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919 | Inside

What’s Inside 22

Time for a Little Green St. Patrick’s Day Parties, Live Music, and Other Activities

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Time for the Easter Bunny Easter Egg Hunts and Other Spring Events and Activities

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It’s What’s Inside That Counts Parents See More Than Just Dancing Talent in Daughters

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A True Slice of Ireland Chef Eamonn’s Authentic Food Highlights Irish Country Cooking

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Brierdale Ale Trail 5K An All-New Run in Brier Creek Benefits Two Important Groups

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Top Six Health and Fitness Apps Brier Creek Country Club Fitness Director Offers Recommendations

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Building Business in Wake Forest Ann Welton Combines Expertise With Passion for Her Community

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Wedding Stress Making You Crazy?

Weddings Can Be Very Stressful, Especially for the Lovely Bride

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An Earlier Primary Election Voters in NC and the 919 Go To the Polls March 15 This Year

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25th Annual Red Cross Ball North Raleigh Hosts Big Event: Music, food, auction!

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Preparing for Growth in WF New Town Manager Wants Community to Thrive, Prosper

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All Things Carolina Bright’s Creek Offers Unique Lifestyle in the NC Blue Ridge

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919 Music Fest North Raleigh Event Features 5 Live Bands and Much More

Go. See. Do. 11 17 18 21 21 22 23

Community Events School Events Extracurricular Activities Community Sports Walks, Runs and Rides St. Patrick’s Day Events Easter Events & Activities

919 Stuff 10 93 94-97 98

Publisher’s Note Advertisers Index 919 Deals Finish Line

Profiles

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North Raleigh Works for Family With 3 Businesses in the Area, Meyers Thanks the Community

A Real Sense of Passion

Raleigh Pipes and Drums Band Brings Pride to All Who Hear It

April Sneed’s Bottom Line

New Rolesville Chamber Leader Wants to Help Businesses Grow

Making Morrisville Great

Johnson’s Devotion to Community Extends Beyond Work on Council

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Community Events

3/26

Woodplay Spring Open House

BRIER CREEK MAR

COMMUNITY EVENTS 3/5 NORTH ReadRALEIGH, Across America Celebration LEESVILLE 10 am-12 pm

Clocktower Plaza NOV Brier Creek Commons 11/5-7 shopbriercreekcommons.com

41st Annual Visions of 3/5 Sugarplums Holiday Art & Gift Show Chase theparking Cure 5K Free admission, Benefit for pm American Cancer Society Thu-Fri: 9 am-8 98:30 Sat: am-3am; pm$30 per runner Brier Creek Country Club Quail Hollow Swim Tennis 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh & Clubhouse Orleans 919-206-4693 800 Pl, Raleigh afleming@tollbrothers.com 919-847-4868 runnc.com visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com

10 am-5 pm; free Molly the Clown, face painting Woodplay Playsets of the Carolinas 9521 Lumley Road 919-781-6556 Tennis for Good Charitable www.woodplaync.com

11/20-22

Tennis Tournament 7 am-5 pm

APR Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd # B, Raleigh 4/16 www.tennisforgood.org

2016 Walk, Run, DEC Bike for Umstead 12/3 Benefit for The Umstead Coalition Reindeer 8 am;Games multiple age categories

Songs, stories, more

William B. games, Umstead State Park Age Umsteadcoalition.org/events 3-5; 10-10:45 am; $10 fee

Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center 1905 B Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4128 parks.raleighnc.gov Spring Wine Expo Sample 30 wines; hors d’oeuvres $25; members and guests Musical: Brier ‘Nuncrackers’ Creek Country Club Fri, Sat: 8 pm; Sun: 3 pm

919-206-4600 Tickets: $12-$18

briercreekcc.com North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre 7713-51 Lead Mine Rd 919-866-0228 Babysitter nract.org

4/22

12/4-20

11/10 4/3

Horseshoe FarmCutathon Blo Salon Nature Preserve 8451 Brier Creek Pkwy, #101 Dedication Ceremony Brier Creek Commons, Raleigh 10 am 919-484-8600 2900 Horse Show Farm Rd justblo.com Parking: WRAL Soccer Complex parks.raleighnc.gov

3/12

4/23

Certification 101 12/6

Participants gain certification Holiday Cookies, 9 am-1 pm; age 11-17; $60 Milk with Santa Brier Creek Community Center

11/12 Brierdale Ale Trail 5K

Age 2-8; 1:30-2:30 pm; $8 10810 Globe Rd Pre-registration required 919-420-2340 Lake Lynn Community Center parks.raleighnc.gov 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

Thanksgiving Benefit forFun Teen Cancer America

Age am; $5 3-6; and 10-11 Lung Transplant Foundation Crafts, and stories 8 games am Lake Lynn Community Center Brierdale Shopping Center 7921 Ray Rd brierdalealetrail5k.racesonline.com 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

3/17

11/14 Authentic Irish

MAY 12/8 5/16 Santa’s Elves

ACHC Special Charity Ornament Enjoy Golfmilk, Tournament cookies with

Sertoma Fall Arts Fair Experience Demonstrations, tours, food, more

Outside party with a festival 10 am-5 pm of music, food and drinks Sertoma Arts Center 4-9 pm 1400 W Millbrook Rd Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant 919-996-2329 Brierdale Shopping Center parks.raleighnc.gov 10370 Moncreiffe Rd, Ste 109 LRHS Saving Grace DECA’s Raleigh (Brier Creek) Walk Animal Abuse Against 919-544-4141 Benefitting Saving Grace Animals for traliirishpub.com Adoption Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh Brier Creek 919-520-2984 zachwalker123@gmail.com Egg Hunt lrhsdeca.wix.com/savinggrace Activities prior and after event Age 10-up; free; 11 am Brier Creek Community Center 2nd Annual Handmade 10810 Globe Rd Hanukkah Market 919-420-2340 10 am-3 pm; free parks.raleighnc.gov Temple Beth Or 5315 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh 919-931-2537 hanukkahmarket.com

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11/15

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Benefit for Inter-Faith Food Santa, and make an ornament;

Big Brothers Big Sisters bringShuttle, two non-perishable

food10:30 items am

Brier Country Club 10-11 am;Creek age 1-12

9400 Club required Hill Dr, Raleigh Pre-registration

855-937-2252 Greystone Community Center

Achcgolf.com 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

NORTH RALEIGH, LEESVILLE BRIER CREEK MAR NOV 11/6 3/4-20

Play: ‘The 25th Annual Pre-Holiday Wine Expo Co. Spelling Bee’ Putnam

6 pm-9

Thu,pm Fri, Sat: 8 pm; Sun: 3 pm BrierTickets: Creek Country Club

$12-$20 Members

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Portrait Painters’ Annual Show Reception

1-3 pm Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W Millbrook Rd 919-996-2329 parks.raleighnc.gov

3/7

Come Meet A True Hero

For Women Only: Masha Shumatskaya, a refugee from the war zone in Ukraine; presented by The Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary; Jewish Women’s Foundation of Raleigh-Cary 6:30 pm; $36 (includes dinner) The Cypress 8801 Cypress Lakes Dr, Raleigh 919-676-2200, ext 100 shalomraleigh.org/women

3/24

The Great Carrot Caper

Bunny-themed games and art 11 am-12 pm; age 1-5; $10 fee Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 parks.raleighnc.gov

3/24

Live Stand-up Comedy

Featuring Melissa Douty, Blayr Nias 7:30-9 pm; $10 adv Raleighwood 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0326 raleighwoodmovies.com

APR 4/3

Ballet Basics

Thu, 10-10:45 am; age 4-5; $40 fee Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

4/9

Casino Night

Sponsored by Rotary Club of North Raleigh 7 pm NC State University Club 4200 Hillsborough St., Raleigh northraleighrotaryclub.org

4/15-24

Play: ‘The Tale of The Allergist’s Wife’

Thu, Fri, Sat: 8 pm; Sun: 3 pm Tickets: $12-$17 North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre 7713-51 Lead Mine Rd 919-866-0228 nract.org

4/22-23

Love the Earth!

Arts and craft project 12:30-1 pm; age 3-5; $6 fee Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 parks.raleighnc.gov

4/23

Free Community Shred

10 am-2 pm Linda Craft and Team Realtors 7300 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh 919-235-0007 www.lindacraft.com

4/23

Senior Services Fair

4/7-28

Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary 3-5 pm Temple Beth Or 5315 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh 919-676-2200, ext. 114 abby.palmer@shalomraleigh.org

4/5-26

Ageless Grace

21 simple tools for lifelong comfort Tue, 2-2:45 pm; all ages; $8 fee Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Bicycles Fun And Safety Day

Demonstrations, street course, trick bike stunts, tune-ups, more Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

4/23

SecondEmpire 5K Run Walk

16th annual even benefits Trinity Academy of Raleigh 9 am Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 Trinityacademy.com www.919Magazine.com

4/30

25th Annual Red Cross Ball

Benefit for American Red Cross 6 pm-12 am Food, cocktails, live music, auctions North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh redcross.org/triangleredcrossball

MAR/APR

Sertoma Arts Center Exhibits

Mar: Sertoma Portrait Annual Show Apr: Sertoma Artists Annual Show Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W Millbrook Rd 919-996-2329 parks.raleighnc.gov

MAY 5/22

2nd Annual 919 Music Fest

Presented by 919 Magazine and Sponsored by Sir Walter Chevrolet; benefit for American Red Cross, and recognizing 919 first responders; live music from five bands; food trucks; vendors; Kids Zone; beer/wine garden 12-6 pm; all ages Adjacent to 8501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh 919-864-7300 919MusicFest.com

MORRISVILLE/ NORTH CARY MAR 3/16-4/13 Kinderdance

Wed, 1-1:30 pm; age 3-5; $25 fee Cedar Fork Community Center 1050B Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-362-0016 kinderdance@nc.rr.com

3/17

Senior St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon

11:30 am-12-45 pm; age 55-up $3 fee; pre-registration required Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7110 townofmorrisville.org

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APR 4/2

St. Patty’s Day Authentic Irish

Document shredding, electronics recycling, and spring litter sweep 9 am-2 pm Morrisville Town Hall 100 Town Hall Dr 919-463-6194 townofmorrisville.org

Kaleidoscope Charter 5K

10 am-12 pm; free; age 2-8 Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Parkway 919-463-4110 townofmorrisville.org

3/24

Coffee & Connections

9th Annual Citizens’ Academy

Member networking event 7:30-9:15 am Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr, Ste A 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

4th Annual Spring Fling

Kaleidoscope Charter High School benefit 8 am, registration; 9 am, start Indian Creek Park 101 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-694-7030 kaleidoscopehighschool.org

4/7-28

Cary Area Emergency Medical Services 6:30-10:30 pm, Thu; free 919-380-6909 chief@caryems.com

Music, games, crafts, cannon display, lectures, re-enactors 9 am-2 pm Morrisville Town Hall 100 Town Hall Dr 919-463-6200 townofmorrisville.org

4/9

4/3

Easter Egg Hunt

Morrisville’s Civil War History

Green Day

Inside party with live Irish music, food and drinks 4 pm until late Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant 3107 Grace Park Dr Morrisville 919-651-9083 traliirishpub.com

3/19

4/9

2-6 pm; free Park West Village 3400 Village Market Place Morrisville 919-467-8880 parkwestvillage.net

4/14-28

LIVE in The District Music Series

Thursdays, 6-8:30 pm; free Park West Village 919-467-8880 parkwestvillage.net

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East Meets West Food Festival

Sponsored by Morrisville Innovation Foundation; world food, culture and music 11 am-4 pm Town Hall Drive, Morrisville 919-463-7155 lauren@morrisvillechamber.org eastmeetwestmorrisville.org

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK

APR 4/7, 14, 28 Happy Hour at RTP

MAR 3/1-11

4:30-6:30 pm The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

RTP Employee Art Exhibition

4/21

4/22

3/3, 10, 24, 31

Movies in the Park: ‘Home”

Bounce house, food trucks, games Festivities: 5:30 pm; film: 7:30 pm Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Parkway 919-463-7110 townofmorrisvlle.org

4/22-26

Morrisville Junior Firefighter Camp

9 am-4 pm; age 12-15; $125 Morrisville Fire Station #1 Town Hall Drive 919-463-6122 townofmorrisville.org

4/24

Stampede 5K

2 pm Benefitting Morrisville Elementary PTA 1519 Morrisville Pkwy morrisvillepta.org

MAY 5/6

Movies in the Park: ‘Minions’

Bounce house, food trucks, games Festivities: 5:30 pm; film: 7:30 pm Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Parkway 919-463-7110 townofmorrisvlle.org

5/14

Morrisville Springfest

Entertainment, carnival, games, vendors, inflatables, food trucks 4-9 pm; free (games $1) Town Hall Drive 919-463-7110 townofmorrisvlle.org

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9 am-5 pm (2/11-3/11) The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

RTP 180

Program: Women in Tech 5:30-8:30 pm The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org/event/january-rtp-180/

Happy Hour at RTP

4:30-6:30 pm; free The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

MAR/APR RTP Food Truck Rodeo

3/3

Kauffman Labs’ 1 Million Cups

Patent Searching For Entrepreneurs

Sponsored by Flynn IP Law 8-10 am The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org meetup.com/Triangle-TechBreakfast/ events/228257147/

3/9

Wild Ideas for Getting Outside

Outdoor Expo, presentations, Free food and drinks, demonstrations, sponsored by Triangle Land Conservancy 5:30-8 pm; free The Frontier at RTP 800 Office Park Dr triangleland.org

3/17

RTP 180

Program: Storytelling 5:30-8:30 pm; free The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org/event/january-rtp-180/

3/31 Life Sciences Tech Conference

23rd Annual ISPE-CaSA session 10 am-7 pm Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St ispe-casa.org

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11:30 am-1:30 pm, Fri The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

Entrepreneurs share coffee, ideas and advice 9 am, Wed The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr 1millioncups.com/rtp

RTPfit Cardio

4:45-5:30 pm, Mon The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

RTPfit Core Challenge

11:30 am-12:30 pm, Tue The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

RTPfit Yoga

11:30 am-12:30 pm, Wed The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

RTPfit Muscle Madness

11:30 am-12:30 pm, Thu The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

Fleet Feet Sports Weekly Run Club

5:30 pm, Thu The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

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3/12

‘The Hundred Dresses’

3rd Annual Battalion Bazaar

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5K

3/4-13

Run and walk to benefit Building for America’s Bravest 3 pm (food, music, beer garden) 6 pm (race start) Research Triangle Park Tunnel2towners.org

A musical production from Forest Moon Theater $10 adults, $7 youths (adv) WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

3/11

3/14, 4/11

Art After Hours

Historic Downtown Wake Forest 6-9 pm; free wakeforestdowntown.com

WAKEFIELD, ROLESVILLE, WAKE FOREST

3/11 Triangle Bicycle & Pedestrian Workshop

MAR 3/2, 16

Carolina Puppet Theatre

WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

WFHS JROTC Booster Club benefit Local artisans, crafters, vendors 10 am-4 pm Adm: $2 or canned food item Wake Forest High School gym 420 W Stadium Dr, WF wfhsjrotcbazaar@gmail.com

flix4kidz

10:30 am WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

3/14, 4/11

8:30 am-12 pm Free; open to public WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9513 wakeforestnc.gov

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3 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

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4/12

Carnival for the Kids

Annual Dinner & Award Ceremony

Senior Lifestyle Expo

APR 4/1

4/14-15

Rides, games, food and more; Sponsored by WF Police Dept Tue-Fri, 5-10 pm; Sat, 1-10 pm; Sun, 1-8 pm Free; ride wristbands available Wake Forest Home Depot 11915 Retail Dr, WF 919-761-3132 wakeforestnc.gov

3/17 St. Patrick’s Day Social

10 am-12 pm Northern Wake Senior Center 235 E Holding Ave, WF 919-554-4111 resourcesforseniors.com

3/18 Comfort Food Cook Off III

Benefitting The Shore Grief Center Adults, $25; Teens, $10; 12-under, free Cotton Company 306 S White St, Wake Forest 919-368-6286 theshoregriefcenter.com

Rolesville Chamber of Commerce 6-9 pm; RSVP required Mill Room (in The Factory) 1839 South Main St, WF 919-562-7069 rolesvillechamber.org

First Friday Flix

WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org brightstartheatre.com

4/2 Wake Forest Dirt Day

Get up, get out and get dirty with giant sandbox, gardening tips, demonstrations 10 am-3 pm South White St, WF 919-435-9560 wakeforestnc.gov

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4/4

Easter Egg Hunt

Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony

Hunt for 10K eggs, food vendors, arts and crafts, special prizes; sponsored by WF Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Dept Age 3-under: 10 am Age 4-6: 10:15 am Age 7-9: 10:30 am Age 10-12: 10:45 am Special Needs: 11:30 am E Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd, WF 919-435-9560 wakeforestnc.gov

3/19 The Backsliders In Concert

Rockin’ the Forest Series WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

4/6, 20 Carolina Puppet Theatre

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4/8 Friday Night on White

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Monthly ceremony honoring sacrifices of deceased WF veterans and their families (Richard Maxey in April 2016) 11 am Centennial Plaza, WF 919-327-7887 wakeforestnc.gov

Featuring Magic Pipers Band 6 pm; free Downtown Wake Forest 919-435-9422 wakeforestnc.gov

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Sponsored by Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce Booths, speakers, prizes, more Richland Creek Comm Church 3229 Burlinton Mills Rd, WF 919-556-1519 wakeforestchamber.org

‘Pirate School!

Follow Your Compass

An anti-bullying adventure K-5: $7; Thu-Fri, 10 am; Fri, 7 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

4/16 Recre8 5K

Check-in: 8 am Race: 9:30 am $35 (before 3/31; then $45) Children and adults E. Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd 919-435-9457 ncparkrun.com/#!wake-fores/o1nd3

4/16 Faster Than A Pastor 5K

Benefitting Church NET, Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry 8 am American Legion 225 East Holding Ave, WF www.runnc.com

4/18 WF Children’s Choir Spring Concert

6-7 pm; free WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestrencen.org

4/22-24, 4/29-5/1 HerbFest

Local organic plant vendors, entertainment, food, and music Times TBD; all ages; free 525 S White St, WF 919-570-0350 herbfest.net

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Arbor Day & Tree Seedling Giveaway

11 am-3 pm E Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd, WF 919-435-9560 wakeforestnc.gov

4/24

Monthly ceremony honoring sacrifices of deceased WF veterans and their families (Donald Kroohs in May 2016) 11 am, Centennial Plaza, WF 919-327-7887 wakeforestnc.gov

36th Annual WF Meet in the Street

Free concert series featuring Boneslinger 5 pm; free E Carroll Joyner Park Amphitheater 701 Harris Rd info@wakeforestarts.org wakeforestnc.gov

MAY 5/1

Food, fun, entertainment, sponsored by the WF Area Chamber of Commerce 10 am-5 pm Downtown Wake Forest wakeforestchamber.org

5/8

Six Sundays in Spring

Six Sundays in Spring

Mad Hatters Tea Party & Art Market

5/7

Six Sundays in Spring

5/14

Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony

Free concert series featuring EG Peters Band 5 pm; free E Carroll Joyner Park Amphitheater 701 Harris Rd info@wakeforestarts.org wakeforestnc.gov

Free concert series featuring Affirmative Groove 5 pm; free E Carroll Joyner Park Amphitheater 701 Harris Rd info@wakeforestarts.org wakeforestnc.gov

Hosted by Wake Forest Garden Club Art Market: 10 am-4 pm Tea: 11 am-2 pm WF Historical Museum 414 N Main St, Wake Forest 919-210-3487 wfgardenclub.org

SCHOOL EVENTS MAR 3/2-4 ‘Happy Days’

7 pm Wake Forest High School 420 W Stadium Dr, WF 919-554-8611 wakewakewcpss.net/wakeforesths

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For youths 3 yr to 5th Grade 10 am-3 pm Chesterbrook Academy 10200 Strickland Rd, Raleigh 877-959-4181 cbaelementarynorthraleigh.com

3/10-12 ‘Chicago’

7 pm (Sun, 2 pm , 7 pm) Tickets, $8-$20 Green Hope High School Auditorium 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 greenhopefinearts.org

3/11 Group Tour

9 am Trinity Academy of Raleigh 1024 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

3/12 Open House

For youths 3 yr to 5th Grade 10 am-1 pm Chesterbrook Academy 10200 Strickland Rd, Raleigh 877-959-4181 cbaelementarynorthraleigh.com

3/18 An Evening With the Eagles

Reception and silent auction for school playground improvements at Wakefield Elementary School $30 per person TPC at Wakefield Plantation 919-562-3545 wcpss.net/wakefieldes

3/24 2016 Science Fair & Expo

6-8 pm Morrisville Elementary 1519 Morrisville Pkwy 919-460-3400 morrisvilleyearround.org

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‘To Wake the Dead’

3/22 ‘Showtime’

by GHHS Chorus 7 pm Green Hope High School Auditorium 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 greenhopefinearts.org

APR 4/14-16 ‘Mary Poppins’

7 pm; tickets, $8-$10 Panther Creek High School Auditorium 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 wcpss.net/panthercreekhs

4/14-16 ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

7 pm (Sun, 1:30 pm, 7 pm) Leesville Road High School Auditorium 8410 Pride Way, Raleigh 919-870-4250 schoolwires.wcpss.net/leesvilleroadhs

4/14-16 ‘Pippin’

7 pm Sanderson High School 5500 Dixon Dr, Raleigh sandersonhs.org

4/14-16 ‘Annie Get Your Gun’

7 pm; $5, students, $12, others Millbrook High School 2201 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh 919-850-8787 wcpss.net/millbrookhs

4/14-16 ‘Remains to Be Seen’

Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh 919-562-3600 wcpss.net/wakefieldhs

4/15 Group Tour

4/28-30

Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh 919-562-3600 wcpss.net/wakefieldhs

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS 3/5 3rd Anniversary Party

Live music, DJ, giveaways, more 12 noon-12 midnight Raleigh Brewing Company 3709 Neil St, Raleigh 919-400-9086 raleighbrewingcompany.com

3/3-6 African-American Film Festival

Screenings, forums, discussions The Cary Theater 122 E Chatham St, Cary thecarytheater.com

3/6 A Toast to the Triangle

Food, wine and specialty beers from finest restaurants, caterers; Tammy Lynn Memorial Foundation benefit 6-8:30 pm McCrimmon Center NC State University 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh 919-755-2661 mhartzell@tammylynncenter.org Toast2016.org

3/11-13 ‘Splendid Notions’

By Sacred Swindell; an original Play presented by Longleaf School of the Arts Sonorous Road Theatre 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 sonorousroad.com

9 am Trinity Academy of Raleigh 1024 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

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3/19-20

7th Annual Dig In

‘Grounded’

Nuv Yug India Fest

Hosted by Advocates for Health in Action and Marbles Kids Museum; event explores urban agriculture, community gardens, and edible gardens at schools and care centers 8:30 am-2 pm Marble Kids Museum 201 E. Hargett St, Raleigh 919-834-4040 advocatesforhealthinaction.org

3/18-20 Multiple Choices For The Children Jazz Show

3/12

Boston Butt Cook-Off

By George Brant; directed by Jerome Davis; featuring Michelle Murray Wells Sonorous Road Theatre 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 sonorousroad.com

And Charity Pancake Breakfast; Benefit for Open Door Clinic and Food Bank of Eastern NC 8 am-2 pm; cook-off, $5; breakfast, $8 Ray Price Harley-Davidson 1126 S Saunders St, Raleigh 919-832-2261 kris@rayprice.com

Benefitting Duke Children’s Hospital Reynolds Industries Theater; sponsored

by Nina’s School of Dance Bryan University Center 125 Science Dr, Durham Tickets: $15 919-471-9662 multiplechoicesforthechildren@gmail.com

3/19

All ages; $6-$10 Exposition Center 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh indiafestusa.net

3/26 Woodplay Spring Open House

10 am-5 pm; free Molly the Clown, face painting Woodplay Playsets of the Carolinas 9521 Lumley Road 919-781-6556 www.woodplaync.com

4/2 World Beer Festival

12-4pm, 6-10pm; 21+ $45 in advance, $55 at door NC State Fairgrounds allaboutbeer.com

Raleigh Tamale Festival

844-JOINTNC www.thejoint.com

11am-4:30 pm John Chavis Memorial Park 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd everfest.com

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4/28

‘The Elephant Man’

Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

Mainstage Season Theatre in the Park 107 Pullen Rd, Raleigh 919-831-6058 theatreinthepark.com

4/8-10 Southern Ideal Home Show

More than 300 exhibitors Fri, 11 am-7 pm; Sat, 10 am-8 pm; Sun, 11 am-5 pm Adults, $9; 15-under, free w/adult NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh 800-849-0248 southernidealhomeshow.com

4/9 Live & Local Earth Day on Hillsborough

3 stages; 13 bands; food trucks 2-10 pm; free Compiegne Park, Raleigh hillsboroughstreet.org

4/10 Bull City Food & Beer Experience

4 pm-8 pm; age 21+; $80 DPAC 123 Vivian St, Durham bullcityexperience.com

4/14-17, 22-24 ‘Master Harold …and the Boys’

By Athol Fugard; presented

by Mortall Coile Theatre Co Sonorous Road Theatre 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 sonorousroad.com

4/22-23 Brewgaloo

Friday Pint Night tasting event; food, music, sample craft beers Fri, 6-10 pm, $45; Sat, 2-10pm, $1-5 400 Fayetteville St, Raleigh everfest.com/e/brewgaloo-raleigh-nc

4/23 Wine & Food Festival

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Connecting youth to meaningful work-life experiences TODASTW Foundation 800-676-7780 todastw@mindspring.com daughtersandsonstowork.org

4/30 25th Annual Red Cross Ball

6 pm North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-277-2802 redcross.org/triangleredcrossball

MAY 5/14 Band Together Main Event

Band Together/Kidznotes Partnership Benefit; music by Trampled by Turtles, The Devil Makes Three, competition winners 6 pm Red Hat Amphitheater 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh bandtogethernc.org

5/22 2nd Annual 919 Music Fest

Presented by 919 Magazine and Sponsored by Sir Walter Chevrolet; benefit for American Red Cross, and recognizing 919 first responders; live music from five bands; food trucks; vendors; Kids Zone; beer/wine garden 12-6 pm; all ages Adjacent to 8501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh 919-864-7300 919MusicFest.com

SPECIALS/OTHER MAR/APR Sonorous Road Productions

Acting, voice, theater training and track out camps 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 sonorousroad.com

Parents’ Night Out

Jumping, games, dinner, movie www.919Magazine.com

6-10 pm, Fridays; age 4-12 $20 per child ($15 for sibling) Pump It Up Brier Creek 10700 World Trade Blvd #112 919-828-3344 pumpitupparty.com/raleigh-nc

Chick-fil-A Townridge Square

Check website for specials and community activities 6612 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh 919-571-8480 chickfilatownridgesquare.com

NIGHTLIFE 3/5 3rd Anniversary Party

Live music, DJ, giveaways, more 12 noon-12 midnight Raleigh Brewing Company 3709 Neil St, Raleigh 919-400-9086 raleighbrewingcompany.com

3/17 Authentic Irish Experience

Outside party with a festival of music, food and drinks 4-9 pm Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant Brierdale Shopping Center 10370 Moncreiffe Rd, Ste 109 Raleigh (Brier Creek) 919-544-4141 traliirishpub.com

3/17 St. Patty’s Day Authentic Irish

Inside party with live Irish music, food and drinks 4 pm until late Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant 3107 Grace Park Dr Morrisville 919-651-9083 traliirishpub.com

MAR/APR Wine 101

Wine Tastings: Fridays, 5-7 pm Saturdays, 2-5 pm Raleigh: 5910 Duraleigh Rd 919-758-8740 Wake Forest: 3325 Rogers Rd 919-453-1555 wine101nc.com

Raleigh Brewing Company Tours: 3 pm, 1st & 2nd Sat

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Live Music: Check website Tap Room: Opens 12 pm daily 3709 Neil St, Raleigh 919-400-9086 raleighbrewingcompany.com

Weekday Open Jumps

Viva DF

Featuring more than 80 tequilas 4075 Davis Dr, Morrisville 919-467-2627 vivadf.com

Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant

REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS

Weekend brunch; live music; special events Brier Creek 10370 Moncreiffe Rd, Raleigh 919-544-4141 Morrisville 3107 Grace Park Dr, Morrisville 919-651-9083 traliirishpub.com

3/1 Summer Camp Registration Begins

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES

CFCC Summer Camp Registration Opens

Fan Fest

Batting practice, play catch on field; meet Wool E. Bull; brewery tours; and more 11 am-2 pm; free Durham Bulls Athletic Park Downtown Durham 919-687-6500 milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t234

Jr Firefighter Camp Registration Opens

Carolina Sled Classic

Free; open to public Fri, 5:45 pm; Sat, 2 pm; Sun, 8 am Polar Ice House, The Factory 1839 S Main St, WF 919-435-9563 trianglespecialhockeyassociation.org

Wake County Senior Games Registration Ends

MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Competition

Winners advance to Sectionals 9:30 am Age 7-14; four divisions; free Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

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3/12

Age 3-9th Grade; 6/13-8/19 Various groups, pricing Cedar Fork Community Center 1050B Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7110 townofmorrisville.org

3/2

3/11-13

A variety of weekly camps on acting, voice, theater training and more; discounts thru 3/15 Sonorous Road Productions 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 sonorousroad.com

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3/4-5

Mon, Wed, Fri: 10 am-4 pm; Tue,Thu: 10 am-8 pm $8 per child ($6 for siblings) Pump It Up Brier Creek 10700 World Trade Blvd #112 919-828-3344 pumpitupparty.com/raleigh-nc

Arts, sports, and literary Competition for age 55-up, 3/31-4/29 at various locations 919-469-4081 wcseniorgames.org

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MAR 3/5 Chase the Cure 5K

Benefit for American Cancer Society 8:30 am; $30 per runner Brier Creek Country Club 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh 919-206-4693 afleming@tollbrothers.com runnc.com

3/5 Dog Days 5K, 2M Dog Walk

NC State Faculty Club 4200 Hillsborough St, Raleigh runnc.com

3/12 Brierdale Ale Trail 5K

Benefit for Teen Cancer America and Lung Transplant Foundation 8 am Brierdale Shopping Center brierdalealetrail5k.racesonline.com

3/12 Sola Hot Mini 5K

Benefitting U.S. Military Veterans Foundation Sola Coffee Café 7705 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh www.runnc.com

3/13 Tobacco Road Marathon & Half Marathon

Benefitting Wounded Warrior Project, American Red Cross, Triangle Rails to Trials Conservancy and JDRF USA Baseball, Cary Green Hope School Rd, Hilliard Forest www.tobaccoroadmarathon.com

3/19 St. Paddy’s Run Green 8K

Summer Camp Enrollment

WALKS, RACES, RIDES, GOLF

For youths 3 yr to 5th Grade Chesterbrook Academy 10200 Strickland Rd, Raleigh 877-959-4181 cbaelementarynorthraleigh.com www.919Magazine.com

Benefitting nOg Run Club Charity Organization 10:30 am (Kilt Run, 9:30 am) Raleigh Beer Garden 614 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh info@nogrunclub.com www.nogrunclub.com

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APR 4/3 Kaleidoscope Charter 5K

Kaleidoscope Charter High School benefit 8 am, registration; 9 am, start Indian Creek Park 101 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-694-7030 kaleidoscopehighschool.org

4/16 2016 Walk, Run, Bike for Umstead

Benefit for The Umstead Coalition 8 am; multiple age categories William B. Umstead State Park Umsteadcoalition.org/events

4/16 Recre8 5K

Check-in: 8 am Race: 9:30 am $35 (before 3/31; then $45) Children and adults E. Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd 919-435-9457 ncparkrun.com/#!wake-fores/o1nd3

4/16 Faster Than A Pastor 5K

Benefitting Church NET, Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry 8 am American Legion 225 East Holding Ave, WF www.runnc.com

4/23 SecondEmpire 5K Run Walk

16th annual even benefits Trinity Academy of Raleigh 9 am Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 Trinityacademy.com

4/24 Stampede 5K

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2 pm Benefitting Morrisville Elementary PTA 1519 Morrisville Pkwy morrisvillepta.org

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Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival

10 am City Plaza in downtown Raleigh 400 Fayetteville St raleighstpats.org

3/12

Hibernian’s St. Paddy’s Festival

Shop Local Raleigh benefit Live music, food, Irish dancers; FREE 300 block, Glenwood South 311 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh 919-833-2258 hibernianpub.com

4/30 Socks & Undie 5K Rundie

Benefit for Note in the Pocket Kids Fun Run: 8:30 am 5K: 9 am Dorothea Dix Haywood Gym 805 Whiteside Dr, Raleigh noteinthepocket.org

OTHER 5/16 ACHC Charity Golf Tournament

Benefit for Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, Big Brothers Big Sisters Brier Creek Country Club Achcgolf.com

5/21 Run for Peace and Walk for Wellness

Benefitting the David J McBriar Endowment Fund for Justice and Peace 8 am St. Francis of Assisi 11401 Leesville Rd, Raleigh stfrancisraleigh.org/run-for-peace/

9/10 Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5K

Run and walk to benefit Building for America’s Bravest 3 pm (food, music, beer garden) 6 pm (race start) Research Triangle Park Tunnel2towners.org www.919Magazine.com

Brierdale Ale Trail 5K Run

Benefit for Teen Cancer America, Lung Transplant Foundation; sponsored by Trali Irish Pub 8 am Brierdale Shopping Center 10400 Moncreiffe Rd, Raleigh brierdalealetrail5k.racesonline.com

3/17

Authentic Irish Experience

Outside party with a festival of music, food and drinks 4-9 pm Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant

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NC Primary Election Early voting begins

3/12

NC Primary Election Early voting ends, 1 pm

3/13

Daylight Savings Time Move clocks ahead 1 hour

3/15

Primary Election Day

Polls open 6:30 am-7:30 pm

3/20

Spring Equinox First day of spring

3/25

Good Friday

3/27

Easter

3/28-4/1

Spring Break

Wake County Public Schools

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Earth Day

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Brierdale Shopping Center 10370 Moncreiffe Rd, Ste 109 Raleigh (Brier Creek) 919-544-4141 traliirishpub.com

919-878-8828 saintsandscholarspub.com

3/17

Senior St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon

3/17

St. Patrick’s Day Social

10 am-12 pm Northern Wake Senior Center 235 E Holding Ave, WF 919-554-4111 resourcesforseniors.com

3/17

Doherty’s Cary

3/17

St. Patty’s Day Authentic Irish

11:30 am-12-45 pm; age 55-up $3 fee; pre-registration required Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7110 townofmorrisville.org

Inside party with live Irish music, food and drinks 4 pm until late Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant 3107 Grace Park Dr Morrisville 919-651-9083 traliirishpub.com

12 pm, live Irish music with Tom Neuhauser; 5 pm, Irish Dancers; 6:30 pm, live bag pipes with Robert White; 7 pm, live Irish music, Two Times Around 919-388-9930 dohertysirishpubnc.com

3/17

Doherty’s Apex

3/17

St. Patty’s Day Celebration 6 pm-12 am; live music Saints and Scholars Pub 909 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh

12 pm, live Irish music with Two Times Around; 5 pm, Irish Dancers; 5:30 pm, live bag pipes with Robert White; 7 pm, live Irish music with Tom Neuhauser 919-387-4100

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3/17

Bull McCabes

Live music, Irish dancers, bag pipers 427 W Main St, Durham 919-682-3061 bullmccabesirishpub.com

3/19

Patty on the Green Festival

12 pm-5 pm Live music and Irish dancing Lafayette Village Raleigh 8450 Honeycutt Rd 919-714-7447 lafayettevillageraleigh.com

3/19

St. Paddy’s Run

Green 8K Benefitting nOg Run Club Charity Organization 10:30 am (Kilt Run, 9:30 am) Raleigh Beer Garden 614 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh info@nogrunclub.com nogrunclub.com

EASTER EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 3/19

9:30 am Easter Egg hunt, prizes just for dogs Ashley Wilder Dog Park Knightdale Station Park 810 North First Avenue www.knightdalenc.gov

3/19

Knightdale Easter Eggstrordinaire

10 am-12:30 pm Easter Egg Hunts for ages 0-3, 4-5, and 6-8; photos with Easter Bunny; music, food, more Knightdale Station Park 810 N 1st Ave www.knightdalenc.gov

Hunt for 10K eggs, food vendors, arts and crafts, special prizes; sponsored by WF Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Dept Age 3-under: 10 am Age 4-6: 10:15 am Age 7-9: 10:30 am Age 10-12: 10:45 am Special Needs: 11:30 am E Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd, WF 919-435-9560 wakeforestnc.gov

Brier Creek Egg Hunt

10 am; age 10-under; free Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

3/19

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Basket Ride

10 am-12 pm; free; age 2-8 Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Parkway 919-463-4110 townofmorrisville.org

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Easter Egg Hunt

Paws in the Park Easter Egg Hunt

3/19

Sponsored by Ray Price Harley-Davidson to benefit Oxford Orphanage 9 am; $20 1126 S Saunders St, Raleigh rayprice.com www.919Magazine.com

Millbrook Egg Hunt

Age 10-under; free; 10 am Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 parks.raleighnc.gov

3/19

Easter Egg Hunt

9:30 am-2:30 pm Easter Bunny, entertainment, more For youths 10-younger Egg Hunts at 10 am, 1 pm Fred G Bond Metro Park 801 High House Road 919-469-4100 www.townofcary.org

3/24

The Great Carrot Caper

Bunny-themed games and art 11 am-12 pm; age 1-5; $10 fee Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Brier Creek Works For Meyers Family With Three Businesses in the Commons, Couple Thanks Community for Success

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Both Christie and Kris Meyers grew up in families that had entrepreneurial experience, so it seems only natural that what brought them to the Brier Creek area was the opportunity to open their own small business.

“We had wanted to do something like that. We were both working in corporate IT jobs and were just not passionate about it,” said Christie. “We decided to pursue a Massage Envy franchise because we loved the concept and, of course, getting massages.”

As a result of visiting her parents in North Carolina, Christie and Kris thought the then-new Brier Creek Commons shopping center was the perfect location for their new venture.

So shortly after their wedding in 2007, Christie began the Massage Envy training program. “Then I moved to Raleigh a week after the training and lived with my parents. About a month or two later, Kris got an IT job in Raleigh and moved in with my parents too,” she explained.

“We spent our honeymoon year living with my parents and had a great time.”

Finally, after about a year, the couple was able to sell their house in Arizona and bought their own townhouse in Brier Creek. A year after that, their son Chase joined them. When daughter Kennedy arrived a few years later, the Meyers moved to a larger home in Cary – but Christie continues to sing the praises of Brier Creek.

“Brier Creek is a beautiful area with lots of shopping and restaurants and fun things to do. It appeals to all ages and is always busy,” Christie said. “The community of guests in Brier Creek has been amazingly welcoming from the beginning. We have several members at Massage Envy that have been with us since 2007 when we opened! Guests’ loyalty to our businesses allow our associates to get to know them well and they become more like friends than guests.”

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‘We are thankful to the Brier Creek community for embracing our businesses.’

ChrISTIE MEYERS Brier Creek Business Owner

Meyers Family Profile PARENTS: RESIDENCE: CHILDREN: PARENTS’ PROFESSION: PETS: INTERESTS:

Christie, Kristofer Meyers Brier Creek (4 years); Cameron Pond, Cary (current) Chase, 6 (Mills Park Elementary); Kennedy, 2 Entreprenuers Daisey (dog) Working out, baseball, Lake Gaston

other European Wax Center franchises – one at Southpoint in Durham and one at Friendly Center in Greensboro – and serve as the franchise’s Area Developer for North Carolina.

And, now, the Meyers are opening their third business in Brier Creek Commons: Cyclebar Premium Indoor Cycling.

“Cyclebar is opening across the park-

ing lot from BJs in the old Radio Shack space. We will be opening in mid-April and will do three weeks of free rides when we first open,” said Christie, noting that cycling is a great cardio workout that burns tons of calories, but is easy on knees and joints. “It’s easy for all fitness levels to adjust the workout to their ability and comfort levels. We also will have a live DJ spinning during some rides and

we have TV screens to show videos and workout stats while you ride.”

Christie said she and Kris and were really drawn to Cyclebar because of its corporate CycleGiving program. “During the hours when we are not having rides, we will have charity rides,” she said. “Each Cyclebar location aims to earn $350,000 in charitable donations per year!”

Kris, originally from Naperville, IL, got his degree from MacMurray College.

Christie grew up in Essex, Vermont and attended Bryant University in Rhode Island and the University of Virginia for her Masters. They soon will celebrate their ninth wedding anniversary, after meeting on Match.com. When not busy with businesses and family, Kris coaches their son’s baseball team and Christie works out and volunteers at their son’s school. They also enjoy family walks

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The Meyers attribute their business success to two factors. “First, we are thankful to the Brier Creek community for embracing our businesses. We hope to one day move back and become more involved with the community,” Christie said. “We also attribute our success to making our businesses a place where our associates are proud to work, and happy to be there and feel appreciated. We also strive to have great customer service and feel that happens naturally when the associates are happy at work.”

Massage Envy Brier Creek is located at 8201 Brier Creek Parkway #105 in Raleigh. For information, call 919-806-3689 or visit massageenvy.com/clinics/NC/Brier-Creek.aspx. European Wax Center is located at 8201 Brier Creek Parkway #103 in Raleigh. For information, call 919-806-5929 or visit waxcenter.com/nc-raleighbrier-creek. Cyclebar will open in mid-April at 5741 Brier Creek Parkway. For information, visit briercreek.cyclebar.com.

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It’s What’s on the Inside That Counts

Parents See More Than Just Dancing Talent in Daughters

by G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

When Jenny Mobed won at two regional dance conferences last year and qualified for the national competition in New York City, her parents made their plans for a family summer vacation together in the Big Apple.

But things didn’t work out as planned – and that was a good thing.

“We then went to the West Coast Dance Explosion and Jenny’s little sister, Audrey, won – qualifying her for nationals as well,” said Janice Mobed, the girls’ mother. “We looked at the location and dates and the girls’ nationals were the exact same week, but in two different cities! We had already made 28

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arrangements for Jenny, so we decided to divide and conquer.

My husband, Jamshed, would take Jenny to New York for the Dance Award Nationals; and I would head to Las Vegas with Audrey for the WCDE Nationals.”

It was tough being apart, but Janice said she was thankful for the digital live stream so she could still watch Jenny live at her New York competition. “The girls learned from amazing teachers and made friendships that will last a lifetime,” she said.

Jenny – a 15-year-old sophomore at Panther Creek High School – said she loved attending Nationals and being inspired by the teachers and other dancers. “I am still in touch with the

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friends with the dancers I met and we may cross paths again one day,” she said, noting that her competitions continued into 2016. “This year I won the ‘Triple Threat’ Scholarship at NYCDA in Nashville and at NYCDA in Baltimore.”

For Jenny, it all started when she was 18 months old and taking Fancy Feet.

“I enjoyed it so much that I signed up for classes at the studio and now have ballet and pointe at least five times a week and jazz at least three times a week – plus competition rehearsals,” she said.

Dancing at Carolina Dance Center in North Raleigh, Jenny works with several teachers and guest choreographers.

“Dance is a great way to take my mind off of school and help me deal with stress,” Jenny said. “I am also constantly inspired by other dancers. They motivate me to work harder and be the best dancer I can be.”

Audrey also dances at Carolina Dance Center. “I enjoy learning a variety of dance styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, and contemporary, forming friendships, and traveling to conferences to compete,” said Audrey, 11 years old and a 6th Grader at Mills Park Middle School. “Tap is my favorite genre and I am competing at regional conferences in a tap group piece, duet and solo. I won 1st place junior tap solo at NRG.” She truly enjoyed her trip to Nationals in Las Vegas as well. “I enjoyed making new friends and met one dancer in Las Vegas from Maine who I hung out with the whole week,” she said. “It was so nice to have a friend because I was the only dancer from my studio. And she came to North Carolina to visit!”

As busy as both girls are with dance, they are quite well rounded according to their mother Janice.

Jenny’s favorite subject in school is social studies, and she finds psychology “fascinating and eye opening.” A straight A student, she is involved in church and hopes to one day work in the medical field – though she confirms dance always will be a part of her life in some capacity.

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optimistic girl who has a smile that is infectious. She is a humble and unassuming young lady with a positive attitude and is always willing to help others,” her mother said, adding that she has an amazing work ethic and balances her very busy dance schedule with academics. “She is incredibly diligent and when there’s homework, an upcoming test or project, she focuses on it from the moment it’s assigned until it’s complete.”

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band and plays hand bells in a youth group.

“Audrey is an energetic and funloving girl with a large circle of friends.

She is very kind and sensitive and would do anything to help someone else,” her mother said. “She has an amazing sense of humor and keeps us all laughing.”

Janice explained that she and her husband are impressed by much more than their daughters’ dancing talents.

“We are incredibly proud of both girls for many reasons,” she said. “But most importantly for being who they are on the inside.”

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Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant

A True Slice

of Ireland Chef Eamonn’s Authentic Creations Highlight True Irish Country Cooking Special to 919 Magazine

Born to a dairy farming family in Galway, Ireland, Chef Eamonn Kelly learned his culinary skills in the timehonored way: Watching his mother prepare the family meals.

Neither recipes nor measuring cups were ever used, just the knowledge gently imparted from her own mother and down to her from generations past in Ireland’s rural west.

That early education was formalized at culinary school in Galway and practical gained at McSwiggan’s famous Pub & Restaurant in Galway City. More than 20 years ago he crossed the Atlantic, initially to Boston and then to New York – further developing his craft at restaurants in both cities. The experience of many different cultures and ethnic foods added breadth to his approach and range of cooking.

After a long stint at Molly D’Arcy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in Connecticut, where Eamonn met his wife Jaqueline, he moved to North Carolina in 2008 and became (as far as we know) the only practicing Irish Chef in the Triangle.

And in 2010 he became partner as well as Head Chef at Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant in Brier Creek. “It was a pivotal moment for us,” said co-owner Martin Mahon.

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Chef Eamonn Kelly of Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant

Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant Tra’Li has been well established in Brier Creek for more than eight years now and is a favorite meeting spot for friends, colleagues and business associates. Known as a good place to enjoy conversation and relax, enjoy good hearty food or choose from a selection of craft beers – it is recognized for its atmosphere, good humor and warmth, and has taken a place at the heart of the Brier Creek community.

After careful thought, Grace Park in Morrisville was chosen for the next Tra’Li. In just under a year it has gathered a loyal group of regulars and is taking on the atmosphere of the pub at the heart of a community. Serving up the tried and tested menu staples such as Shepherds Pie and Fish & Chips, it also SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

has some unique variations on the traditional Irish dish, Boxty – introducing it to many appreciative customers.

The design and appearance of the pub was all created in Ireland, built and installed by Irish craftsmen to be a faithful reproduction of an urban Irish pub of the 19th century. The most interesting finishing touch to the pub was the incredible stained glass created by Master Craftsman Paddy McDonnell of Belfast (now a resident in Apex, NC) and the joinery work of Michael McCarthy of Cork (now a resident in Wake Forest), who framed the glass magnificently.

Both Tra’Li locations are enthusiastic supporters of the 3 Jewels Irish Farm project and aim to help the project succeed in any way possible.

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important for our authenticity as a truly Irish business,” Mahon said.

The resulting menu consists of the honest Irish favorites you would predict, expanded by many exciting alternatives. Dishes such as Boxty, a savory potato cake that was a staple of the Irish Midlands in the 19th century, have been adapted with a variety of tasty toppings to become a specialty at Tra’Li – even winning an award last year.

Coming from an agricultural family and with roots deep in the rich soil of County Galway, Eamonn has an empathy with farming and has enthusiastically gone about sourcing local North Carolina ingredients where opportunity arises. Pork from Heritage Farms in Seven Springs, NC and Brie cheese from Chapel Hill Creamery are just two examples.

Tra’Li has a seasonal menu that changes every six weeks to reflect the time of year and the local produce available. It also has a unique lunch offering: “The Carvery,” which is commonplace at the better eateries in Ireland. It involves freshly cooked joints of meat and vegetables served piping hot and quickly from the carving table every weekday lunchtime from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thanks to Chef Eamonn’s influence, Tra’Li can confidently offer “A true slice of Ireland.”

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Chase the Cure Scheduled At Brier Creek Country Club

Babysitting Certification Course At Brier Creek Community Center

This year’s Chase the Cure 5K is at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, at Brier Creek Country Club.

Registration for the event – a benefit for the American Cancer Society – is $30 per runner.

Registration is available at runnc.com.

Want to get a job babysitting in the neighborhood? Start with Brier Creek Community Center’s Babysitter Certification 101 program in April.

For individuals age 11-18, the 4-hour course begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 23, and provides information needed for effective babysitting – including certification for completing the course.

Instructed by Tetnika Williamson, the session covers such topics as general care of baby, toddler and older children – plus health and safety skills, such as managing choking and providing rescue breathing.

Cost of the course is $60, plus $5 for supplies.

For additional information or to volunteer, contact Adrian Fleming at 919-206-4693 or afleming@tollbrothers.com.

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Brier Creek Community Center is located at 10810 Globe Road. For more information, call 919-420-2340 or visit parks. raleighnc.gov.

Tra’Li Irish Pub Planning Authentic Irish Experience The vacant lot in Durham where Habitat for Humanity plans to build home

All Saints’ United Methodist Church – working with Habitat for Humanity of Durham – is constructing a new house for a local family, and invites local residents to assist and participate.

All Saints’, which meets at 10:30 a.m. Sundays at Brier Creek Community Center until its new sanctuary is completed nearby on Page Road, welcomes anyone over 16 years old to assist in building the home. A single mom and her 3-year-old son will purchase the house at East Main Street and North Main Street in Durham when it is completed.

The local church’s participation begins in late February and continues through March 26. No particular skills or trade is necessary, as jobs are open for everyone.

To participate, register on the Habitat for Humanity website at http://bit.ly/ASUMCFindingHomePage. The All Saints’ event is Feb. 27 to March 26 New Construction with Jesus.

For information on All Saints’ United Methodist Church, call 919-321-2648, email info@allsaintsumc.org, or visit allsaintsumc.org.

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Tra’Li Irish Pub and Restaurant plans an Authentic Irish Experience at 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 17, at its Brier Creek location in Brierdale Shopping Center.

The annual event again features an outside party, featuring a festival of live Irish music, entertainment, food, drinks and fun.

Tra’Li irish Pub is located at 10370 Moncreiffe Road, Suite 109 in North Raleigh.

For more information, call 919-644-4141 or visit traliirishpub.com.

Short Takes

Mark Parker was installed as president of the Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors at a special inaugural ball at Brier Creek Country Club…Johnny Carino’s restaurant in Brier Creek Commons closed in early 2016…Positalia Italian Eatery is opening soon in Brier Creek Commons, in the former Kay’s Jewelry location at 8211 Brier Creek Pkwy #107. The unique concept currently has one restaurant, at Mayfaire in Wilmington…Ever crave a delicious cupcake while headed to the beach? Well, thanks for Maury Cole and Marina Lee – owners of Gigi’s Cupcakes Brier Creek – customers can take care of that craving. They’ve opened Gigi’s Cupcakes Wilmington at 336 S. College Road…Rise Biscuits and Donuts is opening soon in the former Elevation Burger location at 8301 Brier Creek Parkway in Brier Creek Commons.

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New Cyclebar Premium Indoor Cycling Opening in Brier Creek

Sports HQ Offers Innovative, Unique Youth Sports Camps

Cyclebar Premium Indoor Cycling is coming soon to Brier Creek.

Promising to unite riders of all ages and fitness levels by creating a multi-sensory journey, sessions are led by high-energy CycleStar instructors and fueled by pumping playlists in the state-of-the-art CycleTheatre.

No membership is necessary and easy online booking for sessions is available. Amenities include free towels, showers, lockers, shoes and more.

Cycleb ar is located at 5741 Brier Creek Parkway in Brier Creek Commons (in the space previously occupied by Radio Shack, across from BJ’s).

Sports HQ Training Professionals now offers innovative, comprehensive and customized sports camps in the Triangle.

Scheduled at the Triangle Volleyball Club — located at 9301 Globe Center Drive, Suite 140, in Morrisville/Brier Creek — the camps provide a 12:1 camper-to-staff ratio, performance training, alternating activities changing every 45 minutes, and a structured and energetic atmosphere.

The camps are open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily for youths age 5 to 13 (with early drop off and late pickup available).

Pricing is $50 for a full day, and $40 for a half-day (9 a.m. to 2:30 pm., or 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.), or $195 per week for full days and $175 per week for half days. A 15 percent off discount is available by using the code: 919 Magazine.

For more information, visit briercreek.cyclebar.com. Opening is expected in late March or early April.

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Brier Creek Commons Joins Read Across America Event

Sonorous Road Offers Summer Camp Registration Discounts

Brier Creek Commons plans a Read Across America Celebration at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, at Clocktower Plaza.

A variety of events and activities are planned as part of the celebration, designed to motivate children and teens to read.

Sponsored nationally by the National Education Association, Read Across America began in 1998 and coincides with the birthday of Dr. Seuss, an American writer best known for writing children’s books.

Sonorous Road Productions – the Triangle’s newest film and theatre arts studio for emerging artists – offers a special discount for Summer Camp registration through March 15, with the normal $25 fee reduced to only $1.

Brier Creek Commons is located on Brier Creek Parkway, between Glenwood Avenue and Lumley Drive in North Raleigh. For more information on the event, visit shopbriercreekcommons.com.

A Brier Creek Tradition: The Annual Egg Hunt!

It’s become a tradition in the Brier Creek neighborhood: The annual Brier Creek Community Center Egg Hunt.

This year, the free event begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, with special pre-hunt activities. The big plastic-egg (filled with prizes and treats) hunt begins 11 a.m. for youths age 10 and under, with several age categories.

For more information, call 919-420-2340 or visit parks. raleighnc.gov.

Brier Creek Community Center is located at 10810 Globe Road, adjacent to Brier Creek Elementary School. The hunt occurs on the park fields.

Wine & Beer 101 Among Sponsors for Sept. 10 5K Wine & Beer 101 is among the sponsors for the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5K Run and Walk planned for 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10 in Research Triangle Park.

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Camp offerings for 2016 include:

• Acting for Film & Theatre for Elementary School

• Acting & Creative Play for Elementary School

• Acting for Film High School

• Filmmaking

• Theatre Production Camps cost $225 per full-time week (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.), with extended care available and discounts available for siblings and multi-week registrations). And for parents looking for long-term options, a special payment plan is available when registering for three or more camps.

Most summer camp classes occur at Sonorous Road in Raleigh, though a few special camps are planned at Cary Academy.

Sonorous Road’s regular weekly classes continue through early June. Offerings for adults, teens, and children include Acting, Filmmaking, Theatre & Film Production, and more. In addition, Track Out Camps – with early arrival and late stay available – are available throughout the school year.

Complete listings and brochures on summer camps, trackout camps and weekly classes are available at sonorousroad.com.

Sonorous Road Productions also offers several productions throughout the year.

Additional information is available at 919-803-3798 or staff@sonorousroad.com.

for America’s Bravest (ourbravest.org).

Food trucks are planned, along with music and a beer garden beginning at 3 p.m.

For information on the event and registration, visit tunnel2towers.org. Wine & Beer 101 is located at 5910 Duraleigh Road in North Raleigh and 3325-104 Rogers Road in Wake Forest. To contact, call 919-758-8740 or visit wine101nc.com.

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Brierdale Ale Trail 5K Set For March 12 in Brier Creek

The first Brierdale Ale Trail is planned for 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 12, at the Brierdale Shopping Center in Brier Creek – and will benefit Teen Cancer America and the Lung Transplant Foundation.

Sponsored by Tra’Li Irish Pub and Restaurant, Reflections Dental, Tasu, EarthFare, American Asset Corporation, LoneRider Brewing and Brierdale Shopping Center, the race provides each participant (age 21 and older) a free special LoneRider Brewing Brierdale Ale Trail 5K beer.

Registration is $25 through Feb. 12, then $30 through March 11, and $35 on race day. Packet pickup will be 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 11, at Dicks Sporting Goods at 8021 Brier Creek Parkway, Suite 100. Race day packet pickup

is 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. at TraLi Irish Pub in Brierdale Shopping Center.

Awards go to top three overall males and females, top Masters male and female, and the top three male and female runners in several age categories.

Teen Cancer America partners with hospitals throughout the U.S. to develop specialized facilities and services for teens and young adults with cancer. The Lung Transplant Foundation was founded in 2009 to promote and fund research to improve the post lung transplant experience for individuals.

WoodPlay Playsets Planning Spring Open House on May 26

Annual Blo Salon Cut-A-Thon Scheduled April 3 in Brier Creek

For more information or to register, visit brierdalealetrail5k. racesonline.com.

Hair stylists at Blo Salon in Brier Creek will work in shifts over 24 hours on Sunday, April 3 for charity.

The 9th Annual SNIP, SNIP, GIVE 24-Hour Cut-A-Thon is 8 a.m. on Sunday through 8 a.m. on Monday. For a donation, the award-winning Blo design team will provide haircuts — with all money raised going to charity.

Blo is located at 8451 Brier Creek Parkway in Brier Creek Commons.

Woodplay Playsets of the Carolinas — located at 9521 Lumley Road — plans its annual Spring Open House at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 26.

Not only will all playsets be available for 30 percent off, but visitors can enjoy free face painting and visits with Molly the Clown.

With spring arriving with beautiful weather and warm temperatures, outdoor play is a great way for kids to embrace the beauty of nature and enhance their creativity, confidence and team-building skills. And Woodplay facilitates that opportunity with quality wooden playlets.

For more information on the event or the playsets, call 919781-6556 or visit woodplaync.com.

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For more information or to make appointments, call 919-4848600; or visit justblo.com.

Table Tennis Open Play Fridays At Brier Creek Community Center Table Tennis Brier Creek continues at Brier Creek Community Center.

All ages above 18 are welcome and encouraged to participate. Instructed by Jim McQueen, the open play sessions are 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays.

Fee is $5, with multi-day passes available. USATT-afflicated tournaments are also held throughout the year.

For information, call 919-420-2340. Brier Creek Community Center is located at 10810 Globe Road, attached to Brier Creek Elementary School.

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City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services 20152016 Youth Basketball Leagues wrapped up tournament play in late February and early March at various locations throughout the community. Among the facilities hosting seasonal games for various age groups of participants was the Brier Creek Community Center.

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Wine and Beer 101 in North Raleigh recently opened its new Beer Library, which features an extensive selection of more than 500 beers. For more information on Wine and Beer 101 — located at 5910-141 Duraleigh Road — call 919-758-8740 or visit wine101.com.

Creekside at Bethpage, Brier Creek’s newest active adult community, recently held its grand opening – with more than 500 guests enjoyed live music by Bounce, lunch from Shucker’s, a Zumba demonstration, time in the TapSnap photo booth and the opportunity to tour eight new model homes.

The new development offers adults 55 and older the option to choose from 14 well-organized, ranch home plans from 1,320 to 2,600 sq. ft. in size, with base home prices ranging from approximately $242,000 to $390,000. The sales center is open at 3500 Page Road. For more information, call 919-626-3500 or visit creeksideatbethpage.com.

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LINDA CRAFT 30TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Linda Craft & Team Realtors recently celebrated their 30th Anniversary at the Brier Creek Country Club. Guests enjoyed appetizers and a prime rib carving station, drinks, live entertainment and more. The real surprise was a towering cake designed to represent a commercial building and to compliment the introduction of the company’s newest division: Craft Commercial and the new president, Sonya Wagner. Craft thanked the audience for their support over the past 30 years and told them to get ready -- there are more great things to come.

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by ADRIAN FLEMING Special to 919 Magazine

There is an app for everything now, so how do you begin to pick which app is best for you (and your precious storage on your phone)?

I have tried many mobile apps throughout the years, and wanted to share my top six favorites with you! These apps can simplify your life when it comes to attaining your health and fitness goals: • MyFitnessPal (Free): The days of flipping through a book to find nutrition information is over. The MyFitnessPal app is easy to use, informative, and free.

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other activities such as biking, skating, walking, skiing, etc.

You will have a variety of different training plans to choose from or simply hit “free run” and get going.

• Spotify Premium ($9.99 monthly): Spotify recently enhanced its workout features to fit your tempo and mood. The running feature finds your running tempo and plays songs to keep you at that pace.

• FitBit: As a fitness professional, I assumed I did enough daily activity through teaching group exercise classes, workouts, and personal training. However, out of curiosity I bought a Fitbit to see exactly how much I was getting. To my surprise, the “off” days were very inactive. So inactive actually, that I changed the days I worked out based on my FitBit feedback.

• Calm ($9.99): Calm is a new application for me, as well as a new habit I’m trying to incorporate in my life. Slowly, meditation is getting the credit it deserves. Calm will take you through a guided meditation to breathe easier, release anxiety, and simply bring calmness to your life.

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Wedding Stress Making You Crazy?

by DR. CINNAMON CLAUDIO, DC, CCSP Special to 919 Magazine

Weddings can be very stressful, especially for the lovely bride.

Stress can affect people physically and emotionally. With so many things to plan and get done, there is the added stress of getting into shape. Many brides attempt to lose weight in a short amount of time. By overtraining and not eating properly, you could easily cause an injury…and added stress.

Luckily, there are many natural ways that can help the beautiful bride-to-be relax and spend more time enjoying the thought of the wedding, instead of worrying about it:

• Yoga and meditation have enormous health benefits and stress-relief is just one of them. It can help to boost your immune system, which makes you feel healthier both emotionally and physically.

• Chiropractic care will help your body function better to deal with the added stress. As the day draws near,

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even help with alleviating your foot pain caused by those

heels you have to wear on your special day.

• Listening to music is a great way to decrease your stress

levels. Have you ever noticed that you cheer up a little

after hearing your favorite song after being upset? Music

can also be incredibly powerful in boosting your emo

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919 | PERSONALITY PROFILE Anyone out and about in the 919 likely has seen the Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums – even if they don’t know exactly who they are and what they do, other than the music.

In fact, “Raleigh Pipe Band” does a lot – and may just be the busiest musical group in the region.

“Since our formation in 2006, members of the band have participated in numerous city functions, including police and fire graduation and award services, City Council ceremonies – and other stately events hosted by the City of Oaks,” said Joseph Brady, director and founding member of the non-profit group. “We’re privileged to be in service to North Carolina’s Capital City – our home town.”

Joseph Brady Profile AVOCATION: Director and Founding Member, Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums PROFESSION: Business Development Director, Federal Signal Corp.; retired police officer (20 years, Chicago) AGE: 43 RESIDENCE: Clayton FAMILY: Wife, Dr. Chris Ann Brady EDUCATION: BS Criminal Justice, Illinois State University

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Essentially, Raleigh Pipe Band provides a distinguishing tribute for fallen comrades and service to the families of public safety employees of the Raleigh region and across North Carolina, and strengthens relations between the protective services and the public. In addition, the organization works to preserve cultural heritage and enrich the community by providing the highest tradition of bagpipe and drum music.

“Simply put, ‘For our Fallen’ is everything we stand for,” said Brady. “Our members – ranging in age from 10 to 70 years – are police officers, lawyers, engineers, students, machinists, doctors, to name but a few, and all are tremendous individuals who share the common goal of being a successful and competitive pipe band.”

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Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums YEAR STARTED: 2006 DIRECTOR: Joe Brady PURPOSE: Provide a distinguishing tribute for fallen comrades and to be in service to the families of public safety employees of the Raleigh region and across North Carolina, and strengthen relations between the protective services and the public – while preserving cultural heritage and enriching our community by providing the highest tradition of bagpipe and drum music.

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that also inspires them.

“We are dedicated to improving all aspects of bagpipe and drum music,” Brady explained. “The tradition of bagpipes played at fire and police department funerals in the U.S. goes back over 150 years. When the Irish and Scottish immigrated to this country, they brought many of their traditions with them, and one of these was the bagpipe. The music of the pipes and drums breathe a sense of passion and pride to all those who hear it.”

Brady, a retired Chicago police officer, encourages local residents to support or get involved with the group. “Come to a rehearsal and learn about the band – and perhaps learn about the culture and tradition we are sharing with the instruments. Learn to play the pipes or drums – we teach free of charge,” he said. “And with annual operational costs exceeding $25,000, donations help ensure our mission can be fulfilled year after year.”

With such support, Brady indicated Raleigh’s Pipe Band will continue to ensure that fallen heroes are honored. “These heroes are no longer with us, but we can tell you in our hearts – we will always remember and be grateful for your husband, your wife, your mother, your father, your sister, your brother, your daughter, your son,” he stressed. “We will make sure that their names and their memories live on in the hearts, minds, and souls of our community for generations to come. This is our commitment. This is our duty.”

Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums is a federally registered 501(c)(3) North Carolina nonprofit organization. To make a donation or contact the group, call 919-374-8166, email info@forourfallen.org, or visit raleighpipeband.com.

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Lake Lynn Hosting Annual Pitch, Hit & Run Competition Young baseball and softball players in the 919 can compete in the annual Pitch, Hit & Run official skills competition of Major League Baseball in March in North Raleigh.

This grassroots program – scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 12, at Lake Lynn Community Center – is designed to provide youths with the opportunity to compete free of charge in a competition that recognizes individual excellence in core baseball and softball skills.

Boys and girls are divided into four age divisions (7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14) and have the chance to advance through four levels of competition – including the Team Championships at Major League ballparks and the National Final at the 2016 MLB All-Star Game.

The individual Pitching, Hitting and Running Champions, along with the All-Around Champion in each age and gender group at the local competition will be awarded and advance to the Sectional Level of competition.

All participants must bring a copy of their birth certificate and have a parent or guardian complete a registration/waiver form at the start of the event.

For more information, call 919-870-2911. Lake Lynn Community Center is located at 7921 Ray Road.

Raleigh Brewing Company Annivesary Party March 5 Raleigh Brewing Company’s 3rd Anniversary Party is 12 noon to 12 midnight on Saturday, March 5 at 3709 Neil St. in Raleigh.

The all-day celebration includes live bands playing from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., followed by a DJ spinning tracks for late night.

Free giveaways are planned, along with four food trucks providing a variety of food. In addition, a brewers tent is planned with specialty beers that haven’t been released yet.

For more information, call 919-4009086 or visit raleighbrewingcompany.com.

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Trinity Academy Plans Group Tours Trinity Academy of Raleigh plans Group Tours for prospective students at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 11 and Friday, April 15.

Grounded in the Christian faith and the classical tradition, Trinity Academy is located at 1024 Baileywick Road in North Raleigh.

For information, call 919-786-0114 or visit www.trinityacademy.com.

Rotary Club of North Raleigh Casino Night Fundraiser April 9 Rotary Club of North Raleigh hosts its 2nd Annual Casino Night at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, at the NC State University Club.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit northraleighrotary.org. Tickets are also available from any club member.

All funds raised are tax deductible and benefit local charities.

North Raleigh Rotary meets at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 W. Millbrook Road in Raleigh.

Chesterbrook Academy Planning Open House Events at North Raleigh Campus Chesterbrook Academy plans two upcoming open house events at 10200 Strickland Road in North Raleigh.

The events – for youths 3 years to 5th Grade – are scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 10 and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 12.

The school offers a challenging, well-rounded curriculum for students age 3 through 5th Grade, with an individualized approach to instruction to help each child grow, flourish and excel.

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North Carolina Primary Election Polls Open on Tuesday, March 15 North Carolina’s 2016 Primary Election is Tuesday, March 15, with voting locations throughout Wake County.

Registered voters who are 17 years of age (who will turn 18

by Nov. 8, 2016) are eligible to vote. Voter registration for this election ended Feb. 19. All voters must show a valid state-issued photo ID to cast a ballot.

Wake County Primary elections are open to 655,244 register voters: 252,098 registered Democrats; 216,867 unaffiliated voters; 182,586 Republican voters; and 3,693 Libertarian voters.

The 2016 General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 8.

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Voting Districts

Early voting changes significantly for the March 15 Primary Election in Wake County, compared to previous elections. Early voting opens at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 3 at 10 a.m., and ends on Saturday, March 12 at 1 p.m. Only nine locations are available – including the Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road in Raleigh; the Herbert C. Young Community Center, 101 Wilkinson Ave. in Cary; and the Northern Regional Center, 350 E. Holding Ave. in Wake Forest. Voter may also cast ballots by mail. For information, visit wakegov.com/elections.

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Polls are located throughout Wake County from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. For specific locatioons, visit wakegov.com/elections.

Candidates Wake County voters may review information on all Primary Election candidates – or view a sample ballot – at wakegov. com/elections.

Wake County voting districts by precinct are available at wakegov.com/elections.

Durham County Primary Election For information on Durham County Primary Election, visit http://dconc.gov/government/departments-a-e/board-ofelections.

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Theatre in the Park Presents ‘The Elephant Man’ in April

North Raleigh’s Big Egg Hunt At Millbrook Community Center

Raleigh’s Theatre in the Park’s 2016 Mainstage Season continues April 8-24 with “The Elephant Man.” Winner of the 1979 Tony Award for Best Play, the play is based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the 19th century.

A horribly deformed young man – the victim of rare skin and bone diseases – he becomes the star freak attraction in traveling side shows. Later hospitalized and treated by physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an object of pity to an urbane, witty favorite of the aristocracy only to be denied his ultimate dream of being a normal man.

Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on April 8-9, 14-16, and 22-23; and at 3 p.m. on April 10, 17 and 24. Tickets are now available at $24 for adults; $18 for seniors, students and military personnel; and $16 for groups of 10 or more.

Other productions during the 2016 season are “Hair: A Rock Musical”, July 8-24; and three plays (“Almost, Maine”, “True West”, and “Southern Baptist Sissies”) in repertory, Sept. 9-25.

It’s time again for the annual Millbrook Exchange Community Center Egg Hunt.

This year, the free event begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 19, with special pre-hunt activities. The big plastic-egg (filled with prizes and treats) hunt begins 11 a.m. for youths age 10 and under, with several age categories.

For more information, call 919-996-4156 or visit parks. raleighnc.gov.

Tickets are available at 919-831-6058 or theatreinthepark.com.

Theatre in the Park is located at Pullen Park, 107 Pullen Road, Raleigh.

25th Annual Red Cross Ball April 30 Sir Walter Chevrolet Official Car Sponsor; Exciting Auction Packages, More Planned The 25th Annual Red Cross Ball returns to North Ridge Country Club at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 30.

The Red Cross Ball offers individual tickets, table sales, corporate sponsorships, auction donations and other ways to get involved. In addition the event will feature a high energy band, dinner, incredible auction packages and exciting activities – such as the Heads or Tail game, where the winner takes home a fully stocked bar, and $10,000 putt contest.

Sir Walter Chevrolet, located in North Raleigh, recently became the Official Car Sponsor of the highly regarded event – which is co-chaired again this year by Linda Craft, CEO of Linda Craft & Team Realtors and Suzy Beth Sarver, Publisher of 919 Magazine.

The ball is expected to sell out again this year, so quick purchase of limited individual tickets is encouraged.

For tickets and more information, contact Mira Batchelor at 919-277-2802 or Mira.Batchelor@RedCross.org, or visit www.

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Millbrook Exchange Community Center is located at 1905 Spring Forest Road in North Raleigh.

Preschoolers Can Help Find Franklin’s Carrots It appears that Franklin, the resident bunny at Millbrook Exchange Community Center has lost his carrots – and needs the children of North Raleigh to help solve the mystery and get him back on the bunny trail.

Preschoolers (age 1-5) participating in The Great Carrot Caper will also enjoy bunny-themed games and create some art to take home at this special event at 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 24. Fee for the activity is $10.

For information or to register, call 919-996-4156 or visit parks.raleighnc.gov.

Millbrook Exchange Community Center is located at 1905 Spring Forest Road in North Raleigh.

Lake Lynn Community Center Sponsors Free Bike Safety Day Youths age 3-16 can get a bicycle tune-up, ride a street course – and learn all about safety in April at Lake Lynn Community Center.

At the free Bicycles Fun and Safety Day at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 23, participants will also see bike repair demonstrations, trick bike stunts and other fun activities.

The center is located at 7921 Ray Road in North Raleigh.

For information, call 919-870-2911 or visit parks.raleighnc.gov.

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Southern Ideal Home Show Set April 8-10 at NC State Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is April 8-10 at the NC State Fairgrounds in Raleigh.

The largest home and garden event in the Triangle, the threeday event hosts more than 300 experts with the latest in building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, decorating, and outdoor living products.

Show hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Admission is $9 for adults, with youths 15 and under free with an adult. On Friday, adults age 55 and older are admitted for $7; and active military, police fire and EMT are free with ID. Discount tickets are available at Walgreen’s March 7 through April 10.

Among the show sponsors is the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County.

For information, call 800-849-0248 or visit southernidealhomeshow.com.

Ukraine Refugee Featured Guest At ‘Come Meet a True Hero’ Event

A refugee from the war zone in Ukraine is the featured guest at the For Women Only: Come Meet a True Hero event in March at The Cypress in North Raleigh.

Presented by The Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary and The Jewish Women’s Foundation of Raleigh-Cary, the special affair – which features Masha Shumatskaya, who now helps elderly Jews in this region – is at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 7.

Tickets are $36 per person, which includes dinner. For reserverations, call 919-676-2200, ext. 100 or visit shalomraleigh. org/women.

Partners for the event include Beth Meyer Synagogue Sisterhood, Beth Shalom, Temple Beth Or Sisterhood, and Yavneh.

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Focused on Female Business Owners Innovative Raleigh Femfessionals Strives to Support Entrepreneurs Femfessionals – launched to become the business hub for women entrepreneurs locally and globally – is again an active part of the Triangle.

An innovative community that strives to catapult businesses to the next level, while providing the support needed for small business owners, Raleigh Femfessionals is led by Shari HuggettMilton (president) and Jean Best (vice president).

“Raleigh Femfessionals is a great way for women in all types of businesses to form relationships, both business and social, and make connections to help support and grow locally women-based businesses,” said Huggett-Milton, who operates Southern Star Ballroom Center in North Raleigh, an 8,500 sq. ft. wedding and special events venue. “We strive to create a local network to provide answers to questions, creating a flow of information and support between members.”

The goal of the Raleigh chapter is to provide business and professional training, networking and social events – and promote relationships among women in the business community.

“Our goal is to increase membership and make Raleigh Femfessionals a viable and important organization for women in all types of businesses to come together, support and offer insight and assistance to each other,” said Best, founder and owner of Best Marketing Consultants (BMC).

In addition to a variety of seminars and workshops available through the U.S. and internationally, members of Raleigh Femfessionals may attend “Lunch & Learn” meetings, featur-

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ing interesting topics and speakers; networking events; social activities; and local charity events. “We are all about building relationships,” Huggett-Milton said. “Femfessionals replaces the standard podium talks, cold and large networking events and out of date business classes with refreshing platforms and outlets to inspire and assist in a positive and nurturing way. Our community is 100 percent focused on women.”

For more information on the organization, visit femfessionals. com. For details on Raleigh Femfessionals, visit femfessionals.com/ locations/Raleigh-NC/ or facebook.com/groups/FemCityRal/.

Short Takes Megan Shank of Sycamore Creek Elementary School; Mark Mash of Leesville Road High School; and Lauren Genesky of Millbrook High School are among 26 semi-finalists for Wake County Public School System 2016-17 Teach of the Year.

Thirteen finalists will be name in early April, with the winner announced May 12…Leesville Road High School won the CAP 8 Conference gymnastics championship this year, with freshman Lizzy Henshall taking the individual all-around title. Kari Creech coaches the team…Twisted Fork at Triangle Towne Center Commons in North Raleigh reopened in January, following a fire last year…Duck Donuts opened recently at 8323 Creedmoor Road in the Towne North shopping center…Lisa Varona was named Agent of the Month for December 2015 at Linda Craft & Team Realtors…Leesville Road High School

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won the CAP 8 conference wrestling championship…In recognition of Black History Month in February, Durant Road Middle School students in teacher Wilbert Mitchell’s class chose an African-American who contributed to the U.S. by inventions, education, academics, technology, or equal rights and explained how their accomplishments affected the nation… Leesville Road High School won the CAP 8 Conference women’s swim and dive championship…Baker’s Dozen Donuts has opened at 123 Plantation Square behind Triangle Town Center…Adam Organ is the new Director of the Jewish Community Center, located at 12804 Northwood Road in North Raleigh…Nevada Mareno of Leesville Road High School is 2015-16 Gatorade North Carolina Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year…Millbrook High School won the CAP 8 Conference men’s basketball title this year.

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HOLT BROTHERS PLAYOFF PARTY

Holt Brothers Foundation hosted its 3rd Annual Playoff Party in January at PNC Arena, featuring fun, excitement, giveaways, raffles, sports mascots – and the Carolina Panthers playoff game on big screens. Among this year’s raffle prizes: Two Super Bowl 50 tickets; an NC State Game Day Experience with former NC State and NFL football players Terrence and Torry Holt; a $1,000 gift certificate to Diamonds Direct; a BMW 750 Driving Experience with a $450 gift card to SAKS 5th Avenue; and more. For information on the foundation, call 919-7871981 or visit holtbrothersfoundation.com.

LRMS HONOR STUDENTS

FILE DEPOT OPENS 919 Magazine Publisher Suzy Beth Sarver energizes Leesville Road Middle School A Honor Roll students in Grades 6-8 in February at the second 9-week period assembly. More than 200 students received recognition at the assembly, including 99 8th Graders at the North Raleigh campus.

CHICK-FIL-A TOWNRIDGE Carrie Peele, long time Raleigh resident and successful businesswoman, has opened the File Depot – and celebrated at a recent Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event at the Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown, 320 Hillsborough St. A national franchise, the File Depot offers a full suite of services for businesses that handle sensitive documents. The File depot provides organization, storage, digitization and shredding for local companies that wish to protect and preserve their files off-site in a safe and secure environment. The local division of File Depot owned

by Peele is located at 143-C Hein Drive in Garner. For more information, call 919-636-5216 or email carriepeele@ thefiledepot.com.

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Leesville Road Middle School A Honor Roll students enjoy breakfast provided by the LRMS PTA and Chick-fil-A Townridge Square when they were honored at a February assembly.

Chick-fill-A Townridge Square is located at 6612 Glenwood Ave. in North Raleigh. Check up-to-date events at Facebook.com/ ChickfilaTownridgeSquare.

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25 Wedding Trends for 2016 Adventure Weddings

Take The Cake

Brighten Up the Day

With the rise of adventure photography, there may be a shift in locations for weddings: More camp-, outdoor-, or travel-themed locations.

After taking a backseat, buttercream textures are in demand again. And who cannot enjoy cupcakes – perfectly packaged for today’s weddings.

In fact, 10 percent more couples will feature cupcakes for dessert in 2016, compared to 2015 – showing that this personalization touch has staying power.

An even bigger shift from the popular neutral blush palette to bold, rich hues is predicted.

Seriously, a Beer Garden?

Beer gardens that offer a selection of local craft beers are a growing trend, but why stop there? Also consider a tequila or champagne garden, a martini bar with fresh juices – even a water bar with a variety of favors.

Grown-up Popsicles For summer weddings or as a mid-dance refresher, try turning a signature cocktail into a frozen treat.

Metallics Are Versatile New York City event-planning guru Harriette Rose Katz: “Depending on how and where you bring them into your celebration, they can be elegant, whimsical, ethereal or even very natural.”

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All New Destination Weddings Couples are increasingly looking for ways to bring in elements of places that hold special memories, no matter the wedding location. Guests might feel they are in Paris – with Edith Piaf songs playing during dinner; or in Nashville, New York, etc.

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Barns Remain Strong Rustics continue as a big venue trend.

Send Me No Flowers Potted trees, succulents, ferns, lavender sprigs and decorative leaves (such as magnolia, begonia) are no longer reserved for anchoring flower arrangements — they can become the focal point of the décor.

Brunch Weddings Serve guests a brunch instead of dinner: A waffle bar with delicious toppings will do the trick. Have the ceremony before the sun reaches its peak, and then enjoy cocktail hour under the sun or indoors.

Having the reception by a pool makes for a fun brunch and maybe a spontaneous pool party. And remember no brunch is complete without mimosas.

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Just the Highlights Sharing has become such a hot commodity, so more couples are valuing the short highlight films that are easily shared online -- essentially snippets that videographers turn around soon after the celebration, while everything’s still fresh in guests’ minds. The fully edited film comes later.

Sustainable Weddings Catering using organic and locally sourced food will continue to be important; and natural elements – such as cement, cork, wood, and stone will be big stars in more rustic and casual-chic celebrations.

More Greenery

Mismatched Bridesmaids

Worthy Websites

Gone are the days of mandatory bridesmaids uniforms. Now brides are allowing their ladies to choose their own dresses in colors and styles that flatter their bodies.

Plus, many of these outfits end up being worn more than once.

Wedding websites are a dime a dozen in the digital age. But today’s couples are going the extra mile by hiring a web designer to create a beautiful, customized site.

Non-Traditional Officiant

How about “His and Hers” signature cocktails? It can actually be easier on the budget – and a conversation starter.

Rosé wine is fast becoming a mainstay at weddings. Couples are including it in the wine selection at dinner, serving rosé champagne for toasts or offering a variety of rosés from different regions as a sampling during the cocktail hour.

Try This Trend Passed hors d’oeuvres and desserts are gaining ground over fixed stations. This style of service allows guests to mingle, and no one will miss out on the great food.

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Couples are increasingly focusing on small details — not big themes — to set their weddings apart.

Creative Food Stations

Without grandma as your matriarch, a bride wouldn’t be there for the big day. And it’s hard to get cuter than a grandma tossing petals.

Why Just a DJ or Band?

Spending 20 Percent More

Consider options, such as a cabaret singer to serenade guests during the cocktail hour, a retro orchestra to add to the ambiance at dinner or a rocking dance band or DJ to keep people moving. And the focus might be on the couple’s roots, from bluegrass to the blues. Or take the big day entertainment up a notch with a choir performance.

The average couple’s wedding will cost about $2,000 more on average in 2016, with much of that going to a more upscale dinner experience.

Grandma Flower Girls

All About the Pink

New Theme is No Theme

Gourmet coffee stands, craft beer tastings, buildyour-own taco bars and even barbeque sauce stations. Wedding decor and attire aside, this is one of the best ways to personalize a reception and share a truly unique experience with guests.

All vows are unique, so why not the officiant? A great officiant will roll with the punches in case you have a little trouble with your lines.

Traditional Cocktail Hour

Brides and her guests will see more lush wedding decorations in 2016 and those big events are returning to the beautiful nature, like greenery table runners and wedding arches.

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SOURCES: Theknot.com, Realsimple.com, Laurenconrad.com, Bridalguide.com, Glamour.com, Brides.com, Thumbtack.co

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Borden Building

The Merrimon-Wynne House

ADDRESS: 820 Clay St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Indoor/outdoor venue;

102 seated/150 max capacity,

$100/hr for Raleigh residents;

$150/hr for non-residents (4 hr min) CONTACT: Betsy Apple 919-996-4363 betsy.apple@raleighnc.gov

ADDRESS: 500 N Blount St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Indoor venue originally built in 1876;

150 seated capacity CONTACT: 919-906-1026 merrimonwynne.com

Melrose Knitting Mill

Fred Fletcher Amphitheater

ADDRESS: 820 Clay St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Outdoor venue; 300+ capacity;

$150 for 4 hours; no alcohol permitted CONTACT: Betsy Apple 919-996-4363 betsy.apple@raleighnc.gov

ADDRESS: 309 N Dawson St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Historic Downtown location; Mill

capacity 240 (cocktail style), 200

(seated dinner); Hanging Gardens

capacity 200 (seated), 350 (standing) CONTACT: Chad Biggs 919-391-8350 chad@chadbiggs.com melroseknittingmillraleigh.com

The Essential 919 Wedding Planning Checklist 14 Months Before

8 Months Before

Start a Wedding Planning Binder Draw up a budget Assemble a Wedding Planning Team Consider Hiring Wedding Consultant

Order Dress Block Hotel Rooms Complete Cake Tastings, Order Cake Begin Hair, Makeup Trials

12 Months Before

6 Months Before

Set Date Settle on Theme, Color Scheme Book Venue Draft Guest List Conduct Engagement Party Register for Gifts

Send Save-the-Dates Book Honeymoon Order Bridesmaid Dresses Purchase Wedding Bands Confirm Flowers with Florist

10 Months Before Draft Guest List Book Photographer/Videographer Pick an Officiant Select Bridal Party Choose Vendors Take Engagement Photos Reserve Accommodations for Out-of-town Guests

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4 Months Before Select Groomsman Attire Plan Rehearsal Dinner Confirm Vendors Decide on Hair and Makeup

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ADDRESS: 317 W Chatham St, Cary SPECIFICS: Greek-revival home originally built in 1915;

200 capacity ballroom; outdoor gardens.

CONTACT: 919-467-1944 matthewshousecary.com

Mordecai Historic Park

ADDRESS: 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Outdoor capacity 150,

St. Mark’s Chapel capacity 55

(seated), 70 max

$100/hr for Raleigh residents;

$150/hr for non-residents (2 hr min); CONTACT: Betsy Apple 919-996-4363 betsy.apple@raleighnc.gov

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Raleigh Rose Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre

ADDRESS: 301 Pogue St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Outdoor venue capacity 350

(350 seated); $300 for 3 hours

($70 additional hours) CONTACT: Stephen Ordog

919-821-4579, ext 320 weddings@raleighlittletheatre.org

Tucker House

ADDRESS: 418 N Person St, Raleigh SPECIFICS: Indoor/outdoor venue;

50 seated/100 max capacity,

$100/hr for Raleigh residents;

$150/hr for non-residents (4 hr min) CONTACT: Betsy Apple 919-996-4363 betsy.apple@raleighnc.gov

1. Connecticut – $17,211 2. New York – $16,305 3. District of Columbia – $15,835 4. Rhode Island – $15,233 5. Pennsylvania – $14,722

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2 Weeks Before

Mail Invitations Write or Decide on Vows/Ceremony Purchase Day of Accessories (rings, etc.)

Confirm Wedding Day Transportation Begin Dress Fittings

Final Dress Fitting Confirm Plans with Photographer Review Music with DJ or Band

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Day of Complete Hair and Makeup Get Married; Live Happily Ever-after Enjoy Yourself

6 Weeks Before

1 Week Before

Apply for Marriage License Get Everything Printed

Have Nails Done Wrap Bridesmaids and Groom Gifts

1 Month Before

Day Before

Bachelorette Party Bridal Shower Purchase Gifts for Wedding party

Rehearsal Dinner Give Bridal Party Gifts Get Manicure, Pedicure Get a Good Night’s Sleep

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919 Wedding Services Bakeries Edible Art: edibleartnc.com, 919-856-0604 Gigi’s Cupcakes Brier Creek: gigiscupcakesusa.com/briercreeknorthcarolina, 919-206-4002 Sweet Traditions: spreadthesweetness.com, 919-780-8212

Catering Rockytop Hospitality: rockytopcatering.com, 919-850-2340 Raleigh Brewing Company: raleighbrewingcompany.com, 919-400-9086 Trali Irish Pub: traliirishpub.com, 919-651-9083 Viva DF: vivadf.com, 919-467-2627

Dentists, Orthodontists (offering cosmetic enhancement) Brier Creek Orthodontics: briercreekortho.com, 919-544-9700 Bovenizer Orthodontics: bovorthodontics.com, 919-303-4557 Grossman Orthodontics: grossmanorthodontics.com, 919-562-0500 Reflections Dental: reflections-dental.com, 919-405-7075 Thompson & Thompson Family Dentistry: thompsonfamilydentistry.com, 919-484-2617 TTH Family Dentistry: tthfamilydentistry.com, 919-388-3719

Entertainment McSound Productions: mcsoundproductions.com, 919-605-7509 Sound Cartel: soundcartel.net, 919-771-3609 Stylus SE: stylusweddings.com, 919-346-4669 Top Notch Entertainment & DJ Services: topnotchdjparties.com, 919-810-3832

Florists Cary Florist: caryflorist.com, 919-694-1600 North Raleigh Florist: northraleighfloristinc.com, 919-847-3381 The English Garden: englishgardenraleigh.com, 919-341-6650 Continued...

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On the Cover

NORTH RALEIGH/ LEESVILLE EDITION Joelle DiMaio (Mrs. Paul Fitts) graces the cover page. Photography by Xpressions by Alicia.

BRIER CREEK/ RDU EDITION Jessica Giggey (Mrs. Connor Heinrich) is the featured bride.

Photography by Southern Love. Inset: Mr. and Mrs. Butch Miner

Wedding Fact Top 5 Least Expensive States to Get Married

MORRISVILLE/ RTP EDITION Emily Keene (Mrs. Zach Creek) is the beautiful bride. Photography

by Captured Love Photography.

WAKE FOREST/ ROLESVILLE/WAKEFIELD PLANTATION EDITION Sarah Whitley (Mrs. Kamil Slaczka) has the upfront position. Photography

by Wake Forest Portrait Shoppe.

1. Missouri – $9,031 2. Nevada – $9,095 3. Arizona – $9,593 4. Kentucky – $9,712 5. Utah – $9,804 SOURCE: Thumbtack.com

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Gowns/Tuxedos

Transportation

Salons/Services

Men’s Warehouse Brier Creek: menswarehouse.com, 919-206-4240 Savvi Formalwear: savvincgowns.com, 919-783-8911

Blue Diamond Worldwide Transportation: bluediamond.com, 919-772-9595 Brier Creek Transportation: briercreektransportation.com, 919-880-5499

Jewelers

Videographers

Anfesa’s Jewelers: anfesasjewelers.com, 919-773-0013 Diamonds Direct: diamondsdirect.com, 919-571-2881

Oak City Films: raleighweddingvideographer.com, 919-307-9986 Olde Road Pictures: olderoad.com, 919-444-1380 Twenty-One Films: twentyonefilms.com, 919-603-7607

Blo Salon Brier Creek: justblo.com, 919-484-8600 Massage Envy Brier Creek: massageenvy.com, 919-806-3689 Massage Envy Creedmoor & Strickland: massageenvy.com, 919-847-8220 Massage Envy Wake Forest: massageenvy.com, 919-569-3689 Planet Beach Brier Creek: planetbeach-briercreek.com, 919-578-4223 The Joint Chiropractic: thejointnc.com, 844-JOINTNC

Officiates Rev. Barbara Lodge: ncweddingminister.com, 919-942-2808 Rev. Kayelily Middleton: aweddingminister.com, 919-345-4608

Photographers Erica Carter Captured Love Photography: capturedlovephotographync.com, 336-380-0815 Southern Love Studios: southernlovestudios.com, 919-599-2755 Wake Forest Portrait Shoppe: wakeforestportraits.com, 919-556-7149 Xpressions by Alicia: xpressionsbyalicia.com, 919-210-5321

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Chambers of Commerce in both Rolesville and Wake Forest recently named to executives to lead the local business organizations. April Sneed is the new Executive Director at the Rolesville Chamber, and Ann Welton is the new President of the Wake Forest Area Chamber.

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Sneed’s Bottom Line: Help Rolesville Businesses Grow A Conversation with April Sneed, new Executive Director of the Rolesville Chamber of Commerce: How did you become the leader of the Rolesville Chamber of Commerce?

I took this position because I grew up in a small town in Virginia. My family knew several business owners, and I remember walking into some of those businesses and seeing no customers and knowing how it affected their families.

Fast-forward to when I was a Chamber member with Pampered Chef. I wanted more and more people to know I was here as a consultant, so I joined the Chamber.

I believe the Chamber is an avenue to promote its businesses, not only to the community – but also to other business leaders. I want to be part of that. I want to do what I can to help increase traffic to our members’ businesses and websites.

Bottom line, I want to help these busi-

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‘By shopping local, our residents are not only supporting our businesses, but also supporting the town.’

APRIL SNEED President, Rolesville Chamber of Commerce nesses network and grow!

What are your goals for the Rolesville Chamber?

My short-term goals are to meet as many of our members as possible, be it through a phone call or face-to-face. I want them to know I am here and I want

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Rolesville Chamber of Commerce EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: BOARD CHAIR: ADDRESS: WEBSITE: PHONE:

April Sneed Sherwood Bobbitt 101 N. Main St., Rolesville rolesvillechamber.org 919-562-7069

to find out what our Chamber can do for them. I also want our Chamber to grow, short-term and long term. One of my longer-term goals is to work with the youth in our community. I want to help those students with a passion, vision and goals to make that dream a reality. I would love to see our business leaders as mentors for these youths. Another goal is to be an integral part in helping with the economic development of our growing town.

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919 | PERSONALITY PROFILE APRIL SNEED Profile POSITION: RESIDENCE: AGE: EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL HISTORY:

Executive Director, Rolesville Chamber of Commerce Rolesville (10 years) 48 BS in Sociology, Virginia Tech 20 years marketing experience, with non-profits and other organizations; more recently, Membership Director with Granite Falls Swim and Athletic Club in Rolesville FAMILY: Husband, John; two sons, Wesley, 13; Joshua, 10 INTERESTS: Reading; quality time with family; games; movies

What can Rolesville residents do to support local businesses and the Chamber?

By shopping local, our residents are not only supporting our businesses, but also supporting the town – including fire, police, street maintenance, etc. It keeps jobs in our community and improves our economy, not to mention that the relationships formed through shopping local are priceless. Those relationships lead to a sense of ownership and pride in where we live. The residents and volunteers are one of the lifelines of our Chamber.

We encourage our residents to contact

What are the biggest issues facing the Rolesville business community?

With having been in this position for less than 60 days, I am still reaching out to our member businesses for the answer to this question. Each leader faces their own challenges, whatever it may be, for example: employment, laws, space, etc. My goal is to compile the information and address their concerns with our Chamber board to address ways to help.

the Chamber to volunteer. We are even reaching out to some of the organizations that have students in need of volunteer hours. We want to help meet those needs and also want to get to know our residents, with the hope of having them feel more connected to their community!

What events and activities are planned in the next six months?

With the new year and our change in leadership, our Chamber has re-evaluated the events we have offered in the past.

This year we have scaled back on the community events and are refocusing our efforts into the growth of our businesses. We are still offering the “Lunch and Learn” and “Business After Hours” events with the aim of connecting our local business owners. This year our major events (Finger Lickin’ BBQ and Bands; Business Expo; and the Christmas Parade) are scheduled for the latter part of the year. This gives me time to get out into the community to meet and start forming relationships with our business leaders.

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Welton Combines Expertise With Passion for Community A Conversation with Ann Welton, new Executive Director of the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce: How did you become the leader of the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce?

A ten-year resident of Wake Forest, I am committed to our town. I’ve been an

Wake Forest Area Chamber of Comerce PRESIDENT: BOARD CHAIR: ADDRESS: WEBSITE: PHONE:

Ann Welton Don Bowman 350 S. White St., Wake Forest wakeforestchamber.org 919-556-1519

involved volunteer on the Historic Preservation Commission and Wake Forest Arts for many years. This opportunity with the Chamber of Commerce allows me to combine my expertise in marketing and communications with my passion for our community.

What are your goals for the Wake Forest Chamber?

The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership-centric organization. First and foremost, our goals are to provide the services and programs that help our members in their businesses.

My priorities are determined by the needs of our members. Secondly, the Chamber is here to support the entire community and help ensure that it’s a great place to live, work, and play. We’ll continue

‘If we want a vibrant business community, we need to vote with our dollars.’

ANN WELTON President, Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce to work closely with other community leaders while we protect the charm and unique history that is Wake Forest.

What can Wake Forest residents do to support local businesses and the Chamber?

Shop local! It’s not a new message, but supporting our hometown businesses makes a huge economic impact in our town and community. Many of our Chamber members are small business owners who rely on us to keep their doors

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919 | PERSONALITY PROFILE ANN WELTON Profile POSITION: President, Wake Forest RESIDENCE: Area Chamber of Commerce Wake Forest (10 years) AGE: 58 EDUCATION University of Virginia PROFESSIONAL HISTORY: Formerly Regional Marketing Manager, CenturyLink FAMILY: Husband, Michael INTERESTS: Reading, gardening, fitness

home $10,000. On April 12, we are sponsoring the first Senior Lifestyle Expo at Richland Creek Community Church.

There will be more than 50 exhibitors, guest speakers, door prizes, food and more. Everything is geared toward the active lifestyles of our residents who are over 55. Our biggest event of the year, Meet in the Street, is May 7 in downtown Wake Forest. This festival has grown so much that it now takes up three streets.

There are arts and crafts vendors, food, music, children’s activities and more. It’s a

open. If we want a vibrant business community, we need to vote with our dollars.

What events and activities are planned in the next six months?

The Chamber’s calendar is packed with activities and events. Although most of our programs are designed for our members, we have several signature events each year that are open to the community.

On March 17, we will host our Reverse Raffle at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre. The lucky raffle winner will take

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“can’t miss” event for the entire family.

Anything else you want our readers to know about you or the Chamber?

The Chamber is an inclusive organization that builds partnerships across our community as we strive to keep Wake Forest a great place to live. Whether it’s youth leadership programming, memberto-member networking opportunities, or community festivals, our intent is to bring people together and make a positive impact here.

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Rolesville Chamber of Commerce Annual Award Ceremony March 24

Wake Forest Parks’ Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Joyner Park

Rolesville Chamber of Commerce’s 2016 Annual Dinner and Award Ceremony is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 24 at the Mill Room in The Factory in Wake Forest.

Bart Queen is the guest speaker for the event, which will include awards and other activities. Reservations are required, by calling 919-562-7069.

For more information on the event or the Chamber, visit rolesvillechamber.org.

Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources’ annual Easter Egg Hunt on is Saturday, March 19, at E. Carroll Joyner Park.

In addition to hiding more than 10,000 Easter eggs, PRCR will introduce several exciting changes to this year’s Easter Egg Hunt – including several food vendors and Easter-themed arts and crafts activities in the Joyner Park Amphitheater.

Also new this year will be dozens of special prizes hidden inside unmarked eggs and opportunities for participants to win a variety of grand prizes donated by local businesses.

Planned egg hunt times are: • Age 3-younger – 10 a.m.

• Age 4-6 – 10:15 a.m.

• Age 7-9 – 10:30 a.m.

• Age 10-12 – 10:45 a.m.

• Special Needs – 11:30 a.m.

The Mill Room in The Factory is located at 1839 South Main Street.

Magic Pipers Band Kicks Off New Downtown Music Series Wake Forest’s new music series, “Friday Night on White”, kicks off at 6 p.m. on April 8 featuring the Magic Pipers Band.

Presented by White Street Brewing Co., the series continues through September and is sponsored by the Town of Wake Forest and Downtown Wake Forest Inc. All concerts are free.

In addition to local merchants being open, adult beverages will be available for purchase during the events. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets (but no coolers are permitted). Free parking is available along several side streets and parking lots in the downtown area.

Concerts will feature a variety of premier local and regional bands performing a diverse mix of classic and modern rock, dance, Motown and beach music. Future acts scheduled to appear are: • May 13: Brickhouse • June 10 : The Will McBride Group • July 8: Stone Age Romeos • Aug. 12: The Remedy • Sept. 9: Crush Series sponsors include Back Alley Coffee Roasters, McPherson Family Eye Care, Mitchell Heating & Cooling, North Raleigh News, Gladwell Orthodontics, Dirty Dogs Spa, Coastal Federal Credit Union, Heritage Urgent & Primary Care, Candlewood Suites, Rolesville Buzz, and Chick-fil-A. For more information, call 919-435-9422 or visit wakeforestnc.gov.

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E. Carroll Joyner Park is located at 701 Harris Road in Wake Forest. For more information, visit wakeforestnc.gov.

Forest Moon Presents ‘The Hundred Dresses’

Bullying, friendship and forgiveness are the themes of this season’s youth production by Forest Moon Theater.

“The Hundred Dresses” is planned for March 4-6 and March 11-13 at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts.

Thursday and Friday performances are at 7:30 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 3 p.m.

Based on a 1945 Newbery Honor Book by Eleanor Estes, the musical combines humor, colorful characters and memorable songs to create a timeless story.

Advance tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for youths 12 and under ($13 and $10 at the door).

The Renaissance Centre is located at 405 South Brooks Street in Wake Forest. For tickets and information, call 919-435-9458 or visit wakeforestrencen.org.

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Seminars, Music, and More At Mad Hatter’s Tea Party

Leonard Named NCDOA Executive of the Year

It’s time again for the Wake Forest Garden Club’s Mad Hatter’s Tea Party and Art Market.

Planned for Saturday, May 14, at the Wake Forest Historical Museum, the event also includes gardening seminars, a classic car show, and music performed by an ensemble form the Raleigh Symphony Orchestra.

The schedule for this unique annual happening includes: • 10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Art Market, Classic Car show • 10 a.m. – Seminar: Christina Harvey, from the Audubon Society, session on “Bird Friendly Gardening”.

• 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Mad Hatters Tea • 11:15 a.m. – Seminar: Helen Yoest, garden journalist and stylist, session on “Gardening with North Carolina Native Plants”.

Tickets to the tea and seminars are $15 and are available for purchase at the Cotton Company and the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce through the day of the event. Tickets will also be available the day of the event at the Wake Forest Historical Museum, as long as tickets last.

The Art Market will include original arts and crafts, pottery, paintings, jewelry, candles, fabric arts, locally grown plants and more.

Proceeds from the festivities will benefit the Wake Forest Historical Museum gardens, along with other projects supported by the Wake Forest Garden Club – including the Wake Forest Garden Club Flower Cart, which creates small floral arrangements each week for nursing home residents, shut-ins and others needing a little cheer in their day.

Wake Forest Police Chief Jeff Leonard is the 2016 North Carolina D.A.R.E. Officers’ Association Glen Mowery Executive of the Year.

The award was presented to Leonard at the 25th Annual N.C. D.A.R.E. Officers’ Glen Mowery, Jeff Leonard, and Scott Graham - Submitted Photo Association training conference in Atlantic Beach, NC, in January.

Chief Leonard received the award due to his longstanding support for the D.A.R.E. program in Wake Forest and across the state. The honor is a tribute to Mowery, a retired CharlotteMecklenburg Deputy Police Chief who started the D.A.R.E. program in Charlotte.

Also during the NCDOA Conference, Wake Forest Police Officer Scott Graham was sworn in as NCDOA President for 2016.

A member of the force since 2005, Graham has taught and graduated more than 1,500 elementary school students during his tenure as a D.A.R.E. instructor in Wake Forest-area schools. As a D.A.R.E. mentor, he also trains other police officers to become D.A.R.E. instructors. Since 2010 he has assisted in the training of more than 90 new D.A.R.E. officers in North Carolina.

For more information, call 919-210-3487, email wfgardenclub@gmail.com, or visit wfgardenclub.org. Wake Forest Historical Museum is located at 414 North Main Street.

WF Chamber Reverse Raffle March 17 at Renaissance Center Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce’s popular Reverse Raffle event is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, March 17, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts.

The lucky individual holding the last remaining ticket drawn wins $10,000.

The $125 tickets are on sale now (only 300 are available) and include hors d’oeuvres, dessert, beer and wine for two people.

Tickets are available at by calling 919-556-1519.

For information on the annual event, visit wakeforestchamber.org.

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For information about the Wake Forest Police Department D.A.R.E. program, visit www.wakeforestnc.gov/dare.aspx or contact Graham at sgraham@wakeforestnc.gov.

Spring Battalion Bazaar Features Artisans, Crafters Wake Forest High School JROTC Booster Club’s 3rd Annual Battalion Bazaar at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, features local artisans, crafters and vendors – with opportunities to shop for Easter, graduation and Mother’s Day gifts.

Admission is a $2 donation or a canned food item for the event, which is planned at the Wake Forest High School gymnasium.

A special raffle is planned, with proceeds use to buy supplies to build a ramp for a local wounded warrior.

For more information to be a vendor, email wfhsjrotcbazaar@ gmail.com. WFHS is located at 420 West Stadium Drive.

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Wake Forest Chamber’s Senior Lifestyle Expo Planned April 12

Comfort Food Cook Off Benefits Shore Grief Center

Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce’s Senior Lifestyle Expo is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12 at Richland Creek Community Church.

Presented by Carillon Assisted Living and designed as an opportunity for local businesses to market to the area’s growing senior population, the Expo is expected to include more than 60 booth displays, informative speakers on a variety of topics, health screenings, prizes and giveaways, and much more.

More than 1,000 attendees are expected at the Expo, according to the Chamber. Admission is free.

Shore Grief Center’s Comfort Food Cook Off III is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, March 18, at the Cotton Company Marketplace, Art Gallery, and Event Space in Wake Forest.

Offering a number of local chefs providing their favorite comfort foods for sampling, the event allows attendees to select the best offering. As many as 12 restaurants will participate in preparing the selections – and salad, dessert, iced tea and water are included.

Beer and wine tickets will be available, and a silent auction and a variety of raffle prizes also are planned. Tickets are available for $25 for adults and $10 for teens at eventbrite.com or shoregriefcenter.com. Children age 12 and under are free.

For information, call 919-556-1519 or visit wakeforestchamber. org. Richland Creek Community Church is located at 3229 Burlington Mills Road.

Wake Forest Parks Hosts Recre8 5K on April 16 Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources and the Recreation Advisory Board joins with 13 parks and recreation departments across our state to host the North Carolina Recreation & Park Association Recre8 5K on Saturday, April 16.

Check-in on the day of the race starts at 8 a.m. and the race begins at 9:30 a.m. This family-friendly event will start and finish at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road.

Registration is available online through April 14 at ncparkrun.com/#!wake-fores/o1nd3. Entry fee is $30 before Feb. 27; $35 before March 31; and $45 from April 1-14. Everyone who registers before April 4 will receive a race T-shirt. Registrations will not be accepted on the day of the race.

Designed to raise awareness of parks and recreation in North Carolina and raise funds to support the advancement of recreation in the state, the NCRPA Recre8 5K is an untimed race for both children and adults.

For more information, contact Recreation Specialist Meghan Hawkins at 919-435-9457 or mhawkins@wakeforestnc.gov.

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For information on the event, call 919-368-6286 or email Carolyn@theshoregriefcenter.com. The Cotton Company is located at 306 South White Street in Wake Forest.

Rockin’ the Forest Series Features The Backsliders Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts’ second performance in the new Rockin’ the Forest Music Series features The Backsliders on Saturday, March 19.

Tickets for the 8 p.m. concert are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis and seating is limited.

The Backsliders play “hardcore honky tonk” music, featuring an unmistakable swagger on stage. Visit thebacksliders.net for more information on the band.

The Renaissance Centre is located at 405 South Brooks Street in Wake Forest. For tickets and information, call 919-435-9458 or visit wakeforestrencen.org.

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Short Takes McConnell Golf, which owns and operates TPC at Wakefield Plantation, has purchased Providence Country Club in Charlotte.

It’s McConnell’s 12th private golf club property… A new exhibit at the Wake Forest Historical Museum, located at 414 North Main St. behind the Calvin Jones House, opens March 3. “Wake Forest’s Historical Cemeteries” is located in the back lobby…Lynda Smith of Wakefield Elementary School; Tanya Swanson of Richland Creek Elementary School; Timothy Kohring of Rolesville Middle School; and Miles Macleod of Heritage High School are among 26 semi-finalists for Wake County Public School System 2016-17 Teach of the Year. Thirteen finalists will be name in early April, with the winner announced May 12…The grand opening for Holding Village subdivision in February featured sledding on artificial snow, games and plenty of food…Town of Wake Forest Tree Trimming Supervisor Jimmie Kearney recently completed the International Society of Arboriculture requirements to be a Certified Arborist Utility Specialist…Volunteers filled the The Mill Room at The Factory in Wake Forest in January for “Lights, Camera, Relay” to kick off the American Cancer Society’s Northern Wake Relay For Life 2016. Call 919-730-9847 or email martycoward@ nc.rr.com for more information on the annual fundraising event, scheduled for May 20 at Wake Forest Baptist Church’s Stephenson Campus on Wake Union Church Road…Wake Forest Police Officer K.C. Warren received the Wake Forest Optimist Club’s first Community Servant Award in January…Jennifer Gaston is now Economic Development Coordinator for the Town of Wake Forest…An official opening of the new Wake Forest Fire Department

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Station #4 on Jenkins Road in Wake Forest is expected to open in early March…Town of Wake Forest Urban Forestry Specialist Julie Canavin recently completed the certified arborist examination administered by the local chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture…Wakefield Elementary School, in conjunction with President Lauren Howell of the Black Student Union of Wakefield High School and the National Achievers Society, collected gently used paperback books for the African Library Project – which has a goal of getting 1,000 books donated to send to the Glorious Name Bekyere International School in Ghana for its library. For information on the effort, email teacher Tene Williams at twilliams10@wcpss.net…Miss America Betty Cantrell performed in January at a student assembly at Heritage Middle School in Wake Forest, joined by Miss North Carolina America Kate Peacock and Miss North Carolina Outstanding Teen Kenzie Hansley…Wake Forest Police Officer Adam Carlson, a 10-year veteran of the department, recently completed advanced training as a certified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). Dexter Lawrence of Wake Forest High School – one of the nation’s highest-ranked college football recruits – was named a first-team Parade Magazine All-American. Lawrence was profiled in 919 Magazine in 2015, and is now enrolled at Clemson University…Heritage High School football offensive lineman Jack Doyle has signed with East Carolina University…Southern Company is acquiring Wake Forest cleantech PowerSecure International, the companies announced in late February. PowerSecure will retain both its Wake Forest headquarters and its management team. Southern Company is based in Georgia.

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CELEBRATING MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

Several Wake Forest area churches and community organizations honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at a free public celebration in January Friendship Chapel Baptist Church – with Dr. Thomas Jackson as featured speaker and remarks by Wake Forest Mayor Vivian Jones. In addition, local students were recognized for participating in a variety of contests, including dancing, singing and speaking, writing, drawing and painting.

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WWC OUTING TO ‘GREASE’

Thirty members of the Wakefield Women’s Club celebrated the national tour of the musical “Grease” at the NC Theatre in Raleigh in February. The ladies met at BUKU Raleigh for pretheatre dinner, all decked out in their pink satin jackets with Pink Ladies emblazoned on the back. For more information on the organization, visit wakefieldwomensclub.com.

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When Liz and Kevin Johnson moved to Morrisville 19 years ago with their two young daughters, it was a far different place compared to today’s community.

“We knew this would be the perfect place to raise our then 3 and 6 year old girls,” Liz Johnson said. “We loved the small town feel of the community. At that time Morrisville had approximately 2,000 citizens and yet offered amenities of a much larger town – including a pool, community center, youth programs and a community park.”

Johnson knew Morrisville was growing, and after settling into the community she took an interest in town government.

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“In 1998 I applied to serve and was appointed as the alternate on the Planning and Zoning Board,” she said. “In 1999, with encouragement and support from many residents, I decided to run for a seat on the Morrisville Town Council and won.”

Last November, Johnson was re-elected to her fifth consecutive term on the Council. She’s also spent times as Mayor Pro Temp. “It is an honor and a privilege to serve on the Morrisville Town Council.

I always strive to be a dedicated representative of all Morrisville citizens,” she said.

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Johnson makes it a priority to attend Town-sponsored events and Morrisville Chamber of Commerce events, and said she works hard to be accessible for citizens. “I have regular scheduled lunch meetings with citizens, typically on the last Friday and Saturday of each month, to discuss issues and answer questions,” she said. “If anyone wants to join me for one of my monthly lunches, please contact me at ljohnson@townofmorrisville.org.”

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cate on behalf of the Town of Morrisville, she is a frequent guest speaker and panelist at the University of North CarolinaChapel Hill School of Government.

When asked her biggest accomplishment as a Council member, Johnson points to the progress the Town of Morrisville has made in long range strategic planning. “When I was first elected to Council 16 years ago, there were inadequate plans in place to deal with the tremendous growth we were experiencing in Morrisville. For example, we did not have greenways and did not even have a Parks and Greenway Plan,” she said.

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plans that are reviewed and updated to address current conditions and the community’s desires. The Morrisville of 2000 is not the same as the Morrisville of 2016 –and our strategic plans need to adjust and reflect the needs of our citizens today, as well as our future. These plans are the blueprint for growth and development.”

Johnson also mentioned her pride that the Parks and Greenway Master Plan helped secure 188 acres of parkland and 12 miles of greenway, with more of each actively being developed today. “And our Transportation Plan has helped us secure approximately $100 million in additional road, sidewalk, and greenway projects that will begin this year,” she said. “I am delighted to be able to give back and share my experiences with the next group of public servants.”

But there’s more to Johnson’s community involvement than the Town Council, including her efforts with the Morrisville Community Fund (see related article on Page 78) and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) RaleighDurham Affiliate to raise awareness and funding for pancreatic cancer.

“My father was, and still is, a great inspiration to me. I lost him after a sevenweek diagnosis to pancreatic cancer in 2001,” Johnson said. “Since 2003 I have worked PanCAN to raise awareness and funding for pancreatic cancer. Locally we organize several events throughout the year – including our signature fundraising event, PurpleStride, a 5K run and familyfriendly walk on May 14 at the NCSU Centennial Campus.”

Johnson’s daughters, obviously, are grown now. Her oldest, Allison, graduated from UNC-Asheville, gained her masters at UNC-Chapel Hill, and now works for the U.S. Dept. of Energy in Washington, DC, and is a 2015 Presidential Management Fellow. Her youngest, Meaghan, graduated from Appalachian State and now works for U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia.

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919 | PERSONALITY PROFILE Morrisville Community Fund Provides Vital Financial Grants To Local Groups, Non-Profits Morrisville Community Fund is the first, and still only, philanthropic organization in Morrisville.

Established in 2011 under the North Carolina Community Foundation, the purpose of MCF is twofold: Grow the endowment for generations to come; and support non-profits serving Morrisville families through the annual grants program.

The endowment fund was established by community leaders who want to support permanently the good work non-profits are doing for Morrisville citizens, according to MCF President Liz Johnson. Grants are given on an annual basis through a competitive grants process. Applications are available July 1, 2016-August 2, 2016 on the NCCF website, at nccommunityfoundation.org.

Non-profits do not need to have a physical presence in Morrisville, but must demonstrate service to Morrisville families.

“MCF was the brainchild of former Morrisville Mayor Jan Faulkner,” according to Johnson. “In 2010, Mayor Faulkner, former Morrisville Town Manager John Whitson, former Morrisville Mayor Jackie Holcombe and I formed the MCF steering committee. Our original goal was to raise $10,000 to establish MCF; but on July 14, 2011, the Steering Committee and the original Founding Members gathered to kickoff MCF to celebrate the doubling of our fundraising goal to start with $20,000!”

That initial seed money came from a cross-section of Morrisville residents, businesses, and faith-based organizations that shared the steering committees vision. Johnson said, to date, MCF has awarded $7,500 in grants to a variety of groups and organizations, including the Morrisville Community Emergency Response Team (CERT); Kramden Institute; Cary Family YMCA; Dorcas-Christian Community in Action; Life Experiences; InterAct ; Kiran, Inc. (which serves South Asian women and men affected by domestic violence); and the Morrisville Fire Explorer Post.

Johnson said local residents and companies can support MCF in a number of ways, including attending upcoming fundraising events, joining the organization’s Facebook page and participating in various activities, and donating to the fund.

In 2016, Johnson indicated that MCF plans a Fall Gala similar to the Mardi Gras Gala we held in 2013. “We are excited to again offer a fun event to the people of Morrisville. We all know the importance of supporting our non-profits and their work,” she said.

“We’re proud to give grants that enrich the lives of our families and citizens in Morrisville, and we hope that everyone will join us at the fall or make a donation to our fund so we can continue to give more and larger grants to deserving non-profits.”

For more information on the Morrisville Community Fund, visit morrisvillegive.org or facebook.com/MorrisvilleCommunityFund. Donations can be made directly to MCF at nccommunityfoundation.org (go to “Make a Gift Online” and choose “Morrisville” as the affiliate grantmaking fund).

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Morrisville Community Fund YEAR FOUNDED: 2011 PURPOSE: Award grants to non-profit organizations serving Morrisville families PRESIDENT: Liz Johnson BOARD: Jan Faulkner, Vice President Dick Domann, Treasurer Olivia Jacob, Secretary Kris Gardner Sarah Gaskill Pete Martin Sandra Roberts Madhu Sharma Amar Singh Deanna Wilson Michael Windley DONATIONS: nccommunityfoundation.org INFORMATION: 919-434-4360 (Liz Johnson) facebook.com/MorrissvileCommunityFund morrisvillegives.org MARCH/APRIL 2016

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Liz Johnson Profile RESIDENCE: Morrisville (19 years) AGE: 56 PROFESSION: Community volunteer; Town of Morrisville Council member (former IBM Systems engineer) EDUCATION: College of Mount Saint Vincent (BA, mathematies) HOMETOWN: Rockville Centre, NY (lived in Morgantown, WV; Seattle WA; Lake Grove, NY; Champaign, IL; Suffern, NY) AFFILIATIONS: St. Michael Catholic Church (Assistant to Bulletin Editor); Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) volunteer, and Advocacy Chair (pancan.org); Morrisville/Cary Joint Issues Committee; established Morrisville Walking Club (morrisvillewalkers. org); NC League of Municipalities (NCLM) Board of Directors; NC Women in Municipal Government, 1st Vice President; Wake Co Transit Advisory Committee; Morrisville Community Fund FAMILY: Husband, Kevin; 2 daughters, Allison (25), Meaghan (22) PETS: 2 cats INTERESTS: Gardening, reading, traveling

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tions. But she still makes time for two additional passions: Her family, and her garden.

“Spending time with my family gives me the most pleasure in life. I enjoy spending time with my daughters, especially traveling abroad with them,” she said. “I am also fortunate to have both my sisters and their families and my mom living here in the Triangle; and my husband’s sister and brother and their families live in North Carolina too.”

And she truly enjoys gardening. “I love to spend time in my yard. When we moved into our house, it came with the basic new construction landscaping. I had to learn how to tackle this blank slate and the clay soil,” Johnson explained.

“But I find working in the yard tranquil and relaxing. I love the idea of setting the conditions for my plants to flourish, and then waiting and watching them bloom. I have been able to create my own little slice of paradise.”

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Morrisville’s East Meets West Food Festival Moves Up to April

Free Live Music at Park West Village on Thursdays

Morrisville Innovation Foundation’s East Meets West Food Festival is earlier this year, scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Town Hall Drive on Saturday, April 16.

Presented in conjunction with the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce, this year’s event is chaired by Maia Wirth of Open Arts in Morrisville. Admission is free.

Created in 2014, the East Meets West Festival celebrates Morrisville – Wake County’s most diverse community – with a day of food, culture, and music from around the world. The event features an array of international cuisines from many local restaurants, culturally rich entertainment, kids’ activities, and more.

In the food competition, each participating restaurant will submit a dish to be judged in the “Best of the Fest” competition. There will be three prizes award, including “Best of the West”, “Feast of the East”, and “People’s Choice”.

Youth activities include a bounce house, face painting, and arts and crafts. This year’s festival also showcases different beer, wine, and beverages from around the world.

It’s summer and that means live music in Morrisville!

LIVE in The District Music Series begins at 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 14 at Park West Village, in front of Stone Theatrepark West 14.

Continuing on Thursdays through June 2, the free event includes children’s activities, face painting, balloon artists, and a variety of refreshments and food – with sales benefitting local charities.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to the new event venue.

In addition, Park West Village’s 4th Annual Spring Fling is scheduled for 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

For information on both events, call 919-467-8880 or visit parkwestvillage.net.

Morrisville Plans Springfest On Town Hall Drive May 14

For information, call 919-463-7155 or visit eastmeetswestmorrisville.org.

Morrisville Easter Egg Hunt March 19 at Community Park Children age 2-8 can meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for plastic eggs filled with goodies and special prizes at the Annual Town of Morrisville Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 19 at Morrisville Community Park.

Egg hunt festivities are planned for Field #1, where participants are divided by age. All children should bring a basket.

Food trucks, a bounce house, face painting and much more are also planned during the event.

For information, call 919-463-4110 or visit townofmorrisville. org. Morrisville Community Park is located at 1520 Morrisville Parkway.

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Morrisville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services plans its first SpringFest at 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, along Town Hall Drive.

Featuring entertainment, carnival and midway games (for both children and adults), performances by local dance groups, a Kid Zone, inflatables, a mechanical bull, craft vendors and a variety of food trucks.

Admission is free, but be sure to bring money for games ($1 per game, or 25 tickets for $20) and food trucks.

Pre-sale tickets are available beginning Monday, April 11, at Cedar Fork Community Center, Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center or the Parks Administration Building.

For more information, call 919-463-7110 or visit townofmorrisvlle.org.

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Kaleidoscope Charter High Planning 5K to Raise Funds

Tra’Li Irish Pub Planning Big St. Patty’s Day Event

The Kaleidoscope Charter High School project plans the first Kaleidoscope 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, April 3rd in Morrisville.

Registration is at 8 a.m. at Indian Creek Park, 101 Town Hall Drive, with the race beginning at 9 a.m.

Families, teams and corporate participants – including experienced runners, “fun” runners, and walkers – are welcome to participate, as well as individuals. Dressing colorfully is encouraged. Participants may register by March 20 for $30 and get a race t-shirt. After March 20 and until race day, registration is $35. Participants may register at https://app.racereach. com/r/kaleidoscope-chs-annual-5k.

Kaleidoscope Charter High School is a non-profit educational organization producing an innovative “student-centered” high school in Morrisville, which plans an August 2017 opening.

Tra’Li Irish Pub and Restaurant plans a St. Patty’s Day Authentic Irish event beginning at 4 p.m. at its Morrisvillle location.

The special event features an inside party, with Irish music, food, drinks and fun.

Tra’Li irish Pub is located at 3107 Grace Park Drive.

For more information, call 919-651-9083 or visit traliirishpub. com.

For more information, on the event or the school, call 919-6947030 or visit kaleidoscopehighschool.org or facebook.com/kaleidoscopehighschool.

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Movies in the Park Features ‘Home’, ‘Minions” for Free

Tra’Li Irish Pub Now Offers Weekend Brunch

Movies in the Park returns to the Morrisville Community Park this spring, with events planned in both April and May. Each free film is kid-oriented and family-friendly and begins about 7:30 p.m. Festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a bounce house, games and food trucks.

This season’s movies are: • Friday, April 22: “Home” (rated PG) • Friday, May 6: “Minions” (rated PG) Each film will be shown on Field #1. In case of inclement weather, all movies will be shown the immediate Saturday after the original date. For details, call the Weather Hotline at 919-463-6215.

Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant now offers a special Weekend Brunch every Saturday and Sunday at its locations in Brier Creek and Morrisville.

Featuring a Traditional Irish Breakfast, the menu is available on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Among the dishes available are omelets, waffles, steak and eggs, and a Boxty with Rasher and sausage gravy.

Brunch also features a “Fix it any way you like it” Bloody Mary bar (beginning at 12 noon on Sundays), with all-fresh ingredients.

For more information on the event, call 919-463-7110 or visit townofmorrisvlle.org.

Trali Irish Pub is located at 10370 Moncreiffe Road, Suite 109, in the Brierdale Shopping Center in Brier Creek (919-5444141) and 3107 Grace Park Drive in Morrisville (919-6519083). Visit traliirishpub.com for more information.

Annual Catamount Gala Auction Junior Firefighter Camp Supports Panther Creek Athletics Planned in Morrisville The annual Catamount Gala Auction & Dinner is 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, at Brier Creek Country Club Presented by the Panther Creek Athletic Booster Club, the event includes food, entertainment and fundraising to benefit the Catamount Athletics Program.

The $50 admission includes appetizers, dinner, dessert and lots of fun. Deadline to purchase admission is March 12. A full cash bar is also available.

In addition to some great theme baskets and autographed sports items, the silent auction includes many unique items, such as: • Football Coach for a Week • Basketball Coach for a Week • Prime Panther Creek parking spaces (4 available) • SWAC passes for any sport home or away SWAC games • Fan Spots for JV and varsity football game • PC game-worn football helmets (2 available) A live auction also is planned. Suggested attire for the evening is business casual.

Want to grow up to be a firefighter?

Youths age 12-15 can register beginning Wednesday, March 2, to participate in a special Junior Firefighter Camp at 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 22-26 at Morrisville Fire Station #1.

Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department provides full-day opportunity to learn about fire service careers, receive safety training in many areas, and immerse themselves in such topics as fire equipment and apparatus. All participants also will complete a CPR certification course.

The experience includes both classroom and hands-on activities, and concludes with a graduation ceremony.

Cost is $125 for residents, and $188 for non-residents.

Registration forms are available at Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050B Town Hall Drive.

For more information, contact Morrisville Fire Marshal Shandy Padgett at 919-463-6122 or spadgett@townofmorrisville. org -- or visit townofmorrisville.org.

Supporters can purchase admission at panthercreekathletics. com/Store. For additional information on the event or the Panther Creek Athletic Booster Club, email auction@panthercreekathletics.com. Brier Creek Country Club is located at 9400 Club Hill Drive in North Raleigh.

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Short Takes Morrisville is the most linguistically diverse city or town in North Carolina, according to a new report by real estate search site FindtheHome.com. In Morrisville, 63.7 of residents speak English at home, 4.2 percent speak Spanish, 15 percent speak Asian languages, 15 percent speak Indo-European languages and 2.1 percent speak other languages…Laurie Toreson of Panther Creek High School is among 26 semi-finalists for Wake County Public School System 2016-17 Teach of the Year. Thirteen finalists will be name in early April, with the winner announced May 12…Austin, TX-based Chuy’s plans to open its fourth North Carolina Tex-Mex restaurant at Parkside Town Commons in March, located near I-540 and NC Highway 55. Another Chuy’s is located in North Hills in Raleigh…

Construction on the Western Wake Competition Center in Morrisville is expected to begin this summer, now that developer Jeff Ammons purchased 30 acres between Aviation Parkway and Airport Boulevard. The center will include a gymnastics area,

two ice hockey rinks, soccer fields, multiple volleyball courts and more. Opening is expected in 2018…2010 Olympic Curling Silver Medalist Carolyn McRorie visited Morrisville Elementary School in January as part of the Curling Canada Rocks & Rings program, before appearing at the Triangle Curling Center in South Durham. Panther Creek High School graduate Ashley Clark signed a professional women’s soccer contract with Tierps IF in Sweden. Clark attended Campbell University...

The Lucy Daniels School – located at 9003 Weston Parkway in Cary – is extending the school day for its kindergarten students from a half-day to full-day during the 2016-2017 school year beginning in August. Visit lucydanielsschool.org for information…

Michael Matthews, assistant principal of Holly Grove Elementary School in Holly Springs since 2006, is the new principal of Morrisville Elementary School…Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar opened recently at 4214 NW Cary Parkway in Cary. For information, call 919-377-2283.

RTP SPOTLIGHT Research Triangle High School Moves To Larger RTP Campus Classes began in January at Research Triangle High School’s new campus, located at 3106 NC Highway 54 in Research Triangle Park.

Formerly occupied by Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society, the new RTHS property was purchased for $6.2 million last spring utilizing a tax-exempt bond.

Research Triangle High School campus The school – previously located at 10 Park Drive – opened in 2012 and focuses on real-world applications of STEM and business concepts. In addition to traditional high school courses, RTHS offers an entrepreneurship club, a robotics team, and other innovative organizations. Many RTP companies currently provide tutors, mentors and other support to the students.

Pamela Blizzard, Managing Director and Founder of Research Triangle High School, leads the campus – which is an independent public charter high school.

For more information, call 919-998-6745 or visit rthighschool. org.

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Wild Ideas for Getting Outside Expo at The Frontier March 9

It may be cold outside, but spring is coming and so is TLC’s Wild Ideas for Getting Outside.

Local outdoor adventurers will share their tips, tricks, and wildest outdoor exploits in the 919 at the Wild Ideas for Getting Outside Expo at 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9 at The Frontier at Research Triangle Park.

Sponsored by the Triangle Land Conservancy, the event is free and fun and features booths by local outdoor organizations, presentations by local outdoor enthusiasts – including one by Chief Exploration Officer of GetGoingNC.com and former News and Observer Outdoor Reporter Joe Miller – plus free food and beer.

The event is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield NC, with additional support from Great Outdoor Provision Company and Green Planet Catering.

For more information on the event, visit triangleland.org. The Frontier at RTP is located at 800 Park Offices Drive.

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Farmery’s Airstream Kitchen Opens at The Frontier in RTP The Farmery, a new startup that brings a fresh approach to local food by growing and selling at the same site, is now open at The Frontier in Research Triangle Park.

This is the first restaurant at RTP’s Park Center development, and represents the types of North Carolina-based businesses that will be a part of the overall project.

Offering a unique take on the farm-to-fork movement, many of the Farmery’s ingredients are sourced directly from shipping containers located across the Triangle that have been converted into crop boxes.

The Farmery hosts all operations out of a 1968 Airstream that has been converted into a kitchen. Located directly outside of The Frontier at 800 Park Office Drive, the Airstream Kitchen is equipped with the latest cooking and coffee equipment that will enable staff to produce the healthy and energizing items found on the menu.

“Dishes served by the Farmery flip the script on a typical American style menu built around large portions of meat by serving heaping portions of freshly harvested greens, herbs, nutrient dense superfoods, and gourmet mushrooms – all topped off with meats bathed in herbs,” said Ben Greene, CEO of the

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Farmery. “The menu is meant to center around virtuous eating with dishes like flatbreads, salad bowls, hot topped bowls, wraps, melts, smoothies and coffee drinks.”

Operating hours currently are 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Seating is available inside The Frontier for customers. Breakfast service with entrees, espresso drinks and smoothies is also available, with delivery service to RTP companies expected soon.

In late spring, an expansion will take place that includes the construction of an outdoor pavilion to provide seating and event space. Once completed, Farmery crop boxes will be located on site, creating a visible farm-to-table experience.

For information about the Farmery, visit thefarmery.com.

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Bayer Research Designed To Improve Bee Health

Annual Life Sciences Technology Conference in Raleigh March 31

Bayer and Project Apis are sponsoring research to improve the health of honeybee colonies in the U.S. within the next five years.

A multi-year, $1 million research effort, Bayer’s Healthy Hives 2020 initiative brought together a diverse group of bee experts to prioritize the most urgent research areas needed to improve the health of U.S. colonies by the end of 2020. Project Apis m., the leading non-profit organization dedicated to pollination research, will oversee the administration of the Bayer-funded research grants.

“While the overall number of honey bee colonies continues to increase, they are still being impacted by a wide range of health-related issues,” said Christi Heintz, executive director of Project Apis m., in Paso Robles, CA. “In issuing a request for proposals, our goal is to identify scientists and promising research initiatives that can help solve

ISPE Carolina-South Atlantic Chapter holds its 23rd Annual Life Sciences Technology Conference at 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Morten Nielsen, senior vice president at Novo Nordisk is featured speaker at the event, which will feature more than 250 exhibitors involved the pharmaceutical industry, networking opportunities with more than 1,000 industry professionals, product demonstrations, and industry-specific informational sessions.

ISPE-CaSA, which has nearly 3,000 members, is a not-for-profit volunteer society of technical professionals who apply their practical knowledge in the regulated pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing industries.

For more information or to register for the conference, visit ispe-casa.org. some of the most critical concerns facing beekeepers today.”

The new research effort arose out of Bayer’s Healthy Hives 2020 initiative, which launched in 2015 with a two-day workshop that brought together some of the nation’s leading bee health experts and stakeholders at the Bayer North American Bee Care Center in Research Triangle Park.

For more information on Bayer’s bee health programs, visit www.beehealth.bayer.us.

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Triangle Artworks kicked off 2016 in January with a special “New Year’s SMASH” event, which brought together the entire Triangle arts community at The Frontier in Research Triangle Park. Celebrating Triangle Artworks 5th Anniversary, the event included representatives from all arts disciplines – including film, theater, writing, all forms of visual arts, as well as arts administration and arts supporters. For more information, visit triangleartworks.org.

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Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting

Morrisville Chamber of Commerce members, elected officials, and guests gathered recently at Brier Creek Country Club to review 2015’s accomplishment and look ahead to 2016’s goals and plans.

Featured speaker this year was Bob Geolas, president and CEO of the Research Triangle Foundation, who provided general information about happenings in the Research Triangle Park and the plans to develop Park Center.

Two awards were announced during the session, and presented by 2015 Board Chair Vanessa Jenkins: United Drug Supply Inc. received the James M. Pugh Small Business of the Year; and Lindsey Chester of CaryCitizen was named Ambassador of the Year. 2016 Board Chair David Brunner of CASTO/Park West Village and Chamber President Sarah Gaskill also spoke to the group.

For more information, visit morrisvillechamber.org.

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The Western North Carolina region is one of the real treasures in North America, featuring the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, a mild year-round climate, scenic beauty, and a proliferation of charming mountain towns.

Nestled in this wonderland is Bright’s Creek, a private luxury community in Mill Spring, NC. Spanning 4,700 pristine acres, Bright’s Creek – a familyfriendly equestrian, golf and sporting club residential resort – is an exquisite destination less than 30 minutes from the sprawling Tryon International Equestrian Center. Guests drive down quiet country roads and are welcomed at a quaint greeter’s cottage that is manned around the clock. The landscape offers a calming escape from the outside world, with streams, creeks, waterfalls, glorious mountaintop views, and an award-winning, 90

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Tom Fazio-designed PGA golf course.

There is a world of unlimited possibility at Bright’s Creek.

Among the amenities are: • The Lodge, built in the tradition of a classic mountain resort, provides Southern hospitality and rustic charm that is a central gathering spot for entertainment, dining, and socializing with friends and family. Fully serviced with a professional staff, the Lodge also offers 12 guest rooms for visitors.

• A post-and-beam barn that is home to Bright’s Creek Equestrian Center, where riders of all ages and experience levels can take horseback riding lessons, practice jumping and dressage, and explore with guided trail rides along

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15 miles of well-groomed trails.

Boarding is available for guests’ equine companions.

• Plenty of outdoors activities, including an extensive network of tempting hiking trails, adorned with dozens of creeks and rivers, more than 75 waterfalls, stunning views, rare rock formations, and limitless flora, fauna, and visual delights. And whether it’s fishing, swimming, kayaking, rafting or cruising with friends on the Bright’s Creek pontoon boat, water is truly a way of life at Bright’s Creek.

• The BMW Off-Road Excursion: Bright’s Creek is the perfect natural setting to experience the off-road environment. “With inclines over 30 percent, steep side slopes and technical challenges, the drive to the top and back will put the BMW xDrive, Dynamic Stability Control, and Hill Descent Control features to the test,” said Donnie Isley, BMW professional driver and Bright’s Creek Excursion Instructor.

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Bright’s Creek Amenities The Lodge Featuring entertainment, dining, and 12 guest rooms for visitors Equestrian Center Lessons, practice jumping and dressage, boarding, trail rides BMW Off-Road Excursion A unique off-road experience, involving a 30 degree incline Outdoor Activities Miles of trails, waterfalls – and access to a wide range of activities

outdoor movies, listening to live music, or stargazing with the Bright’s Creek onsite astronomer. The restaurant and club are highly regarded by members who visit often for special events, weekend getaways, or just a nice dinner.

Bright’s Creek offers visitors fullservice lodge accommodations and a number of gorgeous, fully-outfitted homes for vacation rentals. There are also a variety of real estate offerings available for sale, including ready-to-build lots, which come with a full equity club membership. Future amenities will also

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include a swim and fitness club and a premier gun club.

The Bright’s Creek development has a $100-million infrastructure, including 18 miles of roads, underground utilities – featuring triple play fiber optic cable, natural gas, water, sewer and electric already in place. Three distinct property types are available, including lots, cottages and condominium villas, which embody the new spirit of the community. Lots range from a half acre to threeplus acres and are priced from $150,000 to $600,000-plus. Condominium villas and cottages start at $599,000.

Bright’s Creek is only a short drive from the 919, through Charlotte.

Nearby mountain towns include Lake Lure, Hendersonville, Asheville, Tryon, and Chimney Rock – featuring farmer’s markets, local artisans, historic sites and seasonal festivals.

And Bright’s Creek provides a wide and dynamic range of programming and activities – both on property and off – to keep the calendar full, regardless of season. If it’s fun...it’s at Bright’s Creek.

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919 | MUSIC FEST • Band of Oz (genre: Motown classics and new hits, along with their signature beach music). Band of Oz was formed in 1967 – and went on the road full time in 1977. Since that time, the band has made an exceptional name for itself throughout the Southeast U.S. by playing the top clubs and corporate parties, and getting excellent reviews along the way. One of the most successful groups in the region, the band now features a full horn section to total a dynamic eight-member group that was inducted into the North Carolina Beach Music Hall of Fame.

2nd Annual 919 Music Fest North Raleigh Event Benefits American Red Cross, Features 5 Live Performances and More

The 2nd Annual 919 Music Fest allday live music event on Sunday, May 22 in North Raleigh features a wide range of highly talented bands this year – including the legendary Band of Oz. A benefit for the American Red Cross, Eastern North Carolina Region – and recognizing first responders and their families in the Triangle – the 919 Music Fest is open to the public and includes live entertainment throughout the day, local vendor booths, food trucks and tents, a beer and wine garden, and more. A special Kids Zone also is planned for the family friendly event.

This year’s featured entertainment on the 919 Main Stage includes: • Four Founders (genre: mix of southern rock, blues, and North Carolina twang). This Southern quintet provides a refreshing musical mix that keeps the toes tapping.

• Night Shift (genre: classic and contemporary rock). A six-piece band that has performed together for more than 10 years, the high-energy Night Shift performs both classic and contemporary rock music.

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RALEIGH, NC 2016 • Tornado Blues Band, featuring the Hornados (genre: sultry blues band with an incredible horn section).

Tornado Blues Band, based in the Triangle, play many of the area’s most popular joints and clubs – and are known for keeping dance floors packed for hours.

• Jason Adamo Band (genre: covers and original songs). Adamo – a North Carolina based soul/rock oriented singer and songwriter – has toured throughout the U.S. with such artists as Ben Harper, Jack Johnson, Hootie and the Bowfish and many more. www.919Magazine.com

Sponsored by Sir Walter Chevrolet, the 919 Music Fest is presented by 919 Magazine and is planned for 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at an open area near 8501 Glenwood Avenue (just south of I-540) in North Raleigh. In addition to providing financial support for the local American Red Cross chapter – which often times provides the initial first responders in local emergency situations – the special event will provide opportunities to recognize and pay tribute to police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, military personnel and National Guard and their families.

“We are thrilled to bring such an exciting lineup of live music to the region,” said Suzy Beth Sarver, publisher of 919 Magazine. “Not only are these highly successful performers, but all are committed to putting on a high-energy show in support of a wonderful organization – the local chapter of the American Red Cross – that provides support, shelter, food, comfort and more to residents in the time of emergency.”

Organizers seek volunteers to support the effort – and vendor registration is now under way. Additional sponsorships also are available to local businesses. To secure vendor or sponsorship information, call 919-864-7300, email info@919Magazine.com, or visit www.919MusicFest.com. Information also is available at www.facebook. com/919MusicFest.

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MOST FUTURE-READY CITIES? RALEIGH RANKS

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Raleigh ranks sixth on a new list of “America’s most future-ready cities.”

The findings of the Dell Future Ready Economies Model are based on insights and criteria developed at the 2015 Strategic Innovation Summit: Enabling Economies for the Future, hosted by Harvard University and sponsored by Dell.

San Jose, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Boston and Austin, TX, ranked ahead of Raleigh. Charlotte ranked 15th.

“We’re very confident these cities will grow faster in the next five to 10 years than most other cities,” said James Diffley, IHS Economics Group Managing Director for U.S. Regional Services.

SOURCE: 2015 Strategic Innovation Summit

City With Longest Life Expectancy In North Carolina?

In a new analysis, Raleigh was listed as the North Carolina city where people live the longest.

According to 24/7 Wall St. compared such factors as poverty rates, levels of physical activity, economics and income levels.

Raleigh’s average life expectancy for residents was 79.9 years, above the U.S. average of 78.5 years. Rocky Mount was at the bottom of the North Carolina list, with a life expectancy of 75.4 years.

RALEIGH BEST CITY FOR YOUNG FAMILIES

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Raleigh is third on a new ranking of the “Best Cities for Young Families.”

Austin and Houston in Texas topped the list. Des Moines, IA; Dallas, TX; Sioux Falls, SD; and Seattle followed Raleigh. Charlotte is 43rd on the list, with Wilmington at 102nd and Asheville at 110th.

The list, compiled by Value Penguin, ranked 156 cities on 16 data points, including safety and health care, outdoor activities, and education/environment.

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BEST CITIES FOR FIT, HAPPY MEN? Raleigh Ranks #1 Men’s Health magazine ranks Raleigh at the top of its new ranking of America’s best cities for men who are fit and happy.

Raleigh finished ahead of San Jose, CA; Madison, WI; Anaheim, CA; and Burlington, VT. Other North Carolina cities making the list: Charlotte, Durham and Greensboro.

Birmingham, AL, was at the bottom of the list.

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Among Top Moving Destinations in U.S. United Van Lines’ new 2015 National Movers Study ranks North Carolina fifth among top moving destinations (inbound) in the U.S. Top “inbound” states on the list were Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont and Idaho. Following North Carolina were Florida, Nevada, the District of Columbia, Texas and Washington state.

New Jersey topped the list of outbound states, followed

by New York, Illinois, Connecticut, Ohio and Kansas.

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