In South Carolina we celebrate Arbor Day on the 1^st Friday of December, and that seems strange to some folks who are used to planting trees in April. The reason for planting in the fall or winter is that roots have a chance to establish for 5 or 6 months before the spring flush.

Realistic Resolutions

Dear Aunt Bossy,

At the risk of being predictable, what do you suggest as a good way to keep New Year'€™s resolutions?

Lazy Lou

The Beaufort International Film Festival Marks a Dozen, February 21-25

Interview by Mark Shaffer

"€œEverything I learned I learned from the movies."€ - Audrey Hepburn

The scene takes place in downtown Beaufort in the wee small hours of a clear February night. A small group of people spill out of Breakwater Restaurant and Bar onto the deserted sidewalks of Carteret Street. The last of the After Party holdouts mill about and shuffle, exchange hugs, promises, last laughs and a few tears. Wearily and reluctantly they part and fade into the night and the 11^th annual Beaufort International Film Festival is officially over.

Art League of Hilton Head announces Anything Goes!, the 2018 annual member show. The entire gallery will be devoted to the best works from more than 170 exhibiting members. Artworks in all media will be on display and for sale. Truly, Anything Goes!