February 26, 2019: Our speaker this week was Mark Sloan, the College of Charleston’s Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art executive director since 
1994. He came to speak to us about an exhibit he help curate called “Southbound”. He has curated over 200 exhibitions and authored 23 books ranging from Russian contemporary art to circus life.
The special project at Halsey he has curated entitled “Southbound” includes several different aspects including photographs, audio projects, website, and other media. The main driver of the exhibit is photographs of the new south. As Mark explained, we all have different definitions of “the south” and the exhibit’s goal was to present a broad definition. Mark, along with co-curator, political scientist at CofC Dr. Mark Long (political geographer) spent over 4 1/2 years on the exhibit after receiving a grant from National Endowment for the Arts. Mark Long’s interests include geographical boundaries (Ireland, Israel, Berlin Wall, etc.). The South is contentious and they were interested in exploring who gets to determine what it means to be “the south”.
The exhibit contains a broad cross sectional view of the south since the year 2000. Photographers with deep connection to the south were invited to submit. They used the internet and surveyed museum colleagues to nominate artists, curators, etc. After the initial pool was submitted they narrowed the list down to 75 artists. They then visited lots of places and interviewed the photographers. After deciding on the artists they worked with them to select 10 images to represent their work. Portions of the exhibit are at the Halsey Gallery and The City Gallery. The exhibits are free, but they close this Saturday at 4pm. The exhibit will then travel and the tour schedule is posted on the Halsey’s website. After leaving Charleston it goes to the Triangle area in NC (Duke & NC State), Hunter museum in Chattanooga, Mississippi, Baton Rouge, etc.
Mark showed us examples of the art displayed in the exhibit. The exhibit website includes standalone description of each artist. During the presentation he showed photos of some of the work:
- Mitch Epstein: Photos of debris after hurricanes, chemical plants, etc.
- Daniel Beltra: Photos of oil spill. Images highlighting both the beautiful and terrible nature of the destruction.
Artists don’t have to live in the south and they exhibit includes an artist from Honk Kong whose work is interested in commodification of nature. Examples were images of Sea World’s exploitation of killer whales and Ringling Brothers Circus elephants.
They have produced a catalog and commissioned 15 videos by John David Reynolds which can all be found on the exhibit’s website. They also commissioned a 2 hour sound track which is a musical equivalent to the art in the gallery. The exhibit also commissioned a GIS mapping service which can be used to “define” aspects of the South. They looked up businesses with “southern” of “Dixie” in the title, location of “the chicken belt”, where churches are located across the country, etc. All of these are mapped on the website.
Mark stated they are trying to expand awareness to the community and want to expand their programming. Memberships to the gallery are available and their website is constantly updated.
Steve Coe, Keyway Committee
IN OTHER MEETING NEWS
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- Zac Jones gave the Invocation and led us in the pledge.
- Joesph Tecklenburg introduced Visiting Rotarians and guests.
- President Alex Dallis presented Health and Happiness.
- Valerie Morris introduced our keynote speaker, Mark Sloan of the Halsey Institute at College of Charleston, who discussed the Southbound project.
MORE IN THIS WEEK’S KEYWAY
March 5, 2019 | Issue 4921 | President: Alex Dallis
COMING EVENTS
- March 5 – Nick Wackym, Warfighter / Board Meeting @ 11am
- March 12 – Off-site meeting @ American College of Building Arts
- March 19 – Chief Dan Curia, Charleston Fire Department
- March 26 – No Meeting
- April 2 – Dr. Dondi Costin, President of CSU / Board Meeting @ 11am
NEWS BRIEFS
Off-Site Meeting at American College of Building Arts on March 12
Our weekly meeting on Tuesday, March 12th will be held at the American College of Building Arts, 649 Meeting Street. Lt. General Colby Broadwater, President of the college, will be giving a talk during lunch and a quick tour will follow. Swig N Swine will cater a barbeque lunch. Please respond to the EVITE by this Tuesday, March 5, as we need to have a head count for catering purposes. A few members can park in the small lot right in front of the school, but the majority will need to park in the old SCE&G lot across the street at the corner of Meeting & Cool Blow (beside Meeting Street Academy) at no charge.
“Women in Rotary”
All women in our Rotary club are invited to participate in the profile of “Women in Rotary” in Skirt Magazine’s “Women at Work” section, which will be highlighted in their next edition. An email about this opportunity was sent to all women in our club. If you didn’t receive an invite, please contact Sandy Morckel at smorckel@gmail.com for details. Skirt has arranged for a photo shoot this Tuesday, March 5th from 5:30 -8:30 at McKees at 139 B, including drinks and hors d’oeuvres. They will write the content and create a full 2 page spread to profile our businesses.
Farewell to Rotarian Fred Sales
We honored and gave a sad farewell to a long-time member and good friend to all, Fred Sales, this past Tuesday. Fred and his wife, Ann, are moving to Florida this week to be closer to family. Fred has been an active and dedicated member of our Rotary club for 15 years. He joined in 2004 and was sponsored by Past President Sue Sommer-Kresse. Seeing the need for a Historian, Fred quickly jumped in to serve our club by volunteering to take photos at meetings and events. He did this for many years while also being an active committee member of the Keyway committee. Past President Alissa recognized Fred’s dedication and service to our club and community by honoring him with his next Paul Harris Fellow.
We will all miss Fred as he was a big part of our club. We all wish him and Ann much happiness and all the best in their new adventure! Fred always has a home at the Rotary Club of Charleston!
Club and RI Celebrated Anniversaries
Our club and Rotary International celebrated anniversaries last week. Our club was founded in 1920 and celebrated 99 years of service! This next year is an exciting time to be a Rotarian in Charleston as we will be celebrating 100 years of service to our community throughout the year.
Rotary International was founded on February 23, 1905 and celebrated it 114th anniversary
January Dues Statements
January dues statements were emailed to all members prior to the holidays. Past due notices were emailed to those who have not paid this past week. Prompt payment is appreciated. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Carroll.
Hibben Warming Shelter Volunteers
The Warming Shelter located at Hibben United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant is once again opening their facility as a refuge from the cold. Recently, our Rotary Club made a financial donation to this needed outreach. The Board is in hopes that several Rotarians would be willing to volunteer once or more. Contact Rotarian Cecil Mills for detailed information on volunteering at the Shelter – cmills@sonitrol.com.
Our Club is on Instagram
Our club launched an Instagram account this week. Please be sure to follow us at @ChasRotaryClub, which is our Twitter handle, as well.
Members are encourage to follow all of our social media channels and share posts with their followers too! We also need members to send us picture of anything they do that relates to Rotary – service projects, meetings, events, etc. We would love to keep our accounts full of smiling Rotarians! Photos can be send to Mike Sottak, mikesottak@gmail.com, or Rob Byko, rob@bykorealty.com.
MEMBER NEWS
Member News
President Alex inducted a familiar face this past Tuesday …. David Cohen. David served our club for 24 years before resigning in 2011. We are excited to have him return as a member! Rob Dewey introduced and sponsored David. He will hold the classification of Securities/Regional/Financial Planning. Welcome back, David!
Congratulations to Past President Alissa Lietzow and in-coming Board Member Karl Brady, who were both selected to Charleston Regional Business Journal’s “40 Under 40”.
Congratulations to Karl Riner on receiving his Paul Harris + 4 recognition pin. The Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute, or who have contributions made in their name, of US$1,000 or more to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International. We appreciate his dedication and continuous support of The Rotary Foundation.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Bo Crouch
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- Joined: 2016
- Sponsor: Leslie Fellabom
- Membership Involvement: Membership Committee
- Classification: Finance
- Profession: Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo Financial Advisors
- Something Unique About Yourself: I am an active sailor and have been fortunate enough to travel to multiply countries doing so. It really has allowed me to learn about different cultures, have interesting once in a lifetime adventures, and meet some of the friendliest and most unique people I have had the pleasure of meeting
Birthdays
- March 5 – Tom Waring
- March 6 – Steve Coe
- March 10 – Ruthie Ravenel
By the numbers
Attendance on February 26, 2019: 63
Not in attendance: Allen, Baggs, Bailey, Barry, Beam, Bishop, Buzon, Carico, Channell, Chico, Coghill, Cole, Cook, Cooper, E., Cooper, J., Cooper, M., Deavenport, DeGraff, Diminich, Drafts, Echols, Embry, Finniff, Geffert, Gill, Hudnall, Husser, Kaynard, Kerrigan, Lee, Lucy, Mitchell, Mixson, Palmer, Plotner, Ravenel, Raver, Riley, Riner, Ruettiger, Rust, Saboe, Schmidt, Seguer, Smith, M., Smith, P., Strickland, Taylor, Tecklenburg, John, Teller, Thomas, Whitaker, Williams, A., Woodell
Out of Town Make-ups: None
WELLNESS TIP
Try to Keep a Regular Sleep Schedule
Our sleep-wake cycle is regulated by the hormone melatonin, which is released in response to light. Exposing yourself to too much light at night – such as that emitted from computer screens, TV screens or electronic devices – inhibits the release of melatonin which decreases sleep quality and quantity. This makes us feel sluggish and tired the next day.
Get up and go to bed at the same time of day regardless of the season. Restrict computer use and TV watching at night. Have a bright blue light for use at home in the morning (blue light switches off melatonin release), and only using dull light sources at night. A melatonin supplement may also help you sleep.
AREA CLUB MEETINGS
Mondays
- Summerville – Oakbrook: 7:30 a.m., Monday, Westcott County Club, 5000 Wescott Club Drive, North Charleston
- North Charleston: 12:30 a.m., Monday, Hilton Garden Inn, 5265 International Blvd, North Charleston.
- Summerville Evening: 5:30 p.m., Monday, Montreux Bar and Grill, 127 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville
Tuesdays
- East Cooper Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Cooper River Room at Waterfront Park, Mount Pleasant
- Charleston: 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Hall’s Signature Events, 5 Faber, Charleston
- Goose Creek: 12:45 m. Tuesday, Gilligan’s, 219 St. James Ave., Goose Creek
Wednesdays
- Daniel Island: 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Daniel Island Club, 600 Island Park Dr., Daniel Island
- St. John’s Parish (John’s Island): 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2817 Maybank Highway, Unit 1, John’s Island
- Mount Pleasant: 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, Harbor Breeze Restaurant, 176 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant
- Summerville: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sticky Fingers, Summerville
Thursdays
- North Charleston Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Embassy Suites, 5055 International Blvd., North Charleston
- Moncks Corner: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Gilligan’s Restaurant, Moncks Corner
- St. Andrews (West Ashley): 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Bessinger’s BBQ, 1602 Savannah Highway, Charleston.
Fridays
- Charleston Breakfast: 7:30 a.m., Friday, Harbour Club, 35 Prioleau St., Charleston
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our Rotary club actively uses social media — and we encourage you to interact with us through social media.
- We’re on Facebook. Take a look at our page and be sure to “like us”.
- We’re on Twitter. You can follow us @chasrotaryclub.
ABOUT THE KEYWAY
The Keyway has been published weekly as a newsletter for the Rotary Club of Charleston for more than 90 years.
- President: Alex Dallis
- Keyway editor: Don Baus don@sgaarchitecture.com
- Executive secretary: Carroll Schweers, carrollschweers@gmail.com
- Mailing address: Rotary Club of Charleston, P.O. Box 21029 ,Charleston, SC 29413-1029
- Copyright 2018, Rotary Club of Charleston. All rights reserved.