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FEATURES 10 In Memoriam: Mildred “Mama Dip” Council 36 Your Guide to a Very Chapel Hill Summer Discover summer reading recommendations, cool ways to beat the heat and pickleball

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I COULDN’T SEE OUT MY BACK WINDOW. There I was on 15-501, backseat full of pool floats borrowed from Unscripted Durham on my way to Chapel Hill. The June afternoon sun beat down as we pulled up at the home that real estate agent Martha Bick gave us access to in order to stage the photo that you see on our cover. The homeowner’s curiosity drew him outside to see what we were up to; he later climbed on the outdoor kitchen to snap his own photo. My neighbors, Rob and Brendetta, had the toughest job of all: lounging in a huge pool while contributing photographer Estlin Haiss’ drone hovered overhead, humming away. I’m betting that Beth Mann never thought she’d be charged with pushing around doughnuts and pizza with a pool skimmer. But our new staff photographer was more than game to get the pool floats into position, along with help from Creative Director Kevin Brown, for our cover. (That eggs float was a wily opponent thanks to the breeze!) It took a talented team to produce the final striking image that represents the Best of Chapel Hill, and I couldn’t be more proud. Inside these pages, you’ll find the full list of old standbys and newcomers our readers chose as their favorite coffee shops, bookstores, boutiques, spas and salons, realtors (it was fitting that Martha was one of the favorite four!) and so much more. Think of it as your local bucket list. You’ll also find Beth’s photography throughout as she captured summertime in The Oaks, a beautiful secret garden and much more. I hope you enjoy reading the issue – it pairs well with a cold beverage – and have a wonderful summer. CHM

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Mildred “Mama Dip” 1929-2018 Council In May, Chapel Hill lost a culinary legend and a beloved mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Mama Dip’s daughter Annette Council reflects on her mom’s life and legacy.

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and she moved to Chapel Hill when she was 18 years old. Her dad, Ed Cotton, came with her, and that’s when she met my dad, Joe Council, and married him. Her mom passed away when she was 2 years old, and she had to learn how to cook food. She loved the kitchen anyway. They had the family garden, and they raised their own animals. That’s how she learned to fry chicken and everything. And so, she just cooked. When we were in elementary school, the same menu we have right now [at the restaurant], is what we had in our house. She made these wonderful desserts, and she just loved cooking – Christmastime, holiday time, she was up half the night, making cakes and things like that. Our neighborhood was like the neighborhood house where people and kids gathered around ’cause they know there’s good food cooking all the time. In summertime, there were cookouts; my mom was cooking hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill. People way down the street would smell it, and they’d be licking their lips and looking through the bushes. Mama Dip would say, “Come on in, you can get some, too!” She was very generous with her craft. She just watched [to learn how to cook]. ... Actually, sometimes people are just gifted like that. You know, two of her grandchildren have never been in the restaurant and been around food. My daughter’s one and [another is] Erika Council, who’s a food blogger in Atlanta but has never stepped foot in here – she has thousands and thousands of followers on her blog. My daughter makes her own barbecue-styled ice cream recipe. It’s just instinct! Mama Dip passed away at 6 p.m., and we all looked at one another and said that we’d do business as usual. The next day we opened up, and people came in and were like, “Y’all are in here?!” [We said], “Absolutely! We’re doing what Mama Dip wanted to do, and we love doing it.” We’ve had people come from all over the globe to pay respects. I’ve never seen anything like it. We’ve got like 500 cards, and they’re still coming. We had people come from Illinois and Kentucky and Maryland and Virginia. [These days at Mama Dip’s] there are four kids, two grandchildren and then three great-grandchildren, plus 20 others, so 29 altogether. We’re all working hard. It’s been over the top, people coming in. It’s really picked up because of my mom. She left all this behind to us, and we’re beyond grateful to continue. We went into the business just to make a living, just to pay the bills. We had no idea that it would turn into this. You know what the greatest thing is? Everyone has pictures, but we’ve also got videos. One night I was just lying in bed and listening to videos of my mom laughing and talking. It’s like she’s still here. – as told to Matt White CHM

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The Chapel Hill High School Orchestra have truly found their forte – they performed at the Massachusetts State House by invitation and also played for a masterclass in Boston Symphony Hall.

Jasmine Johnson, a

fifth-grade teacher at Scroggs Elementary School, was named

SmartAsset also named Chapel Hill as one of the top 25 places where women are buying homes, according to home loan data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Daryl Anderson of Chapel Hill High School,

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the Year at the district’s annual recognition reception. Tijuana Goodwin of McDougle Middle School and Christen Campbell of Chapel Hill High School were named honor teachers. Sabra Dye of Chapel Hill High School and Jiyoung Park of East Chapel Hill High

School and Latoia Valentine of Cedar Ridge High School are among 15 educators and local sports officials chosen as 2018 Moe’s Hometown Heroes by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association. The award recognizes those who serve as community role models and make a difference in the lives of students.

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Carrboro High School student Fred Larsen made all-state jazz band and all-state

concert band for trombone. In addition, the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble, of which he is a member, is one of 15 groups from the U.S. and Canada who competed in the Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition & Festival at New York City’s Lincoln Center in May. New Hope Elementary School teacher Luis Rios was named the 2018-19 Orange County Schools Teacher of the Year.

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students who advanced to the National History Day Competition held in June. Sabra came in second place for “Senior Individual Performance” while Jiyoung came in third place for “Senior Paper.” East Chapel Hill High School, Carrboro High School and Chapel Hill High School ranked as the top three traditional high schools in North Carolina in U.S News and World Report. In its second annual study on America’s Healthiest Places, SmartAsset ranked Orange County as the healthiest county in North Carolina.

The Franklin Hotel received the 2017 Curio

Brand Award of Excellence in recognition of its high level of quality and service, placing it among the top three hotels worldwide in the Curio Collection by Hilton.

AND THE AWARD GOES TO… Sarah Cornette, an

art teacher at Scroggs Elementary School, received a Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching grant from the U.S.

GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. Sarah is one of 35 U.S. residents chosen for the award. She’s set to travel to Greece next spring. Carrboro High School athletic director April Ross (center) was named the 2018 NCHSAA

Fred and Sylvia Black celebrated 50 years of marriage on June

10, 2018. The pair, who was the first African-American couple to be married in Duke Chapel, has long been involved in the community, earning the honor of Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce Citizens of the Year in 2015 for their

work with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity. In 2014, Sylvia and Fred’s children and friends raised the funding necessary to build a Habitat for Humanity house in their honor. Fred, in addition to teaching for 15 years at West Point, was also named to West Point’s Board of Visitors by President Obama, while Sylvia taught at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School and N.C. A&T State University. Fred and Sylvia have two children and three grandchildren.

Dave Harris Athletic Director of the Year. As the athletic director at Carrboro since 2008, she has 24 state championships, six Wells Fargo State Cups and eight Wells Fargo Conference Cups under her belt. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools received a $40,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation for an inquiry and nature-based STEM program that will serve elementary school students in grades 3-5. Northside Elementary School will pilot the program.

ONE FOR ALL The Preschool at Chapel of the Cross

raised more than $16,000 for their Leonard Day Scholarship Fund at the annual Spring Fundraising Auction in May. Approximately 20 percent of students benefit from scholarships thanks to the generosity of local businesses, PCC families and Chapel of the Cross parishioners. High school Girl Scouts from Orange County had the opportunity to engage with professionals, elected officials and

In June, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education approved the hiring of three new principals.

community leaders during a luncheon and program in May. Rachel Tucker (center) of Troop 1476 was one of the speakers who earned her Gold Award and attended along with Cecily Nisbet, Sarah Tucker of Troop 1476, Deborah Tucker and Barbara Putney. Other Chapel Hillians to earn their Gold Award this year are Logan T. Martin of Troop 1244, Emmy Rachel Soll, a Juliette Girl Scout, and Claire Elizabeth Sturgill of Troop 142.

ON THE MOVE

After 10 years, Missy Julian-Fox is

leaving her position as director of UNC Visitors Center on July 26 to pursue new adventures.

• Aisha Howard has been named principal of McDougle Elementary School and joins the district from Durham Public Schools. • Charles Blanchard will be the new principal of Chapel Hill High School. He is currently the executive director of Career and Technical Education for Guilford County Schools. • Kenneth Proulx was hired as principal of East Chapel Hill High School. He joins the district from Wake County Public Schools where he has served as principal of Holly Grove Middle School. The Wildcats have a new head football coach. Brian Nunn comes to East Chapel Hill High School from Covington, Georgia where he most recently served as wide receiver coach, head JV coach and head track and field coach. He also has experience as an offensive coordinator, defensive coordinator and defensive line coach. Additionally, Brian was a middle school head football coach for ten years.

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Officer. Linda most recently served as a Peace Fellow at the Duke-UNC Rotary Peace Center and worked for the International Committe of the Red Cross before that.

Michelle Silva, a kindergarten teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic School for the last

21 years, retired in June. Michelle (center, pictured with daughter Emily and husband Keith) taught previously in New York State and Florida and was the recipient of the Gerald R. Lewis Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2005. She is a member of the Advisory Board of the Orange County Chapter for the National League of Junior Cotillions. More than 140 people stopped by a retirement drop-in social event hosted by a group of parents in her honor at City Kitchen in May.

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After 11 years, Meg McGurk resigned from the Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership,

where she served as executive director for six years. She is now working for the Chapel Hill Police Department as a community safety planner. Her new role includes directing the town’s parking services and Downtown Ambassadors program, addressing neighborhood issues and helping develop initiatives that will have a positive impact on the community. The Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) announced the appointment

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After three years at Paws4ever, Josie Carmona, the guest & adoption services assistant manager, has accepted a position at The Animal Hospital of Carrboro, saying “it’s been an absolute joy helping our community find their perfect furry companion.” Chapel Hill Transit employee Quentin Craven was recently promoted to transit

supervisor after 10 years with the bus system.

Academic Benchmarking Consortium, a

company that specializes in advising finance executives in higher education, celebrated its move to Southern Village with an open house on May 31. Among the attendees were Chief Strategy Officer Paul Friga, President Steven Beisser and Chief Technology Officer Joe Rice.

Harry Kavros is

the new director of administration at Emerson Waldorf School. Harry

– selected by a search committee of school board members, teachers and parents – is already well-known in the community as president of the Friends of the Orange County Public Library, a board member of the Orange County Historical Museum, a Book Harvest volunteer and an English professor at Durham Technical Community College.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Bell Meadowmont is undergoing renovations

as part of a $6 million capital improvement project. The clubhouse has been completely renovated and significant improvements have been made to the pool deck and interior of the apartments. Additional updates are expected to be completed by summer’s end.

Nonprofit EmPOWERment, Inc. purchased a property that contains two separate homes using money from the Orange County Affordable Housing Bond Referendum of 2016. A single father and his daughter recently moved into one of the homes. The other will be used to serve families in the Family Success Alliance, an initiative designed to address income inequality, generational poverty and barriers to upward mobility in Orange County. Orange County Department on Aging’s Dementia Friendly Orange County recently

announced new partnerships with Special Treats, Flyleaf Books, Al’s Burger Shack, Franklin Street Realty’s Eric White, White Space Graphic Design, Holman Family Dental Care and PTA Thrift Shop. Dementiafriendly partners commit to be more accommodating to those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Fusion Fish held its grand opening and

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Bernice Stiles Wade, twin sister of the late Barbara Stiles, passed away at her Chapel Hill

home on May 5, at the age of 103. Bernice (pictured right in a 2013 photo) and Barbara were known as the “Gimghoul Twins” for their renowned garden on Gimghoul Road

that drew people from near and far every spring. The garden’s well-known sign – “The Garden is Open” – remains outside their former residence. A lifelong educator, Bernice taught at Chapel Hill Elementary School, was the supervisor of instruction for Chapel Hill Public Schools and served as a professor at North Carolina Central University. Her

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1 Swing dancers Gavin MacInnes, Audrey MacInnes, Hilary Buuck and Kirk Eisenbeis.

2 Dan Shannon of Chapel Hill Magazine and Saltbox Seafood Joint chef Ricky Moore.

3 ACME chef Kevin Callaghan serves up pork belly to a guest.

4 Esteban McMahan of TOPO Organic Distillery.

5 Bev Carr and Larry Loeser. 6 Matt Scruggs, Ginny Robinson and Sally Frye Scruggs.

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MUSTANG MATH The Math Fair, orchestrated by teacher Mary Patricia Peres-da-Silva, displayed the cool, creative project ideas of students at McDougle Middle School in April. The 115 projects, displayed throughout the school, touched on topics like science, technology, engineering and mathematics. CHM

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1 Keaton DeSue learned how to program his sphero to travel through a maze.Â

2 Mia OliaroÂ created photon flowers that lit up when the circuit was completed with lemon juice.

Gurmeher Kaur spoke about the Fibonacci sequence and Pythagorean spirals.

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1 Matt Foster and Dan Jonas. 2 Johanna Foster, Marin and Kaola Phoenix.

3 Doris Friend and The ArtsCenter Executive Director Dan Mayer.

4 Lucinda Munger, Steven Ray Miller and Laurie Paolicelli.

5 Phil Szostak and board chair Michael Parker.

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1 FRANK Gallery

and enjoyed drinks and food as they scoped out the art pieces up for grabs. Later during the program, emcee and author Daniel Wallace and artist John Rosenthal read aloud the names of those ticket holders who had the chance to chose his or her favorite work from the selection. CHM

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On a Saturday in May, the Hargraves Community Center hosted the Community Empowerment Fund (CEF), PTA Thrift Shop and Inter-Faith Council for Social Service’s inaugural Walk the Runway Fashion Show, organized by Yvette Mathews of CEF and Pat Richardson of PTA Thrift Shop. Showcasing the fashion talents of David Lyles and CEF staff, the event saw a colorful cast of models, including Police Chief Chris Blue and his mother, Margaret Blue, walk the runway. Afterward, community members and stakeholders from the three host organizations had a chance to network, sharing advocacy and awareness. CHM

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Compass Center Vice Chair Gillian Hare.

2 A group of exercise buddies from F3

In April, the Compass Center for Women and Families hosted the Empowering Journeys Luncheon at the Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel. Special guest Phoebe Judge, an award-winning journalist, shared stories of clients who navigated difficult times with the help of the Compass Center. The luncheon raised more than $85,000 for career and financial counseling, domestic violence support services, free legal information services and more. CHM

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Students from Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Class of 2018 celebrated the end of their high school years at the 26th Annual Project Graduation on June 9 at the UNC Student Union. The annual all-night function is a drug- and alcohol-free way for graduated seniors to celebrate. Among the featured activities at the aloha-themed event were karaoke, face painting, a hypnotist and a bounce house. Thanks to individual and business donations, the event was once again free of charge to students and guests. CHM

2 Carrboro High graduates

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Caruana, Laura Cheney, rising senior Richard Gao, Yasmin Frischemeier, Nadiya Farrington and Zoe Miller.

Sophie Wise and Ben Gerhardt.

3 East Chapel Hill High graduates Bree Brown, Jabria Oliver and Jada Hurt.

4 Carrboro High graduates Kirby Thornton, Sarah Montross and Emma Fritsch.

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The 2018 PlayMakers Gala in May was an evening of jazz, dinner and dancing. Held at the Joan H. Gillings Center for Dramatic Art, the black-tie event featured music by the UNC Jazz Band Trio and the Black & Blue Experience and performances by PlayMakers’ guest artists. The evening raised funds for artistic, K-12 education, and engagement and outreach programming at the theater and throughout the community. CHM

1 Michael Tiemann, Vivienne Benesch, Kevin Guskiewicz and Amy Tiemann.

2 Jonathan Fleener, Suzanne Gulledge, Elizabeth Gulledge, Henry Ward and Sid Gulledge.

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SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals celebrated 10 years of providing an affordable

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1 Jennifer Player, Joy Steinberg, Janice Kalin and Jesus Gutierrez.

2 Habitat volunteer Linda Heffernan.

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THANK YOU! To everyone who made the Carrboro High School, Chapel Hill High School, East Chapel Hill High School, and Phoenix Academyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2018 Project Graduation such an amazing evening! We are grateful for the support of our parents, teachers, businesses and friends. Without the support of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, and the Carolina Union, this event would not have been possible. A special thank you to April Crider at CHS, Jamie Hartzell at CHHS, Ebony Slade at ECHHS, and Eve Lipner and Clyde McPherson at PAHS. Thank you also to the UNC Campus Police, Steve Sherwin and the CHCCS School Resource Officers, Orange County Emergency Services, and the staff of the Carolina Union, especially Joe Singer and Joselle Torres. Thank you Ted Spaulding for being our photographer and posting the Project Grad photos on the website TedSpauldingPhotography.com.

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DINING FOR DOLLARS PHOTOGRAPHY BY KEM JOHNSON

Attendees at the fifth annual Dining for Dollars at Hickory Tavern in May bid on silent auction items and raised funds for Chapel Hill-Carrboro Meals on Wheels. Executive director Rachel Bearman thanked everyone for the support that allows the organization to deliver meals to community members in need. CHM

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The clouds held off as families enjoyed the annual Rock The Baby Family Festival at the Carrboro Town Commons in May. Put on by La Leche League of Chapel Hill and Durham with the support of the Town of Carrboro, the event featured performances by Adam Lee Decker, an American Idol finalist, a singalong with Notasium, a show by members of the North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble, food trucks and a closing act by the Bouncing Bulldogs. CHM

1 Greyson and Ivy Cox, and Kate Sutherland.

2 Tanisha Hinton and Tracy Williams Lenhardt.

IN THE WILD PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH JEFFRIES

Families flocked to the Triangle Land Conservancy’s Irvin Nature Preserve for Learning Outside’s annual Meadow Lark fundraiser for their scholarship program. Hosted on Earth Day, the afternoon featured horse and buggy rides, face painting and games, music from Big Fat Gap and a flower-crown-making station. CHM

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A collaboration between Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s new OdysseyStage Theatre and Cary Playwrights’ Forum, this event hosted at The ArtsCenter features ten plays ranging from funny to scary – all written by North Carolina playwrights. Tickets: $10-18

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at Maple View Farm with live music, lawn games, face painting, a visit with a calf and, of course, ice cream! A portion of sales will benefit Sam’s Wish Fund at Kids Path of Hospice and Angels Among Us.

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See the rock opera that was made famous on Broadway in the 1970s and broke new ground in its dramatization of Biblical parables. The play, produced by the Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts in this iteration, features the journeys of eccentric characters looking for kindness, charity, acceptance and love. Tickets: $10-12 CHM –Santul Nerkar

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VERY CHAPEL HILL SUMMER chef’s table We asked some of our area’s best chefs, “You’re invited to a neighborhood cookout. What dish or beverage do you bring?” BY HOLLY WEST | PHOTO BY JAMES STEFIUK

Creamy limeade is a cool, refreshing drink on a hot summer day and something that will leave the neighbors talking! Erik Monroe-Thompson Pittsboro Roadhouse

Elote de la calle – Mexican-style street corn. We can grill the freshest, most flavorful local corn, never have to turn on an oven or boil water and serve it on the cob. But the corn is finished in a way that is new to a lot of us who grew up eating it with just butter and salt. Brandon Sharp The Carolina Inn

I would bring a chilled glass noodle salad with lots of fresh herbs, radishes, carrots and scallions. I marinate it in a soy- and oyster sauce-based dressing. It’s really refreshing and light in the summer and a nice change from the cliche pasta salad. Robert Warren Flair Restaurant and Wine Bar

C RE AMY LIM E ADE 4 juicy limes (add more or fewer depending on your preferred strength) 4 cups cold water 1 can condensed milk Ice

We’ll either bring wine or if we’re going to make something, we might make sangria. It’s fruity so you can put any kind of fruit in it and it’s good with ice. It’s a little bit sweet so everybody likes it. Matt Neal Neal’s Deli

On a hot afternoon if we are headed to a cookout, why not a cool watermelon salad? Melody Bowers Mel’s Commissary & Catering 36

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Wash limes, cut into wedges and remove the white pith. Combine water and limes in a blender, blend until smooth. Strain with a fine mesh strainer. Return liquid to blender, add condensed milk and blend briefly. Serve over ice and garnish with limes.

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summer reading Five books from local authors to take to the beach this summer BY HOLLY WEST | PHOTO BY BETH MANN

1 The Typist by Caroline Taylor Caroline Taylor’s newest novel focuses on the story of Judah Lundquist, a Midwest-bred typist working for an insurance agency in Washington, D.C. After a one-night stand with a neighbor, Judah must become a seductress and a thief, betraying a trusted friend with a hidden past of his own, to salvage her own tattered reputation. 2 Women in Sunlight by Frances Mayes The writer of “Under the Tuscan Sun” returns with a novel about four American strangers who meet in an Italian village and quickly become dear friends. Protagonist Kit Raine, an author working on a biography about a close but complex friend, is drawn into Tuscan life by the other three women, and the quartet finds adventure that will change their lives forever. 3 Promise by Minrose Gwin In the aftermath of a devastating tornado in Tupelo, Miss. during the Great Depression, two women – a black great-

grandmother and a white teen – fight for survival. The story draws on historical events and examines the damage on the women’s lives caused by 1930s society in addition to the storm. 4 Fallout Girl by Katie Rose Guest Pryal After the death of her mother, Miranda George wants to disappear and start over. She leaves North Carolina and takes refuge in the home of a college friend in L.A. Soon, she goes on the run again, desperate to keep her family from finding her and hoping to leave her past behind her for good. 5 Murder in the Locked Library by Ellery Adams The fourth in the Book Retreat series, this mystery finds Jane Steward once again working as an amateur sleuth. During the building of a spa at the resort she manages, a collection of unusual bones and the ragged remnants of a very old book are unearthed. Jane relies on the attendees of the Rare Book Conference to help her solve this unexpected mystery.

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cool ways to beat the heat Whether you’re looking to explore town while students are away or trying to find something to keep the kids occupied, there’s something fun for everyone to do in Chapel Hill and the surrounding areas this summer BY STEPHANIE CURTIS

Celebrate being halfway to the weekend. La Vita Dolce’s Wine Down Wednesdays include free samples and discounts on wine. Make a splash in the A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool at the Hargraves Community Center.

raised, all-natural and seasonal ingredients. Cookout and branch out. Join the Hillsborough Young Professionals Group for a family cookout July 11 at Gold Park.

Take a chance and compete. Steel String Brewery invites patrons to test their knowledge in music and movie trivia every Tuesday.

Enjoy everyone’s favorite way to stay cool – frozen treats! Head over to Maple View Farm on July 15 to celebrate National Ice Cream Day and treat yourself to your favorite flavor.

Escape the weather and open your chakras at Ackland Art Museum’s Monday yoga classes. Registered yoga teacher Joanne Marshall will guide

Ensure that every member of the family gets to delight in the season – take your dog to Yappy Hour on Mondays and Tuesdays at Southern Village to

you through a series of gentle yoga poses inspired by the gallery’s art.

grab a bite for yourself and free treats for your fourlegged friend. Participating locations include La Vita Dolce, Al’s Burger Shack, Town Hall Grill, Weaver Street Market, Rasa Malaysia Chapel Hill and Pazzo.

Head to an air-conditioned retreat. Stop by The Lumina and enjoy a family-friendly movie complemented with plenty of popcorn. Make time for old-fashioned family fun. On Tuesday mornings, Johnny’s Gone Fishing opens the floor for children’s stories, songs, toys and games. Enhance your summer recipes. Shop the Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market, Carrboro Farmers’ Market or Southern Village Farmers’ Market to find locally 40

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Kick back and take in some tunes. On Fridays, head over to Weaver Street Market to hear live music played from the patio as you sip on a local brew. Or try Fridays on the Front Porch at The Carolina Inn for music and food truck fare on the lawn of the University’s living room. Cool down with a brew and take in the view. Stop into the Ackland’s lobby during the next 2nd Friday

Led by artist Daniel LeClaire, high school students painted the Bolin Creek Trail tunnel.

ArtWalk (July 13 and August 10) for Top of the Hill’s pop-up bar. Grab a drink and then explore the galleries when you’re finished. View the “Pollination on Parade” at the North Carolina Botanical Garden. Learn about the importance of our summer visitors such as the bees, butterflies and hummingbirds and how native gardening assists in their conservation. Take a tour with the experts on August 4, or visit the garden anytime for free. Take a ride. The colorful new tunnel mural is a wonder to walk or ride through with the Bolin Creek Trail extension now open.

M OVIE S AND M USIC Here’s a summer itinerary that’ll let you experience a little bit of everything • Fridays on the Front Porch with Lee Gildersleeve & the Bad Dogs July 13, 5pm; The Carolina Inn • Movies Under the Stars (“Star Wars: The Force Awakens”) July 19, 8:30pm; Wallace Parking Deck • Last Fridays Concert Series with .U.B.U. The Band July 27, 6:30pm; Courthouse Square, Hillsborough • First Fridays with the Nash Street Ramblers August 3, 6pm; Meadowmont Village

• Sunday Concert with El Mirage August 5, 6pm; Southern Village • Movies Under the Stars (“Coco”) August 9, 8:30pm; Wallace Parking Deck • Music in the Meadow with Soul Play August 25, 6pm; Great Meadow Park at Briar Chapel • Last Fridays Concert Series with Second Set August 31, 6:30pm; Courthouse Square, Hillsborough

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having a ball Pickleball is the latest sport to find a fan base in Chapel Hill BY SANTUL NERKAR | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH MANN

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college basketball. Same goes for college football in the fall. And on most weekends, the soccer fields are crowded with kids, coaches and cheering families. But there’s one sport that has flown under the radar, until now. When Jim Wilson moved to Chapel Hill after retiring, he knew there was something missing: a place to play pickleball – an addictive, strategic paddle sport. “My wife and I had moved into this area, into Fearrington Village,” he says, taking a break from a match on a sultry morning at Ephesus Park. “I was a pickleball player from up north, and there was no pickleball within half an hour, so I thought ‘I gotta get something going.’” Jim got to work. Around six years ago, with the help of around a dozen others, he helped found the Chapel Hill Pickleball Association, which now boasts around 700 members. One of those founding members is JB Marr, who serves as one of Chapel Hill Pickleball’s ambassadors to the United States Pickleball Association (USAPA). When JB first helped kickstart the club, he had little idea that pickleball would catch on in Chapel Hill. Now, he is optimistic that they can convince the town to build even more pickleball courts, adding to the six that have already been furnished. “Our goal is to expand here,” JB says, gesturing to the surrounding courts. “The intermediate goal is to convert two of these tennis courts to more pickleball courts. A longer-term thing is to have 24 outdoor courts and a couple of indoor courts.” In addition to weekday morning gatherings which feature all levels of experience, Chapel Hill Pickleball also has evening ladder leagues for intermediate and advanced players, plus a weekly clinic for beginners after an initial orientation. The organization also hosts tournaments, holding its first competitive event in 2017 for 170 teams, as well as a social fixture in April. But what is pickleball, anyway? To give me a better idea, JB invited me to an impromptu match on one of the unoccupied tennis courts (every pickleball court was filled). The rules seemed simple and close enough to tennis: you play doubles 42

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ABOVE Pat Hoy, Janet Hoy, Linda Alexander, David Langmeyer and BJ Attwood. LEFT Participants of all ages enjoy pickleball, and visitors from out-of-town pickleball clubs are always welcome. After a match, all players touch paddles as a gesture of sportsmanship.

with the first team to 11 winning. Each team serves cross-court, hitting a ball that resembles a wiffle ball into the other side’s opposing quadrant. Unlike tennis, however, you aren’t allowed to hit the ball when it’s right over the net, in an area called “the kitchen,” and the ball loses speed after each thwack. Furthermore, the court is just over a third of the size of a tennis court, limiting the distance you need to cover. As a result, pickleball is almost entirely a game of strategy and positioning, rather than brute physical force. Hitting to the opposing side, I immediately lost my serve because of a fault. Then I received a lesson in moving while on defense, as the other team capitalized on my poor positioning to win three consecutive points. By the time I finally won a point on a nifty drop shot, it was match point for the other team. Yet, throughout my experience of being taken to school, I witnessed first-hand Chapel

Hill Pickleball’s biggest strength: community-building through constant encouragement and sportsmanship. It is no surprise, then, that the club has received commendations from USAPA and traveling pickleball players, as promotions and special events coordinator BJ Attwood tells me, or that the game has such a positive influence, both physical and emotional, on its players. “For so many of them, this has just been a gradual improvement in their physical health, their stamina, their endurance, their ability to get out on the court and socialize and not have to make an appointment to have some physical activity,” says Linda Alexander, club member and health educator. “The friendships out here are just amazing, they’ve just evolved. I don’t think any of us knew each other before we got out here, and every morning we’re checking on each other, caring for each other,” she says. CHM July/August 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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LONG LIVE THE KING riangle diners know Tim Lyons as the chef-owner of restaurants blu seafood and bar and Primal Food & Spirits, both in Durham. His newest venture, King Street Bar, puts the food aside to make room for a wide array of drinks. The idea, Tim says, is a space where a Budweiser is equally at home with a Negroni and anything that comes from the frozen drink machine behind the bar. But the menu isn’t the only aspect of King Street Bar that has a little of something for everyone. In a way, KSB is four rooms in one. Patrons can float from one to another, moving from the drink lounge to the game lounge or indoor bocce court. Or, they can elect to stay at the bar, which was customized with cutouts and peninsulas that let groups of three to five chat without needing to crane around each other. “I like Hillsborough’s small-town atmosphere, being able to walk around and get to know the guests,” Tim says. The KSB owner encourages patrons to bring takeout food from the many downtown dining options and eat at his establishment instead. That openness, like every aspect of King Street Bar, is intended to mimic the relaxed, neighborhood feel that convinced Tim to open King Street Bar in Hillsborough in the first place.

OPENING THE GATE Want a dinner option without having to circle for parking? Chef Ron Spada envisions the 16 acres at the House at Gatewood as a sprawling estate on Highway 70 with indoor and outdoor seating and a spacious parking lot. Diners can expect a mix of steak, barbecue and fresh seafood, with the latter flown in from the North Carolina coast. But don’t confuse this for a stuffy, wood-paneled steakhouse. Instead, expect a comfortable place to hang out in front of one of the three fireplaces with a beer and a brisket sandwich as the kids play on the lawn. “Imagine a big bin of ice cold beer sitting there, something hot off the grill and hanging out with friends,” he says. A separate dining room and patio will be available for private events. Ron says that phase one should be open by the end of summer and already has plans for another space on the same property that may hold everything from a brewery, ice cream parlor and diner to a barbecue joint. MUSCLE GROWTH With new basketball courts, workout rooms and a turf field nearing completion, the Orange County Sportsplex will expand fitness offerings this summer. Sportsplex Executive Director John Stock says member feedback led to a particular focus on improving their fitness center, court space and options for children ages two to 12.

MARKET VALUE When Bob Lloyd and Cannie Bacon ON THE MONEY Lloyd, owners of Bacon’s Meat At press time, Dean James and team Market, chose to focus on Cannie’s were weeks away from reopening The fight with cancer, Justin and Wooden Nickel Pub in a larger space a Meagan Long were ready to step in. few doors down at 113 N. Churton St. Tim Lyons’ King Street Bar features an indoor bocce ball court, a vintage piano and wrought-iron chairs The Longs bring the Steve’s Garden outside the space. Market concept from Graham to SAVE THE DATE the former Bacon’s space, expanding Taste Carolina Gourmet Walking its footprint and offerings. Steve’s Garden Market & Butchery Tours strolls through Hillsborough on August 18 from 9:30 a.m. Hillsborough retains the sandwiches and meat counter options of to 1 p.m., giving you the chance to sample handmade chocolates, Bacon’s and adds groceries, produce from local farms and things organic wine and other gourmet bites around town. And the like pimiento cheese and chowchow made in-house. And Meagan Sundays in Hillsborough concert series will take place on the Old plans to add wine and beer to the mix soon. And don’t worry Courthouse Square, Sunday afternoons from September through – the famous Bacon’s BLT is still on the menu. early-November. CHM July/August 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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5:30pm bartaco The pergola and plants that surround the outdoor space will transport you or at least give you inspiration for how to dress up your own backyard. Order a half-dozen tacos to split and a fun drink or two.

6:30pm Silverspot Cinema

No one will call you a cheap date if you go to the movies on a Tuesday – $8 tickets are pretty hard to pass up. But, would your date prefer a throwback movie? “Top Gun” and “Batman” both play in July.

9:30pm City Kitchen

After your movie, stroll over to another pretty patio for half-price bottles of wine (Tuesdays) or $5 glasses of wine (Wednesdays). date #2

6pm Weaver Street Market The live music series on the lawn picks back up in August with Pete Pawsey on August 9 and Saludos Compay on August 23.

7:30pm Glasshalfull

Take refuge from the heat at the cozy bar with a charcuterie plate. Then, enjoy a light dinner – mini lobster & shrimp rolls and panseared scallops were on the early summer menu.

9pm Steel String Brewery

Wind down the night with some Tenderness Honeysuckle Ale, a refreshing kolsch. Or maybe Neutral Milk Porter is more your speed. Either way, you and your date will find a beer to love. date #3

6:30pm SallyMack Stop in and meet the “mayor of Midtown Market,” Sally Stollmack, and she’ll help you pick out a meaningful gift. From handbags to vases and candles, her store specializes in delightful finds.

7pm Flyleaf Books

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of Sky: Myths of Mexico” and in August, Terry Roberts talks “The Holy Ghost Speakeasy and Revival.”

8:30pm Kitchen

You can’t skip the mussels and fries here. Linger over beverages and save room – desserts are reasonably priced so you can order two or three to split. date #4

5:30pm Elaine’s on Franklin Get in early for the special three-course $35 prix fixe dinner. It’s a great opportunity to try a few things on the menu like green tomatoavocado gazpacho with roasted chiles and three cheese soufflé.

7pm The Baxter

With pinball machines and old school games, your competitive side will come out at the barcade. Remember to bring your quarters!

9pm Beer Study

End the night with a pint on the patio. The guys behind the bar really know their stuff and you may see a pup or two. They’ve got a great selection of North Carolina canned beer, so pick out a six-pack to go. date #5

6pm Lantern Enjoy dinner out in the Lantern Garden – these days, spicy lemongrass tofu and Korean BBQ’d local pork chop grace the menu. Sip a cocktail in the jungle oasis and try the cherry stone panna cotta.

7pm Nerd Nite Chapel Hill

Three speakers will wax on about topics such as the whys and hows of board games to United States coins you probably never knew existed. Sip a beer, learn some fresh facts and revel in all the new knowledge.

9pm Local 506

The doors might open at 8 p.m. but you’ve got time to get to the music venue which hosts acts this summer such as Chapel Hill-based Charley James, Go Fever and Telekinetic Yeti.

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Satsuma Based on the discontinued scent by The Body Shop, this perfume has notes of succulent juices of mandarin orange, zesty orange peels and fragrant blooming petals of orange flower.

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Gucci Bloom type for Women Exotic Chinese honeysuckle with tuberose and tonka bean surround you in a cloud of soft, white floral notes and woody orris root.

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Coconut Temptation Mouthwatering coconut, fresh coconut milk, sweet sugar and warm vanilla come together for the perfect summer blend. It’s almost as good as a tropical island vacation.

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had been friends as UNC undergrads, took over Carolina Coffee Shop a year ago, they decided to transform the staple around ideas both old and new. For the “old,” Heather O’Reilly headed over to Wilson Library at UNC looking for historical copies of The Daily Tar Heel. Digging through dusty archives was a change of pace for Heather, one of UNC’s most legendary soccer players and an Olympian. “Chapel Hill always had my heart,” Heather says. “We moved back a few years ago and made this our home. This was a way to contribute to this amazing university and town that means so much to me.” What she found were black-and-white images, now on the eatery’s walls. In one, Franklin Street is an open road, lined only with leafy trees and a single lowslung building – Carolina Coffee’s current building. “We want to create a sense of nostalgia for the town,” says Jeff Hortman, another of the new coowners, who traces his friendship with Heather through her husband, Dave Werry. “We want this to be a place that’s a stone’s throw from the university [and] that everybody wants to come to with their parents, hang with their teachers, have a breakfast meeting. Something that’s really like a clubhouse.” The “new” part came on the menu. The owners brought in a chef-consultant to help revive it with classics like omelettes and pancakes, along with more creative fare like cornflake french toast. The shop’s eponymous drink – coffee – is now an exclusive blend from Carrboro Coffee Roasters. 54

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raising the barre Located on the ground floor of the Berkshire Chapel Hill apartment building, barre3 has been offering a different kind of workout for locals since its late September opening. The practice draws on yoga and pilates and also incorporates meditation techniques.

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hen Dana Harshaw decided to return to the workforce full-time, she knew exactly what company she wanted to start a business with – barre3. She did the workouts online and at the Raleigh location for years and got to know some people from the company’s corporate office through her part-time sales job. “I knew that not only was it a good workout, it was a good group of people,” she says. “They were the real deal when they talked about the workout and their whole philosophy on nutrition and everything.” Unlike many other fitness programs, barre3 incorporates mental wellness practices like meditation into its workouts.

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It’s also low-impact, which is what drew Dana to it in the starts with a hold to engage muscles with positive alignment and mind-body first place. A former dancer and yogi, she was struggling connection, as in this warmup. with back issues after her second pregnancy and was looking for a workout routine that was also healing. She found barre3. credits the atmosphere she and her nine instructors have created. “It’s Barre3 offers modifications in all of its classes, allowing participants taking good care of our clients... and making sure the class is fantastic to work on parts of their bodies while avoiding further damage to every time and that our instructors are not just teaching a class that others. “Their philosophy is that not everyone is built the same, so is fun, but also that people are getting a good workout, they’re safe everyone shouldn’t have to do the same,” Dana says. “If you can in their bodies and empowering them to feel like they can make the modify something, even if it means you’re working differently from workout their own.” everyone else, you’re working deeper in your own body. And especially After class, clients can often be found chatting with each other in the women, we’re not given the permission to do that in our everyday life, lobby after picking their kids up from the play lounge, talking to Dana not in general.” about everyday life and joking around with the staff. Dana says the little Nine months after opening her business, Dana says her 200-plus community her clients have made grew naturally, but it was always her customer base continues to grow thanks to client word-of-mouth. She dream. “That’s exactly what I wanted to do here.” 56

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punching above its weight In February, the Chapel Hill location of TITLE Boxing Club opened, offering full-body workouts featuring the fundamentals of a boxer’s workout. Walker Petersen, general manager, says people love it. “Our workouts are empowering, exhilarating and totally addictive and our motto is to get fit, not hit as we don’t have any contact,” he says. “It is always you vs. the bag here at TITLE.” 58

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A class consists of a warmup, followed by 8 3-minute rounds on the heavy bags and finish up with core/cooldown at the end, making it a complete workout. Most people who come to TITLE have no prior boxing experience. “That’s 100% fine as we always show you all the basic punches,” says Walker.

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Durham’s Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe & Restaurant brings its famous baked goods to a Chapel Hill location, where customers can find all their favorite pastries, breads and more made fresh every day. The European- and German-inspired menu is sure to please customers wanting a quick croissant in the morning to those looking for a special custom cake for a celebration.

Chapel Hill storefront for Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe & Restaurant’s baked goods has long been the hope of owner Claudia Kemmet-Cooper. After a baker’s apprenticeship in Munich, Germany, Claudia returned to the area in 1997 looking to open a bakery and sales location in Chapel Hill, but finding the right location proved challenging. That’s when an opportunity in Durham presented itself, and she jumped at the chance. That location, off of Durham-Chapel Hill Boulevard, has grown in popularity and size since opening in November 1998, and now houses the bakery, restaurant and a large patio. Twenty years later, Claudia finally got to open her Guglhupf Bake Shop in Eastgate Crossing. Ironic, she says, because that was the location she considered for the original spot all those years ago. “Opening the store in Chapel Hill was a returning all the way back to the roots,” Claudia says. “To what the original plan had been.” The bake shop serves cakes, pastries and bread made at the Guglhupf bakery each morning, with coffee or espresso on offer as well. The menu is inspired by Claudia’s southern German roots and features local and seasonal ingredients. During blueberry season, customers can 60

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find blueberry Danishes and cheesecakes with fresh blueberries on top and blueberry preserve inside. The reception from the Chapel Hill community has been great, Claudia says, and she has been excited to see a mix of new faces and old ones among her customers since opening the new location in November. The hope is that this location will attract new customers who might not have ventured out to the Durham location up 15-501, while being more convenient for the Chapel Hill regulars who have already come to love their ham-and-cheese croissants. “Being a bakery, the essence is that we bake fresh every day. It’s an extremely short shelf life,” Claudia says. “The more coverage we can provide, the better and the more convenient.”

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olman Family Dental Care doesn’t smell like most dentists’ offices. Patients are greeted with the pleasant smell of essential oils instead of acrylic and disinfectant. The lobby is decorated with cool blues and modern furniture, and the walls display paintings from local artists. The unexpected atmosphere was an intentional decision by Shaina when she set up her practice in December. “It’s little things to ease people’s fears,” she says. “They come in so anxious … and they leave and they’re like, ‘That was awesome! I can’t wait to come back.’” Her all-ages practice has patients ranging from toddlers to the elderly. Working in a Veterans’ Administration hospital in Virginia for a year made Shaina more sensitive to the needs of older people and those with disabilities. In addition to making her office easily accessible for people who use wheelchairs or other assistive devices, she regularly visits nursing homes to treat patients with the organization Doctors Making Housecalls. The East Chapel Hill High School graduate says she always admired her father’s entrepreneurial spirit and wanted to follow in his footsteps. After earning her degrees, she worked as an associate for another practice for two years before realizing it was time to start her own. “I wanted to have a certain environment, treat my staff well, treat my patients well, be ethical,” she says. “I felt like, by owning a practice, I could have control over all those elements that I thought were important.” Shaina chose a spot in the Chapel Hill North shopping center. She made live videos of the renovation process and continues to be active across social media platforms. Recent videos have focused on a patient’s “Smile Makeover” and the business’ partnership with Dementia Friendly Orange County. Like the art on the walls, the jazz music playing in treatment rooms and the unassuming smell, Shaina says her videos and other social media efforts are all about helping patients feel at home. “People, when they know they need a lot of work done, they’re nervous and they might have been saving money up but they still don’t do it because they haven’t found someone they trust and who cares,” she says. “By the time [people who found us on social media] actually come in, often they’ve been following us for a long time and seen who we really are.”

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the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation to support the district’s teachers. This year’s breakfast and rose sale brought in $105,000, marking the first time the fundraiser has reached six figures. In total, more than $850,000 has been raised for the Public School Foundation over the event’s 14 years. When Greg took over as CHRG’s marketing director more than a decade ago, he decided on a

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Lynn Lehmann, executive director of Public School Foundation, and Stephanie Yost, Teachers First Breakfast Chair.

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the winners of best garden store share their advice for livening up your indoor and outdoor spaces with plants this summer Ashley Mattison

co-owner of Fifth Season Gardening Co.

What plants should people plant by their mailboxes? Any certain types to avoid? Because we have such a deer problem in many areas of our town, we advise people to stay away from more traditional mailbox plants like pansies, which are basically an invitation for the deer to come dine. Smaller-growing herbs like thyme, oregano and various sages make great alternatives – they are deer-resistant, smell good (to us), can be trimmed regularly to use for cooking and will eventually produce lovely flowers if you let them. Most herbs are also droughttolerant, which helps with watering since so many mailboxes are in hot, sunny spots.

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Chris G. Adigun, MD is a board certified dermatologist, known for her expertise in laser and aesthetic dermatology. She is a recognized leader in dermatology and a national media expert. She has been featured on Good Morning America, CBS News, and North Carolina’s own The People’s Pharmacy.

Healthy, Beautiful Skin Starts at DLC!

DLC is at the forefront of dermatology, offering the latest technology and treatment. Dr Adigun has assembled a team of top notch, dermatology trained professionals. Voted The Best of Chapel Hill 2017. Come see what we are doing to help our patients achieve their goals!!

One of the most caring, knowledgeable, efficient, sophisticated-without-being-stuffy practices I’ve ever visited! —Happy Patient

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What starter plants do you suggest for people who aren’t gardeners but are interested in trying their hand at it? For outdoor plants, we recommend going with native varieties as much as possible because they are adapted to our soil and weather, making them easier to grow than many exotic plants. Plus, they aid our native pollinators! Some of these easy-care plants for sun include Echinacea (coneflower), Achillea (yarrow), Gaura (Wand flower), Monarda (bee balm), Rudbeckia (black-eyed Susan). Suggestions for shade are Heuchera (coral bells), ferns, Solomon’s seals, Tiarella (foam flower) and Hosta (if you have a fenced yard, because they are another plant beloved by deer).

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For indoor plants, which more and more people are getting into, we recommend pothos, burgundy rubber plants and ZZ plants as can’tmiss options that really are easy to grow.

orange, coral and pink cover the plant throughout spring, summer and fall. These tough, drought-tolerant plants attract butterflies and pollinators, and are deer-resistant. Plant these in the spring and mulch well before winter. Do not prune until new growth emerges in spring.

Stacia Payne

garden center manager at Southern States

What plants do you recommend for full-sun areas? 1 ‘Miss Huff’ Lantana is an excellent choice for hot, sunny areas. It is a hardy perennial lantana here in zone seven. Showy flowers of yellow,

2 Glossy Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora) is an all-time favorite shrub that has earned its popularity with its interesting foliage, showy flowers, reliable performance and easy care. Abundant bell-shaped blossoms cover this shrub from spring until fall, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Abelia are sun-loving, drought tolerant and deer resistant. The many cultivars of Abelia provide a wide range of colors and forms. Some of our favorites include ‘Radiance,’ ‘Kaleidoscope’ and ‘Little Richard.’

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3 Ornamental grasses add texture and architectural interest in any sunny landscape. There are a vast number of varieties to choose from in wide range of colors and growth habits. Most produce spectacular flower plumes in summer and fall that contribute to the garden’s winter interest. These species have very few pest or disease problems and are extremely deer-resistant. PHOTO BY BETH MANN

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Look for scratch-made soups, sandwiches, salads, sides and entrees that change daily based on what’s in season or what Mel feels inspired to prepare.

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co-owner at Fitch Lumber & Hardware

What should a first-time home buyer do for basic, immediate maintenance the first few weeks? Upon purchasing a home, the first thing a homeowner should do is evaluate their lawn and garden needs. Examples of these needs are: insect control, weed control, soil composition, lawn aeration and reseeding bare spots. Once those needs have been determined, supplies to address those needs should be purchased. A beginner’s list of tools for lawn and garden use would be a spade shovel, rake, small

hand shovel, pruning shears, hose and watering nozzle, gloves and hoe. Where should a homeowner start when picking out plants for their yard? It is recommended to make a visit to a local nursery for information on the best plants for the yard based on several factors: shade/sun, irrigation requirements, mature size of the plant and temperature hardiness. Some nurseries will analyze soil samples and offer products to improve the soil quality in the yard. The local nursery should have all the supplies needed to prepare and amend the soil to provide the best environment for the plants and shrubs to thrive.

Beth Crawshaw

buyer/merchandiser at Town & Country Hardware

“The Absolute Best Place for Food & Wine Lovers” - Since 1975

What should people do to get their lawn looking good? In North Carolina, the grass really is greener, even in the winter! Our area is unusual that way. We can do cool- and warm-season grasses. You have a nice choice, and both do well here. Warm-season grasses, such as Zoysiagrass and carpetgrass, stay lush through summer’s heat. After the first frost, though, they’ll turn brown and go dormant. Cue cool-season grasses. Fescues and bluegrass stay green through winter. Fall is the prime time to prep lawns for cool-season grasses. You can start seeding or installing cool-season grasses in mid-September. But you need to prepare your lawn first. Starting in late August, focus on weed control. Get weeds dead before you put seed down. It makes for less competition and helps seeds grow better.

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Choosing a good weed-control product counts. With some weedcontrol products, you can reseed in as little as a week later. After weeds are controlled, aerate or core your lawn with an aerator. This step helps air, water and nutrients reach roots.

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that shine. “Even with these very neutral colors, our clients are still making their homes pop with accent colors,” he says. “We’ve done front entry doors in Sherwin-Williams Mature Grape and interior accent walls in Sherwin-Williams Poinsettia, and they look fantastic.” For his part, Nolan Williams of Fresh Coat Painters of Chapel Hill says he has been working with a lot of grays and light greens, like Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt and Silverpointe. “Sea Salt is a nice light shade of green that goes with a lot of accessory colors,” he says. “The amount of light in the room as well as other colors in the room can change its look.” Nolan says that those colors seem to be popular for interiors both by individual homeowners and those getting advice from designers. “Outside has been the same, oddly enough; a bit darker, but not too dark,” he says. “Examples are Retreat and Winchester, both grays.” CHM

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Chef Bill Smith of Crook’s Corner Brandon Sharp of Crossroads Chapel Hill Dick Barrows of Kitchen Michael Chuong of elements

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Place for a Date Night bartaco Elaine’s on Franklin Glasshalfull Kitchen Lantern

Vegetarian/Healthy Food Mediterranean Deli, Bakery and Catering The Root Cellar Vimala’s Curryblossom Café Weaver Street Market

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Breakfast/Brunch ACME Food & Beverage Co. Carolina Coffee Shop Elmo’s Diner The Root Cellar Kid-Friendly Restaurant Al’s Burger Shack Breakaway Cafe Elmo’s Diner The Root Cellar 

Simple food made the hard way

Place to Watch the Game Four Corners Hickory Tavern Town Hall Grill Tobacco Road Sports Cafe Top of the Hill Restaurant, Brewery and Distillery

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Overall Service Bin 54 Governors Club Kitchen Tandem Hostess / Server Sue Barrows of Kitchen Jessica Smith of Governors Club Danny Fischbeck of elements Barbecue Allen & Son Barbecue CrossTies Barbecue Hillsborough BBQ Company The Pig

FAMILY OWNED INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM SINCE 1982 Mary Lynn Cox, Jennifer Cox, Margo McKinney-Kane and Ami Wells

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Sandwich Merritt’s Store & Grill Neal’s Deli The Root Cellar Asian Food elements Jujube Lantern Lucha Tigre Sushi Akai Hana elements Oishii Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant 

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Crossroads Chapel Hill Favorite Chef, Upscale Restaurant and Business Lunch

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Indian Food Cholanad Mint Raaga Vimala’s Curryblossom Café

O’Mara Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.

Voted Favorite Landscaper by Chapel Hill Magazine Readers

Pizza Capp’s Pizzeria Italian Pizzeria III Mellow Mushroom Pizzeria Mercato Italian 411 West Il Palio Pizzeria Mercato Tarantini Burger Al’s Burger Shack Buns Kitchen Town Hall Grill Fries Al’s Burger Shack Buns Glasshalfull Kitchen Tyler’s Restaurant & Taproom Steakhouse Bin 54 Farm House Restaurant Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill Mexican Food Babalu Tapas & Tacos bartaco Carrburritos Fiesta Grill Monterrey Mexican Restaurant 

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The Firebird

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Brahms Symphony No. 2

THUR FEB 28, 2019 | 7:30PM

Clemens Schuldt, conductor Jinjoo Cho, violin

Music Inspired by the Sea

Comfort Food/Southern Food ACME Food & Beverage Co. Crook’s Corner Mama Dip’s Merritt’s Store & Grill Mediterranean City Kitchen Kipos Mediterranean Deli, Bakery and Catering Talullas Coffee Shop Breakaway Cafe Caffe Driade Coco Bean Coffee Shop & Cafe Gray Squirrel Coffee Co. Open Eye Cafe Desserts/Pastries Guglhupf Bake Shop The Root Cellar Sugarland Weaver Street Market

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Grant Llewellyn, conductor Brian Reagin, violin

Carmina Burana

TUES, MAY 7, 2019 | 7:30PM

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Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor North Carolina Master Chorale Capital City Girls Choir

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Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt Ben & Jerry’s La Vita Dolce Maple View Farm Country Store Yogurt Pump (YoPo) 

Neighbors Mark and Erin Carey (middle) and José Fernandes Junior and Jeanne Løvmo at Lantern Favorite Restaurant, Upscale Restaurant, Place for a Date Night, Place for a Cocktail and Asian Food

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Brewery Carolina Brewery Mystery Brewing Company Steel String Brewery Top of the Hill Brewery

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Chapel Hill Eyecare OD, PLLC

Healthy Eyes for a Lifetime

Place for a Cocktail B-Side Lounge The Crunkleton Glasshalfull Lantern

Wine, Beer and/or Spirits Shop Beer Study Bottle Rev Chapel Hill Chapel Hill Wine Company Southern Season Catering Company Chapel Hill Restaurant Group Mediterranean Deli Mel’s Commissary & Catering The Catering Company of Chapel Hill The Root Cellar Farmers Market Carrboro Farmers’ Market Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market Fearrington Farmers’ Market Hillsborough Farmers Market

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Local Food Product Blue Sky Oil & Vinegar Chapel Hill Creamery cheese Chapel Hill Toffee Maple View Farm Milk TOPO Organic Spirits Food Truck Chirba Chirba Dumpling Monterrey Express Food Truck Napoli Gourmet Pizza 

governors club Voted the Best of Chapel Hill for 5 consecutive years

Chapel Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier gated community and private club, featuring a 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Course and newly-renovated Clubhouse and Wellness Center

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Art Gallery Ackland Art Museum FRANK Gallery North Carolina Crafts Gallery Hillsborough Gallery of Arts Museum Ackland Art Museum Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Carolina Basketball Museum Kidzu Children’s Museum

Purveyors of unique finds at unmatched prices and stewards of your family treasures. Curated by your local community thrift shop.

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Live Music Venue Cat’s Cradle The Kraken Southern Village Memorial Hall/Carolina Performing Arts Performing Arts Venue Memorial Hall/Carolina Performing Arts PlayMakers Repertory Company The ArtsCenter The PIT Chapel Hill

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Movie Theater Silverspot Cinema The Chelsea Theater The Lumina Theater Varsity Theatre

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Your Favorite Animal Lovers For 25 Years For 25 years, the dedicated doctors and staff have agreed that the BEST thing you can do for your pet is to keep him or her healthy.

The Cole Park Veterinary Hospital staff in front of our hospital at 55 Woodbridge Dr. in Chapel Hill

As we celebrate our 25th Anniversary of service to our clients, we feel proud that you think of us as the BEST!

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Thank you! Best Fine Jewelry Thank you for your support and patronage for over 70 years. Watch and Clock Repair

For voting me your Favorite REALTOR® Top-Selling and Listing Broker in Briar Chapel

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Best Steakhouse and Best Upscale Restaurant Thank you, Readers!

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Downtown Franklin Street Favorite Shopping Experience

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Women’s Boutique Dina Porter Sofia’s Boutique Uniquities Whilden Menswear Chapel Hill Sportswear Gentlemen’s Corner Julian’s Townsend Bertram & Company 

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Children’s Store Cameron’s Glee Kids Puddle Baby Boutique The Red Hen Home Furnishings and Accessories SallyMack SOUTH Southern Season WomanCraft Gifts

Book Store Flyleaf Books McIntyre’s Books Purple Crow Books Place for Glasses 20/20 Eyeworks Carrboro Family Vision Chapel Hill Eyecare Chapel Hill Ophthalmology UNC Optical Shop at Kittner Eye Center

Place for Beauty Products Aveda Institute Chapel Hill Be Pure Beauty The Fragrance Shop Ulta Beauty Consignment and/or Resale Store Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties PTA Thrift Shop Rumors The Stock Exchange Pet Store Petco Phydeaux Wild Bird Center of Chapel Hill Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming

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THE OAKS KNOWN FOR ITS ESTATE-STYLE HOMES, THE OAKS ATTRACTS FAMILIES LOOKING FOR A TIGHT-KNIT COMMUNITY BY MAT T WHITE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETH MANN

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Connor Moss, 8, Ian Moss, 7, Colton Chaires and Piers Chaires gather for lacrosse practice in the Chaires’ backyard.

JUST THE FACTS: The Oaks Where The Oaks is located just east of Highway 15-501 as it passes UNC, adjacent to the Meadowmont subdivision. The Chapel Hill Country Club is in the center of the neighborhood which has approximately 1300 residents. Homes are large, ranging from 3,000 square feet to nearly 10,000 square feet. The neighborhood’s southern side abuts the restaurants and shops of East 54.

Property Tax Rate In 2017, the property tax rate for homes in The Oaks was $1.55 per $100 of assessed value. Of that total, $0.84 is to Orange County, $0.20 to Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, and $0.51 to the town of Chapel Hill.

Homes With mostly custom homes, styles range widely. Most homes sit on wooded lots, with the most expensive overlooking the Country Club’s golf course. The Oaks was first developed in the early 1970s, with expansion continuing into the 1990s.

Price Home prices in the Oaks range from the mid-$500,000s to several million dollars. Among houses recently listed: a 3,487-square-foot three-bedroom home on Galway Drive for $924,900; a 2,348-square-foot, three-bedroom home on Nottingham Drive for $648,000; a 3,721-square-foot three-bedroom home on Nottingham Drive for $535,000; a 8,677-square-foot home on Canterbury Lane for $2,150,000.

Schools Neighborhood students attend either Ephesus Elementary School or Rashkis Elementary School, and Phillips Middle School or Culbreth Middle School. All older students are assigned to East Chapel Hill High School.

Lot Size Lot sizes in the community range from one-half acre to two acres.

(The schools and tax information listed above apply only to homes in The Oaks within Orange County) – compiled by Santul Nerkar

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Sarah says. “We have a big flat driveway far from the main road so I don’t have to worry about cars so much. We have a big backyard and there’s actually a really gorgeous [creek that runs behind the yard; it becomes a] pond, stream, river, depending on how much water there is.” The Chaires bought their home in The Oaks from its original owner. The house is a block away from the Chapel Hill Country Club (CHCC), which sits at the center of the neighborhood. Then, their next-door neighbor, John Woodward, who owned Sutton’s Drug Store on Franklin Street until 2014, sold his home to another couple, Angela and

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is less than a five-minute drive. But while close to many things, the heart of The Oaks, on both a map and in spirit, is the Chapel Hill Country Club. Though the neighborhood and the club have no formal ties, club officials say about 80% of residents are members and the histories of the club and the Oaks are intertwined. The original CHCC was founded in 1922, just off UNC’s campus on Country Club Road. Members helped clear woods on the adjacent steep hills for a six-hole golf course. The club relocated to Lancaster Drive in 1976 to what was then mostly undeveloped land. There was room for an 18-hole course and, weaved all around it, flat homesites of an acre or more. The Oaks’ streets reflect the neighborhood’s golfing heritage with names like Pinehurst, Burning Tree and Torrey Pines. Both at the club and along the Oaks’ streets, residents say

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The Country Club’s amenities include a pool with waterslide, 10 clay courts, four hard courts and an 18-hole golf course.

they also have grown used to seeing some of Chapel Hill’s most well-known residents, like high-profile UNC coaches and former players, among their neighbors. In 2007, CHCC’s clubhouse burned after a kitchen fire. It was rebuilt and re-opened in 2009. This year, says membership director Patti Gritton, the club is on track to have a waitlist for the first time in its history, hitting a self-imposed limit of 700 families. Memberships range from nearly $600 per month for full golf privileges to a little over $200 for access to the pool. More than 300 new families have joined in the last few years, Patti says, many lured by a temporary drop in initiation fees, a gambit members agreed to in hopes of drawing more members to finance a re-turfing of the course’s greens. The club’s course was closed in 2017 as greens were replaced. “Our members are excited to get back out there,” Patti says. Whitney Bulbrook has lived in Chapel Hill most her life, attending East Chapel Hill High School and UNC. She and her husband, Jim, own Carolina Ventures Mortgage and fell for The Oaks over a decade ago during long walks through the neighborhood from her mom’s nearby apartment. They moved to The Oaks in April 2014 and today have three children: Simone, 5, Heather, 3, and Weston, born in March. The Bulbrook family often takes bike rides through connecting roads in Meadowmont to a Harris Teeter, loading Weston’s bike trailer with groceries for the trip home. Whitney says a pleasant surprise has been the chance to live in a neighborhood with a variety of ages, from young families to retired couples, which often leads to small, memorable moments. “When we had our third baby, rather than bring any baby gifts, our older neighbor brought us a meal, because she understood that’s what we needed,” Whitney says. “Another time I was walking and bumped into another neighbor carrying a bouquet of peonies from her garden and I said how beautiful they were.” That neighbor, Laurie Oakley, showed up at Whitney’s door an hour later with a full bouquet. “It was just so genuine and thoughtful,” Whitney says. “She didn’t have to do that but that’s the kind of neighborhood this is.” CHM

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christened five and a half years ago when our first granddaughter, Corinne Elise, was born. My husband, Mike, and I had been living in a pile of rubbish for about two years since we started renovations to the house and had planted a few spindly apple trees. Now it was beginning to perk up a little thanks to the slowly maturing trees and all our hard work. I had laid out the garden with high hopes for the many loads of topsoil and manure we had dumped. The house itself had been transformed from a tar paper-covered cinder block horror with no amenities to a comfortable residence, and it sat on 6.5 acres a few miles from the Streets at Southpoint. Better yet, it was just down the road from our son, George, his wife, Julie, and new baby, Corinne. It had plenty of room for children to play and flowers to grow. A couple of chicken houses and a smokehouse completed our image of what a good farmstead should look like. We got the materials for those from a collapsed building at the back of the property that had originally belonged to Dr. Algernon S. Barbee, an early mayor of Chapel Hill and benefactor to Barbee’s Chapel Baptist Church, still thriving on the corner of Farrington Mill Road and Barbee Chapel Road. Being a lover of literature since childhood, when my favorite book was “The Secret Garden,” I also had my very own secret garden 116

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When we offered to let them bunk with us, they were happy to get out from under piles of packing peanuts. The idea of spreading out appealed to them, so before long, the house was as messy as her condo had been. We nearly did not survive the first Christmas. She had so many orders going out she was barely able to keep up with them. Before the holiday was over, the entire 5300-square-foot house looked like a warehouse that had exploded. Out of desperation, we built her a “studio” in the attic. That absorbed about 10% of the mess. My ultimate plan was for George and Julie to build a house on the property and ABOVE Daughter Mary Elizabeth paints pottery in her studio space. we would all live here together, shouting BELOW Deborah reaches out for her grandson, Wells, 4. “good night!” across the meadow in the dusky nights – just like The Waltons. We’ve always been inveterate junkers, frequenting auctions and salvage yards, accumulating quite a collection of lovely old trinkets that were finally starting to find a home around the yard and in the garden. When a notice appeared that Durham County was to auction off surplus goods, we soon found ourselves the proud owners of a used double-wide mobile classroom which was destined to become the new studio. We also bought a slew of windows at the auction that had failed code for a historical renovation project of an old Durham school. They ultimately found a home in our new greenhouse and studio. We furnished the interior of those spaces with salvaged materials and flea market finds. This is where being married to an architect comes in handy. Within months, Mike transformed the pitiful metal constructed and began planting willy-nilly, hoping everything would schoolhouse building into a beautiful art studio, built almost entirely take. I did not know that everything would take over! from salvaged materials. He and Mary Elizabeth paint there, and Mary I’ve always loved the notion of extended families. “The Waltons” was Elizabeth now has a home for her business. I got busy planting and one of my favorite television shows, and I loved the sound of all those sticking some of my finds around to homey it up, and now we enjoy “good nights” ringing through the house when everyone was tucked the studio as much as we enjoy the back porch, the greenhouse and the into bed. Our daughter, Mary Elizabeth, and her husband, Nick, had secret garden. Mary Elizabeth and Nick gave us two grandbabies, Wells already joined us on the farm. They had been living in a tiny condo and Eve, and George and Julie also added Ellie Grace to our flock. overflowing with Mary Elizabeth’s business of painting dinnerware. 118

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We were just settling in, taking a little time to hang out and enjoy the property, watching the children run and play and making plans for the next big project, when in January of 2017 I started acting funny. Mike hauled me off to the ER, thinking maybe I had had a small stroke. It turns out a glioblastoma had taken up residence in my brain, and even after surgery the prognosis was not good. All of a sudden, our priorities changed. Now we are fighting for my life, and thanks to the side effects of chemo and radiation, I have become worse than worthless. Getting out in the garden even to deadhead the daylilies has become an energy-depleting chore. My hero, Mike, fills in where I am lacking. He goes to work every day, then comes home and puts in several more hours in the garden or the studio. And he takes care of me. I lie around on the back porch a lot, watching the bunnies frolic in the backyard, praying, reading, building memories for the grandchildren and looking forward to healing. Corinneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Orchard is playing a big role in that. My grandchildren still think this is the best place to be, and so do I. CHM

ABOVE Mike and Deborah in the secret garden. BELOW The Hiningsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6.5 acres include a lake with a view.

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PRODUCED BY HOLLY WEST, JESSICA STRINGER, KETHAN FADALE AND KRISTI PIECHNIK

HERE ARE MANY REASONS WHY

you might consider our area as you search for retirement options: our well-rounded quality of life, mild climate, renowned dining, robust arts scene, continuing education programs and top-rated health care are just a few. This year, the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill area was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 20 places to retire. And we have a large number of retirement communities that strike the perfect balance between offering firstrate care and promoting independence. We asked a few folks to share the reasons they chose to spend their golden years here and – since we know navigating the many pricing and contract options can be overwhelming – we also put together a guide to the area’s best retirement centers and 55+ communities.

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Flo and Larry Phillips were about to move into another retirement community when an article about Galloway Ridge caught Flo's eye. "It was meant to be," she says.

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efore we moved here from Badin Lake two years ago, my husband, Larry, and I had been thinking about a retirement place for about five years. In the process, we started visiting different ones. Altogether, we visited about six. We put money down on one, but I still didn’t find everything I felt like we needed there. We were looking for a lot of activities as well as opportunities to experience outside [interests]. My husband and I are getting to the point

where we don’t like to drive at night, but we do like to go to plays and ball games and those kinds of things. Galloway Ridge offers that. We have season tickets to DPAC. There’s a bus that takes us there. We like to go to the Durham Bulls. We don’t have to drive, and that’s real appealing to us. I began to think about really moving into [the other] place. I was searching online, and all of a sudden this Wall Street Journal article came up. It said, ‘Before you finish your search, you need to July/August 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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look at Galloway Ridge. It’s in Pittsboro near Fearrington Village.’ I knew about Fearrington from when we lived in Cary, and I really liked the bookstore there. We took a day trip to Fearrington and found Galloway. And voilà! It was meant to be. Galloway Ridge is a wonderful place to live. We’ve just thoroughly enjoyed it. It has wonderful amenities, but the most important thing – it’s made up of wonderful people. The staff, of course, but also the residents. We love hearing their stories, and I’m sure they’d tell you we tell a lot of our stories, too. We love walking over to Fearrington Village, going to the bookstore, eating at The Belted Goat or going into Chapel Hill. We’re both big Carolina fans. Here, I participate in a book club, and I used to play bridge. On a rainy afternoon, we’ll go down to the cinema. There’s just lots to do.” – FLO PHILLIPS, GALLOWAY RIDGE

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efore coming here, I was a professor at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. “There are art groups, photography groups; there are so many things that you could never say there’s nothing to do,” says Mariana Brook, here with her husband, Doug, Twin Lakes brought me and my wife, at their Twin Lakes home. “Everybody we talk to around here loves it.” Mariana, to the Triangle in the fall of 2014. We really are East Coasters. We were just out there for 12 years while I worked. We decided that we a 5-star facility. Those were necessary. And then it was subjective wanted to move to a continuing care retirement community, and we things like what the campus looked like, what the houses were like, visited probably 25 CCRCs in California and North Carolina and what kind of activities were available, but the real deciding factor Virginia, where we lived before we moved to California. Mariana here for us was that every time we talked to someone on the staff is a native North Carolinian, and we’ve had a house on the Outer here about Twin Lakes and its philosophy, they found some way to Banks, so we spend a lot of time in North Carolina anyway. say to us, ‘We will take care of you. We’re here to take care of you.’ We had a complicated decision tree that we designed to evaluate We built a community at Twin Lakes really fast. You can sit all of the different CCRCs that we were going to. In order for down next to anyone at Twin Lakes and start a conversation and anything to be on our list, it had to have independent living, enjoy it and learn something. We’ve just really enjoyed the people skilled nursing, physical therapy, memory care and assisted living here, and that’s been a real pleasant surprise for us. And we’re just – Twin Lakes has all of those. The second criteria was that it had a couple of hours from the mountains, a couple of hours from the to be a Medicare-evaluated 4-star or 5-star facility; Twin Lakes was beach, and there’s just everything that we want here. We were just 122

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remarking this morning – our doctors are eight minutes away, there’s an emergency room eight minutes away if we need it. There’s every kind of service here, so it’s not a difficult place to live at all.” – DOUG BROOK, TWIN LAKES

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he food plan was important to me. There’s plenty of good food here if we want it, but I like to cook, and we both like to eat, and you don’t have to pay for meals that you don’t get like at most other places where you pre-pay for meals. Twin Lakes is a fee-for-service plan, so you only pay for what you use here, and we liked that idea. If we want the house cleaned, we pay extra for the house cleaner. But all of the maintenance work, if anything goes wrong in the house, there are people here to fix it, and they don’t charge extra for that. I have the most wonderful quilting group twice a month, we meet to talk about quilting and show off what we’re doing. There’s a lecture program – people come over from Elon mostly. There’s a choir here. There are art groups, photography groups; there are so many things that you could never say there’s nothing to do. There’s a nice little gym that we can go to. There’s a small track that we can walk on, weights, machines, swimming pools – anything you would want! Everybody we talk to around here loves it.” – MARIANA BROOK, TWIN LAKES

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staying at home Aging in place is not a new concept, of course, but the number of resources available to older adults and their families who choose to live independently has grown in recent years, with both government agencies and businesses like Grapevine Realty Services in Pittsboro. Melanie Girard recently opened Grapevine to help seniors either find homes or renovate their own to age in place. Melanie also works for the Chatham County Council on Aging, which recently worked with the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health to develop a list of five priorities that affect seniors most as they age in place: 1. Transportation, particularly for non-drivers. 2. Proximity and access to health care. 3. Housing. Consider lawn care, housekeeping, stairs. 4. Social connectedness. Are friends nearby, or a place seniors gather? 5. Care services and caregiving for changes in health. Another business owner, Elizabeth Hirsh, started The Downsizers in Durham, specifically for seniors considering a smaller home or, in some cases, staying in a family home but on just one floor. “We might be working with a 5,000-square-foot home, but they’re transitioning to live in just 1,200 on one level,” Elizabeth says. Whether moving or staying put, she says the hardest decision is parting with decades of possessions. During long sessions, she asks clients to consider for every item in the house: 1. Have you used it in the last year? 2. Does it have significant sentimental value? 3. Is it safe? Heavy or sharp items might pose a danger and old appliances many seniors have may lack modern safety features. The process, Elizabeth says, is almost always liberating. “I had a client who was having to make tough decisions with her husband’s health and care. She told me that after we cleared things out, ‘I have more energy, more clarity, and I have a path on where to go now.’” – Matt White

took a position at Duke Regional, so we relocated to [Durham]. We became empty-nesters recently, and it felt like we were ready for a change. We were looking for an active lifestyle community that offered more than just a place to live. I think, especially coming from Florida, we had a preconceived notion of what a 55+ community might be like. So when we started looking around this area [and] stumbled upon Creekside [at Bethpage], [we] immediately felt that it was such a great spot. There’s a great sense of community that Creekside has to offer, people who are in similar places in life. We started playing pickleball; they have regulation courts here. It’s actually more of a social game [than tennis]. It can be played single, but most people play doubles. It’s such a popular sport, especially within our particular age group – it makes it easy to stay physically fit. And we look after one another – the residents really pull together. A group of residents who were here at the beginning actually started a nonprofit called Creekside Pay-It-Forward, a medical equipment loan library, and [Creekside’s building company] AV Homes underwrote the first year of insurance. We have all of these great opportunities to start something. Last November, I partnered with one other resident, and we invited a lot of local businesses to host a shopping bazaar in our clubhouse. It gave our residents an opportunity to do holiday shopping, but at the same time, support local, where it really matters. It’s been surprising to us that this is not anything like a retirement July/August 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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Usha and Umesh Gulati came to Forest at Duke for the rehabilitation services, but stayed for the friendly and peaceful atmosphere.

community. It’s so much more than we could have ever imagined it to be. We just really are so happy, and Durham has so much to offer. Here, there’s just a great sense of, ‘You live in Creekside? Oh, they’re really nice over there!’” – LORI COLLEGE, CREEKSIDE AT BETHPAGE

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y reason [for moving to Forest at Duke] was a medical reason. I had to have a knee surgery, and I found out about this place. My husband, Umesh, wouldn’t have to drive to a nursing home somewhere else (we’ve lived in Durham 16 years). So we decided to come and live [here]. There’s a rehab downstairs. My husband had heart surgery and came to the Forest for recovery, which made my visits easier. When we came here, everybody we met was very friendly, very laid-back. It seemed like a nice place to be. I’m on two different committees: food and marketing. I have good relationships with the staff. You can get involved as much as you want to. If you don’t want to, you have your own space. I have the best of two worlds: the built-in community to enjoy and my own place to be just with myself when I want to.” – USHA GULATI, FOREST AT DUKE 124

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am from Alabama. I lived in Boston for 24 years where I was chair of the department of periodontology at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Then, at UNC, I was chair of the department of periodontology for 15 years. When [my late wife] Joan and I moved to Chapel Hill in 1994, her father came with us and moved into Carolina Meadows. He quickly made great friends, fell in love, at age 80 married Alice Lash and lived an enviable life for 12 years. Joan and I came to see that life at Carolina Meadows was unbelievably rich and full and signed up for the waiting list. I travel a great deal and enjoy that. My son and his fiancee, two fun millenials, live in Manhattan where Lee is a VP in pharmaceutical marketing and Meaghan handles the digital billboards in Times Square, where she sells time by the second for her company. Lee and I are part owners of El Atoradero in Brooklyn, rated the No. 2 best Mexican restaurant in New York City by New York magazine. I am most of all impressed by the other residents who live here. Who knew that in my ‘encore’ years, I would have so many interesting and fun friends. Also, the staff here is wonderful. There is so much to do here that one cannot take it all in: concerts, lectures, wine dinners, special dinners, movies, garden tours, etc. Having lived in Chapel Hill for many years, I know the area, love the area and take advantage of it all.” – RAY WILLIAMS, CAROLINA MEADOWS

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THE 2018 DIRECTORY OF CONTINUING CARE, ASSISTED LIVING AND INDEPENDENT LIVING RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES BROOKDALE CHAPEL HILL ASSISTED LIVING 2220 Farmington Dr., Chapel Hill Entrance Fee One time community fee, call for pricing Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing Contract Options Month-to-month Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted Contact Information 919-933-1430; brookdale.com BROOKDALE CHAPEL HILL ALZHEIMER’S CARE 2230 Farmington Dr., Chapel Hill Entrance Fee One time community fee, call for pricing Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing Contract Options Month-to-month Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted Contact Information 919-929-5850; brookdale.com BROOKDALE DURHAM 4434 Ben Franklin Blvd., Durham Entrance Fee One time community fee, call for pricing Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing Contract Options Month-to-month Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted Contact Information 919-479-9966; brookdale.com BROOKDALE MEADOWMONT 100 Lanark Rd., Chapel Hill Entrance Fee One time community fee, call for pricing Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing Contract Options Month-to-month Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted Contact Information 919-918-7600; brookdale.com CAMBRIDGE HILLS ASSISTED LIVING 140 Brookstone Ln., Pittsboro Entrance Fee Community fee of $1,000 Monthly Fee Range $3,900 – $6,000 Contract Options None. Requires 14-day notice prior to moving out. Refund Options Pro-rated for the first month from the date the resident moves in. Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted, not required Min. Age to Obtain Residence 65 Contact Information Ronda Stubbs; 919-545-9573 or ronda@silver-thread.com; cambridgehillsal.com CAMBRIDGE HILLS ASSISTED LIVING 5660 Durham Rd., Roxboro Entrance Fee All-inclusive rates with no entry fees. Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing.

Contract Options None. Refund Options Requires 14-day notice. Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted, not required Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information Sandra Carden, shicks@cvsliving.com; 336-598-4697; cambridgehills.com CARILLON ASSISTED LIVING OF DURHAM 4713 Garrett Rd., Durham Entrance Fee Application fee required. Monthly Fee Call for pricing. Contract Options All-inclusive monthly rate includes care, dining, activities, laundry and housekeeping. Refund Options 14-day notice required. Medicare Certified Not Applicable Long-term Care Insurance Required No Min. Age to Obtain Residence 60 Contact Information 919-401-1101; carillonassistedliving.com CARILLON ASSISTED LIVING OF HILLSBOROUGH 1911 Orange Grove Rd., Hillsborough Entrance Fee Application fee required. Monthly Fee Call for pricing. Contract Options All-inclusive monthly rate includes care, dining, activities, laundry and housekeeping. Refund Options 14-day notice required. Medicare Certified Not Applicable Long-term Care Insurance Required No Min. Age to Obtain Residence 60 Contact Information 919-732-9040; carillonassistedliving.com CHATHAM RIDGE ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE 114 Polks Village Ln., Chapel Hill Entrance Fee One month’s rent Monthly Fee Range $3,795 – $6,995 Contract Options Month-to-month Refund Options Community fees within 30 days of move in. Long-term Care Insurance Accepted, not required. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information 919-918-7872; ridgecare.com MEBANE RIDGE ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE 1999 S. N.C. Hwy. 119, Mebane Entrance Fee One month’s rent as deposit. 20% discount for three months, April through June. Monthly Fee Range $3,195 – $6,995 Contract Options Month-to-month Refund Options None Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Accepted, not required. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information 919-568-0083; mebaneridge.com

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CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES (CCRC) CAROLINA MEADOWS 100 Carolina Meadows, Chapel Hill Carolina Meadows is a vibrant community where residents live a lifestyle of wellness and engagement. The beautiful 168-acre campus includes a nine-hole golf course, pristine walking trails, tennis courts and more. Residents enjoy six distinctive dining venues, a state-of-the-art wellness center and an auditorium that offers many fascinating lectures and performances. Entrance Fee Range $127,200 – $591,100 Monthly Fee Range $2,769 – $4,259 Contract Options Fee for Service: Housing, residential services and guaranteed access to health-related services in exchange for entrance fee and monthly fee. Health-related services are provided at per-diem rates, which vary. Equity: See Refund Options for Carolina Meadows. Refund Options Equity; Occupancy Right; upon departure, resident/estate receives refund based on Entry Fee calculation and if applicable additional 50% of equity in the residence; calculation is current Entry Fee minus remarketing and refurbishing fees compared to original Entry Fee then potentially sharing in appreciation of unit if new balance exceeds original payment. Medicare Certified Yes, Medicare Part B Long-term Care Insurance Not required, but welcome. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information 919-942-4014; 800-458-6756; carolinameadows.org

CAROL WOODS 750 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill Entrance Fee Range $96,600 – $441,700 Monthly Fee Range $2,466 – $5,263 Contract Options Modified: Entrance fee and monthly payments cover housing, residential services such as meals and housekeeping and some health-related services. Health-related services are provided at subsidized rate or are free for specified number of days. Refund Options Declining Refund: Pay entry fee; full refund in first 90 days; refund declines at rate of 2% each additional month; after 50 months, no refund. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required; could help pay for discounted per diems. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 65 (co-applicant must be at least 55) Contact Information 919-968-4511; 800-518-9333; carolwoods.org THE CEDARS OF CHAPEL HILL 100 Cedar Club Circle (Meadowmont), Chapel Hill Entrance Fee Range $265,000 – $750,000* Monthly Fee Range $2,857 – $5,759 Contract Options *Equity: Actual real estate purchase, with transfer of ownership of the unit. If resident moves to health center, no added amount except two meals per day. After 90 days, member pays discounted rate. Refund Options Not applicable because of ownership. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required.

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Min. Age to Obtain Residence 60 (co-applicant must be at least 50) Contact Information 919-259-7000; 877-433-3669; cedarsofchapelhill.com CROASDAILE VILLAGE 2600 Croasdaile Farm Pkwy., Durham Set on 110 acres, Croasdaile Village is in a pastoral setting, which provides a country feel fewer than six miles from downtown Durham and three miles from Duke University. Croasdaile is within the distinguished residential neighborhood of Croasdaile Farm. The residents enjoy numerous green spaces with yards, gardening and plenty of walking trails, a dog park, lakes and the security of a full continuum of five levels of care on site. The central campus buildings are all connected, with state-of-the-art wellness center, large heated pool, auditorium, woodworking shop, art study, multiple dining venues and a beautiful chapel. Entrance Fee Range $55,896 – $357,309 (includes new residences) Monthly Fee Range $1,873 – $4,284 (includes new residences) Contract Options Fee for Service: Entrance fee and monthly payments cover housing, residential services such as meals and housekeeping and some health-related services. Advanced levels of health services are provided at per-diem rates. Utilities bundled. Refund Options Declining Refund: Option 1: Pay lower entry fee; refund declines at rate of 2% per month; after 50 months, no refund. Option 2: 50% Refund – pay higher entry fee; refund declines at a rate of 2% per month until 50% of residence fee is accrued; refund limited to 50%. Option 3: 90% Refund – pay higher entry fee; refund declines at a rate of 2% per month until 10% of fee is accrued; refund limited to 90%. Medicare Certified Yes Rehab on Site Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required, but welcome. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 Contact Information 919-384-2475; 800-960-7737; croasdailevillage.org

THE FOREST AT DUKE 2701 Pickett Rd., Durham Celebrating 25 years of community, The Forest at Duke is a vibrant continuing care retirement community located in the heart of Durham. Homes, cottages, apartments – each offer spacious, contemporary living with access to an impressive range of luxurious amenities coupled with world-class wellness. At The Forest, discover a redefined retirement that is as varied, engaging and multi-faceted as you are. A leader in social responsibility and outreach, The Forest strives to strengthen the community and organizations that enrich the lives of Durham residents. Entrance Fee Range $92,345 – $561,705 Monthly Fee Range $3,110 – $7,240 Contract Options Modified: Entrance fee and monthly payments cover housing, residential services such as meals and housekeeping and some health-related services. Health-related services are provided at a greatly discounted rate and are free for a specified number of days. Refund Options Ten thousand dollars per person of the Entry Fee is retained by The Forest as a Health Care Reserve. The remaining

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balance of the entry fee, the residence fee, is refundable based on the following plan: 2% of the Residence Fee accrues to The Forest at Duke each month. The refund decreases to zero over 50 months. 50% and 90% Entry Fee Plans are offered. Please contact the Sales & Marketing Team for current pricing and eligibility. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required, but welcome. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 65 (co-applicant must be at least 62) Contact Information 919-490-8000; 800-474-0258; forestduke.org

GALLOWAY RIDGE AT FEARRINGTON 3000 Galloway Ridge Rd., Pittsboro Lovingly crafted with heart, soul and Southern charm, Galloway Ridge is more than retirement living – it’s a secure, healthconscious, pleasure-packed lifestyle destination. The 50-acre campus is just south of Chapel Hill and adjacent to Fearrington Village, an 1,100-acre planned community, offering miles of trails and sidewalks. Jordan Lake and the Haw River are just a short distance for our outdoor enthusiasts. Galloway Ridge’s main building includes 248 independent living apartments, library and business center, living room, Chapin Auditorium, Weathersfield Café, Bistro Dining Room, Camellia Fine Dining Room, Belties Lounge, billiards room, Players Lounge, stadium seating movie theater, art studio, woodworking shop, multiple meeting spaces and conference room. The Medicarecertified health care center, The Arbor, is connected to the main building and offers 91 private rooms for assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. The residents of the 52 independent living villas have a short walk to all of the amenities of the main building. The Galloway Ridge WellPlex allows residents to maintain their optimal level of health and wellbeing. It includes the Duke Center for Living, a 20,000-square-foot fitness center, Duke Primary Care and the Center for Physical Rehabilitation. For on-campus primary care services, residents can choose between UNC Health Care within the main building or Duke Primary Care in the WellPlex. Residents and staff volunteer thousands of hours each year to local agencies and partnerships. The Charitable Fund and Community Grant Program supports Chatham County charities, governmental agencies and schools. At Galloway Ridge, you have the freedom and security to be who you want to be and to never stop growing. Entrance Fee Range $218,000 – $1,257,000 Monthly Fee Range $2,990 – $6,755 Contract Options Extensive: Entrance fee and monthly payments cover housing, residential services such as meals and housekeeping and unlimited assisted and skilled nursing. Little or no additional fees required as one moves from one level of care to another. Refund Options Declining Refund: Option 1: Time-Sensitive – Pay lower entry fee; refund declines at rate of 4% in first month; 2% each additional month; after 4 years, no refund. Option 2: 90% Refund, Not Time-Sensitive – Pay higher entry fee; receive 90% of what you paid in. Option 3: 75% Refund, Not Time-Sensitive – Pay higher entry fee; receive 75% of what you paid in.

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Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 Contact Information 919-545-2647; gallowayridge.com

GLENAIRE 4000 Glenaire Circle, Cary Entrance Fee Range $64,000 – $360,000 Monthly Fee Range $2,380 – $4,335 Contract Options Modified: Entrance fee and monthly payments cover housing, residential services such as meals and housekeeping and some health-related services. Health-related services are provided at subsidized rate or are free for specified number of days. Refund Options Option 1: Declining Refund – refund declines at rate of 2% per month for 48 months. Option 2: 50% refundable. Option 3: 90% refundable. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 (co-applicant must be at least 58) Contact Information 919-460-8095; 800-225-9573; glenaire.org SEARSTONE 17001 Searstone Dr., Cary Entrance Fee Range $350,000 – $840,500 Monthly Fee Range $3,000 – $6,700; Second Person Fee – $1,350 Contract Options Type A LifeCare contract. Residents pay a one-time LifeCare fee to cover costs of assisted living, skilled nurses and/or memory support. The LifeCare program has significant tax advantages and works well with long-term care policies. Refund Options Entrance fee is 100% refundable. Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Yes Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 Contact Information 919-234-0339; info@searstone.com; searstone.com SPRINGMOOR 1500 Sawmill Rd., Raleigh Entrance Fee Range Call for pricing. Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing. Contract Options Modified: Housing, residential services and specified number of health-related services in exchange for entrance fee and monthly fee, which includes 30 days of free health care (with a maximum balance of 90 days), then available at a discounted rate. Refund Options Option 1: Life Occupancy – Residence & Care refund declines at 4% a month for 25 months, then no refund. Option 2: 50% Life Equity – refund declines at 2% a month for 25 months. The remaining 50% is returned to the resident or estate after residency is terminated and within 30 days of re-occupancy of the residential unit. Option 3: 100% Life Equity – 100% of the Residence & Care fee is returned to the resident or estate after residency is terminated. The refund is available, once residency is terminated, six years after initial move-in date, or 30 days after reoccupancy of the residential unit, if six years has already passed. Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Not required. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 Contact Information 919-848-7000; springmoor.org

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TWIN LAKES 3701 Wade Coble Dr., Burlington Twin Lakes is an intentional community. Its people move here from areas throughout the country, but all have one thing in common: They want to have a well-rounded life surrounded by people who are engaged and living purposefully. More than 500 people in independent living enjoy the beautiful 210-acre community and all the amenities that create a lifestyle where people of all types thrive. In addition to the spacious campus, this is a unique CCRC in many ways: there’s no mandatory meal plan; Twin Lakes offers comparably lower fees; and the neighborhoods are filled with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. Entrance Fee Range $55,000 – $376,000 Monthly Fee Range $1,483 – $2,818 Contract Options Fee-for-service contract only. Refund Options Thirty-month declining refund and 50% refund available (50% available on Garden Home only). Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 (co-applicant must be at least 62) Contact Information 336-538-1572; twinlakescomm.org

THE VILLAGE AT BROOKWOOD 1860 Brookwood Ave., Burlington The Village at Brookwood is a Life Plan Community that offers residents a very special situation. Because it is part of Cone Health, its residents can count on world-class health care. Through management by The Well-Spring Group in Greensboro, the community benefits from the expertise of an acclaimed leader in living options for older adults. Residents live in a community that feels like one big family. The Village at Brookwood’s intimate size allows the building of strong friendships. Residents can participate in a full array of physical activities that promote healthy living, feed their competitive spirit with fun games and mental challenges, de-stress with their favorite hobby or just relax. The community prides itself on its dining, two newly renovated options: the café and Lakeside Dining, plus a brand new bistro. What could be better than an engaging conversation with friends over a delicious meal prepared by the executive chef while the dining staff tends to your every need? This is a lifestyle that you can get used to! Entrance Fee Range $89,700 – $518,240 Monthly Fee Range $2,115 – $4,142 Contract Options Option 1: Extensive – LifeCare Residential Living: Garden Homes & Apartments, bundled services, campus amenities, maintenance and guaranteed future health care all covered by the entrance fee and monthly fee. When moving from one level of care to another, the monthly fee reflects a 58% reduction of the

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daily skilled nursing rate. Option 2: Fee for Service – Garden Homes & Apartments, limited bundled services, campus amenities, maintenance and guaranteed access to future health care are provided in exchange for entrance fee and monthly fee. Healthrelated services are provided at the per-diem rate. Refund Options Declining Refund: Option 1: Extensive – Standard Refund is declining over 47 months. 50% and 90% Refund plans also available. Option 2: Fee for Service – Standard Refund declines over 47 months. 50% Refund plan also available. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required, but can help with costs related to Assisted Living, Memory Care or Skilled Care for Fee-forService or LifeCare plans. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 (co-applicant must be at least 55) Contact Information 336-570-8440; 800-282-2053; villageatbrookwood.org

WINDSOR POINT 1221 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina Entrance Fee Range $58,000 – $233,000 Monthly Fee Range $2,231 – $3,184 for independent living; $3,571 – $5,890 with health-related services Contract Options Modified: Housing, residential services and specified amount of health-related services in exchange for entrance fee and monthly fee. Health-related services are provided at subsidized rate or are free for specified number of days. Refund Options Declining Refund: Option 1: Life occupancy entrance fee; pay up front and 2% taken out each month over 50-month period, after 50 months there is no refund; before then, pro-rated refund available. Option 2: 50% Refund; refund declines at a rate of 2% per month for 25 months until 50% of residence fee is accrued; refund received only after resident passes away or moves. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required, but helpful Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 (co-applicant no younger than 55) Contact Information 919-552-4580; 800-552-0213; windsorpoint.com

INDEPENDENT SENIOR LIVING ATRIA 5705 Fayetteville Rd., Durham Entrance Fee $5,000 Monthly Fee Range Independent living: $4,300 – $4,475/one bedroom; $4,600 – $5,000/two bedroom; cottages: $5,400 – $5,700 Contract Options Independent Living: No lease term, no buy-in, monthto-month rental with 60-day move-out notice. Assisted Living: No lease term, no buy-in, month-to-month rental with 14-day move-out notice. Refund Options Sixty-day notice to terminate independent living lease. Medicare Certified No, except for therapy services. Long-term Care Insurance Accepted if the resident meets the criteria of the policy. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 62 Contact Information 919-401-0100; atriasouthpointwalk.com BARTLETT RESERVE 300 Meredith Dr., Durham Entrance Fee $3,000 Monthly Fee Range $3,150 – $3,650

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Contract Options Sign a year lease, but can give 60-day notice to leave. Refund Options Non-refundable. Medicare Certified Therapy services are covered by Medicare. Long-term Care Insurance Accepted for personal care and veteran’s benefits. Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information 919-361-1234; Laura Martin, Certified Senior Advisor, lmartin@bartlettreserve.com; bartlettreserve.com

CAMBRIDGE VILLAGE OF APEX 10000 Cambridge Village Loop, Apex Cambridge Village of Apex provides an optimal lifestyle through its total wellness program including an on-site physician, full service spa and more than 20 exercise classes as well as a diverse enrichment program. Dining options and activities are always most important when choosing a retirement community, and this is where Cambridge Village excels. Residents who would enjoy living here most are independent active adults older than 65 who are wanting to enjoy the retired life and also learn something new. Entrance Fee Range Community fee equivalent to one month’s rent Monthly Fee Range $3,450 – $5,295 Contract Options One-year lease option Refund Options Community fee is 50 percent refundable or 100 percent if there is a medical reason they cannot move in Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Accepted Min. Age to Obtain Residence 65 Contact Information Victoria Sosa, Marketing Director, 919-629-8142, victoria@cvsliving.com; cambridgevillageofapex.com

DURHAM REGENT 3007 Pickett Rd., Durham Entrance Fee Range $2,750 – $4,250 Monthly Fee Range $2,299–$3,999 on single occupancy, second-person fee. Contract Options Month-to-month leases. All independent living. Medicare Certified No, because no medical services included. Long-term Care Insurance N/A Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information 919-490-6224; durhamregent.com EMERALD POND 205 Emerald Pond Ln., Durham Entrance Fee Range Community fee of $2,850 - $4,700 Monthly Fee Range $2,244 - $4,599 Contract Options Month-to-month leases. No buy-in fees. Refund Options A partial refund of community fee if resident stays less than three months. Medicare Certified No, because no medical services included. Long-term Care Insurance N/A Min. Age to Obtain Residence 55 Contact Information 919-493-4713; emeraldpond.net TWIN RIVERS INDEPENDENT SENIOR LIVING 25 Rectory St., Pittsboro Entrance Fee $2,500 per person Monthly Fee Range $2,500 – $5,000 Contract Options None. Requires one month’s notice prior to moving out.

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Refund Options Pro-rated on the first month if resident moves in at the beginning of the month; pro-rated in the last month if resident leaves before the end of the month. Medicare Certified No Long-term Care Insurance Not accepted Min. Age to Obtain Residence 65 Contact Information 919-545-0149 or 919-548-7538; twinriverssenior.com; info@ twinriverssenior.com

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SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE OF CHAPEL HILL 1602 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill Entrance Fee None. No application or deposit fee. Monthly Fee Range Call for pricing. Contract Options All inclusive monthly rate for short-term, long-term, assisted living or respite stays. Refund Options Refunds available for any days not used. Medicare Certified Yes Long-term Care Insurance Not required, but accepted. Contact Information 919-967-1418; shcofchapelhill.com; admission.chapelhill@ signaturehealthcarellc.com

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THE 2018 DIRECTORY OF 55+ COMMUNITIES CAROLINA ARBORS BY DEL WEBB 3055 Del Webb Arbors Dr., Durham Price Range of Houses Low $300s – $600s Number of Units 1,256 units Resale Status New and Resale Avg. Size of Houses 1,100 – 2,600 sq. ft. Amenities Included 37,000-sq.-ft. clubhouse, lifestyle director, fitness center, tennis courts, bocce ball courts, indoor pool, outdoor pool Sales Contact 877-266-0297, carolinaarbors@ delwebb.com; delwebb.com/carolinaarbors

THE COURTYARDS AT O’KELLY CHAPEL 1601 Vineyard Mist Dr., Cary Price Range of Houses High $300s – high $400s Number of Units 148 units Resale Status New only Avg. Size of Houses 1,500 – 3,000 sq. ft. Amenities Included Clubhouse, saltwater pool, fitness center, access to American Tobacco Trail Sales Contact Kaylee Daum, 919-289-5759; epconcommunities.com

CAROLINA PRESERVE 115 Allforth Place, Cary Price Range of Houses High $200s – low $500s Number of Units 1,360 units Resale Status Resale Only Avg. Size of Houses 1,200 – 3,500 sq. ft. Amenities Included Tennis courts, Bocce ball courts, indoor pool, outdoor pool, fitness center, clubhouse, access to Town of Cary Greenway Contact 919-467-7837; cpamberly.net

CREEKSIDE AT BETHPAGE 3500 Page Rd., Durham Price Range of Houses Mid $200s – mid $400s Number of Units 330 units Resale Status New Only Avg. Size of Houses 1,300 – 2,500 sq. ft. Amenities Included Recreation/fitness center, yoga studio, art & pottery room, community garden, resort-style pool, tennis courts, Bocce ball courts, dog park Sales Contact Sue Frizell, 919-626-3500; creeksideatbethpage.com

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CORBINTON LIVING 680 Market House Way, Hillsborough Price Range of Houses Low $300s – mid $400s Number of Units 70 units Resale Status New Only Avg. Size of Houses 1,600 – 2,100 sq. ft. Amenities Included Clubhouse, walking trail, dog park, community gardens, yard maintenance, exterior home maintenance Sales Contact Marilyn Courville, 919-389-2982; corbintonliving.com; 800-651-4951 THE COURTYARDS AT ANDREWS CHAPEL 208 Andrews Chapel Rd., Durham Price Range of Houses Mid $300s – low $500s Number of Units 120 units Resale Status New Only Avg. Size of Houses 1,520 – 4,000 sq. ft. Amenities Included Large clubhouse, saltwater pool, fitness center, walking trail Sales Contact Kaylee Daum, 919-289-5784; epconcommunities.com THE COURTYARDS AT HOMESTEAD ROAD 104 Windemere Crossing, Chapel Hill Price Range of Houses High $300s – mid $400s Number of Units 64 units Resale Status New only Avg. Size of Houses 1,520 – 2,800 sq. ft. Amenities Included Clubhouse, saltwater pool, fitness center, fire pits, community garden Sales Contact Kaylee Daum, 919-289-5766; epconcommunities.com

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ENCORE AT BRIAR CHAPEL 117 Boone St., Chapel Hill Price Range of Houses Low $300s – high $400s Number of Units 185 units Resale Status New Only Avg. Size of Houses 1,600 – 3,200 sq. ft. Amenities Included Briar Chapel amenities, clubhouse, fitness center, indoor pool, fire pits, yoga room, meeting area Sales Contact 919-636-6806, davidweekleyhomes.com

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FENDOL FARMS MANORS 1003 White Bark Ln., Durham Fendol Farms is Lennar Raleigh’s first Active Adult community offering ranch, two-story and townhome plans in 6 collections. Featuring resort-style amenities including a future pool and clubhouse, tennis, bocce and pickleball courts, dog parks and community gardens. Fendol Farms is life reimagined. Price Range of Houses Low $300s – low $600s Number of Units 500 units Resale Status New Only Avg. Size of Houses 2,000 – 2,700 sq. ft. Amenities Included Clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, Bocce ball court, tennis courts, community garden, dog park, walking trails Contact 919-530-9182; cdn.lennar.net/new-homes/north-carolina/ raleigh/durham/fendol-farms/manors-collection

THE VILLAS AT CULP ARBOR 108 Culp Hill Dr., Chapel Hill Price Range of Houses Mid $300s – mid $400s Number of Units 126 Resale Status New Avg. Size of Houses 1,500 – 2,800 sq. ft. Amenities Included Clubhouse, saltwater pool, fitness center Sales Contact Kaylee Daum, 919-289-2768; epconcommunities.com VILLAS OF WAKE FOREST 989 Blue Bird Ln., Wake Forest Price Range of Houses High $200s – low $300s Number of Units 144 units Resale Status New and Resale Avg. Size of Houses 1,500 – 1,800 sq. ft. Amenities Included Clubhouse, exercise room, heated outdoor pool, Bocce ball court, putting green Contact 540-699-3009; cornerstonehomes.net/the-villas-of-wake-forest

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COHOUSING ELDERBERRY 60 Elderberry Ln., Rougemont Price Range of Houses High $100s – mid $200s Number of Units 12 units Resale Status Resale Only Avg. Size of Houses 700 – 800 sq. feet Amenities Included Self-developed, community-oriented cohousing, hiking trails, community garden Sales Contact Mary Bennett, 336-364-4173, mbkbennett@gmail.com; elderberrycohousing.com VILLAGE HEARTH 1000 Infinity Rd., Durham Price Range of Houses Mid $200s – high $300s Number of Units: 28 units Resale Status: New only Avg. Size of Houses 600 – 1,200 sq. ft. Amenities Included Self-developed, community-oriented cohousing, hiking trails, community garden Contact 561-714-8009; villagehearthcohousing.com CHM

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NEWS BITES CHAPEL HILL East Franklin Street [B]SKI’S Specialty wraps. 147 E. Franklin St.; 919969-9727; bskis.com Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 159-1/2 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-5048; bandidoscafe.com Benny Cappella’s Pizza, by the slice or whole pie. 122 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-5286; bennysva.com/BennyCappellas BUNS Serves gourmet burgers, fries and shakes made from fresh ingredients. 107 N. Columbia St.; 919-240-4746; bunsofchapelhill.com Carolina Coffee Shop The mainstay serves 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

FOUR CORNERS American fare, nachos, wings, pasta. 175 E. Franklin St.; 919-537-8230; fourcornersgrille.com Hibachi & Company Japanese fast-casual spot serving healthy hibachi- and teriyaki-style dishes. 153 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-8428; hibachicompany.com IMBIBE Bottle shop and restaurant featuring pizza, salads and appetizers. 108 Henderson St.; 919-636-6469; imbibenc.com Kurama Sushi & Noodle Express Dumplings, salads, noodle dishes. 105 N. Columbia St.; 919-968-4747; kuramasushinoodle.com

MARKET MIX-UP Hillsborough’s famous Bacon and Meat Market is now Steve’s Garden Market. The new owners will retain the largest BLT in town, but they’ll also sell local produce and seafood. THE CAVE LIVES After an unsuccessful six-month search for new owners, many thought The Cave was gone for good. But local musician Melissa Swingle purchased the bar and, as of press time, had plans to reopen it in late June. FRANKLIN FAILS May saw the closure of two downtown spots: Noodles & Company on May 23 and R&R Grill on Mother’s Day. A PUB ABOVE Love Al’s Burger Shack? There’ll soon be a new place to get those famous burgers and brews – Al’s Pub Shack in Governors Village. YOU FANCY, HUH? The Village Diner has reopened its doors after an extensive renovation. The West King Street restaurant celebrated the updated interior and modernized menu with a ribbon cutting on May 10. TEA TIME Yaya Tea, a Japanese cafe from New York City, opened just before Memorial Day weekend. The East Franklin Street cafe offers a wide variety of tea along with traditional Japanese food. MidiCi Authentic Neapolitan pizza made with all-natural ingredients, plus appetizers, salads, desserts, craft beer and wine. 100 E. Franklin St., Ste. 100; 919-240-7454; mymidici.com Ms. Mong Mongolian BBQ, banh mi, fusion burritos. 163 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-5277 R&R Grill Spicy wings, kabobs, flatbread pizza. 137 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-4411; rnrgrill.com

Linda’s Bar & Grill Local beer, sweet potato tots, cheese fries, burgers. 203 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-6663; lindas-bar.com

Roots Bakery, Bistro & Bar Farm-to-table American and Central American fusion. 161 E. Franklin St.; 919-240-7160; rootschapelhill.com

Lotsa Stone Fired Pizza Build-your-own stone-fired pizza. 100 W. Franklin St.; 919-391-4100; lotsa.com

Sawasdee Thai Restaurant Thai cuisine such as red curry and pad thai. 110 N. Columbia St.; 919960-0440; sawasdeechapelhill.com

LULA’S “Simple food made the hard way,” like fried chicken, homemade biscuits, farm-to-table veggies and more. Go upstairs for meals “Simple food made the hard way” served family-style. 1101 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-2678; lulaschapelhill.com Introducing “Upstairs at Lula’s,” featuring Family Style Dinners 1101 E. Franklin St. ~ Chapel Hill ~ 919.967.2678 Lunch & Dinner 11-9 ~ lulaschapelhill.com

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Shanghai Dumpling Dumplings, pork buns, hotpots. 143 E. Franklin St.; 919-914-6737; shanghaidumplingnc.com Sugarland Cupcakes, gelato, pastries. 140 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-2100; sugarlandchapelhill.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

Sutton’s Drug Store Burgers, sandwiches, breakfast and milkshakes at the classic spot that just celebrated 95 years. 159 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-5161; suttonsdrugstore.com Tama Café Tea beverages plus smoothies, coffee, desserts, salad bowls and sandwiches. 105 E. Franklin St.; 919-391-3706; tamatea.com Time-Out Southern comfort food 24 hours a day. 201 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-2425; timeout247.com Top of the Hill Chapel Hill’s only distillery also offers beers and American food, like burgers and flatbreads. 100 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-8676; thetopofthehill.com TRU Deli & Wine Sandwiches and wine. 114 Henderson St.; 919-240-7755; trudeli.com YaYa Tea Japanese cafe with a variety of bubble teas, onigiri (rice balls) and imported Japanese snacks. 157 E. Franklin St.; 919-914-6302; yayatea.com/nc Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe Waffles, pancakes, eggs. 173 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-9192; yeoldewaffleshoppe.com West Franklin Street 411 WEST TheREAL menu – LOCAL including freshREAL pasta, FRESH seafood GOOD and pizzas – isREAL inspired by the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean, with a healthy California twist; outdoor dining; all ABC permits. 411 W. BURGER Franklin St.; 919-967-2782; BEST411west.com FRIES WINNER

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AL’S BURGER SHACK Gourmet burgers and fries with local ingredients. 516 W. Franklin St.; 919-904-7659; alsburgershack.com COMING SOON! 708 MARKET STREET, SOUTHERN VILLAGE, CHAPEL HILL

B. Good Seasonal, sustainably sourced burgers, salads and bowls that rotate with local harvests. Carolina Square, 133 W. Franklin St.; bgood.com

BEER STUDY Bottle shop with in-store drafts and growlers to go. 106 N. Graham St.; 919-240-5423; beerstudy.com Blue Dogwood Public Market Food hall with a variety of locally owned restaurants and small food businesses, plus rotating pop-up shops. Permanent vendors include The Bar at Blue Dogwood, Chocolatay Confections, Left Bank Butchery, Pizzelle Bakery, Rumi Persian Cafe, Soul Cocina and Vegan Flava Cafe. 306 W. Franklin St.; 919-717-0404; bluedogwood.com Bread & Butter Bread, cinnamon rolls, scones, desserts. 503 W. Rosemary St.; 919-960-5998; chapelhillbakery.com

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BREADMEN’S A variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads and grilled meat, with daily soup and specials. All-day breakfast; vegetarian options. Catering available. 324 W. Rosemary St.; 919-967-7110; breadmens.com Carolina Brewery The fifth-oldest brewery in the state features Carolina cuisine. 460 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-1800; carolinabrewery.com Cholanad Restaurant & Bar Contemporary and traditional South Indian cuisine. Catering available. 308 W. Franklin St.; 800-246-5262; cholanad.com CROOK’S CORNER Southern classics like shrimp and grits, Hoppin’ John and jalapeño-cheddar hushpuppies. 610 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-7643; crookscorner.com

CROSSROADS CHAPEL HILL AT THE CAROLINA INN New American cuisine and seasonal specialties; all ABC permits. 211 Pittsboro St.; 919-918-2777; crossroadscuisine.com Cuban Revolution Express Wraps, pressed sandwiches and handmade empanadas. 401 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-5276; cubanrevolutionexpress.com Elaine’s on Franklin Fine regional American cuisine, made with the freshest local ingredients; all ABC permits. 454 W. Franklin St.; 919-960-2770; elainesonfranklin.com Frutta Bowls Serves bowls with bases of acai, pitaya, oatmeal and kale, in addition to smoothies. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 120; 984-999-4427 Guru India Restaurant Tandoori, thali, curry. 508-A W. Franklin St.; 919-942-8201; guruindianc.com Heavenly Buffaloes Chicken wings (bone-in and boneless) as well as vegan wings in more than 25 rubs and sauces. 404 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6717 heavenlybuffaloes.com ITALIAN PIZZERIA III Pizza, calzones, subs. The “place to be” in Chapel Hill for 35+ years. 508 W. Franklin St.; 919-968-4671; italianpizzeria3.com

NEWS BITES GOOD FOR YOU FOOD Frutta Bowls recently held a grand opening for their location on West Franklin Street. The health food restaurant has a menu of bowls with bases of acai, pitaya, oatmeal and kale, in addition to smoothies. HOT DOG! Franklin Street staple Sutton’s Drug Store celebrated 95 years in business this spring with a day of 95-cent franks. This bash invited patrons to relish in the history of one of downtown’s most beloved institutions. NUEVO RANCHEROS Mexican food lovers rejoice! Hillsborough is now home to Colorado Burrito, where you can choose from a menu of burritos, chimichangas, tostadas and more. Bonus: All items on the menu can be made vegetarian. FOOD FOR ALL Recently opened Blue Dogwood Public Market is the undecisive diner’s dream: grab something from each of seven permanent food vendors or try one of the rotating pop-up restaurants. FAMILY-STYLE FEASTIN’ The downtown spot formerly occupied by Spanky’s is now a down-home eatery called Lula’s. Run by the same folks behind its predecessor, the new restaurant includes Southern favorites like fried chicken, homemade biscuits and more.

Kipos Greek cuisine in a relaxed, upscale setting; outdoor dining. 431 W. Franklin St.; 919-425-0760; kiposchapelhill.com Lantern Pan-Asian cuisine. 423 W. Franklin St.; 919-969-8846; lanternrestaurant.com

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MEDITERRANEAN DELI Offers healthy vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options as well as delicious meats from the grill. 410 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-2666; mediterraneandeli.com Mellow Mushroom Classic Southern pizza. 310 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-1941; mellowmushroom.com/store/chapel-hill Merritt’s Store & Grill Sandwiches, breakfast biscuits, burgers. 1009 S. Columbia St.; 919-942-4897; merrittsblt.com Might As Well Bar & Grill Bar favorites like cheese fries plus pizza, burgers, wings, salads and more. 206 W. Franklin St.; 984-234-3333; chapelhill.mightaswellbarandgrill.com Mint North Indian subz korma and chicken jalfrezi. 504 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-6188; mintunc.com Moe’s Southwest Grill Made-to-order burritos, nachos, quesadillas and more. 110 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6217; moes.com Noodles & Company Asian, Mediterranean, American noodles. 214 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-7320; noodles.com The Northside District Specialty cocktails and international small plates. 403 W. Rosemary St.; 919-391-7044; thenorthsidedistrict.com Perennial Coffee and pastries; 403 W. Franklin St.; 919-869-7517; perennial.cafe THE PIZZA PRESS Build your own pizza with dozens of ingredient choices or choose a predesigned signature pizza. Also enjoy salads and a large selection of craft beer. Carolina Square; thepizzapress.com

La Residence French-inspired cuisine made from fresh ingredients. 202 W. Rosemary St.; 919-967-2506; laresidencedining.com

The Purple Bowl Acai bowls, toast, smoothies, coffee. 306-B W. Franklin St.; 919-903-8511; purplebowlch.com

Lime & Basil Vietnamese fare. 200 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-5055; limeandbasil.com

Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant Sushi, Thai curries, bibimbap and other Asian entrees. 140 W. Franklin St.; 919-903-9335; spicy9chapelhill.com

LOTSA Stone Fired Pizza Choose from a menu of signature pizzas or build your own with a variety of sauces, cheeses and toppings. 100 W. Franklin St.; 919-391-4100; lotsa.com MAMA DIP’S Traditional Southern specialties, including a country breakfast and brunch and dinner classics like fried chicken and Brunswick stew. 408 W. Rosemary St.; 919-942-5837; mamadips.com

Talulla’s Authentic Turkish cuisine; all ABC permits. 456 W. Franklin St.; 919-933-1177; talullas.com Trolly Stop Specialty hot dogs and burgers. 104 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-4206; trollystophotdogs.com Vimala’s Curryblossom Cafe Traditional Indian tandoori and thali. 431 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-3833; curryblossom.com West End Wine Bar Pastries, light tapas, 100 wines. 450 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-7599; westendwinebar.com July/August 2018 chapelhillmagazine.com

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M O R E T O N N E A L I S A N A U T H O R A N D I N T E R I O R D E S I G N E R W H O L I V E S I N C H A P E L H I L L . S H E I S A L I F E L O N G F O O D I E , H A V I N G C O - F O U N D E D L A R É S I D E N C E I N 1 9 7 6 .

Summer Sauce As the temperature rises outside, my interest in cooking goes dormant. The only thing I want to feed this time of year is my addiction to late afternoon swimming. Luckily, my summer kitchen aversion coincides with my husband’s passion to fire up his beloved Big Green Egg. I egg him on as I grab my towel and head for the pool. Although steak, chicken, lamb and seafood are all pretty spectacular simply grilled over Drake’s fancy wood chips du jour, I do miss the pan drippings and braising liquids you don’t get with grilled foods. There’s a solution to the gravy vacuum: green sauce, a condiment found in warm weather regions all over the world. This herb-based sauce provides flavor and juiciness with minimal cooking effort. In fact, it requires no cooking at all! If you can make

a smoothie, you can make green sauce. Chimichurri, pesto, salsa verde, sauce verte, green chutney or chermoula – all these are variations of the same theme, a blend of uncooked herbs, acid, oil, garlic and seasonings. To this universal formula, Italian pesto adds cheese and nuts; Mexican salsa verde adds tomatillos and chilies; Thailand’s sauce incorporates ginger and fish sauce. The green part can be most any herb or even a pungent leafy vegetable such as watercress or arugula. This time of year, whatever green you want to use – basil, parsley, mint or cilantro – is probably growing in a pot in your backyard. You don’t have to be a meat eater or own a grill to utilize summer green sauces. Gussy up roast chicken or cold salmon with it. Drizzle it on potatoes, rice, pasta or

quinoa. Low-carbers will love it on mashed cauliflower or zoodles. A plain hamburger patty is transformed into a special treat with just a dollop of green sauce. Though most recipes recommend mixing the ingredients with a food processor, I’m happy with the rough puree I get from a blender. I put all the ingredients in together, punch the puree button and let it run for just a few seconds. The biggest effort required is poking the greens down into the bottom if the sauce doesn’t appear to be blending evenly. Stop blending before it gets too smooth – a little chunkiness is desirable.

Basic Green Sauce 4 cups loosely packed herb leaves

Moroccan Chermoula Sauce For the herbs, use equal parts cilantro, mint and parsley.

½ cup olive oil

For the acid, use lemon juice.

1 /3 cup acid (lemon juice, wine vinegar or both)

Add ½ tsp. grated lemon zest, ¾ tsp. each ground coriander and cumin (to heighten flavor, roast the seeds and grind them yourself if you have time), and 1 tsp. smoked paprika.

2 large garlic cloves, chopped roughly 2 Tbsp. chopped shallots or scallions (optional)

Asian Green Sauce For the herbs, use roughly 2 cups cilantro, 1 cup mint and 1 cup basil.

1 chopped small jalapeño (or ¼ - ½ tsp. red pepper flakes) Salt and pepper to taste

For the acid, use rice wine vinegar.

Put all ingredients in a blender and blend to a rough puree. Adjust seasonings and serve cold or room temperature. The sauce will keep in a sealed container for several days in the refrigerator.

Add 1 tsp. chopped fresh ginger, 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, ¼ tsp. toasted sesame oil, and use scallions instead of shallots. Arugula Pesto For the herbs, use baby arugula. Omit the acid, scallions and chili or red pepper. You may need to increase the oil to compensate for liquid lost by omitting the acid.

Variations Chimichurri Sauce For the herbs, use equal parts parsley and cilantro and a small amount of fresh oregano if you like.

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Windows Restaurant at the Franklin Hotel New American breakfast cuisine. 311 W. Franklin St.; 919-442-9000 YOGURT PUMP Since 1982, YoPo has served up frozen yogurt treats and shakes with unique flavors. 106 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-7867; yogurtpump.com Village Plaza/East Franklin Street/ Eastgate Crossing

BABALU TAPAS AND TACOS Gourmet Mexican. 1800 E. Franklin St., Ste. 16; 984-528-8030; chapelhill.eatbabalu.com CAFFE DRIADE Carrboro Coffee, bowl-size lattes, local baked goods, beer and wine. 1215 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-2333; caffedriade.com

Market Street Coffeehouse Coffee, pastries and more. 227 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-968-8993; marketstcoffee.com Min Ga Authentic Korean cuisine like bibimbap, bulgogi and variety of homemade kimchi. 1404 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-1773; min-ga.com Monterrey Traditional Mexican cuisine. 237 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-969-8750; monterreychapelhill.com Olio & Aceto Cafe Brunch and lunch options inspired by Blue Sky Oil and Vinegar products. 400 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-903-8958; olioandacetocafe.com Red Pepper Chinese restaurant offering traditional Szechuan dishes. 1704 E. Franklin St.; 919-968-3488; redpepperchapelhill.com SQUID’S Fresh seafood options include woodgrilled fillets, Maine lobster, fried seafood and oysters. 1201 Fordham Blvd. (15-501); 919-942-8757; squidsrestaurant.com Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen Drive-thru biscuits, sandwiches. 1305 E. Franklin St.; 919-933-1324; sunrisebiscuits.com

Carolina 1663 Contemporary Southern fare at the Sheraton. 1 Europa Dr.; 919-969-2157; carolina1663.com

Tandoor Indian Restaurant Traditional Indian cuisine, vegan options. 1301 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-6622; tandoorindian.com

Cerritos Cantina Specialty dips, ceviche, street tacos, nachos, burritos and salads. 1502 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-6566; cerritoscantina.com

Twisted Noodles Thai noodle soups, pan-fried noodles. Eastgate Crossing; 919-933-9933;

Chopt Offers unique salads, grain, noodle 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 Bakery serving Europeanstyle breads, pastries and savory baked goods in addition to coffee. Eastgate Crossing; 919-9146511; guglhupf.com/chapel-hill-bake-shop Il Palio Ristorante at The Siena Hotel N.C.’s only AAA Four Diamond Italian restaurant. 1505 E. Franklin St.; 919-918-2545; ilpalio.com La Hacienda Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 1813 Fordham Blvd.; 919-967-0207; lahacienda2.eat24hour.com The Loop Pizza Grill Pizzas, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers. Eastgate Crossing; 919-969-7112; looppizzagrill.com Luncheonette Salads, soups and pasta dishes house-made with local ingredients. 100 Europa Dr.; 984-234-0644; roseluncheonette.com

Zoës Kitchen Mediterranean soups, salads, sandwiches and kebabs Eastgate Crossing; 919-883-9310; zoeskitchen.com University Place Alfredo’s Pizza Villa Pizzas, calzones, salads, subs, pasta, desserts. 919-968-3424; alfredospizzanc.com Bartaco Tacos of various styles like sesame ribeye and fried oyster, plus fresh-juice cocktails, poke and mole options. 910-807-8226; bartaco.com City Kitchen Wholesome American fare with a sophisticated twist. 919-928-8200; citykitchenchapelhill.com MAPLE VIEW MOBILE Ice cream outpost of the Hillsborough dairy farm. 919-244-1949; mapleviewmobile.com Red Bowl Sushi, bento boxes. 919-918-7888; redbowlchapelhill.com TRILOGY American cafe featuring innovative twists on classic dishes. Silverspot Cinema; 919-357-9888; trilogyrestaurant.com

STONEY RIVER STEAKHOUSE AND GRILL Southern favorites like deviled eggs meet steak house mainstays like the legendary 12 oz. filet. University Place; 919-914-6688; stoneyriver.com Village Burgers Gourmet burgers with sides like sweet potato fries and tater tots. 919-240-4008; villageburgerchapelhill.com

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Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Contemporary cuisine with a Southern (Airport Road) flare highlighting local ingredients Hunam Chinese Restaurant Cantonese 2012 Champions of the “Got to be NC” Competition cuisine. 790 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-6133; Dining Series hunamchapelhill.com 201 S. Estes Drive, University Mall, Chapel Hill 919-929-9466 | southernseason.com/weathervane

KITCHEN Bistro-style dining with a seasonal menu that always includes mussels. 764 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-537-8167; kitchenchapelhill.com Lucha Tigre Latin-Asian cuisine and sake tequila bar. 746 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-904-7326; luchatigre.com THE ROOT CELLAR Sandwiches, prepared salads, desserts and more. Beer and wine only; outdoor dining. 750 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-3663; rootcellarchapelhill.com Timberlyne/Chapel Hill North Area Allen & Son Barbecue N.C. barbecue. 6203 Millhouse Rd. (N.C. 86 N.); 919-942-7576 Farm House Restaurant Steaks, salads, potatoes. 6004 Millhouse Rd. (N.C. 86 N.); 919-929-5727; farmhousesteakhouse.com Joe Van Gogh Coffee and pastries. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-967-2002; joevangogh.com Magone Italian Grill and Pizza. 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. F; 919-904-7393 Margaret’s Cantina Creative Mexican appetizers and entrees. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-942-4745; margaretscantina.com

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New Hope Market Store and grill that uses local products and features breakfast and daily specials like burgers, soups and more. 6117 N.C. Hwy. 86 S.; 919-240-7851 Oishii Specialty rolls, teriyaki, stir-fry, sushi. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-932-7002; oishiiroll.com Pop’s Pizzeria Pizzas, calzones, stromboli, pasta. 1822 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-932-1040; pops-pizzeria.com Queen of Pho Vietnamese offerings like banh mi, stir fried egg noodles and, of course, pho beef noodle soup. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-903-8280; queenofphochapelhill.com Rasa Indi-Chinese Indian and Chinese cuisine. 1826 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-929-2199; rasachapelhill.com The Bagel Bar More than 20 homemade bagel varieties. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 109; 919-929-7700; bagelbarbagels.com The Pig Barbecue, fried tofu, collards. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 101; 919-942-1133; thepigrestaurant.com Sage Vegetarian Cafe Vegetarian fare. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-968-9266 Special Treats A chocolate boutique shop offering gourmet chocolates, cookies and biscotti made by people with disabilities.

CROOK’S CORNER Crook’s continues to live up to its national reputation as a temple of Southern Cuisine. —Raleigh News & Observer

Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-883-2151; specialtreatsnc.com YOPOP Chapel Hill Frozen yogurt shop featuring 14 flavors made daily and 36 toppings including fresh fruit. Bubble tea and smoothies. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-537-8229 N.C. 54 East/Raleigh Road Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 6209-B 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; chapelhill.brenzpizzaco.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 Jujube Eclectic, modern cuisine inspired by the classic flavors of China and Vietnam. Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-960-0555; jujuberestaurant.com Nantucket Grill & Bar Clam chowder, lobster rolls and more. 5925 Farrington Rd.; 919-402-0077; nantucketgrill.com Raaga Authentic Indian delicacies like curry and masala. 3140 Environ Way, East 54; 919-240-7490; raagachapelhill.com Thai Palace Soup, curries, pad thai. Glenwood Square Shopping Center; 919-967-5805; thaipalacenc.com

1114COFFEE ENVIRON WAY, CHAPEL HILL, Locally NC COCO BEAN SHOP 919-883-9003 owned coffee shop offering Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee and a variety of When we created Coco Bean, baked goods. 1114 Environ Way, East 54; we set out to create a warm 919-883-9003; cocobeancoffeeshop.com and welcoming community

space that offered amazing coffee and plenty of vegan & gluten-free goodness. We've loved growing our cafe and enjoying time with our customers, so this Best of Chapel Hill distinction means a great deal to us.

The Egg & I French toast, pancakes and specialty omelets. 1101 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8488; theeggandirestaurants.com Tobacco Road Sports Cafe Burgers, salads and sandwiches. 1118 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8404; tobaccoroadsportscafe.com/chapel-hill

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Meadowmont Village TOWN HALL GRILL Sandwiches, steak, seafood. 410 Market St.; 919-960-8696; thetownhallgrill.com

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza Specialty pizzas and salads. 501 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-929-1942; brixxpizza.com Cafe Carolina & Bakery Salads, sandwiches, breakfast. 601 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-945-8811; cafecarolina.com CHRONIC TACOS Mexican grill utilizing authentic recipes. 504 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-999-4803; eatchronictacos.com Fusion Fish Eclectic menu including tapas, family-style dinners and sushi. 100 Meadowmont Village Circle; fusionfishcuisine.com Southern Village Al’s Burger Shack Gourmet burgers and fries made with local ingredients. 708 Market St.; 919-914-6694; alsburgershack.com La Vita Dolce Pastries, sorbet, gelato. 610 Market St.; 919-968-1635; lavitadolcecafe.com Pazzo! Italian cuisine, takeout pizza. 700 Market St.; 919-929-9984; pazzo-restaurant.com Rasa Malaysia Authentic Malaysian dishes. 410 Market St.; 984-234-0256; rasamalaysiach.com

Weaver Street Market Hot bar and salad bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 716 Market St.; 919-929-2009; weaverstreetmarket.coop

CARRBORO Downtown ACME FOOD & BEVERAGE CO. Soups, salads, seafood and entrees with a Southern touch. 110 E. Main St.; 919-929-2263; acmecarrboro.com

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

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

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Carrburritos Burritos, tacos, nachos and margaritas. 711 W. Rosemary St.; 919-933-8226; carrburritos.com GLASSHALFULL Mediterraneaninspired 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 Market Street Coffee & Ice Cream Coffee, ice cream and pastries. 100 E. Weaver St.; 919-960-6776; marketstcoffee.com MEL’S COMMISSARY & LUNCHEONETTE Open for lunch, Mel’s serves up a changing menu of comfort food. 109 West Main St.; 919-240-7700. Milltown Pub fare with an extensive beer list. 307 E. Main St.; 919-968-2460; dininganddrinking.com Neal’s Deli Traditional deli fare. 100-C E. Main St.; 919-967-2185; nealsdeli.com

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Oakleaf The daily changing menu includes “immediate” cuisine like handmade pastas, seafood from the Carolinas and ingredients from the chef’s own garden. 301 E. Main St..; 984-234-0054; oakleafnc.com OPEN EYE CAFE Locally roasted Carrboro Coffee and espresso, tea, beer, wine and baked goods. 101 S. Greensboro St.; 919-968-9410; openeyecafe.com

East Main Square Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 300 E. Main St.; 919-929-3330; amantepizza.com Esperanza Empanada y Tequila Savory and sweet empanadas, 50 kinds of tequila. 370 E. Main St.; 919-617-1674 Gray Squirrel Coffee Co. Roastery and espresso bar. 360 E. Main St., #100; graysquirrelcoffee.com

Pizzeria Mercato Pizza, antipasto, soups and fritti. 408 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-2277; pizzeriamercatonc.com

HICKORY TAVERN Burgers, sandwiches and build-your-own salads. 370-110 E. Main St.; 919-942-7417; thehickorytavern.com

Provence Southern French cuisine. 203 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-5008; provenceofcarrboro.com Spotted Dog Vegetarian-friendly appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, desserts. 111 E. Main St.; 919-933-1117; thespotteddogrestaurant.com Tyler’s Restaurant and Taproom Specialty import beers on tap and traditional pub fare. 102 E. Main St.; 919-929-6881; tylerstaproom.com Wings Over 18 flavors of wings. 313 E. Main St.; 919-537-8271; wingsoverchapelhill.com

One Fish Two Fish Hawaiian poke restaurant offering the traditional raw fish over rice and salad bowls, as well as poke burritos, nachos and tacos. 370 E. Main St., Ste. 140; 919-240-5532; onefishtwofishpoke.com Rise Biscuits and Donuts Carrboro Biscuits, doughnuts and coffee. 310 E. Main St., Ste. 100; 919-929-5115; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Vecino Brewing Company Dozens of craft beer choices plus dishes made with fresh, local ingredients like housemate pretzels and pickles,

small plates, salads and sandwiches. 300 E. Main St., Ste. C; 919-537-9591; vecinobrewing.com Carr Mill Mall B-SIDE LOUNGE Small plates like flatbread, bacon-wrapped dates and fondue. Plus inspired cocktails. 919-904-7160; b-sidelounge.com Carrboro Pizza Oven Pizza, calzones. 919-904-7336; carrboropizzaoven.com CROSSTIES BBQ A variety of barbecue, sides and scratch-made desserts. 919-904-7160; crosstiesbbq.com Elmo’s Diner Homemade Southern and American classics. 919-929-2909; elmosdinercarrboro.com Oasis Organic coffee, tea, beer and wine. 919-904-7343; oasisincarrmill.com Tandem Farm-to-table, modern American cuisine with full service bar. 919-240-7937; tandemcarrboro.com

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VENABLE ROTISSERIE BISTRO Upscale comfort food with a heavy emphasis on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients; all ABC permits. 919-904-7160; venablebistro.com Weaver Street Market Hot bar and salad bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 919-929-0010; weaverstreetmarket.coop N.C. 54 West/Carrboro Plaza Aidan’s Pizza Pizza, wings and salads. 602-D Jones Ferry Rd.; 919-903-8622; aidanspizza.com Anna Maria’s Pizzeria Italian cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-929-1877; annamariasnc.wordpress.com Fiesta Grill Burritos, chimichangas, fajitas, tacos. 3307 N.C. 54 W.; 919-928-9002; fiestagrill.us Monterrey Traditional Mexican cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-903-9919; monterreychapelhill.com Wingman Wings and hot dogs. 104 N.C. 54 W.; 919-928-9200; bestwingman.net

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CAPP’S PIZZERIA Artisan pizzas that are hand-crafted and wood-fired, utilizing LIFE’S TOO SHORT FOR FAKE PIZZA local ingredients. 79 Falling Springs Dr.; THIS IS THE 919-240-4104; cappspizzeria.com

Flair Restaurant & Wine Bar High-quality French-influenced American food, coffee, wine, beer and Sunday brunch. 50100 Governors Dr.; 919-967-9990; flairforfoodrestaurant.com

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Tarantini Italian cuisine. 50160 Governors Dr. (Governors Village); 919-942-4240; tarantinirestaurant.com Veranda (Briar Chapel)

TOWN HALL BURGER & BEER Gourmet burgers plus shared COMING THIS FALL 2016 plates, tacos, wings and TO VERANDA AT BRIAR CHAPEL 79 FALLING SPRINGS DRIVE salads. 58 Chapelton Ct.; CHAPEL HILL, NC Ste. 140; 984-234-3504; townhallburgerandbeer.com WWW.CAPPSPIZZERIA.COM

501 Pharmacy Scoops of Maple View Farm ice cream, plus malts and shakes. 98 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 300; 984-999-0501; 501rx.com Alberello Café & Market Florentine sandwiches, housemade pastas, from-scratch desserts and more. 72 Chapelton Ct.; 984-234-3017; alberellonc.com BREAKAWAY CAFE A casual “cycling-inspired” cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and small plates, along with Counter Culture coffee, beer, wine and Maple View Farm ice cream. 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 100; 984-234-3010; breakawaync.co

PITTSBORO Allen & Son Barbecue N.C. barbecue. 5650 U.S 15-501; 919-542-2294; stubbsandsonbbq.com Angelina’s Kitchen Seasonal dishes of the Greek and southwestern variety including gyros, rice bowls and family dinners for pick up. 23 Rectory St.; 919-545-5505; angelinaskitchenonline.com Bella Donna Classic Italian dishes like lasagna and spaghetti carbonara. 440 East St.; 919-545-0900; belladonnaitalianrestaurant.com

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THE BELTED GOAT A coffee and wine shop with paninis, cheeses and pastries. Fearrington Village Center; 919-545-5717; fearrington.com/belted-goat

THE FEARRINGTON HOUSE RESTAURANT Contemporary fine-dining. Fearrington Village Center; 919-542-2121; fearrington.com/house

Carolina Brewery The fifth-oldest brewery in the state. 120 Lowes Dr., Ste. 100; 919-545-2330; carolinabrewery.com/pittsboro Chatham Marketplace Sandwiches, baked goods. 480 Hillsboro St.; 919-542-2643; chathammarketplace.coop The City Tap Classic bar food. 89 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-0562; thecitytap.com COMPADRES TEQUILA LOUNGE Mexican restaurant with a variety of classic dishes. 193 Lowes Drive; 919-663-5600; compadresnc.com Elizabeth’s Pizza Pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, salads and pasta. 160 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-9292; elizabethspizzapittsboro.com

MOON ASIAN BISTRO An Asian ASIAN BISTRO fusion restaurant offering sushi, Chinese dishes like sweetand-sour chicken, Thai curry dishes, rice and noodles. 111 Knox Way. Ste. 100; 919-869-7894.

THE MOD Wood-fired pizza, salads, small plates and a full bar. 46 Sanford Rd.; 919-533-6883; themodernlifedeli.com The Phoenix Bakery Small-batch and seasonal baked goods and specialty cakes. 664 West St., Pittsboro; 919-542-4452

PITTSBORO ROADHOUSE Hearty American entrees, burgers and salads; 39 West St.; 919-542-2432; pittsbororoadhouse.com Postal Fish Company Fresh seafood from North Carolina’s coast prepared thoughtfully by chefs James Clark and Bill Hartley. 75 W. Salisbury St.; 919-704-8612

ROOST BEER GARDEN AT FEARRINGTON VILLAGE Wood-fired pizza, local brews and live music; 2000 Fearrington Village Center; 919-545-5717; fearrington.com/roost

THE ROOT CELLAR Sandwiches, prepared salads, desserts and more. 35 Suddles Rd.; 919-967-3663; rootcellarpbo.com

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SILER CITY COMPADRES I Mexican restaurant with a variety of classic dishes. 115 Siler Crossing; 919-663-5600; compadresnc.com

Antonia’s Italian cuisine. 101 N. Churton St.; 919-643-7722; antoniashillsborough.com Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 122 S. Churton St.; 919-732-8662; bandidoscafe.com The Colorado Burrito Mexican grill with burritos, taco salads, chimichangas and other traditional fare. 116 Daniel Boone St.; 919-245-3335

Mystery Brewing Public House A rotating seasonal menu and local beers. 230 S. Nash St.; 919-245-1325; mysterybrewing.com Panciuto Southern Italian cuisine. 110 S. Churton St.; 919-732-6261; panciuto.com RADIUS Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Outdoor dining; 112 N. Churton St.; 919245-0601; radiuspizzeria.net

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

Saratoga Grill New England-style cuisine; 108 S. Churton St.; 919-732-2214; saratogagrill.com

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

Steve’s Garden Market & Butchery Local meat, produce, baked goods, plus Steve’s brand products like pimento cheese. 610 N. Churton St.; 919-732-4712; stevesgardenmarket.com

LaPlace Cajun cuisine. 111 N. Churton St.; 919-245-0041; laplacehillsborough.com

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MAPLE VIEW FARM COUNTRY STORE Homemade ice cream and milk. 6900 Rocky Ridge Rd.; 919-960-5535; mapleviewfarm.com Matthew’s Chocolates Gourmet chocolates, frozen treats and baked goods. 107 N. Churton St.; 919-732-0900

Village Diner Southern diner, buffet. 600 W. King St.; 919-732-7032 Weaver Street Market Hot bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 228 S. Churton St.; 919-2455050; weaverstreetmarket.coop Whit’s Frozen Custard Ice cream and frozen treats. 240 S. Nash St.; 919-245-8123; whitscustard.com Wooden Nickel Pub Pub fare. 113 N. Churton St.; 919-643-2223; thewnp.com

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Mez Contemporary Mexican Creative Mexican dishes with a fresh twist. 5410 Page Rd.; 919-941-1630; mezdurham.com

Bleu Olive High-quality comfort food with a Mediterranean flair. 1821 Hillandale Rd.; 919-383-8502; bleuolivebistro.com

NanaSteak Offers various cuts of beef and steaks, plus other meats and pastas. 345 Blackwell St.; 919-282-1183; nanasteak.com

Burger Bach Signature New Zealand grass-fed burgers and fresh-cut fries. 737 Ninth St., Ste. 220; 919-973-4416; burgerbach.com

Nana’s Restaurant Seasonal dishes of Southern, French and Italian cuisine. 2514 University Dr.; 919-493-8545; nanasdurham.com

Clouds Brewing American favorites with a German flair. 905 W. Main St., Ste. 22; 919-251-8096; cloudsbrewing.com COPA Cuban-inspired tapas and cocktails restaurant. 107 W. Main St.; copadurham.com Cure Delicatessen and Cafe Chef-driven breakfast and lunch eatery specializing in housecured smoked and roasted meats. 245 N.C. 54, Ste. 105; 919-797-0355; curedelinc.com Denny’s Diner fare. 7021 N.C. 751, Ste. 901; 919-908-1006; dennys.com

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Elmo’s Diner Homemade Southern classics with breakfast favorites like cinnamon apple waffles and biscuits and gravy served all day in a casual, family-friendly setting. 776 Ninth St.; 919-416-3823; elmosdiner.com Fairview Dining Room Washington Duke Inn’s AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurant. 301 Cameron Blvd.; 919-493-6699; washingtondukeinn.com Geer Street Garden Simple, down-home fare in a cozy atmosphere. 644 Foster St.; 919-688-2900; geerstreetgarden.com Goodberry’s Frozen Custard All-natural frozen custard with a variety of topping options. 3906 N. Roxboro St.; 919-477-2552; goodberrys.com GRUB Durham Serves up comfort food favorites with a twist like brioche donuts and beerbattered mushroom sandwiches. 1200 W. Chapel Hill St.; 919-973-3636; grubdurham.com Jack Tar and the Colonel’s Daughter Diner fare with a twist. A classic diner menu is served all day long, plus a smaller dinner menu is available in the evening. 202 N. Corcoran St.; 919-682-5225; jacktar-durham.com Littler Look for latkes Benedict, pan-roasted striped bass and elderflower panna cotta at this small restaurant with big tastes. 110 E. Parrish St.; 919-374-1118; littlerdurham.com Mad Hatter Cafe & Bakeshop Scratch-made pastries and cakes, salads, sandwiches. 1802 W. Main St.; 919-286-1987; madhatterbakeshop.com MarketPlace JB Duke Hotel’s main restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 230 Science Dr.; 919-660-6400; jbdukehotel.com

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NanaTaco Inventive taqueria that features locally produced meats and veggies. 2512 University Dr.; 919-489-8226; nanataco.com Nosh “Electic foodstuffs” like “Mike’s Breakfast Pizza” and “Coach’s Queso” sandwich. 2812 Erwin Rd., Ste. 101; 919-383-4747; noshfood.com Page Road Grill Traditional American dishes. 5416 Page Rd.; 919-908-8900; pageroadgrill.com Piper’s in the Park Soups, salads, hoagies and burgers with selections like curried couscous and “South of Here” turkey sandwich. 2945 S. Miami Blvd.; 919-572-9767; pipersinthepark.com Pizzeria Toro Wood-fired pizza with selections like spicy lamb meatball with kale, fried eggplant ricotta and soft eggs on white pizza. Also, ricotta dumplings! 105 E. Chapel Hill St.; 919-908-6936; pizzeriatoro.com Saladelia Cafe Espresso and smoothie bar, pastries, sandwiches. 2424 Erwin Rd., 406 Blackwell St. & 4201 University Dr.; 919-489-5776; saladelia.com Saltbox Seafood Joint Local seafood that is delivered fresh from the Carolina coast and served griddled or fried in a straightforward manner. 608 N. Mangum St and 2637 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-908-8970; saltboxseafoodjoint.com Sitar Indian Cuisine Homemade Indian dishes at affordable prices, with daily lunch buffets and a weekend dinner buffet. 3630 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.;919-490-1326; sitar-indiancuisine.com The Blue Note Grill Fantastic barbecue, ribs and live music. 709 Washington St.; 919-401-1979; thebluenotegrill.com The Boot Italian-American restaurant serving sandwiches, pastas and traditional Italian entrees. 2501 University Dr.; 919-294-8383; thebootdurham.com The Original Q Shack “BBQ tender as a mother’s love.” 2510 University Dr.; 919-402-4227; theqshackoriginal.com

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Julie Crimmins, a graduate of Chapel Hill High School and UNC,

moved to Washington, D.C. for work after college and ended up finding love as well. She met Jim Hilbert, a New Jersey native, at a birthday party on Capitol Hill in 2013. “We started talking and the rest is history!” At the time, Jim, a Drexel University graduate, was working as a civil engineer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Julie worked at Ketchum, a public relations agency. Their first date was at Comet Ping Pong, a pizza parlor with table tennis. After three years of dating, traveling, working and graduate school, Jim decided to propose. They spent a lot of time while they were dating in Shenandoah National Park near D.C., and Jim wanted to be sure there was a beautiful view for the proposal. On March 5, 2017, the couple visited

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When Chapel Hill native Matt Evans moved into his apartment in Roanoke, he didn’t know his future wife was just downstairs. He and Katie Schurr, who lived in the apartment below, bonded over porch swing conversations, grilling burgers and gardening. A year later, Matt secretly called Katie’s family members to ask for their blessing before planning his proposal. Family members Jim, Melinda and Maggie Evans and Lee and Karen Schurr joined together for the big moment, surprising Katie at Natural Bridge Park, the site of the couple’s first date. On March 3, 2018, the couple was married at West Manor Estate in Forest, Virginia surrounded by friends and family. “The wedding flew by and we don’t remember much from the day except how much fun we had and how great it was to see our family, friends and classmates,” the couple says. Matt is a graduate of Chapel Hill High School and Virginia Military Institute. He is a civil engineer and works for Burns & McDonnell. Katie graduated from Beloit College in Wisconsin and Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency at Virginia Tech’s Carilion School of Medicine. Katie is a captain in the U.S. Air Force and will practice family medicine while on active duty. Katie and Matt moved to their first duty station in July. CHM

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DEAN & WAMSLEY

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Bridget Dean and Sean Wamsley met within the first week

of starting their MBA programs at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School in 2015. When a mutual friend invited several classmates out for sushi, Sean and Bridget were equally charmed by one another. It didn’t take long for the duo to realize they were a match made in Tar Heel heaven. Bridget came home one November evening to a living room lit with tea candles and their favorite song, “Let It Be Me” by Ray LaMontagne, playing. Bridget asked, “Is this really happening?” and Sean proposed. They celebrated at 411 West. The couple married on April 21, 2018 at the Newman Catholic Student Center Parish with parents Jim and Jan Dean and Dave and Pat Wamsley, and Chapel Hill High School alumni and bridesmaids Noelle Hagen, Miriam Stone and Trilce Marquez in attendance. At a reception held at The Carolina Inn, Sean and his mother danced to “The Wonder of You” in honor of his grandma, Ruth. Guests enjoyed a table of 84 dozen cookies, baked by friends and family in honor of Bridget’s grandma, also named Ruth. For many, the wedding was a goodbye. Bridget’s dad, former dean at Kenan-Flagler and UNC Provost, starts a new job as president of the University of New Hampshire this summer. The family has lived in Chapel Hill since July 1997. CHM

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MEYERS & WOODFIN

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Chapel Hill native Chase Woodfin first met Floridian Hannah Meyers in Atlanta, where they were both working on the 2013 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. When their paths crossed again the following year, the two ended up going on a successful first date to an Atlanta Braves game – and quickly became inseparable. The pair dated for three years before Chase popped the question. The couple had just gotten a new goldendoodle puppy, Kennedy, and were taking him on his first walk through Piedmont Park. Hannah was completely caught off guard when Chase got down on one knee by the pond – and completely enthusiastic when she said “yes.” Hannah and Chase were married on April 21, 2018 at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee. The reception was intimate, comprised of 30 of the couple’s closest family and friends, including their parents, Terry and Chris Woodfin and Lindsey and Chuck Meyers. Summer camp nostalgia was the theme of the wedding, with every detail of the decor, the guest book and the party favors tying back into something important to the couple. After the

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ceremony, Hannah and Chase’s fathers gave toasts that were both sweet and poignant. Chuck recounted fond memories of watching his daughter grow up, and Chris told a story modeled after “The Giving Tree.” The couple ended their night by celebrating with friends at Waffle House, with Chase still in his suit and Hannah still decked out in her bridal dress and Adidas Yeezys. CHM

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