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The Holiday Issue

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Visions of Sugarplums: Carolina Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ is a tradition for dancers and audience

Christmas Tour: Add the wonder of travel to your wish list

58 Homemade for the Holidays 68 Turkey All the Time 83 The CM Gift Guide 92 Before She Says Yes 101 Top Dentists

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editors’ letters

SANTA BROUGHT ME an extra-special, early gift this year. His name is Matthew. I could expound here, on the wonders of grandchildren and the circle of life … but I want to stay high on the magic, where all of my sentences include his name, and the word Awwww. He’s a sweet sigh and a whisper of hope, our baby boy, and each time he smiles at me I feel charmed to be chosen. Matthew’s first Christmas is a reminder that magic does still exist, and only gets better at the holidays. We want to bring you that same warm feeling in this issue: The tale of four ukulele-bearing Santas, always on cheer duty. Made-with-love recipes to feed your family and friends. Twinkling-lights excursions to bring out the kid in all of us. My wish is that you, too, will find enchantment in this holiday season. Thanks for reading,

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WHEN SANTA RON CAMPBELL, above, walked into our office, grown men and women peeked around doors, and their eyes grew wide as they whispered: “It’s Santa.” They grabbed cell phones as word spread throughout the building. Wearing his velvet robe, gloves, black boots and furtrimmed hat, he was the image of Clement Moore’s jolly old elf. Even without the reindeer, the afternoon could have been titled, “A Visit from St. Nicholas.” The photo shoot was to take only a few minutes, but it stretched longer as Santa Ron posed for photos and recorded Christmas wishes for sons and daughters. These videos will be unveiled closer to the big day to prove that Mom and Dad know Santa well, and no naughty behavior will be tolerated. For us at Cary Magazine, it was a tiny glimpse of the delight inspired by Santa and his brothers in red. They get to experience the Christmas Spirit all year, and it is no wonder they want to share it as often as they can, (see page 16). We hope all of you will experience a little wonder and magic this holiday season.

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hat do you call four Santa Clauses with ukuleles and Hawaiian shirts? No, it’s not the Don Ho-Ho-Ho

Show. It’s the Ambassadors of Christmas Cheer! “One of the guys is the real Santa, but I’m not

going to say who,” said Jim Hastings, the tallest of the ukulele-playing ambassadors. The white-bearded performers sing carols, crack corny jokes, and enthusiastically entertain about three dozen people gathered in the dining room of Brookdale MacArthur Park in Cary. Three female companions, who cheerfully answer to “Mrs. Claus,” join in on percussion and autoharp. Even when the holidays are months away, the sounds of Christmas fill the room. After the set, residents of the retirement community pose for photos, and one impishly tugs on Santa’s beard. continued on page 18

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Resident Casey Griffen, 87, tugs on Santa Ron Campbell’s beard after a performance by the Ambassadors of Christmas Cheer at Brookdale MacArthur Park. Griffen will turn 88 on Christmas Day.

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The Ambassadors of Christmas Cheer are, clockwise from top left, Ron Campbell, Billy Quinton, Jim Hastings, Peggy Reaugh, Duane Reaugh, Marsha Quinton and Paulette Campbell.

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The singing Santa act is the brainchild of Ron Campbell, who has portrayed St. Nick since 1965. The Cary resident has been Santa at Cary’s Winterfest for the last 15 years, and is best known as the star of the Raleigh Christmas parade. A ukulele workshop at a July 2016 Santa convention sparked his imagination. Six months later, after the holiday rush, Campbell recruited his wife, Paulette, and invited a few fellow Santas and their wives to join his merry band. Hastings agreed to play along, as well as Billy and Marsha Quinton, and Duane and Peggy Reaugh. “When you’re Santa, you’re by yourself,” said Hastings. “But with the group, you can play one Santa off another one — poke fun at one and he’ll poke back. It’s almost like you and your brothers and sisters.” It’s clear the ambassadors enjoy each

other’s company, and the shows are an opportunity to interact with people, to entertain, and to spread some cheer all year. The group hopes to perform once a month in the off season. Even though their shows are free, Campbell says scheduling the singing Santas can be a challenge. Most people want to see Santa Claus and sing Christmas carols in November and December, but that’s when the brothers in red are busy working. “I truly love being Santa,” said Billy Quinton. “When Ron came up with the idea that we would get together and play ukuleles and sing, I thought, ‘Oh my word, this is the craziest thing I’ve ever heard of.’ But I have to admit, I have enjoyed it immensely.” Never off duty

Because of the men’s distinct looks, it’s sometimes a challenge to be out in public, so the group is a great way for the men to get

After singing Christmas carols with the four Santas, residents of Brookdale MacArthur Park sat with Santa and had their photos taken.

together and have fun. “When you have a real beard, you’re Santa 365,” said Campbell. “You’re on all the time!” The men try to keep a low profile because they want to preserve the mystery of Santa Claus, but every now and again the beard comes in handy. “We were in a restaurant eating in Melbourne, Australia, and the waitress came over,” said Duane Reaugh. “She said there was a table with two little girls, and they thought I looked like Santa. ‘Could they get a picture?’ And then Peggy reached into her bag and pulled out the Santa hat!” After some laughter, his wife picks up the story. “One of the little girls was hiding behind the waitress, poking her head out. The hat came out and Duane put it on his head, just grinning. It was everything you’d want

The show included familiar tunes and lots of corny jokes — “If athletes have athlete’s foot, what do astronauts get? Missile-toe!” (Mistletoe)

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Casey Griffen, poses with her daughter Leigh Duque, son-in-law Tony Duque, and Santa Ron Campbell. “Christmas is all about families, and we get a chance to share that,” says Campbell.

“I had gotten quite cynical about our youth and parents. But when you get out there and see, and I see a lot of children and a lot of parents every

I realized that the world is still in a pretty good place. The children are Christmas,

fine, the parents are fine, but those aren’t the ones who make the headlines.” Billy Quinton, who has portrayed Santa since 2010

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on Christmas morning,” said Peggy. “The little girl came running over, and the whole restaurant went berserk.” This ability to spread joy and add a bit of magic to people’s lives, says Quinton, is one of the most rewarding things in the world. “With all the negatives going on in the world, you bring some positives in there,” he said. Quinton, who lives in Angier, spends the Christmas season greeting kids of all ages at a mall in Woodbridge, N.J., outside of Manhattan. One of his favorite stories is about three brothers who have been coming to him for five years. “Last year they were 59, 58 and 56, and it was their 50th consecutive year they have had their pictures made with Santa,” he said. “Every year at Christmas, they fly from different parts of the country to meet in New York. The three of them go out to dinner,

have their picture made with Santa, and that is their Christmas present to their mother every year. I think that sums it all up, right there.” Labor of love

Many people think of Santa as part of the family and come back year after year, says Hastings, who lives in Durham and mostly appears at corporate events. “I’ve had some college kids come back and say, ‘I’ve got to get my picture taken with Santa, so I can give it to Mom at Christmas,’” he said. Last year Campbell was in Macau, China, and several multigenerational families came to get their photos taken with Santa Claus. “For these folks, China has had governments come and go, empires come and go, but families are what is important,” he said. “Christmas is all about families, and we get a chance to share that. It’s love, it really is.” t

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Lara O’Brien dances the role of the Sugarplum Fairy in 2013. This year O’Brien is dancing her 16th year of “Nutcracker” performances with the Carolina Ballet. “For so many people ‘The Nutcracker’ is a holiday tradition. It becomes a staple that’s part of what the holidays are about for them, and the magic that it brings,” she says. CARY MAGAZINE 35

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Many area families see the “The Nutcracker” as part of their holiday traditions. The classic show, and watching the performances of its young “party guests,” can serve as children’s introduction to the world of ballet.

BEFORE WE BEGIN SHOPPING for presents, cooking the holiday ham, or decorating the Christmas tree, ballet companies around the world are rehearsing for their annual “Nutcracker” performances. “The Nutcracker” is a magical tale that can inspire even the youngest imagination to run wild. It’s the story of a young girl, Clara, who receives a nutcracker doll for Christmas from her godfather. The doll transforms into a prince overnight and takes Clara on a journey to the Land of Sweets, where she meets a cast of characters, including the elegant Sugarplum Fairy. This year marks Carolina Ballet’s 20th anniversary season as a company, and the 17th year of artistic director Robert Weiss’ rendition of “Nutcracker.” In 2001, Weiss choreographed the entire show to Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” score. He’s kept much of the original cho-

reography, but its costumes, sets and magic have been updated over the years. In 2011, Weiss reimagined the company’s “Nutcracker” production and brought in Las Vegas illusionist Rick Thomas to make his dream become a reality. In Carolina Ballet’s version of the classic story, Clara’s godfather, Herr Drosselmeyer, makes his grand entrance in a cloud of smoke, party scene children disappear and reappear, and an angel even lights up the growing Christmas tree. “To be able to incorporate full-scale illusions into the first act was a big upgrade for our production, and really sets our production apart from many others across the country,” said Carolina Ballet principal dancer Lara O’Brien. O’Brien is dancing her 16th year of “Nutcracker” performances this year. When she began her career with Carolina Ballet as

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an apprentice in 2001, she danced in the company’s very first production of “The Nutcracker” as a snowflake, flower, party scene mother and Spanish hot chocolate. O’Brien has since danced every female role in the entire production, with the exception of Marzipan. Her favorite roles to perform are Arabian coffee and the Sugarplum Fairy. “There’s just something really wonderful about dancing that role,” O’Brien said on the role of Sugarplum Fairy. “She’s a magical character. Dancing the role is a milestone for any ballerina and it is also one of the most well-known roles in classical ballet.” Family tradition

For many, seeing “The Nutcracker” with family and friends is part of their Christmas tradition. “Even if they’ve come to see it for 15

years, they still get so much out of it each year that they come,” O’ Brien said. The company feels the same way. Carolina Ballet co-artistic director, Zalman Raffael, says “The Nutcracker” is an essential part of the season. A part of Carolina Ballet since 2005, as a dancer and choreographer, Raffael has performed in “The Nutcracker” since he was 8 years old. “It’s a part of my life,” he said. “There’s all these little things we do in order to prepare for the season, and I think for me, the music and the story sets the tone for the holidays. “It’s an opportunity to get the families together and to go experience some form of entertainment that elevates the spirit,” Raffael added. When O’Brien is not in rehearsal, per-

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Lara O’Brien and Carolina Ballet’s co-artistic director Zalman Raffael rehearse at the company’s Raleigh studio. A part of Carolina Ballet since 2005, Raffael has performed in “The Nutcracker” since he was 8 years old. “There’s all these little things we do in order to prepare for the season, and I think for me, the music and the story sets the tone for the holidays,” he says. Jonathan Fredin

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forming onstage or spending time with her husband or 3-year-old daughter, she’s preparing the next generation of dancers at her Tutu School locations in Cary and Raleigh. O’Brien opened Tutu School Cary in August to teach children the classic ballet stories she loves, and some of their choreography. She also teaches her students a few French words, so they can learn the meaning behind their moves. “It’s a special way for me to be able to pass on what I love and know about the world of ballet to very young children, and make it joyful and whimsical for them,” she said. For some little ones, “Nutcracker” is their introduction to seeing ballet performed onstage. They may have learned the moves in class or danced around their houses, but have not seen the lights, makeup and costumes that make live ballet performances so exciting. Carolina Ballet’s “Nutcracker” provides an opportunity. “For so many people ‘The Nutcracker’ is a holiday tradition,” O’Brien said. “It becomes a staple that’s part of what the holidays are about for them, and the magic that it brings.” t

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Fall’s pumpkin spice gives way to full-on gingerbread in the mountains of Asheville, where you’re also most likely to encounter a white Christmas. Asheville is home to the annual National Gingerbread Competition, held at the historic Omni Grove Park Inn. Ann Bailey of Cary is a two-time national champion in the contest, in 2012 and 2014, and is competing again this year in honor of the event’s 25th anniversary. “The judges call out the winners from among the top 10, backward from third to second to grand prize,” said Bailey. “It was an exciting atmosphere, with reporters wanting to interview us and cameras 42

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everywhere, from HGTV and The Travel Channel.” Meghan Morris of Apex grew up visiting Grove Park Inn to view the gingerbread masterpieces, one of her family’s annual holiday traditions. She’s entered the competition each year since age 16, and last year landed in the adult division’s top 10 with her “Nightmare Before Christmas” themed entry. “It’s so much fun. That’s why I keep coming back,” said Morris, now 21 and a college junior, majoring in biochemistry. “And I still return to see all of the entries after the competition, displayed all over the hotel. They’re incredible, unlike anything I’ve ever seen.

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Top: You can view the gingerbread masterpieces — about 150 of them — at Grove Park Inn from Nov. 26 through Jan. 4, even if you’re not a guest at the hotel. Left: Meghan Morris of Apex placed in the top 10 with her “Nightmare Before Christmas” themed gingerbread entry in 2016, using a “tricky” combo of math and physics. “Before it’s beautiful, it must be sturdy,” she says. Below: The Great Gingerbread House is a 10.5x10.5-foot-replica of the inn made from more than 1,500 pounds of edible goods, from which staff serve housemade hot cocoa.

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“It’s so much more than four walls and a roof. The pictures don’t do it justice,” she said. “People put hundreds of hours into these, and it shows.” Morris has been working on her latest entry since July, with a science theme. She’s learning about blown sugar and experimenting with techniques to create faux granite. “You play around to find what works and what looks good,” she said. “I’m hoping this is my year!” You can view the gingerbread masterpieces — about 150 of them — at Grove Park Inn from Nov. 26 through Jan. 4, even if you’re not a guest at the hotel. “The caliber of the entries continues to evolve,” said Tracey Johnston-Crum, director of Public Relations & Community Outreach for the inn. “Just when I think I have seen every new technique, the competitors amaze me with inventive ways to create these edible masterpieces.” The works are constructed of at least 75 percent gingerbread, with all-edible ornamentation, and are judged by a panel of culinary and arts professionals on appearance, originality, difficulty, precision and theme. “The top 10 winners in each category will be integrated into our holiday décor,” added Johnston-Crum. “The remaining entries will be displayed on Level 7 of the Vanderbilt Wing, and at the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville. We’ll also be showcasing a holiday tree decorated with ornaments submitted by past gingerbread competitors. “The entries are genuine works of art, and you can lose yourself in the intricate detail and beauty of some of the pieces,” she said. The Omni Grove Park Inn donates half of all parking fees raised during the holiday display to Western North Carolina nonprofits. Non-guests may view the gingerbread entries anytime Monday through Thursday, or after 3 p.m. on Sundays. omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park continued on page 44

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Fire engine parade? Check. Christmas cookie contest? Check. Santa? Of course! Southport WinterFest includes all of the above and then some, meaning you won’t miss a thing if you hang your mistletoe in this town known as the backdrop to more than 40 movies and TV shows, where the Cape Fear River meets the Atlantic. “Festivities are centered in historic downtown Southport and kick off with ‘Christmas in Song’ at the Amuzu Theatre (circa 1912) on December 1, and continue with events for all ages through December 10,” said Karen Rife, marketing chair for Downtown Southport Inc. Learn about Colonial holiday traditions — and the storm that almost stole Christmas — during free costumed tours at the North Carolina Maritime Museum. Take the kids to Supper with Santa’s Elves and the annual Holiday Cookie Contest, or drop in at the Nutcracker Tea Party. WinterFest’s final festive Saturday, Dec. 9, offers the chance to grab handmade and homegrown gifts at the Winter Craft Festival on the lawn of Fort Johnston Garrison, overlooking the river. Stroll the Christmas Tour of Homes for a glimpse at the great history of Southport, and finally, spread your blanket beside the riverbank as boats of all sizes sail by in the night, dressed in their twinkling holiday best, at the Southport Christmas Flotilla. downtownsouthport.com, southportnc.org Cape Fear Festival of Trees

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THE SWEET POTATO TOSTONES from Dean’s Kitchen+Bar are a plateful of contrasts. Tender sweet potato slices are fried until the edges turn crispy. The dollop of cranberry jam adds sweetness with a tart citrus bite, and the smear of goat cheese dressing brings a richness to the vegetable-based appetizer. “I always cook with sweet and acid, try to get that balance,” said executive chef Steve Zanini. “For fall we were thinking pumpkin or butternut squash. None of those worked well, but the sweet potatoes did. The sugar in them caramelized well on the outside. Their sweetness went well with the tartness of the cranberry.” 78

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For those wanting to make the dish at home, Zanini says it comes together quickly because many of the components can be made ahead of time. A batch of cranberry jam could be made for Thanksgiving, and the leftovers could be used for tostones. The recipe is also forgiving and extremely versatile, he adds. “You don’t have to use this vinaigrette recipe,” said Zanini. “You could use straight vinegar with the goat cheese, and adjust the seasonings with salt, pepper and a little sugar.” If you don’t want to make the sauce, crumbled goat cheese makes a fine substitute. The toasted pepitas add a nice crunch, but the

dish is delicious without them, he says. The tostones, which feature North Carolina sweet potatoes, will be on the menu at Dean’s at least until January. Featuring a seasonal menu and strong focus on locally sourced ingredients, the Kitchen is the latest concept from longtime restaurateur Dean Ogan. The menu may have been revamped when Dean’s Seafood Grill & Bar was rebranded, but a few favorites from the Maggywinning restaurant remain. The honey pecan shrimp; the baked crab, spinach and brie dip; and the white chocolate banana bread pudding aren’t going anywhere, Ogan says.

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This engagement ring setting and band are from the Scott Kay Embrace Collection at Anfesaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewelers. Both feature diamonds and 14K white gold.

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ing time with family and friends, eating delicious food and giving to those you love. According to Wedding Wire — a website that helps couples plan their wedding — Christmas Day is also the most popular time to get engaged. Christmas Eve comes in third, behind Valentine’s Day. Now ladies, let’s be real for a moment. We’ve all gushed over the stories on “How He Asked” and looked at endless engagement photos online, but how much thought have we given the diamond itself? It’s time we gave this symbol of love the attention it deserves.

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Don’t know what kind of ring she wants? Take a trip to her jewelry box. “Look at the other style jewelry she has. If she likes large, bulky jewelry versus if she likes dainty, delicate, antique-style jewelry. That can really drive you in one direction or the other.” Carl Edwards, J.M. Edwards

This 14K rose gold engagement ring from J.M. Edwards has a large center stone and smaller diamonds on the band.

The Tradition The wedding ring exchange began in ancient Egypt. The Egyptians believed that circles symbolized never-ending love, and the fourth finger on the left hand had a vein that connected it to the heart. Thus it came to be known as the “ring finger.” Fast forward a few centuries to 1477, when Archduke Maximilian of Austria was the first to propose with a diamond ring. continued on page 94

➤ PRO TIP: Make sure your stone is GIA certified, says Edwards. The Gemological Institute of America is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the research and education of gems and jewelry. GIA’s diamond grading reports are the top-rated verification and certification documents in the industry.

Founder: James Michael Edwards opened the Raleigh location in 1985. Who we spoke with: Carl Edwards Credentials: GIA graduate, went to FIT in New York, learned through the family business as well What makes them special: Custom jewelry, local jeweler, family-owned 1137 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (919) 460-1048 jmedwardsjewelry.com CARY MAGAZINE 93

Trends If you look around a group of newly engaged women, chances are quite a few of them have rose gold rings. Some of them may have mixed metal rings; those are popular now too. Just like everyday fashion, engagement ring trends change too, but the all-time favorite is a classic, round, brilliant-cut diamond set in white gold. Trends are fleeting, but diamonds are forever. That’s why Deborah Boatwright of Anfesa’s Jewelers says you have to absolutely love your ring. “You bond with it for some reason,” Boatwright said. “They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend, so I guess that’s why.” What’s New Area jewelers say customizable rings remain quite popular. It’s hard to find a jeweler that won’t let you alter your ring

➤ PRO TIP: Have a budget in mind. Diamond experts should be able to find something you like within the parameters of your budget. “If you have a budget, you want to try and stay on that. Because (with) diamonds and jewelry, it’s very easy to get in over your head and spend way more than you intended to.” Brandon Capps, Johnson’s Jewelers

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in some way. If you want more options than your local jeweler’s inventory offers, you can personalize your ring by choosing every detail from the band material to the carat weight. This can be done online or in most jewelry stores. “Making something unique for the customer — making it exactly what she wants — is a really special thing,” said Carl Edwards of J.M. Edwards. The customer can come in with a drawing, a photograph, or just an idea of what they want their ring to look like. It’s the jeweler’s job to make that dream a reality, all while staying within the customer’s budget. Perhaps the best piece of advice if you are looking to give the gift of an engagement ring this Christmas, is to make sure you love it. If you love it, your significant other surely will too. t

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JOHNSON’S JEWELERS Founders: Original owner L.E. Johnson sold the business to Noah Capps in 1968. Noah’s son John is the current owner. Who we spoke with: Brandon Capps Credentials: GIA graduate What makes them special: Custom jewelry, local jeweler, family-owned 136 E. Chatham St., Cary (919) 467-9431 johnsonsjewelerscary.com

➤ PRO TIP: Don’t know her size? Offer to have her current jewelry cleaned and have it sized then. If she wears that jewelry on her nondominant hand, note that the hand she uses the most will typically be a half size larger.

ANFESA’S JEWELERS Founder: Anfesa Matthews opened the store in 1994 Who we spoke with: Deborah Boatwright and Meredith Eiseman Credentials: DCA Diamontologist What makes them special: Large selection in-house, custom jewelry, DCA Diamontologists, family-owned

This round halo engagement ring from Anfesa’s Jewelers features 14K white and rose gold.

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Look before you go. Whether it’s on Pinterest or the hands of your engaged friends, it’s good to have an idea of what you want in an engagement ring. “Get some ideas, take some pictures, come in – bring those with you. We love it when someone comes in and they have an idea of what they think they like, and we can find the item, put it on their hand and see how they feel about it when they see it in real time.” Browse for and purchase your diamond in person. “I think it’s really important for anyone beginning the process to understand the difference between really coming and doing the footwork and seeing a diamond with their own two eyes, versus just simply shopping characteristics through a computer screen.” Melissa Garrison-Staats, Diamonds Direct

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RING STYLES Solitaire: A single diamond, the most traditional type of ring Halo: A single, larger diamond, surrounded with a halo of smaller diamonds Three-stone: A solitaire ring with two smaller stones on either side Tapered baguette: The ring contains rectangular diamonds called baguettes; found in a lot of vintagestyle rings

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ENDODONTICS Geraldine Bills 875 Walnut St., Ste. 200, Cary (919) 467-8227 rootcanalsincary.com

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Bruce S. Barker 7610 Falls of Neuse Road, Ste. 250, Raleigh (919) 847-7100 northraleighdentalcare.com Michael E. Bass 1031 W. Williams St., Ste. 101, Apex (919) 362-6789 michaelbassdds.com Jonathan P. Beavers 619 W. Chatham St., Apex (919) 362-0967 beaversfamilydentistry.com Paul E. Beavers 619 W. Chatham St., Apex (919) 362-0967 beaversfamilydentistry.com

Robert M. Hermann 3368 Six Forks Road, Raleigh (919) 783-7409 hermannendodontics.com

Jennifer S. Bell 5245 Sunset Lake Road, Holly Springs (919) 355-1170 sfdsmiles.com

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Robert P. Sopko 3708 Forestview Road, Ste. 201, Raleigh (919) 819-9289 robertsopkoendo.com

Thomas E. Brooks 1142 Executive Circle, Ste. A, Cary (919) 467-9651 steetdds.com

Robert J. Stancill 4601 Lake Boone Trail, Ste. 2-A, Raleigh (919) 239-4940 stancillendodontics.com

Josiah B. Chen 10290 Chapel Hill Road, Ste. 600, Morrisville (919) 469-3669 morrisvillefamilydentistry.com

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Daniel Davidian 3917 Sunset Ridge Road, Raleigh (919) 783-9686 sedationdentalcare.net Tracy L. Davidian 5904 Six Forks Road, Ste. 205, Raleigh (919) 782-9955 carolinaTMJ.com

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ORTHODONTICS Edward R. Altherr 1011 W. Williams St., Ste. 101, Apex (919) 363-2221 altherrorthodontics.com

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Now open in Northwest Cary is a unique shared-space partnership thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawing attention from nonprofits around the country: The WHY Project Inc., is an inspired collaboration between Crosspointe Church and YMCA of the Triangle, and all are welcome.

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“We didn’t want to build something for us without paying attention to the broader community. People are attracted to a place where they feel at home, and loved. It doesn’t matter what you believe. You belong.” T.J. Terry, Crosspointe Church

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LIFE HAS COMPARTMENTS — faith, family, work and workout. Or it did, until now. In a unique partnership that’s drawing attention from nonprofits around the country, The WHY Project Inc., is an inspired collaboration between Crosspointe Church and YMCA of the Triangle, and you’re invited to be part of it. “The goal is to create an environment that draws people in every day of the week,” said T.J. Terry, lead strategist for Cary’s Crosspointe Church, led by Pastor Jonathan Bow and celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. “We didn’t want to build something for us without paying attention to the broader community,” Terry said. “People are attracted to a place where they feel at home, and loved. It doesn’t matter what you believe. You belong.” Crosspointe bought 38 acres of northwest Cary farmland back in 2001, and opened its church building here in 2003. By 2010 they were bulging at the seams with growth, and planning an expansion. Church leaders noted a lack of places for teens to connect in Northwest Cary, and immigrant families feeling isolated from their community. Then a casual conversation about faith between two friends from Crosspointe and the YMCA changed everything. “(The WHY Project) is such a great benefit to both organizations,” said Travis Hinton, director of service programming and communications at Crosspointe. “But the driving motivation is the benefit to the Cary community.” “It’s a unique partnership that can magnify our impact,” agreed longtime YMCA

An atrium features another Crosspointe tenant, White Oak Coffee, Tea & Juice, where anyone — not just Y and church members — can meet, work or just relax. The LEED-eligible Y building was constructed using wood milled from logs felled onsite, with water and energy conservation also in mind. 112

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH Separate from The WHY Project between Crosspointe Church and YMCA, at least one other Western Wake church is finding its own new ways to serve as a community resource not just on Sundays, but seven days a week. Hope Community Church, with locations in Apex, Morrisville and Raleigh, offers a fitness and community center at the Apex campus that’s open to the public as a place to connect. Community members are also welcome at the Common Grounds coffee shops at Hope’s Apex, Morrisville and Raleigh sites. gethope.net

employee Brad Emory, branch director for the new Northwest Cary facility, citing the YMCA’s mission to put Christian principles into practice and serve people of all faiths. “This area is important because of its growth,” he said. “The Y already had a footprint in local schools here with afterschool care and camps, but the cost of land here is so high, it would have been almost impossible for us (to build).” Crosspointe members gave sacrificially during a two-year campaign, pledging funds to build the Y on its land. The YMCA now has a 20-year lease for the use of the facility, operating independently of the church. With six five-year renewal options, the deal can last for the next 50 years. Terry notes that financing for this unusual partnership was turned down by 13 banks before one said yes. The Northwest Cary Y has the association’s largest wellness floor, an outdoor pool, four group exercise studios, and an extralarge gym that the church plans to use at

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some point in the future. “The most exciting opportunities are one, to focus on the needs of teens,” Emory said. “Mills Park Middle School is one of the largest middle schools in North Carolina, and we have multiple high schools nearby. We’re already seeing Y and Crosspointe leaders serving in each other’s programs, and speaking at each other’s events. “Two is that both the Y and the church have huge bases of volunteers, and that puts us in the position to leverage pools of volunteers for organizations outside these walls, to engage with other nonprofits.” For example, the Northwest Cary Y will partner with Meals of Hope and the Cary Rotary Clubs on Nov. 17 to serve as the packaging site for 20,000 meals. “We didn’t ask for this — a conversation on faith became this,” Terry said of the project. “We believe God is in it, and feel we’re being called. “The ideal? To see a thriving church and a thriving Y, a healthy relational dynamic. To influence churches across the country to be better businesses and good stewards. To still be humble and growing and learning. I hope in 10 years, we’re more the norm.” The WHY Project 6911 Carpenter Fire Station Road, Cary thewhyproject.net

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BECAUSE HE WAS BULLIED as a child, Jamie H. used to be afraid to ride the bus. Now the 20-year-old rides an hour each way to attend classes at Wake Tech, thanks to staff from The Hope Center who encouraged him and even accompanied him on a couple of rides. “I was nervous about going to Wake Tech, mainly because of the busing system, but The Hope Center helped me a lot with that,” he said. “They helped me get over that fear within a matter of weeks.” The achievement may seem small, but for the former foster youth, this longstanding fear stood in the way of his independence. 116

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The tall young man with glasses and a shock of dark curly hair that falls over his right eye is now looking forward to a career in psychology or nursing. “I’d be able to give back to my community for what they’ve done for me,” Jamie said. “If I were to take psychology as my career, I’d like to be a foster care specialist. That way I can be a part of the community that I was once in. “Without The Hope Center, I feel like I might have been dead by now,” he added. In 2009, The Hope Center at Pullen was founded by members of Pullen Memorial Baptist Church to combat homelessness in

IMPACT OF THE HOPE CENTER Homelessness: Nationally, 36 percent of youth with a history in foster care experience homelessness. For Hope Center participants, that number is 13 percent. Education: Only 10 percent of young people with a history in foster care, nationally, pursue higher education, as compared to 46 percent of Hope Center participants. Source: The Hope Center, 2015 figures

Wake County, but organizers soon realized that many of those on the streets had a history in foster care. The nonprofit narrowed its focus in 2012 to support young people aging out of the system, helping them transition to independent, productive adulthood. That year, 10 youth benefited from Hope Center programs; in 2016, close to 200 young people were helped. “If you wrap your arms around this population, give them a lot of support, you can really make a difference in their lives,” said Jennifer Weiss, executive director. Each young person works with Hope Center staff to create an individualized life plan, which includes goals for stable housing, education and employment. The nonprofit collaborates with government agencies, nonprofits and businesses to coordinate the necessary supportive services. Among these partners are Wake County Human Services, Wake Technical Community College, EDSI Tomorrow’s Leaders, Families Together, SAFEChild, and Triangle Family Services. Their clients often need guidance in several areas, including employment, housing, education, parenting skills, financial management, physical and mental health, and general life skills. Hope Center staff say they can’t be experts in all these areas, so they leverage the strengths of their partners. “We see results when we work together,” said Weiss.

“If you wrap your arms around this population, give them a lot of support, you can really make a difference in their lives.” — Jennifer Weiss, executive director

FOSTER CARE FACTS ➤ According to the Annie E. Casey Foundation, for every young person who ages out of foster care at 18 without support, taxpayers and communities pay an average of $300,000 in social costs such as public assistance and incarceration. ➤ In 2016 there were 690 children in foster care in Wake County. Between 30-40 young people age out of foster care every year in Wake County without ever finding a permanent home.

Much of the Hope Center’s work begins while the young person is still in foster care. The nonprofit partners with Wake County Human Services on the LINKS program which provides academic and other support for teens in foster care. Frequent moves and a lack of a stable home can derail education, so once-a week tutoring can help children catch up at school and graduate high school on time, says Meredith Yuckman, program and volunteer coordinator at The Hope Center. Every other week, volunteer mentors also meet with youth, and the relationship itself is the primary goal. Studies show that if a youth has three supportive, caring adults in his or her life, a host of outcomes improve. “A lot of our youth don’t get their birthdays celebrated, period,” said Yuckman. “We had a mentor who showed up on the teen’s birthday, took her out, and spent the whole evening with her. When the girl was dropped off, she said, ‘When I woke up this morning, I didn’t even remember that it was my birthday. You have made it the best birthday ever.’” There is a significant problem with trust in this population, says Laura Goulian, clinical director. She and two transition specialists at The Hope Center work first to establish trust with their clients and then to offer advice. “A lot of what we take for granted, how

HOW TO HELP The Hope Center’s greatest need is for volunteers willing to provide transportation or to serve as tutors and mentors. For information, email volunteer@ hopecenteratpullen.org. For more on how to support The Hope Center, visit hopecenteratpullen.org.

we raise our kids, what our kids are exposed to, or the safety net that our children have — it doesn’t exist, and this creates tremendous complications for these young people,” she said. Difficulty with interpersonal relationships is common, says Goulian. These youth may need guidance on how to interact with landlords, how to be a successful parent, and how to deal with job conflicts. “We celebrate their accomplishments,” said Weiss. “We are so excited when they pass a probationary period in a job. To go three months in a job is a big deal for some of our young people. We walk beside them and when they stumble, we help them get up.” Jamie has gained self-confidence and independence in the years he has worked with The Hope Center, and is especially grateful for the work skills he gained through summer internships at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore and the Interfaith Food Shuttle. His journey hasn’t been easy, he says, admitting that he hasn’t always taken the help offered. “It was hard enough to realize everything I was doing wrong,” he said. “But it was even harder to realize that there are people out there willing to help put you back on track, no matter what your situation. “They see in you what you are not able to see yourself.” The Hope Center at Pullen 1801 Hillsborough St., Raleigh (919) 322-2751 hopecenteratpullen.org CARY MAGAZINE 117

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Repeat Performer For many Cary gardeners, hybrid tulips are must additions to the spring bloom season. So, every year at this time, copious quantities of these bulbous beauties are dutifully planted in area landscapes. And this ritual will be repeated every fall until we run out of falls. Most hybrid tulips, while gorgeous, are fleeting flowers in the Southeast — one-shot wonders that grace the garden for only a single spring. This because, in our region, there are usually not enough days in the winter of extended cold to stimulate tulip bulbs into flowering spring Lady tulips come in many varieties including the popular ‘Cynthia,’ a bright selection with after spring. yellow flowers flamed in red. However, exceptions exist, and one particularly pretty example is the lady tulip (TuThere are many lady tulip variations. For lipa clusiana), variously described as a botanistarters, ‘Lady Jane’ is a real charmer with its cal, species, heirloom or miscellaneous tulip. bicolor coat of outer red and inner white petAlthough humble in height — only about a als, an appealing look that is echoed by the foot tall — and with smallish flower heads, it similar, well-named ‘Peppermint Stick.’ can still be a real cutie in the spring garden. ‘Tinka’ has comparable colors, but it And a definite plus the lady tulip has over bigblushes more, having its rich red contrasted ger, fancier hybrids is that, true to its temperwith a pale yellow. For a real zinger though, go ate East Asian origins, it doesn’t need the chill with the popular ‘Cynthia,’ a sassy selection of winter to wake up its inner flower power. that combines stop sign red on the outside of In short, with just a little care, lady tulips ‘Lady Jane’ is another bicolor tulip with white inner petals and red accents. the petals with taxi cab yellow on the inside. can become reliable repeat performers in the Although an odd tulip, the lady tulip will spring garden, even naturalizing — thriving not be that hard to find. I have even spotted ‘Cynthia’ bulbs at local rather than just surviving to the point of actually spreading by way big-box garden shops. There are, of course, online avenues, and three of stolons or offsets. good e-retailers to check out are: Lady tulips love full sun, and they should be planted in neutral n Brent and Becky’s Bulbs: brentandsoil, which can be easily pH-balanced by dusting their growing sites beckysbulbs.com with lime every year or two. Good drainage is essential, but this only n Terra Ceia Farms: terraceiafarms.com means these springtime dazzlers are great additions to raised beds, n John Scheepers, Inc.: johnscheepers.com rock gardens and even containers. L.A. Jackson is the former editor of CarIf deer are a problem in your area, stay vigilant — Bambi could olina Gardener Magazine. Want to ask L.A. munch on these pretties. Want to get sneaky? Interplant lady tulips a question about your garden? Contact him by with summer snowflakes (Leucojum aestivum) that bloom about the email at lajackson1@gmail.com. same time in the spring and are more deer-resistant. 120

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Black spot on roses is a soil-borne fungus, so to help break up its life cycle in the ground, rake up all spent flowers and leaves as well as any surrounding summer mulch and toss away. Then add a fresh, clean layer of mulch to protect roots through the winter.

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A jade plant will survive indoors in low light, but in order for it to thrive, the more direct sunlight it gets, the better it will look.

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Locally Made Market will be held on Sunday,

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Howard Manning, executive director of Dorcas Ministries, was named the

Cary Chamber of Commerce 2017 Citizen of the Year at the chamber’s annual banquet on Sept. 13. Dorcas Ministries provides crisis relief to residents of Cary and Morrisville through food and financial assistance, scholarships, training programs, referrals and a thrift shop. dorcas-cary.org

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VICTORY RIDE TO CURE CANCER, which will take place May 19, 2018, beginning in Raleigh. The Victory Ride benefits Duke Cancer Institute, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Wake Forest Baptist Health Comprehensive Cancer Center, as well as breakthrough cancer research nationwide. The ride will start and finish at N.C.

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Market opening at Alston Town Center in Cary. The 1,500-squarefoot space will feature a European hearth oven, and bakers will be visible mixing, shaping and

Cary Community Choir have been invited to Director David Mellnik and the

pulling loaves from the oven throughout the day. La Farm will also

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offer full coffee service and a café menu, with seating for 30 indoors

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Vicky Serany, owner of

SOUTHERN STUDIO INTERIOR

DESIGN, has moved her business from Apex to a restored home on West Park Street in downtown Cary. The interior of the 4,200-square foot house, which was built in 1951, has been completely reconfigured with offices, a design studio, showroom and client gathering spaces. Southern Studio Interior Design was founded in 2001. southernstudio.com

The Friends of The Page-Walker Hotel honored Cary High School junior Charlie

The 34th annual Jump for the Children Horse Show, benefiting Duke Children’s Hospital and

2016-2017 President’s Volunteer Service Award, an initiative

Health Center, will be held Nov. 8-12 and

of the Corporation for National and

Nov. 15-19, at the Gov. James B. Hunt

Community Service. The Friends of the

Jr. Horse Complex, 4601Trinity Road,

Page-Walker Hotel recently became a

Raleigh. Jump for the Children is the longest

certifying organization of this award, which

continuously-held, annual fundraiser for

recognizes individuals who demonstrate

Duke Children’s, raising more than $1.9

outstanding volunteer service and civic

million to date. This year, 10 percent of show

Loyack with the

Anne Gittins Photography

participation over the course of a 12-month

proceeds will go to research on therapy dogs for child patients. Show highlights include

period. Loyack received the Gold Award

the Kid Fun & Stick Horse Race, and $50,000 Duke Children’s Grand Prix, featuring the

for his service, associated with activities

best riders on the East Coast. Pictured is 2016 Grand Prix winner Brooke Kemper, riding