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Volume II, Issue 12 - August/September 2013

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Reaching Children After School Through Art

Back to School

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Middle Tyger Community Center Meets Needs of Community

College Town Spartanburg

Meeting the Needs of A Community

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For the past 15 years, Middle Tyger Community Center in Lyman, has been meeting the needs of families and the entire community through adolescent pregnancy prevention programs, comprehensive programs for pregnant and parenting adolescents and their babies, family literacy, other health needs and crisis intervention. An average of 2,600 individuals visit the center for services each month and the numbers confirm that MTCC is changing the system instead of just putting a Band Aid on it.

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Publication Acknowledgements: Editor: Joy Mabry Contributing Editors: Beverly Knight Steve Wong Art Director: Reid B. Price Contributing Designers: Kathy Davis, Kathy Ink! Contributing Photographers: Carlos Causillas Onset Bay Photography Amanda Morgan Photography Reid Price Contributing Writers: Pontheolla Mack Abernathy Nissee Brown Shay Clarke Zac Cunningham Faith DeFairia Tony Forest Doug Gregory Sharell Johnson Beverly Knight Kim Norris Cody H. Owens Chief Jim Redd Kim Ryan Sandi Constantio-Thompson Steve Wong Cindy York Project Manager: Wayne Smith

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However, the publisher cannot assume responsibility for errors or omissions. No part of this book may be reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission. Copyright ©2013.

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From a “boiling spring” to a community of unique small businesses, Boiling Springs is one of the fastest growing areas in Spartanburg County.

A progressive school district and residential communities have fueled the establishment of more small businesses such as restaurants, boutiques, grocery stores, auto repair and health care services to meet the needs of the growing population of local residents.

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Fashionista, Shay Clarke reminds us that “while 80’s fashion never truly went away, it will surely be a large inspiration this upcoming school year. Fall 2013 fashion trends are all about showcasing your inner boldness.” Express the stylist in you with neon colors, prints, blazers, and bold jewelry for the latest in cutting edge fashion this fall.

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“COLORS is one of Spartanburg’s most successful outreach programs, having received national recognition (cited in Time magazine) and hung artwork in the White House,” says Steve Wong.

“But it is the daily victories—one child at a time— of making a difference in the lives of children that sustained the program.” This federally funded program is only available to at-risk children and families with low to moderate income.

Your support for this program can help make a difference in a local child’s life.

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elcome to the “Back To School” edition of Spartanburg Everyday. Again this year, we have walked the WET streets of the County in search of trendy, reasonably priced school apparel and accessories, options for after school programs, and family-friendly entertainment. No, you don’t have to travel to Greenville or Asheville to find the “bold and the beautiful” in fashion, art and entertainment! In small, Spartanburg businesses reside local owners who cater to their clients and community. Show your support for these companies this fall by shopping local.

Chapman Cultural Center partners, eight area colleges, caring child activists, and community caretakers provide safe, educational, and inspirational services and programs for children of all ages, race, and income throughout Spartanburg County. Although South Carolina STILL ranks as one of the lowest states in education, Spartanburg County is embracing this problem and making a difference “one child at a time.” Take time this fall to get involved with some of these programs and experience the difference you too can make in a child’s life.

Our “town spotlight” this time is on Boiling Springs. Doug Gregory, with the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce, has the inside scoop on how the name was established for one of the fastest growing areas in the County. The “little” town with a big heart is home to many specialty shops, restaurants, housing communities, and great schools. Despite the fact that this area has exploded in size, traffic, residents and businesses in the last 10 years, it has maintained a close-knit family of merchants and residents and truly is a “Caring Community” as indicated by its entrance point.

Thank you for all your support. We love to hear your ideas and stories of exceptional individuals in our community. Watch our facebook page for upcoming events in Spartanburg!

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Back to School and Back to Basics…14 What Schools Are Doing to Protect Your Child...15

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On The Cover: Back To School Fashion & Accessories From Vintage Drift Cover Location: Chapman Cultural Center Cover Photography by Amanda Morgan amandamorganphotography.net

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Spartanburg Everyday distribution includes the following areas in Spartanburg county:

Downtown Spartanburg, Inman, Lyman, Moore, Duncan, Pacolet, Cowpens, Chesnee, Landrum, Boiling Springs, Hillcrest, Westgate, Roebuck, and Gaffney.

By Zac Cunningham, Director, Walnut Grove Plantation

Walnut Grove’s annual FestiFall reenactment weekend begins on the evening of Friday, October 4 with a family-friendly lantern tour of the plantation and a chance to meet Charles Moore, Kate Barry, Patriot and Loyalist soldiers, and colonial women. Lantern tour admission is $5.00 per person above the age of 4. Space is limited on the lantern tours so reservations are required for Friday evening’s event. Call 864-576-6546 to reserve your tour.

Sometime in 1763 -- 250 years ago this year -- a family stepped onto ground near the Tyger River in present-day Spartanburg County. On this spot, this family -- Charles Moore, his wife Mary, and their ten children -- carved out a home called Walnut Grove Plantation. For forty years, like the area’s many other settlers, they imparted their Scots-Irish heritage upon Upstate South Carolina as they worked their plantation, helped start the county’s first church, and built one of the area’s first schools. The Moores struggled against floods and droughts, criminal bands, and the everyday hardships of living life in the isolated South Carolina Backcountry. The family relied on a dozen enslaved African American men, women, and children to ease some of the burden of frontier plantation life. These slaves -- Robert, Dinna, Nelly, Phillis, and their children -- imparted their own valuable heritage upon the Upstate as well. When the American Revolution came, the Moores, including daughter Kate Moore Barry, did their part to win independence from the British Empire and then shape the government of their new state. All of this is the story of Walnut Grove Plantation, now a historic site in Roebuck just south of downtown Spartanburg.

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Celebrate 250 Years of History during FestiFall at Walnut Grove Plantation

The family fun continues on Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6 with the re-enactment of a wartime raid on the plantation the headline event of each day. The battle reenactment takes place at Noon on Saturday and at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Admission is $9.00 for adults, $5.00 for ages 6-17, and free for ages 5 and under. FestiFall is part of a series of Revolutionary War-themed special events taking place at historic sites throughout the Upstate that weekend. For more information, visit spartanburghistory.org or RevWarWeekend.com.

This October, celebrate Walnut Grove Plantation’s 250th birthday, hear the muskets fire, feel the cannon roar, and see the American Revolution come to life during FestiFall at Walnut Grove Plantation!

Each year, historic Walnut Grove Plantation hosts FestiFall, a special event that explores the Backcountry life and Revolutionary War experiences of the Moore family, their slaves, and other colonists. Scheduled for October 4-6 this year, FestiFall allows visitors to relive the saga of America’s struggle for independence and to be transported back to colonial days. This living history festival features nearly 200 reenactors, who camp for the weekend and present military reenactments and dozens of demonstrations of colonial era crafts and trades. Visitors can see a blacksmith working at his forge, a cooper making barrels, as well as a broom maker, a basket maker, a surveyor, a gunsmith, a woodworker, a weaver, a soap maker and dozens of others artisans.

Guests can often lend a hand to these artisans and try out the various crafts themselves. Moreover, young visitors can make their own candles, play colonial-era games with period authentic toys, and learn about early school days through quill feather writing.

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By Tony Forest

Spanish Wines Wines from Spain are the fastest growing segment of imported wines in our store. It is no wonder, considering the quality and affordable prices of the wine. Spain actually has the most acres planted to grapevines in the world, but because their vines have low yields, they come in third place in total wine produced.

There are three main red grape varieties: Tempranillo (temp-rah-nee-o), Garnacha (gar-notch-sha), and Monastrell (mon-ah-stray).

The most popular white variety is Albarino.

Ergo Tempranillo: From the Rioja (ree-oh-ha) region, this red has an opening of summer fruits, ripened and picked off the vine. On the palate the flavors are a touch of vanilla and a large dark cherry ending.

Sale price $12.99 Juan Gil Monastrell: This is my favorite red wine for the money in our store. It is wonderfully aromatic, mixing dark fruit with sweet spice, black pepper, and smoky oak. At this price, you won’t believe how delicious it is, how much you’ll enjoy it, and how quickly it will disappear. $16.99 Tres Picos Garnacha: Inky purple. Ripe black raspberry and cherry liqueur scents are brightened by zesty pepper and allspice nuances. It is plush and sweet, with powerful cherry and red berry compote flavors given lift by juicy acidity. It gains flesh and depth on the impressively long, spicy finish, which is given shape by fine-grained tannins. $17.99 Martin Codax: This refreshing, food-friendly white wine, Albariño, is crisp, elegant, and dry and has aromas and flavors of pear, passion fruit, and apple with bright acidity. $14.99 Tony Forest has been in the wine business for over 30 years and is the owner of Carriage House Wines in downtown Spartanburg. /CarriageHouse-Winesand-Wine-Bar Se

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At the Corner of I-85 & I-26 For Whom the School Tolls

By Steve Wong When the Dog Days of Summer catch up to us like a yellow mutt that smells take-home barbecue on your hands, we know school days are soon to follow. We sigh knowing and make that collective mental note “to get ready” because you can never really be prepared for back to school. Ready or not, school happens.

As an empty nester perched in northern Spartanburg County, in the peach orchards of Gramling, the back to school rush is but a fond memory. After several weeks of crazy beach trips and sweaty day camps, back to school meant back to normal. As public school kids in Inman, my son Adam and my daughter Allyn were like most students: going back to school brought new clothes, new classes, and routines we could count on. No more late nights or late mornings. No more idle hours of video gaming or pool watching. We would just set the clock for 6 a.m. and ride out the morning storm, knowing that at the appointed moment, the bell would ring and all was right in the world—for at least the rest of the workday.

For college kids, back to school was a lot different. It was back to freedom, late nights and late mornings. New vintage clothes, new classes, and routines I never even attempted to keep track of. I’m sure they never had any idle hours at USC Columbia or the College of Charleston to play games or sunbathe. Yet, somehow the home clock stayed set for 6 a.m., the morning storm downgraded to a category 2 rather than 4, and routine became, well, all-too achievable. Just for the hell of it, I really wouldn’t mind hearing a school bell once again.

In Spartanburg, we are now trying so very hard to brand ourselves as a college town, and well we should. After all, we have seven colleges in our midst. With that many young bucks and sweet young things, our streets should be bustling with daddy’s money and the vibrancy that comes with people who carry expensive smart phones that they refuse to talk on: why talk when you can text? It’s pretty predictable that places that sell pizza and beer will soon see an upswing in business.

As I look from the outside in at schools in Spartanburg, I feel okay.

I wish I felt great. I’m glad I don’t feel bad. I hear about improvements, such as kids getting iPads, which I think is wonderful. But when I hear national statistics and am reminded of how low the state ranks, I hang my head. Now that my kids have left the state, they complain a little about their educational opportunities, but not too much. With around 10,000 college kids and nearly 50,000 K through 12 graders in the county, I know that education is a big job and challenge for all of us to address. According to some Googled stats, 80.4% of the people in Spartanburg have a high school education; 20.4% have college degrees. You know you can flip those numbers around: two out of 10 people drop out of high school; only two out of 10 people have college degrees. How do you feel about those numbers?

I wish all the students and all the teachers in Spartanburg a wonderful back to school shopping spree at Wal-Mart. I’ll think of you as I have my second cup of coffee in the quiet morning and remember what it was once like to ride herd on sleepy students rushing off to beat the school bell.

Steve Wong is a writer, living in the peach orchards of Inman, a small town in northern Spartanburg County. He takes full responsibility for his views on life, and this magazine claims no responsibility whatsoever for his odd ideas. Constructive or not criticism can be emailed to Just4Wong@Gmail.com.

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Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens is a Spartanburg gem that has been restored to become an events facility and B&B. Once a thriving farm, the property was named Clevedale in the latter 19th century by Jesse Franklin Cleveland. He was a descendent of the clan that traces its roots to a tract of country in North Riding of Yorkshire, England, and which produced such notables as Moses Cleaveland, the founder of Cleveland, Ohio, and Steven Cleveland, better known by his middle name, Grover, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States.

The original dwelling, facing south toward Willis Road, was built in 1790. It was Jesse who, shortly before World War I, razed the structure and in 1913 erected the current house as a wedding gift for his son, Conrad Cleveland, later, senior, and his wife, Louise.

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tive of South Carolina, had a desire to own and operate a bed and breakfast and events venue since her collegiate days at the University of South Carolina, Columbia. That dream, shared by her husband, Paul, who hails from St. Louis, Missouri, has come to fulfillment in the Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens, situated a half mile from Warren H. Abernathy Boulevard, named for the state director for the late James Strom Thurmond, the long-serving United States Senator for South Carolina. Though bearing no relation, Paul and Pontheolla feel this fortuitous coincidence harbors an especial blessing on their venture.

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The house, of colonial design, is accented by stately pillars on the front porch. The outbuildings, especially the greenhouses, reflect the interests of Conrad Cleveland, Jr., who, among a variety of artistic avocational pursuits, was an avid horticulturalist. Conrad, Jr., claimed Clevedale as his home from the mid-1940s until his death in 1985, after which the Brown family took ownership.

In January 2012, Clevedale was purchased by Paul Roberts Abernathy and Pontheolla Mack Abernathy.

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Our Community

Meets Needs of Community churches and other organizations to help change the system instead of just putting a Band Aid fix on things.”

The idea for establishing a center to serve the Spartanburg School District 5 area was born in 1996 to address the fact that too many young girls were getting pregnant in high school and dropping out of school. At that time there were no programs in the area to meet the needs of young mothers.

Dr. Hanna Sahhar & Dr. Sami Rishmawi were medical team leaders at MTCC’s recent Vaccination Day for rising seventh graders in the District Five Area.

By Beverly Knight

When Wanda Fowler began teaching English at Boiling Springs High School in 1971, she discovered right away that her students had needs that went beyond the academic curriculum.

“They needed more than poetry, plays and writing,” Fowler says of the students in her English classroom. “If they had problems at home, they weren’t going to get everything I wanted them to learn from English, literature and life.”

Realizing that outside resources were not always available to address these needs frustrated her. That’s why, after 21 years teaching at Boiling Springs and five years at the University of South Carolina Spartanburg (now Upstate), she was intrigued by a grant proposal to establish a center that could address some of the problems that were keeping students from succeeding in school and in life.

For the past 15 years, as executive director of the Middle Tyger Community Center in Lyman, Fowler has watched it grow and become an asset to the entire community. “This Middle Tyger Community Center (MTCC) serves everybody,” Fowler says of the not-for-profit facility that now includes not only adolescent pregnancy prevention programs and comprehensive programs for pregnant and parenting adolescents and their babies, but also programs in family literacy, counseling health needs and crisis intervention.

A $4.7 million grant from the Mary Black Foundation covered five years of planning and a pilot program as well as three years of implementation. This was the largest investment made by a private foundation in the state’s history and made it possible for Spartanburg School District 5 to renovate a former elementary school building, hire a staff and launch the program in August 1998.

In the beginning, the center offered two programs – childcare for adolescent mothers and an after school program.

Later a GED program was added for mothers who had dropped out of school. That GED program has now grown to serve the entire county. The program has graduated more than 60 students each year for a number of years and has been recognized for having the highest number of GED recipients of all adult education sites in Spartanburg County.

Fowler credits the unique relationship between MTCC and the school district as a key to success. “We work like a hand in a glove with District 5,” she says of the comprehensive family resource center that averages 2,600 individuals each month that visit the center for services that include adult education, counseling, crisis intervention, ESOL classes and the Adolescent Family Life Program.

Numbers support the fact that MTCC is producing results: 90 percent of girls in the program have graduated or stayed in school, 98 percent did not experience a repeat pregnancy, Photography Provided By Middle Tyger Community Center

“People tend to think that not- for- profit organizations only serve the illiterate and poverty stricken,” Fowler says of the task that the MTCC staff has undertaken to change that mindset. “There are times in our lives when we need help from others, times when we can help others. We have the resources to provide that help. It’s our goal to work with Children enrolled in “This Is My Child” childcare learn about fire safety.

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100 percent of births to girls in the program were healthy births and 100 percent of the babies have been immunized. On a yearly basis, the programs, services and activities provide assistance to over 15,000 children and families. Those numbers, though, are just a part of the success story.

“Some people think that those who come to us just want help, that they don’t want to help themselves,” Fowler says of the staff’s commitment to changing lives. “What we’ve found is that they have to be worked with enough times so that they learn to help themselves. With every touch, we talk about what their challenges are and how they can work to overcome those challenges. As a society we can’t expect immediate results, but we have seen our programs make a real difference for individuals and the entire community.”

Fowler credits MTCC’s success to the “quality, dedicated staff who have a passion for serving others and helping students achieve their educational goals so that they have choices.” But the center depends not only on staff but also on the 1,250 volunteer hours given each year and in-kind donations with a cash value of close to $100,000. These gifts of time and resources have become even more valuable during the past six years as grants and donations have dwindled as a result of the economy.

Though no programs have been cut, loss of funding has necessitated staff reduction.

When school opens in the fall, MTCC will once again provide support programs. Child care will be available for adolescent mothers and parenting classes will begin. Day classes in the GED program will start August 19 and night classes September 5. The center is always in need of school supplies and welcomes donations. Anyone with questions is encouraged to call the center at (864) 439-7760 for information.

In September, Wanda Fowler will be leaving her position as MTCC’s executive director, retiring after 42 years in education, but she leaves knowing that the center is thriving and that a similar program has been launched in Spartanburg School District 2.

Fowler’s dream is that the programs which have proved so successful that MTCC has now run out of space will spread to all the school districts in Spartanburg County.

Executive Director, Wanda Fowler, with an infant enrolled in “This Is My Child”

Middle Tyger Community Center 84 Groce Road Lyman, SC 29365 GED Day Classes, Aug. 19 GED Night Classes, Sept. 5 Child Find, a free developmental screening for children that live in District Five and are between the ages of 2 and 4 with suspected signs of developmental delay, Sept. 14 Donations of school supplies are requested.

Byrnes High School students support MTCC through various projects.

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Boiling Springs:

Where Small Business Matters

By Doug Gregory, Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce

According to historical narrative, the area became known as Boiling Springs because of a small spring that actually appeared as if it were boiling and would occasionally shoot water into the air. Since water is a fundamental element of creation myths and stories for many cultures around the world, it is natural to draw a comparison to the restorative power of the area’s natural spring to the invigorating atmosphere that Boiling Springs provides to local residents and businesses.

Discretely located at the corner of McMillian Boulevard and Highway 9, the land surrounding the original spring was commercially developed and the springs ceased to boil. Through the efforts of local citizens the spring was cleaned and dug out, and a small park built with benches, flags, and memorials; the spring began to boil again.

Likewise, the once rural area of farms and pastureland has seen a reawakening - developing into a community with a unique balance between small business, education, and recreation, providing a stable environment for all three.

Although the official boundaries of Boiling Springs are more limited, the corridor running up SC Highway 9 from Interstate 85 to Boiling Springs Memorial Gardens is more generally considered the Boiling Springs area. Anchored by the Interstate on one end and several big box stores on the other end, this heavily Se

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traveled stretch of highway has given growth to a substantial number of businesses over the last decade. In more recent years the area has seen the development of a rural landscape into residential communities supporting a variety of housing options. In turn, businesses were established to serve the personal needs of the growing population of local residents – from restaurants and grocery stores, to automotive and health care establishments.

According to a recent article by Stacy Mitchell for grist.org, “Cities where small, locally owned businesses account for a relatively large share of the economy have stronger social networks, more engaged citizens, and better success solving problems, according to several recently published studies.” While Boiling Springs has its share of big box and national chain stores, the greater concentration of businesses are comprised of smaller and locally owned operations. Accordingly, civic engagement is evident in many aspects of the community – from an active and engaged Boiling Springs Area Council of the Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce, to citizen action groups like the one formed to establish a local park.

As businesses become established they need access to a properly educated and skilled workforce; they can only achieve this goal by supporting a quality educational system. Boiling Springs is

The area’s arts and recreational opportunities are a vital part of the overall business climate in Boiling Springs.

These opportunities provide a desired quality of life and help keep talented and educated employees in the area. In addition to activities and programs offered by the Boiling Springs Branch of the Spartanburg County Library, a multitude of cultural options are available through local churches, the school system, nearby communities, colleges and universities and a vibrant arts community in Spartanburg. Spartanburg County Parks is proactively supporting community recreational opportunities: Va-Du-Mar McMillan Regional Park construction started in 2005 and the park will be added to over the next five years; North Spartanburg Sports Complex was renovated during the summer of 2012 to accommodate growth and future potential. Many other avenues for recreation and outdoor activities are available in the area.

Characteristics of a local business climate most valued by small-business owners are: community support, people working together, a strong customer base,

constant growth/ expansion, a close-knit community, opportunity/potential, diversity/variety, and quality of life, according to the National Federation of Independent Business (NIFB).

“Although Boiling Springs remains a small community, I have seen its gradual turn toward becoming the Heart of the Upstate!” says Roberta Thomas of Sherman College of Chiropractic and active Area Council Member. Boiling Springs provides the ideal setting for business success: a strong quality of life, an educated and available workforce, rural community friendliness, simplicity, and progressive thinking.

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located in District 2 of the Spartanburg County School System. It is a growing and progressive school district where the schools have performed well on the state report cards as well as on other indicators of academic success. Additionally, seven colleges and universities are located in Spartanburg County with everything from technical to advanced degrees possible.

Photography Provided By Doug Gregory

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Community Safety

Back to School and Back to Basics

By Chief Jim Redd-Tyger River FD

As the kids head back to school they will learn many educational basics, including safety principles of all kinds. For year’s fire safety programs have been a part of the curriculum. Many of you reading this article learned to “Stop, Drop and Roll” in school. This particular program began in the early Chief Jim Redd-Tyger River FD 1970’s and research has proven that between 1970 and 1999 the number of thermal burn deaths decreased from 60 in 1970 to as few as 3 annually in 1999; these programs are extremely effective tools.

However, there are safety practices that are specific to your family and should be taught in the home.

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When the smoke detector goes off, everyone should begin looking for a way out. Your plan should include 2 ways out of every room.

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Show kids how to check the door for heat; if it is hot or there is smoke coming through it they should use their second way out (usually a window), even if the door is cool they should open it carefully and if they see smoke, cover their faces and get low to the ground and get out of the house.

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Have a meeting place outside that is a safe distance from the fire. Family members should gather here and wait for everyone to get out of the house. No one should go back into the house for any reason.

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Designate one person to make the call to 911

Here are some basics you should know to help protect your family and your property from fire. Smoke Detectors are a fire safety essential and should be located in all bedrooms as well as throughout the house. They should be tested monthly, and it is recommended that you change the batteries when you “change the clocks” for daylight savings time. Keeping these detectors maintained could make all the difference in a fire. Along with smoke detectors every home should have a fire extinguisher kept in the kitchen. Your family members need to know the proper way to use it; you can contact your local fire department for instructions. It is also important for children of all ages to know how to dial 911 and provide dispatch with their name and address. This is especially important since most homes no longer have a land line and cell phones cannot give exact locations, they can be as much as 1-3 miles off, so an address is crucial to getting emergency services there quickly.

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Then practice, practice, practice so your family will be ready in an emergency.

One of the most important fire safety practices is to have a family escape plan.

If a fire were to start in your home, your family needs to KNOW what to do.

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What Schools Are Doing Protect Your Child

By Sharell Johnson

assisted or a self-service process. When visitors, faculty and staff, enter the building they must scan their IDs so that the school can be aware of any important information, such whether the person is a sex offender or has a criminal record. The system allows the school to track when a visitor, volunteer and even a vendor enters the campus. The system also tracks when the person leaves and records how many total hours the person stayed on campus.

When parents send their children off to school, their hope is that their child will be safe from harm and danger. After the Sandy Hook tragedy, parents’ worst nightmare is that their child’s school could be next. The job of parents, adults and the community at large is to protect children the best that they can, and Spartanburg School District Seven’s Pine Street Elementary School is doing just that.

One of the school’s beliefs is that a “safe and supportive school environment promotes learning.”

As the oldest school in Spartanburg, Pine Street Elementary holds true to its values and beliefs by always keeping the children’s safety in mind.

Vice Principal Regnier concluded, “We recognize the challenges that are out there, but what matters most is the safety of our children.”

Vice Principal Dennis Regnier spoke confidently about the school’s safety procedures. “We want to ensure that our students are getting in and out of school safely doing school hours,” Regnier said. He talked openly about the importance of the school’s resource officer, saying, “We have a great partnership with the city of Spartanburg police department.” Regnier explained that a resource officer is present during morning dropoffs, school hours and school pick-ups as well. The teachers and the principals get into the action too.

Teachers walk the smaller children to their buses and/or parent’s vehicle while the older children are supervised by other teachers and the principal. To get the students involved, fourth and fifth graders are assigned to safety patrol to help the younger children enter and exit the building safety.

Principal Anne Chapman Jeter elaborated on the school’s safety actions. “We now have a new system called SCHOOL CHECK IN. This system is District-wide and it helps protect our students from unwanted visitors,” Jeter explained, adding that SCHOOL CHECK IN is a school visitor check-in system software application that can run as either an SPARTANBURGEVERYDAY.COM •

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By Cody H. Owens

Challenge yourself to navigate Spartanburg without passing an institution of higher learning. (Hint: you may want to leave the house early.)

Situated along your cruise through the city are eight universities. But Spartanburg isn’t just a college town, it is the college town in South Carolina. With around 15,000 students in collective enrollment, Spartanburg has the highest college student population per capita of any major city in the state.

That’s a lot of Ramen noodles and student loans.

Despite archetypal associations with college debt, the congregation of such brainpower has been a huge economic driver for the city. However, former mayor Bill Barnet seized the opportunity to capitalize on the student populace for much more than economic progress. In 2003, Barnet initiated the College Town Consortium, a not-for-profit collaboration to help students give back to their community. Six universities entered the program--Converse College, Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg Community College, Spartanburg Methodist College, University of South Carolina Upstate, and Wofford College--and have since been joined by Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM). The only uninvolved institution of higher learning is private forprofit Virginia College.

Thanks to the movies, the phrase “college town” may conjure images of rampant young adults with empty bottles, but the College Town Service Initiative (CSI) is anything but that. The purpose of the initiative is to create educational, social, and service opportunities to the vast number of students who live, work, and study in the Upstate area. The program encourages students to give back, and also serves as a “springboard for interaction” amongst the colleges, says CSI Coordinator Rogers Brandt. The consortium is essentially a win-win-win situation for all.

While each unique university engages in community service, CSI brings them together for a broader collective reach. Often, hundreds of students convene and intermingle for 3-4 hours of service at 20 or more agencies all at the same time-a welcome distraction from hitting the books. Some of the agencies have included Christmas in Action Spartanburg, Clifton Cemetery, Miracle Hill Ministries, and many more.

In spring of the last academic year, a college paint party was planned to alleviate hunger by charging canned goods for admission, but unfortunately inclement weather turned washoff paint into a paint party washout.

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While the main focus of CSI is to serve Spartanburg, it serves the students involved as well. USC Upstate Student Life’s Assistant Director of Campus Programs Kara Ferguson says CSI gives students safe opportunities to “meet new individuals and learn more about the Spartanburg community either through service or through positive social interaction.” Each year, it features College Fest, a concert-festival event to unite college students in downtown Spartanburg.

As always, it will provide free activities to students as well as food, the college kid kryptonite. Friday, September 13 is the official date for College Fest 2013.

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Though CSI Coordinator Rogers Brandt orchestrates events and facilitates communication between the participating universities, CSI is headed by a different chairperson each year, beginning the terms in January. The current chairman is Dr. Timothy J. Kowalski, D.O., FACN, Vice Dean of VCOM. Rotation of chairpersons allows each university the opportunity for involvement in leading CSI. The next representative will be Dr. Elizabeth Fleming, president of Converse College.

Though chairs alternate yearly, Kowalski says that Brandt serves as the “executive director” who remains constant throughout the rotations. The consortium is funded by the individual colleges as well as by the city. Each university pays equal dues to power the initiative. Spartanburg City Council, which Brandt says is also considered a member of CSI, makes contributions as well.

In retrospect, instead of challenging yourself to avoid the multitude of universities on your morning commute... drive by them.

You may not be a student, but they’re still doing their best to serve you. No tuition required.

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Faith DeFairia never dreamed that getting laid off from the corporate world would turn into a blessing in disguise. After her departure from the corporate world in Richmond, Virginia, she knew it was the time to embark on a new adventure. After 13 years in the fashion industry, Faith, the owner of Glam Fashion Boutique, has achieved her dream of bringing family and fashion together in the small town of Spartanburg.

Faith started her fashion vision online, and after two years of success, she felt it was time to pursue her true dream of having her own store front. After a yearlong search, Glam found its home at 100 Burton St. Fashionistas in Spartanburg will always feel like family in the shop that has worked with reality stars such as “Sassy” of VH1’s Black Ink Crew. The boutique is famous for its trendy and affordable fashions.

Faith says, “Glam values the customer, because we have been you--the constant seeker of what’s on the rise, the one who knows that overdressing is always better than underdressing, the faithful bargain hunter, the nonstop receiver of fashion followers’ favorite question: ‘Where did you get that?’ We are Glam Fashion, and your passion is ours.”--Faith DeFairia Ladies, if you are planning your next shopping excursion and haven’t been by to see the cutting edge couture, don’t miss the latest in fashion exploding in Spartanburg!

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Vintage Drift is an upscale resale store geared toward teenagers and young adults. Family owned and operated with a strong Christian faith, Vintage Drift strives to be a ministry to its community. We offer upscale, name brand clothing such as American Eagle, Hollister, Abercrombie & Fitch, Ralph Lauren and many more. Vintage Drift offers up to 70% off retail prices!

We purchase your gently used clothing with the option of cash or an in-store credit. Customers can feel free to browse the vast selection of clothing for a new outfit while we look through your items.

Along with consigning high end bags such as Coach and Louis Vuitton, Vintage Drift also offers a variety of new pocketbooks. We have unique, locally made jewelry, initialed jewelry and inspirational t-shirts and accessories.

So the next time you need a wonderful gift idea, please stop by.

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Fall 2013 fashion trends are all about showcasing your inner boldness. The top five most popular ways this will be done this upcoming school year are; 80’s throwbacks, neon, prints, blazers, and bold jewelry. While 80’s fashion never truly went away, it will surely be a large inspiration this upcoming school year. Though slightly smaller, puffy sleeves have already appeared with small floral prints and the ever-popular distressed leather jacket from Photography By Carlos Causillas this decade. Neon will be making a step into the spotlight this season in all forms. Taking a neon pair of pants and matching with a pastel will be a new twist appearing in your school hallways. The common print and neon pairing will not be completely gone, although the prints will be on a much larger scale. Mixing prints together and adding a splash of neon is a trend that will be hitting the streets of Spartanburg and Boiling Springs hard this fall. One way for a more conservative turn on prints is to pair them with a blazer. This could either be your splash of neon color or a way to cover up a busy print in a way that is cute but still daring. The final major trend this upcoming school year will be to pair an outfit with a piece of bold statement jewelry. Ranging from large pearls to studded bracelet cuffs, statement jewelry is one of the best ways to show your personality to the people around you as well as take an outfit to the next level. This season will be, after all, completely about expressing who you are as a stylist in new and bold ways.

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Tickled Pink A Children’s Boutique Tickled Pink is a children’s boutique specializing in unique clothing and gift items. Brand name girls and boys fall fashion such as Mallory May, Peaches n’ Cream, Molly Millie, Bailey Boys, Owls and Bats , Kissy Kissy and others are now available in sizes birth -14 for girls and birth-8 for boys. Find the perfect shoes in all colors and sizes to accent any fashion selection.

We have a wonderful selection of hair bows, shoes, tights, and baby gifts. We offer free gift wrapping, monogramming, layaway and a very special baby registry with a great gift just for registering. If we don’t have what you are looking for we will do our very best to get it quickly.

We are a small local mom owned business and strive for exceptional customer service. Tickled Pink is located in Boiling Springs at 1398 Boiling Springs Rd. Visit us soon for all your children’s wants and needs. Call us at 578-0705, or visit our facbook page for the latest arrivals and last minute specials.

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COLORS

Reaching Children After School Through Art

By Steve Wong

When it’s time for the kids to go to school, there are many questions that need to be answered, such as… what to wear on the first day… how many notebooks to buy… and what will the kids do after school. It is that “after school” question that has stumped many a working parent, causing everything from hiring nannies, to working part-time, to giving the kids a key to front door and setting the parental controls on the cable TV. Twenty years ago, this problem was recognized by Laura Pinkley, a local artist, who at the time was a college student. She had read about a program in the slums of Harlem, New York, that allowed kids to come in off the streets into an art studio, where they could paint in the safety of a supervised environment. She saw the beauty of using art to help cure a social ill. She was so inspired that she quickly packed up, went to Harlem, and spent a summer in a makeshift internship, where she learned all she could about the program. She brought back to Spartanburg what she learned in Harlem, and with it and the assistance of another local artist, Thomas Parham, she created COLORS. For the past 20 years, COLORS has allowed thousands of at-risk school children into its studio after school. Unlike the Harlem program, COLORS affords children nearly every conceivable form of art—not just painting. They can work with clay, pastels, oil, collage, colored pencils, and charcoal to name a few. There is no cost to the kids or their families. The whole project is under the administrative wing of Spartanburg Art Museum, which is one of the Partners at Chapman Cultural Center. It is estimated that more than 5,000 children have been in COLORS. It costs about $70,000 a year to keep the paint from drying up.

And, if you do the math, it becomes obvious there is a great need to help this nonprofit enterprise.

This year, COLORS is celebrating “20 COLORful Years” of service to the Spartanburg community. In June and July, Spartanburg Art Museum hosted an extensive exhibit of the children’s works. As you might expect, there were flowers and butterflies, blue skies and white clouds—classic kid art you might find on any family’s refrigerator door. However, there were more—pictures of life’s darker sides—pictures of old men holding bottles of booze, pictures of children crying, pictures of adults crying, pictures that reflect the true nature of what the kids see everyday in Spartanburg.

But 20 years can be a long time for some people, enough time for children to grow up and become adults. Today, some of the children who help start COLORS have grown up and become, among other things, professional artists, and in many cases they credit COLORS for giving them the chance and encouragement to embrace their creativity and to use it as their chosen professions.

Not all kids can to go COLORS. Because the program is federally funded, the child must be classified as “at-risk” and the family is restricted to “low to moderate income.”

Before child can be cleared for entrance, the paperwork provided to the program by the City of Spartanburgmust be completed. But what started out as a single small studio in the old Art Center on Spring Street has grown into 11 sites scattered throughout the county at churches and community centers. Today, the main studio is at Chapman Cultural Center, open year-round Monday through Thursday, 3-6 p.m.

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COLORS is one of Spartanburg’s most successful outreach programs, having received national recognition (cited in Time magazine) and hung artwork in the White House. But it is the daily victories—one child at a time— of making a difference in the lives of children that sustained the program.

To find out more about COLORS, please call (864) 582-7616.

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Like a Good Neighbor 7 Ways to Save More for College

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Renegotiate with credit card companies for lower rates. Some credit card companies charge cardholders excessive interest rates.

And if you have a history of bad credit, rates can shoot up dramatically. Only keep cards that have a low APR (annual percentage rate) and refrain from using your higher-rate cards. Sometimes you can renegotiate with the credit card companies to reduce your current interest rate.

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Pay with cash or debit card. The less you carry on your credit cards, the better. Avoid adding more debt to your existing cards. If you don’t have the cash or a debit card, think twice about purchasing something you don’t absolutely need.

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Scale back discretionary spending. Make a list of your monthly expenses. Review everything from your cable package to your cell phone plan. Don’t renew magazines you hardly read. Consider eating out less frequently, and pack a lunch to take to work.

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Keep a log of monthly expenses. Input all your bills on a spreadsheet or list them in a ledger. It’s a great way to keep track of your spending habits and maintain a family budget. There are also many websites (such as Mint or BillShrink) that can help you save money or assist with personal finances.

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Use public transportation instead of driving. Gas is really expensive these days. Websites such as GasBuddy can find you the lowest gas prices in your area. Or consider taking the train or bus to work instead.

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Ride a bike on the weekend. Bike riding is great exercise and saves wear and tear on your vehicle.

By Kim Ryan As every parent knows, saving for a college education has gotten more challenging. The cost of college has grown by leaps and bounds in recent decades. According to an article in Forbes, if the cost of college tuition was $10,000 in 1986, it would now cost the same student $59,800 or over 2½ times the inflation rate.

This spike in college costs is even more jarring when compared with recent data on household debt. A recent Reuters article reports that U.S. household debt showed its biggest increase since 2008. Since the 2007 recession, many families have struggled with economic uncertainty and a reduced safety net. Consequently, many families worry about how they will pay for their children’s college education.

The Benefits of Higher Education In today’s highly competitive job market, a college education is a necessity.

A college degree increases one’s earning power significantly over a lifetime. One recent study at Georgetown University concluded that college graduates earn 84 percent more during their lifetime than students who only finish high school.

What Are My College Funding Options?

Traditionally, grants and scholarships opened the doors to a college education. Stafford loans, Perkins loans, and PLUS loans may give families additional flexibility. But while grants and scholarships do not have to be repaid, student loans do. One way to avoid taking out loans and remain debt-free is to start saving for college as early as possible. The sooner you start, the more time your money will have to grow.

It’s Never Too Early to Start Saving Here are a few popular ways to get a head start on saving for college: •

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529 Plans. Section 529 (b) of the Internal Revenue Code allows for “qualified tuition programs” to help offset future college costs. A 529 college savings plan or 529 prepaid tuition plan lets you put aside funds for any eligible U.S. higher-education institution. These plans allow more significant contribution amounts than most other options and you maintain control of the assets.

Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA). A Coverdell ESA is a trust or custodial account that allows you to set aside up to $2,000 per year (from birth to the child’s 18th birthday) for any educational expenses. Assets in the account must be used by the time the beneficiary turns 30 (with a few exceptions), but you maintain control of the account.

UGMA and UTMA Accounts. You can also set up a college account for your child under the Uniform Gift to Minors Act (UGMA) or the Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (UTMA). Although federal gift tax will apply to contributions over a certain amount, there are essentially no contribution limits. Assets can be used for any reason at any time for the benefit of the named beneficiary and the beneficiary gains control of the assets at the age of maturity (18 to 21 years old, depending on the state).

Lower Your Debt and Save More Many parents find saving for college challenging, between childcare expenses, food, clothing that’s constantly being outgrown, lessons, and the occasional vacation. But according to a recent CNN Money article, making a few small adjustments can go a long way towards lowering household debt and putting family finances on a more solid foundation. Here are seven ways to find funds for college: 1.

Pay off high-interest credit cards first. If you only pay the minimum monthly amount on your credit cards, you are being charged high-in-

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Just enacting some of these simple suggestions can save you money.

And this found cash could help you finance your child’s educational future – which would be money well spent.

The information in this article was obtained from various sources.

While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information. These suggestions are not a complete list of every loss control measure. The information is not intended to replace manuals or instructions provided by the manufacturer or the advice of a qualified professional. Nor is it intended to effect coverage under any policy. State Farm makes no guarantee of the results from use of this information. We assume no liability in connection with the information nor the suggestions made.

Before investing in a 529 plan, consider the plan’s investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses. Contact the plan issuer for an official statement containing this and other information. Read it carefully.

An investor should consider, before investing, whether the investor’s or designated beneficiary’s home state offers any state tax or other benefits that are only available for investments in such state’s qualified tuition program.

Investing involves risk, including potential for loss.

Neither State Farm nor its agents provide tax or legal advice. Please consult your own tax or legal adviser regarding your specific circumstances.

Diversification and asset allocation do not assure a profit or protect against loss. Foreign investments involve greater risks than U.S. investments, including political and economic risks and the risk of currency fluctuations. Bonds are subject to interest rate risk and may decline in value due to an increase in interest rates. The S&P 500® Index tracks the common stock performance of 500 large U.S. companies.

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Avoiding Allergens Are allergies and asthma making you and your family miserable?

At Spartanburg & Greer ENT, we believe that an important part of treatment is avoiding the allergens that cause your allergy symptoms.

Begin by incorporating one or two suggestions at a time. The more you do to limit your exposure to these allergens, the better you will begin to feel.

Providers at the Allergy Center of Spartanburg & GreerENT

Dust mites are one component of house dust. They thrive in environments that are comfortable for humans. They feed on dead skin cells.

Pollen comes from the microscopic male cells of flowering plants such as trees, grasses, and weeds.

To help avoid pollen: • Stay indoors on hot, dry, windy days, especially when the pollen count is high.

• Keep windows closed in your home and car.

• Change clothes and shower after spending time outdoors.

• Rinse nose with a saline irrigation.

• Use a HEPA filter in air conditioning systems or a portable HEPA filtration system in your bedroom.

Mold is present both indoors and outdoors where water tends to collect and produces spores which become airborne. Mold allergies are more prevalent with increased moisture.

To help avoid mold: • Clean visible mold with a bleach solution.

• Use a dehumidifier in damp areas of the home.

• Open a window or run a fan while bathing or showering.

• Fix any leaks from roof, pipes, or faucets.

• Avoid gardening and raking leaves.

To help avoid dust and mites: • Encase pillows and mattresses in allergenproof covers.

• Wash linens in hot water (130°F) weekly.

• Remove carpet from your home, if possible.

• Use HEPA filter in vacuum. Dust with a damp cloth and vacuum your home weekly.

• Limit items in your home that collect dust.

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To help avoid animal allergens: • Keep animals outdoors, if possible.

• Keep animals out of your bedroom and off furniture.

• Bathe indoor pets weekly.

• Wash your hands after handling animals.

• Use a HEPA filter in air conditioning unit.

The Allergy Center of Spartanburg & Greer ENT currently offers allergy testing, allergy injections, and sublingual therapy. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call (864)278-1447, email allergy@spartanburgent. com or check out our website at www.spartanburgent.com.

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The first day of school is approaching fast, so please ask us how you can help!

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Basic Package

Premium Package

• Standard Plastic Lenses

• in and Lightweight Lenses

Package Includes:

Recommendation based off your prescription

• 100% UV Protection

Protect yourself from damaging UV rays

• Transition Light Control Lenses

Allows your lenses to adjust to a sun lens outdoors and clear lenses indoors

• Non-Glare

Reduces glare and can enhance your virtual clarity especially for night driving

Package Includes:

Recommendation based off your prescription

• 100% UV Protection

Protect yourself from damaging UV rays

• Transition Light Control Lenses

Allows your lenses to adjust to a sun lens outdoors and clear lenses indoors

• Non-Glare

Reduces glare and can enhance your virtual clarity especially for night driving

Ultimate Package Package Includes:

• innest Lenses

Recommendation based off your prescription

• Polished Edges

Gives your lenses a nished jewel-like appearance

• 100% UV Protection

Protect yourself from damaging UV rays

• Transition Light Control Lenses

Allows your lenses to adjust to a sun lens outdoors and clear lenses indoors

Our Services...

Dental Treatment for kids ages 1-17 Infant Oral Exams/Consultations Mouth Guards For Sports Limited Orthodontics and Specialty Appliances

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm Friday - 8am-2pm

Check us out on Facebook! info@spartanburgpediatric.com 1575 Skylyn Drive Spartanburg, 29307

864-699-9193

What We’re All About

Getting back to his roots, Dr. Birch has returned to his hometown of Spartanburg to open his own Pediatric Dental office. He and his staff have been caring for the needs of children in the area since opening his office in January of 2010. At Spartanburg Pediatirc Dentistry we care about your child. Dr. Birch and his staff are committed to helping your child feel comfortable and relaxed while meeting each individual’s dental needs. Dr. Birch even brings his dogs, Yazzy and Taco, to the office

to cheer the kids on after their dental treatment. Even if it’s just to say hello from afar, it’s a fun twist to a normal dental appointment. Yazzy and Taco can’t wait to see your beautiful smile!

Spartanburg Pediatric Dentistry has grown with the community as well as at home. Dr. Birch and his wife, Dr. Amy Birch, were so excited to welcome their little boy, Charlie, this past year. Come and meet our family, we would love to take care of your dental needs!

Taco & Yazzy are Ready for School