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FEATURES 22 ‘There’s No Place Like Home’ A troupe of Morgan Creek kids stays connected with selfdirected plays

Local Color A Hillsborough mural reflects its community

Walk It Out Trek around the town of Carrboro

Downtown Luxury Steel Roots Home Decor designer helped make this empty condo feel like home

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The Final Frontier Morehead Planetarium and Science Center’s new additions aim to educate and entertain visitors of all ages

Going Platinum Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts has taught musical excellence for two decades

Block Party Kids connect with friends over virtual birthday parties designed by a brother-and-sister team

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Labor of Love An architect and a designer built a hillside home for their family in Carrboro

How We Celebrate Now Heart of NC Weddings magazine publisher shares her perspective on the new world of weddings

About Town Events not to miss

Noted What we’ve heard around town ...

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

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Joyous Cooking: Comfort Food

Weddings Kristen Summey & Kameron Winburn Erienne Bauers & Matthew Patterson

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Orange Chatham Association of Realtors’ Annual Day of Service

Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP’s Freedom Fund Banquet

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t would have been impossible to match the energy of sisters Avia Attucks and Aspyn Attucks as they buzzed around the new exhibits at Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, getting a boost from their parents when they wanted a closer look. The planetarium reopened in November with reduced admission capacity and timed tickets after months of renovations. Read more about what’s new – and what the sisters thought of their visit – on page 26. We round out the rest of our Kids & Family edition with a few other heartwarming stories: An all-kid theater troupe put on plays last fall to cheer up their Morgan Creek neighbors; the Steffens siblings, who not only adjusted to regular online learning but also continued their Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts lessons virtually; and finally, two high schoolers used their love of video games to make birthdays special for a dozen kids last year by building Minecraft realms to move parties to a digital format. Even in times like these, kids prove just how resilient and adaptable they are. It’s certainly an inspiration to see. CHM

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ABOUT TOWN EVENTS NOT TO MISS

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‘10 Years, 10 Artists’ frankisart.com FRANK Gallery

marks its 10th JAN. anniversary – with a new FEB. exhibit that features paintings, mixed media, photography, fiber art, ceramic and sculpture from 10 artists who were selected from a statewide search: Sean Bailey, Cindy Geary, Virginia Green, Mitzie Jokich, Richard Perry, Ivana Milojevic Beck, David Davenport, Tara Kuhn, Jennifer Markowitz and Rob Morgan.

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Artist Virginia Green fashioned a corset out of Parisian maps for FRANK Gallery’s “10 Years, 10 Artists” exhibit.

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Cradle. The Jayhawks will play their favorite

Streaming begins in January playmakersrep.org PlayMakers Repertory Company hosts this virtual performance that brings to life author Tim Tyson’s childhood memories of the famous 1970 murder of Henry Marrow in Oxford, North Carolina. The play also examines racism in America, featuring a story written by and starring playwright Mike Wiley. Purchase tickets in advance to stream the production for up to a week.

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cover songs during the show. Formed in the 1980s, the band has released 11 albums, including last summer’s “XOXO.”

Panel Discussion Jan. 11, 7 p.m. crookscornerbookprize.com The Chapel Hill Public Library presents a panel discussion on how Southern literature contributes to social change in the South, which coincides with the announcement of the annual Crook’s Corner Book Prize. The shortlist for the prize includes “As a River” by Sion Dayson, “Confessions of an Innocent Man” by David R. Dow and “Valentine” by Elizabeth Wetmore. One of the panel participants will be the winner and will be announced the same day. The event is free, but advanced registration is required.

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Jan. 18, 11 a.m. chapelhillcarrboronaacp.com Join the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP for a Zoom celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The theme is “Lift Every Voice for Justice” while the keynote speaker will be the Rev. William Barber.

History of Orange County Farming Jan. 24, 3 p.m. chapelhillhistoricalsociety.org The Chapel Hill Historical Society hosts a Zoom program with Orange County Cultural Resources Coordinator Peter Sandbeck that commemorates the stories of Orange County farmers. “Their stories help tell the diverse history of the people of Orange County – our hardworking families, Black and white, who sought better lives for their children,” Peter says. CHM

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1 Chapel Hill Magazine’s Marie Muir and her dad, Allen Muir.

Shannon Media Inc. hosted the fourth annual Sip+Savor food and drink experience presented by Johnson Lexus of Durham and Raleigh on Nov. 7, transitioning from an in-person affair at Durham Performing Arts Center to an at-home dining experience due to the pandemic. Participants selected food and wine pairings from various global cuisines and then visited Johnson Lexus of Durham for contactless pickup of their meals while enjoying live music by The Simple Joy band. Each meal included four entrees and a dessert to be shared by two people with four half bottles of wine from The Oak House at Durham. The menus featured fare from local restaurants and farms such as Hillsborough Cheese Company, Vimala’s Curryblossom Cafe, Chapel Hill Creamery, Glasshalfull, Kitchen, Beau Catering, Acme Food & Beverage Co. and Crossroads Chapel Hill at The Carolina Inn. Participants then went home to watch chef-tell-all videos and take a mini wine tasting class. Sip+Savor donated a portion of the proceeds from this year’s event to local restaurants and The Carolina Theatre of Durham. The event was made possible thanks to sponsors US Foods, Carrboro Coffee Roasters, Trinity Partners, Durham Coca-Cola, Downtown Durham Inc., eXO Skin Simple and The Oak House. Photography by Cornell Watson CHM

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Orange Chatham Association of Realtors members participated in the organization’s annual Day of Service on Oct. 29, donating more than 1,600 pounds of food and household supplies to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina. This year’s “Food Drive and Can-Struction,” chaired by Realtor Marcia Vaughn, allowed members to give back to the communities where they live and serve. “When we started planning for our 2020 Day of Service, we knew hunger was a problem we wanted to address but had no idea just how extreme the issue of food insecurity is in Orange and Chatham counties,” Marcia says. “According to the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, approximately one out of seven people living in those two counties is without sufficient food. Hearing this sobering fact was a wake-up call, and the members of OCHAR responded quickly and generously ... I’m hoping our food drive offered some help to those in need but also hope it serves to raise awareness of how many in our communities are suffering from hunger.” CHM

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OCHAR members from firms such as Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston, Terra Nova Global Properties, Gates Management and Realty, Allen Tate Realtors, Fonville Morisey Realty, Real Living Carolina Property, Fathom Realty, Coldwell Banker Advantage and Triangle & Coast Realty participated in the event.

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1 Banquet emcee Aaron Keck of WCHL recorded his segments a few days before the event at Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews. 2 New Branch President Dawna Jones and Freedom Fund Banquet Co-Chair Evan Markfield. 3 Chapel Hill Poet Laureate CJ Suitt read a poem during the event.

Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP’s Freedom Fund Banquet The Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP hosted its annual Freedom Fund Banquet virtually this year on Dec. 3. The banquet’s theme, “The Time Is Now,” focused on the NAACP’s mission that everyone can ensure equality and justice by eliminating racism and race-based discrimination in their community. The recipients of the branch’s annual scholarships and awards were honored at the banquet for their work in the community. William A. Darity Jr. and A. Kirsten Mullen, the authors of “From Here to Equality: Reparations for Black Americans in the Twenty-First Century,” were the keynote speakers. The event, a signature fundraiser for the branch, supports the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, state and national NAACP operations, and local programming, activism and outreach. CHM

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1 Robert T. Watkins Sr. is a veteran of the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. 2 Frank Horner, retired U.S. Navy, and Everett Hampton, retired U.S. Marines. 3 Honor Guard Robert Campbell, retired U.S. Navy, Antonio “Tony” Steele and Florencio “Tony” Garcia, both U.S. Army veterans, stand together. (The fourth member of the honor guard is Robert “Sarge” Sweeney, retired U.S. Army.)

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American Legion Post 6’s Veterans Day American Legion Post 6 in Chapel Hill veterans celebrated Veterans Day in November with a caravan from their old headquarters at 1714 Legion Rd. to their new home at 3700 NC Hwy. 54 W. Once the 25 cars arrived at their destination, the veterans and their families watched as the American flag was raised on the flagpole for the first time since the building was completed this spring. CHM

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NOTED. WHAT AN HONOR On Nov. 9, Chapel Hill High School student Perry Tseng won second place in the fall 2020 American Protégé International Music Talent Competition for violin. Perry also received the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall in December 2021. UNC field hockey coach Karen Shelton became

the coach with the most NCAA field hockey wins all time in early November. Karen has been the team’s coach since 1981, with 702 wins. On Oct. 22, the Orange County Department on Aging and the Senior Health Advocacy and Resource Partners of Orange County (SHARP) recognized

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on Nov. 22. Mark has served as Orange County’s register of deeds since 2014 and has worked to digitize records dating back to the 1750s, making them more accessible to the public.

On Dec. 3, Jillian La Serna was elected chair of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education, and Deon Temne was elected vice chair. Jillian has experience as an assistant professor of educational leadership at UNCCharlotte, classroom teacher, dual-language reading specialist, principal and assistant principal. Deon is a veteran of the U.S. Army and has served on the school improvement teams and multiple councils for both Rashkis Elementary and Northside Elementary.

On Nov. 18, UNC assistant track and field and cross-country coach Dylan Sorensen set a world record for running a mile while dribbling a basketball. Dylan completed the mile in 4 minutes, 33.73 seconds. He also raised money for FORevHER Tar Heels, which provides scholarships and fosters mentorships for female UNC studentathletes, in preparation for the event.

31 nominees for their outstanding service in long-term care during a virtual award ceremony. Six individuals received 2020 SHARP Direct Care Worker awards: • Direct Care Worker of the Year: Joey Duffy, Acorn • Longevity: Vivian Dixon, Brookdale

On Nov. 23, Nyah Hamlett was selected as the new superintendent for Chapel HillCarrboro City Schools. She starts on

Jan. 1, 2021. Nyah has more than 16 years of experience working in public education in Virginia and says she is excited to bring her skills and passion to the CHCCS community. “I look forward to working collaboratively with the board and the community to remove barriers and create opportunities for each student, staff and family to thrive and grow,” Nyah said in a press release.

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Chapel Hill native Katherine Ryan competed in and won her first game of “Jeopardy!” on Dec. 4, winning $22,801. She participated in one more game on Dec. 7 and came in third place, receiving an additional $1,000. Katherine, the daughter of UNC football coach Mack Brown, currently resides in

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ON THE MOVE Hillsborough Public Works

Director Ken Hines retired Dec. 31 after more than 17 years of service with the town. Ken played a key role in

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developing many of Hillsborough’s programs around leaf collection, snow removal and street resurfacing. “I have enjoyed working with my coworkers, the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners and the public,” Ken said in the town’s newsletter. “The cooperation that exists between town departments in Hillsborough plays a major role in keeping Hillsborough operating and should be reassuring to the public, especially when dealing with special events and emergencies.” Hillsborough Fire Marshal and Emergency Management Coordinator Jerry Wagner retired on Sept. 30 after 15 years with the town. Jerry coordinated the town’s response to disasters and reviewed plans for new construction in the town to ensure the safety of his constituents. “Hillsborough is the hometown of my father, so it was only fitting that I looked out for those he knew and loved,” Jerry said in the town’s newsletter.

In November, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP elected new

members to serve as officers for two-year terms that start in 2021. Dawna Jones, an adjunct professor and assistant dean

of students at UNC, was elected branch president. Outgoing Branch President Anna Richards, along with Diane Robertson and Joal Broun, were elected as vice presidents. Paris Miller and Margaret Krome-Lukens were elected secretary and assistant secretary, respectively, while Deborah Stroman will serve as treasurer and Lonnie Merrick as assistant treasurer. 

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Ron Stutts, voice of the 97.9 The Hill WCHL

morning show, retired after his final show on Dec. 18 after 43 years on the job. He has won five Radio Personality of the Year awards from the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters, helped Chapel Hill celebrate the Fourth of July at Kenan Stadium and emceed countless local events over the years. “When I first came to Chapel Hill in 1977, I had no idea I would still be here in 2020 hosting the morning show!” Ron said in a press release. “It’s been a blast and an honor to wake up this community every weekday morning. I hope everyone knows that I have put my heart and soul into this job. Lately, during this pandemic, I’ve been very careful like so many others, and even did the morning show from my kitchen for a couple of months. This just seems like a good time to retire.” Ron and his wife, Beverly Stutts, plan to stay in Chapel Hill.

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On Dec. 1, Eliazar Posada took over as acting president and CEO of El Centro Hispano, a Latino nonprofit dedicated to strengthening the community, building bridges and advocating for equity and inclusion for Hispanics in the area. He will remain in this role while former president Pilar Rocha-Goldberg is on a sabbatical leave through July 25, 2021. Eliazar has been with El Centro Hispano since 2015 and was director of advocacy and civic participation for the past two years.

NEW ON THE SCENE Tracks Music Library, a free music streaming

platform launched in collaboration with Chapel Hill Public Library and Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture, announced the

release of two exclusive album compilations

– “Tracks Volume I: We Rise as Allies” and “Tracks Volume II: Isolation Illumination” – on Dec. 1. The albums feature new songs from 10 local bands including Violet Bell, XOXOK, Shelles and Pretend Chess. In November, the Carrboro Tourism Development Authority launched a new initiative called “Visit Carrboro” to promote safe travel and tourism in Carrboro. This initiative encourages visitors to safely support local businesses that are struggling due to COVID-19. “Carrboro isn’t just a town – it’s a feeling,” the CTDA team said in a press

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release. “You’ll know what we mean when you get here. There’s an openness and optimism that encourages creativity and freedom of expression. It’s a place where more is possible and the uncommon is common.” The new “Visit Carrboro” website features weekend itineraries, visitor information and business listings. CHM

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➾ NEWS BITES HOPELESS RAMENTIC Fusion Fish chef and co-owner Yung Nay opened Iza Whiskey & Eats, a Japanesestyle izakaya, on East Main Street in Carrboro in December. Its menu features small plates, sushi and ramen, as well as whiskey, sake and cocktails. RIGHT ON ’CUE Barbecue restaurant Blue’s on Franklin opened in late October in the former Moe’s Southwest Grill spot on West Franklin Street. The restaurant specializes in smoked barbecue, shrimp and chicken wings served alongside classic Southern sides. Formerly a gas station, the historic building is also the spot where owner Andrew Young’s father, Bob Young, proposed to Andrew’s mom, Jackie.

ound the alarm – now every day is April Blues Day. UNC alumni from all over travel back to Chapel Hill just for a pint of Bell Tower Blueberry Wheat beer starting each April 1 – the beer’s annual release date. But these days, Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery’s famous seasonal drink is available to order anytime. “We decided this summer, let’s just keep it on,” Manager Guy Murphy says. “It’s enough of a drive now with the situation we’re in that I think it’s still appealing and people will come out for it.” This is just one way the Franklin Street staple reinvented itself during the pandemic. Last summer, when the restaurant was still closed, its sister business, TOPO Organic Distillery, began producing hundreds of gallons of hand sanitizer for first responders and local businesses. And, like many other restaurants across the country, it transitioned to curbside pickup and delivery when it reopened on July 23. (Two weeks later, the restaurant reopened for dine in.) On top of that, TOPO Executive Chef Trey Cleveland added a new section to the menu in December: bowls. “All the young folks say they want something healthy,” Trey says, “but they can never describe exactly what that means.” So, Trey decided to create three new vegetarian choices (with the option to add six different proteins): • Quinoa Bowl, served cold. $10.99 • Mexi-Cali Bowl: “The staff gets tired of nachos, so they sub rice,” Trey says. “That’s basically what it is – [our] nachos with rice, instead of chips … it’s a staff-inspired dish.” $9.99 • Teriyaki Cauliflower Bowl: Trey says to add shrimp or salmon to this one. $10.99 For those keeping count at home, there are three must-haves at TOPO this season: a bowl, a blueberry wheat and a bunch of its distillery-produced sanitizer. – Hannah Lee TOP OF THE HILL RESTAURANT & BREWERY 100 E. Franklin St. 919-929-8676; thetopofthehill.com 20

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GOOD FOOD, GOOD MOOD Five local products were selected in early November as finalists for the 2021 Good Food Awards. The finalists are Lady Edison, Boxcarr Handmade Cheese, Chocolatay Confections, Cottage Lane Kitchen and The Accidental Baker. Winners will be announced on Jan. 22 via livestream at the Good Food Awards ceremony. SHINY NEW PENNY Piedmont Pennies, a bakery specializing in cheese straws, opened in September. Owner Becca Jordan, a grad student at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, used her grandmother’s recipe to produce them commercially. WAFFLEY SAD After 48 years on East Franklin Street, Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe closed in December. “From a public health perspective, and due to the ongoing challenges of the pandemic,” the breakfast restaurant posted on Facebook, “it is the right choice for us.” TEA-RRIFIC! Möge Tee opened in the former Fedora boutique spot on East Franklin Street in December. The bubble tea shop offers cheese foam fruit tea, bubble tea, fruit yakult and more. CHM

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A troupe of Morgan Creek kids stays connected with self-directed plays By An n e Tate | Photography by Cornel l Wat son

rain shower cleared, the sun came out, and the actors of Playhouse Productions emerged from behind a black curtain strung up in Jeanne Langley’s driveway to begin their performance of “The Wizard of Oz” in early November. Dorothy, played by Kate Vernon, 11, strolled across a chalk-drawn yellow brick road and opened the show with “Over the Rainbow.” Toto, played by Elsa Wright, 8, followed closely behind on her hands and knees, to the socially distanced audience’s delight. In the age of online learning and virtual events, kids in Morgan Creek came together to produce self-directed plays, hosting a show every two weeks since last fall. Their name: Playhouse Productions, a group they previously called The Quarantine Players. The kids’ performances, complete with costumes, sets, a sound system, choreography, makeup and dancing, brought lighthearted

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of her favorite things was hearing children play and laugh, and we always had kids all over the yard and in and out of the house, so she would be thrilled. It’s exciting to me to see another generation doing the kinds of things that we used to do.” When Jeanne extended an invitation to Beth to attend “The Wizard of Oz,” Beth enthusiastically accepted: “Absolutely – there’s no place like home.”

entertainment to the neighborhood during these uncertain times. “It’s hard during quarantine to be happy knowing that people are going through a lot and some people are losing people,” Sophie Biglaiser, 12, says. “So I’m really grateful that I get to see these people every day and have fun with them.” “I think it’s really important that we all get to see each other during quarantine,” Sophia Rose, 11, adds.

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estled in Jeanne’s backyard is a playhouse that’s brought happiness to generations of children since it was built in 1937. Before the pandemic, kids sporadically romped in and out of the brightly painted house. “It ended up creating this great sense of neighborhood,” Jeanne says. The Morgan Creek kids found their way back to the familiar spot after months of isolation. Now, the playhouse is used more than ever. “The kids had been so separated by the coronavirus, and people were playing in their individual yards,” Jeanne says. “This playhouse and coming together to produce plays has brought children together in a unique way. It’s joyful.” In July 2018, Jeanne wrote a story for Chapel Hill Magazine about the playhouse’s history and its previous owner, Jane Rogers. Shortly after the story was published, Jane’s daughter, Beth Rogers Tart, wrote a letter to Jeanne, asking to visit her former playhouse again. Beth, who lives in Charlotte, and Jeanne remain friends. “It’s incredible to see it,” Beth says. “I keep thinking how my mother would just love it. One

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“The Wizard of Oz” Cast Dorothy ....................................................................Kate Vernon, 11, Guy B. Phillips Middle School Toto..............................................................................Elsa Wright, 8, Glenwood Elementary School The Tin Man ....................................................... Caroline Davis, 11, Glenwood Elementary School The Cowardly Lion ...........................................Ava Nieuwsma, 9, Glenwood Elementary School Scarecrow ............................................................Graham Davis, 11, Glenwood Elementary School Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch of the West ....... Sophia Rose, 11, Culbreth Middle School Glinda the Good Witch ............................. Sophie Biglaiser, 12, Culbreth Middle School King of the Flying Monkeys...........................William Fitch, 10, Glenwood Elementary School Queen of the Munchkins/Auntie Em .......... Audrey Fitch, 10, Glenwood Elementary School Uncle Henry/Wizard of Oz ............................Eaden Wright, 11, Culbreth Middle School Costume Director ................................................... Josie Craig, 11, Smith Middle School Sound Director .................................................. Cooper Davis, 13, Culbreth Middle School

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he chattering voices and laughter is Jeanne’s signal. She looks out the kitchen door and watches as kids arrive, rolling down her hilly driveway on Razor scooters and bikes. Once Jeanne moves her cars from underneath the pergola, practice begins. Every show is entirely kiddirected; Jeanne provides the space, and the kids do the rest. Many of them had never been in a theater production before. “My favorite part is that no grown-ups are involved,” Caroline Davis, 11, says. “They can’t tell us what to do. It’s all up to the kids, 100% kids.” Playhouse Productions was informally created in October 2019 when some of the neighborhood kids performed an impromptu play in Jeanne’s living room. She had just undergone a knee replacement surgery, and they wanted to cheer her up. In August 2020, Jeanne asked them to perform another play to surprise Beth during a visit. They performed “Cinderella” in the driveway, enjoying themselves so much that they wanted to do it again. They have performed shows including “The Emperor’s New

The kids performed plays such as “The Wizard of Oz” to bring joy to their Morgan Creek neighbors.

Clothes,” “Sleeping Beauty” and “Snow White and the Eight Dwarfs” – yes, eight – two boys really wanted to be Bashful. The playhouse is used to store costumes and props. The kids get together almost every day, splitting their time between hanging out and practice. Sometimes they disagree about whether it’s time for play or rehearsing. But come showtime, they’re all ready to put on a magical and fun show. When Jeanne asks Graham Davis, 11, what he wanted readers to know about Playhouse Productions, he says, “Tell them we’re better than Broadway.” CHM January/February 2021

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Morehead Planetarium and Science Center’s new additions aim to educate and entertain visitors of all ages By Hannah McCl el l an | Photography by Mi ck Schul te

onning a black puffer vest covered in stars, 3-year-old Avia Attucks dances in the astronaut mirror featured in Morehead Planetarium and Science Center’s new Apollo 11 exhibit. “Mommy, look!” she says, twirling to the sound of space music with her sister, Aspyn Attucks, 2, as their parents, Antwan Attucks and Samantha Attucks look on and laugh. They aren’t old enough to read the exhibit’s signs yet, but they seem to grasp its message as they pose in the mirror cutout of an astronaut’s helmet — one day, they could explore space, too. “This is sort of like the next generation of astronauts,” says Malenia Swinton, the planetarium’s marketing and communications manager, as she gestures to the mirror. “So you can see yourself as an astronaut.” The Apollo 11 exhibit is just one addition included in the more than 5,000 square feet of exhibit space added to the planetarium last year – part of a major $9.2 million renovation project designed to create a more accessible and meaningful experience for visitors. “We nearly tripled our exhibit space,” says Exhibit Manager Lizz Alfano. “Where we would only have one or two exhibits at a time previously, we now have 13 – it’s pretty awesome.” Accessibility codes weren’t yet written when the building was built in 1949, so a big priority was to “bring it up into the 21st century,”

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ABOVE Aspyn can see herself as an astronaut in the planetarium’s Gateway Gallery. BELOW Antwan and Samantha lift up their daughters for a better look at one of the exhibits.

Lizz says, by adding a fully functioning elevator and ramps on every floor. Project leaders also hoped to explore other sciences in addition to astronomy — emphasizing the planetarium’s 2002 name change to include “science center.” “Pretty much every space got touched by renovations, some more than others,” Lizz says. Upstairs, the Gateway Gallery explores the Morehead family’s history in NASA, and the Science Stage features live demonstrations. Downstairs, 28

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the Fulldome Theater displays the planetarium’s well-known astronomy shows, and next door, the Breakthrough Hub houses many of the new exhibits featuring research done at UNC, exploring subjects ranging from fungus to prosthetics and everything in between. “We’ve gotten a lot of positive responses,” Lizz says of the updated planetarium. “From a lot of people who may not have seen it, they’re just thankful that we’re open and have something for them to do. For the people who had seen it before, everyone is just blown away by how drastically we’ve changed the building.” The planetarium began construction in May 2019, opening off and on under a limited capacity since the Fulldome Theater opened in June 2019. “But then March [2020] happened,” says Director Todd Boyette, adding that, though construction finished earlier that month, the planetarium shut down completely at that point for exhibit installation and to create COVID-19 safety protocols. The planetarium finally reopened its doors to the public last November. Though the event was highly anticipated, Todd says it was also a bit lackluster. “We would have had a big celebration if we weren’t facing a pandemic – we opened under the radar,” he says. “It was very understated. We just opened, and it was not at all what we wanted.” Still, he’s proud of the way his team handled reopening in a pandemic. They’re currently operating at 18% occupancy, he says, allowing 40 guests to buy tickets for two-hour time slots Friday through Sunday. Though after-school programs are currently canceled,

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Reopening a completely new facility during a pandemic came with a lot of nerves and challenges, but Todd says it was all worth it. “I’m pleased and impressed with how resilient we are,” Todd adds, “and with how so many people are pulling for us – people are delighted that we’re open.” Positive visitor surveys help, too, he says, adding that currently 100% of visitors who responded said they were satisfied with safety protocols and 94% were satisfied with their Morehead experience. For Antwan, who visited the planetarium for the first time with his family in December, the kidfriendly and interactive nature of the exhibits convinced him to visit again soon. And if he had any doubts, Avia and Aspyn’s requests as soon as they got back in the car sealed the deal. “When can we go again?” they asked. “I want to go again!” CHM

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a passion for music and the performing arts since childhood. She decided to rekindle her relationship with music after years of working in other fields. “My first degree was actually in English,” Sharon says with a laugh. “I also did some PR, some sales, some of this and some of that, but kind of [in] midlife, I decided to go back to school and said, ‘I must study music.’” She taught voice at UNC for seven years, but wanted to share her passion for music with the community. In 2000, she founded the Chapel Hill School of Musical Arts along with her husband, Rick Szymanski, who also has a love for music and the performing arts. Sharon initially offered private voice lessons in their home – the couple originally called their business Szymanski Studios – but it didn’t take long before student intake began to grow. “[Classes] became full, and I had to hire another teacher to work with me

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out of my home,” Sharon says. “Little by little, we grew and grew until we had over 130 students studying with us and four or five teachers, including myself.” The Szymanskis began renting commercial space to accommodate the steady increase in students. The school started offering piano and guitar lessons in 2009, followed by band and orchestral instrument lessons in 2011. “We started to see ourselves not only doing private voice lessons, but also branching out into other areas of musical activity,” Rick explains. “Even early on, we began to have an interest in developing a specialty in musical theater.”

Kelly and Chris say that the skills their kids learn at CHSMA carry over into other situations. “It’s even helped them get up in front of the class and [give] reports,” Kelly explains. “[The lessons] helped them gain confidence so they’re not afraid to do something in front of people, because that can be hard for kids.” After 20 years, Sharon and Rick have some former students, like Natalie Peacock-Corral, who now have kids of their own who attend CHSMA. “[Natalie] was a voice student of mine,” Sharon says. “We had a very nice bond, and then later, when she had kids, she said, ‘OK, I want to bring them to you. We’ve also had previous [CHSMA] students come back and teach for us.”

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he Szymanskis changed the CHANGING school’s name from Szymanski TH E I R TU N E Studios to CHSMA in spring he pandemic produced some 2012 to better reflect the range of musical unexpected challenges for instruction they offered. Then CHSMA the school, which normally launched a new actor education program relies on in-person interactions, but in 2015 and moved to its current home at CHSMA converted all its lessons and activities online via Zoom. “At first, for Franklin Square. everybody, it was quite a transition,” CHSMA offers various workshops, says Gabrielle Cleveland-Farrington, master classes, studio classes, musical theater training, musical education a piano and woodwind teacher who’s courses and much more in addition to its been with CHSMA for two years. “It voice and instrument lessons. Sharon and was difficult trying to figure out how to Rick say that their music school is now give my younger students strictly verbal one of the largest in North Carolina. instructions without being able to Sharon and Rick strive to provide physically show them.” a warm, welcoming environment for The teachers say that parents have CHSMA’s teaching staff, students and become “co-teachers” who assist their their families. “We do more than just kids with the new, virtual lessons. lessons,” Sharon says. “There’s a real “Our parents, especially [the parents] sense of creating something bigger than of our younger students, are the true just coming in, taking a 45-minute heroes,” Gabrielle says. “It’s become lesson and then leaving. We become even more of a family interaction The Steffens family: Xander, Marley, Kelly, like a family.” because now the parents are there, Chris and Skylar. learning, too, to help guide them Chris Steffens and Kelly Steffens through their weekly practice.” have brought their children, Marley CHSMA typically holds various events and performances Steffens, 18, Skylar Steffens, 14, and Alexander “Xander” Steffens, 10, to CHSMA for seven years. The Steffens’ journey with CHSMA began throughout the year for students to showcase their talents and share what they have learned with their families. “Each year, we do a big when they were searching for a form of musical therapy for Marley, who was diagnosed with autism and mild cerebral palsy at age 2. The Steffenses series of recitals in the fall and spring, we try to have something special in the summer, and then the most say they enjoy the kindhearted treatment they receive at CHSMA. “[Sharon] is lovely and warm, and overall she and [CHSMA staff] made popular of them all is our holiday concert,” Sharon says. So, they found creative ways to continue those virtually, too. “[Students] us feel very comfortable,” Kelly says. will perform their piece while being filmed at home, and then we’ll Marley takes piano and voice lessons with Fonda Smith. “[Marley] create a YouTube video of the recital and do the editing ourselves,” has always loved music since she was little,” Kelly says. “It wasn’t an easy Rick says. task trying to find someone who can handle a child with autism and be CHSMA continues to grow and serve more musical students, and patient, but her teacher, Fonda, is a lovely person and has been extremely Rick and Sharon say they appreciate the support they receive from accommodating for Marley.” the community. “We honestly have to thank our parents, our teachers Not long after Marley started at CHSMA, her sister and then her and the [Chapel Hill] community as a whole for doing a great job in brother expressed interest in music. Skylar takes guitar lessons with supporting us,” Rick says. CHM Daniel DeLorenzo, and Xander takes piano lessons with Jenny Smith.

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T Harrison Stanley and Sophie Stanley have built 10 more realms since their first Minecraft birthday party in June.

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wo East Chapel Hill High School students found a way to safely help children celebrate birthdays amid social distancing measures. Siblings Harrison Stanley, 17, and Sophie Stanley, 14, created DigiCraft, where they host virtual birthday parties through the online gaming service Minecraft. The idea for DigiCraft started in June when Jennifer Stanley, Harrison and Sophie’s mom, saw a parent’s post on Nextdoor seeking help to create a virtual Minecraft experience for her son’s upcoming birthday. “I was putting myself in her shoes and thinking, if I had a younger kid right now, and they were having a birthday, it probably seems pretty lackluster when you can’t get together with your friends, and no one’s coming over to sing ‘Happy Birthday’ or cut a cake with you,” Jennifer says. She asked Sophie and Harrison if they could attempt to build a party, and they agreed to try. On Minecraft, players build with blocks,

creating buildings and whole worlds. Advanced builders can overcome challenges, like zombie attacks. “At its core, it's more just a game of creativity,” Harrison says. After nearly 20 hours of building in Minecraft, the duo completed their first customized realm. During a party, up to 10 guests join a server where Harrison and Sophie moderate a series of challenges for the players. They’ve built 10 more realms since their first; once inside, players find scavenger hunts, quests and roller coasters and can choose to play in a haunted amusement park or a zombie town. To mimic a typical birthday party, they end the game inside a virtual party room where players’ characters eat cake and watch fireworks. Sophie primarily handles communication with parents to explain how the game works. Harrison focuses on designing the game, integrating entertaining challenges throughout the realm. Both say they look forward to creating the parties and enjoy seeing the recipients’ reactions. “It really teared us up, and we think it cheered the kid up, too,” Sophie says of their first DigiCraft party. “It was a really great feeling to experience, and we wanted to try and help more kids feel that way.” Jennifer says it’s rewarding to see her children create joy during a time when socializing is more difficult. “I can hear the kids playing when we've

done video chats and hear them laughing,” Jennifer says. “Or if they're in the chat box, I can see them saying, ‘This is amazing,’ and ‘This is so much fun.’” In September, Sarah Koplar heard about DigiCraft in a Facebook group for Chapel Hill moms and thought it would be a perfect fit for her son Connor’s upcoming 10th birthday. “We planned on doing a big event for him, which we weren’t able to do this year due to the circumstances,” Sarah says. “When I saw [DigiCraft], I thought it would be kind of perfect and easy on my end.” Sarah decorated their home and then set up a Google Meet where Connor and his friends socialized during their Minecraft experience. “[Many of the other] mothers said that they definitely wanted to consider something [like our party] in the future because it still gave our kids a social outlet while adhering to the strictest of guidelines for those in our crew who have immunocompromised people in their families and things like that,” Sarah says. Jennifer admires her children for using video games, which often receive a bad rap, to unite kids of various ages. She says she is proud of the positive impact they made during a difficult time. “It's also been a way for social distancing to be less painful for kids who are celebrating a milestone [and] just want to be with their friends,” Jennifer says. CHM

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BOUNCING BULLDOGS JUMP ROPE CAMP 101 S. White Oak Dr., Durham 919-493-7992; bouncingbulldogs.org Jump rope skills designed for beginners to advanced participants, some of whom are seven-time National Champions and 12-time World Champions. Ages 5-18 Dates Visit website. Price $45/day; $225/week CAMP RIVERLEA 8302 S. Lowell Rd., Bahama 210-908-7629; campriverlea.com Traditional summer day camp on 100 acres of beautiful land 20 minutes outside of Durham. Camp has been open for 50 years and offers activities such as swimming, archery, canoeing, arts and crafts, nature, athletics, tennis and golf. Transportation is provided. Camp Riverlea provides a structured program where children can continue to develop as fully self-actualizing people while learning and perfecting new skills, broadening their range of personal experiences and learning how to live more effectively in their world. Ages 5-12 Dates Session 1: June 14-July 2; Session 2: July 5-16; Session 3: July 19-Aug. 6 Price Varies per session CAMP SHELANU AT JEWISH FOR GOOD 1937 W. Cornwallis Rd., Durham 919-354-4936; jewishforgood.org Programs allow campers to experiment with visual and performing arts, sports teamwork and leadership, wildlife and nature conservation, STEM and so much more. Camp Shelanu offers a broad focus with specialty camp options and a commitment to inclusion and diversity. All campers get to swim every single day, with swim lessons for those who need them included in the tuition. Camp Shelanu is centered on Jewish values like giving, kindness, welcoming newcomers and repairing the world. While

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DURHAM ACADEMY SUMMER 3501 Ridge Rd., Durham 919-489-3400 ext. 6114; da.org/summer Durham Academy’s summer camps make use of the school’s 84 acres of campus and state-of-the-art facilities to create an experience that grows minds and fosters character. New for summer 2021 are transformative all-day experiences: Camp Evergreen (ages 3-11) is an all-day camp with the classic feel of a sleepaway camp, and the Summer Institute (ages 12 and older) is an all-day deep-dive option for campers who are interested in intellectual adventures. Also new this year is Night Camp (ages 10-14), an evening intensive that combines social fun, dinner and instruction in a variety of activities/subjects. Ages 3-18 Dates June 14-Aug. 6 Price Starting at $345 per week DURHAM ARTS COUNCIL 120 Morris St., Durham 919-560-2726; durhamarts.org One- and two-week cultural camps, oneweek mini camps, dance intensives and teen intensives. Themes vary based on age and type of camp. Ages Rising K-age 17 Dates June-August; day camp Price Call for inquiry. Scholarships available. DURHAM BALLET THEATRE 608 N. Duke St., Durham 919-680-4363; durhamballettheatre.org Dance and aerial camps, classes for all ages. Registration starts March 16. Ages 5-14 for camps, 4 and older for classes. Dates TBA Price Call or visit website. DURHAM BULLS YOUTH BASEBALL CAMPS 409 Blackwell St., Durham 919-687-6555; durhambulls.com Provides children an opportunity to interact and learn fundamental baseball skills and techniques from professional players and coaches in a relaxed environment over a three-day camp at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Ages 7-14 Dates Camp dates TBA, check website for more information. All camps are 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (includes registration and pickup time). 75 athletes maximum for each camp. Price $150 until Feb. 29; $175 starting March 1 

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DURHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS – CAMP FUNTASTIC Eno Valley Elementary, 117 Milton Rd., Durham Spring Valley Elementary, 2051 Northern Durham Pkwy., Durham WG Pearson Elementary, 3501 Fayetteville St., Durham 919-560-9488; dpsnc.net Four- or five-star licensed summer camps by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education that offer a wellrounded summer experience, including academic enrichment, science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Campers are placed in ageappropriate groups as they participate in weekly academic and STEAM-related activities and play sports, games, swim and explore their learning through weekly educational and recreational field trips at no extra cost. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided. Accepts DSS vouchers. Students receive a free T-shirt. Grades 1-5 Dates Check website for more information. Price Check website for more information.

DURHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS – CAMP 4 RISING K The Whitted School, 1210 Sawyer St., Durham 919-560-9488; dpsnc.net This rising kindergartener camp offers a well-rounded summer experience for every child. Campers explore science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM). Students participate in weekly STEAM-related activities, including sports, games, swimming and explore their learning through weekly field trips at no extra cost. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided. Students receive a free T-shirt. Ages Rising K students (must be 5 years old by Aug. 31, 2020) Dates Check website for more information. Price Check website for more information. EMERSON WALDORF SCHOOL 6211 New Jericho Rd., Chapel Hill, 919-967-1858; emersonwaldorf.org Early childhood camps offer outdoor play, stories and crafts. Grade camp themes include drawing, painting, fiber arts, outdoor exploration, farming, practical

living skills, woodworking, world languages and cultures, skateboarding and more. CIT program available. Ages 4 through high school age Dates Mid-June and July; 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Price $190-$275/week EMPOWER DANCE STUDIO – PINK DIAMOND CAMP & TEEN DANCE INTENSIVE 109 W. Parrish St., Durham 919-943-1099; empowerdancestudio.com/summercamps An empowering dance experience. The Pink Diamond Camp is a cultural experience including art and etiquette classes. Teen Dance focuses on self-awareness and positive self-image using dance and writing as a form of expression. Ages 6-17 Dates Weeklong, July 6-17 Price $350-$400

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BOUNCING BULLDOGS ENO RIVER ASSOCIATION – IWALK THE ENO 4404 Guess Rd., Durham 919-620-9099; iwalktheeno.org Science and nature day camps. iWalk the Eno at Eno River State Park has hands-on, feet-wet fun and learning. Ages 8-12 Dates June 14-18, 21-25 Price $245 per week, financial need scholarships available ENO RIVER ASSOCIATION – ENO FIELD STATION 4404 Guess Rd., Durham 919-620-9099; enofieldstation.org Science and nature day camps. Eno River Field Station at the Confluence Natural Area puts students in the field doing biological, earth and environmental research with scientists. Ages 12-15 Dates July 19-23 Price $245 per week, financial need scholarships available 

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FARM CAMP AT PIPER HILL 2340 Jessie Bridges Rd., Silk Hope 919-590-4120; camppiperhill.com Overnight weekend camps and weekly camps brought to you by 1870 Farm. Ages 8-13 Dates Visit website for more information. Price $255-$1,375/ week HILL LEARNING CENTER SUMMER PROGRAM 3200 Pickett Rd., Durham 919-489-7464; hillcenter.org/summer Offers individualized instruction with a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio in reading, writing, math and executive function for children with learning differences. Grades Rising grades 1-8 Dates June 28-July 30 (closed July 5); Two session options (8:30-11:30 a.m. or 1-4 p.m. daily) Price $3,075 IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL 721 Burch Ave., Durham 919-682-5847; immaculataschool.org Offering a variety of camps in academics, arts and crafts, language and culture, music, religion, sports, STEM and more. Visit website for details. Grades Pre-K through eighth grade Dates Weekly, June-August Price Varies by camp. INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL 3001 Academy Rd., Bldg. 300, Durham 919-401-4343; imsnc.org Summer camps for young children in a safe, nurturing environment, tucked away in Durham amongst the trees. Enthusiastic summer camp counselors delight in engaging your young child’s creativity and imagination through music, movement, stories and exciting, hands-on activities with others in a multi-age setting. Halfday and regular camps with early drop-off and late pickup available. Comprehensive health and safety protocols will continue to be followed as they have been during the school year. Ages Children who will be between 3 and 5 as of Aug. 31, 2021 Dates Check website after Feb. 1 Price Check website after Feb. 1 JUNIOR VET ACADEMY AT 1870 FARM 1224 Old Lystra Rd., Chapel Hill 919-590-4120; kidsvetclub.com Weekly camps for animal lovers and aspiring vets. Ages 8-13 Dates Visit website. Price $545-$1895

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KIDZU CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 201 S. Estes Dr., Chapel Hill 919-933-1455; kidzuchildrensmuseum.org Camp Kidzu is unique for its learning through play and is packed with enriching activities, process over product, games and songs that are age appropriate. Free play time in the museum before it’s open to the general public. Camp favorites include weekly themes of Pirates & Princesses, Lights! Camera! Action!, Tiny Tinkerers and more. New camps for this summer include Mini Magicians and Kidzu 2021: Summer Olympics. See website for weekly themes, descriptions and deadlines. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 3–5; 3 weeks for ages 6-11 Dates Weekly camps, June 1-Aug. 27; 9 a.m.–noon, optional aftercare until 1 p.m. Price See website for details. THE KID’S GYM 26 Knox Way, Chapel Hill 919-240-7093; kidsgymchapelhill.com Children will have the chance to release energy by participating in organized activities within the gym, unleash their creativity by completing various crafts and/ or projects and build character by working as a team to accomplish new challenges. Ages 5-12 Dates TBA, from 9 a.m.–noon Price $35/day LAKEWOOD YMCA & HOPE VALLEY FARMS YMCA 2119 Chapel Hill Rd., Durham, 919-401-9622; 4818 S. Roxboro St., Durham, 919-401-9621; ymcatriangle.org Camps with activities including swimming, sports (basketball/soccer/tennis), outdoor, teen leadership and arts and crafts. Ages 3-17 Dates June 14–Aug. 20 Price Call or visit website. MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF CHAPEL HILL 1702 Legion Rd., Chapel Hill 919-923-3339; mdsch.org Join Montessori Day School this summer for eight fun-filled weeks of camp. Each week will explore different themes filled with engaging activities. Email admin@mdsch. org for more information. Ages 2.5-6, 7-12 Dates June 14 -Aug. 13 (camp not in session July 5-9); 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Price $195/week

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MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DURHAM 2800 Pickett Rd., Durham 919-489-9045; msdurham.org Weekly themed camps include athletics, music, visual and performing arts, nature exploration, gardening and science. Ages 3-14 Dates June 14-Aug. 13 (closed week of July 5-9); half- and full-day camps Price Visit website. Registration begins January 27. MOREHEAD PLANETARIUM SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS 250 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill 919-962-1236; moreheadplanetarium.org/camp Encourage your child’s natural curiosity and intellectual growth by signing up for a camp at the newly renovated Morehead Planetarium & Science Center. Grades K–8 Dates Check website. Price Check website. PIEDMONT WILDLIFE CENTER Leigh Farm Park, 364 Leigh Farm Rd., Durham Blackwood Farm Park, 4215 N.C. Hwy. 86, Chapel Hill 919-489-0900; piedmontwildlifecenter.org/ summer-camp-2021 camp@piedmontwildlifecenter.org Offers a wide variety of outdoor day camps that connect kids to nature and community through exploration, games and wilderness skills. Exclusive teen programs include advanced skills camps, backpacking trips and a leadership (counselor-in-training) program. Ages 5-17 Dates June 7-Aug. 20; flexible drop-off starting at 7:45 a.m.; 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., aftercare available until 5:30 p.m. Price Varies, early bird and multi-camp specials available. PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHAPEL HILL AT BRIAR CHAPEL 81 Falling Springs Dr., Chapel Hill 919-441-0441; primrosechapelhill.com Imaginations take flight this summer through different weekly themes that engage school-aged children in creative critical thinking while doing fun, STEAMbased projects and weekly field trips for experiential learning. Grades K–5 Dates Weekly, June 14–Aug. 13, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Price Call for inquiry. 

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YMCA CAMP CHEERIO Residential camping for boys and girls rising 2nd to 10th grade Sessions from June 6th to August 20th Located on 150 acres in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Stone Mountain State Park Campers can enjoy over 35 activities including Archery, Canoeing, Climbing, Horseback Riding, Guitar, and more! Call (336)869-0195 or visit campcheerio.org for more information! January/February 2021

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SCHOOL OF ROCK CHAPEL HILL 1500 N. Fordham Blvd., Chapel Hill 919-338-1011; chapelhill.schoolofrock.com One-week day camps with a variety of musical themes. Grades Rising third graders through rising 12th graders (see camp descriptions on website for specifics). Dates Weeks of June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, Aug. 2 and Aug. 9; Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Price Varies. Call or visit website. OUR PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL 2400 University Dr., Durham 919-967-2700; ourplayhousepreschool.com Encourages hands-on learning as children explore their interests in indoor and outdoor classrooms. As children talk, hypothesize and problem solve with their peers, they gain a richer understanding of each topic. Topics include a curriculum based on daily sensory, art, building and movement activities along with plenty of outdoor play. Ages 2-6 Dates June 21-Aug. 13 Price Visit website for details. THE STUDIO SCHOOL OF DURHAM 1201 W. Woodcroft Pkwy., Durham 919-967-2700; studioschooldurham.org The Studio School of Durham gives the opportunity to discover, explore and engage in hands-on learning all summer long, offering a variety of themes for children that are guaranteed to spark their creativity in a safe and naturally inspiring environment. Ages 6-10 Dates June 21-July 30 Price Visit website for details. SUMMER @ SAINT MARY’S 900 Hillsborough St., Raleigh 919-424-4028; sms.edu Participants have the opportunity to explore new interests, build fundamental skills, pursue artistic dreams and expand academic horizons. Grades Rising grades K-9 Dates June 21-July 30, one-week sessions. Early morning drop-off and after-camp care. Full- and half-day, all-girl and co-ed offerings for day camps and residential programming available. Price $275+ per full week day session, $1,095 for one-week residential camps. 10% early bird discount through Jan. 2021.

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SUMMERSCAPE AT THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH 7005 Lead Mine Rd., Raleigh 919-848-1545, msr.org Eight weeklong camp sessions covering topics such as robotics, athletics, art, music, literature and much more. MSR students and non-students are encouraged to participate. Morning and full-day sessions and before-care options available. Ages 18 months–12th grade Dates Weekly, June 7-July 31 Price Varies by camp. Please visit website. TEMPLE THEATRE 120 Carthage St., Sanford 919-774-4512; templeshows.com An array of summer educational opportunities designed to promote creativity, discipline, self-confidence and teamwork. The summer conservatories include Musical Theatre Conservatory (2 sessions, 2 weeks, ages 8-18), Advanced Junior Musical Theatre Conservatory (1 week, ages 8-12), Advanced Teen Musical Theatre Conservatory (2 weeks, ages 13-18), Shakespeare Intensive (3 weeks, ages 13-18), Rising Stars (7 sessions, 1 week, ages 4-7). Visit website for more information, dates, times and pricing or contact Director of Education Alease Timbers at educationattemple@gmail.com or 919-774-4512, ext. 228. Ages 4–18 Dates June–August Price Varies for each conservatory. TRINITY SCHOOL OF DURHAM AND CHAPEL HILL 4011 Pickett Rd., Durham 919-402-8262; trinityschoolnc.org Camp topics include math, Latin, SAT prep, college essay writing, robotics, basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, cross-country, strength and conditioning, art, crafts and much more. Registration/catalog available online in January. Ages 5-18 (Rising K-12) Dates Weekly, June 7-Aug. 6; morning and afternoon sessions available Price Varies for each camp. YMCA CAMP CHEERIO 1430 Camp Cheerio Rd., Glade Valley 336–869-0195 (fall, winter, spring); 336-363-2604 (summer); campcheerio.org YMCA residential camp in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Activities offered include horseback riding, climbing, ropes course, aquatics, sports, field games, creative arts and nature study. Ages 7-15 Dates June 6–Aug. 20 Price $1,300-$2,600 CHM

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A Hillsborough mural reflects its community By B rooke Spach Photography by Mi ck Schu lte

atie Murray had her eye on the blank wall in Hillsborough’s Eno River Parking Deck from her first day as director of the Orange County Arts Commission in 2016. The

concrete slab was in desperate need of some color, but it would take four years for Katie’s vision to come to life. Enter Carlos González García, an artist who moved to Hillsborough from Mexico in 2020 and was looking for a space to start a mosaic school in the area. The pandemic halted his plans, but he soon discovered that he and Katie shared a mutual desire to get

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ABOVE “I met Carlos last winter ... and we just immediately kind of hit it off,” Katie says. BELOW Katie says that people used a range of materials – from broken ceramics to found objects like shells – to make their mosaics.

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the community involved in a project that would provide a bit of fun and distraction during quarantine. “We immediately became friends, as I was trying to help him find space for the school, and then COVID happened,” Katie says. “Both of us were super sad and thinking, ‘What can we do to cheer people up?’ But I think we also were trying to cheer ourselves up.” Carlos first had an idea to make a video showing how to craft mosaics at home. The two then decided to turn the venture into a public art project. Hillsborough community members would create their own 16-by-16inch mosaic tiles made from materials ranging from beer

caps to buttons and submit them as a piece of the final result – a mural on that empty parking deck wall. Volunteers had three months to make their mosaics, and for many, it was a family affair with parents and children working together on the project. Carlos created a guide for participants to follow, detailing the supplies needed and step-by-step instructions for how to create a mosaic tile. The only requirement for the tiles was that they needed to include a heart; otherwise, the volunteers had free reign to create their own masterpieces. The Arts Commission set up tables outside of its office at the Eno River Mill for

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participants to turn in their mosaics over a few weeks in October to avoid crowds. They ended up receiving 157 tiles, the exact number Katie and Carlos needed to create the 14-foot-tall, 20-foot-wide piece, which was completed in November. The center of the mural features the phrase “Love Hillsborough,” with each of the letters crafted by prominent figures in the Hillsborough community, including Mayor Jenn Weaver and Commissioner Mark Bell. N.C. House Rep. Graig Meyer created the letter “I” out of legos with his sons, William and Mason. “We’ve loved Legos for our whole lives, and we still play with them now,” William, 13 and an eighth grader at A.L. Stanback Middle School, says. “The color on the inside of the ‘I’ represents Hillsborough, and everything outside of that is gray …” adds Mason, 16 and a junior at Cedar Ridge High School. “It took us about two hours.” Carlos and Katie collaborated on the placement of each of the tiles, and Carlos grouted them, completing the mural installation in just three days. Katie says that this project also served as a way for the community to get to know Carlos and learn about mosaics before he opens his school. “When the time comes, he now has a built-in audience of over 150 families,” she says. Carlos hopes to offer classes in the Eno River Mill early this year. In the meantime, he’s manufacturing glass to sell as material for mosaics. He says he’s looking forward to providing these supplies to the community and hopes people will continue to experiment with mosaics. He and Katie agree that working on this project shows the resilience and creativity of the Hillsborough community and the unique way that art can bring people together. “It was a project of love,” Carlos says. “In hard times, love wins over anything else, including the pandemic.” CHM

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There’s no better time to spend an afternoon visiting some of the cultural and historical landmarks that make Carrboro unique. The

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walking tour of the historic downtown, and visitors and locals alike are bound to learn something new.

CARRBORO TOWN HALL Originally built to serve as a public school (1922-1959), Town Hall houses many of Carrboro’s administrative offices, including the mayor’s office.

ROY S. LLOYD BUILDING/CLIFF’S MEAT MARKET Located at 100 and 102 W. Main St., this building was constructed by the Lloyd family around 1950 and housed the family’s electrical business on the first floor while the family themselves lived on the second floor. In 1973, Cliff’s Meat Market opened for business.

CARRBORO CIVIC CLUB The Carrboro Civic Club was originally founded in 1945 under the name of the Carrboro Club for Town Improvement and Beautification. The building was originally owned by the Carrboro Woolen Mills and was donated to the Junior Service League of Chapel Hill, who in turn donated the building to the Carrboro Civic Club in 1945. For decades, the Carrboro Civic Club has completed projects that have enhanced the lives of Carrboro’s citizens.

CARRBORO CENTURY CENTER The building was constructed in the 1920s and was the home of the Carrboro Baptist Church. In 1997, the Town of Carrboro bought the building, and in 2000 it opened as the Century Center. It is currently home to the Carrboro Recreation, Parks, & Cultural Resources Department, Carrboro Police Department and the Cybrary, a branch of the Orange County Public Library.

TOWN COMMONS/CARRBORO FARMERS’ MARKET This park is the site of many of Carrboro’s town celebrations such as Carrboro Day, the Fourth of July celebration and the Halloween Carnival. Twice weekly, the Carrboro Farmers’ Market convenes on this site supplying Carrboro with a wide variety of food, all grown within 50 miles of Carrboro.

EAST MAIN STREET This stretch of Main Street was Carrboro’s original business district. A fire destroyed the original wooden buildings, and the brick buildings seen today were constructed in the 1920s. The buildings were once home to such businesses as the Melba Movie Theater, Lloyd-Ray Hardware Store and Merritt Drug Store.

STRAYHORN HOUSES Located at 107 and 109 Jones Ferry Rd., these two houses were once owned by William and Toney Strayhorn. Toney Strayhorn was a former slave who built his house at 109 Jones Ferry Rd. shortly after the Civil War. His son, William, built the house standing at 107 Jones Ferry Rd. in 1915.

106 E. MAIN ST. Currently home to Bank of America, this building was the first commercial brick building in Carrboro. The building was constructed around 1924 and was originally the R.H. Marks Dry Goods Store.

MILL SUPERINTENDENT’S HOUSE/CLUB NOVA Located at 103 W. Main St., this building served as the mill superintendent’s house until 1938. Today, the building houses Club Nova, a therapeutic clubhouse that provides psychiatric rehabilitation services.

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ELIZABETH COTTEN BIKEWAY This bike path that connects Carrboro and Chapel Hill is named after one of Carrboro’s most famous citizens. Elizabeth Cotten gained fame for her song, “Freight Train,” which was added to the Library of Congress.

OLD CARRBORO CEMETERY Carrboro’s oldest cemetery has been in use since the early 1910s, with the oldest marked stone dating back to 1915. CAT’S CRADLE This famed local music venue has been host to some of music’s most famous artists, such as R.E.M., Pearl Jam and Nirvana. THE ARTSCENTER This community gathering spot is a place where local artists can show off many of their newest creations and people can attend performances. GATES OF BEAUTY Currently an auto repair shop, this building was home to the Hollywood Theatre, the famed Black-only theater of the mid-1940s and ’50s. The Hollywood featured Friday, Saturday and Sunday shows with a 10-cent admission. LLOYD GRISTMILL The original building on this site was erected in the 1880s but was destroyed by fire in 1916. The building was rebuilt shortly after and is still standing today. It was originally a gristmill and cotton gin and has been the site of many businesses since. CARRBORO RAILROAD STATION This railroad station built in 1913 was the impetus for Carrboro’s creation. Originally called “West Of” because of its proximity to Chapel Hill, settlements around the railroad station eventually led to the formation of Carrboro.

THE FLATIRON BUILDING This unique triangular building was modeled after the famous Flatiron Building in New York City. It was originally built in the 1920s and has housed many businesses, including a post office. WEAVER STREET MARKET Known as “Carrboro’s front yard,” Weaver Street Market is a community cooperative of locally grown organic produce and products. The lawn in front of the market is a gathering place and hosts many events from craft fairs to concerts. CARR MILL MALL Originally called Alberta Cotton Mill, this building was built by Thomas Lloyd in 1898. This brought jobs and people to the area and spurred the growth of Carrboro. The mill was bought by Julian Carr, Carrboro’s namesake, in 1909. By the 1970s, the building was vacant and slated for demolition but was saved by the local citizens as a historical landmark. FITCH LUMBER & HARDWARE This business was founded in 1898 and opened in Carrboro in 1923. The railroad and the mill allowed Fitch Lumber & Hardware to thrive and is one of Carrboro’s original and longest-lasting businesses. POPLAR AVENUE/LINDSAY STREET/WEAVER STREET These streets encompass much of Carrboro’s original residential district. These typical mill houses are good examples of the architectural style of the 1920s and 1930s. CHM

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The Drive-In at Carraway Village opened in October as a venue for Film Fest 919, and now its 50-foot-wide screen features new and old films along with seasonal showings such as The Royal Ballet’s “The Nutcracker.” The drive-in, located at 600 Carraway Crossing, has room for food trucks and 140 socially distanced cars.

Church Rd. in the fall. Owners Brian O’Hara and Melissa O’Hara said Carolina Grove offers both an indoor, barnstyle space with natural lighting and an outdoor space with plentiful hardwood trees and alfresco courtyards.

Dr. Hana C. Hobbs opened a periodontist and implantology dental center in Hillsborough at 406 Millstone Dr. in November. Dr. Hobbs began her first private practice in Durham in 1997 and has more than 25 years of experience in dental and periodontal work. Carolina Grove wedding venue opened outside of Hillsborough at 1001 Lipscomb Grove

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Union Grove Farm wedding venue opened in August and features 10-plus acres of vineyards, orchards and gardens along with a 4,000-square-foot post-andbeam barn. Owners Peter Bohlen and Nicole Bohlen hosted their first small events this fall. Union Grove Farm is located at 1052 Lily Pad Ln. just north of Calvander.

CLOSURES

CommunityWorx closed its Chapel Hill thrift shop at 103 S. Elliott Rd. in mid-

December after 40 years at that location. The nonprofit continues to take donations at its Carrboro location at 125 W. Main St. and anticipates expanding shopping hours to seven days a week in the

future. CommunityWorx also opened an online thrift shop in November that showcases high-end products available at thrift shop prices.

WHAT AN HONOR

Rivers Agency won five MarCom awards in November, recognizing the advertising agency’s creative endeavors in rebranding and production of marketing and commercial materials and programs. Rivers won three platinum awards, the highest honor, in the Online App category for its work on Bum Dash’s cloth diaper service app, in the Pro Bono category for the You Can Help Me #wearamask PSA and in the Advertising Campaign category for Experience Downtown Chapel Hill’s response to COVID-19. The agency also won a gold award in the Integrated Marketing category for its work on First Bank’s Bank@Home campaign that promoted online benefits and was recognized with an honorary mention in the Branding category

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MERGERS, ACQUISITIONS, PROMOTIONS

The Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro Board Development Committee nominated the following individuals to serve three-year terms, starting January 2021, on the Chamber’s 35-member Board of Directors: •

Jes Averhart, Jes & Co.

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Zoë Dehmer, Acme Food and Beverage Co.

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Lori Doherty, Doherty Home Inspections

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Poonam Nandani, Hendrick Southpoint Auto Mall

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Eliazar Posada, El Centro Hispano

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Mike Vikitsreth, Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant

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Connolly Walker, Connolly Walker State Farm

In addition, the following individuals will be appointed to one-year terms on the Chamber Board of Directors: •

Tim Dalton, Truist

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Greg Fitch, Fitch Creations and Fearrington Village

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Jamil Kadoura, Mediterranean Deli, Bakery, and Catering

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Holmes Oil Company, the Chapel Hill-based parent company of Cruizers convenience stores, sold its assets to Charleston, South Carolina-based Refuel Operating Co. LLC. Edward Holmes founded Holmes Oil in 1997 when he bought Kenan Oil Co. Holmes Oil owned and operated 26 Cruizers in the Chapel Hill-Durham area. “Edward has built a wonderful company over the years, and we are extremely excited to welcome their employees to the Refuel family,” Refuel CEO Mark Jordan said to Convenience Store News. “Cruizers has an established footprint in the attractive Raleigh-Durham market and provides us with immediate density as Refuel expands into North Carolina.”

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The Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro hosts its 78th Annual Meeting virtually on Jan. 29, from 8-10 a.m., live from The Carolina Club. There will be networking breakout rooms and a program that will celebrate the successes of local businesses from 2020 and preview developments for 2021. carolinachamber.org On Feb. 18, SCORE Chapel Hill Durham host the live webinar, “How to Choose the Right E-Commerce Technology to Grow Your Small Business” with featured speaker Ryan Kelly, FedEx vice president of global e-commerce marketing. This webinar will focus on real-world market trends in technology for small businesses as well as choosing the right technology for your business. chapelhilldurham.score.org CHM

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esigner Christy O’Hara was met with a blank slate at her client’s twobedroom, two-bathroom condo on the eighth floor at 140 West Franklin. No furniture. No toiletries. There wasn’t even food in the pantry. The client, who recently took an executive position at a nearby life sciences company,

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The metal butterfly piece by local artist Tommy Mitchell (above) and the golden ducks from Currey & Company (below) are some of the client’s favorite additions. The damask wallpaper in the master bedroom is embossed with a reptile-like finish, lending texture and pattern to the room.

purchased the condo in July 2019. It wasn’t meant to be his primary residence – he lives on a gentleman’s farm with chickens, ducks and horses in Pennsylvania – but the condo was going to be a weekday retreat and a chance to enjoy the perks of living in a more urban setting. “After a long day of work, I want to come home and not have to get back in the car,” he says. “140 West was perfect because I’d be there mostly by myself and I can walk to everything – different restaurants, shops – [to] do anything I needed.” He selected this ideal location but brought nothing else. He and his wife, who would be visiting periodically from Pennsylvania, chose Christy of Steel Roots Home Decor to handle the job of filling the space. “I probably would not have done anything to the condo [if not for my wife],” he says. “I probably would have just come home from work, done more work and fallen asleep wherever.” The couple met Christy just once, and she learned everything about their design preferences, like preferred color palette and favorite textiles and textures. Christy finished the project in November 2019, turning those predilections into a stunning reality complete with personal touches like framed family photographs. The owner walked into his 1,200-square-foot home away from home after three months to find a downtown getaway that mixed neutral colors and custom designs. At first glance, he saw a photo of his family smiling back at him, displayed on a new Samsung TV. The couple especially loved the five little golden ducks, symbolizing their family of five, on the right nightstand. Even in more hidden spots, Christy included special surprises. 58

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“There’s a piece of metal that she had [attached] to the back of the counter,” he says. “It’s really spectacular. If you look at the bottom of it, it has mine and my wife’s initials, which you wouldn’t really notice if I hadn’t told you. When I look at that, I think of my wife.” The entire kitchen backsplash, in fact, features more metalwork handmade by IronHouse Forge in Raleigh, just one of many local products and makers Christy prefers to incorporate into her designs. Past the kitchen and down the hallway to the right, Christy sourced a three-dimensional metal butterfly piece crafted by Hillsborough-based artist Tommy Mitchell. And to her tech-savvy client’s delight, the floor-to-ceiling window coverings from Benchmark Shutter & Shades in Apex open at the click of a button from his phone. The light fixtures from Currey & Company operate the same way. Christy says she peered through her own husband’s bathroom cabinets when adding her final touches, supplying the types of products she thought her clients would enjoy. “I wanted it to be where there was no detail that wasn’t thought of,” Christy says, “so that when he moved in, he had every little thing he could possibly need in addition to having a beautiful, functional space.” CHM

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he Carrboro home of Douglas V. Pierson and Youn Choi is harmonious with its surrounding landscape, resembling a black snake sunning itself on the hillside. “The exterior is the skin of a snake; inside the gut is where we’re living,” Youn says as she points to a wall running through the center of a miniature three-dimensional model of the home she and her 60

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At the far end of the home, Doug sits with his daughter, Sora, 15, beside a floor-to-ceiling glass wall that offers a view of a meadow and creek below the hillside. “For the house, we wanted to figure out how to address the hillside, how to honor the hillside and how to honor the scale of the neighborhood, too,” Doug says.

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husband designed. “We created an internal system, right in the middle – that’s where ducts, electricity and all those things run.” The entrance of the home appears two-dimensional as you view it from the family’s gravel driveway, but as you walk farther down the hillside, more of the house reveals itself. In Doug’s words, the shape of the house is fairly simple – three sections that connect at two points to form the letter “Z.” Anchored by a concrete slab, the home was built up and into the wooded hillside. “There are three main elements of the structure: live, work and sleep from low to medium to high,” he says. “And work is the mediator that connects the two in the middle.” The master bedroom and kids’ rooms occupy the top third, an office-workshop space fills the center, and the kitchen and living room

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When they’re not shopping at Fitch Lumber & Hardware or pitching designs to clients, you can often find Youn and Doug in the kitchen preparing AmericanKorean fusion dishes for their kids.

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Our life is pretty chaotic. ... When I come home, I prefer to have an almost empty house; I want it to be very clean and quiet. But at the same time, I want us, as living creatures in the space, to be highlighted. We are the art. I don’t like to be dictated by the art I put up on the wall,” Youn says.

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“Everything is visually connected, to a certain extent; you still have privacy in the rooms, but you get a sense of visual connection throughout the house,” Doug says.

take up the bottom third. At the far end of the home, a floor-to-ceiling glass wall offers a view of a meadow and creek below the hillside. Doug and Youn individually developed reputations for world-class architectural design projects over the past two decades. They started a new chapter of their professional and personal lives with a move to Carrboro in 2016, founding pod architecture + design PLLC – an integrated architecture, interiors and experiential graphics design studio – with their more than 50 years combined experience. They approach each new project as partners by first taking the location and surrounding environment into consideration. “We think about a design from conception all the way to the customer in the kitchen and socks in the drawers,” Doug laughs. Youn uses wayfinding to cultivate natural movement among spaces, whether it’s for previous projects, such as Los Angeles International Airport or Universal CityWalk in Orlando, Florida, or her own driveway. At 2,000 square feet, the contemporary design of their home eliminates the potential for wasted space. “[The 1.25 acre lot had] so many restrictions, setbacks, no-build areas and open-space zones that no one wanted to buy the property,” Doug recalls. But the duo had a clear vision for their Carolina home and started construction in 2018. Its completion was hindered by several unpredictable obstacles: the pandemic, a six-month arrival delay of building materials from New Bern due to Hurricane Florence and a freak accident 14 months ago when a tornado struck

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Supplied from trees that were removed from the property during construction, the loblolly pine that is used throughout the residence showcases the handiwork of Oscar, 18, and Sora. They assisted with its cutting and staining.

• Millwork, built-ins, wood siding and finishes pod architecture + design • Sawmill wood siding from site trees Scott Smith with quartersawnoak.com • Radiant heating in concrete floor Mike Tourville with Essential Engineering Company PLLC • Polished concrete blocks Mark Mercurio with Stonehenge Masonry Inc. and David McQueen with Adams • Furniture provided by Beth Bridgers with BeyondBlue Interiors • Construction material and supplies David Fitch with Fitch Lumber & Hardware • Plumbing Tim Peck with Running Water Plumbing and Drain Cleaning Inc. • Mechanical Bryan Boer with Boer Brothers Heating & Cooling • Electrical Julian Nuñez with Action Solar & Electric LLC • Grading Steve Smith with Arnold Smith Excavating Inc. • Metal siding Daniel Riccitelli and Frank Edwards • Wood flooring John McCullough with Down Under Flooring • Glazing Armin Reischl with Eurostar Fenestration • Structural Engineer Rob Munach with Excel Engineering • Tile Cirilo Leon Escalante with Leones Tile

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Raleigh, blowing over the truck delivering their plumbing fixtures. The one-year build turned into two, but Doug and Youn are thankful for everyone who played a role in assembling their home. Even their kids, Oscar, 18, and Sora, 15, contributed to the project’s culmination. The loblolly pine – supplied from trees that were removed during construction – that is used throughout the residence showcases their handiwork; they assisted with its cutting and staining, and the wood can be found on the walls, shelves and built-ins. Recycling materials is just one way Doug and Youn practice sustainable architecture. “We like to say that 80% of green design is all the little stuff, and the remaining 20% or less is the sexy stuff like solar panels, renewable energy and stuff like that,” Doug says. The “little stuff” includes thermal concrete blocks that frame the base of the building. Concrete is a thermal mass, Doug explains. “So at night, when it’s colder, it releases the heat, and by the morning when you wake

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CHAPEL HILL East Franklin Street Bandido’s Mexican Cafe Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 159½ 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 Carolina Coffee Shop Casual American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 138 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-6875; carolinacoffeeshop.com Cosmic Cantina Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 128 E. Franklin St.; 919-960-3955 Curry Point Express Indian fare including curry, biryani and wraps. 118 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-9000; currypointexpresstogo.com Down Time Craft beer, pizza, tacos, wraps, paninis and more. 201 E. Franklin St.; 828-719-5376; downtimechapelhill.com Epilogue Independent bookstore and Mexican-style chocolatería. 109 E. Franklin St., Ste. 100; 919-913-5055; epiloguebookcafe.com Four Corners American fare, nachos, wings, pasta. 175 E. Franklin St.; 919-537-8230; fourcornersgrille.com Hibachi & Company Japanese fast-casual spot serving healthy hibachi- and teriyakistyle dishes. 153 E. Franklin St.; 919-903-8428; hibachicompany.com

Sutton’s Drug Store Old-fashioned diner known for its hot dogs, burgers and sandwiches like “Roy’s Reuben.” 159 E. Franklin St.; 919-942-5161; suttonsdrugstore.com Time-Out Southern comfort food 24 hours a day. 201 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-2425; timeout247.com Top of the Hill A Chapel Hill brewery that also offers American food, like burgers and flatbreads. 100 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-8676; thetopofthehill.com

Brandwein’s Bagels Classic New York bagels and breakfast sandwiches. 505 W. Rosemary St.; 919-240-7071; brandweinsbagels.com Bread & Butter Bakery & Coffeeshop Bread, cinnamon rolls, scones, desserts. 503 W. Rosemary St.; 919-960-5998; chapelhillbakery.com

TRU Deli & Wine Bar Sandwiches and wine. 114 Henderson St.; 919-240-7755; trudeli.com

BUNS Gourmet burgers, fries and shakes made from fresh ingredients. 107 N. Columbia St.; 919-240-4746; bunsofchapelhill.com

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

Carolina Brewery The fifth-oldest brewery in the state featuring Carolina cuisine. 460 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-1800; carolinabrewery.com

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Cat Tales Cat Cafe A two-story coffee/ beer/wine cafe home to 12 adoptable cats. 431 W. Franklin St.; cattalescatcafe.com

411 West Fresh pasta, seafood and pizzas inspired by the flavors of Italy and the Mediterranean, with a healthy California twist; outdoor dining. 411 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-2782; 411west.com Al’s Burger Shack Gourmet burgers and fries. 516 W. Franklin St.; 919-904-7659; alsburgershack.com

Imbibe Bottle shop and restaurant serving pizza, salads and appetizers. 108 Henderson St.; 919-636-6469; imbibenc.com

B.GOOD Seasonal, sustainably sourced burgers, salads and bowls that rotate with local harvests. 133 W. Franklin St.; 984-255-1455; bgood.com

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

Beer Study Bottle shop with in-store drafts and growlers to go. 106 N. Graham St.; 919-240-5423; beerstudy.com

Möge Tee Bubble tea shop offering cheese foam fruit tea, fresh milk tea, fruit parfaits and fruit yakult. 151 E. Franklin St.; 984-2343278; mogeteechapelhill.com

Blue Dogwood Public Market Food hall with individually-owned food stalls including traditional Persian, vegan soul food, North Carolina barbecue and a nutrient-dense weekly pre-order menu. 306 W. Franklin St.; 919-717-0404; bluedogwood.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

Boro Beverage Co. Locally made kombucha and craft sodas on tap. 400 W. Rosemary St., Ste. 1005; 919-537-8001; borobeverage.com

Blue’s on Franklin North Carolina barbecue, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and salads. 110 West Franklin St.; 919-240-5060; bluesonfranklin.com

Chimney Indian Kitchen + Bar Traditional Indian dishes and unique options like pista korma and lobster pepper masala. 306 W. Franklin St., Ste. D; 984-234-3671; chimneyindiankitchen.com CholaNad Restaurant & Bar Contemporary and traditional South Indian cuisine. Catering available. 310 W. Franklin St.; 800-246-5262; cholanad.com 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; outdoor dining. 211 Pittsboro St.; 919-918-2777; crossroadscuisine.com Elaine’s on Franklin Fine regional American cuisine, made with the freshest local ingredients. 454 W. Franklin St.; 919-960-2770; elainesonfranklin.com

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Heavenly Buffaloes Chicken wings as well as vegan wings with more than 25 rubs and sauces. 407 W. Franklin St.; 919-914-6717; heavenlybuffaloes.com/chapel-hill Italian Pizzeria III Pizza, Italian entrees, calzones and subs. The “place to be” in Chapel Hill for 40 years. 508 W. Franklin St.; 919-968-4671; italianpizzeria3.com Kurama Sushi & Noodle Express Dumplings, salads, noodle dishes. 105 N. Columbia St.; 919-968-4747; kuramasushinoodle.com La Résidence French-inspired cuisine made from fresh ingredients. 202 W. Rosemary St.; 919-967-2506; laresidencedining.com Lantern Pan-Asian cuisine. 423 W. Franklin St.; 919-969-8846; lanternrestaurant.com Lime & Basil Vietnamese fare. 200 W. Franklin St.; 919-967-5055; limeandbasil.com 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 Mama Dip’s Traditional Southern specialties, brunch and dinner classics like fried chicken and Brunswick stew. 408 W. Rosemary St.; 919-942-5837; mamadips.com Might As Well Bar & Grill Bar favorites, plus pizza, burgers, wings and more. 206 W. Franklin St.; 984-234-3333; chapelhill.mightaswellbarandgrill.com Mint Indian Cuisine North Indian subz korma and chicken jalfrezi. 504 W. Franklin St.; 919-929-6188; mintunc.com The Northside District Specialty cocktails and international small plates. 403 W. Rosemary St.; 919-391-7044; thenorthsidedistrict.com Pho Happiness Pho noodle soup, vermicelli plates and vegetarian/gluten-free options. 104 N. Graham St.; 919-942-8201; phohappiness.com The Pizza Press Build-your-own pizza, salads and craft beer. 133 W. Franklin St., Ste. 120; 984-234-0081; thepizzapress.com The Purple Bowl Acai bowls, toast, smoothies, coffee. 306-B W. Franklin St.; 919-903-8511; purplebowlch.com Que Chula Authentic Mexican food, tacos and craft tequilas. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 110; 919-903-8000; quechulatacos.com Spicy 9 Sushi Bar & Asian Restaurant Sushi, Thai curries, bibimbap and other Asian entrees. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 150; 919-903-9335; spicy9chapelhill.com

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Summit Coffee Cold brews, lattes, teas, special blends and more. 140 W. Franklin St., Ste. 120; 704-895-9090; summitcoffee.com Talulla’s Authentic Turkish cuisine; all ABC permits. 456 W. Franklin St.; 919-933-1177; talullas.com Trolly Stop - The Beach on Franklin Specialty hot dogs and burgers. 104 W. Franklin St.; 919-240-4206; trollystophotdogs.com Vimala’s Curryblossom Café 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 YoPo of Chapel Hill Since 1982, YoPo has served frozen yogurt, treats and shakes with unique flavors. 106 W. Franklin St.; 919-942-7867; yogurtpump.com Village Plaza/East Franklin Street/ Eastgate Crossing/Rams Plaza Breadman’s A variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads and grilled meat, with daily soup and specials. All-day breakfast; catering available. 261 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-967-7110; breadmens.com Caffé Driade Carrboro Coffee, bowlsize lattes, local baked goods, beer and wine. 1215-A E. Franklin St.; 919-942-2333; caffedriade.com Casa Maria Latin Cuisine Specialty dips, ceviche, street tacos, nachos, burritos and salads. 1502 E. Franklin St.; 919-929-6566; casamariacuisine.com The Casual Pint Upscale craft beer market with beers and wine on tap, and ice-cream sandwiches. 201 S. Elliott Rd., Ste. 51; 919-967-2626; chapelhill.thecasualpint.com CAVA Customizable Mediterranean bowls, salads, pitas and soups. 79 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-636-5828; cava.com Chopt Offers unique salads, grain and quinoa bowls. Eastgate Crossing; 919-240-7660; choptsalad.com Clean Juice Certified organic juices, smoothies, bowls and snacks. Eastgate Crossing; 919-590-5133; cleanjuice.com Crab House Company Fresh, flavorful seafood. 237 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-903-9015; crabhouseco.com Dunk & Slide at Whole Foods Market Allday breakfast, sushi and more. 81 S. Elliott Rd.; 919-968-1983; wholefoodsmarket.com

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The Ghost Kitchen & Delivery Co. Chapel Hill’s first delivery-only restaurant group. The group consists of two virtual restaurants, Bistro 501 and The BBQ Company of Chapel Hill. 1322 N. Fordham Blvd.; ghostkitcheneats.com Guglhupf Bake Shop European-style breads, pastries and coffee. Eastgate Crossing; 919-914-6511; guglhupf.com/ chapel-hill-bake-shop Il Palio at The Siena Hotel AAA Five Diamond restaurant serving Italian specialties like burrata and butternut squash ravioli. 1505 E. Franklin St.; 919-9182545; ilpalio.com Japan Express Hibachi-style meals and sushi. 106 S. Estes Dr.; doordash.com Just Salad Salads, wraps, smoothies, soups, grain bowls, market plates and toast boxes. 111 S. Elliott Rd.; justsalad.com Kipos Greek Taverna Greek cuisine in a relaxed, upscale setting with outdoor dining. Eastgate Crossing; 919-425-0760; kiposchapelhill.com La Hacienda Burritos, salads, quesadillas, tacos. 1813 Fordham Blvd.; 919-967-0207 The Loop Pizza Grill Pizzas, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers. Eastgate Crossing; 919-969-7112; looppizzagrill.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 Mexican Grill Tacos, quesadillas, burritos and more. Rams Plaza; 919-969-8750; monterreychapelhill.com Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant Unlimited sushi and hibachi. Rams Plaza; 919-2404552; mrtokyojapanese.com/chapel-hill 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 Sutton’s in the Atrium A cafe version of Sutton’s Drug Store with menu options including its famous hot dogs, salads and more. 100 Europa Dr.; 919-240-4471; suttonsdrugstore.com Tandoor Indian Restaurant Traditional Indian cuisine, vegan options. 1301 E. Franklin St.; 919-967-6622; tandoorindian.com Twisted Noodles Thai noodle soups, pan-fried noodles. Eastgate Crossing; 919-933-9933; twistednoodlesch.com

JOYO U S CO O K ING MORETON NE AL IS AN AUTHOR AND INTERIOR DESIGNER WHO LIVES IN CHAPEL HILL. SHE IS A LIFELONG FOODIE, HAVING CO-FOUNDED LA RÉSIDENCE IN 1976.

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The worst, and also the best, part of pandemic isolation has been limited choices. “Where shall we go for dinner tonight?” is a question we no longer ask. Popping off to the grocery store for eggs or butter can’t be taken for granted anymore. Like most of you, we stock up on canned goods, pasta and frozen items on our infrequent shopping trips. Luckily, we were signed up for a weekly box of Ten Mothers Farm produce before the pandemic began. This commitment forces us to seek ways to incorporate offbeat vegetables like kohlrabi, Japanese turnips and pea shoots into our cooking repertoire. Making due with what we had on hand became a challenging adventure. All those emails from NYT Cooking, Food52, Bon Appétit and Milk Street, previously unread, are now welcome additions to my inbox. Their food writers share the refreshing belief that we all can’t get enough comfort food. Pasta, polenta and mashed potatoes – squishy carbs I avoided for years – are our new essentials. And then there are pies, both sweet and savory, and their cousins, the galettes, tarts and cobblers. I learned to make frangipane filling and experimented with melted butter pastry. With my design business somewhat diminished, I have more time to cook. Accompanied by the jaw-dropping news of the day on my kitchen TV or, more happily, videos from Nancie McDermott (now available to everyone on her website, nanciemcdermott.com) or Bill Smith, I cook every evening. I experiment with my husband’s suggestions from his own food magazine emails. Trendier recipes call for sumac, miso, asafetida and other items we don’t have lying around, but the more empathetic columnists suggest substitutes for housebound cooks – a welcome accommodation. It’s perfectly fine to use a yellow onion when you don’t have a leek! With no one to share in all this delicious food, we devour the leftovers for lunch. A bitter reckoning will come when I finally have to put on something that zips or

MUSHROOM-CASHEW SOUP

This has been adapted from a vegan recipe that uses cashews rather than cream to enrich the soup. That recipe called for water instead of chicken stock, but stock adds much-needed flavor here. Serves 4 ¼ cup olive oil 12 oz. mixed mushrooms, chopped 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 shallots, finely chopped Kosher salt 4 garlic cloves, minced (about 1½ Tbsp.) ½ tsp. dried thyme ½ cup dry white wine 5 cups chicken stock ¼ cup raw cashews 1 Tbsp. red or white miso (can substitute soy sauce) Freshly ground black pepper Chopped parsley or chives, optional

buttons. But for now, cooking and eating have been a pleasure and a refuge through this crazy time. Meanwhile, restaurants are suffering. In November, a heartbreaking News & Observer article listed dozens of restaurant closings including too many from Chapel Hill and Carrboro: Elmo’s Diner, Lula’s, City Kitchen, Tyler’s Restaurant & Taproom, K&W Cafeteria, and most recently, longtime breakfast spot Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe have closed. Others are teetering on the edge, though efforts such as sidewalk dining and Franklin Street’s new pickup lane for takeout have helped sustain our downtown eateries. Some are being supported by understanding local landlords who have lowered rents. Others are being pushed out at this critical time by corporate landlords from out of state. What will happen to the rest remains to be seen.

In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat oil over mediumhigh. Arrange mushrooms in a single layer and cook undisturbed until browned underneath, about 3 minutes. Stir and continue to cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown all over. Using a slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms to a plate, leaving oil behind. Add onion and shallots to pot, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often and reducing heat as needed if beginning to brown, until very soft. Add garlic and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add thyme and wine, and cook until liquid is almost completely evaporated, about 1 minute. Add chicken stock, and return mushrooms to the pot. Bring to a simmer. Transfer 2 cups of soup (including some mushrooms) to a blender, and add cashews and miso. Puree until very smooth and stir back into soup. Simmer, stirring occasionally, about 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and, if desired, top with parsley or chives. CHM

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University Place Alfredo’s Pizza Villa Pizzas, calzones, salads, subs, pasta, desserts. 919-968-3424; alfredospizzanc.com bartaco Tacos, fresh-juice cocktails, poke and mole options. 910-807-8226; bartaco.com Hawkers Inspired by Southeast Asia's street fare, this eatery features homemade favorites, from dumplings to curries. Outdoor seating available. 919-415-1799; eathawkers.com Maple View Mobile Ice cream outpost of the Hillsborough dairy farm. 919-244-1949; mapleviewmobile.com Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill Southern favorites like deviled eggs meet steakhouse mainstays like the legendary 12 oz. filet. 919-914-6688; stoneyriver.com Trilogy American cafe featuring innovative twists on classic dishes. Outdoor seating available. Silverspot Cinema; 919-357-9887; silverspot.net Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (Airport Road) Hunam Chinese Restaurant Cantonese cuisine. 790 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-967-6133; hunamrestaurant.net 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 Cafe & Catering Sandwiches, salads, desserts and more. Online ordering and pickup, weekly prepared meals, groceries to-go box and Friday night specials. 750 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-9673663; rootcellarchapelhill.com

Timberlyne/Chapel Hill North Area Chapel Hill Wine Company Wine store with bottles from all over the globe. 2809 Homestead Rd.; 919-968-1884; chapelhillwinecompany.com Deli Edison Neighborhood deli with bagels, sandwiches, salads. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd.; 919-929-7700; deliedison.com Farm House Restaurant Steaks, salads, potatoes. 6004 Millhouse Rd. (N.C. 86 N.); 919-929-5727; farmhousesteakhouse.com

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Joe Van Gogh Coffee, tea and pastries. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-967-2002; joevangogh.com Magone Italian Grill & Pizza Italian mains. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-904-7393; magone-italian-grill-pizza.business.site Margaret’s Cantina Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-942-4745; margaretscantina.com New Hope Market Breakfast and daily specials like burgers, soups and more. 6117 N.C. Hwy. 86 S.; 919-240-7851

elements Cuisine combining classical and modern Asian and European cooking techniques; check out the wine bar with full menu next door. 2110 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8780; elementsofchapelhill.com First Watch French toast, pancakes and specialty omelets. 1101 Environ Way, East 54; 919-537-8488; firstwatch.com Hawthorne & Wood Fine dining cuisine with an outdoor patio, a fully stocked bar and an extensive international wine list. 3140 Environ Way, East 54; 919-240-4337; hawthorneandwood.com

OiShii Specialty rolls, teriyaki, stir-fry, sushi. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-932-7002; oishiiroll.com

Jujube Eclectic, modern cuisine inspired by the classic flavors of China and Vietnam. Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-9600555; jujuberestaurant.com

The Pig Barbecue, fried tofu, collards. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd., Ste. 101; 919-942-1133; thepigrestaurant.com

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

Piggyback Classic cocktails, beer and wine and unexpected, creative bar food. 630 Weaver Dairy Rd.; 919-240-4715

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

Pop’s Pizzeria Pizzas, calzones, stromboli, pasta. 1822 MLK Jr. Blvd.; 919-932-1040; pops-pizzeria.com

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Queen of Pho Vietnamese offerings like banh mi 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 Sage Vegetarian Cafe Vegetarian fare. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-968-9266; sagevegetariancafe.com Sal’s Pizza & Ristorante Thin-crust and deep-dish pizzas plus an array of Italian comfort food. 2805 Homestead Rd.; 919-932-5125; salspizzaofchapelhill.com YOPOP Frozen Yogurt Frozen yogurt shop featuring 14 flavors, bubble tea and smoothies. Timberlyne Shopping Center; 919-537-8229

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 Fusion Fish Tapas, family-style dinners and sushi. 100 Meadowmont Village Circle; 919-903-8416; fusionfishcuisine.com Meet Fresh Taiwanese desserts and teas. 407 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-999-4983; meetfresh.us/en Quickly Hot and cold tea drinks in addition to Asian street food. 503 Meadowmont Village Circle; 984-234-0401; quicklychapelhill.com Southern Village

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Al’s Burger Shack Gourmet burgers and fries. 708 Market St.; 919-914-6694; alsburgershack.com

Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas. 6209-B Falconbridge Rd.; 919-493-0904; amantepizza.com

La Vita Dolce Pastries, sorbet, gelato, coffee. 610 Market St.; 919-968-1635; lavitadolcecafe.com

BIN 54 Steaks, seafood and other fine American food. Everything made in-house. Glen Lennox Shopping Center; 919-969-1155; bin54chapelhill.com

Market and Moss American cuisine made with fresh local ingredients. 700 Market St.; 919-929-8226; marketandmoss.com

Brenz Pizza Co. Specialty pizzas, subs, salads. 3120 Environ Way, East 54; 919-636-4636; brenzpizzaco.com Coco Bean Coffee Shop Locally owned coffee shop offering Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee and a vegan market. 1114 Environ Way, East 54; 919-883-9003; cocobeancoffeeshop.com

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Rasa Malaysia Authentic Malaysian dishes. 410 Market St.; 984-234-0256; rasamalaysiach.com Town Hall Grill Sandwiches, steak, seafood, Italian dishes. 410 Market St.; 919-960-8696; thetownhallgrill.com Weaver Street Market Food bar items available as grab and go. 716 Market St.; 919-929-2009; weaverstreetmarket.coop

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Coronato Pizza Roman-style pizza, snacks and salads. 101 Two Hills Rd., Ste. 140; 919-240-4804; coronatopizza.com

CARRBORO Downtown 401 Main Upscale dive bar and sandwich shop serving shareable bar snacks, local brews and po’boys. 401 Main St.; 984-999-4357; 401main.com Acme Food & Beverage Co. 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 Carrburritos Burritos, tacos, nachos and margaritas. 711 W. Rosemary St.; 919-933-8226; carrburritos.com Cham Thai Cuisine Authentic Thai, Siamese and Chinese cuisine. 370 E. Main St., Ste. 190; 984-999-4646; chamthaicuisineatcarrboro.com

Craftboro Brewing Depot Bottle shop and brewery with taps of craft beer. 101 Two Hills Dr., Unit 180; 919-240-4400; craftborobrewing.com Glasshalfull Mediterranean-inspired food and wine. 106 S. Greensboro St.; 919-967-9784; glasshalfull.net Gourmet Kingdom Sichuan cuisine. 301 E. Main St.; 919-932-7222; thegourmetkingdom.com The Honeysuckle Cafe & Bar Coffee house serving tea and meads in addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner fare. 601 W. Main St.; 919-967-9398; thehoneysuckle.org/cafe-bar Krave Kava Bar & Tea Lounge Offers a wide range of tea and herbal drinks, all made from kava, a type of plant root. 105 W. Main St.; 919-408-9596; kravekava.com Luna Rotisserie & Empanadas South American cuisine meets the American South. 307 E. Main St.; 919-537-8958; lunarotisserie.com Mel’s Commissary & Catering Open for lunch, Mel’s serves up a changing menu of comfort food. 109 W. Main St.; 919-240-7700; melscarrboro.com

Napoli Cafe Wood-fired pizza, espresso, artisanal gelato made from scratch, teas and local craft beer and wines. 105 E. Main St.; 919-667-8288; napolicarrboro.com Neal’s Deli Buttermilk biscuits and traditional deli fare. 100-C E. Main St.; 919-967-2185; nealsdeli.com Oakleaf “Immediate” cuisine like pastas and seafood using ingredients from the chef’s own garden. 310 E. Main St.; 984-234-0054; oakleafnc.com Open Eye Cafe Locally roasted Carrboro Coffee and espresso, tea, beer, wine and baked goods. 101 S. Greensboro St.; 919-968-9410; openeyecafe.com Paco’s Tacos Steak, chicken, seafood and vegetarian tacos. 109 W. Main St.; 919-240-7700; doordash.com Pizzeria Mercato Pizza, antipasto, soups and fritti. 408 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-2277; pizzeriamercatonc.com Provence Southern French cuisine. 203 W. Weaver St.; 919-967-5008; provenceofcarrboro.com Spotted Dog Vegetarian- and veganfriendly entrees. 111 E. Main St.; 919-933-1117; thespotteddogrestaurant.com Wings Over Has 27 flavors of wings. 313 E. Main St.; 919-537-8271; wingsoverchapelhill.com

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East Main Square Amante Gourmet Pizza Create-your-own pizzas, salads and pasta. 300 E. Main St.; 919-929-3330; amantepizza.com Gray Squirrel Coffee Co. Roastery and espresso bar. 360 E. Main St., Ste. 100; graysquirrelcoffee.com

Monterrey Traditional Mexican cuisine. Carrboro Plaza; 919-903-9919; monterreychapelhill.com Wingman Wings and hot dogs. 104 N.C. Hwy. 54 W.; 919-928-9200; bestwingman.net

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

HILLSBOROUGH

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

C&B Community Store (OPENING SOON!) The gas station turned community kitchen serves breakfast and lunch five days a week and wood-fired pizzas on weekends. 5515 N.C. Hwy. 86

Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken Biscuits, doughnuts, chicken and coffee. 310 E. Main St., Ste. 100; 919-929-5115; risebiscuitschicken.com Vecino Brewing Co. Dozens of craft beer choices plus flavorful small plates. 300 E. Main St., Ste. C; 919-537-9591; vecinobrewing.com Carr Mill Mall/North Greensboro Street B-Side Lounge Small plates like flatbread, bacon-wrapped dates and fondue. Plus, inspired cocktails. Carr Mill Mall; 919-9047160; b-sidelounge.com Carrboro Pizza Oven Pizza, calzones. Carr Mill Mall; 919-904-7336; carrboropizzaoven.com Dingo Dog Brewing Company The nanobrewery/nonprofit features 16 taps and outdoor seating. 410 N. Greensboro St., Ste. 150; dingodogbrewing.com Oasis Organic coffee, tea, beer and wine. Carr Mill Mall; 919-904-7343; oasisincarrmill.com Tandem Farm-to-table, modern American cuisine with full service bar. Carr Mill Mall; 919-240-7937; tandemcarrboro.com

Antonia’s Italian cuisine. 101 N. Churton St.; 919-643-7722; antoniashillsborough.com

The Colorado Burrito (OPENING SOON!) Mexican mainstays like quesadillas, tacos and, of course, burritos. 122 S. Churton St.; the-colorado-burrito.business.site Cup A Joe Coffee and pastries. 112 W. King St.; 919-732-2008; hboro-cupajoe.com El Restaurante Ixtapa Authentic fromscratch Mexican dishes. 162 Exchange Park Ln.; 919-644-6944; ixtapa.homestead.com/ homepage.html Hillsborough BBQ Company Barbecue plates and sandwiches, sides and desserts. 236 S. Nash St.; 919-732-4647; hillsboroughbbq.com Hot Tin Roof Games and specialty cocktails. 115 W. Margaret Ln.; 919-296-9113; hottinroofbar.com The House at Gatewood Chop house and oyster bar with dishes like signature cracker-crusted pork chop with grits and greens. 300 U.S. 70; 919-241-4083; houseatgatewood.com Jay’s Chicken Shack Chicken, buffalo wings, breakfast biscuits. 646 N. Churton St.; 919-732-3591; jayschickenshack.com

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

Los Altos Serving Mexican dishes, like tacos and chiles rellenos, for breakfast and lunch six days a week and dinner on weekends. 126 W. King St.; 919-241-4177

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

Maple View Farm Country Store Drive-up or window service for homemade ice cream and milk. 6900 Rocky Ridge Rd.; 919-9605535; mapleviewfarm.com

Weaver Street Market Hot food bar items are available as grab and go. Carr Mill Mall; 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. Hwy. 54 W.; 919-928-9002; fiestagrill.us

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Matthew’s Chocolates Gourmet chocolates, frozen treats and baked goods. 104 N. Churton St.; 919-732-0900 Napoli Hillsborough Neapolitan pizzeria and gelateria. 230 S. Nash St.; 919-245-8566; napolihillsborough.com Nomad International street food-inspired eatery. 122 W. King St.; 984-217-0179; thenomadnc.com Panciuto Offering rotating weekly suppers called Panciuto: At Home and operating as a temporary pop-up called Hillsborough Bakeshop. 110 S. Churton St.; hillsboroughbakeshop.com

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Pueblo Viejo Traditional Mexican food. 370 S. Churton St.; 919-732-3480 Radius Wood-fired pizzas, housemade pastas, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Outdoor dining. 112 N. Churton St.; 919-245-0601; radiuspizzeria.net Saratoga Grill New England-style cuisine. 108 S. Churton St.; 919-732-2214; saratogagrill.com Steve’s Garden Market & Butchery Local meat, baked goods, pimento cheese. 610 N. Churton St.; 919-732-4712; stevesgardenmarket.com Village Diner Southern breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and take-out pizza. 600 W. King St.; 919-245-8915; villagedinernc.com Vinny’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria Italian favorites. 133 N. Scottswood Blvd.; 919-732-9219; vinnyshillsborough.com Weaver Street Market Food bar items are available as grab and go. 228 S. Churton St.; 919-245-5050; weaverstreetmarket.coop Whit’s Frozen Custard 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 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew Beer, wine, frose and more. 114 W. King St.; yonderbarnc.com

CHATHAM COUNTY Governors Village Ciao Bella Pizzeria Pizzas, pastas, sandwiches. 1716 Farrington Point Rd.; 919-932-4440 Flair Restaurant & Wine Bar Frenchinfluenced food, coffee and Sunday brunch. 50100 Governors Dr.; 919-967-9990; flairfusionrestaurant.com Gov’s Burger & Tap Burgers, hot dogs, salads, wraps and sandwiches. 50050 Governors Dr.; 919-240-5050; govsburgerandtap.com Tarantini Italian cuisine. 50160 Governors Dr.; 919-942-4240; tarantinirestaurant.com North Chatham 501 Pharmacy Maple View Farm ice cream, plus malts and shakes. 98 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 300; 984-999-0501; 501rx.com Breakaway Cafe A casual cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with coffee and Maple View Farm ice cream. 58 Chapelton Ct., Ste. 100; 984-234-3010; breakawaync.co

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Capp’s Pizzeria & Trattoria Traditional Italian cuisine including fresh pastas, pizzas and more. 79 Falling Springs Dr., Ste. 140; 919-240-4104; cappspizzeria.com Captain John’s Dockside Fish & Crab House American seafood dishes. 11550 U.S. Hwy. 15-501 N.; 919-968-7955; docksidechapelhill.com Moon Asian Bistro An Asian fusion restaurant ASIAN BISTRO offering sushi, Chinese dishes like sweet-and-sour chicken, Thai curry dishes, rice and noodles. 111 Knox Way, Ste. 100; 919-869-7894; moonasianbistroch.com O’YA Cantina Latin cuisine from all over the world. 72 Chapelton Ct.; 984-999-4129; oyacantina.com Town Hall Burger and Beer Gourmet burgers plus shared plates, tacos, wings, and salads. Inside dining area remains closed. 58 Chapelton Ct.; 984-234-3504; townhallburgerandbeer.com

PITTSBORO Al’s Diner Traditional American classics for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 535 West St.; 919-542-5800; alsdiner.net Al’s Lunchbox Sandwiches, homemade ice cream, fresh-squeezed orangeades and lemonades. 517 West St.; 919-542-0813; alsdiner.net Allen & Son Bar-B-Que N.C. barbecue. 5650 U.S. 15-501; 919-542-2294; stubbsandsonbbq.com Angelina’s Kitchen Greek and Southwestern dishes including gyros. 23 Rectory St.; 919-545-5505; angelinaskitchenonline.com Aromatic Roasters Small-batch coffee shop specializing in espresso shots, Aztec mochas, raspberry lemonade, chai lattes and Thai teas. 697 Hillsboro St.; 919-259-4749; aromaticroasters.com The Belted Goat Lunch, dinner and wine shop, offering salads and sandwiches. Fearrington Village Center; 919-545-5717; fearrington.com/belted-goat Blue Dot Coffee Joe Van Gogh coffee, lattes, smoothies and pastries. To-go orders can be placed at the window or by phone. 53 Hillsboro St.; 919-704-8064

Buzz Cafe at Chatham Marketplace Sandwiches, daily changing hot bar, sushi, salads and baked goods. Chatham Mills; 919-542-2643; chathammarketplace.coop Carolina Brewery The fifth-oldest brewery in the state. Outdoor seating available. 120 Lowes Dr., Ste. 100; 919-545-2330; carolinabrewery.com/pittsboro-brewery 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 Dr., Ste. 107; 919-704-8374; compadresnc.com Copeland Springs Farm & Kitchen Farm-to-table restaurant serving grains and greens bowls, small plates and bar snacks. 193B Lorax Ln.; 919-261-7211; copelandspringsfarm.com Davenport’s Café Diem Carrboro Coffee Roasters coffee and espresso offerings. 439 Hillsboro St.; 919-704-4239; davenports-cafediem.com

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Greek Kouzina Made from scratch hummus, gyros, kebabs and more. 964 East St.; 919-542-9950; greekkouzina.com Elizabeth’s Pizza Pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, salads and pasta. 160 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-9292; elizabethspizzapittsboro.com The Fearrington House Restaurant Contemporary fine dining. Reservations are needed. Fearrington Village Center; 919-542-2121; fearrington.com/house

Goodness Gracious Juice Co. Breakfast, juices and smoothies. 517 West St.; 919-726-2033; goodnessgraciousnc.com

The Mod Wood-fired pizza, salads, small plates and a full bar. Outdoor seating available. 46 Sanford Rd.; 919-533-6883; themodernlifedeli.com

House of Hops Bar and bottle shop with a large craft beer selection on tap. Outdoor seating available. 112 Russet Run, Ste. 110; 919-542-3435; houseofhopsnc.com

New Japan Hibachi-style Japanese cooking. 90 Lowes Dr.; 919-542-4380

John’s Pizza Restaurant Pizzas, pastas, wraps, calzones and strombolis. 122 Sanford Rd.; 919-542-5027; johnspizzarestaurant.com

ODDCO An art and design store and music venue featuring regional craft beers. 684 West St.; 919-704-8832; realoddstuff.com

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Postal Fish Company Fresh seafood from North Carolina’s coast. Serving dinner only. 75 W. Salisbury St.; 919-704-8612; postalfishcompany.com The Phoenix Bakery Small-batch and seasonal baked goods and specialty cakes. 664 West St.; 919-542-4452; thephoenixbakerync.com The Root Cellar Cafe & Catering Sandwiches, prepared salads, desserts and more. Offering online ordering and pickup, weekly prepared meals, groceries to-go box and Friday night specials. 35 Suttles Rd.; 919-542-1062; rootcellarpbo.com

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S&T’s Soda Shoppe Soda fountain, American fare. 85 Hillsboro St.; 919-545-0007; sandtsodashoppe.com Small B&B Cafe Offbeat, eco-friendly eatery offering farm-to-table fare for breakfast and lunch. Offering outdoor dining. 219 East St.; 919-537-1909; smallbandbcafe.com

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Starrlight Mead Tastings of honey wines and honey. 130 Lorax Ln.; 919-533-6314; starrlightmead.com Virlie’s Grill Soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches. 58 Hillsboro St.; 919-542-0376; virliesgrill.com Willy’s Cinnamon Rolls, Etc. Bakery selling cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins, cookies and bread with ’40s and ’50s flair. 35 W. Chatham St.; 252-305-9227; willysrolls.com

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how we

celebrate now Heart of NC Weddings magazine publisher shares her perspective on the new world of weddings

By J enna Parks

t’s easy to overlook that celebrations are a huge part of life … until they are absent. Birthdays, holidays, graduations and myriad monumental occasions are made into memories by virtue of people coming together to intentionally honor that moment. As the pandemic steamrolled our society last year, so began months of near-total isolation. Our life milestones gradually became irrelevant, and, dare I say it, melancholy. Just like that, the joyous world of weddings came to a screeching halt. Well, we’re better off calling it a pause. Couples and vendors worked together to reschedule their plans (and then reschedule again, and again). Some couples deconstructed

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and reassembled smaller versions of the originally planned event. In the end, how we celebrate now reflects what we learned from this entire experience. What follows is my list of the top five impacts from COVID-19 in the world of weddings, all of which I believe will stick around for the near future.

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We went back to wedding basics this year: the ceremony took center stage. Couples with wedding dates that fell during the first several months of the pandemic were faced with the question: What’s more important – getting married or having a party? Many determined couples embraced the smaller-thanplanned wedding at whatever number of guests were allowed under pandemic guidelines. That meant a trip to the courthouse for some, and a backyard ceremony and family dinner for others. And something amazing happened. Those couples who hosted micro weddings absolutely loved them. The devotion that led these couples to the altar resulted in a newfound appreciation for what their wedding was really about. As an added bonus, they spent ample time with each of the select few family and friends who shared their moment. That’s not to say there isn’t a huge value to throwing down with hundreds of guests, dancing the night away in jubilee over the momentous occasion of two souls becoming one. Many couples decided to have the best of both worlds. The biggest trend we saw soar in popularity during the pandemic is the two-event game plan: a micro wedding or elopement on the original wedding date, followed by a larger party, which would include extended friends and families, scheduled for the hopeful post-COVID era. Some couples bill this second event as the wedding itself and plan to re-enact their ceremony, while others plan to use this party as the reception or even a first anniversary party. We foresee this being a trend for many years to come.

Kate Studwell and Paul DeMello postponed their Lavender Oaks Farm wedding reception till 2021. In the meanwhile, they buried an upside-down bottle of bourbon on the farm for good luck.

NO. 2 ALL ABOUT THE CORE CREW In a time of forced micro weddings, betrothed folks learned how to refine their wedding guest counts. Some important lessons came from this exercise. Couples finally had the excuse to tell their parents that 82

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Ariel Watts and Zackary Sanderford opted for a four-person, livestreamed, backyard elopement in Chapel Hill. Guests included Sarah Pharr (officiant) and Jason Gavenmen (videographer), Nikki Whitt Belch of Fancy This Photography and the star of the show – Kitty Purry, the bride and groom’s beloved pet cat.

I don’t mean to imply that “cheapening” the wedding day is a trend. In fact, it’s the opposite. With smaller guest counts, couples can lavish their nearest and dearest with higher per-person costs and still save money. Imagine this: over-the-top florals, five-course meals with wine pairings or personalized favors. A videographer or custom lounge no longer seems like an out-of-range splurge. Couples can spoil themselves, too – perhaps spring for exquisite wedding jewelry, a custom suit or that couture gown that they want memorialized in their wedding portraits.

NO. 4 A NEW LEVEL OF RESPECT

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For the betterment of all, we’ve come out of this era with a new level of respect for one another. We were challenged to wear masks during ceremonies and meal service, to group together in pods, to use hand sanitizer, to give one another space in the bathrooms, to refrain from intermingling and even from dancing. Yes, it was hard. But the reason was simple: to protect one another. The idea of looking out for one another’s best interests is going to carry into the future of weddings. Safety protocols will linger for years. And in the world of weddings, this applies both to the guests, who are taking a risk to attend your celebration, as well as with your vendors, who are taking a risk to serve you.

some of their posse didn’t make the cut. Plus-ones were no longer assumed. Unwanted coworkers got the chopping block, and no one took offense. Don’t get us wrong. We believe one of the most beautiful things about weddings is that all of the couple’s loved ones are able to witness and celebrate together. But the shedding of those peripheral folks – the ones who aren’t likely to be a part of your lives together in marriage – is a freedom that’s going to be remembered.

NO. 3 ENTERTAINMENT PRIORITIES With smaller guest counts and often with smaller budgets, couples had no choice but to reconsider the allocation of funds. This helped couples learn how to identify their entertainment priorities. 84

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NO. 5 ZOOM JUST ISN’T THE SAME At the beginning of the pandemic, I feared that we’d all rapidly get accustomed to doing everything virtually, from work, to school, to dating ... and even to weddings. Virtual elements are certainly transforming how we celebrate. It’s no oddity for Grandma and Grandpa to watch a livestream of the ceremony from home. That’s a beautiful thing. But in the end, there’s nothing like locking eyes with the parade of people from your life as you walk down the aisle after you’re declared married. And there’s no digital replacement for embracing your favorite aunt, posing in a photo booth with your college roommates, toasting with your new in-laws and dancing the night away under flashing lights in a crowd of people, all there to celebrate your new life together! 

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WELCOME INN A once-abandoned hotel with a

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speakers and a TV. The Colonial Inn’s indoor

back to the 1800s, is listed on Places. It is the only antebellum hotel in Hillsborough still in existence. General Manager Elise Tyler saw value in the 250-yearold landmark and decided to give it a makeover. On Nov. 12, The Colonial Inn hosted its grand opening. The historic venue is now restored as

event space – an ideal location

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the National Register of Historic

for a wedding ceremony, bridal party or reception that features expansive mirrors – will seat about 125 people. Its trendy bar has wingback chairs and brass cocktail holders. In fact, antique brass is threaded throughout the interior design. There is also plenty of space outside The Colonial Inn for a ceremony or reception.

a 28-room boutique hotel with The new design of The Colonial Inn

event center space and a bar

A courtyard between the main

open to the public. An additional building was

is neoclassical, comfortable, warm and

building and its annex is decorated with Southern

constructed for more guest rooms, and there is

accommodating. Its honeymoon suite has a

flora. The porch – The Colonial Inn’s most notable

plenty of outdoor space that’s protected from

private entrance, living room space, bar cart and

and recognizable feature – is ideal for wedding

street noise by giant magnolias.

an upholstered sectional sofa. The bedroom has

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illsborough native Kristen Summey met Kameron Winburn, who grew up in Elon, North Carolina, through mutual friends while in college – Kristen at UNC, and Kameron at North Carolina Central University – and they started dating in 2014. Kameron proposed to Kristen on a surprise detour to a plantation garden when the couple visited Charleston, South Carolina, for her birthday in 2019. “What I didn’t know was that he had been doing research on proposal destinations for Charleston,” Kristen says. “We walked the entire garden until we reached the exact bridge that he had picked.” Their original April 2020 wedding date was postponed by the pandemic, so Kristen and Kameron pushed their ceremony to June, and then again to July 11, 2020. When Kristen learned that her venue was no longer available, the doctors she works with at Clifton & Mauney Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry lent a hand. “They couldn’t stand the thought of me having to reschedule my wedding again with a week to go,” Kristen says. “[Dr. Lenise Clifton, Dr. Charles Mauney, and co-worker Amber Braxton and her family’s business Braxton Tire Company] graciously offered their land for me to recreate my wedding outdoors.” In one week, they reimagined a large indoor ceremony into an intimate outdoor ceremony, working with new vendors like Danny’s Cafe and Nantucket Grill. They were also able to incorporate antique furniture given to them by Kristen’s grandparents, who both worked at White Furniture Company and Craftique in Mebane, North Carolina. The couple lives in Hillsborough. Kameron works as a service coordinator at PowerSecure, and Kristen works as an administrative coordinator at Clifton. CHM January/February 2021

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rienne Bauers and Matthew Patterson met through mutual friends at Chapel Hill High School. They graduated from UNC a few years apart, but

reconnected and started dating in 2017. Matt proposed to Eri during a trip to Asheville on Dec. 14, 2019. The couple was admiring the Biltmore’s festive decorations on a tour when Matt popped the question, and close friends were nearby to capture the special moment and celebrate with them. The couple married on Sept. 19, 2020, at the Chapel Hill Carriage House. Eri and Matt opted for an outdoor ceremony and an outdoor reception due to the pandemic and lucked out on the forecast. “The weather was beautiful, the sun was out,” Eri says. Afterward, the wedding party and guests took photos with Carriage House goats and alpacas. The barn was decorated with white hydrangeas, ranunculus, lisianthus and spray roses from Flower Patch in Hillsborough, alongside other meaningful touches. “My husband collects bourbon, so each table had a different bourbon bottle used as 88

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a vase for the flowers,” Eri says. “I made all the table numbers, so all of that was very personal to us.” The couple lives in Chapel Hill, where Eri is a dental hygienist at Chatham Pediatric Dentistry while Matt is a project consultant for Bonitz. CHM

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