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According to a Port of Call press release, a Folly Beach staple and French bistro are among the new additions to the Port of Call Food and Brew Hall adjacent to historic Charleston City Market.
The Artisan Dining Collection at 99 S. Market St. has added five new venues.
Here is an overview: Pineapple Hut, a Folly Beach favorite since 2019, recently joined the Port of Call Terrace, according to the press release. Their specialty Dole Whip can be served in a cup or bowl with fresh pineapple and is a dairy-free, gluten-free, cholesterol-free, low-fat, low-calorie, and vegan soft serve ice cream treat.A
Délicieux is a French bistro originally located in North Charleston offering freshly baked sandwiches, baked goods, quiches, coffee and more, according to the press release. Délicieux will be featured at the top of the Port of Call area. It is the creation of chef Bri Wilson from Brooklyn, New York.
Orchestrated by chef Jason De Souza, Taco Art is an authentic taqueria and will feature tacos, quesadillas, burritos and rice bowls, according to the release.
LowCo Seafood Shack is the manifestation of the former owners of Shem Creek’s The Shelter, who are converting their decades of experience in the Charleston food and beverage industry into a Lowcountry restaurant, the press release said. LowCo Seafood Shack serves fried seafood platters, Lowcountry cookery, shrimp and grits, boiled peanuts and local shrimp to peel and eat.
Pisco Mar is a Peruvian foodservice concept that will occupy Port of Call’s existing second floor, the press release said. It’s an intimate experience, curated by chef Esteban Delgado Diaz from Chiclayo, Peru, who recently relocated to the Lowcountry. Pisco Mar offers authentic Peruvian cuisine and cocktails, including ceviches, tiraditos, causas, empanadas, and arroz con pato, accompanied by pisco sours, chilcanos, Peruvian wines, and other pisco-based cocktails.
While Pineapple Hut, Délicieux and Taco Art have already opened their doors to customers, LowCo Seafood Shack and Pisco Mar are slated to make their Food and Brew Hall debuts later this fall, according to the press release.“I couldn’t be more excited to welcome these restaurants to Port of Call,” Ryan Kaufmann, co-owner of Port of Call Food and Brew Hall, said in the press release. “Our goal is to continue to strengthen Port of Call’s reputation as the provider of the highest concentration of diverse dining options in Charleston.”
With the launch of these new restaurants, the current residents, Bok Choy Boy, Iaca Bowls and Ren Osteria, are leaving the port of call area, according to the press release.Reach Jason at 864-568-7570.
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Young people in rural and underserved South Carolina communities can now get connected — to technology, resources and training — thanks to a $5 million grant from Google.org to the National 4-H Council.
The grant is aimed at expanding computer science skills and education to underserved youth across the country and builds upon support from Google.org, which is Google’s philanthropic arm, of computer science in 4-H that has reached 1.4 million students since 2017.
“In South Carolina, we are thrilled to continue to support this great effort and appreciate the opportunity National 4-H Council and Google have provided,” said Ashley Burns, S.C. 4-H Youth Development assistant director.
Computer science (CS) skills are critical to sparking interest in STEM and promoting workforce development skills that all young people need, Burns said.
And S.C. 4-H has a wealth of experience doing just that, with previous and continuing work related to CS and computational thinking skills including the 4-H Journey to Mars program, independent CS activities, professional development and the 4-H Engineering Challenge.
“To date, we have served over 3,000 youth with our programs,” Burns said. “We look forward to making the most of this investment by continuing and expanding CS programming efforts and engaging with the new National 4-H Summit, Clover and PYD Academy experiences.”
With this new funding from Google, 4-H will increase the reach of the Computer Science Career Pathways program for students from rural and under-resourced communities who have had minimal CS education.
The new grant will also help teach young people through Clemson Cooperative Extension’s in-person 4-H programs and online resources. These resources will provide access to computer science education to youth nationwide, including six million 4-H’ers and more than 3,500 educators across the 4-H system anytime and anywhere.
This effort combines the reach and educational expertise of 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, and the power of Google’s computer science knowledge and innovation. Since its start, 1.4 million youth have participated in the program, with 65% living rurally, 56% of teen CS leaders being girls and 47% coming from racially diverse backgrounds.
Despite the demand for high-skilled computer science professionals, opportunities to access this education have been out of reach for youth from rural and other underserved communities, said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO, National 4-H Council.
“We are proud to continue this initiative with help from Google.org to make a real difference in the lives of young people who otherwise wouldn’t be given a chance to discover their interest in computer science. This program goes beyond preparing youth for future careers. Teaching computer science at a young age develops problem-solving skills and confidence, and most important, empowers young people to find their spark and passion that translates to success in life,” she said.
The Code.org Advocacy Coalition’s 2021 State of Computer Science Education report found that while 51% of public high schools in the United States offer computer science, rural schools, urban schools and schools with high percentages of economically disadvantaged students are less likely to offer CS education. Black, Hispanic and Native American students are also less likely to attend schools offering CS courses than white students.
Delivering free computer science education to underserved communities is part of 4-H’s mission to provide equitable access to skills that help young people create opportunity and maximize their potential. The program also offers training and capacity-building for educators, volunteers, professionals and even teen leaders to create their own curricula and reach more youth.
“We believe Google and other companies have a responsibility to help people get the skills they need to get a good job, start a new business, and provide a solid foundation for their families — no matter what their age or where they live,” said Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google & Alphabet. “Computer science education is an important piece of this, and we look forward to working with our partners like 4-H to unleash the talent and drive of millions of people in communities across the US.”
This is the third grant Google.org has made in 4-H’s mission to reach and provide young people with opportunities in computer science education, totaling nearly $14 million since 2017. Google’s support will expand existing and bring new CS education programs to communities across Iowa, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Nebraska, and West Virginia. Read more about the initial grant that established the 4-H CS Pathway across 23 states.
4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for careers tomorrow. 4-H programs empower nearly 6 million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills.
4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3,000 local Extension offices, including all 46 South Carolina counties. Globally, 4-H collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries.
The research-backed 4-H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities, twice as likely to make healthier choices, twice as likely to be civically active and twice as likely to participate in STEM programs. Learn more about 4‑H at 4-H.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Over the next five months, they will participate in the Riley Institute’s award-winning Diversity Leaders Initiative before joining a network of more than 2,500 graduates across the state.
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Forty-three leaders from across the Lowcountry will have new tools and perspectives to leverage diversity to improve organizational outcomes and drive social and economic progress in South Carolina, gained through their participation in the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI).
These leaders, who are members of DLI’s 16th Lowcountry class, were selected through a rigorous application and interview process after being nominated by DLI alumni. They are uniquely positioned to create impact within their organizations and communities. Each class is crafted to reflect the diverse demographics in South Carolina.
“In a time of significant social strife, leaders must come together to identify ways to unite communities to improve outcomes for all,” said Dr. Don Gordon, executive director of the Riley Institute. “The DLI experience will help them as they lead South Carolina toward a better tomorrow.”
DLI classes are facilitated by expert Juan Johnson, an independent consultant who was The Coca-Cola Company’s first-ever vice president for diversity strategy.
Over five months, the class will engage in intensive discussions and scenario analyses that allow them to openly examine sensitive issues related to diversity and inclusion with fellow leaders, explore “blind spots,” and gain tools to develop strategies within their own organizations.
Class members also work together to develop capstone projects, partnering with nonprofit organizations to respond to real challenges and opportunities in their communities.
Graduates of DLI become Riley Fellows, members of a powerful cross-sector network of South Carolinians that includes corporate CEOs, legislators, superintendents, religious and nonprofit heads, and business and community leaders.
“With more than 2,500 Riley Fellows statewide, the impact these tight-knit leaders have is amplified with the addition of every new class,” Gordon said. “It’s a special thing to witness them coming together to make South Carolina a better place to live and work for all its residents.”
Listed below are the participants of the fall 2022 Lowcountry DLI class. The full roster of program graduates can be found online at furman.edu/riley.
Fall 2022 Lowcountry class participants:
Robert Behre
Editorial Writer
The Post and Courier
Charleston
Evan Bromley
Attorney
Bromley Law Firm LLC
Bluffton
Monique Brown
Senior Corporate Counsel & Privacy Officer
Benefitfocus
Charleston
Mike Carter
CEO
eGroup
Mt. Pleasant
Sarah Castle
Director, Amazon Technical Academy
Amazon
Charleston
Melanie Colclough
Executive Director
South Carolina Arts Alliance
Summerville
Ana Corson
Contracts Administrator
Advanced Technology International
Summerville
Beverly Cowart
SVP Talent Solutions
South Carolina Ports Authority
Mt. Pleasant
Jamie DeMent
Talent and Strategic Initiatives
CRDA
North Charleston
Grayson Dorr
Investment Finance Manager
South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA)
Summerville
Oscar Douglas
Director of General Counsel Investigations
Charleston County School Distrct
Charleston
Gina Ellis-Strother
Chief Administration Officer
Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission
Charleston
Jerry Evans
Attorney
Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman, LLC
Mt. Pleasant
Phil Ford
Public Relations and Proposal Development Officer
The Regional Medical Center
Orangeburg
Karel Givens
DBE Liaison Officer
Charleston County Aviation Authority
North Charleston
Emily Guerrero
Pro Bono Coordinator
Nelson Mullins
Charleston
Chris Harvey
Corporate Director of Operations
Charlestowne Hotels
Mt. Pleasant
Veronica Hemmingway
Southern Lowcountry Program Director, Grantmaking & Community Leadership
Coastal Community Foundation
North Charleston
Anita Huggins
Deputy Superintendent
Charleston County School Distrct
Charleston
Matt Johnson
Center Director, Beidler Forest Audubon Center
National Audubon Society
Harleyville
Blaik Keppler
Deputy Director, Marine Resources
SC Department of Natural Resources
Charleston
Kristen Lanier
Director
Berkeley County Economic Development
Moncks Corner
Lindsay Leonard
Senior Director, Government Operations
Boeing
North Charleston
J. Malik Lightbourne
Manager, Talent Management
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC
Aiken
Tonya Matthews
President and CEO
International African American Museum
Charleston
Cindi May
Professor of Psychology
College of Charleston
Mt. Pleasant
Kylon Middleton
Pastor
Mount Zion AME Church
Charleston
Mitch Mitchell
Councilman
City of Beaufort
Beaufort
Kyra Morris
President
Morris Financial Concepts
Mt. Pleasant
Evelyn Oliveira
Associate Pastor
Circular Church
Charleston
Jennifer Owens
Associate General Counsel
Sonepar
Charleston
Beth Patrick
Vice Chancellor for Operations, Finance and IT
University of South Carolina Beaufort
Bluffton
Debbie Rice
Senior Philanthropic Specialist
Wells Fargo
Charleston
Mikell Richards
Regional Sales Manager
United Community Bank
Mt. Pleasant
Chris Richardson
General Counsel and COO
BDV Solutions, LLC
Greenville
Reeves Skeen
Area Executive
First Citizens Bank
Charleston
Dale Threatt-Taylor
Executive Director
The Nature Conservancy South Carolina
Mt. Pleasant
Julie Walker
President
J.H. Walker Legacy Foundation
Mt. Pleasant
Richard Waring
Attorney at law
Law Office of Richard Waring, LLC
Charleston
Richard Waring
Vice President and Executive Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Charleston Chamber Foundation
North Charleston
Marty Watson
Chief Power Supply Officer
Santee Cooper
Moncks Corner
Holly Whitfield
Executive Director
Alliance for Full Acceptance
North Charleston
Karen Wrighten
Assistant Vice President/Campus Dean
Trident Technical College
Moncks Corner
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About the Riley Institute at Furman University
Furman University’s Richard W. Riley Institute advances social and economic progress in South Carolina and beyond by building leadership for a diverse society, broadening student and community perspectives on critical issues, hosting expert speakers, supporting public education, and creating knowledge through community solutions-focused research. It is committed to nonpartisanship in all it does and to a rhetoric-free, facts-based approach to change.
DJI Mavic Air2 drone over downtown and North Central with a shot over the Recovery Room bar courtesy of Stephen Nichols
Eyes on Cinema presents a new retrospective video on Bill Herrmann and his photo experience with a possible UFO that hovered over the Charleston Air Force Base in 1978.
The weather isn’t always perfect in Charleston, SC, it rains, it gets really hot, and even a little chilly. Today we are discussing the best indoor activities for these less-than-ideal days, from the South Carolina Aquarium to free museums.
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