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March 2015

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Editor’s Note

There are so many places to visit and things to do during Virginia Wine and Dine Month, you’ll have to make a list. Start by visiting Chris and Mary Smith at The Homeplace Vineyard in Pittsylvania County. They are the cute couple pictured on the cover, sitting by a cozy ﬁre in The Homeplace tasting room enjoying a glass of award-winning wine. (See page 3.) Next, go shopping at the International Food Market in Danville like Annelle Williams did and have a culinary adventure by experiencing food from another culture (page 6). Linda Lemery’s I Love Food with Friends is mouth-watering. Don’t read it on an empty stomach, however, because you might devour page 26. Kim Clifton is having a humorous dilemma about eating in restaurants in Second Thoughts on page 9. To nourish your entire being, read Food for Mind, Body and Soul on page 25 and then plan to participate in one or all events. This issue could also be titled, Eat, Drink, and Be Merry. Just look at the happy faces in Von Wellington’s Photo Finish on page 30 for conﬁrmation. Evince readers know there is no time for winter doldrums. Of course, it also helps that spring arrives at 3:46 p.m. on Friday, March 20. I suggest you welcome Vernal Equinox with a glass of wine and a plate of food!

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March Contents Editor’s Note

Mary & Chris Smith Telling the Family’s Story of The Homeplace Vineyard by Joyce Wilburn She Said He Said Resistance to Change by Dena Hill & Larry Oldham

OICE OF WINING & DINING

CEO / Publisher Andrew Scott Brooks President Director of Sales & Marketing Larry Oldham (434.728.3713) larry@evincemagazine.com

The Voice of Readers

Editor Joyce Wilburn (434.799.3160) joycewilburn@gmail.com

Around the Table / A Culinary Adventure in Danville’s International Food Market by Annelle Williams

Associate Editors Larry G. Aaron (434.792.8695) larry.aaron@gmail.com

Spotting Exceptional Customer Service

Second Thoughts Good Evening Ladies and Germs by Kim Clifton

Jeanette Taylor Contributing Writers

Diane Adkins, Wayne Alan, Miranda Baines, Cara Burton, Kim Clifton, Patsi Compton, Mary Franklin, Adam Goebel, Dena Hill, Telisha Moore Leigg, Linda Lemery, Jerry Meadors, Ciji Moore, Larry Oldham, Susan Paynter, Melanie Vaughan, Joyce Wilburn, Annelle Williams, Mack Williams

10 Sink / Fiction by Telisha Moore Leigg

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13 Where Can I Find an Evince? 15 DCC Gearing Up for 33rd Annual Celebration of the Arts by Miranda Baines

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20 Book Clubbing / New Life No Instructions a review by Diane Adkins

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22 Work It All Out by Ciji Moore

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24 I Have a Brain by Mack Williams 25 Food for Mind, Body and Soul

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Mary & Chris Smith

Telling the Family’s Story of The Homeplace Vineyard by Joyce Wilburn

efore there was The Homeplace Vineyard in Pittsylvania County, before the wine tasting cabin, special

events pavilion, and winery were constructed, there was a tobacco farm where Joe and Brenda Williams raised their three children:

Renee, Jesse, and Mary. Before the siblings became major players in the creation of a wine-lovers destination, they lived, played, and worked on the farm that had been in the family since Joe’s grandparents purchased it in 1912.

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On a recent cold blustery day, Mary, the Special Events Coordinator and Tasting Room Manager at the Homeplace Vineyard, sits by the stone ﬁreplace in the tasting room and tells a story of growing up on the farm. “When I was 16 and had my driver’s license, Mom gave me a grocery list and told me to go to Food Lion in Chatham. (Fortuitously, that was where future-husband Chris Smith worked.) Chris and I had a mutual friend who worked there and he introduced us,” she recalls. The couple joke that Mary intentionally forgot items on the list, so she’d have a reason to return to the store and see Chris. Romance blossomed and they married in 2001. In March 2005, while caring for their two-year old son, William, and waiting for the birth of their second son, Austin, a turning point occurred in the lives of the Smith family and other members of the Williams clan. Chris, the Homeplace Vineyard wine maker, explains, “Mary’s father wanted to get out of tobacco farming and do something to bring all the kids back to the farm.” A plan was developed. Jesse, the middle sibling, researched the viability of growing grapes. He toured area vineyards, talked to experienced personnel, and gathered information at the Alson H. Smith Jr. Agricultural Continued on page 12

Southern Virginia Wine Trail • The Homeplace Vineyard is part of the Southern Virginia Wine Trail that was established in 2009. It includes 15 wineries or meaderies. For more information, visit www.sovawinetrail.com. Those closest to Danville are: • Tomahawk Mill Winery, 9221 Anderson Mill Road in Pittsylvania County, is open March 15 through December 15 on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. www.tomahawkmill.com, 434.432.1063. If you’ve always dreamed of owning a winery, this one is for sale! The owners want to retire and are selling

the mature vineyard overlooking Tomahawk Creek, their restored home that formerly was the Tomahawk Post Ofﬁce and grocery store, a partially restored grist mill, machinery, vehicles, tractor and other equipment. • White Oak Mountain Meadery is open by appointment only. 888.264.6323. www.whiteoakmead.com • 2 Witches Winery & Brewing Company, 209 Trade Street Danville, is open all year on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from noon until 9:00 p.m. 434.549.2739. www.2witcheswinebrew.com. See page 30.

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SHE SAID by Dena Hill

Resistance to Change You must think that change only means changing light bulbs or clothes or a change in the weather. I am talking about your inability to make a change in your life on everyday common activities. Take food, for instance. You want the same meals for breakfast, the same restaurants when we eat out, the same snack every night before you go to bed and the same routine on the weekends. I am not complaining too loudly (well, actually, I am), but some days we need to get out of our rut and venture outside our comfort zone. I’ll give you a prime example.

(physical and mental). Your resistance to change or even trying one class is consistent with your ability to resist anything new or challenging. I guess I was lucky that you married me because I am sure that was a change in your life. It sure was for me!

HE SAID

by Larry Oldham You’re so funny. Here’s what you’re missing in your diatribe. God made men and women different for a reason. He made women so that followers of yoga would have someone to teach them. He made men so that women would have someone to complain about to their friends.

She said He Said

For the past few years, I have been harping on your health. Anyone reading our column knows that I encourage you to exercise, watch what you eat, and maintain a general feeling of good health. After Christmas, I was floored when you suggested that we join the YMCA and be active together either in classes, on machines, or on the track. We even visited a yoga class and I thought we had decided to join as a couple. You even bought a yoga mat, which indicated to me that you were finally becoming serious about changing your life style for the sake of your health. The first night of yoga class, I became suspicious when you accidentally left your yoga mat at home. When I asked you about it, you said you didn’t think yoga class was for you. Well, it has certainly helped me feel better and I enjoy it. At our age, we need to work on flexibility

In my defense of the yoga situation, I did consider it for a while. I did buy a yoga mat. I did peek in on the class and to be perfectly honest with you, it looked boring. I know you’re Photo by Michelle Dalton enjoying it Photography. and you are feeling much better and more agile. Believe me I support you 300% as long as you don’t make me feel guilty because I choose not to take the classes with you. I am glad that we joined the Y and I have really enjoyed the track. I walked four miles the other night while you were in yoga for an hour. I felt good about that endeavor. I even told you that I was glad I chose walking over yoga class. But alas, I think something else happened. Because I walked four miles and used up 349 calories, I let up on my diet a tad. Since that night I have gained four pounds. Maybe I should revisit the notion about this yoga class...at least you’re not gaining weight.

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The Voice of Readers To the editor: I need an answer to a question so I’m writing to you. When I am driving on Main Street in Danville and want to turn right onto Craghead Street, am I allowed to make a right turn on red when the red arrow is displayed? Just sign me... I-don’t-need-anothertrafﬁc-violation ticket We did a little research on the VDOT website and here is your answer: A red arrow means you must stop if you intend to move in the direction of the arrow. You may not proceed in the direction of the arrow as long as the red arrow is displayed, unless signs are posted at the intersection that read “Right on Red Arrow after Stop.” Virginia law prohibits right and left turns at red arrow lights. So, dear reader, stay where you are until the light is green. To the editor: Just a note to let you know how thrilled I am with the cover photo and article about Jose and Danya Zuniga (Dancing through Life, January 2015 page 3). What a great way to start the year! What could be better! Carollyn Lee Peerman I agree. Reading about those who enjoy dancing is fun and actually dancing is even better. Another reader wrote that she had a hard time ﬁnding the studio because the brass plaque on the building isn’t visible from the street. When Danya was informed about the reader’s concern, she responded that the decision makers have been told about the problem and she is waiting for a reply.

To the Editor: I wanted you to know that due to the announcement you allowed me to make in January’s Calendar Clips (page 14) regarding Project Literacy’s tutor training, 11 ladies came forward to help ﬁght illiteracy in Danville! I was very impressed with the caliber of the participants and I know they’ll all make ﬁne tutors. Thank you for helping Project Literacy get the word out about our program. We’re more than ready to meet the needs of our potential student population so I urge anyone who knows someone who wants and needs to improve their reading skills to contact Ann Smithwick at 434.489.1339. We’re here to help and we do care. The next tutor training session will take place in May and if you are interested in tutoring another adult an hour or two each week, please get in touch. Sincerely, Ann Smithwick This is wonderful news. We are very happy to be part of a success story. Keep Evince updated on future events.

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ere are four words I never thought I would hear my husband say in one sentence: The goat was delicious. We had just ﬁnished eating a special Sunday evening meal I had prepared using goat and other exotic ingredients purchased at Danville’s International Food Market.

of spices and mixes (masala) with various spice combinations are amazing. They carry all the ingredients needed to prepare ethnic dishes in addition to selling traditional items found in American grocery stores. While talking to Sarwat, I discovered another perk of shopping at the International Food Market. He is quite knowledgeable about the health beneﬁts of many of the spices and herbs that are sold. He is happy to explain their medicinal properties to anyone interested in homeopathic preventative medicine and there is more good news! In April, they will begin renovating a building across from the North Theatre on North Main Street that will house their new restaurant scheduled to open in May.

Sarwat Ata opened the specialty store last July, but he and his family are hardly newcomers to the area. As a matter of fact, they’ve lived here nearly 15 years. When asked why he wanted to open a food market, he replied with a chuckle and a twinkle in his eye that he and his wife have 10 children and they like to eat. The youngest are toddlers and the oldest are adults living away from home. One son, Abdullah, works at the store when he’s not in class at Danville Community College majoring in business and marketing—skills that come in handy every day at the family business. The food market carries quality Pakistani, Indian and Middle Eastern foods, herbs, spices, and mixes as well as organic and local meats. My trip to the International Food Market, however, turned out to be more like a private comprehensive cooking class than a grocery shopping excursion. I was delighted that Sarwat was more than willing to share his expertise in preparing Pakistani and Indian dishes that previously I’d only read about in books or tasted in specialty restaurants. Sarwat helped me choose ingredients to prepare several basic dishes and I loved that he also talked about the traditional ways to serve and eat the dishes. Then he invited me to return the following week and taste some of the same dishes that his wife would prepare. In my kitchen at home and with Sarwat’s guidance in mind, I made something I’d never tasted, a long-cooking stew using goat meat. (Chicken can be substituted using the same spices and directions.) This dish is served with naan and a tamarind sauce and is considered an informal meal. It is garnished with thinly shredded lettuce, thin slices of jalapeno peppers and cilantro. Sarwat explained that the garnishes are very important to the ﬁnish of the dish on the palate and he was right. A few days after preparing and eating the meal, I returned to

One last note: if you prepare lamb for Easter dinner, now is a good time to visit the International Market and talk to Sarwat about what you will need. Buy fresh and local, friends. If you’re a novice like me, step out of your comfort zone and have a culinary adventure. Sarwat Ata and Annelle Williams enjoy traditional Pakistani food. Photos by Michelle Dalton Photography.

A Culinary Adventure in Danville’s International Food Market by Annelle Williams the market to see an amazing spread of dishes prepared by Sarwat’s wife, Fehmida Begum: chicken tandoori, lamb chops, split chickpea dal (thick stew prepared with split peas), special basmati rice, homemade flat bread, and homemade samosas (fried pastries filled with potato). It was all absolutely delicious with gentle flavors that would suit any palate. While we were enjoying our feast, I noticed locals dropping in for Sarwat’s popular 89-cents all-beef hotdogs that are cooked while customers wait. It was definitely the meeting of two different culinary worlds! If you’re already a fan of Indian/Pakistani/Middle Eastern cuisine and haven’t visited the International Food Market, you’re in for quite a treat. Being a source for local, organic goat, lamb, and beef, their meat comes directly from the slaughter house and their chickens and eggs are free-range.

In the back of the store is a butcher shop where meat is cut and trimmed according to a customer’s speciﬁcations. The store’s variety

• Have questions or comments or want more of Sarwat’s recipes? Email me: AnnelleWilliams@comcast.net. I look forward to hearing from you. • The International Food Market, 130 South Ridge Street, is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. • For more information, call 434.835.4310.

Teas, dals, chickpeas, whole moong, and roasted chana are displayed on shelves.

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The Pakistani/Indian meal included (from left to right) a small dish of sliced jalapenos for those who might need extra heat, tamarind sauce, Indian chicken stew, lamb chops with basmati rice and extra shredded lettuce, Indian goat stew, and an oval dish of potato samosas and naan. A small dish at each person’s plate contains a mix of green raisins, candied fennel and dried chickpeas to enjoy after the meal. The stews and rice were garnished with thinly shredded lettuce, cilantro, and jalapenos.

Goat (or Chicken) Stew with Squash and Tamarind Sauce 2 lb. goat meat cut into chunks (may substitute chicken) 2 T ghee (clariﬁed butter) 3-4 T golden onions 1 (28oz.) can diced tomatoes (fresh when in season) 1 packet Karahi Spice Mix with Garlic and Ginger (a mix of red chili, coriander, salt, roasted cumin powder, dried garlic, dried ginger, black pepper, cinnamon and cardamon) This spice mix contains dried garlic and ginger, but there is a garlic and ginger paste that is very

good, if you want to add more of these ﬂavors. 1 T honey or sugar 2 medium-size squash or zucchini sliced, cut into one-inch pieces pinch or two of garam masala thinly shredded lettuce, thinly shredded jalapeno, chopped cilantro for garnish naan toasted in ghee tamarind sauce* (This sauce is wonderful and could be used in many other dishes.)

Brown meat in ghee over medium-high heat, turning to brown on all sides. Add tomatoes, onions and spice mix to crock pot (or slow cooker on stove top) along with browned meat. Cook on low for several hours, or overnight, until meat is tender and falls off the bone. Retrieve the bones and discard them. Add honey. Add squash and continue cooking until squash is very tender. Add garam masala according to taste. Pour into serving dish and garnish with shredded lettuce, shredded jalapeno and cilantro. The garnish is very important to the dish. Serve with toasted naan and tamarind sauce.

*Tamarind Sauce 3 oz. tamarind paste 3 cups water

sugar to taste (about 1/3 cup) pinch of salt

pinch of garam masala

Add paste and water to small saucepan over medium-low heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced to consistency of honey. Remove seeds with a spoon. Add sugar, salt and garam masala. Refrigerate any leftover sauce.

After-Dinner Treats Pass a mixture of candied fennel, green raisins and dried chick peas. Questions or comments? Email me: AnnelleWilliams@comcast.net I look forward to hearing from you!

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Spotting Exceptional Customer Service Evince and the Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce want to encourage and recognize exception customer service. When someone gives you exceptional service, please let us know. In 300 words or less, tell us what happened. Email your story to joycewilburn@gmail. com or visit www.dpchamber.org. Under Business Development, click Customer Service Nomination. It’s a nice way to show appreciation for a job well done. We look forward to hearing from you.

I’d like to nominate Bryan Swann at the Danville Family YMCA, 215 Riverside Drive, for the Spotting Exceptional Customer Service Award. Recently, while exercising, I experienced heart palpitations. I was concerned and asked Bryan to keep an eye on me as I prepared to leave. He was attentive and sincerely concerned. That would have been enough, but he didn’t stop there. That afternoon, I was resting at home when the phone rang. Much to my surprise, it was Bryan! He called to make sure I was OK. It’s very reassuring to know that someone would take the time to go beyond what was expected. Bryan is part of a team that is making the YMCA a pleasant place to be. Whenever I enter or leave the Family YMCA, I am greeted cheerfully by the staff at the counter. They welcome families and make you feel like family. Thanks Bryan and YMCA staff.

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using only the fingers of one hand. It’s just that I don’t want other people’s licks on her paws when she brings me my Coke. I’d rather see the rag used to wipe tables between guests be wrung from a busboy’s sudsy bucket rather than pulled from a server’s apron pocket. Wet is not washed. All that does is make it harder for me to detect where filthy forks and spoons were resting before I got there. I prefer table service, but I do enjoy a good salad bar even as chancy as that is. I love them so much I try not to over think that I’m eating exposed food that’s partially covered by a plastic roof designed to deflect sneezes. What scares me more are the tongs. I have no way of knowing if the man in front of me picked his nose before he picked his vegetables.

Second Thoughts

My husband thinks I’m nuts for worrying about this stuff, but at least I’m not quite Howard Hughes... yet. I am willing to leave the house, especially when it keeps me from cooking. I just hope that when I do, the restaurants worry about cleansing my plate as much as my palette.

Good evening, Ladies and Germs I’m a box of tissues and a fedora away from being Howard Hughes. Not the billionaire part. The germaphobe part. With all his fame and fortune, he ended up in a secluded hotel room wearing tissues to keep from contracting anything. It used to sound like the act of a crazy man. Today I’m not so sure. The Voice of Evince this month is Wining and Dining. If my husband even so much as hints that we should eat out, I’m in the car faster than Grant took Richmond. It’s just that with all these flu warnings, going anywhere seems risky. Which brings me back to my new-found germaphobia. I wasn’t always this way. A week of violent purging from what felt like every orifice in my body has left me terrified at the first sign of an upset stomach. Even though the culprit was spoiled chicken salad I left in the hot car too long, I still don’t ever want to feel like that again. I never worried about it when I was younger. I remember slurping water from a communal ladle more than once as a child. No

telling how long that nasty thing had been hanging from a nail in a tree. Drinking untested water from a hole in the ground was not only ill-advised, I did it even when I knew a salamander was swimming in the bottom. The only thing we were afraid of catching in those days were cooties. We knew about germs, but we were cautious. No one took a swig from a friend’s bottle without ﬁrst wiping it off with her sleeve. We never gave it a thought that this sleeve may also have doubled as a handkerchief or bandage depending on which bodily ﬂuid was seeping at the time. Lord knows those days are gone. Now I carry more wipes than Jon and Kate for their eight. Speaking of soda, I’ve all but stopped drinking them from cans. I was recently fascinated by a grocery store employee building a Super Bowl pyramid. I quit being thirsty when I watched him use stacks of six packs for steps. It only took a short leap in my mind’s eye to imagine what else may have scampered across the top while back in the warehouse. Chances are whatever it was had more than two feet to do it.

That’s enough about drinking. Let’s talk about eating. While I don’t want to sound like I’m whining about dining, I do have some preferences for restaurants that have nothing whatsoever to do with décor. It’s more about decorum. I only want to go where employees are divided into two distinct camps: Those who touch the clean dishes and those who touch the dirty ones. I’ll admit it’s impressive when a waitress can simultaneously lift four tea glasses

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remember being eleven and taking another wash-up in a gas station bathroom, this time at Big Mo’s Stop and Go outside of Raleigh, North Carolina, while Mama stood guard outside in the February cold. Mama said not to touch anything but the cold and tepid-hot water from the sink, certainly not the chipped, green tile, smeared-inplaces; the toilet, not really cleaned; and some busted metal box that you put quarters in, the cover to it hanging by a hinge. There was no mirror. I remember it was just as cold inside the bathroom as outside. Even now, I don’t remember the thought, but the feeling like a honeysuckle’s broke vine, that my life wasn’t going to be like this always. Every Tuesday night at the shelter is game night and like clockwork, Mean Keisha and I, we ﬁghting over that stupid Scrabble game. I don’t know why we play, ‘cause Mean Keisha, she cheats every time, and I call her on it every time, and it always ends in spilled tiles and cussing (mostly from Mean Keisha although I’m not above it); it always ends with Mean Keisha losing and then storming out of the room yelling that I’m “trippin” and calling out my name. I fume but don’t say much because more than the words that Mean Keisha pretends are real when they just slang or misspelled, more than the hell it is to ﬁnd all the tiles strewn under couches and fake potted plants, is that the rules should be followed.

coffee and I, lips trembling, wanted nothing. “How about cards?” Mandy Blue Eyes says. Her hands are deft on the cards even as she wiggles them in her left hand like a ﬂag of surrender. I ignore her. Mean Keisha, glaring at me, ignores her, too. Since that man came looking for Mean Keisha and we hid her, she been better, which ain’t saying too much ‘cause she was so damn bad to begin with. “It’s spelled wrong,” I say again. “I challenge...,” I go on. Mean Keisha puffs anger, squeezing Kwon, and looks to me for some mercy. I got none. “...Stupid game anyway,” Mean Keisha says as she “accidently” knocks over the board and picks up her two-yearold-son, Kwon, just as he drops a Q tile fresh with baby spittle onto the carpet. “You stupid,” I say back, just to be nasty, and Mean Keisha, just four years older than my 14, stomps out with Kwon still gurgling.

Sink ﬁction by Telisha Moore Leigg

That’s my part of the game. On the couch, Mama sits in a blanket even though it’s plenty warm. She frowns at me. I try not to care. I know it’s just a

game, but at 14, I got this. I know the rules, and we going to play by them. This Tuesday’s no different. Folks will tell you pain makes character, maybe so. I ain’t saying if they right or wrong, but I got sadness that predicts the rain; I got an itch for pain in my left big toe, but I want something else, something different if not something good. In that bathroom, the cold water on warm skin, small sliver of soap in the beige paper taken from the last motel room, wipe, lather, wipe, dignity down the drain. I didn’t tell Mama, but I put my head down on that sink, turned the water on and let it run even as I left. “That’s not how you spell forest.” I put my hand to a worn-out dictionary from Goodwill. “There are not two Rs,” I said again and Mean Keisha narrowed her eyes on me again, but she wanted to play pretty bad so she took it, picked up the tiles from her word and looked at me like hate on a stick. I looked back at her, saying if she wanted to fight, she got the invitation, just name the time and place, and we can party. I mean all we got between us is air and opportunity. Beside us, new to coming out of her room, new to playing the Tuesday night Scrabble game is Mandy Blue Eyes. She’s forever ducking into shadows, hands shaking for a fix, always saying please and sorry to everyone, always trying to avoid a fight. Now’s no different. When I came out, I didn’t feel clean, just less dirty. And I knew at 11, I never wanted to feel that way again. We went inside the gas station/ convenience store, past the 25-cent chips, pigs feet in a jar, those pink pickled eggs, those plastic wrapped slices of cheese. There were two small booths in the back. Mama got a

Through the slightly fogged-up store windows of Big Mo’s, we watched the cars and the people in them get gas, 97 cents for unleaded, $1.05 for super. Of all the things I remember, I remember...there was this girl, pretty, sitting in the back of a station wagon; we seemed about the same age. She was reading, got bored, and then traced shapes with her fingers on the car window while her father pumped gas. When she leaned her head against the back passenger side window, I looked at her, and lifted my chin, eyes filling up. “Why can’t you let her win sometimes?” Mandy Blue Eyes says as she puts found tiles in the old maroon box. For a second, her pretty and angled face turns toward the artificial florescent light and frowns. Mandy looks like someone’s pretty rich girl haunted by hard times. Then she shrugs. She looks regular, blank, without expression. Quietly, she puts the board away. Because we stayed as long as we could in the convenience store where it was warm, until the old man who ran it wiped the table by us one time too many to run us away, because the car with the girl pulled off, and there was nothing more to watch except people getting what they needed and going where they needed to go, and because we didn’t have what we needed and we had no particular place of welcome, I told Mama I had to go back to the restroom where I put my head back down on that dirty sink again, wiped my face again in the tepid water and turned the water back on, left it running again. Next Tuesday, I’ma read my dictionary like the Bible, and win again. I’ma beat Mean Keisha again and every time I can. And Mama can frown. And Mandy Blue Eyes? Just let her ask me again. “Why can’t you let her win sometimes?” Yeah, like someone ever let me.

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Research and Extension Center in Winchester. Following that trip, a family meeting was called and they agreed that growing grapes to sell to area wineries was something they wanted to do. “It took off from there and we planted the ﬁrst Traminette (white wine grape) vine in 2005,” remembers Mary. That was followed by planting Cabernet Sauvignon vines in 2006, Chambourcin vines in 2007 and Viognier vines in 2008. Finding a market for the grapes wasn’t a problem until the recession hit. Billy Reaves, Homeplace Grounds Keeper, tells what happened next, “The economy was bad and wineries cut their contracts with us. We were left with a lot of grapes.” Always open to new ideas, the family decided to start making wine in 2009. “Now everything is done on the premises —from grape to bottle,” says Mary with a hint of justiﬁable pride. To make that happen, a wine-making consultant was hired and Chris took winemaking classes at Patrick Henry Community College. With an inventory of wine to sell, a tasting room became a necessity. Patriarch Joe sat down with sons-in-law Billy and Chris and together they

(25 miles from downtown Danville), is open March through October on Mondays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. In November and December, it’s open from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Their award-winning wines include: Old Green Tractor, 2013 Virginia Governor’s Cup bronze medal, and Cabin Sunset, 2013 Virginia Governor’s Cup. Cabin Sunset is the top seller at the winery. Flip Flop Fridays begin on March 13 and are held every second Friday of the month through September. A Spring Open House will be held on Saturday, March 21; Ladies Day is scheduled for Saturday, April 18. For more information about renting the pavilion for special events or other information, call 434.432.WINE (9463) or visit www.thehome placevineyard.com.

sketched a blueprint for a tasting room cabin. Logs were salvaged from two tobacco barns on the farm and stones for the fireplace were recycled from an old house on the property. Construction started on the site of the original homeplace house that had been destroyed by fire. Two years and eight months later, the public was welcomed to a tasting room filled with family heirlooms and antique furniture. “This is our homeplace and we want it to feel like home to our visitors. We invite them to sit by the fireplace, relax, and unwind...with a glass of wine,” says Mary. That invitation has been accepted by many. In fact, the most recent Flip Flop Friday event was attended by over 400 people. On that evening, when Chris arrived at the winery after leaving his full-time job as manager of the Ballou Park Food Lion in Danville, the fun had already begun. Because of the larger than usual crowd, party supplies were running low. That’s when Chris was given a grocery list and told to return to Food Lion to make a few purchases. Thinking back to that night, Chris and Mary laugh. It seems that at The Homeplace Vineyard change is inevitable, but in some cases, history just keeps repeating itself. • The Homeplace Vineyard, 568 Rigney Circle in Chatham

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Members of Poet.she, an all-female organization based in Greensboro, N.C.

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The Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums band.

DCC’s Celebration of the Arts Includes Spoken Word Performance and Pipes & Drums by Miranda Baines An array of cultural experiences are in store for attendees of Danville Community College’s 33rd Annual Celebration of the Arts, from the centuries-old Scottish tradition of bagpiping to the performancebased form of poetry known as spoken word. Both of these presentations are new to the Celebration. “I can’t wait for Danville to see what the members of PoetShe will bring,” says Kyesha Jennings, DCC English instructor and member of the Celebration of the Arts Committee. “For the students, it’s something that is hip and fresh. Spoken word is closely related to rap, something they are familiar with. For the community, it’s something new; it’s another lens to viewing the arts.” Spoken word takes a written form of art, poetry, from the “page to the stage,” explains Kelly Rae Williams, founder of PoetShe. While poetry on a page is an expression of words, spoken word is a live expression of thoughts and emotions presented in front of an audience. Jennings describes PoetShe’s performances as mind-blowing. “Spoken word is really emotionally charged and allows the crowd to connect with whatever topic they’re discussing,” Jennings says. “It can bring out emotions in you that you didn’t even know were there.” Members of PoetShe are different ages and races and come from all different walks of life, and they have powerful stories to tell. “Our mission is to touch as many people as possible by bringing our message, telling our story. We believe that every woman has a story to tell and should share it,” Williams says. “We try to use poetry and speaking out loud not only to

move people but also to connect with people from different backgrounds.” Spoken word as a contemporary form of entertainment had its birthplace in the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s. It is in that vein of cultural awakening that the members of PoetShe express their views on issues such as feminism and social justice, and stories of marginalized sectors of society – the working poor, the LGBT community, minorities, and the undereducated. While the true-to-life nature of PoetShe’s performances is sure to resonate with audiences, the authentic Scots-Irish sound of bagpipes and drums will enthrall attendees during the Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums show. “They’re going to march and play on the ball field. It will show our students something they typically don’t see – the history of Scots-Irish music,” says Jim Lindley, Instructor, Counselor, Student Activities and Athletic Coordinator for DCC and Celebration Committee member. The experience will be one reminiscent of the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. In addition to performing, the band will discuss the history of piping. Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums is comprised of members of police, fire and rescue agencies in the Raleigh/ Durham area and active and retired members of the U.S. military, along with their family members and friends. The primary mission of the band is to honor their fallen comrades – those in public service and military members – who gave their lives in the line of duty. The rite of playing the bagpipes at fire and police department funerals in the United States dates back more than 150 years, and the tradition of piping dates back to a regiment in

the British Army. Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums was patterned after the 42nd Highland Light Infantry, the Black Watch Royal Highland Regiment. The Black Watch was the ﬁrst kilted regiment in the British Army and the ﬁrst to introduce bagpipes and drums. The 33rd Annual Celebration of the Arts also showcases the talents of local artists. “This year attendees can look forward to a variety of music and performances,” says Sherry Gott, Celebration Chair and DCC Associate Professor of English. “We are delighted to have musician Glenwood Smith, a local favorite who has performed with his band

Monday, March 23 •Glenwood Smith Band: A local rock/ jazz group will perform from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the DCC Student Center Tuesday, March 24 • Shakespearean Comedy Act: Chris Pantazis, DCC faculty member, is the lead actor in “Pyramus and Thisbe” Redux starting at 11 a.m. in Oliver Hall/Temple Building. Pyramus and Thisbe are a pair of illfated lovers who appear in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. • Wake and District Public Safety Pipes and Drums: Performance begins at 4:00 p.m. on the DCC ball ﬁeld in front of the Hill Building. Wednesday, March 25 • Dan River Review Student Showcase: The creators of DCC’s student magazine will showcase their talents from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the DCC Student Center. • Art Judging and Reception with

at various locations in Danville. Also, we have a return performer – Anndrena Belcher, storyteller and dress-up artist – who was a huge hit last year. The Brass Knights is a quartet led by one of our DCC folks. For something totally different, we will have a quick Shakespeare act, “Pyramus and Thisbe” Redux, led by DCC faculty member, Chris Pantazis.” Celebration events are free and open to the public. For more information, call 434.797.8566 or email sgott@dcc.vccs.edu or visit 1008 South Main Street or www.dcc.vccs.edu.

String Quartet: Artwork created by community members will be judged and prizes will be awarded during a reception at 5:30 p.m. in the library at DCC. A string quartet will provide entertainment. • The Brass Knights: A quartet consisting of members of the Danville Symphony Orchestra will bring jazz to the DCC Student Center from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 26 • Anndrena Belcher: A renowned storyteller from Appalachia will give an oral history performance from 11 a.m. to noon in Oliver Hall/ Temple Building. Her performance combines elements of folk lore, song, dance and poetry. • Spoken Word Performances: Members of the Greensboro, North Carolina non-proﬁt organization PoetShe will perform from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Oliver Hall/Temple Building.

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Ongoing

Magic Tree House Space Mission

Now showing in the Digital Dome Theater at the Danville Science Center, this presentation was developed by UNC Morehead Planetarium and based on Mary Pope Osborne’s popular book series. It begins when a mysterious character known only as “M” sends the intrepid Jack and Annie on a fun-ﬁlled journey to discover the secrets of the sun, moon, planets, space travel and more. For more information, visit www.dsc. smv.org or call 34.791.5160. The DSC is located at 677 Craghead Street. (submitted by Adam Goebel)

Sunday, March 1 – Wednesday, March 18

On the Edge of Obsessive Compulsiveness Exhibit

An exhibition of original mixed-media collages by Sam Lasris will be featured in the Lobby-Gallery of the Caswell County Civic Center, 536 Main Street East, in Yanceyville, North Carolina. Lasris is a life-long art aﬁcionado and student who cites Seurat, Mondrian, Matisse, the cubists, and the modernists as artistic inﬂuences. He says, “My work starts with items that most people discard with little consideration for the energies expended in their creation and the fact that every object is the result of many hours of thought, design, and engineering.” The CCC is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and on evenings and weekends when the facility is in use. For more information call 336.694.4591, email ccarts@caswell.k12.nc.us or visit www.ccfta.org.

Tuesday, March 10

What Does Research Really Mean: How Could It Affect You?

From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ballou Recreation Center, 760 West Main Street, Andrew Barnes, PhD, Department of Healthcare Policy & Research, Virginia Commonwealth University, will report on his research study recently completed in Danville and the surrounding areas: The Health Insurance Choice Project. Amma Agyemang, MS, MPH, Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student, VCU, will present her research project: Sleep in Cancer Patients. Bring your lunch and a friend. Drinks and dessert are provided. Boxed lunches can be ordered in advance for $6.50. Call to make a reservation, 434.421.3060 or email cllitzenberg@vcu.edu. The program is hosted by the Cancer Research and Resource Center of Southern Virginia/Danville in partnership with Danville Parks & Recreation. (submitted by Melanie Vaughan)

Sunday, March 15

Chatham Concert Series

Enjoy the Ides of March at the concert series season ﬁnale! The program will feature chamber music for ﬂute, harp and strings with Roanoke Symphony Flutist Julee Hickcox, Greensboro Symphony Harpist Helen Rifas, and the Classic Strings Duo of Kevin & Bryan Matheson on violin and viola. Admission is by donation for the musicians. Program begins at 3:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 66 North Main Street, Chatham. Reception will follow. For more information, email kstrings1@hotmail.com. (submitted by Susan Payntner)

Friday, March 20

Opening Reception for Fritz Janschka Exhibit

From 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., the public is invited to the free, opening reception of the newest exhibit at the Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History at 975 Main Street. Janschka is an internationally celebrated painter, sculptor and graphic artist and one of the founders of the Vienna School of Fantastic Realism. Born in Austria in 1919, he studied at the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna and came to the United States to teach at Photo Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania, by Ja rrod Brow where he remained for 36 years. n Though inﬂuenced by Surrealism, Janschka’s work has continued to evolve over the last half-century. The exhibit will remain through May 17. For more information, visit www.danvillemuseum.org or call 434.793.5644. (submitted by Patsi Compton)

Friday, March 20

Opening Reception for Civil War Redux Exhibit

As part of Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History’s commemoration of the sesquicentennial of the American Civil War, the Schoolﬁeld Gallery will feature Civil War Redux by Richmond photographer Willie Anne Wright. Beginning in 1987, when she chanced upon a re-enactment in Richmond, Wright spent 12+ years following the troops. She photographed re-enactments on or near original Civil War sites using a pinhole camera. Using lensless photography, Wright is able to recreate the slow imaging processes of the photographers of the mid19th century. Wright says, “My subjects, as theirs, did not include battle action. I concentrated on camp scenes, impressions of players of the period -- both famous and little known-- medical and death related images, and portrayals of widows. Included are men and women --African American, Yankees and Rebels. While recording the activities of the historically accurate re-enactors, sometimes an inevitable anachronism slips in.” The exhibition is on loan from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The free preview reception for the public is 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The exhibit closes on Friday, May 15. The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A small admission fee is charged most days for non-members. For more information, visit www.danvillemuseum.org or call 434.793.5644. (submitted by Patsi Compton)

Friday, March 20 – Sunday, April 5 Godspell

This famous Broadway show, based on the Gospel of Matthew, will be presented at the North Theatre, 629 North Main Street, and features a score by Stephen Schwartz, the composer of Wicked and Pippin. It boasts a string of well-loved songs including ”Day by Day.” Godspell, a cherished reﬂection on the teachings of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance, and love, is directed by Mimi Johnson Grubb. Shows on Fridays and Saturdays, March 20-21, 27-28 & April 3-4 begin at 8:00 p.m. Sunday matinees on March 22 and 29, and April 5 begin at 2:30 p.m. Front Orchestra tickets are $20.00, $13.00 for children and students; Back Orchestra tickets are $15.00, $8.00 for children and students. For more information, call 434.793.7469. (submitted by Wayne Alan)

Saturday, March 21

Danville Symphony Orchestra Concert

The DSO, under the direction of Peter Perret, will present a classical concert, Spring in the New World, beginning at 8:00 p.m. It is often said that love is in the air in spring, so it is ﬁtting to start with Beethoven’s popular Lenore Overture No 3 from his only Opera, Fidelio, which tells a love story of a wife

Evince Magazine saving her husband’s life. Spring from the “Four Seasons” as composed by Vivaldi, then Astor Piazzolla will give very different interpretations of the season. The ﬁrst recalls the sounds of spring like birds, fountains, breezes and a thunderstorm, while the latter is more rhythmic and bold. Then, Symphony No. 9, “New World” by Dvorak, completes the mood for a change of season. The concert will be held at the George Washington High School Auditorium, 701 Broad Street. There is no admission charge. (submitted by Mary Franklin)

Saturday, March 28

Eggcellent Adventures

From 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History, 975 Main Street, invites children ages 4 to 10 to this free, public event that includes crafts and games. Each participant should bring a basket for the egg hunt and must be accompanied by an adult. Call 434.793.5644 for more information or visit www.danvillemuseum.org. (submitted by Cara Burton)

Upcoming Saturday, April 4

The Life of Jefferson Davis from a Descendant’s Viewpoint

The great-great grandson of President Jefferson Davis, Bertram Hayes-Davis, will be speaking at 2:00 p.m. at Averett University’s Pritchett Auditorium on Mountain View Avenue. His presentation is free and open to the public. Dinner with Mr. Hayes-Davis will be a museum fundraising event from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History, 975 Main Street. For more information, call 434.793.5644. (submitted by Cara Burton)

Saturday, April 25 The Royal Tea

From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Langhorne House presents a vintage fashion show coordinated by Sara Spisu at the Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History, 975 Main Street. It answers the question, “What would you wear to meet the Royals?” The event is sponsored by Rick and Kristen Barker with tea delicacies provided by Golden Leaf Bistro. Tickets are $20. For more information, call 336.592.0222. This is a prelude to Encounters with Royalty, an exhibit at Langhorne House, 117 Broad Street, opening on May 5. It centers around Lady Astor’s ensemble that she wore to the coronation of George VI in 1937 and Elizabeth II in 1953. Loaned by the Valentine Museum in Richmond, Virginia, the elegant ensemble was donated to them by Nancy Langhorne, Lady Astor, in 1958. (submitted by Jerry Meadors)

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Guided Walking Tour – Millionaires Row & Holbrook Street. $8; free for children 12 & younger. 434.770.1974. www.danvillehistory.org. Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History (DMFAH) self-guided audiovisual tours. DMFAH Exhibits. See page 16. Danville Science Center Digital Dome Theater - Open for guests to fully explore the known universe as well as some fascinating phenomena right here on Earth. The immersive dome setting showcases the scientific wonders of space, engages visitors with live astronomers, and offers large format films. Danville Science Center (DSC). 434.791.5160. Estlow’s Trains Exhibit - John “Jack” Estlow, Jr. originally constructed this “N” Scale Train layout which was donated by his daughters and grandson so visitors can enjoy trains running in the train station. DSC. 434.791.5160. Bingo – Bring a gift to exchange and have blood pressure and body index checked. Location/times vary. 434.799.5216. Pittsylvania County Public Library Events. See story page 29. Tai-Chi Day Classes - Increase strength, balance, flexibility and progress at your own pace. M 11:15am-12:15pm; W 3:304:30pm. Ballou Rec. Center. 434.799.5216. Let’s Dance – Formerly Boogie Mondays. Learn new dances, make new friends and have loads of fun. 7-8:30pm. Ballou Rec. Center. 434.799.5216. Art with Judie – Learn how to paint with acrylic, oil or watercolor. M/TU - Times vary. Ballou Annex. 434.799.5216. Ladies, It’s Time to Work It Out. MW 8:30-10am. City Auditorium. 434.797.8848. Kuumba African Dance – Live drumming and energetic dancing that helps raise cultural awareness, uplift and provides a great workout. Kids M 6-6:30pm; Adults M 67:30pm. Stonewall Youth Center. 434.797.8848. Prime Time Fitness - Low-impact aerobics workout with a mix of various fun dance steps. TUTH 9:3011am or 5:30-7pm. Coates Rec. Center. 434.797.8848. Get Moving with Chair Exercises – Low-impact class ideal for adults 50+. TUTH 11:30am-12:30pm. Coates Rec. Center. 434.797.8848. Zumba Classes - Hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves create a one-of-a-kind interval training fitness program with fun routines that tone and sculpt the body while burning fat. W 5:15-6pm/

TH 5:30-6:30pm Pepsi Building. TH 7-8pm. Coates Rec. Center. 434.797.8848. Art with Flo – Wet on wet technique of oil painting. Ages 18+. W 9:3011:30am, Glenwood Community Center; 6-8pm, Ballou Annex. 434.799.5216. African Cardio Blast - A unique workout that includes dance movements from various regions of the African continent. W 6-7pm. City Auditorium. 434.797.8848. African Rhythms by Nguzo Saba – Learn West African dance to live drumming. W 6-7pm. City Auditorium. 434.797.8848. Cardio Step Class – Up-tempo, high energy class. TTH 8:30-9:30am. City Auditorium. 434.797.8848. Baby Boomer Style Work Out – Walking, cardio activity & weight training designed for older adults. TTH 9-10:30am. City Auditorium. 434.797.8848. Ballou Jammers - Acoustic musical jamboree. Bring a stringed instrument or just listen. TH 3-5pm. Ballou Rec. Center. 434.799.5216. Ballou Book Swap - Take a book or two to read and leave a book or two to share. F 9am-5pm. Ballou Rec. Center. 434.799.5216. Friday Night Fun and Dance – Enjoy a night of dancing with live music by City Limits Band or Country Pride Band. Ages 50+. F 7:30-10:30pm. Ballou Rec. Center. 434.799.5216.

Through March 31

Essel Propack Scholarships – Manufacturing Excellence Scholarship program to recognize Danville and Pittsylvania Co. high school seniors with up to $5,000 based on their outstanding community service, academic performance & leadership skills. Info through guidance counselors or at 434.822.8007. caraballo@ep.esselgroup.com.

Through April 25

Langhorne Exhibit. The story of the house that once was on Main St. and now is on Broad St. A main feature is a model of the house built by Patrick Woodard. Also included are recently discovered photographs, an early map showing the Main St. location, and various memorabilia to illuminate the theme. Saturdays 1-5pm. Langhorne House434.791.2256.

March 1-31

DSC Exhibit: Magic Tree House Space Mission – See page 16. CCCC Art Exhibit – See page 16. Living on the Water Special Exhibit - Virginia Museum of Natural History. 276.634.4141. Martinsville.

March 2

Deco Mesh Wreath Making Materials included. 3-5pm and

6-8pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

March 3

Frontier Living Skills - Step back in time to the 18th century and watch as a character from the frontier days of Danville and Pittsylvania County demonstrates how hides were turned into useable leather, fires were started using flint and steel, ropes were made from twisted fiber and flintlock rifles were used for harvesting game. Ages 10+ 7-8:30pm. Ballou Nature Center.434.799.5215. Pickle Ball Basics - Pickle Ball is fun for all ages and combines the games of badminton, tennis, and ping pong. 5-8pm. Glenwood Community Center. 434.799.5216.

March 3, 17 & 31

Toastmasters - Toastmasters members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. 6-7:15 pm. National University. 434.793.1431.

March 4

Theology on Tap – See page 25. Ellen Glasgow in Virginia – Dr. Martha E. Cook will present this program on the life of the Virginia Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Ellen Glasgow. 3:45 pm. The Wednesday Club. 434.792.7921.

March 5

Job Corps Information Session Vocational training is available in nursing, carpentry, culinary arts, auto repair, electrical, welding and many more. 10:30am-12:30pm. Workforce Development Center. 434.455.2521.

March 6

First Friday Art Walk - Enjoy art, food, music and fun along Martinsville’s historic streets. Over 20 galleries, restaurants and shops are open with live music and other events. 5-7pm. Uptown Martinsville. Pickle Ball Basics - Pickle Ball is fun for all ages and combines the games of badminton, tennis, and ping pong. 8-11am. Coates Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

March 7

Running 4 A Reason 5k/10k/Kids Fun Run. 9am-1pm. Angler’s Park. Beginner Line Dance Workshop Learn fun, new dances ranging from Ultra Beginner to High Beginner levels. 10am-4pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216. Artfelt Expressions of Bob Ross - Ed Gowen, certiﬁed Bob Ross instructor, will help you complete a beautiful painting in one day.

March 2015 S 1 8 15 22 29

M 2 9 16 23 30

T 3 10 17 24 31

W 4 11 18 25

T 5 12 19 26

F 6 13 20 27

S 7 14 21 28

Bring a roll of paper towels and a 16x20 canvas. All other supplies are included. Adults 18+ 10:30am3:30pm. Ballou Annex Building. 434.799.5216. American Chamber Players - This group remain among today’s most exciting and innovative chamber musicians. The ensemble runs the gamut, with repertoire ranging from familiar masterpieces to neglected gems to newly-commissioned American works. 7:30pm. Danville Concert Association.Averett’s Frith Fine Arts Center. 434.792.9242

March 8

American Chamber Players. 2:30pm. Prizery, Chastain Theatre. South Boston 434.572.2543.

March 10

Keeping Well in Mind, Body & Spirit. See page 16.

March 12

2nd Thursday Science Talks Dr. Kaloyan Ivanov, VMNH Assistant Curator of Recent Invertebrates. 6-7pm. VMNH. 276.634.4141. Martinsville.

March 13

Averett Alumni & Friends Trip to Biltmore & Downton Abbey Exhibit – See ad page 14. Flip Flop Friday @ Homeplace Vineyard. See page 3. Comedy Club – Dionne Alexander, headliner, has been seen on HBO Comedy. Irwin Loring has been on Comcast on Demand, Local Point TV and in NYC and Atlantic City. 8 pm. North Theatre. 434.793.7469.

March 14

Green Legs and Hamstrings Trail Run - This seventh annual trail race will feature new race routes on the beautiful Anglers Ridge Mountain Bike Trails. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon. Run as an individual or as a team. Prizes will be awarded in age and gender categories in each race. Overall winners are eligible for additional age group awards. Ages 10+ 10am1pm. Angler’s Park. 434.799.5215. “Bids, Brew, BBQ & Shamrocks too” St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – SHS School. See ad page 25. Magic of the Mind - Celebrity Magician Wayne Alan-mentalism, mind reading and psychic magic. 8pm. North Theatre. 434.793.7469.

March 15

Chatham Concert Series. See page 16.

March 16

DHS Quiz Night. See page 25.

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Archery - Power Pull - Learn to shoot a bow employing proper techniques and build muscle strength through exercises designed to improve your overall performance during this two session program.6:30-8:30pm. Coates Recreation Center. 434.799.5215.

March 19

Gardening Basics - Roots, Soils, and Fertilizers - Do you have questions about your plants, ﬂowers or how to design your yard? Join Stuart Sutphin, Virginia Cooperative Extension Agent, as he shares information and answers questions about landscape design. No fee, registration required. 12-1:30pm. Pepsi Building. 434.797.8848.

March 19 (thru 22)

Staunton River Spring Party Astronomers from across the country converge on the park each spring to peruse vendors’ offerings, learn from guest speakers and presentations, and take advantage of the area’s exceptionally dark night skies.12pm. 434.572.2543.

March 20

DMFAH Opening Reception. See page 16. Craig Wayne Boyd Concert. Person County. See ad page 17.

March 20 (thru April 5)

Godspell. See page 16.

March 21

March Bass Tournament 7am-3pm. Mayo Park. Roxboro, NC. Shamrock 5K Run/Walk & Cycle Event – Race start at 9.m. $20 for early registration thru 3/13. Register online at Eventbrite.com. 434.799.1223Community Market / Riverwalk. Zip Line - Spring Lift Off - Enjoy the view of the newly budding trees from on top of the launch platform as you breathe in the invigorating spring air. Ages 8+ Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.1-2:30pm. Skate Park/Dan Daniel Memorial Park. 434.799.5215. Learn to Play Bridge Today - Have you always wanted to learn how to play Bridge, but did not know where to start? Look no further than this ﬁve-hour seminar taught by ACBL certiﬁed teacher, Skip Wilson, who teaches locally and on many cruise ships. Because his love of Bridge is contagious, you are guaranteed to have a fun and informative day. 10am-3pm. Ballou Nature Center. 434.799.5216. Spring Open House @ The Homeplace Vineyard. See page 3. Sing a Little Song - A tribute to Camilla Williams. The origins and legacy of Gospel music through song, poetry, and skits in a performance. The program presents biographies with songs previously done by featured African American icons of Gospel music. 2-4pm. DMFAH. 434.793.5644. www.danvillemuseum.org. Danville Symphony Orchestra’s Winter Classic Concert. See page 16. Swingtime! - Direct from London, The Jive Aces are internationally renowned for their superior musicianship and spectacular stage

show, not to mention their energetic renditions of Swing/Jive/R&B classics by greats like Cab Calloway, Bobby Darin, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. 7:30pm. Martinsville HS Auditorium. 276.632.3221.

March 23 (thru 26)

Celebration of the Arts. See page 15 and ad page 25.

March 25

Doodle Bugs! - Physical Sciences Energy. 3-4pm.VMNH. 276.634.4141. Martinsville.

March 26

Blue Jeans Gala - This isn’t your average black tie gala. Leave the black tie at home and pull on those blue jeans. Enjoy appetizers, dancing corn home, music by DJ Larry Stamps, photo booth and more. Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club. 7-10 pm. Gentry Farm. www.bgcdanville.org Zip Line - Night Flight - Zip lining in the dark creates an exciting ride through the shadows in the twilight. Bring a brave friend and ride together. Ages 8+. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 8-9:30pm. Skate Park. 434.799.5215.

March 27

Cabin Fever Music Series - Events will feature Americana, Blues and progressive bluegrass. Entertainment provided by Big Ron Hunter (Blues). 7:30-10:30pm. Danville Community Market. 434.799.5200.

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Eggcellent Adventures. DMFAH. See page 17. 5k Race to Beneﬁt Special Olympics - 10am-12pm. Merrit Commons, Uptown Roxboro, NC. Adoption Fair - Reduced adoption fees for dogs and cats -$40; rabies vaccination and microchip clinic; pet photos with Easter Bunny- $10; dog and cat Easter baskets - $10; and much more! 11am-3pm Danville Area Humane Society Animal Shelter. 434.799.0843. Casino Auction – Annual fundraiser that includes great food, open bar, live and silent auctions, a fun interactive photo booth, and $5,000 in Casino Cash! Attire is black tie optional. 6pm. Chatham Rotary Club. 434.688.1400. Olde Dominion Agricultural Center. www.chathamrotaryclub.com. John Brown Quintet - Bassist, composer, educator and actor, John is the Director of the Jazz Program and Associate Professor of the Practice of Music at Duke University. 7:30pm. Kirby Theater. 336.597.1709.

Upcoming April 4

The Life of Jefferson Davis from a Descendant’s Viewpoint. See page 17. Sesquicentennial Old South Ball. See ad page 24.

April 25

The Royal Tea. See page 17.

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Book Clubbing A review by Diane Adkins

Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail Winston Churchill said, “He who fails to plan is planning to fail.” The starting point for achieving greater levels of performance is planning. Don’t mistake “planning” for lack of action. Planning is the ﬁrst step to taking action in the right direction. You’ve probably heard the term “strategic planning”. Even though big companies spend a lot of money getting consultants to help them create these elaborate tomes, it’s actually very simple ... a strategic plan is a clear, written account of your vision for success. This can be personal or professional. Generally, strategic planning starts with a deﬁned vision, mission and values. I know what you’re probably thinking ... here she goes with the business consultant mumbo jumbo. Don’t blame me for the poor reputation of those terms! Unfortunately, for a lot of companies, those are just words on a plaque in the lobby. But when thoughtfully developed and INTEGRATED into your daily behaviors, decisions and attitudes, they become a roadmap to success. Don’t be intimidated by the words.

Start with a piece of paper, some peace and quiet, and then answer these questions ... either personally or professionally: • Mission -- Why do you exist / What’s your “purpose”? • Vision -- Where do you want to go / Where do you want to be in five or more years? • Values -- How do you need to behave to get there / What are your guiding principles? It doesn’t matter how good the map is if you never leave the house, and it doesn’t matter how good the plan is if it isn’t executed. Define some critical actions or “baby steps” that align with and advance the “plan”. I like quotes. And I learn a lot from the wisdom, and even the mistakes, of others. I leave you with this one by Karen Lamb: “A year from now you may wish you had started today.” Go ahead and take that first step! Kristina R. Barkhouser, CPLP Direct: 434.797.6770 Mobile: 434.489.1309 kbarkhouser@ExcelenPerformance.com Kristina R. Barkhouser is the founder and President of Excelen Performance, Inc. She has over 20 years of experience in technical and interpersonal skills development.

New Life, No Instructions by Gail Caldwell

Judith Viorst famously called them “necessary losses.” Bodily decline. Permanent departures of parents and friends. A forgetfulness we pray is only the aging process, not some dread cognitive disorder. What do we do when our stories suddenly change in midlife? In Gail Caldwell’s latest outing, she addresses the losses, but doesn’t pitch her tent there to dwell in them. This is the story of a life remade in the author’s sixties, both psychologically and physically. Her shorthand for herself— author, Texan, slight limp from polio—is now in need of a rewrite. Caldwell had lost, in the space of six years, her mother and father and her best friend (a friendship documented in her earlier memoir, Let’s Take the Long Way Home). She also lost a beloved pet, her Samoyed dog, Clementine. She is coming out of the shadow of those losses, only to face another problem: physical decline. Caldwell had polio as a child, a condition that left her with a leg about an inch shorter than the other and with compromised muscles. Despite that, she has been physically active, a rower who goes out on the Charles River in Boston several times a week. However, her friends have started to notice a limp. She reminds them of the polio, but it’s clear something is happening to her, something she is trying to ignore. A new dog, another spirited Samoyed, is one way of ignoring it. The dogged determination to keep rowing is another. Now comes the inevitable trip to the orthopedist, who tells her the X-rays show bone on bone, a flattened hip joint. It’s a miracle she’s walking, that she made it into the office. A hip replacement is the only option. How does a single woman who lives alone with a large dog negotiate a major surgery that will keep her from doing the simplest of tasks for a fairly long period of time? We get by with a little help from our friends. In fact, it’s those friends that are the stars of the story, the throng upholding her life. Friends are the family we choose, whether they come from church or gym or book group. The ones who bake you a casserole, walk your dog, and cry with you after life events threaten to capsize the little boat of life you’ve carefully crafted to negotiate the river of everyday life. Caldwell makes it and through the miracle wrought by her surgeon, she is suddenly fiveeighths of an inch taller, without the limp she has had since she was a toddler. New life. No instructions. What happens to us when the story changes and the trajectory of our life is radically altered for the better? Walk with Caldwell and find out. Diane S. Adkins is the Director of the Pittsylvania County Public Library System, with branches in Brosville, Chatham, Gretna, and Mt. Hermon, as well as a bookmobile and a History Research Center and Library located in the Chatham Train Depot. Send information about what you or your book club is reading to joycewilburn@gmail.com.

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Work It All Out by Ciji Moore Education & Outreach Coordinator, Get Fit Dan River Region

t’s spring and we all want to ditch the winter jackets, scarves, gloves and other pieces of apparel that remind us of cold weather. It’s been easy to cover up our bodies with all that clothing, but now it’s time to show off what you’ve been hiding. Hopefully, everyone has been staying ﬁt! If not, now is the time to work it all out. Most times, when people are getting back into their workout regimen, they pick and choose what body part they want to focus on instead of focusing on the entire body. I have a secret to share with you— there is no such thing as working one body part

and seeing real overall progress. You want your body to look nice and proportional all over. This season choose activities that work the entire body or choose certain days during the week to target speciﬁc body parts, but remember never to neglect any of them: chest, arms, legs, shoulders, abs and back. It’s not too late to have that summer body you yearn for. Don’t keep putting it off. Need or want tips on how to get started with your activity/nutrition goals? Leave a question for us on the Get Fit Dan River Region Facebook or Twitter page.

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Identity: An Exhibition of You has more aspects than mentioned here. You may feel like you’re in a more fun type of psychology or sociology class, but there’s nothing scary to bring on a panic attack like happened to me in a 1969 Psychology 101 classroom. Evidently, I had some unrealized apprehension about transitioning from high school senior to college freshman. I guess if you’re going to have a panic attack, the best place for it is in psych class. At the exhibit, there is no real human brain for you to feel, but you may feel your own brain growing as it absorbs the knowledge presented there.

his title is meant neither as self-assurance to me nor reassurance to you. It is a quote from someone in my past, whose identity you will shortly learn. The Danville Science Center’s current exhibit, Identity: An Exhibition of You, brings back the psychology and sociology classes of my college days. In addition to the brain’s physical workings, the new exhibit explores identity through ethnic, social, individual, and group aspects, up to those greatest of all groups--nations. The exhibit also explores physical changes and changes in self-identity over time. This exhibit has an oversized replica of the human brain complete with screens highlighting the brain’s different areas controlling various aspects of our reality. Some of the exhibit’s brain-related screens are operated by touch. That reminds me of a time, back in college, when a professor, Dr. Willard Brigner, said in his characteristic monotone, “I have a brain. It’s in my ofﬁce, and

I Have a Brain by Mack Williams Danville Science Center Education Coordinator if you so desire, you may stop by after class to see and touch it.” It was an actual human brain in formaldehyde! We few, who saw and touched it, were greatly

impressed--although the brain which Dr. Brigner regularly brought to class, his own, was pretty impressive enough.

Identity: An Exhibition of You at the Danville Science Center, 677 Craghead Street, is open from Tuesdays through Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. through May 3. Exhibit admission: adults $7; seniors (60+) and youth (4-12) $6; under age four and members are free. For more information, visit www.dsc.smv.org or call 434.791.5160.

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Food for Mind, Body & Soul The following non-proﬁts will feed your mind and soul while you dine on good food and drink at Jake’s on Main, 215 Main Street, in the fountain plaza. www.jakesonmaindanville.com 434.792.0123. The Danville Historical Society sponsors Quiz Night on the third Monday of every month. Bring a team of four or be placed on one. Teams try to answer questions about history and pop culture. Register at shl840@comcast. net. Restaurant opens just for attendees at 6:00 p.m. Quiz is from 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. For more info about the DHS, visit www.danvillehistory.org.

The Danville Science Center and The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research hosts Science Bites once a month on a Tuesday evening. Check their Facebook page or call 434.791.5160 for more information and speciﬁc dates. www.dsc.smv.org The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany invites you to Theology on Tap 2.0 on the ﬁrst Wednesday of the month from 8:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Join them for community conversation and a beverage. Call 843.647.8748 for details. www.epiphanychurchdanville.org

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Reﬂecting Forward I Love Food with Friends (with apologies to vegetarians) by Linda Lemery

love chicken. I love it smothered with special sauce, rolled up and baked with cream cheese, bubbling in Italian marinara, wrapped in bacon. I especially love it with a big salad and low-carb vegetables, because my decades-long love affair with carbohydrates (like twicebaked potatoes and homemade Sheepherder’s bread) is over. These days I glory in grilled chicken; breaded chicken is a distant, sweet memory. I love beef. I love marinating it in a homemade teriyaki sauce and grilling it on shish kebab skewers. I love serving it with buttered, seasoned shirataki (Japanese tofu noodles for the low-carb crowd), a Greek salad and fresh steamed broccoli. If you’re a carb-lover, substitute golden rice steeped in chicken bouillon with golden raisins,

sautéed onions and pecans and rolls for the shirataki. I love it even better if my husband grills the marinated beef on the gas grill outside, but in a pinch, I can grill it on the indoor grill. I love pork medallions sautéed in olive oil with spices, sometimes with fresh corn on the cob. My husband, the carbophile, would choose a sweet potato, baked until it’s falling apart, along with garlic bread as suitable food companions. I also love pulled pork with a champion bottled sweet, tangy barbeque sauce or one that I’ve tried and loved and somebody else told me how to make. I really love homemade meatloaf with ketchup, mashed steamed cauliﬂower, steamed pea pods and coleslaw. My son wouldn’t call it complete without homemade macaroni and cheese and homemade rolls. His ﬁancé calls that “carbolicious.” They phoned home

My cousin Inger’s birthday meal at Skovsgaard castle near Rudkobing, Denmark. Photo courtesy/Linda Lemery one day wanting to know how I made the macaroni and cheese as theirs didn’t taste right. The secret? Double the sauce. That always improves everything. What about fish? I love it grilled, baked, breaded, fried, and sautéed, although these days I generally have it grilled or baked, and served with a huge salad and steamed broccoli. I don’t like to cook fish in my house. I’ve never developed a tolerance for the smell of fresh fish in my kitchen --- but I love to go out and eat it with our “fins and feathers” friends. And what about corned beef and cabbage? Mine takes two days to make-- boiling the corned beef the first day and baking it the next, so we generally have it on Sunday. I always make extra for sandwiches the next week and it never, ever lasts beyond Tuesday. Everybody gobbles it down and suddenly all we have is an elusive memory. All that said, though, the best meals are always shared. We love to go out to dinner with friends. Sometimes we go for soup and salad, although I stay away from ordering French onion or cauliflower tomato soup, because I prefer my own versions. More rarely, we go out for steak night. Sometimes it’s fish night. Sometimes it’s halfprice burger night. We try not to eat out more than twice per week to avoid blowing our budget. But when

we do go out, the conversation and the laughter make everything taste better. Friday nights with friends over a platter of ﬁsh and coleslaw and all the trimmings, telling stories about the long week behind us and the long week coming up: these are happy times with happy people around the table. Lingering over coffee and dessert and making plans is a pleasure, not a burden. It’s even better when we can go to a restaurant where we can hear our companions; at some, the music and talking are so loud that we cannot hear each other speak. That’s tough, because to enjoy our friends, we have to be able to converse. Where we can’t hear each other, we don’t go back. Food always tastes better with friends. Maybe we’ll go out to breakfast this weekend for those omelets that are so loaded with meats, cheeses, peppers and onions that they gape open like happy smiles. You know, the ones that come with toast and hash browns and pancakes (or the steamed vegetables and fruit for the carbohydrate faint-of-heart). You get the idea. I hope I’ll see you there. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! About the Author: When she’s not salivating in anticipation of her next meal, Linda Lemery llemery@averett.edu works as Circulation Manager at Averett University’s Mary B. Blount Library in Danville. She welcomes your comments.

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Book Discussions for Adults:

• Brown Bag Book Discussions: Every Wednesday from noon until 1:00 p.m., Chatham. Reviewers in March include Mark dePaulo, Katie Whitehead, Kenyon Scott, and Diane Adkins. • Second Thursday Discussion Group: March 12, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Chatham. Virginia Climate Fever by Stephen Nash. Book Talk: Friday, March 13, noon, Brosville. • Adults/Teen Book Club: Thursday, March 19, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Chatham.

STEM Programs for Students:

• STEM Saturday: Saturday, March 7, 11:00-1:00 p.m., Chatham. Science, technology, engineering, and math challenges for 9-14 year olds. March program: Up close and personal with microscopes and magnifying glasses. • STEM Saturday: Saturday, March 14, 2:30 p.m., Mt. Hermon. Build solar powered cars with tools from our new STEM kit from the Library of Virginia. Registration required. Ages 12-17.

Job Search Tips:

Wednesdays, noon until 2:00 p.m., Brosville. Résumé, email, job search, basic Internet. Registration required.

Food, Nutrition, Fitness, Health:

What’s Happening in the Pittsylvania County Public Libraries Special Event:

• Winter Reading Finale and Ice Cream Social: Monday, March 2, 4:30 p.m., Gretna. The Cat in the Hat will present the Winter Reading Awards. Registration requested. • Winter Reading Finale/Dr. Seuss and Curious George Party: Monday, March 2, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m., Chatham. • Teen Tech Week: March 9-14. • Special activities: Saturday, March 14, 2:30 p.m., Mt. Hermon. Build solar powered cars with tools from our new STEM kit. Registration required. Ages 12-17. • All week, Mt. Hermon: “Book”ie contest. All week, Brosville: Make a duct tape case for your phone or device. • All week, Chatham: Teen Tech Takeaways. • National Crochet Week: March 9-14. Drop by and see the Brosville crochet group’s recent creations. • Potato Chip Day: Friday, March 13, Brosville. Chips for all! • World Storytelling Day: Friday, March 20, 10:00-11:00 a.m., Chatham. Tall tales from around the world. All ages.

Reading/Learning Programs :

• Preschool Early Literacy Programs: Mother Goose on the Loose: Every Monday, 11:00-11:30 a.m. at Chatham; every Friday, 10:30 a.m., Mt. Hermon. Monday, March 9, 10:00 a.m., Brosville. Books, music, poems, nursery rhymes, and rhythm instruments. Open to children ages birth to 3 with their parents or caregivers. • Wednesdays for Wees: All branches except History Center, 10:00 a.m. Wednesday mornings, for ages 0-5. Presented in partnership with Smart Beginnings Danville Pittsylvania County.

School-Aged Children:

• Read with Maggie: Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18, and 25, Chatham. Tuesday, March 24, 4:00 p.m., Mt. Hermon. Afternoon R-n-R: Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19, and 26, 4:30 p.m., Mt. Hermon. • Stories and crafts. Homeschoolers: Friday, March 6, 1:00 p.m., Brosville. Make a paracord bracelet. • Homeschool Connection: Tuesdays, March 10 and March 24, 11:00 a.m., Gretna. • Writers Group: Thursday, March 12, 6:00-7:00 p.m.. Chatham.

• Group Fitness: Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Gretna. • Abs with Angie: Every Tuesday, 5:00-5:30 p.m., Chatham. Open to adults. • Recipe Club: Tuesday, March 10, 5:00 p.m., Gretna. “Potluck.” Call to register, 434.656.2579. • Aromatherapy: Thursday, March 12, 5:30 p.m., Brosville. Learn about essential oils.

Computer Classes:

• One-on-One Tutorials with Luther: Every Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 p.m., Chatham. • Digital Downloads Demystiﬁed: Wednesday, March 4, 4:00-5:30 p.m., Brosville.

Art & Craft:

• Knitting & Amigurumi Crochet Groups: Mondays March 2 and March 16, 6:30 p.m., Mt. Hermon. • Quilting: Tuesday, March 3, 10:00 a.m., Brosville. • Re-Use It Tuesday Craft Night: Tuesday, March 3, 5:00 p.m., Gretna. • Needlework: Tuesdays, March 10, 17, 24, 10:00 a.m., Brosville. Knitting, embroidery, crochet. • Make and Take Craft: Tuesday, March 10, 3:00-4:45 p.m. Chatham. • Quilt Club: Saturday, March 14, 10:00 a.m. until noon, Chatham. • Art Class: Tuesdays, March 17 and 24, 4:00 p.m., Chatham. • Art Club: Tuesday, March 17, 4:00 p.m., Gretna. • Wreath Making Workshop: Thursday, March 26, 10:00 a.m. until noon, or 4:30-7:30 p.m., Brosville. Cost of materials is $10. • Special Craft: Friday, March 27, 2:00 p.m., Chatham. • Make a Fantasy Terrarium. Ages 12-adult; registration required.

Movies:

• Afternoon Toons: Fridays, March 6, 13, 20, and 27, 4:00 p.m., Mt. Hermon. • Movie Day: Tuesday, March 17, 4:00 p.m., Mt. Hermon: Darby O’Gill and the Little People. • Family Movie: Saturday, March 28, 10:30 a.m., Mt. Hermon. The Boxtrolls.

Game Programs & Activities:

• Bingo: Thursday, March 5, 4:00 p.m., Chatham. Ages 7-15. • Learning with LEGOs: Saturday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., Mt. Hermon. This month’s theme: We’re Frozen! • Family Bingo Night: Tuesday, March 24, 5:00 p.m., Gretna. • LEGO Play Day: Thursday, March 26, 4:00-4:45 p.m., Chatham. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free. For more information, contact Gretna Library, 207 A Coffey Street, 434.656.2579; Mt. Hermon Library, 2725 Franklin Turnpike, 434.835.0326; History Research Center and Library, 340 Whitehead Street, Chatham; 434.432.8931; PCP Main Library, 24 Military Drive, Chatham, 434.432.3271or visit www.pcplib.org.

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Photo Finish

Shane and Summer Olinger, Lynn Matney, and Kaye Keesee pause for a moment to smile for the camera.

Danville’s 2 Witches Winery & Brewery on Trade Street was the place to be on a recent Friday night. Evince photographer, Von Wellington, fought his way through the dancing crowd to take a few pictures. We apologize in advance if a name is misspelled--the energizing music was loud! During Virginia Wine & Dine Month, visit the local wineries and the state’s only co-existing winery/brewery. See additional stories on page 3 and 6.

For more info about Von Wellington Photography, visit www.vonwellingtonphotography.com or call 434.770.3553. See more pictures on Facebook.

Brook Norton, Nikki Kohut, Wendy Childress, and Jennifer Hall catch some cool air outside the crowded party room.

Hamming it up for the camera are: Eve Cook, Laurie Weaver, Shannon Calloway, Katie Dickerson, and Candice Ireson (in front).

Sisters, Kathy Dix and Jean Carol Johnston, party with Matt Nelson, and Ricky Dix.

Commonwealth Home Health Care co-workers and friends know how to have fun: back row: Drake Easley, Bev Haynes, Tammy Jones. front row: Jeremiah Sanom, Kristen Wiles, Brittney Easley, Linda & Phillip Kessee, Barbara Brooks, Angela Sanom.

Cory Niedfeldt brought a Rubik’s Cube to impress Inez Rodenburg.

Steve Ramsey wore his long hair attached to a cap for his evening with Sandy Ramsey.

Mike Rose, Steve Bridges, and Michelle Bridges chat during a break in the music.

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Susan & Robert Ramsey, Jeannie & Lane Nunn, George & Teresa Martin show off their ‘80s attire.

DJ Larry Stamps kept the crowd dancing and moving.

Lorien Huemoeller (far right) encourages her girlfriends to do aerobic exercise—a popular 1980’s workout: Alison Bernard, Nicki Gibson, Caryn Finkbeiner, Nancy Schomer, Jill Cleary.

Chris McFarling and Kelly Owen know how to have fun.

The “Whatever Group” loves sunglasses: Lynn Branbam, Angela Gregory, Aliea Pastore, and Brandon Lewis.

Lee & Blair Vogler, Rachael Sanford, and Natalie Bell have a great time being with the crowd.

Nikki Kohut surprises Brittany Barland.

Jon Heard looks over the heads of Brian & Jessica Zagol, Eric & Kim Hash, and Andrea & Trip Emerson.

Caren Jefferson and her daughter, Julie Brown, two of the family members who own and operate 2 Witches Winery & Brewery, sport appropriate T-shirts for the theme party.