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

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

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

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

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

People are constantly emailing me and telling me they would like to plan their wedding, birthday party, corporate event and many other special events on Daufuskie Island. I would love any person offering wedding planning, flowers, cake, music, catering, and any other party service to email me at fuskiegirl21@yahoo.com so that I can put together a Daufuskie Island vendor list. 

Hilton Head boater rescued from Calibogue Sound after three-hour struggle By CASEY CONLEY cconley@islandpacket.com 843-706-8147 By CASEY CONLEY The Island Packet Published Thursday, May 17, 2012 Updated Saturday, May 19, 2012 10 Comments   Full story: The Island Packet A Hilton Head Island man who fell from a speeding powerboat into Calibogue Sound Tuesday evening escaped serious injury after a New Jersey couple on Daufuskie Island answered his cries for help. John Capin, 51, was in chest-deep water when the rescue party led by N.J. state trooper and part-time island resident John Lebak reached him at about 9 p.m. near Haig Point. Exhausted and disoriented after battling the current Exhausted and disoriented after battling the current for three hours, Capin considers himself lucky to be alive. "I am very thankful John and his wife were out in the golf cart and were able to hear my screams," he said. "I was becoming very tired from all t