Sea Foam

• Sea Foam: A poem to mark the 450th anniversary of Jean Ribaut's landing
  To submit to Sea Foam, send your story to dlauderdale@islandpacket.

• Hilton Head Plantation Women's Club celebrates 25 years
  Thanks to Bonnie Sudduth and Beverly Gackenbach of the Hilton Head Plantation Women's Club for sharing the story of its 25th anniversary gala.

• Help local shrimpers by asking 'Is it local?'
  Thanks to Tina Toomer of Bluffton for sharing a story she wrote last Monday about a treasured Lowcountry tradition.

• Haig Point resident Barth Hoogstraten has 'much to be proud of'
  Thanks to the Haig Point Club for sharing this story of its senior resident:

• A look back at the playbill from 50-year-old 'Prologue to Freedom'
  Thanks to Ann Knight Roth of Beaufort for sharing the playbill from "Prologue to Freedom," produced 50 years ago to mark the 400th anniversary of the first European settlement in what became Beaufort County.

• Helping friend during cancer fight turns into search for best burger
  Thanks to Tom Briley of Hilton Head Island for sharing the story of how helping a friend turned into a search for the best cheeseburger in town.

• Beaufort woman grateful she's had friends, devoted son by her side during cancer battle
  Thanks to Muriel Smalley of Beaufort for sharing her story of surviving cancer as she prepared to walk in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life last Friday night at Beaufort Middle School.

• A few words of advice to humans, from 'Dogtor Scott'
  Thanks to Dr. Howard Rankin of Hilton Head Island for sharing the story of a dog's intuition.

• Neighbor impressed by young violinist's talent and Beaufort Youth Orchestra
  Thanks to Barbara Temple of Beaufort for sharing the story of a bright young talent in her neighborhood.

• Sea Foam: Kingfisher is queen of Callawassie Island's causeway
  Thanks to Mary Quigly of Callawassie Island for sharing an article she wrote for her neighbors.

• Angel story a reminder unselfish acts matter
  Thanks to Lisa Medford of Hilton Head Island for sharing a story about Harbour Town icon Gregg Russell.

• Sea Foam: Heart-warming stories and good people still exist
  Thanks to Lindy Aragon of Bluffton for sharing the story of a dog rescue.

• Sea Foam: Beaufort Symphony Orchestra viola player's enthusiasm for music boundless
  Thanks to Barbara Temple for sharing the story behind a member of the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra, whose next performances are Thursday and Sunday.

• Good times and community news: Remembering WJWJ-TV
  Thanks to Pete Pillow for sharing thoughts about the closing of WJWJ-TV in Beaufort.

• Sea Foam: Longtime resident shares 'Lincoln's Legacy' for Presidents Day
  Thanks to John E. McIntire of Sun City Hilton Head for sharing a Presidents Day story.

• 'Straight from the Heart' fundraiser a joyous reunion for former classmates
  Thanks to Children's Relief Fund volunteers for sharing the story behind its annual fundraiser.

• Community support crucial to Beaufort American Legion Post Nine
  Thanks to the American Legion Post Nine in Beaufort for explaining the importance of its Feb. 24 fundraiser at The Legends of Parris Island Golf Course:

• SEA FOAM: Zeke Wilson stands up for what he believes in 'The Eighth Round'
  Thanks to Frogmore native Zeke Wilson for sending the latest chapter on his life.

• SEA FOAM: Retired attorney shares stage with Romney
  Thanks to retired attorney Ray Berberian of Bluffton for sharing his story from the South Carolina GOP primary.

• Gazette Sea Foam: Program offers tour of county to seniors
  Thanks to the Clemson Cooperative Extension for sharing details about a special program to help Lowcountry residents better understand their community.

• Packet Sea Foam: Life is good with grandma on the Bluff
  Thanks to Greg Gaudette of Albuquerque, N.M., for sharing a descriptive essay written by his daughter, Heather Gaudette, for her sixth-grade class at St. Charles Elementary School in Albuquerque.

• Gazette Sea Foam: Husband, wife team help elevate orchestra
  Thanks to Barbara Temple of Beaufort for sharing the special story of two members of the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra.

• Packet Sea Foam: Club of 'Wheelmen' encourages muscle car enthusiasts to get out on the road and drive
  Thanks to Brett Cadman of Hilton Head Island for sharing the story of a new car club started by three young men who were reared on Hilton Head.

• Gazette Sea Foam: Valentine Ball opens hearts
  Thanks to the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation and its 2012 Valentine Ball Committee for sharing the background on the ball and its pre-ball dinner parties.

• Packet Sea Foam: Organ donation: Real-life heroism
  Thanks to Lynda Bouchard of Hilton Head Island for sharing a story about the gift of life.