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Keep cool with small-batch ice cream

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Built to Last: Cary company

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Scoops of rosemary ice cream from Pints Ice Cream and Beer get a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of sea salt.

More artisan ice cream

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ON THE COVER: A classic sugar cone is elevated with small-batch ice

Dining Guide Happenings

cream like brown-sugar vanilla from Pints Ice Cream and Beer.

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Amber Keister lends a sticky hand to photographer Jonathan Fredin as they work on the cover image. Read more about local ice cream makers starting on page 59.

ASK ANYONE TO tell you about going for ice cream as a kid, and you will always get an answer. From Carvel to Dairy Queen, Bomb Pops to Dilly Bars — everyone has a fond memory of sweltering summers and sweet relief.

My favorite memory involves summer at my grandparents’ place in northwest Missouri — 100-plus acres of pasture, creek and freedom. My grandmother taught piano, and it was my grandfather’s task to keep the grandkids quiet and preferably out of the house when her students came.

Often his solution was a Jeep ride to Taitsville for ice cream and a cold CocaCola. A bustling town at one time, all that was left by the mid-’70s was a weathered country store and a house across the road.

I recall the store’s dark interior, the smell of wood smoke and the handful of old-timers playing checkers. But most of my attention was focused on the soft drink machine that held frosty glass bottles of orange Nehi and the ice cream bars Grandpa doled out to my siblings and me.

I never noticed the frozen raccoon skins nestled next to the Nestle Crunch Bars.

“It is totally true — raccoon skins,” swore my cousin Heather in a group chat with three of my cousins. Crowd-sourcing this tall tale seemed the only way to get to the truth.

“There was a barrel where snakes lived, too!”

Say what?

“There's a bunch of rattlers and copperheads around there,” her brother agreed. “Live venomous snakes fetch good money.”

Heather pinged back: “Who is out there purchasing live venomous snakes?!”

After much silliness about the market value of snakes, the bounty on raccoon pelts and the importance of truth in a good story, we signed off for the night.

The next morning, after consulting an expert, Heather had this update.

“My mom said there was only one freezer case, so the skins HAD to be in with everything,” she wrote. “She remembers the snake barrel vividly. You fed the snake in through a little hole, and when it was full, it was sold and shipped off on the train.”

So, thanks to my cousins, my sweet story about ice cream became one about Snakes on a Train.

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cinema. Filmmakers from around the country have submitted screenplays and short films that embody the theme “Hometown Stories.” Come see what their imaginations have come up with! June 13-17, The Cary Theater. thecarytheater.com

the alt-rock-pop quartets’s “Shut Up and Dance” became a global smash. They lend their voices to a good cause as the Band Together concert headliner. This year’s event benefits Triangle Family Services. 6 p.m., June 23, $25150, Red Hat Amphitheater. bandtogethernc.org JUNE/JULY 2018

Pimento Cheese Festival.

Taste samples made by local restaurants, or dig into cheesy specials from area food trucks. And for the artists out there — try your hand at the pimento cheese sculpting contest!

11 a.m.-4 p.m., June 9, Cary Downtown Park. townofcary.org, search “Pimento Cheese Festival”

BEYOND: The Film Festival celebrates the many facets of storytelling through

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for the annual Summerfest Beach Party.

An evening of beach music will make the whole family smile, sing along and dance until the stars come out. 7:30 p.m., July 21, $17-35, Koka Booth Amphitheatre. boothamphitheatre.com Release your inner superhero at Raleigh Supercon, a three-day festival for fans of pop culture, science fiction, fantasy, cartoons and video games. July 27-29, $20-60, Raleigh Convention Center. raleighsupercon.com

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Let’s hear it for the birds, bats and bees! Learn all about these and other helpful critters at the annual Pollinator Festival.

The free family-friendly event features games, crafts, prizes and cool stuff to take home.

10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 16, Lake Crabtree County Park. wakegov. com/parks/lakecrabtree/Pages/ programs.aspx

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of Edward Bloom, his incredible stories and his son who seeks the truth behind the epic tales.

July 11-22, $32.50-35, Theatre Raleigh. theatreraleigh.com

Have a blast at any of these Fourth of July fireworks displays!

Get a jump on the fun at Morrisville’s event 6-10 p.m., July 3, at Morrisville Community Park. Bring blankets, chairs and snacks so you can hang out until the show begins. townofmorrisville.org

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Fuquay-Varina celebrates Independence Day on July 3 at South Park, 900 S. Main St. Gates open at 6 p.m., Spare Change performs at 7 p.m., and fireworks begin at sundown. fuquay-varina.org

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On July 4, The Raleigh fireworks will be launched from the Varsity Lot at N.C. State University, adjacent to PNC Arena, CarterFinley Stadium and the fairgrounds. PNC Arena will open gates at 6 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. raleighnc.gov The Mavericks, led by the

Miami-born “Caruso of country music,” Raul Malo, is fresh from the success of the Grammy-nominated album “Brand New Day.” This roots-rock and country band with a Latin twist will enliven your summer evening. 8 p.m. July 28, $29-$45, N.C. Museum of Art. ncartmuseum.org

Cary will have its celebration July 4 at Koka Booth Amphitheatre with a scavenger hunt, magicians, a watermelon-eating contest, a Ferris wheel and patriotic music by the N.C. Symphony and the Cary Town Band. Activities begin at 3 p.m. with fireworks following the 7:30 p.m. concert. boothamphitheatre.com Holly Springs hosts a festival July 5 at Sugg Farm in Bass Lake Park. Family-friendly events start at 5 p.m. and fireworks are scheduled for 9:15 p.m. hollyspringsnc.us

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EDITOR’S NOTE: The following are excerpts

By starting businesses, championing causes and upending stereotypes, these young professionals are shaping the future of Western Wake County.

Out of dozens of nominations, these 24 leaders were chosen for their impact and influence in the community.

It’s a diverse bunch — from volunteers to entrepreneurs — so we’ve invited them to describe their journey so far.

Most have faced hard choices, taken risks and seized lucky opportunities. But the common thread is that all have worked hard to achieve their goals.

And the best part? They are just getting started.

from our honoree interviews. For more from the 2018 Cary Magazine Movers & Shakers, see carymagazine.com.

ART CHURCH TITLE: Owner, Mosquito Wizard of NC ON SUCCESS: I have learned that it feels much better to give than to receive. I have always said that if I were ever in a position to give back to my community, I would make that a top priority. I take pride in making sure that my son is involved in any community activities we do, because I feel he needs to learn that, too.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I was taught at a very young age that there’s no such thing as a free lunch, and a person is only as good as their word. Those are characteristics that I have tried to live by and instill in my own son. I know I’ve made mistakes and will continue to make others, but how you react to those and move forward is where you place your value as a person.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: We are a seasonal operation, so controlling our labor pool is a challenge. We have been lucky to find a couple of guys who believe in us and come back year after year. We build our labor force around them.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? As a small-business owner, I make sure I stay involved with community organizations such the Cary Chamber of Commerce, Dorcas Ministries and The Carying Place.

CAITLIN BURKE TITLE: Associate director, Conservation Trust for North Carolina ON SUCCESS: It’s the result of hard work and resilience. I have worked really hard, but still failed at things. That’s difficult to handle, knowing I’ve given everything but it wasn’t enough. Learning to bounce back, adapt and work hard again has been essential. continued on page 22 CARY MAGAZINE 21

Jordan Gussenhoven, Dr. Blake Livingood and Gretta Handley

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“Success and opportunity are often missed because they are dressed up in overalls and look like hard work. Lots of little victories, that don’t look like successes in the moment, when strung together lead to that bigger picture of success. Most people miss out on it because they quit too soon.”

— Dr. Blake Livingood

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HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? Working for a land conservation organization, my work is focused on protecting land and connecting people with places that provide benefits in the form of clean water, fresh local foods, scenic views and outdoor places to recreate. This work aligns with my values of stewardship and of respect for our natural resources. Kindness and service to others are also important to me; values that I put into practice through work and through volunteering for the Town of Cary on the Environmental Advisory Board.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Learning how to be a new mom and an emerging nonprofit leader. I returned from maternity leave last 22

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year to a promotion to associate director of my organization. At home and at work I am undergoing significant transition, which is exciting and scary. I am learning to be more forgiving of myself, to call on others for help, and at times to double down on my work ethic and adaptability.

GRETTA HANDLEY TITLE: CXO (Chief Experience Officer) at Davis & Pyle Plastic Surgery and Skin Raleigh ON SUCCESS: It doesn’t stick. Just because you’ve had some successes doesn’t mean you are going to continue to be successful if you decide to let off the gas. For me, it’s been about consistency. It’s also

about being adaptable to change. Change is usually messy but necessary to grow and adapt to whatever life throws your way.

BIGGEST RISK: I moved to England for almost four years when I was in my 30s — when most people are starting families and settling down. It was hard and thrilling and changed me as a person.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I am lucky enough to have the opposite situation — my personal values are shaped quite a bit by our businesses core values. At Davis & Pyle, we are incredibly intentional about personal growth, family and community.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I’m an avid audio-book listener. I’ve found hours in my day while driving to keep learning from great leaders and sto-

rytellers. Joining or starting small groups focused on empowerment and personal development (like Goalfriends and Girlbosses Shaping Raleigh) keep me accountable and motivated.

Fun facts: I worked for the Wake County Department of Corrections before joining Davis & Pyle Plastic Surgery.

DR. BLAKE LIVINGOOD TITLE: Owner and CEO of Triangle Health Center and drlivingood.com.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? If you examine my main core values, you’ll see faith, family and health.

All day long, I get to lead people to experience real health. If they lose their health, they lose everything — literally nothing else would matter. I get to do that with actual family members like my wife and my team (which is like family to me). We get to take care of a whole bunch of people, helping them reach their full God-given potential.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I manage my time well. It’s amazing how many people waste the time that they get on this earth with activities that don’t matter. Now, I still have fun. I still have a couple of hobbies, but I don’t have a TV. I find the most joy when I spend my time in my core values.

nities, are key to making downtown Cary an exciting place for new residents to live.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I am fortunate to be surrounded by great leaders, such as my uncle and business partner George Jordan, from whom I learn a lot.

FUN FACT: My family settled in Cary in the 1870s; however, I did not personally move to North Carolina until I attended college at UNC-Chapel Hill. I moved frequently while growing up, including living overseas, and it was coming to a community where my family’s roots run deep that inspired me to build a career around its revitalization.

AMBER FAULISI TITLE: Co-owner, Pizzeria Faulisi ON SUCCESS: Believe in what you do and never give up.

BIGGEST RISK: Opening a business in a small town like Cary. We learned there is always room for growth in smaller towns.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: People understanding what exactly our pizza is. Yes, there will be char, and you can’t be afraid of that flavor.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? By educating myself as much as possible on food and beverages, so I can pass that knowledge on to my staff.

Fun fact: I absolutely love to clean.

JORDAN GUSSENHOVEN

SHARON NELL

TITLE: Commercial and residential real estate developer as owner of Chatham Street Commercial BIGGEST RISK: Starting any new real estate project is inherently risky, but committing my efforts to such a small geographic area (downtown Cary) was probably the biggest risk I’ve taken. I have been fortunate to learn that there is tremendous support from the Town of Cary and its residents to see Cary’s historic urban core revitalized and thriving.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: My biggest challenge at any one time is typically my current project, and in this case, it is the development of the Chatham Walk residential condominiums in downtown Cary. Our efforts, and those of our community partners, to stimulate the growth and success of the local ame-

TITLE: Program manager, John Deere

and board chair, The Center for Volunteer Caregiving BIGGEST RISK: A few years ago, I took a two-year break from my career. When it was time to go back to work, I was committed to creating a work arrangement that would meet my needs, but it was difficult to achieve. I turned down opportunities that weren’t quite right. In the past, I would have brushed off a long commute or extensive travel as just another sacrifice that I had to make. By staying true to my values, I eventually landed an amazing opportunity to return to John Deere.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I believe that we are in this life to take care of each other, and I can do that in ways both large and small through The Center for Volunteer Caregiving. My work gives me the opportunity to practice kindness, compassion, commitment and neighborly love.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: The mission of the center is to engage the community in providing volunteer services to improve the lives of seniors, caregivers and adults with disabilities. Growth projections suggest that Wake County’s population of seniors over age 75 will more than double from 2013 to 2033.

The center’s biggest challenge is to support the rapid growth of the community we serve.

FUN FACT: I love to box. I have been hitting the heavy bags at Title Boxing in Cary continued on page 24

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April Maness and Lindsey Harrison Barber

“I learned that no matter what obstacles or challenges may lie ahead, surrounding yourself with good people who build you up and offer solutions during challenging times is imperative.”

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for more than three years, and now I am learning in the ring.

FUN FACT: I used to work in pharmaceuticals in a microbiology lab.

LINDSEY HARRISON BARBER APRIL MANESS TITLE: Owner, The Oaks at Salem BIGGEST RISK: Starting this business in a down economy not knowing if it would succeed. I also learned to be thankful for the challenges. They prepare you for the next steps, getting you closer to the success you desire.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? My core values center around my son, Wade. This business started during a time when I wasn’t sure what to expect for him regarding a diagnosis of autism. I am grateful that this business allows me the flexibility to be at home with him and work around his schedule.

The venue itself became a sort of therapy for him. Having weddings and events in “Wade’s House,” as he calls it, forced him to communicate with people rather than turning into his own little world. He has advanced in so many ways since this business began eight years ago. Today, you can see Wade proudly helping in the fields planting blueberries or helping with the bees.

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TITLE: CEO, SocialCents Media ON SUCCESS: A mentor once told me success is a lot like juggling. Your journey starts out with a few manageable tasks, but as you grow and learn, you’ll add new tasks that you’ll ultimately need to juggle. As these pile up, it’s OK to drop the ball on a few. As long as you keep the flow and ultimately pick up the pace again, you’re winning the game.

BIGGEST RISK: Quitting my Fortune 500 job and betting on myself. From the outside looking in, I had it made — a comfortable job, great benefits and the ability to grow — and many people encouraged me to stay the course.

Although I am grateful for all that I learned, I knew there was something bigger ahead.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Scaling my business to keep up with growth while also proving the same quality that my clients have come to expect. This past year, the agency’s growth has been unparalleled — taking on clients from New York City to San Antonio. To date, I’ve never let my business growth impact my ability to deliver — quality over quantity!

FUN FACT: In my next life I’ll be an interior designer. When we built our home last year, the builder asked to use it as a model to show potential buyers. I took it as a compliment!

WHIT BAKER TITLE: Co-owner and brewmaster, Bond Brothers Beer Company ON SUCCESS: Passion is key to being both good at something and being successful at it. I feel fortunate that I get to go to work every day and pursue goals that I’m passionate about. Passion and the monetization of the thing you love makes it not count as work, right?

BIGGEST RISK: Leaving my job as a high school teacher and turning brewing into a career, instead of just a home brew hobby.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I value hard work, dedication and honesty. I want the product to be the best it can possibly be, and I am the toughest critic of my own beer. If a beer is not up to my standards, it’s not worth sharing with the public. I’d rather dump a batch of beer than put it in the hands of customers, if it’s not the quality I hoped for.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: I’m my own toughest critic, so making sure the beer is a

quality product. I have to keep in mind that experimentation and missed batches are part of the process and part of the fun.

GRETCHEN CAMPBELL TITLE: Licensed professional counselor and owner of Grow, Encourage, Empower PLLC, a private practice therapy business BIGGEST RISK: Quitting my full-time job.

I learned that fear was my biggest hurdle, and I should have taken the leap long ago.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I primarily serve adolescents and young adults, and that service is really all about wellness and selfcare. I truly believe everyone needs a healthy selfcare regimen.

Putting yourself first is of the utmost importance, so you can be the best you can be for yourself and for your loved ones.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I stay connected with other professionals in my field and keep current with what research says. Combined with what’s realistic in today’s world, I see how it relates to the tweens, teens and young adults I see.

FUN FACT: I’m named after my mom, so I’m a junior.

JESSICA MCNAUGHTON TITLE: President of CaraGreen HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? CaraGreen is committed to providing building materials that are healthy and sustainable. This means cleaner homes, cleaner kitchens and healthier lives. We sell products that break down pollution in the air, products that divert thousands of tons of materials from the waste stream, and products that bring nature into a space for less stressful living. I believe in making people’s lives better and protecting our planet.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: We are a mostly female organization in the construction space. We get bullied a lot and spoken to as if we could not possibly know what we are talking about. We focus on education, learning our products inside and out and becoming experts on our materials, how they are fabricated and installed, and for which applications they are best suited. I do not tolerate

my staff being bullied, threatened or berated.

I will walk away from business if it comes at the cost of being bullied.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I hire people who are younger, smarter or more skilled than I am and try to learn from them. I need to be building the people that can lead in the future. I can’t throw my hands up and say, “Instagram is not a thing.”

I need to hire someone who can show me that thing. As a leader, you need to be on trend and embrace them, which often means admitting you don’t know something.

FUN FACT: I grew up in Vermont on a farmhouse that was used to smuggle slaves north as part of the Underground Railroad.

We did not know the area, and I had no job when we moved, but we took a huge leap of faith. Within a few weeks, I had several job interviews. It was the best decision we ever made for our careers and family.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: My biggest challenge is delegation. I have always been a “grab the bull by the horns” leader, and I love to jump in feet first. I am learning that delegation ultimately makes me more productive, and it also empowers others around me to be part of the success.

FUN FACTS: I am named after a character in the Disney movie “Escape to Witch Mountain,” and I met my husband at a car dealership.

CREIGHTON BLACKWELL TIA COPPUS TITLE: Treasury management advisor, Pinnacle Financial Partners BIGGEST RISK: In February 2009, without notice, I was laid off from my job. Due to the economic crisis, there were very few companies hiring in the small Virginia town we were living in. I spoke to my husband, and within two weeks we decided to make a move to Morrisville. I had read that the Triangle was thriving, and we could see online there were thousands of jobs available in Western Wake.

TITLE: Vice president, Corporate Affairs and Community Engagement, Coastal Federal Credit Union ON SUCCESS: I’ve learned that success is never given; it must be earned. It is also constantly redefined based on your goals and expectations. It should never be measured by how others view you, only by the goals and expectations that you set for yourself.

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etiquette, concern for community, diversity and empathetic professionalism are all aligned in my everyday work. I’m humbled to be at a company that treasures helping the community and allows me to demonstrate these values in how we benefit people living very different journeys.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Trying to be an outstanding father to my three young kids. I’m trying to overcome this challenge by modeling the single most important trait one can successfully demonstrate personally or professionally: listening! Listening to my kids, my employees, my peers, my leaders, my communities and my critics can only help me grow as a leader at home and at work.

FUN FACTS: I am an avid comic book fan/ reader, and I also coach kids’ basketball, flag football, soccer and baseball. I like to stay busy!

CHRIS ROCHE TITLE: Owner, Triangle Wine Company ON SUCCESS: Success is impossible without an enormous amount of hard work — or an enormous trust fund, which I don’t have.

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definitely the biggest risk I’ve ever taken.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I believe that every person deserves to be treated with respect and valued.

Interacting with customers on a daily basis helps me to try to achieve that.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Time management. No matter how much I work, as a business owner, the workload never really diminishes. Thankfully, I have some key people who help me stay sane.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I am always reading business and economic articles to learn more. I try to listen to my employees and see where I can do better.

VALUES? I was taught at a young age to be self-aware and to treat others like I want to be treated. I use these tools every day in practicing law. With real estate closings, the attorney serves as the central source of communication between all parties: buyers, sellers, agents and lenders. My team and I strive to create a smooth closing process with our responsiveness, efficiency and competency.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Trying to juggle my career with being a mom is a constant battle. I’ve got a 3-year-old girl and a 4-month-old boy, and it’s hard only getting to spend a few quality hours with them a day during the week. I make sure my time with them is special and not spent on my phone.

FUN FACT: I have a recurring nightmare that the N.C. Bar Association rules will change, and I’ll have to take another bar exam.

RACHEL FOX TITLE: Ad director for Babiekins Magazine, business manager for Wolfandfriends.com, freelance writer and photographer, and advocate for individuals with different abilities BIGGEST RISK: I owe a lot of my success to reaching out to people I don’t know. I admit it is bold and may be difficult for introverts, but what is the worst that could happen?

How is work aligned with core values?

I advocate for individuals with different abilities through my various creative jobs. I use models with different abilities in my photography, and I write about my experiences as a parent of a child with different needs. I also represent brands and toys that are help-

MICHELE CALLAWAY TITLE: Real estate closing attorney with Adams, Howell, Sizemore & Lenfestey, PA BIGGEST RISK: A little over a year ago, I left a firm I had worked at for seven years.

The pay was good, I enjoyed my coworkers, but professionally I had hit the glass ceiling, and the firm’s core values didn’t align with mine. I left everything that was comfortable and took a chance at a new firm within two days of meeting with a partner at Adams & Howell. I haven’t looked back since.

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“The most wonderful thing about what I do is that I get to express my values through my work — inclusion, acceptance of differences and being open-minded.”

— Rachel Fox

ful to the special-needs community. What I love most about what I do, is being able to advocate for my daughter and her peers. Our daughter Eva, 5, was born with Down syndrome and a congenital heart defect. Eva and her siblings inspire me every day.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: As I take on more and new opportunities, it is becoming harder to find a balance between being a mom and a work-from-home mom. Family is always a first priority, and then I focus on my workload by importance and deadline. I ask myself every day, "How can I make better use of my time?

Do I really need to be doing this right now?"

JENNIE KOWALESKI TITLE: Physician assistant and co-owner of Azura Skin Care Center ON SUCCESS: Celebrate the small victories. I reflect on the things that have got us where we are today, and I am just in awe of the small things that all aligned to get us to the greater goals.

BIGGEST RISK: I just jumped. I had been the employee for over 23 years, and then almost in an instant decided to become the employer. I began to analyze the pros/cons, risks/benefits — mainly being a mom of two little ones — and decided to just go for it. The unknown is not as dark and scary as one would think. We all have a light inside of us that sometimes just needs to be switched on, and then watch out!

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: We have grown insanely fast, which is humbling and fantastic, but can take a toll on the work-life balance. I am building a team of fantastic employees and learning to trust and pass control of work tasks to others.

FUN FACTS: I have been a Girl Scout leader for four years, and even though it can be exhausting, I love my little troop and have learned so much from being with them.

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I really enjoy both my day job at the EPA and my position on the Apex Town Council because they allow me to follow my core value of doing the greatest good for the greatest number of people.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Like Cary in the 1990s, Apex’s rapid growth is changing the community and stretching its infrastructure. The main challenge confronting me on the Apex Town Council is trying to maintain Apex’s small-town character while embracing that it’s a thriving suburb of Raleigh.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I’m constantly trying to do two things: gather innovative ideas and best practices from other local governments, and make myself available as much as possible to hear concerns from Apex residents.

FUN FACTS: I only have the second coolest job in the family; my wife Alison works for the State Crime Lab as a forensic scientist. I also grow Cascade hops in my backyard.

AUDRA KILLINGSWORTH TITLE: Apex Town Council member, and occupational therapist and rehab director at Legacy Healthcare Services

HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? My core values are based on empathy, listening to people, doing no harm and trying to solve problems. For example, several residents near downtown Apex were concerned about CSX trains idling all night long. The idling trains made their houses rattle and shake. After hearing their concerns, we held a listening session and invited local representatives to try and get to the bottom of what was going on. These people were really frustrated, and they felt like no one was listening to them.

People do want to feel like they’re heard. They want to be able to say, “I have a concern. I’m telling you and I want you to listen.” Even if we disagree or can’t do anything about it, being able to sit there and tell them, “I’m listening to you, I hear what you’re saying,” I think it makes people feel better about their community and their representative.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: My biggest challenge is balancing my full-time job, the Town Council position and my personal relationships with my children and husband.

I am still learning to balance those roles. continued on page 28

BRETT GANTT TITLE: Apex Town Council member, and statistician with the Environmental Protection Agency BIGGEST RISK: Deciding to run for Apex Town Council. Even though I didn’t know how the election would turn out, simply taking the risk to run for public office was a fulfilling experience.

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“I feel successful when I know that I have helped someone, made someone smile or bettered our community. I want to make sure that I inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more.”

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CARRIE SCARLETT TITLE: Instructional resource teacher/instructional technology facilitator for the Wake County Public School System HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? I believe the mind of a child is the most beautiful place. It is a canvas where we, as educators, can create a priceless piece of work. We have the ability to embrace their interests, influence their goals and be the guiding light to their success. Being able to help and impact people is a gift that I do not take lightly. I cherish the fact that I get to wake up every day and work to have a positive impact on the students, their families and our surrounding community.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: The biggest challenge that I face daily is making sure that I do everything in my power to meet the unique needs of all my students. Every student enters our classrooms with varying strengths and areas of improvements. They derive from varying backgrounds and cultures. It is imperative that my students feel respected, valued and proud of their heritage. Every student has a different learning style. We must work to be creative in our instructional delivery and intentional with how we challenge our students.

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BIGGEST RISK: Deciding to pursue a master’s degree at Harvard University while working full-time at WRAL is the biggest risk that I’ve taken. Three years ago, I feared that I could not balance the intensity of working in the news industry and excel at school. Fortunately, with the remarkable support of WRAL and my managers, I graduated in May. HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? Through my years in the news industry, I’ve come to recognize that integrity is one of the most important aspects of being a journalist. As the Fourth Estate, the

news media has a responsibility to seek the truth and share that truth fully. I take that responsibility seriously both on and off the anchor desk.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: There are people who discount, discredit and question a person’s abilities based on their appearance. As a young, black woman, my biggest challenge is dispelling those stereotypes. I believe that my resilience and work ethic will continue to prove that I am qualified to sit at the table.

FUN FACTS: I have been in the television industry since I was a child. I had my own public access television show in Atlanta for

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ple don’t often take kindly to women who speak directly against injustice. I address this challenge by building relationships with people and trying to ignore the voices in my head and the voices around me that say women can’t do this work.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? I hire people who challenge me, who push me to remain true to my calling and who work with me to make the church a genuinely inclusive community of faith.

When engaged in the work of ministry, you need good people to be with you in the trenches.

FUN FACT: My favorite Cary establishment is Bond Brothers Brewing Company.

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three years called “About Kids with Mikaya.”

I am a former Miss Georgia, winning the title in 2010.

REV. LAUREN EFIRD TITLE: Senior pastor, Greenwood Forest Baptist Church, Cary BIGGEST RISK: Standing with my congregation to fight against the unjust detention and eventual deportation of one of my church members. We ultimately failed, but we believe we succeeded in being faithful. I risked my reputation, financial stability, not being liked; and being at odds with govern-

ment officials and community leaders.

But to be clear, my risks paled in comparison to the risks that the vulnerable in our community face Rev. Lauren Efird every day. The world that we live in is hostile to people who don’t look like me, to the immigrants and foreigners in our midst.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: My biggest challenge is the perceptions I encounter being a young, female clergyperson. Peo-

TITLE: Former executive director, Raleigh Wake Partnership to End and Prevent Homelessness HOW IS WORK ALIGNED WITH CORE VALUES? When you find work that is aligned with your core values, it doesn’t feel like work. In my recent role with the partnership, it was easy to align work goals with personal values as we sought solutions to Wake County’s crisis of housing, affordability and preventing and ending homelessness. I believe that housing is a basic huShana Overdorf man right, and I had a platform to help raise awareness and educate others using data to find solutions and to explain why this conversation was essential to our community.

HOW DO YOU GROW AS A LEADER? My ongoing leadership development includes participation in Grinnell Leadership’s Advanced Group Coaching, an individually tailored executive development program.

I serve on the Leadership Raleigh Alumni Board and the board of directors of A Place at the Table in addition to a couple of nonprofit peer groups.

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TECHNOLOGY — some days we can’t put it down, others we don’t even want to turn it on. No matter your (or your kid’s) preference, plenty of family fun is nearby. So switch off the TV reruns, and enjoy these long summer days.

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For these outings, leave devices at home, and you won’t even miss them.

Apex Community Park has all the essentials Western Wake residents have come to expect of the area’s top notch green spaces: athletic fields, outdoor courts, playgrounds and a 2-mile greenway.

Since last summer, it’s also been home to the country’s first Elevate Fitness Course.

“Burke Playgrounds ... designed this fitness course patterned after American Ninja Warrior,” said John Brown, director of Apex Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. “They were looking for a place to do a pilot course. Apex had the chance to have something nobody else has.”

The obstacle-based training course, inspired by NBC’s hit competition series, is much more than traditional play equipment, with challenges that test strength, agility, balance and speed. Instructions on site describe how to complete the Lava Leap, Frog Hop and Wall Clinger, among others. Elevate’s unique obstacles keep kids engaged and physically active, and it’s a workout for parents, too.

“We didn’t realize how popular it would be,” said Brown.

“The target age is eighth grade and older, and the intention has been in part to help fight teen obesity. Kids can sign up for a 10-week session with a fitness trainer and measure their progress on the course.”

The Apex parks department plans to debut a ninja fitness class in its September program offerings, he said.

Elevate Fitness Course is free and open to the public, and younger children can enjoy the obstacles with parental supervision.

Make sure to wear closed-toed shoes suitable for climbing and jumping. Challenge your family to see who can find the most creative way through or who can finish the fastest.

Elevate Fitness Course at Apex Community Park 2200 Laura Duncan Road, Apex (919) 249-3402 Apexnc.org

Cook from scratch Kids in the kitchen might mean sticky fingers, spilled flour and clumpy dough, but it’s a great way to involve the entire family in household responsibilities. If you’re unsure how to get your children involved, Apex’s Taste Buds Kitchen will come to the rescue.

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Hayden Koller, 11, and Caleb Koller, 7, scale an obstacle at the Elevate Fitness Course at Apex Community Park.

“Taste Buds Kitchen is a fully hands-on cooking studio. We make everything completely from scratch,” said owner Lisa Roche.

Children as young as 2 years old can take a cooking class with a caregiver. Options for the entire family are offered starting at age 9.

“We find that it’s important to get the kids into the kitchen to familiarize themselves with equipment … and they have their caregiver as their sous chef to help them,” Roche said.

Each child gets his or her own set of ingredients so there’s no competition for mixing and pouring among siblings.

Cupcake classes are always popular, said Roche, but plenty of

other family offerings are available for air-conditioned fun. Upcoming workshops include gingerbread beach house decorating, a Father’s Day pizza party and a handmade pasta course.

“We want kids to get excited about being in the kitchen,” said Roche. “The best part is eating your hard work at the end.”

Taste Buds Kitchen 1475 Beaver Creek Commons Drive, Apex (919) 362-1010 tastebudskitchen.com/apex

Paddle at Lake Crabtree Another tech-free option is a day of “quiet camaraderie” on the waters of Lake Crabtree, suggests Park Manager Drew Cade. The lake allows only non-motorized watercraft, so it’s perfect for a low-and-slow outing that’s entirely screen-free.

For a mere $7 per hour, guests can rent canoes, kayaks and the increasingly popular stand-up paddleboards. Rentals include a personal floatation device and the necessary paddles or oars. The facility currently has six stand-up paddleboards and is looking to add more to meet demand.

“If you’re stable on a canoe or kayak, you can stand on a board,” Cade said, citing Lake Crabtree’s wake-free water as a great place for an inaugural SUP session.

“Being elevated above the water provides a different experience. It’s a very relaxing thing,” he said.

Best suited for families with teenagers or college students, Lake Crabtree allows only one person per board with a minimum age of 16. However, REI and Great Outdoor Provision Co., host clinics during June with a larger variety of craft available, including some that may be appropriate for younger ages.

Families with small children might consider a double kayak or a canoe to explore the lake. Make sure to pick up Lake Crabtree’s paddling brochure, which features a 10-point trail highlighting natural and manmade features in the park.

Lake Crabtree County Park 400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville (919) 460-3390

Managing the ‘Necessary Evil’ of Screens Like it or not, technology is a part of family life.

While we all enjoy the instant information and endless entertainment technology delivers, it’s all too easy for kids — and adults — to get lost in the digital world if screen time limits aren’t clearly established.

Dr. Kristen Wynns, owner of Wynns Family Psychology, offers these strategies for finding a high/low technology balance.

• Parents can model effective “media diets” to help their children learn to be healthy in what they consume. Take an active role in children’s media education by co-viewing programs with them, checking their phones and watching the games they play.

• Be a good role model. Don’t check your phone at every stoplight or check Facebook every time you hear the ding.

• Make a media-use plan, including mealtime and bedtime curfews for media devices.

Screens should be kept out of kids’ bedrooms.

• Limit entertainment screen time to less than one or two hours per day. In children under 2, discourage screen media exposure. Turn off screens 30 minutes to an hour before bedtime.

• Build a reward system. Set rules about screen times with rewards for cooperation and consequences for non-compliance. Enforce them consistently.

• Allow children and teens to earn more screen time on weekends and in the summer. Do chores, achieve behavioral goals, exercise or complete other requests in order to gain extra time.

• Keep an ongoing and evolving dialogue about technology with kids and teens as they mature.

Check in with kids often and watch for warning signs of excessive screen use: social isolation, avoiding real-life problems, lying or concealing gaming time and irritability when not gaming.

Interested in learning more? Check WynnsFamilyPsychology.com for dates and information about Dr. Wynns’ upcoming Tweens Teens & Screens Parenting Workshop.

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Video games and smartphones don’t have to be isolating with these interactive alternatives.

Experience a new reality Impress even the most tech-savvy youngsters with a trip to Augmentality Labs, a virtual reality arcade less than 30 minutes from downtown Cary.

The year-old business is the first VR arcade in the Triangle and offers a technology experience that most guests have never encountered.

“Virtual reality is brand new to nearly all of our customers, particularly the fully immersive and interactive VR available,” said co-founder Alicia Hetrick. “In our stations, you have a headset and two controllers that are tracked within a 10-foot-by-10-foot space, allowing free movement.”

Geared toward ages 8 and older, Augmentality Labs offers dozens of game choices including sports, first-person shooters, arcadestyle games, multiplayer experiences and lifestyle adventures like swimming with the dolphins or exploring historical landmarks.

Parents and children, even those who don’t consider themselves gamers, can still enjoy the virtual reality experience.

“We have a comfortable space set up where you can laugh at those in the headsets waving their arms around wildly, see a firstperson view of the headsets on attached TVs and play retro and board games while in between sessions,” Hetrick said.

Sessions start at 30 minutes. Adjacent VR stations can be booked together, so groups can play next to each other.

“It is nearly impossible to describe the experience, but it does feel truly real,” said Hetrick. “We hear a lot of ‘Wow, that was way better than I imagined!’”

Augmentality Labs 207 North Church St., Durham (919) 748-4578 augmentalitylabs.com

videographers can now create their own movies with nothing but a smartphone and a free app.

To get started, you’ll need to download a stop-motion animation app. Check out Stop Motion Studio for Apple devices or Clayframes for Android phones. Both have free versions for beginners and upgrade options for a few dollars.

Next, brainstorm an idea involving objects or toys from around the house. Possibilities include building with blocks, a stuffed-animal parade, a LEGO character adventure or drawing a picture. It takes dozens of images to create a few seconds of film, so start simple until you get a feel for the technology and patience required.

Position your objects on your desired background, then launch your app to start taking the photos. Move each piece incrementally in between each photo for the smoothest transition.

Features in the apps allow you to add sound, backgrounds and rearrange frames. If your app contains an “onion skin” control, use it to view transparent overlays of previous frames and position your camera more precisely frame to frame.

Preschool and elementary ages will enjoy creating the story and moving the objects, but will need help from a parent or sibling to

Stop-motion animation techniques have been used in filmmaking for more than 100 years.

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Film a stop motion movie

Make your own rendition of “The Lego Movie” with a smartphone and an animation app like Stop Motion Studio for iPhone.

control the camera. Middle- and high-schoolers will be able to dive deeper into the app’s features and execute without much assistance.

Of course, everyone loves to see their finished project dance across the screen.

Host a video game night

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If the Scrabble board elicits eye rolls from your family, then it may be time to turn game night high tech. Playing video games together can be as rewarding for family bonding as traditional board games, and even more so when the children get to lead the activity with their own digital favorites.

“Most kids and teens are passionate about their online and gaming worlds,” said Dr. Kristen Wynns, owner of Wynns Family Psychology.

Playing video games side by side allows parents to connect with children over something that’s often divisive and to be seen as playmates instead of Mom and Dad. “I encourage parents to ‘play dumb’ and ask to be taught how to play a certain game or to use a certain social media app. Kids and teens like to feel as if they are experts, and teaching parents can be an easy way to bond,” said Wynns.

Set rules for time limits beforehand, so everyone gets a fair turn.

Keep the mood upbeat and casual — video games can get serious fast

— the goal is connection, not “I encourage parents to (too much) competition. ‘play dumb’ and ask to be Music games like Guitar taught how to play a certain Hero or Rock Band make game ... Kids and teens like great choices since the famto feel as if they are experts, ily works together while and teaching parents can be jamming to favorite an easy way to bond.” songs. Dancing games – Dr. Kristen Wynns, Wynns Family Psychology such as Just Dance keep everyone active and give spectators a great chance for giggles.

Common Sense Media has a list of their top family video games recommended by age, or consider these interactive options: • Sketch Party TV, a drawing and guessing game similar to Pictionary that’s played through Apple TV with an iPhone or iPad. • Knowledge is Power, a game show trivia quiz that pits contestants against each other to reach the top of the knowledge pyramid.

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• Beasts of Balance, a stacking game that lives partly on your tabletop and the rest on screen. Build towers of animals in reverse Jenga style, and watch your digital world grow with the height of your tower. t Augmentality Labs co-founder Alicia Hetrick experiences a virtual world playing an undersea game at the Durham game center.

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Gara Coppola, left, a retired real estate broker, is able to stay in her own home thanks to help from caregiver Diane Snedeker, who is with Seniors Helping Seniors.

An array of services helps seniors age in place

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RETIRED REAL ESTATE BROKER Gara Coppola wanted to grow old in the house she’s shared with her husband, Peter, for the past 21 years.

“I couldn’t drive anymore,” said the 74-year-old Coppola. “We needed someone to share those responsibilities of daily living. I didn’t like the idea of being in residential facility. We put a lot of ourselves in this house, and we didn’t want to give that up.”

This region has one of the fastest-growing senior populations nationwide. About 10 percent of Cary’s population is over the age of 65. Like the Coppolas, many seniors are choosing to age in place with the help of services geared toward making their golden years comfortable at home.

“I couldn’t drive anymore. We needed someone to share those responsibilities of daily living. I didn’t like the idea of being in a residential facility. We put a lot of ourselves in this house, and we didn’t want to give that up.”

—Gara Coppola,

retired real estate broker

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Hayes Barton pharmacy technician Julie Stoner refills a customized multidose medication packaging folder, which organizes seniors' medications by day of week and time of day.

continued from page 45

“We had the best last moments together.

That was better than getting a call from some facility. I have a picture of me taking my first steps as a child. He helped me take my first steps.

I helped him take his last.”

—Margo Arrowsmith,

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Happier at home

“Aging in place is cheaper than institutional care,” said Steve Hahn, AARP North Carolina associate state director. “It’s by far the preference of the individual to stay in the home and the community as long as possible.”

However, there are many factors that can easily change this equation such as one’s state, whether they rent or own their home, or if they require additional services such as Alzheimer’s care.

Hahn further explains that the cost comparison between home care and nursing home care is not cut and dried. According to the American Elder Care Research Organization, the general rule of thumb is that if 40 hours or less per week of paid home care is

required, then home care is a less expensive option than assisted living.

Margo Arrowsmith, a Cary-based agingin-place consultant at Silvers Linings, a Senior Counseling Service, says the key to keeping parents at home is having a team in place.

“You need family members, volunteers and paid workers,” said Arrowsmith, the author of “You Can Keep Your Parents Home: Keep Your Job and Life, Save Your Life and Sanity.”

She penned her book after caring for her mother and father at home. It is a combination of lists, resources and her personal story of caring for her parents — including mistakes made.

Her elderly parents initially lived in

Diane Snedeker, right, helps Gara Coppola with gardening and other chores. “The reason I got started with Seniors Helping Seniors was because I felt the need to give of myself. I’m working, but it’s like being with family,” says Snedeker.

a guest house on Arrowsmith’s property in Raleigh. After her mother’s death, her father lived in her home.

Arrowsmith reflects that she was lucky to share the last moments with her 92-yearold father.

“I helped him into bed, and I tucked him in. We hugged and we both said, ‘I love you.’ I came down the next morning, and he was gone,” she recalled.

“We had the best last moments together. That was better than getting a call from some facility. I have a picture of me taking my first steps as a child. He helped me take my first steps. I helped him take his last.”

In hindsight, Arrowsmith wishes she would have hired someone to handle more

chores when her mother was living, because her father was overwhelmed by caring for his wife, who suffered from debilitating diabetes.

She could have benefitted from a caregiver from the award-winning Aware Senior Care, which provides in-house care for seniors.

Started by Tim Murray and his wife, Gina, the Cary-based family-run business started out of necessity when the Murrays needed to find quality, compassionate home care services for their aging parents.

Gina says the company offers both companion and personal care services. The staff can assist in grocery shopping, meal preparation, laundry, cleaning and transportation.

Duties most in demand include the changing of linen. Many seniors struggle to reach the corners of the bed. Others like someone in the home while they are showering. And then there are the rides to doctor’s appointments, church services, luncheons and the beauty shop.

Organizing bills and pills

Karen Hankins, owner of Integrity Money Management based in Cary, helps seniors manage their daily monetary affairs.

The former math teacher and bookkeeper

will come to a client’s home, organize and pay their bills.

Hankins finds many seniors are overwhelmed by the task of bill-paying, or their now-deceased spouse handled that chore.

She makes sure bills are paid on time and also prepares a budget so seniors can see where their money is going.

Several times, Hankins has found ways to save her clients money.

“I make sure they are utilizing the services they are paying for,” she said. “I had one client paying for internet services she didn’t need. I saved her $50 per month.

“Another client received a hospital bill for $5,000. His secondary insurance hadn’t paid for the bill because he didn’t fill out the paperwork. We requested the paperwork, and I filled it out for him.”

Hayes Barton Pharmacy of Raleigh also helps seniors stay on top of medical issues by offering pre-packaged medications.

“We organize them like a pill box.

They are customized based on how they are using them,” said Brent Talley, the pharmacy manager. continued on page 48

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Brent Talley, owner of Hayes Barton Pharmacy in Raleigh, displays a customized multidose medication packaging folder.

The pharmacy will deliver prescriptions and over-the-counter drugstore items to seniors’ homes. continued from page 47

RESOURCES: Aware Senior Care awareseniorcare.com Margo Arrowsmith keepyourparentshome.com Seniors Helping Seniors Jordan Lake In-Home Care Services seniorcarejordanlake.com The American Elder Care Research Organization’s cost calculator and information that can be found at payingforseniorcare. com/longtermcare/home-care-vs-assisted-living.html Hayes Barton Pharmacy delivers to most Cary residents except those in southwest Cary. hayesbartonpharmacy.com

All the morning, lunch, evening and bedtime pills are synced. Each card has pills for seven days, and patients are given a four-week cycle.

“When they get to the last card, we call them and talk to them about medications to see if there have been any changes,” he said.

The service costs $20 per month for syncing medications and prepackaging. The first three months of service is free with a $10 minimum of prescriptions. The pharmacy serves those living in most parts of Cary and will also deliver over-the-counter products such as toothpaste or lotion.

Comfort and companionship

Eric Oltman, owner of Seniors Helping Seniors Jordan Lake In-Home Care Services, hires people in their 50s and 60s to help clients in their 70s and 80s living in Cary. His caregivers range from retired nurses to former business owners.

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keeper for an assisted living facility who now works for Seniors Helping Seniors. She assists Coppola, who suffers from Parkinson’s disease, with gardening and other chores.

“Last week, we spray-painted a planter and planted lavender, rosemary, basil, oregano and cilantro. She loves nature,” Snedeker said.

“The reason I got started with Seniors Helping Seniors was because I felt the need to give of myself,” she said. “I’m working, but it’s like being with family. We just laugh together and share stories with one another.

It’s not like a job. You get great satisfaction helping other people.”

Meanwhile Coppola and her husband get to enjoy the gorgeous view of the golf course from their backyard and their hot pink azaleas.

“Seniors Helping Seniors was a lifesaver for me,” said Coppola. “I didn’t know that companionship was going to be one of the best benefits.” t

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at Briar Chapel It won’t take long to realize that Encore by David Weekley Homes at Briar Chapel is more than a community - it’s a lifestyle.

This adult-only community, located in Chapel Hill and designed with you in mind, will be a springboard for new experiences, filled with more joy, contentment and freedom within a 55+ community.

In Encore at Briar Chapel, connecting with friends and neighbors has never been easier, and you’ll have plenty of fun, enriching activities to choose from to make your calendar as full as you want it to be. You’ll love exploring all there is to do in the Encore-exclusive, 3,100-square-foot amenity center, complete with a lifestyle director, swimming pool and patio. Meet up with friends at the clubhouse, invigorate your mind and body with yoga in the fitness room, or relax and catch the sun by the sparkling pool.

You can also venture into the larger Briar Chapel community, whether you want to stay active or de-stress. Indulge your competitive side with a friendly game of basketball or pickleball at the sports complex, let your four-legged friend play at the dog park or just unwind with a stroll through the many parks, beautiful gardens or along the expansive trail system. Soak in a lifestyle of more freedom, fun and possibility.

At David Weekley Homes, we believe a home can delight and inspire - and we are leading the way in lifestyle-driven home design with Encore by David Weekley Homes. Encore homes offer an ideal balance of livability and outstanding design so you can enjoy the lifestyle you want in a home that is as beautiful as it is accommodating.

Homes in Encore live as good as they look, with openconcept, low-maintenance design, expanded outdoor living areas for entertaining and a high level of personalization available. In Encore at Briar Chapel, you can choose from a variety of singlelevel floor plans in the Tradition or Classic Series. Plus, you can select from thousands of Custom Choices™ to tailor your home to suit your needs and lifestyle.

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Centered Around Active Lifestyle for Seniors Looking at the list of activities at SearStone, you might think you were at a resort rather than a retirement community. With such offerings as art classes, lectures, concerts, dance instruction, golf outings, field trips to sporting events and symphony performances, conversational French club, yoga and more, it’s no wonder the residents are never bored. SearStone even had a group of athletes who participated in the Wake County Senior Games.

The SearStone community was designed around the concept of “new urbanism,” which promotes walkable neighborhoods, social interactions and an active lifestyle. Research has shown that active seniors are more likely to be healthier and mentally sharper than sedentary ones. SearStone is also just down the street from Prestonwood Country Club and across the street from grocery stores, restaurants, specialty shops and more.

SearStone has a full-time director of resident life and a wellness director, in addition to an energetic staff and 24-hour concierge service.

“It is just so darn fun, and there are so many things to do!” says Marshall Carter. He can usually be found in the fitness center doing flexibility and balance exercises in the afternoon. His wife Janet is dedicated to her yoga practice and other classes.

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the Grand Ballroom • Salon and massage area • Transportation services • Full-service restaurant • Casual bar and grille “I’ve made good friends with whom I enjoy sharing meals, trips and other activities like movies, concerts or eating out, and it is an ideal place in which to pursue my personal interests,” said Dr. John O’Neil. “I try to walk two to five miles and to practice my clarinet and guitar daily.”

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Building Retirement on a Strong Foundation Nestled in the beautiful foliage of a quiet neighborhood is a fully accredited, non-profit community for seniors looking to enhance their retirement. Glenaire is Cary’s Presbyterianaffiliated continuing-care retirement community with the mission of ensuring long-lasting independence for residents.

As many of our residents say — moving to Glenaire is a gift to their children, knowing that they will always be well taken care of during their active, independent retirement.

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At Milk Lab in Cary, a milk-based mixture is poured onto a super-cold surface and stirred as it freezes, creating a creamy texture. Once frozen, the mixture is spread across the icy grill and pushed into rolls.

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“All the fruits we use are fresh, and we’re committed to using quality ingredients.”

— Bin Chen, Milk Lab

SELECTIONS: Among the fanciful ice cream picks include Oreo-permeated Cookie Monster, Campfire Delight (graham crackers, chocolate syrup and toasted marshmallow) and Unicorn Poop, a caramel base with Fruity Pebbles cereal. Unlimited toppings means you can add Gummy Worms, mixed nuts, vanilla wafers, M&Ms, honey and more.

“All the fruits we use are fresh, and we’re committed to using quality ingredients,” Bin said.

DISTINCTIVENESS: Customers can watch as ice cream is made to order on a large, steel-plated machine that looks like an extremely cold pizza pan.

“It’s essentially a powerful condenser that operates between minus 16 and minus 25 degrees Celsius,” said Bin. The milk-based mixture is poured onto the flat surface and skillfully stirred as it freezes, eliminating large crystals of ice to create a creamy texture. Once frozen, the mixture is spread across the icy grill and pushed into rolls.

MUST-TRY FLAVOR: Monkey Business, a superlative comingling of fresh banana and Nutella hazelnut spread.

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Inspired by Thai street vendors, Milk Lab’s rolled ice cream can be customized with a variety of mix-ins and toppings. Popular flavors include, clockwise from top: Unicorn Poop, caramel ice cream with Fruity Pebbles cereal; Bang Bang, featuring house-brewed Thai tea; and matcha, green tea ice cream with fresh strawberries.

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ANDIA’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM BACKSTORY: What began in 2014 as a catering/ special-events enterprise called The Freezing Pointe has rebranded and added an accessible retail spot. Owners Andia and George Xouris earned a 2017 red ribbon from the National Ice Cream Retailers Association for their French vanilla and a Maggy Award for Best Small Business earlier this year.

SELECTIONS: Andia’s serves 22 traditional and eclectic flavors, including a vegan ice cream and two sorbets. Choices like rose pistachio, dark chocolate raspberry and salted caramel keep things intriguing.

“One of our most popular flavors is toffee caramel crunch with locally sourced Durham Toffee,” said Andia.

Consider ordering an ice cream cookie sandwich, baklava sundae or a tempting sampler flight containing seven mini scoops of ice cream. Takeaway quarts are also available.

DISTINCTIVENESS: Ice cream is made in small batches using premium, all-natural ingredients free of additives and hormones. What’s more, the shop’s staff is super-friendly. “We take time to sit with our guests and get to know them,” Andia said.

“People either come here after having a bad day, and they leave with a smile, or they’ve had a great day and leave even happier.”

MUST-TRY ITEM: The doughnut sundae is a glazed doughnut stuffed with any flavor ice cream and topped with caramel sauce, chocolate syrup and sprinkles. “We put the doughnut in a warmer that seals in the ice cream, making it gooey,” she explained.

10120 Green Level Church Road, Suite 208 (Cary Park Town Center), Cary (919) 822-1866 andiasicecream.com

Andia’s ice cream can be ordered sandwiched between chocolate chip cookies or sealed in a doughnut. Flavors change frequently, but shown here are mint chip, chocolate, French vanilla and rose pistachio.

“One of our most popular flavors is toffee caramel crunch with locally sourced Durham Toffee.”

— Andia Xouris, Andia’s

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Goodberry’s, multiple locations: Rich, creamy custard made hourly with pure ingredients equals long lines worth waiting in.

Ice Cream Shop, Apex: Owner Bryan Marshburn keeps the focus on simple goodness at this vintage downtown parlor that sells Hershey’s frozen treats.

Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream, Holly Springs: All-natural ice cream and freshly baked cookies make for a winning combination at this mom-and-pop shop.

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Fresh. local ice cream

“I grew up in Cary, so it was a dream come true for us to open one here.”

— Jason Hillman, FRESH. Local Ice Cream

BACKSTORY: Brett Hillman opened the original FRESH. Local Ice Cream on Raleigh’s Glenwood Avenue in 2011. Six years later, son and daughter-in-law Jason and Casey Hillman followed the family tradition and opened the downtown Cary location.

“I grew up in Cary, so it was a dream come true for us to open one here,” Jason said.

SELECTIONS: Flavors range from Madagascar vanilla and butter pecan to strawberry cheesecake and Carolina crunch, a salted-caramel base mixed with crushed Heath and Butterfinger candy bars. Four specialty flavors appear each month. There’s also a couple of non-dairy frozen desserts made with almond milk.

For special gatherings, consider the make-yourown-sundae bar delivered wherever you need it. A nifty cooler bag arrives with pre-made cups of ice cream accompanied with all the necessary toppings.

DISTINCTIVENESS: Locally sourced ingredients are free of artificial hormones, antibiotics or pesticides. A large, open window at the front of the cozy storefront allows for a pleasant breeze.

“We want to serve the best possible product while providing the highest-quality customer service,” Casey said.

MUST-TRY FLAVOR: Midnight Brownie Crunch fashioned with Old-World chocolate, Oreo cookies and brownie pieces will elicit a nearly religious experience.

138 East Chatham St., Cary (919) 234-1155 freshlocalicecream.com

A classic Madagascar vanilla cone from FRESH. Local Ice Cream is hard to beat on a warm summer day. The family-owned shop sources its dairy from Jackson Dairy Farm in Dunn, N.C., so you know it’s fresh.

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MOMENTS

that matter most.

Here at 12 Oaks, you’ll find that there are a variety of activities from which to choose, many of which you’ll find completely new and different. For example, wine tastings. Shopping and sightseeing excursions. Zumba and cooking classes. Gardening club. Personal training sessions.

Our advice to you? Be open to anything… and schedule a lifestyle by your design. These are the moments.

Homes from the $400s to $1 million+.

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Nature trails in the morning and yoga in the afternoon.

pints ice cream & beer BACKSTORY: After losing his high-tech job and his father within a few months, Terrence Morrison decided to do something different with his life. His wife Robyn, a licensed real estate agent, joined him for an ambitious venture that melds ice cream and beer.

“People can get just get ice cream if they want, or they can pair it with a beer like Guinness or a Mason Jar lager.”

— Terrence Morrison, Pints Ice Cream & Beer

“People can get just get ice cream if they want, or they can pair it with a beer like Guinness or a Mason Jar lager,” Terrence said.

SELECTIONS: With a projected opening date of mid to late summer, get ready for inventive ice cream flavors such as brown-sugar vanilla, white-chocolate lavender, Irish coffee and Coconut Dreams. The shop will also sell waffle ice cream sandwiches, which involve hot, Belgian waffles filled with any flavor of ice cream your heart desires.

DISTINCTIVENESS: Need we say more than boldly pairing ice cream and beer? How about the fact that the Morrisons grow their own herbs and source dairy products from Homeland Creamery in Julian, N.C.? The ice cream is scratch-made with passion and purpose.

MUST-TRY FLAVOR: Extraordinary rosemary ice cream crowned with olive oil and sea salt.

“It’s something you wouldn’t think would go well together, but it works,” Terrence said.

512 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina facebook.com/PintsIceCream

The folks at Pints Ice Cream & Beer combine lavender and white chocolate for a rich, refreshing frozen delight. The store is set to open this summer in Fuquay-Varina.

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Grilled Stone Fruit Bruschetta

The Triangle’s award-winning destination for cooks, foodies, chefs and gadget lovers.

Ingredients: 1 baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 nectarines, cut into quarters 2 apricots, cut into quarters 8 ounces Mascarpone cheese Handful of fresh mint leaves Honey for drizzling Maldon sea salt for finishing

Directions: Slice the baguette and brush with olive oil on both sides.

Fire up the grill! Grill the bread until barely charred on both sides. Then, carefully grill the nectarines and apricots.

Assemble the bruschetta by spreading the Mascarpone cheese on the grilled bread, then layer with grilled stone fruit pieces and fresh mint leaves. Drizzle with honey and a sprinkle of finishing sea salt.

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Domaine Skouras Zoe Rosé Aghiorghitiko, or Saint George’s grape, is Greece’s most widely planted and versatile red grape. Known for producing wines of amazing character, the blush wines it produces are refreshingly balanced with ripe red fruit, velvety soft tannins and mouthwatering acidity. Dry rosé is among the most versatile of wine styles when pairing with items off the barbecue, and Zoe delivers with unmatched quality for the price. $13.99

St. Urbans-Hof Ockfener Bockstein Riesling Kabinett Mosel The Bockstein vineyard is located within the village of Ockfen on the upper Mosel and is renowned for producing some of the finest riesling in Germany. The exceptional slate soils produce wines of incredible intensity.

This Kabinett-level riesling from St. UrbansHof exhibits aromas of elderflower and white peach, with a smoky-spice, mineral-laced finish. Best have an extra bottle on hand, as this wine will not last long when matched with grilled stone fruit bruschetta! $19.99

Joseph Cattin Cremant d’Alsace Brut Joseph Cattin’s Cremant d’Alsace is a bonedry (brut style) sparkling wine, vinified with a blend of five traditional grapes of Alsace and produced using the Champagne method. A frequent Gold Medal-winner at the prestigious Concours Général Agricole wine competition in Paris, this incredible value is a delicate sparkler with fine bubbles and flavors of fresh orchard fruit. The nose offers a slightly smoky note and will match the grilled fruit flavors in the bruschetta perfectly. $16.99

Glenn Hagedorn is a partner at Triangle Wine Company.

Before his arrival in North Carolina, he obtained a degree from UC-Davis in viticluture and enology and worked the journeyman winemaking circuit in Napa for many vintages. He currently holds a first-degree certification with The Court of Master Sommeliers.

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Flavor Patterns: Blonde Sour Ale with Raspberries

by Bond Brothers Beer Company FLAVOR PATTERNS: Raspberry is a barrel-aged sour refermented with red raspberries and bottle-conditioned on clover honey.

The process to create this beer is slightly different from the usual brewing process and took more than a year to complete. The base of the beer is a blend of our different blonde sour beers. It then underwent three more fermentations: once when we blended the sour base beers together, another when we added raspberries, and finally when we bottle-conditioned it. This method of multiple fermentations lends to a complex beer without being muddled.

The beer pours with a Champagne pink head with small bubbles and tight lacing like whipped cream. The lacing lasts for several minutes without subsiding. The beer itself is the color of raspberry jam and has a ruby glow when held up to the light.

The aroma also has notes of raspberry preserves. The wild yeast scent, similar to a blue cheese funkiness, is next in line. There are lower hints of fresh-cut grass and green olive — two flavors commonly found in wine but not in beer.

The flavor is more tempered than the aroma. Tart raspberries blend with the sour beer to give the impression of roses rather than beer. There is again a jammy note, but it evaporates into more complex sourness with top notes of Bartlett pears and sour cherries. There is no perception of malt or hops in this beer, but instead a light red fruit and an assertive sourness evaporates off the tongue like a sparkling wine.

The mouthfeel starts big but quickly goes to a very dry finish, similar to a sparkling wine. Medium-high carbonation drives the beer off your palate and keeps you drinking more. Tannins from the fruit ensure that the beer does not finish too sweet, replacing the hops for a similar sort of bitterness.

A light citric-acid note is noticeable after the beer is gone, leaving the impression that you definitely drank a sour beer.

This beer was a fun project to shepherd over the last year, and tasting it through all of the stages taught us a lot about the sour process and how a beer changes over time with multiple fermentations.

Whit Baker is the brewmaster at Bond Brothers Beer Company in Cary. Having completed the Beer Judge Certification Program, he is experienced in evaluating professional and amateur beer in competitions.

He is also an Advanced Cicerone, a certification which requires years of study and an expert knowledge of beer.

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Lassiter Distilling Company’s White Rum

Classic Daiquiri ½ ounce simple syrup, equal parts sugar and water ½ ounce fresh-squeezed lime juice 2 ounces Lassiter’s N. Carolina Rum Shake with ice in cocktail shaker.

Strain into chilled coupe.

SUMMER IS FINALLY HERE, and I’m excited to talk RUM! Rum may be a spirit typically associated with traveling in the Caribbean, but there are some fantastic rums being made right here in North Carolina.

I’m talking rum from Lassiter Distilling Company in Knightdale. In 2016, husband and wife Gentry and Rebecca Lassiter moved back to the Triangle from Chicago to open a distillery. They currently make three styles of rum all under their name: white, amber and their newest product, Rum Au Café, infused with coffee beans from Raleigh Coffee Company.

Worth a look is Lassiter’s North Carolina Rum, awarded a silver medal by the American Distilling Institute in 2017. The clear, white spirit is crafted entirely in-house as a single-run rum made from molasses and unrefined cane sugar. The company states that this combination imparts “unique floral and citrus flavors over a delicious molasses note.”

On the nose, this rum has a wonderful aroma of caramelized sugar and molasses, although it’s not as sweet of a nose as it sounds. There is clearly a yin and yang here of the distilled sugars and alcohol — the scent is a beautiful balancing act.

As you taste the rum, the caramel is the first thing you notice, and then it moves quickly to the alcohol. There is a mid-note that burns a bit, but it is an 80-proof rum. The best part of this spirit is by far is its finish – a long molasses note that lingers for minutes after swallowing. I am incredibly impressed with the finish of this rum. It immediately made me want to try it in all kinds of cocktails!

Since this is a white rum, I wanted to go with a more classic cocktail.

There are so many great rum cocktails that work well this time of year, but the daiquiri is where it’s at. The classic non-frozen, non-high fructose corn syrup cocktail is easy. It’s also as gorgeous as it is refreshing. Three ingredients: rum, fresh lime juice and simple syrup. That’s it. Enjoy and cheers!

Melissa Katrincic owns Durham Distillery, the No. 3 Craft Gin Distillery in the U.S. and home of the award-winning Conniption Gin, with her husband Lee. She is also the former vice president of the Distiller’s Association of North Carolina.

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

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CARY Abbey Road Tavern & Grill “Great food … outstanding live music.”

1195 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 481-4434; abbeyroadnc.com Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream “Premium quality ice cream and sorbet.”

10120 Green Level Church Road #208, Cary; (919) 901-8560; andiasicecream.com Annelore’s German Bakery “Pastries using the finest local ingredients.”

308 W. Chatham Street, Cary (919) 294-8040 facebook.com/AnneloresGermanBakery

Ashworth Drugs “Quintessential place for freshsqueezed lemonade, old-fashioned milkshakes and hot dogs.”

105 W. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 467-1877; ashworthdrugs.com

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

Crosstown Pub & Grill “A straightforward menu covers all the bases.”

140 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 650-2853; crosstowndowntown.com

Bellini Fine Italian Cuisine “Everything is made fresh from scratch in our kitchen.”

107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Suite 119, Cary; (919) 552-0303; bellinifineitaliancuisinecary.com

Bosphorus Restaurant “Traditional Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.”

329-A N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 460-1300; bosphorus-nc.com

Big Mike’s Brew N Que “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 1222 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 799-2023; brewnquenc.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

Bonefish Grill “Fresh is our signature.”

2060 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-1347; bonefishgrill.com

Brewster’s Pub “Open late, serving a full food and drink menu.” ​ 1885 Lake Pine Drive, Cary (919) 650-1270; brewsterspubcary.com

Dining Guide 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 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 CinéBistro “Ultimate dinner-and-a-movie experience.”

525 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 987-3500; cinebistro.com/waverly 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 Crema Coffee Roaster & Bakery “Family-owned and operated.”

1983 High House Road, Cary; (919) 380-1840; cremacoffeebakery.com 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 Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.”

1979 High House Road, Cary; (919) 388-9930; dohertysirishpubnc.com

The Butcher’s Market “Selling quality steaks and meat with unmatched hospitality.”

1225 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 465-3082; thebutchersmarkets.com

Deans Kitchen + Bar “Creative comfort eats.”

1080 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 459-5875; deanskitchenandbar.com

Eighty8 Asian Bistro “An exotic twist on Asian cuisine.”

1077 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 377-0152; eighty8bistro.com

Hot Point Deli “Highest-quality cuisine at extremely reasonable prices.”

1718 Walnut St., Cary; (919) 460-6299; hotpointcary.com

Enrigo Italian Bistro “Fresh food made from pure ingredients.”

575 New Waverly, Suite 106, Cary; (919) 854-7731; dineenrigo.com

Jimmy V’s Steakhouse & Tavern “Certified Angus Beef … fresh seafood, Italian specialties, homemade desserts.”

107 Edinburgh South, Suite 131, Cary; (919) 380-8210; jimmyvssteakhouse.com

Five Guys Burgers and Fries 1121 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 380-0450; fiveguys.com Fresca Café & Gelato “French-styled crepes … gelato made with ingredients directly from Italy.”

302 Colonades Way #109, Cary; (919) 581-8171; frescacafe.com Goodberry’s Frozen Custard 1146 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 467-2386 2325 Davis Drive, Cary; (919) 469-3350; goodberrys.com

Kababish Café “A celebration of deliciousness and creativity.”

201 W. Chatham St., Suite 103, Cary; (919) 377-8794; kababishcafe.com La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.”

4248 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; 220 W. Chatham St., Cary; 5055 Arco Street, Cary; (919) 657-0657; lafarmbakery.com

Great Harvest Bread Co. “Real food that tastes great.”

1220 NW Maynard Road, Cary (919) 460-8158; greatharvestcary.com

Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.”

110 SW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 460-8757; lostresmagueyes.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

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen “Exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes.”

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Duck Donuts “Warm, delicious and just the way you like them.”

100 Wrenn Drive #10, Cary; (919) 468-8722; duckdonuts.com/location/cary-nc Lucky Chicken “All of our beautiful Peru, with every dish.”

1851 N. Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 338-4325; luckychickennc.net

Marco Pollo “Peruvian rotisserie chicken.”

1871 Lake Pine Drive, Cary; (919) 694-5524; marcopollocary.com

Patrick Jane’s Bar & Bistro “Life should be delicious.”

1353 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 388-8001; patrick-janes.com

Maximillians Grill & Wine Bar “Global cuisine using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.”

8314 Chapel Hill Road, Cary; (919) 465-2455; maximilliansgrill.com

Pizzeria Faulisi “Simple foods from a simple way of cooking: a wood-burning oven.”

215 E. Chatham St., Suite 101, Cary; pizzeriafaulisi.com

Noodle Boulevard “Ten variations on the ramen theme, covering a pan-Asian spectrum.”

919 N Harrison Ave., Cary; (919) 678-1199; noodleblvd.com

Rally Point Sport Grill “Lunch and dinner food in a pub atmosphere.”

837 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 678-1088; rallypointsportgrill.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

Red Bowl Asian Bistro “Each distinctive dish is handcrafted.”

2020 Boulderstone Way, Cary; (919) 388-9977; redbowlcary.com

Paisan’s Italian Ristorante “Authentic Italian food with a warm and inviting atmosphere.”

1275 NW Maynard Road, Cary; (919) 388-3033; caryitalian.com

Ricci’s Trattoria “Keeping true to tradition.”

10110 Green Level Church Road, Cary; (919) 380-8410; riccistrattoria.com

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Dining Guide Serendipity Gourmet Deli “Discovering the unusual, valuable or pleasantly surprising.” 118 S. Academy St., Cary; (919) 469-1655; serendipitygourmetdelinc.com Spirits Pub & Grub “Wide variety of menu items, all prepared in a scratch kitchen.”

701 E. Chatham St., Cary (919) 462-7001; spiritscary.com Stellino’s Italiano “Traditional Italian favorites with a modern twist.”

1150 Parkside Main St., Cary; (919) 694-5761; stellinositaliano.com

Gonza Tacos y Tequila “Award-winning Colombian-Mexican cuisine.” 525-105 New Waverly Place, Cary; (919) 653-7310; cary.gonzatacosytequila.com

Five Guys Burgers and Fries “Fresh ingredients, hand-prepared.”

Visit fiveguys.com for area locations.

Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

8111-208 Tryon Woods Drive, Cary; (919) 851-3999; 2025 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-3999; ruckuspizza.com

Sugar Buzz Bakery “Custom cakes … and more.”

1231 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 238-7224; sugarbuzzbakery.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House “Cooked to perfection.”

2010 Renaissance Park Place, Cary; (919) 677-0033; ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/cary

Taipei 101 “Chinese and Taiwanese. Serves lunch and dinner.” 121 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 388-5885; facebook.com/carytaipei101

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Dining Guide Thai Spices & Sushi “Freshest, most-authentic Thai cuisine and sushi.” 986 High House Road, Cary; (919) 319-1818; thaispicesandsushi.com The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.” 231 Grande Heights Drive, Cary; (919) 468-6007; thebigeasyovenandtap.com

La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.” Visit lafarmbakery.com for area locations.

Tangerine Café “From Thai to Vietnamese to Korean to Indonesian.”

2422 SW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 468-8688; tangerinecafecary.com

Lugano Ristorante “Italian dining in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.”

1060 Darrington Drive, Cary; (919) 468-7229; luganocary.com Tazza Kitchen “Wood-fired cooking and craft beverages.”

600 Ledgestone Way, Cary; (919) 651-8281; tazzakitchen.com/location/stonecreekvillage

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The Original N.Y. Pizza “Consistent every visit.”

831 Bass Pro Lane, Cary; (919) 677-8484 2763 N.C. 55, Cary; (919) 363-1007 6458 Tryon Road, Cary; (919) 852-2242 theoriginalnypizza.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

Dining Guide Verandah “Southern casual environment in a modern, boutique hotel.”

301 A. Academy St., Cary; (919) 670-5000; verandahcary.com West Park Tavern “Great service, flavorful food.”

2734 N.C. 55, Cary; (919) 303-9300; westparktavern.com

APEX Mellow Mushroom “Beer, calzones and creative stonebaked pizzas.”

4300 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 463-7779 mellowmushroom.com Udupi Café “Authentic south Indian vegetarian cuisine.”

590 E. Chatham St., Cary; (919) 465-0898; sriudupicafe.com

Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

Visit ruckuspizza.com for area locations.

The Urban Turban “A fusion of flavors.”

2757 N.C. 55, Cary; (919) 367-0888; urbanturbanbistro.com

Abbey Road Tavern & Grill 1700 Center St., Apex; (919) 372-5383; abbeyroadnc.com Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.” 100 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 267-6237; annaspizzeria.com Belgian Café “From Brussels to Apex.” 1232 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 372-5128; belgian-cafe.com Big Mike’s Brew N Que “Beers on tap to compliment locally sourced, farm-to-table BBQ.” 2045 Creekside Landing Drive, Apex; (919) 338-2591; brewnquenc.com

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Salvio’s Pizzeria “Family owned and operated since 2005.”

2428 SW Cary Parkway, Cary; (919) 467-4600; salviospizza.com Buttercream’s Bake Shop “Wholesome, scratch-baked.”

101 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 362-8408; buttercreamsbakeshop.com

Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering “Pasta dishes, hand-stretched pizzas and scratch-made desserts.” 1430 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-1006; danielsapex.com Common Grounds Coffee House & Desserts “The highest-quality, locally roasted coffee.”

219 N. Salem St., Suite 101, Apex; (919) 387-0873; commongroundsapex.com

Tasu “Asian fusion cuisine, artfully mixing Chinese, Japanese and Thai Dishes” 525 New Waverly Place, Suite 103, Cary; (919) 544-8474; shikitasu.com/tasu-cary/home Doherty’s Irish Pub “Catch the game or listen to live music.” ​​5490 Apex Peakway, Apex; ​(919) 387-4100; dohertysirishpubnc.com

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Dining Guide Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

1055 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 446-6333; ruckuspizza.com Rudy’s Pub & Grill “Comfortable and familiar, just like home.”

780 W. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-5061; rudysofapex.com

Sushi-Thai “Fresh sushi and Japanese cuisine alongside Thai favorites.”

106 Kilmayne Drive, Cary; (919) 467-5747; sushithaicary.com Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1075 Pine Plaza Drive, Apex; (919) 616-0011; fiveguys.com

Sassool “Serving authentic Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine.”

1347 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 300-5586; sassool.com Peak City Grill & Bar “Chef-crafted food in a … restored turn-of-thecentury hardware store.”

126 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 303-8001; thepeakcitygrill.com

Salem Street Pub “Friendly faces and extensive menu.”

113 N. Salem St., Apex; (919) 387-9992; salemstreetpub.com Skipper’s Fish Fry “Homemade from our own special recipes.”

1001 E. Williams St., Apex; (919) 303-2400; skippersfish.com Sweet Cheeks Bakery “Only the finest and freshest ingredients.”

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Dining Guide The Provincial “Fresh. Simple.” 119 Salem St., Apex; (919) 372-5921; theprovincialapex.com The Wake Zone Espresso “Your special home away from home.”

6108 Old Jenks Road, Apex; (919) 267-4622; thewakezone.com

FUQUAY-VARINA Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.” 138 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 285-2497; annaspizzeria.com Aviator SmokeHouse BBQ Restaurant “All of our food is made in-house.”

525 E. Broad St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-7675; aviatorbrew.com Cooley’s Restaurant 711 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 552-0543; facebook.com/CooleysRestaurant

Yuri Japanese Restaurant “For sushi fans and connoisseurs of Japanese cuisine.” 1361 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary; (919) 481-0068; yurijapaneserestaurant.com

CupCakeBite “Delicious sweet treats.” 512 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-4300; cupcakebite.com

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Donovan’s Dish “Chef-prepared meals to go.”

800 W. Williams St., Suite 112, Apex; (919) 651-8309; donovansdish.com

Jus’ Enuff Home Cooking “Homemade everything.” 736 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 567-0587; facebook.com/JusEnuffHomeCookin

Dining Guide Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.”

401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 552-3957; lostresmagueyes.com Rock Harbor Grill “An extensive menu of fresh dishes for lunch and dinner.” 132 S. Fuquay Ave., Fuquay-Varina; (984) 225-2256; rockharborgrillfuquay.com Stick Boy Bread Co. “Handcrafted baked goods from scratch … all natural ingredients.”

127 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 557-2237; stickboyfuquay.com 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 Wingin’ It Bar and Grille “Serves lunch, dinner and drinks.”

1625 N. Main St., Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina; (919) 762-0962; facebook.com/winginitbarandgrille

HOLLY SPRINGS Happy Holly’s “Ice cream, milkshakes and shaved ice.”

527 N. Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 552-0637; happyhollys.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

Los Tres Magueyes 120 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs; (919) 552-6272; lostresmagueyes.com

The Original N.Y. Pizza 634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (919) 567-0505; theoriginalnypizza.com

Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream “A unique spin on a timeless dessert.”

304 N. Main St., Holly Springs; (919) 762-7808; mamabirdsicecream.com

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My Way Tavern “Freshly made all-American foods.”

301 W. Center St., Holly Springs; (919) 285-2412; mywaytavern.com Rise Biscuits & Donuts 169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs; (919) 586-7343; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Thai Thai Cuisine “Fresh authentic Thai food.”

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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

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Dining Guide 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 B. Good “Health-conscious versions of fast-food favorites.”

1000 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 234-1937; bgood.com

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 The Full Moon Oyster Bar & Seafood Kitchen “Homemade recipes handed down over the years.”

1600 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 378-9524; fullmoonoysterbar.com

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

Georgina’s Pizzeria & Restaurant “Mouthwatering homemade Italian dishes.”

3536 Davis Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3820; georginaspizzeriaandrestaurant.com Los Tres Magueyes 9605 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville (919) 481-9002; lostresmagueyes.com

Clean Juice “Organic juices, smoothies and acai bowls.”

3035 Village Market Place, Morrisville; (919) 468-8286; cleanjuice.com

Neomonde “A wonderful mix of traditional and contemporary Mediterranean menu items.”

10235 Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville; (919) 466-8100; neomonde.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 Peppers Market and Sandwich Shop “Local baked breads, fresh in-house roasted meats.” 2107 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville (919) 380-7002; peppersmrkt.com Rise Biscuits & Donuts “Old school, new school, and specialty donuts.”

1100 Market Center Drive, Morrisville;(919) 377-0385; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits 1101 Market Center Drive, Morrisville; (919) 388-3500; ruckuspizza.com Saffron Restaurant & Lounge “Gourmet Indian dining experience.”

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Rey’s “Fine dining with a French Quarter flair.”

1130 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh (919) 380-0122; reysrestaurant.com

Taste Vietnamese “Prepared with passion and perfected through generations.”

152 Morrisville Square Way, Morrisville; (919) 234-6385; tastevietnamese.com

Annelore’s German Bakery “Pastries using the finest local ingredients.”

1249 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh (919) 294-8040 facebook.com/AnneloresGermanBakery

Tra’Ii Irish Pub & Restaurant “An authentic and satisfying taste of Irish country cooking.” 3107 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville; (919) 651-9083; traliirishpub.com

Anvil’s Cheesesteaks “Authentic Philadelphia experience.”

2893 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh (919) 854-0558 facebook.com/AnvilsCheesesteaks

Travinia Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar “Consistent service and quality food to keep patrons happy.”

301 Market Center Drive, Morrisville (919) 467-1718; traviniaitaliankitchen.com Village Deli & Grill “Wholesome homemade foods.”

909 Aviation Parkway #100, Morrisville; (919) 462-6191; villagedeli.net

RALEIGH 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

Angus Barn “World-renowned for its service.”

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Barry’s Café “A restaurant that honors firefighters.”

2851 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh; (919) 859-3555; barryscafe.com The Big Easy Oven & Tap “Modern, Southern kitchen with New Orleans roots.”

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nonprofit spotlight Armed with plastic bags and trash grabbers, Tatiana Noel, 17, her mom, Saunders, and several other volunteers fan out at Lake Benson Park in Garner.

Activate Good WRITTEN BY DREE DEACON | PHOTOGRAPHED BY JONATHAN FREDIN

ANYBODY CAN BE somebody’s hero, say the folks at Activate Good.

The nonprofit matches volunteers with dozens of Triangle-area causes, presenting opportunities to help throughout Wake County.

Amber Smith, executive director, founded the organization in 2005 with the goal of inspiring people to get involved in their community.

“There are thousands of nonprofits who rely on volunteers to do the good work that they’re doing. But they don’t have the help they need,” she said. “We try to rally folks to give them that help, by connecting volunteers to opportunities we think would be a good fit.”

While attending N.C. State University, Smith and a group of friends started volunteering as much as their schedules allowed.

“We loved every cause but realized that we were only a few people,” she said. “We couldn’t devote all of our time to all of the causes — so what could we do about that?”

Smith came up with a unique solution: Create a nonprofit to link as many people as needed to as many causes as possible. The nonprofit ME3 grew out of that idea, and the organization later became Activate Good. In 2017, the group made more than 11,500 volunteer connections.

With the influx of people moving to the area, Smith is optimistic about the growth of volunteerism. It is a way for newcomers to connect with their community and like-minded people.

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Ellie Harris, 18, is the youngest volunteer project leader at Activate Good. She has been volunteering with the nonprofit since she moved to Wake County seven years ago, and has been so inspired that she plans to make a career of working with international nonprofits.

“Activate Good sparked my passion for volunteering, interacting with people and helping people. It’s gotten me started on wanting to be a leader,” she said.

Activate Good actively encourages youth to participate in its programs. The organization hosts a Teen Leadership and Service Summer Program for high-schoolers in June and July to promote community service, foster leadership skills and pro- Krystal Hare, the youth program coordinator at Activate Good, nabs a plastic bag. By vide hands-on experience. getting young people involved in service, the Krystal Hare is the youth nonprofit is “inspiring the next generation of programs coordinator at the volunteers,” she says.

“Our cause is volunteerism, so we get to help all the causes, ranging from environment to poverty and hunger, you name it.”

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nonprofit. She works with young volunteers so they can grow and learn through a variety of service projects.

“Our cause is volunteerism, so we get to help all the causes, ranging from environment to poverty and hunger, you name it,” said Hare. “When it comes to youth within those causes, not only are we getting those causes the help they need, but we’re also inspiring the next generation of volunteers.”

The best part about Activate Good, she says, is its commitment to local causes.

“When you’re living in an area and trying to focus on helping that specific area, going to a national organization may not help you realize or assist a need in your local community,” she said. “Organizations like Activate Good are amazing for local volunteers — getting out in your community, getting to know local people, local needs and making a local impact.”

When Marion Dunn discovered Activate Good in 2014, something clicked.

“I thought, this gives me the opportunity to do so many different things, meet so many different people and see so many different ways to help people,” he said.

Dunn, a project leader, volunteers at the South Wilmington Street Men’s Shelter in downtown Raleigh.

“There are so many needs right here at home. You don’t have to travel very far to see the need, whether it be food, clothing or shelter,” Dunn said. “Before volunteering with Activate Good, I had no idea.”

The nonprofit offers hundreds of volunteer opportunities throughout the area. Among the groups seeking help are Children’s Flight of Hope, the Special Olympics of North Carolina and the Center for Volunteer Caregiving, all based in Cary.

Activate Good aims to create a culture of helping others and making the community stronger. To make this happen, the nonprofit recently published a 10-point plan, which includes steps like inte-

TOP: Alex Hsain, left, and Stephanie Eberly pick up trash at Lake Benson Park in Garner. The two N.C. State students signed up for the activity through Activate Good, which connects volunteers to hundreds of nonprofits and service opportunities.

BELOW: Adrian Pavone and Stephanie Eberly, students at N.C. State, are among many volunteers who donate their time through Activate Good. The nonprofit made more than 11,500 volunteer connections in 2017.

grating volunteerism in schools and the workplace, raising awareness about the benefits of volunteering and helping nonprofits better use the skills of volunteers.

“Our goal is to make the Triangle No. 1 in the nation in volunteerism,” Smith said.

This mission depends on inspiring more people to give their time and their talents, she says.

“You will change as a person for the better in all ways, through the friendships you’ll make, through the job skills you’ll build — and you’ll make a big difference.”

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Ginger Lilies: Worth the Wait FOR GARDENERS, patience is not only a virtue, but it can be rewarding — and ginger lily (Hedychium sp.) proves the point. This intriguing import from the tropics of Asia has graced Southern gardens for decades with its flowing foliage and enchanting, fragrant flowers, but each spring, backyard growers begin to wonder if their exotic beauties have made it through the winter.

This is because ginger lily waits … and waits. A true heat seeker, it will not sprout in a planting bed until the ground has been fully infused with the sun’s warmth, usually very late in the spring. But sprouting doesn’t immediately lead to blooming. That’s because ginger lily blossoms wait … and wait. It is normally past midsummer before these dazzling flowers come out for their garden party, which lasts into the fall.

So, if instant results aren’t ingrained into your gardening psyche, ginger lilies can be a treasure, in time.

A member of the ginger family (Zingerberaceae), but not the plant that produces the famous spice, ginger lily grows from rhizomes, which can still be bought at this time of year, especially from online nurseries. It flowers best in locations that bask in full to part sun — that is, as long as soil conditions are just right.

Ginger lily is not a trooper when it comes to drought, so settling this beauty into proper growing ground is crucial. A mulched site that has been heavily amended with compost or other organic soil conditioners is perfect, because they are not only good sources for slow-release, all-natural nutrients, but more importantly, drain well while still retaining enough moisture to prevent ginger lilies from slipping into a flowerless sulk under the searing summer sun.

Ginger lilies should be watered often during extended arid periods in the summer, but the garden hose can be tucked away for the winter. After these herbaceous perennials die down in the fall, drier soil will help prevent root rot while they are dormant. continued on page 90

Ginger lily (Hedychium coccineum)

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TIMELY TIP Blossom-end rot — that yucky dark brown splotch on the bottom of an afflicted tomato — is the scourge of backyard growers everywhere, but it can be prevented.

It is caused by calcium imbalance related to wild swings in soil moisture, so average out the ground water supply by adding a 3- to 4-inch mulch around the plants and irrigating regularly during the driest times — a maturing ’mater patch needs at least an inch of water a week.

As extra insurance for unblemished fruit, check your local garden shop for commercial calcium-laced foliar sprays specifically formulated to stop blossom-end rot.

White ginger lily (Hedychium coronarium)

To Do in the GARDEN

June • Growing such lanky veggies as green beans, cucumbers and squash up a fence or trellis not only saves garden space, but it actually also helps reduce pest problems.

• Have an established daffodil bed?

Was its springtime flower show a bust? The plants might have become overcrowded. Now is a good time to dig up the dormant bulbs and spread ’em out — or give some away to gardening buddies!

• Continuously blooming plants such as alyssum, impatiens, ageratum, salvia, cleome, scabiosa and vinca require little deadheading, meaning less snipping and more time to enjoy their flower shows.

• Remove spent daylily blossoms to prevent seed formation. This conserves the plant’s energy for next year’s floral show, and for rebloomers, it encourages more flowers this growing season.

July • Now is not too soon for Halloween — pumpkin seeds started at the beginning of this month outdoors should mature into plump jacko-lanterns just in time for the season of goblins and ghosts.

• Harvest okra, cucumbers, squash, green beans, peppers and indeterminate tomatoes once or twice a week — the more they

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are picked, the more they are stimulated to produce additional veggies well into the summer.

• Continue filling the bird bath with fresh water at least once a week, but also give this refreshment stand for your feathery friends a good cleaning every month with a stiff brush.

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And if you are an unfettered fertilizer flinger, feel free to incorporate more nutrients every few weeks around these heavy feeders through the growing season, but stick to mild organic additives to prevent overdosing.

As far as ginger lily choices go, there are enough to make your head spin. One fairly easy find is white ginger lily (Hedychium coronarium), which can grow up to 6 feet tall and shines with fragrant, pale, butterfly-shaped blooms. Prefer more spunk? Selections of the popular H. coccineum oblige by sporting upright, spiked racemes in simmering colors ranging from yellow to orange to red. There are many more variations with Hedychium cultivars, including variegated foliage floozies, with ‘Dr. Moy’ being a top pick.

Basically, ginger lilies come in a wide range of pretty, which means paying attention to their water and nutrient needs will make them showstoppers in the mature summer garden — and well worth the wait.

L.A. Jackson is the former editor of Carolina Gardener Magazine.

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Contact him by email at lajackson1@gmail.com.

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Cary company addresses need for affordable housing WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHED BY ALEXANDRA BLAZEVICH

LINDA WILLIAMS STOOD in front of her home of 20 years. At the beginning of the week, her southeast Raleigh house was showing its age, but in just a few days, the siding had been replaced, new windows had been installed and a gleaming white picket fence surrounded the yard.

In 2016, Ply Gem launched the Home for Good project to renovate and build homes around the country. In two years, the Cary-based building product company has provided the materials to renovate 450 houses in 70 communities, including more than 80 homes in the Triangle. In May, five additional Raleigh houses were refurbished, including Williams’ home.

Upon completing renovations to five area homes, Cary-based Ply Gem invited homeowners and volunteers to a dedication ceremony. A concert featuring country singer Brett Young was held after the event.

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The homes in the Apollo Heights and Long Acres neighborhoods were remodeled on the outside, with the goal of helping the families stay in their existing homes.

“They are hardworking families, but their homes have fallen into disrepair, and so in order to stay in that home that they can already afford, they just need some repairs made,” said Vicki Frye, a Ply Gem spokeswoman.

Each day, 65 new residents move to the Triangle, yet 900 affordable housing units are lost each year here, according to Habitat for Humanity. There’s a need for 56,000 affordable housing units now, and by 2035, that number could triple.

“It’s really easy to forget or take for granted how important it is to have a roof over your head, so I am very proud to be a part of this.”

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“There are a lot of families who really are hardworking and they keep this community running, but yet homeownership is really out of reach for them,” said Frye.

“It’s going to take an extreme amount of effort by a lot of people to solve this problem,” said Gary E. Robinette, Ply Gem CEO. “It’s getting worse, because we haven’t made an impact on it.”

When the company introduced the Home for Good project, local community leaders eagerly pulled together their resources and jumped on board. Hundreds of volunteers, who Frye calls “Hometown Heroes,” and dozens of Ply Gem employees teamed up to build houses.

Norma Putnam volunteered for Home for Good with others from Yard-Nique, a landscaping company based in Morrisville.

“We can succeed all day long, but it

means nothing if we don’t give back,” she said, talking about how the community pulled together for the project.

Even country music stars have signed on to help. While at the Academy of Country Music Awards, Frye met Brett Young, who was named the 2018 New Male Vocalist of the Year. He was quick to partner with Ply Gem and Habitat for Humanity.

“It’s really easy to forget or take for granted how important it is to have a roof over your head, so I am very proud to be a part of this,” Young said.

In partnership with Young and Habitat for Humanity, Ply Gem presented the five families with their refurbished home exteriors on May 8. The Raleigh mayor’s office deemed it to be Ply Gem Home for Good Project Day.

TOP: Homeowner Linda Williams, left, receives a doormat as a housewarming gift from singer Brett Young at an event to highlight Ply Gem's Home for Good project. Vicki Frye, a spokeswoman for the Cary-based company, stands at the right.

BELOW: Samantha Gomez and Norma Putnam from Yard-Nique and Ron Bailey from Accurate Design all worked to refurbish homes as part of the Home for Good project. Bailey’s dog Cooper tagged along to the dedication event.

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Friends of the Page-Walker

and the Town of Cary offered trolley tours of historic downtown Cary in April. friendsofpagewalker.org

PAUL GAUTHIER, A TEACHER AT ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL, WILL PARTICIPATE IN “MEMORIALIZING THE FALLEN: HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED” — A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM BASED ON A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN NATIONAL HISTORY DAY, THE NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMINISTRATION AND THE AMERICAN BATTLE MONUMENTS COMMISSION. DURING THE NINE-MONTH PROGRAM, GAUTHIER WILL VISIT RALEIGH NATIONAL CEMETERY AND DEVELOP A LESSON ON THE KOREAN WAR. WWW.CEM.VA.GOV/CEM/ LEGACY/INDEX.ASP

GOLDEN HEX, a grocery store specializing in Mediterranean and Eastern European items, is now open in Cary at 1246 NW Maynard Road. The store carries items from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Poland, Bulgaria, Central Caucasus and Baltic republics. goldenhex.com

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The Town of Cary has given 31 nonprofit organizations $40,000 in grant funding from the 2017 Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival. The grant program is funded through festival proceeds and goes to projects that support the Cary community.

Since its inception, the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival has awarded more than $650,000 in grants. For a complete list of grant recipients, visit townofcary.org, search “Lazy Daze Grants.”

CODE NINJAS, a coding center for kids, opened recently at 3033 Village Market

A new thriller from Cary writer

business teaches children ages 7-14 how to

E.J. SIMON,

code by building video games, robotics and other

“Death Logs Out,” will be released

Place in Park West Village in Morrisville. The

activities. Summer and track-out camps are are planned. codeninjas.com

in July 2018. Simon is also the author of two other thrillers in the series: “Death Never Sleeps” and “Death Logs In.” ejsimon.com

IN HONOR OF EARTH DAY, THE PRESCHOOLERS AT

THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF CARY LEARNED ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT DURING THEIR ANNUAL “ROOT FOR EARTH INITIATIVE,” LEFT. THE PRESCHOOLERS ENGAGED IN A RANGE OF ACTIVITIES SUCH AS CREATING RECYCLED GARDEN ART AND SCULPTURES, MAKING RECYCLED BIRD FEEDERS AND PLANTING VEGETABLES IN THEIR NEW PLANTING BED. GODDARDSCHOOL.COM CARY MAGAZINE 95

happenings ROY COOPER, LEFT, OF APEX HIGH SCHOOL, WAS NAMED THE 2018 TOBY WEBB COACH OF THE YEAR BY THE NORTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION. THE AWARD RECOGNIZES COACHES WHO HAVE HAD AN IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF STUDENT-ATHLETES AND STUDENTS IN GENERAL BY ENCOURAGING THEM TO SUCCEED AND HELPING TO DEVELOP SELF-CONFIDENCE, AMBITION AND A SOUND WORK ETHIC. COOPER HAS COACHED TRACK AND FIELD AND CROSS COUNTRY FOR 33 YEARS. HE HAS BEEN AT APEX HIGH SINCE 1984. THE AWARD RECOGNIZES TWO COACHES ANNUALLY, ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE. AMBER REDDICK FROM FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL WAS ALSO HONORED.

BOND BROTHERS BEER COMPANY WILL BE ONE OF 90 SMALL AND INDEPENDENT CRAFT BREWERS REPRESENTED AT “SAVOR,” A PRESTIGIOUS CRAFT BEER AND

HOME CENTRIC OPENED

FOOD PAIRING EVENT, JUNE 1-2 IN WASHINGTON, D.C. PRESENTED BY

ITS FIRST NORTH CAROLINA STORE

THE BREWERS ASSOCIATION, THE EVENT WILL FEATURE MORE THAN

MAY 3 AT CROSSROADS PLAZA, 337

180 STYLES OF CRAFT BEER AND A SELECTION OF SMALL PLATES.

CROSSROADS BOULEVARD IN CARY.

BONDBROTHERSBEER.COM

THE FLORIDA-BASED HOME DESIGN STORE FEATURES SMALL FURNITURE, BED AND BATH ESSENTIALS,

Notasium, a music-based play space and school where kids can learn

BEAUTY ITEMS AND HOME DÉCOR.

music in a fun interactive way, opened its second location May 4 at 1000 Ryan

HOMECENTRIC.COM

Road in Cary. The new 10,000-square-foot location is in the Village Square Shopping Center and features a play space with a giant Guitar Slide and Bongo Bouncer, party rooms and lesson rooms for groups or individuals. notasium.com

THE CARYING PLACE, a Cary nonprofit that teaches homeless, working families with children life skills for attaining independent living, raised more than $171,000 at its

QUICK LANE TIRE & AUTO CENTER is now open in Apex at 1261 Pine Plaza Drive. quicklane.com

American Red Cross’ Home Fire Campaign, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North As part of the

Carolina and the Red Cross aim to install 36,000 smoke alarms in

annual benefit auction and 25th Anniversary

homes across North Carolina over the next three years. Blue Cross NC is

Celebration at Prestonwood Country Club on

investing $1 million in the effort. In North Carolina, a home fire occurs

April 21. thecaryingplace.org

every four hours, or six times a day. In 2017, 83 North Carolinians died from home fires. soundthealarm.org/ENC

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8 PM AU GU ST 16 TH , 6-

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Golden Hour The setting sun bathes a building in golden light while an employee breaks from kitchen duties at Peking Gourmet in the historic River District of Wilmington, N.C.

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Celebrating 65 years as the Triangle’s leading outpatient medical imaging provider.

Body Imaging • Pediatric Imaging • 3D Mammography & Women’s Imaging • Orthopedic & Sports Imaging • Neuro Imaging • Vascular Imaging & Vein Therapy

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