Lake Norman Magazine - February 2016 by Katie

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A Few Common Mistakes Most Retirees Make - Part 1 Last month we discussed changes in Social Security planning due to the signing of a new bipartisan budget passed into law and signed by President Obama on November 2nd, 2015. To get the particulars, you can refer to last month’s article, which we have posted on our website.

It used to be easy. You’d work 30 years at a company and retire with a gold watch, a nice party, and guaranteed income for the rest of your life. Awesome! But guess what? Without a pension, it’s all on you to figure out how to make your money last for the rest of your life, to figure out how to handle inflation, to figure out how to invest properly so is does not disappear, to figure out how to leave something to the kids if that’s your desire, etc. etc. etc. Yikes! That stuff can be stressful! But then again, that’s why we’re here (sorry for the shameless pitch)!

This month, let’s spend a few minutes on a few of the mistakes that I believe many retirees make with their finances. After almost twenty years in the retirement planning business, I’ve seen these things show up again and again. I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a pretty conservative James D. Stillman retirement planner and a big believer in the old saying “it’s not what you make, it’s what you keep”, especially in this crazy volatile world we live in today.

Here’s the bottom line. These are just a few of the biggest mistakes retirees make with their finances, but I think they’re the top two. Taking on too much risk and not guaranteeing basic income needs in retirement top the list without question, in my humble opinion. You don’t get many “do overs” in retirement, so most folks can’t afford to screw it up. At JDS, we always err on the side of caution and try to guarantee enough income so folks don’t get hurt. I know I’m kind of a chicken about that, but I think that’s wise.

1) Investing as though you’re still working: When you’re working and putting into your 401k, IRA, etc., typically you’re investing in various mutual funds and “dollar cost averaging” into the stock market over a long period of time. That’s perfectly fine, and you should do that while you’re working and have consistent income. But when you retire, you’re now basically unemployed and not throwing money at the market any longer. Typically, retirees will begin to “draw down” their assets to supplement Social Security, pensions, etc. to meet income goals. This is called “reverse dollar cost averaging”. Once you reach this point, you must be extremely careful how these dollars are invested. In other words, DON’T TAKE TOO MUCH RISK WITH THESE DOLLARS! Think about it, if you’re taking money out and Wall Street crashes, then you can dig a hole very quickly that you may not get out of. In my opinion, that’s not worth the risk, and there are other strategies that can guarantee your income. 2) Not guaranteeing your basic income needs: We like to call it “Pay Checks & Play Checks”! Without question, the happiest clients we have are the ones that have big fat pensions! Like I said earlier, your income dictates your lifestyle. Unfortunately, not many folks have guaranteed pensions these days. Now we have defined contribution plans: 410k, 403b, etc. So, the pension/ income obligation is now switched from the employer to the employee. And guess what? That’s a big dog gone deal and a huge planning responsibility.

As always, remember: The purpose of the money dictates where you put it! Until next month, James D. Stillman

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Contents — February 2016 —

18 EDITOR’S NOTE 20 LAKEVIEW

Their sensitivity to the aesthetics and approach to preservation of so many trees contributes to the quality of life here. It made a very positive impression with us.”

Winter blues and business news

23 LAKEFRONT 23

Sweet Treats Stock up on desserts for the holiday

—Rick Moore, a new homeowner at Trilogy Lake Norman in Denver (page 40).

28 Q&A Nadine Roberts gives real estate market insight

30 Recipe A twist on winter veggies

Social Scene Christmas events from the season

38 Calendar The top five events this month

40 FEATURES 40

Lake Living A look at Trilogy Lake Norman in Denver

More Main Street Davidson looks to expand the downtown charm

Cookies for a Cause A Birkdale Village bake sale raises funds for cancer research

61 LAKESHORE 61

The Bean Scene Summit in Davidson opens its roastery

Fiddlin’ Around Check out the Old Time Music Series

Southern Soul San Antonio is full of heritage, history, and new world flavors

75 BUSINESS UPDATE

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On the cover

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Editor’s Note

Katie Coleman, Editor kcoleman@charlotteobserver.com

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There are plenty of news stories touting the development boom in Charlotte. From office towers in Uptown to mixeduse apartment complexes in a new, hip neighborhood, it’s hard to go one day without hearing of a new development in the Queen City. But what about Lake Norman? The lake is definitely seeing an uptick in development. Old buildings are being restored and transitioned into highly successful businesses (Merino Mill Complex, for example), plus mixed-use developments such as Birkdale Village and LangTree Lake Norman continue to thrive and bring in new retailers. Not to mention the revitalization of Catawba Avenue Cornelius and the already-charming shopping destinations of Main Street in Davidson and Mooresville. Housing developments are everywhere—from established estates at The Point and River Run to new property being developed on the west side of the lake at Trilogy Lake Norman (page 40). There are plenty of apartments, condos, and lake bungalows to choose from. There truly is something in the market for everyone. So we sat down with Nadine Deason of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty to get her predictions of market trends this year (page 28). With all this new development cropping up, the main concern I’ve noticed is how to grow while still maintaining that small-town charm. Davidson may have figured that out. While recognizing the needs of its Main Street corridor (more parking and retail space), the town is continuing to work on The Downtown Catalyst Project, which aims to develop four town-owned acres that surround Town Hall (page 48). After scrapping one pitch for the development, the town seems willing to wait until it gets it right. I’m excited with the direction Lake Norman is going. The surrounding communities are committed to keeping the small-town charm, while implementing the amenities we all love. What a fun time to be living at the lake.

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Winter Blues

ANN CAULKINS Publisher

These posts from Instagram have us craving warm days at the lake. How long until summer?

SARAH CROSLAND Executive Editor

@trilogylakenorman: Summer to #winter, sunrise to #sunset, we are always grateful to have #LakeNorman only a stone’s throw away.

KATIE COLEMAN Editor CAROLINE PORTILLO Associate Editor TRACIE STAFFORD Creative Director

@mrkennydoo: A little surf sesh never hurts!

@langtreeapartments: Gorgeous picture captured by one of our residents this morning! Thanks @kellackerman!!

@mybigsexy: Hold Tight #LKN…Only 93 Days Till Summer!

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Changing Hands Lake Norman Brewing Company, located in Mooresville, is now under new ownership. Former owner Mike Prascak will remain a minority shareholder. The listing was rated the seventh top listing in North Carolina and one of the top listings nationally in December. The business was listed for 39 days and sold to the buyers within 3.5 days of being presented. The new majority owners are Darrin Jones, president of American Identity Solutions, and Robert Whitaker, a supervisory criminal investigator for Homeland Security. Jones and Whitaker plan to expand both the brewery and tap room.

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This time of year, grocery-store aisles are full of bags of candy, heart-shaped chocolate boxes, and pink and red sprinkles. While we love a good homemade treat, Valentine’s Day is worth the splurge for ordering up decadent desserts. Here are a few of our favorite places to stock up on tasty treats for your sweetheart. (Continued on page 24.)

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This local shop in Davidson is perfect for candy lovers of all sorts. Take your pick from artisan chocolates and bonbons, organic and fair-trade chocolate bars, bin candy by the scoop, and retro favorites. www.southmainsweetshop.com

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he Alexander Community Concert Series continues this month on Feb. 28 with a performance of the Ziad Jazz Quartet, which plays regularly as part of the jazz program at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art. The quartet, featuring guests on guitar and violin, will perform a concert of gypsy jazz, a style of music known as gypsy swing or hot club jazz. The performance begins at 3 p.m. at The Episcopal Church of St. Peter By-the-Lake, 8433 Fairfield Forest Road, Denver. A reception to meet the musicians, along with refreshments, will follow. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and free for children under 12. Call 704-489-6249 for more information.

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Nadine Deason of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty in Cornelius recently gave us the heads up on the Lake Norman housing market, the real estate trends you can expect to see in 2016, and what makes the lake such a great place to live. What is the housing market in Lake Norman looking like for 2016? What trends can we expect to see? Due to interest rates on the rise, I feel that will fuel a very strong first quarter. Inventory is currently very low, so if you have been considering selling, right now is the time to get your home on the market. What will be the most desirable areas in Lake Norman to live this year? The west side and Sherrills Ford will most likely be a new hot spot due to an increase in retail, new developments, and a much easier commute to Charlotte and the airport. Congestion on I-77 and the toll issue will likely cause buyers to be concerned about the future of traffic patterns on I-77, choosing other areas of the lake that offer easier drive times. What advice do you have for those who are looking to buy a home at the lake in the new year? Hurry! Interest rates are on the rise, so now is the time to purchase. What about those who are looking to sell their home? Currently there is a lack of inventory in the Lake Norman area in all price points. Don’t wait for the azaleas to bloom. Get your home on the market as soon as possible. What makes Lake Norman the perfect place to live for those who are considering a move here? Lake Norman offers an unusual combination of a temperate climate with all four seasons, a stable economy, and availability of jobs. It’s a quick commute to Charlotte and its international airport, there are great school options throughout the region from pre-school through college, affordable housing and low tax rates, and it’s only 3.5 hours to the ocean and 1.5 hours to the mountains, with ski resorts, fly fishing, hiking, camping, and national forests. There are lots of great restaurants and entertainment options, golfers have many golf courses to choose from, great professional sports venues, concerts, the Charlotte Symphony, and Opera Carolina. The National Whitewater Center for the outdoor enthusiast is just south of Lake Norman and offers zip lines, kayaking, rafting, mountain-bike trails, climbing, ropes courses, and team building opportunities. It’s a quick commute to Carowinds and Charlotte’s Premium Outlet Mall, plus there are housing options in all price points so there is something for everyone. For more information, visit www.alakehome.com or follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TeamNadineLLC/.

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This salad—definitely a favorite—has one unexpected and new-to-some ingredient: ume plum vinegar. Ume plum vinegar is essentially the brine in which Japanese pickled plums are soaked. It is tart and very salty, but adds a wonderful umami to dressings and marinades. You can find it in healthy food stores and Asian markets. Flaxseed oil is full of essential fatty acids, and olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats—both are heart-healthy ingredients. Beneficial fiber is packed into this salad with the raw and just-barely-cooked veggies. Its great taste is just a bonus.

Ribbon Vegetable Salad with Ume Plum Dressing Serves 2-4 main courses, 6 side portions. Dressing 1-2 teaspoons ume plum vinegar

Salad 1 bunch thick asparagus

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

2 baby zucchini or one medium, cut into quarters lengthwise

1 small garlic clove, minced or pressed 1 teaspoon shallot, minced 1 tablespoon flaxseed oil 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or vegenaise Whisk the first four ingredients together, then drizzle in the next two ingredients. Add in the mayonaise. Whisk well until smooth. Keeps for one week refrigerated.

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2. Boil a teapot or a four-quart pan full of water. Place the asparagus and zucchini ribbons into a colander in the sink and pour the boiling water over them. Allow the water to drain, and then mix them with the raw carrot and beet ribbons.

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Peninsula Yacht Club’s 19th Annual Lighted Boat Parade The festivities included a dinner buffet, Santa’s arrival by fireboat, and prizes awarded for best powerboat, sailboat, pontoon, and overall best decorated boat.

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Over 20,000 revelers attended the annual Christmas in Davidson celebration Dec. 3-5, which has been taking place since 1988. The festivities included horse-drawn carriage rides, caroling, a live nativity, petting zoo, live music, local food in Frosty’s Food Court, and of course, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

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Smith Artist SeriesAquila Theatre Presents “The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes”: Critically acclaimed BritishAmerican touring troupe Aquila Theatre will be performing this classic tale of mystery written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Watch detective Sherlock Holmes solve some of London’s most dangerous and complex cases. There’s no doubt you’ll be on the edge of your seat throughout this exhilarating performance. The show begins at 8 p.m. Cost is $22 per ticket. www.davidson.edu/ the-arts/artist-series, 207 Faculty Drive, Davidson.

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“Lady Ella”: A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald: The Little Rock Cultural Center is putting on this night of captivating music which will highlight one of the greatest jazz voices in history. Nicci Canada, a national recording artist, will be playing the “first lady of song”. Letron Brantley, a saxophonist and talented musical arranger, will be leading the orchestra in songs sure to get you out of your seat and onto the dancefloor. The event begins at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15. www. eventbrite.com/e/lady-ellaa-tribute-to-ella-fitzgeraldtickets-19173181502, 401 N. Myers Street, Charlotte.

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“Meet the Patels” Screening: Step out of your normal movie-viewing routine and be the first to see this hilarious docu-comedy. Studio C in Cornelius is hosting, and doors will open at 7 p.m. Tickets can be bought in advance or at the door and are $9.25 for adults and $6 for students. Showings regularly sell out, so we suggest hopping online to secure a seat. www.studioccinema.com, 9216-A Westmoreland Road, Cornelius.

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Battle of the Bulge WWII Living History Event: Visit the historic Latta Plantation to immerse yourself in one of the most crucial battles in the Second World War. There will be reenactors from both the Axis and the Allied powers and various demonstrations explaining all aspects of what skirmishes may have been like at that time. Drop by from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased on site, adults are $8 and children and seniors are $7. www.lattaplantation.org, 5225 Sample Road Huntersville.

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Sweet Carolina Home At Trilogy Lake Norman, residents find thoughtful features, distinctive amenities, and stunning homes accompany an active lifestyle. by MICHAEL J. SOLENDER • photos by ZAIRE KACZ

Life at the lake is becoming more active and engaging for a host of new residents, as Trilogy Lake Norman begins closing on its first phase of new homes later this year. The 1,650-home project, located in Denver, is only the fourth such development on the east coast and the first in the Carolinas for Trilogy, the special active lifestyle division of luxury homebuilder Shea Homes. At Trilogy Lake Norman residents find an emphasis on fitness, well being, healthful dining, entertainment, and spaces facilitating social and physical engagement. “Trilogy is particularly attractive to folks who are at a point where they have more discretionary income and time available to enjoy life on their terms,” says Jay Seymoure, general manager at Trilogy Lake Norman. “Our residents are very active and want homes and a community that fits their lifestyle, such as boating on the lake, hiking or bike riding on our extensive trails, taking advantage of our varied dining options, or participating in a variety of programming options.” Tree preservation and retaining the beauty of more than 600 acres under development, was top of mind for Trilogy developers. Towering pines and hardwoods are in abundance throughout the development and home sites have expansive nature views from every angle. Most homes are single story (lofts are available as addons), and range in size from 1,200 to 2,800 square feet, and have high-end features such as solar tech shields, granite counter-tops, tile foyers, and covered porches on

every home. “With every Trilogy community our design team gets input from area residents and people in the community as to what amenities are important specific to the location,” says Seymoure. “Our Carolina sunroom feature is reflective of the importance residents here place on the outdoors.” When touring models, prospective residents will be impressed with the emphasis on casually elegant outdoor living features such as fire pits, built-in barbeques, outdoor kitchens, and cozy patio space. Rick and Michele Moore were among the first to buy into the development, making a commitment after exhaustive research and looking at similar communities. “We were familiar with developments focused on active lifestyles for adults 55 years and older,” says Rick Moore, who retired from a career in sales about five years ago. “When we learned Trilogy was coming we were very interested and signed up to be part of their initial focus groups. They really were interested in us, our interests, and we see they’ve attracted people from across the country with diverse interests.” Trilogy’s respect for the environment and maintaining much of the tree canopy was important to the Moores. “Their sensitivity to the aesthetics and approach to preservation of so many trees contributes to the quality of life here. It made a very positive impression with us,” says Rick.

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Trilogy Lake Norman offers several floor plans, all with customizable amenities and add-ons. The Carolina sunroom feature is specific to the Trilogy Lake Norman location. Base pricing starts at $252,500.

When we learned Trilogy was coming we were very interested and signed up to be part of their initial focus groups. They really were interested in us, our interests, and we see they’ve attracted people from across the country.” —Rick Moore

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Modern Design Contemporary floor plans incorporate easy living design features such as wallfree super great rooms with 3D layouts combining the family room, kitchen, dining, and entertainment area in groupings where attention shifts focus to create distinctive spaces. Owners may choose between entertainment or outdoorcentric custom designs, positioning the kitchen, dining, and entertaining areas either in front or the rear of the home. No heavy yard work required. Front yards and common-area landscaping are attended to by the development. Homeownership comes with membership to the Freedom Boat Club in Cornelius. The club, situated at Waterstreet Seaport Marina, affords members the opportunity to access a variety of watercraft including pontoon boats for fishing and powerboats for water sports. Ongoing programming in areas such as health and fitness, cooking demonstrations in Trilogy’s demonstration kitchen, wine tastings, and art showcases in their artists’ studio are examples of activities coordinated by Trilogy club staff. “Our concierge and lifestyle staff at the club here at Trilogy set us apart,” says Seymoure. “Our club staff is professionally managed by BlueStar, a professional resort management staff.” Trilogy’s annual Good Life Festivals have been a huge hit in each of its 15 developments across the country. An entire weekend of events, excursions and entertainment culminate with nationally recognized artists performing on site for residents. Past Trilogy community Good Life Festivals have featured headliners such as the Beach Boys, Huey Lewis and the News, Foghat, and Rick Springfield. Life at the lake is very good indeed. www.trilogylife.com/communities/ northcarolina/lakenorman LNM

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More Main Street Davidson plans for changes to its downtown.

Davidson is one of the Lake Norman area’s most picturesque towns. Historic homes, a quaint but vibrant Main Street, and the energy of college students all add to the Norman Rockwell-like charm. It is a charm that residents aren’t willing to give up, even as the town grows. “We don’t want to just be a bedroom community of Charlotte,” says Kim Fleming, Davidson’s economic development manager. “I get requests from people every week who want to open a store here or move their business here, and it’s all, for the most part, from Davidson residents.” Right now the town is losing money to other towns because people have to go elsewhere for goods and services. Town leaders hope the evolution of The Downtown Catalyst Project will address that problem. The project started in August 2014, when the town contracted with UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of

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“We aren’t in a rush to get this done. Let’s get this done the right way. We don’t want to change it. We just want a little more of it.” —KIM FLEMING, DAVIDSON’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MANAGER ON THE MAIN STREET EXPANSION.

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Government’s Development Finance Initiative to see how best to develop four town-owned acres that surround Town Hall downtown. The land is on the west side of Main Street, back to Jackson Street. Everyone seems to agree on what the needs are: more parking, more retail, more residential and office space, a permanent home for the Farmer’s Market, improved public space, and better facilities for police, the fire department, and town business. “We’ve outgrown Town Hall,” says Fleming. The current proposal calls for Town Hall to be torn down completely, which is a cheaper option than up-fitting the space. The first renderings of the mixed-use development were released in October. The drawing showed six buildings wrapped around a parking garage. “It was too dense for that site in terms of its relationship to what is around it,” says Davidson resident Bill McCoy. Others agreed, including town leaders, who sent the project back to be reworked. McCoy, the retired director of the UNC-Charlotte Urban Institute and former chairman of the Davidson Planning Commission, says parking is definitely a issue but any solution needs to fit in with the surroundings. Fleming wants to assure residents that the town’s Design Review Board is

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committed to making sure any future development stays within the current look of the town. While the town welcomes the growth, officials are being cautious about it. Fleming believes a phased-in approach for the project will work best. “We aren’t in a rush to get this done. Let’s get this done the right way,” she says. McCoy agrees: “I think that’s a good thing.” There’s no doubt the growth is coming. Just a year ago, empty buildings stood at the end of Main Street. The openings of popular restaurants Kindred and Mestizo have re-energized the downtown scene. Now, you see people walking around day and night. The most recent population estimates from the Census Bureau put Davidson’s population at 11,981—up 9.5 percent from the 2010 U.S. Census population. The town plans to hold a series of roundtable discussions in February and March to allow the public to provide more input on the Downtown Catalyst Project. People can also share their opinions through a questionnaire on the town’s website: www.townofdavidson.org/OpenTownHall. In the end, Fleming says she wants the same as many others who call Davidson home. “We don’t want to change it. We just want a little more of it.” LNM

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With the past year, Main Street has added popular restaurants Kindred and Mestizo, occupying once-empty buildings. Growth is coming, and the most recent population estimates are up 9.5 percent from the 2010 U.S. Census.

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Smart Cookie A local bake sale is raising serious dough for pediatric cancer research. by JENN BAXTER

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How much would you expect to make at a bake sale? $100? $250? What about nearly $40,000? That’s exactly what Cookies for Kids’ Cancer did this year alone at its Birkdale sale in December. But then again, Cookies for Kids’ Cancer (CFKC) is not your average bake sale. Nicknamed the “bake sale on steroids,” CFKC, a national organization with local events, sells a wide variety of cookies, cakes, pies, cupcakes, breads, and even crafts and items for gluten-free and sugar-free diets, all in the name of raising money for pediatric cancer research. “Every dollar made from the sale goes directly to Cookies for Kids’ Cancer,” says Julie Sparks, Coordinator for the Birkdale sale. “The goal of CFKC is to fund new research trials that show promise for less toxic options for kids who are battling cancer.” Kids like Sparks’ own son, who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma and had to undergo antibody treatments at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) in New York City. It was during one of these trips to New York that Sparks met Amy Christenbury, another mom from Charlotte whose son had been diagnosed with neuroblastoma. “Amy had been running the Charlotte sale for a few years and we discussed the possibility of coming up with a satellite and drawing the Lake Norman crowd in,” says Sparks. So in 2010, they held their first sale at Birkdale Village. It was a day filled with rain, snow, and sleet, but they still managed to make over $8,000. And the sale has continued to grow since then. “The support we get from the community for both baking and visiting our sale is amazing,” Sparks says. In fact, the group has made nearly $160,000 at the Birkdale sale over the last five years. But the support doesn’t end there. Local bakeries such as Great Occasions Cakes of Huntersville and Allison’s Creative Cakes in Mooresville donate cakes, candies, and cupcakes every year. Girl Scout troops and school associations get together to bake. “[And] this year, Lake Norman Little League had a huge part by raising money for a sponsorship through a bake sale at their championship games and through donations,” says Sparks. “With a $100 match from Lake Norman Little League, they ended up donating $2,043…kids helping kids!” Kids also get involved on the day of the

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If you’ve ever been to Davidson, you’ve probably stopped in for a cup of coffee, tea, or a pint of beer at Summit Coffee Co. on Main Street. Consistently ranked in the top five restaurants in the town on TripAdvisor, Summit has an almost cult-like following of loyal, caffeinated customers who wouldn’t think of patronizing Starbucks. Summit is more than a coffee shop with snacks; it’s a central part of the Davidson community, hosting live music events, frequent and popular trivia nights, and a racing series that raises funds for various charities throughout the year. So, why open a coffee roastery? “It satisfied an intellectual curiosity,” says coowner Tim Helfrich, 37. Tim has owned Summit on Main Street since 2005. His brother Brian, 30 (who joined Tim at Summit in 2012), chimes in: “There are a lot of variables that we can control in the brewing of coffee, but an infinite number more that we can control in the sourcing and roasting of the beans.” It’s about more than just a product to these brothers; it’s about how the beans were raised and harvested and what impact that crop had on the farmers and the earth. “It was important to us to get one step closer to the start of the coffee process,” says Brian.

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“We are very interested in the story behind the beans, making sure the practices were safe for the planet and wages were fair for the farmers.” Just like many chefs who use only organic produce in their restaurants, the Helfriches source mainly organic beans. The beans that Summit buys are graded in the top 5 percent of coffees in the world, so it makes sense that they take great care in roasting such a high quality raw product. Their roastery in Cornelius is spare in décor but warm, with burlap coffee bags from Central American, South American, and African countries piled up in orderly fashion along the wall. “We’re not sure what we are going to do with all those bags,” says Tim. The front two rooms of the roastery are composed of an entry hall and a “cupping” room (coffee-speak for “tasting”). An emphasis on coffee education is for not only their roasters, but everyone who works at Summit. “We have a five-course curriculum that all staff must go through, plus we hold classes and cuppings for the public and wholesalers here,” Tim says. The back of the building is dedicated to roasting. Every Tuesday, Summit’s Director of Coffee Evan Pollitt piles 20 pounds of raw, green coffee beans in the barrel of a gas-powered coffee

roaster and begins the process of roasting the perfect bean; it’s part science, part art. “Every coffee bean is different, so we first roast a one-pound batch in a mini roaster and taste it. That helps us decide how to roast the larger, 20-pound batch,” Pollitt says. Currently, Summit roasts 500 pounds of beans a week, with a goal of roasting 2,000 pounds of beans per week by the end of 2017. Because coffee beans are a produce, they are seasonal, and the origin and type of beans Summit can source changes often. “We’re constantly getting new and different raw coffee beans in depending on the season,” Brian says. Since June 2015, Summit has “cupped” or roasted and tasted 150 different beans. It’s controlling the time and temperature at which the beans roast that changes the chemical make-up and final flavor of each roasted batch—a constantly changing and evolving process. “We taste every single batch that we roast,” Brian says. Summit sells its roasted beans wholesale locally to Davidson Village Inn, Kindred Restaurant, and the beans are for retail sale at the Healthy Home Market in Davidson, but the shop also does steady business online with one-off sales as well as subscription sales. Bags of roasted beans sell to the public for $13.95-$15.95, each bag making about 18 cups of coffee. To book a tour of the facility or attend a cupping, email Brian Helfrich at Brian@SummitCoffee.com. To buy coffee beans, visit Summit’s website, www.summitcoffee.com. LNM

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Summit’s Director of Coffee Evan Pollitt roasts beans in a gaspowered coffee roaster. Bags of the finished product are sold wholesale to local businesses and in single bags online.

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FIDDLIN’ AROUND Davidson College’s Old Time Music Series grew out of a professor’s newfound appreciation of traditional art form. by MICHAEL J. SOLENDER

When Bill Lawing, J. Estes Millner Professor of Music at Davidson College, learned the Kruger Brothers were opening a performance for the Western Piedmont Symphony Orchestra where he was performing, he was more than a bit skeptical. The Americana, folk, and bluegrass musicians didn’t jive with Lawing’s sensibility for classical performers, the type of artists who he envisioned sharing the stage with. “My career by training is as a classical musician,” says Lawing, 64. “I was a snob in terms of this type of music. Hearing the Kruger Brothers that evening was simply incredible for me and very impressive musically. The performance crossed the line for me between recreational and aesthetic, virtuoso and artistic. I’d never thought about old time traditional music as having anything besides a recreational outlook. Lawing explains, “While I’ve always recognized on some level the sense that music at its highest level goes somewhere beyond art music of the European tradition, I would never have imagined myself really digging into this type of music.”

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Left: The Kruger Brothers This page: David Holt, both part of Davidson College’s Old Time Music Series.

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The chance encounter set Lawing on a path that ultimately led him to develop a course within the music department called, “Traditional Music of the Southern Appalachians.” The class, offered last spring, has proven to be one of the most popular and successful new courses at Davidson. “The course immediately filled, and there’s no question it will continue to be offered,” says Amanda Preston, 26, director of music production and promotion at Davidson College. “I got to audit the class, and it was interesting for me because I grew up in New York and felt, given my role, I wanted to know more about music of this region. I loved the format of the class because Bill brought in many outside performers.” Indeed, lucky students had the opportunity to interact with and experience performances by some of the region’s best mountain musicians. Speaking with and playing for the class included stalwarts such as NEA Folk Heritage Award winner and ballad singer Sheila Kay Adams, fiddlers Josh Goforth and David Tweedle, banjo enthusiast Riley Baugus, the Kruger Bothers, and several others.

Language of music “The language of music has many, many different expressions,” says Lawing. “When people pursue it with a desire for great expression, there is something that is absolutely in common whether it is classical or old time or jazz or any kind of musical genre. To see the values and the pursuit of excellence and meaningful expression is really exciting to me. It’s not hard to communicate this when it is right there for the class in front of them.” The classroom performances and relationships built with nearby artists inspired Davidson to launch a concert program, the Old Time Music Series, and open it to the public. Two concerts are scheduled for February. Storytellers and old time traditional musicians Sparky and Rhonda Rucker will perform on Feb. 2, and guitar picker extraordinaire Wayne Henderson plays on Feb. 18. Renowned banjo player and Appalachian raconteur David Holt will give a public concert on April 12. Davidson’s concert series became an official stop on the Blue Ridge Music Trail, an online guide to finding great musical experiences in the mountains and foothills of North Carolina. “This is music making on a high level,” says Lawing. “There is music that we all do for fun, but there is something about music making as a serious pursuit, about something higher, regardless of the genre you find. These folks are some of the best in that regard.” www.davidson.edu/the-arts/music/ concert-series LNM

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From top: David Holt, Sparky and Rhonda Rucker, Sheila Kay Adams, Wayne Henderson, and David Tweedle, all part of Davidson College’s Old Time Music Series.

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• Embrace the region’s heritage by visiting San Antonio Missions National Historic Park. In 2015, Mission San José, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Mission Espada, Mission Concepción, and the Rancho de las Cabras were designated as a World Heritage Site, the first in Texas and only the 23rd in the United States. Established by Spaniards exploring the New World, the Catholic Missions brought the Spanish way of life to the indigenous people. Operated by the National Park Service and situated along a meandering parkway astride the San Antonio River, the missions offer fascinating glimpses into daily life, worship, and community found here in the mid-18th century.

Texas Outdoors • Combine San Antonio history, the stunningly beautiful San Fernando Cathedral, and a high-tech laser light show choreographed to inspiring music, and you have the audio/video art installation San Antonio–The Saga. The 24-minute program dazzles several evenings each week on the city’s main plaza and is routinely hailed as one of the best San Antonio attractions. • San Antonio River Walk is such an important and successful economic generator for the city that a $384 million improvement and extension project was recently launched. Whether you’re cruising in a water taxi, jogging or biking along the extensive pathways, or simply enjoying the view from an overpass, River Walk offers plenty of diversions including shops, dining, and strolling musicians vying for your attention. • Hemisfair was the primary site of the 1968 World’s Fair. Today the 37acre area is in the midst of a significant rebirth, yielding way to parkland, pedestrian friendly streets, restoration of historic buildings, and mixeduse retail, commercial, and residential development. Enjoy San Antonio like a local, and bring the kids to this sophisticated “park of the future” with splash stations, a climbing apparatus, ping pong, bocce ball, and great people-watching.

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Eat in the Heart of Texas • Supper, the flagship restaurant at the Hotel Emma, is helping lead a culinary revolution, putting San Antonio all over foodie bucket lists. Chef John Brand’s veggie-heavy touch—65 percent of his menu is from the garden—has a legion of followers craving sorghum and rosemary roasted carrots and honeycrisp apple and parsnip soup. Beefeaters needn’t worry; the grilled beef Santa Maria with tomato parsley and garlic chimichurri will satisfy. There for breakfast? Try Brand’s southwestern take on the Scotch egg made with chorizo—dynamite.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Supper, Nao Latin Gastro Pub, Mezcaleria Mixtli, Supper’s Scotch egg with chirizo.

• Nao Latin Gastro Pub is the restaurant lab of the Culinary Institute of America-San Antonio. Enjoy seafood cazuela, chivito sandwhich, ceviche, empanadas, and any number of Latin dishes in this funky, inviting space.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Hotel Emma, Hotel Emma Lobby, and Pearl Brewery, a turnof-the-century building that has been turned into modern retail, restaurants, and gathering hubs.

Industrial Chic • The Pearl is a wondrous re-imagination of a historic space and a must-see for visitors. The former site of the turn-of-the-century Pearl Brewery, many of the original buildings have been recast into contemporary public spaces with retail, restaurants, and gathering hubs. • Crowning the architectural achievements at the Pearl is the Hotel Emma. Superlatives fall short in detailing the Pygmalion-like transformation undergone with this property. Industrial chic at its finest, Emma positively shines in service and exalting their guests at every opportunity. New to the scene in late 2015, the Emma is already the gold standard in hospitality in a city known for making its visitors feel welcome. www.visitsanantonio.com LNM

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• Mezcaleria Mixtli is into fine mixed libations using special mezcals, tequilas, and top-shelf spirits. The Mexican fare here is so authentic, the chefs will create your favorite botanas—tostadas and chicharrones—while you wait on the slowbraised comfort foods (carnitas and moles) that come later.

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Lakeside Neurology offers a more natural, holistic approach to your medical problems

This past December, Executive Women LKN held its annual Holiday Luncheon Celebration, where the group elected a new president, Danielle Ratcliff, and board members. They also handed out many community awards, including the Community Service Leader award, which went to Tricia Sisson of The Range at Lake Norman and the Board of Directors Service award, given to Kathy Holden from Home Helpers and Direct Link. Executive Women LKN is made up of professional women who hold positions of leadership in their organizations.

We are now offering an FDA approved medical food (natural supplement) called AppTrim™ for the dietary management of obesity. Make an appointment today to discuss your weight loss goals. We also offer: • Vitamin Testing; Delayed Food Allergy Testing (Food allergies have been linked to many chronic illnesses.) • Evaluation and treatment for Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Neck and Back Pain, Parkinson’s Disease, Neuralgia, Headaches and Epilepsy. • BOTOX™ for migraine prevention • FDA approved medical supplements for the treatment of Insomnia, Fibromyalgia, Peripheral Neuropathy, Joint Pain and Chronic Pain.

Freedom Boat Club Cornelius was recently named Top Club in the entire franchise. The Pacesetters award, as they call it, was given out at the company’s national conference, which was held in Florida Dec. 7-10. Freedom Boat Club is the nation’s oldest and largest boating club boasting over 100 locations in 19 states. Visit freedomboatclub. com for more information.

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Local nutrition company New Earth has launched a new product in addition to its already-present selection of incredibly healthy options. The new BioAgile is a two-ounce natural liquid shot intended to provide a powerful mental and physical boost. To try a free sample and check out some of their other products visit www.clevernutrition. com.

Lori Schneider, M.D. New York University School of Medicine Neurology Residency at Albert Einstein School of Medicine Board Certiﬁed in Neurology since 1995.

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Recently, Davidson College hired a new chief information officer to strengthen its information technology efforts. Raechelle Clemmons will start her new position on Feb. 29 and will be the college’s very CIO. She is planning to advance the college’s mission by encouraging innovation and excellence inside and outside of the classroom. “Raechelle is a proven, visionary leader who understands how technology can transform liberal arts education in today’s interconnected world,” says Davidson College Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty Wendy Raymond. Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat Associates announced the addition of a new chief operations officer on Nov. 30. Karen P. Stull MHA, CMPE has nearly 20 years of experience in the healthcare field, a degree in healthcare management, and a master’s degree in health administration from Pfeiffer University. Most recently the VP of the Pediatric Specialties Care Division with Carolinas Healthcare System, Stull will now be overseeing and managing all 18 branches of CEENTA. — Compiled by Claire Kuhkin. Email business news to kcoleman@charlotteobserver.com

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Snapshot photo by BOB TURNER

On New Year’s Eve Bob Turner, a Mooresville resident for the past 24 years, took this photo on hole No.7 on the redesigned Mooresville Golf Course. “My wife and I were on our evening walk when I noticed the sunset,” says Turner. “I love sunsets and captured it with my Samsung Galaxy 6 phone.” Send photos for consideration to kcoleman@charlotteobserver.com