I am delighted to throw a twist into this monthly column by featuring a trio of terrific women that do it all! MacElwees is the place to find Ms. Mike Rackley (not pictured), Ms. Celeste Provence and Ms. Kim Youmans. These lovely ladies bartend, manage, serve, run food, and leap tall buildings in a single bound! Let’s start with Celeste: This gal has known Lynn Zeigler, the owner of MacElwees, forever. Well at least since the days of Pearl’s Elegant Pelican in the early 80’s. Celeste had a great teacher in her 20’s - Mr. Thomas of Malone’s. She met him while working at Fat Cats and he taught her how to make all the awesome drinks of an era gone by – Manhattans, Old Fashions, Gimlets and killer Martinis! Celeste works as a first grade teacher at Garrison School for the Arts during the off season and does her killer retro drinks at Mac’s during the summer. Celeste’s go to drink is the Jose Pedro Shark Bite. This awesome summer cocktail includes yummy tequila and coffee based liquor over ice. Perfect drink to wake you up and give you that happy buzz! Kim is our next wonder woman and she has been bartending on and off for the last 15 years. She was born and raised in Savannah, but went to Charleston to obtain her Pastry Chef Degree at the Art Institute of Charleston. Returning home, Kim went to work as a chef, but realized she needed a change of pace. Having earned her bartender creds by literally being thrown into it, Kim decided to go back to it. Jumping into MacElwees, Kim is front of the house go to girl. Her specialty drink is Peach on the Beach and is guaranteed to have you feeling absolutely zero pain. You in a bad mood? Not anymore! Problems at work or home? Not anymore! You on vacation and want to get the party started? Yes please! Mike Rackley completes our trio. Her real name is Kathy, but I don’t think she will even turn her head to acknowledge you if you yell it out as she has been Mike for so long. This lady has been at MacElwees forever and everyone knows her. She has people that visit once a year or less, but are willing to wait an hour for a table in her section! Now, I don’t know about you, but you have to be pretty damn spectacular for that! Everybody loves Mike. She is a mom, friend, aunt to everyone. It is impossible to leave unhappy when you have been talking to Mike! Go to MacElwees and check out these fabulous ladies. A family friendly oriented restaurant where everyone chips in to make your dining experience fun and memorable! Don’t forget to order the specialty drinks and get a hug from Mike. Stronger Together TYBEE BEACHCOMBER | MAY 2017 21 By Alaina Loughridge - Photo by Wen McNally By Sarah Chambers This past month, our tiny island endured yet another great loss. It was a loss of a wonderful individual who made an instant positive impact on everyone who crossed his path. The Tybee Island YMCA & Recreation had the privilege of getting to know him as Coach Tron. Coach Tron worked with our U8 soccer team at practices and games - selflessly pouring into the lives of future generations. It is when a loss like this occurs, that ‘time’ becomes so very apparent. Time is an unrelenting force that cannot be reckoned with. Every moment could be our last, or a wonderful opportunity to embrace what is happening right in front of us. The majority of us will spend many years here on this earth, while others may be called away sooner. Regardless of the exact number of minutes and hours that we are given, we must hold ourselves accountable to making them count. We were not created to only exist, but to thrive! Our unique talents, passions and personalities are vital to the world in which we live. The time we are given is meant to be used to make an impact. We cannot make an impact on the world, or in the lives of others, if we are not taking care of ourselves. It is important to be healthy in spirit, mind, and body. In deciding to embrace who we are in every moment, becoming lifelong learners, and prioritizing our body’s health, we are able to be the best version of ourselves. Soak up every moment. Appreciate those who are in your life. Find ways to make an impact. Take care of your body so it can keep up with you! Time slows down for no one. Be present. Be strong. This community - this Y - is definitely stronger when we are spending our time together. May events: Healthy Kid’s Day | May 6 | 11am -1 pm Free family event! - Bounce houses - Healthy living vendors - Fun for entire family All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast | May 20 | 8-11am - Held at the American Legion - $10 adults | $8 kids - Full breakfast served - Supports the YMCA Annual Campaign Summer Camps Begin!! | May 22 - Sign up today!! - Day, Surf, SUP, and Waterman Camps Skate Night | May 26 | 6-8 pm - $4/skater
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