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MARGARET CR AYÉ LI FE S T Y LE & L A K E R E A L E S TATE GROU P Margaret Crayé is an award-winning REALTOR, multi-million dollar producer, and the Founder and Team Leader of Lifestyle & Lake Real Estate Group, brokered by eXp Realty, LLC. She and her growing team serve the Smith Mountain Lake community, an established second home, luxury, and retirement community, with a stellar reputation of success. “I didn’t begin by envisioning myself as an entrepreneurtype, nor a real estate multi-media marketing expert, but I’ve always been a passionate person and that has extended into the evolution of this real estate career. Today, I own those descriptors and my passion has evolved into an incredible team with an approach that has literally helped hundreds of people make one of the most impactful decisions of their lives. We help educate and facilitate the selection of the right house, location, and fit for your lifestyle. This is potentially the single most significant decision capable of impacting generational wealth. We have invested countless hours, considerable assets, and intense focus on becoming renowned experts in the profession.” In 2020, the Lifestyle and Lake team facilitated approximately Twenty-Five Million Dollars in sales volume. This year they are looking to double that. Their integrated team approach emphasizes education, peer-to-peer cooperation, and concierge service for their clients. It is supported by an industrydisrupting brokerage - eXp Realty - whose mantra is “Agent Success Obsessed.” The team has 24/7 access to the brokerage and its mentors through a virtual workplace and collaborative technology that extends Agents a list of benefits unlike anything else currently offered by traditional brick and mortar brokerages. Initially, Margaret attended college for art and nursing, completing her LPN training by age 18 and meeting her husband

of 23 years shortly after that. Dr. Cornelis Kirk Crayé, is now a practicing internist at the Salem VA Medical Center, having started his career in nursing. They married young, and after the birth of their first son, Kees, she dedicated herself to their growing family and supporting Dr. Crayé’s desire to serve our country in the U.S. Air Force as a Flight Surgeon. As a military spouse, Margaret busied herself raising their four wild boys, including running a small bee and honey business. She also served as both the “Project Manager” and “Logistics Coordinator” on multiple moves between Roanoke, Virginia, Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma, Gambier, Ohio, and then back to Smith Mountain Lake. Somehow, between one home and another, she realized that buying and selling a home is complicated, and people are often unhappy with the lack of guidance. These experiences inspired her to create an enjoyable process for all parties - one where everyone feels educated, listened to, cared for, and respected from start to finish. Margaret works alongside the team to bring a wealth of expertise to the table as a strong negotiator for each unique client. She strives to create a personalized, stress-free real estate experience by providing exceptional customer service and market knowledge. Find Margaret in her new Smith Mountain Lake office (between appointments) at 13105 Booker T. Washington Highway, and be instantly transported into an inviting and sophisticated space that feels like home and showcases her many passions; including an affinity for art (particularly paintings), interior design, staging, and fashion. Stop in and say, “Hello!” Meet with Margaret Crayé and all of the team members to discover for yourself How They Are Different!

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Located just off of Scruggs Road is this private 10 acre tract with 339’ of waterfront to build your dream home on. Beautiful hardwoods & great view! MLS 878915

$449,900

LAkEfRonT LoT in mounTAin viEw shoREs One of the best lake lots left in Mountain View Shores. Short term rentals allowed. Riprapped shoreline. 125’ of waterfront. MLS 883221

EnGLish EsTATEs suBdivision

Lots starting at $19,900 Close to the Waterfront Country Club and 5 minutes to Westlake.

C2 • $100,000 C4 • $125,000

LAkEfRonT homE wiTh 2 LAkEfRonT LoTs • 1.80 AcREs & 569’ of wATERfRonT

Enjoy this unique property w/ 1.80 acres & 569.65’ of waterfront which includes 2 lakefront parcels and a beautiful view of Smith Mountain. House was built by Southern Heritage w/ 1734 sq feet finished on the main level & 1734 sq feet unfinished walkout lower level with roughed-in 3rd bath. New roof and new siding in approximately 2012. Tract 1 has the 3 bedroom, 2 bath home and 396.50’ of waterfront and Tract 2 has a mobile home and dock on it w/ 173.15’ of waterfront & 30’ right of way which is a separate building lot. (Dock & mobile home sold as-is.) Living room w/ gas fireplace, master bath has double vanities & jetted tub. High speed internet w/ Shentel available.

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fAnTAsTic dEvELopmEnT oppoRTuniTy 168 Acres At SML • Scruggs Road Public Water • 2600’ of Road Frontage

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2 adjoining lake properties sold together at one great price! 1.80 acres and 544’ of lakefront. House included as-is! MLS 878732

IN THIS ISSUE

Contents

Editor’s Note 8

Travels 10

Calendar 66

Crossword 69

Dock Tale Hour 71

THE SEASON OF

Giving Profiles of 9 charities working year-round to make a difference in our Lake communities.

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Shorelines

Features

16 Grown on the Edge Buffer gardens are a great way to help maintain a healthy lake. By Clay Britton

GARDENING |

22 Pandemic Renovations Virtual tours, bigger renos: How COVID changed the housing market. By Jerry Hale

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26 Hunting Some Help Hunters for the Hungry have been helping the food insecure for 30 years. By Jerry Hale FOOD |

28 Baking a Business For Chef Mantana Heim, baking has moved beyond a pandemic pastime. By Aila Boyd FOOD |

30 Pigg River’s Past | Author preserves the minutes of the historic Pigg River Primitive Baptist Church. By Stacey Gordon

BOOKS

32 Terrorism Examined | Rocky Mount author delves into domestic and international threats. By Laker Staff

BOOKS

33 YMCA’s New Leader | A volunteer rises through the ranks at the Smith Mountain Lake branch. By Aila Boyd

34 Striped Bass ‘Bandit’ We go fishing with former hockey pro turned guide Daniel Berthiaume. By Reed Dillon

44 Wake and See No-wakesurfing zones have surfers concerned about the future of their sport at the lake. By Jason Dunovant

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Editor’s Note

l aker maga zine • November/December 2021

My Laker Journey Begins

elcome to the latest issue of the S m i t h Mo u n t a i n Laker! I’m delighted you decided to pick up a copy. This issue is very special for me because it is my first as editor, having joined the team in the middle of August. First, I would like to thank Brian Kelley, the editor of The Roanoke Times, for keeping the magazine going while a permanent editor was being located. He did a great job of continuing the work that my predecessor, Karen Dillon, did of shining a bright light on all that the lake has to offer. Secondly, I want to say how lucky I am to get to work with such a talented team of writers, photographers, designers, and sales staff. I’m specifically referring to the names that are identified under the “our contributors” and “our staff” boxes located below. Many of them have been working on this publication for years. They know

the lake community like the back of their hand. I appreciate their willingness to continue to share their talents with this publication. As you can see, we have a full issue prepared for you. We have articles on Hunters for the Hungry, construction around the lake, Moneta Bread, local charitable organizations, Capt. Bert Fishing Guide, no-wakesurfing zones and a new book by a Moneta author. Additionally, I want to introduce our new gardening columnist. Clay Britton, an assistant professor of biology and agricultural science at Ferrum College, has kindly agreed to contribute columns to this publication. I hope you will find his writing to be just as informative as I have. Please feel free to reach out. If you have story suggestions, I want to hear about them! Email me at aila.boyd@roanoke.com.

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LUKE SCHMIDT 540.400.3373

DEBBIE SHELTON 540.797.3177

JEANNIE VILLWOCK 540.529.0212

KIMBERLY WILLARD WATERS 540.798.3151

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CATHIE DANIEL Principal Broker 540.721.8659

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• This issue marks the return of stories that highlight locally written books (“Preserving a Church’s Past,” Page 30, and “Understanding Terrorism,” Page 32). We want to know: What’s the best book you’ve read recently in any genre? Know a local author with a newly published book? Email the title, author, a brief synopsis and reason you would recommend it to other Lakers to aila.boyd@roanoke.com and we may feature your recommendation in an upcoming issue.

Laker Magazine Editor

our contributors Amid the turmoil of the pandemic, this holiday season we’re highlighting charities around the Lake that could use our help now more than ever.

Calling all Literary Lakers!

our staff Creative Designer: Shawn C. Garrett shawn.garrett@roanoke.com Advertising Sales: Kelly Mays kmays@smithmountainlaker.com, (434) 942-2918 VP of Marketing and Sales: Vicki O’Neill vicki.oneill@roanoke.com

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DROP US A LINE: Have a story idea or a photo to submit for our Travels section? Email the Laker editor at aila.boyd@roanoke.com.

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Third Quarter Market Report

Luxury Collection Specialist Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist

Waterfront Property Total Sales

Condominiums / Townhomes

Water Access Homes

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Waterfront Lots

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List to Sales Price

100%

99%

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Sold Price / Sq. Ft.

$283.28

$250.18

$143.50

Average Days on Market

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Currently Active

178

Currently Pending

Interested in more inside market information? Simply reach out for my pre recorded webinar link. For Sellers:

For Buyers:

Strategically navigating multiple offer situations Proven and effective marketing tips that put profit in your pocket Options for a private and discreet sale, that prevents a double move and allows you to move when you want, on your own terms

What you should know when investing in property at Smith Mountain Lake Five of the most important questions to ask every agent you interview to represent you Where to find secret inventory and how to structure an offer that will put you in first place for acceptance.

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Globetrot ters of the Month

• Bob and Donna Keck (left) and Dennis and Sue Sulka vacationed for a week in Hilton Head, S.C. in September.

• Readers Karen and

Hopp Hopper took the Laker all the way to the Central American country of Belize.

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Lake group of friends brought their Laker Magazine along on a recent boating excursion to Captiva Island, Fla. Pictured from left to right are Jim McKelvey, Kathy McKelvey, Tara Stone, Michelle Turner, Ron Stone and Jerome Parnell.

• Take Laker Magazine with you on your next adventure! Email your photo with a famous landmark, unusual attraction or stunning scenery to letters@ smithmountainlaker. com. Whether across the state or around the world, we love to showcase your adventures.

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The Smith Mountain Lake Specialist.

Glenda McDaniel

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Steven McDaniel

See all of these featured properties & more: www.GlendaMcDaniel.com 168 Acres on 2.35 Acres Scruggs Road Party Buywith all or part with 50 acre plan for 31 lots, Deck Dock Storm Water Plan, $149,500 Public Water Available,

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Unrestricted, 2610 Feet of State DrainfieldMLS installed. Roadfront. 871929 MLS 860890

NEW WATERFRONT CONSTRUCTION 2.35 Acres GREAT LOCATION TO SHOPPING AND DINING with Party Deck Dock PUBLIC SEWER AND PUBLIC WATER $149,500 MLS 880560 STREET LIGHTS.

Unrestricted, Drainfield installed. MLS 860890

Glenda McDaniel

Top Lake Agent for Long & Foster

Beautiful New Lake Community • New Lakefront Homes For Sale Two new homes available in 2020. Craftstyle open designs. Starting at $795,000. Deep water and beautiful view. Covered docks, great location. MLS 871835

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Beautiful New Lake Community • New One of a Kind Point Lot with Over 560 Feet of Shoreline, Lakefront Homes For Sale 6000 Sq ft ContemporaryTwo Nestled this newinhomes available in Park Like Lake Setting, Includes 3 Docks, 2 Covered 2020. Craftstyle open designs. and One Screened Party Dock. Double Garage and Starting at $795,000. Detached Single Garage. Great Investment Potential MLS 882608

Deep water and beautiful view. Covered docks, great location. MLS 871835

Beautiful Southern Lakefront Contemporary

Covered Dock, Gentle Lot, Great room with Fireplace, Open Kitchen with Island, Breakfast Bay, Large Master Suite and two additional guest rooms on Entry Level, Lower Level Family Room with Fireplace and Wet Bar, Recreation or Gym Room, Covered Porch. Beautiful Lakefront Cape on 1.62 Acres $749,900 #872652 LAKEFRONT LOTS

• One Acre Waterfront Lot with 254’ of Shoreline $139,500 MLS 878153 • Lake Lot with Boatdock Public Water and Sewer 100 Mghz Internet Only $159,500 MLS 865809

Dock with Cabana and Floater $639,500 Full length Covered Porch, Entry level Master Suite, Great Room w/Fireplace gorgeous kitchen with Double pantries Granite Counter Tops, Full length deck on lakeside. Two Additional Guest rooms and a Family room plus Double Car Garage. MLS 879690

Beautiful Southern Lakefront Contemporary

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Waterfront Lot with Covered Double Slip Dock Immaculate Waterfront Brick Contemporary on a Point Lot Charming Rustic Lakefront Home $599,900 Paver Patio, with 500 Feet of Shoreline, Triple Covered Boatdock

and Septic Installed, Party Deck Boatdock withFireplace 233’ ofand Shoreline, Over 5000 Sq Ft with Two Kitchens, Sunroom,Well Family Room, StudioReady and 7 Decks including a Outdoor Paver Fire Pit, Two Kitchens, for you to build your dream Lake Home. MLS 881229 Large Covered Porch overlooking the lake. Two Wraparound Master Suites on the Entry Level, Concrete DriveDetached Garage/Carport, Dog Run. MLS 871815 2 additional bedrooms, Screen Porch, Gorgeous Views. MLS 882894 Contact Glenda McDaniel Today To Get More Property Details:

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Additional Lot w/ Stationary and Floater Available Septic Lines installed for only $259,000 MLS 881228

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Charming Rustic Lakefront Home $599,900

Party Deck Boatdock with 233’ of Shoreline, Over 5000 Sq Ft with Two Kitchens, Sunroom, Family Room, Studio and 7 Decks including a Large Covered Wraparound Porch overlooking the lake. Detached Garage/Carport, Dog Run. MLS 871815 S M I T H M O U N T A I N L A K E . C O M 11

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2021

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SNOWY WEEKEND AT SML Snow covered the walkway and docks behind Bridgewater Pointe Condominiums early on Sunday. The ﬁrst substantial snow of the year hit Smith Mountain Lake over the weekend, dropping more than 5 inches of snow in some areas. Snowfall started late Saturday evening and continued into Sunday before mixing into sleet and freezing rain in some areas. The weekend storm caused slick conditions on several of the area roads which led to multiple cancellations on Monday including both Franklin and Bedford county schools. The Virginia Department of Transportation crews spent most of Friday pretreating roads in preparation for the snow storm. Most primary and secondary roads were cleared by VDOT by Monday.

The Landing Restaurant, a longtime ﬁne-dining establishment at Bernard’s Landing, will relocate to Mariners Landing in Huddleston later this year following an announcement last week. Lake residents Bruno and Tiffany Silva, owners of The Landing Restaurant, will move to a waterfront location at The Pointe at Mariners Landing. The restaurant will be open to the public and accessible by boat or car. An opening date has not been set, but Tiffany Silva said they hope to be operational by May 1. This will be the most recent change at Mariners Landing following its purchase last year by real estate developer Waller Perrow and business partner Tom Branch. The two have spent the past few months reshaping the golf and lake community with several improvements and additions. In addition to relocating The Landing, Perrow said the Silvas will oversee all catering and special events at the resort, will establish a private restaurant at the golf clubhouse called Bruno’s and operate a seasonal poolside

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The Landing Restaurant will be moving to the ground level of Building 1 at Mariners Landing overlooking The Pointe. The Landing Love Project will occupy the catering and event kitchen in the ground level of Building 3. current and future food and beverage offerings at Mariners Landing,” Perrow said. “They are experienced, professional, and have a comprehensive knowledge of the Smith Mountain Lake market in terms of dining, catering and overall coordination of special events such as weddings and conferences. We couldn’t be more excited about the partnership.” Initially, while Virginia’s COVID-19 restrictions remain in place, Silva said service will be limited to takeout and dockside delivery.

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AMY FRIEDENBERGER

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A bill to regulate wakesurﬁng at Smith Mountain Lake wiped out in the House of Delegates last week. Del. Kathy Byron, R-Bedford, sponsored a bill in response to numerous homeowners surrounding Smith Mountain Lake agitated with wakesurﬁng boats — which create waves big enough for people to surf without the need of a tow rope — zooming around in the coves. The bill prompted passion-

ate feedback from wakesurfers and homeowners, who are divided on the issue. Wakesurﬁng has been an increasingly popular water sport at the lake. Homeowners said the wakesurfers are sending large waves crashing into the shorelines, preventing them from enjoying the water and damaging their docks. Wakesurfers said they’ve been largely courteous and aren’t responsible for dock damage. “This is creating big problems, and as you might imagine, a lot of division,” Byron said. Byron’s bill would have kept wakesurﬁng 200 feet from the shoreline. She was going to try and change it to 150 feet from the

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Where to find local guides, charters and marinas

At some of Virginia’s best wineries and breweries

JANE SULLIVAN HORNE 540.493.1690

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DANA MONTGOMERY 540.314.1798

XAN PILGRIM 540.226.9504

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“At the new location, customers can expect the same level of service and dining experience they’re accustomed to,” Silva said. “We look forward to seeing many familiar faces, and we’re also excited about getting to know the Mariners Landing community, and sharing our unique culinary experiences with them. Providing dining and retail options to the more than 500,000 people who visit the nearby Smith Mountain Lake State Park each year is something

executive board has appointed a search committee led by Chairman Zach Wimmer to conduct a search for the organization’s next executive director. The board of directors has appointed Cheryl Ward to serve as interim executive director during the transition period. Finley will also continue to support the organization as needed to ensure a seamless transition. “On behalf of the board, and the community, while we’re disappointed to see Chris step down, we wish him continued success,” Wimmer said. “Chris assumed his role at a time of transition and has done a great job leading our organization during a difficult year.” Despite the challenges of 2020, Finley helped start the SML Leadership Academy with 14 participants in its inaugural class and secured $30,000 in grant marketing funds from Virginia Tourism Corporation. With that funding, the chamber launched tourism initiatives, including a monthly consumer e-newsletter, a destination travel blog, a new brochure and a commercial to market Smith Mountain Lake. Additionally, Finley achieved enrolled the most-ever participants in the 2021 Chamber Champions program. He also developed the framework for two new tourism initiatives to launch this spring, including SML Restaurant Week and a SML Getaway Sweepstakes campaign. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to have served as executive director and I’m proud of the accomplishments and new initiatives we’ve executed during my tenure,” Finley said. “Backed by a

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eatery called Chubby’s. The Silvas’ plans also include opening a wine shop and gourmet market called Bottles & Bites. B. Silva “The wine shop will be open to the public and will feature wine and craft beer, a gourmet market with grab-and-go food items, and gifts,” said Tiffany T. Silva Silva, noting that she’s also working to organize a weekly farmer’s market starting in the spring. “Bruno and I have cherished our time as part of the Bernard’s Landing community, but are excited about expanding our brand and our business offerings signiﬁcantly by moving to Mariners Landing,” she said. “We are thrilled with the new direction the resort is heading, and this is an exciting opportunity for us, our family and our staff.” Perrow said discussions began earlier this year to move The Landing to Mariners Landing. He said he keeps in touch with the Silvas and what started as casual conversations became a reality very quickly. “Bruno and Tiffany are uniquely qualiﬁed to direct the

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he days of summer are behind us, and the cooler temperatures remind us that fall weather has arrived. While you are bundling up in a sweatshirt and blanket enjoying your fire pit and sunsets around the lake, you might be thinking about what you need to do to get your yard ready for winter so that it is ready to grow to its fullest potential next spring. Some of these considerations probably include fertilizing your lawns and perhaps adding some perennial plants to your flower beds. There are many other tasks that require your attention in your landscape this time of year, but one that you should consider is the importance of installing a buffer landscape.

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What are Buffer Landscapes? if you do a simple internet search for “buffer landscapes” and “riparian buffers” you will find numerous pages highlighting the benefits and “How To” of these landscape additions. In fact, the Smith Mountain Lake Association (SMLA) has an entire portion of its website dedicated to the importance and installation of these designs (smlassociation.org/buffer-landscaping/). Robert Hastings, a member of SMLA, shared that: “SMLA’s message is simple when it comes to Buffer Gardening. If you love the beauty of Smith Mountain Lake, join in embracing the responsibility of keeping our lake pristine by planting a buffer garden.” Buffers are of vital importance around our bodies of water to help with erosion control and nutrient runoff. In turn, limiting these two factors influences the health and appearance of the lake and the rivers and streams that feed it. Some water quality parameters that are impacted by erosion and excess nutrients include, but are not limited to: sedimentation, water clarity, algal growth and animal life. When done correctly, buffer landscapes will also add beauty to your property. Most buffer systems are a combination of trees, shrubs, and other perennial plants that

help reduce watershed rates (i.e., preventing soil erosion) and minimize the impacts of wake/ wave action (i.e., shoreline loss). The plant’s root system serves as a living filter, absorbing excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous and other pollutants before they can enter the lake. It is important to minimize the amount of nitrogen and phosphorous entering the lake because these two nutrients can lead to eutrophication (i.e., high nutrient load), which can attribute to the growth of weedy plants and algae including those that cause harmful algal blooms (HABs). These HABs have the potential to negatively impact wildlife, domestic animals, and humans. Installation of a buffer not only protects the lake’s health, but it also protects our health. While a nice expanse of green grass might appear ideal for your landscape, installing a buffer garden enhances the conservation benefits and sustainability of the lake. A common site around SML is a beautifully lush lawn of grass that abuts a layer of riprap that lines the lake’s edge. While it has a pretty and “clean” aesthetic, a monocultured lawn of turf does not provide as much of a positive impact on protecting the health of the lake as does a diverse buffer landscape. Although grass

A plant’s root system serves as a living filter absorbing excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous and other pollutants before they can enter the lake. These nutrients contribute to the growth of weedy plants and algae including those that cause harmful algal blooms.

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does have an expansive root system that helps it to absorb nutrients, it is not as efficient as a root system from a mixed bed of plants. Plants have different designs to their root systems. Some are relatively shallow and spread horizontally, while others grow more vertically helping to retain the soil underneath the immediate surface. Additionally, by having roots at various depths allows for greater filtration potential as some of the nutrient leaching is below ground, not at the surface. In areas where there is high shoreline loss due to wave action having rock riprap is important, and it can still be incorporated into an appropriately designed buffer landscape. In doing so, you are protecting the lake and your property from both the land-side and from the lake-side.

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the smith mountain lake association has attempted to make this process as easy for its community members as it can by placing resources within immediate reach. It has an entire program related to creating buffer landscaping. On the homepage of the program there are links to educational handouts, guides, recommended planting lists, and other opportunities for the public to get involved. Hastings shared: “… [W]e are facing a huge uphill battle to get homeowners who move to the lake because of the beautiful water to understand the need for employing a simple shoreline garden.” The efforts of educating current and new residents of the lake about the need and the steps to maintain water quality is a high priority. Following this link (http://smlassociation.org/guide-tobuffer-landscaping/) will take readers to a manual that the SMLA has written that elaborates on the importance of buffer landscapes; addresses many questions and concerns that homeowners have; as well as how to plan, install and maintain your landscape. Another resource that the SMLA has available to the homeowners is the Buffer Landscape Advisory Service Team (BLAST). The SMLA states that they “will send [BLAST] members to your home to advise and make recommendations on how to improve buffering characteristics of lakefront or near lakefront properties. You can request a BLAST visit by calling the SMLA office 540-719-0690 or email theoffice@smlassociation.org.” There are around 10 volunteers on the Buffer Landscape Committee that comprises BLAST, and many are Master Naturalists and Master Gardeners who are trained and knowledgeable for the best practices around SML. In a 2019 article for the SML Eagle, Hastings wrote: “Our Master Gardeners and Naturalists simply provide recommendation based on what the homeowner tells us they want. The meetings are held at the homeowner’s shoreline where our Master Gardeners and Naturalists work with the homeowner to develop a plan best suited for the homeowner’s goals. It’s that simple.” Additionally, if you have and/or install a buffer landscape the SMLA will recognize your efforts. You can even nominate your friends and other community members!

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one of the more intimidating aspects of designing your layout. You must consider our local climate, soil quality and moisture content, and other environmental conditions that may be unique to your property (e.g., full sun, shade, etc.). Using native, perennial plants will make your job easier in the

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long run and the fall and spring are great times to plant them. By using natives to our region, they are already adapted to our climatic and environmental conditions. This means that you will need less fertilizer, less irrigation, and less maintenance once these plants are established. You will also likely attract more native pollinators (e.g., bees and butterflies) along with more native bird species. Using perennial plants means that they will return year-after-year establishing more robust root systems, requiring less maintenance and fertilizers, and helping to maintain ground cover in winter months reducing soil erosion. You can always add a mix of annual plants for additional pops of color throughout the year. It is important to remember that most of our turf grasses are not native species and require a high level of maintenance in order to keep them manicured, weed and pest free, and fertilized. Using native, perennial plants will create a more natural landscape, and once established generally require less maintenance and use of resources. When turf is used close to the water’s edge maintain a strip of unfertilized turf (i.e., a buffer strip) away from the waterline. Using this practice, allows any fertilizer that is directly applied to the turf to leach and be filtered through that strip –

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essentially fertilizing that turf indirectly. This helps prevent the fertilizer from leaching directly into the lake as it is washed away with irrigation and/ or rainfall. The SMLA BLAST has partnered with a variety of environmental and horticultural experts for our region that have helped to compile a “Buffer Landscaping Plant List” (http://smlassociation.org/ recommended-plant-list/). The list is organized so that the plants are categorized as: Deer Resistant Perennials; Other Perennials; Groundcover; Large Trees for the Virginia Piedmont; Small Trees and Shrubs for the Virginia Piedmont; and Ornamental Grasses. For each plant, it provides growth parameters (e.g., light requirements), flower color when appropriate, size, wildlife attractant and other important growing notes. By living on Smith Mountain Lake or within its immediate watershed, it is important to realize

that you have a responsibility of being a good environmental steward of SML. There is an active Volunteer Water Quality Monitoring program made of citizen scientists that partners with the SMLA and Ferrum College’s Water Quality Management Program. Although you may not be able to volunteer through this effort, one of the practices that you, as a homeowner, have control over in helping maintain the health of the lake is establishing a buffer landscape. When designed and implemented appropriately these garden areas allow you to have a positive influence on the environmental and water quality. In doing so you are protecting the health of SML and the individuals that use. You also have an opportunity to diversify your landscape in a functionally beautiful manner. Most importantly, as with any landscape/gardening project, have fun with it!

Most of our turf grasses are not native species and require a high level of maintenance in order to keep them manicured, weed and pest free, and fertilized. Using native, perennial plants will create a more natural landscape, and once established generally require less maintenance and use of resources.

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Pandemic Renovations Younger buyers, remote tours and other ways COVID has changed Smith Mountain Lake’s housing market. written by jerry hale

An example of a room created by Construction Marketing, which has seen a spike in major renovations at the lake.

y now, anyone who’s paying attention knows that SML real estate is booming. “Everyone has to be somewhere,” the saying goes, but more and more people are deciding the place they want to be looks much more like Smith Mountain Lake than the urban concretescape they called home when COVID-19 swept in and forever altered how we all live, work and relax. Early signs of impact were evident on the lake in May of 2020 as pontoons and runabouts by the hundreds began plying SML waters, bathed in spring’s fresh air and loaded with smiling, waving extended families escaping their lock-down blues. Initial fears of a summer season lost to travel bans were quelled by a sudden demand for onwater time by both property owners and renters alike who had realized that traveling to and being at SML was possible, sensible and far superior to hibernating indoors to avoid city crowds. But the pandemic has impacted more than just property values. “I’m seeing more clients looking for move-in ready homes so they can quickly begin enjoying life here, without a long home rehab,” said Barry Bridges of Weichert Realtors, Bridges & Co. and a 20-year veteran of selling lake property. “Some are retirees who will be here full-time; others are weekenders or full-summer occupants. Average age is probably down by 10 years.” Bridges said a common first question is, “What about high-speed internet access?” It’s largely necessary for working from home. “Fortunately, that situation has improved dramatically here in the last couple of years,” he said. Realtor Julie Bays of Keller Williams’ Bedford group has similar reflections from the past 20 months. “At first we panicked,” she said, “wondering if any buyers would come. But people soon realized, ‘If I were at SML, I could isolate with a dock and boat; it’s easy to socially distance on the water!’ Short term rentals boomed, too, so buyers feel assured of rental income to help with pay-

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The dock and boat house belonging to Alex and Karen Grunsfeld, of Charlottesville, who closed on the property in January. They had long toyed with the idea of buying at the lake, but pulled the trigger during the pandemic, afraid they might later be priced out of the market. Kathy and Jeff Simmons, formerly of Rochester, N.Y., bought this home in Hardy (top right) without ever setting foot inside — every step was handled remotely.

ments on a property they can retire to in five to ten years.” Bays noted that National Association of Realtors’ chief economist Lawrence Yun feels the market will remain strong. “With interest rates low and fixed,” he explained, “people are putting more money down. That tends to protect from a crash in property values like the one experienced in ‘07/’08.”

Buyers are Feeling the Urgency Alex and Karen Grunsfeld of Charlottesville closed on a Goodview property last January. “We had visited friends here for years,” Alex said, “and toyed with the idea of owning property. We shopped casually, content to wait for ‘the perfect place’ for vacationing and rental. But suddenly we realized waiting longer might price us out of the market. It was time to buy.” Result: the Grunsfelds have had a glorious summer of swimming (“No sand and salt!” Karen raved.), exploring the lake by boat and visiting on-water restaurants. “The relaxation and overall beauty here leave us feeling rejuvenated. And it’s the perfect place to make memories as a family,” he said. Kathy and Jeff Simmons, formerly of Rochester, N.Y., are transitioning to full-time lakefront residency in Hardy. “My sister’s in-laws built in Huddleston years ago,” Kathy said, “and visiting there convinced us we should eventually retire to a lake. Jeff is a water guy and wanted access to boating,

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kayaking, swimming. When COVID hit, we were just getting serious about it.” But the pandemic-influenced buying process still has her reeling. “We never saw the house in person ‘till we pulled up with belongings in a U-Haul truck. Our realtor, Jada Turner (of Berkshire-Hathaway, SML Real Estate), had taken us on a FaceTime walk-through and also showed our local relatives through the home. We had to waive having an inspection for our offer to be accepted. And the transaction—all the paperwork—was totally remote. If you had told me we’d buy a home without seeing it first-hand, I’d have said, ‘You’re out of your mind.’ But here we are ... and it felt like Christmas when we walked in the door,” she said. While the Simmons and Grunsfeld home choices reflect the move-in-ready trend, the pandemic has also inspired major make-overs. Mike Bryant, who co-owns Construction Marketing, LLC with Ronnie Booth, has been doing home renovations at SML and surrounding communities for 11 years. “There’s a spike in demand for major makeovers of both indoor and outdoor living spaces for vacation property owners who are selling homes up north and making the lake their full time home,” Bryant said. “Think ‘major gut and rebuild’ of a section of the house—kitchen, master bath, all-purpose room to include work-from-home space. Outdoor living areas, too. ‘We’ve got the money from a home sale; let’s make it the way we want it!’ is what we’re hearing. And we’re often talking more than one room. These ‘renos’ are running $300,000 and up.” Features Bryant noted are popular now: Screened rooms, covered patios, fire pits, enlarged decks with cable railings (for better views), lots of glass and modern décor. “Anyone who’s been thinking about this with an estimate from a few years ago in mind is in for sticker shock,” he said. “Some materials have jumped 300%, and while they’re now declining a bit, it’s minor compared to the pandemic-driven increases.” Lakers who’ve spent the pandemic at SML are typically well-aware this has been a fantastic place to weather the storm. Newcomers are discovering the same.

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ean red meat is one of the best protein sources that we can eat,” said Food Insight, a communications arm of the International Food Information Council (IFIC). “The protein found in red meat is considered a complete protein source. This means that it provides our bodies with all the essential amino acids in the right amounts.” Many experts seem to agree that high-in-protein red meat belongs in healthy diets. Yet many in our area simply can’t afford a regular supply. In those households, meat provided by Hunters for the Hungry (H4H) often makes the

difference between having protein-rich red meat on the table...or not. Indeed, Virginia’s H4H program is a prolific source of high-protein red meat. Gary Arrington directs the effort from a former classroom in Big Island’s Sedalia Center with the help of Mitzi Boyd, assistant director, and Amy Clark, office manager. “In it’s 30 years of operation, Virginia Hunters Who Care — an independent 501c3 charity that operates as H4H--has provided 29.6 million one-quarter pound meal servings at an average cost to taxpayers of $1.25 per pound. Compare that to the $5.50 and up and meat from retail sources would cost,” he said.

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Elijah Phillips, an 8th grader at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, watches for passing deer from a tree stand behind his home near Rocky Mount in October. Above: A meat distribution event in 2020. Below right: Mark Phillips of J.M. Deer Processing prepares recently harvested meat.

Much of that meat reaches tables through food pantries and feeding kitchens. In our area, Heavenly Manna, Stepping Stone Food Kitchen, God’s Provision and Red Valley Methodist’s food pantry are the principals, passing out a combined 3,088 lbs. in 2020 alone. H4H gets the venison from three primary sources, Arrington explained: “Farmers who hunt to protect their crops from deer damage; private hunters with excess meat to offer; and municipalities who harvest deer out of concern for public safety.” No road pick-ups are accepted. “Even if the meat is fresh, there’s just too much damage for economical processing,” he said. Mark Phillips of J.M. Deer Processing near Rocky Mount is the sole H4H deer processor in this area. “The charity approached me about five years ago in search of someone convenient to its Roanoke/Martinsville/Franklin County hunters. I processed just 25 H4H animals in the first year, but that’s grown to over 100 a year,” he said. Processing deer donated to H4H is a large part of Phillips’ annual business, which is a sideline to his day job as customer service manager at Ronile, Inc., a provider of custom-dyed carpet yarns. “Many of the H4H donors hunt for their own tables but donate the portion of their harvest that exceeds their own freezer space,” Phillips said. “A typical 60 to 70 pound animal yields about 25 pounds of usable meat — chops, tenderloin, stew chunks and ground venison for burgers and tacos. Hunters begin bringing in field-dressed deer — “clean deer” in his terminology — shortly after the archery season begins in early October. The

donations continue through the muzzle loader and rifle seasons. P.D. Hamrick of Union Hall is one of Phillips’ most prolific donors. “Hunters for the Hungry is a program I truly believe in. I support it with 10-12 deer per year that I harvest throughout the bow, muzzle loader and gun seasons...and also with a financial contribution. H4H really needs both kinds of support to help feed the food insecure in our area,” he said. The Hunters Who Care charity pays a fee for each deer Phillips and other processors turn into frozen meal portions. “I give them a reduced rate,” he said. “It’s part of my contribution to feeding the hungry. But H4H still needs cash donations to defer their costs.” “For every dollar donated, we provide the food insecure with 3.2 servings of high protein red meat,” Gary Arrington said. “My tag line is the Three D’s: ‘We take Deer and Dollars to make a Difference in people’s lives.’” There’s yet another advantage to the H4H program. “Controlling deer population numbers in our area is an essential part of wildlife management,” said Matt Knox, DWR (Division of Wildlife Resources, formerly DGIF) deer project coordinator. “There is no question that recreational deer hunting — and that includes the hunters who donate to Hunters for the Hungry — is a critical component of our deer management effort.”

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Preserving Pigg River’s Past

he meeting minutes of the now defunct Pigg River Primitive Baptist Church are now preserved in a newlyreleased book. “Pigg River Primitive Baptist Church of the Callaway Community … Meeting Minutes 17961896” is written and edited by L. Lane Hash of Moneta. The book is a collection of the electronicallyscanned pages of the church’s meeting minutes. While pursuing his interest in genealogy and his own family’s history, Hash, who has a number of family connections to the church, said he began to realize the value of the historical records that old churches like Pigg River held. “Sadly, many of those records have been lost,” Hash said. “Some through fires and others were simply stored away and forgotten.” Hash discovered that a childhood friend, who was the church’s former clerk, had the original

minutes in her possession and he was allowed to electronically scan the old pages. “That’s when the idea for a book began to take shape in my mind,” he said. In addition to the scanned minutes, the book contains condensed notes of the highlights for each page. “I call these condensed notes my ‘Reader’s Digest’ version of the more interesting items on each page,” Hash said. “Due to archaic phrases and ways of saying things, plus misspellings, grammatical errors and ink smudges, reading the minutes can be like trying to understand a foreign language at times. My side-by-side arrangement allows the reader the choice of reading the original record, the highlights, or both.” Hash also included a short biographical summary for each known pastor who served the church throughout its life. The church was founded in 1773, but records

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Pigg River Primitive Baptist Church of the Callaway Community … Meeting Minutes 1796-1896 L. Lane Hash 316 pp.. Amazon.com Full-color: $39.95 Grayscale: $19.95

CHURCH PHOTOS: LEIGH PROM; BOOK: STACY GORDON

A new book chronicles the colorful, sometimes unusual minutes of the historic Pigg River Primitive Baptist Church. written by STACEY GORDON

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for the first 23 years were lost, Hash added. The “labor of love,” as Hash refers to the book, took about two years to complete. The first year was spent scanning the pages, which was a delicate procedure in itself. “Due to the fragile condition of the oldest books, I did not want to press them down onto a flat-bed scanner and possibly damage them,” Hash said. “So, I cut white poster board and placed pieces around each page to allow me to make a picture, but minimize visual clutter in the background.” Hash spent another year writing and assembling the book with the help of a layout person and a professional genealogist, who compiled the index of names. Not only did Hash learn many interesting facts while completing the project, he was allowed to see into the lives of church members over 200 years ago. “I was surprised by the extent of the church’s involvement in members’ daily lives and the level of control it had,” Hash said. “For example, if a member failed to attend church for a couple of consecutive monthly meetings, a committee would be appointed to visit that member and find out why he or she missed church. In some cases, the member was cited to come before the church to explain his or her absence. In other cases, members were expelled, particularly if they failed to come before the church as directed.” Other examples involved what today’s society would view as matters to be resolved by the judicial system. “For example, one dispute between two members that was brought before the church involved a gallon of cider,” said Hash. Hash was also surprised to learn that, even though the church was completely male-dominated, there were a few examples of female members taking on leadership roles. “In one case, a female member was appointed to the committee that went for a home visit, which involved another female member,” Hash said. “There was another case in which two female members transferred their membership to Pigg River from a sister church, and there was no mention of a husband or other male involvement.” Hash said he was most surprised by what he learned about race relations in the church during that time. “During my lifetime, the church was always considered a ‘white church,’” he said. “But, I learned that Black members continued joining the church for several years after the end of slavery and the Civil War. At the Saturday meeting in June 1871, five Black members were received by religious experience and baptized. Based on the history

“I was surprised by the extent of the church’s involvement in members’ daily lives and the level of control it had. One dispute between two members that was brought before the church involved a gallon of cider.”

L. Lane Hash hopes his book will be a resource on life in area during the 19th century. One of his findings is that the “white church” actually had black congregants until about 1903.

we were taught in school, I had always assumed that formerly-enslaved people and free people of color broke away after the war ended and formed their own society, including churches. Apparently, that was not always the case — at least not at Pigg River. Church minutes indicate there were Black members until circa 1903.” Hash also said the church did not use racial slurs when referring to its Black members. The titles “Brother” and “Sister” applied to all members, regardless of race. Hash hopes the book will help others who may be searching for information on their ancestors. “Sometimes, finding a small clue in an obscure record such as these old church minutes can lead to other discoveries of family history,” he said. “Hopefully, too, this book and its insights into life in the 19th Century Blue Ridge Mountains will give us a better appreciation for some of the hardships our ancestors faced and how their resilience led to a better life for us.”

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Understanding Terrorism Local author examines domestic and international threats in new book.

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Terrorism and Counterterrorism Jeffrey C. Fox Xlibris, 352 pp. E-Book: $3.99 Paperback: $19.99 Hardcover: $35.99

A side street in the town of Sinjar, Iraq, is still in ruins after the area was recaptured from Islamic State in 2015.

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ocky Mount resident Jeffrey C. Fox spent almost four decades dealing with terrorism — either studying it, training to stop or deal with it, or dealing with terrorists. Terrorism remains an ever-present danger. His goal is to train, educate and inform anyone who is interested in learning about terrorism in all its forms. “The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Terrorism and Counterterrorism Explained” was published by Xlibris in July. The book looks at what terrorism is and is not, explores the historical roots of terrorism, discusses the causes of terrorism as well as terrorist typologies. “Over these decades, I have seen an alreadycomplicated topic become even more difficult to understand,” Fox said. “The field of study has grown as the world has gotten smaller. This book addresses terrorism from a straight forward approach. When I began to teach homeland security, which includes terrorism, I made a promise to myself that I would never be politically correct. Political correctness is what some terrorists rely on and is one of our worse habits.” The book examines domestic terrorism and international and ethnic terrorism. Then it dives into religion and terrorism and looks at Islamic terrorism and Jihad. It also examines asymmetric

warfare including terrorists’ tactics and weapons of choice, and discusses terrorist financing and explores counterterrorism. When asked what he wants readers to take away from the book, Fox answered, “Terrorism can be a politically charged topic. I ask that as you read this book, you check what is written, digest it and make your own decisions on what you have read. It is highly likely some of your thinking will be challenged.” Fox served for 27 years in the field of criminal justice, 21 of which were with the Virginia State Police. He earned an AAS degree in police science from Germanna Community College, a BLS degree in criminal psychology and sociology from Mary Washington College and a MS degree in criminal justice administration from Virginia Commonwealth University. He earned an MBA degree with a specialization in criminal justice, and earned a doctorate in business administration with a specialization in homeland security from Northcentral University. He is a graduate of the Southern Police Institute Administrative Employees Course and the Virginia Commonwealth Management Institute. He completed the Virginia State Police Basic Academy, Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy and Military Police School. He has been teaching at various colleges and universities since 2001. He retired from state service as the program coordinator and assistant professor for the Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness and Criminal Justice Cohort Programs for Virginia Commonwealth University in Martinsville. His full-time job now is as public safety trainer/ educator/consultant for his company called Fox Public Safety Training, Educating, and Consulting LLC. — Laker Staff

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Volunteer rises to lead YMCA Stephanie Ferguson fell in love with the organization after a trapeeze yoga class. written by AILA BOYD

he Franklin County Family YMCA recently announced that Stephanie Ferguson will be its new branch coordinator at the Smith Mountain Lake YMCA. “As a native of Franklin County, I am elated to join the YMCA family. This county is full of amazing people and endless opportunities to help them with a healthy life and community engagement,” Ferguson said. “This is a great branch with great members and great faculty. I’m really honored to be here.” Her experience with the YMCA started when she was a volunteer who participated in multiple fundraising events, including the Oktoberfest 5K trail race and festival, Winterfest 5K and 10K races and the Smith Mountain Lake Glacier Plunge. Her interest in YMCA programming peaked during her participation in a six-week trapeze yoga program that was held at the lake location. “Taking the yoga class helped me realize how important being a part the community,” Andrea Fansler, of something really is,” she said. Smith Mountain Lake Branch Even after assuming her new director, said. role, Ferguson is continuing to Over the coming months Fertake the yoga class. For those who guson plans to serve the commuare interested in trapeze yoga, nity through programs, membershe said, “It’s very intimidating ship and services. when you see it at first, but it is an “The Y isn’t just about workunbelievably good time. My suging out. It’s really about giving the gestion is to go ahead and try it. community a place to go and a You’ll be surprised at what your sense of purpose. Especially combody can do. I feel like everyone is ing through the pandemic, people a lot stronger than they think they Stephanie Ferguson was want to be together. The Y plays a are,” she said. inspired to join the YMCA pivotal role in that,” Ferguson said. She explained that joining the after taking a six-week While the branch is providYMCA at this time is very exciting trapeze yoga class (above). ing those in the community with for her considering that many of a place to come together, she its programs are starting to resume after being placed on hold due to the COVID-19 stressed that the staff is being vigilant in regards to safety. Social distancing, mask wearing and the pandemic. “We are very excited to have Fergie on board sanitization of equipment are all still continuing with her positive energy and her compassion for to occur at the Moneta location.

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Daniel Berthiaume is known around the lake as “Capt. Bert,” but the hockey world knows him as “The Bandit,” a nickname earned through his tenacious goal keeping over a 22-year career.

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STR IPED BASS Da n i e l B e r t h i au m e approaches bass fishing with the same dogged energy as his pro hockey career — but instead of slapping away goals, he’s realing in the big ones. writing and photography by REED DILLON

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Just before dawn on a mid-September morning, former hockey pro turned fishing guide Daniel Berthiaume, also known as Capt. Bert, readied his boat for a half-day charter. Just before the sun rose over Smith Mountain, he cut across the silky water in his well- outfitted, 25- foot, 300 hp Yamaha outboard Sportsman to his first destination. Striped bass are creatures of habit, Capt. Bert explained to his passengers, and they like to hang out in different spots depending on the time of year. He keeps meticulous logs charting fishing patterns and locations during each season. After stopping, Capt. Bert scanned the water for big breaks in the surface indicating striped bass were below. A common practice in striped bass fishing is to use sensitive depth and sonar monitors to track fish. The sonar is so sensitive that you can see remnants of trees at the bottom from when the lake was filled. After about 20 minutes, using live shad as bait, one of Capt. Bert’s passengers hit pay dirt, landing a nearly 10- pound striped bass. One might think there are few similarities between hockey and fishing, but both take practice, diligence, quick reactions and the ability to think fast. Striped Bass move incredibly fast so fishers must anticipate their trajectory through sonar and have their line at the same depth the fish might strike. In the paraphrased words of the “Great One”, Wayne Gretzky, one of Capt. Bert’s teammates while they played with the Los Angeles Kings: “I fish where the fish is going to be not where they have been.” F r o m Q u e b e c t o R oa n o k e

capt. bert grew up fishing for walleye and Northern pike with his family on the St. Lawrence and Richelieu rivers in Québec, Canada. Like many Canadian kids, he grew up playing youth hockey, dreaming of one day going to the NHL. After proving to be a standout goalie in 1985, he was drafted in 1986 by the Winnipeg Jets. Equipped with lightning quick reactions, Ber-

thiaume was nicknamed “The Bandit,” because of his prowess at stealing goals away from his opponents. After reaching the playoffs in a stellar rookie season with Winnipeg, Berthiaume went on to a storied professional hockey career that spanned more than 22 years. His resume includes playing six years for the Winnipeg Jets, as well as other clubs, including the Minnesota North Stars, Los Angeles Kings, Boston Bruins and Ottawa Senators. Berthiaume ultimately came to Roanoke to play and coach the Roanoke Express.

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During the summer months, Capt. Bert’s day typically starts at 2 a.m. with casting weighted nets and catching shad to use as bait for that day’s charter.

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nowadays, capt. bert spends his time sharing his two passions — his love of fishing through his guide business and his passion for hockey as an assistant coach of goalies for the Liberty (University) Flames ACCHL hockey team. During the summer months, Capt. Bert’s day typically starts at 2 a.m. with casting weighted nets and catching shad to use as bait for that day’s charter. Once his charter is complete, he travels to Lynchburg to coach Liberty’s goalies. He also dedicates his nights to coaching his 16- year- old son’s

AA Bantam hockey team. Capt. Bert runs his charters out of Mitchel Point Marina in Huddleston. He met marina owners Jeff and Debbie Prowse through hockey. Their friendship grew into a marriage of opportunity and a business relationship after Jeff Prowse suggested that he could alleviate Capt. Bert’s scheduling headaches through Prowse’s new online ordering system. As Marine family Jeff and Debbie donate on behalf of Mitchell’s Point Guide Services 1% or $5000 of profits, whichever is a higher, to The Sem-

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“Stripers are a fun fish to catch, very muscular and powerful. They put up a good fight.”

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Berthiaume keeps his eye on the puck in the NHL Heritage Classic Alumni game in 2006. He has also played and coached extensively in Southwest Virginia, including for the Roanoke Express (below left) and Roanoke Valley Vipers (right). Opposite page: Another successful day on the water.

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Capt. Bert recently celebrated his 19th season as a guide.

per Fi Fund to help wounded, ill and injured soldiers. While the COVID-19 pandemic initially put a crimp in charter bookings, Capt. Bert said business recently has been brisk with single and double charters scheduled almost daily in the latter part of 2021. When asked what motivated him becoming a guide, Capt. Bert said his wife

actually suggested it. She said, “you’re on the lake all the time bass fishing, you might as well get paid for it” So he did. He took his captain’s test and recently celebrated his 19th year as a fishing guide. Capt. Bert considers himself part guide and part entertainer. “People like to be entertained while on the boat and hear some of my stories,” he said. “There’s

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a lot of hockey fans out there.” Many of his customers already know of his hockey past and like to hear stories about his years in the NHL. As for his love of striper fishing, he recalled the first time he hooked one and how exhilarating it was, comparing it to the fish caught as a kid. “Stripers are a fun fish to catch, very muscular and powerful,” he said. “They put up a good fight.” Like hockey, guide fishing can be a team effort. Guides, for the most part, are friendly with other each other, spotting the schools of bass and telling others where they are and at what depths to find them. As the half-day charter came to a close, Capt. Bert and his passengers had hooked 18 striped bass, releasing most of them and only keeping the daily limit, which then were filleted and smoked and enjoyed.

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Smoked Striped Bass with Dip recipe courtesy of REED DILLON

2 pounds of fresh striped bass fillets, scaled and cleaned ¹/³ cup of kosher salt ¼ cup brown sugar 4 cups filtered water ½ cup dry white wine 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper 2 dried bay leaves 2 slices of fresh lemon In a large pot over high heat, place the water, salt and sugar. Bring this to a low boil until the dry ingredients melt. Turn off the heat and set aside to thoroughly cool to room temperature.

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Place the cooled brine into a clean, preferably non-metal, container with a lid. Stir in the pepper, bay leaves, and white wine. Add the lemon slices. Place the fish portions inside the container of brine. Add more water to cover if needed. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours or overnight. Place a layer of paper towels or newspaper on your kitchen counter. Place the smoker racks on top of the paper and coat or spray with oil. Remove the fish from the brine and gently rinse it off under cool running water. Pat the fillets dry with paper towels and place on the smoker racks. Allow the fish to air dry and come to room temperature for approximately 30 to 45 minutes. While the fish is resting, preheat your smoker to around 180°F. Add wood chips of your choice. Fill the water bowl 1/2 way with plain tap water. Place the racks in the preheated smoker. Crack the vent on top. Smoke the fish for anywhere from 2 to 4 hours, depending on fillet thickness. Keep an eye on the fish and check the internal temperature at 1-1/2 hours. You want the fish to be between 145°F and 160°F. Refill the wood chip tray and water bowl approximately every 60 minutes. When you don’t see any smoke coming through the vent that is a clue that the smoker needs tending to.

Smoking gives bass a deep savory flavor you just cant get from a frying pan.

For the dip: 2 cups of flaked smoked striped bass or any other whitefish 2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise 4 tablespoons fat-free sour cream 1 pinch Old Bay Seasoning hot pepper sauce to taste worcestershire sauce to taste

Place fish in a bowl and break apart and flake fillets by hand. Add mayonnaise, and sour cream seasonings and sauces in the bowl and mix with large spoon. Either use a hand immersion blender or place in a food processor and blend all ingredients until consistency reaches a spread. Be careful not to over-blend.

liquid smoke flavoring (optional) cracked black pepper to taste

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Harmful sport or scapegoat? Some property owners say the wakes caused by wakesurfing damages boats, docks and shorelines. Surfers say the sport is just an easy target for a variety of lake issues.

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Starting Jan. 1, lakefront homeowners can apply for

NO-WAKESURFING ZONES along their shoreline. How many will apply, and how that might change the character of the lake, has s u rf e r s co n c e r n e d fo r t h e f u t u r e o f t h e i r s p o r t. written by jason dunovant

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Specified no-wakesurfing zones are expected to begin appearing following a new rule implemented by the Tri-County Lakes Administrative Commission (TLAC). Starting Jan. 1, lakefront property owners will be allowed to apply to TLAC for no-wakesurfing zones around their shoreline. The decision to allow the zones was approved by TLAC in August in an effort to address the concerns of lakefront homeowners who have claimed the large wakes produced by the wakesurfing boats are damaging docks, contributing to shoreline erosion and endangering people. Before a no-wakesurfing zone application can submitted to TLAC, lakefront property owners must pay a $150 application fee. Applicants must also obtain written consent forms from 75% of surrounding property owners in the affected area stating they are in favor of a no-wakesurfing zone. According to information provided by TLAC, criteria necessary to apply for a no-wakesurfing zone includes evidence “an issue of public safety exists that can be verified by means of a video recording and by submission of a written description of the safety hazard from the applicant to include a statement that the issue occurs on a regular basis and has been reported to law enforcement, and/or structural, shoreline or vessel damage has occurred that can be verified by submitting repair bills, pictures and a written statement from a business professional who can provide an expert opinion relative to the type of damage that has occurred and the probable cause of that damage and/or the channel, cove or area of water in question is 400 feet or less in width from shoreline to opposite shoreline, or from the farthest extending point of a structure on one shoreline to the closest extending point of a structure on an opposite shoreline.” Once the necessary documentation and information is provided, the TLAC board and its navigation committee will hold a public hearing. The hearings will be similar to hearings held in previous years for no-wake zones. The hearings will be held on a designated date and time at the TLAC office, or another designated location if it is determined additional space will be needed. According to TLAC documents, it is

not mandatory that applicants be in attendance at the public hearing, but it is recommended they are available to answer any questions TLAC board members or members or the community may have. Following the public hearing, TLAC’s navigation committee will address the application at its next scheduled meeting. The committee may determine the application warrants further evaluation and defer a decision until the following meeting, if needed. If a decision is made, the navigation committee will forward that recommendation to the TLAC board. The TLAC board will make a decision on the no-wakesurfing zone based on the navigation committee recommendation at one of the regularly scheduled TLAC meetings held quarterly. The board will consider the navigation committee’s recommendation and can choose to recommend, recommend with modifications, not recommend the application, or table the application for further study. TLAC board member Lorie Smith said it was their goal to find a healthy balance between wakesurfers and lakefront homeowners when deciding to allow the no-wakesurfing zones. She said TLAC has no intention of making wakesurfing more difficult to enjoy on the lake. “We are not looking to make the lake restrictive for recreation,” Smith said. When applications for no-wakesurfing zones begin to be processed next year, Smith said TLAC plans to take each one on a case by case basis and study each one carefully before agreeing to approve a no-wakesurfing zone. Smith requested that the no-wakesurfing application process be reviewed after the first year when it was approved by the TLAC board in August. She said her intention is to have mechanisms in place to allow homeowners and residents to provide input on how the process is going and to list any concerns. If TLAC is provided with new information after seeing the no-wakesurfing zones in action for a year, Smith said there could be changes to the rules. “We are absolutely open to that,” she said. TLAC also doesn’t have the final say on a nowakesurfing zone application. After the TLAC

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board makes a recommendation, all applications will be forwarded to Virginia Department of Wildlife Services and the United States Coast Guard. They will make the final decision on whether to approve a no-wakesurfing zone. If approved, no-waksurfing zone buoys will be positioned to define the entrance and exit of the zone. The recommended distance from shore and the distance between the markers will be determined in collaboration with DWR on each individual application. The actual placement of the buoys will be confirmed by DWR at the time of installation, according to TLAC. The DWR will also inspect all buoys annually to insure proper condition and location. The DWR

may remove any markers that are not in conformance with DWR regulations or are not properly maintained. Applications that have been denied by DWR or the USCG may not be re-submitted for at least one year. Past approvals and denials will not be considered as a basis for future approvals or denials. If ownership of a property with a no-wakesurfing zone changes, ownership of the markers will also change. According to TLAC documents, it is the applicant’s responsibility to inform a new property owners to contact TLAC directly by submitting a letter of request to change ownership. Since it is still early in the development of the no-wakesurfing zones, DWR’s approach to

Ken Hayes, owner of Smith Mountain Wake Company, said he worries too many no-wakesurfing zones will push surfers into unsafe areas with heavier boat traffic. “Left unchecked, it is going to get out of control,” he said.

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enforcement has yet to be determined yet. In an email provided by Sgt. James Slaughter, he said the department is “currently taking measures to be consistent with other areas in the state.” While the no-wakesurfing zones will not become a reality until TLAC begins accepting applications on Jan. 1, avid wakesurfer and lakefront homeowner Troy Rech said it is the latest step to control an activity that he believes has become the scapegoat for a variety of lake issues. Rech said large boats in general, not wakesurfing boats, can also create large wakes that damage the shoreline and docks. Docks also experience wear and tear over time and all damage can’t be due solely to wakesufing, he said. “I think this whole process is creating a divided lake,” Rech said. Rech said more should be done to educate other wakesufers as well as boaters in general on what the rules are while on the water. Like many wakesurfers at Smith Mountain Lake, he believes education efforts never went far enough. He said banners and pamphlets at area marinas was far too little.

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Rech’s concern now is that no future effort will be put into education and TLAC will focus totally on no-wakesurfing zones. He also questioned if the zones will be successful in curbing the issue. “What if this doesn’t solve the problem?” Rech asked. Smith said that efforts to educate the public about wakes needs to continue even after the no-wakesurfing zones begin to be implemented next year. She said work should also be done to reach tourist coming the lake who may not know the rules. Ken Hayes, owner of Smith Mountain Wake Company, is expecting some changes when the no-wakesurfing zones begin popping up next year. While he doesn’t foresee a large number of no-wakesufing zones being approved at first, he wonders how many zones will accumulate in the coming years that restrict the activity. “Left unchecked, it is going to get out of control,” Hayes said of the possible swell of no-wakesurfing zone applications. Hayes said he has seen the growing popular-

ity of the sport at Smith Mountain Lake in recent years. His business sells a wide variety of wakesurfing equipment. He is doubtful the new rules will do anything to stop the growing popularity of the sport, his concern is that no-wakesurfing zones will move the activity to more unsafe areas with heavier traffic. Josh McClure, another active wakesurfer at SML, is also concerned about how the zones could move wakesurfing into unsafe areas. He said boating overall at Smith Mountain Lake has become less safe with an increase in boating incidents in recent years. His concern is an inattentive boater could hit a wakesurfer in the water. “It’s a major issue,” McClure said. “Boaters are not trained to look for people in the water.” McClure also had an issue with the TLAC board that made the decision. He doubted any of them were wakesurfers themselves and were likely biased toward the concerns of the lakefront homeowners. “They didn’t do their due diligence,” McClure said.

Avid wakesurfer Josh McClure says the lake has become less safe generally. “It’s a major issue,” McClure said. “Boaters are not trained to look for people in the water,” he said.

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vision is to have a poverty-free Smith Mountain Lake community where each individual is valued, connected and lives in hope. For almost 30 years, LCM has been working to provide food, clothing, furniture, appliances and crisis financial aid to those in the region that covers Franklin, Bedford and Pittsylvania counties. Additionally, the nonprofit’s New Horizons program serves to help people move out the

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For more information or to volunteer, call Lynda Imirie at 4932117. Monetary donations may be sent to Lake Christian Ministries, P.O. Box 695, Moneta, VA 24121 with children’s programs in the memo.

poverty through mentoring and job assistance services. LCM stays busy throughout the year but is especially active during November and December. Each year the organization provides Thanksgiving dinner boxes, complete with turkey and fixings to those in need who preregister. A Child’s Christmas program is one of the most ambitious annual endeavors the organization brings to the community. In midOctober LCM begins taking applications for families in need. In 2020, the organization provided Christmas gifts of toys and clothing to 471 children, an increase of 356 the previous year. This is a community effort with contributions coming from area churches through angel trees as well as contributions from companies and individuals. Volunteers distribute gift bags — and to those who pre-register, a Christmas breakfast food box that includes eggs, bacon and pancake mix — just before Christmas.

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hildren’s Assistive Technology Service is a non-profit that provides for the re-use of pediatric rehabilitation equipment and assistive technology devices. CATS serves as a nocost resource for children with disabilities who need adaptive equipment and whose families have limited resources. The mission of CATS is to provide opportunities for children with disabilities through equipment re-use. Families help other families by passing on gently used pediatric adaptive devices and mobility equipment to meet immediate needs at no cost. Contributions of equipment and donations can be delivered or sent to 12801 Moneta Road, Moneta, VA 24121. Pick up of equipment is also available.

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Smith Mountain Lake Good Neighbors’ primary mission has been to help area children by developing skills and values through programs that nourish, educate and support. With the community’s help SML Good Neighbors strives to enrich and support children in Franklin and Bedford counties by providing a myriad of programs, including after-

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school programs in the elementary schools and the SML Good Neighbors Academy program prepares students for high school. The most ambitious endeavor that SML Good Neighbors provides is a four-week summer enrichment day camp that focuses on academic mentoring in reading, writing, quantitative and communications skills. The program also provides education about nature, peaceful living and lessons in cultural diversity. SML Good Neighbors is always seeking supporters to help them further their mission. They also welcome donations during Giving Tuesday on Nov. 30. Donations may be sent to SML Good Neighbors, Inc., P.O. Box 2, Moneta, VA 24121.

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he Henry Fork Center is one of Franklin County’s best kept secrets but in reality is one of the area’s longest existing charitable organizations. Established in 1967, the Henry Fork Center is a faith-based organization solely committed to the well-being of children who lack resources. With one fulltime executive director and seven part-time teachers, the center operates an after-school program throughout the school year and a summer program. Serving pre-K through middle school students, the program provides for Christian education, help with homework and recreation each afternoon. Nutritious food is also provided through the USDA. During the worst of the pandemic, the after-school program turned into a day long program when schools were shut down

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during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each summer, a weekly themed lesson is planned. Stories, music and arts and crafts are used to teach the Bible stories to the students. Academic enrichment is also an important component, ensuring that students retain what they previously learned in school. Activities include cooking, nature walks, science experiments and field trips. In addition, there are opportunities to go to subsidized overnight church camp. The center also throws an annual Christmas party for children, including pizza, chips and dessert, along with plays or music. Through church sponsorship, each child receives something they need and want. Henry Fork also receives Advent boxes from local churches with everyday items such as hand sanitizer, acrylic paints, trash bags, paper plates, and craft items. The Henry Fork Center depends solely on donations from the community. To contribute visit the website or mail contributions to Henry Fork Service Center, P.O. Box 888, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.

helping hands of fr anklin count y of Helping Hands of Franklin County is to provide financial assistance to people when emergencies arise. This may come in the form of an electric bill termination notice, rent or mortgage issues, heating fuel, prescription medication or another emergency need. In addition to crisis financial assistance, they provide budget counseling to clients and referrals to other appropriate agencies. Aside from its executive director, Helping Hands is staffed entirely by volunteers and is governed by a board of directors that represents a cross section of business and professionals living and working in the county. The assistance is meant to be stop- gap measure and is a temporary solution to helping their clients’ financial situation. Clients are eligible to receive aid every 18 months. In some circumstances clients are referred to other organizations to assist individuals. Helping Hands is in need of volunteers to help with administration and budget counseling. Donations may be sent to Helping Hands of Franklin County, P.O. Box 429, Rocky Mount, VA. 24151

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to a restricted gift card good for either a ham, turkey or produce. Families are invited into the AGAPE’s Christmas store where they can select ageappropriate gifts for their children, in addition to receiving themed Christmas baskets prepared by volunteers. The need is great in both Franklin and Bedford counties, and AGAPE would not exist without the help and support of the community. The organization’s work is sustained by volunteers and churches who give their time and donations. More information is available at 296-0609 or www.agapecentersml.org/donate.

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tion whose mission is to reflect God's love by the giving of ourselves and our resources as we submit to the leadership of the Holy Spirit to mentor and help individuals turn or return to a Christ-centered life. Serving the counties of Franklin and Bedford through a collective effort of 300 volunteers mostly sourced from 18 area churches. The center distributes food, clothing, toys and furniture to more than 1,000 families a month. AGAPE conducts classes in nutrition, sewing, budgeting and other life skills to support self-sufficiency. In addition, the organization offers “Getting Ahead” classes that help raise people out of generational poverty through educational and employment goal setting. Families and individuals are paired with trained mentors, who act as facilitators of change. The mentors meet and help problem-solve people and families that are in some form of need or crisis on the solutions and local resources they might access. For Thanksgiving, eligible families can receive an assorted gift basket of goodies and food for Thanksgiving sides in addition

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he members of the Smith Mountain Lake Lions Club are people of action, and it’s obvious they live up to their tagline: “Great people doing great things for the community.” The group’s central mission is to conduct vision screening and to collect and recycle eye glasses, but there’s more to their mission. The group sponsors and donates money and labor to local charities. That could include packing the Christmas bags for Lake Christian Ministries, backpacks for AGAPE and serving meals at Stepping Stone Mission. One of the organization’s larger projects is awarding scholarships to deserving Franklin County High School students seeking higher education. In a typical year, the club contributes more than $12,000 toward charities and projects supporting sight, hearing, diabetes, scholarships and disaster relief. The SML Lions Club is always looking for new members. For more information, contact Rod Savage at 855-0910 or rwsavagemd@gmail.com. Donations are accepted through mail at P.O. Box 742, Hardy, VA 24101.

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by equipping them with tools to fight poverty. STEP is an acronym of its mission statement: Solutions That Empower People. This mission helps them to overcome barriers to economic, educational and developmental success within the communities they serve. The programs all have the goal of eliminating poverty in the community. There are six areas of concentration: housing and weatherization, youth and senior services, Head Start and Early Start programs, supportive services and income tax preparation. More than half of STEP’s resources goes to serving more than 200 clients in its highly rated Head Start and Early Start programs. The programs are a vital link to getting children off to a strong and healthy start by providing comprehensive education, health and nutrition programs specifically designed to help parents prepare their children for school in Franklin and Patrick counties. The program fosters the healthy development of children from low-income families and facilitates social, emotional, and intellectual growth, in addition to health screenings and medical/ dental support services. As a fundraiser during the Christmas holiSTEP, Inc . helps are a re s ident s

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day, STEP hosts an annual Christmas Home Tour; however, unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been cancelled again this year. The organization is in the planning stages of staging bingo competitions in the fall and winter months. Hiring permanent classroom teachers and aids is one of the organization’s biggest needs. Ways to assist STEP can be found by going to their website page Support Step www.stepincva.com/support-step.

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ince its inception 15 years ago, Stepping Stone Mission is on a mission to ensure no one goes hungry. Located on North Main Street in Rocky Mount, Stepping Stone has been providing hot meals seven days a week with the support of volunteers from individuals, churches and local organizations. On average, the organization serves around 50 meals, which equates to 18,250 meals every year. The nonprofit survives on food donations from local businesses and charitable organizations, including Kroger, Sheetz, Feeding America, local churches and individuals. Many of the Stepping Stone patrons are apt to say that if it were not for the charity, they would not have

eaten that day. During the holidays, attendance typically doubles. On Thanksgiving Day, Stepping Stone serves a traditional dinner complete with all the fixings and dessert. Similarly, they serve a Christmas dinner on Christmas eve. In addition, they gift everyone in attendance with a grocery bag of toiletries and other personal items. Stepping Stone is always looking for volunteers and donations of food and or money. To volunteer, call 4820775. Donations can be sent to Stepping Stone Mission, P.O. Box 141, Rocky Mount, VA 24151.

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Bridgewater Sportswear

16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #9, Moneta, 540-721-1040, on Facebook H Casual clothing, swimsuits, flip-flops, sandals, SML T-shirts, sweatshirts and accessories for men, women and children; many national brand names

COMFORT AND JOY

400 Scruggs Road, Suite 800, Moneta 540-719-0976, on Facebook H Clothing, accessories, shabby chic furniture, gifts, handmade pillows and throws

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF THE VALLEY 13697 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #100, Moneta 540-719-1503, goodwillindustries.com

H Thrift store offering discount used clothing, shoes, accessories and home decor items

PACABELLA FARM ALPACAS & BOUTIQUE

1799 Jubal Early Hwy., Wirtz, 540-890-8364, pacabella.com H Boutique offers luxury alpaca clothing, accessories and gifts for every taste and budget, as well as children’s toys and the Pacabella spa collection, which includes felted soap made right on the farm using fiber from Pacabella’s own alpacas.

THE SOUTHERN GOAT

40 Village Springs Drive, Hardy, 540-719-1191, on Facebook H Ladies clothing, jewelry, home decor, custom florals, shabby chic/French country furniture

US ALPACA COMPANY & GIFTS

Smith Mountain Lake Alpaca Farm, Morewood Road, Hardy, 860307-2143, smithmountainlakefarm.com or usalpacacompany.com H Alpaca products, including bed pillows, coats, hats, scarves, mittens, gloves, sweaters and socks for children and adults; Pendleton blankets; organics; Irish products; Vermont-made foods; artisan jewelry; alpaca farm tour gift certificates

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HEATHER TURNER PHOTOGRAPHY

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H Professional photography services specializing in boudoir photography, weddings, portraits and family portraits

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APPALACHIAN IMAGES & FRAMING

6675 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-521-1378 jollyjenphotography.com

H Custom picture framing, handmade crafts and wood furniture

Professional photography services specializing in high school seniors, families, head shots and commercial photography

ART VISIONS GALLERY AND STUDIO

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H Art gallery by local artists; art classes and painting parties

H A full-service stained glass studio; concept, design, build, repair and restoration; mixed media art

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STUDIO BELLE VISAGE

13699 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #202, Moneta, 540-721-1218

3528 Hatchett Road, Penhook, 540-489-7732, studiobellevisage.com

H Custom picture framing and gallery featuring local artists

H Portrait and event photography in studio or on location

13029 N. Old Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-632-9599 on Facebook

130 Scruggs Road, Suite 215, Moneta, 540-798-0313 artvisionsstudio.blogspot.com

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DIAMOND HILL GENERAL STORE AND GARDEN CENTER

1017 Diamond Hill Road, Moneta, 540-297-9309 diamondhillgeneralstore.net H Country store offering gift and home decor items, locally made items, wine shop, garden center (540-297-7009) and deli; live Christmas trees and wreaths

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EMERSON CREEK POTTERY

1068 Pottery Lane, Bedford 540-297-7884, emersoncreekpottery.com H Factory outlet; handmade, handpainted pottery made on-site; personalized options

ENVISIONS DISTINCTIVE INTERIORS INC.

7195 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-7191500, on Facebook H Flooring, fabrics and furniture

elegant designs by sheryl 5880 White House Road, Moneta 540-296-0581, on Facebook

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361 Scruggs Road, Moneta 540-719-0670, on Facebook H Vintage, antique and eclectic items

A SHADE BRIGHTER AND AFFORDABLE HOME OUTLET

1123 Celebration Ave., Moneta 540-297-6440, on Facebook

H Unique new home decor and gifts, antiques, jewelry, clothing, Coach purses and more

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ANTIQUE MALL AT MAYBERRY

12925 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Suite 102, Hardy, 540-719-1431 bydesigninteriorsofva.com

H Antiques, art, repurposed furnishings

H Residential and commercial interior design; kitchen and bath; flooring, cabinetry and countertops, lighting, furniture, window treatments, decor; design consultation

1170 Celebration Ave., Moneta 540-297-7770, on Facebook

AZTEC RENTAL

14070 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540721-1239, aztecrental.com H Rental of equipment for home and garden, power tools, automotive, weddings and events

CAPPS HOME BUILDING CENTER

13700 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540721-2276, shopcapps.com

H Home building center offering a full range of products, including Christmas holiday gifts and lighting, outdoor furniture, Big Green Egg grills, plus Eggcessories, Weber grills, and the lake’s dealer of Yeti products

DESIGNER SOLUTIONS INC.

13699 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #204, Moneta, 540-719-1266 designersolutionsinc.com H Full-service interior design for residential and commercial offering flooring and floor coverings, cabinets, accessories, window treatments and more, in an expanded showroom that includes a full service lighting and plumbing gallery

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13161 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-7218354, mjldsgn.com H Residential and commercial interior design; flooring, wallpaper, furnishings, accessories, fabrics, window treatments, blinds, fine art

LAKESCAPES NURSERY

11509 Old Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-576-2781, lakescapesnursery.com H Pottery; Christmas trees, wreaths and garland; gift certificates; open year-round

MONETA FARM & HOME CENTER ACE HARDWARE 11739 Moneta Road, Moneta 540-297-5558, monetafhc.com

H Hardware, paint, plumbing, electrical; lawn and garden; irrigation; fencing; pet, equine; pressure-treated lumber; dock and marine supplies; erosion control; culvert pipe; power equipment

P.A.C. INTERIORS

50 FirstWatch Drive, #103, Moneta, 540-7190001, pacinteriors.com H Interior design services, home interior products, including flooring, fabrics, lighting, furniture, outdoor items, wall coverings, fixtures

PRINT-N-PAPER

70 Scruggs Road, Suite 104, Moneta, 540-7197277, printnpaper.com H Office supplies, invitations, cards, business services and specialty printing

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BROOKS MILL WINERY

6221 Brooks Mill Road, Wirtz, 540-721-5215, brooksmillwine.com H Locally produced fruit wines; wine accessories, including cork cages, napkins and magnets; homemade wooden ornaments and trinket boxes

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QUEEN BEE CONSIGNMENTS 12126 Old Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-576-1568, on Facebook H A 9,000-square-foot home decor store offering upscale resale furniture and accessories. “It doesn’t have to ‘bee’ new to ‘bee’ awesome!”

12925 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Suite 104B, Hardy, 540-565-0288, csthreadz.com H Smith Mountain Lake’s only quilt store, selling fabric notions, long arm machine rentals, custom quilting, custom machine embroidery, classes and more

GIFTS AHOY

16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #15, Moneta, 540-721-5303, bridgewaterplaza.com

H Specializing in new, vintage and repurposed decor, furniture and gifts; consigned items

H Gifts ranging from jewelry, kids’ toys, home decor, Vera Bradley, Spartina 449, Tervis Tumblers, gourmet foods, personal care products from Thymes, Crabtree and Evelyn, and Naked Bee; a Simply Noelle boutique; Simply Southern and Lake Girl apparel; freshly made fudge

SML DISCOVERY SHOP

400 Scruggs Road, #500, Moneta, 540-721-0050, cancer.org H New items donated from the N.C. furniture markets and locally donated nearly new upscale home furnishings, furniture, art and collectibles, appliances, sporting goods, jewelry, books and music; sales benefit American Cancer Society

THE GILDED LION

7317 Old Franklin Tpke., Glade Hill, 540-5897662, on Facebook H Gifts and embellishments for home and garden

WILLOW TREE NURSERY INC.

300 Old Mountain Road, Penhook, 540-5763031, willowtreesml.com H Full-service garden center offering landscape design, annuals, perennials, herbs, shrubs and trees; garden items, including pottery, wind chimes, hayracks and hummingbird feeders

H Home decor, women’s boutique, seasonal gift items, popular brand items, jewelry, gourmet food samples, toys, games

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HICKORY HILL VINEYARDS AND WINERY

1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta, 540-296-1393, smlwine.com H Offering estate grown, award-winning wines and other gift items, including locally made, wine-themed craft items along with many wine and bar accessories

213 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-3009, on Facebook H Laser engraved gifts personalized while you wait, signature Virginia food items, gift baskets, SML nautical items, home decor, gifts for men, women and kids

VIRGINIA DARE CRUISES & MARINA

3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100, vadarecruises.com H Cruise gift certificates

VITAZEN

12787 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #103, Hardy, 540-721-9365, vitazen.net

H Virginia-made foods and products, toys, T-shirts, dairy items, meats, produce

H Health and nutrition products, including skin and hair care items, vitamins, minerals, herbs, nutritional oils, super juices, sports nutrition, cleansing, homeopathic remedies, weight management products, pet products, bath and body items, candles, organic coffee and tea; yoga studio and yoga gear

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HOMESTEAD CREAMERY

7254 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-7212045, on Facebook

3061 Hendricks Store Road, Moneta, 540-314-2696, ramuloseridgevineyards.com

84 Westlake Road, #117 Hardy, 540-721-6326, westlakecinema.com H Gift cards for first-run movies

SMITH MOUNTAIN FLOWERS

1100 Celebration Ave., Suite 214, Moneta, 540-2976524, smithmountainflowers.net

WHITE HOUSE CORNER STORE

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H SML souvenirs

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DIVA NAILS & SPA

14807 Moneta Road, Suite D, Moneta, 540-296-0889, on Facebook H Full-service nail salon, skin care

ERIC & CO. PREMIERE SALON

13351 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-7336 H Full-service hair care services; nail and skin care, gift certificates

ENVI SALON

204 South St., Bedford, 540-586-1983, on Facebook H Paul Mitchell Focus Salon in Bedford, focusing on creative hair care services, including color, cuts and facial waxing

FAMILY HAIR CARE

11545 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston, 540-297-5812 H Full-service hair care services; nail-spa services; waxing and tanning

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MERLE NORMAN STUDIO AT CARTER’S JEWELERS AND GIFTS 400 Old Franklin Tpke., #117, Rocky Mount 540-483-0779, on Facebook

H Merle Norman Studio offering free steaming facials by appointment and free makeovers

MIMI’S NAILS & SPA

13697 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540719-3239, on Facebook H Full-service nail salon, gift certificates

HAIR therapy by the lake 16483 Moneta Road, Unit F, Moneta, 540-855-4981, on Facebook

H Full-service hair salon featuring cuts, styles, color, highlights, updos, perms and facial waxing

MODERN NAILS AND SPA

400 Scruggs Road, #1300, Moneta, 540-719-1100, on Facebook H Full-service nail salon, gift certificates

OASIS SALON & SPA LAKE NAILS

84 Westlake Road, #106, Hardy, 540-597-8477 H Full-service nail salon

maven at the lake

84 Westlake Road, #112, Hardy, 540-719-4247 westlakesalonandspa.com H Full-service hair care services, massages, facials, full body waxing, gift certificates

445 Pell Ave., Rocky Mount, 540-482-0742, on Facebook H Full-service hair care services; nail care

111 N. Bridge St., Bedford, 540-586-8034, arthursjewelry.com H Full-service jeweler; engagement and wedding rings, diamond anniversary rings, watches, fashion jewelry, engraving, repairs

Westlake Commons, 13105 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-719-1124, taibellasalon.com H Full-service hair salon, massage therapy, facials, manicures, pedicures, acupuncture, gift certificates

TANTASTIC

1123 Celebration Ave., Moneta 540-297-8267, on Facebook H Gift certificates for tanning sessions

TRAVELING THERAPY

13455 Booker T. Washington Hwy., #107, Moneta, 540-492-0855, elizabethdoucette.massageplanet.com H Professional massage therapy, myofascial release, delivered to the comfort of your home or at a convenient Westlake office location

TRUE ORGANICS SPA

Serafina spa

130 Scruggs Road, Suite 104, Moneta, 540-7198783, trueorganicsspa.com

H Full-service spa offering all-natural facials, skincare, waxing, lash and brow enhancements, personally customized therapeutic massage and body treatments

Full-service organic day spa and store offering couples massage retreat, facials, ADA shower, spa therapy and body treatments, Vichy showers and salt booth; gift cards and custom baskets; handicapped-accessible

400 Scruggs Road, #150, Moneta, 540-874-4936, serafinadayspa.com

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CARTER’S FINE JEWELERS AND GIFTS

400 Old Franklin Tpke., #117, Rocky Mount, 540483-0779, on Facebook, cartersjewelers.com H Full-service jeweler; diamonds, gold, sterling, colored stones, full-service jewelry repair, giftware, clothing boutique

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HAYWOOD’S JEWELERS

Westlake: 13020 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-2210 Rocky Mount: 346 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-483-5191 haywoodsjewelers.com H Full-service jewelry store, offering everything from fine diamonds to fashion jewelry and custom design. Full range of jewelry items, gems, bridal sets, giftware, watches, clocks, Pandora and other select designers; on-site jewelry repair and

Pharmacy and

groceries ABC STORE

12990 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-1750 H Full-service liquor store

Beef jerky outlet

16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Suite 6, Moneta, 540-912-0224, beefjerkyoutlet. com/moneta H Family-owned franchise offering a variety of flavors of beef jerky and other proteins, as well as sauces, seasonings and dips

BENZER PHARMACY

4860 Rucker Road, Suite 1, Moneta 540-297-8640, benzerpharmacy.com H Full-service pharmacy, free delivery, free flavoring and compounding

CVS PHARMACY

12935 Booker T. Washington, Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-6169, cvs.com

GILLS CREEK LODGE AND MARINA 790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz 540-721-2451, on Facebook

Recreation and

H Full-service pharmacy, gift items

entertainment

DOLLAR GENERAL

BAY ROCK MARINA

H Boating toys, fishing gear and accessories, convenience items

SMITH MOUNTAIN WAKE COMPANY

16440 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540721-9253, smwake.com H Wake and waterskiing equipment, swimwear, resort apparel, accessories and paddleboards

Westlake: 90 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-352-3246 Scruggs: 2180 Bluewater Drive, Moneta, 540-912-4298 Eastlake: 14655 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-297-6143 Southlake: 12657 Old Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-346-4578, dollargeneral.com

8360 Hardy Road, Hardy, 540-890-2194, on Facebook

BAYSIDE MARINA & YACHT CLUB

SML MARINE ELECTRONICS & OUTDOOR SPECIALTIES

H Bargain retail chain offering household goods, groceries, beauty products, stocking stuffers and more

H Ships store, boat sales and service, boating accessories

H Electronics store, hunting and fishing, marine equipment

BRIDGEWATER MARINA & BOAT RENTALS

THE WESTLAKE

FOOD LION

H Boating accessories

500 Shoreline Circle, Moneta 540-721-3664, baysidemarinasml.com

5200 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz, 540-719-1549, on Facebook

360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Hardy, 540-721-4214, golfthewestlake.com

14807 Moneta Road, Moneta 540-297-0323, foodlion.com

16410 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1639, bwmarina.com

H Full-service grocery store, deli, bakery, beer/wine and pharmacy

H Lake-oriented sportswear, shoes and accessories; sun and boating accessories, souvenirs; snacks

H Golf clubs, balls, apparel, shoes and accessories; gift certificates available for merchandise, lessons, range and green fees

CRAZY HORSE MARINA

WEBSTER MARINE CENTER

H Ships store with souvenirs and boating accessories

H Boat and personal watercraft sales and service, boating accessories

KROGER

80 Westlake Road, Hardy 540-721-3102, kroger.com H Full-service grocery store, beer/ wine, pharmacy, deli, bakery and floral; gift cards

400 Crazy Horse Road, Moneta 540-719-0620, on Facebook

1185 Mills Road, Moneta 540-297-5228, webstermarine.com

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W H AT T O D O

In Nov. & Dec. November 4 |

Thursday

Shine Runners Pub Run: A 3- or 5 mile run/walk. Bring a light. Free. 6 p.m. Chaos Mountain Brewing. Shine Runners on Facebook The Steel Wheels: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $35 VIP general admission, $25 general admission, $172 reserved

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Saturday

24th annual Apple Valley 5K at Gross’ Orchard: 6817 Wheats Valley Road, Bedford. $25, includes t-shirt. 8 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. start. Theresa Boyes, e173boyes@aol.com or 540-529-0131.

Country Music Night at New London Ruritan: 12411 East Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike, Forest. 7 to 11 p.m. (also Nov. 13, 20 and 27) $10 adults, $5 children. Meals available for purchase. forestvanewlondonruritan.org

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Sunday

Robert Earl Keen: Live music from 18th annual Smith Mountain Lake Chili Festival: Bridgewater Plaza, Moneta. Chili tastings, craft vendors, shopping, live music. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (tastings from noon to 2 p.m.). $5 for ages 6 and older. visitsmithmountainlake.com

Virginia Dare Lighted Boat Parade: See boats decked out in

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Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $51.50 general admission, $64.50 gold section. harvester-music.com

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Tuesday

Bob James Quartet: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $42 general reserved, $62 VIP reserved, $302 VIP tables (for 4). harvester-music.com

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Disclaimer: The following events have been scheduled; however, it is best to confirm the date and time of these events with the specific venues before venturing out.

holiday lights as they travel from Virginia Dare Marina to Hales Ford Bridge and back. 6 to 9 p.m. Free. Virginia Dare Cruises and Marina on Facebook

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Thursday

Shine Runners Pub Run: A 3-mile run/walk on trails. Bring a light. Leaving from Hammer & Forge Brewing. Free. 6 p.m. Shine Runners on Facebook Martin Sexton: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $36.50 general reserved, $49.50 VIP reserved, $258 VIP tables (for 4). harvester-music.com

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Friday

Dark Desert Eagles: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $36 general admission, $56 VIP section. harvester-music.com

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Saturday

Stepping Stone Mission Fundraiser Dinner: Featuring a buffet dinner, an auction and entertainment by Larnell Starkey and the Spiritual Seven. Pigg River Community Center, 2410 S. Main St., Rocky Mount. $25 per person. 540482-0775, steppingstonemission.org

B R I D G E WAT E R P L A Z A

18th Annual SML Chili Festival Saturday, November 6: Bridgewater Plaza, Moneta. Chili tastings, craft vendors, shopping, live music. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Tastings from noon to 2 p.m.). $5 for ages 6 and older. visitsmithmountainlake.com

Blackhawk: Live music from

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Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $32 general reserved, $52 VIP reserved, $350 VIP tables (for 4). harvester-music.com

White House Road, Moneta. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $5 cover charge. The Dam Grill on Facebook

Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival:

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At Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $30, $15 for nontasters, free admission for children 6 and younger. poplarforest.org

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Tuesday

Storm Large: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $42 general admission, $62 gold section. harvester-music.com

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Thursday

Shine Runners Pub Run: A 3-mile trail run/walk. Bring a light. Free. 6 p.m. Brooks Mill Winery. Shine Runners on Facebook

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Friday

California Guitar Trio with Trace

Saturday

Live music at The Dam Grill: 6724

Black Jacket Symphony Dark Side of the Moon: Live music from

bedford

Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival Saturday, November 13: At Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $30, $15 for non-tasters, free admission for children 6 and younger. poplarforest.org

Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $49.50 general admission, $64.50 gold section. harvester-music.com

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Tuesday

Festival of Trees: at the Bedford Area Welcome Center. This year’s theme is “A Storybook Christmas” and features trees decorated by businesses and organizations with proceeds from votes ($1 each) going to charity. Continues during visitor center hours through Jan. 2, 2022. destinationbedfordva.com

Bundy: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $32 general reserved, $42 VIP reserved, $252 VIP tables (for 4). harvestermusic.com

Chris Thile: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $72 general reserved, $92 VIP reserved. harvester-music.com

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B R I D G E WAT E R P L A Z A

Santa Around Bridgewater Saturday, November 27: Santa arrives by boat at 1 p.m. to talk to children about their Christmas wishes and take photos. Bring a camera. Free

Saturday

Santa Around Bridgewater: This annual event at Bridgewater Marina and Boat Rentals features Santa arriving by boat at 1 p.m. to talk to children about their Christmas wishes and take photos. Bring a camera. Free “All Good Things” Christmas Market: Annual craft vendor event. Mayhew Farm, 2001 Kelso Mill Road, Bedford. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. destinationbedfordva.com

December 2 |

Thursday

Shine Runners Pub Run: A 3- or 5 mile run/walk. Bring a light. Free. 6 p.m. Chaos Mountain Brewing. Shine Runners on Facebook

Holiday Candlelight Tours at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest: Tours at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. $25 per person. Other dates are: Dec. 3, 4, 9, 10, 16 and 17. poplarforest.org

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Saturday

Bedford Christmas Parade.

Christmas in Sedalia: An annual

This year’s theme is “A Storybook Christmas” and begins at 11 a.m. in downtown Bedford. destinationbedfordva.com

event at Sedalia Center in Big Island that offers holiday shoppers an opportunity to browse handcrafted gifts. Noon to 4 p.m. sedaliacenter.org

Country Music Night at New London Ruritan, 12411 East

Live music at The Dam Grill: 6724

Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike, Forest. 7 to 11 p.m. (also Dec. 11) $10 adults, $5 children. Meals available for purchase. forestvanewlondonruritan.org

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Thursday

Shine Runners Pub Run: A 3-mile run/walk on trails. Bring a light. Leaving from Hammer & Forge Brewing. Free. 6 p.m. Shine Runners on Facebook

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Friday

American Aquarium with Tommy Prine: Live music from Harvester Performance Center. 8 p.m. $22 general admission standing, $32 VIP standing, $110 VIP pre-show meet and greet experience. harvestermusic.com

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White House Road, Moneta. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $5 cover charge. The Dam Grill on Facebook

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Thursday

Shine Runners Pub Run: A 3-mile trail run/walk. Bring a light. Free. 6 p.m. Brooks Mill Winery. Shine Runners on Facebook

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Christmas Light Show at Spring Valley Farm: Featuring wagon rides, Christmas lights, music and a live Nativity. 4 to 7 p.m. Spring Valley Farm and Cabins on Facebook

Plenty to Do: Find more events

in Laker Weekly and online at smithmountainlake.com

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Across

1 Leader who succeeded Muhammad 7 Tried to get home, say 11 Boiling state 14 Beliefs 18 Keys on a piano 19 100 cents 20 “I, Claudius” role 22 Texter’s “Then again ... “ 23 Govern in Austin? 25 Set of rules for a jury? 27 Sault __ Marie 28 Throttle 29 Pretentious 30 Anthem contraction 31 Group name derived from the Dutch for “farmer” 32 __ blanche 33 Like crazy 35 Graceful antelopes 38 Volume subtitled “100 Good Excuses”? 40 Car bar 41 Bodies usually bigger than bays 43 Mercury Theatre co-founder Welles 44 Farm units 45 Lawyer’s filing 46 “The Texan” star Calhoun 48 The Eagle, e.g. 51 Eric the Red’s son 52 Comedian Shecky 53 Currency exchange abbr. 54 Mozart’s “__ Kleine Nachtmusik” 55 17.2-million-square-mile area 57 __ metal: dark ‘80s-’90s music genre 59 Snakes’ weapons 60 Party garb for one going as a pollution inspector? 65 Historic period with a lot of risks? 68 Bob of “Fuller House” 69 Explode 71 Full of slime 72 Breezed through 73 Animation frame 74 Family reunion attendee 77 Botch 81 “__ so you!” 82 “No problem!” 83 Name of two presidents 84 Privilege 85 Broadcaster 88 A lot 89 State bordering Baja 90 Cube-shaped stones for a fireplace shelf? 94 Overly optimistic 95 “Chicago Med” pro 96 Location 97 Clamorous 98 Color TV pioneer 99 H.S. exam for college credit 101 Brownish gray 102 Cacophony 105 Wizard’s communications device? 107 Braided Greek cheese? 110 Biblical plot 111 Blood type, briefly 112 Lash mark 113 Shade 114 Fit together compactly 115 Classified ad abbr. 116 Comply with 117 Slow-moving mammals

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1 Bounders 2 Settled (on) 3 Euros replaced them 4 Coolers? 5 Winds also called ottavinos 6 Result of keeping a cap on too long 7 Goes after 8 Elegance 9 401(k) alternative 10 Big affairs 11 Out of gear 12 Entertain at bedtime, as a tot 13 “Sixteen Tons” singer whose nickname is his birth state 14 Games gp. 15 Waited, not always patiently 16 Roadster in the Henry Ford Museum 17 Crow with Grammys 21 Brit. lexicon 24 High spots 26 Metal-threaded fabrics 29 Golden Triangle country 31 Shameless 32 Eye-opening cupful 34 Spanish span 35 Emphatic type: Abbr. 36 They actually prefer fruit and grains to cheese 37 “Frasier” actress Gilpin 38 Kitchen counter staple 39 Cocktail order 41 Coll. senior’s test 42 One-eighty 45 Cookout choice 46 Babe with a bat 47 Dept. of Labor arm 49 Tech sch. alumnus 50 Big butte 52 Base figs.

54 Fast bucks 56 Barfly 58 Represented oneself to be 59 Casbah headgear 60 Morales of “NYPD Blue” 61 Agreement 62 Seemingly forever 63 Lyft rival 64 Paragon of stubbornness 66 Denials 67 Dairy grazer 70 Light fare 73 Street edging piece 75 Crash site? 76 Royal Navy initials 78 Pizzeria chain, familiarly 79 Motorist’s decision point 80 Donnybrook 82 Frites seasoning 84 Holiday guests, maybe 86 1995 court VIP 87 Go over 88 Cottontail’s tail 89 They usually don’t have laces 90 Mythical males with tails 91 Game keeper? 92 Homeowner, vis-ˆ-vis the bank 93 Cooperstown’s lake 94 Attack, as of an illness 97 Foul 100 Saigon soup 101 Word game piece 102 Bit of progress 103 Allergic reaction 104 Dundee disagreements 106 Tolkien creature 107 Wee hour 108 Information source, with “the” 109 __ Schwarz

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Arrington Construction

Atlantic Bay Mortgage

Bartlett Tree Experts

Bayside Marina & Yacht Club

Carilion Clinic

Construction Marketing

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J.M. Blair Co.

Jefferson Center

Smith Mountain Lake Dental

Southern Heritage Homes

TBS Construction Turner’s Building

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Craye, Margaret Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate

Horne, Jane Sullivan Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate

Johnson, Phyllis Re/Max Lakefront Realty

Lake Retreat Properties

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McDaniel, Glenda Long & Foster Realtors

McDonald, Mary Lou ML Realty Millehan, Vicki and Shelton, Debbie Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate

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Cathie Daniel 540.721.8659

29 Eric Fansler 540.871.8655

Jan McGraw 540.400.9882

Carolyn Pruett 540.493.1919

Michelle Turner 540.309.1265

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Carolyn Crabtree 540.520.2486

Van Casteel Daniel 540.493.8659

D11 Amelia Gerner 540.580.3510

Adam Lynch 540.420.8657

Tim Massey 540.420.6864

Dana Montgomery 540.314.1798

Xan Pilgrim 540.226.9504

Pete Roberts 540.525.4510

Debbie Shelton 540.797.3177

Jada Turner 540.263.0202

Jeannie Villwock 540.529.0212

Kimberly Willard Waters 540.798.3151

Parker Waters 540.400.2681

Tom Fansler 540.871.8355

Vicki Millehan 540.520.2401

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Sylvia McDowell-Kent 540.529.7631

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