Impressions Magazine Fall Winter 2017

the city lifestyle magazine of greenville since 1997

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featuring arts business community daytrips + getaways health + wellness home + garden eat + drink recreation and more

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arts business community daytrips + getaways health + wellness home + garden eat + drink recreation etcetera, etcetera

community connection

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a lesson from america’s past

fall arts festival slated for october 28th

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working like a dog

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be sure to mark your calendar

making impressions around town

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event photos from events and fundraisers around the area

ecu begins new mental health online program

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2018 plans approved by vidant health

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deliciously supporting nc farms & community

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5 fabulous deck fix-ups

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picturesque tarboro,nc

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history, unique shops, restaurants & more

simple ways to use olive oil in your every day eating

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fall & winter holidays

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how to survive them like a true wine expert

beaufort wine & food preps for 14th year

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celebrate pioneer heritage in october at the john lawson legacy days on historic contentnea creek in grifton

the pro’s corner

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sand bunker shots

advertiser index

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community connection a lesson from america’s past According to www.population.us, Greenville’s grown a 537% in just under 70 years!

What has attracted so many to our city?

Perhaps the city’s motto, “Find yourself in good company” has helped? Certainly, Vidant Medical Center and the ECU Brody School of Medicine are attractions, too.

ECU has also grown immensely over the years, bringing students and talented faculty from all over the world. In 2012, Forbes Magazine placed Greenville in the top ten of the nation’s “Best Small Places For Business And Careers” Look around and you’ll see lots of reasons for the growth. It hinges upon the quality of our people.

Community comes through meaningful connection. Connection opportunities increase geometrically as population increases. Diversity brings talents and abilities. We share these with each other and gain skills and

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Article by Carol Wright of The Wright School of Music

opportunities. The beauty of this can envelop a city in loving connection. Possibilities are endless when it comes to individual contributions; they can be as deep as the culture of our people.

There are rich examples of connection in our nation’s history. At the turn of the 20th century, the “Settlement House” model offered a chance for poorer immigrants to learn about culture, skills and trades. An echo of this philosophy exists today in some major cities in community music schools.

The Music Settlement in Cleveland, OH and New York City’s Third Street Music School Settlement are prime examples. The Third Street Music School Settlement describes their purpose: “Founded in 1894, Third Street has helped to establish community arts education in the United States.

It was the unique inspiration of Third Street

founder Emilie Wagner to make high quality music instruction the centerpiece of a community settlement house that would also provide social services to the immigrant population...” Another example is the Music Settlement’s mission: “The mission of The Music Settlement is to create a community where artistic expression belongs to everyone by serving those who seek personal growth through the arts.”

I consider myself extremely fortunate. I love my city and am able to serve some of its needs through my profession. As I refine my business model, I search for better ways to connect with the community and to facilitate connection between its citizens.

It’s an exciting time to call Greenville home!

With an ever-expanding diversity of people joining our community, we’re all in a position to build connection and community through the unique gifts we possess.

Investing time and energy into the lives around us creates life-changing possibilities.

Invest yourselves in projects reaching out to each other and reap rewards of connection.

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fall arts festival slated for october 28th A new fall event is on the horizon to help support and celebrate the growth of local artists and the emerging Arts District of Greenville. Whirligig Stage and the Greenville Museum of Art are partnering to host the Pitt County Fall Arts Festival, which will be held on Saturday, October 28th from noon until 9:00 p.m.

The festival will be held at the Whirligig Stage, 628 S. Pitt Street in Greenville, as well as on the street in front. It will feature art, music, dance, pumpkin carving, food, drinks, activities, an outdoor movie and lots more. For information call 252689-8092, visit www.whirligigstage.com, or email contact@whirligigstage.com.

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working like a dog It’s fair to call Charger a bull in a china shop. At least a pit bull. The nine-yearold pit has a full-time job in the marketing department at Replacements, Ltd. “Charger’s been coming to Replacements since I rescued him from the side of a road as a puppy, so he’s really grown up here,’ says Kevin Boyd. ‘Coming to work is great for Charger because he’s able to engage with people and other dogs, so it’s really helped him become more sociable; he has so many friends who give him treats or want to take him for walks. Having him here helps me relax, because I know he’s not home alone and really creates special mo-ments in the day, like having him sit in my lap while I’m working.”

Charger is among dozens of pets you’ll find at Replacements. Walk through the warehouse and you’ll see dogs riding on carts pushed by their owners or perhaps encounter a cat or two. An opossum riding high on the shoulder of her human even graced the company’s retail store with a visit.

Replacements implemented its pet-friendly policy over 20 years ago, after Founder and CEO Bob Page received a dog for his birthday and couldn’t bear to leave him home alone. Forward two decades, and national and international media have repeatedly recognized Replacements as one of the top pet-friendly businesses in the country. The company invites all employees and customers to bring their pets to work or shop; in fact, the front doors read, “All Well-Behaved Pets Welcome.”

Virginia Commonwealth University Researchers spent a week at the company, focused on the impact of dogs in the workplace. They monitored stress levels among: those who brought dogs to work every day, dog owners who left pets at home, and those who do not own pets.

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“We were surprised to find that stress actually decreased throughout the day among those who brought their dogs to work, while stress levels significantly increased for those who left their dogs at home,” says principal researcher Dr. Randy Barker. “About half of those who bring their dogs to work said their productivity increased with their dog present. Some employees even commented that the presence of pets increases cooperation and builds relationships among coworkers.”

Barker notes employees overall had higher job satisfaction than industry norms. He believes pet-friendly policies could be a great benefit that doesn’t hamper a company’s bottom line. “I think leadership in many organizations may be hesitant to allow animals in the workplace, but our study indicates pet presence may serve as a low-cost wellness intervention that may enhance organizational satisfaction and perceptions of support.”

Replacements advice to companies wanting to start a similar policy... Start small.

“Consider having a pilot day to gauge how a pet presence works for your organization,” says PR Manager Lisa Conklin. “You might try allowing pets for a half day or a Friday to determine the best fit for your business. Being pet-friendly is a huge part of our corporate culture... many of our employees tell us it’s one of the best benefits.”

Replacements’ pet policy requires animals be current on vaccines, polite to people and other pets, and stay on a leash near their owners unless contained in an office or cubicle. Owners are required to clean up, too.

Conklin adds pet owners must be sensitive to the fact some people have allergies or may be fearful of animals. Likewise, other employees aren’t allowed to aggravate or intimidate pets. “We’ve seen many instances where employees actually got to know each other better through their pets.

Seriously, it’s hard not to smile when greeted by a wagging tail and friendly face!"

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january MLK Jr. March, Elizabeth City 252.335.3686 NC Jazz Festival, Wilmington 910.763.8585

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february Bluegrass Festival, Kinston 252.522.5923 Battle of Moore’s Creek, Currie 910.283.5591 East Carolina Wildlife Arts Festival, Washington www.ecwaf.com • www.littlewashingtonnc.com

march Quilt Extravaganza, Manteo 252.475.1506 Greenville Museum of Art Fine Arts Ball 252.758.1946

april Beaufort Wine and Food Festival, Beaufort www.beaufortwineandfood.com • 252-515-0708 Music in the Streets, Washington 252-946-3969 Farmville Dogwood Festival 252.753.6706 Shad Festival, Grifton 252.524.4356 PirateFest, Greenville www.PirateFestNC.com March for Babies, Greenville www.marchforbabies.org BoCo Music Festival, Washington www.bctma.org • 252-946-2504 Internat’l Taste of Greenville, www.tastegville.com 252.847.5437 or 252.975.8540

august Pirate Invasion, Beaufort 252-728-5225 Watermelon Festival, Winterville 252.756.1068 Horse Show, Williamston 252.792.5802

Oakwood School Eagle Classic, Greenville 252.931.0760 • www.theoakwoodschool.org PCC Golf Classic, Greenville 252.493.7287 Scuppernong River Festival, Columbia www.visittyrellcounty.com • 252.796.2781

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Cup Regatta & Show, Oriental 252.249.0901 Gospel Reunion, Greenville 252.757.0365 Rodeo, Williamston 252.792.1521 Shrimp Feast, Edenton 252.482.4057 Pirate Festival, Nags Head 877.FLY.THIS Collard Festival, Ayden 252.746.2266

Oyster Roast, Washington 252.946.7211 PCC Down East Holiday Show, Greenville www.downeastholidayshow.com • 252.493.7287 Bass Fishing Tourney, Edenton 252.482.5343

october Seafood Festival, Morehead City 252.726.6273 March of Dimes Chefs Auction, Greenville 919-424-2164 www.marchofdimes.com www.signaturechefsauction.org Peanut Festival, Edenton 252.562.2740 Smoke on the Water, Washington 252.975.1001

december Reindeer Dash for Cash, Greenville www.ReindeerDashForCash.org Festival of Trees, Greenville 252.328.4494 Christmas Tour, Edenton 252.482.7800 Choral Society Holiday Choral Fest. 252.353.5495 Christmas Homes Tour & Bazaar, Greenville St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 252.752.3482 office@stpaulsepiscopal.com

may Annual Hogfest, Edenton 252.482.4057 Bath Fest, Bath 252-923-3971 Greenville Choral Society Gala 252.353.5495 Blackbeard Fest, Morehead City 252.726.5083 Festival on the Neuse, Kinston 800.869.0032 Strawberry Festival, Vanceboro 252.244.0017 Rocking Horse Ranch Derby Dash Bash, Greenville 252.752.0153 • www.rhrnc.com Women for Women P.O.P. Luncheon, Greenville www.womenforwomenpittcounty.org Fossil Festival, Aurora 252-322-4405 or 4238

The Captain Christopher Cash Memorial Foundation of NC, Inc.

Sunday, December 3, 2017 - 1-3pm Town Commons, Greenville, NC 11am-12:30pm Registration • 1pm Start • Awards / Refreshments The 13th Annual Reindeer Dash for Cash is a fundraising event to benefit the Captain Christopher Cash Memorial Foundation of NC, Inc. Proceeds are awarded as college scholarships at ECU, ECU Army ROTC, ECU Air Force ROTC, NCNG Association Educational Foundation, and NC Wesleyan College. Each year, the foundation offers deserving students the financial assistance needed to pursue higher education and the accompanying rewards of learning and character development achieved through hard work and dedication of earning a degree. His legacy of giving to others is what we strive to carry on in honor of his memory.

june The Lost Colony, Manteo 800.488.5012 Neuse River Days, New Bern 252.637.7972 Sunday in the Park, Greenville 252.329.4567 Big Rock, Morehead City 919.247.3575 Music & Water Festival, Edenton 800.775.0111 www.edentonmusicandwaterfestival.com Bass Fishing Tourney, Edenton 252.482.5343 Beach Blast, Carolina Beach 910.458.8434 Manteo Dare Day, Manteo 252.475.5629 Summer Festival, Washington 252-946-9168 • www.wbcchamber.com

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DISTANCE & COURSE Flat & Fast USATF certified 10 Miler and 5K WANT TO RUN FOR FREE? Raise $150 by November 1 and Run for Free!

Visit www.reindeerdashforcash.org to learn how!

For information, registration or donation: www.ReindeerDashForCash.org or email dawn@reindeerdashforcash.org

july Kite Festival, Nags Head 877.359.8447 Pirates on the Pungo, Belhaven 252.943.3770 Blues Festival, Wilmington 910.350.8822 Bay Challenge, Edenton www.visitedenton.com fall / winter 17

AWARDS & POST RACE FOOD • Cash awards for the top three male/female 10 Miler overall finishers.

• Unique awards for the top three male/female in each age group.

• Unique finisher medal, race t-shirt and post race food for all participants.

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get yourself & your team ready for the march for babies coming this november Holding a baby for the first time is a joyous moment many moms experience immediately after their baby is born. Unfortunately, for parents of sick or premature babies, it may be days, if not weeks, before they can embrace their baby.

Premature birth affects over 12,000 babies each year in North Carolina. Many of these struggle to survive and may face long term health and developmental consequences. For these babies and their families, the journey following premature birth is uncertain. That’s why the March of Dimes continues working to give every baby a fighting chance.

On November 4th, join hundreds of families and businesses in our community as unite for the March for Babies at the Greenville Town Common. This event raises money to prevent birth defects, premature birth and infant loss.

Individual, family and corporate teams can register and start online fundraising now at

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marchforbabies.org/event/greenville. Then, on November 4, the March for Babies event will bring all participants and sponsors together to Hope, Remember and Celebrate — and to walk!

March for Babies brings hope to every mom and baby through lifesaving research, breakthroughs and programs. Mission Moments at the event let participants experience some of what babies, parents, doctors and nurses see and feel in hospitals every day.

There will be opportunities to celebrate at the Family Fun Zone and the Superhero Sprint, a mini fun run for children. You can even purchase a purple cape to make every child feel like a super-hero! Walkers will honor babies who did not survive along Memory Mile and in the Mem-ory Garden.

The 2017 Ambassador Family for Greenville March for Babies is the McLawhorn family.

Article provided by the March of Dimes.

Jason and Melissa McLawhorn’s son Cameron was born 11 weeks early in January 2009.

He received surfactant therapy, a treatment discovered by March of Dimes funded research, that helps babies with underdeveloped lungs breathe. Cameron spent 60 days in the NICU and came home with a heart/ apnea monitor that he had to wear 24-hoursa-day for six months. He endured childhood leukemia from Sept. 2011 to Dec. 2014, but today he’s a happy, healthy 8-year-old boy.

Every step and every dollar raised helps more families know the joy a healthy baby. Learn how you can help at marchforbabies.org or email VGoodwin@marchofdimes.org.

Mark Your Calendar: March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction will be held Thurs., September 20, 2018 at Rock Springs Center.

Ticket go on sale in May. Email vgoodwin@ marchofdimes.org if you would like to be a sponsor or need additional information.

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making impressions around town March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction — September 7, 2017 — Rock Springs Center — Photos by Travis Mewborne

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Pirate Radio 1250 and 930 6th Annual Football Kickoff Party — Thursday, August 31, 2017 — Hilton Greenville Photos Courtesy of Will Preslar — Carolina Lily Photography — www.carolinalilyphotography.smugmug.com

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ecu begins new mental health online program A new online program launched this fall by ECU’s College of Nursing to help the area address its shortage of mental health care professionals. Graduates of the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program will earn a Master of Nursing Science (MSN) degree or a post-master’s certificate as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.

The American Association of Nurse Practitioners estimates that only 1.8% of the US nurse practitioners are certified in psychiatric and mental health care. For patients in government sponsored health insurance programs like Medicare or Medicaid, it can be hard to access mental health care. In March, the National Council for Behavioral Health reported that 40% of psychiatrists do not accept third-party reimbursements.

“This special population struggles with issues such as substance abuse or schizophrenia and tends to not have insurance. And nurse practitioners are more likely to be in clinics that accept Medicaid and Medicare,” said Wanda Lancaster, program director.

The program will have a special emphasis in treating patients that suffer from substance abuse, severe and persistent mental illness, and PTSD. Several ostudents will be placed in Veterans Affairs hospitals to complete their clinical hours and state psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, and detox centers.

Completing the program gives students an opportunity to gain in-depth education and clinical experience in psychiatric care that “elevates the scope and standard of practice,” she added, enabling students to take the national certification exam, ensuring quality and competence and required for reimbursement.

Open to NC residents, the program gives preference to those practicing in mental health or planning to. Visit http://www.ecu.edu/cs-dhs/ nursing/masters_pmh.cfm to learn more.

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2018 plans approved by vidant health The Vidant Health Board of Directors approved the fiscal year 2018 quality, experience and operational plans in late August, as well as the budget that will support this work. This decision provides the strategic direction and financial resources needed to guide and fund the health system next year.

The budget for the 2017-18 fiscal year projects total operating and non-operating revenues of $1.760 billion, operating and nonoperating expenses of $1.686 billion, excessof-revenues over expenses of $73.8 million and an operating margin of 2.8 percent. Any margin will be reinvested back into facilities, new services, equipment and system employees.

Lawrence Davenport, board chairman, thanked the board committees for their direction and contributions over the past several months.

“I’m proud of our members’ contributions to this work, which will ensure continued focus on the quality of care and experience

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Vidant provides in the communities the system serves,” Davenport said. “Vidant continues to be a financially healthy organization, while accounting for changes in state and federal programs prompted by an everchanging health care industry. As the industry moves from a payment system based on volume, to a payment system based on the value of the care that is provided, so do we.”

The board also approved a budget that provides the funding necessary to continue Vidant’s position as the health care safety net for eastern North Carolina. However, there is still uncertainty regarding the proposed changes in reimbursement from the payors and how that will affect Vidant.

“We have worked hard to present the quality, experience and operational plans that align with our mission, vision and values while incorporating strategies to advance high quality care,” said David Hughes, chief

financial officer, Vidant health. “We care for those who are the most medically fragile and socioeconomically challenged in the state. It’s important our strategic work supports those who depend on us. ” As a not-for-profit corporation, Vidant reinvests all of its income back into capital projects, equipment and access to services for the patients and communities it serves.

In fiscal year 2018, the system will invest approximately $151 million in capital assets, which include investments in information systems across Vidant, as well as continued construction projects.

Next year, Vidant will continue its commitment to quality and experience focusing on collaboration, communication and standardization across the system to achieve exceptional experiences for patients and families.

Vidant will also focus on population health management and preventing chronic disease.

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Additionally, the system will reinvest $28.5 million on the continued construction of the new cancer center, which is scheduled to be completed during fiscal year 2018.

Additional investments are being made at Vidant Beaufort for Emergency Department renovation and expansion, in information systems, diagnostic services, normal equipment replacement and much-needed upgrades in the core infrastructure of the system’s hospitals. If further reductions in reimbursement occur, the ability to fund these capital requirements will be at risk.

Bryant Kittrell, chair of the Finance Committee, explained the budget recognizes the importance of the nearly 12,000 employees through a budget committed to funding salaries and benefits of $957 million.

Vidant includes Vidant Medical Center (VMC), Vidant Beaufort Hospital in Washington, Vidant Bertie Hospital in Windsor, Vidant Chowan Hospital in Edenton, Vidant Duplin Hospital in Kenansville, Vidant Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro, Vidant Roanoke-Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, and The Outer Banks Hospital at Nags Head, where it is a 60 percent owner.

The Outer Banks Hospital board will adopt its budget separately. Vidant Health also includes Vidant Wellness, Home Health and Hospice and Vidant Medical Group.

Vidant Health is a mission-driven, 1,447bed health system that annually serves more than 1.4 million people in 29 eastern North Carolina counties. The not-for-profit system is made up of 12,000 employees, eight hospitals, home health, hospice, wellness centers, and Vidant Medical Group, a multispecialty physician and provider group with more than 420 providers in more than 80 practice sites in eastern North Carolina.

Vidant is affiliated with The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University.

As a major resource for health services and education, Vidant has a mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina. For additional information, please visit www.vidanthealth.com.

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deliciously supporting nc farms & community Dickinson Avenue Public House joined the Uptown Greenville community in October 2015. Only a short walk from Uptown’s Five Points Plaza, diners can find Dickinson Avenue Public House, or DAP House for short, at 703 Dickinson Avenue.

DAP House occupies a building established in 1923, and while it has been fully renovated, it has managed to maintain its historic appeal, as one wall that runs the entire length of the dining room is covered in original signs initially painted on the exterior of the neighboring building.

The center mural reads “Very Refreshing,” and this catch phrase seems to adequately

describe both the DAP House environment and its addition to the Dickinson Avenue corridor, which has been growing ever since DAP House opened its doors.

Its four owners: Kristi Southern, Tandi Mahn Wilson, Jacob Wilson and Brad Hufford, have been in the Greenville area ranging from ten to over 20 years. Their love for the town and eastern North Carolina is evident in their commitment to the community and their partnerships with local farms and businesses.

Guests of DAP House will find a number of smaller North Carolina suppliers on the menu. These suppliers can even be found directly in the name of the menu items, such as the DAP House Fried Carolina Classics Catfish Tostada or the Stout Braised Home Grown Agriculture Pork (HGA) Shoulder.

Carolina Classics Catfish Farm in Ayden, North Carolina is only a twenty minute drive south, while Home Grown Agriculture is a twenty minute drive north in the other direction in Bethel, North Carolina. Even the stout used to braise the local pork is an eastern North Carolina product — Farmville’s own Duck Rabbit Milk Stout.

The DAP House menu also proudly includes Brothers Farm of LaGrange, North Carolina and Coastal Plains Produce of Grifton, North Carolina. Vegetables and lettuce from these local farms is personally delivered by the farmers themselves. In fact, Warren Brothers of Brothers Farm may or may not be wearing shoes while he delivers!

Supporting North Carolina products doesn’t just reach across the surrounding areas of Greenville, however. Diners can also enjoy artisanal crackers crafted in Hillsborough, North Carolina by the Accidental Baker.

These accompany the DAP House housemade pimento cheese.

Going a bit further toward the Piedmont is the Goat Lady Dairy in Climax, North Carolina. This dairy is where the DAP House

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chèvre originates from. And in the heart of the Piedmont is where the DAP House finds their grits, from the historic Old Mill of Guilford in Oak Ridge, North Carolina.

DAP House bar also features treasures from the state. Heading toward the coast is the Outer Banks Distillery in Manteo, North Carolina. DAP House bar goes through a hefty amount of Kill Devil Pecan and Honey

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In October, Dickinson Avenue Public House will proudly celebrate their second anniversary... and they hope to see many more, so that they can continue their support of other North Carolina small businesses, sharing local products with guests, and participating in the growth of the Uptown Greenville community.

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Dickinson Avenue Public House is open for dinner Tuesdays through Thursdays 5:30pm to 10pm, Fridays and Saturdays 5:30pm to 11pm, and closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Visit their Uptown Greenville location at 703 Dickinson Avenue. Call 252-689-6388 or visit www.daphousenc.com to learn more.

When you go, don’t forget to mention that you saw them in Impressions Magazine.

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5 fabulous deck fix-ups Tired of a deck you’re no longer proud of?

You’re not alone. According to the 2017 US Houzz Landscape Trends Study, one of the top reasons motivating homeowners to tackle outdoor projects like deck upgrades is

their open-air space is past its prime. The process may seem daunting, but a little inspiration is all you need to transform your deck into a beauty. With these fix-ups, your deck will be re-energized in no time.

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Refresh your color palette — One of the easiest ways to transform a ho-hum deck into a stylish oasis is updated color. Refreshing the look of outdoor accessories and furnishings is a simple and cost-effective solution.

Midwestliving.com says, “Focusing on one or two colors adds a unifying feel to your decor. Punchy blue and green furnishings brighten the deck while not distracting from the view.” Swap fabrics, pillows and cushions as the seasons change to keep your outdoor room looking fresh all year long.

Considering a size increase? Choose a color that complements your home, easing the visual transition from indoors to out. Want to make a bold statement? Vary board colors, insert feature strips or use contrasting rails.

Landscape — To create a deck-escape that draws guests in, integrate landscaping. Line your deck with planters, curving flowerbeds and grasses. A punchy mix of seasonal annuals and perennials will encourage visitors to explore your outdoor living space. Or, use today’s versatile, moisture-resistant composite decking products to turn your deck into a garden extension. With proper installation, boards can curve around trees or flower beds blending your deck into its surroundings.

Provide pretty privacy —There’s no reason to give up style and comfort for privacy. Trel-

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lises, lattices and vertical gardens can screen an exposed view and freshen your outdoor room. Slender evergreens can establish a relaxed sense of privacy and create a soft, lush backdrop, or add different shade-providing trees, creating seclusion and an intimate feel.

Add on — If your outdoor space limits the number of guests you can entertain, a new deck addition may be the fix to gain extra square feet and valuable space. Try bumping your deck out on one side to make a square deck more interesting and add room for a dining area or a nook with a hot tub.

“Composite decking with a plastic and wood blend throughout the board like ChoiceDek can be ripped, routed and bent to fit nearly any deck design,” says Randy Gottlieb, president of A.E.R.T. On-deck destinations — Create on-deck areas that go beyond eating and socializing.

Build a vertical garden or use deck boards to create planter boxes. With a spark of inspiration, the possibilities for reinventing your outdoor space are virtually endless.

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picturesque tarboro,nc history, unique shops, restaurants & more Take a short half hour drive northwest of Greenville, North Carolina, and you’ll find Tarboro. A vibrant, picturesque town, Tarboro is the Edgecombe County seat, with a population of just above 11,000. Chartered in 1760, Tarboro is the ninth-oldest incorporated town in the state. Situated on the Tar River at the fall line in the Piedmont, the town served as an important colonial river port and a thriving trade center until the Civil War. In the center of Tarboro is the beautifully sculptured Town Common and Historic District. One of only two original town commons left in the US, this 15acre green common is lined with tall oaks.

The 35-block Historic District is a must for historic preservationists, history enthusiasts, and architectural designers. Created by the National Parks Service in 1977, the Historic District boats over 300 structures from residential dwellings to churches and cemeteries to original 19th century storefronts, all along Tarboro’s Main Street within walking distance for a perfect afternoon stroll. Tarboro intertwines distinctive heritage with modern

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Although it’s generally agreed that the Tarboro area settled by 1733, Edward Mosley’s map of that same year shows only Tuscarora Indians. In early days, the area was widely known as “Tawboro,” attributed to “Taw,” the Indian word for “river of health.” Tarrburg, as the town was refered to in maps of 1770-75, chartered on November 30, 1760 as Tarborough by the General Assembly.

In September of the same year, Joseph and Ester Howell deeded 150 acres of their property to the Reverend James Moir, Lawrence Toole (a merchant), Captains Aquilla Sugg and Elisha Battle, and Benjamin Hart, Esquire, for five shillings and one peppercorn.

As commissioners, the men were tasked with laying out a town featuring lots of not more than 1/2 acre and streets not wider than 80 feet, with 12 lots and a 50-acre “common” set aside for public use. Lots were to be sold for two pounds, with proceeds turned over to the Howells; however, full payment was not received for all of the 109 lots sold, and some were not sold for the 40 shillings price.

After Halifax County divided out of Edgecombe County in 1758-1759, the original county seat of Enfield remained in Halifax County. Edgecombe County needed a new county seat. Tarboro officially became that county seat in 1764. For four years the county government met in Redman’s Field.

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Article continued from page 26 1787 and again in 1987. President George Washington is known to have slept in Tarboro during a visit on his 1791 Southern tour, and is noted to have said of our town that “it was the best salute you could have from a single cannon.”

According to the book, Edgecombe County: Twelve North Carolina Counties in 18101811, by Dr. Jeremiah Battle, a descendant of Revolutionary War soldier Elisha Battle, the following is an 1810 account of the town: “Tarboro, the only town in the county, is handsomely situated on the south-west bank of Tar river, just above the mouth of Hendrick’s Creek, in lat. 35 deg. 45 min. It is forty-eight miles west by north from Washington, thirty-six south of Halifax, eightythree northwest of Newbern, and sixty-eight east of Raleigh. It was laid off into lots in the year 1760. The streets are seventy-two feet wide, and cross each other at right angles, leaving squares of two acres each. These squares being divided into half acre lots, makes every lot front or face two streets.

There are about fifty private houses in it; and generally from fifteen to twenty stores, a church, a jail, two warehouses, and a large Court House, which in the year 1785 was used for the sitting of the State Legislature.

There are several good springs adjacent to the town, but for culinary purposes almost every person or family has a well; and some of these wells afford good water the greater part of the year. This place affords good encouragement to all industrious persons, particularly merchants of almost every description. Sixty or seventy merchants have had full employment here at one time. But such of them as have emigrated to this place have too soon found themselves in prosperous situations, and have betaken themselves to idleness and dissipation.

Merchants generally do well here, and there has scarcely been an instance of failing in the place. There are a few well built private houses, some of which have lately been finished. The style of building is as it is in the county, generally plain and cheap. The jail and one of the store houses are of brick.

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Adjacent to town is the county seat of Gen. Thomas Blount, where he has lately built a Visitnc.com very good house, the best that is in the county. This is a beautiful eminence overlooking the town. An extensive green surrounds the house, back of which is a tract of twenty or thirty acres of rich swamp land, well ditched and drained, and is in a high state of cultivation.”

The Blount-Bridgers House, shown above, is located in the historic district of Tarboro.

The house is an 1808 Federal-style mansion housing document collections and works by nationally recognized artist and Tarboro native, Hobson Pittman. Opened in 1982 as a museum, the Blount-Bridgers House serves as the town’s art and civic center.

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Cotton Press. It is a wooden cotton press built in the mid-18th century, relocated to the Tarboro town common in 1938. It was named to the National Register of Historic Places on February 18, 1971.

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Article continued from page 29 borhoods. The District includes five 18thcentury homes, the oldest being the Archibald White house (ca. 1785), above, located on the corner of Church and Trade streets.

The first owner of the press was Isaac Norfleet, at a plantation about 2.5 mi (4 km) southwest of Tarboro. It was originally a cider and wine press. Around 1860, it was converted to a cotton press because of the growing need to process the cotton crop.

Over two dozen antebellum homes from 1800 to 1860 grace the Historic District of Tarboro. The largest section is late 19th-and early 20th-century and includes Victorian, Second Empire, Neo-classical revival, as well as arts and crafts style homes.

Also located in the Historic District is the Tarboro Cotton Press, also called the Norfleet Cotton Press or the Edgecombe County

has a large screw that is used to compress the cotton into a wooden form to produce the bale. The supporting frame has four upright posts with braces. There are two long booms or poles often referred to as “buzzard wings.” Animal hitches were attached to the booms, and mules and oxen were used to rotate the screw. The structure was 22 feet tall.

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The press is constructed of yellow pine. It

In 1938, when the press was moved to the town common on Albemarle Street, its shed was demolished. A small hip roof was built over the press. Restoration of the press was completed in 1976. The roof was removed and a pavilion resembling the original shed was built to protect the press from the elements, shown above.

In addition to its rich history, Tarboro is home to numerous specialty shops and antiques/collectibles stores, offering shoppers a variety of options. Tarboro’s oldest retail area is located downtown near the banks of the Tar River. An innovative downtown revitalization program is underway bringing the addition of new retailers and eateries many of which front the brick sidewalks and treelined streets and are just steps away from the town’s National Historic District.

Tarboro’s eateries range from gourmet cuisine and authentic Southern homestyle to eastern North Carolina barbecue and seafood, Mexican, Chinese and more. Tarboro offers a diverse menu of dining options in the Historic District and beyond.

The charming Tarboro walkable downtown Historic District is recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Main Street Program. Guided tours, hosted by a local town historian and author, are held on Saturdays late spring and through early fall.

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Tarboro’s hosts several annual events. November brings the Great Tarboro Art Bazaar, where local/regional artists exhibit and sell their art in the Blount-Bridgers House.

The event is a popular venue with affordable art. Call 252-823-4159 to learn more.

A Tar River Christmas comes to town on the second weekend in December. Step back in time to experience small town Christmas at its finest. A beautiful historic district filled with pristine homes, a quaint downtown

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filled with shops, eateries, and a town of big hearted people. Visit Tar River Christmas on Facebook to learn more. The NC Symphony Holiday Pops performs in Keihin Auditorium at Edgecombe Community College on December 6. For tickets visit: www.ncsymphony.org. Tarboro’s Christmas Parade rounds out the holiday fun.

To learn more about Tarboro or to plan a trip to see the town visit www.tarboro-nc. com or call 252-641-4200.

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1 Harding Street, Washington www.washingtononthewaterfront.com • 252.946.3463

Oyster Bar Tu-Sat 5-until • Restaurant Tu-Sat 11-2 / 5-until / Sun 11-4

Oyster Bar Menu

Getting Started Calamari Chicken Wings Buffalo Shrimp or Oysters

Sandwiches Chicken Breast Sandwich Crab Cake Sandwich 1/2 lb Classic Angus Burger Soft Shell Crab Sandwich Fried Grouper Sandwich Shrimp or Oyster Po Boy From the Sea on the Grill Daily Kabob Special Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Restaurant Dinner Menu

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Oyster Bar Classics Peck & Pound 37 Steam Pot 19 Oysters Peck Market Oysters 1/2 Peck Market Snow Crab Legs 1 Lb Market Snow Crab Legs 1/2 Lb Market Shrimp 1/2 Lb 9 Shrimp 1 Lb 16 Oysters on the Half 1/2 Doz. 7 Dozen Clams 10 Billy’s Famous “Char-Grilled 15 Oysters” Dozen Billy’s Famous “Char-Grilled 8 Oysters” 1/2 Dozen Sides Onion Rings, Fries, Chips, Slaw, Sweet Potato Chips & Fried Zucchini

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Hot Crab Dip Ahi Tuna Little Neck Clams Redneck Rockefeller Classic Shrimp Cocktail Crisp Dill Pickle Fritter Sweet Onion Tower Deep Fried Calamari Starter Sampler

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Soup & Salads Soup of the Day Cup 4 Bowl 7 Seafood Bisque Cup 5 Bowl 8 House or Caesar Salad 7 Specialities OTW Shrimp and Grits 17 Grilled Portobello Mushrooms 18 Fresh Scallops 18 Fresh Catch of the Day Market Carolina Crab Cakes 17 Pamlico Platter — 13 / 15 / 17 / 19 Choice of One, Two, Three or Four

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Sides Red Roasted or Mashed Potatoes, Fries, Slaw, Baked Potato, Salad, Seasonal Veggies & Asparagus

Be sure to check out — Valerie’s Martini Bar at OTW

Relax with friends or that special someone. Savor the flavors of our signature martinis or extensive wine and beer selections.

Weekly Entertainment In the Oyster Bar Karaoke Wednesdays from 8-11pm Live Music Saturdays from 7:30pm-until

Prices, items & events subject to change. Call 252-946-3463 for details.

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simple ways to use olive oil in your every day eating Did you know that you spend 38,003 hours, or nearly 4.4 years, of your life eating? And women spend on average 17 years of their life dieting! While these may seem like relatively short time periods in our predicted 78 year life expectancy, the truth of the matter is that we spend a lot of time thinking about food and eating it.

Hectic lifestyles have transformed our diets from natural or clean foods into unhealthy choices. We tend to migrate to convenience rather than nutrition, because it’s often faster to go through a drive thru or pop a frozen dinner in the microwave than prepare fresh vegetables and organic chicken. We simply don’t have time to meal plan or think about the effects that processed foods have on the health of our bodies. The good news, is that

healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated or time consuming.

We all have to start somewhere when making changes in our diet. Why not start small by changing up just one ingredient in your recipes and cooking? Switch from saturated fats (vegetable oil, butter) to monounsaturated fats (olive oil). To better equip you on your healthy journey, here are simple ways to incorporate olive oil into your every day diet.

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Substitute olive oil instead of butter when baking or sautéing (in brownie mix Blood Orange EVOO is delicious)

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Stir in mashed potatoes with a little roasted garlic (or use 692 Olive Garlic EVOO)

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Lightly toss steamed vegetables with olive oil, lemon and pepper

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Drizzle over pasta and lightly toss with parmesan cheese

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Drizzle over broiled fish

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Dip bread in a dipping dish seasoned with 692 Olive bread dipping herbs

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Sprinkle over popcorn; top with fresh herbs

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Toss root vegetables with olive oil, roast and then drizzle with balsamic vinegar

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Lightly brush over corn on the cob

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Bake squash with olive oil, parsley and garlic

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Add to chili, soups and stews to enhance the flavor

As the old saying goes...“You are what you eat.” However, there has never been a better time to start taking care of yourself than at the present moment. One Day or Day One. You Decide.

Article by Leah Dew Danak, Pinehurst, N.C. native and graduate of East Carolina University and Auburn University, an olive oil enthusiast and owner of 692 Olive, an Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting Bar, located in Greenville’s Arlington Village.

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fall & winter holidays how to survive them like a true wine expert It’s a great time of the year if you’re a wine lover. Then again, isn’t it always a great time if you’re a wine lover? Whether you’re throwing the party or just showing up and want to bring the perfect gift, there’s a tasty wine suited for every occasion. This guide will help you shop and show up like an expert.

Halloween. It’s not your ordinary “sit down dinner and bottle of wine” holiday. How much fun can be had pairing two of life’s greatest pleasures Candy and Wine.

Let these useful tips help guide your Halloween party wine shopping.

First, and most importantly, is chocolate.

The finest pairing with straight chocolate is Port. It may sound old-fashioned and con-

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fusing, but it’s simple. Port is just wine fortified with a distilled spirit, so basically, grape wine with added brandy. The added ingredient increases the wine’s longevity and boosts its alcohol content. Port is sweet with a nutty, caramel-like flavor. It’s a wonderful dessert wine, meant to be enjoyed in small amounts. Also, you can always pair chocolate with a sweet white wine like a Riesling or a light, dry red Pinot Noir. Candy corn pairs well with a rich, oaky chardonnay. The oak flavor balances the candy’s sweetness. A dry sparkling will also have a similar effect.

Thanksgiving. For most, this holiday brings turkey with all the fixings. The perfect pairing is a bold, fruity California Zinfandel. It goes with turkey like cranberries.

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Or try Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Beaujolais.

Prefer white? Try a California Chardonnay or a Gewurztraminer. For dessert, pair pumpkin pie with a Port or try a late harvest Riesling (tad sweet) or Sauturnes (sweet French).

Christmas. Having beef? Try a Bordeaux (French Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot).

Dry reds aren’t too fruity and pair well with beef. A French Burgundy works as well... it’s a French Pinot Noir, great if you don’t want a heavy Bordeaux. Christmas Duck or Goose? Bordeaux and Burgundy will work.

Or try a Spanish Rioja, big without heavy tannins. If you’re less traditional or love rich foods, look for an oaky Chardonnay.

New Year’s. Champagne, of course! Don’t have the budget? Try an Italian Prosecco or a Spanish Cava — great sparklings for less.

And please remember: drink what you like.

Wine is meant to be enjoyed, not endured.

Article by Brenda Drake, Firefly Wine Shop, 3110A S. Evans Street, Greenville, 252-756-4994, www.fireflywineshop.com.

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beaufort wine & food preps for 14th year Mark your 2018 calendars for Wednesday, April 25 to Sunday, April 29, as Beaufort Wine and Food brings talent from across the country and beyond together for five days of cuisine and beverages in the name of charity.

2018 marks the festival’s 14th year. Guests can expect to see the high level of epicurean talent that it has enjoyed for years.

“Beaufort Wine & Food offers something for everyone – whether it’s an intimate wine dinner in area restaurants or the grand scale of the Vin de Mer Epicurean Village - it’s the perfect venue for a food festival to celebrate the chefs and cuisines of Eastern NC and beyond,” explains Lindsay Parker, Beaufort Wine & Food’s executive director.

“The wine dinners are special because you get EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: participating chefs and winemakers from all over the world and pair them with the great Wine Dinners – These premier dinners are local talent we have in our area. Add to that held in private homes Wednesday, April 25th the fact that all these events are held in the and in area restaurants Thursday, April 26th. name of charity and it makes for a memorDuring the dinners, a guest chef teams up able culinary experience that we hope festival with local chefs and visiting wine makers to Enjoying beautifulParker. day of paddling Greenville’s historic River do goers remember a long time,”aexplains putand on exploring an unforgettable dinner.Tar These sell out quickly. Sponsorships are available.

Fashion Show Luncheon – Friday, April 27th The Fashion Show Luncheon has grown to be a festival favorite. It features a host and guest chef, paired up with a winemaker to guide guests through a multi-course wine luncheon. During the event, fashions from area retailers are displayed on the red carpet and a guest moderator speaks on the attire.

Grand Reserve Tasting and Auction – Held Friday evening, April 27th. Beaufort Wine & Food’s single largest fund raising event.

The live and silent auction features large format and rare wines, culinary excursions, art and more. The semi-formal event has a dozen chefs creating an unforgettable menu, and dozens of reserve wines for guests to enjoy. Live music rounds out the evening.

Vin de Mer – the festival’s biggest event will be on Saturday, April 28th. Guests are immersed in controlled chaos where hundreds of wine labels and dozens of local and regional restaurants come together in harmony.

Cooking demos also highlight the event.

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Historic District Wine Walkabout will take place after Vin de Mer. It offers guests the opportunity to enjoy wine and food pairings in some of Beaufort’s most beautiful historic homes. At each stop, ticket holders can mingle with chefs and winemakers in the the state’s North Carolina’s third oldest town, while enjoying courses at each of the stops.

All of the hard work by the Beaufort Wine & Food board, staff and team of volunteers not only brings culinary and wine experts to the coast for an unforgettable experience, but also enables Beaufort Wine & Food to give back through its grant program. A nonprofit organization, proceeds from Beaufort Wine & Food events benefit nonprofits that excel in community enrichment and enhance quality of life in Carteret County.

Through the generosity and support from sponsors, members and wine and culinary participants, Beaufort Wine & Food has raised and donated more than $600,000 to nonprofit organizations in the last decade.

The organization expanded efforts to reach a broader range of nonprofits. In 2017, grants were awarded to almost a dozen organizations. Beaufort Wine & Food was able to pledge over $50,000 to nonprofits from its 2017 April festival. For the year, Beaufort Wine & Food donated almost $80,000.

For information on the festival, sponsorships, or memberships, call 252-515-0708 or visit www.beaufortwineandfood.com.

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celebrate pioneer heritage in october at the john lawson legacy days on historic contentnea creek in grifton The 7th annual John Lawson Legacy Days Event will be held on Friday, Oct. 27 and Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Grifton Historical Museum and Indian Village at 437A Creekshore Drive in Grifton. The public is invited to this travel back in time event. Best of all... it’s free and family-friendly.

English explorer and author, John Lawson (~1674-1711) was one of the key players leading up to and during the The Tuscarora War (1711-1715), a tumultuous time in Eastern North Carolina history. It is one of the defining events, not only in our local history, but also influencing later development in North Carolina.

According to the article, Among the Tuscarora: The strange and mysterious death of John Lawson, gentleman, explorer, and writer, “In

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1711, the Tuscarora Indians of North Carolina murdered John Lawson... At the time, Lawson may have been the best English friend the Tuscarora had. From his first encounters, he seems clearly to have respected them... he lauded their natural graces, admired their courage, and blamed his fellow Englishmen for their destruction.”

A misunderstanding may have resulted in his death. During the years prior to his death, “North Carolina colonists were arguing among themselves, Quaker against Anglican, over religious freedoms and differences; Governor Thomas Cary, a shrewd, but apparently ruthless politician, played these conflicts to his advantage. In the midst of this rising furor, Lawson filed his will in late 1708, and January 1709, he returned to London to arrange for the publication of his manuscript.

His final chapter, “An Account of the Indians of North Carolina,” would reveal a deep concern about the relations between the English and the Indians, and he would propose some extraordinary solutions; but it would be too late...

The Tuscarora living near the Neuse had watched the colonists fall into political and economic disarray... They had had enough of colonists’ insults and invasions... Under Chief Hancock, and in league with the Neuse, the Coree, the Mattamuskeet, and other small nations, a powerful southern faction of the tribe now plotted war... Hancock planned a surprise attack on white settlements for 22 September. His traders and hunters kept up a friendly facade while warriors gathered at the village of Catechna, on Contentnea Creek. A few days’

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Lawson himself — we believe. The portrait was purchased in England by a professor at ECU on the possibility of its being Lawson. On one hand, the envelope he's holding says “Sir John Lawson,” and Lawson never was knighted. On the other hand, it was painted during Lawson’s time

by Sir Godfrey Kneller, who painted many of the members of the Royal Society, and Lawson would have had great interest in joining that august company. So it’s up in the air. But the portrait is lovely and, so far, it’s the only image we have.

Photo and caption from www.lawsontrek.com.

of Carolina’s Coastal Plain and Piedmont; his journals captured those cultures in prose just before they were wiped clean from their rivers and creekside settlements, leaving the rich soil salted with arrowheads that emerge in cottonfields after rain. To this day, farmers pick them up, slip them in their pockets, and ruminate over them, as if they are pieces of some compelling but unsolvable puzzle.”

Join in celebrating the legacy of John Lawson. The free weekend events begin Friday, Oct. 27 (6 - 9 p.m.) at the Grifton Museum

with cannon firing, gathering round the fire experiencing night life during days of old and more. Chicken and rice available for purchase. Festivities continue Saturday, Oct. 28 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) with cannon firings, presentations, demonstrations, exhibits, displays and artifacts. Children will enjoy old timey toys, storytelling and shark’s teeth hunting in the Fossil Pit. Concessions, t-shirts and souvenirs available. For more information, visit www.JohnLawsonLegacyDays.org call 252.524.0190, or visit the John Lawson Legacy Days page on Facebook.

journey from home, one of Lawson’s advance scouts blundered into Catechna.

Alerted to their presence downstream, warriors ambushed Lawson, Von Graffenried, and their servants, mistaking Von Graffenried for Governor Hyde, whom they considered their enemy. The Tuscarora forced the group to run all night to the village, formally questioned them there, and, clearing up the mistaken identity, finally set them free. Now comes a strange turn of events... a Coree chief ‘reproached Lawson with something, so that they got into a quarrel...’ ...the Indians grabbed the two, dragged them back to the council, set them down roughly, and took their hats and wigs and threw them into the fire. A council of war followed, which condemned them both to death ‘without [our] knowing the cause of it.’ Wild dancing ensued, fires were lit, warriors painted their faces in stripes of white, red, and black...

What Lawson had said to the chief is not reported; but he would have been quick to comprehend the Tuscarora’s plans for war.

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Lawson’s death was only the opening act of ‘the most deadly Indian war in North Carolina history.’ When it ended in 1713, the Tuscarora as Lawson knew them were no more. Today, Lawson’s book, A New Voyage to Carolina, remains our most reliable record of the Tuscarora and the other Indians fall / winter 17

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the pro’s corner sand bunker shots The number one of objective of hitting a sand shot is to get the ball out of the sand!

There are several techniques to help you get out of a bunker. Below I’ll explain an easy way that you can try, if you are having a tough time with your greenside sand shots.

First, be sure you are using a sand wedge.

A sand wedge is designed to help you out of the bunker. The sole of the club has added “bounce” to help you glide through the sand with very little resistance.

Bounce refers to the amount of angle the club sole (bottom) has from the leading edge to the back of the club. Hold the club up and look at the sole to see the bounce. The more you open the club face the more you increase the use of the bounce. The most common amount of bounce is 14 degrees.

This makes the sand wedge a great club to use around the green from the grass as well, but that is for another discussion.

If you are struggling with getting out of the sand, the easiest way out is to simply hit a “fat” pitch shot out of the sand. Set up just

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as you would to hit a pitch shot from grass, except set your feet about an inch into the sand. This will improve your balance. By lowering yourself, it will enable you to hit the shot a little fat — hitting the sand first and not the ball. By setting your feet in the sand, you will also get a good feel of the fluffiness or firmness of the sand.

Open the club face slightly. Keep weight on the side closest to the pin throughout the shot, and play the ball towards the middle or front of your stance. Right handers lean left during the shot, playing the ball to-

wards their left foot. If you swing back and through, and pitch the sand onto the green, then the ball should be carried out with the sand and land nicely onto the green.

This technique should improve your sand play. And it can add to your shot arsenal, even if you aren’t struggling with the sand.

Consult a PGA Professional with questions.

See you on the course, John LaMonica, PGA General Manager Ironwood Golf and Country Club

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33 Oyster Shack .............................. Page 31 & 32 692 Olive Fine Oils & Vinegars ................ Page 36 Akram H. Alami, DDS, PA ........................ Page 40 David Alexander - BCBS ............................ Page 24 All About Flowers .................................... Page 27 Allstate / Sheila Anderson ........................ Page 28 Bailey’s Fine Jewelers............................ Back Cover Basil’s Restaurant...................................... Page 32 Beaufort Wine & Food .............................. Page 38 Big Dog’s Pub .......................................... Page 29 Blacken Kraken Bar & Grill .............. Page 33 & 39 Blazen Butcher Shop .............................. Page 29 C & C Stoneworks .................................... Page 19 Chico’s Mexican Restaurant .............. Page 25 & 35 Cotton Press Screen Printing .................... Page 30 Down East Holiday Show ............................Page 12 Dickinson Avenue Public House ................ Page 23 Eye Care Center ........................................ Page 10 Firefly Wine Shop .................................... Page 37 Ginger’s Boutique .................................... Page 26 Greenville Museum of Art .......................... Page 7 Greenville Utilities .................................... Page 44 Hoffman-Haus Pet Resort ........................ Page 11 The Inlet Inn ............................................ Page 39 Ironwood Golf & Country Club .............. Inside Back The March of Dimes March for Babies ...... Page 14 Off the Main ............................................ Page 29 On the Waterfront Restaurant .......... Page 18 & 34 PIP Marketing, Signs & Print ...................... Page 4 Pitt Community College ............................ Page 44 Plaza Auto Care ........................................ Page 41 John Pollard, CPA, PLLC .......................... Page 28 Pride Fabrication & Maintenance .............. Page 31 Reindeer Dash for Cash ............................ Page 13 Ribeye’s Steakhouse ........................ Page 33 & 43 The Rickhouse .................................. Page 8 & 35 Robinson’s Jewelers .................................. Page 8 Royal Thrones ............................................ Page 9 Rucker John’s Restaurant ........................ Page 24 Salt Wood Products .................................. Page 25 Scarborough Fare Catering............................ Page 21 Serendipity Designer Consignment Boutique .. Page 18 Shogun Japanese Restaurant ...... Inside Front Cover Starlight Cafe and Farm.................... Page 20 & 34 Steinbeck’s Men’s Shop .............................. Page 9 Tapped Drafts & Crafts ............................ Page 42 Tripp Farms..................................................Page 4 Vidant Health ............................................ Page 1 The Wright School of Music ........................ Page 6

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