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The October Original North Carolina State Fair Blends Novelty and Tradition
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Beyond the Smile
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It’s That Time of Year
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Welcome to autumn in the 919: Football, the State Fair, Bluegrass, walks, races, black tie galas and events galore.
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We love doing what we do and we enjoy hearing from our readers. Delivering information to you about your friends and neighbors is what we enjoy most (oh, and did I mention football?). In each issue of 919 Magazine, readers learn about local residents who volunteer their time and efforts to assist others and raise money for various causes. We are very proud to recognize these individuals – and, of course, highlight the organizations they support. Giving back is a part of our charter, and engrained in our business philosophy. That’s why we are sponsoring several exciting community events this fall: • For the second straight year, 919 Magazine is supporting the Triangle Signature Chef’s Auction to benefit the March of Dimes and its efforts to help premature infants. This exciting event is Nov. 2 right here at Prestonwood Country club – and you can read details about all the participating chefs on Page 29. •
And, new this year, 919 Magazine is a major supporter of the Wide Open Bluegrass Streetfest event Oct. 3-4 in Raleigh. Specifically, we are sponsoring the Youth Stage at this fun-filled festival expected to bring thousands of visitors and their dollars to our community. Check out the advertisement on Page 2 for information on this fun annual event.
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We’re also sponsoring the Morrisville Winterfest Parade and Craft Fair for the second consecutive year. This magical happening in December brings residents and visitors together for the magic of the Christmas season, including Santa himself on his own special float. All the information on this Town of Morrisville event is on Page 54.
This issue of 919 Magazine spotlights a wonderful organization dedicated to the Morrisville community –The Morrisville Chamber of Commerce. Not only are we proud to be a member of this group, we are also pleased to support and promote its events and efforts to enhance the atmosphere for local businesses. The package begins on Page 34. We have a lot more inside this expanded issue, including details on local fall festivals and activities and regional National Breast Cancer Awareness Month events (both on Page 13), so please enjoy. Happy fall – see you all again in December! Sincerely,
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919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES COMMUNITY EVENTS
OCT
10/1
Triangle Sports Commission Business of Sports Speaker Series
NCAA Football Playoff Executive Director Bill Hancock 12 p.m. luncheon; $25 Sheraton Imperial 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham www.trianglesportscommission.com
10/1-11/25
Morrisville Rotary Poinsettia Sale
Benefit for local organizations $18 per plant Rotary Club of Morrisville 919-656-6059 galeighton@gmail.com www.morrisville.rotary-clubs.org
10/2
Harvest Nights in the District
Live music and more 6-8:30 pm Park West Village www.parkwestvillage.net
10/2
Explore the Night Sky
Raleigh Astronomy Club 7:30 pm-8:30 pm West Regional Library 4000 Louis Stephens Dr 919-463-8500 www.wakegov.com
10/5
NC Hussehra Festival Hindu Society of NC, with Hindi Vikas Mandel 4:30 pm 309 Aviation Parkway 919-460-7830 or 919-554-9689
10/5
12th
Annual KIT Youth/Family Adventure Race
Benefitting KIT Programs 1 pm Lake Crabtree 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-922-3937 www.kidsintraining.org
10/6-12
SAS Championship
PGA Champions Tour Prestonwood Country Club 919-531-4653 www.SASChampionship.com
10/7
Golf’tober Fest Shootout Challenge
Sponsored by Rotary Club of Morrisville 4 pm; $200 per 2-person team Knights Play Golf Center 2512 Ten-Ten Rd, Apex www.morrisville.rotary-clubs.org
10/9
Pastry Arts Grande Salon
Benefit for Food Bank of CENC 6-8 pm $5, or 5 non-perishable food items The Chef’s Academy 2001 Carrington Mill Blvd. 919-246-9043 www.thechefsacademy.com
10/9
Harvest Nights in the District
Costumes encouraged: Trick or treat, sack races, hayride, and more 6-8:30 pm, Park West Village www.parkwestvillage.net
10/2,16
Senior Day Bingo Age 55-over; $1 a card fee 1 pm Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Ste B 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org
10/4
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Morrisville Start Up Networking Morrisville Innovation Foundation Speaker: Frank Reed, Peak 10 5:30-7 pm; free Traili Irish Pub 3107 Grace Park Dr 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org www.919Magazine.com
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919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 10/11
Fall Litter Sweep Community cleanup effort 9 am-12 pm 100 Town Hall Dr www.ci.morrisville.nc.us
10/11
Child/Community Safety Event
Sponsored by Modern Woodmen of America Child ID kits, car seat safety checks, safety exhibits, more 10 am- 2 pm; free Wal-Mart, 3650 Davis Dr 919-337-9859
10/13
Columbus
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10/14
Town Hall Meeting
Morrisville Town Council 6 pm HSNC Cultural Hall 309 Aviation Pkwy 919-463-6151 www.townofmorrisville.org
10/15
Women in Sports Leadership Luncheon
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Knowledgeable Network of Women 11:30 am-1 pm Members: $30; non-members, $40 Prestonwood Country Club 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org
10/23, 11/20
11/11
7:30-8:30 am Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr, Suite A 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org
11/13
Coffee and Connections
10/23
Coffee and Connections with a Shot of Espresso
Program: Tips on Connecting, Networking 8:30-9:30 am Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 260 Town Hall Dr, Suite A 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org
10/25
Spooktacular Trail Walk
6-8 pm (all ages); 8-10 pm (10-older) Free admission Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Pkwy www.townofmorrisville.org
10/30
Fall Festival
4-7 pm Park West Village www.parkwestvillage.net
10/31
Halloween
NOV
Veterans Day Member Meet-up
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce event sponsored by Atlantic Tire & Service 5-6:30 pm; $10 (members) Georgina’s Pizzaria 3536 Davis Dr 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org
11/17
New Member Luncheon
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 11:30 am-1 pm Free admission; members only Call for location 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org
11/27
Thanksgiving Day
DEC
12/4
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Members Holiday Reception
6-8 pm; free to members The Chef’s Academy 2001 Carrington Mill Blvd 919-463-7150 www.morrisvillechamber.org
12/5
11/2
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Move clocks back one hour
11/4
Members Holiday Potluck
Bring covered dish, wrapped gift 11:30 am-1 pm Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 919-463-7155 www.morrisvillechamber.org
Election Day
11/6,20 10/18
Diwali, the Festival of Lights
Sponsored by Hum Sub Free admission Koka Booth Amphitheater, Cary 919-371-4470 www.humsub.net
10/20
Jani-King Fall Golf Classic
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce fundraiser 10 a.m. shotgun start Governors Club 11000 Governors Dr Chapel Hill 919-463-7155 Rheine@morrisvillechamber.org
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Age 55-over; $1 a card fee 1 pm Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Ste B 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org
11/8
Getzelmania 5K and Fun Run
Benefit event sponsored by Bridge Community Church 9 am 1050 B Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-460-5917 www.getz5k.com
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12/5
Morrisville Tree Lighting
6:30-8 pm; free Morrisville Town Hall, 100 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7110 www.townofmorrisville.org
12/6
Annual Winterfest Holiday Craft Show
12-2 pm Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org October | November 2014
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Morrisville Winterfest Parade 11 am Town Hall Drive, from Chamber Of Commerce to Treybrooke Drive 919-463-6200 www.townofmorrisville.org
10/4
Winter Wonderland
Homecoming Dance 8-11 pm Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
10/17, 11/3 School Tours
SCHOOL EVENTS
OCT
10/1
Transit Vocal Band Performance
Cedar Fork Elementary 1050 Town Hall Dr 919-388-5240 http://cedarfork.weebly.com
10/3
Homecoming Celebration
5-7 pm; $10 Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 www.greenhopehigh2.wcpss.net
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10 am Morrisville Elementary 1519 Morrisville Pkwy 919-460-3400 www.morrisvilleyearround.org
10/17
8th Grade Career Fair
Mills Park Middle School 441 Mills Park Dr 919-466-1500 www.millsparkms.wcpss.net
10/18
24-Hour Short Play Performances
7 pm; tickets: $5 Panther Creek High Auditorium 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
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11/13-15
GHHS Fall Play: ‘Dracula’
7 pm; tickets: $8 Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd 919-380-3700 jgorski@wcpss.net www.greenhopedrama.com
11/19
Anita Price-Burroughs Performs for IDS
Cedar Fork Elementary 1050 Town Hall Dr 919-388-5240 http://cedarfork.weebly.com
11/20
Talent Show
6-8 pm East Cary Middle 1111 SE. Maynard Rd, Cary 919-466-4377 www.eastcaryms.wcpss.net
11/21-22
PCHS Fall Play: ‘The Crucible’
7 pm Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 www.panthercreekhs.wcpss.net
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919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS 10/3-4
Wide Open Bluegrass Festival
Downtown Raleigh 615-256-3222 www.wideopenbluegrass.com
10/4-19
Wake County Parade of Homes
Presented by Home Builders Assoc. of Raleigh-Wake County www.hbawake.com
10/4
Raleigh’s Irish Music Festival
11 am-7:30 pm Moore Square 200 S. Blount St www.raleighirishfestival.com
10/5
USO Freedom Gala
Benefit for military personnel, families 6:30-11:30 pm; tickets, $150 Sheraton Imperial Ballroom 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham 919-840-3000 www.uso-nc.org
10/26
Dancin’ in Denim
NC Lighthouse Foundation Benefit 4-7 pm; $100 per couple ($75 single) Montegue Lake (south of Raleigh) 919-539-9257 www.nclighthousefoundation.org
11/2
Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Benefitting March of Dimes 5:30 pm Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary 919-424-2169 www.marchofdimes.com
11/4-9
Benefitting Duke Children’s Hospital Various Times Hunt Horse Complex 4601 Trinity Rd, Raleigh 919-556-7321 www.jumpforthechildren.org
11/6-8
Visions of Sugarplums
Holiday Art & Gift Show Thu, Fri: 9 am-8 pm Sat, 9 am-3 pm; free Quail Hollow Swim Club 800 Orleans Place, Raleigh www.visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com
11/8
$50,000 Duke Children’s Grand Prix Horse Show
10/6-12
SAS Championship
PGA Champions Tour Prestonwood Country Club 919-531-4653 www.SASChampionship.com
10/16-26
North Carolina State Fair
Opening, closing times vary 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh www.ncstatefair.org
Benefitting Duke Children’s Hospital $10 adult fee, children under 10 free 7:30 pm Hunt Horse Complex 4601 Trinity Rd, Raleigh 919-556-7321 www.jumpforthechildren.org
11/15-16
The North Star
Staged by Carolina Dance Foundation 7 pm; 11/15; 3 pm, 11/16 Tickets: $12, $17, $25 Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E. South St., Raleigh 919-848-1830 www.carolinadancefoundation.org/events
10/18
11/21-23
Benefit for Wheels4Hope, sponsored by Sir Walter Chevrolet 8-11 am 4840 Grove Barton Rd 919-787-3700 www.sirwalter.com www.candcraleigh.com
Relics Public Exhibition Fri, 6-8 pm; Sat, 10 am-7 pm; Sun, 10 am-5 pm; free Kadampa Center 5412 Etta Burke Ct, Raleigh 919-607-9488 www.maitreyarelictour.com
Cars & Coffee Raleigh Grande
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Theatre in the Park Tickets: $30-$90 Raleigh Memorial Auditorium www.ticketmaster.com Durham Performing Arts Center www.dpacnc.com
12/12-13
Annual Nativity Celebration
Jump for the Children Horse Show and Events
12/10-14, 18-21
The Historical Buddha’s
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6-9 pm, Thu-Fri; 12-9 pm, Sat Free; food donations accepted Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Apex Stake Center 574 Bryan Dr. Apex www.christmasnativity.org/apex
1/17-25
2015 U.S. Figure Skating Championships
Greensboro Coliseum Complex Greensboro, NC www.northcarolina2015.com
NIGHTLIFE
Oct/Nov
Oh’ Mulligans Sports Pub Grill
Texas Hold ‘em, Thu/Sat 100 Jerusalem Dr, Morrisville 919-465-1900 www.ohmulligans.com
Buffalo Wild Wings
1300 Village Market Pl, Morrisville 919-469-7872 www.buffalowildwings.com
Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits
Trivia, Tue; live music, Sat/Sun 1101 Market Center Dr, Morrisville 919-388-3500 www.ruckus.pizza
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Trivia, Mon/Wed 4010 Grace Park Dr, Morrisville 919-460-1297 www.buffalowingsandrings.com
Rookies Sports Park
Trivia, Tue; live music, Wed 4911 Central Park Ln, South Durham/RTP 919-474-8833 www.rookiessportsbars.com
West Park Tavern
Live music, Sat; trivia, Wed 2734 NC Hwy 55, Cary 919-303-9300 www.westparktavern.com October | November 2014
919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Abbey Road Tavern and Grill
Live music, Fri/Sat 1195 West Chatham St, Cary 919-481-4434 www.abbeyroadcary.com
Doherty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Trivia, Mon; live music, Wed/Fri/Sat 1979 High House Rd, Cary 919-388-9930 www.dohertysirishpubnc.com
Mac’s Tavern
Trivia, Mon; Open Mic, Wed 1014 Ryan Rd, Cary 919-467-4114 www.macs-tavern.wix.com/macstavern
SPECIALS/OTHER 10/4,11,18,25
Grand Reopening Event
Food, fun and prizes celebrating renovated, state-of-the-art facility Sir Walter Chevrolet 8501 Glenwood Ave 919-787-3700 www.sirwalter.com
10/4-5, 10-12, 17-19
10/15, 11-19
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Family fishing experience 6:30-8:30 pm Free; preregistration required Lake Crabtree County Park 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-460-3390 www.wakegov.com
49th Annual Wake County Parade of Homes
10/26
Yoga and unWINEd
4 pm; $12 Open Arts Dance, Music and Yoga Studio 1222 Copeland Oaks Dr 919-651-0447 www.openartsnc.com
COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES/EVENTS 10/1
Triangle Sports Commission
Business of Sports Speaker Series NCAA Football Playoff Executive Director Bill Hancock 12 p.m. luncheon; $25 Sheraton Imperial 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham www.trianglesportscommission.com
Crabtree Casters
REGISTRATION, CAMPS, LESSONS 10/6
Winter Youth Basketball
Registration Begins Residents, $69 Non-residents, $99 Various age levels for boys, girls Morriville Parks & Recreation https://webtrac.townofmorrisville.org
11/11
December Swimming
Lessons Registration Begins Age Pre-school to Advanced Youth Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center 1301 Morrisville Pkwy 919-463-6900 www.townofmorrisville.org
A Christmas Carol It’s Never Too Early For The Christmas Spirit! The Hit Musical Comedy Celebrating 40 Magical Years!
December 10-14 December 18-21 DECPA’s Memorial Auditorium
Durham Performing Arts Center
Tickets On Sale Oct. 12 ticketmaster.com
919-680-2787 or dpacnc.com
Tickets On Sale Now
“One of the most successful shows in North Carolina theatre history!” Starring Ira David Wood III as Scrooge
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919 | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES WALKS, RACES, RIDES, GOLF
10/12
10/5
8 am (5K, 10K); 10 am (walk) The Angus Barn 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-9255 walkforhope.com
12th Annual KIT Youth/Family Adventure Race
Benefitting KIT Programs 1 pm Lake Crabtree 1400 Aviation Pkwy 919-922-3937 www.kidsintraining.org
10/7
Golf’tober Fest Shootout Challenge
Sponsored by Rotary Club of Morrisville 4 pm; $200 per 2-person team Knights Play Golf Center 2512 Ten-Ten Rd, Apex www.morrisville.rotary-clubs.org
10/10-11
26th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope, 5K & 10K
10/18
Gigi’s Cupcakes 5K
Duke Children’s Hospital Benefit 8 am Brier Creek Commons 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy, #105 www.fsseries.com
10/19
Full City Race Fest
Benefitting Habitat for Humanity Half marathon, 5M run, 1M run Downtown Durham www.bullcityracefest.com
10/20
Jani-King Fall Golf Classic
Teams of 4-12 compete in 200 mi. race from Raleigh to Atlantic Beach Tuna, beer, music, more info@tunarun200.com www.tunarun200.com
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce fundraiser 10 a.m. shotgun start Governors Club 11000 Governors Dr, Chapel Hill 919-463-7155 Rheine@morrisvillechamber.org
10/11
10/21
Second Chance Pet Adoptions Benefit WakeMed Soccer Park 540 E Chatham St, Cary www.secondchancenc.org
Benefit for Second Chance Pet Adoption’ WakeMed Soccer Park 940 E. Chatham St, Cary www.secondchancenc.org
10/11
10/26
Benefitting Autism Society of NC 9 am 200 S. Blount St 800-422-2762 www.runningtheusa.com
Benefitting YMCA Community Outreach and Wake Forest Memorial Post 8466, VFW 7:30 am; The Factory 1839 S. Main St signatureraces@gmail.com www.runraleighraces.com
Tuna Run 200
Furry 5K Run/2K Walk
16th Annual Triangle Run/Walk for Autism
10/11
Light the Night Walk
Benefitting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 5:30 pm Halifax Mall - 300 N. Salisbury St 877-586-9255 www.lightthenight.org
10/11
7th Annual Hemophilia 5K Walk
10 am Lake Crabtree County Park 1400 Aviation Pkwy 800-990-5557 www.hemophilia.org/walk/
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3rd Annual Hallowed Half Marathon and 10K
11/2
8th Annual City of Oaks Marathon and Rex Healthcare Half Marathon
7 am NC State Bell Tower www.cityofoaksmarathon.com
11/8
Getzelmania 5K and Fun Run
Benefit event sponsored by Bridge Community Church 9 am 1050 B Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-460-5917 www.getz5k.com www.919Magazine.com
RTP EVENTS 10/8,22; 11/5,19 1 Million Cups
9-10 am RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org
10/9
DISRUPT: Global Education Disruption
In partnership with Eisenhower Fellows 5:30-7:30 pm; free Research Triangle Park HQ 12 Davis Dr www.disrtupteducation.eventbrite.com
10/16
RTP 180: Haunted NC II
5-7:30 pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org
10/23-24
All Things Open Conference
Sessions Begin at 9 am each day Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St www.allthingsopen.com
11/20
RTP 180: Culture of Carolina
5-7:30 pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org
11/20
14th Annual NC Masters & PhD Career Fair
12-4 pm The Friday Center, Chapel Hill https://sites.google.com/site/ncmastersphdfair/
12/18
RTP 180: A Generosity of Spirit
5-7:30 pm RTP Headquarters 12 Davis Dr 919-549-8181 www.rtp.org
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Oct/Nov
Fall Events and Halloween Activities 10/1-11/1
10/25
Haunted Mordecai Lantern Tour
30-min night tours of the Mordecai House 5-10 pm; $5; all ages Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh 919-857-4364 www.raleighnc.gov
10/31
Halloween Safe Night at the Museum
6-9 pm; age 12-under with adult North Carolina Museum of History 5 E Edenton St, Raleigh 919-872-9535, ext. 3069 www.ncdcr.gov
10/1-Nov
11/8
Hayrides, corn maze, more Page Farms 6100 Mt. Herman Rd 919-596-3227 www.pagefarmsraleigh.com
10 am-5 pm Cobblestone Hall 215 Wolfe St, Suite 100 919-834-8634 www.thehandmademarket.com
10/18
11/22
Pick Your Own Pumpkin
Fall Arts Festival
1-5 pm Roundabout Art Collective 305 Oberlin Rd 919-747-9495 www.roundaboutartcollective.com
10/25
Spooktacular Trail Walk
6-8 pm: Family friendly 8-10 pm: Age 10 and older Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Pkwy 919-463-6200 www.ci.morrisville.nc.us
10/25
2nd Annual Autumn Extravaganza
10 am Longleaf School of the Arts 207 E. Hargett St 919-896-8164 www.longleafschool.com
10/25
Women’s Tennis Tournament
10/3
Family Fun Event
Benefit for Pretty in Pink Games, entertainment, raffles 6 pm MacGregor Downs Country Club 430 Saint Andrews Ln, Cary 919-623-5090 www.macgregordowns.org
The Handmade Market
30th Annual Holiday Craft Fair and Sale
10 am-5 pm NCSU Crafts Center 210 Jensen Dr 919-515-2457 www.ncsu.edu/crafts/2014craftsfair_prelim.html
Oct/Nov
Pumpkin Patch, Cornfield Maze
Call for dates and times Ganyard Hill Farm 407 Sherron Rd, Durham 919-596-8728 www.ganyardhillfarm.com
Oct
10/3
Breast Cancer Golf Classic
9 am-6 pm MacGregor Downs Country Club 430 Saint Andrews Ln, Cary 919-623-5090 www.macgregordowns.org
10/3
Turn It Pink Party
6:30-9:30 pm MacGregor Downs Country Club 430 Saint Andrews Ln, Cary 919-623-5090 www.macgregordowns.org
10/4
Making Strides 5K Walk
Haunted Farm
$20 fee, Fri-Sat Phillips Farms 6701 Good Hope Church Rd, Cary www.phillipsfarmsofcary.com
Haunted Mordecai Festival
Food, music, games, crafts, costume contests 12-4 pm; free; all ages Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh 919-857-4364 www.raleighnc.gov 919 Magazine MV
10/2
Benefit for Pretty in Pink Games, entertainment, raffles 9 am-1 pm MacGregor Downs Country Club 430 Saint Andrews Ln, Cary 919-623-5090 www.macgregordowns.org
Corn Maze and Pumpkins
Hay rides, Inflatables, corn hole, more Fri 4-9 pm, Sat 9 am-9 pm, Sun 11 am-6pm Green Acres Farm 1132 Morrisville Carpenter Rd, Cary 919-481-2435 www.greenacrescary.com
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Events
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9 am 4300 Six Forks Rd 919-334-5241 www.makingstrides.acsevents.org
10/11
2014 le Tour de Femme
Benefiting the Rex Healthcare Angel Fund 7:30 am-12 pm Cycling Spoken Here 1377 NW Maynard Rd, Cary 919-964-0469 www.letourdefemme.org
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Mentors, Friends and Big Brothers, Sisters Morrisville-based Group Provides Support and Guidance to Youths By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE
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McKinley Wooten Jr. is a busy man. Professionally, the married father of two teenagers is Deputy Director, North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts. He also is chairman of the Board of Directors for the State Employees Credit Union Foundation, a community advisor for the Junior League of Raleigh, a board member for the NC History Museum Foundation, and serves as Minister of Music for Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Wendell, NC. Yet, he still finds time to be a volunteer mentor, friend and “big brother” to 12-year-old Michael Duke, a local middle school student and the son of a single mother. “My role is to be a support, friend, mentor and ‘brother’ to Michael – not a father,” said Wooten, who is affiliated with Morrisville-based Big Brothers Big sisters of the Triangle. “I can offer not only my personal experience from when I was a young man, but also the more recent experiences of my own children to help guide him in making sound, positive decisions for his life.” Wooten spends at least eight hours a month with Michael, usually bowling, going to movies, attending sporting events, or playing video games. “I think being a part of BBBS has helped expose Michael to activities that he may not have been able to participate in otherwise,” Wooten said. “I really do feel that Michael enjoys our outings together and looks forward to them.” Started in 1904 as two separate entities that merged in 1977, Big Brothers Big Sisters helps change kids’ perspectives and gives them the opportunity to reach their potential by bringing caring role models into the lives of children.
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McKinley Wooten Jr. Profile AGE: 48 RESIDENCE:
Wake County
HOMETOWN:
Kinston, NC
VOLUNTEER AFFILIATION:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle
PROFESSION:
Deputy Director, North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts
EDUCATION:
BA, Morehouse College; JD, Vanderbilt University School of Law
FAMILY:
Wife, Laura; 2 teenage children
INTERESTS:
Traveling, watching movies, playing piano
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle typically keeps a waiting list for boys to be matched, resulting in a real need for male mentors and volunteers. “I became a volunteer with BBBS in 2013,” Wooten said. “I hope that my participation will encourage older men to volunteer.” Wooten said he understands it’s difficult for some men to volunteer due to family commitments or work obligations, but suggests financial contributions and support of fundraising events – such as the upcoming Nov. 7 Big Night Ball at Brier Creek Country Club – can go a long way in supporting the BBBS efforts. (see more information on this event on Page 42). But Wooten – who said tutoring, mentoring and providing care and direction for young people has been a part of his life’s work – finds pride in being directly involved. “Michael is a bright young man who enjoys reading and math,” he said. “He is an achiever in the classroom and is dedicated to academic excellence. Outside of class Michael loves sports. He is conversant on college and pro football statistics and I think he could be a junior commentator!” Sounds just like what a big brother might say.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle PURPOSE:
To create and support relationships that provide consistent, positive, one-to-one interaction between a single-parent child and an adult volunteer, who will be an advisor and friend on the journey from childhood to adulthood
LOCATION: 909 Aviation Pkwy, Ste 1500 Morrisville CONTACT:
Phone:
919-850-9772
Email: info@bbbstri.org
Website: www.bbbstriangle.org
Upcoming Big Brother Big Sister of the Triangle Events 4th Annual Big Night Ball Friday, Nov. 7 6:30-11 pm Brier Creek Country Club Bowl for Kids’ Sake Saturday, Feb. 21, 2015 Info on both events: www.bbbstriangle.org
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Rotary Honors Morrisville Fire Engineer Chris Salter Devoted To Family, and Family’s Firefighting Legacy By HANNAH TOWNSEND
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Firefighting and public service is in Chris Salter’s blood. “I come from a family involved in fire services,” said Salter, a Fire Engineer with the Morrisville Fire Department. “My father, grandfather and two uncles were all firemen, and my brother is the captain in a fire department.” Salter, who joined the MFD in 1999, is also recipient of the prestigious 2014 Morrisville Rotary Fire Fighter of the Year award. “I am honored to receive this award, and thankful for the recognition,” Salter said. “I just enjoy being able to help others.” But it’s not the first time the Wayne County resident has been cited for his work. He also was Fire Officer of the Year in 2010 and 2013 at the Saulston Volunteer Fire Department
I just enjoy being able to help others. CHRIS SALTER, 2014 Morrisville RotarY Fire Fighter of the Year
in Goldsboro, where he volunteers as Assistant Chief, and he has two Wake County Emergency Medical Services Life Save awards. “We were dispatched to a cardiac arrest call. Upon arrival at the scene, we found the patient was in cardiac arrest and began advanced life support techniques and CPR,” Salter said of one instance. “After a couple of minutes, our crew was able to resuscitate the patient – who later had a full recovery.” Away from the firehouse, Salter is completing the final two classes this fall for his Associate Degree in Emergency
Management from Wayne Community College, where he carries a 4.0 GPA (and where 18-year-old son Jordan attends, seeking the same degree). And he finds fulfillment in spending time with his family, which includes Jordan, 7-yearold son, Chandler, and his wife, Tracy, a school teacher. “We work 24 hour shifts here (at MFD) and some days you go home and just sleep,” Salter said. “With my wife working and the kids in school, it’s sometimes hard to see each other – so I try to spend every moment I can enjoying life with them.”
Thomas Salter Profile AGE: 41 RESIDENCE:
Wayne County
PROFESSION:
Fire Engineer, Morrisville Fire Department
RECENT RECOGNITION:
2014 Morrisville Rotarian Fire Fighter of the Year
EDUCATION:
Associates Degree, Emergency Management, Wayne Community College (Fall 2014)
FAMILY:
Wife, Tracy; 2 sons, Jordan (18), Chandler (7)
PET:
Fitz (dog)
INTERESTS:
Firefighting, fishing
Salter – who holds multiple state firefighter certifications and is a Level 2 Fire Instructor – credits his mother as his inspiration to strive for success. “She was a single parent and she raised two boys. My brother is currently Captain at the Greenville Fire Department, and I made it to Engineer in the Morrisville Fire Department,” he said. “She proved that against all odds, you can make something of yourself.”
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Caring and Compassionate
Morrisville 6th Grader Hopes To Teach, Walks for Autism By HANNAH TOWNSEND
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Just a 6th Grader, Justin Watkins already knows what he wants to be when he grows up: A teacher. Justin’s mother, LaLecha Watkins, said he wants to pursue teaching because of his role models at Morrisville Elementary School – which last year presented him with the Spotlight on a Student Award, a recognition created in 1982 to acknowledge Wake County students for
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and very appreciative to have the MES team recognize our son.” Justin, who now attends West Cary Middle School, said his favorite subjects in school are math and technology because he enjoys using what he’s learned throughout his daily activities. “He enjoys finding new information and playing educational games,” LaLecha said. “Technology class gives him a chance to learn more computer skills.” Justin also participates in the Triangle Run/Walk for Autism, an annual event put on by the Autism Society of North Carolina each October. Autism is a disorder that affects one out of every 58 North Carolina children, and the event at Moore Square in downtown Raleigh raises money to support individuals and families that are diagnosed. His parents are regular participants and donors and said his participation is an important part of advocating for children with autism. “We feel incredibly blessed to have a child that is so caring
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We feel incredibly blessed to have a child that is so caring and compassionate. LALECHA WATKINS, Justin’s mother
and compassionate,” LaLecha said. “Justin is a wonderful, happy child who loves spending time with his family and friends. He is an extremely thoughtful child and always wants to make everyone smile.” A humble Justin gives all the credit to his parents. “I am inspired most by my Mom and Dad, because they are supportive and always want what is best for me,” he said. The 16th Annual Triangle Run/Walk for Autism is 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Moore Square in downtown Raleigh. For information, visit www.autismsociety-nc.org.
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Diverse and Worldly Morrissville Family is Helping Empower Women in Philippines By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE
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Morrisville’s Havranek family is truly an international family, now living in an international town. Terry and Maria Havranek, married 25 years, moved to Morrisville a year ago with grown daughters Treana and Theya – drawn to the area because they feel the town is progressive, diverse and geographically convenient. But the Triangle is only a part of their far-reaching lifestyle. Maria, a native of the Philippines and graduate of Silliman University, is an international cosmetologist with four salons, one of which is Salon 93 in Morrisville. She travels to her homeland two or three times a year to oversee her salons and cosmetology school – and assist women to become trained hairdressers and financially stable. “In my native country, there are a lot of women who are very intelligent and talented but were not given the opportunities in life. When I see how interesting and hardworking these women are, it inspires me to share my talent and knowledge with them
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In my native country, there are a lot of women who are very intelligent and talented but were not given the opportunities in life. MARIA HAVRANEK,
PARENTS:
Terence and Maria Luz Havranek
OCCUPATIONS:
Terence: Retired Mechanical Engineer, Math Tutor (terryswebtutoring.com); Maria: International Cosmetologist, Salon 93 (owner)
EDUCATION:
Terence: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Pittsburgh University Maria: BA in Speech and Theatre, Silliman University
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Treana (23), Theya (20)
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free of charge,” said Maria, who often conducts video instruction at the school remotely from her Morrisville salon. “My intent was to not only help them become skilled, but also to become physically, emotionally, spiritually and financially independent. The poverty in the Philippines is rampant and my motto is if I can only help a handful of families, I am successful.” Terry is a retired mechanical engineer from New Castle, PA, who is now pursuing his dream as a math teacher through his online tutoring business. He travels extensively, and spends several weeks each summer in Pennsylvania.
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Treana splits her time between manager at Salon 93 and as a beginning voice and piano teacher to 11 students in her Cary studio. After graduation from Silliman University, she traveled internationally as part of a touring choir. Theya is a stylist at Salon 93, sings, and was honored by the North Carolina Theatre Conference for her acting.
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Both daughters live in the Raleigh area, and the parents’ pride is evident in their accomplishments and potential for the future. “We are helping our daughters to get an early start to become young entrepreneurs,” Maria said. “They know all of this requires hard work, but in the end they know it is best. This is the legacy I would want to leave with our daughters: Life is a journey, never a destination.”
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A Desire to Serve, and Make a Difference Steve Rao Hopes His Experiences Will Inspire Others to Community Service Something inspired Steve Rao when he visited India in 2007 as part of a business delegation. “I had traveled there with my parents as a young boy, but this was the first time I was concerned whether my children would have the same opportunities I had when my parents immigrated to the U.S. more than 40 years ago,” said Rao, a married father of two children. “I see children in the U.S. competing in a global economy, and we need to make sure that we are investing in their education, so they can be competitive in their careers and continue to make America great.” Though involved in local and state politics in his native West Virginia before moving to North Carolina in 2001, Rao
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returned from that visit to India resolved to run for office. “In 2010, I ran for Wake County Commissioner, and lost a close race,” he said. “My father and others then encouraged me to run for an open seat on the Morrisville Town Council in 2011. I took the opportunity and I am grateful I did. I am honored to serve and do what I can to make a difference in my community.” Not only did Rao win the At Large Council seat (he’s now serving the first year of a new four-year term), he also became Wake County’s first Indian American elected official. “I take great pride in being the first. I have always been proud of the achievements of this dynamic and hard working community, which benefits our state and nation every day in the fields of business, research and innovation, medicine, etc.” Rao considers it a big responsibility to be the elected voice of more than 20,000 Indians and Indian Americans in the Triangle. “But I enjoy this honor and believe that there are many younger men www.919Magazine.com
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and women in this community who will now pursue a career in public service in the future.” A Charleston, WV, native, Rao attended Emory University, where he October | November 2014
competed on the tennis team and attained handle in the coming years a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He – from traffic congestion and road maintenance, then received his JD degree from West to locating a library Virginia College of Law. and farmers market, to In addition to his Morrisville Town managing town budgets and Council responsibilities, Rao is Business school overcrowding – Rao Development Manager at Alphanumeric feels the greatest challenge Systems, a global technology services firm is setting the right goals and headquartered in Raleigh. priorities each year. “We He is married to Dr. Komal Parekh, a can complete projects and pediatrician at Blue Ridge Pediatrics, and see them through, rather has two children: Sonia, an 8th Grader than trying to do everything at Davis Drive Middle, and Rayan, a 4th at once,” he said. “It is time Grader at Morrisville Elementary. for us to take this challenge And he is heavily involved in the head on and actually get community, serving as a Charter Member things done.” of the TIE Entrepreneurs, a global Rao said he enjoys organization with 45 chapters around every day on the Council the world; a board member for NC Real, and is grateful to get this which provides training to teachers on experience, learn from the how to teach entrepreneurship; a member collective experience of his of the Rotary Club of Morrisville; an colleagues, and make a ex officio member of the Morrisville positive contribution to the Innovation Foundation; and a member community. He said he of the North Carolina Technology spends a particular amount Association. Through his Council position, of time on the effort with Mayor Mark he is a delegate to the Triangle J Council Stohlman on the town’s transportation of Governments, and co-chairs the group’s issues; supporting business startups in Smart Growth Committee. Morrisville; the open date initiative; and immigration reform. Acknowledging a long list of pressing issues in Morrisville for the Council to But Rao gets the most fulfillment
in life through meeting and getting to know people in all walks of life, which he achieves daily through his job and his Council position. “I have always been a people person and can only hope that I am remembered in this life as a man who knew no strangers,” he said.
Steve Rao Profile AGE: 44 RESIDENCE:
Morrisville
HOMETOWN:
Charleston, WV
PROFESSION: Business Development Manager, Alphanumeric Systems
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EDUCATION:
BA in Political Science, Emory University; JD degree, West Virginia University
FAMILY:
Wife, Dr. Komal Parekh (Pediatrician); 2 daughters, Sonia and Rayan
INTERESTS:
Playing and watching tennis, reading American and world history, running, swimming
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Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits of Morrisville's 5th Annual Cocktails, Cornhole & Couture in September raised funds to benefit the Vs. Cancer Foundation and the NOR Foundation. The fun event included a corn hole tournament, live music and a fashion show. Photos Courtesy the NOR Foundation
A big crowd was on hand at the Hindu Society of North Carolina Cultural Hall in Morrisville on Aug. 16 for the annual Indian Independence Day celebration. Presented by Hindi Vikas Mandal, the event included music and entertainment, a parade and flag-hoisting ceremony, an exhibition and India Mela, and more. A number of local organizations exhibited during the celebration and raised funds by selling food and drinks. 919 Magazine Staff Photos 24
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Blackfinn Ameripub celebrated its grand opening in Morrisville’s Park West Village with a ribbon cutting organized by the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce in September. Blackfinn is located at 3201 Village Market Place. For more information, call 919-468-3808 or visit www. blackfinnameripub.com/morrisville. 919 Magazine Staff Photos by Ame Deaton
Raleigh/Wake Chapter of Jack and Jill of America sponsored the 4th Annual Jack and Jill Ran Up the Hill 5K and 1-mile Fun Run in September in Morrisville benefiting Pretty in Pink Foundation and the Jack and Jill of America Foundation. The event included a Health Fair with free screenings and materials, free massages, a Kids Zone, and more. Photos Courtesy of Shelly Watson 919 Magazine MV
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Open Arts Dance, Music and Yoga Studio’s 1st Anniversary Celebration and 2014-15 Season Kick-off Event earlier this year featured a dance wear and shoe swap, a chance to order new dance wear for the new season, meetings with the Open Arts staff, and participation in a variety of fun activities. Open Arts is located at 1222 Copeland Oaks Drive in Morrisville. For information, call 919-651-0447 or visit www.openartsnc.com.
The Chef’s Academy’s recent 3rd Annual Pastry Arts Grande Salon event featured delicious desserts, food trucks and live music — and raised $24,057 to benefit the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. Shown are two of the eight students who participated in the event. Another fundraising event is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9, at the Morrisville campus, located at 2001 Carrington Mill Blvd. Attendees are asked to make a $5 donation or bring five non-perishable food items. For more information, call 919-246-9043 or visit www.thechefsacademy.com. Photos Courtesy of The Chef’s Academy 26
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Morrisville Police Department hosted National Night Out at Park West Village in August, with a goal of heightening crime and drug prevention awareness, generating support for local anti-crime efforts, strengthening neighborhood spirit, and building police-community partnerships. 919 Magazine Staff Photos
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Field & Stream’s grand opening in September at Parkside Town Commons at NC Highway 55 and I-540 brought significant attention to Morrisville’s northside. The three-day event included live music, free food, giveaways, contests, fishing and hunting tips, and a variety of presentations and workshops. The store includes a tackle shop, archery shop, gun shop and much more. For more information, visit www.fieldandstream.com. 919 Magazine Staff Photos
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2014 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Participants The 2014 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction is 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2, at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary.
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American Meltdown – Paul Inserra
POSITION:
Executive Chef
POSITION:
Owner/Chef
LOCATION:
4325 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh
LOCATION:
PHONE:
919-881-2048
CUISINE:
Tuscan Italian
Food truck, visiting various locations (visit www. americanmeltdown.org or email events@americanmeltdown.org
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Sono – Michael Lee
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Lead Chef Instructor
LOCATION:
2001 Carrington Mill Blvd, Morrisville
LOCATION:
319 Fayetteville St #101, Raleigh
PHONE:
919-521-5328
PHONE:
919-246-9044
CUISINE:
Sushi, Japanese and Korean flavors, seafood
CUISINE:
Classical French techniques
YEARS IN POSITION:
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Backyard Bistro – Joseph A. Lumbrazo POSITION:
Owner
LOCATION:
1235 Hurricane Alley Way, Raleigh
PHONE:
919-851-6203
CUISINE:
Fresh family style, with southern influence
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Prestonwood Country Club – Scott Rowe POSITION:
Executive Chef
LOCATION:
300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary
PHONE:
919-467-2566
CUISINE:
Fresh and diverse dishes, utilizing locally grown produce
YEARS IN POSITION:
4 years at Prestonwood Country Club
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The Original Flying Burrito – TJ Shaler POSITION:
Chef
LOCATION:
4800 Grove Barton Rd, Suite 106, Raleigh
PHONE:
919-785-2734
Italian, French, Pizza/Burger
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Popular southwest, southeastern dishes
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Poppyseed Market Café & Wine Bar – Julia McGovern
1080 Darrington Dr
CUISINE:
Fresh seafood of all kinds; especially know for oysters and shellfish
PHONE:
919-870-4997
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Southern style comfort food, with a touch of northern influence
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Lisa H. Mayes, DDS, with J. Gregory Mayes, DDS, and other team members
A Comfortable, Caring Environment Preston Dental Center Helps Patients Reach Their Optimum Dental Health With a warm and cozy comfortable atmosphere, Preston Dental Center feels more like home than a dental office. “We treat our patients as if they are family,” said Gregory Mayes, DDS, coowner and practitioner at the center, with his wife, Lisa Mayes, DDS. “We want
them to feel comfortable, and well cared for – that we are partners with them to help them achieve optimum dental health.”
Dr. Gregory Mayes opened Preston Dental Center in 1989, outgrowing two locations in Cary until moving to its current location at 3761 NW Cary Parkway in 1999. He earned his dental degree from Preston Dental Center University of North Carolina, YEAR STARTED: 1989 after earning a biology degree DENTISTS/OWNERS: J. Gregory Mayes, at San Diego State University. D.D.S.; Lisa H. Mayes, Dr. Lisa Mayes, who earned D.D.S. both undergraduate and ADDRESS: 3761 NW Cary Pkwy, dental degrees from UNC, Ste 100, Cary completed a post-graduate HOURS: Mon-Thu, 7 am-5 pm residency program before WEBSITE: www.prestondentalcenter.com entering private practice. She EMAIL: drgmayes@prestondentalcenter.com joined Preston Dental Center PHONE: 919-460-0963 in 1993.
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The doctors are married, and parents to a teenage daughter, Kathryn. Both are members of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the North Carolina Dental Society and the Academy of General Dentistry. And they’re proud to call the Preston Dental Center team a real family. “We have all been together October | November 2014
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for at least five years, and the most senior has been with us for 20 years,” said Dr. Lisa Mayes, adding that the team can take care of most anything a patient needs. “We take a proactive approach to complete health by improving dental health – which contributes to improving overall health.” Dr. Gregory Mayes said both doctors keep trained and informed on the latest technology by attending much more continuing education than is required. “This allows us so to provide our patients the best up to date treatment,” he said, adding that the team handles such non-routine services as cosmetic improvement, limited orthodontics, most root canals, laser treatment, same-day emergency care, making a crown at same appointment, and providing an appliance to help with sleep apnea. “Our mission is to provide excellent dental care, utilizing the most up to date technology and state-of-the-art techniques,” Dr.
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Gregory Mayes said. “We love the opportunity to show our patients what exceptional dental care is all about. Our caring professional team strives to provide quality care that lasts a lifetime.” Preston Dental Center is located at 3761 NW Cary Parkway, Suite 100, in Cary. To contact, call 919-460-0963 or visit www.prestondentalcenter.com.
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BUILDING BUSINESS For 25 Years in Morrisville
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Founded in 1990, the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization that is an active force in bringing new business and development into Morrisville. Located in the White Ventures Chamber Building on Town Hall Drive, the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the continued growth and prosperity of Morrisville – and celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2015. For this issue of 919 Magazine, we provide insight into what makes the Morrisville business community successful through a conversation with Chamber President Carlotta Ungaro.
A Conversation with Carlotta Ungaro, President of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce: What gives businesses located in Morrisville advantages over those in other areas? Morrisville boasts one of the highest education attainment levels in the country, with 64.7 percent of its adult residents having a college degree or higher. What this means for those hiring is a highly skilled workforce. The median household income in Morrisville is $78,771. For retail businesses, this means a population with disposable income. Few communities have statistics like this.
Why should entrepreneurs choose Morrisville to open a business? Morrisville is the best location in the area for a business. It is halfway between Durham and Raleigh, and is easily accessible because of I-40 and I-540. If your business requires air travel, there is no better location since we are located right by RaleighDurham International Airport. The central location also means that the workforce for your business can easily traverse here. Yes, we know that NC Highway 54 (Chapel Hill Road) can be a bit of a challenge at rush hour, but the Town of Morrisville is working on improvements and lobbying at the regional and state level to push Morrisville road projects up the list. Town officials anticipate that the McCrimmon Extension – fondly referred to as the NC54 bypass – should be completed by summer 2017. That is fast in road-years!
What is the purpose of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce? The mission of the Morrisville Chamber is to promote business, and enhance economic and community development while serving as a champion for improving the overall quality of life in the region. Most businesses are familiar with the Chamber’s networking events. Even more important to the overall business climate, the Chamber advocates on behalf of the business community with the local governments. Since 2006, the Town of Morrisville also contracted with the Morrisville Chamber to serve as its economic development office. Services originally focused mainly around responding to requests for information that come through Wake County Economic Development; however, last year, the contract was updated to include proactive economic development marketing and greater support for start up companies. This economic development effort often is the “invisible” activity that is a huge benefit to Morrisville businesses. In addition, the Morrisville Chamber launched the Morrisville Innovation Foundation, which -- by design – is to be community919 Magazine MV
focused. The primary activities of the Foundation are economic development, start-up support, leadership and community development. The Foundation started East Meets West, a festival to celebrate Morrisville’s diversity, in 2013; began a new start-up initiative; and, in 2015, will launch a new Leadership Morrisville initiative.
What is the history of the Morrisville Chamber? The idea to form the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce came from Ernest Lumley, who was mayor at the time. He requested and secured assistance from Mitchell K. Adams. Initially, the
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NUMBER OF MEMBERS:
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PRESIDENT: Carlotta Ungaro KEY PERSONNEL: Nadine Heine (Vice President, Membership)
Jamie Strom (Office Manager)
Allie Solares (Communications) ADDRESS:
260 Town Hall Dr, Ste A
HOURS:
9 am-5 pm, Mon-Fri
PHONE:
919-463-7150
WEBSITE:
www.morrisvillechamber.org
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The Faces of the Chamber In the Morrisville Community
Chamber operated from a spare office at Southport Business Park – but then had various locations, including Christ Church. We moved to our current location at 260 Town Hall Drive, Suite A in January 2003. Among the first to entities to join the new organization who are still members are Duke Energy; J.F. Wilkerson Contracting Co.; Jordan, Price, Wall, Gray, Jones & Carlton; Oldcastle Adams Products Co.; Cary News; PSNC Energy; Southport Business Park; Town of Morrisville; and Tarheel Wood Treating. Today we have 336 members, with membership increasing 3-to-5 percent each of the past four years. Morrisville has always had a strong business presence. Proximity to Research Triangle Park and RDU made our location desirable. At first it was predominantly office and light industrial, but the Outlet Mall brought retail to the area and – in the last few years – a number of shopping centers have increased retail offerings. Now, Park West Village has become a regional shopping center for the area.
Without question, the faces of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce in the community are President Carlotta Ungaro and Vice President of Membership Nadine Heine. At events, activities, meetings, Chamber members see them, talk to them and solicit information and assistance from them. Carlotta Ungaro’s background is in economic development and governmental affairs. Since joining the Chamber staff in May 2011, she has changed the focus of the Chamber’s economic development activities to proactive marketing by launching a new website and partnering with the county and regional economic development agencies in marketing Morrisville. Ungaro also established an ongoing public policy agenda. Chamber successes include executing a successful marketing campaign for the 2012 roads and parks bond referendums and providing significant input into the unified development ordinance development passed in December 2013. The Chamber also actively supported the Town and private sector partnership in its successful bid for a $3 million tourism grant for the Morrisville Competition Center. Under Ungaro, the Morrisville Chamber launched several new programs, including the Developers Council, Consultants on Demand and the Morrisville Innovation Foundation – which focuses on entrepreneurship support, economic and community development. Prior to her Morrisville position, Ungaro worked with the Beaufort, SC, Regional Chamber of Commerce; the Metro Augusta (GA) Chamber of Commerce; PennWell Publishing in Tulsa, OK; Georgia Dept. of Economic Development; and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Ungaro grew up in Ellaville, GA. She graduated from Georgia Southwestern State University, and received her MBA from Georgia State University. She is a Chamber Certified Executive and involved in a wide range of organizations and committees in the Triangle. Locally, she is chair-elect of the Rotary Club of Morrisville, and an active member of the 519 United Methodist Church. Nadine Heine started with the Morrisville Chamber in September 2001. As vice president of membership, she is the Chamber’s most prominent face in the town’s business community. Originally from Mamaroneck, NY, she attended Boston College.
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Morrisville is the best location in the area for a business. CARLOTTA UNGARO, Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
What are a few of the Chamber’s major events each year? Our annual Holiday Reception is coming up on Dec. 4 at The Chefs Academy in Morrisville, which is a great opportunity to network with other members. The Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting is Jan. 30, 2015 at Brier Creek Country Club; and the East Meets West street fair and festival is May 16, 2015 on Town Hall Drive. A complete list of the Chamber’s events is available at www.morrisvillechamber.org.
Carlotta Ungaro Profile AGE: 50 POSITION: President, Morrisville Chamber of Commerce YEARS IN POSITION: 3 RESIDENCE: Cary HOMETOWN: Ellaville, GA FAMILY: Husband, Maurice PETS: Lucy and Fritz (dogs) INTERESTS: Reading, running, cycling, genealogy
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What other events and activities are sponsored by the Chamber?
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Mission Promote business, enhance economic and community development while serving as a champion for improving the overall quality of life in the region.
The Morrisville Chamber offers a variety of meetings and activities, including: • Coffee & Connections, our premiere monthly networking meeting. • Coffee with a Shot of Espresso, a new educational series that follows the Coffee & Connections meetings on occasion. • Knowledgeable Network of Women, our quarterly luncheons focusing on professional development. The Chamber also hosts a variety of events on issues affecting Morrisville. And some of our other signature annual events include the spring and fall golf tournaments, the First Responders luncheon in June, the State of Morrisville in July, and the Holiday Potluck luncheon on the first Friday in December.
2014-2015 Morrisville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors CHAIR: Anthony Blackman, Atlantic Tire & Service CHAIR-ELECT: Vanessa Jenkins, Preston Development TREASURER: Michael Kearns, Jani-King of Raleigh/Durham
Joining the Chamber is not just about getting more customers for your business, but making the local business climate and community a better place. CARLOTTA UNGARO, Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
What advantages does the Chamber offer independent small business owners?
PAST CHAIR:
Jeff Sheehan, Duke Realty
DIRECTORS AT-LARGE:
David Brunner, Casto-Park West Robert Mouro, Merril Lynch
OTHER BOARD MEMBERS:
David Bent, Lenovo Veronica Bent, Fidelity Bank Hill Carrow, Sports & Properties Kimberly Copney, Costco Dan Dzamba, Morrisville Square Dr. Sachin Gupta, Rex Healthcare Mike Little, Poythress Commercial Contractors John McGeary, Capital Bank Scott Reynolds, Duke Energy Steve Smith, Catalent Pharma Solutions Mike Springle, Oracle Roy Watson, Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC
EXOFFICIO MEMBERS:
Martha Wheelock, Town of Morrisville Carlotta Ungaro, Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
The Morrisville Chamber provides connections for small business owners to help grow their businesses. More importantly for investment, they are helping the community be a better place.
What’s the top reason for small businesses to join in the chamber? Our governmental affairs, community and economic development activities are what set us apart from other networking groups. Joining the Chamber is not just about getting more customers for your business, but making the local business climate and community a better place.
Who is eligible to be a member of the Chamber? Any business may join the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce. Visit www.morrisvillechamber.org for complete information, or call us at 919-463-7150. 919 Magazine MV
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Morrisville Innovation Foundation Creates Public-Private Partnership
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce provides connections for small business owners to help grow their businesses.
The Innovation Foundation, established by the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce in early 2013, is intended to create a publicprivate partnership for economic and community development.
CARLOTTA UNGARO, Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
The Foundation’s economic development program creates an effective publicprivate partnership leveraging Town of Morrisville funds for economic development – with contributions from the private sector – to attract high quality jobs and investment to Morrisville. In addition to traditional economic development marketing and retention activities, the Foundation launched a program to attract and support entrepreneurial growth in Morrisville, called StartUp Morrisville. Specific activities include providing educational sessions targeted to entrepreneurs, mentoring and connections to individuals and organizations providing access to capital. To help build the community, the Foundation also produces community events celebrating what makes Morrisville unique – while bringing the community together. Foundation Chair is Creighton Blackwell of Coastal Federal Credit Union. Other board members include Jason Faber, Perimeter Studio and Conference Center (Vice Chair); Joel Graybeal, Triangle Rock Club (Treasurer); Carlotta Ungaro. Morrisville Chamber of Commerce (Secretary); Brian Donnelly, Dillon Commercial Real Estate; Roger McGee, Community Workforce Solutions; Karen Ondrick, Lenovo; and Michael Springle, Oracle
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919 | COMMUNITY KNOW’s Big Event Features Three Female Collegiate Athletic Directors Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s Knowledgeable Network of Women partners with the Triangle Sports Commission to present “From the Bench to the Boardroom: Women in Sports Leadership Luncheon” at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15 at Prestonwood Country Club. Considered the KNOW event of the year, the session is hosted by WRAL Television’s Debra Morgan – and features three female collegiate athletic directors: Debbie Yow of NC State University; Ingrid Wicker-McCree of North Carolina Central University; and Kim Record of University of North Carolina-Greensboro. Admission is $30 for Chamber members, and $40 for nonmembers. On-line reservations at www.morrisvillechanmber.org must be made by Oct. 8; after that date, call 919-463-7150 to check for availability. Sponsors for the event include Rex UNC Health Care, Atlantic Tire & Service, BlueCross BlueShield of NC, Lenovo, Preston Development Company, Cary Citizen, Duke Realty, Triangle Business Journal, and 919 Magazine. For more information, call 919-463-7150 or visit www.morrisvillechamber.org.
Parade of Homes Free, Open to Pubic The 49th Annual Wake County Parade of Homes – presented by the Home Builders Association of Raleigh-Wake County – is Oct. 4-19. The event is free and open to the public from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 4-5, Oct. 1012, and Oct. 17-19. The Parade of Homes showcases more than 200 new homes throughout Wake County by a number of builders, including eight models by Homes by Dickerson (www.homesbydickerson.com). For more information, visit www.hbawake.com.
Debra Morgan, WRAL
Kim Record, UNCG
Ingrid Wicker-McCree, NCCU
Debbie Yow, NCSU
NC Dussehra Festival in Morrisville Oct. 5 Hindu Society of North Carolina, in collaboration with the Hindi Vikas Mandel, presents the NC Dussehra Festival on Sunday, Oct. 5, at 309 Aviation Parkway in Morrisville. Parking opens at 4 p.m., followed by mela and food vendors opening at 4:30 p.m. The Ram Ji Procession and kids photo opportunity is at 5:30 p.m.; the Ramleela performance is at 6 p.m.; and Ravan Dahan at 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Saroj Sharma at 919-460-7830 or Dr. Dhruva Kumar at 919-554-9689.
Sir Walter Chevrolet Celebrates Grand Reopening in October Sir Walter Chevrolet plans a Grand Reopening Event each Saturday in October at its renovated North Raleigh location. In addition to touring the state-of-the-art automotive facility, visitors can enjoy food, prizes and fun at the festivities on Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25. Sir Walter Chevrolet is located at 8501 Glenwood Avenue. For information, visit www.sirwalter.com or call 919-787-3700.
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919 | COMMUNITY Football Playoff Executive Director Kicks Off Triangle Sports Commission Speaker Series Triangle Sports Commission’s new Business of Sports Speaker Series kicks off in a big way this fall with Bill Hancock, Executive Director of the College Football Playoff, discussing the new NCAA Football Division I Playoff. Hancock will be the featured speaker at the luncheon, scheduled for 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel.
Getzelmania 5K Nov. 8 in Morrisville Getzelmania 5K and Fun Run is 9 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, beginning at 1050 B Town Hall Drive in Morrisville. Sponsored by Bridge Community Church for the family of Stephen Getzelmann, who died suddenly of a strep-b infection in 2011, the annual event benefits the Getzelmann Fund, which awards money to widow and orphans, non-profits such as Comfort Zone Camp, and local community needs. Entry fee is $30. For information, visit www.getz5k.com.
Open to the public, tickets are $25 (with tickets discounted to $10 for current undergraduate students). For more information or to reserve a ticket, visit www.trianglesportscommission.com. Sheraton Imperial is located at 4700 Emperor Blvd. in Durham, near I-40 and Page Road.
Park West Village Festival Provides an Early Halloween Park West Village in Morrisville plans it’s Fall Festival at 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30. The event allows local residents to kickoff Halloween a day early by bringing their children in costume to trick-or-treat around the shopping center, participate in sack races, get their faces painted, make crafts, enjoy a snack, and go on a free hayride. For the adults, the event includes live music, food and a pumpkin patch. For more information, visit www.parkwestvillage.net.
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919 | COMMUNITY Green Hope High Voices of Hope Choir to Play Carnegie Hall Green Hope High School’s Voices of Hope is one of a handful of elite choirs to participate in the 2015 Choirs Of America Nationals for Mixed Choirs at Carnegie Hall in New York City. “We carefully select and invite only top choral programs,” said COA’s Artistic Director, Christopher Scott Olin. “These choirs then come together for unprecedented choral music education opportunities and performances.” The event takes place April 23-25. Z. Randall Stroope, the Doug and Nickie Burns Endowed Chair of Choral Music at Oklahoma State University – one of the world’s most respected choral composers and conductors – will be the COA National’s Master Conductor.
New Openings at Parkside Town Commons New business openings continue at Parkside Town Commons at NC Highway 55 and 540/Triangle Expressway adjacent to Morrisville. In addition to the new Field & Stream store (see more information and photos on Page 28), Golf Galaxy celebrated the grand opening of its 35,000 sq. ft. location at the shopping center in September, with special guest 2009 U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover. With PGA professionals on staff, the store also
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Choirs invited to the COA Nationals will participate in adjudicated performances with performance reviews, observational opportunities, full one-hour clinics with renowned clinicians such as Eugene Rogers, Suzi Digby and Jo-Michael Scheibe, school exchanges, vocal master classes and engaging workshops. Directed by Margaret B. Cook, the GHHS Voices of Hope performs at the Cary Choral Classic at Cary High on Nov. 6; the Winter Chorus Concert at GHHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Dec. 11; and the Nativity Celebration in Apex at 5:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Dec. 12.
features a 3,900 sq. ft. driving range surface. Both Field & Stream and Golf Galaxy are part of Phase II at Parkside Town Commons, which also will include a multi-plex movie theater. Charlotte-based Brixx Wood Fired Pizza recently announced plans to open as well. Phase I of the center is anchored by Harris Teeter and Target. For more information, visit www.parksidetowncommons.com.
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919 | COMMUNITY Big Night Ball in Brier Creek Benefits Big Brothers, Big Sisters
Morrisville Ranks Second on List Of Top Small Cities in North Carolina Morrisville ranked 2nd in the Cities Journal list of the “Top 18 Small Cities in North Carolina.” Other 919 small cities on the list included Chapel Hill (3), Apex (5), Garner (7), and Wake Forest (16). Beaufort topped the list.
Rotary Club of Morrisville Selling Holiday Poinsettias Rotary Club of Morrisville’s annual Flowers for the Holidays fundraiser provides colorful, fresh poinsettias for the holidays. All money raised assists local organizations, such as Life Experiences (which works to enable adults with disabilities to work); The Carying Place (which strives to provide homeless families with housing); and The Miracle League (which provides ill or disabled children the opportunity to play baseball). Each 10-inch poinsettia is $18. Last day to order is Nov. 25. For information or to place an order, visit www.morrisville.rotary-clubs.org/, email galeighton@gmail.com, or call 919-656-6059.
Apex Nativity Celebration Dec. 11-13 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosts its annual Nativity Celebration at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Dec. 11-12, and 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Apex Stake Center in Apex. Now in its 11th year, the free event involves hundreds of volunteers coming together to display over 900 Nativity
Jani-King Fall Classic Supports Morrisville Chamber’s Mission Jani-King Fall Golf Classic – a fundraiser for the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce – is Monday, Oct. 20, at Governors Club in Chapel Hill. Registration begins at 8 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Entry fee is $200 per person, which includes golf, box lunch, beverages, contests, prizes and a reception with silent auction. Governors Club, located at 11000 42
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The 4th Annual Big Night Ball to benefit Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Triangle is 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7, at Brier Creek Country Club. The event begins with a cocktail reception, wine tasting and silent auction. The “Around the World in Just One Night”-themed ball includes “Dinner-By-The-Bite” food stations, music, dancing, signature drinks, live auctions and more. Tickets are $150 per person. The mission of Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the Triangle is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Proceeds from the event directly benefit the organization’s “match sponsorships” — and goal for the event is to raise $80,000$100,000 this year. To reserve tickets for the event, visit www.abcrsvp.com/bbbstri/start_rsvp.php. For more information on the event, visit www.bbbstriangle.org or email aking@bbbstri.org. Brier Creek Country Club is located at 9400 Club Hill Drive in North Raleigh.
sets from dozens of countries. Musical groups from North Carolina perform inspiring music each evening, and the event is highlighted by a Handel’s Messiah sing along on Saturday night. Special tours are available. Food donations for Western Wake Crisis Ministry accepted at the door. For more information, visit www.christmasnativity.org/apex. Apex Stake Center is located at 574 Bryan Drive.
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Credit Union, Duke Realty, Park West Village, Peak 10, Poythress Commercial Contractors, Preston Development, Secure Financial Solutions, Truoptions Financial Services and Xpedx. To register or get more information, call 919-463-7155 or email nheine@ morrisvillechamber.org. October | November 2014
919 | COMMUNITY Theatre in the Park’s 40th Anniversary Of ‘A Christmas Carol’ Planned at DPAC Theatre in the Park’s 40th Anniversary production of “A Christmas Carol” is coming in December. Scheduled for 7 p.m. Dec. 10-13 and 2 p.m. on Dec. 13-14 at the Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, the production also will play at 7 p.m. on Dec. 18-20 and 2 p.m. on Dec. 20-21 at the Durham Performing Arts Center. “A Christmas Carol” is based on the classic Charles Dickens novel. Ira David Wood III directs and stars as Ebeneezer Scrooge in this production that has played to Triangle audiences since 1974. The show is a unique, original adaptation, featuring musical comedy, drama, dancing, and heartfelt moments -- and is truly a great seasonal experience for the entire family. “This year, the show is going to be at its finest. We are expecting our largest cast and our largest audience. We will be pulling out all of the stops and adding a few fun surprises for
this year’s performances!” said Chasta Hamilton Calhoun of Stage Door Dance, who is choreographing this year’s event. “This production is timeless, and, for many, it is a cherished holiday, family tradition. No matter what kind of day or week or year you are having, the theatre brings everyone together. This show focuses on what matters most, and you will leave the theater feeling warm, inspired, and jolly towards the season. And, you will have a few laughs, as well!” Tickets range from $30 to $90, and are available for Raleigh performances beginning Oct. 12 at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000. For Durham performances, visit www.dpacnc.com or call 919-680-2787.
$10,000 Raffle Fundraiser Highlights Morrisville Chamber Holiday Reception Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s annual members’ Holiday Reception is 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4 at The Chef’s Academy campus in Morrisville. The event is free, but reservations are required. As part of the event, the Morrisvile Innovation Foundation will have its $10,000 fundraising raffle. In a twist, five tickets will be drawn – with each taking home $2,000 if all agree. Otherwise, the drawing will continue to select a single $10,000 winner. A $100 donation per ticket is required, and the ticket holder (or a designated representative) must be present at the drawing. No more than 300 tickets will be sold. Tickets are available from Chamber representatives or at the Chamber office, 260 Town Hall Drive, Suite A. For more information or to register, visit www.morrisvillechamber.org or call 919-463-7150. The Chef’s Academy is located at 2001 Carrington Mill Blvd.
Helping the Community One Plate at a Time 919 Magazine staff members joined other volunteers recently assisting Shepherd’s Table in downtown Raleigh in serving free meals to an estimated 300 guests for lunch. Open Monday through Friday 11 am to 12 pm, or until everyone is served, Shepherd’s Table is funded solely through private donations – but, according to Tamara Gregory, Executive Director of the Shepherd’s Table Soup Kitchen -only a percentage of the food is donated. She 919 Magazine staff members joined other volunteers at said the kitchen Shepherd’s Table - 919 Magazine Staff Photo makes up for the 919 Magazine MV
shortfalls by purchasing food in bulk, while they also provide all of the utensils and everyday expenses it takes to operate a highvolume kitchen. “It was a great experience for our team and other volunteers to realized how lucky and blessed we are to have what we have,” said 919 Magazine Publisher Suzy Beth Sarver. “This experience opened our eyes about the need to assist others who have no money nor food.” Gregory said the Shepherd’s Table uses about 20 volunteers each day – and with only two fulltime employees, volunteers are what make the kitchen a success. “We couldn’t do it without the wonderful people we have each day who give of themselves and come and help those in need,” Gregory noted. For more information on the Shepherd’s Table Soup Kitchen, visit www.shepherds-table.org or call 919-831-2010.
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919 | COMMUNITY ‘Dancin’ in Denim’ Raises Funds to Help Provide Needed Medical Care, Support NC Lighthouse Foundation presents Dancin’ in Denim from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26, at Montegue Lake -- just 12 miles south of Raleigh, off U.S. Highway 1. A fun, fall barbecue and “toe-tappin” event, it is designed to bring awareness about the NC Lighthouse Foundation and raise funds to assist Wake County residents with medical gaps in care and services. Featuring dancing to music of the 70s, 80s and 90s by the music of Carolina band Crush, the event takes place on the beautiful, private Lake Montegue. Tickets are $100 a pair or $75 for individuals (which includes a barbecue buffet, hand-prepared by Big Mike’s BBQ, and drink ticket for beer or wine).
Cary Diwali (Festival of Lights) Returns Oct. 18
PCHS Presents ‘The Crucible’ This Fall Panther Creek High presents “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller as its fall presentation. Performances are at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 21-22 at the PCHS Auditorium, with tickets available for $5. The play takes place in Salem, MA, during the 17th century witch trials and is based on a true event. Tickets are available during SMARTLunch, at the PCHS Box Office the nights of the event, or online at www.pchsfineartsboosters.org.
Short Takes Logan Hill is the new Green Hope High School softball coach. A former assistant at GHHS, she played three years at Meredith College…Café Anar is now serving Mediterranean and central Asian cuisine at 108-A Factory Shops Road in Morrisville. Open for lunch and dinner, call 919-6783009 or visit www.cafeanar.com…Vince Brown is the new track coach at
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Attire for the benefit event is denim and cowboy boots (or casual country). A 50/50 raffle, silent auction, and shag contest are a part of the festivities. Tickets may be purchased at www.nclighthousefoundation. org or by mailing a check to NC Lighthouse Foundation, 4700 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 110, Raleigh NC 27609. For additional information on the event, contact event coordinator Lisa Roussea at 919-539-9257. Lake Montegue is located at 10301 Penny Road in Raleigh. NC Lighthouse Foundation is a local non-profit organization that supports those in need with chronic health issues, providing funds for medications and office visits, medical supplies, transportation, food and assistance with utility bills.
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, returns to the Triangle on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Koka Booth Amphitheater in Cary. Sponsored by Hum Sub, Cary Diwali is the largest festival of its kind in the southeastern U.S. More than 12,000 attendees are expected this year to view a rich ensemble of classical and folk dances, exotic food, colorful exhibits, handicrafts, and apparel and jewelry from the Indian subcontinent. Admission is free to the event, which is co-sponsored by the Town of Cary. Hum Sub is a non-profit Indian-American cultural organization with the mission of sharing the social and cultural traditions of India with residents of the Research Triangle area. For more information, call 919-371-4470, email contactus@humsub.net, or visit www.humsub.net.
Panther Creek High School. A volunteer coach with the program previously, he is a member of the U.S. Track and Field Coaches National Hall of Fame… Morrisville printing company DocuSource acquired a majority interest in The One to One Group of Sarasota, FL…Professional Builders Supply of Morrisville acquired Benchmark Supply, a specialty window and door supplier located in Charlotte…Full Moon Oyster Bar is opening soon in Park West Village in Morrisville.
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919 | RTP SPOTLIGHT Unique 5K Race Planned Oct. 4 at Research Triangle Park More than 2,500 participants are expected for The Color Run in Research Triangle Park on Saturday, Oct. 4. Also known as the “Happiest 5K on the Planet”, The Color Run is a unique paint race that celebrates healthiness, happiness and individuality. Proceeds from the race will benefit Camp Kesem, which provides support to children affected by a parent’s cancer. The start-line window at 12 Davis Drive is 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Registration is $45 for individual runners, and $40 per person for a team of participants (the Color Run defines a team as four or more people running, laughing, and dancing through the course). The Start/Finish line includes a pre-race party, dancing, warmup stretching and giveaways. The RTP 5K is one of more than 170 similar events in 30 countries worldwide. To learn more about the support for Camp Kesem in North Carolina, visit www.campkesem.org/donate-now. For more information or to register for The Color Run at RTP, visit http://thecolorrun.com/research-triangle-park/.
All Things Open Conference Oct. 23-24
CraZBrain Offering Science Camps in RTP
All Things Open, a conference exploring open source, open tech, and the open web, is Oct. 23-24 at the Raleigh Convention Center. Featuring some of the top technologists and decision makers in the world, the event – which begins at 9 a.m. each day – features 10 tracks and more than 80 speakers, specifically targeting developers, programmers, designers, engineers, scientists, database and system administrators, and decision makers. In addition to the speakers and presentations, the event includes workshops and social networking opportunities. For more information or to register, visit www.allthingsopen.org.
RTP Short Takes Morrisville-based Oxygen Biotherapeutics changed its name to Tenax Therapeutics…Six 919 college students majoring in science, technology, engineering, or math are participating in a year-long paid research program at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences in Research Triangle Park as part of NIEHS Scholars Connect: Brianda Elzey, Nichole Flynn, DeAsia 919 Magazine MV
CraZBrain, a new science and discoverybased track out and summer camp, opened recently at Park Center in Research Triangle Park. CraZBrain aims to engage elementary and middle school kids tracking out throughout the year with camp themes such as “Crazy Contraptions” and “007 Spy” that will continue educational engagement while outside of the classroom. CraZBrain is located at 800 Park Offices Drive #401 in Durham. For information, call 919-270-2899 or visit www.crazbrain.com.
Lewis, Aaron Manning, Carri Murphy, and Nicole Sciortino…Marken, a global clinical supply chain solutions provider, opened a new clinical trials depot in Sao Paulo, Brazil – the eighth of 10 planned facilities around the world…Larry Blue is new Chief Operating Officer at Bell and Howell… Dr. Sharlini Sankaran and Dr. Steve Greenbaum are now members of the North Carolina Center of Innovation for Nanobitechnology Advisory Council. Other council members include: Dr. www.919Magazine.com
Amanda Elam, Dr. Sandra Merkel DeJames, Neal Fowler, Jinan Glasgow, Dr. Ginger Rothrock, and Preston Linn…Amir Tavakkoi, Ph.D., is new Chief Development Officer at Viamet Pharmaceuticals… Fuentek, an intellectual property and technology transfer consulting firm, recently received an Award of Merit from the Society for Technical Communication’s 2014 International Summit Awards…G1 Therapeutics appointed Mark Velleca, MD, Ph.D., as chief executive officer. October | November 2014
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919 | COMMUNITY Carolina Dance Foundation Stages ‘The North Star’ Nov. 15-16 Carolina Dance Foundation stages “The North Star” Nov. 15-16 at the Fletcher Opera Theater in Raleigh. Performances are set for 7 p.m. on Saturday, and 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $12, $17 and $25. An original story written by Dolly Dozier, the project is funded in part by the City of Raleigh based on recommendations by the Raleigh Arts Commission. Carolina Dance Foundation promotes the appreciation and awareness of dance arts in the community, gives public and community outreach performances, and sponsors special events and collaborates with other artists and performing arts groups. For more information, call 919-848-1830 or visit www.carolinadancefoundation.org/events
Modern Woodmen Sponsoring Child/Community Safety Event Modern Woodmen of America sponsors a free Child/Community Safety event at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, in Morrisville. Scheduled at the Wal-Mart at 3560 Davis Drive, the event promotes the positive elements in the community – including law enforcement and fire safety, while providing child seat installation checks, free Child ID Kits, children’s Zumba demonstrations, pool safety and more from several exhibitors. For more information, call 919-219-9312.
‘Disrupt’ Features Speakers on Education Innovation Four speakers from across the globe will share stories about how they work to innovate education at the next Disrupt event at 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9 at Research Triangle Park Headquarters. The “DISRUPT: Global Education Disruption” event – held in partnership with the Eisenhower Fellows – is a regular free event, that also includes “nosh and drink”. Speakers are Rana Dajani of Zarqa, Jordan; Shridhar Venkat, Bangalore, India; Amr AlMandani, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; and Anu Passi-Rauste, Helsinki, Finland. RTP HQ is located at 12 Davis Drive. To register to attend, visit https://disrtupteducation.eventbrite.com.
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Morrisville Town Hall Meeting Oct. 14 at HSNC Cultural Hall
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A Town Hall Meeting is scheduled by the Morrisville Town Council at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at Hindu Society of North Carolina Cultural Hall. Speakers include Research Triangle Park President and CEO Bob Geolas, and Morrisville Chamber of Commerce President Carlotta Ungaro. The event also includes a presentation on current Morrisville transportation projects and an audience question-and-answer period. The session begins with a “meet and greet” opportunity for the public with state, county and local officials, from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., followed by the Council meeting and the questions from the public at 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. HSNC Cultural Hall is located at 309 Aviation Parkway in Morrisville. For more information, visit www.townofmorrisville.org.
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SAS Championship Brings Legendary Golfers to Prestonwood in October The SAS Championship presented by Bloomberg BusinessWeek golf tournament – a part of the PGA Champions Tour – is October 6-12 at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary.
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Credited with contributing $3 million to area charities focused on youth and education, the 54-hole event (which is Oct. 10-12) features many respected and legendary professional golfers over age 50 in the world.
community involvement. As we always strive to support the community, the YMCA of the Triangle is once again our host charity for the event.” Daily $20 tickets provide grounds access for any single day (Friday, Saturday or Sunday). Children age 17 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult. Premium tickets are also available.
“Each year the SAS Championship attracts a number of World Golf Hall of Famers and major champions to the Triangle. Along with bringing legendary For more information or to volunteer to work in a variety of capacities at the tournament, visit golf to the area, the tournament also www.SASChampionship.com or call 919-531-4653. provides a number of great community events and has a strong focus SAS Championship on charity,” said Tournament Director Jeff Kleiber. “We are WHEN: Oct. 10-12 (gates open at 9 am) WHERE: Prestonwood Country Club, Cary excited to have Food Truck Friday, TICKETS: $20 daily (under 17 free with WakeMed Families First Fun ticketed adult) Fest, and the Live Fearless 5K all INFORMATION: www.SASChampionship.com return for another great year of
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Unique Live Fearless 5K is Oct. 11
Live Fearless 5K at the SAS Championship – a unique event along the cart paths of the back nine holes at Prestonwood Country Club – is 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11. Held in conjunction with the SAS Championship, a part of the PGA Champions Tour, the event benefits youth educational organizations – such as the YMCA of the Triangle’s WeBuildPeople Campaign and Y Learning. Online registration is $30 for adults, $20 for youths, or $70 for a family before Oct. 6 in the Competitive 5K ($5 higher afterward); and $25 for adults, $15 for youths, or $55 for families in the 5K Fun Run ($5 higher afterward). Registration includes a T-shirt, post-race food, access to the Kid Zone activities (inflatables, face painting, etc.), and admission to the SAS Championship on race day. Event parking for the 5K race is at Fred G. Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Road in Cary – with shuttle transportation (beginning at 6 a.m.) provided to and from the country club.
24-hour Golf Marathon Benefits Military Family Prestonwood Country Club assistant golf professionals Ryan Roberts and Brian Burgwyn will participate in a 24-hour golf marathon during the SAS Championship to raise money for the Folds of Honor Foundation. “Ryan and Brian’s commitment to the Folds of Honor for the last five years has been astounding,” said Larry Conner, Director of Golf Operations at Prestonwood. “By partnering with this year’s SAS Championship, they continue to discover ways to supersede previous years outreach by rallying together our community for a great cause.” The two plan to tee off at 5 pm on Friday, Oct. 10, using glow-in-the-dark golf balls at night – and continuing on Saturday until the final tournament group finishes. Through scholarships and other assistance, the Folds of Honor Foundation provides healing and hope to military families of fallen and disabled service members. Visit www.FoldsofHonor.org for more information.
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2014 North Carolina State Fair Blends Novelty with Tradition Visitors to the 2014 North Carolina State Fair will find many of their old favorites, mixed in with a variety of new entertainment and exhibits. The Neon Anteaters may sound like an emerging rock ‘n’ roll group, but they are actually one of the fair’s newest roaming acts. These purple and blue creatures are quadruped stilt walkers and they will be doling out “slurpy kisses” at the flower show during their daily strolls. In Kiddieland, Izzie – a face-painting fairy – will move around on Glitter, her bicycle dragon, while stopping to tell stories to fairgoers. Near the rabbit barn, the family-friendly Tumbleweed Crossing Wild West Show featuring special effects, stunt performances and comedy gunfight scenes will perform daily at 12 p.m., 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. – with an additional show at 10 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. And there’s so much more that’s new – plus, all the old favorites:
• Show animals • Live music (both free and ticketed) • Agriculture activities • Carnival rides • And much more! Of course, fairgoers will also find tons of unique items to eat and enjoy throughout the fairgrounds. About a million visitors will take part in this year’s edition of the fair, the 147th in 161 years. Obviously, it’s more than just an annual tradition; it’s an experience, with sights and smells found nowhere else. It’s thrill rides and shows. It’s a celebration of commerce, culture and cuisine. And it’s fireworks every night at 9:45 p.m. Discounted advance tickets are on sale now at www.ncstatefair.org
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919 | COMMUNITY Morrisville Rotary Golf’tober Fest Shootout Challenge Oct. 7 Rotary Club of Morrisville holds its inaugural Golf’tober Fest Shootout Challenge beginning at 4 p.m. (followed by a 6 p.m. shotgun start) on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Knights Play Golf Center located at 2512 Ten-Ten Road in Apex. The event includes several contests, including six hole-in-one contests, with prizes including a St. Thomas, Virgin Islands vacation, a Bahamas Cruise for two, $500 gift certificates to Ruth’s Chris, and a $500 Taylor Made equipment package. Six closest to the pin winners will receive $150 cash. The top 24 players closest to the pins throughout regular play qualify for the shootout contest, which offers a $100,000 grand
prize for the final hole-in-one. Plus, up to four players can “buy in” for $100 each; and two people will be selected from the gallery to join the effort. Fee for a two-person team is $200, with gallery passes to watch the fun available for $50. Both include food and beverages. Food is provided by Barry’s Café, and the onsite beer garden features local microbrews with live music. Space is limited to 36 teams, and all proceeds will go to local charities. Sponsors include Raymond James Financial, Tim O’Connor, and Physician Care Direct. To sign up or get more information, visit www.morrisville. rotary-clubs.org.
Spooktacular Trail Walk Oct. 25 Offers Family-Friendly Event — and a Spookier One
mild scares is open 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., while the Guided Haunted Trail (a spookier event, recommended for adults and children age 10 and older) is 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free. For information, visit www.ci.morrisville.nc.us. Morrisville Community Park is located at 1520 Morrisville Parkway.
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work with our customers for various catering events,” said Prasad, explaining that the restaurant caters events in a wide area of North Carolina and South Carolina and accommodates customer requests to provide the best possible catered food events. Sai Krishna Bhavan also features a 50-person private dining room for private parities and celebrations. Prasad’s extensive background in the food industry and customer management allows him to employ the best practices
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Morrisville’s Winterfest! Parade and Craft Fair on Dec. 6 Follow Tree Lighting Festivities It’s a hometown celebration in Morrisville this holiday season! What better way to kickoff the festivities than lighting the official Christmas tree on Friday, Dec. 5 at Town Hall? Mayor Mark Stohlman and other Town of Morrisville officials will join local residents and gather for the ceremony, which includes free hot chocolate and cookies, music by a local children’s choir – and, of course, the lighting of the tree. The free event is 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 100 Town Hall Drive. But that’s the start: Saturday morning, Dec. 6, Santa arrives for the Winterfest parade – just for the kids in Morrisville. Town of Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources’ annual Winterfest celebration again includes the much-anticipated parade, taking place on Town Hall Drive – beginning at the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce and continuing to Treybrook Drive. In addition to Santa Claus participating, Miss Carolina Beth Stovall also is a special guest in the parade.
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Sponsored by 919 Magazine, events also include a Holiday Craft Fair at Cedar Fork Community Center from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., featuring local arts and crafts for sale, pictures with Santa, and food trucks on site. Parking will be available at Cedar Fork Elementary School, located at 1050 Town Hall Drive, and Cedar Fork District Park, located at 228 Aviation Parkway (a shuttle is planned to transport those parking at Cedar Fork District Park, beginning at 10:15 a.m.). As part of the events, Abbey Fields Loop, Singer Way, Rope Walk Court, and Treybrooke Drive will close (or have limited access) for motorists from 10:45 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information – or to be a craft fair or food vendor – visit www.townofmorrisville.org/parade.
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The WANS Release Edgy Debut LP, Channeling Early 90s Grunge Nashville-based Band Launches New Fall Tour By BUFFY MAC 919 Magazine Writer
Said”, was released, supported by a tour beginning at the Austin City Limits Festival in Texas in October. “He Said, She Said” was recorded live on producer Dave Cobb’s board, equipment used previously on albums by the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin. “The songs come really easy to us…but
Our shows usually have a ‘party’ vibe. We embrace it. SIMON KERR, SINGER/Guitarist, The WANS
it took us a year to record the album,” Kerr said. “I think it was worth the wait though. We’re very excited for everyone to hear this album. It sounds like it’s straight out of 1991. Very grunge sounding.” Kerr describes the band’s music as straight forward rock n’ roll. “Whenever anyone asks me what we sound like, I say we’re similar sounding The WANS at The Pour House in Raleigh this year (left to right): Simon Kerr, Mark Petaccia, Thomas Bragg 919 Magazine Staff Photos
In 2011, Mark Petaccia and Simon Kerr had one of those “Hey, let’s start a band!” moments while moving furniture for their (now former) girlfriends. “We pretty much started talking about how much we loved The Clash and Black Sabbath while moving a massive big screen TV,” said Kerr. “My parents were musicians when I was young and they raised me on a strict diet of Van Morrison and The Kinks, so I was exposed to a lot of fantastic music.” Thus The WANs were born, with Ireland-born Kerr on lead guitar and vocals and Petaccia on drums – joined by Thomas Bragg on bass. This fall, the rock band’s debut LP, “He Said, She 56
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to Nirvana and Black Sabbath. The Beatles and The Kinks are definitely huge influences, as far as the ‘songwriting’ goes,” he explained. “We’re all about having strong songs in this band. Living in Nashville has pushed us all to become strong musicians and songwriters.” Before this fall’s show dates in support of the new album, The WANS had played more than 50 dates in 2014 – most in small venues, such as The Pour House in Raleigh. “Our shows usually have a ‘party’ vibe. The crowd usually ends up having too much to drink and dancing their faces off,” Kerr said. “We embrace it.” For more information on The WANS and to listen to music samples, visit www.thewansmusic.com.
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Beyond the Smile
The Real Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment By ROBERT B. NAY, DMC, PA If a beautiful smile is your goal, you may be considering orthodontic treatment for yourself or a family member. Everyone knows that braces straighten teeth, but not everyone knows why having straight teeth is so important. One word: Malocclusion.
results of orthodontic treatment inspire confidence in both children and adults. Having an “ear-to-ear” grin encourages more smiles and smiling is proven to make you feel better about yourself and positive about life in general.
Malocclusion literally means “bad bite” and, though a beautiful smile may be your main concern, your dentist and orthodontist see things a little differently. Dental care professionals are primarily focused on the health of your teeth and how it affects your overall well-being – not just aesthetics.
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Raleigh Best Place for Business and Careers Raleigh ranks first in Forbes Magazine’s 2014 ranking for the Best Place for Business and Careers – the only East Coast city to make the top 10. In evaluating Raleigh, the publication found that the city’s business costs are 18 percent below the national average,
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in America’s Top Swim Cities
Raleigh
#2
Top Hotbeds of Innovation Ranked by the number of patents granted each year in the U.S. places Raleigh behind only Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA. Other areas topping the rankings included San Diego, Atlanta, San Francisco, San Jose, Austin, Boston and Portland. SOURCE: Patent Crossroads
Raleigh-Durham is the #3 swim city in America, according to a new study commissioned by USA Swimming and Speedo. Ann Arbor, MI, ranked first in the ranking, with San JoseSunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA, second. SOURCE: USA Swimming, Speedo
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