Cat-Tales, August 2016

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CAT - TALES
Volume 23 | Issue 8 | August 2016
Contributors
What's Inside?
Bill Allen
Fred Ammann
Jan Boland
Jim Carey
Jerri & Bill Connor
Becky Dus
Sharon Eisele
Beth Erskine
Jack Eyler
Linda Eyler
Jane Goldworth
Jackie Greiner
Virginia Hamill
Arthur Hill
Jerry Hrabica
Jerry Iverson
Chuck Jackson
Ken Kosak
Betty Lewis
Henry Livingston
Gina Mancinelli
Sis Mitchell
John Muuss
Chris Nicholas
Stuart Pike
Genna Porter
Roberta Pukala
Judy Rubin
Nancy Seyferth
Robyn Smith
Ron Smith
Mary Helen Turek
Tom Woods
3
POA President’s Column
4
Youth Fishing Derby
5
Becky Dus, TOSJ Mayor
6
Ken Kosak, The Clubs GM
7
SJFD Update
9
SJ Service Club
10
Artisans Corner
11
POA Staff – Nancy Seyferth
12
Brunswick Concert Band
13
Mosquito Control Tips
14
SJ POA Activities Committee
16
St. James Construction Report
18
Who is This Guy?
19
Fly with Us
21
Fishing Derby Standings
23
Inside the Peloton
25
Behind the Scenes
26
Photo Club Winners
26 Meet the Armstrongs
27
St. James P.R.I.D.E.
28
Avoiding the Con
29
Computer Scams
30
USTA: 70s Rock On
31
Regency Lakes Parade
33
WAVES 4 K.I.D.S.
34
Perfection: Trap Shooting
35
Relay for Life
37Wassup?
39
Travel with Grandchildren
41
American Legion
42
Kitchen and Tasting Tour
43
Gardening Tip and Tasks
Staff
Editors
Linda Eyler
Arthur Hill
Associate Editors
Bill Allen
Betty Lewis
Paul Maguire
Sue Maguire
Marilyn Rudolph
Robyn Smith
Photo Editor
John Muuss
Communications
Chair (POA)
Linda Eyler
Printer/Advertising
Coastal Printing & Graphics
Melody Bellamy
910-754-5929
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Save the Date!
St. James Plantation POA
25th Anniversary Birthday
Party/Picnic
Sunday, October 16, Noon-5 p.m.
Woodlands Park
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Woodlands Park
by John Muuss
Cat-Tales is published monthly by the St. James Plantation Property Owners Association (POA) of St. James, North Carolina to communicate
information of interest to its property owners. Reproduction in whole or parts is prohibited without permission from the publisher (POA). The
views and opinions of the writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect that of the POA. Per the POA communications policy, the POA does
not endorse commercial products or services, and does not publish advertorial or political and religious belief articles.
President's Column
Jerry Iverson
St. James Plantation POA
In January, the POA sent a survey to all non-resident
property owners to obtain information on: (1) timing to build in St. James Plantation (SJP), (2) types of
activities they would like to participate in when they
moved to SJP, (3) effectiveness of POA communications, and (4) general comments on any topic. In April,
we sent a similar survey to resident property owners.
Non-Resident Results
A total of 1,033 surveys were sent out, and we had a
27 percent response rate. More than 83 percent of respondents plan on building a home in St. James, with
39 percent building by the end of 2017. During the
early days of SJP, most buyers planned to build within four-five years. The event horizon now is one-two
years with current buyers.
More than 90 percent had a very positive view of
Cat-Tales, “What’s-Up St James,” and the POA’s blast
emails. However, less than 50 percent have accessed
the POA website.
Resident Results
This survey was sent to 3,531 property owner residents. Of that total, 2,554 emails were opened and
read. A total of 1,382 property owner residents participated in the survey — a 39 percent response rate.
That’s a good rate, and I would like to thank all of you
who participated.
Survey questions on POA communications were
largely addressed in the June/July issue of Cat-Tales.
However, I would like to add a couple of comments.
Cat-Tales magazine had a 96 percent positive rating,
and 85 percent of those surveyed want it to remain a
hardcopy magazine. Only 25 percent of the respondents would continue to read the magazine if it were a
digital only, with another 35 percent stating they would
probably read it in digital form.
Based on these results, we will keep Cat-Tales as a
monthly, hardcopy publication. To do this, we need
continuing support from community volunteers to
write, edit and produce the magazine. We’re recruiting
new volunteers, so if you have ever wanted to write,
edit or work production, this is your opportunity.
We had a number of good comments on our Open
Informational Meetings (OIM). We’ll be addressing
many of the requested topics in the coming months,
including more information on activities outside the
gates. For example, our August meeting will include a
guest speaker — the County Director for Economic
Development and Planning. He will address the business environment, current plans, and what the county
is doing to promote additional business opportunities.
Other suggested topics include Beach Club parking,
SJP sales, “sell out” and “build out” projections, future of The Clubs, and infrastructure plans — specifically roads. We have addressed most of these topics in
monthly OIMs and earlier editions of Cat-Tales, but I
will continue to provide updates both in the OIMs and
in future Cat-Tales articles.
Activities
Non-resident
property
owners were
asked to identify the top
four activities
they
would
like to see at
SJP. Resident
property owners were asked
to identify the
top four activities in which
they currently
par ticipate.
Due to limitations of the
survey structure, only 10
activities were
listed.
ACTIVITY
RESIDENTS
NONRESIDENTS
Walking –
Nature trails
23%
22%
Golf
22%
21%
Bicycling
18%
-
Fitness Classes
– Workouts
17%
-
Fishing
6%
11%
Tennis
5%
8%
Kayaking
3%
15%
Pickleball
3%
5%
Community
Gardens
1%
7%
Bocce Ball
1%
5%
Model Yacht
Boating
-
2%
Bowling
-
5%
Note: Different activities listed in the two
surveys
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St. James Youth Fishing Derby
During a hot July day, the St. James Fishing
Club hosted 150 enthusiastic youngsters,
ages 2-14, during a highly successful Youth
Fishing Derby. The young contestants
caught and released more than 180 fish at
the Woodlands Park Pond, cheered on by
parents, grandparents and volunteers.
All children received a medal for their
efforts and their skills. For many, it was their
introduction to this great sport. Young anglers
were awarded trophies in four age groups,
and also for the largest bass, catfish and
sunfish caught.
“Sponsoring this family-focused event is
a true honor for the fishing club,” said Ron
Smith, president of the St. James Fishing
Club. “We hope we have helped develop an
appreciation for fishing and conservation of
the great outdoors for future generations.”
The club acknowledged the event’s sponsors
who helped make it successful: The Town
of St. James and Mayor Becky Dus, POA
Ponds Committee, POA Security, St. James
Developer, Troon, the St. James Fire
Department, Angler’s Marine, D.L. Bianchi’s
Construction, Goldfuss Irrigation, Home
Depot, Mike’s Garage Band, Dutchman’s
Creek Bait and Tackle, South Brunswick
High School Aquaculture students, Team
Bassmaster, and St. James P.R.I.D.E.
Photos by Jack Eyler
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BECKY DUS
Mayor
Town of St. James
I’d like to address two topics in this issue of
Cat-Tales — the St. James Drive extension
and the street light study.
St. James Drive Extension
In the May issue, I shared a general timeline for
this project, which ended with the road opening
to traffic some time in November. You may be
wondering what’s happening, because you
haven’t seen any evidence of road construction
and it’s already August. After all, how long does
it take to build 1,000 feet of road?
Unfortunately, the length of the road doesn’t
matter. Detailed designs, necessary approvals
and permits, preparation of bid documents,
bidding of the project, and hiring the construction
firm need to occur before road construction can
begin.
Our engineers have spent the past two-three
months doing just that. They developed the
final design documents and pursued approvals
and permits from NCDOT (Traffic Impact
Study approval, driveway permit), NCDEQ
(stormwater and erosion control permits), and
Oak Island (development permit). As I write
this article, they should put the project out to
bid by mid-August.
Give us a couple of weeks to select the
construction company and sign the contract,
and then look for construction activity by the
end of the month or early September. At this
point, we still expect to complete construction
and open the road in November.
Street Lights
Attendees at the July 5 Town Council Meeting
heard our lighting expert present her findings.
Over eight evenings in January-March, she
and her team reviewed every street light
under the town’s responsibility, including the
town hall and community center site and the
commercial area at Committee Drive (the Town
isn’t responsible for the golf courses, marina
and condo parking lots).
The consultants identified a number
of maintenance issues in addition to
recommending the addition, removal and
relocation of a number of street lights. We’re
now reviewing their recommendations with
residents and working with BEMC to get
current billing data. We’re also evaluating
various LED products in conjunction with
assessing the feasibility of changing fixtures
throughout the community. Our overall goal is
to have consistent and sufficient street lighting
throughout our residential areas, with minimal
light intrusion into our homes and the night sky.
Next month, I’ll talk about how residents can
help to keep our street lights in good working
order so that we receive the lighting quality
that we expect. In the meantime, for those that
would like further information about our street
lights, the report may be accessed on the
Town’s website at www.townofstjamesnc.org.
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KEN KOSAK
General Manager
The Clubs at St. James Plantation
The Clubs: Adapting to New Priorities
According to a recent survey conducted by The McMahon Group, one of the leading
private club consulting firms, private clubs are moving away from the “stuffy” traditional
golf or country club environment. Instead, they’re headed towards a more relaxed,
resort-style ambiance, where programming and services are casual in nature, yet
sophisticated and of great quality.
While hugely important for us as a club, many private
club members no longer have golf and recreational
activities at the top of the importance list when
responding to membership surveys. What were once
fixtures in survey importance have now been replaced
with food and beverage and social activities. For us,
keeping abreast of the latest trends and moving with the
industry means enriching your all-around membership
experience in club life.
The 2015 Membership Survey indicated that the food
and beverage service is the most important aspect
of club experience. Our focus for 2016 has been
on creating individual identities for each restaurant.
Beginning with the launch of the new Reserve Club
menu this June, and continuing into the fall, each
restaurant will have new menus, presentations and a
higher-quality product.
Social activities and service quality continues to rank at
the top of importance industry-wide. With the addition
of Founders Fridays, Chef ’s Table Dinners, Member
Mixers and more live music events, we strive to provide
something for everyone.
According to “Club Trends,” a publication of the
National Club Association, 66 percent of survey
respondents felt that communication was an issue.
Interestingly enough, the issue was not the lack of
communication from the club, but an abundance of
communicating or too much clutter.
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Keeping our membership connected and up-to-date on
all the latest happenings is of utmost importance. In
an effort to improve communication and reduce the
clutter, The Clubs launched a new website at the end
of 2015. Along with our daily email communication,
The Clubs home page features the latest news and
announcements, along with a calendar of events and a
host of other interesting features for you, as members,
to use. In keeping with the subject matter of being
relevant, we at The Clubs are constantly focused on
making improvements in an effort to become your
“Favorite Place Status” for you to enjoy.
This summer is certainly very exciting for us, with
the biggest improvements taking place at the SeaSide
complex. The SeaSide Outdoor Bar and Grille has
become a hugely popular destination for enjoying a
relaxing beverage or meal poolside with friends and
family. Opening later this fall, the new 11,000 squarefoot Signature Wellness Center will not only step up our
fitness program but also introduce a feeling of resort
living to the membership with an integrated SeaSide
Complex.
As the private club world continues to progress, it is
our goal to keep The Clubs at St. James innovative
leaders in our ever-evolving industry.
St. James
Fire Department
SJFD
UPDATE
Equipment Purchases at SJFD
can be used to teach and practice the insertion of
airway devices used for creating a direct airway to
The St. James Fire Department recently received the lungs. SJFD also purchased four automated
several donations as memorials for two residents external defibrillator (AED) trainers to replace
who have passed away. These kind and generous older versions that don’t reflect new protocols.
gifts were specifically earmarked by the Mills and
Harper families for the Emergency Medical Service The new equipment will be used to train EMTs,
firefighters, fire police and members of the
(EMS).
community. We’re proud of our community’s
The SJFD EMS supported the Mills and Harper eagerness to learn CPR and to use AEDs. We’re
families during the difficult times leading to the offering classes for the community during the
respective passings of the family members. The summer, so be alert for announcements.
bequests each indicated that the donations be used
The Mills and Harper families made these purchases
specifically for wish-list acquisitions.
possible through the creation of memorials. This
process is a wonderful way to reward organizations
with which the deceased felt an affinity. The SJFD
is deeply and sincerely grateful to both families and
to those who generously made donations in the
names of the deceased. Thank you.
Update on Proposed Second Station
As you may know, St. James Properties, LLC., has
donated property on Oceanic to the SJFD. We hope
to build a second station at the site to complement
our main fire house and allow us to respond rapidly
to more distant fires or emergencies.
An engineering feasibility study is about to get
started which will determine whether the property
(l-r) Captain Carol Hazelton, LT Dennis O’Connor, LT can handle a heavy firetruck and an ambulance.
Cindy Willard, LT Bill Bell, Mrs. Jack Mills and Asst. Once the station is built, it will house an engine
Chief Harry Einbinder. Not pictured is Mrs. Gil Harper. carrying more than 500 gallons of water and a fully
equipped ambulance. We’re at the initial stages of
this expansion which will help protect and serve
The EMS staff went to work to select equipment you better. As we progress, we’ll keep you up to
worthy of these donations. The staff wanted to date.
select equipment that would have a long service
duration (not consumables) and could benefit the As always, we can use volunteers in all branches of
the SJFD — fire fighters, fire police and emergency
community.
medical technicians.
The staff recommended purchasing seven adultsized and four infant-sized mannequins, which By Jim Carey
can be used for CPR training and practice. Six
mannequins respond to CPR compressions and
inhalations, providing audible and visual feedback
when CPR is done correctly. A seventh mannequin
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The St. James Service Club (SJSC) held its General
Membership Meeting and Spring Grant Award Brunch in
June. This year, the SJSC raised a total of $110,000 to help
address many needs in Brunswick County. The club awarded
the following grants:
• American Legion Post 543: To sponsor a young
woman to attend the Girls State Leadership and
Development Program.
• Brunswick County Literacy Council: To renew
its GED licenses. Brunswick County has more than
11,000 residents age 16 and older who cannot read
at more than a fourth grade level.
• Furever Friends Animal Rescue: To provide routine
and emergency medical care to animals they rescue.
This grant was made possible from funds raised by
Wags and Woofs.
• Hope Harbor Home: To provide emergency funds
to help women in transition. Hope Harbor Home
operates Brunswick County’s only program offering
around‐the‐clock response and shelter to victims of
domestic violence and their children.
• Matthew’s Ministry: To provide backpacks of food to
children for one weekend. Matthews Ministry delivers
food to 500 children in 13 Brunswick County schools.
• Pretty in Pink Foundation: To support the new
training program, “Your Breasts: What’s Normal?
What’s Not?” to help women and men become more
active in assuring their own breast health.
• Southport Oak Island Animal Rescue: To be used
for drainage and dirt to provide a safe play yard for
dogs the organization rescues. This grant was a
result of funds raised by Wags and Woofs.
• WAVES 4 K.I.D.S.: To help fund their Little Tykes,
Tweens and Teens (LTTT) clothes closet and
Computers for Kids programs.
• Brunswick Community College Foundation: To
fund BCC scholarships for three nursing students.
Club member Betty Pratt was presented a Certificate of
Appreciation for her many contributions to the SJSC since she joined in 2008. Her achievements
include outstanding contributions to the Flea Market and and her introduction and coordination of such
service projects as serving meals to the military, preparing meals for hospice families and the new
Garments for Grads project.
SJSC also thanked outgoing President Stephanie Macaluso for her leadership and welcomed newly
elected President Barbara Bliss.
You can access the SJSC website at www.stjamespoanc.org, under the Clubs and Groups tab for
details about our school supply drive, Trivia Night on September 25 and other upcoming events.
By Roberta Pukala
Photos by John Muuss
Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license is available from the State
Solicitation Licensing Branch at 919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the state.
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THE ARTISANS CORNER
June’s Artists of the Month
Carol Szot is a basket maker
who finally found time to pursue her art after her retirement
in 2004. Carol learned basket
weaving with a group of new
St. James friends. The Artisans
of St. James, and now, Carol
take great joy and pride in displaying her baskets and crocheted items at the gallery.
Ron Gold specializes in
Intarsia art, employing a
technique that uses various
shapes, sizes and species
of wood to create a threedimensional picture. Intarsia
uses different types of wood,
taking advantage of their
natural grain patterns and
colors to create the picture. Ron’s creations have
won numerous local, regional and statewide awards.
One of his projects, the Town of St. James Seal,
hangs in Council Chambers at Town Hall.
Ted Zawistowski has been an
artist in St. James for the past
eight years. He’s a self-taught
tile artist, having learned by
observation, study and direct
experience. He combines
color, shape, texture and
form to craft his own style in
items that are both functional
and beautiful. His works include trays, table tops,
benches and wine racks. Ted’s more recent pursuit
is a series of coaster sets from photos transferred,
under heat, to tiles.
August’s Artist of the Month
Karen Hiteshew has been
involved in artistic expression
since she began writing poetry
and learning to crochet while
in her teens. Her beautiful,
crocheted pieces show her
persistence in learning all
types of specialized stitches
and her use of interesting
color combinations. Her poetry is shown to best
advantage in the framed poem she has on display
July’s Artists of the Month
at the gallery. Karen has tried a variety of artistic
Ann Thompson is a people endeavors and is always open to learning new
watcher, which shows in all her things.
paintings. Ann portrays her
Tricia Hill is a photographer whose plan was to
subjects in opaque watercolor
photograph outdoor scenes as inspiration for
(gouache). They’re pictured
drawing and painting. Tricia’s first panoramic
on beaches, river boats or
sunset, taken at the beach, took her breath away.
gingerbread cottages. They’re
The brilliant shades of blue, orange and reds that
often in the company of cats,
faded into magenta couldn’t be improved, and Tricia
dogs, gulls and geraniums. Her
fell in love with the camera. Even black and white
art won a Saturday Evening
film has helped Tricia develop an appreciation of
Post cover contest and a car.
form and the effects of light on everything we see.
Tricia’s brush and pallet is now her camera lens.
Meet the Artists
The reception for the August Artists of the Month
will take place 4-6 p.m., Thursday, August 11. Come
enjoy the refreshments and peruse the Gallery.
You’ll be in good company!
By Virginia Hamill
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Behind the scenes at the
POA office is Nancy
Seyferth, the Compliance Coordinator. She
makes sure that everyone
that comes to St. James
— owners, builders,
contractors and visitors
— know the community
rules. One reason why
residents chose to live here is because of our well-run
community — thanks in part to Nancy’s efforts.
Although Nancy periodically tours the community to
spot violations, property owners can also contact her
anonymously regarding a potential issue. Nancy then
researches and resolves the issue, which usually includes contacting the offender. She then documents
each issue in one of two violation databases — speeding by drivers and ACC violations by property owners
and builders.
Born in Illinois, Nancy majored in English at Illinois
State University, which makes her a natural to help
with updating the POA website and writing Cat-Tales
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In 1986, she married Richard at Pebble Beach Chapel, Carmel, California. Yes, she’s a golfer. When they
moved to Toledo, Ohio in 1989, becoming the POA’s
president there gave her useful experience for her current job.
After moving to Southport in 2003, Nancy worked in
the Shallotte office of several Wilmington radio stations maintaining their websites. Starting in 2009, she
taught computer courses at Brunswick Community
College and later, English (Writing Skills) — which
she still does.
After work, she likes to relax by golfing, spending time
at the pool, dining out with Richard and reading.
Nancy provided insight to her current job, “The POA
and the Town have different responsibilities and as the
community grows, changes are inevitable.” She concluded by saying, “Communication is important to
solving any issue, especially with your neighbor. The
best thing about my job is seeing neighbors work things
out.”
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Brunswick Concert Band Summer Concert
The Brunswick Concert Band
performed their summer concert at
Waterway Park. The concert, directed
by Tom Smicklas and Michael
Stringer, featured favorite marches,
Broadway musical numbers, and a
tribute to Frank Sinatra.
evenings. If you play an instrument at
the high school level and would like to
join the band, contact Tom Smicklas
at 910-253-4573 or tsmicklas@aol.
com. For more information, see us
on Facebook at “Brunswick Bands
North Carolina,” or visit our website
at www.brunswickbands.org.
Band members range in age from
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Mosquito Control Tips
Rain and warmer weather are closely followed
by increases in mosquito activity, particularly
with the Asian tiger mosquito. Most people still
think of swamps or ponds as the primary source
of the mosquitoes that show up in their yards.
However, in most residential areas, the source is
more likely to be small and inconspicuous water
sources that are prime mosquito breeding sites.
• Gutter debris. Clean out gutters as water
and decaying material attract mosquitoes.
Mosquito larvae are commonly called “wrigglers,” because they can often be seen wriggling
up and down close to the surface of the water.
Within a few weeks, larvae will emerge from the
water as adult mosquitoes.
• Kids pools. If they’re not being used by kids,
they’re probably being used by the mosquitoes. The same applies to pools (in ground
or above ground) that aren’t maintained, including on properties for sale.
So before people start
planning a chemical assault on their yards as the
solution to their mosquito
problems, they should
consider the simpler and
more long-term approach
Mosquito larvae in water
of eliminating “collectibles”—
not souvenirs; we’re talking about all of those objects that collect and retain rainwater.
• Bird baths. Simply flush them out with a
garden hose. The birds also will appreciate
the fresh water. • Troughs. For horse owners with water
troughs near stalls or out in pastures, one
option is to use a product such as Mosquito
Dunks, which contain the Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis and is labeled for use in
animal watering containers. Although you
can use it in water bowls for dogs, it’s far
simpler (and better for the animals) if you
toss the water and replenish it with a fresh
supply.
• Tarps covering boats, grills, etc. They
collect pockets of water that can remain for
1-2 weeks. The bed of that ‘57 Ford pickup
you’ve been restoring for the last 15 years
also can collect water, particularly if the tailgate faces uphill in your yard.
• Drainage ditches. They’re meant to collect
water temporarily. Keep them free of debris
so that water flows out.
• Decorative fish ponds. They can be a
source of mosquitoes if they contain a lot
of vegetation that provides hiding places for
the mosquito larvae. Mosquito Dunks are an
option here.
• Tree holes. When limbs fall off trees, the remaining hole in the trunk can collect water.
Flush it out or put a small piece of a Mosquito Dunk into it.
Mosquitoes have no concept of property lines.
Mosquito management takes a neighborhood effort to be truly effective.
By Tom Woods
• Old cans, tires. Empty and get rid of them.
• Outdoor flower pots. Empty the water from
the dishes or trays underneath them. Your
plants have plenty of water without the overflow. This also helps reduce fungus gnat
problems.
Asian tiger mosquito
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St. James POA
Activities Committee
Dancing in the Streets
Successful Beach Party
It was the perfect evening for the Street Dance
— 70 degrees and partly cloudy with a slight
breeze.
The band Runaway Train’s country rock/blues
sound was refreshing and offered a hoped-for
change of pace. Residents filled the parking lot
and didn’t leave early, staying for the band’s
encore song.
The SJAC brought the dance back to Founders
this year. Bob Blaber and Dan Davis drove golf
carts to pick up attendees. Bob Beaumont,
Michael Ruth and Ron Smith directed traffic and
parking. SJFD Chief Dahill supplied florescent
vests and cones, and Captain Dawn, Security,
supplied barricades. The clubs sold beer and
wine, and folks took advantage of the availability. Upcoming Events
Watch “What’s Up, St. James?” for these:
• Beach Party, Aug. 5
• Dinner for Five/Six signups, late Aug. or early Sept.
• Beach Party (jazz music), Sept. 18
• Clambakes, Sept. 23 and Oct. (TBD)
• Road Rally, Nov.19
• Progressive Cocktail Party, early Dec.
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Photos by John Muuss
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ST. JAMES
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Improved Properties 3000 Unimproved Properties 1698
2015 Improved Properties 2905
Total Current Properties 4698
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Not Approved
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New Construction
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12
18
New Construction Change
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4
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Existing Home Modifications
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6
29
Preliminary/Appeals
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Submissions:
New Construction
Re-submissions
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3
7
New Construction- Others
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5
32
Landscape Plans
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4
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Final Inspections:
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Modifications
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Who is this Guy? Oy Vey!
“I’ve heard.” “Someone told me.” “He found out.”
That’s how rumors begin, and they motivate Bill
McCormack to set the record straight.
Squelching rumors led to his newsletter —
“Member2Member” or “M2M” — which became a
column in The Clubs’ publication in February 2006,
three years after Bill and wife Judith moved to St. James.
management to communicate the true desires of the
membership to Ownership,” he says. “The GM’s job
is a difficult one. He’s expected to turn a strong profit,
and at the same time, spend money on amenities to
please the membership. It’s a tough balancing act.”
Nevertheless, Bill believes that club members have little
input or knowledge about management decisions. “I
don’t think it’s fair to Troon or to Ownership to not
have elected members representing us,” he says. “We
have an abundance of smart people in St. James who
have great ideas and would be a great help if they were
elected to be a part of the team.”
He has only to look at the comments he receives to
support his argument. “Some of my M2Ms generate
hundreds of responses, and from these honest and
open comments, I sometimes get a reading on the
mood of the community that is unique, and in many
instances different from what management perceives.”
After Bill’s last Clubs News column in 2010, readers
encouraged him to continue the newsletter on his own.
“I decided to do it now that I could write without
censorship,” he said.
M2M has since morphed into an independent, feisty but
always entertaining and thought-provoking publication
about life in St. James, the surrounding area, politics
and numerous other topics that titillate, outrage or
amuse subscribers.
The former Marine and Georgetown graduate writes
M2M because it’s fun, helps facilitate communications
between different groups, and he still gets to kill rumors.
Many readers are St. James residents. But a contingency
of non-resident property owners and others who are
thinking about moving here are also subscribers.
He gets many emails and letters from his readers, and
not all are complimentary. “I’ve kept these old emails
and letters,” he says. “I thought about publishing the
‘merlot’ emails I receive between 7-9 p.m. That would
be fun, wouldn’t it?”
Bill believes Troon has done an outstanding job
of managing The Clubs. “Troon’s management
performance is directly related to the ability of
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Bill believes that the future of The Clubs is a vital issue
for members and non-members alike. “In less than
four years, the Developer will turn over control of the
POA to the residents,” he said. “What happens to our
amenities at that time? Will they be sold to an outside
entity? Will they be sold or deeded to the POA or the
residents? Will the developer maintain ownership?”
Besides spending energy and time supporting St.
James and The Clubs, Bill spends substantial time
volunteering, with his top commitment at a hospice
center. He expressed his gratitude to the Developer and
the residents for raising $500,000 for hospice care over
the past 10 years. “Having a hospice patient keeps one
grounded,” he said.
Bill says other St. James residents deserve more
attention. “M2M is a small part of life here at St. James,
and often I get too much attention,” he says. “What
really makes St. James tick are the hundreds of folks
who make up our POA, Town Government and our
Fire and Rescue Department. And the hundreds of
volunteers who go out into our county to help those
in need.”
To sign up for his M2M newsletter, send an email to
[email protected] with your first and
last name. Remember that Bill has a wicked sense of
humor and tells it as he sees it, with the goal of bringing
positive results.
By Robyn Smith
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gathered for their second lunch this year.
They represent most major airlines — Pan American, Eastern, Northwest, United,
TWA, American, U.S. Airways and Delta. Time flown ranged from one to 38 years.
They enjoyed sharing hilarious stories, all with a common thread of what a great
time they had working and traveling the world.
If you were once a flight attendant, you’re invited to join the group, which now
lists 26 former and active flight attendants. The group meets two or three times
a year for lunch to reminisce about their days of flying. Contact me for more
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St. James Fishing Club Derby Standings
The fishing derby is held for the entire calendar year. As anglers catch longer fish of each
species, the anglers with smaller fish get bumped from the leader board. Here are the standings
as of June 30, but up-to-date information is at www.stjamesfishingclub.org.
as of 6/30/2016
Ted Koenig and Barracuda
Allen McLeod and
Dolphin
ANGLER
Hiroki Toma
Amberjack
Ted Koenig
42.0
Barracuda
Ted Koenig
46.0
Bluefish
Ted Koenig
16.0
Cobia
Bob Crandall
44.0
Croaker
Herman Jillian
10.5
Dolphin
Allen McLeod
50.8
Lou Cerniglia
20.0
David Mullaney
27.0
Flounder
Bob Pearsall
21.5
Grunt
Jerry Hrabica
17.3
Joe Reebel
21.5
Mullet, Sea/Whiting
Porgy, Red
John Meyers
Ted Koenig
14.0
17.0
Porgy, Other
Jerry Hrabica
12.0
Ron Smith
18.3
Jerry Hrabica
17.0
Jerry Hrabica
15.5
Forest Duncan
26.0
Tuna, Blackfin
Ted Koenig
29.5
Wahoo
White Marlin
Mike Clune
Mike Lopez
47.5
Released
Laura Miller
David Mullaney
9.5
20.0
Drum, Black
Drum, Red Slot
Mackerel, Spanish
Dave Mullaney and Red
Drum Slot
Bob Crandall and
Cobia
LENGTH
FISH
Albacore, False
Sea Bass, Black
Snapper, Vermilion
Trout, Gray
Trout, Speckled
BLUEGILL
LARGEMOUTH BASS
(INCHES)
33.0
For more information go to www.stjamesfishingclub.org
Mike Lopez (right) with Bob Crandall and
a White Marlin they released
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INSIDE THE PELOTON
A peloton is a group of bike
riders. You may see these
riders in St. James on Tuesday
mornings, outfitted in their
multi-colored
biking
shirts
and tight spandex shorts. I
personally have taken to riding
with a pair of gym shorts over
the spandex, since my bottom
isn’t what it once was.
I’m hoping this article will take
you into some of the actions of
the group as we ride along and
share the road with the rest of
you in the community.
Normally the group will ride
in a pace-line, a single-filed
formation of riders looking for
speed, often easily in excess of
20 miles per hour. If I’m lucky
enough to hold that pace, I’ll
be the “lantern rouge” (red
caboose) at the back. Those
of you backing out of your
driveway, turning the corner at
the intersection or crossing the
road in your golf cart should
not underestimate the speed
at which the group is racing
toward you. A bike and rider
weighing in at 180 pounds
have no chance against a twoton vehicle.
The roads in St. James tend to
be narrow; Wingfoot Drive is an
example. At times, the group
will ride at a more leisurely
pace and might be doubled up
discussing world peace or the
latest book club entry. It is the
job of the last rider to yell “car
back” and the group will then
single back up to the right.
If I’m at my typical spot at the
back end, I may not hear your
approach. After all, my wife
questions my auditory ability,
based on the fact that I didn’t
hear her say the lawn needed
mowing while I was in the den
with the TV on and she was
three rooms away. Just give
a gentle horn toot and we will
move over.
Try to avoid passing a biker
when another car is coming from
the opposite direction, creating
a three abreast situation which
further narrows the road.
Drivers have forced me off the
shoulder on occasions, rather
than waiting a few seconds
before attempting to pass. I will
pat my left hip when it’s safe to
pass.
Please don’t misinterpret that
gesture as kiss my ***. That is,
unless you are too close, but
by then I might have already
responded with another hand
sign more reminiscent of some
New York City drivers.
The roads in the plantation also
are curvy. The bend at lower
Members Drive and Percha
Place as it heads toward St.
James Drive is particularly
hazardous for cyclists. You
might see a rider edge to the
left indicating to a trailing
vehicle that it’s not safe to
pass. The same holds true for
roundabouts, islands and left
turn intersections.
My insider insights can also be
applied when encountering a
smaller group or serious solo
rider. Our goal is to peacefully
co-exist, not slow you down
too much, and to live to ride
another day.
By Fred Ammann
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BEHIND THE SCENES
In the 1920s, Will Rogers
was the highest-paid and
easily the most-recognized
entertainment personality in the U.S., if not the
entire world. This quintessential American cowboy, born in Oklahoma in
1879, parlayed rope tricks
and home-spun humor
into stardom. He wasn’t
just in vaudeville (Ziegfeld
Follies), but also in movies — silent and talkies —
in radio, and he was a widely syndicated columnist.
When the Great Depression hit, Will Rogers, with his
down-to earth-common man delivery, became a symbol of hope for many who were down on their luck. It
should come as no surprise, then, that his story would
become a smash Broadway hit.
take on the great detective movies of the 1940s. Stine,
a screen writer with writer’s block, is trying to finish a
screenplay for his signature character, a private investigator named Stone. That the lines between the “real
world” (in color) and the “fictional screenplay” (black
and white) become blurred sets the stage for wonderful comedy delivered through the scripted words of
Larry Gelbart (“M*A*S*H”).
You can buy tickets for either show by calling 910632-2285, visiting www.thalian.org or stopping by
the Thalian Hall box office (310 Chestnut Street).
Curtains are at 3 p.m. (matinees) and 8 p.m.
A little closer to home, Brunswick Little Theatre will
present the musical spoof, “The Musical of Musicals.”
At its core, the show takes music from some of the
“The Will Rogers Follies” (WWF), written by Peter
Stone (“1776”) with music by Cy Coleman and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, opened on
Broadway in 1991 to rave reviews. Telling the story of
Rogers’ rise from Oklahoma cowboy to entertainment
superstar, WWF captures the wit and observations of
the famous humorist.
The Opera House Theater Company production of
WWF, starring Jason Aycock as Will Rogers, opens
August 3 and runs on weekends through the 21st at
Thalian Hall. Audience members will be treated to
more than Rogers’ great vaudeville act, though there’s
plenty of that, with the telling of his story from his
childhood in Oklahoma until the fateful plane crash
that took his life in 1935.
great musical theater writers of all time — Rodgers
and Hammerstein, Lloyd Webber, Sondheim — and
weaves their songs into five separate stories surrounding a greedy landlord and tenants who for one reason
or another can’t pay the rent. “Oh woe is me. What
will happen?”
Opening on August 31
and running two weekends
(closing Sunday, September 11) is “City of Angels,”
another Cy Coleman musical. This “film noir” play
within a play is a delightful
By Stuart Pike
The show opened July 22, but it will run through August 5-7. Show times are 7:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. for
Sunday matinees. Tickets are only available at the
door and cost $20.
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PHOTO CLUB CONTEST
(l-r) Beginner Category: Nancy Young (3rd - not present), Geri
Bruno (2nd) and Elaine Harris (1st and Grand Winner)
Meet Wes and Loraine Armstrong
Wes and Loraine Armstrong moved to Brunswick
County in 2004 from Virginia’s Northern Neck area by
the Chesapeake Bay. Their introduction to Southport
was a day visit with Wilmington friends. As they
watched a large flock of pelicans fly down Moore
Street to welcome them, they made the decision to
move to Winding River.
The Armstrongs enjoyed 11 years there, but decided
to downsize, finding their perfect resale home on
Inverness Circle. The couple moved to St. James in
June 2015.
They have been married for 15 years. Each had moved
to the Northern Neck after losing their spouses. They
attended the same country church, met, and married
there five months later.
(l-r) Intermediate Category: Judy Wagner (1st), David Paxton
(2nd) and Maureen Glassman (3rd)
Wes grew up in Rhode Island. He and his first wife
Barbara had five children. Wes’ career focused on
corporate risk management, first at General Dynamics
in St. Louis and later at Fairchild Industries in Virginia.
Loraine grew up in London, England. She visited
the U.S. with the intention of spending one year, but
decided to stay. She worked in Washington, D.C.,
managing nonprofit, research organizations that
focused on agricultural needs of developing countries.
Their impressions about St. James are positive,
to say the least. “To say ‘we struck it lucky’ is an
understatement,” says Loraine. “Our two dogs are
equally happy to be in welcoming dog country.”
(l-r) Advanced Category: Lou Bruno (2nd), Cliff Bennett (1st)
and Bill Hurcomb (3rd)
WINNERS
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The Armstrongs have taken the last year to settle
in. Their first sojourn was to work out at Members
Athletic Club. They’re looking at the opportunities to
volunteer, to better integrate into the community.
Wes would like to resume golf, join a woodworking
group, go fishing for sure, and enjoy an occasional
poker game. Loraine may take golf lessons and try
water aerobics at the Athletic Club. Both are enjoying
the beach.
By Nancy Seyferth
St. James P.R.I.D.E. has New Leaders
Since 1997, St. James volunteers have picked up trash
from highways in the area. Steve and Sandy Cherry took
over leadership of the clean-up efforts from Stan and
Sarah Benjamin in 2006. Others ran the clean-ups prior
to the Benjamins.
The Adopt-A-Highway program under the organizational name, St. James P.R.I.D.E., began in the
spring of 2008. Volunteers did five highway clean-ups that year on our designated route, which is
a 2.1-mile section of N.C. Hwy 211 fronting the gates to St. James Plantation. St. James P.R.I.D.E.
signs mark the clean-up route along the roadside.
Steve and Sandy have led St. James P.R.I.D.E. efforts to clean the Beach Club area and the parks
several times a year, as well as managed the aluminum can container near the St. James Fire
Department (SJFD).
Now that Steve and Sandy are planning to move to Florida to be closer to relatives, they have
passed their leadership reins to a committee of about eight people. It will take that many people to
manage just the Beach Club and highway clean-ups. Others now are taking care of the parks, and
the SJFD transfers the aluminum cans to the recycler.
The committee will continue to highlight service opportunities through the various St. James
electronic media. If you need more information, send an email to [email protected]. And,
please take a moment to thank the Cherrys and committee for the clean-up efforts on behalf of St.
James.
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AVOIDING THE CO
N
It’s late at night, and the phone rings. A terrified
caller claiming to be your granddaughter says
she’s been arrested on drug charges. She wants
you to wire money to pay a fine, or she’ll be
sent to jail.
What are some clues to uncovering the most
prevalent scams? “U.S. News and World
Report” has some good suggestions. As a rule,
it’s best to close the door or hang up the phone
when:
You ask whether she called her parents. She
says no and begs you not to tell them about her
arrest. All she wants is the money.
insist you pay upfront the
fees and payments, or ask for payment
in gift cards (easily sold on the black
market for cash).
How you respond to this bizarre call may
largely depend on whether you know this is a
scam. Nearly always, it is. According to the
Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the so-called
“grandparent scam” costs consumers $42
million from 2012-14.
But you don’t have to be a grandparent to
become a victim of fraud. There’s a scam for
every age group. The reach of these criminals
is global, their creativity is boundless and their
boldness is astounding.
Some scams — the ubiquitous “You have just won
the lottery” fraud, for example — have exploited
victims for years. Others take advantage of
current events to separate victims from their
money. Within days of the earthquakes in Japan
and Ecuador, the FTC reported scammers were
on the phone, soliciting funds for fake charities.
According to North Carolina Attorney General
Roy Cooper, the top consumer complaint his
office received in 2015 involved scammers
posing as IRS agents, law enforcement officials
or tech support professionals who solicited fees
to fix problems that didn’t exist.
Illegal robocalls with pitches for medical alert
devices, home alarm systems and credit cards
with low interest rates also were widely used
scams last year. Door-to-door “home repair
specialists” who demanded upfront fees for
work they never performed was another wellreported statewide con.
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•Fraudsters
• You’re told you will reap untold riches if
you send money.
• You can’t figure out how the scammer
will profit from his scheme, or you can’t
navigate his stream of jargon.
• The scammer exerts a lot of pressure to
get you to invest in his scheme.
•You
are being asked for bank,
credit card, password and personal
identification information.
In addition to the North Carolina Attorney
General’s office at https://ncdoj.gov (or
call 877-5-NO-SCAM), the FTC’s Bureau of
Consumer Protection (https://consumer.ftc.gov)
has good advice for people who want to know
more about fraud. Another source for victim
assistance is the U.S. Postal Inspection website
(https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov).
There’s no shame in falling victim to scams.
Learning how to guard against them is the best
defense.
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Pop-ups, Mystery Messages and Other Computer Scams
Like Aladdin or Dorothy, we want to solve our computer
problems by rubbing a magic lamp or clicking our heels.
That’s not going to happen.
Computer scams are spreading like
California wildfires. We expect antivirus
and anti-malware programs to protect us
from hackers, and they do — to a degree.
But the moment we let someone take
control of our computers, or if we follow
instructions from a pop-up message, we
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You get an email with a link in it
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Instead of clicking on the link, open
You’re surfing the internet or banking
your browser and go directly to your
online when a pop-up suddenly
account to see if there’s a message
appears, warning you that your computer is under for you. Or call the number you have on file for the
attack and to protect your data. “Do not turn off company and check to see if the email is legitimate.
your computer,” the message says. “Call Apple or Don’t call the number in the email.
Microsoft at 800-555-XXXX.”
Email from a “friend” may not be.
Turn your computer off, then turn it back on and
Hackers can use your friend’s email address to send you
don’t call the number in the message. So far, the only
a bad link. Contact your friend and ask them if they
thing that’s happened is hackers have obtained your IP
sent the email. DO NOT click “Reply” on the suspect
address and have sent a message to your browser. If the
email to ask your friend. Start a new email or send them
message still is on your computer, get someone locally
a text message.
to help you, or look up the (real) company’s number
Finally, get a good antiviral program and a good antiand call its support desk.
malware program if you don’t have one. Don’t fall for
You get a random telephone call from a company;
the “scare-ware” scams on the telephone or pop-ups
the caller says is Windows, Microsoft, HP or Apple
on your computer. Stay calm, follow the steps above
telling you that your computer is at risk.
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THE 70s ROCK ON!
At St. James, with more than enough age-eligible
players to compete in the new league, two teams quickly
formed. The 7.0 division team’s roster includes Mike
Foote, Martha Reese, Gene Hornick, Art Solomon,
Dag Egede-Nissen, Kathy Pace, Ralph Apa, Al Bowers,
Melody Ryan, Judy Cook, Erika Smith and team captain
Barbara McMichael. The 8.0 division team, captained
As currently formatted, adult tennis leagues are
structured for ages 18 and over, 40 and over, 55 and by Karen MacKinnon and Andy Elsea, includes team
members Dave Portney, Margie Foote, Faye Curry, Jan
over, 65 and over, and now 70 and over. In the past, St.
Peiler, Dave Filios, Kathy Fowlkes, John Burke, Dick
James players have chosen to play in three of the four
Feragne and Jim Southall.
leagues.
Although the number of leagues in this division is
The catalyst for the creation of the new league in North
understandably smaller, there are 15 teams statewide.
Carolina was feedback from the annual 70s Invitational,
Growth is expected as the word gets out. In our region,
held in Pinehurst earlier this year. Participants said they
there are five teams. Consequently, they will be playing
wanted a local league comparable to the Invitational.
each other many times for the right to attend the state
Organizing the activity fell to Jenny Phelps, director of tournament, scheduled October 21-23 in Wilson. If
Adult Leagues for the North Carolina Tennis Association past performance is any guide, St. James tennis will be
(the state affiliate of the USTA). Recognizing that not well represented when that date rolls around.
every league may be able to field a same-sex, six-person
By Beth Erskine
team, the NCTA decided that each match would consist
of one court of men’s doubles, one court of women’s
doubles and one court of mixed doubles. Recognizing that 70 is the new 50, the United States
Tennis Association (USTA) this year inaugurated a
70-and-over league. Its creation affirms the aging but
still active baby boomer demographic. In fact, the
composition of USTA leagues is now weighted towards
the senior player.
Over 70 7.0 Team: (l-r) Mike Foote, Martha Reese, Barb
McMichael, Al Bowers, Kathy Pace and Ralph Apa; Not
pictured: Melody Ryan, Judy Cook, Erika Smith, Gene
Hornick, Art Solomon and Dag Edge-Nissen
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Over 70 8.0 Team: (l-r) Men: Anyd Elsea, Jim Southall
and John Burke; Women: Jan Peiler, Karen MacKinnon, Kathy
Fowlkes and Margie Foote; Not pictured: Faye Curry, Dave
Portney, Dave Filios and Dick Feragne
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Regency Lakes turned
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An Evening with
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The annual September event formerly called
“The Evening of Chocolate Decadence” — to
raise funds for WAVES 4 K.I.D.S. — has a
new face.
An Evening with Elvis ’n Friends is the
ultimate rockin’ around the time machine
show and dance, traveling back from the
‘50s-‘80s. The stars are twin brothers, Lucky
Jackson and Rooster Jazz. Lucky performs
as Elvis, Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly and
Jerry Lee Lewis. Rooster performs as The
Temptations, Ray Charles and Chuck Berry.
Sing- and dance-along are encouraged.
The event is on September 17, 6:30-10:30
p.m., at the St. James Community Center.
Proceeds will support this nonprofit allvolunteer organization that provides financial
support and essential services to satisfy the
unmet needs of more than
1,000 children and their
families associated with
Child Protective Services
and Foster Care and
the Guardian Ad Litem
program in Brunswick
County. W4K also provides
emergency aid to children with unexpected
needs in support of the Department of Social
Services. Read more on our website at www.
waves4kids.org.
With tickets at $30 each (advance sales,
$40 at the door), it’s the best deal in the area
for a show and dance plus food, chocolate/
sweet treats, and a beer and wine cash bar.
Tickets are available on the website and at
Cat on a Whisk and Shoefly in downtown
Southport.
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PERFECTION: TRAP SHOOTING
Awake at 5:30 a.m., nervous and excited, I was as giddy as
an eighth grader at her first school dance. Earlier, I had
called Bill Boston, co-founder of the St. James Rifle and
Pistol Association (SJRPA), looking for information on
“perfection,” competitions and scoring. He suggested I
come to the range and see for myself.
I replied I had never held a gun, but he assured me he
was a certified instructor and had worked patiently
and kindly with many 4-H groups. I would be fine. At my
inaugural event, 18 shooters attended.
There’s plenty of room for spectators, and members are happy
to share stories about their experiences. For more information,
visit www.StJamesRifleandPistol.com.
Bill and Rob Jerome started SJRPA to promote shooting as a safe
and fun activity. Members must attend a certified gun safety
class (not the same as a gun-carrying permit) taught by Bill and
Rob.
The organization’s first trap shoot took place in the summer
of 2011 with five participants. Today, SJPRA has 100 members
of which 40 are dedicated trap shooters. (Do not confuse this
with skeet shooting — two very different animals.) The other
members follow different rifle and pistol disciplines. Most
members are recreational shooters and having fun is a club
priority.
Members meet for trap shooting practice Thursdays at Roan’s
Hunting Preserve in Bolivia, followed by a competition on the
second Saturday of the month. Five shooters rotate through five
stations, shooting at five clay targets (or “pigeons”) per station.
They aspire to break the “bird” with each of their 25 attempts
for “perfection.”
Perfection at various levels is
rewarded with a patch of distinction
to attach to shooting vests. Nate
Lipsen, Larry Dudley, Frank Caruso,
Roberta Pappayliou, Mike Anselmo,
Rob Jerome, Scott McAliley, and Joe
and Joan Rinaldi have scored 25 hits
out of 25 targets. Some have scored
25/25 multiple times and Deb Lipsen is
very close with 23 out of 25.
Joe Koenig and Rob Kriener have
received the 50/50 award. Bill Boston
is the only member with perfect
100 targets in 100 shots. Growing
up in a family of shooters, he first
competed as a six-year-old and later
was a member of his high school rifle
team. His best lifetime trap score
of 138 straight ended at 199/200.
Then there are Roberta and George
Pappayliou who have a different level
of perfection as 2016 N.C. champions
in multiple categories.
Trap shooting competitions are held
all over the country. I plan to attend
their fall rivalry match with the Low
Country Smoke-‘em Trap Shooters
Team. By the way, I exploded a clay
target on my fourth shot, and the
crowd erupted in applause.
By Judy Rubin
Bill Boston with firing pin to release targets
Club members holiday gathering
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Bill Boston (left) at shooter stations
RELAY FOR LIFE CANCER WALK
It was a dark and rainy morning, but the skies
cleared, the sun came out and a sea of purple
shirts began the American Cancer Society’s (ACS)
Relay for Life Cancer Walk and celebration at West
Brunswick High School in Shallotte. With fewer
attendees than previous years (inclement weather
probably deterred many), enthusiasm and support
still were high.
Team St. James/Troon was one of 53 Brunswick
County teams participating in the world’s largest
fundraising event to end cancer. The relay unites
communities across the globe in celebrating people
who have battled cancer, to remember loved ones
lost and to take action to finish the fight once and
for all. With supporting volunteers and donors, the
ACS is helping save more than 500 lives daily.
The opening ceremony, with Jon Evans from
WECT-TV presiding as honorary chair, was
highlighted by a “fly-over,” not by the Blue Angels,
but by our Brunswick County Police helicopter. The
crowd cheered! The ROTC Color Guard from West
Brunswick High School led the Survivor Lap, again
cheered on by the crowd.
Then, Caregivers joined the Survivors to walk the
next lap. The celebrations continued as people
walked laps until the lighting of luminaries (in honor
of or in remembrance of those who had cancer),
followed by a silent lap and an inspiring closing
ceremony.
Fun contests and entertainment filled the day.
Brunswick County Sheriff John Ingram and several
deputies drew the largest crowd at a water-dunking
tank. The “Womanless Beauty Pageant” is always
a big hit, and the participating “beauties” kept the
crowd doubled over with laughter.
Think about joining the fight by forming
a relay team or serving on the 2017
Planning Committee. Volunteers
are always needed!
By Betty Lewis
Photos by John Muuss
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WASSUP? YOU ARE WHAT YOU SAY
Do you remember the “Wassup?”
Super Bowl commercial that
made us laugh, not only at the
absurdity of the statement, but
also at the variety of colorful
characters exchanging a greeting?
We all knew what they meant.
We also knew that it could never
replace a simple hello, hola,
bonjour, ciao and so forth.
Since the dawn of time, humans
have found a way to communicate.
Now that I think of it, my dog also
has this knack. The other day, as
we were walking, he spotted a St.
James security vehicle making the
rounds. He proceeded to sit in the
road, and the driver got out and
gave him a biscuit. I guess they
had a secret code or something,
as I was out of the loop on this
security/canine activity.
Those of Italian heritage might
relate to my mother’s unique form
of communication. She would
carry the dreaded wooden spoon
in her purse whenever we got in
the car, just in case we acted up.
And what about the “stink eye?”
Givers never had to say a word,
but recipients knew they were on
thin ice once the stink eye had Most recently, my daughter, who
I believe to be part mermaid,
been delivered.
I’ve seen a fair amount of movies once told me she had launched
that have enlightened me on from various seaside locations
bottles
containing
other forms of communication. several
Among my favorites is the pony messages. She was inspired after
express rider who always seems seeing the movie, “Message in
to be crossing a deserted expanse a Bottle.” For fun, she added a
of Americana, trying to outrun piece of navigational chart, shells
those pesky Indians. Important or trinkets native to her launch
messages are delivered by the location. What a thrill she had
exhausted rider, who produces when she received an email from
a worn leather pouch containing a woman who had found one of
coveted documents, just in the her bottles while strolling on a
beach near Cape Cod Bay.
nick of time.
Charlie Brown’s teacher says
the same thing every time —
“Wah, wah, wah” — and we all
know what she’s talking about.
Harry Potter successfully sends
messages from his window at
Hogwarts using Hedwig, his
faithful owl. How would anyone
have known about the Hugo
and Kim romance in “Bye Bye
Birdie” had it not been for the
telephone? And then there’s the
ever-popular gossip chain that
spilled the beans on the summer
romance of Sandy and Danny in
“Grease.”
I have purposely neglected a most
popular form of communication
— texting. Don’t get me started.
One shot of the stink eye to my
son at Father’s Day brunch said
it all.
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Travel with Grandchildren Creates
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For St. James grandparents, traveling with grandchildren is an exceptional
experience for all involved. Here are stories of two special trips.
The Falks
The Paxtons
Last year, Donna
and Art Falk traveled
with Gracey, 14,
and Thompson, 11.
They took in the
sights in London
— changing of the
guard at Buckingham
Palace, Imperial
War Museum,
London Eye,
shopping at Harrod’s
and Evensong at
Westminster Abbey.
Gracey decided she
would get married at
St. Paul’s Cathedral
someday. Wimbledon
stadium and
museum was their
destination another
day, a dream come
true for Thompson,
an avid tennis player.
This spring,
Paula and
David Paxton
chartered the
Starfish, a 50foot, crewed
catamaran.
With their son
Jonathan,
daughter-inlaw Laura and
grandchildren,
Brandon, 16
and Natalie,
13, the Paxtons went on an eight-day trip
around the British Virgin Islands.
At the theater, they
enjoyed “Les Miz”
and were already
familiar with the
music since Grandma
often plays the
soundtrack.
They travelled through The Chunnel to Paris and joined an
intergenerational tour packed with entertaining activities,
such as lessons for ordering food in French, strolling the
Champs Elysees and baking French bread. In Montmartre,
the children had their portraits sketched.
“It was an opportunity to share an
educational and cultural experience with
our family — living on board a sailboat,
enjoying exquisite cuisine prepared by
our expert chef, exploring the coves and
island hiking,” said David. “We enjoy
introducing the kids to new experiences
and forming memories we’ll have for a
lifetime.”
They tried water sports — knee and
stand-up paddle boarding. They
enjoyed snorkeling near coral reefs and
identifying fish and sea life. At Virgin
Gorda, Brandon and Natalie swam and
photographed The Baths, a geological
wonder of boulders which form sheltered
sea pools.
One day, Art took Thompson to Disney Paris, while Donna
fulfilled Gracey’s wish for an excursion to Monet’s gardens at
Giverny where the gardens were in full bloom.
One evening, while anchored off Prickly
Pear Island, the family went ashore
for the Pirate Michael Bean Show. The
highlight of the evening was a conchblowing contest, which Natalie and Laura
won in their respective age groups.
On their last evening in Paris, they enjoyed a breathtaking
view — observing the lighted Eiffel Tower from atop the Arc
de Triomphe.
“This was an unforgettable trip,”
said Brandon. “I’m thankful to have
experienced these islands.”
“We enjoy spending time with our grandchildren without their
parents” said Donna. “Our trips give us time to get to know
each other and appreciate each child.”
Natalie added, “I loved spending time
with my grandparents and swimming with
all the colorful fish.”
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Southport July 4 Parade
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Harvest apples
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St. James Plantation Property Owners’ Association, Inc.
4140 Southport-Supply Road, Suite B
Southport, NC 28461
Say hello to Ryan Tighe, DO
Novant Health Oceanside Family Medicine
Join us in welcoming Ryan Tighe, DO, to our team of highly trained healthcare providers.
Dr. Tighe completed his medical degree at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
in Lewisburg, and his residency in family medicine at New Hanover Regional Medical Center
in Wilmington. Dr. Tighe is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and
has a focus on providing care to the whole family, from newborns to older adults.
Dr. Tighe is delighted to join Novant Health Oceanside Family Medicine in Southport, where
he is currently accepting new patients. You can count on him to provide customized care for
your family — from managing an ongoing condition to helping you achieve your wellness goals.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Tighe today.
Call 910-454-4032 or visit nhoceansidefamilymedicine.org.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Tighe today.
Call 910-454-4032 or visit nhoceansidefamilymedicine.org.
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