2016 Sandhills Guide

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Contents EXPLORE

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 County Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Getting Here. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Our Towns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Military. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Gardening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Pottery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Volunteers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Golf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Parks and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Horse Country. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Area Attractions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Entertainment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Art Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Clubs and Organizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

AND WHAT’S MORE

Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Retirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Farm Fresh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Libraries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Just for Parents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Religion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Support Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Need to Know. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

A Guide to

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Our Towns

While it’s great to leave and see the world, realize we have so much right here at home to explore. Take advantage of it while you can.

Open your eyes to this place, and never assume you’ve seen it all.

Meet someone new, and you will soon realize you have not.

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Area Attractions

Whether you want to enjoy a glimpse into the past, fancy a hike around a lovely reservoir park, or want to play a round of golf on courses where legends have teed it up, Moore County has plenty to offer fun seekers of all ages.

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e created the Sandhills Guide 15 years ago in an effort to bring you all the information you would need to enjoy life here in our community and to celebrate life here in our Eden in the Pines.

Perhaps you were lucky enough to be born in this special place. Or maybe you were smart enough to move here.

Either way, your hardworking crew at The Pilot wants to provide you with all the information you need to make your life here as fulfilling as possible.

We often receive telephone calls from folks asking every conceivable question about life here in Moore County. We happily answer as many of them as we can. If we can’t, we track down the answer for you. That’s because we consider ourselves the most reliable source of information about this community that we all are so fortunate to call home.

We’ve been doing just that for the last 96 years.

You now hold in your hands the fruits of our effort to compile all those bits and pieces into one handy reference book, a veritable compendium of local facts and lore that you can use all year long. Whether you want to know where to deposit items for recycling or which of our more than three dozen golf courses to play, you will find the answers within these pages. If you don’t, give us a call and we’ll find out for you — and include the answer in next year’s edition.

As always, thank you for choosing us as your information source.

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Moore

County

HWY 22

HWY 705

HIGH FALLS ROBBINS

NORTH CAROLINA

HWY 24/27

15 501

Peach Country CARTHAGE

FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital Gilliam-McConnell Air Field

HWY 24/27 HWY 211

Bryant House & McClendon Cabin

EAGLE SPRINGS HWY 211

Moore County Courthouse

SEVEN LAKES

15 501 HWY 73

Moore County Airport

WHISPERING PINES

HWY 22

VASS LAKEVIEW WOODLAKE

WEST END

Sandhills Community College

HWY 73

Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities

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TAYLORTOWN

JACKSON SPRINGS

Pinehurst Resort

CAMERON

FOXFIRE

LOBELIA

SOUTHERN PINES

PINEHURST

Malcolm Blue Farm ABERDEEN

Prancing Horse Antiques

PINEBLUFF

House in The Horseshoe

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Pottery Country

FORT BRAGG HWY 211

15 501

Senior Center

By the numbers: 706.04 LAND AREA (square miles)

93,078 128 ESTIMATED POPULATION (2014)

$49,544 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME (2013)

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RANKING OUT OF 100 COUNTIES BY POPULATION

WHITE 82.8% BLACK 13.0%

PERSONS PER SQUARE MILE (2012)

13% 45

PERSONS BELOW THE POVERTY LINE (2013)

MEDIAN AGE

HISPANIC OR LATINO 6.3%

RACIAL BREAKDOWN (2014)

ASIAN 1.2% AMERICAN INDIAN 1.0% OTHER 1.9%

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Getting here

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olf carts are suitable transport only for those who have already reached the golf course; to get there, one must find another means of transportation. Luckily, there are several methods to get in and out of Moore County, including planes, trains and automobiles.

Planes Moore County sports two airports. The Moore County Airport is located at 7825 Aviation Drive in Carthage, five miles northeast of Pinehurst and three miles north of Southern Pines. Hours of operation are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The GilliamMcConnell Air Field is located on 194 Gilliam-McConnell Road in Carthage.

The Moore County Airport began as the Knollwood Airport, a dirt runway built by the Tufts family in 1929. Moore County bought the airport in 1935, and renamed it several times before settling on “The Moore County Airport” in 1980.

Today, the airport sports two helicopters and 65 fixed-wing aircraft, including seven multi-engine planes and two jets. Its staff consists of highly qualified mechanics capable of performing maintenance and repairs on aircraft.

The Gilliam-McConnell Air Field, built by S. Roland Gilliam, was completed in 1994. Gilliam named it after himself and after James McConnell, a pilot from Carthage who served in World War I and helped form the Lafayette Escadrille.

The Air Field offers aircraft maintenance services. It does not currently provide scheduled air service, though it does offer rides in aircraft to children.

Moore County is also within 100 miles of other area airports, including the Fayetteville Regional Airport, the Piedmont Triad International Airport, RaleighDurham International Airport, and Charlotte/Douglass International Airport.

Trains Moore County is home to the historic Aberdeen & Rockfish Railroad. Built in 1892 to serve the area’s turpentine and logging industries, it expanded throughout rural North Carolina, reaching Fayetteville in 1912. Despite mismanagement during World War I, the Great Depression and increasing competition from automotive transport, Aberdeen & Rockfish survived the 20th century and remains active today.

Other major railways in the county include the Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railroad and CSX Transportation.

Amtrak provides passenger service daily to and from the area with an unstaffed

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station at the Southern Pines Depot on Broad Street. For reservations, tickets or schedule information, call Amtrak at (800) 872-7245 or visit www.amtrak.com. A schedule is also posted at the depot.

Automobiles Moore County enjoys easy access from Interstates 95, 85, 40 and 73/74, and direct access to U.S. 1, U.S. 15-501, N.C. 2, N.C. 5 and N.C. 211. Portions of N.C. 211 were recently widened to accommodate more traffic.

For those unwilling to brave the roads on their own, Moore County Transportation Services offers transport Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. To make a reservation, call (910) 947-3389.

In addition, there are many private transportation services, including Pinehurst Taxi and Transport, “Safe Way” Transport Service and Tommy’s Taxi.

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Aberdeen Population: 7,168 Mayor: Robert A. Farrell Town Manager: Bill Zell Phone number: (910) 944-1115 Address: 115 N. Poplar St., 28315 Website: www.townofaberdeen.net Incorporated: 1893

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Aberdeen, unlike newer neighboring resort towns, was a flourishing community as early as the 1760s.

Located near the intersection of important regional roads, the town became the access point to two major railroads. Originally, Aberdeen was named Bethesda, then Blue’s Crossing and, finally, Aberdeen for the city in Scotland. Lumber, turpentine, industry and commerce were economic mainstays. Today, the Aberdeen Historic District includes 88 acres and more than 100 buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Antiques and collectible shops as well as Union Station are located there.

Skirting the historic area is a thriving commercial strip that stretches along U.S. 1 into Southern Pines.

Photo by Cassie Butler

Cameron Population: 292 Mayor: Michael W. Thomason Town Clerk: Carol Lucas Phone: (910) 245-3212 Address: 247 Carter St., 28326 Incorporated: 1876 The town of Cameron, which was incorporated in 1876, quickly grew into a shipping point for area farmers because of the railroad.

The rails linked the famous carriage factory in Carthage to the main railroad tracks in Cameron.

In the 1920s, Cameron became widely known as the “Dewberry Capital of the World.” The dewberry is described as a milder version of the blackberry with a superior flavor. Dewberry desserts can still be purchased in restaurants there.

Today, Cameron is a residential village with 19th century architecture and a dozen antiques and collectible shops on three blocks of the town’s main street.

On the first Saturday in May and the first Saturday in October, the town’s population swells to around 10,000 as visitors fill the tree-lined streets to search for bargains at the Antique and Collectibles Fair.

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Carthage Population: 2,289 Mayor: Lee McGraw Town Manager: Tom Robinson Phone: (910) 947-2331 Address: 4396 U.S. 15/501, 28327 Website: www.townofcarthage.org Incorporated: 1796 Carthage, county seat of Moore, was permanently established in 1803 on land donated by Richardson Fagin.

The town’s identity changed back and forth from Faginsville to Carthage until the state legislature settled the matter in 1818. County government, courts and many businesses now call the pleasant town of Carthage home.

The imposing building now standing on Courthouse Square was erected in 1922, and is the fifth courthouse built on this site.

The building houses county government offices and the commissioners’ meeting room.

Alexander Kelly and Thomas Tyson founded a carriage factory in Carthage that became a legend in industrial history and was the dominant county industry for 70 years. It produced buggies that were sold throughout the United States until the firm closed in 1925. An annual Buggy Festival is held each May to celebrate this heritage.

Many fine old stately homes still exist in the town, which is poetically known as “Sweet Carthage.”

Photos by Sara Corce

Foxfire Village Population: 920 Mayor: Steve Durham Village Clerk: Lisa Kivett Phone: (910) 295-5107 Address: 2145 Foxfire Road, Suite 12, 1 Town Hall Drive, 27281 Website: www.foxfirenc.com Incorporated: 1977 Early settlers of the place now called Foxfire Village referred to it as “Piney Bottom.” Native Americans once hunted on the sandy ridge that runs through it.

The early settlers made their living from the pine forest that grew along the ridge by selling turpentine and construction timbers. Agriculture sprouted in the 20th century, offering plentiful crops of cotton, tobacco, corn, and rye.

Vineyards and peach orchards also were plentiful. The community is named for a mysterious luminescence that sometimes appears on decaying plants and wood.

In 1967, Rowland McKenzie began to develop the area, formerly a 2,200-acre farm, into a resort and residential community centered on golf. Foxfire Village was incorporated in 1977. exploremoorenc.com

Photos by Laura Gingerich

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Pinebluff Population: 1,396 Mayor: Earlene McLamb Town Clerk: Betty McDuffie Phone: (910) 281-3124 Address: 325 E. Baltimore Ave., 28373 Incorporated: 1899

Photo by Laura Gingerich

The town of Pinebluff lies just south of Aberdeen and a few miles north of the Richmond County line. It is located on the site that earliest references called “Patterson’s Bridge.”

John T. Patrick, who was North Carolina commissioner of immigration, had founded Southern Pines as a resort for Northerners seeking peace, quiet and a healthful environment.

Hoping to repeat his success a few miles away, Patrick purchased 772 acres from Luther C. Speare in 1884 and began to develop Pinebluff.

He named the community’s streets for prominent Northern cities, and he published advertisements in Northern newspapers stressing the community’s mild, sunny winter climate, its fresh, pine-scented air and the convenient transportation provided by the Raleigh Augusta Railroad.

By 1915, Pinebluff had five hotels and tea rooms. The hotels no longer exist.

Town residents today enjoy Pinebluff Lake and a quiet, residential lifestyle.

Pinehurst Population: 14,783 Mayor: Nancy Roy Fiorillo Village Manager: Jeff Sanborn Phone: (910) 295-1900 Address: 395 Magnolia Road, 28374 Website: www.vopnc.org Incorporated: 1980 Dreaming of developing a health resort for Northerners, Boston philanthropist James Walker Tufts bought 5,000 acres of pine barrens near Aberdeen in 1895. Frederick Law Olmsted designed a village for him, and 226,000 trees and shrubs were planted.

By the early 1900s, the estate covered 10 square miles, with four hotels, 50 cottages, two excellent golf courses and a 35,000-acre shooting preserve. Trolleys transported guests to and from the Southern Pines train station along Midland Road.

Scotsman Donald Ross designed more courses, including the famed No. 2. Soon the resort was hosting several national amateur golf tournaments. Today, Pinehurst is legendary throughout the golf world.

Photos by Sara Corce

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Robbins

Seven Lakes

Population: 1,102 Mayor: Lonnie English Town Manager: Jeff Sheffield Phone: (910) 948-2431 Address: 101 N. Middleton St., 27325 Website: www.townofrobbins.com Incorporated: 1935

Population: Approximately 6,000 Community Manager: Jeff Allen Phone: (910) 673-4931 Address: 501 Seven Lakes North, 27376 Website: www.sevenlakesnc.org Seven Lakes West Landowners’ Association Community Manager: Jennette Mendence Phone: (910) 673-5314 Address: 5314 Seven Lakes West, 27376 Website: www.sevenlakeswest.org

The community now known as Robbins first bore the name Hazel Neck. Due to its location in the Piedmont or clay soil area of North Carolina, Hazel Neck attracted a number of potters and craftsmen.

This collection of “mechanics” probably led to the community becoming known as Mechanics Hill.

Photos by Laura Gingerich Over the years, the area bore several names, including Elise and Hemp.

A textile mill was established in the area in 1926. It had several owners until it was purchased by Karl Robbins, a Russian immigrant who was a prominent figure in the textile industry. The town was eventually renamed to honor Robbins.

Robbins’ annual Farmers Day celebration draws crowds that number in the tens of thousands.

The largest unincorporated community in Moore County, Seven Lakes is the result of the vision of developer Fred Lawrence.

In the early 1970s, his partnership purchased 1,100 acres of rolling hills and pine trees 10 miles northwest of Pinehurst on N.C. 211. Roads Photos by Laura Gingerich were paved and streams dammed to create the first of seven spring-fed lakes. Lawrence’s vision included provisions of amenities such as boating, swimming, horseback riding and a business village to provide goods and services to homeowners.

As the “North Side” grew, a companion development was begun on the south side of Seven Lakes Drive. In 1979, 3,200 acres on the west side of N.C. 211 were purchased, and construction began on an 800-acre spring-fed lake. A semiprivate golf and tennis club, Beacon Ridge, also is located on the “West Side.”

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Southern Pines Population: 12,736 Mayor: David McNeill Manager: Reagan Parsons Phone: (910) 692-7021 Address: 125 SE Broad St., 28387 Website: www.southernpines.net Incorporated: March 7, 1887 In the 1850s, Charles Shaw acquired a state land grant in southern Moore Photo by Laura Gingerich County. It included a high ridge where he began cutting pines.

In 1876, the Raleigh Augusta Railroad came through. Most of the trees were gone a few years later when John T. Patrick purchased 675 acres of land for $1,265 to build a health resort. He named the streets after Northern states.

Southern Pines proved to be an ideal place for travel-weary train passengers to break their journey down from the north to Florida.

By 1887, Southern Pines was a thriving resort.

After World War I, novelist and publisher James Boyd initiated the equestrian and literary pursuits that remain as a big factor to this day.

Photo by London Gessner

Photo by Hannah Sharpe Photo by Brandi Swarms

Taylortown Population: 994 Mayor: Ulysses S. G. Barrett Jr. Town Clerk: Mabel Walden Phone: (910) 295-4010 Address: 8350 Main St., 28374 Incorporated: 1987 An unincorporated community until 1987, Taylortown was developed in the early 1900s by Demus Taylor, grandson of one of the first African slaves brought to the New World and a descendant of the Western African tribe known as Ebu. He had purchased land from the Tufts family to build homes for the work force for Pinehurst’s hotels and golf courses. The town, first called Old Settlement, was renamed in his honor. Robert Taylor, the son of Demus Taylor, operated a small café that served as a gathering spot for the settlement. He also helped found a school for the settlement’s children. This school would become known as Academy Heights.

Today Taylortown, with a population of 994, is a town with a strong sense of community. The town reflects the legacy of its founders as well as the courage and leadership of all who have come since.

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Vass Population: 725 Mayor: Eddie Callahan Town Clerk: Bethany Johnson Phone: (910) 245-4676 Address: 140 S. Alma St., 28394 Website: www.townofvassnc.gov Incorporated: 1907 The first European settlers of the area that later became known as Vass were primarily Scots, although there was also an early settlement of Germans.

Changes came to the rural, pastoral community in the late 1800s with the laying of the Seaboard Air FILE PHOTOS Line Railroad. The railroad made Vass one of the area’s heaviest shipping points for lumber, cotton products and farm produce.

Originally called Bynum, then Winder, the little settlement was finally designated Vass in 1892 in honor of Major William W. Vass, who was a railroad paymaster.

The town was incorporated in 1907. Mr. Alex Gunther was the town’s first mayor.

At the turn of the century, Vass was a loading point for the tar produced from the area’s pine trees.

Vass was once the home of three newspapers (The Pilot originated there), and it competed with neighboring Cameron for the title of “Dewberry Capital” in the 1920s.

Whispering Pines Population: 3,126 Mayor: Bob Zschoche Village Manager: Michelle Lexo Phone: (910) 949-3141 Address: 10 Pine Ridge Drive, 28327 Website: www.whisperingpinesnc.net Incorporated: March 14, 1969 In 1769, Nicholas Smith received a king’s land grant for a lake and 50 acres of land.

FILE PHOTO The mill he built on the lake was used to grind corn for rations during the American Revolution.

In 1865, William Thagard, for whom the lake is named, built a new mill. Early in the 20th century, a rock and concrete dam was built by I.G. Chandler. A power plant operated there until 1927.

With the purchase of the lake and 475 adjoining acres in 1959, A.B. Hardee began the development of a golf course and residential community. It has grown to 3,000 acres, with eight lakes and three semiprivate golf courses.

Whispering Pines was incorporated in 1969 and includes three golf courses.

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communities

Small communities provide plenty of character Eagle Springs Between Seven Lakes and Candor on Old N.C. 211, Eagle Springs sits in a peach–growing area of western Moore County. The area was settled in the last half of the 19th century along a ridge between the headwaters of McLendon’s Creek and Drowning Creek. When N.C. 211 bypassed the old business district, its stores were abandoned. Several hundred residents live along its rural postal route.

Eastwood Eastwood is located near the intersection of N.C. 73 and U.S. 15-501 between Pinehurst and Carthage. It was once a rail hub for lumber. The J.B. Eastwood Co. timber business flourished there from 1895 to 1910. Today, the area is dotted with cattle and horse farms and houses.

Glendon Glendon sits north of Carthage, where GlendonCarthage Road crosses the railroad. Named after the Glenn family, major landowners in the area, Glendon became well known when the railroad was completed from Sanford to Charlotte in 1897 and a depot was constructed. Glendon was home to one of the country’s few talc mines.

Photo by Laura Gingerich

High Falls High Falls lies just north of Deep River on N.C. 22.

Because of its 15-foot falls, early Indians called it “Great Falls.” In the 1780s, it became known as William England’s Mill because of the successful gristmill he built on the falls. A cotton factory, High Falls Manufacturing Co., was later established, which provided houses and stores for the workers. Currently, the area is a rural residential community.

Jackson Springs Jackson Springs is located about four miles south of West End on N.C. 73. The town is named for the Jackson family, who settled the area in the 1700s. Visitors came

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from all over to obtain water from the natural springs, and a large hotel was built to accommodate them.

The area began to decline soon after the stately hotel burned down in 1933.

Jugtown Jugtown Pottery was established around 1920

by Jacques and Julianna Busbee. This community became well-known for its hand-turned pottery and use of glazes. Many famous potters worked in Jugtown and contributed to its success. Jugtown Pottery, just off N.C. 708 between Robbins and Seagrove, is listed on the National Photo by Brandi Swarms Register of Historic Places.

Lakeview The history of Lakeview began in 1770, with the arrival of Duncan C. Blue, who had been granted 50 acres of land and a 1,000-acre lake by George III of England.

The Blue family kept the land for three generations. It is one of the oldest settlements in Moore County. Just off U.S. 1 south of Vass, the centerpiece of Lakeview is a manmade body of water named Crystal Lake.

At the turn of the century, a resort was planned and activities revolved around the corn mill, brick plant, general store and farming. The hotel burned down, but the residential community remains with its relaxed atmosphere and simple beauty.

West End In the late 1880s, the owner of a turpentine distillery, Daniel McDonald, needed a better way to transport his products. He and Allison Page agreed to extend Page’s rail lines northwest of Aberdeen by 13 miles to the west end of McDonald’s property. The community that grew around the terminal took its name, West End. When the great fire that burned from Greensboro to the coast swept through it in 1898, all but the drugstore and depot was destroyed. Farming brought the community back to life, and several thousand acres of peach trees were grown in the West End area prior to 1960. It is

still known today for its peach orchards, although neighboring golf course residential developments such as Seven Lakes are growing. In 1927, peach grower J.B. Von Cannon used his profits to start a mill, which became the Sandhills Furniture Corporation. Stanly Furniture bought it in 1965 and it closed in early 2002.

Woodlake In 1971, developers created a 1,130-acre lake that is today the centerpiece of a resort community that covers more than 3,000 acres just east of Vass.

Woodlake, the largest man-made lake in the FILE PHOTO state, is actually a shallow basin that occupies the space formerly held by Cypress and Cranes creeks. Woodlake Country Club features a grand historic clubhouse and restaurant and 36 holes of golf—many designed around the water.

GOLF COMMUNITIES Golf communities, gated communities and other unincorporated neighborhoods often have separate housing rules governed by a homeowners’ association. Many are parts of a larger golf resort area.

Country Club of North Carolina (910) 692-6565 Forest Creek Golf Club (910) 295-9000

Pinehurst National (910) 295-4300 Mid South (910) 695-3193

Little River Golf Club (910) 949-4600

Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst (910) 295-5700

Knollwood Village (910) 692-3572

Talamore at Pinehurst (910) 692-5884

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government Federal Government U.S. Senators Senate switchboard: (202) 224-3121 Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-3154 (202) 228-2981 (fax) https://www.burr.senate.gov/ contact/email North Carolina Office 2000 W. First St., Ste 508 Winston-Salem, NC 27104 (336) 631-5125 (800) 685-8916 (toll free) (336) 725-4493 (fax) Thom Tillis G55 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Charlotte address: 9300 Harris Corners Pkwy Ste 170 Charlotte, NC 28269 Phone: 704-509-9087 Fax: 704-509-9162.

Raleigh Senate Office 310 New Bern Ave., Ste 122 Raleigh, NC 27601 (919) 856-4630 U.S. House of Representatives House switchboard: (202) 224-3121 2nd District Renee Ellmers 1210 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-4531 Fax: (202) 225-5662 Dunn, N.C., District Office 406 W. Broad St, Dunn, NC 28334 (910) 230-1910, Toll Free (877) 645-8764 Fax: (910) 230-1940

Asheboro, N.C., District Office 222 Sunset Ave., Ste 101 Asheboro, NC 27203 (336) 626-3060 Fax: (336) 629-7819

State Government Governor Pat McCrory Office of the Governor 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 Phone: (919) 814-2000 (919) 733-2120 (fax) N.C. State Senator 29th District Jerry W. Tillman 309 Legislative Office Building N.C. Senate 300 N. Salisbury St., Room 309 Raleigh, NC 27603-5925 (919) 733-5870 Jerry.Tillman@ncleg.net 1207 Dogwood Lane, Archdale, NC 27263 (336) 431-5325 N.C. House of Representatives 52nd District Jamie Boles 528 Legislative Office Building 300 N. Salisbury St., Room 528 Raleigh, NC 27603-5925 (919) 733-5903 Jamie.Boles@ncleg.net 425 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines, NC 28387 (910) 692-6262 78th District Allen McNeill 418C Legislative Office Building 300 N. Salisbury St., Room 418C Raleigh, NC 27603-5925 (919) 715-4946 Email: Allen.McNeill@ncleg.net 4172 NC Hwy. 49 South, Asheboro, NC 27205 (336) 857-3633

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Courts District Attorney Maureen Krueger 103 W. Saunders St. Carthage, NC 28372 (910) 722-5010 Fax: (910) 722-5011 Superior Court Judge – District 19D James M. Webb P.O. Box 1916, Southern Pines, NC 28388 (910) 722-5016 Chief District Court Judge – District 19B Jayrene Maness 176 E. Salisbury St., Ste 202, Asheboro, NC 27203 (336) 328-3271 District Court Judges District 19B Scorr C. Etheridge, Lee Gavin, 176 E. Salisbury St., Ste 202, Asheboro, NC 27203 (336) 328-3271 Stephen A. Bibey P.O. Box 369 Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 722-5012 Moore County Commissioners District I Catherine Graham P.O. Box 1262, Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-2604 cgraham@moorecountync.gov District II Nick Picerno, Chairman 233 Gails Rd., P.O. Box 36, West End, NC 27376 (910) 691-1150 npicerno@embarqmail.com District III Otis Ritter 120 Lakey Siding Road, Robbins, NC 27325 (910) 464-3945 oritter@moorecountync.gov

District IV Randy Saunders, Vice Chairman 26 Goldenrod Dr, Whispering Pines, NC 28327 (910) 638-3978 randysaunders@ moorecountync.gov District V Jerry Daeke 270 The Daeke Way, Aberdeen, NC 28315 (910) 690-7531 jdaeke@moorecountync.gov County Manager Wayne Vest 1 Courthouse Square P.O. Box 905, Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-6363 wvest@moorecountync.gov Board of Elections 700 Pinehurst Ave., P.O. Box 787, Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-3868 Fax: (910) 947-2389 elections@moorecountync.gov Board Members Susan T. Adams, Chairman Bill R. Parke Carolyn M. McDermott, Secretary Member Director Glenda M. Clendenin Sheriff Neil Godfrey 302 S. McNeill St. P.O. Box 40, Carthage NC 28327 (910) 947-2931 Emergency No.: 911 Fax: (910) 947-1668 Sheriff’s Office Tip Line: (910) 947-4444 Register of Deeds Judy W. Martin 100 Dowd St. P.O. Box 1210, Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-6370 Fax: (910) 947-6396 jmartin@moorecountync.gov

Clerk of Court Susan Hicks 102 Monroe St. P.O. Box 936, Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 722-5000 Soil and Water Conservation Supervisors 707 Pinehurst Ave. P.O. Box 908, Carthage, NC 28327 (910) 947-5183 (910) 947-7190 Scott Sheffield, Chairperson 75 Abbotsford Dr, Pinehurst, NC 28374 (910) 295-1108 Harold Brady, Vice Chairman 360 E. Ohio Ave., Southern Pines, NC 28387 (910) 692-6347 J. William “Billy” Carter P.O Box 172, Eagle Springs, NC 27242 (910) 673-2666 Art Williams, Secretary 1515 N.C. 211, Eagle Springs, NC 27242 (910) 673-3245 Lewin Blue 1316 Lobelia Rd., Vass, NC 28394 (910) 245-4937

MOORE COUNTY ELECTION DISTRICTS OFFICE DISTRICT APPLIES TO: • U.S. Congress 2 Entire County • N.C. Senate 29 Entire County • N.C. House 52 All Precincts (except Carthage, DHR, part of Robbins, part of Westmoore) • N.C. House 78 Carthage, DHR, part of Robbins, part of Westmoore precincts • Superior Court 19D Entire County • Judicial 19B Entire County • Prosecutorial 19D Entire County

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history 1784: Moore County is formed from Cumberland County.

Most of its residents live in the upper half of the county.

It is named for Alfred Moore, a colonel who fought at Moore’s Creek, the opening battle of the Revolutionary War in North Carolina. He eventually becomes a member of the legislature and later a justice on the Supreme Court.

1821 approximately: Charles C. Shaw builds a small home on what is now Morganton Road in Southern Pines. His son later becomes the mayor of Southern Pines. The Shaw House is the oldest structure still sitting on its original foundation in the southern part of Moore County.

The Shaw House and two other houses on the property, the Garner House and Sanders Cabin, are owned and maintained by the Moore County Historical Association and are open for tours.

1890: West End grows up around the westernmost extension of the Aberdeen and Asheboro Railroad. Eagle Springs, which received its name from a medical spring discovered nearby, also has its beginnings that year. In 1898, a fire sweeps through downtown West End, destroying all of the buildings except the depot and the drugstore.

1796 1796: The town of Carthage is formed. It later becomes the county seat. The Tyson and Jones Buggy Company is founded there in the mid- 1800s and remains the largest factory in the county well into the 20th century. But the coming of the automobile eventually puts an end to the business. Carthage is now one of the fastest growing towns in the county.

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1825: Malcolm Blue builds a home at his farm on Bethesda Road near what will later become Aberdeen. The farm is recognized by the National Register of Historic Places and is open to the public.

1893: Aberdeen is chartered. The area was settled around 1760 by Highland Scots. In 1879, the area is known as Blue’s Crossing. Allison Francis Page begins his lumber business there and it soon becomes an important commercial center, also on the railroad.

1900: Demus Taylor, grandson of one of the first African slaves brought to America and a descendant of the Western African tribe known as Ebu, purchases land to lay out a community for the workers on James Tufts’ new golf course and buildings. First known as Old Settlement, the area becomes known as Taylortown, incorporated in 1987.

1900 1876: The town of Cameron is incorporated.

Situated on the Raleigh and Augusta Railroad, the little town was once a bustling business center.

Today, it’s known for its antique stores.

1887: Southern Pines is incorporated. It was founded by John Patrick, who initially touted it as a “health and winter resort.”

Patrick will also develop Pinebluff, just a few miles down the road.

1899: The town of Robbins, located in the northwestern portion of the county, is laid out.

It is first known as Elise.

The name is changed to Robbins in honor of Karl Robbins, owner of Robbins Silk Mill and a benefactor of the community.

1895: Pinehurst is founded

by James W. Tufts of Boston.

The town was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the man who designed New York City’s Central Park. The small village eventually becomes a golf resort with courses designed by Donald Ross, Tom Fazio, Ellis Maples and Rees Jones.

1902: I.F. Chandler of Southern Pines builds a power plant to bring electricity to the area. He chooses Thagard’s Lake near what is now Whispering Pines as his site.

1999: Pinehurst serves as the site of the U.S. Open Championship. Payne Stewart sinks a 15-foot putt on the 18th hole to win the championship.

1907: Vass is incorporated. The area was originally settled by F.D. Byrd and was known as Bynum and then Winder, for an official of the Raleigh and Augusta Railroad. The name Vass is officially adopted in 1892.

1903: The town of Lakeview is chartered.

Duncan C. Blue and his brothers arrived in the area around 1770. He dammed a creek, creating a large lake now called Crystal Lake. When the Blue family sells the property in 1902, the new owners create a small resort which operates several years.

The area is now a residential community.

1928: Pine Needles Resort opens. The Tudor-style inn runs into The facility is now part of St. Joseph of the Pines. The golf course was purchased by Warren and Peggy Bell in the 1950s.

2006: ClubCorp is sold, but the Dedman family takes sole ownership of Pinehurst Resort.

2012: In just its fourth year of existence, the Sandhills Community College men’s basketball team, the high-flying Flyers, claims the NJCAA Division III national championship last season, defeating Cedar Valley College, of Lancaster, Texas, 101-86 in the finals of the eight-team national tournament held in New York state.

2014: Moore County was the center of the golf universe for two consecutive weeks in June when Pinehurst Resort became the first venue ever to host the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open in consecutive weeks on the same course, Pinehurst No. 2.

1999 2012 1915: Pinehurst Harness Track becomes winter home to polo ponies, hunters, running horses and standard breeds. It is now a winter training ground for trotters and pacers, offering races in the spring.

1931: Amelia Earhart visits Pinehurst, landing her plane on the Pinehurst airstrip.

1918: Walter Hines Page, U.S. ambassador to Great Britain, dies and is buried at Old Bethesda Cemetery.

1929: Moore Memorial Hospital opens its doors.

This facility is now FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.

1949: The first running of the Stoneybrook Steeplechase is held at the farm of Mickey Walsh. The race is now at Carolina Horse Park at Five Points.

1969: Whispering Pines is chartered by the N.C. Legislature and is the first municipality in the state to be officially designated as a village.

2001: Pine Needles hosts the U.S. Women’s Open for a second time and is immediately tapped for a return engagement in 2007.

1973: The resort community of Seven Lakes is begun by Sanford businessman Fred Lawrence. His plan includes a pool, tennis courts, riding stable and seven lakes. The expanded development now includes Beacon Ridge and Seven Lakes West.

2005: The U.S. Open Championship returns to the revered Pinehurst No. 2 Course, providing another memorable experience as Michael Campbell out-duels the field to win.

1977: The village of Foxfire is incorporated. It is developed from an old farm by Roland McKenzie and his partner Dan Tomlinson as a scenic residential and resort golf community.

2007: Cristie Kerr wins the U.S. Women’s Open Championship, which is held at Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club.

2009: On Sunday, March 29, a lone gunman opens fire on patients and staff at the Pinelake Health and Rehabilitation Center in Carthage. Seven elderly patients and a nurse die in the massacre. Police officer Justin Garner, responding to a 911 call about gunshots fired at the nursing home, enters the facility, where he locates, shoots and arrests the gunman.

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Gardeners Enjoy Richness, Diversity of Life in Moore

BY ANITA B. STONE SPECIAL TO THE PILOT

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agic seems to occur throughout Moore County, an exciting place that thrills everyone who watches seeds grow into luscious upstanding soldiers and healthy shrubs that turn bare wood into fiery leaves. The landscapes offer a supporting cast of greenery as part of the horticultural stars. All who enter the palace gates celebrate the richness and diversity of life in the Magical Kingdom of Moore. We gardeners squiggle like earthworms, subjects of the soil, designers and creators of magic and knowledgeable growers and weavers.

With a trowel in hand, we arrange masses of land to perform on stage where tall foliage arches over walkways and paths capture ‘green’ space. Our group of trained Master Gardeners exhibit feats to improve the environment, offering talent, knowledge and assistance growing an abundance of colorful plants that provide splashes of color.

We offer the latest technology, social media and

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an information highway second to none. Up-to-date scientific methods help farmers produce crops and share their produce. We share and offer ideas on culinary know-how. An abundance of farm to fork prevails on the streets of the community with a spirit of water conservation to save energy for the future.

Because our area is known for its unique sandy soil, we pursue a variety of amendments and learn quickly how to grow native plants and utilize xeriscapes, which require less water. By creating a natural acidic soil with the addition of pine trees that are abundant, the kingdom boasts award-winning holly, azaleas, magnolias and huge lush hydrangea.

Communities dig, construct and build with everyone taking part in the markets. We support locavores and are fortunate to have a world class Agricultural Agent whose care and concern reaches beyond the county. With the agent at the helm, there is a cohesiveness that revolutionizes and Photos by Laura Gingerich

holds the community together with an Agricultural Department staff who works effortlessly assisting everyone and offers a wide selection of seminars and learning skills, including seasonal planting information, farm tours and up-to-the minute knowledge of tools, equipment and machinery.

We offer bragging rights to one of the finest educational kingdoms in the country — Sandhills Community College, offering talent, knowledge and assistance growing abundant flowers that flow across the gardens.

The county praises so many of its farmers, nowadays being a combination of rural and urban markets woven into ‘community.’ Rural has encompassed urban and these days you may see chickens, goats, sheep and horses roaming, taking on new roles in self sufficiency and agri-tourism.

Water conservation is a large consideration and repurposing has become popular. We compose and reduce landfill waste. The unique soil is abundant as part of everyday plantings. We learn the remedies for sandy landscapes are amendments.

Most gardeners are progressive and

move forward to protect environmental issues, keeping the area healthy and clean and attempt to outlaw GMOs, fungicides, herbicides and pesticides to protect our community.

We give ourselves the best quality crops of any county at farmers markets because we, as gardeners, take pride in planting, growing and harvesting clean healthy food regardless of the labor, time and perspiration climbing up to the top and stepping over challenges in order to produce our ecological best. We may trip and stumble, but we pick ourselves up and keep climbing to maintain quality production, being aware of toxin that plaque our food and GMOs that are being used.

Garden clubs, extension specialists, school teachers, college professors and other notables carry the positive gardener virus across moats, spanning the drawbridge that leads to an interior growth of new species and technological progenies that magnetize and raise kingdoms as it embellishes its visitors and residents.

Anita Stone is a gardener and freelance writer who may be contacted at writer7136@yahoo. com.

tips for local gardeners • Keep current with horticultural technology • Peruse catalogs for wide selection and lowest prices of quality plants for the landscape • Keep a garden journal and label names, dates and seasons for plants • Join a garden club and experience social media and networking with other gardeners • Keep up-to-date with solar technology, micro-climates, ecoenvironmental and geothermal issues

• Increase pest management practices through seminars, courses and reading

• Contact Master Gardeners for assistance and advice on any garden project

• Become familiar with GMOs and keep awareness of all foods and companies that practice this

• Visit the Sandhills Community College and support the school and the students.

• Use slow release fertilizers

• Practice conservation and preservation

• Use proper amendments for the soil and to build proper pH levels • Practice sustainability and give back to the community • Support local farmers and purchase fresh healthy produce

• Save money by using the piggy-back theory with re-use of seeds, cuttings and separating plants

• Plant, grow and harvest a garden with a new venture

• Study savings on water conservation and irrigation practices

• Keep in touch with the Agriculture Extension Agent and the staff

• Commit to feeding the birds and keeping ponds environmentally safe • Keep track of dead, diseased and damaged plants • Use safety precautions with any garden tools and equipment • Keep vigilant with cleanliness in the garden environment.

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Military Has Big Impact on County

BY ANDREW SOBOEIRO STAFF WRITER

Photo by Tim Hale

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f there were an award for the most soldier-friendly community, Moore County would surely have won it by now.

Moore County has played a distinguished role in this nation’s military history. From rehearsing gliders for the D-Day landings to testing paratroopers for combat jumps, Moore County has been an essential cog in the military machine.

The county may have more top military leaders playing golf on any given day than some counties have on active duty. Among these are father of the Green Berets Bill Yarborough, and former Secretary of State and Army Chief of Staff General George Catlett Marshall, Jr. Military retirees play important roles in community life. Retired Maj. Gen. Sid Shachnow helps raise money for the local chapter of Sentinels for Freedom, which assists badly wounded warriors in making a transition to civilian life.

General “Buck” Kernan and retired Capt. Chuck Deleot work with the Patriot Foundation, which raises money each year to help military families devastated by wartime loss. Brass hats aren’t the only military

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residents of Moore. Marines, soldiers, sailors and air personnel—both retired and active—have children in local schools and live in local neighborhoods. They work with the Girl Scouts, the Boy Scouts and other community groups. Moore County borders Fort Bragg to the east and Camp Mackall to the west. The latter, which straddles the Moore and Hoke county lines, was home to gliders and Hoke county airborne troops in the Second World War and is now a major training site for future Special Forces soldiers.

Today, soldiers undergo the tough SERE (Survive, Evade, Resist, Escape) training at Camp Mackall and in other parts of the county. Helicopters drop them off in Carthage at the Gilliam-McConnell “International” Air Field, and they head into the woods from its runway’s grassy edge.

The field’s builder and owner, Roland Gilliam, dedicates much of his field to honor American heroes.

His airport, the Gilliam-McConnell Airfield, bears the name of James Rogers McConnell, founder of the famed Lafayette Escadrille that fought in the First World War. A national monument to McConnell, who

lost his life in France, stands on the grounds of the old county courthouse in Carthage.

In 2012, McConnell’s memorial was joined by one to Robert Hoyle Upchurch, a second lieutenant in the 23rd Fighter Group who was shot down over China in 1944. A near fullscale model of his P-40 fighter plane marks the memorial.

Local civilians also contribute to the military’s success. Moore County is one of fourteen North Carolina counties where civilian volunteers help the Special Forces train by playing roles as residents of an imaginary country called “Pineland.” This exercise helps the soldiers to “think on their feet,” an invaluable skill during deployment.

As Fort Bragg continues to expand, Moore County welcomes an increasing number of military families.

Like those who came before, many are likely to “get sand in their shoes” and someday come here to stay — home at last.

Andrew Soboerio is a former intern at The Pilot. John Chappell, a former staff writer at The Pilot, contributed to the article.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS What’s That Noise?

Sounds from training and artillery practice at Fort Bragg, a critical component in the nation’s defense, sometimes disturb people living in surrounding communities.

Some noises can resemble thunder.

To minimize the impact and reduce noise levels, several policies are in place: There is no massed artillery fire between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. daily.

Artillery and tank cannon firing and bombing from jet aircraft are not permitted between 10 p.m.

Saturday and noon Sunday. During times of heavy overcast skies, Army Range Control will impose additional restrictions on firing activity to reduce noise levels.

Who Goes There?

Access to Fort Bragg is restricted, and entry often requires military decals or identification.

The following unmanned gates

onto the reservation are the only ones open 24 hours a day, seven days a week: Plank Road at King, on the extreme west side of the post.

Wayside Road entrance to Plank, on the south border of the post.

Morrison Bridge Road, on the north side of the post.

Motorists will subsequently need to go through a checkpoint to enter other parts of Fort Bragg. Visitors should use marked gates and be prepared for guards to search their vehicles.

The Long Street Gate is probably the most convenient for mostMoore County residents.

For a full list of gates and entry requirements, visit this website: www.bragg.army.mil. Additional information is available by phone from the Access Control Section at (910) 396-1272. Fort Bragg Information: (910) 396-0011.

access to fort bragg changes In November 2013, Fort Bragg changed access procedures for all nonDepartment of Defense (DoD) visitors.

All non-DoD visitors operating a noncommercial vehicle need to proceed to the All-American Visitor Center (VCC) located on All-American Freeway to be processed for a visitor pass.

As part of this process, a National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) check will be conducted for all persons in each vehicle entering the post.

Visitors will no longer be able to enter Fort Bragg by way of the Knox Street, Randolph Street or Longstreet Road Access Control Points without first obtaining an Automated Installation Entry (AIE) card or pass.

Also as of November 2013, all commercial vehicle operators need to enter the Knox Street Truck Plaza to have their vehicle inspected and processed for an AIE pass. Checks will also be conducted for all persons in vehicles entering through the Truck Plaza. exploremoorenc.com

The Longstreet ACP will remain a 24-hour alternate truck plaza as long as all personnel in the commercial vehicle have either a current AIE badge or pass. The Honeycutt Road ACP will accept commercial vehicle traffic from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m., Monday through Friday and 1 p.m. until 5 a.m., Saturday and Sunday as long as all personnel in the commercial vehicle have either a current AIE card or pass. These processes will not affect Department of Defense personnel, Common Access Card holders, retirees, family members, government contractors or personnel that already possess a current AIE card or pass from entering post in a noncommercial vehicle.

Passes for non-DoD ID card holders can be obtained for up to 10 days; DoDsponsored visitor passes are available for up to 30 days. Potential entrants must have valid government issued identification, valid vehicle registration and know their Social Security number.

RETIREMENT

Retirement Resources

AARP—Tax-Aide The Moore County Tax-Aide program assists nearly 2,000 individuals and families each year with preparations of their state and federal income tax returns. This free service by IRScertified tax counselors is available to the elderly and middle- and low-income taxpayers. Servers are available from Feb. 1 to April 15 at the Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, Habitat for Humanity (February only) in the Southern Pines Recreation Center and the Southern Pines Public Library, at the days and times posted and published in The Pilot during the tax season.

Aging Outreach Services Aging Outreach Services (AOS) is a fullservice elder care firm with services available 24/7, including private duty caregivers, geriatric care management and 24-hour accessibility. From companions to registered nurses, the caregivers Moore Registry represents have a range of skills that can be matched to meet your needs. At Moore Registry, the only accredited caregiver registry in North Carolina, each caregiver is screened, credentialed and personally interviewed. Assistance with transportation, medication reminders, meal preparation, shopping, laundry and linen changes, light housekeeping, activity engagement, personal care assistance and other customized services are available. AOS care managers are certified geriatric care managers with more than 50 years of experience. Care manager services include care advocacy, family liaison, consultation, dementia care, crisis intervention, placement assistance, resource location and setup, attendance and navigation of medical appointments, and ongoing planned care management. AOS Cares provides access to one of the AOS team members day or night. All program members have a secure online profile of key information that is easily accessed by health care providers during a crisis. Call (910) 6920683 or visit www.agingoutreachservices.com.

Moore County Department of Aging The Moore County Department of Aging was created in 1984 to provide services that promote the well-being of older adults. The agency serves those 60 years of age and over. There are no income requirements. Among the services offered are transportation for medical needs and inhome aide services, featuring two levels of home management and personal care. Caregiver support also is provided. Other programs include nutrition, including both congregate and home delivered meals, as well as several others. Information and referral are important components of what the department offers, as well as Medicare counseling.

The office is located in the Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, two miles north of the Traffic Circle. Call (910) 215-0900.

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Moore County Health Department The Moore County Health Department oversees an array of essential programs and services to control communicable diseases, prevent and monitor environmental hazards, and educate and inform citizens on a variety of health behaviors to improve and protect health. Personal health programs offered include maternal and adult health services, communicable disease, family planning, WIC nutrition program, vital records (birth and death), case management and foreign travel. Environmental health services include permitting and inspection of food establishments, nursing homes, day cares, institutions, individual watersupplies, on-site sewage treatment and disposal, public swimming pools and spas. Some services are free; however, most services charge a fee.

Many clinical services use a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. Appointments are required for some services. The Health Department is located at 705 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage. Environmental Health is at 1042 Carriage Oaks, Carthage. Animal Operations is located at 5235 N.C. 15-501, Carthage. Call (910) 9473300 for the Health Department; (910) 947-4541 for Personal Health Services; (910) 947-3271 for WIC; and (910) 947-6283 for Environmental Health or visit www. moorecountync.gov/health.

Moore County RSVP RSVP offers a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the county. Whether you have one hour per month or several per week to give back to your community, there is something to fit everyone’s interests, talents or skills. The office works to meet community needs by providing assistance through volunteer service in more than 44 nonprofit and public agencies. As a volunteer, you will find that your experiences, knowledge and life skills are a rich resource. In return for your gifts, volunteering offers the chance to make new friends, participate in social activities and receive recognition for a job well done. Residents 55 years of age or older are eligible to register in the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program.

RSVP is a part of the Corporation for National and Community Service and is sponsored locally by Moore County. A local advisory council assists and supports the staff in forming local policy. RSVP offers additional benefits to Moore County volunteers such as supplemental volunteer insurance, tax vouchers, eligibility for membership in the local government credit union, a quarterly newsletter and invitations to special activities and events throughout the year.

Contact Tommy Deese at (910) 215-0900.

Moore County Senior Enrichment Center The Moore County Senior Enrichment Center provides programs, classes, a state-of-the-art fitness facility and programs, all of which are available to adults age 50 and over. The Center is home to the Moore County Department of Aging and its miscellaneous services, including the senior volunteer program known as RSVP. One of the many exploremoorenc.com

amenities offered at the Center is a 1,450+ square-foot fitness room that plays a vital role in providing healthy lifestyle education and exercise resources, such as state-of-the-art strength training and cardiovascular equipment. A qualified staff member is available at the center Monday through Friday to assist fitness room users. The Moore County Senior Enrichment Center is at 8040 U.S. 15-501, two miles north of the Traffic Circle. Call (910) 215-0900.

Moore County Veterans Office The Moore County Veterans Office is located at 707 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage. This location provides easier access for residents and larger offices for the Veterans Office team. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Call (910) 947-3257 or (910) 947-3334 (fax).

North Carolina Division Of Aging and Adult Services The Division of Aging and Adult Services works to achieve successful aging for North Carolina’s older population by providing a system of services, opportunities and protective supports. These include supporting home and community services to promote independence and self-sufficiency; promoting opportunities for citizen involvement to allow seniors to contribute in civic affairs and public policymaking and through volunteerism; ensuring the rights and protections of older people for their social, health and economic well-being; and preparing younger generations to enjoy meaningful lives in their later years. Call (919) 855-4800.

Sandhills Center For Creative Retirement Whatever your age, keeping your mind actively engaged is one of the most important things you can do to ensure a fulfilled lifetime. Exercise your mind with Creative Retirement courses at Sandhills Community College. Whether you want to enhance your skills in a new hobby; get into shape with nutrition; expand your creativity through drawing, painting, and photography; learn a new language; sharpen your communication skills; or expand your view of the world, your time is now to enjoy any of the multitude of classes currently offered through Creative Retirement. Sandhills Community College is dedicated to helping students achieve their personal goals by offering a bounty of diverse classes. Contact Teresa Reynolds at (910) 695-3775.

Sandhills SCORE Chapter SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, is a nationwide, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing experience-based assistance to entrepreneurs and small business. 13,000 volunteer SCORE counselors provide educational workshops and one-on-one counseling dedicated to the founding, assistance and growth of small business. The Sandhills SCORE Chapter is very active in counseling, mentoring and presenting free business workshops in Moore County. It is currently expanding these free services

and is seeking motivated volunteers with business experience. Call the Sandhills Chapter at (910) 4200121 or visit www.sandhillsscore.org.

Social Security Information The Social Security Office closest to Moore County is in Sanford at 401 Tiffany Drive. For information, call (800) 772-1213 or (877) 319-5774. There also is an office at 145 Rowan St. in Fayetteville. The phone number is (866) 964-6485. Office hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday. They are closed for federal holidays.

Quick Facts about Social Security • Approximately nine out of 10 individuals age 65 and older receive Social Security benefits.

• In 2014, more than 59 million Americans received approximately $863 billion in Social Security benefits.

• Social Security is the only source of income for approximately 22 percent of the elderly.

• By 2033, the number of elderly Americans will incrase from 49.1 million today to 77.4 million.

• In 2003, the average monthly benefit for North Carolinians who receive Social Security was $820 monthly.

HELPFUL WEBSITES: Administration on Aging: www.aoa.gov Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Formerly HCFA): www.cms.gov Department of Health and Human Services: www.hhs.gov Medicare: www.medicare.gov Moore County Department of Aging: www.moorecountync.gov Senior Health Insurance Information Program (Also called SHIIP): www.ncdoi.com/shiip

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FARMERS’ MARKETS

Buy local, eat better Many produce stands, farms and farmers markets offer Moore County residents and visitors an opportunity for fresh fruits and vegetables: The Berry Patch, 444 Bryant Road, Carthage, sells strawberries from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The Berry Patch opens in the middle of April. Call (910) 947-5154.

Betty’s Garden, located at 405 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines, carries strawberries and other produce. Betty’s Garden is open seasonally, beginning May 1, with 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours Tuesday - Saturday.

Black Rock Vineyard, Winery and Wine Tasting Room, 6652 U.S. 15-501, Carthage. Open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Thursday - Saturday and from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. Call (910) 295-9511.

Carter Farms, located on 673 Eagle Springs Road, 1/2 mile from N.C. 211 in Eagle Springs, has strawberries April through June, and sweet potatoes August through November. Call (910) 673-7730 or (910) 673-2666 for hours and availability April 15 - June 1.

CV Pilson Strawberries and Flowers is located at 116 Sweet Lane Cypress Church Rd, Cameron. It is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday.

Call (910) 783-4462 or (910) 245-4285.

Doby Tree Farm, 150 Doby Road, Cameron, offers choose-and-cut Christmas trees beginning the Friday after Thanksgiving through December 24. Hours of operation are Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (910) 245-3265.

Fox Branch Vineyards, 167 Sandy Ridge Lane, Carthage, offers pick-your-own muscadine grapes.

(910) 947-1991.

Frank’s Strawberries, Sweet Corn and Vegetable Barn, 444 Bryant Road, Carthage, offers beans, cabbage, corn, potatoes, squash, strawberries, tomatoes and vegetables. Pick-yourown options available. The barn is open Sunday - Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. seasonally.

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Highlanders Farm, 5784 N.C. 22, Carthage, offers pick-your-own strawberries and produce stand. Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday from mid-April - October. Call (910) 947- 5831.

Kalawi Farm, 1515 N.C. 211, Eagle Springs, offers peaches, cantaloupe, corn, cucumbers, squash, tomatoes, vegetables, watermelon and roadside markets. A corn maze is open for the entire month of October. The farm is open Sunday - Saturday, Easter Thanksgiving. Call (910) 673-5996 or (910) 673-3245.

Karefree Produce, 4680 U.S. 15-501, Carthage, has strawberries available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday during April, May and June. From July to December, Karefree Produce is open from 9 a.m to 5 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday. Call (910) 639-4971 or (910) 690-6722.

Ken Chappell Peaches and Apples, 672 N.C. 211, at the Samarcand Crossroads, Eagle Springs, is open June through October with peaches, apples, tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes and seasonal produce, including corn, cucumbers, squash, cantaloupes, watermelons and sweet potatoes. Call (910) 673-1878 during the season or (910) 673-3375.

Moore County Farmers Markets offer locally grown fresh fruits and produce in-season, as well as meats, plants, cut flowers and crafts. Locations include FirstHealth Fitness Center, 170 Memorial Drive, Pinehurst, 2 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, April through October; Morganton Road (Armory Sports Complex), Southern Pines, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursdays, year-round; Downtown Southern Pines, SE Broad Street and New York Avenue, 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, April - October.

Call (910) 947-3752 or (910) 690-9520, email moorecfm@embarqmail.com, or visit www.facebook.com/moorecountyfarmersmarket.

Old Carthage Farm, 2270 US Highway 15 501, Carthage A certified organic farm, Old Carthage Farm offers six varieties of blueberries and three varieties each of blackberries, asparagus and muscadine grapes. The produce is pick-your-own or the folks at Old Carthage Farm will pick it for you. Old Carthage Farm is open June through October, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday - Saturday. Call (919) 770-5190.

Paradox Farm Creamery, 449 Hickory Creek Lane, West End. Fresh goat cheese. Available at local shops, restaurants and farmers markets. Call (910) 723-0802 or visit paradoxfarmcreamery.com.

Sandhills Farmers Market was started in 2009.

The nonprofit organization has two markets each week from April to September. Producers are all within a 75-mile radius and offer, local and fresh seasonal produce. Markets are held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, in the village of Pinehurst parking lot next to the new Village Green at 1 Village Green Road West, Pinehurst, just past The Village Chapel.

Visit www.sandhillsfarmersmarket.com.

Triple L Farms, located at 2205 Derby Road, in Ellerbe, has a strawberry stand on the corner of N.C. 5 and Ampersand Drive in Aberdeen. Open from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday - Saturday from April - Labor Day. Call (910) 417-0438 Sustainable Sandhills is a nonprofit dedicated to conserving the natural resources of the eight county region surrounding Fort Bragg. Sustainable Sandhills is located at the Partnership for Children Building, 351 Wagoner Drive, 2nd Floor: Suite 332-334, Fayetteville, NC 28303. Visit www.sustainablesandhills.org, or call (910) 484-9098. exploremoorenc.com

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LIBRARIES

Area Libraries Serve Children, Adults Alike County Libraries

The Moore County Library is a full-service public library system with a main library in Carthage, a bookmobile and four branch libraries in the towns of Aberdeen, Pinebluff, Robbins and Vass. It is a member of the five county Sandhill Regional Library System.

Moore County Library has a collection of 80,000 books, audios, videos, periodicals, newspapers and other items. Services include reference, Internet, interlibrary loans, programs for children and adults, meeting room, genealogy, online catalog, fax and copy equipment. Membership is free to county residents.

The Moore County Public Library is located at 101 Saunders St. in Carthage. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Call (910) 947-5335 or visit www.srls.info. Preschool storytime is each Friday at 10:30 a.m.

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Page Memorial Library is located in Aberdeen at 100 S. Poplar St. The branch is open Monday through Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. Call (910) 944-1200.

The Pinebluff Library is located at 305 E. Baltimore Ave. The branch is open from 2 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (910) 281-3004.

The Robbins Area Library is located at 161 Magnolia Drive off Middleton behind Tar Heel Drug. Branch hours are Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed for lunch Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. Storytime is Thursday at 10 a.m. Call (910) 948-4000.

The Vass Area Library is located at 128 Seaboard St., near the Vass post office. Hours are Monday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed for lunch daily from 1 to 2 p.m. Storytime is third Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. Call (910) 245-2200.

Moore County Bookmobile: The bookmobile follows an established schedule Monday through Thursday.

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Each stop is visited every two weeks. Schedules are available at each library in the Moore County Library System or at www.srls.info/moore/mooreBookmobile . html. (please call to schedule time).

Card Catalog: The card catalog for the county library is available online at www.srls.info.

Dial-a-Story: The Robbins Area Library is host to the Dial-a-Story program. Stories are available from a machine by phone for young children. Call (910) 948-3322 for a new story every week.

The Given Memorial Library is located at 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Call (910) 295-6022. Tufts Archives is housed within the Given Memorial Library.

Call (910) 295-3642.

The Katharine L. Boyd Library is located on the campus of Sandhills Community College, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst, and may be used by SCC and Hoke Center students. Persons who live or work in Moore or Hoke counties may receive a community patron library card. The library is open 7:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Monday through Thursday; 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; and 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Contact the Circulation Desk at (910) 695-3819.

The Southern Pines Public Library is located at 170 W. Connecticut Ave. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.

Residency is required to receive a free library card; a fee is charged to nonresidents. Programs are free and open to the public. Visit www.sppl.net or call (910) 692-8235. exploremoorenc.com

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Department of Social Services The Department of Social Services also offers a child day-care coordination program. In addition, DSS may also determine eligibility for Smart Start day care funds. Moore County Social Services is located at 1036 Carriage Oaks Dr., Carthage. Call (910) 947-2436 Moore County Head Start/ Early Head Start The Head Start Program is a federally funded program serving children ages 3-5. Enrollment is based on family income, meeting federal incomes. Ten percent of available slots are reserved

for children with disabilities. All Head Start children and families participate in a comprehensive program of education, health, parent involvement and social services. Early Head Start (EHS) provides a high-quality, nurturing and safe environment for children from birth to age 3. Expectant mothers also are served through a prenatal program. Moore County has four locations, including Aberdeen Head Start/EHS, 333 Glasgow St., Aberdeen, (910) 944-0457; Southern Pines Head Start/EHS, 1400 W. Indiana Ave., (910) 692-4588; Taylortown Head Start, 8364 Main St., West End, (910) 295-5437; Vass-Cypress Head Start, 272 Seaboard St., Vass, (910) 245-3883. The Moore County Head Start/Early Head Start is headquartered at the Southern Pines Head Start/EHS location.

Child Care Referral Partners for Children and Families of Moore County’s Child Care Resource and Referral provides information on local child care options, including referrals to child care centers, family child care homes, half-day preschools and afterschool programs. A counselor also provides information on the North Carolina child care licensing system and details on how to recognize and choose a quality child care program.

Call (910) 949-4045, ext. 103.

After-School Program Christ Way Deliverance Church offers a free 21st Century Community Learning Center afterschool program for grades K-12. The church is located at 7681 U.S. 15-501, West End. Call Nathaniel Jackson at (910) 235-3715. exploremoorenc.com

LICENSED MOORE COUNTY CHILD CARE PROVIDERS Aberdeen Headstart 333 Glasgow St Aberdeen (910) 944-0457 HHHH License

Aberdeen Primary Afterschool Program 310 Keyser St, Aberdeen (910) 944-1523 HHH License

Aberdeen Primary Preschool 310 Keyser St, Aberdeen (910) 944-1523 HHHHH License

Bobbi’s Child Care Center 852 Red Branch Rd, Carthage (910) 947-1940 HHH License

Calvary Christian Day Care 1 & 2 400 S Bennett St, Southern Pines (910) 692-8311 HHH License

Cameron Elementary Afterschool Care 2636 Hwy 24/27, Cameron (910) 245-3113 HHHH License

Carthage Elementary Afterschool Day Care 312 Rockingham St, Carthage (910) 947-2781 HHHH License

Carthage Elementary Preschool

D’s Angels Learning Center 274 S Gaines St., Southern Pines (910) 693-8046 HHH License

Janie’s Playhouse Day Care 608 Keyser St, Aberdeen (910) 944-3595 HHH License

Old Plank Road Child Care Center

Southern Pines Primary Afterschool Program

5135 Hwy 705 N, Robbins (910) 948-3200 HHHH License

1250 W. New York Ave., Southern Pines (910) 692-8659 HHHH License

Jessie’s Little Blessings Danielle’s Playhouse Learning Center 316 Lincoln Ave, West End (910) 295-3438 HHHH License

Danielle’s Playhouse Learning Center II 1135 Seven Lakes Dr., West End (910) 673-2273 HHH License

Episcopal Day School Pre-K 340 E Massachusetts Ave., Southern Pines (910) 692-3492 HH License

First Health Child Development Center 100 Memorial Dr, Pinehurst (910) 715-1845 HHHHH License

God’s Little Blessing’s Daycare 206 Keyser St, Aberdeen (910) 944-7175 HHHH License

Grandma & Grandpa’s House Child Care

312 Rockingham St., Carthage (910) 947-2781 HHHHH License

189 Flinthill Church Rd., Robbins (910) 948-2054 HHH License

Christian Child Development Center

Helen’s Day Care

645 S Page St., Southern Pines (910) 692-5261 HHH License

Kiddie Korner I & II 503 Johnson St., Aberdeen (910) 944-1246 HHH License

Lil’s Child Care Center 148 Boiling Springs Cr., Southern Pines (910) 692-9216 HHH License

Lisa’s Lovable Learning Day Care 134 Alley St, Vass (910) 245-7164 HHH License

Lisa’s Lovable Learning II 715 S Gaines St., Southern Pines (910) 692-8848 HHH License

Little Miracles Day Care Center 163 Maple Lawn Ln, Vass (910) 245-7141 HHHHH License

Little Miracles Two Child Care 427 Vass Carthage Rd, Carthage (910) 947-5701 HHHHH License

Pinehurst Elementary Afterschool Program 100 Dundee Rd, Pinehurst (910) 295-6969 HHHH License

Riddle’s Child Care Center 10883 Hwy 24 27, Carthage (910) 948-3940 HHH License

268 Rushwood Rd, Robbins (910) 948-2411 HHHHH License

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Sandhills Children’s Center #1 1280 Central Dr, Southern Pines (910) 692-3323 HHHHH License

Sandhills/Farmlife Afterschool 2201 Farmlife School Rd, Carthage (910) 949-2501 HHHH License

Shining Stars Child Development Center, Inc. 7613 Hwy 211, West End (910) 215-8148 HHHH License

Solid Rock Christian Day Care 311 E Maple St, Aberdeen (910) 944-2099 Gs 110-106

133 S Hardin St, Southern Pines HHH License

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Southern Pines Elementary Afterschool Program

Cyber Ed 760 S. Bennett St., Southern Pines (910) 246-2211 HHHHH License

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272 Seaboard St, Vass (910) 245-3883 HHHHH License

Vass-Lakeview Elementary Preschool 141 James St, Vass (910) 245-4860 HHHHH License

Vass/Lakeview Child Care 141 James St, Vass (910) 245-7600 HHH License

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112 Lea Rd, West End (910) 295-7529 HHHH License

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6104 Glendon Carthage Rd., Carthage (910) 947-2145 HHH License

1725 Richards St., Southern Pines (910) 692-7840 Temporary License

1250 W New York Ave., Southern Pines (910) 692-8659 HHHHH License

8364 Main St, Taylortown (910) 295-5437 HHHHH License

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Sonlight Child Care Center

255 S May St., Southern Pines (910) 692-2357 HHHH License

Southern Pines Head Start 1400 W Indiana Ave., Southern Pines (910) 692-4588 HHHHH License

100 Gossman Dr., Southern Pines (910) 692-4977 HHHH License

West End Elementary Afterschool 4483 Hwy 211, West End (910) 673-6691 HHHH License

West End Elementary Preschool 4483 Hwy 211, West End (910) 673-6691 HHHHH License

West Pine Elementary Afterschool 272 Archie Rd, West End (910) 673-2004 HHHH License

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Moore County Schools Are ‘Growing to Greatness’

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oore County Schools is dedicated to providing engaging experiences that result in students learning what is needed to be productive and successful citizens.

We are clear about our direction, and we are responsive to our students and community, often conducting surveys and hosting forums to gather feedback from the public about our plans and initiatives.

Our motto, Growing to Greatness, is demonstrated daily through our commitment to building community, learning that enhances quality of life,

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and providing a safe environment where learning and innovation can thrive.

Moore County Schools comprises 14 elementary schools, five middle schools, three high schools and one alternative school. We offer a comprehensive K-12 curriculum that includes work force development, programs for special needs and gifted students and arts education.

Year-round programs are offered at four of our schools: Pinehurst Elementary (K-2), West Pine Elementary (3-5), Southern Pines Primary (K-2) and Southern Pines Elementary (3-5).

By June 2015, every Moore County

Schools middle and high school student will receive a Chromebook to use during school and at home. All elementary school students will be provided access to devices to use at school during the 2015-16 school year, further enhancing the learning environment and engagement of our students.

We are committed to preparing our students for college and career success.

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are offered at all three high schools. In addition to academic excellence, Moore County Schools offers students realworld learning opportunities through our Entrepreneurism Partnership with

Moore Forward and the Moore County Chamber of Commerce.

Coupled with the Innovation HUBs at each of our three high schools— agriculture at North Moore High School, technology at Pinecrest High School and medical sciences at Union Pines High School—the Entrepreneurism Partnership links our students’ educational experiences with our broader community’s commitment to innovation and entrepreneurism.

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excelled and continue to earn recognition both at the state and national levels. At the national level, students have won recognition in the AP program and in debate and technology competitions. At the state level, awards have been won in a variety of areas, including science, debate, performing and visual arts, technology and more.

Our students are supported, mentored and taught by dedicated, compassionate and professional teachers. With a total of 120 National Board Certified teachers on staff, Moore County’s percentage of teachers holding this credential is well above the state average. Nearly half (49.26 percent) of our teachers hold advanced degrees.

Our teachers also participate weekly in professional development at their schools and/or within the school district through Professional Learning Communities, system-wide professional development and 1-1 coaching by the Instructional Coach.

Moore County Schools has approximately 1,720 employees, including about 1,017 certified staff, and 703 support staff, bus drivers and

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All of Moore County Schools’ employees work to continually improve the quality of education and the learning environment for the education of our students.

Moore County Schools Master Facilities Plan includes additions to Union Pines and Pinecrest High Schools and the construction of a countywide concept high school that will offer specialized college and career readiness courses.

Also planned is the construction of an Area I elementary school and two new schools, one to replace Southern Pines Primary School and the other to replace Aberdeen Primary and Aberdeen Elementary Schools. These facilities projects will further improve the learning environment for our students and address capacity issues.

The Moore County Schools district office is located in Carthage at 5277 U.S. 15-501 South.

For more information, call (910) 9472976 or visit the school district’s website at www.ncmcs.org.

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Moore County Schools North Moore High School

BRUCE CUNNINGHAM Chair, District V

225 N. Bennett St., Southern Pines, NC 28388 910.315.9315 • Bruce.Cunningham@ncmcs.org

ED DENNISON Vice Chair, At-Large Member

150 Ridgewood Rd., Pinehurst, NC 28374 910.295.5570 • Ed.Dennison@ncmcs.org

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PO Box 263, Vass, NC 28394 910.391.4199 • Stacey.Caldwell@ncmcs.org

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(910) 464-3105 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Grades: 9-12 Principal: Jenny Purvis

Pinecrest High School (910) 692-6554 250 Voit Gilmore Lane, U.S. 15-501 S., Southern Pines 8:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Grades: 9-12 Principal: Bob Christina

Union Pines High School ELIZABETH (LIBBY) CARTER At-Large Member

10 Cypress Point Dr., Pinehurst, NC 28374 910.692.7262 • Libby.Carter@ncmcs.org

CHARLES LAMBERT District III

PO Box 427, Robbins, NC 27325 910.948.3695 • Charles.Lambert@ncmcs.org

LAURA LANG District IV

109 Chesterfield Dr., Pinehurst, NC 28374 910.692.4974 • Laura.Lang@ncmcs.org

(910) 947-5511 1981 Union Church Rd, Cameron 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Grades: 9-12 Principal: Andy McCormick

Aberdeen Elementary (910) 944-1124 503 N. Sandhills Blvd., Aberdeen 7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Grades: 3-5 Principal: Debbie Warren HELENA WALLIN-MILLER District II

520 Burning Tree Rd., Pinehurst, NC 28374 910.568.8750 • Helena.Wallin-Miller@ncmcs.org

PAM THOMPSON At-Large Member

2384 Plank Rd. • Robbins, NC 27325 910.948.3911 • Pam.Thompson@ncmcs.org

SONYA POTTER Executive Assistant to the

Superintendent and Board of Education 910.947.2976 Ext. 100236 • spotter@ncmcs.org

Aberdeen Primary (910) 944-1523 310 Keyser St., Aberdeen 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-2 Principal: Sloan Browning

Cameron Elementary (910) 245-7814 2636 N.C. 24-27, Cameron 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Dale Buie

Dr. Robert Grimesey is the superintendent of Moore County Schools.

Email him at superintendent@ncmcs.org

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Crain’s Creek Middle

Southern Middle

(910) 245-3796 4631 Union Church Rd, Carthage 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Grades: 6-8 Principal: Chad Chisholm

(910) 693-1550 515 Johnson St., Aberdeen 7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Grades: 6-8 Principal: Mary Scott Harrison

Elise Middle

Southern Pines Elementary

(910) 948-2421 180 N. Broad St., Robbins 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Grades: 6-8 Principal: Seth Powers

(910) 692-2357 225 S. May St., Southern Pines 7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Grades: 3-5 Principal: Tonya Wagner

Highfalls Elementary (910) 464-3600 1220 N.C. 22, High Falls 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-8 Principal: Dyan Pope

New Century Middle (910) 947-1301 1577 Union Church Rd, Cameron 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Grades: 6-8 Principal: Robin Calcutt

Pinckney Academy (910)-947-2603 160 Pinckney Rd, Carthage 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Vocational/Alternative Principal: Kelvin Watson

Pinehurst Elementary (910) 295-6969 100 Dundee Road, Pinehurst 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Ashlee Ciccone

Robbins Elementary (910) 948-2411 268 Rushwood Rd, Robbins 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Judy Heffner

Carthage Elementary

Sandhills Farm Life Elementary

(910) 947-2781 312 Rockingham St., Carthage 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Denny Ferguson

(910) 949-2501 2201 Farm Life School Rd, Carthage 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Nora McNeill

Southern Pines Primary (910) 692-8659 1250 W. New York Ave., Southern Pines 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-2 Principal: Tonya Wagner

Vass-Lakeview Elementary (910) 245-3444 141 James St., Vass 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Bridget Johnson

West End Elementary (910) 673-6691 4483 N.C. 211, West End 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Leigh Ann McClendon

West Pine Elementary (910) 673-2004 272 Archie Rd, West End 7:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

Grades: K-5 Principal: Kim Bullard

West Pine Middle (910) 673-1464 144 Archie Rd, West End 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Grades: 6-8 Principal: Dr. Candace Tuck

Westmoore Elementary (910) 464-3401 2159 S. N.C. 705, Seagrove 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: K-8 Principal: Lisa Scott

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Educational Options Abound Charter Schools The Academy of Moore County Kindergarten - Fifth Grade 12588 U.S. 15-501, Aberdeen • (910) 757-0401 www.academyofmoorecounty.com Principal: Allyson Schoen The school opened in 1997 to students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Its mission is to pursue the N.C. core curriculum. Class size at The Academy of Moore County is less than 20 students per class. The school follows a uniformed dress code. The Academy of Moore County operates on a year-round schedule.

STARS — Sandhills Theatre Arts Renaissance Kindergarten - Eighth Grade 140 Southern Dunes Drive, Southern Pines (910) 695-1004 www.starscharter.org Principal: Wes Graner Sandhills Theatre Arts Renaissance School (STARS), established in 1999, is recognized as one of 42 “A-plus” (arts plus the basics) schools in North Carolina. STARS combines an integrated arts curriculum with experiences in the visual arts, drama, music and dance/movement.

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Covenant Preparatory School Kindergarten - 12th Grade 1305 Hulsey Road, Carthage, NC 28387 (910) 673-1025 or (201) 417-0481 www.covenantprep.com • covenantprep@hotmail.com Principal: Paul J. Rizzo Covenant Preparatory School is an affordable, classical, Christian University Model School® located in Carthage. Covenant Prep began in the fall of 2013 with about 30 students enrolled from kindergarten through 12th grade. Its model of education marries the best of traditional Christian school with home schooling at an affordable price. Students attend classes on campus three days per week while spending the other two days at home with teacher-directed lesson plans. This allows families more time with their children to impart their Christian faith and values, while giving them a solid academic foundation.

Private Schools Calvary Christian School Day Care ages 2-5 Kindergarten - 12th Grade 400 S. Bennett St., Southern Pines • (910) 692-8311 www.calvarychristianschool.biz Principal: Dwight Creech Started as an alternative to public schools to offer and reflect a Christian philosophy, Calvary Christian School’s curriculum focuses on the basics, including reading, writing and arithmetic. exploremoorenc.com

Episcopal Day School (EDS) Pre-school (3-year-olds) - Fifth Grade 340 E. Massachusetts Ave., Southern Pines • (910) 692-3492 www.episcopalday.org Head of Schools: Tom Brereton The mission at Episcopal Day School is to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning in a Christian community that treasures courage, leadership and excellence. EDS has happy students with caring teachers. EDS seeks to educate the whole child in mind, body and spirit.

Highland Christian Academy Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade 5587 U.S. 1 North, Vass • (910) 695-0494 Headmaster: William Vaughn Longleaf Academy Kindergarten - Eighth Grade 600 Valley View Road, Southern Pines • (910) 692-2665 www.longleafacademy.com Executive Director: Jill Dejak Principal: Jennifer Watson The Longleaf Academy is a private day school for children with specific learning differences, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, AD/HD and other learning disabilities. Longleaf Academy focuses on a 4-to-1 student/teacher ratio in all language areas.

The O’Neal School Pre-K (3-year-olds) - 12th Grade 3300 Airport Road, Southern Pines • (910) 692-6920 www.onealschool.org Headmaster: John C. Elmore A college preparatory school, The O’Neal School is dedicated to the development of academic excellence, strength of character and physical well-being of its students in an environment where integrity, selfdiscipline and consideration for others are fundamental.

The O’Neal School has 100 percent college acceptance.

The school uses an indexed tuition model.

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St. John Paul II Catholic School Pre-K (4 year olds) - Eighth Grade 2922 Camp Easter Rd, Southern Pines • (910) 692-6241 www.jp2catholicschool.org Principal: Dr. Janice Jett St. John Paul II Catholic School is dedicated to forming the hearts and minds of its students according to the teachings of the Catholic faith with the highest standard of academic excellence. St. John Paul II offers a rich and challenging curriculum for grades Pre-K4 through eighth grade at its 20-acre campus on Camp Easter Road. The school is affordable and accessible to all children in the Sandhills region.

Contact Dr. Jett at (910) 692-6241.

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Rainbow Baptist Church School Third Grade - Eighth Grade 702 W. Saunders Ave., Aberdeen • (910) 944-2799 Principal: K. Wayne Jones Sandhills Classical Christian School Preschool - 10th Grade 387 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines • (910) 695-1874 www.sandhillsccs.org • office@sandhillsccs.org Principal: Alan Marshall Sandhills Classical Christian School (SCCS) is a private, interdenominational school in Southern Pines, guided by the mission of graduating citizens of excellence who observe, think, and articulate with humility, reason, and clarity for the glory of God. SCCS serves over 300 students in preschool through high school on a modified 10-month calendar. The core of the Classical teaching method is the trivium, a division of learning into three stages: Grammar (kindergarten - fifth), Logic (sixth - eighth), and Rhetoric (ninth - twelfth). Teaching styles in each stage are tailored to match the brain’s natural development. SCCS students learn to think for themselves through logic and faith, shaping not just what they know, but who they become. Visit www. sandhillsccs.org for more.

Solid Rock Christian School Pre-school for ages 2-4 and Kindergarten - 12th Grade 311 E. Maple St., Aberdeen • (910) 944-2099 Principal: Thomas Conway

Learning Centers Cyber Ed Learning Centers 760 S. Bennett St., Southern Pines • (910) 246-2211 Owner: Sharyn Trinko Director: Lin Rock www.cyberedkids.com

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Higher Education Sandhills Community College www.sandhills.edu • (910) 692-6185 Chartered in 1963, Sandhills Community College officially opened Oct. 1, 1965, and was the first comprehensive community college in North Carolina to offer a college transfer program. Current offerings include 39 associate degrees, 13 diplomas and 37 certificates. SCC also offers a large number of continuing education courses in technology, career training, public safety, creative living and college and career development. There is a Small Business Center and two divisions where classes and certificates are available online. The SCC Athletic Program offers men’s basketball (2012 National Champions), women’s volleyball, and men’s and women’s golf. A board of trustees governs the college and is composed of appointees by the governor, the Moore County Board of Commissioners and the Moore County Board of Education. The main campus is located on Airport Road in Pinehurst. The college also offers classes at the Sandhills Hoke Center in Raeford, The Westmoore Center in Robbins and the Larry R. Caddell Public Safety Training Center in Carthage.

University of North Carolina Pembroke at Sandhills Community College www.sandhills.edu/usp/uncp.html • (910) 521-6262 When UNCP opened as Croatan Normal School in 1887, 15 students and one teacher attended. Now, UNCP enrolls more than 6,000 students. A satellite campus is located locally on the grounds of Sandhills Community College.

The local campus offers three undergraduate and five graduate programs, including Business Administration, Nursing, Social Work, Master’s Degree in School Administration, Reading, Public Administration (online), Elementary Education, Business Administration and Interdisciplinary Studies Interested students must apply for admission. For information, contact Rebecca Roberts, program coordinator, email: rebecca.roberts @uncp.edu,

phone: (910) 695-3919. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Kennedy Hall, K156, SCC, or check out the website.

St. Andrews Presbyterian College at Sandhills Community College (910) 695-3888 • sapc.edu St. Andrews Presbyterian College offers evening, weekend and hybrid classes leading to the bachelor’s degree on the campus of Sandhills Community College. Degree completion or second degree programs are offered in two majors: Elementary Education and Business Administration. In addition, students with bachelor’s degrees may enroll in the K-6 teacher licensure program to become certified teachers. Prospective students may request additional information from St. Andrews @ Sandhills, 115 Wellard Hall, 3295 Airport Road, Pinehurst, 28374. (910) 6953888, (800) 763-0198 or online at sapc.edu.

Home Schooling Information www.ncdnpe.org • (919) 733-4276

Statutes in North Carolina govern the practice of home schooling. The law requires that children receive approved schooling until the age of 16. Currently, Moore County has 637 home schools registered with the N.C. Department of Administration’s Division of Non-Public Education. The estimated enrollment for the county’s home schools is 955 students. There are 65,434 throughout the state’s 100 counties. State law requires anyone who wants to have a home school (two-household schools are permitted) to hold at least a high school diploma or the equivalent, and to operate on a regular schedule during at least a nine-month academic year. Home schools must have records on shots and attendance and must administer nationally standardized achievement tests to students. They are “encouraged” but not required to hold classes at least 180 days a year. exploremoorenc.com

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PET RESOURCES

Dog Parks Offer Pooches A Howling Good Time

The Pet Placement Project (P3) was founded in March 2012. Its goal is to increase the adoption rate and lower the euthanasia rate of adoptable pets at the Animal Center of Moore County, which is located in Carthage. Call (910) 315-0333, email petplacementproject@gmail.com or visit www.mcprc.org/P3.

Moore County’s Animal Control Ordinance is designed to protect the county’s animals from neglect and abuse, promote responsible pet ownership and protect residents from the results of irresponsible pet ownership of others.

Residents are encouraged to check out all the details of the Ordinance at www.moorecountync.gov/acmc/index.html, or call The Animal Center at (910)947-2858.

Appointed by the Moore County Commissioners in early 2006, the mission of the Citizens’ Pet Responsibility Committee is to provide and drive, with the support of the County Commissioners, solutions to the pet overpopulation crisis in Moore County. The Committee pulls together members from various backgrounds and interests. Call (910) 949-9953 or visit mcprc.org.

Martin Park Martin Park is an off-leash dog park located on more than 50 acres of land located at 350 Commerce Ave. in Southern Pines.

It is behind a cul-de-sac at the end of Yadkin Park, off U.S. 15-501, behind Walmart. The dog park allows dogs, accompanied by their owners, to run free for exercise and recreation. There are no fences, but there are trails that wind throughout the 50 acres.

The Southern Pines dog park has rules, including one requiring that dogs be vaccinated and licensed. The dog park has been open for off-leash recreation since the summer of 2000, and so far there have been no problems. The park is managed by the town of Southern Pines. Call (910) 692-2463 or visit www. southernpines.net/recreation.

Pooch Park in the Pines Pooch Park in the Pines provides dogs large and small with a safe, controlled place to roam — unleashed.A joint project between Moore Humane Society and a group of dedicated volunteers called “Pooch Park Partners in the Pines,” the 3 1/2 acre park is the county’s first fully fenced-in dog park. Members must have a pass code to enter. Located across the street from the Moore County Airport on Old N.C. 22, Pooch Park in the Pines is a wellmaintained canine paradise open to members only. The Pooch Park is open seven days a week from dawn to dusk. Memberships start at $35 for the first dog and $15 for the second dog. There is a limit of three dogs per household. Visit www.moorehumane. org/PPIP, call (910) 947-2631 or drop a note to Pooch Park in the Pines, P.O. Box 662, Southern Pines, NC 28388.

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Taking a little time to plan ahead makes life calmer and safer for Moore County families and their animals during an emergency. That’s the mission of the County Animal Response Team (CART) and its resulting Animal Response Plan, designed to protect companion animals, livestock and wildlife in the event of a large-scale disaster in Moore County.

Anyone interested in volunteering for CART should call Animal Services at (910) 947-2858 or visit www.ces.ncsu.edu.

When their pets need urgent medical attention outside veterinarians’ normal office hours, dog and cat owners in Moore County can turn to Small Animal Emergency Services. Located on the northbound side of U.S. 1 between Southern Pines and Vass at 5091 U.S. 1, the clinic is open from seven days a week from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. Small Animal Emergency Services is open 24 hours on weekends and holidays.Visit dogcat-er.com or call (910) 246-0405.

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www.thepilot.com To report a lost or found pet, visit thepilot.com for a onestop site to get the word out. The information provided is shared immediately with 11 agencies in the county, ranging from police departments to animal advocate groups. To take advantage of this resource, go to thepilot.com, click the “Submit” drop down menu, and select “Lost Pet” or “Found Pet.” A photo and description of your pet will also appear in the Lost & Found Pets section of the Classifieds free of charge for one week.

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Organizations All Over The County Give Pets A New Leash on Life As a resident of the Sandhills, consider granting a new leash on life by opening your home and heart to one of the area’s many wonderful adoptable pets or by volunteering with one of the groups listed below. There are several animal welfare groups in the area, led by individuals dedicated to improving conditions for unwanted pets.

Animal Advocates of Moore County Inc. (910) 783-7693 229A Ridgeline Dr, Aberdeen www.aamcnc.org • aamc@pinehurst.net A progressive, proactive organization whose mission is to make Moore County a no-kill county. This will be accomplished through an aggressive no-cost spay/neuter program and by educating the public.

Carolina Animal Rescue And Adoption (919) 774-9433 42 Deep River Rd, Sanford www.cara-nc.org A nonprofit organization that promotes responsible pet ownership through education and provides shelter and care to domestic companion animals until a loving, responsible home can be found or lost pets are reunited with their families.

Moore Humane Society (910) 947-2631 • 5355 N.C . 22, Carthage www.moorehumane.org Incorporated in 1966 as a 501(c)(3) organization, Moore Humane Society is the founder of animal welfare in the Sandhills.

The only state-licensed, privately funded animal shelter in Moore County, it rescues, rehabilitates and adopts homeless animals and practices “no-kill” philosophies. Its mission is to ensure that all animals are treated with compassion and respect and to end euthanasia as a means of controlling pet overpopulation in our community.

Sandhills Animal Rescue League Inc. (910) 974-4468 396 Thomas Road,Jackson Springs A nonprofit, no-kill organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of stray and abandoned companion animals, focusing on individualized care and attention. It offers a return policy if the adopted pet is not compatible with the household.

Solutions for Animals Inc. (910) 875-7244 2298 Horace Walters Rd, Raeford www.solutionsforanimals.org An indoor facility for rescued animals.

Adoptions are based on compatibility between the pet and the prospective adopter.

SPAY AND NEUTER SERVICES Companion Animal Clinic of the Sandhills (CAC) The Companion Animal Clinic of the Sandhills Foundation (CAC) is a regional organization that promotes humane and responsible care of companion animals. The foundation’s goal is to eliminate the euthanasia of abandoned and unwanted animals in a ninecounty region, including Moore, Lee, Hoke, Montgomery, Richmond, Harnett, Cumberland, Chatham and Randolph through affordable spay/ neuter with community education, and volunteer involvement. For those who qualify, funds are exploremoorenc.com

available on a limited basis to further subsidize the cost of spay/neuter at the SNVC. Information about the voucher program is available at www.companionanimalclinic. org, the website for the Companion Animal Clinic of the Sandhills Foundation Inc., along with a voucher donor form. The mailing address is P.O. Box 148, Southern Pines 28388. Offices and the clinic are at 5071 U.S. 1, south of Vass. The appointment number is (910) 6923499 (FIXX). The clinic is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Surgeries are scheduled by appointment only.

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The Animal Center of Moore County (910) 947-2858 5235 U.S. Highway 15-501 S., Carthage www.moorecountync.gov/acmc/index.html Provides temporary shelter for Moore County’s abandoned and stray companion animals; promotes placement programs and public education; and enforces state and county animal laws.

The Haven-Friends for Life (910) 875-6768 400 Fulford McMillan Rd,Raeford www.thehaven-friendsforlife.org A large, no-kill shelter accepting strays and unwanted pets. It focuses on high-volume adoptions to stop the convenience killing of healthy adoptable animals.

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A. Teague/E.J. King Pottery 2132 N.C. 705, Seagrove, NC 27341 Avery Pottery and Tileworks (336) 873-7923 636 Potters Way Road Seagrove, NC 27341 Ben Owen Pottery (910) 464-2261, (336) 879-2262 www.benowenpottery.com 2199 South N.C. 705, Seagrove, NC 27341 Cady Clay Works (910) 464-5661 www.cadyclayworks.com 3883 Busbee Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Cagle Road Pottery (336) 879-2802 caglerdpottery@yahoo.com 603 Cagle Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Caldwell Hohl Artworks (336) 879-9090 caldwellhohl@rtmc.net www.caldwellhohl.com 155 Cabin Trail, Seagrove, NC 27341

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Chris Luther Pottery (336) 301-3254 www.chrislutherpottery.com 4823 Busbee Road, Seagrove, NC 27341

Down to Earth (910) 948-2619 or (910) 220-7047 11792 N.C. 24/27, Carthage, NC 28327

Chrisco Pottery (336) 879-5272 1360 N.C. 705 S., Seagrove, NC 27341

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Dean and Martin Pottery (336) 879-0683 www.deanandmartinpottery.com 7739 Nathan Lane, Seagrove, NC 27341

Freeman Pottery (910) 673-2044 bfoushee@triad.rr.com 1147 McDuffie Road, P.O. Box 283, Eagle Springs, NC 27242

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From the Ground Up (910) 464-6228 www.fromthegrounduppots.com 172 Crestwood Road, Robbins, NC 27325

JLK Jewelry at Jugtown Pottery (910) 464-2653 www.jlkjewelry.com 330 Jugtown Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Lantern Hill Pottery (336) 873-8222 lanternhillpottery.com In-Town Store: 110 East Ave., Seagrove, NC 27341 Linda Dalton Pottery (910) 947-5325 www.lindadaltonpottery.com Email: lindaandjim@lindadalton pottery.com 250 Oakhurst Vista, West End, NC 27376

Dixieland Pottery (336) 873-8463 www.dixielandpottery.com 1162 Cagle Loop Road, Seagrove, NC 27341

Hickory Hill Pottery (910) 464-3166 4539 Busbee Road, Seagrove, NC 27341

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McKay Pottery (336) 879-4255 bmckay@rtmc.net 2596 Pottery Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 McNeills Pottery (336) 879-3002 mcneillpotts@rtmc.net 1208 Upper Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Moore Pots (910) 464-1453, (910) 464-3323 333 Jugtown Road, Seagrove, NC, 27341 Nichols Pottery (910) 948-4392 (336) 879-4207 www.nicholspotteryshop.com Gallery: 1400 South N.C. 705, Seagrove, NC 27341 O’Quinn Pottery (910) 464-5125 4456 Busbee Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Original Owens Pottery (910) 464-3553 3728 Busbee Road, Seagrove, NC 27341

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Seagrove Pottery of the Sandhills — A pottery gallery (910) 420-8056 www.pinehurstpotery.com 1680 N.C. 5,Aberdeen, NC 28315 Smith Pottery (336) 879-1174 smithpottery@rtmc.net 743 S. N.C. 705, Seagrove, NC 27341 Stuempfle Pottery www.stuempflepottery.com david@stuempflepottery.com 1224 Dover Church Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Teague’s Frogtown Pottery (910) 948-3540 179 Frogtown Road, Eagle Springs, NC 27242 Thomas Pottery (336) 879-4145 www.thomaspottery.com 1295 S. N.C. 705, Seagrove, NC 27341 Triple C Pottery (910) 464-3635 www.triplecpottery.us 3267 Big Oak Church Road, Eagle Springs, NC 27242 Westmoore Pottery (910) 464-3700 www.westmoorepottery.com 4622 Busbee Road, Seagrove, NC 27341 Williams Pottery (910) 464-2120 2170 Dan Road, Robbins, NC 27325 exploremoorenc.com

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BUSINESS RESOURCES

Health Services, Education Remain County’s Top Employers

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he list of Moore County’s largest employers continues to be headed by FirstHealth of the Carolinas, the Moore County school system and Pinehurst Resort. Each of the top three businesses has more than 1,000 workers.

Here is a listing of the county’s top 25 employers as of the second quarter of 2015, according to the N.C. Division of Employment Security.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

First Health Of The Carolinas Inc Moore County Schools Pinehurst LLC County Of Moore St Joseph Of The Pines Hospital Inc Sandhills Community College Wal-Mart Associates Inc Pinehurst Medical Clinic Inc

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Other resources in Moore County for entrepreneurs and business owners include:

Food Lion Pinehurst Surgical Clinic PA Ingersoll Rand Financial Svcs Lee Electrical Construction Inc Gentle Touch Home Care LLC Burfords Tree Surgeons Inc Lowes Food Stores Inc Episcopal Home For The Ageing In NC Dept Of Transportation Town Of Southern Pines Harris Teeter Lowes Home Centers Inc Country Club Of North Carolina Inc Kolcraft Enterprises Inc Mcdonald’s Franschisee Carolina Eye Associates PA Village Of Pinehurst

Partners in Progress Pat Corso, executive director.

(910) 246-0311

Small Business Center Lori Williams, executive director.

(910) 695-3938

Moore County Chamber of Commerce.

Linda Parsons, president and CEO. (910) 692-3926

Southern Pines Business Association Kimberly Daniels Taws, president.

(910) 315-6508

Pinehurst-Southern PinesAberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Caleb Miles, president and CEO. 800-346-5362

Pinehurst Business Partners 910-295-7462 PinehurstBusinessPartners.com

Moore County NCWorks Career Center in Aberdeen (910) 944-7697

Customized employee training Alan Duncan, associate dean of continuing education at Sandhills Community College.

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VOLUNTEERS

Lend a Helping Hand Whether you have a few hours a week or only a day or two a month, there are plenty of opportunities in Moore County for you to get involved and volunteer your time and skills. Following is a list of organizations and companies that welcome your support for projects of all sizes and commitments: Photo by Brandi Swarms

AARP Tax-Aide The Moore County Tax-Aide program provides state and federal income tax counseling and preparation services to middle- and low-income taxpayers with special attention to those 60 and older.

Volunteers are needed each winter to participate in training each January, leading to IRS certification as a tax counselor. Once certified, volunteers serve up to two each fourhour shifts per week during income tax preparation time, February 1 to April 15. You do not have to be an AARP member to participate. Contact D. Paul Klein at (910) 585-7130 or email DP@Klein.net.

American Red Cross Moore County Chapter The American Red Cross has been serving Moore County since 1917, providing housing, food, clothing and support to military families and those displaced from their homes by disaster.

Support, both voluntary and financial, is welcome. Contact the Moore County Chapter at (910) 692-8571, drop by 115 E. Pennsylvania Ave., by mail at P.O. Box 407, Southern Pines, NC 28387 or visit www.redcross.org/nc/southernpines.

BackPack Pals As part of this program of the Sandhills Branch of the Food Bank of Central and

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Eastern North Carolina in cooperation with Moore County Schools, volunteers assist with packing backpacks at the Food Bank as well as delivering the backpacks. The program provides nutritious foods to children identified to have little or nothing to eat over the weekend. Contact Joanne Conrad at (910) 692-5959, ext. 2407.

Communities In Schools Communities In Schools is seeking adult volunteers. You can make a difference in a child’s life! CIS currently has waiting lists of youth needing supportive adults to empower them to succeed in school and achieve in life. Communities In Schools’ office is located at 300 Kelly Road, Suite D, Pinehurst. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Thursday. Contact the Communities In Schools Mentor Coordinator at bryana@cismoore.org or at (910) 295-1072 or visit cismoore.org.

FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital Volunteers are needed to assist in a variety of departments and areas, ranging from patient transportation services and the gift shop to office volunteers. Call (910) 715-1266.

FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative Care Volunteer opportunities include patient

care, bereavement, office support and special projects, as well as volunteers as receptionists, gift shop clerks and patient-family volunteers in Hospice House setting. Call (910) 715-6000.

Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills Volunteer opportunities are available on construction sites, in the Moore Store and in the Habitat office. No previous experience is necessary.

Contact Ariadne DeGarr, volunteer coordinator, at (910) 295-1934, ext. 234, or at adegarr@sandhillshabitat.org.

Visit www.sandhillshabitat.org.

Meals on Wheels of the Sandhills Volunteers are needed to pick up and deliver noon meals on weekdays to recipients in Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen and Pinebluff areas, before returning containers to the kitchen. Call (910) 692-0384, email rklistrom@yahoo.com or visit mealsonwheelsofthesandhills.com.

MIRA USA MIRA is the only organization in the United States that provides guide dogs to blind youngsters between the ages of 11 and 17, and we provide them free of charge. Volunteers help us with one-time special events such as fairs, runs, wine tastings; helping in our office with our

program archives, mailings, computer research; collecting coin banks; and helping with our students and their families when they come for evaluation weekends. Our volunteers are a vital part of our MIRA family. “Our guide dogs give blind children a new leash on life.”

MIRA is located at 77 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Call (910) 944-7757.

Moore County Advisory Committee The Moore County Nursing/Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee, volunteers appointed by the county board of commissioners, are local residents who have made the commitment to make unannounced quarterly visits to long term care facilities, talk with the residents about their care, and ensure that the spirit of the residents’ bill of rights is maintained. In addition to visiting nursing homes and adult care homes, CAC members serve as a nucleus for increased community involvement in the facilities, promote community education and awareness of the needs of residents in long term care facilities, and work toward keeping the public informed about all aspects of long term care. Call (910) 295-4081.

Moore County Historical Association The association needs tour guides, exploremoorenc.com

people to help in the office and with special events. Call the MCHA at (910) 692-2051, visit www.moorehistory. com or email info@moorehistory.org.

Moore County Literacy Council The Literacy Council needs volunteer tutors to work one-on-one with adult basic education students who speak English or English as a second language.

A person does not have to be a trained educator to volunteer. Volunteers must complete a one-hour orientation session and a 12-hour tutor training course. They will receive materials for working with their students. The tutoring occurs at a variety of sites, but primarily at the Southern Pines location, 575 SE Broad St. Most tutors commit to 1 1/2 to 2 hours a week with their students. Call Kris Dahlberg at (910) 692-5954, visit mcliteracy.org or email betsy@mcliteracy.org.

a volunteer, you will find that your experiences, knowledge and life skills are a rich resource. In return for your gifts, volunteering offers the chance to make new friends, participate in social activities and receive recognition for a job well done. Residents 55 years of age or older are eligible to register in the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program.

RSVP is part of the Corporation for National and Community Service and is sponsored locally by Moore County.

A local advisory council assists and supports the staff in forming local policy. RSVP offers additional benefits to Moore County volunteers such as supplemental volunteer insurance, tax vouchers, eligibility for membership in the local government credit union, a quarterly newsletter and invitations to special activities and events throughout the year. Contact Tommy Deese at (910) 215-0900..

Moore County RSVP RSVP offers a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the county.

Whether you have one hour per month or several per week to give back to your community, there is something to fit everyone’s interests, talents or skills.

The office works to meet community needs byproviding assistance through volunteer service in more than 44 nonprofit and public agencies. As

Moore County Schools More than 7,000 volunteers donate their time each year to assist with a variety of activities that ultimately provide a better learning experience for children.

Volunteer opportunities range from tutors, mentors and classroom or clerical support to lunch and reading buddies.

Prospective volunteers should visit ncmcs.org. For more information, contact the volunteer coordinators at the school

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at which you would like to volunter or visit www.ncmcs.org/page/6481.

Moore Free Care Clinic The Moore Free Care Clinic, 211 Trimble Plant Road, Southern Pines, provides high-quality primary and preventive medical care and offers enrollment aid for pharmaceutical patient assistance programs and drug discount cards.

The medical programs offered include primary care, preventive care, offsite specialty care referrals, focused laboratory and diagnostic testing, and health education and resources. Services are provided for any resident of Moore County who lacks health insurance and whose income is at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines.

Patient care at the clinic is provided by physicians, physicians’ assistants and nurses, as well as volunteers. All medical providers are licensed by the state.

The clinic office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, for previously scheduled eligibility screening appointments. If you would like to volunteer, call (910) 246-5333, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., or go to moorefreecare.org. The medical clinic is open Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. Walk-ins are not accepted.

Pinehurst Civic Group The Pinehurst Civic Group is a community service group founded in 1977. Its goal is to be nonpartisan advocates for an informed and involved citizenry. Membership is open to any resident or property owner in Pinehurst over the age of 18. Membership for a family is $25. The PCG holds several events each year, including a Forum, the Pinehurst Expo and candidates’ debates.

Visit www.pinehurstcivicgroup.net or call Melissa Swarbrick at (910) 603-1701.

Pinehurst Conservation Commission Established in 2003 as part of the village’s Comprehensive Long-Range Plan, the Pinehurst Conservation Commission’s mission is to determine and promote the conservation goals of the village. Over the past several years, the Conservation Commission has performed a number of activities, including educational workshops, Arbor Day, and promoting conservation by participating in community events.

Committees are always looking for new volunteers. Because the

Commission feels the impact of its activities reaches beyond Pinehurst, it welcomes participation of residents elsewhere in the area. The Pinehurst Conservation Commission typically meets the first Monday of every other month, beginning in January, in the Council Conference room of the Village Hall at 395 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst.

Contact the Planning and Inspections Department at (910) 295-2581.

Pinehurst Surgical If interested in participating in Pinehurst Surgical’s Volunteer Guest Relations program, call (910) 295-6831.

Sandhills Community College Volunteers can become part of the Sandhills Community College family.

Opportunities exist in our Library, our Gardens, in Continuing Education, in the Center for Creative Living and in the Tutoring Center. Contact Nancy Heilman at heilmann@sandhills.edu Sandhills/Moore Coalition for Human Care The Coalition was established in 1986 “to meet the emergency needs of our Moore County neighbors by providing food, clothing and financial resources and to collaborate with appropriate agencies for clients with on-going needs.

Today, the mission is made possible by support received from throughout the community and a dedicated cadre of volunteers. The Coalition offers a variety of volunteer opportunities and time commitments depending on individual interests. Call (910) 693-1600 or visit www. sandhillscoalition.org.

The Citizens’ Pet Responsibility Committee The Citizens’ Pet Responsibility Committee focuses on education in the schools by presenting a six-session Pet Responsibility program, which is now presented to all 1,000plus fourth-graders in all Moore County public schools and has also expanded to the private school sector. The program explores and encourages responsibility, accountability, respect, commitment, advocacy and courage, all within the context of caring for the domesticated animals that share our lives. Volunteers are the backbone of the program, and new volunteers are always welcome. All that is required is a love of animals and a desire to share that passion with fourth-graders. Call (910) 949-9953 or visit mcprc.org.

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golf Designer: Gary Player

Moore County and Area Golf Courses

Pinehurst Resort and CC Pinehurst, Semiprivate (910) 295-6811 No. 1 Last renovation: 2012 Designer: Ben Crenshaw/ Bill Coore No. 2 Last renovation: 2011 Designer: Ben Crenshaw/ Bill Coore No. 3 Last renovation: 1961 Designer: Donald Ross

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Bayonet at Puppy Creek Raeford, Public Designer: Willard Byrd (910) 904-1500 Beacon Ridge CC Seven Lakes West, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1988 Designer: Gene Hamm (910) 673-2950 The Bluff Pinebluff, Public (910) 281-0275 CC of North Carolina Pinehurst , Private Designer: Willard Byrd, Robert T. Jones (910) 692-6565 Dogwood Last renovation: 1999 Designer: E. Maples/ Arthur Hills Cardinal (1-5, 15-18) Last renovation: 2001 Designer: Arthur Hills Cardinal (6-14) Last renovation: 2001 Designer: Arthur Hills

CC of Whispering Pines Whispering Pines, Semiprivate Designer: Ellis Maples (910) 949-3000

The Pines Course Last renovation: 1962 The River Course Last renovation: 1959

Deercroft GC Near Aberdeen, Semiprivate Last renovation: 2011 Designer: Kyle Franz (910) 369-3107 Dormie Club West End, Semiprivate Last renovation: 2010 Designer: Ben Crenshaw/ Bill Coore (910) 215-4587 Forest Creek GC Pinehurst, Private Last renovation: 2005 Designer: Tom Fazio (910) 693-1996 North Course South Course

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Foxfire Resort and GC Foxfire Village, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1989 Designer: Gene Hamm (910) 295-5555

Grey Fox Course Red Fox Course

Hyland GC Southern Pines, Public Last renovation: 2010 Designer: Tom Jackson (910) 692-6400 Knollwood Fairways Southern Pines, Public Last renovation: 1964 Designer: C.A. Pitts (910) 692-3572 Legacy Golf Links Aberdeen, Public Last renovation: 2011 Designer: Jack Nicklaus II (910) 944-8825 Little River Golf and Resort Carthage, Public Last renovation: 2005 Designer: Dan Maples (910) 949-4600

Longleaf Golf and CC Southern Pines, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1988 Designer: Dan Maples (910) 692-6100 Mid Pines Inn and GC Southern Pines, Public and Resort Last renovation: 2005 Designer: Donald Ross (910) 692-2114 Mid South Club Southern Pines, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1993 Designer: Arnold Palmer (910) 695-3193 Midland CC Pinehurst, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1977 Designer: Tom Jackson (910) 295-3241 Pine Needles Lodge and GC Southern Pines, Resort Last renovation: 2004 Designer: Donald Ross/ John Fought (910) 692-7111

No. 4 Last renovation: 1999 Designer: Tom Fazio No. 5 Last renovation: 1974 Designer: Ellis Maples No. 6 Last renovation: 2004 Designer: George and Tom Fazio No. 7 Last renovation: 2002 Designer: Rees Jones No. 8 Last renovation: 1996 Designer: Tom Fazio No. 9 Last renovation: 2012 Designer: Jack Nicklaus (910) 295-4300

Pinewild CC Pinehurst, Semiprivate (910) 295-5145 Magnolia Last renovation: 2007 Designer: Gene Hamm

Seven Lakes CC West End, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1976 Designer: Peter Tufts (910) 673-1092 Southern Pines GC Southern Pines, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1984 Designer: Donald Ross (910) 692-6551 Talamore Resort Southern Pines, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1991 Designer: Rees Jones (910) 692-5884 Whispering Woods GC Whispering Pines, Semiprivate Last renovation: 1971 Designer: Ellis Maples (800) 607-2875 Woodlake CC Vass, Semiprivate (910) 245-4031

Palmer Course Last renovation: 1996 Designer: Arnold Palmer

Maples Course Last renovation: 1996 Designer: Ellis and Dan Maples

Public courses are open to all; private clubs are for members only; semiprivate courses offer rounds to resort and member play; and resorts cater to guests.

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he eyes of the golf world were on the “Home of American Golf” in June 2014.

The United States Golf Association and Pinehurst No. 2 made history when the famed Donald Ross layout was the scene of back-toback U.S. Opens in June. It was the first time the USGA has ever held its two main championships on the same course in consecutive weeks. And the effort came off with out a hitch.

The back-to-back tournaments produced some impressive champions, with Martin Kaymer running away with the men’s title and Michelle Wie breaking through in a big way to win her first major.

Kaymer led from start to finish, posting an eight-stroke win to claim his second major championship, while Wie was steady all week in posting a twoshot win. Pinehurst No. 2 underwent an extensive renovation three years ago, with the removal of the rough being one of the highlights of the work done by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore. The idea behind the renovation was to return the course to the original design created by the legendary Ross.

The U.S. Open has been held at No. 2 three times—1999, 2005 and 2014, while the Women’s U.S. Open had never been held on No. 2.

But it is not like the women have never competed in an Open in the area. Pine Needles, located in Southern Pines, has been host to three Women’s U.S. Opens, the last one held in 2007.

And that brings up another renovation that has captured the attention of the golfing public: Mid Pines, located across the street from Pine Needles. All three of the courses are Donald Ross designs.

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Owned and operated by the Bell family that is spearheaded by matriarch Peggy Kirk Bell, Mid Pines was reopened three years ago after undergoing several months of renovation. Again, like with No. 2, the desire was to return the course as near as possible to the original Ross design. The leader of the project was Kyle Franz, of KMF Golf Course Design, who was involved with the restoration of No. 2.

The greens, which have always been recognized as either the charm or the curse of Mid Pines, depending on the golfer, were convertedfrom bentgrass to a strain of Bermuda MiniVerde that is more heat- and wearresistant. Bunkers were restored and some were strategically relocated to create the original Ross intent.

Areas bordering the fairways were restored to the original look of sand and wire grass, creating the natural look that Coore and Crenshaw utilized with such great effect on Pinehurst No. 2.

Although the Ross courses have been an attention grabber for the golf world, the area is far from limited in its offerings.

In fact, Pinehurst Resort just added to its stable of eight courses when it bought National, the only Jack Nicklaus designed course in the county, prior to the Opens and renamed it Pinehurst No. 9.

Including the courses mentioned above, there are almost 40 other courses dotting the map in Moore County, ranging from the international acclaim of the Ross courses to nine-hole walking friendly tracts such as Midland and Knollwood Fairways. In other words, you do not have to be a Martin Kaymer or a Michelle Wie to enjoy golf in Moore County. Whatever your skill set, or your time frame, there is a course in Moore County that will be right up your fairway.

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Playgrounds, Parks Let You Take the Fun Outside Parks and playgrounds may include ball fields, tennis courts, play equipment, basketball courts, hiking trails, lakes, fishing, sand volleyball courts,

horseshoe courts, shuffleboard courts, outdoor picnic grills, fitness areas and racquetball courts. Restrooms may also be available.

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Rounds Park 570 Pee Dee Road

Aberdeen Lake Park Off U.S. 1, across from historic downtown Aberdeen.

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Cannon Park 90 Woods Road

Colonial Heights Park 504 Park Dr.

Pinehurst Greenway System Call (910) 295-2817

Ray’s Mill Park 837 Saunders Blvd.

Rassie Wicker Park 10 Wicker Drive

Sharpe Park 200 E. Maple Ave.

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All Southern Pines parks are open from sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted.

Hillcrest Park 155 Hillcrest Park Lane, intersection of U.S. 15-501 and N.C. 22, Carthage, (910) 947-2504

Downtown Park 145 SE Broad Street

Lake Luke Marion Pinehurst Avenue

Martin Park 350 Commerce Ave

Nancy Kiser Park Rockingham and South McNeill (N.C. 22) streets in Carthage.

Memorial Park 210 Memorial Court Morganton Road Sports Complex 100 Fire Lane, (910) 692-2463 Pool Park 730 S. Henley St Reservoir Park 300 Reservoir Park Road, off N.C. 22 (910) 692-2463

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Camelot Playground At Cannon Park

Berkeley Park 704 Keyser St., near Aberdeen Primary School.

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Robbins Davis Park 4799 N.C. 705, Davis Community Center Milliken Park 541 Park Avenue Tracy Brown Park 110 South Rockingham St.

Sandhurst Park 134 Barcroft Court Hillcrest Park

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Parks and Recreation Offer Fun For All Ages

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TOWN OF SOUTHERN PINES RECREATION AND PARKS FACILITY MAP

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oore County offers four parks and recreation departments. Recreational opportunities range from senior activities to trips and tours to arts and crafts and special programs.

The departments also are involved in organizing and running sport leagues — for youth, adults and seniors. These leagues include sports such as baseball, basketball, golf and tennis.

The four departments operate independently and usually have different price structures for residents and non-residents.

Aberdeen Parks and Recreation 301 Lake Park Crossing, Aberdeen • (910) 944-7275 www.townofaberdeen.net This department serves the residents of the town of Aberdeen. In addition to maintaining parks and facilities, the department offers programs for seniors, such as chair exercises, art classes and Senior Fit, as well as programs and athletic activities for youth and adults. The Parks and Recreation Department also sponsors special events such as Fun Family Fourth of July.

Southern Pines Recreation and Parks Campbell House 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines • (910) 692-2463 www.southernpines.net/recreation Douglass Community Center 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines • (910) 692-7376 The Recreation and Parks Department offers many innovative and traditional activities, programs and special events for area seniors. These recreational services and opportunities are available on a yearround basis.

Pinehurst Parks and Recreation Village Hall 395 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst • (910) 295-2817 www.vopnc.org This department serves the residents of the village of Pinehurst, offering programs, athletic leagues, special events, parks and facilities.

Moore County Parks and Recreation 155 Hillcrest Park Lane, Carthage • (910) 947-2504 This department provides leisure services to residents of Moore Countywith first priority to youth and seniors. exploremoorenc.com

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Southern Pines Greenway System Southern Pines Recreation and Parks Department is leading the way in the Sandhills area with its Greenway Trail System. Pedestrian and bicycle use are allowed.

Forest Creek Greenway When complete, this trail will connect Longleaf Greenway to the Forest Creek Development, to The O'Neal School, and to N.C. 22 at Nicks Creek. This greenway trail is over four miles long.

David R. White Greenway Reservoir Park – Approximately two miles long, the trail wanders the scenic 95-acre lake and features the “Beaver Dam Boardwalk” and two scenic overlooks.

Mill Creek Greenway This one mile section of trail connects Reservoir Park to the Warrior Woods residential area. Future plans add another three miles of trail through Warrior Woods and to the Carolina golf community.

Longleaf Greenway Approximately one mile in length, this greenway connects the Pine Grove Village, Talamore, and Longleaf neighborhoods to the Reservoir Park and Forest Creek Greenways.

Nick’s Creek Greenway 7200 N.C. 22 Highway, Southern Pines, NC 28387. More than 3 1/2 miles of trail connects Reservoir Park to N.C. 22.

This quiet trail connects with Forest Creek Greenway.

Pinehurst Greenway System The Pinehurst Greenway System currently has 5.8 miles of trail completed out of the total of 24 miles planned in the Greenway Master Plan. Trails are for pedestrian and bicycling access only Motorized vehicles, such as golf carts, are not allowed on the trails.

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HIKING TRAILS • • • • • •

Aberdeen Lake — U.S. 1, Aberdeen Cannon Memorial Park — N.C. 211 at Rattlesnake Trail, Pinehurst Lake Luke Marion — Pinehurst Avenue, Carthage Reservoir Park — N.C. 22, Southern Pines Sandhills Community College — Airport Road, Southern Pines Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve — Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines

CROQUET

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Think croquet is just something you do for fun in the backyard? Not in Pinehurst.

On impeccably manicured lawns adjacent to the Pinehurst Resort golf clubhouse, sternfaced competitors wield mallets with intensity comparable to that displayed by golfers on the historic links nearby.

The resort even has a croquet pro on staff to supervise competition and help players improve their game.

The annual tournament, held at Pinehurst eachApril, is a throwback to Victorian England.

The fuzzy tennis ball is a busy critter in the Sandhills.

Although the sport plays second fiddle to golf, there are more than 100 tennis courts in Moore County that stay active during the warmer months.

Certified instruction is available at many court locations, and daily clinics or night play also are available.

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Disc Golf Catches Flight In Moore County

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isc golf is the latest sporting craze to sweep across the Sandhills.

A sport formalized in the 1970s, disc golf is played much like traditional golf. Instead of hitting a ball with a club, players throw a disc from a tee area to a target or “hole” — the most common is an elevated basket.

The sport follows many of the same rules as golf with players trying to complete the course in the fewest number of throws possible. Players complete a hole when their disc is supported by either the basket or chains of the target.

Moore County offers disc golf enthusiasts three courses on which to play: Carthage Moore County’s Hillcrest Park, 155 Hillcrest Park Lane in Carthage, has an 18-hole disc golf course.

Pinehurst The village of Pinehurst disc golf course was expanded in 2012 to 18 holes. The new course is located off Chicken Plant Road on 67 acres owned by the village for a future park.

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Southern Pines Located at the Reservoir Park area, the Southern Pines disc golf course begins near the parking lot and covers 18 holes, stretching along one side of the reservoir. Each hole is a par-3. Rules, score cards and a course map are available online at www.southernpines.net/Recreation/Parks.aspx.

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oore County is world-renowned for golf, but for those interested in viewing the world from horseback, the Sandhills provides a wealth of opportunity. The gateway to the Sandhills from the north, the Walthour-Moss Foundation is an equestrian paradise. Since 1978, the foundation has provided miles and miles of longleaf pinelined sand trails for pleasure riders, carriage drivers and foxhunters.

Established upon the death of William O. “Pappy” Moss to ensure the preservation of the open land he and his wife, Virginia “Ginnie” Walthour Moss so treasured, the foundation now encompasses more than 4,000 acres and is the home to the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, and a number of other varieties of birds, deer, raccoons, opossums, red and grey foxes, and rare fox squirrels, as well as a number of rare plant species.

In 2013, 2,800 acres of the Walthour-Moss Foundation property was named to the National Register of Historic Places, serving to further protect the unique property from development for years to come. (www.walthour-moss.org) A few miles to the west in the village of Pinehurst lies the historic Pinehurst Harness Track. Officially opened in 1915, the Harness Track features 110 acres, three training tracks, an open air all-weather show ring, 18 barns and the historic Fair Barn.

Named to the National Register of Historic Places on Nov. 22, 1992, the Harness Track has served as a winter training facility for Standardbred horses since 1915 and is currently also the venue for a winter dressage series, a nationally recognized fall dressage show and spring matinee races. It is also the home of the Carolina Polocrosse Club, which hosts tournaments annually in May and September. (www.pinehurstharness.org) Twelve or so miles to the east, just inside the Hoke County line, is the Carolina Horse Park. Founded in 1997, the horse park is located on 250 acres and features 192 permanent stalls, three show jumping rings, a dressage area with space for up to seven rings, six championshiplevel cross country courses, driving obstacles and a 7/8-mile steeplechase track, all with ideal footing.

Southern Pines Horse Trials I and II, Longleaf Pines Horse Trials, Five Points Horse Trials, Cabin Branch Event Series, Southern Pines Combined Driving Event and both “A” and “C” rated hunter/jumper shows are on the schedule for 2015, as is the much anticipated Carolina International CIC and Horse Trial; and the Sandhills annual rite of spring, the 65th running of the annual Stoneybrook Steeplechase, a day of fancy hats, stick horse races, champagne and steeplechase racing. (www.carolinahorsepark.com) A number of more intimate venues offer activities as well, including Foxtrack Farm (www.foxtrack.net)

and Secrist Farm (www.runningstarthorsetrials.com), which sponsor series of schooling horse trials; Antares Dressage (www.antaresdressage.com) and Sporting Services (www.sportingservices.net), which sponsor a series of dressage schooling shows; and Reflections Farm (www.reflectionsfarmnc. com), which conducts a series of dressage and versatility shows and clinics.

Local tack and feed stores Cabin Branch, Moore Equine, Barn Door, Aberdeen Supply and Carthage Farm Supply fulfill the needs of both horses and riders, and serve much as community bulletin boards for the many private lesson barns as well as numerous clubs and activities for local equestrians including: The Moore County Driving Club, which conducts driving clinics, pleasure shows and combined driving events, holds an annual holiday carriage parade and has social outings with lunch and live music and covered dish/ dinner meetings once a month. The club welcomes newcomers and seasoned drivers alike. (www.moore countydrivingclub.com) The Moore County Hounds is a privately owned pack of hounds, but offers a number of opportunities for the public to join during the year, including a series of trail rides with the Masters in April, May and June, a foxhunting clinic in late summer, the annual Hunter Pace in November, and Opening Meet on Thanksgiving Day. Activities are listed in the Hoofbeats section of The Pilot and at www.sporting services.net/Calendar.htm.

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The Carolina Polocrosse Club welcomes members of all riding abilities to join and learn more about the sport that combines elements of polo and lacrosse and is a competitive, yet family friendly, sport. (www carolinapolo crosse.com or email wadel@insulatinginc.com) Prancing Horse Inc. is a PATH recognized therapeutic riding center with three satellite locations.

It serves to provide therapeutic riding services to all those who will benefit. (www.prancing-horse.org) The Southeastern Reining Horse Association is a North Carolina-based affiliate of the National Reining Horse Association, which conducts clinics and shows. Membership includes riders and horse enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels from all walks of life. (www.serha.info) The Moore County Pony Club welcomes riders ages 7-25. Membership offers opportunity to meet fellow young horse lovers, ride with world-class trainers, and compete in a variety of venues and a range of disciplines. Email bethyounger.muddycreekfarm@gmail.com, or angie.thecountrybookshop@gmail.com for more information.

Two Moore County 4-H horse clubs welcome riders up to age 19 and offer opportunities in public speaking, horse knowledge, mounted games and horse showing the Bowlegged Bunch. Email bethyounger.muddy creekfarm@gmail.com and Moore Saddle Time samanthsduclos84@gmail.com.

THE CLUB BEHIND THE HARNESS TRACK

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In 2015, the Pinehurst Harness Track celebrated its 100th anniversary. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1992, the Harness Track serves as a winter training facility for standardbred horses and as a venue for shows and races.

When it opened in 1915, the Harness Track was privately owned and operated by a training club. In addition to owning the land, the club built a barn on the property.

Today, the Harness Track is owned by the village of Pinehurst, but a training club continues to be a driving force at the track.

A registered club for 50 years, the Pinehurst Driving and Training Club is completely volunteer. Its members include owners,

trainers and assistant trainers.

The club is open only to those who work or train at the Harness Track.

Each year, the Pinehurst Driving and Training Club hosts a Spring Matinee Day. Set for Saturday, April 12, the event is open to the public.

The matinee races showcase young horses who have been training at the Harness Track.

The club will put on eight races during the day.

There is no betting on the races, but prizes donated by local merchants will be awarded. The club also holds qualifying races throughout the year For information about the 100-year-old Harness Track, visit the Harness Track link at the village of Pinehurst’s website, www.vopnc.org.

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Get Out and Explore Moore Whether you want to enjoy a glimpse into the past, fancy a hike around a lovely reservoir park, or want to play a round of golf on courses where legends have teed it up, Moore County has plenty to offer fun seekers of all ages, including:

Aberdeen Railroad Museum 100 E. Main St., Aberdeen This Victorian structure, circa 1905, was designed by T.B. Creel and features exhibits of railroad artifacts from the Aberdeen and Rockfish Railroad Company. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the museum features one of only two inspection cars remaining in the United States. A renovated caboose sits on the tracks nearby. Admission is free. Free guided tours are available for groups.

Call Robert Martin at (910) 757-0161.

Aberdeen High School Museum 100 E. Main St., Aberdeen The Aberdeen High School Museum features a collection of memorabilia from Aberdeen schools, especially the high school. The museum is located in the Aberdeen Depot (Room 100) in downtown Aberdeen. Call (910) 944-1342.

Airborne and Special Operations Museum

100 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville The Army’s most modern and newest museum, the $22.5 million facility features film and video productions, interactive displays, rare artifacts and dramatic life-size exhibits about the history and adventures of airborne and special operations units. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday,

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and noon-5 p.m. on Sunday. Free.

Call (910) 643-2766 or visit www.asomf.org.

Aloha Safari Zoo 159 Mini Lane, Cameron Open to the public since January 2010, the Aloha Safari Zoo is an educational, familyfriendly zoo that is home to 300 animals of various species, including exotics. Lee Crutchfield, his family and a small team of dedicated individuals have labored to create a sanctuary where the animals, many of which are rescues, are safe and cared for unconditionally. In addition to various exotic animals and reptiles, the zoo includes a petting area for a handson experience. A “safari ride” takes visitors around the fenced acreage of paddocks where the majority of the zoo’s animals reside in specialized habitats. The Aloha Safari Zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $8. The safari ride is $3. Call (919) 770-7109 or visit alohasafarizoo.org and email alohasafarizoo.volunteer@gmail.com.

Bethesda Church and Cemetery Bethesda Road, Aberdeen Features of the circa 1780s Presbyterian church include a slave gallery, exterior bullet holes from the Civil War and graves of area pioneer

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settlers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the church holds an annual homecoming the last weekend in September. Call (910) 944-1319.

Bryant House and McLendon Cabin 3361 Mount Carmel Road Joel McLendon came to Moore County in 1758 to claim his grant of 200 acres, and chose a site overlooking Buck Creek for his home. This sturdy oneroom log structure was built to last.

Preserved for more than 200 years, it is the oldest home in Moore County in its original location. McLendon sold

his property to Robert Graham in 1787.

Graham’s grandson, James Bryant, built his larger house on property adjacent to the McLendon Cabin in 1820. The cabin and house are open for tours on the second and fourth Sundays of each month May through October from 2 to 4 p.m. No admission charge.

Call (910) 692-2051 for directions/group tours. Visit moorehistory.com.

Campbell House Galleries 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines Once a private home, this handsome Georgian structure is now operated exploremoorenc.com

as a cultural center and is owned by the town. It has three exhibition areas where paintings, sculpture and pottery by local and regional artists are on view. Many items are for sale. The Campbell House is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and selected third Saturdays of the month, from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

Prearranged tours are available. Call (910) 692-2787 or visit www.mooreart.org.

Cameron N.C. 24-27 east of Carthage, or U.S. 1 north of Southern Pines Nineteen points of historic interest are all within walking distance from one another. Once known as the Dewberry Capital of the World, this farming and railroad town is best known today for the antiques street fairs that are held in the fall and spring. Collectibles and antiques may be found in permanent and unusual historic shops.

The Carolina Hotel Carolina Vista, Pinehurst Since 1901, the famed “Queen of the South” has opened its doors to the golf world, to U.S. presidents, to theatrical and film celebrities, military heroes, and the quietly well-to-do. Flanking an impressive lobby are shops and dining rooms that offer fine cuisine. Call (855) 235-8507 or visit www.pinehurst.com.

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Carolina Horse Park Hoke County, just off N.C. 211 between Aberdeen and Raeford The Park consists of hundreds of acres of protected land dedicated to world-class equestrian competition.

A Sandhills springtime tradition, the Stoneybrook Steeplechase is normally held each year on the second Saturday in April. Call (910) 875-2074 or visit www.carolinahorsepark.com. exploremoorenc.com

Carthage Historical Museum Corner of Saunders and Rockingham streets, Carthage The museum exhibits photos and other memorabilia about the history of Carthage, once the home of the famous Tyson and Jones Buggy Factory. Open from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday afternoons or by appointment.

Call (910) 947-2331.

Faith Church Bethesda Road, Aberdeen Moore County’s first African-American church was established in 1867, and the present church building was constructed in 1894.

Golf Courses Throughout Moore County Donald Ross and Robert Trent Jones — not to mention Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Gary Player — have earned international recognition for Moore County. With more than 40 golf courses within a 25-mile radius, the area offers a variety of year-round golfing opportunities for a novice or a pro. Call (910) 692-3330 or (800) 3465362 or visit www.homeofgolf.com.

Horse Country Near Southern Pines: East Connecticut Avenue, Youngs Road, U.S. 1 James Boyd and his brother, Jackson, started the Moore County Hounds in 1914, making it the state’s oldest hunt.

The tradition of the by invitation-only formal fox hunt continues to this day.

Hunt country encompasses hundreds of acres of sandy soil east of Southern Pines where many horse farms dot the rolling terrain. Horseback riding, carriage events, horse trials, shows, dressage and other equestrian activities fill the calendar.

House in the Horseshoe 324 Alston House Road, 8 miles north of Carthage.

This two-story frame house built in 1772 in a bend of Deep River was the plantation home of Governor Benjamin Williams. This fine example of pre-Revolutionary coastal lowland architecture is the place where David Fanning’s Tories defeated Philip Alston’s Whigs in 1781. You can still see the bullet holes and scars on the walls. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. No admission fee. Call (910) 947- 2051.

Malcolm Blue Farm and Museum Bethesda Road, Aberdeen Located on the old Pee Dee Road, the 10-acre Malcolm Blue Farm is one of the few remaining examples of 19th century Scottish homes in the Sandhills. The farm, site of a Sherman’s Army bivouac during the 1865 advance on Fayetteville, and the museum have been designated by the N.C. War Tourism Council as part

of the N.C. Civil War Theme Trails. The 1825 farmhouse is complemented by a gristmill, stable, corncrib, tobacco pack house, equipment barn, water tower and windmill. The museum houses such exhibits as the Battle of Monroe’s Crossroads, one of the last Cavalry engagements of the Civil War, which took place eight miles from the farm.

Call (910) 944-7275.

National Railroad Museum And Hall of Fame 120 Spring Street, U.S. 74 East, Hamlet Opened in 1976, the National Railroad Museum and Hall of Fame is helping to preserve part of the national railroad history, as well as the history of Hamlet and Richmond County. It boasts one of the best collections of small railroad artifacts in the country.

Exhibits include an SAL dieselelectric locomotive, caboose No. 5241, and a model railroad layout. The museum is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, or by appointment. Admission is free. Call (910) 582-3555.

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North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines North Carolina’s most distinguished men and women of letters, including Paul Green, Thomas Wolfe and O. Henry (William S. Porter) and Sam Ragan, are recalled with displays and photographs in the Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities (former home of Hall of Fame inductee James Boyd). Open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Call (910) 692-6261.

North Carolina Pottery Center 233 East Ave., Seagrove A museum and educational center that contains permanent exhibits tracing the history of N.C. potters, changing displays and programs, restrooms, and samples of the types of pottery to be found for sale at 2016 Explore Moore: A Guide to the Sandhills 65

some 100 local potteries. The wares range from simple and traditional to sophisticated artworks. Potters live in clay country as distinguished from the Sandhills of southern Moore County. They are clustered in about a 15-mile radius of Moore, Randolph and Montgomery counties, near N.C. 705.

A map of their names and locations can be obtained from the center. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $2.50 for adults, $1.00 for high school students and kids are free. Call (336) 873-8430 or visit www.ncpotterycenter.org.

Pinehurst Harness Track 200 Beulah Hill Road, off N.C 5, Pinehurst Circa 1915 track of 110-plus acres listed on the National Register, it is operated by the village of Pinehurst.

Standardbred training from October to May (see horses put through their paces in early morning; try the trackside restaurant for breakfast!). Events include annual spring matinee races, horse shows (May- October) and polocrosse matches. Open yearround, 8 a.m.-dusk daily. Call (800) 644-TROT, (910) 295-4446 or (910) 215-0816.

North Carolina Zoo Asheboro (N.C. 211 west to U.S. 220 north to N.C. 159) Located at 4401 Zoo Parkway in Asheboro, this 500-acre natural habitat zoo ranks among the top five in North America. Animal exhibits include polar bears, elk, aviaries, Gila monsters, river otters and bobcats, plus such African species as giraffes and lions. The North Carolina Zoo also features exhibits of elephants and chimps. Open daily except Christmas Day. Admission is charged. Call (336) 879-7000 or (800) 488-0444.

Rankin Museum of American Heritage 131 W. Church St., Ellerbe Archaeologists have praised this museum for its excellent representation of the entire range of North Carolina pre-history. Exhibits include archaeological displays, Indian artifacts, fossils, minerals, 19th century pottery, paleontology, Civil War relics and an original turpentine still. Open Monday through Saturday 9 to 5 and Sunday 2 to 5. Closed Wednesdays. Call (910) 652-6378.

Northern Moore County “Pottery Country” and Jugtown/Seagrove Today, Seagrove is known as the handmade pottery capital of the United States where artisans create handcrafted pottery made in the same rich tradition that began here more than 200 years ago. With nearly 100 shops and galleries scattered throughout the area, you will find everything from traditional tableware to folk and collectible art pieces and historical reproductions. Seagrove itself is a small community in Randolph County, in the center of the North Carolina Piedmont, but the Seagrove pottery community includes portions of Randolph, Moore, Montgomery and Lee counties. This area is famous for its hand-thrown pottery and dishware, artfully crafted before the eyes of fascinated spectators and offered for sale at reasonable prices. Typical standout features include salt-glaze stoneware, innovative designs and wood firing in groundhog kilns. The potters in the Seagrove area have a number of kiln openings throughout the year. Visit www.discoverseagrove.com.

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Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Airport Road between Southern Pines and Pinehurst The gardens are located on the campus of Sandhills Community College behind Steed Hall. Now covering 32 acres, they include a very large holly collection, conifers, roses, rhododendron and azaleas.

Included are a formal English garden, a hillside garden, a fruit and vegetable garden and a native wetland trail garden accessible by a boardwalk. The gardens are open to the public from sunrise to sunset year-round, including holidays. They exist primarily to enhance student training in applied horticulture.

Some of the graduates have gone on to work on the White House grounds. Exhibits and films may be seen in the welcome center. No admission fee. Call (910) 695-3882.

Sandhills Woman’s Exchange 15 Azalea Road, Pinehurst Built in 1826, the log cabin was moved to Pinehurst in 1922. Today, this old, rambling log cabin contains early American handicrafts and baked

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goods for sale. Light lunches are served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Sandhills Woman’s Exchange is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. September to mid-May. Call (910) 295-4677.

Shaw House Morganton Road and Broad Street, Southern Pines This antebellum plantation cabin built around 1820 is an example of the simple construction techniques of the time. It rests on the crossing of the revolutionary Pee Dee and Morganton roads. Charles Shaw, a Scottish settler, acquired 2,600 acres and built the house. His grandson, Charles Washington Shaw, became

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the first mayor of Southern Pines. The house and two other properties on the grounds, the Garner House and the Britt/Sanders Cabin, are open to the public. The Garner House was made of logs about 1770 and is furnished with original pieces, wide-board heart pine paneling and original handforged hinges. The Britt/Sanders Cabin contains a 125-year-old restored loom. Operated by the Moore County Historical Association. Free.

Call (910) 692-2051.

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Sunrise Theater 250 N. W. Broad St., Southern Pines Built in 1898 as a hardware store and then becoming a movie theater in the 1940s, the Sunrise Theater thrives today as a performing arts center, presenting new-release independent films, live music, drama and the Metropolitan Opera Live in HD, as well as multiple other arts and entertainment events. In the early 1980s, the Arts Council of Moore County and the Sandhills Little Theater rallied community support to restore the theater as a performing arts center. Today, the Sunrise Preservation Group, a notfor-profit organization, owns and operates the theater.

Call (910) 692-8501 or visit www.sunrisetheater.com.

Southern Pines Broad Street Area Downtown Southern Pines features small specialty shops, an old railroad depot, a taxidermy museum and diverse cultural centers located in a picturesque setting ideal for strolling.

The Southern Pines Welcome Center, located at the restored passenger train depot, is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday through Saturday, except Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Southern Pines Reservoir Park Located off N.C. 22 This large, beautiful lake is surrounded by nearly 100 acres of longleaf pines.

Picnic shelters, tables and hiking trails from 0.85 to 4.5 miles in length are among its features. Fishing is allowed but not swimming. The park is flanked on one side by the Whitehall Center hiking trails and the fitness trails of Sandhills Community College. An 18-hole disc golf course and fitness equipment are also located in the park.

No admission fee is charged at these locations. The park closes at nightfall.

Call (910) 692-2463.

Taxidermy Hall of Fame of N.C. Creation Museum and Antique Tool Museum 156 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines The Taxidermy Hall of Fame of N.C. Creation Museum and Antique Tool Museum, located in the Christian Bookstore Building, 156 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines, is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The purpose of the museum is to show the creative handiwork of God through the collection, preservation and creative exhibition of taxidermy specimens of all kinds from all over the world and a wide array of antique carpentry and construction tools and access.

Admission is free with donations requested.

Town Creek Indian Mound, State Historic Site 509 Town Creek Mound Road, between N.C. 731 and N.C. 73, Mount Gilead This state historic site is archaeologically restored and brings to life the culture of the people of the Pee Dee area, which date from more than 800 years ago. Reconstructed structures include a town house on an earth mound, a mortuary, a game pole and a stockade with two guard towers.

The museum features interpretative exhibits and a audio/visual program. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m.

Sunday. Closed Monday. Free. Visit www.nchistoricsites.org/town or call (910) 439-6802.

Tufts Archives 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst Situated at the rear of Given Memorial Library in Pinehurst, Tufts Archives

displays memorabilia and artifacts dating from 1895. The documents concern golf, the history of Pinehurst, its founding Tufts family, and Donald Ross, America’s premier golf course architect. The archives also contain the John J. Hemmer photography collection of more than 80,000 photographic negatives from the 1930s to the ’70s.

No admission fee. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. and most, but not all, Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call (910) 295-3642.

Weymouth Center for The Arts and Humanities 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities was once the estate of writer and publisher James Boyd (1888-1944), author of “Drums” and “Marching On.” The home has lovely gardens and is surrounded by the last known stand of oldgrowth longleaf pine. In the 1920s and 1930s, Weymouth was a lively social gathering place for literary lights and equestrian enthusiasts. Famous writers like F. Scott Fitzgerald, Thomas Galsworthy, William Faulkner and Thomas Wolfe were guests. Today, it is a state cultural center for the arts and humanities with a regular program of lectures and concerts. Home to the N.C. Literary Hall of Fame, the center also offers an established chamber music series, the Ragan Writers Series and an arts and humanities lecture series, as well as a writers-in-residence program. The nonprofit corporation The Friends of Weymouth owns and operates the center. The Boyd House is open weekdays from 10a.m. to 2 p.m.

No admission fee. The gardens and grounds are open daily. Call (910) 6926261 or visit www.weymouthcenter.org.

Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines This state park showcases the unique natural features of the Sandhills. The longleaf pine preserve includes more than 930 acres of woodland, forest animals, unique plants and streams. It also has a visitor center, museum and more than 4.5 miles of hiking trails.

It was originally part of the estate of James and Katharine Boyd, whose Weymouth Center home is now

operated as an arts center. The park has three rangers and regular nature programs are scheduled there.

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Village of Pinehurst Access by U.S. 1, 15-501, N.C. 2 (Midland Road), 211, and N.C. 5 Founded in 1895 by the Tufts family, Pinehurst is a charming, vibrant community which reflects our rich history and traditions. Nestled among the longleaf pines, lies this charming New-England-style village where golf isn’t a pastime so much as a way of life. Pinehurst embodies the best of southern living, from tree-lined streets, white picket fences, cottages, one-of-a-kind boutiques and shops, authentic pubs and farm-to-table restaurants, outdoor recreation facilities, all surrounded by a southern hospitality that still retains a quiet unhurried pace of life. In a village created for leisure, there are plenty of ways to wind down. We invite you to come and experience for yourself the many reasons our residents love living in Pinehurst….Come for a round of golf, but stay for life. Volunteers at the George P. Lane Welcome Center, located in the Theatre Building at 90 Cherokee Road, are available to help visitors locate shopping, dining, and entertainment venues during their visit. Operating hours are from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday.

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Features include the 82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum, JFK Special Warfare Museum, JFK Hall of Heroes and the Sicily Drop Zone, where paratroopers may be seen in action. Tours are available weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors should call first about self-guided or guided tours, (910) 396-5600 or (910) 396- 5620. Automated Directory Information: (910) 396-0011.

Base sights include: 82nd Airborne Division War Memorial Museum Exhibits of 3,000-plus artifacts used by world-famous division from WWI to Desert Storm, plus film and gift shop. Open Tuesday-

Saturday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. Call (910) 4323443 or (910) 432-5307.

U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Museum Military art/cultural items from around world, emphasizing Special Forces such as the Green Berets. Gift shop. Open 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday. Free. Call (910) 432-4272 or visitwww.jfkwebstore.com/index.php.

Banks Hall Wall of Heroes Honors 21 Special Forces Medal of Honor recipients. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Free. (Down the street from the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Museum.)

Sicily Drop Zone See trained paratroopers in action. Visit the Fort Bragg Facebook page at www.facebook. com/fortbraggnc/ for jump schedule. Free.

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Whether it’s traditional sports such as as baseball, basketball and soccer, growing sports such as lacrosse rugby, or even competitive swimming and disc golf, you’re bound to find your outlet somewhere in Moore County. The three public high schools and private O’Neal School all host a variety of teams, and Sandhills Community College is known for its basketball, golf and volleyball programs. SCC teams in recent years have won national championships for their division in both men’s basketball and men’s golf.

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• Truven Top 50 Hospital for Cardiovascular Care • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction Plus Center for Maternity Care • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction Plus Center for Cardiology Expert Specialty Care Leading the way in the latest advancements in health care at FirstHealth are nearly 300 medical staff members. More than 90 percent of these physicians are board certified – many in specialties such as cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, oncology, neonatology, behavioral services and bariatric surgery.

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FirstHealth’s Team of Heart Surgeons FirstHealth’s Cardiovascular & Thoracic Center provides comprehensive care in the surgical treatment of diseases affecting the chest, including the heart, blood vessels, lungs and esophagus. Three highly trained, board certified cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons – John F. Krahnert Jr., M.D.; Peter I. Ellman, M.D.; and Art Edgerton, M.D. – bring many years of experience to FirstHealth’s heart program. For more information, visit www.firsthealth.org/heart.

Cardiology Services The FirstHealth Cardiology program ranks as one of the premier providers of cardiology services in Southeast North Carolina, providing patients and the communities FirstHealth serves with the highest level of care and resources possible. For more information, visit www.firsthealth.org/heart.

Orthopaedic Services FirstHealth boasts an award-winning orthopaedic program. Its fellowship subspecialty trained orthopaedic

surgeons diagnose and treat orthopaedic diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system – the bones and joints of the arms, legs, spine and related structures such as nerves, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

FirstHealth’s complete range of orthopaedic treatment covers nearly every orthopaedic condition, including joint disorders of the knee, hip and shoulder; arthritis; neck and back injuries and disorders; carpal tunnel syndrome; fractures and dislocations; foot, ankle and hand injuries; osteoporosis; and sports injuries.

FirstHealth’s orthopaedic surgeons perform more than 1,800 joint replacement surgeries a year, ranking them in the top 10 in North Carolina. To find out more about our Orthopaedic Services, visit www.firsthealth.org/ortho.

Cancer Services FirstHealth’s cancer team provides the best medical care using the latest technology. Through their multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach, FirstHealth’s cancer specialists balance innovative treatment with individual needs.

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Patients and families are encouraged to work with the board certified cancer care physicians, nurses, therapists, nutritionists and other health care providers to ensure the highest quality of care at all stages of cancer.

At FirstHealth, our Support Services offer an integrative medicine approach that is designed to work together with traditional medical treatments. These comprehensive, evidence-based services can help relieve the negative physical and emotional effects of the patient’s cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

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Created by The Foundation of FirstHealth, the Cancer CARE Fund provides direct assistance, either financially or through one-on-one support, to cancer patients and their families.

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bariatric program in the mid-Carolinas.

The program offers Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy and adjustable gastric band surgical approaches to significant weight loss and maintenance for those suffering from morbid obesity.

The FirstHealth Bariatric Center is staffed by an interdisciplinary team and coordinated by a patient navigator and registered dietitian who provide quality education and support, before and after surgery. For more information, or to see if you qualify, visit www.

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Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation FirstHealth Moore Regional’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Center is CARF accredited, and offers the latest rehabilitative therapies for patients suffering from stroke, bilateral knee replacement, hip fractures, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries and more.

FirstHealth Outpatient Rehabilitation has provided services to the Sandhills region for more than 40 years. Its therapists, who have access to the latest technology and continuing education, specialize in physical and occupational therapy and speech- language pathology.

The Joint Commission, the national health care accreditation and certification organization, has certified the stroke care program at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital as a Primary Stroke Center. For more information on FirstHealth Rehabilitation, call (910) 7151600 or visit www.firsthealth.org/rehab.

FirstHealth Convenient Care FirstHealth Convenient Care is available to fill the void between the true emergency of an emergency room visit and preventive care from a primary doctor. Convenient Care treats patients 12 months and older.

FirstHealth Convenient Care is located at 7473-C Hwy 22 in Whispering Pines, in the Food Lion Shopping Center. Visit www.firsthealthconvenientcare.org for more information.

FirstHealth Family Medicine FirstHealth offers a variety of primary care practices to meet a family’s health care needs. Providers treat all ages – from babies to grandparents – and are happy to accept new patients as well as physician referrals. Locations in Moore County include Robbins, Seven Lakes, Vass and

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Whispering Pines. To find a FirstHealth Family Medicine clinic near you, visit www.firsthealth.org/familymedicine.

Maternal-Fetal Medicine For patients whose pregnancies are considered high-risk, the FirstHealth UNC Maternal-Fetal Medicine program at Moore Regional Hospital offers obstetrical care for women with pregnancies that are complicated by maternal disease, such as diabetes or hypertension, or any problem with the fetus, such as congenital abnormalities.

Specialists have advanced training in dealing with complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures during pregnancy. For more information on the Maternal-Fetal Medicine service, visit www.firsthealth.org/women.

FirstHealth Response FirstHealth Response is a personal emergency response service based at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.

This service, which provides 24-hour assistance with the touch of a button, is available to residents in Moore and surrounding counties. For more information, call FirstHealth Response at (910) 715-1271 or visit www.firsthealth. org/response.

FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care As part of the FirstHealth of the Carolinas network, FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care is a resource for the community in the areas of education, bereavement and adjustment to loss.

FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care is notfor-profit and is the only hospice associated with FirstHealth of the Carolinas. The Hospice House is located on Highway 15-501 in Pinehurst. For more information, visit www.firsthealth.org/hospice.

FirstHealth Home Care FirstHealth offers a full complement of home health services to patients in multiple counties in the Sandhills. For more information, visit www.firsthealth. org/homecare.

FirstHealth Fitness As medical fitness centers, the two freestanding FirstHealth Fitness centers in Moore County are more than just gyms. With a location in Pinehurst on the Moore Regional campus and another facility in Southern Pines, the

The Clara McLean Hospitality House encompasses more than just overnight accommodations, instead offering a safe environment for lodging, meals and support services for patients and families.

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programs are medically based and supervised by a medical doctor. All personal trainers and fitness coaches have college degrees in the fitness field.

A full-time licensed dietitian is on staff at the Pinehurst center.

For information on services and membership, call (910) 715-1800 or visit www.firsthealth.org/fitness.

Exercise is Medicine Exercise is Medicine (EIM) offered

by FirstHealth Fitness encourages participating physicians to “prescribe” exercise for their patients. The Foundation of FirstHealth generously helped launch the Exercise is Medicine program with funding for Technogym equipment and software. Visit www. firsthealth.org/eim to find out more about this program.

FirstCarolinaCare Insurance Company A wholly owned subsidiary of FirstHealth of the Carolinas, FirstCarolinaCare offers a wide range of health benefit plans for businesses throughout the FirstHealth service area. In addition to providing coverage alternatives for local businesses, FirstCarolinaCare provides a Medicare Advantage product for Medicareeligible individuals in Moore and surrounding counties. For more

Cynthia Zane Africk, M.D., has joined Dennis Campbell, M.D., in the FirstHealth Neurosurgery practice in Pinehurst. FirstHealth neurosurgeons treat a variety of diagnoses, including cervical and lumbar disc disease, spinal stenosis, brain tumors, carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy and spinal fractures. To make an appointment, call (855) 535-8700 toll-free. For more information, visit www.firsthealth.org/ neurosurgery.

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Fox Hollow Assisted Living and Memory Care, 190 Fox Hollow Rd, Pinehurst • 695-0011.

Offers assisted living and memory care services.

Kingswood Nursing Center, 915 Pee Dee Rd, Aberdeen • 944-8999.

Offers assisted living, skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy. Willow Springs, an Alzheimer’s unit, is also part of Kingswood.

Magnolia Gardens 594 Murray Hill Rd, Southern Pines 692-6311.

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Pinehurst Health Care and Rehabilitation Center 300 Blake Blvd., Pinehurst, 295-6158.

Offers skilled care as well as respite and hospice care, and rehabilitation therapy.

Pine Knoll Retirement Village, 590 Central Dr, Southern Pines 246-1008.

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Peak Resources - Pinelake 801 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage • 947-5155.

Offers skilled nursing services, Alzheimer’s, dementia and rehabilitative therapies.

Quail Haven Village 155 Blake Blvd., Pinehurst • 295-2294.

A continuing care retirement community offers independent Lifestyle apartments, home care services and skilled nursing services with speech, physical and occupational therapy services.

Manor Care Health Services, 205 Rattlesnake Trail, Pinehurst • 295-1781.

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St. Joseph of the Pines Inc. Health Center and Rehabilitation Center 103 Gossman Dr, Southern Pines 246-1000.

Offers skilled nursing, short-term and long-term rehabilitation as well as orthopedic rehab.

Penick Village Retirement Community 500 East Rhode Island Ave. Extension, Southern Pines • 692-0300.

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rom pediatrics to geriatrics, Moore County has health care covered. This exceptional community of medical professionals and facilities includes the following: Appalachian Physical Therapy Open since 1986, Appalachian Physical Therapy offers orthopedics, women’s health, spinal, and trigger point dry needling programs. Located at 211-L Central Park Ave., in Pinehurst, Appalachian Physical Therapy is open from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday. Call (910) 215-0541 or visit www.aptfc.com.

Carolina Eye Associates A multi-subspecialty eye facility with eight offices located in North and South Carolina, Carolina Eye Associates provides medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases and disorders. The practice was established in the spring of 1977 by Dr. Robert Gale Martin and Dr. George W. Tate Jr. in Pinehurst/Southern Pines.

Their vision of making high-quality surgical eye care available to patients at a low cost resulted in one of the first freestanding outpatient eye centers in the United States to be approved by Medicare. Carolina Eye Associates’ 17 doctors include cataract and corneal specialists, laser vision correction specialists, glaucoma specialists, retina and vitreous specialists, oculoplastic specialists, medical ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Over the past 30 years, Carolina Eye Associates has grown into one of the largest eye care and teaching centers in the United States, serving patients around the world. Call (910) 295-2100.

The local facility is at 2170 Midland Road, Southern Pines.

Drug-Free Moore County Drug-Free Moore County is a nonprofit coalition of concerned

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citizens and community agencies, including medical, mental health, education representatives and law enforcement officers, dedicated to the prevention of alcohol, tobacco and substance abuse through education and prevention.

Drug-Free Moore County brings together the many organizations available in Moore County that provide assistance for those experiencing drug problems.

In order to fulfill its mission to increase awareness, provide information and garner support in order to facilitate the prevention, intervention and treatment of substance abuse in Moore County, the coalition sponsors annual activities, training and education services, as well as resource materials, consultations and presentations throughout the county.

In addition to drugs and alcohol, the coalition provides services addressing teen pregnancy, “stranger danger,” the NRA’s Eddie the Eagle program and other educational programs. Drug-Free Moore County is affiliated with DayMark Recovery Services, (910) 295-6853; and Mobile Crisis Management, (877) 626-1772.

Drug-Free Moore County meets the second Tuesday of the month at 8:15 a.m. at The O’Neal School. Visit www. drugfreemc.com, call (910) 947-1902, email drugfree@gmail.com or visit the office at 703 D Pinehurst Ave., Carthage.

FirstHealth Home Care Offers home health services in the comfort and security of the patient’s home, allowing patients to reduce the amount of time spent in the hospital while still being treated by highly skilled, specialized health professionals.

Accepts Medicare and Medicaid, and is ACHCaccredited. Call (800) 876-2212.

FirstHealth Response For individuals with medical problems that could demand immediate assistance. The program utilizes a client HELP button that is in instant contact with Moore Regional Hospital. Fee required. (910) 715-1271.

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FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative Care A charitable, not-for-profit agency dedicated to providing compassionate, quality care to persons with life-limiting illnesses and to their families. Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross-certified. Call (910) 715-6000.

The FirstHealth Hospice Campus is located on Campground Road just off U.S. 15-501 north of Pinehurst. The campus includes an 11-bed, 16,000-square-foot Hospice House, a FirstHealth Grief Resource and Counseling Center as well as offices for the administrative and professional staff and a free-standing, nondenominational chapel.

FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital Information/Operator: (910) 715-1000 Main Entrance: 155 Memorial Drive.

Visit www.firsthealth.org for listings of specific hospital services.

Moore County Dept of Aging Assistance with personal care and home management: laundry, meal preparation and bathing, home delivery of meals and respite services. Call (910) 215-0900.

Moore County Health Department The Moore County Health Department oversees an array of essential programs and services to control communicable diseases, prevent and monitor environmental hazards, and educate and inform citizens on a variety of health behaviors to improve and protect health.

Personal health programs offered include maternal and adult health services, communicable disease, family planning, WIC nutrition program, vital records (birth and death), case management and foreign travel.

Environmental health services include permitting and inspection of food establishments, nursing homes, day cares, institutions, individual water supplies, onsite sewage treatment and disposal, public swimming pools and spas.

Some services are free; however, most services charge a fee. Many clinical services use a sliding fee scale based on income and family size.

Appointments are required for some services. The Health Department is located at 705 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage.

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Oaks, Carthage. Animal Operations is located at 5235 N.C. 15-501, Carthage. Call (910) 947-3300 for the Health Department; (910) 947-4541 for Personal Health Services; (910) 947-3271 for WIC; and (910) 947-6283 for Environmental Health; or visit www. moorecountync.gov/health.

Moore County Veterans Office The Moore County Veterans Office is at 707 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage.

This location provides easier access for residents and larger offices for the Veterans Office team. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (910) 947-3257 and (910) 947-3334 (fax).

Moore Free Care Clinic The Moore Free Care Clinic, 211 Trimble Plant Road, Southern Pines, provides high-quality primary and preventive medical care and offers enrollment aid for pharmaceutical patient assistance programs and drug discount cards. The medical programs offered include primary care, preventive care, off-site specialty care referrals, focused laboratory and diagnostic testing, and health education and resources.

Services are provided for any resident of Moore County who lacks health insurance and whose income is at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. According to the 2012 Federal Register, the federal poverty guideline for an individual is

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$22,980 or $47,100 for a family of four.

U.S. citizenship is not a criterion for services at the Moore Free Care Clinic.

Patient care at the clinic is provided by physicians, physicians’ assistants and nurses, as well as volunteers. All medical providers are licensed by the state.

The clinic office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, and from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, for previously scheduled eligibility screening appointments. To make an appointment or if you would like to volunteer, call (910) 246-5333, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or go to mfcc@moorefreecare. org . The medical clinic is open Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. Walk-ins are not accepted.

Pinehurst Medical Clinic Founded in 1952, by Joseph Hiatt, M.D., Pinehurst Medical Clinic offers a broad range of primary and specialty care services, including cardiology, electrophysiology, pulmonary, sleep medicine, gastroenterology, endoscopy, hematology, oncology, internal medicine, geriatrics and endocrinology.

Call (910) 295-5511. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Walk-in Clinic hours of operation are Saturday 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Visit www.pinehurstmedical. com.

Pinehurst Surgical Pinehurst Surgical has been providing quality health care services in Moore County since 1947. On July 17, 2006, the multi-specialty clinic celebrated its 60th anniversary and commemorated that milestone by opening for business in its new state-ofthe-art 131,135- square-foot facility at 5 FirstVillage Drive, Pinehurst.

Since that time, Pinehurst Surgical has grown to an active board-certified physician staff of 39, 14 mid-level providers and a professional staff of more than 250, offering specialty services in Women’s Care, General and Bariatric Surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement, Spine and Interventional Pain Management, Urology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Ear, Nose & Throat, Audiology, Physical Therapy and Vascular and Vein Care. Call (910) 295-6831 or (800) 755-2500. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Sandhills Urgent Care Medical treatment on both routine and urgent basis for adults and children.

Call (910) 692-5555 or stop by 10935 U.S. 15-501, Southern Pines.

Southern Pines Women’s Health Center, A FirstHealth Clinic Southern Pines Women’s Health Center, a FirstHealth Clinic (SPWHC) is a group of obstetricians/ gynecologists, who offer a complete package of women’s health services.

Seven physicians and a family nurse practitioner—all board-certified or eligible— comprise the medical staff of SPWHC, which has offices in three Sandhills locations: 145 Applecross Road, Turnberry Woods, Pinehurst; 313 Teal Drive, Raeford; and 101 Medical Park Circle, Rockingham.

Their services cover the full range of women’s health care, including the management of routine and high-risk pregnancies; the evaluation and treatment of infertility; and the examination, diagnosis and treatment of gynecological conditions and diseases.

In addition to their board certification or eligibility, each physician is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Dr. Byron is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. TRICARE is now accepted.

Call (910) 692-7928.

Spectrum Eye Center As a primary eyecare practice in Pinehurst, Spectrum Eye Center provides a full “spectrum” of eye care services to its patients, including eye health examinations and treatment of eye diseases and problems, specialized contact lens services and complete eyeglass services.

Spectrum Eye Center is located at 160 Fox Hollow Court, Pinehurst, between Turnberry Wood and Lawn and Tennis Court of N.C. The doctors at Spectrum Eye Center provide comprehensive eye health examinations for all ages from infants to senior citizens. In addition, they provide patients with state-of-theart treatment and management of eye diseases such as glaucoma, diabetes, cataracts, macular degeneration and dry eye.

Spectrum also has a full-service optical with two licensed opticians on staff, Jane Mills and John Hildebrand. The practice offers the newest technology in contact lenses and eyeglasses. They also have designer eyewear and sunwear, including Tom Ford, Christian Dior, Gucci, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, BMW, Oakley, Costa Del Mar and many more.

Visit www.myspectrumeyes.com or call (910) 692-3937.

The Arc of Moore County The Arc of Moore County is a private, nonprofit organization providing services and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Services provided include advocacy, information and referral, respite care, family support through its First in Families program, social and recreational programs for teens and adults, employer of record services and case management services in partnership with The Arc of North Carolina.

The Arc also is the lead agency for Aktion Club, a Kiwanis-sponsored community service organization for adults with disabilities. Contact The Arc of Moore County, 673 S. Bennett St., Southern Pines, at (910) 6928272 or (800) 909-9272, by email at arcmoorewr@embarqmail.com or visit www.thearcofmoore.org.

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(800) 242-8721 or (910) 323-9387

Moore County Department of Aging Home-delivered meals in Carthage, Whispering Pines, Robbins, West End/ Seven Lakes, Vass/Lakeview, Cameron and Taylortown. (910) 215-0900

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Sandhills/Moore Coalition For Human Care Inc. Emergency food and clothing. Open for clients 8:30 to 11 a.m. Monday through Friday, 1500 W. Indiana Ave., Southern Pines.

Donations accepted from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday. (910) 6931600 or www.sandhillscoalition.org

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North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service Located at the Moore County Agricultural Center, (910) 9473188. Home economics information on meal planning, food safety and nutrition as well as gardening and livestock information. The Moore County Cooperative Extension also offers 4-H.

Moore County Dept of Social Services Food stamps to supplement low incomes. The Moore County Department of Social Services is located at 1036 Carriage Oaks Drive, in Carthage. Office hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

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irstHealth of the Carolinas sponsors many community programs and support groups.

Support groups meet at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital unless otherwise indicated. For more information about the groups, contact the Patient Education department at (910) 715-5266 or (910) 715-1582.

Persons interested in attending meetings of any support group are encouraged to call the contact person to confirm the meetings’ times and places. Meetings may be rescheduled and/or cancelled, especially during the summer months and holidays.

In addition, a complete listing of all upcoming FirstHealth events can be viewed at www.firsthealth.org.

Fibromyalgia Support Group Meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. For more information, call (910) 715-5266. Location: Conference Room, Outpatient Center, 238 Page Road, Pinehurst.

Better Breathers — Moore County Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. Note: There is no meeting the months of June, July and August. For more information, call (910) 692-9103 or (910) 715-5266. Location: Outpatient Conference Room, Moore Regional Hospital, 238 Page Road, Pinehurst.

Healing Connections Meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. An ongoing support group for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. You may attend any or all meetings. Snacks and beverages provided. No registration required. For more information, call (910) 715-6000 or (866) 861-7485. Location: FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care, 251- B Campground Road, Pinehurst.

Breastfeeding Mothers Meets at 1:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. For more information, call (910) 715-2068. Location: Conference Room, Women and Children’s Unit, Moore Regional Hospital, 155 Memorial Drive, Pinehurst.

Cancer Support Group Meets at 2 p.m. every Tuesday. For more information, call (910) 715-5266.

Location: Cancer Center Resource Room, Moore Regional Hospital, 155 Memorial Drive, Pinehurst.

Cancer Survivors Support Group Meets at 11 a.m., the second Tuesday of the month Registration required. For more information, call (910) 715-2298.

Location: Cancer Center Resource Room, Moore Regional Hospital, 155 Memorial Drive, Pinehurst.

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Quit Class is held the first and third Thursday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. and the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 3 to 5 p.m. Support Group is held every Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. For more information or to register, call (888) 534-5333 or (910) 715-1925. Location: FirstHealth Community Health building, 5 Aviemore Drive, Pinehurst.

Implantable Cardioverterdefibrillator (ICD) Meets quarterly on Thursdays at 5 p.m. (Aug. 15 and Nov. 21, 2015). For more information, call (910) 715-5266.

Location: Conference Center, Moore Regional Hospital, corner of N.C. 211 and Page Road, Pinehurst.

NAMI-MC Support Group NAMI-MC (National Alliance on Mental Illness — Moore County) holds support meetings at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, call (910) 295-1053. Location: Training Room, Pinehurst Police Department. 420 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst.

Sandhills Ostomy Association Meets first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. Note: No meetings June through September. For more information, call (910) 215- 8086. Location: Conference Center, Moore Regional Hospital, corner of N.C. 211 and Page Road, Pinehurst.

Sandhills Young Adult Cancer Support For cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18 and 50. Meets at 7 p.m., the fourth Monday of each month.

For more information, call (910) 7154230. Location: Clara McLean House, 20 FirstVillage Drive, Pinehurst.

Stroke Club Meets at 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month. Note: No

meetings January, July or August. For more information, call (910) 715-5266.

Location: Conference Center, Moore Regional Hospital, corner of N.C. 211 and Page Road, Pinehurst

911 EMERGENCY SERVICES

Call 911 for Moore County emergency services, which handles all emergency services, including fire, police, rescue, medical, ambulance and poison control center.

To add or change information, to report your plan to have a controlled burn outside town limits, or for problems with animals, call the nonemergency number, (910) 947-2911.

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ENTERTAINMENT DANCE, MOVIES, LECTURES

Let Moore County Entertain You Cinema Frank Theatres— Sandhills Stadium 10 Blockbusters come to Sandhills Stadium 10, a 10-screen Frank Theatres multiplex with digital images and sound. The theater offers D-Box seats. These new technologically advanced seats use motion and vibration to make viewing a 4D experience. Sandhills Stadium 10 is located at 104 Brucewood Road in Southern Pines. Call (910) 695-1100.

Sunrise Theater Built in 1898 as a hardware store and then becoming a movie theater in the 1940s, the Sunrise Theater thrives today as a performing arts center, presenting new-release independent films, live music, drama and the Metropolitan Opera Live in HD, as well as multiple other arts and entertainment events.

In the early 1980s, the Arts Council of Moore County and the Sandhills Little Theater rallied community support to restore the theater as a performing arts center. Today, the Sunrise Preservation Group, a not-for-profit organization, owns and operates the theater. The Sunrise Theater is located at 250 NW Broad St. in Southern Pines. Call (910) 692-8501 or visit www.sunrisetheater.com.

Dance Several dance companies in the county offer everything from public recitals to professional-quality productions and instruction.

Carolina Performing Arts Center, 670 SW Broad St., Southern Pines, offers

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classes for all levels, beginner through advanced, ages 3 through adults. Call (910) 695-7898.

Choreographic Institute of North Carolina (CINC) is a pre-professional dance school offering classical dance training and education to students age 3 to 18.

Established to inspire, cultivate and nurture creativity, dance and dancemaking skills through the art form of classical dance, CINC is committed to cultivating the creativity of every child.

CINC incorporates the foundational training of the Royal Academy of Dance in its education of students. CINC is located inside the Monarch Creative Arts and Community Center at 1662 Richard St., in Southern Pines.

Visit www.cincdance.com or call (910) 725-0595.

Terpsichore … A Moving Experience, in Southern Pines, offers technical classes in classical ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, acrobatics and Hip-Hop from the beginner through the advanced level. Dancers begin at age three and contiue their dance education well into their teen years. Call (910) 6951116 or visit www.danceatterpsichore.com.

Taylor Dance/The Playhouse, 262D Pinehurst Ave., Southern Pines, offers classes in ballet, pointe, jazz, contemporary, tap and hip hop for ages 3 to adult. It produces classical, neo-classical and contemporary dance performances and children’s theatre productions.

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Drama/Theater Arts Council of Moore County, which supports or actively participates in many arts activities in the Sandhills, also schedules visiting performers, such as the Classical Concert Series, the Heart ’n’ Soul of Jazz in February and the Missoula Children’s Theatre, throughout the year. Call (910) 692ARTS or visit www.mooreart.org.

Temple Theatre in nearby Sanford is a popular spot for group outings.

Built in 1925, Temple is a regional, professional theater. The building hosts a company of actors providing an eight-show mainstage season, children’s theatre and special events.

The director is Peggy Taphorn.

Call (919) 774-4512 or visit www. templeshows.com.

Lectures

Several lecture series take place in the Sandhills, including the Ruth Pauley Lecture Series, Kiwanis Travelog Series, Weymouth’s humanities lecture series and fine arts

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Many clubs and organizations also host informative talks throughout the year. Other frequent lecture hosts are the League of Women Voters of Moore County and the county’s Democratic and Republican political parties. Often, colleges nearby, such as the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and Fayetteville State University, host wellknown celebrities for talks.

Literature The Country Bookshop in Southern Pines hosts North Carolina writers for book signings or gala book launches. The store also hosts other special events. The store is at 140 NW Broad St., Southern Pines. Call (910) 692-3211.

The North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame is located at Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines, and displays photographs and lists of works of notable writers. It is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (910) 692-6261.

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The Sandhills hosts a myriad of music events, including the outdoor and indoor jazz concerts by the Sandhills Community College Jazz Band, concerts at the Sunrise

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Chorus, the Classical Concert Series and the Weymouth Chamber Music Series.

The Maness Pottery and Music Barn features bluegrass, country and gospel pickin’ and singing every Tuesday night at 6 p.m. For nearly 30 years, Clyde Maness has opened this doors to his neighbors to his weekly pick-and-feed event, which attracts the bluegrass faithful and musicians of all ages.

Maness Pottery and Music Barn is located six miles west of Carthage at 10995 N.C. 24-27. Call (910) 948-4897.

Since it started in 1974, the Moore County Choral Society has grown to more than 100 members from Moore County and the surrounding area. The Choral Society performs two concerts each year, presenting a varied repertoire.

Rehearsals are held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, September through April, at Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church on South May Street in Southern Pines.Visit www. moorecountychoralsociety.org, email info@moorecounty choralsociety.org or call (910) 281-2029.

The Moore County Concert Band also is a standout in the music of the Sandhills. Performing free at the Carolina Hotel, the MCCB often draws a crowd. The purpose of the group is to foster and promote the great American tradition of military and concert band music.

Visit www.moorecountyband.com.

Since 2005, the Moore Philharmonic Orchestra has served Moore County as a youth orchestra and a community orchestra. It provides an outlet for approximately 50 volunteer musicians to perform varied programs of orchestral literature. Members include experienced adults and talented college, high school and middle school students. The Moore Philharmonic has an open membership policy with no participation fees. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings at Sandhills Community College. Visit www. mporchestra.com or call (910) 944-3452.

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The Rooster’s Wife is a nonprofit music organization created to celebrate the performing arts in Aberdeen. It offers concerts, workshops, readings and school and medical outreach programs year round in the Sandhills. The Rooster’s Wife presents live music most Sundays, at 6:46 p.m. at Poplar Knight Spot, 114 Knight Street, in downtown Aberdeen. Call (910) 944-7502, visit www.theroosterswife.org or email theroosterswife@ yahoo.com.

First Friday is a monthly community nonprofit event, for people of all ages in the Southern Pines area from May October. First Friday is a community event, provided through sponsorship and volunteer effort. It is a free event and family-friendly. Food, beverages, live music and other forms of entertainment make this event a must see. Where: The grassy knoll adjacent to the Sunrise Theater. Times: 5:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Pinehurst Live after 5 is a free concert presented by the Village of Pinehurst.

Visit vopnc.org or call (910) 295-8656.

Blues Crawl With an all-access wristband, participants can sample different Blues musical styles, while enjoying the libations and food of the unique restaurants, wine cellars, and pubs each hosting different performers.

Call (910) 692-8501.

North Carolina Senior America “Age of Elegance” Pageant” Senior America, Inc. is a Non-Profit corporation designed not only to enrich the lives of seniors but also to tap their energy to enrich the lives of others. Call (910) 944-8171 or visit www. senioramerica.org

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County’s Artistic Community Is Far-Reaching

In addition to organizations and groups that are dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the arts, there is never a shortage of exhibits and shows for art lovers to choose from in Moore County.

Organizations Artists League of the Sandhills The Artists League of the Sandhills is a nonprofit organization located in historic downtown Aberdeen. The League provides classes in a variety of media, and offers workshops featuring nationally known artists and teachers. Located in an old storage terminal of the Aberdeen & Rockfish Railroad at 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen, the Artists League facility houses 36 artist-in-residence studios, a gallery, two large classrooms and a thriving membership of about 150.

Office hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Call (910) 944-3979, or visit www.artistleague.org.

Arts Council of Moore County The Arts Council of Moore County (ACMC) is a not-for-profit organization celebrating 42 years of promoting awareness and appreciation of the arts in Moore County. ACMC offers a wide variety of programs in the performing, visual and literary arts to all Moore County citizens. The ACMC offices are located in the Campbell House at 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Office hours are Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (910) 692-2787 or visit www.mooreart.org.

Galleries About Art Gallery at the Market Place About Art Gallery at the Market Place, located in the Market Place Building next to Carolina Eye, 2160 Midland Road, Pinehurst, features local artists Joan Williams, Deane Billings, Pamela Swarbrick, Irene Dobson and Caroline Love. Open Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (910) 215-5963.

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Appalachian Physical Therapy Appalachian Physical Therapy is located at 211 Central Park Ave., Suite L, Pinehurst, and displays pieces by local artists. Open 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday. Call (910) 215-0541.

Broadhurst Gallery Broadhurst Gallery, 2212 Midland Road, Pinehurst, showcases paintings and sculptures of nationally recognized artists. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. Call (910) 295-4817, or visit www.broadhurstgallery.com.

Campbell House Galleries The Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave. in Southern Pines, is the home gallery of the Arts Council of Moore County. It provides three spacious exhibit areas and offers paintings and pottery for sale by local artists. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every third Saturday of select months from 2 to 4 p.m.

Call (910) 692-4356, or visit www.mooreart.org.

Creative Studios NC Located in a historic building in the quaint town of Vass, NC, our studio is full of vibrant color and creative spirit. Our mission is to provide an atmosphere of creativity for both, children and adults. We pride ourselves on offering a fun destination with a neighboring coffee shop and bakery. We are located just off Hwy 1, about an hour south of Raleigh and within minutes of Southern Pines and Pinehurst. We strive to offer nothing less than perfection to our customers. Located at 129 Main Street in Vass.

Call (910) 245-4129 or email jan@creativestudiosnc.com.

Exchange Street Gallery The Exchange Street Gallery offers new exhibits each month, with large membership shows in June and November. The Gallery is located in the Artists League of the Sandhills at 129 Exchange St. in historic downtown Aberdeen. Gallery is open from noon to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Call (910) 944-3979 or visit www.artistleague.org.

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in Boyd Library on the campus of Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst, Hastings Gallery’s fall and spring hours are 7:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Summer hours are 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 7:45 a.m. to noon Friday. Call (910) 695-3819 or visit www.sandhills.edu.

Hollyhocks Art Gallery Hollyhocks Art Gallery, located in Pinehurst at 905 Linden Road (next to Elliott’s restaurant), features a collection of original oil paintings by owner Jane Casnellie, as well as original artwork by local awardwinning artists Diane Kraudelt, Linda Griffin, Jessie MacKay, Charlie Roberts and Julia Messerschmidt.

Meet the artists Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Call (910) 255-0665 or visit www.janecasnellie.com or www.hollyhocksartgallery.com.

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Jewels of Pinehurst Jewels of Pinehurst is a gallery of contemporary jewelry handmade in platinum and gold by owner Patricia Reil. The gallery also features Hearts on Fire diamonds. Located at 97 Market Square, Pinehurst, Jewels of Pinehurst is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (910) 295-2824 or visit www.jewelsof pinehurst.com.

Joy of Art Studio Joy of Art Studio, located at 139 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines, works with children and adults, offering drawing, painting, mixed media and fiber arts. Call Joy at (910) 528-7283 or email Joyof_Art@msn.com.

Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour, located at 21 Chinquapin Road in the village of Pinehurst, features local artists. TuesdaySaturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (910) 2550100 or visit www.ladybedfords.com.

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Old Golf Shoppe The Old Golf Shoppe is located at 10 Market Square, Pinehurst.

Call (910) 235-0006.

Old Sport & Gallery Old Sport & Gallery is located in the Harvard Building on Market Square in the village of Pinehurst. Open Tuesday through Saturday.

Call (910) 295-9775 or visit www.oldsportgallery.com.

One Eleven Main One Eleven Main is the exclusive shop for paintings by Fay Terry, located at 111 Main St., Aberdeen, in the historic hardware store building. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Call (910) 944-1181.

Seagrove Candle Company Store Seagrove Candle Company Store, 116 NW Broad St., Southern Pines, showcases the arts and crafts of the Sandhills and Seagrove region, including King’s Pottery, Crystal King’s Pottery, Thomas Pottery, Kate and Daniel Johnston, Eck McCanless, Dirt Works Pottery and Williams Pottery.

Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday and Wednesday-Saturday. (910) 695-0029.

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By appointment — (910) 639-9404 or (910) 315-6256. Open studio third Friday of every month.

SWANK Coffee Shop SWANK Coffee Shop, 232 NW Broad St., Southern Pines, supports local artists and crafters by offering local handmade items as well as serving coffee brewed from locally roasted gourmet coffee beans. Call (910) 692-8068.

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8:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

9:45 a.m.

4:45 p.m.

Praise & Worship Traditional Worship Sunday School Classes (all ages)

Children & Youth Programs Nursery for all services & programs “Little People Loving & Learning” Preschool Mon. - Fri.

An Interdenominational Church

Loving, Learning, Caring, Connecting 175 Midland Road (910)692-3518 spumc@nc.rr.com www.southernpinesumc.org

Bethesda Presbyterian Church Everyone Welcome

Sunday School: 9:45 Worship Service: 11:00 1002 N. Sandhills Blvd. (US 1) Aberdeen NC • 910-944-1319 www.bethesdapres.church

Worship Services

8:00 a.m. Daybreak (Communion) 9:00 a.m. NewSong (Contemporary) 10:30 a.m. Cornerstone (Traditional)

Programs/Activities for Entire Family Multiple Bible Studies Weekly

Adult Sunday School

Military Family Ministries

9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Nursery available for all services

Mother’s Morning Out

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First Baptist Church

Mass: Saturday Vigil Mass 5pm

Sunday Morning 8:30am - Traditonal Worship Service Sunday Morning 11:00am - Contemporary Worship Service

Sunday Mass 8:30am & 11am 2pm Spanish Mass Daily Mass, Weekdays at Noon & First Saturday 9am Wednesday Mass at 7pm (Spanish) Confession: Saturdays 3-4pm Mon-Fri 11:15-11:45

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Located at the corner of Ashe & Vermont • Southern Pines

910-692-6613 • www.st-anthony-of-padua.org

Adult Ministry

Sunday Morning 9:45am - Sunday School Sunday Evening 5:30-7:00pm - Discipleship Training Sunday Evening 6:00pm - Adult Bible Study Wednesday 6:30--7:30 PM - Prayer Meeting

Young Adult, Youth & Children’s Ministry

Sunday Morning 9:45am - Sunday School Sunday Evening 5:30--7:00 PM - Youth, Young Adults, Children Wednesday Evening 6:30--7:30 PM - Youth, Young Adults, Children

Senior Adult Ministry

Second Monday of Every Month 11:30am - Luncheon (various locations)

A Community of Light in a World of Darkness 700 North Sandhills Blvd. • Aberdeen • (910) 944-1421 www.aberdeenfbc.org

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• Discipleship Opportunities for All Ages •

8:15am 9:30am 9:45am & 10:45am 11:00am

SUNDAY Communion Service Family Service Adult Sunday School Class Adult Sunday School Class Traditional Service

WEDNESDAY 9:00am Seminary Lecture Series & 10:15am Seminary Lecture Series 5:45pm Break Night Meal & Program THURSDAY 10:00am Prayer Service

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CHURCHES Anglican Christ Church Anglican: 750 Fairway Dr., Southern Pines. 246-0955.

Holy Communion 10:30 a.m.

Apostolic Faith On Fire Deliverance Ministries: 3625 Murdocksville Road, West End. Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11:15 a.m., 6 p.m.

New Life Tabernacle United Pentecostal: 220 N. Pine St., Aberdeen. 944-1710.

Worship Services 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Assembly of God Lighthouse Assembly of God: 8361 N.C. 24-27, Carthage. 947-3554.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m., Sandhills Assembly of God: 6481 U.S. 1 N. 692-2403.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday service, 7 p.m.

Baptist Ashley Heights Baptist: 10351 Aberdeen Rd, Aberdeen. 944-1952.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Beaver Creek Baptist: 2280 Nicholson Rd, Cameron.

(919) 499-9632, (800) 681-8602.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Bethlehem Baptist: 1838 Bethlehem Church Rd, Carthage.

947-2835.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Beulah Hill Baptist: 7400 Beulah Hill Church Rd, West End. 295-6323.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

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Bright Light Baptist: 541 E. Plank Rd, Robbins. 948-4888.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

First Baptist, Aberdeen: 700 N. Sandhills Blvd., Aberdeen. 944-1421.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 8:30 and 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Calvary Baptist: 549 Plank Rd, Carthage. 948-3826. www.cbccarthage.com.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.;

First Baptist, Carthage: 108 McNeill St., Carthage. 947-2456.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

(1st and 3rd Sundays)

First Baptist, Pinehurst: 7373 N.C. 211 N., Pinehurst. 295-7022.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Wednesday service 7 p.m.

Cameron Baptist: 593 Carthage St., Cameron. 245-7222.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.; Cornerstone Baptist: 656 Hoffman Road, West End. 673-4085.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Deep Creek Baptist: 1995 Linden Road Ext., Pinehurst.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Eagle Springs Baptist: 460 Eagle Springs Rd, Eagle Springs.

673-3590.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.; Emmanuel Baptist: 632 McCrimmon Rd, Carthage.

947-4736.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.; Fairview Baptist: 1580 Carthage Rd, West End. 947-3260.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Faith Baptist: 2180 Carthage Rd, West End. 947-3797.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7 p.m.; Faith Missionary Baptist: 1400 W. Michigan Ave., Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

First Baptist, Robbins: 651 Hemp St., Robbins. 948-2768.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

First Baptist, Southern Pines: 200 E. New York Ave., Southern Pines.

692-8750.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m.

First Baptist, Vass: 3448 U.S. 1 S., Vass.

245-9945 Sunday School 10 a.m., Morning Worship 11 a.m.

First Baptist, West End: N.C. 211, West End. 673-1866.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

First Missionary Baptist: 576 Needmore Rd, Carthage. 947-3251.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

First Missionary Baptist: 315 S. Gaines St., 692-2022.

Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m., Youth Church 10:30 a.m., Highland Independent Baptist: 5587 U.S. 1, Vass. 693-7729.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.; Hope Community Baptist: 202 Camp Easter Rd, Lakeview.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

Ives Memorial Baptist: 365 E. Philadelphia Ave., Pinebluff.

281-3247.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Love Grove Free Will Baptist: Dawkins St., Jackson Hamlet.

295-4211.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

(1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays).

Middle Cross Baptist: 440 Lucas Rd, West End. Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 10:45 a.m.

New Home Baptist: 1000 Lobelia Rd, Vass. 245-3432.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Open Arms Community Church: 224 South St., Vass. 245-3612.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m.

Pineywood Baptist: 545 Pineywood Church Rd, Cameron.

245-1060.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

Pleasant Hill Baptist: 2237 Camp Easter Road, 692-0992.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist: 1981 Kelly Plantation Rd, Carthage.

947-2321.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service, 11:30 a.m.; (1st and 3rd Sundays)

Poplar Springs Baptist: 1049 Addor Rd, Pinebluff. 281-5619.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Providence Chapel Church Providence Chapel Rd., Robbins, 948-4003 Sunday School 10 am Worship Services 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

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Red Hill Baptist: 1160 Red Hill Rd, Cameron. 245-3904.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Seven Lakes Baptist 1015 Seven Lakes Dr, Seven Lakes.

673-4656.

Worship Service 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Solid Rock Baptist: 311 E. Maple St., Aberdeen. 944-2099.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sonlight Independent Baptist: 7027 N.C. 211. 215-5522.

Worship Services 11 a.m.

Southside Baptist: 125 Cedar Creek Rd. Biscoe, 428-9243 Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m. (except 1st Sunday).

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West Side Missionary Baptist: 291 West Side Rd, Robbins. 464-2230.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Yates-Thagard Baptist: 3820 Vass-Carthage Rd, Carthage.

949-3511.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m., Worship Services 10:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.;

Bible Fundamentalist Calvary Memorial Church: 400 S. Bennett St., Southern Pines.

692-8311.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7 p.m.

Catholic Sacred Heart: 300 Dundee Rd, Pinehurst. 295-6550. www.sacredheart pinehurst.org.

Saturday Vigil Mass 4:30 p.m.; Sunday Masses 8 a.m. , 10:45 a.m.; Daily Mass 8 a.m.; Confessions Saturday 3:30-4:15 p.m.

St. Anthony of Padua: 160 E. Vermont St., Southern Pines.

692-6613.

Masses: Sun. 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Spanish Mass 1 p.m. Sunday; Confessions: Monday - Friday 11:15 - 11:45 a.m., Saturday 3-4 p.m.

Catholic Cemetery, Camp Easter Road, Southern Pines.

Charismatic Grace Church: 1519 Luther Way, Southern Pines. 692-6711.

Worship Services 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:45 a.m.; 145 West Plaza Drive, Seven Lakes.

Sunday Worship 10:15 a.m.

Christian Brown’s Chapel Christian Church: 608 Brown’s Chapel Rd, Robbins.

464-3697.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m.; Glendon Independent Christian Church: 148 Glendon Church Rd, Carthage.

464-1988.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.; Mount Pleasant Christian Church: 4460 Lobelia Road, Vass. 245-7405.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Christian Science First Church of Christ, Scientist: 240 E. New Hampshire Ave., Southern Pines.

692-7759.

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Episcopal

Jewish

Carthage Church of God: 801 Saunders St., Carthage Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.;

Emmanuel Episcopal: 350 E. Massachusetts Ave. 692-3171.

Sunday Worship Rite I/HE, 7:30 a.m., 11 a.m., Rite II/HE, 9 a.m., 11 a.m.; Adult Forum for all ages 10:10 a.m.;

Sandhills Jewish Congregation Beth Shalom: 673-5224 • www.sandhillsjewish.org.

Shabbat Services on third Friday of month.

Christian Victory Center: 500 S. Hardin, 693-7778.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11:30 a.m.

The Harvest Church: 7310 N.C. 22, Southern Pines. 949-4640.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Heritage Church of God: U.S. 1, Vass. 245-7743.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m.; Prayer Tabernacle Holy Church of God: 6670 Calaway Rd, Aberdeen. 281-4477.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

Spruill Temple Church of God in Christ: 8076 Main St., West End. 295-0071.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 7:30 p.m.;

St. Mary Magdalene Episcopal: 1145 Seven Lakes Dr., West End. 673-3838.

Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.;

Evangelical Free Church Christ Community Church: 220 Campground Rd, West End. 215-8099. www.cccpinehurst.org.

Sunday Worship Services 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m.; Saturday 5:30 p.m.

Evangelical Presbyterian Christ Fellowship Church: 1425 Midland Road , Southern Pines.

692-5155.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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St. John United Church of God: 376 Bethlehem Church Rd, Carthage.

947-2239.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

Prayer Praise Cathedral of Deliverance: 4139 N.C. 211, West End. Worship Service 10 a.m.

St. Peter’s United Church of God: Eastwood Section, Pinehurst. 295-0936.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 11:30 a.m., 7 p.m.

Holiness Church of Promise: 557 Addor Road, Addor.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

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(1st and 3rd Sundays)

St. Ruth’s United Church of God: 213 Shepherd Road, West End. Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

(2nd and 4th Sundays).

Wells Tabernacle Church of God in Christ: 450 S. Stephens St. Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

Interdenominational Chapel in the Pines: Seven Lakes, West End. www.sevenlakes-chapelinthepines.com.

Worship Service 9 a.m.

Congregational

The Village Chapel: 10 Azalea Rd, Pinehurst. 295-6003.

Communion 8:15 a.m., Church Family Service Children’s Services 9:30 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.;

Community Congregational Church UCC: 141 N. Bennett St., Southern Pines.

692-8468.

Worship Service 11 a.m.

Trinity Christian Fellowship: 425 Magnolia Rd, Pinehurst. 215-5775.

Adult Sunday School 9 a.m., Communion Service, 8 a.m., Worship Service, 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.;

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Mount Zion AME Church: 584 Bryant Rd, Carthage. 947-2317.

Worship Service 11 a.m.,

Lutheran

Page Memorial United Methodist: 115 W. Main St., Aberdeen. 944-1093.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m.

Our Saviour Lutheran: 1517 Luther Way, Southern Pines. 692-2662.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Services 8:15 a.m., 9:38 a.m., 11 a.m.;

Pinehurst United Methodist: 4111 Airport Rd, Pinehurst. 215-4559.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., Worship Services 8:15 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 11 a.m.

St. Paul Lutheran (Missouri Synod): 3253 Niagara Carthage Road Whispering Pines. 949-2345

Pleasant Hill United Methodist: 1535 N. Moore Rd, Robbins. 464-5300.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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Sunday School at 9:45 a.m.

Methodist Carthage United Methodist: 401 McReynolds St., Carthage. www.carthageumc.org.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 8:45 a.m., 11 a.m.

Cool Springs United Methodist: Cool Springs Road, 464-5215.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Doubs Chapel United Methodist: 1444 Doubs Chapel Rd, West End. 947-1538. www.doubschapelumc.org.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Fair Promise United Methodist: 192 Fair Promise Rd, Goldson, NC 27292.

464-3217.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

High Falls United Methodist: 324 Frieson Rd., High Falls. 464-3217.

Worship Service 9:30 a.m., Sunday School 10:45 a.m.

Jordan Chapel AME Zion: 415 Yadkin Road, Southern Pines.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Mount Olive AME Zion: 440 Bethlehem Church Rd, Carthage.

947-4746.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Roseland United Methodist: 181 Rose Ridge Rd, Aberdeen. 281-4006.

Sunday School 10:00 a.m., Worship Service 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Southern Pines United Methodist Church: 175 Midland Rd, Southern Pines. 692-3518 www.southernpinesumc.org.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship 8:30 a.m., 11 a.m.

Trinity AME Zion Church: 972 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines.

692-6622.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship 11 a.m.; West End United Methodist Church: 4015 N.C. 73, West End. 673-1371.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Non-Denominational Blue Angel Outreach: 132 Poplar St., Vass. 944-1262.

Sunday School 11 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.; Calvary Chapel of the Sandhills: 201 W. South Main St, Aberdeen. 684-5296.

Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Church of Christ: 307 High St. 944-2520.

Bible Study 10 a.m., Worship services 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m.

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God’s House of Prayer Ministry: 205 Pats Road, Vass. 245-3263.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Hallie’s Chapel Deliverance Center: 103 Jones St., Aberdeen.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.;

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.; Sandhills Congregational United Church of Christ: Keyser Street, Aberdeen.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services, 11 a.m.

(2nd and 4th Sundays).

Jesus Is King of Deliverance Ministries: 550 Ashemont Rd, Aberdeen. 944-5536 ABC Class 9:30 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Turning Point Worship Center: 16433 U.S. 15-501S, Aberdeen. 281-2055.

Worship and Word 10:30 a.m.;

New Covenant Fellowship: 1305 Hulsey Road, Carthage. 947-1412.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.,

Victory Temple Ministries: 103 Spring St., Aberdeen Worship Service 11:15 a.m.;

New Direction Outreach Ministries: 3623 Old U.S. 1 Business N., Vass.

Sunday School 10:30 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

Pentecostal

Pentecostal Assembly of Jesus Christ: Eastman Road, Southern Pines.

Worship Services 8:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m.; Praise Temple Community Outreach: 149 Woodlawn St., West End. 384-4369.

Community Presbyterian: Everette and Kelly roads, Pinehurst.

295-6848.

Worship Services 9 a.m., 11 a.m., Sunday School 10 a.m.

(2nd and 4th Sundays).

St. Peter’s Deliverance of God: 490 Hodgins Rd, Southern Pines. 693-0396.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11:30 a.m.

Presbyterian Bensalem Presbyterian: 2981 Bensalem Church Rd, Eagle Springs.

673-1982.

Sunday School 10 a.m.

Worship Service 11 a.m..

First Pentecostal Holiness: 217 S. Pinehurst St., Aberdeen. 944-2533 Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Greater Glory Deliverance: 180 Cotton St., Aberdeen.

Morning Deliverance 11 a.m., Evening Deliverance 7 p.m.

Holly Grove Deliverance Church of God: 2520 N.C. 211, Eagle Springs.

Sunday School 10 a.m. every Sunday.

Worship Service, 11a.m.

Bethesda Presbyterian: 1002 N. Sandhills Blvd., Aberdeen. 944-1319.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Brownson Memorial: 330 S. May St., Southern Pines. 692-6252.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 9 a.m., 11:10 a.m.

Culdee Presbyterian: 916 N.C. 73, West End. 295-6685.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 8:20 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Eureka Presbyterian: 2185 Farm Life School Road, Carthage.

949-3361.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Jackson Springs Presbyterian: N.C. 73 East, Jackson Springs.

673-7630.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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John Hall Presbyterian: Dowd Rd, Carthage.

Worship Service, 8:30 a.m., (2nd and 4th Sundays).

Youth Church, 8:30 a.m., (1st. 3rd and 5th Sundays).

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Lakeview Presbyterian: 382 Camp Easter Road.

Sunday School 9 a.m., Worship Service 9:30 a.m.

McDonald’s Chapel: 1374 Foxfire Road. 295-0107.

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Providence Presbyterian: 608 Mills Road, Jackson Springs.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service, 11 a.m.

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Union Presbyterian: Union Church Road, State Road 1805.

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Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

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Vass Presbyterian: 310 Main St. Worship Service 9:30 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m.

Community Friends Church: 3878 U.S. 15-501, P.O. Box 813, Carthage.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

High Falls Friends Church: 1159 N.C. 22, Bennett.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Service 11 a.m.

Putman Evangelical Friends Church: 136 Putnam Church Rd, Carthage.

464-3278.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Rock Hill Evangelical Friends Church: N.C. 705 S., 148 Rock Hill Church Rd, Eagle Springs.

Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship Services 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Seventh Day Adventist Southern Pines Seventh Day Adventist: 1145 Wisconsin Ave., Southern Pines.

692-4087.

Sabbath School Sunday 9:30 a.m., Worship Service Saturday 11 a.m.

United Church of Christ Congregational Church of Pinehurst, UCC: 895 Linden Road, Pinehurst.

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Sunday Worship 10 a.m., Children’s Church 10:15 a.m., Fellowship 11 a.m.

Unitarian-Universalist Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Sandhills: 1320 Rays Bridge Road.

215-8777. www.uucsandhills.org.

Gathering 10 a.m., on the first four Sundays of the month.

Unitarian-Universalist Congregation: 669 Country Club Drive, Fayetteville.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Reaching out: Support groups offer help For those in need, a number of support groups are available in the Sandhills. The Pilot also runs a support group listing in the Wednesday paper each week. Call with corrections or additions to (910) 693-2482.

AlAnon meetings (for family members of alcoholics) are held at noon every Monday at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Southern Pines, and at noon every Friday at Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church in Southern Pines. Meetings are also held at 8 p.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday nights at the Alcoholics Anonymous building, located on Wyler Street, Aberdeen. Call (910) 215-8894.

Alcoholics Anonymous of Moore County has information available on its website, www.moorecountyaa.org, or by phone at (800) 496-1742. You also can reach the group by mail at Sandhills Intergroup, P.O. Box 2513, Southern Pines, NC 28388.

The Outreach of the Chapel in the Pines hosts an Alzheimer’s memory loss support group in Seven Lakes for caregivers of Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related conditions. It meets the third Tuesday of each month. The Chapel in the Pines also hosts a support group for people in early- to mid-stages of dementia. It meets at 2 p.m.

Wednesdays at the Chapel, 581 Seven Lakes Drive, Seven Lakes.

Call Rev. Fran Stark at (910) 673-5493.

Alzheimer’s Support Group meets at noon on the second Wednesday of every month, at Elmcroft of Southern Pines, 101 Brucewood Road, Southern Pines. The Alzheimer’s Support Group offers support, comfort and guidance to anyone affected by the disease. Space is limited.

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Fox Hollow Senior Living is offering a monthly Alzheimer’s Support and Educational Group for caregivers and their loved ones who are diagnosed.

The group meets at Fox Hollow the first Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m.190 Fox Hollow Road, Pinehurst. Call Elizabeth Ragsdale (910) 695-0011 or email Eragsdale @5sqc.com.

Alzheimer’s Support Group, hosted

by St. Joseph of the Pines, every third Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. Belle Meade Clubhouse, Canterbury Room, Camp Easter Road Campus, Southern Pines.

Call (910) 246-3014 or email besteves @sjp.org.

Autism Society of N.C. — Moore County Chapter meets second Thursday of the month at Sandhills Children’s Center for networking, idea sharing. RSVP required for attendance and/or child care. Call (910) 255-6715 or email autismsocietyofmoore@yahoo.com.

Middle Cross Baptist Church sponsors a cancer support group that meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Middle Cross Baptist Church, West End. Call Jessie Kellis at (910) 673- 2938 or Pastor David Reynolds at (910) 947- 2261.

Co-dependents Anonymous meets each Monday from 7-8 p.m. at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital, Conference Room C. ‘ Call Lourie Dix at (910) 692-9869 or (910) 695- 5588.

Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 83 of Moore County meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at 1020 Priest Hill Road, Carthage. DAV is a service organization dedicated to assisting disabled veterans. Service officers are available to help veterans with VA paperwork Tuesday through Thursday and also are on call. Drop in or call for an appointment.

For transportation to VA appointments or information, call (910) 944-1113 or visit www.davmembersportal.org/ chapters/nc/83/default.aspx.

Family Caregiver Support Group, Penick Village, led by Fran Stark. Third Thursday of each month, 1:30 p.m.

Contact Sarah Seawell or Katey McLochlan, (910) 692-0344.

Do you have a child with a special need, disability or chronic illness?

Family Support Network of the Sandhills can help you start a support group. Call Susan Fish (910) 420- 1178.

Caregivers Education and Support Group (Dementia-specific), fourth Tuesday of each month, 1 p.m., Senior Enrichment Center and second Tuesday of each month, 2 p.m., Given Library.

Registration required. For more information and to register, call Peggie Kennedy, Moore County Department of Aging, (910) 215-0900.

GCF Family Support Services is a parentto- parent support program. The greatest asset a child can have is a strong family. Its mission is to support, educate and provide connections for families of children with special needs and those born prematurely or needing special care. Call (910) 420-1178 or visit gcffamilysupportservices.org.

Caregiver Support Group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., at the Senior Enrichment Center. Call Peggie Kennedy at (910) 215-0900.

The Fayetteville Area Resource Support Group meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at 505B Owen Drive, Fayetteville.

Contact facilitators Patricia Rachmat,

LCSW, at prachmat@catfish chapter.org or (877) 257-7401 ext. 711, or Joanna Nunez, LCSW, at jnunez@catfish chapter.org or (877) 257-7401, ext. 712.

Friend to Friend, Moore County’s domestic violence and sexual assault agency. Healthy Relationship Support Groups every Wednesday, noon, 105 McReynolds St., Suite F, Carthage, and Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., Butterfly Boutique, Southern Pines.

Call (910) 947-3327.

Hopeful Hearts Chronic Illness support group meets the first and third Saturdays of every month at New Covenant Fellowship on Pinehurst Avenue. The meetings start at 4 p.m.

Legal Aid Intake Day, second Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Douglass Community Center, 1118 Pennsyl-vania Ave., Southern Pines.

Third Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sandhills Community Action Program, 103 Saunders St., Carthage.

Call (800) 672-5834.

Meditation program every Monday at 7 p.m. at The Awakened Heart Center for Conscious Living. Everyone is welcome.

Visit www.theawakenedheartcenter.com or call (910) 692-0995.

Military Spouse Support Group meets the last Friday of every month, 9-11 a.m., Trinity Christian Fellowship; child care provided. Fellow-ship, teaching, outreach and support. All military spouses from the community welcome. (910) 420-2550.

Mothers of Moore (MOM) is a support group for mothers of children ages birth to 5 years old. MOM meets the second Tuesday of every month from September through May at Southern Pines United Methodist 2016 Explore Moore: A Guide to the Sandhills 103

Visit www.nami-moorecounty.org, or call (910) 295-1053.

Church. MOM hosts weekly playgroups for children, holiday parties and other social activities throughout the year.

Visit www.meetup.com/Mothers-ofMoore or email co-chair@ mothersofmoore.org.

Overeaters Anonymous meets each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Bethesda Presbyterian Church, U.S. 1, Aberdeen, and Saturday at 10 a.m. at the AA Building, 504 Wilder Ave.

MS self-help group. For meeting date, time and location, contact Dell at (910) 944- 2567.

Narcotics Anonymous, an organization for recovering addicts, meets at Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church on Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Southern Pines. Call (866) 418-9500, or visit www.crna.org.

National Alliance on Mental Illness — Moore County (NAMI-MC) sponsors a local educational/ support meeting at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of each month, except in July or December. Its September meeting is held on the second Monday. A support-only meeting is held on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at FirstHealth Conference Center, located at the corner of Page Road and N.C. 211.

Sandhills Chapter of Teen Challenge is a residential faith-based recovery program for men ages 18+ with a drug or alcohol problem.

Visit www.sandhillstc.org or call (910) 947-2944.

Parkinson Support Group meets every third Wednesday, year-round. Village Chapel Care Cottage, 55 Commu-nity Road, Pinehurst. For patients and families dealing with Parkinson’s disease. Call Betty Ann Bennett (910) 684-8760.

Sandhills Down Syndrome Network Third Wednesday every other month, 6-8 p.m. at the Sandhills Children’s Center, in Southern Pines. Kids welcome. RSVP/info sdsninfo@gmail. com, or call (910) 584-0585, or find us on Facebook: Sandhills Down Syndrome Network.

“Pieces of Hope,” West End-based women’s group providing education about many forms of domestic and other abuse: physical, mental, self, emotional, verbal, financial, work place.

The group also brings awareness about the effects of abuse on children.

Visit www.kevawilliams.org.

Sandhills Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) is a program for mothers of children ages birth-5. MOPS meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month during the school year in Pinehurst. For information, call (910) 215-8099, visit www.SandhillsMOPS.org or email SandhillsMOPS@gmail.com.

Recovery Program for addicts at Beaver Creek Family Life Center, 2280 Nicholson Road, Cameron, MondaySaturday, 7 p.m., and Sundays, 6 p.m.

(919) 499-9632.

Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA) is a spiritual program based on the principles and traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous. Local group meetings are held on Mondays at 7:30 p.m., in

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For more information, visit www. saatriangle.org or call (910) 641-2780.

Sexual assault support group — Friend to Friend, the domestic violence and rape crisis center in Moore County, is forming a weekly support group for survivors of sexual assault. No charge. The group meets at 103 Monroe St., in Carthage.

Call (910) 947-3333.

Therapeutic Foster Parent orientation sessions by NC MENTOR meets Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. at Simpson Executive Center, 503 Carthage, Suite 302, Sanford.

Call (919) 718-9339 or visit nc-mentor.com.

Boles Funeral Home After Care Program hosts a luncheon for widows or widowers on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Golden Corral, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $5.

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Whatever Your Interest, There’s a Club for It Want to get involved? Moore County has a plethora of active clubs, organizations and groups for those looking for civic or hobbyoriented activities. For the latest information on these enthusiastic groups and their activities, check the community calendar in the Wednesday edition of The Pilot or online at www.thepilot. com/calendar. To submit your group’s listing for publication, call Mary Novitsky at (910) 693-2480, email mary@thepilot.com or fax information to (910) 692-9382. The Pilot also publishes club news each Wednesday.

To submit club news, call Features Editor Faye Dasen at (910) 693-2475, or email fdasen@thepilot.com.

A’s Square Dance Club A’s Square Dance Club is an advanced level club. Dances are held at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month and at 3:30 p.m. every Friday at the Senior Center. Dancers new to the area are welcome. The caller is Jimmy Roberson. Contact Karen Robbins at (910) 949-2001.

AAUW Membership in the Sandhills/Southern Pines Branch of the American Association of University Women is open to anyone holding an associate or baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college. Contact Sue L. Williamson at (910) 692-7154 or email suewilliamson248@hotmail.com.

Act II ACT II is a social organization that fosters friendships and sponsors activities for residents of Moore County. Members may be new to the community or long-time residents who share an interest in making new friends.

They pursue activities such as bridge,

golf, book club, Mah Jongg, Thirsty Thursday, Walkers and Sunday Social.

Highlights are the ACT II Holiday Party as well as dining out at the Pinehurst Members Club and local restaurants for special events. New members are welcome. Members receive a membership directory and a monthly newsletter containing details of current activities and community events.

Visit www.act2pinehurst.net or email ecmoses529@gmail.com.

American Legion Aberdeen American Legion Post No. 72 Aberdeen American Legion Post No. 72 meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the American Legion Building, 211 E. Main Street in Aberdeen.

Contact Jerry Wilson at (910) 690-3550 or Glenn Butler at (301) 275-6676.

Carthage American Legion Post No. 12 American Legion Post No. 12 Carthage meets the second Thursday of the month at the American Legion Post on Legion Road in Carthage. Veterans of all branches of the military are welcome.

Contact Commander Randy Craven at (910) 949-9915.

American Red Cross - Moore County Chapter The American Red Cross has been serving Moore County since 1919, providing housing, food, clothing and support to military families and those displaced from their homes by fire. CPR and AED classes are available. Always in need of blood, the chapter holds blood drives throughout the county year-round. In case of a house fire, call the Moore County Chapter at (910) 692-8571, drop by 115 E. Pennsylvania Ave., mail them at P.O. Box 407, Southern Pines, NC 28387 or visit www.redcross. org/nc/southern-pines.

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American Singles Golf Association The American Singles Golf Association — Pinehurst Chapter is active in golf and social events for adult singles. Visit www.pinehurst.singlesgolf.com.

The Animal Operations Advisory Board (AOAB) “The AOAB was established by the County Commissioners in 2013. Its primary focus has evolved over the past three years to one of driving prevention efforts aimed at decreasing the number of pets entering the county shelter, The Animal Center of Moore County. It strives to do this through various programs, including a voucher program providing highly subsidized access to spay and neuter services, a food program for the pets of families in challenging situations, a drive to increase awareness among the military community of services available to them for their pets if they are deployed or moved, training programs for owners at risk of surrendering pets to the shelter and a strong focus on “neighborhood” or homeless cats. The voucher program and other preventive programs are funded through a community-based donation fund, Fix’Moore Fund – for the animals of Moore County. Visit www. animalcentermoorecounty.com/donate. or call 910-947-6403.”

Antique Auto Club of America, Sandhills Chapter The Sandhills Chapter of the Antique Auto Club of America (AACA) meets monthly and offers a variety of activities, including road trips, lunch and/or dinner out, community parade appearances for its vehicles and an annual car show.

The Chapter donates money to the automotive department at Sandhills Community College. It also donated

funds for the restoration of the antique Pinehurst firetruck, which has been completed. Contact Jack Kennard at (502) 558-3821.

Ballroom Dancers of the Sandhills The Ballroom Dancers of the Sandhills club offers dancers of all levels the opportunity to learn and practice ballroom dancing in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The club meets at the Senior Enrichment Center off of 15-501 the second and fourth Thursdays of every month with the dancing beginning at 7 p.m. Email ballroomdancersofthesandhills@gmail. com or call Adam Piergallini at (910) 246-3320.

Bear Creek Hiking Club Organized in March 2009, the Bear Creek Hiking Club has become a regional club for outdoor lovers.

Members are hiking 2- to 12- mile walks, usually on Tuesdays and Thursdays on local county trails, in regional state parks and along the Blue Ridge Mountains. Call Brian Christianson at (910) 400-5343.

Botanical Garden Club The Botanical Garden Club, now in it’s 20th year, meets the second Thursday of the month September - May for a short business meeting, a gardeningfocused speaker and lunch prepared by several members. Members donate their time and expertise to the greater community by planting and maintaining container gardens at Hospice House, providing garden support at Weymouth, and working with student gardens at an area primary school. Members raise fund for their charity activities through winter and spring plant sales, including poinsettias and amaryllis bulbs for holiday exploremoorenc.com

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Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills From games and athletics to drug prevention workshops, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sandhills offers young people a range of fun and productive activities. Clubs are open each day after school from 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

– when research has shown children to be most vulnerable to gangs, violence and other risky behaviors. In the summer, Clubs and special summeronly sites open their doors all day to young people with nowhere else to go.

Located at 160 Memorial Park Court Southern Pines. Call(910) 692-0777 or visit sandhillsbgc.org.

Carolina Pines Chapter of USA Dance The Carolina Pines Chapter of USA Dance meets the second Saturday of each month at Southern Pines Elks Lodge.

Doors open at 7 p.m. for a social with a lesson at 7:30 p.m. and dancing from 8 to 10 p.m. Beginners and experienced dancers are welcome for an evening of ballroom, Latin and shag music.

Contact Judy (919) 770-1975 or email USADanceCarolinaPines@gmail.com Citizens’ Pet Responsibility Committee Appointed by the Moore County Commissioners in early 2006, the mission of the Citizens’ Pet Responsibility Committee is to provide and drive, with the support of the County Commissioners, solutions to the pet overpopulation crisis in Moore County. A six session Pet Responsibility program is now presented to over 1,200 fourth graders in all Moore County public schools and has now expanded to the private school sector. The program explores and encourages responsibility, accountability, respect, commitment, advocacy and courage, all within the context of caring for the domesticated animals that share our lives. Call 910949-9953 or visit mcprc.org.

Civil War Round Table The Gen. Rufus Barringer Civil War Round Table meets in the Civic Center every third Thursday. In January, the meetings are on the first Thursday at the Pinehurst town hall. The Civil War Round Table hosts speakers from all over the country. Contact Tonia Smith at (910) 692-4934.

Cleveland Browns Backers The Cleveland Browns Backers of the Sandhills, a club made up of more than 42 loyal Cleveland Browns football fans living in the Sandhills area, meet every time the Browns play a regular season game. The local chapter meets at The Bell Tree, (910) 692-4766, 155 NE Broad St. in Southern Pines. Contact Fred at (910) 295-6480.

College Club The College Club is a nonprofit organization that welcomes all women who have earned a four-year college degree or more. The club meets every other month at the Pinehurst members’ club. Contact Judy McCaffrey at (910) 215-8814.

Democratic Men of Moore County For information about joining or participating in Democratic Men’s events, visit www.mooredems.org or e-mail info@mooredems.org.

Democratic Women of Moore County The Democratic Women of Moore County promote the principles of the Democratic Party: opportunity for economic advancement, quality living conditions, equal and fair treatment under the law, and an adequate system of critical public services for all current and future residents of the USA. Visit www.mooredems.org, email democraticwomenmoorecounty@ gmail.com or call (910) 725-0307.

Disabled American Veterans The Disabled American Veterans Moore County Chapter No. 83 meets at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at 1020 Priest Hill Road in Carthage. The DAV also offers transportation for vets to the nearby VA hospital. Volunteer drivers are always needed. Contact DAV at (910) exploremoorenc.com

947-2821. Written correspondence may be sent to: DAV, Moore County Chapter No. 83, P.O. Box 1881, Carthage, NC 28327.

Duffie Dancers Round Dance Club The Duffie Dancers Round Dance Club is an all-phase club. Dances are held every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Olde West End gym. Beginners are asked to come at 6:30 p.m. The cuer is Penny Lewis. Contact Penny Lewis at (910) 220-5022.

First Tee of the Sandhills The First Tee of the Sandhills impacts the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. Admin Office is located at 15 Dawn Rd; Suite 1 – Pinehurst. Call (910) 255-3035 or visit www.thefirstteesandhills.org and www. facebook.com/thefirstteesandhills.

Fleet Reserve Association The Cape Fear Branch 259 of the Fleet Reserve Association and Ladies Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve meet every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the RMA Building off old Elizabethtown Road in Fayetteville. Contact Charles Dittmar at (910) 848-6126.

Foxfire Book Club The Foxfire Book Club meets the third Monday of each month at 3 p.m. in the Foxfire Town Hall. Membership is open to all Foxfire Village residents, and there are no dues. Contact Judy McCollum at (910) 420-2355.

Friend to Friend Friend to Friend is a nonprofit 501c (3) organization, started in 1988, to serve victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Moore County, regardless of socioeconomic, religious, age, or immigration status. We are the only domestic violence and sexual assault agency in Moore County. To achieve our mission, we offer a free 24/7 crisis line emergency housing at our undisclosed shelter, a court advocacy program, a sexual assault advocacy program, court accompaniment, community education, counseling services, hospital accompaniment for sexual assault, legal aid, and referrals to other community resources. Visit friendtofriend.me or call (910) 947-3333 Offices located at 103 Monroe Street, Carthage. exploremoorenc.com

The Friends of the Aberdeen Library Our organization is working to bring a new library to Aberdeen. The current library – Page Memorial – is 107 years old, 960 square feet library that has limited books and operating hours.

We are looking to develop a 10,000 square foot facility that will be open a least six days a week, have greater book and computer availability, after school and summer programs for children, meeting spaces for organizations, classes for adult reading and English as a second language and so much more for the citizens of Aberdeen and the surrounding area.

Visit www.aberdeenlibrary.wix.com/ aberdeenlibrary Friends of the Postmaster’s House Friends of the Postmaster’s House is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that supervises the care and use of The Postmaster’s House in the Aberdeen Historic District. The house is available for rent. Located at 204 E. South Street; Aberdeen Call (910) 944-2583 or (910) 944-7776 or visit www.facebook.com/ aberdeenpostmaster.

Garden Club of the Sandhills The Garden Club of the Sandhills was established in 1966. Members meet monthly from September through May at various locations, beginning at 10 a.m. Programs vary and all are garden related. Garden Club of the Sandhills’ projects include an annual scholarship to a horticultural student at Sandhills Community College, providing monies to Weymouth Center and the Arboretum in Pinehurst, as well as several community and state projects.

Membership is by invitation. Contact Cav Peterson at (910) 295-0799.

Golf Capital Chorus The Golf Capital Chorus is looking for new members. Can you carry a tune, and do you like to sing? Visit Barbershop Chorus rehearsals on Mondays at 7 p.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, 125 Everette Road, Pinehurst. Contact John Arnold at (910) 295-7456 or visit www. thegolfcapitalchorus.org.

Junior League of Moore County Junior League of Moore County is a nonprofit organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women

and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Visit www.jlmcnc.org or email juniorleaguemoorecounty@gmail.com Kiwanis Club The Kiwanis clubs aim to serve the community, especially its children, through service projects and volunteer work. Local clubs in Moore County include: Kiwanis in the Pines Meets Thursdays at 7 a.m. at Mulligans.

Kiwanis Club of the Sandhills Meets each Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at the Country Club of North Carolina.

Pinehurst Kiwanis Meets at noon on Thursdays at Elliott’s on Linden.

Seven Lakes Kiwanis Club Meets weekly, every Tuesday at noon, at the Chapel in the Pines.

Kiwanis Aktion Club A community-service organization for adults with developmental disabilities, the Aktion Club is sponsored in part by the Arc of Moore County and local Kiwanis Clubs. Kiwanis members assist the Aktion Club with its organizational and service activities and provide contacts with the business and professional community. Call the Arc for more information about how to get involved and service activities at (910) 692-8272 Knights of Columbus A men’s fraternal organization chartered by Congress and open to Catholic gentlemen. For information about local chapters not listed, call (910) 295-1049 or go to www.kofc.org.

Monsignor Fredrick Koch No. 6528 Chapter of the Knights of Columbus meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at the Pope John Paul II Catholic School, Southern Pines.

Sacred Heart Council No. 11103 Chapter of the Knights of Columbus meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of the month in the Founders Hall of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

League of Women Voters “The League of Women Voters of Moore County is nonpartisan organization that encourages the informed and active participation in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League holds candidate forums, forums on areas of general interest and voter registration events. The League also co-sponsors the Ruth Pauley Lecture Series at Sandhills Community College.

In March, during Women’s History Month, the League hosts Lunch with Legends, a fund-raising event of live presentations featuring women from history. Most proceeds go to sponsor a scholarship for a Moore County High School Senior. The LWVMC holds a luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month excluding December, March, July and August, at Table on the Green, Midland Country Club. Contact Kathy Bergquist at (910) 673-3955 or visit www.lwvmc.org.

Linden Garden Club of Pinewild Residents of the Pinewild Country Club are invited to join the Linden Garden Club of Pinewild. Founded in 1993, the club has 170 members of varying ages, backgrounds and interests. Meetings are held at 10 a.m. on the third Thursday of every month (September through June) at the Pinewild Clubhouse. Each meeting consists of a presentation by local specialists on varied subjects of interest, the business meeting and optional luncheon. The club supports a variety of community projects and local organizations and sponsors a scholarship for a landscaping or horticultural student of Sandhills Community College. It also maintains a garden in Pinewild. Contact Nona Burrell at (910) 295-3909.

Lions Clubs The Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service organization with more than 1.4 million members.

Aberdeen Lions Club Meets at noon on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at Mac’s Restaurant on U.S. 1. Contact Chuck Dearborn at (910) 964-0057.

Carthage Lions Club Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of the month at the Carthage Fire Department. Contact Ron Kelly at (910) 690-6161.

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clubs Pinebluff Lions Club Meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 6 p.m. in the Lions Club House, 165 W. Philadelphia Ave. Contact Joan Mangrum at (910) 281-5500.

Vass Lions Club Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays of the month at Valenti’s Restaurant, in Vass.

Contact John German at (910) 2453177, email VassLionsClub@outlook. com or visit www.VassLionsClub.org.

Marine Corps League The Marine Corps League Detachment 1001 is looking for a few active, reserve, retired, honorably discharged Marines or FMF Corpsmen to join the local Marine Corps League to share “Esprite De Corps. The detachment meets the second Wednesday of each month at 1930 hours at the VFW Building at 615 South Page St., in Southern Pines.

Military Missions in Action (MMIA) Military Missions in Action (MMIA) is a nonprofit organization committed to assisting veterans with disabilities to achieve independent living while also supporting active servicemen and women. MMIA helps disabled veterans with home modifications and ships care packages to active duty military deployed overseas. Founded in 2008, the North Carolina-based organization has provided aid to local veterans with the help of local volunteers.

Call (910) 603-5999 or visit www. militarymissionsinaction.org.

Military Order of Purple Hearts The Military Order of Purple Hearts meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Monday of every month at the DAV on Hwy. 77 in Hamlet.

Call John L. Mims at (910) 281-4877.

Military Officers Association Of America (MOAA) The Sandhills Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America is a 501(c)(19) nonprofit organization made up of veterans who have served honorably as commissioned officers or warrant officers in one of the uniformed

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services of the United States. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, alternating between luncheons at Belle Meade Resort and dinners at the Pinehurst Members Club. The chapter conducts community Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies and provides scholarship support for JROTC detachments in eight local high schools. Contact president Cmdr. Polly Flippo at (910) 691-2020 or visit www. sandhillsmoaa.com.

MOAA Women Membership in MOAA Women is open to wives of military officers, retired female officers who are members of the Sandhills chapter of Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) and widows of retired officers who are members of the MOAA Auxiliary.

Moore Area Shag Society The Moore Area Shag Society meets the first Saturday of each month at Southern Pines Elk Lodge at 7 p.m. for a dance/social. M.A.S.S. members provide beginning shag dance lessons every Friday at 6:30 p.m., at Bunker Jack’s Tavern, The Greenleafe Inn, 175 Persimmon Drive, Pinebluff.

Call Josephine Garber at (910) 692-4144 or Mike Sigler at (910) 692-6345, or email mooreshaggers@gmail.com.

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Moore County Amateur Radio Society The Moore County Amateur Radio Society (MOCARS) is federally licensed and actively supports all aspects of area amateur (ham) radio, including community service activities.

Meetings are held at the Moore County Health Department, 705 Pinehurst Blvd., Carthage, at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month, except December. Anyone with an interest in amateur radio is welcome. Periodic licensing courses and examinations are offered. Two meter nets are held on Wednesday and Sunday evenings at 8 p.m. on 147.240 + 600 offset +91.5 tone and are open to everyone. Contact James Johnson (910) 400-3019.

Moore County Choral Society The Moore County Choral Society

(MCCS), a 100-plus voice chorus of volunteer singers, celebrates the rich and varied heritage of choral music through outstanding live choral performances, and promotes and shares choral art through education and public outreach. Now in its 41st season, MCCS offers a diverse membership from Moore, Hoke, Lee, Richmond and Scotland counties. MCCS performs two concerts each year, presenting a varied repertoire. Rehearsals are held at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, September through April, in the Fellowship Hall of Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church on South May Street in Southern Pines.

Visit www.moorecountychoralsociety.org, email info@moorecountychoralsociety.org or call (910) 281-2029.

Moore County Concert Band The Moore County Concert Band is always looking for new members.

Rehearsals are held at 6:30 p.m. Monday evenings at Sandhills Community College. The band performs four concerts per year and rehearses September through June. Call (910) 295-9023, or visit www.moorecountyband.com.

Moore County Democratic Party The Moore County Democratic Party promotes the principles of the Democratic Party: opportunity for economic advancement, quality living conditions, equal and fair treatment under the law, and an adequate system of critical public services for all current and future residents of the USA. Visit www.mooredems.org, call (910) 603-0418 or email info@mooredems.org.

Moore County Genealogical Society The Moore County Genealogical Society meets bimonthly at the Moore County Library, 101 Saunders St., in Carthage on the third Saturday of the months of January, March, May, July, September and November.

It meets at 10:30 a.m. Every November, the annual meeting is held for the election of new officers and directors. Visit www. rootsweb.com/~ncmcgs/index.html.

Moore County Home Builders Association Chartered in 1977, the Moore County Home Builders Association is a non

profit trade association consisting of builder and associate member-firms throughout the Sandhills. Call (910) 9442992 or email staff@mchba.com.

Moore County Kennel Club of N.C. The Moore County Kennel Club of N.C. Inc. is an AKC-licensed breed club open to all those interested in dogs and the betterment of their lives. Club members meet at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at Table on the Green at Midland Country Club on Midland Road, Pinehurst. The Club is active in breed, obedience, rally, agility, field and earth dog trials. Visit www.mckcnc.com.

Moore County Literacy Council The Moore County Literacy Council is a 501 3c organization whose mission it is to impact the lives of adults in Moore County who are unable to read.

Visit www.mclilteracy.org, email Kris@ mcliteracy.org or call Kris Dahlberg at (910) 692-5954.

Moore County Masonic Blue Lodges Carthage Masonic Lodge No. 181 302 Saunders St. Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7:30pm” Southern Pines Masonic Lodge No. 484 230 NE Broad St. Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7pm Roman Eagle Masonic Lodge No. 550 US Hwy 15/501 South, Aberdeen Meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7:30pm Elberta Masonic Lodge No. 654 NC Hwy 73 West, West End Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7:30pm” Moore County NAACP The NAACP ensures the political, educational, social and economic equality of minority groups and citizens; removes all barriers of racial discrimination through the democratic process; seeks to enact and enforce federal, state and local laws securing exploremoorenc.com

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Moore County Neighborhood Cats (MCNC) Moore County Neighborhood Cats (MCNC), a newly-formed county committee, refers to “neighborhood cats” as those living outside in groups of varying sizes, growing up for the most part with minimal human contact.

MCNC was formed to formulate and drive, with the help of the community, plans to humanely control the population of neighborhood cats in Moore County. Current efforts , already underway, include a focus on the more adoptable cats and kittens from these colonies. Moore County residents owning horses, barns and property would welcome these cats into their environments as barn cats.The cats are spayed or neutered and vaccinated.

The adoption fee goes to the Fix’Moore Fund which funds MCNC activities. Visit www.animalcentermoorecounty.com/ donate or call (910) 949-9953.

Moore County Shrine Club The Moore County Shrine Club’s main purpose is to raise funds for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. The club holds a 6:30 p.m. dinner meeting on the third Tuesday of each month at Table on the Green.. Ladies meet four times a year.

Unaffiliated Shriners are always invited.

The SAND-Ts mini Model-T parade unit is a part of the club. All local Shriners are also asked to help with the annual Children’s Hospitals fundraising fish fry held on the second Friday of September each year. Contact William Loeser at (910) 693-3306 and/or send Shriner’s Hospital donations to500 Roundabout Road Whispering Pines NC 28327.

Moore County Vietnam Veterans of America Moore County Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 966 meets the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the

Westside Community Center in Seven Lakes West. The chapter conducts Memorial Day and POW/MIA Day ceremonies at the Veterans Memorial in Carthage. In keeping with the chapter’s purpose, funds are raised yearly to assist local active duty military personnel and veterans of all conflicts. Visitors are welcome to attend meetings. Membership is open to all Vietnam-era veterans who served honorably and associate membership is open to anyone who has an interest in supporting the activities of the organization. Contact Chapter Jack Bergquist at (910) 673-3955. or jackvva@ nc.rr.com. Written correspondence may be sent to VVA Chapter 966, P.O. Box 1073, West End, NC 27376.

NARFE National Association of Active Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter No. 1895 meets at 10:30 a.m. on the second Monday of each month at the Community Congregational Church, 141 N. Bennett St., Southern Pines. NARFE also is open to all active and retired postal employees.

Neighbors of Pinehurst Neighbors Of Pinehurst is a social organization for residents of Pinehurst and the surrounding communities.

Meeting new people is a primary goal of this group. Couples and Singles are welcome. Annual Dues of $20 per household enables you to sign up for numerous social events, including the Fall Picnic, the August Pool Party, a Spring Progressive Dinner, the annual Book Club Luncheon, the February Bridge Luncheon and Dining Out throughout the year. You can also sign up for smaller group activities such as Book Clubs, Bridge Marathons, and others. Call Jack MacMillan at (910) 420-1344 or visit www. neighborsofpinehurst.org .

Newcomers of Pinehurst Founded in 1984, the Newcomers of Pinehurst is a social organization with the goal of helping new residents of the Pinehurst area cultivate new friendships and become acquainted with their community by providing social events and activities. Anyone who is a resident of the Pinehurst area for one year or less is invited to join. Newcomers of Pinehurst meets at 5 p.m. on the exploremoorenc.com

first Monday of every month in the Chairman’s Room at Pinehurst Member’s Club. Visit www.pinehurstnewcomers. com, contact Joan Sondag at jsondag@ windstream.net or call (910) 944-0702.

Pinehurst Rotary Club Meets at noon every Tuesday at the Pine Crest Inn. Visit pinehurstrotary. org or contact Clem Jowett at (910) 528 1499 or clemjowett@gmail.com.

Ohio State University Sandhills Alumni Club of N.C. The OSU Sandhills Alumni Club is operated as a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization by and for Buckeyes here in the Sandhills. All that is required for membership is a strong “Buckeye spirit,” not necessarily an OSU diploma. The club exists to gather and share this spirit. All activities are conducted solely to aide the community or to raise scholarship funds to assist OSU students. Visit www. sandhillsbuckeyes.com.

Rotary Club of the Sandhills Meets every Wednesday at 7 a.m. in the dining room of the Carolina Hotel.

Pinehurst Conservation Commission Established in 2003 as part of the village’s Comprehensive Long-Range Plan, the Pinehurst Conservation Commission’s mission is to determine and promote the conservation goals of the village. The Commission consists of six committees which specialize in issues important to preserve the unique character and quality of life in the village. The committees include Open Space, Tree Preservation, Water Conservation, Recycling and Hazardous Waste Disposal, Greenway Wildlife Habitat and Alternative Energy. The Pinehurst Conservation Commission typically meets the first Monday of every month, beginning in January, in the Council Conference room of the Village Hall at 395 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst. (910) 295-2581.

Professional Women’s Network The Professional Women’s Network traditionally meets the second Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. at the Filly & Colt’s. Email Sue Hays Bar, membership chair, at mc@gmail.com.

Rotary Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations and helps build good will and peace in the world. Local clubs include: Carthage Rotary Club Meets at 12 p.m. every Thursday at Little River Golf and Resort. Contact Mark Lemmond at (910) 947-6639. exploremoorenc.com

Sandhills Community College Rotaract.

Meets in the SGA board room. Contact Mary Bridschge at (910) 246-4128.

Southern Pines Rotary Club Meets at noon on Fridays at Mid Pines Resort, 101 Midland Road, Southern Pines. (910) 692-9572.

Sandhills Bridge Center The Sandhills Bridge Center is a good place to locate fellow bridge players.

The center is located at 155 Hall Ave., Southern Pines. Call Steve Kline at (513) 300-6554 or the center direct at (910) 246-0464.

Sandhills Christian Women’s Connection The Sandhills Christian Women’s Connection meets at noon on the third Thursday of each month at National Golf Club in Pinehurst for music, lunch and an inspirational message. Contact Joyce Wagstaff at (910) 299-4991.

Sandhills Classic Street Rod Association Sandhills Classic Street Rod Association meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at Golden Corral, 265 Turner St., in Aberdeen. The Association also holds cruise-ins on the third Friday of every month from April to October at Mac’s Breakfast Anytime in Southern Pines. You do not have to own an Americanmade car, 1972 or older, you just need to have an interest in classic cars. Visit sandhillsclassicstreetrods.com.

Sandhills Gem and Mineral Society Sandhills Gem and Mineral Society meets the last Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in Room 207 of Van Dusen Hall, Sandhills Community College. The club is open to anyone interested in rocks, gems, minerals and jewelry. Earth science field trips are planned, and families are welcome. Contact Jeffrey Sheer at (910) 693-0331 or jasheer1742@

gmail.com, or call Ken Carlson at (910) 255-0251 or quarken@embarqmail.com.

Sandhills Handweavers Guild The Sandhills Handweavers Guild is an active, vibrant organization that welcomes all weavers, spinners, knitters, fiber artists or anyone interested in working with fiber. Please join us at our monthly meetings starting in February, every third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the Sandhills Community College’s Ball Gardens Visitors Center Classroom. Email Sandhillshandweavers@gmail.com or visit Sandhillshandweaversguild.org.

Sandhills/Moore Coalition Currently more than 75 area churches support our efforts to meet the emergency needs of our Moore County neighbors by providing food, clothing and financial resources. Email info@sandhillscoalition. org, visit www.sandhillscoalition.org or call (910) 693-1600. Human care services address is 1500 W Indiana Southern Pines.

Resale shops address 1117 W Pennsylvania Southern Pines.

Sandhills Natural History Society The Sandhills Natural History Society meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at Weymouth Woods.

The club invites anyone interested in the birds, plants and animals of the Sandhills to attend. Call (910) 692-2167 or visit www.sandhillsnature.org.

Sandhills Needlers Guild The Sandhills Needlers Guild, a chapter of the ANG (American Needlepoint Guild), meets at 1 p.m. on the first Monday of most months at the Sandhills Horticulture Center at Sandhills Community College. Call (910) 295-3727.

Sandhills Photography Club Sandhills Photography Club meets at 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in the theater of the Hannah Marie Bradshaw Activities Center on The O’Neal School campus, 3300 Airport Road, Southern Pines. Prospective members and guests, regardless of background or skill in photography, are invited to attend the meetings. We have member competitions and featured speakers every other month. Visit www. sandhillsphotoclub.org.

Sandhills Pointing Breeds Club The Sandhills Pointing Breeds Club,

an AKClicensed hunt club for pointing breeds only, meets at 10 a.m. on the first Saturday of every other month from September through May at the clubhouse. Club grounds in Jackson Springs are available for members to train their dogs. Call Richard Osborn at (910) 400-5106 or visit sandhillspointingbreedsclub.org Sandhills PRIDE The mission of Sandhills PRIDE is to unite, celebrate, enhance and serve lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgendered people, their allies and its organizations by providing social engagement, service, education and leadership in the Sandhills region of North Carolina.

Sandhills PRIDE will unite a visible LGBT community; celebrate the freedom and equality of all people; enhance the wellbeing and development of the local LGBT community by contributing to organizations with like-minded purposes; and serve the Sandhills region through social engagement, education, leadership, charity, good will, and responsible citizenship. Sandhills PRIDE is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization located in Moore County, NC. Contact Michael Edwards at (910) 639-0569. “ Sandhills Striders Running Club The Sandhills Striders running club is an encouraging group of runners of all ages and abilities who cheer each other on at the races and train together in small groups throughout the week. The club usually has many shorter runs to chose from during the week such as Tuesday evening speedwork, Wednesday evening Dugan’s Pub run, Thursday evening Southern Pines run, and the Saturday morning social run. See the group’s Facebook page for last-,minute details. Visit www.sandhillsstriders.org for email info@sandhillsstriders.org Sandhills Quilters Guild The Sandhills Quilters Guild meets at 9:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the First Baptist Church, 200 East New York Ave., Southern Pines. The public is invited to attend. Visit www. sandhillsquilters.org, or call Gail Reilly at (910) 949-4544.

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clubs who shared a common love of railroad and railroad modeling. Today, club members showcase their model train layout and operating system in the historic Union Depot in Aberdeen. The club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. in the Aberdeen Train Depot. The first Wednesday is the business meeting.

The others are work and run nights.

Visitors and anyone interested in club membership are welcome. Call Dick Hilbert at (910) 295-2154.

Save Our Sandhills Save Our Sandhills (SOS) is a grassroots organization which seeks to save and protect the Sandhills woods, streams, farmland, and wildlife for the benefit of our citizens and future generations, while also seeking to save and protect those special features and qualities of our towns that make them such wonderful places to live, all of which will be accomplished in concert with other organizations. Contact

Joe McDonald at (910) 315-1233 or joemc@mindspring.com. Visit www. saveoursandhills.org.

Southern Pines Civic Club The Southern Pines Civic Club, a women’s organization serving social, educational and cultural needs of our community since 1907, welcomes new members. The clubhouse, at 105 South Ashe St. in Southern Pines since its construction in 1925, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is available for special functions.

Call (910) 695-0853 or write to SPCC Membership Chairperson, P.O. Drawer 2020, Southern Pines, NC 28387.

Special Forces Association The local Sandhills Chapter of the Special Forces Association, Chapter 62, holds monthly meetings on the first Saturday of the month at 1800 hours at the VFW post #7218, located at 615 South Page St., Southern Pines.

Members in the SFA is limited to activity duty and former Special Forces qualified personnel and to others who have significantly contributed to the missions and operations of Special Forces units throughout the years. Visit www.sfa62.org.

United Way of Moore County The United Way of Moore County, NC is a private non-profit organization with a local board of directors whose mission is to make a measurable impact on the quality of life in the community by addressing our essential human service issues. Located at 375 S.E. Broad Street, Suite. D, Southern Pines. Call (910) 6922413, email united.way@uwaymoore. com, or visit www.unitedwaymoore.com.

Veterans of Foreign Wars The “All American” John Boyd Post 7318 of Southern Pines and its Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries meet on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

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Yellow Rockers Square Dance Club The Yellow Rockers Square Dance Club is a plus-level club that meets every Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Olde West End Gym and/or the Senior Enrichment Center. Call Jan at (910) 2159313 or Karen at (910) 949-2001.

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• Pee Dee Electric is a memberhether you are a owned distributor of electric power, new resident of which serves Jackson Springs. For information or service, call (910) Moore County, are 997-4441 or visit www.pdemc.com. considering moving to the Sandhills or have lived here • Central Electric Membership Corporation serves a portion of for years, we have compiled Moore County in the Carthage area. a list of information (phone For information and service, visit www. central electriconline.com or call (919) numbers, addresses, etc.) that 774-4900 or (800) 446-7752. To report we think you might need to an outage, call (877) 766-6769. know or at least have ready Natural Gas Providers access to, just in case. For • Piedmont Natural Gas Corporation complete information on any may be reached at (800) 2756264, (800) 752-7504 or at www. of the topics included, contact piedmontng.com. A number of gas the numbers listed. vendors in town can meet your natural gas needs.

Electrical Service Providers

Four choices are available for electricity in Moore County: • Duke Energy Progress, www.progressenergy. com, provides electricity for a majority of the county.

To get connected, contact customer service at (800) 452-2777. Duke Energy Progress also can be reached at (919) 508-5400. Local pay stations are located at City Jewelers No. 4, 275 W. Morganton Road, Southern Pines; at Friendly Check, 1701 N. Sandhills Blvd., Suite H, Aberdeen; and at Walmart, 250 Turner St. in Aberdeen.

For outages, call (800) 419-6356.

• Randolph Electric Cooperative distributes electricity in primarily rural areas, including parts of Moore County.

Membership applications are available at www.randolphemc.com or contact customer service at (910) 948-3401. exploremoorenc.com

Water

• The mission of the Public Works Department is to preserve and enhance the quality of life in Moore County by providing an adequate supply of safe water to all customers, and a consolidated system for the environmentally responsible collection, treatment and disposal of sanitary sewage. You may contact the Public Works Department by calling (910) 947-6315 or visiting its office at 5227 U.S. 15-501, Carthage.

Telephone Service

Land Lines • Local residential service is available through Windstream by calling (800) 347-1991.

• Most other areas are served by CenturyLink. Residential customers may call (888) 723-8010 for service

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connections. Business customers should call (800) 786-6272.

• Customers interested in Randolph Telephone Membership Corporation should call (336) 879-5684. It offers high-speed Internet, computer services, television and more.

Police, Sheriff, Fire, Rescue and Medical Dial 911 Sandhills Urgent Care (910) 692-5555

• Time Warner Cable offers digital phone service. For information, call (910) 692-6684 or visit www. timewarnercable.com.

N.C. Highway Patrol (800) 572-8765 or (919) 733-3861

Wireless • Many wireless options also are available. Service providers in Moore County include A-1 Wireless, AT&T, CenturyLink, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular and Verizon. Retail vendors and Internet sites can offer further information.

Poison Control Center (800) 222-1222

Directories

• Free copies of the Moore County Telephone Directory are avilable at 145 W. Pennsylvania Ave. in downtown Southern Pines. Search for local information online at www.MooCo.com.

HELPFUL INFORMATION Moore County Sheriff’s Office (910) 947-2931 Moore Regional Hospital (910) 715-1000

Cable Television

• Time Warner Cable serves Robbins, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Beacon Ridge, Carthage, Foxfire, Pinebluff, Pinehurst, Pinewild, Seven Lakes, Taylortown and select unincorporated areas of Moore County. Call (910) 6926684 Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Charter Communications is the cable provider for Whispering Pines and other unincorporated areas of the county. For information, call (866) 472-2200.

Emergency Management (910) 947-6317 County Manager (910) 947-6363 Red Cross, Moore County Chapter (910) 692-8571 Directory Assistance: Dial 411

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Moore County Sales Tax

• A 6.75 percent sales tax is collected at the point of sale in Moore County and in most places in North Carolina. Of that, 4.75 percent goes to the state coffers and 2 percent stays here in the county. Motor vehicles and boats are subject to an additional 3 percent state highway use tax, up to $1,500.

Public Assistance

• Moore County Department of Social Services, Carthage, offers food and nutrition services. For information, call (910) 947-2436.

Marriage Licenses

• Both parties should come to the Moore County Register of Deeds office, (910) 947- 6370. Both the bride-to-be and bridegroomelect need identification, including a Social Security number. Applicants under the age of 16 are prohibited to marry in North Carolina, and proof of divorce is required for divorced applicants, if divorced less than a year, including the month and year of their last divorces. The fee is $60, and the license is good for 60 days.

The document must be returned to the Register of Deeds Office in the county where it was issued. A marriage license may be obtained in any county in North Carolina and the licensed couple may be married in any county in the state. The marriage does not have to take place in the same county where the license was obtained. Marriage licenses are issued between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Monday-Friday, excluding holidays.

The register of deeds can also help with local birth and death certificates, as well as property transfers or military discharges. Website: www. moorecountync.gov or http://rod. moorecountync.gov

Other Applications, Record Requests

• The Moore County Clerk of Court’s Office in Carthage can help with domestic violence relief, probate, as well as other civil and criminal matters. Call (910) 722-5000. The office is located at 102 Monroe St., Carthage, and is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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• The Moore County Register of Deeds Office in Carthage holds local births, deaths, marriages, property transfers, military discharges and many maps. Call (910) 947-6370.

Passport service is available at the post office in Robbins.

• For more information, the U.S. State Department maintains a toll-free number, (877) 487-2778.

Local Media

Newspapers: • The Pilot, located at 145 West Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines, is a twice weekly community newspaper. For information or to subscribe, call (910) 692-7271 or visit www.thepilot.com.

• Seven Lakes Times, a community newspaper published every other Friday, is located at 1107 Seven Lakes Drive, West End. Call (910) 673- 0111 or visit www.sevenlakestimes.com.

Magazines: • Pinehurst Magazine, Pinehurst.

Call (910) 295-8899.

• PineStraw magazine, Southern Pines, the magazine of life, art and entertainment in the Sandhills.

Call (910) 693-2467 or visit www. thepilot.com/pinestrawmag.

Locally Produced Television: • WYBE Sandhills TV 3, Cable Channel 3, 200 Short Road, Southern Pines. Call (910) 695- 0044.

Radio: • WIOZ Star 102.5 FM, soft rock, Southern Pines. Call (910) 692-2107.

• WLHC-FM Life 103.1, Robbins, timeless favorites. Call (919) 775-1031.

• WEEB 990 AM, Southern Pines, talk radio. Call (910) 692-7440.

• WIOZ-AM 550, Southern Pines. Call (910) 692-2107.

Public Meetings

• Moore County Board of Commissioners, (910) 947-6403, first Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., third Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., Carthage Old Courthouse, second floor. exploremoorenc.com

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• Moore County Board of Education, (910) 947-2976, second Monday, 6 p.m., Administrative Office of Schools, U.S. 15-501. Work sessions first Monday, 4:30 p.m.

• Aberdeen Town Board, (910) 9441115, second Monday, 6 p.m., Town Hall, 115 N. Poplar. A work session is held at 5:30 p.m. two Thursdays before the regular board meeting.

• Cameron Town Board, (910) 245-3212, fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m., Town Hall.

• Carthage Town Board, (910) 947-2331, third Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., McDonald Building, 203 McReynolds St. • Foxfire Village Council, (910) 2955107, second Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Village Hall, Town Hall Drive.

• Pinebluff Town Board, (910) 2813124, third Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall, 325 E. Baltimore.

• Pinehurst Village Council, (910) 295- 1900. The Village Council typically holds two regular meetings per month in the Assembly Hall of Village Hall, 395 Magnolia Road, on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. In August, November and December, there is only one scheduled regular meeting.

• Robbins Town Board, (910) 948-2431, second Thursday, 6 p.m., Robbins Fire Rescue Station, 301 Branson Circle.

• Seven Lakes Landowners, (910) 673- 4931, last Wednesday, 7 p.m., North Clubhouse.

• Southern Pines Town Council, (910) 692- 7021, second Tuesday, 7 p.m., Douglass Center, West Pennsylvania Avenue.

• Taylortown Town Council, (910) 295- 4010, last Tuesday, 6 p.m., Town Hall, 8350 Main Street.

• Vass Town Board, (910) 2454676, second Monday, 7:30 p.m., Municipal Building.

• Whispering Pines Village Council, (910) 949-3141, second Wednesday, 6 p.m. at the Village Hall, 10 Pine Ridge Drive.

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• Moore County Joint Nursing Home/ Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee, advocates for the residents’ rights. Open meetings are held quarterly at the Senior Enrichment Center, U.S. 15-501, two miles north of the Traffic Circle. For more information, contact Barbara Venditti, chairman, at (910) 295-4081.

Voter Registration

To register to vote in North Carolina, you must be: • A United States citizen.

• 18 years of age by the next general election.

• If convicted of a felony, your rights of citizenship have been restored.

• A resident 30 days prior to the election date.

• Not registered nor will you vote in any other county or state.

• For information on how to register to vote in Moore County, call the Board of Elections office at (910) 947-3868 or stop by 700 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage. Registration forms may be obtained at most area libraries, municipal offices or town halls. You also may register to vote while applying for a driver’s license.

The deadline to register is 25 days before the day of election. Individual polling place locations may be found on the Moore County website at www.moorecountync.gov, or inquire at the elections office in person.

Automobile

• Driver’s License: New residents of North Carolina have 60 days after establishing permanent residency to obtain a driver’s license.

Applicants must take a written exam and pass an eye exam.

Applicants must bring two forms of identification, one of which must include a document establishing proof of residency (e.g., lease, utility bill, mail sent to N.C. address, etc.) and one that proves age and identity. Proof of liability insurance also is required. N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles, Moore County Division, 521 S. Sandhills Blvd., U.S. 1 South, Aberdeen (910) 944-7555.

• Vehicle Registration: Out-of-state vehicles must be registered, in general, in 30 days or when gainful employment is accepted, whichever occurs first. The North Carolina

License Plate Agency, Moore County Division, can help with registration at the following location: 1313 N. Sandhills Blvd., Aberdeen (910) 944-1303 To register a motor vehicle, residents must present a valid North Carolina ID, as well as the title and valid registration card from the prior state of residence. If your title is held by a lien-holder, you must provide the lien-holder’s name and address. Also bring the title fee and registration fee, proof of address and proof of insurance. Registration must be renewed annually.

• Vehicle Inspections: New residents must have their vehicles inspected a year after getting their license plate or by the last day of the month printed on the inspection sticker. Inspections are required annually. Vehicles 35 years old or older are exempt from the North Carolina vehicle safety inspection. The cost of a passed safety inspection is $43.60. The vehicle inspection can be performed at any of the 7,500 licensed inspection stations throughout the state. Most service stations, automobile dealerships and vehicle repair garages are licensed inspection stations. If a vehicle fails the safety inspection, it cannot be operated beyond the expiration date of the current sticker. Moore and seven other counties joined the state’s emissions system testing program to help improve air quality. For more information, visit www.ncdot.org/dmv.

Property Tax Rates Property tax rates are set by the governing bodies of Moore county and by each municipality. Local rates (per $100 valuation) for 2015 were: Moore County..........................46.5 cents Aberdeen....................................43.0 cents Cameron.......................................57.5 cents Carthage...................................... 49.5 cents Foxfire Village..........................38.0 cents Pinebluff......................................38.0 cents Pinehurst.....................................29.0 cents Robbins........................................64.0 cents Southern Pines........................38.0 cents Taylortown............................... 40.0 cents Vass.................................................49.0 cents Whispering Pines...................37.0 cents Most jurisdictions also have fire district taxes, which support the work of local fire departments.

An Advanced Life Support (ALS) tax of two cents per $100 valuation also is applied to county taxes.

UNITED STATES POST OFFICES Aberdeen, 28315 111 S. Poplar St. • (910) 944-1721 Cameron, 28326 450 Carthage St. • (910) 245-4211 Carthage, 28327 105 S. Ray St. • (910) 947-2377 Eagle Springs, 27242 1984 N.C. 211 • (910) 673-7899 High Falls, 27259 1368 N.C. 22 • (910) 464-5333 Hoffman, 28363 2717 North U.S. 1 • (910) 281-3515 Jackson Springs, 27281 2411 J.S. Road • (910) 673-3251 Lakeview, 28350 278 Camp Easter Road • (910) 245-4411 Lemon Springs, 28355 7246 Lemon Springs Road • (919) 776-1833 Pinebluff, 28373 125 N. Walnut St. • (910) 281-3918 Pinehurst, 28374 80 Blake Blvd. • (910) 295-1231 Robbins, 27325 181 N. Middleton St. • (910) 948-2230 Southern Pines, 28387 190 SW Broad St. • (910) 692-2431 Vass, 28394 120 Seaboard St. • (910) 245-4169 West End, 27376 5161 N.C. 211 • (910) 673-8041

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