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CONTENTS

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First of All

News from Around Town 16

Finance

The Next Generation?

20

Seniors

Adventures in Aging

Health 23

Back Pain

Live With It or Fix It 24

Virginia Urology Testosterone

Flavor 32

Dining & Entertainment Food and Fun

35

In Search Of

Breakfast and Brunch

53

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43

TasteBudz

Dining and Drink News 46

Happy Hour Guide Your Local Resource

Home 52

Patios, Porches & Decks Outdoor Living Spaces

Features 12

CHESTERFIELD’S 20 IN 20

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YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE

Making an Impact in the County

Patios, Porches and Decks

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Travel 62

Discovering the Secrets of the Secret City

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HOME SWEET HOMEARAMA

61

DISCOVERING THE SECRET CITY

3 Winning Builders

64

Hitting the Oyster Trail

BIGGER STORE BIGGER SELECTION

FROM THE EDITOR

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William J. Davis, Jr. VICE-PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER

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f you’re a homeowner in Chesterfield, have we got one fantastic issue for you. Okay, maybe I’m partial, but I think you’re going to love taking a peek at some of the great home (and individual room) ideas as we offer our special salute to the winners at this year’s Homearama, held in June in Hallsley.

Whether you’re in the market for a new home or just want to get a good idea as to what’s out there, you really ought to head out to Hallsley, a truly beautiful new home community, and see for yourself.

This year’s Peoples Choice winner at Homearama was TimberCreek Building & Design.

The first and second runners up, respectively, were Homesmith Construction and Southern Traditions. Congratulations to all three builders. Beginning on page 26 in this issue, you can get a look at their winning homes. I was at Homearama three times and found something new and amazing each visit. It appears that secret rooms are in vogue this year. Take a look.

You’ll also enjoy our feature on patios, porches and decks. We showcase some of the other Homearama builders in that photo spread. Even if you’re not looking to buy, I think you’ll get some good ideas for planning your own outdoor oasis.

We also go in search of great pizza in this issue. Our pizza issue is always a popular one, because, well, who doesn’t love pizza? We feature some of your old favorites, plus some new places where you may want to get your piece of the pie.

Speaking of dining, check out this issue’s TasteBudz restaurant column. There’s a new Greek restaurant coming to the county – actually at two different locations. Have you been to the new brewery yet? We have all the info in TasteBudz.

When it comes to what’s new on the dining scene, you can stay in the know, not just through the pages of the magazine, but also through our weekly TasteBudz columns on RichmondNavigator.com.

Speaking of the website, one of our big projects is to expand our online presence. Already, Richmond Navigator has an excellent events calendar, a Happy Hour guide and the digital versions of Chesterfield Living and our other three lifestyle magazines. Plus, you can read the best of past feature stories, including a number of fascinating and informative travel pieces.

It’s our desire to bring you more content that’s exclusive to the website. That means our need for interesting stories about the people, the places and the events throughout the county is greater than ever. We’d love to hear from you. If you have a story to share or just an idea, please drop me a line.

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FIRST OF ALL

MAKING EDUCATION FUN: LOCAL TEACHER WINS AWARD FOR CREATIVE PRODUCT

Cindy Jones recalls, as a child, spending hot summertime afternoons in the garage with her father while he worked on the family car and did other odd jobs. “When [my siblings] would go play, I would stay with my dad and watch him work.”

However, no one could have imagined that the lessons this coal-miner’s daughter was learning by observing her father would one day contribute to her becoming an award-winning schoolteacher in the Chesterfield County Public School system.

“I never thought I could have something that could contribute [like this],” said Jones, who teaches physical education at Clover Hill Elementary. She was recently the recipient of the 2015/2016 Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year Award.

Prior to garnering this honor, Jones, a native of St. Paul in Southwestern Virginia, was awarded the Global Educational Supplies and Solutions (GESS) Best Product of the Year Award for her STEM in the Gym – a product she invented that incorporates concepts of science, technology, engineering and math into her classroom lessons. STEM in the Gym was developed to teach students how to use both simple and compound machines as tools in learning about health and fitness.

“I wanted to design a program that I would enjoy if I were a kid,” said Jones, who is keenly interested in inspiring children with learning disabilities, including her own who have attention deficit disorder. “I wanted to make science fun.”

“The moment I learned I had won the (Teacher of the Year) award,” said Jones, “the first person I called was my dad.”

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JUL/AUG 2016

MAINTAINING DIGNITY AND INDEPENDENCE AT THE MEMORY CENTER

IT’S A “FAMILY- A FAIR”

Who doesn’t love getting the family together and heading out to the County Fair? The time is fast approaching for the 103rd Chesterfield County Fair (August 26 through September 3).

There’ll be lots of your favorite attractions from years past, plus some new ones. For instance, the folks at the County Fair Association will be bringing the Longhorn Rodeo back (August 27 and 28 at 7 p.m.). Youngsters who pre-register can take part in the Mutton Bustin competition (sheep riding).

If you prefer to sit and watch, there’s plenty of entertainment like Kachunga & The Alligator Show, or the Star Dust Circus & Thrill Show.

Then there’s the Tumbleweed Crossing Comedy Wild West Gunfight Stunt Show and Hogway Speedway. Friday, September 2nd, is Beach Night with the Embers Band and be sure to check out the Chesterfield Cheers, new this year.

Who doesn’t love the Midway? This year, Rosedale Attractions will be bringing in several new thrill rides. The kiddie rides have been moved closer to the educational exhibits, livestock and Chesterfield Tractor Club.

Go early. Go often. But whatever you do, be sure to return for the grand finale weekend (September3, 4) for the New Monster Truck Show to cap off nine-days of family fun!

The fairground (10300 Courthouse Road, in Chesterfield) is conveniently located near Route 288 and Ironbridge Road. That means the fair is within 30 minutes of most surrounding counties. So, regardless of where you live, get ready for the fair! All ground acts and musical entertainment are included in the $10 (or less) entrance fee.

For the daily lineup and additional information, go to ChesterfieldCountyFair.org or to their Facebook Page (Chesterfield County Fair Association).

Imagine waking each day and not remembering where you are or what happened the day before. Imagine looking into the face of your beloved grandchild and not remembering her name. It can be quite scary, not just for the one who suffers from some form of dementia, but for his family, as well.

Many of us are faced with the reality that a loved one needs more assistance than we can give. It’s comforting to know that there are those to whom we can turn, who truly care.

Tamika Williams, Admissions and Marketing Director for the Memory Center Richmond, is one such individual. She personally connects with each resident of this assisted living community devoted specifically to memory care. Williams recalls her own grandmother and what she endured. “She didn’t remember us. She didn’t remember who she was.”

The Memory Center, located adjacent to Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital in Midlothian, may be unlike any other memory care community. “One of the things that set us apart,” says Williams, “is that we are the only assisted living community in Richmond that has a town center structure.” Instead of being confined to an Alzheimer’s unit in a small space, residents have a neighborhood-like layout designed to address the primary environmental objectives recommended

by The Alzheimer’s Association, including space that allows for freedom of movement and promotes independence.

The town center includes a general store, a library, an ice cream parlor, a tavern and a theater, all modeled after Richmond landmarks, even using the names of local communities to give residents a sense of familiarity.

With one Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for every four residents, the Memory Center offers more concise care. “Our clinicians get to know their residents.

They know their story and who they are,” Williams adds. She says this one-on-on interaction helps to ensure that each resident is treated with respect. “We are preserving their dignity.”

Tamika Williams’ days are long. She spends many hours creating community awareness and visiting with prospective residents and their families. But she does not do this begrudgingly. “When I’m talking to families,” she says, “I feel like I’m giving back to my grandma. I feel like I’m doing her a service by helping others who may feel they’re walking this journey alone” The Memory Center 13800 Bon Secours Dr., Midlothian 804-378-5100 TheMemoryCenter.com RichmondNavigator.com 11

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FIRST OF ALL

FEATURE

Chesterfield’s 20 in 20 MAK I N G AN I M PAC T I N TH E CO U NT Y Throughout 2016, as Chesterfield Living Magazine celebrates its 20th anniversary, Chesterfield County, through its Department of Communications and Media, has been assisting us in recognizing individuals who have worked to make a difference in Chesterfield over the past 20 years.

CLARENCE LEE & QUENTON LEE

Family and community are important to Clarence and Quenton Lee, the father and son behind Midlothian Electric Co. Both men have worked to make their family and community an important part of their lives, and in doing so, they have left an indelible mark on the Midlothian community.

QUENTON LEE, LEFT, CREDITS HIS SUCCESS IN BUSINESS AND AS A COMMUNITY LEADER TO HIS FATHER, CLARENCE LEE.

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The electrical company was founded in 1965 by Clarence Lee, who was the first black licensed electrician in Virginia. He started his business with one employee, and it soon grew. The business is now run by Quenton Lee, who has been working with his father for most of his life.

“I started working with him when I was 7 years old,” Quenton Lee said, adding that he started learning from his father one summer after summer school. “I’ve been with him ever since.”

Clarence Lee said he was working in Newport News when he decided to get licensed on his own. He always planned to return to Midlothian to start his own business.

“I wanted a name that was not a personal name,” he said, explaining that he chose the name of the community for his business rather than his own.

Clarence Lee’s first major contract was wiring the bathhouses at Pocahontas State Park. In the years that followed, he headed up electrical work for the James Center in Richmond, for renovations of the First National Bank Building and for Colson Hall at Virginia State University.

“He started in ’65, during the time of Civil Rights,” Quenton Lee said of his father. “To even get customers was very hard but he did that.”

And some of those customers’ family members still use Midlothian Electric today, he said.

The younger Lee learned a lot from his father about the value of hard work and of giving back to the community – Clarence Lee was honored by the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors in 2010 for his contributions to the county.

Clarence Lee is an “integral part of the community,” the resolution states, adding that he has provided electrical service to those who couldn’t afford it. He also campaigned to restore electrical service and provide other help to victims of Hurricane Isabel.

Quenton Lee, a lifelong Midlothian resident and graduate of Monacan High School, today is well known throughout the community for his volunteer work.

Quenton Lee has participated with the Midlothian Day Parade since 1999, while it was under the direction of the Jaycees. A few years later, the Jaycees asked him to run it, and he created the Midlothian Foundation to both manage the parade and raise money to provide scholarships to students pursuing trade and technical careers. Photography and graphic-design students are involved with the parade every year, he said, and money raised from the event helps pay for some of their technical education.

In 2008, Quenton Lee was honored as a recipient of the Bernard L. Savage Award for Community Service from the Chesterfield Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce.

He has volunteered with the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce, the Chesterfield Business Council, the Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce, Junior Achievement of Central Virginia and the Regional Drug Free Alliance.

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GEORGE FICKETT IS KNOWN FOR HIS EFFORTS TO PRESERVE POINT OF ROCKS ON THE APPOMATTOX RIVER. HARRY DANIEL SERVED ON THE CHESTERFIELD COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FOR 20 YEARS AND WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN PLANNING FOR THE COUNTY’S FUTURE.

HARRY DANIEL

The landscape of the county was vastly different when Harry Daniel was elected to the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors in 1979, as was the economic state of the county.

Daniel, just shy of 80 years old, served the Dale District honorably for 20 years from 1979 to 1999.

He never intended to get into politics. Politics found him.

And his public service was marked by integrity and commitment to county residents.

“I only agreed to do it one term,” Daniel said. “And, one term turned out to be five terms.” Throughout his tenure, Daniel’s forward thinking helped Chesterfield prepare for the future and position itself as a nationally recognized leader among local governments. His leadership and insight contributed to steady, noteworthy improvements in the county’s quality of life.

One of these improvements was introducing the concept of a county charter. The charter would allow county residents to have more control of their local government. In 1987, it won the approval of voters and the General Assembly, adopting four principles, which the county still uses today as part of the Committee of the Future—accountability, ultimate power of the people, protection of the integrity of the county government and efficiency of government operation.

“We recognized that the citizens of the county are the customers of county services, not the elected officials,” Daniel said. “I tried to make every decision that would reward the public for what they were willing to pay for while still addressing the needs of the county.”

Following retirement from the board, Daniel continued to serve the community in many ways. One of which was sharing his love of western films through “Tuesday Night Westerns,” a film series he hosted with friend Tom Wyatt at Meadowdale and LaPrade libraries for the last 21 years, until this April.

Today, Daniel says he is enjoying the retired life and staying busy. “I just try to live the good life and see my grandkids as often as I can,” he said.

GEORGE FICKETT

George Fickett remembers the moment he developed an insatiable appetite for learning about the Civil War. It was at 9 p.m. on Dec. 10, 1959. Fickett was 9 years old and had just tuned in to the popular CBS anthology series “Playhouse 90.” The episode was titled “The Tunnel,” a dramatic account of the Battle of the Crater.

Fickett knew the Crater was close to his home, and thus began his lifelong love of history and his eventual devotion to preserving historic property.

Somewhere along the way, he also began a love affair with Harley Davidsons. He occasionally mixes his two passions by leading history tours from the seat of his custom hog. He also just happens to be Chesterfield County’s longest-tenured employee, nearing 45 years of service.

Since the early 70s, Fickett has been the county’s go-to source for mapping parcels. In the early days, his work as a draftsman producing tax maps was done by hand and lots of shoe leather.

Today, as a geographic information systems specialist for the county, his job enables him to blend his career and hobby. With enhanced satellite imagery and topography at his fingertips, Fickett sees Civil War earthworks from his desk. That’s when the magic begins: He wants everyone to see what he sees by preserving those Civil War sites.

Over the years, Fickett, working with the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia and others, has successfully led efforts to preserve nearly a dozen Civil War sites in the county, not the least of which is a waterfront stretch on the Appomattox River known as Point of Rocks. That’s where Union Gen. Benjamin Butler made his headquarters and Red Cross founder Clara Barton cared for wounded soldiers. Abraham Lincoln visited the hospital on March 27, 1865, with his wife and son.

Fickett is the leading expert on Gen. Butler’s Bermuda Hundred Campaign in which Butler landed his Army of the James on the Bermuda Hundred peninsula in southeastern Chesterfield County in a long and ultimately failed attempt to advance on Richmond.

“There was nothing written about the Bermuda Hundred Campaign until 1987,” Fickett said.

His proudest accomplishment, he said, is that he and others have been able to preserve so much historic land with little to no tax dollars. He works closely with landowners and others devoted to history to make that happen.

“It’s one thing to read about history,” Fickett said. “To walk the terrain after you’ve read about it puts things in perspective.”

Thanks to George Fickett, there are lots of places in Chesterfield County to do just that.

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CARLY SHAIA

HAPPY 20TH ANNIVERSARY CHESTEFIELD LIVING MAGAZINE!

by Don Kappel

T

he term “transparency in government” is referenced frequently these days. It’s not a new concept. Thomas Jefferson said, “Information to the people… is the most legitimate engine of government.”

Much of my adult life has been devoted to providing “information to the people.” Over the past 46 years, I have worked in radio, television, newspapers and magazines, served as official spokesman for the U.S. Marine Corps at the Pentagon and later, for Chesterfield County, taught English and Journalism and conducted webinars as a consultant. Currently, I serve as an instructor for public information officers from throughout the commonwealth for the Virginia Department of Emergency Management.

So, in 2002, when Chesterfield Living publishers Billy and Cheryl Davis offered the county the opportunity to have a recurring information column in the magazine, and with County Administrator Lane B. Ramsey’s concurrence, I jumped at the opportunity for Chesterfield County government to communicate with the public in this manner. In each edition from then until my retirement from the county in 2014, FIRST CHOICE shared information about county topics to help readers relate to their county government and understand how its employees, elected and appointed officials and volunteers provide the services they depend on each day.

FIRST CHOICE featured articles about many departments, as well as about the county airport, economic development, the county’s rich history, our demographics, numerous ways to contact elected officials and tips for participating in local-government decision making and for obtaining accurate and timely information about the county. Just as one example, I recall a time when some county residents were saying that the county didn’t cooperate with the City of Richmond or other localities. In the next issue of Chesterfield Living, the FIRST CHOICE column reported on the 116 regional partnerships the county was actively involved in at that time, including many with Richmond.

Another column delineated which local or state agencies are responsible for specific tasks. It explained that the Virginia Department of Transportation has the primary responsibility for patching potholes…something that some residents had believed to be a county responsibility instead. Hopefully, the columns corrected such misperceptions and encouraged more participation in public meetings and discussions to get the facts.

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Much has changed about Chesterfield County and about Chesterfield Living over the past 20 years. Both have grown and prospered. Since the publication started in the winter of 1996, its circulation has more than doubled. Now, Chesterfield Living is read by more than 100,000 Chesterfield County residents. In 1996, the county’s population was 242,700. Today, it is 337,000. Highly regarded businesses including Amazon, Honeywell, Mazda, DuPont, Sabra Dipping Co. and recently, Wegmans, have chosen to locate or expand here, creating thousands of new jobs and also helping to keep residential taxes among the lowest of comparable localities in the state.

One of my favorite topics to address in FIRST CHOICE columns was always the county’s long list of accolades and achievements—such as being selected numerous times as “One of the 100 Best Communities for Young People” by the America’s Promise Alliance and ING US; as the “17th Best Place to Live in America” by CNN/Money Magazine and as “One of America’s 20 hottest white-collar addresses” by The Wall Street Journal, just to name a few. As the county’s spokesman, I had the great pleasure of being a cheerleader for the outstanding community that my family and I still proudly call home.

Over the years, the county’s fiscally conservative elected officials, dedicated employees and the talented writers, designers and editors at the magazine have continued working as partners to shine the spotlight on our county and to maintain and improve our FIRST CHOICE community. Communication--clear, accurate and dependable--always will be a tool the county will use to engage its residents, and Chesterfield Living celebrates 20 years as one of the most successful and eagerly anticipated of those tools.

For the first two thirds of my career with Chesterfield County, from 1994 until his retirement in 2007, I had the good fortune to work for legendary Chesterfield County Administrator Lane B. Ramsey. The announcement this May that Henrico’s Deputy County Manager for Administration, Joe Casey, will be the next Chesterfield County administrator beginning in July is exciting news and bodes well for Chesterfield’s future. His appointment means the county will once again have such a respected, honorable and capable administrator at the helm.

Here’s to our FIRST CHOICE community, and to many more years of Chesterfield Living magazine. Happy Anniversary!

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e have a client who owns a company that employs 30-40 people, largely in their 20s & 30s. We provide the company 401(K) Plan. As part of providing that Plan we periodically offer meetings to the employees to better understand the mechanics of it, how the markets work, and the benefits of participating early and often.

We were just told by the employer that a number of employees had asked about possible assistance from the company helping pay down their school loans rather than helping with contributions to the K Plan. Their rationale is they have a hard time trying to look 30-40 years down the road to retirement while they have huge balances on their student loans staring them in the face. Besides, “the stock market is all over the place and I could lose my money”.

While I totally understand the emotions involved in these arguments, I must stand firm in my recommendation to participate in the retirement plan, even with smaller, yet continuous, contributions. This is one of those instances where age and a few grey hairs offer lessons that should be taken to heart. Having been in this business for over 40 years, I’ve totally embraced “the magic of compound interest”, as offered by Albert Einstein’s description as the Eighth Wonder of the World!

Small amounts of money invested at even lower rates of return, can potentially produce amazingly large amounts if left untouched to grow (and compound) over many years. My generation of Baby Boomers have, in many instances, just painfully realized that

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Enter our children, the GenX’ers and Millennials, who are much more into living for today. Supposedly, tomorrow will find a way to work out. You don’t suppose they have you in mind for any, or all of that, do you? My generation has been described in books as the last great generation. From my day to day meetings with people wondering how they will ever retire, I have to agree. The current generation has grown up expecting to be taken care of at every level. Entitlements are engrained in their psyche. We hear of many who are in their 30s and still living at home because they can’t find (appropriate) employment.

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A H A R D NIGH T ’ S S L E E P “So do you think you grind your teeth?”

“No, doc, not me.”

“Well, someone’s been taking some off the top when you’re not looking.”

Every day, I see at least one patient who has signs and symptoms of grinding and/or clenching their teeth. Lots of us do it, including me. I frequently catch myself clenching my teeth when focusing intently on a task. It’s typically a subconscious habit that, if you’re lucky enough not to suffer from any jaw pain, will go unnoticed until someone points it out or things start breaking.

You may not have realized this, but teeth are not meant to touch.

It sounds odd, but think about it. They don’t touch while you speak, smile or rest. Even when you chew, your teeth only have to be close enough to mash food, not necessarily touch. The average person who does not grind will have their teeth touch only about four minutes in an average day. The person who grinds while asleep can have their teeth together for hours at a time. Our bodies aren’t designed to handle that kind of force over extended periods.

Most people I treat will be on one of two teams: Team Grinders and Team Clenchers.

Team Grinders are those of us who habitually and involuntarily gnash or rub our teeth together, usually during sleep. These folks have flattened molars, short-looking front teeth and chipped or ragged-looking edges. Surprisingly, I don’t often find these people suffering from headaches or muscle pain, but they certainly do a good job at breaking teeth and dental restorations. Don’t let me mislead you, though – more severe symptoms can surely develop over time.

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Then there’s Team Clenchers, those of us who squeeze our teeth together with tremendous force for minutes to hours at a time. Sometimes we’ll clench during the day but often and with much more intensity at night. These are the folks who will wake up in the morning with headaches and muscle fatigue and will at times need treatment for acute muscle or jaw pain.

Both situations can result from and be exacerbated by stress, anger, tension, fear, frustration, a misaligned bite, poor-fitting dental restorations, etc. The most severe symptoms will arise during periods of highest stress, such as a divorce, job change and loss of a loved one.

Fortunately, if the damage isn’t too bad, these conditions can be managed with stress reduction techniques, bite adjustments, orthodontics and/or a simple night guard.

Untreated, it can lead to tens of thousands of dollars in dental treatment to rebuild and restore what you once had.

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Whether it’s a simple filling or a full smile makeover, by offering personalized care, Dr. Catoggio is able to create the exceptional smiles his patients are seeking.

Dr. Catoggio is committed to perfecting the art of exceptional dentistry. He is an active member of the American Dental Association, Virginia Dental Association and Richmond Dental Society. By staying current on the latest technology and advances in dentistry, Dr. Catoggio has dedicated himself to serving patients with the highest level of care available.

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Life Unexpected

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o you remember back in 1980, when John Lennon penned the lyrwics to "Beautiful Boy" about his son Sean with Yoko Ono? It included the phrase, Life is what happens while you're making other plans? I remember thinking at the time that he was the most brilliant philosopher ever to come up with that literary gem! With the insight earned by the passage of numerous decades, I am slightly more discriminating in my tastes for brilliant philosophers but my fascination with the sentiment remains strong.

You can plan your life, just understand it isn't going to turn out that way.

Throughout my life, it has seemed that my best laid plans are those that have been shattered by the most extraordinary circumstances. I planned to move to a new city and start a new career – instead I got a cancer diagnosis. I planned to run to the grocery, stop by the dry cleaner and pick up some sandwiches for my office mates – instead I had emergency surgery for two detached retinas. I answered an ad for a job and ended up with a lifelong best friend.

And it's not just me. For years, my friends Fred and Ginger* talked about their retirement years. Where they'd build their dream house, the trips they would take, the adventures they would experience...they planned down to the minutia every single detail possible. And then they received the cancer diagnosis and the axis of their entire world shifted. The plans for margarita-filled sunsets and sun-drenched adventures were replaced with oncology reports and radiation appointments.

Other friends of mine, Bogie and Bacall* were within months of pulling the trigger on their retirement plans when life happened to them too. They had each reached the pinnacle of their respective careers and were ready to slow down and sniff the chardonnay when they received a transfer order that was too good to be refused.

Retirement was put off in favor of a tropical adventure in the Caribbean island nation of Trinidad, complete with corporate-paid accommodations and a generous expense account.

Whether good or bad, thrilling or terrifying, one of the greatest thrills is that life is a complete unknown. Yes, we know tomorrow will be Tuesday, the electricity bill is due on the 10th and a tuna fish sandwich left in the car overnight is not a healthy food choice.

But we don't truly know what tomorrow will bring. Is it the day you win the lottery? Embark on an adventure with a new friend, to a place you've never been, doing what you've never done before?

Is tomorrow the day you have an epiphany that will change the purpose and direction of your existence?

And that is where the adventure lies, and the challenge -- to live life, with all its ups, downs and unexpected plot twists, with gusto, passion, and enthusiasm. Long before John Lennon immortalized the "Life" sentiment, in the 1930's Denis Waitley advised to "expect the best, plan for the worst, and prepare to be surprised.” In 21st century speak: set yourself up for success through education and experience, fully fund your 401k and keep your investment advisor on speed dial. Then Carpe Diem and hold on tight. Your next adventure is only a sunrise away! *My Editor made up names, simply because he likes making up names, and to protect the identity of my friends.

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Top 10 tips for avoiding the “I should haves” later in life

1. Get your finances in order. Know that whatever happens, you’ll be able to use more money than you think you will.

2. Get your paperwork in order. Shred everything you possibly can. File the rest.

3. Travel. Take the booze cruise to Mexico! Or the safari to Montana. Or the trek through Sri Lanka. Go far and go often!

4. Laugh. Not the polite giggle behind your hand – a full-on belly laugh with snort until your sides hurt. Every day.

5. Nix “not today” from your vocabulary. Does your significant other want to go to a rock concert, in a dusty bar, two hours away, on a work night? Do it! And then drag him to a Barry Manilow concert the next week.

6. Exercise. Not because you enjoy it (let’s face it, no one enjoys it!) but because the resultant fitness will make you able to do so much more in life with more energy and more enjoyment.

7. Sing. Preferably on key and with the right words, but if you’re not gifted in that particular talent, make up your own words and sing even louder!

8. Go to an art studio and pretend you’re Da Vinci. Or Picasso.

Or a kindergartener. Proudly display your work in your living room and dare anyone to criticize it!

9. Go to flea markets and garage sales for absolutely no reason.

10. Call your mom.

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s you enter Chiocca’s Salon at 14736 Village Square Place in Midlothian, you’re filled with anticipation as to how good you’re going to feel and how nice you’re going to look. Regardless of who your stylist is, you know she will have trained at the famous Bumble University & Styling Salon in New York City, where she will have received extensive hands-on experience cutting and styling hair on live models. You know your stylist will be up to date on the latest trends.

Your thoughts cannot likely take you back more than 20 years ago to a man and his vision, a man whose love for his family moved him to create this establishment where you can enjoy a variety of services such as professional hair cuts or styling, manicures, pedicures and more. Chances are you never knew this man who was the driving force behind Chiocca’s Salon.

The man was Albert Chiocca. He was the owner of the Woodlake Shopping Center, the location of the salon. Twenty years ago, Albert had a vacancy in his shopping center. He also had an idea.

He wanted to provide the perfect place for his daughter, Rachel, to establish her own business.

“So,” says Albert’s wife, Vee Chiocca, “we rolled up our sleeves and worked really hard for about eight weeks – painting, laying tile and doing all the other things needed to open a salon.”

In April 1996, Rachel and her parents opened the salon for business. Albert Chiocca left a legacy. Today, you can be the beneficiary of that legacy when you experience the professional services of Rachel and her talented staff. She serves as the master/ elite stylist and colorist. Thanks to her great sense of fashion and her routine trips to New York, Rachel can create, for you, the most current cuts for today’s styles.

Vee continues to work in the salon as its administrator. She, Rachel and the entire staff stand ready to provide you with a full range of professional salon services. As one satisfied client wrote, “I leave there feeling beautiful.”

Albert Chiocca has since passed away. But he left behind a legacy… a legacy that not only allows his wife and daughter to work together, but one that allows many of their neighbors and others to continue to feel beautiful.

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Oh Your Aching Back!

You can’t get comfortable. It hurts to sit; it hurts to lie down; it hurts to bend over. Sometimes, it even hurts to take a deep breath. At some point in our lives, most of us have experienced the misery of back pain for one reason or another.

Maybe you overdid it playing ball or lifting weights. Or perhaps you jumped enthusiastically into a do-it-yourself home project that you saw at Lowe’s, and now you can’t do anything for yourself at all for the next two days. Or, and let’s all be honest here, maybe you just woke up and got out of bed as you do every morning, but this time it feels like you’ve spent a little time in the ring with a professional wrestler. What gives?

One of my professors confessed to us that when one of his patients comes in with back pain, he cries a little inside because there is literally no end to the list of potential causes. It could be muscular, diskrelated, neurogenic, kidney/bladder, referred from another source or exacerbated by other health issues, and so on. In fact, according to the American Chiropractic Association, Americans spend about $50 billion each year on back pain, and it is one of the most common reasons we visit the doctor and miss work. It’s kind of a big deal. So where do we begin to fix it and feel better?

The good news is that most back pain is mechanical and non-organic, meaning that it is not actually caused by serious conditions such as infection, inflammatory arthritis, fracture or cancer. Of course the importance of seeing a qualified physician who can determine this for us cannot be overstated. But if you are otherwise healthy and reasonably active and have just overdone it while raking the yard all weekend, it is likely that you can treat the pain with an overthe-counter NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) that is appropriate for your age and health. Take it easy, sit in a comfy chair, maybe one with a good view of your immaculate lawn, that sort of thing.

If you enjoy massages, treat yourself. Many people have reported relief from back pain through massage therapy or acupressure, and even acupuncture. Massages are relaxing to our tense or overworked muscles and assist in clearing toxins out of our bodies—a total win-win. And while acupuncture is considered by many to be a non-traditional treatment for what ails us, it has been reported to be at least as effective as a placebo in relieving back pain, so it is certainly worth a shot (no pun intended).

Establishing an exercise routine that is appropriate for your level of health and fitness could prove to be beneficial in preventing future back pain exacerbations.

Activities such as swimming, yoga, and low-impact aerobics combined with safe stretching techniques can help keep back muscles strong and limber, as well as improve our general mood and well being. Work on keeping abdominal muscles strong as well, since having a flexible and strong core goes a long way toward avoiding back pain as it improves our balance and coordination.

Review some of your daily activities to see if they can be modified to reduce the chance of triggering pain.

If you sit at a desk for work, bend over frequently or talk a lot on the phone while fiddling with papers, causing you to scrunch your neck and shoulder, you could be constantly placing your body in a position that is setting off alarm signals. Listen to your body.

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Pretend your body is your mom and you are outside playing and it’s time to come inside. Don’t wait until your body is yelling at you and is very angry. Life is not so fun once that happens.

Is your bed comfortable enough? When you get out of bed, be kind to your body. You have just been lying down, barely moving, for several hours. You may not want to jump out of bed like you are ready to attack the day without warming up a little first. During your day, take a few moments from time to time to move around and stretch. Get the blood flowing, get some oxygen up to the brain. Soothe those neck muscles that are taut from staring at a phone screen off and on all day. No judgment. That’s just life now, and there’s no point denying it.

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Consider a chiropractic adjustment as well. Most of us have inadvertently cracked our backs and felt that glorious moment of relief. Imagine if a licensed professional were to do that! Many people have experienced immediate and even lasting benefits from chiropractic care. Most professional athletes swear by chiropractic care to help them avoid injuries, recover more quickly if they are injured and avoid overuse of opioid medications to treat pain. As always, be sure to do adequate research on chiropractic care to see if it is right for you and your situation.

And last, but certainly not least, one of the best ways to avoid and to relieve back pain is to decrease stress and tension in your life. Stress causes our muscles to tighten up, and that can cause a chain reaction of discomfort in the body. Having a positive attitude, meditating and finding humor in little things in our daily lives can help us not only to relax but also to release endorphins,* which our body naturally produces.

Be sure to see a licensed physician for any persistent back pain, and make sure you are cleared to try any of the above mentioned options. Cheers to your health! *Endorphins are morphine-like chemicals produced by the body that help diminish pain while triggering positive feelings.

Richmond native, Melanie Rasnic is currently in graduate school at Alderson Broaddus in Philippi, West Virginia, studying to become a Physician Assistant. She graduated from VCU in May 2014 with a Bachelor's in Science. In August, she will be moving to Charleston, West Virginia, to do a one-year clerkship of rotations in several different fields, and she will graduate in August 2017.

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Is it a Normal Sign of Aging or Low Testosterone?

As we get older, we all experience various signs and symptoms of aging. However, for many men, some symptoms have nothing to do with aging, but rather an actual medical condition. These can be an indication that the body is having an issue with low testosterone (low T). For men, testosterone is an important hormone that helps regulate specific chemical reactions in the body. Low T can present itself with symptoms such as decreased energy, weight gain, reduced sexual desire, decreased spontaneous erections, lack of energy or a depressed mood. “It is estimated only 10 percent of all men with low T are treated,” says Joseph Ellen III M.D., with Virginia Urology. He says that the signs and symptoms of low T begin to appear around age 40.

But how does a man know if he has low T or if his symptoms are a sign of normal aging? Making the distinction can be quite difficult. “People overlap so many other symptoms with aging that they don’t even realize they have low T,” says Dr. Anthony Sliwinski, M.D., who is also with Virginia Urology. Many of the symptoms are vague. Dr. Sliwinski recommends if a man thinks he is having symptoms of low T, then he should consult a urologist that specializes in andrology or male sexual health. “We have a great opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for our patients,” says Dr. Sliwinski After a thorough history and physical exam, the appropriate treatment plan can be put into place. “First we look for simple lifestyle adjustments,” says Dr. Sliwinski. “The most common causes for some of these symptoms include chronic stress, excessive alcohol use, opiate use and prior history of exposure such as mumps or orchitis.” We carefully monitor our patients and if there is no improvement, then we evaluate the need to replace the testosterone,” says Dr. Sliwinski. Testosterone therapy is, indeed, the best treatment for low T and issues related to low T. “The treatment for low T is not inherently difficult, but it does need to be closely monitored by someone who is highly trained in this area as there can be serious side effects,” explains Dr. Ellen.

With routine visits, we can easily monitor and adjust the treatment.

Once the treatment is regulated properly, the patient can feel better within a matter of days.

Virginia Urology offers multiple forms of treatment including topical gels, injections and testosterone patches (much like a band aid). The type of treatment and the dosage is based on the individual patient’s lab values, and most insurance plans will cover treatments for low testosterone.

For many men, choosing to seek care for low-T can be an issue of pride. Nevertheless, typically, one will observe a positive impact, both physically and mentally, as a result of appropriate testosterone therapy.

For more information and to determine which of Virginia Urology’s seven area locations is most convenient to you visit Uro.com or call 804-330-9105.

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HOME SWEET HOMEAR A M A COURTESTY OF BRYAN CHAVEZ

THE 2016 HOMEARAMA , which ran from June 4 through 19, was, once again, a huge success. The event, sponsored by The Home Building Association of Richmond (HBAR), gave nine of the area’s leading custom homebuilders an opportunity to showcase their work in the beautiful setting of the Hallsley community in Chesterfield County.

This year more than 22,000 people visited the gorgeous homes.

Following their tour, each attendee was asked to select his or her personal favorite from the nine homes on the tour. The Delaney, built by TimberCreek Building & Design was this year’s People’s Choice winner.

The first runner up honors went to Homesmith Construction and their The Great Escape. And the second runner up was The Nantucket South, which was built by Southern Traditions.

Words won’t do justice to these amazingly beautiful homes.

But we hope these images help to paint a picture of what Richmond area homebuilders are producing. It seems that secret rooms and passageways were the big thing this year, as several of the homes included such.

Master suites continue to get bigger and more impressive.

Several of the builders included the laundry room adjacent to or within the master suite walk-in closet area. And as for the master bathroom, the pass through or “car wash” shower is making a splash.

Take a look at these pictures and then contact the listed sales agent if you’d like to see and learn more.

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AWFUL ARTHUR’S

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Feast on Wagyu sliders, fig and brie flatbread or pan-seared Atlantic salmon, all while watching the latest films on the big silver screen. As an added feature, there are wine tastings on Tuesdays.

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11400 W. Huguenot Road (The Shoppes at Bellgrade) 804-464-1476 TheHardShell.com The Hard Shell offers fresh seafood as well as steak, chicken and ribs. Try their sesame-seared tuna, their popular crab cakes or something from the raw bar. Be sure to visit on a Saturday and enjoy the jazz sounds of the Lawrence Olds Quartet. The music starts at 6:30 every Saturday.

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Stop in and enjoy this mushroom sausage pizza or any of Grimaldi’s famous crispy and smoky thin crust pies that Zagat has voted best pizza year after year.

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The Chicken Pesto Pizza features homemade fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and pesto sauce, topped with caramelized onions, grilled chicken and a balsamic glaze.

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Sapori 3513 Festival Park Plaza, Chester 804-425-4628 SaporiFlavors.com Margherita Pizza – with a twist Sapori is the Italian word for “flavors.” The Amato family, who have operated Sapori for over 10 years, say , “Our vision for Sapori is one of authentic, fresh flavors that are a fusion between traditional Sicilian recipes and modern culinary concepts.” This pizza is their specialty.

It’s a twist on their Margherita pizza. It’s hand tossed and features pleated thin crust with mozzarella cheese, sliced fresh tomatoes, basil, red onion and bacon.

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Tavern 19 @ Independence 600 Founders Bridge Blvd., Midlothian 804-601-8611 IndependenceGolfClub.com/Tavern-19 BBQ Chicken Pizza Pizza in a tavern? At a golf club? Indeed! In addition to traditional American taphouse fare, Tavern 19 offers a good variety of simply amazing brick oven pizzas. The barbecue chicken pizza features BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, bacon and scallion.

Grioli’s Dolce Vita 2401 Colony Crossing Pl., Midlothian 804-639-4332 DolceVitaOnline.com Primavera Pizza Owner, Sal Vitale has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years. Now, his son is joining him at Dolce Vita and the name Grioli’s is being added to the name of the restaurant. “ With the revised name, comes a switch to authentic New York-style pizza in addition to a selection of specialty pizzas. The Primavera features red onions, mushrooms, broccoli, fresh tomato and mozzarella, with your choice of white or red sauce.

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Bottoms Up Pizza 1700 Dock St. 804-644-4400 BottomsUpPizza.com The Mexican Pizza A Richmond staple since 1992, Bottoms Up serves meticulously prepared dough that takes over 12 hours to prepare in order to ensure that you get the very best pizza every time. As you might expect of a Mexican Pizza, this one is filled with taco-seasoned ground beef, jalapeĂąos, onions and cheddar.

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I want to welcome Whitney Kiatsuranon as our newest Taste Bud. Whitney and I were both on the prowl around Chesterfield recently checking out the comings and goings (mostly comings) on the restaurant scene. Here’s a roundup of our discoveries.

WHAT’S NEW AT BREW? Brew Gastropub, with two locations (6525 Centralia Road, in the Centralia Shopping Center and 11400 W. Huguenot Road, in the Shoppes at Bellgrade) is about to roll out a new menu as we go to press.

By the time you read this, it should be up and running. I can’t wait to try the new mussel pot, which will be made with a rotating beer selection.

Can you imagine the possibilities, considering the amazing variety of beers offered at Brew? I’m getting excited just thinking about this and it’s not even 11 a.m.

Oh, one more thing to tell you about. Karen Verdisco, co-owner of the gastropub (with husband, Matt), tells me that Brew’s Centralia Road location will be celebrating their third anniversary on July 30. She says they have some cool things planned. For instance, there’s going to be a tap takeover by Three Notch’d Brewing Company, out of Charlottesville (and soon, Richmond). And, if the weather cooperates, a pig roast and corn hole tournament. I’m not usually big on anniversary parties, but this is one that I don’t want to miss. (SC)

TAZIKI’S HEADS SOUTH Here’s some good news for those of you who may have enjoyed the excellent Greek fare at Taziki’s Mediterranean Café in Innsbrook, but who live or work on the other side of the river. The folks at Taziki’s have taken the wraps off their local expansion plans. The chain, which already has the one store in Innsbrook, will be opening another in the Stonehenge Village Shopping Center in Midlothian. That’s the same shopping center with Wegmans. But even before construction on the Midlothian store gets underway, Taziki’s is preparing to open at 14221 Hull Street Road, near the Lowe’s and Walmart stores. Of course, in the meantime, you can still enjoy their great food in the West End. (SC)

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While there are no “changes in Latitude” Seafood Company at 15532 WC Commons Way, I just want to remind you that their patio seats over 50 people and is perfect for the summer nights.

Also, they occasionally have live music, too. And let’s not forget their summertime specials. Such as: Flounder Monday - $10 for two fillets of flounder stuffed with cheese and crab filling served with garlic whipped potatoes (with beverage purchase).

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WHAT’S IN A NAME: “We are not changing our name,” explains Sal Vitale, owner of Dolce Vita Restaurant, located at 2401 Colony Crossing Place in Midlothian. “We’re adding to the name.” That’s exactly what’s happening at this popular family-run Italian eatery. So why the change? Oops, I mean the addition from Dolce Vita to Grioli’s Dolce Vita Restaurant. Sal tells me that his son, who has operated his own restaurants in Northern Virginia, is joining him in the business here.

And while the name won’t be changing, there will be a few changes on the menu, one of which involves the switch from traditional-style pizza to authentic New York-style pizza. You can get a look at one of those pizzas in our In Search of Great Pizza feature on page 38. (SC)

OPENING BELL I had a chance to taste (and enjoy) some delicious brews from Steam Bell Beer Works out at Sergio’s a few weeks ago. At the time, the brewery, Chesterfield’s first and only, had not yet opened. Well, now it has. And I’m recommending you give ‘em a try. The brewery taproom is open Thursday from 4 to 10 p.m., Friday from 4 to midnight and Saturdays from noon until midnight. That should give everyone plenty of chance to sample some really good beers. They’re located at 1717 Oak Lane Blvd. in Midlothian. It’s also a great spot to have a party, especially if you’re into craft beer. (SC) 44 Chesterfield Living

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Well, we’re entering the shank of the season. Everybody’s got his or her grills fired up and ready to do some outdoor cooking. I love this time of year. So do the chefs at Wegmans. Now that we have a Wegmans in Chesterfield, we can take advantage of their ongoing cooking/dining tips. Their chefs have come up with a fresh approach to bring even more great grilled meals to the table. The concept: “grill it in your skillet!” Put fresh ingredients in a seasoned cast-iron skillet, place the skillet over a pre-heated grill, cover the grill, and a few minutes later, you have a sensational meal - flavorful, juicy and ready to eat. Now, I haven’t tried this myself, but it does sound good. They even have some recipe ideas on their website (Wegmans.com), including their steak au poivre with “Veggie” spaghetti, salmon with tomatoes and capers and their salmon teriyaki with mushrooms.

One more tip from the chefs: Don’t peek! The meals should take 20 to 30 minutes to cook, as long as the grill stays hot. Check once after 20 minutes with an instant read thermometer to see if the protein is 130 degrees for the salmon and 125 to 140 for the steak, depending on how you prefer it. (WK)

THE PROOFS IN THE WATER Have you been to the new Grimaldi’s Pizza in Chesterfield Towne Center yet? While I generally tend to shy away from chains, there are some chains that do what they do so well, that I make an exception to my own, little rule. Taziki’s is one of those. Ruth’s Chris is another. And it looks like Grimaldi’s may become another.

They’ve been in business for over 100 years. They use only the freshest ingredients, including their handmade mozzarella cheese and dough.

But here’s what really impresses me – for years I’ve heard that the secret to a good New York pizza is the New York water. I thought that was just a rumor, but I’ve had bakers from the Big Apple confirm it.

There’s something about the Manhattan water that makes their dough so fantastic.

But don’t take it from me. Eric Greenwold, their president and COO says, “Grimaldi’s believes that too, going to great lengths to keep the integrity of the water used in the Brooklyn pizzeria by hiring a chemist to analyze and recreate the mineral content and exact composition of the water to ensure the dough tastes the same in Virginia.”

Can you get any more authentic than that? Take a peek at their mushroom and sausage pizza in our ISO Pizza feature on page 35. (SC)

Well, we’re heading back to the streets to search out all the news that’s fit to eat. Share your restaurant finds with us. Send ‘em to TasteBudz@RichmondNavigator.com.

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Brew

6525 Centralia Road & 11400 W. Huguenot Road 804-454-0605 • BrewGastroPub.com Brew is a gastropub with a beer list ranging from a pear lager to coffee stouts and everything in between.

Monday through Friday 3 to 6 p.m.

Pints - $2 off Wine - $2 off House liquors - $2 off

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During happy hour Brew also offers $2 off all appetizers.

Crab Louie’s Tavern

1352 Sycamore Square 804-378-4977 • CrabLouies.com Enjoy Virginian style, fresh fish prepared in a variety of methods including broiled almondine, grilled and even crab crusted.

Sunday through Thursday 4 to 6:30 p.m.

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Monday through Friday 3-6 p.m.

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Throughout happy hour, Les Crepes offers select crepes for $5.

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THE EMBERS IN CONCERT

Dance the night away to beach music in the park. Bring your dancing shoes and a blanket.

When: July 8 from 7-10 p.m. (Gates open at 6 p.m.)

Where: Pocahontas State Park Amphitheater Cost: Free (fee for parking) Chesterfield.gov/calendar

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: GREASE

Enjoy this classic 1978 musical on a giant inflatable screen. Bring chairs, blankets, and something to munch on.

When: July 29 – Gates open at 6 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk Where: Chesterfield Career and Technical Center, 13900 Hull Street (old Clover Hill High School) Cost: Free Chesterfield.gov/calendar

RICHMOND JAZZ FESTIVAL

Relax on the lawn and listen to famous jazz artists like The Roots, Herbie Hancock and Vanessa Williams.

When: Aug. 12-14 Where: Maymont Cost: Ticket sales begin at $30 and weekend passes are available JazzAtMaymont.com

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CARYTOWN WATERMELON FESTIVAL

Celebrate summertime in Carytown with the annual Watermelon Festival. Enjoy local restaurants’ and vendors’ watermelon creations, shopping, and music.

When: August 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Where: Carytown Cost: Free (Food and beverage will be available for purchase) CarytownRVA.org

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What could be better than fried Twinkies, beauty pageants, carnival rides, and contests?

When: Aug 26 through Sept. 3 Where: Chesterfield County Fairgrounds Cost: $10 for adults and $5 for children (4-12) ChesterfieldCountyFair.org

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“GO OUTSIDE AND PLAY.” How many times have you encouraged your kids to enjoy the great outdoors? The advice is as good for us as it is for them. Is your outdoor space your personal oasis? Does it offer an area for relaxation, cooking on the grill, or just quiet reflection? It can be.

Writer Susan Higgins gives us some points to ponder in planning the perfect outdoor space. To help illustrate her suggestions we asked several area homebuilders to share with us their deck, porch and patio ideas. Photographer Bryan Chavez captured all the images on the following pages at this year’s Homearama in Hallsley.

PLANNING YOUR OWN SPACE FOR OUTDOOR LIVING

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A DECK, PORCH OR PATIO is the outdoor expression of your personal taste and lifestyle. So before you build a new one, spend time exploring how you define comfort, leisure and beauty. The results will help you create a place where you go to find peace and recreation.

First, consider the space you have to work with. Are there trees to incorporate or elevation changes to consider? If you have neighbors nearby, is privacy a factor? What about zoning regulations? And finally, what will you see from the vantage of your new space? Are there utilities to disguise or a spectacular view to show off?

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Next, imagine yourself using the space. Will you need a full outdoor kitchen with refrigerator, cooktop and sink? Or maybe a wood fired pizza oven? Or just space for the gas grill? Would you prefer built-in seating or an open area where furniture can be rearranged to fit the occasion? Will you need electricity, lighting and a sound system to make the most of your time outside? Does a firepit sound like fun, or even a fireplace?

Remember, you are inviting yourself into Mother Nature’s domain, so factor sustainability into your plans when you choose construction materials. If you are a gardener, create a place for

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THE HOMEBUILDER, TIMBERCREEK BUILDING & DESIGN, PROVIDED PLENTY OF OUTDOOR SPACE FOR RELAXATION AND FOR ENTERTAINING. ONE OF THE MORE UNIQUE FEATURES IS THE SLEEPING PORCH OFF THE SECOND LEVEL OF THE DELANEY.

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the plants you love with the right amount of light. Imagine growing edibles or ornamentals in pots or built-in planters or even a trendy new plant wall. Think about a water feature like a fountain, pool or fish pond for sound and visual appeal. And don’t forget the birds. Create a place for a feeder that is safe from squirrels and easy to fill and clean.

If you envision using your new space year round, plan for shelter from sun and rain as well as a heat source for cooler weather. You may also want a screened-in area for protection from bugs.

Then there are practical matters, like storage. Include a spot to stow outdoor furniture, birdseed, firewood, charcoal, cleaning supplies, coolers, trash and recycling. You’ll enjoy the space more if everything you need is in reach and yet out of site.

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When you have a clear vision, interview at least three contractors. Verify insurance, review licenses, research complaint histories and check references. Then make site visits. Choose a contractor who specializes in the type of work you desire, and expect him to be busy. The best ones always are!

Consider all of these things, but remember this: Unlike a kitchen, which must contain certain things so it can fulfill its purpose, an outdoor space is yours to imagine. Make it traditional, make it elegant, make it rustic or make it fun, but most of all, make it yours.

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Last summer, Caroline Morris was one of them. Diagnosed in June 2015 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, the most common type of childhood cancer, Caroline has been receiving treatment at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR) ever since.

“It’s not my hair that makes my beauty,” said Caroline, who lost her hair as a chemotherapy side effect, “it’s my heart.”

These are just a few of the inspiring words one might hear from 6-year-old Caroline, who has remained optimistic and cheerful during a difficult year.

Now in the maintenance phase of her cancer treatment, Caroline only requires monthly visits to CHoR, which means she can spend more time doing the things she loves most: playing outside, spending time with her two older siblings and filming episodes of “Caroline’s Kitchen,” her athome cooking show. Currently, Caroline is busy figuring out a special lemon recipe to feature on the show and at her Anthem LemonAid stand this July.

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Sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Anthem LemonAid is Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ signature summer event and has been helping kids with cancer since 2001. Now in its 15th year, the event is celebrating its milestone anniversary with a two-year, $250,000 commitment to the Infusion Center in CHoR’s Hematology and Oncology Clinic.

Whether you’re a family, business or community organization, you can make a big difference for local kids with cancer by setting up a lemonade stand the weekend of July 15-17. It’s free to participate and

supplies are provided. Each participant is given lemonade mix, cups, a pitcher, a banner, stickers and sunglasses. Stands can be hosted at the retail location of one of our event partners or at a place of participants’ choosing, like a local business, front yard, or neighborhood pool. Participants will stir up and distribute cups of lemonade in exchange for donations and 100% of all funds raised will support the $250,000 goal.

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Manteo – ready to relocate! You won’t want to miss this one! Two master bedrooms – upper level can be master suite with office or make it a large game room with bedroom!

First floor has master bedroom, living room, kitchen/dining and family room – large garage/ workshop with a lot of storage. Yard is large enough to add a pool! Call Today!

Ocracoke Island - $599,000

Ready to make the change and own a thriving business in Ocracoke? Solid numbers make this one a true investment that can work. Sweet Tooth Candy/Fig Tree Deli – desserts and vacationers and residents love the homemade desse Deli selections made with fresh vegetables grown on site!

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Nags Head - $389,900

Pool and Ocean Views! Solid rental income makes this one a good investment – Plenty of room for the family with nice game room on the lower level that leads to the large pool area and fenced in yard. Ocean access directly across the street. Buy now and the rental income will be a credit to you at closing – sold fully furnished and ready to go!

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Duck Ocean Front - $1,359,650

This house will not overwhelm you, it is a very nice comfortable 4 bedrooms 4 bath home that renters love – relax around the pool and on the spacious decks. Consistent renter and sold fully furnished. Once the season starts we can only show on turnover day, so make the call today!

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Discovering the Secrets of the Secret City

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Discovering the Secrets of the Secret City

by Steve Cook

As

day dawned in Eastern Tennessee on December 7, 1941, likely none of the several hundred families living in the valley that encompassed portions of Roane and Anderson Counties had any idea that the events unfolding on the Hawaiian island of Oahu would soon change their lives forever. Indeed, these events would alter the lives of most Americans, but for those Tennesseans living in farmland communities such as Edgemore, Bethel and Scarboro, life would never be the same.

Perhaps some were listening on their radios that tranquil Sunday afternoon to the number one song in the nation, Chattanooga Choo Choo, when suddenly regular programming was interrupted for a news bulletin. Japan had bombed Pearl Harbor. America was at war.

About 10 months after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the residents of this region, which lay between a series of high Tennessee ridges, arrived home to find eviction notices on their doors. Most were given about six weeks, however some had as little as two weeks, to leave their homes…forever.

The Federal government quickly moved in and began erecting fences with checkpoints at which military personnel would stop all who wanted to enter. It may have seemed like something out of a science fiction movie. But what was about to happen was very real.

With great secrecy a city was being built…the “Secret City.”

Within about two years, this city had mushroomed to house a population of some 75,000, who were constantly reminded by means of signs plastered throughout, “What you see here, what you do here, what you hear here, when you leave here, let it stay here.”

Many of those working in the Secret City had no idea exactly what it was that they were doing there. What they did know was that if they asked questions, they would be forced to leave.

For months these workers, operating in shifts, toiled around the clock. It was all very hush hush. The vast majority had no concept of what they were supposed to be accomplishing. Until August 6, 1945.

The day Hiroshima was bombed. The secret was out. The workers in this “city behind a fence” had been enriching the uranium needed to produce the atomic bomb.

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Today, 70 years later, this fascinating story is revealed in what is now a not-so-secret city, Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Visitors can tour a re-creation of portions of the city as it appeared during World War II. As I stepped into a replica of a typical home, which had housed these workers and their families, I got a certain sense that I’d entered a world not unlike that which George Orwell described in his famous novel, 1984. A visit to Oak Ridge makes for a very fascinating albeit eerie getaway.

But there’s much more to Oak Ridge than that. The American Museum of Science and Energy, located there, is perhaps one of the best science museums in the southeast. The museum’s hands-on exhibits do not deal solely with the development of atomic energy, but give visitors the opportunity explore the science behind light, color, sound, electricity, weapons, robotics, atoms and much more.

There are other surprises that await visitors. For instance, did you know that every year, thousands of rowers flock to Oak Ridge to train and compete at Melton Lake, one of the best 2,000-meter rowing courses in America? With 30 miles of flat water and a seven-lane buoyed race course, Melton Lake is an excellent location for rowing spring training, head races and regattas.

Even if you’re not the regatta type, the lake is still a popular location for recreational pontoon boats, waterskiing, wakeboarding and fishing. Boaters enjoy some of the smoothest water in the area, and fishermen love the abundance of striped bass, crappie, largemouth bass and skipjack herring.

For those who want to shop, dine and play, there’s Jackson Square. During the Manhattan Project, the government constructed a small area where workers could shop, eat and relax. Today, this original town center, Jackson Square, flourishes and features an array of shops, award-winning restaurants, beautiful gardens and the Oak Ridge Playhouse.

As a suburb of Knoxville the region offers plenty to see and do. If dining and nightlife are more your thing, spend some time in Knoxville’s Market Square, where you’ll discover more fine restaurants and nightlife than one might expect in what was, until just a couple of decades ago, a sleepy little Tennessee town.

While space doesn’t permit me to detail even a small sampling of my recent discoveries, the list below offers a few highly recommended suggestions: DINING Café 4 – A pioneer in the city’s urban revitalization, Café 4 offers comfort foods and craft cocktails. Enjoy people watching in Market Square.

MarketSquare.com/Cafe4 Tomato Head – A pizza parlor with a cool, hip vibe, plus salads, sandwiches and more.

TomatoHead.com Sweet P’s Barbecue and Soul House – Considered by many to offer the best barbecue in Knoxville.

SweetPBBQ.com Primo Ristorante Italiano – Located on the 5th floor of the Sunsphere (built for the 1982 World’s Fair), enjoy food and drink, along with panoramic views of Knoxville and East Tennessee.

PrimoAtTheSphere.com ACCCOMMODATIONS Holiday Inn Knoxville World’s Fair Park – Located in the heart of downtown, across the street from the Sunsphere, and just blocks from Market Square, this hotel offers beautiful accommodations and such amenities as an indoor pool and a business center.

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FAMILY FUN Knoxville Zoological Gardens – Featuring over 800 animals, including two of the cutest baby gorillas you’ll ever see, this facility is committed to being a part of the solution to save species from extinction, both locally and globally. ZooKnoxville. org LEARN MORE Oak Ridge – ExploreOakRidge.com Knoxville – VisitKnoxville.com

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HITTING THE OYSTER TRAIL

by Steve Cook

"THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF PEOPLE IN THE WORLD,” says Joni Carter, a native of Virginia’s

Northern Neck, “those who go nuts over oysters and those who can’t stand them.” Carter belongs firmly in the first category. And that’s good. As director of Oyster Asset Development and as an integral part of Virginia Oyster Country, she spends a lot of time around oysters.

Even if you belong in category number two, you really gotta love the oyster for more than just its tasty goodness. “Our seafood has saved us,” Carter says. “Through the Civil War, through the Depression, we were able to survive when the cities were going under.”

Here’s another reason to love this little bi-valve.

Can you think of a food processing plant that, in the natural process of manufacturing its end product, actually cleans the environment? The oyster does.

Each and every day, an adult oyster will filter and clean up to 50 gallons of water.

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For many years, Carter has combined her expertise in marketing with a passion for working with non-profits. As the descendent of Virginia watermen, she was the logical go-to person when Dudley Patteson, co-owner (with his wife, Peggy) of the Hope and Glory Inn in Irvington, got the inspiration to create an Oyster Trail, along the same lines as the Northern Neck Artisan Trail. Patteson took that idea to Carter, who using her contacts, ingenuity and, yes, her love of oysters, started calling on state agencies. She set up meetings with the Virginia Tourism Corporation and even got through to the Governor.

“I wanted Governor McAuliffe to pronounce Virginia’s oysters as the best in the world, because they are,” she says. “I also wanted November to be declared Virginia Oyster Month.” She succeeded on both counts.

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While Carter and Patteson had initially sought to make the trail exclusive to the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula, her efforts were so well received that the entire coastal region of the state, including Virginia Beach and the Eastern Shore, got involved and are part of the trail, which was launched in August of last year.

The Northern Neck is not just another stop on the trail. “It’s the first stop,” Carter jokes (okay, it’s a semi-joke). She refers to Middlesex, Lancaster and Gloucester counties as the “epicenter” of the state’s oyster industry and has been instrumental in helping to create VAOysterCountry.com in an effort to showcase the tradition of the watermen and the oysters in that region.

If you’re looking for the best seafood festivals in the state, that’s the website you need to check out. How about great restaurants that specialize in oyster dishes? Again, just go to the website for all the info you need.

As major a stop on the Oyster Trail, the Tides Inn offers a truly unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the oyster’s history, culture and its culinary value through the Oyster Academy.

The Virginia Oyster Academy offers a true bay-to-table experience. The morning begins with a short lecture by Carter, explaining the native oyster’s rich past and present challenge for survival.

That’s followed by a two-hour excursion, by boat, with an honest-to-goodness Virginia waterman. Then it’s back to the Tides Inn for an oyster roast and culinary demonstrations by the resort’s executive chef, TV Flynn. The enriching experience is offered every Saturday in October and November.

In addition to Oyster Trail related adventures, The Tides Inn provides its guests with a genuine, laid-back, Northern Neck resort experience.

Enjoy swimming, boating, jet ski excursions, great dining and full spa services, including yoga. They even offer stand-up paddleboard yoga. For more information, visit TidesInn.com.

Considering all of her work with the Virginia Oyster Trail, the Oyster Country website and the Oyster Academy, you’d think that Joni Carter wouldn’t have room for anything else on her plate. But just as there’s always room for one more oyster, she’s made time to co-produce, with award-winning filmmaker Dave Miller and Chef Win Goodier, a fascinating documentary entitled, “Journey on the Chesapeake.”

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The film, which will premier on the local PBS station during the week of September 22, explores the history, culture and cuisine of the Chesapeake Bay. You can view a trailer of the film at JourneyOnTheChesapeake.com.

Joni Carter admits she’s nuts about oysters. She’s proving that everyday. If you share her enthusiasm, then perhaps it’s time you, too, hit the Oyster Trail.

To learn more about the important role the oyster continues to play in the state’s economy and to help plan your next Oyster Trail excursion, visit VirginiaOysterTrail.com.

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