It all began with a pen and ink artist out of New York. Harry Palmer was the first artist of the Palmer family, a well-known multi-generational family of artists. Generations later, Jim and Addison Palmer are collaborating with their Art League of Hilton Head exhibition, Generations, running May 3-28, 2016 with an Opening Reception on Thursday, May 5th from 5-7pm.

Up & Coming Sushi Chef Justin Patton Takes On the Roll at Saltus

Story and photos by Mark Shaffer

A brisk Tuesday night in late January at Saltus River Grill, the only place you’ll find sushi in downtown Beaufort. My wife Susan and I, along with filmmakers VW Scheich and Uyen Le, stake out prime seats in front of the sushi station. Lorrie and David Anderson join us after they lock up NeverMore Books right around the corner on Carteret. Tonight we’ve come for sushi and to experience the unique fusion of art, food and passion for which young Justin Patton is quickly building a buzz around town. Tonight he’s teamed up with buddy John Blood behind the bar. The two grew up together hanging at the skateboard park back in the day.

By Margaret Evans, Editor

There is a powerful force at work in our community, but if you don’t have a high school or middle school student in your house, you might be unaware of it. No, I’m not talking about adolescence – though, indeed, that is a force to be reckoned with.

            I’m talking about Beaufort Young Life. Adolescence, meet your match.

            The USCB Festival Series’ 36^th season concludes with a multihued sound palette. Break-out music of Schubert, mellow middle-period Beethoven, gorgeously melodic Tchaikovsky, and high voltage Sollima will provide a concert experience that stimulates and lifts the spirit. Come join in a journey of discovery, reflection, and aesthetic satisfaction.