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The City Gallery at Waterfront Park

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City Gallery at Waterfront Park

34 Prioleau Street, Unit A

Charleston, SC 29401

843-958-6484

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Providencia, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2002


Wood structured and walled shacks are slowly being replaced by brick and concrete constructions. The community established at Providencia Hill is considered to be the first "favela" built in Rio de Janeiro. Its first inhabitants were soldiers of the Canudos (1893-97) campaign who camped and settled near the War Ministry waiting for their paychecks.

Jacarezinho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 2001

The community of Jacarezinho bloomed near an industrial region of Rio de Janeiro during the 1960's. It is considered the second largest "favela" of Rio. All the industries were relocated elsewhere during the 1990's, taking the jobs with them. This stairway in Jacarezinho is colorfully decorated with broken ceramic tiles.

Artist Statement:
Brazilian slaves were "freed" in 1888, because plantation owners worked out that it would be cheaper to hire Afro-Brazilian or European labourers. Almost 8 million people were simply turned loose on the roads. No housing, placement, education, job opportunities or health care were provided. The "favelas" were formed by groups of slaves that moved to the cities in search of job opportunities. This culture of exclusion created problems of its own that are the roots of today's violent drug and gang culture. Exclusion is the creative force behind the parallel world of the "favelas": parallel power, parallel economy, parallel society, parallel lives. The city exposes its permanently open wounds, and, in the third world, the consequences of an idealized past that excludes significant population groups. Architecture and landscape photographs are straightforward observations of marks that time and use, wear and tear, leave on the walls and on nature - indoors and outdoors, on the furniture, on the floor, on the shoreline, in the woods - mementoes of life that inexorably move on. Images taken with respect for the dignity of the inhabitants and the natural elements can be important tools for integration, respect and improvement of inter-human relations and with the environment. Photographs taken to observe and allow others to perceive dignity in personal, social or natural diversity. "Those who don't know, cannot go in". I photograph constructions from the slums - "favelas" - of Rio de Janeiro in the same manner I would photograph a monument or a wealthy home. I use architectural photography to make a statement about the people who dwell in such spaces. These images attempt to show the human dignity of the "favela" dwellers, in spite of all the difficulties faced by those who have no other choice but to live in these excluded communities. Most of the Brazilian middle class has never set foot inside a "favela". It has no idea of the parallel universe that exists in such places. These images reflect the responsibility with which I use my work. They are not about crime, or criminals, poverty, or misery, but about human beings who found, or placed themselves in extremely adverse situations and decided not to give up the struggle for a dignified existence.  -Pedro Lobo


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August 27, 2010:

A Stolen Motorcycle was reported on Infantry Drive in West Point. (OCA #2010-P-11343)

There were 2 Auto Break-ins reported in Mount Pleasant:
On Plover Avenue in Cassina Heights. (OCA #2010-P-11294)
On Royal Troon Court in Charleston National. (OCA #2010-P-11349)

A Theft of a Utility Trailer was reported on Provincial Circle in Patriots Province. (OCA #2010-P-11320)

A Theft of a Cash Box was reported at 640 Coleman Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-11327)

August 26, 2010:

Crime Update:
Burglary suspect from 1110 Park West Boulevard arrested. (OCA #2010-P-10972)

A Burglary was reported at 1096 Isle of Palms Connector. (OCA #2010-P-11248)

An Auto Break-in x 2 was reported on Royall Avenue in the Old Village. (OCA #2010-P-11260)

Graffiti Vandalism was reported at 1600 Palmetto Grande Drive at the Towne Centre. (OCA #2010-P-11249)

Counterfeit Currency was reported at 3010 South Morgan's Point. (OCA #2010-P-11279)

Credit Card Fraud/Suspicious Activity was reported at 235 Mathis Ferry Road. (OCA #2010-P-11251)


August 25, 2010:

Crime Update:
Assault and Battery suspect from Bank Street in the Old Village arrested. (OCA #2010-P-10909)

A Burglary/Auto Break-in was reported at 1904 North Highway 17. (OCA #2010-P-11196)

A Stolen Motorcycle was reported on Vision Road in Cove Inlet. (OCA #2010-P-11213)

Crime Update:
Stolen Moped suspect from Porcher Bluff Road arrested. (OCA #2010-P-10980)

There were 3 Auto Break-ins reported in Mount Pleasant:
On Heathland Way in Charleston National. (OCA #2010-P-11001)
On Mossy Oak Way in Belle Hall. (OCA #2010-P-11189)
On Enclave Drive in the Enclave. (OCA #2010-P-11192)

A Theft of a Lawnmower was reported on Intracoastal View Drive in Hamlin Plantation. (OCA #2010-P-11197)

August 24, 2010:

Discharging a Firearm with arrest was reported on Watermark Drive in Wando Crossing. (OCA #2010-P-11149)

A Burglary was reported on Basildon Road in Park West. (OCA #2010-P-11170)

Vandalism/Attempted Burglary was reported on Provincial Circle in Patriots Province. (OCA #2010-P-11154)

An Auto Break-in was reported at 1825 North Highway 17. (OCA #2010-P-11134)

Tampering with a Motor Vehicle/Disorderly Conduct with arrest was reported at 918 Seagull Drive at the Shemwood Town Homes. (OCA #2010-P-11153)

Vandalism was reported on Basildon Road in Park West. (OCA #2010-P-11150)

Vandalism was reported at 385 Egypt Road. (OCA #2010-P-11138)

August 23, 2010:

There were 3 Burglaries in Mount Pleasant over the weekend:
On McCants Drive in the Old Village. (OCA #2010-P-10890)
At 1110 Park West Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-10972)
At 821 Coleman Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-11083)

Trespassing with arrests was reported at 701 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-10973)

There were 4 Auto Break-ins reported in Mount Pleasant over the weekend:
2 in Charleston National:
On Heathland Way. (OCA #2010-P-10966)
On Royal Troon Court. (OCA #2010-P-11012)
2 in Cooper Estates:
On Pelzer Drive. (OCA #2010-P-10968)
On Pelzer Drive. (OCA #2010-P-11051)

There were 2 Stolen Vehicles reported in Mount Pleasant over the weekend:
On Porcher Bluff Drive. (OCA #2010-P-10980)
On Hindman Avenue in the Old Village. (OCA #2010-P-11064)

Heavy Equipment Vandalism was reported on Harborgate Shores Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-10977)

A Counterfeit Check was reported at 1104 Market Centre Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-10985)

Counterfeit Money was reported at 685 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard. (OCA #2010-P-11002)





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Charleston’s 18 cities can be overwhelming when it comes to finding the right area to live.  Preference is a huge factor in determining where to live in Charleston, but price is equally important.  After all, everyone (it seems) wants to live at the beach!  Who wouldn’t?  Charleston’s beaches and downtown area are the most sought after areas to live, but few buyers can afford them. Because of Charleston’s range in real estate values (from $20,000 to over $10 million), price is the best way to initially start narrowing down your home search.

Below is a guide to help you narrow down areas by price range.

These values are intended for houses.  Of course, you can get condos or townhouses in areas that you wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford.  However, for simplicity’s sake, this guide is for buyers considering houses only!

Under $150,000: The best areas for houses in this price range are Summerville, North Charleston, Hanahan, and Goose Creek.  If the quality of public schools is important to you, Summerville is the best option because it has some of the best public schools in all of Charleston.   $150,000-200,000:  Although it is possible in this price range to find houses in areas closer to downtown and the beaches (Mt. Pleasant, James Island, West Ashley), you will find that most of these houses are simply not very livable.  They may look great in the listings online, but they need more work and repairs than most buyers in this price range can afford.  And, the resale for these areas is less than ideal.  So, I would recommend still looking in the Summerville, Goose Creek, North Charleston, and Hanahan areas.

$200,000-250,000: You’ll find good starter homes in areas like Mt. Pleasant, James Island, Johns Island, and West Ashley.  Mt. Pleasant has excellent public schools, and James Island is also quite good for schools.  Both of these areas are also the closest to downtown Charleston and the beaches.  West Ashley and Johns Island are slightly more affordable, and they’re still a great location in the Charleston area.  If you’re willing to live further out (in the Summerville, North Charleston, Goose Creek section of Charleston), you will be able to find a much nicer home in this price range.

$250,000-400,000: This is an ideal price range if you are considering houses in the main Charleston County area.  In James Island and Mt. Pleasant, this is the average home price, so you will find a large selection of homes for sale.  In West Ashley and Johns Island, this is slightly upper priced, and you will get a little more home for the money in these more affordable areas.  In the cities further inland (like Summerville, North Charleston, and Goose Creek), this price range is reaching the top of the market.  So, you’ll be able to find homes overlooking golf courses and community lakes with lots of upgrades.

$400,000-600,000: Most buyers in this price range prefer Mt. Pleasant and James Island.  You will even be able to get marshfront homes in the upper part of this bracket.  And, of course, West Ashley and Johns Island are also good options.  However, you will also find more areas available to you after you reach the $400K mark.  Daniel Island and downtown Charleston have good homes in this price range, but you certainly will not be able to get waterfront or any other especially good location (since these 2 markets are more expensive).  Although you will find houses in Summerville, North Charleston, and Goose Creek in this price range, you will really be at the top of the market if you buy in those areas.  For resale, it would be better to consider the areas mentioned above because those markets easily support home values in this range.

$600,000-800,000: In addition to finding waterfront or fully upgraded homes in Mt. Pleasant and James Island, you will also find options on Johns Island and West Ashley.  In Daniel Island and downtown Charleston, this price range is considered pretty average, so you will find nice homes in the middle of their markets.  The beaches will have some houses under $800K (or you can get waterfront townhouses or condos in this price, too).  Folly Beach and Isle of Palms are the most affordable beaches in Charleston, so they will be your best bets in this range.  However, it would also be worth considering Wild Dunes, Seabrook Island, and Kiawah Island for that occasional house that is listed under $800K.

$800,000 plus: For resale value, it is important to be in a market that can support million dollar homes.  In James Island and Mt. Pleasant, you will find the very best homes that are available in those areas.  Almost all of these will be either on deep water or overlooking the Charleston Harbor.  The beaches also support million dollar homes very well.  In addition to Isle of Palms, Folly Beach, Wild Dunes, Kiawah, and Seabrook, you will also find homes on Sullivan’s Island.  Daniel Island would also be a good investment because its strict community rules ensure that homes are well cared for.  Downtown Charleston is always a good market, too.  It has always been in high demand from home buyers, but only a percentage can actually afford living downtown.  In this price range, however, you will find a good selection of historic homes in the most desirable neighborhoods, like South of Broad.



About the Author: Lee Keadle is a Realtor with Carolina One Real Estate in Charleston, SC.  On his website you can search all of the listings on the MLS, regardless of listing company, including Carolina One Mt Pleasant and Summerville Real Estate.

APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED  FOR THE MILITARY DREAM
WEDDING GIVEAWAY 
Applications for the 2nd Annual Military Dream Wedding Giveaway being held in Charleston, South
Carolina and presented by Joanna Bailey Weddings can now be submitted until March 31, 2010.

DENVER, CO (March 1, 2010) --- Joanna Bailey Weddings announced today that applications for the 2nd
Annual Military Dream Wedding Giveaway will be accepted until midnight, March 31, 2010.  The criteria for a
couple wanting to submit an application is simple:

1. One or both parties much be either active duty or recently discharged from the military.
2. One or both parties must have either served overseas or have verifiable orders to return
from a current deployment prior to/for the wedding weekend. 
3. The couple submitting the application must be currently engaged.
4. Couples submitting an application must include their personal story, photo and all
contact info, including rank, station, and Commanding Officer’s information.
5. All applications must be emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  

This year’s Military Dream Wedding Giveaway is scheduled to be held in November in Charleston, South
Carolina.  The winning couple will be notified on April 1, 2010, and announced nationally on April 3. 


Last year’s recipients of the first Military Dream Wedding Giveaway received a wedding package valued at
almost $80,000.00.  On November 15, 2009, Active Duty Marine Corporal Curtis Evans and Fiance
Kendra Johnson, both of North Carolina and now Corporal and Mrs. Evans, took their vows in front of
friends and family at Redline Art Gallery in Denver, Colorado and became the first recipients of the Military
Dream Wedding Giveaway presented by Joanna Bailey Weddings.  Joanna Bailey Weddings decided at that time to
make the Military Dream Wedding Giveaway an annual event with a different wedding location every year.

This year’s 2nd annual Military Dream Wedding Giveaway in Charleston, South Carolina will exceed last year’s
package value and already has vendors confirmed from around the country.  “This is such a joy to create and
bring to life a Fairy Tale,” shares Joanna Bailey of Joanna Bailey Weddings.  “To be able to bring in
exceptional vendors from around the country and collaborate for such a great purpose is an honor.”

Joanna Bailey Weddings is an award winning, full-service boutique wedding planning and design firm. 
Combining a unique combination of Southern charm and modern sophistication, the Joanna Bailey
Weddings design team delivers a personalized approach to your wedding day.  Joanna Bailey Weddings has
grown rapidly, designing custom weddings at home, across the country, and around the world.  For more
information, please visit us online at www.joannabaileyweddings.net.
Last years Winners:

While all the world was focused on the Winter Olympics, very special athletes and their coaches were  busy right here in Charleston SC training for the 2010 Mid-Winter Games with “The Special Olympics.” The Mid -Winter Games are one of three games "The Special Olympics" hold through out the year. HobnobCharleston had an opportunity to speak with Lucy Swaffield, the program director for district 2, recently about The Special Olympics' year round training and competitions.  The Special Olympics is not a once a year activity. This organization is in full speed all year long because "The Special Olympics" is actually a  Sports Organization offering training in multiple levels of competitions (local, state, national and world). Before an Athlete comes to any of the State Games they must have trained for a min of 8 weeks, and competed on a local level (when available).There are 24 different sports statewide and children can get involved as young as 3 years old.

"The Special Olympics" partners with other agencies and non-profits such as Charleston County Parks and Rec., Charleston community Sailing, and The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry to  help make the events a reality, but there is a great opportunity for the business community to get involved as well .Community sponsors  are a great way for area businesses to support "The Special Olympics" as well as offering volunteers. There is always a need for Coaches, day of event volunteers, fund raising, and supporters simply checking in on the teams.

The Special Olympics does not only reward the athlete but everyone who chooses to be involved. One of Lucy’s favorite success stories comes from last summer’s games. “Whitney is in her 20's and has Down Syndrome. She is very involved in many different S.O. sports, including Sailing, Tennis, Basketball, and the Running Club. But for the last 2 summers she has been on the Kayak team. Every practice for 2 summers Whitney showed up, and was excited to get on the water. While she was in her kayak with her Unified Partner, she would nervously hold her paddle, hold her head down slightly and anxiously practice the skills as the Coaches taught them. If you asked if she was having fun she'd say "Yeah" in a nervous and shaky voice. 
Well, when it came time for our 2nd annual Kayak Competition, Whitney and her Partner Chris were competing in the first event of the day. I look out across the lake and saw their kayak skimming across the water. Both Athlete and Partner were in perfect rhythm, both paddling as hard as they could. Whitney was sitting up straight and as confident as I have ever seen her. She was demonstrating every skill the team had been taught over the years. Looking at them paddle, you could not tell who was the special needs Athlete and who was the Unified Partner! The kayak Coach shed a few tears of joy when she saw Whitney competing. We were very proud of her, and it was very exciting to see her confidence grow and for her to compete so well. “

Participating in  The Special Olympics touches so many lives because deep down inside of us all, we know what matters in life is more than winning, it is the journey to crossing the finish line.
Lucy explained, “In Special Olympics we want the Athletes to learn a sport or skill, but it is the other benefits that can not be overlooked. The friendships made, the confidence gained, and the social and team work skills the Athletes can take with them into the workplace or school.”

Currently there are approximately 700 athletes in the Charleston, Dorchester, Berkeley counties, and 20 different sports. The next scheduled event is for the 2010 Mid-Winter Games torch Run on March 5 at Brittlebank Park, Charleston, South Carolina. This is for all local runners who want to support Special Olympics’ Athletes.

To find out more about the Special Olympics in South Carolina visit http://so-sc.org/cgi-bin/p/awtp-home.cgi?d=special-olympics-south-carolina


Lucy Swaffield, CTRS
District 2 Program Director
Office/Fax: 843-795-6226
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Websites of interest to Area 6:
Dorchester County Special Olympics
Berkeley County Unified Sports® Soccer Program
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Recently an associate of mine and I had the privilege of spending the day with the owner of ATP Gunshop & Range in Summerville, SC., Arlyn Pendergrast. I say it was a privilege because the attention we received, although no different from any other customer, was extremely personal and informative. I had never felt so comfortable in a place full of arms and ammunition. Arlyn had me sold on a Smith & Wesson Revolver within 5 minutes. You would think it was the Lazar sights and pink handle that had me hooked, but actually it was the information behind those features that intrigued me the most.

For example, I just thought the pink handle was cute, but there is a method to that fashion statement. Arlyn explained that when a perpetrator sees a woman with a pink handle they automatically know that it is her gun. They know the chances are very good  she knows how to use it and  probably will. As for the Lazar, well this is the feature I found to be a necessity. For one, you don’t have to be a great shot with a Lazar sight. Second, when a Lazar beam shines across a dark room or parking lot no one is in misunderstanding of where the bullet will go. It is a great scare feature. The hope is the perpetrator will retreat when confronted with either of these circumstances. When and if that is not the case ,it is the intense training you can receive at ATP Gunshop that will insure you will be the one walking away, alive, from any incident.

Women tend to have a lot of fears about gun safety. Probably more so than men, especially if there are children in the house. After years of TV documentaries, scientific studies, and controlled testing on children, I think it is safe to say little boys are drawn to guns like a magnet. So, does this mean a law abiding citizen shouldn’t have a gun for protection against a home invasion because small boys live in the house? I argue no, because there is a perfect fix for this gun safety issue. Gun safes with “automatic key pad locks.” They come in a wide variety of sizes, the smallest is perfect to keep one gun loaded, locked, and attached to the side of your bed or night stand. The key pads are similar to those on the door of a new car except they don’t have the numbers.

Not only did we get some great training and advice on gun safety and shooting , we also caught a glimpse of the gossip gun owners and buyers are discussing. No doubt, the second amendment rights are the number one topic. There is much fear right now that the government is trying to intervene in gun ownership which is guaranteed by the US Bill of Rights. One store clerk told us, "It is easier to stop people from getting a new gun than taking away old guns.” I guess this explains the 30% increase in sales of handguns in just the last year at the ATP. Ammunition also seems to be on everyone's must buy list as well. There is a lot of talk about bills being introduced that would affect ammunition manufacturers. laws would be passed to decrease the life of a bullet, potentially this could keep ammunition scarce and expensive . Statistically there are five years worth of ammunition in the USA, as long as people continue to buy and shoot. In contrast there are two hundred years of guns available to be sold. It is easy to see how effective it would be to go after the ammunition instead of the gun. So as the gossip and fear may encourage some in Charleston, SC to get armed up it is the level of random violence that may encouraged others.

Mass shootings and random violence seem to be increasing yearly and continue to be in areas that guns are restricted. College Campuses are a prime example. It is becoming more apparent that the bad guys don’t follow these "no gun" rules. So this leaves a question to be answered, how are the good guys supposed to defend themselves? Last June Gov. Mark Sanford signed into law a bill that allows concealed permit holders to have guns on school grounds, the catch is the guns must remain secured and in the vehicle. It is interesting to hear different perspectives. College students and teacher were asked how they felt about this and most were worried to death that this law would cause an increase in violence. Well, not so far. It seems that there are misconceptions about law abiding citizens who carry guns. Those with a concealed weapons license take part in an eight hours course and a number of background checks. Nevertheless, this new law probably won’t stop any attacks either unless the  attacker allows a time out for the good guys to run to their car and unlock their fire arms.

ATP Gun Shop has a highly skilled staff of trainers to teach everything from basic gun safety to target practice. They even have special Ladies night dedicated to creating a calm and less intimidating atmosphere for women to learn more about different types guns & shooting. ATP provides women trainers on these nights as well.

To learn more about Ladies Night or any of the special membership programs offered at the ATP Gunshop visit  http://www.atpguns.com/