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GREENSBORO SCIENCE CENTER AQUARIUM MUSEUM ZOO
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In search of Local Beer
Greensboro is front and center in the tsunami that is craft beer. With many local establishments serving our own local brew it’s becoming easier and easier to find your favorites closer to home. Just how easy? Find out here.
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Finding Fall Fun
Summer has gone its merry way but that’s no reason to feel down. These events and activities and the resources available to find more, will put that spring (if the pun fits...) back in your step.
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Collect People, Not Things Some things are important, others are REALLY important. Jasmine shares her take on the latter.
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A few images of our friends around town in front of Koshary, Tavo, Crafted! The Art of the Taco, Crafted! The Art of Street Food and the Cone Denim Entertainment Center.
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Greensboro’s Wordsmiths
“My King” - Poet and Writer Ebonique Day’s, lyrical illustration of an exaulted love.
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This year’s National Folk Festival was a huge hit and since Greensboro will be hosting this prestigious event in 2016 and 2017 as well, we can only anticipate future events to be even better. Here are a few images of the festivities.
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few issues ago we did our small part in introducing “A Few New Brews” to Greensboro. Since then we have seen the interest in craft beer continue to surge as it spreads through the area unabated. As public interest continues to swell and more establishments than ever are offering locally brewed beer, we thought it only fitting to expand our coverage of this phenomenon as well. This being autumn, the de facto beer season (think Octoberfest), there really is no better time to begin this hunt for local brew. We all know, or at least by now we should, that there are some fantastic local brew pubs right here in Greensboro, so the prevailing logic should dictate that “the source” would be the optimal place to find any given beer. But wait. What if you and your friends have different tastes and are unwilling to compromise? What if the group has decided on a particular type of food, unavailable at the brewery you’ve selected (forgetting of course that you can almost always bring your own food into the brewery) What if your group has limited time and is not really close enough to any of the local sources for the time you do have? What if… you get it; the “what-ifs” could go on indefinitely, but there really is no need. With so many bars and restaurants offering a variety of local brews, there will always be an option even for the most uncompromising group (or that one friend we all have) can agree on. It’s been impossible to accurately count the number of restaurants, bars, taverns and the like offering locally brewed beer, believe me we’ve tried. What we found instead was an ever increasing number of establishments, each with a never ending rotation that alternates between breweries and their available varietal options, often on a monthly basis. Selections can be determined by such diverse variables as food pairing, a particular brewery’s current offerings, a particular season and of course customer requests. For beer aficionados, especially those enamored with local brews, this translates into an almost endless list of options. The following list is in no particular order with most of these establishments offering selections from multiple local breweries at the same time. It should also be noted that while some still offer a selection of “com-
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...there will always be an option for even the most uncompromising group mercial” brews (at least until the rest of the world catches up), the craft beer selections often rotate and for that reason if you are looking for a particular beer or brewery’s offerings, it is always best to call ahead for a list of what they currently have available (contact info is available on page 27). Lastly, while we are totally committed to the concept of “keeping it local”, one of the locations we’ve listed is a chain that is not locally owned. We have chosen to make an exception here because they have proven themselves committed to offering local products. (continued on pg. 18)
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General Manager Max Granger pulls a Gibbs Hundred Milk Stout at Mad Hatter
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est assured this is not an advertisement. This is a genuine note of gratitude unbeknownst to the person mentioned. Usually we wait to announce the people, places, tangibles and moments that we’re thankful for when we’re crowded around a table full of hungry faces ready to chow down on some turkey and southern sides. My great-grandmother taught me there is always something or someone to be thankful for—but it’s not often that I actually honor those that I appreciate. This person affixed value to my ideas. She planted the seed for my entrepreneurship, encouraged me in my bluest moments and offered assistance in achieving my life’s and my family’s objectives. I’ve worked for and with her. I’m a big advocate for cultivating a culture of appreciation in the work place—specifically in non-traditional career paths. It directly influences the quality of efforts an employee ousts. Blame it on my generation’s need for a “gold star”, but a little bit of encouragement and appreciation travels eons and transcends outside of the workplace. Unfortunately, it’s rare to find a work environment that praises above par efforts and is as mentally stimulating as you wish it to be. She has mastered treating her employees like family and encouraging them to be their best self.
Jasmine Nehilla
When we greet one another it’s always with big smiles and welcoming arms—I’m grinning as I write this but it wasn’t always this way. As a mother of three and a successful business-woman she packs a lot of tips, hacks and wisdom that I absorb and install into my day-to-day life. Equipped with copious amounts of generosity, I’ve witnessed her taking care of her community by feeding the homeless straight from her restaurant’s kitchen, donating to needy families, and granting her restaurant’s proceeds to non-profit organizations. I serviced her as a client. This woman gave me a chance to conduct work I’m passionate about on her canvas. It was at Boba House where I met Tony Bates and inquired about writing for We Are Greensboro. She believes I am capable of amazing things and I love her for it. Greensboro, I need you to support a person who never touches anything with half of her heart. Support a beautiful soul that is an integral member of the Greensboro
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I challenge you to focus on channeling your holiday zest... community. Support my dear friend Kieuanh Ho’s new business endeavor, nOma Food & Co.
Committed to delivering fresh, authentic Asian food in a fast and efficient manner, nOma Food and Co., opened their doors in Garden Square Shops on August 24th at 2403-2 Battleground Avenue. Conceptualized with family and health in mind; business partners Kieuanh Ho and Kelly Casteen present a menu that integrates Thai and Vietnamese recipes and heirloom techniques. nOma Food and Co. offers banh mi baguettes, pho, noodle and rice bowls, fresh rolls, and Thai curry with multiple options for meat-eaters, vegetarians and vegans. (continued on pg. 25)
Images: Top - Jasmine, her husband and their youngest son by Heather Lashun Photography (Facebook.com/pages/Heather-LaShun-Photograhy/257952385411) Bottom - nOma Food &Co. by T. Bates 08
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When was the last time you visited State Street? No, not just a quick drive through, but a nice relaxing look. If it’s been a while (or if you’ve never been), then you have no idea what you’re really missing. The shopping, the dining, the spas, salons and yoga... things here are better than ever and keep evolving and growing. Here is where you find that wonderful spot right between the tried and familiar and the fresh and exciting. With new places opening all the time and the vibe here better than ever, isn’t it time you took...
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My King Ebonique Day
My King, my boulder, your very presence is a reminder of the essence we evolved from
tribulations, strides and failures lets me know there is a God whom loves us more than I ever knew
My protector, the one whom shoulders the weight of the world to free my body, spirit Life for me has been no crystal stair but as and soul of every strain of stress that could I look at you, I know the angels of Heaven covered and protected me to give my heart furrow my brows not only to God but to the earthbound Heman He blessed me with to stand by my side I yearn to reflect the light you shine upon us through it all I watch and become a witness as you take on problems day to day and come out a victor I pray I am half the... No, that I am your other half who honors the path you’ve paved, lives you’ve saved, children you’ve raised, just so I can pay my dues and prove to you that nothing is in vain
I will forever be indebted to the Universe for the strength and enduring love set before my eyes I live for you, and in so, I will die for you as I lay down my life upon your feet to step into and join me in the remaining journey of this thing called Life
I see the pain etched in the creases of the I pledge my heart and my love to you, my smile you give to mask the hurt you’ve en- King! dured over the years from peers who’ve passed, those whom couldn’t make it past the battles that you’ve faced compared to one that’s never seen blood shed from wars you’ve fought just to keep us safe So powerful as the earth-god that God made in his image To be connected and intertwined with a beautiful spirit and soul inside and out is the greatest gift that ever lived To have a second and third chance to get it right and come out a winner after all life’s Photo courtesy of Ebonique Day 13
bryan park, including lake townsend: a great place to spend a fall day
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are perfect examples of places where the cooler weather only serves to enhance the experience. Skywild is another case in point. The Greensboro Science Center’s newest attraction actually seems a bit more manageable to some during slightly cooler weather; especially the more challenging of its seven distinct courses. Even activities as simple as a stroll down State Street for an al fresco meal or beverage feel more comfortable and unhurried.
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ike autumn leaves, seasons change and while we all have our favorite après l’été pursuits, many have a difficult time finding fall fun; after all, summer is a tough act to follow. Just don’t panic! Yes, summer is over, but that in no way suggests that the year is done or that we should fold up our lives and retreat into some humdrum routine as a preamble to tucking ourselves in for the winter. As wonderful as the warmer weather is, there’s something to be said about this pleasant time of year when it’s still warm enough to get out and enjoy the day, yet cool enough to make our exploits less…sweaty. Ahh autumn, with the
Tony Bates
Still, autumn comes with its own unique activities, framed by the most beautiful color palate of the year. For some, simply watching the leaves turn brings with it the anticipation of the holidays to come. Perhaps more subdued and certainly less reverent than say, Christmas or Hanukkah, Hal-
autumn comes with its own unique activities kids back in school and the roads less congested, the world seems just a bit quieter and a little more serene. Many of those things we love doing in the spring and summer are still available to us in the fall; some are even better suited to the more temperate climate. Greensboro’s numerous parks and trails
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loween offers children of all ages an excuse to get out and play, while Thanksgiving is the ideal time for family and friends to reconnect and reflect. The list of activities and events that Greensboro has to offer during these times and all autumn long may seem a bit overwhelming, but fear not, we are here to offer a few of our favorites and the resources to help everyone find fall fun.
greensboro parks City parks, walking trails and lakes provide many great locations to have fun, stay in shape and get your outdoor fix year-round; autumn just makes them perfect. Warm enough to relax outside and read; the cooler weather also makes energetic activities much more enjoyable. Swimming and other waterborne interests are still available year-round at the Aquatic Center and the Smith Senior Center, while also providing great places to get involved in health and competition based activities. Similarly, with athletic programs that run the gamut from baseball, basketball and soccer to boxing, golf and tennis, the entire department of Parks and Recreation remains vibrant throughout the fall. Looking for something a little more relaxing? Take advantage of the lower temperatures to go fishing or boating on one of the many nearby lakes, amble along any of the more than 90 miles of trails; cook out with family and friends, take in the serenity of the fountains of Center City Park or maybe go fly a kite at your choice of the beautiful parks at your disposal. Parks and Recreation also oversees the city’s concerts and theatrical performances in addition to the city’s art galleries, all of which offer rotating performances and exhibition schedules. Needless to say, the list of potential activities for residents and visitors alike is quite vast. For more information includ-
state street Personally, I really like State Street all year, but I love State Street in autumn. With its enchanting assortment of boutiques, shops, eateries, spas and salons, this quaint version of quintessential “Main Street” epitomizes small town charm and appeal. The ideal spot for an un-hurried stroll as you visit the various shops and boutiques, browse the galleries, get your hair and nails done or simply to relax a bit and enjoy a meal or the perfect cup of tea; State Street provides an oasis from what is becoming an all too hectic world. Located just south of E. Cornwallis Dr. between N. Elm and N. Church streets, The State Street Shopping District is a destination unto itself and a wonderful place to spend the afternoon.
SKYWILD! at the greensboro science center... challenging AND fun! ing event and facility schedules and to learn more about out how Greensboro Parks and Recreation can make your entire year fun, visit them online at www.greensboro-nc. gov (/living/parksandrecreation).
greensboro science center first fridays (downtown) Presented as a “self-guided walking tour” downtown Greensboro comes alive the first Friday of each month. An event that happens all twelve months of the year, the temperate weather of autumn allows visitors a more comfortable strolling atmosphere. The aromas of the various cuisines found downtown fill the air and it’s still warm enough to take advantage of the outdoor dining and music along South Elm Street. Many of downtowns wonderful shops and galleries stay open those nights until 9pm. The perfect place for residents and visitors alike to discover (or rediscover) what downtown has to offer, First Friday is a monthly must, but by no means the only time one should visit!
The Greensboro Science Center offers a fun filled calendar all year long, and autumn is no exception. Designed to enhance the four great major attractions you’ll find here (the Museum, the Animal Discovery Zoo, the SciQuarium and Skywild), fall finds the daily feedings and expert talks and other regular occurrences supplemented by a variety of extra special events. This year’s notables include “Adopt and Release a Butterfly at SciWorks”, culminating in the butterfly release September 27th, in addition to the “Astronomy Day” celebration and the ever popular and always fun “Pumpkin Palooza”, both of which are in October and are always fun for the whole family. Visit the Greensboro Science Center online at www.greensboroscience.org for a complete listing of dates and times of upcoming events. (continued on pg. 22) 15
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Beer (continued from pg. 07) The Mad Hatter We’re not sure it could be considered a “formula” per se, but the selection process used by Mad Hatter General Manager Max Granger to determine which of the many local beer options they keep on tap is more than a matter of personal taste alone. Of course the season and brewer availability come into play, however their commitment to maintaining a local selection and customer input are also major considerations. Currently offering a variety of Red Oak Ales and selections from Gibbs Hundred, The Mad Hatter has gone a step farther in offering a discounted “local flight” consisting of 3 area beers, which, like much of their craft selection, generally rotates on a monthly basis. Long known for their gourmet burgers, Mad Hatter can also boast a full menu of comfort food to satisfy any taste and beers from local favorites Preyer Brewing, Red Oak and Natty’s for the perfect pairing. A complete listing of their current tap selections is always on their website where you should visit often for updates.
Lucky 32 When asked how his customers respond to being offered locally brewed beer, lucky 32’s Bar Proprietor, Aaron Sheehan directly quoted many of them in saying simply…”Awesome!” Almost invariably, selecting which local beers will pair well with a given establishments food offerings, ambiance and clientele is more than a matter of pointing at a vendor list, and Aaron’s process is no exception. A beer connoisseur himself, enjoying the product is a great first step, however, taking the time to know the industry, paying strict attention to what’s trending as well as what’s on the horizon and of course knowing his customer’s preferences are all crucial factors to his providing a winning selection. Most recently Aaron’s customers have been requesting more IPA’s, and wheat selections, while maintaining a pretty healthy appetite for ales. In addition to the great food Lucky 32 has always been known for and what he refers to as “hidden gems”, Aaron’s customers look forward to live music every Tuesday night as well as surprise “one-off” beers from local breweries. In short, he tells us, “You never know what you may find”. Maybe not, but every time we’ve gone, we’ve always have happy discoveries. 18
1618 Deciding which local beer to offer their customers is a group effort at 1618, and it only makes sense. With three distinct area locations (in addition to off-site catering), each with their own menus and clientele, keeping up with varying beer and wine tastes must be a full time job, and it is... Enter, the “beer guy”. Working in conjunction with the bar managers from each individual location (at 1618 Downtown that would be Jake); “Beer Guy” Todd and the team analyze variables such as brewery options, season, menu pairings and customer requests/feedback in forming a consensus. Having started simply with their friends at Natty Greene’s, 1618’s craft beer selection has expanded to include a steady rotation of locally brewed options. Adding a bit more to the game, 1618 offers unique and fun tasting experiences that include quarterly beer/food pairing and their very popular “Dueling Taps”, in which two breweries from the same city have three taps each in a “head to head” (I know, enough of the puns) competition where everybody wins. Again, with three locations throughout Greensboro, each offering a different menu, wine and beer options, visiting them online first is advisable… However, visiting them all in person is a must! Marshall Free House Like many area restaurateurs, Marshall Free House General Manager, Sean O’Brien, considers several options when selecting the various beers they offer. However, with the extraordinary attention to detail and the unique ambiance of this UK styled “gastropub”, serving beer that fits their theme also weighs heavily on his decisions. This additional element goes a long way in explaining many of Marshall Free House’s taps, which include Pig Pounder selections ESP (a play on the Extra Special Bitter), Boar Brown and Pigmosa (orange wheat beer), in addition to a Pig Pounder specialty – Bourbon Barrel Aged Brown. Also, and unique for a restaurant, they have a cask cooler specifically for cask beers, which maintains a more traditional temperature, includes two antique hand pumps and is the ideal medium for serving two of their current cask ales, Pig Pounder’s IPA and Stout. Still, with a large portion of their clientele asking about local beers, they continue to experiment with different varieties and love the idea of being able to tell the stories behind many of the local brews; something Sean finds adds excitement and value to the customer’s experience.
Enhancing that atmosphere at Marshall Free House is the addition of their new Chef, Jay Pierce. With his experience and understanding of the Marshall Free House mission, his menu and the beer pairings that accompany it are something to eagerly anticipate. Similarly, Sean is looking forward to the continued growth of craft beer and believes that the industry in general and local beer in particular will reach new heights as the public’s knowledge and their palates continue to expand. The new chef and his menu of course, are a much welcomed bonus. Uptown Charlie’s Uptown Charlie’s may be a bit (really, only a bit) off the beaten path, but with their convenient (to the area) location at the corner of North Church Street and Hwy 150, just north of Greensboro, this Browns Summit sports bar and restaurant has quickly become an area favorite. Taking a cue from their patrons, Bar Manager, Dana Odom has been increasing the number of taps dedicated to local beer. Telling me that her guests are quick to try new things, enjoying a wide variety of styles and seasonals, Dana maintains a regular rotation which currently includes offerings from Red Oak and Natty Greene’s. A $3.25 local brew “tap special” on Fridays and Saturdays enhances their other drink and food special, while their family friendly atmosphere and 36 TV’s add to the overall vibe. A great place to catch the game and a beer, Uptown Charlie’s is definitely worth the short trip north. Gate City Growlers Call it “mission accomplished” for Gate City Growlers who has exceeded every expectation in making NC craft beer more accessible here in Greensboro. Not satisfied to travel the easy path, GCG owner Daniel Leonard scours the state bringing back beers not only from some of the better known breweries, but new and exciting offerings from small and as yet undiscovered breweries as well. All of this translates into their Greensboro location being well stocked with bottles, cans and of course taps from various NC locations which currently include, in addition to Winston Salem and High Point, Charlotte, Cornelius, Asheboro, Ashe-
ville, Cary and Carrboro just to name a few. Still, through all of their travels with those rare finds and otherwise hidden gems, GCG has not lost touch with their hometown roots, keeping a selection of local Greensboro beers in their impressive tap rotation (Pig Pounder’s Bourbon Barreled Aged Boar Brown is a current favorite). There’s a very eclectic vibe at Gate City Growlers which is even more discernable if you happen to be hanging out weekday afternoons. Customers come in after work, have a pint while chatting with staff and other patrons (often about what’s new on the frequently changing tap board), and then have their growler filled to take home for the evening. It’s kind of the best of both worlds; a local bar and specialty (read; beer) grocery store all rolled into one. Crafted! The Art of Street Food There is much to discuss when it comes to Crafted! (both The Art of the Taco and The Art of Street Food), not the least of which is their unwavering support of all things local. That commitment and their convenient location next to Preyer Brewing makes it no surprise that bar manager David Thompson keeps at least a few local beers on tap at all times. The unique and global nature of the menu at Crafted leads to obvious considerations for pairings in their beer. Currently brews from Hoots and Foothills among others share tap towers with offerings from local favorites Gibbs Hundred and Preyer, but can and will be rotated depending upon brewery offerings, menu alterations and of course cus-
tomer feedback. We cannot (ok, we will not) go into too much about Crafted! right now, as both restaurants will be featured in the “Visitors Must Eat – Holiday Edition” in our next issue. For now, suffice it to say that Crafted! The Art of Street Food is the ideal place to get both, your desire for extraordinary food AND you thirst for extraordinary beer satisfied in one extraordinary establishment (continued on pg. 19) Images: (clockwise from opposite page left)
One of the taps and the bottle cooler at Lucky 32 The Mad Hatter has indoor and outdoor space The English Pub details of Marshall Free House The owner (Daniel) and the taps at Gate City Growlers Bar manager David mans the taps at Crafted! The Art of Street Food Uptown Charlie’s is a bit north, but well worth the visit 1618 Downtown is but one of their three Greensboro locations
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Fall Fun (continued from pg. 15) Kersey Valley With more spirited or “robust” activities available at Kersey Valley than perhaps any other single location in the Piedmont Triad, it stands to reason that autumn, with its cooler climate, is one of the best times of year to plan a family visit. A short 20 minute drive from Greensboro to Archdale, NC, Kersey Valley is not satisfied to simply frighten us. In addition to the wildly popular Spookywoods (see “Halloween” below), their signature features include the Maize Adventure Corn Maze (an amazing 10 acre corn maze), a Pumpkin Patch, train rides, the High Ropes Course, a Zipline and their newest attraction, Kersey Valley Escape. They also feature Kersey Valley Laser Tag and the women’s only Dirty Girl Mud Run, providing fun and excitement for children of ALL ages. Pet friendly and convenient to hotels and restaurants, Kersey Valley stands ready with days of adventure and good clean (Mud Run aside) fun! For additional information visit Kersey Valley online at www. kerseyvalley.com.
Autumn means October and October means Halloween and of course Halloween means… haunted houses, horror stories and Halloween parties. Having morphed into more of a season than one particular (or peculiar day), events like the aforementioned Greensboro Science Center’s Pumpkin Palooza, the Carolina History & Haunts Ghost Tour, the Greensboro Youth Council’s (GYC) ever popular Ghoulash! and the time honored and traditional Ghost Stories at Blandwood means that October and early November are packed with more than enough frightful fun to keep us dreadfully delighted until we begin preparations for Thanksgiving. Working hard to stay fresh and exciting, some of these attractions and events will keep you giggling for a few days, while others will have you sleeping with a night-light for the rest of the year. So, grab some close friends (you may need someone to hold onto) and prepare to be thrilled. We recommend you check out all of them; because when it’s all said and done, Halloween only visits us once each year.
Pumpkin Picking, Hayrides, Corn Mazes and More Many times the greatest joy can be found simply hanging out and frolicking with the family. When we think of family time, especially in the fall, our thoughts invariably go to Thanksgiving and the feast that many of us patiently wait all year to enjoy. But joyful times with the family can be found away from the table and this time of year is just teeming with possibilities and when it comes to outdoor fall fun everyone should experience pumpkin picking, hayrides and corn mazes. With rich farmland and wide open spaces throughout the state hosting fall events and attractions, we find it absolutely fantastic that two of our favorites are so close to home; the above mentioned offerings of Kersey Valley and... J. Razz & Tazz Farm With a pumpkin patch, corn maze, cow train rides, tractorpulled farm tour hay rides, haunted forest hayrides and more, J. Razz & Tazz Farm is a great place to get your autumn into gear. Open until November 3rd you can find more information including prices and directions by calling them at (336) 697-2473 or emailing jrazztazzfarm@aol.com. 22
Ghoulash! Halloween Festival Though we all may thoroughly enjoy it, let’s face it; Halloween has to start with the kids. One of the highlights for the wee ones each year is the Greensboro Youth Council (GYC) annual Goulash Halloween Festival. This year, Saturday, October 24th from 2-6pm will see the downtown corner of E. Lindsay and N. Church Streets transformed into a Halloween “spooktacular” that has every indication of being more exciting than ever. Designed with the community’s youth in mind, Goulash! (a free event, although a few of the activities have a small fee) will include a costume contest, trick or treating, a bouncy house and other inflatables, a spooky maze, face painting, removable tattoos, bingo, arts & crafts and more. Additional festivities include a cemetery walk and Ghost Stories in the Graveyard by acclaimed storyteller Cynthia Moore Brown. So load up the kids, the costumes and a Halloween state of mind, this is ALWAYS a good time.
Partnering city agencies for this Ghoulish! include the Greensboro Historical Museum and Greensboro Children’s Museum (offering a discounted admission as well) For additional information call the GYC at 336-373-2738 or visit them online at www.greensboroyouthcouncil.com Ghost Stories at Blandwood With the room intimately lit by candle and fire light, guests are seated on the floor of the west parlor of Blandwood Mansion and spellbound as Cynthia Moore Brown “weaves her magic with spine-tingling stories”. In true Halloween fashion, Ghost Stories at Blandwood makes for an evening that everyone is sure to enjoy. Take the time for this intimate fireside tradition October 24th at 7pm right after Goulash and again on the 30th also at 7pm for a not-to-be-missed Halloween experience. For additional information, including dates, times and directions, call or email Judi Kastner at (336) 272-5003 / jkastner@ blandwood.org or or visit Cynthia’s website at www.folkteller. com. Woods of Terror With eleven separate attractions including the aptly named Infestation, Industrial Nightmare, Horrorwood Cinema and the new Chaos 3D, Woods of Terror is an experience you won’t soon forget. Conveniently located on 40 acres, just 5 minutes north of Greensboro in Browns Summit, Woods of Terror has been described as a “must see haunt” by MSN and always places at the top of any Halloween attraction list, including ours. If you enjoy the “spirit” of Halloween, you owe it to yourself to make Woods of Terror a regular part of your season, starting with this one. Don’t let the season pass you by; their roaming ghouls and vampires will be none too happy, which is the least of the reasons you won’t be happy missing it. Additional information is available online at woodsofterror.com. Spookywoods The accolades just keep rolling in for Kersey Valley Spookywoods and with one visit, you’ll understand why. Voted the #1 Scream Park in America by Haunt World Magazine, Spookywoods features the Kersey Valley Asylum, the Terror Trams, Monster X; The Forbidden Projects, and the Midway CIRCUS Scare Zone as just a few of the attractions that provide even
the most courageous a full evening of terror. For directions, tickets and additional information, visit Spookywoods online at spookywoods.com. Nightmares Around Elm Street Every city has them and Greensboro is no exception; stories of local residents who have passed away, but not passed on, and the haunted places they still reside. During this 90 minute, candle lit, guided stroll through downtown, you will hear of (and perhaps see) some the local legends and nefarious if not infamous characters that have been lingering around town for generations. For additional information, visit Carolina History and Haunts online at carolinahistoryandhaunts.com. The key, it seems, to finding fall fun is in keeping spirits up and the joys of life alive, both of which can be found in the excitement of children at Halloween and spending precious time with the family at Thanksgiving. There is much to do in and around Greensboro this fall for younger and older children of all ages. And, while we offer just a few here in these pages, we know there are many exceptional experiences in the almost endless list of events and activities that everyone is sure to enjoy. For a more complete picture of what the area has to offer this season, please take a few moments and visit the event calendars at the following websites downtowngreensboro.net, visitgreensboronc.com, exploregreensboro.com, greensboronc.gov. As always, if you find or do something interesting and would like to share, please visit our Facebook (facebook. com/wearegreensboro) and/or Instagram (Instagram.com/ wearegreensboro) pages and post your thoughts and pictures. We sincerely hope each and every one of you has a safe and happy autumn. Contact information for the events listed here, can be found at the top of page 27 Images: Opposite Top - the Maize Adventure Corn Maze at Kersey Valley (image courtesy of Kersey Valley) Opposite Center - Ghost Stories at Blandwood with Cynthia Moore Brown (image courtesy of Preservation Greensboro) Above Top - Spookywoods at Kersey Valley (image courtesy of KerseValley) Left - The cast at Woods of Terror (image courtesy of Woods of Terror)
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industry, still in its relative infancy, has already proven its value to the local community. This has become a movement for a reason and it is inconceivable to think that of all the wonderful beers made in all of our local breweries, there isn’t something for every beer drinker to enjoy. So when you think of beer, think local and when your friends and family visit, as they invariably will do, pass on the Bud and the Miller Lite; show them why our local craft beer can compete anywhere.
Beer (continued from pg. 22) World of Beer
Full disclosure… World of Beer is NOT a locally owned establishment. There, I said it, and due to our “keep it local” mantra it really needed to be said. However, now that we’ve broken that hurdle, there is a very good reason why we’ve elected to include them here; they have A LOT of local beer on tap. Sure, they also It is our sincere hope everyone underhave beer from across the globe, stands that this is by no means a full including bottles from a few places listing of all of the places to find locally I’ve never even heard of; but it was brewed beer; in fact it’s a very small samtheir decision to include so many pling of some of our favorites, with many local brands, their forethought in more already known and waiting to be supporting the local community discovered. As more restaurants and bars, and their commitment to more than pubs, taverns, bowling alleys and billiard just a cursory nod that caused us halls, etc., etc., etc. begin to incorJust a few of the taps at World of Beer to give them a look and ultimately porate local craft beer into their tap an inclusion. With a “grand openrotations and we become more aware, we will be back to revisit ing” draft selection that currently includes two beers each this list and hopefully expand upon it. In the meantime (and from Gibbs Hundred and Foothills as well as two from Natty as a favor to us all), please make a list of your favorites and post Greene’s, a Pig Pounder, three from Preyer and a Red Oak them to our Facebook (facebook.com/WeAreGreensboro) or to top it all off, local or not, one has to admit, that’s a pretty Instagram (instagram.com/wearegreensboro) pages. We (and impressive lineup and one worthy of a mention. Rest assured, I’m certain many of our readers) would love to hear the where’s we will be vigilant and keep an eye on this “outsider” trying to and whys of all of them. Until then, Cheers! woo us, and we will be back to report soon. Contact information for the establishments listed here, can be found at the top of page 27
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Jasmine (continued from pg. 08) The restaurant, designed by Ho and Casteen, displays an open layout and a glass divider—allowing guests to view the variety of available fresh ingredients like cilantro, thai basil, and pickled vegetables used to dress their dishes. The interior sports a trendy green lounge that seats up to 25 guests indoors, eight guests outside, and a grand visual menu illustrated by local chalk artist, Jennifer Buchanan. Working to reduce waste, recycle, and promote sustainability, nOma Food and Co.’s dishes are served in and accompanied with biodegradable and recyclable containers and utensils. As an established member of the Greensboro community, Ho paired with Casteen to expand wholesome eating options. “Sadly, our everyday life revolves around work and we compromise healthy family meals because they don’t fit into our busy schedules. With that in mind, we created our menu to serve that need. These are the meals you can find on many family’s dining tables all over Asia—during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The meals on our menu are made of fresh ingredients crafted right in front of you. Each entree is nutritionally balanced with protein, locally sourced vegetables, nutrient rich carbohydrates and the flexibility to appease our guests’ dietary preferences,” says Ho. Guests with limited time have the option of ordering online at www.nomafood.com for dine-in or carry-out.
Kieuanh gets serious when preparing the perfect plate pm; Sunday 12 pm to 9 pm.
nOma Food and Co. is the second restaurant for Ho, co-owner of Tate Street’s 12-year-old vegetarian eatery Boba House.
I’m a magnet for happy people who believe in their own power. Because as Buddha simply illustrates, “What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create.” You may not be able to choose family but you can be selective of your framily—friends that are family—and when you’re proud of your family, you do all that you can to help shine their light for all to see. I invite you to break baguettes with Kieuanh and Kelly, celebrate their new beginnings and absorb the powerful energies these amazing people are dispersing.
nOma Food and Co., located at 2403-2 Battleground Avenue, crafts dishes seven days a week: Monday to Saturday 11 am to 10
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Content Contacts Mad Hatter 201 Smyres Pl • (336) 274-7005 • madhatterbb.com
Lucky 32 421 Westover Terrace • (336) 370-0707 • lucky32.com
World of Beer 1310 Westover Terrace • (336) 897-0031 worldofbeer.com/Locations/Greensboro Greensboro Parks & Recreation • greensboro-nc.gov
1618 Downtown 312 S Elm St • (336) 312-4143 • 1618downtown.com
Greensboro Science Center 4301 Lawndale Dr,• (336) 288-3769 • greensboroscience.org
Marshall free House 1211 Battleground Ave • (336) 792-1999 marshallfreehouse.com
Kersey Valley 1615 Kersey Valley Rd, Archdale, NC 27263 (336) 431-1700 • kerseyvalley.com
J. Razz & Tazz Farm Uptown Charlie’s 5828 N Church St • (336) 644-9447 • uptowncharlies. 466 Peeden Dr, Gibsonville, NC 27249 • (336) 697-2473 jrazz.com com
Gate City Growlers 1724 Battleground Ave #103 • (336) 763-9746 facebook.com/gatecitygrowlers Crafted! The Art of Street Food 600 Battleground Ave • (336) 265-8859 • eatatcrafted. com
Greensboro Youth Council 501 Yanceyville St • (336) 3732738 greensboro-nc.gov Woods of Terror 5601 N Church St • (336) 643-3558 • woodsofterror.com Nightmares Around Elm Street 336-905-4060 • carolinahistoryandhaunts.com
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