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RESCUE PA R T Y Opening an animal sanctuary comes with its perks, like the occasional pile of puppies in your lap – just ask Tamara Lackey.

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H OLIDAY EN TERTA I N I N G

S C H O O L S & E DU C AT I O N

Setting the Table The Blue Jay Home stocks one-of-a-kind finds curated with love

Mail Delivered Local high school students reunite with their pen pals in person

Eat, Drink and Be Merry Three members of the Chapel Hill Carrboro Foodies share their festive favorites

Forging a Love for Learning Meet a versatile teacher with a passion for industrial arts

Directory of Independent, Regional Boarding, Charter and Application Program Schools

Home for the Holidays ’Tis the season for hosting friends and family – we’ve got tips for making the most of it

Holly Jolly Holidays Get in the spirit of the season with these events

Deck the Halls West Queen Studio classes spread a little cheer

Can’t Rain on Our Parade The weather didn’t stop spectators from staking out their curbside spot to watch last year’s annual holiday parade

F E ATU R E S

The Unbridled Wisdom of Horses How growth and healing happen at ClearWind Farm

A Well-Done Renovation East Chapel Hill High School’s new wellness room offers a calming place for students to find support

Heroes Among Us Five individuals working to make a positive impact in our community

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A Home of Her Own A builder remakes a 19th century dairy farm into a contemporary space

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Letter from the Editor

About Town Events not to miss

Noted What we’ve heard around our towns …

What We’re Eating News from our restaurant community, plush a dish we love

Dining Guide

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Best of Chapel Hill Party Chapel Hill High School’s Class of 1973 Reunion

W E DD I N G 120

Johnson & Meriwether

S P O N S O R E D CO N TENT 36

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Health Care Meet local dentists and providers

Big Give Our local nonprofits, how they support the community and how you can get involved

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Pawsitive Impact

e was the biggest ball of fluff I’d ever laid eyes on. A solid 70 pounds, at least, Alfie was his name. As I looked into his beautiful brown eyes, I could tell he was a good boy, the sweetest Great Pyrenees puppy. On this Friday afternoon in May, I was his getaway car, breaking him out of a shelter in Lillington, North Carolina, to bring him to his new foster home in Chapel Hill with Tamara Lackey, founder of Beautiful Together Animal Sanctuary. After the hour drive back to town (my good boy suspicions now confirmed), Tamara came out to greet us, her face lighting up when she saw him. I knew he was in good hands. Tamara’s commitment to the well-being of these animals in need is nothing short of inspiring. She and her team, a mighty band of volunteers and foster parents, have shown boundless compassion to more than 2,100 cats and dogs, providing them with meals, medications and any other need until they find a forever home. Tamara is one of many remarkable individuals who make our communities brighter, kinder and more compassionate, and we’re honored to highlight a few in this issue. Whether it’s through supplying backpacks to kids or contributing to countless local causes, these folks are making it their mission to give back. We hope their stories, starting on page 88, inspire you as much as they have inspired us. Oh, and as for Alfie – his forever family now calls him Bryce. Lucky for me, they live just a few blocks away, and I hope to visit that adorable furball soon. CHM

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‘The Outwin: American Portraiture Today’ Nov. 3-Jan. 21

ackland.org See the works of 42 Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition finalists in an exhibit organized by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. Paintings, photographs and sculptures along with textile-based pieces and video performances showcase the best of contemporary American portraiture.

Respect the Producer Nov. 8, 7 p.m.

carolinaperformingarts.org As a part of the Hip Hop South Series, Carolina Performing Arts welcomes producers and musicians to showcase their talent and tools within various musical styles at the CURRENT ArtSpace + Studio. This production presented by The Underground Collective aims to deepen community engagement and encourage a more socially conscious hip-hop culture throughout North Carolina.

Fool’s Faire 2023 Nov. 11, 1-8 p.m.

steelstringbrewery.com This annual Renaissance festival held in the fields of Pluck Farm features an afternoon of fantastical beverages, artisans, medieval food vendors, a cosplay contest and more! Hosted by Steel String Brewery, Beer Study and Honeygirl Meadery, this grand affair will transport you back in time with the flip of a jester’s hat.

Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo Nov. 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture hosts a community picnic at 1714 Legion Rd.

with local food vendors to raise money for a variety of area nonprofit organizations. Join your community in this season of giving, gathering and grubbing! chapelhillmagazine.com

‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Nov. 15-Dec. 3 playmakersrep.org

PlayMakers Repertory Company opens its

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Artist Tom Jones’ piece titled “Elizah Leonard” is one of many portraits on display at the Ackland Art Museum through Jan. 21.

theater doors yet again to share the story of unlikely romantic pairings in the small town of Messina, Italy. Follow the two couples as they exchange witty banter, loving affirmations and many secrets in this play by William Shakespeare and directed by Lavina Jadhwani.

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Carrboro Film Festival Nov. 17-19

carrborofilm.org Dynamic filmmakers and audience members come together during the Carrboro Film Festival at the newly renovated The ArtsCenter to celebrate independent cinema and Southern culture. For the past 18 years, the festival has showcased the region’s best independent films and provided a venue for both honoring and interrogating Southern culture. CHM

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Best of Chapel Hill Party Winners of Chapel Hill Magazine’s 12th annual Best of Chapel Hill poll gathered for the inaugural party held in their honor on July 28 in the Hill Ballroom at The Carolina Inn. Attendees enjoyed a celebration featuring drinks, magic tricks, a taco bar and other bites, and a replica of the July/August issue’s cover cake, made by Meital Cohen of Even Dough, was on display. Our sponsors, The Carolina Inn, the Town of Chapel Hill Economic Development, Coastal Credit Union, Cat French Design and Durham Coca-Cola Bottling 3

1 Triangle Media Partners’ Anna-Rhesa Versola, Edward Kallam, Kim Pollard and Alan Pollard.

2 Jon Mitchell and Dwight Bassett. 3 Cat French and Sarah Hamlett. 4 Christy Graves and Mark Graves with sons Kenan, 4, Griff, 8, and Joe, 6, and Karen Graves. 5 Chris Blue, Triangle Media Partners’ Dan Shannon, Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger, Triangle Media Partners’ Ellen Shannon and Brad Hemminger. 

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Company made the celebration possible through their support of local businesses. Chapel Hill Magazine’s first-ever social impact award was presented to The Partnership for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro’s Big Bold Ideas Committee on Affordable Housing prior to guests joining in the festivities at Fridays on the Front Porch. Photography by John Michael Simpson CHM 9

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7 Amanda Scherle, Maggie Robe, Ada Watson and Erik Myers. 8 Aury St. Germain and McKenzie Steagall. 9 Aaron Nelson, Creighton Blackwell, Lori Doherty, Jennifer Player and Tina Clossick. 10 Chris Hoover and Jon Mitchell. 11 Abbie Lee Roehm and Thomas Roehm.

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Chapel Hill High School’s Class of 1973 Reunion Chapel Hill High School’s graduating class of 1973 celebrated together with events on Aug. 4-6 planned by former CHHS business education teacher Mary Jones and an organizing committee. On Friday, committee chairperson Beachy Sanders welcomed 120 alumni into the Blue Hill Event Center for a mixer. Mary and her husband, Alvin Jones, plus six classmates prepared a feast of North Carolina-style barbecue, homemade cheeseballs, pound cakes, cookies and more. Saturday’s festivities began with a tour of the school’s new campus – a state-of-theart facility which reopened after an extensive renovation in 2021 – led by CHHS wrestling coach Robert Price. Classmates explored the automotive program, culinary room and a fire engine located inside the building as part of the new firefighter school. The tour culminated in the courtyard in front of a mural of a tiger created by fellow ’73 graduate Michael Brown. Later that day, graduates and their spouses met at The Carolina Club for a more intimate evening of sharing memories. Sharon Kepley, the class president, welcomed everyone to the banquet. Alumnus Christopher Smith performed an original poem,

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a reunion tradition and ode to the journey the 1973 class endured at the end of desegregation. Along the outskirts of the room, a memorial table stood with a senior year class picture to remember classmates who have died. On Sunday, 13 classmates worshiped together at Abundant Life Faith Ministry, Inc. where classmate Maythel Thompson Clemons serves as the pastor. By Lena Miano CHM

4 Patricia Headen Holman, Beulah Edwards, Jackie Alston Foushee and Maggie Farrington. 5 James Stroud, Daisette Stroud and David Sholar. 6 Eddie Williams, Maythel Thompson Clemons and Valerie Williams.

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COMINGS AND GOINGS

Dr. Lisa Ishii joined Aesthetic Solutions this fall where she

performs laser therapies and all injectable treatments and will introduce new treatments to the office. Lisa completed her dermatology residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the cosmetic dermatological surgery fellowship accreditation program through the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

REALITY TV Xavier Bonner, a

biomedical science Ph.D. candidate at the UNC School of Medicine, was on season 20 of “The Bachelorette,” which began airing in June. The Carrboro resident was eliminated in week 7 of the series.

Karrie Tilley Erin Riney

was named the executive director for PORCH Chapel HillCarrboro

on July 5. In a press release, she said, “At the heart of the organization’s efforts is the sense of community formed between donors, volunteers, PORCH program participants and community partner organizations – and I look forward to working with them all as we continue to address the problem of hunger and its root causes right here in our backyard.” 20

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started as the new director of the National League of Junior Cotillions,

Orange and Durham County chapters in March. Both of Karrie’s daughters attended cotillion classes under previous director Debbie Scully, and Karrie recognized the importance of educating youth on social etiquette. Michael Kunz was chosen as the North Carolina Botanical Garden’s new director of

conservation programs in July November/December 2023

following the retirement of Johnny Randall. Michael started with NCBG in 2005 as a conservation ecologist and was promoted to associate director of conservation in 2022. Nicole Hunter was

named the new executive director of Volunteers For Youth in

August. Nicole

has worked for VFY for 12 years and has experience with all of the nonprofit’s youth programs. Brian Strong

has been named director of the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, where he has

worked for 23 years. He said, “The division has provided me an incredible opportunity to fulfill my passion for providing amazing opportunities for outdoor recreation in the most treasured spaces in our state.”

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In August, Christopher Ward started for Orange County Emergency Services

as the new division chief of emergency communications. He is responsible for Orange County’s only 911 center. Richard White left

his position as Carrboro town manager to begin his new role as deputy city manager with the city of Salisbury, North Carolina, on Nov. 6. Richard said, “It has been an honor to assist the Town Council and to work with a dedicated and outstanding staff.”

SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals

welcomed Kelly Thompson

as its new executive director in early September. Kelly has more than 15 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations, including 10 years with Ronald McDonald House Charities. She will succeed Janice McAdams, who has served in the role for 10 years.

program, sat on the board for the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness and

volunteered with the annual homeless outreach event Point-InTime Count. Dana Harshaw,

former owner of Chapel Hill’s barre3, joined Jill Ehrenfeld’s team as a broker at Bold Real Estate in July.

returned to The Catering Company of Chapel Hill

as the new director of sales and marketing in August. She previously worked as an event planner for the company from 2014-2021 before leaving to pursue a career in marketing. 

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Investments

• Symmetry Spine and Sport moved into a new location in Southern Village in August. Owner Mitchell Osborne said, “The upcoming move is to help me expand my offerings to my patients, improve the accessibility of my office and assume a more centralized role within the community.”

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Lt. Will Quick of the Carrboro Police Department

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NOTED • Hope Renovations, a nonprofit that works to empower women to pursue living wage jobs in the construction industry, will be expanding its services to Wake County beginning in 2024. This expansion is possible because Hope Renovations was selected as a recipient of NCWorks Local Innovation Fund Grant due to its partnership with Wake Tech Community College. • In August, Burn Boot Camp - Chapel Hill moved to its new location in Southern Village at 300 Market St., Ste. 110.

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Author Jeffery Deaver’s newest novel, “The Watchmaker’s Hand,” will be available for purchase starting Nov. 28. This will be the 16th novel in Jeffery’s Lincoln Rhyme novel series. The international bestselling author has sold more than 50 million books in 150 countries.

In August, Carrboro Plumbing worked

with Habitat for Humanity of Orange County to complete a home preservation project for Joel Long, a veteran in Hillsborough, making the home safer and more accessible for the homeowner. Carrboro Plumbing helped complete the home and assisted in getting donations from customers and suppliers.

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invited to Chapel Hill High School’s gymnasium to shop for their most-needed classroom supplies. The supply store was sponsored by the East Chapel Hill Rotary Club and the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation and were bolstered by UNC Health, barre3 and Goldfish Swim School supply drives. Cutting the ribbon is Superintendent Nyah Hamlett and Mike Clayton, East Chapel Hill Rotary Club president.

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Hillsboroughbased artist Carlos González García was

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Foundation mosaic projects that

• Chapel Hill Wild Bird officially reopened in its new location at 9515 U.S. 15-501 N in Chapel Hill on Sept. 2 after the lease of 27 years in Eastgate Crossing was not renewed. The community came together to raise over $21,000 through the GoFundMe page to help make this relocation possible. Kayla Ewell is the manager and new owner. • Tattoo and piercing shop Gold Hand Gallery opened in May at 202 E. Winmore Ave. The shop is co-owned by artist Sam Castro and piercer Pat Ronning, who collectively have more than 25 years of experience in the tattoo and piercing industry.

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he and the other awardees will be starting on together soon. The ZSR initiative was designed to support art that spotlights women and people of color in North Carolina whose stories have gone untold. Hillsborough resident Izaic Yorks’ newest book, “Ascendant: Saga of Valor,’’ came out in March. This fantasy novel is Izaic’s first published work, but the new author and professional runner is already working on his next few.

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Habitat for Humanity of Orange County officially started construction at Weavers Grove

in early July. Weavers Grove is a mixed income community with 238 affordable singlefamily homes, townhomes, duplexes and condominiums, 102 of which will be Habitat homes, and the remaining will be November/December 2023

The seventeenth annual Teacher Supply Store provided more than $45,000 worth of school supplies for teachers as well as social workers in the Chapel HillCarrboro City Schools district.

More than 600 educators were

awarded a Ribbon of Hope grant from NC GlaxoSmithKline, allowing the museum to launch free and accessible STEAM opportunities for children and families. Kidzu began Family Free Fridays (free admission days on the first Friday of every month) in July and will host the event throughout the 2023-24 school year. Paws4ever received a grant

from Walmart Foundation’s Community Grant Program for its Community Pet Support Program. Paws4ever will use the funds to help support local pet owners, prevent crowding at local shelters and keep pets and people together.

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Domestic and international visitors to and within Orange County spent $236.29 million in 2022, an increase of 21.3% from 2021.

In August, Chapel Hill Tire celebrated its 70th anniversary with a celebration on North Graham Street featuring live performances, a car show and food and beverages from local businesses. Chapel Hill Tire was founded in 1953 and now has 11 stores in the Triangle. CHM

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Piedmont Feed & Garden Center was

named as one of Lawn & Garden Retailer’s Innovator of the Year award recipients earlier this year. This award recognizes 10 independent garden centers that set themselves apart by providing excellent customer service and becoming an integral part of the local community. Pictured is general manager Jake Scott with Teresa McPherson of LGR.

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Shakita Holloway, a North Carolina Botanical Garden

horticulture technician, was awarded the C. Ritchie Bell award in July. Created in 2015, this award honors the memory of C. Ritchie Bell, the first director of the NCBG.

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Setting thetable The Blue Jay Home stocks one-of-a-kind finds curated with love By Leah B erry P h otography by J ohn Mi chael Si m pson

rowing up in Venezuela, Lili Mazzei spent much of her childhood finding inspiration in those around her. Her grandfather and uncle were antique collectors, and her grandmother was a painter and interior designer. Once she was old enough to have a refined eye, Lili often spent her time perusing estate sales, flea markets and auctions, searching for unique additions for her home. It wasn’t until she received several requests to shop for family and friends that Lili turned her hobby into a business, founding The Blue Jay Home in Colorado in 2020. The online store features her

curated collection of finds – she started with antique and vintage dishes that she already had, but soon evolved into including home decor, modern pieces and gifts. Lili’s motto, “If I don’t like it, I don’t sell it,” means you’ll find primarily blue and white pieces – hence the business’ name – since she believes the color palette is timeless. These days, Lili goes everywhere in search of stock – she brings many items back from travels, estate sales and flea markets, and some are products that owners reach out to sell to her directly. “Even the days I come back with nothing are fun,” she says. Lili believes every piece on her website is reasonably priced, in fact, a fraction of what you would pay for the same product at an Lili’s vintage dinnerware is adorned with a tussie mussie table accent, made by Lisa Joyner of Fireside Farm, which includes burgundy amaranth, frosted explosion grass and thornless blackberry foliage.

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H OW TO BE TH E H OSTESS WITH TH E M OSTE SS 1

Every time you set a table, you’re saying, “You are important to me.” Show your guests that you care by creating a calm and relaxed atmosphere. You don’t want people to feel like you’re in a hurry, so have everything ready in advance.

Keep nuts, chocolates and cheeses at home to throw together in case a last-minute gathering arises. The best parties are the ones you don’t plan!

To make people feel comfortable and welcome, offer gummies or chocolates in little bowls on the table at the end of a meal. Not everyone wants to have a piece of pie or cake and would rather stay at the table, drinking wine and being merry.

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antique shop. Though most of her favorite dinnerware made the crosscountry move to North Carolina in 2021, Lili took a break from The Blue Jay Home for about a year to renovate her home. Now rooted firmly in the South, Lili occasionally hosts pop-ups at The Carolina Inn, and this year, she started her studies of interior design at Meredith College, a lifelong passion and a natural extension of her interests. Her products have found a home all over the world – including Latin America and Canada – and are always selected and shipped with care. “I really take the time to be sure that every piece is delivered in perfect condition and made with love,” she says. “You can feel it when you open the box.” CHM 28

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FO R SETTI N G A GR ACI OU S TA B LE 1

Start by asking, “What occasion is this?” Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas or a dinner party, you want to create a table to capture the essence of the season. For this table specifically, Lili chose pieces that reflect the mood for winter and fall.

Play with colors! You can set up a totally different table using different chargers, place mats and tablecloths. Darker, muted colors are perfect for fall and winter. Summer lends itself to bright colors – blues, reds, yellows, greens and whites.

English flatware with stag horn handles adorn feather place settings that Lili made by hand. These pieces reflect the chill of the hunting season and fall.

Use classic, timeless dinnerware. Here, the brown design around the rim pairs well with the season, but can be used in a variety of contexts, with different colored details.

Use flowers and fruits as centerpieces to add more colors and tie in the season. Here, pomegranates pair well with the green chargers. Lili even used greenery from her backyard!

The crystal glasses are from Lili’s wedding registry, and most of the table settings were bought secondhand.

The charger plates are by Bordallo Pinheiro, a famous Portuguese maker. The pop of green ties in Christmas but still keeps the setting autumn-toned.

Think simple at first if you’re just starting out. Use white dinnerware, and build a setting from there, adding more colors. It’s all about creativity and combination!

The tortoiseshell glasses are particularly apropos to fall, but cowrie shell salt and pepper shakers can be used year-round.

10 There really are no rules in setting a table. “You just have to show yourself,” Lili says.

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Eat, Drink and Be Merry Three members of the Chapel Hill Carrboro Foodies share their festive favorites Photography by J am es Stef i uk

Holiday Paloma Punch

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Makes about 15 cups, which should serve about 10-15 guests like this punch because it’s sort of an updated version of a retro party punch. It gets its inspiration from the ever-popular paloma cocktail. It’s festive, fizzy and delicious! Most of it can be made ahead of time. Simply mix all ingredients in a punch bowl, and add the sparkling beverage, ice and garnish right before the guests arrive,” says Carrie Brogren, founder of the Chapel Hill Carrboro Foodies group.

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• 3/4 cup fresh cranberries • 2 cups grapefruit juice* • 1 cup lime juice* • 1/2 cup orange juice* • 2-3 cups tequila blanco • 8 cups (about 2 liters) of sparkling beverage (I like Fever-Tree Sparkling Pink Grapefruit, but you can also use things like prosecco, Squirt, etc.)

*I use fresh squeezed juices for this recipe because it makes the flavor so much better, but you can use premade/store-bought fruit juice if you’re short on time

In a blender or food processor, add cranberries and 2 Tbsp. of water and blend until smooth. Add water as needed to keep the mix moving. Then squeeze grapefruit, lime and orange juice, if you’re making your own. Build punch bowl by adding ice first, pour in cup of cranberry puree, add fruit juices, and finally, add tequila before mixing. Top with your sparkling beverage of choice and garnish. I like to garnish the punch with whole lime round slices and fresh cranberries. You can also freeze some fresh cranberries for garnish and/or add fresh cranberries and small wedges of lime to your ice if you choose to make your own ice shapes. (I like using mini muffin pans to make large batches of ice cubes with fresh fruit and/or edible flowers in them.) 

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Wintergreen Salad with Charred Orange Vinaigrette, Saffron Potatoes and Sour Cherry Gastrique

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Serves 6 people

his recipe is a staple salad for winter in whatever restaurant I’m working at. I use that vinaigrette for everything!” says Taylor Halley.

Sour Cherry Gastrique • 50 grams dried sour cherries • 50 grams balsamic vinegar • 20 grams brown sugar

Soak cherries in balsamic for at least an hour but up to overnight. In a blender, blend all ingredients until smooth. (Strain if you want smoother sauce.) Saffron Potatoes • 300 grams Idaho potatoes • 8 grams Kosher salt • 2 grams saffron

Peel and dice potatoes into small cubes (about the size of a thumbnail). Add all ingredients to a small pot with 250 grams of water and bring to a boil. Turn off and cover for 10 minutes. Strain potatoes and set in the refrigerator to cool. Vinaigrette • 3 oranges • 300 grams white balsamic vinegar, divided • 8 grams Dijon mustard • 5 grams Kosher salt • 50 grams extra-virgin olive oil • 150 grams vegetable oil • Honey, optional

Cut 3 oranges in half and sear flesh side down in a saute pan until black (charred), about 4-5 minutes. Deglaze pan with 200 grams of white balsamic vinegar and turn off. Take oranges out and cover until cooled off. Take flesh out of oranges, discard rinds and add to blender. In a blender, add all ingredients and blend until smooth. (Add honey to taste if you want it to be sweeter.) Set aside. Salad • 500 grams wintergreens (frisee, radicchio or kale) • 42 grams vinaigrette • 5 grams Sour Cherry Gastrique • 1 orange, segmented • 7 grams toasted pistachios • 14 grams Granny Smith apples, julienned • 14 grams Saffron Potatoes

Add wintergreens and vinaigrette to mixing bowl and massage gently. Spoon or brush gastrique on the bottom of the plate. Add mixed wintergreens to the plate and top with the rest of the ingredients. Enjoy! 32

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Alaskan Mint Pie

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t could be a bit labor-intensive for a big party, but for a dinner party for up to 20 people, it’s not hard. We call it Christmas pie now, but the original recipe was called Alaskan mint pie with shortbread cookie crust with three layers of ice cream/heavy cream with the middle layer that is green and topped off with a meringue topping. You warm the pie just before serving so the meringue is warm and melty on top of the ice cream,” says Cheri Hall. Crust • 5 oz. shortbread cookies, crushed (Lorna Doone brand are my favorite) • 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans • 1/3 cup brown sugar • 6 Tbsp. melted butter

In a mixing bowl, combine ingredients together. Press evenly into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes at 325 F. • Filling • 1 quart softened vanilla ice cream • 1 cup heavy cream • 4-6 tsp. crème de menthe • Green food coloring, optional (if a deeper green color is desired)

Spread half of the ice cream over the cooled crust and freeze. Beat cream until stiff, fold in crème de menthe (to taste), and add green food coloring until you’ve reached the desired green color. Spread over the first layer of ice cream and freeze until firm. Spread remaining ice cream over the whipped cream layer and freeze. Meringue topping • 3 egg whites • 1/8 tsp. cream of tartar • 6 Tbsp. sugar

Beat egg whites until foamy and add cream of tartar. Continue beating and add in sugar 1 Tbsp. at a time until stiff peaks form. Spread over frozen pie and freeze for 24 hours before heating and serving. Ice cream layers can be made several days ahead of time; just make meringue the day before. At serving time, preheat oven to 450 F and place the pie in the oven for 4 to 6 minutes or until the meringue just begins to brown. Serve immediately. CHM November/December 2023

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Home for the Holidays LET'S CUT to the CHEESE

A cheese board is a delicacy that’s perfect for every occasion, but making one might seem like more than you bargained for. Michelle Webb of The Cheese Shop in Carrboro – a one-stop shop for all your customized cheese desires – follows these three steps to make the perfect board.

Choose Your Cheese

Hit the store as close to the event as possible. The cheese may already have been aged, but you want it freshly cut by the date you need it. Make sure to grab cheeses from different families to have a variety. Start with a fresh or chevre cheese, add a soft cheese like feta or ricotta and a firmed cheese such as cheddar or Parmigiano. Once you cover the bases, pick out a washed rind, or “stinky” cheese, for some pizazz. Be sure to grab about one to two ounces of cheese per person if the cheese board is accompanied by other items. 2

As you start getting your house ready for guests, Karrie Tilley from the Orange and Durham County chapters of the National League of Junior Cotillions has a few suggestions for keeping your kids involved.

Task your kids with answering the door and politely welcoming guests in. (Bonus if you can encourage them to use a different festive phrase with each person!) Be sure to tell them to stand up straight and make eye contact.

During mealtime, try to remind kiddos to keep their napkins in their laps, elbows down and chew with their mouths closed. Show them how to pass food to their right and practice excusing themselves if they are feeling fidgety.

Set out an art project for younger guests once they have finished eating – giant coloring sheets with holiday outlines like ornaments or Christmas trees are always popular. Purchase some paper party plates for kids to decorate to their hearts’ desire, or hide candy canes around the house for those youngsters who want to move around. Engage everyone at the party by hosting a Christmas tree-drawing contest (with no peeking!) and have everyone vote on a winner.

Let kids get creative with thank-you notes for any gifts.

Assemble Your Masterpiece Get creative with your

choice of board – slate and wood are classics. Assort your cheeses so that guests are starting with a mild, fresh or goat cheese followed by soft, hard and blue or stinky cheese as the finale. Cut your cheeses into shapes that pique your interest – triangles, wedges, batons or even crumbles. Place other items around and between the cheeses, really letting your imagination go.

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MIND your MANNERS

Add Accoutrements Pair the assorted cheeses with light

crackers – olive oil or lighter herb flavoring – to keep the attention on the cheese profiles. Fig jam can balance out the saltiness of the cheese while winter fruits like pears, apple slices and marcona almonds cleanse the palate. Steer away from adding harsh decoratives like rosemary or thyme, and make sure everything is seasonal and edible.

’Tis the season for hosting friends and family – we’ve got tips for making the most of it

HAVE FUN with the WHOLE FAMILY Ten ideas for hanging out with your adult kids when they’re back in town.

Be Creative Bring your relatives to a private painting party at Wine & Design Chapel Hill where you can pick your medium

and let your creative self flow while enjoying a beverage. If public painting isn’t your thing, you can even sip and paint from the comfort of your own home through the studio’s On Wheels program. 2

Get Active Remind your family members to pack their

running shoes for the Gallop & Gorge 8K in Carrboro that starts at 8 a.m. on Thanksgiving. And if you’ve got active grandkids, the Little Turkey Kids Races (held after the main run) are free for children ages 2-9. 3

Sip and Shop Pop into Zog’s Art Bar & Pool Hall after your

Thanksgiving feast for a round of pool or shop the art and wine sale at Imbibe on Black Friday. 4

Cook Together Choose your favorite cuisine ranging from

Japanese and Indian to French and Italian, roll up your sleeves and prepare a four-course meal with guidance from C’est si Bon! Cooking School chefs. 5

Make an Escape Think you have what it takes to make it out of Tar Heel Escapes? Discover clues, solve puzzles and crack

codes to find the key within 60 minutes to escape. 6

Walk and Learn Stroll through the Northside neighborhood as you

listen to an audio tour full of stories and history, told by longtime residents and community members. 7

Beer Tasting Drop in to Carolina Brewery and try their Santa’s Secret

Belgian Dark Strong ale, a blend of fruity flavor and dark crystal malts to warm up your holiday season. 8

Arcade Adventures If your kids have little

ones of their own, all three generations can enjoy games from pinball to Ms. Pac-Man at The Baxter during family hours on Saturdays and Sundays. 9

ADD in SOME NATURE

Create a beautiful centerpiece with these tips from Lisa Joyner of Fireside Farm. (See more of her work on page 26.)

spirit of sustainability, try creating a tablescape • Inthatthedoes not require floral foam. Use a decorative bowl (compote) or a low ceramic planter, attach some pin frogs to the bottom of the (dry) vessel with plumber putty and add a bundle of chicken wire that fills up the vessel. Then you can fill it with water and keep refilling it as the days pass. Flowers, greenery and grasses will create an armature of sorts as you add them, making it easier to achieve different heights of each element that stand on their own. are lots of beautiful native grasses and greenery • There in this part of North Carolina that last for quite a while, even out of water. Camellia leaves, cedar branches, eucalyptus, asparagus greens, magnolia, ninebark and scented geranium make a lovely greenery base for your arrangement. Then add berries! Viburnum, beautyberry and holly are available now and add a pop of holiday color to any arrangement. Until the first frost, dahlias and zinnias are perfect focal flowers, but you can also use roses any time of year. an airy touch, floating above the other flowers (but • For not so full as to block your view across the table), try cosmos, pink or white muhly grass or a little pampas grass. Other fun additions to your late fall decor: amaranth, celosia and Jewels of Opar! Many local flower farmers grow these varieties, and they are generally not available at big-box stores that import all of their flowers from Central America. Take advantage of what’s grown here in Zone 7B – North Carolina flowers are in full fall crescendo into early November most years! CHM – Compiled by Lena Miano

Give Back Volunteer at the SECU Family House by preparing

and serving meals, creating your own grab-and-go breakfast bags or dropping off supplies to keep the pantry stocked. 10

See a Movie Head to the cinema so you don’t miss upcoming

flicks such as “The Marvels,” “Wonka,” and “Trolls Band Together.” During Terrific Tuesdays at Silverspot Cinema and The Lumina Theater, tickets are a bargain. November/December 2023

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Holly Jolly Holidays

Get in the spirit of the season with these events

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• Bring the family to The Carolina Inn’s Brunch with Santa for a breakfast buffet, magic show, face painting and a meeting with Santa himself. Various dates in December, destinationhotels. com/carolina-inn

vendors and adopt a new furry friend at Paws4ever’s Holiday Craft Fair. Proceeds earned from the bake sale, raffle and Paws4ever merch will all support pets in need. Nov. 4, paws4ever.org

• Support the artists

• Have a

of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts during the annual Art of Giving showcase featuring giftable art. Don't miss the reception on Nov. 24 from 6-9 p.m. Nov. 14 through Dec. 31, hillsboroughgallery.com

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• Holiday shop at Lanza’s Cafe’s second annual

fall festival complete with craft vendors, music by Italian folk band La Terza Classe and yard games and crafts for kids. Nov. 12, lanzascafe.com

• Deck the halls with your own handmade

needle-felted winter holiday ornaments thanks to instruction from artist Lindy Chicola at Eno Arts Mill. Nov. 18 and Dec. 9, artsorange.org

• Embrace the season with the North Carolina

Symphony and conductor Michelle Di Russo as they play arrangements of holiday classics at Memorial Hall. Nov. 28, ncsymphony.org

• Give back this season by bringing donations

for Be a Santa to a Senior, Toys for Tots and the People & Pet Food Drive to either of the Orange County Public Library locations. Through Dec. 15, orangecountync.gov

• Pick out a tree, sip hot cocoa on a train ride or

design an ornament during Spring Haven Farm’s Winter Wonderland with Goats. Nov. 29 through Dec. 31, springhavenfarm.com

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snowball fight, warm up with toasty s’mores, pet pony “reindeer,” grab a candy cane from HOLIDAY TREES the peppermint forest BY LYNN and meet Santa at 1870 WARTSKI Farm’s seventh annual Holiday at the Farm. Every weekend in December through Dec. 31, and the week before Christmas, 1870farm.com

• Get crafty this season and create a candle ring, garland, a kissing ball or a holiday centerpiece at a West Queen Studio workshop. Dec. 1, 9, 16, westqueenstudio.com

• Shop for the perfect gift and indulge in the

bake sale and food trucks at St. Thomas More Catholic School’s 18th annual Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show. Dec. 2, stmcsnc.org

• Bid on various live auction items and enjoy

sweets in the dessert auction during Orange County Rape Crisis Center’s 36th Annual Gala and Live Auction held at The Blue Zone at Kenan Stadium. Dec. 2, ocrcc.org

• Check off your gift list and make a positive

impact at the Inclusive Business Holiday Gift Market at Blue Hill Event Center featuring vendors committed to employing an inclusive workforce. Dec. 2, extraordinaryventures.org

• Catch a performance of the classic “The Nutcracker” by the Triangle Youth Ballet at Chapel Hill High School. Dec. 2-3, triangleyouthballet.org

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• Be a part of a 20-year tradition and create

your own festive decoration at West Queen Studio’s Wreath-Making Workshop. Dec. 2, 3, 9, westqueenstudio.com

• Fashion your own mosaic ornaments with artist Theresa Arico and make your tree sparkle at this Eno Arts Mill holiday workshop. Dec. 2 and 3, artsorange.org

• Head to The Carolina Inn Holiday Market and

Bier Garten for a European-style shopping experience featuring treats, jewelry, ornaments and more. Dec. 3, 10, 17, destinationhotels.com/ carolina-inn

• Become an elf in Santa’s workshop and

craft your own commemorative teddy bear to celebrate The Carolina Inn’s centennial anniversary. Ideal for ages 5-10, this event will be filled with birthday treats and storytelling. Dec. 3 and 17, destinationhotels.com/carolina-inn

• Watch the fourth annual Running of the Elves,

a 1-mile race from Mitchell Street down Churton Street to the historical courthouse, followed by the return of the Light Up the Night Hillsborough Holiday Parade. Don’t miss the annual tree lighting and community singing directly after. Dec. 3, hillsboroughchamber.com

• Cozy up with free hot chocolate from La Vita

Dolce, listen to music from the Culbreth Middle School chorus, Carrboro High School chorus and Christ United Methodist Church choir, meet Santa Claus and watch the tree lighting at Southern Village’s Miracle on Market Street. Dec. 5, southernvillage.com

• Gather at Carrboro Town Hall for the

official lighting of the community tree. Dec. 8, townofcarrboro.org

• Grab a seat on the sidewalk for the annual

Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Parade highlighting a variety of community and cultural groups parading from Chapel Hill to Carrboro. Dec. 9, chapelhillarts.org

• Join the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra,

internationally celebrated trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, and New York vocalist and composer Ashley Pezzotti at Memorial Hall as they spread cheer during the annual Big Band Holidays tour. Dec. 9, carolinaperformingarts.org

• Watch Dorrance Dance take on their rendition of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic, “The Nutcracker” at Memorial Hall. Dec. 13, carolinaperformingarts.org

• Enjoy cookies, crafts and a children’s show at the Carrboro Century Center’s family-friendly Kids, Cookies & Candy Canes event. Dec. 14, townofcarrboro.org

• Experience the sounds of the season with

Voices’ December choir concert held at UNC’s Moeser Auditorium in Hill Hall. Dec. 16, voiceschapelhill.org

• Have your kids test their gingerbread building

skills in this decorating class hosted by The Carolina Inn. Before class, kids can enjoy a storytime with Santa and have their picture taken with him. Dec, 20, 21, 22, destinationhotels.com/ carolina-inn

• Bring a lantern for the Solstice Lantern Walk

starting at the Eno River Farmers Market Pavilion, traveling through River Park along the Riverwalk. This year’s event will feature local artists, live music, hot drinks, warm food and more. Dec. 21, hillsboroughartscouncil.org CHM

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Deck the halls West Queen Studio classes spread a little cheer

By Je ssic a Str in g er P h o to g rap hy by Bar b ara Be ll Photography

ows of magnolia branches and greenery line the driveway of Morgan Howell Moylan’s house on an overcast December afternoon. She welcomes us to her covered patio, where we each have a workstation, guiding us next into the separate kitchen 40

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LEFT Participants had the option of adding dried orange and pomegranate slices to their garlands. ABOVE RIGHT Morgan Howell Moylan lends a hand during class. RIGHT Morgan keeps her supplies for her floral arrangements in cabinetry repurposed from a hardware store.

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ABOVE Leslie Brown continues to add magnolia, cryptomeria and Carolina Sapphire to her garland. RIGHT Michelle Balthazar gets started on her garland. BELOW RIGHT West Queen Studio assistant Anneliese Reynoso and Morgan.

designed just for her West Queen Studio classes. We help ourselves to fudgy chocolate crinkle cookies from Kim’s Bake Shop a few blocks away in downtown Hillsborough. Morgan, who grew up on a farm in Waynesville, North Carolina, has been enamored with nature her whole life. The UNC graduate waded into corporate America before earning an associate degree at North Carolina State’s Agriculture Institute. Over the years, she’s honed her floral design skills in courses from experts around the world. Locally, Morgan’s been a regular participant in the North Carolina Museum of Art’s Art in Bloom and a creator of oversize installations that brought color and cheer to Hillsborough during the pandemic. Dusting off the powdered sugar from our hands, we get to work grouping together magnolia branch pieces she’s purchased or foraged, connecting them with wire. “See the size of the bunch Leslie is making? That’s a good size, because she won’t have to make as many,” Morgan instructs. “Make sure that each bunch is really covering the stems of the other bunch.” Most of the participants, 42

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friends and neighbors of Morgan, are making garlands for their mantels; my 5-foot-long one will wrap around the top of my Carolina blue front door. Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas” plays as we stay warm under the heaters. Morgan’s quick to offer up a tip or an encouraging word. “You’ve chosen two textures, so it’s going to be easy to do,” she says, observing my progress (or rather, lack thereof). “Good idea. I really like that.” She’s my floral fairy godmother, jumping in to help me get caught up. Her other workshops teach lessons on everything from how to make your own boutonnieres to how to transform plastic-sleeved grocery store blooms into a stunning centerpiece. There’s one for brides and their wedding parties to create their own bouquets; another is geared toward real estate agents and interior designers to learn to arrange flowers for open houses or staging. Most importantly, the classes are for all skill levels. “Everyone says, ‘Oh, I’m not crafty. I’m not crafty,’” Morgan says. “I mean, you don’t have to be crafty on this. Like, at all. It’s gonna be beautiful. I think it looks amazing.” In December, her courses take a turn for the festive with wreaths and centerpieces. “As a business owner, I’m composting everything,” she says. “I always wonder if the Town of Hillsborough compost guys who pick up the leaves at the curb realize that they’re getting like five times as much around the Christmas season.” At the end, Morgan sends us on our way with a botanical creation we can be proud of, along with extra bits of greenery to fill in any gaps. “As long as it looks good, then you did it right,” she says. “Fake it till you make it.” CHM

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Holiday Entertaining

Can’t rain on our parade The weather didn’t stop spectators from staking out their curbside spot and watching more than forty arts, cultural and community groups march down Franklin Street during last year’s annual holiday parade P h o to g rap hy by Jo h n Mi chael Si m pson

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ABOVE The Chapel Hill High School Tiger Band is the only marching band and color guard in the district and includes 65 students from Chapel Hill High School, Carrboro High School and East Chapel Hill High School. ABOVE LEFT Elizabeth Vallero, with Samuel and Alexander, all donned cozy, festive headwear. LEFT Elected officials from Chapel Hill and Carrboro kick off the parade. 

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ABOVE The Chinese School at Chapel Hill's dragon dance team lit up the dreary day. RIGHT Santa riding atop a Carolina blue fire engine closed out the parade. BELOW A goat and three ponies were part of the Sunrise Community Farm Center delegation.

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W H AT WE’RE EATING NEWS FROM OUR RESTAURANT COMMUNITY, PLUS A DISH WE LOVE

AY POR DIOS 431 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill aypordiosnc.com

NEWS BITES • Eno River Brewing opened its doors on Aug. 10 at 329 Eno Mountain Rd. The brewery, run by Jason Crowe, Stephanie Crowe, Natalie Rice, Blair Welborn, Judson Welborn and Spencer Welborn, has twelve taps with a rotating selection of ten beers brewed in-house and two taps dedicated to gluten-free options. • The RAD Food truck can be found in the Radius Pizzeria & Pub parking lot in Hillsborough on Sundays from 3-8 p.m. and Mondays from noon to 8 p.m. Inspired by their love of food from all over the world, Kate Carroll and Mick Carroll created RAD Food to spread the joy of small plates you can eat with your hands, such as flatbread foldups, including Vietnamese chicken salad and brisket with sauteed veggies and fried onions. • Beau Catering moved from the Piedmont Food Processing Center to 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., the former location of Deli Edison, in September. The business will continue to offer full-service catering, drop-off and pickup catering and daily prepared meals for delivery and grab and go.

or months, folks like Marla Sullivan have been walking by the former Kipos space on West Franklin Street, anticipating the day Ay Por Dios would open. On Sept. 28, Marla beat out everyone in town to try the Oaxacan restaurant on opening day when she sat down for an early lunch, ordering the arroz con pollo served with teriyaki-pineapple sauce. “It was really an honor to be the first customer,” says Marla, who works in information technology at UNC across the street. “I had a delicious meal and got to enjoy the beautiful fall weather out on the patio.” Marla was back for round two after work, this time for one of the creative cocktails, when I struck up a conversation with her at the bar. “I had the Black Margarita, and it was excellent,” she advised me as I perused the drinks menu featuring an extensive tequila selection. Though I didn’t order her recommendation (with charcoal-infused tequila, orange liqueur and black lava salt), I mentally bookmarked it for a later visit. The food menu covers a lot of ground – from hand-rolled sushi and ceviche to pasta dishes – but I stuck with tried-and-true guacamole. Topped with a dusting of queso fresco and pomegranate seeds, the guac easily feeds a few. Owner Edy Barahona put a lot of work into the decor, decking out the eatery with neon signs and eye-catching details that I predict will be all over local Instagram feeds. A mariachi band makes its way through the restaurant as I close out; the party is finally getting started at Ay Por Dios. Guacamole, $20 – by Jessica Stringer 48

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• Sera Cuni, owner of The Root Cellar Café & Catering in Chapel Hill and Café Root Cellar in Pittsboro, was presented the 2023 Undeniably Dairy Award for Savory Dish at the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association’s Chef Showdown Grand Finale on Aug. 14. Sera’s winning dish featured dairy products from Chapel Hill Creamery, Ran-Lew Dairy and Homeland Dairy. • The Dogwood in East 54, originally NoDa Brewing Tapas, and coffee shop The Poplar Cafe, closed their doors on Sept. 30. • Pelican’s SnoBalls opened in Carrboro at 505 W. Main St. The business offers more than 100 flavors of New Orleans shaved ice. • Jujube is now open for lunch Wednesday through Friday. The Asian-fusion restaurant features spicy oyster mushroom curry soup, beef bulgogi and a variety of banh mi sandwiches. • Co-founder and longtime owner Claudia Kemmet-Cooper sold Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe & Restaurant in Durham along with Guglhupf Bake Shop in Eastgate Crossing in Chapel Hill to Sean Scott, a North Carolina transplant. – compiled by Avery Householder CHM

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D I NING GUIDE

INCLUDES RESTAURANTS, DELIS AND BISTROS IN CHAPEL HILL, CARRBORO, HILLSBOROUGH AND NORTHERN CHATHAM COUNTY

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Momo’s Master Made-to-order Himalayan dumplings. 110 N. Columbia St.; 919-903-9051; momosmaster.com

1922 Coffee cafe with grab-andgo options. 140 E. Franklin St.; carolinacoffeeshop.com

Pirate Captain Ramen, seafood, smoothie bowls. 163 E. Franklin St.; 919-968-2098; piratecaptainch.com

Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 159 ½ E. Franklin St.; 919-967-5048; bandidoscafe.com

Sup Dogs Creative hot dogs and sides like jalapeño popper tots and funnel cake sticks. 107 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-9566; supdogs.com

Basecamp Restaurant and bar serving small plates and a variety of international dishes. Open for dinner and Sunday brunch. 105 E. Franklin St.; 984-999-4970; basecampchapelhill.com Bonchon Korean fried chicken. 205 E. Franklin St.; 984-234-0788; bonchon.com Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Hot and cold subs, hand-pulled meats, 12-hour roasted turkey and quality cheeses. 127 Franklin St.; 919-240-4025; capriottis.com Carolina Coffee Shop Casual American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 138 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-6875; carolinacoffeeshop.com Cosmic Cantina Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 128 E. Franklin St.; 919-960-3955; cosmiccantina.com

Sutton’s Drug Store Old-fashioned diner known for its hot dogs, burgers and sandwiches like “Roy’s Reuben.” 159 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-5161; suttonsdrugstore.com Time-Out Southern comfort food 24 hours a day. 201 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-2425; timeout247.com Top of the Hill A Chapel Hill brewery that also offers American food like burgers and flatbreads. 100 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-8676; thetopofthehill.com Tru Deli & Wine Bar Build-your-own sandwiches and wine. 114 Henderson St.; 919-240-7755; trudeli.com Wheat Chinese noodles, rice dishes, desserts. 143 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-4155

Dame’s Chicken & Waffles Chicken, waffles, schmears. ‘Nuff said. 147 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-4228; dameschickenwaffles.com

Yaya Tea Japanese cafe with a variety of bubble teas and imported snacks. 157 E. Franklin St.; 919-914-6302; yayatea.com

Down Time Craft beer, pizza, tacos, wraps, paninis and more. 201 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-7008; downtimechapelhill.com

West Franklin Street

Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews Independent bookstore and Mexican-style chocolatería. 109 E. Franklin St., Ste. 100; 919-913-5055; epiloguebookcafe.com Four Corners American fare, nachos, wings, pasta. 175 E. Franklin St.; 919-537-8230; fourcornersgrille.com Hibachi & Company Hibachi- and teriyaki-style dishes. 153 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-8428; hibachicompany.com Imbibe Bottle shop and restaurant serving pizza, salads and appetizers. 108 Henderson St.; 919-636-6469; 108henderson.com Linda’s Bar & Grill Local beer, sweet potato tots, cheese fries and burgers. 203 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-6663; lindas-bar.com Möge Tee Bubble tea shop offering cheese foam fruit tea, fresh milk tea, fruit parfaits and fruit yakult. 151 E. Franklin St.; 984-234-3278; mogeteechapelhill.com 50

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411 West Fresh pasta, seafood and pizzas inspired by the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean, with a healthy California twist; outdoor dining. 411 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-2782; 411west.com

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Blue’s on Franklin North Carolina barbecue, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and salads. 110 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-5060; bluesonfranklin.com Boro Beverage Co. Locally made kombucha and craft sodas on tap. 400 W. Rosemary St., Ste. 1005; 919-537-8001; borobeverage.com Brandwein’s Bagels Classic New York bagels and breakfast sandwiches. 505 W. Rosemary St.; 919-240-7071; brandweinsbagels.com Bul Box Flavors and dishes inspired by Asia in handcrafted signature boxes with limitless customizability. 200 W. Franklin St. #130; 919-240-4159; bul-box.com Buns Gourmet burgers, fries and shakes made from fresh ingredients. 107 N. Columbia St.; 919-240-4746; bunsofchapelhill.com Carolina Brewery The Triangle’s oldest brewery restaurant features Carolina cuisine. 460 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-1800; carolinabrewery.com Cat Tales Cat Cafe A two-story coffee/ beer/wine cafe home to 12 adoptable cats. 431 W. Franklin St., Ste. 210; 843-345-5289; cattalescatcafe.com Chimney Indian Kitchen + Bar Traditional Indian dishes and unique options like pista korma and lobster pepper masala. 306 W. Franklin St., Ste. D; 984-234-3671; chimneyindiankitchen.com CholaNad Restaurant & Bar Contemporary and traditional South Indian cuisine. Catering available. 310 W. Franklin St.; 800-246-5262; cholanad.com

Al’s Burger Shack Gourmet burgers and fries. 516 W. Franklin St.; 919-904-7659; alsburgershack.com Ay Por Dios Oaxacan food, steak, ceviche. 431 W. Franklin St.; 717-802-0745 Beer Study/Boot Room Bottle shop with in-store drafts and growlers to go, plus soccer pub and sandwich shop. 504 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-5423; beerstudy.com Blue Dogwood Public Market Food hall with individually owned food stalls including Asian fusion, a bottle shop and a nutrient-dense weekly pre-order menu. 306 W. Franklin St., Ste. G; 919-717-0404; bluedogwood.com

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Crossroads Chapel Hill at The Carolina Inn New American cuisine and seasonal specialties; all ABC permits; outdoor dining. 211 Pittsboro St.; 919-918-2777; crossroadscuisine.com Crumbl Cookies Baked-from-scratch, home-delivered cookies featuring six different flavors each week. 133 W. Franklin St., Ste. 50; crumblcookies.com The Dead Mule Club Sunday brunch, tacos and barbecue. 303 W. Franklin St.; 919-969-7659; deadmule.squarespace.com

Franklin Motors Beer Garden A rooftop and fully licensed ABC bar. The Roquette at Franklin Motors serves hand-cut fries and sliders. 601 W. Franklin St.; 919-8697090; franklinmotors.net Heavenly Buffaloes Chicken wings and vegan wings with more than 25 rubs and sauces. 407 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6717; heavenlybuffaloes.com/chapel-hill Italian Pizzeria III Pizza, Italian entrees, calzones and subs. The “place to be” in Chapel Hill for 43 years. 508 W. Franklin St.; 919-968-4671; italianpizzeria3.com Kurama Sushi & Noodle Express Dumplings, salads, noodle dishes. 105 N. Columbia St.; 919-968-4747; kuramasushinoodle.com Lantern Pan-Asian cuisine. 423 W. Franklin St.; 919-969-8846; lanternrestaurant.com Lapin Bleu Bar meets art gallery. 106A N. Graham St.; 919-969-7157 La Résidence French-inspired cuisine. 202 W. Rosemary St.; 919-967-2506; laresidencedining.com Le Macaron French pastries. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 120; lemacaron-us.com Mama Dip’s Kitchen Traditional Southern specialties, brunch and dinner classics like fried chicken and Brunswick stew. 408 W. Rosemary St.; 919-942-5837; mamadips.com Mediterranean Deli Offers healthy vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free Mediterranean options. 410 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-2666; mediterraneandeli.com Merritt’s Grill Famous BLTs, breakfast sandwiches, burgers. 1009 S. Columbia St.; 919-942-4897; merrittsblt.com

Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant Sushi, Thai curries, bibimbap and other Asian entrees. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 150; 919-903-9335; spicy9chapelhill.com Talullas Authentic Turkish cuisine; all ABC permits. 456 W. Franklin St.; 919-933-1177; talullas.com Tea Hill Made-to-order Taiwanese teas and street food. 318 W. Franklin St.; 984-9994580; teahillusa.com Trolly Stop - The Beach on Franklin Specialty hot dogs and burgers. 104 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-4206; trollystophotdogs.com Trophy Room A Graduate Hotels concept serving up shareable plates, salads and burgers. 311 W. Franklin St.; 919-442-9000; graduatehotels.com/chapel-hill/restaurant Vimala’s Curryblossom Café Traditional Indian tandoori and thali. 431 W. Franklin St., Ste. 415; 919-929-3833; curryblossom.com YoPo of Chapel Hill Frozen yogurt, treats and shakes with unique flavors since 1982. 106 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-7867; yogurtpump.com

Village Plaza/East Franklin Street/Eastgate Crossing/ Rams Plaza Alpaca Peruvian rotisserie chicken and sides like maduros and tostones. 237 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-338-2962; alpacachicken.com Breadman’s A variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads and grilled meat, with daily soup and specials. All-day breakfast; catering available. 261 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-967-7110; breadmens.com

Might As Well Bar & Grill Bar favorites. 206 W. Franklin St.; 984-234-3333; chapelhill.mightaswellbarandgrill.com

Caffé Driade Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee, bowl-size lattes, local baked goods, beer and wine. 1215-A E. Franklin St.; 919-942-2333; caffedriade.com

The Northside District Specialty cocktails and international small plates. 403 W. Rosemary St.; 919-391-7044; thenorthsidedistrict.com

The Casual Pint Upscale craft beer market with beer, appetizers and ice-cream sandwiches. 201 S. Elliott Rd., Ste. 5; 919967-2626; chapelhill.thecasualpint.com

Perennial Cafe Serving Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee, tea and pastries. 401 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6045; perennial.cafe

Cava Customizable Mediterranean bowls, salads, pitas and soups. 79 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-636-5828; cava.com

Pho Happiness Pho noodle soup, vermicelli plates and vegetarian/glutenfree options. 508-A W. Franklin St.; 919-942-8201; phohappinessnc.com The Purple Bowl Acai bowls, toast, smoothies, coffee. 306-B W. Franklin St.; 919-903-8511; purplebowlch.com Que Chula Authentic Mexican food, tacos and craft tequilas. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 110; 919-903-8000; quechulatacos.com Roots Natural Kitchen Salads and grain bowls. Children 12 years old and younger eat free all day, every day. 133 W. Franklin St., Bldg. A-115; 984-322-5600; rootsnaturalkitchen.com Saturni Sandwiches, coffee and baked goods. 431 W. Franklin St., Ste. 120; 984-234-3497; saturni-nc.com

Chopt Unique salads, grain and quinoa bowls. Eastgate Crossing; 919-240-7660; choptsalad.com Clean Juice Certified organic juices, smoothies, bowls and snacks. Eastgate Crossing; 919-590-5133; cleanjuice.com Dunk & Slide at Whole Foods Market All-day breakfast, sushi and more. 81 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-968-1983; wholefoodsmarket.com Guglhupf Bake Shop European-style breads, pastries and coffee. Eastgate Crossing; 919-914-6511; guglhupf.com/ chapel-hill-bake-shop Il Palio at The Siena Hotel Italian specialties like butternut squash ravioli. 1505 E. Franklin St.; 919-918-2545; ilpalio.com

Japan Express Hibachi-style meals and sushi. 106 S. Estes Dr.; 919-903-8050 Kipos Greek Taverna Greek cuisine in a relaxed, upscale setting with outdoor dining. Eastgate Crossing; 919-425-0760; kiposchapelhill.com La Hacienda Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 1813 Fordham Blvd.; 919-967-0207; lahaciendamex.com The Loop Pizzas, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers. Eastgate Crossing; 919-969-7112; thelooprestaurant.com Min Ga Authentic Korean cuisine like bibimbap, bulgogi and a variety of homemade kimchi. 1404 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-1773; min-ga.com Monterrey Mexican Grill Tacos, quesadillas, burritos and more. Rams Plaza; 919-969-8750; letsgotomonterrey.com Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant Unlimited sushi and hibachi. Rams Plaza; 919-240-4552; mrtokyojapanese.com/chapel-hill Osteria Georgi House-made pasta, braised meat dishes and antipasto. 201 S. Elliott Rd., Ste. 100; 919-375-0600; osteriageorgi.com Piero’s Pasta & Wine A variety of pasta dishes, soups and salads. 1502 E. Franklin St.; 984-999-4826; pierospasta.com COMING SOON – Pocha Korean Pub & BBQ Korean barbecue and street food. 116 Old Durham Rd. Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken Biscuits, donuts, chicken and coffee. Eastgate Crossing; risebiscuitschicken.com Shake Shack Fast-casual chain serving up 100% Angus beef blend burgers, crinklecut fries and hand-spun shakes. Eastgate Crossing; shakeshack.com COMING SOON – Snooze, An A.M. Eatery Breakfast, comfort food lunches and brunch cocktails that come from carefully sourced ingredients. Eastgate Crossing; snoozeeatery.com Squid’s Fresh seafood options include wood-grilled fillets, Maine lobster, fried seafood and oysters. 1201 Fordham Blvd.; 919-942-8757; squidsrestaurant.com Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen Drive-thru biscuits, sandwiches. 1305 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-1324; sunrisebiscuits.co Sutton’s in the Atrium A cafe version of Sutton’s Drug Store with its famous hot dogs, salads and more. 100 Europa Dr.; 919-2404471; suttonsdrugstore.com Tandoor Indian Restaurant Traditional Indian cuisine, vegan options. 1301 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-6622; tandoorindian.com Thaiphoon Bistro Thai cuisine, curry, stirfry, soups and salads. 1704 E. Franklin St.; 919-869-7191; thaiphoonbistro.com Twisted Noodles Thai noodle soups, pan-fried noodles. Eastgate Crossing; 919-933-9933; twistednoodlesch.com 

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University Place Alfredo’s Pizza Villa Pizzas, calzones, salads, subs, pasta, desserts. 919-968-3424; alfredospizzavilla.com bartaco Tacos, fresh-juice cocktails, poke and mole options. 910-807-8226; bartaco.com Flying Biscuit Cafe All-day breakfast and Southern favorites like shrimp and grits.919-537-8974; flyingbiscuit.com Hawkers Inspired by Southeast Asia’s street fare, this eatery features homemade favorites, from dumplings to curries. 919-415-1799; eathawkers.com Maple View Mobile Ice-cream outpost of the iconic Hillsborough shop. 919-244-1949; mapleviewmobile.com Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill Southern favorites like deviled eggs meet steakhouse mainstays like the legendary 12 oz. filet. 919-914-6688; stoneyriver.com Silverspot Cinema Restaurant Chefinspired menu of freshly made food, craft beers, signature cocktails and wines to pair with your movie. 919-357-9887; silverspot.net

Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (Airport Road) Bombolo Brunch, pasta dishes and small plates. 764 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-914-6374; bombolochapelhill.com Hunam Chinese Restaurant Cantonese cuisine. 790 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-6133; hunamrestaurant.net Lucha Tigre Latin-Asian cuisine and sake-tequila bar. 746 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-914-6368; luchatigre.com The Root Cellar Cafe & Catering Sandwiches, salads, soups, desserts and more for breakfast and lunch. 750 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-3663; rootcellarchapelhill.com

Timberlyne/Chapel Hill North Area Beau Catering Full-service and drop-off catering, meal delivery and grab-and-go meals. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd.; 984-3125485; beaucatering.com Chapel Hill Wine Company Wine store with bottles from all over the globe. 2809 Homestead Rd.; 919-968-1884; chapelhillwinecompany.com Farm House Restaurant Steaks, salads, potatoes. 6004 Millhouse Rd.; 919-929-5727; farmhousesteakhouse.com Joe Van Gogh Coffee, tea and pastries. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-967-2002; joevangogh.com Magone Italian Grill & Pizza Italian mains. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-904-7393; magoneitaliangrillpizza.com New Hope Market Breakfast and daily specials like burgers, soups and more. 6117 N.C. Hwy. 86 S.; 919-240-7851

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OiShii Specialty rolls, teriyaki, stir-fry, sushi. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-932-7002; oishiiroll.com The Pig Barbecue, fried tofu, collards and more. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 101; 919-942-1133; thepigrestaurant.com PiggyBack Classic cocktails, beer and wine and unexpected, creative bar food. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 102; 919-240-4715; thepigrestaurant.com/piggyback Pop’s Pizzeria & Ristorante Pizzas, calzones, stromboli, pasta. 1822 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-932-1040; pops-pizzeria.com Rasa Indi-Chinese Authentic North Indian and Chinese cuisine, with fusion and Thai dishes. Weekly specials. 1826 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-929-2199; rasachapelhill.com Sal’s Pizza & Ristorante Thin-crust and deep-dish pizzas plus an array of Italian comfort food. 2805 Homestead Rd.; 919-932-5125; salspizzaofchapelhill.com Siam Zap Pho Thai fried rice, curry, pho. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-903-8280 Yopop Frozen Yogurt Frozen yogurt shop featuring 14 flavors, bubble tea and smoothies. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-537-8229

N.C. 54 East/Raleigh Road Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 6209 Falconbridge Rd.; 919-493-0904; amantepizza.com BIN 54 Steaks, seafood and other fine American food. Everything made in-house. Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-969-1155; bin54chapelhill.com Brenz Pizza Co. Specialty pizzas, subs, salads. 3120 Environ Way, East 54; 919-636-4636; brenzpizzaco.com Coco Espresso, Bistro & Bar Plant-based, fresh, locally sourced dishes, as well as classic comfort food, cocktails and mocktails, plus coffee, espresso bar, baked goods and pastries. The Gwendolyn, 101 Glen Lennox Dr., Ste. 180; 919-8839003; cocochapelhill.com elements Cuisine combining classical and modern Asian and European cooking techniques; check out the wine bar with full menu next door. 2110 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8780; elementsofchapelhill.com First Watch French toast, pancakes and specialty omelets. 1101 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8488; firstwatch.com Hawthorne & Wood Fine dining cuisine with an outdoor patio, a fully stocked bar and an extensive international wine list. 3140 Environ Way, East 54; 919-240-4337; hawthorneandwood.com Jujube Eclectic, modern cuisine inspired by the flavors of China and Vietnam. Glen Lennox; 919-960-0555; jujuberestaurant.com

Meadowmont Village Bluebird French bistro-style restaurant. 601 Meadowmont Village Circle; bluebirdnc.com Brixx Wood Fired Pizza Specialty pizzas and salads. 501 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-929-1942; brixxpizza.com Kahlovera Mexican bar and grill. 504 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-999-4537; kahloveratacos.com Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar Northern and southern Indian specialties including gobi manchurian, paneer tikka, chicken tikka and hariyali murg kebab. 101 Meadowmont Village Circle; lnlrestaurant.com Meet Fresh Taiwanese desserts and teas. 407 Meadowmont Village Circle; Ste. 101; 984-999-4983; meetfresh.us Quickly Hot and cold tea drinks in addition to Asian street food. 503 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-234-0401; quicklychapelhill.com

Southern Village Al’s Burger Shack Gourmet burgers and fries. 708 Market St.; 919-914-6694; alsburgershack.com La Vita Dolce Pastries, sorbet, gelato, coffee. 610 Market St., Ste. 101-C; 919-968-1635; lavitadolcecafe.com Market and Moss American cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. 700 Market St.; 919-929-8226; marketandmoss.com Rasa Malaysia Authentic Malaysian dishes. 410 Market St.; 984-234-0256; rasamalaysiach.com Rocks + Acid Wine Shop A wine shop and tasting room from award-winning sommelier Paula de Pano. 712 Market St.; 919-428-3564; rocksandacidwineshop.com Town Hall Grill Sandwiches, steak, seafood, Italian dishes. 410 Market St.; 919-960-8696; thetownhallgrill.com Weaver Street Market Food bar items, plus grab and go. 716 Market St.; 919-929-2009; weaverstreetmarket.coop

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401 Main Upscale dive bar and sandwich shop serving shareable bar snacks, local brews and po’boys. 401 Main St.; 919-390-3598; 401main.com Acme Food & Beverage Co. Entrees with a Southern touch. 110 E. Main St.; 919-929-2263; acmecarrboro.com

Nantucket Grill & Bar Clam chowder, lobster rolls and more. 5925 Farrington Rd.; 919-402-0077; nantucketgrill.com

Akai Hana Japanese cuisine including sushi, tempura and teriyaki. 206 W. Main St.; 919-942-6848; akaihana.com

Thai Palace Soup, curries, pad thai. Glenwood Square Shopping Center; 919-967-5805; order.thaipalacechapelhill.com

Armadillo Grill Tex-Mex burritos, enchiladas, tacos, nachos. 120 E. Main St.; 919-929-4669; armadillogrill.com

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Belltree Cocktail Club Prohibition-inspired speakeasy serving creative cocktails, beer and wine. 100 Brewer Lane, A; 984-234-0572; belltreecocktailclub.com

Glasshalfull Mediterranean-inspired food and wine; outdoor dining; all ABC permits. 106 S. Greensboro St.; 919-967-9784; glasshalfull.net Gourmet Kingdom Sichuan cuisine. 301 E. Main St.; 919-932-7222; thegourmetkingdom.com Krave Kava Bar & Tea Lounge Offers a wide range of tea and herbal drinks, all made from kava, a type of plant root. 105 W. Main St.; 919-408-9596; kravekava.com Lanza’s Cafe Coffeehouse serving tea and meads in addition to local pastries, small plates and daily specials. 601 W. Main St.; 919-967-9398; lanzascafe.com

Breakaway Carrboro A casual cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee. 410 N. Greensboro St.; breakawaync.co

Luna Rotisserie & Empanadas South American cuisine meets the American South. 307 E. Main St.; 919-537-8958; lunarotisserie.com

Carrburritos Burritos, tacos, nachos and margaritas. 711 W. Rosemary St.; 919-933-8226; carrburritos.com

Mel’s Commissary & Catering Lunch, snacks, drinks and pop-up dinners. 109 W. Main St.; 919-240-7700; melscarrboro.com

Cham Thai Authentic Thai, Siamese and Chinese cuisine. 370 E. Main St., Ste. 190; 984-999-4646; chamthainc.com

Napoli Wood-fired pizza, espresso, artisanal gelato made from scratch, teas and local craft beer and wines. 105 E. Main St.; 919-667-8288; napolicarrboro.com

The Cheese Shop at Glasshalfull Cut-to-order cheese shop offering a diverse selection of cheese, meat and provisions. 106 S. Greensboro St.; 919-967-9784; cheeseshopnc.com Craftboro Brewing Depot Bottle shop and brewery with taps of craft beer. 101 Two Hills Dr., Unit 180; 919-240-4400; craftborobrewing.com

Open Eye Cafe Freshly roasted coffee by Carrboro Coffee Roasters, tea, beer, wine and baked goods. 101 S. Greensboro St.; 919-968-9410; openeyecafe.com Pelican’s Snoballs Offers over 100 flavors of shaved ice. 505 W. Main St.; pelicanssnoballs.com Pizzeria Mercato Pizza, antipasto, soups, fritti and gelato. 408 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-2277; pizzeriamercatonc.com Speakeasy on Main Cocktail lounge with live music. 100 E. Main St.; facebook.com/ speakeasyonmainstreet Spotted Dog Vegetarian- and vegan-friendly entrees. 111 E. Main St.; 919-933-1117; thespotteddogrestaurant.com Tesoro 18-seat neighborhood restaurant with house-made pasta, seasonal plates and classic sweets. 100 E. Weaver St.; 919-537-8494; tesorocarrboro.com Wings Over 27 flavors of wings. 313 E. Main St.; 919-537-8271; wingsoverchapelhill.com

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Neal’s Deli Buttermilk biscuits on Saturdays and traditional deli fare. 100 E. Main St.; 919-967-2185; nealsdeli.com

Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas, salads and pasta. 300 E. Main St.; 919-929-3330; amantepizza.com

Oakleaf “Immediate” cuisine like pastas and seafood using ingredients from the chef’s own garden. 310 E. Main St.; 984-234-0054; oakleafnc.com

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Haw River Tap & Table Craft beer and flavorful small plates. 300 E. Main St., Ste. C; 919-391-6788; hawrivercarrboro.com

Pizza Factory Pizza, cheesesteaks, baked ziti. Carr Mill Mall; 919-904-7040; pizzafactorync.com

Hot Tin Roof Games and specialty cocktails. 115 W. Margaret Ln.; 919-296-9113; hottinroofbar.com

Iza Whiskey & Eats Japanese fusion cuisine serving small plates, sushi, ramen, whiskey, sake and cocktails. 370 E. Main St., Ste. 140; 919-537-8645; izaeats.com

Tandem Farm-to-table, modern American cuisine with full service bar. Carr Mill Mall; 919-240-7937; tandemcarrboro.com

The House at Gatewood Supper club and special events venue. 300 U.S. 70; 919-241-4083; houseatgatewood.com

Thai Station Authentic, fresh Thai dishes. 201 E. Main St., Ste. C.; 984-234-3230; thaistationnc.com

Jay’s Chicken Shack Chicken, buffalo wings, breakfast biscuits. 646 N. Churton St.; 919-732-3591; jayschickenshack.com

Venable Rotisserie Bistro Upscale comfort food with a heavy emphasis on seasonal ingredients. Carr Mill Mall; 919-904-7160; venablebistro.com

J&F Kitchen Italian, American and Balkan dishes. 155 Mayo St.; jandfkitchen.weebly.com

COMING SOON – La Montaña Latin-Asian inspired coffee shop, tequila cocktail bar and all-day kitchen. 370 E. Main St., Ste. 170; 919-899-9854; eatatlamontana.com Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken Biscuits, doughnuts, chicken and coffee. 310 E. Main St.; 919-929-5115; risebiscuitschicken.com

Carr Mill Mall/ North Greensboro Street B-Side Lounge Small plates, like fondue, and inspired cocktails. Carr Mill Mall; 919904-7160; b-sidelounge.com Grata Diner From scratch breakfast and lunch. Carr Mill Mall; 919-240-7000; gratadiner.com Oasis Organic coffee, tea, beer and wine. Carr Mill Mall; 919-904-7343

Weaver Street Market Hot food bar items are available as grab and go. Carr Mill Mall; 919-929-0010; weaverstreetmarket.coop

Kim’s Bake Shop Homemade baked goods from brownies and doughnuts to “whookies” and pie. 111 N. Churton St.; downtownpies.com

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La Muñeca Ice Cream Paletas, esquites and dorilocos. 131 Mayo St.; la-muneca-ice-cream.business.site

Aidan’s Pizza Pizza, wings and salads. 602 Jones Ferry Rd., Ste. D; 919-903-8622; aidanspizza.hungerrush.com Anna Maria’s Pizzeria Italian cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-929-1877; annamariasnc.wordpress.com Fiesta Grill Burritos, chimichangas, fajitas, tacos. 3307 N.C. Hwy. 54 W.; 919-928-9002; fiestagrill.us Monterrey Mexican Grill Traditional Mexican cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-903-9919; letsgotomonterrey.com Wingman Wings and hot dogs. 104 N.C. Hwy. 54 W.; 919-928-9200; bestwingman.net

HILLSBOROUGH Antonia’s Italian cuisine. 101 N. Churton St.; 919-643-7722; antoniashillsborough.com Big Bob’s City Grill Fresh-made burgers and chicken with country sides. 584 Cornelius St.; 919-732-2953

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Hillsborough BBQ Company Barbecue plates and sandwiches, sides and desserts. 236 S. Nash St.; 919-732-4647; hillsboroughbbq.com Hillsborough Wine Company Wine store with bottles from all over the globe. 118 S. Churton Street; 919-732-4343; chapelhillwinecompany.com

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Los Altos Mexican dishes, such as tacos and chiles rellenos. 126 W. King St.; 919-241-4177; losaltosmexicanrestaurant.com Lupita’s Meat Market and Taqueria Authentic Mexican food including tamales, barbacoa and carnitas. 633 Cornelius St.; 919-296-9000 Maple View Farm Country Store Homemade ice cream. 6900 Rocky Ridge Rd.; 919-960-5535; mapleviewfarm.com Matthew’s Chocolates Gourmet chocolates, frozen treats and baked goods. 104 N. Churton St.; 984-245-9571 Nomad International street food-inspired eatery. 122 W. King St.; 984-217-0179; thenomadnc.com Pizza Cornicione Neapolitan pizzeria and gelateria. 230 S. Nash St.; 919-245-8566; pizzacornicione.com Pueblo Viejo Traditional Mexican food. 370 S. Churton St.; 919-732-3480 Radius Pizzeria & Pub Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, salads and desserts. Outdoor dining. 112 N. Churton St.; 919-245-0601; radiuspizzeria.net Saratoga Grill New England-style cuisine. 108 S. Churton St.; 919-732-2214; thesaratogagrill.com Steve’s Garden Market & Butchery Sandwiches, baked goods, pimento cheese. 610 N. Churton St.; 919-732-4712; stevesgardenmarket.com The Village Diner Southern fare and takeout pizza. 600 W. King St.; 919-245-8915; villagedinernc.com Vinny’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria Italian favorites. 133 N. Scottswood Blvd.; 919-732-9219; vinnyshillsborough.com Weaver Street Market Food bar items are available as grab and go. 228 S. Churton St.; 919-245-5050; weaverstreetmarket.coop Whit’s Frozen Custard Rotating flavors of frozen custard, treats, pints to go. 240 S. Nash St.; 919-245-8123; whitscustard.com

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Wooden Nickel Pub Pub fare and rotating craft beer. 113 N. Churton St.; 919-932-0134; thewnp.com Yonder Southern Cocktails & Brew Beer, wine, frose and more. 114 W. King St.; yonderbarnc.com

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Breakaway Cafe A casual cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee. 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 100; 984-234-3010; breakawaync.co Capp’s Pizzeria & Trattoria Traditional Italian cuisine including fresh pastas, pizzas and more. 79 Falling Springs Dr., Ste. 140; 919-240-4104; cappspizzeria.com O’YA Cantina Latin cuisine from all over the world. 72 Chapelton Ct.; 984-999-4129; oyacantina.com

Governors Village Ciao Bella Pizzeria Pizza, pastas, sandwiches. 1716 Farrington Point Rd.; 919-932-4440 Flair Restaurant & Wine Bar Frenchinfluenced food, coffee and Sunday brunch. 50100 Governors Dr.; 919-967-9990; flairfusionrestaurant.com

North Chatham Village/ Cole Park Plaza/Polks Landing 501 Pharmacy Maple View Farm ice cream, plus malts and shakes. 69 Knox Way, Ste. 110; 984-999-0501; 501rx.com Captain John’s Dockside American seafood dishes. 11550 U.S. Hwy. 15-501 N.; 919-9687955; docksidechapelhill.com

Gov’s Fusion Cantina Americana meets traditional Mexican cuisine. 50050 Governors Dr.; 919-240-5050; govsfusioncantina.com

Guanajuato Mexican Restaurant Mexican dishes with vegetarian options. 11552 U.S. Hwy. 15-501 N., Ste. 205; 919-929-8012; guanajuatomexicanrestaurant.net

Sal’s NY Pizza Italian specialties seven days a week. 50010 Governors Dr.; 919-903-8091; salsnypizzachapelhill.com

Panda Garden Chinese dishes like chow mein and egg foo young. Takeout is available. 11312 U.S. Hwy. 15-501 S., Ste. 303; 919-960-8000; chapelhillpandagarden.com

Tarantini Italian Restaurant Italian cuisine. 50160 Governors Dr.; 919-942-4240; tarantinirestaurant.com

Szechuan Village Bold Chinese flavors and bubble tea. 111 Knox Way; 919-869-7894; szechuanvillagechapelhill.com Ta Contento Mex Fresh Food Authentic Mexican food, like tacos, burritos, guacamole and fajitas. 11620 US 15-501 Hwy. N. Chapel Hill; 919-945-4819; ta-contento.com

Town Hall Burger & Beer Burgers plus tacos, wings and salads. 58 Chapelton Ct.; 984-234-3504; townhallburgerandbeer.com

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Natalie Tuinstra, a senior at UNC, stands with Muffin at ClearWind Farm, where practitioners work with individuals and organizations to support and promote mental wellness.

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W E L L NE SS

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att Case steps inside the main barn at ClearWind Farm, and curious horses poke their heads out from

their stalls to see who might have some treats. He walks past private offices and a dedicated yoga studio to say hello to Bud, a 24-year-old American quarter horse. Bud pricks up his ears, and his big, brown eyes follow Matt’s movements. Bud flares his nostrils and huffs his disappointment that Matt is empty-handed. “When people and horses interact, that’s when the cool stuff happens,” says Matt, who is a licensed clinical mental health counselor. He and his wife, Suzanne Case, established their business in 2000 when the couple blended their families and combined her passion for horses and both of their professions in mental wellness. “I rode occasionally growing up, but it wasn’t a big part of my life the way it’s been for Suzanne’s whole life,” he says. The farm currently has eight independent practitioners, some of whom are certified through organizations such as the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International and Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association. About 20 horses live at the farm where the barn, shelters, riding rings and pastures sit on 200 acres west of Chapel Hill near the Cane Creek Reservoir. 

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Various programs on the farm include equine-assisted psychotherapy and learning, yoga and riding lessons. Scholarships are made possible by generous donors to provide financial assistance to those who are unable to afford sessions. Matt says being with and caring for horses can have a soothing effect that catalyzes healing. “There are some people who wouldn’t step foot in a therapist’s office but will come out to hang out with horses,” he explains. “It’s another avenue to therapy and growth work that people, for whatever reason, just wouldn’t otherwise have – veterans come to mind. And for people with attachment issues or relationship issues, relationship traumas, that’s where I see the most shifts happening. They come in with these expectations about their worth or how relationships will go or say, ‘The horse doesn’t like me.’ Maybe the horse doesn’t respond very warmly the first time, but over time, they see that relationships take time and effort, and you can build connections.”

doing. Mindfulness goes along with that, which can be hard when you’re getting caught up in the day. The other thing that has really carried over is, I don’t get sweaty palms driving in the rain anymore.” M I N DF U L MI R R O R S Natalie Tuinstra grew up on a horse farm in Pinehurst, North

Carolina, where she says horses taught her social skills and gave her lessons in self-awareness. “They’re these amazing creatures that are very empathetic,” says Natalie, a UNC senior double majoring in psychology and information science. “And, if you’re feeling some sort of way, they can sense that even if they’re not looking at you. If you’re riding, they can sense exactly what you’re feeling and reflect that back to you. I learned to be very self-aware about how I’m feeling. They’re very social creatures, and they have a lot of the same characteristics as humans. They have friends. They have enemies. IN WARD REFLEC T I ON You get to see how they interact with Jenn Viemont, a licensed clinical each other and interact with you.” social worker and therapist, sold Natalie is president of Active her business about a year ago and Minds at Carolina, a local chapter of wanted to take some time for herself a national nonprofit organization that before starting a new therapy practice. seeks to increase awareness and support She was looking for something of mental health. Her experience with unconventional when she came across horses expands her sensitivity to the ClearWind Farm’s equine-assisted range of human emotions. learning services. “I can’t explain it,” Natalie says, “When I was pregnant with my trying to articulate how horses can daughter, who’s now 19, I was in detect a person’s state of mind. “It’s a car accident in the rain,” Jenn just a feeling, especially if you’re very recalls. “It was scary enough that close to the horse. But with a new since then driving in the rain, I get horse, I think [reading a horse] has a sweaty palms, and my heart beats. lot to do with their ears. If their ears It doesn’t prevent me from driving, are pinned back, that means, ‘Oh, but it’s uncomfortable. So, a kind I don’t want you to come up right of secondary goal would be getting now, I’m feeling spicy.’ But if their through that nervousness.” ears are up and forward, it means that Jenn spent three or four months of they’re welcoming.” groundwork with Bud, learning how Natalie says ClearWind Farm to slow down and bond with this large reached out late last year to Active Matt Case visits with Bud in his stall at ClearWind Farm. animal. “I had to really learn how to Minds at Carolina to pilot a wellness Bud is a 24-year-old American quarter horse with years of experience helping humans feel better. be present in that moment walking program for college students. She from the stable to the ring [with Bud] remembers a similar project that if I didn’t want this very frustrating used an exercise where she had to task of getting him back away from the grass. That was such a great move a horse through two poles without speaking to or touching hands-on way to learn about being connected to what you’re doing, the animal. “The goal was to use your energy to shift them,” Natalie being connected to who you’re with and [getting] immediate feedback says. “It was funny, because I thought, ‘Oh, this will be easy for me [from the horse] for when that’s not happening.” because I have experience with horses,’ but my partner [horse] and I Jenn, who describes herself as logic-oriented, was surprised by her were the last ones to do it. It really depends on the horse and figuring own reaction at the end of her sessions at the farm. “I cried like a baby out what works well for them and what doesn’t. I love how they all saying goodbye,” she says. “It was as if I was never going to see my best have their own personalities, and you get to learn their differences. … friend ever again. The trust and the connection that I did not think Interactions with horses can make you more self-aware, learning about was possible with the horse, it really, really happened. … It’s about your own emotions and how to process them.” being present in the moment, which has been a huge thing for me The next wellness session this fall will include Duke University throughout my life. And being aware of how I’m feeling and what I’m students. Bud hopes someone will bring carrots or apples. CHM

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he wellness room at East Chapel Hill High School was once a small conference space with a table, chairs and some bare walls, often used for staff meetings. While students would occasionally stop by the room to take a breather, educators at the school wanted to create a more inviting space for students to do so. After recent renovations, the bleak room is now a warm, inviting area for students to utilize. “We are continuously making changes that will increase how we serve students and support

LEFT Will Breaden, 18, Nadiyah Walker, 18, and Graysie Casey, 16, taking a moment of calm in the wellness room.

“Ultimately, we wanted the room to feel safe without being overly serious,” Renu says, noting the wall full of portraits of animals dressed up in old-timey clothes. “The design was informed by mental health educators and blends together color, material and age-appropriate sensory resources with touches of whimsy.” The latter includes many donations from local businesses – Golden Fig Books and Flyleaf Books gifted the school books and branded stickers, Rumors Boutique offered stickers and buttons and MagikCraft in Durham provided polished stones with engravings, branded stickers, a hacky sack knit ball, books, crystals and an emotions card deck. A needlepoint pillow was donated by Raleigh’s Furbish Studio, while Renu used her to-the-trade connections to provide most of the space’s other decor. “The anchoring point of the room is a relaxed, organic woven grasscloth wallcovering in sage green,” she says. “This texture helped create softness in the absence of natural light and windows while covering up cement walls.” Melissa says she’s pleased with how often the room has been utilized thus far. “Students are immediately drawn to this room when they are introduced to this space,” she says. “You will find them sitting down on the couch, engaging with the zen sand garden, picking up different books to look through and expressing their interest in returning to this room whenever they are having a difficult moment.” CHM

RIGHT The anchoring point of the room is a relaxed, organic woven grasscloth wallcovering in sage green, which helps create softness in the absence of natural light. The space’s seating is configured in a variety of seat types and materials with tools for mindfulness that students can engage with. BELOW Zora Jones-Lewis, 17, and Callum Breaden, 16.

them to meet their needs,” says Melissa Breaden, the school’s social worker. “This is looking at the whole child, as we know that students need to be feeling well physically, mentally and emotionally to be able to successfully engage in learning and growing.” The welcoming sanctuary is one that administrators hope students feel comfortable visiting to take a break, get support from a staff member or have a difficult conversation. “With a comfortable couch and chairs, as well as space for up to eight people to sit, this space serves the individual student needs [or] a small group when restorative conferences are held to repair relationships among students,” Melissa says. Designer Renu Mathias of Renu Mathias Interiors led the project alongside ECHHS parents Genevieve Bhan, Jen Krueger and Elizabeth Sharp, who had an interest or expertise in mental health. Meetings for the renovation began in January 2023, and it was completed in May.

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At the height of online learning in September 2020, Raquel Harris wanted her seventh graders to be able to make connections to combat loneliness. Then an English language arts teacher at Culbreth Middle School, Raquel created a pen pal project, partnering with Dr. Donna Miller, the medical director at Carolina Meadows retirement community, and her ELA co-teacher, Linda Kroger. Students and residents at Carolina Meadows were able to send weekly emails back and forth with their pen pal over the course of eight months. “We saw this [increase] of children being able to feel seen and 68

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seniors being able to feel heard, and it was this brilliant, beautiful thing,” Raquel says. The program continued throughout the 2021-22 school year, but the groups were unable to meet in person due to pandemic restrictions. When the pen pal students started high school during the 2022-23 school year, Raquel Harris, who followed them to Carrboro High School to teach English, wanted her students to be able to continue speaking with their pen pals. She asked Eileen Ferrell, volunteer manager at Carolina Meadows, if the residents were willing to “move” with her to high school to continue the project,

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and they agreed. Instead of emails, pen pals were able to send each other physical letters in the mail. Raquel says, “When we got back to inperson [learning], I said there’s something really powerful about receiving mail and seeing handwriting and seeing that someone intentionally took the time.” Toward the end of the school year, Raquel’s students and residents at Carolina Meadows gathered at Carrboro High School on May 19 to meet in person for the first time and exchange long-awaited face-toface conversations. “It’s just brilliant when you see them meet one another, and it’s like their souls are connecting,” Raquel says.

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The project has been meaningful For many of the older adult for both the residents and students. participants, the pen pals project has Carolina Meadows resident Judy been an opportunity to connect with a Jones, who is a former Chapel Hilldifferent generation. Carolina Meadows Carrboro City Schools teacher, says resident Eric Chetwynd enjoys asking forming connections with her pen pal, his pen pal, Grace Titler, about her Genesis Gonzalez, has been special. opinions on different topics while also “It’s that connection with wonderful bonding over their love for reading. young people, and in a relationship “One thing I asked Grace was [how] that doesn’t involve grades, courses, she felt about global warming and homework or anything, just a letter climate change, and her answer back and forth,” Judy says. Genesis surprised me a little bit,” he says. also recognizes the impact the project “She said that she was worried about has had on her. “I think personally it future generations, and I told her I was has meant a lot to me because I feel worried about her generation. But it was Judy Tilson and Delphine Maetzel. like there’s a connection that, on my just interesting to get the viewpoints of own, I could’ve never built if it wasn’t the younger generation. And she told for Ms. Harris,” she says. “And I think that this has brought a lot of me about the movies she likes, the books she likes. I read the books, happiness into my life because all of the letters I received were so and I actually read the books of my other pen pals, too.” warm and welcoming.” Raquel says the project is still going strong this school year, and Carrboro student Djina Alicante-Stuesse, who has been many students continue to speak with their pen pals. “It’s just been communicating with her pen pal, Nell Laton, since she was in this beautiful process of me getting to know my students better and seventh grade, is grateful to have been a part of the project over getting to hear who they are when they’re not afraid of making an the years. “We haven’t had a big group like this, and when I was in impression, and I think the value of multigenerational friendships seventh grade and we did the pen pal project, we didn’t get to meet is just that you’re not encumbered by judgment because you’ve got [in person] with anyone, so it’s been great,” Djina says. nothing to prove.” CHM

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Eight high school juniors at Emerson Waldorf School form a semicircle in front of an anvil and a hissing forge. One of the students, Nico Peacock, 16, wears a heavy, heat-resistant apron, protective eyewear and thick leather gloves as he grips metal tongs to hold a steel rod. Their teacher, Bill Ogonowski, demonstrates how to punch a hole in the glowing metal. Each student would learn to forge their own iron hook as their first project in the beginner blacksmithing class. Not many high schools have their own on-site forge. Nor do many boast of affable teachers like Bill, also known as “Mr. O,” who possesses an uncommon set of skills such as blacksmithing, woodworking and dramaturgy. This is his second year on the faculty, though he volunteered for the last several years to help on numerous projects with his mentors, Peter Moyers (woodworking)

CLOCKWISE FROM OPPOSITE PAGE ABOVE LEFT One of two blacksmithing forges at an outdoor classroom at Emerson Waldorf School. Recently retired teacher Mark Eichinger-Wiese created the metalsmithing program, which also offers adult blacksmithing evening classes in cooler months to help fund the classroom. Eve Child-Lanning, 16, pounds a chisel to shape a heated metal rod that will become a hook. Alex Wieties, 16, holds the piece in place on the anvil before taking his turn with the hammer. An assortment of finished and unfinished hooks.

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and Mark Eichinger-Wiese (metalsmithing). When Peter and Mark retired in 2022, they passed on their respective classes to Bill, who has a background in technical theater and previously worked for the Durham Arts Council. “You have a little bit more freedom in those classes than in core classes,” says Zamaria Proeschold-Bell, 16. “It’s really nice, because everyone in our class knows each other really well. We all work together to create something amazing.” In their drama class last year, Graeme Evans, 16, says Bill empowered them to write an original play inspired by “The Birds” by Greek playwright Aristophanes. “I enjoy how student-oriented Mr. O’s classes are,” he says, adding that he’s learning to trust his own intuition. “He gives us whatever material he wants us to work with and then lets us roll with it.” Bill says he gains a new perspective from his students. “I feel I have way more hope for us as people [because of] their inquisitiveness, their kind of drive,” he says about seeing a difference in their

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critical thinking skills. “Their eyes are different in the way they look at pieces. … I love seeing them, and I love to just hear them work. I can hear when they’re doing well. I can hear if they’re hitting the steel correctly or if they’re running a plane through wood correctly. We’re willing to work on getting our bodies and minds to align head, heart and hands. It flows from one to the other and then out.” Nico articulates what it means to have hands-on learning with a teacher like Mr. O. “[It] kindles the love of learning for learning’s sake instead of for the purpose of passing tests,” he says about a newfound appreciation for how things are made. “It’s a great class to have at the end of a day, because sometimes the days can feel quite long and just to hit all the metal as hard as you need to is a good stress release. It’s a very different type of creative work than I usually do. Mr. O said once you learn how to work metal, people see you as magicians, and I just love that.” CHM

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BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 1914 S. Miami Blvd., Durham 919-598-0190; bcacrusaders.org Focus Partners with Christian families to help equip students academically, socially, physically and spiritually. Grades K-11 Total Enrollment 210 Student/Faculty Ratio 13:1 Yearly Tuition Elementary, $7,604; middle/high school, $8,386 Special Requirements Student testing and parent interview. CAMELOT ACADEMY 809 Proctor St., Durham (main campus, with an additional farm campus in north Durham) 919-688-3040; camelotacademy.org Focus Features individualized instruction, mastery-based learning and parental involvement. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 150 Student/Faculty Ratio 11:1 Yearly Tuition Pre-K-kindergarten, $13,600; Grades 1-4, 16,650; Grades 5-7, $18,980; Grades 8-12, $19,950; award and merit scholarships available. Special Requirements Reading and math assessments, writing sample (fifth grade and older) and two-day student visit; $50 application fee. CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL 1401 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh 919-834-1625; cghsnc.org Focus A college preparatory school of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh that aims to form men and women of faith, service and leadership in church and community. Grades 9-12 Total Enrollment Approximately 1,600 Student/Faculty Ratio 16:1 Yearly Tuition $12,905-$17,535 Special Requirements Previous school records, testing, application, recommendation and student visit CAROLINA FRIENDS SCHOOL 4809 Friends School Rd., Durham 919-383-6602; cfsnc.org Focus A learning community working to amplify students’ curiosity, courage and creative thinking. Rooted in Quaker values and informed by researchbased best practices in progressive education, its teachers empower students to question the world around them, discover their passions, think deeply and use their voices in service of the greater good. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 500 Student/Faculty Ratio 6:1 in Early School; 9:1 in Lower, Middle and Upper Yearly Tuition See website for tuition ranges by unit; adjusted tuition available. Special Requirements Varies by student age; includes online application, in-person or virtual visit, transcripts and teacher recommendations.

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CARY ACADEMY 1500 N. Harrison Ave., Cary 919-677-3873; caryacademy.org Focus A learning community dedicated to discovery, innovation, collaboration and excellence. Grades 6-12 Total Enrollment 785 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 Yearly Tuition $29,950; $2,770 new student fee Special Requirements Entrance exam, student visit/interview, transcripts and teacher recommendations.

CHAPEL HILL COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL 108 Mt. Carmel Church Rd., Chapel Hill 919-942-3955; chapelhillcoop.com Focus Partners with families to respect and honor childhood, celebrate independence and support kids as they learn and grow through play. NAEYC Accredited with a Five Star licensure. Grades Pre-K Total Enrollment 110 Student/Faculty Ratio Infant, 3:1; Toddler, 4:1; Age 2, 6:1; Age 3-5, 9:1 Yearly Tuition Varies by age and enrollment status; three-quarter or full-day options. Part-time options also available Mon., Wed., Fri./Tues., Thurs. CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 3707 Garrett Rd., Durham 919-354-8000; cressetchristian.org Focus Cultivates the heart of each student to educate, nurture and help shape their character in a Christ-centered environment. Grades Infant-Grade 12 Total Enrollment 240 Student/Faculty Ratio Preschool, 5:1; Lower School, 16:1; Upper School, 18-20:1 Yearly Tuition $9,300-$11,500 (does not include preschool tuition: $11,560-$13,860) Special Requirements Student and parent interview, previous records, visit and application. CRISTO REY RESEARCH TRIANGLE HIGH SCHOOL 334 Blackwell St., Ste. 100, Durham 919-897-5680; cristoreyrt.org Focus College preparatory, career-focused, transformational Catholic high school. Grades 9-11 Total Enrollment 210 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 Yearly Tuition Average $70 per month per family (for single or multiple children) Special Requirements Not required to be Catholic to attend. DUKE SCHOOL 3716 Erwin Rd., Durham 919-416-9420; dukeschool.org Focus Project-based school inspiring learners to shape their future boldly and creatively since 1947. Grades Age 3-Grade 8 Total Enrollment 501 Student/Faculty Ratio 7:1 Yearly Tuition For 2022-23: Preschool, $4,449-$22,444; K-4, $4,869-$24,345; Grades 5-8, $5,268-$26,339 Special Requirements Admissions application, student assessment and candidate profile.

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DURHAM ACADEMY Preschool & Lower School, 3501 Ridge Rd., Durham; Middle School, 3116 Academy Rd., Durham; Upper School, 3601 Ridge Rd., Durham 919-493-5787; da.org Focus Strives to provide an education that will enable students to live moral, happy and productive lives. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 1,247 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $18,500-$32,650 (including activity fees) Special Requirements Assessment or entrance exam, which varies by grade level. Interview required for grades 9-12. DURHAM NATIVITY SCHOOL 1004 N. Mangum St., Durham 919-680-3790; durhamnativity.org Focus Offers an education for boys who have the drive to succeed but not the resources for a quality independent school education. DNS forms boys’ character and intellect, preparing them to continue their education at top prep schools and to serve the community as leaders. Grades 5-8 Total Enrollment 50 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition Durham Nativity School supports each student with a full scholarship Special Requirements Demonstration of financial need; family commitment. EMERSON WALDORF SCHOOL 6211 New Jericho Rd., Chapel Hill 919-967-1858; emersonwaldorf.org Focus Provides an education that inspires students to become independent and creative thinkers who are collaborative leaders in social and environmental justice. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 280 Student/Faculty Ratio Early Childhood: 7:1; Grades 1-5: 20:1; Middle: 19:1; High School: 14:1 Yearly Tuition $13,300-$23,145 Special Requirements Tour (in-person or virtually), parent-teacher consultation and new student assessment. EMPOWERED MINDS: AN ACTON ACADEMY 311 Oakwood Ave., Durham 919-439-8028; empoweredmindsacademy.org Focus A Black-led micro school that offers an authentic Montessori experience and learner-driven community where children: cherish freedom; take responsibility for their learning; discover gifts, passions and purpose; are active in the design and execution of their education; and find joy in hard work and diving into subjects through hands-on and collaborative challenges. Each child begins a journey to learn how they can serve others and change the world. By uncovering, reclaiming and reconnecting with their truths, learners will better understand who they were, who they are and who they must be. The school aims to provide a world-class, high-quality educational experience with a focus on character development, and socioemotional and lifelong learning. Grades K-5 Total Enrollment 25 Student/Teacher Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $9,405; $250 annual registration fee. Special Requirements School visit, trial day and interview. 

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L FIRST PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL 305 E. Main St., Durham 919-688-8685; fpdayschool.org Focus A nonprofit, nonreligious program, FPDS offers continuity of care – when infants and toddlers join its program, they stay with the same friends and teachers until they enter its pre-K class. Teachers are “brain builders” and promote a safe, nurturing place for children no matter their racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds – all learn, play and grow together. Grades Infant-Pre-K Total Enrollment 64 Student/Faculty Ratio Infants, 4:1; Toddlers 5:1; Age 2, 8:1; Age 3, 9:1; Age 4-5, 12:1 Yearly Tuition $14,220-$18,120 Special Requirements Teacher/family orientation, tour and two transition days before beginning full time. GORMAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 3311 E. Geer St., Durham 919-688-2567; gormanchristian.org Focus Partners with parents to provide an excellent education with a biblical worldview while developing strong Christian character and values. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 100 Student/Faculty Ratio 12:1 Yearly Tuition $7,400 Special Requirements Administrator meets parents and child. HAW RIVER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 2428 Silk Hope Gum Springs Rd., Pittsboro 919-533-4139; hawriverchristian.org Focus A nonprofit, interdenominational private school providing an excellent Christian and classical education. Grades Junior K-12 Total Enrollment 155 Student/Faculty Ratio 8:1 Yearly Tuition Junior Kindergarten three-day/fiveday, $3,960/$5,560; K half-day, $5,560; Grammar (grades 1-6), $6,780; Logic School (grades 7-9), $7,345; Rhetoric (grades 10-12), $7,345. Discounts and tuition assistance may apply. Special Requirements Four-part admissions process includes tour. HILL LEARNING CENTER 3200 Pickett Rd., Durham 919-489-7464; hillcenter.org Focus Transforms students with learning differences into confident, independent learners through a half-day school, tutoring and summer programs. Grades 1-12; Summer (1-8); Tutoring (K-12) Total Enrollment 175 Student/Faculty Ratio 4:1 Yearly Tuition $10,420-$23,690 (1-2 hour options also available for grades 9-12) Special Requirements Application and interview. HOLLY HOUSE PRESCHOOL 75 Cedar Run, Pittsboro; 201-638-0913 hollyhousepreschool.com; hollyhouseconsulting@gmail.com Focus Half-day preschool program that focuses on the whole child; social, emotional and academic growth are all supported. Ages 3.5-5 Student/Faculty Ratio Limited to 12 kids per class, no more than 6:1 Special Requirements In-person tours by appointment; visit website for a virtual tour.

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Nyah Hamlett began as superintendent for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools on Jan. 1, 2021. Following a year and a half of leading CHCCS through the pandemic, she is pleased that the graduation rate increased to a new CHCCS record and that 100% of schools met growth, with 12 of 20 schools exceeding growth. She also recognizes that there is still much “HEARTwork” to be done to get students and some student groups to where she knows they can be. The new strategic plan under her leadership calls for CHCCS to “think (and act) differently.” She believes that every student in CHCCS deserves a high-quality, affirming education and the support to develop to their fullest potential. As a result, she strives to model the district’s core values of engagement, social justice action, collective efficacy, wellness and joy on a daily basis. She is a champion of high-quality, equitable and affirming learning experiences, relational leadership, culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy, school-based mental health, disrupting the school to prison pipeline, gifted identification of underrepresented student populations and more.

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HOPE CREEK ACADEMY 4723 Erwin Rd., Durham 919-932-0360; hopecreekacademy.org Focus Provides structure without rigidity for special needs students who struggle in a traditional environment. Grades K-12 Total Enrollment 60 Student/Faculty Ratio 3:1 Yearly Tuition $25,000; limited financial aid available, accepts school grants Special Requirements School visit. IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL 721 Burch Ave., Durham 919-682-5847; immaculataschool.org Focus For more than a century, Immaculata has educated a diverse student body with a focus on character development, faith formation and academic excellence. Grades Pre-K-8 Total Enrollment 535 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $8,315-$8,850 for parishioners, otherwise $9,280-$11,040, plus $200 annual enrollment fee Special Requirements Entry test, copy of student’s school records and current teacher recommendations. Application fee is $100. INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Early Childhood Campus (toddlers & kindergarten): 3001 Academy Rd., Bldg. 300, Durham 919-4014343 ext. 200 Elementary Campus (first-sixth grades): 5510 Barbee Chapel Rd., Chapel Hill 919-401-4343 ext. 300; imsnc.org Focus Combines an authentic Montessori education with language immersion in Mandarin, French and Spanish tracks to provide a truly global education for children. This diverse community of teachers and families from many cultures, languages and backgrounds come together as a supportive and engaged learning community rooted in the Montessori philosophy. Grades Age 18 months-Grade 6 Total Enrollment 160 Student/Faculty Ratio Varies by level. Yearly Tuition See website for tuition rates; need-based financial assistance available. Special Requirements Children entering elementary classes need to be proficient in the language of the classroom. See imsnc.org for application requirements and deadlines. JORDAN LAKE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 1434 Farrington Rd., Ste. 100, Apex 919-387-9440; jordanlakesa.com Focus High school/college preparatory, inclusive special education. Grades K-12+ Total Enrollment 40 Student/Faculty Ratio 7:1 Yearly Tuition K-8, $16,900; Grades 9-12, $18,450 Special Requirements Application, interview and two-day tryout. LAKEWOOD AVENUE CHILDREN’S SCHOOL 1701 Lakewood Ave., Durham 919-493-5882; lakewoodavenue.com Focus Provides a high-quality early childhood program with a stable, well-educated teaching staff ensuring consistent care and education. Ages 1-5 Total Enrollment 33 Student/Faculty Ratio Ages 1-3, 4:1; Ages 3-5, 8:1 Tuition Toddlers, $1,895/month; Preschool, $1,795/ month Special Requirements The director offers virtual tours and admissions conversations for families on weekday afternoons. 

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L LEGACY ACADEMY 515 E. Winmore Ave., Chapel Hill 919-929-7060; lachapelhill.com Focus Students are actively involved in multisensory activities, including art, music, language, math, science, brain power and physical activities. Classrooms, gardens, a water park and playgrounds are designed to be both fun and nurturing. An after-school program and summer camp for children up to 12 years old are also offered. Five Star licensure, NAEYC Accredited and NC Pre-K Program site. Ages 6 weeks-10 years Total Enrollment 115, reduced during COVID-19 but rebuilding as staffing permits Student/Faculty Ratio Maximums when at full capacity: Infants, 5:1; Ages 13-24 months, 6:1; Ages 25-36 months, 9:1; Ages 37-48 months, 10:1; Ages 4-5, 13:1; NC Pre-K Program, 9:1; Ages 6-12, 14:1 Yearly Tuition Varies by age, program and partner discounts. Partnerships: Duke, UNC, UNC Health. Special Requirements Registration fee of $150. Child care vouchers and scholarships accepted. THE LERNER JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL 1935 W. Cornwallis Rd., Durham 919-286-5517; lernerschool.org Focus A learning community dedicated to educating mensches … one child at a time. An integrated curriculum incorporates exceptional academics, Jewish culture, values and traditions. Grades Age 18 months-Grade 5 Total Enrollment 150 Student/Faculty Ratio 9:1 (for elementary school) Yearly Tuition $13,700-$22,500. See website for tuition ranges by unit, flexible tuition availability and new student fees. Special Requirements Admissions application, parent virtual visit, student assessment and teacher recommendations. LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 3864 Guess Rd., Durham 919-471-5522; lcsdurham.org Focus Students will acquire knowledge and wisdom with a biblical worldview as demonstrated through service and leadership in worship, missions, care and growth. The core values of truth, intellectual development, potential in Christ, Christian personnel and operational integrity are woven in with worship. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 290 Student/Faculty Ratio 20:1 Yearly Tuition $6,000 Special Requirements Entry test and interview. MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL 4512 Pope Rd., Durham 919-493-8541; mcsdurham.org Focus Students learn in a vibrant, nature-rich Montessori community where they are guided toward self-discovery and the realization of their unique contributions to the world. Grades Age 18 months-Grade 8 Total Enrollment 230 Student/Faculty Ratio Age 18 months-3, 6:1; Ages 3-6, 12:1; Grades 1-3, 12:1; Grades 4-6, 12:1; Grades 7-8, 8:1 Yearly Tuition 18 months-age 3: half day, $17,500, full day, $19,750; Ages 3-4: half day, $15,850; Ages 3-Kindergarten, full day, $18,750; Grades 1-6, $18,750; Grades 7-8, $21,500 Special Requirements Application, family meeting and student visit.

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MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL 1702 Legion Rd., Chapel Hill 919-929-3339; mdsch.org Focus A faculty-operated school, a well-equipped learning environment and an enriched Montessori curriculum to meet the needs of children with a wide range of abilities. On-site aftercare available. Grades Toddler-Grade 6 Total Enrollment 70 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $9,875 – $11,550 Special Requirements Interview process includes general evaluation and meeting with parents. Three-day visit for elementary. MONTESSORI FARM SCHOOL 2400 Broad St., Durham 919-732-5026; montessorifarmschool.com Focus Montessori education with special emphasis on nature study and activities including gardening and animal care. Ages 3-6 Total Enrollment Up to 24 Student/Faculty Ratio 8:1 Yearly Tuition Pre-K, $9,800; K, $12,725 Special Requirements Contact the school and set up an appointment to visit. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM 2800 Pickett Rd., Durham 919-489-9045; msdurham.org Focus Curriculum based on Montessori approach to education. Grades Age 3 months-Grade 6 Total Enrollment 175 Student/Faculty Ratio Varies by child’s level. Yearly Tuition Varies by child’s schedule and financial aid award. Special Requirements Parent meeting. THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Middle and Upper School, 408 Andrews Chapel Rd., Durham; Early Learning and Elementary, 7005 Lead Mine Rd., Raleigh 919-848-1545; msr.org Focus Independent Montessori school offering hands-on, real-life learning experiences through a mindful academic curriculum designed to build key competencies, confidence and independence. IB Diploma Programme offered for grades 11-12. Dually accredited by the American Montessori Society and International Baccalaureate. Grades Infant-Grade 12 Total Enrollment 420 Student/Faculty Ratio Infant, 4:1; Toddler, 6:1; pre-K-Grade 12, 12:1 Yearly Tuition $13,600-$25,600 Special Requirements Assessment or entrance exam, by grade level, and interview. PINEWOODS MONTESSORI SCHOOL 109 Millstone Dr., Hillsborough; 919-644-2090; info@pinewoodsmontessori.com; pinewoodsmontessori.com Focus Authentic Montessori education in which children develop a love of learning within a safe, peaceful setting. The school believes in the dignity and ability of children and in their inherent right to respect, assist and guide in fulfilling their potential. It is committed to the Montessori philosophy and a child-focused approach to education. It strives to partner with families in their efforts to raise capable, joyful children in a relationship-based, affordable environment. It is dedicated to the well-being and integrity of the larger Montessori community and of the local communities. Ages 18 months-12 years Total Enrollment 150 Student/Faculty Ratio Toddler, 6:1; Preschool, 11:1; Elementary, 12:1 Yearly Tuition $8,937-$11,914, depending on program

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PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHAPEL HILL AT BRIAR CHAPEL 81 Falling Springs Dr., Chapel Hill 919-441-0441; primrosechapelhill.com Focus An accredited preschool delivering an exclusive learning approach that balances purposeful play with nurturing guidance from teachers to encourage curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion. Grades Infant-K Total Enrollment 185 Student/Faculty Ratio Infant, 4:1; toddler, 6:1; early preschool, 8:1; preschool, 10:1; Pre-K, 12:1; private K, 12:1 Yearly Tuition Varies by age level. $1,420-$1,750 per month for full-time enrollment. Special Requirements $150 pre-registration fee. QUALITY EDUCATION INSTITUTE 800 Elmira Ave., Bldg. B, Durham 919-680-6544; qeidurhamnc.org Focus A student-centered learning community with a rigorous curriculum and clearly defined standards of performance and high expectations. Grades Pre-K-5 Total Enrollment 50 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $8,500 SOUTHPOINT ACADEMY 7415 Fayetteville Rd., Durham 919-544-5652; southpointacademy.org Focus Prepares students to become ethical, well-rounded and self-sufficient citizens by providing a world-class education in a nurturing Christian environment. Grades K-6 Total Enrollment About 60 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $6,500 Special Requirements Application, tour, meeting with administrator and student testing. ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC SCHOOL 920 Carmichael St., Chapel Hill 919-942-6242; stmcsnc.org Focus Provides an education for each child in a God-centered environment. Grades PreK-3 to Grade 8 Total Enrollment 400 Student/Faculty Ratio PreK-3, 10:2; PreK-4, 15:2; Grades K-5, 25:2 (teacher and assistant); Grades 6-8, 25:1 Yearly Tuition Pre-K, call to inquire; K-8, $9,570-$12,440 THE STUDIO SCHOOL OF DURHAM 1201 Woodcroft Pkwy., Durham 919-967-2700, ext. 2; studioschooldurham.org Focus A research-based, project-focused independent school for children. Believes in a 21st century education, and equips children with a spirit of discovery, mastery and adventure that will empower them to fulfill their greatest potential across their school years and beyond. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 44 Student/Faculty Ratio 8:1 for lower elementary (ages 5-7), and 18:1 for upper elementary (ages 7-10) Yearly Tuition $13,500 

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THALES ACADEMY PITTSBORO 200 Vine Pkwy., Pittsboro 919-726-2416; thalesacademy.org Focus An excellent, affordable education through the use of direct instruction and a classical curriculum that embodies traditional American values. Grades Pre-K-7 Total Enrollment 280 Student/Faculty Ratio Pre-K, 18:2 (full-time teacher assistant in Pre-K); K, 24:2 (full-time teacher assistant in K), Grades 1 and 2, 24:1; Grades 3-5, 26:1; Grade 6, 28:1; and Grade 7, 28:1 Yearly Tuition Pre-K: $5,000, K-5: $5,700, 6-7: $6,000 Special Requirements Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and decisions are made after a full review of the application, checklist items and a student interview.

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TRIANGLE DAY SCHOOL 4911 Neal Rd., Durham 919-383-8800; triangledayschool.org Focus A welcoming community devoted to academic excellence that ignites intellectual curiosity, fosters compassion and integrity, and nurtures creativity, inspiring confidence in students to lead a life of purpose. Grades Transitional K-8 Total Enrollment 325 Student/Faculty Ratio 9:1 Yearly Tuition $15,495-$18,970 Special Requirements Application and interview required.

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TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM AND CHAPEL HILL 4011 Pickett Rd., Durham 919-402-8262; trinityschoolnc.org Focus To educate students within the framework of Christian faith and conviction; teaching the classical tools of learning; providing a rich, yet unhurried, education; and communicating truth, goodness and beauty. Trinity staff and teachers partner with parents to educate students with bright minds and open hearts. The school was founded in 1995, and the campus is nestled on 22 acres between Durham and Chapel Hill. Grades Transitional K-12 Total Enrollment 584 Student/Faculty Ratio Lower School, 7:1; Middle School, 8:1; Upper School, 8:1 Yearly Tuition $5,900-$27,190 Special Requirements Check website for complete details, application information and tour and information dates. WILLOW OAK MONTESSORI CHILDREN’S HOUSE 1476 Andrews Store Rd., Pittsboro 919-240-7787; willowoakmontessori.org Focus Multi-age classrooms with self-directed learning in a stimulating, authentic Montessori environment. Newly built school with a variety of outdoor spaces for learning and play. Ages 3-5 Total Enrollment 45 Student/Faculty Ratio 13:1 Yearly Tuition Full day, $10,200; Half-day, $7,140 Special Requirements $75 application fee; toilet-trained. Limited financial aid available.

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1,620 2,365 Regional Boarding Schools ASHEVILLE SCHOOL 360 Asheville School Rd., Asheville 828-254-6345; admission@ashevilleschool.org; ashevilleschool.org Focus Students live in a nurturing community and genuinely know faculty. The school offers a rigorous college preparatory program for students who represent 23 states and 25 countries. Grades 9-12 Total Enrollment 297 Student/Faculty Ratio 5:1 Yearly Tuition $71,930 for boarding; $42,535 for day students. Special Requirements Separate interviews for parents and child, full application, math and English recommendations from a teacher and full academic transcript required. NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS 1219 Broad St., Durham; 919-416-2600 901 Burkemont Ave., Morganton; 828-347-9100 ncssm.edu Focus To educate academically talented students to become state, national and global leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics; advance public education; and inspire innovation for the betterment of humankind through challenging residential (both in Durham and Morganton), online, summer and virtual learning driven by instructional excellence and the excitement of discovery. Grades 11-12 Total Enrollment 680 residential students in Durham; 300 in Morganton; and about 500 in NCSSM Online Student/Faculty Ratio 8.5:1 Yearly Tuition NCSSM is a public school. There are no fees associated with applying or attending. Special Requirements See ncssm.edu/apply.

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SAINT MARY’S SCHOOL 900 Hillsborough St., Raleigh 919-424-4000; admission@sms.edu; sms.edu Focus An independent, college-preparatory, boarding and day school where girls are challenged academically to be bold, inspired and prepared to be extraordinary. Girls are accepted and empowered in their learning to grow spiritually and socially. They are recognized for their unique passions and interests – and those yet to be discovered through the development of critical thinking, cross-cultural intelligence and new media literacy. AP courses, innovative electives, junior internships, a unique seminar program, college counseling, rich arts program and 12 sports. Grades 9-12 Total Enrollment 315 Student/Faculty Ratio 8:1 Yearly Tuition $62,850, boarding; $32,550 for day students. Need- and merit-based financial aid available. Special Requirements Application, three written recommendations, a transcript from the applicant’s current school, SSAT scores and an on-campus interview. SALEM ACADEMY 601 S. Church St., Winston-Salem 336-721-2643; salemacademy.com Focus Fosters the intellectual, spiritual, social and physical growth of young women. Offers 10 AP courses, competition in seven sports, a comprehensive fine arts program and technology, advising and co-curricular programs. Offers dual-enrollment college courses at Salem College to supplement AP curriculum. Grades 9-12 Total Enrollment 80 Student/Faculty Ratio 6:1 Yearly Tuition $52,000; $27,500 for day students; $43,000 five-day boarding option Special Requirements Interview, essay and transcripts, as well as optional teacher recommendations and optional testing.

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(Admission by lottery. Check with school for key dates.) ENO RIVER ACADEMY 1212 NC Hwy. 57 N., Hillsborough 919-644-6272; enoriveracademy.org Focus Utilizes a STEAM curriculum to build upon a 20-year tradition of academic and artistic excellence. Grades K-12 Total Enrollment 820 Student/Faculty Ratio 20:1 Special Requirements Initial enrollment based on lottery in February; students waitlisted once slots are filled. THE EXPEDITION SCHOOL 437 Dimmocks Mill Rd., Ste. 33, Hillsborough 919-245-8432; theexpeditionschool.com Focus Embraces the natural curiosity of children and empowers them to become innovative problem solvers and community builders, and to provide excellent education through an experiential, projectbased, STEM-focused curriculum. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 360 Student/Faculty Ratio Grades K-4, 20:1; Grades 5-8, 22:1. Resource/other non-classroom staff not included in ratio. Special Requirements Cut-off for lottery application in February. 

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WILLOW OAK MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL 1476 Andrews Store Rd., Pittsboro 919-240-7787; willowoakmontessori.org Focus Multi-age classrooms with self-directed learning in a stimulating Montessori environment. Newly built school with various outdoor spaces. Strives to assist children in achieving their potential as responsible global citizens by nurturing selfconfidence and independent decision making. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 285 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 Special Requirements Lottery in March WOODS CHARTER SCHOOL 160 Woodland Grove Ln., Chapel Hill 919-960-8353; woodscharter.org Focus Empowers students to achieve their full potential and develops young citizens equipped with a solid academic foundation, a passion for learning and exemplary character. Grades K-12 Total Enrollment 512 Student/Faculty Ratio Elementary, 16:1; middle and high school, 20:1 Special Requirements Applications open through Jan. 15; February lottery.

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(Admission by lottery. Check with school for key dates.) CENTRAL PARK SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Elementary: 724 Foster St.; Middle: 121 Hunt St. 919-682-1200; cpscnc.org Focus To create a community where all children thrive and students’ joy for learning is empowered through equity practices in project-based learning, arts integration and outdoor learning. Students learn to be confident, creative and courageous changemakers through the school’s high expectations in academics, social-emotional learning and social justice teaching and learning. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 616 Student/Faculty Ratio Elementary, 16:1; middle, 20:1 Special Requirements Tours are strongly encouraged and are offered October-March. Lottery in March; applications accepted November-February. Waitlist is roughly 300 for kindergarten. COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF DIGITAL & VISUAL ARTS 1955 W. Cornwallis Rd. 919-797-2340; communitydva.org Focus Growing students academically, socially and emotionally. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 250 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL 501 Orange Factory Rd., Bahama 984-888-5504; discoverycharterdurham.org Focus Science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Grades 6-10 Total Enrollment 450 Student/Faculty Ratio 20:1 Special Requirements Students must reside in North Carolina.

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DURHAM CHARTER SCHOOL 807 W. Chapel Hill St. 919-956-5599; durhamcharter.org Focus To prepare students for success in college or career. Grades K-10 Total Enrollment 750+ Student/Faculty Ratio 18:1 Special Requirements Application and lottery for admission. School uniforms. EXCELSIOR CLASSICAL ACADEMY 4100 N. Roxboro St. 919-213-8585; excelsior.cfacademy.school Focus Excelsior means “higher” in Latin, and each student is encouraged to reach higher through the school’s rigorous curriculum in an environment that promotes responsibility, integrity, diligence and excellence as well as equity in education. Through its classical program with a college-preparatory, liberal arts focus, the school develops a foundation of knowledge, a practice of reason, a quality of eloquence and a habit of virtue to prepare each student for a lifetime of learning and citizenship. Excelsior follows the Core Knowledge Sequence in K-8, a Singapore Math curriculum in K-5 and state math standards in 6-12. Excelsior also offers AP and Honors courses in high school. Juniors and seniors have the opportunity to participate in a dual-enrollment program with Durham Technical Community College, allowing them to earn both high school and college credits. It is possible for students to obtain an associate degree in arts or science in teacher preparation, engineering, fine arts in visual arts or nursing by the time they graduate from high school. Excelsior aims to provide an inclusive educational environment accessible to all students in the Durham area. The school actively pursues diversity among its board, staff and student population. It offers busing services, provides free lunch to eligible students and assists those who qualify with uniforms. Excelsior also offers a before- and after-school program for students. Grades K-12 Total Enrollment 1,060 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 Special Requirements Open application and enrollment. If the number of applications exceeds available spots for a particular grade, the state requires a random lottery be conducted to determine admission. Open enrollment is January and February, with lottery in early March. KESTREL HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Elementary and Middle: 4700 S. Alston Ave. 919-484-1300; kestrelheights.org Focus A small, diverse and inclusive learning community that empowers its scholars to sharpen academic knowledge, demonstrate creative expression and expand leadership abilities to prepare for success in high school, college and beyond. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 505 Student/Faculty Ratio 19:1

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KIPP DURHAM COLLEGE PREPARATORY 1107 Holloway St. 919-973-0285; kippnc.org Focus A dynamic and beloved school community where excellence in all aspects is the standard. The school joyfully educates its students with the academic, social and character skills necessary to take their chosen place in the world and leave it better than they found it. Along with families and staff, students are part of a positive and collaborative learning and social environment that fosters preparedness, resilience, integrity, discipline and excellence. Grades K-2 (new this year); 6-8 Total Enrollment 385 Student/Faculty Ratio Varies by grade level. MAUREEN JOY CHARTER SCHOOL 107 S. Driver St. 919-908-1600; joycharter.org Focus To develop the whole child through high-quality instruction, school-community partnerships and the promotion of a positive self-identity. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 643 Student/Faculty Ratio K, 16:1; Grades 1-3, 22:1; Grades 4-8, 24:1 Special Requirements Application released in December; lottery in March. RESEARCH TRIANGLE CHARTER ACADEMY 2418 Ellis Rd. 919-957-7108; researchtrianglecharteracademy.org Focus Curriculum is built around a strong emphasis on math, reading, science and social studies. Its Moral Focus program helps students learn the importance of making good decisions and doing the right thing in life. Grades K-8 Total Enrollment 735 Student/Faculty Ratio Kindergarten, 22:1; Grades 1-8, 27:1 Special Requirements Lottery. VOYAGER ACADEMY Elementary: 4210 Ben Franklin Blvd.; Middle: 101 Hock Parc Ln.; High: 4302 Ben Franklin Blvd. 919-433-3301; voyageracademy.net Focus Project-based learning. Grades K-12 Total Enrollment 1,355 Student/Faculty Ratio 18:1 Special Requirements Applications accepted online Jan. 1–Feb. 28; lottery in March. CHM

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daughter’s spirit alive. She started the Monet Richardson Community very time Pat Richardson Foundation, making it her mission fills a backpack with school to supply hundreds of backpacks to supplies for a student, she underprivileged families in the area. turns her grief into another The nonprofit also raises funds for form of love in memory of her late a financial literacy workshop and daughter, Kristian “Krissy” Monet three different academic scholarships Richardson. Krissy was 23 when for students involved with Chapel she died on May 16, 2021, in a crash Hill-Carrboro City Schools’s AVID on her way back from a girls trip in program, ECU’s School of Social Atlanta. Though she was so young, Workand Orange Grove Missionary Krissy made a lasting impact on the Baptist Church. Running with the community through her years of Angels 5K, the signature fundraising Help Pat keep Krissy’s generous spirit alive by signing up volunteer work as a camp counselor event, is held each March at East for next year’s Running with the Angels 5K on March 23. and tutor at the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chapel Hill High School where YMCA and as a mentor for SKJAJA. Krissy was a co-captain of the girls In 2018, Krissy was volunteering varsity basketball team. at the Y during her summer break while pursuing a bachelor’s degree “I always knew she was special,” Pat says. “Krissy was a light, an in social work at East Carolina University. She noticed several kids energy. She always brought a presence that people gravitated toward. did not have pencils, notebooks or a school bag. With the Y’s support, I never had to micromanage her to push her forward. There were Krissy launched a project to solicit donations to fill about 170 times where she would get almost larger than life. She was very backpacks with supplies for K-5 students at four elementary schools. independent, very self-aware, very confident, very engaging. That Shortly after Krissy’s death in 2021, Pat was determined to keep her was her the majority of the time.” – By Anna-Rhesa Versola 

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s a child buckled in the back seat of her family’s Honda, Lorissa Zhou peered out through the windows, watching the streets of Chapel Hill whir by. “Since I was a kid, I’ve always noticed a bunch of people on the street,” she recalls. “I was always begging my parents, ‘Please give them a couple of dollars.’” Today, the 17-year-old East Chapel Hill High School senior’s compassion for her community is put to action as the president of the Chapel Hill Youth Council, a branch of the Chapel Hill Town Council created as an “opportunity to get [teens] involved in local politics, where the voices of the youth played a key role.” After joining in 2020, Lorissa quickly made her mark collecting more than 530 signatures for a climate action petition, volunteering at the Hargraves Community Center’s Thanksgiving food “Star t with really knowing what you want to do, drive and donating cards annually to the UNC Children’s Hospital and the Ronald then just put yourself out there. Tell yourself that McDonald House, to name a few. Lorissa’s latest cause links back to her early this is something serious and that even though memories in the car. The project – designed you’re at a young age, that this is a really impor tant thing.” through partnerships with Community Home Trust and the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness – will focus on helping people without homes by posting resources for housing, health care, legal resources and more in buses and bus stops across town. While the project is in the early stages, Lorissa is optimistic about its potential impact and hopes to recruit her peers to bring those resource lists to every Chapel Hill Transit stop. Being a teen in an environment dominated by adults – and especially powerful, policy-making ones – can often feel intimidating. Yet, despite her nerves, Lorissa always reminds herself, “The cause is bigger than you. As someone who is typically more introverted and shy, [Chapel Hill Youth Council] has helped me find my voice.” – By Sinclair Holian 

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t’s 2 a.m., and Laura Zimmerman Whayne has just gotten off the phone with the mother of a teenage girl in Australia. In tears, the woman had pleaded for someone to believe her. “No one is listening,” she had told Laura about trying to get her daughter’s mystery illness diagnosed. It’s a feeling that Laura knows all too well. She too begged for someone to listen when her daughter’s body started rejecting food as a teenager. She watched helpless as LewLew Whayne starved. Despite repeatedly insisting that LewLew’s diagnosis of rumination syndrome or an eating disorder weren’t quite right, Laura helped get LewLew properly diagnosed after months of fierce advocating and countless appointments. Doctors came to the conclusion it was the rare superior mesenteric artery syndrome (SMAS). The matter wasn’t all in LewLew’s head after all. After the diagnosis of SMAS, Laura started “researching the hell out of it.” To share what she learned and to spread awareness of SMAS, she created a private – and eventually a public – Facebook group, named “LewLew’s Story.” “When we were going through this and I would enter a Google search, nothing was coming up,” Laura says of LewLew’s condition. “I had a hard time finding support.”

Thanks to Laura, countless girls from UNC students to ones halfway across the world have received proper care for their rare condition. And dozens of parents have felt suppor ted and seen. She believes she’ll probably reach out to people forever. “You can’t dwell,” she says. “Instead of dwelling, you do.” Even when LewLew recovered, Laura didn’t slow down. For the last four and a half years, she has talked to an average of five to ten moms and girls a day, either over the phone or online. “The hours that go into everything is insane … but it’s not exhausting, because if I can help one mom who was also alone in the shower sobbing, it’s worth it. … For a while, especially when LewLew was so sick, it was kind of consuming life,” she says. “I was working 50 to 60 hours [a week] running our family building business and doing real estate and getting her to all of her appointments … but you just fit it in.” These days, Laura also often visits girls in the hospital to ensure that their testing is done as a functional, upper GI procedure, the new standard that LewLew and Laura created after her own test was performed incorrectly. Laura doesn’t believe she’s doing anything extraordinary. “I’m a good connector and listener, and I like to just tell people that it’s going to be OK,” she says. “I spend a lot of time giving voice to people.” Recently, her own family celebrated together at a wedding. “We looked at LewLew on the dance floor, and we were really happy because she’s strong, she could eat her full meal, and she was having fun,” Laura says. “She’s finally doing so much better.” – By Leah Berry 

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Tamara Lackey

magine meeting a Vespa-driving mom who manages an international nonprofit organization across two continents, juggles a plant-based restaurant business with a vibrant photography career that takes her all over the world, and after feeding their cats and dogs, still manages an occasional date night with her equally busy husband. On any given morning, you might see Tamara Lackey enjoying an almond milk latte at Coco Bistro & Bar with her co-owner and husband, Steve Lackey. By afternoon, Tamara could be meeting with her dedicated team at the Beautiful Together Animal Sanctuary, an 83-acre picturesque tract of grassy meadows and forested trails off of Old Greensboro Road west of Carrboro. Three years ago, COVID-19 shut down air travel, preventing Tamara and Steve from returning to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where they work to improve the lives of children growing up in the Kidane Meheret Children’s Home and the foster care system through their Beautiful Together organization founded in 2014. “At any given time, I’d walk in and [our kids] The pandemic gave them a chance to develop plans for youth programs and would be snuggling kittens or puppies. I could see animal rescues of cats, dogs, horses, goats and more. North Carolina ranks second in the difference that it made, so the idea was, ‘Let’s continue to the nation for euthanasia rates. “So that’s help these animals in need.’” a big driver; it’s just literally being there and walking through shelters and seeing the state of these animals and the deep unfairness that our shelters are so overcrowded, underfunded and understaffed,” she says. “The people who work in shelters are doing the best they can with limited resources.” That’s where Beautiful Together has stepped in to rescue more than 2,100 animals, so far, primarily cats and dogs, through foster homes and partners such as Cat Tales Cat Cafe. “Some of these dogs have been in shelters for nine months, and those are the lucky ones because they didn’t get euthanized for space,” she says. “So, we get them, let them roam around and decompress for a while.” Tamara says the temporary vet clinic opened Sept. 20, and construction on the sanctuary’s welcome center is already underway. Tamara and Steve are grateful for the small army of volunteers and hope to welcome the public in early 2024. “The goal is for this [place] to be a community destination because we can’t do this without community support,” she says with excitement and a little bit of disbelief. “I kind of stand in the middle of the sanctuary property, do a slow, 360-degree turn, and say out loud: ‘Holy crap, this is happening. This is all really, really happening.’” – By Anna-Rhesa Versola 

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Justin Simmons

alking down Franklin Street, there isn’t hardly a face that Justin Simmons doesn’t recognize. He waves to the college students who see him preach at Love Chapel Hill on Sunday mornings, and he fist-bumps the man who woke up on the sidewalk, calling him by name. Justin came to town in 2008 with a vision to start a church alongside Chapel Hill native Matt LeRoy, who he met at Asbury Theological Seminary. The boy who grew up in West Virginia soon came to share a deep-rooted love for the Southern slice of heaven and a fundamental passion for seeing cultural, racial and economic barriers being broken down. A Bible study at the top of a McAlister’s Deli – what is now BonChon – and worship outside the Old Well culminated to an established church home at the Varsity Theatre in October 2009. Justin served as the executive pastor for 13 years before taking the helm as lead pastor a year and a half ago. For Justin, giving back to his community is just a part of life. “One of my favorite quotes is attributed to a guy named John Wesley back in the late 1700s – he loved Jesus, too – ‘Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as you ever can,’” Justin says. This quote is lived out at Love Chapel Hill – from partnering with Brandwein’s Bagels and Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews to offer free bagels and coffee on Sunday mornings, and collecting winter clothing and hygiene kits to distribute to those in need, to working closely with the Community Empowerment Fund, the Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health, TABLE and Pee Wee Homes, just to name a few. The church is built on “radical hospitality and intentional action and presence in the heart of Chapel Hill,” as Justin says. He welcomes quite literally anyone and everyone into his church family and can only hope that he impacts someone’s life for the better. “We’re learning to love our neighbors and ourselves as we follow and practice the ways of Jesus together,” Justin says. And he hopes that you’ll join him, too. – By Leah Berry CHM

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