September 2018 - Kannapolis Matters

Run Kannapolis Fall Races Approaching

Calendar of Events

SEPTEMBER 2018

The Duke Dash 5K & Healthfest returns this year at 9 a.m., October 13. When you cross the finish line, you will be able to participate in Zumba, Yoga and visit with health-related vendors.

Proceeds will benefit Duke University’s MURDOCK Study.

The second half of the Run Kannapolis Series is underway. There are only four runs left in 2018.

Run Kannapolis is part of the City of Kannapolis’ Discover a Healthy Life brand and cosponsored by Atrium Health. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this unique series featuring the best 5K runs/walks in the city. Each run is held in Downtown Kannapolis and hosted by a nonprofit in the city that benefits from the entry fees.

The First Knight 5K is a Virtual 5K. It can be completed at any time at any location of the participant’s choice by December 15.

The First Knight 5K believes in the honor system, so no proof is required for your race completion. However, we encourage you to post pictures, videos, etc., to social media using the hashtag #runkannapolis to share your experience with other participants who are completing the 5K. Funds from this run will be used by the Kannapolis Rotary Club for the Early Act First Knight Program that teaches students what it means to put service before self.

THE CITY OF KANNAPOLIS 401 Laureate Way | Kannapolis, NC 28081 704.920.4300 www.kannapolisnc.gov

SEPTEMBER 3 Labor Day Observed

City offices closed

The Fall Back 5K is a new and exciting event that starts and ends on the beautiful NC Research Campus. The run will start at 1:50 a.m. on November 4. (The run will take place during the time change, which happens at 2 a.m. For example, if you run a 30-minute 5K, your finish time will be around 1:20 a.m.) We’ll have lots of fun staying awake and falling back in time! Proceeds will benefit the Fire Explorer Post.

8 Cruise-In

1-7 p.m. | N.C. Research Campus

The Frostbite 5K returns this year at 10 a.m. on December 15. A great time is always had by all as you enjoy the chilly weather and run/walk to get warm. Monies from this run benefit the YMCA Scholarship Fund.

OCTOBER 13 Cruise-In

1-7 p.m. | N.C. Research Campus

Runners/walkers are encouraged to participate in the entire series of eight races for a unique prize but you can win awards for finishing no less than five events. Register at runkannapolis.com.

We hope to see you all at the finish line!

2018 RUN KANNAPOLIS SERIES First Knight (virtual race) | Now-December 15 Benefits Kannapolis Rotary Club Duke Dash 5K & Healthfest | October 13, 9 am Benefits Duke University’s MURDOCK Study Fall Back | November 4, 1:50 am Benefits Kannapolis Firefighters Burned Children’s Fund & Explorer Post #1 Frostbite | December 15, 10 am Benefits Kannapolis YMCA

Follow the City on Facebook (facebook.com/cityofkannapolis), Instagram @KannapolisNC, LinkedIn (linkedin. com/company/cityofkanapolis), Nextdoor (nextdoor.com/Kannapolisnc.gov), Snapchat @KannapolisNC and Twitter @Kannapolis for regular updates and more ideas for fun.

Adopt a Kannapolis Street!

A

re you looking for a community service project? Do you see trash on the side of the road and want to do something about it? Join the Adopt-a-Street program!

The Adopt-a-Street program includes organizations that commit to cleaning a one-mile section of street at least four times a year for two years. Each organization is provided with equipment, a street sign that recognizes the organization and a certificate of participation.

Mount Olivet United Methodist Church committed to the Adopt-a-Street program to take care of Mt. Olivet Road. When asked why they decided to participate, Ute Lentz with Mount Olivet said, “It’s easy to do for all ages, and it builds community. In giving an hour once a quarter, we get a feeling of accomplishment for keeping our surroundings clean.”

22

Toast of Kannapolis 2-6 p.m. | City Hall

29

Fire Truck Parade and Fire Safety Festival | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

City Hall

13 Run Kannapolis Duke Dash

& Healthfest | 9 a.m. -12 noon Downtown 20

Fall Festival | 3-8:30 p.m.

Village Park | Scooby Doo movie More at kannapolisnc.gov.

Lentz recommends the program and encourages other organizations to get involved because “it’s an easy community project, which does not require much time, and in return you receive a sense of pride and connection to your team and community.”

The City of Kannapolis appreciates their partnership, along with the other organizations that have adopted streets and are working to beautify the city.

If you, your business or organization would like to join the Adopta-Street program, please contact Melissa Loveless at mloveless@ kannapolisnc.gov or visit kannapolisnc.gov/adoptastreet.

From left : Ute Lentz, Joy ce Rorie, Lynne Royal and

Barry Lentz

Toast of Kannapolis

Kannapolis Awards Grants to Local Non-Profits

The City of Kannapolis will once again host the Toast of Kannapolis, a wine and craft beer tasting event from 2-6 p.m. on Saturday, September 22, at The Laureate Center, 401 Laureate Way.

The City of Kannapolis has awarded $50,000 in federally funded grants to 20 non-profits that offer programs benefitting low- and moderate-income residents in the city. These funds are part of the City’s 2018-2019 Community Development Block Grant fund allocation that we receive from Housing and Urban Development.

Outdoor Grilling Fires On the Rise This summer, the Kannapolis Fire Department has seen an increase in the number of outdoor grilling fires. Here are the A, B, Cs of outdoor cooking safety.

Please grill carefully.

A = ASH/AFTER: Place all ash and/or coals in a metal container after they have cooled! Do not throw hot ashes or coals in your plastic garbage bin or any other container that is most likely near your residence. A significant number of fires start with the container catching the side of the house on fire.

B = BE MINDFUL: While you are cooking outdoors, be mindful of what is going on around you. Constantly watch your grill, fire pit, campfire or other outdoor cooking equipment. Fire doubles in size every 30 seconds. A tiny spark can grow out-ofcontrol in just a matter of minutes!

C = CHECK: Make sure you have a threefoot safety zone away from siding, deck rails and eaves, as well as around your grill or fire pit. Children and pets should be able to visualize this safety zone and stay outside the zone to avoid injury.

To learn more about outdoor fires and grilling safety, visit usfa.fema.gov or contact Maria Bostian, Kannapolis Fire & Life Safety Educator, at 704-920-4282 or mbostian@kannapolisnc.gov.

The grants were awarded to: • Academic Learning Center: $2,500 for teacher stipends and instructional materials for the afterschool program; • Big Brothers Big Sisters: $2,000 to grow the Bigs in Blue program, which pairs police officers with students to develop one-on-one mentoring relationships; • Cabarrus Cooperative Christian Ministry: $10,000 to launch a new 15-week educational course Getting Ahead in a Just Getting by World; • Cabarrus Health Alliance: $2,500 for student dental health services; • Cabarrus Meals on Wheels: $2,500 to help with the costs of providing meals Big Brother Officer Stephen Johnson with his Little Brother for seniors; • Classroom Central: $2,000 to cover the costs of bringing this free school supply program to Kannapolis City Schools; • Community Free Clinic: $2,000 to provide diabetic patient medical supplies; • Conflict Resolution Teen Court Program: $2,000 for this first-time youth offender program; • Elder Orphan Care: $2,000 to assist with safety modifications for at-risk seniors; • Genesis Counseling: $2,000 to provide outpatient services for substance abuse patients; • Junior Achievement: $2,000 to deliver a program on personal finance, economics and workforce development at Kannapolis Middle School; • Jr. Charity League: $2,000 for the purchase of school uniforms, weather-appropriate clothing and toiletries for needy families; • Main Street Mission: $2,000 for Getting Ahead classes; • Midway’s Opportunity House: $2,500 for resources for families in need; • New Piney Grove Community Center: $2,000 to start a music and dance summer camp class for 12- to 18-year-olds; • Operation Homeless, Inc. : $2,500 for the soup kitchen; • Prevent Child Abuse Rowan: $2,500 to support Terrie Hess House Child Advocacy Center; • Prosperity Unlimited, Inc.: $2,000 to pay for the organization’s office space; • Trinity United Methodist Church: $1,000 to aid in the cost of hosting the weekly God’s Supper Table; • Vision for Life of Kannapolis: $2,000 for students’ homework, social skill and life/character instruction.

It’s a Festival and Fire Truck Parade!

Kannapolis Fire Department invites you to its annual fire prevention festival and fire truck parade on September 29 at City Hall.

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; the fire truck parade begins at 11 a.m.

This free community event focuses on working smoke alarms, home escape planning and fire prevention. In addition, there will be music, food, entertainment, emergency vehicles, helicopters, “Community Row,” a kids’ firefighter challenge course and inflatable games.

ENVIRONMENTAL TIP Check your toilet for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, and leave it for 15 to 20 minutes. If the water in the bowl is colored, replace the flapper valve inside the tank.

A 1/32-inch leak can waste 18,500 gallons in a year!

As many as eight vineyards/wineries and three breweries will share a selection of their beverages.

Admission includes a souvenir wine glass or beer flight glass, hors d’oeuvres, music and door prizes. Local wine, craft beer and arts & crafts will be available for purchase.

Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at toastofkannapolis.eventbrite.com, or in person at City Hall in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Toast of Kannapolis

Kannapolis Awards Grants to Local Non-Profits

The City of Kannapolis will once again host the Toast of Kannapolis, a wine and craft beer tasting event from 2-6 p.m. on Saturday, September 22, at The Laureate Center, 401 Laureate Way.

The City of Kannapolis has awarded $50,000 in federally funded grants to 20 non-profits that offer programs benefitting low- and moderate-income residents in the city. These funds are part of the City’s 2018-2019 Community Development Block Grant fund allocation that we receive from Housing and Urban Development.

Outdoor Grilling Fires On the Rise This summer, the Kannapolis Fire Department has seen an increase in the number of outdoor grilling fires. Here are the A, B, Cs of outdoor cooking safety.

Please grill carefully.

A = ASH/AFTER: Place all ash and/or coals in a metal container after they have cooled! Do not throw hot ashes or coals in your plastic garbage bin or any other container that is most likely near your residence. A significant number of fires start with the container catching the side of the house on fire.

B = BE MINDFUL: While you are cooking outdoors, be mindful of what is going on around you. Constantly watch your grill, fire pit, campfire or other outdoor cooking equipment. Fire doubles in size every 30 seconds. A tiny spark can grow out-ofcontrol in just a matter of minutes!

C = CHECK: Make sure you have a threefoot safety zone away from siding, deck rails and eaves, as well as around your grill or fire pit. Children and pets should be able to visualize this safety zone and stay outside the zone to avoid injury.

To learn more about outdoor fires and grilling safety, visit usfa.fema.gov or contact Maria Bostian, Kannapolis Fire & Life Safety Educator, at 704-920-4282 or mbostian@kannapolisnc.gov.

The grants were awarded to: • Academic Learning Center: $2,500 for teacher stipends and instructional materials for the afterschool program; • Big Brothers Big Sisters: $2,000 to grow the Bigs in Blue program, which pairs police officers with students to develop one-on-one mentoring relationships; • Cabarrus Cooperative Christian Ministry: $10,000 to launch a new 15-week educational course Getting Ahead in a Just Getting by World; • Cabarrus Health Alliance: $2,500 for student dental health services; • Cabarrus Meals on Wheels: $2,500 to help with the costs of providing meals Big Brother Officer Stephen Johnson with his Little Brother for seniors; • Classroom Central: $2,000 to cover the costs of bringing this free school supply program to Kannapolis City Schools; • Community Free Clinic: $2,000 to provide diabetic patient medical supplies; • Conflict Resolution Teen Court Program: $2,000 for this first-time youth offender program; • Elder Orphan Care: $2,000 to assist with safety modifications for at-risk seniors; • Genesis Counseling: $2,000 to provide outpatient services for substance abuse patients; • Junior Achievement: $2,000 to deliver a program on personal finance, economics and workforce development at Kannapolis Middle School; • Jr. Charity League: $2,000 for the purchase of school uniforms, weather-appropriate clothing and toiletries for needy families; • Main Street Mission: $2,000 for Getting Ahead classes; • Midway’s Opportunity House: $2,500 for resources for families in need; • New Piney Grove Community Center: $2,000 to start a music and dance summer camp class for 12- to 18-year-olds; • Operation Homeless, Inc. : $2,500 for the soup kitchen; • Prevent Child Abuse Rowan: $2,500 to support Terrie Hess House Child Advocacy Center; • Prosperity Unlimited, Inc.: $2,000 to pay for the organization’s office space; • Trinity United Methodist Church: $1,000 to aid in the cost of hosting the weekly God’s Supper Table; • Vision for Life of Kannapolis: $2,000 for students’ homework, social skill and life/character instruction.

It’s a Festival and Fire Truck Parade!

Kannapolis Fire Department invites you to its annual fire prevention festival and fire truck parade on September 29 at City Hall.

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; the fire truck parade begins at 11 a.m.

This free community event focuses on working smoke alarms, home escape planning and fire prevention. In addition, there will be music, food, entertainment, emergency vehicles, helicopters, “Community Row,” a kids’ firefighter challenge course and inflatable games.

ENVIRONMENTAL TIP Check your toilet for leaks by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank, and leave it for 15 to 20 minutes. If the water in the bowl is colored, replace the flapper valve inside the tank.

A 1/32-inch leak can waste 18,500 gallons in a year!

As many as eight vineyards/wineries and three breweries will share a selection of their beverages.

Admission includes a souvenir wine glass or beer flight glass, hors d’oeuvres, music and door prizes. Local wine, craft beer and arts & crafts will be available for purchase.

Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at toastofkannapolis.eventbrite.com, or in person at City Hall in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Run Kannapolis Fall Races Approaching

Calendar of Events

SEPTEMBER 2018

The Duke Dash 5K & Healthfest returns this year at 9 a.m., October 13. When you cross the finish line, you will be able to participate in Zumba, Yoga and visit with health-related vendors.

Proceeds will benefit Duke University’s MURDOCK Study.

The second half of the Run Kannapolis Series is underway. There are only four runs left in 2018.

Run Kannapolis is part of the City of Kannapolis’ Discover a Healthy Life brand and cosponsored by Atrium Health. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this unique series featuring the best 5K runs/walks in the city. Each run is held in Downtown Kannapolis and hosted by a nonprofit in the city that benefits from the entry fees.

The First Knight 5K is a Virtual 5K. It can be completed at any time at any location of the participant’s choice by December 15.

The First Knight 5K believes in the honor system, so no proof is required for your race completion. However, we encourage you to post pictures, videos, etc., to social media using the hashtag #runkannapolis to share your experience with other participants who are completing the 5K. Funds from this run will be used by the Kannapolis Rotary Club for the Early Act First Knight Program that teaches students what it means to put service before self.

THE CITY OF KANNAPOLIS 401 Laureate Way | Kannapolis, NC 28081 704.920.4300 www.kannapolisnc.gov

SEPTEMBER 3 Labor Day Observed

City offices closed

The Fall Back 5K is a new and exciting event that starts and ends on the beautiful NC Research Campus. The run will start at 1:50 a.m. on November 4. (The run will take place during the time change, which happens at 2 a.m. For example, if you run a 30-minute 5K, your finish time will be around 1:20 a.m.) We’ll have lots of fun staying awake and falling back in time! Proceeds will benefit the Fire Explorer Post.

8 Cruise-In

1-7 p.m. | N.C. Research Campus

The Frostbite 5K returns this year at 10 a.m. on December 15. A great time is always had by all as you enjoy the chilly weather and run/walk to get warm. Monies from this run benefit the YMCA Scholarship Fund.

OCTOBER 13 Cruise-In

1-7 p.m. | N.C. Research Campus

Runners/walkers are encouraged to participate in the entire series of eight races for a unique prize but you can win awards for finishing no less than five events. Register at runkannapolis.com.

We hope to see you all at the finish line!

2018 RUN KANNAPOLIS SERIES First Knight (virtual race) | Now-December 15 Benefits Kannapolis Rotary Club Duke Dash 5K & Healthfest | October 13, 9 am Benefits Duke University’s MURDOCK Study Fall Back | November 4, 1:50 am Benefits Kannapolis Firefighters Burned Children’s Fund & Explorer Post #1 Frostbite | December 15, 10 am Benefits Kannapolis YMCA

Follow the City on Facebook (facebook.com/cityofkannapolis), Instagram @KannapolisNC, LinkedIn (linkedin. com/company/cityofkanapolis), Nextdoor (nextdoor.com/Kannapolisnc.gov), Snapchat @KannapolisNC and Twitter @Kannapolis for regular updates and more ideas for fun.

Adopt a Kannapolis Street!

A

re you looking for a community service project? Do you see trash on the side of the road and want to do something about it? Join the Adopt-a-Street program!

The Adopt-a-Street program includes organizations that commit to cleaning a one-mile section of street at least four times a year for two years. Each organization is provided with equipment, a street sign that recognizes the organization and a certificate of participation.

Mount Olivet United Methodist Church committed to the Adopt-a-Street program to take care of Mt. Olivet Road. When asked why they decided to participate, Ute Lentz with Mount Olivet said, “It’s easy to do for all ages, and it builds community. In giving an hour once a quarter, we get a feeling of accomplishment for keeping our surroundings clean.”

22

Toast of Kannapolis 2-6 p.m. | City Hall

29

Fire Truck Parade and Fire Safety Festival | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

City Hall

13 Run Kannapolis Duke Dash

& Healthfest | 9 a.m. -12 noon Downtown 20

Fall Festival | 3-8:30 p.m.

Village Park | Scooby Doo movie More at kannapolisnc.gov.

Lentz recommends the program and encourages other organizations to get involved because “it’s an easy community project, which does not require much time, and in return you receive a sense of pride and connection to your team and community.”

The City of Kannapolis appreciates their partnership, along with the other organizations that have adopted streets and are working to beautify the city.

If you, your business or organization would like to join the Adopta-Street program, please contact Melissa Loveless at mloveless@ kannapolisnc.gov or visit kannapolisnc.gov/adoptastreet.

From left : Ute Lentz, Joy ce Rorie, Lynne Royal and

Barry Lentz