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reg and I have never lived close to family members. We spent many a Christmas and Easter with just the four of us. As a result we are very tight, and we have nicknamed our group as The Petty Family Unit. Not to say we don’t love our extended family, we just have never lived near them. Greg is very close to his two older sisters, Pam and Stephanie. And I will always be grateful to them for teaching Greg how to clean a bathroom. When they get together, it’s all hugs and kisses and talk, talk, talk (especially Greg and Stephanie and politics…) I have an older sister, two older brothers, and a younger stepsister and two younger stepbrothers (although technically they are “step” they are truly my brothers and sisters.) The two that live in Auburn we see every couple of years, but the rest back in Colorado we see maybe every five years. But duty called. I have just returned from an emergency trip to Colorado to care for my brothers. Both are single and living together. Tom is recently widowed so he moved in with Mike, and in March they both needed to be hospitalized. Boom! On a plane within two days to help out. And that is what family does. Regardless of time or location, a crisis situation brings family together. And during this time, closeness redevelops. Daily conversations with siblings build a bond of caring and sharing. Mutual concern dissolves years of separation. My sister Karen and I generally speak twice a year. Now we are on the phone daily. Brother Dan, often in his own world, had rallied ‘round the family to do what he can. It’s been great—well that may be the wrong word—the illness that precipitated these events is not great, but the resulting bringing together of the troops has been. We all know the scenario… someone dies, and everyone comes to the funeral. People that haven’t seen each other for forever show up. Why is that? We can make time to come to funerals, but we can’t make time to see family when they are alive? Thank goodness it only took an illness, not a death, to bring our family together. Both brothers are recovering, although not as quickly as we had hoped. But lets face it, as we age, we take a little longer to heal. I am just grateful that I have siblings in the area that can manage day-to-day events Boom! April 2014I Crossword and keep me apprised. I was able to help for a few days—and was happy to do that—but I am so happy that others are close by. Is blood thicker than water? Most definitely.

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aleigh Little Theatre (RLT) is pleased to announce the selection of a new Artistic Director, Patrick Torres. Torres, 37, is the fourteenth artistic director in the theatre’s nearly 80-year history, and the first person of color in this role. He succeeds Haskell Fitz-Simons, who passed away in May 2013 after 30 years of distinguished service.

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Torres brings a unique combination of professional and artistic achievement to this role. After receiving his BFA from Texas State University and MFA in Directing from the University of Southern Mississippi, he served as directing fellow and teaching artist at Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington DC, Associate Artistic Director at Young Playwrights’ Theater and for the last three years as Program Director at the Austin nonprofit Creative Action. Founded in 1936, Raleigh Little Theatre is one of the oldest continuously operating community theatres in the United States. RLT offers entertainment, education, and community programs reaching 40,000 people each year. As a community theatre, RLT engages hundreds of volunteers under the guidance of professional staff to achieve its mission of educating through theatre. Visit www.raleighlittletheatre.org for more information. The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources will present two programs about the Civil War in the Triangle during April: Raleigh Occupied, State Capitol, Raleigh, April 12. Costumed interpreters will share their stories in one of the state’s most historic and important structures. Experience four historically accurate vignettes about the civil war; including a conversation between two elder statesmen, the effect

of the Union occupation and a colorful Raleigh resident who knew that her life would never be the same again as she saw the blue coats arrive. Many Roads to Surrender, Bennett Place, Durham, April 26-27, Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 10am to 3pm. Historians and authors from the National Park Service will highlight five major surrenders of the Civil War at Bennett Place, the site of the largest surrender of the Civil War. Civilian and military re-enactors will demonstrate what life was like at the end of the Civil War, and an evening Civil War ball will held on April 26 as a fundraiser for the site. The annual Sunday Unity Monument wreath laying ceremony will include speakers and presentations. Visit www. nccivilwar150.gov. The North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA) has received a grant from the John William Pope Foundation for $25,000 in support of the Museum’s School Bus Scholarship Fund. The NCMA School Bus Scholarship Fund, which was launched in 2008 to provide funding to North Carolina schools requiring financial assistance to transport students to the Museum, must be replenished annually. Each year nearly 1,000 students from approximately nine schools visit the Museum with support from the School Bus Scholarship Fund. The John William Pope Foundation’s $25,000 grant will not only allow the NCMA to continue the program but will also allow it to serve an additional three to five schools. “This grant will ensure that more students from across North Carolina will experience the treasures of their state’s art museum,” says Museum director Lawrence J. Wheeler. “We are incredibly thankful for the support from the John William Pope Foundation, as it helps guarantee that students will have the opportunity to visit the Museum’s collection despite their school’s geographic distance and financial limitations.” For more info visit www.ncartmuseum.org. Galloway Ridge at Fearrington has recently started up a radio show intended to both inform and entertain seniors in the Triangle region. “Seniors 2.0: Your Life Redefined,” hosted by Heather Rusnak and Pat Richardson, is broadcast on WCOM 103.5 FM out of Carrboro, Thursday mornings at 11am. Richardson, director of community relations at Galloway Ridge, came up with the idea for the show, and after a few

months of review by WCOM, the show was approved. “It wasn’t an opportunity to advertise and market Galloway Ridge,” Richardson said. “We just wanted people to know that we feel like we have the experience in the Triangle, and we want to offer some of our expertise. If we do not have the expertise we will have subject matter experts on the live show including residents in the Triangle.” Rusnak, the CEO and executive director of Galloway Ridge, said the show is not the only show of its type, but it is intended to capture more of a “lively aim” instead of focusing on clinical issues. “We’re just saying that there’s still a lot of life in us, and we’re going to celebrate that,” Rusnak said. “I think that’s the difference between us and other senior radio talk shows out there.” Once Rusnak decided to do the show, the pair took the idea to Bill McClymont, the chief engineer and president of the board of directors at WCOM, who said the board immediately fell in love with the idea. Richardson said plans are in the works for shows about technology and travel and how they relate to a post-retirement life. More info at www.gallowayridge.com. Duke Regional Hospital recently launched a new electronic medical record technology. Called Duke Maestro Care, the state-of-the-art technology will mean “one record, one patient, one system.” “This is a significant and exciting step for us and for our patients,” said Katie Galbraith, interim president of Duke Regional. “For more than 37 years, our team at Duke Regional has promised to provide the highest quality care to our community. Launching Maestro Care will help us deliver on that promise—today and for many years to come.” Maestro Care will replace more than 100 clinical information systems and create a single electronic medical record of patients’ personal health and healthcare history within Duke Medicine. The secure record can be accessed by patients’ care teams at Duke Regional and anywhere within Duke Medicine as well as by affiliated and referring physicians. That means better coordination, faster communication and enhanced safety for patients. “With Maestro Care, all the details about a patient’s healthcare history—including medications and test results—are stored in a single record,” said Barbara Griffith, MD, Duke Regional’s chief medical officer. The new system also provides patients a

better way to access their health information. Duke MyChart allows secure online access to request prescription refills, send private messages to a patient’s physicians, view test results quickly and receive easyto-read billing statements. Visit www. dukeregional.org/maestrocare. The Kay Yow Cancer Fund has awarded a $1 million research grant to UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. The research grant is being awarded to UNC Lineberger to conduct a Phase II, fouryear controlled trial to evaluate the impact of a physical activity intervention program on biomarkers of aging and body composition among breast cancer survivors age 65 and older who are receiving adjuvant or neoadjuvant chemotherapy. The research project will be conducted as a national, multi-site collaboration with the Cancer and Aging Research Group, UNC Hospitals, affiliated community clinics and the Alliance for Clinical Trials and Oncology. “It is essential to preserve and optimize physical function among women 65 and older as they undergo chemotherapy in order for them to continue to live independently in their communities and enjoy the highest possible quality of life,” said Susan Donohoe, executive director, Kay Yow Cancer Fund. More info at www. unclineberger.org. Carrie Jane Knowles, Boom! Magazine’s Fifty & Fabulous story in November, 2013 (www.boomnc.com/archives/fiftyand-fabulous/carrie-jane-knowles-at-theintersection-of-life-and-art), has been recognized as the 21 Piedmont Laureate. Carrie Knowles, a Raleigh author, writing coach, arts advocate and organizer, has been selected as the region’s 2014 Piedmont Laureate. During this year, Ms. Knowles will appear at various workshops, reading programs and speaking engagements throughout Alamance, Durham, Orange and Wake counties. The program is dedicated to building a literary bridge for residents to come together and celebrate the art of writing. Co-sponsored by the City of Raleigh Arts Commission, Alamance County Arts Council, Durham Arts Council, Orange County Arts Commission and United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County, the program’s mission is to “promote awareness and heighten appreciation for excellence in the literary arts throughout the Piedmont region.” Visit www.piedmontlaureate.com.

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r. Swapna Chenna had a patient come into her office in Morrisville not long ago who was in his 50s. The man explained to Dr. Chenna that his mother, who was in her 90s, had gone to see a geriatric specialist. The specialist looked at the 19 medications his mother was on, asked some questions about her current health and eventually whittled the number of medications she was on to six. Thinking about his own health, Dr. Chenna’s patient wanted to not only become established with a primary care doctor, but a doctor who offered an added benefit as a board-certified geriatric specialist. “I decided it probably wasn’t too early for me to start seeing a geriatric doctor,” Dr. Chenna recalls the man telling her. A relatively new discipline As defined by the American College of Physicians, geriatrics is the subspecialty of internal medicine concerned with the health and wellbeing of older adults. Generally, candidates for geriatric medicine start at age 65 and up. Though the notion of a branch of medicine dedicated to the unique needs of older

people dates to 1500 BC and the Indian system of medicine, and while a more modern form of specialized geriatric medicine has been practiced in the United Kingdom since the 1970s, the concept is relatively new to the United States. In 2007, minimum competencies were finally established for a specialty in geriatric medicine by the Association of American Medical Colleges and the John A. Hartford Foundation, which works to improve the health of older Americans. The emphasis on geriatric medicine in the U.S. is only expected to increase as the population ages. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration on Aging, the number of Americans 65 or older is expected to increase from 12.9 percent of the population in 2009 (the latest year for which information is available) to 19 percent in 2030. Addressing unique needs Geriatric medicine addresses the unique needs of older patients, says Dr. Chenna, which is why there’s no exact age for when someone should seek out a geriatric specialist. “It’s personal preference,” she says.

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“And it can depend largely on pre-existing conditions.” Medication management almost always comes into play with geriatric medicine. As we age, our systems and bodies also change. A person’s ratio of body fat typically increases with age, there are often circulation changes and kidneys may become less effective at filtering blood. A side effect of these changes: medications remain in the systems of older people for a longer period of time. A certified geriatrician keeps this in mind when prescribing medications, typically calling for a lower dosage and making sure the medications are safe and best suited for the patients’ age and condition. As we age, she adds, we also tend to rack up ailments and the medications required to deal with those issues. “We have to stay on top of what our patients are taking, making sure that there are no bad interactions between a person’s various medications,” says Dr. Chenna. Especially vexing, she says, are blood thinners, which can react with any number of other medications and even food.

“There’s a long list of medications that are not safe for older patients,” Chenna reiterates. And shortening that list and reducing medications are key to Dr. Chenna’s approach to medicine. Better living through lifestyle “I focus on lifestyle change to achieve good health,” says Dr. Chenna. That means a good diet—more fruits and vegetables, fiber, staying hydrated, lean meat, protein and complex carbohydrates— as well as exercise. Exercise can be a little trickier. “We have to be sensitive to pre-existing conditions,” explains Dr. Chenna. “For instance, someone with arthritis may be better off on a lower-impact elliptical machine or stationary bike instead of running outside or on a treadmill, which may further impact their joints.” It’s also important to consider safety when it comes to exercise. Although physical activity can go a long way in preventing injuries or falls, a geriatrician can help determine if any medications or conditions may put an older patient at a higher risk for falling.

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frequent visits to monitor medications and to check on chronic conditions. “They’re also more receptive to what I have to say,” says Dr. Chenna. She believes that’s largely due to the fact they have the wisdom of experience or a history of going to the doctor on their side. “I want to empower patients to actively participate in improving their lifestyle at any age,” says Dr. Chenna. Making the switch How do you decide when to seek a geriatric specialist? And once you decide, how should proceed? Dr. Chenna shares these thoughts:

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• It’s better to start sooner rather than later. If you’re taking a number of medications, if you suffer from chronic conditions, a geriatric specialist may be better able to meet your needs. • On your first appointment bring all the medications you’re taking. Someone who is taking a number of medications may not remember all of them, or may not remember their names. • Bring your medical history. • Bring a family member or close friend who is familiar with your health. “Sometimes patients are embarrassed to mention something, they don’t think something is worth mentioning, or they just forget,” says Dr. Chenna. • Be open to change, especially when it comes to medications. “It’s hard for some people to let go of a medication they’ve been taking for a long time,” Dr. Chenna explains.

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Dr. Chenna’s goal for exercise is the same regardless of age: 30 minutes a day, at least five days a week. Another advantage to dealing with older patients: “Rarely do they tell me they don’t have time to exercise.” Geriatrics: an interest sparked It’s these unique needs and special considerations of older patients that attracted Dr. Chenna to geriatric medicine. During her three-year residency in Family Medicine at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center, affiliated with the University of California at Los Angeles, Dr. Chenna became interested in geriatric medicine. She went on to complete a fellowship in geriatrics at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. She’s been with WakeMed Physician Practices–Morrisville Primary Care since late 2012, seeing a mix of patients, young and old. She notes a difference in that mix. The doctor-patient relationship Dr. Chenna appreciates the fact that her geriatric practice lets her build close relationships with her patients. “My younger patients I may see once a year for a physical exam,” she says. Her older patients generally require more

Dr. Swapna Chenna is a family medicine doctor and board certified geriatric specialist with WakeMed Physician Practices—Morrisville Primary Care. Visit www.wakemedphysicians.com for more information, to schedule an appointment or to find a WakeMed primary care practice near you. Comment online at BoomNC.com .

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ain caused by arthritis of the hip and knee is a complaint that many of us now have as our generation gets on in age. Although there may be other aches and pains that we also feel, pain in the hips and/or knees will often make us see our doctor for relief. These pains impede the active lifestyle we have become accustomed to. Since many of us refuse to slow down as we get older we often will seek advice and depend on our orthopaedic surgeons to provide us with the treatments that allow us to continue be active and stay healthy. Arthritis is not a single disease process and it affects individuals in different ways. Therefore treatment recommendations should not be “one size fits everyone.” Although joint replacement surgery is often considered the mainstay and definitive treatment of arthritis, conservative or non-operative treatment often will help reduce the pain of arthritis sufficiently to allow the return to normal levels of activity. However, when the pain of arthritis is no longer sufficiently alleviated by

conservative treatment, then it is time to consider joint replacement surgery. Joint replacement surgery has evolved over the past 50 years and mainly the improvements have been in the implant design and the materials used to manufacture the implant. Only recently has the surgical technique seen a monumental change. Robotics, which has changed the face of manufacturing, is also changing medicine. Robotic assisted surgery has grown over the past decade and the use of robotics in orthopaedics is now changing the approach to traditional joint replacement surgery. Traditional joint replacement surgery is as much an art as it is a science and the results of the surgery significantly depend on the skill of the surgeon. Some failures of joint replacement surgery, particularly partial knee replacements designed to replace only the part of the knee that is affected by arthritis, are due to inaccurate placement of the implants and/or incorrect joint alignment and soft-tissue balancing. An implant alignment error of five to ten degrees or implant misplacement by as little five millimeters can result in persisting joint pain

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patient satisfaction and improved surgical outcomes. With any of these treatments, there are obviously pros and cons. As an orthopaedic surgeon, I am responsible to offer my patients the best options that are available for them. I believe in conservative treatment including appropriate and regular exercise and the judicious use of medicine. Traditional joint surgery remains one of my tools to treat arthritis, but roboticassisted surgery is now something I offer my patients suffering from moderate to severe knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. In the past year I have performed over 75 surgeries using robotic technology in the operating room and the outcomes have been truly remarkable. I truly believe, and results are indicating, that the future of orthopaedic surgery is robotics, and the patients that have had the opportunity to benefit from the robotic assisted surgery can attest to the remarkable outcomes enabling them to enjoy life again.

Automation is much more predictable. The results of robotic-assisted surgery are more reliable. Implant positioning is more precise and joint alignment and balancing are automated and not dependent on just the “surgeon’s eye.” More technically demanding surgical procedures, such as partial knee replacements are now routinely done with the robot with significant benefit for the patient: a shorter surgi- Dr. Andrew Bush practices robotic surgery at Central cal time with a smaller incision and pre- Carolina Orthopaedic Associates, PLLC, www.cencise implant placement result in greater tralcarolinaortho.com.

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The Artistry of VeinGogh ummer is coming; what a delight! Most of us have started our annual evaluation to see what damage the long cold winter months have wrought on our bodies. Holiday and comfort foods, less than optimum exercise routines, as well as age and heredity have made their marks. As spring approaches, we will be shedding layers and we want to be sure that what is underneath is ready to be seen. Upon close inspection, we realize that some inherited features are desirable, such as Mom’s smile or Dad’s eyes, but other inherited traits… not so much. Your inspection might reveal a growing number of cherry red spots (angiomas, hemangiomas) on your chest and trunk, or fine little red lines (spider veins) around your nose, chin and cheeks. Then you remember that Mom (or was it Dad?) had these same unattractive little spots and lines all over. Heredity has left its mark. You may think, “Ugh! Is this what’s to become of me?” In our quest for perfection, or at least improvement, there

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A civil claim means money damages for harms caused. Someone who causes a car accident has created a tort; a grocery store that has a dangerous floor spill and does not warn customers who then slip and fall has created a tort. A mass tort is simply that, harm created on a large scale. So the big difference between a mass tort and a class action? Each case is handled and evaluated individually. In a class action, the individual members of the “class” are presented collectively as a group. Often in a class action, the individual harm is small, such that it would not be economical to pursue, but as a group it would be. A good example of a class action was a recent settlement by Bank of America in which folks recovered a settlement for being overcharged on fees. The recovery for some folks was as small as $10.00. That was handled as a class action. Drug litigation cases are handled individually, but if there is a settlement then often the entire group will be treated as a whole. Folks could either opt into the continued on page 12

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am often asked this question, what is a class action and does my claim against a pharmaceutical company fit within a class action? This is an often-misunderstood area of the law. We all see the commercials on television for folks who have taken one drug or another that may have caused adverse side effects that either the patients were not warned about or because of the design, the drug caused. The most notable of these types of claims that folks may remember were the diet drug Fen-Phen and the pain medication Vioxx. Both of these drugs were blockbusters for their companies and both drugs led to major health issues that spurned lawsuits across the country. These lawsuits ultimately led to a settlement after several trials in which both sides were able to test the juries’ reactions to the claims. None of these cases were class actions. In fact, they are known in the legal world is a Mass Tort. A tort, other than a delicious dessert, is a legal term that means a wrongful act that leads to a civil claim.

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lzheimer’s disease causes more worries for the over 50 crowd than any other age group because today it affects more than five million people in America. Not only do people think about losing their own mental capacity, but more uneasiness arrives when they provide care to a loved one already aﬄicted. Alzheimer’s stands out on the concern meter for this age group and studies show that that anxiety is not just folly. Two hundred thousand of those cases have early onset Alzheimer’s with 60-80 percent of dementia diagnoses attributed to it.

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ibly changes the brain; it impairs memory, decision-making and self-care. Every 68 seconds a person receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. According to the 213 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, one in three seniors die from this brain-deteriorating disease each year and two-thirds are women. By 2050, there will be an estimated one million newly-diagnosed cases each year. Recently, AARP reported the numbers for Alzheimer’s as six times higher than previously thought and now the third leading cause of death in America, only trailing heart disease and cancer. From 2000-2010, the proportions of these same diseases decreased while Alzheimer’s increased 68 percent. Live in the Present A dementia diagnosis does not mean the end of your life, however, daily adjustments to your usual schedule

will become necessary. As Alzheimer’s progresses, living alone will not be possible at some point. Make living arrangements for the different stages of the disease. Options abound with roommates or live-in help, family, adult day care or in-home services. Whether you are a caregiver or an individual with a dementia diagnosis, stay physically and mentally active as much as possible. Find a support group to share your experiences and concerns, and learn tips from one another about handling the disease. You may want to participate in a clinical trial to help find a cure, or register for a memory walk to raise funds for an Alzheimer’s organization and make new friends. Attend workshops to gain current information from professionals and connect with others about the future. Continue to enjoy outings to familiar and safe places. Remember to always plan rest periods during and in-between activities because fatigue can cause additional stress leading to disorientation even in familiar surroundings. Lastly, I recommend you share your diagnosis with family and close friends as soon as possible. Don’t keep it a secret. Let them know you want their support during this difficult time when changes and limitations will be apparent. Resources A great tool to help you with a customized action plan can be found at http://tinyurl.com/ph9anua. Enroll in a program specifically designed for those with dementia/Alzheimer’s who wander. A good option is Medic Alert + Alzheimer’s Association Safe Return or a similar one that provides immediate response for a safe return and medical emergencies. Register with your local police as well. Take Action Today If you suspect you or a loved one has dementia, make plans for the future now. Don’t delay; get a full medical exam and diagnosis from a dementia/Alzheimer’s specialist. Your failing memory may be treatable, and if not, you can still play a central part in your support and care plan to ensure a better quality of life. For the latest facts about Alzheimer’s, go to http://tinyurl.com/d9un2w2.

here are many questions concerning the difference between an observation admission and an inpatient admission to the hospital. Simply understanding that a difference exists and knowing to question your status during your hospital stay is important because the classification determines how Medicare will cover the expense. In short, the patient’s admission status will determine his or her financial obligations. Essentially, if the patient is admitted to the hospital with a physician’s order, the admission status is inpatient, and Medicare Part A is responsible for the services provided. However, in some cases the patient’s status changes during the hospital stay, or the patient enters the hospital without specific orders from a physician. For instance, if someone visits the emergency room and remains in the hospital overnight for monitoring or testing, that person may have been admitted for observation purposes, which are deemed outpatient

services by Medicare and are thus not covered by Medicare Part A. Medicare Part B covers outpatient services, and unlike Part A, requires the patient to pay 20 percent co-pay after the deductible is met.* It is imperative that patients and families are aware of the admission status. It is important to understand the benefits under Medicare Parts A and B. Ask questions regarding the services rendered and seek clarification of patient payment responsibilities. Also, should you need rehab care after surgery or a hospital stay, don’t forget that there are alternatives to short-term stays in skilled nursing or rehab facilities—request information about home health services. If a patient meets the criteria and is eligible for home health under traditional Medicare then there are many benefits to choosing this care over institutional stays: services may be covered at 100 percent under part A and are rendered in the privacy continued on page 12

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settlement or through advice of their lawyers; they could pursue the cases through a jury trial. Some of the current mass tort cases you may hear of in the news are the transvaginal mesh claims or bladder sling claims, metal on metal hip claims and Lipitor claims. It has been alleged that in each of these cases the manufacturer knew of some risks or did not test these drugs or devices and they have led to great harm. These types of cases are NOT claims or lawsuits against the doctors; they are against the company who manufactured the drug or device. Each of these cases are handled on an individual basis and are not class actions. It is important to speak with an experienced attorney about these types of claims and most attorneys will offer a free, confidential consultation to discuss your individual claim. Ben Whitley is a partner in Whitley Law Firm, where the practice concentrates on personal injury claims and defective medical devices. www.whitleylawfirm.com Well Care Solutions continued from page 11

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HERE COMES THE SUN! By Linda RoBinson, MD

e wait for it all winter long and then there it is— that glorious sunshine! It literally and emotionally brightens our day. But we also need to be careful of its effects when we stay outside as the days get longer. Sunburn can be a bad side effect of soaking up those warm rays. The first signs of a sunburn may not appear for a few hours. By the time the skin starts to become painful and red, the damage has already been done. The pain is worst between 6 and 48 hours after your exposure to the sun. In severe sunburns, your skin may blister. If you have a sunburn you can try a few things at home to relieve the pain. Take a cool bath or shower or apply a cool, clean damp towel to your injured skin. Apply aloe vera or moisturizing lotion several times a day. Take over-the-counter pain reliever like aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen or acetaminophen. The flip side is what not to put on your skin if you have sunburn. Don’t use petroleum jelly, butter, egg whites or other home remedies on your sunburned skin. They can actually prevent or delay healing. If you or a loved one experience the following symptoms after sun exposure, call a healthcare provider immediately or go to your nearest emergency room: • fever or chills • shock • dehydration • confusion • nausea or vomiting • the sunburned person is a child under a year old • the burn has blisters or the skin appears white or is numb Possible Complications Soaking up the sun for extended periods of time can put you at risk for possible complications. If your skin blisters and the blisters rupture, you are at risk for bacterial infection. Also, you could be accelerating the aging process of your skin, a condition called Photoaging that can leave you with deep wrinkles, freckles, large brown lesions, fine red veins on your cheeks, nose and ears or even thinner, more translucent skin. Other even more intense issues could include Actinic Keratoses, considered a precancerous condition that appears as rough scaly patches in sun-exposed areas, skin cancer and/or eye damage. Prevention is the best way to be “sun safe” We all want to enjoy the sunshine and have fun outside, so be sure to take preventative measures so that you can continue to enjoy it every day and not have any sun side effects. Wear a wide-brim hat and sunglasses to help protect your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Loose, lightweight shirts will also provide an appropriate

amount of protection, but the most important item to wear is sunscreen. The American Cancer Society encourages the “Slip! Slop! Slap! and Wrap” method to protecting you and your loved ones from the sun’s harmful rays: • Slip on a shirt—wear clothes to protect your skin • Slop on sunscreen—a palmful every two hours and more often if you are swimming or sweating • Slap on a hat—a wide brim hat is best to protect your ears, eyes, forehead, nose and scalp Wrap on sunglasses—choose glasses that block 99 to 100 percent of UVA and UVB radiation With so many products on the shelf, how do you choose what’s best for you? While no sunscreen will block all UV rays, a broad-spectrum sunscreen which contains active chemical and physical sunscreen ingredients is a good choice. Broad spectrum sunscreens contain ingredients to protect against exposure to both UVB and UVA lights. Read the Label Look for three active ingredients when you’re selecting your sunscreen: 1. Padimate O (Octyldimethyl PABA), Homosalate, Octisalate (Octyl salicylate), or Octinoxate (Octyl methoxycinnamate or OCM) for blocking UVB rays. 2. Avobenzone (Parsol 1789) or Ecamsule (Mexoryl) for blocking UVA rays. 3. Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide, or Zinc Oxide for blocking both UVA and UVB rays. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends everyone use sunscreen that offers the following: • Broad-spectrum protection (protects against UVA and UVB rays) • Sun Protection Factor (SPF) 30 or greater • Water resistance (up to 40 or 80 minutes) When using sunscreen, one key thing to remember is that regardless of the SPF or whether its waterproof, it’s important to re-apply sunscreen every two hours to make sure the ingredients are still active. For more information, go to SkinCancer.org and search “sunscreen” and talk with your dermatologist about skin and sun safety. Did you know? Sunscreen is considered an over-thecounter drug by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) who regulates sunscreen safety and effectiveness and governs the manufacture and marketing of all sunscreen products including safety data. Harnett Health wishes you safe, healthy, happy sunny days! Please visit our website at HarnettHealth.org to learn more about us and to use our Physician Finder. Dr. Linda Robinson is Board Certified in Family Medicine and works at Coats Medical Services. Comment online at BoomNC.com .

Am I Being Tracked Online? Q. When I go to Google and search for items to buy, later on I see those same or related items as ads at the top of other pages I visit. It sure seems like I’m being tracked and then being solicited soon thereafter. Is that what is happening or do you think it is just a coincidence? Thanks for all the help you give us, Mr. M. A. It is definitely not a coincidence. Tracking (also called search profiling) is an inherent part of life online today. Everything we do online leaves a trail, and in your situation, Google (and other search engines) do indeed monitor searches and use that data to personalize what appears on subsequent searches as far as advertising. It’s very similar to going to a grocery store where you participate in a loyalty program or use a “club card” to take advantage of frequent shopper discounts: Everything you purchase is archived, your shopping profile analyzed, and coupons and other targeted ads provided, based on your previous purchases. Q. Those flexible, flat, ribbon cables inside my computer, do they need to be replaced periodically or do they last for the life of the computer? Thanks in advance for your help, Mr. M. A. Multiple hard drives, DVD drives, even old floppy drives, all connect to your computer’s motherboard with flat, ribbon-like cables known as Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment (PATA) interface cables or Multiple ATA (MATA) cables. Available in a variety of lengths and colors, in 40- and 80-pin configurations, these cables, in addition to being an inexpensive method of transferring data, have a high tolerance for heat and great flexibility (not unlike Mr. Modem 40 years ago) for reaching even the most awkwardly placed motherboard connections.

The sturdy construction of a typical ribbon cable adds significantly to its longevity. In fact, I have never had to replace a ribbon cable due to any malfunction caused by degradation of the cable itself. So unless a ribbon cable has suffered physical damage, such as a cut or tear—you should not have to replace any of these cables during the working life of your computer. Q. Where can I find the CheckDisk utility and run it? I’m using Windows Vista. A. CheckDisk (CHKDSK) is a Windows utility designed to check and correct hard drive errors. To run CheckDisk in either Vista or Windows 7, click Start > Computer, then right-click the drive that you want to scan. Click Properties > Tools tab > Check Now (under error checking.) A dialog box will appear that provides an option to automatically repair errors, as well as an option to look for and attempt to fix bad drive sectors. If a sector of your hard drive contains corrupted data, it can probably be recovered. If a sector is bad due to a hardware problem, such as physical damage to the disk surface, then it cannot be recovered. It’s a good idea to click (select) both boxes. Once you click Start, CheckDisk can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours to complete, so it’s often best to run it at night when you won’t be using the computer. Whenever you decide to run it, be patient and let it take whatever time it requires before using the computer again. CheckDisk has been redesigned in Windows 8 (of course), so visit http://bit.ly/PWXQLa for step-by-step instructions. For more information about Mr. Modem’s award-winning, weekly computer-help newsletter featuring personal answers to your questions by email, visit www.MrModem.com.

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f you want some real attraction action, then consider a blog as part of your business strategy, and make your blog the hub of your online presence. When you combine it with your social media, it will drive traffic and convert visitors to buyers. Get on the content train because people want lots of quality information usable for both personal and business pursuits. Why will people listen to you? They trust and resonate with your voice; they like the way you deliver information! In the past few months, I’ve written about ways you can use social media sites for reasons both personal and entrepreneurial. A blog acts as just one more part of social media and online visibility, but the difference is, you own and maintain

complete control over your blog when you host it. No entity tells you what you can or cannot do with your online real estate, and that’s why you make it the hub for all your business activity. Blogs build good business. A business blog offers repeat opportunities for you to hook up with your ideal prospects and allows them to sample you, your knowhow and your commitment. We know quality content cuts through the struggle of business marketing, so when a potential visitor to your blog or social media page hears the voice behind your passion, you garner trust. A blog creates that connection and trust each time you share your unique perspective and teach useful ways to fix problems.

Blogging is work! Everyone isn’t meant to be a blogger, so be sure you’re on the right track before you begin. It takes diligence, time and a font of ideas to ensure success. If you decide to blog for business, plan a strategy first and target a niche, then write tips and tricks in ample quantities aimed at content your readers want. Be patient because it may take some months of consistent writing before you begin to see modest results in your knowability. A great blog conveys credibility and expert status and may soon attract opportunities for speaking engagements, interviews, joint ventures, and other projects for you. Get help. If you don’t yet know about quality content or even what interests you, review thoughts by these 25 experts

for ideas (tinyurl.com/kycfzag). After that, you’ll want to learn some best practices from blog experts to set your blog on the fast track. DeniseWakeman.com and MichelleShaeffer.com can help you with just that. Don’t forget to get their free offers too! Now what? Always take time to plan your blog niche and its integration as a part of your business strategy. Write a brief introduction about your blog and ten articles to start. Next month, you’ll learn about options: blogging platforms, design and automatic sharing. Bea Vanni provides social media and publishing solutions for non-fiction authors and small business owners who want to gain online visibility for their work and promote their business to the next level.

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hat is the cost of lost opportunity? Lyn Jackson found out in a very real and personal way when her mother passed away in 2008. Almost immediately, she thought of all of the questions that she wished she had asked and all of the things she wished she knew about her mother’s life and younger self. This career journalist, former television reporter and communicator had missed the opportunity to ask and record the details and fine points of her mother’s story, not just for herself, but for her daughter and grandchildren as well. Lyn founded Every Story Media to help others do what she wished she had done; record those precious stories and family history—personal or business—on video. Lyn has worked in and with the media for more than two decades as an award-winning TV news and public affairs reporter/producer/ documentarian, TV/radio account executive, communications/external affairs director, and communications consultant. Raised about as far north as you can go and still be in the United States, Lyn grew up in Maine. As a child, she also lived in Boston, and later in Washington, DC. Lyn earned a degree in Communications at George Washington University and a Masters in Journalism from Columbia University in New York. She began her career as a reporter at the CBS affiliate in Roanoke, Virginia. Her favorite part of the job was interviewing people for her weekly series of on-air profiles and producing documentaries. While in Roanoke, Lyn met David Stephenson, who also worked in TV news. Shortly after David was hired by WRAL-TV, the two married and moved to the Raleigh area where Lyn also began working behind the scenes at the television station. Lyn later worked for a statewide non-profit and as a contractor for the State of North Carolina where she helped to educate parents about the benefits of early intervention programs for infants and toddlers. Just late last year, Lyn formed Every Story Media to do meaningful work that has a lasting and positive impact on families. It also happens to be works she loves. Research shows that unique family traditions and family history are much more important and valuable as a legacy than a financial inheritance. In fact, family traditions often shape who we are. Recording and preserving these assets can give future generations a sense of their own history and connects them to something greater than themselves. In a world of huge distraction and stresses that past generations could continued on page 18

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o said George Abbott (the father of Ameri- dad sang around the house, and we listened to can theatre) to Peggy Taphorn as she read for music on the big stereo console. And my dad a leading part in Abbott’s play, Broadway! Naively played piano. All of my siblings—except me— thinking she was reading for the understudy, still play piano. So music was a part of our life. “When my oldest sister, Sue, was 14 she Peggy was not nervous or intimidated by the towering Mr. Abbott. At one hundred years of wanted to start taking dance, so my mom said, age, he was still an imposing figure. He had come ‘Well, if I’m going to take one of you I’m going to Cleveland to direct Broadway for the Great to take all of you.’ So we all started dance lesLakes Shakespeare Festival, and reading for him sons! At the time I was four years old. I became a dance instructor when I was in turned out to be Peggy’s “big the fifth grade, making 50 cents break” as they say. When the a class! I loved teaching, and we show closed in Cleveland it taught literally all day Saturmoved to Broadway for an days. And I loved all the differextended run. ent classes because they are such “My life has always been different skills.” a series of happy accidents,” Peggy was also a singer from comments Peggy. “It has early on. She performed in her served me well this far, that high school musicals, The Music if an opportunity presents Man, Anything Goes, South Pacific, itself, and it feels right, then and Sweeny Todd. I’ll go for it.” Ready to go to college to Peggy is in her seventh become a lawyer, her choir year of being the producteacher encouraged her to audiing artist director for the tion at Webster University Conhistoric Temple Theatre in downtown Sanford. Built Peggy Taphorn in this season’s production servatory of Theatre Arts. Peggy explains, “You had to perform in 1925, the building was of The Dixie Swim Club. three songs, which I did, and then renovated in 1981 and today serves as Central Carolina’s Performing Arts you had to do two monologues, one of them with Center providing professional, high quality pro- a language thing. I had this Irish piece, and then ductions year-round as well as special events. I recited Some Enchanted Evening as a poem. So we The 2013–2014 season has been the theatre’s most get there and there are a thousand people there! successful year with two sold-out performances, The odd thing was I didn’t know how great it was The Dixie Swim Club and Smoke on the Mountain. so I wasn’t nervous. And something in the room Their upcoming production of Cats, April 24 changed while I was reciting Some Enchanted Evethrough May 11 is destined to sell out as well, so ning. I ended on dead silence. Then one of the judges finally said, ‘Wow, that was really risky… get your tickets early (www.templeshows.com). So how did this award winning actress, Thank you.’ And that is what got me in to Webdirector and choreographer, who lived in New ster, because I didn’t know any better.” During her senior year, Peggy was cast in a York for 22 years and traveled the world performing in London, Japan, Singapore, China local production of Rocky Horror Picture Show and Canda with such shows as Showboat, Chicago, and got her equity card. “Actually this is my Little Women—The Musical (for which she was 30 year as an equity actor,” Peggy reflects and dance captain) and others end up in Sanford? I laughs. “The show was really exciting; it was a was able to ask her when we met in March for big hit and the run kept getting extended. And this interview. again, I just auditioned as a fluke.” “I was raised in Belleville, Illinois, which She did manage to graduate after the run is right across the Mississippi River from St. ended, but by then the theatre bug had burLouis,” Peggy recalls. “I am the fourth of five rowed in and she was off to New York. “I got an children, three older sisters and a younger agent, and began auditioning,” Peggy said. “And brother. My family was fairly musical. My continued on page 18 th

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RODNEY CROWELL EVOKING THE TRUTH OF EVERYDAY LIFE

PHOTO BY DAVID MCCLISTER

Crowell is a consummate songwriter; his songs have been performed by the best in the business: Bob Seger (Shame on the Moon); The Oak Ridge Boys (Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight); Johnny Cash (Bull Rider); Waylon Jennings (I Ain’t Living Long Like This); Lynn Anderson (Even Cowgirls Get the Blues); Emmylou Harris (I Don’t Have to Crawl, I Had My Heart Set on You and others); Crystal Gayle (‘Til I Gain Control Again); Vince Gill (Oklahoma Borderline); Alan Jackson (Songs for the Life); Tim McGraw (Please Remember Me); and Keith Urban (Making Memories of Us); and many, many more. He has also won multi Grammys, an AMA Song of the Year and an AMA Lifetime Achievement Award, both for songwriting. All told he has recorded 13 studio albums, 4 compilation albums, 36 singles, 15 music videos, and 5 number one singles. Although these songs were what made him a radio favorite, Crowell feels that the

hits of ’80s and ’90s were not his best work. In an interview with Ian Rogers for his This Week in Music show, he commented, “Even in the late ’80s-early ’90s, when I was at the top of the charts, I wasn’t happy. While I was having my 15 minutes in the sunshine, I was thinking, ‘I know I can do better.’ “Artie Shaw once said, ‘I stopped playing because people got fixated on what I was doing on my way to becoming better.’ And that’s what I felt like was happening to me back then. “The song that I wrote on [the album] “Sex and Gasoline,” I’ve Done Everything I Can, There’s Nothing Else I Can Do’ is a far more honest, heartfelt, blood on the tracks recording.” And he’s continued to produce magic while I wasn’t paying attention. In 2010, Crowell reunited most of the band that had played with him on Diamonds & Dirt and got them together in a recording studio. Here it was, two decades later: bass player Michael Rhodes, drummer Eddie Bayers and guitarist Steuart Smith had become Nashville session royalty. Crowell had become one of the most admired songwriter/artists in America. In a circle, facing one another and truly hearing one another, with no headphones or glass walls to separate them, they cut live as a band, with the honesty and no-fixes spontaneity of the records that first inspired all of them as teenagers. In the same interview with Ian Rogers, Crowell explains, “I’m a better performer than I am singer. And for me to go the lush way of polishing and overdubbing a record to perfection… I’ve had some success with that. But I don’t like it… it’s not me. When you look as some of the great recordings: It’s All Over Now by the Rolling Stones, Kathy’s Clown by The Everly Brothers, or any Van Morrison, Roy Orbison or Ray Charles record, those are performances! And so I’ve learned the best way for me to record is to perform, to make live recordings.” Crowell and his old friends laid down a lot of great music in a timeless rocking country vein, but before a full album’s worth of material was finished, other projects intervened. Crowell made the album Kin with his literary confidant, author Mary Karr, and a host of top roots and pop vocalists. Then came Old Yellow Moon with lifelong friend Emmylou Harris, which led

to a triumphant tour and a Grammy win for Best Americana Album. But eventually, that unfinished project beckoned, and after the band regrouped and it was all pulled together, Crowell realized he had something special. He’s called it Tarpaper Sky, an allusion to the rickety house with a bad roof in which he spent much of his Houston childhood. His acclaimed memoir, Chinaberry Sidewalks, published in 2011, reveals the good, the bad, and the ugly of a dirt-poor southeast Texas boyhood. The only child of a hard-drinking father and a holy-roller mother, he was no stranger to pretentiousness. But despite a home life always threatening to burst into violence, Crowell fiercely loved his mother and idolized his father, a frustrated musician who took him to see Hank Williams, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Johnny Cash perform. Set in 1950s Houston, a frontier-rough town with icehouses selling beer by the gallon on payday, pest infestations right out of a horror film, and the kind of freedom mischievous kids dream of, Chinaberry Sidewalks is Crowell’s tribute to his parents and his remarkable youth.

Tarpaper Sky album cover.

In an excerpt from an interview of KINK Radio, Crowell remarks, “The book starts dark. My mother and father were descendents of sharecroppers—seventh and eighth grade educations. Domestic violence was a part of their upbringing, and of course you are conditioned to what you know. And I joked with my parents that I should have been born with a striped shirt and a whistle, because as an only child, I was the referee for many of their fights. “I hated my parents for a while. And

when I was in my 20s, I realized that I was an angry man, much like my father. I had that same kind of conditioning growing up, putting my fist through walls and car windows. But when I became a parent, I got some help in dealing with my anger, and I found forgiveness. And once I found forgiveness I could write the book.” Married to Rosanne Cash (Boom’s! February 2014 cover story, you can read her article at www.boomnc.com/archives/ cover-stories-and-videos/rosanne-cashout-of-the-shadow) from 1979 to 1992, both influenced each other’s career. They had three daughters together, and although now divorced they remain friends and still perform together from time to time. Crowell married Claudia Church in 1998. His last three albums include Kin: Songs by Mary Karr and Rodney Crowell (2012), considered a literary adventure with his prose writing mentor, Karr; Old Yellow Moon (with Emmylou Harris, 2013) is a historic reunion; and Tarpaper Sky (April 2014) is an “opus of new songs, tracked with a common sensibility and put in a carefully considered sequence. It’s an album, and as we’ve come to expect from Rodney Crowell, a very fine one. It’s the sound of Crowell fusing his considerable experience with the same unbridled passion for American music that drew him to music as a kid and to Nashville and his road to greatness forty years ago.” (Excerpted from the Tarpaper Sky press release.) You and I have a chance to hear Rodney Crowell at the Holly Springs Cultural Center on April 26 at 7:30pm. This is an intimate theatre with great acoustics; I know my Rodney Crowell fan gene will be reignited. For tickets, you can call the Box Office at 919.567.4000 or by visiting www. etix.com. How has Crowell continued to produce such a prodigious amount of material over the years? He comments, “I get up and just write every day. Just like a Renoir or a Pissarro, they get up and painted every day. I get up and work on songs… “Right now I am trying to tap into my inner blues. For me, my inspiration comes from Howlin’ Wolf, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Elmore James. Being a white guy, I know it’s in there somewhere…” Comment online at BoomNC.com .

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must admit that I am a failed Rodney Crowell fan. I (and about a million other people) am most familiar with his financially successful 1988 release of Diamonds & Dirt, the album that produced five consecutive Number One singles during a 17-month period, (It’s Such a Small World (a duet with then-wife Rosanne Cash), I Couldn’t Leave You If I Tried, She’s Crazy for Leaving, After All This Time, and a cover of Buck Owens’ Above and Beyond (The Call of Love), but quite honestly, I have not diligently kept up with his work for the past 25 years… can it really have been that long?

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y parents, Greg and Barbara Petty, offered my friend Sara Kylor and me a zip lining trip if I agreed to write a Discovering North Carolina travel story for Boom! As I am adrenalin junkie, I immediately agreed! We arrived at the Hampton Inn, located a mile from downtown Asheville on Tunnel Road, around 9:30pm after our drive up from Raleigh. As soon as we opened the doors the bitter cold mountain air hit our bodies like a slap to the face. Unfortunately for us, Asheville was experiencing its first freeze of the winter. After quickly getting our bags out of the car and up to the hotel out of the chilly October air, we asked the concierge where we could acquire a late meal and a refreshing pint. He gave us a few choices and we decided on The Bier Garden.

Aaron takes off from the platform. A view of the ravine is in the distance.

Stepping out of a cab twenty minutes later Sara and I had arrived at 46 Haywood Street in historic downtown Asheville. At ten thirty on a Friday night the well renowned Bier Garden was in full swing. The bar area was packed with young people laughing, listening to the music and enjoying the wonderful beer selection. There were still plenty of people sitting down to eat, and we were escorted to a cozy table for two next to

a window with a great view of bustling Haywood Street. One of the reasons there were as many people braving the cold outside was because of a big music festival that weekend. Had we known this we might have picked a different weekend to go zip lining as hailing a cab during such an event in Asheville can be quite a challenge. As they tout on their website (www.ashevillebiergarden.com) The Bier Garden is “A favorite Asheville restaurant with the best beer selection in Western North Carolina since 1994.” Some restaurants claim to live up to this standard and fall short, however, this was not the case. We both ended up getting burgers and they were delicious—one of their claim to fames besides the beer. I enjoyed a local draught, the Green Man Porter with my burger. It being so cold out I like a dark beer and I was pleased with this Asheville brew. The Bier Garden is more than a pub with good burgers. They have specialty cocktails and a dinner menu created by their award winning chef, Joel Meadows. The dinner menu features fine dining and daily chef specials. The ‘Garden’ is a must if you plan to visit Asheville. After our mouth-watering late night dinner we headed back to the hotel to get some rest for our exciting day of zip lining through the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. We started our morning by checking our directions to the Navitat Canopy Adventures on Sara’s laptop using the free WiFi offered by the hotel. After packing our bags we grabbed a quick breakfast of eggs, bacon, cereal and fruit, all part of the complementary morning meal offered by the Hampton Inn. (It was a good thing we did get some food in us as the tour takes between three and four hours from start to finish.) We were now ready to head off to our destination in the Appalachians. Navitat lies about 20 miles north and slightly east of Asheville in the town of Barnardsville. Exact directions are available on their website at www.navitat. com. Their homepage has two options to

Sara and Aaron on the bridge.

our equipment and the other members of our tour group were waiting. The two tour guides explained to us what we would be doing and the safety rules and regulations. The next order of business was to put our suits and equipment on that attaches us to the zip lines. They help us with these and warned us to take everything out of our pockets. Lucky for us the guides helped us devise a way to attach our personal camera so we could document the tour, as we knew it would be one of a kind. The equipment fits very snugly around your waist and thighs and does take some getting used to although I assure you that you will forget all about that once you start flying from tree to tree. With our instructions over and equipment on we were ready to start impersonating flying squirrels. Our tour group packed into two vehicles that resembled big all-terrain vehicles and we basically drove up the side of the mountain to our first tree platform. I say

choose from: a west coast tour in California and the east coast tour featured here. You really get a sense of how quiet, peaceful and even lost one can get in the Appalachians. The road that leads to the base camp is this little dirt road that I was not sure my tiny two wheel drive Honda Accord would make it up! Of course we did and you will not need a huge truck or even a four wheel drive vehicle, but the road leading to this treasure in the woods is a bit bumpy and has an incline to it. Looking back I consider it another feature that makes the Navitat experience so fun, adventurous and unique. Walking up to the front door I still did not know what to expect. The ‘base camp’ as I have come to call it is housed in what looks like a big metal shed. Walking inside my hesitation started to turn towards excitement. They have examples of the safety gear and metal wire lines we would be zipping down, along with a picture of the course map we would traverse. Looking at the metal carabiners and the trolley system that attaches us to the wires we glide down, you realize that it would be nearly impossible to fall off. The whole thing is tremendously safe and the guides are extreme professionals. As we would find out the real gem to this adventure lies in the time spent among the treetops. When it was time to start our tour Sara and I were escorted to a back room where One of the rope bridges that goes from zip line to zip line.

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Left: High in the trees on one of the platforms. Top Right: Understanding the equipment is essential for safety. Bottom Right: The “Base Camp” course map was helpful for visualizing where we will be going.

platform because that is all you stand on and zip from tree to tree. If you are thinking that does not sound safe let me put you at ease. Each person has two carabiners that attach to the wires and or cable. At any one given time you are connected to another carabiner, which is attached to the wire on the tree or to the zip device. Therefore there is no physical way to fall off of anything and the cable wires are an inch think. The thing that I was slightly nervous about was, to slow down and stop yourself you put your gloved hand on the wire and apply pressure. You basically break yourself. This almost becomes second nature as the first couple of trees that you zip between are really close and you are not going that fast, so stopping is pretty easy. The guides are great and by the time you get to the two really fun long zip lines you feel like a professional. There is a huge ravine you zip across during which you will get amazing views of the mountains in North Carolina. During your time amid the trees you will encounter the Navitat photographer who takes some great pictures of you and your group, which they can then transfer to a zip drive for purchase. Weather you consider yourself adventurous or not, I

highly recommend a day zip lining hosted by Navitat Canopy Adventures. After four hours of zip lining you will assuredly be hungry and we found a nice place in Ashville to have lunch called the Green Room Bistro & Bar. We arrived there around 3:30pm so we were the only customers there but it was great because we had a wonderful conversation with the owner. The “Green” stands for fresh. They get all of the local fresh ingredients and cook everything in-house. They have the most amazing macaroni and cheese you will ever taste! The owners’ mother has the family recipe passed down from generation to generation, and it is every bit worth the visit. You can get directions and more information at www.greenroombistro.com. With complete confidence I can attest to a fantastic experience in the mountains outside Asheville with the help of Navitat. I hope you will stay either the night before your tour or the night after because the mountains and Asheville provides wonderful cuisine and welcoming hospitality in addition to the breathtaking scenery. Aaron Petty has a BS in Nursing from UNC, and writes for Boom! when time permits. Comment online at BoomNC.com .

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never have imagined, this recorded family history provides a perspective that anchors youngsters in family contributions and values. Yet most people do not think about recording that history until the keeper of the stories is gone. “We want to help people create their own family narratives so that they can preserve the family legacy forever. This foundation helps keep the family strong, generation after generation,” says Lyn. Through Every Story Media Lyn is combining a lifetime of professional experience, skills development, and a natural talent for interviewing and storytelling with knowledge of modern video and audio technology to create a new kind of beautiful family heirloom; a professionally produced video memoir. Family photos and pictures of significant places and things, existing video or film and music are all incorporated into the story. Video allows all of us to tell multidimensional stories not possible with still objects or still photos alone. In the pre-boomer generation, most family members lived within easy access of each other. It was much simpler to pass down and maintain family stories and history through word-of-mouth sharing.

Today, families are more geographically dispersed than ever. We use SKYPE, Facetime, Google+ and other social and communication technologies to stay in touch. Many baby boomers gravitate back to their roots or close to grandkids near or after retirement. The need to care for an ailing parent often brings boomers back home. Anticipation of end-of-life may motivate people to capture family stories. However, Lyn hopes that we’ll act sooner rather than later to record these important stories. Why wait? There’s no time like the present to capture and record the past. Lyn Jackson would love to see the family video memoir become as important a creation as the wedding album, the graduation scrapbook or the military service memory book. With her experience, passion and skills, she is a natural at helping people tell their stories, their way and in their own words. Those stories are, without a doubt, the best treasure that we can leave to future generations. www.EveryStoryMedia.com. Katie Gailes, CEO of SmartMoves International, is a marketing strategy consultant, speaker and trainer from Holly Springs, NC, smartmovesintl.com. Comment online at BoomNC.com .

doors for her to enter the technical side of productions. Peggy freelanced for sevI never auditioned as a dancer, always as eral years as a choreographer and dance a singer/actress. Because I figured if I got captain. In fact, she was working as a a call back, the dancing would be icing on dance caption and stage manager for the the cake. So getting to the call back was national touring company of Sweet Charthe hardest part. The one thing I would ity starring Molly Ringwald when she advise any budding actor, applied for the Temple don’t turn down any job. position. My first summer stock It took two interviews job was fifty bucks a week. and hearing an actual perWe did six shows! It was formance at The Temple great and I made a lot of to convince Peggy this is contacts with people that where she needed to be. “I are now running theatres walked in the building and across the country.” The Heart of Carolina Jazz Her dance training has Ensemble was on the stage. proved to be one of the It was a packed house, reasons for her success. “I and it was fabulous… I generally don’t get nervous, was just overcome by the and that may be because energy of the place and I am well served by my Peggy Taphorn (center) performs the the people. After dinner lead in Sweet Charity. dance background,” Peggy [the search committed] explains. “I am always, to offered me the job on the the best of my ability, prepared. If you spot and I said yes! know you’ve done your homework, and “I feel like I am where I am supposed to you know you know your lines, and you’ve be. Everything that I have done in my life practiced a million times, then you can just has trained me for this job.” get up there and deliver.” Comment online at BoomNC.com . Her dancing was also what opened Fifty & Fabulous continued from page 1

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able to provide these services through State and Federal funding as well as creative fundraising events such as Dining Out For Life . On Thursday, April 24 Raleigh is one of three new cities that was chosen to produce Dining Out For Life with proceeds benefiting the Alliance of AIDS Services-Carolina. All you have to do to help those in your community living with HIV/AIDS is simply gather your friends, family, and co-workers, select from a list a participating restaurants, and “Dine Out-Fight AIDS”. Currently participating in the Raleigh area are: Mura, Zinda, The Oxford, Cameron Bar & Grill, Nina’s, Ciago’s, Oro, Buku, Spring Roll and the New Berkley Cafe. In addition, Ruby Tuesdays and Sweet Tomatoes on Capital Blvd. will be participating by flyer submission upon seating with Empire Eats and The Green Monkey as supporting sponsors of the Dining Out For Life event. Restaurants will receive advertising thru email blasts to over 8,000 contacts, AAS-C website, printed advertising, social media, DOFL international website and media coverage. If you are interested in participating, please contact Randy Light or Erin Pettibone at 919.834.2437 x118. ®

Spring into Lifelong Learning at NC State! By TriCia Inlow-HaTCher

xciting changes are happening to NC State University’s lifelong learning program! What’s been known since 1991 as the Encore Program for Lifelong Enrichment is now the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at NC State (OLLI). There are over 100 Osher LLIs in all 50 states and although they vary widely in their offerings and program structure, what they have in common is they have all received support from The Bernard Osher Foundation. OLLI at NC State offers noncredit short courses, lectures, study trips and special events for adults aged 50+ with no tests or grades—participants enroll just for the love of learning. The whole idea behind these programs is that continuing education is not just for the working years. OLLI at NC State is a unit of the McKimmon Center for Extension and Continuing Education, and perhaps you have attended a conference at the McKimmon Center, or taken a class there for continuing education credits related to your career. Well, it’s important to keep learning

outside of those career interests, especially once you retire. OLLI members sure believe it makes a difference. Members report that the program keeps them current with developments in science, technology, and politics, and it provides them with great topics of conversation. Typical comments from members about how the program impacts their lives include these: “Mental health is stimulated by thinking new thoughts—I leave the class energized!” and “I love my classes so much that I probably drive family and friends crazy since I want to share everything— especially recommending readings. I’m always recruiting future participants!” Late spring is a great time to sample OLLI since the schedule is chock-full of one and two session programs. The spring semester wraps up April 18 (space in several lectures remains), but the summer term begins April 29. Registration is ongoing. Over 30 summer courses and lectures will be offered, including this sampling of continued on page 2

VolunTeerism By Pam SinClair

re you a woman with a heart for service? Do you envision a world where women and girls have the resources and opportunities to reach their full potential and live their dreams? Do you like the idea of thinking globally and acting locally? Then you’ll want to be involved with Soroptimist International of Raleigh, the local presence of a global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Each year we recognize ordinary women who make extraordinary community contributions and live their dreams. Our 2014 Triangle Women of Distinction Awards Event will be held April 24 at the North Hills Club in Raleigh. Our signature program is our Women’s Opportunity Award, which provides grants to women who are primary wage earners, helping them to further their education. The Violet Richardson Award honors teen girls who take volunteer leadership positions in their communities. The Soroptimist Ruby Award for Women Helping Women recognizes women who, through their personal or professional activities, help women and girls. Our service projects collaborate extensively with women’s groups, governmental agencies, educators, international and statewide coalitions, and concerned citizens. We: Promote career and life success for women in need—In 2004, Raleigh Soroptimists launched a professional clothing closet to provide professional attire to disadvantaged women. In 2009, we joined forces with Dress for Success Triangle in Raleigh, expanding the services offered to women of Wake County. Since 2011, we have donated USB flash drives, pre-loaded with Job Search Resource links, to women who receive Career Coaching Services at the Raleigh Branch of Dress for Success Triangle. We continue to contribute as volunteers and with club financial resources. Promote an end to violence against women—Since 2009 we have increased awareness of human trafficking through community forums; created and widely distributed a STOP Human Trafficking Facts and Referral Card which citizens can use to report incidents of trafficking; piloted the Start Freedom Campaign, which enables teens to reduce human trafficking for themselves and their peers. (This successful program is now available through our partner, PATH-NC, Partners Against Trafficking Humans) Through their awareness programs for teens and parents, we partner with InterAct of Wake County to distribute tens of thousands of our Soroptimist Teen Dating Violence Awareness Bookmarks We have also provided Human Resource departments with Keeping Women Safe at Work materials that offer businesses safe workplace resources and sample policies regarding Domestic Violence in the Workplace. Support life skill and leadership educational opportunities for girls— In 2013 we forged a relationship with Wake Young Women’s Leadership Academy (WYWLA) as part of our Educate to Lead program. We conducted a financial education class for students and parents, and participated in WYWLA’s entrepreneur program, IDEASLAM! We are also awarding a $500 grant to The Queen’s Foundation, whose mission is to develop and promote underserved young women to reach their greatest potential to higher education and leadership. If you want to STOP the exploitation of women and girls, SUPPORT women in need, SERVE your community, SHARE your time, talent and treasure, STRENGTHEN leadership skills, and SURROUND yourself with like-minded women then contactus@soroptimistraleigh.org.

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ining Out For Life is an annual fundraising event involving the generous participation of volunteers, corporate sponsors and restaurants. In exchange for their financial support, restaurants are listed in a city wide marketing campaign in an effort to increase customer traffic. In 1991, Dining Out For Life was created by an ActionAIDS volunteer in Philadelphia. Dining Out For Life is now produced in over 60 cities throughout the United States and Canada. More than 4,000 restaurants donate a portion of their proceeds from this one special day of dining to the licensed AIDS service agency in their city. More than four million dollars a year is raised to support the missions of 60 outstanding HIV/AIDS service organizations throughout North America. With the exception of the annual licensing fee of $1,150, all money raised in these cities stays locally. The Alliance of AIDS ServicesCarolina is a local 501(c)(3) non-profit and the largest HIV/AIDS service agency in the State. We are a community driven agency that provides education, prevention, and care to those infected and affected by HIV. For over 25 years we have been empowering individuals to become self-sufficient and supportive members of the community. We are

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topics: the Harlem renaissance, the synoptic gospels, the local food economy, North Carolina’s historic cemeteries, gardening for transplanted Yankees, police operations, and the music of the Grateful Dead. OLLI also embarks on fabulous study trips where you not only get to travel and have fun, but you return home having learned more about a topic such as history, literature, the arts, and culture. Pre-registration for a September study trip to South Dakota to explore its history and geology is now underway. There are also opportunities to participate in extracurricular social events and participant-led interest groups such as a book group, walking group, movie group, and genealogy group. OLLI membership also includes university benefits such as access to the NC State libraries, discounts on arts events, and free admission to many sporting events. Other OLLIs in North Carolina can be found at UNC-Wilmington, UNCAsheville, and Duke University. For more information about the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at NC State, visit www. ncsu.edu/olli or call 919.515.5782 to receive the catalog of offerings. Tricia Inlow-Hatcher is director of Osher, Lifelong

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his year’s “101” series is on “Behavioral Finance.” Articles in our previous “101” series on Economics, Estate Planning, Tax Planning, Financial Planning, and Investment Management, are available on the www.boomnc.com website. So far, we’ve talked about Loss Aversion, Endowment, Regret and Status Quo. This month we’ll turn our attention to Optimists and Pessimists. Optimism is a good thing—not a bad thing—but overly optimistic individuals tend to think bad things only happen to other people. Such an illusion can damage their investments because of a failure to acknowledge and plan for the potential for adverse consequences. And, this is not limited just to investing; it can show up in other areas, such as not obtaining sufficient insurance or delaying retirement or estate planning decisions. Optimists frequently overestimate their skills and knowledge. They believe they are smarter and more in control than is really the case—so optimism is linked to the emotional bias of overconfidence. And, overconfidence gets fueled even more due to the self-attribution bias, which is the tendency for people to credit success to themselves (“Aren’t I smart?”) while assigning blame for failures to external reasons (the market, the economy, bad advice, etc.). Overconfidence causes us to take excessive risks, but many people also take imprudent risks because they don’t know they are taking them—they have not—or don’t know how—to accurately recognize and measure risks or to assign realistic probabilities to them. With investments, overconfidence leads to frantic, excessive trading. In one study, when an investor sold a stock and immediately bought another, the stock that was sold achieved a 3.5 percent better return in the following year than the stock that was bought—and this was before even considering trading costs and tax consequences. Men are particularly aﬄicted with overconfidence and trade too often. Women investors often do better than men simply because they don’t trade as often. Pessimists bring their own unique risks and problems to planning. A pessimist will have a negativity bias and is always waiting for the other shoe to drop. After the

recession of 2007-2008, the stock market bottomed in March, 2009 and experienced a significant rebound since then—but many investors missed the rally because of their pervasive fear of another huge decline being just around the corner. They are like the Pigpen character from the Peanuts comic strip, always walking around surrounded by a cloud of dust. Negativity bias causes investors to put more weight on bad news than on good. Some might view this as simply being realistic, but this bias causes you to ignore any possibility of reward and only see all the things that can go wrong. This type of thinking, fed by our news media, leads to “catastrophizing” everything, constantly focusing on the worst possible outcome of a situation. A two percent drop in the stock market is not viewed as something that routinely happens but is described with words such as “plummeting,” “nose dive,” “collapsing,” or “crashing.” There is something in our nature that tends to overestimate the importance of commonplace events while underestimating the significance of truly important events. While an overconfident optimist working for a technology company may believe in their special talents to sniff out superior investment opportunities in that sector, the pessimist will only see the challenges and competition facing their employer or the entire industry and tend to shy away from any investment in the very area that they know most about. How do we deal with the optimist and pessimist biases? Both need to hear different viewpoints and to try and keep things in perspective. Both must watch their tendency to filter out any news or information that doesn’t agree with their existing view of the world. Optimists may have to remind themselves that they are not as smart as they might think and that bad things can happen to them also. Pessimist needs to recognize that dire predictions usually don’t happen and even if they do, the severity of the outcome rarely matches the fear. As the economist Paul Samuelson once put it: “The stock market has called nine of the last five recessions.” Comment online at BoomNC.com .

ave you started to experience challenges with living on your own? Do you need help with medical care or daily activities? A nursing home may seem like your only option. But there are good alternatives, including home care and assisted living. However, it’s important for you to learn what kinds of services Medicare and Medicaid will and won’t cover. (Medicaid is the nation’s health insurance program for low-income individuals and families— including seniors—and for people with disabilities.)

cover most nursing home care. Medicare pays only for certain skilled nursing or rehabilitative care, and only after a hospital stay. The duration of this coverage is limited. To learn more about coverage limits, visit the Medicare website at www. medicare.gov/coverage/skilled-nursingfacility-care.html. Medicaid covers most nursing home care if you have a low income. Each state sets its own income eligibility level for Medicaid coverage of nursing home care. In many states, you must also have limited What is home- and community-based assets to have Medicaid cover your nursing care? You may have access to services such home care. as Meals on Wheels, visiting and shopper Alternatives to Nursing Home Care services, and adult day care programs. But Medicare covers very little of this care. For what if you need other kinds of assistance? example, Medicare won’t pay your rent for Home health services (also called an assisted living facility, but it will cover home- and community-based care) help some health care you receive while you are seniors who need additional support so in assisted living. they can safely stay in their homes or who Medicaid pays for some assisted living are recovering after a hospital stay. These costs for people with low incomes in sevservices include short-term nursing care eral states. Every state has at least one and rehabilitative care (like physical ther- Medicaid program that will pay for other apy). Registered nurses, physical therapists, alternatives to nursing facility care, and occupational therapists, speech patholo- most have multiple programs. Each state’s gists, home health aides, and medical social program is different. Plus, individuals must workers provide home health care. meet the eligibility rules for that particuMedicare pays for a limited number of lar program. For example, some programs one-hour home health visits, but only for focus on individuals with particular health medical care. Medicaid may pay for other care needs. And some programs are limtypes of home care, depending on your ited to a certain number of people, which situation and the state you live in. creates waiting lists. You may be able to find other non-medMany people end up paying the full ical services in your community through cost of assisted living entirely out of their your local Area Agency on Aging. own pockets. What is assisted living? Assisted living To Learn More To learn more about facilities (or assisted living homes) bridge the Medicare and Medicaid coverage of nursgap between independent living and nursing home care, assisted living, and other ing homes. These facilities typically provide options, contact your State Health Insurservices like assistance with personal care ance Assistance Program, or SHIP. (In and medications, and they give residents North Carolina, our state insurance promore freedom and privacy than nursing gram is SHIIP—Senior’s Health Insurhomes. They range in size from small houses ance Information Program, www.ncdoi. that serve a few residents to very large facili- com/shiip). ties with hundreds of residents. Also, the Eldercare Locator connects Assisted living facilities cost less than older Americans and their caregivers with nursing homes but are still very expensive, information on senior services. Find it costing an average of $3,300 a month. online at www.eldercare.gov/eldercare. What do Medicare and Medicaid pay net/Public/Index.aspx. for nursing home care and nursing home Ron Pollack is the Executive Director for Families alternatives? Many people are confused USA , the national organization for health care conabout what Medicare and Medicaid cover. sumers. They have advocated for universal, affordable, Nursing Home Care Medicare does not quality health care since 1982.

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hat is Bitcoin? It is a “digital currency,” a “peer-to-peer” payment system, and also a “crypto-currency.” Got that? Try throwing those words out at your next dinner party. Bitcoin may be considered a digital currency because it is electronically created and stored. It is not the only digital currency, but certainly the most widely used and discussed. It serves as a peer-to-peer payment system because you exchange your Bitcoins directly with someone else, without going through a financial institution. Finally, as a crypto-currency it uses cryptography to control the creation and transfer of money. The Bitcoin system was introduced in 2008 by Satoshi Nakamoto, and no one really seems to know who that person really is. Bitcoins can be “mined” by solving increasingly complex algorithms with increasingly powerful computers. They can also be obtained by purchasing them on various exchanges, such as CoinBase.com and CoinCafe.com. Bitcoins were embraced by computer nerds who loved the technical elegance of its creation. They also attracted the attention of libertarians and anti-government and conspiracy enthusiasts enthralled with the idea of a currency not held hostage by any government anywhere. Privacy advocates and shadowy underworld types reveled in the anonymity of dealing in Bitcoin and the lack of a paper trail. Practical business people saw the potential for Bitcoin to be a cheaper way of doing business, avoiding the high fees banks charge to process credit card transactions. But is Bitcoin really a currency and will it survive and become something that is actually used beyond its current loyal band of followers? The jury is still out on that question. What is a currency anyway? From the days of barter, we moved to gold and then to paper currencies. Any currency has to possess certain attributes. It has to be accepted by everyone as a medium of exchange. It must scarce—if anyone could just print dollar bills, then our dollars would be worthless. It must be portable, indestructible, and divisible into smaller quantities. Finally, currency must also have relative stability. You don’t want to accept a dollar one day only to find out that its value has been cut in half a few days later. Bitcoin, by design, is scarce, with a limited amount of Bitcoins that apparently can be created. Of course, with the abilities of computer hackers and of potential new rival digital currencies emerging, who knows if the supply of Bitcoin or any virtual currency is really limited? A huge obstacle to Bitcoin is stability. Since its inception, its price has gone from just pennies to over $1,000 for a single Bitcoin a few months ago, and then plunged to just half that amount shortly thereafter. As of this writing, it is hovering just below $600 per Bitcoin. While some people have, no doubt made—or lost—substantial money by investing in Bitcoin, I do not view it, or any other currency, as something to actually invest it. A currency is a medium of exchange, not something to hold as an investment itself. For anyone interested in Bitcoin, I would suggest using them in a transaction, but then to convert those Bitcoins back to dollars as soon as you can. Where can you find places that accept Bitcoins? Check out https://spendbitcoins.com/places. Why should you care about Bitcoin? Well, you don’t have to, at least right now. We are still in the first generation of virtual currencies. There will, no doubt, be many changes as we move to a second or third generation. These are still the Wild West days for Bitcoins and all virtual currencies. Much like the early days of computers, the idea will survive, grow and gain acceptance, but there will be many casualties along the way. However, before virtual currencies such as Bitcoin can earn the confidence of most of us, it may require the government stepping in, providing controls and regulations—the very thing Bitcoin fans hoped to avoid when they first embraced the idea. Gerald A. Townsend, CPA/PFS/ABV, CFP , CFA , CMT is president of Townsend Asset Management Corp., a registered investment advisory firm. Email: Gerald@AssetMgr.com ®

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began this ode to April with two quotes. Both will bring alive some very positive emotions. “April is a promise that May is bound to keep.” ~ Hal Borland. And “April prepares her green traffic light and the world thinks Go.” ~ Christopher Morley April is a cousin of October because while the temperatures are somewhat the same, the mood is a far different thing. This month also has a day dedicated to fools, and no other month can or wants to do the same. It happened on April 1, 1976. An astronaut made a startling radio announcement about an extravagant celestial moment that was going to occur. As reported, the planet Pluto would pass behind Jupiter, causing a gravitational alignment that would counteract and lessen the Earth’s own gravity. Astronaut Moore further explained that if people were to jump in the air at the exact moment that this planetary alignment took place, they would experience a strange floating sensation. At exactly 9:47am it was reported that well over 1000 people left mother earth and without any other means of levitation jumped in the air and remained air borne. One woman claimed that she and 11 of her friends rose from their chairs and floated around the room. It was an April Fool’s joke! Con artists build on impossible dreams and prove time and time again that a fool is really a fool. And students of all ages try to prove one can get an education without studying—and that’s no joke. As I further took on the subject of fools I decided to make a list of foolish things we all have done, sometimes more than once. 1. Eat crisp, brittle cookies in bed and then grumble all night long because you can’t get to sleep because of the crumbs. 2. Tell a white lie to make someone feel better. Sweet. but lies sometimes have a way of catching up with you, even sweet ones. Remember also that silence is golden. 3. Make yourself as sick as a dog by eating too many sweets. Having named some foolish things to do may I close with some wisdom thoughts? Confucius once said there were three ways to learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is the noblest; second. by imitation, which is easiest; and third, by experience, which is the bitterest.” There are wise things to do that can be real fun. 1. Ask where the museum (or best museum) is when you visit a town for the first time. One of the best is the Boston museum. 2. Eat fresh fruit. 3. Work at ridding yourself of a prejudice. I do have one thought that needs underlining any month in the year: be wise enough to let the other persons do the talking. You’ll learn a lot and save yourself from saying some foolish things. To ask more questions than issue statements really is wise. Whatever you think of April, out of all of the months, its one great specialty is that it creates rainbows growing out of the ground. For that is what a garden is.

Halt! Who Goes There? A MusinG Mind By Bill Massey

hen I was about 10-years old, my three friends (Vernon, Ronnie, and Tommy— all of whom lived on their family’s farms adjoining ours) and I built a tree house in the backwoods of our farm beside Muskrat Creek (“Crick,” as my grandma would say.) We called it The Clubhouse. Membership in our club, and access to our clubhouse, was so exclusive one needed a password—abracadabra— to gain entry. (Truthfully, I never even knew how to correctly spell abracadabra until I just now looked it up.) Seeing as how there were only four of us, and we had all known one another our entire lives, why we felt a password to be necessary, I don’t know. I suppose it was because Captain Midnight, our super hero, had one. While abracadabra may have been my first password, used to ‘get into’ our clubhouse, I have come to realize that, long before me, my younger brother had passwords—“Billy did it!”—that he used to ‘get out’ of a whupping. (I was always tougher than he; he was always smarter than me.) As I recall, I first turned my life over to secret digits in 1972 when my bank issued to me my first Automatic Teller Machine card. I even remember the Personal Identification Number—Yessam3—a combination of my last name spelled backwards and the year of my birth. (Original, huh? A modern-day hacker would spend about three seconds cracking that impenetrable code.)

ATMs and PINs: portals to Fort Knox. Stick our plastic cards into strategically located holes-in-thewalls, key in our children’s randomly arranged birth dates and our pet’s name spelled up-side-down and voila, money would spew out. Unfortunately, I had two perpetual problems with that process; 1) Unlike the genie in the bottle, money didn’t endlessly materialize anytime I summoned it, and 2) those magic money machines only dispensed 20s and that amount usually exceeded my balance. What kind of magic is that? The need for, and complexity of, codified personal identity secrecy has sure escalated since the days of birth dates and dog’s names. Now there are rules for creating secure passwords. 1) Don’t use birth dates and dog’s names, 2) Always use a combination of numbers, letters, and punctuation marks, 3) Never use numbers or letters in sequence, 4) Use a combination of upper and lower case characters, 5) Use a combination of letters from the Arabic, Cyrillic, and Hieroglyphic alphabets, 6) Never use the same password twice, 7) Never write your password down, and 8) Don’t forget your passwords. (Are you kidding?) Before I could say Shazam I had passwords for personal and business email retrieving, YouTube uploading, iTunes downloading, Wi-Fi accessing, credit card charging, debit card withdrawing, continued on page 29

Dump-Ta-Da-Da-Da-Dump-Ta-Ta LiFe’s a BeaCh By Don BrisCar

f you were singing the title of the this story, you will recognize it as part of the opening theme of The Alfred Hitchcock Show, which featured story lines of suspense and a few psychological thrillers. Some may have kept you up at night, trying to sleep with the light on. I am not here to talk about Hitchcock, but of the many TV shows of my youth that faded away and never even found their way into syndication. One show that seems to re-surface (in my head) is I’m Dickens, He’s Fenster, which aired in 1962 and 1963 and starred John Astin (Addams Family) and Marty Ingels as carpenters on a construction crew, sort of an early Tool Time. The reason that the show sticks in my head is that it followed The Flintstones and preceded 77 Sunset Strip, which I was allowed to listen to, but not watch. I grew up around a lot of TV beginning with the fifties, and most of the shows we watched as a family. Many of them became legendary and we are talking Gunsmoke, The Twilight Zone, and Bonanza. Then leading us into the sixties were shows like The Andy Griﬃth Show and The Beverly Hillbillies. Then 1964 gave us even bigger and better shows like Bewitched, Gilligan’s Island, The Addams Family and your first experiment of putting a light bulb into your mouth. Which theme song are you humming right now?

Ba-bump-ba-ba-bump-ba bump-bump-bump-ba bumpba-ba-bump-ba… a millionaire and his wife. Great entertainers were always on TV and if you grew up watching Ed Sullivan, you were exposed to music diversity—the arts and genres of performance that broadened your life. Similar shows included The Hollywood Palace, and with rock-and-roll infiltrating our lives we lived for seeing our favorite singers and bands on Where the Action Is, Hullabaloo and Shindig. We could not live without cartoons and we had Yogi Bear, Huckleberry Hound, Quick Draw McGraw, Felix the Cat, Top Cat, Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck… the list was endless. Generations of children grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and today’s kids get to enjoy many of the same characters. I cannot imagine what I may have left out that you might cherish and have great memories, but there was one show—it only ran in 1962 and 1963—and it left its mark on my memory. That was Fireball XL- with Colonel Steve Zodiac of The World Space Patrol and it was done with strings—yes marionettes—and so memorable. Every generation has its claim to television and their favorite shows, but the early to mid-sixties was ground zero for the best in family entertainment. Now I must exit… stage left! Don Briscar is a freelance writer living in Holly Springs and blogs regularly on his blogspot, http://lifesbeachsand.blogspot.com.

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diesel engine is a wonder for towing, too, with an astonishing 420 lb-ft of torque. The EcoDiesel is the gas-sipping engine option. The dollar-sipping engine option (which Jeep will sell the most of) is the proven 290-horsepower gasoline Pentastar V-6, which offers more than enough power for most drivers. Those expecting to tow loads heavier than 5,000 pounds can opt for the HEMI V-8, a rumbling 360-horsepower monster that transforms the Grand Cherokee into a neck-snapping 4x4. At the crazy end of the spectrum, those hungry for performance, can opt for the optional SRT8 version of the Grand Cherokee. It’s 470-horsepwer V-8 launches the SUV to 60 in just 4.8 seconds. That’s BMW and Supercharged Range Rover territory, but Jeep does this for tens of thousands less. Whether it’s the base model V-6, the stellar mileage of the EcoDiesel or the high-dollar SRT8, the 2014 Grand Cherokee provides more bang per buck than any competitor. Its new engines and composed suspension surprised me time and again. That engineering success is largely due to adjustable suspension. Grand Cherokee drivers can now raise and lower the 4,850-pound SUV with the simple push of a button (much like Land Rover’s Terrain Response dial). Suspension options include Rock, Snow, Sand/ Mud and Sport modes. The Jeep’s transmission and suspension are also brilliant when left in “Auto” mode.

Inside, the Grand Cherokee is more civilized than ever. It offers a much-needed additional four inches of legroom for backseat passengers. The interior is markedly upscale compared to the GMC Acadia, the Cadillac SRX or even the Lincoln MKX. Driver and passengers enjoy a refined and understated presentation of high-quality luxury materials, including beautiful navigation and DVD screens as well as optional TV and DVD for backseat passengers. In all, SUV buyers who don’t require a third-row simply must test the new Grand Cherokee. They will not be disappointed. © 21 John Dickerson and John Kehlenbeck, Horsepower Auto Reviews

 Jeep Grand Cherokee Personality: A soccer mom on steroids, sporting a Swatch and a Louis Vuitton bag. Best Gizmo: New EcoDiesel engine. Most Annoying Feature: Four engine options to sort through. Drive them, and you’ll find your mate. MPG (as tested): 22 City, 30 Highway (EcoDiesel engine). How Much Is it? Starts at $30k. Entirely loaded for $42k. Diesel starts at $51k. Performance: Handles like a cruise ship with jet thrusters. Cars we smoked at stoplights: A brand new Chevrolet Camaro (SRT8 performance model). 0-60: 4.8 seconds (SRT8 performance model) How Fast Is That? Faster than most the Porsche Boxter’s you’ve seen. Serious Contenders? GMC Acadia, Ford Explorer, Toyota 4Runner and Volkswagen Touareg on up to Land Rover LR4, Volvo XC90 and Cadillac SRX.

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April Calendar by Luan Harmeson Health Related Cornucopia Cancer Support Center sponsors events and resources to support those journeying with cancer. www. cancersupport4u.org, or call 919.401.9333 for details. The American Red Cross, Central North Carolina Chapter continues its need in 2014 for blood donations. Take an hour of time to save a life. For Triangle locations and schedules: 1.800.448.3543 or www.givelife.org. Duke Regional Hospital offers monthly events for April that includes: Look Good Feel Better; Weight Loss Surgery Support Group; and Stroke Support Group. For meeting dates, times, and information: www.dukeregional.org/events.

Apr 24 Lupus Foundation Support Group, 6:30-8pm, Waters Edge Office Park Conference Room, 4917 Waters Edge Drive, Suite 250, Raleigh. This group meets the fourth Thursday of each month. Also available is a monthly teleconference series. Info: 877.849.8271 or www.lupusnc.org.

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Annual Chatham County Senior Games. This annual event allows seniors to keep their bodies, minds, and spirits fit while enjoying the company of friends, family, spectators, and volunteers. Events are held all around the county including Galloway Ridge this year! A Business Friend sponsorship entitles the sponsor to have the business name on the Senior Games tee shirt, program, event of choice, and other signage opportunities. Info: 919.542.4512 or www.chathamcouncilonaging.org. th

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Annual Purple Cloth 5K and Kid’s Dash, Bond Park, Cary. Hosted by Genesis United Methodist Church to benefit Dorcas Ministries. There will be a bounce house for kids, face painting, food, raffle and more. Come and join the fun in a purple outfit. Info: www.sportoften.com. or www. purplecloth5k.com. rd

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May 3 Celebrate Cary, 12-8pm, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Regency Park, Cary. Sponsored by Fit & Able Productions, a day of health exhibits, art, entertainment, and fitness. Info: www.fitandable.net.

May 10 Triangle Walk to Cure Arthritis, 9am, Imperial

Center, Winchester Building, 4309 Emperor Blvd, Durham. Dogs and children welcome. Info: www.walktocurearthritistriangle.kintera.org.

May 10-Oct 25 Growers Market of Fuquay-Varina, Saturdays & Wednesdays, 102 N. Main St, Fuquay-Varina. An award winning market with fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, canned and baked goods, and more. Enjoy live music, and cooking demonstrations. Info: www.growers-market.org. June 17 & 24

The Triangle Caregivers Conference, 8am-3:30pm, McKimmon Center, Raleigh (June 17), and Durham Convention Center, Durham (June 24). Registration is now open for exhibitor booths and sponsorships. The goal of the conference is to offer respite, resolution and resources through exhibitors and industry speakers. A catered lunch is included with a keynote speaker. Sponsored by Guiding Lights Caregivers Support Center. Reservations are required by May 30. Info: 919.371.2062 or www.guidinglightsnc.org.

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Annual 2Filthy Fun Mud Run, Devil’s Ridge Motocross, 983 King Farm Rd, Sanford. A 5k off-road course with military style obstacles, with lots of mud. There will be a post-run area with beer, food, music and more. Proceeds benefit a local charity. Info: www.filthyfunevents.com. nd

Resources Artspace, a non-profit visual art center in downtown Raleigh, offers several educational opportunities for a range of skill levels and ages. Director of Programs & Exhibitions, Shana Dumont Garr is excited to offer this season, in addition to Artspace’s standard Youth and Adult classes, a new series of workshops for parents and their child to take together. Offering fun classes for all ages and skill levels is one of Artspace’s main goals. For details and the complete list of all classes, visit www.artspacenc.org/classes-education. To register, interested participants should contact Artspace at 919.821.2787. The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association is the premier catalyst for the leadership development of women in

healthcare worldwide. Founded in 2005, the HBA Research Triangle Park (RTP) chapter seeks to foster professional growth and build personal relationships among women within the healthcare community in North Carolina. For more information visit www.hbanet.org/hba-research-triangle-park-chapter Triangle Singles Dance Club has weekly dances, 8:30-11pm, Northbrook Country Club, 4905 North Hills Dr, Raleigh. A singles, 40+ social club. Info: www.trianglesinglesclub.com. The Newcomers Club of Raleigh meets for coffee the first Friday of each month, 10am-12pm, JJ Crowder Masonic Lodge, 9920 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh. Learn more about the organization’s diverse interest groups and events. Info: www. newcomersclubraleigh.org. Arts Access, Inc., a non-profit organization whose mission is to make the arts accessible for people with disabilities, will be providing audio-described performances. For a listing of performances, dates, and information: www.artsaccessinc.org. Second Journey, an Aging in Community organization, features April events of The Heart’s Desire “Films for the Second Half of Life” on Thursdays at the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill; and Creativity in Later Life at the Chapel Hill Public Library. For dates, times, and information: www.secondjourney.org. Wake County’s Libraries in the Community offers monthly events at selected Wake County Libraries. For a listing of events, dates, times, locations, and information: www. wakegov.com. Gather, 111 W. Chatham St, Downtown Cary, announces its new season of craft, gardening, food and business classes. Lead by local entrepreneurs, Gather strives to fill a void in the community by offering successful niche business classes for new and small business owners. Classes include: Crafting Paper Flowers; Facebook 101; Write a Press Release; Organic Gardening; Screen-Printing Basics; and Starting a Small Business. Also includes a boutique area and tea/coffee shop. For a complete listing of their classes and info: www.gathernc.com. Registration is now open for PlayMakers’ Award-Winning Summer Youth Conservatory. Features theatre intensive,

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Theatre Company, 12-4pm, Common Ground Theatre, Durham. Auditions consist of cold readings. The show runs July 30-Aug 10. For appointment and information: www. tinyenginetheatre.com.

Apr 12 A Deadly Good Writing Workshop, 9:15am-4pm, Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary. From point of view and dialogue to archetypes and voice, a full day of writing seminar for aspiring and experienced novelists taught by award-winning authors. Sponsored by the Triangle Sisters in Crime chapter and Town of Cary. Registration required by Apr 9. Info: www.trianglesinc.com. Apr 26

Free Document Shredding and Electronics Recycling, 8am-12:30pm. “Secure Your ID” Day is a local shredding and electronics recycling event hosted by Better Business Bureau serving Eastern North Carolina. Two Raleigh locations: Coastal Federal Credit Union (1000 St. Albans Dr. Raleigh, NC 27609) and Executive Office Suites of Lafayette Village (8480 Honeycutt Rd. Raleigh, NC 27615)

Apr 27 17 Annual Community Dinner, 1pm, McDougle School Cafeteria, Carrboro. Encourages people from all sectors of the community to join together to share a meal, enjoy multicultural entertainments and build lasting friendships. For tickets, donating food, volunteering, or info: www.communitydinner.org. th

May 1 Voter Education Program on Judicial Elections in

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Durham County has opportunities for people 55 years of age and over who are eager to use their skills to serve the area near them. RSVP staff interviews volunteers and match them to opportunities available through one of many local agencies registered with RSVP for recruitment assistance. Volunteerism is needed in: The Salvation Army; preserving history as a greeter, and giving tours; serve Healthy Futures for older adults; provide hospitality for international visitors; tutoring elementary and HS students; servicing a hospital auxiliary; and more. To learn more about these or other opportunities, contact the RSVP agency in your county or go online to find an upcoming Volunteer Information Session. Durham Co RSVP 919.536.7247 or rsvpdurhamnc@durhamtech.edu. The Volunteer Center of Durham serves the Triangle area and works toward connecting volunteers with area non-profits. They offer a new online volunteer matching system called HandsOnTriangle. They represent over 700 non-profits and all their services are free. For a full list of their volunteer needs, and information: 919.613.5105 or www.handsontriangle.org.

Activities for Children The Museum of Life & Science, 433 W. Murray Ave, Durham, is pleased to announce its April special activities highlighted by Tinker Tech After School Club; Meet A Scientist Festival; Bears Up Close; Spring Break Camps; Dino Egg Hunt; and more. Also taking registration for Summer Camps, Spring Break Camps, and School’s Out Day Camps. For a complete schedule, dates, times and information: 919.220.5429 or www.ncmls.org.

NC, 5:30pm, Extraordinary Ventures, 200 S. Elliot Rd, Chapel Hill. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Orange, Durham, and Chatham Counties, in celebration of Law Day. Open to the public. Reservations are not required. Info: www.lwvodc.org.

NC Museum of History, Raleigh, offers special April programs, concerts and exhibits for children and families such as: Hand-y History; Write Your Way History Hunters; Story Time in the Gallery; Hats Off Time for Tots; and more. For schedules and information: 919.807.7900 or www.ncdcr.gov/ncmoh.

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The NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, has continuous monthly activities and events for children and families such as Weekend Family-Friendly Tours; What’s In The Box; and Family Fun Saturdays. For a complete listing of event details: www.ncartmuseum.org.

Dec 3-11 Christmas Markets of Germany & Austria. Travel with Boom. Information session scheduled for Apr 16, 6pm, location TBD. Info: www.boomnc.com.

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Thursday, April 24 To raise funds for services provided by the Alliance of AIDS Services-Carolina

For one day, Triangle area restaurants contribute a percent of their total food and beverage sales to AAS-C. These funds help with medicine, case management, housing, food pantry, and prevention and education for those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.

For more information visit diningoutforlife.com/raleigh or call 919-834-2437 x 118 email r.light@aas-c.org

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Concert Series at the Halle Sponsored by Boom! Magazine The Music of Louis Armstrong! Jazz Appreciation Month with Dinner and a Show At the Halle Cultural Arts Center and Peak City Grill

Saturday, April 12, 7pm Tickets for the cancelled February 15 performance will be honored. Dinner for Two at Peak City Grill and Bar: $54.95, Dinner for One: $32.95 Tickets to the show: $15 adults, $12 students Dinner Reservations taken from 5-6pm or 9-10pm at www.thepeakcitygrill.com Promotion includes preferred seating at the show.

Jazz Pianist and Steinway Artist Lenore Raphael with special guests Jimmy Mngwandi on bass, Dr. David Champouillon on Trumpet, Jerry Mandel on Sax, and Peter Ingram on drums. Hosted by Bob Werlin. Lenore Raphael is considered one of the “best pianists in the jazz mainstream today” by jazz critics, radio hosts and international audiences.

A Magical Night of Pure Jazz! Don’t Miss Lenore and Guests Halle Cultural Arts Center 237 N. Salem St., Historic Downtown Apex 919.249.1120 www.thehalle.org Tickets available at Box Office & etix.com

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Marbles Kids Museum & IMAX Theatre, 201 E. Hargett St, Raleigh, offers April events and activities for children highlighted by Twilight $2 Thursdays; Spring Break Blast; Statewide Star Party; Leapin’ Lemurs; Bubble-ology; Egg Drop with the Engineering Place; Sing Dance Play; and Marbles Imagination Ball. Their monthly calendar events includes weekly continuing activities of: Move & Groove; MakeShop; Artrageous; Energy Innovators; Garden Sprouts; Science Solvers; and Story Explorers. The IMAX 3D Theater also has a calendar of movies. For a complete listing of activities, dates, and information: 919.834.4040 or www.marbleskidsmuseum.org. The Town of Cary and Cary Arts Center sponsors performances and events for adults and families. April brings 21 Annual Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival. Also check the Town of Cary’s website for class offerings and art exhibitions. For a complete listing of events, dates, locations, and information: 919.460.4965 or www.townofcary.org. st

Wake County Public Library System continues their programs for children to incorporate Every Child Ready to Succeed. Their goal is to educate parents and caregivers on the skills they can use at home to help prepare children for success in school. The library system offers nearly 150 weekly programs for children. For programs, dates, times, locations, and information: www.wakegov.com/libraries/events.

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Second Saturdays, locations at historic sites all over NC. Part of the NC Dept. of Cultural Resources where all 37 historic sites, history museums and art museums schedule special “2nd Saturdays” events. For locations and more information: www.2ndSaturdaysNC.com.

Apr 8-13 The Wizard of Oz, DPAC, Durham. Part of the SunTrust Broadway Series. Info: 919.680 2787 or www.dpacnc.com.

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Free Classical Concert with the Durham Symphony with KidZNotes, 3pm, Emily K Center, Duke University, Durham. Info: 919.491.6576 or www.durhamsymphony.org.

Apr 12 Easter Egg Hunt, 10am, Apex Town Complex, 53 Hunter St, Apex. Bring baskets to meet the Easter Bunny and find candy-filled eggs. Free admission. Info: 919.249.3402 or www.apexnc.org. Apr 18-May 1

Pinocchio, Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh. A lively musical version of Carlo Collodi’s

Cary Players presents

classic tale about a willful little wooden marionette who runs away from the carpenter, Gepetto, and straight into one fantastic adventure after another. Info: 919.821.3111 or www. raleighlittletheatre.org.

Apr 27 Lizzie Lane’s Colonial Tea, 3-5pm, Joel Lane Museum, 728 W. Hargett St, Raleigh. In the beautiful colonial style gardens, mothers, daughters, grandmothers, will learn the etiquette of taking tea and cakes, and also have a chance to participate in early American crafts and games. Live music will fill the air. Info: 919.833.3431 or www.joellane.org. May 3 34 Annual Apex Peak Fest, 9am-5pm, Downtown Apex. Live music all day, artist of every kind, a bmx show, skateboard demonstrations, entertainment for the kids, fair food, and so much more! Info: www.apexpeakfest.com. th

May 3 The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, 11am, Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W. Garner Rd, Garner. Info: 919.661.4602 or www.garnerperformingartscenter.com. June 22 Katy Perry’s The Prismatic World Tour, PNC Arena, Raleigh. Tickets on sale now. Info: www.thepncarena.com.

Activities for Adults NC Museum of History, Raleigh, offers interesting April programs, concerts, exhibits and activities highlighted by the first museum exhibit to tell the story of Lebanese Immigrants to NC: Cedars in the Pines. Also PineCone’s Music of the Carolinas; Fiesta Flamenca; Conservation Assistance Day; Strangers at Home: History of Arabs in America; and more. For schedules and information: 919.807.7900 or www.ncdcr.gov. The NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, has April exhibits and events highlighted by Prints for People: The Romo Collection; Bull City Summer Photography Exhibition; Sights and Sounds on Sundays, Art History Survey Courses; Art in the Evening; Friday Night Sound Bites; and more. A special lecture by NY-based artist Mickalene Thomas will take place on Apr 6. The museum also offers lectures, classes, book clubs, and discussion groups. For dates, times and information: 919.839.6262 or www.ncartmuseum.org. The Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts (DECPA), Raleigh, has April performances that include: East Coast Step Show; Daedalus Quartet; Patti Lupone with the NC Symphony; Bronfman performs Beethoven’s Piano Concerto; Love &

Thomas Pandolfi performing “Into the Night with Gershwin” Saturday, April 26, 7 pm Tickets: $15/adults, $12 students and seniors

The young American pianist Thomas Pandolfi is an exciting virtuoso who, with each passing season, is becoming more and more sought after by audiences worldwide. A graduate of The Juilliard School, Pandolf earned both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees as a scholarship student.

Twice the fun! See the original male version and the updated female version! Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

April 4 -13• At the Cary Arts Center

CARYPLAYERS.ORG TICKETS Alternating show schedule, visit caryplayers.org for details. Second show at discounted ticket price - only $10. In person: at the Cary Arts Center By Phone: 1-800-514-3849 or Online: caryplayers.org

“...He brought passion and commitment to his interpretation of “Rhapsody in Blue” while preserving the spirit of this quintessentially American work.” ~ Anthony Maiello, Conductor/Music Director, American Festival Pops Orchestra, 2010 “His spirited performance made it easy to understand why Pandolfi has been praised for his innovative interpretations of Gershwin’s music.” ~ The Cedar Rapids Gazette

Halle Cultural Arts Center 237 N. Salem St., Historic Downtown Apex 919.249.1120 www.thehalle.org Tickets available at Box Office & etix.com

The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St, Durham, wants readers to attend April’s performances of the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival; An Unpredictable Evening with Todd Rundgren; Ben Taylor; Jesse Cook; Rusted Root; Art of Cool Festival; and more. For a complete list of performances, dates, times, tickets, and information: 919.560.3030 or www. carolinatheatre.org. The ArtsCenter, 300G E. Main St, Carrboro, has April performances and events highlighted by Sultans of String; Drew Nelson; Seldom Scene; Brother Sun; Paddy Keenan; Ivy Rowe; Avenue Q with UNC Pauper Players; and more. For a complete calendar of events, dates, times, and information: 919.929.2787 or www.artscenterlive.org. The Clayton Center, 111 E. Second Street, Clayton announces upcoming shows: comedian James Gregory on Friday, April 11. A special family performance—Schoolhouse Rock Live!—is scheduled for Saturday, April 5. Call the Box Office at 919.553.1737 or visit www.theclaytoncenter.com for details. The North Carolina Symphony performs April concerts in the Triangle area featuring: Bronfman Performs Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 2; Soundbites; and Patti LuPone. For dates, times, locations, tickets and information: 919.733.2750 or www.ncsymphony.org. Duke Performances continues its season in April with an event calendar featuring performances of Brian Carpenter Ghost Train Orchestra; Joe Henry & Over The Rhine; Pavel Haas String Quartet; Solo Piano Concert with Chick Corea; Ciompi Concert No. 4; Paco Pena & Eliot Fisk; and Benjamin Grosvenor on Piano. The Duke Players Theater Study presents April performances of The Visit, Parade, and New Works Festival. For dates, times, locations, tickets, and information: 919.660.3348 or www.dukeperformances.org.

North Carolina State University’s Center Stage and University Theatre, Raleigh, ends its season with April performances of Seminar; and The Pedrito Martinez Group. For dates, times, locations and tickets: 919.513.1800 or www.ncsu.edu. Meredith College’s Performing Arts, Raleigh, hosts and presents April performances that include: The Little Shop of Horrors; DanceWorks; Spring Choral Concert; Spring Sinfonietta Concert; and The Master and the Heir Apparent with Raleigh Symphony. For dates, times, locations, and information: 919.760.2840 or www.meredith.edu. The Town of Cary and Cary Arts Center sponsors April performances and events for adults and families highlighted by the 21 Annual Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival; Triangle Wind Ensemble’s Spring Concert; and The Odd Couple. Also check the Town of Cary’s website for class offerings and art exhibitions. For a complete listing of events, dates, locations, and information: 919.460.4965 or www.townofcary.org. st

Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Regency Park, Cary, hosts April events. They include Great Grapes Wine Festival; Brain Injury Assoc. of NC Walk & Roll-athon; and The Hob Nob Jazz Series every Wednesday. For dates, times, tickets, and info: 919.462.2025 or www.boothamphitheatre.com.

Club Comedians; Hank & the Honky Tonk Heroes’ Tribute to Hank Williams; and Rodney Crowell. For dates, times, and information: 919.567.4000 or visit www.hollyspringsnc.us. Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N. Salem St, Apex, has April events highlighted by JazzLive Concert with Lenore Raphael; Family Dance; Carousels and Crackerjacks Exhibit; Pizza & a Movie; and Into the Night with Gershwin with Thomas Pandolfi. Also check their website for classes, workshops, and lessons. For dates, times, and information: 919.249.1120 or www.thehalle.org. Dance Seen: First Friday Gallery Walks take place the first Friday of each month at Arts Together, 114 St. Mary’s St, Raleigh. Event features The Even Exchange Dance Theatre. Free and open to the public. For time and information: 919.828.2377 or www.evenexchange.com. UnWined, 237 Center Grove Church Rd, Moncure, invites all to their special events highlighted by musical performances accompanying First Fridays with Bella Donna’s Grilled Pizza; and 2 & 4 Saturdays with Chef Bill. Also Junuis Lindsay Vineyards Wine Tasting on Apr 4, and Family and Career Community Leaders of America Fundraiser on Apr 24. Come relax, enjoy their uniqueness, and unwind. For dates, time, and info: 919.548.9384 or www.unwinednc.com. nd

The Best of Sanford April’s events include One Night Stands at The Temple Theatre; Sherlock Holmes & the Jersey Lily at the Temple Theatre; Jazz at the Flame; Carolina FiberFest; Sanford’s Farmers Market; Broadway Our Way Festival; Movies at the Depot; and Cats at the Temple Theatre. For dates, times, locations and info: www.discoversanford.com.

The Plaza at 140 West Franklin in Chapel Hill announces its opening and spring calendar of events. This is a 30,000 sq. ft. outdoor public space designed to encourage recreation and leisure, bring the performing arts alive, and engage the downtown community by creating a place for everyone. Come experience music, art, and interactivities. April brings Exhale fog and light sculpture; a live performance by the Studio A Dancers; and Live & Local Music & Art Series that runs through the end of June. For a complete listing of events, dates, times, and information: www.plaza140westfranklin.squarespace.com.

The Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association wants readers to know about their upcoming events. April brings En Plein Air Paint-off; Candy Hop; and the Grand Opening of the Growers Market. For dates, times, and information: www.fuquayvarinadowntown.com.

Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine St, Holly Springs, wants families to know about their April line-up of events highlighted by Clean Comedy Series with Country

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Apr 1-2 Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour by

Cirque Du Soleil, PNC Arena, Raleigh. Featuring 49 international dancers, musicians, and acrobats, it is presented in a rock concert format that combines the excitement and innovation of Michael Jackson’s music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil’s unparalleled creativity. Tickets on sale now. Info: www.thepncarena.com.

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Annual Home Roam Tour, 7:30 to 9:30pm at the Hope Valley Country Club, 3803 Dover Road, Durham. The tour includes nine different homes each featuring a local restaurant offering samples of popular dishes. Tickets are $25 in advance at www. jldoc.org, or $30 on the day of the event at Hope Valley Country Club. Proceeds from ticket sales go to the JLDOC programs focusing on helping children develop to their fullest potential. Learn more at www.jldoc.org.

Apr 2-20 Assassins, Center for Dramatic Art, UNC-Chapel

Hill. Performed by PlayMakers Repertory Theatre. A panoramic story of the nation’s culture of celebrity and the violent means some will use to obtain it. Info: 919.962.7529 or www. playmakersrep.org.

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Chatham Community Library’s Spring Book Sale, CCCC, Pittsboro. More than 15,000 books and audiovideo materials. Admission is free. Info: www.friendsofthechathamcommunitylibrary.org/booksale.htm.

Apr 3-20 The Diary of Anne Frank, Burning Coal Theatre, Meymandi Theatre at Murphy School Auditorium, 224 Polk St, Raleigh. Info: 919.834.4001 or www.burningcoal.org. Apr 4 10

Annual Tour D’Coop & Eggistentialism Exhibition of Chicken-Related Art, Tipping Paint Gallery, 311 W. Martin St, Raleigh. The Tour, which includes 20 coops is an exciting way to educate the public about raising chickens and urban farming while raising non-perishable food and money for Urban Ministries of Wake County. Info: www.tippingpaintgallery.com. Or www.tourdcoop.com. th

Apr 4 First Friday Gallery Walk, 6-10pm, ArtSpace, Raleigh.

Several new exhibitions centered on artwork by Artspace Artists Association (AAA) members in its Gallery 1 and Upfront and Lobby Gallery. Info: 919.821.2787 or www.artspacenc.org.

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The Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC), 123 Vivian St, Durham, hosts performances in April of Chelsea Handler; Get The Lead Out: The American Led Zeppelin; The Wizard of Oz; Dave Ramsey; Grand TASTE Experience; truTV’s Impractical Jokers; and American Idiot. For dates, times, tickets and information: 919.688.3722 or www.dpacnc.com.

Carolina Performing Arts Series, UNC-Chapel Hill concludes its performance season with April performances that include: Cloud Nine Dance Theatre of Taiwan; Israel Philharmonic Orchestra; Brroklyn Rider; and Restless Creature. For dates, times, locations and information: 919.843.3333 or www.unc.edu/performingarts.

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Laughter; Tim, Tickle, Josh & Bill from Moonshiners; and Philharmonic Concert. Watch for Driving Miss Daisy coming in May. For a complete listing of events, dates, times, and information: 919.831.6060 or www.dukeenergycenterraleigh.com.

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Apr 4-6 & 12-13 Cedar Creek Gallery 46 Annual Spring Pottery & Glass Festival, Cedar Creek Gallery, 1150 Fleming Rd, Creedmoor. Pottery and glass blowing demonstrations, live music, plant sales, food truck and raffle, all to benefit Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC. Info: 919.528.1041 or www.cedarcreekgallery.com. th

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Carolina FiberFest, Sanford Lions Club Fairgrounds, Sanford. Over 1500 fiber enthusiasts in this family-oriented event, with 40 vendors, classes, and free demonstrations. Free and open to the public. Info: www. carolinafiberfest.org.

Apr 4-7 Avenue Q, The ArtsCenter, 300G E. Main St, Car-

rboro. Presented by UNC Pauper Players. Info: 919.929.2787 or www.artscenterlive.org.

Apr 4-13 The Odd Couple, The Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry

Ave, Cary. The female version of the story. Info: www.caryplayers.org.

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Coming Home NC Exhibit, Local Color Gallery, 22 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh. A co-op run gallery of local women artists. Registration is now open for the April 26 9 Annual Local Color Gallery Plein Air Paintout. Info: www.localcoloraleigh.com.

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Apr 5 Raulston Blooms & Bird Festival, 9am-5pm, rain

or shine at the JC Raulston Aboretum at NC State University. The festival features the JCRA’s Plant Sale, the 14 Annual Birdhouse Competition and displays, educational gardening demonstrations, children’s activities, local arts and crafts vendors, gourmet food trucks, and more. 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh.  www.ncsu.edu/jcraulstonarboretum/ raulston-blooms/

Apr 5 Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 featuring the Choral Society of Durham and Duke Symphony, 8pm, Baldwin Auditorium, Duke University, Durham. Info: 919.684.4444 or https://tickets.duke.edu/. Apr 5

Gala Fundraiser House Concert with Mallarme Chamber Players, 7:30pm, The Larson House, Durham. A concert featuring works Mallarme has commissioned over the last 30 years, including Serenade for Mallarme, by Robert Ward. Includes a reception and silent auction. Info: 919.560.2788 or www.mallarmemusic.org.

Apr 5 Wake Forest’s Inaugural Dirt Day, 10am-3pm, South White & Owen Avenues, Wake Forest. Something for the whole family. Kids can play in the area’s biggest sandbos and make wheatgrass containers while parents learn abou the newest techniques in gardening and composting. Master Gardeners and outdoor educators from the NC Museum of Natural History will be there. Live music and culinary delights. Info: www.dirtdays.com. Through Apr 6 Sherlock Holmes & the Jersey Lily, Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford. Info: 919.774.4512 or www.templeshows.com.

wines, live music, food and crafts. Info: 919.462.2025 or www. boothamphitheatre.com.

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Free Classical Concert with the Durham Symphony with KidZNotes, 3pm, Emily K Center, Duke University, Durham. Info: 919.491.6576 or www.durhamsymphony. org.

Apr 12 Cabaret with the Raleigh Symphony, 7pm, Check website for TBA location. An evening of music, wine, dancing, food and fun. Info: 919.546.9755 or www.raleighsymphony. org. Apr 12 ArtWalk7, 4-7pm, Downtown Sanford. Businesses throughout downtown will host tastings of wines from across the globe and display the work of local artists. A detailed map will guide visitors to each wine, and give details about the wine and art. There will be live music throughout the day, highlighted by a free concert in Depot Park. The night will be capped off with a reception and auction at Lisa Mathis’s ArtStudio. Info: www.discoversanford.com. Apr 12 Ghosts of the Confederacy Walking Tour, St. Mat-

thew’s Episcopal Church Cemetery, Hillsborough. An hourlong guided tour of the Confederate dead, created by Alliance for Historic Hillsborough. This tour coincides with the 149 Anniversary of the surrender at the Bennett Farm, which will be commemorated Apr 26-27 with a series of events at Bennett Place Historic Site in Durham. Info: 919.732.7741 or www.historichillsborough.org. th

Through April 13 “The New Found Land”: Engrav-

ings by Theodor de Bry from the Collection of Michael N. Joyner and America Seen: The Hunter and Cathy Allen Collection of Social Realist Prints, presented by the Ackland Museum, UNC Chapel Hill. For more info visit www. ackland.org.

Through Apr 13 Seminar, Frank Thompson Hall, NCSURaleigh. Presented by NCSU University Theatre. Innocence collides with experience in this biting Broadway comedy. Adult language and themes. Info: www.ncsu.edu/theatre. Apr 18-19 Celebration of Smiles Day Fundraiser, local

Apr 18-May 1 Pinocchio, Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue St, Raleigh. A lively musical version of Carlo Collodi’s classic tale about a willful little wooden marionette who runs away from the carpenter, Gepetto, and straight into one fantastic adventure after another. Info: 919.821.3111 or www. raleighlittletheatre.org.

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The Wizard of Oz, DPAC, Durham. Part of the SunTrust Broadway Series. Info: 919.680 2787 or www. dpacnc.com.

Apr 11 UCCH Chamber Singers & Bronze Voices Hand Bells, 8pm, United Church of Chapel Hill, 1321 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill. Proceeds from an offering will support the local NAACP chapter. Info: www.unitedchurch.org.

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Annual Retail Therapy Spring Show & Sale, The Woman’s Club of Raleigh, 3300 Woman’s Club Dr, Raleigh. Featuring antiques, art, accessories, clothing, gifts, food and garden décor. Over 50 vendors. Info: 919.562.0825 or www. womansclubofraleigh.org. nd

Through Apr 12 Cymbeline, Cordoba Arts Center at Golden Belt, Durham. Shakespeare’s play concerns rebellion in many forms. Info: www.baretheatre.org. Apr 12 Great Grapes! Wine and Food Festival, 11am-7pm,

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Rita Coolidge, 7:30pm, Seby B. Jones Performing Arts Center, Louisburg College, Louisburg. Part of the Allen De Hart Concert Series. Info: www.louisburg.edu/ concertseries.

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Tim, Tickle & Friends, 8pm, DECPA, Raleigh. Explore the backwoods of moon shining from Discovery’s hit show Moonshiners. Info: 800.745.3000 or www.dukeenergycenterraleigh.com.

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The Fun-Feisty-Fifties Sock Hop, 7-10pm, The Robert and Pearly Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill. A 50s Dance Party to benefit The Friends of The Robert and Pearl Seymour Center. Royal Court Contest, Hula Hoop & Bubble Gum Blowing Contests, Silent Auction, music and entertainment. Sponsored by Boom Magazine. Info: www.friendsseymourcenter.org.

Apr 25-26 Art of Cool Music Festival, American Tobacco Historic District, Durham. Two days full of jazz music, food trucks, fun, and much more. Tickets on sale now. Info: www. aocfestival.org. Apr 25-May 11 Pageant, Theatre in the Park, 107 Pullen

Rd, Raleigh. The musical comedy beauty pageant spoof. Info: 919.831.6936 or www.theatreinthepark.com.

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I Never Saw Another Butterfly: The Musical, North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre, Greystone Village Shopping Center, 7713-51 Leadmine Rd, Raleigh. The story of the children of Terezin, a ghetto under Nazi rule during World War II. Though few of the children survived, their lives were given meaning and hope through the tireless efforts of an inspirational teacher, Irena, who challenged their creativity and artistry in a makeshift classroom using scavenged materials which she kept hidden from the authorities. Info: 919.866.0228 or www.nract.org.

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Through Apr 19 Homecoming: Celebrating Over 20 Artists on Staff, Craven Allen Gallery, 1106 ½ Broad St, Durham. Info: 919.286.4837 or www.cravenallengallery.com.

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Durham Symphony Goes to the Movies, 3pm, Riverside HS, Chapel Hill. Info: 919.491.6576 or www.durhamsymphony.org.

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7pm-1am at the North Ridge Country Club. Visit safehavenforcats.org for ticket information.

studios around the Triangle. This national fundraising effort will benefit Operation Smile, which treats children around the world that suffer with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities. Local photographer Lili Engelhardt and other participating photographers will offer discounted portrait sessions. Info: www.celebrationofsmiles.com.

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Daedalus Quartet, 3pm, Fletcher Opera Theater, DECPA, Raleigh. Presented by Raleigh Chamber Music Guild. Info: www.rcmg.org.

Apr 25 Tuxedo Cat Ball to Benefit Safe Haven for Cats,

Flights of Fancy Exhibit, Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St, Hillsborough. Kilnformed glass, paintings, and photographs. Info: 919.732.5001 or www.hillsboroughgallery.com.

Apr 23-27 Hold These Truths, Paul Green Theatre, UNC-

Chapel Hill. The powerful and moving story of one man, who, in his own words could not give up on the Constitution. Presented by PlayMakers Repertory Company. Info: 919.962.1122 or www.playmakersrep.org.

Through Apr 24 Cavalcade of Triangle Big Bands,

7-9:30pm, Five Points Center for Active Adults, 200 Noble Road, Raleigh. Featuring artists such as the Tune Swingers Orchestra, the Ambassadors Orchestra, and the NC Revelers. Triangle’s top big band orchestras each performing their unique big band sound the last Thursday of the month. For info visit www.raleighmusicgroups.com or call 919.830.7357.

Apr 24 Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band, PNC Arena, Raleigh. Tickets on sale now. Info: 800.745.3000 or www.thepncarena.com. Apr 24-May 11 Cats, Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St,

Sanford. Tells the story, in song and dance, of the annual gathering of Jellicle cats, at which time one special cat is selected to ascend to the Heaviside layer. Info: 919.774.4512 or www.templeshows.com.

Annual Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, 9am-5pm, Fred G. Bond Metro Park, Cary. Featuring over 180 local artists, entertainment and children’s village. Info: 919.469.4061 or www.townofcary.org. st

Apr 26 The Local Roots Craft Festival of Carrboro, 11am4pm, 300 E. Main St, Carrboro. A new outdoor community event which celebrates local creativity and is the first collaborative effort of The ArtsCenter, WomanCraft, Cameron’s, Amante Gourmet Pizza, Fleet Feet, Hickory Tavern, and The Hampton Inn & Suites. Info: www.artscenterlive.org. Apr 27 Lizzie Lane’s Colonial Tea, 3-5pm, Joel Lane Museum, 728 W. Hargett St, Raleigh. In the beautiful colonial style gardens, mothers, daughters, grandmothers, will learn the etiquette of taking tea and cakes, and also have a chance to participate in early American crafts and games. Live music will fill the air. Info: 919.833.3431 or www.joellane.org. Apr 27

The Master and the Heir Apparent with the Raleigh Symphony, 3pm, Jones Auditorium, Meredith College, Raleigh. An evening of Haydn, Mozart and Schumann. Info: 919.546.9755 or www.raleighsymphony.org.

Apr 27 Triangle Wind Ensemble’s Spring Concert, 3pm,

Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave, Cary. Info: 919.462.2055 or www. trianglewind.org.

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Annual Community Dinner, 1pm, McDougle School Cafeteria, Carrboro. Encourages people from all sectors of the community to join together to share a meal, enjoy multicultural entertainments and build lasting friendships. For tickets, donating food, volunteering, or info: www.communitydinner.org. th

Apr 29-30 American Idiot, DPAC, Durham. Part of the Broadway Encore Specials Series. Info: 919.680.2787 or www. dpacnc.com. Through Apr 30 Paintings by Ryan McKellar, Ani-

mation & Fine Art Galleries, University Mall, 201 S. Estes Dr, Chapel Hill. Info: 919.968.8008 or www.animationandfineart.com.

May 2-11 Driving Miss Daisy, DECPA, Raleigh. Part of the Broadway Series South season. Info: 919.831.6941 or www. broadwayseriessouth.com. May 2-24 Life Is A Dream, Deep Dish Theater, University Mall, UNC-Chapel Hill. Info: 919.968.1515 or www.deepdishtheater.org. May 3 34 Annual Apex Peak Fest, 9am-5pm, Downtown Apex. Live music all day, artist of every kind, a bmx show, skateboard demonstrations, entertainment for the kids, fair food, and so much more! Info: www.apexpeakfest.com. th

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Prayers of Kierkegaard & Quattro Pezzi Sacri Concert featuring the Choral Society of Durham, 8pm, Duke Chapel, Duke University, Durham. Info: 919.684.4444 or https://tickets.duke.edu/.

May 3 Celebrate Cary, 12-8pm, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Regency Park, Cary. Building healthy business relationships. Info: www.fitandable.net. May 3-4 Chapel Hill Spring Garden Tour, Seven Private Chapel Hill Gardens. In addition to the gardens, visitors will enjoy artists painting plein air, and an outdoor concert by NC Opera. Proceeds to benefit Children’s Wonder Garden. Info: www.chapelhillgardentour.net. May 4 Willie Nelson and Alison Krauss & Union Station,

6pm, Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Regency Park, Cary. Info: 919.462.2024 or www.boothamphitheatre.com.

Through May 9 Theater of Belief: Afro-Atlantic Costuming and Masking in Large-Format Color Photographs, Gregg Museum of Art & Design, NCSU-Raleigh. Info: 919.513.7244 or www.ncsu.edu/gregg. May 10

Wake Forest Cemetery Walking Tour, 9:30am12:30pm, 400 N. White St, Wake Forest. A self-guided tour featuring docents at family plots with photos and artifacts. This event is free. Info: www.wakeforestnc.gov/cemeterytour.aspx.

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The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, DPAC, Durham. Part of the SunTrust Broadway Series. Info: 919.680.2787 or www.dpacnc.com.

May 16 The Long Bright with Women’s Voices Chorus, 8pm, Hill Hall Auditorium, UNC-Chapel Hill. In partnership with UNC and Duke Cancer Centers. Info: www.womensvoiceschorus.org. May 18 Without Borders: Chancel Choir of the United

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Through May 23 Remnants of the Floating World: Japanese Art from the Permanent Collection, Gregg Museum of Art & Design, NCSU-Raleigh. Info: 919.513.7244 or www.ncsu.edu/gregg. May 23 19 Annual Frankie Yankovic Day, 7-9pm, Town on the Green, Academy St, Cary. Come join a polka musical celebration. Bring chairs and blankets. Info: 919.851.1821. th

June 22 Katy Perry’s The Prismatic World Tour, PNC Arena, Raleigh. Tickets on sale now. Info: www.thepncarena.com.

Through July 6 The Still Life Re-imagined by two-

time Emerging Artist Grant recipient Cynthia Aldrich (1992 and 2002) in the Ella Fountain Pratt Legacy Gallery, the Durham Arts Gallery. Aldrich’s past work was inspired by her research on prehistoric art from all cultures, with a primary focus on images of ancient goddesses. Her recent sculptural work has been more contemporary in design and surface treatment, and The Still Life Reinterpreted is a reflection of this change. The Durham Arts Council is located at 120 Morris Street, Durham. For info visit www.durhamarts.org

Through Aug 31 Bull City Summer exhibition at the

North Carolina Museum of Art. Bull City Summer, inspired by the 25th anniversary of the movie Bull Durham, documents the 2013 season at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Ten nationally and internationally acclaimed artists—photographers Alec Soth, Hank Willis Thomas, Hiroshi Watanabe, Alex Harris, Frank Hunter, Kate Joyce, Elizabeth Matheson, Leah Sobsey, and Jeff Whetstone, and video artist Ivan Weiss—converged on the stadium for all 72 home games. The exhibition presents a subtle yet powerful group study of the obsessive routines and crafts of baseball, mirrored by routines in the stands, in concessions, and behind the scenes, a story unfolding daily yet rarely documented, the repeating drama slightly different each time. East Building, Level A, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh.

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Driving Miss Daisy, written by Alfred Uhry in 1987, is a story about the relationship between an elderly white Southern Jewish woman, “Daisy Werthan,” and her black chauffeur, “Hoke Colborn.” Winner of the Putlizer Prize Award, and an Academy Award Winning film, the story explores race relations set in the backdrop of the inequality and civil unrest of the American south in the late 1940s. The play originally opened off-Broadway on April 15, 1987 and has since been performed around the world. For tickets to NC Theatre’s production of Driving Miss Daisy visit www.NCTheatre.com or call Ticketmaster at 800.745.3000. For groups of ten or more, call 919.831.6941 x5204. NC State Summer TheatreFest Returns May -June 

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by one of the most popular North Carolina authors, Clyde Edgerton. Add that to a hilarious farce and a mashup of Noel Coward and Agatha Christie and I think we have one of the best seasons ever!” There Goes the Bride is about an overworked, underpaid, stressed-out advertising executive named Timothy Westerby, who hits his head on the morning of his daughter’s society wedding and awakens to find himself in the company of a 1920s Flapper girl straight out of his current advertising campaign. McIlwee says, “You can imagine what chaos that will cause with the wedding preparations!” Friends and family scramble to lead Timothy back to reality and his daughter down the aisle before the newly arrived in-laws abandon the wedding. Opening June 5 is the adaptation of Clyde Edgerton’s book Walking Across Egypt. “Catherine Bush has been the playwright in residence at Barter Theatre in Abingdon, Virginia, and she and Edgerton graciously agreed to let us produce the play here for TheatreFest. It’s a charming story about Mattie Rigsbee, played by emeritus professor Dr. Patricia Caple, who is an independent, strong-minded senior citizen who’s feeling old and unneeded. Then a teenage delinquent named Wesley Benfield comes into her life. We’re thrilled to have a student from the Early College program here at NC State playing Wesley. This is a wonderfully wise and witty down-home play for everyone!” The final TheatreFest show opens on June 19, and is a perennial favorite of the summer theatregoers: the mystery. Death by Design, a play by Ron Urbinati, mixes the brilliant wit of Noel Coward with the intricate plotting of Agatha Christie. McIlwee says, “It’s described as a delightful and mysterious “mash-up” of two of the greatest English writers of all time. It has it all: a playwright and his actress wife who meet a host of other eccentric characters—each with a long-held secret. And of course there’s a murder, and an Agatha Christielike solution. How much more fun could we have?” Tickets are on sale through Ticket Central at 919.515.1100 or www. ncsu.edu/arts.

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