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34 Holiday Fun and Festivities Parades, Santa Visits and More Across the Triangle
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editor’s note
Spread Kindness Around few weeks ago, I pulled up to the
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to share their favorite Thanksgiving
Dunkin’ Donuts drive-thru
memories. Turn to page 31 for their
window to pay for a medium coffee,
stories of celebrations and life lessons
only to learn that the person driving
with loved ones from long ago.
the car in front of me had already
Since many of you will have family
covered the cost. She took it upon
visiting during the holidays, check
herself to “pay it forward” by showing
out page 34 for our always-popular
kindness to someone she didn’t know.
roundup of holiday festivities and
People who
Member of the
GROUP PUBLISHER Sharon Havranek
PUBLISHER
Brenda Larson • blarson@carolinaparent.com
EDITOR
Beth Shugg • bshugg@carolinaparent.com
Santa visits and parades to tree-light-
where. Sometimes
ing ceremonies and candlelight tours,
we just aren’t
you’ll find something every member of
looking for them.
the family will enjoy.
When our editorial
Get a head start on your holiday
staff began plan-
shopping list with the gift ideas on
ning the feature on
page 17, learn how to lay down smart-
page 26, we knew it
phone or cellphone rules for your teens
wouldn’t take long
and tweens on page 20, and show little
to fill four pages
ones how to make a gratitude journal
with profiles on
on page 12.
Triangle residents
As we all celebrate being thankful
who care for others. In fact, we were
this month, take a moment to think
worried about how we would narrow
of five people you know who cared for
them down!
you in some way during your life. They
What resulted were seven inspiring
may have raised you, or care for your
stories of people who help others in
children now. They may have men-
extraordinary ways — from a Raleigh
tored you or someone important to
medical mission relief volunteer to a
you. They may have simply picked up
Hillsborough teen who fell in love with
something you dropped, or held a door
a Chilean street dog. We hope their
open for you that led to an amazing
stories move you and your children to
opportunity. They are there. Look for
help others who are less fortunate, and
them and be thankful for all they have
to appreciate random acts of kindness
done and continue to do for you and
from people everywhere.
countless others.
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community | craft | education | tips & picks What’s your favorite Thanksgiving side dish or dessert? Sweet potato casserole and pecan pie. Gina Rutledge
Green bean artichoke casserole and the old faithful pumpkin pie. Kristi Nave Guenther
Enter the Longleaf Film Festival The North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh is accepting entries for the inaugural Longleaf Film Festival taking place May 2, 2015, which will explore historic and contempo-
Green bean casserole. Bobbie Domin
rary stories from the state, country and world through narrative and documentary movies.
Everything! Lyndsay Bean
The festival will be presented in conjunction with the museum’s exhibit, “Starring North Carolina!”, about the state’s role in the film industry. The exhibit opens Nov. 15 and runs through Sept. 6, 2015.
Film entries will be accepted through March 1. Each film entered in the middle and high
school student category is eligible for the $500 Best Student-Made Film. All submissions will be eligible for the $500 Judges’ Choice award and all films made in North Carolina are eligible for the $500 Made-in-NC award. Prizes will be awarded in five main categories: narrative feature, short narrative, documentary feature, documentary short, and middle and high school student film. Learn more at ncmuseumofhistory.org/llf.aspx.
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Raleigh’s Holt Brothers Honored in Los Angeles Former N.C. State University and National Football League players Torry and Terrence Holt were honored in Los Angeles Sept. 20 for their work on behalf of children affected by a parent’s cancer. The Holts were lauded at the annual Susan’s Magic Makers fundraising gala in Santa Monica, California, where more than 400 attendees paid tribute to the brothers for their work supporting Camp Kesem, a national organization that operates sleep-away camps across the U.S. for children and youth who need special support. The event raised more than $300,000 to expand Camp Kesem’s services.
The brothers, inspired by their own personal experience, are well known for
their efforts to enrich the lives of children who have a parent battling cancer. Torry was 10 and Terrence was 6 when their mother, Ojetta, was diagnosed with lymphoma. After she passed away, they made a commitment to help children who Terrance Holt, Camp Kesem CEO Jane Saccaro and Torry Holt.
have a parent with cancer and created the Holt Brothers Foundation, based in
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Lifetime Learning Academy Create a Mini Gratitude Journal November is a fun month for creating projects that celebrate gratitude and thankfulness. As the harvest season closes and families make Thanksgiving memories, creating a mini gratitude journal is a great way to get kids in on the action.
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materials and supplies: n Mini composition books (from a dollar store) n Aleene’s school glue (or other similar glue) n Watercolor paper and watercolors n Sharpie marker n Google eyes, button and yarn (optional)
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The first step is to create a thumbprint turkey. To do this, rub your thumb in wet watercolor paint and press it onto the paper. When the thumbprint is dry, add legs and feathers with a black Sharpie marker (a permanent marker will keep the watercolor painting from smudging your lines), then add color with the paints. Let it dry. Next, cut the turkey out and glue it to the top of the composition book. (You can glue paper underneath first to cover the book design, if you want to add that step.) Then, glue on your detail pieces for eyes and such, or draw them on with the Sharpie. Ta da! Now the journal is ready to fill with all of the things that make your child thankful. Provided by North Carolina artist Laura Kelly, creator of Laura Kelly Designs. Find more of her crafts at laurakellydesigns.com/cms/ Videos.php.
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NC State Board of Education Approves 10-Point Grading Scale and Reduced AP Credit The N.C. State Board of Education recently approved switching to a 10-point grading scale at North Carolina high schools. The new scale will go into effect for freshmen enrolling in the 2015-16 school year and replace the current seven-point grading scale. Under the new policy, an A is a score of 90 or higher, rather than the previous score of 93-100; a B is 80-89, rather than 85-92; a C is 70-79, rather than 77-84; a D is 60-69, rather than 70-76 and an F is 59 and below, rather than 69 and below. The board approved the change to simplify the system and level the playing field for students applying to college. Most high schools and colleges across the country use a 10-point grading scale. In a separate move approved the board, and also beginning with next year’s freshman class, students taking advanced placement, international baccalaureate and honors courses will get less credit for those classes on their grade point averages. High school students who receive an A for AP and IB courses will receive 5 quality points under the new plan, rather than the current 6 points. Students receiving an A in an honors course will receive 4.5 quality points instead of 5. Learn more at sbepolicy.dpi.state.nc.us.
Most WCPSS Third-graders Promoted Under Read to Achieve According to results recently released by the N.C. State Board of Education in its report to the N.C. General Assembly, Improve K-3 Literacy Accountability Measures Comprehensive Plan for Reading Achievement, 90 percent of WCPSS third-graders in the 2013-14 school year qualified for promotion to fourth grade this year under the new Read to Achieve initiative. This result is 2.8 percentage points above the state average of 87.3 percent. Wake third-graders demonstrated their reading proficiency by passing either the Beginning-of-Grade 3 English Language Arts/Reading assessment; End-of-Grade 3 English Language Arts/Reading assessment; Read to Achieve Alternative Test; alternative stateapproved assessments; or a complete reading portfolio. carolinaparent.com
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Thanksgiving Parades 1. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York 2. The McDonald’s Thanksgiving Parade in Chicago 3. America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Parade in Plymouth, Massachusetts 4. America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit, Michigan 5. The Annual H-E-B Holiday Parade in Houston, Texas — travelchannel.com
Make Communication FUN Use Toymail, a free app, to send messages to your child via one of six toys that connect to your home’s Wi-Fi network. Send a voice message from your phone and either Snort, Milksop, Fairfax, Rochester, Buck or Bushwick will snort, wheeze or whinny to let your child know she has a message waiting. She can respond right from her toy. $59; available for Android and iPhone, iPad and iPod touch (iOS 5.0 or later) devices. Learn more at toymail.co.
PA R E N T I N G T O O L B O X Your Family in Pictures by photography expert Me Ra Koh (Amphoto Books, $19.99), host of the Disney Junior TV show “Capture Your Story With Me Ra Koh,” offers professional guidance to parents who have little to no photography experience. Whether you have a $3,000 Canon EOS 5D camera or an iPhone, you’ll learn how to discover: n Seven spots in your home that offer great light. n 10 steps to set up your photos for success. n Nine ideas for getting your family in a good portrait-posing mood. n Three ways black and white can transform a mediocre photo. n The top 10 times to take candid family photos. Learn more at merakoh.com.
family fyi
8of Disciplined TRAITS Children You see them at the grocery store, doctor’s office and playground. Unruly — some might say undisciplined — children are easy to find. But how do you identify kids who are disciplined? Sherrie Campbell, a licensed psychologist and author of Loving Yourself: The Mastery of Being Your Own Person, suggests looking for these signs. Emotional maturity is the ability to l Self-control: delay gratification. Disciplined children commit to doing what is right even when they don’t feel like it. Disciplined children are able to put l Empathy: themselves in the shoes of someone else, which allows them to develop understanding and genuine care. to feel good: Disciplined children l Motivated have been parented to know they are “good,” and because of this they are driven through their own behaviors to maintain this state of internal well-being. Disciplined children have been l Responsible: raised to be motivated from within to help around the house, school and in the world at large because they see the value in contributing to the whole rather than just thinking about their own needs. Children who are disciplined have an l Self-love: internal sense of self worth. Their confidence is derived from within and not just from performance or outside validation. Disciplined children own up to l Responsible: their mistakes and are more likely to make
good choices because they desire to feel good. Accountability is not an opportunity to practice being a good person.
authority: When children have been l Respect positively disciplined they respect authority,
rules and basic moral codes. If you respect your children, they will learn to respect you and authority in general.
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Raising Cheery Volunteers
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hroughout the year, and especially during the holidays, volunteering with children can facilitate family bonding and impart valuable lessons
in giving back. More than 15 million youth — around 55 percent — participate in volunteer activities, mostly through religious, school or youth organizations, according the Corporation for National and Community Service. But kids aren’t always willing helpers. Parents may wonder how to volunteer with a tiny tot, or about the best way to motivate a self-centered tween. Looking to get kids excited about giving back? Here’s age-by-age guidance on raising kids who give joyfully.
AGES 0-4
Helping Hearts Don’t assume that kids need to be school-age
AGES 5-12
Caring Connection School-age children have a host of new worries and
AGES 13-18
Though volunteering benefits kids of all ages, it’s
before they can volunteer. “When kids
responsibilities, from friend cliques to
especially meaningful for teens, who
are very young, you can volunteer as a
math homework, and they can be pre-
can more fully appreciate the concept
occupied with their own daily lives. They
of altruism, Miller says.
family unit,” says Simon Lockyer, father of two and founder of online giving
can also make excellent, caring volun-
“Through volunteering, they can
teers, says licensed family therapist Jen S.
grasp the good feelings of giving,
Miller, owner of Foothills Family Therapy in
instead of receiving, and apply more
Winston-Salem. It’s all a matter of finding
meaning to their lives and relation-
others, and can foster future interest in
something that sparks a child’s interest.
ships.” That doesn’t mean giving
volunteering. Toddlers and preschool-
“When children have decision-making
back doesn’t have personal benefits.
ers can help plant community gardens,
autonomy to choose the type of charity
“Volunteering has become an increas-
wrap or decorate gifts, help pick up
or organization they want to work with, it
ingly important social and professional
litter or rake leaves for an outdoor
gives them additional motivation and em-
statement. Professional networking
clean-up, sort and stack donated coats
powerment,” she says. Parents can present
website LinkedIn has added a volun-
and scarves, or help shelve items at
grade schoolers with several options,
teer section where job-seekers can
a food bank. Lockyer recommends
preferably ones that relate to the child’s
showcase volunteer experiences, and
bringing young ones to visit the elderly
own life. Kids who have been bullied can
many colleges factor volunteer pur-
volunteer with a group that advocates for
suits along with other extracurricular
bullying victims, pet lovers can work with
activities in admission decisions,”
animals and bookworms can help out at a
Lockyer says.
book drive. The benefits are multifaceted,
Teens looking to get involved —
Miller says; kids not only feel great about
and/or beef up a professional resume
own.” Don’t expect little ones to truly
giving back, but also connect with others
or college application — can visit
get the concept of giving back — just let
who share their struggles or interests.
volunteermatch.org to connect with
platform everydayhero.com. Volunteering helps teach tots interpersonal skills including communication, empathy and respect for
in nursing homes or to deliver Meals on Wheels. “Their presence makes the experience really beautiful, brightening the faces of the sad and lonely who live either away from home or on their
nonprofits based on their skills and
them enjoy the act of helping others. “The earlier you begin volunteering and fostering your skills, the better.”
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Malia Jacobson is an award-winning health and parenting journalist and mom of three.
experiences. They can also search carolinaparent.com for “volunteer.”
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. Training Wheels NC. RR . . .Santa . Museum Holiday Trains . . . Dec. 6, 7, 13.& 14. for New Phone Users . . . . . . . 9:30a.m. | 11a.m. | 12:30p.m. | 2p.m. | 3:30p.m. . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . The NHVRy makes Christmas holidays special. Frosty the Snowman will greet kids of all ages in the decorated rail yard. Aboard the train, Santa will talk to each child and pose for photos while his elf hands out candy canes. triangletrain.com
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f your child is one of the lucky kids who will be getting a new cellphone or smartphone during the holidays, now is the time to think about rules that should go along with it. Having a phone is a privilege and, like all privileges, this comes with responsibilities. Family contracts that outline those responsibilities are available from several reliable sources including Connect Safely, teensafe.com and Sprint. Even if you don’t feel the need to sign a formal contract with your child, these documents cover important talking points. Being clear about expectations is step one, but many children also benefit from a little extra structure. Fortunately, parents have access to a wide range of technical tools that will help children remember and respect their rules. This checklist provides an overview of available cellphone and smartphone protections. n Curb phone calls. For very young children, it’s often a good idea to establish an approved list of phone numbers so your child can make and receive calls only from those people. For older kids, you may still want software that shows traffic on the phone. Remember: Specific numbers can always be blocked if your child is being harassed or unduly influenced by peers or strangers.
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Control texts. Depending on your family’s plan and your child’s selfcontrol, you may want controls that limit the number of texts your child can send and/or receive. Some controls also allow parents to monitor texts for risky content. There’s even an Android app,
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Ignore No More, that lets you lock the phone if you don’t get a prompt response to your text messages. Monitor websites. A smartphone allows a child unrestricted access to the Internet, so consider filters that block pornography, gambling and other mature content.
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Supervise social media. A cellphone or smartphone makes it all too easy to share impulsive messages, photos and videos. You can arrange to be notified whenever your child posts or is tagged on social media. Or, you can set up controls that alert you only if your child uses unacceptable language, is involved in bullying or exchanges inappropriate photos. Manage time. If the phone seems to be taking over your child’s life, most carriers offer a timer that will allow you to establish intervals when the phone simply doesn’t work because your child should be sleeping or paying attention in class. Track location. If your child struggles to keep track of personal items, you may want to download an app that will locate the phone if it’s lost. Some parents also use GPS to confirm that kids are where they are supposed to be. Limit downloads. Kids with smartphones will want to explore the wonderful world of apps. Some simply aren’t suitable for children. Some cost money that will show up on your phone bill. Some introduce malware onto the host phone. If you have any doubts about your child’s judgment, look for software that will alert you when your child tries to download a ringtone, game or social media app.
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Disable while driving. If your child is old enough to drive, consider using a feature that disables the phone whenever it’s moving at the speed of a car.
Most families find they can protect their children adequately with services provided by phone companies, supplemented perhaps by free apps like MamaBear. If you decide to invest in more comprehensive software, detailed reviews of 10 options are available at cell-phone-parentalcontrol-software-review.toptenreviews.com. Carolyn Jabs raised three computer savvy kids, including one with special needs. She is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. Visit growing-up-online.com to read more of her columns. carolinaparent.com
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Talking About the
UNSPEAKABLE When Children Hear Horror Stories on the News
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primary reason for family time is to build a sense of confidence in children about their family’s stability and
safety. This becomes very important when young children are exposed to disturbing monstrosities they may hear about in the news or at school. At such times, parents must take special care to help their children trust that family togetherness is something they can count on forever.
Whether it’s an overheard sound bite from TV or gossip at school, children often catch wind of news events before they are developmentally and emotionally ready to understand them. Media this day and age leaves little room for escape. The painful truth is that a child’s confidence in family togetherness can be shaken in the blink of an eye when he or she hears about a parent abandoning or ending the life of his or her own child. While parents may hope their child didn’t really understand or take what they heard seriously, more often than not they do hear, but are too confused or afraid to ask about it. When children do ask about such stories, parents
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are faced with questions that cannot — and should not — go unanswered. As a general rule, children are best helped by honesty, in measured ways that are appropriate for their age and emotional development. Unaddressed questions and worries do not go away simply because they are not talked about. In fact, when not discussed, these questions have the potential to become even more worrisome in a child’s mind.
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Create a Safe World for Children Very young children benefit from the comfort of the idea that the world is a generally safe place and that their parents provide them with a magical protection from dangers that do exist. For this reason, a parent’s first job is to proactively prevent their young children from seeing or hearing disturbing news. If a child does hear something, parents should ask their child if he or she heard something that was confusing — even if a question is not forthcoming — and offer a simple explanation. In the case of a story that involves extreme harm to a child or children, explaining that the parent who committed the act had a sickness, and that such a thing would never happen in the child’s own family, is necessary. If a child pushes the topic, offer additional reassurance that if someone in the family did become sick in that way, the family would seek help and take that person to a doctor. Older children should hear the same type of explanation from their parents, but should also be encouraged to express their own thoughts. For this age group, one discussion is usually not enough to work out worries and concerns, but children are often reluctant to initiate conversations about such uncomfortable topics. Parents can remind their child of the conversation from time to time and ask if he or she has anything more to discuss. Children derive their sense of safety from reading their parents. When horrible things happen, parents should convey, in a genuine way, that they find this very sad, but at the same time project a calm and confident air that their family is healthy and strong. By being supportive and honest with children in this way, parents become an important and valuable resource when their children need stability and security most. Learn more about how you can help your child comprehend difficult news at lucydanielscenter.org/page/ coping-with-catastrophes.
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The BetterDoctor.com Health Opportunity Index has ranked Raleigh sixth in the U.S. for doctor
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shortages in primary care.
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Greensboro ranked even higher,
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A study of 5,147 fifth-grade students conducted by The University of Texas Health
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recent government data to calcu-
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late the average number of local
Depressive symptoms were described as a lack of pleasure, lack of interest in
residents per primary care doctor
activities, concentration difficulties, low energy, low self-worth and suicidal ideation over
in cities across the U.S. Here are the
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community centers. They might be friends, family or
complete strangers. But people who care are everywhere,
and their good works infectiously spread to not only the object of their efforts, but to all others whose lives they touch. Here are seven stories of Triangle residents making life better for people — and animals — near and far.
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Scarlett Stowe had never traveled outside the U.S. and didn’t even have a passport, but she agreed to join a nine-day medical mission trip to Honduras in 2008. The 43-year-old wife, mother of three and full-time senior medical information scientist at GlaxoSmithKline just knew the time was right for her to give back. “The trip absolutely changed my life,” Stowe says, adding that she has grown emotionally and spiritually from her volunteer work. She hopes her experiences will help her raise her children to be compassionate, caring and giving. Stowe joined her second medical relief effort after the devastating 2010 earthquake hit Haiti. Her team worked 18-hour days and saw thousands of
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patients. Without computers, pill bottles or labels, Stowe filled prescriptions in plastic bags and met with each patient, assisted by a Creole translator, to explain the dosage. She has since returned to Haiti to offer medical care and distribute shoes to residents of the capital city. This trip was supported by Sandalsaint, a nonprofit organization that provides shoes to Haitian residents. Stowe says she has found a way to make a difference for others and feels this work pays her back many times over. “The people were so grateful, and the poverty and need was so overwhelming, that it was so rewarding to me to be there helping others,” Stowe says. “I just hope I can keep my humble spirit and pass it along to my kids.”
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Durham Couple Make Christmas Magic for Local Families
Richard Low won’t take credit for the success of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church’s Share Your Christmas program in Durham. But the man who has been at the helm of this project for 12 years will concede that he has helped streamline the process. Aldersgate United Methodist Church supports the Volunteer Center of Durham’s Share Your Christmas program by buying food and gifts for 30 disadvantaged families. When the packages are wrapped and delivered, more than 100 children and adults will have been able to enjoy Christmas, thanks to the generosity of the Aldersgate congregation. Founder and president of Topsail Technologies, a Durham-based company that builds web applications, Low took over the project and then found the
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amount of paperwork needed to track the names, addresses, donors and gifts was overwhelming. He saw the project as an outlet for him to use his business acumen to improve the process while giving back. Over the years, Low has slowly automated the process and hopes someday to present the center with an automated process as well. “This project plays into my natural tendencies that I use every day in my business,” he says. “It is something that I can do effectively. I see it as a bit of a hobby.” Low and his wife, Anne, began helping out in the early ’90s by delivering the gifts. Nearly 25 years later, the two say it is a team effort. Anne spends countless hours coordinating the volunteers, wrapping packages and preparing boxes for delivery. “It is so gratifying to know we are
Richard Low (pictured) and his wife, Anne, collect presents for Durham families in need. Photo courtesy of Richard Low
helping people locally,” Low says. Visit volunteercenter.org to learn more.
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Cary Army Veteran Gives Back to Military Community
When Andrew Ladner came up with the creed for the United States Veterans Corps, he did not have to think hard. “What a Few Can Do” has always been the driving force behind him and all the volunteers who go above and beyond in their support of those who serve our country. Ladner, executive director of the United States Veterans Corps, says there is no request he and his team of 300 volunteers cannot fill. “It’s very simple,” Ladner says. “We do what we say we will do, and we do it quickly.” The Cary-based organization’s accolades and awards — which include two U.S. Presidential Volunteer Service Awards and Best Community Service Event in the State for Operation: Coming Home 2009 and 2011, and eight Hero
Homes they have presented to North Carolina’s wounded warriors — prove that. Ninety percent of the work goes to support the United States Veterans Corps’ three primary operations: Toys for ‘Lil’ Troops, Rescue Me Across America and Operation: Coming Home. But the organization is about much more. Always on alert to deploy anywhere in the nation, the team has been called on for disaster relief ranging from hurricanes to snow storms, and to provide emergency food or housing for a military family in need. While Ladner is proud of the awards the organization has earned, he’s too busy looking ahead to the next project to celebrate these victories. “My parents raised me with the belief that community service is something I should do,” Ladner says. “It’s just the right thing.”
Andrew Ladner is the executive director of the United States Veterans Corps. Photo courtesy of Andrew Ladner
To find out how you can donate your time or money to the United States Veterans Corps, visit myusvc.com.
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Cary Teen Makes Community Service a Priority
Like most teenagers, Varsha Gopal stays busy with her school work and sports, but that is where the comparison ends. This sophomore at Green Hope High School in Cary spends nearly all her free time volunteering. Since she began volunteering in seventh grade, she has amassed more than 600 hours of volunteer time. “I don’t volunteer for the hours or for the credit; I volunteer because it makes me happy,” Gopal says. She has worked with all ages — from senior citizens at bingo events, to rising kindergarteners attending summer day camp. Gopal primarily volunteers through the Cary Teen Council, an organization established to empower teens with the core values of leadership, accountability and service. She serves as the council’s program director on the executive board and volunteers through the Chinmaya Mission-RDU.
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“I love it all so much,” Gopal says. “Volunteering just makes me feel so good about myself, and I hope to be able to continue to volunteer forever.” For more information about the Cary Teen Council, visit caryteencouncil.com.
Chapel Hill Mom Gives Back to Developing Countries
Chesca Colleredo-Mansfield grew up as the daughter of a diplomat in Africa, where she often encountered homeless citizens whose turned-in feet had callused into awkward lumps. Years later, the mom of three learned that clubfoot, a common birth defect that makes walking difficult and painful, could be treated cheaply and easily using a revolutionary method developed by Dr. Ignacio Ponseti at the University of Iowa in the 1950s. “Something clicked in my head and I decided that I needed to do something about this,” Colleredo-Mansfield says. “I was fortunate to connect with some dedicated parents who had children born with clubfoot in the U.S. who shared my desire to help children in developing countries. Together we created miraclefeet.” Five years later, miraclefeet has enrolled 6,700 children for Clubfoot treatment in Brazil, Mexico, Nicaragua,
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Gopal’s parents, Sowmya and Venkat Gopal, fully support their daughter and encourage her to use her time wisely. The teen says it can be a struggle to manage homework, tennis, symphony and volunteering, but she can think of nothing else she would rather do than “give back to the community that has done so much” for her. Recently Gopal was selected as one of 18 students from the U.S. to travel to India for two weeks in December for a service visit as part of CORD USA, an organization committed to improving the economy and quality of life for those less fortunate in America, India and Sri Lanka. Gopal will help build basic sanitation and housing facilities in a depressed, rural area of the country. She says she is honored to have this opportunity, but knows the work will be hard and more vigorous than anything else she has done.
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Ecuador, India, Liberia, Tanzania, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, South Africa and the Philippines. “These children will now be able to run, walk and play instead of living with the shame and poverty normally associated with being disabled in a country like Tanzania or Nicaragua,” Colleredo-Mansfield says. Using the Ponseti method, infants who have clubfoot wear a series of full-leg casts to gradually turn out their feet. Casts are changed weekly for three to eight weeks. Before putting on the final cast, which is worn for three weeks, doctors make a small incision to the child’s Achilles tendon. Then, the child wears a special set of boots connected by a bar for a few years while sleeping to keep feet in the right position. “While the sacrifices that my husband and our children have made to allow me to do this are significant, I believe that I am
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Chesca Colleredo-Mansfield (pictured at right) founded miraclefeet. Photo courtesy of Chesca Colleredo-Mansfield a better parent and a happier person,” says Colleredo-Mansfield, who has worked in fields ranging from investment banking to academia. “I want my kids to understand that happiness comes from doing work that matters deep inside, and not from money or prestige.” Learn how you can help at miraclefeet.org.
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It is hard for Jeanette Stephenson of Raleigh to remember a time when she wasn’t involved in volunteer work. Since she was a child, her parents instilled in her the importance of giving back to her community. She, in turn, has passed on that same conviction on to her daughter who volunteers in her UNC-Wilmington campus community. Now retired, Stephenson puts her administrative and organizational skills to good use by volunteering to manage much of the office tasks at the Kramden Institute in Durham.
Jeanette Stephenson helps assign refurbished computers to students who don’t have a computer at home. Photo courtesy of Jeanette Stephenson
The Kramden Institute awards refurbished computers to North Carolina students who cannot afford them. Since January 2007, Jeanette has worked behind the scenes maintaining records, handling inquiries and creating award letters to free up others who concentrate on technical issues. Over the years, the Kramden Institute has awarded more than 15,000 computers to students. “Jeanette’s dedication allows Kramden to make a huge impact in the community while keeping a small staff,” says Cari DelMariani, director of events and education at the Kramden Institute.
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Hillsborough Teen Rescues Chilean Street Dog
It’s a story of love that conquers myriad obstacles, traveling across continents, past language and cultural barriers, and even species. When 16-year-old Andie McKinnon of Hillsborough laid eyes on a black lab mix in South America, something melted inside her, and the feeling was mutual. While visiting Chile in July as an exchange student, McKinnon was walking her host family’s dog in a park close to the family’s apartment in Antofagasta when she came across two sleeping dogs. They seemed to belong to no one, so she went home and returned with some rolls, only to discover there were actually four street dogs. One, in particular, connected with her. After she fed the dogs, all of the canines returned to sleep together, except one she began to call Blue. McKinnon’s mother, Cory Johnston, asked her if she was willing to put in the effort to adopt and bring Blue
home to North Carolina. McKinnon started “Operation Blue,” a gofundme. com account to bring Blue here, and to raise money for Francisco Rivas’ rescue effort, which helps feed, spay and neuter street dogs in Chile. Three months later, with the help of countless strangers in Chile and America, Blue is sleeping in McKinnon’s bed and following her around her home. She plans to keep raising funds for Rivas’ dog rescue shelter and to keep promoting the plight of street dogs. The impossible has come true for two friends who are now together forever. Love was the inspiration from the moment they first met. “We grew such a strong bond,” McKinnon recalls. “He would follow me home every day and he would wait outside the gate ... and he would look at me with the world in his eyes and I knew he would follow me anywhere. So knowing that, I don’t see how you couldn’t do everything
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grateful to be selected, and a computer in the house means that parents can also use it to help in their job search,” she says. “Kramden is a great organization, and I plan to volunteer here as long as I live in the area.” To find out how you can help the Kramden Institute, visit kramden.org.
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Andie McKinnon spends time with Blue, a Chilian street dog she rescued. Photo courtesy of Andie McKinnon in your power to try to make sure he has the best life with you.” Nancy Meredith is a blogger and freelance writer with 20-plus year of experience in the information technology industry. She lives in Wake Forest with her husband and their mini-dachshund, Scooter.
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After we had eaten, we would play under the adult table and the grownups would have to guess which one of us was there at their feet.
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Life Lessons at the Thanksgiving Table On Thanksgiving, we visited both sets of grandparents, who lived in town. All my grandparents came from Greece, so we had a Greek influence on our meal, but they embraced living in America and wanted to celebrate Thanksgiving. One grandfather cooked the turkey, always carving it in the kitchen. So the grandchildren would hang around him, and he would sneak turkey to us like little puppies. My grandmothers always let us help set the table and fill the water glasses. And it didn’t matter if we did it wrong. They would tell us how to do it correctly, but if the fork or knife were not in the right place, they would never fix it. I remember them not being critical, which I try very hard to do with my own grandchildren. At the kids’ table, my grandmother always made sure we had our own serving bowls. They made us feel very special.
In my hometown in western North Carolina, it was usually cold by Thanksgiving, but in 1956 it was unseasonably warm. And this year Aunt Corrie was home, the only one of Grandmother’s 10 children who had moved further away than walking distance of the old homeplace. So we took Thanksgiving outdoors. Table after table of fried chicken, green beans, deviled eggs, coconut cake and so on under the oak trees still fighting to hold on to the last brown and yellow leaves. I stood in the sandbox, at age 7, still small enough for that kind of joyful play, and I looked at all the uncles and aunts, all of the score and more of first cousins, and Grandmother. She stretched out her hand, pointing to the barnyard that was crowded with chickens around the pig pen, the small barn, the corncrib and the old outhouse next to the 1-acre garden. She spoke: “All I need is a little bit of land and I can feed my family.” And boy did we “feed” on that warm Thanksgiving Day. Drew Bridges is the owner of The Storytellers Book Store of Wake Forest
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I remember my father telling of his experience working in the engine room of a Merchant Marine ship during World War II as it moved ever so slowly through mine-infested waters, and how he listened to the “tink tink tink” of the mines gently bumping against the hull of the ship as he wondered if one would explode. My grandmother told of how she saved the life of a neighbor’s child by serving as a wet nurse when the child’s mother could not produce milk and there were no other resources to call upon. There were also scary stories and funny ones, many of which could not be believed. Family stories helped me understand where I came from, where I was going and what I might become. It is now my joy to give this gift to my grandchildren. Alan Hoal grew up in Roanoke, Virginia, among the Blue Ridge Mountains. He is a professional speaker, consultant and storyteller who lives in Cary with his wife, Carol. They have four grandchildren, and he looks forward to sharing family stories with the next generation. Learn more about him at thehoalstory.com.
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A Working Family Farm I grew up on a small farm in Franklin County, just east of Louisburg, and as far as memories of Thanksgiving, I don’t have anything much to say, because when we had a holiday out of school in the fall of the year, we always had to work. A day or two out of school, my two brothers and father, we would harvest corn and grain to feed the livestocks through the coming winter and springtime. And it’s not a big deal, but that was what any farm family had to do in that particular time. We had a good life, but it was a simple way of living, but my two brothers and I had to do our part. As far as the Thanksgiving meal was concerned, I don’t ever remember us having turkey. My mother — she was a great cook — would cook baked chicken and dressing for the meal. At Thanksgiving, it was my two brothers, my dad and mom. And after my wife and I got married, she started cooking turkey and dressing and a Thanksgiving feast for the kids, and they still come and eat with us today.
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Great-Grandmother Topsy’s Secret Great-Grandmother Topsy was all brown skin and bones in a cotton dress. Her long silver hair sparkled in an intricate braid that coiled around her head like a crown. She sat in the big chair in the living room and commanded the kitchen like a general. She knew how to make the gravy just right, when to baste the turkey and the secret to the family recipe for banana pudding. “Grandma Topsy?” I remember asking. “How come you know so much about cooking?” “Because of my wisdom locks.” She told me, pointing to her silver crown. “Will I ever have wisdom locks?” I asked. “Yes, little one, but you have to wait. Wisdom takes time,” she answered. My great-grandmother, as always, Photo of Greatwas right. Many years have passed and Grandmother Topsy. every year at Thanksgiving I notice that Photo courtesy of Donna Washington I have a few more wisdom locks. Donna Washington has been a professional storyteller for 27 years. She is also a published author and award-winning spoken word recording artist. She lives in Durham with her husband, David, who is also her manager, their son, Devin, their daughter, Darith, and their cats Love Bug and Flash. Visit her at donnawashington.com.
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course, stuffed with kasha! But the holiday I will never forget was 1945 when our soldiers were returning home from the war. A few days before Thanksgiving, my mother was in New York City shopping in S. Klein on the Square, a mecca for fashion and great prices. A radio personality was doing interviews with random persons on the street. The question was, “Who would you invite to your Thanksgiving table?’ Three out of the four said, “A soldier returning from the war.” Not my mother. She answered, “My family doctor because he is always there when we need him.” I was thrilled to hear her voice on the radio — and her unique answer.
Odile Fredericks is Carolina Parent’s web editor, and each year she looks forward to a large Thanksgiving family reunion and stories shared around the table.
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Sparkle Across the Triangle By Janice Lewine
elebrate the warmth and charm of the holiday season with your family at these events being held across the Triangle. Mark your calendar now for parades, holiday
light shows, carriage rides, Santa visits and more, listed alphabetically by town. Be sure to check with the event’s sponsors before heading out, since plans can change based on weather or other unexpected conditions.
Sleigh rides and a tree-lighting ceremony
tree decorated with handcrafted ornaments.
highlight the annual Christmas on Salem
townofcary.org; 919-469-4061.
Street event in downtown Apex Dec. 5. Visit
Hear carolers at the Page-Walker Arts and History Center, Dec. 6 in Cary. Photo courtesy of the Town of Cary
The Cary Jaycees host the 2014 Cary Christmas
begins at 10 a.m. on E. Franklin Street in down-
Parade Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. See the website for
town Chapel Hill and ends at noon on Main
fast for families Dec. 6, 7-10 a.m. The town’s
the parade route. caryjaycees.org/cary-jaycees-
Street in Carrboro. downtownchapelhill.com
Christmas parade is at 5 p.m. apexrotary.org.
christmas-parade; 919-672-1820.
and chapelhillholidayparade.com.
apexdowntown.com/events.php for times. The Salem Street firehouse serves a pancake break-
Families can have their pictures taken at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Dec. 7 in front of the Christmas tree at the Halle Cultural Arts Center.
Cary’s 20th Annual Kwanzaa celebration, sponsored by the Town of Cary and The Ujima
The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill offers the Twelve Days of Christmas event series Dec. 1-24,
Group, is Dec. 30 at 5 p.m. at the Cary Arts
which includes a gingerbread village display,
Benson’s Christmas on Main event is Dec. 5.
Center. Ponder the Nguzu Saba — seven
opportunities to eat breakfast with Santa on
Live entertainment begins at 6 p.m. at Benton
powerful principals derived from African
select days, cookie decorating events and more.
Square and the town lights its tree at 6:40 p.m.
heritage. townofcary.org; 919-460-4963.
carolinainn.com.
Benson’s holiday parade begins at 6:45 p.m. Santa visits after the parade. benson-chamber.com; 919-894-3825.
Main Street in Clayton is transformed into a
Waverly Place in Cary hosts a winter won-
holiday wonderland with live music, a tree-
derland and tree lighting celebration Nov. 21, 6-8:30 p.m. Visit with Santa and his elves and
lighting ceremony and live nativity Dec. 4,
Downtown Cary’s Ole Time Winter Festival
enjoy face painting and ornament making. The
6-8:30 p.m. The town’s annual Christmas
Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., features live entertain-
tree-lighting event takes place at 7 p.m. on the
parade on Main Street is Dec. 13 at 3 p.m.
ment, arts and crafts, food and a visit from
promenade stage. waverlycary.com.
downtownclayton.org; 919-553-6352.
Santa. Families can experience old-fashioned holiday fun and horse-drawn carriage rides at the Page-Walker Arts and History Center, a
Children can have their pictures taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Memorial Garden at
Durham ushers in the holiday season with a Fun Fest Dec. 6, 1-5 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park
historic 1868 hotel in the heart of Cary, 4-6 p.m.
University Baptist Church in downtown Chapel
featuring live entertainment, face painting,
The town’s tree-lighting ceremony takes place
Hill when the town hosts its tree-lighting
arts and crafts, sledding and a visit with Santa.
at 6 p.m. at the Town Hall Campus. See live per-
ceremony Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. Themed floats,
Durham’s Kwanzaa celebration is Dec. 30,
formances and the unveiling of a community
marching bands and Santa highlight the Chapel
6-8 p.m., at the Holton Career and Resource
Hill-Carrboro holiday parade Dec. 13, which
Center. durhamnc.gov; 919-560-4355.
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Usher in the holiday season with Christmas
The Parkwood community in Durham wel-
Holly Springs’ annual Main Street Christmas
cookies, a visit with St. Nick and living historians
comes families to its holiday parade on Seaton
takes place Dec. 12, 6-8 p.m. The event includes
who demonstrate cooking and gift wrapping
Road Dec. 6, 2-5 p.m. The rain date is Dec. 13.
hayrides, caroling and live entertainment.
during the Civil War at Bennett Place State
parkwoodnc.org; 919-544-2161.
Mrs. Claus reads stories and Santa visits with
Historic Site in Durham Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
children at Town Hall until 7:30 p.m. The night Families in Fuquay-Varina can enjoy free sleigh
concludes with the town’s tree-lighting
rides in the downtown district and a tree-light-
ceremony at 8 p.m. at the Cultural Center.
Duke Homestead in Durham hosts a Christmas
ing ceremony Dec. 4, 6-8 p.m. Bring a canned
Holly Springs’ Happy Holly Days Parade on
by Candlelight event Dec. 5 and 12, 7-9 p.m.
food item, which serves as a ticket for the sleigh
Main Street begins at 11 a.m. Dec. 13.
where families can enjoy caroling, tours of the
ride, to benefit the Fuquay-Varina Emergency
hollyspringsnc.us; 919-557-3930.
homestead and hot cider. Tickets are $6 for
Food Pantry. The town’s annual Christmas pa-
adults and $3 for ages 10 and younger at the
rade is Dec. 7 at 3 p.m. on Main Street. fuquay-
visitor center. Meet Santa, make traditional
varinadowntown.com and fuquay-varina.org.
nchistoricsites.org/bennett; 919-383-4345.
crafts and gather for storytelling at the
Kids can visit with Mrs. Claus and take a ride on a train when Knightdale ushers in the holidays at Knightdale Station Park Amphitheater on
A tree-lighting ceremony kicks off Garner’s
First Avenue Dec. 5, 6-8 p.m. Santa visits at the
Light Up Main event, Dec. 5, 6-8 p.m. Local
end of the evening. Knightdale’s Christmas
older at the visitor center. dukehomestead.org;
entertainment, food, and arts and crafts round
parade takes place Dec. 6 at 2 p.m.
919-477-5498.
out the fun. Garner’s Christmas parade on
knightdalenc.gov; 919-217-2236.
homestead’s Victorian Family Christmas Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m. Tickets are $2 for ages 7 and
Main Street takes place Dec. 6 at 2 p.m.
Historic Stagville in Durham hosts its annual Christmas in the Big House, Christmas in the
Carriage rides, strolling carolers, a tree-lighting
garnerparks.org; 919-661-4602.
ceremony, marshmallow roasts, kids activities
Hillsborough turns on the holiday charm with
and St. Nicholas highlight downtown Mebane’s
of the plantation, crafts and a storytime for kids.
a parade Dec. 6 at 5 p.m. that begins on Corbin
Hometown Holiday Celebration Nov. 22,
stagville.org/events; 919-620-0120.
Street and ends at E. Margaret Lane. The town
10 a.m.-8 p.m. The town’s Christmas parade is
lights its tree and hosts activities for all ages
Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. downtownmebane.com.
Quarters event Dec. 6, noon-4 p.m. Enjoy tours
that evening at 8 p.m. on the old courthouse lawn at Churton and King streets. continued on page 36
hillsboroughchamber.com; 919-732-8156.
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Residents enjoy the Town of Wake Forest’s annual holiday parade.
Photo courtesy of the Town of Wake Forest
Visit Bennett Place in Durham and discover how Christmas was celebrated during the Civil War. Photo courtesy of the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources
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Holiday Festivities
Hop aboard the Raleigh Trolley to help
The Lighting of Wake Forest Dec. 5, 6-8 p.m.,
continued from page 35
Holly the Elf track down Santa in time for
includes horse and carriage rides, pictures with
Christmas. Tours run Dec. 19, 5-8:45 p.m., and
Santa, performances by local groups and the
Morrisville hosts a Winterfest parade on Town
Dec. 20, 5-8 p.m. Tickets are $10/person. Call
lighting of the town’s Christmas tree at Town
Hall Drive Dec. 6 at 11 a.m., followed by a holi-
919-857-4364 for tickets.
Hall on South Brooks Street. School and dance
day craft fair at Cedar Fork Community Center,
Pullen Park in Raleigh is transformed into a
group performances, carriage rides and fun
noon-2 p.m. Local vendors, food trucks and a
winter wonderland Dec. 4-7 and Dec. 11-14 from
activities for families highlight the Downtown
visit with Santa round out the fun.
4-9 p.m. Enjoy holiday lights and displays, a
Merchants Association’s Holiday Open House
townofmorrisville.org; 919-463-7102.
train ride, a carousel ride, crafts and a visit with
Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The town’s holiday parade
Santa. Visit reclink.raleighnc.gov to purchase
takes place Dec. 13, 1-3 p.m., in downtown Wake
tickets, $8/person.
Forest. wakeforestnc.gov; 919-435-9415.
Magical Winter Lights at Park West Village in Morrisville Dec. 12-21 features nightly shows
every 15 minutes from 6-8 p.m., free train rides,
The N.C. Symphony entertains with carols, a
carolers, real falling snow and storytime with
sing-along and a visit from St. Nick Nov. 28 at
Santa on select nights. parkwestvillage.net.
Bundle up to ride with Santa in open cars along
Hill Ridge Farms in Youngsville hosts a Festival of Lights Nov. 21-Dec. 27, 5-9 p.m.
7:30 p.m. and Nov. 29 at 3 p.m. at Meymandi
nightly. Take a covered wagon hayride through
Concert Hall in Raleigh. Purchase tickets,
the holiday lights, bonfires, a giant slide and
$54-$85, at ncsymphony.org.
music. S’mores and hot chocolate will be available for purchase. Admission is $10 for
8 miles of scenic railway in New Hill. New Hope
The Ipreo Raleigh Winterfest kick-off is Dec. 6,
ages 4 and older, free for ages 3 and younger.
3-10 p.m., in downtown Raleigh. The event fea-
Train rides are $3/person. hillridgefarms.com;
and 3:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchase is
tures ice skating and a tree-lighting ceremony.
919-556-1771.
recommended. See website for prices.
The ice-skating rink at Raleigh Winterfest opens
triangletrain.com; 919-362-5416.
Nov. 22. raleighwinterfest.com.
Valley Railway’s Santa Trains run Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m.
Santa takes a break from toy making and poses with children for free photos at Zebulon’s
Pittsboro’s Christmas parade is Dec. 7 at 3 p.m.
The North Carolina State Capitol Christmas
Municipal Town Complex, Dec. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
pittsboronc.gov; 919-542-4621.
Tree-Lighting and Holiday Festival takes place in
The town’s Christmas parade is Dec. 7 at 2 p.m.
Raleigh Dec. 11, 5-7:30 p.m. The Governor
townofzebulon.org and zebulonchamber.org.
The 68th Annual WRAL Raleigh Christmas
and First Lady will light the tree at 5:30 p.m.
Parade is Nov. 22 at 9:40 a.m. in downtown
Afterward, families can enjoy holiday activities
Raleigh. The parade begins at the corner of
on Union Square and Bicentennial Plaza.
visit our Things to Do and Family Fun pages at
nchistoricsites.org/capitol; 919-733-4994.
carolinaparent.com.
Hillsborough and St. Mary’s streets and features
holiday-themed floats, marching bands, classic cars and large helium balloons. grma.org.
Selma’s Christmas Parade is Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. selma-nc.com.
Joel Lane Museum House in Raleigh welcomes families to its Colonial Christmas Open House Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Kids can play holiday
Smithfield gets festive with a tree-lighting ceremony Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at the corner of
games, make crafts and watch costumed
Third and Market streets. Santa will make an
re-enactors demonstrate scenes of 18 -century
appearance and families can decorate cookies.
life. joellane.org; 919-833-3431.
The town celebrates the season’s arrival with a
th
Christmas parade on Market Street Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. smithfield-nc.com.
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For more family fun in and around the Triangle,
Janice Lewine is the associate editor at Carolina Parent.
Casa Club Town of Cary
Reading Solutions
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Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! Returns to Raleigh
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Celebrate the adventures of DJ Lance Rock and five colorful characters when Yo Gabba Gabba! takes the stage at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium Nov. 8 at 2 and 5 p.m. Based on the popular TV show, Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! Music Is Awesome! features fan favorite Leslie Hall and hip-hop legend Biz Markie, who will teach kids how to beat box with “Biz’s Beat of the Day.” Enjoy the veggie friendly “Party in My Tummy,” as well as collaborations and medleys that are sure to get music lovers of all ages singing and dancing. Purchase tickets, $32-$54, at ticketmaster.com.
Explore North Carolina’s Indian Culture Musicians, dancers, artists, storytellers and authors from North Carolina’s eight state-recognized tribes will gather for the 19th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 22, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., at the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh. Enjoy craft demonstrations, traditional dancing and American Indian foods. Kids can weave a ribbon-work bookmark, go on a scavenger hunt, play a game of traditional chunkey or corncob darts, and learn a few words in the Cherokee language. A celebration highlight, the Call to Grand Entry, occurs at noon. Each tribe, dressed in brilliantly colored regalia, will process onto Bicentennial Plaza for the roll call of tribes and organizations. Admission is free. ncmoh-programs.com. Photos courtesy of the N.C. Museum of History
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One Tribe Fest Showcases Holistic Wellness and Artisans Explore the body, mind and spirit at One Tribe Fest Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., at the James Holshouser Building at the N.C. State Fairgrounds. The community expo features natural products, sustainability workshops, live performances and local craftsmen. Kids’ activities include an outdoor art center, face painting, a drum group and fencing sword school. Admission is $5 for adults and free for ages 12 and younger. facebook.com/onetribefest2014.
Skate With the Canes Carolina Hurricanes fans can interact with each member of the team at the 17th Annual Skate with the Canes Nov. 24, 6:30-9 p.m., at PNC Arena in Raleigh. Enjoy an autograph session, a photo opportunity in the Hurricanes’ locker room and a skating session on the ice in a fundraising event to benefit the Kids ‘N Community Foundation. Tickets are $75 each and can be purchased online at ticketmaster.com or at the PNC Arena box office. Children 13 years and younger
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must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and attendees should bring their own camera for the photo session. Learn more at hurricanes.nhl.com.
Start a Family Tradition at the Gobbler’s Run
and pets are welcome. Fees are $20-$30 for ages 6 and older and
Before you feast on turkey and stuffing, spend Thanksgiving morning
free for ages 5 and younger. Proceeds from Gobbler’s Run benefit the
with the family engaging in a healthy activity. The Ninth Annual Gob-
Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club. Last year’s race attracted more than
bler’s Run takes place Nov. 27 at 8 a.m. in Wake Forest. Enjoy a 5k race
2,300 participants and raised $35,000 for the club. Register online at
or a 3.1-mile loop stroll through the historic section of town. Strollers
gobblersrun.com.
Photo courtesy of Gobblersrun.com
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1 SATURDAY Fall Craft Fair at Western Wake Farmers’ Market. Shop for seasonal produce and fall crafts. Free. 8 a.m.noon. Western Wake Farmers Market, 1225 Morrisville Carpenter Rd., Morrisville. westernwakefarmers market.org. Family Fun Saturday: Strike a Pose! Enjoy art making, dance performances and family tours. Ages 5-11 with family. Registration required. Free. 1-4 p.m. N.C. Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. 919-715-5923. ncartmuseum.org/calendar. Nativity Felt Ornaments. Learn simple embroidery skills while making an ornament for a nativity scene. Ages 13 and older. Register online. $30 plus $8 materials fee. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Wake Forest Renaissance Center, 405 Brooks St., Wake Forest. 919-435-9566. wakeforestnc.gov. Nature Nuts: Owls. Go nutty for nature as children satisfy some of their curiosity about the world around them and parents share in the joy of discovery. Ages 3-5 with parent. Registration required. $10/resident, $13/nonresident. 10-11 a.m. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org. Paws4ever Walkathon and Fall Festival. Enjoy a half-mile trail run, food truck rodeo, face painting, prizes, a bounce house, vendors and more. Dogs welcome. Register online. $30 adults, $15 ages 12 and younger. General admission to the festival is $5. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Animal Protection Society of Orange County, 6311 Nicks Rd., Mebane. paws4ever.org. Project Feeder Watch. Learn how you can participate in the Project Feeder Watch, a winter-long survey of birds that visit feeders at backyards, nature centers, community areas and other
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locales in North America. Registration required. Free. 9-11 a.m. Lake Crabtree County Park, 1400 Aviation Pkwy., Morrisville. 919-460-3355. wakegov. com/parks/lakecrabtree. Tales and Trails: Stories Around the Campfire. Enjoy stories outdoors as the sun sets. All ages. Registration required. $20/resident, $28/nonresident. 5:30-7 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/ Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org. Tarheel Tale Tellers Perform. Tarheel Tale Tellers perform high-energy adaptations of contemporary children’s illustrated books. $5 ages 1-adult. 11 a.m., 2 p.m. Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh. 919-8344040. marbleskidsmuseum.org.
Sweet Peas: Animal Tails. Parent and child discover nature and enjoy stories, plant and animal encounters, minihikes, crafts and puppets. Ages 3-4. Registration required. $8/member, $10/nonmember. 10-11 a.m. N.C. Botanical Garden, 100 Old Mason Farm Rd., Chapel Hill. 919-962-0522. ncbg. unc.edu. Time for Tots: Early American Indian Life. Learn about the lives of North Carolina’s first inhabitants by handling objects, listening to stories and making a paper turtle rattle to take home. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required. $1/member, $3/nonmember. 10-11 a.m. N.C. Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919-807-7992. ncmuseumofhistory.org.
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Eco-Explorers: Night Nature. Children build observation skills in hands-on explorations of nature and ecology. Ages 7-10. Registration required. $12/ resident, $16/nonresident. 4-6 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-3875980. townofcary.org.
History Hunters: New North Carolinians. Learn reasons why people move to North Carolina. Ages 10-13. Registration required. $1/member, $3/nonmember. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. N.C. Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919807-7992. ncmuseumofhistory.org. Jump for the Children Horse Show. See Nov. 4. Storytime for Tots: Possum’s Harvest Moon. Read the story, enjoy an activity and make a craft. Ages 2-5. Registration required. $4/child. 1-2 p.m. Lake Crabtree County Park, 1400 Aviation Pkwy., Morrisville. 919-460-2723. wakegov.com/parks/ lakecrabtree. Wee Walkers: Where’s Wildlife? Children discover the shapes, textures, sounds and smells of nature. Ages 1 and older with parent. Registration required. $8/resident, $10/nonresident. 10-11 a.m. Stevens Nature Center/ Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org.
3 MONDAY Nature Nuts: Owls. See Nov. 1.
4 TUESDAY Curious Creatures: Woodpeckers. Discover wildlife through hikes, activities and crafts. Ages 5-8. Registration required. $12/resident, $16/ nonresident. 10 a.m.-noon. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org. Jump for the Children Horse Show. Watch Olympic-style horse jumping. Free. Visit the website for a schedule of events. Gov. James B. Hunt Jr. Horse Complex, 4601 Trinity Rd., Raleigh. jumpforthechildren.org.
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6 THURSDAY Jump for the Children Horse Show. See Nov. 4. Meditation for Tweens and Teens. Dr. Karen Bluth of UNC-Chapel Hill will lead middle and high school students in meditation and yoga exercises to improve attention and focus, and relieve stress. Take a yoga mat or beach towel. Grades 6 and older. Email linda.winkler@wakegov. com or 919-387-2120 to register. Free. 7-8 p.m. Eva Perry Regional Library, 2100 Shepherd’s Vineyard Dr., Apex,. 919-387-2120. wakegov.com/libraries/ events. Wee Walkers: Where’s Wildlife? See Nov. 5.
7 FRIDAY Afternoon Adventure. Explore the gardens while searching for five trivia questions. Pick up a map at the visitors center. $1/family. 2-4 p.m. J.C. Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh. 919-513-7011. jcra.ncsu.edu. Fall Discovery Hike. Hike part of the Peninsula Trail to observe nature. Take a water bottle and sturdy walking shoes. All ages; children ages 8 and older may be dropped off. Meet at the Loblolly Shelter. Registration required. $5/family or $4/child ages 8 and older. 1-3 p.m. Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Dr., New Hill. 919-3874342. wakegov.com/parks/harrislake. Forest Friends: Owls and Woodpeckers. Read The Owl and the Woodpecker by Brian Wildsmith and take a hike to listen for woodpeckers and other wildlife. Ages 3-5 with adult. Meet at the Cypress Shelter. Registration required. $4/child. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Dr., New Hill. 919-387-4342. wakegov.com/parks/ harrislake. Jump for the Children Horse Show. See Nov. 4.
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Kids Fun-Days: Rocking Rocks. Children hike, make projects and engage in nature activities. Ages 5-8. Registration required. $12/resident, $16/nonresident. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-3875980. townofcary.org. Mom & Baby Workshop: Making Life Baby-Sized. Learn important foundations that are established in the first year of life. Explore slowing down to a baby’s pace, holding and being with baby, ways to support baby-paced milestone development and more. Ages birth-prewalking. Registration required. $25. 10-11:30 a.m. Turn-Key Studio, 5089 Hwy. 64, Pittsboro. consciousbaby.com. Nature Tots: Owls and Woodpeckers. Read The Owl and the Woodpecker by Brian Wildsmith and discuss these birds using pictures and toy birds. Ages 1-3 with adult. Meet at the
Cypress Shelter. Registration required. $2/child. 10:30-11 a.m. Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Dr., New Hill. 919-387-4342. wakegov. com/parks/harrislake.
8 SATURDAY Annual Durham Public Schools Magnet Fair. Explore magnet school programs to expand a child’s K-12 educational opportunities. Free. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Southern School of Energy and Sustainability, 800 Clayton Rd., Durham. magnet.dpsnc.net. Apex High School Marching Band Carnival. Enjoy live music, inflatables, flag spinning, a banana piano, a rock climbing wall, raffles, a silent auction, food and more. The carnival begins at 11 a.m. with a tribute to Veteran’s Day. All ages. Free for adults, $10 for ages 17 and younger. Family admission is $30. 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Apex High School, 1501 Laura
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Duncan Rd., Apex. 919-387-2208. apexbandcarnival.com. Deer Tracking. Search for deer signs, track deer and find their hiding places. Ages 6-9. Register online. $3. 3-5 p.m. Wilkerson Nature Preserve, 11408 Raven Ridge Rd., Raleigh. 919-9966764. raleighnc.gov. Family Rhythm Jam. Drumming and stories for ages 3 and older with a parent. Drums to loan. $10/family. 10-11 a.m. Music Explorium, 5314 Hwy. 55, Ste. 107, Durham. 919-2192371. music explorium.com. Jump for the Children Horse Show Grand Prix. Watch Olympic-style horse jumping. 7:30 p.m. Box office opens at 4 p.m. for the grand prix. $10 for adults, free for ages 9 and younger. Proceeds benefit Duke Children’s Hospital. Gov. James B. Hunt Jr. Horse Complex, 4601 Trinity Rd., Raleigh. jumpforthechildren.org. Kid Power Safety Workshop. Kids
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ages 3-6 develop safety skills when encountering strangers, set boundaries on touching and teasing, and learn ways to deal with bullying challenges. Registration required. $35/resident, $52.50/nonresident. 10 a.m.-noon. Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs. 919-5674000. hollyspringsnc.us. Make It, Take It: Bluegrass Banjo. See the lobby case exhibit “Carolina Bluegrass: Breakdowns and Revivals,” and make a toy banjo from three simple items. Drop-in program. Free. 1-3 p.m. N.C. Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919-807-7992. ncmuseumofhistory.org. Peak City Book Festival. Book lovers of all ages enjoy an indoor showcase featuring authors, kid-friendly activities and more. Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N. Salem St., Apex. thehalle.org. Sweet Peas: Animal Tails. See Nov. 4.
9 SUNDAY Curiosity Club: Spectacular Salamanders. Children embrace science and nature while developing skills and knowledge to satisfy their curiosity about the natural world. Ages 5-8. Registration required. $12/resident, $16/nonresident. 2-4 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org. Jump for the Children Horse Show. See Nov. 4. Junior Naturalist: Owl Prowl. Participants develop their naturalist skills and understanding of local nature. Ages 5-8 with parent. Registration required. $8/resident, $10/nonresident. 5-6 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/ Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org. Pop-Up Art Cart. Draw with wire to form three-dimensional portraits. All ages
with adult. Free. Noon-3 p.m. N.C. Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. 919-664-6850. ncartmuseum. org/calendar.
10 MONDAY Tummy Time Workshop: How to Make It Easy and Comfortable. Mother and baby ages birth-5 months learn about “tummy time” and its importance for optimal development in infants. Learn the common reasons for discomfort and how to avoid them. Expectant parents and birth professionals welcome. Email eliza@consciousbaby.com or call 919469-0519 to register. Registration required. $25. 10-11:30 a.m. Durham (call for location). 919-469-0519. conscious baby.com.
11 TUESDAY St. David’s School Veteran’s Day Celebration. St. David’s School
invites all veterans associated with the school or community to attend a Veteran’s Day celebration. Traditionally on the home field, the school honors those who have served our country with song and celebration. All ages. Registration required. Free. 1:30 p.m. St. David’s School main athletic fields, 3400 White Oak Rd., Raleigh. 910-782-3331. sdsw.org.
12 WEDNESDAY Canvas and Cupcakes, Thanksgiving Edition. Paint a canvas with an autumn tree or turkey. Supplies provided. Registration suggested. $12. 4-6 p.m. Bull City Craft, 2501 University Dr., Durham. 919-419-0800. bullcitycraft.com.
13 THURSDAY Autumn Cork Painting. Create a themed craft. Ages 3-5 with parent. Registration required. $2/resident,
$3/nonresident. 10-10:30 a.m. Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs. 919-567-4000. hollyspringsnc.us. Project Enlightenment Class: Using Discipline Techniques. Parents learn techniques for improving behavior in children ages birth-6. Register online. See website for fees. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Project Enlightenment, 501 S. Boylan St., Raleigh. 919-856-8186. projectenlightenment.wcpss.net. What’s in the Box: People. Discover a new adventure in a box. Ages 2-5 with caregiver. First-come, first-served. $3/nonmember, free for members. 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m. N.C. Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. 919-664-6850. ncartmuseum. org/calendar.
14 FRIDAY Durham Mocha Moms Support Group. Take part in a support group for
Morehead Planetarium
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•• • • • • • • • • • •• • • • • HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIRS • •• • •• • • Southwest Elementary School PTA’s Craftacular Craft and Vendor Fair
Nov. 15 – Enjoy holiday gift shopping, food trucks, a raffle and more. Free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Southwest Elementary School, 2320 Cook Rd., Durham. swepta.weebly.com/craft-fair. html.
Cedar Creek Gallery Holiday Open House Nov. 22-23 – Take the family for holiday treats, festive music and ornament shopping. Santa visits from noon-3 p.m. Free. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cedar Creek Gallery, 1150 Fleming Rd., Creedmoor. 919-528-1041. cedarcreekgallery.com.
Christmas Carousel Holiday Festival Nov. 28-30 – Shop for arts, crafts and holiday gifts from more than 250 vendors. $8 adults, $4 ages 6-12. Free for ages 5 and younger. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 28; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 29; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 30. Jim Graham Building, N.C. State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. christmascarousel.com.
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Crafts Show and Marketplace Knightdale Holiday Fair
Nov. 1 – Local vendors showcase holiday gifts for sale. Free. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Knightdale Recreation Center, 102 Lawson Ridge Rd., Knightdale. 919-217-2232. knightdalenc.gov.
St. Andrew the Apostle Holiday Craft Fair Nov. 1 – Shop for holiday craft items, clothing and more. Free. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, 3008 Old Raleigh Rd., Apex. saintandrew.org.
A Shopping SPREE! Presented by the Junior League of Raleigh Nov. 1-2 – Shop for jewelry and accessories, clothing for men, women and children, and home and holiday decor. $10 advance tickets, $12 at the door. Free for ages 12 and younger. 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 1; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 2. Raleigh Convention Center, 500 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh. ashoppingspree.org.
Visions of Sugarplums Holiday Art and Gift Show Nov. 6-8 – This annual Raleigh event features ornaments, gourmet foods and holiday and home decor. Free. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 6-7; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 8. Quail Hollow Swim Club, 800 Orleans Place, Raleigh. visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com.
Bethesda Christian Academy Shop Til You Drop Community Vendor Market Nov. 8 – Enjoy more than 30 vendors, live entertainment, a raffle, food trucks and an outdoor kids’ zone. Free. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bethesda Christian Academy, 1914 S. Miami Blvd., Durham. 919-598-0190. bcacrusaders.org.
Christmas Shopping Spree Nov. 8 – Purchase holiday gifts from vendors selling American Girl doll clothes, jewelry, handmade soaps, home decor, stocking stuffers and more. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Genesis UMC, 850 High House Rd., Cary, genesis-umc.org.
TPPK Holiday Bazaar and Craft Fair Nov. 8 – Shop for holiday items from more than 40 vendors. Free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Triangle Presbyterian Preschool and Kindergarten, 5001 Tudor Place, Durham. 919-544-2872. tppk.org.
Holiday Vendor Fair and Bake Sale Nov. 13-14 – Holiday gifts and giveaways highlight this annual fair. Free. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Salem Baptist Preschool, campus gym, 1821 N. Salem St., Apex. 919-208-8940. www.salem-bc.org/preschool.
Winterwoods Holiday Shoppe Nov. 14-15 – More than 40 vendors showcase holiday decorations, jewelry, clothes, toys, food specialties, household accents and more. Free. 5-9 p.m. Nov. 14; 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 15. Woods Charter School, 160 Woodland Grove Ln. Chapel Hill. woodscharter.org. NOVEMBER | carolinaparent.com 44 44NOVEMBER 2014 2014 | carolinaparent.com
Nov. 29-Dec. 1 – More than 100 artists from across the Southeast showcase their works in pottery, jewelry and more. See demonstrations in glass and woodworking and enjoy live music. $7. Free for ages 12 and younger. 6-9 p.m. Nov. 29; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 30; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 1. N.C. State Fairgrounds Exposition Center, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. carolinadesignercraftsmen.com.
Cary Academy Holiday Shoppe Nov. 4-6 – Shop for holiday gifts from more than 100 vendors. Free. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 4; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 6:30-9 p.m. Dec. 5; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 6. Cary Academy, 1500 North Harrison Ave., Cary. 919-228-4653. www.caryacademy.org/page.cfm?p=6601.
Christmas Holiday Shoppe at St. Thomas More School Dec. 6 – Shop with talented artisans and crafters and enjoy a bake sale and holiday music. The Reindeer Cafe serves a hot lunch. Proceeds benefit the school and its educational programs. Free. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friends and Family Hall at St. Thomas More Church, 940 Carmichael St., Chapel Hill. stmhsa.org/events.
Elf Holiday Craft Fair Dec. 6 – Shop for holiday arts and crafts from more than 35 artisans. A kids’ zone will feature hands-on art projects and classic holiday films. Free. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The ArtsCenter, 300-G E. Main St., Carboro. 919-929-2787. artscenterlive.org/event/exhibition/2828.
Morrisville Holiday Craft Fair Dec. 6 – Enjoy crafts from local vendors and a visit with Santa. Free. Noon-2 p.m. Cedar Fork Communty Ceter, 1050 Town Hall Dr., Morrisville. 919-463-7100. www.ci.morrisville.nc.us.
Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6 – Celebrate the traditions of Scandinavia through unique crafts, gifts, live performances, cuisine and more. $7 adults. Free for ages 12 and younger. 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Holshouser Building, N.C. State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. scanfair.org.
St. Nicholas Christmas Market Dec. 6 – Enjoy this festival of food, gifts, decorative items from around the world, an exhibit on the life of St. Nicholas, music from the Little German Band and more. Free. 10 a.m. 3 p.m. Saints Cyril and Methodius Parish, 2510 Piney Plains Rd., Cary. 919-851-9266. facebook.com/SaintNicholasMarket.
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calendar mothers of color and mothers raising children of color. Children welcome. Free. 10 a.m.-noon. Grey Stone Church, 2601 Hillsborough Rd., Durham. mochamoms.org. Garden Buds: Fall Leaves. Enjoy handson activities, art projects, stories and snacks. Ages 3-5. Register by emailing elizabeth_overcash@ncsu.edu. $10/member, $12/nonmember. 10-11:30 a.m. J.C. Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Rd., Raleigh. 919-513-7011. ncsu.edu/jcraulstonarboretum.
15 SATURDAY 2nd Annual Saving Grace Walk Against Animal Abuse. Take part in a dog walk to benefit Saving Grace Animals for Adoption, a nonprofit animal shelter that helps homeless dogs find loving homes. Hosted by the Leesville Road High School DECA Chapter. Register online. All ages. Registration required. $35 adults,
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$25 kids. 10 a.m.-noon. Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh. 919-520-2984. lrhsdeca.wix. com/savinggrace. Advanced Testing Camp. Student athletes enjoy timed dashes, broad and vertical jumps, tips for enhancing performance and ways to prevent obesity. Registration required. See website for details. HQ Performance, 107 Edinburgh Rd. S., Cary. themapaconline.com. ATT History Hike. Learn about the historical significance of the American Tobacco Trail and its early beginnings. Ages 6 and older. Meet at the New Hill Parking Area. Registration required. $5/family. 3-4 p.m. American Tobacco Trail, 1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Rd., Apex. 919-387-4342. wakegov.com/parks/att. Clothespin Ornaments. Transform clothespins into tree ornaments. Ages 10 and older. Register online. $15 plus
$3 materials fee. 10 a.m.-noon. Wake Forest Renaissance Center, 405 Brooks St., Wake Forest. 919-435-9566. wakeforestnc.gov. Eco-Explorers: Geology. See Nov. 2. 10 a.m.-noon. Expectant Mommy & Kids Expo. Enjoy an expo featuring local businesses, belly art, belly casting, prizes and more. All ages. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. DoubleTree Hilton, 500 Caitboo Ave., Cary. 910-973-6976. facebook.com/ events/312135032278195. Family Fit: Raleigh CrossFit. Learn about strength and endurance in a playful and engaging workout led by Raleigh CrossFit. No prior experience necessary. $5 ages 1-adult. 1-2 p.m. Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh. 919-834-4040. marbleskidsmuseum.org. Family Fun Saturday: Symbolic Staffs. Learn about ceremonial staffs in the African collection and
create a sculptural stick that reflects your family. Ages 5-11. Registration required. $3/member, $5/nonmember. 10 a.m. N.C. Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. 919-715-5923. ncartmuseum.org/calendar. Family Gardening Series: Scarecrows. Learn about scarecrows, discover some of the animals that are just as interested in plants as we are, and taste from the fall garden. Ages 4 and older with adult. Registration required. $7/member, $8/nonmember. 10-11:15 a.m. N.C. Botanical Garden, 100 Old Mason Farm Rd., Chapel Hill. 919-962-0522. ncbg.unc.edu. Kid Power Safety Workshop. See Nov. 8. Grades K-5. Santa’s Secret Workshop. Create and wrap a handmade surprise for a loved one. Ages 5-8. Register online. $15 plus $5 materials fee. 2-4 p.m. Wake Forest Renaissance Center, 405 Brooks St., Wake Forest. 919-435-9566.
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ON STAGE Cary Choral Classic Nov. 6 – See the chorales of Green Hope High School, Panther Creek High School and Cary High School perform. Works include songs by J.S. Bach, Leonard Bernstein and several contemporary composers. $5. 7 p.m. Cary High School, 638 Walnut St., Cary. greenhopefinearts.org.
Raleigh Dance Theatre Presents Storybook Tales featuring Fancy Nancy and The Mermaid Ballet and Alice in Wonderland Nov. 8-9 – Students at the Raleigh Dance Theatre present a ballet for all ages. Purchase advance tickets online. $15 advance tickets, $18 at the door. 1 and 5 p.m. Nov. 8; 3 p.m. Nov. 9. Fletcher Theater, Duke Energy Center, 2 E South St., Raleigh. 919-834-1058. raleighdance.org/season/ purchase-tickets.
Yo Gabba Gabba Live! Music is Awesome! Nov. 8 – Jump, shake and shimmy with DJ Lance Rock and a cast of colorful characters. $32-$54. 2 and 5 p.m. Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. 800-745-3000. ticketmaster.com.
So You Think You Can Dance See Mirandy and Brother Wind at Raleigh Little Theatre Nov. 1-16. Photo courtesy of Curtis Brown
Mirandy and Brother Wind Nov. 1-16 – It’s 1906 in Ridgetop, South Carolina, and Mirandy is determined to catch Brother Wind. It’s the best bet to win the cake walk, but Brother Wind eludes all the tricks that Mirandy’s friends advise. All ages. Purchase tickets online. $14 adults, $10 ages 12 and younger. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31; 1 and 5 p.m. Nov. 1-2; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6-7; 1 and 5 p.m. Nov. 8-9; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13-14; 1 and 5 p.m. Nov. 15-16. Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue St., Raleigh. 919-821-4579. raleighlittletheatre.org/shows/14-15/mirandy.html.
North Carolina Symphony’s Phantoms of the Orchestra Nov. 1 – A conductor and his assistant must use a baton to control a ghoulish orchestra and lead them in concert. The story of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice is brought vividly to life in this magical concert. Wear a costume and enter the costume contest before the concert. $31. 1 and 4 p.m. Meymandi Concert Hall, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. 919-7332750. ncsymphony.org.
Apex High School Strings Concert and Fundraiser Nov 4 – Enjoy music performed by the Apex High School Orchestra and Guitar Ensemble. $5 suggested donation. 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N. Salem St., Apex. apexstringsboosters.com.
Nov. 12 – The top 10 finalists from Season 11 of the Emmy-winning show perform. $51 and up. 7:30 p.m. Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St., Durham. 800-745-3000. ticketmaster.com.
Straight No Chaser Nov. 13 – Enjoy the male a capella group. $59. 7:30 p.m. Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St., Durham. 800-745-3000. ticketmaster.com.
QDR Country for Kids Concert Nov. 15 – Jason Michael Carrol, The Cadillac Three, Kacey Musgraves and Montgomery Gentry perform live country music. Proceeds benefit the N.C. Children’s Hospital. $35-$91. 7 p.m. Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St., Durham. 800-745-3000. ticketmaster.com.
The North Star Nov 15-16 – Take the family for a holiday tale written by local author Dorothy Dozier and illustrated by local artist Stephanie Freese. The production is staged by the Carolina Dance Foundation. All ages. Call for fees. 7 p.m. Nov 15; 3 p.m. Nov. 16. Fletcher Opera Theater, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. 919-848-1830. carolinadancefoundation.org.
CALENDAR POLICY The Carolina Parent calendar lists local and regional activities for children and families. To submit an event for consideration, visit carolinaparent.com or email calendar@carolinaparent.com by the 8th of the month for the next month’s issue. Readers, please call ahead to confirm dates and times. This calendar may include some events not intended for young children.
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What’s Your Musical I.Q.?
Nov. 18-23 – Enjoy a contemporary take on the classic tale. This lush production features a live orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the best-loved moments, including the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and some surprising new twists. Ages 6 and older. $46-$167. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18-20; 8 p.m. Nov. 21; 2 and 8 p.m. Nov. 22; 1 and 6:30 p.m. Nov. 23. Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St., Durham. dpacnc.com.
Nov. 22 – Cellist Brooks Whitehouse and bassist Paul Sharpe deliver a family concert comprised of artistry, virtuosity and comic relief. Purchase tickets online. $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and younger. 1 p.m. Kirby Horton Hall, Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St., Durham. mallarmemusic.org/concerts.
Carolina Youth Ballet Presents The Nutcracker Nov. 22 – Talented dance students perform this family-friendly holiday ballet. Purchase tickets online. $12-$27. 1 and 5 p.m. Fletcher Opera Theater, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. carolinayouthballet.tix.com.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical Nov. 22-Dec. 24 – Celebrate Rudolph’s 50 years on television and see favorite characters from the special perform live on stage, including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice and others. $20-$50. See website for times. Fletcher Opera Theater, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. 800-745-3000. dukeenergycenterraleigh.com/event/rudolphbroadway-4775.
The Nutcracker by Carolina Ballet Nov. 28-Dec. 27 – Carolina Ballet’s spectacular production features lavish scenery, jaw-dropping illusions, a live orchestra and more than 100 performers. $34-$110. Showtimes at Durham Performing Arts Center are 2 p.m. Nov. 28; 2 and 7 p.m. Nov. 29; 2 p.m. Nov. 30. Showtimes at UNC Memorial Hall in Chapel Hill are 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 6; 2 p.m. Dec. 7. Showtimes at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium: 7 p.m. Dec. 19; 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Dec. 20; 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. Dec. 21; 2 p.m. Dec. 22; 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 23 and Dec. 26-27; 2 p.m. Dec. 28. Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh. 919-719-0900. carolinaballet.com.
See Clara journey to the magical Kingdom of Sweets in Carolina Youth Ballet’s Nutcracker Nov.22 in Raleigh. Photo courtesy of 20/20 Photo and Video
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Performs Nov. 22 – The renowned orchestra debuts their rock opera The Christmas Attic. $40-$83. 3 and 8 p.m. PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh. 800-745-3000. ticketmaster.com.
Triangle Youth String Orchestras Present a Children’s Concert Nov. 22 – Hear young musicians perform string music and discuss their instruments. $5 adults, $2 children. 3 p.m. Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave., Cary. etix.com.
SuperFun Show: Farmer Jason’s Holidays on the Farm Nov. 29 – Sing along with Farmer Jason as he performs holiday classics and carols. Ages pre-K-elementary grades. $9 adults, $7 youth. Free for ages 2 and younger. 11 a.m. The ArtsCenter, 300 E. Main St., Carrboro. 919-929-2787, ext. 201. artscenterlive.org.
wakeforestnc.gov. Saturday Studio: Artist Journal. Explore how artists use journals as part of the creative process and construct a handmade book to contain writings, drawings and more. Ages 11-14. Register online. Registration required. $7/member, $10/nonmember. 1 p.m. N.C. Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh. 919-715-5923. ncartmuseum.org/calendar.
16 SUNDAY Gadgets and Gizmos: Bungee Barbie With The Engineering Place. Protect Barbie from hitting the ground. Design a bungee cord that provides the perfect amount of stretch for Barbie to safely jump off a balcony. In partnership with The Engineering Place, NCSU College of Engineering’s K-20 Outreach Program. $5 ages 1-adult. 1-3 p.m. Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh. 919-834-4040. marbleskidsmuseum. org. Southern Village 5k and Family Fun Run. Enjoy a 5k at 10 a.m. or family fun run at noon to support Chapel Hill Service League’s volunteer programs and projects. Children’s activities feature face painting and a bounce house. Register online. Advance registration for the 5k is $27; $30 on event day. The fun run is $10. The Green at Southern Village, Market Street and Aberdeen Drive, Chapel Hill. chapelhillserviceleague.org/sv5k. Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble Performs. The ensemble presents a varied program of big band selections. Free. 3 p.m. Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Ave., Cary. etix.com.
17 MONDAY Breastfeeding Cafe. Discuss breastfeeding questions with an accredited La Leche League leader and meet other mothers. Infants welcome. Free. carolinaparent.com
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1-2 p.m. The Red Hen, University Mall, 201 S. Estes Dr., Chapel Hill. 919-9424420. theredhen.com.
townofcary.org. Wee Walkers: Nutty Buddies. See Nov. 5.
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Orienteering. Learn how to find your way using only a compass and map. Ages 6-12. Registration required. $8/ child. 1-3 p.m. Lake Crabtree County Park, 1400 Aviation Pkwy., Morrisville. 919-460-2723. wakegov.com/parks/ lakecrabtree. Sweet Peas: Terrific Turkeys. See Nov. 4. Time for Tots: Early American Indian Life. Learn about the lives of North Carolina’s first inhabitants by handling objects, listening to stories and making a paper turtle rattle to take home. Ages 3-5 with adult. Registration required. $1/member, $3/nonmember. 10-11 a.m. N.C. Museum of History, 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919-807-7992. ncmuseumofhistory.org.
Nature Nuts: Trees. See Nov. 1. Night Out in Nature. Kids spend a night out in nature making memories and new friends in an old-fashioned, camp-style program. Ages 8-12. Registration required. $19/resident, $24/nonresident. 6-9 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org.
19 WEDNESDAY Wee Walkers: Nutty Buddies. See Nov. 5.
20 THURSDAY Curious Creatures: Squirrels. See Nov. 4. 1-3 p.m. Trail Treks: Looking at Leaves. Learn why leaves turn colors in the fall, discover tips for local tree identification and make a leaf rubbing field guide. All ages. Meet at the New Hill Parking Area. Registration required. $5/family. 2-3 p.m. American Tobacco Trail, 1309 New Hill-Olive Chapel Rd., Apex. 919-387-4342. wakegov.com/ parks/att. Volunteer Workdays: Wildflower Watering Club. Help water native wildflower gardens. Ages 2-5 with parent. Free. 11 a.m.-noon. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980.
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22 SATURDAY Emerson Waldorf Holiday Faire. Celebrate fall by dipping a candle, making a jump rope or enjoying a puppet show or horse-drawn wagon ride. Music, crafts, food and fun for all ages. Free. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Emerson Waldorf School, 6211 New Jericho Rd., Chapel Hill. 919-967-1858. emersonwaldorf. org. Fall Fun Hayrides. Travel the back roads of the park on a fall hayride. Meet at the wagon in front of the playground. All ages. Registration required. $5/ family. 2 p.m., 3 p.m. Harris Lake County Park, 2112 County Park Dr., New Hill. 919-387-4342. wakegov. com/parks/harrislake. Junior Naturalist: Finding Fossils. See Nov. 9. 2-3 p.m. Nature Nuts: Trees. See Nov. 1. Sweet Peas: Terrific Turkeys. See Nov. 4.
23 SUNDAY Fall Fun Hayrides. See Nov. 22. Guest Star Scientist: It’s a Feast with NCSU Food Science Club. Be a food scientist. Dig into the chemistry of food and study the science behind some Thanksgiving favorites. $5 ages 1-adult. 1-3 p.m. Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E.
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Hargett St., Raleigh. 919-834-4040. marbleskidsmuseum.org. Hooray for Ballet! Watch dancers from City Ballet of Raleigh perform excerpts from The Nutcracker and learn some of the steps. $5 ages 1-adult. 10:30 a.m., noon. Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett St., Raleigh. 919-834-4040. marbleskidsmuseum.org. Young Ecologists: Nighttime Nature. Explore the preserve as the sun goes down and all things wild come alive. Ages 10-13. Registration required. $12/resident, $16/nonresident. 5-7 p.m. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org.
24 MONDAY Kids Fun-Days: Winter Bugs. See Nov. 7. 10 a.m.-noon. Stevens Nature Center/Hemlock Bluffs, 2616 Kildaire Farm Rd., Cary. 919-387-5980. townofcary.org.
25 TUESDAY Super Saturday at Meredith College. Partners for the Advancement of Gifted Education (PAGE) of Wake County host a variety of two-hour workshops intended for high ability students and informational sessions for parents. Grades K-8. $20/workshop per child ($25 membership required). 10 a.m.-noon, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Meredith College, 3800 Hillsborough St., Raleigh. pagepage.org.
26 WEDNESDAY Curious Creatures: Deer. See Nov. 4.
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
28 FRIDAY The World’s Largest Dinosaurs Exhibit. Explore the amazing biology of a group of uniquely super-sized dinosaurs: the long-necked and long-tailed sauropods, some of which may have reached lengths of 130 feet. Purchase tickets online for entry times throughout the day, 10:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m. $14 adults, $12 students, $8 ages 3-12. N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones St., Raleigh. 919-707-9800. naturalsciences.org.
29 SATURDAY The World’s Largest Dinosaurs Exhibit. See Nov. 28.
30 SUNDAY The World’s Largest Dinosaurs Exhibit. See Nov. 28. 12:15-4:15 p.m.
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