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A TWIST ON A

HOLIDAY CLASSIC

ALREADY A NATIONAL ADVOCATE

A True 919 Tradition Returns For 41st Year

North Raleigh Student Fighting For Safer Foods, Publishes Book

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BRINGING MARK TWAIN TO LIFE Don McNeill Channels Famed Humorist’s Look and Delivery PAGE 24

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SPECIAL H O L I D AY I SSU E 2015

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THE MAGIC OF MENTORSHIP Big Brothers Big Sisters Helps Children Succeed PAGE 80

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Special Holiday Recipes, Page 60 I What’s Happening this Holiday Season in the 919? Page 58 I 919 Fashion Show’s ‘What to Wear this Season’, Page 74

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What’s Inside 31

Raleigh’s 25th Annual Red Cross Ball Suzy Sarver, Linda Craft Co-Chair North Ridge Country Club Event

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Looking for a Track Out Acting Camp?

Sonorous Road Productions Provides Wide Range of Camps, Classes, Shows

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Seven Style Secrets of Savvy Women Mary Michele Nidiffer of StyleFinder Boutique Offers Tips on What to Wear

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More Live Music in North Raleigh 919 Magazine’s 2nd Annual 919 Music Fest Planned for May 22

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A Special Anniversary in Brier Creek Toll Brothers, Brier Creek Country Club Mark 15 Years in North Raleigh

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Food, Drink, Fashion and Fun! 919 Fashion Show Models Shimmy and Strut in Brier Creek for a Good Cause

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How to Handle Holiday Stress Tips from The Joint Chiropractic In Brier Creek to Survive Busy Time

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A Family Centered Approach Grossman Orthodontics of Wake Forest Offers Caring Environment

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High School Principal Strives To Guide Students to Success

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Need a Plan for Beautiful Skin?

Tips from Esthetics by Caris On Staying Vibrant and Healthy

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Morrisville Innovation Foundation Creighton Blackwell Guides Efforts To Engage Business and Community

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Another Big Event for RTP Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Moves 2016 Activities to The Frontier

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Uncertain on What to Buy a Teen?

It’s Christmas Time, and Here are Handy Tips to Find the Right Gift

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Bringing Mark Twain’s Humor to Life

North Raleigh’s Don McNeill Channels Celebrated Humorist in Look, Delivery

Already a National Advocate

Trinity Academy of Raleigh Student Dana Dziadul Fights for Safer Foods

A Very Different Twist

For Over 40 Years, This Take on Charles Dickens’ Holiday Tale a Classic All Its Own

Community Events Extracurricular Activities Community Sports Walks, Runs and Rides Holiday Events, Activities

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Publisher’s Note Advertisers Index 919 Deals Finish Line

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The Magic of Mentorship

Sharon Hill Emotionally Tied To Helping Children Via Big Brothers Big Sisters

919 | NOTES Publisher Suzy Beth Sarver Graphics Louwra Marais Deidri Ottesen Production Preston Reins Jenny Smith

Christmas in the 919 At this time of year, we can expect to see Santa Claus popping up everywhere.

Just look around: He’ll make an appearance Nov. 13 at Brier Creek Commons in North Raleigh. On Nov. 21, he will do a fly by at the Raleigh Christmas Parade. Come Nov. 6, the busy guy does the parade thing again, this time in Rolesville. Beginning Nov. 11, Santa makes special nightly appearances at Magical Winter Lights at Park West Village in Morrisville. In Wake Forest on Nov. 12, he shows up for another Christmas parade!

The list of his appearances in the 919 is a long one. It’s as if he’s everywhere … and, in fact, the spirit of Christmas is everywhere – and not just in December.

Just look around and you’ll see all kinds of signs, from the good works done by church congregations and local synagogues in Raleigh to civic organizations in Research Triangle Park packaging meals for the hungry, to residents in Brier Creek donating coats and other clothing to keep children warm. From food pantry donations throughout the region to the Wake Forest Police collecting turkeys to ensure needy families have a decent holiday dinner, the generosity and care shown by our citizens is visible on a daily basis.

With so many issues facing our nation and so many people with troubles of their own, it warms my heart to see so many 919’rs step up everyday to help others, give back, and pay it forward. It’s important, not only because it helps so many in need and support in some way – but because it ensures that our civilization endures and thrives.

I love Christmas time. And all of us at 919 Magazine take pride in sharing stories about real people – our friends and our neighbors – who go over and above to show all of us that the true spirit of the holidays is alive and well in the 919.

As always, in this special Holiday Edition, we celebrate people who are making a difference in the community, who rise up to overcome their challenges – and perhaps, even give us a reason to cheer. It illustrates just what a good place we find ourselves.

In addition, this issue offers readers a list of local holiday events and activities (on Page 58); a couple of great holiday recipes from great local chefs (on Page 60); and, of course, some heartwarming profiles of some of the best local residents.

All of this makes us very proud to be a part of the 919, where we all Live, Work and Play.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

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COMMUNITY EVENTS NORTH RALEIGH, LEESVILLE NOV 11/5-7

41st Annual Visions of Sugarplums Holiday Art & Gift Show

Free admission, parking Thu-Fri: 9 am-8 pm Sat: 9 am-3 pm Quail Hollow Swim & Tennis Clubhouse 800 Orleans Pl, Raleigh 919-847-4868 visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com

11/10

Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve Dedication Ceremony

10 am 2900 Horse Show Farm Rd Parking: WRAL Soccer Complex parks.raleighnc.gov

11/12

Thanksgiving Fun

Age 3-6; 10-11 am; $5 Crafts, games and stories Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

11/14

Sertoma Fall Arts Fair

Demonstrations, tours, food, more 10 am-5 pm Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W Millbrook Rd 919-996-2329 parks.raleighnc.gov

LRHS DECA’s Saving Grace Walk Against Animal Abuse

Benefitting Saving Grace Animals for Adoption Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-520-2984 zachwalker123@gmail.com lrhsdeca.wix.com/savinggrace

11/15

2nd Annual Handmade Hanukkah Market

10 am-3 pm; free Temple Beth Or 5315 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh 919-931-2537 hanukkahmarket.com

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Tennis for Good Charitable Tennis Tournament

7 am-5 pm Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd # B, Raleigh www.tennisforgood.org

DEC 12/3

Reindeer Games

Songs, stories, games, more Age 3-5; 10-10:45 am; $10 fee Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center 1905 B Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4128 parks.raleighnc.gov

12/4-20

Musical: ‘Nuncrackers’

Fri, Sat: 8 pm; Sun: 3 pm Tickets: $12-$18 North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre 7713-51 Lead Mine Rd 919-866-0228 nract.org

12/6

Holiday Cookies, Milk with Santa

Age 2-8; 1:30-2:30 pm; $8 Pre-registration required Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 parks.raleighnc.gov

12/8

Santa’s Elves Ornament Special

Enjoy milk, cookies with Santa, and make an ornament; bring two non-perishable food items 10-11 am; age 1-12 Pre-registration required Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

BRIER CREEK NOV 11/6

Pre-Holiday Wine Expo

6 pm-9 pm Brier Creek Country Club Members Only 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh 919-206-4600 www.briercreekcc.com www.919Magazine.com

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10 am-12 pm Brier Creek Country Club Members Only 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh 919-206-4600 www.briercreekcc.com

Various ages, times, dates 3:45-4:45 am, Mondays Age 6-8; $30 Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 11:30 am-1 pm; members only 260 Town Hall Dr 919-463-7150 morrisvillechamber.org

Brier Creek Book Swap

11/13

Santa’s Arrival and Christmas Tree Lighting

Music, balloon artist, face painting, refreshments, ‘sleigh’ rides, more 5:30-8:30 pm Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh www.shopbriercreekcommons.com

11/13-12/20

Brier Creek Commons Horse-drawn Carriage Rides

Fri, Sat: 5:30-8:30 pm Sun: 2-5 pm Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh shopbriercreekcommons.com

11/17

Data Visualization For Analytics

Women in Technology Institute 6-8 pm; free to WITA members, $15 for non-members includes light snacks and beverages Brier Creek Country Club 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh witi@monicazimmerman.us witi.com

11/22

Stop Hunger Now Meal Packaging Event Sponsored by All Saints United Methodist Church; volunteers welcome 1-3 pm Brier Creek Country Club 919-321-2648 allsaintsumc.org

11/23

‘Caring Coats’ Drive Launches

Donate coats through Jan. 1 for those in need at: Pump It Up Brier Creek Gigi’s Cupcakes Brier Creek Finger Tips Brier Creek Info: 919-602-9401

11/23-12/28

Yoga at Brier Creek

Six sessions 6:15-7:15 pm; Mondays Age 16-up; $50 Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

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DEC 12/3-17

Tumbling Times Gymnastics

Various ages, times, dates 9:30-10:15 am; $30 Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

12/7-21

Twinkle Toes Dance

Various ages, times, dates 10:30-11:15 am, Mondays Age 2-3; $30 Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 parks.raleighnc.gov

12/12

Holiday Shopping Event & Luncheon

Presented by Wild & Wacky Wonderful Women of the World, benefitting NC Medical Society Alliance supporting mental health resources in North Carolina Vendors, prizes, raffles, more 10 am-2:30 pm; $30 Brier Creek Country Club 919-924-4370 w5holidayshoppingevent@yahoo.com

12/24

All Saints Christmas Eve in a Barn

Special All Saints United Methodist Church Services 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm; 7:30 pm Page Farms 6100 Mt. Herman Rd, Raleigh 919-321-2648 allsaintsumc.org

MORRISVILLE NOV 11/12

Morrisville Chamber KNOW Luncheon

Topic: ‘Business Is a Team Sport – Learn How to Win’ 11:30-1 pm Members,$30; non-members, $50 Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary 919-463-7150 morrisvillechamber.org

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New Member Luncheon

11/19

Coffee & Connections

Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 7:30-8:30 am; free to members 260 Town Hall Dr 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

11/21

Mistletoe Market

Handmade craft and food market, sponsored by GHHS Fine Arts Boosters 11 am-3 pm Green Hope High 2500 Carpenter Upchurch Rd, Cary 919-380-3700 greenhopehigh.wcpss.net

DEC 12/3

Morrisville Chamber Holiday Reception

5:30-7 pm The Chef’s Academy 2001 Carrington Mill Blvd 919-463-7150 morrisvillechamber.org

12/4

Town of Morrisville Tree Lighting

Music, crafts for kids, Santa, refreshments and more 7-9 pm; free Indian Creek Trailhead Town Hall Dr townofmorrisville.org

12/7

Morrisville Senior Christmas Party

Music, food, gift exchange 12 pm; $3 fee Cedar Fork Community Center 1050 B Town Hall Dr 919-463-7100 townofmorrisville.org

12/11-20

Magical Winter Lights

Unique light show, music, food, train rides, story time with Santa Claus, more 6-8 pm; free Village Market Place, in front of Stone Theatre-Park West 14 Park West Village, Morrisville parkwestvillage.net

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Coffee & Connections

Morrisville Chamber of Commerce 7:30-8:30 am; free to members 260 Town Hall Dr 919-463-7155 morrisvillechamber.org

11/5-6

Triangle Global Health Annual Conference 8 am-4:30 pm NC Biotechnology Center 15 TW Alexander Dr, RTP triangleglobalhealth.org

11/5

RTP Rotary Club Stop Hunger Now

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK

Volunteers to pack 10,000 meals to feed the hungry 1:45-4 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP events.stophunernow.org/RTPRotary

11/3

Bitcoin Business Meetup Discussion of the Money Transmitters Act 6:20-8 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP bwarner@entredot.org rtp.org

11/6

US2020 RTP Gaming & IT Expo

11/4

5th Nagoya Univ. Tech Biomedical Engineering Roundtable 2015

Hands-on demonstrations for middle, high school students 10 am-2 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP 919-433-1676 rtp.org

11/9

8:30 am-1 pm NC Biotechnology Center 15 TW Alexander Dr, RTP Nagoya@tpnu.org nutechtransfer.org

Starting, Financing A Venture in NC NC Secretary of State’s Office 5:15-7 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP ljohn@sosnc.com sosnc.com

11/5, 12

Happy Hour at RTP 4:30-6:30 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

11/12

RTP Rotary Club Fall Wine Raffle

5-6:30 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP Info@RTPRotary.org RotaryWineRaffle.org

11/19

RTP 180

Program: Social Entrepreneurship, For the Greater Good 5:30-8:30 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr rtp.org

11/20

Raleigh SEO Meetup

Sponsored by Oak City Tech 5:30-9 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr, RTP raleighseomeetup.org

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Happy Hour at RTP 4:30-6:30 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

12/17

RTP 180

Program: Food 2.0 5:30-8:30 pm The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

Nov/Dec

RTP Food Truck Rodeo 11:30 am-1:30 pm, Fri The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

Kauffman Labs’ 1 Million Cups

Entrepreneurs share coffee, ideas and advice 9 am, Wed The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.1millioncups.com/rtp

RTPfit Cardio

4:45-5:30 pm, Mon The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

RTPfit Yoga

4:45-5:30 pm, Wed The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

Fleet Feet Sports Weekly Run Club 5:30 pm, Thu The Frontier 800 Park Office Dr www.rtp.org

WAKE FOREST, WAKEFIELD, ROLESVILLE NOV 11/4, 18

Carolina Puppet Theatre Theme: Being Thankful Age 3-7; $5 WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov

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Free; 7 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

Free; 3 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

Touched by Hope Free Community Health Clinic

5th Annual Big Night Ball

Making Glass Holiday Ornaments

Art After Hours

First Friday Flix

11/7

Services provided to those in need 8 am-1 pm Hope Lutheran Church 3525 Rogers Rd, WF 919-554-8109 www.hopelutheranwf.org

All supplies provided 10-1 pm; $50; age 10-15 WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

St. Ives Estates Holiday Bazaar

Local vendors and artisans; accepting non-perishable food donations 10 am-4 pm St. Ives Estates Clubhouse 505 Capellan St, WF 408-300-3468 bonnie.cooper74@yahoo.com

Rolesville Reindeer Day

Rolesville High PTSA Shopping Event 9 am-4 pm Admission: $2 or food item 1099 E Young St, Rolesville rolesvillehsptsa@gmail.com rolesvillehsptsa.com

A Walk Along the Shore

Benefit for Shore Grief Center 1:45 pm for run; 2 pm for walk Patterson Hall, SEBTS 120 Wingate St, WF 919-368-6286 shorgriefcenter.org

Craft & Bake Sale

Southeastern Seminary 9 am-3 pm Ledford Center Gymnasium 420 S Wingate St, WF www.sebts.edu

11/9

4KidzFlix

Free; 10:30 am WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

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11/13

Benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle Dinner, dancing, silent auction 6:30-11 pm Brier Creek Country Club 9400 Club Hill Dr, Raleigh bbstriangle.org 5-9 pm Downtown Wake Forest downtownwakeforest.com

11/14

Renaissance Centre Broadway Ball

Dinner, music, dancing, more 7-10 pm; $50 per person WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov

Road to Rolesville 5K/10K Challenge

9 am Rolesville Community School Park 121 Redford Place 919-322-1083 rolesvillechamber.org

15th Annual Mistletoe

Market Holiday Fair More than 200 vendors 9 am-4:30 pm Admission: $5 Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr wakefieldhsptsa.org

11/15

CROP Hunger Walk

Non-perishable food donations accepted 1.5 mile route Wake Forest Historical Society 414 N Main St, WF 919-453-7034 cropwalkonline.org

11/17

PNC Grow Up Great Program

Presented by NC Symphony 10-11 am WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov

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NC Symphony Instrument Zoo

A hands-on musical activity with percussionist Matt Decker 10 am; pre-K to 2nd Grade Wake Forest Renaissance Centre 405 S. Brooks St 919-435-9566 wakeforestnc.gov

11/19

Writer’s Night in the Forest Guest: Kim Church, “Byrd” Free; 7 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

11/21, 23

Wake Forest Police Turkey Drive, Giveaway

11/21, 9 am-12 pm: Deadline for cash, turkey donations, at Police Dept, 225 S Taylor St; 11/23, 9-11 am: Turkey distribution, WF Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave 919-795-7270 wakeforestnc.gov

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12/4

Just Think First 5K

And Skinny Turkey Half Marathon, Benefitting WHS Just Think First Program 7:30 am, 8 am Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr 919-376-9441 fsseries.com

11/30

Wake Forest Children’s Choir Holiday Concert

Lighting of Wake Forest

Town tree lighting, visits with Santa, music and more 6-8 pm; free Centennial Plaza Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S. Brooks St 919-435-9415 wakeforestnc.gov

First Friday Flix

6 pm; free WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov

Free; open to public WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

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12/5

Downtown Merchants Holiday Open House

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Special offers, refreshments, entertainment, kids’ activities Begins at 10 am; free Downtown Wake Forest 919-435-9415 wakeforestdowntown.com

Theme: Everyone is Special Age 3-7; $5 WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov

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11/6

Carols, refreshments, more 7-8:30 pm; free Binkley Chapel, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary 120 S Wingate St, WF 919-761-2804 conferences@sebts.edu

Hosted by WF Downtown; 1-3 pm Start: S White and S Brooks 919-435-9415 wakeforestdowntown.com

6:45 pm; free Sycamore Creek Elementary 10921 Leesville Rd 919-841-4333 wcpss.net/sycamorecreekes

Joyful Collective Christmas Concert

Santa’s Secret Workshop Making a handmade surprise 1-3 pm; $20; age 3-5 WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

12/4-6

Walk Through Bethlehem

Fealtures staff and crew of 150 Fri, Sat: 6-9 pm, Sun, 5-8 pm; free Wake Forest Presbyterian Church 12605 Capital Blvd wakeforestpres.org

12/6

2015 Rolesville Christmas Parade

Theme: Memories of Christmas Past; begins at Rolesville Baptist Church, 203 E Young St 1 pm 919-562-7069 rolesvillechamber.org

12/7

68th WF Community Christmas Dinner

Dinner, awards, more Tickets: $15; 6:30 pm The Forks Cafeteria 339 S Brooks St, WF bevwhiz@gmail.com wakeforestnc.gov

12/10

Calls from Santa

WF Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Dept.

For kids age 3-7; 6-8 pm Advance registration required wakeforestnc.gov

12/11-13

‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’

Forest Moon Theatre Presentation Fri-Sat: 7:30 pm; Sun: 3 pm, 7:30 pm Wake Forest Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF forestmoontheater.org

12/11

Art After Hours

5-9 pm Downtown Wake Forest downtownwakeforest.com

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12/14

Family Movie Night Out: ‘Big Hero 6’

4KidzFlix

11/6-7

Free at Three

Fall Theatre Performance 7 pm Adults: $8 adv, $10 door; Students, seniors: $5 adv, $8 door Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd trinityacademy.com

Free; 10:30 am WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov Free; 3 pm WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9428 wakeforestnc.gov

12/16

Wake Forest ‘Shop with a Cop’ Event

Donations accepted by Wake Forest Police Dept 919-554-6150 kwarren@wakeforestnc.gov

SCHOOLS NOV 11/5-7

‘Anne of Green Gables’

MHS Theatre Production 7 pm $5 (students); $10 (public) Millbrook High 2201 Spring Forest Rd 919-850-8787 wcpss.net/millbrookhs

‘The Odd Couple’

LRHS Pride Fall Production, featuring both male and female cast performances 7 pm (1:30 pm Sat matinee) Tickets: $8 Leesville Road High 8410 Pride Way, Raleigh 919-870-4250 lrhsprideproductions.com

‘Peter Pan’

Wakefield Theatre Production 7 pm; $10 Wakefield High 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr 919-562-3600 wakefieldtheatre.net

‘The Crucible’

Green Hope Theatre Production 7 pm; $7 (students), $10 (adults) GHHS Auditorium Green Hope High 2500 Upchurch Rd, Cary greenhopefinearts.org

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An Evening With The Playwrights

NCTC Theater Festival

Fri: 1-11 pm; Sat: 6 am-7 pm Wake Forest High 420 W Stadium Dr, WF 919-554-8611 wcpss.net/wakeforesths

11/13

Group Tour

9 am, Adm Building Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 admissions@trinityacademy.com trinityacademy.com

11/19

Bookworm Pajama Party

Leesville Road Elementary 8402 Pride Way, Raleigh 919-870-4200 lespta.com

11/19-11/21

‘You Can’t Take It With You’ Panther Creek Theatre Arts Production 7 pm; $5 PCHS Auditorium Panther Creek High 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy, Cary 919-463-8656 wcpss.net/panthercreekhs

11/30-12/5

Annual Food Drive Hilburn Academy 7100 Hilburn Dr 919-571-6800 hilburnacademy.net

DEC 12/1

High School Preview Night

7 pm, Adm Building Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 admissions@trinityacademy.com trinityacademy.com NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2015

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12/2-3

Jeffreys Grove Magnet 6119 Creedmoor Rd 919-881-4910 wcpss.net/jeffreysgrovees

Mills Park Middle 441 Mills Park Dr, Cary 991-466-1500 millsparkmsleopards.weebly.com

Science Fair

Brier Creek Elementary 9801 Brier Creek Pkwy 919-484-4747 briercreekes.net

12/7

Leesville Middle Orchestra Concert

7 pm Leesville Rd High Theater 8410 Pride Way, Raleigh 919-870-4141 wcpss.net/leesvilleroadms

12/11

Group Tour

9 am, Adm Building Trinity Academy of Raleigh 10224 Baileywick Rd 919-786-0114 admissions@trinityacademy.com trinityacademy.com

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12/15

Winter Choral Concert

7 pm; SHS Auditorium Sanderson High School 5500 Dixon Dr, Raleigh 919-881-4800 sandersonhs.org

12/17

Band and Orchestra Concert

7 pm West Millbrook Middle 8115 Strickland Rd 919-870-4050 wmms.net

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS 11/3-8

Jump for the Children

Horse Show, events benefitting Duke Children’s Hospital Various Times Hunt Horse Complex 4601 Trinity Rd, Raleigh 919-556-7321 jumpforthechildren.org

11/5

Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Benefitting March of Dimes 5:30 pm Prestonwood Country Club 300 Prestonwood Pkwy, Cary 919-424-2156 www.marchofdimes.com

11/9

13th Annual Breakfast of Champions Benefitting Boys and Girls Clubs 7:30-9 am; $50 fee Raleigh Convention Center 500 S. Salisbury St 919-834-6282 wakebgc.org

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Road to Rolesville 5K/10K Challenge 9 am Rolesville Community School Park 121 Redford Place 919-322-1083 rolesvillechamber.org

11/14-15

The North Star

Staged by Carolina Dance Foundation 7 pm; 11/15; 3 pm, 11/16 Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E. South St., Raleigh 919-848-1830 www.carolinadancefoundation.org/events

11/21

20th American Indian Heritage Celebration

11 am-4 pm North Carolina Museum of History 919-807-7900 ncmuseumofhistory.org

Raleigh Fireman’s Ball

Reception, program, dinner, dancing, more Tickets: $50; 6-11 pm Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St Raleighfiremuseum.org/ball

12/9-13

Theatre in the Park’s ‘A Christmas Carol’

Starring Ira David Wood III Raleigh Memorial Auditorium 2 E South St ticketmaster.com

12/10

Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting

Featuring Raleigh Concert Band 5:30 pm; free North Carolina State Capitol 1 E. Edenton St, Raleigh 919-733-4994 nchistoricsites.org/capitol

12/17-20

Theatre in the Park’s ‘A Christmas Carol’

Starring Ira David Wood III Durham Performing Arts Center 123 Vivian St DPACNC.com

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25th Annual Red Cross Ball

6 pm North Ridge Country Club 6612 Falls of Neuse Rd 919-277-2802 www.redcrossorg/triangleredcrossball

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SPECIALS/OTHER Nov/Dec

Preschool Tours

International Preschool of Raleigh 2730 Godley Lane, Brier Creek 919-957-7249 ipraleigh.com

All Ages Table Tennis Open Play

6:30-9 pm, Wed 9-11 am, Saturdays Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh parks.raleighnc.gov

Weekday Open Jumps

Parents’ Night Out

Mon, Wed, Fri: 10 am-4 pm; Tue,Thu: 10 am-8 pm $8 per child ($6 for siblings) Pump It Up Brier Creek 10700 World Trade Blvd #112 919-828-3344 pumpitupparty.com/raleigh-nc

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REGISTRATION, CAMPS, LESSONS

Jumping, games, dinner, movie 6-10 pm, Fridays; age 4-12 $20 per child ($15 for sibling) Pump It Up Brier Creek 10700 World Trade Blvd #112 919-828-3344 pumpitupparty.com/raleigh-nc

Spirit of Christmas Sale 10% off non-sale items with coupon on Page 85 Children’s Orchard 2865 Jones Franklin Rd, Raleigh/Cary 919-852-0550 childrensorchard.com

NIGHTLIFE Nov/Dec

12/1-17

Swimming Lessons

Various ages and times $53 for residents Morrisville Aquatics & Fitness Center 1301 Morrisville Pkwy 919-463-6900 townofmorrisville.org

Nov/Dec

Viva DF Tequila & Taco Bar

Acting Track Out Camps

Wine 101

Gymnastics

Raleigh Brewing Company

Karate/Martial Arts

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES

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Tamale Tuesdays, 5-9 pm (dine in or carry out) 4075 Davis Dr Morrisville 919-467-2627 vivadf.com

Wine Tastings: Fridays, 5-7 pm Saturdays, 2-5 pm Raleigh: 5910 Duraleigh Rd 919-758-8740 Wake Forest: 3325 Rogers Rd 919-453-1555 wine101nc.com Tours: 3 pm, 1st & 2nd Sat Live Music: Check website Tap Room: Opens 12 pm daily 3709 Neil St, Raleigh 919-400-9086 raleighbrewingcompany.com

Nov/Dec Badminton Open Play

Various dates and ages Sonorous Road Productions 209 Oberlin Rd, Raleigh 919-803-3798 staff@sonorousroad.com sonorousroad.com

Various ages, times, locations, fees Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 Greystone Recreation Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 www.wakegov.com Various ages, times, locations, fees Brier Creek Community Center 10810 Globe Rd 919-420-2340 Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 www.wakegov.com

Peck’s Taekwondo America 8001-109 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh 919-846-6578 peckstkd.com

10:30 am-12:30 pm Thursdays; all ages Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh 919-870-2880 parks.raleighnc.gov www.919Magazine.com

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Various times, locations, ages, fees Lake Lynn Community Center 79212 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 www.wakegov.com

Little Sluggers Baseball

Various times, locations; $36 fee; age 3-5 Lake Lynn Community Center 79212 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 www.wakegov.com

Little Shooters Basketball

Various times, locations; $36 fee; age 3-5 Lake Lynn Community Center 79212 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 Optimist Community Center 5900 Whittier Dr 919-870-2880 Millbrook Community Center 1905 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4156 www.wakegov.com

WALKS, RACES, RIDES, GOLF 11/1

9th Annual City of Oaks Marathon

Includes six individual events 7 am Hillsborough Street, at NC State University Bell Tower cityofoaksmarathon.com

11/7

A Walk Along the Shore

Benefit for Shore Grief Center 1:45 pm for run; 2 pm for walk Patterson Hall, SEBTS 120 Wingate St, WF 919-368-6286 shorgriefcenter.org

11/14

Road to Rolesville 5K/10K Challenge

9 am Rolesville Community School Park 121 Redford Place 919-322-1083 rolesvillechamber.org

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LRHS DECA’s Saving Grace Walk Against Animal Abuse

Benefitting Saving Grace Animals for Adoption Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd, Raleigh 919-520-2984 zachwalker123@gmail.com lrhsdeca.wix.com/savinggrace

11/26

Just Think First 5K

And Skinny Turkey Half Marathon, Benefitting WHS Just Think First Program 7:30 am, 8 am Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr 919-376-9441 fsseries.com

12/5

Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis

Holiday costumes encouraged 9:30 am-12 pm; $30 fee St. Mary’s School 900 Hillsborough St, Raleigh 919-250-0433 jbr.org

12/6

GOTR Reindeer Romp 5K Benefitting Girls on the Run 10 am Wake Med Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary 919-401-6307 www.gotrtriangle.org

12/12

10th Annual Jolly Elf Trail Run

Benefitting St. Michael School 8:30 am Wake Med Soccer Park 201 Soccer Park Dr, Cary 919-468-6150 www.jollyelfrun.com

SENIOR ACTIVITIES 12/2

Remembrance Craft: Necktie Angels

Turn a lost loved one’s tie Into a beautiful necktie angel 1:30-3 pm; free (bring tie) Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 parks.raleighnc.gov

12/4

Are You Feeling Blue?

Learn about resources for coping with depression 1-2 pm; free consultations Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 parks.raleighnc.gov

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Free Play Tennis For Seniors All levels of play; age 55-up Mon, Thu: 9 am-12 pm Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center 1905 B Spring Forest Rd 919-872-4128 parks.raleighnc.gov

Ageless Grace

Simple tools for lifelong comfort Tuesdays: 2-2:45 pm; $8 Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 parks.raleighnc.gov

Senior Fridays

Cards, games, socializing Age 55-up; Fridays, 1-3 pm Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

Bingo

$1 for 3 cards, or $0.50 each Tue, Thu: 2-3:30 pm Greystone Community Center 7713-55 Lead Mine Rd 919-996-4848 parks.raleighnc.gov

Healing Meditation

Wednesdays, 1:30-2 pm; $8 Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults 1901 Spring Forest Rd 919-996-4720 parks.raleighnc.gov

919 CALENDAR NOV 11/1

Daylight Savings Time Ends Move clocks back one hour

11/3

Election Day

Morrisville, Rolesville, Wake Forest, Raleigh runoff

11/11

Veterans Day

WCPSS Student Holiday

11/25-27

WCPSS Student Holidays

11/26

Thanksgiving Day

DEC 12/6-14

Hanukkah

12/7

Pearl Harbor Remembrance

12/21-1/1

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12/25

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12/31

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Bringing Mark Twain’s Humor to Life North Raleigh’s Don McNeill Channels Celebrated Humorist In Both Look and Delivery

By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

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Don McNeill is a native of Missouri, just as was Mark Twain.

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ome consider Mark Twain as America’s first true stand-up comic, an art he perfected over a long career. He didn’t care who he offended, and even poked fun at the rich and powerful.

That’s among the reasons North Raleigh resident Don McNeill is a big fan of the noted writer and humorist.

“As a child (growing up in Missouri), I caught the Mark Twain ‘bug’ very early. My family visited his boyhood home and I was hooked,” said McNeill, a retired American Airlines crew chief who now impersonates the Mr. Twain in both look and delivery. >

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“I studied his writing and his lectures and hoped for the time when I could do his speeches in front of an audience,” McNeill said. “I just felt that there was more wisdom in his writing and his speeches than I could find in any other writer. He spoke the truth as he understood it and never tried to ‘sugar-coat’ his beliefs.”

McNeill first started performing as Twain for his Toastmasters audience, and received great feedback to help him improve, which led to the opportunity to perform for the “Twainiacs” of Raleigh at the six City of Raleigh regional libraries. “They were a very encouraging group,” McNeill said. “I have spoken at lots of private and public clubs, retirement communities, and lots of special events. All of these and other events gave me a chance to improve my delivery.”

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When channeling Twain, McNeill wants people to come away feeling that they have heard what Twain actually said 125 years ago and realize that what was funny then, is still funny now. “I love when people tell me that they repeated a Twain story at work or at home,” he said. “That’s when I feel that I am bringing his stories back to life in some small way.”

As might Twain, McNeill offers information on how to connect with him. “My website is marktwainspeaks.com. It’s still hard for me to believe that I have this opportunity and I hope to make the most of it,” he notes. “As Mr. Twain said, ‘I was born humble, but it wore off ’.”

McNeill can be contacted through his website: marktwainspeaks.com.

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A Raleigh resident since 1987, the St. Louis native is a married father of one with three grandchildren. He was inspired early on by Twain’s writings. “In Missouri, we feel that we own Mr. Twain, but I know that other places would dispute that, especially Hartford,” McNeill said. “I love his style of humorous speaking. Listeners seldom guess how the story is going to end and are most often totally surprised.”

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Trinity Academy of Raleigh Senior Dana Dziadul authored a children’s book on food safety, and introduced it to the school’s kindergarten classes recently.

Fighting for Safer Foods Childhood Ailment Leads Student To Take on National Advocacy Role Photos courtesy of Catherine Davis of SD Portraits

By WHITNEY VAUGHAN 919 Magazine Staff

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ana Dziadul spends her days at varsity swim practice and classes at Trinity Academy of Raleigh, followed by homework and college entrance exam preparation. Yet, despite her current familiar routine, there was once a time for Dana when life was anything but normal.

At age three, Dana contracted Salmonella Poona blood poisoning – from eating a piece of contaminated cantaloupe.

What ensued was a near-death experience, a resulting diagnosis of reactive arthritis, and many painful nights that still plague her.

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“That was, and is, the toughest challenge that I continue to face,” said Dana. But rather than allow the ailment to define her, Dana turned her experience on its head and became a leading advocate for food safety issues – at the local, national, and international level.

Crediting her family (parents John and Colette, and sister Jenna, of Wake Forest) as her inspiration and source of strength, Dana has published a children’s book called Food Safety Superstar, and has shared her personal story with

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What makes Dana special is that it is never about herself, never about her recognition.

COLETTE DZIADUL DANA’S MOTHER

members of the U.S. Congress on Capitol Hill.

“I never thought I could stand up at an international conference – which included professionals from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control – or testify at an FDA hearing, yet I did it,” Dana said. “And my mom was in the audience giving me the strength to do it.”

Dana’s accolades are numerous; she has received awards from the Pew Charitable Trust, Time Warner Cable, and STOP Foodborne Illness – among others – for her selfless dedication to influencing food safety policies.

Plus, last summer she was chosen for the prestigious University of Virginia Leadership on the Lawn program. “Over 400 students applied, and I was one of the 100 students to be selected! It was a great week learning how to maximize my leadership potential with students from around the country,” she said.

While Dana’s excitement is palpable, she also exudes a selfless modesty. As Dana’s mother, Colette, points out, “What makes

Dana special is that it is never about herself, never about her recognition. It’s about the opportunity to educate others so they do not have to go through what she has been through and what she lives with today.”

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Miracle League’s Joy Celebration Aids Special Needs Children, Adults

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bout 400 business owners, entrepreneurs, business leaders and politicians from throughout the 919 attended Miracle League of the Triangle’s Joy Celebration recently – helping raise more than $250,000 in contributions.

Held at The Pavilion at the Angus Barn in North Raleigh, noted actor Ira David Wood III served as master of ceremonies.

The Miracle League’s mission is to create positive life experiences for children and adults with special needs, and for their families, through baseball. The nonprofit created the Joy Celebration to establish sustained awareness for the organization and to detail its phenomenal growth and accomplishments since its founding in 2005.

At the celebration, League players like Cody “The Blue Bomber” Delia, Dylan “Lightning Striker” McDermott, and Emma “Motor Mouth” Miller were on hand to give autographs and explain, along with their parents, how meaningful the opportunity to play baseball is to them.

The Miracle League of the Triangle was born from the inspiration of former college player and current Triangle developer Robin Rose. Together with friend Tony Withers of Withers and Ravenel Engineering, they led

the construction of a baseball field on the campus of Henry Adams Elementary School in Cary that accommodates walkers, wheelchairs and players whose mobility is challenged, as well as those with various cognitive impairments.

The demand has been so great that the initial league filled to capacity and the Miracle League partnered with the YMCA of the Triangle to build another field in North Raleigh near Wakefield.

Although it was initially conceived as a league for children, the Miracle League has also established an adult division after players began to age out, as well as a competitive camp.

“Our organization’s vision is that every child deserves the chance to experience the joy of community through baseball,” said Miracle League Executive Director Benjy Capps. “With player rosters now numbering over 450 and expected to hit 1,000 with the addition of a third field, proceeds from the Joy Celebration will certainly help us reach that goal.”

For more information about the Miracle League of the Triangle, visit miracleleagueofthetriangle.com or call 919-238-0333.

Miracle League Executive Director Benjy Capps, left, and Joy Celebration emcee Ira David Wood III. Photos Courtesy Miracle League of the Triangle

Meehan New President Of Sycamore Creek PTA Amanda Meehan is the new president of the Sycamore Creek Elementary School Parent Teacher Association.

Other 2015-2016 board members include:

Left to right, Highway 55 Chief Operating Officer Neal Dennis and wife, Chief Brand Officer April Dennis; Miracle League player TJ Hilliard; and Fred Smith Company CEO Jule Smith and wife Alsia at Joy Celebration.

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ecretary, Jen Ostling S Treasurer, Leslie Rossner V P of Communications, Angie Schulz V P of Membership, JT Davenport V P of Hospitality, Melissa Buxengard V P of Staff Appreciation, Tamara Santana V P of Fundraising, Grey Cook T rack 1 VP: Dawn Cain T rack 2 VP: Heather Swanson T rack 3 VP: Liz Lemons T rack 4 VP: Kristen Brown

For more information on the SCES PTA, visit www.scespta.com .

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Craft, Sarver Co-Chairs of 25th Annual Red Cross Ball

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he 25th Annual Red Cross Ball returns to North Ridge Country Club at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 30.

Event co-chairs again this year are Linda Craft, CEO of Linda Craft & Team Realtors and Suzy Beth Sarver, Publisher of 919 Magazine.

“I am honored to serve as the 2016 Co-Chair for this American Red Cross event, and hope that you will join us for the 25th annual Party for a Purpose.

One of the things I love about this charity is that all the money raised at the ball stays local helping families in housing crisis and military from the Triangle to the beaches of NC,” Craft said.

“What an incredible opportunity to co-chair again this year and help raise funds for such a worthy cause,”

said Sarver. “My goal is to get as many business leaders as possible involved this year. We have opportunities for sponsorships, auction items and a fun time for you and your friends.”

The Red Cross Ball offers individual tickets, table sales, corporate sponsorships, auction donations and other ways to get involved. In addition the event will feature a high energy band, dinner, incredible auction packages and exciting activities – such as the Heads or Tail game, where the winner takes home a fully stocked bar, and $10,000 putt contest.

The ball is expected to sell out again this year, so early purchase of tickets is encouraged.

For tickets and more information, contact Mira Batchelor at 919-277-2802 or Mira.Batchelor@RedCross.org, or visit www.RedCross.org/TriangleRedCrossBall.

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Red Cross Ball Co-Chairs Suzy Sarver, left) and Linda Craft Photo Courtesy of Sharon Penn

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Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve Dedication Planned for Nov. 10 Special to 919 Magazine

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ity of Raleigh dedicates Phase 1 of the new Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 2900 Horse Shoe Farm Road.

Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve is a 146-acre park sited in an oxbow on the Neuse River just upstream of the US 401 bridge. One of four designated nature preserves in Raleigh, Horseshow Farm hosts abundant wildlife and a rich heritage – and has been a popular destination for birdwatchers and other nature lovers since the city purchased the property in 1994.

Phase 1 development includes a trail connection to the Neuse River Trail, parking, the city’s first compost restroom facility, a small picnic shelter, site furnishings, paving of Horse Shoe Farm Road and dam reconstruction.

Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve was developed to integrate self-directed recreation with the enhancement and understanding of sustainable building practices and the site’s

natural attributes. According to the Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department, the project promotes sustainable development through minimal site disturbance, eliminating the need to be connected to public utilities, construction of a composting restroom facility, use of permeable pavement, on-site storm water management, protection of wetlands and riparian buffers, use of native plants and regional materials, and solar lighting.

Future phased improvements could include a 4,000-to6,000 sq. ft. Education & Art Center, playground amphitheater, wildlife viewing station, wetland observation station, public art, an butterfly and wildflower meadows.

A list of upcoming nature programs offered at the preserve is available at parks.raleighnc.gov.

Event guests are encouraged to carpool or ride bikes to the dedication event due to limited parking. Parking for Neuse River Trail access is located at 200 Trailhead Lane, Raleigh and WRAL Soccer Complex, 7700 Perry Creek Road.

Horseshoe Farm Nature Preserve WHAT: Phase 1 Dedication WHO: City of Raleigh WHEN: 10 a.m., Nov. 10 WHERE: 2900 Horse Shoe Farm RD INFO: parks.raleighnc.gov

Sonorous Road Offers Acting Track Out Camps, Classes, Shows and More

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he Triangle’s newest film and theatre arts studio for emerging artists – Sonorous Road Productions – now offers a wide variety of dramatic plays and musical shows to the public, as well as acting classes and student track out camps.

November and December “Acting for Film and Theatre” track out camps are now available for both elementary and middle school age youths; plus, Winter and Spring 2016 camps are now open for registration:

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■ 2 015 TRACK OUT CAMPS: Nov. 11-13 ($150); Nov. 16-20 ($240); Nov. 23-24 ($110); Nov. 30-Dec. 4 ($240); Dec. 7-11 ($240); Dec. 14-18 ($240).

■ WINTER 2016 TRACK OUT CAMPS: Jan. 25-29 ($240); Feb. 1-5 ($240); Feb. 8-12 ($240); Feb. 15-19 ($240); Feb. 22-26 ($240); Feb. 29-Mar. 4 ($240).

Additional March, April and May camps are available. Camps are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, but early arrival and extended stay care is available, beginning at 8 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m. Each camp includes a variety of acting workshops, small group exercises, snack breaks and more. Discounts are available for multi-week registrations.

Elementary school (age 7 and up) camps include training on audition tips, improvisation, on-camera acting and creating a character. Middle school camps include audition techniques, oncamera acting, advance performance training and more.

A wide range of training classes and courses are also available, for various ages of youths and adults – including Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Piano, Advanced Acting, Theatre Production and more.

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A successful run of Amy Herzog’s drama “Belleville”, directed

by Zachary Roberts, just ended at the unique new theatre. And audition dates and show dates will be announced soon for “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” and “Anne of Green Gables”.

For information, call 919-803-3798, email staff@sonorousroad.com, or visit sonorousroad.com for complete listings of camps, training classes, and scheduled shows.

Sonorous Road Productions is located at 209 Oberlin Road in Raleigh.

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Wake Tech Marks September 11 With Tributes, Including at Northern Campus

Students at Wake Tech’s Northern Campus commemorate September 11 Photo Courtesy of Wake Tech

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ake Tech marked September 11 with special tributes at three of its campuses — including the Northern Wake facilities.

At the Public Safety Education Campus, law enforcement officials, members of the military, and other first responders honored the heroes and victims of that day with a special ceremony. Charles Walston, Director of Office Staff Development

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& Training for the NC Department of Public Safety, told those assembled that terrorism is still a threat in our world and “we must remain vigilant.”

Representatives of each branch of the military and officials from the Department of Corrections lit candles at the Memorial Wall. Wake Tech Executive Vice President Dr. Gayle Greene thanked all the first responders for their service. “Thanks to you, we all feel much safer,” she said.

Outside, former Wake Tech Executive Vice President Gerald Mitchell laid a wreath at the flagpole. The ceremony concluded with the tolling of a bell and the release of doves.

At Wake Tech’s Main and Northern Wake campuses, students, faculty, and staff marked the day with a moment of silence.

Wake Tech provides in-service training for about 8,000 law enforcement personnel each year from local police departments, the Wake County Sheriff ’s Office, the State Bureau of Investigation, and the NC Department of Public Safety. The Wake Tech Public Safety Training Academy is accredited by CALEA, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. Wake Tech’s Basic Law Enforcement Training Program enrolls about 75 students each year.

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Trinity Academy Plans Group Tours, High School Preview Trinity Academy of Raleigh provides monthly information sessions or group tours at its North Raleigh campus.

Upcoming sessions include: ■ Nov. 13: Group Tour (9 a.m., Administration Building) ■ Dec. 1: High School Preview Night (7 p.m., Administration Building) ■ Dec. 11: Group Tour (9 a.m., Administration Building)

Each group tour – conducted by Head of School Dr. Robert Littlejohn and members of the school’s admission department – will provide a brief overview of the school’s approach to education, a tour of the campus and question-and-answer time with Upper and Lower School principals.

Saving Grace Walk Against Animal Abuse November 14 at Lake Lynn Leesville Road High School DECA Chapter is hosting the 3rd Annual Saving Grace Walk Against Animal Abuse at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lake Lynn Community Center.

Benefitting Saving Grace Animals for Adoption, the event includes a 2.5 mile walk around Lake Lynn – with participants permitted to walk their own dogs, or a Saving Grace dog – plus a raffle.

All proceeds will help Saving Grace pay for costs associated with rescuing and rehabilitating neglected animals, and finding them new homes. Since 2004, the group has rescued nearly 5,500 dogs after they were abused or overlooked in shelters.

For information, contact Zach Walker at Zachwalker123@gmail.com or 919-520-2984. To register, visit savinggracewalk.com.

Reservations for the sessions are available by calling 919-786-0114 or emailing admissions@trinityacademy.com.

For information on Saving Grace Animals for Adoption, visit savinggracenc.org.

Trinity Academy of Raleigh is located at 10224 Baileywick Road.

For information, visit www.TrinityAcademy.com.

Sertoma Fall Arts Fair Features Demonstrations, Tours, More Sertoma Arts Center’s Fall Arts Fair is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14, in North Raleigh.

Featuring demonstrations, class samplers, studio tours and more, the free event provides an opportunity to meet teaching artists and learn about class offerings. In addition, a gallery marketplace includes original artwork from center instructors and other local artists, and arts activities for all ages.

Food vendors will be onsite.

For more information, call 919-996-2329 or visit www.parks. raleighnc.gov. Sertoma Arts Center is located at 1400 W. Millbrook Road in North Raleigh.

Annual Sugarplums Art, Gift Show Nov. 5-7 in North Raleigh The 41st Annual Visions of Sugarplums Holiday Art & Gift Show is Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 5-7, at Quail Hollow Swim & Tennis Clubhouse in North Raleigh.

The show – free and open to the public, the show features high quality, handcrafted items from local artists and craftsmen – is open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Only cash and checks are accepted at the event. Quail Hollow is located at 800 Orleans Place in North Raleigh.

For more information, call 919-847-4868, email visionsofsugarplums@nc.rr.com, or visit visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com.

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North Raleigh Theatre Presents ‘Nuncrackers’ Musical Dec. 4-20 North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre presents “Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical” every Sunday, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 4-20.

Show times are 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $12-$18.

The show – featuring book, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin – is filled with “Nunsense” humor, favorite carols, a “Secret Santa” and an uproarious take on Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Ballet.

Cast members include Mary Beth Hollmann, Sandi Sullivan, Melanie Carviou, Ashley Hagler, Mark Taranto, Liz Anderson, Elizabeth Hollman, Abbie Ostby, Liz Webb, Kimmy Fiorentino.

NRACT is located at 7713-51 Lead Mine Road.

Call 919-866-0228 or visit nract.org for tickets and information.

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Merz North America opened a new headquarters at 6501 Six Forks Road in North Raleigh recently. Expected to bring more than 200 jobs to the location, Merz is a privately-held pharmaceutical company, and will occupy nearly 60,000 sq. ft … North Raleigh’s Millbrook High School Principal Dana King was among the participants at the Knowles Science Teaching Foundation’s Project ASCENT (Achieving STEM Course Effectiveness Through Networked Teachers) three-day meeting in Philadelphia, PA, last summer … Bill Cobey and Sarah Gross recently joined Linda Craft & Team Realtors as Buyer and Relocation Specialists. In addition, Mark Poole is now a Client Care Manager with the organization … Taylor Wooten, who participated in cheer at Leesville Road High School for four years, is the new assistant cheerleading coach at East Carolina University. She was a four-year member of the ECU cheerleading squad.

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Note in the Pocket Seeks Help Providing Clothing for Children Note in the Pocket celebrated its recent program expansion and new volunteer center with a ribbon cutting ceremony and family day at its new location at 5100 Lacy Ave., Suite 102-103 in North Raleigh.

“This marks the sixth time Note in the Pocket as relocated to a larger location or expanded its space,” said Director Dallas Bonavita, who said the event featured food, music and fun.

Note in the Pocket, a 501 c3 non-profit, provides needed clothing to children Wake County Public School System who are identified by various local schools and social service agencies in the community as impoverished or homeless and needing clothing.

Bonavita said the organization seeks assistance from businesses and individuals throughout the area – as cash donors, as volunteers, and as advocates.

For more information, call 919-714-9403, email info@noteinthepocket.org or visit noteinthpocket.org. Note in the Pocket is also on Facebook (facebook.com/NoteInThePocket) and Twitter (@noteinthepocket).

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The Seven Style Secrets Of Savvy Women in the 919

BY MARY MICHELE NIDIFFER Special to 919 Magazine

SECRET #1: Wear Color with Confidence. One of the first things people will notice about you are the colors you wear. Wearing the colors that light you up can be your secret weapon.

SECRET #2: Dress for the Body You Have Right Now. Go ahead, embrace the body you’re in right now and dress for it.

SECRET #3: Express Yourself: Style isn’t just about fashion or about clothing. t’s everything you do. Find your unique way to express yourself and be who you are!

SECRET #4: Create Your Own Signature Style. Jackie O. had it. Carrie Bradshaw had it. Find what’s really you and let that tell the world who you are.

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SECRET #5: Have a Wardrobe Strategy.

Savvy women have a thoughtfully planned wardrobe, rich with investment items and peppered with those less expensive items that bring in a dash of style, allowing them to get dressed easily and effortlessly, everyday.

SECRET #6: Buy Only What You LOVE. If you don’t love it on you, leave it. It’s meant for someone else.

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HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING

Fall in the 919 means high school football, pep rallies and homecoming festivities, such as the annual parade in October at Leesville Road High School in North Raleigh – which featured the band, floats and more.

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A huge cast of actors, singers and dancers of all ages fills the stage at every performance of ‘A Christmas Carol’ Photos Courtesy of Theatre in the Park

A VERY DIFFERENT TWIST

For Over 40 Years, This Take on Charles Dickens’ Holiday Tale Is a Classic All Its Own

There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humor.

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A Christmas Carol

It’s a true 919 tradition!

“After 40 years, coming to see this show is like visiting an old friend,” said Ira David Wood III, founder and executive director of Raleigh’s Theatre In The Park, and the man behind the unique annual production of “A Christmas Carol” in Durham and Raleigh. “Many people have grown up attending the production each December.”

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which celebrates its 41st year of consecutive production this December. With three international tours to its credit, and having played to over one million people, the production is now cited as one of the most successful shows in North Carolina theater history.

“I knew it was going to be a huge success, because most all of this area’s theaters were closed during the holiday season (at that time),” Wood explained. “The demand for our version of ‘A Christmas Carol’ was instantaneous. When we premiered the

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Ira David Wood III is founder and executive director of Theatre in the Park

show, we actually sold the seat cushions off of our lobby sofas so people could sit on the floor to see the production. We finally decided to move the show to Memorial Auditorium in order to handle the crowds.”

What makes Wood’s production so unique? “We always add a bit of topical humor to the production. Donald Trump, beware!”

Wood said. “It’s a very different twist on the original story. It’s a musical comedy. I’ve often described it as Archie Bunker meets Charles Dickens. If you happen to be a Dickens purist, they’ll take you out of this production on a stretcher.” >

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Ira David Wood III portrays Scrooge, with a quick and clever comic turn

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919 | Spotlight It’s such an honor that so many people, over the years, have made us a part of their celebration of the holiday season.

IRA DAVID WOOD III

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A graduate of The University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Wood was raised in Enfield, NC, and became his hometown’s first Eagle Scout. Summers during his college years were spent as a leading actor in “The Lost Colony,” the oldest outdoor drama in the country. While there, Wood premiered his first original play, “Um Dilly.”

Upon graduation, he became the first Theatre Arts Consultant for the NC Department of Public Instruction. A year later, he became Director of The Children’s Theatre of Raleigh and immediately set about the task of broadening the organization’s scope. During this process, the organization established a home in Raleigh’s Pullen Park Armory, changed its name to Theatre In The Park, and quickly becoming the largest community theatre in North Carolina.

His list of writing and directing credits is long; his number honors and awards is significant; and Wood is often credited with raising the bar of theatrical excellence in the Triangle area. In honor of his many achievements, Raleigh’s City Council re-named the Pullen Park facility as the “The Ira David Wood III Pullen Park Theatre.” And, in September of 2010, he was inducted in the Raleigh Hall of Fame.

Wood also has managed to accumulate impressive film and television credits, having appeared on screen with such stars as Christopher Walken, Natalie Wood, Neil Patrick Harris, Cliff Robertson, Matthew Modine, James Earl Jones, Burt Reynolds and Louise Fletcher.

The proud father of three – Evan Rachel Wood, Ira David Wood IV, and Thomas Miller Wood – Wood and wife, Ashley, reside in North Raleigh. And he sees the local production of “A Christmas Carol” continuing for years to come.

“It’s such an honor that so many people, over the years, have made us a part of their celebration of the holiday season,” he said.

“My oldest son, Ira David Wood IV (who will play Scrooge for Saturday matinee performances this year), will eventually take over the role of Scrooge. My youngest son is three years old … so who knows! This production could rival a Timex watch and just keep on ticking!” > For ticket information for Raleigh performances, call 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com; for Durham performances, call 919-680-2787 or visit dpacnc.co

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Ira David Wood III’s beloved musical comedy, ‘A Christmas Carol’, is celebrating its 41st year

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RESIDENCE: North Raleigh HOMETOWN: Enfield, NC AGE: 68 PROFESSION: Founder/Executive Director,Theatre In The Park EDUCATION: BFA, North Carolina School of the Arts FAMILY: Wife, Ashley; daughter, Evan; 2 sons, Ira IV

and Thomas INTERESTS: Writing, photography

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‘A Christmas Carol’ Celebrates 41st Anniversary in the Triangle Ira David Wood III’s beloved musical comedy, “A Christmas Carol,” celebrates its 41st Anniversary this year.

With over one million people having experienced the magic of “A Christmas Carol” throughout the years, the show regularly sells out.

A few of its honors include being named one of the Top 20 Events ‘A Christmas In The Southeast, the Metro Ovation Award, the Triangle Arts & Carol’ plays Entertainment Reader’s Choice Award, proclamations from the Mayor this holiday of Raleigh and the Governor of North Carolina, proclamations from season in Compiegne, France and Kingston-Upon-Hull, England, and the distinct both Raleigh and Durham privilege of being the first theatrical production at DPAC. “A Christmas Carol” returns ‘A Christmas Carol’ Ticket Information to the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh Dec. DATES/TIMES: Dec. 9-12 7 pm Raleigh (Memorial Auditorium) 9-13 and the Durham Performing Dec. 12-13 2 pm Raleigh (Memorial Auditorium) Arts Center Dec. 17-20. Ticket sales Dec. 17-19 7 pm Durham (DPAC) are handled by each venue and can Dec. 19-20 2 pm Durham (DPAC) be purchased by calling 800-745PRICING: Tickets: $30-$82 3000 or visiting ticketmaster.com for Raleigh performances; or calling PURCHASE: Raleigh: 800-745-3000 919-680-2787 or visiting dpacnc. ticketmaster.com com for Durham performances. ira David Wood iV will play scrooge in all saturday matinees.

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Food, Drink, Fashion and 919 Fashion Show Models Shimmy, Strut For a Good Cause Photo courtesy of Catherine Davis of SD Portraits

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t was a night of food, drink, fashion and fun, as the 2nd Annual 919 Fashion Show, presented by 919 Magazine, returned to Brier Creek Country Club in October.

919 Magazine Publisher Suzy Sarver welcomed the audience and kicked off the program, emphasizing “fashion with a purpose” – to support worthwhile causes and bring awareness, all while having a good time.

This year’s event benefitted the Guy A. Cutler Northside Future Farmers of America Scholarship Endowment Fund at NC

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Fun! State University, in memory of Dr. Jennifer Matthew’s father who passed away in May. Matthews, a Brier Creek resident and owner of Reflections Dental, shared an emotional tribute about her late father and what this fund means to her family.

Guests dined on a variety of culinary delights and enjoyed champagne and cocktails while enjoying the sounds of Triangle DJ and bidding on exceptional gifts donated by local businesses.

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“When do you ever see the audience get up and become part of the show?” Sarver said. “Next year our goal is to further expand this event even further. It was our second year and we are very proud of all we have achieved – but we can do more. It’s part of our company charter to be that connector to the community.

919 Magazine pledges to continue advancing our philanthropy to worthwhile organizations in the 919.”

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Cutler’s Extraordinary Life Dedicated to Students, FFA The Guy A. Cutler Northside FFA Scholarship Endowment was formed to honor Jennifer Matthew’s father, Guy Cutler, who passed away on May 25, 2015, and left behind his Guy Cutler with daughter wife, Carol; two daughters, Jennifer Matthews Anne and Jennifer, and four Submitted photo granddaughters.

Cutler lived an extraordinary life dedicated to students and the FFA organization. An NC State graduate in Animal Science, with certification in Agriculture Education, he hitched rides home to Eastern North Carolina on weekends to help his father with the family farm. He began his career with the NC Department of Agriculture and taught high school agriculture for more than 35 years, serving as president of the NC Agriculture Teachers Association and was one of only nine teachers from North Carolina to serve as a National Future Farmers of America Advisor.

In 2013, the Northside High School FFA Chapter surprised its former teacher, Cutler, with the scholarship endowment in his name.

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Starwood Hotel’s Aloft Opening Planned for January in Brier Creek Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek opens January 21 at 10020 Sellona St., just north of I-540 near the Fairfield Inn. The new Brier Creek hotel is described

by Starwood Hotels as a “hip, bold hotel” featuring “live music in its w xyz bar.” Free WiFi, mini fridges, an indoor pool and

billiards in the Re:mix Lounge also are available.

The new Aloft includes a free airport shuttle, pet-friendly accommodations, gym, meeting spaces and grab-and-go meals. In addition to 144 guest rooms, the facility can accommodate up to 120 guests

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for reception-style events or up to 105 for classroom set-ups. On-site catering also is available.

For more information, visit aloftraleighdurhamairport.com.

All Saints Breaks Ground for New Sanctuary, Plans Special Christmas Eve Services in Barn Right: All Saints UMC recently broke ground for its new sanctuary off Page Road Far right: All Saints UMC again plans Christmas Eve services in the barn at Page Farms

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embers of All Saints’ United Methodist Church recently broke ground to build a sanctuary on their 11-acre parcel in the Brier Creek neighborhood.

The new church building will be just off Page Road on Smallwood Drive. Currently, All Saints members worship in the Brier Creek Community Center, located behind the Brier Creek Elementary School on the corner of Vogel and Bruckhaus streets. Sunday service is 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with nursery and childcare provided.

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In addition, ASUMC invites neighbors to join them for these upcoming community events: ■ Stop Hunger Now meal packaging event at 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 22, Brier Creek Country Club.

Donations are accepted at the event and volunteers can register at events. stophungernow.org/allsaintsumc.

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The church also plans to launch a Habitat House program in 2016.

Over the last eight years, ASUMC has grown to a diverse 250-member congregation with the leadership of Pastor Greg Moore, Associate Pastor Laura Fine Ledford and, most recently, Minister of Children and Youth Tobi Nguyen.

For information, call the church office at 919-321-2648 or visit www.allsaintsumc.org.

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2nd Annual 919 Music Fest Planned For North Raleigh on May 22, 2016

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he 2nd Annual 919 Music Fest takes place on Sunday, May 22, in North Raleigh.

Sponsored by Sir Walter Chevrolet, the 919 Music Fest is presented by 919 Magazine and planned for 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Glenwood Drive just south of I-540.

“Because of the great success of our first festival in May, we expect the 919 Music Fest in 2016 to be even more exciting and a lot of fun for all,” said Suzy Beth Sarver, Publisher of 919 Magazine.

An estimated crowd of more than 3,000 people spent time at the May 2015 event, which featured live music from six bands, a food truck rodeo, beer and wine garden, vendor booths, a kids zone with horse rides, and much more. The 2015 event was a benefit for The 200 Club of Wake County, which provides financial support for the families of police officers, firefighters and EMS personnel who died in the line of duty.

Local bands attracted more than 3,000 people in May 2015 to the Music Fest Photos courtesy of David Williams, DWPPC.com

“We are so excited to continue this live music event to North Raleigh,” Sarver said. “And we’re very thankful to Sir Walter Chevrolet for their continuing support.”

More details on the 2016 919 Music Fest are forthcoming, Sarver said – including the entertainment acts, additional sponsors and the announcement of the 2016 beneficiary.

For more information, email info@919Magazine.com or visit www.919MusicFest.com.

Information also is available at www.facebook.com/919MusicFest.

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AKC Canine Health Foundation – based in Brier Creek – held its 2015 National Parent Club Canine Health Conference in August in St. Louis, MO. Sponsored by Purina, the biennial event drew veterinarians, researchers, dog club members, dog owners, and breeders eager to hear from featured speakers on the latest medical and scientific advances in preventing treating, and curing canine health issues. For more information on the event or the non-profit foundation, visit www.akcchf.org … The Alm Street Medical Office at 10211 Alm St. in Brier Creek recently sold for $12.5 million to a New Jersey investment group; and the Brier Creek Medical Park II building at 10207 Cerny St. sold for $7.89 million to an affiliate of Cary developer Gregg Sandreuter, according to the Triangle Business Journal … Kentucky-based Springstone plans a nearly $16 million, 43-bed private psychiatric hospital on TW Alexander near Brier Creek. Opening of Triangle Springs is expected in early 2018 … Starwood Capital Group recently acquired Mission Triangle Point, a 224-unit apartment community at 600 Discovery Way in east Durham, near Brier Creek. Built in 1998, the complex offers a 24-hour fitness center, swimming pool, kids park, laundry facilities, business center, and club house.

The acquisition was one of three communities purchased from Middleburg Capital of Virginia for $72 million … In a joint venture partnership with Singapore-based Mapletree Group, Oakwood Worldwide purchased Oakwood Raleigh at Brier Creek, a 300-unit apartment complex that includes a heated swimming pool, private theater and sport courts … A new Handee Hugo’s gas station and

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Pro Sports Features Authentic Sports Clothing, Merchandise Pro Sports is now open in Brier Creek Commons.

Located at 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Suite 107, the “one stop shop for all sports fans” features professional and college sports apparel and sporting goods.

Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., the store carries only authentic, official and licensed products from all the top brands. The wide selection of merchandise includes shirts, jerseys, sweatshirts and more in all the major sports.

In addition to apparel, the store offers a range of gift items and merchandise, including mugs, caps, decals, flags, and more.

In addition to the new Brier Creek/North Raleigh location, Pro Sports also has a store at 1105 Walnut St., Suite L3315 in Cary Towne Center.

For more information on Pro Sports Brier Creek, call 984-219-7181 or 919-621-8204, or visit prosportscary.com.

convenience store is under consideration for 9910 Sellona St., just south of Brier Creek Parkway near Brier Creek Elementary School. Raleigh City Council approval is necessary before plans are finalized, according to RaleighPublicRecord.com …

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Santa Arrives at Brier Creek Commons on Friday, Nov. 13

Left: Famed professional golfer Arnold Palmer designed the Brier Creek Country Club course Below: Legendary golfer Arnold Palmer on the Brier Creek course

Santa Claus makes his annual arrival at Brier Creek Commons at 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13 – as part of the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony.

The event includes music, refreshments, sleigh rides and more.

In addition, everyone bringing new children’s pajamas, socks and undergarments to the tree lighting in support of R.E.A.L. Kids receives a free set of reindeer antlers (while supplies last).

In addition, Brier Creek Commons offers free sleigh rides Nov. 13-Dec. 20: ■ Friday and Saturday, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

■ Sunday, 2-5 p.m.

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rier Creek Ladies Golf Association members gathered in October at Brier Creek Country Club to honor this season’s competition winners, thank its 2015 officers, and elect its new board members.

Terry Warren was named president for the 2016 BCLGA season. Other officers include Joan Curtin, vice president; Sharon Leinwand, treasurer; Carolyn Darnell, secretary; and Sheila Connor, past president.

At large board members for next year include Lynn Granger, Debbie Pazzaglini, Paula Chason, and Ginger Tuck. Special volunteers in 2016 are Betty Mazzarella, Glenda Umdenstock, Pat Groeger, Marsha Gastner, Chris Conlan and Annette Langefeld Kennedy.

Fall Finish winners for the 2015 season included: ■ Points Winners: 18 Hole - Pam Harris, Margaret Huey, Judy Kwon, Lynn Granger; 9 Hole - Betty Mazzarella, Judy Stansfield, Glenda Ubdenstock, Chris Conlan; Evening - Ginger Tuck, Donna Barclay, Sharon Berning, Brenda Mullins.

■ Ringer Winners: 18 Hole - Cathy Cotner, Carolyn Darnell, Margaret Huey, Lynn Granger; 9 Hole - Glenda Ubdenstock, Diane Houston, Chris Cotner, Judy Stansfield; Evening - Sheila Connor, Sharon Leinwand, Sharon Berning, Karen Cook.

■ Most Improved: 18 Hole - Joan Curtin; 9 Hole - Annette Langefeld-Kennedy; Evening - Sharon Berning.

Officers, board members and volunteers in 2015 were also recognized at the event, including Connor, Warren, Darnell, Gastner, Granger, Pazzaglini, Tuck, Conlan, Groeger, Corey Peoples, Mary Papi, and Judy Stansfield.

For information on the BClGA, call 919-206-4600, email bccclga@gmail.com,or visit bcladiesgolf.com.

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Brier Creek Country Club Celebrates 15th Anniversary Brier Creek Country Club is marking its 15th anniversary.

“We are extremely proud of the success we have achieved at Brier Creek Country Club,” said David Kelly, Raleigh Division President for Toll Bothers, the national homebuilder that developed the community – which is surrounded by the awardwinning, 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course, stateof-the-art facilities and resort-style amenities.

“It is a beautiful vibrant community that served as a stepping stone in positioning Toll Brothers as the leading luxury home-builder across the Triangle,” said Kelly, noting that in Brier Creek Country Club’s 15 years, it has become a go-to destination for celebrities golfing in the area, including the inaugural round from the golf course’s namesake, Arnold Palmer, as well as former New York City mayor, Rudy Giuliani.

The Club has also established itself as a pillar of the community through numerous charitable events, hosted both on the golf course and in the clubhouse, making significant contributions to the American Cancer Society and other charities over the years. Even Former President Bill Clinton hosted a fundraising event to support his wife, current presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, in her first bid for the presidency.

It’s also one of Raleigh’s most coveted wedding venues.

Toll Brothers originally planned for approximately 1,350 home sites on the golf course setting, but as demand for the prime location grew, the community expanded to nearly 1,900 home sites.

Toll Brothers continues to offer townhome-style condominiums in the development through The Cottage Collection.

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‘Caring Coats’ Seeks Donations To Help Keep Everyone Warm

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or the second consecutive year, Pamela Mansueti, Broker in Charge of the Triangle Real Estate Group West Office, is leading an effort to collect coats for local residents in need.

Teaming up with Pump It Up of Brier Creek, Gigi’s Cupcakes Brier Creek, Brier Creek Country Club, Finger Tips and 919 Magazine, Mansueti hopes to secure at least 1,000 coats to donate

13th Annual Gingerbread Event Assists Local Families in Crisis Triangle Family Services’ 13th Annual Gingerbread Benefit is Sunday, Dec. 6, at The Umstead Hotel & Spa. The event includes: ■ Sneak Preview, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., $25: Get a first look at the gingerbread houses, with festive music and more.

■ Santa’s Workshop Tea for Children, 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m., $55: Holiday stories and photos with Santa, plus gingerbread house decorating and more.

■ An Evening Benefit Event, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; $125: Gingerbread houses and other of tens will be at auction, along with holiday music, wine and beer, and savory delicacies and desserts.

The event raises funds to assist families in crisis.

For information or tickets, tfsnc.org/events/13th-annual-gingerbreadbenefit. the Umstead hotel & spa is located at 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary.

to The Raven House of Raleigh and schools in Durham and Knightdale for distribution through the “Caring Coats” drive.

“We’re expecting this to be a very cold winter,” said Mansueti, a Brier Creek resident. “We collected more than 600 coats last in year just six weeks, and we hope to spread the warmth even wider this year.”

The “Caring Coats” drive begins Nov. 23 and continues through Jan. 1, 2016.

Drop off locations include:

■ Pump It Up of Brier Creek, 10700 World Trade Blvd., Ste 112, Raleigh. Drop off coats daily at 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and receive a free pass to Pop-In Playtime.

■ Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek, 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy. #105, Raleigh. Drop off coats daily at 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and receive a free cupcake.

■ Finger Tips in Brierdale Shopping Center, 10370 Moncreiffe Rd. $105, Raleigh. Drop off coats daily 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

In addition, Brier Creek residents may also donate coats at the Brier Creek Country Club Swim and Tennis Pavilion, 10601 Arnold Palmer Dr., Raleigh, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Mansueti said that any local residents unable to travel to a drop off location can call or text 919-602-9401 to schedule a pick up time. “Please join us in keeping everyone warm this winter,” Mansueti said.

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EVENING OF HOPE

Foundation of Hope for Research & Treatment of Mental Illness’s annual gala event, Evening of Hope, took place in September at The Pavilion at Angus Barn. Special guest and and keynote speaker was Zak Williams, son of the late Robin Williams.

For more information, visit foundationofhopenc.org.

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WALK FOR HOPE

Thousands turned out for the 27th Annual Thad and Alice Walk for Hope (and 7th Annual Run for Hope/Race for the Steak) in October, beginning and ending at The Angus Barn. For more information, visit foundationofhopenc.org.

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PLAY FOR P.I.N.K.

Brier Creek Country Club’s annual Play for P.I.N.K. in October – a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation – featured a golf tournament, a tennis tournament, table games, and luncheon.

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PuPS AT THE POOL Brier Creek Country Club’s annual opportunity for members to take their dogs for a swim at the pool was a big success in October, as pups of all breeds and sizes romped around the splash pool and swam for tennis balls.

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CASELLA CHARITY DINNER

Marcelo and Heather Casella of Brier Creek Country Club hosted a private dinner in October celebrating a special charity auction win from the annual Red Cross Ball in North Raleigh. Guests enjoyed a complete five course dinner pool-side, with wine pairings and personal executive chef.

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2ND ANNuAL GIGI’S CuPCAKES 5K ATTRACTS OVER 1,000 PARTICIPANTS

A record number of competitors turned out for the 2nd Annual Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek 5K, at Brier Creek Commons in October.

Overall and Men’s Overall Winners were JT Newcomb, Thomas Pickney, and Camerona Davis. Overall Women’s Winners were Laura Iafrati, Kate Duncan and Ashley Best.

A benefit for Make A Wish of Eastern North Carolina and presented by Upstream Benefits, the event was coordinated by FS Series.

Gigi’s Cupcakes Brier Creek is located at 8521 Brier Creek Parkway #105. Call 919-206-4002 or visit GigisCupcakesUsA.com.

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While the 5K run and walk was the highlight of the 2nd Annual Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek 5K at Brier Creek Commons, the event also featured costumed guests and sports mascots, the Sir Walter Chevrolet pace cars, face painting, vendors of all kinds, and – of course – plenty of Gigi’s Cupcakes!

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Holiday Stress, Chronic Pain Solution: The Joint Chiropractic

BY APRIL TAYLOR

Special to 919 Magazine

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he holidays are upon us, with lots of cooking and decorating to do for holiday gatherings with family and friends. if you must travel, you will face traffic, busy airports and delayed flights.

Whew! The holidays can result in anxiety, tension, headaches and panic.

Stress is the body’s natural reaction to a hectic holiday schedule and can begin to have adverse effects on health when a person does not gain relief or find time to relax. An overworked body causes back and neck pain, autoimmune disorders, depression, cardiovascular disease, and various other kinds of illnesses.

It’s the season to be jolly, but how can you truly be joyful when chronic pain is

there to drag down your holiday spirit?

Chiropractic treatments are definitely worth it, and most people get immediate relief. It’s proven to significantly decrease the use of medication for certain conditions, and it’s possible to actually eliminate them. This season is the perfect time to give and save some time for yourself. Once you break free from stress and back pain, you will undoubtedly feel great and be your best you.

Chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic will help alleviate the holiday stress to allow you to fully enjoy, appreciate and celebrate the festive occasions with people who matter most in your life. Find the nearest Triangle location at www.TheJointNC.com.

Dr. April Taylor Doctor of Chiropractic The Joint Chiropractic 8531 Brier Creek Pkwy, Ste 113, Raleigh 8202 Renaissance Pkwy, Ste 108, Durham www.TheJointNC.com 1-844-JointNC

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919 Holiday Events and Activities NOVEMBER 11/5-7

41 Annual Visions of Sugarplums Holiday Art & Gift Show st

Free admission, parking Thu-Fri: 9 am-8 pm Sat: 9 am-3 pm Quail Hollow Swim & Tennis Clubhouse 800 Orleans Pl, Raleigh 919-847-4868 visionsofsugarplumsraleigh.com

11/7

St. Ives Estates Holiday Bazaar

Local vendors and artisans; accepting non-perishable food donations 10 am-4 pm St. Ives Estates Clubhouse 505 Capellan St, WF 408-300-3468 bonnie.cooper74@yahoo.com

11/7

Rolesville Reindeer Day

Rolesville High PTSA Shopping Event 9 am-4 pm Admission: $2 or food item 1099 E Young St, Rolesville rolesvillehsptsa@gmail.com rolesvillehsptsa.com

11/13

Santa’s Arrival and Christmas Tree Lighting

Music, balloon artist, face painting, refreshments, ‘sleigh’ rides, more 5:30-8:30 pm Brier Creek Commons Clock Tower Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh www.shopbriercreekcommons. com

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15th Annual Mistletoe Market Holiday Fair

More than 200 vendors 9 am-4:30 pm Admission: $5 Wakefield High School 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr wakefieldhsptsa.org

11/15

2nd Annual Handmade Hanukkah Market

10 am-3 pm; free Temple Beth Or 5315 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh 919-931-2537 hanukkahmarket.com

11/21

Raleigh Fireman’s Ball & Formal Christmas Spectacular Reception, program, dinner, dancing, more Tickets: $50; 6-11 pm Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St Raleighfiremuseum.org/ball

11/21

71st Annual WRAL Raleigh Christmas Parade

Presented by Greater Raleigh Merchants Association 9:40 am; free Start: Corner of Hillsborough St. at Saint Mary’s St, Downtown Raleigh 919-755-9235 grma.org/christmas-parade/

11/21

Lafayette Village Lighting of the Tree

4-8 pm; free 8450 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh 919-714-7447 lafayettevillageraleigh.com

11/27-12/30

Broadway Series South Presents ‘Rudolph’

TV classic comes to life on stage Tickets: $22-$55; various times AJ Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E South St, Raleigh 919-996-8700 dukeenergycenterraleigh.com

11/30

Wake Forest Children’s Choir Holiday Concert

An evening of holiday carols under direction of Kasie Ryan, Terri Smith 6 pm; free WF Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF 919-435-9458 wakeforestnc.gov

DECEMBER 12/3-6, 10-13

Holiday Express Pullen Amusements

Lights, displays, crafts, entertainment, carousel, visit with Santa, train rides (designated days, times) All ages; $8 (2-under free) Pullen Park 520 Ashe Ave 919-996-6468 raleighnc.gov

12/4

Lighting of Wake Forest

Town tree lighting, visits with Santa, music and more 6-8 pm; free Centennial Plaza Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S. Brooks St 919-435-9415 wakeforestnc.gov

12/4

Town of Morrisville Tree Lighting

Music, crafts for kids, Santa, refreshments and more 7-9 pm; free Indian Creek Trailhead Town Hall Dr townofmorrisville.org

12/4

An Evening with Elves

Tickets: $25, members; $30, Non-members (advance; $30, members; $35 nonmembers after 11/27; 6-8:30 pm Marbles Kids Museum 201 E Hargett St 919-834-4040 marbleskidsmuseum.org

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Walk Through Bethlehem

Fealtures staff and crew of 150 Fri, Sat: 6-9 pm, Sun, 5-8 pm; free Wake Forest Presbyterian Church 12605 Capital Blvd wakeforestpres.org

12/4-5

NC Symphony’s ‘A Baroque Christmas’ Fri: 12 pm, 8 pm; Sat: 8 pm Tickets: $18-$75 Meymandi Concert Hall 2 E. South St, Raleigh ncsymphony.org

12/4-13

Raleigh in Lights Holiday Tour

Fri, Sat, Sun: 4:30 pm, 7:30 pm $39 (adults), $29 (youths) Moore Square, Raleigh 919-371-2653 tobaccoroadtours.com

12/5

Colonial Christmas Open House

11 am-4 pm Free (donations requested) Joel Lane Museum House 728 W. Hargett St, Raleigh 919-833-3431 joellane.org

12/5-27

Carolina Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’

Raleigh Memorial Auditorium Durham Performing Arts Center UNC Memorial Hall 919-719-0900 carolinaballet.com

12/5

Heart of the Holidays

Downtown Cary holiday event, including tree lighting and more 10 am-7 pm; free 919-469-4061 townofcary.org

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For holiday planning purposes, here is a partial list of events, activities and experiences in the 919.

12/5-6, 12-13

NHVRy Santa Trains

Various times, prices New Hope Valley Railway 3900 Bonsal Rd., New Hill 919-362-5416 triangletrain.com

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Theatre in the Park’s ‘A Christmas Carol’

Starring Ira David Wood III Raleigh Memorial Auditorium 2 E South St ticketmaster.com

Downtown Merchants Holiday Open House

Special offers, refreshments, entertainment, kids’ activities Begins at 10 am; free Downtown Wake Forest 919-435-9415 wakeforestdowntown.com

12/5

Joyful Collective Christmas Concert

Carols, refreshments, more 7-8:30 pm; free Binkley Chapel, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary 120 S Wingate St, WF 919-761-2804 conferences@sebts.edu

12/6

2015 Rolesville Christmas Parade

Theme: Memories of Christmas Past; begins at Rolesville Baptist Church, 203 E Young St 1 pm 919-562-7069 rolesvillechamber.org

13th Annual TFS Gingerbread Benefit

Sneak Preview: 11:30 am-1:30 pm Santa’s Workshop Tea: 2-3:30 pm Evening Event: 6:30-8:30 pm Umstead Hotel & Spa 100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary tfsnc.org

12/7

68th WF Community Christmas Dinner

Dinner, awards, more Tickets: $15; 6:30 pm The Forks Cafeteria 339 S Brooks St, WF bevwhiz@gmail.com wakeforestnc.gov

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Theatre in the Park’s ‘The Santaland Diaries’

44th Annual Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour

Fri, Sat: 7 pm; Sun, 2 pm Tickets: $18-$24 Pullen Park Theatre 107 Pullen Rd, Raleigh 919-831-6936 theatreinthepark.com

1-7 pm (both days) $20 advance; $30 at door historicoakwood.org

12/16

‘An Irish Christmas’

Presented by Broadway Series South 7:30 pm Tickets: $27-$52 Memorial Auditorium 2 E South St., Raleigh 919-996-8700

12/12

Mordecai House Holiday Lantern Tours

12/10

Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting

Featuring Raleigh Concert Band 5:30 pm; free North Carolina State Capitol 1 E. Edenton St, Raleigh 919-733-4994 nchistoricsites.org/capitol

12/11-20

Magical Winter Lights

Unique light show, music, food, train rides, story time with Santa Claus, more 6-8 pm; free Village Market Place, in front of Stone Theatre-Park West 14 Park West Village, Morrisville parkwestvillage.net

Vignettes representing Colonial, Civic War, and Victorian eras All ages; $5; 5-10 pm (various tour times) Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St Tickets: 919-857-4364 raleighnc.gov

Forest Moon Theatre Presents ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ Fri-Sat: 7:30 pm; Sun: 3 pm, 7:30 pm Wake Forest Renaissance Centre 405 S Brooks St, WF forestmoontheater.org

Theatre in the Park’s ‘A Christmas Carol’

Starring Ira David Wood III Durham Performing Arts Center 123 Vivian St DPACNC.com

12/12

Wake Forest Christmas Parade

Hosted by WF Downtown; 1-3 pm Start: S White and S Brooks 919-435-9415 wakeforestdowntown.com

12/12

Mordecai House Holidays Open House

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Sat: 10 am-4 pm Sun: 1-4 pm All ages; free Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St 919-857-4364 raleighnc.gov

Holiday Shopping Event & Luncheon

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12/17-20

Santa’s Trolley

Help Holly the Elf Find Santa Age 1-up; $10 Fri, Sat: 5, 6, 7 pm Mordecai Historic Park 1 Mimosa St Tickets: 919-857-4364 raleighnc.gov

Presented by Wild & Wacky Wonderful Women of the World, benefitting NC Medical Society Alliance supporting mental health resources in North Carolina Vendors, prizes, raffles, more 10 am-2:30 pm; $30 Brier Creek Country Club 919-924-4370 w5holidayshoppingevent@yahoo. com

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12/24

All Saints Christmas Eve in a Barn

Special All Saints United Methodist Church Services 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm; 7:30 pm Page Farms 6100 Mt. Herman Rd, Raleigh 919-321-2648 allsaintsumc.org

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919 Holiday Recipes Just in time for the holidays, 919 Magazine offers readers recipes from two of our favorite restaurants.

Creamy Blue Cheese Chive Spread with Roasted Pecans

Enchilads Suizas

Ingredients ■ 8 oz cream cheese (room temp) ■ 6 oz container, blue cheese crumbles ■ Couple of dashes, worchestershire sauce ■ 1 clove garlic, minced ■ 1 cup chopped roasted pecans (plus 1 tbsp for garnish) ■ ¼ cup chives, minced (plus 1 tbsp for garnish)

Basic Ingredients ■ 10 corn tortillas (soaked in oil) ■ 2 oz cilantro (chopped) ■ 4 oz red onion (chopped) ■ 2 avocados (sliced)

servings: 10

Directions 1. Combine all ingredients.

2. Serve room temperature.

Sauce ingredients ■ 10 fresh tomatillos ■ 2 serranos peppers ■ ¼ yellow onion ■ 1 clove garlic ■ 1 cup heavy cream ■ 1 cup American white cheese (grated) ■ Salt to taste

Chef’s Comments

Sauce Directions

This is a great spread for the holidays, and it is actually very mild in blue cheese flavor.

There is just enough of a “kick” of tang from the blue cheese.

I use this at the restaurant for a spread with grilled roast beef sandwiches, or even roast turkey.

And of course it’s great with crackers or toast points with beef tenderloin on top! It also melts beautifully.

Chef Julia mcGovern Poppyseed market 8801 lead mine road #107, raleigh 919-870-4997 poppyseedmkt.com

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1. Place all vegetables on the broiler until soft and slightly burned.

2. Remove and blend, adding heavy cream to sauce pan and boil.

3. Turn off heat and add cheese and salt.

Protein Directions 1. Season chicken breasts with garlic

powder, salt, black pepper, and cumin powder.

2. Add oil and breasts to hot pan and sear.

3. Remove from pan, add diced onions to pan and cook until translucent.

4. Add chicken back to pan, with other ingredients and slow cook for two hours.

Presentation 1. Fill corn tortillas with chicken and

cheese, and roll.

2. Top with the sauce and melted cheese.

3. Add chopped cilantro, sliced avocado

on top.

Chef miguel Cuevas Viva DF tequila & taco Bar 4075 Davis Drive, morrisville 919-467-2627 rancheritamex.com

Protein Ingredients ■ 3 chicken breasts ■ 4 oz yellow onion ■ 1 oz Annatto paste ■ ½ cup oil ■ 2 cups diced tomatoes (can) ■ ¼ oz chipotle pepper (can)

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May the new year be prosperous, full of good cheer, and very happy to all who Live, Work and Play in 919.

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Good Holiday Wishes to All.

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A Family Centered, Personalized Approach

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Grossman Orthodontics Of Wake Forest Provides a Friendly, Fun, And Truly Caring Environment

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U.S. Navy veteran who assisted with the humanitarian aid efforts in Indonesia following the 2004 devastating earthquake and tsunami, Dr. Daniel Grossman knew the type of practice he wanted when he began Grossman Orthodontics this year in Wake Forest.

“I want a friendly environment where we put patients first,” he explained. “I want our team to treat others like we want to be treated.”

Grossman Orthodontics – located at 600 Dr. Calvin Jones Hwy, Ste 112 – opened earlier this year with the intention of creating a fun, family-friendly practice for children, teens and adults.

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“We strive to provide our patients with the highest quality orthodontic treatment in a caring atmosphere,” Dr. Grossman said. “We have a family-centered personal approach to care that makes our patients feel like they are part of our team – more like family and less like a number. We strive to make the experience pleasant every time the patient comes in.”

Dr. Grossman grew up as the middle of three boys whose parents instilled in him early on the proper values on caring for people, as well as a hard work ethic in everything he does. Truly a caring individual, he spent time volunteering in his college years in a hospital and working as an EMT for a volunteer ambulance service.

And, of course he proudly served in the U.S. Navy for many years, where he earned the nickname “Gentle Dental Dan”, given him by his Navy friends colleagues he treated. His valiant service in the aftermath of the Indonesian tsunami occurred when he

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Owner, Orthodontist Grossman Orthonontics 44 8 years, US Navy general dentist; 6 years as orthodontist BA, DDS degrees, University at Buffalo; 3-year Orthodontic residency, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia; Advanced Clinical Program in General Dentistry, US Navy-San Diego Wife, Lauren; two sons: Dane (6), Landon (3) Running, skiing, outdoors, watching football

Our team provides caring, fun and friendly interaction between patients and their families – in a comfortable, calm environment.

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served aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard, which provided aid in the Banda Aceh Province.

Now, in Wake Forest, he and his hard-working team strive to provide patients with the best experience possible. “We offer an atmosphere where you feel like you’re being taken care of as a person,” Dr. Grossman said. “Our team provides caring, fun and friendly interaction between patients and their families – in a comfortable, calm environment.”

Grossman Orthodontics features a wide range of treatments and services at its convenient location, including Invisalign and Invisalign Teen; comfortable low profile metal braces; Esthetic Clear braces; functional appliance therapy; clear and acrylic retainers; and, of course, complimentary initial exams.

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Grossman Orthodontics patient Lauren Goulding shows a winning pre-braces smile, and is excited about the logo bag and water bottle she received. part of our larger family,” he said. “This is important to our team, because the simple gift of a confident healthy smile can change someone’s life.”

Grossman Orthodontics is located at 600 Dr. Calvin Jones Highway (98 Bypass), Ste 112, in Wake Forest. For information, call 919-562-0500 or visit GrossmanOrthodontics.com.

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Beautiful Skin: A Plan for Success You know the old adage: “Fail to plan, and you plan to fail?”

By DIANE MACK

Special to 919 Magazine

¾ Schedule professional services: Masks at home cannot replace skin checkups and monthly facials. Facials do much more than deeply clean. ¾ Eat well: Beautiful skin starts on the inside. Eating healthy and drinking plenty of water are basics. Certain foods affect your skin negatively. Feed yourself and your skin. So if you want strong, healthy, glowing, and vibrant skin remember – creating healthy skin is a marathon, not a sprint.

Skin care is no different, and it doesn’t come easy. Start to take care of your skin while it is healthy and it will serve you well. It’s time to make a plan: ¾ Visit an esthetician (skin care specialist): They will perform skin analysis including a health history and a lifestyle assessment. Gathering information will give your esthetician the information required to create the best plan for your specific needs. These needs change with seasons of the year and life. Often we are using the wrong product for our skin. For instance, a person with oily skin decides not to use moisturizer – not realizing that water

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¾ Purchase professional products: Professional products are only sold by professionals, have more active ingredients and fewer fillers, last longer and, therefore, are a better investment.

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How to Go From Good to Great?

New Wakefield High Principal Feels Ultimate Success is All About the ‘W’

By G. CLEVELAND KILGOrE 919 Magazine Writer

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s the new principal at Wakefield High School, Malik Bazzell hopes to build on the existing strengths and help WHS transition from good to great.

“Wakefield is a wonderful school with strong traditions and a supportive community,” Bazzell said. “While I am principal at Wakefield – as under the previous administration – it will always be all about the ‘W’.” >

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New Wakefield High Principal Malik Bazzell believes in the ‘W’.

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Wakefield is a wonderful school with strong traditions and a supportive community.

MALIK BAZZELL

WaKEFiELd hiGh schooL PrinciPaL

Bazzel grew up in Houston, TX, but is a product of Wake County schools, graduating from East Wake High School in Wendell in 1994. “Wake County has a great school system and Raleigh is a wonder place to raise kids,” he said. “There are lots of cultural activities and very safe environment in Raleigh. The area has some of the culture associated with a big city, but still has a small town feel.

“A married father of two daughters and a long-time local educator, Bazzell moved to WHS after five years as principal at EWHS. Previously, he taught at FuquayVarina High School, became assistant

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principal at Sanderson High School in North Raleigh (involved in establishing the Youth Enhancement Academy), and served as principal at Anacostia High School in Washington, DC. Throughout, his emphasis was on continuing the family legacy.

“I come from a family of educators so it is in my blood,” Bazzell explained. “My grandparents were college professors; my mother was a preschool teacher; my aunt was a college counselor; my uncle was Provost at the University of WisconsinMadison; and my sister is a teacher. It was destiny I guess.”

Obviously, then, it comes as no surprise that his mother most inspired him growing up. “She raised four children by herself and insured each of us graduated from college. Her favorite saying was, ‘You have two choices in my house; you can graduate high school and go to college, or you can graduate high school and go to college,” he said, noting that President Obama also inspired him.

“When Obama became president, I

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realized that if you put your mind to it, you can become anything – which gave me the additional motivation to seek my first principal position,” Bazzell said.

Bazzell feels his biggest challenge in taking the helm at Wakefield High is simply adapting to a new environment and working with existing staff to build strong relationships and a high level of trust.

“That will be of the utmost importance if we are going to eventually attain the goal of a 95 percent graduation rate by 2020,” he stressed.

r. Malik Bazzell Profile

AGE: 39 PrOFESSION: Principal, Wakefield High School rESIDENCE: Knightdale EDUCATION: BS, Fayetteville State University; Master of School Administration, NC State FAMILY: Married, 2 daughters PET: Simba (dog) INTErESTS: Weightlifting, cycling, fantasy football

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Wake Forest Holiday Events Make for a Very Busy Season ■ Nov. 30: Wake Forest Children’s Choir Holiday Concert is 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 30, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, at 405 S. Brooks St. The free evening of holiday songs and carols is directed by Kasie Ryan and Terri Smith – and is open to the public. For information, call 919-435-9458.

■ Dec. 4: Town of Wake Forest officially kicks off the holiday season with the Lighting of Wake Forest at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Centennial Plaza, Wake Forest Town Hall, 301 S. Brooks St. Sponsored by Traditions at Wake Forest, the annual event features the lighting of the town’s 30-foot Christmas tree by Mayor Vivian Jones, followed by the eagerly anticipated arrival of Jolly Old St. Nick. Free Pictures with Santa will be offered from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. (free timed tickets available in City Hall lobby beginning at 5 p.m.). Free musical performances and horse-and-carriage rides are available. For information, call 919-435-9415.

■ Dec. 5: Downtown Wake Forest Merchant’s Holiday Open House begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, and includes special offers and complimentary refreshments at participating shops and restaurants, several school and dance group performances, horse and carriage rides, and fun-filled activities for kids and families. Visit wakeforestdowntown.com or call 919-435-9415 for information.

■ Dec. 5: The Joyful Collective Christmas Concert is 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5, at Binkley Chapel, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, 120 S. Wingate St. The free event includes Christmas carols, hot chocolate, and music led by Donnie Hollis (Imago Dei Church), Josh Via (Journey Church), and Daniel Renstrom (FBC Durham). For information, email conferences@sebts.edu or call 919-7612804.

■ Dec. 7: The 68th Wake Forest Community Christmas Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 7 at The Forks Cafeteria, 339 S. Brooks St. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at The Wake Forest Weekly, the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Wake Forest Historical Museum. Awards for Citizen of the Year, Civic Organization of the Year and the Peggy Allen Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented by Mayor Vivian Jones. For information, email bevwhiz@gmail.com ■ Dec. 10: Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department provides free local Calls from Santa to kids age 3-7 at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10. Visit wakeforestnc.gov for registration information.

■ Dec. 11-13: Forest Moon Theater presents “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Dec. 11-13 at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St. Visit forestmoontheater.org for information and ticket details.

■ Dec. 12: Hosted by Wake Forest Downtown, the Wake Forest Christmas Parade begins at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, along South White and South Brooks streets. For information, call 919-435-9415.

Complete information about town-sponsored holiday events is provided through the “Christmas in Wake Forest” function on the Town of Wake Forest app and at wakeforestnc.gov.

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Just Think First 5K, Skinny Turkey Half Marathon on Thanksgiving The 5th Annual Skinny Turkey Half Marathon and Just Think First 5K is Thursday, Nov. 26, at Wakefield High School in North Raleigh.

The half marathon begins at 7:30 a.m., with the course running through Wakefield Plantation and Wake Falls neighborhood. The scenic course is a rolling design with a few hills that are sure to test fitness.

The 5K road race, begins at 8 a.m. Proceeds will fund a new video currently being produced on the topic of teens and teenage drug use – and pay for speakers and other activities throughout the year. Scholarships also are funded each spring. The appeal of the Just Think First teaching videos relies largely on the fact that they tell the story of something tragic that happened to real students who attended school at Wakefield High.

For more information or to register, call 919-376-9441 or visit fsseries.com.

Police Department Turkey Drive Under Way; Giveaway on Nov. 23 Wake Forest Police Department continues to accept monetary donations through Saturday, Nov. 21, as part of its 9th Annual Turkey Drive.

Funds will be used to purchase additional turkeys, supplementing those donated and dropped off by local residents at the Wake Forest Police Department, 225 S. Taylor St., at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21.

The police department will distribute the turkeys while they last at 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 23, at the Wake Forest Community House, 133 W. Owen Ave. For information, or to contribute to this year’s Turkey Drive, contact Officer M.W. Sattler at 919-795-7270.

Rolesville High Reindeer Days Benefit Shopping Event Nov. 7 Rolesville High School PTSA’s 2nd Annual Reindeer Days Shopping Event is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 at the campus.

Gifts will be available to purchase from many vendor booths, selling unique items such as toys, candles, art, clothing, jewelry, designer like purses, home decor, baby and children’s handmade items, wood products, glass, custom candles, food, cards and other merchandise.

Admission is $2 or a non-perishable food item. Proceeds will fund PTSA senior scholarships and food for the Backpack Buddies Program for students in need.

RHS is located at 1099 E. Young St. in Rolesville. For more information, email rolesvillehsptsa@gmail.com or visit rolesvillehsptsa.com.

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‘Shop with a Cop’ Donations Help Less Fortunate Kids for Christmas Wake Forest Police Department’s 17th Annual Shop with a Cop holiday shopping spree is Wednesday, Dec. 16.

On that day approximately 30 area children will visit the Wake Forest Police Department, where they will be paired with their police officer “partners.” The kids and their partners will then be transported by bus to the Wake Forest Walmart, where each child will receive $175 to spend on a winter coat and other items of their choice.

Following the shopping spree, the children and their partners will be treated to a pizza party.

Shop with a Cop was created to help less fortunate boys and girls in the Wake Forest area experience a joyous Christmas. Since its inception in 1999, the program has helped well over 400 local children.

The Wake Forest Police Department raises money for Shop with a Cop by sponsoring several fundraisers each year. The police department also accepts donations from area citizens, churches, civic groups and merchants. Any individual or organization wishing to make a contribution to this year’s Shop with a Cop should contact Officer K.C. Warren at 919-554-6150 or kwarren@wakeforestnc.gov.

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WAKEFIELD WOMEN’S CLUB CELEBRATES WITH 14TH ANNUAL FALL FASHION SHOW

Wakefield Women’s Club 2015-2016 Executive Board of Directors includes: President Rebecca Vossler, 1st Vice President Suzy Beth Sarver, 2nd Vice President Diane Rhodes, Secretary Nikie Filippides, Treasurer Linda Abbott, Advisor Fabiola McGuire, and Marilyn Bostick for Membership.

The volunteer-based organization focuses on bringing women together throughout North Raleigh, Wakefield and Wake Forest for a monthly luncheon and several members-only events. For information, visit www.wakefieldwomensclub.com.

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919 | Snapshots As part of its regular monthly luncheon at TPC Wakefield Plantation in October, the Wakefield Women’s Club celebrated its 14th Annual Fall Fashion Show.

More than 140 members and guests celebrating the sold-out event, which featured lunch and fashions by Talbots Outlet of Mebane, Stylefinder Boutique in North Raleigh and Fabrik from Cameron Village.

Wakefield Women’s Club members served as models, including Gabriella Pietrafitta, Al Lipani-Garrent, Fabiola McGuire, Yadira Perez, Lisa Mayer, Pamela Mansueti, Debbie Reid, Regina Heroux, Shereen ElnaggarGamil, Sujata Chhabra and Joan Levy.

Hair and make-up was provided by the team of professionals at Larkspur Salon Spa in Wakefield. The fashion show chairperson was Yocasta Bianconi.

Wakefield Women’s Club is a social organization based in the Wakefield Area and membership is open to all women along the I-540 corridor. The club organizes a monthly luncheon on the second Wednesday of each month from September to May at TPC at Wakefield Plantation.

In addition, the club hosts weekly and monthly events, couples events, trips and in-home parties.

For more information, visit www.wakefieldwomensclub.org

GROSSMAN ORTHODONTICS

Dr. Dan Grossman, wife Lauren, and son Landon Beau welcomed patients, staff, guests and members of the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce to its ribbon-cutting ceremony and festivities in October at the new Grossman Orthodontics facility at 600 Dr. Calvin Jones Highway in Wake Forest. For information, call 919-562-0500 or visit GrossmanOrthodontics.com.

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WAKEFIELD ROTARY RAFFLE

Above left: Tom Diamond won the grand prize of $2,015 at the recent Wakefield Rotary Club’s Lucky 13 Reverse Raffle & Dinner, a fundraiser for local youth initiatives in Wake Forest. Left to right: Matt Archer, co-president; Tom Diamond, reverse raffle winner; Laura Jazab, co-president; and Rotarian Carl Hobson, who gave the winning ticket to Tom. Above centre: Wendy Jones (left), Susan Martin and Heather Holding pose during the Wakefield Rotary Lucky 13 Reverse Raffle & Dinner event at The Factory Mill Room.

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Wakefield Rotary Co-President Laura Jazab presents Ashley Hohenberger of the Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club with a contribution from money raised by the service organization during its annual Lucky 13 fundraiser.

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Blackwell Guides Morrisville Innovation Foundation Efforts to Engage, Sustain Business and Community

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ivic engagement is Creighton Blackwell’s passion, because he knows it is key to community sustainability.

“I believe that a successful professional has an entrepreneurial spirit,” said Blackwell, Vice President of Retail Sales and Service and Corporate Affairs at Coastal Federal Credit Union. “Matching these two concepts is a driver of innovation and my passion and drove me to the creation of the Morrisville Innovation Foundation.”

Launched in 20xx, the Foundation’s original purpose was to support high-growth, high-impact businesses located in Morrisville that are in the initial start-up and early growth stages. “Our effort is to provide the building blocks for economic development, entrepreneurship and civic engagement by executing better activities – focused on community and economic development to create a sustainable and thriving community,” said Blackwell, the organization’s first and only chairman. “There were numerous conversations from many different community and business leaders asking, ‘Can we become more involved in these activities?’, and thus the Foundation was born.”

Formed with the backing and support of the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce, the Foundation is focused on the community and economic development activities. Among the programs: n HOTTovation: A “percolator” allowing people to transform an idea into a sellable strategic plan. The program provides free office space at the Campbell University RTP campus to five companies for five months and other support and assistance. n Morrisvillle Start Up: Supporting high-growth, high-impact businesses located in Morrisville that are in the initial start-up and early growth stages. n East Meets West Festival: Celebrates Morrisville’s diversity with an annual spring celebration of music, performances and food representing populations from around the world. >

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I really enjoy Morrisville’s diversity and push for civic engagement.

CREIGHTON BLACKWELL

CHAIR, MORRISVILLE INNOVATION FOUNDATION

The Foundation also has a leadership development initiative through the Leadership Morrisville program, which includes sessions focused on such topics as economics, government, education, leadership and civic engagement. “We are focused on providing the tools, skills and exposure to increase and enhance community engagement,” Blackwell explained. “Communities are sometimes only as strong as the connections that are created from within and this will provide a platform to connect a network of leaders as well as gain valuable community resources.”

A North Carolina native, Blackwell is a married father of three who now calls Morrisville home – and his community pride is evident. “I really enjoy the town’s diversity and push for civic engagement,” he said. “I also love the recreational opportunities in Morrisville, and I am an active coach for the Morrisville Recreation Department.”

Blackwell has been a financial professional in the Triangle for 19 years in various leadership roles. In addition to being a

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Chair, Morrisville Innovation Foundation Vice President of Retail Sales and Service and Corporate Affairs, Coastal Federal Credit Union The Gardens, Morrisville Roxboro, NC BA in Industrial Relations (with a focus in Economics), UNC Chapel Hill Wife, Crystal; 2 sons, Colin (10), Caiden (8); daughter, Carlyn (5) Hope, Stella and Shady (Guinea pigs) Sports, reading, coaching, politics, leadership training, civic engagement

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For more information on the Morrisville Innovation Foundation or to become involved in its programs and initiatives, visit morrisvilleinnovation. org, email chamber@morrisvillechamber.org, or call 919-463-7150.

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professional speaker, he current sits on six other nonprofit board of directors: North Carolina Business Committee for Education (out of the Governor’s office), North Carolina Council for Economic Education, Wake County Habitat For Humanity, Chapel Hill/Carrboro Chamber of Commerce, Caring Community Foundation, and Triangle Martin Luther King Committee.

But Blackwell’s heart is in Morrisville and the Morrisville Innovation Foundation. “The Foundation will

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THE MAGIC OF MENTORSHIP Sharon Hill Emotionally Tied To Helping Children Succeed

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ometimes Sharon Hill is so overwhelmed by emotion involving the children’s successes through Big Brothers Big Sisters, she simply cries unabashedly.

“When I joined the organization’s board of directors in the mid2005, and got to see the benefits and results the children were enjoying, it touched my heart,” said Hill, now board president of the Morrisville-based group that matches youths facing adversity with caring mentors who serve as role models.

“It is gratifying to be involved with so many children and their mentors,” Hill said. “My being a black woman president of the board of directors gives them the realization that, indeed, anything is possible. Hearing of the children’s successes that might not have happened without Big Brothers Big Sisters fills me with pride every day.”

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle is a donor-supported volunteer organization that helps children in Wake, Durham and Orange counties realize their potential and build better futures.

“Our mission is to provide children, ages 6-14, who are facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally supported oneto-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever,” explained Hill, who moved to North Carolina with husband, Elmer, 27 years ago when she was employed by IBM. “We serve over 805 children by matching them with mentors and through our Healthy Child Initiative, our Mentoring Children

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of Prisoners Initiative, and our STEMentor Initiative,” she said.

“By partnering with parents/guardians, volunteers and others in the Triangle, we are accountable for each child in our program achieving higher aspirations, greater confidence and better relationships, avoidance of risky behaviors and educational success.”

In addition to her efforts for BBBST, Hill leads an etiquette, speaking, and motivation company that assists universities and companies by teaching classes and workshops to students and workers on how to become more professional and polished.

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These children need hope. Through mentoring, Big Brothers Big Sisters gives them that hope.

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Hill is Morrisville-based Big Brother Big Sisters board president.

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Before being on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle, Hill was president of two other boards: International Society for Performance Improvement; and National Association for Women Business Owners. Highly involved in Toastmaster International, she holds numerous awards for her leadership and participation. And she received the Hometown Hero Award from Modern Woodmen for her pro bono support of those who have had life challenges and needed a helping hand to achieve goals by learning proper etiquette and workplace behavior.

But now – as president of the board of directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters – she’s in a position that fulfills her every day, because she knows how much BBBST impacts children’s lives in such a positive manner.

“I would never say I have had a privileged life, but to see the trials and tribulations many of the children had to deal with, I realize that I have been so blessed not to fall into the category of at-risk,” Hill said. “These children need hope. Through mentoring, Big Brothers Big Sisters gives them that hope and I’m proud to be a part of the organization.

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Magical Winter Lights Tradition Returning to Park West Village

Magical Winter Lights at the Village Market Place at Park West Village – rapidly becoming a Morrisville tradition – returns in 2015 in front of Stone Theatre-Park West 14.

Free and open to public, the unique outdoor show is nightly at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Dec. 11-20.

In addition, the event includes free train rides, carolers – plus story time with Santa in the theatre lobby.

The 100-acre mixed-use Park West Village development is located at the southwest corner of Cary Parkway and Highway 54/ Chapel Hill Road. For information, visit parkwestvillage.net.

Stephen Malik, new owner of the Carolina RailHawks

Local Technology Entrepreneur Stephen Malik Buys RailHawks Local technology entrepreneur Stephen N. Malik is the new owner of the Carolina Railhawks, a founding member of the North American Soccer League.

Malik, who founded Medfusion – a Cary-based purveyor of online patient portals and other related services for healthcare providers – purchased the club from Traffic Sports USA and assumes 100 percent ownership. He will also represent the RailHawks on the NASL Board of Governors.

“The RailHawks are a superb organization representing one of the fastest growing regions with tremendous potential for soccer leadership in the nation,” said Malik. “Our goal is to take the RailHawks to the highest level through additional investment in marketing, players, and staffing. We are excited to lead our community in working together to give the Triangle a world-class soccer team.”

Malik’s arrival at the RailHawks marks a new era for the club as it prepares to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2016. Not only does Malik have deep ties to the Triangle business community, but he also is a passionate soccer fan having played in high school and coached at the youth level.

RailHawks President Curt Johnson will continue to lead the organization in the newly designated role of president and general manager; Head Coach Colin Clarke will return for his fifth season; and Senior Vice President Peter Sciandra will continue as a senior executive in the organization in the newly designated role of executive vice president.

Malik sold Medfusion to Intuit in 2010 for $91 million. After serving as president of the rebranded Intuit Health for three years, Malik re-acquired Medfusion, where he currently serves as chairman.

Santa, Entertainment and More At Christmas Tree Lighting Event Christmas in Morrisville officially begins with the annual Town of Morrisville Christmas Tree Lighting.

Schedule for 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4, the event is at Indian Creek Trailhead on Town Hall Driver, across from Town Hall.

The event – free and open to the public – includes entertainment, crafts for the children, train rides, a visit from Santa and refreshments. The highlight of the evening, of coure, is the lighting of the new 20-foot Christmas tree.

Parking for the event is located at Town Hall Campus and the Chamber of Commerce. Town Hall Drive at Morrisville Carpenter Road will close at 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Susan G. Komen Foundation Race For the Cure moves to RTP in 2016 Susan G. Komen Foundation Triangle to the Coast (Komen NCTC) is moving its 20th Annual Race for the Cure to Research Triangle Park.

Presented by Duke Cancer Institute and scheduled for June 11, 2016, the event’s start and finish lines will be at The Frontier, located at 800 Park Office Drive.

This year’s cace theme is “Hope Rising – Taking the Next Steps to find the Cures.” The new race site will feature an out and back course, live music and a few other surprises. Plus, a new Team Tailgate Zone will offer an area for teams to meet before the race and provide space for after-race fun, including an expanded food truck rodeo.

The 20th anniversary celebration will feature an inspiring Survivor Celebration, honoring those who have battled breast cancer and remember those who have lost their lives to this disease.

“We are excited to celebrate our 20th anniversary in RTP,” said Pam Kohl, Komen NCTC Executive Director. “RTP is the home of dreamers, believers, planners and creators, a community that inspires bold new ideas. We will tap into this inspiration as we move closer to our promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever.”

Bob Geolas, President and CEO of the Research Triangle Foundation of NC, said he is proud to welcome the race to Research Triangle Park for its 20th anniversary. “By partnering with the Komen Race for the Cure, we are supporting an organization that helps fund innovative breast cancer research right here in our community.”

For more information on Malik and the Carolina RailHawks, visit carolinarailhawks.com.

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Chamber KNOW Luncheon Panel Explores Business as a Team Sport

Business today often functions very much like a team sport, and people can view the workplace as a giant playing field – and the Morrisville Chamber of Commerce’s next KNOW Luncheon provides a panel of experts to discuss how to navigate the playing field of business.

Scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, at Prestonwood Country Club, the event includes a distinguished panel: ■ Erika Braun, director of human resources, Golden Corral ■ 2012 Olympic Swimming Trials competitor and 2016 Olympic Swimming Trials hopeful Marlynn Jones, assistant director of Athletics for Compliance, North Carolina Central University ■ Debra Morgan, anchor, WRAL-TV (who also serves as moderator) ■ Carla Overbeck, assistant coach, Duke women’s soccer team ■ U.S. Olympic gold and silver medalist and women’s World Cup gold medalist Molly Sapienza, director of regional marketing, PNC Bank

Viva DF Tequila & Taco Bar Now Open on Davis Drive in Morrisville Viva DF Tequila & Taco Bar – which opened recently in Morrisville – is now accepting reservations for holiday luncheons, dinner and special events.

Complete on-site catering is also available for holiday gatherings and other events.

In-house options include an array of fresh squeezed juices and over 80+ tequilas, along with an extensive menu featuring the flavors of Mexico City. And every Tuesday, Viva DF offers homemade tamales celebrating “Tamale Tuesday” during dinner service.

All Research Triangle Park employees with business card or company ID receive 10 percent off their entire bill.

Viva DF Tequila & Taco Bar is located at 4075 Davis Drive, in the McCrimmon Corners/Harris Teeter Shopping Center. For reservations and catering information, contact Carlos at 919-467-2627.

Admission is $35 for employees of Chamber member firms, and $50 for non-members. Call 919-463-7150 or visit morrisvillechamber.org to register or for more information.

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March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Nov. 5 at Prestonwood The March of Dimes 2015 Triangle Signature Chefs Auction begins at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary.

Event guests will sample dishes from premier area chefs, while bidding on unique and tempting auction packages – some of which will even feature the talents of the signature chefs.

The event benefits the March of Dimes, dedicated to bringing healthy babies to families everywhere.

For information, call 919-424-2156, email CHeindselman@marchofdimes. org or visit www.marchofdimes.org/ northcarolina/events/events_13374.html.

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Short Takes

North Carolina State Superintendent June Atkinson attended a Town Hall meeting on education at Kitts Creek subdivision in Morrisville in September … Jennifer Thurber, Richard Fein, Mike Salim, Kayte Thomas, Patrick McCabe and Patricia Mcabe graduated as full Morrisville CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) members in September … Newsweek magazine ranked Green Hope High School at number 338 on its list of 500 top high schools in the U.S. … Morrisville is the 19th safest town in North Carolina, according to a new analysis by home security company SafeWise. Cary ranked 8th on the list, while Apex was 7th. Raleigh ranked 42nd … Paul Scruggs is the new Panther Creek High head coach for the track and field, and cross country programs. Scruggs spent 11 years as head coach at North Pitt High School in Greenville, earning conference coach of the year 10 times … Also at PCHS, teacher and head wrestling coach Chad Sichak adds the responsibilities of head coach for men’s soccer …

Nikia Davis, assistant principal at Holly Springs High is now principal at East Cary Middle …

Julie Resua, a teacher at Mills Park Middle School, is now assistant principal at Davis Drive Middle School … In August, The Chef’s Academy in Morrisville awarded degrees to 72 graduates of its culinary arts and pastry arts programs…Connor Coole of Panther Creek High School received a National Merit Scholarship … Wall Street Journal reports a 7 percent drop in flights at Raleigh-Durham International Airport since 2011 (although other reports indicate the number of seats available is up 3 percent in the same timeframe) … North Carolina Gov. Pat McCrory, MetLife CEO Steven A. Kandarian, and MetLife Global Technology & Operations EVP Marty Lippert were among the dignitaries on hand for the recent opening of MetLife’s Global Technology 26.5-acre campus in Cary – which includes two seven-story, 213,500 sq. ft. buildings fronting Lake Crabtree … Bawarchi Biryani Point, an Indian restaurant, opened recently at 9601 Chapel Hill Road in Morrisville. Call 919-439-7070 or visit www.bawarchimorrisville.com for more information…Google Fiber broke ground in Morrisville this past summer, choosing the town as a starting point because it made it easy to extend the network … A new Sheetz convenience store is planned near Park West Village, at the corner of Morrisville Parkway and Bristol Creek Drive.

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RTP RUN CLUB Research Triangle Park has teamed up with Fleet Feet Sports for a weekly run club during the regular Thursday Happy Hour at The Frontier.

Runners take off at 5:30 p.m. each week and return in plenty of time to enjoy the free beer at the RTP Happy Hour. The Frontier is located at 800 Park Offices Drive in Research Triangle Park.

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Morrisville Fire/Rescue’s annual Fire Safety Day in October at Park West Village featured free hot dogs, popcorn and drinks; fire safety demonstrations; fire, rescue and police equipment to inspect and view; giveaways; and exhibits and booths from numerous Morrisville, Cary and Wake County entities and organizations.

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t took months to plan the Wide Open Bluegrass – and the associated events organized by the International Bluegrass Music Association, the Greater Raleigh Convention and Vistitors Bereau, the City of Raleigh and various other entities and sponsors.

But organizers had only about 36 hours to scrap those plans and move the two-day event indoors at the Raleigh Convention Center due to the heavy rains and dire forecasts.

And the reviews, again, were outstanding – with many thousands of attendees enjoying multiple stages filled with live bluegrass music, vendors scattered throughout the center floors, and other activities.

Aside from the Wide Open Bluegrass event, the October week include the IBMA’s Business Conference, the IBMA’s Bluegrass Music Awards, the Bluegrass Ramble music showcase throughout the downtown Raleigh area, the Bluegrass Film Festival, the IBMA industry trade show and more.

919 Magazine again sponsored the Wide Open Bluegrass Youth Stage, which featured fresh musical acts representing the next generation of pickers.

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Despite heavy rains moving festivities inside Raleigh Convention Center, Wide Open Bluegrass was a big success.

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During its October 15-25 run, the fair attracted 1,091,887 eager fair-goers, the second highest count ever.

The record for total attendance is 1,091,887, set in 2010.

The following year, 1,009,173 attended the annual event.

Sad to see the fair end? Well, go ahead and mark the calendar for the next opportunity for a couple of deep-fried Oreos and tasty ham biscuits: Oct. 13-23, 2016. And stay informed by visiting ncstatefair.org.

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NORTH RALEIGH/ LEESVILLE EDITION A resident of the Bedford community in North Raleigh, Don McNeill strives to bring Mark Twain’s humor to life.

Utilizing information he gained through studying Twain’s lectures, speeches and writings, McNeill channels the celebrated humorist and writer in both look and delivery when he appears before clubs, organizations, retirement communities and lots of special events.

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BRIER CREEK/RDU EDITION For 41 years, Ira David Wood III – founder and executive director of Raleigh Theatre in the Park – has been the man behind a unique version of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”.

Wood graces the cover of the November/ December Special Holiday Edition, and explains how his musical comedy take on the tale became a classic all its own. See the story on Page 38.

North Raleigh’s Wine 101 Plans Italian Wine Class

Wine 101 plans a special Southern Italy Wine Class at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19, at the North Raleigh location.

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Wine 101 is located at 5910 Duraleigh Road, and open TuesdayThursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.and FridaySaturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free wine tastings are weekly at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays.

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MORRISVILLE/RTP/ NORTH CARY EDITION Civic engagement is Creighton Blackwell’s passion, because he knows it is key to community sustainability.

And through the Morrisville Innovation Foundation, Blackwell hopes to engage and sustain both business and community.

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Raleigh Among Top U.S. Cities for Solar

When it comes to solar installations, Raleigh is high on the list nationally.

In a new report from BuildZoom, Raleigh was 23rd on the list of American cities for solar installations, based on 75 million building permits analyzed.

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White Collar Jobs Booming In Raleigh Among large cities in the U.S., the Raleigh-Cary Metro ranks third “where white-collar employment is booming”, according to Forbes Magazine.

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