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BLUEGRASS RAMBLE

Official showcase performances at the IBMA's annual World of Bluegrass Business Conference form the premier platform for introducing talent and new music to the bluegrass community.

AWARDS SHOW

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Supporting Local Businesses Shopping Locally Improves Area’s Economy, Creates More Jobs

Gigi’s Cupcakes 5K Popular Brier Creek Event Raises Funds for Make A Wish Eastern NC

Raleigh’s Canvas on Demand Brier Creek Company Offers Canvas Prints of Favorite Photos and More

919 Girls Night Out Continues It’s All About Sipping, Sharing And Socializing at Unique Events

North Carolina State Fair New Attractions, Food, Live Music, Contests, Competitions and More

World of Bluegrass in Raleigh A Weeklong Bluegrass Music Experience Like No Other World

Something for Everyone Theatre in the Park Attracts Enthusiastic Crowds, Supporters

Legends of the Game SAS Championship Brings World’s Best Golfers to the 919

Meeting the Demand RTP Wake Tech Campus Opens In Morrisville in Spring of 2018

Awareness of Brain Aneurysms Ellie Helton Memorial 5K Helps Raises Needed Funds for Research

Access to Entrepreneurial Resources Bunker Labs First Muster RDU Event Provide Support for Local Veterans

Funding ‘Shop with a Cop’ Rolesville Police Department 5K Race Benefits Needy Children

Tasty Autumn Recipes This is the Season for Easy Preparation And Wonderful Aromas and Tastes

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Community Events School Events Extracurricular Activities Community Sports Walks, Runs and Rides Outdoor Activities Autumn Events, Activities Halloween Events, Activities Breast Cancer Month Events

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A Desire to Help Children

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Morrisville’s Parks Team Expands Amenities For Fast-Growing Town

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Reminder: I Like Autumn Friends, In case you have somehow missed my autumn Publisher’s Note over the past four years, may I remind you: I like autumn. What is there not to like? We live in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. North Carolina comes alive in the fall – the music, the festivals, the smell of baked apples, the pumpkins and costumes and the tree lined roadways that look like Mother Nature threw open her bag of skittles. The crackling fires, the football games and the wonderful opportunity to gather with friends and family to celebrate and give thanks.

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919| |EVENTS events&&ACTIVITIES activities 919 Community Events BRIER CREEK/ BETHESDA/RDU COMMUNITY EVENTS NORTH SEPRALEIGH, LEESVILLE 9/1-29, 10/6-27

Youth Gymnastics NOV Fun-filled introduction to gymnastics 11/5-7 basics on Thursdays

41st Visions Annual 9:30-10:15 am: Age 9-24 mon ($30-40 fee) 10:30-11:15 am: of Sugarplums Holiday Age 2-3 ($30-40 fee) Art & Gift Show am-12:15 Free 11:30 admission, parkingpm: Age93-4 ($30-40 fee) Thu-Fri: am-8 pm Brier Creek Sat: 9 am-3 pm Community Center Quail10810 Hollow Globe Swim Rd, Raleigh 919-420-2340 & Tennis Clubhouse 800 parks.raleighnc.gov Orleans Pl, Raleigh 919-847-4868 visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com

9/12

9/20, 10/4

BC Golden Years 11/20-22 Club Open House

Tennis for Good Charitable Activities, day trips, socializing Tennis Tournament speakers, more for age 55-plus

7 am-5 pm 10-11 am Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center Brier Creek Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd # B, Raleigh 10810 Globe Rd, Raleigh www.tennisforgood.org 919-251-9602, 919-521-0921 parks.raleighnc.gov

DEC 12/3 9/23

Reindeer Games Songs, 5th Annual BCAmore Golf Tournament stories, games, for Bethesda Christian Academy Age Benefit 3-5; 10-10:45 am; $10 fee 10 am-2 pm Tennis Center Millbrook Exchange Falls VillageForest Golf Rd Course 1905 B Spring 115 Falls Village Dr, Durham 919-872-4128 919-598-0190 parks.raleighnc.gov bcacrusaders.org

12/4-20

Musical: ‘Nuncrackers’ 9/24 Fri, Sat: 8 pm; Sun: 3 pm Tickets: Pups$12-$18 at the Pool

Comfort Zone Camp 11/10

CharityFarm Golf Classic Horseshoe Benefit for Comfort Zone Camp Nature Preserve and services to grieving children Dedication Ceremony 10:30 am-6:30 pm 10 am Brier Creek Country Club 2900 Horse Show Farm Rd 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh Parking: WRAL Soccer Complex comfortzonecamp.org parks.raleighnc.gov

For BCCC members; dog treats provided North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre 10 am-12 pm 7713-51 Lead Mine Rd Brier Creek Country Club 919-866-0228 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh nract.org 919-206-4600 briercreekcc.com

12/6

Holiday Cookies, 9/30 Milk with Santa 2-8; to 1:30-2:30 pm;Bingo $8 Age Back School

9/12-26, 10/3-31 11/12

Thanksgiving PreschoolFun Dance Lessons

Age 3-6; 10-11 am; Introduction to $5 ballet and jazz on Crafts, games and stories Mondays - 10:30-11:15 am: Age 2-3 Lake($30-40 Lynn Community Center fee) -11:30 am-12:15 pm: Age 79213-4 Ray($30-40 Rd fee) 919-870-2911 Brier Creek Community Center parks.raleighnc.gov 10810 Globe Rd, Raleigh 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

11/14

Pre-registration required Pizza, bingo, crafts, and fun Lake6-9 Lynn Community Center pm; Grades K-5; $10 fee 7921 RayCreek Rd Community Center Brier 919-870-2911 10810 Globe Rd, Raleigh parks.raleighnc.gov 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

12/8

Santa’s OCTElves Ornament Special

Sertoma Fall Arts Fair

Enjoy milk, cookies with 10/8 Santa, and make an ornament;

Demonstrations, tours, food, more 9/15 10 am-5 pm

bring Playtwofor P.I.N.K. non-perishable

Sertoma Evening of Hope Arts Center

benefit for research and 1400A W Millbrook Rd treatment of mental illness, 919-996-2329 with Ashley Judd as keynote parks.raleighnc.gov speaker and featuring 5-course LRHS DECA’s Saving Grace dinner by Iron Chef Walter Royal Walk Against Animal Angus Barn PavilionAbuse Benefitting Saving Grace 9401 Glenwood Dr,Animals Raleighfor Adoption 919-781-9255 Lakeblair@walkforhope.com Lynn Community Center 7921walkforhope.com Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-520-2984 zachwalker123@gmail.com lrhsdeca.wix.com/savinggrace

9/17

Autism Awareness Cyclebar Ride

11/15 Benefit for Autism Society of NC

foodGolf, itemstennis, table games, luncheon Andam; health fair to benefit Breast 10-11 age 1-12 Cancer Research Foundation; sponsored Pre-registration required by Brier Creek Ladies Golf Association Greystone Community Center Brier Creek Country Club 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh 919-996-4848 919-206-4600 parks.raleighnc.gov play4pinkbcc@gmail.com briercreek4pink.org

BRIER 10/7CREEK

NOV Comedy Night 11/6 Featuring golf comic TP Mulrooney;

sponsored by The Laughter Club for Pre-Holiday BCCC members and guests Wine Expo 6 pm; tickets and dinner, $21.50

Annual 6 pm; $50 donation for ride, free 2nd Handmade tank orMarket tee, 2 free rides at CycleBar Hanukkah Brierpm; Creek; 10 am-3 free meet at the Clock Tower, Brier Creek Temple Beth Or Commons, 8000 Brier Creek Raleigh 5315Pkwy, Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh christie.meyers@cyclebarbriercreek.com 919-931-2537 briercreek.cyclebar.com hanukkahmarket.com

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9/1-10/31

9/10-10/1, 10/8-29

10-year Anniversary

Details to be announced; call for info Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd, Raleigh 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/9

28TH Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk, Run for Hope

Benefit for Foundation of Hope for Research & Treatment of Mental Illness Field Certified 5K and 10K Angus Barn Restaurant 9401 Glenwood Dr, Raleigh 919-781-9255 walkforhope@walkforhope.com walkforhope.com

10/15

Gigi’s Cupcakes 5K, Walk

Presented by FS Series to benefit Make A Wish Eastern NC 8 am; 12-under, $15; 13-up, $25 Brier Creek Commons 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy #105, Raleigh Gigscupcakes5K.com

SEP/OCT

Brier Creek Seniors

Social activities, speakers, trips, games and more 10-11:30 am, Tuesdays Brier Creek Community Center 9801 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh 919-973-4044 parks.raleighnc.gov

11/2, 4

Candy Buy Back

$1 gift (per pound) for children’s wrapped Halloween candy (plus 1 patient reward point for patients); candy donated to Ronald McDonald House of North Carolina 11/2: 9 am-5 pm 11/4: 9 am-12 pm Brier Creek Orthodontics 10411 Moncreiffe Rd, #105A Brierdale Shopping Center, Raleigh 919-544-9700 briercreekortho.com

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Sertoma Arts Center Exhibits Raleigh Room: Susie Huser, Anne Harmon (mixed media) Hall Gallery: Lauri Artsen (paintings) On Display: Ann Lawtey (prints) Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W Millbrook Rd 919-996-2329 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/6-27, 10/4-25

Mommy & Baby Fitness

For new mom and her under-1 child; yoga, strengthening, dance 10:15-11 am, Tuesdays; $40 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/7-11/9

Dog Obedience

Instruction on basic commands and controlling a dog from the Raleigh Kennel Club; for dogs under 6 mon old 7:30-8:30 pm, Wed; age 13-up; $40 fee Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/9

Road Dahl’s 100th Birthday Party

Crafts and activities related to children’s author and his books 2 pm; Grades K-5; free Leesville Community Library 5105 Country Trail, Raleigh 919-571-6661 wakegov.com/libraries

9/9

Teddy Bear Day

Bring a favorite Teddy Bear for a special celebration of National Teddy Bear Day (stories, crafts, games) 3-4:30pm; age 3-5; $8 fee Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/10-10/1

Ballet/Tap Lessons

Learn tendues, shuffles, more 9:15-10:15 am; age 2-3; $40 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Cheerleading Fusion

High energy class mixing cheerleading and hip hop dance 12:15-1:15 pm, Sat; age 6-13; $40 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/15

Family Nature Night – Turtles

See, touch and learn about turtles, enjoy a craft and hear a story; age 3-up 7-8 pm; youths, $2; adults, $4 Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W. Millbrook Rd 919-996-2329 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/17

Evening of Pawsibilities

16th annual benefit for Second Chance Pet Adoptions 6:30-10 pm North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh facebook.com/SecondChanceNC secondchancenc.org

9/22

Dr. James Merrill at JCRC

WCPSS presentation, followed by reception 7 pm; free admission Tempe Beth Or 5315 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh RSVP: JCRC@shalomraleigh.org shalomraleigh.org/JCRC

OCT 10/4-25

Not Just Coloring

A four-week art class to inspire Imagination, encourage creativity 4-5:30 pm, Tue; age 5-10; $40 fee Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Road, Raleigh 919-996-2770 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/6-27

Funky Soul Hip Hop

Learn advanced routines and tricks 7:30-8:30 pm; age 13-18; $45 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/7, 8

Krafty Kids Art

“Whoo’s There?” creative art and craft project; registration required 12:30-1:30 pm; age 3-5; $7 fee each day Optimist Community Center 5902 Whittier Dr, Raleigh 919-870-2880 parks.raleighnc.gov

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10/22

SEP/OCT

Secure Your ID Day

Princess and Pirate Party

Shredding event sponsored by Better Business of Eastern NC 8 am-12:30 pm Coastal Federal Credit Union 100 Saint Albans Dr, Raleigh bbb.org/Raleigh-Durham

10/19

10/24

Photography Skills

Senior Scams and Fraud

Lunch and Learn Bring a bag lunch and passion for photography; different topic each month from Denise Myers 12-1 pm; age 16-up; $10 fee Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Road, Raleigh 919-996-2770 parks.raleighnc.gov

Interactive program by the BBB 1-2 pm; age 18-up; free Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/31

Zombie Survival Course

10/21

Tie Die Family Night

Storytelling, crafts, games, tea party and pirate snack 10-11:30 am; $8 fee Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

Tie dye matching shirts for the entire family; bring a while T-shirt; registration required 5:30-7 pm; all ages; free Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

Hands-on, outdoor activity on tactics, sheltering, and other needs to survive zombie attacks; registration required 8 am-5 pm; age 10-15; $50 fee Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 parks.raleighnc.gov

Bedford Toastmasters

Weekly meetings focused on public speaking and leadership skills 7:30 am, Tuesdays Bedford Clubhouse 10630 Bedfordtown Dr, Raleigh bedfordtoastmasters.com

MORRISVILLE/ NORTH CARY SEP 9/2-10/22

Acoustic Nights In The District

Live music Fridays, Saturdays 6-9 pm; free The District at Park West Village 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville 919-467-8880 parkwestvillage.net

9/9-18

Restaurant Week In the Village

Experience great deals at favorite restaurants and have a chance to win a $1,000 gift package The District at Park West Village 3400 Village Market Pl, Morrisville parkwestvillage.net

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919 | events & activities 9/10

Kicks 4 Kids Family Fun Day for Kids

Walk and Kids Fun Run to benefit Note in the Pocket 8:30-11 am Walk: Adults, $10; 18-under, free Kids Fun Run: $10 (prizes awarded) Credit Suisse Campus 7033 Louis Stephens Dr, Morrisville noteinthepocket.org

9/11

9-11 Remembrance 5K Run/Walk

Registration on day of event; bell Ringing ceremony to follow race 8:46 am start (time of 1st plane hit) Morrisville Fire Station 1 200 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville townofmorrisville.org

9/16

Movies in the Park

“Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens”, with food trucks, music, Inflatables and more 5:30-10 pm; free Morrisville Community Park fields 1520 Morrisville Pkwy townofmorrisville.org

9/21

State of Morrisville

Annual update on budgets, growth, development, plans from town, regional officials 7:30-10 am Cost: $14 Chamber members, $40 non-members (RSVP by 9/14) Hyatt House Raleigh Durham Airport 10962 Chapel Hill Rd, Morrisville Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

9/22

Coffee & Connections

7:30 am-8:30 am; free for members Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr, Ste A 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

9/22-25

CERT Basic Training Class

20-hour Community Emergency Response Team training program Fire Station 1 200 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-6122 spadgett@townofmorrisville.org townofmorrisville.org

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Movies in the Park

“The Jungle Book”, with food trucks, music, inflatables and more 5:30-10 pm; free Morrisville Community Park fields 1520 Morrisville Pkwy townofmorrisville.org

OCT 10/5

Day of Service

Opportunity for members to give back to local non-profits; sponsored by Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 7:30 am-12 pm, followed by lunch Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

10/6

Transportation Plan Update Open House

Staff, consultants collect feedback from public on town comprehensive transportation plan goals, vision 5-7 pm Morrisville Council Chambers 100 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-6927 townofmorrisville.org

10/11-16

SAS Championship

PGA Champions Tour event, raising funds for local youth via YMCA of the Triangle educational initiatives See website for tickets, times Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary saschampionship.com

10/15

Cary Diwali Festival

Yatra: A Journey in Time Gates open, 10 am; Program, 11 am Gen Adm: Free; Parking, $5 Koka Booth Amphitheatre 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary humsub.net/our-event/cary-diwali/

10/15

Ellie Helton Memorial 5K & Fun Run

Benefit for the Brain Aneurysm Foundation 5K, $30; 1M Run (12-under), $10; virtual, $50 10/14, 5-7 pm: Packet pickup at Fleet Feet Sports, Morrisville 10/15, 8-9 am, Packet pickup, onsite reg; 8-10 am, silent auction; 9 am, 1M Fun Run; 9:30 am, 5K Run/Walk; 10:45 am,

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10/17

Morrisville Chamber Fall Golf Classic

Captain’s Choice format, contests, breakfast, lunch, awards reception 7:30 am, registration; 9 am, start Governors Club 10100 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

10/24

Trick or Treat the Trail

Collect goodies from costumed characters, inflatables, food trucks and more 4-7 pm: Trick or Treat the Trail 7-9 pm: Hotel Transylvania (PG) Free Morrisville Community Park fields 1520 Morrisville Pkwy townofmorrisville.org

10/27

Entrepreneurial Workshop

Presented by Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 7:30-10 am; RSVP by 10/20 Free for members; $35 for non-members Lenovo 1009 Think Place, Bldg 1, Morrisville 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

10/27

Fall Festival

Trick or treat the shopping center, then enjoy a free outdoor screening of a kid-friendly Halloween movie 4-8 pm; free The District at Park West Village 3400 Village Market Pl, Morrisville parkwestvillage.net

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK SEP 9/1, 8, 22, 29 RTP Happy Hour

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

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9/15

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5K

RTP 180

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

Big Launch Challenge

See Spot Run 5K

8:30 am Proceeds benefit the APS of Durham The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr runsignup.com

9/13

Joint venture of The Launch Space and First Flight Venture Center to showcase tech-driven business ideas with a live pitch event 1 pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr, RTP thelaunchplace.org

OCT 10/1

ProductCampRTP Fall Unconference

Back to Business Women’s Conference

Topic: Fashion 5:30 pm-8 pm (free) Pre-registration required The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

9/20

9/11

10/6-7

Networking event for anyone involved In product introduction, development; music, beer, food, speakers 5:30-9:30 pm; free with registration The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr productcamprtp.org

Workshops, information, discussions, speakers about careers in technology $75 early bird; $40 students The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr womenintechsummit.net/raleigh/

The Triangle’s Highest Rated Movie Theater and only Truly Unique Restaurant.

Serving Beer, Wine Great Casual Foods Homemade Desserts! 4 Shows Nightly Special Afternoon Family Matinees

10/6, 13, 27 RTP Happy Hour

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

10/20

RTP 180

Women in Tech Summit

Seminars, panel discussions, coaching on re-entering workforce Thu: 8 am-3pm; Fri: 8am-4pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr backtobusinessconference.com

Topic: TBD 5:30 pm-8 pm (free) Pre-registration required The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

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9/10

Kauffman Labs’ 1 Million Cups

RTPfit Cardio

WAKEFIELD/ WAKE FOREST/ ROLESVILLE

RTP Food Truck Rodeo

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 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, Fri 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

SOUTHPOINT/ SOUTH DURHAM 9/3

Music on Main Concert Series

Live music by the Grass Cats 6-9 pm; free Cinema Stage (Cinema Circle) Streets at Southpoint 6910 Fayetteville Rd, Durham 919-572-8808 streetsatsouthpoint.com

9/8

Back Porch Music on the Lawn

Featuring Dom Flemons Duo with The South Carolina Broadcasters 6 pm American Tobacco Amphitheater 318 Blackwell St, Durham Americantobaccocampus.com

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5th Annual BCA Golf Tournament

Benefit for Bethesda Christian Academy 10 am-2 pm Falls Village Golf Course 115 Falls Village Dr, Durham 919-598-0190 bcacrusaders.org

SEP 9/1-29

Music at Midday

9/1: Eugene Taylor 9/8: Freddy Green 9/15: Mister Felix 9/22: Hope Marasco, Blake Anderson 9/29: Lee Holt 12-1 pm, Thursdays Centennial Plaza Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S Brooks St wakeforestnc.gov

9/2, 10/7

First Friday Flix

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

9/4

Unplugged Concert In The Park

Dark Water Rising performs, presented By PineCone, Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, WF Parks and Rec 5-7 pm; free E Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd, WF wakeforestnc.gov

9/7, 21

Carolina Puppet Theatre

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

9/9

Friday Night on White

Music by Crush 6-9 pm; free South White St, WF Wakeforestnc.gov

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K-5 Super Special Grandparents Party

Listen to reading of favorite grandparent books, make keepsake gifts, cards 3 pm; Grades K-5; free Northeast Regional Library 11401 Green Elm Ln 919-570-7166 anna.ward@wakegov.com wakegov.com/libraries

9/12, 10/3

Memorial Flag Raising Ceremony

Monthly ceremony honoring sacrifices of deceased WF veterans and their families 11 am Centennial Plaza, WF 919-327-7887 wakeforestnc.gov

9/16-18, 23-25

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

Presented by Forest Moon Theater 7:30-9:30 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 Brooks St, WF wakeforestnc.gov/arsenic-old-lace.aspx

9/16

Father Daughter Dance

Music, dancing and refreshments 6:30 pm; $20 per couple Alston-Massenburg Center 416 N Taylor St, WF 919-556-7063 wakeforestnc.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/

9/17

Oak City Chamber Players

Family friendly concert featuring Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet, craft 1 pm; all ages; free Northeast Regional Library 11401 Green Elm Ln 919-570-7166 anna.ward@wakegov.com wakegov.com/libraries

9/17

Feis in the Forest Irish Music Festival

Presented by Ancient Order of Hibernians, Featuring Celtic bands, Irish dancers, kids area, contests, food trucks, vendors, more 11 am-7 pm Along Taylor Street, WF 919-628-9024 raleighirishfestival.com

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9/24-25

10/5, 19

Superhero 5K

Pet Extravaganza

Sponsored by the WF Masonic Lodge to benefit Oxford Orphanage 9-11 am E Carroll Joyner Park, WF wflodge282@gmail.com nextdoor.com

Presented by Dirty Dogs to benefit local animal rescues All day event E Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd, WF dirtydogsllc.com/extravaganza2016/

9/18

9/25

Good Neighbor Day

CROP Hunger Walk

A day of food, fun and family entertainment 1-4 pm; free Holding Park 133 W Owen Ave, WF 919-435-9491 wakeforestnc.gov

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9/20

Wake Forest Chamber 2016 Golf Tournament

“Walk, Give, Change the World” 2-4 pm WF Historical Museum 414 N Main St, WF 919-453-7034 crophungerwalk.org/wakeforestnc/

Presented by Trident Technology Solutions 11 am-6 pm; shotgun start, 1 pm Hasentree Golf Club 7305 Village Club Dr, WF 919-556-1519 wakeforestchamber.org

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

10/9

Purr Partners 5K Run

“Until They All Have A Home” 9 am Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest runnc.com

10/14

Art After Hours

5-9 pm Downtown Wake Forest wfdrc.org

3K(ish) Mom Prom

Carolina Puppet Theatre

Benefit for Aplastic Anemia Research, Beads of Courage, Juvenile Diabetes, and Team Harrison vs Leukemia; Live music, food truck rodeo, and more 4-7 pm Brooks Street Bowl parking lot 413 Brooks St, Wake Forest 919-270-7906 mompromnc@gmail.com

10/17

NC Symphony Instrument Zoo

Book reading and interactive demonstration by the String Quartet 10:30-11:30 am WF Renaissance Centre 405 Brooks St, WF ncsymphony.org/musicdiscovery

MaggieMoo’s has gone local with a new name, new look, new ﬂavors, and a whole lot of homemade goodness!

Our ice cream is made one small batch at a time, right in our store. Come taste the diﬀerence!

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AUTUMN 2016

919 | events & activities 10/22

Tip a Cop for Special Olympics

Wake Forest police serving customers, accepting donations to support Special Olympics 11 am-9 pm Red Robin 11420 Capital Blvd, WF wakeforestnc.gov

10/22

HERO 5K Sponsored by the Rolesville Police Dept to fund “Shop With a Cop” program 8 am Rolesville Community School Park rolesvillenc.gov

10/27

Business & Community Expo

Presented by CenturyLink; sponsored by Rolesville and Wake Forest chambers 3-7 pm; free, open to the public Richland Creek Community Church 3229 Burlington Mills Rd, WF 919-556-1519 wakeforestchamber.org rolesvillechamber.org

10/29

Paws for Life 5K-9 and Dog Walk/Costume Contest

10 am Wake Forest College Birthplace 450 N Main St, Wake Forest runnc.com

10/29

RUN for YOU!

7 am Proceeds benefit Friedrich’s Ataxia Research Alliance Run-n-Tri Outfitters 11831 Retail Dr, Wake Forest milesintosmiles.com

919 CALENDAR Special observances in September 2016 include:

International Literacy Day (9/8) Grandparents Day (9/11) Constitution Day (9/16) Nat. Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

9/5

Labor Day

9/22

Fall Equinox First Day of Autumn

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Special observances in October 2016 include: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Domestic Violence Awareness Month National Chocolate Day (10/28)

10/2-4

Rosh Hashana

10/10

Columbus Day

10/12

Yom Kippur

10/30

Diwali (Hindu Festival)

10/31

Halloween

SCHOOLS

Hispanic Family Night 6-7 pm Durant Road Middle 10401 Durant Rd, Raleigh 919-870-4098 wcpss.net/durantroadms

9/2

Kindergarten Meet the Teacher

Meet the Teacher

3-5 pm Richland Creek Elementary 840 Wallridge Dr, WF 919-554-6333 wcpss.net/richlandcreekes

7 pm Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Dr, Raleigh 919-881-4800 wcpss.net/sandersonhs

9/8

Open House

5:30-7 pm Lynn Road Elementary 1601 Lynn Rd, Raleigh 919-870-4074 wcpss.net/lynnroades

9/8, 20

7th Grade Inventor’s Fair

East Cary Middle 1111 SE Maynard Rd, Cary 919-466-4377 wcpss.net/eastcaryms

9/10

An Exceptional Evening

SEP 9/1

9/7

Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

9/13

Meet the Teacher

5-8 pm Wakefield High 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh wcpss.net/wakefieldhs

9/13

Open House, Meet the Teacher

6:30-7:30 pm Wake Forest High 420 W Stadium Dr, WF 919-554-8611 wcpss.net/wakeforesths

9/2

9/13

Kindergarten

2-2:30 pm Pleasant Grove Elementary 3605 Pleasant Grove Church Rd 919-694-8770 wcpss.net/pleasantgrovees

Meet the Teacher

6-8 pm Wakefield Middle 2300 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh 919-562-3500 wcpss.net/wakefieldms

9/5

9/14

First Full Day of Kindergarten Cedar Fork Elementary 1050 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-388-5240 cedarfork.weebly.com

9/6

All K First Day

Bethesda Elementary 2009 S Miami Blvd, Durham 919-560-3904 bethesda.dpsnc.net

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Open House, Meet the Teacher 6:30-8 pm Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 wcpss.net/greenhopehs

9/15

Meet the Teacher

7:30-11:30 am Heritage High 1150 Forestville Rd, Wake Forest 919-570-5600 wcpss.net/heritagehs

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9/21

7100 Hilburn Dr, Raleigh 919-571-6800 hilburnacademy.net

9/23

Open House and Dinner on the Lawn

School Tour

5-7 pm Wakefield Elementary 2400 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh 919-562-3555 wcpss.net/wakefieldes

Available for prospective students 10 am Morrisville Elementary 1519 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville 919-460-3400 morrisvilleyearround.org

9/15

9/22

Open House

6 pm Abbotts Creek Elementary 9900 Durant Rd, Raleigh 919-694-0555 wcpss.net/abbottscreekes

9/15

9/22

Meet the Teacher

6-9 pm Rolesville Middle 4700 Burlinton Mills Rd, Rolesville 919-570-2260 wcpss.net/rolesvillems

Time TBA Fox Road Elementary 7101 Fox Rd, Raleigh 919-850-8845 wcpss.net/foxroades

9/22

Senior Parent Night

Bring a picnic, or use food trucks on site for the event 5-7 pm Hilburn Academy

Benefit for Bethesda Christian Academy 10 am-2 pm Falls Village Golf Course 115 Falls Village Dr, Durham 919-598-0190 bcacrusaders.org

9/23

BCA Movie Under The Stars

“Back to School Movie” night in BCA parking lot; movie at dusk 7:30-9:30 pm Bethesda Christian Academy 1914 S Miami Blvd, Durham 919-598-0190 bcacrusaders.org

9/24

Back to School Picnic

6-7:30 pm Rolesville High 1099 E Young St, Rolesville 919-554-6303 wcpss.net/rolesvillehs

Open House

9/20

5:30-7:30 pm Leesville Road Elementary School 8402 Pride Way, Raleigh 919-870-4200 wcpss.net/leesvilleroades

5th Annual BCA Golf Tournament

SHS Yard Sale

8 am-3 pm Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Dr, Raleigh 919-881-4800 wcpss.net/sandersonhs

Peck's Taekwondo America "Training Tomorrow's Leaders"

New Students Only

919-846-6578 www.peckstkd.com 919 Magazine

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Family Assembly and Fall Open House

8:15 am Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

9/29

Fall Variety Show

7-9:30 pm; $10 adults, $7 students Wake Forest High 420 W Stadium Dr, WF 919-554-8611 wcpss.net/wakeforesths

9/30

Fall Family Day

PATT Picnic and Homecoming events and activities Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

9/30

Fall Festival

Time TBA Morrisville Elementary 1519 Morrisville Pkwy, Morrisville 919-460-3400 morrisvilleyearround.org

OCT 10/1

Fall Festival

Time TBA Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 wcpss.net/greenhopehs

10/1

Homecoming Dance

Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

10/6

Eklektikos

MHS Performing Arts showcase 7 pm; $5 Millbrook High 2201 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh 919-850-8787 wcpss.net/millbrookhs

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10/7

10/22

Homecoming Parade

4:30-5 pm Rolesville High 1099 E Young St, Rolesville 919-554-6303 wcpss.net/rolesvillehs

10/7

PTA Screen on the Green

5:30-8 pm Brier Creek Elementary 9801 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh 919-484-4747 wcpss.net/briercreekes

10/8

Homecoming Dance

8-11 pm Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Dr, Raleigh 919-881-4800 wcpss.net/sandersonhs

10/8

Homecoming Dance

7-10 pm Rolesville High 1099 E Young St, Rolesville 919-554-6303 wcpss.net/rolesvillehs

10/14

School Dance

5:30-7:30 pm West Millbrook Middle 6115 Strickland Rd, Raleigh 919-870-4050 wmms.net

10/14

PTA Movie Night

6:30 pm Sycamore Creek Elementary 10921 Leesville Rd, Raleigh 919-841-4333 wcpss.net/sycamorecreekes

10/15

Homecoming Dance

10/5 Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way, Raleigh wcpss.net/leesvilleroadhs

10/21

Haunted Auditorium

6-9 pm Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 wcpss.net/greenhopehs

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Homecoming Dance

8-11 pm Wakefield High 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr, Raleigh 919-562-3600 wcpss.net/wakefieldhs

10/26

Open House

8:15 am, Founders Hall Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

10/27-29 Fall Play

7-10 pm; $10 adults, $7 students Wake Forest High 420 W Stadium Dr, WF 919-554-8611 wcpss.net/wakeforesths

10/27

Fun Run and Health Challenge

9:30 am Abbotts Creek Elementary 9900 Durant Rd, Raleigh 919-694-0555 wcpss.net/abbottscreekes

10/31

Trinity Academy Golf Classic

Sponsored by Second Empire Restaurant 9:30 am Hasentree Golf Course 1200 Keith Rd, WF 919-786-0114 trinityacademy.com

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS SEP 9/3-4

African American Cultural Festival

Art, music, dance, food and more Sat: 11 am-10 pm; Sun: 1-10 pm Downtown Raleigh 919-833-0140 aacfestival.org

9/7

Annual Meeting

Raleigh Chamber of Commerce 5-8:30 pm; $100 for members Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh 919-664-7082 raleighchamber.org

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9/9-25

9/15

3 Plays in Repretory

Hopscotch

120 bands of all genres 6:30-11:59 pm; daily and 3-day tickets available 400 block of Fayetteville St, Raleigh hopscotchmusicfest.com

9/9-11

Raleigh Greek Festival

9/10

Live music, marketplace, taverna, dancing, kids corner, Greek food; sponsored by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, benefitting Habitat for Humanity Check website for times; tickets, $3 Raleighgreekfestival.com

25th Annual Dog Olympics

9/9-11

Downtown Raleigh Home Show

Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St 877-871-7469 raleighfallshow.com

Sponsored by NC State College of Veterinary Medicine; dogs of all breeds, sizes may participate; rescue groups, shelters, canine-related vendors and services; food trucks; free microchip clinic North Carolina State University 1060 William Moore Dr, Raleigh ncdogolympics@gmail.com cvm.ncsu.edu/24th-annual-dog-olympics/

9/10

Rock & Roast

An evening of fun, food and music, to benefit for Read and Feed 5:30 pm Marbles Kids Museum 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh 919-538-3840 readandfeed.org

9/17

Feis in the Forest Irish Music Festival

9/17

Oktoberfest

Beericana

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‘Almost, Maine’, ‘True West’, and ‘Southern Baptist Sissies’ Mainstage Season: Visit website for times, dates and ticket info Theatre in the Park 107 Pullen Rd, Raleigh 919-831-6058 theatreinthepark.com

Craft Beer and Music Festival VIP: 12-6 pm; $75 (unlimited tastings, VIP restrooms) GA: 2-6 pm; $45 (unlimited tastings) Sugg Farm Park, Holly Springs beericana.com

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12 pm-5 pm; Free Enjoy a variety of beer, food, music, and shopping Lafayette Village 8480 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh lafayettevillageraleigh.com

AUTUMN 2016

919 | events & activities 9/17

Dragon Boat Festival

Music, dance, martial arts, more 9 am-4 pm; free admission ($5 parking) Koka Booth Amphitheatre 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary

9/17

Evening of Pawsibilities

16th annual benefit for Second Chance Pet Adoptions 6:30-10 pm North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh facebook.com/SecondChanceNC secondchancenc.org

9/23-25

Capital City Bikefest & Motorsports Expo

Sponsored by Ray Price Harley-Davidson Check website for times, events In Downtown Raleigh, and at dealership, 1126 S Saunders St 919-832-2261 capitalcitybikefest.com

9/24-25

Live & Local Bluegrass Festival

Free 2-day outdoor family-friendly event with vendors, kids zone, more Sat: 2-6 pm Louise Stephenson Amphitheatre at the Rose Garden, 301 Pogue St Sun: 11:30-6:30 pm Compienge Park, 106 Chamberlain St Hillsboroughstreet.org/bluegrass2016

9/25

La Fiesta del Pueblo

Music, vendors, food and more Downtown Raleigh 919-835-1525 elpueblo.org

9/27-10/1

World of Bluegrass

IBMA Business Conference Int Bluegrass Awards Show Bluegrass Film Festival Bluegrass Expo, Youth Events Showcase Performances Whole Hog BBQ Cookoff Wide Open Bluegrass Festival Downtown Raleigh ibma.org

9/28-10/1

TerraVita Food & Drink Festival

Dedicated to sustainability and showcasing food and beverage Tickets: $60-80 Downtown Chapel Hill 408-822-0276 info@terravitaevent.com terravitaevent.com

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OCT 10/12

Stars of Education

Wake Education Partnership honors WCPSS educators, presented by PNC 5-8 pm; $100 per person %50 WCPSS educators, retirees Raleigh Marriott City Center 500 Fayetteville St., Raleigh wakeed.org/stars/

10/13-23

North Carolina State Fair

Competitions, rides, vendors, music, food, livestock, events and more Check website for times, tickets NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh ncstatefair.org

10/14-16

International Festival

Check website for times, tickets Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh 919-782-0552 Internationalfocusnc.org

10/29

NC Wine Festival

Tastings, live music, food exhibits VIP: 11 am-6 pm GenAdm: 12-6 pm Tickets: $26-$58 Midtown Park at North Hills, Raleigh ncwinefestival.com/raleighafrican

10/29-4/9

Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation

Traveling exhibit City of Raleigh Museum 919-996-2220 cityofraleighmuseum.org

10/31

Breakfast of Champions

Benefit for Boys & Girls Clubs, Featuring Terrence and Torry Holt 7:30 am Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh 919-834-6282 dpietrzak@wakebgc.org wakebgc.org

SPECIALS/OTHER SEP

Parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Night Out

Jumping, games, dinner, movie 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

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Acting, voice, theater Training & Camps

Sonorous Road Productions 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 sonorousroad.com

NIGHTLIFE SEP 9/12

Monday Night Football On the Big Screen

2 games (7:10, 10:20 pm); doors open at 6 pm; free admission; prizes and giveaways; beer tasting; food and drink specials; more Raleighwood Movies, Food and Spirits 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh 919-847-0326 raleighwoodmovies.com

9/15, 10/20

Live Stand Up Comedy

Check website for details Raleighwood Movies, Food and Spirits 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh 919-847-0326 raleighwoodmovies.com

SEP/OCT

919 Girls Night Out

Sip, share and socialize: Create a piece of art with friends and new acquaintances; includes all materials; open to individuals or groups; hurry, space limited 6:30pm, 10/11 and 11/8 Wine 101 and Beer Library 5910 Duraleigh Rd #141, Raleigh 919-864-7300 info@919magazine.com 919nightsout.com

Raleighwood Movies, Food and Spirits

Monday Night Football on the big screen beginning 9/19; free admission; doors open at 8 pm, for 8:30 pm starts 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh 919-847-0326 raleighwoodmovies.com

Viva DF Restaurant and Tequila Bar

80 different tequilas; lunch, dinner and Sun brunch 4075 Davis Dr, Morrisville 919-467-2627 vivadf.com

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

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919 | events & activities 9/17

Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant

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

NFL Punt, Pass & Kick

Raleigh Brewing Company

10/11-16

Tours: 3 pm, 1st & 2nd Sat Live Music: Check website Tap Room: Opens 12 pm daily 3709 Neil St, Raleigh 919-400-9086 raleighbrewingcompany.com

SAS Championship

Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant

Boys and girls; top finishers in all 10 age divisions advance to sectionals 9:30 am-12 pm; age 6-15; free Optimist Community Center 5902 Whittier Dr, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

Traditional live Irish music; First Saturday of every month 3-6 pm Morrisville 3107 Grace Park Dr, Morrisville 919-651-9083 traliirishpub.com

10/8-10

Crape Myrtle Tennis Classic

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES, EVENTS

Millbrook Exchange Park 1905 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh Raleigh Racquet Club 5516 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh 919-622-7555 triangletennisclub.com/cmtc

REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS 9/6-27, 10/8-29 Little Tacklers Football

Introduction to skills, basics of passing, kicking, catching, etc Sep: 10:30-11:15 am, Tue Oct: 11:30 am-12:15 pm, Sat Age 3-5; $36 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

9/8-29

Beginners Basketball

Basic techniques of dribbling, passing and shooting 6:30-7:15 pm, Thu; age 6-9; $40 fee (October sessions also available) Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

NOTE IN THE POCKET

provides high-quality clothing and shoes to children in the Wake County Public School System identiﬁed by school social workers and our agency partners.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

www.NoteInThePocket.org 5100 Lacy Avenue, Raleigh NC 27609 https://www.facebook.com/NoteInThePocket Twitter: @noteinthepocket 919 Magazine

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9/10

919-996-6836 athletics@raleighnc.gov parks.raleighnc.gov

Raleigh Youth Basketball Registration

10/10-14

Raleigh Adult Basketball Registration 919-996-6836 athletics@raleighnc.gov parks.raleighnc.gov

SEP/OCT

Kickers Soccer

Various ages, times and dates Lake Lynn Community Center 919-870-2911 Optimist Community Center 919-870-2882 Millbrook Exchange Community Center 919-996-4156

Adult Volleyball

Open play for adults on Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm; age 16-up Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd, Raleigh 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

Table Tennis

Open play for adults on Fridays 5:45-8:30 pm; age 18-up $15 membership, $5 drop-in Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd, Raleigh 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

WALKS, RUNS, GOLF, BIKE RACES SEP 9/4-5

4Kay Golf Classic

Sun: Registration, 1-5 pm; welcome party, 7-10 pm Mon: Breakfast, 6 am; range, 7 am; shotgun start, 8:30 am; lunch 1:30 pm Pinehurst No. 4; Pinehurst, NC 919-859-3301 kayyow.com/golf/

9/4

Homebrew for Hunger

Benefit for PORCH, a grassroots relief organization that distributes food to hungry families 1-5 pm, $30 per person Fifth Season Gardening Co. 106 S Greensboro St, Carrboro 919-932-7600 homebrewforhunger.com 919 Magazine

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers 5K

Run and walk to benefit Building for Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bravest 3 pm (food, music, beer garden) 6 pm (race start) Research Triangle Park Tunnel2towners.org

9/10

Kicks 4 Kids Family

Fun Day for Kids Walk and Kids Fun Run to benefit Note in the Pocket 8:30-11 am Walk: Adults, $10; 18-under, free Kids Fun Run: $10 (prizes awarded) Credit Suisse Campus 7033 Louis Stephens Dr, Morrisville noteinthepocket.org

9/10

Aging in Stride 5K Walk/Run

9 am Bell Tower UNC Campus South Rd, Chapel Hill runnc.com

9/10

North Hills 5K

9 am Benefits the BackPack Buddy Program at North Raleigh Ministries Trinity Baptist Church 4815 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh runnc.com

9/11

9-11 Remembrance 5K Run/Walk

Registration on day of event; bell Ringing ceremony to follow race 8:46 am start (time of 1st plane hit) Morrisville Fire Station 1 200 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville townofmorrisville.org

9/11

See Spot Run 5K

8:30 am Proceeds benefit the APS of Durham The Frontier at RTP 800 Park Office Dr runsignup.com

10/15

Ellie Helton Memorial 5K & Fun Run

9:30 am, 5K Run/Walk; 10:45 am, awards WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary elliesrace@gmail.com bafound.org

9/17

Superhero 5K

Sponsored by the WF Masonic Lodge to benefit Oxford Orphanage 9-11 am E Carroll Joyner Park, WF wflodge282@gmail.com nextdoor.com

9/17

6th Amberly Race for Our Heroes 5K

7:30 am Proceeds benefit Operation: Coming Home 1075 Residents Club Dr, Cary amberly5k.com

9/17

Buddy Run 5K & 1-Mile

8 am Benefits the BackPack Buddy Program at North Raleigh Ministries Discovery Point 1212 Heritage Links Dr, Wake Forest fsseries.com

9/17

Autism Awareness CycleBar Ride

Benefit for Autism Society of NC 6 pm; $50 donation for ride, free tank or tee, 2 free rides at CycleBar Brier Creek; meet at the Clock Tower, Brier Creek Commons, 8000 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh christie.meyers@cyclebarbriercreek.com briercreek.cyclebar.com

9/23

5th Annual BCA Golf Tournament

Benefit for Bethesda Christian Academy 10 am-2 pm Falls Village Golf Course 115 Falls Village Dr, Durham 919-598-0190 bcacrusaders.org

9/24

10th Patrol Stroll

8:30 am Proceeds benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) NCSHP Training Facility 3318 Old Garner Rd, Raleigh runnc.com

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919 | events & activities 9/24

NC Jerk Fest 5K Trail Run/Walk

9 am West Point on the Eno Amphitheater 5101 N Roxboro St, Durham caribsplash.org/jerkfest

10/1

3K(ish) Mom Prom

9/24

Sandling Beach 50 Swim/Bike/Run

8 am Falls Lake State Recreation Area 14600 Creedmoor Rd, Wake Forest runsignup.com

9/24

Triangle Run/Walk for Autism

8 am White Oak Crossing 1305 White Oak Church Rd, Apex 519run.org

9/24

28th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk, Run for Hope

8 am Short course for kids age 6-10 Long course for kids 11-15 UNC Wellness Center 350 Stonecroft Ln, Cary kidstrinc.org

9/25

CROP Hunger Walk

“Walk, Give, Change the World” 2-4 pm WF Historical Museum 414 N Main St, WF 919-453-7034 crophungerwalk.org/wakeforestnc/

Purr Partners 5K Run

5th Global Run 4 Water – Run For It!

“Until They All Have A Home” 9 am Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest runnc.com

10/15

5K Run/Walk, 1M Rotary Water Carry Relay 3 pm WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary 919-380-0600 rotarydistrict7710rotaryglobalrun4water.com

Gigi’s Cupcakes 5K, Walk

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Presented by FS Series to benefit Make A Wish Eastern NC 8 am; 12-under, $15; 13-up, $25 Brier Creek Commons 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy #105, Raleigh Gigscupcakes5K.com

10/15

Oktoberfest Run

St. Sharbel Mission Golf Tournament

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Tar Heel Youth Triathlon

10/16

4th Annual Bull City Race Fest

Half Marathon, 5M Run, 1 Miler, Food Truck Rodeo to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Durham American Tobacco Campus Downtown Durham 919-632-5613 bullcityracefest.com

10/17

Morrisville Chamber Fall Golf Classic

Captain’s Choice format, contests, breakfast, lunch, awards reception 7:30 am, registration; 9 am, start Governors Club 10100 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

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HERO 5K

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9 am Halifax Mall 300 N Salisbury St, Raleigh trianglerunwalkforautism.org

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Run with the Pack 5K

10/8

519 Hearts Haiti 5K/10K

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Sponsored by the Rolesville Police Dept to fund “Shop With a Cop” program 8 am Rolesville Community School Park rolesvillenc.gov

10/22

Say BOO to Cancer 5K

9:30 am Benefits go towards the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society WakeMed Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary runsignup.com

10/22

5th Annual Eno River Run

8 am Eno River State Park 6101 Cole Mill Rd, Durham enoriverrun.com

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American Tobacco Trail 10 Miler

8:30 am White Oak Church Road parking lot 1621 White Oak Church Rd, Apex runnc.com

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Cary Fire House Tour Marathon

8:30 am Fire House 6 408 Mills Park Dr, Cary runsignup.com

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Day of the Dead 5K and Festival

12 pm, Benefits the Brentwood Boys and Girls Club Centro Mexican Restaurant 106 S Wilmington Ave, Raleigh fsseries.com

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Meeting the Demand RTP Wake Tech Campus Opens in 2018

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MORRISVILLE/ RTP EDITION Xia Lo of Eastern North Carolina, selling local flowers and bouquets at the North Carolina State Farmers Market in Raleigh. 919 Magazine Photo

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WAKE FOREST/ ROLESVILLE/WAKEFIELD PLANTATION EDITION Little Fox Henry McElhaney, a frequent visitor to the 919, is all ready for Halloween and the pumpkin patch. 919 Magazine Photo by Tyler McElhaney

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HOME GROWN: Shop Local

What Happens When You Support Local Businesses?

Students are back in school and the holidays are just around the corner. So 919 Magazine provides some information on the importance of local small businesses to our communities. Supporting independent businesses and shopping locally creates jobs, helps schools, gives health and character to the community. And local business owners enthusiastically support the community, schools and local organizations and events.

SHOP LOCAL FACTS & FIGURES • • • • • • • • • •

More of your money will be kept in your local economy You embrace what makes your community unique You create local jobs You help the environment (by reducing transportation fuel use) You nurture community (local businesses donate to community causes) You conserve your tax dollars (sales taxes are reinvested in the community) You create more choice (local businesses carry unique products) You take advantage of their expertise (local businesses are passionate about what they do) You invested in entrepreneurship (nurturing local business ensures a strong community) You made your community a destination (the more unique the community, the more likely it attracts new neighbors, visitors and guests) SOURCES: Civic Economics – Andersonville Study of Retail Economics, independentwestand.org, americanexpress.com/us/small-business/shop-small/. Small Business Saturday is a registered trademark of American Express corporation.

IMPROVE LOCAL ECONOMY ‘Local businesses tend to utilize other local businesses and spend their hard-earned money locally, so patronizing local businesses helps build the local economy.’

DEANNE TRUONG Tamarind Brier Creek

‘Being a small business owner means having an opportunity to impact the local community, while having a career that you love.

JULEE PECK Owner, Peck’s TaeKwonDo America

‘Local businesses are more likely to support and donate to local causes, charities and schools.’

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Create Local Jobs ‘When you support local business and Viva DF, you also support families that depend from their job here. Dining at Viva DF Is like a family circle we are trying to build, while bringing to you the great creations of our Mexican cuisine. We are offering a great experience while dining with us to make the customers feel like at home, encouraging our local Morrisville families to choose us to celebrate special occasions and to bring close friends to have a good time.’

SALAVADOR ALVAREZ Owner, Viva DF ‘We take a great deal of pride in being an active employer within the community. Across all divisions, we are able to staff positions locally. From computer engineers to production workers, RTP provides us with the opportunity to hire smart, dedicated and skilled employees on a consistent basis.’

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‘Being the owner of Pump It Up Raleigh gives me the awesome and unique opportunity to allow young adults in my community to experience their first job. It’s a wonderful feeling to see them grow as individuals and also gain some excellent work experience!’

KELLY McHUGH Owner, Pump it Up Raleigh

FOCUS ON SMALL BUSINESSES First observed in Roslindale Village, MA, in 2010, Small Business Saturday is counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which feature big box retail and e-commerce stores respectively. By contrast, Small Business Saturday encourages holiday shoppers to patronize brick and mortar businesses that are small and local. The first event was sponsored by American Express, and now is promoted nationwide. This year, the special day devoted to celebrating and promoting small local businesses is Saturday, Nov. 26. Local businesses can participate and order a promotional kit at americanexpress.com/us/small-business/shop-small/

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A Dynamic, High-Energy Workout CycleBar Brier Creek Offers New Concept in Indoor Cycling Classes At State-of-the-Art ‘CycleTheatre’ CycleBar Brier Creek wants all of its riders to enjoy their experience, whether they come in regularly to ride in the studio – or assist the local owners in raising money for charity partners in the community and across the state. Offering a high energy workout in a concert-like atmosphere, CycleBar provides dynamic classes in it state-of-the-art CycleTheatre led by CycleStar instructors during a 50-minute high energy ride. “The CycleTheatre features tiers for 48 bikes plus LED lighting, wide-screen graphics and high quality audio with a DJ booth,” said owner and manager Christie Meyers, noting that riders can track performance data via CycleStats and receive the CycleBeats playlist and CycleStats by email after class. Riders then cool down with fresh fruit and enhanced water, while aromatherapy helps guests relax throughout the facility. CycleBar also offers showers with full amenities so you can even fit your workout in during your lunch break.

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CycleBar Brier Creek YEAR STARTED: 2016 OWNERS: Christie and Kristofer Meyers LOCATION: Brier Creek Commons 8741 Brier Creek Pkwy #100, Raleigh WEBSITE: briercreek.cyclebar.com PHONE: 919-906-1172 Meyers stressed that she and the staff truly care of their guests at CycleBar Brier Creek, and want all to have a great time while getting an intense workout. “We believe in building a strong community of friendships that will go far beyond the wallS of the CycleBar studio,” she said. “Our studios and staff are entirely dedicated to creating a fun, dynamic and effective indoor cycling experience.” Classes are available at convenient times for people who work, work from home or work out around their children’s schedules. Introductory packages include three rides for $29, and 10 rides for $99. We offer concierge service and amenities that include towels, showers, lockers, shoes and water bottles. But Meyers stressed that CycleBar does more than just help people stay in shape. “We give the community opportunities to work out while supporting a cause through philanthropic CycleGiving events that regularly take place in or out of the studio,” she said. “We work with such partners as the American Heart Association, Autism Society of North Carolina and the SafeChild of North Carolina.” CycleBar Brier Creek also offers “Business of the Month” rides to businesses throughout the Triangle. “Just email via our website (briercreek.cyclebar.com) if your business is interested,” Meyers sug34

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Autism Awareness Ride WHAT: CycleBar Ride Event benefitting Autism Society of NC WHEN: 6 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 17 WHERE: Clock Tower Plaza, Brier Creek Commons 8000 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh SPONSORS: CycleBar Brier Creek, Brier Creek Beer Garden DETAILS: Make $50 donation for CycleBar ride, and receive free shirt and two free ride sessions at CycleBar Brier Creek; after party at Brier Creek Beer Garden INFO: christie.meyers@cyclebarbriercreek.com briercreek.cyclebar.com gested. “Your employees will ride free for the month at no cost to you, so that together we can get more people working out and working towards their personal health goals.” And Meyers – a former Brier Creek resident now living in Cary – promises that she and her associates will make all guests feel at home from the minute they come through the door of the beautiful new studio. CycleBar Brier Creek is located across the street from BJs and Target in Brier Creek Commons (just off the I-540 at Lumley or Glenwood exits) at 8741 Brier Creek Parkway #100 in North Raleigh. For information, visit briercreek.cyclebar.com or call 919-906-1172.

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Canvas on Demand, Great BIG Canvas

Gigi’s Cupcakes 5K Benefit Event Slated for Oct. 15 in Brier Creek

Local Company Offering Canvas Prints Of Favorite Photos, Unique Décor Items Since 2002, Raleigh’s Canvas on Demand has printed more than 2.5 million images for more than a million customers – and it all happens utilizing a local workforce right in Brier Creek. Canvas on Demand offers canvas prints of customer’s favorite photographs – plus wall displays and a wide variety of home décor items.

Both Canvas on Demand and sister company Great BIG Canvas – which features over 600,000 fine art prints in a multitude of sizes and finishes – are located on World Trade Boulevard, and employ 200 local residents who do everything from customer service to marketing, to making images look great to cutting the frames we use to make each canvas.” During the holidays, that number more than doubles. “We take a great deal of pride in being an active employer within the community. Across all divisions, we are able to staff positions locally,” said Gavin Jocius, EVP Art Division. “From computer engineers to production workers, RTP provides us with the opportunity to hire smart, dedicated and skilled employees on a consistent basis.” The companies specialize in creating canvas art and make the canvas prints right here in the 919. Everything ordered is printed on demand, meaning it’s customized for each individual person. Great BIG Canvas offers art and photography for decorating either homes or offices. Available as canvases, framed prints, and more, each item is handmade here in Raleigh and customized to fit personal décor needs. Canvas On Demand turn your memories into décor for your space. In addition, the local operation offers pillows and temporary wallpaper that can be easily transformed to match the colors inside the home. The websites have an enthusiastic and knowledgeable customer service team that can work with individuals to find a solution for any décor needs, for both homes and professional offices. To view all the product options – including canvas prints, pillows, wallpaper, and gift options – visit GreatBIGCanvas.com or CanvasOnDemand.com. For a limited time, use code 919MAG to get 45 percent off orders at either website. 36

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Gigi’s Cupcakes 5K in Brier Creek is Saturday, Oct. 15 at Brier Creek Commons in North Raleigh. Last year’s event raised more than $10,000 for Make A Wish of Eastern North Carolina –and as many as 1,000 participants are expected this year. “The team at Make A Wish Eastern North Carolina is passionate and dedicated to granting as many wishes as possible for the kids in our area and we want to help them achieve that with a fun and delicious way to bring the community together,” said Marina Lee, co-owner of Gigi’s Cupcakes Brier Creek. Presented by FSSeries, the race will start in front of Jason’s Deli and end at Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek, with each registered runner and walker receiving a medal (with an all-new design) and, of course, a special Gigi’s cupcake. Registration for age 13 years and up is only $25 before Oct. 14. Registration for age 12 and under is $15. This year’s sponsors include 919 Magazine, the premier sponsor; and Dick’s Sporting Goods, the awards sponsor. Gold sponsors are Brier Creek Orthodontics, Brier Creek Commons, Sir Walter Chevrolet, Massage Envy, and Linda Craft & Team Realtors. For more information or to register, visit gigiscupcakes5K.com.

Golf Comic Headlines Comedy Night Event at Country Club Golf comic TP Mulrooney headlines The Laughter Club’s Comedy Night event on Friday, Oct. 7 at Brier Creek Country Club. Mulrooney has performed at hundreds of corporate and charity golf event, and was featured in Sports Illustrated magazine as a premier golf comedian. Cocktails begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and entertainment at 8 p.m. Open to members and their guests, the event cost is $21.50. A country club casual dress code applies. For information or to register, call 919-206-4600 or visit briercreekcc.com.

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Brier Creek Ladies Golf Association Continues to Fight Breast Cancer

Feeling like a break from the normal routine? Want to take a sip of fine wine, express yourself by creating an easy piece of artwork, and socialize with friends and new acquaintances? Then reserve your seat now for 919 Girls Night Out in North Raleigh, which resumes its schedule this fall after a successful spring launch. A great opportunity for local women to come together and create a piece of art in a relaxing, fun atmosphere, the two autumn events are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11 and Tuesday, Nov. 8 at Wine & Beer 101 at 5910 Duraleigh Road #141. Open to individuals or groups, participants will receive complete instructions, design and paint their own wine glass – theirs to keep or give as a gift. All materials are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks or appetizers. Wine will be available for purchase. Cost is $25 per person in advance. Space is limited, so early signup is encouraged.

For 15 years, the Brier Creek Ladies Golf Association and Brier Creek Country Club have organized and hosted fundraisers for the fight against breast cancer – raising and donating more than $125,000 to various breast cancer organizations. This year is no different, with Play for P.I.N.K. planned for Thursday, Oct. 6 at the club. Participants will enjoy golf, tennis, table games, a luncheon and a health fair to benefit Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit 919magazine. com and click on GNO, visit facebook.com/919magazine, email info@919magazine.com or call 919-864-7300.

Actress Ashley Judd Special Guest at Evening of Hope Renowned actress, activist and humanitarian Ashley Judd is the scheduled special guest at the 2016 Evening of Hope in North Raleigh. An annual charity benefit for The Foundation of Hope for Research & Treatment of Mental Illness, the event takes place at the Angus Barn Pavilion on Thursday, Sept. 15 – and features an elegant five course dinner prepared by Iron Chef Walter Royal. The dinner is served with exceptional wine pairings. An auction featuring an array of specialty items, trips and surprises is also a part of the festivities. For tickets, or to sponsor a table, email blair@walkforhope.com or call 919-781-9255. Visit walkforhope.com for additional information.

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For information, visit briercreek4pink.org, email play4pinkbcc@ gmail.com, or call 919-206-4600. Brier Creek County Club is located at 9400 Club Hill Drive in Raleigh.

Walk for Hope Raises Funds For Menthal Illness Research Foundation of Hope for Research and Treatment of Mental Illness’s 28th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope is 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, in North Raleigh. The events – all starting at the Angus Barn on Glenwood Avenue/US Highway 70 just south of I-540 – include a 10K that loops through Umstead State Park; a 5K turns around at the Umstead Visitors Center; and a 1 mile Family Fun Nature Hike around the Angus Barn Lake. Advance registration is $70+ for adults; $30+ for youths age 5-12 and full-time students; and free for children 4 and under. Walk Day registration is $5 more. Suggestions on creative ways to raise funds to pay for registration are available at walkforhope.com. All registered participants receive a shirt and are invited to join the post-walk celebration, which includes food, music, kids’ activities, and more. Event day parking is available at RDU Park & Ride Lot 5, off Lumley Road. All proceeds generated by the event directly funds local mental health research at the UNC Neurosciences Hospital in Chapel Hill. To register for the event, visit walkforhope.com. Call 919-7819255 or email walkforhope@walkforhope.com. Angus Barn is located at 9401 Glenwood Ave. in Raleigh.

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New Attractions, Food, Live Music, Sonorous Road Theatre Offers Productions, Classes and Camps Contests Attract Crowds to NC Fair Sonorous Road Theatre’s 2016-2017 Main Stage season launches Sept. 9-25 with a performance of “Lungs”, by Duncan MacMillan – presented by Main Stage Productions. Additional productions include “The God Game” by Suzanne Bradbeer on February 3-19, and “Straight White Men” by Young Jean Lee on May 12-28. In addition: • On the Second Stage, “Everscape” by Allan Maule is planned as a co-production by Bare Theatre and Sonorous Road Theatre in October (check website for exact dates and times). • Student Productions include “Tom Sawyer”, Oct. 27-30 and “Beauty and the Beast Jr., Dec. 1-4. • Visiting Productions include Women’s Theatre Festival productions of “Music and the Mirror”, Aug. 20-Sept. 3, and “The How and the Why”, Aug. 25-28. • A special fall production by Bare Theatre of “Richard III” is planned in Fall 2016. Plus, Sonorous Road Studio offers workshops, classes and camps in theatre and filmmaking -- and is located just minutes from North Raleigh, Brier Creek, Morrisville and Cary.

This year’s North Carolina State Fair is Oct. 13-23 at the Fairgrounds in Raleigh. One of the state’s largest and most popular annual events, the fair attracted more than a million visitors last year – and new attractions, events and competitions are expected to create additional excitement in 2016. Not only will fair visitors enjoy the traditional midway rides and games, blue ribbon competitions, unique foods and variety of live music, but the new Sky Lift allows everyone to soar above the happenings from the Scott Building on the west end of the fairgrounds across to Gate 8. The State Agricultural Society held the first North Carolina State Fair in 1853, and was four days long. Today, the fair’s mission is to showcase and promote the state’s agriculture, agribusiness, arts, crafts and culture. Advance tickets to the fair are on sale Aug. 1 through Oct. 13.

Sonorous Road is located at 209 Oberlin Road in Raleigh. For information, call 919-803-3798, email staff@sonorousroad.com or visit sonorousroad.com.

For more information on the event and the various activities, visit ncstatefair.org.

CycleBar Planning Autism Awareness Golden Years Club Plans Open Ride Sept. 27 at Brier Creek Commons House Events in Brier Creek CycleBar Brier Creek plans an Autism Awareness Ride at Brier Creek Commons at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17. For a $50 donation to support the Autism Society of North Carolina, participants receive a free shirt and two free ride sessions at CycleBar – and an after party at the Brier Creek Beer Garden. The Cyclebar ride is at Clock Tower Plaza at 8000 Brier Creek Parkway in North Raleigh. For more information, visit briercreek.cyclebar or email briercreek@ cyclebar.com. CycleBar Brier Creek is located at 8741 Brier Creek Parkway. 40

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Brier Creek Golden Years Club – featured recently in 919 Magazine – plans two open houses, providing Brier Creek area residents an opportunity to visit and meet members of the local organization. The group is made up of individuals age 50 and up, and focuses on day trips, activities and events at the Brier Creek Community Center. A number of interesting speakers also visit and entertain the members of the organization The open house events are 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20 and Tuesday, Oct. 4. For more information, call Jean Boyd at 919-251-9602, Rhoda Blount at 252-521-0921, or Pat Dartsch at 919-450-6674. Brier Creek Community Center is located at 10810 Globe Road in Raleigh (adjacent to Brier Creek Elementary School).

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Umstead Coalition Recognizes Photography Contest Winners The Umstead Coalition recently recognized winners in its 3rd Annual Photography Contest and first Illustration Contest – supporting William B. Umstead State park. First place winners included: • Youth Photographer: Keenan Baker • Stories, Historic Park Structures: Melissa Theil • Park Flora and Fauna: Geoffrey Balme • Footprints, Park Activities: Georgina Jones In addition to the announcement of winners and refreshments, Coalition members were selling T-shirts and the new 2016-2017 William B. Umstead State Park 16-month Calendar. Both remain available for sale at the park’s Visitor Center, located off Glenwood Avenue in North Raleigh. Keenan Baker, winner in the Youth Photographer category

Umstead Coalition Photography Contest winners Geoffrey Balme and Melissa Theil

For more information, visit umsteadcoalition.org or facebook.com/ umsteadcoalition. The Visitor’s Center is located at 8801 Glenwood Avenue in North Raleigh.

Short Takes Kristie Van Auken is the new Vice President of Communications and Community Affairs at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, moving from the Akron-Canton Airport in Ohio where she was Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer…The driving range at Brier Creek Country Club is getting a makeover, including bag stands, a four-sided clock, music, ice and water machine, and more…RDU’s Observation Deck is closed until Sept. 12 for maintenance.

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BRIER CREEK BARRACUDAS Brier Creek Barracudas celebrated the end of their 2016 season with their annual swim banquet the the Brier Creek Country Club. A special slideshow presentation honored three graduating seniors and Coach Pat Gardiner handed out several trophies and awards to individual team members. The Barracuda of the Year Awards were presented to Gillian Wensell and Sam Sarver. The Barracudas were supported by sponsors Reflections Dental and Brier Creek Orthodontics.

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LIVE MUSIC AT ALOFT Sonia Rao – a multi-instrumental performer and television personality – performed live at Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek in August, as part of a new tour supporting her third album, “Meet Them At The Door.” The new Aloft is located at 10020 Sellona St. in North Raleigh offers live music on a regular basis, usually without a cover charge. For more information, visit aloftraleighdurhamairport.com or call 919-957-8523. Rao’s website is soniarao.com.

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4th Annual Bull City Race Fest Half Marathon, 5M Run, 1 Miler, Food Truck Rodeo to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Durham American Tobacco Campus Downtown Durham 919-632-5613 bullcityracefest.com

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Fall Harvest & Pumpkin Festival

Pumpkin patch, farm animals, fish feeding dock, kids playland, more See website for times, cost Hill Ridge Farms 703 Tarboro Rd, Youngsville 919-556-1771 hillridgefarms.com

9/10

Annual Fall Hay Day

Benefit for Horses for Hope; live entertainment, food trucks, pony rides, hayrides, wine pull, raffles, door prizes, and more 11 am-4 pm; free admission 2909 Banks Rd, Raleigh horsesforhope.org

9/10-11

75th Annual NC Gourd Festival

Presented by the NC Gourd Society; craft workshops, vendors, competitions Sat: 9 am-5 pm; Sun: 10 am-4 pm Adults, $2; under 16, free Holshouser Building NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh ncgourdsociety.org/festival.htm

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Kenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Korny Corn Maze

Hay barn, corn crib, mini golf, pumpkins, hay ride and more Check website for hours, prices 3175 Benson Rd (Hwy 50 S), Garner 919-779-4765 kenskornycornmaze.com

9/17

Oktoberfest

12 pm-5 pm; free Beer, food, music, and shopping; presented by Durham Arts Council Lafayette Village 8480 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh lafayettevillageraleigh.com

9/17-18

Centerfest Arts Festival

Art, live music, dance, kids zone Sat: 10 am-6 pm; Sun: 11 am-5 pm Downtown Durham 919-560-2722 centerfest.durhamarts.org

9/17-10/31

Corn Maze, Fun House, Pumpkins

Activities, baby goats, hay ride, more Check website for hours, prices Phillips Farms 6701 Good Hope Church Rd, Cary phillipsfarmsofcary.com

9/17-11/6

Pumpkin Land & Giant Corn Maze

Petting zoo, kids play area, gem Mining, hayrides, corn crib, more Naylor Family Farm 6016 US 401 N, Fuquay Varina 919-249-2258 naylorfamilyfarm.com

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Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze

Hayrides, barnyard animals, picnic area, market, corn crib Farmer Ganyard At Upchurch Farm 2521 Louis Stephens Dr, Cary 919-886-9519 upchurchfarm.com

9/24-10/30 Corn Maze and Pumpkins

Hay rides, Inflatables, corn hole, pony Rides, face painting, goats to feed Green Acres Farm 1132 Morrisville Carpenter Rd, Cary 919-481-2435 greenacrescary.com

9/24-10/30

Pick Your Own Pumpkin

Hayrides, corn maze, more; check website for exact dates, times Page Farms 6100 Mt. Herman Rd 919-596-3227 pagefarmsraleigh.com

9/24

Harvest Festival

Live music, authentic South Indian food booths, stage shows, kids games 2-8 pm; free admission St Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church 225 Bashford Rd, Raleigh harvestfestnc.com

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Pumpkin Patch Bash

Family fall festival, including pumpkin patch, carnival games, crafts, movie and more 3-8 pm; free (pumpkins extra) Pullen Park 408 Ash Ave, Raleigh 919-831-6052 parks.raleighnc.gov AUTUMN 2016

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Fall Arts Fair

Scarecrow Festival

Demos, tours, food, more 10 am-5 pm; free Pullen Arts Center 105 Pullen Rd, Raleigh parks.raleighnc.gov

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11/5

Galleria Craft Fair

Terrific Turkey Scavenger Hunt

Presented by the Knights of Columbus 9 am-4:30 pm Activity Center St. Raphael Catholic Church 5801 Fall of Neuse Rd 919- 865- 5700 galleriacraftfair.com

10/20

Family Nature

Night â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pumpkins Youths paint a pot and plant a pumpkin seed to take home; register in advance; age 3-up 7-8 pm; youths, $2; adults, $4 Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W. Millbrook Rd 919-996-2329 www.parks.raleighnc.gov

Mystery of Tom the Turkey

Carolina Artisan Craft Market

Join a park naturalist to see the fall colors in the park; designed for adults, but youths welcome with adult or parent 2:30-4 pm; age 5-up; $2 fee Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve 5229 Awls Haven Dr 919-996-6764 parks.raleighnc.gov

Original handmade work by 130 juried exhibiting artists Check website for times, info Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh carolinadesignercraftsmen.com

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32nd Annual Holiday Craft Fair and Sale

Pumpkin Patch

Mom- or Dad and Me event; bring small pumpkin to decorate; enjoy donuts and cider; register In advance 10-11 am; age 3-5; $5 fee Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Unravel the mystery and enjoy theme games, crafts, and hikes 10-11 am; $10 fee Millbrook Exchange Community Center 919-996-4156 parks.raleighnc.gov

11/11-13

Fall Foilage Hike

Search the preserve for hidden holiday-themed clues, learn about wild turkeys, make a craft; register in advance 1-2:30 pm; all ages; free Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve 2900 Horse Shoe Farm Rd 919-870-2871 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Build scarecrow, enjoy activities 11 am-2 pm; free Pullen Arts Center 105 Pullen Rd, Raleigh 919-996-6126 parks.raleighnc.gov

Handmade pottery, glass, jewelry, wood, and fiber arts items; meet the artists; free refreshments 10 am-5 pm NCSU Crafts Center Thompson Hall 210 Jensen Dr 919-515-2457 crafts.arts.ncsu.edu/events-and-exhibitions www.919Magazine.com

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TOTALLY COMMITTED Inspired North Raleigh Student Hopes to Become A Civil Rights Attorney, Improve People’s Lives by TILDON DUNN 919 Magazine Writer

North Raleigh high school senior Langdon Ogburn has some lofty and selfless goals for his future – and he appears well on his way to reaching them. “My goal has always been to one day help improve as many people’s lives as I possibly can, and I think the way I will be able to do that is by becoming a civil rights lawyer,” said Langdon, who lives in the Quail Hollow neighborhood with parents Rudy and Deb Ogburn, younger sister Reagan and older brother David – who attends Elon University. Rudy Ogburn has little doubt his son will be successful. “When Langdon takes on a new interest, project or responsibility, he gives it everything he has,” said Rudy, himself an attorney specializing in estate planning. “He is totally committed 48

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Rudy Langdon Ogburn Jr. AGE: RESIDENCE: SCHOOL: PARENTS: SIBLINGS:

17 Quail Hollow, North Raleigh Raleigh Charter High School (Senior) Deb and Rudy Ogburn Sister: Reagan, 14, (Raleigh Charter); brother, David, 19 (Elon University) PETS: Daisy, Macy (dogs) INTERESTS: Rowing, reading, working out, improvisational comedy, acting, singing

to whatever he is doing and works hard to achieve his goals. He plans, prepares himself, recruits others to join the cause and then gives 100 percent to the task at hand, all while having fun.” Langdon gives much credit for his varied interests and expansive aspirations to his

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experience at Raleigh Charter High School. “Raleigh Charter has taught me about what it means to be a citizen,” he said. “That’s really what I love most about my school – it’s mission to teach every student how to be a contributing member of their community by being both civically engaged and always

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‘My goal has always been to one day help improve as many people’s lives as I possibly can.’ LANGDON OGBURN North Raleigh resident

participating in community service.” He noted that the school’s philosophy and education with regard to history, Constitutional law and the government led to his motivation to participate fully in the American Legion Boys’ State and Boys’ Nation programs over the summer. “At Boys’ State I learned so much about state government and politics,” Langdon explained. “I was elected governor (the highest 50

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position possible). I gained so much knowledge about what it means to be an effective public servant and a leader.” Aside from the government aspect of the program, Langdon said he really enjoyed getting to know other participants from all around the state – and was selected as one of only two people to represent North Carolina at Boys’ Nation in Washington, DC. Langdon, who is president of his senior class and a co-chairs his

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Raleigh Parks Planning Boo Bash, Zombie Survival Course

Kicks 4 Kids Family Day Funds Note in the Pocket

Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources plans two unique Halloweenthemed events in North Raleigh this fall – one a more traditional activity, and the other definitely different from the norm. On Friday, Oct. 28, Raleigh community centers throughout North Raleigh and Brier Creek combine resources for the annual Halloween Boo Bash at the Abbotts Creek Community Center at 9950 Durant Road. Scheduled for 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. for youths age 10 and younger, the free event features decorated vehicles for trunkor-treating, making a scarey craft, games, a “Spooky Bus” (both scarey and non-scarey versions available), and a ghost story area. All activities are free, and participants are encouraged to wear costumes. Then, on Monday, Oct. 31, a Zombie Survival Course is planned at Durant Nature Park in North Raleigh. A hands-on outdoor activity – which involves instruction on tactics, sheltering, and other needs to survive zombie attacks – is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Designed for youths age 10 to 15, a $50 fee applies and advance registration is requested. Durant Nature Park is located at 8305 Camp Durant Road in North Raleigh.

Ready for a fun late summer morning? Kicks 4 Kids Family Day is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10, at the Credit Suisse campus in Research Triangle Park. A fundraiser for Note in the Pocket, which works to provide clothing to the needy children of Wake County “with dignity and love,” the event includes a Kids Fun Run at 9 a.m. and a Family Walk at 10 a.m. “Note in the Pocket provides clothing to impoverished and homeless children in Wake County,” said Dallas Bonavita, Executive Director of the non-profitorganization. “We believe it is unacceptable that children are limited in their educational and social development because they do not have appropriate clothes for school. Money raised from the Kicks for Kids Family Day helps us fulfill our mission.” In addition to the walk and run, the event features fun characters, a youth obstacle course, a silent auction, an opportunity to win a Caribbean cruise, and much more. Participants are encouraged to bring new socks and new or gently used shoes as a donation. Registration fees for the Family Fun Walk for adults is $10 (and free for children). Registration for the Kids Fun Run is $10, and prizes will be awarded following the race.

For more information, visit parks.raleighnc.gov or call Abbotts Creek Community Center at 919-996-2770 or Durant Nature Park at 919-870-2871.

‘An Exceptional Evening’ Event To Benefit Trinity Academy Fund Trinity Academy plans An Exceptional Evening fundraiser at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10, at Founders hall on the North Raleigh campus. Attire is “casually elegant” for the annual event, which will benefit the private school’s Trinity Fund. Camp Trinity will provide complimentary childcare for K-6. For additional information, visit trinityacademy.com or call 919-786-0114. Trinity Academy is located at 10224 Baileywick Road, Raleigh. 52

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For more information, call 919-795-1932, visit noteinthepocket.org or runsignup.com/Race/NC/Morrisville/Kicks4KidsFamilyDay. The Credit Suisse campus is located at 7033 Louis Stephens Drive in Morrisville

Raleigh Children’s Orchestra Open To Musicians Age 6-13 Youths age 6 to 13 years can participate this fall in the Raleigh Children’s Orchestra at Sertoma Arts Center. A multi-level string orchestra for students in Grades 1-7, the orchestra provides an opportunity for young musicians to rehearse and perform in an ensemble setting from Sept. 8 through Nov 17. The program – under the direction of Ilse Mann, is open to both those not yet proficient in reading music, as well as more experienced players. All participants will gain fluency in playing and ensemble skills. The session ends with a free public concert. The orchestra meets weekly at 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Course fee is $150. Sertoma Arts Center is located at 1400 West Millbrook Road in North Raleigh. For information, call 919-996-2329 or visit parks. raleighnc.gov.

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Special Monday Night Football Event Planned at Raleighwood

North Raleigh’s Raleighwood Movies, Food and Spirits plans a special event for the first evening of NFL Monday Night Football beginning at 6 p.m. on Sept. 12. In addition to having two football games on the big screen (at 7:10 p.m. and 10:20 p.m.), the event will feature prizes and giveaways, food and drink specials, a pre-game craft beer tasting in the lobby, and much more. Admission is free for the evening. Scheduled games are the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Washington Redskins and the Los Angeles Rams at the San Francisco 49ers. Following the opening night of MNF, Raleighwood will continue to host all Monday games on the big screen – with doors opening at 8 p.m., ahead of the scheduled 8:30 p.m. kickoff. Raleighwood also has Live Stand Up Comedy shows scheduled for Sept. 15 and Oct. 20. Check the website for details on the specific entertainers. Raleighwood is located at 6609 Falls of Neuse Road in North Raleigh. For more information (including movie schedules), call 919-8470326 or visit raleighwoodmovies.com.

Trinity Academy Golf Classic Oct. 31 at Hasentree Course The annual Trinity Academy Golf Classic is scheduled for a 9:30 a.m. shotgun start at Hasentree Golf Course. Presented by Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern, the event is a fundraiser for the school’s athletics department. Registration and the driving range both open at 8 a.m., with a golf clinic by a touring professional at 8:30 a.m. Awards will be given at the conclusion of the tournament, which will include putting and hole-in-one contests, lunch, door prizes, and more. For additional information, visit trinityacademy.com or call 919786-0114. Hasentree Golf Course is located at 1200 Keith Road in Wake Forest. 54

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North Raleigh Hosts Punt, Pass and Kick Competition Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services hosts the annual National Football League’s Punt, Pass and Kick competition at 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sept. 17 at Optimist Community Center in North Raleigh. Open to both boys and girls, top finishers in all 10 age divisions (6-15 years) advance to the sectional competition. The free competition allows youths to showcase their talents in punting, passing and kicking – with scores based on distance and accuracy. Entry forms are available at NFLPPK.com or at local community centers. For more information, contact Chris Nodeau at 919-870-2911. Optimist Community Center is located at 5902 Whittier Drive in North Raleigh.

Public Can Join Firefighters To Climb Stairs to Mark 9/11 The public is invited to join 919 firefighters to climb the stairs of Allscripts Forum 4/5 Parking Deck multiple times for a total of 110 flights in honor and remembrance of the 343 firefighters from the Fire Department of New York who died on Sept. 11, 2001. Planned for 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 8529 Six Forks Road in North Raleigh, the event is sponsored by Allscripts and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation – and includes a moment of silence at 9 a.m., followed by the climb at about 9:15 a.m. Participation fee is $30 per person, with proceeds benefitting the FDNY Counseling Unit – which offers peer counseling and resources to the family and colleagues of fallen firefighters – and the NFFF. For more information, visit events.firehero.org/allscripts.

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Evening of Pawsibilities Helps Second Chance Pet Adoptions The 16th Annual Evening of Pawsibilities is 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, at North Ridge Country Club in North Raleigh. A benefit for Second Chance Pet Adoptions, the event includes dining, drinks, a silent auction and more. Participants also have the opportunity to meet some of the adoptable animals whose lives have been saved because of funds raised at the event.. For information or to secure tickets to the event, visit secondchancenc.org, email secondchange@secondchancenc.org or call 919-851-8404. North Ridge Country Club is located at 6612 Falls of Neuse Road in North Raleigh.

Raleigh Parks Plans Events For ‘Take A Child Outside’ Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources offers a variety of special programs and activities for the annual Take A Child Outside Week on Sept. 24-30. The special week-long observance is designed to help children across the U.S. develop a better understanding and appreciation of the environment. Among the special events planned at North Raleigh facilities during the week: • Beaver Pond: Saturday, Sept. 24, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., age 3-5, $3. Discover how beavers live, eat and play in their watery world. Participants will search for signs of beavers along a trail, plus enjoy a story and craft. Designed for parent or adult to attend with child. Registration required. Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve, 5229 Awls haven Drive, Raleigh, 919-996-6764. • Campfire Story and Marshmallow Roast: Sunday, Sept. 25, 6:15-7:15 p.m., age 6-up, $2. Gather around the fire for a nature story, share time with family and roast a tasty treat. Registration required. Durant Nature Preserve, 8305 Camp Durant Road, Raleigh, 919-870-2871. • Twilight Walk: Friday, Sept. 30, 6:30-8 p.m., age 4-up, $2. Take a walk with a park naturalist when many animals and creatures are active. Look for deer, coyotes and owls. The program is designed for families with young children and all ages are welcome. Registration required. Annie Louise Wilkerson Nature Preserve, 5229 Awls haven Drive, Raleigh, 919-996-6764. For more information on these events – or to see other events planned in September and October, visit parks.raleighnc.gov.

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Anthony Muttillo of Leesville Road High is among five finalists for Wake County Public School System 2016-2017 Principal of the Year. In addition, Fox Road Elementary’s Melissa McKinley is a finalist for WCPSS 2016-2017 Assistance Principal of the Year. The name of the winner is planned for Oct. 5…Mike Hobgood, who moved from South Granville High to become Leesville Road High’s head football coach in 2014, returns as the South Granville head coach this season. He served as defensive coordinator last season…North Raleigh’s Erika Braun – featured recently in 919 Magazine – was inducted into the North Carolina Swimming Hall of Fame earlier this year. For more information, visit ncswimhalloffame.com…Leesville Road High’s Junior Varsity Baseball team – coached by Anthony Zarrella – finished its 2016 season with an

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overall 19-2 record (11-2 in CAP-8 conference play)…Sanderson High students Emmi Hooks and Julia Holomon were selected to participate in the November 2016 All-National Honors Chorus in Texas…Doc Redman of Leesville Road High won the 2016 4-A Men’s Golf individual state championship at Pinehurst…LRHS’s Nevada Mareno set two new North Carolina state high school women’s track records in May, while winning three races (800, 1600 and 3200). And Leesville’s Shelbi Chapman won the 300 hurdles event…Former Leesville Road High School basketball player Shawan Robinson takes over as Panther Creek High School’s varsity basketball Head Coach, after assisting L.J. Hepp, who is stepping down but remaining as Athletic Director.

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FIRST RESPONDERS LUNCHEON Raleigh area First Responders enjoyed a special free luncheon in August, courtesy of Paul Fitts and Towne Bank Mortgage. Attendees received free hot dogs and fries, courtesy of Rollin Dogs food truck, plus free soft drinks and water from Linda Craft & Team Realtors and the Ida Terbet Group. The event also featured music, giveaways and more fun. 919 Magazine Photos

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PINE HOLLOW MIDDLE OPENS Parents and students in July toured Pine Hollow Middle School in Leesville in July, just a few days before the new year-round campus opened. 919 Staff Photos

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919 HALLOWEEN Spooky Events & Activities 10/24

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SEP 9/23-10/31 Haunted Farm

Four attractions; age 12-up $20 fee, Fri-Sat, 8-10:30 pm Phillips Farms 6701 Good Hope Church Rd, Cary phillipsfarmsofcary.com

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Haunted Forest at Panic point

Haunted House, additional attractions Cost: $19-$34; see website for times 2808 Cedar Creek Rd, Youngsville 919-526-8612 raleighhauntedhouse.com

OCT 10/21, 28-29 Haunted Trolley

Tour downtown Raleigh’s most haunted places All ages; $10 per person Various times, 6:45-8:45 pm Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh 919-996-4364 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/21

Haunted Auditorium

6-9 pm Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 wcpss.net/greenhopehs

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Kooky Spooky Halloween Party

Family friendly spooktacular; adult must accompany children 6-8:30 pm; see website for ticket info Marbles Kids Museum 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh 919-834-4040 marbleskidsmuseum.org

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Reel-ly Scary Cary

Enjoy Halloween-themed movies, plus a haunted attraction Gates open 6 pm, movies at dusk Tickets: $10 for age 13-up 10/22: “The Ring” (PG-13) 10/23: “ParaNorman” (PG-13) 10/24: “Frenzy” (R) Booth Amphitheatre 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary 919-462-2025 boothamphitheatre.com

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Fun and easy Halloween crafts 3:30-5 pm; age 3-8; $5 fee Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Halloween Spooktacular Costume contest, face painting, haunted maze, games, more 4:30-8:30 pm; all ages; free Flaherty Park Community Center 1226 N White St 919-435-9560 wakeforestnc.gov

10/28

Halloween Boo Bash

Crafts, treats, games and more 6:30-8 pm; age 10-under; free Abbotts Creek Community Center 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh 919-996-2770 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/28

Trunk or Treat

Enjoy candy, games and activities, sponsored by Laster Orthodontics 6:30-8:30 pm Rolesville Plaza parking lot 6282 Rogers Rd, Rolesville 919-562-7069 rolesvillechamber.org

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Trunk or Treat

Come in costume for music, treats, more 5-7 pm; free Zebulon Community Center 301 S Arendell Ave, Zebulon 919-823-0432 townofzebulon.org

Nighttime haunted tour 5-10 pm; all ages; $5 fee Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh 919-996-4364 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Haunted Mordecai Festival

Scare-olina Skies

Halloween-themed fun with food, music, games, crafts, costume contests 12-4 pm; all ages Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh 919-996-4364 parks.raleighnc.gov

10/29

Great Pumpkin Carve

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Haunted Mordecai Lantern Tour

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Pumpkin Patch, carving stations, pumpkin lighting and judging, more; sponsored by Town of Cary 2-8 pm; free (low-cost pumpkins for sale) 135 W Chatham St, Cary 919-469-4061 townofcary.org

Halloween-themed version of classic star show; learn about stars, constellations, featuring Monsters, mayhem and madness 10/30: 7, 8:30 pm (adults, teens) 10/31: 2:30 pm (families) 11/1: 3:30 pm (families) Regular ticket prices apply Morehead Planetarium & Science Center 250 E Franklin St, UNC-Chapel Hill 919-962-1236 moreheadplanetarium.org

Halloween Safe Night at the Museum

Search for candies, treats through a history exhibit 6-9 pm; age 12-under (with adult) North Carolina Museum of History 5 E Edenton St, Raleigh 919-878-8069 ncdcr.gov

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Zombie Survival Course

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A DESIRE TO HELP OTHERS …ESPECIALLY CHILDREN Note in the Pocket Wants Impoverished Students to Be Confident, Ready to Learn Most 919 parents know just how difficult it is to keep growing children in clothes that fit and aren’t worn out. Now imagine keeping the kids clothed if no money was available. It’s tough – and that’s where Note in the Pocket comes in. A nonprofit organization started in 2005 in North Raleigh, Note in the Pocket provides clothing to impoverished and homeless schoolchildren in Wake County throughout the year. “There are over 53,000 students in Wake County who live below the national poverty line,” said Executive Director Dallas Bonavita. “In 2015, Note in the Pocket provided clothes to 2,500 children and over 500 adults.” Bonavita said Note in the Pocket was created when one family decided to “do something” for local children suffering the effects of poverty, beginning with providing coats for a class of kindergartners. “Note in the Pocket believes it is unacceptable that children are limited in their educational and social development because they do not have appropriate clothes for school,” Bonavita said. “And over the years, the organization has grown into a county-wide agency providing mini-wardrobes of school-appropriate clothes and shoes to students of all ages.” Like most nonprofits, Note in the Pocket is funded with grants, fundraising events, and individual and corporate support. “The number of children we are able to help is directly related to the amount of funds we are able to raise, so community support is crucial to the success of our program,” Bonavita explained. “We have three consistently ongoing needs: A steady supply of seasonably appropriate clothes and shoes that pre-K through high school students would want to wear to school; volunteer manpower; and the financial support needed to keep up with the growing number of requests,” she said. To assist in the organization’s effort, Bonavita encouraged local residents to donate new or gently used school clothes 60

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Note in the Pocket YEAR STARTED: 2005 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Dallas Bonavita BOARD OF DIRECTORS: John Ruocchio, Chairman Doreen Kelly, Vice Chair Susan Pruskin, Secretary Jon Strickland, Treasurer Dan Cahill Kendal Wilson Megan West Sherron Dana Green Jason Curtis VOLUNTEER CENTER: 5100 Lacy Ave, Raleigh MAILING ADDRESS: 9650 Strickland Avenue Suite 103-168, Raleigh NC 27615 WEBSITE: noteinthepocket.org PHONE: 919-714-9403 MISSION: Provide clothing to impoverished and homeless schoolchildren in Wake County

and shoes, make a cash donation to the organization, join the staff of volunteers, or attend one of several special events to support the group’s efforts. “We have lots of exciting events going on regularly. Our next big event is our Kicks for Kids Family Fun Day hosted by Credit Suisse in Morrisville at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10,” Bonavita said. “There will be a Kids Fun Run and a youth obstacle course; and families and individuals will walk the perimeter of the campus to collectively take a step to represent the thousands of children in Wake County living below the national poverty line. Everyone is encouraged to bring a pair of tennis shoes to donate.” Note in the Pocket’s biggest fundraising event is the fun Socks and Undie 5K Rundie and Kids Fun Run, scheduled for April 2017. In addition to encouraging individuals to donate and volunteer, Bonavita encouraged local business and organizations to get involved. “We had a few partners who supported us in the early days before anyone really knew what we were doing, and they really had unquestioning faith in our work. It was and still is amazing!” she said. “And we welcome new businesses and organizations to host clothing or shoe collections, volunteer as a group, or host a fundraising event for us so that we may reach more local children. Beginning next year, we will be implementing a new mobile volunteer program that will allow us to bring events to a business location.” A frequent question is how Note in the Pocket deter919 Magazine

mines who needs its support. “Ours is a referral based program; families do not contact us directly or come to our center to receive clothing assistance,” Bonavita noted. “The families and children we serve are either already working with one of our local agency partners or are referred through a school social worker. We then package the needed clothing and deliver to the school or agency that made the request.” Bonavita paraphrases Mother Teresa in explaining Note in the Pocket’s ongoing humanitarian efforts. “We cannot do great things, but we can do small things with great love,” she said. “That is at the heart of our mission. Our desire to help others, especially children, and ensure they arrive at school feeling comfortable and confident, dressed with dignity and love and ready to learn.” For more information on Note in the Pocket, call 919-7149403 or visit noteinthepocket.org.

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THE 919 WELCOMES WORLD OF BLUEGRASS

The Largest Urban Bluegrass Festival in the World Bluegrass Nation Gathers In North Carolina for Annual IBMA Bluegrass Festival by G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Bluegrass Nation gathers again this fall in North Carolina. The International Bluegrass Music Association’s World of Bluegrass – including the Wide Open Bluegrass Weekend Festival – is Sept. 27 through Oct. 1 in downtown Raleigh. And, weather permitting, it will be massive. More than 180,000 people attended the International Bluegrass Music Association’s World of Bluegrass in Raleigh in 2014 – roughly 30,000 more than 2013 in Raleigh, and significantly larger than the less than 14,000 at the 2013 event in Nashville prior to the move to North Carolina.

BLUEGRASS RAMBLE Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts Thursday, September 29 7:30 PM The International Bluegrass Music Awards Show is the biggest night on the bluegrass calendar. The awards at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts on Sept. 29 recognize outstanding achievement and pioneering efforts in the genre as determined by professionals in the bluegrass music industry. In addition to the presentation of the industry’s top annual awards, a variety of live music performances are planned.

Last year’s crowds were smaller, as tropical weather drenched the venue and forced all activities indoors – but attendees still enjoyed great music and a variety of events and activities. While some events are ticketed, most of the activities during the course of the week are free and open to the public. For ticket to various events or for more information visit ibma.org or wideopenbluegrass.com. Here is a summary of events and activities associated with the World of Bluegrass.

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WHEN: Sept. 27-Oct. 1 WHERE: Downtown Raleigh INFO: ibma.org, wideopenbluegrass.com

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WIDE OPEN BLUEGRASS Wide Open Bluegrass – a two-day urban bluegrass music festival – closes out the IBMA’s World of Bluegrass week in downtown Raleigh. Presented by PNC, Wide Open Bluegrass is Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, and features five live music stages, a BBQ championship, art, food, shopping and more – plus the IBMA’s Music Expo at the Raleigh Convention Center.

Jointly produced by the IBMA and Raleigh’s Local Organizing Committee, the festival features the best in the traditional and acoustic music community. Up to half of the net proceeds support the Bluegrass Trust Fund, a non-profit organization helping bluegrass professionals in times of need. In addition to the major acts at ticketed main stage in Red Hat Amphitheater, the festival includes a free street festival.

Ticketed Main Stage While music activities and IBMA-sanctioned events are planned throughout the week of World of Bluegrass, the highlight is undoubtedly the musical lineup at Red Hat Amphitheater Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. The planned musical lineup (subject to changes) includes:

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Dailey & Vincent Jerry Douglas Presents The Earls of Leicester (IBMA 2015 Entertainer of the Year) Laurie Lewis & the Right Hands, with Alice Gerrard Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives (five-time Grammy winner) Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (50th Anniversary Tour) The Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band Soggy Bottom Boys (from “O Brother, Where Art Thou?”, including Dan Tyminski, Barry Bales, Ron Block, Pat Enright, Mike Compton and Stuart Duncan) Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder

Friday 12:12:45 pm 1-1:45 pm 2-2:45 pm 3-3:45 pm 4-4:45 pm 5-5:45 pm 6-6:45 pm 7-7:45 pm 8-8:45 pm

The Zolla Boys That Dalton Gang Sugar Creek The Way Down Wanderers Willamson Branch Kids on Bluegrass East Tennessee State University Morehead State University Denison University

Saturday 12-12:45 pm 1-1:45 pm 2-2:45 pm 3:3:45 pm 4-4:45 pm 5-5:45 pm 6-6:45 pm 7-7:45 pm 8-8:45 pm

In With the Old The Band of Kelleys Gravel Road The Lindsey Family ShadowGrass TBA Morehead State University Denison University UNC-Chapel HIll

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Becky Buller Band (IBMA 2015 Emerging Artist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year) • Greensky Bluegrass • John Cowan with Darin & Brooke Aldridge • Larry Sparks & the Lonesome Ramblers (IBMA 2015 Hall of Fame inductee) • Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out (25th Anniversary Tour) • Steep Canyon Rangers • The Del McCoury Band • Kruger Brothers (with the Symphony of the Mountains) Single day general admission for performances at Red Hat Amphitheater starts as low as $60 for the general public and $50 for IBMA members. Tickets for all events are on sale now and may be purchased at www.ibma.org or 800-514-3849.

StreetFest Free Stages Combined with the Red Hat Amphitheater performances, more than 100 bands will perform live music on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 in downtown Raleigh – and, on six of the stages (plus a Dance Tent), it’s all free. The Dance Tent also features clogging, square dances, and latenight open dancing. Among the free performance areas are the City Plaza Stage, Davie Street Stage, Hargett Street Stage, Capitol Stage, J.A.M Stage at Memorial Auditorium. A complete schedule is available at wideopenbluegrass.com/music-schedule.And don’t miss the Youth Music Stage. Situated on the outdoor plaza at the Convention Center entrance, the stage is hosted for the third consecutive year by 919 Magazine and co-sponsored by Amtrak, and NC By Train. www.919Magazine.com

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IBMA BUSINESS CONFERENCE International Bluegrass Music Association’s annual Business Conference attracts top professionals – artists, agents, publishers, talent bookers, merchandisers, journalists and more – for three days of panels and workshops to share and discuss trends, technology, strategies and sounds on Sept. 27-29 at Raleigh Convention Center. In addition to cutting-edge seminars, panels and workshops, the always popular Gig Fair (a speed dating of sorts for artists and agents) returns as well as a Town Hall, song critique session and plenty of showcases. Free health screenings for vision (including free eyewear), hearing and dental will also be offered. Marian Leighton Levy, Rounder Records Co-Founder, delivers the keynote address at this year’s conference. For information or to purchase a pass to the conference, visit ibma. org or call 800-514-3849.

BLUEGRASS MUSIC AWARDS Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts Thursday, September 29 7:30 PM The International Bluegrass Music Awards Show is the biggest night on the bluegrass calendar. The awards at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts on Sept. 29 recognize outstanding achievement and pioneering efforts in the genre as determined by professionals in the bluegrass music industry. In addition to the presentation of the industry’s top annual awards, a variety of live music performances are planned. Visit ibma.org for ticket information.

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BLUEGRASS FILM FESTIVAL The 3rd Annual IBMA Bluegrass Film Festival in Raleigh enriches the overall World of Bluegrass Experience by introducing the industry to new bluegrass related films – and serves as a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work and promote the development of bluegrass-related films. The festival is comprised of two featured films and a series of festival films, screened throughout the World of Bluegrass Business Conference and the Wide Open Bluegrass festival at the Raleigh Convention Center. For more information, visit ibma.org/world-of-bluegrass/filmfestival.

BLUEGRASS EXPO Scheduled for Sept. 28-Oct. 1 in the Raleigh Convention Center, World of Bluegrass Expo expects up to 20,000 visitors this year. Featuring a variety of vendors, gear, services and products, the free event is attended by industry professionals and fans alike.

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The North Carolina Pork Council and the farm families that make up our state’s pork industry are hostING this year’s Whole Hog Barbecue Championship in the heart of the Wide Open Bluegrass festival in downtown Raleigh. The championship is the culmination of the annual Whole Hog Barbecue Series that includes 15 to 20 local barbecue competitions conducted as part of community events in Tar Heel cities and towns throughout the spring and fall. At this year’s championship, the cooked barbecue will be collected after judging, chopped and sold to the general public by the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. Proceeds from the sale of the barbecue will go to support the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. The North Carolina Pork Council will also host ticketed dinners on Friday and Saturday nights. Visit wholehogbarbecue.com for more information.

IBMA YOUTH EVENTS IBMA Youth Council plans a special series of events at the World of Bluegrass, including youth-centered jams, seminars, workshops, performances, and more. In addition to the Youth Music Stage, an Open Youth Room is planned, with seminars, food, drinks and lots of jamming. Visit ibma.org for more information. Tickets for the Awards Show, the ticketed portion of Wide Open Bluegrass (which takes place at Red Hat Amphitheater), and the Bluegrass Ramble Showcase – plus conference registration and details on all events – are available at www.ibma.org. For specific details on the Wide Open Bluegrass event, visit www.wideopenbluegrass.com

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Think Pink Breast Cancer Facts and Statistics

• One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. • Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. • Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women. • Each year it is estimated that over 246,660 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will die. • Although breast cancer in men is rare, an estimated 2,600 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and approximately 440 will die each year. • On average, every two minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer and one woman will die of breast cancer every 13 minutes. • Over 2.8 million breast cancer survivors are alive in the United States today. • According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer accounts for 29 percent of newly diagnosed cancers. • The risk of overweight women developing breast cancer after menopause is 1.5 times higher than in lean women. Obese women are at twice the risk of lean women. • American Cancer Society recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week to manage risk (for some, even 30 minutes per week may be beneficial). • Minimize alcohol and quit smoking to reduce risk of developing breast cancer. SOURCE: National Breast Cancer Foundation, Cityofhope.org, American Cancer Society

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10th Annual Pink Ribbon Ride Pretty in Pink Foundation benefit 8 am-3 pm Scooter’s Bar & Grill 1911 Sego Ct, Raleigh prettyinpinkfoundation.org

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MacGregor Downs Cancer Classic Benefitting Pretty in Pink Foundation

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Family Event Tennis Tournament

Golf Tournament MacGregor Downs Country Club 430 St Andrews Ln, Cary 919-621-2314 prettyinpinkfoundation.org

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3rd Annual Beyond The Ribbon Luncheon 11 am-1:30 pm; $65 The Glenwood Club 3300 Woman’s Club Rd, Raleigh 919-532-0532 prettyinpinkfoundation.org

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month Benefit Luncheon 11 am-1:30 pm; $65 per person Renaissance Raleigh North Hills 4100 Main at North Hills St, Raleigh 919-532-0532 prettyinpinkfoundation.org

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Play for P.I.N.K. Golf, tennis, table games, luncheon and health fair to benefit Breast Cancer Research Foundation; sponsored by Brier Creek Ladies Golf Association Brier Creek Country Club 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh 919-206-4600 play4pinkbcc@gmail.com briercreek4pink.org

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10th Annual Making Strides 5K Walk 9 am North Hills Mall 110 Main St at N Hills, Raleigh 919-334-5241 makingstrides.acsevents.org

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Something for Everyone Theatre in the Park’s Variety Of Live Performances Attracts Enthusiastic Crowds and Loyal Supporters Theatre In The Park — located at the 250-seat indoor facility at the northern end of Raleigh’s scenic Pullen Park — strives to involve the community in the creation and development of live theatre, and to nurture a general appreciation and respect for the arts. And its staff reflects that ideal. “We are a family. We are close. We work together, we play together, and we have a good time,” said Brent Simpson, the theatre’s Managing Director. “We also treat our patrons as our family, and invite everyone to join our family by becoming a season member, single ticket buyer or just joining our mailing list. We really do offer something for everyone!” Led by Artistic and Executive Director Ira David Wood III, Theatre in the Park has a busy fall and holiday performance lineup – and an exciting complete 2016-2017 schedule. Three plays in repertory – followed by a special presentation by Ira David Wood III of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” just in time for Halloween – are first up (see full details on these shows on Page 89 of this issue of 919 Magazine). Then, in December, Wood’s beloved musical comedy “A Christmas Carol” celebrates its 42nd Anniversary. Performed annually since 1974, it was named one of the “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” and enjoyed critically acclaimed tours in England and France. Performances are planned at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh Dec. 7-11 and the Durham Performing Arts Center Dec. 15-18.

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“You will want to get your tickets as soon as possible because this year is shaping up to be spectacular,” Simpson said. “Auditions are Sept. 17 for children, Sept. 24 for teens and adults, and Sept. 26 for all ages.” Those interested in auditioning may call 919-831-6936 to schedule an audition. Other shows planned as part of the 2016-2017 season at Theatre in the Park: • Dec. 9-18: “The Santaland Diaries,” based on David Sedaris’s short story for mature audiences. • Feb. 10-26: “N: A World Premiere,” by Eugene O’Neill. • April 7-23: “On Golden Pond,” by Ernest Thompson, about a couple in their twilight years. • July 21-Aug. 6: “Glorious,” a comedy about the worst singer in the world. • Sept. 22-Oct. 8: “Playing With Fire,” about Victor Frankenstein finally tracking down his creature at the North Pole. Individuals interested becoming involved with Theatre in the Park as a volunteer – assisting as an usher, backstage, costumes or other areas – may call 919-8316936 or email info@theatreinthepark. Tickets are available to all shows – except “A Christmas Carol” – at 919-831-6058 or theatreinthepark.com. Tickets for “A Christmas Carol” go on sale in October at 800-7453000 or ticketmaster.com for Raleigh shows; or dpacnc.com for Durham shows.

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Town of Morrisville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department YEAR FORMED: 1990 KEY PERSONNEL: Lynette Anderson, Marketing and Events Specialist Karen Bass, Support Services Coordinator Scott Erickson, Recreation Programs Specialist Shaunika Johnson, Athletic Program Specialist Scott Knox, Fitness Program Specialist Matt Leaver, Recreation Superintendent PJ Nettesheim, Aquatics Specialist Bryan Rhea, Athletic Program Supervisor Kendal Smith, Morrisville Aquatics, Fitness Center Supervisor Hannah Wang, Administrative Support Specialist Parks and Greenways Planner, currently vacant EMPLOYEES: 13 full-time; part-time staff varies (125-150) ANNUAL BUDGET: $1,954,000

A fast-growing, diverse community. A desire among residents for new and expanded amenities. A team of dedicated professionals working to provide for the population. Welcome to the Town of Morrisville, particularly as seen through the spectrum of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department “We strive to enrich the Morrisville community by providing a variety of quality recreation experiences and facilities that provide a better quality of life for the citizens,” said Jerry Allen, Town of Morrisville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Director. “We are working to have parks and greenways located throughout the town to provide con919 Magazine

venient access to protected open spaces for people to enjoy.” Allen, a veteran who’s been in his position for nine years, is a seasoned and knowledgeable professional – dedicated to his community and his craft. “Morrisville is a great place to work in recreation because the growth in the community has provided lots of opportunities for new programs and facilities,” Allen said. “I also really enjoy the diversity of the community and meeting people from all over the world who now call Morrisville home.” Most recently Allen and his team have focused on the new Northwest Park, which recently opened its five-acre site

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919 | PERSONALITY Morrisville Parks Cedar Fork District Park LOCATION: Aviation Parkway close to NC 54 SIZE: 34 acres AMENITIES: Eight multi-use fields, restrooms, shelter, picnic tables

Church Street Park LOCATION: 5800 Cricket Pitch Way SIZE: 25 acres AMENITIES: Multi-purpose field, two picnic shelters, playground with tot-lot; walking trail, three tennis courts

Crabtree Creek Nature Park * LOCATION: 151 Keybridge Drive SIZE: 36 acres AMENITIES: Multi-purpose field; 35 parking spaces

Indian Creek Greenway, Trailhead LOCATION: 101 Town Hall Drive SIZE: 3.5 acres trailhead AMENITIES: Playground equipment, two picnic shelters, restrooms, 1.2 mile greenway trail connecting to Town Hall Drive sidewalks

Morrisville Community Park LOCATION: 1520 Morrisville Parkway SIZE: 35 acres AMENITIES: Rentable picnic shelter and athletic fields, playground with tot-lot and gazebo, restrooms, greenway trail loop

Northwest Park LOCATION: 998 Parkside Valley Drive SIZE: 5 acres, with 2 acres of developed park space opening in Sept 2016 AMENITIES: Picnic shelter with bathrooms, playground with tot lot, paved walking trail

Ruritan Park LOCATION: 100 Morrisville-Carpenter Road SIZE: .4 acre AMENITIES: Gazebo, gravel parking area, open play area

Shiloh Park, Luther Green Center LOCATION: 922 Church Street SIZE: 8 acres AMENITIES: Rentable facilities, building includes kitchen and classroom, softball field, multi-purpose field, picnic shelter, restrooms, outdoor basketball court, playground, 57-space parking lot * Planned future development includes picnic shelter, walking trails and other amenities to be determined.

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at 998 Parkside Valley Drive – including a picnic shelter, playground and paved walking trail. “Because the usable space on the site is only about two acres, we looked for ways to reduce the space needed for storm water treatment by trying some environmentally friendly concepts,” Allen said. “Most of the rain water from the picnic shelter roof is being held in a 3,000-gallon tank, or cistern – which is then used to irrigate the plant beds, helps conserve treated drinking water, lowers the water bill and reduces erosion.” The parking lot has a permeable surface that allows rain to filter through and be held in a deep stone layer underneath, but perhaps the most unique environmental feature of the site is the playground. Like the parking lot, the surface is permeable and allows water to pass into a stone layer underneath where it is also released a controlled rate – the first time these kind of features have been included in a Morrisville park. “The park has several other features for use by the community, including the playground with an open area for toddlers, a play unit designed for 2-5 year olds, and a larger unit designed for 5-12 year olds,” Allen said. “The picnic shelter includes restrooms and eight picnic tables, plus two more tables outside the shelter. There is also a walking track built around a large open playfield and plenty of benches where you can sit and read or just relax and unwind.” This is Allen’s world, and where he thrives. “I have also always enjoyed meeting and helping people. This profession allows me to serve the local community by helping people enjoy their lives more,” he said. “With the variety of duties involving capital projects, budget management, working with so many great people, and all the other

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Jerry Allen Profile POSITION: YEARS IN POSITION: RESIDENCE: AGE: EDUCATION: HOMETOWN: AFFILIATIONS:

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Director 9 Holly Springs, NC 48 Bachelors, sports mgt, Lenoir-Rhyne University Waynesville, NC Member, North Carolina Recreation and Parks Assoc., National Parks and Recreation Assoc. FAMILY: Wife, Carol INTERESTS: College football, enjoying the outdoors

aspects of public service, I certainly don’t get bored with routine work days.” Allen, a Waynesville, NC, native and Holly Springs resident, attended Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory, NC, majoring in sports management with a minor in business administration. He played on the football team, and was his fraternity’s Man of the Year in 1990. After several stints in other roles, he settled into his current position in Morrisville – and guides the department into the future, such as the Shiloh Greenway and Church Street Park projects. 919 Magazine

“The greenway runs south from Church Street at I-540, through the Providence Place subdivision and Shiloh Groves Townhomes – all the way to McCrimmon Parkway,” he said. “Along the way, it runs through Church Street Park and gives thousands of residents walkable access to this site. This greenway is currently the longest continuous section in our greenway system at a total length of about 1.4 miles.” Church Street Park provides several recreation amenities to the community, including three tennis courts, two picnic shelters, a kid’s playground, a large multi-purpose field, and

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919 | PERSONALITY Morrisville Recreation Facilities Cedar Fork Community Center LOCATION: 1050B Town Hall Drive SIZE (SQFT): 16,833 AMENITIES: Gymnasium, two classrooms, a conference/meeting room,athletic fields, kitchen, recreation programs ranging from pre-school to seniors SUPERVISOR: This position is vacant at this time HOURS: Mon-Thu, 7 am-8 pm Fri, 7 am-6 pm Saturday and Sunday – closed except for sports programs and use of rented facilities. PHONE: 919-463-7100

Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center LOCATION: 1301 Morrisville Parkway SIZE (SQFT): 10,000 inside the building plus the pool and outdoor areas AMENITIES: four-lane, 25-yard pool used year-round, dry sauna, exercise equipment, machine and free weight training room, aerobics studio, two racquetball courts, three tennis courts, a wide variety of classes for adults and seniors, tennis lessons, martial arts classes, and other programs SUPERVISOR: Kendal Smith HOURS: Mon-Fri, 6 am-9 pm Sat, 9 am-5 pm Sun, 1 pm-5 pm PHONE: 919-463-6900

a concrete walking track around the field. This field is a unique feature because it was built to serve as a regulation size cricket field – the first public regulation cricket field built in North Carolina and one of only a handful in the southeastern United States. Another ongoing project is the Crabtree-Hatcher Creek Greenway, the longest single Greenway project the town will likely ever build, according to Allen. This 2.5-mile greenway will run from Evans Road to Davis Drive and connect thousands of people to parks, shopping centers and several residential communities. At Evans Road the trail will connect to the Cary Greenway system and that will allow for connection to Lake Crabtree and Umstead State Park. The designs process is complete and we are expecting bids for construction in September. The long term plans for Crabtree Creek Nature Park call for expanding the site to include walking trails, a playground, a picnic shelter and other 72

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facilities. The details of the site will be worked out in future planning efforts once funding is available for construction. Allen indicated that there are several conceptual projects in the long range capital improvement plan that would improve current Morrisville parks. “Among those is another phase at Morrisville Community Park that would include more walking trails and tennis courts,” said Allen. “We are also still looking at options for the renovation or reconstruction of the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, and awaiting word on of grant applications.” Allen attributes the success of his department to the hard work of a great staff and support from the Town of Morrisville. “I know the hard work the staff does and greatly appreciate their efforts,” he said. “While I may be the department director, I see myself as part of a team that works for the citizens to find ways to improve our community.“

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SAS Championship Brings World’s Best Golfers to the 919 Charles Schwab Cup front-runner Bernhard Langer leads a list of former champions committed to the 2016 SAS Championship, presented by Bloomberg Media – which takes place Oct 14-16 at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary. Langer is joined in the field by former SAS Champions Tom Lehman (2015), Kirk Triplett (2014), Russ Cochran (2013, 2010), Kenny Perry (2011), Tom Pernice (2009), Mark Wiebe (2007), and Tom Jenkins (2006). “The field at the SAS Championship is as strong as ever, led by a large list of former champions,” said Tournament Director Jeff Kleiber. “Bernhard Langer has once again set a high bar, and we look forward to the competition in Cary among former champions and fan favorites.” Bernhard Langer at the The event – which has a $2.1 million purse and SAS Championship in 2012 will be broadcast on the Golf Channel -- takes place Photo Courtesy SAS Championship on the 18-hole Highlands Course, which was designed by Tom Jackson in 1988. Week-long tournament activities actually begin with practice rounds on Monday, Oct. 10 – followed by a Pro-Am rounds on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Among the other happenings during the week: • A 24-hour golf marathon by Prestonwood JEFF KLEIBER Country Club’s asTournament Director sistant golf professionals to raise awareness and donations to the Folds of Honor Foundation, which provides healing and hope to military families of fallen and disabled military service members. • Executive Women’s Day on Tuesday, featuring a forum, speWHAT: PGA Champions Tour event cial panel of speakers, and a featured luncheon speaker (world’s top golfers over age 50) • The WakeMed Health Zone on Friday and Saturday, with WHEN: Oct. 10-16 free screenings and children’s games. WHERE: Prestonwood Country Club • A Small Business Summit on Friday 300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary • A food truck rodeo on Friday. COURSE: 18-hole Highlands Course • The Live Fearless 5K on Saturday. DESIGNER: Tom Jackson (1988) • A Family Day & Clinic on Saturday, providing an opportuFORMAT: 54-hole competition, stroke play nity for parents and children to meet professional golfers. PURSE: $2.1 million The tournament is a benefit for the YMCA of the Triangle Y TV: Golf Channel Learning Program. BENEFICIARY: YMCA of the Triangle Y Learning Tickets are available for the SAS Championship and can be purchased at saschampionship.com or by calling 919-531-4653.

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Meeting the Demand for IT Resources RTP Wake Tech Campus Opens In Morrisiville in Spring of 2018

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Educators and elected officials broke ground on Wake Technical Community College’s new RTP Campus in Morrisville in August. This 21st-century learning environment will focus on advanced, highly-technical programs and bring customized workforce training to corporations in Research Triangle Park and throughout Wake County, according to the college. It will also make degree programs and professional credentialing much more accessible to those in western Wake County. “Economic development is what Wake Tech is all about!” said Wake Tech President Dr. Stephen Scott. “The demand for IT resources across the state and the country has increased tremendously, and this campus is being created to meet that demand.” The RTP Campus is Wake Tech’s sixth campus and ninth Wake County site. Phase 1 covers 28 acres and will 74

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Corporate Solutions Division. “This is going to help us recruit new industries, not just in the RTP, but in the entire region and across the state,” said Gov. Pat McCrory, who attended the ceremony. Wake Tech’s Corporate Solutions has already led statewide training for the Department of Motor Vehicles, and Governor McCrory said the state may call on AUTUMN 2016

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Ground breaking ceremony at RTP Wake Tech campus in Morrisville

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the college to lead computer training for the Department of Information Technology. Wake Tech Board of Trustees Chair Tom Looney, a former Lenovo executive, said he’s already working to make connections with local corporations, including global financial services company Credit Suisse. Gary Russell, Vice President of Quality Enhancement at Credit Suisse, addressed the crowd as a local business leader and a Wake Tech graduate. Russell was a teacher before “retoolDr. STEPHEN SCOTT ing” at Wake Tech for Wake Tech President a career in information technology. “It’s been 18 years since I graduated from Wake Tech,” Russell said, “and I’m thankful for the day I enrolled.” The architects for Phase 1 of the RTP Campus are Perkins+Will. The construction managers are Clancy & Theys and Holt Brothers Construction.

‘Economic development is what Wake Tech is all about!’’

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Morrisville Chamber Sponsors KNOW Luncheon in Brier Creek

Morrisville Town Staff Seeks Feedback on Transportation

Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s next KNOW (Knowledgeable Network of Women) Luncheon is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Brier Creek Country Club. The event – which involves women business leaders in the community sharing their own experiences and best practices – will include a stimulating panel interacting with attendees. Cost for the KNOW Luncheon is $35 for employees of member firms and $50 for non-members. Sponsors include Oracle, Brier Creek Country Club, Atlantic Tire & Service, Lenovo, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of North Carolina and 919 Magazine.

Town of Morrisville staff and consultants plan to collect feedback and comments from the public on the community’s comprehensive transportation plan, goals and vision at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6. Scheduled at the Morrisville Council Chambers, the session is a drop-in format, with the public encouraged to drop in and comment. Form more information, visit townofmorrisville.org or call 919-463-6927.

For more information or to reserve a spot, contact Lauren at 919-463-7155 or visit morrisvillechamber.org. Brier Creek Country Club is located at 9400 Club Hill Drive in Raleigh.

Morrisville Town Hall is located at 100 Town Hall Drive in Morrisvile.

Restaurant Week at Park West Village Scheduled in September

Ellie Helton Memorial 5K Raises Funds for Research

Restaurant Week in the Village provides the opportunity to experience special deals at restaurants in Morrisville – and have a chance to win a $1,000 gift package. Scheduled for Sept. 9-18, the promotion involves many Park West Village eateries, including Another Broken Egg Café, Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, BlackFinn Ameripub, Blaze Pizza, Earth Fare, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, The Full Moon Oyster Bar and Seafood Kitchen, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Penn Station East Coast Subs, Rise Biscuits and Donuts, Ruckus Pizza, Pasta and Spirits, Sheetz, Smoothie King, Travinia Italian Kitchen, and YoLo Frozen Yogurt.

Todd and Karen Helton are working diligently to increase public awareness about brain aneurysms – and raise money for the Brain Aneurysm Foundation’s Ellie Helton Chair of Research. Last year, thanks to their efforts, the inaugural Ellie Helton Memorial 5K & Fun Run attracted more than 500 participants and raised $46,000 for the BAF. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 15, at the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary. The Heltons lost their 14-year-old daughter Ellie in 2014 due to a brain aneurysm. “Ellie was a unique spirit who loved life, was accepting of others and persevered in everything she tried,” Todd Helton said. “This race is run in honor of this special girl and to raise awareness and funds for research, and to make the public more aware of signs, symptoms and risk factors involving aneurysms.” The 5K event is scheduled for 9:30 a.m., preceded by the one mile Fun Run at 9 a.m. An awards ceremony is planned for 10:45 a.m., and a silent auction occurs from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Registration is $30 for the 5K, $10 for the Fun Run (12 and under), and $50 for virtual participants. Packet pickup is 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 14, at Fleet Feet Sports in Morrisville’s Park West Village, and beginning at 8 a.m. at the race site. Onsite registration also is available.

Check parkwestvillage.net for the specials offered during the week by the participating restaurants.

Chamber Offers Day of Service To Members, Local Non-Profits Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s Day of Service – and opportunity for members and their employees to give back to the community – is 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 5 The service project takes place at various non-profit member locations, providing participants an opportunity to learn about the various organizations and meet other professionals. Lunch will follow the event. For more information, call 919-463-7155 or visit morrisvillechamber.org. 76

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For more information email elliesrace@gmail.com or visit bafound.org. WakeMed Soccer Park is located at 201 Soccer Park Drive in Cary.

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Morrisville Chamber’s Fall Golf Classic Slated Oct. 17

Morrisville Community Emergency Response Team Training Sept. 22-25

Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Golf Classic is Monday, Oct. 17, at the Governors Club in Chapel Hill. Featuring a “Captain’s Choice” format, contests, breakfasts, lunch and an awards reception, the annual event assists the Chamber’s efforts to improve the business climate in Morrisville and support local small businesses. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with a 9 a.m. start planned.

Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department plans a Basic Training Class for citizens who want to become involved in the Community Emergency Response Team. The CERT program is designed to educate the community about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills. Using the training learned, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. The CERT class – a 20-hour program – is Sept 22-25 (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sept. 22-23; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 24; and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 25). All sessions take place at Town of Morriville Fire Station 1, 200 Town Hall Drive.

Governors Club is located at 10100 Governors Drive in Chapel Hill. For more information, call 919-463-7155 or visit morrisvillechamber.org.

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For more information, or to sign up, contact Shandy Padgett at 919-463-6122 or spadgett@townofmorrisville.org.

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Morrisville’s Park West Village Hosting Fall Festival on Oct. 27

Cary Diwali Festival Marks Religious, Cultural Event

Looking for a little something extra for the kids this fall? Then check out the free Fall Festival at Park West Village in Morrisville, set for 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27. Youths can trick or treat the shopping center, participate in activities, and enjoy a free outdoor screening of a kid-friendly Halloween movie (6 p.m. to 8 p.m.)

The Cary Diwali Festival – “Yatra: A Journey in Time” – celebrates the most religious and cultural event in India and marks the victory of good over evil, light over dark, and the beginning of the New Year. Scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15 (doors open at 10 a.m.), the event takes place at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary. Admission is free, although parking is $5. Also known as the festival of lights, Diwali encourages artistic expression through vibrant performances, unique exhibits, and colorful decorations. Participants in the event can share in the intricacies of Indian dance forms, the exuberance of Indian music, the delectable Indian cuisine, the philosophy of Yoga, and the creativity of Indian textiles. Featured guest is Ila Arun, a popular Indian folk singer, actress, and TV personality. Other performers include Bollywood playback singers Anupam Amod, Sonika Sharma and Vijay Lakshmi.

Visit parkwestvillage.net for more information. The center is located at 3400 Village Market Place.

Free Movies in the Park Continue in September Morrisville’s Movies in the Park continues in September with two events at Morrisville Community Park fields. The free events are 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., and include food trucks, music, inflatables and more. Planned September movies are: • “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens” (Sept. 16) • “The Jungle Book” (Sept. 30) Morrisville Community Park is located at 1520 Morrisville Parkway. For more information, visit townofmorrisville.org.

Green Hope High Students Win in World Competition Two Green Hope High students received high honors at the recent Microsoft office Specialist World Championship in Orlando. Ryan Catalfu finished number one in the world for Powerpoint 2013, while Skyler Won was second in the world for Microsoft Excel 2010. The pair trained since September 2015, and both were North Carolina state champions and national champions in their respective divisions. The competition is presented by Certiport Inc.

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For more information, visit humsub.net/our-event/cary-diwali/ or call 919-462-3963. Koka Booth Amphitheatre is located at 8003 Regency Parkway in Cary.

Morrisville 101 Classes Help Residents Become Involved Registration deadline for Morrisville 101 – the annual citizen’s academy for town residents age 16 and older – is Monday, Sept. 12. The free program includes: • A “behind-the-scenes” look at community services. • The chance to meet and make connections with other civic-minded residents. • Knowledge and personal contacts to help become an effective leader in the community. • A clearer understanding of the big picture that’s needed to run for elected office in Morrisville. The class includes activities and information, and is designed to be interactive with opportunities to ask questions and give feedback. A schedule of meetings includes: • Sept. 26, 6-9 p.m.: Town Manager, PIO and Clerk • Oct. 3, 6-9 p.m.: Planning, Engineering, Inspections • Oct. 10, 6-9 p.m.: Public Works, Police • Oct. 17, 6-9 p.m.: Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources, Fire • Oct. 24, 6-9 p.m.: Budget Sign up for the classes at ci.morrisville.nc.us/forms.aspx?FID=43. For more information, visit townofmorrisville.org.

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State of Morrisville Event Focuses on Growth, Plans

East Cary Middle School Names 2016-17 PTA Board

The annual State of Morrisville event will focus on updates and highlights about budgets, growth and development issues, and plans for the future of the community. Sponsored by the Morrisville chamber of Commerce, the event is 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at the Hyatt House Raleigh Durham Airport and features such speakers as: • Mark Stohlman, Town of Morrisville Mayor • Martha Paige, Town of Morrisville Town Manager • Benjamin Howell, Town of Morrisville Senior Planner of Transportation • Jessica Holmes, Wake County Commissioner (District 3) Cost is $25 for Chamber members, and $40 for non-members. RSVP by Sept. 14 to ensure availability. For information or to register, call 919-463-7155 or visit morrisvillechamber.org.

Johanna Westlake is the 2016-17 Parent Teacher Association President at East Cary Middle School. Others on the board include: • Anita Harris, Vice President (General) • Michelle Null, Co-Vice President (Track 3) • Becky Claxton, Co-Vice President (Trace 3) • Chris Snow, Secretary • Karen Stinneford, Treasurer For more information, or to join the group, call 919-4664377 or visit ecmspta.com

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Morrisville Mayor Stohlman Appointed to State Board

Morrisville’s Halloween Event Features Haunted Trail, Movie

North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory appointed Morrisville Mayor Mark Stohlman to the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees. “I am deeply honored by Gov. McCrory’s trust and my appointment to this critical Board of Trustees,” said Stohlman. “Making sure 900,000 members have a secure retirement and that the systems remain financially healthy is a significant responsibility that I take very seriously.” Stohlman – whose term is four years – will be one of 13 board members.

Town of Morrisville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department invites children to trick-or-treat from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24 at the safe and friendly quartermile paved Hatcher Creek Trail at Morrisville Community Park. Costumed participants can collect goodies from various costumed characters, play on the bounce houses or grab a bite to eat from local food trucks. Following the free trail event, the family-friendly movie “Hotel Transylvania” (rated PG) will show on baseball field #1. Morrisville Community Park is located at 1520 Morrisville Parkway. Visit townofmorrisville.org for more information.

RTP SPOTLIGHT Muster RDU Event Provides Veterans Access to Entrepreneurial Resources Bunker Labs RaleighDurham plans its first Muster RDU event, which enables veterans who are considering entrepreneurship to gain access to the resources, programs and community they need to help transform their military experience into business success. Made possible in part by a $25,000 grant from MetLife, Muster RDU is free to veterans and scheduled for 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22 at the MetLife Global Technology Campus in Cary. The event brings together hundreds of veterans, corporate partners and innovators for a full day of networking and sharing ideas, including keynote speakers, veteran business pitches, discussion panels and a showcase of products from veteranowned small businesses and companies that support the veteran community. Approximately 25 percent of post-9/11 veterans state a desire to start a business, yet less than 10 percent of small businesses are actually owned by veterans. “Most veterans point to a lack of professional networks as a hindrance to launching a venture,” said Dean Bundschu, the Executive Director of 80

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Bunker Labs RDU. “Bunker Labs is changing this by offering veterans a chance to bring out their entrepreneurial spirit in highly networked communities in key markets across the nation.” MetLife joins JPMorgan Chase & Co., Cisco, the Research Triangle Park Foundation and the Support Center as sponsors of the Muster RDU event, which marks the fifth stop on a national tour and promises to be one of the largest veteran entrepreneurial events in the southeast. Bunker Labs is a national not-for-profit organization built by military veteran entrepreneurs to empower other military veterans as leaders in innovation. Through local chapters organized in 12 different cities – including Raleigh-Durham – Bunker Labs provides educational programming, mentors, events, and thriving local networks to help military Veterans start and grow businesses. For more information, visit bunkerlabs.org. Muster RDU is presented by MetLife Military Veterans Network, an employeebased diversity business network at MetLife that advocates for and supports the military community.

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ProductCampRTP ‘Unconference’ Scheduled at The Frontier at RTP A new networking event for anyone involved in product introduction or development is planned for 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at The Frontier at RTP. Registration is free for the ProductCampRTP Fall Unconference, which will include music, beer, food and guest speakers. ProductCampRTP provides a venue to learn best practices in product marketing and development, and build the product development community through networking.

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Bull City Race Fest Benefits Habitat for Humanity Durham

Dom Flemons Duo Performs At Back Porch Music Series

The 4th Annual Quintiles Bull City Race Fest and Food Truck Rodeo – showcasing historic, downtown Durham and benefitting Habitat for Humanity of Durham – is Sunday, Oct. 16. Participants can choose from half-marathon, five-mile and one-mile distances and enjoy a fall morning of running and post-race food. The weekend kicks off with the expo and packet pick-up in downtown Durham, followed by a Carb Crawl – featuring local restaurants. All races start next to the American Tobacco Campus in downtown Durham, followed by a post-race festival on the lawn at the Durham Performing Arts Center. There will be food trucks, a beer garden, a kids’ zone and entertainment.

Dom Flemons Duo performs free and open to the public at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, at the American Tobacco Campus in Durham. Sponsored by American Tobacco, WUNC, Fox 50, Bull Durham Beer Co., DPAC, GoSmart and WRAL Out and About, the music series is presented by Mercedes Benz of Durham. The South Carolina Broadcasters open the show, which is part of the Back Porch Music on the Lawn series. Dogs, picnics and children are welcome, but no glass is allowed.

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For more information, visit americantobaccocampus.com. The amphitheater is located at 318 Blackwell St. in Durham.

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REI AT LAKE CRABTREE Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) – the nation’s largest consumer cooperative – sponsored a free weekend event at Lake Crabtree County Park in Morrisville in August, featuring kayaks, bicycles, waterboards and other activities. The REI Outdoor School was part of a nationwide effort to highlight the co-op’s in-store classes and programs. REI has three stores in the 919: North Hills, Cary, and Durham. 919 Magazine Photos

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CHILDREN’S BUSINESS FAIR The Triangle Children’s Business Fair – coordinated by Rupal Nishar and Monica Goodson – featured youthful entrepreneurs age 6-14 with booths selling baked goods, crafts and other items, while interacting with attendees. The special one-day event was held at Morrisville’s Park West Village in August. For more information, visit trianglecbf.com. 919 Magazine Photos

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Rolesville’s BBQ Festival Seeks Cookoff Competitors, Vendors Rolesville Chamber of Commerce’s 7th Annual Hot Pickin’ Finger Lickin’ BBQ and Band Festival is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17. This public event – among Rolesville’s largest – features a cookoff, fresh BBQ meals, vendor booths, youth attractions, live music and more. Chamber officials are now accepting applications for participants in the cookoff competition. Categories include chicken, ribs and whole hog – with judges provided by the North Carolina Pork Council. Entry fee discounts are available for multiple category entries. For official rules and registration information, visit http:// tiny.cc/2016BBQCookTeam. Vendors and sponsors are also are sought for the 2016 event. For specific information on the opportunities and pricing, visit http://tiny.cc/2016RolesvilleBBQVendor. For more information on the cookoff, call 919-562-7069, email april.sneed@rolesvillechamber.org, or visit rolesvillechamber.org.

Wake Forest Father Daughter Dance Scheduled on Sept. 16 Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is hosting a Father Daughter Dance at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16. Fathers and daughters throughout Wake Forest are invited to celebrate their special bond during an evening of music, dancing, and refreshments at the Alston-Massenburg Center. A photographer will also be on hand to capture a special photo of every father-daughter couple and provide each with a 5x7 photograph. The cost is $20 per couple and $5 for each additional daughter. To register, visit wakeforestnc.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/. For more information, contact PRCR Event Coordinator Lisa Jacobs at 919-556-7063 or ljacobs@wakeforestnc.gov. Alston-Massenburg Center is located at 416 N. Taylor St. in Wake Forest.

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NE Regional Library Hosting Free Family Friendly Concert Northeast Regional Library is hosting a free family friendly concert at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17. Oak City Chamber Players will present Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet at 1 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend, and participate in a music collage craft activity. No registration is necessary. The library is located at 14401 Green Elm Lane in Wakefield. For more information, call 919-570-7166 or visit wakegov.com/ libraries.

Rolesville 5K Race Benefits ‘Shop With a Cop’ Efforts Rolesville Police Department hosts the HERO 5K and the Superhero Mile on Saturday, Oct. 22, at Rolesville Community School Park. The HERO 5K is a competitive race for anyone and features a course through the Rolesville community. The Superhero Mile is a fun run for youths age 12 and under. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a race start at 9 a.m. Registration fee for the 5K is $25 until Oct. 7, $35 between Oct. 8-21, and $40 day of the race. Fee for the Superhero Mile is $5 until Oct. 21 and $10 day of the race. All money raised goes to fund “Shop with a Cop,” a program designed to foster positive relationships between youth and police officers, by providing young children in need with a Christmas. Each child selected is partnered with an officer for the day, given money to purchase items, and treated to a pizza party. For information or to register, visit rolesvillenc.gov. Rolesville Community School Park is located at 121 Redford Place Drive.

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Feis in The Forest Features Irish Music, Dancers and More

Rolesville’s Fall FunFest Scheduled for Oct. 22 Town of Rolesville’s Fall FunFest is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 27 at Main Street Park. Sponsored by the Town of Rolesville Parks & Recreation Department, the event features live music throughout the day, various arts and crafts vendors, a variety of food trucks and more. Registration deadline for vendors is Oct. 5 For information, visit rolesvillenc.gov, or call 919-554-6582.

Feis in The Forest Irish Music Festival is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17 on Taylor Street in Downtown Wake Forest. Presented by The Ancient Order of Hibernians, the free event is a benefit for the Carolina for the Kids Foundation. In addition to Celtic bands, vendors and food trucks, the festival will include Gaelic sports demonstrations, Irish dancers, a kids’ area (Leprechaun Lane), a “Red Hair and Freckles” competition, Celtic Canines and more. All musicians and dancers are donating their time and talent for free, and lawn chairs are welcome. For more information, visit raleighirishfest.com or call 919-6289024

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Sandling Beach 50 Part Of Centennial Challenge

Short Takes Christopher McCabe of Heritage Middle is among five finalists for Wake County Public School System 2016-2017 Principal of the Year. In addition, Wakefield High’s Melissa Thomas is a finalist for WCPSS 2016-2017 Assistance Principal of the Year. The name of the winner is planned for Oct. 5…Sam’s Club opens at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 11460 Royal Cotton Road in Wake Forest, and plans to award $25,000 in grants to several local nonprofit organizations…Publix Supermarkets expects to open its new grocery location at The Shoppes at Heritage Village at 1030 Forestville Road on Sept. 7.

One of five legs of the North Carolina State Parks 2016 Centennial Endurance Challenge is at Falls Lake on Saturday, Sept. 16. Scheduled for an 8 a.m. start, the Sandling Beach 50 is a hybrid between a traditional distance race and a half iron distance race: The swim is one mile, the bike is 40 miles, and the run is nine miles.

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Theatre in the Park Fall Events Include Caught Up in I-540 Traffic? ‘Dracula’ and Three Plays in Repertory Relief Project on the Way Raleigh’s Theatre in the Park’s 2016 Mainstage Season continues in September with three plays in repertory – followed by a special presentation by Ira David Wood III of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” just in time for Halloween. The three plays in repertory include: “True West” by Sam Shepard (Sept. 8-11) This American classic explores alternatives that might spring from the demented terrain of the California landscape. Sons of a desert-dwelling alcoholic and a suburban wanderer clash over a film script. Austin, the achiever, is working on a script he has sold to producer Sal Kimmer when Lee, a demented petty thief, drops in. He pitches his own idea for a movie to Kimmer, who then wants Austin to junk his bleak, modern love story and write Lee’s trashy Western tale. “Almost Maine” by John Cariani (Sept. 15-18) On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, ME. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend – almost – in this delightful midwinter night’s dream. “Southern Baptist Sissies” by Del Shores (Sept. 22-25) Storyteller Mark Lee Fuller tries to create a world of love and acceptance in the church and clubs of Dallas, TX, while desperately trying to find a place to put his own pain and rage. The world Mark creates also includes two older barflies, Peanut and Odette, whose banter takes the audience from hysterical laughter to tragedy and tears. With a theme of religion clashing with sexuality, the play opened to rave reviews in Los Angeles during its original run in 2000 and became the most awarded play of the year. Performances are 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 8-10, 15-17, and 22-24 and 3 p.m. on Sept. 11, 18, and 25. Tickets are $24 for adults, $18 for seniors, students and military, and $16 for groups of 10 or more. “Dracula” (Oct. 6-9, 13-16) Ira David Wood IV stars in a gothic tale of the world’s most famous vampire, “Dracula” is an adaption of Bram Stoker’s gothic tale of the world’s most famous vampire. Shows are 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 6-8 and Oct. 13-15, and 3 p.m. on Oct. 9 and Oct. 10. Adult tickets are $22, and $15 for seniors, students and military personnel. Because last year’s “Dracula” productionss were sold out – and the recent sell-out success of the theatre’s production of “Hair” – the staff strongly recommends advance reservations. Tickets are available at 919-831-6058 or theatreinthepark.com. Theatre in the Park is located at Pullen Park, 107 Pullen Road, Raleigh.

Morning commuters familiar with the clogged westbound traffic lanes on I-540 in North Raleigh can look forward to some relief early next year. North Carolina Department of Transportation crews will begin construction to install traffic signals on four on-ramps by early 2017, designed to stagger motorists entering the highway from Falls of Neuse Road, Six Forks Road, Creedmoor Road and Leesville Road. These are the first on-ramp signals planned for installation in North Carolina, though similar systems are in place in other metropolitan areas in the U.S. – utilizing the technology to effectively keep traffic moving during rush hour. NCDOT considers the four new stop-and-go ramp meters on I-540 as a “pilot sites”, potentially leading to additional installations in the state. For more information, visit ncdot.gov.

CASL Boys Soccer Team Wins USYS National Championship Capital Area Soccer League ‘02 Academy Juniors boys soccer team defeated Strikers FC Chingirian 2-1 in July to mark CASL’s 3rd U.S. Youth Soccer National Championship. The team earned its way to the U13 USYS National Championships after winning the North Carolina USYS State Cup in May and the USYS Region III Championship in June. “I couldn’t be more blessed,” said CASL Head Coach Mark Jonas. “I’ve had some of these boys since they were six or sevenyears-old. It’s surreal at this moment. I’m so proud of them. It’s incredible.” Championship team members included Trace Alphin, Adam Armour, Jackson Burkhart, Kam Clemens, Connor Dail, Cole Frame, Harrison Herbst, Luke Hille, Ian Holdaway, Lewis Madera, Blake MacLauchlin, Aaron Messer, Jackson Newnam, Garrett Olson, Zach Peterman, Lucas Pleasants, Jake Smith, Oliver Weaver, and Ben Wu. CASL’ s ’98 Red also made its way to the U17 Boys USYS National Championship, but fell short in bracket play to qualify for the title game; and the CASL ’02 Juniors Red South were finalists in the USYS National Presidents Cup Championship in Tulsa, OK. For more information, visit caslnc.com.

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TASTY AUTUMN RECIPES This is the Season for Easy Preparation And Some Wonderful Aromas and Tastes by SUZY BETH SARVER Special to 919 Magazine

Nothing feels more like autumn than having a slight chill in the air, that crunch under your feet from fallen leaves, and a wonderful aroma permeating out of your kitchen on a cozy Sunday afternoon. Here are some of my all-time favorite recipes perfect for your next family dinner, tailgate, holiday get-together or quick weeknight meal. All have been long-treasured and tested on my family and friends, from my kitchen to yours- Buon Appetito (SB)

LIP SMACK’N POT ROAST Starting with a classic in our home: This one-dish masterpiece is so popular around here and – although the ingredients may sound a little bit overkill – the end result is impressive. I have yet to find this exact recipe anywhere; it’s been tested over and over again and well perfected. Work with a decent large pan, something with a tight fitting lid that can go from stovetop to oven. Prep time: Oven time:

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Ingredients 1 (4-5) lb boneless chuck roast 4 cloves garlic, sliced thin ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper ¼ cup all purpose flour 1 stick butter 1 large sweet yellow onion, sliced into rings 1 cup dry red wine 1 8-oz can tomato sauce 1 tsp prepared horseradish 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 bay leaf 8 Idaho potatoes, peeled and quartered 6 carrots, peeled and quartered 4 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces 1 can golden mushroom soup 90

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Preparation Preheat oven to 350. Melt butter in pan over medium heat, adding onion rings. While onions are cooking, make slits in top of roast, stuff with garlic, rub with salt and pepper and dredge in flour; then set aside for a moment. Increase temperature to medium high and continue to cook onions for roughly 10 min. or until glazed over and translucent. Add roast to pan with onions, browning on all sides. Just after brown, add next five ingredients to pan, stir well and bring to a slight boil. Turn off stove, adding potatoes, carrots and celery – and cover pan with lid and transfer to oven. Roast covered at 350 degrees for two hours; then uncover, stir, re-cover, reduce oven to 300 degrees, and cook another 45 min. Remove from oven, cool for 10 min., then transfer roast to serving platter. Using a slotted spoon, place vegetables around roast and add juices from pan as desired. Make sure to serve with a lot of crusty bread for all that lip smackin’ sopping up! (SB) www.919Magazine.com

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SOUTHERN HASH BROWN CASSEROLE

This is the easy weeknight dinner I promised and is perfect for busy families on the go. My youngest loves this soup so much that it’s been in “regular rotation” in our home from September through February since 2009. If you want a dish loaded with flavor, this one has it. Add tortilla or corn chips on the side and you may have a new favorite on your hands.

About 15 years ago I attended a baby shower and the hostess served this belly-warming, flavorful casserole. What I like most about the dish is its versatility. It can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It pairs nicely with eggs, a glazed honey ham or pork tenderloin. Many of you may be familiar with this dish as it has “southern” in the title. I could not have been more removed from anything southern at the time by living in San Diego, but then again, that is Southern California, right?

Prep time: Cook time:

10 min 15 min

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef, browned and drained 1 15 oz can corn 1 15 oz can pinto beans 1 4 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes 1 4 oz can green chilies 1 pkg ranch dressing mix 1 pkg taco seasoning 2 15 oz cans water

Preparation Brown ground beef in large soup kettle, drain fat and return to pan. Dump all cans into pot, including their own liquid; then use one of the empty 15 oz cans to fill twice with water, and add to pot (big mention again right here to NOT drain the cans; I know we all are in the habit of draining, but this recipe calls for you to dump all ingredients together). Stir in seasoning mixes, bring to a boil, reduce to low and simmer 15 min. Top with a dollop of sour cream, and enjoy. (SB)

My Pumpkin Cranberry Bread Here’s a recipe that I created from a few different recipes. It was first baked in my home back in 2001 and traveled with me to Texas for a Thanksgiving dinner. The secret to the success of this moist and flavorful bread is to make it ahead three or four days, storing on the counter-top tightly wrapped. The brandy comes to life and makes this a people pleaser at your holiday table. The recipe easily doubles and the bread freezes well. Prep time: Bake time:

20 min. 60 min

Ingredients 3 cups all purpose flour 1 tbsp, plus 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 2 tsp baking soda 1½ tsp salt 3 cups granulated sugar 1 15 oz can pure pumpkin (not pie filling) 4 large eggs 1 cup vegetable oil ½ cup orange juice 1 cup sweetend cran-raisins 1/3 cup brandy

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2 lbs frozen southern hash browns (thawed; cubed, not shredded) 1 cup chopped yellow onion 16 oz sour cream 1 can cream of chicken soup 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese ½ tsp salt ½ tsp white pepper ½ tsp garlic salt ½ cup butter (melted) 2 cups corn flakes

Preparation Mix all ingredients together -- except leave out the hash browns and half of the required butter (use only ¼ cup initially). After ingredients are well mixed, stir in the hash browns and pour into a greased 13” x 9” casserole dish. Spread corn flakes over the top and drizzle remaining butter. Bake uncovered 1.5 hr. Two items worth mentioning: Never cover this dish during bake time, or when resting on the counter top to cool from the oven. If you do, you will have a soggy corn flake topping. I learned the hard way. This dish is strong and likes to breathe with a definite crunchy top – which makes it all the more appealing. If you are transporting to a potluck…this dish will be a big hit. Simply bake earlier in the day, leave room temperature to cool, then cover with foil or lid for travel. Ask your hostess/host to reheat 20 min. at 300 degrees uncovered or bring a hot pad and reheat. (SB)

Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and grease and flour two loaf pans. Combine the first four ingredients until well blended. In a separate bowl, combine the next five ingredients and with an electric mixer on low, and beat until just blended. Add the mixing bowl with the pumpkin to your four mixture and hand stir until moistened. Mixture will seem quite runny, which is okay. Fold in the cranberries, barely mix in the brandy, and pour into prepared loaf pans and bake on the center rack 60-65 min. until toothpick tests clean. Cool in pans on wire rack for 10 min. then remove from pans. Recipe makes two full size loaves or five mini loaves. Once again, the secret is to make ahead a day or two for the flavors to come to life. This also makes an excellent hostess gift. (SB)

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