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919 ‹‹ SYLLABUS

Features

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Career, Family, Community

WNCN-TV’s Robby Thomas

Committed to Leesville

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‘The Great Gatsby’

Leesville Road High Presents

Fall Production Performances

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Making a Difference

Firefighters, Pump it Up

Educate Children on Fire Danger

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A Hidden Gem

Sharky’s Place Becoming

Raleigh’s Premier Sports Bar

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Great time, Great Cause

March of Dimes Benefits Babies

At Signature Chefs Auction

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Flavors of the Southwest

The Original Flying Burrito

Offers Fun with Welcoming Flair

On The Cover Shayna Prace, a member of the Leesville Road High School band Photo by Ben BIpes

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Planners 7

Community

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School Events

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Extracurricular Activities

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Community Sports

HOLIDAY EVENTS

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Leesville Pride

Dinkenor Family Proud, Active Members of School, Community

Staying Positive

Leesville 7th Grader Will Not Let Obstacle Keep Her Down

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Departments 6

Publisher’s Notes

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Holiday Events

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High School Winter Sports Previews

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Food Break

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Advertisers Index

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Bulletin Board

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919 ›› NOTES Publisher

A Joyous Season in the 919

Suzy Beth Sarver

IT Operations

Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my grandparents and each year at Christmas was even more special.

Keith Bullington

Art Director

The family would travel north to Higgins Lake, a small sleepy town in northern Michigan with one of the most pristine freshwater lakes in the U.S., maybe the world. As you would pass through the forest and near the bend to Grandpa and Grandma’s lakefront home, the snow would literally glisten across the vast lawn. The house was a bright robin’s egg blue and would be covered in twinkling lights and a sense of magic filled the air. The Christmas tree was always overflowing with presents and my Grandma’s cheese ball would be on the table and ready for us to dig in. The fireplace crackled all night while we listened to holiday songs from The Time Life Treasury Collection. Home for the holidays was everything to me, and these warm and loving memories will last a lifetime.

Music is a big part of Christmas, and in this holiday issue of 919 Magazine we introduce you to the sights and sounds of the Leesville Road High School band and music program. It consists of 161 talented young people who are making their own memories with music that will last a lifetime. The program was established in 1993 and is still keeping the beat for the Pride. Readers can learn more about opportunities to support the music program with the fruit and flowers fundraiser this November, CD purchases – and other donation opportunities.

Also in this edition: • Be sure to catch our profile of the Dinkenor Family, including two long-time teachers at LRHS and parents with true pride. Their story begins on Page 14.

• We feature Robby Thomas of WNCN-TV, a Leesville resident committed to his career, his family (which includes a “fuzzy child”) and his community. Look for it on Page 12 • Plus, 919 Magazine catches up with Angelica Rock – a 7th Grader at The Franciscan School – with her eye on the Olympics. Our profile begins on Page 16.

And since it’s “tis’ the season” for spreading holiday cheer- be sure to check our comprehensive list of Holiday events for Leesville, North Raleigh and the Brier Creek area. We have all the details for you on Page 19.

Scott and I, and the entire 919 Magazine staff wish you a joyous holiday season filled with love and laughter; and remember… every time a bell rings, an angel gets her wings.

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919 ‹‹ PLANNER

COMMUNITY EVENTS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Holiday Cookies and Milk with Santa

NOVEMBER

Age 2-8; $8 fee 1:30-2:30 pm Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

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Playgroup Tot Time 9:30-11:30 am; Wed Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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Fall Colors Nature Walk 10-11 am; $2 fee Pre-registration required Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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Veterans Day

11/15

Holiday Tree Lighting 5:30-8:30 pm Brier Creek Commons 8161 Brier Creek Pkwy www.shopbriercreekcommons.com

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Christmas Day

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SCHOOL EVENTS

DECEMBER

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Thanksgiving Day

12/9

Card Making for Teens and Adults Age 12-up; $5 fee Teens 5-6:30 pm Adults 6:30- 8 pm Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

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NOVEMBER

Fall Festival and Silent Auction 5-8 pm Jeffreys Grove Elementary 6119 Creedmoor Rd 919-881-4910 www.jeffreysgrovees.net

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The Great Gatsby (Play) 7 pm; tickets $10 Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

Holiday Carriage Rides Fri, Sat, 5:30-8:30 pm Sun, 2-5 pm Brier Creek Commons 8161 Brier Creek Pkwy www.shopbriercreekcommons.com

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Beautification Day 9 am-2 pm Leesville Elementary 8402 Pride Way 919-870-4200 www.les.wcpss.net

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Fall Open House

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Spelling Bee 8:35 am Sycamore Creek Elementary 10921 Leesville Rd 919-841-4333 www.sycamorecreekes.net

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Leesville Middle Orchestra Concert 7 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

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Orchestra Concert

7-9:30 pm Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 www.trinityacademy.com

7 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

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9:30 am-1 pm Leesville Elementary 8402 Pride Way 919-870-4200 www.les.wcpss.net

4:30 pm, 7:30 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

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Fun Run for Literacy

Fall Theatre Performance Fri, 7 pm; Sat, 6 pm Trinity Academy 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 www.trinityacademy.com

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WCPSS School Holiday Veterans Day

Chorus Concert

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Band Concert

WCPPS School Holiday Christmas

7:30 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

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Symphonic Band Concert 7:30 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

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Dance Concert

11/20-22

Leesville Middle Dance Concert 7 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

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WCPPS School Holiday Thanksgiving

7 pm Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way 919 870-4250 www.leesville.org

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS 11/2

American Diabetes Association 10th Anniversary Gala 6:30-11 pm Sheraton Raleigh Hotel 421 South Salisbury St 743-5400 ext. 3207 www.adagala.org

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6 pm Glenwood South Downtown Raleigh 919-293-0105 www.trissc.com/bbc.htm

11:30 am-1:30 pm North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Road 919-772-9595 www.triangleladiespowerlunch.org

Boogeyman Bar Crawl

Triangle Ladies Power Lunch

11/23

2013 WRAL Christmas Parade 9:40 am-12 pm Downtown Raleigh Begins Hillsborough St at St. Mary’s St 919-755-9235 www.grma.org/christmas-parade

NIGHTLIFE Nov/Dec

Flying Burrito Sun: All day brunch; $5, Bloody Marys, mimosas, sangrias; Mon: $2 craft pints, burger specials; Tue: $2 select tacos; $2 Tecate, Tecate Light Wed, 7:30: Cornhole Tournament, ($100 first place prize) 4800 Grove Barton Rd #106 919-785-2734 www.originalflyingburrito.com

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Raleigh Professional Fire Fighters Association Musical Concert

11/8

Big Night Ball Big Brothers, Big Sisters benefit 7:30-11 pm Brier Creek Country Club 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh 919-206-4600 www.abcrsvp.com/bbbstri/index.php

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Raleigh Firefighters Foundation Benefit 6:30 pm; tickets, $26 Dorton Arena 1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh 919-714-7944 www.rpffa.com

12/14

Gingerbread Holiday party 11 am-1 pm; $25 fee Kidz Celebrate 6801 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-645-9799 www.kidzcelebrate.com

Capital Area Career Expo 10 am-2 pm McKimmon Center 1101 Gorman St 919-856-6462 www.capitalareawdb.com/careerexpo

Pool, darts and more 5800 Duraleigh Rd 919-783-5448 www.sharkysnc.com

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Carolina Ale House Live trivia, Tue 7981 Skyland Ridge Pkwy 919- 957-4200 www.carolinaalehouse.com

Table Tennis Open Play

6-10 pm Kidz Celebrate 6801 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-645-9799 www.kidzcelebrate.com

March of Dimes Benefit 6-9 pm Washington Duke Inn 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham 919-424-2169 www.marchofdimes.com/ trianglesignaturechefs

Sharky’s Place

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Kidz Night Out

Signature Chefs Auction

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES

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11/17

Nov/Dec

6:30 pm, Tue; 9-11 am, Sat All ages Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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11/16

6-10 pm Kidz Celebrate 6801 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-645-9799 www.kidzcelebrate.com

12-up; 12-2 pm Falls Lake Shinleaf Recreation Area 13304 Creedmoor Rd 919-676-1027 www.ncparks.gov

Kidz Night Out

G.O Hike

919 ›› PLANNER WALKS, RACES, RIDES, GOLF 11/2

Getzelmania 5K and Fun Run

REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS 11/6-12/18

The Bridge Community Church Benefitting Comfort Zone Camp 9 am 5K 10:15 am Fun Run Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org

Karate Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Age 7-up; $44 fee; 6-7 pm Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

Hockey-Little Goalies Age 3-5; $36 fee 10:30-11:15 am, Mondays Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

Salamanders Where Art Thou?

3:30 pm William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 www.dpr.ncparks.gov

11/16

Backyard Birds 10 am William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 www.dpr.ncparks.gov

Animals of Umstead 3 pm William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 www.dpr.ncparks.gov

Basketball-Little Shooters

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Age 3-5; $36 fee 9:30-10:15 am Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

OTHER

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Coyotes

11/9

Inaugural WFAR 5K Classic Benefitting local high school students scholarship fund 9 am 218 S. White St, Wake Forest 919-376-9441 www.fsseries.com

3:30 pm William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 www.dpr.ncparks.gov

11/16

Raleigh Run For Their Lives Race Benefitting Freedom 4/24 8:30 am Six Forks Cinema 9500 Forum Dr www.freedom424.org

November

11/11

Raleigh Police Memorial Foundation Veteran’s Day Golf Tournament

Winter Soccer League Registration Age 3-8; $135 fee i9 Sports 12804 Norwood Rd 919-946-6630 www.i9sports.com

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Above, The Angus Barn’s Steve Thanhauser and Van Eure with Mariel Hemmingway, guest speaker at the recent Evening of Hope fundraiser.

Below, Beth Parsons and David Crabtree at the benefit to fund mental illness research.

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919 ›› PERSONALITY PROFILE Photo by Ame Deaton

Career, Family, and Community Fulfill Leesville’s Robby Thomas

By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Photo by A Photographic Memory by Steffanie

Robby Thomas Profile AGE: 31 RESIDENCE: Kingsland Ridge (Leesville) PROFESSION: Director of Marketing, WNCN Television FAMILY: Wife, Whitney PETS: MacGruber (miniature schnauzer) INTERESTS: Georgia football, guitar, golf

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Dedicated to his career, his community, and his family, Leesville’s Robby Thomas admittedly is driven.

“I was fortunate to grow up in rural southeast Georgia surrounded by a great family,” said Thomas, WNCN Television’s Director of Marketing. “I learned work ethic helping out my grandparents on their farm, and my parents gave me a great foundation and pushed me to succeed.”

In his role at WNCN-TV, Raleigh’s NBC affiliate, Thomas led the recent effort to rebrand the station from NBC-17 to WNCN. He also is on the point for the broadcast station’s community outreach efforts. “We are community champions who empower smarter thinking,” he said. “I am responsible for ensuring that we are making promises we can keep.”

Thomas, a University of Georgia graduate, does a bit of everything in his job – from shooting video, editing and writing to such management responsibilities as budgeting and planning. “But my most important role is helping the members of my team succeed,” he explained. “I love the opportunity to create something of value.”

When not working, Thomas resides in Kingsland Ridge with wife Whitney, a nurse who now is continuing her education – and MacGruber, a miniature schnauzer (who he calls their “furry child”). “I put in a lot of hours at work, but I’m fulfilled because I come home each day to a wife who gives me a genuine, caring hug and asks about my day – while a little nub-wagging puppy

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is jumping around my feet,” he said. “My motivation centers around being there for them whenever they need me.”

Thomas golfs when he can, follows Georgia football closely, and enjoys playing the guitar and bluegrass music. He and Whitney also volunteer for the Pancreatic Cancer Network Raleigh-Durham affiliate, prompted after losing a family member to the disease.

But his work in television truly stirs his passion.

“Journalism is still a cornerstone of a democratic society, and it’s our responsibility to keep it relevant for everyone,” he said. “I enjoy sharing the work we do here at WNCN.”

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919 ›› FAMILY PROFILE

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Dinkenor Family Proud, Active Members of Leesville Community

Paul and Heather Dinkenor of Barton’s Creek Bluffs are proud and active members of the Pride Community and are well-loved teachers at Leesville Road High School.

Long time teachers and alumni themselves, much of their lives revolve around their school, their students, and the supportive surrounding community. “We are totally loyal to our school and community,” said Paul. “We enjoy seeing our students and players at our local stores, movie theaters, restaurants, and sports fields.”

Paul, originally from Manchester, England, attended Cambridge University, teaches AP European history, world history, and religion/Bible at LRHS; and, with soccer in his blood, is varsity head coach for the men’s and women’s LRHS soccer teams. Paul started the Photos by A Photographic Memory by Steffanie LRHS soccer coaching program in 1993 when the school first opened – but teaches AP, Honors, and Academic at Leesville Elementary, who loves retired from coaching in 2004 to focus Senior English, oversees the production playing all kinds of sports (when not on family and teaching, for which he of the nationally recognized LRHS slaying dragons in the neighborhood.) received Teacher of the Year honors. yearbook, and is now in charge of Both are avid soccer players playing Then in 2007, with Heather’s blessing, graduation. “My wife is probably one for CASL and also play piano.

Paul returned to coach the women’s of the finest and most popular teachers I team for many successful seasons “Our children are the joys of have ever had the pleasure to work with,” our lives,” said Paul. “Watching since. Fortuitously, when the LRHS said Paul. “She deeply cares for her men’s soccer head coaching position them develop is simply amazing.” students, puts her soul into her lessons, opened up in 2010, it made perfect and is a huge advocate for her profession.” sense for Paul to assume that position It’s no surprise that she is also a past as well. “I was coached by some pretty Teacher of the Year award recipient. famous names in college and learned different things from each of them The Dinkenors are proud parents to which I bring to my teams,” said Paul.

11 year old Chelsea, an animal loving Heather, who grew up in Greensboro 6th Grader at Leesville Middle School and 8-year-old Camden, a 3rd Grader and attended UNC – Chapel Hill,

Dinkenor Family Profile PARENTS: RESIDENCE: CHILDREN: PET: INTERESTS:

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Paul and Heather Dinkenor Barton’s Creek Bluffs Chelsea, 11 (6th Grader, LRMS); Camden, 8 (3rd Grader, LRES) Lizzie (dog) All sports, children, piano, beach time, travel, LRHS activities

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We are totally loyal to our school and community.

PAUL DINKENOR Leesville Resident

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919 ›› STUDENT PROFILE

Positive Attitude, Hard Work 7th Grader Won’t Let Obstacle Bring Her Down

By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Angelica Rock is only 12 years old, but she already excels as an athlete.

“She has a competitive spirit,” said her mother, Mary Beth. “She has gymnastics five days a week, and she loves it. Between cross country practice and meets, that’s four days a week.”

The Barton’s Creek Bluff resident is a 7th Grader at The Franciscan School, and has won several medals in gymnastics. She won an award for “Most Improved Runner” on her cross country running team last year, and this year received the Presidential Fitness Award.

She also has cystic fibrosis.

“I seem the same as everyone else, except that I have a lot of therapies I have to do each day,” Angelica said of the genetic disease, which primarily affects the lungs. “Sometimes it’s hard to run and I breathe heavily, but I pull through it.”

Indeed she does. In fact, she recently started taking surfing lessons – noting that the salt water helps her lungs.

A “straight A” student who enjoys traveling and learning about the world (social studies is her favorite subject in school), Angelica is involved with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and formed the “Angelica’s Angels” team

She has a competitive spirit.

MARY BETH ROCK Angelica’s mother

Angelica Rock Profile AGE: 12 SCHOOL: The Franciscan School (7th Grade) PARENTS: Mike and Mary Beth Rock RESIDENCE: Barton’s Creek Bluffs PET: Cocoa (dog) INTERESTS: Cross country, gymnastics, surfing

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to raise money and participate in the annual Great Strides walk every May. “Our team is one of the largest in the walk, and I love having all my friends and teachers walking with me,” she said. “Our mission is to find a cure for CF. My team usually is one of the largest fundraising teams.”

When asked how she stays positive and competitive in sports, Angelica gives credit to her mother, an office manager at a medical device company in Research Triangle Park, and her father, Mike, a personal trainer. “My parents inspire me because they encourage me to do my best,” she said.

As for the future, Angelica has no hesitation about her goals. “I would like to be in the Olympics for gymnastics or running,” she said, adding her advice to others facing a challenge. “Never give up. Don’t let CF bring you down.”

Such a positive attitude obviously makes her mother proud. “Angelica is a true angel,” she said.

To join “Angelica’s Angels” team and participate in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Great Strides walk — or to make a donation — contact the CFF’s Deanna Wilson at 919-845-2155 or Carolinas@cff.org. www.919Magazine.com

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Leesville Road High Presents The Great Gatsby Leesville Road High School Theatre Department presents The Great Gatsby at 7 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1-2 at the campus auditorium.

An adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel by Simon Levy, the performances feature a cast of 24 LRHS students.

Additional students are involved as backstage crew members.

“The Great Gatsby has created a lot of excitement with the student body,” said Lou Catania, the productions’ director and co-technical director. “There is a sense of glamour and drama in this story that transcends generations. Our production will have a very different concept than the recent movie adaptation. Our major focus is the plot and character development.”

Tickets are $8, available at the door before each performance (but could sell out). Tickets can be ordered at

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www.prideproductions.info/lrhs from 12 p.m. Oct. 27 through 9 p.m. Oct. 28.

In addition, tickets are available for purchase 10:45 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Oct. 28 to Oct. 30 in the school lobby during the LRHS lunch periods.

Audience members wearing Gatsbyera costumes to the Oct. 31 opening night event will receive vouchers for free items at the concession stand and will be eligible for costumes prizes. In addition to the three regular performances, a special “pre-show” performance is scheduled for 4 p.m., Oct. 28, in the school auditorium, with special price $5 tickets.

Jake Banasiewicz plays Jay Gatsby, and Tatianna Shumoski has the part of Daisy Buchanan. Other cast members include Ian Klug, Ryan Gallagher, Madeline Graebe, Lizzy Gifford, Nathan Bossing, Christopher

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Alberto, Ford Nelson, Noah Czajkowski, Ronnie Kariuki, Hannah Campo, Shelby Reilly, Hunter Gadwill, Chris Jeffreys, Jay Weathington, Marques Wilson, Mary Kate Bowers, Christina Brewer, Jenny McArnarney, Elizabeth Moore, Marley Pforr, Kortney Williams, and Marques Wilson.

For more information, visit www.prideproductions.info/lrhs.

LRHS is located at 8410 Pride Way, just off Leesville Road.

Cast members practice dance sequences for an upcoming LRHS performance.

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Holiday Events

Brier Creek, Leesville, Northwest Raleigh Area

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Other Areas

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2013 WRAL Christmas Parade

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Living Christmas Tree

5:30-8:30 pm Brier Creek Commons 8161 Brier Creek Pkwy www.shopbriercreekcommons.com

Thu 7 pm; Fri 5 pm, 7 pm; Sat 5 pm, 7pm; Sun 5 pm Grey Stone Church 2601 Hillsborough Rd, Durham 919-286-2281 www.gsdurham.com

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Tree Lighting

Holiday Carriage Rides Fri, Sat: 5:30-8:30 pm Sun: 2-5 pm Brier Creek Commons 8161 Brier Creek Pkwy www.shopbriercreekcommons.com

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Tea with Santa $40 fee Saturday and Sundays The Umstead Hotel and Spa 100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary 919-447-4000 www.theumstead.com

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Annual Winterfest Parade and Holiday Craft Show Craft Show, 12-3 pm Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-7100 www.townofmorrisville.org

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Morrisville Winterfest and

Holiday Cookies and Milk with Santa Age 2-8; $8 fee 1:30-2:30 pm Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleighnc.gov

12/24

All Saints UMC Christmas Eve Worship in the Barn 3:30-8:30 pm Page Family Farm 6100 Mount Herman Rd 919-321-2648 www.allsaintsumc.org

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 6 pm Covenant Church International 12621 Strickland Rd 919-846-8742 www.ccifamily.org

12/24

Holiday Craft Celebration

Christmas Eve Service

Parade 11 am Morrisville Town Hall 100 Town Hall Dr, Morrisville 919-463-6200 www.ci.morrisville.nc.us

7 pm Leesville Baptist Church 13305 Leesville Church Rd 919-848-8999 www.leesvillebaptist.com

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Durham Holiday Fun Fest

Christmas Eve Service

1-5 pm Durham Central Park 501 Foster St, Durham 919-560-4355

5:30 pm Tabernacle Baptist Church 8304 Leesville Rd 919-781-4600 www.tabernacle-raleigh.org

9:40 am-12 pm Downtown Raleigh Begins Hillsborough St at St. Mary’s St 919-755-9235 www.grma.org/christmas-parade

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Holiday Pops Fri 7:30 pm; Sat, 3 pm North Carolina Symphony Meymandi Concert Hall 2 E South St; 919-733-2750 www.ncsymphony.com

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Miracle on 34th Street Tickets $5, $12, $15 North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre 7713-51 Lead Mine Rd 919-866-0228 www.nract.org

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A Colonial Christmas Open to public; donations requested 11 am-4 pm The Joel Lane Museum House 728 W. Hargett St 919-833-3431 www.joellane.org

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42nd Historic Oakwood CandlelightTour 1-7 pm Tickets; $20 advance, $30 Day of show The Tucker House 418 N. Person St, Raleigh 919-832-9712 www.historicoakwood.org

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Christmas Tree Sales

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Participants in the 25th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope swarmed Umstead State Park in October, raising funds to support research to find a cure for mental illness. The walk started at ended at The Angus Barn, where all involved listened to live music and enjoyed other festivities.

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Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation Benefit A big crowd recently celebrated at the fifth anniversary of the Pay it Forward Fertility Foundation’s annual fundraiser, organized by Brier Creek resident Lori Moscato. This year’s theme was “Denim and Diamonds” and featured a sit-down dinner and both live and silent auctions.

919 Magazine was a proud sponsor for the event and Scott McElhaney, President and CEO of DreamLake Media along with 919 Magazine Publisher SB Sarver hosted a special group of VIP attendees at the event, which was held at the Pavilions at The Angus Barn.

Pictured above, left to right: Dr. and Mrs. George Dukes of Brier Creek; Ben Thompson DDS and Susan Thompson DDS of Thompson & Thompson DDS, PA; McElhaney; Sarver; Marina Lee and Maury Cole of Gigis Cupcakes in Brier Creek; Dr. Gina Lee of Brier Creek Orthodontics and her husband, Dr. Chrarles Kim of Duke Hospital.

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Leesville Road High kicked off the new school year with its Pride Launch, welcoming incoming freshmen

Local residents — both young and old — turned out Saturday in BJ’s parking lot in Brier Creek for Cranks for Cancer, a Multiple Myeloma Fundraiser and Benefit honoring Alex Jankowsky, featuring live music, BMX stunt shows, and more. Hosted by Generations Salon and Day Spa, all proceeds were planned for the Duke Myeloma Program to fund research efforts at Duke Hospital. Jankowsky, who owns Generations, suffers from Multiple Myeloma.

Local resident Allison Breher submitted this photo of the late summer sun setting over the Springdale Area Recreation Club pool on Leesville Road. Share your favorite sunset, event and family photos with 919 Magazine readers at info@919Magazine.com.

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Leesville Community Safety Task Force’s School Safety Day earlier this year included a bike rodeo, safety talks, food trucks, games and more.

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Leesville Road High School band members entertain the crowd at the recent Crown Trophy and Awards grand opening event where owner, Bob Falkenbach, handed out hot dogs and refreshments.

Optimist Park off Millbrook benefitted from the hard work of the Leesville Road Middle School Ambassadors recently, spreading mulch throughout the North Raleigh recreation area.

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The Organic Bedroom Provides Healthy, Chemical-Free Mattresses and Accessories Owners, Joey and Vicki Ashley, believe The Organic Bedroom customers deserve nothing but the best when it comes to luxury natural, organic mattresses and bedroom accessories.

“Our mission is to provide the best most luxurious brands available, which we believe need to be healthy and chemical free,” said Vicki.

We found a way to eliminate chemicals in the one place where you spend at least a third of your life.

JOEY ASHLEY The Organic Bedroom The Ashleys, who both left corporate jobs in sales and finance, opened The Organic Bedroom last year in response to the need they saw for a healthy alternative to cheaply made, petro and toxic chemical-laden (formaldehyde, boric acid, and PBDEs) mattresses widely available in the marketplace. “With more children being diagnosed with autism, ADD, ADHD, as well as an increase in cancer diagnoses, there is a clear connection between the chemicals in our environment and disease,” said Joey. “We found a way to eliminate chemicals in the one place where you spend at least a third of your life.”

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After thorough research, the Ashleys discovered that some employees at mattress retailers in the Triangle area often have little product knowledge. “In fact,” said Ashley, “many employees of mattress retailers can’t tell you what types of chemicals are used as the flame retardants in the mattresses.”

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Leesville Road High’s Bands Program About More than Just Learning to Play Since 1993, the Leesville Road High School Bands Program has filled the halls and athletic fields with music, traveled extensively, and secured many awards and much recognition. David Albert began the program, whose musicians performed at the prestigious North Carolina Music Educator’s conference in 1997 and 2003; participated in the world’s foremost band clinic, the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago; received numerous Superior Ratings and First Place awards in a variety of marching contests; and traveled to such locations as Disney World, New York City, San Francisco, Atlanta, Miami, Williamsburg, Toronto, Nassau (Bahamas), Chicago, and Dallas. Throughout the years, the band also was involved in the community by attending such events as the Raleigh Christmas Parade.

Earlier this year, Alyssa Montgomery – a former Leesville band student of Dave Albert’s – took over the program as LRHS Conductor of Bands, pledging to continue a teaching philosophy similar to that of her mentor. “It is not just about learning to make music,” Montgomery said about her approach with students. “It is about growing up and learning life lessons that you will carry the rest of your life.” She offers more insights and information on the school’s music program for 919 Magazine readers: 26

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A Conversation with Alyssa Montgomery, Conductor of Bands at Leesville Road High School: What is the philosophy and history of the Leesville Road High Bands Program?

Mission of the Bands Program is dedicated to educate each student through the unique aesthetic qualities found in the study and performance of music. Further, the program gives the student the opportunity to learn and experience the high qualities of character and leadership school instrumental music strives to impart.

Leesville Road High School Band began with the opening of the school in 1993. David Albert came from Elizabeth City, NC, to start the band program, bringing with him the traditions of his high school band experience under the direction of Scott Callaway. Those traditions, which date back to the 1950s, are still in use today and truly make the Leesville Band unique.

One of the main traditions that has defined the Leesville band is its emphasis on student leadership. Students do not only have

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positions and offices, but they are actively involved in day-today leadership of the band. Every senior’s office and position is incredibly crucial to how the Leesville Band is run. Students lead in every venue and aspect. The drum major leads rehearsals during marching season – not just conducting, but actually identifying problems with the music and marching and then explaining and teaching solutions. The uniform managers are in charge of everything with the uniform – from sizing and fitting students, to making any adjustments needed throughout the season. During travel, the equipment crew manager – a student officer – leads the equipment crew in organizing and managing all instruments, technology, and equipment that is traveling with us. These are just a few of the many positions that all of the seniors in the band are responsible for.

What is the size of the program?

We have three ensembles at Leesville, with a total of 161 people in bands. The Symphonic Band is our top ensemble here at Leesville. This group is also the Marching Band. There are 87 students in this ensemble. We also have a Concert Band (44 members) and a 9th Grade Band (30 members). Four of the members of the program play in a second band on a secondary instrument. In addition to these main ensembles, students are involved in the Pep Band, Jazz Band, Percussion Ensembles, Brass Ensembles, Woodwind Ensembles, and many other smaller ensembles.

When did you become involved in the LRHS music program?

I became involved with the Leesville Band way back when I was in 6th Grade as an oboe player. Ever since then the Leesville community has truly been a family that I never really left. When the position came open to follow in my mentor Dave Albert’s footsteps, there was no doubt in my mind. It had always been my dream to follow Mr. Albert in continuing at the school that I loved being a part of myself.

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In your first year, what are your priorities for the program?

My short-term priorities are for the band to continue to grow and improve in every rehearsal. It is our goal to be better than we were the day before, taking rehearsals one day at a time. In the long-term, my goal is to continue in building the best learning environment for my students that they might be able to grow and go above and beyond. To perform again for the North Carolina Music Educators Convention and the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic would also be a welcomed accomplishment.

What is the most difficult part about being a high school band director?

The most challenging part about being a high school band director is not having enough time in the day. There are so many exciting rehearsals, events, opportunities, teaching moments and musical embellishments that it is hard to do everything I would like to do in the hours we have.

What is the most rewarding part of the position?

It is difficult to choose a most rewarding part about being a band director. For me, I believe it is getting the opportunity to see kids succeed and grow to love music in a way that cannot be described through words. It is so rewarding being able to be a part of the development of the next generation and help them grow into the young adults.

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Music teaches so many life skills that we carry with us for the rest of our lives.

ALYSSA MONTGOMERY LRHS Bands Program

What is your educational and professional background?

The Leesville Band Program was a major part of my educational background. Playing under the direction of Dave Albert on oboe, English horn, and piano in the Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, Pit Orchestra and chamber ensembles – in addition to serving as the Drum Major (conductor for the marching aspect of the Symphonic Band) and volunteering during the summer as a rehearsal assistant with Mr. Albert – inspired me to become a music educator.

When I went to Appalachian State, I dived into as many musical opportunities as possible. I even played piano in a clinic under the direction of Lt. Col. Lowell Graham, Commander and Conductor of the United States Air Force Band. Throughout my four years at ASU, I was a member of the Appalachian State University Marching Mountaineers and served as their Drum Major for two years. I played in the ASU Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Marching Band, and Symphony Orchestra on oboe, English horn, French horn, mallets, mellophone, and piano. I also founded, coordinated, and conducted the ASU Chamber Winds – a group that toured to area schools to promote chamber 28

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music. When I wasn’t practicing or performing with one of these other ensembles, I enjoyed singing with the premier female a cappella group at Appalachian called “Ear Candy” all four years of college. I also served as Ear Candy’s music director.

After student teaching at Durham School of the Arts, I served as Director of Bands at Wendell Middle School. In the spring, we earned a Superior Rating (highest score) at the North Carolina Music Educators Association – Music Performance Adjudication.

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Leesville Road High School Band Program

YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1993

Why is music education important in public schools?

Music education is imperatively important in public schools.

Research has shown proven correlation between students involved in music with high test scores and graduation rates. Music teaches so many life skills that we carry with us for the rest of our lives. These might include learning to solve problems independently and within a group, learning to work within timelines to complete projects, learning to cope with stress, learning how to get back on the horse after we fall off, learning how to practice, learning how to take pride in an accomplishment, learning how to respond to failure, learning how to work as a member of a team, learning when to be a leader and when to be a follower, and so many more life skills. Music teachers act as a guide to the process of self-discovery through music.

If you could add one thing to the LRHS band program, what would it be?

I have to say that this is a hard question. Thanks to the Leesville Bands Club, the Leesville faculty, staff and administration, and the greater Leesville community, we have truly been blessed with support. If I could add one thing today, it would be a set of military style overcoats for our uniforms to protect them from adverse weather.

Hopefully we might be able to add these in the future!

How can students, parents, and supporters’ best assist the program?

One way to support the band is by joining us for any and all of our performances. Without you there, it would just be another rehearsal! Please feel free to also send us letters or emails; we love hearing from the Leesville community. If you would like to support our band financially, feel free to purchase fruit and flowers this November, purchase one of our three CD recordings at one of our concerts, or feel free to become a member of the Leesville Road High School Bands Club Capital Donations by visiting our website www.leesvilleband.org and clicking on “Donate.”

Anything else 919 Magazine readers may want to know about the program?

The program’s seniors (the officers of the band) have chosen to attend the prestigious Heritage Music Festival in San Francisco, CA, for our spring trip in 2014. We are very excited to attend this festival the last week of March to compete with bands across the nation!

COMPONENTS: Symphonic Band (also the Marching Band);

Concert Band; 9th Grade Band SIZE: 161 Participants (all three groups) AWARDS & HONORS: Many Superior and 1st Place ratings at festivals

throughout North Carolina, the U.S.,

the Caribbean, and Canada.

DIRECTOR: Alyssa Montgomery KEY PERSONNEL: Laura Lisowe, Captain-Symphonic Band;

Mercedes Gutierrez, Captain-Concert Band;

Lauren McNamara-Clement,

Captain-9th Grade Band DRUM MAJOR: Nicola McIrvine, Drum Major BAND OFFICERS: Every senior is an officer, holding a position of

responsibility. Chain of command begins with

the Captain of the Band, Laura Lisowe.

Personnel Officers include:

Carson Saffold – Business Manager;

Nicola McIrvine – Drum Major;

Ashley Grey – Student Director & Librarian;

Lauren Elderkin, Morgan Barnes –

Color Guard Co-Captains;

Austin Haga – Drum Line Captain;

Danielle Benson – Publicity Manager;

Peter Marino, Matthew Jenkins, Stephen Bryant,

and Tommy Perkins – Bus Captains;

Jackson Overturf – Equipment Crew Manager;

Amanda Johnson – Chief Clerk MAJOR FUNDRAISERS: Fruit and Flower Fundraiser (Oct 17-Nov 7)

Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser (Feb 8) MAJOR EVENTS: Cary Band Day Competition – Nov 2

Raleigh Christmas Parade – Nov 23

9th and Concert Band Winter Concert – Dec 5

Symphonic Band Winter Concert – Dec 6

Pre Contest Concert (all bands) – Mar 14

San Francisco Symphonic Festival – Mar 27-31

LRHS Musical (live pit orchestra) – Apr 10-13

9th and Concert Band Spring Concert – May 8

Symphonic Band Spring Concert – May 9 BAND WEBSITE: www.leesvilleband.org BOOSTER CLUB: Leesville High School Bands Club

Kevin Haga, President kevin@hagasys.com

Alyssa Montgomery Profile AGE: 23 POSITION: Conductor, LRHS Bands TENURE: 1st year CAREER: Previously Director of Bands,

Wendell Middle School EDUCATION: Bachelors in Music Performance: Piano

Bachelors in Music Education: Instrumental

Appalachian State University RESIDENCE: Raleigh INTERESTS: Hiking, reading, biking, running, making music

Firefighters, Pump It Up Join to Educate Children on Fire Danger Raleigh firefighters have a simple goal, when it comes to educating young people in the community: End fires and burn injuries involving children.

As part of the strategy to reach the goal, the Raleigh Professional Fire Fighters Association – and its business partners – plans to publish and distribute a unique, informative fire safety workbook to more than 12,000 2nd Graders at all 107 Wake County elementary schools. “As firefighters and parents we have seen our children’s classrooms stripped of needed supplies – and staff and fire education materials are no exception,” said RPFFA President Keith Wilder. “Given that our nation recognizes an entire week as National Fire Prevention Week (in October), it seemed natural for the RPFFA to do more, to assist local teachers with the

knowledge and materials needed to teach proper education, burn injuries could and reinforce these life saving messages.” be prevented, and that family homes, belongings and possessions, and most Wilder indicated more than 250,000 importantly – lives – could all be saved.” fires a year are started by children, and early intervention is the best way to McHugh added that together reduce that incidence. “We believe RPFFA and Pump It Up approached 2nd Graders have the cognitive skills to Duke Children’s Hospital and an use a workbook – as opposed to just a ongoing partnership on the workbook coloring book – while grasping the safety project was formed because the three messages contained therein,” he stressed. organizations share a passion for keeping young children safe and healthy.

Five partner businesses joined the non-profit RPFFA in the project, In addition to the business partners’ including Pump It Up of Raleigh. involvement, additional funding for the “Pump It Up wanted to do something positive for the RPFFA Benefit Concert Wake County community WHO: Tracy Lawrence (with Rick Huckaby) and the RPFFA organization’s WHAT: Raleigh Professional Fire Fighters

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workbook distribution project also comes from the RPFFA’s twice-a-year concerts – including an upcoming event headlined by country music star Tracy Lawrence. Tickets to the concert, scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Nov. 24 at J.S. Dorton Arena (NC State Fairgrounds), are $26 and available by calling 919-714-7944 (between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m., Monday to Friday).

With additional public support, RPFFA, Pump It Up, and the other supporters actually see this year’s countywide workbook distribution as just the beginning of the project. “We are planning for future events to help promote fire safety education, as well as fundraising events to help support fire victims in Wake County,” said Pump It Up Executive Manager Kalin Carnahan. “We believe this partnership has only

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Wilder agrees, and feels the 2nd Grade workbooks are only the start. “We want our fire safety workbooks to transcend the classroom and become a part of family time at home, in order to ensure the message is being reinforced,” he said.

RPFFA is a professional association of career firefighters employed by or retired from the Raleigh Fire Department. It raises funds each year to support a variety of community programs. For more information on the organization and its activities, visit www.rpffa.net.

Pump It Up of Raleigh is a premier destination for birthday parties and other youth activities.

Call 919-828-3344 or visit www.pumpitupparty.com.

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919 ›› COMMUNITY Former Leesville Road High Teacher Named WCPSS Principal of the Year Heritage High School Principal Dr. Mark Savage is the 2013 Wake County Principal of the Year.

In opening the school, Savage and his leadership team designed the hallmarks of a Heritage High graduate.

The Wake County Public School System Superintendent Dr. Jim Merrill presented the award to Savage during a ceremony at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh Oct. 17.

“We created a document that continues to serve as the basis for how we conduct business at Heritage High,” Savage said. “I wanted Heritage graduates to be different, have specific skill sets and be marked by a sense of honor, service and citizenship.”

Savage began his Wake career in 1997 teaching English at Leesville Road High. He went on to serve as assistant principal at Wakefield middle and high schools. His first job as principal was at Wakefield Middle, then at Wakefield High. In 2010, Savage was selected as the principal to open the new Heritage High School in Wake Forest.

“Without a doubt, my biggest accomplishment would be the world we have created at Heritage High School,” Savage said. “Partnering with these educators, students and parents, we have really created something unique. It’s been a capstone.”

As Principal of the Year, Savage received a $1,000 check compliments of John Parrish of Lifetouch Studios, as well as a Carolina Panthers Game Package, which includes luxury suite game tickets for two, overnight accommodations at the Charlotte OMNI and a $100 dinner voucher compliments of Toshiba Business Solutions. Savage received a rolling cart filled with miscellaneous office supplies and a HP Officejet Printer, compliments of Mike Griffin of Office Depot. The Principal of the Year winner’s school will receive a $500

monetary award, compliments of Michael Strawbridge of Strawbridge Studios.

All finalists for Principal of the Year received an acrylic award, a $500 prize made possible by John Parrish of Lifetouch Studios and a rolling cart filled with miscellaneous office supplies, compliments of Mike Griffin of Office Depot.

3rd Annual Big Night Ball Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Triangle The Big Night Ball – the largest fundraiser of the year for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle – is 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, at Brier Creek Country Club in North Raleigh.

The third annual event has a Hollywood theme and features a wine tasting sponsored by Noracorc; a silent auction with more than 100 items and unique baskets; a live auction with professional auctioneer Leland Little; an array of food stations and dessert room; live music from the Groovetown Band; and a photo booth with Hollywood-glam accessories.

“Last year, people told me that this was the best gala they had ever attended. I believe it was because of the energy the guests had for helping the children in our program and getting them matched with a positive role model,” said Kimberly Breedon, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle – based in Morrisville.

Tickets for the event are $150, available at www.ABCrsvp. com/bbbtri/index.php. More information on the event is available at www.BBBSTriangle.org/bignightball.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle is active in Wake, Durham and Orange counties, and serves more than 1,100 children per year. Find more information at www.BBBSTriangle.org or calling 919-850-9772.

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Scenes at The Pumpkin Patch, open each season just off Leesville Road, north of I-540 near Sycamore Creek Elementary School in North Raleigh

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919 ‹‹ COMMUNITY Leesville Resident Joins WCPSS Board Dec. 3 Zora Felton – Leesville resident and former teacher at Leesville Road High School – is the new District 7 representative o the Wake County Board of Education.

Felton, 62, will be sworn in Dec. 3 after defeating incumbent board member Deborah Prickett in Octrober. She indicated a long interest in joining the board. “I wanted to continue my dedication to the teaching profession and the students of Wake County,” she said. “I could not think of a better way to serve the students. I have thought about it for

years. Never thought I would do it, but I did.”

A mother of three grown children (and grandmother of two) has lived in the Leesville community since 1977. All three children participated in the neighborhood swim club and attended Leesville schools.

Felton – who is both a daughter and a mother of teachers – taught school for 25 years, beginning her career at Sanderson High in 1973. After a 14-year hiatus to raise her family, she returned in 1998 at Leesville high teaching social studies.

Fall Colors Nature Walk Planned at Lake Lynn

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Lake Lynn Community Center plans a nature walk to view the fall colors and wildlife surrounding the lake 10 a.m.-11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Harris Teeter grocery plans to open a new store in 2014 at Creedmoor and Millbrook roads

Open to all ages, the fee is $2 per participant for the guided event. Children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult, and pre-registration is required.

in North Raleigh…Vincent’s, a restaurant located at 6300 Creedmoor Road, is expanding to Morrisville. For information, call 919-8766700…More than 150 students and teachers

For information, call 919-870-2911 or visit www.raleigh.gov.

Lake Lynn Community Center is located at 7921 Ray Road.

donated at the Leesville Road High

School bi-annual blood drive in October…

Benefit Gift Wrapping at Barnes & Noble Canine Assistants plans to wrap gifts this season at Barnes and Noble in Brier Creek Commons, to raise money for sponsoring assistance dogs for individuals in North Carolina. Volunteers will be available Dec. 1-18, and donations will be accepted.

Recent LRHS Homecoming festivities included the naming of the court. 2013 Homecoming Queen was Morgan Barnes, with Peter

Marino named Homecoming King.

For more information, contact Holly McCoy at noahsteamofraleigh@canineassistance.org.

Fall is fun time at Ganyard Hill Farm on Sherron Road north of the Leesville area, which featured a pumpkin patch, cornfield maze, hayrides, barnyard animals and more.

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Trinity Academy celebrated its Homecoming on October 4, which included a potluck dinner, school parade, soccer game, and court presentation.

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Trinity Academy of Raleigh Homecoming King Josef Simme and Homecoming Queen Tracy Wegner

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919 ‹‹ BUSINESS PROFILE Sharky’s Place Sports Bar & Grill, unassumingly tucked away from the main thoroughfare, is fast becoming Raleigh’s premier neighborhood bar.

New owners Randy Wilson – who moved to Raleigh from New Orleans – and Keith Crawford, originally from Weaverville, NC (near Ashville), have resurrected this former “beer only” bar into a hidden gem where folks can come to relax with friends old and new. “Imagine a ‘Cheers’ type hang out where you are greeted by friends and the bartenders while you relax and wind down,” said Wilson, a long time Leesville resident. “We’re just a local bar with many regulars, a plethora of ‘characters,’ and good folks to make friends with.”

After being fully renovated, Sharky’s has become a true sports bar offering state of the art sports viewing on 18 large screens and two eight foot projection screens to catch all the sports action, including the NFL and NHL, North Carolina college games, and, as an homage to the owners, the New Orleans Saints.

With plenty of seating, nine dart boards, six regulation pool tables, a cornhole area, stage, and a great jukebox, guests are invited to get in on the action and can participate in the ongoing NAPA and APA pool leagues, the Raleigh Dart League, and cornhole tournaments.

A Hidden Gem Sharky’s Place is Quickly Becoming Raleigh’s Premier Neighborhood Sports Bar Photos by A Photographic Memory by Steffanie

Bartender, Billy Lloyd, and owners Simone and Randy Wilson with happy patrons.

If that weren’t enough, Sharky’s takes great pride in offering an array of both traditional and unique menu items all served with a smile by their top-notch friendly service staff. From their award winning burgers and mouth-watering wings, to their specialty sandwiches and authentic nachos, Sharky’s aims to satisfy all hungry guests. “And when the New Orleans Saints are on TV, you can bet you’ll find a home cooked Cajun meal of some type – like gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, crawfish pasta, and shrimp po’boys,” said Wilson.

Imagine a ‘Cheers’ type hang out where you are greeted by friends and the bartenders while you relax and wind down.

Sharkey’s features 16 beers on tap, an outstanding selection of 50 bottled beers, and a full bar. And with 3,600 sq. ft. of inviting space, the facility is the perfect venue for corporate outings, birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and celebrations of all kinds.

Sharky’s also provides cookouts, BBQ, “pig pickins”, as well as catering services for events in and around town. Whenever there is local college football to enjoy, Sharky’s regularly cranks up the “MacDaddy” for cookouts or tailgate events. “You can drive by almost any Saturday and see the ‘MacDaddy’ churning out that smoke where you’ll find BBQ ribs, chicken, burgers, hot sausages, and burgers,” said Wilson. “Stop on by and join the fun.”

Sharky’s Place Sports Bar & Grill is located at 5800 Duraleigh Rd, Leesville. For more information, call 919-783-5448, email randyw652@gmail.com, or visit www.sharkysnc.com.

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RANDY WILSON Sharky’s Place

Sharky’s Place Sports Bar & Grill ADDRESS: 5800 Duraleigh Road YEAR OPENED: 1991 OWNERS: Randy Wilson, Keith Crawford WEBSITE: www.sharkysnc.com EMAIL: randyw652@gmail.com PHONE: 919-783-5448 FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/Sharkysplaceraleigh HOURS: Mon-Fri: 11 am-2 am; Sat-Sun: 10 am-2 am MENU: Great burgers, sandwiches, wings EVENTS/ACTIVITIES: Pool, cornhole, darts, occasional live music

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2013 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Participants The 2013 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17 at the Washington Duke Inn in Durham. For information on attending the benefit gala – featuring the culinary talents of the Triangle’s finest local chefs and restaurants – call 919-424-1269.

Among this year’s Signature Chefs:

The Chef’s Academy – Eric Gephart POSITION: Lead Chef Instructor ADDRESS: 2001 Carrington Mill Blvd.,Morrisville PHONE: 800-919-2500 YEARS IN POSITION: 3 CUISINE: Classical French techniques BACKGROUND: Owned restaurants in Wrightsville Beach and Wilmington; worked as chef in New Zealand, New York, and Naples Florida; executive chef of Gephart Catering and executive chef of Animal Warriors (a non-profit raising funds, awareness to build the largest big cat sanctuary in North America).

EDUCATION: UNC-Wilmington;

Culinary Institute of America (New York)

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The 2013 Signature Chefs Auction will feature the culinary talents of the Triangle’s finest local chefs and restaurants! Sample signature dishes from area chefs and bid on unique and tempting silent and live auction packages. Indulge yourself while benefitting the March of Dimes mission!

Poppyseed Market Café and Wine Bar – Julia McGovern POSITION: Owner/Chef ADDRESS: 8801 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, 27615 PHONE: 919-870-4997 CUISINE: American/Café YEARS IN POSITION: 7 EDUCATION: NC State University, Wake Technical Culinary Arts

Radius Pizza & Pub – Michael Carroll POSITION: Co-Owner, Executive Chef RESTAURANT: 112 N. Churton St., Hillsborough PHONE: 919-245-0601 CUISINE: Wood-fired gourmet pizzas and

globally inspired comfort food YEARS IN POSITION: 1 BACKGROUND: Over 24 years in the culinary industry,

including prestigious hotels and restaurants

in Ireland and San Francisco EDUCATION: Killibegs Culinary College (Ireland)

Shiki Sushi and Tasu Restaurants – John Akhile POSITION: Corporate Executive Chef ADDRESS: 219 West NC 54 Hwy., Durham PHONE: 919-484-4108 CUISINE: Global fusion YEARS IN POSITION: 1 BACKGROUND: America’s Rising Star Award Winner, 1994 EDUCATION: Apprenticeship in contemporary and

classical French cuisine; University of Texas

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The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The key ingredient is you.

For VIP table reservations and ticket information, please call Patti Celestini, Community Director, at 919.424.2169 or email pcelestini@marchofdimes.com.

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MICHAEL

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Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club Fairview Dining Room –Jason Cunningham

SCOTT

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Vivace, Vivace Charlotte, Coquette, CHOW – Nate Garyantes

POSITION: Executive Chef ADDRESS: 3001 Cameron Blvd., Durham PHONE: 919-490-0999 CUISINE: New American, fine dining YEARS IN POSITION: 9 BACKGROUND: Training includes experience at two acclaimed Relais & Chateaux properties: Restaurant Million, in Charleston, SC, and Blantyre in Lenox, Mass.; finalist in the Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs’ national competition EDUCATION: Johnson and Wales University

Ruckus Pizza Pasta and Spirits – Scott Schabot POSITION: Executive Chef ADDRESS: 1101 Market Center Dr., Morrisville PHONE: 919-388-3500 CUISINE: Schizophrenic Italian YEARS IN POSITION: 6 BACKGROUND: Trained under Daniel Taylor and Ashley Christensen; experience at several Triangle restaurants, including the Underground, Gravy, and The Pit EDUCATION: NC State University

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POSITION: Executive Chef, Urban Food Group LOCATIONS: Raleigh and Charlotte CUISINE: Italian; French; pIzza/burger YEARS IN POSITION: 1 BACKGROUND: Extensive training at prestigious restaurants in Washington DC and Wilmington, Del.; worked at father’s restaurant EDUCATION: University of Delaware;

University of Hawaii-Manoa; U.S. Army veteran

Backyard Bistro – Joseph A. Lumbrazo POSITION: Owner ADDRESS: 1232 Hurricane Alley Way, Raleigh PHONE: 919-851-6203 YEARS IN POSITION: 5 CUISINE: Fresh family style with southern influence BACKGROUND: 20 years in the industry TRAINING: Culinary Institute of America (Hyde Park, NY)

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Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Event Features Incredible Food, Fabulous Venue, and Lots of Fun Every year, more than half a million babies are born too soon – more than 16,000 of them right here in North Carolina. And, by acting now, local residents and businesses have the opportunity to reduce that number.

Sponsorships and tables are still available for a limited time at one of the Triangle’s highest profile events: The 2013 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction.

Planned for 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17, at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, it’s a great time for a great cause (proceeds fund urgent efforts to help babies

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by preventing birth defects and premature births).

The black tie optional gala features the culinary talents of the Triangle’s finest local chefs and restaurants. Participants will sample signature dishes, enjoy small plates, and bid on unique and tempting silent and live auction packages – all at a beautiful location.

“As a mother of two healthy boys, I’m acutely aware of how important good prenatal care is and how we need to support North Carolina mothers and

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Signature Chefs Auction WHAT: March of Dimes Benefit WHEN: 6-9 pm, Nov. 17 WHERE: Washington Duke Inn TABLE RESERVATIONS: 919-424-1269 SPONSORSHIPS: 919-424-1269

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promote healthy pregnancies and healthy babies,” said Event Chair Suzy Beth Sarver, publisher of 919 Magazine, explaining her involvement with the March of Dimes event. “This is also a great opportunity to bring together our communities and the residents of the 919 area for a great cause and an outstanding event.”

Sarver encouraged involvement and suggests those wishing to be included call as soon as possible for the last remaining reservations. “Come celebrate 75 years with the March of Dimes, from polio to prematurity at the premiere event of the season,” Sarver said. “This is truly an evening not to miss.

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You’ll feast on incredible food by award winning chefs, bid on fabulous auction items and have a great time while helping babies get a healthy start.”

Companies wishing to brand themselves at one of the premiere annual events in the state – while helping a great cause – may call 919-424-2169 for details.

In addition, businesses or individuals interested in attending the event may reserve tables, also by calling 919-424-2169 (but a limited number of seats are available, so call as early as possible).

Additional information on the event – and the opportunity to make donations to the March of Dimes directly – is available by visiting www.marchofdimes.com/ trianglesignaturechefs.

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919 ›› SPORTS PREVIEW

Trinity Academy

Leesville

Winter Sports Preview

Winter Sports Preview

Men’s Basketball

Men’s Basketball

HEAD COACH: Deshannon Morris YEARS IN POSITION: 3 OTHER COACH: Grant Fitzgerald 2012-13 RECORD: 11-14 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A HONORS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Faith Rocky Mount New Year’s Tournament runnerup; Alex Yager (All-Conference, 3rd team) RETURNING STARTERS: Hunter Dotson, Thad Beaver,

Will Lawson, Josef Simme RETURNING LETTERMEN: 12 COACH’S OUTLOOK: This will be the deepest and most experience team I have had in my time here. The future is bright and exciting!

Women’s Basketball HEAD COACH: Adam King YEARS IN POSITION: 3 2012-13 RECORD: 11-11 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A HONORS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Kristi Demski (All-Conference); Katie Demski (All-Conference, HM) RETURNING STARTERS: Kristi Demski, Jordan Thomas RETURNING LETTERMEN: 4 COACH’S OUTLOOK: We are going to continue to work hard each day to get better. I am excited and honored to coach this great group of girls.

Men’s/Women’s Swim and Dive HEAD COACH: Jane Houchin YEARS AS HEAD COACH: 5 PRACTICE BEGINS: Oct. 28 FIRST MEET: Nov.18 at Wayne Country Day COACH’S OUTLOOK: We will have a young team that is looking forward to improving throughout the year.

Cheerleading HEAD COACH: Laura Zook YEARS AS HEAD COACH: 4 OTHER COACH: Heather Lehto DATE PRACTICE BEGINS: Oct. 28 FIRST EVENT: Feb. 8, 2014 NCISAA

State Cheerleading Competition,

at Charlotte Latin COACH’S OUTLOOK: The team will be a combination of returners and new talent. I’m very excited about how the team is coming together.

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HEAD COACH: Russ Frazier YEARS IN POSITION: 2 (8 years total as Head Coach;

career record, 159-42) OTHER COACHES: Ishua Benjamin (JV Coach),

Nick Pendergraft (Asst.)

2012-13 RECORD: 19-9 overall; 10-4 conference 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: Lost in the 2nd round HONORS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 3rd place finish in the Cap 8; ost in the Cap 8 Tournament Championship RETURNING STARTERS: Brandon Staves,

Sanders Rohs, Greyson Kelley RETURNING LETTERMEN: 7 COACH’S OUTLOOK: We are excited for the upcoming season. We look forward to working and improving every day. The Cap 8 is one of the toughest conferences in the state, and we are looking forward to it.

Wrestling HEAD COACH: Jason Wyss YEARS IN POSITION: 14 OTHER COACH: Joe Cesari 2012-13 RECORD: 24-6 HONORS/ACCOMPLISHMENT: 2 State Qualifiers, 1 Regional Runneup, 5 Cap 8 Conference Champions RETURNING STARTERS: 7 RETURNING LETTERMEN: 12 COACH’S OUTLOOK: Work hard, get better every week, and challenge for post-season honors.

Women’s Basketball No information submitted

Women’s Gymnastics No information submitted

Men’s/Women’s Track and Field No information submitted

Men’s Women’s Swim and Dive No information submitted

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Flavors of the Southwest

The Original Flying Burrito Offers Fun with a Welcoming Flair The Original Flying Burrito proudly serves the flavors of the Southwest with a casual, fun, and welcoming flair. By infusing the flavors of the entire Southwest region in the salsas and sauces, guests can sample unique regional and seasonal dishes from pork green chili – original to the Southwest US – to regional Mexican specialties, such as Yucatan slaw.

And with 30 different delectable tacos, 20 burritos, 10 enchiladas, and an array of other made-from-scratch specialty items to choose from, it’s no wonder guests keep coming back for more.

Owner Jim Duignan, an experienced restaurateur, insists on only the freshest ingredients in every menu item. “We are upscale casual in that we use high quality ingredients and cook from scratch,” said

Duignan. “Our steak is rib eye steak from the Midwest; our pork is hormone-free from a farm in Asheville; and our pulled beef is certified Angus beef brisket.”

With so much to choose from, The Original Flying Burrito challenges guests to join their “30-30 Club”, in which groups of up to four are challenged to try all 30 tacos and 30 tequilas in 30 days. Winners share a $100 gift certificate, and each member receives a commemorative T-shirt. Guests can also partake in the Wednesday night cash prize cornhole tournaments, enjoy $3.50 North Carolina craft beer bottles and cans, watch the NFL package, and enjoy a delicious Sunday brunch served all day. There is even an Original Flying Burrito Kids Club, a social media group with food specials and events for kids.

We are upscale casual in that we use high quality ingredients and cook from scratch.

JIM DUIGNAN The Original Flying Burrito

It’s obvious Duignan has designed The Original Flying Burrito to be a relaxing and inviting space to welcome guests. The dining room comfortably accommodates large and small groups and features unique artwork from local artists, such as Chris Smith, and from downtown gallery Amplified Art. Guests can “belly up” to the bar and enjoy a number of drink specials, such as fresh fruit margaritas created by bar manager Dawn Howrey– or sit outside on the pet-friendly patio, which features several comfortable reclining outdoor lounge chairs and four sets of cornhole boards.

And with distinctive, affordable fresh food served with a smile in a fun and casual environment, Duignan invites all to experience The Original Flying Burrito.

The Original Flying Burrito is located at 4800 Grove Barton Rd., Suite 106, Raleigh.

For more information, call 919-785-2734, email fbraleigh@gmail.com, or visit www.originalflyingburrito.com.

The Original Flying Burrito OWNER: Jim Duignan YEAR OPENED: 2012 in Raleigh; open in Chapel Hill 1986-2011 ADDRESS: 4800 Grove Barton Rd., Suite 106 WEBSITE: www.originalflyingburrito.com EMAIL: fbraleigh@gmail.com PHONE: 919-785-2734 FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/flyingburritoraleigh HOURS: 11 am-1 am, Sun-Thu; 11 am-2 am, Fri-Sat MENU: Southwestern SPECIAL EVENTS: Cornhole Tournament, 7:30 pm, Wed;

live acoustic music Sat (beginning Nov)

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Former NBA star James Worthy joins young volunteers and golfers who participated in the Comfort Zone Camp for Kids Charity Golf Classic fundraising event recently at Brier Creek Country Club.

The 11th Annual March of Dimes 5K Run for Healthier Babies in Morrisville in September included a 1-mile Fun Run and a 5K race.

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A Photographic Memory by Steffanie . . 42 All Saints UMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral Surgery . . . . . . . . 44, 48 Brier Creek Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . 4, 45 California Closets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 44 Carolina Dance Foundation . . . . . . . . . 13 Colonnade Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 44 Crown Trophy & Awards . . . . . . . . . 34, 45 Dr. G’s Weightloss . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 45 Flying Burrito . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 41, 45 Foot Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 44 Gigi’s Cupcakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 44 Hobgood Mechanical, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 21 International Preschool of Raleigh . . 36, 44 Lois J. Hamilton, PLLC . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 44 March of Dimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Piekaar Lawfirm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 45 Pump it Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 45 Raleigh Strength and Fitness. . . . . . 20, 44 Renaissance Funeral Home . . . . . . . . 3, 44 Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory . 11, 44 Sharky’s Place Sports Bar . . . . . . 35, 38, 45 Stage Door Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Sunset Slush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 45 The Franciscan School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Organic Bedroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Thompson & Thompson Family Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 47 Trinity Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 44 Tru Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Longtime Leesville Resident Judy Meyer Provides a Holiday Favorite Judy Meyer and her family have lived in the Leesville area since 1974 – and Queen’s Mousse Pie is one of her holiday favorites.

A wife and mother of five and grandmother of two beautiful girls, she originally found a version of the recipe on the back of a chocolate bar wrapper – and then adapted it over the years for her family.

“The pie is made mostly for special occasions and family dinners,” she said. “It is a great pie to make ahead and freeze. I add the garnishes just before serving. It is very rich and a little goes a long way.”

Queen’s Mousse Pie Serves 8-10

Ingredients 8-9 in.

6 oz.

5 oz.

1/2 cup 2 1 cup

Graham cracker or chocolate pie crust Quality semi-sweet chocolate (saving the remainder for garnish) Softened cream cheese Confectioner’s sugar Well-beaten eggs Whipping cream

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Directions

1. Beat together softened cream cheese and confectioner’s sugar in a small bowl.

2. Add melted chocolate and blend well.

3. Add the beaten eggs, again mixing well until smooth.

4. Beat the whipping cream in a large bowl until soft peaks form.

5. Mix the chocolate cheese mixture a third at a time into the whipped cream.

6. Spoon filling onto prepared pie shell and freeze until firm.

7. Garnish with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.

8. Thaw about 15 min. or so before serving and add fresh raspberries or blackberries for an added color and taste, if desired.

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919 ›› FINAL BELL

Raleigh #8

City for Women Entrepreneurs SOURCE: NerdWallet, 2013

Raleigh

#3

Best Place for Business and Career

Raleigh Ranks Fifth on Airbnb’s List of Most Hospitable Cities in America.

Raleigh ranked third on Forbes Magazine’s 2013 list of “Best Places for Business and Careers.”

Des Moines – the Iowa state capital – topped the list this year, followed by Provo, UT (home of Brigham Young University).

Raleigh, a perennial in the publication’s top five on this list each year, ranked third. “Employers are able to tap the top universities in and around the metro area like Duke, the University of North Carolina and North Carolina State,” the magazine’s staff wrote. “They provide a steady stream of educated, young cheap labor. College attainment levels in Raleigh are 41 percent. People continue to flock to Raleigh, which had the second highest rate of net migration of any metro area over the past five years.”

San Antonio, TX, followed Raleigh on the list.

Atlantic City, NJ, was bottom on the 200-city list.

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Raleigh Ranks

Most Inventive Cities?

Best City for Entry-Level Jobs

In the World!

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2013 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. Signature Chefs Auction SM

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club 3001 Cameron Blvd., Durham NC 27705

The 2013 Signature Chefs Auction will feature the culinary talents of the Triangle’s finest local chefs and restaurants! Sample signature dishes from area chefs and bid on unique and tempting silent and live auction packages. Indulge yourself while benefitting the March of Dimes mission! marchofdimes.com/trianglesignaturechefs

The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The key ingredient is you.

For VIP table reservations and ticket information, please call Patti Celestini, Community Director, at 919.424.2169 or email pcelestini@marchofdimes.com.

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