a chance to exercise in
the open air, engage all their senses of perception and
enjoy the simple pleasure of being outdoors.
Introducing kids to nature can be easy and fun for the
whole family. Here are a few tips:
Start in your own backyard: Children’s first introduction
to nature can start at home. Even small children can dig a
hole, hunt for bugs, plant sunflower seeds and watch them
grow, or help fill a bird feeder and watch the flocks come
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to feed. Parents can plant flowers that attract butterflies and
hummingbirds, then ask kids to notice when insect or bird
visitors arrive.
Take a nature walk: Start your preschoolers with a trip
to a park or nature reserve and take note of the flowers,
insects and animals you see. If you can’t identify them,
take a picture and try to research them online when you get
home. Some nature reserves offer guided walks, which are
great for older kids. Next, try short hikes. Be sure your
child has a pair of sturdy shoes. Wearing two pairs of
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socks—a thin nylon liner close to the foot and a thicker,
heavier pair on the outside—may help prevent blisters.
Hikes are a lot of fun but your child could become bored if
there isn’t anything going on for a long time. You can
engage them by playing games such as “I Spy” and challenge them to contests collecting leaves, stones or twigs to
help them relate to the nature around them.
Bring nature to the craft table: Collect items found on
nature explorations to create crafts that will bring the outside in. For example, dried flowers and leaves can be used
to make place mats or picture frames. Rocks can be decorated and transformed into paperweights.
Take the kids camping: When introducing camping, try
to keep the first trip short—about two nights—and keep
travel time to the site as short as possible. Before you go,
you may want to show kids a DVD about camping so they
know what to expect. For example, “Mickey Mouse
Clubhouse: Mickey’s Great Outdoors” features five
episodes from the “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse” TV show
that showcase how to enjoy outdoor activities such as
camping, fishing and exploring nature.
The camping episode shows that when camping, the first
thing to be done is to set up the campsite, put up the tent
and organize the fire. Only then do Mickey and friends go
fishing. The other ad–ventures introduce binoculars, using
maps and finding landmarks. Each episode incorporates the
value of using tools to help solve problems.
Teach children to respect nature and leave a small footprint: It’s fun to catch fish, but check size requirements and
throw back fish that are too small. Collect fireflies in a jar
but release them at the end of the adventure. Help children
remember to clean up after themselves outside and not litter.
Subscribe to a nature magazine: Nature magazines can
teach kids about different aspects of nature and help keep
them interested during the colder months when it’s not as
easy to spend time outside.
Look up: Teach children about the planets and the constellations. Take a lawn chair outside some nights and look
up at the stars or plan a picnic at dusk and watch the sun
go down. The changing sky offers a fascinating show.
Take a child to the seashore at low tide: Point out a few
tide pools, give your kids a bucket and let them go. Then
have fun discussing everything they bring back.
Plan a visit to a children’s zoo or petting zoo: Children
love the opportunity to see animals in their natural habitat
and may even have a chance to pet or feed them. It’s
another wonderful way to spend time outdoors together.
Visit natural history museums: These museums offer information about ecological systems and various animals. They
often have special exhibits and play areas specifically for
young children. Teaching your children to love the natural
world around them can be one of the best gifts you can
give them.
Before taking kids on their first camping trip, you may
want to show them a DVD so they know what’s involved.
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