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Fashion stories beg to be told in pictures and, increasingly, we’re going to continue to bring you stories that are dramatically visual—but there’s always going to be good reading as well.

In this issue, Carol Wills’ story about Hope Reins (page 30) will touch your heart; Corbie Hill’s interview with Rhiannon Giddens (page 22) is stellar; and Jackie Boeheim’s profile of Chickenwire (page 26) will whet your appetite to attend a secret pop-up dinner with celebrated chefs.

If you’re anything like me, this is not the first page you go to in the magazine.

Instead, I bet you look at all the photos before you read anything.

And in this issue, you’ll find plenty to please the eye.

You hardly have to be a fashion diva to become spellbound by the sophistication and style showcased in our Spring Fashion portfolio (page 38). The fashion, the settings, the models—all from our own little Triangle! The professionals from Models for Charity were such a talented group to partner with, and it’s wonderful that working with them benefits local charities.

We also wanted to reinforce that fashion is just as available from the boutiques in western Wake as in Raleigh or cities beyond. You’ll see finery from shops in Cary and the surrounding small towns, and every outfit stands testament to the fact that fashion from western Wake is accessible, affordable, and at the leading edge of contemporary. (And yes, every single piece is from a local store.)

If escaping into the great outdoors appeals to you, don’t miss the Spring Fantasy and Fun story (page 48). Egg hunts, antique festivals, wine tastings, a Festival of Legends, and more: The coming weeks are filled with opportunities to adventure out and about.

But the story I keep referring back to is Green Thumbs for All (page 60), with all the gardening tips for spring. Thanks to writer Cheryl Capaldo Traylor for the perfect primer on pruning, planning, and planting.

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48 SPRING FANTASY AND FUN

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60 GREEN THUMBS FOR ALL

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departments 12 THE SOCIAL SCENE 14 TASTE 16 BEER & BARREL 18 MUSIC SCENE 22 CANDID CONVERSATION 26 MINDING YOUR BUSINESS 30 GIVING BACK 34 WARES & WEARABLES 68 EVENT CALENDAR 70 NEWCOMERS NEWS 71 NEW AROUND TOWN 74 DINING GUIDE 82 KALEIDOSCOPE LIVING

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Coffee Champion NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF ART BARISTA STEPH CARONNA POURS ON A COMPETITIVE LEVEL.

// STORY BY CORBIE HILL, PHOTOS COURTESY OF NCMA

IF YOU STOP BY STEPH CARONNA’S COFFEE KIOSK IN THE WEST BUILDING of the North Carolina Museum of Art, you may walk away with a rosetta, a heart, or a tulip in your latte. And if lattes aren’t your scene, there are distinctive cappuccinos, iced coffees, or even tea drinks. And if caffeine isn’t your scene, no matter—locally roasted decaf beans can taste quite good, this barista points out.

Indeed, Caronna knows coffee can be art. She excitedly describes the drinks she’ll be preparing for Art in Bloom, NCMA’s annual festival of flowers occurring this year from March 22nd to 25th. And she does so with the same enthusiasm as an artist discussing a new creation: “We are doing a White Chocolate Orange Blossom Mocha, and we’re doing the Lavender London Fog, which is a tea latte. And then there’s the Violet Mint Latte or a Jasmine Lime Iced Tea. We [plan] to hit every taste.”

Other times, Caronna takes her coffee talents on the road. Earlier this year, she competed in the U.S. Coffee Championships’ barista competition, as she has for six years.

And this year, as in 2017, she cleared the qualifying rounds and will participate in the national competition in Seattle in April.

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The competitions are intense: Competing baristas have ten minutes to make two drinks and present their background information. Caronna seems to enjoy the pressure, and she’s not the only local barista who does.

“The U.S. barista champions who won the world competition in the last two years actually work in Wake Forest,” Caronna says. “They live in Durham, and they’re really good friends of mine.”

(Kyle Ramage, the 2017 champion, and Lemuel Butler, 2016 winner, are co-owners of Back Alley Coffee Roasters in Wake Forest.)

When you compete, Caronna explains, you first pick a coffee you want to present in some way. She gets her beans from Raleigh Coffee Company, and this year her variety of choice is a relatively new plant from Ecuador—one with fruity, grape-type notes to it. In her allotted ten minutes, she presents it as espresso, and then she makes a signature beverage that complements her bean of choice. For this year’s coffee, she’s incorporating a local jasmine green tea, a grape and white balsamic shrub, and a lime leaf around the glass. The judges will score on technique, but mostly on sensory elements like flavor.

“The beverages are really small; they’re like an ounce and a half,” Caronna explains. “They’re like really tiny cocktail beverages, but without alcohol in them.” L

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Stout for Spring TRÁLI IRISH PUB AND RESTAURANT HAS LOCATIONS IN BRIER CREEK AND MORRISVILLE.

// BY JULIE JOHNSON

IN IRELAND, ST. PATRICK’S DAY IS A DAY TO attend mass, enjoy local parades, and go on family outings. On these shores, March 17th has become the date for Irish expatriates to affirm their heritage, and for the rest of us to indulge in the sentimental fantasy of wishing we were Irish, too. Somehow this takes the weird form of dyeing cheap lager green, then drinking too much of it.

If you want to hoist a beer to honor your Irish ancestors (or pretend for a day that you have some), stout is the beverage of Ireland. In an Irish pub, you’ll find about half the patrons enjoying this opaque, black ale all year-round.

With its low alcohol content (roughly the same as a Budweiser), a stout is the perfect beverage for a convivial night with friends and conversation.

The name Guinness is synonymous with stout. The Dublin giant, founded by Arthur Guinness in 1759, is the source of the name stout for this style of beer (formally known as Irish dry stout). Transplanted Irishmen and women pine for the perfectly poured glass of Guinness, said to be at its best in Dublin, and even tastier the closer the pub is to the brewery gates.

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topped with a pale tan head the consistency of lightly whipped cream—is a new wrinkle in the brewery’s nearly 260-year history. Technical innovation (and deft marketing by Guinness) has revised the image of a stout that Irish drinkers at home and stout lovers overseas now think of as solidly “traditional.”

Modern Irish stouts owe their characteristic silky texture to the invention of a nitrogen-driven system to dispense the beer, as opposed to the carbon dioxide-driven systems used to pour other draft beers. Unlike CO2, which is a by-product of fermentation, nitrogen does not occur naturally in beer; it has to be added.

In the 1950s, researchers at Guinness discovered that nitrogen forced into a keg of beer would, like carbon dioxide, protect the beer from the damaging effects of oxygen. But nitrogen also produced much smaller bubbles and resulted in a rich, silky texture and a smooth, round flavor.

The influence of nitrogen on stout was so influential that it launched two different trends.

First, nitro-keg became the standard for all Irish stout on draft. Breweries started using the nitrogen dispensing system for other beer styles, as well. To this day, enthusiasts love the velvety

texture and creamy head a nitro-dispense delivers. Although detractors complain that the blanket of nitrogen blocks aroma and mutes flavor, when it comes to stout, the roasty, almost chocolatey character of stout shines through.

Although nitro-kegs took over pubs, for a time the bottled version consumed at home retained its pre-nitro character. Then, thanks again to Guinness researchers, enter the widget: a little device that could replicate the nitrogen tapping system in cans and bottles. When a chilled container of beer is opened, a capsule containing the correct mix of nitrogen and carbon dioxide creates the tiny bubbles and creamy texture. To call the resulting pour “draft in a can” isn’t the oxymoron it first seems.

In 2003, fascinated British drinkers who dissected empty Guinness Draught cans to understand their secret voted the widget the greatest technological invention of the previous 40 years, beating out both the internet and cloning.

But although the widget allows a stout drinker to enjoy a “proper” pint at home, this only recreates a small part of the Irish pub experience, which typically offers welcoming ambiance and lively chat, facilitated by good food and drink, and perhaps some music. The social aspect of a good night out is important enough to merit its own name in Irish: craic.

To share in this experience—whether on March 17th or not— look for an Irish bar that prizes good cheer over the Kiss-Me-I’mIrish antics. Seek out a patient bartender who takes the necessary minutes to bring a pint of stout to perfection. Shun the hot wings and nachos that may have crept onto the menu and opt for the oysters—a surprisingly good pairing with stout—or a hearty stew.

Then greet your neighbor, and settle in for a leisurely evening, stout in hand. L

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Not Vintage:Timeless ALT-COUNTRY VETERANS 6 STRING DRAG MOVE BEYOND REUNION MOMENTUM WITH THE EXCITING AND EXCELLENT NEW ALBUM TOP OF THE WORLD. // BY BRYAN C. REED

TWENTY YEARS AGO, RALEIGH’S 6 STRING DRAG SEEMED poised for a breakout. The alt-country quartet had already cut their teeth as local peers like Whiskeytown were just forming. By 1996, the band was readying its landmark sophomore album, High Hat, for release on Steve Earle’s E-Squared imprint. (Earle produced the album too.)

2018 feels similarly promising for the band. In addition to giving High Hat a deluxe vinyl re-issue in January, the quartet of singer/guitarist Kenny Roby, bassist Rob Keller, guitarist Luis Rodriguez, and drummer Dan Davis will release its fourth studio album, Top of the World, with a headlining show at The Pour House on March 9th.

And, indeed, Top of the World finds the band in fine form, reinvigorated by new members and polished with veteran finesse.

“In our 40s, we get to be in a band that feels exciting and fresh,” says frontman Kenny Roby. Exciting, fresh, and—quite possibly—as

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great as they’ve ever been.

Comparing Top of the World to High Hat, it’s clear that 6 String Drag’s restless creativity and broad span of influences hasn’t waned. Where the ‘90s iteration of the band gleefully added shots of classic rockabilly, Dixieland jazz, and vintage punk into their rootsy bar-rock brew, the current incarnation offers a smoother, but no less dynamic, approach. “Small Time Punks” roars with class of ‘77 vigor, while Roby reminisces vividly about the early days of his rock ‘n’ roll career. But on “Every Time She Walks on By,” the band buoys a power-pop riff with swells of soulful organ, and with the title track, Roby gives his croon a weary creak for a plaintive ballad reminiscent of his gorgeous 2013 solo album, Memories & Birds. Front to back, Top of the World showcases a band not only capable of synthesizing influences, but also of bringing nuance and personality to rock ‘n’ roll’s well-trod territories. It’s not retro or vintage, it’s timeless.

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But the machinations of the music industry don’t offer the same promise they once did. To wit, the trip to Kernersville’s Fidelitorium Recordings and assistance from producer Jason Merritt—both vital to Top of the World’s rich sound—were subsidized by fan support via a PledgeMusic campaign. The imprint associated with Raleigh’s stalwart vinyl shop Schoolkids Records adds support in distribution and promotion. “For most bands, that’s the best-case scenario,” Roby says. “They can just hand a record off that they’ve paid for and the label will take over.”

Having weathered the tumultuous record business for decades, Roby has earned perspective. “Your commercial goals have to take a backseat to the artistic goals,” he says. “So I put a lot more focus on that.”

And with Top of the World as evidence, that focus has paid off.

Besides, 6 String Drag is more than a creative outlet; it’s a family. Upon releasing 2015’s Roots Rock ‘N’ Roll—a snappy throwback to 6 String Drag’s classic soul-country-rockabilly simplicity, which briefly brought original drummer Ray Duffey and guitarist Scotty Miller back into the fold—Roby noted, “Being back with these guys sure felt like home again.”

After Duffey and Miller departed again, 6 String Drag soldiered on with Rodriguez and Davis, who joined the band in 2014 and 2016, respectively.

But the band’s principal duo, Roby and Keller, have helmed the band from the beginning, debuting as 6 String Drag in 1993. Their partnership has been the band’s constant.

In their 20s, Roby and Keller were roommates and co-workers at the Clemson, South Carolina record store Keller’s parents owned. They’d play records by Little Feat or the Louvin Brothers in the shop all day, then try to cover the songs together at night. “It was so formative,” Roby says. “It’s so much of the basis for my music, whatever I do. So to have Rob back around is like a long-lost brother. It’s comfortable.”

Carried by lifelong friendship, a balance of veteran chemistry, fresh inspiration, and the simple goal of making bar-rock good enough to warrant playing on a stereo, 6 String Drag persists. Alt-country legacy or not, major record deal or not, the band is a treasure. L

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Call to Action BEYOND AWARD-WINNING MUSIC, RHIANNON GIDDENS IS A VOCALIST ON MANY FRONTS. // STORY BY CORBIE HILL

MUSIC RUNS DEEP IN RHIANNON GIDDENS’ FAMILY. Her dad and her uncle play, as did their dad. Her sister and her aunt sing, and her nephew is a rapper. Her cousin, Adam Joyce, is the guitarist for Greensboro experimental rock duo The Bronzed Chorus. And Joyce told me I should ask Giddens what her favorite Nintendo game was.

“He’s still sore because I accidentally wiped his Legend of Zelda,” Giddens says, cracking up. “His mom actually tells that story more than he does. I don’t think he probably cares.”

As for her favorite Nintendo game? It’s Kid Icarus.

Indeed, Greensboro is important to Giddens for familial bonds and memories like these—and for the birth of her own music— but her story extends out of Greensboro and across oceans. The 41-year-old musician first rose to prominence as banjoist and fiddler of the Carolina Chocolate Drops, a Durham trio that set out to reclaim African-American contributions to string band music.

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speaker at the IBMA World of Bluegrass Business Conference. She has been a recurring character on the CMT show Nashville, and her second solo record, Freedom Highway, came out in 2017.

On top of all that, last year Giddens was awarded a MacArthur Fellowship, a so-called “Genius Grant” that celebrates exceptional creativity and ability. It will give Giddens the freedom to tour less, yet that doesn’t mean she’s slowing down or even traveling less. Indeed, Giddens lives in Limerick, Ireland, and Greensboro, though she’s in the process of moving her U.S. base to Nashville. And besides, she does have a handful of live dates still on her plate, including an April 14th stop at Raleigh’s Memorial Auditorium.

“I’m just kind of taking it a bit easy for the rest of the year in terms of gigs. And then I don’t know what the future will bring,” Giddens says. “I know I would love to get the band together again and do another record, I just don’t know when or how or what, yet.

I’m trying to not make assumptions about what’s going to come.

That kind of kills artistic creativity.”

Cary Living: Can you tell us more about your decision to move to Nashville?

Rhiannon Giddens: I was in Nashville a lot, filming the TV show and for other things, and my management’s there, and my financial folks are there. I’ve got a lot of friends there who are in the industry. Every time I’m there, I’m just kind of realizing how easy it is to be a musician in Nashville. There’s a support system there that’s not in a lot of other cities. All my family is in Greensboro, so I’ll always be coming back to Greensboro, for sure, to see them.

CL: I was going to ask about you touring less, but it really doesn’t sound like you’ll be traveling any less by any stretch.

RG: Exactly! But I’m definitely going to be touring less after the summer.

I’m looking forward to spending more time with my kids [in Ireland], and working on some large-scale projects that need time off the road. There’s a ballet that I’m working on, and I’m still pushing forward with this proposed production on the Massacre of 1898 in Wilmington that’s kind of been a centerpiece for me.

RG: There’s a great singer-songwriter named Bhi Bhiman who opened up for us for a few tours, and he started singing “Freedom Highway.” I was like, “Oh man, that song is so good!”

I’d forgotten about it, that Staple Singers song, and we started doing it at the shows. It was such a great version. … It was not the title cut when we put it on there. It was going to be the finale for sure. The record was originally called At The Purchaser’s Option. I will leave you to figure out why, but it was directly after the [2016] election that we changed it to Freedom Highway.

People ask if the record was a response to these things: No, the record is a response to the last 500 years of American history— but that name change definitely was a direct response.

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CL: With the song “Freedom Highway,” why did you want to cover that and also make it your title track?

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CL: Your nephew, Justin Harrington, raps on “Better Get it Right the First Time,” which is about police shootings and how young black men have to navigate interactions with police. Can you tell me about working on that song with him?

RG: I wrote it with my co-writer Dirk Powell.

We wrote it one night just because we had been talking about this stuff. I had been thinking about my nephew very much whenever we talked about it, and this song started writing itself. As soon as I started writing it, I knew I wanted Justin to be a part of it. We actually recorded the song without him, and then I gave him the piece and I said, “Look, this came about in part because of conversations with you, and about how you feel about walking outside, and how you feel about engaging with the world the way it is right now—and it’s really important to me for you to put your voice in this.” He’s a rapper. That’s the way he contributed, was through rap. He is very outspoken and he is very much an activist.

It seems to be a family calling [laughs].

He toured with me all last year and we performed the song. It was really amazing to watch how comfortable he became onstage and the audience’s reaction. It was just great.

CL: From your IBMA speech, how do you reclaim the contributions of African-American musicians in American roots music? How do you bring their narratives back?

RG: One of the ways of doing it is exactly what I did: just talk about it for half an hour in front of the bluegrass conference. It’s just taking the opportunity to lay out a watertight argument on the history. The thing is, all of the scholarship is out there. People have done exhaustive research. There’s no reason not to talk about it from a historical point of view. Musically, the Carolina Chocolate Drops was a direct response to the missing narrative of African-Americans in Old Time music. That’s the other way to do it. L

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Chefs Pop Up at Secret Dinners CHICKENWIRE CREATES A VENUE FOR CELEBRATED CHEFS TO UNITE AND SPREAD THEIR CREATIVE WINGS. // STORY BY JACKIE BOEHEIM, PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHICKENWIRE

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BEING A CHEF IS ONE OF THE MOST CREATIVE JOBS IN THE WORLD. With this title, you are able to create remarkable cuisine with little restrictions. The plate is your palette, sauce dances like paint, produce enriches the color, and herbs give a third dimension of heavenly aroma.

Only in this group of culinary excellence can one turn an exotic plant or lesser known ingredient into edible art. Some of the country’s most acclaimed chefs are cooking, baking, and fashioning dishes at our local restaurants.

That’s right, a plethora of talented artists are surrounding us here in the Triangle: Lionel Vatinet of La Farm Bakery finds his niche through baking; Sean Fowler of Mandolin has a passion for turning local ingredients into five-star dishes; and John Childers of Herons makes fine dining an approachable experience.

Regan Stachler, founder of the recently closed Little Hen in Apex was looking for a space where he and his well-known chef pals could relax, enjoy one another’s company, and prepare unbinding dishes.

In 2013, Stachler created Chickenwire, a platform for chefs to spread their creative wings.

“Chefs can bond and spend time together,” Stachler says. “They can inspire each other and cook food that they don’t necessarily have the opportunity to showcase on a daily basis.”

The idea was to build chef camaraderie and inspiration without the pressure inherent to serving in their upscale restaurants. In some ways, this “club” would act as an underground cooking league for top-notch chefs.

Unless you are a major food connoisseur who chases the local grub biz, you’ve likely never heard of Chikenwire. Roughly five times a year, Chickenwire hosts a themed pop-up dinner where local chefs are invited to create and serve to the community. Yes! These dinners are served to the community. However, you have to act fast as tickets are limited and sell out quickly.

Stachler devises the dinner theme and reaches out to chefs in the community who will execute it. For example, in 2015, the theme was “Breaking Bread,” with Lionel Vatinet from La Farm Bakery, Daniel Benjamin of LucetteGrace, and Bill Hartley from The Carolina Inn among the headliners.

“Chefs have full control over what they serve. Themes are allowed loose interpretations.

And together, we bounce ideas back and forth,” Stachler explains.

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Once a theme is set, Stachler, his wife, Dawn, and the service team begin planning the secret events. A venue is handpicked, décor to match the theme is conceptualized, and the right type of service is scouted.

Hopeful event-goers have to join the group mailing list or follow their Facebook page to discover when the pop-up dinners are happening. Once an announcement is made, tickets fly out the door. And here’s the kicker: The guests grabbing tickets don’t know the menu or the location of the pop-up. It’s all kept a secret until 36 hours prior to the event.

This keeps the pop-up exciting and wildly anticipated.

In the past, the “Green With Envy” event was held at Garden Supply Company in Cary and featured chefs from Raleigh’s Midtown Grille, Kimbap Café, and more. Diners enjoyed roasted quail, spicy key lime rémoulade, and local coffee from Muddy Dog Roasting.

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MEMBERS GATHER IN CHEF LIONEL VATINET’S HOME KITCHEN.

The Breaking Bread theme took an intimate spin when the event was held at Chef Lional Vatinet’s home. It turns out that Vatinet has a wood-fire oven and a beautiful space to host his many chef pals and eager guests. Chef Clark from The Carolina Inn prepared black drumfish from the North Carolina coast, and the event was a passionately talked-about feast. Guests did not leave hungry, as there were many dishes prepared by the nine chefs in attendance.

Chickenwire works exclusively with Crude Bitter for cocktails. Crude produces small-batch bitters and sodas. They are holders of two Good Food Awards and one food award from Southern Living magazine. In addition to providing innovative cocktails, Chickenwire also has beer brewers in-house.

Portions of the ticket purchases are donated to charity.

In the past, Chickenwire has donated to Slow Money NC, an organization that supports local farmers and food enterprises.

They’ve also given graciously to Triangle Family Services, whose mission is to build a stronger community through family. And the Western Wake County Farmers Market has also received donations from the organization.

If you enjoy the element of surprise, outstanding food, and giving back to our community, be on the lookout for future events. In fact, Stachler whetted our appetites with the announcement, “We are gearing up to present one pop-up dinner later this year; that’s all that is currently slated, but our schedule is fluid.”

So go ahead, join that mailing list and get in on these elite events where you can meet local chefs face-to-face. Email a request to be added to the mailing list: chickenwirenc@gmail.com and find them on Facebook: ChickenWire-NC. L

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Where Hope and Horses Heal ON A 33-ACRE RANCH, CHILDREN WHO’VE HAD TOO MUCH PAIN IN THEIR LIVES FIND GENTLE FRIENDS.

BY CAROL WILLS, PHOTOS BY THE INDIE IMAGE

SUMMER CAMP IS A SPECIAL TIME AT HOPE REINS.

WHEN GABE AND MARCUS MET ON A HOT JULY DAY a meaningful relationship began, and with it the start of Hope Reins. Turns out, Gabe, a former party pony, was the perfect friend for a 10-year-old foster boy who had been rescued from a horrific home life. Marcus, who was once forced to eat dog food for nourishment, was the first child to benefit from an equine counselor at Hope Reins.

That was in 2010, the year when Kim Tschirret envisioned the idea for a healing ministry for youngsters dealing with distressed circumstances, whether that was a history of neglect or abuse, or a traumatic event like losing a parent or sibling. Tschirret felt that interacting with horses—feeding them, grooming them, riding them, and, most importantly, developing a relationship with them—would benefit children who were hurting. Today, Hope Reins has served 2,000 children, ranging from five to 18 years old, from 14 eastern North Carolina counties. It grew from a single pasture rented from Bay Leaf Baptist Church to a spacious 33-acre ranch and a herd of 16 horses, with many in the herd having been rescued themselves.

To promote healing, Hope Reins hosts therapeutic sessions between the child, the horse, and a session leader. Adult volunteers who are gifted with horse experience and who have a love for children help lead the one-on-one 90-minute sessions. These sessions are completely free for the children and their families.

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Over the past seven years, Hope Reins has conducted more than 8,000 sessions, providing support for children from many different backgrounds and a range of challenging circumstances— some have suffered abuse or neglect; others are coping with grief, debilitating anxiety, and chronic or life-threatening illness; and some are living in an at-risk environment.

In addition to serving as a session leader, volunteers at Hope Reins can help in a number of ways. Currently, there are 190 volunteers and the opportunities to become involved range from doing chores on the farm to working with families: Listeners are adults with a heart for families, and they provide encouragement and a listening ear to the parents and guardians of the session kids. Play Pals serve as part of a team that brings fun and laughter to the siblings of the session kids. Feeders spend time with the horses and serve on a team to keep the horses healthy and well fed. The Property Team keeps the ranch welcoming, beautiful, and functioning, while the Hospitality Team welcomes newcomers into the Hope Reins family by giving tours on Saturday mornings. The Development Team assists with marketing, communications, social media, events, donations, and community relations.

All of the work that keeps the ranch going is done by volunteers and Hope Reins also partners with a number of community organizations like Ronald McDonald House, the Durham and Raleigh

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Rescue Missions, the Boys and Girls Clubs, and organizations connected with the military. Project Fight, an initiative sponsored by the Salvation Army to provide shelter and rescue for victims of sex trafficking, is another of Hope Reins’ community partners.

It takes teams of volunteers, community partnerships, and the support of many donors to keep the operation running effectively. The horses, whose patience and affection make such a difference in these children’s lives, require feeding, grooming, and veterinary care. There are always opportunities to sponsor a horse, and the cost of sponsoring one horse is $250 per month or $3,000 per year.

Giving, in itself, can offer healing to those who are hurting, and a generous donation from Fielding and Kim Miller supplied the means to build a much-needed covered arena where children and horses could be sheltered from cold winds in the winter and blazing sun in the summer. The arena is named Cameron’s Arena in memory caryliving.com | 31

givingback ASHLYN STANDS WITH SHILOH UNDER THE NEW 12,000-SQUARE-FOOT ARENA CALLED CAMERON’S ARENA. ASHLYN LOST HER DAD TO SUICIDE.

of the Millers’ daughter, who took her own life a little over a year ago.

The immense steel structure, wrapped in wood, measures 12,000 square feet. Large fans, ceiling lights, and electric side walls that enclose the arena enable Hope Reins to serve children and horses year-round, despite fading daylight hours or inclement weather.

Hope Reins continuously benefits from the dedication and creativity of its volunteers, who see new opportunities and make them happen.

Take Jim Reason, who serves as a session leader, but also began to teach children how to fish in the two ponds on the property. This effort culminated in the first Hope Reins’ Fishing Tournament last May. Collectively, 15 children caught 61 fish.

There’s also a Hope Reins Community Garden, started four years ago by Denise Etheridge. She now maintains the garden along with Suzanne Carr, who, as the garden team coordinator, lays out the garden and decides what to plant. L

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DESTINY SPENDS QUALITY TIME WITH TWINKLE, THE TINIEST MEMBER OF THE HERD. TWINKLE WAS WAS MALNOURISHED AND CHAINED IN THE BACK OF A JUNKYARD WHEN RESCUED BY HOPE REINS.

If you feel inspired to volunteer at Hope Reins, please come by on a Saturday morning between 8:30 and noon, and take the tour at 10am.

The address is 8420 Wake Forest Highway, and you will find an application for a volunteer position or a chance to donate on the website HopeReinsNC.org.

RUKA ALMOST STARVED TO DEATH BEFORE HER RESCUE, BUT NOW THE GENTLE GIANT IS A SUPPORTIVE FRIEND FOR YOUNG CHILDREN LIKE CADENCE.

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Spring Fantasy and Fun OUTDOOR FESTIVALS ABOUND IN WESTERN WAKE // BY CORBIE HILL Going outside for a walk around a trail is pretty nice, and taking the kids to a park is even better.

But spending a whole day at an outdoor festival— that’s memory making. Especially in the close-knit communities of Western Wake, where neighbors run into neighbors and children encounter school friends. There’s almost a collective sigh of relief as we shed our heavy coats and relish the feel of spring fever rising.

Below, we’ve selected seven of the Western Wake festivals that are slated to happen from March to mid-May. Whether you’re looking to hunt colorfully decorated eggs, revel in a fantasyland, or peruse antiques, there’s a wide variety of events to choose among. To find a Raleigh-oriented list, please pick up a copy of our sister publication Midtown magazine.

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The Festival of Legends April 14th and 15th, 10am to 6pm | Optimist Farm, Apex COST: $12.50 for a one-day pass; $15 for a weekend pass; VIP packages start at $44. Children 12 and under are free.

THE SCOOP: Let’s be clear, this isn’t a Renaissance Faire, but a fairy festival. Where Ren Faires aim for some degree of historical accuracy, fairy festivals are in it for folklore, myth, fairytales, and even some modern fantasy and fiction. Both types of events, though, provide a form of escape from modern life and its responsibilities. The Festival of Legends celebrates magic and imagination. Entertainment includes Celtic harp music, aerialists, mounted archery, and, yes, jousting.

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Spring Fling March 17th, 8am to noon Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, Holly Springs COST: FREE THE SCOOP: Let loose at the Holly Springs festival that kicks off the spring season with a traditional egg hunt and many appealing activities for kids—bounce houses, games, and likely a visit by a big white bunny. For those Holly Springs residents who seriously need to engage in some spring cleaning, Spring Fling also features a community yard sale. To register for the yard sale, call 919.557.9603.

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PEAKTIQUE Antique & Collectibles Festival April 6th and 7th, 8am to 5pm Norris Industrial Park, 3350 Apex Peakway, Apex COST: An Admission donation of $5 is requested and will cover both days.

Children 12 and under are free.

THE SCOOP: The PEAKTIQUE festival is celebrating its second year and anticipates 25 antique dealers will participate this year. (Last year, 15 antique dealers exhibited and nearly 700 people attended.) As the name suggests, the festival is all about antiques and collectibles made before 1975. Sponsored by the Apex Downtown Business Association (ADBA), the Apex Historical Society, and the Town of Apex, the festival raises funds to support and promote historic Apex.

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Spring Daze April 28th, 9am to 5pm | Bond Park, Cary COST: FREE THE SCOOP: Cary’s Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resourcesdepartment takes livability very seriously and plans its programs accordingly. For instance, April is “Fit Cary Month,” which is focused on health and wellness. March 3rd sees Bond Park’s annual Kite Festival; March 17th is Cary’s Arbor Day celebration at Downtown Park; and on May 12th, Ritmo Latino brings Latino and Hispanic music, dance, food, and culture to Town Hall.

The centerpiece of all these celebrations is Spring Daze, on April 28th, which also features an Earth Day. What sets Spring Daze apart is the wealth of local artists it draws—more than 170! There are four stages and a children’s village where your kids can check out interactive exhibits and hands-on crafts.

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Great Grapes Wine and Food Festival May 5th, noon to 6pm (VIP admission at 11 am) Town of Cary’s Booth Amphitheatre COST: $33 to $55, and $20 for “designated driver� admission.

Kids 12 and under free.

THE SCOOP: If you love outdoor festivals and the stuff grapes grow up to be (to borrow a phrase from Bob’s Burgers) then maybe Great Grapes is your speed. With 22 wineries and more than 200 wines, this may just be the place you find your new favorite pinot. There’s a free children’s area, too, for those who’d like to make this one a family excursion. Just please promise us you’ll assign a designated driver.

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Apex Peakfest May 5, 9am to 5pm Salem Street in Downtown Apex COST: FREE THE SCOOP: Apex offers its share of festivals throughout the year—a music fest, a barbecue fest—but Peakfest is the largest, and has been a tradition in this Wake County town for 38 years.

For nearly four decades, on the first Saturday in May, vendors, musicians, bounce houses, street performers, and a festive vibe descend upon downtown.

Peakfest is referred to as an arts and crafts festival, but there’s tons of food, fellowship, and live music all day—and typically more than 22,000 of your friends and neighbors in attendance!

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Morrisville Springfest May 19th, 4pm to 9 pm | Town Hall Drive, Morrisville COST: Free admission. $20 for 25 game tickets, or $1 per individual game ticket.

THE SCOOP: Don’t feel like waiting for the N.C. State Fair to ride rides and play carnival games? No matter, Morrisville’s Springfest brings the Midway to Western Wake. Springfest will be its own entity for sure, though, as it pairs the Midway games-and-rides experience with delectable local food trucks like Ed Mitchell’s Q on Wheels, Oak City Fish and Chips, and Bulkogi Korean BBQ.

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Green T humbs For All Spring is the perfect season for pruning, planning, and planting.

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// BY CHERYL CAPALDO TRAYLOR

As warmer weather arrives in the Triangle, along with it comes eager gardeners ready to dig their hands, spades, and shovels into the soil. Knowing what to do and when to do it can be overwhelming, but landscape professionals from three local garden centers offer tips for a successful spring gardening experience.

First Things First: Bed Prep and Pruning in Early March If you are preparing new beds, incorporate organic soil conditioners and enhancers before planting.

Clay soils, common in this area, have different requirements than sandy soils. It is a good idea to have your soil tested, so you will know the proper amendments to add. Testing is available year-round through the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Clean up existing garden beds by raking out the last of the autumn leaves. Winter-damaged ornamental grasses, such as maiden and fountain, can be cut back nearly to the ground in early March, before new growth emerges. Steve Brown, nursery department manager at Homewood Nursery & Garden Center in Raleigh, recommends pruning the woody stems of hardy lantanas and hibiscus to the ground now. New growth will appear from the base in April.

When pruning, timing is critical for different species. Many roses, including overgrown Knock Out roses, can be pruned in early March, but climbing roses are pruned after blooming. Evergreen hedges can be pruned minimally to keep them in shape.

Most heavy pruning of shrubs is done in late winter before new growth starts. John Higdon, owner of City Garden Design in Cary, says a common mistake is pruning shrubs at the wrong time and losing the flowers. “Wait until after spring-flowering shrubs bloom, then prune,” he cautions. Dead or damaged wood can be removed at any time.

Crepe myrtles can be pruned in early March, but should never be topped off to control height.

“Please don’t murder your crepe myrtles,” says Mike Riha, director of design at Atlantic Gardening Company in Raleigh.

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Digging In: What to Plant in March and April The spring planting season begins in March with hardy perennials such as purple coneflower, heuchera, salvia, verbena, black-eyed Susan, and phlox. Shrubs can still be planted, but the earlier in the season the better, so that the roots become well established before summer. Wait until after the average last-frost date before planting annuals and tender perennials like petunias, coleus, and begonias. In the Triangle area that is typically mid-April. Bulbs and tubers such as elephant ears, alliums, lilies, caladiums, cannas, and dahlias can be planted after the soil temperature has warmed and all threat of frost has passed.

Brown says ensuring healthy root growth is important when planting in the spring. He suggests using a liquid root stimulator or an organic starter fertilizer, like Bio-tone, to help newly planted roots get well established. Without good roots, the plants will struggle all summer.

The first consideration when choosing plants is picking the right plant for the right place. Don’t buy a shade plant for a sunny spot, or plant a tree where a shrub would be a better fit. Check each plant’s requirements and make sure they match your landscape conditions.

Although it’s tempting to buy 10 different plants, that won’t create the biggest visual impact. “Pick three or four plants and buy five of each one. It will cover a larger area, look more cohesive, and put on a greater show,” Riha recommends.

Leslie Froh, landscape designer and Riha’s co-worker at Atlantic Gardening Company, suggests that March is a good time to dig up and divide perennials. She says, “You’re basically getting two or more plants for the price of one.” Riha adds, “It’s also important to do this because it improves the health of the plant.” Shasta daisies, bee balm, and hostas are a few that can be divided now.

Higdon says clients always want more color in their gardens. He recommends incorporating tropicals into beds, and he especially likes bougainvillea for its vibrant color and long-lasting blooms. He notices a growing trend of mixed-use gardens where ornamentals are planted alongside edibles, such as blueberry and raspberry bushes. “That way you are getting more than just a shrub, you are actually providing food for yourself or the birds,” he says.

Shrinking lawns are also becoming more popular. “People want to start using their land for more than just grass. They’re getting more bed space, using less fertilizer, and creating less runoff. That’s a good thing for the environment,” he adds.

When planting in the spring, also remember to plan ahead for interest in later seasons by including plants that provide fall leaf color, winter bark, and interesting seeds and berries. After beds are planted, a

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layer of mulch offers a finished look, holds in moisture, controls soil temperature, and discourages weed growth. Pine straw, pine bark, and hardwood are popular mulch choices.

All of the landscape professionals agreed on one thing: Don’t be tempted to think that more is better when it comes to mulching. They caution homeowners to leave space between each plant—whether it’s a tree or perennial—and the mulch. Neglecting to do so results in limited airflow, water restriction or retention, and inhibited growth.

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Don’t forget herbs when you are planting your containers. Many, such as rosemary and thyme, provide wonderful fragrance, and can also be used in cooking. Higdon suggests planting small citrus trees in containers, noting that he had more than 70 lemons on one tree last year.

Brown, Froh, Higdon, and Riha all agree that an important part of having a successful garden is visiting local garden centers, getting to know the staff, and asking lots of questions. Brown emphasizes, “We want you to succeed.

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For bodies that have spent the winter indoors, gardening can pose physical challenges and—in some cases— create injuries.

Most of the injuries Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein sees each spring are to the upper extremities—elbows, wrists, and shoulders. Wittstein is an orthopaedic surgeon at Duke Raleigh Hospital, who specializes in sports medicine. “As the weather gets nice, people go outside to garden and there’s often a lot of lifting, digging, weeding, and using tools repetitively,” she explains. “That is the perfect setup for an overuse injury like tendonitis.”

Many people develop injuries—like tennis elbow, back strain, and shoulder pain—because they are going from fairly sedentary indoor activities to intense outdoor activities.

Wittstein says the best way to avoid an injury is to build up your strength in preparation for spring gardening activities.

“Proactively strengthen your arms and your core, so that you are ready to participate without putting yourself at risk of injury,” she says.

She recommends doing some light stretching and strengthening of the muscle groups you will be using. A simple exercise that helps avoid tennis elbow is holding the elbow straight and slowly bending the wrist first up, then down. Repeat several times on each arm. She also suggests using TheraBands or pulley-type exercises at the gym to strengthen shoulder muscles.

To avoid back strain when lifting heavy items, like potting soil, remember to lift with your knees, not with your back.

Wittstein advises, “Squat down and pick something up with your back upright, instead of bending over and awkwardly trying to extend your back.”

If you do experience aches and pains, it’s important to address symptoms as early as possible with home-treatment options like stretching, strengthening, resting, and using ice and an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory. “Most of the time overuse injuries should get better with rest,” Wittstein says.

If symptoms persist for more than a couple of weeks, she suggests coming in to be evaluated by an orthopaedist.

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SUPER RUN GALACTIC HEROES 5K March 3, 8–11am 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary The Super Run Galactic Heroes 5k is a superhero themed run where you become a real-life superhero! Grab your Galactic cuffs and fly over to The Super Run for a 5k fun run, music, festivities, and more. townofcary.org

MARCH MADNESS FASHION SHOW March 10, 11am–2pm 1221 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina The Fuquay-Varina Woman’s Club will host the March Madness Fashion Show at the Windsor Point Retirement Community. There will be finger foods and desserts served along with refreshments and door prizes. rightherein.com

OUTDOOR WINTER FARMERS MARKET March 3, 9:30am–12pm E. Center Street Parking Lot (across from Town Hall), Holly Springs The Farmers Market offers farm-fresh produce, baked goods, artisanal foods, all-natural bath and body products, all-natural meats, and much more. hollyspringsnc.us

BEATLESQUE March 10, 7:30pm 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs Beatlesque is a four-piece Beatles tribute band based in Raleigh. In costume and in character, the fab four members of Beatlesque enjoy the challenge and the thrill of recreating the music that we all know and love. hollyspringsnc.us

SUPERFUN SATURDAY March 3 & 17, 10:30am–12:30pm 237 N. Salem Street, Apex Join the Halle Cultural Arts Center for “super” fun with free arts and crafts for children. apexnc.org

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KITE FESTIVAL March 3, 12:30–3pm 801 High House Road, Cary Bond Park’s 23rd annual Kite Festival is a fun way to spend the afternoon flying kites and watching others soar! Rain date is March 4th. townofcary.org INTRODUCTION TO VEGETABLE GARDENING March 4, 1:30–4:30pm 4000 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary This is a three-hour class for beginning gardeners on the basics of starting a vegetable garden.

Topics include: planning, planting and care, managing common problems, and harvesting your vegetables. wakegov.com/libraries THEATRE CAFÉ: WOMEN OF COLOR – POWERFUL PLAYWRIGHTS March 6, 7–8:30pm 122 E. Chatham Street, Cary Poet and playwright Naima Yetunde Ince leads a discussion about experiences, challenges, responsibilities, and stories told by female playwrights of color, punctuated by select dramatic readings. townofcary.org COMPOST GIVEAWAY WORKSHOP March 8–10 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary Learn more about the oldest form of recycling on Earth: composting! Along with a tour of this historic working urban farm, participants receive three free bags of compost, two books, and a one-on-one Q&A with a compost expert. townofcary.org

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RUNNING OVER CANCER 5K March 11, 10am–2pm 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary Race, run, jog, or walk the 6th Annual Running Over Cancer 5k. Celebrate crossing the finish line with free food and music. townofcary.org CARY BALLET COMPANY PRESENTS SPRING WORKS March 16–17 101 Dry Avenue, Cary Spring Works features an enchanting version of Jungle Book by Timour Bourtasenkov; excerpts from the classical Indian love story La Bayadère; and contemporary works choreographed by artistic director Mariaelena Ruiz, Heather Iler, and Yaqshaan Medan. caryballetcompany.org FAMILY WILDERNESS SURVIVAL March 16, 5–7pm 190 Bond Park Drive, Cary Working together as a family, learn the basics of what you need to know to survive in the wilderness. In this hands-on class, you will learn a range of basic survival skills including building shelters and making fires. townofcary.org THE REVELERS March 16, 7:30pm 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs Grammy nominated artists The Revelers proudly represent Southwest Louisiana in their unique sound. Original Cajun, country, blues, and zydeco combine into a powerful tonic of roots music that’s sure to get you moving. hollyspringsnc.us

INDOOR WINTER FARMERS MARKET March 17, 9:30am–12pm 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs The Farmers Market offers farm-fresh produce, baked goods, artisanal foods, all-natural bath and body products, all-natural meats, and much more. hollyspringsnc.us HERB CONTAINER GARDEN CLASS March 17, 2–4pm 1421 Old Apex Road, Cary Enjoy fresh herbs straight from your garden year-round! In this class, Anna will teach you secrets to successful herb gardening. You will then have the opportunity to make your own garden. gardensupplyco.com CONTAINER VEGETABLE GARDEN CLASS March 18, 2–4pm 1421 Old Apex Road, Cary Growing your own vegetables is a rewarding and healthy hobby! Join Anna as she takes you through vegetable seedling selection, planting, and care. Participants will then create their own vegetable gardens. gardensupplyco.com SPRING FLING AND COMMUNITY YARD SALE March 24, 8am–12pm Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs This free annual event includes games, inflatables, music, and much more. The egg hunt begins at noon. hollyspringsnc.us 8TH ANNUAL BREAK THE SILENCE 5K RUN/WALK March 24, 10am 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary Raise awareness for suicide prevention and benefit the NCSU Student Counseling Center when you participate in their Break the Silence 5k! ncsubreakthesilence.com GRACEFUL EXPRESSIONS DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS ALICE IN WONDERLAND March 24, 4:30pm & 7:30pm 101 Dry Avenue, Cary Come on an adventure with Alice in Wonderland!

This hour-long performance is the perfect introduction to ballet for young audiences. townofcary.org ART EXHIBIT OPENING: APEX HIGH SCHOOL AND FRIENDSHIP HIGH SCHOOL March 29, 6–8pm 237 N. Salem Street, Apex Apex High and Apex Friendship High electrify the community again with their fresh and energetic portrayals of life in youth and all the adventures, pitfalls, and angst that may entail. apexnc.org

APEX PEAK-TIQUE April 6–7 3350 Apex Peakway, Apex The 2nd annual Apex PEAK-TIQUE Antiques and Collectibles Festival takes place April 6th–7th. apexpeaktique.com BANDS, BITES, AND BOATS April 6, 5–8pm 190 Bond Park Drive, Cary Back for its second year and now featuring local breweries. Enjoy live music by Garrett Newton Band, delicious food from Oak City Fish and Chips, local beer from Brueprint, and evening boat rentals. townofcary.org THE MALPASS BROTHERS April 6, 7:30pm 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs This is music steeped in the legacy of the Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Hank Williams, Sr. and others. hollyspringsnc.us POETRY & POP: CELEBRATING TURKISH POETRY THROUGH MUSIC April 6, 8–10pm 101 Dry Avenue, Cary Celebrate the beauty and meaning of Turkish poetry, with adaptations set to music. Sure to please poetry fans and music lovers alike. townofcary.org FUNDRACER COLOR IN MOTION 5K April 7, 8am–12pm 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary Color in Motion 5k is a chance for you and a thousand of your closest friends to dress wacky, throw color on each other, and create memories that will last a lifetime—all while supporting a great cause! colorinmotion5k.com OUTDOOR WINTER FARMERS MARKET April 7, 9:30am–12pm E. Center Street Parking Lot (across from Town Hall), Holly Springs The Farmers Market offers farm-fresh produce, baked goods, artisanal foods, all-natural bath and body products, all-natural meats, and much more. hollyspringsnc.us SUPERFUN SATURDAY April 7 & 21, 10:30am–12:30pm 237 N. Salem Street, Apex Join the Halle Cultural Arts Center for “super” fun with free arts and crafts for children. apexnc.org 10TH ANNUAL NAZIM HIKMET POETRY FESTIVAL April 8, 1–7pm 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary Celebrate poetry at this annual festival with poets, scholars, and lovers of poetry. Meet the competition winners, listen to poetry readings and keynote speakers, and then enjoy a reception and hang out with poets from around the world. townofcary.org

SOUTHERN WOMEN’S SHOW April 13–15 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh The Southern Women’s Show is celebrating 33 years in the Triangle! Enjoy celebrity guests, fashion shows, shopping, workshops, food, and more! southernshows.com/wra

ANNUAL BENEFIT AUCTION AND 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION April 21, 6pm 300 Prestonwood Parkway, Cary Events for the night include raffles, a delicious buffet with open bar, prized auction items, volunteer testimonials, and so much more. thecaryingplace.org

40TH ANNIVERSARY CARY ROAD RACE April 14, 8am–12pm 319 S. Academy Street, Cary The 40th anniversary of the Cary Road Race returns to where it all started in downtown Cary. In addition to a 5k, 5-miler, and fun run, enjoy live music, food trucks, local beer, and family-friendly activities. townofcary.org

GIRLS WORLD EXPO April 22, 12–4pm 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevar, Cary Girls World Expo is a day-long event created by local teens for local teen girls. The day will be filled with seminars, performances, demonstrations, and vendors from the Raleigh area. girlsworldexpo.com

PAKISTANI AMERICAN ANJUMAN OF NC’S SPRING FAIR AND PICNIC April 14, 11am–5pm 301 Lochmere Drive West, Cary Experience what Pakistani culture and hospitality is like! Enjoy great food, fun, socializing, games, and prizes. visitraleigh.com

DOWNTOWN CHOWDOWN April 22, 12:30–5pm 319 S. Academy Street, Cary Taste some of the best food in the Triangle or enjoy a cool beverage from craft beer and wine vendors, all while enjoying music from great local performers. townofcary.org

AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERARY TEA: THE POWER OF ONE WORD April 15, 3–5pm 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary Celebrate the power of the written word at a unique participatory event presented by the African American Literary Tea Committee, co-sponsored by Ujima Group, Inc. and the Town of Cary. Refreshments will be provided. townofcary.org

GRANPAPARAZZI PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB EXHIBITION April 27, 5–7pm 120 Maury Odell Place, Cary Granpaparazzi Photography Club was formed in the spring of 2011 as a collection of avid photographers and those wanting to learn more about their cameras. This is the third exhibition of the Granpaparazzi Photography Club. townofcary.org

ANNUAL CONTAINER CLASS April 7, 10am–12pm 1421 Old Apex Road, Cary Join Anna as she helps you to create stunning summer annual and perennial pots. Anna will take you through laying out your pot design, picking out the best plants, and much more. gardensupplyco.com LAKESIDE MOVIE April 20, 4–10pm 190 Bond Park Drive, Cary Come out to Bond Park and enjoy a movie by the lake with your family. The boathouse will be open for you to take a boat out on the lake while you wait for the sun to set. townofcary.org INDOOR WINTER FARMERS MARKET April 21, 9:30am–12pm 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs The Farmers Market offers farm-fresh produce, baked goods, artisanal foods, all-natural bath and body products, all-natural meats, and much more. hollyspringsnc.us CHILDREN’S DAY FESTIVAL OF CARY April 21, 11am–5pm 801 High House Road, Cary This kid-focused festival features stage performances by different schools and cultural group. Off-stage there will be games, handson crafts, face painting, international foods, food trucks, and more! townofcary.org

THE PEAK CITY SINGERS PRESENT CINEMAGIC! HOLLYWOOD’S BEST MOVIE MUSIC April 28–29, 3–5pm 237 N. Salem Street, Apex The show will feature a collection of songs from classic movies, movies about love and adventure, and songs that have received the coveted Academy Award. apexnc.org SPRING DAZE ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL April 28, 9am–5pm 801 High House Road, Cary Spring Daze features over 170 North Carolina artists, entertainment on four stages, delicious festival food and Cary’s annual Earth Day celebration. townofcary.org BOND PARK ADVENTURE DAY April 28, 10am–6pm 190 Bond Park Drive, Cary Bond Park Challenge Course and boat rentals will be open for a day of fun and adventure! This one-day pass gives you access to the high ropes course, zip line, and unlimited boat rentals for the day. townofcary.org

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TA K I N G T H E HURRICANES

BY S T O R M

BY KURT DUSTERBERG

HANG ON, HOCKEY FANS. CHANGE IS ON THE WAY: Tom Dundon was introduced as the new majority owner of the Carolina Hurricanes on January 11th, and he arrived with a decisive strategy, despite a few anomalies. He’s new to town, lives a few states to the west, and is new to the game of franchise ownership.

Dundon, the chairman of Dundon Capital Partners, a Dallasbased private investment firm, has never owned a sports franchise. He describes himself as “not a hockey guy.” But with a diverse business career and the instincts of a serious sports fan, he feels well suited for the challenge. He grew up attending NHL games in New York, and he has close ties to the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, including a friendship with team owner Mark Cuban.

So when Dundon began pursuing ownership of the Hurricanes last fall, he was alarmed by what he saw at his first visit to a home game.

“I came to the game and it didn’t look like what I would want it to look like,” he says. “If I’m going to be involved, I have what I consider the right way to do things, and this isn’t it.”

The Hurricanes once enjoyed a lofty place on the Triangle sports landscape. When previous owner Peter Karmanos Jr. brought the team here from Hartford, Connecticut in 1997, the Hurricanes endeared themselves to local fans. They reached the Stanley Cup Finals in 2002, and won the NHL’s championship in 2006. Carolina’s neophyte fans were quickly the envy of the hockey world, and became widely known for tailgating at play-off games and—memorably—standing throughout Game 7 of the Finals in 2006.

Since then, however, the Hurricanes have made just one play-off appearance, in 2009. Their current eight-year post-season drought is the longest among NHL teams, and attendance has sagged to the bottom of the league.

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details to enhance the fan experience. For Carolina’s game on January 30th, he allowed all ticket holders with upper-level seats to move down to the lower bowl of PNC Arena. The decision was good for the fans and good for the game atmosphere. And in February, the Hurricanes offered a nine-game pass beginning at $97—less than the cost of one game for many lower-bowl seats.

Dundon says he will also insist on players having more interaction with the fans. Already the team has adopted a new procedure for taking the ice at the start of games: Rather than walking directly from the locker room, the players now enter through a “fan tunnel,” and more personal connections are on the way.

“These are young, fascinating people who have made it to the top of their profession,” he says. “As people [get to] know [the players], that’s how we will make them fans. What’s realistic is to gain an emotional attachment to these really talented, committed athletes.”

The changes won’t stop there. He has repeatedly suggested that the Hurricanes will be “best in class” when his changes are put in place. And that includes the arena as well as the community engagement. Eventually, a state-of-the-art scoreboard will be installed above the ice.

“It’s just taking the time and effort, and investing the money and the attention to detail, to get to that level,” the 46-year-old owner declares. “If people are going to spend their money, they should get value for it.”

Fans will appreciate all of the cosmetic changes, but Dundon knows that putting a winning team on the ice is critical to the mission. During his four-year tenure as general manager, Ron Francis has stuck to his plan of drafting and developing players who will make Carolina a regular play-off participant. So far, it’s still a team under construction. The Hurricanes lack the standalone stars that most play-off teams have. That’s an issue. Those players are sometimes available by trade or through free agency, but the Hurricanes have rarely had an appetite for making a splash.

That could be changing.

“I’m not patient,” Dundon told the gathering at his introductory press conference in January. “It’s not going to work for me to be patient.”

So Hurricanes fans will have plenty to watch in the off-season.

The new owner’s mission will reach every corner of the franchise.

“I’m never happy with the way we do things,” Dundon said. “Getting a bunch of people—whether it’s players, coaches, or people on the business side—to enjoy that process, that’s probably the hardest thing about this. I’d prefer to be accountable.

I know we’re not going to do it all right the first time. If you’re willing to mess it up, and fix it until you get to the best outcome, I like that process.” L

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ROCK HARBOR GRILL 132 S Fuquay Ave (984) 225-2256 | rockharborgrillfuquay.com

KASHIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT 309 Crossroads Blvd (919) 851-7101 | kashin.com

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BASS LAKE DRAFT HOUSE 124 Bass Lake Rd (919) 567-3251 | basslakedrafthouse.com

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CARY AWAZÉ CUISINE 904 NE Maynard Rd (919) 377-2599

ABBEY ROAD TAVERN & GRILL 1195 W Chatham St (919) 481-4434 | abbeyroadnc.com ACADEMY STREET BISTRO 200 S Academy St (919) 377-0509 BRIGS AT THE VILLAGE 1040 Tryon Village Dr (919) 859-2151 | brigs.com DAME’S CHICKEN & WAFFLES 1823 N Harrison Ave (919) 234-0824 DICED GOURMET SALADS & WRAPS 1377 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 377-8572 | dicedsalads.com

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WOODY’S SPORTS TAVERN & GRILL 8322 Chapel Hill Rd (919) 380-7737 | woodyssportstavern.com

APEX ABBEY ROAD TAVERN & GRILL 1700 Center St (919) 372-5383 | abbeyroadnc.com APEX WINGS RESTAURANT & PUB 518 E Williams St (919) 387-0082 | apexwings.com OFF KILTER PUB AND GRILLE 1700 Center St (919) 387-3377 | offkilterpub.com PEAK CITY GRILL & BAR 126 N Salem St (919) 303-8001 | thepeakcitygrill.com ROOKIE’S SPORTS BAR 800 W Williams St (919) 363-1896 | rookiessportsbars.com RUDY’S PUB & GRILL 780 W Williams St (919) 303-5061 | rudysofapex.com SALEM STREET PUB 113 N Salem St (919) 387-9992 salemstreetpub.wixsite.com/salemstreetpub THE PROVINCIAL 119 Salem St (919) 372-5921 | theprovincialapex.com

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ASIAN GARDEN 242 Grande Heights Dr (919) 462-8598 | asiangardencarync.com BANANA LEAF 1026 Ryan Rd (919) 468-9958 | bananaleafcary.com CHINA KING 313 Crossroads Blvd (919) 233-8385 | chinakingcary.com CHINA ONE 661 Cary Towne Blvd (919) 461-0088 | chinaonecary.com CHINA WOK 2755 NC-55 (919) 387-9599 | chinawokcary.com

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HWY 55 BURGERS SHAKES & FRIES 802 Perry Rd (919) 303-3533 | hwy55.com

JASMIN MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO 1109 Ledsome Ln (919) 469-1112 | jasminbistro.com

CARY

Caribbean/Cuban

CHEF’S PALETTE 3460 Ten Ten Rd (919) 267-6011 | chefspalette.net

LA SHISH MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 908 NE Maynard Rd (919) 388-8330 | lashish.net

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APEX

DALLAS FAMOUS CHICKEN N’ BISCUITS 1101 E Williams St (919) 362-0051

FUQUAY-VARINA BAGELS PLUS 100 Dickens Rd (919) 285-4980 | bagelsplusfuquay.com

MORRISVILLE

EGGS UP GRILL 1436 N Main St (919) 285-4463 | eggsupgrill.com

CARMEN’S CUBAN CAFE & LOUNGE 108 Factory Shops Rd (919) 467-8080 | carmenscubancafe.com

JUS’ ENUFF HOME COOKIN’ 736 N Main St (919) 567-0587 | jusenuffhomecookin.com

Catering & food service

HOLLY SPRINGS FAMOUS TOASTERY 304 Grand Hill Place (919) 552-3102 | famoustoastery.com

Burgers/Hot Dogs

APEX DONOVAN’S DISH 800 W Williams St, Ste 112 (919) 651-8309 | donovansdish.com

RALEIGH

MAXIMILLIAN’S GRILL & WINE BAR 8314 Chapel Hill Rd (919) 465-2455 | maximilliansgrill.com TANGERINE CAFE 2422 SW Cary Pkwy (919) 468-8688 | tangerinecafecary.com

French CARY LA MADELEINE COUNTRY FRENCH CAFE 1115 Walnut St (919) 388-7282 | lamadeleine.com REY’S 1130 Buck Jones Rd | (919) 380-0122

CARY BARRY’S CAFE 2851 Jones Franklin Rd (919) 859-3555 | barryscafe.com BUILT CUSTOM BURGERS 5033 Arco St (919) 377-2775 | builtcustomburgers.com REMINGTON GRILL 208 Crossroads Blvd (919) 233-1494 | remingtongrill.com

SASSOOL 1347 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 300-5586 | sassool.com THE URBAN TURBAN 2757 NC-55 (919) 367-0888 | urbanturbanbistro.com TURKUAZ MARKET 203 N Harrison Ave, #110 (919) 455-1890

APEX FATTOUSH MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 781 Center St (919) 889-2990 | fattoushmediterraneangrillapex.com

HOLLY SPRINGS MEDITERRA GRILL 108 Grand Hill Pl (919) 762-7851 | mediterranc.com

MORRISVILLE CATERING WORKS 2319 Laurelbrook St (919) 828-5932 | cateringworks.com

Greek/Mediterranean CARY

ROCKY TOP CATERING 1705 E Millbrook Rd (919) 850-2340 | rockytopcatering.com

NEOMONDE 10235 Chapel Hill Rd (919) 466-8100 | neomonde.com

BABA GHANNOUJ MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO 2468 Walnut St (919) 233-0907 | babaghannouj1.com

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Indian

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Italian

CARY

HYDERABADHOUSE | BIRYANI PLACE 3735 Davis Dr (919) 924-0503 | hyderabadhouse.net

CARY

BIRYANI MAXX INDIAN CUISINE 590 E Chatham St (919) 377-0346 | biryanimaxxindiancuisine.com

SAFFRON RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 4121 Davis Dr (919) 469-5774 | saffronnc.com

BIRYANI XPRX (EXPRESS) 748-A E Chatham St (919) 377-1801 | biryanixprx.com CILANTRO INDIAN CAFÉ 107 Edinburgh S Dr (919) 234-1264 | cilantroindia.com HIMALAYAN NEPALI CUISINE 746 E Chatham St (919) 466-0550 | himalayannepalicuisine.com KABABISH CAFÉ 201 W Chatham St (919) 377-8794 | kababishcafe.com

BABYMOON CAFE 100 Jerusalem Dr (919) 465-9006 | babymooncafe.com LUBRANO’S ITALIAN 101 Keybridge Dr (919) 678-9030 | lubranosnc.com RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA, & SPIRITS 101 Market Center Dr (919) 388-3500 | ruckuspizza.com

ENRIGO ITALIAN BISTRO 575 New Waverly Pl (919) 854-7731 | dineenrigo.com LUGANO RISTORANTE 1060 Darrington Dr (919) 468-7229 PAISAN’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE 1275 NW Maynard Rd (919) 388-3033 | caryitalian.com

Irish

NAZARA INDIAN BISTRO 1945 High House Rd (919) 694-5353 | nazaranc.com

PRO’S EPICUREAN MARKET & CAFE 211 E Chatham Street (919) 377-1788

APEX

SRI MEENAKSHI BHAVAN 740 E Chatham St (919) 463-9130 | srimeenakshibhavan.com

DOHERTY’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 5490 Apex Peakway (919) 387-4100 | dohertysirishpubnc.com

ROMA’S ITALIAN 203 N Harrison Ave (919) 468-1111 | romasitalian.net

UDUPI CAFE 590 E Chatham St (919) 465-0898

MORRISVILLE

FUQUAY-VARINA

TRALI IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 3107 Grace Park Dr (919) 651-9083 | traliirishpub.com

ZEERA INDIAN RESTAURANT 1311 E Broad St (919) 762-6215

APEX

BELLINI FINE ITALIAN CUISINE 107 Edinburgh S Dr (919) 552-0303 | bellinifineitaliancuisinecary.com BOCCI TRATTORIA & PIZZERIA 2425 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 803-5358 | bocciitalian.com

MORRISVILLE

TRAVINIA ITALIAN KITCHEN & WINE BAR 1301 Market Center Dr (919) 467-1718 | traviniaitaliankitchen.com

RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA, & SPIRITS 8111 Tryon Woods Dr (919) 851-3999 | ruckuspizza.com RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA, & SPIRITS 2025 Renaissance Park Pl (919) 851-3999 | ruckuspizza.com STELLINO’S ITALIANO 1150 Parkside Main St (919) 694-5761 | stellinositaliano.com

DANIEL’S RESTAURANT & CATERING 1430 W Williams St (919) 303-1006 | danielsapex.com MAMMA MIA ITALIAN BISTRO 708 Laura Duncan Rd (919) 363-2228 | mammamianc.com RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA, & SPIRITS

1055 Pine Plaza Dr (919) 446-6333 | ruckuspizza.com

FUQUAY-VARINA

GARIBALDI TRATTORIA 900 N Main St (919) 552-8868 | garibalditrattoria.com

Mexican CARY BRAVO’S MEXICAN GRILL 208 Grande Heights Dr (919) 481-3811 | bravosmexicangrill.net FIESTA MEXICANA CARY 2839 Jones Franklin Rd, Raleigh (919) 859-1303 | fiestamexicananc-cary.com

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FIESTA MEXICANA NW CARY 990 High House Rd (919) 378-9895 | fiestamexicananc-nwcary.com

Middle Eastern

GUAPO’S TACOS-AREPAS-CERVEZAS 3470 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 372-5070 | guaposcary.com

CARY

LOS TRES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 10120 Green Level Church Rd (919) 267-5444 | lostres-nc.com RANCHO GRANDE 1401 SE Maynard Rd (919) 469-4245 TORERO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1207 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 468-8711 | torerosmexicanrestaurants.com

ROCK HARBOR GRILLE, FUQUAY-VARINA

PATRICK JANE’S GOURMET BAR & BISTRO

BOSPHORUS RESTAURANT 329 N Harrison Ave (919) 460-1300 | bosphorus-nc.com SAI KRISHNA BHAVAN 10970 Chapel Hill Rd (919) 481-0910 | saikrishnabhavan.com TOWER INDIAN RESTAURANT 144 Morrisville Square Way (919) 465-2326 | towernc.com

TOTOPOS STREET FOOD & TEQUILA 1388 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 678-3449 | totoposfoodandtequila.com

Peruvian

APEX

CARY

ARANDAS MEXICAN CUISINE 5460 Apex Peakway (919) 362-7363 | arandasmexcuisine.com

MARCO POLLO 1871 Lake Pine Dr (919) 694-5524 | marcopollocary.com

LA RANCHERITA GRILL & TEQUILA BAR 102 N Salem St (919) 303-2448 | rancheritamex.com LOS TRES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1301 E Williams St (919) 367-6797 | lostres-nc.com/apex.html TACOS MEXICO 209 E Williams St (919) 362-8074

Pizzeria CARY BROTHERS OF NEW YORK PIZZA 3450 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 629-6000 | brothersofny.com

FUQUAY-VARINA

PATRICK JANE’S GOURMET BAR & BISTRO 1353 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 388-8001 | patrick-janes.com

EL DORADO III 112 E Vance St (919) 557-0287 | eldoradomexicanrestaurant.com

PIZZERIA FAULISI 215 E Chatham St, Ste 101 | pizzeriafaulisi.com

EL LOBO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1311 E Broad St (919) 557-9540

RICCI’S TRATTORIA 10110 Green Level Rd (919) 380-8410 | riccistrattoria.com

LA TAQUERIA MEXICAN GRILL 973 E Broad St (919) 552-5532 LOS TRES MAGUEYES 401 Wake Chapel Rd (919) 762-6955 | lostresmagueyes.com TACOS MEXICO RESTAURANT 1430 N Main St (919) 557-1777 | tacosmexiconc.com

HOLLY SPRINGS FIESTA MEXICANA 428 Village Walk Dr (919) 346-1330 fiestamexicananc-hollysprings.com LOS TRES MAGUEYES 120 Bass Lake Rd (919) 552-6272 | lostresmagueyes.com

MORRISVILLE MI CANCUN 1106 Grace Park Dr (919) 650-1718 | micancunmx.com LOS TRES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 995 Airport Blvd (919) 465-0217 | lostres-nc.com/morrisville.html VIVA MEXICAN KITCHEN 4075 Davis Dr (919) 467-2627 | vivamexicankitchen.com

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SALVIO’S PIZZERIA 2428 SW Cary Parkway (919) 467-4600 | salviospizza.com

APEX ANNA’S PIZZERIA 100 N Salem St (919) 267-6237 | annaspizzeria.com J & S NEW YORK PIZZA 804 Perry Rd (919) 363-0071 | jandsnypizza.com JOHNNY’S PIZZA 96 Cornerstone Dr (919) 659-8700 MICHELANGELO’S PIZZA Lake Pine Plaza, 928 US-64 (919) 462-8880 | apexpizza.com NAMOLI’S NY PIZZERIA 5444 Apex Peakway (919) 303-4888 | namolisnypizza.com THE PIZZA DUDE 1763 W Williams St (919) 303-6686 | ncpizzadude.com

FUQUAY-VARINA ANNA’S PIZZERIA 138 S Main St (919) 285-2497 | annaspizzeria.com ASSAGGIO’S 941 E Broad St (919) 557-9505 | assaggios-fuquay.com CAMOS BROTHERS PIZZA 2916 N Main St (919) 285-3749 | camosbrotherspizza.com JASON’S PIZZA 726 N Main St (919) 552-4796 | jasonspizza.info

MICHELANGELO’S PIZZA 7280 GB Alford Hwy (919) 303-7277 | michelangelospizza.com

JASON’S DELI 210 Crossroads Blvd (919) 233-6901 | jasonsdeli.com

TONY’S OYSTER BAR 107 Edinburgh Dr (919) 462-6226 | tonysoysterbar.com

THE ORIGINAL NY PIZZA 634 Holly Springs Rd (919) 567-0505 | theoriginalnypizza.com

NEW YORK BAGEL & DELI 2050 Kildaire Farm Rd (919) 851-9050 | newyorkbagelsanddeli.com

APEX

PAPA’S SUBS & PIZZA 511 N Main St (919) 557-1919

PENN STATION EAST COAST SUBS 700 Cary Towne Blvd (919) 234-1342 | penn-station.co

SPRINGS PIZZA & WINGS 5217 Sunset Lake Rd (919) 363-8852 | springspw.com

SERENDIPITY GOURMET DELI 118 S Academy St (919) 469-1655 serendipitygourmetdelinc.com

MORRISVILLE

J & S NEW YORK PIZZA 500 Broad St (919) 557-6921 | jandsnypizza.com

BLAZE PIZZA 1024 Market Center Dr (919) 465-9590 | blazepizza.com

MILANO PIZZA 7509 Purfoy Rd (919) 557-6093 sites.google.com/site/milanopizzafv

HOLLY SPRINGS ACME PIZZA 204 Village Walk Dr (919) 552-8800 | acmepizzaco.com BLAZE PIZZA Holly Springs Towne Center 316 Grand Hill Pl (919) 557-4990 | blazepizza.com HOMEGROWN PIZZA 4928 Linksland Dr (919) 577-5575 | homegrownpizza.com

MORRISVILLE

SKIPPER’S FISH FRY 1001 E Williams St (919) 303-2400 | skippersfish.com

MORRISVILLE THE FULL MOON OYSTER BAR 1600 Village Market Pl (919) 378-9524 | fullmoonoysterbar.com

PEPPERS MARKET & SANDWICH SHOP 2107 Grace Park Dr (919) 380-7002 | peppersmrkt.com

Steakhouse

GEORGINA’S PIZZERIA 3536 Davis Dr (919) 388-3820 georginaspizzeriaandrestaurant.com

THE BRUNCH BOX 10970 Chapel Hill Rd (919) 380-7276 | thebrunchbox.net

CARY

RANDY’S PIZZA 4129 Davis Dr (919) 468-3737 | randys-pizza.com

Seafood

ROSATI’S PIZZA 3605 Davis Dr (919) 380-7000 rosatispizza.com/locations/morrisville

Sandwich/Deli

CARY DEAN’S KITCHEN + BAR 1080 Darrington Dr (919) 459-5875 | deanskitchenandbar.com

CARY

SHUCKIN’ SHACK OYSTER BAR 4214 NW Cary Pkwy (919) 377-2283 | theshuckinshack.com

HOT POINT DELI 1718 Walnut St (919) 460-6299 | hotpointcary.com

SHUCKIN’ SHACK OYSTER BAR 1010 Tryon Village Dr #705 (984) 232-8463 | theshuckinshack.com

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JIMMY V’S STEAK HOUSE & TAVERN 107 Edinburgh S Dr (919) 380-8210 | jimmyvssteakhouse.com

MORRISVILLE CAPITAL CITY CHOP HOUSE 151 Airgate Dr (919) 484-7721 | chophousesofnc.com

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carysightings TRASH-IN-SHOW Aveda held its annual “Trash-In-show“ in January, a competition between salons where Aveda stylists work together to create a high-fashion gown out of totally

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recycled materials. They were the proud winners in 2017.

LANE & ASSOCIATES NEW LOCATION Lane & Associates Family Dentistry’s newest office opened in January off Tryon Road in Cary! Introducing luxury amenities and concierge service, children get to enjoy an art station and participate in the “My Child’s First Dental Visit Program.” Preserve precious memories with a gift bag of keepsakes including: a framed Polaroid photograph of their first visit, tooth fairy or pirate doll, T-shirt, and a unique baby tooth album.

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APEX FENCING ACADEMY GRAND OPENING Founded in 2010, Apex Fencing Academy celebrated its new location at 504 E. Williams Street in Apex. Stop in to check out their large, unique fencing facility for patrons ages seven and older! The academy offers

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programs for beginners, as well as recreational and competitive levels.

OLICAL HEALTH, PLLC GRAND OPENING Olical Health is personalized healthcare that features a monthly payment plan instead of insurance hassles. They just celebrated their grand opening, conveniently located across from Beaver Creek Shopping Center.

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“This piece reminds me of the blue lagoons of my native Peru. It was part of an exhibition in February at the Campbell House Galleries in Southern Pines.”

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— Constance Pappalardo

Constance Pappalardo is best known for her imaginary landscapes in water media and acrylic. Her work has been shown and collected in the U.S. as well as in Europe and her native Peru. Born in Lima, Peru, she moved to New York City as a child and studied art at the Art Students League and the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan. She moved to the Triangle 32 years ago, and lives in Cary with her husband, author Ron Pappalardo.

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