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From the DI Front Porch: The holiday issue of the Front Porch has traditionally been our “Thankfulness Issue” In truth, what this issue is about more than anything else is getting to know our neighbors and strengthening community bonds. This year, instead of asking what you are thankful for, we are varying things slightly and asking our readers to send in their response to either or both of the following questions: What is the best thing that has happened to you this year? or What is the strangest thing that has happened to you this year? We welcome all responses and ask that you email them to us at info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com by November 12th so that we may include them in our next issue. *************************** The Daufuskie Island Front Porch will be hosting its annual 5K Walk/Run Fundraiser, our "Trot & Gobble - 5K & A Taste of Daufuskie" will be held on November 28th 2015 at 11:00AM. The race will start and finish at the Melrose Beach Club with o

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the First Union African Baptist Church - Daufuskie’s Community Church: Please come and celebrate Easter Sunday with us at our 10:00AM Easter Service at the church. Coffee and the Bible will start at 9:00AM at the Mary Fields School. Following the Easter Service, there will be an Easter Egg Hunt and Pot-Luck fellowship meal at the Mary Fields School. All are invited to attend this wonderful celebration! *************************** From the Daufuskie Island Council: Last Chance to Make Your Voice Heard! The response to the Daufuskie Island Council Survey has been great. It will definitely prove a useful tool as the Council charts its course over the next year. If you haven't responded, there's still an opportunity to join your neighbors and make your voice heard. Please follow the link below to the short, 11 question survey. It should take less than ten minutes. http://daufuskieislandfrontporch.us3.list-manage

I want to thank the editor of the Daufuskie Island Front Porch Newspaper Paula Nickels for tirelessly keeping everyone updated on DI News: Announcements and Reminders from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch Daufuskie Island Front Porch Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the First Union African Baptist Church: Join us this Sunday for special musical guest Bill Alston and the preaching of Pastor Clarence Edmondson. And then come down to the Mary Fields School following the service for a pot-luck fellowship meal. *************************** From Melrose: Greetings from Melrose! Join us tomorrow (weather permitting) for Bingo Bango Bongo at the Melrose Golf Club - call 843-422-6963 for details. Next Wednesday is All You Can Eat Crablegs at the Melrose Beach Club! Friday Night Oceanfront Low Country Boil and Oyster Roast is back - starting Friday April 3rd, live music by La Bodega!And remember to join us for Easter Brunch - 11-3 on Easter Sunday, Apri

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: As most of you have heard, beloved islander Chris Hutton passed away last weekend. The Hutton family would like to invite everyone to a Celebration of Life to be held at Marshside Mama’s on Sunday, November 30, at 1:00PM. The Huttons have asked that you bring stories and photos of Chris to share. Bring your own libations. Light appetizers will be provided. **************************** A golf tournament and silent auction to benefit the Hutton family will be held on December 7th at Bloody Point Golf Club and Eagle's Nest Restaurant. All proceeds will go directly to the Hutton family. If you are interested in playing in the tournament please call the Pro-Shop 843-341-5566. If you are interested in donating items for the auctions, please contact Haley Casey via facebook, or email her at haleybcasey@gmail.com ***************************** Those who would like their gift to be tax deductible, the Daufus

From the Daufuskie Island Elementary School: All are invited to attend and Oyster Roast & BBQ benefitting the DI Elementary School Sunday, March 25th from 3:30-7:30 at Jolly Shores Roasted oysters, Marshside Mama's pulled pork, hamburger, hotdogs & more! Bluegrass Music by Nitrograss Free Admission All donations benefit Daufuskie Island Elementary School ********************************************************** Be sure to mark you calendar and set your DVR for March 12! Daufuskie's own chef and author Sallie Ann Robinson will be featured on the Travel Channel's "Bizarre Foods" on Monday at 9:00 PM. ********************************************************** Reminder: Daufuskie Island Council Meeting Monday, March 12, 5:30-7:30 PM Mary Field School ********************************************************** And a word from our sponsor: Want to know which real estate company sold the most property on Daufuskie Island in 2011? For the answer go to www.thedau

Saturday was voting day on Daufuskie Island. It was a warm 60 degree sunny day and everyone takes a golf cart ride to vote. With 233 votes cast, below are the winners of the Council election: Patrick Ford 149 votes Catherine Tillman 124 votes Chuck Hunter 111 votes David Helmuth 108 votes The top three elected vote getters will serve for three years. The fourth highest vote recipient will serve for two years. Thanks to Chris Hutton, Pat Allison and Maree Hanson for their help in witnessing and tabulating votes.

I remember many Valentine's Days or evenings I should say at Marshside Mama's on Daufuskie Island. It really is a very fun place to be, even in February. We have had very warm weather in the south for January and February consider booking your Valentine's Day Dinner or just a weekendend getaway this month to Daufuskie Island. Don't forget to vote! The DI Council will hold its yearly election on February 11, 2012 at the Mary Field School starting at 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. The following candidates are on the ballot: John Coulter, David Helmuth, Chuck Hunter, Kaaren Montgomery, Terri Painter, John Schartner, Jodi Smith, Catherine Tillman. f you are unable to attend the day of the vote, proxy ballots can be submitted to Mr. Chris Hutton at P.O. Box 51,Daufuskie Island S.C. 29915. For ballot copies go to www.daufuskieislandcouncil.com. Ballots must be received by 3:00 PM on February 11. All proxies must be submitted with a copy of a a verification document. Valid verificat

The Daufuskie Island Elementary School invites you to: Italian Night at Marshside Mama’s Proceeds benefitting Daufuskie Island Elementary School February 14th (Valentine’s Day) Adult- $12 / Children $7 Includes dinner, dessert and beverage Musical Guest: Wendell Matthews Please make a reservation by calling Marshside’s at: 843-785-4755

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: Please join your Daufuskie Island Council for a "Meet-N-Greet" Sunday, January, 29, 3:00-5:00 PM at the Eagle's Nest at Bloody Point. This is not a meeting, but an informal gathering and an opportunity to meet current, out-going and present nominees. It is your time to discuss with them your comments, concerns and/or questions regarding our beautiful island. Spread the word and get involved... we need you! Appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be complimentary. Cash bar for beer and wine. Please plan to stay for dinner if you can! See you on the 29th!! ********************************** And a word from our sponsor: Want to know which real estate company sold the most property on Daufuskie Island in 2011? For the answer go to www.thedaufuskiefrontporch.com ********************************** The DI Council will hold its yearly election on February 11, 2012 at the Mary Field School starting at 9:00 AM until 3