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Contents |

10 The Main Channel

What’s hip at Lake Norman

16 Currency

Monthly Financial Feature – Bank lending in the modern market

18 Porthole

Pet Sounds Safari

21 The Captain’s Chair Bruce Forrest’s main objective is to help the furries

24 Rip Currents Shop dogs

42 The Galley

Lineberger’s is for meat lovers

44 The Yum Update The Egg at Davidson Café keeps it casual and tasty

45 The Monthly Dish Half-off wine specials

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46 Grapevine Complex Riesling

48 Home Port

Ray Welsh and Margaret Cremen kept their dogs in mind while designing their lakeside home

54 On Course

The Peninsula Club prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary

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61 Currently

Historic Latta Plantation gets spooky for Halloween

64 One More Thing Adele Goodman uses her artistic talent to help other creatures

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At The Helm |

The Power of Pets Furry friends take care of

The magazine by and for the people who call Lake Norman home

us more than we do them

ight years ago I spent $25 on something that changed my life. I bought a tabby kitten from a cat refuge. Growing up, I didn’t really have pets. Sure, I had Hermit and Kermit (two hermit crabs) and some gold fish. And then there was J.R., a stray dog who hung around our house for about three months when I was in fourth grade, but it wasn’t until I adopted Azalea that I realized the power of a pet. I had always wanted a dog or a cat, but the timing never seemed to work out. I was either in school or living in an apartment that didn’t allow pets. Finally, the stars aligned, and I was able to open my home to a furry friend. When I first saw Azalea, she was climbing the side of a cage while her sisters slept. Instantly, I knew she was the cat for me. Who wants to sleep when there’s a whole world to explore? As I held her in a box while my friend drove me home, I remember being terrified of the responsibility that was ahead of me. Would I be

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able to take care of this creature? Would we like the same kind of music? Turns out we are a perfect match, as we’re both independent, and we both love John Lennon. Azalea has a mind of her own, and I respect that. If she wants to be alone, she’ll retreat to one of her many hiding places for some “me time.” If she wants turkey, she’ll sit in front of the refrigerator batting her bright green eyes until you cave. And you will cave. But if you’re crying or sick, she’s right there with you, making sure you know that you’re not alone. Sometimes she’ll even muster a sympathetic “meow,” proving that she’s on your side. Azalea makes every day so much better when she jumps on my head to wake me in the morning or brushes my ankles as she walks by. During the past eight years, she’s taken care of me much more than I’ve taken care of her.

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Don Reid offers some tender loving care to residents of Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas in Huntersville.

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Over the past 25 years, Don and Lisa Reid and other volunteers at Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas have found homes for thousands of “Gentle Giants” and other dogs. It all began when the Reids saved a severely emaciated and dehydrated Great Dane from a roadside ditch. “Boozer was the first Great Dane we res10

cued,” Lisa says. But the dog, named for a radio host, was not the last, by far. They eventually bought over 28 acres on Mt. HollyHuntersville Road to house the dogs. They currently share the space with 130 dogs, of which 100 are available for adoption. On a recent afternoon, dogs greeted visitors with their barrel-chested barks. Tobie,

Ten-year-old Madison Hess volunteers at Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas with her family.

A resident dog takes a break from play time.

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La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs comes to town to see what the lake has to offer On October 18, Mooresville’s Soirée will act as host, creating a dinner event for members of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. Chaîne members from around the lake will be joined by members from the greater Charlotte area and from further away. La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs is an international gastronomic society headquartered in Paris with a history going back to the 13th century. What began as a guild for French goose roasters — hence the Rôtisseurs name — has evolved into a group that dedicates itself to promoting and enjoying the best cuisine, wine and fine dining. For years the Chaîne has held events at restaurants and resorts in Charlotte and throughout the Southeast. “It’s time for our lake area restaurants to put their stakes in the ground,” says Jack Sorcic, a Chaîne officer responsible for the organization’s wine events in the Southeast. “I’m anxious to show off what we can do here.” “We’re honored and excited to be involved,” says Jon Spencer, chef and owner of Soirée. “Honored to be associated with such

a prestigious group and excited, the whole Soirée team, to be able to stretch our culinary arts capabilities. And this gives us the opportunity to match our creations with some of the great wines from the Chaîne’s extensive cellar. This is going to be a blast” After a dry run in July, Sorcic and Spencer are fine tuning some of the dishes and the wine pairings that go with them. “I want to surprise our big city brethren with the quality of what we have available at the lake,” says Sorcic. “I guess what I really mean is that I want to blow them away.” It’s a nice to think of sophisticated gourmets in the City of Light reading the glowing report that Sorcic and Spencer expect to get after the Soirée dinner and rushing to their atlases muttering to themselves, “Where is this Mooresville? Isn’t that where people dine on barbecue?” Not by a long way, mon ami. — Trevor Burton

From left to right, Craig Reutlinger, Jack Sorcic, Sandra Miller and Jon Spencer.

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“If we’ve had a bad day, it’s a great place to come,” Madison says. “It gets your mood up. It’s fun. You get to see all the dogs, and you can tell you’re helping a dog’s life. They get more comfortable with you.” The family also currently fosters a Great Dane called Ozzie. Volunteers are essential, as are donations, Lisa says. The dogs’ weekly food bill is $450 — more than $23,000 a year — and the annual vet bills reach $40,000. “The numbers of dogs are up, and donations are down,” she says. “It’s the economy. There’s such a need, and rescue groups are trying so hard.” Great Dane Rescue also offers a spaying and neutering service, transporting dogs of all breeds to local vets. Great Dane Rescue is entering its busiest fund-raising period with plans for a yard sale and holiday gift-wrapping at Barnes & Noble at Birkdale Village and Borders Books and Music at Northlake Mall. The organization also plans a photo session for pets and people with Santa at Canine Café in Charlotte’s SouthEnd neighborhood and also at PetSmart at Northlake Mall on many Saturdays. — Lynn Roberson, photo by Glenn Roberson

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a 196-pound fawn-colored Great Dane, bumped guests gently with his volleyballsized head, while smaller breeds of dogs weaved between his paws with no fear. Madison Hess, 10, says she and her sisters, Courtney, 16, and Amanda, 14, and mom, Jill, and dad, Todd, have volunteered at the shelter for several months.

Fifi’s Fine Resale has expanded to offer an “Off the Runway” boutique area. Filled with designs by Tibi, Tori Burch and designer jeans, the 900-square-foot addition features gray walls and metal detailing, as it brings Fifi’s total square footage to 3,500. “One of the reasons I picked that [boutique] as my brand for that room when we were expanding is that they’re so many boutique brands out there now, and so many girls that were bringing in their Trina Turk and their Ella Moss,” says owner Julia Austin. “Those designers were getting lost in the Talbots and the Chico’s and the Banana’s [Banana Republic], so it helped us to

really zone in our shoppers that don’t like to have to look through all those things.” Fifi’s takes consignments Monday through Friday from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Only authentic designer merchandise is accepted. 8301 Magnolia Estates Drive, Cornelius, 704.892.7070, www.fifislkn.com.

Papaya has moved into a larger space beside its former location in Jetton Village. The spacious store offers a variety of baby shower and hostess gifts, as well as a fun selection of bags and monogrammed items. The store’s extensive invitation selection includes the Happily Ever After room, where brides can select the perfect invite for their big day. Jetton Village, Cornelius, 704.895.4454, www.papayapapers. com.

’Cats on Main has everything you need to show your Davidson College spirit. The 1,500-square-foot shop opened in August

‘Cats on Main has everything you need to show your spirit for the Wildcats.

in downtown Davidson and carries sweatshirts, blankets, coffee cups, baby cheerleading outfits and more, all touting Davidson’s logo. Anyone who tried to buy a T-shirt during the 2008 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament knows how challenging it can sometimes be to get to the college’s existing student store in the Alvarez College Union. While that store will remain open, ’Cats on Main makes it easier for visitors to stock up on Wildcats’ gear. 131 North Main Street, Davidson. — LKT

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Shop & Tell

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Fifi’s, Papaya and Lots of Wildcats

Local businesses and organizations are using social networking to drum up business Using social networking is much like talking with the neighbors over the fence for Cindy Rice, executive director of the Davidson Community Players — simply with more neighbors leaning over that fence to hear the latest tidbits. “We do so much of our communications today with computers and cell phones and technology, but we still really crave a human connection, and as a theater group, that’s one of the things that we give to people,” Rice says. “If connecting to people with social networking stimulates the desire to make that human connection, that works even more to our advantage.” Businesses, community groups and individuals in the Lake Norman area are increasingly using Internet-based social networking tools, such as Facebook, blogs and Twitter, to connect with friends and customers. For the Davidson Community Players, Facebook has proven the most useful. Facebook is a free social networking site that allows people to share photos, updates, videos and links. To drum up interest in its summer productions of West Side Story and Barefoot in

the Park, the community theater group used its Facebook site to post pictures, updates on tickets and attendees’ comments. “People feel as if we are a part of them and part of their lives,” Rice says. “Social networking for a community organization is really a great way to involve the people you want to feel a part of your organization.” For Glenn Roberson, a photographer with a Cornelius studio, Facebook has also been “huge” for growing awareness. “We use the blog, our Web site and our Facebook page for sharing

photos from the weddings we’ve shot and also portraits,” he says. “For a photographer, sites that let you share your images can be critical.” Including photographs on its Facebook page and its blogs has also been important for Maddi’s Gallery and Maddi’s Southern Bistro in Birkdale Village. Blogs are Web sites that include frequently updated commentary,

Giving back to others is one of the best things we can do to make our community stronger. Each month we highlight a volunteer opportunity in the area.

Friends of the Animals Pe t Food

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Animal hospitals and shelte rs in the area are experiencin g more animals being surrendered because of for their pet. Help out by do the owner’s inability to provide basic care nating dry cat and dog foo d to Friends of the Animals, a non-profit org anization, at the following locations from October 15-31. Animal Ho spital of Statesville, 181 Mo cksville Highway, Statesville; The Feed Bucke t, 15 Lakewood Veterinary Hospi 20 Salisbury Highway, Statesville; tal, 813 Williamson Road, Mo oresville; Petco, 611 River Highway, Mooresville; and Troutman Animal Hospital, 686 Murdock Road , Troutman. For more inform ation visit, www.friendsoftheanimals .net. 13

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photos and videos, often with a theme. “We sell such a special product,” says Diane Sulg, who owns Maddi’s with her husband Madis. “Telling the story is important.” Recently, the blog told the story of the artist Alexis Bittar and the Hermitage jewelry collection, inspired by Catherine the Great, 18th century Czarina of Russia. “It features marvelous Lucite pine cones and lots of shimmering crystals,” Sulg writes on the blog. “You can almost see the sleigh carrying the Czarina through the snowy night to a royal event at the Winter Palace.” The blog is chatty, filled with details of buying trips, visits to artists in the mountains of North Carolina and other nuggets of information about the origins of the pieces customers can purchase. Maddi’s also has a blog for its Maddi’s Southern Bistro, written by an assistant manager. The business sees its Facebook page, its blogs, its use of online advertising, its monthly emails to an extensive database and its Web site as important layers of its strategy to connect with customers near and far. “It is a natural progression,” says Sulg’s daughter, Michaella, who is part of the family business, along with her husband Jon Dalton. “Everything you do increases your Web traffic. These are fairly simple things, but all these things working together can grow your business.” — Lynn Roberson

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Mary Ann Herring operates Amanda Daniels Hair Studio from Sola Salon Studios in Cornelius.

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Currency | by Woody Washam

Bank lending in the Modern Market Loans are still being made despite the recession

uring the past several months there has been a lot of negative press about the current banking and lending environment. The recession has created distress and uncertainty in nearly every economic sector and region of the country, and consumer confidence has suffered greatly as a result. Not surprisingly, the general perception is that banks aren’t lending money these days. Fortunately, that’s just not the case.

Lower and slower lending

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While speculative loans remain a challenge for banks to entertain, consumer and commercial lending is happening all around us. It’s simply not happening as often as before, in large part because loan demand is down. People aren’t borrowing from banks as much for fear they won’t be able to repay their loan. Consider the following: The national savings rate has increased from 1 percent of annual salary to 7 percent. In other words, people who are fortunate to have jobs in this economy are holding on to more of their money. Consumer confidence has shown modest improvement, but is still near all-time lows. Consumer confidence helps drive bank lending. Individuals who have lost large percentages of their retirement and investment accounts are cautious against creating excessive debt. Also contributing to lower, slower lend16

ing are declining property values. Do you know what your home is worth in today’s environment? You might be sorely surprised to find out. Many factors have caused this devaluation, not the least of which are foreclosures. Additionally, property owners are receiving and accepting low-ball purchase offers, which cause comparable sales values to decline. Finally, Fannie Mae lending guidelines (which bank mortgage departments can’t control, but must follow) have progressively tightened over the past 18 months, making it more difficult to secure a bank loan. Fortunately, there are also some promising factors at work that suggest the economy is improving. Home sales under $150,000 have increased for the past three consecutive months. Government-sponsored incentive programs and bank stimulus packages are helping to encourage home and lot sales, including here in “The Lake” market. The Cash for Clunkers program has helped to revive the automobile industry, with manufacturers and dealers seeing improved sales volume for the first time in many months. Stock prices are rebounding somewhat and trade volume is on the rise.

Communication is key Whereas consumer confidence plays a central role in the economic recovery process, the question you have to ask yourself is this: Generally speaking, do people feel better than they did six months ago? If the answer is “yes,”, then relief is surely on the way.

In the meantime, how can your bank help you during these difficult economic times? Communication is key. Even if you have issues or challenges in meeting your loan obligations, talk with your banker. Surprises are not good for you or the bank, and timely communication can resolve most issues. Put your cards on the table. It enables your banker to see the “Big Picture,” and to search for potential solutions to your problem before it’s too late. Most banks, large and small, have created stimulus plans to assist their customers during the housing and construction markets’ crunch. That’s because the last thing a bank wants is to end a relationship badly. Everyone loses in that scenario. To conclude, yes — banks are lending money. The lending world of today is a bit more challenging, to be sure, but the biggest factor driving loan volume is you. Yes, you can get a bank loan, and yes, we can help — but it starts with a question. All you have to do is ask. LNC Woody Washam is Market President for CommunityOne Bank. He is a community leader having served as Chairman of both the Mooresville-South Iredell as well as the Lake Norman Chambers of Commerce.

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Pet Sounds Safari

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On September 11 and 12, David Marks of the Beach Boys, Dean Torrence of Jan & Dean, and Billy Hincshe of Dino, Desi & Billy came to Lake Norman to raise money for the Cornelius Animal Shelter. Fans enjoyed a live concert at Midtown Sundries in Cornelius and also enjoyed a records show and fan convention at Homewood Suites in Davidson.

Billy Hincshe of Dino, Desi & Billy gets the concert started.

From left, Larry Sprinkle, Dean Torrence, David Beard, Gary Griffin and Billy Hinsche on keyboard.

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Dean Torrence of Jan & Dean prepares to sing while Larry Sprinkle of WCNC claps in the background.

From left, Billy Hinsche and Philip Bardowell.

David Marks of the Beach Boys brings some Fun, Fun, Fun to the event.

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volunteer coordinator. Along with a growing team of volunteers, sponsors and donors, Forrest tirelessly serves the homeless cats and dogs of the community — a population he calls the furries. How did you get involved with the Cornelius Animal Shelter Alliance? I had retired, my wife had died of cancer and the kids were away — one going for his Ph.D. and one for his undergraduate diploma — and I was looking for something that would allow me to give back to the community. I responded to an

ad in the paper. It was great because it was physical, and there was something therapeutic about cleaning out litter boxes and walking dogs. What do you find so special about working with cats and dogs? Many of us have had good jobs and some have had great jobs, but can you honestly say that every morning when you show up, everybody is happy to see you? When you come to the shelter, there is nothing but wagging tails, arching backs and stretching legs. They are all thrilled to 21

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fter spending 37 years in the business world, the last few as a vice president in the telecommunications industry in Charlotte, Bruce Forrest began looking for a way to give back to the community.

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They hit it off great and tear around the house together. Fox is a 10 year old who tries to keep up with a kitten. It’s funny, I was raised in a small town in western New York, and we were a dog family so it seemed unusual to get a cat. I now tell people at the shelter that you don’t have dog people or cat people, you have animal people. So what is the real truth about cats and dogs? There are happy truths and difficult ones, too. The dog population stays relatively stable, and

Uniting animals with good owners is what the Cornelius Animal Shelter Alliance is all about.

the adoption rate is fairly consistent. However, the larger the animal or the older it is, the longer it takes to get adopted. Cats are a little more difficult to place, especially when the litters of cats and kittens come in each year. What are your primary responsibilities now that the new shelter is open? My goal is to get the right people in the right roles and let them run. I want to be a catalyst and a facilitator. I hope I can also be a sort of bridge between the town’s operating and political structures. In North Carolina, animal control is a function of the police department, so we want to build a workable environment with a strong alliance. What have the animals taught you? In the few years I have been here, I like to say I have seen about a thousand animals saved and one human. They have given back to me many times over what I have given to them. You know, while the donors and volunteers are so important to our mission, we are really here for the animals. The furries are our clients. Anybody with two feet isn’t a client. If you have four legs, fur and a tail, you qualify. And those are who we are here for every single day. LNC

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Free-lance writer Mike Savicki has lived and worked in the Lake Norman area for 15 years, frequently covering the racing scene. The Scoop To learn more about the Cornelius Animal Shelter Alliance, see some of the cats and dogs available for adoption, and read about ways to volunteer, visit www. corneliusanimalshelter.com.

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hop dogs — gotta love them, those tireless pets that go to the office with their owners day after day, never complaining about the long work week, and faithfully greeting customers until the day is done. We all have our favorites around town, but here are a few in the Lake Norman area that you definitely should stop by and meet. Don’t forget to bring a treat.

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Golden Retriever mix Progressive Pilates, Cornelius Oliver works with his owner, Julie Mills, most days at the Pilates studio (one day a week he goes to doggie day care). He likes to get up on the exercise equipment while clients are working out to make sure that they are not slacking off. Oliver loves other dogs, especially little ones, but is not so sure about rabbits, and keeps his yard bunny free. At home, when he needs to go relieve himself, he doesn’t bother a soul — he just waltzes over to the door, pulls on the lever and lets himself out.

Bogey loves to lie beneath the showroom window and sun himself. But wake him up, and he has quite a routine in store — he jumps through a hula hoop, rolls over, gives a high-five with his paw, and if you have enough crackers, he will even dance on two legs. Owner Shelly Little says, “He gets so excited when he knows we are going to the bank because he gets cookies.” Bogey loves everybody that comes into the showroom, but is not too fond of other dogs — with one exception. He has a Schnauzer girlfriend named Peanut.

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Freon showed up one day as a puppy, and is now 7 years old. His home is the office. He sleeps there overnight, greets the HVAC technicians as they come and go, and watches over his “moms” as they manage the office. Freon also gets involved in company meetings, as he will start barking during conversations in order to get a word in, making sure he’s not being ignored. Freon’s most favorite sound is that of the UPS truck, and he waits patiently by the door until the driver arrives with his treat. He also shows his appreciation to the ladies in the office by bringing them rabbits and other creatures that he’s caught in the yard.

Cooper is a rescued dog and is just over a year old. He is so well loved around the office, that certain clients will ask to be scheduled for a massage on days when Cooper is in. Cooper also has a mischievous side, as he will tap on closed doors with his paw to let those inside know he has arrived. When let in, he will usually curl up under the massage table, while the masseuse is hard at work. “He is well known by all of our clients,” says Cooper’s owner, Cindy Livingston.

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Moses rides to work in a red convertible, getting plenty of tonguehanging time along the way. Once at work, he likes to nose-paint on the glass doors, and later he makes his rounds to all of the trashcans to see what everyone had for lunch. Moses once worked a booth for rescued dogs at a street festival, where a kiss from him cost $1. He brought in $135 in 30 minutes. The Old English Sheepdog was saved from an abusive situation but now has grown fully accustomed to his new, plusher environment. “At home he lies on a red sofa, under the ceiling fan, feet up and head on the pillow,” says his owner, Susan Medlin. “I believe Moses thinks he found the promised land.”

Eight-year-old Gigi sports what is known as a “puppy cut” — a much shorter coat than a typical Maltese usually has. Gigi comes to work every day, and checks on customers as they come through the door. “She will run up there and bark, and then the next thing you know she will be licking their toes,” says Vickie Ketchie, Gigi’s owner. When it’s time to rest, doggie beds are not part of the equation — she hops right up on the plush showroom sofa and takes a nap.

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“Everybody loves Bella,” says owner Jerrilyn Connetti. “Vendors bring her cookies and gifts — she loves the UPS man and the Fed Ex man, and all of the customers spoil her.” Sixteen-month-old Bella is fully trained and will pose on command by sitting and raising her paw. And she is very adept at ball chasing. Her favorite snack is peanut butter, and she will glance at you lovingly at the mention of the word.

Max’s name is short for Maxwell’s Demon, an experiment related to the second law of thermodynamics, which infers that “chaos is always increasing,” says owner Drew Crawford. Max’ favorite treat is an ice cube — when he hears someone opening the gallery’s ice maker, he is on his feet in short order and on his way to get his share. He also has an impressive routine called “dead dog.” Say “bang,” and he lies on his back and plays dead. Yet, Max’s favorite “trick” of all is to just roll over and wait for a belly rub. Be sure to watch an interview featuring some of the area’s favorite shop dogs airing the week of September 28 on MI-Community Connection on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 5 p.m. on MI-Connection Channel 4. If you miss the interview, check it out at www.lknsavings.com after October 12..

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n a Friends episode, after the character Joey has downed an entire 19-pound turkey for Thanksgiving, he states that he has broken out into meat sweats.

You might find yourself claiming the same after a dinner at Lineberger’s Cattle Company. The first time my neighbors joined my husband and me for dinner at the Sherrills Ford steakhouse, the exclamation of meat sweats was about the only comment my neighbor could muster after he finished his rib eye. Several visits later, we still laugh about his reaction.

A carnivore’s dream The menu at family-owned Lineberger’s is a carnivore’s dream: slow-cooked prime rib, rib eye, filet mignon, New York strip and T-bone. The beef is flavorful, tender and chargrilled to perfection. “[People come] for the hand-cut, perfectly aged steaks, prime rib, fresh seafood and ribs,” says owner Ralph Starling. “We have been established since 1972 and have stayed true to being

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the best steakhouse in the Lake Norman area.” The food speaks for itself, and Starling brings his personal touch to the operation by being friendly and hospitable to all who come in — and he inspires his staff to do the same. “Dining experiences and customer service have become jaded,” Starling says. “We want to have every customer who comes through our doors to leave impressed by Lineberger’s and excited to come back. We truly appreciate every customer.”

bar serves mixed drinks, wines by the glass and bottle, and beer. Lineberger’s is a good place to go to for a celebration or special event, but it’s also a good place for an any-day treat. Recently, it was a birthday celebration that brought a group of us to the steakhouse. Shrimp Cocktail is always a crowd pleaser to begin a meal, but we opted to try the Fried Hot Pepper Rings. Served in a pepper-shaped plastic bowl, the rings of sliced banana peppers were crispy, spicy and served with a Cajun dipping sauce. As expected, our steaks, the Rio Grande and filet mignon, were exceptionally pleasing. The Rio Grande, a 16-ounce rib eye, was seasoned with Tex-Mex spices, while the 7-ounce filet mignon was flavorful on its own. For a side dish, we selected the tasty garlic mashed potatoes over a baked potato or sweet potato.

Dig In $4.99 for Fried Hot Pepper Rings appetizer to $24.99 for 16-ounce prime rib. Lineberger’s Cattle Company 6747 Highway 150 East Sherrills Ford 704.483.2276 www.linebergers.com Hours: Tue-Fri, 5-10 p.m.; Sat, 4-10 p.m. Free-lance writer Cathy Swiney, a Huntersville resident, has spent several years covering the restaurant scene in the Lake Norman area.

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A treat for any occasion The rustic dining room feels like a woodsman’s lodge thanks to wood accents, dim lighting from antler fixtures and wildlife décor. The large area is divided into table sections by wood beams that resemble open barn stalls. Several private dining rooms also are available for small and large gatherings. Near the center of the room is a 60-item salad bar, a trip to which comes with entrees. A spacious separate

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Aside from the regular menu, which also includes chicken, seafood and ribs, weekly specials offering prime rib, fresh seafood and seasonal entrees give customers other options. At the end of the aforementioned Friends episode, Monica brings in a pie for dessert. Joey is not about to forego a slice despite having eaten an entire turkey. Follow Joey’s lead and don’t let the meat sweats stop you from ordering a dessert, made in house. In the fall, Pumpkin Cheesecake is offered. Another tempting option is the Lake Norman Mudd Pie, made with an Oreo cookie crust, layers of fudge, vanilla and coffee ice cream, and Oreos topped with fresh whipped cream. LNC

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The Crowd: You’ll see everyone here from college students to families to mothers and daughters preparing for a day of shopping. The Wallet Factor: Omelettes range from $5.75 to $7.25, Egg-ceptional Sandwiches $3.25 to $5.25 and Famous Benedicts $7.50 to $8.95. Lunch menu offers sandwiches, hot hoagies and burgers from $5.15 to $7.45. The Cool Touch: Hanging on the wall there’s a retro picture of two women waterskiing, reminding you that Lake Norman is not far away. Why It’ll Work: It’s nice to have a leisurely brunch spot on the weekends that’s casual and doesn’t cost a fortune.

The Egg at Davidson Café keeps it casual and tasty The Food: Just as the name implies, eggs are a big player on the menu. You can choose from 10 kinds of omelets, ten kinds of omelets, including the Neptune (lightly sautéed crab meat, diced tomatoes and mixed cheeses) or the Mexican (tomatoes, onions, green peppers, green onions, salsa, mixed cheeses and sour cream). Perhaps, you’d be more interested in the Egg-ceptional Sandwiches selections, such as the Eggwich, a toasted fried egg sandwich, or the Stuffin Muffin, one egg on a Thomas’ English Muffin with grilled ham and melted cheese. The Crabmeat Benedict is also a tasty choice. The Scene: Diner-like with a touch of whimsy. The vibrant peach walls will wake you up if the coffee doesn’t.

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Omelets are the stars of the show at The Egg at Davidson Café.

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or most people, the thought of a Riesling wine brings to mind a German sweetness bomb that tires you out after a couple of sips. Some Rieslings can be sweet, but that’s not even half the story. First, Rieslings can be stunningly dry and second, they come from many more places than Germany. Their styles vary from region to region and country to country. And it’s a lot of fun comparing one against another.

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Riesling in its distinctive tall, flute bottle.

Some dry remarks Let’s stick with German wines for the moment. German wine laws and wine labels are way too complex to go into in this article. So, here are a couple of simple guidelines. Search for a Riesling that has the word, “kabinett” on the label. Kabinett signifies that the grapes weren’t overly ripe when they were harvested. This is, typically, a light-bodied wine that’s low in alcohol. Hint — that means it’s a great wine you can enjoy several glasses of in warm weather. Another signal is the word “trocken” on a label. Trocken is German for dry, and you’ll

be getting a wine that has been deliberately made in a dry style. German dry Rieslings are nicely crisp and acidic. They have terrific flavors of citrus fruits and green apples with maybe a little floral tinge in the background. Staying in Germany, there’s something to try as a treat when you’re up for a special occasion. It’s a wine made from Riesling grapes that have been allowed to dry out on the vine — long past their normal harvest time. These wines have deep, intense and concentrated flavors. They’re perfect with dessert or as an after-dinner quaff. To add to the fun, they’re called “trockenbeerenauslese” wines. Literally, that means dry berry selected harvest. Trockenbeerenauslese isn’t difficult to pronounce. It’s simply pronounced the way it’s written. So, you can have a blast ordering it at your wine merchant or simply dropping the name to your dinner guests. Instant wine credibility and a delicious wine to boot. The girl next door Move next door to the Alsace region of northeastern France and you’re in a completely different world. Same grape, vastly different experience. Riesling has to be the most complex of white wines — a thing of joy to me. Tasting all the layers of flavors in a German Riesling is like a conversation with an interesting character. Tasting all the layers of flavors in a Riesling from Alsace is more like a relationship with a consenting adult. Alsace wines have a deep, golden color.

They come in a distinctive, tall, slim bottle known as a flute. You can’t miss them. Enjoy. LNC Trevor Burton of Mooresville, a retired technology marketing consultant, now occupies himself in the field of wine and its enjoyment. Certified by the International Sommelier Guild, he is founder of SST Wine Experiences and, along with his wife, Mary Ellen, conducts wine education and tasting tours to wine regions throughout the world.

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American Riesling — A nice surprise A nice surprise is that you can find excellent Rieslings made here in the United States. Naturally, they hail from our chillier climes. The Finger Lakes region in upper New York State has been producing these wines for many years, and they’re good. A wine-nut friend of mine took a trip up to the region to wander around in his small sports car. After tasting some wines, he filled up every empty cavity of his vehicle with bottles and took a slow and careful journey home. Personally, I can’t get a better recommendation than that. I’ve been impressed by tastings of recent releases from Oregon. Oregon is better known for its Pinot Noirs, but the state is making quite a name for itself in the realm of white wine — Rieslings included. These wines are light in style, very similar to kabinett wines from Germany. They’re fresh, with lots of crisp fruit. They also bring along a minerality and steeliness. Like their German cousins, they tend to be low in alcohol, around 12 percent. I’m tempted to call this a good sipping wine, but that would be an injustice. Like all Rieslings, they’re extremely complex and interesting — a joy to drink. Riesling has been called the most noble of white grapes and with good reason. Winemakers practice almost zero manipulation as they make wine — no oak barrels, no funky yeast.

They try to express, as purely as possible in the wine, the natural character of the grape and what it pulls in from the soil. That’s what I like; wines that have an essence of where they came from. It’s refreshing to find a wine that articulates a “somewhere-ness” as opposed to wines that have an “anywhere-ness” — wines that have been dumbed down to some least common market denominator. Try a Riesling or two. They’re easy to spot.

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They’re almost like a who’s-who of wine flavors. They’re full of warm tropical fruits like mangoes and peaches. There are lots of mineral aspects like a stony gunflint flavor. They’re creamy and floral and have an oily feel to them with a funky aroma that’s known as “petrolly.” Gasoline with your wine sounds kind of nasty. But, try it. You’ll be seduced. Unlike most white wines, Alsace Riesling can age for a long time — up to 20 years or more. And, in aging, the wine improves terrifically, becoming graceful and honeyed. Look for a wine that’s got five or more years in the bottle under its belt. This stuff is gorgeous. It’s amazing to get such a deep, warm wine from grapes grown in a cold climate like Alsace. But, then again, that’s part of the joy of exploring wines.

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From left, Harley and Davidson enjoy their lakeside retreat.

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When Ray Welsh and Margaret Cremen designed their lakeside home, they kept the needs of their dogs in mind Ray Welsh and Margaret Cremen designed their home to be dog friendly.

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hen Ray Welsh and Margaret Cremen were designing their spacious lakeside home in Terrell, the couple included all the features you might expect: big windows for sweeping water views, an open and airy kitchen, and plenty of outdoor living space to take advantage of their pool. But just as important as all these amenities, if not more so, was that the house be able to accommodate a small but sturdy little fellow named Harley.

“Everything we did, we did with Harley in mind,” says Welsh, a realtor with Coldwell Banker United, Realtors in Mooresville. Harley is a Havanese, a dog breed known for its gentle and amiable disposition and the fact that it doesn’t shed. For the past eight years, Harley has been Welsh and Cremen’s constant companion, and to say the couple spoils him would be a big understatement. From the flooring and the furniture to the placement of doors and windows, nearly everything about the couple’s 5,400-squareRay Welsh and Margaret Cremen

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foot home, which was built in 2003, is dog friendly. Designed with a vision Cremen says it took them about 18 months to build the three-bedroom house, as both she and Welsh were very particular about its design, including the dog-friendly features. For example, the builder originally installed a beautiful $5,000 oak front door. But Cremen had it replaced with a smaller door with windows along the sides so Harley could see outside. According to Cremen, Harley instinctively knows when she’s on her way home and will sit attentively at the door peering into the front yard waiting for her to arrive. As soon as Harley sees her pull into the driveway, he runs to the garage to greet her. To maximize their lakefront views, the couple also installed glass doors leading

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from the foyer into the home office, which then transitions to sliding glass doors that open onto a spacious balcony. So from the moment you walk into the house, you’re greeted with a sweeping view of the lake.

The home’s gourmet kitchen, dining area and great room also take full advantage of its lakeside location. Open and airy, Continued on page 50

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the three living areas flow together, and feature big windows, including one made with mitered glass that spans a big corner in front of the dining table. And throughout the entire main floor, with the exception of the bedrooms, they had soft-finish hardwood floors installed, which are less likely to show scratches and scuff marks. The couple also outfitted the house predominantly with sturdy leather furniture, including the basement, which has a pool table, bar and big-screen TV. 50

More than just a pet Cremen, who’s also a broker with Coldwell Banker United, Realtors, explains that Harley is much more than just a pet, but a “savior” that helped her make it through a debilitating illness. She had been hinting around for a while that she wanted to get a Havanese puppy and would leave newspaper ads laying around for a reluctant Welsh to see. During this time she developed a condition known as vertebral artery dissection, which is a tear in the vertebral artery that causes severe neck pain.

As she was lying in bed recovering from her illness, Welsh walked in and told her that it was his mission in life to make her happy, and if that meant getting a dog, then that’s what was going to happen. He pulled out from his back pocket one of the newspaper ads Cremen had left for him to see, and within a week they had Harley. It was shortly after this that the couple moved from the Shavenders Bluff development to their new lakeside home, which is situated on a little over an acre just southwest of Queen’s Landing. Continued on page 53

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Cremen says that during her convalescence, Harley was always at her side, lying next to her on the bed and trailing her around the house. The two developed an almost telepathic bond. If she was in bed and needed Welsh, she would simply repeat his name to Harley, who would then track him down wherever he was in the house. “He’d just walk up and stare at me,” Welsh recalls. A little over a year ago there was another addition to the household with Harley’s daughter, Davidson, who is a Havachon, a hybrid between a Havanese and a Bichon. The two dogs have complete run of the house, including the master bathroom, where Cremen frequently bathes them in the Jacuzzi tub. And in the summer months they don matching life jackets and go for swims in the pool. Although Welsh has always had pets,

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he says he never let them climb on the bed or get on the furniture the way Harley and Davidson do and admits that at first he wasn’t crazy about the idea. “But once Harley came on board, I saw what he did for Margaret, I didn’t mind,” he says. “Both dogs are like a part of the family now, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.” LNC

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hen Cornelius Mayor Harold Little defied three million to one odds by making a hole-in-one during the first round of play at The Peninsula Club on October 31, 1990, golfers around Lake Norman tightened their spikes and picked up their golf bags. There 54

was a new course in town. And with it came a planned level of golf excellence and membership amenities new to the region. A new type of golf course In late 1989, following two years of planning, Crescent Resources unveiled plans to build The Peninsula, a 611-acre, $85-million golf community along Jetton Road. The plan included 566 single-family homes, an 18-hole

championship golf course, and a clubhouse and swimming pool for members and guests. At a time when most golf courses were being constructed on between 180 to 185 acres, The Peninsula was built on 234. The plan for the course centered on capturing the breathtaking views of Lake Norman. When course architect, Rees Jones, unveiled the plans he said, “Even when you are playing badly, you’ll be able to enjoy the visual experience.” His layout included 16 of 18 holes with a view of the water and six holes that play over

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Recreational development extended beyond golf to benefit the public. In March 1990, Crescent Resources donated $2.75 million to develop Jetton Road Park, a 106-acre park with sunning beaches, tennis courts and multi-use recreational trails. The Peninsula vision helped make Cornelius a recreational and tourist destination north of Charlotte. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for golfers to make their presence known as play began. Mayor Little

The Peninsula is a Rees Jones-designed course that opened for play in 1990. The course features Zoysia fairways, Bermuda rough and bentgrass greens.

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official round. Jones witnessed the shot and said it was the first time he had ever seen someone make a hole-in-one on a course he designed. The course opened for member play the next day. The Peninsula was the first “full equity” club in the Charlotte area, which meant that members could sell their memberships back to the club. Groundbreaking for the 35,000-square-foot main clubhouse began on November 30, 1990. Jones’ creativity is evident throughout the course, especially on the par three, seventh hole. With 15 different tee options, a green on a natural peninsula and the remaining side protected by bunkers, the seventh is The Peninsula Club’s most recognizable hole. The effect of the wind coming off the lake makes it a challenge to play. All the fairways are sodded, and the course is carpeted in Zoysia fairways, Bermuda rough and bentgrass greens. “I would say the Zoysia fairways give you one of the best lies for a golf course you’ll find anywhere.” says John Fer-

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guson, director of golf at The Peninsula Club. “The ball sits up like a carpet.” Ferguson also says members praise the course for its subtle challenges and complexities. “Thirteen through 16 are a great stretch of four golf holes that demand total concentration,” he adds. “And with nine rotating pin placements, the course changes on a daily basis. There are a few holes where you can literally miss the cup and roll the ball into the water.”

The Peninsula Club is a par 72 championship course that plays 7,064 yards from the men’s professional tees and 5,362 for the ladies. Men’s Course Rating and Slope Gold Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.2/133 Blue Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72.7/130 Black Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71.0/126 White Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68.5/121 Women’s Course rating and Slope Red Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71.4/127 Red/White Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . 73.1/131 Teal Tees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69.0/122

Geared up for the future As seasonal play shifts from summer to fall, Ferguson and his team alter the course conditions. “To prepare the course for the dormant winter, we let the rough grow up a bit which adds a bit of difficulty. It’s harder to get the maximum distance from your club when you find yourself

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Since the first tournament for members was held on November 30, 1990, The Peninsula Club has hosted a variety of tournaments, including local, regional and international events. On October 1 - 3, The Peninsula Club hosts The Peninsula Club Men’s Member Guest, one of the premiere events for men each year. While the springtime ladies event is regarded as one of the best in the country, the men’s event is gaining ground. On Thursday, 108 players compete. On Friday, there are three different nine-hole matches, as well as two, nine-hole matches on Saturday. An elimination shootout then determines the winners. Three years ago, at the suggestion of a member, John Ferguson, director of golf at The extensive bunker renovation in 2007 and strategically added several new tee boxes to give the course extra length from the tournament tees. He is keenly aware of Jones’ vision. “We are always trying to improve the course and our facilities to keep our members happy,” says Ferguson. “That has always been a part of our plan.” LNC

Peninsula Club, altered the format of the tournament from the more traditional one-point matches to three-point matches, where the low players in each group play for a point, the highest play for a point and the groups play a best ball for a third point. The tournament now attracts some of the top amateur golfers in Charlotte, as well as those who simply want to enjoy the course. “Every course has its own style and format and we have found that this really works out well and keeps things fair. We host golfers with handicaps from plus ones to 30 and when it comes to the final day, you aren’t out of it. Even in the final match, everyone still pretty much has a chance,” says Ferguson. — Mike Savicki Mike Savicki grew up swinging golf clubs as a junior golfer at Cape Cod, Massachusetts and developed a lifelong love of the game and its traditions. When he relocated to Lake Norman 15 years ago, he discovered a host of beautiful and challenging courses and now enjoys sharing his love of the game with golfers of all handicaps.

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Boo! Latta Plantation gets spooky for Halloween

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The Scoop Ghost Tales in the Dark is scheduled for October 16-17, 23-24 at 7, 8 and 9 p.m. Reservations are required, $12 per person. Ghost Hunt takes place October 30-31 from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Participants are welcome to bring digital cameras and digital voice recorders. Reservations are required, as this is limited to a small group of participants, $60 per person. Call 704.875.2312, ext. 301 to register. 61

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If you’re up for being spooked this Halloween, you might want to venture over to Historic Latta Plantation. This year the Huntersville historic site hosts Ghost Tales in the Dark and a high-tech Ghost Hunt. “We started Ghost Tales last year,” says Kristin Toler, executive director of Historic Latta Plantation. “We’ve had so many staff and volunteers with stories. We had so many good stories we wanted to use them for something, so we put them all together for a special tour.” During Ghost Tales, guests tour the plantation by candlelight and listen to haunting

Toler. “They talk about what they think is going on at Latta, and then they play EVPs from previous hunts at the site.” EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomena) are digital voice recorders that can pick up sounds that humans normally can’t hear. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be the first person to spot The Great Pumpkin. — LKT

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A month of things to do in the Lake Norman area

 Concerts

Iredell Concert Association (October 3) Tenor Daniel Rodriguez, the former New York City police officer who sang at the September 11 memorials, performs. 7:30 p.m. $20, $40 season membership, all fire and police personnel and families admitted free of charge. Statesville High School, Mac Gray Auditorium, Statesville, 704.876.1004, www. iredellconcerts.com. Mooresville Concerts (October 10) Big Ron Hunter and his Band performs. Big Rob is known as a Carolina bluesman. 7:30 p.m. $10, $5 students, children under 10 free, season passes $45. Charles Mack Citizen Center, downtown Mooresville, 704.662.3334, www.downtownmooresville.com. 2009 Fun at Five Concert Series (October 15) The Craig Woolard Band performs. 5 p.m. Free. Sponsored by the Mooresville Recreation Department. Mooresville Town Square, 279 Williamson Road, Mooresville, 704.663.7026, www.mooresvillerecreation.org. Cornelius Concert Series (October 25) The Preacher and the Bear highlight the mores and concerns of a society entering a new century by the Tin-Pan Alley composers and their song pluggers. 6 p.m. Free. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (sanctuary), 19600 Zion Street, Cornelius, 704.892.8566, www.mtzion.net.

 Events

Main & Maxwell Mini-Park and Farmer’s Market (every Tuesday and Saturday) Head to downtown Huntersville for fresh produce. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 103 Maxwell Street, www.huntersville.org, 704.766.2220. Meeting Street Market (every Tuesday) Enjoy fresh produce at the farmer’s market at Morrison Plantation. 5 p.m. until dark. Free. Morrison Plantation, Mooresville (in the parking lot behind the live/work townhomes near Bruster’s), www. meetingstreetmarket.com. Car Show— Morrison Plantation Shopping Center (every Wednesday) Come check out the coolest cars around every Wednesday evening at Bruster’s at Morrison Plantation Shopping Center. 6 p.m. to dusk. Morrison Plantation, Mooresville, www.brusters.com. Rotary Farmer’s Market (every Wednesday and Saturday) The streets of downtown Mooresville fill with produce at this market. 7-11 a.m. Free. Church Street and Center Avenue, downtown Mooresville, 704.664.5031. Lake Norman Currents | October 2009

Davidson Farmer’s Market (every Saturday) Stock up on local food and produce as you socialize with your neighbors. 8 a.m.-noon. Free. Next to Davidson Town Hall between Main and Jackson Streets, www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org. Lincoln County Farmer’s Market (every Saturday) Local produce at its best. 8 a.m. until sell out. Free. Rock Springs Elementary School, 3633 Hwy. 16 North, Denver, 704.736.8452, http://lincoln.ces. ncsu.edu/content/LincolnCountyFarmersMarket.

Cruisin’ Catawba Avenue Grand Re-Opening (October 2) Celebrate the recently completed construction on Catawba Avenue with businesses that reside on the thoroughfare. Free breakfast and coffee as well as entertainment throughout the day. Sponsored by the Lake Norman Chamber. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, www.lakenormanchamber.org. UMW Book Sale (October 2-4, 9-11) The United Methodist Women of Davidson United Methodist Church sponsor a book sale with all proceeds going to missions. Fri 3-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dale House (next to the church), Davidson United Methodist Church, Davidson, www.davidsonumc.org. The 9th Annual All American Dog Show (October 3) Dogs of all kinds compete for prizes, such as Best Dressed and Most “Ear-Resistable Ears.” Children’s activities and vendor booths are also featured. Sponsored by the Cornelius PARC Department. 5-8 p.m. Pre-registration for contest $5, registration day of show $8. Bailey Road Park, 11536 Bailey Road, Cornelius, 704.892.6031, ext. 160, www.corneliuspr.org. Downtown Mooresville Cruise In (October 3) Attracting as many as 600 classic vehicles on the first Saturday of every month, the Downtown Mooresville Cruise In takes you back in time — in a good way. 3-8 p.m. Free. Downtown Mooresville, 704.224.4117, www.mooresvillecruisein.com. Folk Art Festival at the Lake (October 3) Folk artists from across the Southeast exhibit their work. Also enjoy food and live bluegrass music. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 4689 Giles Avenue, Sherrill Ford, http://www.hickorymuseumofart.org/festival.php. Mooresville’s Great Chili Cook-Off (October 3) Children’s events, music, carriage rides and vendor booths add to this delicious experience. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Mooresville and the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., chili contest 2 p.m. $8, children under 10 free. Mooresville Town Square, 279 Williamson Road, Mooresville. Tickets available at MSI Chamber Office, 149 E. Iredell Ave., Mooresville, 704.664.3898. Ride for Hope and Housing (October 3) Choose from four bike routes (5K Family Fun Ride, 25K, 50K and 100K) to support fair housing efforts in Davidson. Register at www.active.com or day of race starting at 7:30 a.m. $25 for 25K, 50K and 100K; $5 for 5K Family Fun Ride. Davidson United Methodist Church, Davidson. The World at Night Photography Exhibit (October 3-18) The World at Night (TWAN) is a worldwide exhibition of photographs featuring international landmarks set against celestial backgrounds. Free. Birkdale Village, Huntersville. The Children’s Schoolhouse Carnival (October 4) Enjoy this annual fall carnival that attracts approximately 2,000 people from the community. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Village Green, Davidson. On the Corner of Art and Main (October 9) Downtown Mooresville shows its artistic side with its monthly ArtWalk. 6-9 p.m. Free. Downtown Mooresville, 704.664.2414, www.artworksonmain. com.

The Annual Carolina Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace (October 10-November 22) Twenty-six acres filled with 10 stages, a tournament arena, an open-air market and tons of games take you back to the time of the Renaissance. Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $19, $17 seniors 60 and over, $8 children 5-12, under 5 free. 16445 Poplar Tent Road, Huntersville, www.royalfaires. com, 704.896.5544. Folklife Festival and Craft Show (October 10-11) Shop with local artists and craftsmen, listen to live music, enjoy a hot meal from a food vendor, participate in children’s activities and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with regular admission. Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, 704.875.2312, ext. 301, www.lattaplantation.org. PhotoWILD! (October 10-11) Grab your camera and photograph the birds at Carolina Raptor Center via a two-day pass. 8 a.m.-Noon, 7:30 a.m. early bird breakfast. Price TBA. Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, 704.875.6521, ext. 207, www.carolinaraptorcenter.org. Blessing of the Animals (October 11) Bring your pets to Davidson College Presbyterian Church to be blessed. Also bring chairs for seating. Rain date is October 18. 4-5 p.m. Free. Davidson College Presbyterian Church, www.dcpc.org. Ghost Tales in the Dark (October 16-17, 23-24) Tour Historic Latta Plantation by candlelight as you listen to ghost stories about the site. 7 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m. $12, reservations required. Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, 704.875.2312, ext. 301, www.lattaplantation.org. North Mecklenburg Women’s Club Fashion Show (October 22) See the latest looks in fashion, as the proceeds provide four scholarships to women who have to go back to the workplace and need a college education or technical training. 6 p.m. $40. River Run Country Club, Davidson, for tickets e-mail nmwclub@gmail.com, no tickets will be sold at the door. An Evening with Elizabeth Gilbert and Catherine Gilbert Murdock (October 26) Sisters and authors, Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat, Pray, Love) and Catherine Gilbert Murdock (Princess Ben), share their stories. 8 p.m. Free. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, www.davidson.edu. Ghost Hunt (October 30-31) Join the North American Paranormal Society for a scientific Ghost Hunt. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $60, reservations required. Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, 704.875.2312, ext. 301, www.lattaplantation.org. Halloween Hoot-n-Howl! (October 31) Participate in costume contests, paint pumpkins, see live raptor presentations and learn everyday magic in the Potions 101 class. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free with admission. Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, 704.875.6521, ext. 207, www. carolinaraptorcenter.org. Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze (Through November 1) Find your way through the Amazing Maize Maze at Rural Hill. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Flashlight maze October 9, 23, 30, 7-8 p.m. Bring your own flashlight. $15, $10 children ages 5-12, 4 and under free, 704.875.3113, www.ruralhill.net.

 Galleries

Artworks on Main The work of multi-media artist Tina Alberni. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 165 North Main Street, Mooresville, 704.664.2414, www.artworksonmain.com. Christa Faut Gallery Fifty Words or Less features the oil paintings of Linda McCane. October 6 – November 14, opening reception October 10, 4-6 p.m. Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or by appointment. Jetton Village, 19818 North Cove Road, Suite E3, Cornelius, 704.892-5312, wwwchristafautgallery.com. The Community Arts Project The work of Manny Rashet. Through October 30. Mon-Thu 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri and Sat by appointment. The Cornelius Arts Center, 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, 704.892.7323, www.creativeartexchange.org. Depot Fine Arts Gallery 27th Annual Artoberfest 2009. October 1-29. Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun 1-4 p.m. 103 W. Center Avenue, Mooresville, 704.663.6661, www.mooresvilleartistguild.com. Four Corners Framing and Gallery Monthly exhibitions. Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 112 S. Main Street, Mooresville, 704.662.7154, wwwfcfgframing.com. Lake Norman Art League Gallery More than 50 works from Lake Norman artists are on display. Through October 10. Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-7 p.m. 442 South Main Street, Davidson, www.lknart.org. Landmark Galleries The work of watercolorist ‘Cotton’ Ketchie. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 212 North Main

Merrill-Jennings Galleries Monthly exhibitions. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 463 S. Main Street, Davidson, 704.895.1213, www.merrilljennings.com. So Alive Gallery Works in all mediums by local artists. Tue-Fri 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun noon-2 p.m. 108 S. Main Street, Davidson, 704.892.0044. Tropical Connections View the works of Floridian artists as well as Canadian artist Nicolin & Gublin, Charleston artist Steven Jordan and local photographers, D.L. Cohen and Verna Love. Highlighted this month is The Great Blue Heron by watercolor artist James Harris. Mon 10 a.m.-noon, Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or by appointment. 230 N. Main Street, Mooresville, 704.664.0236. Van Every/Smith Galleries, Katherine and Tom Belk Visual Arts Center 2009 Faculty Exhibition features work by Herb Jackson, Cort Savage and Rebekah Tolley. Through October 7. Cristina Toro: New Paintings features the tender, bright, riotous canvases of this Puerto Rican native. Through October 7. MonFri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat-Sun noon-4 p.m. Davidson College, 315 N. Main Street, Davidson, 704.894.2519, www.davidson.edu/art/galleries.

 Sports

Davidson College Football Come pull for the Wildcats as they throw the pigskin. Morehead State (October 10, 1 p.m.), Drake (October 24, 1 p.m.). www.davidsonwildcats.com.

Davidson College Men’s Soccer Davidson College’s men’s soccer team has a rich tradition of excellence that should continue this year as the team has nine returning starters. Duke (October 6), Appalachian State (October 14, 7 p.m.), Furman (October 17, 7 p.m.), Wofford (October 24, 7 p.m.). www.davidsonwildcats.com.

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Davidson College Women’s Soccer Davidson’s women’s soccer team looks to win a fourth Southern Conference Title this year. UNC Greensboro (October 2, 7 p.m.), Elon (October 4, 2 p.m.), College of Charleston (October 8, 7 p.m.), Wofford (October 16, 7 p.m.), Furman (October 18, 2 p.m.), Georgia Southern (October 31, 5 p.m.), www. davidsonwildcats.com.

 Teens

Rock Band Wednesdays at Ben & Jerry’s (Wednesdays and Fridays) Whether or not you play an instrument, you can try your hand at being in a rock band by playing guitar, drums or even singing. Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., Friday 3-6 p.m. Free. Ben & Jerry’s, 202 S. Main Street, Davidson, 704.892.0604.

 Theatre

Almost Maine (October 8-11, 15-18, 22-25) Davidson Community Players presents a romantic comedy where couples fall in and out of love in hilarious ways. Thu-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $17, students and seniors 65 and above $15. Armour Street Theatre, 307 Armour Street, Davidson, 704.892.7918, www.davidsoncommunityplayers.org.

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Adele Goodman uses her artistic talent to help other creatures

Adele Goodman draws from her studio located on her family’s farm.

Her portrait of 2006 Kentucky Derby champion, Barbaro, raised $5,000 for the Horse Protection Society of North Carolina, an organization dedicated to providing sanctuary to unwanted and abused horses. The painting was sold at the society’s Mane Event auction, held at The Speedway Club at Lowe’s Motor Speedway last May. Art donations from Goodman have also benefited SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) of Iredell County. In the future, she plans to give to Motor Racing Outreach and Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary of Rowan County. She also wants to provide more art for the Horse Protection Society. Goodman has been interested in drawing since she was a 4 year old and became adept working with pastels, a medium that she focuses on to this day. She earned a minor in fine arts from East Carolina University, and went on to study oil painting with well-known equine artist John Fawcett in Fredericksburg, Texas. Goodman draws inspiration from her surroundings, as she grew up on a farm in Rowan County that has been owned by her family for generations. She still lives there today. Surrounded by 180 degrees of blue sky converging with countless acres of crop land, horses grazing amongst the fields and dogs roaming free, inspiration is easy to come by. She recently built a solar-powered, cottage-style studio right in the middle of it all. “I live simply,” says Goodman, a dedicated conservationist. “And I am happier than anybody that I know.” LNC The Scoop To view her talent in person, Adele Goodman has some upcoming gallery exhibitions, including a solo artist show at Lake Country Gallery in Mooresville on October 23 from 6-9 p.m., and a show with other artists at Waterworks Visual Arts Center in Salisbury from November 15 through February 13.

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