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The Cover 12

Active and Fun Loving

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Grant Little’s Perfect Pitch

Planners

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Thoman Family Enjoys Everything About the North Raleigh Lifestye

Amazing Discoveries, Prices

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25 Years of Service

6 Publisher’s Notes 30 Yearbook 42 Community 45 Charter Advertisers 48 Holiday Activities, Events 49 Food Break 58 919 Region 59 Advertisers Index 59 Along the I-540 Corridor 62 919 Final Bell

Tatiana’s Fashions Features New, Gently Used Designer Clothing A.E. Finley YMCA Focused On Healthy Spirit, Mind, Body

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Fulfilling A Dream

Sanderson Graduate Becomes Filmmaker at East Carolina

On the Cover

10-year-old Connor, a North Raleigh YMCA supporter.

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Making Memories

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Ravenscroft Celebrates 150 Years

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Hiking, Biking, Fishing and More

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Save Your Sanity!

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Winter Sports Previews

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Committed to Excellence

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Accessible and Comfortable

Community Events School Events Extracurricular Activities Community Sports

Departments

Talented Teen’s Powerful Voice Can Prompt Tears

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Boyce Family’s Tree Farm Creates Traditional Christmas

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North Raleigh School Provides A Unique Educational Experience

Lake Crabtree County Park Only Miles Away from Wakefield

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13 Tips for a Safer, Less Stressful Holiday Season

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A Look at the Upcoming Seasons At North Raleigh High Schools

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First in Sight Provides Care, Guidance for Best Restuls

Mini City Dental Dedicated To Higher Standard of Care

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››› 919 NOTES The Spirit of the Season I think I’ve always been a big kid when it comes to the holidays.

I’m one of those eager people who troll the music channels looking for Christmas music…in October.

Trim-the-tree parties and baking come with the territory, and no Christmas light display is “too much” for me.

I’m excited for the holidays; I love the tinsel and all the fun associated with this magical time. Last year was quite different, as we were traveling on the actual day of Christmas and for the first time in my life (and probably the last), we stayed in a hotel on Christmas Eve (gasp at the mere thought). Of course I woke up on Christmas Day with a fever of 102 degrees and was bedridden by the time you could say “mistletoe.” I think my Christmas karma was off with the universe. I’m a holiday person and holiday people need people.

Our December/January issue of 919 Magazine is sandwiched between the eight weeks of over indulgence: Christmas and New Year’s. With all the holiday dinners, the shopping, gift wrapping and get-togethers. We socialize and mingle, drink the punch bowl dry, and cram in as many special events as we can add to the calendar – all the while trying to chase down that feeling we all wish to achieve: The magic of Christmas. Then New Year’s arrives overnight and we have holiday burnout, decorations to put away and resolutions to begin.

First up in this special holiday issue, we have a suggestion for your health and wellness resolutions: A fitness treasure, right here in 919. Beginning on Page 34, we take a closer look at the A.E. Finley YMCA and the wonderful programs and activities available (and many, many volunteer opportunities).

Also related to the holidays in this issue, look for some tips to keep you centered and balanced (when things begin to get a little crazy), on Page 50.

Then, on Page 48, we list a few of the dozens and dozens of special events and happenings during this season, hopefully to make planning just a little easier.

Also in this issue, don’t miss: • A look at the Thoman Family, who has deep roots in North Raleigh and relish the local lifestyle (Page 12).

• A review of 150 years of educational excellence at Ravenscroft (Page 20).

• And a step back in time, if cutting your own Christmas tree is on our bucket list. Boyce Tree Farm is right here in North Raleigh – and, obviously, their trees are very, very fresh (Page 16).

I leave you with this: We have a member of our family and when you ask him, “How are you doing, Poppy?”, he always has the same reply: “It’s the best day of my life.” He’s been dropping that line for 25 years and I think he is on to something. It’s all in the delivery.

This holiday season, maybe take the time to extend that olive branch to someone, and close the door on your differences. Learn to embrace each other’s imperfections and stop striving for perceived perfection.

Whether your situation is difficult this holiday – or you are celebrating peace and harmony in your life – look for the good…look for the gift.

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Graphics Sandi Wood

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Contributors Stephanie Friedl Virginia Reed

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COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY EVENTS 12/3-17

Fairytale Land

DECEMBER 12/1

Tree Lighting Santa, caroling, specials 5 pm-8 pm Lafayette Village 8450 Honeycutt Road www.lafayettevillage.com

12/1

Basket Making 9:30 am-2:30 pm Ages 14-up; $25 fee Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4156 www.raleighnc.gov

12/1,8

Holiday Wreath Making Ages 5-up; 4-5 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

12/2-8

1st Anniversary Open House Park Centre Spa 8300 Health Park, Suite 131 919-846-1920 www.parkcentrespa.com

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Ages 3-5; Mondays, 2-3 pm Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Road 19-996-4848 www.raleighnc.gov

12/8

Holiday Open House 1-4 pm Stonehenge Market Creedmoor Road www.shopstonehengemarket.com

12/6

Holiday Card Making 10:30-11:30 am; $5 fee Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4156 www.raleighnc.gov

12/6-8

Holiday Café and Bake Sale Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 5000 Lead Mine Road 919-781-4548 www.holytrinityraleigh.org

12/6-27

Wee Walkers Ages 1-up; Thursdays, 10-11 am Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

12/7,8

Holly Holidays Ages 3-5; 12:30-1:30 pm Optimist Community Center 5902 Whittier Drive 919-870-2882 www.raleighnc.gov

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Holiday Coping Strategies Ages 50-Up; 10-11:30 am Anne Gordon Active Adult Center 1901 Spring Forest Road 919-996-4720 www.raleighnc.gov

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Santa’s Elves Ornament Social Ages 6M-6; Mondays, 10-11:30 am Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Road 19-996-4848 www.raleighnc.gov

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Bingo Fridays, 10 am-1 pm Anne Gordon Active Adult Center 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 www.raleighnc.gov

Enjoying Healthy Eating Ages 50-Up; 2-3:30 pm Anne Gordon Active Adult Center 1901 Spring Forest Road 919-996-4720 www.raleighnc.gov

12/25 Christmas

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Men’s Monday Mornings Coffee, games, hang out Ages 50-up; 9 am-12 pm Anne Gordon Active Adult Center 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 www.raleighnc.gov

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Track Attack Explore ways to track animals Ages 6-12; 1-3 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

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Night Owls Ages 5-up; 5:30-7 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

ONGOING Dec/Jan

North Raleigh Farmer’s Market 9 am-12 pm, Saturdays Lafayette Village 8450 Honeycutt Road www.northraleighfarmersmarket.com

SCHOOL EVENTS

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Habitat…What’s That?

Hike, learn, drink cocoa Ages 5-up; 2-3:30 pm Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Road 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov December 2012 | January 2013

12/6

Science Fair East Millbrook Middle 3801 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh 919-850-8755 www.eastmillbrook.wcpss.net

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Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh 919-881-4800 www.sandersonhs.wcpss.net

Martin Luther King Day

Winter Choral Concert

12/13

Band & Strings Concert 7 pm West Millbrook Middle 8115 Strickland Road, Raleigh 919-870-4050 www.wmms.net

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Winter Band Concert 7 pm Millbrook High 2201 Spring Forest Rd 919-850-8787 www.mhs.wcpss.net

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Winter Band Concert 7 pm Green Elementary 5307 Six Forks Road 919-881-1390 www.gyr.wcpss.net

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Band Concert 7 pm Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh 919-881-4800 www.sandersonhs.wcpss.net

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Wake Co. School Holidays Christmas

JANUARY 1/10

Dance Concert 7 pm West Millbrook Middle 8115 Strickland Road, Raleigh 919-870-4050 www.wmms.net

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS 12/1-26

Special Art Exhibits Raleigh Room: Joe O’Shoughnessy Hallway: Nico Amortegul Display: Teddy Devereux Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W. Millbrook Rd 919-831-6856 www.raleighnc.gov

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Holiday Open House Wake Forest Downtown 919-570-1372 www.wakeforestdowntown.com

NIGHTLIFE Aug/Sept

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Village Grill

Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S. Brooks St. 919-570-1372 www.wakeforestdowntown.com

Live Acoustic Music Fridays, 9 pm-12 am 8450 Honeycutt Road 919-890-5440 www.villagegrillraleigh.com

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Aug/Sept

Christmas Tree Lighting

Christmas Parade Wake Forest Downtown 919-570-1372 www.wakeforestdowntown.com

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Lafayette Village Wine Walk for NC Lung Cancer Partnership (with Santa) 6 pm-8 pm ($10) 8450 Honeycutt Road www.lafayettevillageraleigh.com

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Artsplosure First Night Raleigh 2013

Multiple venues, Fayetteville Avenue www.artsplosure.org

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Oliver Twist Live Music, belly dancing, other Five nights weekly 8111-137 Creedmoor Road 919-844-4426 www.theolivertwistlounge.com

Aug/Sept

Buffalo’s Southwest Café Live Trivia 7504 Creedmoor Road 919-676-0332 www.buffaloscafe.com/raleigh

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Piper’s Tavern Live Music, Thu-Sat Trivia, Sun Karoke, Wed 8304 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-676-7413 www.thepiperstavern.com

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The Pickled Onion Acoustic Open Mic, Tue Live Trivia, Wed Karaoke, DJ; Fri 7901 Falls of the Neuse Road #101 919-848-4161 www.thepickledonionrestaurant.com

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Carolina Ale House Live Trivia, Tue 4512 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-848-4782 www.carolinaalehouse.com

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Duffy’s Restaurant and Tavern Live Trivia, Thu; Karoke, Sat 8021 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-847-7070

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Tilted Kilt Live Trivia, Tue 4516 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-790-8898 www.tiltedkilt.com

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Dec/Jan

Live Music, Thu; 1st, 3rd Wed 6675-105 Falls of the Neuse Road 919-322-0190 www.forkandbarrelnc.com

8 am; Saturdays (40M), Sundays (60M) TLC for Bikes Lafayette Village 8480 Honeycutt Road, Suite 126 919-324-4966 www.tlc4bikes.com

Fork and Barrel

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White Street Brewing Company Brewery Tours 11 am-12 pm, Saturdays 218 S. White St., Wake Forest 919-647-9439 www.whitestreetbrewing.com

Bike Rides

REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS Dec

Youth Winter Basketball

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES

Ages 5-10; begins Jan. 13 St. Raphael Catholic Church 5801 Falls of Neuse Road 919-946-6630 www.i9sports.com

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Lace Up Ur Shoes and Run Fur Some Brews 3M, 5M runs; post-run social 7 pm, Tuesdays White Street Brewing Company 218 S. White St., Wake Forest 919-647-9439 www.whitestreetbrewing.com

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Soccer Academy 12-week Skills Program D1 Raleigh Sports Training 6330 Mt. Herman Road 919-200-2822 www.D1SportsTraining.com

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Boys Lacrosse Clinics High School level Various times and dates Wakefield Baptist Church 13029 Keith Store Road North Wake Lacrosse Association 919-570-5777 www.northwakelax.org

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Swimming Lessons Various times, ages, skill level Millbrook Pool 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4130 www.raleighnc.gov

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WALKS, RACES and GOLF 12/1

Raleigh Jingle Bell Walk/Run for Arthritis St. Mary’s School, 900 Hillsborough St. www.Arthritis.org/jinglebellrun

OTHER 12/15

Kayak Pool Sessions 1-5 pm; Ages 12-up (introductory) Optimist Pool 5902 Whittier Dr 919-870-2882 www.raleighnc.gov

Swimming Lessons Various times, ages, skill level Optimist Pool 5902 Whittier Dr 919-870-2882 www.raleighnc.gov

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››› 919 FAMILY PROFILE

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

With deep roots here in North Raleigh, the Thoman family is enjoying all there is to offer their active and fun loving family.

At the head of this Bayleaf Forest family household is dad, Gene, an IBM software engineer and avid soccer player, and mom Robin, a 6th grade science and social studies teacher at Endeavor Charter School in North Raleigh and member of The Unintentionals – a local improv comedy troupe. Together they have two children, Austin, age 15; and Camryn, age 13; and two beloved dogs, Daisy and Chase.

Active and Fun Loving

Thoman Family Enjoys Everything About the North Raleigh Lifestyle

We love our activities, but helping out with and watching our children pursue their goals is where the real joy lies.

ROBIN THOMAN This busy family lives in the house Gene grew up in, having purchased the home from his father 10 years ago. They love the quiet, private feel of the neighborhood and that the location gives them quick access to great schools, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and work.

The couple first met through Gene’s roommate while attending school at the University of North Carolina Greensboro. “He surprised me by proposing to me on the scoreboard at the NC State vs. UNC football game,” said Robin. “I surprised him back with the wedding – he thought he was just helping out at a bridal show at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium and finished the day a married man.”

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The Thomans enjoy Raleigh for the changing seasons, sports – especially NC State, and world class entertainment and dining. However, Robin added, “Watching our children grow into the unique individuals they are becoming is what we enjoy most.”

Son Austin is active in the JROTC at Millbrook High School and recently marched with them in the Veteran’s Day parade. His passion is video and computer games, which has him studying to increase his technology skills to create his own games and applications. Daughter Camryn is active in drama, recently playing one of the orphans in a production of Annie Jr. And as a

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Level 5 competitive cheerleader with Cheer Extreme, most of her spare time is devoted to cheer practice. She even started a little business making

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cheer bows to help defray some of her gym costs, which has turned into a successful entrepreneurial endeavor (www.facebook.com/therealbowtoxic).

“We love our activities, but helping out with and watching our children pursue their goals is where the real joy lies,” said Robin.

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››› 919 STUDENT PROFILE School’s Programs Provided Experiences, Tools to Succeed

Sanderson Graduate Evan Kidd Fulfilling Dream as a Filmmaker

Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Though still in college, North Raleigh native Evan Kidd is fulfilling his dream as a filmmaker.

A junior at East Carolina University, Kidd has completed his first feature length film, a documentary called Musically Bound: A Story of Local Music. The film follows five different bands and artists as they record, perform live, and promote their music in the local Greenville, NC, music scene. “I created the project to help people see beyond mainstream music and to create awareness of the great local music and talent right in their own communities,” said Kidd, who graduated from Sanderson High School.

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Kidd has been featured on several websites, in The East Carolinian newspaper, and received the first place documentary film award in the Rebel 55 Arts & Literary Magazine competition. Another highlight for Kidd came in September when he held a public screening in Greenville at The Tipsy Teapot, a live music venue featured in the film. After the screening, several of the bands and artists from the film played a live show.

I created the project to help people see beyond mainstream music and to create awareness of the great local music and talent right in their own communities.

EVAN KIDD

Evan Kidd Profile AGE: SCHOOL: PARENTS: RESIDENCE: SIBLINGS: INTERESTS:

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Kidd credits his years as a student at Sanderson for giving him the experiences and tools necessary to succeed as a Cinematic Arts and Media Production major at ECU. “I really appreciated the dedication of the faculty,” said Kidd. “I am able to apply a lot of my learning from classes like Programming and Broadcasting, Cultural Media Literacy, and other classes that had nothing to do with

filmmaking to what I am doing now,” explained Kidd. He reflects on high school as a time he realized filmmaking was what he wanted to do with his life, and now in college – it’s about making that dream a reality.

Although Kidd misses his parents Kevin and Vesna Kidd, and brother and sister, Ryan and Elena, his friends, and taking advantage of the opportunities that Raleigh has to offer, he loves ECU and considers it his home away from home. “I visited the campus during my senior year of high school, and unexpectedly fell in love with it,” said Kidd. “I also really loved the Cinematic Arts and Media Production program that was starting up at the school and am honored to be a part of a group of people with a similar mindset when it comes to filmmaking.”

Kidd’s film can be seen on his YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/BassRockSet.

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››› 919 PERSONALITY PROFILE

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Since 1988, the Boyce family has helped make Christmas memorable and fun for residents all around the Raleigh area. As owners and operators of Boyce Farms, Mike and Sheila Boyce — along with their entire family — lovingly grow and tend their tree farm in preparation to welcome families from all over the area to select the perfect Christmas tree.

“We enjoy seeing our repeat customers and meeting new ones,” said Sheila. “We love to see visitors pick ‘their’ special Christmas tree.”

Mike and Sheila, parents to two grown children and grandparents to three, grew up as neighborhood friends in Raleigh. They married in 1975 and subsequently purchased the land they now proudly call Boyce Farms.

After visiting a Christmas tree farm during their first year of marriage and having so much fun selecting and cutting down their own tree, they decided to build their own Christmas tree farm on the land they owned.

“We planted our first Christmas trees in 1981 and tended them for seven years,” said Mike. “In 1988, we sold our first Christmas tree.” These days, the farm grows hundreds of trees including white pine, Leyland cypress, blue ice, and Carolina Sapphire. They also bring in fresh Fraser firs, the “Cadillac” of Christmas trees from the North Carolina mountains.

Memorable and Fun

Boyce Family Lovingly Tends Tree Farm To Welcome Local Families for Christmas

Boyce Farms is truly a family affair with children and grandchildren working and helping to prepare for the holiday season.

Boyce Farms Profile OWNERS: Mike & Sheila Boyce FAMILY: Jennifer Lavrack, Michael Boyce (children); three grandchildren ADDRESS: 2813 Mt. Vernon Church Road PHONE: 919-848-8264 EMAIL: boycefarms@bellsouth.net WEBSITE: www.boycefarms.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/boycefarms HOURS OPEN: Nov. 23 (day after Thanksgiving) to Dec. 23: M-F, 12

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Daughter Jennifer Lavrack and her husband Brock, of Wake Forest, also own and manage Lavrack Properties, Inc., a residential real estate brokerage firm. Their three daughters, ages six, four, and two, love to visit the farm and can be found happily serving hot chocolate to customers on weekends.

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We love to see visitors pick ‘their’ special Christmas tree.

SHEILA BOYCE, the trees all year long, from planting new seedlings, fertilizing, mowing around, and pruning.

During a visit to Boyce Farms, customers can actually cut their own tree or have it cut for them. According to Mike, some families take turns with the saw, each one cutting some of it until it falls. “Carrying the tree from the field to the sales area can be as much fun for families as is finding and cutting the tree down,” said Mike. The farm provides the saws, tree drilling, tree shaking, tree netting, and loading onto vehicles. Customers can also find wreaths of all sizes (up to five feet), swags, crosses, garland, and mailbox covers — and every child gets a candy cane.

The Boyce family takes great pride in being a part of the holiday traditions of so many Raleigh residents. “We have enjoyed sharing the Christmas season with everyone who has visited our farm,” said Sheila. “And we look forward to meeting new families this season in hopes of making it a fun experience for all.”

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››› 919 STUDENT PROFILE

Perfect Pitch

Talented Grant Little is Young, But Voice Brings Tears and Goosebumps to Listeners

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Grant Little is a very talented 13-year-old with one big voice.

As a soprano with the Raleigh Boychoir, North Carolina Opera, and North Carolina Middle School Honors Chorus, Grant sings with a purity and perfect pitch that brings tears and goose bumps to many who listen. “We never knew he had an interest in or talent for singing until his elementary school music teacher, Gina Hayek, suggested he try out for the Raleigh Boychoir,” said Grant’s dad, Philip Little.

Grant is not one to boast and is both humble and reserved about his impressive talent. “He takes his success in stride,” said Philip. “It’s amazing, though, to watch and hear him sing.” Through his singing affiliations, Grant receives formal training in voice, sight reading, as well as audition coaching from

It’s amazing… to watch and hear him sing.

PHILIP LITTLE

a number of professionals who support him. Most recently, Grant performed as Amahl in Saint Paul AME Church of Raleigh’s production of “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” a classic Christmas opera in one act by composer Gian Carlo Menotti.

Inspired by his grandfather, Fred Tinsley, Grant recalls that when he was a little boy, his grandfather

Grant Little Profile AGE: SCHOOL: PARENTS: RESIDENCE: SIBLING: HOBBIES:

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told his parents that he had perfect pitch. “My parents didn’t believe him, thinking he was just being a proud grandpa,” said Grant. “But, my grandfather is an accomplished musician himself, playing the double bass for the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and always reminds me to be humble and to practice regularly.”

Aside from his remarkable voice, Grant is a typical teenager who lives in Stone Creek with dad Philip and mom Tania – both real estate agents with Fonville Morisey Realty – and 6-year-old sister, Daphne.

He attends West Millbrook Middle School, where he enjoys studying language arts, participates in community service projects with the Junior Beta Club, and spends time with friends. When not rehearsing, performing, and playing piano, which he has done for the past eight years, Grant enjoys playing video games, swimming, diving, bike riding, and skateboarding.

Grant plans to continue with his music and is considering performing arts opportunities for high school and a career as a music teacher and/or performer. And, as for possibly competing on a national stage like American Idol?

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A Unique Experience Ravenscroft Celebrates 150 Years Of Preparing Students for College

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

From its humble beginnings as a small parish school in downtown Raleigh, Ravenscroft has grown into one of the finest college preparatory schools in the southern United States.

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the school and a time to reflect, renew, and celebrate its tradition of academic excellence and strong school community.

“Ravenscroft does many things well, but it is the relationships we develop through each student’s journey that sustains us over the years,” said Margaret Mills, Ravenscroft Associate Director of Admissions and Marketing.

The planning for the anniversary began over two years ago and involved the work of over 100 individuals from alumni, parents of alumni, faculty and staff, students, and other friends

Our students are very diverse in all aspects, including their strengths and interests, and we believe it is our job to nurture those individual interests as we prepare each student for college.

MARGARET MILLS

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of Ravenscroft. The many events and celebrations planned to honor Ravenscroft’s rich history include the release of a beautiful hardcover commemorative book photographed and researched by Billy Howard (Ravenscroft ’73) and Laurie Shock (see related article, page 22), reunions with Tucker Street alumni and alumni from over the decades, homecoming weekend, and a gala celebration in April.

In 1868, Ravenscroft opened with 70 students as a parish school affiliated with Christ Church in downtown Raleigh. It was later housed at St.

Saviour’s Chapel on Tucker Street downtown before moving to its present location on Falls of the Neuse Road in 1969. Enrollment at Ravenscroft has grown to more than 1,200 students who take part in its comprehensive college preparatory program from pre-kindergarten through grade 12.

With one of the strongest fine arts programs in the area, a comprehensive sports program, and a 125-acre campus, Ravenscroft distinguishes itself from many schools. “I think Ravenscroft’s broad curriculum and excellence in all areas is unique among independent schools,” said Mills. “Our students are very diverse The Ravenscroft School Profile in all aspects, ADDRESS: 7409 Falls of Neuse Road including their ESTABLISHED: 1862 strengths and CAMPUS SIZE: 125 acres GRADES: Pre-K thru 12 interests, and we ENROLLMENT: More than 1,200 believe it is our job STAFF: 240 (faculty and staff) ATHLETICS: 23 sports (men and women) to nurture those PHONE: 919-847-0900 individual interests WEBSITE: www.ravenscroft.org

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as we prepare each student for college.”

While parents have many choices today for schools, it is important for parents to do their homework when choosing the right school for their child. Ravenscroft invites families to visit and learn more about what makes Ravenscroft a unique experience for young people.

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New Book Traces Rich History, Tradition of Ravenscroft School What better way to honor Ravenscroft’s 150 years of rich history and tradition of excellence than with the anniversary book, Young Travelers on the Path of Knowledge, written by Billy Howard ‘73 and Laurie Shock.

The book features photography

by Howard and traces the long, intertwined history of the school and the city of Raleigh.

An award winning documentary photographer, Howard considers it a privilege to have been selected to produce this tribute to the school that he attended in the early 1970s. Howard was

part of a small group of students who began their Ravenscroft years as the first 11th graders, when the school was expanding. “The small classes and ability to connect with teachers had an impact on me,” said Howard.

“I discovered my love of literature, which I took with me to college where I received a degree in English – I am honored to be a member of the first high school graduating class.”

Howard collaborated on the book with his wife, Laurie Shock, who has produced more than 200 books including Isaac Asimov’s Library of the Universe. The two shared the writing responsibilities for the book, Shock writing the early

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history section and Howard writing from Tucker Street to the present and future of the school. Shock also designed and produced the book, created the timeline, and restored the painting of Josiah Watson, the school’s founder.

Working closely with several people at the school, including Assistant Head of School for Institutional Advancement Phil Higginson, Director of Strategic Communications Penny Rogers, and principle collaborator Associate Director of Communications Susan Washburn, Howard and Shock worked on the book for just under two years before it was complete. The book launch was held at the North Carolina Museum of History on Sept. 27, 2012, and the reaction has been enthusiastic and rewarding.

“I felt a huge responsibility when Laurie and I took on this project,” said Howard. “I’ve never worked on a project where I had such a personal investment in the subject matter, and I wanted to both honor the school and pay tribute to its impact on my life.”

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Full Service Convenience

North Raleigh’s Very Own DMV Handles Vast Array of Driver Needs

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Many residents might not be aware, but North Raleigh has its own convenient full service Division of Motor Vehicle office offering customers an array of motor vehicle needs, along with professional and courteous service.

“It is our pleasure to serve every customer we assist, and we enjoy doing so,” said Tracy Hawkins, senior examiner at the North Raleigh Division of Motor Vehicles Driver License Office. “If you are in the

neighborhood, and need DMV services, please visit us at the North Raleigh DMV where we strive to make your visit as pleasant as possible.”

The 11 North Raleigh DMV office employees provide a variety of services at the 4,425 sq. ft. facility including written tests and road tests used to qualify applicants for a North Carolina driver license. The driver license examiners are also trained and qualified to verify a variety of federal legal presence documents, national and international identification documents, Social Security Administration documents, as well as state residency and insurance documents. Once applicants are tested according to their individual requirements

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(age, restrictions, driving record, etc.), examiners issue temporary driving certificates, which allow North Carolina driving privileges until the applicant’s permanent driver license is delivered by mail.

Hawkins recommends customers first check the website www.ncdot. gov/dmv to find out what is required for the type of service needed. Once that is determined, she recommends calling the office and making an appointment. “We are here to deliver quality driver license services, promote highway safety, and furnish timely and accurate information by providing

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excellent customer service, enforcing motor vehicle laws and maintaining the integrity of official driver license records,” said Hawkins.

Hawkins explained that staff members in this office and all other DMV offices are expected to treat each customer in a professional manner. “As public servants, we have the responsibility of trust that requires total commitment to courtesy and competency in dealing with our customers and each other,” she said, “even when faced with disgruntled customers and the occasional unusual request to, for example, bring their dog along for their driving test or to stop and get gas or cash from an ATM during the test.”

As Hawkins explained, customers can expect excellent and exemplary customer service at the North Raleigh DMV at all times.

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‘When Breast Cancer is Present, and Insurance is Not’

Innovative Pretty in Pink Program Provides Hope, Cancer Treatment Pretty in Pink Foundation’ mission is clear, but the road ahead is daunting.

“Our mission is to save lives by linking low-income, uninsured individuals to treatment services for breast cancer,” said Bernadette Pickles, Regional Project Manager. Since it was founded in 2004, Pickles said the Foundation has assisted more than 1,300 people in North Carolina with lifesaving medical care.

As impressive as those numbers might be, much more can be done if additional funds are raised by the organization.

According to the Foundation, nearly 20 percent of women in North Carolina have no health insurance coverage — and more than 14 percent live at or below the federal poverty level. Adding to

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the statistical impact is that nearly a third of North Carolina households are managed by single or divorced women with limited financial resources.

Pickles said Pretty In Pink is unique, being the only non profit agency in North Carolina that serves individuals (primarily women, but also men) with breast health issues through a one-stop program that includes community referrals, case management, education and targeted outreach programs, and most importantly, a network of physicians and healthcare practitioners that provide breast cancer treatment at no cost to the clients. “For every dollar donated, Pretty In Pink receives nearly 10 times that amount in medical care,”

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she said. “Our agency recruits breast specialists and surgeons. We negotiate reduced fee-for-services in imaging and advanced diagnostic scanning procedures, such as CT’s and PET’s. The network offers advanced procedures for clients — including surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy — uncompromised by the client’s ability to pay.”

In fact, more than 163 physicians in 71 counties across North Carolina now volunteer their services -- and 63 medical facilities drastically reduce fees enabling Pretty In Pink to leverage dollars efficiently. Which, of course, makes raising funds even more important

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because of the value of the dollars to save lives, Pickles noted. “Our most recent fundraisers in North Wake County — ‘Dancing for the Pink’ (September in Wake Forest) and ‘Kanki Old Wake Forest Road’ (October) were both fantastic events,” she said. “Our next ‘Dancing’ event already is scheduled for Sept. 28, 2013. If you love to dance and listen to great music, this is the place to be on the last Saturday in September.”

Several additional fundraising events are set for the holiday season this year, including a fishing tournament and a New Year’s gala: • North Carolina Bass Federation (Northern Region) is sponsoring the Fundraising Fishing Tournament on Dec. 1 at Nutbush Ramp on Kerr Lake.

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Pretty in Pink team, left to right: Joy Wade, Project Manager, Wilmington Office; Bernadette Pickles, Regional Project Manager; Penny Lauricella, Executive Director; Amanda Danchi, Marketing

• On Dec. 31, Cyndi Chastain Entertainment is presenting its inaugural New Year’s Eve Silver & Gold 2012 Event at the Grand Marquis Ballroom. The event features live music, DJ, dancing, hors’ doeuvers, cash

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bar, prizes, a silent auction and more. For information, visit www.chastainentertainmentllc. com or call 919-263-9455.

Pickles said a full slate of events is scheduled for 2013 as well, with details available at www.prettyinpinkfoundation. org. “Securing sponsorships and raising funds is our number one priority now, because requests for assistance come into the Foundation faster than do donations,” she said.

Pretty in Pink was born when a compassionate physician donated services to patients who lacked insurance coverage for breast cancer treatment. Lisa Tolnitch, a breast surgeon at Tolnitch Surgical Associates in Raleigh, then gained support for her efforts from colleagues, who also donated services. Pickles said what began as a professional courtesy became an innovative program that provides hope, treatment, and guidance and closes the expanding gap in access to health care.

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Saks Annual North Raleigh Event Honors ‘Myself: Together Again’

Carole Radziwill from Bravo TV series Housewives of New York

More than 100 guests in North Raleigh recently honored “Myself: Together Again” at the annual “Key for the Cure” event at Saks Fifth Avenue at Triangle Town Center.

The annual event has been hosted by Saks since the store’s opening in 2004.

Each year Saks spotlights one charity or organization in each store’s community to receive a portion of the sales proceeds for the “Key for the Cure” weekend event.

M: TA founder Debbie Horwitz is a well-known resident in 919 and an author, advocate and breast cancer survivor. Through her own experience, Horwitz was not prepared for what a double mastectomy and reconstruction would look like. Her goal was to help educate other women who face the challenges related to breast cancer surgery and reconstruction.

The $100-per-plate event was hosted

by Saks General Manager Susan Gorman.

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Tables of 10 were adorned with flowers by Davenport Flowers of Five Points, and each place-setting included luxurious gift bags with goodies from Jo Malone and Sisley.

As an honoree, M: TA received 100 percent of the proceeds from the T-shirt sales. Additionally, 2 percent of the weekend’s entire sales proceeds at Sak’s Fifth Avenue in Triangle Town Center were donated to M: TA. Keynote speaker at the event was

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Carole Radziwill of the hit Bravo television network reality show “The Real Housewives of New York City.” Author of the New York Times best seller “What Remains” and a television journalist for ABC News, she was married to Anthony Radziwill, a nephew of Jackie Onassis Kennedy. Radziwill courageously battled cancer with his wife by his side. Carole Radziwill shared their story and excerpts of her memoir

with the audience, particularly about the pain of losing best friends, John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy in a fatal plane crash, and then losing her husband three weeks later. Her book is about her journey of fate, friendship and loss.

For more information on Carole Radziwill and her book, visit www.caroleradziwill.com For more information on M:TA email info@myselftogetheragain.org or

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Young participants in the recent UNC Lineberger Pediatric Oncology & Hematology Clinic’s “Get Heeled 5K” benefit race are all smiles as they flash their medals, donated by Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh, located at 2431 Spring Forest Road.

Participants in 24th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope this fall at Angus Barn Restaurant in North Raleigh

Celebrating Oktoberfest at St Raphael’s in North Raleigh in October 30

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Supporters at The Pink Effect Breast Cancer Awareness Heels on Wheels Fun Fall Bike Ride and Walk at Shelley Lake in North Raleigh

Millbrook High School students acting in scene from the fall play, “Death Takes a Holiday”

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Amazing Discoveries, Prices

Tatiana’s Fashions Features New, Gently Used Designer Clothing and Accessories

Tatiana’s Fashions Profile OPENED: August 2012 ADDRESS: 13200 Strickland Road, Suite 106 WEBSITE: www.tatianasfashions.com EMAIL: tatianasfashions@yahoo.com PHONE: 919-615-1340 FACEBOOK: Tatiana’s Fashions

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Every item is selected with care to offer only the best quality in the latest styles at excellent prices.

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There’s a new women’s clothing boutique in North Raleigh specializing in upscale women’s designer clothing and accessories at amazingly low prices.

Tatiana’s Fashions is where discriminating shoppers can discover new or gently used designer and name brand quality clothing from labels such as Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, Chico’s, Coldwater Creek, Loft, Express, DKNY, and Talbots. Owner Tatiana Boswell – originally from Belarus, and an avid shopper of both retail and consignment stores for her entire life – explained, “I am thrilled to own and work in an environment surrounded by beautiful clothing and accessories.”

Tatiana pays cash for gently used women’s designer fashion clothing, shoes, handbags, accessories, and designer perfumes. Most women have items hanging in their closet and in their drawers that simply don’t get worn, and Tatiana gives these items a second life. “If you have nearly new garments and accessories that you no longer need, we would love to buy them from you,” she said.

Tatiana’s business philosophy stems from her belief that buying recycled clothes is better for our planet and leaves less of a carbon footprint. Tatiana’s Fashions also recycles hangers, bags, and plastic wrap covers, and donates any unsold items to women who are victims of domestic violence. “Recycling clothes is a great way for those on a budget, or smart shoppers, to save money,” said Tatiana.

Tatiana’s Fashions is a family affair and is co-owned by Tatiana and her husband, Tom Boswell. Daughter Kate takes care of the clothes, manages advertising, and purchases supplies, while son Igor, who lives in Belarus, created the business website and provides technical support.

The Boswells take great pride in providing clients a unique shopping experience in a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere where the sales staff is always happy to help. “Every item is selected with care to offer only the best quality in the latest styles at excellent prices,” said Tatiana. With inventory that changes daily, Tatiana’s Fashions is a one of a kind destination filled with unexpected discoveries.

Tatiana’s Fashions is located at 13200 Strickland Road, Suite 106, in Raleigh.

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25 Years of Service

To North Raleigh

A.E. Finley YMCA Focuses On

Healthy Spirit, Mind and Body For Youths and Adults

For 25 years, the A.E. Finley YMCA in North Raleigh has served the community – putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for both youths and adults at its 73,000 sq. ft. facility on Baileywick Road, just off Six Forks south of I-540.

In this issue of 919 Magazine, Branch Executive Director Tony Campione provides an in-depth look at the people, the events, the activities, and the overall membership of the local institution. In his position for five years, Campione is originally from Allentown, Penn., and has lived in Raleigh since 1989.

Why was the North Raleigh YMCA named after A.E. Finley?

A Conversation with A.E. Finley YMCA Branch Executive Director Tony Campione:

Businessman and philanthropist Albert Earle Finley came to Raleigh in 1926 as salesman for a heavy equipment company. In 1929, he and his business partners founded Raleigh Tractor and Truck Co.; and, in 1931, he started his own firm, the North Carolina Equipment Co. He soon became a benefactor to hospitals, churches, colleges and universities. Finley was a generous supporter of the development of Raleigh’s YMCA facilities. He chaired the YMCA Building Fund in 1958 – leading to the construction of a modern building on Hillsborough Street. In 1980, he provided support for the expansion of the Hillsborough Street facility, as well as a new building in Southeast Raleigh and, later, what eventually became the A.E. Finley YMCA in North Raleigh.

What is the history of North Raleigh’s A.E. Finley YMCA?

How is the A.E. Finley YMCA and its activities funded?

The A.E. Finley branch of the YMCA of the Triangle Association (along with the four Durham branches, the Alexander Family YMCA, the Cary Family YMCA, the Johnston Co. YMCA, Kerr Family YMCA – including the YMCA at The Factory, the Kraft Family YMCA and the YMCA of Garner) originated in 1986 as a summer day camp destination for what was known then as the Hillsborough Street YMCA. Campers were bused here each day from the Hillsborough Street YMCA and met in camp shelters on the property for outdoor activities. The first permanent structure was built here in 1989 when all the Raleigh YMCA properties, including Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer on the North Carolina coast, were renamed the Capital Area YMCA Inc. After some additions, including family programs and aerobics wings, our current facility was recently renovated in 2011 to update the lobby and wellness areas with more open areas, additional seating, an internet café, more natural light and a wider main staircase. In January, we will start a yearlong celebration to honor our 25th anniversary.

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Our core programs – land, buildings and equipment – are funded by membership dues and capital campaign gifts.

Our outreach programs that serve underprivileged families are financed through gifts to our annual “We Build People” campaign held each fall. Over the past 25 years, this volunteerled campaign has raised more than $6.6 million. One hundred percent of this money goes back into the community to provide financial assistance for all our programs including: • Youth programs, such as summer camp and after school.

• Programs for kids with special needs.

• Teen leadership programs.

• Literacy programs for elementary ages.

• Homework assistance, exercise and Type 2 diabetes education to middle schoolers.

• Quality of life programs, such as LiveStrong to help cancer survivors build muscle mass, strength, flexibility and endurance during and after treatment.

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What is the overall purpose of the YMCA? Our Y mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, compels us to address and strengthen foundational community needs. We do this through most of the programs located within our walls that focus on our members, healthy living and youth development – and others, that extend beyond our walls, that focus on nurturing the potential of children and teens, improving the community’s health and well-being, and providing support to our neighbors.

What facilities are at the A.E. Finley YMCA? Membership includes access to a 73,000 sq. ft. facility with resources and guidance to help members maintain or improve their physical activity, health and wellness including: • Indoor pool with 10, 25-meter lap lanes; outdoor pool with 25-yard lap lanes; waterslide; and separate toddler pool.

• Two basketball courts and an indoor walking/running track.

• Group fitness and cycle studios, featuring more than 100 classes a week for a variety of fitness levels.

• Strength training and cardio fitness areas with free weights, resistance circuit and cardio equipment.

• Steam room, spa and sauna.

• Drop-in childcare (while parents are in the facility).

• Certified personal trainers to assist in achieving and maintaining fitness goals through education, direction and motivation.

• Nutrition counseling with a registered dietician to produce an individualized diet plan to meet an individual’s goals.

What is the staffing at the A.E. Finley YMCA? We have 500 employees, 25 professional staff and 1,200 volunteers. Our branch is supported by a volunteer-led advisory board, which is comprised of 25 representatives from our community. We have an executive branch director and four associate directors who oversee youth programs, membership programs and operations.

What volunteer opportunities are available at the A.E. Finley YMCA? We offer our members a rich opportunity to be part of a cause and share our commitment to youth development, healthy living and giving back to the community. Yearround volunteer opportunities include: Coaching, refereeing, mentoring, tutoring, fundraising, swim instruction, 38

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scorekeeper, ambassador and more. Seasonal opportunities include: Our Presents of Peace project that provides gifts for needy families at Christmas; TOMS Day Without Shoes that donates shoes to needy children in other countries; the Y Life Triathlon and the Y Life Swim Meet, which celebrate the endurance and self-esteem it takes for kids to set a goal and achieve it. We also host food drives, school supplies drives and events with community partners – such as Healthy Communities Day, which provides free health screenings to youths in our outreach camps; the American Heart Association Heart Walk; and the YMCA Kids Marathon Mile during the annual City of Oaks Marathon.

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What are the most popular programs at the A.E. Finley YMCA? Our youth programs, by far, are the most popular programs throughout the year: • Each summer our Finley Day Camp hosts more than 500 campers a week (the largest in the Association) with specialty camps for all ages, including sports, nature camps and special needs..

• Camp G.R.A.C.E is a summer day camp for children with Pervasive Development Disorders or autism, which is subsidized by our “We Build People” program.

• Each year we serve almost 5,000 children in youth sports, from teeball/baseball in the summer, to soccer in the fall, to basketball in the winter. These programs are supported by about 850 volunteer coaches.

• Our Tracking Out programs serve all year-round and modified schools in our area and School’s Out Special Days (SOS) provides coverage for holidays/teacher workdays.

• Our swim lessons for infants to adults teach more than 2,000 individuals a year to swim.

• YOTA (YMCA of the Triangle) Swim team is a year-round competitive swimming program with levels ranging from novice to international levels.

The Finley Fliers is a fun-oriented competitive summer swim program.

Some of the youths from our branch have gone on to attend the Olympic trials and medal in the Olympics.

• Discovery Kids Preschool is a half-day program held nearby at the North Raleigh Church of the Nazarene that stresses creative leaning, music and movement, pre-writing and reading readiness, devotions and more.

• YMCA Guides & Princesses is comprised of more than 13,000 fathers and their children who participate in small groups – known as tribes – and make up the Arapahoe Nation.

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9216 Baileywick Road Tony Campione 1986 73,000 sq. ft.

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A.E. Finley YMCA Goals Short-Term Listening to our community and taking action to bridge the gaps in community needs by: • Continuing to be driven by our mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

• Going beyond traditional “swim and gym” four-wall concepts to reach more people.

• Developing partnerships with other organizations that can expand the Triangle’s opportunities and services for education, leadership development and healthy living.

• Providing financial assistance for YMCA programs, as well as fully subsidized programs for targeted neighborhoods in our community.

• Working side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Long-Term • Become a regional leader and advocate for extracurricular education support.

• Improve health and reduce obesity in the Triangle.

• Provide exceptional quality programs and facilities supporting health and well-being.

• Become the premier regional organization for community volunteerism and leadership development.

• Reach new communities or constituencies through innovative programming.

Residents are invited to serve as program volunteers, assist with events, coach or serve as mentors in our outreach camps and programs.

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What are the more unique or special events or activities at the A.E. Finley YMCA?

What might surprise people the most about the A.E. Finley YMCA?

These events are open to members, some to non-members with a fee, and some to guests at various times during the year: • Ramblin’ Rose (May) – Sponsored by Endurance Magazine and held at our camps, A.E. Finley YMCA is the only Raleigh tour stop for this allfemale women’s sprint triathlon for ages 14-plus.

• Energize (June/July) – A 12-week program dedicated to helping children ages 6-18 reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

• Finley Freedom Festival (June/July) – This is our July 4 celebration, open to members and nonmembers, that starts with food, music and games and ends with a spectacular fireworks display.

• Finley Frenzy Youth Triathlon (August) – For ages 4-14, this community event involves training provided by certified instructors for participants and opportunities for parents and families to volunteer together to help out with the race.

• Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less (JuneSeptember) – A 12-week weight management program that helps adult members and nonmembers achieve a healthy lifestyle that lasts.

• Dog Day of Summer (Sept.) – On the weekend after Labor Day, we host dogs of all sizes for a full day of swimming, Frisbee throwing and dog walking around the neighborhood.

• Trunk or Treat (Oct.) – Our fall celebration with play stations and crafts and trick or treating from member car trunks located in our parking lot.

• Adult social dance classes (various times) – Given several times during the year, these classes are led by an experienced instructor and culminate in a social and connection with the dance community.

• Reindeer Run (Dec.) – Our Christmas celebration for members and their families that includes a fun walk, with many fun activities along the way – followed by a photo opportunity with Santa Claus.

• Multisport Club (year-round) – Comprised of YMCA members, this club supports adult athletes interested in either swimming, biking and/or running, or a combination of all three.

• LiveStrong at the Y (various times) – A 12-week program open to members and non-members led by certified instructors designed to help adult cancer survivors achieve their holistic health goals.

Many of our programs are run by volunteers in our community; in fact, our branch enjoys the services of more than 1,200 people who serve as program volunteers, branch volunteers, mentors, sports coaches, special events coordinators and fundraisers.

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We offer our members a rich opportunity to be part of a cause and share our commitment to youth development, healthy living and giving back to the community.

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How can 919 residents become members of the A.E. Finley YMCA? Joining is easy: Potential members can take a tour, try a class with a free guest pass, and then build the membership they need, for themselves or everyone in your household. We have no contracts, just a one-time joining fee and monthly fees. Our joining fee helps cover facility maintenance and improvements and can be paid in four equal payments. We offer branch memberships, as well as a Triangle membership – which includes membership to all YMCA of the Triangle branches. We offer financial assistance based on need to reduce the joining fee and/or monthly fees. Our staff can discuss financial assistance with you.

What is the relationship of the A.E. Finley YMCA and other YMCAs in the area?

The Capital Area YMCA merged with the YMCA of GreaterDurham to form the YMCA of the Triangle in 2001.

Currently, The YMCA of the Triangle serves Wake, Durham, Lee, Johnston and Pamlico counties, with 13 branches and three overnight camps. Each branch has the same mission and cause, and offers similar programs with unique additions determined by the demographic it serves. With purchase of a Triangle membership, members can enjoy unlimited access to the programs, classes and amenities at all the YMCA of the Triangle branches in Wake, Durham and Lee counties.

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››› 919 COMMUNITY Park Centre Spa Celebrates Its One-Year Anniversary As part of Park Centre Spa one-year anniversary, Park Centre Spa is offering several discounts, special services, giveaways and an open house at its North Raleigh location.

The open house is scheduled for Dec. 2-8 at 8300 Health Park, Suite 131, and includes:

Reilly Leads Millbrook High PTSA Melissa Reilly is the 2012-2013 Millbrook High School Parent Teacher Student Association president.

Other board members include Beth Johnson, executive vice president; Jody Gross, vice president of active fundraising; Susan Bradshaw, vice president of passive fundraising; Leslie Koscielniak, treasurer; and Anne Rogers, secretary.

For more information or to volunteer, call 919-850-8787

• Introduction of Naturopathica, a new skin care product line; • A new menu of services; • Enrollment fees waived on new spa memberships (for one week only); • Book two of the new services and save 10 percent, or book three and save 15 percent; • A Facebook contest Dec. 2-24, allowing all individuals who “like” Park Centre Spa page entry into a contest to win a mini spa membership (three months of VIP membership with choice of services); • Free product samples, and free Visia Comlexion Analysis • Free SKIN Q&A seminars at 11 a.m. Dec. 4 and 6 p.m.

Dec. 5.

The spa’s “12 Days of Shopping Event” also is under way (continuing through Dec. 4), and includes a different daily special – from gifts in the boutique to services and gift certificates.

For more information, visit www.parkcentrespa.com

‘Raffle Extravaganza’ Fundraiser To Help Fund Cyclists Foundation A “Raffle Extravaganza” to raise funds for the Adam Little Foundation is planned for 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Carolina Ale House in Brier Creek.

Dozens of items will be given away at the event, and Carolina Ale House plans to donate 15 percent of food sales to attendees to the Foundation as well.

The Adam Little Foundation was founded in memory of Adam Little, a cyclist from Mt. Pleasant, NC, who was struck and killed by a distracted driver as he commuted to work. The Foundation’s goals include making bicycling safer in North Carolina, and make motorists more aware of bicyclists.

For more information – including a list of raffle items

Jellybeans Offers Skate Camp for Kids Ages 3-5 Jellybeans Super Skate Center now offers a “Mommies Morning Out” camp session for ages 3 to 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays.

The camp sessions include private skating lessons, craft and games – and lunch is provided. Cost is $35.

Jellybeans is located at 10701 Common Oaks Drive in the Wakefield Plantation area.

New Indoor Aquatic Center Opens in Northeast Raleigh Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center – an indoor, regional facility – opened recently in Northeast Raleigh, featuring 6,000 sq. ft. of swimming areas, a three-story water slide, and more.

Located at 5908 Buffaloe road, the $8 million complex also includes a zero-depth entry pool, lap lanes, a lazy river, a water vortex, tot-sized water features, a water curtain, a volleyball net, basketball hoops, and concessions.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission ranges from $3 to $7 for Raleigh residents, depending on age – with long-term passes available.

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The U.S. flag unfurls at the Ravenscroft 150th Homecoming earlier this year

Photos courtesy of Chris Watters

Ravenscroft Marks 150th Homecoming Ravenscroft hosted its 150th Anniversary Celebration Homecoming game in spectacular fashion in October, as the pre-game festivities featured bagpipe players, a giant American flag, skydivers, and a victory for the home team.

A duo of bagpipe players from Wake & District Public Safety Pipes and Drums led the pre-game processional, which included several inductees from Ravenscroft’s Alumni Sports Hall of Fame, members of the Upper School Key Club, and school community members who have a military or public service background.

The group unfurled a huge U.S. flag as sophomore Stephanie Wiehe played Call to Color on the trumpet and recording artist John Bower (Ravenscroft Class of 2003) sang the national anthem.

A team of four skydivers then delivered the game ball, the U.S. flag, and Ravenscroft’s 150th Anniversary flag. North Carolina State Sen. Neal Hunt -- a Ravenscroft alumnus -- was on hand to accept the flag, alongside Head of School Doreen Kelly and varsity football Head Coach Ned Gonet.

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Ravenscroft Head of School Doreen Kelly and Sen. Neal Hunt -- a Ravenscroft alumnus -receive the flags brought in by skydivers at the homecoming football game.

Lafayette Village Tree Lights Dec. 1

Open House at Stonehenge Market

Lafayette Village’s 2nd annual Tree Lighting ceremony is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 1 – featuring traditional holiday carols, a visit from Santa, and dozens of specials at village merchants.

Stonehenge Market on Creedmoor Road in North Raleigh plans a Holiday Open House 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 8, featuring Santa Claus, horse and carriage rides and more.

Actual tree lighting is expected at 7 p.m., but throughout the evening visitors can enjoy Peach College Carolers, spending time with Santa between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., and checking out the stores, shops and restaurants.

Lafayette Village is located at 8450 Honeycutt Road, just off I-540 and Falls of Neuse Road. Visit www. lafayettevillage.com for more information.

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Triangle Ladies Power Lunch Benefits Breast Cancer Group

More than 100 women met at the Triangle Ladies Power Lunch in October at North Ridge Country Club in North Raleigh to network, shop and benefit the Pretty in Pink Foundation.

According to the organization’s website, the lunch is dedicated to showcasing successful women throughout the Triangle. A guest speaker is featured each month to offer insight and wisdom, along with a dose of humor.

In addition to the luncheon and speaker, tables are set up offering a wide variety of products and services that are promoted and owned by women.

For more information or to register and attend the next Triangle Ladies Power Lunch, visit www.

Elise Johnson, author of “You Never Cook Alone” Photos courtesy of Katelyn McKay Photography.

Marina Lee From Gigi’s Cupcakes with NC Secretary of State Elaine Marshall

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Jubala Village Coffee (located in Lafayette Village) has partnered with Lynn Road Elementary School on a fundraiser, which gives local residents and supporters of the school the opportunity to purchase “Lynn Road Lion’s Pride Blend” branded coffee – with a portion of the proceeds going to the school.

Visit www.jubalavillagecoffee.com or www.lynnroades.wcpss. net for information or to order…Two North Raleigh high school students attended the 4-H Citizenship North Carolina Focus event in Raleigh, learning about government and community involvement. Sarah Morgan, a Sanderson High School student, and Chloe Pacyna, a student at Ravenscroft, both participated in the prestigious gathering…The annual Animal Blessing Service was conducted in September at Millbrook Baptist Church, located at 1519 E. Millbrook Road in North Raleigh. Visit www. milbrookbaptistchurch.com for more information…A new Greek and Middle Eastern restaurant opened at 5645 Creedmoor Road in North Raleigh. Tarbouch is owned by Taher Abualhawa, who also operates Baba Ghannouj at Triangle Town Center…

Sona MedSpa opened in October at 9104 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 310…A new Hibernian Irish Pub is expected to open soon at 8021 Falls of Neuse Road in North Raleigh. Other Hibernian Irish pubs currently are located in Glenwood South and Cary…

Ryan Kidd, a junior at Sanderson High School, was selected as a member of the National Honor Society. The son of Kevin and Vesna Kidd of Raleigh, he is also a member of the Academy of Finance and Air Force JROTC program…Ravenscroft students named as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists include Chris Brajer, Alex Cooley, Kyla Babson, Ryan Carr, Max Sminkey, Kate Sweeney, Calley Mangum, Claudia Meyer, and Elizabeth Schricker. In addition, Ravenscroft’s Matthew Wyckoff, son of Brad and Sandy Wyckoff, was awarded a Progress Energy Carolinas Merit Scholarship…Sanderson High School student Erin Jones recently served as a page in the North Carolina State Senate. She is the daughter of Sonya McKaig…

Millbrook High School student Brian Brooks was named a National Achievement Scholarship Semifinalist for 2013…

PianoRAMA, located at 6900 Six Forks Road, plans “Piano ‘Try It’ Classes” Jan. 15-16 and Feb. 5-6 for ages 50 and older.

Tuesday classes are at 11 a.m., with Wednesday classes at 7 p.m.

For information, call 919-781-3220 or visit www.pianoramanc. com…Three Millbrook High School students served as pages for the North Carolina State Legislature. Cameron Ruffin, daughter of Yvette Ruffin, spent a week with the State Senate.

Erin Brooks and Jackson Kaplan served in the State House of Representatives. Brooks is the daughter of Todd and Maureen Brooks. Kaplan is the son of Harry and Dona Kaplan…

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››› 919 FIELD TRIP Hiking Biking Fishing Boating Picnicking and More!

Lake Crabtree County Park Offers Great Outdoors Only Miles Away A beautiful lake-front setting, plenty of amenities, and opportunities to fish, boat, hike, mountain bike, picnic, play volleyball and horseshoes, study nature – or just take in the great outdoors and watch the water.

It’s all available at Lake Crabtree County Park, a 215-acre site adjacent to the 520-acre flood control lake fed by Crabtree Creek, located only minutes from the North Raleigh area.

The park hosts more than seven miles of trails for one of its primary activities: Year-round mountain biking. Among the variety of trails in the park: • The Old Beech Nature Trail, a 0.6 mile interpretive walking trail.

• Paved trails that are easily accessible to all park visitors.

• The multi-purpose Highland Trail loops, open to mountain bikers, hikers and joggers.

• The Lake Trail, for hikers only.

But Lake Crabtree park, located at 1400 Aviation Parkway in Morrisville, offers visitors much

more than just hiking and biking.

Among the other activities: • Individual picnic tables (with and without grills) scattered throughout the park.

• Three group picnic shelters, available for a fee – each adjacent to restrooms, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, and volleyball courts (horseshoes, badminton, volleyball and softball equipment is available).

• Catch-and-release fishing from the pier and platform (including a Tackle Loaner Program).

Lake Crabtree County Park Profile ADDRESS: 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville PHONE: 919-460-3390 EMAIL: lakecrabtree@wakegov.com WEBSITE: www.wakegov.com/parks ENTRANCE FEE: No charge GENERAL HOURS: 8 a.m.-sunset, 7 days a week

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• A year-round launch for fishing, sailing, rowing and paddling boats. In addition, the park rents sailboats, rowboats, pedal boats, canoes and kayaks from mid-April through mid-October.

The park is open year-round (except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year’s Day) for seven days a week from 8 a.m. to sunset – although some seasonal changes occur. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, and no overnight camping or lake swimming is allowed.

Admission to the park is free.

For additional information, call 919-4603390, email lakecrabtree@wakegov.com, or visit www.wakegov.com/parks.

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Carolina Ballet’s The Nutcracker Raleigh Memorial Auditorium 2 East South St. 919-996-8700 www.carolinaballet.com

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Scandinavian Christmas Fair 10 am-5 pm Traditional crafts and food, Nordic imports, Lucia Procession, folk costume show, music, children’s activities.

Admission: Adults, $7; children free under 13.

NC State Fair Grounds (Holshouser Building) 1025 Blue Ridge Rd. 919-824-2335 www.scanfair.org

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Wake Forest Biennial Christmas Historic Home Tour 2 pm-8 pm; admission: $20 (stroll down the street, listen to holiday music, ride a horse and buggy, visit a decorated home.

Historic downtown Wake Forest 919-435-9516 awanman@wakeforestnc.gov www.wakeforestnc.gov

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Tree Lighting at State Capitol

12/1

5 pm, music begins 6:15, lighting ceremony North Carolina’s governor, accompanied by children, lights the State Christmas on Union Square.

Downtown Raleigh.

919-733-4994. www.ncstatecapitol.org

Lafayette Village Tree Lighting

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5 pm-8 pm Enjoy a visit with Santa Claus, carolers and dozens of specials and happenings at village merchants.

Lafayette Village 8450 Honeycutt Road www.lafayettevillage.com

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Winterfest at the Market 11 am-5 pm Free event to benefit Safe Child includes bouncies, photos with Santa, more then 30 craft vendors, a DJ, face painting, balloon twisters, a silent auction, more.

Wake Forest Shopping Center 12243 Capitol Blvd 919-817-0550 www.winterfestatthemarket.com

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Wake Forest Downtown Holiday Open House 10 am-5 pm Enjoy free horse and carriage rides, refreshments and special offers at participating downtown stores and restaurants.

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Lighting of Wake Forest

12/8-9

41st Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour 1 pm-7 pm Walk through the past as 11 historic homes open their doors to visitors.

Tickets: $20 advance; $30 day of show www.historicoakwood.org

12/16

Carols on the Keys Piano Concert 3 pm; admission: $10 (seniors, students: $8) Four professional pianists present Christmas music on four grand pianos.

Christ Baptist Church 400 Newton Rd 919-573-5454 jane@christbaptist.org www.christbaptist.org

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Carolina Wonderland Express Exhibition allows visitors to travel through a wintery Carolina. Toy trains chug along more than 400 feet of rails.

Admission: $3 Museum of Life and Science 433 Murray Ave, Durham 919-220-5429 www.ncmls.org

6 pm-8 pm This year’s ceremony features the lighting of a 30-foot Christmas tree by Mayor Vivian Jones, followed by the arrival of Jolly Old St. Nick Performances by local choirs, horse and carriage rides. Bring a canned food item to help restock Tri-Area Food Pantry.

Town Hall Centennial Plaza 301 S. Brooks St 919-435-9415 www.wakeforestnc.gov

Christmas Tree Sales

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12 pm-7 pm, Mon-Fri 9 am-7 pm, Sat-Sun “Cut your own” opportunities, or select other cut varieties at this commercial tree farm.

2813 Mount Vernon Rd 919-848-8264 www.boycefarms.com

Holiday Open House 1 pm-4 pm Special discounts, Santa & entertainment.

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A Beautiful Dish, That Looks Great on the Holiday Table

e is beautiful Michelle Marsh’s Fruit Trifl icious. del and – le for the holiday tab ally ors is so inviting, especi flav it fru “The combination of h. dis rsh said about the after a heavy meal,” Ma North Raleigh about k City, Marsh moved to Originally from New Yor fruit dish, she also enjoys creating this delightful a year ago. Aside from her Jamaican heritage). (which she attributes to tasting new spicy foods Emmy-nominated Raleigh’s WRAL-TV, is an Marsh, a news anchor at on stations in y she worked at televisi news reporter. Previousl nded Syracuse Binghamton, NY. She atte Magna Atlanta; Albany, NY; and rsit Unive y, graduating Cum Laude from the S.I. lic Newhouse School of Pub BS a h wit ns atio Communic . in Broadcast Journalism for ing par pre m Aside fro nal sio fes pro and ys ida the hol enjoys also rsh Ma , lism rna jou l reading, traveling, musica and nts eve g rtin theater, spo in dancing. “I have trained dance n der mo and nte poi , tap . for many years,” she said

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919 FOOD BREAK ‹‹‹ Michelle’s Fruit Trifle Ingredients 1 pint Fresh blueberries 1 loaf (16 oz.)

Pound cake, cut into bite-size pieces

2 cups Chopped fresh strawberries 1 can Peaches, diced 3 Kiwi, sliced 1 tub (16 oz.)

Reduced-fat whipped topping

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Instant vanilla pudding mix

4 cups Milk

Directions In a deep, clear glass bowl or trifle bowl, spread a layer of pound cake chunks. Scatter the cake with chopped strawberries in a thin layer. Sprinkle the strawberries with a layer of blueberries, followed by a layer of diced peaches, then kiwi slices and top with half the pudding. Layer with a dollop or two of whipped topping – then repeat layers until all the cake and fruit has been used. Finish trifle with a layer of whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate until chilled (about one hour).

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5. Buy safe toys.

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To keep kids safe, make sure to choose age appropriate toys and look for labels with safety advice. For young children, avoid toys with small parts, sharp edges, and electric toys that can heat up. Always purchase safety gear in addition to sportsrelated gifts or ride-on toys, such as bicycles or skateboards. Electric toys should be UL/FM approved. Toys with sharp points, sharp edges, strings, cords, and parts small enough to be swallowed should not be given to small children.

Sanity!

6. Prevent holiday fires.

Every holiday season, fires claim the lives of more than 400 people and cause more than $990 million in damage. Keep the family safe by using nonflammable decorations, not overloading electrical sockets, and take care when using lit candles.

If displaying a live Christmas tree, water it regularly. If displaying an artificial tree, look for a fire-resistant label. Turn off all Christmas lights when retiring for the night or leaving the house (the lights could short out and start a fire).

13 Tips for a Safer, Less Stressful Holiday Season Get your holidays off to a great start! Use our tips to help make your planning, shopping, and celebrating more fun, safe, efficient – and less stressful.

1. If traveling by air, don’t wrap gifts.

Travelers can get through airport security line faster by traveling with unwrapped gifts and following the 3-1-1 rule when carrying on liquids (3.4 oz. bottle of liquid or less; 1 quart-size clear, plastic bag; and 1 bag per person.

2. Keep food safe.

Though convenient to entertain a crowd, holiday buffets left out for long periods of time invite bacteria that cause foodborne illness. It’s best to use shallow containers – and never leave foods sitting out for more than two hours.

3. Avoid the holiday blues.

Though holidays are a joyous time of the year for many people, the season also can make it more stressful – especially for individuals who are depressed. Exercise, focusing on positive relationships, and doing things that are rewarding can help.

4. Give the gift of service.

Often, the greatest gift is to give to service to others.

Spending three hours a week reading to a child, results in that child being twice as likely to score in the top 25 percent in reading. Working to secure food donations for a local soup kitchen or food bank directly provides meals to hungry individuals.

7. Pay attention to portion sizes.

It can be hard to choose healthy foods when the holidays are filled with temptations, such as cookies, candies and pies. One way to maintain a healthy weight over the holidays is to enjoy your meals — but avoid oversized portions. It’s also important to balance food choices with physical activity to avoid weight gain.

8. Save money with LED holiday lights.

Electricity bills can grow during the holidays, but if light-emitting diode, or LED, holiday lights offer a quality alternative to traditional lights and save both energy and money. The Department of Energy estimates that if every household switched to LED holiday lights, the U.S. would save at least $410 million in electricity costs.

9. Celebrate on a budget.

The holidays can be expensive, but it’s not necessary to break the bank to celebrate. Taking a few minutes now to plan holiday spending could prevent taking on debt. Start by creating a holiday spending plan, keep track of what you spend, avoid impulse purchases, and leave the credit cards at home.

10. Protect the home.

Don’t let the rush and excitement of the holiday season result in carelessness in protecting the home from potential criminals. Be extra cautious about locking doors and windows when leave the house; use automatic timers for lighting; and keep gifts and other valuables out of site through windows.

11. Tend the fireplace.

Before lighting any fire, remove all greens, boughs, papers and other decorations from fireplace area. Check to see that the flue is open. Use care with “fire salts,” which produce colored flames when thrown on wood fires. They can contain heavy metals that can cause intense gastrointestinal irritation and vomiting if eaten. Do not burn wrapping papers in the fireplace — a flash fire may result as wrappings ignite suddenly and burn intensely.

12. Take extra care with children and pets.

Start with a Christmas favorite: Poinsettias. Known to be poisonous to humans and animals, keep them well out of reach. Keep decorations at least six inches above the child’s reach. Watch children and pets around space heaters or the fireplace.

Do not leave a child or pet unattended. Store scissors and any sharp objects that you use to wrap presents out of your child’s reach.

13. Shop and plan early.

Parents are busy, couples are busy, working adults are busy…everyone’s busy – and the holidays just get busier. A number of reasons exist to get shopping done early: Take advantage of early sales; avoid the crowds; get the best selection, before the most popular items sell out. Experts say planning out purchases well in advance – even before Halloween – will make it easier to get the shopping done in a less stressful way.

SOURCES: www.usa.gov; www.cpsc.gov; www.about.com; Los Angeles Police Dept.

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Mirian Captures Special Moments, Creates Memories Seyed Mehdi Mirian specializes in capturing that special moment, place or event creating a lifetime memory.

“I have been interested in art since I was very young,” said Mirian. “It was only a matter of time before I realized that I wanted to pursue a career in the arts.”

Staff photographer for 919 Magazine’s editions in Brier Creek, Leesville/Creedmoor Road, and North Raleigh (Six Forks/Falls of Neuse), Mirian also owns and operates Mehdi Mirian Photography.

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starting his own successful product line, studied piano, taught himself bass guitar, drew and painted, and picked up photography as a hobby. “During my years as the sales and marketing manager for my family’s business, what I enjoyed the most was the contact with customers,” explained Mirian. “My love for art and my experience working with people influenced my decision to start my photography career.”

Mirian earned his professional freelance photographer diploma from the New York Institute of Photography, worked freelance for weddings, modeling, portraiture, and social and sporting events. As staff photographer for 919

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Magazine, Mirian said, “I enjoy the contact with the interesting people I have had the opportunity to meet, and I am very proud of being part of a company that promotes local business growth.”

Mirian knows that being a photographer is more than taking good pictures. He takes special care to connect with people to capture the essence of the moment. “Depending on the occasion, my approach can go from storytelling to a more creative and staged or elaborated scene,” said Mirian. “I strongly believe that it is important to capture the emotion and mood expressed in people’s faces and body language. If the photograph is telling a story, it will allow you to relive that special moment with all of its emotions.”

Mirian can be reached at 919-7241459 or smmirianphoto@gmail.com.

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MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL WINTER SPORTS PREVIEWS Men’s Basketball

We expect to compete for the CAP 8 Conference Championship and hope to get hot again and make a great play-off run like the past two years.

HEAD COACH Scott McInnes YEARS IN MHS POSITION 12 OTHER COACHES Chris Davis 2011-12 RECORD 21-7 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Sectional Champions COACH’S OUTLOOK We have two returning starters: Andrew Ezebuiro, who is a 6’4” senior; and Rob Brown, who started last year as a freshmen, who is 6’7”. They will be joined by 6’10” Jake Wilson. Shooting guards Carlee Clemons and Brandon Goldsmith will also lead the way with great defense and hard work. We expect to compete for the CAP 8 Conference Championship and hope to get hot again and make a great play-off run like the past two years. We were Sectional Champions in 2012 and Eastern Champions in 2011.

HEAD COACH Brian Schneidewind YEARS IN MHS POSITION 9 OTHER COACHES Virgil Givens, Scott Wofford,

Chennel Currence 2011 HONORS Women’s team finished 22nd in state, with Crystan McLymore 5th in triple jump and Iesha Daye 6th in shot put Men’s team finished 21st in state, with Richard Miller 2nd in 1000.

COACH’S OUTLOOK We’re excited to see what kind of leadership this year’s upperclassmen will provide.

Men’s, Women’s Swimming

Women’s Basketball

HEAD COACH Gregory Lawless YEARS IN MHS POSITION 10 OTHER COACHES Brandi Barber 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Both Men and Women placed third in CAP 8 Conference Championship. Men’s team finished in 6th place at NC State Championship meet.

2011-12 HONORS CAP 8 All-Conference: Hannah Stahmer, Elizabeth Underkoffler, DAvid Craig, Michael Hammack, Chris Kohut, Paul Rill 4A East Regional: David Craig, 2nd place 200 IM; 3rd place 500 free; Men’s 200 free relay 2nd place; Men’s 400 Free Relay 1st place 4A State Championship: David Craig, 4th place 200 IM; 4th place 500 free; Men’s 200 free relay 4th place; Men’s 400 Free Relay 3rd place COACH’S OUTLOOK We are looking to build upon last year’s success in the postseason meets. We are only losing five seniors from last year’s team and expect our underclassmen –especially our fresh men – to make up for their graduation.

Gymnastics HEAD COACH Rachel Katz-Garland YEARS IN MHS POSITION: 2 2011-12 PLAYOFFS CAP 8 Champions;

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State Championships COACH’S OUTLOOK We hope to continue our run from last year as CAP 8 Conference Champs again and look to take on a State Championship title.

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Indoor Track & Field

HEAD COACH Chris East YEARS IN MHS POSITION 16 (22 overall at MHS) OTHER COACHES Kevin Holland, Aisha Brown, Dee Dee Matthews, Nikita Warren, Cassandra Walton, Rebekah Brammer 2012 RECORD 31-2 2012 PLAYOFFS NCHSAA 4A State Champions, defeating West Forsyth 57-40 HONORS All eight seniors verbally committed to play college basketball (Courtney Best to Campbell; Bria Day to Syracuse; Briana Day to Syracuse; Ryan Flowers to UNC-Wilmington; Brianna Hinton to Barton College; Mykia Jones to Wake Forest; Katelyn Mitchell to UNC-Pembroke; and Alex Tomlinson to Wingate) COACH’S OUTLOOK The Millbrook Wildcats are looking forward to defending their 2011-2012 state championship title.

Wrestling HEAD COACH Scott Saby YEARS AS HEAD COACH 15 OTHER COACHES Heath Allen, Ford Baker, David Beller, Bill Churchwell, Carl Hoverstad 2011RECORD

18-6 2011 PLAYOFFS Defeated (by Durham Jordan), first round COACH’S OUTLOOK Our expectations are to win the CAP 8 Conference Championship and reach other team and individual goals.

The continued development of the JV program will be beneficial to the growth of our program. We expect continued improvement in the classroom and on the mat.

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Men’s, Women’s Swimming & Diving

Men’s Basketball HEAD COACH Mike Shaw YEARS IN POSITION 6 CAREER RECORD 59-75 OTHER COACHES Steve Klein, Jeff Symes 2011-12 RECORD 13-14 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Lost to Garner in first round 2011-12 HONORS Two players on all conference team RETURNING STARTERS Reggie Traywick, Sr; Parker

Fennema, Jr; Will Judy, Jr;

Ellis Oakley, Jr RETURNING LETTERMEN 5 COACH’S OUTLOOK With four returning starters from a very competitive team from last year, we expect to have an exciting group who plays well together and can compete with anyone.

Wrestling HEAD COACH Jeremy H. Barefoot YEARS IN POSITION 9 OTHER COACHES Adam Barefoot, Jonathan

McCoy, Alex Johnson, Calin

Riley, Marcus Felton, Jesse Schilling 2011-12 RECORD 21-4 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Sweet 16, second round 2011-12 HONORS Two-time defending conference champions and conference tournament champions COACH’S OUTLOOK The future is bright for this young Spartan team! We are in the hunt for our third consecutive conference title and prepared to make a deep run in the playoffs. The goal is conference championship and no less than nine individual state qualifiers.

Indoor Track & Field HEAD COACH YEARS IN POSITION OTHER COACHES

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Troy Baker 2 (7 years coaching at SHS) Bobby Hostler (pole vault); John Williams (distance); Jonathan McCoy (throws) COACH’S OUTLOOK Sanderson has 12 returning boys and 10 girls who are expected to be competitive.

Newcomers are five USATF youth runners who have competed as high as the national level.

HEAD COACH Chris Mumma YEARS IN POSITION 3 OTHER COACHES Lindsay Mumma,

Ginny Kimball (team manager) 2011-12 RECORD 9-6 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Set eight new school records last year, and qualified nine events to the state swim meet; finished 9th overall among 24 teams at regional competition; had divers qualify to the regional meet and had three divers finish in the top 12, and one move on to state meet; qualified more swimmers last year to the regional meet than ever in school’s history 2011-12 HONORS Five swimmers who were Academic All-American, and four All-Conference athletes COACH’S OUTLOOK We have strong captains, a large class of seniors, and up-and-coming underclassmen who are all looking forward to a great season.

Women’s Basketball HEAD COACH Glenn Frazier YEARS IN POSITION First full year OTHER COACHES Raymond Hammond (Asst/JV

Head Coach), Brian Duffy (Asst),

Zach Turley (JV Asst) 2011-12 RECORD 20-9 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Regionals COACH’S OUTLOOK I feel that we have an opportunity to continue doing some really good things, and build on the foundation that has been established. We will take it one game at a time and try to get better each practice.

Gymnastics HEAD COACH Melissa Hinkel YEARS IN POSITION 5 2011-12 PLAYOFFS 3rd in CAP 8 COACH’S OUTLOOK I love being around the girls, and I love teaching them gymnastics. My goal is to teach them the fundamental skills of gymnastics and allow them the opportunity to enjoy it at the same time. I run my team like a club, not a high school team, and I encourage them to work together. There are 14 girls on the team total, and I’m looking forward to 3-5 girls competing this year.

With four returning starters from a very competitive team from last year, we expect to have an exciting group who plays well together and can compete with anyone.

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work, we could match or exceed last year’s win total.

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Men’s Basketball HEAD COACH Kevin Billerman YEARS IN POSITION 13 CAREER RECORD 277-92 OTHER COACHES John Dover, Phil Robinson 2011-12 RECORD 31-4 2011-12 PLAYOFFS NCISAA 3A State Champions 2011-12 HONORS Won first state championship since 1980; won 6th straight TISAC Conference regular season and tournament titles; won second straight HighSchoolOT.com Holiday Invitational tournament championship; one of eight teams selected for ESPNHS National High School Invitational RETURNING STARTERS Marcus Bryan (Sr, 6-7, PF/C) RETURNING LETTERMEN Marcus Bryan (Sr, 6-7, PF/C);

Matt Quesenberry (Sr, 5-10, G) COACH’S OUTLOOK: Led by Marcus Bryan, one of the top players in the state, I expect this team of young players to come together and be very competitive with what may be our most challenging schedule ever.

Women’s Basketball HEAD COACH Shon Hardy YEARS IN POSITION 4 OTHER COACHES Kari Wong, Amanda Brown 2011-12 RECORD 20-12 2011 PLAYOFFS TISAC Tournament Champions (lost in quarterfinals of the state tournament ) 2011-12 HONORS Elle Stumpo, All-Conference COACH’S OUTLOOK We have an athletic team that should be competitive. I look for us to compete for the conference championship. With hard

HEAD COACH Garrett Cummings YEARS IN POSITION 6 OTHER COACHES Ed Durham 2011-12 RECORD 17-10 (dual meets) 2011-12 PLAYOFFS 8th (out of 17 teams) 2011-12 HONORS State Tournament: Ian Hicks, 2nd (182); Matt McDowell, 3rd (220); Jamal Carson, 4th (HWT) COACH’S OUTLOOK The Ravens will field a young team with one senior and one junior, so we will have to rely heavily on the lower weight classes. Senior Jamal Carson has been with us since 7th Grade and will provide experience and leadership.

Men’s, Women’s Swimming HEAD COACH Greg Warren YEARS IN POSITION 8 OTHER COACHES Jessalyn Crawford 2011-12 RECORD Women: 16-0; Men, 3-10 2011-12 PLAYOFFS Women: 1st place, TISAC Conference Championship, 3rd place at NCISAA State Championship; Men: 4th place at TISAC Conference Championship, 11th place at NCISAA State Championship 2011-12 HONORS Claire Fuscoe, Madeline High and Chloe Mikles were allconference last year COACH’S OUTLOOK Our Women’s team has added some talented younger

...I expect this team of young players to com together and be very competitive with what may be our most challenging schedule ever.

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First in Sight Provides Care, Guidance For Proper Assessment and Best Results As the owner of First in Sight Optometry and Optical, Dr. Timothy Sult believes he is as much an educator as a clinician regarding all aspects of eye care. “Our mission is a commitment to excellence in providing patients the care and guidance they need in making informed decisions about the health of their eyes and choosing the right products to maximize vision performance,” said Dr. Sult.

Using state of the art technology, Dr. Sult provides a careful assessment of each patient’s current ocular health status. After combining those results with an understanding of their visual needs and desires, he applies his expertise to recommend treatment that best accomplishes the goals in the most convenient and affordable way. “Listening carefully to my patients provides more than half the data needed to solve their problems,” Dr. Sult explained. “Spending just a little extra time during patient testing more than doubles the accuracy of the results.”

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Dr. Sult has been practicing optometry in Raleigh since he graduated from Indiana University School of Optometry in 1988. He and his wife Jacqui have two children, Bridgit, age 10, and Soren, age 6, with whom he spends as much time as possible outside

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Listening carefully to my patients provides more than half the data needed to solve their problems. Spending just a little extra time during patient testing more than doubles the accuracy of the results.

DR. TIMOTHY M. SULT of his professional practice. “My young family keeps me on my toes, ever refining my levels of patience and compassion – which ultimately strengthens my abilities to interact with patients of all ages,” said Dr. Sult.

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North Raleigh Author’s Latest Book Now Available Having flunked English 101 twice at North Carolina State – before eventually passing with a D, and securing his degree in English/ Journalism – Eddie Jones didn’t exactly see a clear path to success in his chosen field…so he went into sales.

But the North Raleigh resident continued to write on the side, including a successful boating column for a North Carolina magazine, and today he is a successful, award-winning author. His 11th book, “Dead Man’s Hand”, is now available at Barnes & Noble Booksellers and Amazon.com.

The first installment in the Caden Chronicles mystery series (published

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by Zonderkidz), the story follows Nick Caden, a 14-year-old savant whose vacation takes a deadly turn for the worst, leaving Caden in the middle of an unsolved murder. With a 4.5 rating by Amazon. com, the 224-page novel is geared toward young adults (ages 9 and up).

“My inspiration for ‘Dead Man’s Hand’ came from Ghost Town in the Sky,” said Jones, referring to the theme park in western North Carolina. “I loved walking around that Old West ghost town, watching the gunfights and pretending I was Jessie James.”

Jones has a heart for young readers, especially boys. “Boys act out, cut up

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and engage with their world through action and aggression,” he said. “But books are built around dialogue, creating scenes and examining the connection between characters – all skills that require creative thinking and mental imaging. If we can get one boy to read one book, help one young man to think creatively, we have invested in our future – all for the price of one book.”

Jones, a graduate of Millbrook High School and former staff member at the “Cat Talk” school newspaper, is currently writing the second book in the Caden Chronicles series, and is also working on a pirate fantasy series for young adult readers.

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Dr. Clark, an NYU graduate, has been practicing dentistry for 21 years. He also owns Brier Creek Dental and opened this second location in April of 2011 in order to provide patients in this area with better dental care. Dr. Hays joined the practice after graduating from West Virginia University with a doctorate in dental surgery.

Together, they are committed to providing every patient with the best level of care coupled with detailed information on any recommended treatments. “Our philosophy of dentistry enables us to offer treatment focused on helping people reach their optimum health,” said Dr. Hays.

Mini City Dental offers all types of general and cosmetic dentistry (including routine and preventative treatments), minor and major restorative services, as

well as mercury free fillings, extractions, root canals, dentures, partials, flexible partials, porcelain crowns, bridges, and whitening.

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Our patients are our family, and we strongly believe in making them feel at home when they visit our office.

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questions and concerns. “Elizabeth makes you feel like family the moment you walk through the door,” said Dr. Hays. Monica and Christina,

dental assistants, help patients feel as comfortable as possible throughout their dental visit, while Jennifer, a dental hygienist, provides each patient with professional and thorough care.

The professional staff at Mini City Dental takes the time to provide individualized care and thorough explanations in order that each patient understands what to expect. “We want to make sure our patients leave our office with a full and complete understanding of their treatment plan,” said Dr. Hays.

Mini City Dental is located at 4558 Capital Blvd Suite B, Raleigh, NC 27604.

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Almost 30 PERCENT of North Carolina residents are obese.

A new detailed study released by The Trust for America’s Health notes that, between 2008 and 2010, obesity rates in the Tar Heel state were 29.4 PERCENT – and almost 26 PERCENT of adults remained inactive in their daily lives.

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE STUDY: 17 PERCENT of North Carolina’s population was uninsured in 2010, the 16th highest in the U.S. 17.7 PERCENT of the state’s high school students in 2009 used tobacco products, while 21.8 PERCENT of high school students suffered from asthma.

North Carolina in 2010 had the eighth highest number of cases of tuberculosis (296).

NEW PROGRAM FIGHTS YOUTH OBESITY Duke University and UNC-Chapel Hill are launching a five-year, $3.3 MILLION PROGRAM to work with licensed child-care providers to help lower youth obesity rates.

Funded by the National Institutes of Health, the effort will enroll 150 family child-care homes within 100 miles of the campuses in the new “Healthy You, Healthy Home, Healthy Business” or “H-3” program.

The program begins in 2013.

LAUNCHES NEW

$3.25 BILLION FUNDRAISING EFFORT

Duke University officials launched a $3.25 billion fundraising campaign with strategic goals that include enriching the Duke experience, activating Duke's power for the world and sustaining the university's momentum.

The comprehensive campaign, "Duke Forward: Partnering for the Future," will support priorities across Duke's 10 schools, Duke Medicine and a range of university programs.

"The generosity and vision of our supporters have propelled our rise to the very top tier of universities," said Duke President Richard H. Brodhead.

"Through Duke Forward, we will capitalize on our university's spirit of innovation and partnership to help shape new solutions and train the leaders and problem-solvers our world requires."

The campaign, co-chaired by trustees Anne Bass, Bruce Karsh and David Rubenstein, is expected to run until June 30, 2017. It is the first university-wide campaign since the Campaign for Duke, which ended in 2003 and raised $2.36 billion.

A new website, www.dukeforward.duke.edu, illustrates the priorities of the campaign, features campaign news and highlights opportunities for university supporters to become involved.

Duke Medicine, including the Duke University Health System, School of Medicine and School of Nursing, is a significant part of the overall campaign, with a $1.2 billion goal focused on improving human health through innovative research, rapid translation of discovery, forward-thinking education, evidence-based practice and eliminating health disparities locally and globally.

NC IN TOP 10 NC FILM PRODUCTIONS

SURPASS 2011 Film productions in North Carolina already have eclipsed 2011’s recording setting numbers for in-state spending.

As of summer 2012, the North Carolina Film Office had received notification from more than 35

PRODUCTIONS regarding filming in the Tar

Heel state this year, according to the North Carolina Film Office. Officials said the projects are expected to have a direct in-state spend of more than $300 million – while creating 15,000-PLUS

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OPPORTUNITIES, including more than 3,300 crew positions for the state’s skilled film professional workforce.

Production has taken place or was scheduled to take place in 30 OF THE STATE’S 100 COUNTIES this year with highlights including Iron Man 3, Safe Haven, We’re the Millers, The Warren Files (The Conjuring), The Occult, Jessabelle and the independent features You Are Here and Writers. Television production has also increased with cameras rolling on the second season of the award winning series Homeland and two new series, Banshee and Revolution, as well as the most recent season of The Bachelorette.

National commercials for Under Armour, ESPN and Mountain Dew have also lensed in the state.

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COAL-FIRED POWER PLANS Residents of North Carolina rank eighth nationally, in terms of exposure to toxic air pollution from coal-fired power plants.

According to an analysis by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), the report also found a 19 percent decrease in all air toxics emitted from power plants in 2010, the most recent data available, compared to 2009 levels. The welcomed drop, which also includes a 4 percent decrease in mercury emissions, results from two key factors: The increasing use by power companies of natural gas; and the installation of state-of-the-art pollution controls by many plants (in anticipation of new health protections by the Environmental Protection Agency).

In the second edition of “Toxic Power: How Power Plants Contaminate Our Air and States,” NRDC also found that coal- and oil-fired power plants still contribute nearly half (44 percent) of all the toxic air pollution reported to the EPA’s Protection Agency’s Toxics Release Inventory. The report also ranks the states by the amount of their toxic air pollution levels.

Kentucky, Ohio and Pennsylvania top the list of states whose residents are most exposed to pollution from power plants. Other states listed as worse than North Carolina were Indiana, West Virginia, Florida and Michigan.

NRDC is an international non-profit environmental organization with more than 1.3 million members. More information is available at www.nrdc.org.

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Highlights from the current issues of 919 Magazine 919 Magazine: Brier Creek/RTP/RDU/East Morrisville Edition • Holiday spotlight on the Durham Rescue Mission’s Bargain Center in Brier Creek.

• Helene Foundation assists families with mothers undergoing cancer treatments.

• PCHS Outstanding Student Hayley Pierce inspired by her family to be successful.

• Dana Peles honored by Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

919 Magazine: Leesville/Creedmoor Road Edition • Local Heroes — RFD and DHFD protect property, families.

• Boyce Farms offers opportunity to cut own Christmas trees.

• Lauren White already a track champion as 9th Grader.

• Leesville Band gets a big invitation to perform in London.

919 Magazine: Wakefield/Falls Lake Edition

• Australian family finds they are happily at home in Wakefield, USA. • Paula McChristian shares enthusiasm for school and community.

• Unwind, explore, play and learn — all at Durant Nature Park.

• Full-time Spanish immersion preschool prepares children for next steps.

Full Schedule Set at Anne Gordon Active Adult Center North Raleigh’s new Anne Gordon Active Adult Center at Millbrook Exchange Park – named for retired Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department employee Anne Gordon – opened in early November, and a full schedule of activities are planned in December and January.

Among the events planned at the new 4,466 sq. ft. center: • Bingo for all ages: Jan. 4-25 (10 a.m.-1 p.m. every Friday).

Cost is $1 for three cards or 50 cents per card.

• Bridge for active adults: Jan. 1-May 7 (1 p.m.6 p.m., every Tuesday and Friday).

• Thursday Theater, for 50 and older: Jan. 3-31 (10 a.m.-12 p.m., every Thursday).

Fee is $2. Call 919-807-8525 for a movie schedule.

For a complete list of activities, visit www.raleighnc.gov, or call 919996-4720 for more information.

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The percentage of Americans living in metropolitan areas will increase by roughly a third over the next three decades, according to a new study by Global Insight – and North Carolina’s two largest metro areas both are predicted to be among the top 10 fastest growing.

In the study, metro Raleigh-Cary is listed with a 2012 population of 1,194,100, which is expected to grow by 86.5 percent by 2042, to 2,227,300. That ranks it third on the fastest growing cities list.

Charlotte-Gastonia-Rock Hill metro area’s population will increase from 2012’s 1,830,400 people to 3,014,900 in 2042 – a 64.7 percent increase, ranking 10th on the list.

Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos (Texas) topped the 30-year population growth list, followed by Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale (Arizona). After Raleigh-Cary were Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario (California), Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford (Florida), Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta (Georgia), Las Vegas-Paradise (Nevada), Salt Lake City (Utah), and Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington (Texas).

SOURCE: Global Insight

Best Cities for Jobs in U.S.?

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Raleigh-Cary ranks seventh on a 2012 Forbes Magazine listing of the best “Big Cities” for jobs.

Austin, Tex., topped the annual list, leading several Texas cities to dominate the Top 10: Houston placed second, with Fort Worth fourth, and Dallas-Plano-Irving sixth.

Salt Lake City finished third, San Jose fifth, Pittsburg seventh, Nashville ninth, and Oklahoma City tenth.

SOURCE: Forbes

North Carolina’s Business Climate: 3 Best in U.S. rd

Trailing only Texas and Florida, North Carolina was selected as having the third best business climate in the U.S. The annual listing compiled by Chief Executive Magazine asked 650 business leaders to evaluate the 50 states in terms of workforce quality, taxes, regulatory environment.

Tennessee, Virginia, South Carolina, Georgia, Indiana, Utah, and Arizona followed North Carolina.

$1 Billion Visitor Spending Increases

In Wake County, Triangle Wake, Orange and Durham counties saw a double-digit increase in spending by visitors and tourists in 2011.

A new study by the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Travel Association said the spending increased 11 percent over the previous year. In Wake County, 10.7 million visitors poured more than $1 billion in the local economy.

SOURCE: Department of Commerce, U.S. Travel Association

14.25 MILLION NC State Park Visitors Match All-Time Record

North Carolina's state parks and state recreation areas again attracted huge crowds in 2011, with 14.25 million visits -- matching the all-time record set in 2009.

The numbers reflect a slight increase over 2010. Studies show that visitors spend an average of $23.56 a day when visiting a state park, which amounts to more than $400 million a year impact.

"State Parks make a strong contribution to North Carolina's tourism economy as well as to the economies of the local communities in which they're located," said Lewis Ledford, state parks director. Their continued record attendance reflects the value that North Carolinians and visitors to this state place on outdoor recreation and our natural resources."

Raleigh-area state park 2011 visitor numbers included: • Falls Lake State Recreational Area – 8 percent annual increase, attracting 863,023 visitors in 2011.

• Jordan Lake State Recreational Area – 21 percent annual decrease, attracting 872,967 visitors in 2011.

• William B. Umstead State Park – Slight annual decrease, attracting 881,180 visitors in 2011.

SOURCE: North Carolina Division of Parks and Recration.

Greenest Cities?

Raleigh Ranks

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Raleigh fared well, evaluated as number five on the list of the "Nation's Eco-Friendliest Cities".

San Francisco topped the list. Also ahead of Raleigh were Oakland, San Jose and Las Vegas. Rounding out the top 10 were Columbus, Seattle, Kansas City, Denver, and San Diego.

SOURCE: Thumbtack.com

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