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Welcome Full of History-Discover Waxhaw Waxhaw Business Association Phone Numbers & Links Location & Climate Facts & Figures Government & Administration Historic Preservation Committee Waxhaw Beautification Committee Police Explorer and Cadet Program Police Department Fire Department Museum of the Waxhaws

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Welcome

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to Waxhaw. As Town Manager, I along with the Mayor, Board of Commissioners and town staff are glad that you are here. We look forward to serving you.

Whether you are a visitor, or a new or old resident, you will find that our great town has something for everyone. Our picturesque downtown includes some buildings over 100 years old. These buildings still retain the stunning character of yesteryear. Both citizens and visitors enjoy our downtown for many different reasons, including walking or jogging. Others like to simply amble about visiting the unique stores and restaurants that we offer.

Whatever the reason, we can always see and feel the excitement both in adults and children who come to view the train from the overhead bridge as it passes under their feet.

You are invited to join in any of the numerous events held throughout the year in our lovely town. These events draw visitors both far and wide. For more information about these events go to pages 20 & 21. You can also check out our website at www.waxhaw.com or www.facebook.com / townwaxhaw. Be sure to sign up to follow our town on Twitter to receive the latest updates and information.

Over the last several years, we have increased the number of volunteer opportunities available to residents.

Board appointed committees include: • Planning Board • Board of Adjustment • Parks and Recreation • Beautification, Historic Preservation • Small Town Main Street • Comprehensive Planning Please contact Town Clerk, Bonnie McManus for additional information on any of these committees.

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Ms. McManus may be reached at 704-843-2195 Ext. 222 or bmcmanus@waxhaw.com As we move into 2012 there are exciting projects underway. We are currently in the process of completing numerous plans for implementation in 2012. These include a Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan that outlines the town’s recreational needs over the next 15 years. Our Pedestrian Plan, along with our work on the Carolina Thread Trail, will enhance the plan for implementing sidewalks, walking trails and greenways throughout town. Complete implementation will take a number of years, but I, along with the elected officials and town staff, am excited that we have started the journey. Your involvement will be critical to our success.

Finally, we are embarking on a downtown small area plan and new municipal facilities. This is an effort that has been in the works for some time. The approach of coordinating a small area plan with the new facilities design and location will help ensure a good fit. As we move forward, the Board will consider the proper role of the municipal facilities and consider what additional features and services should be included in the facilities to serve the community. The goal is to have a facility that will meet the needs of the community now and well into the future.

As we move forward I think you can see that the future is bright. Welcome to Waxhaw. Please contact me if I can assist you.

- Mike McLauren Town Manager

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Full of History - Discover Waxhaw One of Waxhaw’s greatest strengths is its rich heritage, which has been preserved in museums, parks and historical sites throughout the community.

Waxhaw takes its name from the Waxhaws, both the name for the area and the name for the Indian tribe that once inhabited it. The community dates back to the 1700’s, but it wasn't well known until 1888 when railroad tracks from Atlanta were laid. Tracks still run through the center of town today along the green, grassy strip dividing two rows of quaint specialty shops and restaurants.

This area was home to the Waxhaw Indians, originally called Wisacky, long before the European settlers came to the area.

The Waxhaw Indians were a small tribe (about 2,000) who lived in the Cane Creek area south of Waxhaw in small settlements of bark covered huts along the creeks. They were connected with the neighboring Sugeree, and both were apparently related to the Catawba, and therefore were Siouan.

The Waxhaw Indians were allied with the Catawbas in their wars with the Cherokee and were almost wiped out in 1715 by the Yamasee War and by diseases brought by the early settlers to the area. Soon afterwards German, English, Scottish, Welsh and other European settlers arrived in the area to establish a settlement. The land was fertile and trade was made easy by the proximity of the Catawba River and the main trading

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path which ran from Petersburg, Virginia to Augusta, Georgia. The Town of Waxhaw was chartered in 1889, making it the third oldest town in Union County.

The Waxhaws have been the homeland of many distinguished men throughout the years. The most noteworthy native of this region is Andrew Jackson, 7th president of the United States. President Andrew Jackson was born in the Waxhaw area in 1767. The debate over Andrew Jackson's exact birthplace is ongoing. The dispute centers on whether he was born in North Carolina or just to the south in South Carolina. He was born in one of two cabins, less than 100 yards apart - but because the State Line ran between them, it’s unknown which state he was actually born in.

A strong oral tradition claims that Jackson was born in North Carolina. Chief among this is the testimony of Mrs. Sarah Lathen, who's mother was a midwife at Jackson's birth. She claims that the birth took place at the George McCamie cabin in North Carolina.

When you're in the vicinity of Charlotte, NC or just looking for a trip back into the not so distant past, then be sure to visit Waxhaw.

Waxhaw Business Association Emphasizing Business Growth & Support

Photo by Nancy McCoy Duncan

This group is enjoying one of the Business Networking Socials events

The Waxhaw Business Association’s (WBA) is an organization that serves the area’s business community by developing strong relationships, encourages cooperation and communication to address the needs and concerns of all businesses, and promotes economic growth. The WBA provides its members with opportunities and resources to improve their business practices and offer their goods and services to consumers thus enriching the community.

The WBA welcomes anyone who wishes to belong. WBA members include new and established businesses in and near Waxhaw such as financial institutions, civic groups, organizations and private individuals.

If you want to know what's going on around town and how to tap into the benefits and opportunities, join today!

Included in your membership is the opportunity to attend two types of meetings. The Traditional Breakfast Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each alternating month at 8:00 a.m. at Rippington’s Restaurant on W. South Main Street in downtown Waxhaw. Members enjoy a free breakfast, have time to socialize and network, learn a little about what's happening in town (events, meetings, planning and zoning changes, etc.), and are exposed to business insights through various speakers and forums. We also take the time to share how we are supporting each other in business. The cost of breakfast is included in the annual membership dues.

The WBA also hosts another free event for members called the "Business Networking Social”. These meetings are held at the Waxhaw's American Legion, at 801 E. South Main Street on the second Thursday evening of each alternating Month and provide the opportunity to mingle and talk with other members.

Benefits to being a WBA Member: • Monthly networking opportunities with fellow members, area business owners, and prospective customers.

• Business development training and materials throughout the year

The Waxhaw Business Association is proud to offer this annual magazine, which provides an overview of the town’s rich history, area demographics, local business and industry, quality education, healthcare, and family fun events. You will also find useful phone numbers and contact information in the Business Directory section at the back of the magazine. There are more than 100 businesses listed in the Business Directory. Our members include individuals, organizations and businesses, and they are the heart of this community.

• Marketing opportunities at meetings and special events through donation of door prizes

The Waxhaw Business Association encourages you to always shop locally first. Whether you’re shopping for professional services, home repairs, antiques, insurance, legal service or dining establishments, you are sure to find a reputable and quality business that can meet your needs through the Waxhaw Business Association.

• Free Company listing in monthly promotions through local newspapers

• Free admission to monthly breakfast meetings and evening socials • Opportunities to exhibit your business at networking socials • Access to the Bulk Mail Permit at the US Post Office • Inclusion in the WBA Membership Directory • Electronic access to the Membership Directory (upon request) • Free business listing on the WBA website (www.waxhawbusinessassociation.com) • Discounted advertisements in the annual Welcome to Waxhaw magazine • Discounted membership to the Union County Chamber of Commerce • Invitation to participate in the new WBA Business EXPO • And so much more!

Come join us as we strengthen our business relationships and establish avenues of growth for us all. Start with being our guest at our next monthly meeting!

For more information please visit our website or find us on facebook: >>> www.Waxhaw Business Association >>> www.facebook.com/waxhawbusinessassociation Waxhaw • North Carolina

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Phone Numbers & Links FIRE • POLICE • AMBULANCE .... 911

MEDICAL CMC - Waxhaw .............................. 704-667-6800 www.cmc-waxhaw.org CMC - Union .................................. 704-283-3100 www.cmc-union.org

Waxhaw Police Department ........... 704-843-0353 (non-emergency) www.waxhaw.com Waxhaw Community Fire Department & Rescue Squad ............................ 704-843-4001 (non-emergency www.waxhawvfd.org Union County Sheriff's Office ......... 704-283-3789 (non-emergency) www.co.union.nc.us Union County Emergency Management ............... 704-296-4296 After Hours ........................................ 704-289-1591 www.co.union.nc.us North Carolina Poison Control Voice/TDD/TTY .......................... 1-800-222-1222 North Carolina Road Conditions ..................... 511 State Highway Patrol ..................... 919-733-7952 Department of Motor Vehicles ....... 704-283-4264 Motor Vehicle Registration ............. 704-283-4113

Presbyterian Hospital - Matthews ... 704-384-6500 www.presbyterian.org

WAXHAW www.waxhaw.com Waxhaw Town Hall ........................ 704-843-2195 Planning & Community Dept. .. 704-843-2195 ext. 241 Public Service Department ... 704-843-2195 ext. 280 Parks & Recreation Board ... 704-843-2195 ext. 222

Carolinas Chiropractic And Spinal Rehab .......................... 704-243-1010 www.carolinaschiropractic.com

Events ................................. 704-843-2195 ext. 226

Home Instead Senior Care ............ 704-296-5070 www.homeinstead.com/northcarolina/Pages/Home.aspx

Beautification Committee ..... 704-843-2195 ext. 222

Medical Group of Waxhaw ............. 704-243-2254 www.medicalgroupofwaxhaw.org Waxhaw Family Physicians & Sports Medicine Center .............. 704-384-8640 www.waxhawfamilyphysicians.com American Red Cross of Union Co. ..... 704-283-7402 www.unioncountyredcross.org

Building Inspections ........... 704-243-3276 ext. 241

Waxhaw Animal Control ................. 704-243-0353 Preservation Committee ... 704-843-2195 ext. 238 Waxhaw Library ............................. 704-843-3131 www.union.lib.nc.us Waxhaw Reading Room Used Bookstore ............................. 704-843-2665

Hospice of Union County .............. 704-292-2100 www.houc.org

JAARS ........................................... 704-843-6048

TRANSPORTATION

Mexico-Cardenas Museum ........... 704-843-6045

Amtrak .......................................... 704-376-4416 Charlotte Douglas Int’l Airport ........ 704-359-4000 Monroe Regional Airport ................ 704-289-5546

Museum of the Waxhaws ............. 704-843-1832

Museum of the Alphabet ............... 704-843-6066 Cane Creek Park .......................... 704-843-3919

Charlotte Area Transit System ....... 704-336-RIDE

704-843-3900 www.hooktire.com 120 W. Waxhaw Parkway, Waxhaw • Next to Post Office 6

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UNION COUNTY www.co.union.nc.us Union County Property Tax Office .. 704-283-3746 Union County Public Works ........... 704-296-4210 Union County Register of Deeds .... 704-283-3727 Union County Parks & Recreation . 704-843-3919

MISCELLANEOUS

CABLE

United Way of Central Carolinas .... 704-372-7170 www.uwcentralcarolinas.org

Time Warner ...................................... 704-289-3168 www.timewarnercable.com

Department of Motor Vehicles Driver License Examiner .............. 704-283-4264 www.ucps.k12.us

Trans-World Satellites ....................... 704-283-8137 transworldsat.dishontheweb.com

License Plate Agency ................... 704-283-4113 www.ucps.k12.us

NATURAL GAS

Union County Board of Elections ... 704-283-3809 Union County Animal Services ... 704-283-2308 Union County Health Dept. ........ 704-296-4800 Union County Social Services ........ 704-296-4300 Union County Public Information ... 704-283-3687

NCNG/Piedmont Natural Gas ............ 800-275-6264 www.piedmontng.com Heritage Propane .............................. 800-532-6141 www.heritagepropane.net

Utilities

Southern Gas Company .................... 877-415-7468 www.holp.com/SouthernGasCompany

ELECTRIC

Union County Fire Marshall .......... 704-283-3524

Duke Power ....................................704-594-9400 www.dukepower.com

Union County Veterans Services ... 704-283-3711 or 704-283-3744

Union Co. Power Cooperative ........ 704-289-3145 www.union-power.com

WATER/SEWER

Union County Public Schools ....... 704-296-9898 www.ucps.k12.us

TELEPHONE

Union County Public Works ................ 704-296-4210 www.co.union.nc.us

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WASTE COLLECTION & RECYCLING

Residential service ......................... 704-847-4828

RCS, Inc. ............................................ 704-283-7539

Business service ............................ 704-847-9055

Schedule for collection: Roll-out Garbage: Once a Week -Friday (Curbside) Recyclables: Once a Week - Friday (Curbside) Yard Debris: Once a Week - Monday (Curbside)

Union County Main Library ........... 704-283-8184 www.union.lib.nc.us Union County Chamber of Commerce ................ 704-289-4567 www.unioncountycoc.com Humane Society of Union County .. 704-283-9126 www.hs-uc.org Union Co. Community Arts Council .... 704-292-2100 www.unionarts.org

Verizon (Monroe/Wingate/Central Union County) www.verizon.com Residential service ......................... 800-483-4300 Business service ............................ 800-483-5300

Monroe Oil Company (heating oil) ..... 704-289-5438 monroeoilinc.com

Town of Waxhaw's Public Services can be contacted at 704-843-7439 for additional information.

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Location & Climate Waxhaw is located on the southwest corner of Union County in North Carolina and is very close to the border of South Carolina.

Surrounding communities include Marvin, Mineral Springs, Wesley Chapel, and Monroe. With it’s location just outside of the always-bustling city of Charlotte, residents and local businesses enjoy a peaceful and relaxed rural setting while living in proximity to vital amenities such as unmatched medical, top-rate schools, numerous retail options and rich historical and cultural avenues.

The intersection of NC 75 and NC 16 is the center of Waxhaw and is located in the downtown area. This is roughly twenty miles from Charlotte. With the welcoming qualities of small town living, Waxhaw also provides easy access to the major highway systems of I-485, I-85 and I-77 making regional travel easily accessible.

The coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 31° degrees.

Rainfall is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest season of the year is typically Spring.

Waxhaw enjoys a comfortable climate and an abundance of business and cultural opportunities. Here you’ll find peaceful living combined with convenient access to some of the state’s metropolitan centers, its beaches or its mountains.

It's all right here in Waxhaw. . . numerous beautiful residential communities, museums and historic sites, antique shops, outdoor recreation . . . the amenities are endless! In Waxhaw, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community filled with a sense of undying respect for its past and a relentless commitment to its future.

Waxhaw has large areas of natural habitat and green space including parks and gardens that are perfect for get togethers with friends and family. The area is also well-known as an equestrian community.

Nearest Towns to Waxhaw

Waxhaw has a mild climate characterized by moderate temperature variations and moderate humidity.

Wesley Chapel ................................................................................... 2.6 miles

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 89° degrees, making summers warm and humid.

Monroe ............................................................................................... 15 miles

Mineral Springs .................................................................................. 2.0 miles Marvin ................................................................................................ 2.4 miles

Weddington ....................................................................................... 2.6 miles

Charlotte ............................................................................................. 20 miles

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Facts & Figures Population Total Land Area Annual Budget

7,500 15.2 Square Miles $5,663,813

Town of Waxhaw Tax Rate

$0.34 per $100 valuation plus $40.00 annual solid waste fee for developed residential lots.

Union County Tax Rate Form of City Government Waxhaw Police Department Full-Time Sworn Officers Part-Time Sworn Officers Reserve Sworn Officers Civilian Employees

$0.665 per $100 valuation Council-Manager 20 2 3 2

Waxhaw Volunteer Fire Department Dept of Insurance Rating Part-Time Employees Volunteers

6/9e 15 70

Median Resident Age Median Household Income (in 2009)

34.5 years** $79,073*

Population Mix White Black/AfricanAmerican Hispanic or Latino Asian Other

81.5%** 11.2%** 3.6%** 2.0%** 1.7%**

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Education Level for 25 years and over High school or higher 87.8%* Bachelor’s degree or higher 29.9%* Graduate or professional degree 4.3%* Real Estate Residential

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Government & Administration The Town of Waxhaw is governed by a Council/Town Manager format. The Board of Commissioners sets the policy which the Town Manager carries out. The Town Manager is responsible for the daily operations of the town. This governing body consists of the Town Manager, the Mayor and five Commissioners. They all work together to make decisions in order to maintain and improve the safety and well-being of the community and economic development. Each Commissioner is elected to a four-year term and elections are held every two years. This process allows for overlapping terms.

Town Hall

Town Administration

Planning and Community Development

Town Manager - Michael McLaurin 704-843-2195 ext. 225 mmclaurin@waxhaw.com

PO Box 617 316 North Church Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-843-2195 ext. 241 Fax: 704-243-3276

Town Clerk/Deputy Finance Officer Bonnie McManus 704-843-2195 ext. 222 bmcmanus@waxhaw.com

PO Box 6 317 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-843-2195 Fax 704-843-2196 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday www.waxhaw.com The Board of Commissioners meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month at the Museum of the Waxhaws at 6:30 pm.

The public is invited to attend.

8215 Waxhaw Highway, Waxhaw, NC 28173.

Elected Officials Mayor - Daune Gardner 704-843-2195 ext 27 mayor@waxhaw.com Mayor Pro Tem - Erin Kirkpatrick 704-843-2195 ekirkpatrick@waxhaw.com Commissioner - Joyce Blythe 704-843-2246 jblythe@waxhaw.com Commissioner - Brett Diller 704-843-2195 bdiller@waxhaw.com Commissioner - Mike Stewart 704-843-2195 mstewart@waxhaw.com Commissioner - Sean Poccia 704-843-2195 spoccia@waxhaw.com

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Human Resources Manager/Website Wendy Davenport ..

704-843-2195 ext 240 wdavenport@waxhaw.com Tax Collector/Accounts Payable - Ann Sutton 704-843-2195 ext. 223 asutton@waxhaw.com Assistant Tax Collector - Paula Kee 704-843-2195 ext. 228 ahartis@waxhaw.com Events Coordinator/Newsletter Editor 704-843-2195 ext 226 events@waxhaw.com Assistant to Events Coordinator 704-843-2195 ext. 236 events@waxhaw.com

Town of Waxhaw Building Inspections PO Box 617 316 North Church Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-843-2195 ext. 241 Fax: 704-243-3276 Building Inspector - William Whaley 704-843-2195 ext 231 wwhaley@waxhaw.com

Town of Waxhaw Code Enforcement PO Box 617 316 N. Church Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-843-2195 ext. 241 Fax 704-243-3276

Director of Planning and Community Development - Greg Mahar 704-843-2195 ext 232 gmahar@waxhaw.com Planning and Zoning Administrator - Lori Oakley 704-843-2195 ext. 230 loakley@waxhaw.com Planner II - Katie Ross 704-843-2195 ext. 238 kross@waxhaw.com Planning Technician 704-843-2195 ext. 233 Permitting Clerk - Amber Haywood 704-843-2195 ext. 241 ahaywood@waxhaw.com

Town of Waxhaw Public Services Dept.

402 Brevard Street • Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-843-7439 • Fax 704-843-7355 Director of Public Services - Todd Matthews 704-843-7439 ext. 280 tmatthews@waxhaw.com Administrative Assistant & Cemetery Manager Marion Morton 704-843-7439 ext. 280 mmorton@waxhaw.com Residential waste collection and recycling services are provided to town residents through a contract with RCS. RCS Inc. ...................................... 704-283-7539 Schedule for collection: Roll-out Garbage ............ Once a Week -Friday (Curbside) Recyclables .................... Once a Week - Friday (Curbside) Yard Debris .................. Once a Week - Monday (Curbside)

Waxhaw Historic Preservation Commission The mission of the Waxhaw Historic Preservation Commission is to protect, preserve and sustain historic buildings, landmarks and unique character. The Commission is an advocate for Waxhaw's heritage by identifying historical structures, recommending historical designations, reviewing design changes and assisting with preservation planning.

The Commission also promotes the appreciation of historic preservation and serves as an educational resource to enable the community to reap the benefits of preservation for future generations.

If you have any questions about the National Register District, the local historic district or the design guidelines for the local historic district, contact WHPC staff liaison, Katie Ross, at 704-843-2195 ext 238 or kross@waxhaw.com.

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Waxhaw Beautification Committee The Beautification Committee serves as an advisory group to the Board of Commissioners.

This committee works with and makes recommendations on ways to beautify the Town and its rights of ways as well as make recommendations to the Board concerning the display of artwork or other displays on Town property and public street rights-of-way.

The Beautification Committee meets the first Monday of every month at 4:00 p.m. at Waxhaw Town Hall.

If you’re looking for a fun way to improve and care for a public area where everyone can enjoy the results of your hard work and community pride then check out the ADOPTA-SPOT BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM. A family, business, church, organization or an individual can partner with the Town to plant and maintain areas within the community. This is strictly a volunteer program.

Residents can choose from a list of spots approved by the Town or you can propose your own idea. Locations on the list include town gateways, in front of Town Hall or the Waxhaw Library, medians and street corners among others.

Participants are expected to design, prepare, plant, mulch and weed the spot. It allows any group, family or business to adopt a little piece of Waxhaw.

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Waxhaw Police Explorer and Cadet Program Emphasizing Career Opportunities, Service Learning, Leadership Experience, Life Skills and Character Education

The Waxhaw Police Department’s long-standing commitment

to the youth in our community is demonstrated by its support of the Police Explorer and Cadet Program. Established in 2004, the Explorer and Cadet Program is a career development program, which emphasizes academic study, character development, and self-discipline.

The Police Explorer and Cadet Program is open to all youth from the community ranging from 13 to 20 years in age. The program is under the advisement of Waxhaw Police Department Sergeant James Pool and Lieutenant B.L. Zill. It is strictly a volunteer program that gives service to the Police Department and the community. The Explorer and Cadet Program is a structured program that gives young men and women the academic and technical training needed to become future law enforcement officers. The program also gives them the leadership skills and self-discipline needed to potentially become successful community leaders.

The Police Explorers and Cadets attend a meeting every Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:30pm at a local establishment. The purpose of these meetings are to educate the Explorers and Cadets in the different areas of the Waxhaw Police Department and other law enforcement agencies. Films, guest speakers, lectures, practical exercises and demonstrations are used.

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After learning patrol techniques, traffic control and defensive tactics at these weekly meetings the Explorers and Cadets may ride along with a Waxhaw Police Officer to observe the role of a law enforcement officer. The ride-along program is one of the most instructive and popular activities. It gives qualified Explorers and Cadets first-hand experience in observing law enforcement in progress. They ride with an officer in a patrol vehicle as an observer, learning reasons why and how the police officer must react to different situations which occur in their daily contact with the public and/or hazardous incidents.

Police Explorers and Cadets provide a valuable service to the community by assisting in traffic related duties during parades and festivals, fingerprinting of children for "kid print" programs, helping with Crime Prevention programs and providing administrative service to the Police Department.

This program is highly recommended for those who are interested in pursuing law enforcement, military, or community service careers. If this program sounds interesting, or you would like to learn more about the Waxhaw Police Explorer and Cadet Program, please call Post Advisor, Sergeant James Pool at 704-843-0353 or email him at jpool@officer.com. Applications may be picked up at the Waxhaw Police Department.

Police Department The Town of Waxhaw Police Department strives to maintain a high quality of life for the residents of Waxhaw by providing a competent and professional Law Enforcement Service. They work in partnership with the citizens of our community to develop policing services to meet the unique needs of the community, while assuring fairness, equal treatment, and protection to all.

Town police are on-hand night and day in order to protect and serve the community at-large. They have served the citizens with pride since 1889. The Waxhaw Police Department would like to encourage all persons to take an active role in the community and learn more about the services provided.

703 E West South Main Street • Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-0353 (non-emergency) 911 (emergency) Office Hours: 8:00am-6:00pm Monday - Friday www.waxhaw.com

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WAXHAW 400 E. South Main Street • Waxhaw, NC 28143 TEL: 704-843-5081 • FAX: 704-843-5081 CHARLOTTE 6519 Ciscayne Place • Charlotte, NC 28211 TEL: 704-366-5846 • FAX: 704-366-9929 yourcpa@bellsouth.net

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Probate and Wills/Trusts Real Estate • Business Law Civil Litigation • Criminal Law Ph: 704.296.9000 E-Fax: 704.831.5432 Cell: 704.900.9727 Email: Pdwyer7@aol.com

Waxhaw Volunteer Fire Department was organized in 1954 and incorporated in 1957 as Waxhaw Community Volunteer Fire Department. The first Fire Station was actually a barn owned by one of its members. In 1963, the Headquarters Station was built downtown on East North Main Street. The JAARS sub-station was built in 1988 and today is known as Station 27.

The Fire Department and Rescue Squad merged in 1991 and the name changed to Waxhaw Community Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, Inc. Three years later in 1994, Ambulance Service transferred to Union County EMS. The Fire Department headquarters remained in downtown Waxhaw on Main Street for over 45 years but in May 2009 the department opened new Station 18, which now serves as the Department Headquarters.

Station 18

Station 27

3500 Waxhaw Parkway P.O. Box 1258 (mailing address) Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-4001

7703 JAARS Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-4001

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Museum of the Waxhaws This local treasure is a place of pride for many.

Discover for yourself how easy it is to spend all day here.

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o one snoozes through history at the Museum of the Waxhaws.

It does not take its visitors on a tour full of lectures.

Gold, arrowheads and unfamiliar trails awaken more than the spirit of history. Volunteers and staff engage visitors in regional culture.

Gay Diller, Board of Directors appointee and museum volunteer, recalls how one train caught Waxhaw residents’ attention in the 1960’s.

“People would say, ‘Oh, the train with the nerve gas is coming through town,’ and they were alarmed,” Diller said.

Nerve gas was a lethal agent used by American armed forces in the Vietnam War. Waxhaw residents were given instructions on what to do if the train derailed or nerve gas leaked.

The Museum of the Waxhaws seeks to preserve stories remembered by those in the community. It wants to secure the secrets of Waxhaw’s past so they never die with any generation.

In 1988, the Union County Board of Commissioners gave a grant of $100,000, and the museum received a second valued at $400,000. The funds paid for the current 5,000 sq. ft. building.

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The museum boasts a permanent exhibit room, a temporary exhibit area, and an auditorium that seats 60 people.

The permanent exhibit features a time line. It starts with sixteenth century Spanish explorers’ artifacts; it shows Andrew Jackson’s life, and early twentieth century Waxhaw.

The museum, like history, is always changing.

“The museum is important to Union County as a cultural center,” Diller said. “It’s the only museum that focuses on the history of our region. I think that’s an extremely important commodity for our whole area.”

The temporary exhibit now features a one - room school house. Reenactments take place in the school house for visitors and field trips. An actor performs a lesson from the nineteenth century, and visitors interact as the students.

“When you put things in the context of the event portrayed by actors and actresses, children seem to retain the information better,” Diller said. “They even retain pieces of information about how weapons were and how things were done… Any time you show real buildings or artifacts in a certain context, it’s a great way to learn.”

The auditorium hosts reenactments and plays. Nora Brooks portrays women in history and has received several

Have Fun! Things to see and do in the area Explore our community any way you wish - via strolling through our scenic downtown, driving through historic neighborhoods, or bicycling down country roads lined with fields of horses - you’ll discover treasures at every turn. Waxhaw offers plenty for art aficionados, history buffs, and kids of all ages with a collection of small specialty shops, family owned restaurants and businesses, museums, green spaces and so much more.

Highway 75 Waxhaw, NC 28173 1/2 mile east of Historic Downtown Waxhaw 704-843-1832 www.museumofthewaxhaws.com MUSEUM HOURS Friday and Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm Sunday: 2:00pm-5:00pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Holidays ADMISSION Adults $5.00 Seniors (60 and 0ver) $4.00 Children 6-12 $2.00 Children 5 and under FREE

acting awards. Judy Simpson Cook, a local playwright, also shares her talents with the museum.

It does not stop there.

Through the decades, the museum has received more grants; has remained active in the preservation of historic structures, and in creating outdoor activities.

Visitors have even found the Waxhaw tribe’s arrowheads on the outdoor trail.

“The trail is set up with the structures the Waxhaw Indians would’ve used as a dwelling,” Diller said. “They’re really neat looking. They’re kind of arched, woodenmembered, and covered with bark.

There are more adventures on the trail, including an original backcountry homestead with a blacksmith shop.

For Halloween 2011, the museum took visitors on a Civil War reenactment during which they learned about weapons and war.

The Museum of the Waxhaws plans to open a gold mine soon. According to Diller, it will feature a way to crush gold ore.

It continues to take visitors on the back trails to find the undiscovered.

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Military Wall of Honor The perpetual Military Wall of Honor was built in 2004 by the Waxhaw Community. Since 2004 over 500 brick tiles have been added. Currently there are over 800 names on the wall with room for at least 1000 more. Anyone who lives in the Waxhaw area, or who has friends or relatives who live in the Waxhaw area, may purchase a brick tile and have their information added to the wall. Waxhaw salutes the brave men and women and want this wall to remind them that WE WILL NEVER FORGET. The wall is maintained by the Waxhaw American Legion Post Auxiliary.

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Cardenas Mexico Museum This museum honors former president of Mexico, Laxaro Cardenas and his commitment to the ingenious people of Mexico. Displays include historical photographs which focus on Cardenas, books in many indigenous languages, outstanding folk art, ancient jewelry and embroidered native costumes that can still be seen in Mexico villages today.

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Museum Of The Alphabet Ever wonder how man's alphabets and languages developed? This 4,900 sq. ft. museum tells the story of alphabet makers from ancient history to modern times. Photographs, paintings, sculpture and weavings, quiz boxes and models help visitors grasp and appreciate the vast amount of information available.

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Overhead Bridge

Jug & Well This large clay urn was originally used at the RodmanHeath Mill. It was moved to the location of the current Dare Steele Memorial Garden in the mid-’80’s and was slightly damaged in the process and then moved to its current downtown location near the well around 2003. The well was originally dug circa 1900 to serve the trains and crews of the Depot and remained in use until the 1920’s. The current structure commemorates Waxhaw’s original community well which once stood near this spot. The replica was constructed in 1989 to commemorate the Town of Waxhaw Centennial.

One of the most iconic images for the town is the overhead bridge, located in the heart of downtown. It was built in 1888 when the railroad company built a rail line to Atlanta. The narrow bridge served automobile traffic on the then main road through town over the railroad line until approximately 1940, when it was designated for pedestrian use only. In 2007, the town partnered with CSX to renovate and do a complete reconstruction of the bridge. Today, many people, young and old, climb the stairs to the top so they can stand on the wooden planks of the bridge as a train passes under their feet.

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Historic District

Water Tower

Get your walking shoes out. The Waxhaw Historic District is on the National Register of Historic Places, and Waxhaw has some wonderful attractions and old buildings near the center of town which makes for a nice walking tour. The Waxhaw Historic Preservation Commission (WHPC) serves to protect, preserve and sustain the towns historic buildings, landmarks and unique character.

It’s clear that Waxhaw residents are working to make sure that the town’s heritage will be preserved and treasured for years to come.

For more information contact staff liaison, Katie Ross at 704-843-2195

If you’ve ever been to downtown Waxhaw you’ve probably saw this silver tower. This 100,000-gallon steel structure looms over the downtown area with it’s close proximity to Main Street (Hwy. 75) and the railroad tracks that run through the center of town. On December 2, 1940, the Town Commissioners adopted a resolution to approve the building of the water tank by Taylor Water Works of Macon, GA , for $7,337. Back in those days it was said that whenever a person was returning to Waxhaw, they knew they were getting close to home when they saw the water tank.

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Over Vendors with New Items Arriving Daily We have antiques and collectibles of every type.

Stroll the aisles and visit booths of every imaginable style and period.

FURNITURE ART COLLECTIBLES GLASSWARE POTTERY GIFTS JEWELRY Hours Wed.-Fri. 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 1pm-4pm www.waxhawantiquemart.com

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Waxhaw is distinctive in that it offers shoppers a wide array of retail opportunities, ranging from locally run antique stores to suburban shopping plazas, and national chain retailers. Nestled in the heart of the town, vibrant Downtown Waxhaw is the place to be when it comes to an array of unique retailers providing an appealing mix of traditional and decidedly modern wares. Gifts, home furnishings, children's clothing, grocers, and home improvement supplies are just a few of the many products found throughout Waxhaw’s picturesque shopping community.

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Waxhaw Farmer’s Market There’s nothing better than fresh! You’ll be able to buy an assortment of items such as naturally grown local produce, cut flowers, vegetable and flower plants, goat cheese, fresh farm eggs, herbs, local honey, fresh baked bread, cakes, cookies, muffins, homemade goat milk soap, and so much more! The market runs from April through November. The market location is on the corner of Price Street and North Church Street, just behind Stewart's Village Gallery. There is ample parking and plenty of room to browse all of the participating vendors.

BLOUSES•JEANS•DRESSES •CASUAL CLOTHING•JACKETS HANDMADE LEATHER HANDBAGS•JEWELRY •ACCESSORIES Visit our children's section called, And Me! Enjoy a glass of wine while you shop Friday evenings!

Gigi Fashion for Women & children

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Closed Monday & Tuesday Wed-Thurs: 10am-5:30pm Fri: 10am-7:00pm • Sat: 10am-5:30pm

201 W. South Main St. • Waxhaw, NC 28173 • 704-243-3338

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Waxhaw Library The Waxhaw Branch Library includes books, DVD’s, videos, books on tape and CD, young adult books, genealogy, CD’s, CD-ROM’s, magazines, newspapers and more. Public computers are available for library patrons to use including internet access. The Waxhaw Branch Library serves Waxhaw, Mineral Springs and the southwest region of the county.

509 South Providence Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-3131 www.union.lib.nc.us

Furniture Collectibles Linens Glassware Jewelry

Monday & Thursday: 9:30am -7:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 9:30am - 6:00pm Saturday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Closed on Sundays

Mon-Thurs 10am-5pm Fri-Sat 10am-6pm Sun 12pm-5pm

103 North Main Street • Waxhaw 704-843-3203

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Waxhaw Reading Room Used Bookstore If you like to read, this is the place for you. Entirely operated by volunteers, the bookstore accepts used book donations and in turn resells the books at nominal cost to the public. All proceeds are directed to the Waxhaw Library to support a new larger Waxhaw Library and new associated operational costs. Waxhaw Reading Room Used Bookstore offers a wide variety of books at discounted prices. The inventory changes daily as your friends and neighbors bring in their used books. Come explore Waxhaw’s neighborhood bookstore!

116 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-2665 www.libraryassociationofwaxhaw.org Tuesday-Thursday & Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Unique and Handmade Gifts Pottery • Jewelry Metal • Glass • Fiber Garden Art • Handbags And So Much More!

Gift Certificates ~ Gift Boxing Shipping ~ Wedding Registry Pottery Classes Available

www.StewartsVillageGallery.com

116 McDonald St. • Waxhaw 704-843-5638 Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM | Sun. 1PM-5PM

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Bicycle Riding On any given day you will probably see someone riding a bicycle in or around town. Hundreds of cyclists pass through this picturesque town of Waxhaw every weekend. It is such a scenic area with a train line running right through the middle of town and plenty of quiet back roads that amble through panoramic farmlands with not much traffic to contend with. Waxhaw has much to offer cyclists looking for challenging and beautiful terrain. Whether you’re into competitive cycling or just recreational riding on the roads and trails Waxhaw is a cycling mecca. So come check out the town of Waxhaw or stop by the local bike shop, the Bike Depot, and grab a cup of coffee as you head out on the open road.

Waxhaw Skateboard (SK8) Park This park officially opened in 2006 and has been a crowd favorite ever since. It’s conveniently located in downtown Waxhaw next to the David G.Barnes Children's Park. Features include a nice bowl, a few rails, 4 foot mini pipe, 4 foot quarter pipe, kickers, funbox, and a small beginners park. All users of the park must wear a helmet, elbow pads and kneepads. The skateboard park is open during daylight hours from dawn until dusk with the exception of Sunday in which the Skateboard Park is open from 1 p.m. until dusk.

Special closings are posted on www.waxhaw.com and on the Town of Waxhaw Facebook page.

Free Admission. For questions about the park please call the Town of Waxhaw Public Service Department at 704-843-7439.

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Cane Creek Park

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With 1,050 acres of land, the 350-acre lake was created back in 1976 as part of a combined project completed by the Union County and federal governments. This is the largest recreation facility in the county and one of only three Trophy Bass Lakes in North Carolina. It has become a popular fishing spot in the area along with being very family oriented. Be sure to have your appropriate North Carolina State Fishing License. A number of activities are available to the public including hiking trails, bike trails, camp sites, cabin rentals, boat rentals, beach and swimming area, volleyball courts, and a miniature golf course. You can even bring your horse and enjoy a day of riding the horse trails and then spend the night under the stars at one of the five horse campsites. Cane Creek Park's Hours of Operation vary throughout the year. Please call 704-843-3919 for the Park's current hours.

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Waxhaw Athletic Association Waxhaw Athletic Association is an all volunteer, non profit organization serving young athletes and their families since 1982. They offer baseball, girls softball, soccer, basketball, and cheerleading for area youth.

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David G. Barnes Children’s Park This downtown park received a facelift complete with new playground equipment with a railroad theme. It was dedicated in honor of David G. Barnes in 2009. Mr. Barnes devoted over 28 years of public service to the Town of Waxhaw as a public school teacher at Waxhaw Elementary, Mayor Pro Tem and Commissioner.

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Harvey Clay Nesbit Park Located near Kensington Elementary school, this 60acre town park includes soccer fields, baseball fields, picnic areas, and a playground. It was dedicated in honor of Harvey Clay in the spring of 2010. He provided 17 years of dedicated service to the students of Union County as Principal of Waxhaw and Western Union public schools.

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Andrew Jackson State Park Located just south of Waxhaw, this South Carolina State Park is 360 acres, with a fishing lake, boat rentals, nature trails, campground, picnic facilities, museum, replica of a late 18th-century one-room schoolhouse, and an amphitheatre. Dedicated to the U.S. President, Andrew Jackson, this park is a combination of history, art and family fun.

196 Andrew Jackson Park Road Lancaster, SC 29720 803-285-3344 www.southcarolinaparks.com

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Waxhaw Named Tree City USA Community

by Arbor Day Foundation Waxhaw was recognized by the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry.

Waxhaw has earned this national designation for 2 years.

citizens for providing vital care for its urban forest” said John Rosenow, chief executive and founder of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Trees provide numerous environmental, economical, and health benefits to millions of people each day, and we applaud communities that make planting and caring for trees a top priority.”

Tree City USA communities must have a tree board, a tree-care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation.

The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit, environmental and education organization of more than one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees.

“We commend Waxhaw’s elected officials, volunteers and its

For more information go to: www.arborday.org/TreeCityUSA

Waxhaw Professional Park Only minutes from downtown Waxhaw and conveniently located on Providence Rd. South

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Area Events Autumn Treasures Held the second weekend in October in Downtown

Spring Fest

Waxhaw. This two day event highlights some of our finest

This festival is held on the second weekend in May in

local artisans and crafters. Other features include live enter-

Downtown Waxhaw. This family fun event features over 100

tainment, a food court featuring hot dogs, smoked turkey

artists and crafters, kids zone, live entertainment and food.

legs, funnel cakes, shaved ice and much more. If that’s not

The event takes place over a two day weekend and draws

enough to get your taste buds watering there’s even a

over 10,000 people. The event is rain or shine and free to the

Grill’n & Chill’n BBQ Cook-off where you can enjoy some of

public.

the best local BBQ around. For the youngsters there’s the Kidz Zone with bull riding, a rock wall, petting zoo, and

Queen’s Cup Steeplechase

bouncies. Make sure you don’t miss the car show where you

The Queen's Cup is like no other sporting and social event in

can see polished chrome lining the street.

the Charlotte region. This is a family event and thousands of people come to see some of the most athletic thoroughbreds

First Friday Event

compete at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. Beyond the

The Waxhaw First Friday Event is put on by the Small Town

excitement of the races, families and friends enjoy mingling

Main Street Promotions Committee. The event occurs the

and socializing, Jack Russell Terrier races, hat contests, and

first Friday of every month and provides an opportunity for

tailgate contests. This event is always held the last Saturday

Waxhaw’s downtown establishments to stay open later so

in April. For more information visit www.queenscup.org

more people can explore what local merchants have to offer. Each Friday is based around a theme and merchants

The Waxhaw Town & Country 5K Run

host events that are tied to the planned theme; in addition

This event is hosted by The Waxhaw-Weddington Sunrise

they often feature special sales or provide refreshments

Rotary Club. Hundreds of participants race through the

to shoppers. During the summer months, movies are also

streets of Waxhaw as they pass by historic houses and local

shown. The First Friday event has been growing in

businesses. Along with the 5K race there is a 1/2 mile fun

popularity. This is a great way to rediscover historic

run and a fitness walk. An awards ceremony follows the

Downtown Waxhaw with activities for the whole family

race with trophies presented to the top overall male and

while supporting Waxhaw’s local economy.

female finishers as well as age group awards. The 2012 race proceeds will benefit Turning Point of Union County

JAARS Day

and Rotary Philanthropies. For more information visit

JAARS is a nonprofit organization committed to speeding

www.waxhawrun.com or www.wwsrotaryclub.org

Bible translation for all people. Four times each year, hundreds of people gather for JAARS Day - a free Saturday

Military Ceremonies

event designed for you and your family to learn more about

The Town of Waxhaw is steeped in military history and very

worldwide Bible translation and the organizations support

proud of its military service members, both past and present.

services. All JAARS Days begin in the morning and last four

Local military personnel are honored on both Memorial Day

to five hours. This is a weather permitting event. To learn

and Veteran's Day with a remembrance ceremony on Main

more call 1-704-843-6130 or visit www.jaars.org

Street.

12 Days of Christmas July 4th Parade and Fireworks

Begin your holiday season in Waxhaw on the Friday

Waxhaw is perhaps best known for the July 4th parade

following Thanksgiving as we light up our quaint

and fireworks show. The parade takes place on Main Street

downtown with over 75,000 lights. Enjoy Christmas carols,

in Waxhaw and is attended by over 12,000 enthusiastic

carriage rides and a treasure hunt through our charming

revelers. The celebration continues with the Waxhaw Beach

shops and restaurants. Each weekend until the third

Party starting that evening and culminates with a fireworks

Friday/Saturday in December community groups and

display. The fireworks are launched at Jackson Station next

organizations will sponsor wonderful holiday events such as

to CVS and the beach party takes place across the street

a live nativity, an art show, a historic walk, and a 5K run.

behind and next to the car wash.

The celebration culminates with an old-fashion holiday parade and snacks with Santa for the children.

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An array of festivals and events offer sights and sounds of interest throughout the year. For a town thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than 100 years old, its relaxed, and friendly atmosphere offers plenty of fun-filled activities for the whole family.

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Healthcare One of the best things about living in the Waxhaw area is the availability of quality healthcare providers and facilities for you and your family, including primary care, chiropractic, optometry, and dental.

The area also has easy access to several

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Whatever your needs may be, you will find top-notch medical assistance right here.

Carolinas HealthCare System, one of the leading healthcare organizations in the Southeast has recently opened CMC-

WAXHAW’S CHIROPRACTOR

Waxhaw, Union County's first free-standing emergency department. CMC-Waxhaw

704.243.1010

operates as an extension of Carolinas

CarolinasChiropractic.com

Medical Center - Union in Monroe. Its

101 Waxhaw Professional Park Drive Suite E Waxhaw, NC 28173

21,000 square feet includes: eight treatment rooms providing around the clock emer-

Dr. Kyle B. Jones Clinic Director

gency care from physicians who are board certified in emergency medicine; two observation beds for patients who need additional examination and treatment; diagnostic imaging including a CT scanner, ultrasound and X-ray; complete laboratory services; a helipad for helicopter transfer of patients with severe trauma; on-site medical practices including Charlotte Medical Clinic, Medical Group of Waxhaw, Union Obstetrics & Gynecology, Union Pulmonary & Sleep Specialists, and Union Surgical Associates; and a community room that will be available free for meetings of civic and business organizations.

Also available and dedicated to the overall health and wellbeing of Waxhaw and its surrounding area is Presbyterian Healthcare system. Numerous facilities, advanced medical treatments and procedures, and highly qualified staff has distinguished Presbyterian Healthcare as a not -for -profit healthcare leader for the residents of the southern piedmont region of North Carolina. Waxhaw Family Physicians & Sports Medicine Center offers services such as primary care, newborn care/pediatric and adolescent, physical therapy, and women’s health. Located within 30 minutes from Waxhaw is Presbyterian Hospital Matthews. Providing a wide range of health services including maternity, surgery, cardiovascular, and cancer care they are committed to excellence with advanced technology and skilled caregivers.

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Union County Health Department Serving residents since 1937 with primarily prevention services, your Health Department is here to serve you in the prevention of disease, promotion of health, and the protection of our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health.

1224 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe, NC 28110 .................... 704-296-4800 www.co.union.nc.us Union County Department Of Social Services The mission of the Union County Department of Social Services is to partner with families in achieving economic well-being, safety, and permanence within our community.

1212 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe NC 28110 ..................... 704-296-4300 www.co.union.nc.us American Red Cross of Union County A non-profit humanitarian organization that helps residents of Union and Anson Counties prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.

608 E. Franklin St., Monroe, NC 28112 .............................. 704-283-7402 www.unioncountyredcross.org Hospice Services of Western Union County Provides medical, psychological, and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their loved ones.

703 W. South Main St., Suite D, Waxhaw ........................... 704-292-2100 www.houc.org HealthQuest HealthQuest is a licensed non-profit pharmacy that provides free prescriptions to residents of Union, Anson, Stanly, Lancaster and Chesterfield counties who cannot afford prescriptions for their chronic medical conditions.

415 E. Franklin St., Monroe NC 28112 ............................... 704-226-2050 www.healthquestpharmacy.org

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Area Schools Waxhaw schools are alive with excitement.

With enthusiastic teachers, innovative administrators and a community that provides outstanding support, Waxhaw offers an excellent educational experience to the children of the community.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS >>>

The Union County Public School system serves the sixteenth fastest growing county in the United States. Consequently the Union County Schools leads the state in student enrollment growth.

New Town Elementary 1100 Waxhaw-Indian Trail Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1525 newtown.ucps.k12.nc.us

Those in Waxhaw who wish to continue their education after high school are fortunate to have an abundance of excellent institutions close to home. These include Wingate University, South Piedmont Community College, Central Piedmont Community College, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Queens University, Johnson & Wales University, Pfeiffer University, Johnson C. Smith University, and many more. All of which can be reached within a short drive from Waxhaw.

Union County Public Schools 500 N. Main Street • Suite 700 Monroe, NC 28112 Phone: 704-283-3733 www.ucps.k12.nc.us

Kensington Elementary 8701 Kensington Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1500 kees.ucps.k12.nc.us

Western Union Elementary 4111 Western Union School Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704- 843-2153 wues.ucps.k12.nc.us Wingate Elementary 301 Bivens Street Wingate, NC 28174 Phone: 704-233-4045 wges.ucps.k12.nc.us MIDDLE SCHOOLS >>>

Rea View Elementary 320 Reid Dairy Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1524 reaview.ucps.k12.nc.us

Cuthbertson Middle 1520 Cuthbertson Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-296-0107 cms.ucps.k12.nc.us

Sandy Ridge Elementary 10101 Waxhaw Manor Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1505 sres.ucps.k12.nc.us

Marvin Ridge Middle 2831 Crane Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1510 mrms.ucps.k12.nc.us

Waxhaw Elementary 1101 Old Providence Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1590 wxes.ucps.k12.nc.us

Parkwood Middle 3219 Parkwood School Road Monroe, NC 28112 Phone: 704-764-2910 pwms.ucps.k12.nc.us

Weddington Elementary 3927 Twelve Mile Creek Road Matthews, NC 28104 Phone: 704-849-7238 wdes.ucps.k12.nc.us

South Providence Middle 500 South Providence Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1580 sps.ucps.k12.nc.us

Wesley Chapel Elementary 110 Potter Road South Monroe, NC 28110 Phone: 704-296-3081 wces.ucps.k12.nc.us

Sun Valley Middle 1409 Wesley Chapel Road Indian Trail, NC 28079 Phone: 704-296-3009 svms.ucps.k12.nc.us

HIGH SCHOOLS >>> Cuthbertson High 1400 Cuthbertson Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-296-0105 chs.ucps.k12.nc.us Marvin Ridge High 2825 Crane Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1520 mrhs.ucps.k12.nc.us Parkwood High 3220 Parkwood School Road Monroe, NC 28112 Phone: 704-764-2900 pwhs.ucps.k12.nc.us Weddington High 4901 Monroe Weddington Road Matthews, NC 28104 Phone: 704-708-5530 wdhs.ucps.k12.nc.us

SPECIAL PURPOSE SCHOOL >>> South Providence 500 S. Providence Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Phone: 704-290-1580 sps.ucps.k12.nc.us

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Organizations/Groups Waxhaw is home to a number of clubs and organizations through which residents can volunteer their time, skills and resources – all for the betterment of the community.

American Legion Post 208 801 E. South Main Street, Waxhaw ....... 704-843-2202 American Red Cross of Union County 608 E. Franklin Street, Monroe ............. 704-283-7402 www.unioncountyredcross.org Angel Food Ministries at Waxhaw Bible Church 6810 Pleasant Grove Rd., Waxhaw ....... 704-843-4514 www.waxhawbiblechurch.org Autism Society of NC - Union County Chapter 801 E. South Main Street, Waxhaw ....... 704-843-2202 www.unioncountyredcross.org Literacy Council of Union County 105 E Jefferson St # A, Monroe ............. 704-226-1425 www.literacyunion.org Masonic Lodge 562 120 W. North Main Street, Waxhaw ...... 704-843-5537

O U R S E RV I C E S

• Bathing • Microchipping • Dietary Counseling

Turning Point of Union County PO Box 952, Monroe ............................ 704-283-9150 Crisis Hotline ....................................... 704-283-7233 unioncountyturningpoint.org

Waxhaw Business Association PO Box 540, Waxhaw .......................... 704-264-4941

Union County Chamber of Commerce 903 Skyway Drive, Monroe ................... 704-289-4567 www.unioncountycoc.com Union County Community Arts 120 North Main Street, Monroe ............ 704-283-2784 www.unionarts.org Union County Habitat for Humanity 2520 W. Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe .......... 704-296-9414 www.unionhabitat.org

Waxhaw Lions Club PO Box 512, Waxhaw .......................... 704-843-5537 or 704-634-1761 waxhawnc.lionwap.org Waxhaw-Weddington Sunrise Rotary Club PO Box 754, Waxhaw ........................... 704-618-8087 www.wwsrotaryclub.org Waxhaw Woman’s Club 200 East South Main Street, Waxhaw ... 704-843-0745 waxhawwomansclub.org

Union County Lupus Support Group Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church 8600 Potter Rd, Weddington ................ 704-716-5640 www.lupuslinks.org United Way of Central Carolinas 102 E. Franklin Street, Monroe ............. 704-283-1537 www.uwcentralcarolinas.org

Photo by Nancy McCoy Duncan

is a well-established, full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care.

• Surgery

• Laser Treatments

Waxhaw Athletic Association 3525 Sandberry Drive Waxhaw ............ 704-844-2241 www.waxhawathletics.org

Providence Veterinary Associates

• Preventative Health

• Dentistry

Nutrition For The Elderly 5915 Old Waxhaw-Monroe Rd., Mineral Springs ............................................................ 704-283-3712

The Doctors and Staff at Providence Veterinary Associates in the Shops at Piper Glen are excited to announce the opening of our second location on Providence Road South in Waxhaw.

You will receive the same courteous, friendly and professional service you have come to know at our Piper Glen location. You will enjoy seeing many familiar, friendly faces as well as a few new faces including our newest staff veterinarian: Dr. Patty Bobenhouse!

• Individualized Flea/Parasite Control Programs

Please stop by to meet Dr. Bobenhouse, or come by for a tour of our new facility!

We think you’ll enjoy the ample parking as well!

HOURS Mon-Thurs 7:30am-6:00pm Friday 7:30am-5:30pm Saturday 8:00am-11:00am

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Waxhaw Animal Control Ptl. Holly Thomas is the new Animal Control Officer for Waxhaw. Her job duties will include everything from responding to animal disturbances to removing abused pets from homes. She will meet with local pet owners and speak with concerned citizens.

Ptl. Thomas will strive to promote the safe treatment of animals, and protect those community members who cannot speak for themselves. She will try to educate people about animal rights and protection services offered.

Beginning July 1, 2012, All dogs will be required to be licensed by the town on an annual or multi-year basis.

Upon licensing an animal, the owner must show proof that the animal is current on rabies vaccinations and has been spayed and/or neutered by a licensed veterinarian.

For more information regarding the local Animal Control Ordinance call 704-843-0353 or go to: www.waxhaw.com

Union County Animal Services 3340 Presson Road Monroe, NC 28112 704-283-2308 sheriff.co.union.nc.us/animalctrl.aspx Monday - Friday: 8:00 pm - 5:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed Animal Services officers are Deputy Sheriffs that are assigned to the Bureau of Animal Services. These officers enforce North Carolina state law and Union County animal control ordinances. Services include stray pick ups, animal abandonment, animal cruelty, neglect, dog and cat bites, rabies law, dangerous dog investigations and nuisance calls.

The Animal Services Bureau also operates the animal adoption service located at the UC Animal Shelter.

Operation hours for adoptions are 1:00pm to 5:00pm Monday - Friday, and 10:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday. For questions concerning adoptions, please call 704-283-8303.

Reporting Found and Missing Pets To report a missing pet you can email janethreatt@co.union.nc.us or FAX 704-283-3599.

Please include all descriptive information of the animal, where & when the pet was last seen and any other information concerning its disappearance.

Humane Society of Union County .............................. 704-283-9126 Waxhaw â&#x20AC;˘ North Carolina

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Post Office

Voter Registration 316-B Windsor St. E • Monroe, NC 28112 704-283-3809 • Fax: 704-282-1083 www.co.union.nc.us

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1106 Monroe, NC 28111

Questions about: Campaign Finance ............................................................... 704-283-3710 Voter Registration ................................................................ 704-283-3633 Absentee Voting ................................................................... 704-283-3864 All Other Questions .............................................................. 704-283-3809

524 N. Broome Street • Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-2138 • 1-800-ASK-USPS www.usps.com

New residents may register to vote at the Union County Courthouse, North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (if conducting other transaction), any town hall, library branch, post office or high school in Union County.

You can also register online. at www.co.union.nc.us

Worship Waxhaw is proud of its diverse religious community, which is well represented by more than 40 houses of worship. These congregations serve the area’s needs for diversity in faith and practice, with most meeting regularly for worship services.

Mighty Fortress Church 6012 Brady Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1470

St. Margaret’s Episcopal 8515 Rea Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-3523

Hermon Baptist Church 9713 Lancaster Hwy. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4924

Mineral Springs United Methodist Church 4617 Pleasant Grove Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3189

Tirzah Presbyterian Church 7507 Tirzah Church Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2893

Howie Baptist Church 6401 Howie Mine Church Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4228

Mount Nebo Baptist Church 700 Miller Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4122

Union United Methodist Church 6315 New Town Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1603

Immanuel Baptist Church 9112 Lancaster Hwy. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1159

Mount Pisgah Baptist Hwy. 16 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4530

Union United Methodist 6315 New Town Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1603

Kink Memorial Baptist Church 701 E. Main St. (Hwy. 75) Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5251

New Town Road Community Church 7513 Broomes Old Mill Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3610

Walkersville Presbyterian 6204 Brady Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3612

Liberty Hill Baptist Church 520 Billy Howey Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5906

New Unity AME Zion Church 7709 Providence Rd. South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3835

Little Zion AME Zion Church 3820 New Town Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-292-1536

Oak Grove Baptist Church 4013 New Town Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-283-6419

Marvin AME Zion Church 1525 Crane Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3611

Piney Grove Baptist Church 6712 Sims Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5100

Gospel Way Baptist Church 7310 Tirzah Church Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0664

Marvin United Methodist 9914 New Town Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-4293

Real Life 216 W. North Main St. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-7120

Grace Community Church Cuthbertson High School 1400 Cuthbertson Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-321-9389

Mary Elizabeth Baptist 5007 Tom Starnes Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0888

Rehobeth Presbyterian 5919 Rehobeth Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1299

Amazing Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 416 W. North Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-7411

Faith Soldiers Word Ministries 5017 Waxhaw-Marvin Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-567-2128

Banks Pesbyterian 10012 New Town Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-6705

First Baptist Church 348 Providence S. Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-846-6770

Bethlehem United Methodist Church 5300 Nesbit Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-764-3602

First United Presbyterian 7700 Waxhaw Hwy. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4774

Blessed Hope Baptist Church 3607 Andrew Jackson Dr. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2553 Bonds Grove United Methodist Church 8215 Bonds Grove Church Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5231 Center Grove Freewill Baptist Church 600 Northwest Main St. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-2431 Ebenezer AME Zion Church 6308 Providence Rd. South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5992 Faith Community Church 701 Howie Mine Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2085

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Five Stones Church Cuthbertson Middle School 1520 Cuthbertson Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-0655 Gentle Shepherd Assembly of God 3512 Providence Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0938 Glenstone Chapel Marvin Ridge High School 2825 Crane Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-644-8942

Grace Covenant Community Church 8923 Waltham Forest Ct. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-321-9389

Waxhaw Baptist Church 8213 Old Waxhaw-Monroe Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4822 Waxhaw Bible Church 6810 Pleasant Grove Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4514 Waxhaw Presbyterian 8100 Old Waxhaw-Monroe Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5577 Waxhaw United Methodist Church 200 McDonald St. ph: 704-843-3931 Wesley Chapel AME Zion Church 512 Howie Mine Rd. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4328

Drivers License & Registration Driver's License Office 3122 US 74 West • Monroe, NC 28110 ................................... 704-283-4264

NC Motor Vehicle License Plate Agency 622E W. Roosevelt Blvd. • Monroe, NC 28110 ....................... 704-283-4113

APPS Accounting and Payroll Processing Services

• New residents are required to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing permanent residence.

• To apply, you must appear in person at one of the state’s driver license offices and take the required tests.

• If you have moved to the area from another North Carolina county, you have 60 days to get another license with your new address.

• New residents must also register their vehicle(s) before the reciprocity agreement between North Carolina and your former state expires (usually 30 days).

Keeping you straight ACCOUNTING • PAYROLL QUICKBOOKS • ACCTS RECEIVABLE & PAYABLES ADMINISTRATIVE & ORGANIZATIONAL SERVICES

400 East South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 Ph: 704-843-5081 Email: yourcpa2@gmail.com

• To register your vehicle, you must apply in person at a license plate agency and present your title and a valid registration card from your former state.

• You must also obtain a vehicle safety inspection within 10 days of receiving your NC License Plate.

Inspection is required annually.

For more information go to: www.ncdot.org/DMV

info for travelers Seat belts are mandatory for drivers and passengers to wear at all times.

Motorists are required to use headlights when using their windshield wipers in inclement weather.

Cell phone use by drivers younger than 18 is prohibited except in an emergency or talking to a parent or spouse.

Motorcyclists must always wear helmets and use headlights.

It is illegal to pass a stopped school bus.

Landfills/Recycling

FULL AUTO BODY COLLISION REPAIR OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE 24 HOUR WRECKER SERVICE

704-243-2825 4417 Helms Road • Waxhaw, NC 28173 Fax: 704-243-3162

www.southerncollisioncenter.com

Locations

Landfill Office ................................................................... 704-233-5334 Recycling ......................................................................... 704-233-9289 Litter Control .................................................................... 704-296-4210

Union County Landfill 2125 Austin Chaney R Wingate NC 28174

Piedmont Collection Site 3005 Love Mill Rd Monroe NC 28110

Union County Public Works owns and operates a construction & demolition landfill, and a solid waste transfer station located at 2125 Austin Chaney Road. For the convenience of County residents Public Works also operates six Satellite Collection Container Sites located in various locations throughout the County. The six satellite collection container sites throughout Union County. Sites are generally open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7:00am to 7:00pm. Facilities are set up to accept bagged household garbage only (other items must be brought to the main landfill) and the following recyclable materials. Cost is 25¢ per bag for garbage.

Recyclables and used motor oil (where accepted) are free of charge.

Armfield Mill Collection Site 5109 Armfield Mill Rd Monroe NC 28112

Sun Valley Collection Site 1407 Wesley Chapel Rd Indian Trail NC

New Salem Collection Site 7910 Hwy 218 Marshville NC 28103

White Store Collection Site 4517 White Store Rd Marshville NC 28103

Parkwood Collection Site 3214 Parkwood School Rd Monroe NC 28112

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Directory of Services * Indicates Member of Waxhaw Business Association Bold Listing Indicates Participating Advertiser In This Publication

Accountants

Attorneys

*APPS Accounting and Payroll Processing Services 400 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5081

*The Fitzgerald Dwyer Law Firm, P.C. (pg. 13) 101 S. Main Street P.O. Box 8 Monroe, NC 28111 3105 Julian Glen Circle Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-296-9000 ph: 704-900-9727 www.f-dlaw.com

*Bookkeeping Solutions Unlimited 8003 Morehouse Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5922 www.bsu247.com

Auto Repair, Parts, Tires

*Charlotte A. Springer, CPA, P.A. (pg. 13) 400 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28143 ph: 704-843-5081

*Henn Automotive, Inc. 1152 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-243-2540 www.hennautomotive.com

6519 Ciscayne Place Charlotte, NC 28211 ph: 704-366-5846

*Hook Tire & Service (pg. 6) 120 W. Waxhaw Pkwy.

Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3900 www.hooktire.com

*Patricia P. Belcourt, CPA, P.A. P.O. Box 557 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2901 www.pbelcourtcpa.com

Antiques *AAA Appraisal Company, Inc. P.O. Box 384 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4033 www.charlotteantiqueappraiser.com Antiques on Main (pg. 17) 103 N. Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-3203 *The Antique Clock Shop 202 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4120 www.waxhawantiqueclockshop.com *Waxhaw Antique Mart (pg. 16) 101 S. Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-2223 www.waxhawantiquemart.com

Art Galleries / Museums Eight Legs Gallery (pg. 11) Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1662 www.eightlegsartgallery.com Stewarts Village Gallery (pg. 17) 116 McDonald Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5638 www.stewartsvillagegallery.com

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NAPA Auto Parts (pg. 19) 3919-D Providence Road South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2937 www.napaonline.com *S&S Trailer Sales And Service (pg. 9) 4407 Helms Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0181 ph:704-843-8477 *Southern Collision Center (pg. 29) 4417 Helms Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-2825 www.southerncollisioncenter.com *Summerfield Auto Service, Inc. (pg. 7) 601 N. Broome Street (Hwy. 16) Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1288 www.summerfieldautoservice.com

Banks/Financial Services

*Stonebridge Financial Group, LLC 400 N. Broome Street Ste. 400 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-5420 *SunTrust 8109 Kensington Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5002 www.suntrust.com *Terry Haines Financial Services, Inc. 101B S. Church Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4140

Building/Construction/ Development *Barbee Concrete, Inc. 7510 Big Buck Trail Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5212 ph: 704-619-6966 www.barbeeconcreteinc.com *Cox Schepp Construction 2410 Dunavant Street Charlotte, NC 28203 ph: 704-400-5292 www.coxschepp.com *Equity Builders P.O. Box 368 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-534-7863 ph: 704-574-5065 *Hrivnak Construction P.O. Box 1380 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-7876 www.hcinc.biz *Kinterra Group, LLC 7708 Farmbrook Dr. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4860 www.kinterra.net

Business Support

Child Care/Education

*AdviCoach 1221 Waynewood Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1077 www.advicoach.com\dfeldman

*Waxhaw United Methodist Church Weekday Children’s Ministry 200 McDonald Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1737 www.waxhaumc.org

*Business Partners of NC, SLD Unlimited 409 Wingfoot Drrive Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0731 www.businesspartner.com/sdonohue *Creative Plus 500 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5040 www.creativeplus.com/waxhaw *Chrono-Tek Company, Inc. P.O. Box 1016 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 800-586-2945 www.chronotek.net *Client Linker P.O. Box 1322 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-4635 www.clientlinker.com *Clearly Carolina Water & Coffee 829 Davidson Drive NW Concord, NC 28025 ph: 704.788.2216 www.clearlycarolina.com *Cygnet USA, Inc. 2807 Valley Farm Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4000 ph: 980-322-9155

Events *Charlotte Steeplechase Association, Inc. 6103 Waxhaw Hwy. Mineral Springs, NC 28108 ph: 704-843-7070 www.queenscup.org

Health/Fitness/Sports *Massage At The Cabin & Kagen Water 6500 Rehobeth Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-502-5456 www.massageatthecabin.com *Mind, Body, Spirit, Nu (Hypnotherapy) 6026 Rehobeth Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5594 *Snap Fitness 3913 Providence Road South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-2935 www.snapfitness.com/waxhawnc *The Orchard Group 5083 Old Church Road Lancaster, SC 29720 ph: 803-313-2226

Home Services

*James Baker Design 3513 Sandberry Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-604-2352 www.jamesbakerdesign.com

*ADT Security Services 2530 Whitehall Park Charlotte, NC 28273 ph: 704-200-3253 www.adt.com

*Red House Media, Inc. 10015 Lancaster Hwy. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-0743 www.red-house-media.com

*Asia America Corp.

401-B East South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-9292 www.asiaamericacorp.com

*BB&T 520 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2166 www.bbt.com

*LiveWell Homes 7923 Prescot Glen Pkwy.

Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 803-371-0338 www.livewellhomes.net

*Sparq Solutions 8208 Poplar Grove Circle Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph:704-243-1240 www.sparqsolutions.net

*Hutchison Home Repair 757 Ethel Drive Lancaster, SC 29720 ph: 803-554-6526 www.homerepairpro.biz

*Carolina Premier Wealth Management 13024 Ballantyne Corp. Place Charlotte, NC 28277 ph: 704-841-2403

MillBridge (pg. 3) Millbridge Pkwy Waxhaw, NC 28173 www.facebook.com/MillBridgeNC

*The Biz Well Corporation 159 Pitts School Rd. NW Concord, NC 28027 ph: 704-763-4087 www.gobizwell.com

*Outdoor Vinyl 199 N. High Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-506-6505

*Citizens South Bank P.O. Box 78438 Charlotte, NC 28271 ph: 704-770-1567 www.citizenssouth.com

*Sage Homes, Inc. 7937 Winghaven Drive Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1800 www.livewellhomes.net

*Top Ten Promotions, LLC 8708 Ellis Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-575-0544 www.toptenllc.com

Insurance Services *Aflac P.O. Box 3028 Indian Trail, NC 28079 ph: 704-361-0070 www.aflac.com

*Greg Kemp Insurance Agency (pg. 13) 1526 Providence Rd. S, Ste. 160 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5202 www.allstateagencies.com/ gregkemp/welcome

Weddington Family Medicine (pg. 23) 1928 Weddington Road Weddington, NC 28104 ph: 704-667-3500 www.weddingtonfamilymedicine.org

*Medallion Insurance Services 11220 Elm Lane, Suite 207 Charlotte, NC 28277 ph: 704-256-6000 www.medallioninsurance.com

*American Legion Auxiliary P.O. Box 775 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2544 www.legion.org

*MetLife (pg. 9) 101 W. South Main Street Suite 7B Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1133 www.stuartrimmer.metlife.com

*Autism Society of NC Union County Chapter 5118 Friendly Baptist Church Road Indian Trail, NC 28079 ph: 704-562-5645 www.unioncounty-autism.com

*Waxhaw Insurance Agency, Inc. 616 N. Broome Street Weddington, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2197 www.WaxhawInsurance.net

*McNeely Farms Equestrian Center (Inside Front Cover) 6221 McNeely Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph:704-843-2591 ph: 704-243-1762

Medical/Dental *Carolinas Chiropractic And Spinal Rehab (pg. 19 & 23) 101 Waxhaw Professional Park Dr. Suite E Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1010 www.carolinaschiropractic.com *CMC - Waxhaw (pg. 22) 2700 Providence Road South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-667-6800 www.cmc-waxhaw.org Home Instead Senior Care (pg. 24) 118 East Franklin Street Monroe, NC 28112 ph: 704-296-5070 ph: 1-800 HOME CARE www.homeinstead.com/northcarolina/Pages/Home.aspx Robinson Orthodontics (Back Cover) 2514 Cuthbertson Road #C Waxhaw, NC 28173 5831 Phyliss Lane Mint Hill, NC 28227 ph: 704-573-3331 www.robinsonsmiles.com *Waxhaw Family Physicians & Sports Medicine Center (pg. 24) 3614 Providence Rd., Suite 200 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-384-8640 www.waxhawfamilyphysicians.com

Miscellaneous

*The Storefront Theatre P.O. Box 1203 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-7283 www.thestorefronttheatre.org *The Waxhaw Exchange P.O. Box 5040 Monroe, NC 28111 ph: 704-261-2200 enquirerjournal.com *Town of Waxhaw (Inside Back Cover) PO Box 6 317 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-2195 www.waxhaw.com *Turning Point P.O. Box 852 Monroe, NC 28111 ph: 704-283-9150 www.turntoday.net *Union County Chamber of Commerce (Main Office) 903 Skyway Drive Monroe, NC 28211 ph: 704-289-4567 (Satellite Office) 316 North Broome Street Waxhaw NC 28173 www.unioncountycoc.com *Union County Music Together 201 W. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-698-0041 www.ucmusictogether.com

*Waxhaw Athletic Association PO Box 441 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-844-2241 www.waxhawathletics.org *Waxhaw Community Volunteer Fire Department PO Box 1258 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4001 www.waxhawvfd.org

*William Reule & Associates 1021 Cutherbertson Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-2500

Religious Organizations

*Bike Depot (pg. 18) 122 W. North Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-256-4126 www.bikedepotwxw.com

*JAARS, Inc. P.O. Box 248 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 800-890-0628 www.jaars.org

*Custom Ice Skating Apparel & Antiques 4518 Rockwood Dr. Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-225-3871

*Waxhaw Woman’s Club 200 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-5994 waxhawwomansclub.org

*The Seed Company 400 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-562-6789 www.theseedcompany.org

*Designer Consigner (pg. 8) 400 N. Broome Street, Suite 200 Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-2109 www.designerconsignernc.com

Pet Services

Retirement Community

*Mikulsky’s Pet Bed & Breakfast 312 Yamasee Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-771-9828 ph: 704-843-4176

*White Oak Manor of Waxhaw 700 Howie Mine Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-7640 www.whiteoakmanor.com/sites/ north-carolina-waxhaw/home/

Divine Custom Frame (pg. 11) Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-1662 www.eightlegsartgallery.com

*Monroe Low Cost Spay/ Neuter Clinic 4015 Waxhaw Highway (Hwy. 75) Monroe, NC 28112 704-292-SPAY (7729) Providence Veterinary Associates (pg. 26) 3520 Providence Road S. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0208 3520 Providence Road S. Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0208 www.providenceveterinaryassociates.com Reigning Cats & Dogs Pet Boutique (pg. 27) 700 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1946 Monroe Crossing Mall Hwy, 74 - Monroe, NC 704-226-0626 www.rcandd.com Waxhaw Animal Hospital (pg. 27) 601 N. Church Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-2269 www.waxhawanimalhospital.com

Real Estate *United Country Blue Ribbon Realtors (pg. 11) 316 N. Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-264-4941 ph: 877-741-4941 www.waxhawinfocenter.com *Re3 Properties, LLC 6611 Providence Rd. South Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-254-9474 www.re3.us

Restaurants *Bojangles 1325 North Broome Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1554 www.bojangles.com *Burger King 4005 Providence Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-1397 www.bk.com *Fox’s Pizza Den 407 E. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-1439 www.carolinafoxs.com *Main Street Grill 201 West South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-4224 *Mamma Lena's Restaurant 116 N. Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 704-843-1988 www.mammalenas.com *Rippingtons Restaurant & Catering 109 W. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-4806 www.rippingtonswaxhaw.com

*Dream Dinners (pg. 19) 3909-E Providence Rd. South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-3063 www.dreamdinners.com *Gary Forte Woodworking, Inc. (pg. 11) 1424 Forest Lane Monroe, NC 28112 ph: 704-780-0095 www.garyfortewoodworking.com www.etsy.com/shop/bluefalconcrafts *Gigi Fashion For Women and Children (pg. 17) 201 W. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-243-3338 www.facebook.com/GigiWaxhaw Kim’s Curtains Interiors & Blinds (pg. 19) 3913-E Providence Rd. South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-708-9368 *Mills Cleaners 3901 S. Providence Road Waxhaw, NC 28173 Ph: 704-243-3294 www.millscleaners.com *Sweet Repeats (pg. 8 & 19) 3905-C Providence Rd. South Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-0185 www.sweetrepeatswaxhaw.com

Specialty Shops/Businesses *Bella Dimora Furnishings, Inc. 105 W. South Main Street Waxhaw, NC 28173 ph: 704-843-9540 www.belladimorainc.com

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Waxhaw â&#x20AC;˘ North Carolina

One visit to this quaint, historic town located in Union County, NC with close proximity to the Charlotte area and South Carolina and you’ll see why people are deciding to call this place home.

Though small, the town exudes personality. When you come here, it's like going back to an easier time, and the residents are doing their best to make sure that's preserved. Waxhaw’s uniqueness is defined by its diverse character of antique stores, boutiques, museums, restaurants, scenic horse farms and a downtown district listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Our year-round mild climate allows you to enjoy an abundance of outdoor recreation choices and numerous fun-filled local festivals and events throughout the year.

So take off your shoes, prop your feet up and stay for a while...we know you’ll love it here!

PROUD OF OUR PAST...PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR FUTURE

Waxhaw Town Hall P.O. Box 6 • 317 N. Broome Street • Waxhaw, NC 28173 Office: 704-843-2195 • Fax: 704-843-2196 www.waxhaw.com

Dr. Wesley Robinson, DMD, PA Specialist in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

Waxhaw Location: 2514 Cuthbertson Road # C | Waxhaw, NC 28173 Mint Hill Location: 5831 Phyliss Lane | Mint Hill, NC 28227 704-573-3331 â&#x20AC;˘ www.robinsonsmiles.com