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The Gift of Music Welcome to our Special 3rd Anniversary Edition of 919 Magazine! It’s been a real journey since publishing our first issue here back in 2012 … and we are only getting started! We love to keep you guessing on what we are up to here at 919 Magazine – and we have some wonderful surprises on deck this summer and fall. Our work is very rewarding, especially when we receive a positive response from our dear readers who light up when they meet our team at a community event. The praise, the feedback – and even the occasional “grumpy” resident (who has no qualms in letting me have it) – all need to be heard; and it encourages our team to strive even harder for excellence and to give you a publication you want to read. Because we love what we do, I am so excited to share one of my greatest loves in this special anniversary issue: The gift of music. Our very own 919 Team put me in the hot seat with an interview about my passion and the launch of a project very dear to my heart, the 919 Music Fest. The story begins on Page 34. Also in this issue, don’t miss: ¾ An informative piece on Jay Izso, a North Raleigh digital media expert who offers insight on how businesses can use psychology to master their social media efforts – and improve their results – in his new book, “Got Social Mediology?”. Check it out on Page 42. ¾ A touching profile of Michael Frink, whose relationship with his little brother influences the development of his keys to success – and perhaps his future career choice. Look for it on Page 20. ¾ The feature on long-time high school teacher Lynda Roszko, honored as one of the nation’s best computer science instructors. It’s on Page 22. Of course, we offer so much more in this issue of your community magazine, including an early look at local Independence Day activities, and a wide range of youth camps available this summer. It’s all available online too; read all of our publications by visiting www.919magazine.com So, let the music play…
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919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES COMMUNITY EVENTS MAY 5/16
Run for Peace, Walk for Wellness 5K
8 am (5K), 9:15 am (Fun Run) $25 by 5/13; $30 afterwards St. Francis of Assisi 11401 Leesville Rd 919-847-8205 www.stfrancisraleigh.org
5/16
Special Storytime With Ballet Cat
11 am Barnes and Noble Booksellers 8431 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-484-9903 www.barnesandnoble.com
5/25
Memorial Day
5/29-30
Relay for Life: Leesville, Brier Creek & RTP
6:30 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919-334-5234 madison.buchanan@cancer.org www.NorthernWakeRelay.org
6/12
Laughter Club’s Comedy Night
Featuring Dan Nainan 6 pm cocktail; 7 pm dinner; 8 pm showtime Brier Creek Country Club Members and guests 919-206-4600 www.briercreekcc.com
6/12
Father-Daughter Dance
6-9 pm Brier Creek Country Club members 919-206-4600 www.briercreekcc.com
6/14
Flag Day
6/19
Father’s Day Surprise!
Age 4-8 6-9 pm; $13 fee Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov
6/20
Pollinator Festival
10 am-3 pm Lake Crabtree County Park Beech Shelter 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-460-3390 www.wakegov.com
5/31
919 Music Fest
Benefit for the 200 Club of Wake County (assisting families of lost first responders) Live music on two stages; vendors, food, beer/wine garden; kids zone and more 11 am-7 pm; free admission Glenwood Ave, adjacent to Sir Walter Chevro let www.919musicfest.com
6/21
Father’s Day
6/21
June Soltice
First Day of Summer
JUL 7/4
Independence Day
JUN 6/10, 7/8
Business Networking Group
Brier Creek Country Club Members Only 6 pm; free Deke’s Grill 9400 Club Hill Dr (919) 206-4600 www.briercreekcc.com 919 Magazine BC
SCHOOL EVENTS MAY
5/14
Dance Concert
7 pm Panther Creek High (auditorium) 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net www.919Magazine.com
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5/21
4:30 pm, 7:30 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919-870-4250 www.leesville.org
7 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919-870-4250 www.leesville.org
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5/22
5-8 pm Brier Creek Elementary 9801 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-484-4747 www.briercreekpta.org
7:30-8:30 pm Trinity Academy of Raleigh Founder’s Hall 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 www.trinityacademy.com
Chorus Concert
Brier Creek Spring Carnival
Dance Concert
Baccalaureate Service
6/8
Leesville Road High Graduation 4 pm Raleigh Convention Center 500 S. Salisbury St, Raleigh 919-870-4250 www.leesville.org
6/12-28
The Color Purple Musical
8 pm: 6/12-13, 19-20, 25-27 2 pm: 6/13-14, 20-21, 27-28 $29 Adults, $24 senior/student/military St Francis of Assisi (Clare Hall) 11401 Leesville Rd www.thejusticetheaterproject.org
5/23
Trinity Academy Graduation
5/15
8th Grade Dance
7 pm Leesville Road Middle 8406 Pride Way 919-870-4141 www.wcpss.net/leesvilleroadms
9:30 am Trinity Academy of Raleigh Founders Hall 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 www.trinityacademy.com
5/14-6/18
5/16
LIVE in The District Music Series
‘Under the Stars’ Prom
8-12 pm Panther Creek High Embassy Suites Cary 201 Harrison Oaks Blvd 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
5/16
Coach D Memorial Scholarship 5K
Benefiting the Gene Daniels Memorial Scholarship Fund 9 am (Race/Fun Run) Panther Creek High 803 Regency Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
5/28
Band Concert
7 pm Leesville Road Middle 8406 Pride Way 919-870-4141 www.leesvillems.wcpss.net
Band Concert
7 pm Leesville Road Middle 8406 Pride Way 919-870-4141 www.wcpss.net/leesvilleroadms
5/29
Benefiting LRES 5:30 pm Leesville Road Elementary 8401 Leesville Rd 919-870-4200 www.lespta.com
5:30-7:30 pm Leesville Road Elementary 8401 Leesville Rd 919-870-4200 www.lespta.com
5/19
Panther Creek High Graduation
Chorus Concert
7 pm Panther Creek High (auditorium) 6770 McCrimmon Pwy 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
Thursdays: 6 pm-8:30 pm Live music, kids activities, food, drinks and more Park West Village (in front of Stone Theatre) Morrisville www.parkwestvillage.net
5/28
5/17
Healthy Kids Running
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS MAY
School Dance
6/7
4 pm Raleigh Convention Center 500 S. Salisbury St, Raleigh 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
5/15-17
Got to Be NC Festival
12-10 pm Fri 9 am- 10 pm Sat 9 am- 8 pm Sun North Carolina State Fairgrounds 1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh 919-839-4545 www.gottobencfestival.com
5/16
East Meets West Festival
11 am-4 pm Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Along Town Hall Drive (in front of fire station: 200 Town Dr) 919-463-7150 www.eastmeetswestmorrisville.org
5/20, 21
Band Concert
7 pm Panther Creek High (auditorium) 6770 McCrimmon Pwy 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
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5/30
Annual Tour of Chicken Coops in Raleigh, benefitting Urban Ministries of Wake County 10 am- 4 pm Various Raleigh locations info@tourdcoop.com www.tourdcoop.com
Single ($15 early, $20 reg, $25 day) Triple ($30 early, $35 reg, $40 late) VIP ($50 early, $55 reg, $60 late) 439 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh www.slidethecity.com
Tour D’Coop
Oak City Concert Series
5/31
Third Sunday Children’s Carnival
919 Music Fest
Benefit for the 200 Club of Wake County (assisting families of lost first responders) Live music on two stages; vendors, food, beer/wine garden; kids zone and more 11 am-7 pm; free admission Glenwood Ave, adjacent to Sir Walter Chevrolet www.919musicfest.com
5/23-24
WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest
3-9:30 pm Spring Forest Road Park 4203 Spring Forest Rd Bennett Bunn Plantation, Zebulon 1915 Old Bunn Road www.wralfreedomballoonfest.com
5/23-7/9
NC Symphony Summerfest
7:30 pm Rex Healthcare Summerfest Series Booth Amphitheater 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary 919-733-2750 www.ncsymphony.org/summerfest
6/11
2015 Slide the City
5-10:30 pm Downtown Raleigh (City Plaza) 400 block Fayetteville St www.godowntownraleigh.com
6/21
11 am-3 pm Hargett St between Wilmington St and Fayetteville St www.godowntownraleigh.com
6/24
8th Annual Pet a Pony Day
9 am-3 pm Gov. James B. Hunt Horse Complex 4601 Trinity Rd, Raleigh bmbaysbus@gmail.com 919-676-8293 www.nchja.com
6/27
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Band Together’s Main Event
6/6
PNC Downtown Raleigh Movie Series
6 pm; Free Downtown Raleigh (City Plaza) 400 block Fayetteville St www.godowntownraleigh.com
Michael Franti and Spearhead Headline StepUp Ministry Benefit Red Hat Amphitheater 500 S. McDowell St 919-781-0156 www.stepupministry.org
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LIVE in The District Music Series
Thursdays: 6 pm-8:30 pm Live music, kids activities, food, drinks and more Park West Village, Morrisville (in front of Stone Theatre) www.parkwestvillage.net
MAY/JUN
Raleigh Brewing Company
Live Music (check website) Brewery Tours: 3 pm, 1st & 2nd Sat; Tap Room open daily, 12 pm 3709 Neil St, Raleigh 919-400-9086 www.raleighbrewingcompany.com
TraLi Irish Pub & Restaurant Live Music (weekends) 10370 Moncreiffe Rd, #109 919-544-4141 www.traliirishpub.com
Kings Bowl
Bowling, darts, billiards, more 141 Park at North Hills St 919-600-5700 www.kingnorthhills.com
Maude’s Coffee & Desserts Mon-Sat, 7 am-9 pm Sun, 9 am-5 pm 12333 Strickland Rd 984-232-8321 www.maudesgarden.com
Los Tres Magueyes
10410 Moncreiff Rd 919-484-9258 www.lostresmagueyes.com
Wild Wing Café
Live music, Fri & Sat; Live trivia, Wed 7900 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-957-2000 www.wildwingcafe.com
Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse Live music, Thu-Sat 8551 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-544-3344 www.brasasteakhouse.com
Wild Turkey Lounge (Angus Barn)
Live music nightly 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-2444 www.angusbarn.com
Sassool
Occasional live music, face painting, magician (check website for dates) 9650 Strickland Rd 919-847-2700 www.sassool.com
Gizmo Brew Works
8816 Gulf Ct, Ste 100 www.loneriderbeer.com Carolina Ale House Live trivia, Tue 7981 Skyland Ridge Pkwy 919-957-4200 www.carolinaalehouse.com
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9 am-12 pm Age 6-12; golf, tennis, fitness (camps also 7/13-17, 8/3-7) Brier Creek Country Club members 919-206-4600 www.briercreekcc.com
Stage Door Dance Summer Camps, Lessons
Weekday Open Jumps
Mon-Fri, 10 am-4 pm $7 per child ($5 for siblings) Pump It Up Brier Creek 10700 World Trade Blvd #112 919-828-3344 www.pumpitupparty.com/raleigh-nc
6/15-19
Various times, levels, ages Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pwy 919-463-8656 dgrant2@wcpss.net www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
6/15-8/5
Various ages, levels, themes 9:30 am-12 pm for camps; various times for lessons Stage Door Dance 2720 Godley Ln, Suite 101 919-720-3036 www.stagedoordance.com
6/22-26
Golden Glove Baseball Camp 8:30 am-12 pm Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov
7/20-8/2
Taproom open: 4:30-8 pm, Wed; 4:30-10 pm, Thu; 4:30-10 pm, Fri; 1 pm-10 pm, Sat; check for tours, live music schedule 5907 Triangle Dr www.gizmobrewworks.com
Lonerider Brewing Company
6/15-19
Sport Camp
5/29: Prize Wheel: Free swag, prizes 6/14: National Strawberry Shortcake Day Celebration: Free prizes all day 6/21:Bring your dad for free yogurt Yogurt Mountain 8107 Creedmoor Rd 919-846-2260 yogurtmountain.com
Yogurt Mountain Special Events
Tasu Asian Bistro, Sushi Bar
8511 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-246-0640 www.brixxpizza.com
7:30 am-6 pm full day ($350/wk) 7:30 am-6 pm half day ($250/wk) Daily Sessions: $85/full day, $65/half day 6921 Wildlife Trail 919-596-8975 ride@deadbrokehorsefarm.com www.deadbrokehorsefarm.com
3rd Annual Coed Summer Soccer Camp
9101 Leesville Rd www.manchestersgrill.com
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza
6/8-8/21
Dead Broke Farm Horseback Riding Camps
OTHER/SPECIALS MAY/JUN
Manchesters Grill
8919 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-544-8474 www.tasubriercreek.com
COMMUNITY SPORTS REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS
Lake Lynn Youth Flag Football (registration)
Parents’ Night Out
Jumping, games, dinner, movie Every Friday, 6-10 pm; age 4-12 $20 per child ($15 for siblings) Pump It Up Brier Creek 10700 World Trade Blvd #112 919-828-3344 www.pumpitupparty.com/raleigh-nc www.919Magazine.com
Ages 4-12 Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov
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919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES JUN/AUG
Camp Ranoca West (Youth) Various dates, times $135 fee William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-996-2117 www.ncparks.gov
WALKS, RACES, RIDES, GOLF MAY 5/16
Run for Peace, Walk for Wellness 5K
8 am (5K), 9:15 am (Fun Run) $25 by 5/13; $30 afterwards St. Francis of Assisi 11401 Leesville Rd 919-847-8205 www.stfrancisraleigh.org
5/16
Minuteman Muster
Benefitting NC National Guard Assoc. Educational Foundation 5K Run/Walk, 8K Run: 10 am Public Open House: 8 am-2 pm NC National Guard Military Center 1636 Gold Star Dr, Raleigh www.minutemanmuster.org
5/16
Coach D Memorial Scholarship 5K
Benefiting the Gene Daniels Memorial Scholarship Fund 9 am (Race/Fun Run) Panther Creek High 803 Regency Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
5/29
Catchin’ Fireflies 5K
Benefitting Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 8 pm; $25 general, $20 students Wakefield High 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr 919-562-3600 www.wakefieldhs.wcpss.net
5/29-30
Relay for Life: Leesville Brier Creek & RTP
6:30 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919-334-5234 madison.buchanan@cancer.org www.NorthernWakeRelay.org
5/30
Save the Day 5K
Benefiting National Inclusion Project; Includes 1 mile Fun Run, Block Party with live music, Kids’ Zone, prizes 9 am The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP www.inclusionproject.org
JUN 6/6
Kids at Heart Fun Run 5K
Benefiting Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities 9 am (5K); $25 (adult), $15 (12 and under) Dorthea Dix Park Umstead Drive, Raleigh www.active.com
6/21
Maggiano’s Father’s Day 5K
Benefiting Make a Wish Foundation 8:30 am (Fun Run), 9 am (5K) $25 5K fee, $15 Fun Run fee Streets of Southpoint 8030 Renaissance Pkwy, Durham www.runsignup.com
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7/25
5/20
Benefiting Fit & Able activities 10 pm Triangle Aquatic Center & Cary Towne Center 275 Convention Dr, Cary fitandablecoach@gmail.com www.fitandable.net
8:15 pm (Ride start) 8:30 pm (Run/walk) $37 Adults (6/1-7/23) $27 Youth (6/1-7/23) Habitat for Humanity Durham Durham Bulls Athletic Park 409 Blackwell St, Durham www.durhamhabitat.org
6:30-8 pm Lake Crabtree County Park Boat Rental Docks 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-460-3390 www.wakegov.com
Night Ride Triathlon
Habitat Bull Moon 5K Run
7/25
JUL 7/12
KIT Youth Triathlon
Benefiting at-risk kids 8:30 am (Race start) North Hills Club 4824 Yadkin Dr www.kidsintraining.org
Run with Heart 5K
Benefit Remnant Outreach Centers of Kindness, Inc 7:45 am (5K); 9 am (Kid’s Fun Run) $25 (w/shirt), $20 (no shirt) Cedar Fork Community Center 1050B Town Hall Dr, Morrisville www.runwithheart.org
OTHER ACTIVITIES 5/15
Sunset Canoe Trip
Crabtree Casters
6/6
Nature Photo Hike
3:30 pm Umstead State Park Oak Rock Trail (0.6 mi) Reservations required 919-571-4170 www.ncparks.gov
6/6
Birding with Vernon
8:30-10 am Lake Crabtree County Park Waterwise Garden 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-460-3390 www.wakegov.com
7-9 pm Lake Crabtree County Park Boat Rental Facility 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-460-3355 www.wakegov.com
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Brier Creek Common July 4th Fireworks
5 pm: Activities begin Dusk: Fireworks display Brier Creek Commons Brierdale Shopping Center 8161 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-572-1236 www.shopbriercreekcommons.com
7/4
The Works
12-11 pm (event starts) 9:30 pm (fireworks start) Downtown Raleigh; free Between Fayetteville St and Red Hat Amphitheater www.raleighconvention.com/works/
7/4
An Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
7/4
7/4
10 am-3 pm North Carolina State Capitol 1 E. Edenton St 919-733-4994 www.nchistoricsites.org/capitol
10 am At N. Main St and W. Juniper Ave Town of Wake Forest 919-925-0375 www.wakeforestnc.gov
July 4th at the State Capitol
7/4
NC Symphony Summerfest Independence Day
7:30 pm; free Rex Healthcare Summerfest Series Booth Amphitheater 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary 919-733-2750 www.ncsymphony.org/summerfest
7/3
2015 Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular 5:30 pm Wake Forest High 420 W. Stadium Dr, Wake Forest Town of Wake Forest 919-925-0375 www.wakeforestnc.gov
Children’s Parade
7/4
Art and Games in the Park
Sponsored by Town of Wake Forest 11 am Holding Park 133 W. Owen Ave 919-925-0375 www.wakeforestnc.gov
7/4
Rolesville Fireworks
3 pm (Festivities) 5 pm (Parade) 9:15 pm (Fireworks) Town of Rolesville & Ballfield Park 121 Redford Place Dr Kathy.fuerst@rolesvillebuzz.com www.facebook.com/rolesvillenc
11 am-4 pm Joel Lane Museum House 160 S. Saint Mary’s St 919-833-3431 www.joellane.org
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Time Management, Accepting Responsibility Michael Frink Finds His Keys to Success By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer
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ichael Frink learned that time management and responsibility are the keys to success very quickly. At age 16, he began working after school, working on the weekends and held two jobs during the summer months. “I’ve learned a lot about myself while working,” said Frink. “And I am thankful for the opportunities I’ve had.” A 2014 Leesville Road High School graduate, Frink spent long hours between school, work, and studying and researching in the library. In addition, while at LRHS he spent one day a week caring for his 13-year-old brother, Matthew, who suffers from tuberous sclerosis – a disease that causes tumors to grow on major organs, and can cause epilepsy, ADHD, autism, OCD and global developmental delays. “When other people see my brother, 20
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they see someone with a lot of disabilities; but to me, he’s just my brother,” Frink said. “He has taught me a lot about overcoming adversity because he always has a smile on his face no matter what.” Over the years, Frink volunteered with the Miracle League, a special needs baseball league (on which
I want to help people when they are facing tough times and other life obstacles. MICHAEL FRINK,
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Matthew played) at Duke Hospital, and at LRHS was involved with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Key Club. While in high school, he also attended several engineering camps at NC State University and a biosciences and engineering camp at Duke University. Now a student at Vance-Granville Community College in Henderson, NC, Frink credits his volunteer experiences – May/June 2015
and especially his brother Matthew – as his inspiration for having a special interest in psychology as his current career aspiration. “I want to help people when they are facing tough times and other life obstacles,” he noted. Frink’s mother Frankie explained that she feels very lucky to have her son as part of her life. “He amazes me,” she explained. “Matthew may have many special needs, but Michael is simply special. I’m beyond proud of him, and I don’t know what I did to deserve him, but I am thankful.”
Michael with younger brother Matthew
Michael Frink II AGE: 19 SCHOOL: Vance-Garner Community College, upcoming sophomore; (2014 LRHS graduate) PARENTS: Michael and Frankie Frink RESIDENCE: North Raleigh/Leesville SIBLINGS: Matthew, 14 INTERESTS: Music, sports, modeling
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Passionate About Teaching
Longtime Leesville High Instructor Honored As One of Best Teachers in Computer Science By ANNA BLAKE 919 Magazine Writer
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Lynda Roszko, LRHS Computer Science and Math Instructor
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Lynda Roszko has a passion for teaching. It shows everyday in the classroom when she’s teaching computer science classes at Leesville Road High School. It certainly was evident when she recently received the Wake County Public School System’s Employee Excellence Award. And it was obvious last year when she was named one of the top 100 computer science teachers in the nation. Originally from southern Ontario, Canada, where most of her family still resides, Roszko’s zeal for education started early in life. “It seemed like a fun job to be able to help and shape the minds of young people,” she explained. “I was a computer programmer before this career and I thoroughly enjoyed that job as well; however, after my children were born and in school, I decided to try the teaching career that I had always wanted to pursue.”
Now she has been teaching for 22 years in Wake County: Six years at Sanderson High School in North Raleigh, and the remaining 16 years at LRHS. In addition to providing instruction in Computer Science Principles – the newest computer science course in U.S. high schools – she also teaches SAS Programming and AP Computer Science. “Through the years at LRHS, I have taught Computer Sciences levels 1 through 4, Trigonometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, SAT Prep for Math and pre-Algebra,” Roszko said. “I enjoy the interaction with my students and having a lab setting facilitates this quite well. I encourage students to work in teams to solve difficult problems and to synthesize their programs into exciting and original work.” Next summer, Roszko will be named a “Master Teacher” for AP Computer Science Principles and have the opportunity to teach her fellow educators how to introduce and teach this course at their schools. And this past year, Roszko was chosen as one of the top 100 Computer
Above: A recent recipient of the WCPSS Employee Excellence Award
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Science teachers in the USA, an honor that included a trip to Washington, DC, arranged and funded by the National Science Foundation and the National Center for Women in Technology. During this trip she attended several workshops where she had the opportunity to mingle with a number of top federal technology officials. Roszko found the experience very informative, as well as exciting. “The teachers present had the opportunity to network with each other and enjoy the excitement of the event together,” she said. “I am honored to receive this award and humbled to be included with the top computer science teachers of the country,” Roszko continued. “I am also overwhelmed with the tremendous support I have received from friends, family, and former students. Their support and comments touched my heart and I am grateful for each of them. This renewed my love for teaching and for working to help students be successful in their futures.”
Students Natalie Landsberg and Brian Giffin learning different programs
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eesville Road High School Pride Athletic Club’s 2015 Summer Sports Camps offer instruction and coaching in a variety of sports activities – while providing participants access to many LRHS coaches and players. Registration for the camps is available at http://www. leesvilleathletics.com. A medical release (available at the website) is needed to participate in the camps. All proceeds from the summer camps support the LRHS athletic programs, and are open to all young athletes regardless of their school affiliation or residence.
Among the camps: GIRLS VOLLEYBALL
Open to all girls age 6 to 15 who have not yet entered high school, this camp is designed for beginners and intermediate players. Campers will be grouped according to their ability so first time and younger players are encouraged to attend. Beginners will be taught volleyball basics such as passing, setting, serving, and some hitting. Intermediate players will learn how to apply basic skills on a more advanced level while working to improve their technique and form. Games will be played daily.
Information: ehensler@wcpss.net
Available to girls age 8-15 not yet in high school, the camp is designed to help the young player increase their knowledge of the game, provide individual instruction in the fundamentals, and have fun while competing and learning. An emphasis is placed on offensive skills, such as shooting, passing, ball-handling and footwork. Friday’s activities will include team games and individual skills contests and awards. Featuring LRHS Head Coach Shelly Reathaford July 13-17; M-F, 8am-11am; $125
Cheerleading camp is open to all boys and girls age 5 to rising 9th Graders. Cheerleaders will be grouped by skill level and taught the fundamentals of cheerleading such as motions, jumps, tumble, stunt and dance. Those who are ready for more advanced skills will also be taught proper techniques and “tricks” to make their advanced skills “hit.” In addition, campers will learn original LRHS cheer material, taught by select members of the Varsity Cheerleading squad.
BASEBALL
Featuring LRHS Coach Susan Pridgen Ennis July 13-17; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
This camp is open to boys and girls age 11-18 interested in the field of athletic training or sports medicine. The purpose of this camp is to educate teenagers about the profession, learn basic first aid skills, and teach treatment and prevention techniques for common athletic injuries. This camp will incorporate classroom instruction with practical experience on injury management. Information: sennis@wcpss.net
BOYS & GIRLS SOCCER
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Guy Civitello June 22-29; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Open to boys or girls age 8-15 not yet in high school, this camp’s instruction will cover the fundamentals of throwing, fielding, hitting and base running – plus pitching and catching instructional sessions. Campers will be grouped according to age and ability. The daily schedule will include stretching, warmup activities, drills, game situation practice, and daily game scrimmages.
Information: gcivitello@wcpss.net
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Paul Dinkenor June 15-19; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS
Open to boys and girls age 6-15 who have not yet entered high school, this camp will provide technical and tactical training for the beginner to the more advanced player. Instruction will include the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, heading and receiving. A goalkeeper coach is also on staff for campers. In addition to focusing on becoming a better player, there will be an emphasis on good character. Former college and LRHS soccer stars will participate in the camp.
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Featuring LRHS Varsity Coaching Staff July 6-10; M-F, 8:30am-12:30pm; $135
Information: sreathaford@wcpss.net
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Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Erin Hensler June 22-29; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Information: pdinkenor@wcpss.net
Leesville Road High Athletic Club Sponsors Camps in Several Sports
Featuring LRHS Varsity Girls Coach Molly Harnden July 6-10; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
This camp is designed to help the beginning to intermediate player love the game of tennis. Participants will be introduced to innovative drills, exercises and games to develop proper stroke techniques, winning strategies and good sportsmanship. The camp is open to age 6-15 not yet in high school. Limited to 35 participants. Information: mharnden@wcpss.net
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BOYS LACROSSE
BOYS BASKETBALL
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Franklin Zirkle July 13-17; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Russ Frazier June 15-19; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Open to age 8-15 not yet in high school, this camp will focus on Open to boys age 8-15 not yet in high school, this camp will individual, group and team fundamentals and will improve the focus on basketball fundamentals and will improve the camper’s camper’s understanding of lacrosse regardless of experience level. understanding of the game of basketball. Each day will consist of A typical camp day will feature stretching and warm up activities, teaching sessions, drills, videos, talking X’s and O’s, and playing drill work, competitions, video, game situation practice and games. basketball games. Players will be grouped by age and ability. Information: jfrazier@wcpss.net
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FOOTBALL
GIRLS LACROSSE
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coaching Staff July 6-10; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Karah Fegely June 22-29; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Available to girls age 8-15 not yet in high school, this camp focuses on individual, group and team fundamentals and will improve the camper’s understanding of lacrosse regardless of experience level. A typical camp day will feature stretching and warm up activities, drill work, competitions, video, game situation practice and games. Players will be grouped by age and ability.
Information: karahfegeley@gmail.com
TRACK & FIELD
Featuring LRHS Varsity Coach Jerry Canada July 13-17; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Boys and girls age 6-14 and not yet in high school will receive a diverse range of track and field events in this camp, covering running fundamentals and techniques designed to improve both speed and endurance. Campers will also explore hurdles, high jump, long jump, shot put and disk. No experience required. Each day will consist of warm-up activities, exhibitions by event experts, drills, teaching sessions and simulated competitions.
Open to boys age 8-15 not yet in high school, the camp will focus on football fundamentals and will improve the camper’s understanding of the game of football. Each day will consist of teaching sessions, drills, videos, talking X’s and O’s, and touch football games.
GIRLS SOFTBALL
Featuring Varsity Coach Bryan James July 6-10; M-F, 8am-12pm; $135
Designed for girls age 8-15 not yet in high school, young players and experienced players will learn what fundamentals are being taught at every level. Throwing, fielding, hitting and base running instruction will be given. Special sessions will be held for pitching and catching. Information: leighgenetti@gmail.com For additional information, email pacsportcamps@gmail.com.
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919 | SNAPSHOTS RDU Plane Pull Benefits Special Olympics
Credit Suisse presented the recent 2015 Plane Pull, benefiting Special Olympics North Carolina. Held at Raleigh Durham International Airport, the event involved 70 teams from throughout North Carolina and raised more than $90,000. Photos Courtesy of Jamie Kellner
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919 | SNAPSHOTS BRIER CREEK COUNTRY CLUB’S 14TH ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
Families hopped on over to the Brier Creek Country Club’s 14th annual Easter Egg Hunt in April, which featured an Easter Egg hunt, a photo with the Easter Bunny, and a good ole cookout for residents to enjoy. Submitted Photos
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919 | SNAPSHOTS Red Cross Ball Event Benefits The ‘Other’ Disaster First Responders The American Red Cross 24th Annual Red Cross Ball in April at North Ridge Country Club in North Raleigh, featured tasty cuisine and cocktails, live and silent auctions, and a live performance by Steve Owens and the Summertime Band. Funds from the special event support Red Cross services provided for local disaster relief, support, blood services and life saving training programs. Photos Courtesy of Sharon Penn
Co-chairs Linda Craft, owner of Linda Craft and Team Realtors, and Suzy Sarver, Publisher of 919 Magazine, hosted this year’s 24th Annual Red Cross Ball, raising more than $160,000 to support local communities.
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919 | SNAPSHOTS TRALI IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION IN BRIER CREEK
Tra’Li Irish Pub & Restaurant held its Annual Tent Party in Brier Creek after the Raleigh Parade in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, featuring live music performed by various artists – including The Gravy Boys, Inis Caidre Irish Dancers, and more! 919 Staff Photos
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919 | SNAPSHOTS UMSTEAD STATE PARK PICNIC
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TRINITY ACADEMY SPRING FLING
Trinity Academy of Raleigh’s Spring Fling in April featured face painting, playground fun, corn hole, basketball and soccer games, and more. The event followed a special dedication ceremony for the newly named Founders Hall (See article on Page 51). Photos Courtesy of Julie Gardner
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CELEBRATING 3YEARS IN THE 919! Sights and Sounds Along the I-540 Corridor With this issue of 919 Magazine, we mark three full years of producing and distributing an innovative type of media – an all-local glossy print magazine, backed by a robust website with a complete digital edition, video, live broadcast, and a host of social media opportunities for readers and advertisers.
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e have many people to thank for our success, and many charter advertisers who supported us from the beginning. We are grateful, and humbled by how well our efforts to build a sense of community along the I-540 Corridor were received. On these pages, we offer a quick kaleidoscope of scenes from the past 36 months, from the first event covered by 919 Magazine back in 2012 (St. Patrick’s Day at Tra’Li Irish Pub and Restaurant in Brier Creek) to festivals, street fairs and various charity events that we’ve attended, supported, and – in many cases – provided leadership and guidance. 919 Magazine is committed to the 919 area – not only because we have a business here, but also because we’re proud to call this our home. As we embark on our fourth year in this grand experiment, we say:
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Listen TO THE MUSIC Get Ready for North Raleigh’s First Ever Live Music Festival
919 Magazine Publisher Suzy Beth Sarver is passionate about music. Ask anyone who knows her. She can recite lyrics to songs that were on the charts from when she was in diapers. And Mason Ailstock thanks to parents who exposed her early on to some of the world’s best rock music, you would be hard pressed to find a song she doesn’t know. You can even find her in a speaking role on an Eagles’ video from 1993. If there is band playing live in North Raleigh, she’s ready, willing and on the dance floor. So it’s no surprise that she and 919 Magazine are presenting the 919 Music Fest on Sunday, March 31, in North Raleigh. 34
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A Conversation with Suzy Beth Sarver, 919 Magazine Publisher and Inspiration of the 919 Music Fest
Q&A How do you explain your love for music?
Where exactly is the 919 Music Fest taking place?
When I was young, I was always exposed to music. My parents owned a very popular bar/restaurant featuring live entertainment on the weekends. They also played music non-stop in from some of the best bands and musicians of the era and taught me to appreciate different genres. One day we would be listening to Eric Clapton, the next it would be Luciano Pavarotti. In fact, my mother played both the accordion and the organ often to the sounds of the Beatles or Carly Simon. I guess that early exposure definitely inspired me, because I’ve loved music since I was a little girl. Classic rock is definitely a part of my passion; but I am really a fan of multiple genres, from pop to blues, and jazz to bluegrass (in fact, 919 Magazine is a sponsor of the annual World of Bluegrass event in Raleigh).
The first 919 Music Fest is on a large grassy parcel of land on Glenwood Avenue and Kodiak Street, adjacent to Sir Walter Chevrolet in North Raleigh. It’s a perfect spot for our first event. On a visit last year with the Sir Walter team at their magnificent facility at 8501 Glenwood Avenue, I noticed the field and mentioned to Community Outreach Director Caroline Birckhead my hope to one day put on a music festival somewhere in North Raleigh. I was blown away when she informed me that not only did Sir Walter Chevrolet own the open property – but that the dealership had also sponsored music events back in the 1950s! Well, that started the ball rolling – and with the help of a wonderful committee of volunteers, we are anxiously awaiting this exciting May 31 event to take place. Sir Walter is proving to be an outstanding supporter and sponsor of the 919 Music Fest.
When did you conceive of the 919 Music Fest?
I guess I conceived the idea and the concept years ago, long before moving to Raleigh and launching 919 Magazine. But, certainly, once I was in North Carolina, the concept of a music festival or some type of music-related event was at the top of my mind. I remember driving throughout the Raleigh area – and noting potential spots for such an event. At one point, I had a list of more than a half dozen places as possibilities. But there was always a hitch: Nothing ever felt completely right.
Why did you undertake such a large task? Giving back to the community is a part of our charter at 919 Magazine. From the beginning three years ago, we’ve featured a variety of non-profit organizations in the pages of our various editions – exposing readers to a valuable and indispensible aspect of their communities. We volunteer and participate in a number of community events throughout the 919, and support many groups and charitable efforts. The 919 Music Fest simply takes that priority a step further by providing funds directly to an organization doing great work in our hometown. Plus, even though it takes a lot of time and effort (not just by me, but also the 919 Magazine team and a host of wonderful volunteers), it is very rewarding and a lot of fun. We can’t wait to party with some great bands and local music fans. 919 Magazine BC
What group is the 919 Music Fest supporting?
In its first year, the event is raising funds to support the 200 Club of Wake County, an organization that provides immediate funds to the spouses and family of fallen first responders in Wake County (including police officers, sheriff’s deputies, state troopers, firefighters and EMS personnel). In addition, the group funds scholarships for the children of the first responders lost in the line of duty.
What can attendees expect at the 919 Music Fest?
A lot of fun – and a lot of great music! Seriously, this will be a great way to spend a Sunday. First is the music: We have an amazing lineup of musicians from the 919, led by two bands who were integral to organizing this event: Gimme Shelter (a Rolling Stones cover band) and Idlewild South (an Allman Brothers cover band). All together, we have 10 acts scheduled for two stages, performing from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
But the 919 Music Fest has much more than the music. We also have: ¾ More than a dozen food trucks ¾ A beer and wine garden (Please turn to page 38)
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Sir Walter Chevrolet
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The first and only Chevrolet dealership in Raleigh at the time, Sir Walter Chevrolet opens in the Sir Walter Fire District (how the dealership got its name) in downtown Raleigh on the corner of Fayetteville Street and Cabarrus Street.
Sir Walter Chevrolet sponsors the Soapbox Derby on Glenwood Avenue downtown. The Sir Walter sponsored entry won, and Frank R. Anderson Sr. (the owner at the time) travelled to Akron, OH, with the winner to compete in the national competition.
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ir Walter Chevrolet – primary sponsor for the 919 Music Fest – has a long, deep history in the Raleigh community, including an early influence on the local music scene. “In the mid-1950s, thanks to the vision of my great-grandfather, Frank R. Anderson Sr., and his passion for music, thousands gathered on the Sir Walter Chevrolet used car lot in downtown Raleigh on Saturday nights for dancing and music with the Country Stylers Band,” said Caroline Birckhead, Community Outreach Director for the dealership now located in North Raleigh. “Ironically, the space where that festival was held is now the Red Hat Amphitheater, a local concert venue.” The family-owned dealership spanning four generations – first opened in 1928 – moved to its current location at 8501 Glenwood Avenue in 1997, and has thrived due to its long-time dedication to the Raleigh community as well as its
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commitment to its employees, excellence and innovation, according to Birckhead. “At Sir Walter, we are always looking for ways to involve and support the community, and when 919 Magazine approached us with the concept for a music festival – it seemed like the perfect fit, based on our history and mission,” Birckhead said. “Not only will the 919 Music Fest be a way for local Raleigh citizens to enjoy music together, but it will also raise awareness and funding to a wonderful organization – the 200 Club of Wake County.” The 200 Club of Wake County is dedicated to providing immediate financial help for the spouse and children of police officers, sheriff deputies, firemen, EMS squad members and North Carolina State Highway Patrol serving in Wake County who lose their lives in the line of duty. “We are honored to be a part of something that supports and celebrates first responders
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in our community,” said Birckhead. Plus, it’s another way Sir Walter Chevrolet can give back to its hometown. “We are Raleigh born and raised, spanning four generations – and our family is and has always been committed to serving the Raleigh community,” Birckhead stressed.
Sir Walter Chevrolet Profile ADDRESS: 8501 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh YEAR OPENED: 1928 KEY PERSONNEL: 3 family members: George Anderson, President Matt Birckhead, General Manager Caroline Birckhead, Community Outreach Director HOURS: Mon-Fri: 7:30 am-8 pm Sat: 8 am-6 pm Sun: Closed WEBSITE: www.SirWalter.com PHONE: 919-787-3700
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June 1973
Fall 1950
Summer 1955
Frank R. Anderson Sr. and Raleigh Mayor P.D. Snipes cut the ribbon at Sir Walter’s new main downtown location on the corner of South McDowell and Lenoir Street (now the Red Hat Amphitheater).
The Country Stylers Band performs for thousands of people on the Sir Walter Chevrolet used car lot in downtown Raleigh.
Frank R. Anderson Jr. serves as Chairman of the North Carolina Automobile Dealers Association, which advocates for new car, truck, and RV dealers across the state.
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George N. Anderson, current owner, assumes role as dealer of Sir Walter Chevrolet, succeeding his father, Frank R. Anderson Jr. and grandfather, Frank R. Anderson Sr.
Frank R. Anderson Jr. serves as the President of the National Automobile Dealers Association, which advocates for all new-car dealers on Capitol Hill, federal agencies, media, and general public.
September 1997 Sir Walter Chevrolet leaves downtown Raleigh after 69 years, seeking more room for expansion of the business, and opens its current location at 8501 Glenwood Avenue.
June 2014 George N. Anderson follows in his father’s footsteps and currently serves as Chairman of the North Carolina Automobile Dealers Association, which advocates for new car, truck, and RV dealers across the state.
May 2015 Sir Walter Chevrolet teams with 919 Magazine to host the first 919 Music Fest on the dealership property in Raleigh to benefit the 200 Club of Wake County.
October 2014 Sir Walter completes a full building renovation to accommodate a 21st century experience for consumers.
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Event Benefits 200 Club of Wake County, First Responders’ Families
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¾ A huge Kids Zone, including inflatables, face painting, horse rides, and more ¾ A Pets Zone, which includes a water station and snacks ¾ Many vendors, offering a variety of items for purchase ¾ Raffles ¾ A silent auction with all kinds of exciting items to bid on ¾ And much more fun
What’s your advice to attendees on what to expect? Bring your lawn chairs and sun umbrella, maybe a blanket, and prepare to have a great time listening and dancing to great music, eating some of the 919’s best food truck cuisine, enjoying great local craft beer from Raleigh Brewing Company and exceptional wine from Wine 101, and supporting a worthy cause – the families of fallen first responders, through the efforts of the 200 Club of Wake County.
So all this live music must cost a lot, right? No, not at all. Parking and admission to the event is free. Come early and claim your spot on the lawn, and spend the day in the spring sunshine listening to rock, pop, swing, and blues. The first band to the very last one are all outstanding. A little tease: Two of the bands perform a Stevie Wonder song that is so good, you will not be able to stay seated – that I can promise you!
How do readers of 919 Magazine get more information on the event? That’s easy: Just visit www.919MusicFest.com, or like 919 Music Fest on Facebook. Be sure to stop by the 919 Magazine booth and say hello!
919 Music Fest WHAT: Live music (10 bands, 2 stages) Vendors Food Trucks Beer & Wine Garden Kids Zone Pet Zone Raffles Silent Auction WHEN: 11 am-7 pm; Sunday, May 31 WHERE: Adjacent to Sir Walter Chevrolet, 8501 Glenwood Ave, North Raleigh ADMISSION: Free BENEFICIARY: 200 Club of Wake County (supporting families of fallen first responders) INFORMATION: 919-864-7300 info@919Magazine.com www.919musicfest.com
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The 919 Music Fest, an all day music extravaganza sponsored by 919 Magazine and Sir Walter Chevrolet, will take place Sunday, May 31, and promises to fuel attendees’ hearts, minds (and bellies!) with ten bands, food trucks, a beer garden, a kids’ zone and much more. A fun-filled event for the whole family, the 919 Music Fest will benefit the 200 Club of Wake County – an important nonprofit organization with the serious mission to provide immediate funds to the surviving spouse and family of public safety officers who lose their lives in the line of duty. Barry K. Long, President, says the 200 Club of Wake County was born of the community’s desire to protect families at their most vulnerable moments. In recent years, he has seen the mission grow to include tuition assistance to the surviving spouse and children. “The 919 Music Fest is a great opportunity for the public to come together for a fun, family-friendly day to honor our first responders,” says Long, noting that more information is available at www.200clubwakecounty.com.
Special Benefit Silent Auction 919 Music Fest provides the opportunity for attendees and supporters to participate in a special Silent Auction, with funds supporting the 200 Club of Wake County to benefit the families of fallen first responders. The auction – fully online on eBay – offers 50 packages, including a Cancun vacation, Disney World passes, a rafting trip, restaurant dinners and much, much more. To view auction items and bid, simply visit http://tinyurl.co m/919musicfestauction2015 before 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 31. Be sure to check on the status of your bids often. Item pick-up will be at Sir Walter Chevrolet, 8501 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh: ¾ May 31, 5-7 p.m. ¾ June 1-3, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. ¾ June 8-10, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information on 919 Music Fest’s Silent Auction, email event organizers at 919MusicFestAuction@outlook.com.
Raleigh Brewing Company Sponsors Beer Garden at First 919 Music Fest Raleigh Brewing Company plans to serve ice-cold, locally-brewed craft beers – such as The First Squeeze Blood Orange Wheat, House of Clay Rye IPA, and Moravian Rhapsody Czech Pilsner – at the 919 Music Fest. Raleigh Brewing Company lends a hometown feel to the area’s brewing industry, and is committed to giving back to the community. Owner Kristie Nystedt said she very much wanted to be a part of the 919 Music Fest from the beginning. “We’ve lived in this area for over 20 years – and this is definitely our neck of the woods,” Nystedt said. “We felt like we could always do more for the area we call home.” RBC is located at 3709 Neil St. in Raleigh. For information, call 919-400-9087 or visit www.raleighbrewing.com.
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919 Music Fest Spotlight Live Music
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919 Main Stage Performers: Penni & The Squirrel 11-11:45 am Genre: Modern and classic rock; some country, Americana The Swang Brothers 12 am-12:45 pm Genre: Country, rockabilly and vintage pop Four Founders 1-2:15 pm Genre: Mix of southern rock, blues, and North Carolina twang Gimme Shelter 2:30-3:45 pm Genre: Rolling Stones covers and other rock Night Shift 4-5:15 pm Genre: Classic and contemporary rock Idlewild South 5:30-7 pm Genre: Allman Brothers covers and southern blues/rock
A day of fun activities for all ages, including: • Rock Climbing Wall • Horseback Riding • Inflatables • Face Painting • Live Martial Arts Demonstrations • Make Your Own KONA ICE drink
Important details to make the 919 Music Fest experience enjoyable: • Attendees may bring lawn chairs and shade umbrellas • Canopies or pop-up tents permitted in designated areas • No outside alcohol permitted • Identification required for Beer and Wine Garden
Sir Walter Stage Performers A great assortment of various musical acts
Pet Zone A dog-friendly event for wellbehaved, leashed canine companions, and includes: • Pet Games and Treats • Shaded Rest Areas • Water Station
Transportation and Parking Free Parking: * • Along Ebenezer Church Road • Along Winchester Drive • Along Glen Royal Rd * Attendees are encouraged to enter from Ebenezer Church Road at Glenwood Avenue
Food Truck/food • Porchetta Food Truck and Catering • Stoke & Smoke BBQ • Cousins Maine Lobster • Kona Ice • STUFT • Hibachi Xpress Food Truck • Rolling Dogs • Gigi’s Cupcakes • Smoothie King • King’s Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks • Belgian Waffology • Yogurt Mountain • Chirba Chirba Dumpling • Sarge’s Chef on Wheels • Bo’s Kitchen
Transportation Services: Uber (Sign-up at www.uber.com; download Uber App) Safe Ride Home Toll Free: 800-488-8150 Mobile/Text: 919-520-4496 (give name, pick up and drop off location, pickup time) Taxi Taxi 919-333-3333
Volunteers are needed for this year’s inaugural 919 Music Festival on Sunday, May 31 in North Raleigh.
A variety of positions and shifts are available, including greeters, food truck support, parking attendants, vendor support, set up and clean up, and stage crews. All volunteers will be given a free commemorative event T-shirt, swag and bragging rights for working the very first 919 Music Fest. Plus, volunteers are supporting the 200 Club of Wake County, which provides financial assistance to the families of fallen first responders. Sign up for specific shifts at http://200clubofwakecounty. volunteerlocal.com/ volunteer/?id=7913. For more information, call 919-864-7300.
919 Music Fest Ambassadors Caroline Birckhead, Sir Walter Chevrolet Carrie Peele, The Peele Group Marina Lee, Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek Maury Cole, Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek Shelli Dallacqua, Shelten Media Don Eason, Idlewild South Paul Fitts, Academy Mortgage Paul Baldasare, Gimme Shelter Jennifer Buchholz, Brier Creek Volunteer Jenn Wrigley, Raleigh Swim School Tika Stuart, 919 Magazine Ame Deaton, 919 Magazine Suzy Sarver, 919 Magazine Scott McElhaney, 919 Magazine
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Free Live Music in North Raleigh
Two Stages, Kids Zone, Food, Vendors Beer Garden and More at May 31 Event 919 Music Fest – the new free all-day live music benefit event in North Raleigh on Sunday, May 31 – features 10 performances on two stages, food trucks and tents, local vendor booths, a beer garden, a kids zone and much more. Proceeds of the event, presented by 919 Magazine and sponsored by Sir Walter Chevrolet, will benefit The 200 Club of Wake County, which provides financial support to the local families of police officers, deputies, firefighters and EMS personnel who died in the line of duty. Main stage bands scheduled to perform between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. are profiled below:
They love playing anywhere people want to hear and enjoy great classic and contemporary live music. “In the sea of local cover bands, Night Shift really stands out far above the rest,” said Dori Staehle of Next Stage Entertainment. “I have yet to see such a high level of musicianship combined with killer harmonies. This band is extremely tight, very professional, and very polished. If you haven’t checked them out yet, you better get with the program. These guys (and gal) are the real deal!”
GIMME SHELTER IDLEWILD SOUTH An Allman Brothers Band Tribute, Idlewild South was co-founded by keyboardist and vocalist Don Eason, a veteran musician whose initial influence of The Allman Brothers Band’s live performance goes back to his first concert experience of the band on Easter weekend 1970, at The Winter’s End Concert in Bithlo, FL. A duo of drummers – including co-founder Robert Kintner and John Flowers – provides the foundation with bassist Tim Smith rounding out the rhythm section. Slide guitarist Dave George and lead guitarist/vocalist Pete Waggoner bring forth the dual guitar harmonies and searing guitar leads that Duane Allman and Dickie Betts pioneered in the late 1960s. The band’s set lists are different at every performance, largely drawing from The Allman Brothers Bands albums recorded between 1969 and 1974 (a few select songs from albums released between 1989 and 2000 are also included).
This is the dual life of the five guys in the band Gimme Shelter. By day, they are average everyday guys working as engineers, project managers, and technical recruiters. On the weekends they take the form of Mick, Keith, Ronnie, Bill and Charlie as they play the music of The Rolling Stones. Formed in 2012, Gimme Shelter has played all around the Triangle and beyond. With Paul Baldasare as their dynamic singer, there’s no limit to the breadth of Rolling Stones songs that the band can play.
NIGHT SHIFT A six-piece band whose members have known each other and have made music together for over 10 years, Night Shift has appeared at the Regency Amphitheater, Raleigh Convention Center, the Red Hat Amphitheater, and at local pubs, concerts, benefits, and corporate parties.
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The dual guitar work from Eric Sanders and Mike Miller delivers all the signature Stones riffs, and much more. With Shannon Burgess on bass and Chris Kennedy on drums, the solid rhythm section keeps the groove going as the band plays the wide variety of the Stones catalog, covering everything from rock, blues, country, R&B, and disco. The band recently expanded its repertoire to include songs from other artists, but stay true to their roots. Songs from Black Crowes, Faces, Rod Stewart, Bad Company, Joe Cocker, and Eric Clapton all remain close to the core of the Gimme Shelter sound that’s anchored by the “World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band” – The Rolling Stones.
The band can turn on a dime, playing an all-out rockabilly rave-up one moment, then downshifting into a country ballad the next, followed by a burning instrumental number.
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FOUR FOUNDERS Four Founders is a sensible mix of modern blues and the swampy southern rock feel that mainstream music has been missing for decades. Whiskey Days, the group’s debut EP, crossed genres between blues, rock, and country to create a unique and organic compilation that any listener can enjoy. The Raleigh-based group formed in 2014 and is gaining momentum in North Carolina after a successful debut year filled with notable performances at Midtown Park Amphitheater (attendance of 3,000+), Park West Village, and Downtown Raleigh’s Fourth of July Celebration (5,000+). Front man Garland Mason leads the group with strong vocals and a wide range – a perfect complement to the musical talent of David Healy (lead guitar), Chris Ruggero (bass guitar), Evan Bost (keyboards), and Sean Steigerwald (percussion).
SWANG BROTHERS Featuring the talented trio of FJ Ventre (upright bass/vocals), David Quick (acoustic guitar/vocals), and Eric Peterson (electric guitar), the Swang Brothers play American music from the 50s and 60s – combining a heady mix of traditional country, rockabilly, pop, and blues. The three-piece outfit of thumping upright bass, driving acoustic guitar and twanging electric guitar covers a diverse array of artists, including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, Conway Twitty, George Jones, Johnny Horton, Englebert Humperdinck, Gene Vincent, Neil Diamond, Merle Haggard, Chet Atkins, and many others, while mixing in some choice original tunes to round it all out. 919 Magazine BC
Penni & the Squirrel is an acoustic duo covering modern and classic rock, country, Americana and folk. They also write and perform original music – and have a wide range of influences, including classical, jazz, The Civil Wars, Shovels and Rope, Michael Jackson, Nirvana, Fleetwood Mac, Alanis Morissette, Dolly Parton, Audioslave, Alice and Chains, Sara Bareilles, and Tom Petty (just to name a few). Stephanie Connor grew up in the small town of Pisgah Forest, NC. Her first experience singing on stage was at age five with her mother playing piano and her grandfather playing guitar. She has been singing ever since. After studying opera and singing jazz in Chicago for six years, Stephanie moved to Raleigh to teach private music lessons at an elementary school in Wake County. After stints with other bands, she has been singing exclusively with Penni & the Squirrel for the past two years and is looking forward to what the future will bring for this musical project. Donnie Sasser grew up with strong musical influences as well. His mother sang in a country/rock band when he was a boy and he fell in love with music at an early age (including playing drums with her). After high school, he toured with a rock band before joining the popular local band, the Amazing Lounge Lizards, for 15 years. More recently, he was with the band Steelwater before the current acoustic project was born.
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Empowering Business North Raleigh Author’s New Book Focuses On Using Psychology to Master Social Media
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North Raleigh digital media expert offers insight on how businesses can use psychology to master their social media efforts – and improve their results – in the new book “Got Social Mediology?”. “This is a revolutionary approach to doing social media by understanding the psychology of the user, respecting the cultural nuances of each social media platform, and focusing on creating authentic relationships,” said Jay Izso, an author, speaker, consumer analyst,
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and psychological business consultant. “Business owners will be able to grow their business on social media far faster than ever before and without emptying their marketing budget in the process.” Using practical business examples and up-to-date research, “Got Social Mediology?” provides everything businesses need to succeed on social media, according to Izso, including: n How to apply psychological principles to build a brand and attract clients. n Hands-on exercises to transform individuals into social media professionals. n A customizable, daily checklist to manage social media efforts so they don’t manage you. “What do you get when you apply psychology to social media for your business? Social Mediology—an effective and free way to develop credibility, build
Business owners will be able to grow their business on social media far faster than ever before. JAY IZSO,
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relationships, and grow your business over time,” said Izso, who currently is promoting the book nationally via interviews on radio, television and in a variety of publications. Izso, also known professionally as the Internet Doctor®, feels businesses today are in need of something more than a new marketing plan: They need to better understand their consumer and how environments change the way consumers interact with businesses, or want to be interacted with. “The honest truth, consumers are changing as a result of the internet and social media environments,” he explained. “They have different expectations of businesses; the traditional methods of contacting them and connecting with them have changed.” The author has a Master’s of Science in Experimental Psychology from Washington State University and has taught psychology for more than 20 years, including at North Carolina State University. A long-time resident of Raleigh, he enjoys life as a wine geek, musician, sports fan, and movie buff. For more on “Got Social Mediology?” or to order the book, visit www.socialmediology.com. The book is also available at book stores and book websites. More information on Izso is available at http://blog.internetdr.com.
‘Got Social Mediology?’ AUTHOR: Jay Izso PAGES: 312 FORMAT: Hardcover PUBLISHER: InterAction Press LIST PRICE: $19.95 WEBSITE: www.socialmediology.com
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Southbridge Fellowship Odyssey Team Headed to World Finals
Panther Creek High Plans Sports Camps This Summer Panther Creek High School athletics programs plan several camps this summer, designed to enhance youth skills and support the sports teams.
The 3rd Annual Coed Summer Soccer Camp is June 15-19, featuring four groups/skill levels: ¾ Half-day Kickers Camp (age 5-7), 9 a.m.-12 p.m. ¾ Junior Catamounts Camp (age 8-11), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. ¾ Catamount Prospect Camp (age 12-14), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. ¾ Catamount Goalkeeper Camp (age 8-14), 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information and registration details for the soccer camps, email dgrant2@wcpss.net.
The Panther Creek Volleyball 2015 Summer Clinic – designed for rising 5th-8th Graders – is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 24. Registration is $50 for the volleyball camp, which features instruction on fundamentals, drills, and strategies to the game. Summer Baseball Camp at PCHS – designed for rising 3rd-9th Graders – is 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on June 22-25. Cost is $125. Campers will receive instruction on fundamentals, drills, and strategies. For more information or to register for the camps, visit www.Panthercreekathletics.com. Panther Creek High School is located at 6770 McCrimmon Parkway in Cary.
Leesville Community Library May Re-Open in Late Summer After suffering damage in a fire in February, the Leesville Community Library is expected to re-open sometime late this summer, according to Senior Manager for Facilities Terri Luke of Wake County Public Libraries. “Of course this is subject to change,” Luke said. No injuries were reported related to the blaze, which damaged several functional areas of the facility located at 5015 Country Trail in North Raleigh. Two teenagers were subsequently arrested for allegedly placing pyrotechnic smoke bombs into the library’s book depository. The interior of the building sustained extensive damage from fire and smoke and is currently under restoration design and cost estimation for fire and water damage to the staff workrooms, library book drop room and public restrooms. The restoration 919 Magazine BC
Southbridge Fellowship’s Odyssey of the Mind team competes in the upcoming World Finals in May at Michigan State University. The team – made of local students – won first place at both the regional level and state level, and also received the Ranatra Fusca Creativity award. Andy Moore coaches the team, along with Ryan Treichler and Kim Irby. Team members include: Caden Moore, 7th Grade (home school); Alli Moore, 6th Grade (home school); Noah Trecker, 7th Grade (Durant Middle); Katelyn Sherman, 7th Grade (Durant Middle); Jack Irby, 7th Grade (Leesville Middle); Abigail Mabe, 6th Grade (Durant Middle); and Addison Brown, 7th Grade (home school). More than 800 teams from around the world will compete in the World Finals in East Lansing, MI. The competition emphasizes creativity and teamwork and has grown into the largest international creative problem-solving competition worldwide, with millions participating annually.
project will also address any smoke damage that affected the public service area – including removing and cleaning all furnishings, installing new carpet, replacing the ceiling tiles, painting interior walls, and removing a book collection of 43,000 books to be individually cleaned and treated for smoke damage. A more accurate date will be shared when construction contracts are signed in early June, officials said; however, when the library opens, not only will all the repairs be completed, but the library will be redesigned to include more space for children’s programming, new casual seating , carpet, and fresh paint. Until the library is again operational, residents can visit the North Regional Library at 7009 Harps Mill Road or the Duraleigh Community Library at 5800 Duraleigh Road.
Brier Creek Commons, Brierdale Again Hosting July 4 Fireworks Brier Creek Commons and Brierdale Shopping Center in North Raleigh again host the annual July 4th Fireworks event to celebrate Independence Day. The event begins at 5 p.m. near the clock plaza at Brier Creek Commons, with vendors, booths and other activities. The fireworks display begins at dusk. Brier Creek Commons is located at 8161 Brier Creek Parkway, just north of I-540 between the Glenwood and Lumley exits. For more information, visit www.shopbriercreekcommons.com.
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Trinity Academy Provides A Range of Summer Camps Trinity Academy of Raleigh’s Camp Trinity Day offers a wide range of summer experiences for all ages throughout the season.
Among the camps: ¾ Day Camp: Provides rising K-6th Graders a residential camp experience, but with the convenience of a day camp. Operating 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday on select weeks, activities include archery, fishing, low ropes, hiking, swimming, and field games. Daily devotions are planned. The counselor to camper ratio is 1:10. Fee is $185 per week. For information, email Chris Freeman at cfreeman@trinityacademy.com. ¾ Sports Camp: Provides rising K-6th Graders a variety of programs designed
to challenge each camper in a positive, competitive and spiritual environment. Operates 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on select weeks, depending upon sport (basketball, soccer, baseball and cheer). Fee is $135 per week. For information, email David Schenk at dschenk@trinityacademy.com. ¾ Day Camp/Sports Camp Combo: Provides rising K-6th Graders with a unique combination experience. Participants can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. For information, email Chris Freeman at cfreeman@trinityacademy.com. ¾ The Lead Program: Designed for rising 7th-9th Graders, LEAD (Leadership Engagement and Development) was created with the sole purpose of developing Christcentered leaders. This is accomplished through daily workshops, focused on discipleship, and activities including service-oriented field trips and projects. LEADers will also be granted opportunities to shadow Day Camp counselors as they
work together to serve the Day Camp campers. The LEAD program operates on select weeks throughout the summer and has 10 participant slots available per week (chosen via an application process). Participants can register online at www. camptrinitync.org/summercamps. ¾ Heart Bandit Drama Camp: Both a Junior Camp (9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., June 22-26, with a matinee show on June 27) and a Senior Camp (1 p.m. to 5 p.m., June 22-26; and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 13-18) are planned. For information, email Marajen Denman at mdenman@ trinityacademy.com. Participants for all the Trinity Academy of Raleigh camps may register online at www.camptrinitync.org/summercamps. The camps take place at 10224 Baileywick Road in North Raleigh. For more information on Trinity Academy, call 919786-0114 or visit www.trinityacademy.com.
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High-energy Pump It Up Camps Planned Throughout Summer Camp Pump It Up plans events and activities throughout Summer 2015 at its Brier Creek location. The camps are high-energy, fast-paced and fun for youths age 4 to 12 – and include snacks, all art supplies, inflatable play, and either a T-shirt or insulated lunchbox. Camps are 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and are scheduled: ¾ June (9-11, 16-18) ¾ July (7-9, 21-23, 28-30) ¾ August (11-13, 18-20, 25-27) Reservations are required at 919-828-3344 or www.pumpitupparty. com/raleigh-nc. Pump It Up is located at 10700 World Trade Blvd., Suite 112 in North Raleigh.
Yogurt Mountain Events Include Free Yogurt for Dad on June 21 North Raleigh’s Yogurt Mountain – a self-serve frozen dessert experience that offers 16 rotating flavors and more than 50 toppings – plans many unique activities and events in late spring and early summer.
Among the happenings: ¾May: Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day and spin the prize wheel to win a prize (May 15, 29). ¾June: Celebrate National Strawberry Shortcake Day with strawberry shortcake ice cream and a day of prizes (June 14); Yogurt Mountain 30th Anniversary celebration, featuring Sour Power toppings and giveaways (June 17-19); enjoy National Waffle Iron Day with free waffle bowls and cones all day (June 29). ¾July: National Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day gives all customers a twist on ice cream with new flavors and commemorative cups (July 1).
Leesville, Brier Creek, RTP Relay for Life May 29-30 Relay for Life of Leesville/Brier Creek/RTP is May 29-30 at Leesville Road High School, benefitting the American Cancer Society and its efforts to discover a cure. Local residents may form a team, join a team, or cheer on the runners in support of cancer survivors. The event kicks off with an opening ceremony at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 29, followed by a “Survivors and Caregivers Lap” at 7 p.m., and a “Ceremony” at 10 p.m. The relay concludes at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 30. For more information, email Madison Buchanan at madison. buchanan@cancer.org, call 919-334-5234, or visit www.NorthernWakeRelay.org. Leesville Road High School is located at 8410 Pride Way in Raleigh.
St. Francis of Assisi Presents ‘The Color Purple’ in June
St Francis of Assisi presents “The Color Purple” in June at Clare Hall, 11401 Leesville Road in North Raleigh. Based on the novel by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros/ Amblin Entertainment Motion Picture Book by Marsha Norman, the performance is suggested for children 13 and older. Performances are scheduled for June 12-13, 19-20, 25-27 at 8 p.m., and June 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $29 for adults; $24 for seniors, students, and military; and $19 for groups of 10 or more.
For more information, call 919-264-7089.
Brier Creek Elementary Spring Carnival Scheduled for May 15
In addition, on Father’s Day (June 21), families can bring dad to Yogurt Mountain for free yogurt.
Brier Creek Elementary School’s annual Spring Carnival is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 15. More than six food trucks are expected at the event, which also features the “Big Top Playground”, inflatables, and many other activities and attractions. An online silent auction continues through 7 p.m. on May 15, featuring a wide variety of packages and items.
Yogurt Mountain is located at 8107 Creedmoor Road in North Raleigh (next to Five Guys). Call 919-846-2260 for more information.
For more information, visit www.briercreekpta.org or call 919-484-4747.
Run for Peace/Walk for Wellness 5K May 16 at St. Francis of Assisi The Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi sponsors its annual Run for Peace/Walk for Wellness 5K beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, followed by the Kids Fun Run beginning at 9:15 a.m. The event – which benefits the David J. McBriar Endowment Fund for Justice and Peace, helping fund ministries that 919 Magazine BC
support and work in the Triangle Community – begins in the church parking lot and proceeds through local neighborhoods before looping back toward the church. Individuals may register online at www.stfrancisraleigh.org until Wednesday, May 13. The 5K fee is $25 by May 1, and $30 afterwards leading up to the event. The Kids Fun Run is free. The Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi is located at 11401 Leesville Road in North Raleigh. For more information, call 919-847-8205 or visit www.stfrancisraleigh.org.
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Wide Variety of Camps, Classes At Stage Door Dance This Summer ¾ Twinkle Tots (age 3-4): Classes feature creative movement opportunities that also introduce beginning technical skills in ballet Among the camps: and tap. ¾ Surf’s Up Beach Party: For age 2½-6, this beach-themed ¾ Kinder Sparklers (age 4-5): Focus is on dancers’ camp features tunes from ‘Teen Beach Movie’ traditional, formal structure of a dance class. (9:30 a.m-12 p.m., June 16-20, $115). ¾ Mini Jr. (age 5-6): Classes are the first level that fully ¾ Princess Party: For age 2½-6, this camp highlights themes emphasizes the traditional dance curriculum. from Sofia the First, with the dancing princesses twirling their way ¾ Mini Sr. (age 6-7): Emphasis is on the traditional dance through fun (9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., June 23-27, $115). curriculum. ¾ Pirates, Mermaids & Fairies: ¾ Advanced Mini (placement required): Classes for the more For age 2½-6, this camp explores Neverland (9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., advanced Mini dancer. June 30-July 2, $80). ¾ Junior (age 8-11): Features a detailed curriculum that builds ¾ Barbie Ballerina: Campers age 2½-6 will enjoy tutus, plies and and strengthens a dancer’s technical foundation. tendus with their Barbies (9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., July 14-18, $115). ¾ Advanced Junior (placement required): For the more ¾ Safari Dance: For age 2½-6, this camp features a jungle theme advanced Junior dancer. for a wild week of dance (9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., July 21-25, $115). ¾ Teen/Senior (placement required): For dancers looking to ¾ Chillin’ With Dance: Campers age 2½-6 will enjoy themed enhance their dance training and stylization. activities from the films, “Frozen” and “Ice Age” Registration discounts are available for multiple dancers from the (9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., July 28-Aug. 1, $115). same family. Summer class online registration is available at www. Stage Door Dance plans a variety of themed camps, classes and activities this summer at its Brier Creek/North Raleigh facility.
Among the classes available during the summer months (June 16-Aug. 2 , with no classes June 30-July 12): ¾ Little Stars (ages 2-3): Creative movement classes based on classical ballet technique.
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For more information or to register, call 919-720-3036 or visit www.stagedoordance.com. Stage Door Dance is located at 2720 Godley Lane, Ste 101, in Brier Creek/North Raleigh.
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Raleigh’s Richard Thompson New RDU Board Chairman
Richard “Dickie” Thompson
Raleigh resident Richard “Dickie” Thompson is the new chairman of the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Board of Directors. “It is an honor to serve as the chairman of the RaleighDurham Airport Authority board,” Thompson said. “I thank my fellow board members for their confidence in me, and I look forward to working with the talented Airport Authority staff that has made RDU the worldclass airport it is today.” Thompson, who has served on the board since 2012, recently served as vice-chair, as well as
chairman of the airport’s finance committee. Thompson is currently executive vice president at J.M Thompson Company and succeeds Tommy Hunt of Durham County as board chair. Joining Thompson on the board’s leadership team are Farad Ali of the City of Durham as Vice Chairman; John M. Kane of Wake County as Secretary; and Robert D. Teer of City of Durham as Treasurer. Also on the board are Tommy Hunt, Durham County; Adrienne Cole, City of Raleigh; Patrick Hannah, Durham County; and Lawrence R. Zucchino, Wake County.
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Rex Hospital Open in May at TPC Wakefield, Benefits for Angel Fund One of North Wake County’s biggest traditions, the 27th annual Rex Hospital Open is May 25-31 at TPC Wakefield Plantation. A part of the Web.com Professional Tour, the event features dozens of future golf stars competing to earn their PGA Tour cards. “Each year there is an opportunity to see the best young players as well as some well-known veteran players that are back playing on the Web.com Tour. Over the years players like Chesson Hadley, Bubba Watson, Lee Janzen, Jason Dufner, Brandt Snedaker, and Matt Kuchar have played in the Rex Hospital Open,” said Brian Krusoe, tournament director. “Don’t miss the opportunity to watch the next wave of players like these in your own back yard.” Krusoe said spectators can expect many of the same great experiences as in years past: A village area with vendors and kids activities, such as rock climbing and inflatables; Carolina Hurricanes Bleacher on #18 open to the public; inexpensive tickets ($10 a day for adults, with kids 16 and under free). Active and retired Military get in free all week. Saturday is Family Fun Day presented by the Carolina Hurricanes and is filled with special kids’ activities and interactive games. Sunday is Service Appreciation Day presented by First Citizens Bank, with free admission for police, EMS and firefighters. All proceeds benefit the Angel Fund at Rex Hospital. “The Angel Fund is a program funded through community donations and enables us to assist patients with special financial needs as they cope with the hardships associated with cancer and treatment,” said Krusoe, noting that the fund is available to any cancer patient treated at Rex Cancer Center and can cover expenses such as transportation, nutrition supplements, prescriptions for pain and nausea management, and compression sleeves and bras for breast cancer survivors. “I would encourage anyone on the fence about attending this event to make the trip out – and I guarantee you will be amazed at the level of talent and great golf on display,” Krusoe said. For more information on the Rex Hospital Open, visit www.rexhospitalopen.com.
‘A Night Fore the Troops’ Event Supports USO of NC
A Night Fore the Troops will be the kick-off event prior to the Rex Hospital Open Pro Am and the Rex Hospital Open on Tuesday, May 26. This exclusive event – open only to players, sponsors and their guests – will support USO of NC efforts to support wounded warriors, troops, National Guard, Reserves and their families. The special reception will include all the teams for the Rex Pro Am as part of the pairings party – approximately 52 teams, sponsors, dignitaries and their guests. Highlights include Carolina Panthers Coach Ron Rivera as the keynote speaker, food stations, VIP dignitaries, and one-of-a-kind auction items. Sponsorships are still available.
For information contact Kathy Bull at kbull@uso-nc.org or Tony Sylvester at tsylvester@uso-nc.org.
Rex Hospital Open WHEN: May 25 – Practice rounds (start at 8 am) May 26 – Practice rounds (start at 8 am); May 26 – First Tee Clinic (6:30 pm); May 26 – USO Benefit Reception (6-9 pm) May 27 – Pro-Am (6:50-8:50 am, 12:30-2:30 pm) May 27 – Honorary Opening Tee Shot (12 pm) May 28-31 – Tournament Rounds WHERE: TPC Wakefield Plantation, North Wake County TICKETS: $10 – Daily Grounds Pass $25 – Weekly Grounds Pass $50 – Champions Club Ticket (per day) $200 – 4 Daily Champions Club tickets, 1 Premier Parking Pass (per day) $700 – 4 Weekly Champions Club tickets, 1 Premier Parking Pass (entire week) FREE – Children under age 16 INFO: www.hexcapitalopen.com
Morrisville Chamber Honoring First Responders at Luncheon Morrisville Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual First Responders Thank You Lunch on Friday, June 8 at Stone Theatre in Park West Village. Honoring the town’s first responders – including police, fire and EMS personnel, for their hard work and dedication to the community – the event begins at 11:30 a.m. and concludes at 1 p.m. In conjunction with the luncheon, the Rotary Club of Morrisville will present its Outstanding Firefighter and Outstanding Police Officer of the Year awards.
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Cost for the luncheon is $15 for Chamber members, and advance registration is required due to limited space. Sponsors of this year’s luncheon includes Park West Village, Rex UNC Healthcare, Atlantic Tire & Service, BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina, Brickman Group, Fujifilm Diosynth, Biotechnologies, Lenovo, Campbell University-RTP Campus, Duke Energy, Modern Woodmen of America, Morrisville Square, TruOptions, and Financial Services. For more information, visit www.morrisvillechamber.org or 919-463-7150.
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Barracudas Open 2015 Swim Season Against Coachman’s Trail Brier Creek Barracudas swim team opens its 2015 competitive season in the Tarheel Swimming Association North Raleigh League against Coachman’s Trail at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, at Brier Creek Country Club Swim & Tennis Club in North Raleigh. Other meets on this year’s schedule: ¾ Tuesday, June 23, at Jewish Community Center, 12804 Norwood Road in North Raleigh. ¾ Tuesday, June 30, at BCCC against Stonebridge. ¾ Tuesday, July 7 at Riverwood at Mingo Creek, 2009 Mingo Bluff Blvd. in Knightdale. ¾ Tuesday, July 14 at Manchester, 1740 Trappers Creek Drive in North Raleigh. ¾ Tuesday, July 21 at BCCC against Hedingham, 4501 Willow Oak Drive in Raleigh.
Brier Creek Barracudas won the 2014 Division 6 Championship Photo Courtesy Brier Creek Barracudas
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As winner of its division last year, the team – coached by Pat Gardiner – moves up into a more competitive division this year. More than 10,000 athletes age 18 and under are expected to compete this summer on TSA’s 86 member teams in Wake County.
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Short Takes Plato’s Closet, a resale store, opened at 7920 Skyland Ridge Parkway in Brier Creek in March. The store buys and sells gently used clothing and accessories … Raleigh’s Jordan Lloyd is among the participants in WE TV’s “Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars” premiering May 29. Lloyd appeared on “Big Brother” in season 11 … Seattle-based Alaska Airlines is launching service Oct. 1 at RaleighDurham International Airport with non-stop service to Seattle. The new service operates seven days a week on a 163-seat Boeing 737 … A 300-unit Brier Creek contemporary apartment complex, renamed Oakwood Raleigh at Brier Creek, was purchased by Singapore-based Mapletree Group as part of its joint venture with Oakwood Worldwide.
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The Who’s Roger Daltrey Surprises Crowd at Tra’Li Irish Pub Fundraiser Yes, that was Roger Daltrey at Tra’Li Irish Pub and Restaurant in Brier Creek in April. The legendary vocalist for the The Who surprised guests at a Teen Cancer America event by making a special appearance and thanking them for their generosity and support for the charity organization – devoted to improving the lives of teenagers and young adults with cancer, and founded by Daltrey and The Who’s Pete Townsend. An official The Who Fan Event, the April 20 fundraiser was sponsored by the Triangle Chapter of the British American Business Council and raised more than $7,000 from donations, a raffle, a silent auction, and a portion of food and drink purchases donated by Tra’Li. Also making appearances were North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory, North Carolina Transportation Secretary Tony Tata and WRAL News Anchor Debra Morgan. The BABC is a transatlantic business network that helps bridge
The Who’s Roger Daltrey thanks the crowd at Brier Creek’s Tra’Li Irish Pub event Photos Courtesy of Teen Cancer America
markets between the U.S. and U.K., stimulating collaboration and fostering partnership. Teen Cancer America partners with hospitals to create youth-oriented centers for those receiving treatment. These units provide peer support and interaction while receiving treatment at inpatient and outpatient clinics. For more information, visit www.trianglebabcnc.org or www.teencanceramerica.org.
Band Together NC Main Event Features Michael Franti June 27 Band Together NC – a Triangle-based organization that uses live music as a platform for social change – hosts singersongwriter-guitarist, filmmaker and humanitarian Michael Franti and his band, Spearhead, as its headlining band for the 2015 Main Event at Raleigh’s Red Hat Amphitheater. The June 27 concert benefits Band Together’s partnership with StepUp Ministry, an interfaith nonprofit organization that teaches low-income and homeless people to become self-sufficient With the multi-platinum success of his song “Say Hey (I Love You)” and the chart breaking 2010 release of The Sound Of Sunshine, Franti and his band guarantee a show that will be thought provoking as well as energetic. Also appearing at this year’s Main Event is the winner of the 2015 Last Band Standing, Fat Cheek Kat, who brings high-energy horn and guitar-driven funk with equal amounts of soul. For ticket information, visit www.bandtogethernc.org. To learn more about our 2015 nonprofit partner visit www.stepupministry.
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KNOW Luncheon Features Female Construction Company Executives Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming KNOW Luncheon will feature a panel of successful women in the construction industry, including Martin Marietta CFO Anne Lloyd, President and CEO of McDonald York Building Heather Denny, and PDI Drywall CEO Mikki Paradis. The event is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 28 at Prestonwood Country Club. Admission is $25 for chamber members, and $35 for non-members. Sponsors for the event include BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina, Lenovo, Atlantic Tire & Service, Campbell University RTP, Duke Realty, Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies, Oracle, and 919 Magazine. Register at www.morrisvillechamber.org. For more information, call 919-463-7150. Prestonwood Country Club is located at 300 Prestonwood Parkway in Cary.
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Trinity Academy Dedicates Founders Hall, Honors Championship Teams Trinity Academy Board Chairman Michael Goolsby 919 Magazine Staff Photos
The teams honored as the first in the Hall of Fame were: ¾ Men’s Varsity Soccer 2006 NCISAA State
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¾ Women’s Varsity Soccer 2007 NCISAA State
Trinity Academy of Raleigh presented its Trinity Alumni and Founders Dedication Ceremony in April, unveiling the new name of the TARMAC facility as Founders Hall. As part of the event, the first members were inducted into the Trinity Athletic Hall of Fame, the school’s founders were honored, and participants enjoyed a picnic.
Championship Team
Both teams were led by Head Coach Steve “Woody” Woodard and Assistant Coach Mark Myers. Trinity Academy of Raleigh is located at 10224 Baileywick Road in North Raleigh. For information, call 919-786-0114 or visit www.trinityacademy.com.
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919 Magazine Moves Corporate Headquarters to RTP RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK – Just as it approaches its third year anniversary of operations in North Carolina’s Triangle region, 919 Magazine announces the move of its corporate headquarters and production operations to the Research Triangle Park.
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“The response to our innovative hyperlocal marketing strategies has been overwhelming,” said 919 Magazine Publisher Suzy Beth Sarver “We simply grew out of our previous space – and felt the RTP environment best fit our unique brand and growth potential.”
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Now located in The Frontier at 800 Park Office Drive, 919 Magazine still serves the residents of its six zones along the I-540 Corridor – stretching from North Cary and Morrisville to the RTP, Brier Creek, the RDU, North Raleigh, Wakefield Plantation, Wake Forest, Rolesville and more – and the businesses seeking to reach those residents. “919 Magazine provides the lowest cost option to reach the residents in this lucrative region,” Sarver stressed. “Our publications are wellread and create results for advertisers – plus the unique marketing approach stretches across all segments, including digital and social media, video and direct mail options.” 919 Magazine zones encompass more than 100,000 local residences in the most lucrative areas of Wake and Durham counties – providing residents with specific information and stories about people, events, and activities in their neighborhoods. Compiled by an award-winning staff of journalists and publishing professionals, each edition of 919 Magazine delivers
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For more information on 919 Magazine, contact Publisher Suzy Beth Sarver at sbsarver@919Magazine.com or visit www.919Magazine.com.
International Preschool of Raleigh Half-Day Summer Program Planned International Preschool of Raleigh is swinging into high gear this summer with its special half-day summer program in July. Registration is now open for parents looking to enroll their children in a fun and educational activity for the summer. During the month of July, IPR will offer two-, three- or five-day summer classes from 8:55 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. for youths age 2-5, followed by Stage Door Dance’s after school program. Summer classes include reading, writing, music, math programs, art projects, and thematic activities – as well as outdoor play, such as gardening and various playground activities. Smartboards, computers and iPads are also integrated into the curriculum to enhance
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Berlin Wall Symbolism Fits at The Frontier
By WHITNEY VAUGHAN 919 Magazine Writer
The Frontier in Research Triangle Park has a major historical addition to the first floor – a 3-ton fragment of the Berlin Wall, complete with the original West Side graffiti. Twenty-five years after the wall’s dismantling in the city split between West and East Germany, this Cold War artifact stands in the building’s light-filled atrium as a stunning symbol of transformation and hope. As the first segment ever to be released, the structure was purchased and donated for display by Raleigh philanthropist Gordon Smith, who sought out an appropriate place for the iconic piece. “I think what resonated with Gordon Smith was the fact that we [The Frontier] were taking this old building, this old structure – much like the Berlin Wall – and rebuilding and re-imagining what it could
be,” said Jacob Newbauer, Community Coordinator at The Frontier. To install the immensely heavy concrete wall, the staff made several provisions in advance, including reinforcing the floor, replacing tile with carpet, and removing
part of the building’s glass exterior. Additionally, 24 electrical outlets were installed so that visitors could work online and simultaneously admire the 12 ft. by 4 ft. edifice. Julie Terry, Marketing and Special Projects Manager at The Research Triangle Foundation – which operates The Frontier – hopes the community will not only get excited to have the piece of world history in its own backyard, but also feel they are welcome to visit The Frontier. “We want people to come see this segment of the Berlin Wall,” she said. “It is definitely a resource for the entire community.” The Frontier is located at 800 Park Office Drive in Research Triangle Park, near Davis Drive and Chapel Hill Road (Highway 54) – just off I-40.
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Park West Village Live Music Series Every Thursday Every Thursday night through June 18, music fans can bring their blankets and lawn chairs to Park West Village’s LIVE in The District Music Series. The free event – which includes vendor booths – is 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each week, and takes place in the new outdoor venue in front of Stone Theatre-Park West 14. Food and drinks are available for purchase, with proceeds benefitting local
charities. And special activities, such as face painting and balloon artists, are planned for the kids. For more information, visit www.parkwestvillage.net.
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Where do you begin? Mattress shopping doesn’t have to be painful and with a few simple guidelines it can even be fun. Start by determining why you need a new mattress and what is important. Do you want natural materials and no chemicals? Do you sleep hot? Do you wake up in pain? Knowing what sleep issues you want addressed will help you and your sleep advisor to choose the right mattress for you. Mattresses made with natural materials do not contain polyurethane
foam or harmful chemicals. Natural materials include all-natural latex, wool and cotton, and these materials combined make a sleep surface that aids in keeping your body temperature regulated, providing much needed pressure relief and keeping your sleep environment free of offgassing odors and dust mites. Don’t let all the crazy advertising gimmicks draw you in and sway your decision toward a mattress that isn’t right for you. All of those gimmicks are for the benefit of the retailer and not the consumer. Your decision should be based on the attributes that are most important for you to gain a happy and healthy night sleep every night of your life. Lastly, shop local: You work directly with owners who are passionate about their products and it keeps local money in the local economy.
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For Most Residents Receiving Subsidized Health Insurance Only Florida, California and Texas have more people getting subsidized coverage than North Carolina. Among those receiving insurance are 48,000 children and 156,700 young adults (age 18-34). SOURCE: Kaiser Health News, U.S. Government reports
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WELL-BEING? Raleigh Ranks #3 in U.S. In a report that evaluated the 100 largest cities in the U.S. in five categories (purpose, social, financial, community and physical), Raleigh ranked number three in the nation in overall well-being (scoring highest in social and community measures). North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton topped the list, followed by Urban Honolulu. After Raleigh were Oxnard-Thousand OaksVentura, El Paso, and Austin-Round Rock. Winston-Salem, NC, ranked 10th. SOURCE: Gallup-Healthways
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William B. Umstead State Park drew more visitors than any other North Carolina state park in 2014, with 1.29 million visits. Among the 39 state parks and Recreation areas, nearby Falls, Jordan and Kerr lakes also received more than 1 million visits in 2014. Twenty-seven of the state’s parks experienced an increase in visitors. SOURCE: North Carolina Division of Parks and recreation
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San Jose, CA, topped the list, with Milwaukee, WI, second. Following Raleigh were Cincinnati, OH, and Washington, DC. SOURCE: Teleflora; Sperling’s Best Places
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Raleigh ranks number one overall on a list of the top mid-sized “American Cities of the Future,” in a new published report. The ranking is based on many factors, from economic potential to business friendliness. Oakland, CA, followed Raleigh on the mid-sized cities list. The major cities list was topped by New York City, and Vancouver led the large cities list. Durham ranked sixth and Cary ranked seventh in the small cities subcategory. SOURCE: fDi, Financial Times
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May/June 2015
Dr. McIver and his staff are remarkable! Most caring & professional. Thank you for making me feel comfortable and important. – K. JONES SEPTEMBER 2014