March 2014
The Greater Raleigh Court Civic League
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Celebrating 35 Years of Service to Our Neighborhood
Planning Begins for Renovated Raleigh Court Library Raleigh Court will have a bigger, better library within the next 18 months. Dreams started becoming reality at the GRCCL’s January 9 meeting given over to a community briefing on what the new library could be. Roanoke City Libraries Director Sheila Umberger, City Engineer Charlie Anderson, and Peter Bolek of HBM, the Cleveland, Ohio, architectural firm hired to design the renovation and expansion of the Raleigh Court Branch Library, gave a glimpse at what modern libraries look like and how they function, then asked for feedback on what neighborhood library users want. Bolek showed examples of other libraries his firm has designed, including Roanoke County’s new South County branch as well as the Vinton branch and the Glenvar library. Based on audience responses, several themes emerged: • Light • Open spaces • Dedicated teen spaces • Community spaces • Collaborative work spaces
• A café • Meeting rooms A second input session on February 11 attracted a sizeable crowd of library users who had an opportunity to respond to a preliminary floor plan which showed a 5,000 square foot expansion taking the building to within 10 to 15 feet of Grandin Road and almost doubling the floor space. The drawings also showed a doubling of the existing parking lot, allowing for a total of 40 vehicles – all restricted to library patrons. After Bolek’s presentation of the preliminary plan, the audience divided into smaller groups to get a hands-on look at the drawings with an invitation to mark them up, critique them, and make suggestions for moving, adding, or eliminating elements. Some 50 Patrick Henry High School students participated in a similar exercise earlier in the day. Responses from both workshops will be considered and those that seem viable to the architects and staff will be incorporated into a second draft which will be unveiled at another feedback session at the library April 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Construction is set to begin this October, after the downtown library re-opens after its renovation, and take 10 to 12 months. The branch will be closed during that time. The current library was built in the 1960s and expanded in the 1980s. As one of the most heavily used branches in the city’s library system, it has become crowded and worse for wear, and parking has long been an issue.
City Council Candidate Forum March 13 The Greater Raleigh Court Civic League will sponsor a forum for Roanoke City Council candidates at its March 13 meeting at 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Christ Lutheran Church at Brandon and Grandin. WSLS newsman John Carlin will moderate, as he has in previous civic league-sponsored candidate fora. The public is invited to attend. As this newsletter went to press in mid-February, the following nine candidates had registered for the May 6 election to fill three city council seats. (continued on page 5)
Inside This Issue
President’s Message............................................................................................3 Kids Dig Veggies at School.................................................................................4 New Restaurant Opens......................................................................................6 Women-Owned Businesses.................................................................................8 New Book by GRC Author..............................................................................10
Meeting Reminder GRCCL City Council Candidate Forum March 13, 2014 | 7 p.m. Christ Lutheran Church
Your Civic League Officers and Committee Chairs 2013-14 OFFICERS President: Jake Gilmer jake.gilmer@gmail.com
Adopt-a-Highway: Stacey Lam lam324fam@gmail.com
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Program: Parke Loesel JKPLoesel@aol.com
Treasurer: Chad Braby – Interim chadbraby12@gmail.com Recording Secretary: Vacant DIRECTORS AT LARGE Parke Loesel JKPLoesel@aol.com Susan Marney semarney@yahoo.com Jenny Prickitt antiquesbuyjenny@aol.com Brenda McDaniel bmcdaniel19@cox.net Matt Pritts pritts@woodsrogers.com Roberta (Robbie) Zarske bluesky5519@aol.com IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Chad Braby chadbraby12@gmail.com COMMITTEE CHAIRS Membership: Vacant
Newsletter Editor: Brenda McDaniel bmcdaniel19@cox.net
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From the President
• Initiatives to encourage preventative health care and encourage active living.
By Jake Gilmer
As we inch closer to the end of winter, many of us start to imagine the possibilities of the spring; a time of new beginnings and getting things done. For me, this is also an ideal time to consider the direction of our great city. What have we accomplished and what are the key issues, investments, and opportunities that are ahead? These are some of the important considerations that we will make in selecting our leaders in the upcoming City Council election. That’s right, on May 6, 2014, there is a City Council election for three open seats. In order to help inform our residents and the entire city, the Greater Raleigh Court Civic League is proud to host the City’s first Council Candidate Forum at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 13. We have invited all registered candidates to take part in the forum, including Hank Benson, Bill Bestpitch, Freeda Cathcart, Ray Ferris, Valerie Garner, Jim Garrett, Roger Malouf, David Trinkle and Linda Wyatt. The forum will be moderated by none other than John Carlin, news anchor with WSLS Channel 10 and will be held at the Christ Lutheran Church at 2011 Brandon Avenue. In holding this forum, we hope to explore both current and emerging issues for our neighborhood and City. Below is a list of some of the issues that the Civic League would like to hear the candidates address. • The Roanoke Public Library Strategic Plan and the renovation to the Raleigh Court Branch. • The Roanoke Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update and the construction of a skate park and other facilities for teens and young adults. • School funding and programs, as well as the future use of the former Raleigh Court Elementary property. • Public safety and neighborhood crime prevention, especially property crimes and loitering. • Federal stormwater requirements and the City’s stormwater utility fee. • The future development of Countryside and Evans Springs areas. • Initiatives to address poverty and access to opportunity. • City investment to support economic development and jobs. • Expansion or elimination of City services.
Please make plans to attend the March 13 forum and bring some additional questions that you would like to pose to the candidates.
Earth Day Festival Set for April 26 Raleigh Court will celebrate Earth Day on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a festival in Grandin Village featuring 75 exhibitors sharing green ideas for the community and home. Demonstrations will feature creative recycling, rain barrel making, home energy efficiency, gardening, tree care, bee keeping, chickens, local farmers, educators, and businesses with green products. Other highlights will include crafters, children’s activities, food and live music. Find exhibitor information and registration forms and volunteer sign up at www.earthdayroanoke.com. Or contact Bill Modica at 387- 2782, modicabill2@aol. com, for registration information, and Polly Branch, 598-1118 acornbranch64@aol.com for volunteer and activities.
Youth Peace Summit April 5 Plowshare Peace Center will hold its second annual Youth Peace Summit Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church on Grandin Road. The free event, billed as “a free day of inspiration for ages 12 -19,” will include workshops on peace, art, justice, and empowerment, as well as breakfast, lunch, music and entertainment. Youth organizers have planned workshop topics with local teachers and facilitators, including Qigong exercises, conflict resolution, repurposed art, social media activities, and diversity. Adult and teen volunteers are welcome to help during the day. A registration form and details are at www.plowshareva. org, Facebook or contact Polly Branch, 598-1118 or acornbranch64@aol.com.
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Two Raleigh Court Schools In On Healthy Food Program Kids won’t eat kale. Everybody knows that. Everybody except a whole lot of Roanoke City second graders, their teachers, parents, and Heather Quintana, a certified holistic health coach and certified food educator, who has been introducing city elementary school students to vegetables and healthy eating for the past five years through her program Happy Healthy Cooks. Quintana, a Raleigh Court resident, learned through experience with her own young sons, that “kids will eat almost anything if they have a hand in preparing it.” She admits that realization was shocking at first, but she proves her theory every week in four city elementary schools and four Head Start locations. This semester (with 50 volunteers) she is working with second graders at Wasena, Grandin Court, Hurt Park, and Lincoln Terrace.
Wasena second-grader Molly McConnell gets up close and person with a piece of mint.
and observe the “No Yuck Rule.” No one is allowed to say the word yuck or anything negative about how the food looks, tastes, or smells. Minus these negative vibes, most children will try the new dish and most actually like it. In addition to the food, children also learn about the culture of the country of origin. The program also supports many second grade reading, writing, math, and science SOLS. Quintana says the best thing about the program is the effect it has not only on the children involved, but their parents, teachers, principals, the volunteers. All are starting to eat more healthfully. One parent told Quintana, “We have changed our eating habits at home because of Happy Healthy Cooks. The kids are more aware of what they eat and how it’s prepared. They also help me with shopping, picking out healthy items from the produce section instead of always wanting pizza.” “It’s like a mini revolution,” Quintana says.
Program volunteer, Ginger Perkins watches Kobe Span mix ingredients
Along about 11 a.m. she and her cadre of volunteers roll into an appointed school and unload bins of fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes, and grains donated by the Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op for the day’s cooking/ eating lesson. While the program does not promote a vegetarian diet, it brings in no animal products, for two reasons, First, Quintana says, is the food safety issue of dealing with meat, dairy, and eggs. Second, she notes, “We don’t need to teach kids to eat more meat.” With the help of volunteers, children learn to smell, chop, and taste a wide array of healthful ingredients, such as kale, tomatoes, garlic, escarole, onions, celery, parsley, cilantro, black beans, whole wheat pasta. After the hands-on work of helping prepare the food, children are ready to try it – if they choose to and usually they want to, especially after watching their friends do it. While they are not forced or even pressured to taste or finish the food, they must allow a small portion on their plate
Happy Healthy lesson includes information about the culture of the dish in addition to the food and how to read a recipe
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The program currently has a budget of approximately $45,000 a year, however Happy Healthy Cooks receives many in-kind donations. They receive funding from Carillion Clinic, Freedom First Credit Union, United Way, Virginia Premier Health, Physicians to Children, The Kiwanis Club of Roanoke, The Roanoke Natural Foods Co Op, and private donors. Why only eight schools? That’s all the budget will support right now. Quintana would love to have additional funding and volunteers to allow expansion into more schools. To donate or volunteer, contact her at 314-2375, Sumayah Muse samples or sign up at the website www.happyhealthycooks. the fare. org. And while you are there, check out the healthy (Photos by recipes and watch the video of children at Hurt Park Jim Loesel) raving about vegetables. You won’t believe your eyes and ears.
• Incumbents Bill Bestpitch and Ray Ferris, running as independents. • Incumbent David Trinkle, former council member Linda Wyatt (19942004), and Freeda Cathcart, running as Democrats. • Valerie Garner, running as an independent. • Hank Benson, Jim Garrett and Roger Malouf, running as Republicans. Independent candidates have until May 4 to register to enter the race.
Community Market Re-opens April 26 A sure sign of spring returning to Roanoke is the opening of the community market in Grandin Village. Beginning Saturday, April 26, farmers will be back for the sixth year with locally grown fruits and vegetables at the market organized by the non-profit LEAP for Local Food. The market is right off Grandin on Westover, behind Nopales (formerly space occupied by Surf ‘n Turf ). It runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon through October. Come meet your neighbors and stock up on locally grown food. Kids and dogs welcome! And don’t forget the West End Community Market. It’s open year-round on Tuesdays from 3 to 6 p.m. in the West End Community Center on Patterson Avenue. LEAP Executive Director Maureen McNamara Best reminds us that both markets accept and double SNAP-EBT benefits, and all produce at both markets is grown within 100 miles of Roanoke.
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With all of this winter’s cold weather, a trip to south of the border holds a lot of appeal. If you can’t quite manage that, you can still enjoy the flavors of Latin America and the Caribbean right here in Grandin Village. Just stop by Nopales (pronounced No-pahl’-es), the newest addition to our eclectic neighborhood restaurant scene. Conceived, owned and led by local restaurateur Rocky Byrd, Nopales offers a culinary tour around Mexico, Central and South America and the Caribbean. Particularly appealing on wintery nights is the signature Caribbean gumbo with shrimp, snapper, chorizo sausage and nopalitos. In case you’re unfamiliar with that last ingredient, it is a little prickly pear. Nopalitos inspired the restaurant’s name and are a popular ingredient in Mexican cooking
Nopales owner Rocky Byrd with waitresses Katie Brown (left) and Stephanie Snyder. (Photo by Jim Loesel)
Even though Rocky was born and raised in Raleigh Court, he knows his way around these interesting Latin cuisines. He spent seven years in the islands, the keys and Mexico, and says he really misses the food. Many readers will be familiar with Rocky from his eight years at another popular Grandin Village eatery. He and former wife Olivia ran Rockfish. When we talked to Rocky recently, he was re-stocking his wine rack. He particularly enjoys introducing Roanokers to Latin wines—from Spain, Argentina and Chile. Not only do they complement the food, but they’re good values. Nopales uses locally sourced ingredients so the menu changes depending on what’s available. However, offerings on a recent night included several seafood items, a couple of interesting dishes using duck and a vegetarian entrée. It’s clearly a creative and sophisticated menu. And come spring, you can enjoy it all outside on the umbrella-shaded patio. Nopales 1329 Grandin Road 540/342-1000 Open Tuesday – Saturday from 5:30
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Grandin Village is Women Strong It’s pretty common knowledge that Grandin Village is a great place to shop and eat. It’s also a great place to own a small business, especially if you are a woman. An informal look at the Grandin business roster turned up 49 businesses, 31 of which are owned or managed by women. That’s tilted 63 percent to women. The list includes a thriving furniture store, an ice cream shop, a bookstore, gifts and women’s boutiques, the most popular restaurants, a decorating shop, a consignment shop, a dog trainer, several personal service providers, artists and graphic designers, a Realtor, a cupcake emporium, a barber shop, Roanoke Ballet Theatre, the Grandin Theatre, Valley Bank, and 7-Eleven. Jenny Prickett, vice president of the Grandin Village Business Association and owner of New To Me Consignment Boutique, says, “I love that the Village is women strong. I feel safe (here) and love being part of a community. Women support each other and are proud to refer business to other women-owned businesses.” Diane Elliott, owner of Local Roots Restaurant, says, “It’s definitely a great place for a woman to own a business. The Village thrives on strong individual thinkers. In some places there are those who might feel intimidated by women business owners, but in The Village it is the norm.” Ashley Ernest, who opened her Urban Gypsy women’s clothing and gift boutique in October 2010, says, “Since there are so many women owned business on Grandin the support from one another has been tremendous. We all have leaned on each other in one way or another looking for advice or guidance.” Linda Steadman, long-time Too Many Books owner, says, “I enjoy being connected to the business women in the Village because we speak the same language. We communicate easily and tend to have similar concerns, goals, and styles.” On these pages, meet some of the other women business owners, but remember, they are but a small sampling. DIANE ELLIOTT Local Roots, a farmto-table restaurant, at 1314 Grandin Road since 2010. Previously located in Grandin Gardens. Elliott bought the business from her son in 2009. Why Grandin Village: The Village is where people come who like the feeling of and want to support small local businesses, who love having a very walkable neighborhood center, who value quality services and products, who seek organic local food and products, who seek out a place for families. There is something for everyone in The Village. Advice: Be prepared to be stretched and challenged in all aspects of your being. Do not skimp on financial resources available to you, as starting a new business requires all kinds of unexpected expenses and lean times before the business gets established.
PENNY AHUERO Viva la Cupcake, purveyor of 80 varieties of “the most decadent cupcakes in the Roanoke Valley” to individuals at the shop on the corner of Grandin and Memorial, and larger orders for special occasions. Four years in business. Why the Village: My family has lived in this neighborhood for 15 years and I have a real stake in the success of Grandin Village and its businesses. It has also enabled me to achieve a balance between spending time with my family and owning a successful business. This would not have been possible if my business location were miles from my home. Advice: Believe in what you are doing and stay strong. OLIVIA BYRD Rockfish Food and Wine, 1402 Grandin Road, eight years. Why the Village: I chose the Village because of the vibe, the community. Advice: Have backup capital in place, be ready to work A LOT, talk to other business owners before making the leap. It’s not always as fun as it may appear.
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-J. Prickett
LINDA STEADMAN
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Too Many Books, Inc. 1504 Grandin Road, used and rare books and new greeting cards. In the Village since 1999 (formerly in Reid’s location until buying the building up the street so she could “live over the store.” In other locations for seven years before moving to Grandin.
Reid’s Fine Furnishings, 19 years in the 1300 block of Grandin with five expansions.
Why the Village: I like the “hominess” of the neighborhood village, everyone knows each other and the ambiance is laid back. Raleigh Court is a friendly place and the village has the same buzz. Advice: Do your homework. The business climate is rapidly changing with technology.
Why the Village: I chose Grandin Village because it reminded me of the small villages of Long Island, where I grew up. From the moment I discovered Grandin Village, back in the late 70’s, I fell in love with it. I love the fact that you can walk around the street and find so many wonderful businesses, see people you know, and enjoy the community. Advice: I would advise any woman thinking about starting a business to look at the businesses in Grandin Village, and go for it, if you have the passion and the energy.
JENNY PRICKETT New To Me Consignment Boutique, furniture, decorative items, women’s clothing, shoes and accessories, 1322 Grandin Road, in business 10 years.
GRACE NIDAY Grace’s Place Pizzeria, 1316 Grandin Road, celebrating 10 years in business.
Why the Village: I fell in love with Grandin the minute I discovered the area.
Why the Village: We knew the Grandin Village has something special, and there was not a pizza place in this area back then. We were lucky a space was available. We love the community, the vibe, the diversity and the sense of safety that you feel around our neighborhood.
Advice: Find an area you are passionate about and go for it. Live what you love! MICHELLE BENNETT CUPS Coffee & Tea, coffee shop and neighborhood hangout, 1402 Grandin Road, open three and a half years.
Advice: Be brave, know what you want, have a plan, be organized and work hard. (Photos by Jim Loesel)
Why the Village: Because I live here and knew we needed a coffee shop. I like the neighborhood/community vibe.
There is something for everyone in The Village.
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Raleigh Court Author
Carol Wall Publishes Memoir A Raleigh Court author’s book hit bookstores March 4, and if early reviews are correct, it could be a best-seller. “Carol Wall’s suspenseful tale of human frailty and courage is a marvel. In her garden, an unexpected bond slowly forms as two people from distant worlds help each other confront long-buried Carol Wall secrets and fears. Deeply personal, poetic, and brimming with humanity, this is a book of lasting grace.” So said Steve Lopez, New York Times bestselling author of The Soloist. Carol Wall, a resident of Mount Vernon Avenue, is a writer whose essays and articles have been popular features for many years in Southern Living magazine and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Her new book, Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening (How I Learned the Unexpected Joy of a Green Thumb and an Open Heart) is a
memoir of her experiences in hiring an African gardener who not only transforms her garden but her life. Promotional material says, “Touching upon themes similar to those of such iconic works as Driving Miss Daisy and The Last Lecture, Wall’s memoir is unique in its depiction of a purely platonic relationship between two compelling individuals from different sides of the world who together navigate the shoals of family troubles, illness, and even death to discover the enduring sources of strength and joy that transcend the superficial barriers of gender, race and culture.”
10th Annual
Block Party May 18 The Greater Raleigh Court Civic League and the Grandin Village Business Association will stage the 10th annual spring block party, renamed Grandin Village Street Fair, on Sunday May 18, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Grandin Road between Memorial and Westover will be closed for the street fair activities, including live music, children’s activities, and hot dog grilling. All is free, complements of the civic league, business association, and generous corporate sponsors. To pull off a successful 10th anniversary street party, volunteers are needed. Please let Parke Loesel at JKPLoesel@aol.com know if you can help with one of the following or participate in another way. • Lend a gas grill for the day (2 needed) • Contact food suppliers • Pick up food and supplies • Set up on day of the party • Grill hotdogs • Serve food • Take down and cleanup It’s a great way to meet your neighbors, support and celebrate our neighborhood, and enjoy a spring afternoon. We need volunteers!
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Grandin Village Makes List Of World V-Day Destinations Paris, Venice, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Montreal, Grandin Village. Huh? Yes, right there smack in the middle of a list of the world’s “Top 10 Valentine Day Getaways” was Roanoke and Grandin Village. The listing, compiled by Steven Winston, a veteran travel writer based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, appeared in early February on World Property Channel, a webesite that calls itself “The world’s leading source for real estate news and real estate listings.” Although the listing is No. 5 ROANOKE, VIRGINIA, USA, right between the Amalfi Coast of Italy (No. 4) and Shanghai (No. 6) it concentrates on Grandin Village. Here’s what it said: “Historic Grandin Village is located just outside downtown Roanoke, a surprising city with a booming restaurant and cultural scene, and the surrounding beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Grandin Village is anchored by a restored 1930’s cinema, The Grandin Theatre, a true old-time movie palace that locals claim has the best popcorn in the Blue Ridge. Pop’s Ice Cream and Soda Bar may bring you and your date/spouse back to the old ‘soda shop’ days of Hollywood movies. You can get a taste of local vineyards at Rockfish Food & Wine. There are several locally-owned shops with interesting gifts for your loved one, wonderful dessert liquors at CUPS Coffee & Tea, and desserts at Viva la Cupcake! Bed down for the evening at the wonderful old Tudor-style castle called the Hotel Roanoke, serving classic Southern hospitality - and romantic ambience since 1882.” The website identifies Winston as a travel writer of 30 years whose work has appeared in major media all over the world. His top pick for Valentine Day destinations? Lands Creek Cabins in Bryson City, N.C.
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