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I CAN RELATE TO THE QUOTE, “Whoever said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend never had a dog.” I cannot remember a time of my life when I haven’t had a dog. And to this day when my family gathers, the dogs almost outnumber the humans. Whether you’re a cat, dog, guinea pig, or fish person, it’s always a treat to come home to a loving companion at the end of a long day. I can’t remember ever meeting a dog I didn’t like, and I think the feeling has been mostly mutual. When our cover stars and local celebrity pups, Ruby Rose and Emma Grace, came into our studio, they immediately melted all our hearts. As you can see in my editor’s photos, we became fast friends. And once the ice cream cake came out, the deal was sealed. I mean, who doesn’t want someone that looks at you like those pups are eyeing that cake?! You can meet them and more celebrity pets on page 59. Also in this issue, you’ll see we expanded one of your reader favorites: The Pet Parade. The response we got this year was overwhelming, and who are we to leave anyone out? Enjoy all of those cute fur babies (and even a scaly one) starting on page 67. So let the “awwws” commence because — trust me — there are some fun pictures ahead. Enjoy!

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Susu Hauser

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I really gravitated toward dance and the arts, and that continued through middle and high school. I was always an individual. There’s a quote that says, ‘Dare to be different; dare to be yourself.’ I think I lived that to a T.” — Susu Hauser 22 AUGUST 2022

THE YOUNGEST DAUGHTER of a superior court judge and a Hungarian refugee, Cary resident Susu Hauser — a selfdescribed visual storyteller — has been surrounded by inspiring narratives since birth. “My father presided over many criminal cases, but devoted 20 years to domestic violence cases. He made such a mark that the mayor named May 4 Larry Hauser Day,” said Hauser. “My mother was a Hungarian refugee during the Hungarian Revolution and escaped Budapest in 1956. I lived with her stories of the escape and the resilience and strength that she showed over the years.” Inspired by her parents, Hauser was never afraid to get her feet wet and try her hand at everything. As a young girl, she did gymnastics, dance, piano, jewelry-making, swimming, you name it. “I really gravitated toward dance and the arts, and that continued through middle and high school. I was always an individual,” said Hauser. “There’s a quote that says, ‘Dare to be different; dare to be yourself.’ I think I lived that to a T.” Hauser’s originality and passion for new experiences caught the eye of her high school counselor, who suggested that she go into communications in college. Hauser took the advice to heart, earning her degree in visual media communications and a minor in studio art at American University. After finishing up an internship with The George Michael Sports Machine, Hauser took her

creativity and spirit of adventure all the way to Los Angeles. “I had zero connections in LA, but I knew it was where I needed to be to do studio television,” said Hauser. “California was calling, and I moved three months after graduation.” Like many LA transplants, Hauser worked a variety of odd jobs to pay rent, from dog walking and catering to stints at Starbucks and Jamba Juice. It was during those early days that Hauser met Maria Jovanovic, artist and founder of MJ Atelier, an LA-based art studio. “I have had the honor of knowing Susu for almost 20 years,” said Jovanovic. “She became the most amazing sidekick apprentice! Susu reminds me to keep searching for the significance in what I do, to enjoy the process and find small ways to touch and inspire others along the way. The impact on my life is like her art: hauntingly beautiful!” Although Hauser enjoyed her time working as an artist assistant, it was her longtime passion for dance that led to her first job in the industry.

Lucky for us, award-winning professional photographer and cinematographer Susu Hauser has made her home in the “green and vibrant” Town of Cary.

“I guess this is a thread in my life: If I follow my passions, they’ll eventually lead me to where I need to be,” said Hauser. “I was at a jazz class in Studio City, and I met a girl there who was the coordinator for Deadliest Catch, so I sent her my resume and hounded her. That’s how I got my first production assistant job at Original Productions, which produced some of the top-rated reality shows on TV.” Hauser climbed every rung on the lad-

der on her way to the top, from production assistant all the way to producer — going out of her way to make a name for herself in the docu-reality world. As a woman in a male-dominated industry, going from point A to B wasn’t always easy, but Hauser’s persistence and resilience paid off. “I’ve never known Susu to complain about the long hours and hard work that goes into creating her art. She is almost oblivious to the elements and the discom-

forts encountered in many places and remains humble and honest in all aspects of her life,” said Jovanovic. If you ask Hauser for outlandish career highlights, she’s got them in droves. Filming in a Piper Cub with the engine cut out and coasting down for Discovery Channel’s Airplane Repo? Done. Shooting out of US Coast Guard choppers with California Fish and Game for National Geographic? Been there, done that. Not to mention shooting off the CARY MAGAZINE 23

Susu Hauser’s illustrious career spans the globe, quite literally — including a full-length conservation documentary concerning undiscovered species in Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains National Park.

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back of Harleys for the History Channel, on top of SUVS across Atigun Pass in Alaska, or filming NASA physicists who designed instruments for the Voyager mission and Maya women in the highlands of Guatemala. “I’ve filmed in every walk of life, every environment,” said Hauser. “I’m no shrinking violet, and I love to live life to the fullest. I think as a person that values freedom and curiosity, this career has fit me perfectly, and it’s allowed me to tap into both of those.”

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After spending years on the road bouncing from show to show, Hauser reevaluated what she wanted out of life and founded The Invisible Lens alongside her ex-husband, with a mission to create meaningful and impactful programming to enhance communities — especially in the areas of conservation, environmental and philanthropic filmmaking. During this time, Hauser produced a full-length documentary about undiscovered species in Ethiopia’s Bale Mountains National Park and a short documentary called Voices of the Inside Passage about transboundary mining between southeast Alaska and British Columbia (which later went to the Colorado Environmental Film Festival in 2018). Following their passions came with a price, however; Hauser adds wildlife photography to her expansive Hauser and her then-husband portfolio on one of her many treks across Africa. Byron Goggin found them-

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selves financially squeezed and decided to move to North Carolina after a brief spell in Colorado. “We did a lot of searches on livability, and I loved what I was finding about Cary in particular,” said Hauser. “The Cary Arts Academy was a huge selling point, as well as all the recreation and greenways. There’s just a vibrance. After just a week in Cary, I knew that I could make it home.” The pandemic brought a lot of change to Hauser’s personal life and career. The dissolvement of her marriage meant the end of The Invisible Lens, and Hauser found herself hitting the reset button on her life. After losing her job as the multimedia specialist for the AKC, Hauser threw herself into volunteer work, creating the Women Making Change video for Dress for Success, volunteering with the Living Arts Collective in Durham, and picking up freelance work with the AKC. “Susu is a cinematographer and storyteller who is never afraid to challenge

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the status quo, and her creativity seems to have no limits,” said Magen Leavell, AKC’s online education manager. “Using the American Kennel Club’s historical records, archival footage, oral histories, interviews, and more, Susu brought stories to life in a new and innovative format for a new generation of viewers.” Prior to the pandemic, Hauser had looked into producing a documentary about the empowerment of women through fair trade and the artisan market. Unfortunately, Hauser’s idea had everything to do with travel, and Covid had different plans. With extra time on her hands, Hauser’s endless thirst for knowledge led her to Photographers Without Borders. “The stars aligned, and I found an assignment that was in the Guatemalan highlands working with Maya women who are skilled in textiles and embroidery. It hit all of the elements — transformation through art, empowerment of women through art, and empowerment of Indigenous cultures,” said Hauser.

During her time in Guatemala, Hauser I’ve seen that in all corners of the counwas able to document the artistry and impact try and the world. And I want to show of Multicolores, a nonprofit supporting Maya people, because those women inspire me women in their process of self-discovery and to keep going.” t artistic development. Hauser now hopes to If you are interested in learning more find a venue for a fully immersive multimedia about Hauser’s mission to level the playing exhibit, featuring embroidery, video, photos, field for everyone, especially women and girls, and even sound effects from the area. or to just see and appreciate her work, visit “I feel that everyone has a starting line in susuhauser.com. life, and I was very blessed to have started with so many opportunities,” said Hauser. “I want to pay that forward and expose others to life’s joys and life’s offerings. I want to focus on projects that empower women and girls, in particular.” “There’s a great W.E.B. Du Bois quote that says, ‘There is no contributed photo force equal to a woman determined to rise,’ and "I’ve observed Susu’s influences, and she elevates everyone around her in a holistic way,” said Magen Leavell, online education manager for the AKC.

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LIVING WALLS

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City Garden Design installed this moss wall at the offices of Ovesco in Cary.

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TOP: Jarrod Homan pours a cocktail in front of the living wall at ko•än. BELOW: ko•än’s living wall is cared for once a week.

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“People are fascinated with how they work and the designs we are able to put on these walls,” said Leslie Herndon, VP of Operations at Greenscape in Holly Springs, which has installed and maintains several living walls in Raleigh’s Village District. “Our walls at the Village District require quite a bit of maintenance, as they are outside and designed to be changed out frequently. We water them in the summer almost daily, and they are heavily pruned due to the aesthetic we are looking for. We treat these as living art.” Interior living walls that are more permanent are watered less frequently due to the reduced heat of the environment. However, they all need to be scouted for insects and diseases and fertilized frequently. Irrigation systems, which are installed behind the plants, also need to be monitored regularly, as the slightest issue can create problems with plant life. While Herndon has installed an entire edible wall for Village District in the past — complete with mini tomatoes and herbs

— they stick to mostly annual flowers in the summer. Currently they have lantana, coleus, scaevola, salvia, firetails, and many more. In the winter, it will change to pansies, violas, heuchera, and ivy. Sarah Marks of Atlantic Designscapes, which designed and maintains a living wall in the bar area of Cary’s kō•än restaurant, adds that indoor environments require just as much technical care as they do creativity. “The design changes with plants periodically and through the seasons. Also, plant care is much more than watering,” said Marks. “That environment goes through changes along with our regular seasons. Heating and air conditioning shifts the needs of a green wall, as well. It is made up of many smaller trays, so that allows us to use plants with different water needs.” The wall at kō•än, filled with dracaena, pothos, philodendron, and bromeliad, is cared for once a week.

Go Maintenance-Free with Moss! Moss walls are a great way to bring nature into your home, but without the all the upkeep of a living wall. We chatted with Paula Higdon, owner and buyer for Cary’s City Garden Design, to learn more about this trend. How does a moss wall differ from a living wall? The moss is preserved, so it's no longer living. Unlike living walls, moss walls do not require any light or water. A lot of people assume that moss walls need to be misted for moisture, but there really is zero maintenance required. Much like a potted plant, living walls need regular maintenance like irrigation, light, and sometimes pest control. For the most part, moss walls are one and done. What kind of moss is used, and how is it preserved? There are lots of options: mood, sheet, reindeer, shag, and Spanish moss. The moss is preserved with a plant-based glycerin and natural dyes. The glycerin is used to keep the moss fresh and moist looking, and the dye is used for long-lasting color. There are many shades of greens and color options. A lot of the moss we use comes from the mountains of North Carolina and Kentucky. How do you make a moss wall last? The moss will last for years. Since it’s dyed, it’s best used inside away from the elements such as rain and direct sun. Avoid using it in really arid areas and around fireplaces. Is there unlimited potential as far as design goes? Moss walls offer a lot of room for creativity and personalization. They can be simple and offer a more natural, organic look or be bold and abstract like a piece of modern art. For a more natural look, we'll incorporate pieces of driftwood, preserved ferns, lichen, or mushrooms. Or for something fun, we'll use geodes, crystals, and feathers. Why have these become so popular? Moss walls are a great way to add greenery and bring nature indoors without any maintenance. They can be used in almost any setting as a fun and interest-

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ing way to express creativity. Pinterest and social media sites such as Instagram and Facebook are a great way to see how people are using moss. The possibilities seem to be endless. A living wall in Raleigh's Village District was installed and is cared for by Greenscape out of Holly Springs.

What are the benefits? Studies have shown biophilic interiors, such as moss walls, can help reduce stress and anxiety. Moss walls are created using sustainable, natural materials and allow us to feel more connected with nature while indoors at either home or work.

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Jay Bond enjoys working on the living wall at Bond Brothers Eastside, which he installed and maintains with his brother, Jeremy. The plants were supplied by Garden Supply Company.

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"You get the opportunity to green up gray spaces, which provides environmental and aesthetic benefits." — Leslie Herndon, VP of Operations at Greenscape

Benefits “You get the opportunity to green up gray spaces, which provides environmental and aesthetic benefits,” said Herndon. “We also want to encourage people to get outside and create enjoyable spaces for them to be in. Go have your photo taken at one of the many walls in the Village District, including a double-sided one you can put your face in the middle of for the photo opp.” Inside, they are good at providing clean air, noise reduction, and simply creating something beautiful to admire. At Bond Brothers Eastside, their 12-foot by 12-foot living wall greets you on the right just after passing through the door. Installed in 2021 with the help of Cary’s Garden Supply Company, this wall boasts ferns; several varieties of pothos; pink, neon, and white butterfly Syngonium; Hypoestes (polka dot plant); and nerve plants. “They supplied the plants, and my brother and I made and installed it,” said co-owner Jay Bond. “We initially planned on making it at our other location, so I did research probably over six years ago and had the design in my head. But it wasn't until

we opened here that we realized this is just a perfect spot for it.” Bond and his brother Jeremy made the drip irrigation system themselves. They also do all the maintenance. “You have to maintain it just like a house,” said Bond. Every once in a while, I walk up and just take off some dead pieces or, as things grow bigger, I take cuttings off and I propagate them in little glass jars. When they root, I put them back in the wall.” They also installed three grow lights overhead that are on a schedule to give the plants light during the night. “They come on until the morning, so they’re pretty much getting sunlight all the time,” said Bond. Caring for the wall comes naturally to Bond. “I was in horticulture with a small company that grew herbs and flowers years before I started working in the beer industry,” he said. “I have always loved plants, and it was on my bucket list to do something where I can come in and play with it, look at it, watch it grow, and take care of it.” A living wall was the plan for kō•än from the very beginning, when they opened in 2019. “The concept for the restaurant was to make it open, airy, and fresh, and that’s CARY MAGAZINE 33

where all the plants and the plant wall come into play,” said manager Brandy Ray. “The customers love it. They take pictures in front of it, and are always asking if it’s real because they can’t believe we have such a big wall that is watered and maintained.”

Where to begin Shannon Theis with Garden Supply Company suggests an easy way to get the look and feel of a living garden at home. “While we do not offer installation of living walls, we do feature picture frame planters to create a small living wall space,” she said. The planters come is three sizes up to 8 inches by 10 inches. They lay flat for watering, then get hung back up. There is a drip reservoir for the remaining water. 34 AUGUST 2022

There are also plenty of DIY opportunities that homeowners can explore via YouTube or Pinterest, said Herndon. “Anything from TOP: Paula Higdon of City Garden Design works on a moss wall in their Cary store. reusing pallets, to BELOW: Preserved moss is easy to maintain because it requires no light or water. gutters, to prefab panels off Amazon, or reused plastic bottles. ways a good approach, said Herndon. “I You are only limited by your imagination always recommend starting with a regular and budget,” she said. “Some important container garden first. Work with a local garthings to consider are the type of plants, den center to pick plants out that fit your sun exposure, drainage, and ability to water. environment and time commitment,” she Also, what type of structure are they going said. “Once you get the hang of that, then onto, and do you need to protect the wall you can explore the world of living walls. Think of living walls as the advanced stage of from water damage in any way?” Starting simple with a little help is al- container gardening.” t

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HOUSE It Going in the Real Estate Market? A Realtor Q&A WRITTEN BY DENA DAW

REMEMBER WHEN buying a house was pretty straightforward? You’d find a real estate agent to help you peruse available homes, go to open houses completely unannounced and enjoy freshly baked cookies, and possibly send a lowball offer in to see if the seller would bite — ah, the good old days. As we all know, times have changed. We are now operating in an extreme seller’s market, meaning that there are more buyers than homes, and the demand is exceeding the supply. It’s time to take everything you thought you knew about buying or selling a home — including your parents’ well-meaning advice — and throw it out the window. We recently spoke with three successful real estate agents in the Triangle to guide you along your house hunting (or selling) journey, from buying and selling strategies, tips and tricks of the trade, and everything that’s happening in the wild, wild West of real estate these days. Godspeed!

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question the price. The right price and condition of the house will attract the most buyers.

Residential Should owners worry about photos/ When buying,

staging nowadays?

should you waive

That is one of your biggest selling points. Not that many buyers will make such a big investment without knowing what it looks like from inside. There is a world of insanity, but it still comes with a little visual. Professional photographs and floor plans with proper measurements are crucial. Staging is optional. There are families who take such good care of their house and furnish it in such a unique way that you want to present that real life to your potential buyers. In these instances, we like to soft stage and de-personalize the house. When a house is empty or needs professional furnishing, we always recommend staging.

contingencies for a stronger offer?

Not all the time. I have won so many deals without waiving anything. It really depends on the location and property and its potential. We don’t want to give away everything just because it’s a seller’s market. A business deal happens when there is a potential for both parties. When it’s all one-sided, it almost never works. If a property is fairly new, we can waive contingencies. But know that NC is an “asis” state when it comes to selling. As per our legal offer to purchase and contract, sellers really don’t have to say yes to any repairs.

What are some major pitfalls to look Should you list above market value

out for in today’s market?

to drive offers higher, or lower to

1. Price. These are the pitfalls for any market, but especially today. Always make sure you are working with your real estate advisor on the price. Do your homework and make sure you are offering the right price, given the potential of the house. Do not buy just because.

reel them in?

Oh boy! Never above market value — not in this market, not in any market. We all fall into this. As an owner and a seller, we always think our property is worth way more than what it actually is, and as a buyer, we always

2. Location. I would rather pay more for the right location than less for a poor location. I always advise my clients to invest in the location first, and then the house. You can build a house anywhere, but you cannot replace a location. Invest in that. That will sell in any market. caulgroup.com Tracy Watson, Mission First Realty Do you really need a realtor when the houses seem to be selling themselves?

Absolutely! My business as far as prepping my sellers’ homes hasn't changed — I still offer the highest level of service, including staging consults and top-level photography and videos. Many homes are selling with multiple offers, so an agent comes in handy when weeding through the 20 to sometimes 40 incoming offers. The highest offer isn’t always the best of the bunch. How quickly are homes selling at the moment?

Most are selling within the first week, but it honestly still depends on the home's price. If it's overpriced when listed, it will sit longer. Certain price points and locations are taking over a week to sell, even in this market. What is the highest amount a house has gone over market price?

I've had a listing sell for $125,000 over the asking price. I try to price my homes where I believe they will appraise when we get to that point. How much earnest money are people asking for nowadays?

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I've not been seeing earnest money given on any offers I've received, and I'm not offering it on any offers I have been writing. Due diligence, however, is still high depending on the area and the home. I'm seeing anywhere from $1,000 to in excess of $100,000 in due diligence funds. missionfirstrealtync.com

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Keith Bonham, Keller Williams Realty Cary How has the housing market changed in the last year?

Inventory has definitely dwindled during the pandemic, as we saw people listing their homes for sale only because they absolutely had to, whether it was for job relocation or other life happenings. Now with the rise in interest rates, we are seeing a small uptick in inventory and a drop in showings per listing. I believe that there will still be multiple-offer situations, as we still are one of the fastest-growing areas in the US. However, I think that the homes that will receive multiple offers will be the ones in the most desirable areas that have been updated, prepped, and move-in ready. The days of just putting a home on the market with no competition and very little prep are coming to an end. What’s the average number of showings that people are seeing, and in what time frame?

The weekends continue to be the popular time for houses to go live on the market for showings, with most selling quickly, as the average days on the market are three in Cary, five for Apex, and four in Morrisville. The number of showings per listing in those areas has dropped dramatically. We were seeing, on average, 30-50 showings per listing in January, and that has dropped to just 1316 on average for May for those same areas. New build or older home — which is better?

It really depends on the area, but I think there is a better chance to negotiate new construction at the moment. We are starting to receive more calls and emails from builder reps as they are starting to see an uptick in their inventory. Due to the supply

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chain issues the past couple of years, many builders have opted to hold back inventory until the homes have reached a stage closer to completion to ensure less delays but also maximize profit. Builders were locking in prices on homes for buyers and then, six to nine months later, they were selling those same floor plans to new buyers for $50,000$100,000 more.

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Building the Dream A Tale of Tenacity STILL CHASING DREAMS at 71 years young, Cary resident Barbara Ocain has been through more than most. After surviving two lightning strikes, a breast cancer diagnosis, and an ill-timed hip replacement, Ocain was encouraged to enjoy a simpler, slower life surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Clearly, they didn’t know who they were dealing with. “Don’t let your age or your career choices get in the way. If you want something, go for it,” said Ocain. “Here I am at this point in my life when people say I should be slowing down, but I feel like I’m just getting revved up!” Originally from Montgomery, AL, Ocain attended undergraduate school at Emory University and graduate school at Georgia State University. After receiving degrees in school psychology, Ocain attended law school at the University of Denver and spent a summer taking specialized law courses at the invitation of Harvard Law School. Following marriage and kids, Ocain and her family moved back to Alabama before transferring to the Raleigh area in 1998. “We knew about Cary. We’d done the research and we knew how great it was,” said Ocain. “That was the only place that we wanted to live. The kids went to high school and local colleges, and they’re still here, married with kids of their own.” Ocain planned on retiring 10 years ago, but was offered a dream job as an attorney for SAP, a huge global software company. The change in pace, which included international travel, inspired her to take out a new lease on life. “It’s been an interesting career, kind of a patchwork. I get to travel globally, and it’s in-

fluenced my style of home. I love the Scandinavian homes, their simplicity, their clean lines.” Ocain, who already owned a small place in Pine Knoll shores, NC, found the perfect example of her IKEA-inspired dream home while browsing Pinterest. Funnily enough, the house (located in Toronto) actually be-

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longed to the neighbor of her manager at the time. Despite a recent battle with breast cancer, Ocain — who had zero experience building and designing a home — decided to make her dream a reality. “We needed more room for kids and grandkids, and the lot next to me was a va-

Barbara Ocain holds architect Gordon Hall's rendering of her future dream home. 42 AUGUST 2022

LEFT: Ocain’s original home in Pine Knoll Shores was a somewhat dated ranch clad in reverse board and batten siding, typical to the area. BELOW: Ocain stumbled upon this Toronto home on Pinterest — the perfect example of an IKEA-inspired dream home that sent her imagination soaring!

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cant lot. I wanted it all on one level, and we wanted the space to store a boat — I don’t have one, but my kids do. I found the developer who owned the lot next to me and made him a cash offer, and he agreed. The next step was finding an architect.” As it turns out, modern-style homes around Pine Knoll Shores are not easy to come by. Ocain eventually found a house she liked in Wilmington and tracked down the architect: Gordon Hall. “Barbara contacted me by phone in 2019,” said Hall. “We had a great conversation. The more Barbara and I talked, the more closely aligned our design values seemed to be.” Upon settling on Hall, Ocain’s next challenge was finding a builder. After months of interviews, she eventually hired Jeremy Bishop, the owner of Sterling Custom Construction. Despite being based out of Wilmington, Bishop grew up near Pine Knoll Shores and his father, who still lives in the area, now serves as the project manager. “This is our first project with Gordon,” said Bishop. “We primarily work with architects and designers. This house is unique because it’s got a little bit of a mid-century modern feel to it; it’s not just a typical beach house. That’s the kind of architecture we like to focus on. Barbara’s is the second modern home we’ve worked on in that area.”

courtesy of Gordon Hall

"The interior layout is based on a 3 bedroom, 2 1⁄2 bath program. The primary living space is on the elevated level together with the master suite. The great room, kitchen, and dining areas are all open, contiguous space with large window openings (nearly floor to ceiling) shaded by a roughly 4 1⁄2 foot deep roof canopy,” said architect Gordon Hall.

Once the dream team was assembled, the hard work began. The initial plan involved altering and adding onto the existing home, which was a somewhat dated ranch clad in reverse board and batten siding. “Though not immediately in a flood hazard, a key attribute of the new design would include consideration for a potential future flood risk,” said Hall. “As such, Barbara proposed a bi-level design strategy. The idea was that the new added living space would be elevated above any potential future

flood risk. After review by a handful of contractors, it became clear that the proposed design was out of scale in relation to cost.” “In the follow-up design, the original house would be removed altogether (with the exception of the kitchen range). However, the bi-level design continued to resonate, as did a number of the original design gestures. Rather than starting over, the design that we decided to build is in many ways a scaled-down version of where we started.” CARY MAGAZINE 43

courtesy of Gordon Hall

Ocain’s new build is set to be finished by the end of 2022.

With final plans in place, things were looking up — until Covid hit and everything went to “heck in a handbasket,” said Ocain. “Prices skyrocketed and supply chain issues happened. You couldn’t get workers. My friends and neighbors were like, why are you trying to build a house during a pandemic at an age when you should be retired? We had to sit and wait. Things

would progress, but slowly. We’re still only about halfway completed. We broke ground about a year and a half ago. I should be completed by the fall of this year, fingers crossed.” Since 2000, Pine Knoll Shores has been designated as a Tree City USA (an Arbor Day Foundation program). As such, elements of sustainability are literally built into the landscape, and trees are closely monitored and Barbara’s Building Tips protected by local ordinances. • Patience & pleasantness. Always. Additional canopy trees will be • Select a team of professionals and conduct planted on Ocain’s property to reference checks. As you interview them, pay make up for the ones removed attention to their willingness to work with others. during construction. • Maintain flexibility in your choices. Have a plan B. “Kids want more modern, • Think long term. There will be delays and contemporary kinds of places to disappointments, but remember what a wonderful live, and they want openness and place you are building for the future. sustainability, and that’s what this • Keep a sense of humor. You will need it. home is all about,” said Ocain. “It’s sustainable in that it’s made out of Advice from the Builder a lot of renewable, recycled materi• Find a builder who likes working with architects als. All the appliances are sustainand understands the design process. ability rated. The drainage system • Put your team together early, so the builder and and the yard will be all natural. designer work together and not against each other. 44 AUGUST 2022

We try to recapture everything, including the rainwater. The recycled materials, appliances, the openness, the way that the air circulates through the building — all of that is a clean design.” Despite all of the challenges, Ocain is a big believer in teamwork, collaboration, and communication. Now that I-42 is being developed and will create a straight shot to the beach, she suspects that it will create a huge boom and a great opportunity for interested buyers. “Ultimately, this is a story of determination, vision, no age barrier, and a lot of humor. There have been so many odd challenges, from pine beetles, neighbors' reactions, a hip replacement, getting licenses when no one is working at the town office, the dreaded supply chain issues, and patience ad nauseam.” “In the end, if you want something, go for it. You can do it, just get the right team around you. There’s been everything in the world thrown at us, minus a hurricane. It’s not been easy, but you have to keep the longterm goal in mind.” t

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AR Workshop Cary As a custom DIY home decor boutique, AR Workshop specializes in instructor-led workshops — no previous art/crafting experience required!

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AS SMALL-BUSINESS OWNERS and parents of five children ranging in age from 25 to 1, Holly Springs residents Stacy and Harrison Phillips have a lot on their plate. Despite their busy lives, both take pride in being an active part of the community and enjoy providing a fun and safe place for people to gather. “I have owned other successful businesses through the years, although none as fun as the AR Workshop Cary,” said Stacy Phillips. “My husband currently serves in the military. When he is home, he is very involved with the shop. We love running this business together.” 50 AUGUST 2022

With 150 other franchise locations across the country, AR Workshops offer both retail items and hands-on DIY classes to customers. We recently caught up with Stacy to learn more about their location and what experiences they provide for local residents.

What exactly is AR Workshop?

We are a custom DIY home decor boutique. After selecting your project online and registering for one of our Home Decor or Specialty workshops, you will arrive at your scheduled workshop, where

you will have the opportunity to customize your project by choosing your painting technique and selecting your paint colors or non-toxic stains to work with. All guests will leave the workshop with a completed and Pinterest-worthy project at the end of class! Don’t worry about your artistic talents — we specialize in instructor-led workshops, and no previous art/crafting experience is required. We have daily workshops for you and your friends. We also love to help you host private parties for any age or celebration. We can help you create team-building events that everyone

enjoys, as well as youth camps in summer and trackout dates that include projects children complete and take home every day. AR Workshop Cary is for everyone! Additionally, we offer retail mostly made in NC, supporting small local businesses and smallbatch (not on Amazon) artisans.

What attracted you to the franchise?

My husband and I were regulars to the Cary location. We had date nights and made custom home decor for our home. I had girls’ nights, caught up with friends, and made more projects that I treasure. Each time we went to the workshop, we talked about how the AR Workshop could be a perfect fit for us. Eventually we inquired about opening our own workshop, and the previous owner of the Cary location suggested we purchase it from her. She was the owner of both the Cary and Raleigh locations. Her busy schedule made it impossible to give the Cary location all the love it deserved. So, Harrison and I decided to acquire the Cary AR Workshop. As of February of this year, we are the new owners of the AR Workshop Cary.

Stacy and Harrison Phillips, owners of AR Workshop Cary, take pride in providing a fun and safe gathering place within their community.

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Have you always been a DIY guru?

Yes! We love home projects. If you name it, we have probably done it, but my favorite was our penny floor. Absolutely stunning! What is the most popular class/ event at the workshop?

TOP: AR Workshop also offers a selection of American-made and mostly NC-sourced decor items in-store — perfect for browsing! BELOW: Guests of all ages will leave the workshop with a completed and Pinterest-worthy project at the end of class!

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We have so many popular projects. Last Saturday we collaborated with a local baker, Baked_by_Maddie, and had a fantastic cookie decorating/tray workshop. Honestly, our many Christmas projects are popular all year long, especially the holiday countdowns. What is the best thing

while sharing our gifts with our local community. We love being creative and getting to know new people. What inspires you?

People. We love people! Being a positive addition to our community is very important to us. An activity to do with friends, family, and co-workers. Allowing people to create something and take it home with pride. Also, focusing our retail on American-made and mostly NC-sourced. We are supporting artisans all over NC and many from the Triangle, all the while providing jobs to people of all ages and stages in life. We have an amazing staff! t

about owning a business?

Freedom to express our creativity

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garden adventurer WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY L.A. JACKSON

Strange Beauty: Turtleheads

Pink turtlehead is a tough native perennial that will thrive even in soggy soil.

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Sometimes a weird name is the best way to describe an unusual flower. Take turtlehead (Chelone sp.), for example. Its hooded blossoms do — with some imagination on your part — look like a turtle poking its head out from a shell. Aside from this plant’s odd name and strange-looking blooms, turtlehead is a rather pretty plant. And it’s pretty tough, too. An herbaceous perennial, it is native to the Southeast and has typical wildflower durability baked into its genes, including being deer resistant. Turtlehead performs best in sunny to semi-shady gardens, but unlike many plants destined for your personal Ponderosa, it will thrive in soggy soil, making it a great addition to a rain garden or low spot in the landscape that turns to muck when the rains come. And it is an obvious option as a marginal plant in a water garden. Turtlehead does provide visual satisfaction, but you have to be patient because it waits until the high summer to begin showing off its peculiar blossoms. By then, flower towers arise on sturdy, 2- to 3-foot stems with the lower clusters opening first, and then the bloom show steadily parades upward. This pleasant progression can last over a month. If the flowers are left to go to seed, your turtlehead patch will continue to grow, just as long as the soil is kept moist to encourage new sprouts. In addition, a turtlehead will slowly expand its clump by way of underground rhizomes. And if you want extra turtleheads for other parts of your landscape or to give away to friends, it can also be propagated by divisions taken in the early spring, just as new growth begins to appear.

There are three turtleheads typically available for sale. Pink turtlehead (Chelone lyonii) is the most common — meaning easiest to find — and in particular, the cultivar ‘Hot Lips,’ which is quite a cutie with light rose flowers on red stems hovering over rich green foliage. Prefer white blooms? Chelone glabra will deliver with its pale, snapdragonlike blossoms. There is even a red turtlehead (Chelone obliqua), but the ones I have seen had flowers that were more a deep pink rather than a flashy red. Since now into September is turtlehead’s prime blooming time, if available, it won’t be hard to spot at local nurseries, but if your search comes up short, this strange beauty is an easy find online. L.A. Jackson is the former editor of Carolina Gardener Magazine. Want to ask L.A. a question about your garden? Contact him by email at lajackson1@gmail.com.

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Challenge the soft hues of turtlehead with sassy oranges, screaming yellows, and occasional reds from other late-summer bloomers such as helianthus, rudbeckia, heliopsis, and helenium. Like turtlehead, these flashy four are native to North America and herbaceous perennials, meaning they can also become durable fixtures in your flower garden for many growing seasons. Late summer into the fall is a good time to plant such perennials. To get yours off to a good start, heavily amend the planting holes with compost or a commercial soil conditioner. Then, add mulch and water the new pretties for at least a month after planting if regular rains don’t oblige. The late-season beauty of a rudbeckia known as ‘Autumn Colors.’

To Do in the GARDEN • Although the temperatures are scorching, believe it or not, now is the time to crank up the cool-season veggie patch. Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, carrots, Swiss chard, collards, kale, lettuce, mustard greens, onions, radishes, spinach, and turnips can all be started this month. • If you have houseplants vacationing outdoors this summer, check them carefully this month for any insect activity and dispatch accordingly to prevent any bad bugs or, in particular, their eggs from being brought inside this fall.

August • It’s a good time to plant bulbs — no, not daffodils, hyacinths, tulips, and the like, but rather unusual fall-flowering beauties such as sternbergia, colchicum, and autumn-blooming crocus. • Adding fresh water to the birdbath weekly is beneficial to birds, of course, but this chore will also help make your outside activities a little more pleasant because a neglected birdbath is a sure-fire skeeter breeder.

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Ruby Rose & Emma Grace WITH OVER 26,000 FOLLOWERS on Instagram and TikTok, Ruby Rose and Emerald “Emma” Grace are now fullfledged local pet celebrities who are way more famous than you (don’t hate the player, hate the game). Their humans are Jennifer and Jeff Myers, long-time Apex residents whose human children flew the nest and left room for two very adorable Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. “I initially created the Instagram account for Ruby Rose when she was an onlychild dog, but Emma Grace equally takes part on the page,” said Jennifer. “I started it just for fun, then it grew to lengths we did not expect.”

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Ruby Rose celebrates her 5th birthday this month, while Emma Grace turned 3 in June. Both are the product of AKC Championship parents and enjoy being paraded about town and going on fancy, dog-friendly vacations, their most current trip being to Napa Valley, California. Oh, how the other (furry) half live! Ruby and Emma’s favorite haunts include Bottle Theory, Vicious Fishes, Goodberry’s (because who doesn’t like froyo?), Fortnight Brewing, and Bond Brothers Beer Company in Cary. That said, if it’s dog-friendly and has a patio, they will probably make an appearance.

Don’t expect an autograph — that would require opposable thumbs. “I get to meet a lot of dogs at Bottle Theory, but I’m always happy to see Ruby Rose and her sister, Emma,” said Kelly Chtcheprov, co-owner of Bottle Theory in Apex. “They are so sweet and well behaved. Ruby’s social media posts and dog meetups inspired our own hashtag, #bottletheorypuppers!” Cavaliers are known to be fun-sized bundles of love who can act as either lap dogs or active companions, depending on your lifestyle. Ruby Rose is rocking a couple of titles in agility, but she is also a certified therapy dog who volunteers at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. rubyrose_the_cavalier Like her sister, Emma Apex Grace received her AKC Canine Good Citizen certification, but stopped short of receiving her therapy certification. Ah, the typical second child! “To get the therapy certification, it’s much more intense,” said Jennifer. “They are tested on things that you can’t really train them for, and Emma Grace didn’t pass. She’s definitely our higher energy 600 likes one. She’s such a character rubyrose_the_cavalier Emma Gra ce, left, and her sister, Ruby Rose, celebrat and keeps you laughing all e their summer birthdays in style with a the time. But they’re both delicious pupcake from Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream! very loving dogs.”

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Special thanks to Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream for the birthday pupcake!

Follow this dynamic duo at @rubyrose_the_cavalier on Instagram and TikTok.

Ruby Rose’s alter ego is

BEYONCÉ,

thanks to her diva queen ways.

Emma Grace’s alter ego is

SPORTY SPICE,

and she is often described as the “class clown.” Emma Grace is famous for her

HEAD TILTS

on Instagram and TikTok. Ruby Rose and Emma Grace partnered with GOOBY, a small dog wearables company based out of California. Ruby Rose was once

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Jaqweenie “15 lbs of fun with an overbite.” YES, this is how Raleigh resident Jaqweenie is described by his human on social media, where he’s rocking 34,000 followers on Instagram and almost 30,000 on TikTok. This local pet celebrity celebrates his birthday on DOGust 1, the official birthday of all rescues who don’t have known birthdays (although his pet parents celebrate his “gotcha day” on Dec. 6). Guesstimated to be about four years old, Jaqweenie was a stray for the first year of his life until being discovered by Jean Mosher and Kirby Culbertson through a local rescue (but he’s still from the streets, so watch yourself ). “We were fostering two puppies, and I was taking them to get their vaccinations and

saw Jaqweenie and fell in love with him,” said Mosher. “He never made it to the website because I was like, ‘uh, I’ll be taking that dog.” When she first set eyes on him and his glorious overbite, Mosher thought she was looking at a Jack Russell/weenie combo and started referring to him as Jaqweenie. As it turns out, Embark paid Jaqweenie to take a DNA test — because that’s what happens when you’re famous — and he’s actually 35.7% Chihuahua, 19.1% Russell-type terrier, 7.1% Shih Tzu, 13% poodle, 10% beagle, 3.8% cocker spaniel, 2.3% Tibetan spaniel, and 9% supermutt (yes, that’s actually what it’s called). FUN FACT: On top of being the Heinz 57 of dogs, Jaqweenie also is more inbred than the most inbred character in Game of Thrones.

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Unfortunately, this “fun fact” is not so fun — due to generations of inbreeding, Jaqweenie was born with an incredibly short jaw that was also rotated at an angle, causing one of his canines to poke a hole through the roof of his mouth. “I took him to see Dr. Hoover in Durham, and he did an MRI, and that tooth was going to pierce into his sinus cavity,” said Mosher. “So we had to get that tooth removed, as well as a few others, and now his tongue hangs out on that side sometimes.” In addition to being stupidly cute, Jaqweenie also uses his fame for good. He loves attending events for Freedom Ride Rescue in Raleigh, and recently used his BarkBox connections to score a free month’s worth of food for all the animals. “Jean and Kirby are huge supporters of the rescue world and started fostering with our group, Freedom Ride Rescue, earlier this year,” said Mollie Doll, chaos coordinator for Freedom Ride Rescue. “Jaqweenie’s social media presence has been a HUGE help! Jean did an Instagram ‘swap’ to promote us when we were at a huge festival, and it was one of our largest followed days in our short 2.5-year existence!”

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Be sure to follow Jaqweenie (and new brother Orson) at @ sharkybobarky on both Instagram and TikTok!

Jaqweenie is a contract model for

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Jaqweenie recently got a new brother, ORSON, who will be joining him on his accounts!

He was recently

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in public by someone who had seen him on Reddit.

His FAVORITE FOODS are crunchy vegetables, dried mango, and duck hearts. CARY MAGAZINE 63

He may have no eyelids, but don’t let Ryder fool you — thanks to medical treatment, he can still catch flies (sky raisins) with the best of them!

Ryder AS YOU CAN TELL from his eyes (and his general joie de vivre), Ryder is no run-of-the-mill black kitty! Boasting over 51,000 followers on Instagram, this local pet celebrity is famous for one thing in particular — his lack of eyelids. Allen and Laura Mason, parents to two humans and three cats, first discovered Ryder (and his condition) back in 2015. “One night we were sitting in bed, and we heard little kitten meows outside,” said Allen. “So I went back there with a flashlight and there were eight cats, but they all scattered. Then I heard another meow in an old rental truck. I rolled up the door and he was inside.” Originally thought to be a girl, Ryder was named after Honey Ryder from the James Bond novel Dr. No. As a boy, the name still works — he was trying to hitch a ride in a truck, after all. Ryder assimilated to his new surroundings immediately, but both Allen and Laura knew something wasn’t quite right from the start.

Ryder and his siblings, Vesper and Q, were all named after JAMES BOND characters. Ryder turns 7 YEARS OLD on Aug. 8 — International Cat Day! Ryder SLEEPS WITH HIS EYES OPEN, and when he’s dreaming you can see his eyes moving around! He is NOT in any PAIN. The only human food he’s ever been interested in is PEANUT BUTTER (but the doctor said that was a no-no). 64 AUGUST 2022

“We took him to the vet the very next day after we got him, and he was diagnosed with eyelid agenesis,” said Laura. “It was explained to me that it was a genetic condition where cats don’t develop their eyelids, and they usually have other eyelid abnormalities as well. For instance, Ryder also had a membrane that prevented him from moving his eyes side to side.” After taking him to a specialist in Cary, Ryder underwent surgery and had moisture-producing tissue grafted around his eyes so they wouldn’t dry out. He also had his eyes adjusted so he could move them independently, as well as laser hair removal and cryotherapy. “When some of that hair that he had lasered came in, it was white, which is why he’s got these little white eyelashes,” said Laura. “Since the surgery, his vision is really strong. He will actually catch flies and eat them. We call them sky raisins.” When he’s not catching sky raisins, Ryder uses his Instagram page to educate cat owners about his condition and spread the word that eyelid agenesis is not a death sentence. “The internet loves weird cats,” said Laura with a laugh. “We do get free toys every now and then. CatLadyBox sends us a box every month.” Although some celebrities let the fame go to their head, Ryder is just as chill and friendly as ever. By all accounts, he’s very social with people, loves snuggles, and has the personality of a dog. “I’ve known Ryder as long as I’ve known Laura, so about six years,” said Meredith Owens, Ryder’s long-term pet sitter. “I love pet sitting him because he makes you feel like you’re so special! He greets you at the door with a bunch of big meows, follows you around, and if you’re lucky he’ll bring you a toy and play fetch with you. There’s never a dull moment.” Follow Ryder at @rydernoeyelids on Instagram!

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Mozzie

Super soft and always motivated by blueberries, our 4-year-old Coton de Tulear has kept up happy spirits though all his physical challenges. He was born with a condition in his front left leg where the bones in his lower and upper segments do not connect. After visits with vets and visits to the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine, no treatment is available. Then, last October, he lost use of his back legs. We found that he had ruptured a spinal disc, which required surgery and a long recovery. He’s now fully active (with some home modifications) and doing great. We learn lessons of patience and compassion by caring for Mozzie, and are so glad for the talented veterinary care in North Carolina, especially Dr. Miller at Tyson Animal Hospital. — Amy Libbus, Cary

We at Cary Magazine love our pets, and from all the amazing photos we received for this year’s Pet Parade, we can tell you do, too! Thank you to all of our readers for taking the time to go online and submit your furry (or sometimes fishy!) family members. Pets are so special, and we loved shining a light on each and every one of them!

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Cody Cody is a Shiba Inu and Pomeranian mix. He looks like a fox, and he is sly like one, too. He is better at fetch than most retrievers. He is such an awesome dog! — Megan Zlokas, Apex

Jesse, born on 9/11/11, is a cavalier King Charles spaniel/poodle mix. He is a highly intelligent, loves everybody kind of boy. We were a therapy dog team for several years, visiting schools and libraries, where children enjoyed reading to him. — Marcia Sugg, Cary

Meet Dudley, a 52-pound, full of energy goldendoodle. Dudley enjoys spending her time outdoors, exploring the backyard, or running on the greenway with her humans. Dudley has been to the beach in Emerald Isle and the mountains in Virginia. She is trained to sit, lay down, and even “hug” her humans. Every day is an adventure for Dudley. Follow Dudley on Instagram: @MissDudleyDoodle. — Amanda Winstead, Raleigh CARY MAGAZINE 67

Toffee Toffee is an adopted tabby Siamese mix. Named after Gordon Ramsay’s signature Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee is sweet and cheeky. His favorite pastimes are stealing hair ties, napping on backpacks, and prancing around the house. He often acts more like a dog, as he plays fetch and rolls in the grass. — Kristen Chung, Durham

Vienna Lager Vienna is a 7-year-old miniature pinscher who loves Cary Greenway walks, snuggles, and hanging with her parents at Bottle Theory! — Kelly and Pavel Chtcheprov, Apex

Lu, Neo, and Oreo I would like to introduce you to my three guinea pigs: Lu, Neo, and Oreo. Lu is my rambunctious baby boy. He is always running over to the side of the cage to greet me when I walk by, and is constantly chatting about whatever he’s up to at the moment. Neo is my shy, timid girl. She’s pretty easily scared, but she does have a bit of a mischievous streak, chewing on things she shouldn’t, so I am compelled to give her snacks to chew on instead. Oreo is my big princess, with a permanent crown on her head. She’s always bossing the other two around, getting first dibs on snugly spots, and “rallying the troops” to beg for veggies. It’s never a dull moment in this household! — Rachel Sheffield, Cary

Bandit

Bandit is a 2-year-old fun-loving husky who loves being outside! He enjoys walks around the neighborhood, heading to the park, or playing in the pool. He is very friendly and wants to play with every dog he meets! — Emily Wilkins, Cary

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Piper Piper (aka Pipes, Poops, Snagglepoops) is a 3-year-old rescue from Cary’s Dog Warriors. She loves to cuddle, barks at dog passersby, and will do just about anything for a treat. She’s the queen of our house, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. — Jackie Minas, Cary

Addie and Brody These two have an amazing relationship! We adopted Brody (chocolate) from Peak Lab Rescue when he was 6, or so they thought. We have had him five years now. We got Addie from a breeder three years ago as a puppy. From the minute Addie came in the house, Brody and she have become inseparable. Can Addie be a little bully and spitfire? You better believe it, but we truly believe she is what is keeping Brody young and active. He has no problem putting her in her place when needed. When one is gone, the other is sad. Addie will sit by the window waiting for Brody to come back. Addie was the best thing we could have done for Brody and vice versa. They both have so much love to share. — Kari Moncrief, Cary

Tucker Tucker is just over 6 months old. He was born in Oklahoma on November 27, 2021. He is a Cavapoo. He is a very smart puppy and gives great hugs. He is playful and mischievous. He loves all people and animals. Our evening walks always include making new friends in the neighborhood. — Tracy Kahn, Cary

Dapper

Dapper is a sweet 4-year-old French bulldog. He underwent an emergency spinal surgery at only 2 years of age. The surgery saved his life, but left his back legs paralyzed. Dapper is full of love and energy, and what he lost in his legs he makes up for in personality! He loves life, walks on his wheels, cuddles, and bananas. — Sally Dixon, Cary

Ducky Ducky is a very happy dog. She loves to walk on Cary’s greenways and sniff all the plants. She has two cat brothers (Güs and Goat) and a dog sister (Little Lamb) that she loves to spend time with at home. — Mary Waligora, Cary

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Harper and Hank

Katrina

Harper is a 3.5-year-old German shorthaired pointer, and Hank is our 6-month-old silver Lab. Both love the outdoors, but Harper is to a ball like Hank is to a treat of any kind. Both are lovable and have their own unique personalities. Their favorite outings are in the car to ride to daycare or a long walk on the American Tobacco Trail. There isn’t a person or new friend they don’t love. We refer to them as Harper and Hank the Tank, as he is growing day by day. — Jill Schade, Apex

Katrina was rescued in 2007. In return, she has graciously allowed me to foster kittens over the years, to pay it forward! She likes to be in the same room I’m in, but must think I’d mess up that gorgeous fur because she is not a lap cat. — Kathleen Hogan, Cary

Zoe Zoe is a mini schnauzer. She is sweet, affectionate, and very good at giving you “the look,” which always makes us laugh. Zoe loves pup cups from our local coffee shop and makes a pterodactyl-like sound when she wakes up in the morning. — Kimberly Pyne, Apex 70 AUGUST 2022

Lucky We found Lucky while we were vacationing in Mexico. He had been run over and was hiding under a car. We took him to the vet to give him up for adoption, but no one wanted him. Days passed and we had to return home, and the dog couldn’t fly with us; the airline wouldn’t let him. So we contacted a person who is dedicated to taking stuff from Mexico

to the USA in his truck, and he took Lucky! We left him on a highway in Mexico, hoping he would make it to the USA safe and sound. Three days later, after crossing the border, the guy called us to pick Lucky up on a highway in Durham! He’s so happy now! He is an undocumented dog living the American dream. — Aleida Montufar, Cary

Chrysler

Ryder

Chrysler is a salty dog with lots of attitude. He tears around the yard like he is guarding a fortress, and barks and howls at every passerby. He seriously acts like Napoleon. When he is not happy, he will actually look at me with disdain, but most of the time, he is my shadow. I adopted him in January 2021. He will be 11 in August. He follows me around everywhere, and if I am sitting, he has to be near me, leaning on me. He also has to sleep under the covers at night and will poke me in the middle of the night to pick up the quilt, where he will nestle under my right arm. — Marsha Taft, Fuquay-Varina

Ryder is a wirehaired vizsla, a rare AKC breed. He is a real sweetheart! He loves the water, hiking, and watching TV. — Brian Washburn, Cary

Luna

Luna is my grand-dog. Her parents got her from a recuse shelter. Luna brings so much joy, fun, and love to our family. She’s a mixed breed, which makes her so special. — Tanya Lane-Pringle, Cary

Huckleberry Finn Huck, as he is lovingly known, is a beloved member of our family. We rescued Huck from a bad home 11 years ago. As a puppy, he would wander away from his little brothers and sisters (hence how he got his name) and travel to a nearby garbage dump. He was there when a local rescue group found him and took him in. He was covered in ticks and had red mange, but had a personality no one could resist. He was less than a year old when we adopted him. He has such an innate sense of the need to be present with someone when they are sad or lonely. Currently, he finds the need to cuddle with my son and his daughters as they go through a difficult time. He’s our little wounded healer. — Kathy Barham, Cary

Oscar Oscar is a DoxiePoo. His mother was a mini wire haired Dachshund, and his father was a mini poodle. He’s 11 pounds of love, energy, and determination. Oscar loves people and other dogs, and enjoys socializing with both. — Sarah Joyner, Cary CARY MAGAZINE 71

Peanut

Nugget Nugget is a Lachon (Lhasa apso and bichon frise mix). He is 4.5 years old. Nugget is a sweet and playful doggie who enjoys napping and long walks. Nugget also loves meeting people and other dogs. — Nicole Martaindale, Cary

Peanut, who is an 8-year-old Dutch rabbit, is a curious, playful, and obsessive groomer. He is so soft! He lives freely in our home and loves to run up and down the stairs. When he gets to the bottom, he does a big happy jump. It makes us smile every time. He knows a few words: his name, “no,” “out,” “treats,” and the phrase, “I’m going to get you,” which he knows is play time. He will run and jump as we chase him, hiding in his box, then running out at us with a big growl (rabbits can vocalize). Then we chase him again. His favorite room is the kitchen. When he hears the fridge open, he is right there standing on his hind legs begging. He enjoys going in his pet stroller for walks, too. — Carolyn Suddaby, Morrisville

Princess Mia

Elvis the King Elvis is a 3-year-old standard schnauzer who lives in Downtown Cary. He loves playing, running with other dogs, and is always ready to help with guard duty! — Karen Dumers, Cary 72 AUGUST 2022

Mia is a 14-year-old white long-haired Persian with a personality all her own! Her favorite spot to sit is on the top of the couch so that she can “look down” on everybody. She chooses when she will be friendly, who she will speak to, or if she will even acknowledge your presence! But we adore this little family member. — Linda Bailey, Cary

Jazzi Joi

Scarlett Scarlett is a 1-year-old King Charles cavalier who came to us last Christmas as a surprise from Santa. She has made our family complete and offers cuddles and laughter to our family of five, especially our three girls. Scarlett is the defender of the yard,

a gracious hostess to her canine visitors, and the chaser of squirrels, birds, and voles, keeping her yard clear of violators. It’s an exhausting job, but she does it day after day without fail. — Dana Nusbaum, Cary

Jazzi Joi is 2 years old. I call her my Covid baby. I was never getting another puppy at my age (60), but God blessed me with her. She is smart, funny, and extremely nosy. She hates storms and lawnmowers, but loves people, attention, and, of course, loves belly rubs. She really is an awesome puppy! — Jameen Gude, Raleigh

Rucker Rucker is a 10-month-old English Labrador retriever who makes our lives complete. He is training to become certified as a therapy dog working in hospitals and at Appalachian State University. He loves all people, dogs, cows, and his donkey friend. His favorite place is laying on our front deck overlooking the mountains in Boone. — Stacey Bishop, Cary

Teddy Teddy is a Bernese mountain dog and is 150 pounds of goofy, silly love and fluff. He loves attention and will come sit on my feet begging to be stroked, petted, and rubbed. His little sister is Kiki, a 6-pound Chinchilla golden Persian. She’s the boss and doesn’t put up with his goofball attempts for attention from her. — Scott Nygaard, Cary CARY MAGAZINE 73

Remy Remy is a 10-month Chihuahua rescued from the SPCA. He is a quirky little guy with one floppy ear and an underbite. He doesn’t meet anyone who isn’t his friend. He is full of personality and a skilled jumper. His favorite place to jump is on the dining room table. He loves his big dog sister, Elsa! — Jennifer Greco, Apex

Rainbow

Rainbow is our pet Betta fish, who joined our family after Santa left a fish tank for our 8- and 5-year-old boys. He has surprised us with his unique personality and has become part of the family. He loves hiding in his rock cave, but he can charm us into giving him some food by putting on a fanciful display of swimming and flaring his gorgeous fins. He also likes to have visitors, and he will come to the corner of the tank for a visit when we are nearby. — Jaime Ramsbottom, Cary

Piper

Gator Gator is 4 years old. He came to us a few months ago from a friend in Columbia, South Carolina. He’s a wonderful new addition to the family! — Julie Willis, Cary

Piper is a beautiful black and tan cocker spaniel puppy that my husband and I bought during Covid. She has been an absolute godsend during this time of isolation. We were trying to do bucket list traveling before Covid, but I told my husband that if we couldn’t travel, I wanted a dog. — Kaye Rains, Cary

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Carol

Finn

Chiqui

Carol is a sweet, silly, sometimes a little spicy, maybe 3-year-old rescue pup. We don’t know much about her history, but we do know she completes our little family perfectly with her sometimes eerily human quirks. Some of Carol’s favorite things include surveying the neighborhood from her pillow on the porch, running up and down the stairs as fast as she can, and chewing on her toys in your lap. — Emma Law, Cary

Things didn’t start out easy for this boy! Life for kitten Finn began as a starving, unwanted stray, but that all changed the day our paths crossed. From being a sickly, flea-infested baby, with love and care he blossomed into a beautiful, healthy boy who is dearly loved. Finn is very smart and will sit on command and beg for a treat like a dog. We feel so fortunate that he chose us to be his people. — Karen Rozell, Cary

Chiqui is short for “Chiquita” (little one). She weighs just 6 pounds, and she’s a Chihuahua-Yorkie mix. She can be a handful, but we are so glad we added her to our family. She waits for us at the front door every day after school, and she loves to play fetch and cuddle. She is our pandemic puppy. Our grandparents surprised us for our 12th birthday last year! — Janelle and Julianna Marrero, Cary

Astra Astra is a 2-year-old Shiba Inu. She’s a dog that acts like a cat and thinks like a human. She loves to play in the snow, go on rides in the ATV, and be given lots of attention! She loves to visit her grandma the most and run around on the farm. Astra is well trained and certainly has a personality! — Malorie Walters, Cary

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Zoe

Having Zoe was not planned. We had lost two elderly dogs and decided that we were not going to adopt any more dogs. It was too painful to say goodbye. When Zoe came into our lives, she brought so much joy, so much laughter, and so much entertainment. We’ve had several dogs in the 20+ years that we’ve been married, but Zoe is the most spoiled dog ever. She loves both of us, but she has a love affair with my husband, Jason. It’s funny because Jason did not want to get a pit bull. I would never ask Jason to choose between Zoe and me because I know that I would be gone. He loves her to pieces, and so do I. — JoAnn Hodges, Pittsboro

Finn Finn is a dream dog!! I got Finn in October 2020 because someone was looking to rehome him. He was a year old then. He was definitely timid and didn’t trust us. Now he is such a great dog and is awesome to everyone he meets. My parents fell in love with him and got a DNA test done on him to try and get the same breed mix. His DNA test came back with 17 different breeds. Finn is definitely a one-of-a-kind pup!! — Max Kahn, Cary

Snoopy

I just started this collection comparing Snoopy to people or things I’ve seen before. He has tons of personality, an obvious sense of humor, and he does whatever it takes for attention or a marathon belly rub! His favorite toy is a stuffed squirrel since he can’t have the ones outside. — Stephanie Perryman, Durham 76 AUGUST 2022

Roman and Bella Roman and Bella are the best dogs in the world! Both are silly and sweet rescues from Saving Grace. They enjoy sunning on our balcony, belly rubs, and long walks in Bond Park with Grampy. —Allie Johnson, Cary

Macadamia and Cashew Dino

Dino came into our lives last year, and I immediately fell in love with him. He is playful, loving, and just plain awesome. He loves soup, ice cream, and any other food scraps we will throw his way. — Tanya Occhipinti, Apex

Penny Penny is a teacup poodle that will be 6 in July. She weighs in at 2.7 pounds. She thinks she’s 50 pounds, and can be very bossy at home, but when out in the world she realizes everything is a lot bigger than her and stays close to my side! — Kelly Scott, Morrisville

Mac and Cash (@mac_n_cash) are two sweet sisters, born 11 days apart and now 2 years old. They are newly big sisters to their first hu-

man little brother and have taken to their jobs like pros! Cashew even runs canicross with mom! — Jayme Ferslew, Cary

Kyle Dyson and Karen Louise Kyle has been a member of our family for about three years now. He is a German shepherd and is approximately 5 years old. He is a lovable guy who looks tough, but he’s actually scared of his own shadow. He is also a rescue and became a part of our family through German Shepherd Rescue and Adoptions. Karen has been a part of our family for

about a year now. She is a playful and sweet German shepherd who can, indeed, act like a “Karen.” We were able to add her to the family thanks to German Shepherd Rescue and Adoptions. Karen loves to judge, run the agility course, and lounge with her ball. — John and Melissa Flanagan, Fuquay-Varina CARY MAGAZINE 77

Beanie Beanie is a 3-month-old white AKCregistered Siberian husky. She also goes by her nickname, Toasted Marshmallow! She loves to talk and play with her older brother, Pierre the cat. She is most known for her husky howl on TikTok that got her lots of love at 2.8 million views! Beanie loves to go on walks and cuddle in my lap! — Megan Pintell, Apex

Oberon “Obi” and Orion “Rye”

These kitties are out of this world! Obi (3, Russian Blue) and Rye (1, tabby and Siamese) are the best of buds, love to cuddle, chase ice cubes, and rip around. They are two of the most people-friendly cats you will ever meet, but also like to get a little naughty. They know how to open doors, turn on faucets, ovens, and more! We can’t imagine life without our two space cats. — Joan Lyons, Cary

Harley Harley’s a fun-loving, goofy, and full of character 3-year-old Labradoodle. She’s happy and loyal, plus so great with the whole family. She’s energetic and always ready to walk no matter the time of day. Her favorite thing is going to pick up the kids from school. — Christie Stevens, Raleigh

Brandon Butterscotch Our Brandon boy just turned 15. He has the sweetest personality. He loves to be held like a baby and be with people. He follows his human mom like a puppy. Where mom goes, he goes throughout the house all day. He likes to be walked outside in his yard on a leash. He spends a lot of his naps in the sun on the outdoor patio and loves the heat. He is our only pet and we love him. — Crystal Wilding, Apex 78 AUGUST 2022

Bentley Bo

Bentley is 8 years old and a very fun loving, snuggly, playful dog who loves having company at our home. When someone comes for a visit, he does the bichon blitz and runs up and down off the sofa and all around. His happiness is catchy, and he makes you smile. — Kristy Rupright, Apex

Aiden Aiden is the sweetest boy who is loving his move to Cary from Syracuse, NY. He loves to spend time lounging in the sun, eating treats, and most of all, spending time with his mom.

Aiden will greet you at the door, come when called, and zoom around — hunting the occasional lizard. He’s the best, most loving boy! — Katie Cooper, Cary

Bellatrix

Sabrina

Sabrina is a lovable 8-year-old German shepherd rescue. I adopted her when she was approximately 9 months old from the SPCA Long Beach when we lived in SoCal. She loves to give high fives, play with her toys, and give kisses. When she was younger, we would visit residents of an assisted living as part of their pet therapy program. We love living in Cary and enjoying the beautiful parks and greenways. — Barbara Livesy, Cary

Bella came to us as a foster from Pandora’s Paws rescue in Randleman, NC. What was supposed to be a temporary situation quickly became permanent. We fell in love with this tiny, terrified, skinny little kitten. With a lot of love, patience, and Rey’s Restaurant filet and salmon, she became healthy and happy. She loves her cat condo, going out on the screened porch (in one-minute intervals), and collapses when we walk in the house, begging for belly rubs. — Christina Reeves, Raleigh CARY MAGAZINE 79

Gunner

Gunner is truly one of a kind. He is a gentle giant that absolutely loves everyone. He gives the best hugs to everyone he meets (that wants one) and will lay on top of you and lick your face. His favorite place is Starbucks (Maynard and Chapel Hill Road). His fan club is there, and he loves his pup cups. He loves to get dressed up and pose for pictures. He and I are stuck together like glue. — Stacy Parker, Cary

Mojo Jojo, Hazel, Trevor, Remington, andAshe Trevor (aka Tiny T) is a brave, strong man who received a second chance at life. Trevor, 3.5 pounds and 6 years old, was rescued with 20 to 30 other Chihuahuas from a hoarding situation. T and his other Chihuahua friends all lived outside their whole lives with no medical care. I happened to be working at a vet hospital that partnered with the group T was rescued by. I put in to adopt him before he left the hospital that day, and we’ve been together for a year now. Ashe is a 5-year-old silver Lab mix. He 80 AUGUST 2022

is a gentle giant and a bit problematic in the health department. Part of him being a silver Lab means he is very sensitive. He has severe anxiety, as well as allergies, and spends lots of time having special treatments to help him through. Hazel is a 4-year-old Chihuahua terrier mix. She’s known as the tiny terror. Her favorite activities include digging and playing with her siblings. Remington is an 8-year-old ragdoll. After picking her up at the Wake County Ani-

mal Shelter as a kitten, Remi has become a staple in helping new animals acclimate. She acts like a dog, mostly (loves cuddles, belly rubs, and chicken). Named after the crazy monkey in the Powerpuff Girls, Mojo Jojo (Jo Jo for short) is the newest member of the family. He was found all alone in a soccer field in the summer heat a few weeks ago. His personality immediately shined through. He has loved having new dog siblings to play with. — Amber Sheppard, Raleigh

Maui

This is Maui, or @MauiTheMonster on Instagram! She loves going out for adventures and drinks. Maui hopes that someday Cary will have a dog bar, like West Street Dog in Raleigh. She also loves any type of water, pool, lake, hose, or even the fridge. Her favorite place to be is on her blow-up yacht with her bestie, Harley (@thehungry.harley). Maui was born and raised in Cary and appreciates all the dogfriendly places in the area. — Dana Duvernay, Cary

Cheetah

Cheetah started racing around from the moment she was born (and is she ever fast)! It’s almost impossible to catch a photo of her midflight, so the most treasured pic of her is the rare resting state as shown here. Cheetah is not really the fastest land animal, but she’s certainly a quick Chihuahua. — MG, Apex

Winnie

Winnie is a 1-year-old muted calico who was born under a woodpile in our niece’s backyard. She is an indoor cat, but spends a lot of time looking out the windows and on our balcony watching birds and bugs. She waits by our front door sleeping on a rug when we are gone. It is such fun having a cat! — Helen Price, Cary

Lola

Lola is a sassy, lovable, human-like Lab pointer mix with a funny personality. She has little patience for her parents’ antics, and shows it with lots of sighs. She can be a bit defensive when it comes to her pack and her food, but she is very friendly once she gets to know you and sniff you! — Rebecca Parker, Cary CARY MAGAZINE 81

Brie Brie is a 1.5-year-old chocolate Labradoodle from Prestige Labradoodles. She is sweet and playful, and loves to chase and play fetch with other dogs in Cary Park. She’ll be your best friend if you give her a treat. Follow her on Instagram at @brie.cheese.doodle. — Rocio Lopez, Cary

Otis and Willie

My boys waiting patiently for their dinner. — Joyce D’Alessio, Cary

Margo

Margo is a rescue pup. She is smart, playful, and affectionate. She was the runt of her litter but the feistiest one of them all, holding her own against brothers twice her size. Adopt, don’t shop! Breed-specific rescues are a great place to look if wanting a specific breed of dog. Rescues need love, too, and there are a lot of pups in need of forever homes. — Naomi Cline, Cary 82 AUGUST 2022

Beaker and Tux

Both rescues. Beaker (14) was found on the streets of Durham as a stray and adopted from Carolina Pet Rescue. Tux (7) was

found as a tiny kitten under a car. Both run the household and are best buddies! — Anna Slay, Cary

Cassie

Cassie is our grand-dog, our son’s and daughter-in-law’s pet. We dog-sit as needed, but Cassie feels like our dog. Cassie is a 4-year-old Labradoodle. Cassie is one of those pets that is considered a true member of the family. She is friendly, obedient, loving, and lovable. She instinctively knows if one of us doesn’t feel well. She likes to hang with the family or play in the yard. Cassie enjoys long walks. Cassie and I roughhouse together. When she growls, I know she’s enjoying herself. She shoves her nose at you or pulls my hand with her paw when she wants attention. She’s Cassie, and that’s all she needs to be. — Lewis Lokitz, Cary

Cary We adopted Cary from Almost Home when she was 6 months old when we were living in New Jersey. Six years later, we moved our family to what is now our forever home in Cary. Everyone loves Cary! She greets everyone with a big hug and loves people, especially babies. She loves to sunbathe, go for walks, and go on vacation. She’s also very smart and loves and protects her family. She’s also the pickiest eater. Cary will not eat a crumb off the floor unless it’s steak or salmon. With twin boys, I was hoping she would help clean up much of the mess on the floor! Cary is an amazing and loyal dog, and we’re so happy she’s part of our family. — Lisa Kropilak, Cary

Loki

Bella

All dogs are beautiful and special! Bella is loving, sweet, and has a ton of energy. We are so lucky she chose us. — Lisa Gonsalves, Cary

We adopted Loki from Saving Grace a year ago. He’s a 3-year-old Carolina dog mix. He’s named after the Marvel character, Loki, who’s the god of mischief. This dog is definitely mischief at times. He’s a loving, sweet dog that never barks and doesn’t play; all he loves to do is kiss my hand, arm, and be petted. He’s come a long way in a year. For a dog that’s timid, he loves the mailman, and jumps in and out of bathtub for a bath on his own. He also gets excited after Bonanza goes off. As I hum the theme song, he knows that’s when it’s time to go outside. He has two tabby cat sisters. He’s protective of them. He loves to watch TV, too. — Robin Barham, Cary

Sansa Sansa is very easygoing, but spoiled! She knows what she wants and tries to do her best to get it. She is also very sweet. When you are tired, she will cuddle next to you and make you feel so content and relaxed. She is cute and she knows it. When she passes by other dogs, she always waits for them to come over and play and flirt with her. She is also very loyal, especially with my daughter, Coco. She always guards her by the stairs when Coco is upstairs studying or sleeping to be sure nobody interrupts her! We love you, Sansa! — Wendy Pannell, Cary CARY MAGAZINE 83

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Explore Family Fun Summer Adventures in Your Own Backyard WRITTEN & PHOTOGRAHED BY ERICA DELONG

WITH GAS AND LIFE IN GENERAL costing a fortune, it’s nice to know we have so many fun places in our area to enjoy that won’t break the bank. First, let me introduce myself! I’m Erica DeLong, host of The Erica Show on iHeart Radio and often seen on local affiliates like My Carolina CBS. My favorite — and most important — role is mama to our two babies, our four-legged rescue, and wifey to Boston. We live in the Morrisville/Cary area, and we love to make life an adventure! No matter how big 84 AUGUST 2022

or small, you can always turn something into an adventure. If you live in this area, you know … we are so lucky to call this place home! If not, welcome! This is where you find charm, hospitality, great food, history, culture, and art all wrapped in one. If you’re looking for a few more day adventures to check out before the summer zips by, here are a few of our recent faves — familyfriendly and a great way to enjoy a Saturday or Sunday.

Downtown Cary

It’s gorgeous and continues to grow with the 6-acre park expansion opening in 2023. Start with brunch at Peck & Plume at The Mayton. Sit on the terrace if your pup is with you. Get there early or put your name down and go explore. Then, do a scavenger hunt with the family along Academy Street. We do this during the holidays, and it’s always a hit.

Once you’ve done all this walking, it’s time for ice cream from Fresh Local. Honestly, you can’t go wrong in downtown Cary day or night — it’s beautiful with so many dining options!

Bond Park

The park is open from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., so you can make it a full day. Our family loves to rent the pedal boats. They also offer kayaks and canoes, mostly on a first-come, firstserved basis. Bond Park provides life preservers for infants through adults, but you must be 18 to sign the paperwork! Your fur babies can’t join in on this activity. Also — new and cool — their challenge course that opened last year offers two levels and includes ziplining and rope walls. It’s perfect for team-building gatherings and for smaller groups of 10 or less. You can enjoy the playground and a picnic while there. If it’s a special occasion or just because, have a company like Sweet T Picnics come out and set everything up for you. You just show up and enjoy a beautiful lakeside picnic that’s custom designed for you! Learn about them at sweettpicnics.com.

Jean’s Neighborhood Market

Y’all, I LOVE this cute little gem and the family history behind it. A family-run business with strawberries and produce, but they’ve also added gift items to their store with some of NC’s favorites. Visit their social at @JeansMarketApex. Don’t forget the yummy doughnut truck outside, farm equipment to entertain the kids, and lady fingers to stock up your freezer! In October they make a big to-do for pumpkin season, too!

Garden Supply Company

We are here throughout the year for all seasons! We love to let the kids each pick a flower or plant and enjoy a day of family garden-

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ing, even if it’s just to put flowers in a flowerpot outside of the door. On the way home, we usually stop for lunch at Abbey Road, which is dog friendly and has games for the kids outside.

The Perfect Piece

I could spend days in this store, as my husband would tell you! When I was pregnant searching for things for the kids’ nurseries, I’d often tell him to wait in the car. ”I’ll be right back.” Every time, my husband would come looking for me and then get sucked in too! This has now become a family adventure. Much of our house is decorated through The Perfect Piece. Before the summer ends, send the family in to pick their perfect piece for their rooms. You can also select something as a family to “make your own” for your home. As I type this, I literally looked around my house to see what else we could use to spruce things up! We’ve purchased everything from chairs to wall hangings to pillow shams and Christmas ornaments. Many great finds for the whole family.

Web Extra: Check out our web edition for a printable version of Erica’s personal scavenger hunt!

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AnimalKind

AnimalKind board vice president Brad Hill, store manager David Martinez, and board president Frank Gordon.

ANIMALKIND, founded by Joan Ott in 1998, originally started as a spay/neuter awareness campaign to address the overpopulation of adoptable cats and dogs in shelters across North Carolina. According to the Public Animal Shelter Report released by the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, more than 35,000 pets were euthanized in 2021. Although prevention is the best solution, spaying and neutering can cost hundreds of dollars depending on the size of the animal. Over the years, AnimalKind’s mission — to end the unnecessary euthanasia of dogs and cats in NC — has evolved to include programming designed to provide financial assistance to low-income pet owners. 88 AUGUST 2022

The three pillars of AnimalKind are the ReTails Thrift Shop, the $20 Fix, and the SpayNC Helpline. Founded by Sabine French and board president Frank Gordon, ReTails Thrift Shop has a little bit of everything, from furniture and electronics to women’s clothing, all housed in a 4,000-square-foot space. 100% of net profits support AnimalKind’s mission to help disadvantaged NC residents get their animals spayed or neutered. “The reason ReTails is so popular is because it’s a treasure hunt — you can find things in thrift stores that are actually quite valuable,” said Gordon. “If you spend a lot of time in thrift stores checking them out, ReTails is on a different level, and people like

that. I know the biggest sale item we have there is women’s clothing, and we pay a lot of attention in the back before we put stuff out in the front. We’re pretty careful about what we’re putting out there on the floor for sale, especially in that category, and people know it. And the more people that know it, the bigger our customer base becomes.” Unlike many thrift stores, ReTails adopts a “waste not, want not” policy when it comes to donations. When items don’t make it to the floor, they are recycled instead of thrown into a landfill. So even if your donation isn’t chosen, it can still make a profit and assist AnimalKind in its mission. “When you go to ReTails, you’re putting your hands right on AnimalKind,” said Brad Hill, board vice president and longtime supporter of AnimalKind. “When you walk into ReTails, you’re walking into our office. So that’s a great way to start getting involved — just talk with the people who work there, look at the merchandise, and buy something.” AnimalKind’s $20 Fix Spay/Neuter program has helped over 22,000 cats and dogs since 2004 by providing financial assistance for low-income families in Alamance and Orange County. Residents in these counties are asked to go to the website and fill out an application to see if they qualify for assistance. A lot of people can’t afford to get their animal fixed, but they know what a litter of 10 kittens in spring means — it means economic ruin for them. Or heartbreak, because something bad’s going to happen to those 10 kittens and they’ll end up in the shelter,” said Gordon. “So those human beings who are able to take advantage of our programs — those are the smiles, those are the success stories, and that’s where the payoff is for us.”

ReTails Thrift Shop has a little bit of everything, from women’s clothing, furniture, electronics, and more — all housed in a 4,000-square-foot space.

Clothing is one of the most popular categories at ReTails, with women’s clothing being their biggest seller. The staff takes extra care with what they put out on the floor, making sure everything is clean, appropriate, and in optimal condition.

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The discovery of a good book or the perfect conversation piece makes for an exciting treasure hunt experience at ReTails!

100% of net profits support AnimalKind’s mission to help NC residents get their animals spayed or neutered.

In addition to an online map of the most current spay-neuter options in your area, AnimalKind offers the SpayNC Helpline, available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This toll-free number provides a statewide referral service for reduced-cost spay/ neuters for those who can’t afford to get their pets fixed. All calls are answered by personnel at ReTails Thrift Shop. “We help everybody that comes in the door or calls in. My staff are one of a kind. They are unique, they are always helpful, and they love people and pets,” said store manager David Martinez. “I do this for the love of people and the love of pets. That’s the one thing that drives me and keeps me coming into work.” At AnimalKind, the easiest way to lend a helping hand is to simply shop! In addition to their thrift store, AnimalKind offers beautiful pet-themed memorial or honor cards that can be ordered directly on their website,

vided by AnimalKind, complete with sample flyers, newsletters, and useful advice on how to get started. “You can go to ReTails and get rid of your stuff. You can go to ReTails and volunteer. You can go to ReTails and shop. You can call Brad or me and say, ‘I really want to be involved in the leadership of this organization’ and get on the board. Those are the main things you can do,” said Gordon. “If you follow sports, championshiplevel players will tell you it’s not really about the wins, it’s about the losses. They’re motivated by the fear of failure because they can’t stand losing. And I don’t like losing either, but more specifically, I don’t like going to the county animal shelter. I can’t go there and not want to take them all home. Everything we do is to avoid that pain and that circumstance. And that feels good to me.” t animalkind.org

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with 100% of net profits from the sale going to support their programs. These can be ordered in memory of a beloved person or pet or to mark a special occasion — the choice is yours! AnimalKind’s mission would not be possible without donations of every kind, whether it’s people hand delivering items straight to the store or money submitted online via their website. “When you donate through the website you’re making a pure injection of helpful resources that you know are targeted to the actual problem,” said Hill. Volunteers are always needed at ReTails, so be sure to swing by their location off of Spring Forest Road in Raleigh to assist in the office or help in-store. Individuals, school groups, service organizations, and those needing community service hours are all welcome. Anyone can host a donation drive for ReTails with the help of a donation drive toolkit pro-

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TapStation in Apex pays homage to Holt & Sons, a longtime automobile service station.

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TapStation WHEN IT COMES TO RUNNING A BUSINESS that depends on walk-in customers, location is paramount. TapStation, a family-friendly restaurant and brewery that opened in May, might be the most perfectly positioned spot in Apex. Situated on the busy corner of West Williams and South Salem streets near downtown, the two-story space includes a rooftop patio bar, a playground, and ample outdoor seating. The building formerly housed Holt & Sons, a longtime automotive service station, and the new owners have gone to great lengths to preserve the nostalgic vibe. “We wanted to maintain the essence and historic status of the building, so we designed the new concept around the service station theme,” explained Jonathan Pierce, founder and managing partner of TapStation along with his wife, Maggie Pierce, as well

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as Jeff and Meredith Kromenhoek. The two couples also co-founded Scratch Kitchen & Taproom, which has locations in downtown Apex and downtown Cary. About three years ago, Jeff Kromenhoek casually approached Jonathan Pierce with an intriguing proposition. “I remember Jeff saying, ‘Hey, what do you want to do with that old gas station on the corner?’” Pierce said. “He then started talking about the idea of a rooftop bar concept.” After purchasing the property, the new proprietors underwent an extensive process to renovate the building while maintaining its status on the historic registry. Architectural planning took eight months. The Town of Apex had to approve the construction of a second level, which is essentially floating atop the original building, albeit on reinforced steel and fortified concrete.

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We wanted to maintain the essence and historic status of the building, so we designed the new concept around the service station theme.” — Jonathan Pierce, Founder & Managing Partner

LOWER LEFT: Vibrant murals were painted by talented artist Max Dowdle. LOWER RIGHT: Among the tempting tater tots, the buffalo and bang bang are crowd-pleasers.

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TOP: Ample outdoor seating is available. MIDDLE: There’s also plenty of room for large groups. LOWER: Original walls reveal concrete evidence of the building’s historic roots.

“We encountered a lot of hurdles, especially since a lot of the planning and construction happened during the pandemic,” Pierce said. “Ultimately, everything came together well.” Endeavoring to stay true to the roots of the classic service station, the owners commissioned local artists Mark “Bash” Hill and his wife, Lola Hill, who specialize in repurposing authentic vintage cars, parts, and signs from the 1940s, ’50s, and ’60s. On the rooftop patio sits a prominently positioned 1957 Chevy 3000 series cabover truck converted into a booth. Elsewhere, Ford Model A axles have been custom fabricated into beer taps. Antique oil cans now serve as light fixtures throughout TapStation. Timeworn signs fill the walls, while old-fashioned gas pump handles serve as faucets in the restrooms. Hillsborough-based artist Max Dowdle painted eye-catching murals on the building’s walls. “To be able to be part of such a wonderful project as TapStation was pleasing on an artistic, as well as a broadly aesthetic, level,” Dowdle said. “I was immensely pleased to add so much life and dynamic color through the use of paint.” TapStation’s ultra-casual environment beckons guests to relax, hang out, and have a great time. And there’s plenty of room for a crowd. “We have space for about 400 people,” said Meredith Kromenhoek. “We want to be a fun gathering place, and providing a rooftop dining experience is something new and different for Apex.” Locals are finding much to like here, not the least of which is an impressive offering of craft beer and quality bourbon. “Many of the beers are from Mason Jar Lager Company, but a lot are being made on-site,” Pierce said. “We also have at least 60 varieties of curated bourbons.” As for the food, elevated shareable appetizers abound. We strongly suggest you select several for the table, especially if you have hungry kids in tow. The wildly popular

What goes better with oversized hot dogs and beer brats than a craft cocktail or adult milkshake?

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2-pound pretzel arrives with kickin’ mustard and beer cheese dip. Order the bang-bang tater tots tossed in a habit-forming spicy sauce and sprinkled with green onions and toasted tuxedo sesame seeds. Pimento cheese egg rolls come stuffed with veggie filling and are served alongside red pepper jam. The “Clucking Good” section of the menu offers multiple mouth-watering takes on the classic chicken sandwich. Try the Nashville-inspired Hot, with dill pickles and coleslaw. Or go with Fancy, which involves Gouda cheese, lemon-kissed arugula, red onion, and truffle aioli. There are half a dozen different smash-style burgers, including the topselling All-American with cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, diced onions, and a signature comeback sauce. Consider the Rise and Shine with American cheese, fried egg, bacon jam, smashed tots, and kickin’

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TOP: A custom fabricated Model A axle serves as a multi-tap beer dispenser. LOWER: (Left to right) Siblings Shannon Murphy, Brian Murphy, and Meghan Murphy enjoy lunch inside a converted ’57 Chevy 3000 cabover truck.

TOP LEFT: Nashville-inspired hot chicken sandwich with tots. LOWER LEFT: Pimento cheese egg rolls with red pepper jam. TOP RIGHT: The Green Goddess Cobb and beet and goat cheese arugula salads. MIDDLE RIGHT: Grilled cheese sandwich with house-cut fries. LOWER RIGHT: Funnel cake with salted bourbon caramel.

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An onsite brewery keeps craft beer flowing day and night.

ketchup. You’ll be glad for the roll of paper towels at the center of the table so you can wipe your chin often. Oversized all-beef hotdogs also vie for consideration. For a straightforward option, choose the Carolina dog with kickin’ mustard, chili, and coleslaw or the Slum dog with bacon, beer cheese, onions, and chili. More adventurous possibilities include the Chicago dog with a fried pickle spear and sport peppers, or the jalapeño-stuffed Popper dog wrapped in applewood bacon and crowned with beer cheese sauce and ranch spread.

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Bratwurst fans will appreciate the Korean slaw brat simmered in Holt & Hops beer and served with kimchi, Asian slaw, kickin’ mustard, and kickin’ ketchup. The Hawaiian brat features grilled pineapple-mango salsa, fresh jalapenos, avocado slices, kickin’ mustard, and cilantro. For a first-rate artisanal grilled cheese sandwich, be sure to order the Figgy Piggy with Applewood-smoked bacon, goat and provolone cheese, arugula, and house-made fig jam on sourdough. Even the classic grilled cheese contains a twist: It’s made with cheddar cheese and cream cheese. In the mood for a salad? Available in “half tank” and “full tank” versions, you’ll get your fill with any of the five tempting selections. The Green Goddess Cobb features three types of greens topped with grilled chicken, grape tomatoes, bacon, boiled egg, feta, pickled onions, and Holt & Hops IPA-roasted spent grain. It’s drizzled with a sublime scratch-made green goddess

Vintage oil cans have been transformed into light fixtures.

dressing. And don’t ignore the simple goodness of the beet and goat cheese arugula salad with lemon-honey vinaigrette. “We wanted our salads to stand out,” Pierce says. “People may be surprised to see that a burger place has such good salads.” For dessert, lean toward an adult milkshake like the bourbon vanilla with salted bourbon caramel or a house root beer float. There’s also apple pie egg rolls or funnel cake with powdered sugar. “Funnel cake just feels nostalgic,” said Meredith Kromenhoek. “It goes well with the gas station theme.” When you go, don’t be surprised if the parking lot is completely full. Additional spaces are accessible on both sides of Salem Street and also at nearby Apex First Baptist Church (except Sunday mornings). TapStation is open Tuesday through Sunday with continuous service for lunch and dinner. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. t TapStation 320 South Salem St., Apex tapstationapex.com

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June 1 // Craig Woolard Trio June 8 // Tommy Niemann June 15 // Aaron Pelsue June 22 // Garland Mason June 29 // Mary Selvidge July 6 // Paul Bomar Trio July 13 // Paige King Johnson July 20 // Jason Adamo July 27 // Presley Free August 3 // Tommy Niemann August 10 // Paul Bomar Trio August 17 // Aaron Pelsue August 24 // Garland Mason August 31 // Jason Adamo September 7 // Mary Selvidge September 14 // Jared Place September 21 // Paige King Johnson September 28 // Tommy Niemann Band Guests can enjoy a variety of acoustic acts along with strolling entertainers including Magicians, Balloon Twisters, Facepainters, Caricature Artists, and Jugglers. Plan dinner at one of the restaurant patios or bring a blanket to The Park to enjoy the complimentary entertainment. Wine and beer will be available for purchase on-site. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted.

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WITH SUMMER IN FULL SWING, what better time to enjoy a nice cold, refreshing beer? In this episode of Liquid Assets, we head over to Wake Forest for an award-winning Kölsch from White Street Brewing Company. Although the Kölsch wasn’t the brewery’s first beer brewed — it was actually the Scottish — the Kölsch quickly became one of the brewery’s best sellers. Brewed with Pilsner malts imported from Germany, this refreshing beer gets its dry and fruity finish from characteristics found in a specific yeast strain that originated in Köln, Germany, the birthplace of Kölsch. White Street’s Kölsch has a subtle cracker malt flavor and slight hints of apple on the nose. In 2014, the Kölsch won a gold medal at the World Beer Cup, and the rest is history for the brewery. Today, this perfect

beer that pays tribute to Köln Biergarten traditions can be found at your local bottle shops and grocery stores. In Germany, brewers and drinkers alike often add fruit juices or lemonade to their Kölsch, depending on the season. White Street Brewing Company is building on those traditions by infusing their Kölsch with fruit flavors in their Fruitfinity series. Last winter, the brewery started with a blend of pomegranate and cranberry, which added a nice tartness to the beer.

And now, with the warmer weather, the brewery's latest version of Fruitfinity is its Tangerine Kölsch. This beer is a blend of tangerine and pineapple, bringing a very tropical and citrusy wave of bliss. According to White Street Key Accounts Manager Will Haddock, the beer tastes like a mimosa in a can. And that’s not all. This summer, also look for their Key Lime Kölsch, which Haddock says “is super crisp, tangy, and refreshing. It's a great beer to battle those hot, heavy days.”

Dathan Kazsuk is co-owner of the beer, wine, and travel website Triangle Around Town, trianglearoundtown.com. The website and its digital publications help promote the craft beer and wine industries within the state.

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Dining Guide A SELECTION OF RESTAURANTS, BAKERIES, BISTROS, AND CAFES

IN CARY, APEX, FUQUAY-VARINA, HOLLY SPRINGS, MORRISVILLE, AND RALEIGH

CARY Abbey Road Tavern & Grill “Great food … outstanding live music.” 1195 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 481-4434; abbeyroadnc.com

Ashworth Drugs “Quintessential place for fresh-squeezed lemonade, old-fashioned milkshakes and hot dogs.” 105 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 467-1877; ashworthdrugs.com

Academy Street Bistro “A fresh take on eclectic cuisine in the heart of Cary.” 200 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 377-0509; academystreetbistro.com

A Taste of Jamaica Family-owned, authentic dine-in and take-out Jamaican restaurant. 600 East Chatham St., Cary; (919) 461-0045; tasteofjamaicanc.com

Alex & Teresa’s Italian Pizzeria & Trattoria “Authentic Italian recipes and homemade pasta.” 941 N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 377-0742; alexandteresastrattoria.com

Awaze Ethiopian Cuisine “East African eatery showcasing vegetarian and vegan options.” 904 Northeast Maynard Road, Cary (919) 377-2599 awazecuisine.com

Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream “Premium quality ice cream and sorbet.” 10120 Green Level Church Road #208, Cary; (919) 901-8560; 1008 Ryan Road, Cary; (919) 234-0037; andiasicecream.com Annelore’s German Bakery “Authentic German pastries, breads and pretzels” 308 W. Chatham St., Cary (919) 267-6846 anneloresbakery.com Asali Desserts & Café A gourmet sweet shop crossed with a refined coffeehouse. 107 Edinburgh Dr., Suite 106-A, Cary (919) 362-7882 asalicafe.com

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Baked Cookies & Dough “Edible cookie dough, soft serve ice cream and family-friendly treats.” 107 Edinburgh South Dr., Cary (919) 377-0058; bakedcary.com Big Dom’s Bagel Shop “Serving bagels, B’donuts and sandwiches” 203 E Chatham St., Cary; (919) 377-1143; bigdomsbagelshop.com The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.” 231 Grande Heights Drive, Cary; (919) 468-6007; thebigeasyovenandtap.com

Big Mike’s BBQ “Beers on tap to complement locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 1222 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 799-2023; brewnquenc.com Bonefish Grill “Fresh is our signature.” 2060 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-1347; bonefishgrill.com Bosphorus Restaurant “Traditional Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.” 329-A N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 460-1300; bosphorus-nc.com BottleDog Bites & Brews “A casual place to relax and enjoy unconventional food and craft beer” 8306 Chapel Hill Road, Cary; (919) 390-1617; bottledogcary.com Bravo’s Mexican Grill “Extensive menu raises the ante considerably above the typical Tex-Mex.” 208 Grande Heights Drive, Cary (919) 481-3811; bravosmexicangrill.net Brecotea Baking Studio “Abundant sweet and savory selections.” 1144 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 234-1555; brecotea.com Brewster’s Pub “Open late, serving a full food and drink menu.” 1885 Lake Pine Drive, Cary (919) 650-1270; brewsterspubcary.com

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Buldaegi BBQ House “Contemporary Korean BBQ.” 2470 Walnut St., Cary; (919) 703-0400; buldaegi.com Burrito Shak “Quality fresh-Mex cuisine, featuring slowroasted pulled pork, house-rubbed chicken breast, carne asada and battered Atlantic cod.” 2982 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 267-6772; Burritoshak.com Cha House “A relaxing place to sip quality tea and enjoy good conversation” 1319 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (984) 465-0498; chahouseusa.com Chanticleer Café & Bakery “Family-owned restaurant serving up breakfast, lunch and specialty coffees.” 6490 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 781-4810; chanticleercafe.com Chef’s Palette “Creative flair and originality in every aspect of our service.” 3460 Ten Ten Road, Cary; (919) 267-6011; chefspalette.net Chicken Salad Chick Gourmet chicken salad, called “the best in America.” 302 Colonades Way, Suite 202 (Waverly Place), Cary (984) 207-5516; chickensaladchick.com/cary-nc/ Cilantro Indian Café “Northeast Indian cuisine with fresh ingredients and halal meats.” 107 Edinburgh S. Drive , Suite 107, Cary; (919) 234-1264; cilantroindia.com

CinéBistro “Ultimate dinner-and-a-movie experience.” 525 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 987-3500; cinebistro.com/waverly

Danny’s Bar-B-Que “All slow-cooked on an open pit with hickory wood.” 311 Ashville Ave. G, Cary; (919) 851-5541; dannysbarbque.com

Cinnaholic “Over-the-top, decadent cinnamon rolls.” 1209 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 650-1407; cinnaholiccary.com

Di Fara Pizza Tavern “We don’t cut any corners when it comes to ingredients.” 111 East Chatham St., Cary; (919) 678-5300; difarapizzatavern.com

City Barbeque “Barbeque in its truest form.” 1305 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 439-5191; citybbq.com Coffee & Crepes “Freshly prepared sweet and savory crepes.” 315 Crossroads Blvd., Cary; (919) 233-0288; coffeeandcrepes.com Corbett’s Burgers & Soda Bar “Good old-fashioned burgers and bottled soda.” 126 Kilmayne Drive, Cary; (919) 466-0055; corbettsburgers.com Craft Public House “Casual family restaurant.” 1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 601, Cary; (919) 851-9173; craftpublichouse.com

Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.” 1979 High House Road, Cary; (919) 388-9930; dohertysirishpubnc.com Duck Donuts “Warm, delicious and just the way you like them.” 100 Wrenn Drive #10, Cary; (919) 468-8722; duckdonuts.com/location/cary-nc Enrigo Italian Bistro “Fresh food made from pure ingredients.” 575 New Waverly, Suite 106, Cary; (919) 854-7731; dineenrigo.com

Crema Coffee Roaster & Bakery “Family-owned and operated.” 1983 High House Road, Cary; (919) 380-1840; cremacoffeebakery.com Crosstown Pub & Grill “A straight-forward menu covers all the bases.” 140 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 650-2853; crosstowndowntown.com Crumbl Cookies “Cookies baked fresh all day, every day.” 1105 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 364-1100 crumblcookies.com Custom Confections “Custom cheesecakes made locally.” 1187 West Chatham St., Cary; customconfections.net; instagram.com/cary_confections

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Brig’s “Breakfast creations, cool salads and hot sandwich platters.” 1225 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 481-9300; 1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 604, Cary; (919) 859-2151; brigs.com

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Dining Guide Famous Toastery “Top-notch service for breakfast, brunch and lunch.” Waverly Place Shopping Center, 316 Colonades Way, Suite 201C, Cary; (919) 655-1971; famoustoastery.com Five Guys Burgers and Fries 1121 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 380-0450; fiveguys.com Goodberry’s Frozen Custard 1146 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 467-2386 2325 Davis Drive, Cary; (919) 469-3350; goodberrys.com Great Harvest Bread Co. “Real food that tastes great.” 1220 NW Maynard Road, Cary (919) 460-8158; greatharvestcary.com Gonza Tacos y Tequila “Award-winning Colombian-Mexican cuisine.” 525-105 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 653-7310; gonzatacosytequila.com

Hank’s Downtown Dive “Relaxed restaurant serving local and Mexican eats.” 111 East Chatham St., Cary; (984) 464-2524; hanksdowntowndive.com

JuiceVibes “Made-to-order juices from locally sourced produce.” 1369 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 377-8923; juicevibes.com

Herons “The signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa.” 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary; (919) 447-4200; theumstead.com/dining/restaurants-raleigh-nc

Kababish Café “A celebration of deliciousness and creativity.” 201 W. Chatham St., Suite 103, Cary; (919) 377-8794; kababishcafe.com

Honey Pig “Count on generous portions and friendly service at this expansive Korean restaurant.” 1065 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 234-0088 honeypignc.com J&S Pizza Authentic Italian cuisine and New York-style pizza since 1995. Locations in Apex, Cary and Fuquay-Varina. jandsnypizza.com

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ko•än “Upscale, contemporary Southeast Asian dishes.” 2800 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-9229; koancary.com La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.” 4248 N.W. Cary Parkway, Cary; 220 W. Chatham St., Cary; 5055 Arco St., Cary; (919) 657-0657; lafarmbakery.com

Dining Guide La Grassa Pastificio “Hand-crafted Italian cuisine” 908 NE Maynard Road, Cary (984) 465-0594 lagrassaitaliano.com

Lugano Ristorante “Italian dining in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.” 1060 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 468-7229; luganocary.com

Mithai Indian Café “Bengali-style sweet and savory selections free of preservatives and artificial flavors.” 744-F E. Chatham St., Cary (919) 469-9651; mithaius.com

LemonShark Poke “The finest poke ingredients and local brews on tap.” 2000 Boulderstone Way, Cary; (919) 333-0066; lemonsharkpoke.com

Marco Pollo “Peruvian rotisserie chicken.” 1871 Lake Pine Drive, Cary; (919) 694-5524; marcopollocary.com

MOD Pizza “Serving artisan style pizzas, superfast.” 316 Colonades Way Suite 206-C, Cary (919) 241-72001; modpizza.com/locations/waverly

Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.” 110 S.W. Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 460-8757; lostresmagueyescary.com

Maximillians Grill & Wine Bar “Global cuisine using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.” 8314 Chapel Hill Road, Cary; (919) 465-2455; maximilliansgrill.com

Mookie’s New York Deli “A bona fide, no-frills sandwich spot” 1010 Tryon Village Drive, Cary (919) 900-7770; mookiesnydeli.com

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen “Exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes.” 7307 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 233-1632 lucky32.com/cary

MC Modern Asian Cuisine “Bringing upscale Asian flair to downtown Cary.” 324 South Academy St., Cary; (919) 650-1738; mccuisines.com

Noodle Boulevard “Ten variations on the ramen theme, covering a pan-Asian spectrum.” 1718 Walnut St., Cary; (984) 222-3003; noodleblvd.com

Lucky Chicken “All of our beautiful Peru, with every dish.” 1851 N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 338-4325; luckychickennc.net

Mellow Mushroom “Beer, calzones and creative stone-baked pizzas.” 4300 N.W. Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 463-7779; mellowmushroom.com

Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Café “The fast track to sweet tooth satisfaction.” 115-G W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 319-6554; bluemoonbakery.com

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Dining Guide The Original N.Y. Pizza “Consistent every visit.” 831 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 677-8484 6458 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 852-2242 theoriginalnypizza.com Peck and Plume “Modern American dining in downtown Cary.” 301 S Academy St, Cary ; (919) 804-1400; peckandplume.com Pizzeria Faulisi “Simple foods from a simple way of cooking: a wood-burning oven.” 215 E. Chatham St., Suite 101, Cary; pizzeriafaulisi.com

Rally Point Sport Grill “Lunch and dinner food in a pub atmosphere.” 837 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 678-1088; rallypointsportgrill.com Red Bowl Asian Bistro “Each distinctive dish is handcrafted.” 2020 Boulderstone Way, Cary; (919) 388-9977; redbowlcary.com Ricci’s Trattoria “Keeping true to tradition.” 10110 Green Level Church Road, Cary; (919) 380-8410; riccistrattoria.com

Pro’s Epicurean Market & Café “Gourmet market, café and wine bar.” 211 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 377-1788; prosepicurean.com

Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.” 8111-208 Tryon Woods Drive, Cary; (919) 851-3999; ruckuspizza.com

Pure Juicery Bar “The Triangle’s only all-vegan juice bar.” 716 Slash Pine Drive, Cary; (919) 234-1572; purejuicerybar.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House “Cooked to perfection.” 2010 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-0033; ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/cary

Sassool “Serving authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine.” 1347 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 300-5586; sassool.com Seoul Garden “A wide-ranging menu provides plenty of bona fide Korean options.” 815 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 234-6002; seoulgardennc.com Serendipity Gourmet Deli “Discovering the unusual, valuable or pleasantly surprising.” 118 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 469-1655; serendipitygourmetdelinc.com Seol Grille “Scratch-made steamed beef and pork dumplings practically melt in your mouth.” 2310 Walnut St. (Centrum at Crossroads), Cary (984) 241-9112; seolgrille.com Sophie’s Grill & Bar “Traditional pub fare along with Old-World cuisine.” 2734 NC-55, Cary; (919) 355-2377; sophiesgrillandbar.com

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Dining Guide Spirits Pub & Grub “Wide variety of menu items, all prepared in a scratch kitchen.” 701 E. Chatham St., Cary (919) 462-7001; spiritscary.com Sugar Buzz Bakery “Custom cakes … and more.” 1231 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 238-7224; sugarbuzzbakery.com Szechuan Mansion Hotpot “A cook-it-yourself meal using a cauldron of flavored broth and fresh ingredients.” 1353 Kildaire Farm Road (Shoppes at Kildaire), Cary (919) 800-1802; szechuanmansion.com Taco Addicts “West-coast inspired tacos.” 131 Crossroads Boulevard, Cary; (919) 896-8043; taco-addicts.com

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Taipei 101 “Chinese and Taiwanese. Serves lunch and dinner.” 121 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 388-5885; facebook.com/carytaipei101 Tangerine Café “From Thai to Vietnamese to Korean to Indonesian.” 2422 S.W. Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 468-8688; tangerinecafecary.com A Taste of Jamaica “A Jamaican food outpost” 600 E. Chatham St., Suite B, Cary (919) 461-0045 Tazza Kitchen “Wood-fired cooking and craft beverages.” 600 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 651-8281; tazzakitchen.com/location/stonecreekvillage Terra Bonum Salad Cafe & Coffee “Salads, wraps and other healthy lunch options.” 821 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (984) 664-3030

Thai Spices & Sushi “Freshest, most-authentic Thai cuisine and sushi.” 986 High House Road, Cary; (919) 319-1818; thaispicesandsushi.com Totopos Street Food & Tequila “A walk through Mexico City.” 1388 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 678-3449; totoposfoodandtequila.com/cary Tribeca Tavern “Handcrafted burgers, homegrown beer.” 500 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 465-3055; facebook.com/TribecaTavern’ Udupi Café “Authentic south Indian vegetarian cuisine.” 590 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 465-0898; sriudupicafe.com V Pizza “True Neapolitan pizza, made with the absolute best ingredients.” 1389 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 650-1821; vpizza.com

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Dining Guide VomFass Vinegar, Oil & Spice Shop “Taste our premium olive oils and specialty vinegars before you buy.” 302 Colonades Way Suite 203, Cary; (919) 977-6745; vomfassusa.com Yuri Japanese Restaurant “For sushi fans and connoisseurs of Japanese cuisine.” 1361 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 481-0068; yurijapaneserestaurant.com

APEX Abbey Road Tavern & Grill 1700 Center St., Apex; (919) 372-5383; abbeyroadnc.com Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouth watering Italian food.” 100 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 267-6237; annaspizzeria.com

Apex Wings Restaurant & Pub “Time-tested eatery serving up chicken wings and craft beers.” 518 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 387-0082; apexwings.com

Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering “Pasta dishes, hand-stretched pizzas and scratch-made desserts.” 1430 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-1006; danielsapex.com

A Taste of Brooklyn “Petite bakery with a cheery vibe.” 101 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 362-8408; atasteofbrooklynnc.com

Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.” 5490 Apex Peakway, Apex; (919) 387-4100; dohertysirishpubnc.com

Bonafide Bakeshop & Cafe “A blend of Northern classics and Southern comforts.” 1232 W. Williams St., Apex 919-372-5000; BonafideBakeshop.com Big Mike’s BBQ “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 2045 Creekside Landing Drive, Apex; (919) 338-2591; brewnquenc.com Common Grounds Coffee House & Desserts “The highest-quality, locally roasted coffee.” 219 N. Salem St., Suite 101, Apex; (919) 387-0873; commongroundsapex.com

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Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1075 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 616-0011; fiveguys.com Mamma Mia Italian Bistro “A taste of Italy in every bite” 708 Laura Duncan Road, Apex; (919) 363-2228; mammamianc.com The Mission Market “A casual hangout to drink, eat and shop.” 124 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 629-4064; shopthemission.com

Dining Guide Monifa’s Southern Food “Take-out restaurant serving traditional fare.” 841 Perry Road, Apex; (919) 372-5072; monifassouthernfood.com

Rudy’s Pub & Grill “Comfortable and familiar, just like home.” 780 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-5061; rudysofapex.com Salem Street Pub “Friendly faces and extensive menu.” 113 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 387-9992; salemstreetpub.com

Osteria G “Traditional italian fare featuring housemade pasta.” 5160 Sunset Lake Road, Apex; (984) 229-7480; osteriag.com The Peak on Salem “Seasonal contemporary Southern cuisine” 126 N. Salem St., Apex (919) 446-6060; thepeakonsalem.com

Scratch Kitchen and Taproom “Asian-influenced American cuisine” 225 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 372-5370; scratchkitchenandtaproom.com

Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.” 1055 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 446-6333; ruckuspizza.com

Vegan Community Kitchen “Meatless with a Turkish spin.” 803 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 372-5027; vegancommunitykitchen.com

FUQUAY-VARINA Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouth watering Italian food.” 138 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 285-2497; annaspizzeria.com

Skipper’s Fish Fry “Homemade from our own special recipes.” 1001 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-2400; skippersfish.com

The Provincial “Fresh. Simple.” 119 Salem St., Apex; (919) 372-5921; theprovincialapex.com

Utica Bakery “Offering hand-crafted European/Italian pastries and baked goods.” 430 Upchurch St., Apex; (919) 267-5716; uticabakery.com

The Wake Zone Espresso “Your special home away from home.” 6108 Old Jenks Road, Apex; (919) 267-4622; thewakezone.com

Aviator SmokeHouse BBQ Restaurant “All of our food is made in-house.” 525 E. Broad St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-7675; aviatorbrew.com

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Dining Guide Cultivate Coffee Roasters “Modern industrial twist on a small town coffee shop.” 128 S. Fuquay Ave., Fuquay Varina (919) 285-4067; cultivate.coffe

The Mason Jar Tavern “All the comforts of Southern hospitality with a modern twist.” 305 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 762-5555; themasonjartavern.com

Juicehaus “Made-to-order fresh, raw juice.” 509 North Broad St, Fuquay Varina (919) 396-5588; juicehaus.or

Wingin’ It Bar and Grille “Serves lunch, dinner and drinks.” 1625 N. Main St., Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 762-0962; facebook.com/winginitbarandgrille

Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.” 401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 552-3957; lostresmagueyes.com Stick Boy Bread Co. “Handcrafted baked goods from scratch … all natural ingredients.” 127 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-2237; stickboyfuquay.com

Los Tres Magueyes 325 North Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 552-6272; lostresmagueyes.com Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream “A unique spin on a timeless dessert.” 304 N. Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 762-7808; mamabirdsicecream.com My Way Tavern “Freshly made all-American foods.” 301 W. Center St., Holly Springs; (919) 285-2412; mywaytavern.com

HOLLY SPRINGS Acme Pizza Co. “Chicago-style deep dish pizza.” 204 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 552-8800; acmepizzaco.com

Osha Thai Kitchen & Sushi “Serving authentic Thai cuisine, fresh sushi and crafted cocktails.” 242 South Main St., Suite 100, Holly Springs (984) 538-6742; oshathaikitchennc.com

The Blind Pelican “First-rate fish, shrimp, lobster, crab, oysters and other ocean-centric delights.” 120 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs; (984) 225-2471; blindpelicanseafood.com

Rise Biscuits & Donuts 169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs; (919) 586-7343; risebiscuitsdonuts.com

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Dining Guide Thai Thai Cuisine “Fresh authentic Thai food.” 108 Osterville Drive, Holly Springs; (919) 303-5700; thaithaicuisinenc.com The Butcher’s Market “Premium meats and specialty grocery.” 4200 Lassiter Road, Holly Springs; (919) 267-919); thebutchersmarkets.com The Mason Jar Tavern “All the comforts of Southern hospitality with a modern twist.” 114 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs; (919) 964-5060; themasonjartavern.com The Original N.Y. Pizza 634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs; (919) 567-0505;theoriginalnypizza.com Vieni Ristobar “Laid-back Italian fare.” 242 South Main St., Holly Springs; (984) 225-1134; vieniristobar.com

MORRISVILLE Alpaca Peruvian Charcoal Chicken “Unforgettable rotisserie chicken.” 9575 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 378-9259; alpacachicken.com Another Broken Egg Café “A totally egg-ceptional experience.” 1121 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 465-1079; anotherbrokenegg.com Babymoon Café “Pizzas, pastas, seafood, veal, steaks, sandwiches and gourmet salads.” 100 Jerusalem Drive, Suite 106, Morrisville; (919) 465 9006; babymooncafe.com Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar “The quality of the beef and the toppings make our burgers stand apart.” 3300 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 297-0953; baddaddysburgerbar.com

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Capital City Chop House “Perfect place for a business lunch or dinner or a quick bite before catching a flight.” 151 Airgate Drive, Morrisville; (919) 484-7721; chophousesofnc.com Clean Juice “Organic juices, smoothies and acai bowls.” 3035 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 468-8286; cleanjuice.com Crumbl Cookies Super-sized treats with a rotating menu of classic and unusual flavors. 1105 Market Center Drive, Morrisville (919) 364-1100; crumblcookies.com Desy’s Grill & Bar “Straightforward pub grub at a relaxed sports bar.” 10255 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 200, Morrisville; (919) 380-1617; desysbar.com

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Dining Guide Firebirds Wood Fired Grill “Steaks, seafood, chicken and ribs, all seared over local hickory, oak and pecan wood.” 3200 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 653-0111; morrisville.firebirdsrestaurants.com

G. 58 Modern Chinese Cuisine “Master chefs from China create an unforgettable fine dining experience.” 10958 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 466-8858; g58cuisine.com

Nothing Bundt Cakes “Cakes are baked fresh daily, in a variety of flavors and sizes.” 2008 Market Center Drive, Unit 17130, Morrisville; (919) 694-5300; nothingbundtcakes.com

Flip Side Donuts “Fun options that you can’t find anywhere else!” 9958 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 234-0121; flipsidedonuts.com

Georgina’s Pizzeria & Restaurant “Mouthwatering homemade Italian dishes.” 3536 Davis Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3820; georginascary.com

Rise Biscuits & Donuts “Old school, new school, and specialty donuts.” 1100 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 377-0385; risebiscuitsdonuts.com

Fount Coffee + Kitchen “Coffee and a menu that is 100 percent gluten-free.” 10954 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (984) 888-5454; fountcoffee.com

HiPoke “Fresh Fun Poke.” 9573 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 650-3398; hipokes.com

The Full Moon Oyster Bar & Seafood Kitchen “Homemade recipes handed down over the years.” 1600 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 378-9524; fullmoonoysterbar.com

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Mi Cancun Mexican Restaurant 9605 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 481-9002; micancunmx.com Neomonde “A wonderful mix of traditional and contemporary Mediterranean menu items.” 10235 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 466-8100; neomonde.com

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Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits 1101 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3500; ruckuspizza.com Smokey’s BBQ Shack “Meats are dry rubbed with love and slow smoked with hickory wood.” 10800 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 469-1724; smokeysshack.com Taste Vietnamese “Prepared with passion and perfected through generations.” 152 Morrisville Square Way, Morrisville; (919) 234-6385; tastevietnamese.com

Village Deli & Grill “Wholesome homemade foods.” 909 Aviation Parkway #100, Morrisville; (919) 462-6191; villagedeli.net

Flying Biscuit Café “Southern-inspired menu of comfort food made with fresh ingredients.” 2016 Clark Ave., Raleigh; (919) 833-6924, flyingbiscuit.com/locations-2/Raleigh

ZenFish Poké Bar “Guilt-free, healthy, fast-casual dining.” 9924 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 234-0914; zenfishpokebar.com

Garland “Indian and Asian cuisine with a Southern twist.” 14 W Martin St, Raleigh; (919) 833-6886; garlandraleigh.com

RALEIGH Angus Barn “World-renowned for its service.” 9401 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh; (919) 781-2444; angusbarn.com

Rey’s “Fine dining with a French Quarter flair.” 1130 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh (919) 380-0122; reysrestaurant.com

The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.” 222 Fayetteville St., Raleigh (919) 832-6082; thebigeasyovenandtap.com

The Pit “Authentic whole-hog, pit-cooked barbecue.” 328 W. Davie St., Raleigh; (919) 890-4500; thepit-raleigh.com

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In May, we recognized 23 Movers and Shakers who are making a considerable impact in our community. On June 7, we were able to honor these young professionals at the Movers & Shakers Party for a night of food, drinks, and live music at Chatham Station. HUGE thanks to all of the participating local businesses that made this possible, with a special shout-out to Astral Tequila and SideBar for drinks, City Barbeque for the delicious food, and Thrio for lending us their musical talents for the evening. See you next year! 122 AUGUST 2022

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happenings THE TOWN OF CARY hosted an interactive Community Voice Tree Summit on July 11 at the Herbert C. Young Community Center. Attendees answered questions, identified preferences, and gave feedback on Cary’s tree-related initiatives and programs to help shape the vision for Cary’s tree canopy.

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls hosted a grand opening event on May 26 to celebrate its newest location in Cary at Waverly Place Shopping Center. This is the second Mason’s restaurant in North Carolina, with another location in Raleigh also owned by Jon and Amy Narducci. masonslobster.com

With the help of Apex resident and co-author Catherine “Cat” Lewis,

Christi Hales, a Cary native

and owner of Papillon the salon, is the subject of a new book titled Bittersweet: Faith Lost and Found, and the DNA Test That Brought A Baby Back to Life. Cat, who overcame personal tragedy to tell Christi’s story, tells a tale of hope and reconciliation in Christi’s voice.

in Durham, won the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southeast. This

The Cary Fire Department

is a huge honor, as Moore was one of only 22 chefs nationwide to take

celebrated its 100th

home an award at an event widely-recognized as the “Oscars of the food

Anniversary at the beginning

Ricky Moore, chef-owner of

Saltbox Seafood Joint

world.” Congratulations, Ricky!

of June with a movie on

We are excited to announce the addition of WAKE LIVING to the

the lawn, fire truck parade,

Cherokee Media Group family, alongside Cary Magazine and Main

street dance, and fire station

& Broad! Be sure to pick up a copy of the July/August food issue,

open houses.

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In observance of

Juneteenth — a holiday celebrated

on June 19 to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the US — becoming an official Town holiday, the columns of the Cary Art Center were lit in red, yellow, and green to honor the heritage and meaning of the day. Chapel Hill-based digital artist MATT

MCCARTHY

displayed MAGNUS CATTUS — featuring 20+ giant cat pieces — at the Cary Arts Center from June 2 to 28 and hosted a meet and greet on June 3. McCarthy’s humorous work has been seen by millions after going viral on social media.

The Annual Triangle Restaurant Week summer event ran from June 6 to 12. Participating restaurants

Cary’s Thomas Brooks Park

within Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, and surrounding

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areas offered a special two- or three-course prix fixe menu,

playground and shelter will be closed for playground renovation

offering residents and visitors a great way to indulge in the area’s finest cuisine.

through Sept. 5, 2022.

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Cary residents had the chance to shop for hidden treasures at the

MACKENZIE HICKS, a 12-year-old Apex resident, appeared in the Amazon series The Summer I Turned Pretty, an adaptation of a popular young adult book written by Jenny Han, a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill. The show was filmed in Wilmington and aired on June 17. Mackenzie appears as the flashback version of the main character.

Annual Senior Center Yard Sale on June 11. Shoppers sifted through antiques, collectibles, electronics, clothing, furniture, and much more!

On June 7, Cary Magazine honored

All proceeds went to support the Cary

23 young professionals at the

Senior Center and senior clubs.

Movers & Shakers Party for a night of food, drinks,

Joya Joseph,

and live music at Chatham Station.

Cary resident

Congratulations to all of our Movers

an Indian American first-time

and Shakers and a HUGE thank-you to

filmmaker, had a screening of her first

all of the participating local businesses that made it such a magical evening!

major short film entitled Blaming and Shaming at the Lotus Movie Theater on May 21. The story focuses on

Following requests from Cary citizens, the newly launched CARY EBIKE PILOT PROGRAM now allows temporary use of electric-assisted bicycles on greenways until December 31, 2022. Be safe!

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Indian American characters and actors set in NC, and Joseph is the director, writer, producer, and leading actor.

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consisting of Daniel Cook and Autumn Brand, released their single “Dead Star Light” on June 3. The song combines traditional roots instrumentation, guitar, drums, bass, and pedal steel guitar with lush string arrangements and vintage synths. They plan on releasing a series of singles before putting out their debut album in early 2023.

On June 11, the Town of Apex held its annual

Apex Pride Festival

in celebration of our LGBTQ+ community members and loved ones. Attendees enjoyed a day of music, food, games, vendors, and other fun activities.

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ROMEO’S PIZZA

opened its newest location in Cary at the end of June,

located on Mills Park Drive. The new Cary location joins the successful Apex location that opened in 2018. In addition to pizza, Romeo’s menu includes wings, strombolis, calzones, and more. This new location will provide delivery, carryout, and catering. romeospizza.com

Fenton in Cary celebrated its grand opening celebration on June 4 with tethered hot air balloon rides to benefit Read and Feed of Wake County, street performers, scavenger hunts, music, food, giveaways, surprises, and more. 128 AUGUST 2022

“Beautiful and unspoiled ... a world away from home.” – Connie M., Brunswick Islands Vacationer

A vacation in NC’s Brunswick Islands is so much more than a stretch of days on the calendar. It’s that feeling of having vanished to a place where the world can’t reach you. Where every day unfolds with a thousand possibilities. Spread out on 45 miles of sprawling shoreline. Explore meandering waterways and marshes. Relax in the comfort and privacy of your own beach vacation rental home. Rejuvenate and reconnect where memorable moments arrive on the tide of each new day.

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BY JONATHAN FREDIN

Shaggy shaker If not for the nose and tongue, it’s hard to tell what’s shaking poolside at Pooch Pad in Fuquay-Varina. Dogs of all breeds and sizes come for the grooming, boarding, day care, and training. But the facility’s swimming pool is by far the coolest feature, at least in the summer.

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Nonprofit Spotlight: AnimalKind

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Liquid Assets: Kölsch from White Street Brewing

Garden Adventurer: Strange Beauty: Turtleheads

Liquid Assets: The Ruby Leaf

Small Business Spotlight: AR Workshop Cary

Susu Hauser: The Woman Behind the Camera

Things to Do

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Building the Dream

Editor’s Letter

Letters from Readers

HOUSE It Going in the Real Estate Market

Living Walls