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The Cover

Planners

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Musician, Writer, Philanthropist

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Unwind, Explore, Play, Learn

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10 Tips to Better Health

4 Publisher’s Notes 30 Yearbook 40 Community 42 Spring Sports Preview 48 FIeld Trip 57 Advertisers Index 57 Along the I-540 Corridor 58 919 Region 59 Bulletin Board 62 919 Final Bell

Crown Trophy Believes Customers Deserve Best

Get 2013 Off to a Better Lifestyle With These Ideas

Features 12

Enjoying the Southern Lifestyle After Decade in Africa, Ulrich Family Now at Home in Triangle

On the Cover

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Emmy-Nominated Kevin Holmes

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Blessed with A Beautiful Voice

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Working for Safer Streets

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A Commitment to Service

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TLC for Bikes Fills Need

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Spreading Love and Joy

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Learning and Growing

Community Events School Events Extracurricular Activities Community Sports

Departments

Explore Natural Beauty of Durant Nature Park

Service, Selection, Value

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State Golf Championship Only Part of Student’s Accomplishments

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Sam, a North Raleigh resident, takes a rest during a hike at Durant Nature Park

North Raleigh Resident Dedicated To Hard Work and Community

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14-year-old KK Fritsch Already A Very Accomplished Performer Adam Little Foundation Strives to Protect Cyclists

Lois Hamilton Meets Tax Needs Of Individuals, Small Businesses

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Gary Smith Cares for Customers Like They’re Part of His Family Gigi’s Cupcakes Offers 30 Varieties Baked Fresh Daily

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Trinity Academy of Raleigh Features Excellent Academics

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››› 919 NOTES

Publisher

Suzy Beth Sarver

Keeping it Fresh and Healthy It’s 2013, and we are so excited!

919 Magazine has roared onto the scene and we want to thank the residents of North Raleigh for a great first year. Every time I’m out in the community visiting with clients, friends and neighbors – or meeting someone new – I’m thrilled to see the publication in your home, on your coffee table, or at your business. Thanks so much for keeping it local.

This edition marks the start of a healthy new year with several interesting articles conducive to an improved lifestyle. We start by taking you outdoors for fresh air and sunshine year round at Durant Nature Park. Perhaps unknown to many local residents, the unique North Raleigh park is brimming with activities for all ages. Don’t miss it, beginning on Page 34.

Also be sure to check out our “10 Tips for a Healthier 2013” on Page 50, which gives 919’rs some suggestions on achieving a healthier lifestyle this year. From getting enough sleep, to making the right food choices, to losing a little weight – this easy-reading piece will jumpstart your efforts.

Among the other “don’t-miss” features in this issue: • A profile of The Ulrich Family, which spent a decade in Africa before moving to the Raleigh area. Their healthy approach to faith and community keeps this family centered. See it on Page 12.

• The Green Chair Project helps families in need, and keeps furniture and other household items out of landfills. Read about the effort, and co-founder and co-director Beth Smoot on Page 16.

• An up-close look at Jessica Kittleberger, a junior at North Raleigh’s Ravenscroft School – and a state champion golfer. The story begins on Page 10.

• Like to watch airplanes? This issue’s “Field Trip” feature reveals a great place to see the jets take off and land, listen to the pilots talk on the radio, and enjoy a picnic on a sunny day. Read all about RDU Observation Park on Page 48.

• It’s gaining popularity in North Raleigh. It’s readily available on a year-round basis. And it’s very, very healthy for participants of all ages. See all you need to know to become involved in water aerobics, beginning on page 24.

“Fresh and Healthy” are my key words this year. Keeping the friendships fresh and healthy, our love relationships fresh and healthy — spending more time with our kids, with our senior citizens. Look around your community, what does it need?

919 Magazine plans to keep it fresh, so continue to send us your stories, your great pictures, what you wish for the new year, and what you want to see and read about. If it’s local, fresh, and healthy, you can bet we will be there too. Because this is the 919, where we all Live…Work….and Play.

Here’s to your New Year!

Cheers,

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Graphics Sarah Carr Sandi Wood

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

FEBRUARY 2/1

Black History Month

2/3-26

Alphaeus Walker Exhibit 9am-10pm (Mon-Thu), 9am-1pm (Fri) Sertoma Arts Center 1400 West Millbrook Rd 919-420-2329 www.raleighnc.gov

2/5-26

Science Exploration 2-3pm on Tuesdays Age 3-5, ($40 fee) Greystone Community Center 7713 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 www.raleighnc.gov

2/1-22

Bingo 10am-1pm Fridays, ($2 fee) Anne Gordon Active Adult Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd www.raleighnc.gov

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Paint Your heART Out! 10:30am – 2pm, ($6 fee) Sertoma Arts Center 1400 West Millbrook Rd 919-420-2329 www.raleighnc.gov 919 Magazine NR

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Valentines For Everyone 8th: 10-11am; 9th: 12:30-1:30pm Age 3-5; ($6 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

2/9

2/14

Valentine’s Day

2/15

Survival Skills Age 8-12; 1:30-3pm, ($8 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

2/18

Visions of Vultures Age 6-12y; 2-3:30pm, ($5 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

2/26-3/26

Ballroom Strickly Latin 8:15-9:30pm on Tuesdays Age 16-up; ($40 fee) Sertoma Arts Center 1400 West Millbrook Rd 919-420-2329 www.raleighnc.gov

Building for Bluebirds Age 18-up; 1-3pm, ($10 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov February | March 2013

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MARCH 3/1-29

Bingo 10am-1pm, Fridays, ($2 fee) Anne Gordon Active Adult Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd www.raleighnc.gov

3/8,9

Leapin’ Leprechauns 8th: 10-11am; 9th: 12:30-1:30pm Age 3-5; ($6 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

3/23

Toad Abodes Age 6-12; 2-4pm, ($6 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

3/28

Wee Walkers Egg Hunt Age 1-5; 10-11am, ($1 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

Talent Show

3/29

Wake Co. School Holiday Good Friday

3/15

Campfire, Story, Marshmallow Roast Age 5-up; 6:30-7:30pm, ($1 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

2/8

3/30

Wilderness Survival Course Age 8-12; 2-4pm, ($8 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

All Day Event West Millbrook Middle 8115 Strickland Rd 919-870-4064 www.wmms.net

2/12

Open House For Rising 9th Graders Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Dr 919-881-4800 www.sandersonhs.wcpss.net

2/18

Wake Co. School Holiday Presidents Day

2/19

Magnet Curriculum Fair 6:30-8pm Millbrook High 2201 Spring Forest Rd 919-850-8787 www.mhs.wcpss.net

3/17

St. Patrick’s Day

3/19

A Family Walk in the Park 6-7:30pm; ($1 fee) Durant Nature Park 8305 Camp Durant Rd 919-870-2871 www.raleighnc.gov

3/31

Easter Sunday

SCHOOL EVENTS

2/21

Art Appreciation Night

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6-7:30pm Lead Mine Elementary 8301 Old Lead Mine Rd 919-870-4120 www.leadmine.wcpss.net

Egg Hunt

2/8

11am; up to age 10 Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4156 www.raleighnc.gov

2/23

6pm Lynn Road Elementary 1601 Lynn Rd 919-870-4074 www.lynnroades.wcpss.net

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Winterfest Dance 8-9pm Millbrook High 2201 Spring Forest Rd 919-850-8787 www.mhs.wcpss.net www.919Magazine.com

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7pm Sanderson High 5500 Dixon Dr 919-881-4800 www.sandersonhs.wcpss.net

6:30-7:30pm Ravenscroft School 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0900 www.ravenscroft.org

Band Concert

4th Grade Performance

2/27

3/12

7-9pm; $5 admission St. Timothy’s School (gym) 4523 Six Forks Rd 919-787-3011 www.sttimothys.org

Fox Road Elementary 7101 Fox Rd 919-850-8845 www.foxroades.wcpss.net

MS Talent Show

2/28

3rd Grade Musical 7pm North Ridge Elementary 7120 Harps Mill Rd 919-870-4100 www.northridgees.wcpss.net

4th Grade Symphony

3/13

Middle School Band Festival All Day Event Ravenscroft School 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0900 www.ravenscroft.org

3/14

International Festival 6-8pm Ravenscroft School 7409 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0900 www.ravenscroft.org

3/20

Fun Run/ Marathon 4-6pm Green Elementary 5307 Six Forks Rd 919-881-1390 www.gyr.wcpss.net

MARCH 3/5

Orchestra Concert 7-8pm Millbrook High 2201 Spring Forest Rd 919-850-8787 www.mhs.wcpss.net

3/23

Spring Carnival & Health Fair 12-4pm Lead Mine Elementary 8301 Old Lead Mine Rd 919-870-4120 www.leadmine.wcpss.net

2/3

Annual Super Bowl Party Raleighwood 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0326 www.raleighwoodmovies.com

2/10

Valentine’s Tea Party 12-2pm; ($25) Kidz Celebrate 6801 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-645-9799 www.kidzcelebrate.com

2/12, 3/12

Seniors Day 2nd Tues monthly; lunch & movie, $12 Raleighwood 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0326 www.raleighwoodmovies.com

2/16

The Village Idiots Improv 16 Tons 7 pm ($5); 9 pm (adults; $10) North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theater 7714-51 Lead Mine Rd 919-866-0228 www.nract.org

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Annual Academy Awards Gala Raleighwood 6609 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-847-0326 www.raleighwoodmovies.com

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3/7

Submit information about events at your school, church,club or organization.

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The Village Idiots Improv 2 Places at Once 7 pm ($5); 9 pm (adults; $10) North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theater 7714-51 Lead Mine Rd 919-866-0228 www.nract.org

NIGHTLIFE Feb/Mar

Aladdin’s Eatery Valentine’s Day Special Feb. 14-16 3-course meal for 2, $30 Wine Special Mon/Wed/Sun -- $5 gl, $20 btl 8450 Honeycutt Road 919-890-5440 www.villagegrillraleigh.com

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES Feb/Mar

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

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

REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS

FEBRUARY 2/6-27

Baseball -- Little Sluggers 5-5:45pm on Wednesdays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

Basketball – Little Shooters 5-5:45pm on Thursdays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov 919 Magazine NR

5-5:45pm on Mondays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

Basketball – Little Shooters

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Hockey – Little Goalies

3/4-25

Feb/Mar

Carolina Ale House

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Registration Raleigh Parks & Rec Office 2401 Wade Ave 919-831-6836 www.athletics@raleigh.gov

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

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Softball Registration Optimist, Millbrook Exchange, Community Centers 919-831-6836 www.athletics@raleighnc.gov

Adult Spring Softball

Village Grill

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

Youth Baseball/Slowpitch

2/25-28

Feb/Mar

Piper’s Tavern

2/11-22

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6:30-7:15pm on Mondays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4156 www.raleighnc.gov

3/6-27

Basketball – Little Shooters 5-5:45pm on Wednesdays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

3/7-28

Baseball – Little Sluggers 6:30-7:15pm on Thursdays Age 3-5yr; ($36 fee) Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4156 www.raleighnc.gov

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Volleyball - Introduction 6:30-7:30pm on Thursdays Age 7-10; ($35 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

WALKS, RACES and GOLF

ST. PATRICK’S DAY EVENTS

3/17

3/02

www.tobaccoroadmarathon.com

Saints & Scholars Irish Pub 909 Spring Forest Rd 919-878-8828

Tobacco Road Marathon

3/8-4/5

Football – Little Tacklers

St. Baldrick’s Benefit Event

3/16

6:30-7:15pm on Fridays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Millbrook Exchange Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4156 www.raleighnc.gov

Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day 12 pm Downtown Raleigh

3/11-4/1

Soccer – Little Kickers

3/17

5-5:45pm on Mondays Age 3-5; ($36 fee) Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 www.raleighnc.gov

The Wearin’ O the Green Festival Lafayette Village 8450 Honeycutt Rd www.lafayettevillageraleigh.com

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Musician, Writer, Philanthropist

State Golf Championship Only Part Of Kittelberger’s Accomplishments

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

In just 16 short years, Ravenscroft junior Jessica Kittelberger has earned more recognitions and awards than many people achieve in a lifetime.

Kittelberger, an award winning musician, writer, poet, golfer, and philanthropist, can now add NCISAA golf state champion to her growing list of accomplishments. “Going into the state tournament, I was never expecting to take the title; all I wanted was to play my best and tried only to play against the course, not my competitors,” said Kittelberger.

…All I wanted was to play my best and tried only to play against the course, not my competitors.

JESSICA KITTELBERGER Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography

During her round at Mid Pines in Pinehurst, the site of the championship tournament, Kittelberger felt she played solidly and enjoyed the other players in her group. Because she was among the first to tee off that day, she was the first to finish so had to wait a few hours for all the others girls to complete

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Jessica Kittelberger Profile AGE: 16 SCHOOL: Ravenscroft School (Junior) PARENTS: Reah and Keith Kittelberger RESIDENCE: Swan’s Mill SIBLING: Kyle, 18 (Dartmouth College) PETS: 1 snapping turtle; 7 box turtles INTERESTS: Golf, percussion, reading

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their rounds. “Then, the exciting news was announced, and I couldn’t believe my ears,” said Kittelberger. “I had won the NCISAA golf title! After all that hard work and dedication, I was exhilarated! I made myself, my family, my team, and my school proud.”

Along with winning the state title, Kittelberger was named conference and state player of the year. “These titles were never a goal, just a reward for her ‘sticktoitiveness’,” said mom Reah. “My husband and I are always so very proud of how determined and passionate she is to be her best.”

Kittelberger lives in Swan’s Mill with her mom Reah, a financial analyst; her dad Keith, a physician; and brother Kyle, who is currently a student at Dartmouth. At school, Kittelberger is the recipient of numerous academic, athletic, and music honors and loves to study Latin, English, music, and environmental science, which she

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said she may pursue as a future career. “I am very passionate about the environment around me, and I may want to pursue environmental law in college,” said Kittelberger.

“Jessica has always been an inspiration to me, and her internal strength is a gift,” said Reah. “Her passion shines in her academics, percussion, golf, and giving back to the community through her golf fundraiser.” Kittelberger is

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the organizer behind Golf for Promise, now in its fourth year (golfforpromise. kintera.org). To date, more than $30,000 has been raised to benefit the Promise Grant Program at NC Children’s Hospital. Kittelberger, always one to set her sights high, hopes to reach her goal of raising $20,000 through this year’s event to be held at the Governors Club on April 15, 2013.

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Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography

Enjoying the Southern Lifestyle

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

After a Decade in Zimbabwe, the Ulrich Family Now Calls Raleigh Area Home

After a decade serving as missionaries in Zimbabwe, the Ulrich family couldn’t be happier to have settled in the Raleigh area. John and Kelley and their two kids – Elisabeth, age 18, and Calvin, age 16 – chose the Shearon Farms neighborhood to make their home, while John serves as the pastor for Grace Community Church in North Raleigh. “Everyone has been so helpful, friendly, and welcoming,” said Kelley. “There are also lots of other families from different areas of the country and around the world, which we appreciate.”

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at Kmart. John was from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Kelley from Wichita, Kansas. With Midwest roots and after a decade in Africa, they eventually ended up in North Carolina. “We always said that we will go anywhere God sends us, but

we will never live in the Southeast,” said Kelley. “From this we learned two things: One, we had no idea how wonderful it would be here; and two, God definitely has a sense of humor.”

Now that they’ve settled into their southern lifestyle, the Ulrich family

We sometimes have a family drawing night, where we just clear the calendar and spend the whole evening drawing, or painting, or whatever we feel inspired to do artistically.

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is relishing the beauty of the area and the community feeling. They love to frequent local restaurants with friendly atmospheres and great food. The whole family loves to ski, and with both children into music and art, Kelley said, “We sometimes have a family drawing night, where we just clear the calendar and spend the whole evening drawing, or painting, or whatever we feel inspired to do artistically.”

They also love spending time at the beach, where they look for seashells, build sand sculptures, and swim.

Their greatest joy, however, comes from teaching, as Kelley explained, “helping people learn something or understand something for the first time, especially when it comes to faith.” She added, “Explaining to someone how much God loves them and seeing that spark of life in their eyes – to be a part of that moment is truly amazing.”

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››› 919 PERSONALITY PROFILE

Emmy-nominated Kevin Holmes Dedicated to Hard Work, Community

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Originally from Chicago, Emmynominated WRAL-TV news reporter Kevin Holmes is happy to be now living and working in Raleigh. “I love the accessibility of the Raleigh area,” said Holmes. “Everything is nearby, and people are friendly.”

Holmes, a graduate of Lake Forest College just outside of Chicago, received a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications and has worked professionally for over 10 years in Memphis, TN; Flint, MI; and now Raleigh. In addition to his on-air broadcasts, Holmes conducts research, interviews, and writes – all of which keep him busy with interesting and varied assignments. “The one thing I enjoy most is knowing no two days are the same,” said Holmes.

Holmes is a member of Fountain of Raleigh Fellowship Church, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and a mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle. It was during his tenure in Michigan that Holmes was first introduced to the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization, which helps children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships.

While attending a local function as a guest speaker, he was seated at the dinner table next to a 12 yearold boy with whom he immediately

clicked. Turns out, the boy was in need of a mentor, and Holmes seized the opportunity to take on that role.

He is happy to report that today that same boy is a successful and independent 20 year-old firefighter with a promising future. “Too often in our society, especially in urban areas, we have too many minority men without a male role model or just someone to show them the ropes and encourage them to achieve,” said Holmes. “I just want to help others because God knows I wouldn’t have accomplished half of what I have without help from someone.”

Kevin Holmes Profile RESIDENCE: PROFESSION: PETS: INTERESTS:

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North Raleigh WRAL-TV News Reporter Sox (9 year-old beagle) Music, music and music (all genres); also a lover of food, comedy and sports.

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Holmes emphatically credits his parents for instilling in him a dedication to hard work and a commitment to serving his community. “My parents are the hardest working people I know - they busted their butts to get an education and get to where they are while raising me,” said Holmes. In his free time, Holmes enjoys music, concerts, comedy, and sports, and as a Chicago native, is a self-proclaimed die-hard Chicago Bears and White Sox fan.

Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography

Too often in our society, especially in urban areas, we have too many minority men without a male role model or just someone to show them the ropes and encourage them to achieve.

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The Green Chair Project Offers ‘Hand Up’ To Those Needing Household Furnishings

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Founded in 2010, The Green Chair Project is doing its part to help families in need through repurposing gently used quality home furniture and furnishings. This Raleigh-based non-profit organization facilitates the process of taking the abundance of household furnishings that people no longer need or want and offering them for a nominal fee to people in transition to help them furnish their home.

Former professional real estate stagers Beth Smoot and Jackie Craig, founders and co-directors of The Green Chair Project, were inspired after seeing first-hand how many people who no longer have use for quality furniture and household items want their items to go to a “good home.” They also knew that many people were in need.

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and Beth decided to use their talents, energy, and love of service to meet a need in the Raleigh community.

“The mission statement of The Green Chair Project is ‘reusing furnishings, renewing lives’ – (and) this simple statement sums up our belief that one person’s extras can be used to bless others in need,” said Smoot, a North Carolina native.

With nearly 80,000 Wake County residents living at or below the poverty level, The Green Chair Project – through nominal program fees, individual donors, grants from foundations, churches, and corporations, periodic fundraising sales, and donations from the community – has helped more than 275 families create well equipped homes. Agency-referred families select their furnishings in a beautiful 17,000 square foot showroom located on Capital Boulevard filled with most everything needed to set up February | March 2013

a new home. “The Green Chair offers a ‘hand up’ rather than a hand out, as participants taking steps toward selfsufficiency pay a small furnishing fee,” explained Smoot. “That buy-in creates a personal investment in the furnishings, increasing the value to the recipient and instilling a sense of pride of ownership.”

Also founded on the principle of reuse and recycling, The Green Chair Project helps keep furnishings out of landfills. According to the EPA, furniture accounts for over nine million tons of waste in our landfills. “Since many of us have extra furniture and household items we don’t use, we can redirect those items into the hands of those in need, accelerating their journey to a new ‘normal,’” said Smoot.

To volunteer, visit www.thegreenchair.org.

Donated items are accepted at The Green Chair Project Showroom located at 1953 Capital Blvd. on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., and on the www.919Magazine.com

The Green Chair offers a ‘hand up’ rather than a hand out, as participants taking steps toward self-sufficiency pay a small furnishing fee.

BETH SMOOT Co-Founder and Co-Director,

Beth Smooth & Jackie Craig, Photos by Mehdi Mirian Photography

Beth Smoot Profile AGE: 48 EDUCATION: UNC Chapel Hill, BA (1986), JD (1992) RESIDENCE: Six Forks Hills FAMILY: Husband, David Smoot, PhD.;

Son, Jake (19); daughter, Hannah (17) PETS: Molly (Collie); Bagheera (cat) INTERESTS: Traveling, tennis, reading, crafts

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››› 919 STUDENT PROFILE

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Blessed with a beautiful voice and a little bit of luck, St. Timothy’s 8th Grader Katherine (KK) Fritsch already has an impressive list of accomplishments under her belt.

“Singing brings me the most joy in life,” said Fritsch. “It brings me comfort and allows me to express my feelings.”

Fritsch lives in Raleigh’s Country Club Hills and is the daughter of Tom Fritsch, a commercial real estate broker, and Suzanne Fritsch, an employee at St. Timothy’s School; and sister to Evan, a junior at St. David’s School.

Fritsch enjoys performing with the North Carolina Theatre Conservatory, dancing with the North Carolina Theatre Senior Dance and Live on Stage Elite companies, and – since the age of seven – singing the National Anthem regularly for the Carolina Hurricanes. These experiences have led to other exciting opportunities such as singing for the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Charlotte Bobcats, and performing for many charitable organizations. “My most memorable performance took place in Fayetteville where I performed for a U.S. Army combat troop headed off to Iraq,” said Fritsch. “I had the privilege of meeting many family members as well as the United States Secretary of the Army.”

Fritsch’s successes carry over to academics as well where, at school, she is a member of the National Junior Honor Society, the leadership program, yearbook committee, and the A Honor Roll – as well as having earned the Presidential Fitness Award each year since eligibility. Fritsch appreciates her school for the close community of teachers and classmates. “My favorite subject is literature mainly because my teacher, Mr. Nowak, makes the class really fun,” said Fritsch.

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Voice, 14-Year-Old Already

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Singing brings me the most joy in life. It brings me comfort and allows me to express my feelings.

KK FRITSCH Fritsch aspires to be a recording artist and, in her spare time, practices guitar and piano and creates original melodies and songs. According to mom, Suzanne, Fritsch owes much of her success to her terrific work ethic, professional manner, and humility. “It makes us proud when we hear from strangers how kind and humble KK is, and, of course, we’re amazed that she is so brave and confident,” said Suzanne.

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Katherine “KK” Fritsch Profile AGE: 14 SCHOOL: St. Timothy’s School (8th Grade) PARENTS: Suzanne and Tom Fritsch RESIDENCE: Country Club Hills, Raleigh SIBLING: Evan, 16 (St. David’s School) PETS: Randy and Callie (labradoodles)

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Working for Safer Streets Adam Little Foundation Strives To Protect Cyclists

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

Deb Thompson is on a mission to make North Carolina roads safer for cyclists.

In 2011, after her husband – an amateur bicycle racer – was struck for the third time by a passing vehicle, Thompson created The Adam Little Foundation. Fortunately, her husband recovered; but tragically, Adam Little, a 34 year old father of two from Mt. Pleasant, NC, was struck and killed by a distracted driver as he commuted to work.

“Adam’s death had such a huge impact on the entire cycling community in both North and South Carolina,” said Thompson. “Although I did not know Adam personally, I knew of him because he and my husband often rode in the same races, and I felt the organization should be named in honor of him,” said Thompson.

According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation, a bicyclist is struck by a motorist in the state every six hours, and Thompson cites lack of motorist education as the primary reason for the alarming

statistics. To make the most impact, the efforts of the foundation are focused on motorist education and awareness and include plans for billboard advertising, inclusion of a “Share the Road” curriculum for North Carolina driver’s education, development of simulation software for new drivers that includes how to share the road safely, and the Department of Motor Vehicles’ inclusion of hand signal testing along with signage testing for all license renewals.

Thompson, with the help of the board of directors – Mac Canon (Southern Pines), Rich Harper (Raleigh), Dean Hesterberg (Raleigh), and Shane Martin (Charlotte) – has secured the support of the North Carolina Outdoor Advertising Association as well as the endorsement of the North Carolina Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association. The launch of the 2013 statewide billboard campaign, which includes plans for

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200 billboards, largely donated by outdoor advertising companies, is scheduled for February or March. The “Share the Road” driver’s education curriculum will be presented to the North Carolina Driver’s Ed Advisory Committee during the first quarter of the year and then to the State Board of Education with an anticipated introduction by end of 2013.

With the procurement of additional funds, the foundation will begin development of the simulation software. To that end, TLC for Bikes (located in Lafayette Village in North Raleigh) is planning to hold its inaugural Tour of Lafayette this year, with all proceeds going to benefit The Adam Little Foundation.

Adam Little Foundation FOUNDER: Deb Thompson WEBSITE: www.theadamlittlefoundation.org EMAIL: theadamlittlefoundation@yahoo.com PHONE: 919-809-8612 TOUR OF LAFAYETTE INFO:

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Adam’s death had such a huge impact on the entire cycling community in both North and South Carolina.

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Tragic Loss of Daughter to Cancer Moves Diane Moore to Take Action Non-Profit Group Provides Emotional, Spiritual Support

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

The numbers are staggering.

According to recent data, approximately 40,000 children under the age of 19 undergo cancer treatment each year with 46 new cancer diagnoses in children and adolescents every single weekday. Tragically, 25 percent of children who are diagnosed will lose their battle with cancer.

Behind these statistics are children and their families struggling to move through the harrowing process of diagnosis, treatment, and hopefully recovery. For Diane Moore, founder and executive director of Striving for More (than a cure), the significance of these statistics is all too real. In 2007, her eight year old daughter, Colleen, was diagnosed with cancer, which began this family’s journey into the world of pediatric cancer.

Young Colleen bravely fought this terrible disease for nine agonizing months, but heartbreakingly lost her battle. Though they were grateful for the high quality medical services in the Raleigh area, the Moores found the emotional and spiritual support to be inconsistent and unreliable.

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based organization dedicated to ensuring that children with cancer receive quality emotional and spiritual support. “After personally experiencing the dramatic gaps that exist in services while Colleen was battling cancer, I founded Striving for More to pursue dedicated funding for the support so desperately needed,” said Moore. “No family should have to endure childhood cancer alone.”

Striving for More – funded through donations from individuals, corporations, and civic and community based organizations – established the Triangle Childhood Cancer Support Group, which connects families and plans quarterly family events outside of the clinic/

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I founded Striving for More to pursue dedicated funding for the support so desperately needed. No family should have to endure childhood cancer alone.

DIANE MOORE

Striving for More Inc. MISSION: Dedicated to ensuring that children with cancer

and their families receive quality emotional

and spiritual support.

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AGE: 46 POSITION: Founder, President and Executive Director,

Striving for More RESIDENCE: Hawthorne neighborhood, North Raleigh FAMILY: Husband, Vince (19 years);

Daughter, Mackenna (age 16;

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hospital setting for pure fun and relaxation. In addition, through numerous fundraising events and partnerships with local organizations and businesses, Striving for More provides resources and programs designed to directly support children and families in tangible ways such as About Me Clings, Care Kit bags, Beads of Courage, Chemo Ducks, and art expression (more information on all can be found at www.striving4more.org). The organization also supports numerous existing hospital based programs and raise funds for expanding and adding new resources.

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and Twitter, and attend community events and fundraisers. Moore is available to speak to community organizations to help increase awareness of childhood cancer and promote the importance of emotionally supporting children

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Water Aerobics Gaining Popularity in North Raleigh Water aerobics — a form of exercise involving the basic principals of aerobics, but practiced in a swimming pool instead of a gym — continues to gain popularity in North Raleigh.

Because of the benefits — the water offers continual resistance to every move made by the participant; and the exercise decreases stress, blood pressure, tension,

weight gain, body fat, impact on joints, and risk of injury — the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department has increased access to water aerobics to local residents at Millbrook Exchange Community Center and Optimist Community Center pools.

“Raleigh started their water aerobics program in 1982,” said Tricia Maldonado, Recreation Facility and Program Supervisor at Millbrook Pool. “They saw a demand within the city for an alternative means of exercising in the water with minimal stress on the joints.”

Maldonado noted that water aerobics also increases strength, flexibility, energy, range of motion, muscle tone, circulation, endurance, balance, coordination and self-esteem. “Water exercise has also been proven to enhance

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well-being, sleeping patterns, and recovery time from injuries,” she said.

She also said that shallow water classes participants are not required to know how to swim, but should be comfortable in 3½to-4 feet of water. For deep water classes, flotation devices are used most of the time, but participants should be comfortable in deep water and have minimal swimming abilitoes. Water depth ranges from 5½ feet to 14 feet depending on the pool.

“Participants in the program range from teenagers to age 70-plus,” Maldonado said. “With our wide variety of classes we have something for just about anyone.”

She added that many water exercisers come for the social aspect as well, as they often make lasting friendships and continue to keep each other motivated by attending classes regularly.

A list of available times and locations for water aerobics sessions is available at www.raleighnc. gov/content/PRecRecreation/Documents/

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Raleigh Parks and Recreation Dept. Water Aerobics Class Descriptions

Raleigh Parks and Recreation Dept. Water Aerobics Class Schedules

Programs are free for participants to try their first class. Participants can purchase a water exercise pass good at all pools for any class. Prices are for eight classes. Raleigh residents: $32 for seniors (age 55 and up), $40 for adults (ages 13-54). Non-resident rates are slightly higher.

All classes are ongoing and can be joined at any time. No preregistration required. Programs are free for participants to try their first class. Participants can purchase a water exercise pass good at all pools for any class. Prices are for eight classes. Raleigh residents: $32 for seniors (age 55 and up), $40 for adults (ages 13-54). Non-resident rates are slightly higher.

Shallow Water Classes No swimming ability is necessary, but being comfortable in the water is encouraged.

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Aquacise Designed for all age groups, this class focuses on agility, coordination, and stability. Intensity level 2-3*.

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Shallow Fitness This class, designed for all fitness levels, concentrates on gaining muscular strength, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance. Individuals of all fitness levels will work towards a higher level of personal fitness. Level 3-5.

Arthritis Water Exercise Class These classes are designed for people with arthritis, fibromyalgia or other conditions that would benefit from a range of motion exercise. At Pullen Aquatic Center these class is held in 88-89 degree water. Level 1-2.

Current Fitness Combination use of current channel, water resistance, shallow water area and exercise equipment. This class if offered only at Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center. Level 2-4.

Deep Water Classes Although flotation equipment is used in most classes, participants should be comfortable in deep water and have minimum swimming ability.

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Jewish Federation Celebrates 25 Years of Service to Raleigh

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

The Jewish Federation of RaleighCary serves the needs of a growing Jewish population that extends between Raleigh and Cary and throughout all of the municipalities, towns, and surrounding communities in and around Wake County.

Their mission, which is guided by the Jewish values of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) and Tzedakah (righteous giving), is to mobilize human and financial resources to support and strengthen the local and regional Jewish community and to meet the shared obligations to Israel and international Jewry.

“Seeking to strengthen Jewish identity, the Federation serves as

the facilitating force that connects generations, congregations, and the unaffiliated alike,” said Barry Schwarts, JFRC Executive Director.

Through its four divisions, Jewish Family Services, Jewish Community Center, Jewish Community Relations Council, and Jewish Community Foundation, the Federation provides vital services and resources to local Jewish community members including professional counseling and other critical services, advocacy and advancement of Jewish interests both inside and outside the Jewish community, and legacy gifts to build a strong Jewish community in future generations. In addition, the JFRC offers athletic, educational, and cultural programming for youth, adults, and seniors including

camps (Camp JCC, teacher workday camps, winter break and spring break camps), speaker luncheons, Jewish film series, BBYO (a pluralistic teen group), swim lessons, the J-Rays summer swim team, and the Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning.

Striving to create an environment of a Jewish neighborhood, The RaleighCary Jewish Community Center provides educational, recreational and social experiences to enhance the quality of life for Jews of all ages, affiliations, and beliefs. “Our purpose is to ensure Jewish continuity by strengthening Jewish identity, promoting Jewish values, and reinforcing our common Jewish

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Whether you’re just starting a family, recently moved to the area, or are looking to become more connected to the local Jewish community, the JCC is the perfect place to build meaningful connections with your neighbors.

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heritage,” said Schwartz. “Whether you’re just starting a family, recently moved to the area, or are looking to become more connected to the local Jewish community, the JCC is the perfect place to build meaningful connections with your neighbors.”

In 2012, the JFRC celebrated its 25th year of service to the community through a number of community-wide events including an international day of service (Good Deeds Day), Purim Carnival, Israel Independence Day celebration, a first ever Women’s Health Symposium, and culminated with a celebratory reception honoring the 14 past presidents for their service to the community.

Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary is located at 8210 Creedmoor Road, Suite 104.

For more information, call 919-676-6170 or visit www.shalomraleigh.org.

Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary Profile EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Barry Schwartz ADDRESS: 8210 Creedmoor Road, Ste. 104 PHONE: 919-676-6170 WEBSITE: www.shalomraleigh.org JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER: 12804 Norwood Road, 919-676-6170

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Reaches Out In North Raleigh

919 Magazine staff members visited current advertisers and said hello to new friends in North Raleigh during the holiday season.

Shown clockwise from upper right corner: Robin Gill of Park Centre Spa at 8300 Health Park, Ste. 131; Sam Mobley with sons, Clifton and Andrew, of Mobley’s Shoes in Stonehenge Market; Dr. Mark Stephenson, staff at Colonnade Dental at 8511 Colonnade Center, Ste. 160; staff members at North Raleigh Pediatric Group; the Saleh family at Neomonde Cafe & Market at 9650 Strickland Road; staff at Brigs Restaurant, 8111 Creedmoor Road; the team at Debby’s Hallmark in Stonehenge Market; a friendly associate at 28

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Tax Planning

Business Accounting

Tax Preparation

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Lois Hamilton’s Commitment to Personalized Service Meets Tax Needs of Individuals and Small Businesses Built on a belief in personalized service, and a concern for her client’s best interests, Lois J. Hamilton, PLLC, specializes in tax preparation and tax planning for individuals and small businesses throughout the Raleigh area and beyond.

Owner and CPA Lois Hamilton, with 17 years of experience in accounting, has a genuine concern for providing customized solutions tailored to meet client needs. “I believe that every client is unique, and that there is a need for firms where the client is known by name and not by a file number,” said Hamilton. “We provide basically three things that we feel give our clients comfort: Personalized service that focuses on their unique situations, a high level of professional expertise, and well thought out plans/ solutions customized to their needs. Our approach keeps us growing, because that environment helps us get the results our clients want and prefer.”

Originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Hamilton is married with two grown children. Her husband, Mike, is a native North Carolinian and works as a banking consultant; daughter Lara is a senior financial services officer at a local credit union; and son Michael, a graduate of East Carolina University with a degree in finance, joined Lois J. Hamilton, PLLC, this January.

Lois J. Hamilton, PLLC

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Lois Hamilton has a B.A. degree from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, a M.A. from Bowling Green State in Ohio, and additional coursework at North Carolina State University. Her diverse educational and professional backgrounds help her understand and appreciate her client’s varied business models and personal situations.

Lois J. Hamilton, PLLC, provides a full array of tax and accounting services, including tax planning and projections, tax return preparation for individuals and all types of businesses, representation before the IRS and/or State Departments of Revenue, small business accounting/bookkeeping, and after the fact payroll. On every project, Hamilton strives to deliver customized service at reasonable rates and encourages open communication throughout the

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process. “Like a good physician, we like to understand the client’s situation before beginning diagnosis. As a result, we are willing to invest up front to get to know our clients, and we like it when clients call with questions about the tax ramifications of an issue – no question is too small, and we do not always ‘turn on the clock’ when discussing an issue with a client ” said Hamilton.

“We basically provide peace of mind,” said Hamilton. “Small business owners should spend their time on their business and leave the worry of tax preparation to us. We recognize that not all clients understand (or want to understand) accounting and tax principles, and are often confused by tax laws that are complex and constantly changing, so a big part of my job is understanding their needs and then making recommendations that help them navigate today’s complex financial and tax worlds.”

Lois J. Hamilton, PLLC, is located at 7501 Creedmoor Road, Suite 110, Raleigh, NC. To contact or for more information, call 919-882-7800, email lois@hamiltonpllc.com,

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JROTC students at Sanderson High School celebrate their recent successful fundraiser selling Citipass GoPlay Save books

Photo Courtesy Marshall E. Butler, SHS

A lucky winner at the Raffle Extravanganza benefitting the Adam Little Foundation

Winter Choral Concert at North Raleigh’s Sanderson High School

A visitor shops at the Cane Creek Farms booth at the North Raleigh Farmer’s Market at Lafayette Village recently. Winter hours of 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturdays continue through March; however, beginning in April, the market reverts to a schedule of 8 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturdays - and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Cane Creek Farms is located in Orange County, and on this day offered shoppers a variety of winter vegetables, fresh chicken, and fresh frozen pork.

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The Madrigals of Millbrook High School performing at the WRAL Tree Lighting Ceremony in Raleigh

Mary McCaffrey and daughter Connor McCaffrey doing some shopping at the Holly Days event at Sanderson High School

Out for a walk at Durant Nature Park in North Raleigh on an unseasonably warm winter day recently.

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Service, Selection and Value Crown Trophy Believes Customers Deserve Only the Best

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When it comes to service, selection, and value, Bob and Pam Falkenbach, owners of Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh, believe their customers deserve nothing but the best. “We value our customers, and we make the buying experience friendly and easy,” said Bob. A former physical education teacher and college football player and coach, Bob takes great pride in ownership and the ability to offer the lowest prices (typically 20 to 40 percent lower) in the Triangle on exclusive top quality products. Crown Trophy’s low price guarantee is possible because they are one of 150 stores nationwide – giving them tremendous purchasing power. In addition, the 32

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franchisor is also a manufacturer, enabling them to offer exclusive items at the lowest possible prices.

Customers can browse through Crown Trophy’s professional showroom and catalogs to select from a wide variety of trophies, plaques, crystal, acrylics, banners, engraving, signs, name badges, medals, ribbons, custom awards, pins, promotional items, golf awards, embedments, resins, fantasy sports awards, championship rings, cups, dog tags, laminations, bronze castings, perpetual frames/plaques, personalized gifts, vases, clocks, and more. And while competitors count and charge for each letter of engraving, Crown Trophy’s services include Special Advertising Section

free engraving on trophies, plaques, crystal, and acrylics. “We do our own trophy building and engraving inhouse,” said Bob. “This gives us 100 percent control of putting out nothing but quality, on-time products.”

We value our customers, and we make the buying experience friendly and easy.

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Visit Crown Trophy of Raleigh’s Facebook Page — and Win Prizes!

Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh offers a monthly contest on Facebook — with a substantial gift for the first person to correctly guess the Raleigh location of the “The Trophy Guyz” posted photo. Check out Crown Trophy’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/ Crown-Trophy-Guyz-ofRaleigh/104923732878709.

Being in the recognition business, the Falkenbachs whole-heartedly believe in recognizing student achievement.

To that end, Crown Trophy offers a FREE monthly school plaque program and delivers two free customized top quality plaques each month to each participating school (which determines the names and recipients of the awards).

Schools can contact Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh at any time during the school year to begin the no-cost student recognition program.

Owners Bob and Pam and all of their Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh employees take pride in making the buying experience friendly and easy and one that their customers will repeat and tell others about. “Our customers are important to us, our products are of the best quality available – and we will not be beat on price,” said Bob. Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh is located at 2431 Spring Forest Road, Suite 165.

To contact or for more information, call 919-878-6565, email crownraleigh@gmail.com,

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Free Student Awards Program Crown Trophy offers a free monthly school plaque program and delivers two free customized top quality plaques each month to each participating school. Schools can contact Crown Trophy and Awards of Raleigh at any time during the school year to begin the no-cost student recognition program.

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Unwind, Explore, Play and...

Learn!

North Raleigh’s Durant Nature Park Offers Unique Opportunity To Explore Area’s Natural Beauty Amy Corbally enjoys all things outdoors – from camping and hiking to fishing and birding – which makes her the perfect fit to manage Durant Nature Park for the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department.

The park – tucked away just north of I-540 in North Raleigh – is a hidden gem, featuring 237 acres of trails, woodlands, and lakes. A former Boy Scout camp, it also has such amenities as picnic shelters, ball courts, a playground, and more.

And, according to Corbally, it is really special. She provides the details for 919 Magazine readers in this insightful interview.

A Conversation with Amy Corbally, Durant Nature Park Manager: What is the history of Durant Nature Park?

Durant Nature Park was formerly known as Camp Durant, headquarters for the Occoneechee Council of the Boy Scouts. The City of Raleigh purchased the property from the scouts in 1979 and turned the property into a nature park. All of the buildings in existence today are remnants from the old scout camp. Our park office was the old nurse’s first aid station and our Campbell Lodge was the Boy Scout mess hall.

What are the specific details of Durant Nature Park?

The park totals 237 acres. We have two lakes, five miles of hiking trails, rental facilities, picnic shelters, a playground, volleyball and basketball courts, a bird and butterfly garden and an interpretive tree trail. Durant Nature Park is accessible from either our north or south entrance. The north entrance to the park is located off of Durant Road, and the south entrance to the park can be accessed from Gresham Lake Road. We are conveniently accessible from either Falls of the Neuse or Capital boulevards and are just north of I-540.

How many Raleigh Parks and Recreation personnel work at Durant Nature Park?

We currently have three other staff, other than myself. Our staff works closely together to keep the park well maintained, safe, and inviting for our visitors’ enjoyment. We do a variety of different tasks such as working with volunteer groups, performing trail maintenance, monitoring wildlife, invasive removal, maintaining our interpretive gardens and rental facilities, putting on special events, and leading environmental education programs for the general public.

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What makes Durant Nature Park unique or different from other Raleigh parks?

Can you tell us about the trails and hiking experience at the park?

Durant Nature Park is a hidden natural gem in the middle of a bustling city. It’s a place where one can go to simply unwind or to explore, or to play and learn about nature.

Durant has something to offer for people of all ages. It’s also a place where so many fun, natural pursuits can be experienced in a beautiful, serene setting. Nature journaling, wildlife observation, nature photography, fishing, hiking along scenic trails, and participating in a nature program are just a few of the activities that our patrons can enjoy.

I am amazed at the amount of people I run across who never knew Durant Nature Park was here. Once they discover us, however, we become their favorite destination!

Durant offers five miles of trails. Enlarged trail maps are located throughout the park at key locations. Trail maps are also available online through our website (www.parks. raleighnc.gov) and at the Durant Nature Park office by request. Our lower lake trail – which is approximately one mile – is a popular trail affording wonderful views of the lake. Our Secret Creek Trail, which is approximately a half-mile trek, runs along a meandering creek and is a popular spot for young children and a great place to find evidence of animal tracks. Visitors up for a longer hike will enjoy the Border Trail, which is approximately two miles in length and runs along the perimeter of the park. Mountain biking is allowed on designated mountain biking trails only.

What amenities will visitors find at the park?

Visitors will enjoy a variety of amenities including five miles of trails, limited mountain biking trails, easy access to the City of Raleigh greenway system, rental facilities, picnic shelters, a playground for the kids, a self-guided interpretive tree trail, year-round environmental education programs on a variety of topics, a bird and butterfly garden, fishing opportunities, and friendly and knowledgeable staff who love this beautiful park and are excited to share it with others.

What types of wildlife might visitors see at the park?

A variety of animal life abounds at Durant Nature Park. Deer are a reliable and common sighting in the park. Take a look at the trees that have been chewed around the lake and one will know that beavers are active in the park. Fox – while common – are not usually visible during the day; however, one can find evidence of their existence by looking for the tracks they leave behind. A variety of snakes, turtles and frogs also call Durant Nature Park their home. People of all ages will enjoy our interpretive bird and butterfly garden.

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Is birding a popular activity at Durant Nature Park?

Birding is a popular pursuit here at Durant. Visitors can stop by our park office or bird garden to pick up a bird brochure listing all of the species of birds that have been found in the park over the years. Belted Kingfishers and Great Blue Herons are reliable residents at Durant, and can be seen hunting regularly on our lakes. Serious birders – and novices alike – will enjoy the birding opportunities that abound in the park.

I encourage visitors to sign up for one of our popular night hikes, which are a great way to listen for our nocturnal bird residents – owls!

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Are there activities at Durant Nature Park year-round?

Yes, a great line up of winter nature programs is planned. Folks interested in finding out more about activities and special events can go to our website at www. parks.raleighnc.gov and search “Durant” or they can stop by the park office and pick up information. Details about upcoming events and programs are also listed at our park kiosks, which are conveniently located in our parking lots and in front of the park office.

What types of summer camps are at the park?

I am amazed at the amount of people I run across who never knew Durant Nature Park was here.

AMY CORBALLY

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Durant Nature Park Profile ADDRESS: 8305 Camp Durant Road DIRECTIONS: Off Durant Road, east of Capital

Boulevard (north of I-540) MANAGER: Amy Corbally PARK HOURS: Dawn to dusk PARK OFFICE HOURS: 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., M-F PHONE: 919-870-2871 WEBSITE: www.raleighnc.gov ACTIVITIES: Birding, hiking, fishing, special

activities, events, summer camps,

wildlife observation, more HABITATS: Pine forest, mixed pine/hardwood,

upland oak/hickory; Sim’s and Reedy

Branch floodplains, small lakes BIRDS: More than 160 species recorded,

with 73 known to nest at the park OTHER WILDLIFE: Deer, beaver, fox, snakes, turtles, frogs,

butterflies, and more

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Durant Nature Park is home to Camp Ranoca, a traditional outdoor day camp held eight weeks during the summer for children ages 7-12. Campers enjoy participating in activities such as boating out on our lake, nature exploration, outdoor games, arts and crafts, and field trips to the pool. Exploring our Secret Creek is one of our campers’ favorite activities. Durant Nature Park is also home to Camp Friendly, a camp offered through our Specialized Recreation Program, and a Survival Skills camp offered through our Adventure Program.

Can you tell us about the rentals available to park visitors?

Durant Nature Park boasts several rental facilities.

Campbell Lodge offers exquisite views overlooking the lake. The lodge holds 200 people and is used quite often for wedding receptions and family reunions. Our Training Lodge holds 49 people and can be used as meeting space, or as an overnight facility sleeping 38. A wonderful place to enjoy an outdoor picnic is at our Sassafras picnic shelter, which is available for rent and holds up to 75 people. Visitors interested in renting any of our facilities can find out more information from our website or by calling us at the park office at 919-870-2871.

Durant Nature Park is a hidden natural gem in the middle of a bustling city. It’s a place where one can go to simply unwind or to explore, or to play and learn about nature.

AMY CORBALLY

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Is camping permitted in the park?

Camping is permitted only for groups – not individual camping. Our easily accessible campsite is great for scouts and other organized groups to enjoy the outdoors and a beautiful lake view. Tents can be pitched out in the open or in our old Adirondack shelters left over from the Boy Scout days. Actually, Durant offers a very popular family campout program in the spring and fall. This program affords families an opportunity to gather together to enjoy a campfire with “s’mores”, a naturalist-led night hike and morning activities that include boating and fishing.

POSITION: RESIDENCE: EDUCATION:

FAMILY: INTERESTS:

Durant Nature Park Manager North Raleigh BS Degree in History, Cal State University, Long Beach; NC Certified Environmental Educator Russell (spouse); Megan, Haley (daughters) All things outdoors: Camping, hiking, fishing, birding, visiting parks

So fishing and swimming permitted in the park?

Fishing is permitted in the park; however, all North Carolina fishing license requirements apply. Durant Nature Park participates in the “Tackle Loaner Program”, which allows visitors can stop by the park office MondayFriday, 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and borrow a rod and reel from us. Fishing is allowed from our boathouse dock and anywhere along our banks (but is not allowed on our swim dock). Bait is not provided. Swimming at Durant Nature Park is prohibited, but our Adventure Program campers – under the observation of a certified lifeguard – are allowed to swim in the lake during the summer months.

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What are the reasons to visit the park in seasons other than summer?

How and why did you become involved in this type of work?

Summer, certainly, is a busy time of the year at the park; however, with 237 acres, there is plenty of room for folks to find peace and solitude. Spring, fall and winter are wonderful times of the year to visit when the weather is mild and more conducive to outdoor activities. Each season offers something unique for our visitors to enjoy, whether it be spring wildflowers, monarch caterpillars, fall foliage or nesting owls – there are always exciting happenings going on in this beautiful neck of the woods!

I fell in love with the variety of North Carolina parks and open spaces after moving to Raleigh in 1992 from Los Angeles, where I was born and raised. Growing up in such an urban environment was difficult for someone who has always loved being outside. North Carolina offers such a rich diversity of outdoor opportunities and I eagerly took advantage of these opportunities upon moving here. As a result, I soon felt a calling toward working in a park setting. Working at Durant is a dream come true because of my love for the outdoors and my passion for teaching others about nature.

How long have you been involved in park management?

I have been Durant Nature Park Manager for about 18 months. Previously, I worked with Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department on a part time basis for about five years. I was employed with Wake County Parks as Assistant Park Manager of Programming for Harris Lake County Park and the American Tobacco Trail. I am also a North Carolina Certified Environmental Educator.

What do you enjoy most about your job at Durant Nature Park?

One of the enjoyable aspects of my job is meeting new people and introducing them to all the things they can do at Durant Nature Park. Most of all I enjoy teaching programs and educating people of all ages about our environment. It gives me great purpose and pleasure to see a child’s excitement over holding a caterpillar for the first time, a child overcoming a fear of snakes, or witnessing an adult learning something new. This park is so special and I find it extremely rewarding to be able to help instill in others an appreciation of nature or a newfound sense of wonder about our natural world.

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We care for our customers as if they are family members which…explains why they keep coming back.

Gary Smith has owned and operated TLC for Bikes in Raleigh for over four years, after previously racing, serving as team mechanic for a number of local race teams and owning shops in Dallas, TX. He enjoys Raleigh for the tremendous riding opportunities and is proud to share his wealth of experience to further enhance the area’s developing cycling community. Through his shop, area residents can sign up for bike riding skill clinics for beginners to racers.

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››› 919 COMMUNITY Dena Floyd Joins Ravenscroft As New Women’s Soccer Coach Dena Floyd is the new varsity women’s soccer coach at Ravenscroft.

Floyd previously was women’s assistant soccer coach at North Carolina State University (2009-2012). She has a BA degree from University of Florida, and previously worked at Stanford University as a strength and conditioning specialist.

At Florida, she led the Gators to season and tournament women’s soccer championships in 2000 and 2001.

Carillon Assisted Living Plans May Opening in North Raleigh Carillon Assisted Living continues its Triangle expansion with the opening of a North Raleigh community in May. Carillon’s newest community, located at 5219 Old Wake Forest Road, follows the recent opening of the company’s Garrett Road location in Durham and precedes a planned Wake Forest community set to open in early 2014 in The Heritage development.

Carillon Assisted Living of North Raleigh will be home to about 96 seniors when it opens in late May. Residents will choose either a suite, private or semi-private room - all of which come with Triangle-based Carillon’s signature brand of high-quality, licensed assisted living care, services and amenities.

The community will also be home to The Garden Place, Carillon’s highly regarded Alzheimer’s care program.

Carillon President and CEO Karen Moriarty said her company’s growth is evidence of the tremendous demand among North Carolina seniors for homes that keep an engaging, active lifestyle well within their reach. “Our residents come to Carillon because they have a life to live, and they don’t want that life to be defined by what they can no longer do for themselves,” said Moriarty.

Moriarty said Carillon’s Triangle expansion will bring about 200 new jobs to the region about 65 of them in North Raleigh alone.

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Raleigh Strength & Fitness Raleigh Strength & Fitness recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of its opening at 7209 Creedmoor Road, Suite 109.

The locally owned personal training facility offers one-on-one personal training; partner training (2); small group training (3-5); small group circuit training (10-12); and high school athletic training.

North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre presents “The Last Five Years” during multiple performances in March at its facility at 7714-51 Lead Mine Road in North Raleigh.

A contemporary song-cycle musical that chronicles the five-year life of a marriage – from meeting to break up, and from break up to meeting, the performances are set for March 8-10, 15-17, and 22-24.

Started in 2002, NRACT is a nonprofit community-based performing arts center, created to enrich the cultural life of the North Raleigh community. The organization provides a creative outlet for all ages and openly invites community involvement. Along with providing instruction in the performing arts, NRACT seeks to promote the traditions and values of the theater and to produce quality entertainment in a community-oriented atmosphere.

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Neomonde Café & Market sponsored a 1st Anniversary Celebration in December, with live music, face painting, cooking demonstrations, wine sampling, and more.

Neomonde – located at 9650-149 Strickland Road, near Strickland Road and Lead Mine Road in North Raleigh – also conducted a canned food drive during the holidays to support the North Raleigh Ministries.

Shoppers Enjoy Stonehenge Market Annual Holiday Open House Event

Happy holiday shoppers filled Stonehenge Market on Creedmoor Road in North Raleigh for the shopping center annual Holiday Open House in December.

The special event featured Santa Claus, horse and carriage rides, a balloon artist, a craft station, trackless train rides, helium balloons, and special shopping discounts at participating stores. Free photos with Santa also were available.

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Pennisi was a member of Troop 30, led by Pauline Haislip and Joanne Minori…Eric Sommers earned the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America recently. The son of Kevin and the late Jennifer Sommers, he is a junior at Millbrook High School. To earn scouting highest rank, Sommers constructed a pedestrian bridge at Durant Road Middle School…Katherine Hartley earned the Silver Award, the second highest achievement from the Girl Scouts. A Sanderson High School student and member of Troop 1069, she is the daughter of Steven and Melissa Hartley…Alta Oakridge apartments in North Raleigh sold recently to Capitol Seniors Housing by Wood Partners of Charlotte for $24.25 million. The apartments – for residents 55 and older – are at Falls of Neuse and Durant roads…In another multi-unit transaction, the Apartments of Stonehenge in North Raleigh was purchased by Ram Realty Services for $40.2 million…

Ravenscroft senior Wesley Frazier – one of top women’s high school distance runners in the U.S. – has committed to Duke University…New York-based DRA Advisors and Atlanta-based RCG Ventures bought Falls Village Shopping Center in North Raleigh for $23 million recently…Keep NC Beautiful delivered a $100 prize to Cub Scout Pack 318 of North Raleigh United Methodist Church for finding a perfect-condition canoe paddle during the most recent North Carolina Department of Transportation Litter Sweep…

CarMax Auto Superstore plans a new facility on Perry Creek Road off of Capital Boulevard. CarMax also has an auto superstore on Glenwood Avenue in Northwest Raleigh…

Sanderson High School’s Class of 1982 gathered in October for its 30th reunion weekend, which included the SHS football game, a picnic, and a Saturday night celebration at Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh…Victor Jones, a senior at Sanderson High School, attended the American Legion Tar Heel Boys State Program recently at Catawba College in Salisbury. The one-week government leadership camp gives participants hands-on experience in politics, government and public speaking. Jones was sponsored by Charles T. Norwood American Legion Post 157 of Raleigh… NC State researchers will provide students at Carroll Middle School with outreach activities in nanosystems engineering. Teachers and students will work with researchers who are creating self-powered devices to help monitor their health and understand how the surrounding environment affects it…Send news items about your children, students, church, school, organization, club, troop, or group to info@919Magazine.com.

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Sanderson High School

Spring Sports Preview

Mar. 6 (at Athens Drive)

2012 RECORD:

6-12 (overall), 3-11 (conference); no playoffs

COACH’S OUTLOOK: pitching of Sarah Smothers. We will depend on the entire team this season. Some

Todd Laughlin

new faces will need to step up early and have a positive impact on the team.

YEARS IN POSITION: 7

Men’s Lacrosse

OTHER COACHES:

Averill Bryant (JV), Marcus Vereen (Assistant)

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

HEAD COACH:

Ray St. Peter

Feb. 28 (vs Cardinal Gibbons)

YEARS IN POSITION:

2 (at SHS; 16 years overall)

2012 RECORD: 14-11

OTHER COACHES:

Ted Enarson (Assistant Coach)

2012 PLAYOFFS:

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

2012 HONORS: N/A

FIRST GAME:

Feb. 27 (vs. Northern Durham)

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

2012 RECORD:

9-1 (Club Team)

We graduated seven seniors last year, but I am very excited about the group

2012 PLAYOFFS:

2013 marks first Varsity team

we have returning this season. They are a quality group of young men who are

2012 HONORS:

Ranked 4th out of 23 Club Teams in NC

committed to a successful season.

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

Women’s Soccer

It’s a matter of settling in and earning respect in a tough lacrosse conference.

FIRST GAME:

HEAD COACH:

Lost in 1st round to Middle Creek

Men’s Golf

Michael Todd Worley

YEARS IN POSITION: 18

HEAD COACH:

OTHER COACHES:

Jochen Wachter

YEARS IN POSITION: 3

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

OTHER COACHES: N/A

Ryan Johnson

FIRST GAME: N/A

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

2012 RECORD: 12-10-3

FIRST GAME:

Mar. 5 (vs. Heritage)

2012 PLAYOFFS:

2012 RECORD:

Ranked 7th

Lost in first round to East Chapel Hill

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

2012 HONORS: N/A COACH’S OUTLOOK:

I am very excited to have seven players from the roster last year come out again

We have a very good team that should be very competitive against a very tough

to offer experience. We will also be looking for some younger talent to further

schedule. We will need strong leadership from our seniors. The season will be

develop the team. The Spartans will make a statement this year by closing the

successful if we can mesh the players from freshman through senior. Chemistry

gap in a competitive division with consistent

will be a key factor for this season.

growth and peek performance.

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Baseball HEAD COACH:

PRACTICE BEGINS: FIRST GAME:

HEAD COACH:

Mike Cody

YEARS IN POSITION: 4

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YEARS IN POSITION:

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younger players to make an impact for this team.

Baseball

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

HEAD COACH: Austin James YEARS IN POSITION: First year OTHER COACHES: Associate HC, Dave Savage;

JV Coach, Jake Gross; JV Asst., Tom Tillottson PRACTICE BEGINS: Feb. 13 FIRST GAME: Mar. 1 (vs. Knightdale) 2012 RECORD: 17-8 (overall); 9-5 (conference) 2012 PLAYOFFS: 4th Round 2012 HONORS: 6 All-Conference selections;

Brian Nobles commited to WCU COACH’S OUTLOOK: We return with eight seniors from a team that made a deep run in the 2012 state playoffs. We will rely on this group to lead us to the Cap 8 Championship and make another playoff push.

We have returned all of our starters and look to use our experience and talent to

Women’s Track & Field

Women’s Soccer HEAD COACH:

Matt Edwards

YEARS IN POSITION:

9

OTHER COACH:

Derek Blackwelder

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

FIRST GAME:

Feb. 27

2012 RECORD: 20-3 2012 PLAYOFFS:

3rd Round

2012 HONORS:

Cap 8 Co-Champs regular season;

nationally ranked (ESPNHS)

compete for a state championship. Our players are ready to take the next step in the playoffs after back to back post-season appearances. Our core group of starters will aim to take our program to heights not seen since 1989!

Women’s Tennis HEAD COACH:

Kristy Blake

YEARS IN POSITION:

3

OTHER COACH:

Lori Ramano (JV Coach)

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Aug. 1

2012 RECORD:

11-3 (conference)

2012 PLAYOFFS:

2nd Round

HEAD COACH:

Brian Schneidewind

YEARS IN POSITION: 8 OTHER COACHES:

David Beller, Aaron Weispfenning

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

FIRST MEET: N/A 2012 RECORD:

Cap 8 Champions

2012 PLAYOFFS:

8th in the State; 3rd in the Region

2012 HONORS: N/A COACH’S OUTLOOK: This year’s team will have to rely on depth to make up for the departures of three

2012 HONORS:

Lauren McCorquodale, #1,

and Savannah Tarranto, #2, made it to

collegiate athletes, including six-time State Champion, Sammy George. I’m looking for

the semifinals in doubles in the States.

strong relays to help the team.

COACH’S OUTLOOK: 2013 looks like a very strong team with little changes in the line up. This should be

Men’s Track & Field

another exciting season.

HEAD COACH:

Virgil Givens

YEARS IN POSTION:

First Year

Men’s Golf

OTHER COACHES:

N/A

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Jan. 30

YEARS IN POSITION: 3

FIRST MEET:

Feb. 27, Tri-meet

OTHER COACH:

Charles Gross

2012 RECORD:

3rd in conference

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

FIRST GAME:

Mar. 5 (Heritage Country Club)

This season, we expect to be very competitive and work extremely hard.

HEAD COACH:

Philip Herndon

2012 RECORD: N/A 2012 PLAYOFFS:

11th at State Championship at Pinehurst #8

2012 HONORS: N/A

HEAD COACH:

Andrew Wit

YEARS IN POSITION: 3

COACH’S OUTLOOK: We are aiming for the top spot in the conference this year; however, with as much talent as there is in the conference, we know it will take a lot of hard work.

Softball HEAD COACH:

Men’s Lacrosse

Josh Bunting

OTHER COACHES:

Justin Smith (Head JV);

Assistants: John Florian, Michael Brown,

Brooks Briz, and Nate Gudeman

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

FIRST GAME:

Feb. 27

2012 RECORD: 12-3

YEARS IN POSITION: 2

2012 PLAYOFFS:

2nd Round

2012 HONORS:

Conference 3 Coach of the Year (Andrew Wit);

2nd Team All State (Eli Dodgson, Mt. Olive College),

2nd Team All Region (Kyle Margosian, Messiah)

OTHER COACHES:

Tim Blough, Chuck Shomo

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 13

FIRST GAME:

Mar. 1 (vs. Knightdale,

Millbrook Exchange Park)

2012 RECORD:

11-8 (overall); 9-5 (conference)

2012 PLAYOFFS:

Lost in 1st Round

last year by our seniors. Although we lost a lot of great players, we should be a more

2012 HONORS:

5 All-Conference selections (2 returning);

complete team this year and tough to play against.

Co-Conference Player of the Year

(Kayleigh Brueck)

Women’s Lacrosse

COACH’S OUTLOOK: We have a young team this year, but we are working hard to meet the bar that was set

HEAD COACH:

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

Matthew Cope

YEARS IN POSITION: 2

We will be a very young team with only two seniors and one returning junior. We

OTHER COACHES:

Nick Hosking (Head JV)

should be more competitive as the season progresses. I am looking for some of the

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Ravenscroft School

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Men’s Lacrosse

HEAD COACH: Jim Gibbons YEARS IN POSITION: First Year OTHER COACHES: Brian Kelly, D.J. Dover PRACTICE BEGINS: Feb. 26 FIRST GAME: Mar. 6 2012 RECORD: 7-15 2012 PLAYOFFS: N/A HONORS: N/A COACH’S OUTLOOK: We will be very young team with only two seniors (Jordan Bednar, P/OF; Elliott Copeland, OF). Several young players gained a lot of experience last year, and look forward to their continued progress (Tim Hutter, P/SS; Kyle Adams, 1B/OF; and All-TISAC as a 9th Grader, Justin Bednar, 1B/P).

Men’s Golf HEAD COACH: Jimmy Cox YEARS IN POSITION: 25-plus PRACTICE BEGINS: Feb. 25 FIRST MATCH: Mar. 1, High School Kickoff Tournament,

Keith Hills (Campbell UnIversity) 2012 RECORD: 27-16 2012 PLAYOFFS: 6th, NCISAA 3A state tournament

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2012 HONORS: TISAC Conference Champs COACH’S OUTLOOK: Returning five starters from 2012 team, including All Conference selections Thomas Sigmon (SR), John Landers (SO), and Zachary Chapman (SO). Very experienced team with chance to be very good.

HEAD COACH: Sandy Kapatos YEARS IN POSITION: 5 OTHER COACHES: Peter Voelkel, Dan Ressner PRACTICE BEGINS: Feb. 18 FIRST GAME: Mar. 8 at home, vs. Charlotte Country Day 2012 RECORD: 12-7 2012 PLAYOFFS: Conference Champions, NCIAA State Finalist 2012 HONORS: Returning All-State Midfielder, Jimbo Barnes, 13’ (Furman University); All Conference Midfielder, Jamie Herakovich, 14’; Long Stick Midfielder, Josh Moorman, 13’ COACH’S OUTLOOK: We return a strong nucleus that brought us to the State Finals, including two of the most dynamic players in the state in Jimbo Barnes and Jamie Herakovich. We also return two of three starters in the defensive end in Will Barefoot and Jacob Johnson, along with Long Pole standout Josh Moorman.

Women’s Lacrosse HEAD COACH: Kerry Norman YEARS IN POSITION: 4 OTHER COACHES: Phil Robinson PRACTICE BEGINS: Feb. 25

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FIRST GAME:

Mar. 9 at Greensboro Day School 2012 RECORD: 20-2 2012 PLAYOFFS: NCISAA State Tournament Champions 2012 HONORS: TISAC Conference Champions; NCISAA State Tournament Champions COACH’S OUTLOOK: We hope to continue our tradition of team work, disciplined play, and a dedication to defense for the 2013 season. Our goal is to get better every day.

Women’s Soccer HEAD COACH:

Dena Floyd

2012 RECORD: N/A

2013 SEASON:

2012 PLAYOFFS: N/A

(Our 2013 season) should be a little bit better.

COACH’S OUTLOOK:

Everybody is back, but one starter. We have not

I am extremely excited to begin coaching at had an experienced pitcher for the last couple of

Ravenscroft this season. I have heard nothing but good things about the team’s talent and

years – and this year will be no different.

good character. From what I have grown to

Men’s Tennis

learn and know thus far, I know we have the

HEAD COACH:

aspiration, potential, and talent to help us

YEARS IN POSITION: 11

produce a winning squad this season.

PRACTICE BEGINS: Feb. 25

Softball

FIRST MATCH:

Debbie Peek

Mar. 6 at East Chapel Hill

2012 RECORD: 7-9 HEAD COACH:

Chip Hoggard

2012 PLAYOFFS:

Lost 5-4 in first round,

YEARS IN POSITION: First Year

YEARS IN POSITION: 19 years

NCISAA 3A Division

OTHER COACHES:

Meredith Raabe

OTHER COACHES:

Alison Kelly

state playoffs

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 25

PRACTICE BEGINS:

Feb. 25

2012 HONORS:

Will Jones (a junior in 2012)

FIRST GAME:

Mar. 7, at home, 2012 RECORD:

0-16

vs. St. David’s

was voted Player of the Year in TISAC Conference for 3rd year in a row, as well as All-Conference and

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Sanderson Student Wins Hopeline Logo Contest

By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

HopeLine, Inc. offers caring and confidential listening and resource information to those in need throughout the Raleigh area.

Founded in 1970 by a small group of volunteers who saw a need for a suicide prevention and crisis intervention helpline, today, HopeLine offers assistance via the crisis line, Teen TalkLine, and the new Teen TalkLine website with instant messaging. It is the only crisis support service line in the area open to anyone regardless of the type of crisis.

Funded by individual donations, corporate and civic contributions, and grants, HopeLine is a non-profit partner agency of the United Way of the Greater Triangle whose trained volunteers receive calls on any number of crisis situations including suicide, domestic violence, and death and dying. “We are grateful for the support of the community and partner agencies who help us provide this vital service,” said Courtney Worthen, HopeLine Executive Director. Donations of equipment, materials, and services help offset the expenditures and allow investment in program expansion, improvement, and support community education programs about suicide prevention, mental illness, and depression.

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To help get teens involved with the new instant messaging service and the Teen TalkLine website, HopeLine recently sponsored a logo design contest. The winning entry was designed by Sanderson High senior Allison Kittinger. Kittinger, daughter of Stephen and Michelle Kittinger, is a member of the National Art Honor Society, vice president of Sanderson’s Writer's Club and Gay-Straight Alliance, National Merit Commended Scholar, and a community volunteer.

“Everyone goes through patches of darkness, and some don't have anyone around to help them out,” said Kittinger. “With HopeLine, people who will hear and help you are just a keypad away, and it's free.”

HopeLine currently seeks sponsors for its third annual Skate for Life fundraising event, a skateboarding competition at 12 noon on Saturday, May 11, at Marsh Creek Skate Park. And, as always, HopeLine needs volunteers to answer crisis line calls, correspond with adolescents on the Teen TalkLine instant messaging service, and help with fundraising, community outreach, and educational events.

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Gigi’s Spreads Love And Joy, One Cupcake At a Time in Raleigh Anyone who enters Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek knows they have discovered something special. Since opening their doors on Dec. 3, 2011, owners and husband and wife team Maury Cole and Marina Lee have been on a mission to, in their words, “spread love and joy, one cupcake at a time.”

“Our main focus is on the quality of our gourmet cupcakes, baked and decorated with care and served with a smile,” said Lee, who also works as a customer service manager at Cisco Systems. The flavors are developed and recipes tested personally by Gigi

Butler, the founder and CEO, who opened her first store in February 2008.

As one of over 70 stores in 19 states, Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek has performed in the top 10 for overall store sales every month since its opening, climbing steadily each month.

Cole and Lee credit much of their success to their employees, who they endearingly call the “Cupcake Crew.”

“When we reached number one in sales, we celebrated with a company picnic and cookout for our crew and their families,” said Cole. And, in appreciation of their consistent hard work, the cupcake crew is treated to a team dinner every month at a restaurant of their choice.

This recipe for success also includes a commitment to giving back to the community. Through such a joyful product, they partner with many local and some national

charities and organizations to provide support. In addition to the plentiful selection of fresh baked gourmet cupcakes, Gigi’s Cupcakes also offers customization for weddings, birthdays, holidays, special events, and client gifts. “Our desire is to have a store that provides memorable experiences through great products, whether it’s a treat just because you deserved one today, or part of an incredible wedding day,” said Lee. Gigi’s Cupcakes is located at 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy #105 in Brier Creek Commons.

For more information, call 919-206-4002, email briercreeknc@gigiscupcakesusa.com, or visit gigiscupcakesusa.com/briercreeknorthcarolina.

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It’s popular with kids of all ages.

It provides sweeping views of Raleigh-Durham International Airport’s 10,000-foot runway.

It’s located near the Air Traffic Control Tower.

And you can actually hear the pilot-to-tower communications from audio speakers on the elevated observation platform.

It’s RDU Observation Park, and it definitely should be on the list of how to take a “time out” at the local airport.

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“I love to go here for lunch,” she said. “I don’t work too far from here, so it is a great place to bring a bag lunch, sit down and stare at the amazement of flight. Where else can you go and see a plane take off or land from a few hundred feet away?”

Also while at RDU, visit the General Aviation Terminal for more viewing opportunities.

Here, find an observation balcony for up close viewing to the action on the general aviation ramp – including planes taking off and landing on RDU’s other two runways.

At the General Aviation Terminal, you’ll also find Crosswinds Café, which is open for lunch MondaysFridays. According to RDU officials, visitors can dine in front of large glass windows for viewing the airfield — or, order a meal packaged to go and enjoy a picnic at Observation Park. The General Aviation Terminal is open 6 a.m to 9 p.m. daily. Parking is free for the first four hours.

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Wash your hands frequently. The amount of bacteria and germs we come in contact with on a daily basis is considerable. The Centers for Disease Control (“the CDC”) recommends a minimum of 30 seconds with soap and the warmest water you can stand.

Get enough sleep. Most health experts recommend 7 hours for adults and 9-10 hours for children and teens.

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Make healthy food choices. Eat the colors of the rainbow. Ingest smaller portions and eat more frequently to keep blood sugar stable and to prevent overeating.

Encourage and support physical activities.

This includes all members of the family.

Thirty minutes of exercise 5-7 times per week can greatly improve your overall mood and physical stamina. Make it a family affair. The old saying goes: The family that plays together stays together.

Get regular health check-ups and screenings. There are several community screenings available. Once source to check is www.findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.

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Learn positive parenting tips with your teen drivers. According to the CDC, car crashes are the number one killer of teens – taking an estimated 3,000 young lives per year. Get the facts and more information to help your teen driver at www.saferoads4teens.org.

Have a plan and make goals for weight loss. According to www.fitday.com, people need to consider five specific factors in setting up their weight loss goal: Make sure it is specific, measureable, attainable, realistic, and timely.

Work on your brain; eat to lower your risk of dementia. As we age, incorrect eating and poor nutrition take a greater toll on our brains.

Seniors with higher levels of vitamins B, C, D, E and Omega-3 fatty acids score better on cognitive testing. Studies from the University of Miami indicate a diet rich in fruits and vegetables with small amounts of meat and fish, whole grains, nuts and olive oil had less stress on small blood vessels to the brain. Other healthy brain choices include leafy greens and cabbage.

Give up or greatly reduce your diet soda intake. A host of studies have found clear health concerns associated with diet soda consumption.

A few health problems often associated with diet sodas include: • Tooth enamel damage: The high amount of phosphoric acid eats away at the tooth enamel.

• Kidney damage: Consuming two or more diet sodas per day drops kidney function by 30 percent.

• Bone loss: Because phosphoric acid causes the calcium in your bloodstream to be excreted to your urine, more calcium is pulled away from your bones.

Give yourself quiet time.

In this fast-paced world, slowing down and finding a peaceful place to get centered and balanced is extremely important. Daily devotion, meditation, and reading scripture are a few ways to disengage and nurture the soul.

For more information and healthy resources available, we suggest visiting these websites (among other websites and books): www.cdc.gov, www.aarp.com,

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Learning, Growing Through Christ Trinity Academy features excellent academics, caring and compassionate faculty Nestled within a sprawling and wooded 38-acre campus, Trinity Academy of Raleigh is bustling with 370 students – spanning grades transitional kindergarten through 12 – learning and growing through Christ.

“Trinity’s program integrates authentic Christianity with rigorous academics throughout the grades in ways that lead to students thinking critically about all things, secular and religious,” said Dr. Robert Littlejohn, Head of School.

In fact, Trinity families, students, and staff consistently describe their school as a “community” of faith and learning that is unlike any other. “Our faculty is not only excellent in their teaching skills, but also caring and compassionate and truly invested in the lives of the students they teach,” said Dr. Littlejohn.

Trinity Academy was founded in 1995 by families who believed there was a need in the Triangle for a school that combined high quality academics with authentic Christian living. They adopted a broad orthodox statement of Christian belief, implemented a classical approach to teaching and learning, and welcomed families from a range of Christian traditions.

Today, Dr. Littlejohn and his dedicated and highly experienced leadership team – which includes Beth McCauley, Head of Lower School;

Trinity Academy Mission: To equip students to live with wisdom, excellence, and purpose in the modern world by offering an education grounded in the Christian faith and the classical tradition.

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Trinity may be unique in claiming 100 percent college acceptance, and perstudent college scholarship offers rival the best schools in the region.

DR. ROBERT LITTLEJOHN Steve Pond, Head of Upper School; David Schenk, Director of Athletics; and Susan Dougherty, Director of College Guidance – are proud to oversee one of the finest college preparatory institutions in the region. “Trinity may be unique in claiming 100 percent college acceptance, and per-student college scholarship offers rival the best schools in the region,” said Dr. Littlejohn.

With a focus on the classical arts and sciences, Trinity’s program of study takes its lead from the qualities, skills and experiences that colleges, scholarship committees, and employers seek among their successful applicants. The curriculum itself is the best preparation for college placement and includes Christian principles integrated into every aspect of the learning experience, Latin as part of the standard curriculum, a strong emphasis on grammar, fine arts, logic and rhetoric, as well as athletics and service learning projects, all of which nourish the whole student – mind, body, and spirit. “We don’t tell our students what to think,” said Dr. Littlejohn.

“We teach them how to think.”

Trinity Academy is located at 10224 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC. For more information or to arrange a visit, contact the Admissions Office at admissions@trinityacademy.com

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Holiday giving took on new meaning this past December for the close to 160 Trinity Academy Upper School students and staff who participated with Stop Hunger Now, a Raleigh-based international hunger relief organization, to package more than 14,000 nutritious meals for children a world away.

“We wanted to do something powerful and impactful on our last day of school before Christmas break,” said Steve Pond, Trinity Upper School Head. “As the Christmas season ought to be a time of remembrance, reflection, and action-filled giving, we felt that a Stop Hunger Now packaging event would be a great opportunity to help those in need.”

To prepare for this effort, Service Prefect, Jessica Hofer coordinated all aspects of the program from initial

Trinity Students, Faculty Pack Meals To Feed the World’s Hungry Children planning to post-event cleanup.

Participating students and faculty took part in whole-group education and dialogue learning about Stop Hunger Now and their valuable efforts to end hunger by delivering millions of meals to children around the world. And after learning that in developing countries, almost one out of every 15 children will die before they reach the age of five, students were highly motivated to collaborate and work hard to make this project a success. Trinity students and parents contributed the funds necessary to purchase the food items, and to encourage “authentic” giving, students were asked to work to make

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Given the success of the event and positive impact on the school community, Trinity Academy

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Wakefield Women’s Club final monthly luncheon of 2012 featured festive, seasonal music and a preview of the NC Theatre’s upcoming 30th Anniversary show season.

In addition to the special musical performance by members of the North Carolina Conservatory, Lisa Grele Barrie — president and CEO of NC Theatre — was on hand to greet visitors and introduce the lineup of productions scheduled for the spring and summer theatre season.

Founded in 2001, Wakefield Women’s Club is a social organization for women of Wakefield Plantation and the surrounding areas of Wake Forest and North Raleigh. The monthly luncheon (held from September to May) features local speakers with a variety of topics on community, family and social matters.

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In addition to the monthly luncheon, the club offers additional opportunities to meet and socialize with other women, such as Bunco groups, bridge, canasta, couples dinners and major events including the Fall Fashion Show, Holiday Gala and Spring Fling.

Membership is open to the public and, according to the club website, current dues are $20 for Jan-May. The monthly luncheon is $25 and held at TCP Wakefield Plantation.

Women of all ages, interests and backgrounds are welcome.

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‘Paint Your HeART Out’ Program at Sertoma Art Center on Feb. 2 Sertoma Arts Center in North Raleigh plans its 3rd Annual Paint Your HeART Out old-Valentine’s-inspired program 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2.

Each participant in the program will create an original masterpiece on canvas using paint and other materials. Each piece will then be displayed in the Arts Center as February’s gallery exhibit.

Both pre-registration and day-of-event registration are available. A minimum donation of $6 is requested to support the arts and scholarship programs.

For more information, call 919-420-2329 or visit the Sertoma Arts Center at 1400 West Millbrook Road.

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B ee Research Center Planned At Raleigh’s ResearchTriangle Bayer CropScience plans to break ground in February on its North American Bee Care Center in Triangle Research Park, which will serve as a gathering place for researchers, bee experts, students and other visitors to meet regularly with leading Bayer scientists.

Located at the Bayer CropScience North America headquarters in Research Triangle Park, N.C., off T.W. Alexander Boulevard, the center is scheduled for completion in July.

"We understand the necessity for healthy bees as pollinators and theircriticalroletoagriculture,andbyworkingwithscientists,growers, beekeepers and customers, we strive to create new approaches and solutions to benefit bee health and the global food supply," said Jim Blome, president and CEO of Bayer CropScience North America. "Because we are aware of the challenge to continue feeding a growing world population, our Bee Care Center will be a vital resource in our ongoing commitment to maintaining sustainable agriculture."

A full laboratory and research apiary, as well as honey extraction and workshop space needed to conduct bee health research and to support a practical apiculture.

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Despite being protected under The Endangered Species Act and a maximum criminal penalty for the unlawful taking of a red wolf set at one year imprisonment and $100,000 fine per individual, at least 16 red wolves died in North Carolina in 2012.

Of those 16, two were struck and killed by vehicles, two died during capture, five died of unknown causes, and seven were suspected gunshot deaths.

The gunshot death of a red wolf in Tyrrell County, NC in November prompted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to offer a reward of up to $2,500 for information involving the incident.

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pound Pumpkin Wins State Fair Contest

See that big pumpkin at the North Carolina State Fair last fall? It was a 522.25-pound monster grown by Wallace Simmons of Goldsboro, NC – winning top honors at the 2012 event.

Competitions remained a popular feature of the State Fair, including a record 9,000 entries in the flower and garden shows. The livestock, horticulture, and arts and photography competitions also had high participation.

Total attendance at the fair was 965,297, good enough for third-highest all-time. “I always judge a fair by how much fun people are having, and it looked like people had a great time at the 2012 State Fair,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “I want to thank everyone for coming out...”Troxler said organizers already are planning the 2013 fair, scheduled for Oct. 17-27.

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“Wake Tech’s new logo signifies a life-changing journey,” says Laurie Clowers, Associate Vice President of Communications. “Wherever you want to go, Wake Tech can help get you there. Our dedicated and passionate faculty and staff are here to lead the way. And all those who embark on such a journey lead the way for themselves, their families, and many others.”

Wake Tech’s Northern Wake campus is located at 6600 Louisburg Road Raleigh, setting on 121 acres of rolling hills just north of I-540.The campus offers the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees for college/university transfer, as well as evening and weekend continuing education classes.

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