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ON THE COVER Laker K i d s Writer Lindsey Wagnon has compiled the top on-water and off-water activities sure to keep youngsters of every age busy all summer long.

RIGHT Sam Fansler, 7, son of Eric and Andrea Fansler of Moneta, enjoys a frozen treat on the dock with Cassie, a Shi Tzu belonging to his grandparents, Tom and Barbara Fansler of Moneta. Photo by Huong Fralin

Maintenance-Free Lake Living Guide

In general, life at Smith Mountain Lake is peaceful, relaxing and recreational. Add in a maintenance-free property, and the rewards of living here are maximized. Turn to page 67 to read about how the trend is growing in popularity with a younger demographic.

Sweet Treats of Smith Mountain Lake

For most Lakers, savoring a milkshake, sundae, split or scoop is a summertime tradition. Luckily, there are a number of lake-area eateries that offer residents and visitors a wide variety of cold concoctions. We’ve got the scoop on them all in our sweet treats wrap-up.

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Contents Smith Mountain Laker Magazine | July/August 2012

DEPARTMENTS 11

Editor’s Note

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69 55 WIN $1,000! LANDSCAPE CONTEST It’s not too late! Turn to Page 33 to find details on entering our 5th Lovely Laker Landscape Contest!

Lake Homes • Bob and Terri Lamendola will open the doors to their Arts and Craftsstyle home for the SML Charity Home Tour

Lake & Garden • Key design elements can make all the difference in creating a beautiful garden

Laker Kids • Fun ideas to keep kids active (and safe) on the water and off this summer

Profile • How two young brothers turned a summertime earnings opportunity into a beloved SML tradition

Feature • From traditional T-shirts to locally produced wine, area retailers offer a wide variety of SML souvenirs

What’s in a Name? • The story behind Joe and Kerri Stephens’ boat, “Castaway III”

Special Section • Our comprehensive guide to SML’s maintenance-free communities

Savor 75

Restaurants • Enjoy a sweet frozen treat at one of nine lake-area establishments

Social Seen 86

Out & About • Good Times at Margaritaville and After 5 Jive

Calendar • Best bets for July and August

Laker Map • Locator map and advertiser index

Laker Real Estate On the Flip • Turn your Laker over to find homes for sale in and around the lake region We offer even more ways to love the lake! smithmountainlake.com • SML Map • Laker Weekly • facebook.com/LakerMagazine SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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ids have so many opportunities to make memories at Smith Mountain Lake – whether they grow up here or visit on vacation. Summers spent fishing, tubing or giving wake sports a try are such special times. A day spent learning the basics of sailing, exploring nearby historic landmarks or hanging out with family and friends at Bridgewater Plaza – the possibilities are endless for kids of all ages. In this issue, we’ve compiled some of our top on-water and offwater adventures in a feature titled “Laker Kids.” It starts on page 35 and includes a multitude of ideas to keep your little ones, tweens and teens occupied all summer long. We’ve even pulled out some of the top kidfriendly events for July and August into a handy calendar (pages 48-49). Of course, what kid (or adult) doesn’t enjoy a cold treat on a hot day? At Smith Mountain Lake, there are numerous eateries that offer a wide variety of frozen treats. We’ve compiled the list in a roundup that starts on page 75. Included is the Ice Cream Boat, an on-water enterprise started by two young brothers that has become a treasured Smith Mountain Lake tradition. Read more about how Ryan and Travis Burke have kept the goodies afloat for 11 seasons in a profile starting on page 50. This issue also includes an inside look at one of the SML Charity Home Tour’s featured houses for 2012 (page 18), a collection of retail locations where you can find the perfect lake souvenir (page 55), our annual guide to maintenance-free communities (page 67) and much more. When you’re finished reading, I’d love to hear what you think. Email your feedback or story ideas to andie@smithmountainlaker.com. Enjoy your summer!

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Peru

Deanna Cebulash and Philip Sheridan of Moneta pose with the Laker in front of Machu Picchu, a 15th-century Inca site perched on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba Valley in Peru. The couple also traveled to the highlands of Equador and the Galapagos Islands during their threeweek adventure last July. “It was a bucket-list trip,” Sheridan said. “It was just fantastic.”

Tanzania Ann and Peter Coriasco traveled last fall to Kenya and Tanzania where they spent time visiting Masai villagers and attending a class with Masai children at a local primary school. The Moneta couple also enjoyed spotting wildlife during daily game drives in Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve and other parks known for lions, leopards, elephants, rhinoceros, buffalo, zebra, gazelle and wildebeest.

New Zealand Rich and Doreen Faga of Moneta traveled in March to Australia and New Zealand where they visited some of the region’s top attractions, including the Sydney Opera House, Great Barrier Reef and Ayers Rock. The couple posed for this photo at the Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park in Rotorua, New Zealand, with the January/February issue of the Laker, which featured a story on their extensive collection of Coca-Cola memorabilia.

Australia Mae and Doug Overman of Moneta celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in April with a 19-day journey to New Zealand and Australia, where they had this photo taken at the Sydney Opera House. Visiting one of Australia’s most-recognized icons “was just one of hundreds of memorable experiences involving friendly residents and beautiful scenes, both natural and manmade, while on the trip,” the Overmans wrote in their email submission.

Florida Keys Roy and MG Enslow of Moneta celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary with a trip last winter to Florida where they spent a week in the Keys enjoying the scenery and warm weather. The couple posed for this photo in Big Pine Key at the No Name Pub, which dates back to 1931 and was also once a brothel. According to the pub’s website, “the venture failed after several years as the fishermen were reported to be better looking than the ladies.”

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Moneta residents Sue and Al Busch spent three weeks last September traveling out West to celebrate their 13th wedding anniversary. The couple enjoyed visits to Lake Tahoe, the California coast and wine country, as well as Sequoia National Park and Yosemite National Park. They posed for this photo with the Laker at Yosemite with Half Dome in the background. Located at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley, the crest rises more than 4,737 feet above the valley floor. “It’s just spectacular,” Al said. “The whole park is, but especially Yosemite Valley.”

Mexico Dave and Laura Pope of Moneta enjoyed a week-long vacation last winter to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. “We went out chasing whales and enjoyed the warm weather. You know we had to take the Laker Magazine along for the ride,” the couple wrote in their email submission.

Ireland Tom and Suzanne Monaghan of Huddleston and Sue and Dick Robertson of Moneta posed for a photo with the Laker in front of their thatched-roof cottage in Killarney, Ireland, where they stayed for part of a two-week vacation last September. Suzanne said highlights of the trip included spending a night at Castle Leslie in County Monaghan (where Paul McCartney and Heather Mills were married) and touring the Guinness Brewery in Dublin.

Italy Ray and Susan Wilson of Wirtz traveled to Rome in January where they stopped for a photo with the Laker in front of the Trevi Fountain. One of the most famous fountains in the world, the structure is made mostly of travertine stone and was completed in 1762. Legend has it that if visitors throw a coin into the fountain, they are ensured a return trip to Rome.

Florida Marilyn and Bruce Doble of Wirtz traveled to Sanibel Island, Fla., earlier this year where they spent time collecting shells and riding bicycles along trails to the island’s beaches and wildlife preserves. Pictured in the background is the Sanibel Island Light, which was first lit in 1884 and is still in operation today.

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ABOVE Bob and Terri Lamendola relax on the dock at their Water’s Edge home, which offers lake and mountain views (top).

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WANT TO GO? SML CHARITY HOME TOUR What Eight waterfront homes, accessible by car or boat, featuring distinctive architecture, interior design and landscaping are open for tours. Proceeds benefit eight area charities. When Oct. 5-6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct. 7 from 1 to 5 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance online or at local outlets (see website for a complete list); $25 on Home Tour days at the individual homes or the SML Visitor Center at Bridgewater Plaza (cash or check only) Contact smlcharityhometour.com, 540.297.8687 More Info For additional coverage of the 2012 Home Tour, pick up copies of our sister publication, Laker Weekly, on Sept. 28 and Oct. 5 or log on to smithmountainlake.com.

ABOVE The home’s entry-level kitchen, which includes cherry cabinets and slate backsplash, opens to a casual dining space. LEFT Bob Lamendola spends time in the finished area that houses his collection of cars; stained glass accents the front door.

t’s fitting that the home of Bob and Terri Lamendola is located in The Water’s Edge because that is exactly where the Arts and Crafts beauty sits – right along the country club community’s scenic shoreline. Visitors arriving by boat need only traverse a short walkway to reach the house, which blends seamlessly into its surroundings, belying the fact it was built just three years ago. The home is one of eight that will be showcased Oct. 5-7 at the 22nd annual Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour. “I have always loved going on home tours, and the fact that local charities benefit from this event made us eager to participate,” said Terri. “This is also an opportunity to showcase the work of our home’s builder and subcontractors, with whom we were most impressed. Additionally, this gives Bob and me the opportunity to meet some interesting folks in our area.” SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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HOME JOURNAL Most Unexpected Element A screened-in sleeping porch off the master bedroom with upholstered swing. The Lake Factor “We spent a great deal of time planning the hardscape and landscape so that it would tie the home into the setting, keeping some of the natural plantings and adding ones that complement the surrounding flora,” Terri said. We Couldn’t Live Without The abundant storage space. The home includes a mud room, large closets, a utility room and attic. Biggest Splurge The wine cellar and tasting room. “We have collected and enjoyed wine over the years, but finally have the proper place to store it correctly. Bob enjoys the collecting, cataloging and tasting as a hobby,” Terri said.

ABOVE Clockwise from left, a pebble backsplash accents the sandstone vessel sink in the lowerlevel bathroom; the main living area features classic elements of Arts and Crafts style, including abundant wood trim and distinctive doors with transoms; the study is home to Bob Lamendola’s collection of autoracing memorabilia. FAR RIGHT An upholstered bed swing on the cozy sleeping porch is a relaxing spot for an afternoon nap.

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Arts and Crafts design, a movement made popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, emphasizes traditional craftsmanship and simple forms. “This is the first house we’ve built together, and we chose the Arts and Crafts style because we both love its simple, rustic and casual features,” said Terri. On the exterior, reddish-brown accent wood and rough hewn posts that contrast with cream-sagecolored siding announce that this is no ordinary design. From the street side, visitors enter through a door with stained-glass ornamentation and find themselves in a world of Arts and Crafts wonders – beautiful dark wood trim, heart pine floors, simple and stylish furniture and distinctive doors with transoms. To the right of the entry is the masculine study with custom board and battenstyle oak paneling and a dramatic coffered ceiling.

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The room is home to Bob’s collection of auto-racing memorabilia. “I would call this my favorite room – very relaxing, masculine and reflecting one of my sports passions,” he said. The entrance hall leads to the main living area, the heart of the home, with space for relaxing around the stone fireplace, dining and meal preparation in a big kitchen with cherry cabinets, contrasting island, Wolf-brand range and slate backsplash. “This main living area is a favorite part of the home because it allows everyone in the family to be together,” said Terri. “And the views of the lake are unobstructed.” The open floor plan and the many lake-facing windows make the space feel bright even though the furniture pieces, many of which are antiques, are mainly constructed of dark wood. The couple also favors furniture from Stickley, a manufacturer

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whose products complement the Arts and Crafts style. Antique ceiling beams grace the main living area. The main-floor master suite has a spa bath with a stone accent wall and remote-controlled blinds. Attached to the bedroom is a sleeping porch with a cozy bed swing. The builder, Scott Stalker of Stonefield Homes of the Triad near Greensboro, N.C., is known for utilizing space that may have gone unused with built-in cubbies. At the Lamendola’s home, they’ve been tucked away in the computer/sewing room, mudroom and side-entrance hallway. A stylish Arts and Crafts-style staircase leads up to two guest bedrooms, one with a playroom perfect for visiting grandchildren. The level also features a lookout man cave complete with wet bar, TV, special ventilation to filter out cigar smoke and a view of Smith Mountain. The home’s lake level includes an exercise room with sauna and a bathroom with pebble tile shower and unusual sandstone vessel sink. This level also has a guest suite, family room with stone fireplace, full kitchen, screened porch, 1,000-bottle wine cellar 24 July • August 2012 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKER

LEFT From top, the lower-level family room includes an adjacent full kitchen; a stone wall adds a spa-like feel to the master bathroom. BELOW A rustic wooden door leads to one of the Lamendolas’ favorite areas of the home – the wine cellar and tasting room.

BUILDING BASICS Year Built 2009 Square Footage 6,500 Design Style Arts and Crafts Builder Scott Stalker, Stonefield Homes of the Triad, Greensboro, N.C. Draftsperson Patricia McLemore, On Eagles’ Wings Design, Greensboro, N.C. Dock Builder Smith Construction Co., Glade Hill Landscaping Design: Cabell Crowther, Lynchburg; Installation: Seven Oaks Landscape & Hardscape, Glade Hill Interior Design Melinda Bell Dickey, Alem.Dickey Designed Interiors, Greensboro, N.C.

with a rustic, old world-style door and a winetasting room. “We have collected and enjoyed wine over the years, but it’s great to finally have the proper place to correctly store it. I would never build another home without some kind of wine cellar. I enjoy having that space as well as the wine tasting room,” Bob said. The Lamendola’s 6,500-square-foot home also includes guest quarters above the garage with a spacious bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette. All the guest space is perfect to accommodate their daughter’s family with grandchildren, who visit from North Carolina, and their son who travels to the lake from Connecticut. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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There are many ways to achieve a sense of harmony and unity in a landscape. Here are a few tips: Grow healthy plants. A garden with plants that are struggling to survive is an uncomfortable place, one lacking in harmony. Group plants that have similar needs. It is jarring to see plants that enjoy moisture growing with ones suited to dry conditions, or sun lovers paired with shade seekers. Harmonize the garden with its surroundings. Keep in mind the larger surroundings as you choose plants and design the garden. Echo an architectural detail from your house in the garden to help create a cohesive whole. Also plan to use materials in the

garden that are consistent with the house. If your house is brick, then brick pathways would enhance the unity of your garden. Repeat color or planting themes in different parts of the garden to create a sense of unity. Patterns and shapes repeated throughout a garden also provide a pleasing rhythm that unifies. LEFT Foxglove spires add dynamism to the rounded forms of the sweet William (Dianthus barbatus), contributing to a pleasing blend of textures and colors. ABOVE A series of raised beds creates a definite pattern in this garden.

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PROPORTION AND SCALE

We have all had the experience of putting a piece of furniture, such as a couch, in a small room and noticing that it looks enormous. The same couch in a large room looks quite small. The phenomenon at work is scale. The same object will look larger or smaller, depending on the relative size of its surroundings. The same principles of scale and proportion apply outside. A common mistake homeowners make in their gardens, especially small ones, is to have too many small features. Instead of making the garden feel bigger, it feels busy and lacks focus. To correct this, plant one tree or massive shrub as an important statement in a small garden, and then use that plant as a reference, relating the scale and proportion of the rest of the plantings and ornaments to it. Also include a vertical element such as a tree, trellis or arbor to distract from the close boundaries of the property.

MASS AND SPACE

Large, solid plants, especially if their color is dark, take up more space in the garden both physically and visually. These plants have mass, and are important to define and fill space as well as to provide resting places for the eye in a landscape busy with lots of floral and other ornamental interest. They are like punctuation marks, providing moments of rest and giving form to the design. In winter, when all the frills and distractions of summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bounty are removed from the garden, you can best judge whether your garden has adequate mass. If your design is well done with enough mass, the garden will be interesting even in this bare state. The other source of visual rest in a garden is space. An expanse of patio, a change in level, a swath of lawn, reflecting pool or an uninterrupted view of the lake all serve to provide an open, horizontal break in the design. TOP The contrasting textures of the lacy silvermound (Artemisia schmidtiana) and the broad-leafed lambâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ears (Stachys byzantina) makes a pleasing gray composition. LEFT From top, a modern pergola creates an arresting passageway through a narrow side garden; a pergola tucked up against a fence helps disguise the property line and adds height and shade to this garden. 28 July â&#x20AC;˘ August 2012 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKER

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An ideal design is a pleasing mix of mass and space. If there is too much mass, the garden will appear heavy and dark. If there is too much horizontal space, the garden will feel empty.

TEXTURE, PATTERN AND COLOR

Patterns in gardens are primarily provided by the physical layout. Whatever the pattern, whether symmetrical and ordered for a formal garden, or an abstract pattern for an informal design, it will establish the essential character of the garden. On a smaller scale, you can create additional patterns in your garden with bricks or stones laid out in special designs. Foliage is a good source of texture in a garden. Large-leafed plants are bold in texture, creating a strong, assertive look; small-leafed plants appear

ABOVE Surrounding the swimming pool, this pergola creates a comforting sense of enclosure while, at the same time, framing the view. It provides a human scale in the setting as well as vertical interest. BELOW A carefully pruned and shaped dogwood creates an uneasy effect because it is a native woodland tree with a delicate, open canopy. The unnatural result of tight pruning is visually discordant.

more delicate. Experiment by combining contrasting textures to create a balanced as well as visually stimulating display. Flower form also contributes to texture in the garden. The most interesting designs combine different shapes and textures, including round heads; tall, pointed spires; airy sprays of small blossoms; umbrella-shaped blooms; and tinypetaled flowers. Look beyond flowers to foliage for color in the garden, taking advantage of the incredible range of colors in hues of yellow, red, blue and purple. For added spice, opt for variegated leaves that combine two or more of the possible colors. By effectively using the basic principles of design, you can create a garden that evokes delightful tensions between restful and stimulating, one that is harmonious without being repetitive and boring. Strive to create a garden that is balanced and unified, and at the same time surprising. Most of all, design your garden so it reflects your own personality. Catriona Tudor Erler is a freelance garden writer, photographer and speaker who divides her time between SML and Charlottesville. The author of nine gardening books, Erler also blogs at joyofgardens.com. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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It’s finally here – summer at Smith Mountain Lake! Kids (and grownups, too) are ready to hit the water. But with so many ways to play between the shorelines, where do you start? Wake sports, sailing, paddleboarding, fishing, boating and, of course, swimming – are all choice activities for children. On the following pages, you’ll find details on these and other activities (including some awesome off-water adventures) to help plan some serious summer fun for the young and the young at heart.

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Smith Mountain Lake attracts wake sport enthusiasts galore as it continues to become known for its outstanding sporting conditions. Is your child interested in skiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing or wakeskating? The SML community offers an outlet for involvement in each sport as well as opportunities for sailing, paddleboarding, fishing and more.

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WAKE BOARDING/SURFING/SKATING Learn the ways of the wakeboard with coach Chris Bittinger. An avid boarder and competitor, Bittinger enjoys helping others experience the thrill of the ride. “I will teach both kids and adults about wake boarding, surfing, skating and skiing. Basically, anything you can do behind a boat, I will teach,” said Bittinger. “Through my Wake Up business, I show customers how to do the sport, give them techniques they can practice at home on land and tips on how to pull a wakeboarder behind your boat.” Bittinger offers a range of coaching packages, including a one-hour lesson using the customer’s boat ($75), one hour using his Mastercraft wake boat ($150), a half day ($500) or full day for a single or group ($1,000). For more information on private lessons, group lessons or a family wake-sport outing, contact Bittinger at 540-355-1038 or wakeupsml@hotmail.com.

SKIING William and Andrew Kettlety enjoy wakeboarding, tubing and fishing while at their home on Smith Mountain Lake, but the 12-year-old twin brothers are crazy about water skiing. “Our favorite part about water skiing is getting outside on the lake and skiing with our friends,” said Andrew. “We usually go to either Silver Creek cove, the slalom ski courses at Bull Run Creek or Gills Creek.” The brothers, along with dad Richard, are members of the SML Water Ski Club. Club president Todd Rowland said the group’s youth participants are as young as 5. “We have a lot of families involved,” Rowland said. “Our events are always open to the public. Interestingly, a lot of vacationers contact us and want to connect with our group while they’re here. They can come and watch at our events or, if they have time to volunteer, we’ll try to accommodate them.” William Kettlety said kids at Smith Mountain Lake are sure to enjoy trying out the sport of skiing if they’re interested. “Skiing is fun and good exercise,” he said. “If you’re a beginner, the main thing to remember is to keep trying hard and have fun.” Ready to get on the water with a pair of skis? Check out the SML Water Ski Club’s website at smlwater-ski.org for more information.

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SAILING Introducing a child to the sport of sailing is a win for everyone involved. They will be captivated riding a sailboat through the water as they are challenged by learning how to operate it. Sharing the experience with mom, dad or a sibling can create memories of a lifetime. Pete Phillip, Blackwater Yacht Racing Association (BYRA) member and owner of the Smith Mountain Lake Sailing School, encourages sailing lessons with a licensed instructor where students will learn about safety, navigation, wind conditions and how to prepare properly for a sailboat excursion. “You want the experience to be fun and something you’ll want to come back and do again,” said Phillip. “Our school caters to novice sailors.” Another way to experience sailing at SML is through a chartered sailboat ride with Phillip. Family members can relax and enjoy the fun of sailing and quality time together. Want to make sailing memories with your kids? Contact Phillip at 540-719-0009 or visit smithmountainlakesailing.com or smithmountainlakesailingcharters.com.

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PADDLEBOARDING One of the more recent water sports to catch on at SML is paddleboarding. The surf-inspired activity allows board riders to coast comfortably over the water, using a long paddle for momentum. They can also practice yoga-like stretching, strength and balance exercises on the board. Luke Hopkins, owner of Stride, a paddleboard manufacturing and sales company that covers Virginia and North Carolina, offers group paddleboarding clinics at Smith Mountain Lake. Hopkins said children have a natural advantage on a paddleboard. “Kids have a lower center of gravity and are extremely agile, so right off they’re really good at paddleboarding. It is harder to keep their attention though, so we let them be creative and play around and have fun. It’s an activity that is growing very quickly because parents can go paddleboarding with their young children on the board and children love it,” said Hopkins. Take a paddle boarding expedition with your family by renting paddle boards from a local marina, purchasing one at Wake Zone Water Sports at Bridgewater Plaza, or participating in a group clinic with Hopkins by calling 540-315-4441.

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FISHING Reeling in a big one is the type of water fun some kids dream about. Smith Mountain Lake is a perfect place to enjoy a family fishing trip or a relaxing cast-off from the dock. Local fishing guide Kenny Short, owner of Kenny’s Striper Guide Service, has been helping locals and guests hook stripers at SML since 2002. Short said summer is the time for families to book a trip in hopes of making a memorable catch. “The kids get excited, the little ones like to play with the bait,” said Short. “I get a lot of repeat families who had so much fun they can’t wait to go back out. It’s an activity that gets kids out on the water and that the whole family can participate in.” Dale Wilson, who has operated Captain Dale Wilson’s Smith Mountain Lake Guide Service since 1972, said he recommends getting kids started as early as 6 or 7 years old, depending on the individual child’s attention span. “If you get them started at an early age, fishing is something they can potentially enjoy for the rest of their lives. And having a good first experience can make all the difference,” said Wilson, a former high school teacher. “I like to see kids have fun and learn something.” And while most professional guides provide the fishing equipment, parents need to bring snacks, sunscreen and a fishing license for each qualifying person. Out-of-state participants 12 years or older are required to have a license. A Virginia resident 16 years or older needs a license, which can be purchased at area marinas, tackle shops and other retail stores. Fees vary. Visit www.dgif.virginia.gov for details. To find a list of fishing guide services at SML, pick up a copy of the 2012 Laker Out & About, available in racks around the region and at the Visitor Center at Bridgewater Plaza.

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INFLATABLES Towing inflatables is a popular way to give children a thrilling ride while the adults capture their ecstatic expressions on camera. Local marinas and sporting goods retailers offer big, bouncy pull-behinds for rent or purchase in all shapes, color and sizes. Magnum Boating at Indian Pointe Marina and Bridgewater Marina are two locations that sell and rent

inflatables. Bridgewater Marina managing partner Roy Enslow, one of the community’s leading water safety advocates, said inflatables are safe for children as long as you keep a few rules in mind. • Always, even if you are over 13 years of age, wear a lifejacket when using a tube or other towable. • Make sure your towable is properly stowed when not in use and the boat is underway so it doesn’t bounce around or hit someone sitting in the boat. • Keep everyone seated inside the boat when someone is being towed. • Make sure you have an observer to watch whoever is on the inflatable and to alert the driver if he or she needs to slow down or stop. The observer should be at least 10 years of age. • Inflatables should only be used during daylight hours, never in the dark. • Lastly, whoever is using the inflatable is considered a passenger on the towing vessel. If your boat has a maximum capacity of 12, you can NOT have 12 people on your boat plus someone being pulled on an inflatable. Doing so exceeds your boat’s maximum capacity, which is dangerous and can put all your passengers at risk.

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Families craving some sand, water and sun time can find satisfaction at one of Smith Mountain Lake’s two public beach areas, each a fixture of the community’s main parks.

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This 1,248-acre state park, located in Bedford County, offers one of the prime locations for a great view of SML’s mountain and lake beauty. The largest of the two beaches, its 500-foot span can accommodate up to 1,000 people, watched over by trained lifeguards. There’s also volleyball, a playground, picnic pavilion, on-site restrooms and snack vending machines nearby. Swimming fees are $3 on weekdays and $4 on weekends. 540-297-6066, virginiastateparks.gov

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Life Jackets are Lifesavers Safety on the water is a vital part of enjoying recreation at Smith Mountain Lake. To help parents and children understand the importance of wearing a properly fitting life jacket while participating in any lake activity, Bridgewater Marina managing partner Roy Enslow and his wife, MG, founded the Life Jackets are Lifesavers program in 2010.

Enslow said the program’s message has been expounded by a presence at regional events and media attention. “For the past three summers, the program has been kicked off at the annual [Southwest Virginia] Boat Show and lasted the entire summer. It has encouraged numerous articles in local publications, reminding parents of the importance of their children wearing life jackets. So far, the program has been extremely effective in promoting boating safety, especially with children,” he said.

“The program promotes child boating safety by rewarding children who are wearing life jackets,” said Roy Enslow. “We give a lifesaver candy, symbolic of a lifesaver ring, to any child wearing a properly fitting lifejacket.”

Enslow provided a few suggestions for parents in regard to child safety while on the water. • Make sure each child’s life jacket fits properly and is zipped and clipped.

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When the weather isn’t cooperating or you need a break from on-water activities, Smith Mountain Lake offers a wide variety of land-based experiences to entertain kids and adults. A round of mini-golf, a movie on the big screen or a hands-on educational outing is only the beginning of what your family can enjoy while at the lake. BRIDGEWATER PLAZA A hole-in-one for fun, Bridgewater Plaza at Hales Ford Bridge offers a diverse range of activities in addition to dining and shopping options. Kids love to fly high on the bungee trampoline at The Midway. Located at the center of Bridgewater

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Plaza’s outdoor hot spots, The Midway presents a mini-carnival for indoor/outdoor games and prizes. Kim Wills brought daughters Katelyn and Claira and a few friends to the amusement center during a day trip from Roanoke. “I think Bridgewater Plaza is a great place to come. There are plenty of things for kids to do, and even though there is a bar near The Midway, no one is rowdy and everyone is respectful,” said Wills. Claira, 5, said her favorite part of The Midway is the bungee trampoline, a sentiment echoed by her sister and their friends. The business also offers a 30-foot rock-climbing wall, basketball toss, ring toss and goblet toss games. Harbortown Mini Golf includes 18 holes of creative putt-putt challenges elevated 15 feet over the lake. Open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day, the course is one of the plaza’s oldest and most-visited attractions and a great activity for all ages. Cost for a round is $5 for children, $6 for adults. Fun-N-Games Arcade is a kid’s paradise when it comes to rainy-day destinations. The indoor arcade is full of video games, rides for small children, skee-ball and more. Eight-year-old Anna Larsen couldn’t get enough of the simulated motorcycle course during a Saturday afternoon outing. “The motorcycles are hard because I’m still too little to ride them well, but they’re my favorite,” she said. “I’ve won prizes at the crocodile game. [The arcade] is kind of like Chuck-E-Cheese, but there are more games.” Feeding the carp that reside at the docks near Bridgewater Marina is an SML tradition for many families. Kids get a kick out of throwing popcorn and waffle cone to the frenzied fish that are in constant congregation. Visit the marina store for fish-feeding options, or try the Ice Cream Cottage for free pieces of waffle cone after the marina store closes. Harbortown Mini Golf: 540-814-1613 The Midway: 540-352-7136 Fun-N-Games Arcade: 540-721-5959 Bridgewater Marina: 540-721-1639 bridgewaterplaza.com

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Kid-Friendly Day Trips If you have the time to venture outside of Smith Mountain Lake’s immediate area, following are a few family-friendly activities located just a short drive away.

Natural Bridge of Virginia Natural Bridge is a captivating natural attraction a little over an hour’s drive north of Smith Mountain Lake in Rockbridge County. Visit the bridge and its many fascinating attractions, including an indoor butterfly garden, toy museum and wax museum. 800- 533-1410, naturalbridgeva.com

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest Expose your kids to some interesting history at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, located less than an hour east of SML in Forest. Rich in history, Poplar Forest was built as a retreat for our nation’s third president and offers guided and self-guided tours, exhibits and the chance to watch meticulous historic restoration in progress. 434-525-1806, poplarforest.org

National D-Day Memorial The National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, about 30 minutes from the lake, is a sobering and fascinating tribute to all allied forces who participated in the invasion of Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944, during World War II. The site offers tours and numerous special events throughout the summer. 800-3513329, dday.org

Taubman Museum of Art Your kids will be captivated by the youth-oriented Art Venture studio, gallery treasure hunts and art activity bags for kids offered on Saturdays. The museum is a striking structure in downtown Roanoke, about 45 minutes from most parts of SML. 540-342-5760, taubmanmuseum.org

Virginia Museum of Transportation Kids and parents get an engaging experience seeing and learning about the history of rail transportation at this downtown Roanoke museum. Explore steam and diesel engines, cabooses, model trains and hands-on exhibits. There’s also a gallery of vintage cars, gift shop and more. 540-342-5670, vmt.org

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Smith Mountain Lake State Park Treat the family to endless outdoor activities at Bedford County’s 1,248-acre Smith Mountain Lake State Park. The kids will love all the adventures to be had at this camping getaway complete with handicapaccessible fishing pier, 14 miles of hiking trails, children’s programs, campfires, geocaching, musical performances, osprey hikes and more. 540-297-6066, virginiastateparks.gov

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON NATIONAL MONUMENT Both fascinating and fun, Booker T. Washington National Monument is a park dedicated to the memory of historic figure Booker T. Washington. Washington grew up as a slave on what was a Franklin County tobacco farm and overcame insurmountable odds to become an influential statesman and founder of Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. The monument, part of the National Parks Service, offers site tours, educational activities, documentaries and instructional programs catering to family visits and children’s education. There is also a variety of animals for the kids to see, including horses, chickens and pigs. 12130 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy. (540) 721-2094, nps.gov/bowa

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GOLF Take the kids on an expedition at Westlake Safari Mini Golf. Your little ones will want one, two, three go-rounds at this family-friendly activity in the heart of Westlake, near Joe’s Pizza. 130 Scruggs Rd., Moneta. 540-721-2234 The Smith Mountain Lake area boasts two public courses for the golf lovers in your family. Mariners Landing Golf & Country Club in Huddleston features an 18-hole semi-private course designed by Robert Trent Jones that is open year-round. 540-297-7888, marinerslandinggolf.com The Westlake Golf & Country Club is an 18-hole course designed by Virginia native Russell Breeden. Semi-private, the course is open to the public daily. 540-721-4214, golfthewestlake.com

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MOVIE THEATERS Taking in a showing of the latest hit movie is a great way to get in some family time and break up the intensity of on-the-water activities. Children are favored guests at the SML area’s two movie theaters.

WESTLAKE CINEMA Westlake Cinema is a four-plex movie theater with stadium seating, concessions and lobby-area arcade games open daily throughout the summer. The theater features first-run movies, a state-of-the-art sound system and Real D 3D technology. Ticket prices range from $7.50 to $9.50. For show times, pricing details and more, visit westlakecinema.com or call 540-7216326.

MAYBERRY DRIVE-IN The retro-style drive-in theater on a spacious countryside plot in Bedford County offers a variety of kiddo favorites, including children’s movie picks beginning at dusk on weekends, amusement rides, concessions and a playground area. Arrive early to select your drive-in spot and treat the family to a timeless tradition they’ll not soon forget. Adult movie tickets are $7, kids 11 and under are $3 with 4 and under free. 540-296-1480, mayberrydrivein.com

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Calendar J U L Y JULY 4 For a complete list of Independence Day celebrations around the lake, please turn to the main calendar on page 90. WILDLIFE WEDNESDAY CRUISE | Enjoy a delicious lunch while hearing about the various forms of wildlife that make their home at SML with a ranger from SML State Park. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Check website for fees. Reservations suggested. JUNIOR RANGER BOOTCAMP | Also July 11, 18, 25 | Park rangers lead children ages 6-12 in hands-on programs. Free. 10 a.m. at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Call for time.

JULY 5 YOU TOO CAN CANOE | Also July 12, 19, 26 | Learn the basics of safe canoeing with a peaceful paddle along the shores of SML State Park. Recommended for ages 5 and up. $5 fee. Limited space with preregistration required. 8:45-11:45 a.m. SNAKES ALIVE! | Also July 12 | Join a park interpreter for an in-depth look at local reptiles at SML State Park. Free. 1-2 p.m. CSI: CREEK SCENE INVESTIGATION | Also July 12, 19, 26 | Investigate the vast array of life in a stream at SML State Park. Space is limited with pre-registration requested. Free. 1:30-3 p.m. STUMP THE RANGER | Also July 12, 19, 26 | Ask a question on any topic relating to SML State Park to one of the rangers 48 July • August 2012 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKER

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JUNIOR RANGERS | Also July 13, 20, 27 | A weekly series offering children ages 7 and up a chance to explore their natural surroundings at SML State Park. Free. 10 a.m.-noon

JULY 7 SPECTACULAR SATURDAYS | Also July 14, 21, 29 | Participate in an array of exhibition-related programming for adults and children at the Taubman Museum of Art. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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BATTY WAGON | Also July 17, 24, 31 | Listen to bats and explore your senses while on a nighttime hayride with an interpreter at SML State Park. Limited to 25 people with pre-registration requested. Free. 8-9 p.m.

JULY 11 LITTLE RANGERS - BEES & BUTTERFLIES | Children ages 4-6 explore butterflies and other insects at SML State Park. Limited to 22 kids with pre-registration requested. Free. 10:3011:30 a.m. FISH PRINTING | Also July 18, 25 | Create traditional Japanese crafts at SML State Park. $5 fee includes a T-shirt or canvas tote to keep. Space is limited with pre-registration requested. 3-4:30 p.m.

JULY 14 JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAM | Also July 21. 28 | Park rangers lead children ages 6-12 in hands-on programs at Booker T. Washington National Monument.

JULY 21 FAMILY DAY 40’S FESTIVAL | Discover the lessons and legacy of World War II through interactive programs, tours and projects at the National D-Day Memorial. $7 for adults; students admitted free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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LITTLE RANGERS - SNAKES ALIVE! | Children ages 4-6 explore the world of reptiles at SML State Park. Limited to 22 kids with pre-registration requested. Free. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

JULY 28 MUSIC IN THE PARK | Bring the whole family to the beach pavilion at SML State Park for live music by the Friday Nite Band and a performance by the Old Dominion Cloggers. $5 per person with kids 12 and under admitted free. Food and beverages available for purchase. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. 8-10 p.m.

Find more July and August events in our main calendar on pages 90-93.

C O N TA C T Following are some of our favorite area parks, museums and galleries that offer kid-oriented events throughout the year. Visit their websites or call for additional events and details.

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WILDLIFE WEDNESDAY CRUISE | Enjoy a delicious lunch while hearing about the various forms of wildlife that make their home at SML with a ranger from SML State Park. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Check website for fees. Reservations suggested.

SPECTACULAR SATURDAYS | Also Aug. 11, 18, 25 | Participate in an array of exhibition-related programming for adults and children at the Taubman Museum of Art. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

GUIDED WALKING TOURS | Daily through Aug. 20 | Take a ranger-guided walking tour of the historic area at Booker T. Washington National Monument (weather and staff availablity permitting). Walks last 30-60 minutes. Reservations are not required for small groups or families. Free. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

LITTLE RANGERS HABITAT HIKE | Children ages 4-6 explore where animals make their home during a short trail hike at SML State Park. Space is limited with pre-registration requested. Free. 10:3011:30 a.m.

AUG. 2 YOUNG AT ART | Also Aug. 9, 16 | Gallery art workshop for children ages 2-5 with a parent at the Taubman Museum of Art. Small fee for nonmembers. 10:30-11:15 a.m. EXPLORE THE GALLERIES | Also Aug. 9, 16 | Gallery art workshop for children ages 6-10 at the Taubman Museum of Art. Small fee for non-members. 4-5 p.m.

AUG. 3 FRIDAY ART | Also Aug. 10, 17 | Gallery art workshop for children ages 11-14 at the Taubman Museum of Art. $5 for members, $7 for non-members. 3-5 p.m. JUNIOR RANGERS | Also Aug. 10 | A weekly series offering children ages 7 and up a chance to explore their natural surroundings at SML State Park. Free. 10 a.m.-noon.

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BEDFORD COUNTY FARM TOUR | Family-oriented event featuring food samples and informative demonstrations related to agriculture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; past and present. Lunch will be available for purchase. Free. No pets. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call or visit website for directions. 540.586.7675, bedfordfarmtour.org

AUG. 25 MUSIC IN THE PARK | Bring the whole family to the beach pavilion at SML State Park for live music by the Snow Creek Band and a performance by the Old Dominion Cloggers. $5 per person with kids 12 and under admitted free. Food and beverages available for purchase. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. 8-10 p.m.

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SCIENCE MUSEUM OF WESTERN VIRGINIA 4412 Electric Road, Roanoke | 540.342.5710| smwv.org

SML STATE PARK 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston | 540.297.6066 | dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/smi.shtml

TAUBMAN MUSEUM OF ART 110 Salem Ave., Roanoke | 540.342.5760 | taubmanmuseum.org

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“I just remember thinking how much fun it would be to meet people every day. I thought, what better job than to ride around on a boat all day and sell ice cream,” he said. “I couldn’t wait to get out there that first day.” Over the years, the Burkes have logged an average of 3,500 miles per season, last year totaling 3,800. They put in 10-12 hours each day when they’re out on the lake, making a round trip of about 60 miles. Operating the business also requires hard work before and after driving the daily route. “We have to restock the freezer, count inventory and get gas,” Ryan said. “There is boat maintenance, and when a motor breaks down, there isn’t [always] a quick solution. Last year, we went through about three different freezers. After we return from a day of selling, we usually spend until midnight or so getting ready for the next day.”

ICE CREAM BOAT MENU $1 items Ice Cream Sandwich Push-Up Fudgsicle Creamsicle $1.50 items Drumstick The brothers have kept the enterprise afloat through high school, college and now “real jobs.” Travis works at his father’s Roanoke-based industrial design company and Ryan is a recent graduate of Ferrum College pursuing a job in the field of parks and recreation. So far, both have been able to work around their full-time schedules to devote summers to the Ice Cream Boat. Long-time fans like Carol Gilbert-Daughtrey look forward to its dockside stops each year. “Travis and Ryan and their parents are so dedicated. My husband, Tom, and I have gotten to become really good friends with them,” GilbertDaughtrey said, adding that their black Labrador, Buddie, is particularly crazy about the Ice Cream Boat. “When they start coming from Hales Ford Bridge, which is 3 miles away, Buddie can hear the music and starts barking. He is a sight to behold. We go down to the dock and wait and wait and wait. Once they get to the dock, they give him a Milkbone treat,” she said. Travis said “it’s scary” to think how quickly the time has gone by for the young entrepreneurs. “It’s hard for me to compare it to anything else

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because I’ve done it most of my life,” he said. “I can’t imagine doing anything else.” For a roundup of Smith Mountain Lake-area businesses that offer frozen treats, turn to page 75. ABOVE Clockwise from top, Emma Barber and her dog, Lucy, wave the Ice Cream Boat to their dock in The Boardwalk; Ryan (left) and Travis Burke; an eager customer waits for a dog treat to be tossed onto the dock; the business’ menu includes a variety of classic frozen treats. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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For additional information on shopping options at Smith Mountain Lake, pick up a copy of Laker Out & About. The free publication has been updated for 2012 and is available in racks around the region and at the SML Visitor Center at Bridgewater Plaza. In addition to details on retailers in a variety of categories, Out & About also includes coupons and information on dining and recreation opportunities around the lake. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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Diamond Hill General Store & Garden Center Located in Goodview, Diamond Hill offers books by local authors, the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest selection of locally produced wines ($8.99$29.99), locally made jams and honeys as well as peanuts prepared and packed at nearby Bethlehem United Methodist Church.

The Little Gallery Specializing in fine art by area artists and craftspeople, items at The Little Gallery at Bridgewater Plaza range from paintings of lake scenes to jewelry and pottery. One-of-a-kind handmade mugs with SML logos (pictured) begin at $20 while artist-crafted earrings in a variety of materials start at $12.

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Haywood’s Jewelers, Westlake Co-owner Joanna Hudzik said customers who visit her store at Westlake Towne Center are drawn to engravable SML-themed charms (pictured), available in gold or silver starting at $50, and Pandora-brand charms ($25 and up). The Lake Outlet Reopened for the season, The Lake Outlet on Scruggs Road is loaded with name-brand summer wear. Most popular, according to owner Bob Stone, are SML-logoed T-shirts, full-zip hoodies (pictured) and sweatshirts that range from $5 to $12. Bridgewater Sportswear Flip-flops ($3.99-$75), T-shirts and hats ($9.99 - $24.99), and swimwear in a wide range of prices will be the most frequent tourist takeaways, said store owner Gary Ellis. Gifts Ahoy “It’s the fudge,” said store attendant Lesley Kocsis. “People come back every year to enjoy some and take samples home to friends.” Available in a variety of flavors, the homemade treat is $11.99 per pound and can be cut in small portions.

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SML Gifts Proprietor James Roney pointed to jars of flameless candles as the store’s most popular items. With 40 scent varieties ranging from the best-selling eucalyptus (for sinus relief) to citronella, they cost $10 each or $100 for your choice of 12. Decorative candle stands are available, too. Large-format photos and postcards of SML scenes are also sold at the store, which is located at Bridgewater Plaza.

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The Lakehouse Beanery/ ASAP This eatery and souvenir shop offers custom screen printing of T-shirts and many other items. Most popular, according to owner Kim White, are the “Franklin County: Moonshine Capital of the World” designs, starting at $18.99. Personalized items – such as infant onesies (pictured) – can also be made in your choice of colors for $11.95.

The General Store SML bottle coozies with built-in openers ($5.99) are extremely popular. “We’ll sell hundreds,” said Rita Grisetti, co-owner of the store on Scruggs Road. “We also sell a lot of [engravable] metal and wood picture frames [pictured] from $7.99 to $11.99. Ideal for displaying activity and ‘group-grin’ photos, they make awesome mementos for family reunions and girls’ weekend gatherings.”

Gabrielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outlet and Gift The store, located on Booker T. Washington Hwy., features a line of SML T-shirts starting at $5, polo shirts for $12 (pictured) as well as designerlabel summer wear at discount prices.

SML Gallery Owner Rick Ries offers a variety of mediums at his gallery at Westlake Corner (near Food Lion), including matted copies of photos heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shot of scenes around the lake starting at $15.99. The photo pictured is $225.

Affordable Home Outlet and Antique Mall at Mayberry Owner Michelle Aznavorian said visitors hit Affordable Home Outlet for nauticalthemed paintings, metal sculptures and prints, which start at $25. At the Antique Mall at Mayberry, Adirondackstyle chairs made of old water skis and other consignment pieces from local artists and craftsmen are the soughtafter items. Prices vary as these tend to be one-of-a-kind treasures. The chair pictured is $499. Both stores are located at Downtown Moneta. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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Laker Beverage and Tobacco Co-owner Mike Gray said growlers charged with SML’s signature beer, Dam Lager, are popular with visitors. One-liter growlers are $15 with refills costing $4. The two-liter version (pictured) is $30 with $8 refills. Visitors can also pick up other craft beers, wine, SML wine glasses and gourmet cheeses at the store, located on Booker T. Washington Hwy., just north of Westlake Corner.

Emerson Creek Pottery Store manager Kathy Cocke said visitors are drawn to SML mugs, crafted of ceramic pottery and featuring a hand-painted image of Smith Mountain, in either 10-ounce size (pictured, $15.50) or 16-ounce size ($16). The pattern is one of many offered by the Bedford County store.

Bridgewater Marina Managing partner Roy Enslow expects to sell “tons” of a new T-shirt design featuring an SML logo on the front and a colorful map of the lake spread across the back. “In white or gray, and sized from small to 2XL, at just $12.95, they’re priced for impulse sale,” Enslow said. The shirts also are available in children’s sizes at the Bridgewater Plaza store.

The Cottage Gate Customers love the colorful line of Lake Girl-brand clothing – hats, T-shirts and hoodies – starting at $20. “And we expect our new line of ‘saying’ signs... to be very popular,” said Twila Tolley, who co-owns the store at Westlake Towne Center. The sign pictured is $28. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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ABOVE Kerri (left) and Joe Stephens display “Wilson,” a volleyball they keep on board their boat, “Castaway III.” The conversation piece is a replica of a volleyball used in the movie “Castaway,” for which the boat is named. RIGHT From top, Gabby, the couple’s Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier, relaxes in the captain’s chair while Mattie, their Shi Tzu, stands guard on deck.

Like the movie’s main character, Laker Joe Stephens began his career with FedEx as a transportation systems engineer. A 1992 graduate of Purdue University, Stephens has now moved up to become Director of Operations in the company’s MidAtlantic/Mid-South Region with responsibilities stretching from South Carolina up through Virginia and as far west as the Oklahoma border. The Stephens were living in Indiana when they purchased “Castaway III” in 2008. They had spent several years contemplating an upgrade from “Castaway II,” a Regal 3260 which, like the 27-footer that was the first in their “Castaway” series, they kept on Lake Monroe near Bloomington. The new boat was soon shipped overland — not as an overnight parcel, but rather as part of a FedEx relocation package — to become berthed at Smith Mountain Lake’s Bayside Marina. “Castaway III” provides a stark contrast to the meager accommodations Hanks’ movie character endured, offering a stateroom with plush queensized bed, an aft cabin that converts into guest quarters with king-sized sleeping accommodations, a bright and airy salon with Italian cherry cabinetry, wood flooring, a head with shower, a gourmet galley and a roomy entertaining deck with wet bar and lounge seating for up to eight. “We try to spend most weekends aboard during the season,” Joe Stephens said, “accompanied by Gabby [their Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier] and Mattie [a Shih Tzu].

“The dogs love being aboard,” added Kerri, “and have made lots of friends among our marina neighbors along F-dock.” The Stephens said they enjoy motoring down to the dam to anchor and heading up the Blackwater for margaritas and fajitas at Mexico Viejo at Crazy Horse Marina. “We’re looking forward to trying out the new restaurants that have opened this year, too,” Joe said. And should the Stephens ever run short of companions with whom to discuss the delights of being boat owners at SML, they always have a last resort. “Yep,” Joe said. “There’s a volleyball on board we call ‘Wilson.’” SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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MAINTENANCE-FREE In general, life at Smith Mountain Lake is peaceful, relaxing and recreational. Add in a maintenancefree property, and the rewards of living here are maximized.

mith Mountain Lake is nationally known as being an idyllic location for a retirement or second home,” said Christopher Finley, Director of Marketing for The Willard Companies and Prudential Water-front Properties, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. “Many of the communities here at the lake offer maintenancefree living, which allows the homeowners to take full advantage of the numerous recreational activities the lake has to offer. It also lends peace of mind to nonresidents that their home is being taken care of while they are not here.” Though the maintenance-free trend has been around for some time, local real estate experts such as Mary Lou McDonald, owner of ML Realty in Moneta who also represents Mariners Landing Resort Community, expect it to continue to rise in popularity. “Even buyers in their 20s and 30s want maintenancefree," McDonald said. "It isn’t just for the older crowd anymore. People say, ‘I’m living at the lake and I want to enjoy myself, not work on my property.’” Prudential Waterfront Properties realtor Vicki Millehan said maintenance-free benefits such as lawn care, exterior building maintenance and community recreational facilities provide homeowners with hassle-free living. “Buyers can enjoy the lake, their favorite pastimes, then lock up and go,” said Millehan. “I think some of the favorite amenities are a clubhouse with a beautiful pool and hot tub, tennis, basketball, exercise facility and picnic shelter. Other perks are jogging

Golfer's Crossing is one of five mantenance-free neighborhoods located within The Water's Edge, a country club community on the south side of Smith Mountain Lake.

and walking trails surrounding the community. It’s instant gratification.” Wayne Burris experiences both sides of the maintenance-free trend at SML. As an area realtor with RE/MAX Lakefront Realty, he sees the demand for those types of communities. And as a resident at Bernard’s Landing, he enjoys the benefits on a daily basis. Burris said the progression of maintenance-free includes more attention for those who reside within the neighborhood year-round. “Maintenance-free amenities have generally been geared toward those that come temporarily for the summertime season like vacationers and secondhome owners,” he said. “I’ve noticed more happening for those of us that live here 12 months out of the year. For example, at Bernard’s, we now have an indoor pool and new fitness center, both of which are used all year long. There is a leaning toward year-round amenities for all age groups.” For more details, including a locator map to SML’s maintenance-free communities, turn to our 2012 Maintenance-Free Lake Living Guide, which starts on the following page. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

MAINTENANCE-FREE GUIDE

MAINTENANCE-FREE Smith Mountain Lake offers abundant options for those looking to leave the burden of yard work and other chores behind. If you're considering going maintenancefree, consult our handy guide to find commmunities that offer the amenities you desire. be found on page

A locator map can

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Water front

Bernard’s Landing 775 Ashmeade Road Moneta, VA 24121

Bernard’s Landing Wayne & Cynthia Burris wayne@waynethelakeman.com 540-529-0200 bernardslanding.com

1981

Condos and townhomes

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The Boardwalk Scruggs Road Moneta, VA 24121

Boardwalk Cottages Carl Smith csmith@cmithhm.com

1996

Cottages

Stand-Alone

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Bridgewater Bay Bridgewater Bay Drive Moneta, VA 24121

Bridgewater Bay Ed Waters 540-484-2205 thebridgewaterbay.com

2004-Present

Villas and Condos

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Bridgewater Pointe 100 Bridgewater Pointe Place Moneta, VA 24121

Bridgewater Pointe R. Lee Merritt 540-598-9450

2010

Condos

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Contentment Island P.O. Box 41 Union Hall, VA 24176

The Cottages Vicki Millehan vicki@vickislakehomes.com 540-520-2401 vickislakehomes.com, smlcottages.com

2003

Townhomes

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2008

Condos

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Mayberry Hills

2007

Single-Family

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Downtown Moneta Celebration Avenue Moneta, VA 24121 Lyons Team Realtors jody@lyonsteamrealtors.com 540-297-7777 downtownmoneta.com

Mayberry Villas

2007

Townhomes

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Courtyards of Mayberry

2011

Patio Homes

Stand-Alone

Hammock Pointe Cathie Daniel realest8@smithmtnlake.com 540-721-8659 thewillardcompanies.com

2010

Cottages

Stand-Alone

The Farm Scruggs Road Moneta, VA 24121

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Independent living cottages are available at Runk & Pratt SML Retirement Villiage (left) at Westlake Corner. Right, Bernard's Landing is one of Smith Mountain Lake's most established maintenance-free communities.

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Community Name / Contact Info

Year Built

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800-233-9004

2006-Present

Carriage Homes

Stand-Alone

2005-2007

Cottages

Stand-Alone

Mariners Run

2008-Present

Single-Family/Townhomes Stand-Alone

Mariners Village

1998

Condos

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Sixth Fairway Townhomes

2005-Present

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The Pointe

2004-Present

Condos

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Montego Bay Parkway Avenue Moneta, VA 24121

The Carriage Homes Glenda McDaniel glendamcd@aol.com 540-797-2247 thelakespecialist.com

2011

Cottage-Style Homes

Stand-Alone

Runk & Pratt SML Retirement Village 115 Retirement Dr. Hardy, VA 24101 434-610-0329

SML Retirement Village Galyn Damiani info@runkandpratt.com 434-610-0329 runkandpratt.com

2008

Cottages

Stand-Alone

Vista Pointe 6605 Smith Mountain Rd. Penhook, VA 24137

Vista Pointe Ben and Katherine Brown vistapointe@jetbroadband.com 434-927-5724 vistapointe-va.com

1984

Condos

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Condominiums at Fairway Bay

1985

Condos

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Townhomes at Fairway Bay

1985

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1985

Condos

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1985

Condos

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1998

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Section II Townhomes

1980

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1982

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2003-2005

Condos

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Windlass Pointe Townhomes

1982

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Golfer’s Crossing

2001-2003

Cottages

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2007-2008

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Island Green Pointe

1989

Townhomes

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Marina Bay

1998

Condos

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Village Green

2004-2007

Villas

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Craftstyle Cottage Homes Glenda McDaniel glendamcd@aol.com 540-797-2247 thelakespecialist.com

2011

Arts & Crafts

Stand-Alone

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LakeWatch Plantation First Watch Dr. Moneta, VA 24121

Lands End Dillards Hill Road Union Hall, VA 24176

Mariners Landing Graves Harbor Trail Huddleston, VA 24104 John White john@tpsmanagement.com 540-537-5212 marinerslanding.com

The Waterfront Anchor Drive Moneta, VA 24121 thewillardcompanies.com

The Water’s Edge Water’s Edge Drive Penhook, VA 24137 Cathie Daniel realest8@smithmtnlake.com 540-721-8659 thewillardcompanies.com The Windward Long Island Drive Moneta, VA 24121

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Tennis

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Golf

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3 Bridgewater Bay 4 Bridgewater Pointe

5 Contentment Island 6 Downtown Moneta

7 The Farm 8 LakeWatch Plantation 9 Lands End

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10 Mariners Landing 11 Montego Bay 12 Runk & Pratt SML Retirement Village 13 Vista Pointe 14 The Waterfront 15 The Water’s Edge Country Club 16 The Windward SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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Join us on Sundays from 1pm-3pm to explore the wonders of great craft and specialty beer. Each week we will try 6 different beers and enjoy some tasty snacks. Cost is $25pp and space is limited. Call 540-721-3028 to sign up!

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Every Saturday night join us for live music in the GastroPub! Check our website for the full schedule: thelandingsml.com

SUMMER HOURS: Lunch served Sat-Sun from 11:30am – 2:30pm Dinner is served nightly @ 5pm Reservations Recommended

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Sweet reats T OF SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE

Few things say “summer” like a sweet, refreshing frozen treat. For most Lakers, savoring a milkshake, sundae, split or scoop is as much an SML tradition as a good, running jump off the dock. Luckily, numerous lakearea establishments are ready to keep residents and visitors in plentiful supply of cold concoctions. So, allow us to make your summer a little sweeter by offering the scoop on the sweet treats scene at SML. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM

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In recent years, Homestead Creamery has made a name for itself in several East Coast states. SML locals and visitors are lucky to have the headquarters right in their own backyard. Visit the retail store in nearby Burnt Chimney to take your pick of one of the dairy enterprise’s distinctive flavors. “Our ice cream is made on site, right next door, so it’s fresh, homemade ice cream,” said co-owner Donnie Montgomery.

TRY THIS  Key Lime Pie ice cream in a homemade waffle cone. $3.49 for one scoop, $4.19 for two scoops or $2.39 for the kiddie size. Address/Contact: 7254 B.T. Washington Hwy., Burnt Chimney. 540-721-2045 Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

1 SWEET FROG

The frozen yogurt franchise is the latest business to join the lake’s sweet treats scene. Owners Matt and June Smith opened the shop in March at Westlake Towne Center after success with several other Sweet Frogs in Lynchburg. Customers can fill their cup with one or more frozen yogurt flavors and embellish it from an extensive buffet of toppings, paying based on weight.

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TRY THIS  Mix lemon and watermelon-flavored frozen yogurt, fresh fruit, whipped cream and chocolate flakes for 39 cents per ounce. Address/Contact: 84 Westlake Road, #104, Hardy. 540-524-9191, sweetfrogyogurt.com Hours: Sunday-Thursday, noon-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, noon-11:30 p.m.

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ICE CREAM COTTAGE Bridgewater Plaza’s Ice Cream Cottage is a veteran of SML sweets service. The family-owned business has been scooping Hershey’s-brand flavors such as Rainbow Sherbet, Muddy Sneakers and Cappuccino Crunch for plaza visitors arriving by car or boat since the late 1980s. Owner Carrol Dillon said customers also opt for sundaes, malts, floats and banana splits.

Experience something fresh at SML. Jonathan’s fabulous menu includes a combination of unique American and Asian inspired dishes including Steaks, Shrimp and Grits, S.M.L Macaroni & Cheese, Pasta, and Seafood, plus the freshest collection of Chinese favorites you can find. Special Lunch Buffet Mon–Fri 11:30-2:30; Dinner Buffet Fri & Sat 5-9; Brunch Buffet every Sunday 11–3; Half Price Burger Special every Tuesday night from 5–9. Check out our weekly specials.

 TRY THIS Hot Fudge Sundae: Vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, banana slices, whipped cream, sprinkles and a cherry for $4.99. Address/Contact: 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta. 540-721-1305, bridgewaterplaza.com Hours: Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.10 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.11 p.m.

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BELOW Channing Scott (left), 8, and Gabe Espinoza, 5, of Moneta dig into a Banana Splitacular at Freckles Ice Cream Parlor in Moneta.

PERFECT BLENDS A satisfying summer treat doesn’t necessarily have to be made of ice cream or yogurt. A perfectly blended smoothie or iced coffee drink is the preferred choice for some. Perfect Blends Cafe specializes in made-toorder smoothies and coffee drinks. Located inside The General Store on Scruggs Road in Westlake, the cafe is an easy stop for those more inclined to hit up a coffee shop than an ice cream parlor.

 TRY THIS Sara Berry Smoothie: A blend of four berries, water and ice. $2.99 for the small size or $3.99 for large. Address/Contact: 213 Scruggs Rd., Moneta. 540-488-2836, perfect-blends.com Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

FRECKLES

This vintage-style ice cream parlor in Downtown Moneta’s Celebration Square is in its fourth year serving tasty ice cream concoctions for eager customers. Flavors like Rocky Road, Butter Pecan and Nestle Butterfinger are just the beginning of the cone-filling choices. Sundaes, milkshakes, malts and floats complement the 1950s-style experience.

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 TRY THIS Banana Splitacular: A banana split with choice of three ice cream flavors and toppings for $5.99. Address/Contact: 1100 Celebration Ave., Moneta. 540-297-1269, frecklesicecreamparlor.com Hours: Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

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Chicken Seafood Steak Appetizers Pasta

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Whether you’re looking for the freshest sushi, an extensive buffet of Chinese favorites or a little family fun at the hibachi grill, you’ll find it at one of our two convenient locations. Come visit today for the best Asian cuisine at Smith Mountain Lake.

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Daily Lunch Specials Sushi and Hibachi Grill Open 7 days - 11:30 am-9:30 pm

Daily Lunch Buffet Menu includes Chinese dishes, sushi and hibachi Open 7 days - 11:30 am-9:30 pm

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MAYBERRY DINER This eatery transports customers to a time of sipping soda at the counter before taking in a movie on the outdoor screen. The retro-style restaurant features the best of a traditional ice cream parlor, complete with a massive banana split piled close to 7 inches high. Owner Bob Craig said, “We go through about a thousand gallons of ice cream in the summer, mainly for our milkshakes.”

TRY THIS  Mayberry Banana Split: Chocolate, vanilla and strawberry ice cream, pineapple, walnuts, chocolate syrup, whipped cream, banana, strawberries and cherries for $6.95. Address/Contact: 1696 White House Road, Moneta. 540-296-1480, mayberrydrivein.com Hours: Daily 7 a.m.-9 p.m. (later on movie nights)

ICE CREAM BOAT An adolescent enterprise has turned into a summertime tradition for SML natives Travis and Ryan Burke. An on-the-water icon, the Ice Cream Boat – a decked-out pontoon piping out nostalgic music that sends kids running to the dock – will likely be floating your way this summer. The brothers offer a menu of classic treats, including the firecracker popsicle, choco taco and ice cream sandwich. Turn to page 50 for a profile on these entrepreneurial siblings.

 TRY THIS Drumstick: Also known as the Nutty Buddy, it’s available in chocolate, vanilla or vanilla caramel for $1.50. Contact Info: theicecreamboat.com, theicecreamboat@aol.com Hours: Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m.8 p.m.; Saturday 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

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Sweet Treats of SML

DAIRY QUEEN Blizzards and ice cream cakes and Dilly Bars, oh my! Smith Mountain Lake boasts two Dairy Queen restaurants that feature the familiar frozen treats. Get your fill of dipped cones, smoothies or frozen, blended coffees. Penhook store manager Connie Darnell said the Blizzard is by far the most popular ice cream item they sell.

 TRY THIS Oreo Blizzard: Vanilla ice cream and crushed Oreos blended together for $3.39 (small) or $3.89 (medium). Address/Contact: Penhook: 15540 Old Franklin Turnpike, 540-576-1622. Westlake: 520 Scruggs Road, 540721-7541. dairyqueen.com Hours: Both locations: SundayThursday, 6 a.m.- 9 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

HOT SHOTS Located at Westlake, this full-service eatery offers a variety of tasty treats that can be enjoyed inside the airconditioned restaurant or outside on the patio prior to a round of mini-golf or fun aboard the blaster boats. For those who prefer coffee to cones, Hot Shots also offers numerous iced coffee selections.

TRY THIS  Chocloate Sundae: Homestead Creamery soft-serve vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate sauce, whipped cream and a cherry for $2 (small) or $2.60 (large). Add a variety of toppings for 60 cents each extra. Address/Contact: 13360 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta. 540-719-1547, smlhotshots.com Hours: Daily 8 a.m.-10 p.m. 82 July • August 2012 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKER

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your favorite ingredients or try this one for peach ice cream and taste how sweet it is to make your own frozen treats!

PEACH ICE CREAM 2½ lbs fresh peaches – peeled, pitted and chopped ½ cup white sugar 1 pint half-and-half cream 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1 can (12 fluid ounces) evaporated milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups whole milk, or as needed

gg Puree peaches with the sugar and half-and-half in batches in a blender or food processor.

gg In a gallon ice cream freezer container, mix

together the peach mixture, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla. Pour in enough whole milk to fill the container to the fill line, about 2 cups.

gg Follow the manufacturer's instructions to freeze the ice cream.

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GOOD TIMES AT MARGARITAVILLE Lakers turned out in festive attire to sing along with the New Crusty Minstrels at benefit concerts May 18-19 at the Smith Mountain Lake YMCA. The event raised approximately $40,000, which will be split between SML Good Neighbors, Inc. and Lake Christian Ministries. Photos courtesy of Peter Coriasco.

New Crusty Minstrels. Front row, from left: Kevin Leap, Clif Collins, Chris Collins, Elda Nichols, Linda Leap, Marion Wetcher. Back row: Steve Miller, George Loyd, Bob Armstrong, Debi Stirling, Jerry Hale, Kathy Clemo, Ferne Hale

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AFTER 5 JIVE The first After 5 Jive of the season took place June 7 with the Project 4 Band taking the stage at Westlake Towne Center. The event, which is sponsored by The Willard Companies and benefits United Way of Franklin County, also included food, beverages and a kids' play area. After 5 Jive is also scheduled for July 5, Aug. 2 and Sept. 6. Photography by Huong Fralin.

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1. H.T. and Rhonda Page of Brooks Mill Winery 2. Ron Willard II and Pat Koger 3. Judy Gregory and Danny Mowbray 4. Bill and Linda Gorby 5. Michelle Turner and Cathie Daniel

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MONETA FIRE-WORX FEST | Independence celebration with live music by The Worx band, food, adult beverage garden, kids’ activities and fireworks. Music 6-10 p.m. followed by fireworks. Cost is $5 for adults with kids 10 and under free. Proceeds benefit Moneta Volunteer Fire Department. downtownmoneta.com

JULY 4

WILDLIFE WEDNESDAY | Enjoy a cruise and lunch aboard the Virginia Dare while a ranger from SML State Park discusses wildlife at the lake.Noon-2 p.m. 540.297.7100, vadarecruises.com

JULY 5 AFTER FIVE JIVE | Live music by Super Hold Band at Westlake Towne Center to benefit United Way of Franklin County. Gates open at 5 p.m. with music scheduled from 5:30 to 8:30. Adults $5. Kids 10 and under admitted free. Valid ID required for 21 and older. 540.721.5288, after5jive.com

JULY 6 OUT OF SPITE | July 6-7 | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11:30 p.m. THE MARK MILLER BAND | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

JULY 7

BEN TROUT TRIO | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m. THE RUCKUS | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

JULY 8 RICK RIZZI | Live music at Waller’s. 1-4 p.m.

JULY 13 LIVE THEATER | The Lake Players will present Fox on the Fairway. 5:30 p.m. at Resurrection Catholic Church, Moneta. $10 at the door with refreshments provided. 540.297.6680 SOUTHPAW | July 13-14 | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m.

FIREWORKS CRUISE | View fireworks and enjoy a barbeque dinner aboard the Virginia Dare. 8-11 p.m. Reservations required. 540.297.7100, vadarecruises.com

ARTISAN’S FIRST SATURDAY | Artists work and display their art on the lawn at Downtown Moneta. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. downtownmoneta.com

BUGS IN THE ELEVATOR | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

WINERY OPEN HOUSE | Celebrate July Fourth at Peaks of Otter Winery, Bedford. Noon-5 p.m. 540.586.3707, peaksofotterwinery.com

SUNSET SATURDAY | July 7, 21, 28 | Acoustic music, family activities and wine tasting at Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery, Moneta. 7-10 p.m. $10 fee includes souvenir wine glass. Children admitted free. 540.296.1393, smlwine.com

HORSE AND HOUND WINE FESTIVAL | Wine tasting, live music and arts, crafts and food vendors. Events throughout the day incorporate horses and dogs. Peaks of Otter Winery, Bedford. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 540.586.3707, peaksofotterwinery.com

INDEPENDENCE ACITIVITIES | Family fun, including a sand-castle building contest, will take place at SML State Park, Huddleston. 540.297.6066, dcr.virginia. gov/state_parks/smi.shtml WITH THE BAND | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m.

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JEWELRY SHOW | The work of Cindy Noble at The Little Gallery, Bridgewater Plaza. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com CASEY WOOD | Live music at Waller’s. 1-6 p.m.

JULY 14

Find kid-friendly events in the calendar on pages 48-49 and at smithmountainlake.com!

4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS July 4 | Parkway Marina’s familyoriented holiday tradition featuring food vendors, live music by The Worx, rides for the kids and more. Gates open at 3 p.m. Fireworks launch at 10 p.m. No coolers, alcohol or pets. Rain date is July 5. Admission is free, but the event is a fundraiser for Saunders Volunteer Fire Company and donations will be accepted. A $10 per-car parking fee applies. 540.297.4412, smlfireworks.com

M U S I C The following SML establishments schedule live music throughout the summer. It’s best to call in advance or check their web sites to confirm show dates and times.

BAY ROC MARINA CAFE 8360 Hardy Road, Hardy | 540.890.2194 | bayroc-marina.com

JULY 21

PAINTING DEMO | The work of Judy Bates at The Little Gallery. 1 p.m. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com

LAZY MAN DUB BAND | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m.

CHERYL LUNSFORD | Live music at Waller’s. 1-4 p.m.

SURRENDER DOROTHY | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

BEN TROUT TRIO | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m.

JULY 22

THE STEVE FREEMAN BAND | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

JULY 19 LIVE JAZZ | At The Blackwater Cafe. 6-9 p.m.

JULY 20

BUGS IN THE ELEVATOR | July 22-23 | Live music at Waller’s. 1-6 p.m.

JULY 27 7 MILE FORD | July 27-28 | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m. POLYCHROME | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

PIRATE WEEKEND| July 20-22 | Area JULY 28 stores and restaurants offer pirateJEWELRY SHOW | The work of Anne themed events, specials and sales Vaughan at The Little Gallery, Bridgewater at various locations around the lake. Plaza. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com 540.721.1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com TERRY DAY | Live music at Waller’s. 1-6 p.m. CRUISE IN NIGHT| Cars, trucks and bikes on display plus live music. 4-8 p.m. at LIVE MUSIC | At The Landing Downtown Moneta. 50/50 drawing to benefit Restaurant. Band TBA. 7:30 p.m. Moneta YMCA. downtownmoneta.com ROBIN AND LINDA WILLIAMS | Concert JEWELRY SHOW |July 20-22 | at Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Moneta. The work of Gary Dulac at The Little 7 p.m. $17 for SMAC members; $20 for Gallery, Bridgewater Plaza. 540.721.1593, non-members. 540.721.8425 thelittlegallerysml.com SURRENDER | Live music at Waller’s. DRAGONFLY | Also July 21 | Live music 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m.

JULY 29

ODD MAN OUT | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

CHERYL LUNSFORD | Live music at Waller’s. 1-4 p.m.

BEYOND THE GREEN 1035 Mercantile St., Suite 101, Moneta | 540.296.0871 | beyondthegreensportsbar.com

THE BLACKWATER CAFE 4730 Scruggs Road, Moneta | 540. 721.4333 | theblackwatercafe.com

BRUNO’S GASTRO PUB/ THE LANDING RESTAURANT 773 Ashmeade Rd., Moneta | 540.721.3028 | thelandingsml.com

JAKE’S PLACE AT THE HARBOUR 1041 Harbour Inn Lane, Moneta | 540.297.4732 | jakesplacesml.com

KING’S POINT PUB 15844 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston | 540. 297.7347

MANGO’S BAR & GRILL 16430 B T. Washington Hwy, Moneta | 540.721.1632 | mangosbarandgrill.com

MITCHELL’S RESTAURANT 3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston | 540.297.4829 | mitchellspoint.com

PORTSIDE GRILL & BAR 3619 Airport Road, Moneta | 540.297.7100 | vadarecruises.com

WALLER’S 1617 Crystal Shores Dr., Moneta | 540.297.0055 | holleratwaller.com

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A U G U S T AUG. 2 AFTER 5 JIVE | Live music by The Catalinas at Westlake Towne Center to benefit United Way of Franklin County. 5-8:30 p.m. Adults $5 with kids 10 and under free. 540.721.5288, after5jive.com

AUG. 3 BIKE SHOW | Motorcycle show and DJ music to benefit the Bedford Humane Society. 4-8 p.m. at Downtown Moneta. downtownmoneta.com IRONHORSE | Aug. 3-4 | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m. ODD MAN OUT | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

AUG. 4 JEWELRY SHOW | The work of Ruth Cline at The Little Gallery. 1 p.m. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com

ROCKAFELLERS BAND | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

AUG. 11 SUNSET SATURDAY | Also Sept. 1 | Acoustic music, family activities and wine tasting at Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery, Moneta. 7-10 p.m. $10 for adults; kids admitted free. 540.296.1393, smlwine.com

CHERYL LUNSFORD | Live music at Waller’s. 1-4 p.m. THE STEVE FREEMAN BAND | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

BEACH BASH | Live music festival at Parkway Marina, Huddleston. 4-9 p.m. 540.586.9401, bedfordareachamber.com

BEN TROUT TRIO | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m.

PAINTING DEMO | The work of Michael Brunette at The Little Gallery. 1 p.m. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com

SWAY KATZ JAZZ ORCHESTRA | Live music at Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Moneta. 7:30 p.m. $10 at the door. 540.296.0640

BEN TROUT TRIO | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m.

LIVE JAZZ | At The Blackwater Café. 6-9 p.m.

FUZZY LOGIC | Aug. 10-11 | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m.

AUG. 24 TIM MARTIN | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m. MATT EDWARDS AND THE LONELY | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

TERRY DAY | Live music at Waller’s. 1-4 p.m.

AUG. 10

MATT EDWARDS AND THE LONELY | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

PAINTING DEMO | The work of Greg Osterhaus at The Little Gallery. 1 p.m. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com

CASEY WOOD | Live music at Waller’s. 1-6 p.m. THE RUCKUS | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

ARTISAN’S FIRST SATURDAY | Artists work and display their art on the lawn at Downtown Moneta. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. downtownmoneta.com

BEN TROUT TRIO | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m.

AUG. 12 AUG. 16 AUG. 17 POLYCHROME | Aug. 17-18 | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m.

AUG. 18 GLASS DEMO | The work of Chad Trent with Cosmo Glassworks at the Little Gallery. 1 p.m. 540.721.1593, thelittlegallerysml.com

AUG. 25

CASEY WOOD | Live music at Waller’s. 1-4 p.m. THE RUCKUS | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. LAZY MAN DUB BAND | Live music at The Landing Restaurant. 7:30 p.m. WALKIN’ SIDEWAYS | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m.

AUG. 31 LEW TAYLOR | Live music at Mango’s Bar & Grill. 7:30-11 p.m. ODD MAN OUT | Live music at Waller’s. 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

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