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6 Three Simple Steps Every Small Business Owner Can Take To Make More Money 8 Letter from the Editor 10 A Few Minutes Spent with John Wait, Mayor of Clemmons, North Carolina 12 Meet Dana & Lana: The Faces of Hospitality in Clemmons 16 Relocating to Clemmons 18 Local Sports Venues 20 What’s Ahead in 2019 22 Small Town USA 24 Make This Your Year to be Loyal to Local 26 A Day in the Life of a Fire Fighter 28 Top 10 Fitness Tips 30 A Dog’s Life in Clemmons, Doesn’tNC… Get Much Better! 32 Clemmons FoundationCommunity 34 Clemmons Rotary Club 36 Maintaining the Beauti of Our Communitycation 38 Not Your Typical Outing for Singles & Young Adults in Forsyth County 40 20 Community Outreach Ideas to Make a Difference in your Community 42 2019 BoardChamberLewisville-Clemmonsof CommerceofDirectors 44 – 49 MemberChamberLewisville-ClemmonsofCommerceDirectory 50 The 10th Clemmons Community DayAnnual 52 Checkout the Clemmons Branch Library 54 The Secret of Student Success 56 Goodnight Moon & Other Books to Read with Your Children 58 The Community of the Church & The Impact of Our Spiritual Gifts 60 Triad Moms on Main: A Resource for all Parents of the Piedmont 62 Seven Parenting Hacks to Make Life a Little Easier 64 Getting Creative in Clemmons 66 Arts & Entertainment in Clemmons 68 The Ultimate Clemmons Checklist 70 Work it Out: Fitness & Wellness Centers in Clemmons, NC 72 Recipes 74 Creating the Family Budget in Seven Simple Steps 76 Clemmons Farmers Market: Eight Good Reasons Why You Should Shop at Your Local Farmers Market 78 The Winter of Clemmons, NCWonderland 80 Village of Clemmons Year at a Glance In This Issue 4 | ForsythMags.com

BY TARYN JEREZ

#2 EXCHANGE & BARTER FOR BUSINESS RESOURCES

When it comes down to it, small businesses have a lot on their plates at any given time. The rst few years of being a small business owner, I realized my secret weapon wasn’t my degree or my experience, it was being organized! Do yourself a favor and start making to-do lists, keeping a weekly planner, and setting goals because when you are organized, you are empowered to be a better business owner. Staying on top of your schedule and having a strategy will help you feel more focused and be able to concentrate on customers and clients. It can also help you to avoid making mistakes and overlooking things which can really hurt your business, especially if you are rst starting out. Remember –as your business evolves, and new things arise, you’ll want to schedule some time each week to stay on top of your game and keep everything organized and fresh!

The small business world is so incredibly connected and collaborative. You just have to nd your people and put yourself out there! If you are at a time in your business where you feel there are resources that you’re needing and don’t know where to turn or what you can afford, never be afraid to reach out. So many people attend networking events but never truly grasp the real concept of networking: building relationships you can lean on in your business. If you need a logo design, see if a graphic designer is interested in providing their services in exchange for yours. Wish you had a certain piece of software or equipment in your of ce? Find out if you can borrow it from another entrepreneur or nd out if you could barter with the company in exchange for something else. Just remember not to take advantage of someone’s generosity and willingness to partner, and always show gratefulness!

#3 FOCUS ON THE BIG PICTURE

#1 GET YESTERDAY!ORGANIZED,

More than likely you are juggling several different responsibilities in your business and have come to the conclusion that no matter what job title you have, it will never represent everything you actually do. That’s because most of us are busy being all things to all people, nearly all the time!

Three Simple Steps Every Small Business Owner Can Take to Make More Money (Without Spending a Dime!)

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Anyone and everyone who has ever started a small business knows that you have to spend money to make money. Where it gets hard is when you don’t really have any money to spend in the rst place. Does that mean, that I’mOfdream“making money”wholeis out?coursenot!abigbeliever in spending as little as possible regardless of where you are in your because,businesslet’sface it, every dollar counts. Think outside the box! When it comes to growing your business, know that there are plenty of free things to do to get more money in your pockets.

Step back from things for a short time to take in where your energy ows best, what your customers’ needs are, and where the highest income opportunities in your business emerge, and go from there. When you take time to hone in on where your time is best spent it will gear you towards the things that bring in the most money for your business. Get focused and give yourself permission to reevaluate a few times per year as things build momentum!

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Dum-da-da-dum! It’s the 2019 issue of Forsyth Community – the magazine where we celebrate life, work, and play in the Village of Clemmons! This is our 5th issue, and I continue to be amazed. Clemmons is such a remarkable community, and there’s always something to talk about... something to celebrate... and something to do! It’s a wonderful place to live and work, and it’s an honor to bring you another edition of this multi-faceted Aspublication.youmay or may not know, Forsyth Community is an annual publication and is the fourth title in the Forsyth Magazines family (the other titles being Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family, both of which are published monthly; and Forsyth Woman Engaged! which is our twice a year wedding magazine). All of our magazines embrace what is unique to the Triad, but Forsyth Community is just a little more concentrated on Clemmons. This magazine serves multiple purposes: a community resource guide for residents of Clemmons; a relocation guide for those who are moving to the area; and a visitor’s guide to those who are just passing through. Whichever category you fall in, we’re just glad you’re reading! Thank you for choosing Forsyth Community!

On behalf of our team, thank you for choosing Forsyth Community! We hope you love this magazine and nd a ton of helpful information for you to use in the new year! This magazine is brought to you by the support of the Village of Clemmons, the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce, and of course, our advertising partners! Happy reading!

A Minutes Spent with John Wait, Mayor of Clemmons, North Carolina

It’s one thing to want to make a difference in your community, but it’s another to step up and become involved. For John Wait, local attorney, he saw a need in Clemmons and decided to run for mayor. As a husband to Claire and a father to Eliott, 11, Carter 9, Isaiah 5, and Avery 4, John’s schedule is full with his career and home life, yet he wanted to make a difference in our community.

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BY CAROLYN S. PETERSON

In the Village of Clemmons, the mayor does not vote on most issues, but the role is still signi cant. “I believe my most important job is to make sure our decision makers, the Council, are supported and informed about the needs and concerns of the community. I think I have done a good job of doing that, which I would consider my main accomplishment. I also believe I have done a good job of making sure every citizen complaint or concern is addressed to the best of the Village’s ability—even if Clemmons does not have the direct ability to solve the problem. The Council and I take advocacy very seriously, and I believe we have done a good job making sure that our citizens are heard in issues both large and small,” stated John. When John looks to the future of Clemmons, he has de nite areas he believes need to be addressed. “I want our community to continue being the future of Forsyth County. To do that, I think we need to continue to focus on our traf c issues, improve our pedestrian and recreational experiences, and maintain our low cost of living and tax rate,” John said.

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John and his family moved to Clemmons in 2010, and he became mayor last November after he became concerned about several issues. “I was initially interested in running for mayor when I felt the traf c issues in our village were not being thoughtfully and urgently addressed. After I began researching what previous councilmembers were doing, however, I added the issues of transparency, advocacy for our community with outside government agencies, and sidewalks and greenways. I have been working with our current Council on all these issues and more since being elected,” said John. Right now Clemmons is the fastest growing community in Forsyth County, which presents several concerns. “I believe my biggest challenge is making sure that our community maintains the feel of a village, while also making sure that we do not think or plan like a small town. We are a village of about 20,000 people and managing a community that size takes time, dedication, and long-term planning,” John commented.

Please visit Clemmons.org for a full menu of government resources! Mayor: John jwait@clemmons.orgWait EMERGENCIES 9-1-1 for emergencies Sheri ’s O ce: Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough Jr. Non-Emergency: Co.Forsyth.NC.US/Sheriff/336.727.2112 Fire Department: Non-Emergency: ClemmonsFD.com336.766.4114 Stormwater Issues 3800 Dillon Industrial Drive Clemmons, NC 27012 To336.766.9170reportastorm water issue, call the hotline at 336.712.4028 VILLAGE OFFICES Public Works (Services include: Street maintenance, trash collection, recycling, inspection services, landscaping and arborist activities, street lights out, snow removal, holiday decorations and emergency management.) 3800 Dillon Industrial Drive Clemmons, NC 27012 For336.766.9170aPublicWorks Emergency after hours, choose option 1. Planning Department Village Hall 3715 Clemmons Road Clemmons, NC 27012 336.766.7511 Village Hall 3715 Clemmons Road Clemmons, NC 27012 336.766.7511 Water & Sewer Contracted 336.727.8000Out New Resident Welcome Pack Village Hall 3715 Clemmons Road Clemmons, NC 27012 336.766.7511 Clemmons Branch Library 3554 Clemmons Road Clemmons, NC 27012 336.703.2920 Clemmons US Post O ce 3630 Clemmons Road Clemmons, NC 27012 336.766.6671 Clemmons Events 336.766.7511 3RC Hazardous Waste Dump (paint, batteries, pesticides, pool chemicals, etc.) 1401 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27107 336.784.4300 Clemmons Resources Christopher (Chris) Wrights, Councilman cwrights@clemmons.org Pamela (PJ) Lo and, Councilwoman plo and@clemmons.org Michael Combest, Councilman mcombest@clemmons.org John Wait, Mayor jwait@clemmons.org Scott Binkley, Councilman sbinkley@clemmons.org Michelle Naomi Barson, Mayor Pro Tem mbarson@clemmons.org Forsyth Community 2019 | 11

As the owner of an independent property, Dana thrives on the opportunity to use her business to highlight all that Clemmons has to offer.

Village Inn Hotel & Event Center is an independent property, Lana and her team have great flexibility than a typical hotel chain. And armed with their great communication system and can-do attitudes, many happy clients have passed through their event space, and booked it again and again, knowing that every detail will be Lanahandled.isahard worker who isn’t afraid to roll her sleeves up and get it done. “I never ask our team to do anything I’m not willing to do myself,” said Lana. Her willing attitude is reflected in the loyalty of her staff where the average tenure is 16 years. Dana raves about Lana’s commitment, “She is all about a great experience that makes guests feel welcome.”

“I live in Clemmons, I work in Clemmons, and I know how special this community is. It’s such a privilege to use my business to positively impact our visitors’ experience in Clemmons, as well as local residents who choose to host their events at our property.”

The Village Inn Hotel & Event Center is a give-back kind of venue. Village Inn Hotel & Event Center sponsors special events on a monthly basis and has played both sponsor and host to special events such as Susan G. Komen’s Zumbathon as well as the No Limits II Dance. They have also hosted a silent auction for Make a Wish Foundation and worked with notable organizations such as Autism Speaks, Hispanic League, and HOPE of Winston-Salem. Whether you’re visiting, looking for a place for the in-laws to stay when they come to town, or trying to find a great space for a great event, consider Village Inn Hotel & Event Center. It’s a different take on shop small, shop local – and it definitely won’t disappoint. Village Inn Event Center is conveniently located at 6205 Ramada Drive in Clemmons. Call 336.766.9191 or 800.554.6416 or visit online at TheVillageInn.com. To book an event, contact Lana at Lana@ TheVillageInn.com. Be sure to “like” them on Facebook!

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“I love working with clients and listening to their vision for their events. From a corporate board meeting to a family reunion to a wedding – whatever it is, I am so excited that my job allows me to make wishes come Becausetrue.”

When it comes to hospitality, few people have the decades of experience of Dana Bryson and Lana Schlotfeldt. Collectively, they have over 45 years of experience in the hospitality industry, and as the faces of Village Inn Hotel & Event Center, Dana and Lana are trusted professionals who love welcoming guests to our community and showcasing all that Clemmons has to offer.

DANA & LANA: THE FACES OF HOSPITALITY IN CLEMMONS

MEET DANA Dana Bryson is a married mother of two who is armed with boundless energy, creative ideas, and who is passionate about local businesses. As the owner of Village Inn Hotel & Event Center, Dana has taken a career in hospitality to a new level.

MEET LANA Lana Schlotfeldt is known throughout Village Inn Hotel & Event Center as “The General.” A loving play on her title as General Manager, Lana knows the facility from the inside out. She has managed the property since 1995.

“Our property isn’t just about filling guest rooms. We are advocates for using the service of hospitality as a way to support other businesses,” said Dana. “We love utilizing the local businesses around us for the resources we need to make our business work. For instance, when we remodeled our property a few years ago, we worked with as many locally owned businesses as possible because we believe in the power of social economics.”

THE PARKER FAMILY Summer 2019 will mark two years since Phil and Linda Parker and their two boys (aged 7 and 5) left Orlando, Florida, and relocated to Clemmons, NC.

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Three Clemmons residents have offered to share their relocation stories!

BY DENISE HEIDEL Life in Clemmons is, in a word, idyllic. We have so many convenient amenities of a large community, combined with the charm of a small town. So it’s little wonder that the Village of Clemmons is thriving – a popular relocation destination for those who are moving to the Triad.

Clemmons has become home for the Fox family, and according to Lynette, they never plan to leave. They now have three sons aged 10, 7, and 20 months old. They continue to love the convenience and hometown feel of the Clemmons community.

THE FOX FAMILY Dave and Lynette Fox are from Rochester, New York, but 11 years ago, Dave’s job relocated him to Forsyth County.

“I actually grew up in Burlington, but I was working in Florida when I met my wife,” said Phil. “We spent the rst part of our marriage there before we relocated to the Triad for my job at RJ Reynolds.”

Phil’s colleagues highly recommended Clemmons as a great place to raise a family. The Parkers agreed. “Clemmons is such a family-friendly location,” said Phil. “We could not have asked for a better location. Our neighborhood is one of the greatest blessings, and we have great friends with kids around the same age. We are happy to be settled in a quiet and laid-back kind of Thecommunity.”Parkerfamily continues to enjoy the convenience to Winston-Salem, Charlotte, the mountains, and Tanglewood Park. Phil shared, “Clemmons is the perfect spot to enjoy everything NC has to offer! We have found our forever home, and we are so happy to raise our family here.”

“We didn’t know anyone,” shared Lynette. “It was a huge change for us to leave our family and friends in Rochester to move to the South, but our realtor was a huge help.”

The Fox family chose Clemmons because of the rural feel. The fact that the Village of Clemmons has a low crime-rate was also a factor.

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“We have a 29-year-old son who is married with a baby living in Connecticut and a 26-year-old daughter who is in Florida,” said Rebecca. “So we moved to Clemmons as empty-nesters, but our lives here have been anything but empty!”

A special thank you to the Fox, Parker, and Galloway families for sharing their stories with our readers. If you are considering relocating, consider Clemmons. The opportunities it affords make it a wonderful community to consider.

From the people to the food to all the NC experiences waiting to be discovered, the Galloways feel like they’ve come home in Clemmons.

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THE GALLOWAY FAMILY Rebecca and Steve Galloway are no strangers to relocation. They met in Lafayette, Louisiana, but have also lived in Connecticut and Florida. An investment in four local Dunkin’ Donuts locations brought them to NC.

The Galloways, along with their dog and two cats, moved to Clemmons in the spring of 2017 and they’ve quickly fallen in love with “Itthe community.issoeasyto get involved here,” said Rebecca. “We didn’t know anyone in Clemmons, but we chose our house because we loved it. However, little did I know how many bene ts would come from choosing Clemmons! This is such an amazing community – there is something for every age, and we love the centralized convenience of Clemmons. There is great shopping nearby and the convenience of the interstate helps us get to any of our four businesses very quickly.”

If you enjoy golfing, there are 16 golf courses within 20 miles of Clemmons that can challenge golfers at all levels. Several of these local courses have even hosted major tournaments. Enjoy a serene morning or afternoon in the picturesque North Carolina landscape while you hone your Clemmonsgame!and the surrounding areas have a little of everything, from indoor sports complexes and local gyms, to nationally recognized dance studios and even a new ax throwing facility called Tap That Axe. No matter where you choose to immerse yourself in the athletic scene of the Triad area, you know you have a lot of options! So, go ahead and get out there!

Even though Clemmons and the surrounding areas are relatively small cities when compared to places like Charlotte and Atlanta, that doesn’t mean there aren’t amazing facilities available for staying active. There are so many ways to get involved in athletics both as a participant as well as an observer throughout the Triad, and below is a list of some of our favorites! BB&T WINSTON-SALEM(HOMEBALLPARKOFTHE DASH) 951 Ballpark Winston-Salem,WayNC 27101 336.714.2287 BB&T SPORTS PARK 428 Twins Way Bermuda Run, NC 27006 336.998.4277 BOWMAN GRAY STADIUM 1250 South Martin Luther King, Jr. Winston-Salem,Drive NC 27107 336.723.1819 JDL FAST TRACK INDOOR TRACK FACILITY 2505 Empire Winston-Salem,DriveNC 27103 336.293.6694 PARKTANGLEWOOD 4061 Clemmons Road Clemmons, NC 27012 336.703.6400 *Includes a fantastic tennis facility as well as a BMX track. BB&T FIELD 499 Deacon 336.758.3322Winston-Salem,BoulevardNC27105 &FAIRGROUNDSWINSTON-SALEMANNEXICERINK(HOMEOFTHECAROLINATHUNDERBIRDS) 421 West 27th Universitywitharevenuestheysports,throughoutandUniversity.areahostPerhaps336.727.2236Winston-Salem,StreetNC27105thebiggesttoathleticsintheisWakeForestWithteamsrepresentativesmanydifferentitisnowonderthathavetheirownlistofinourarea.BelowtheplacesassociatedtheWakeForestathleticfamily: Local Sports Venues BY MEGHAN CORBETT WAKE FOREST SPORTS FACILITIES:UNIVERSITY LJVM Coliseum David F. Couch Ballpark Spry WakeStadiumForestUniversity Tennis Complex (Home of the Winston-Salem Open – Aug. 17-24, 2019) Kentner ArnoldReynoldsStadiumGymnasiumPalmerGolfComplex/Haddock House McCreary Field House Miller Center/Budd Gym Pruitt Football Center Sutton Sports Performance Center/Shah Basketball Complex Visit wakeforestsports.com/facilities for more information.

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There are also fantastic options for sports fans through Salem College and Winston-Salem State University. Sports teams include football, basketball, soccer, tennis, lacrosse, volleyball and baseball. Visit salem.edu/athletics and wssurams.com for more information.

JANUARY 12 E-Recycle FEBRUARY Neighbors Helping (EntireNeighborsMonth) ClemmonsWide Food Drive 5 Behind the Scenes Tour of GovernmentClemmons MARCH 1 March Madness Lip Sync Battle 23 Family Fishing Fun 23-31 18Creek WeekForsyth-29BulkItem Pickup 25 Medicine Drop APRIL 4 Coffee with a Cop 27 in the Village27Community CleanupClemmonsMovieNight MAY 7 Opening Day of Farmers Market 18 Ice Cream Festival 31 Movie in the VillageNight JUNE (Entire Month) Clemmons Cares - Random Acts of Kindness Month 20 Coffee with a Cop 22 Jerry Long Family YMCA Dirty Dozen and Clemmons Street Festival JULY 23 Fire AppreciationghtersDay AUGUST 6 National Night Out SEPTEMBER 28 Movie Night in the Village OCTOBER 2 National Coffee 20with a CopMonster Dash and Goblin Hop NOVEMBER 4 Flag of VeteransCeremonyRetirementinHonor DECEMBER 3 Annual Tree LightingPHOTOGRAPHYSTEWARTJAMESBYPHOTOS

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local folks, which they do, they also know the family history back for several generations. Those ancestry businesses have nothing on them. Local citizens are a wealth of information about families in the area – who went off to war, who stayed home and why, who decided to leave home and came back – or not, who’s getting married, divorced, or engaged. Who bought that old home place, who is selling their family farm, or who’s buying up land? The fact list is long and ever-changing.

Social life for small town living is interesting.

Depending on the size, there may or may not be a movie theater, bowling alley, or fast-food restaurants. What is there to do in small town USA? Church activities, community-sponsored events, and local school athletics are high on the things to do list. There’s generally a strong emphasis on local high school sports and rivalries with neighboring communities.

‘Where’re you from?’ An easy question. For folks from a small town in anywhere USA, there are some similar characteristics regardless of the geographic location. People in a small town are quick to recognize strangers. Why? Not because they’re unfriendly, no indeed. They just know everybody who lives in town, so it’s easy to spot a stranger. Remember that episode from The Andy Grif th Show when a stranger showed up who seemed to know so much about everyone in Mayberry? Just from reading the local paper. If you’re of a certain age, you may recall that small town newspapers used to publish visits and other social events – so and so’s kids are in town for the week, the visiting pastor had dinner with the Joneses after Sunday church –Speakingthat was big news.ofknowing

And, what about those kids who left right after graduation? Coming back home to visit is news, big news. Everyone wants to see you – family, friends, old neighbors and they all want to know what you’ve been doing and if you’re coming back to stay. Sometimes the pull back home is strong enough to bring folks back. More often than not, however, a visit is a time to re ect and visit, an R&R stop, and then back to your new home. Never fear, you’re not forgotten. Small towns love to have folks return, even for short periods.

Depending on where you live, high school football games or basketball games are king and are the social events of the week.

Y’all come back now, ya’ hear?

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If you have brothers or sisters, you may have a lot to live up to or to live down, as the case may be. The teachers that taught your siblings remember all too well how they behaved and have likely already made assumptions before you even walk into their classroom. In some cases, they may have even taught your parents. Talk about pressure! And forget about seeing those teachers just in school. Nope, they’re out and about town just like you, and don’t forget that they know your mom and dad. So, if you thought you’d get away with skipping class or didn’t turn in homework, you’ll be found out – and soon. Small town living is an open book. It’s hard to keep a secret. If you want to keep something private, tell no one – and even that may not work. If someone’s seen you your entire life, changes are noticed quickly.

And dating, well everyone knows who’s dating whom. Is a break-up imminent or are wedding bells in the future? Just how serious is this relationship? Are the families close? Or, is a Hat eld/McCoy situation brewing?

August: Take a break from the heat and stroll through a local museum.

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June: Take your car to be serviced at a local mechanic.

July: Shop at the local farmers market.

January: Sign up for an exercise class at a local fitness center.

Show your support for local businesses through deliberate choices to shop at locally owned boutiques and dine at locally Hereowned restaurants.aresomeideas to inspire you:

Makesmall matters.2019your year to be LOYAL to LOCAL!

October: Eat at a locally owned restaurant you’ve never visited.

November: Order your Thanksgiving desserts from a local bakery.

February: Buy flowers from a familyowned florist.

March: Visit a local consignment store to find some fun pieces for your spring wardrobe.

April: Have your children’s Easter portraits done by a local photographer. May: Buy your garden tools from a local nursery.

September: Enjoy a day of pampering at a local spa.

Local businesses make up the heartbeat of any community and it’s up to us to support them! It’s estimated that for every dollar spent at a locally owned store, 68 cents remains within the local economy. When you compare that with the average 43 cents that remains when shopping at a big box store, it doesn’t take an economist to realize that shopping

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December: Shop for the holidays from locally local organizations.foraroundpeople,thatatWhenpay-it-forwardneighbors.isSupportingowned businesses.localbusinessesaboutneighborshelpingInasense,it’sakindofaction.someoneshopsordinesalocally-ownedbusiness,businessownercanhirewhocanthenturnandspendmoneylocallytheirfamilies,andsupport

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It’s important to try to maintain a routine when possible. This role requires a special type of person, dedicated to service, with a desire to help others. As members of the community, we depend on their abilities to do a job most could not imagine. The preliminary training, preparedness, and on-going training/skill enhancements are to ensure they’re ready when needed. What’s one thing we can do to help them when they’re headed to an emergency? Be aware of their sirens and pull off to the right to let them get to where they’re needed as safely as possible. Their dedication to each other and their community is remarkable. Thank you for your service! Life a Fire Fighter

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A Day in the

Most of us have a fairly typical workday – we go to our jobs Monday through Friday, usually from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. We work an eight-hour day with an hour break for lunch and maybe a few 15-minute breaks throughout the day. Sound normal to you? Not if you’re a rst responder. Their day starts when they get to the re station by 7:00 am (usually by 6:30 am for most) and doesn’t end for 24 hours. While they may plan to eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner, there’s no guarantee that that’s actually going to happen. They typically work 24 hours on and 48 hours off, completing nine to ten shifts each Meetmonth.oneof the rst responder teams who work at the Clemmons Fire Department station on James Street. Each team is comprised of six members who rely on each other in ways most of us cannot fathom. Mitchell Boles has three years on the job, Austin Laws has eight, Shane Moss has been a re ghter for 28 years, A. J. Burton has 19 years of service, Jamie Hofmann has 15, and Neil Hege has 28 years. That’s a combined total of over 100 years of re ghting experience – on one shift. All of the team started out as volunteer re ghters and transitioned into the formal training program.

Lunchtime is generally food brought from home. They take turns cooking dinner and shop prior to coming on shift for whatever the dinner menu for the evening is. Keep in mind that at any time during their shift an emergency call may come in for res, personal injuries, wrecks, or more.

The training doesn’t end once they earn their certi cations for re ghting, HAZMAT, EMT, technical rescue, con ned spaces, or any other expertise they need. No, training is part of their day – every day. On every shift, two to three hours is devoted to training. “To complete the core training takes about two years,” according to Shane. When asked if they’d ever considered any other type of work, to a man the answer was a resounding ‘No.’ As Shane shared, “This is a calling. We can’t see ourselves doing any other type of work.”

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The team members usually get to the re station starting around 6:30 am; all are onsite by 7:00 am. Most bring breakfast with them and eat while they receive a brie ng from the team going off shift. Then it’s off to the Jerry Long Family YMCA for a workout. Since they’re on duty, they go in the re truck with all their gear in the event of a call. Staying physically t is critical for the work they do, as a stress reliever, and to be able to meet the required response time for emergency calls. Once a call comes in, the team must be geared up and be in the truck in one minute and ten seconds (70 seconds to get on their way). The turnout gear weighs about 45 pounds; add to that the equipment they carry, resulting in approximately 75 pounds each person carries. Once back from the Y, it’s time to check equipment and ensure the trucks are set and ready to go. Training and testing occur all during a shift.

The teams at the James Station serve a 32 square mile area crossing into three counties. On average, the team responds to eight to ten emergency calls per shift. They must stay in a constant state of readiness, always listening to what’s being transmitted across the radio. Free time (if there is any) is generally from 5:00 pm until bedtime, around 10:00 pm.

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If you consider yourself a cyclist, then you probably excel on the bike. You’re strong in your legs, but if that’s all you focus on, the rest of your body won’t achieve its potential. A swimmer can stay in the pool and swim until they grow gills, but they may not be able to lift a weight. Balance your workouts; do what you love, but add an activity that can strengthen areas your favorite exercise doesn’t.

4. IT’S ALL ABOUT BALANCE

2. CHOOSE AN EXERCISE BUDDY & GROUP ACTIVITIES

7. QUIT ALCOHOL Okay, don’t go off the deep end after reading ‘quit alcohol’; try it for a speci c amount of time. Everyone knows that smoking is bad for you, yet people don’t recognize the effects of alcohol on the body. Alcohol slows metabolism, increasing weight gain; it reduces activity levels and interferes with sleep.

3. FOCUS ON DEVELOPING NEW SKILLS

I have friends who get up every day at 4:30 am (no, that’s not a typo) to get their workout in, but if you aren’t a morning person, don’t try and make yourself one. You will quickly get defeated because that’s not your time of day and you will probably make everyone else in the gym miserable with your not too pleasant attitude. Try getting in a workout on your lunch hour or right after work before you go home and get settled. Once you hit the sofa, the chances of going back out aren’t good.

9. GET MORE SLEEP Studies show that close to 90% of people don’t get the sleep they need. If possible, take naps, go to bed earlier and don’t watch TV in your bedroom. The light from the TV or your phone keeps your brain active not allowing you to wind down.

Whether you want to admit it or not, at some point in 2019, the thought may cross your mind, ‘How did I do with my healthier lifestyle resolutions for 2018?’ For most, the answer is the same…you started off on the right foot, going to the gym and cleaning up your diet, but things got off track and you didn’t make the changes you wanted. Well, guess what? You don’t need New Year’s Day to make a new start – jump in any time and, with the right tips, 2019 can be the year of the new you!

8. START OUT STRONG Before you start your day, as soon as your feet hit the oor, do something to get your day going. Do 25 sit-ups, 15 push-ups or a oneminute plank. Engage your abdominal muscles rst thing in the morning to get that good endorphin feeling going and build a stronger trunk which will help you, whether you sit at a desk or are on your feet all day.

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5. CHANGE YOUR DIET

Let’s face it, most of us have our go-to meals; hopefully they aren’t all fast foods, but we have our favorites at restaurants and meals we x at home. Put some thought into what you eat and how those choices give you the energy to do what you need to do, including working out. Change things up and maybe try a high-protein diet, with low carbs, or just clean up what you are eating.

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10. DON’T TAKE LIFE SO SERIOUSLY No matter how much you work out, you ain’t getting out of this life alive. Every day, nd the blessings in life. Even in the darkest times, there are things to be thankful for… family, friends, pets, the stranger who held the door for you when your hands were full of groceries, the birds singing outside your window; expressing gratitude can change your mindset and get you on the right course for the new year.

We all have activities that we like better than others. For me, I love cardio, but weight training isn’t a time that I enjoy. However, for a wellrounded workout, you need cardio and weight training to achieve the results you want. There are positives in pushing yourself to think outside of the box when choosing your workouts.

1. EXERCISE EVERY DAY!

This may sound a bit dramatic, but ‘friends don’t let friends get out of shape!’ When you have a workout buddy or participate in group activities at a gym, you are more likely to show up and get your workout. It comes down to accountability; if you know there’s a friend or a group who are going to miss you and follow up with the text, ‘Why aren’t you here? I saved you a place in class!’ you’re more likely to get your rear in gear and to the gym.get

6. CHANGE UP YOUR TIME OF EXERCISE

If you think back to the last time you got a really good workout in, didn’t you feel better? Daily exercise builds the endorphins, pheromones, testosterone and adrenaline, and all are ingredients of the best addiction…getting healthy! If you only exercise two to three times a week, it is harder to establish it as a lifestyle change. Once exercise becomes a daily habit, you will miss it if something gets in the way.

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A Perspective from Four Paws

Nothing brings out the puppy in me more than when I go to Tanglewoof Dog Park. It seems like I’ve been going there forever, but that may just be because I’m six in ‘dog years’ and that’s 42 in ‘regular years.’ No one has really clued me in on what all that means, but I just know that going to the dog park is the best. There are so many smells that I could spend all my time ‘writing back’ to the other pups who have been there and left notes, until I see the ball come out and then I could chase it all day. It’s a pretty cool place with pups my size in one area and the little pups in another. Some of those little dogs are a lot of talk, but we all get along and play while our masters sit and watch us. After the dog park, sometimes my master likes just us to take a walk through Tanglewood Park, and I like that, too. It seems to make my master happy just being with me, and I know that it’s my favorite thing to do. With a good walk and some playing done, I usually get a special treat at Starbucks in Clemmons.

Trust me on this, a dog’s life is rather simple with a good master. I am loved, cared for, fed, walked and, although I have my own bed, I nd the big one where my master sleeps much more comfortable and so that’s where I take my naps and settle in every night. Not much gets me upset unless it’s a squirrel thinking that I’ll share my yard, which I quickly make clear that I won’t. Other than that, life is good especially when you live in Clemmons, NC. I can’t imagine living where dogs like myself aren’t appreciated and welcomed, but I hear there are places like that. Well, Clemmons, NC isn’t one of those places. From my understanding, I live with my family in a neighborhood made up of other families that look a lot like mine. Most of my friends live close by and on our daily walks we talk about the last tree-mail we read on the big oak on the corner of the street or the long love poem left on the re hydrant from Fred to Phoebe. The general consensus is that Fred, a BassetBeagle mix, is out-punting his coverage even thinking that Phoebe, a purebred Poodle, would look his way, but hope springs eternal in dogdom. You can’t blame a guy for trying, right? There’s another thing that my friends and I agree on, and that’s how many great places there are for us pups to go in Clemmons, NC.

A Dog’s Life in Clemmons, NC… Doesn’t Get Much Better!

DOGS WELCOME! Then there are some days when my family and I just get in the car and go to a place where food just comes to you. I like when I can lie by my family as they eat, hoping something might fall and I’m ready to snatch it up. Sitting outside at Panera Bread and Dairi-o, pup friendly places in Clemmons, is the best. Sometimes I see my friends, but there’s no place I’d rather be than with my master. Yep, I hear people say to me, ‘You have the life of Riley,’ and although I have no idea who Riley is, if he lives in Clemmons, NC and has all the fun I do, we are both pretty lucky dogs!

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TANGLEWOOF DOG PARK

I ride in the front seat of the car, so I get a good view of what’s going on, plus I get car sick if I’m in the back looking out. I don’t really know how it happens, but my master and I go to this place where a lot of other people go, and my master talks into this box and when we drive up to the hole in the building, I get the best treat. It’s a Puppuccino, and although my master tells me to slow down, I pretty much devour it. I don’t know what’s in it, but it hits the spot after an afternoon of playing.

A TREAT LIKE NO OTHER!

a) He’s always been involved in local causes as a leader and a contributor. Ken wanted to leave a legacy that re ected his life. He made a gift to start an endowed fund in his family’s name that would make community grants annually from the earnings on the investment –

The Clemmons Community Foundation has been positively impacting the local community since 2004 when it was created under the name of the Clemmons Rotary Foundation. “In 2011, its leaders felt that if the foundation were organized as a community foundation, it had better potential to grow as a local charitable vehicle to reach the full community (not just still including Rotarians), encouraging lifetime and legacy gifts,” said Sandi Scannelli, president and CEO of the Clemmons Community Foundation. “In 2012, the conversion to a community foundation was complete. Since that time, the foundation grew as envisioned under the leadership of its board of directors with several large bequest gifts. In April of 2018, thanks to a generous grant, the foundation hired its staff and opened an of ce.”

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forever. Yes, even beyond his lifetime. During his lifetime, Ken will advise the foundation on where he would like to see grants awarded…which leads to his second reason for starting a family legacy fund.

b) Ken has two sons and grandchildren. His great hope and prayer are that his children and grandchildren will recognize, be inspired and emulate his model of giving and investing in the community. The fund is set up whereby his children will become the future advisors for the fund’s grant awards.

While the name and number of people involved in the foundation have changed since the beginning, the ultimate goal of what those involved wish to accomplish remains unchanged. “The fundamental goal of the foundation today has not changed…rather, we’ve enriched our work to provide additional service and support for our donors and broader community engagement and leadership in responding to community needs and interests,” said Scannelli. “One of our most recent funds established is the Burkel Family Foundation Fund, established by longtime resident and community leader, Ken Burkel. He established it for several reasons:

The latter is an amazing bonus. The community foundation, when setting up the fund and working with the donor, captures the donor’s intentions and some of the special life experiences that shaped the intention. Those stories are brought to life every year in perpetuity during grant-making.”

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When Ken Burkel was looking to give back, the thoughtfulness and continuous nature of a foundation appealed to him. “I had a small business in Clemmons and felt the need to give back to the community,” said Burkel. “Community foundations provide a wonderful means by which to contribute to needs that can be either those of my own choice or those which have been vetted by professionals. Also, I want to be an example to others in the community and want to help the CCF gain additional signi cant donors. Being a donor demonstrates commitment and convictions to other potential donors. I feel that being a donor in the CCF is an investment, not just a donation. The principal will be there in perpetuity. This is a combination of good scal planning and compassion to worthy causes within the community.”

WORKING WITH THE CLEMMONS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION…

In addition to amazing funds like Ken Burkel’s, the Clemmons Community Foundation has formed strong relationships with other major organizations in the area to increase the positive impact it can make on the community. “The Foundation has had a wonderful relationship with the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber with several partnership examples over the years,” said Scannelli. “Most recently, we’ve been working with them on two new initiatives. An exciting initiative that will bene t all residents who aspire to serve Lewisville and Clemmons in some community leadership capacity is Leadership Lewisville-Clemmons (LLC). Our board members are huge fans of the bene ts of leadership programs, and Leadership Winston-Salem is a fabulous example in which many of our board members have participated.

For more information about the Clemmons Community Foundation and to learn more about the various partnerships that seek to improve the Clemmons community, visit the website at clemmonsfoundation.org.

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“Another partnership with the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber is a fund to offer vocational education scholarships for our area’s high school graduates. Last year at a chamber luncheon, members learned that a high percentage of 12th-grade students had no plans following graduation. At the same time, many local employers are struggling to nd employees with the skills necessary for vocational and technical occupations. The Clemmons Community Foundation became involved because we offer the infrastructure to receive and manage charitable donations and the process of managing scholarship awards. An initial gift was made to start the scholarship fund with its rst scholarship named the Mason H. Hunter Vocational Scholarship. We have a donor interested in matching the funds raised. The scholarship will be up to $2,500 based on the cost of the program in which the student enrolls. Our hope is to raise enough to endow at least one scholarship –meaning that the scholarship will be paid every year from the investment earnings of the dollars raised.” What makes this scholarship unique is the pairing with Chamber employers to provide mentor and internship opportunities for scholarship recipients.

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• We follow up on grants awarded –monitoring program progress and outcomes, ensuring the dollars are used as intended and making the impact you intended.

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There are an estimated 1.2 million members of Rotary clubs across the world. These members come from all different backgrounds with various strengths and experiences that allow them to work on xing the issues that plague people around the globe. These issues include disease, poor water, sanitation and hygiene, mothers and children in peril, lack of educational opportunities and struggling economies. Of the more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in existence, the Rotary Club of Clemmons is doing its best to make an impact locally that will likely lead to spreading awareness for countless individuals.

Collaborations can have a massive impact on the community through name and brand recognitions, as well as introducing those who may not come into contact with Rotary members to all the group has to offer. “We are participating in The Amazing Shake with Southwest Elementary School and a Junior Achievement event in partnership with students from West Forsyth High School,” said Joy. “We are also working with the Humane Society of Davie County to bring the 2nd night of Paws in the Park to the community. We are working with the Salvation Army and other area Rotary clubs in a project called Rotarians Unite to Stop Hunger (RUSH), and we continue to partner with Panera Bread to deliver food to the Clemmons Food Pantry.”

For more information about the Rotary Club of Clemmons, visit the website at rotaryclubofclemmons.com or nd them on Facebook.

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“We want to increase the community awareness of what Rotary is,” said Rotary Club of Clemmons President Susan Joy. “We are doing this through print media, social media and by hosting the Totally Outstanding Awesome Stroll through Tanglewood, or TOAST, (a fundraiser that sees about 2,000 community members come out to have fun walking through the Festival of Lights before it opened to the public.)” This was the second year for the Rotary to host this event. “TOAST is a fundraiser, but it is also an opportunity for us to raise awareness of Rotary’s impact,” said Joy. “The community will bene t from the money raised at the event, and those dollars will be used to support many local groups and organizations.”

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Another great way to get involved in the impact is to join a Rotary club yourself! “All are welcome in Rotary,” said Joy. “All you need is a heart for service in our community.”

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A PROMISE OF BEAUTIFICATION

Maintaining Beautificationthe

Beauti cation is not only visually appealing, but it often in uences competitiveness. Whether the area is a neighborhood community or commercialized zone, the effort of a well-kept area of owers, shrubs, trees, benches, and signs of welcome allude to a love of a speci c part of a town or city. Once others witness this mentality of beauti cation, the spirit of volunteer led-projects enhances not just one area, but can consume a state. Keep NC Beautiful is a non-pro t organization that “engages and supports individuals and organizations” through programming and education by emphasizing three areas: beauti cation, litter prevention, and waste management.”

LITTER PREVENTION Trash. Something so small and easily disposable costs the taxpayers of North Carolina $15 million annually. Improving the community’s aesthetics and safety takes much more than adding plants, shrubs, and trees to our community. Volunteers are necessary to ful ll the promise of keeping North Carolina beautiful and clean. While contests held in the spring inspire groups and individuals to help, the immediate goal requires a personal commitment to pick up and dispose of trash.

BEAUTIFICATION

In mid-November, a program that celebrates, “America Recycles Day” offers individuals the opportunity to reduce their waste and recycle dif cult items such as electronics (de ned as anything with a cord), paint, rigid plastics (measuring two feet in length and at maximum 40 pounds) as well as light bulbs, batteries, and Christmas trees.

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• Participate in four environmental programs, which may include the Great American Cleanup, Adopt-a-Stream, Adopt-a-Road, or Christmas tree recycling efforts.

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While it takes groups of people to come together throughout the seasons and year, individual efforts and families can help, too, only by maintaining a clean and beautiful yard and community.

Please note: Not all drives offer the same materials; therefore, it is important to research how to dispose of particular items properly.

• Recycling receptacles of paper, cardboard, plastic or aluminum must be in all classrooms, of ces, break rooms, and the cafeteria.

• At least classroom,couldandprojectseducationalclubenvironmentaloneofferinginstruction,withintheschool,aformofoutreach,whichincludeatrailoroutdoormustmeetregularly.

If you are interested in promoting self-suf ciency, consider planting fruit trees, a variety of berries, or establishing a garden. City dwellers with a minimum of ve hours of direct sunlight could bene t from planting fruits, vegetables, and herbs in containers while using a trellis to save space. Minimizing waste is essential, and with a place to compost, decomposition can turn waste into enriching soil. Just a small area with full sun is needed. Whether you decide to join a group or make a personal promise, promoting aesthetics within your community can begin today!

Keeping the village of Clemmons beautiful is a feeling of pride. It begins with a daily promise to reduce, reuse, and commit to the effort of recycling. The practical ways to help the environment can be self-de ned. A healthy lifestyle and eco-friendliness go hand-in-hand. For instance, local nurseries can assist your endeavor to go green by selling native plants. Beauti cation such as maple trees, cone owers, and blueberry bushes will also help our bird, butter y insect, and bee populations.

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Every year during Earth week in April, representatives from “Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful” and the Garden Club Council arrive at our public schools to judge their programs emphasizing beauti cation and environmental education. The requirements to earn a gold-level award are:

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With the help from the Garden Club Council of Winston-Salem and the Vegetation Management Division of the city, free plants can assist neighborhood associations and other groups to beautify entrances to communities and other visible locations. The Clemmons Flower Bed program is just one community emphasized project. Volunteers can also invest their time to “Adopt a Flower Bed,” street, alley, park, or stream. Dividing the effort for planting, maintenance, and clean-up eliminates the high cost while inspiring its members to come together in spirit, socialization, and action!

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• Get in touch with your creative side and visit the art galleries in town. The arts district downtown is the perfect spot to begin. One stop is ARTivity on the Green, a half-acre public art park located on North Liberty Street. Another great trip to make is to the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Arts, SECCA, where the work of local, national, and international artists is showcased. Speaking of art galleries, take a class at the Sawtooth School for Visual Arts. Options are ceramics, painting, wood, and printmaking. In addition, Sawtooth features art exhibits and hosts a Healing and Wellness through the Arts program for cancer patients and their families to help them through their health journey.

• If you are looking for a quick activity, there is nothing better than going to the ice-skating rink, putt-putt, or midnight bowling. Depending on the season, these adventures are the ideal way to end a memorable day.

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• Farmers markets have become big within the past few years. There, you can nd in-season fruits and vegetables, local foods, and so much more. Make plans to visit the Hidden Creek Farm Farmers Market, Cobblestone Farmers Market at Old Salem, and the Farmers Market at the fairgrounds. Before heading out, be sure to check the hours of each market, especially during the winter.

Within the miles of Forsyth County, there are multiple wineries, art galleries in a lively downtown atmosphere, and affordable living. What more could a young adult or single person want in a place to live? After all, according to niche.com, Winston-Salem, Lewisville, and Clemmons are the top three places to live in the county. However, part of nding the right city to live in is making sure there are things to do during the weekdays, weeknights, and weekends. Forsyth County is always busy with entertainment, festivals, and more. These fun and unusual outings are perfect for couples and groups of any size. Read the list below for some ideas and mark your calendars to attend.

• Enjoy the aroma of the grapes in the Yadkin Valley by taking a winery tour and tasting. Just a short drive from Winston-Salem, Clemmons, and Lewisville are 45 plus wineries, including RayLen and Medaloni Cellars and Vineyards. For the beer lovers, downtown is packed with local breweries, such as Foothills Brewing. Periodically, the city hosts the “Tour de Food” festival and “Downtown Afternoon Tasting Tours.”

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Forsyth County has many things to do for relaxation and enjoyment. If you are a young adult or single, get to know the city you live in through these various activities. Invite your friends to join and the memories made will last forever.

• Put on your dancing shoes and spend a night learning how to shag or ballroom dance. Locations and times for classes vary throughout the county. Some are available at the Kernersville Library, South Fork Community Center, and the Old Town Community Center.

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• Forsyth County is also full of culture and history with our many museums. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, The New Winston Museum, the Winston Cup Museum, and the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts are just a few on the list for a day trip. One of my favorites is the Museum of Anthropology at Wake Forest University. Here, guests can see masks from throughout the world and learn about anthropology in North Carolina. Plus, the museum is currently showcasing African cultural items that have inspired American pop culture.

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• Explore the City of Arts and Innovation with a Segway tour. Triad Eco Adventures offers a variety of sights on their different Winston-Salem tours, including the Old Salem tour, Mayhem & Mystery, and Public Arts. For more information, visit: triadecoadventures.com.

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To learn more about the Chamber and the bene ts of membership, please contact the Chamber of ce at 336-970-5100. If you would like to join the Chamber, please ll out the online member application at lewisville-clemmons.com.

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Member businesses come from a wide variety of industries and are as diverse as our community. Whether you’re a single entrepreneur or a large regional employer, there is a seat waiting for you at the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce. We welcome businesses of all sizes, as it takes big and small businesses to make our local economy strong.

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The Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce meets on the second Tuesday each month from 11:20 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Historic Broyhill, 3450 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012. Visitors are always welcome to be a guest at one monthly meeting. Lunch is $11 for Chamber members and guests. Please RSVP to ditra@ lewisville-clemmons.com.

Back Row (L to R) Brad Hunter, Jody Peske, Roger Casey, Brooke Eagle, Dave Eschenbach, Holland Patton, Ed Dean, Mike Campbell, Shea Crutch eld, Jason Skinner

Front Row (L to R) Ginny Chase, Amy Gardner, Jason Keller, Kristin Johnson, Mike McGilvary, Debbie McCliment, Ditra Miller

44 | ForsythMags.com PRINTADVERTISING,&DIGITAL MEDIA Able Graphics Company, LLC (336) 753-1812 Adsign Corp (336) 766-3000 BirdsiVideo (336) 253-5158 Broken Buggy Print Co. (336) 701-2731 Casey Creative Powered by Proforma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (703) 850-8668 Clemmons Courier ........... (336) 766-4126 CMG Strategies ............. (336) 831-4233 Connect Marketing .......... (336) 575-0790 Custom Advertising, Inc. (336) 760-3500 Design & Graphics (336) 970-0687 Excalibur Group (336) 778-2121 Forsyth Magazines (888) 892-3204 Hallen Media (336) 245-1263 Image 360 of Winston Salem Southwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 768-2810 Ink It Promotional Products (336) 492-2866 Nu expression (336) 765-5505 ONE MARKET1NG .......... (336) 252-4298 Paschal Promotions, Inc. ...... (336) 788-1698 Press and Shoot-John Golden .. (336) 745-8238 SEO Rocket ................ (336) 993-3333 Signarama of Clemmons ...... (336) 893-8042 SixFour Web Design ......... (336) 303-0640 Talk of the Town Coupons ..... (336) 255-1724 Tarheel Coffee News ......... (704) 762-6626 TimmyVO Voice Over Specialist ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (984) 377-7611 Winston-Salem Journal (336) 727-7428 Robin Craig Photography (443) 823-1804 ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT Boone Enterprises, Inc. (336) 765-6863 Daniel Boone Gem Mining (336) 765-6863 Historic Broyhill (336) 793-1191 On Target DJ (336) 207-7382 Perfect Pair Events (336) 408-5426 Winston-Salem Dash (336) 714-6875 Village Square Tap House (336) 448-5330 BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ActionCoach (336) 310-0773 Advanced Alternatives, LLC (336) 414-7868 Amulet Business Advisors (336) 705-6602 ARCpoint Labs of Winston-Salem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 496-8900 Catch a Spark Photography .... (336) 347-8636 Coach Pro 4U, LLC ........... (336) 403-6798 CPI Security Systems ......... (336) 207-2542 Dr. Barb Hughson ............ (303) 835-4188 Express Employment Professionals .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 306-8525 Goad Global Leadership, LLC (336) 793-8399 IDShield (336) 414-4775 Jenn Lewis Photography (336) 577-3373 John Golden Frames & Fotos (336) 408-0517 Main Street Consulting & Staf ng, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 992-5377 Payroll Solutions, Inc. ......... (336) 885-5056 Servpro of West Forsyth County ............ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 946-1131 Sneak-A-Peek 3D/4D Ultrasound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 247-5141 The Coastal Group, Inc. ....... (336) 337-8224 Xpert+ Accounting & Tax Services, LLC ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-6400 AUTOMOTIVE Express Oil and Tire Engineers ............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 283-9552

Forsyth Community 2019 | 45 COMPUTERS TELECOMMUNICATIONS& Brookstone Technology Services, LLC ........ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 293-6510 Computer & Technology Solutions,Inc DBA CATS (336) 499-1915 Dakota Technology Group (336) 682-5117 Docsmore (336) 301-4347 Dulaney Group Technologies (336) 793-0331 Parkway Technology Solutions .(336) 310-9888 Piedmont Triad Computer Consulting, Inc. .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-5555 Sightsource, LLC (888) 207-3027 Yadtel Telecom (336) 463-5022 CONSTRUCTION & CONTRACTORS All-Phase Heating & Cooling, Inc. ........... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 413-3718 Apex Appliance and HVAC LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 705-8128 BE Enterprises, Inc. (336) 448-2305 CertaPro Painters of Winston-Salem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 391-3617 CKJ Building & Design ........ (336) 414-4908 Crawford Home Improvements (336) 331-3427 Davie Construction Company (336) 940-6600 F & M Handyman Services (336) 242-3515 Glass Interiors, LLC (904) 307-5736 Gwyn Electrical, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 774-1818 Piedmont Sheet Metal Company, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 724-7439 Plumbing Repair of the Triad, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 608-8064 Randleman’s Tree Service (336) 408-8711 FAMILY, COMMUNITY CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS& Better Business Bureau of Northwest North Carolina, Inc. .......... (336) 725-8348 Big Brothers Big Sisters ....... (336) 751-9906 Boy Scouts of America, Old Hickory Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 760-2900 Cancer Services, Inc. (336) 760-9983 Children’s Hope Network (336) 710-7026 Clemmons Civic Club (336) 766-0666 Clemmons Community Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 663-6794 Clemmons Food Pantry ....... (336) 331-3432 Habitat for Humanity Restore (336) 916-2028 Jerry Long Family YMCA (336) 712-2000 Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 970-5100 Rotary Club of Clemmons (335) 462-2759 Women of Wisdom/House of Refuge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 969-4619 Women Who Care About Community ........ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 918-7496

46 | ForsythMags.com FINANCE & INSURANCE Allegacy Federal Credit Union .. (336) 774-3400 Allstate Insurance - Chris Just . . (336) 766-6464 AnnieMac Home Mortgage (336) 278-1003 BB&T Bank - Clemmons (336) 712-0913 BB&T Bank - Lewisville (336) 945-3795 Blue Moon Bene ts Group .... (336) 778-1070 Blue Ridge Bank, N.A. ........ (336) 931-1222 Colonial Life (336) 945-6975 Community Insurance Agency, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 731-7611 Ebert Financial (336) 714-9864 Edward Jones - Edie Bergman, AAMS®, Financial Advisor (336) 659-9287 Edward Jones - Bruce Bird, Financial Advisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 940-4100 Edward Jones - Michael Russell, Financial Advisor (336) 766-7394 Edward Jones - Tony Mardis, Financial Advisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 202-6466 Edward Jones Investments, Financial Advisor: Craig Fishel (336) 766-4897 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 714-1556 Farm Bureau - Allen Mathis . . . . (336) 403-1631 Fidelity Bank (336) 778-1601 First Bank (336) 369-6940 First Citizens Bank . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-6669 First National Bank - Clemmons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 778-0008 Forsyth Insurance Services .... (336) 767-8900 Good Deeds Insurance (336) 564-2418 JP Mortgage Consultants (336) 601-6111 Kevin DiGaspari - North Carolina Farm Bureau Insurance (336) 909-4100 Lindsay & Gardner CPAs, PLLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 712-1788 Marzano Capital Group (336) 766-0464 Mel Schlesinger - Health Insurance Strategist.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 525-6357 Modern Woodmen Fraternal FinancialJason Keller, FIC, RICP, CFFM. .(336) 403-0943 Mountcastle Insurance (336) 777-8500 New York Life Insurance Company .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 971-7832 Northwestern Mutual (336) 714-5062 Peak Insurance Group (336) 413-6959 Piedmont Federal Savings Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 770-1100 PNC Bank (336) 712-2507 Security Underwriters ........ (336) 945-3713 Shellie Penley, CPA, PA ....... (336) 923-8189 State Employees Credit Union .(336) 778-2506 State Farm Insurance - Brad Romine ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-3245 State Farm Insurance - Jorge Vidal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 778-2634 State Farm Insurance - Rick Babusiak ........ . . . . . . . . . (336) 760-9994 Strategic Tax Solutions Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 306-5663 Tandem Innovative Payment Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 554-2455 Truliant Federal Credit Union (336) 659-1955 Van Almond MetLife Auto & Home Almond Agency (423) 791-4656 Voya Financial Advisors - Paul Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 778-1324 Wells-Keefe, Inc.............. (336) 945-4991 WN Ireland Insurance Agency, Inc ........... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 679-8861

GOVERNMENT, EDUCATION & INDIVIDUALS A Step Ahead Academic Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-7124 Calvary Day School (336) 714-5451 Clemmons Elementary School (336) 703-4210 Forsyth Country Day School (336) 945-3151 Forsyth Technical Community College ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 757-3804 Greenbriar Driving Academy (336) 830-4468 Kaplan Early Learning Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-7374 Reagan High School Career Development Of ce (336) 703-6776 The Montessori School of Winston-Salem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-5550 Town of Lewisville (336) 945-5558 Village of Clemmons (336) 766-7511 West Forsyth High School (336) 712-4400 Winston Salem Christian School (336) 759-7762 HEALTH CARE AND WELLNESS 360 Health ................. (336) 766-7777 Andrea Morgan: doTERRA Essential Oils Wellness Advocate (336) 757-2262 Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville Retirement Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 377-2195 Bermuda Village Retirement Community ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 998-6672 Brookstone of Clemmons Assisted Living and Memory Care ........... (336) 766-5000 Carillon Assisted Living (336) 766-6220 Carolina Center for Eye Care, OD, PA........ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 946-0203 Chermak & Hanson Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-8244 Clemmons Village Assisted Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 778-8548 Forsyth Psychiatric Associates .. (336) 660-6000 Heritage Woods (336) 768-2011 Home Loving Senior Care ..... (336) 993-1600 Lewisville Drug Company (336) 946-0220 Life Abundant Chiropractic (336) 283-8670 Mallard Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 775-2205 Novant Health .............. (336) 718-7000 Novant Health Rehabilitation Hospital, an af liate of Encompass Health (336) 754-3500 Optimal Health Chiropractic (336) 712-4100 Personalized Physical Therapy and Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (347) 553-8801 Restorative Medical .......... (336) 776-1599 Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry at Clemmons (336) 283-4598 Salt Beach Halotherapy (336) 293-4598 Trinity Elms (336) 608-3555 Vienna Village Assisted Living (336) 945-5410 Wake Forest Baptist Health (336) 716-0536 Wake Forest Baptist Health Outpatient Surgery - Clemmons ................ (310) 390-1350 Winston Chiropractic Care ..... (336) 692-1122 Lewisville Family Counseling, PLLC(336)..........945-0137

48 | ForsythMags.com HOME & GARDEN Advance Stump Removal, LLC .............. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 715-1852 BH Enterprise and Landscaping, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 986-1373 Bump Spaces ............... (336) 784-9941 Corporate Cleaning Group .... (336) 354-3291 Dust Master Cleaning Services .(336) 413-9710 Green Clean Floor Care ....... (336) 757-1010 McNeely Pest Control ........ (336) 922-0606 Mosquito Authority (336) 712-5278 Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning (336) 776-0111 Peachy Clean Crew (336) 287-3550 Piedmont Home Services (336) 542-3180 Ray’s Pest Control Co., Inc (336) 722-1307 Still Life Interiors (336) 946-1135 LEGAL Gayle Goldsmith Tuch, PC ..... (336) 766-2767 Robinson & Lawing, LLP ...... (336) 631-8500 The Bomar Law Firm ......... (336) 793-4371 The Law Of ces of Timothy D. Welborn, P.A. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 761-0499 LODGING & TRAVEL Cruise Planners - Ed Dean (336) 701-2738 Cruise Planners - Gary Wilson (336) 770-5385 Going Your Way Travel, LLC ... (336) 293-7155 Hampton Inn Bermuda Run .... (336) 998-3480 Home2 Suites by Hilton Winston-Salem ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 930-1037 Village Inn Hotel & Event Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-9121 Yadkin Tours, Inc. (336) 469-0010 PERSONAL SERVICES & CARE A Child’s World Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 940-3975 A Cleaner World............. (336) 766-4041 Beautycounter .............. (910) 617-7749 Essential Balanced Bodywork .. (336) 918-9343 Frank Vogler & Sons ......... (336) 766-4714 Globody by Ashley Burrow .... (336) 705-2353 Griswold Home Care ......... (336) 462-8472 LaVida Massage of Clemmons .. (336) 766-0622 Monarch Living LLC .......... (336) 893-4562 Moonstone Massage Therapy, LLC .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 918-8115 Paparazzi Hair Salon (336) 893-7169 Pure Hands Massage Therapy (336) 340-4346 Rodan and Fields - Amanda Morales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 986-1796 Sport Clips ................. (336) 893-5189 The Master’s Key Locksmiths, LLC .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 995-0436 Trellis Supportive Care (336) 768-3972 PETS & VETERINARY Animal Hospital of Lewisville (336) 946-3441 Aristopets (336) 757-2185 Humane Society of Davie County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 751-5214 K9 Classy Clips (336) 765-6244 PUBLIC UTILITIES & ENVIRONMENT Piedmont Natural Gas (336) 271-5103 RiverStreet Networks (844) 238-0131 REAL ESTATE, SALES & LEASINGHOUSING, Bee Safe Storage & Wine Cellar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 837-3919 Bricks Investments LLC (336) 422-9208 Chrystal Yates Residential Real EstateAllen Tate .................. (336) 399-3873 City Transfer and Storage ..... (336) 788-7374 EXP Realty-Jonathan Key ...... (336) 918-0226 Hunter Realty and Property Management, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 283-9777 James Minton, REALTOR® (336) 287-3543 Keller Williams Realty - Jody Peske . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 918-7496 Keller Williams Realty - Pam Boyle .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 682-7653 Keller Williams Realty - Wendy Taylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 749-6424 Leading Edge Commercial Realty Group ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 749-8157

Forsyth Community 2019 | 49 M5 Investments, LLC (336) 736-0760 Master Counsel & Associates (336) 407-2994 Mays Gibson, Inc. (336) 813-8605 Mission View Properties (336) 854-8000 Paragon Properties, Inc. (336) 760-6500 RE/MAX Realty Consultants - John Alspaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 382-7667 Regus ..................... (336) 778-3300 Ring the Bell Realty (336) 864-1662 Southern Signature Properties .(336) 408-7173 T McKenna Young Real Estate Advisors Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 986-0555 TE Johnson & Sons (336) 722-6133 Two Men And A Truck (336) 722-8844 RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Agape Faith Church (336) 766-9188 Clemmons First Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-6486 Clemmons United Methodist Church ........ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-6375 Crossbound Community Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 817-7860 Love Out Loud (336) 747-3067 New Hope Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 778-1556 Reynolda Church/Clemmons Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 269-0747 RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGES Ava’s Cupcakes, LLC (336) 283-9021 Chick- l-A (336) 712-9973 Dine by Design Catering (336) 778-0708 Honky Tonk Smokehouse (336) 794-2270 Intown Donutz (336) 331-3414 Jersey Mike’s Subs (336) 602-2844 Kona Ice of Kernersville (336) 653-5310 Lowes Foods (336) 766-1608 Moe’s Southwest Grill (704) 542-9709 Nothing Bundt Cakes (336) 306-9146 Old Nick’s Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 747-3059 Panera Bread ............... (336) 766-3898 PDQ ...................... (336) 306-5174 Pie Guys Pizza and More ...... (336) 893-7331 Publix Super Markets, Inc. ..... (336) 766-2069 Simply Southern Cuisine ...... (336) 712-4636 Smoke & Skillet ............. (336) 995-7215 Steak Escape Sandwich Grill ... (336) 712-8002 The Old Nick Williams Company Inc. ........ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 946-1012 SHOPPING & SPECIALTY RETAIL $ Bill Plus (336) 842-3642 4 Fosters Candles & Gifts (336) 727-3216 Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina .............. (336) 724-3621 Hip Chics Boutique .......... (336) 766-8122 No Punching Bag (706) 622-8730 Parks Decorative Hardware and Plumbing, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 847-1949 PostalAnnex+ (336) 251-1144 Separk Music (336) 723-0794 Staples (336) 766-1601 Sweet Repeat Consignment Shop, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 778-1409 SPORTS & RECREATION Bermuda Run Country Club .... (336) 998-8155 Dance Explosion School of Performing Arts ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 749-1494 Fitness 2000 (336) 778-1974 Liberty Safe of Clemmons (336) 830-8090 Merriwood Christian Camp . . . . (336) 766-5151 Prime Life Fit/Isagenix (336) 354-9128 Salem Glen Country Club (336) 712-0303 Southwest Athletics (336) 778-9306 Sunrise Yoga Studio Inc (336) 778-1233 Tiger Kim’s World Class Tae Kwon Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 766-6116 Triad Martial Arts & Wrestling Academy ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 486-6542 TRU Taekwondo Center (336) 448-0152 Twin City Youth Soccer Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (336) 998-4277 TRANSPORTATION Black Tie Transportation, Inc. (336) 768 5177

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The brainchild of local real estate expert, Jody Peske, and former Clemmons mayor, John Bost, Clemmons Community Day is a reflection of unity between neighbors, friends, and local business owners.

It’s been 10 years since Clemmons Community Day made its debut, and without question – this event lives up to its name. It’s all about community! A day filled with fun, activities, vendors, and an opportunity to celebrate living in an awesome place, Clemmons Community Day is organized by the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce. Countless hours go into making it a day to remember and enjoyed by people of all ages!

As an event organized by the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce, Clemmons Community Day helps break the assumption that a chamber does nothing but host business meetings. Local entrepreneurs and leaders are passionate about their community and are excited to meet others. Over 150 vendors look forward to sharing about their businesses and services to the community. And as former Chamber President John Golden points out, “The event is good for the business community because it allows us to showcase our products and services to local residents who may not know about us. The key here is ‘engaging.’ Businesses engaging with the community and families engaging in fun activities.”

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“Clemmons Community Day is a labor of love for all of us, and it has been since day one,” said Jody. “We are so grateful for the hours invested by our sponsors, our volunteers, the YMCA, and civil servants who make this day come together.”

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Guests are encouraged to bring a donation for the Clemmons Food Pantry. Clemmons Food Pantry always accepts canned and boxed food, but they are also in need of adult hygiene items.

Clemmons Community Day is a free event but, as John mentions, “This event would not be possible without the many partnerships the Chamber has with our community and those who are willing to help sponsor the cost. We are grateful to provide this feature event for the Lewisville-Clemmons communities!”

To learn more about Clemmons Community Day, visit Lewisville-Clemmons.com or call Executive Director Ditra Miller at 336.970.5100. COMMUNITY May am–2 Long Family YMCA, S. Peace

Clemmons Community Day will be hosted at the Jerry Long Family YMCA. With over 1,600 families expected to attend, wide open spaces are a key part of making sure there’s plenty of room for everyone to enjoy themselves! The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, 2019.

“The event fosters a strong sense of community,” shared Jody. “The folks of Clemmons are so great about supporting one another in various ways and on many levels. Clemmons Community Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate all that makes Clemmons unique.”

While the weather is still an unknown, Clemmons Community Day is held rain or shine. But a little rain never hurt anyone; the photos from the handful of rainy days still shine with the happy, smiling faces of those who came out to enjoy the day.

In addition to vendors, Clemmons Community Day offers all kinds of fun and games for families to enjoy, including a rock wall for kids to climb. A bounce house is always a fun addition, as well as other inflatables; train rides; and a DJ. With a DJ playing great music, and all sorts of food–there’s something for everyone! It’s a great way to showcase precisely what helps Clemmons stand apart.

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Clemmons Community Day Presented by Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce Saturday, May 4, 2019 • 10 am to 2 pm Jerry Long Family YMCA, 1150 S. Peace Haven Road, Clemmons FREE ADMISSION Please bring non-perishable or canned food donations for the Clemmons Food Pantry. No pets or alcoholic beverages allowed. For more information, www.lewisville-clemmons.comvisitACTIVITIESLocal Business Displays • Face Painting • Ladder Firetruck • Super Slide & Bounce Houses Music & Great Food • Rock Climbing Wall • Fitness Demonstrations • AND MUCH MORE! 10th Annual A fun- lled family day! Rain or shine! PHOTOS BY JOHN GOLDEN FRAMES & FOTOS To reserve your booth or for more information visit www.lewisville-clemmons.com

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• Children have their own weekly programs of reading and activities. “Music and movement are incorporated into their storytelling activities,” shared Carolyn.

• The Cookin’ Club is going strong in its third year at the library. They meet the third Wednesday of each month at 12:30 pm. Based on the theme selected for that month, participants use the preselected library cookbooks to create dishes to share. On any given month, there may be 12 to 30 in attendance. If you love to cook or want to expand your knowledge and cooking skills and meet others in the community, grab your apron and join the club.

• How about a game of chess? The Chess Club, hosted by Molly Schaefer, the Youth Services Librarian, meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 4:00 pm. Open to kids from rst to fth grade, the Chess Club teaches the basics of chess and provides plenty of game time to hone skills. “We hope to bring a local high school chess club to one of our meetings soon,” Molly shared. “Learning to play chess helps with critical thinking, mathematics, and strategic thinking skills that are important in so many aspects of life.”

The primary areas within the Clemmons Branch Library are adult ction and nonction, magazines, DVDs, audiobooks, music CDs, and sections for young adults and children. Of these, ction is the largest section. The children’s area includes all categories, ction, school-related topics, non- ction, and the learning to read section.

Downloadable opportunities are also great with a Forsyth County library card.

Visit the Clemmons Branch Library at 3554 Clemmons Road. For questions, call 336.703.2920. Their hours are Monday thru Wednesday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, Thursday and Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Check out the Clemmons Branch Library!

Many choose to download books that are “borrowed” to their computers, tablets, or phones. There are also downloadable options for music and magazines with clear

Carolyn and the library staff, comprised of ve full-time and three part-time employees, work as a team to ensure that the Clemmons Branch Library is a vibrant part of the community. With a well-rounded selection of books in all available formats, downloadable material, and online resources, as well as other programs designed with the community in mind, the library is a busy place. Their daily average for check out is between 500 to 800+.

In addition to traditional library resources, the Clemmons Branch Library has several ongoing programs that may be of interest.

The Clemmons Branch Library has so much to offer. “We have an open, welcoming environment,” explained Carolyn Price, the Branch Manager. “We are a high volume library with a family-oriented atmosphere.”

Toddlers meet Tuesdays at 10:30 am; preschoolers meet Thursdays at 10:30 am.

In addition to the resources in-house, the Clemmons Branch Library is part of the NC Cardinal System, a shared resource center with 40 plus North Carolina counties. As a member, hard copy books/resources not available at the county level can be requested and may be shipped from any of the participating counties. The books are then checked out and returned via the normal process and ultimately returned to their original home library. This system expands a reader’s ability to enjoy what might otherwise be a regional or unavailable book locally. On average, 78,000 books are shared via the NC Cardinal System on a monthly basis.

Public libraries are wonderful places. Why?

Look for news about the Clemmons Branch Library’s new location, which will expand their space by two and a half times its current size. The new location will allow for more dedicated space and greater functionality –and even more books!

advantages – there’s no waiting, and once it’s downloaded, it’s yours. Explore the catalog of music/magazine options and give your budget a break! Why buy if you can download with a library card?

The magazine section includes current periodicals for all ages. There are ve computers available for public use; two in the children’s area are loaded with ageappropriate games and educational activities.

There are all sorts of books, periodicals, music, resources, and more to entertain or educate yourself . . . and the best part is that it’s all free with the use of your library card. No other place comes to mind with so many options and no associated fees.

• Homeschoolers enjoy getting together on a regular basis for social connections, as well as subject-based sessions on science, geography, or other topics.

Gifted in the skill of listening, you may be an excellent storyteller or able to work through complex problems by verbalizing ideas. Able to explain concepts simply and ask great questions, classmates welcomed you in group discussions. Skilled as an auditory learner, you prefer lectures over long reading assignments. Your memory is sharp and directions are easily followed. Despite these wonderful gifts, one dif culty may be staying engaged during quiet times when the task is to work independently or read silently.

The Secret of Student Success

There is no need to whisper such an important secret. Think back to preschool and the start of elementary school. Did you have dif culty remembering directions or was it easier to recall information as a word or picture? Perhaps you enjoyed listening to stories rather than the task of reading at your seat. Your initial preferences led to the reason why you found particular skills dif cult or easy. Learning should not be challenging, especially when there are so many great strategies and tools available.

AUDITORY STYLED LEARNER

SOLUTIONS • Focus on your strengths to improve your weaknesses, such as voicing your questions to increase understanding or summarize class lectures in a tape recorder.

• Form a study group to discuss class material and reinforce the retention of details.

• When possible, use an audiobook to read novels or whisper the text during quiet times.

BY LISA S.T. DOSS

VISUAL STYLED LEARNER

Seeing leads to understanding. During moments when asking a person for directions, the visual learner may need to jot a few notes. Perhaps a small notebook and pen are always kept nearby for such an occasion. Lecture-style classes are the least favorite; yet, visual learners adapt by taking notes sometimes in multiple colors and drawings to catch the eye and enhance memory.

LEWISVILLE

• Study in shorter blocks of time, and take breaks! They are necessary!

• Look into a variety of note-taking practices. For example, the Cornell Method, which involves folding lined paper in three sections for class notes, presenting questions, and summarizing or adding information to enhance the notes.

THE TACTILE LEARNER Are phone numbers challenging to recall, but you can identify the exact pattern on the keypad? Yes, you have a gift for hands-on learning! The chance for students to experience the world through direct interaction can be empowering. While science labs, adventurous books and movies, and playing soccer are enjoyable, spelling, handwriting, and sitting still for long periods can be viewed as painful. The most signi cant part about discovering a learning style is realizing we are all unique. Yes, auditory and visual learners can include tactile learners, too.

• Use index cards and color for memory or quizzing purposes.

• A computer can aid in note-taking as well as recording lectures. Students can quickly answer why they enjoy one class more than another. The format of the teaching method and subject matter do count. Now, students have a greater understanding of their weaknesses and strengths. The answers to save time, reduce frustration, and boost con dence are available. Try a new strategy. When concepts work, keep using them! It may be the difference between receiving a “C” or an “A!” Good luck!

While reading and writing are the principal methods of learning, visual learners excel at memory games that require a visual recall. While students may enjoy demonstrations and written directions over verbal instructions, taking notes must be a strength.

• Use an e-reader with an audiobook when available.

Forsyth Community 2019 | 55 A Child’s Learning CenterWorld 2005 Clemmons,ClemmonsLewisvilleRd.NC 27012 (336) Preschool766-8222/Daycare Serving Infants – PreKindergarten, including Before and A er School Care for up to 12 years old Apple Tree Academies 3 Twin Brook Drive Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 764-0005 Daycare Clemmons Elementary School 6200 Bingham Avenue Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 712-4444 Public ServingSchoolKindergarten –5th grade Clemmons Moravian Child Care 3560 (336)Clemmons,AvenueSpangenbergNC27012766-6979 Preschool / Daycare Serving Infants – PreKindergarten, including Before and A er School Care for students through 5th grade Clemmons United Methodist Highway 158 / Stratford Clemmons,Road NC 27012 (336) 766-9593 Preschool / Kindergarten / A er School & Summer Care Immanuel Baptist Church 1505 Clemmons,ClemmonsLewisvilleRdNC 27012 (336) 766-4226 Preschool / Daycare Serving Infants – PreKindergarten, including Before and A er School Care for up to 12 years old Montessori School 6050 Holder Road Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-5550 Private School Serving Toddler - Middle School Enrolling Adolescent Program for Fall 2018 Morgan Elementary School 3210 Village Point Drive Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 703-4148 Public ServingSchoolKindergarten –5th grade New Childcare IncHorizons 6395 Cephis (336)NCClemmons,Drive27012766-7079 Preschool / ServingDaycareInfants Pre-Kindergarten–SchoolElementarySouthwest 1631 (336)NCClemmons,SchoolSWRoad27012712-4422 Public KindergartenServingSchool –5th grade West Forsyth High School 1735 (336)NCClemmons,Clemmons Rd.Lewisville27012712-4400 Public 12th gradeServingSchool9th–CLEMMONS Child Care Network 5038 Styers Ferry Lewisville,Road NC 27023 (336) 766-3233 Preschool / Daycare Serving Infants – PreKindergarten, including Before and A er School Care for students through 5th grade Forsyth Day SchoolCountry 5501 Shallowford Road Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-3151 Private School Age 2 – 12th grade Lewisville Elementary School 150 Lucy Lewisville,LaneNC 27023 (336) 945-5355 Public ServingSchoolKindergarten –5th grade Lewisville United Methodist Church 6290 Shallowford Lewisville,Road NC 27023 (336) 945-3204 Preschool / Morning OutMothers Sunrise Methodist ChurchUnited 1111 (336)27023Lewisville,ClemmonsLewisvilleRd.NC712-8000 A er School Care West Christian PreschoolForsyth 1200 (336)27023Lewisville,ClemmonsLewisvilleRd.NC712-2424 Preschool / Daycare Serving 2 – 4 years

• If writing is a dif culty, create a visual storyboard with pictures or use a whiteboard.

• Study with a group. Create memory games or ashcards to aid in remembering.

• Consider listening to audiobooks or podcasts. It may take time, but soon enough, you will enhance your ability to listen, remember details, and follow along from start to nish.

SOLUTIONS • Reread notes to improve understanding, and correct quizzes and tests to understand mistakes.

SOLUTIONS

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, rst published in 1969, is a classic illustrated picture book. Educational lessons include the days of the week and the life cycle of a caterpillar. Parents cannot stop with one story; Eric Carle has a collection of 60 captivating and educational stories.

Mercy Watson series by Kate DiCamillo is about a porcine wonder, namely a pig that sleeps in a bed in Mr. and Mrs. Watson’s house. Young children will love the adventure of Mercy and the colorful array of interesting characters. Beyond the six books, children can expand their knowledge by learning about the side characters presented as “Tales from Deckawoo Drive.” (Ages 5 to 8)

PICTURE BOOKS Beloved for their illustrations, picture books can be presented in poetic or repetitious ways to encourage recognition of words, and the ability to read along. Not all picture books feature controlled words for a speci c audience. Many picture books include challenging words and complicated sentences to expand and introduce vocabulary, especially if the words are from a Dr. Seuss story, presented as nonsensical, which may offer a lesson in both rhyme and phonetics.

Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown is a classic favorite of readers and listeners since 1947. Most families possess several copies for every bookshelf, and multiple formats, including the board book and bath book. In a green room, a little bunny is tucked in bed to say goodnight to all the items in sight. This story emphasizes a form of poetry and repetition. We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury is not only an award-winning classic, but the “chant” of the story will give young children the opportunity to “read along.” And, since, children will want to read often, consider buying a board book, especially for children under the age of four.

Septimus Heap series by Angie Sage comprises seven books. Children who love animals that talk in a world of magic, castles, princesses, scribes, and an Outstanding Wizard will love the introduction of building quirky characters and multiple storylines. Starting in third grade, children will need longer chapters. Families can consider listening to an audiobook while allowing a child to hold the book in their hands. (Ages 8 to 12)

The Magic Treehouse series by Mary Pope Osbourne presents a magical adventure in the past. Brother and sister, Jack and Annie, are whisked to a time and place of ancient pyramids, past presidents, explorers, and scientists, or to experience tornadoes, wars, or other events in our history. To expand the factual information in each book, more than half of the 55 books have a non- ction companion called “Fact-Trackers” (Ages 6 to 9)

Peter and the Starcatchers series by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson is a parody of Peter Pan in ve books. Of course, readers will quickly discover who the characters “Black Stache,” and a ferocious crocodile, named “Mister Grin” are. Despite the short chapters, children will want to continue reading. Each chapter ends with a curiosity to know what will happen next. (Ages 9 and up)

Of course, our favorite characters in children’s literature come alive each time a book opens, whether they are the Kings and Queens of Narnia, a girl named Pippi Longstocking, a “Big Friendly Giant,” or an elephant named Horton. Reading together is an adventure of togetherness and memories.

CHAPTER BOOKS Reading with your child presents a means to increase her interest in books, and assist with understanding, character development, problems, and solutions. As children practice, they become more comfortable with words while experiencing new worlds, charming, humorous, or daring characters, and predicting endings to unusual plot twists. Chapter books have become much more captivating, and are not just for children!

Owls. Bears. Rabbits. Frogs. The main characters that captivate our children’s interest from beginning to end. It’s inspiring to hear a child giggling as pages are being lifted and turned over. A love of reading is usually fostered by a parent who invests many personal moments with his or her child, selecting titles from the bookshelf to offer a great illustrated adventure.

Goodnight Moon & Other Books to Read with Your Children

BY LISA S.T. DOSS

Goodnight Opus by Berkley Breathed is a story about a night-time adventure set in couplets. As parents read, the listeners will want to provide the rhyming words at the end of each line. The captivating and humorous illustrations will help readers of all ages to “depart from the text.”

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This passage is one of several that speak of spiritual gifts the Holy Spirit gives us, and how we should exercise those gifts to the bene t of the church.

In Charles Stanley’s book, “The Spirit-Filled Life,” he dedicated a chapter on making the most of our spiritual gifts. Lest you think that you don’t have any gifts, the Holy Spirit would beg to differ.

Then, 1 Corinthians 12:11-12 reminds us, “All these are empowered by one and the same Spirit, who apportions to each one individually as he wills. For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.”

BY DENISE HEIDEL has spiritual gifts. It’s up to us to discover them and allow the Holy Spirit to use them to His purpose.

Romans 12:4-5 says, “For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.”

When it comes to the community of the church, being a part of a fellowship of believers is tremendously important. It’s not about building our social circles, though that does tend to happen when you become active in a church community. It’s also about encouragement, being spiritually fed, and sharing our spiritual gifts for the betterment of the whole.

When church members embrace their role in the community of the church, they change things. They are no longer just going to church; they are BEING the church.

But talking about gifts feels awkward… like we’re bragging. But when we identify our gifts and give credit to God (where it’s due!), it’s not It’s acknowledgment.boasting.

The Community of the Church & The Impact of Our Spiritual Gifts

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Dr. Stanley pointed out that when we use our spiritual gifts for Christ, we are invigorated by them, and don’t grow tired from using them.

Every Christian

Your gift may be so natural to you, that you don’t even consider it a gift. For instance, you may have the gift of encouragement; the gift of mercy; the gift of compassion; the gift of teaching; or the gift of administration. Whatever your gift is, using it to strengthen the body of believers is a tremendous act of service to your church.

Revelation 4:4 speaks of 24 elders who wear gold crowns, and in verse 10, they lay their crowns at the feet of Jesus. In verse 11, the elders say, “You are worthy, O Lord our God, to receive glory and honor and power. For you created all things, and they exist because you created what you pleased.” We can do the same with our gifts. When we commit to using our spiritual gifts to the betterment of the church community, we are laying our gifts at the feet of Jesus because He alone is worthy. As you pray and contemplate your role in your church, consider how you can be a part of your church community. When we allow the Holy Spirit to use our gifts, the impact can change the world and have an enduring in uence on His Kingdom!

Because when church members come together to utilize their spiritual gifts, believers can grow in Christ and strengthen their church community.

Union Hill Baptist Church 8494 Lasater Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-8317

Temple Baptist Church 7035 Franklin Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-3944

Concord Methodist ChurchUnited 8955 Concord Church Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-3691

Bible Baptist Church 6350 Styers Ferry Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 778-8737

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Friends Baptist Church 1840 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-3533

Agape Faith

Grace Baptist Church 7795 Grapevine Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-4219

CHURCH OF CHRIST Capernaum Church Of Christ 8806 Lasater Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-1516

Goodwill Baptist Church 548 Goodwill Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 764-3930

CATHOLIC Holy Family Catholic Church 4820 Kinnamon Rd Winston-Salem, NC 27103 (336) 778-0600

West Haven Baptist Church 2580 Old Glory Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 712-1661

Clemmons Baptist ChurchFirst 3530 Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-6486

PRESBYTERIAN Dr Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 624-9529

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Lewisville Methodist ChurchUnited 6290 Shallowford Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-3203

New Hope AME Zion Church 7000 Shallowford Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-9083

EPISCOPAL St Clement Episcopal Church 3600 Harper Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-4323

Centenary Methodist ChurchUnited 5280 Hampton Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-5987

Center Grove Baptist Church 8750 Lasater Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-5727

Lewisville Baptist Church 125 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-3706

Presbyterian ChurchClemmons Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-4631

MORAVIAN Clemmons Moravian Church 35635 Spangenberg Ave Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-6273

Immanuel Baptist Church 1505 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-4226

Hickory Grove AME Zion Church 3791 Harper Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-5142

Victory Baptist Church 4765 Hampton Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-7071

Hillsdale Methodist ChurchUnited 5018 US Highway 158 Advance, NC 27006 (336) 998-4020

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Generations Church 1275 Williams Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 946-0480

Harmony United Methodist ChurchGrove 5041 Styers Ferry Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 712-0057

AFRICAN EPISCOPALMETHODIST

Sharon Methodist ChurchUnited 5330 Sharon Church Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-5386

Presbyterian ChurchHope 2570 Harper Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 778-1556 Reynolda ChurchClemmons Campus Jerry Long YMCA 1150 South Peace Haven Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 723-0716 River Community ChurchOaks 1855 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-0033 Salem Presbytery 3950 Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-3393 Presbyterian ChurchShallowford 1200 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 766-3178 QUAKER Trinity Friends Meeting Williams Lewisville,RdNC 27023 (336) 945-2944 SEVENTH-DAY Clemmons Seventh-Day Adventist 2500 Neudorf Rd # F Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) Forsyth712-0077Community 2019 | 59

Unity Moravian Church 8300 Concord Church Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-3801

Clemmons Methodist ChurchUnited 3700 Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-6375

Associate ReformedCenterpoint 2849 Middlebrook

JEHOVAH’S WITNESS Jehovah’s Witnesses 1710 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 712-9933

LUTHERAN Shiloh Lutheran Church 703 Lewisville Vienna Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-5255

BAPTIST Bethel Baptist Church 4111 Friedberg Church Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 764-4794

Arcadia Methodist ChurchUnited NC Highway 150 Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 764-0400

Sunrise Methodist ChurchUnited 1111 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 712-8000

Grapevine Baptist Church 7869 Grapevine Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 945-6195

LATTER-DAY SAINTS Church Of Jesus Christ Of LDS 4260 Clinard Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-3607

Warners Church-ChristChapel 8999 Lasater Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-6078

Westside Christian Church 5086 Styers Ferry Rd Lewisville, NC 27023 (336) 777-6185

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Church 2101 Lewisville Clemmons Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-3213 Christian ChurchClemmons 6131 Frye Bridge Rd Clemmons, NC 27012 (336) 766-5449

happening around our area?

• Where can I look for childcare?

• What are the best places to take kids to eat?

TMoM is proud to offer local families one of the most up-to-date event calendars in the area. Every day we research and add new events for children, adults, and families. Our new website now allows readers to search for events by city when you visit the individual city pages for Winston-Salem, High Point, and Greensboro.

Triad Moms on (TriadMomsOnMain.com)Main is an all-inclusive website resource that serves parents throughout the entire Triad. Our site has been live for eight years and continues to grow and evolve thanks to the input and suggestions of our readers and fans. We recently unveiled a new look to TMoM, which has helped us offer even more useful tools for parents.

CHOICE AWARDSREADER-FAVORITE

• TMoM has a very active social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. We also manage a memberonly Triad Moms on Main Community Chat page on Facebook where you can ask advice, questions or share free events with one another. Just ask to join, and you’ll be added as a member. Search for “Triad Moms on Main” on all these platforms. Make a point to visit TMoM often online at TriadMomsOnMain.com.

From birthday party venues to arts and sports programs, to summer camps and VBS listings, local parks/ playgrounds and pools, or infant resources – we have a directory for it.

Every two weeks you have the option to enter one of our giveaways, and most prizes are valued at $100 or more! There are never any strings attached to enter, and there is always the chance to win.

TRIAD MOMS ON MAIN: A Resource for all Parents of the Piedmont

•TMoM also offers:Atwice-weeklynewsletter to keep you in the know! Our Monday newsletter features weekly events while our Wednesday newsletter features blog links, news, and announcements. Look for the newsletter sign up box on TMoM to become a subscriber.

BY KATIE MOOSBRUGGER, CO-FOUNDER OF TRIAD MOMS ON MAIN

In a nutshell, here are some things you’ll find on Triad Moms on Main:

A EVENT CALENDARCOMPREHENSIVE

Also, if you’re a member of a mom group (such as MOPS or similar organization) we’d love the opportunity to present TMoM to your group. Just email me –along with any questions –Katie@TriadMomsOnMain.com.at questions to friends, family and on social media?

• What are some fun events through a daily blog, with each article offering a new perspective on the needs and interests of raising children in the Triad. Nearly every

Every February, TMoM hosts its Choice Awards contest which celebrates all things parent-related in the Triad. We ask our readers to nominate the best of the best in categories ranging in everything from restaurants to summer camps. The best part for parents is that it accumulates a list of reader-favorite businesses and services that you know you can trust! In addition to these resources,

Just about anything you’d want a referral or suggestion for can be found in one of our 40+ directories.

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• Are there any local resources for children with special needs? If so, then it’s time to introduce you (or reintroduce you) to all that Triad Moms on Main (TMoM) has to offer!

HELPFUL DIRECTORIES

blog on our site is written by a mom or a local organization that supports parents and kids.

BI-WEEKLY GIVEAWAYS

• Where is the best place to host a birthday party locally?

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When your child wakes up in the middle of the night feeling sick, it is hard to get it together. Having a pre-prepared basket with all the supplies, you might need will have you thanking yourself time and time again. Keep items like a thermometer, Gatorade, stomach meds, fever reducer, chicken noodle soup, and crackers. You can even keep it in a bucket in case your little one is throwing up.

MEDICINE CHART ON THE BOTTLE

CLEAN PLASTIC TOYS IN THE DISHWASHER

Parenthood is the most joyful, wonderful, ful lling experience life has to offer. But let’s be real, it is also extremely hard and exhausting. Finding ways to simplify life and make things a little easier can go a long way.

Adding a few stylish bins to an existing shelf or placing a storage ottoman in the room can give you a place to put toys away quickly so that everyone can enjoy the space.

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When you have kids, it’s hard to keep your living room from looking like a playroom. Your children are going to play in the spaces that you all share as a family, but that doesn’t mean they have to be cluttered with toys.

Most kids have way more toys than they need, but it is hard for them to let them go. Every 3-6 months, go through toys with your child and pull out things they haven’t played with. Put them in a box and tell your child that you will keep them for 3-6 months in the garage or basement. Assure your child if they ask for it, it can be taken out. But once the allotted time has passed, if they have not asked for it, it will be donated to a child in need. This will simplify the amount of toys in your home and help your children let go of things they don’t use.

When sickness hits your home, you can be overwhelmed by the amount of cleaning you have to do to disinfect. A great hack that will save you time and get rid of germs is to clean plastic toys in the dishwasher. Loaded that dishwasher with toys and run it while you clean the things that can’t be disinfected so easily. These are just a few ideas to help you simplify and make life a little easier. There really are a million ways to do things differently. If you nd there is something in your family that makes you feel overwhelmed, talk to your parent friends and look online for ways to make it better. There is always a hack; you just have to gure it out.

Seven Parenting

ACCESSIBLE SNACKS Kids are always hungry, and a great way to make your life easier is to make snacks accessible to them so they can help get them for themselves. Keep a basket or rack in the kitchen or pantry lled with individually portioned snacks, like gold sh, granola bars, and applesauce pouches. You can also place nonrefrigerated fruits, like apples and bananas in there as well. In the fridge, dedicate a low height drawer to refrigerated snacks like yogurt and cheese sticks. Making sure they have healthy options they can reach on their own is a great way to simplify snack time.

When your child is taking medicine, it is hard to remember if you have given them every dose. Draw a grid on the side of the bottle with a sharpie. Each dose your child receives will be checked off on the bottle when you give it. This will help you keep track, and every time you see the bottle, you will be reminded to check it off.

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Life is busy, and when you do get time to make it to the grocery store, if you have children with you it can be extra exhausting. Using a grocery service with online ordering can make this necessary chore much easier. Most services allow you to sign in and keep a running list of things you need every week, as well as allowing you to easily customize your needs for the week. Whether you stop to pick up the groceries or have them delivered, this can be a huge timesaver.

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BINS IN SHARED SPACES

SIMPLIFY TOYS

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Another bonus is that it can limit the amount of toys that are allowed into the space, which will help kids keep their toys in their rooms.

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For the more adventurous creative soul, this family owned and operated glass studio offers moderate to advanced classes regularly, as well as seasonal beginner classes such as ornament making. Whether you want to learn how to fuse recycled glass into original works of art or create your very own glass boxes of your own design, this studio can help you. They also offer a beginner class which covers all the basics on how to get started with creating pieces such as coasters, jewelry, and more. For the majority of their classes, all materials are provided. A full class listing and all the information on how to register can be found at WarmGlass.com, class prices for adults start at $75.

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Getting Creative in Clemmons

BY TABI FALCONE

Ever since Bob Ross became a cultural icon, learning how to paint has been something that has become increasingly available. Lately, there has been a boom in “Wine and Paint” events being hosted at various venues. At this Paint Nite event, you are able to enjoy a restaurant ambiance while also being able to create your very own painting with the helpful instruction of a professional artist. Each event has a speci ed painting that all members will create, but as with most art, each person makes it their own. The subjects of the paintings vary, often seasonally, and include (but are not limited to) scenic works, oral arrangements, and animals. All materials are included in the price. This event is held weekly on Wednesdays by Paint Nite Piedmont Triad at the 2520 Tavern, details on speci c classes and tickets can be found at PaintNite.com. Class costs are in the $40$45 range.

One of the largest trends sweeping across towns in America is DIY and creativity. Between DIY shows on TV and countless scrolls on Pinterest, there is inspiration everywhere for people to want to get their hands dirty and make something from scratch. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have the hundreds or sometimes thousands of dollars worth of equipment to create masterful projects like what we see on social media. This is where the creative DIY industry comes in. Many stores are bringing this trend to the masses by holding classes that relate back to what they do, so that their customers can come make their own creations under the watchful eye of a professional. Three shops such as these can be found right here in the Clemmons, North Carolina region.

PAINT NITE AT 2520 TAVERN

SEWING CLASSES AT SEWINGLY YOURS

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There is a full range of classes offered at Sewingly Yours for all levels of skill. For those who want to learn how to sew using a standard sewing machine, there is a beginner pajama bottom class. For those looking to hone their skills, there are master quilting classes using the long arm machines housed as the shop. There are also numerous home good classes to teach you how to create things such as jelly roll rugs, piped edge pillows, and holiday-themed fabric baskets. There are even classes which will take you from start to nish on creating your very own quilt. Quilt classes also vary by skill; there are beginning quilts to dip your toes into the hobby, as well as advanced classes that involve detailed piecings and advanced quilting designs. You can even create a bookshelf quilt! Class information can be found at SewinglyYours. net; pricing begins at $25. So step outside of your comfort zone and check out any of these great opportunities to learn a new skill, or even refresh an old skill. The best part is that you don’t even have to leave Clemmons to do it.

Located in nearby Winston Salem, visit Daniel Boone Gem Mining to roll up your sleeves and get your prospecting on. With several packages available, you choose a pre-made bucket that you then mine with a sieve and hands-on instructions from the knowledgeable staff. The buckets have a variety of gems and other nds such as amethyst, citrine, quartz, calcite, arrowheads, sharks teeth, petri ed wood, rubies, emeralds, and geodes, among other crystals. There is also the option to buy a solid geode and use the geode cracking station to reveal the beautiful crystals within. The staff is very helpful with assisting in identifying the types of gems found, and the website has a list of the meanings of all the gems. Fun Fact: rose quartz represents love and romance while green quartz represents prosperity. Not only can you mine for gems as a fun date or family outing, but they also host birthday parties! More information can be found at DanielBooneGemMining.com, and pricing for mining buckets begins at $21.95.

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DANIEL BOONE GEM MINING

A Clemmons staple since 20007, Dahlia’s Floral Design is well known in the area for their exemplary oral arrangements (specializing not only in events, but also in every day oristry), as well as their penchant for supporting local small businesses. They have a variety of local artisans featured within their shop and source locally for their arrangements as much as they are able. What you may not know is that they also offer DIY oristry classes. While their most popular classes are the seasonal wreathes and centerpieces (and if you’ve ever seen one of their centerpieces you know why!), they also offer classes on how to creatively construct a terrarium, garland, and ower crowns. Not only do these classes help guide its participants in making an aesthetically pleasing item, the execution is also on par with their professional work. Classes are posted on their Facebook page and contact information can also be found on their website Dahlias-Flowers.com. Classes range between $50$75 each.

This is not your typical middle school play set-up. If your child is looking to expand their

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All of the best towns across the country have a variety of experiences that can be enjoyed, and Clemmons is no exception to this rule. Beside the small town atmosphere and friendly people, there are several exceptional organizations that provide arts and entertainment to the Clemmons area. Whether you are wanting to have some quality time with your kids, explore nature, or spice up your date night, you can check out the following local businesses right here in your own neighborhood.

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Are you interested in something a little more outside of the box? Take one of the many ballroom dance classes offered at local Fred Astaire Dance Studio. Boasting that they can teach almost anybody to dance gracefully, a plethora of classes are offered in many different dance expressions. Want to impress your signi cant other by being able to lead them in a romantic waltz on your next at home date night? They can help! Dance classes aren’t just for preparing for your rst dance at your wedding anymore, although they do offer wedding packages. Add some excitement to your next date night by checking out one of their many salsa or tango classes offered. They offer classes in a multitude of rhythm styles including merengue, swing, rumba, and even polka. Fred Astaire Dance Studio is located at 2669 Lewisville Clemmons Road, Clemmons NC.

What compilation of entertainment in Clemmons would be complete without a shout out to the locally famous Tanglewood Park? A summer favorite for its extensive pool which includes water slides, a lazy river ride and a splash pad, the fun doesn’t stop there. Peppered with playgrounds and hiking trails, there is something that every member of the family can enjoy. You can take a paddle boat out to enjoy local shing, or you can have a picnic at one of the many picnic sites. When your picnic is nished, head on over to the stables to go on a guided horseback ride on one of the many friendly horses housed at this park. Spend a few hours hitting up the full golf course, then enjoy a relaxing stroll through the gardens. If you want a little more physical exertion, there are full tennis courts to be enjoyed as well. Even man’s best friend can enjoy this park with Tanglewoof Dog Park. Want to make a weekend getaway without driving too far? Check out The Manor House, a renowned bed and breakfast located in the heart of the park. Decorated in a unique southern antique aesthetic, this establishment offers up ten bedrooms of your choice year round. Tanglewood Park is located at 4061 Clemmons Road, Clemmons NC.

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68 | ForsythMags.com 24 Hours in Clemmons Visiting the Village of Clemmons for just 24 hours? Wondering what you should do? We had residents share their ultimate Clemmons “must-do’s” with us… enjoy! Mama Mia Italian ice, Cherries Cafe, Sweet Repeats Penny Lane Boutique!and -Cindy Smith Go to the Goodwill! There are great people that work there! -Terri Meeks Visit Country Store!Clemmons -Jacky Barnes Visit my Chics(Kingery anddentistKingery),someshoppingatHipBoutique,breakfastatCrackerBarrelandavisittoTanglewood! -Sharon Pullen Go to Family Restaurant.Pete’s -Sarah Gatewood Tanglewood and Cherrie’s or Ronni’s with my family! -Jill Nyswonger Village Nail Spa! Ask for Linn. And then dinner at Three Bulls! -Tamara Bodford Always Tanglewood Park and Hip Chics Boutique! -Alexis Snow Cracker and Sweet Frog!Barrel -Vivian Bricker

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Shopping at Fraleigh’s Boutique, owers from Dahlia’s Floral Design, dinner at Ronni’s and end at Krispy Kreme!

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Go to Chick-Fil-A at least once! Walkup Tanglewood! All of it! Seriously. Fishing, arboretum, playgrounds, golf, bike trails, dog park! Stewart

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Breakfast at Breakfasttime, head to Tanglewood Park to ride the bike trails, take a horseback ride, or let the dogs run at the bark park. Then onto a lunch of wings and pizza at Ronnie’s. Now for some shopping at Hip Chics, Penny Lane, and Clemmons Country Store. A massage and relaxation time in the halo salt den at Essential Balanced Bodywork. Now to dinner at 2502, and then a sweet treat at Ava’s Cupcakes. -Ashley Burrow

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Locally, in Clemmons, NC, we have many options, from the Jerry Long Family YMCA, to CrossFit District 5 and Fitness 2000. Like all gyms, there are peak times when it may seem like everyone and their brother is working out, so if you don’t like crowds, you may want to go early in the morning or late in the evening. Should your schedule only allow you to go during peak hours, ask the staff about the wait time for machines or equipment. If you work 2nd or 3rd shifts, a gym like Fitness 2000, open to members 24/7, may be the best bet for you. If you’re all about group fitness classes because you know you can’t motivate yourself, make sure the gym you are considering offers those classes. If not classes, maybe a personal trainer to keep you on task during your workout. Either way, if you’re just starting out, consider the size and types of classes a gym offers. Instructors who focus on technique so you don’t get injured by doing an exercise incorrectly are the best. If you need focused instruction, then a smaller class may be best, but if you feel confident about your workout level, then a larger class, such as offered at our local Y, may be the fun and motivation you seek. C3 Fitness offers both group classes as well as one on one training, and Fitness Edge also offers one on one training. But if you want to explore other workouts like barre or yoga or Pilates, there are wonderful options nearby to try. Pure Barre-Clemmons and Sunrise Yoga Studio are in Clemmons, and Inner Strength Pilates is just down the street in Winston-Salem. Barre classes mix elements of Pilates, dance, yoga and functional training, and the moves are choreographed to motivating music. In barre class you will use the barre and exercise equipment such as miniballs and small hand weights to sculpt, slim and stretch your entire body. It may sound easy, but it is a great, targeted workout. If you want to bring a little Zen into your life and relieve stress, yoga may be a great addition to your life and workout. Yoga classes can help you with your breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily posture, which is essential for overall health and relaxation of the body. Pilates focuses on strengthening your core and conditioning your body with precision of movement that will also improve your lean muscle mass, flexibility, muscular balance, and posture.

Online reviews and recommendations from friends are good jumping off points to narrow the field of gyms, but there are a few more things to consider. When it comes to picking a gym, think like you are picking a house: location, location, location. If you join a gym that isn’t in your normal travel area, out of the way, not convenient, you won’t go. If the gym is close to your house, on the way to and from work, or close enough to go and get back home, you are more likely to make going a habit that you will stick with over time.

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With all the options available, you also need to balance what you want and need from a gym and what you can afford. You may need to go straight to work after your workout and, if that’s the case, then a shower and locker room are musts, or if you have small children and will need childcare while you work out, then that will narrow your options. The best way to decide on the gym for you is to make a list of what you want, set a budget, jot down a few questions and make an appointment to see the gym, preferably during classes that you think might interest you. Just remember, don’t let any obstacle get in your way of becoming a healthier you. There is a gym that fits your needs, just look and you will find it! CAROLYN S. PETERSON

HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT GYM FOR ME?

Finding a gym can be compared to finding your significant other. You are investing your time, money and energy into a gym, which are the elements you give to a new relationship. You need to be certain you’ve made the best choice for you and your training goals.

Taking the first step to a healthier lifestyle begins with finding the right place to work out, one that has activities and amenities that interest you. It’s pretty simple – the more you like something, the more likely you are to do it. Clemmons, NC offers many fitness and wellness centers to choose from, all focused on helping you make changes that, over time, turn into a new lifestyle.

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CUCUMBER MARGARITA Incredibly refreshing! An added touch of jalapeno for an extra kick but is 100% optional.

INGREDIENTS

1 ounce tequila ¼ cup lime juice ½ ounce agave ½ ounce orange liqueur 1 cucumber, sliced Jalapeno, for garnish Ice DIRECTIONS 1. Muddle cucumber in the bottom of a glass cup. Add tequila, lime juice, agave, orange liqueur and ice to the muddled cucumber. Shake, strain and serve over ice. Add sliced cucumber and jalapeno for garnish if desired. When it comes to summer cocktails, a margarita can’t be beat! Frozen, on the rocks, classic or with a twist, margaritas are my go-to summer cocktail to feed a crowd or enjoy on my own. These simple recipes are perfect to join you poolside on these squelching summer days!

Whether you are sitting on a sunny tropical island or in your own backyard oasis, an ice-cold drink always seems the most appropriate. When I close my eyes and feel the warmth of summer, I immediately begin to reach for a frozen margarita — even before reaching for the sunscreen. If you’re like me, and your cocktails take priority, then I’m here to share with you three simple (but delicious!) recipes that will keep your taste buds quenched through these hot summer nights. Versatile and classic, each recipe can be customized to your preference, and while each recipe is one serving, they can be easily batched to feed a crowd.

2. Season kabocha (or sweet potato), butternut and acorn squashes with salt and pepper. Lay them cut side down on rimmed baking sheets. Pour 1 cup of water onto each baking sheet and cover the squash with foil. Bake for 1 hour, or until tender. Let cool slightly and carefully scoop esh into a bowl.

PALOMA MARGARITA A twist on this classic tequila cocktail. This marries the best of a Paloma and a Margarita.

SUMMER MARGARITAS BY SARA WILES

1 ounce lime juice ½ ounce agave Ice DIRECTIONS 1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake, strain and serve over ice. Finish with a splash of grenadine. Garnish with a salted rim and/or grapefruit slices if desired.

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WINTER SQUASH SOUP WITH PIE SPICES BY SARA WILES

CLASSIC MARGARITA

½ ounce agave ¼ cup lime juice (key lime juice works great, too!) 1 ½ ounce tequila ¾ ounce triple sec LimeIce wedges, for garnish DIRECTIONS 1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake, strain and serve over ice. Garnish with a salted rim and/or lime wedges if desired.

3 ½ pounds kabocha squash (or pureed sweet potato) 2 pounds butternut squash, halved and seeded 1 ½ pounds acorn squash, halved and seeded Salt and pepper 2 cups 7tablespoonswater unsalted butter, 3tablespoons melted 1 white onion, diced ¼ teaspoon cardamom ¼ teaspoon nutmeg 1⁄8 teaspoon cinnamon 4 ½ cups chicken stock 1 cup heavy cream

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1Grenadine½ounce tequila ¼ cup grapefruit juice

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3. In a large saucepan or casserole dish, melt 4tablespoons of butter. Add onion and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and cloves and cook until fragrant. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil over moderately high heat. Add squash esh and heavy cream and simmer over moderate heat for ve minutes. Working in batches, puree the soup in a food processor or blender and return to pan. Season with salt and pepper and keep warm over low heat.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

INGREDIENTS: Crust: Pre-made chocolate crust or graham cracker crust

Pie Filling: 8 oz. softened cream cheese

DIRECTIONS: Beat cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar, butter, and vanilla in large bowl until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip. Spoon into crust. Garnish with grated chocolate or wafer crumbs if desired. Refrigerate. Yields 8 to 10 servings.

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3. Drain and place back into the pot while you make the sauce.

4. Pat dough into a round, 6-inch loaf and place onto a greased baking sheet or in a cast-iron pot. Cut a cross shape into the top.

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray baking dish with nonstick spray.

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2. Cut cauli ower into bite-size pieces and boil until crisp and tender (5-10 minutes).

I must admit I’ve tried some strange combinations over the years: a peanut butter and onion sandwich (once was enough) and a peanut butter hamburger. The peanut butter burger was on the menu as a specialty a few years ago at the beach. It was different, and while I did nish it, I’ll pass on a repeat. However, some tried and true favorites include peanut butter ice cream (it was requested for every ice cream social our church had), rice crispy treats with peanut butter included (very tasty), peanut butter smoothed in celery or on apple slices, and my favorite breakfast (rice cakes with peanut butter and a sliced banana).

3. Add buttermilk and stir with a fork until the dough just comes together – do not over stir! Turn onto your work surface prepared with our and knead, 12 to 14 turns.

5. Place cauli ower in a dish, pour sauce over and combine.

These days I make Irish Soda Bread every St. Patrick’s Day. Its simplicity, and rustic qualities make it easy to prepare and easy to eat. Paired with stews or prepared as your breakfast toast, this recipe is divine, simple and festive!

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6. Top with remaining ½ cup of cheese and bake until cheese is bubbly.

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1 large head of cauli ower

1 cup Cool Whip Grated chocolate or wafer crumbs

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese pinch of garlic powder (optional) salt and pepper to taste

Now to the pie:

At my house, macaroni and cheese is a staple. If my mind is blank on what side(s) to make for dinner… I’ll pull out a box of mac and cheese. And I love a good box of Velveeta mac and cheese as much as the next person, but this cauli ower mac and cheese puts any and all boxed mac and cheese to shame. I promise. Yes, it’s a little more trouble than opening a box and dumping noodles into boiling water… but so worth it. And bonus! It’s much lower in carbs.

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4. In a saucepan, bring heavy cream to a simmer and whisk in cream cheese and 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar until melted. Add garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.

PEANUT BUTTER PIE

1 Tbsp. soft butter

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3 cups bleached all-purpose our, plus more for your working surface 1 cup cake our 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar 1 ½ teaspoons table salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted 1 ½ cups buttermilk, at room temperature

Peanut butter pie is a staple from most childhoods. A favorite sandwich for most kids is a gooey peanut butter and jelly sandwich with the jelly oozing out from the sides. Frankly, our dog loves his peanut butter quarter sandwich and never realizes there’s medicine in it (I’m sure he still wonders what happened to his 3 am sandwich he got while recovering from surgery!).

When I rst began baking, I was terri ed of recipes that involved yeast. Traditional bread was simply too complex for me even to wrap my head around. Because of this fear I began to rely on quick breads, or breads that typically do not require yeast, to learn. Zucchini bread, pumpkin loaves, and Irish soda bread became staples for my weekend baking adventures.

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5. Bake until golden and when an inserted toothpick comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter; cool to room temperature.

2. Whisk together ours, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt in a large mixing bowl. Work softened butter into the our mixture with a fork or your ngers until its texture resembles coarse crumbs.

PEANUT BUTTER PIE BY VONDA HENDERSON

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

If you aren’t a cauli ower fan, please do me a favor and keep reading! You may or may not know that cauli ower is known for soaking up the avors of surrounding ingredients. Therefore, this dish does not really taste like cauli ower. Believe it or not, it tastes like macaroni and cheese.

1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 ounces cream cheese

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can be tricky at rst. Take it one step at a time, don’t get discouraged if things don’t go as planned, and stay on track as best as possible. Soon, your family will accomplish their nancial goals and be stress-free, at least in regards to money.

Creating the Family Budget in Seven Simple Steps

1. Decide on the type of budget system your family will be using. It might be the traditional pen and paper or notebook, excel spreadsheet, software program, or a budgeting system, such as the envelope method. Think about what would work best for your family. Do you have young kids? Do you want something that is simple and easy to keep track of? Are you tech savvy? Consider these types of questions when choosing your system. My favorite is the excel spreadsheet. I can quickly access it on my computer, input my categories, and numbers. 2. Next, gure out the categories for your budget. These elements are based on your family’s habits and daily life. Of course, the categories that need to be included are: family expenses (groceries, clothing, children, and animal needs), medical expenses, household bills, car, debt, and savings. Then, you can customize it even further and create a section for entertainment, family vacation, and outings, date nights, holidays/ birthdays, etc.

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Another good thing about a budget is that it isn’t just for individuals; budgets work for entire families. When it comes to creating a family budget, it is all-hands-on-deck. Every member can play a part in participating and cooperating when it comes to spending and saving money. Getting started with a budget can be confusing, but don’t worry, I’ve got seven steps to make the task easier.

7. After creating the budget, your family’s job is to maintain it. Meet at least once a month, usually at the end of each month, to analyze the budget and see where adjustments need to be made. Also, discuss your nancial goals and your progress. The more often you review your budget, the better off

3. Once you have your categories, set some family nancial goals, both short term, and long term. These should be created as a family with everyone’s input taken into account. For example, your goals could be to pay off the family debt in the next ve years, take a trip to Disney World in two years, or save a certain amount twice a year for your children’s college tuitions. By developing the nancial goals as a family and making it an important event, it allows all members to be accountable and in the know. Be aware of talking about any hardships or troubles in front of your children. The family budget should be a learning experience, but shouldn’t make the kids worry about the future.4.Addsomefun to the learning experience by labeling empty jars with various nancial goals. Then, let everyone (kids and parents) drop their spare change into the various jars. Every so often, count the cash and write the total somewhere visible. Also, have the amount needed for the goal in an easy spot to retrieve, as well. Make it a game and have loved ones guess on which jar lls up rst. These jars are great visual reminders of how hard work and commitment can accomplish goals.5.Onceyouhaveyour categories, calculate your income and expenses. With any type of budget, you rst need to know how much money is coming in. Always start with your income amount when setting up a budget. This way you can tell up front how much you have to spend. If you don’t have an exact amount, gather up your paystubs from the previous months, add them up, and there is your yearly income. Along with your income, think about what expenses are xed and variable. Fixed are payments that are the same amount each month, while variable expenses are payments that change from month to month, such as groceries and gasoline. After adding up your expenses and subtracting them from your income, the left-over amount can go towards your “want” expenses and savings.

6. Look at your xed and variable expenses to see where you might be able to reduce to put more money in your bank account. Also, look for opportunities to earn extra cash. Maybe do spring cleaning and sell unwanted items or pet sit for your friends and family.

One of the most useful things a person can have is a budget. This simple tool helps someone understand their expenses, save money, and divide their income(s) into different categories, such as entertainment, food, etc.

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IT’S COST-EFFECTIVE.

YOU CAN LEARN NEW THINGS. A huge perk to shopping locally is that you can talk to the actual farmers or those who work on the farm. They will have real answers for you when you ask questions about their farming practices, what is in season, and even how to prepare certain foods. Some of the best recipes can be grabbed from farmers – how many people are going to have as many beet recipes as a beet farmer?

IT SUPPORTS FAMILY FARMS & LOCAL BUSINESSES. When you buy produce from a farmers market, you are buying it directly from a local farmer. That means the money you are spending is going towards a family business and stays within the community. Small businesses are more likely to give back to the community, as well as literally being our friends and neighbors, so it makes sense to spend your money where you live.

SUPPORT HUMANE FARMING PRACTICES.

YOU GET THE WHOLE FAMILY INVOLVED. Farmers markets are a family affair. Bring your signi cant other, kids, friends and make it into a day! Talk about the kinds of foods you want on the meal plan beforehand and then go on a scavenger hunt. Let the kids try some samples, maybe even grab a muf n from a local baker to snack on while you stroll the market. Pick up a beautiful bouquet from a local orist to decorate the table when you get home, and really enjoy your day at the farmers market!

IT HELPS YOU CONNECT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY. When you walk through the farmers market regularly, you get to know the other people who also frequent the market in your community, as well as the farmers. You see the nice man who lives down the street and walks his dog and waves to you every morning. You see the mom pushing a stroller who you know works as a yoga instructor at the studio near your work. You see your child’s teacher with her family looking through the pile of kale. Feeling a part of our community in this manner is one of the best parts of small-town America and is an important thing to be preserved.

IT TASTES BETTER. Because farmers markets showcase local produce, they come directly from local farms and are much fresher than what you can buy in stores. Freshness is a huge plus when it comes to the taste of a piece of produce. It’s simple logic to know that an apple that was picked in a farm down the road yesterday is going to taste better than an apple that was picked in another state a week ago.

Local farmers tend to focus on higher quality, humanely raised meat. When supporting these meat farmers you can directly ask the farmer questions about their practice, and often times they will have literature about their farms you can take with you to read. It is wonderful to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing the animals who are providing your family sustenance had good lives. Responsible farming is much easier to nd and con rm when shopping locally.

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YOU CAN KEEP IT SEASONAL. By buying produce locally, you also buy produce seasonally. This means that you can build your menu based off of what is in season. Not only does this lower your costs because you aren’t paying higher prices unintentionally for out of season produce, but it is a nice mix-up to rotate produce in and out with each passing season. As much as you may love pumpkin soup, it does get tiring to have it year round – this helps you keep it in the fall where it belongs.

For some reason, many people have gotten the notion in their mind that shopping for produce at local farmers markets is more expensive than buying produce from big box stores, but that is often not the case. Because there are smaller transportation costs, as well as less overhead, the regular produce usually costs less at farmers markets. Studies have even shown that organic produce is generally much cheaper at farmers markets. Not to mention it lowers your carbon footprint by reducing the transportation time.

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BY CAROLYN S. PETERSON, PHOTOS BY MELINDA LAMM & JAMES STEWART

Thisand productions.yearwillbethe 28th Tanglewood Festival of Lights, beginning November 16th and running until January 1st, 2020, 6-11pm every night. If you’ve never been to this holiday light spectacle, well, I’m not sure what you are waiting for! There truly is nothing like it around, and it ranks as one of the largest light displays in the southeast. The Festival of Lights was recently named as one of the “10 Most Spectacular Holiday Displays Across America.” It has also been chosen as a “Top 20 Event” by the Southeast Tourism Society and was named the “Best Holiday Light Show in NC” by Travel + Leisure. To give back to many of the local charities, there are special walkthroughs of The Festival of Lights; each year the Humane Society of Davie County sponsors a Paws in the Park event, where you can bring your four-legged friend and stroll through Localthe festival.Clemmons’ businesses offer special savings during The Festival of Lights; The Village Inn has a special room package for those visitors seeing the lights who decided to spend a little extra time in Clemmons exploring all the town has to offer.

When you think of a town or city during the holidays or winter, New York City probably comes to mind. The bright lights of the Big Apple are a sight to behold for sure, but don’t sell your own community and the Village of Clemmons, NC short on the winter wonderland that awaits you just around the corner. The Village of Clemmons takes the holidays seriously and knows its residents love celebrating the season. From the snow ake lights hanging from the electric poles throughout town to the events and attractions that draw people to our area every year, we invite you to visit our many boutiques, restaurants and retail establishments this season. Experience the spirit of the season lled with southern hospitality – nd that perfect gift, enjoy a special meal with your family or plan an overnight stay to enjoy the many surrounding Yadkin County wineries, as well as nearby holiday tours

Festival of Lights attendees enjoy listening to festive tunes on the interactive musical displays in which the music is original compositions from the UNC School of the Arts Music Technology students. While driving through the festival, you can stop at the Holiday Gift Village for a little shopping and refreshments. For a more intimate celebration of the season, the Village of Clemmons holds its Annual Tree Lighting each November at the Town Hall. The event is an evening of musical entertainment, a visit from Santa and refreshments.

Clemmons is home to the Festival of Lights, a top 20 Southeast event, and this holiday season we want to be your resource for everything Lights! Visit ClemmonsWonderland.com for: Holiday Discounts and Deals • Estimated Wait Times for the Lights • Discount Nights at the Lights --- STAY, SHOP, PLAY ---

VILLAGE OF CLEMMONS YEAR AT A GLANCE 2 4 JuneFebruary 12 5 1 4 7 2 3 61 5873614 6793684 HOLIDAYS – OFFICES CLOSED JANUARYEVENTS 7-18 Christmas Tree Pick-up 12 E-Recycle FEBRUARY Neighbors Helping Neighbors (Entire Month) Clemmons-Wide Food Drive 5 Behind the Scenes Tour of Clemmons Government MARCH 1 March 23Lip Sync BattleMadnessFamilyFishing Fun 23-31 Forsyth Creek Week 18-29 Bulk Item Pickup 25 Medicine Drop APRIL 4 Coffee with a Cop 27 27Community CleanupClemmonsMovieNightinthe Village MAY 7 Opening 3118of Farmers MarketDayIceCreamFestivalMovieNightinthe Village JUNE (Entire Month) Clemmons Cares - Random Acts of Kindness Month 20 Coffee with a Cop 22 Jerry Long Family YMCA Dirty Dozen and Clemmons Street Festival JULY 23 Fire Appreciation Dayghters AUGUST 6 National Night Out SEPTEMBER 28 Movie Night in the Village OCTOBER 2 National Coffee with a Cop 20 Monster and Goblin HopDash NOVEMBER 4 Flag Retirement Ceremony in Honor of Veterans DECEMBER 3 Annual Tree Lighting RECYCLING WEEKS VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET Every Tuesday from May 7 to October 8. Hours 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM SATURDAY WORKS HOURSPUBLIC Hours 7AM – 11AM 2 11 111 80 | ForsythMags.com

14 30111116 252528 24 2625 19 21 28 29 20 18 31 18 22272320 23 28 101315 1922 1416 25282415 172022 2629 1821231211 27 LIMB PICK-UP Limbs should be placed on the edge of your street by 7:00 a.m. on Monday morning of the following schedule between March and November: West of Lewisville-Clemmons Road and Middlebrook Drive (Tanglewood side) - 1st full week of the month East of Lewisville-Clemmons Road and Middlebrook Drive (Winston-Salem side) - 2nd full week of the month LEAF & GRASS PICK-UP Leaves and grass should be placed on the edge of your street by 7:00 a.m. on Monday morning of the following schedule between April and November: East of Lewisville-Clemmons Road and Middlebrook Drive (Winston-Salem side) 1st & 3rd week of the month West of Lewisville-Clemmons Road and Middlebrook Drive (Tanglewood side) 2nd & 4th week of the month VILLAGE PLANNINGCOUNCILBOARD ZONING ADVISORYSTORMWATEROF ADJUSTMENTBOARDBOARD *Meeting Dates and Event Dates subject to change due to inclement weather Forsyth Community 2019 | 81

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