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departments Community News 06 Mike Gaffney LIVE at the Sunset Theatre 12 Randolph Arts Guild Opens Chicken Art Show 16 Enjoy it Again Consignment Sale 18 Rush the Streets for Rushwood 5K 34 Battle of the Bands to Decide Performer for Fall Festival Kick-off Concert 36 Downtown Asheboro is Alive with the Sound of Music 56 Juice Your Way to Good Health Ceramic Divider Class with NC Potter, Brooke Avery 4 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

Lauren Gooch - Local Teen Fashion Designer

features

Ask the Expert 20 22 24 30 46 48

Your Eyes Your Feet Your Taxes Home Improvement Your Hearing Your Money

Zoo Zeal 40

08 Piedmont Stafﬁng Solutions - Your Employment Solutions Specialist

Unique Temporary Exhibit and Special Events at the N.C. Zoo

At the YMCA 52 Beneﬁts of After-school Programs

Communities in Schools: Fill the Bus with Back to School Supplies

26 Travel Feet: Badin Lake Drive-in 32

Where do Your Meals Come From?

The Wine Cellar - 2011 Bodegas Triton Tridente Tempranillo

How to Help Kids Transition Back to the Class room

Dear Readers, I’m not sure where the time went, but summer is almost over and the kids are heading back to school soon. When you are out school shopping, remember our awesome local stores to pick up your supplies, clothes, backpacks etc. Support local as often as you can. If you are looking for work, or looking to hire qualified employees, Piedmont Staffing Solutions is your one-stop shop. They will save you time and money by pre-screening the employees and you will get quality applicants for your company. When I was younger, I remember going to the drive-in with my family in an old station wagon, and I would be wearing my pjs and have my pillow and blanket because I could never make it past the first feature film. If you want to see what the modern drive-in theatre is like with an nostalgic feel to it, head down to Badin Lake Drivein and watch a double feature - but get there early so you can enjoy all the amenities and get a great spot to watch the movie. This month we have lots of great local stories, community news and articles from our favorite writers. I would like to thank everyone who contributes each month to make this magazine the best local magazine in Asheboro. Thanks and see you next month!

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Contributors Jordan Willis, Greg Smith, Jenna McKenzie Micki Bare, Neil Griffin, John French Ryan Dodson, Celena Fleming, Kathryn Egerton Brooke Miller, AuD, Kayla Garner, Gavin Johnson, Kelly Self

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winner is Mike Gaffney and his show is set for Friday, August 22nd. Mike is a fixture in the Asheville, NC music scene for over 35 years, Mike is a well-respected, “seasoned” singer/songwriter with a unique view. His songs, populated by a mix of real and imagined characters, evoke visions of very personal, humorous, melancholy and downright bizarre situations and feelings. Mike enjoys reporting and pointing out the irony of everyday and make believe events in a bluesy, folksy dialogue—completing each musical “movie” with an original sound track played on his guitar. He has been playing guitar for 50 years and well, and it shows. Several of Mike’s songs have made their way to Nashville where they have been recorded but, as his favorite record producer pointed out a while back, “they’re a little too intelligent”. Regardless of that sad fact, several “thinking” musicians have included some of Mike’s well-received work on their CD’s and in their stage shows. Refusing to give in to commercialism, Mike continues to write and perform for those who appreciate his poetic lyric and dry (but not bitter) stage presence. As he has stated in several imagined interviews while accepting the Pulitzer Prize in song writing, “I would like to write a song so good, no one will dare write or perform another song—ever. Also, I would love to levitate and have perfect hair”. Originally from the former cotton mill town of Worthville (now a neighborhood of Randleman), Mike almost grew up in Biscoe and later, the metropolis of Siler City. His web site, TheMikeGaffney.com gives a small preview of his work. For more information about call 336-629-0399 or visit www.RandolphArtsGuild.com. 

Community News

Mike Gaﬀney LIVE at the Sunset Theatre

he Randolph Arts Guild is set to showcase the musical talents of Mike Gaffney Live at The Sunset Theatre in downtown Asheboro, Friday, August 22nd at 8pm. Tickets are $10 and will be on sale in advance at the Randolph Arts Guild

beginning July 21st and at the door as available. Back in the month of May, the Randolph Arts Guild

partnered with Turntable NC to host the first every Song Spar at the Sunset Theatre. This winner take all songwriting competition pitted creative crooners in no holds barred melody match up. The grand prize for the competitors was a $100 cash and a gig at the Sunset Theater. This year’s 6 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

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iedmont Staffing Solutions, Inc. is a privately owned and operated staffing agency located in Asheboro, North Carolina that can assist you with any employment needs within your company. Vickie Walters and her daughter, Michelle Key, opened Piedmont Staffing Solutions, Inc. in 2007 to offer Randolph and Guilford County high quality temporary and permanent staffing services. Piedmont Staffing Solutions has the flexibility to make decisions on the spot without having to go through a corporate office to provide workable solutions to meet the specific staffing needs of your company. They work hard to build long-term and lasting partnerships with their clients and their employees. Their office staff is dedicated to making sure that your employment needs are met 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Vickie graduated with a two year degree in Business Administration. She worked at Randolph Community 8 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

College in 1976 in the Continuing Education Department. She met her husband Bill Walters, a professor in the Business Department, while working there. Her dad was always selfemployed and she knew from a young age that she wanted to own her own business. She understands the need for good clear communication between her office staff and the clients they serve. She believes in building good working business relationships and doing whatever she can to ensure that her staff provides the best possible service to meet their different needs. Michelle Key is the Sales & Marketing Manager for Piedmont Staffing. She spends her time focused on growing the business and servicing the clients. She is very involved in the community through a number of different organizations. She is the current President of the Randolph Business Women and an active Kiwanis member. Michelle is a past Ambassador with the Asheboro Randolph Chamber of Commerce, and helped plan and execute the

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Chamber’s popular “No Tie Affair.” She graduated with the 2013 Leadership Randolph Class, and participated in the “Read Across America” program with the Asheboro Randolph Chamber of Commerce. Michelle has been a member of the Randolph Professionals Network, and was previously Chairman of the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce’s Special Events Committee. She has been a member of the Randolph Association of Medical Managers, and was a team captain for the Randolph County Relay for Life. Michelle continues to volunteer for various Chamber functions and charitable events. She is one of the founders and serves as the current president of the Randolph Business Women group. They meet the 2nd Thursday of the month. Piedmont Staffing Solutions sponsors many events through the Chamber, including the Beverage Cart at the Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament, as well as many other local charitable fundraisers throughout the year. On August 1 they are sponsoring a Habitat for Humanity Twilight Tourney, an

evening Golf Tournament held at Holly Ridge Golf Links to benefit the Habitat for Humanity of Randolph County. Missy Louris was hired as the Office Manager last year, and she has worked in the staffing industry since 1985, and was recruited by Piedmont Staffing Solutions in 2012 to help manage their front office. With her knowledge of the industry, and customer service skills, she has been a tremendous asset helping clients with their staffing needs. Missy is dedicated to her position with Piedmont Staffing, and she works hard every day to ensure that each client’s requirements are met to their satisfaction. She works side-by-side with the other staff in the office handling all aspects of the business, to ensure that clients receive the quality and quantity of applicants to fulfill their needs. Melissa Pierce joined Piedmont as a sales rep in August, 2013. She has proven to be a great asset to the company. In her spare time, Melissa enjoys being with her daughter Layla. The newest member of the staff is Evona Seagraves, AsheboroMagazine.com | 9

who joined them this past June. She brings 37 years of bookkeeping and office experience to her position. She worked for Schwartz & Schwartz for the past 22 years, before accepting the position at Piedmont. Evona works closely with the staff to meet the customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; concerns for billing and help with payroll questions. Piedmont Staffing Solutions is not just a temporary staffing agency. They offer a wide variety of employment services to save employers time and money; I-9 Verification, drug screening, criminal background checks, reference checks, and they offer payroll services. As a full service

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employment agency, they can hire supervisors, managers, and skilled labor directly to save your company the time, effort and expense of going through the interviewing and verification requirements necessary to find qualified candidates who will complement your business. This past year, they have worked with several large local manufacturing companies who are looking for employees. They interview an average of 40 to 50 new people per week. There are plenty of applicants and jobs available for those seeking employment. They can assist you by finding workers for short or long

term special projects and technical support. They can offer skill assessments on employees you are interested in to make sure they have the skills needed to perform the job you require. If you are looking to try someone out before you hire them on permanently, Piedmont Staffing offers temporary to direct hire services for clerical positions, accounting, supervisors and managers. If you are looking for some temporary help for short or long term, Piedmont Staffing offers you a wide range of skilled workers for production, warehouse and housekeeping duties, as well as many other types of employees. Employees sent to work by Piedmont Staffing Solutions will be fully screened and matched to the specific job opening. Your complete satisfaction is assured. Why Piedmont Staffing Solutions, Inc.? The staff has over 45 years of combined experience in the staffing industry. Owner, Vickie Walters, has been in the industry for over 18 years, all of it right here in Randolph and Guilford Counties. She understands what local clients need for staffing solutions and she has hired experienced people to help her make sure her clients are taken care of.

Piedmont Staffing Solutions is a Certified Staffing Professionals (CSP), a designation from the American Staffing Association, and HUB – Certified Historically Underutilized Businesses, as well as being Employment Law Certified. Vickie and Michelle started Piedmont Staffing together to create a locally owned company to meet the needs of local employers and job seekers. The reason they do what they do every day is to create something for their children and grandchildren. Michelle has two children, Austin, 13 and Lauren who is 8. Vickie’s son, Dustin has a son, Camden, and they are the reason she strives to make Piedmont Staffing Solutions a successful business, to have something for the future generations. Piedmont Staffing Solutions is a member of the American Staffing Association, the Better Business Bureau, and the Asheboro Chamber of Commerce. They are located at 1512 Zoo Parkway. The next time your company is looking for help drop by the office or give them a call at 336.625.2229 and let them do the work for you. 

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Community News

Randolph Arts Guild Opens Chicken Art Show

he Randolph Arts Guild will feature an exhibition of Chicken Art during the month of August. The exhibition will be on display at the Randolph Arts Guild’s Sara Smith Self Gallery located at 123 Sunset Ave. in downtown Asheboro from August 5th - 26th. The show is set to open the evening of Tuesday, August 5th with a reception from 5:30 - 7:30pm. The reception will be free and open to the public. The Randolph Arts Guild serves as the arts council of Randolph County. The Guild has an esteemed history of providing the very best in cultural opportunities for the local community. The August show is set to not only build upon their reputation for bringing exceptionally fine works art from around the world to Randolph County but it may forever cement their place at the top of the local artistic pecking order. The Randolph Arts Guild is preparing to unveil a poultry-themed exhibition titled “The Chicken Art Show”. Over 60 artists across the nation submitted artwork for consideration in The Chicken Art Show. The call to artists was open to any artist or chicken living and working in the US. The only request was that the work be in some way related to chicken. According to the Arts Guild’s Director 12 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

Derrick Sides, “We knew there would be some beautiful pieces submitted but we were thrilled and overwhelmed with the spirit, excitement and humor that so many artists are sharing. We were also blown away by the number of artists who collaborated with their chickens.” The Guild tapped Honorable Chick-fil-A Gallus Domesticus local expert, Sam Ramsey to curate the exhibition. Prizes will be awarded the night of the reception in the amounts of $100 for 1st; $50 for 2nd; and $25 for 3rd. It is also rumored that a special guest judge will be awarding the “Chicken’s Choice Award” which although it doesn’t carry a monetary prize it will certainly garner the most bragging rights. The exhibition will be on display in the Sara Smith Self Gallery at the Randolph Arts Guild, located at 123 Sunset Ave. Asheboro, NC from August 5th - 26th. Admission is free. The Randolph Arts Guild is open from 10am - 5pm Monday - Friday and 10am - 2pm on Saturdays. For more information please call the Randolph Arts Guild at 336-629-0399 or email arts@asheboro.com for more information. The Guild is located at 123 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC 27203. Hours: M-F 10am -- 5pm, Saturday 10am-2pm. 

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Fill the Bus for Back to School Supplies

ommunities in Schools of Randolph County started in Archdale in 1988. It came out of the Business in Education Committee at the Chamber of Commerce. They wanted to find a way that businesses could be involved and help local schools in the area. The program started out with one volunteer coordinator, and as it grew they hired a part-time

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person, and then an Executive Director was hired in 2001. In the 2002-2003 school year Communities in Schools of Randolph County served 281 students in the Archdale area through the program. The program stayed focused on the Archdale-Trinity area until 2004, when Sandi Norman was hired as Executive Director. Having worked in the Randolph County Schools

for over thirty years, she knew that there was a desperate need for this type of program all over the county. In the 2006 – 2007 school year, they began expanding into Randleman and the eastern part of the county, and in 2007 – 2008 they expanded to the southwest area, and by 2008 – 2009 into the Asheboro City Schools. In the 2013-2014 school year 13,424 students from all over Randolph County benefited from the program, representing 59.3% of all the students enrolled in school in Asheboro City and Randolph County Schools. Over 1,152 of these students are Level 2 students – meaning they receive services on an ongoing basis, either through the mentoring program or Backpack Pals. Communities in Schools is well known for their mentoring and Backpack Pals programs, but they do so much more than that. They helped 255 students with a total of 4,266 hours logged by their volunteers in the mentoring program this year. They distributed food to 637 students through the Backpack Pals program throughout the year. The CIS Backpack Pals program is supported through many local sources – churches, civic organizations, and individuals who donate food, money and their time to do the shopping and the packing. Many of these children would not get a meal over the weekend without this program in place. Teacher feedback is very favorable, and through surveys given out to teachers who have students in their classroom that participate in the program, CIS is able to track their progress and successes. One of the programs implemented in the past few years was the Reality Store. Students are given a piece of paper when they enter the store that lists their occupation, take home income, marital status, and the number of children they have. They are then tasked with finding housing, transportation, daycare, groceries, and other items that come with daily life and staying within their

budget. They can visit one of the booths and get a part-time job to assist them. It’s an eye opener for many of these students how much things cost in the “real world” and often gives them an appreciation for the struggles their parents go through to make ends meet each month. One of the yearly fundraisers sponsored by Communities in Schools and the United Way of Greater High Point is the Fill the Bus! for back to school supplies. On August 16th, the yellow school bus will be parked at the WalMart in Asheboro on East Dixie Drive and volunteers will be there to process the donations of back to school supplies. These will then be dispersed throughout the county to classroom teachers, who will see that students that need the supplies get them. There is a large need in our community for these supplies, and many area businesses and churches will have collection boxes in their lobbies in the Archdale/Trinity area. Last year from all the different sources, $5,600 worth of school supplies was collected and distributed through the Randolph County and Asheboro City Schools. If you are interested in being a volunteer, or would like to learn more about Communities in Schools and how you can get involved, drop by the office at 1011 Sunset Avenue, just off Hwy 220 in Asheboro or contact Sandi Norman, Executive Director directly at 336.625.0008.  AsheboroMagazine.com | 15

Communty News

Enjoy It Again Consignment Sale

he JOY Circle of Central United Methodist Church in Asheboro holds the Enjoy It Again Consignment Sale twice a year in September and March. It’s a large event and you can find everything from children’s clothing, toys, books, games, shoes, decor, furniture and more. You can also consign maternity clothes and costumes. The fall sale is set for September 26 – 27 at the Central United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 300 S Main Street, Asheboro. A number is announced on the church website at centralunitedmethodist.org. Those wishing to consign can call the number during the days listed to sign up. Receiving of consignment items happens the week before the sale starts. Consignors are instructed on when to bring their items and how to tag them. All items are tagged and priced by the consignor. Unsold items are picked up after the sale ends on Saturday. Unsold items not picked up by the consignors are donated to various local organizations that include the Randolph County Family Crisis Center, school clothes closets, families in need, and Mision Adonai. Checks are sent to the consignors two to three weeks after the conclusion of the sale weekend. Consignors receive 60% of the proceeds and JOY Circle receives 40%, most of which is then donated to the various charities. The Enjoy it Again Consignment Sale has been going on close to 20 years. Each year the number of consignors has grown, as has the amount of money raised. Proceeds go to

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support local, state, national and international missions. A percentage of the proceeds go directly to the Day School of Central UMC. Some of the local organizations that have benefited over the years are the Randolph County Family Crisis Center, Randolph Pregnancy Care Center, Mision Metodista Unida Adonai, Randolph Vocational Industries, Our Daily Bread, Mount Shepherd Retreat Center and Young Life. The funds have also been used to donate money to relief efforts through the Red Cross, and been used to contribute to mission teams in various countries. We also contribute to the United Methodist Women mission fund, scholarship fund for the Central Day School, some of the funds from the sale also helped build the playground at Central United Methodist, the children’s summer reading program at Central and a yearly Valentine’s Craft party for children at Mision Adonai or those staying at the Family Crisis Center. Volunteers from the Day School and the congregation of Central help the JOY Circle pull off this huge project twice a year. They are also looking for volunteers from the community to help, and they have a variety of jobs that need to be done to help the sale run as smoothly as possible. If you need further information, or would like to volunteer, contact Karen Smith at 336.629.2538. 

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Communty News by Jenna McKenzie

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SERVE. They want to reach others who may have never

as a Wednesday night group that met at

heard of Jesus Christ, and serve them by offering a

Rushwood Park Wesleyan Church. After a

Christian-based athletic opportunity right here in Randolph

short devotional and prayer time together,

County. Last year the group offered free professional

it was followed by 30 minutes of walking/

massages, fun music, and healthy snacks. Children were

running. Everyone was at different skill levels - but that

monitored on the playground while parents ran. They had

didn’t matter. It wasn’t about skill level, it was about the

people of all ages from 10 to 74, parents with strollers,

time of fellowship and developing healthier lifestyles.

and even dogs. Rush the Streets for Rushwood 5K is really

After seeing other groups hosting 5Ks, the group

about meeting people right where they are and loving them

saw it as a great opportunity to reach people within the community. 100% of the profits go into missions both

no matter what. The next event is scheduled for Saturday, September

locally and internationally; but their ultimate goal is

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based on the glasses prescription, corneal tissue thickness and other factors. I have an astigmatism, can I still get LASIK? Excimer lasers also can correct astigmatism by reconfiguring the corneal shape to create a more normal shape. It is a misconception that LASIK cannot treat astigmatism. What to expect before LASIK Surgery? Your eye doctor will perform a thorough eye exam to ensure your eyes are healthy enough for the procedure. They will evaluate: the shape and thickness of your cornea; pupil size; refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism); and check for any other eye conditions. Your eye doctor will also note your general health history to determine if you are a suitable candidate for LASIK. You should stop wearing contact lenses for a period of time advised by your doctor (typically around two weeks) before your eye exam and before the LASIK procedure.

Laser creates a thin flap of the cornea in the first step. The Allegretto WAVE Eye Q excimer laser then reshapes the central cornea before the flap is replaced. Before the LASIK procedure begins you will receive a series of anesthetic drops in each eye. At Carolina Eye we use the Allegretto Wave Eye Q laser which is one of the fastest and most precise excimer laser systems available in the United States, treating one diopter of correction in only 4 seconds. The doctor will watch your eye through a microscope as the laser sends pulses of light to your cornea. The laser light pulses painlessly reshape the cornea. LASIK is performed on each eye separately, with each procedure taking only about one minute.

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The HPV Virus You Might Not Know About: The Plantar Wart

f you needed any more reasons why you should always wear shoes in public areas, especially in locker rooms, on swimming pool decks or in communal showers, here is another one to add to the list: plantar warts. When most people think of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) the first thing you think about might be a sexually transmitted disease or cervical cancer. But there is a strain of HPV that can cause painful and unsightly warts that typically appear on soles of your feet or on the bottom of your toes. These warts are contagious viral infections that are harder than the typical viral infection for your body to fight. Because the virus infects skin cells, instead of invading your internal systems, your immune system has a harder time ridding your body of this invading virus. Most sufferers of plantar warts report that they can be very painful, especially while walking, standing or exercising, mostly because of the pressure applied to the wart due to its location. How to Treat a Plantar Wart

Duct tape has long been an “old wives tale” for treating plantar warts, but there is some truth behind it. If you place a piece of duct tape just slightly bigger than the wart itself over the affected area, it sometimes causes the body’s immune system to amp up and kill the virus, due to your body’s natural reaction to the adhesive. Keep in mind, however, that this doesn’t always work. Don’t forget that plantar warts are a viral infection, which means the virus is also likely in your shoes. Always sanitize them before wearing them following your treatment. Otherwise, you are prone to re-infecting yourself. In addition, you should be considerate of spreading plantar warts to others, so be sure to wear shoes in public areas. This is especially critical in public showers or at community pools. For a more proactive and effective treatment plan, seek the help of a podiatrist, who can prescribe topical ointments for you. These medications are the most effective treatment and can work the fastest. Visit www.triadfoot.com or call our office to book your appointment today. 

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Line Items That Could Trigger an Audit.

e hope that everyone is certainly enjoying their summer. It is amazing at how quickly summer passes each year and before we know it school will be starting. Speaking of school, have you ever thought about earning extra money or getting out of the house or learning taxes for any reason? Believe it or not learning how to complete tax returns is not that complicated. We like to say if you can learn how to drive, you can learn how to do taxes. Our reasoning – driving and completing a tax return have one thing in common – following the rules. And when you learn how to complete a tax return, you learn a skill that will stay

with you the rest of your life. In our courses we teach the basics – Schedule A, Self-Employed Schedule Cs, Education Credits to name a few. However, this year we are adding in the new forms that will be required to file because of Obamacare. Our classes start the week following Labor Day. Call our office 629-4700 or visit libertytax.com for more information. Now changing the topic – some unlucky folks received a nasty “congrats you have been selected for an audit” love letter from the IRS this summer. Why did they receive this letter? Well, odds are they violated one of 14 IRS audit red flags. So let’s talk about some of these red flags. The first one seems obvious but leads to many audits – failing to report all

taxable income. Some folks decide not to report all of their income from W-2s or 1099s. Bad idea because sooner or later the IRS will match these items (yes they get a copy too) with your tax return and will certainly ask about any discrepancies. Taking Large Charitable Deductions – the IRS looks at the percentage of charitable deductions compared to your income. If the percentage deducted seems out of whack compared to other folks that make the same amount of you, your audit risks greatly increases. Also, if you fail to file a Form 8283 for making more than $500 non-cash contributions increases your risk as well. Deducting 100% of mileage on a car as a business expense. In reality, the IRS knows that this rarely occurs.

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We are not saying that it doesn’t occur, however, the IRS is willing to bet that their time would be well used in auditing someone who claims 100%. How do you avoid extra taxes from being assessed – the devil is in the details. If you have meticulous records and mileage logs, you can easily avoid any extra taxes that may be assessed during an audit. Speaking of record keeping – while we know it is a pain keeping accurate records, it will save your butt when you get audited. Three of the other red flags – deducting business meals, travel and entertainment plus claiming the home office deduction, running a cash intensive business (think restaurants, convenience stores, hair salon, etc) – the IRS depends on sloppy recordkeeping to really sock it to those who claim these items on their return. So if you deduct more than your fair share of business meals and travel or take the home office deduction or run a cash business, you do run a higher risk of audit compared to someone who has W-2s and 1098s. If you are selected for an audit, the best defense is fantastically detailed records. So, if you would like to learn how to avoid the red flags, come to one of our tuition FREE tax classes that start the week after Labor Day. We can be reached at 629-4700 or pay us a visit at 405 E. Dixie Drive, Suite J - 2 doors down from Jimmy Johns. 

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ot humid weather had my Travel Feet itching to recapture the excitement of a summertime double feature with a side of fries and Yoo-hoo. It had been decades since my ten toes trampled across descending gravel hills toward a set of swings dwarfed against a tall, white wall. But do drive-in theaters still exist? A quick search online revealed that while many drive-ins closed, a few did survive the transition to the digital age. My search also revealed that a mere 40 miles southwest of Asheboro, there stands a two-screen slice of nostalgic heaven. So that is where I followed my Travel Feet this month. Following my sneakered Travel Feet for this adventure were Hubby and another couple. We made the double feature at dark a double date. When the big night arrived, we printed directions, packed the car full of portable seating, snacks and bug spray, and then took off in time to arrive when the gates opened. Assuming there would be a line from the ticket booth stretching toward the main road, I encouraged our group to leave Asheboro at 5:30 p.m. Gates opened at 6:30 and I wanted to be sure we had our pick of parking spots. Also, none of us had been to a drive-in since well before we met our spouses. We had to reacclimatize ourselves to the drive26 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

Story & Photos by Micki Bare in experience. We needed time and space to turn the car around after parking it facing the wrong direction, visit the playground and study the combination snack bar menu and rules flyer they handed us at the gate. We were all impressed with the Badin Road Drive-In. The screen on which they showed our double feature was the one with the playground. My Travel Feet had to venture down there as soon as our car was properly parked and our chairs were set up. Even though my own children are grown, there is still nothing like swinging in front of a giant white wall on a hot summer evening. My Travel Feet sailed high up in the air, pumping me back and forth, creating a cool breeze. Why my girlfriend and I were the only adults on the swing set was beyond me. I supposed we were the only ones old and wise enough to understand you are never too old to play. Before long, however, drives of children overtook the playground, sent there by young, tired parents who hoped they would work off their energy before the movies started. Drive-in movie theater nights of my childhood included a steaming cup of hot, salty fries and a Yoo-hoo. Worried this facility might not have Yoo-hoo on the menu, I picked up a four-pack for our cooler. And while the fries came in a paper boat rather than a cup, I relished the combination of the two

flavors from my childhood. Fries and Yoo-hoo consumed at dusk in a dusty parking lot taste like summer. We snacked and chatted while awaiting darkness to descend upon our summer movie venue, discussing how drive-in theaters have changed over the past few decades. Rather than lines of speakers attached to poles protruding from the ground, we were instructed to park no more than five feet from other cars and tune into 91.3 FM. The movies are now all digitally formatted. And that was pretty much all we could find that was different. We considered also the things that had not changed. It took me a few minutes to find it, but there was a cornfield bordering one side. I have never been to or even seen a drivein theater that was not erected near a cornfield. I already mentioned the obligatory playground. And there were several cars that had to be jump started or towed because of battery problems. The more things change, the more they stay the same. The most surprising aspect was how much better the movie going experience was as compared to a movie theater. Over the years, we became so acclimated and dependent on the convenience of theaters, we let ourselves forget what was so great about the drive-in. A warm, moonlit night with a star-filled sky as your ceiling is the best theater room available. We saw at least three shooting stars in our peripheral vision while watching the big screen. Before the first movie ever began, we had the privilege of watching a spectacular pre-showâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the sunset.

In an enclosed, dark theater, other patrons can be annoyingly loud and distracting. At the drive-in, all children behave because they are comatose after two hours on the playground followed by fries, ice cream, and a snugly blanket. Rather than squeaky seats and chatty teenagers, you hear crickets and the sound of car tires rolling over gravel. We could not care less if someone was fumbling with a cell phone at the drive-in. Although, the dude that turned on his headlights to leave in the middle of the second movie, temporarily blinding our group, was slightly annoying. By then, however, we were in such a good mood from the entire experience that it did not bother us. You cannot bring coolers of food and beverages into a movie theater. And you do not get to watch two first-run movies for $6 per person at the movie theater. Popcorn, soda and candy cost considerably less at the drive-in as well. No, there is no digital surround sound or IMAX-level virtual experience. Rather, there are a thousand radios tuned to the same station, making it easy to hear the movie whether you are sitting in your car, in a portable chair, on a blanket or waiting for more hot fries at the concession stand. Yes, we got dirty. Yes, we got home at 3 a.m. And yes, we plan to do it again, although we do need a few weekends to catch up on sleep. It is great when you are old enough to stay awake for both movies, but at our age, it takes a week or two to bounce back from an almost-allnighter. Upon following my Travel Feet through the drive-in experience AsheboroMagazine.com | 27

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for the first time in decades, I noted a few things worth remembering for anyone else looking to take in a couple of movies under the stars. Check the weather. You want a clear, dry night. Be sure to bring insect repellent. Being outside in the middle of the summer adjacent to a cornfield means you are sharing the venue mosquitos. Bring a flashlight for trips to the snack bar and bathrooms after dark. Even better, bring those headbands with built-in lights for your forehead. That way your hands are free for carrying food. Bring your own battery-operated radio so you will not need to drain your car battery. If you forget a radio, you can rent one for a couple of bucks. My Travel Feet also recommend footstools or portable lounge chairs. When you need to sit for the better part of eight hours, your feet will appreciate the elevation. Next time we go, I plan to borrow my college-student son’s tailgating paraphernalia, pack up our folding lounge chairs and bring our big boom box with an extra set of batteries. And I will again pack my Yoo-hoo to wash down those hot, salty fries from the Badin Road Drive-In concession stand. For more information of Badin Road Drive-In, visit www.badinroaddrivein.com. You can also Like them on Facebook.  28 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

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athroom renovations are second to kitchen renovations on the list of the top remodeling projects to increase home value. The popularity of bathroom renovations and their ability to transform a space has left many homeowners wondering if there are any easy and affordable ways to change the look of their bathrooms. While “easy” is a relative term, there are ways homeowners willing to make certain concessions can keep the work and cost of a bathroom renovation to a minimum. Resurface When possible, covering up what you have in the bathroom is much less expensive and less labor-intensive than tearing out existing fixtures and floors and replacing them anew. Resurfacing can extend to refinishing bathtubs to installing shower liners. Those who have unsightly walls or wallpaper that they’re just not ready to remove may consider using wainscotting to cover a portion of the room or even tiling entire walls. It is important to note that resurfacing and covering up items in the bathroom should only be reserved for cosmetic fixes. If something needs to be replaced because it is damaged or mildew-covered, then covering it up is only hiding the problem and asking for more work in the long run. Scale back on materials One way to save money on a bathroom renovation project is to choose less expensive materials. For example, you may not need to install travertine or marble flooring in a space where less expensive flooring like vinyl is adequate. Advancements in vinyl flooring have enabled this affordable material to mimic the look of more expensive materials at a fraction of the cost.

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When redoing tile on walls and shower enclosures, many domestically-produced tiles rival the looks of more expensive imported alternatives. You may be able to save more by buying tile in bulk and using the remainder in other applications around the house. Paint Do not underestimate the power of a fresh coat of paint on any room in the house, including the bathroom. Dark, small spaces can be made to look more expansive with lighter colors. Cavernous bathrooms that look empty may prove more inviting with darker hues. Pick a paint that is designed for bathroom application so that it will inhibit the growth of mold and mildew. Update hardware A new faucet or some new cabinet pulls can make the room look new and fresh without breaking the bank. Match finishes throughout the bathroom so everything will be cohesive. When shopping for a new shower head, choose a model that also conserves water. This way you will be making cosmetic and energy-saving renovations at the same time. Do-It-Yourself Handling labor yourself instead of hiring workers can reduce the cost of bathroom remodels considerably. It is possible to buy fully assembled bathroom vanities and install them yourself. Even installing a new toilet is relatively easy with the help of a friend. There are a number of ways to make bathroom renovations easier and more affordable. But if it all seems a bit overwhelming or you are not willing to fill your weekends with home projects, call the experts at Kenny Seabolt Construction at 336.460.4144. 

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Where Do Your Meals Come From?

by Kayla Garner Intern Special to Randolph Hospital

ave you ever woken up and asked yourself, where is my next meal going to come from? Many people in Randolph County wake up every day without any food or anywhere to eat a good, hot meal. At least 110 people every day in Randolph County wake up asking this question and thankfully there is help -- Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen. Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen has been providing hot meals to Randolph County citizens for more than 20 years. Each year the number grows. “When I first started 12 years ago, the average was 25 people a day and now it has grown to roughly 90-110,” stated Rose Lassiter, president of the Board of Directors of Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen. In the last two years there has been an increase of families coming in which means there is a greater need for volunteers, food, clothes and appliances. “We need more volunteer service, not volunteers serving the actual meals, but volunteers to come out and fix things, work on the building, paint, fix the floors, etc. The list goes

on and on,” said Lassiter. “Sometimes I find, people are more than willing to help, they just don’t know how to get started. We will get you started,” said Lassiter. With this being said, helping out at Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen is a great way to help out the entire community. “If you have the heart for it, volunteering at the Soup Kitchen is the best thing,” said Lotheling Tanner, volunteer. “With a service like this, it can really open your eyes to see what is out there. Our community is in desperate need of any and everything. There are some people that come for a hot meal, that don’t have anything. There are also some that come to eat that have very little and they need the extra money for bills,” said Tanner. “I can’t think of a word that describes the contributions from our community to the kitchen,” stated Lassiter. It can make your heart melt to see your community doing wonderful things for a service like this and for the people in Randolph County. The Randolph Hospital Community Health Foundation granted Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen $31,200 to provide weekend survival packs of food for 15

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families and provide supplemental food to feed more than 115 people daily who visit the Soup Kitchen. “The weekend survival packs of food have truly been a blessing,” said Lassiter. The weekend survival packs include food that will get a family of four through the weekend. For example the survival pack might include: snack items, peanut butter, crackers, bread, canned meat, canned vegetables, canned fruit and healthy fruit snacks for the kids. “We know we can’t provide everybody with a survival pack of food. We wish we could, but funds are limited,” said Lassiter. Some of the survival packs of food will go to repeat families and others will go to new families. “Even if we can’t give it to the same family every weekend, it’s a big help for the weekend that we do give it to them” said Lassiter.

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen is not a food pantry, but it is willing to give out other items if they are available. Located inside the soup kitchen is a small area where it can give out coats during the winter. Many people that come through the kitchen enjoy reading, so there is a small section of books that participants can take, as long as they return them so that someone else can use them. Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen’s biggest and immediate need is to purchase new appliances. “Our appliances are going bad,” stated Lassiter. “We rely on our appliances to prepare hot meals. They are vital.” Lucky for Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, the Randolph Hospital Community Health Foundation has stepped in and allowed the Soup Kitchen to use some of their granted funds to purchase a new stove. But the needs don’t stop there, all of the appliances are over 20 years old and they need a new ice machine and industrial freezers.

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen serves a hot meal to over 100 people a day.

“We have a lot of groups from the community that come and volunteer. The community has been amazing in supporting this program,” stated Michael Trogdon, director of Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen. “We have beautiful people in this community that do not have the resources to make ends meet,” said Trogdon. Now that summer has arrived and kids are out of school, they are going to start seeing the numbers jump up to 130 people a day. “The need is here, and the need is great,” stated Trogdon. The next time you hear your tummy grumbling, think about the people in Randolph County that have not had a hot meal yet. Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen is located at 831 E. Pritchard St. in Asheboro. It provides free hot meals to the community Monday-Friday 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. If you are looking for a place to volunteer your services, donate items or for more information, please contact Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen at (336) 626-2563. 

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Community News

Battle of the Bands to Decide Performer for Fall Festival Kick-Off Concert

he Randolph Arts Guild has just announced that they will kick-off this year’s Fall Festival with a concert set for Friday, October 3rd at Bicentennial Stage in downtown Asheboro. The concert will be headlined by the winner of an online Battle of the Bands competition just launched on the organization’s Facebook page. (facebook.com/RandolphArtsGuild) According to Executive Director Derrick Sides “The decision to shift from the tradition of the Fall Festival parade was a tough one but we feel that this transition will help expand and enhance the the focus of the event. Ultimately we want to give the citizens of Randolph County opportunities to experience and participate in the arts.” To achieve this goal the Randolph Arts Guild is currently hosting an online

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Battle of the Bands to select the act to perform that Friday. “We want to both give the opportunity for a local act to perform and the opportunity for the community to give their input on the kind of music they want to see.” The Fall Festival Battle of the Bands contest is open to any band with a connection to Randolph County. Acts are asked to visit the Randolph Arts Guild Facebook page (facebook.com/RandolphArtsGuild) to submit a link to a YouTube video of their group performing. The community is asked to visit the same page to vote for their favorite band. Voting begins August 1st. The contest runs now through August 15th. The winning band will get to headline the Oct. 3rd concert and will receive $500. For more information call 336-629-0399 or visit www.RandolphArtsGuild.com. 

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Downtown Asheboro is alive with The Sound of Music

owntown Asheboro is alive with The Sound of Music! Local actors, stage crew, costumers, designers, and musicians will be joining RSVP Community Theatre in bringing this joyful musical back to life in the Historic Sunset

The story follows a troublesome young postulant assigned to govern the seven naughty children of a widowed naval Captain in Austria on the eve on the Anschluss (Germany’s invasion at the start of WWII). Some of the most iconic songs in Musical Theatre History (“Do-Re-Mi”, “Sixteen Theatre. Going on Seventeen”, “Edelweiss”, and more) come from The show is based on the The Story of the Trapp Family this classic score. Singers, a memoir written by the woman who would “The Sound of Music has been a staple in the worlds of become the inspiration for the Julie Andrews character in Professional and Amateur Theatre for over half a century,” the film (originally played on Broadway by Mary Martin). director Scott Lilly told me. “My personal aim in directing

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this particular production was to present it in such a way as to maximize its relevance and appeal to the Randolph Country community. The themes in this sometimes-underestimated show are as numerous and diverse as the characters on stage; every audience member will find something or someone they can relate to, with particular focus on faith, family, and finding one’s place.” Scott is an Asheboro native who has lent his talents to RSVP before. He served as assistant director in Camelot, director for Don’t Cry For Me, Margaret Mitchell, and both organized and directed a re-imagined production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, which was the inaugural performance of the Community’s new ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ program. This is his first time directing a full-scale musical, and he is especially excited to be directing this particular show with RSVP, since Scott’s first show with RSVP was in 1997, which happened to be The Sound of Music. “I was twelve years old and I played Friedrich. It was my first full-scale Musical Production. The hours of learning music and dance steps opposite my second-cast double, the costumes made specifically for me by my mother and others, even the jitters of waiting backstage for my next entrance was the most fun I’d ever had. Then the opportunity arrived for me to revisit this show with the same Theatre Troupe that inspired my pursuits all those years ago, with the same music director (the lovely Gwen Hall, who recently retired from Southwest High School), in my home town, it was just too perfect of a gig to

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“With this amazingly talented and dedicated company we’ve ever put together, the capabilities of the beautiful new Sunset Theatre, and the ingenious collaborative interpretation of one of the most stellar musicals of all time, this summer’s production of Rogers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music will be one of the most spectacular and memorable event in RSVP’s history to date. This production of the timeless Classic will, with all hope, seem to patrons as though they’re experiencing it for the first time, and remind us all to celebrate the deceptively simple joys, like music, which have the power to heal us, inspire us and change our lives.” With creative passion like that emanating from every member in the cast and crew, Asheboro is in store for a magnificent retelling of one of the greatest musicals ever written. The show will be running August 8-10. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30PM, and Sunday matinees are at 2:30PM. Tickets are $12 for adults, and $10 for students up to age eighteen and seniors. Only cash and checks are accepted at the door, but audience members can order seats in advance by visiting the Randolph Arts Guild, or by calling the Guild at (336) 629-9399. For more information, you can visit their website at www.rsvptheatre.org, or check out RSVP Community Theatre’s Facebook page. 

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UNIQUE TEMPORARY EXHIBIT & SPECIAL EVENTS AT THE N.C. ZOO

ummer is almost over and soon kids will be going back to school. But there is still a lot to go wild about at the North Carolina Zoo during the month of August. 40 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

by Gavin K. Johnson

Gavin Johnson is the North Carolina Zoo’s Information and Communications Specialist. His duties include writing news releases, conducting media and VIP tours, serving as an ofﬁcial zoo spokesman to the media, editing zoo publications and in production of the zoo’s syndicated television series “The Zoo FileZ.” Gavin joined the NC Zoo staff in February 2014, after spending nearly a decade as a television news reporter. Gavin spent six years at WECT-TV in Wilmington, NC and two years at WCJB-TV in Gainesville, FL. In 2013 Gavin won ﬁrst place for Best General News, was runner up for both Reporter of The Year and Investigative Reporting among Division II stations as selected by news directors with the Radio Television & Digital News Association of the Carolinas. In 2011 Gavin won second place for Best Series and in 2010 he placed second for Best Consumer Economics. Gavin is a native of Waycross, Georgia and a graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications; Minor in Theatre from Augusta State University.

Making a Roar about Lion Awareness During World Lion Day, August 9th, enjoy zookeeper talks which will allow people to learn about majestic lions at the zoo and get the scoop about lion conservation in the wild. There will be several activities at the N.C. Zoo on World Lion Day designed to provide entertainment while raising awareness for lions. Activities start at 11 a.m. in the zoo’s Africa region and include: zoo keepers tossing a large bone into the lion exhibit so kids can get an idea how a lion eats its prey in

the wild, a long jump activity will show kids how far lions can leap and let them compare their own leaping skills to lions, a roaring activity will help kids understand how loud a lion can get in the wild, along with these activities and kids will also be able to make crafts and receive gifts. With the number of lions dramatically declining in the wild, participating in World Lion Day is one way the N.C. Zoo staff raise awareness. Since last year the zoo has partnered with the Ruaha National AsheboroMagazine.com | 41

Park in Africa to help conserve lions. Through the partnership, members of the N.C. Zoo’s conservation and research department were able to donate mobile devices called CyberTrackers to the Ruaha Carnivore Project which allows park rangers in Africa to track and log data about lions. “That’s important because it helps to determine how lions are spending their time, it prevents conflict and monitors the lion population. Poison is an issue over there. Some people put pesticides on dead

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cows, not only do lions eat the poison, but so do other animals like coyotes,” said Corinne Kendall, Assistant Curator of Conservation and Research at the N.C. Zoo. It’s a Birthday Party and You’re Invited! One of the North Carolina Zoo’s oldest residents is turning 40! C’sar a male African elephant will celebrate his 40th birthday and zoo visitors are invited. The celebration takes place on August 16th at 11 a.m. at the zoo’s Elephant Exhibit. During the festivities kids can make crafts, sign C’sar’s birthday card and everyone can witness the more than 12-thousand pound elephant eat his cake. The birthday boy arrived at the N.C. Zoo in 1978 when he was just four years old. Not only is C’sar one of the most recognizable animals at the zoo, he is also the oldest elephant. His birthday celebration coincides with the official 40th anniversary of the N.C. Zoo “It’s a great coincidence, we’re turning 40 and so is he. He is a very large piece of our collection in more ways than one,” said Guy Lichty, Zoo Curator of Mammals. Since nearly

100 wild elephants are killed every day by poachers in Africa, zoo keepers are not just using C’sar’s birthday as a celebration, but as a way to inform people about the plight of elephants in the wild. “As ambassadors for their wild counterparts, animals like C’sar provide us with an opportunity to shed light on conservation issues in their range countries,” added Lichty.

Buggin’ Out at the N.C. Zoo The North Carolina Zoo is “buggin” out and it will continue through October. An attraction called “Bugs an Epic Adventure,” is making people crawl with excitement. The exhibit features a variety of live invertebrates from around the world including the Chinese mantis, patent leather beetle, Madagascar hissing

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cockroach, Vietnamese giant centipede, emperor scorpion, Texas giant millipede, rose hair tarantula, giant bird eating spider and more. These species gives people the opportunity to learn about unusual creatures which make up 96% of animal life on earth. “Our guests love being able to get up close with several types of live invertebrates in the unique Bug Dome. Even our visitors that are not bug fans find the variety interesting and enjoy discovering more about the role of these animals by talking with the staff within the exhibit,” said Steve Gerkin, Education Program Coordinator at the N.C. Zoo. “Bugs an Epic Adventure,” also allows people to come eye-to-antenna with GIANT animatronic bugs. The animatronic creatures include a Mexican red- knee tarantula measuring nearly 30 feet across with its striking black and gold coloration and long hairy legs. Other large animatronic critters include the giant devil’s flower mantis, stag beetle, blueeyed darner, black ant, seven spot ladybug, emperor scorpion, bombardier beetle, orb web spider, Madagascar sunset moth, red tailed bumblebee, Says’ firefly and grasshopper. “The 13 animatronic bugs in the exhibit are very accurate in their details and amazing to see at such a grand size,” said Gerkin. Whether it is a special event or exhibit when visitors come to the N.C. Zoo they will always have fun while learning at the same time. 

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Are there any special precautions I need to be aware of with my hearing devices during North Carolina’s hot and humid summers? Hearing instruments can be easily damaged by heat, moisture, dust or dirt. Knowing how to use and care for your hearing devices in the stifling heat of the Piedmont Triad can save you expensive repair or replacement costs, and thus protect your hearing technology investment. Any drastic change in temperature, such as going from an air-conditioned house or office to the hot---and possibly humid—outdoors creates condensation. Such dampness can prevent a hearing device from working properly. Fortunately, there are easy-to-use tools

available that can keep your device dry overnight while you are sleeping. The Dry & Store drying conditioning system is one example of an electrical appliance that removes moisture, kills germs, dries earwax, and deodorizes the hearing instrument. Moisture is the primary cause of hearing aid failure during these hot and humid summer months. Since no hearing device is immune to problems that arise from moisture and humidity, prevention is key. • Open the battery door at night to allow fresh dry air to circulate. • For those of you who enjoy outdoor activities or perspire heavily, occasionally remove your hearing aids and wipe off excess moisture. • Consider using a moisture guard if you wear your hearing instrument behind your ear.

• Never leave your hearing instrument in direct sunlight. • Do not store in environments where heat can build up, such as a glove box or dashboard. • Consider purchasing a dehumidifier. These products can be inexpensive, are certainly easy to use, and are known to extend battery life. Symptoms of moisture-related trouble include a shortened battery life, weak or distorted sound quality, and a hearing device that works for several hours, dies, and then functions properly if left out overnight. If your hearing instrument quits working despite following the above guidelines, bring the device to The Hearing Clinic. We will clean and dry them for you—no appointment necessary. 

Brooke Miller, Au.D. - A native of the Piedmont Triad, Dr. Miller received a bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a doctor of audiology from James Madison University. She has worked at the University of Virginia and the Martinsburg (WV) Veterans Administration, and has volunteered with the Special Olympics. Dr. Miller’s specialties include diagnostic hearing, balance and vestibular testing. She has a personal interest in other musicians with hearing loss and hearing protection, as well as long-term management of hearing loss in both the adult and special needs populations.

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Ask the Expert - Your Money

Since the creation of the first modern-day mutual fund, the Massachusetts Investors Trust in 1924, there has been a steady growth of mutual funds. Today there are about 7,600 mutual funds.1 Because of their convenience and flexibility, you might want to consider including mutual funds in your investment portfolio.

mutual fund is a collection of stocks, bonds, and other securities that is purchased, put into one package and professionally managed by an investment company. Then investors, like yourself, purchase shares in the fund. If you invest in a 401k plan….Your money is probably invested in mutual funds. As a mutual fund shareholder, you share in any gains or losses of the fund. The mutual fund manager buys and sells securities on your behalf and tries to make money for the shareholders. If your fund receives dividends or makes money by selling stocks, you can use the profits to buy more shares in the fund. If you want your money back, You can redeem your mutual fund shares at any time for their current market value. The value of mutual fund shares is determined every night, after the stock market closes.

Purchasing shares in a mutual fund can give you access to a diversified portfolio. In addition, you benefit from having your money managed by a financial professional. Large mutual fund managers are able to travel and visit with companies all over the world and interview the CEO’s and make decisions on which companies to invest in. By investing in a mutual fund, your money can be diversified in many different stocks and bonds, or invested in just one industry. There are many choices. Call me for a free report on top-quality mutual funds. Mutual funds are sold by prospectus. Please consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses carefully before investing. The prospectus, which contains this and other information about the investment company, can be obtained from your financial professional. Be sure to read the prospectus carefully before deciding whether to invest.  Source: 1) Investment Company Institute, 2013

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auren Gooch is a 17 year old aspiring fashion designer growing up in Randolph County. Lauren is homeschooled and will be graduating 10 months early in August. In the fall of 2013 Lauren bought a sewing machine that she planned on using for monogramming. After monogramming and experimenting with different fabrics she learned that her passion was in designing her own clothing. Lauren 50 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

has created her own clothing line. She named it after the nickname her mother gave her “The Peabodi Collection.” The skirts are currently available only by special order. Each one is made to custom fit your body and style. More clothing from The Peabodi Collection will be available in spring 2015. If your favorite part of going back to school is shopping, then these trends are for you! Make sure your fashion this fall is a reflection of your personality! Don’t be afraid to express yourself and stand out. Fashion is one of the greatest ways to show who you are without saying a word! 

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At the YMCA by Celena Fleming Community Development Director

BeneďŹ ts of After-School Programs

o you know what your child is doing when the school bell rings at the end of the day? More than 14 million students leave school every afternoon and have nowhere to go, since they do not have access to affordable, after-school opportunities. According to the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center (NYVPRC), nine out of ten Americans think all youth should have access to after-school programs, but two-thirds of parents say they have trouble finding programs locally. The bad news is that the situation may be getting worse. After-school hours are the peak time for juvenile crimes and risky behaviors, including alcohol and drug use. NYVPRC found that children who do not spend any time in after-school activities are 49 percent more likely to have used drugs and 37 percent more likely to become a teen parent. Kids are also at the highest risk of becoming a victim of violence after school, particularly between the hours of 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. The highest amount of juvenile crime occurs between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., the hour after most children are dismissed from school. The NYVPRC defines after-school programs as safe,

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structured activities that convene on a regular basis in the after-school hours and offer children opportunities to learn new skills. The skills students learn can range from technology and math to reading and art. Some programs also offer opportunities for internships, community service, or mentoring. These programs have been shown to improve academic achievement, as well as relieve the stresses on working families. According to the NYVPRC, most experts agree that after-school activities can serve as important strategies for youth violence prevention and intervention, and can also help students develop into responsible adults. A report by the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S Department of Justice shows that students in after-school programs have fewer behavioral problems and more selfconfidence, and can handle conflicts better than students who are not involved with these programs. In addition, according to the Harvard Family Research Project, afterschool programs help students from low-income families overcome the inequities they face in the school system. In Randolph County the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA provides the After School Fun Club Program. This program begins Monday, August 25th and is for students in

grades K-5 and gives parents the comfort of knowing their children are in a safe, supervised and structured environment with a multitude of activities to keep them engaged both mentally and physically. The YMCA offers pick-up from Lindley Park Elementary, Guy B. Teachey Elementary, Donna Lee Loflin Elementary, Charles W. McCrary Elementary and Southmont Elementary and operates daily until 6pm. The After School Fun Club provides participants with homework assistance, devotions, new computer learning center, 2400 sq ft classroom, Teen Center, Splash Pad, swimming pool, field trips, youth fitness classes, gymnasium, arts & crafts, playground, sports, games and much more. Staff and programming are also available on Teacher Workdays and Holidays that the facility is open. This program is called Camp Chill-Out and is also available to those not enrolled in After School for a low daily rate. Register FREE the ENTIRE month of July! Save up to $25 per child! Join us Friday, August 15th from 6 until 8pm for our FREE Back to School Bash at the Splash Pad! This event is open to students in grades K-5 and parents must be present for the duration of the event. To join in all the FUN in the After

School Fun Club or Camp Chill-Out programs, see the front desk for registration information. Scholarships are available! Contact Celena Fleming or Karen Oakley, 6251976 or visit www.randolphasheboroymca.com for more information. ď&#x201A;&#x2122;

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The Wine Cellar

2011 Bodegas Triton Tridente Tempranillo by Micki Bare

he tempranillo grape is a thick-skinned variety used in many wonderful Spanish and Portuguese red wines. The varietal also grows well in California, Argentina and Australia. Younger vines outside of Europe typically boast fruitier tasting notes, while the grapes that mature in warmer climates on older vines provide hints of deeper, richer flavors, such as prunes, chocolate and tobacco. This month’s selection is made of 100 percent tempranillo grapes from Castilla y León, Spain’s largest region. Armed with a bottle of 2011 Bodegas Triton Tridente Tempranillo, Hubby and I headed to the home of some friends for game night. The men in the group typically sip beer when we get together. And while the girls also enjoy a good craft brew, we have similar tastes in wine. Considering the region from which this wine was born, I had a feeling my friend Kristen was going to like it. Therefore, upon arrival, I pulled out the bottle and asked for her help in reviewing it. She retrieved a couple of glasses while I

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uncorked our wine. My nose woke up as it drank in the aroma that poured out of the open bottle. Kristen’s nose gravitated toward the exposed, damp cork. She handed back the cork as I passed her the bottle and we both exclaimed our elation at the amazing bouquet filling our senses. As the game board was being set up for the night’s battle, I poured the wine. I also spilled a little on the tablecloth. Thankfully, our hosts noted it was a hearty piece of linen procured from a dollar store. I was not to worry, they assured me, as I blotted up droplets of fermented grape juice. Little did they know I was not as worried about the table cloth as I was about wasting precious, full-bodied, deep red beads of deliciousness. The label corroborated the strong legs we observed on the interior sides of our glasses. This wine had a relatively high alcohol content at 16 percent. So while I could not wait for that first sip, I knew I would have to pace myself. I did not want this gorgeous beverage to impair my ability to strategize, slay the enemy and claim territories.

As the rules of the game were being reviewed, we girls stuck our noses into our glasses for a long drag of the rich and smoky fragrance. Finally it was time to take our first sip. The fact that I rolled a six, resulting in the opportunity to be the first to select a territory and set up my capitol was overshadowed by the dry, smooth, earthy flavors tantalizing my palate. The old Spanish vines did not disappoint. As the boys concentrated on establishing their bases of operations across the game board map, Kristen and I came to a realization. We predicted the wine would open up and become tastier and smoother as the night wore on. What I never could have predicted was how well the tempranillo would pair with cantaloupe and watermelon. Concerned about my middle-aged, expanding waistline, I was determined to snack on the fruit rather than buttered popcorn. But I was worried about the flavor combination of this fullbodied wine swirling on my taste buds alongside chunks of summer melons. To my pleasant surprise, the sweet, watery fruit complimented the dry, fruity—but not jammy—wine quite well. Kristen agreed as we both refilled our bowls of fruit during the second round of game play. By the third round, I had control of Hubby’s capitol and had my eye on the capitols of our hosts when Kristen and I discovered that our predictions were correct. The wine just kept getting better and better. Its earthiness mellowed out beautifully for a smooth, delicious taste that paired well with

conquering the world. And, should a neighbor brutally take down your capitols and most of your territories, a sip of 2011 Bodegas Triton Tridente Tempranillo does reduce the sting while helping you accept defeat with grace and a smile. Neither Kristen nor I were successful at conquering the world that night. But we did both thoroughly enjoy this particular wine selection. We heartily recommend it to those who also enjoy full-bodied, dry, earthy red wines. According to Josh Raynolds in Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar (September/October 2013), this vintage was described as “Bright purple. Sexy, oak-spiced dark berries, cola and vanilla on the perfumed nose. Smoky, pliant and appealingly sweet, offering intense black and blue fruit flavors that become livelier with air. Finishes sweet and seamless, with echoing cola and blue fruit notes.”

The 2011 Bodegas Triton Tridente Tempranillo was among the Lumina Wine and Beer Luminary Wine Club selections for July 2014, which also included 2013 Bodegas Ateca Honoro Vera White Rueda, 2011 Casa Catelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and 2012 Schloss Castell Silvaner.  AsheboroMagazine.com | 55

Community News Ceramic Divider Class with NC Potter, Brooke Avery

T Juice Your Way to Good Health

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from the inside out! Have you ever thought about juicing? Maybe you have been kicking around the idea of losing weight and taking better care of yourself. Juicing is a great way to add good nutrition into your daily routine and can also help you lose weight. Below is an easy juice recipe that is sure to become a favorite

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Add 2 handfuls of: Kale Baby Spinach Blueberries Fresh Pineapple Strawberries 6 Oz Water Ice Cubes 2 Tablespoons of Raw Honey Garnish with fresh fruit on top. Replace one meal a day with a smoothie blend to help aid in weight loss, pain relief, clearer skin, and more natural energy! For more tips on living your healthiest lifestyle, check out Kellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.kellyself.com. 56 | Asheboro Magazine - Issue 47

he Randolph Arts Guild (R.A.G.) is offering an upcoming clay class that will help you stay organized. NC potter, Brooke Avery will lead a class that features a make-it-yourself desktop divider/organizer set. Students will learn how to make a organizer to keep all of their pens, pencils,and paint brushes in. This class is designed for ages 7 to 12. All materials provided. This class meets on Wednesdays, August 13 & 20 from 10 a.m. -- 12 p.m. at the Randolph Arts Guild located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. The class costs $40 (R.A.G. members), $45 (non-members). Payment and completed registration are required for enrollment. The enrollment deadline is Monday, August 4. For more information contact the Randolph Arts Guild at (336) 6290399. Brooke Avery is a ceramic artist and pottery instructor who grew up grew up and currently resides in Trinity, NC. She graduated in 2008 from UNCG with a B.F.A. in Design. Brooke teaches pottery classes at the Randolph Arts Guild and is currently a working studio artist there. Her ceramic work can be found in Greensboro at the Center for Visual Arts and in Asheboro at Morings Fine Crafts. She is one of several local artisans teaching during the 2014 Randolph Arts Guild Summer Arts Camp.

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How to Help Kids Transition Back to the Classroom

he dawn of a new school year is an lack the structure of the school year, and that lack exciting time. Kids may not want to say of structure can help kids unwind and make the goodbye to days spent lounging by the most of the freedom that summer vacation provides. pool, but such disappointment is often But as summer starts to wind down, parents can tempered by the prospect of returning to begin to reintroduce some structure into their kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; school with friends. lives to make the transition back to school go For parents, getting kids ready for a new school more smoothly. Plan morning activities so kids can year is about more than updating their wardrobe or readjust to waking up early each day. In addition, organizing carpools with fellow parents. Reacclimating kids to the routine of school after a relaxing summer is a significant undertaking, and the following are a handful of ways for parents to get a head start as the school year draws closer. * Establish a routine over the last few weeks of summer. Summer vacations typically As a new school year draws nearer, parents can employ several strategies to help their kids readjust to the rigors of the classroom.

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serve breakfast, lunch and dinner at the same time you typically serve it during the school year so kids’ bodies can begin to readjust as well. * Take kids along when shopping for school supplies. If you plan to buy your child a new computer or other supplies for the upcoming school year, take him or her along on your shopping trips. Kids who get to choose their supplies might be more excited about returning to school than those youngsters who are given what they need without offering their input. * Monitor or assign summer reading. Many students are given summer reading lists to keep their minds sharp over the summer and prepare them for upcoming coursework. Parents should monitor kids’ progress on such reading lists and even discuss the books with their kids when possible. Read the books along with them if you think it will help engage them. If kids were not assigned summer reading lists at the end of the school year, assign your own books, rewarding kids when they finish a new book. Kids who read throughout the summer may be more likely to start the school year off on the right foot than those who don’t crack a book all summer. * Encourage kids to sign up for extracurricular activities. Many school-aged athletes get a head start on the new school year by trying out for sports teams. Such tryouts often commence a week or two

before a school year is scheduled to begin, and this can help kids ease their way back into the school year. But even nonathletes can begin pursuing extracurricular activities before the first school bell of the year rings. Theater programs may begin auditions or encourage interested youngsters to attend orientation meetings before the dawn of the school year, and such sessions can be a great and pressure-free way for kids to ready themselves for a new school year. The arrival of a new school year can be both exciting and daunting. But parents can help their youngsters readjust to school in various ways after a relaxing summer. 

The Randolph County Department of Social Services is looking for loving, supportive families to serve as foster families for the children of Randolph County in need. We are focusing on homes for sibling groups, teenagers, and medically fragile children

If you are interested in becoming a Foster Parent, please contact the Randolph County Department of Social Services at 336-683-8062 to get more information on the requirements and training opportunities.

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oin us as we have a celebration in honor of Miss Randolph County Teen USA Lauren Gooch and her journey to the Miss Teen North Carolina USA Pageant! We will have Live Music to kick off the Health Fair with a Brooke McBride Concert at 2pm, a Fashion Show for Local Boutiques, a Glamour Girl Pageant, Free Yoga Class, and many vendors. Including but not

excluded to- Aflac, Iron Madness Fitness Apparel, Kelly Self Life Coaching, Cabana J’s Boutique, Lion’s Den Vapes, and many others! Also, meet Maggie Lane from America’s Got Talent! Contact Kelly at 336-736-7193 for more information on becoming a vendor or a model for the Fashion Show! Saturday, September 6th 2pm until 8pm. LocationRandleman Bicentennial Park and Farmer’s Market. 

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Wood and Stone Jewelry Lecture with North Carolina Artist, Joel Baynard

reestone Peach a.k.a. North Carolina artist, Joel Baynard will share with the community his small scale sculptures. Most of his artwork is in the form of wrist cuffs/bracelets that are made out of found wood and precious stone/mineral. This lecture is in conjunction with the upcoming “RADIOACTIVE: Invited Artists Exhibition” at the Randolph Arts Guild. Joel is one of 10 featured artists for this October 2014 exhibition. Here is your chance to meet Joel and learn more about his process of meshing stone and wood into jewelry. “Freestone Peach is a fine example of using what is around you as you express yourself. Joel’s art is thoughtful and combines natural elements in a manner that invites your consideration,” says Randolph Arts Guild program director, Les Caison III. The lecture is Friday, August 15 and is part of the downtown Asheboro’s “Out & About” series. The lecture begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Sara Smith Self Gallery located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. The lecture is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Joel Baynard is a North Carolina native. Joel studied engineering at NC State University. He is fluent in Japanese, served as a company commander in Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FOUR, and has worked as a Project Planning Director at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. Joel has recently returned to his enjoyment of woodworking and has many world experiences that informs his creativity. He is one of the featured artists in RAG’s October RADIOACTIVE Invited Artists Exhibition. Freestone Peach (Joel Adam Baynard) was born, raised, and educated in North Carolina. Fluent in Japanese, he has lived in Japan on four different occasions: at Nagoya University as an exchange student from North Carolina State University; an Architectural Intern at Ando Construction Corporation in Tokyo; and as a company commander in Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FOUR. He continued to

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explore the Pacific, California, and the Southwest deploying with the Navy until they brought him back East. He moved to Washington, DC where he worked as Project Planning Director at the National Naval Medical Center, the President’s Hospital, in Bethesda, MD. He moved from DC to NC in order to transition from a career in healthcare construction to one in healthcare administration. To accomplish this, he enrolled at Wake Forest University to earn a master’s degree in business administration. Little did he know that he went to business school to become an artist. Freestone Peach (A Beautiful Imperfection): Tokyo, 1999. I interned at Ando Construction Co, and learned about Japanese engineering and architecture. At times, my coworkers called me shibui. In their best efforts at English, they said it meant ‘cool’, which more accurately translated to ‘seeking beauty in a modest and simple way without being flashy’. I was fascinated by their ability to purposefully incorporate imperfections, thus naturalness, into their everyday aesthetic. They did not try to patch scars in their creations; rather they highlighted them and used them in a way to make an artist of the viewer. I am a firm follower of the Shibui aesthetic. Shibui consists of seven qualifiers: Simplicity, Implicitness, Modesty, Silence, Naturalness, Everydayness, and Imperfection. I use flawed pieces of wood, scraps that would be burned, and fruit trees that are abandoned to infestation. I am fortunate to restrain this rough into elegant spontaneity. The wood with its flaws provides a darkling elegance, which the gems highlight. I find some wood that I use in scrap piles and dunnage in shops or lumberyards. I find other pieces as fell trees in the woods or non-producing fruit trees from orchards. I do not cut any tree down solely for lumber, although I may trim a branch away. Please care for your pieces of wearable art as if you would care for a piece of fine furniture. 

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