Surry Living Magazine - April 2022

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HOME, FARM, & GARDEN p.8 8 The Vintage Southern

Homemaker: Gloria Brown shares memories and helpful tips

OUT & ABOUT p.16 18 Martha Bassett:

Good Music, Good People

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CONTRIBUTORS

Martha Bassett

Gloria Brown

Gin Denton

Sheri Wren Haymore

Martha is a singer/songwriter/guitarist living and working in the Piedmont. She hosts The Martha Bassett Show, a twicemonthly musical variety show at Elkin’s Reeves Theater. Past shows are featured Saturday evenings on NPR station, 88.5 WFDD. On Wednesday nights she leads music at Roots Revival, an Americana worship service at Winston’s Centenary UMC that explores the intersection of faith and secular music. She's also a longtime scholar of the music of the Shakers.

Martha has released 11 records and plays throughout the region and nation. Get more info at marthabassettshow.com.

Gloria is co-owner of The Nest & Hive Shoppe, a home décor business in Fancy Gap, VA, as well as the former host of The Vintage Southern Homemaker television show. Her musings on life growing up and living in the South have appeared in publications and on TV throughout the region. She is an expert antiques collector who grew up in the business and worked many years as a dealer in the Yadkin Valley area, where she currently resides.

Gin is the owner of Ginger Horse Studio. Her focus is lifestyle photography, covering horse shows, weddings, concerts, and doing on location portraits. Gin graduated from the University of Findlay with an Equine Business Management degree, where she also studied music and photography. She is a member of the Mount Airy Ukulele Invasion (MAUI) and the Granite City Rock Orchestra (GRO).

Gin resides in Lowgap, NC with her family on their small horse farm.

Sheri grew up in Mt. Airy, NC, and lives thereabouts with her husband. Together they run a couple of small businesses and plan their next vacation. A graduate of High Point University, her first job was as a writer at a marketing firm—and she’s been scribbling ever since. Sheri has several suspense novels in publication and Surry Living was proud to include sequential excerpts from one of her books in each issue from spring 2018 thru early 2021.

Rynn Hennings

Carmen Long

Joanna Radford

Sarah Southard

Rynn is a writer and designer based in the Yadkin Valley region of North Carolina. She loves to share her ideas for adding simple beauty into hectic lifestyles. More than mere recipes, her mission is to offer practical shortcuts for food preparation along with visual tips for presentation. Rynn began her career in Aiken, SC, as a newspaper reporter writing feature articles about food, living, and the arts. For more about Rynn, even more recipes, decorating tips, and much more, visit thehouseofelynryn.com

Carmen is an NC Cooperative Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. Making quick, easy, healthy food that tastes great on a budget is a challenge.

Carmen and her husband have two grown children, both of whom were involved in sports from grade school thru college. With busy careers and lots of time at sporting events, coming up with quick, healthy meals was a necessity.

Carmen shares ideas and recipes to make this tough job a bit easier.

Joanna Radford is the Commercial and Consumer Horticulture Agent for the NC Cooperative Extension in Surry County with expertise in entomology, gardening, and pesticide education. She began her career with NC Cooperative Extension in Stokes County in 1995 as a 4-H Agent, later switching to Field Crops and Pesticide Education in Surry County. In 2012, she assumed the role of Horticulture Agent for Surry County. She lives on a farm with her husband and two teenage daughters.

Sarah grew up at Crooked Oak in the Pine Ridge community of Surry County. Raised in the agriculture world, she went on to earn degrees in animal science and veterinary medicine from North Carolina State University. She and her husband, Adam, currently live in Statesville with Oliver the house rabbit, a few cats, Blossom the donkey, and a flock of Katahdin hair sheep.

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Turn the Radio On

I have told y’all before that there is nothing musical about any member of my family. But there is one thing we could do and that is play a radio. Home, work, or play – the radio has provided our incidental music. I still love the radio. I’m going to bet it has been a big part of your life too.

When I was growing up there was a station that meant a lot to me. A local AM Country and Western station whose call letters were WYDK. Serving the Yadkin Valley with 1000 watts of power. They always made sure we knew that. It sounded like a big deal to me.

I don’t remember exactly when the station started airing but I couldn’t have been any more than six or seven years old. All of a sudden you heard WYDK broadcasts everywhere you went. Every local store and shop, every car you cranked up, every home you visited had WYDK tuned in. Every day from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m., WYDK was there to bring us news, weather, sports, and music. I don’t know what in the world we did before that.

At home, our mornings started out the same. Momma and Daddy were always up by five a.m. My cue to rise was when WYDK came on the air playing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at six a.m. One of them would notice the time and turn on the radio that Momma won at work for perfect attendance for some set number of weeks.

I knew it was almost time to meet the school bus when I heard the closing of “The Word with a Song and a Prayer.” This broadcast segment was exactly as the name implied.

And some days there would be special programming. Live church services or local ball games. Or, like the time our fourth grade class loaded up on the activity bus with our yellow plastic flute-o-phones. We were bound to the radio station to serenade the good listeners of the Valley. I’m sure it was a rare treat.

You could count on WYDK to offer an amazing variety of services to the listeners. The Community Affairs which listed everything from dates and times of church Christmas plays to the softball games at the Lone Hickory Fire Department fields.

There was The Swap/Shop segment. I would say it was the precursor of the yard sale. People could call and tell what they were looking for, what they had to sell, or what they had to swap for.

The birthday calendar was a special favorite of mine. Just call in with your name and date. You could hear you name called out on the radio along with greetings and a dedicated song. This also generated at least a couple of phone calls from well-wishers who had heard your name. Speaking of dedicated songs, you could call in to request a song and have it sent out to anyone, and if you chose, you could add a little message. Sometimes the song said it all. Like when Kenneth sent Linda the song by Jack Greene, “There Goes My Everything.” Everybody knew what had happened.

I would say the most listened to segment would be the daily “Obituary Column of the Air.” The segment intro was a slow and solemn organ piece. It really brought you to the state of mind to potentially receive some bad news. This could also set the telephones ringing. My great-aunt Dessie listened every single day. She kept my children while I worked, before they started school. I’ll never forget one day my daughter, Laura, realized the time and went into a panic because we were not tuned in for the “bit-o-worries.”

That station was like a good neighbor. I miss the folksy goodness of it. I miss hearing local business ads with their catchy jingles.

I miss people calling in for a little chat with the DJs. The station did so much to keep our small area connected.

And now I’ll sign off just like WYDK used to. They always ended their day of broadcasting with the song “Suppertime.” Now there is a song I remember all the words to. It grabbed my heart then as it does now. I don’t know which artist’s rendition they used. But I can tell you that Jim Reeves did it beautifully. Now go Google it and listen.

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The Rock Concert I’ve always loved live music. I’ve been to hundreds of concerts over the years. Rock, jazz, blues, country, Christian, you name it. To me, music sounds better live. But it’s not simply the sound, it’s the whole atmosphere that I love.

Years ago, and well before I was married, I went to a huge concert with a friend. We went into the bar next door, mainly to keep warm while waiting for the concert doors to open.

Feeling the chill, we decided to have a beer or two. Or three.

Not being regular drinkers, we eventually wove our way to the concert on foot, well-lit and ready to have a good time.

The band that night was amazing. I had pit tickets, and the area in front of the stage was crammed with rocking humanity. I don’t think you could have fallen on purpose and made it to the floor. The music was loud, and the crowd was wild.

I only noticed her because I heard yelling. Apparently, she had been working her way through the crowd without much success when an obviously intoxicated woman took offense.

She unloaded a string of obscenities at the young lady and then roughly shoved her back into the crowd. I thought for sure that punches would be thrown, but then the young lady looked my way. I guess she saw my concerned look or maybe just a friendly face, but from 10 feet away and separated by 30 people, we made a connection of sorts. She grinned, sent the angry lady and her friends an apologetic look, pointed at me, and then headed my way.

She made it through the crowd and finally reached my side.

Dressed to the hilt, with little regard for modesty, she leaned into me and yelled into my ear, “That lady was crazy!” I smiled and nodded. She leaned into me again, then turned around, pressing her body against mine. Warmed by the fire of the beers, the loud music, and this beauty who had turned to me for help, I gave into the moment and moved with her to the rhythm of the dance. Spellbound by her beauty and untamed passion, who was I to question such good fortune? For 10 or 15 minutes we danced, moving with the music and the crowd, as if no one else mattered. Then I heard the voice…

“She is my daughter.”

I turned to see who had spoken, but no one was there. At least none of the hundreds of people around seemed to be paying attention to me. I looked back at the girl. She looked up at me, smiled again, and moved even closer. I forgot the voice and moved with her to the fever of the dance.

“She is my daughter,” the voice said again, louder, and more forcefully this time.

I checked again – no one nearby was looking at me. Who is your daughter and who are you? I thought, starting to get agitated.

“I am your Father, and she is my daughter,” the voice said. “See her as I see her.”

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by Larry VanHoose My hair seemed to stand on end and a chill ran down my back.

He – is here? I looked down at the dancing beauty one more time. She was His daughter? She hadn’t yet noticed that I was no longer dancing. Her eyes were closed as she moved with the beat, abandoned to the music and the passion of the dance, lost to the moment.

She may have been lost, yes, but for the first time I realized that she was His lost daughter. For me, that changed everything.

She looked up at me, smiling, then her expression turned to concern.

“What is it?” she yelled into my ear.

“Where were you going?” was all I could think to say.

“What do you mean?”

“When I first saw you.”

She laughed. “Oh – to the bathroom. Do you know where it is and how I can get out of here?”

I pointed toward the gate where the security guard stood. I could see him clearly, but she must have been too short. She shook her head, so I held her hand tightly and led her through the crowd. We made it to the gate unmolested and she smiled at me, tugged my hand, and said something I couldn’t hear. I shook my head and motioned for her to go on. Before I had a chance to react, she kissed me full on the mouth and then turned to go. I watched as she went up the long flight of stairs and out of my life.

“She is my daughter,” He said one last time. “You should love her, but only as I love her. Over time others will come to you who need help. Remember to love them as I love them – for their sake, not yours.”

“This is real love – not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins. Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other. No one has ever seen God. But if we love each other, God lives in us, and his love is brought to full expression in us (1 John 4:10-12 NLT)."

(Editor's Note: The above is a reprint of an article originally published in the June, 2018 issue of Surry Living Magazine)

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by Joanna Radford

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Container gardening is a great way to bring spring to the forefront.

A porch, a patio, or an apartment balcony are plenty big enough for some favorite vegetables and herbs. Whether growing cucumbers for a favorite pickle recipe, tomatoes for a juicy “mater” sandwich, or unique vegetables just because, container growing is fun and easy once you have down a few basics.

Selecting the right container is important, whether purchased, homemade, or recycled. Containers made of wood, clay, and unglazed ceramic, as well as small or dark-colored containers, will lose moisture quicker and need water more frequently than plastic, metal, fiberglass, or glazed ones. Ceramic or clay containers may not withstand winter weather while plastic and wood containers can safely remain outside year-round. The container size should match the plant’s growth requirements.

Select a container that does not restrict root growth. Selecting a larger container than required will decrease the frequency of watering but it is more difficult to move.

carrots, kale, lettuce, radishes, and spinach) tolerate partial shade and prefer three to five hours of direct sunlight each day.

Grow these cool season vegetables late winter to early spring and again fall through early winter. Check out available seeds at your public library. Many of them now have seed libraries.

There are numerous planting possibilities when using containers. Following is an example for container gardening on a patio or walkway where the space is long and narrow or for a corner grouping. (This option assumes partial shade in the spring and full sun in the summer.)

Container One (15-18 inches in diameter and 13-18 inches deep): Place in an area that receives three to five hours of sunlight a day.

Plant lettuce seeds. The lettuce will be ready in approximately 55 days, depending on the variety. Use lettuce transplants to decrease this time. You will get a continuous harvest as lettuce regrows after cutting. Keep the soil moist; lettuce may be bitter if the soil dries out or the weather is hot. Complete the lettuce harvest when nighttime temperatures are above 55 degrees F and daytime temperatures are about 70 degrees F. A tomato transplant can be placed deeply into the center of this container at that time.

Planting media can be purchased or homemade. Garden soil is not ideal since our Piedmont red-clay soil does not drain well and limits roots’ access to air. This soil may contain pests, such as weed seed, disease, or insects. Gardeners can make a soil mix from one-part compost; one-part perlite, vermiculite, or coarse builder’s sand; and one-part pasteurized soil or potting soil. There are many soilless mixes commercially available. These are usually pest free and contain a nutrient supplement. The Mulch and Soil Council certifies planting media. The certification ensures that the product label accurately identifies what is in the bag.

Container gardens need consistent, even watering. Apply the water directly to the soil to minimize splashing on the leaves.

Herbs taste better when the soil dries out slightly between watering. Most plants require fertilizer, but tomatoes, squash, and cucumbers need extra. Herbs grow well in containers, many of them can tolerate partial shade, and they usually require less fertilizer than vegetables.

Container gardening makes succession planting easy. In this practice, plant vegetables every 7 to 21 days to maintain a consistent supply of produce throughout the season. Succession planting may also include planting a new vegetable (or plant) after harvesting the first one.

Selecting plants for containers is the fun part! Place plants that have similar light, water, and nutrient requirements in the same container. Most of our warm-season vegetables and herbs are grown May through September. They grow best with six to eight hours of full sunlight per day. Most cool-season vegetables (beets, 12 • SURRY LIVING April 2022 Issue

Container Two (24-28 inches long, 7 inches wide, and 7 inches deep): Plant thyme, rosemary, and oregano transplants late March to mid-April and place in full sun. Good air circulation prevents fungal diseases; therefore, a large container is desired. These herbs prefer well-drained soil and should not be overwatered.

Creativity can take off here. Plant a bell pepper in the center surrounded by marjoram, parsley, and basil. The marjoram needs the sunniest side of the pot, and the parsley needs the shadiest side. Both tomatoes and bell peppers thrive in full sun and moist soil and require some form of support, which should be put in place at the time of planting. Do not use highnitrogen fertilizer. This will result in more green foliage than actual peppers and tomatoes.

Don’t let limited space prevent you from gardening. Container

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Rain rot is a relatively common problem in equines. Any high-moisture situation, not just rainy seasons, can lead to an infection of dermatophilus congolensis on a horse's skin. Any horse can become infected, but equines that have a weakened immune system due to things such as systemic disease or malnutrition are at a greater risk. The lesions that develop with infection are not usually itchy, but they can be painful.

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There are steps to help prevent dermatophilosis. Regularly grooming your horse spring through fall helps with proper shedding and skin cleanliness. Long hair coats during warm weather or during seasons with fluctuating temperatures can create a favorable environment for rain rot infection. Trauma to the skin caused by biting insects also predispose horses to dermatophilus colonization. Maintaining a good fly control program helps prevent rain rot (and many other problems.)

Keep horses dry as much as possible. If a horse develops infection, keep it isolated from other horses to help prevent spread of the infection. Also, clean and disinfect all grooming tools used on the affected animal prior to using them on other horses.

As we welcome spring, warmer temperatures, and a new growing season, be vigilant regarding moisture control for your equines. Monitor regularly for any scabby, raw, or bald areas particularly along the topline. Remedy any problems quickly so that your horse is ready to hit the trails as soon as you are.

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by Sheri Wren Haymore

WAYNE CREED Before there can be a music festival, there must be music, right?

I spoke with local guitar maker and Bluegrass musician Wayne Creed to learn about the instruments and musical heritage of Surry County.

When my husband and I arrived for the interview, Mr. Creed brought out a favorite of the instruments he had made for us to see. What an exquisite work of art! He had constructed this particular guitar exactly like the old Martin D-45 guitars with eye-catching Brazilian Rosewood back and sides. So that I would understand what a rare instrument he held in his hands, he emphasized that Martin stopped using Brazilian rosewood in the late 1960s because the trees were nearing extinction. Rosewood, which has a greater hardness than even rock maple, is prized for its highly resonant acoustic qualities, and the book-matched rosewood on Mr. Creed’s guitar is uniquely beautiful. It features a lovely Adirondack spruce front, mother of pearl inlays, and goldplated tuners. The headstock spells out “R W CREED” instead of “Martin.” Mr. Creed commented, “I made it such that I can’t sell it,” because of the rare rosewood and all the time and detail that went into making it.

Ever since playing a rosewood Martin 1966 D-45 in 1969 in a guitar shop near Hillsville, Mr. Creed has wanted this iconic model. “That was the best-playing guitar I ever held in my hands,” he said, but it wasn’t for sale. He’s kept the serial number of that instrument in his billfold all these years, just in case he might run across it again. In 2011, while touring the Martin plant in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, at the company’s invitation, Mr. Creed saw one of those prized guitars, valued then at $60,000. Martin still offers a model D-45, with Mahogany back and sides, for around $9500.

Mr. Creed crafted his first guitar around 1975. Before that, he had made a mandolin like a Gibson F-5 (best known as Bill Monroe’s mandolin of choice), sanding it to perfection by hand. Besides guitars, he’s produced three mandolins and four bass fiddles.

“All the training I got, I learned for myself,” he said. Mr. Creed told me that he first started working on bass fiddles when someone brought him a 1945 Kay upright bass that had been in a car wreck and had “flown apart” into seven pieces. Repairing that bass is also how he started playing the bass. That classic instrument now belongs to a local family whose daughters are learning to play it.

I wanted to hear more about the process of creating a guitar. The sides and back, Mr. Creed told me, must be sanded to one-tenth of an inch, and the front even thinner. He uses light bulbs and 16 • SURRY LIVING April 2022 Issue

a steam box to get the wood hot and damp, then bends it into a mold the shape of the sides. Most luthiers use quarter-sawn Sitka Spruce, known for great sound quality, to make the fronts; the braces have a lot to do with the sound, as well.

Some makers tune the top by sanding and tapping on the wood until they get the sound they desire. “I’m just an old farmer,” Wayne Creed chuckled, “I don’t do that.” I’d say by the perfection of the guitar he showed me and his musical legacy, Mr. Creed knows what he’s doing when it comes to acoustics. He commented that musicians can tell a lot about a guitar from its tone. In fact, when Mac Wiseman (of Flatt and Scruggs and Foggy Mountain Boys fame) brought some friends by to make music with Wayne, one of the women in the group played the second guitar Mr. Creed had made. Without being told that the instrument was nearly forty years old, she remarked that it had “aged well.”

Mr. Creed recounted the days when he played alongside legendary fiddlers Tommy Jarrell and Benton Flippen. He began playing with Benton Flippen around age twelve. With a sly smile, he said that his favorite memories were playing with Tommy Jarrell when famous musicians Kenny Baker and Bill Monroe came to town.

From those jam sessions in the early 1970s, the Country Boys Bluegrass band was formed by Creed and his nephew Donald Clifton. The band is still going strong, with Clifton the only original member.

Back in his Country Boys days, while traveling all over North Carolina and surrounding states, Mr. Creed was still farming and working at Westinghouse. Although he declared those years were “rough, working and trying to go make music,” he recalled the

out & about good times camping when his children “would come along.”

During those years, the group would play for square dances at the Fairview, Virginia, Ruritan Club, especially during the winter months. Creed said the folks “up that mountain” could sure dance; they’d “come in the front door dancing and dance out the back” when it was over. So many dancers would come that they’d form two rings of dancers, one inside the other, dancing so hard that he could watch the floor bounce. Playing the bass fiddle for four hours straight was tiring, he said, but the dancers would “holler” if they tried to take a break. The Country Boys also played for the flatfoot dancers competing at the Galax Fiddlers Convention.

Wayne turned down my request that he play his guitar for me, saying that his hands don’t work quite like they used to. A couple of years ago, at the Mt. Airy Bluegrass and Old-Time Fiddlers Convention, he played for the last time when some folks begged him to play for them. Now eighty-seven years of age, he had thought he wasn’t going to make another guitar, but with a twinkle in his eye, he began telling about the walnut boards he had from a blown-over tree. He’s pulled a slice from the middle of the log where “the grain stood straight up,” and he believes he’ll make an all-walnut guitar, out of curiosity to see how it will look and sound.

Now that it’s spring and music festivals abound, go and enjoy the music. No matter the genre, if you’ll pull up a seat beside an oldtimer and ask to hear their story, you can be assured you’ll learn some fascinating things about the music.

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by Martha Bassett

The tagline of the Martha Bassett Show is “Good Music for Good People.” For years, folks have asked me what kind of music I play. I can’t seem to settle on one genre, so I now answer that question with “good music.” When I started presenting other artists as part of the Martha Bassett Show, it was important to me that each show should have something for everyone. I love to put together artists who play old-time with pop with jazz with Americana and see what happens.

I love when artists step out of their comfort zones and something magical happens. I experienced that kind of magic back in February at the Reeves Theater in Elkin, not from the stage, but as a member of the audience.

The band was called Sideline. It was started back in 2013 by five friends in Raleigh who were all members of various touring bluegrass bands. Sideline was the music they made for fun when they were all home. They intended to play eight or ten shows a year, but they failed. Sideline turned into a mainline, performing 180 shows or more annually ever since (with the exception of quarantine times).

Two of the original members now run the band, banjoist Steve Dilling and his son-in-law Skip Cherryholmes of the famous family band, Cherryholmes. Steve is a veteran of the bluegrass scene, having played briefly with the Lonesome River Band and for 21 years with IIIrd Tyme Out. As the senior member (he’s just in his 50s) of Sideline, he’s known some of the current players, including Skip, since they were kids. There have been members who have come and gone from the group. Three of them were in the audience with me and were invited on stage to play with the band. Steve and Skip described Sideline as a brotherhood. Skip said his wife was the real rock star, handling the band’s social media and logistics while also taking care of their two kids. Steve told stories of the band hanging out and enjoying the time on the bus, and even having the kids of some of the members travel with them at times.

When I asked what characterized their sound, Steve and Skip excitedly bounced words off one another, like rock and roll bluegrass, heavy and hard-driving, aggressively rhythmic, even the ballads and blues tunes. They talked about the placement of the vocals in the overall mix being balanced, focusing on arrangement and rhythmic intensity. And they were proud of the band’s ability to cater their own unique sound to different audiences, being both contemporary and traditional according to the situation.

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That night the Reeves was packed with people who called out encouragements to the players by name, people who knew all the words to the songs, people who considered themselves members of this traveling family. I was sitting by a woman from Charlotte who answered my questions about different members, where they were from, how long they’d been with the band. By intermission, I was a fan too. If you get the chance to see Sideline live, don’t pass it up. Go to sidelinebg.com/ to see their tour schedule. They’ll come through North Carolina thrice this spring, playing at Big Lick Bluegrass Festival on April 22, Doyle Lawson Bluegrass Festival on May 7, and Willow Oak Bluegrass Festival on June 17. Maybe I’ll see you there!

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WELCOMES G. LEIGHTON LEE, III, MD George Leighton Lee, III, MD, FACS, has joined the physician team of Northern Urology, the highly regarded urology practice owned and operated by Northern Regional Hospital. A board-certified urologist, Dr. Lee will diagnose and treat patients who present with a wide variety of urological disorders, including prostate problems, incontinence, cancers, erectile dysfunction and other complications of the bladder, kidneys, and urethra.

Most recently, Dr. Lee served as Staff Urologist for the Carilion Clinic Urology at New River Valley Hospital in Virginia.

“I welcome the opportunity to partner with my patients at Northern Urology as we explore ways to manage any clinical problems that may be having a negative impact on their overall health and quality of life,” said Dr. Lee. “Today, there is an ever-expanding arsenal of medications and procedures that can be used to effectively treat most major urological conditions; and I look forward to working with my professional colleagues to offer high-quality care to patients.”

Dr. Lee’s interest and passion for the field of medicine began early on … indeed, very early. “I used to operate on stuffed animals when I was a kid,” he laughs. That childhood fascination stayed with him as he grew into a young man and eventually enrolled in college and joined the U.S. Army Reserves. “I was originally going to be a pharmacist,” he recalls, “but while training as a medic in the Army, I changed course and knew I wanted to be a physician.” He pursued his post-graduate medical education at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, where he earned his medical degree in May of 2007.

The newly-minted physician and Officer in the U.S. Army then completed a General Surgery internship; followed by a comprehensive five-year residency program in Urology at the Water Reed National Military Medical Center/National Capital Consortium, in Bethesda, MD. Along the way, Dr. Lee met and was mentored by several outstanding physicians – including Dr. Inger Rosner, who trained him in the use of robotic-assisted surgical procedures to treat urologic cancers and other disorders. During

his many years of active-duty service, Dr. Lee practiced and also taught medical students at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital, based at Fort Campbell, in KY. He now serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Medical Corps of the U.S. Army Reserves.

The breadth and depth of Dr. Lee’s clinical expertise permits him to identify and treat an array of ailments that affect both male and female patients – from kidney stones to bladder cancer to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), an enlarged prostate gland.

To treat BPH, Dr. Lee is certified to offer and provide two different minimally-invasive procedures – Urolift and Rezum. “Rezum is a new treatment option that works by injecting water-vapor/ steam into the prostate to decrease obstruction while preserving erectile and ejaculatory function,” he explains.

Dr. Lee is eager to begin seeing patients at Northern Urology, where he will be practicing alongside physician colleague David Werle, MD. He is also proud to be part of a nationally-ranked, award-winning independent community hospital. “It’s a sign of great leadership that Northern Regional Hospital has not only survived, but thrived, during the past couple years of the COVID pandemic,” he says. “As the hospital adds new facilities and expands services, its top priority remains the provision of quality care to patients.”

Dr. Lee is also excited about relocating to the Mount Airy region with his wife, Season, an animal communication specialist, and their two young children -- six-year-old son Shepherd and two-year-old toddler Eden. “Mount Airy is very much our style,” he says, noting that both he and his wife were raised in small rural communities – he in Florida, she in Maryland. The Lee family also includes four horses and two donkeys – all rescues who will be joining them over the next several months. “We also enjoy other outdoor activities like trail-riding, hiking, and walking for exercise.”

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lee please call Northern Urology at 336-786-5144; visit the office at 423 S. South Street, Suite 101 Mount Airy, NC www.choosenorthern.org

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by Gin Denton

CAMPING AT THE FRONT PORCH FEST Camping, art, and fun make for a great music festival weekend.

Everyone has their own way to embrace camping. You can take a tent or an RV to most music festivals. While there are some festivals that are in downtown places like Bristol’s Rhythm & Roots, many take place in the country where music goes far into the night and camping areas are onsite.

Last year, my family attended Front Porch Fest in Stuart, VA, a short drive from Mount Airy. My husband was performing, and our comped tickets allowed us to camp. We arrived on Thursday and camped through Monday.

Yes, we are crazy tent campers. Maybe one day we will upgrade to a small camping trailer. As we travel with our child, Dorian, who was a five-year-old at this event, it took a while to set up all the toys and fun stuff. We found a lovely spot by the creek in the giant rhododendron grove for our tent, bunting, and hammock for a weekend of relaxation and music. We carried a cooler and snacks, but we rarely cook at festivals due to the great hot food vendors that serve all day.

We were surrounded by other fabulous campers.

Everyone welcomed Dorian and it was a great place to see him bloom. He made friends of all ages. A group of young campers called him Buddy-Buddy. Take a note from Dorian and say hello or good morning to a stranger. It’s likely you won’t be strangers at the end of the weekend.

The village is strong at Front Porch Fest, whether you are camping or not. And the music is a great walk through music history. Over the course of the weekend, you may hear many types of music. From second line, to prog rock, to bluegrass, to jam bands, and mixtures of them all, it is definitely an eclectic, musical experience.

Front Porch Fest has several stages that keep music rotating throughout the day. Music is, of course the main dish, but the activities set up all through the weekend are great for relaxing.

Festival goers can attend yoga classes led by professionals such as Mount Airy natives, Joey Marion and Heather Elliot, and a variety of DIY art sessions from painting to making dream catchers. Music festivals always have artisans, and Front Porch Fest is full of local crafters – the shopping is great.

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Front Porch Fest also welcomes Mount Airy’s beloved nonprofit, Vincent’s Legacy. Representatives from the group paint rocks and help spread kindness through sharing this art. And Front Porch Fest itself is a nonprofit that benefits the area food bank and helps with medical assistance to those who need a hand.

Children are welcomed with a playground, creating station, and fun activities. My favorite planned activity for the children was the parade! Children made their own instruments, dressed up, and were led in true parade fashion through the festival grounds by the Judy Chops band. A perfect way to encourage kids to like music.

While this festival highlights local and regional musicians, Front Porch Fest also hosts national acts. My favorite in 2021 was the Rebirth Brass Band of New Orleans. The new-to-me regional bands that blew me away last year were the Freeway Jubilee of Asheville, NC, Emma’s Lounge of Asheville, NC, and the Judy Chops of the Shenandoah Valley, Staunton, VA. Local NC favorites, Marvelous Funkshun and Big Daddy Love, also performed.

This year’s Front Porch Fest is scheduled for September 1-4, 2022. At our press time, the lineup has not yet been released.

Visit their website for updates and to purchase tickets.

In addition to general admission, they offer a VIP option priced at $275.00 (plus handling fee) per person. VIP passes are limited, so don’t delay if this is your preference. According to their webpage, “VIP ticketholders receive homemade meals, continental breakfasts, beer tickets, and a swag bag to include FPF merchandise discounts and vendor coupons. VIP tickets also include access to the VIP Lounge featuring special performances, free pour hours and free specialty food events. VIP camping is included with the ticket and is first come first serve.

Parking is included in the price of the ticket; if you are interested in car camping or bringing an RV, those tickets must be purchased separately.”

There is always a way to attend a music festival – whether you pay to attend, are hired to work the festival, take on a volunteer position, or are a vendor. Volunteering is a great way to submerge yourself in the full festival experience. Volunteers get special perks or free admission. However you attend, remember Dorian’s advice and don’t be a stranger!

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Festivals & Events

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The following is the festival event information that we have as of press time. Be sure to check each event's website for up-to-the-minute information on postponements, cancellations, restrictions, and entry requirements. While this list may not include all the music events for 2022, it does include the larger festival and events in the area. We hope you find it helpful!

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BIG LICK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL April 21 – 23 This year's lineup includes Lonesome River Band, High Fidelity, Terry Baucom's Dukes of Drive, Backline, Appalachian Road, Show, The Po' Ramlin' Boys, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, and A Deeper Shade of Blue.

Big Lick Festival Park 640 South Oak Ridge Rd. (Hwy 205) Oakboro, NC – www.biglickbluegrass.com MERLEFEST 2022 Thu, Apr 28 – Sun, May 1 MerleFest, considered one of the premier music festivals in the country, serves as an annual homecoming for musicians and music fans. Held on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of American music legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of "traditional plus" music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented sounds of the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and expanded to include Americana, country, blues, rock and many other styles. The festival hosts numerous artists, performing on 13 stages during the course of the four-day event. The annual event has become the primary fundraiser for the WCC Foundation, funding scholarships, capital projects and other educational needs.

Wilkes Community College, 1328 S Collegiate Dr Wilkesboro, NC – www.merlefest.org

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BUDBREAK WINE & CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL May 7, Noon till 6:00 PM The 2022 Budbreak Wine and Craft Beer Festival will

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be May 7, 2022 from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm in beautiful downtown Mount Airy, NC. The festival features top North Carolina wineries and craft beer producers, wonderful food and great music.

Downtown Mount Airy Mt. Airy, NC – www.budbreakfestival.com THE CHEERWINE FESTIVAL May 21, Noon to 10:00 PM An annual celebration of where we’re from and all the people who make us a Uniquely Southern favorite. Join us for amazing food and drinks, lively entertainment, and all the Cheerwine you can drink. This year's frontliners are Blue Traveler and Spin Doctors!

Downtown Salisbury, NC – cheerwine.com/festival/ CAROLINA BLUES FESTIVAL May 21-22 The longest-running Blues Festival in the Southeastern United States returns for the 36th year!

Lebauer Park Downtown Greensboro, NC – www.piedmontblues.org ROOSTERWALK May 26 – 29 Rooster Walk will take place over Memorial Day weekend at Pop’s Farm, and you can count on all the RW staples at this one, from amazing music, to food and craft vendors, kids’ activities, on-site camping, outdoor activities and so much more!

Pop’s Farm Martinsville, VA – www.roosterwalk.com

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MOUNT AIRY BLUEGRASS AND OLD-TIME FIDDLERS’ CONVENTION June 3-4 The Old-Time music tradition born in Surry County and the sounds of sweet music carries throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains from local, national and international musicians at the Annual Mount Airy Old-Time Fiddlers Convention at Veterans Memorial Park in Mount Airy, North Carolina.

This family friendly event brings together musicians and fans for two full days of competition, jam sessions, dancing, singing, education, and family entertainment. This popular festival, established in 1972, is dedicated to old-time and bluegrass music, as well as dance. The Fiddlers Convention features solo and band competitions whose winners are awarded cash prizes.

Veterans Memorial Park, 691 W Lebanon St Mt Airy, NC – www.mountairyfiddlersconvention.com/

out & about BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL - STUART VIRGINIA June 9 – 11 3 Days of FUN + FRIENDS = Hot Fun in the Summertime Beach Music Festival in Stuart, VA with onsite Camping. It's the BEST time you'll ever have...'til next year!

332 Wayside Park Rd Stuart, VA. – www.beachfestival.com HOUSTONFEST June 10 – 11 Houstonfest was created in memory of Houston Caldwell, who passed away on April 30, 2010. He was only 18 years old, but his musical legacy, passion for the continued growth of our musical heritage, and his spirit of community service will live on as we continue to fulfill his vision.

Join us as we use the power of music and community service to transform lives as well as provide inspiration and avenues for regional youth to pursue their artistic endeavors preserving the musical heritage of this region.

Proceeds from HoustonFest will go to the Galax Volunteer Fire Department with discretionary contribution to be made to local youth music and service education programs.

Felts Park Galax, VA. – www.houstonfestgalax.com WAYNE C. HENDERSON MUSIC FESTIVAL AND GUITAR COMPETITION June 18 Every June at Grayson Highlands State Park in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, the Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival and Guitar Competition features some of the region’s best traditional musicians. From time to time, they have shared the stage with bluegrass bands from Europe.

The event takes its name from National Heritage Award recipient Wayne C. Henderson, a musician and instrument maker who lives in nearby Rugby, Virginia. Henderson’s topnotch finger-picking is a source of great pleasure and pride to his friends, family, and neighbors in Grayson County, Virginia. His guitar playing has also been enjoyed at Carnegie Hall, in three national tours of Masters of the Steel-String Guitar and in seven nations of Europe, Asia and Africa.

Wayne and many of his musical friends are featured performers at the festival, with bluegrass and old-time music dominating the program.

Grayson Highlands State Park Mouth of Wilson, VA – www.waynehenderson.org RED WING ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL June 24 – 26 The Steel Wheels present the 9th annual Red Wing Roots Music Festival on June 24, 25 & 26, brought to you by Blue Mountain Brewery and WNRN.

Three days, five stages, and 50+ bands at the beautiful Natural Chimneys Park and Campground in Mt Solon, VA, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. The towering limestone chimneys provide a spectacular backdrop for you to lounge in the Music Meadow and hear some great music in the great outdoors.

The 2022 Line Up includes: The Jayhawks, BAHAMAS, Yonder Mountain String Band, Aoife O'Donovan, The Steel Wheels, Langhorne Slim, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, James McMurtry, Darrell Scott’s Bluegrass Band, Aaron Lee Tasjan, Allison Russell, Gaby Moreno, Sammy Rae & The Friends, Natalie Hemby, Seth James, Cha Wa, Suzanne Santo, Thee Sacred Souls, Scott Hirsch, Jon Stickley Trio, Caleb Klauder Country Band, The Way Down Wanderers, Mr. Sun, Songs from the Road Band, Dori Freeman, Twisted Pine, Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves, Missy Raines & Allegheny, Robin & Linda Williams, Chatham Rabbits, The Judy Chops, and many more.

Red Wing focuses on the whole experience: an incredible variety of food, craft vendors, kids activities, camping, swimming, organized bike rides, yoga, runs, hiking adventures, and more!

94 Natural Chimney Lane Mt. Solon, VA – www.redwingroots.com BACKWOODS BEAT SINGER/SONGWRITER & ART FESTIVAL June 24-25 (see ad page 25) Songwriter Concerts both Friday and Saturday nights (Ticketed event at Muddy Creek Music Hall). Songwriting Workshop 10-12 at the Alleghany JAM House conducted by featured concert songwriters. Juried Art Show on Main Street 10-5. Children's Dilly Dally Alley in Alley between Touch of Grace and the Chamber 10-5. Music on Main Street from 10-4 featuring different musicians and bands every two hours Sparta, NC – www.alleghanyartscouncil.org/backwoods-beatmusic-festival/ GO WITH THE FLOW MUSIC AND BREW FEST June 25 (see ad page 21) The 3rd annual Go with the Flow Music & Brewfest will be held June 25 from 12-8 pm at Fries Park on the New River in Fries, VA. Great music, awesome craft beer, delicious food, axe throwing, vendors, a 5K race and more! Rain or shine, lots of shelter available.

Anderson Street Fries, VA – www.flowbrewfest.com

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out & about Wayside Bluegrass Park in beautiful Patrick County VA. Host Band: "Johnny & Jeanette Williams" Camping and ticket information contact: Patty Hazelwood 276-692-4149 hazelwoodtrucking@embarqmail.com SPECIAL THREE DAY TICKET $50.00 332 Wayside Park Road Stuart, VA – www.waysidebluegrassfestival.com ALLEGHANY COUNTY FIDDLERS CONVENTION July 15 – 16 Mountain musicians and groups compete in this 2-day event at the County Fairgrounds. Camping available on site beginning Wednesday before the festival. Begins 5 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday.

Higgins Agricultural Fairgrounds, U.S. 21 N. Sparta, NC – www.alleghanyfiddlersconvention.com FLOYDFEST July 27-31 A 5-day celebration of music & art nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia featuring over 100 performers on 9 stages!

894 Rock Castle Gorge Road Floyd, VA – www.floydfest.com

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REEVESTOCK August 5-6 Reevestock offers something for everyone in the family and looks to benefit the community in every way possible. Great music for all ages, food and drinks made available by your favorite restaurants, and even activities for the kids. Music helps to bring us all together and that's what Reevestock is all about. Make a note in your calendar - Reevestock runs the first weekend in August every year, and we hope to see you for some great music and fun.

Elkin's Hidden Amphitheatre and The Reeves Theater Elkin, NC – www.reevestock.com THE 86TH OLD FIDDLER’S CONVENTION August 8-13 Lovers of country and mountain music come each August to Galax, VA for the Annual Old Fiddler's Convention. For some this means hundreds of miles of travel, while for others it will be a short trip from their nearby homes.

A unique aspect of the convention is the camping area where the musicians rehearse and try to get in tune. Some listeners and onlookers follow these bands around and lose contact with what's happening on the stage. Often dancers and players try out their abilities in the parking lot when they would not dare go on the stage.

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FRONT PORCH FEST September 1–4 Front Porch Fest was born out of the idea that life is art, and music is at the soul. Creators and lovers of music and movement come together in an intimate outdoor setting to enjoy a full weekend of local, regional, and national performers. The soul of the festival is firmly seated in its rich heritage of community connections and service, ideals which inspired the creation of One Family Productions, the non-profit organization that produces the festival. Though its impact grows larger, the festival maintains its grassroots and family friendly identity. Front Porch Fest will always feel like home, whether it’s your first year or your tenth.

677 Spirithaven Lane Stuart, VA – www.frontporchfest.com/ HAPPY VALLEY FIDDLERS CONVENTION September 2–4 The mission of Happy Valley is to preserve and promote the cultural heritage and resources of Happy/Yadkin Valley through an annual music festival that highlights traditional old-time and bluegrass music and rural traditions, doing so in a way that provides wholesome family activities and protects our farmland and community values while promoting trust between the community and the event.

Funds beyond those necessary to ensure the continuation of the festival will go to scholarships and programs that preserve traditional music, dance and instrument making activities.

3590 NC-268 Lenoir, NC – www.happyvalleyfiddlers.org ALBERT HASH MEMORIAL FESTIVAL September 3 Albert Hash was a beloved fiddle player and master fiddle maker from Whitetop who memory is celebrated at this annual festival of Old Time and Bluegrass music. Food and craft vendors make this a very pleasant affair that usually includes a display of fiddles Albert made. Don’t count on buying one. His fiddles are tightly held, especially by those who knew this wonderfully gifted and kind man personally.

The Whitetop Mountain Band which Albert founded is always on hand keeping the music lively.

Grayson Highlands State Park – Henderson Stage 829 Grayson Highland Lane Mouth of Wilson, VA – www.graysoncountyva.com BRISTOL RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION September 9–11 The Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is an annual music festival that takes place in downtown Bristol, Tennessee/ Virginia on the second weekend in September. The three-day festival features a diversity of performers in recognition of the fact that the 1927 Bristol Sessions influenced many genres

out & about of music in America, and that the roots established in Bristol have grown deep and spread wide. Each year, the Festival hosts over 100 bands on 13 stages in Downtown Bristol.

416 State Street Bristol, TN – www.birthplaceofcountrymusic.org NC FOLK FESTIVAL September 9–11 Featuring more than 300 artists on multiple stages with continuous performances, the festival attracts huge crowds of people to downtown Greensboro for a three-day celebration of cultural heritage through music, dance, handmade crafts, food, and family fun! As one of the fastest growing FREE festivals in the Southeast it features an exciting new lineup of global artists, American roots performers, and North Carolina flavors every year!

200 N. Davie Street Greensboro, NC – www.ncfolkfestival.com

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If music is king, then food must be queen at music festivals.

Today’s festival foods have evolved beyond classic burgers and hot dogs. Fortunately, there is an eclectic mix that appeals to different palates. And with many festivals lasting several days, you can try a variety of foods – many cooked by local restaurants or organizations raising money for good causes.

If you aren’t sure what to expect, you can search online to find what is served at upcoming festivals. Online food information can whet your appetite or help you plan your meals if you have special dietary needs.

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(1) 8-pound pork shoulder or Boston butt Salt Pepper Aluminum foil or slow cooker rack Slow cooker Juice from one orange Cooking oil 4 cups chopped onion 4 large jalapenos, finely chopped with seeds and membranes removed (or 8 medium-sized) 2 cloves garlic, minced (4) 4-ounce cans chopped green chiles (or [2] 7-ounce cans) 2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano 1 teaspoon cumin 3 limes, juiced

Ingredients for Lime Crema • 1 cup mayonnaise • 1 cup sour cream • 8 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 4 small limes) • 8 tablespoons sriracha hot chili sauce • 4 teaspoons sweet chili sauce • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Other Ingredients • Taco or tostado shells, toasted • Cotija cheese • Toppings of your choice Directions for Pork 1. Cut off any excess fat from the pork. Generously salt and pepper on all sides of the pork. Place a rack or 3 to 4 balled-up sheets of aluminum foil in the bottom of the slow cooker to hold the meat off the bottom. Add the pork and orange juice and cook on high for 2 hours. Then cook for 8 to 9 hours on low. The pork is done when it is tender and easily pulled with a fork.

This recipe for Pork Carnitas Tacos reminds me of tacos served at a music festival in Texas. The pork is cooked in a slow cooker until it is tender, juicy, and shreds easily with a fork. It is then placed into a skillet and fried until it browns on one side, giving it both a tender and crispy taste. Cooked onions, jalapenos, spices, and leftover juices from the slow cooker are added for flavor. Serve all your favorite toppings with these tacos! I have included a list in the recipe notes to give you some ideas.

2. Pull the pork into small pieces and separate and discard any fat. Save the cooking liquid. Set aside.

PORK CARNITAS TACOS

4. Add about 4 cups of pulled pork to the skillet and a little cooking oil. Spread pork evenly over the pan bottom and cook on medium to brown some of the meat. Then add 1/3 to 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid from the pork. Cook until the liquid is absorbed. Add 1/4 of the lime juice

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3. Add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to a large non-stick skillet. Add all the onions, jalapenos, oregano, and cumin and cook until the onions and jalapenos wilt. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant. Then add all the green chiles and stir until heated. Remove from the pan and place into an extra-large bowl, cover, and set aside.

simply delicious and stir. Move pork to the bowl with the cooked onion mixture.

5. Repeat browning the pork in batches of about 4 cups and add cooking liquid and lime after it browns until all the pork is browned and all the lime juice is used. Move the browned pork to the large bowl each time and keep it covered. When finished browning all the meat, toss the meat and onion mixture to blend together.

6. Heat the taco or tostada shells per instructions on the box. Add the browned pork, Cotija cheese, lime crema, and any toppings you choose. See the list in the notes for topping ideas.

Directions for Lime Crema 1. Stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, hot and sweet chili sauces, onion powder, and garlic powder until well mixed. Store in the refrigerator.

Directions for Other 1. Heat the shells per instructions on the box. Add the browned pork, Cotija, lime crema, and any toppings you choose.

Savory Tips The recipe feeds about 12 people. An 8-pound pork shoulder will end up cooking down to approximately 4 pounds of meat. One pound of cooked pork feeds about 3 adults.

For smaller yields, divide the recipe ingredients in half or by one forth. If you can't find a small pork shoulder to buy, cook the 8-pound size and then freeze part of it for use later.

If you do not have Mexican oregano, substitute regular oregano or marjoram.

Add any toppings you like to the tacos. Here are some ideas: lettuce, tomato, avocado, raw onion, cilantro, fresh jalapeno, salsa, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime wedges, shredded cabbage, sour cream, guacamole, and cheddar cheese.

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“JAMMING” TO WHISTLES, JIGGLES, AND POPS

Strawberry season will soon be here, and strawberry jam is a special treat many look forward to each year. Jam is made when fruit and sugar are “jammed” together. Whether you make your jam or purchase it already made, try this yummy jam filled cookie recipe when you need a sweet treat.

For many of us, the sound of a pressure canner boiling vigorously on the stove is music to our ears. The whistle of steam escaping was the signal my mom was going to be ready for me in about 10 minutes. As a child, one of my summer jobs was to sit on a stool in the steamy kitchen and watch the dial gauge on our pressure canner as a load of food was being processed. The dial had to stay steady, not moving too low or too high. For those who use a weighted gauge canner, your music is the jiggle the weight makes as it rocks back and forth. Then the most welcome sound after canning is the jar lids popping when sealed.

Just like traditional music, canning traditions are often passed down through the generations. Learning skills from our parents and grandparents help prepare us for life and leisure. Because food preservation is a science, it is a little more complicated than some of the other life skills we learn. We love family favorite recipes, but to ensure safe and successful food preservation, it is important to only use research-tested recipes.

Servings: 18 (serving size = 1 bar)

Recipes that Cooperative Extension provides or recommends have been tested at a lab or by the United States Department of Agriculture. These recipes continue to change as we continue to learn. For example, it is now recommended that we can at 11 lbs. of pressure for altitudes above 1000 feet or use a 15 lb. weight for a weighted gauge. During testing, researchers determine how several factors interact to affect the final time and temperature needed for the inside of the jar to reach the temperature required for safety and quality.

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For high acid foods like fruits, jams and jellies, pickled products, and acidified tomatoes, 212°F is the recommended temperature.

These foods can be safely processed in a boiling water bath canner.

Meats, poultry, vegetables, and combination products like soups are low acid foods and pose more risks. These foods need to be processed in a pressure canner at 240°F which is the temperature needed to kill potentially deadly Clostridium botulinum spores.

Only a pressure canner can reach 240°F. Even if you let a food process in a boiling water canner for several hours, the temperature never goes above boiling which is around 212°F. In addition to time, temperature, and pressure, recipes are standardized during the research so everyone will have a safe and successful canning experience.

For more information on food preservation, including up to date recipes, or to find a tested recipe similar to a family favorite, contact the Surry County Center of NC Cooperative Extension at 336-401-8025 or visit the National Center of Home Food Preservation at https://nchfp.uga.edu/ 28 • SURRY LIVING April 2022 Issue

PEANUT BUTTER AND JAM BARS Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup oatmeal ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ cup peanut butter 6 Tablespoons butter or margarine 1 cup jam

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Grease a 9 x 9 -inch baking pan.

3. Measure and add 1 cup flour, 1 cup oatmeal, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon baking soda in a large bowl, and whisk to mix evenly.

4. Measure and add ½ cup peanut butter and margarine or butter to the dry ingredients by scooping small spoonfuls of each on top of the mixture then using your fingers to squeeze the butters together with the dry mixture. Mix and squeeze until the mixture is evenly combined and there are no more big pieces of butter.

5. Put about 2/3 of the mixture into the baking pan and press it down flat into the bottom.

6. Bake on middle oven rack for 15 minutes or until the edges just start to brown.

7. Remove from the oven and spread the 1 cup of jam evenly over the crust.

simply delicious 8. Crumble the rest of the prepared mixture on top of the jam layer.

9. Return pan to the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the jam bubbles and the topping is golden brown. Cool long enough until it can be cut into 3-inch by 1½-inch bars.

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MOUNT AIRY

MOUNT AIRY EVENTS For more information on Mount Airy, visit www.yadkinvalleync.com/mount-airy SATURDAYS IN APRIL: WPAQ MERRY-GOROUND at the Historic Earle Theatre, 142 N Main St, Mt Airy. 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM; Admission $8 (includes admission to Andy Griffith Museum) or Surry Arts Council Annual Pass. Please call 336.786.7998 for more details.

APRIL FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS: MAYBERRY SPIRITS WHISKEY DISTILLERY TOURS, 431 N. South St., Mt. Airy. Open Fridays & Saturdays from 12:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Tours available at the top of each hour. Reservations recommended. Mayberry Spirits Whiskey Distillery makes whiskey in the Appalachian tradition. $10 per person for an approximately 45-min. tour, which includes a souvenir shot glass and 5 tastings (3 whiskies plus two mixed versions). Call 336-719-6860 for more info; located at 431 N. South St. in Mount Airy. Private Tours available by appointment.

APRIL FRIDAY NIGHTS: ROUND PEAK VINEYARDS GRILLFEST 765 Round Peak Church Rd., Mt. Airy; Every Friday from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Offered weekly at Round Peak Vineyards. With live music on the patio. We supply the grills and you supply the food. Hope to see you there!

APRIL 7: THE COMEDY CLUB AT THE EARLE FEATURING JOHN FLOYD "THE MOUTH OF MAYBERRY" 7:00 pm, Historic Earle Theatre, 142 Main Street, Mount Airy NC. Tickets

$10; Comedy Club at The Historic Earle Theatre will feature professional comedian John Floyd "The Mouth of Mayberry" who has entertained folks in all 50 states, on the high seas, and has opened for legendary performers including Frankie Valli and Chubby Checker. Following John Floyd's performance there will be stand-up comedy open mic opportunity. Anyone wishing to participate should email Tyler Matanick in advance to ensure a place in the show.

APRIL 22: MOUNT AIRY FARMERS MARKET OPENS FOR THE SEASON!

Fridays 9:00 – 1:00 PM; 111 South Main Street, Mount Airy APRIL 29: THE LEGACY MOTOWN REVUE 7:30 PM, part of the 2022

Summer Series at the Blackmon Amphitheatre, 231 Spring St, Mt Airy; Tickets $15* or Annual Pass

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DOBSON EVENTS

For more information on Dobson, NC, visit www.yadkinvalleync.com/dobson APRIL 16: SPRING FLING AT SHELTON VINEYARDS 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. We will host our 11th annual Spring Festival on Saturday, April 16th! Admission to the event is FREE and we will be offering 1/2 price tours and tastings all day long. Local artisans and antique vintage vendors will be onsite selling one-of-a-kind pieces. Come early and plan on spending the day! Enjoy live music all day long too!

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APRIL 17: EASTER BRUNCH AT HARVEST GRILL 11:00 am – 4:00 PM. At the Harvest Grill, Chef Mark has put together a special Easter Brunch menu for your whole family to enjoy! $36 per person; $14 for children (12 & Under). The Easter brunch menu will only be available for this day. 286 Cabernet Lane, Dobson, NC Place your reservations by calling Harvest Grill at (336) 366-3590 or email us at harvestgrill@sheltonvineyards. com APRIL 23: BRITISH CAR SHOW 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. The Southeast's largest display of vintage British cars returns to our vineyards! Admission is FREE to the public! 286 Cabernet Lane, Dobson, NC APRIL 23: 9TH ANNUAL MAD DASH 5K This year's run

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ELKIN EVENTS For more area info, visit https://www.exploreelkin.com/events

ELKIN

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR THE REEVES THEATER & CAFE 129 West Main Street, Elkin. Call

(336) 258-8240 or visit https://www.reevestheater.com/ for more Information

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SATURDAY, APRIL 2: ALASDAIR FRASER & NATALIE HAAS

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THURSDAY, APRIL 7: THE MARTHA BASSETT SHOW WITH GUESTS DAVID CHILDERS & THE SERPENTS / TIFFANY THOMPSON

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FRIDAY, APRIL 8: WARD DAVIS

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SATURDAY, APRIL 9: TINSLEY ELLIS

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FRIDAY, APRIL 15: LUKE MEARS BAND

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THURSDAY, APRIL 21: THE MARTHA BASSETT SHOW WITH GUESTS SETH WALKER / MEGG FARRELL

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SATURDAY, APRIL 23: TODD SNIDER WITH KEVIN GORDON

APRIL WEDNESDAYS: OPEN MIC NIGHT AT REEVES THEATER Sign-up: 6:30 PM, Show: 7:00 PM. APRIL 23: CRUISE THE LOOP DOWNTOWN ELKIN 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM; Make memories by cruising Downtown Elkin like we were teens again. Door prizes, food, drinks, cars, and trucks. For more information, call 336-835-2537 APRIL 23: ELKIN FARMERS MARKET OPENS FOR THE SEASON! Saturdays

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PILOT MOUNTAIN PILOT MOUNTAIN EVENTS Pilot Mountain Tourism, 124 West Main Street, Pilot Mountain

“Celebrating 85 YEARS OF SERVICE in the Area!”

For more area info, visit www.pilotmountainnc.org APRIL 9: PILOT VIEW VINTAGE MARKET 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Downtown Pilot Mountain – Celebrating the history of Pilot Mountain and introducing it to new generations, the Vintage Market welcomes shoppers to this charming Main Street community to discover unique, vintage collectibles and handmade furnishings. as grown from a handful of vendors to one of the state’s most beloved events, attracting thousands of shoppers to Pilot Mountain in search of one-of-a-kind finds.

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Alpha & Omega Helicopter Egg Drop!

Alpha & Omega Corn maze will host their 7th annual Helicopter Easter Egg Drop. More than 30,000 plastic eggs will fall out of the sky on Friday, April 15th & Saturday, April 16th.

This will mark the seventh year that Alpha & Omega Corn Maze has coordinated the effort as a way to reach out to the local community and provide a fun family event. Hi-tech helicopters will be offering helicopter rides between drop times at an additional fee. Our very own Thumper the Easter Bunny will join us for pictures with the children. Explore this 20-acre agritourism complex with the farm consisting of: Helicopter Egg Hunt, (3 drop times for your convenience ), Corn Cob Express, Corn Box, Picnic Pavilion, See Saws, Tug of War, Animal Acres, Pipe World, Bounce Pillow, Axe Throwing, Corn Hole, Hayride, Local Vendors, Photo Opportunities & much more. Our food trucks will be serving a delicious breakfast and lunch menu.

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Again the date is Friday, April 15th & Saturday, April 16th. Gates open at 9am. The event is from 10AM until 5PM. There will be 3 egg drops each day: 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Pig races will be at 12pm, 2 pm & 4pm. Cost for the event is $12.00 per person.

Group rate of 20 or more are $10 a person.

Take advantage of our 2 day Special Easter Flash Sale! Get more bang for buck and more out of your season passes. Save $5 off of Season Passes at Easter and get to use your passes all year! Regularly priced at $45. $40 with discount.

Food is priced separately. Onsite food trucks will be offering delicious food with options from our home grown beef & homemade desserts Children 2 and under are free.

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NEARBY EVENTS

APRIL (GALAX, VA): LIVE MUSIC ON FRIDAY & SATURDAYS AT CREEK BOTTOM BREWERY All events are from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM and FREE unless otherwise noted. Pet friendly! Creek Bottom Brewery, 307 N Meadow Street, Galax, VA April 1 – Sean Michael Kaye April 2 – Andrew Adkins April 8 – Jerry Chapman April 9 – Jared Stout Trio April 15 – Marie Anderson

April 16 – Reggie Johnson April 22 – Skyline Highway April 23 – Ryan Greer Band April 29 – Allen Surface April 30 – P-Flunk

THURSDAYS IN APRIL: PICKIN’ IN THE PATCH (GALAX, VA): 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Briar Patch Market Place.

The Downtown Galax Thursday night Jam returns in its new location at the Briar Patch Cafe at 117 S. Main Street. The Cafe will remain open all day until the end of the Jam. Music, Food, Ice Cream, and Rook will highlight these Thursday night events.

FRIDAYS IN APRIL: BLUE RIDGE BACKROADS SHOW (GALAX, VA) Join WBRF and Galax City every Friday night for the live broadcast of our Blue Ridge Backroads show! The showtimes always start at 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $10.00 at the door.

APRIL 1-2 (INDEPENDENCE, VA): LEGENDS OF GRAYSON OLD-TIME WEEKEND! An Annual Gathering Celebrating Grayson County’s Musical Heritage. Located at the 1908 Courthouse in Independence, Va. For info or reservations, go to eventbrite.com/e/legends-of-grayson-old-time-weekend-tickets-192791002077 APRIL 21–23 (OAKBORO, NC): BIG LICK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL This year's lineup includes Lonesome River Band, High Fidelity, Terry Baucom's Dukes of Drive, Backline, Appalachian Road, Show, The Po' Ramlin' Boys, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, and A Deeper Shade of Blue. Big Lick Festival Park, 640 South Oak Ridge Rd. ANDERSON AUDIOLOGY Hearing Aid Sales & Service, Inc. (Hwy 205), Oakboro. www.biglickbluegrass.com APRIL 24 (WESTFIELD): SPRING HIKE AT MINGLEWOOD PRESERVE WITH DR. KEN BRIDLE 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM. Join us for a Spring hike at Minglewood hosted by our friend and fellow board member Dr. Ken Bridle. https://minglewoodpreserve.org/upcomingevents/ APRIL 28-MAY 1(NORTH WILKESBORO, NC) MERLEFEST 2022 Considered one of the premier music festivals in the country, MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of American music legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of "traditional plus" music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented sounds of the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and expanded to include Americana, country, blues, rock and many other styles. The festival hosts numerous artists, performing on 13 stages during the course of the four-day event. Wilkes Community College, 1328 S Collegiate Dr. Wilkesboro, NC – www.merlefest.org

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Four offices to serve you including Tina M. Proffit Kecia Furrow Christiansburg, Dublin, and Wytheville Au.D. H.I.S. Learn to identify the many trees of Minglewood. https://minglewoodpreserve.org/upcomingevents/ 276-236-0778 • anderson-audiolog y.com 34 • SURRY LIVING April 2022 Issue

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