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October/November 2019

CONTENTS Painted by hand!

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Everyting is an idea.

Your first idea is usually your worst idea.

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– Maureen Daly, director, Fuquay-Varina Arts Ceneter

IN EVERY ISSUE 14 SEE & DO

Fill your social calendar with harvest festivals, Halloween happenings and fundraising galas.

16 MEET & GREET

Maureen Daly of the FuquayVarina Arts Center.

18 DIG IN & DRINK UP

Experts’ picks to sip and savor.

44 THERE & BACK

25 WONDER WOMEN

35

Find your new favorite restaurant in our dining guide.

Meet four hometown superheros working hard for their passions.

58 GROW & BLOOM

35 STYLE SECRETS

with garden pro L.A. Jackson.

Discover the keys to fall fashion: day-to-night looks, plenty of accessories and leopard for days.

48 TANTALIZING TSURU

Eclairs and truffles and coffee, oh my! Downtown Varina delights.

52 RISE & DINE

60 FUN & MEMES

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Fuquay-Varina Memes interviews local favorite Laura Fahnestock, Fuquay-Varina’s chief of police.

64 SEEN & HEARD

News from the community.

66 IN FOCUS 8 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2019

Top two photos: Jonathan Fredin. Bottom: Courtesy of Huckleberry Trail Farm.

FEATURES

Five farms to hop on a hayride, pick a pumpkin and celebrate fall.

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Letters

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ANDY DUFRESNE

October/November 2019 • Volume 1, Number 5 EXECUTIVE

Bill Zadeits, Group Publisher Kris Schultz, Publisher EDITORIAL

Emily Uhland, Senior Editor Amber Keister Sarah Rubenoff, Copy Editor Alexandra Blazevich, Social Media Manager CONTRIBUTORS

What a great article about George’s 95th tennis birthday in your latest magazine! It truly was a special day for George. It’s been fun working with you and your great magazine!

CHRIS HEMSWORTH WAIT ... THAT’S NOT WHAT YOU MEANT, WAS IT?

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– DON HAINES, FUQUAY-VARINA RESIDENT

“Thank you so much for that great article on George Smith. I really appreciate the care you took in so nicely sharing his story.”

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TAKING NOTES ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT THE HOLLY SPRINGS CHILDREN’S BUSINESS FAIR.

When I started this issue, I didn’t intend it to be a

woman-only edition. We went in search of community servants who were contributing in remarkable ways to Southern Wake county. There are many stories we could have told, but as the issue was underway, I noticed the ones that rose to the top were female-focused. Not only in our Wonder Women feature (pg. 25), where you’ll meet four ladies with incredible passion and drive, but also in our restaurant spotlight on Tsuru Sweets & Coffee (pg. 48), owned by chef Paola De Maayer, and in our Meet & Greet (pg. 16) with Maureen Daly of the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center.

Contributing behind the scenes were small business owners Carol Edwards, of Something You boutique, and Kristie Tart, of Cousin Couture, lending their expertise to our fall fashion feature, Style Secrets (pg. 35).

It is always an honor to meet and work with members of the community in our work to produce Main & Broad, but all of the girl power that went into this issue makes me especially proud.

Keep it up out there, ladies! I am excited to share your stories and your dedication to building a stronger village for all of us.

This issue

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Numbers

Number of 4times the word “superhero” appears

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local female leaders featured

5 pages devoted to Fuquay’s beloved chief of police

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Number of times I verified “Fahnestock” spelling

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youth-owned businesses participated in the Holly Springs Children’s Business Fair

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visits to Tsuru during issue production EMILY UHLAND SENIOR EDITOR

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Bass Lake Day

Free environmental education festival featuring music, crafts, games and live animals including hawks, snakes, turtles and owls. Kids and adults will love the interactive exhibits on topics such as falconry, vermicomposting, bow hunting, native wildlife and gardening.

Beericana Craft Beer and Music Festival OCTOBER 12 SUGG FARM PARK 12 P.M. - 6 P.M.

Beer lovers, this is for you: more than 60 craft breweries and a dozen food trucks, plus three great bands under the October sun at Holly Springs’ Sugg Farm Park.

Tickets can be purchased online and start at $15 for spectators and $45 for general admission with unlimited beer samples. A portion of the proceeds supports the NC Craft Brewers Guild.

Women Empower X

OCTOBER 12TH RALEIGH CONVENTION CENTER 10 A.M. - 5 P.M.

A one-day event for female entrepreneurs filled with networking, educational workshops and panels, inspiring keynotes and a business marketplace. Leave with meaningful connections and the tools to create and grow successful businesses.

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Halloween Happenings Fuquay-Varina Haunted Trail OCTOBER 19 CARROLL HOWARD JOHNSON PARK 5 P.M. - 6 P.M. FAMILY TRAIL 7 P.M. - 9 P.M. FULL FRIGHT

Young children (costumes encouraged) and families can walk through the family trail in the daylight and interact with the characters they encounter. The fun ends and the terror begins at 7:00 p.m. with the Full Fright trail’s screaminducing surprises. Not recommended for children under the age of 10; children ages 10-12 should be accompanied by an adult. Park at the Fuquay-Varina Community Center and walk, or take a shuttle to Carroll Howard Johnson Park.

Holly Springs Haunted Hayride OCTOBER 19 SUGG FARM PARK 7 P.M. - MIDNIGHT

Monsters, zombies, scary clowns and everything in between spook the riders of Holly Springs’ haunted hayride. Recommended for ages 14 and older; younger children accompanied by a parent are permitted. $5 per person. Tickets are available at the Holly Springs Cultural Center and Bass Lake Park.

Downtown Trick-or-Treat OCTOBER 25 DOWNTOWN FUQUAY-VARINA 2 P.M. - 5 P.M.

Families can trick-or-treat before the big night with the merchants in downtown Fuquay and Varina districts — a Halloween tradition sponsored by the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association. Little ghosts and goblins should look for the “Trick or Treat Here” sign in store windows.

Courtesy of Fuquay-Varina Parks and Recreation

YOU CAN SEE WHY FUQUAY’S FULL FRIGHT HAUNTED TRAIL IS RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 10 AND UP.

OCTOBER 5 SUGG FARM PARK 1 P.M. - 4 P.M.

See Do Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival

The Garden Hut Holiday Open House

Get “a dash more festive” at Fuquay-Varina’s annual festival. In addition to live entertainment, food, drinks and a free kids’ zone, there will be a chili cook-off, original art on display, museum tours and even Visit axe throwing and a BMX bike show.

A holiday tradition 17 years running, The Garden Hut will unveil themed trees, gourmet food items, Americanmade products and more for holiday inspiration. Bring canned or non-perishable food to donate to the FuquayVarina Food Pantry.

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Tee Off for the Troops Golf Classic Courtesy of Fuquay-Varina Parks and Recreation

NOVEMBER 10-11 BENTWINDS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

Celebrate Veterans Day by supporting Fuquay-based Military Missions in Action at their largest annual fundraiser. Come to watch the moving opening ceremony, bid in the silent auction and grab a foursome and play a round in honor of veterans in need and military serving overseas.

Grapes, Grains & Giving Gala HollyFest

OCTOBER 26 SUGG FARM PARK 10 A.M. - 4 P.M.

Holly Springs’ largest annual festival showcasing local artists, businesses, food vendors, children’s activities and local entertainment. New and longtime residents will enjoy a showcase of community groups, public safety vehicles (and the fire dog Cinder), shopping and — new this year — a scarecrow contest.

3 Bluebirds Ball

NOVEMBER 2 RENAISSANCE RALEIGH NORTH HILLS HOTEL 6 P.M. - 11 P.M.

Holly Springs-based 3 Bluebirds Farm hosts its annual fundraising gala to benefit their programs serving individuals with autism: Camp Bluebird for children, Take Flight social clubs for teens and adults, and the future residential farm for adults.

Artwork created by campers will be on display. ABC11’s Andrea Blanford will MC. The event concludes with a live auction.

NOVEMBER 15 LESLIE-ALFORD-MIMS HOUSE, HOLLY SPRINGS 6:30 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.

Join the Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce to raise money for the Holly Springs Food Cupboard with Visit an elegant evening of local craft beers and wines, decadent desserts and hors d’oeuvres, music and vent at the e a lively auction.

Holly Springs Half Marathon & 5K NOVEMBER 23 NORTH MAIN ATHLETIC COMPLEX, 1151 N. MAIN ST., HOLLY SPRINGS 7:10 A.M. HALF MARATHON 7:35 A.M. 5K

Starting from the Holly Springs Salamanders’ baseball stadium, participants run through the picturesque neighborhoods and greenways of Holly Springs and around Bass Lake. Finishers receive a medal and Bombshell Beer Company’s Runners High ale. Enjoy a post race pancake breakfast courtesy of the Holly Springs Rotary Club.

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Meet

Greet

Maureen Daly Cultural Arts Director, Town of Fuquay-Varina Director of the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center START ‘EM EARLY: I was lucky, as a youngster, that my mom

and dad were pretty adamant about taking the kids out regularly to see theater and go to concerts and movies and restaurants with tablecloths. Probably in high school I realized not every kid grew up thinking that going to the new art exhibit was cool.

LONGTIME COMING: They have talked in Fuquay-Varina about having an arts center for better than 25 years. …It’s not about what I want or what I like. We are here for what the community wants to explore, what they want to see.

GOALS: I would really like to find ways to make all the

arts — theater, visual arts, dance, performance art — to really demystify them. With this kind of a facility, we are working on a community level that just says, “Come in and try this.” It is not so profound that you can’t reach it.

IN DEFENSE OF MUSICALS: When all of a

sudden the emotion is so strong that you don’t have words, you have something else! You can’t tell me that people don’t walk down the street when they are happy whistling or singing.

We all do it!

Daly includes “The King and I” and “Come From Away” among her favorites.

JUST KEEP SWIMMING*: So often we have this

ENCOURAGING EMPATHY: The arts are one of those things that create those relationships, that mind and that heart that says, “There are experiences more than mine, and they have value.

It’s not just about me.”

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AFTER A NINE-MONTH DELAY, THE FUQUAY-VARINA ARTS CENTER OPENED IT’S DOORS IN MARCH, UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF MAUREEN DALY.

Jonathan Fredin

idea that if I get on stage it has to be perfect, and what if I can’t paint that perfect picture. It doesn’t matter. What matters is that you are doing it — that you paint or dance, or that you try. And if you love it, then keep practicing. *“Finding Dory” is another favorite.

FUQUAY-VARINA ARTS CENTER Noche Flamenca Friday, October 18, 2019, 7:30 p.m.

All seats $14 Experience the emotional power of Flamenca and an authentic Spanish Tablao. Eduardo Stephenson’s Noche Flamenca lets you escape to the Andaluz region of Spain, featuring Flamenco musicians from Spain, Venezuela, Cuba, the USA and Canada.

Beatlesque Saturday, October 26, 2019, 7:30 p.m.

All tickets $14 Back for an ENCORE performance, Beatlesque is a four-piece Beatles tribute band based in Raleigh, NC. The band strives to replicate the sound and look of The Beatles to the closest detail while performing music from the entire Beatles catalog. In costume and in character, the fab four members of Beatlesque enjoy the challenge and the thrill of recreating the music that we all know and love.

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Friday, November 1, 2019, 8 p.m.

Seats $30/adults; $26/srs & students

Winner of the prestigious American Comedy Awards “Comic of the Year,” this Kentucky woman is a comedy icon! Hailed as the “Polyester Princess,” the reigning Queen of Southern Sass delivers a high powered, take-no-prisoners performance full of truth, irony, humor and wisdom. This trailer park goddess has appeared on Oprah, Showtime, CMT, CBS Sunday Morning, ABC, Columbia Pictures, and NBC. She headlines the hugely successful Southern Fried Chicks Comedy Tour and touts a huge fan base on SiriusXM comedy channels.

For more info, call the Arts Center at 919-567-3920 fvarts.org

Dig in

Drink up Port Cask Finished Virginia-Highland Whisky

Melissa Katrincic owns Durham Distillery, the No. 1 Craft Gin Distillery in the U.S. and home of the awardwinning Conniption Gin, with her husband Lee. She is also the former vice president of the Distiller’s Association of North Carolina.

from the Virginia Distillery Co. Written by Melissa Katrincic | Photographed by Jonathan Fredin HISTORY: Virginia Distillery Co. was started in 2011 in

Livingston, Va. While much of its single malt whiskey is currently aging in barrels, the distillery has several current offerings that are blended whiskeys.

This route is common for craft whiskey distilleries, as it allows their distillers to make something unique with their own 100% malted barley unaged whiskey and sourced (or bought) Scotch whisky.

FLAVOR: This whiskey blend has been finished in port casks for a minimum of one year.The nose of the whiskey is reminiscent of bourbon, which can be attributed to the port barrels adding a hint of sweetness. On the palate, the “funk” of the unaged single malt whiskey comes first but is quickly softened into Scotch peat smokiness.

If you’re a fair-weather fan of Scotch who is not into the depth of smoky peat, this blend is definitely worth your time. Whiskey fans who also appreciate the harsher edges of unaged single malt will enjoy this offering, too.

BY ANY OTHER NAME: Regional protections

are very important in spirit production. For example, “bourbon” can only be used by U.S. distilleries, just as Scotch whisky can only come from Scotland.

In July, the Scotch Whisky Association sued Virginia Distillery Co. for their use of the word “Highland,” as that term is “reserved,” according to the suit. Virginia Distillery Co. agreed to stop using “Highland” on its VirginiaHighland Whisky, and the suit was withdrawn.

Whatever is on the label, it’s the spirit that counts. Look for it in Wake County ABC stores.

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Oktoberfest Lager from Bombshell Beer Company Written by Devin Singley | Photographed by Jonathan Fredin HISTORY: The first Oktoberfest was a wedding celebration. In October 1810, Prince Ludwig of Bavaria married Princess Theresa of Saxe-Hildburghausen in Munich. The entire city was invited to celebrate, and the local breweries provided their famous lagers. It was decided in 1819 that Oktoberfest would become an official annual event.

Traditionally, the festival is opened by the mayor of Munich. He ceremoniously taps the first cask of the amber lager with a cry of “O’zapft is!” — German for “It is tapped.” Bombshell’s Oktoberfest Lager has also become an annual tradition.

INSPIRATION: Bombshell Beer Company’s Oktoberfest was inspired by another wedding — mine.

My wife was born and grew up in Germany. The beer’s ingredients come from places where my wife has lived, including Munich.

FLAVOR: The beer is copper in color. Malt

forward and smooth, it’s spiced with enough hops to keep the brew from only ringing a single note. Made with Munich malt, the body is rich and bready. As a nod its history, the beer is hopped with a variety called German Tradition.

BOMBSHELL BEER COMPANY 120 Quantum Drive, Holly Springs (919) 823-1933; bombshellbeer.com

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Devin Singley is the head brewer at Bombshell Beer Company in Holly Springs. He has a certificate in brewing from the Institute of Brewing and Distilling and ten years of brewing experience in North Carolina. Singley is also on the board of the Triangle Craft Beer Alliance.

November 9 Varina District 405 E. Broad Street Fuquay-Varina 12-4 pm Sample delicious BBQ, savor locally brewed beer & enjoy live music!

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Haunted Trail October 19 Carroll Howard Johnson Park

Family Fright - 5-6 pm Full Fright - 7-9 pm

Fun, scary, free! Park at the Community Center (900 S. Main) to take the shuttle to the Haunted Trail. No parking at trail!

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2 tbsp olive oil

2 Pink Lady apples, halved 1/2 large fennel bulb, cut into thin slices 10-12 stalks of Swiss chard, leaves cut into ribbons and stalks diced

4 links of sweet Italian sausage 1/2 cup dry white wine

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup cold water Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

This dish tastes just like autumn!

An easy to prepare dinner, simply saute a few aromatics, soften some apple halves, brown the sausages, and sneak in a few greens for a complete and hearty meal. We loved how the savory spices of the sausages paired with the warm, soft apples – very satisfying indeed!

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the apple halves, fennel and diced chard stalks. Sauté, turning occasionally, until everything is tender and golden brown, roughly 8-10 minutes.

2. Pierce the sausages with a fork a few times, and add them to the pan. Sear the sausages, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. After a few minutes of searing, add the wine and vinegar. Continue to cook and brown the sausages, as needed, until all sides are golden brown and the sausages are cooked through.

3. Add 1/2 cup of water and the chard leaves to the skillet, and quickly wilt the chard. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Serves 4

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Drink up NAGELSFORST 1268 DRY RIESLING, 2016

Weingut Nagelsforst has been producing wines for 750 years — since 1268. The winery is located near the Black Forest in the Baden wine region, which is the southernmost of Germany’s 13 official wine regions and the country’s third largest.

Nagelsforst 1268 Dry Riesling has juicy white-grapefruit and lemon flavors.

Medium-bodied, punchy and citrusy, the wine finishes with a lavish and silky texture. Nagelsforst will pair well with the Swiss chard, the slight tang of the apple cider vinegar, and the savory spices of the Italian sausage. $19.99

KRASNO PINOT NOIR, 2017

Established in 1957, Klet Brda Winery is located near the small village of Krasno in Slovenia. A cooperative of 400 local families, the winery is the leading producer and exporter of Slovenian bottled wine.

Krasno Pinot Noir has aromas and flavors of mature red fruits (cherries and strawberries), a medium to full body and bright acidity. The ample fruit and acidity will pair well with the dish’s fennel and Italian sausage. $19.99

Written By Bill Allen Photographed By Jonathan Fredin

VALENTIN FLEUR CHENIN, 2017

Valentin Fleur Winery was established in 1965 in the Anjou region of the Loire Valley, which is renowned for its Chenin blanc wines. Started by Jean Fleur, his son, Michel, took over the winery in 1987.

Valentin Fleur Chenin has flavors of soft Asian pear and Granny Smith apples balanced with a bright citrus acidity. These flavors complement the hint of sweetness in the pan-seared apples and the slight licorice flavor from the fennel bulb in the recipe. $11.99

ared apples Pan-se usage with sa ectly with pairs perf

Bill Allen holds a first-level certification with the Court of Master Sommeliers and a Specialist of Wine certification from the Society of Wine Educators.

He has worked as a wine educator with the Triangle Wine Company for five years.

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Laura Fahnestock Chief of Police

Charlene Dunn Infinity Educators

Tracy Watson Military Missions in Action

Erin O’Loughlin

Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

3 Bluebirds Farm

We’re surrounded by superheros, y’all.

Every day, members of the community

are pouring their hearts, hard work and

social-media savvy into furthering their

passions. Each of these ladies is fighting fiercely for her cause and making southern Wake the richer for it.

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Wonder Women

Written by Emily Uhland Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

Laura Fahnestock Chief of Police, Town of Fuquay-Varina

Police Chief Laura Fahnestock takes her job very seriously.

As the first female lieutenant and captain in the Rocky Mount Police Department, then the first female chief of police in FuquayVarina, she’s had to.

“There will always be those that say you can’t do it. I don’t let that hinder my growth,” Fahnestock says. “I never let gender impact my actions. I wanted to be the best law enforcement officer I could be.”

During her 24-year tenure with the Rocky Mount PD, then police chief and mentor Joe Brown identified Fahnestock’s natural ability to lead, and from there the goal was set. Fahnestock volunteered for challenging assignments, sought leadership opportunities, counseled with mentors, wrote grants and earned her masters degree, all while keeping her sights on the goal of one day becoming a chief of police.

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When the opportunity came available in Fuquay-Varina, Fahnestock knew it was where she wanted to be.

“Coming here, and seeing the opportunities that I could have here; meeting the men and women of the Fuquay-Varina police department; I was excited for the opportunity,” she says.

Fahnestock is a Raleigh native. Her father was a captain in the Raleigh Police Department. For Chief Laura — as she’s affectionately known in southern Wake — returning to Wake County felt like coming home.

“I think of myself as the mom of Fuquay-Varina. I truly care about the community and have a passion for law enforcement.”

Despite the serious dedication police work requires, Fahnestock isn’t closed off behind an intimidating facade.

“I try to be open, with a sense of humor. My officers know I understand what it’s like to work a patrol beat. I want

to be transparent and accessible to the community,” she says.

Fahnestock makes a point to be out in the Fuquay-Varina area at events, visiting businesses and patrolling the streets. Outreach is a huge focus for the department, which frequently holds events like coffee with a cop, fro-yo with the popo and barbershop rap sessions.

“We want to remove barriers, build trust and enhance communication. I don’t want a person’s first contact with the police to be an emergency situation,” she says.

Part of those efforts for transparency include the F-V police department’s 15,000-follower-strong Facebook page, which Fahnestock runs herself.

“I saw (Facebook) as an opportunity to share our story. Much of the narrative around the country was negative, so this HUMOR YOU SAY? was one way to reach peoTURN TO PAGE 60 FOR FUQUAY-VARINA MEMES’ ple,” Fahnestock says.

TURN TO INTERVIEW CHIEF LAURA. “We use humor to teach and be approachable,” she says, examples include the ubiquitous #9PM Routine memes, some of which Fahnestock creates herself; some she borrows from other departments.

“There are also moments when we have to share crimes and be transparent,” she says. “We are the most effective when the community is working with us.”

From 2016 to 2017 Fuquay-Varina experienced a 46% decrease in crime, including violent and property crimes. Fuquay is considered safer than 85% of the cities in North Carolina.* “Not about me, it’s about my team,” she says, of the 57 men and women under her leadership in the police department. “We are successful together.”

“I want the community to know to continue to work with us. Be our partners; part of the team.

We cannot do this alone,” Fahnestock says.

“Success could be solving a crime, providing help to a victim, mentoring an officer or having a community meeting, but it ultimately comes down to integrity.” MB *Data derived from the 2017 FBI uniform crime reports.

Day in the Life Main & Broad tries to keep up with chief Fahnestock

7:45 am

Welcoming students back to school at Lincoln Heights Elementary School

8:50 a.m.

Patrolling in the squad car

10:00 a.m.

Meeting with police department staff

11:00 a.m.

Back in the office for answering emails and reading reports

1:00 p.m.

Walking the downtown streets

2:00 p.m.

Meeting with town manager Adam Mitchell at town hall

2:30 p.m.

Chatting with members of the community at Stick Boy Bread Company

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Written by Emily Uhland Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

Charlene Dunn Business educator for Wake County Public Schools, owner of Infinity Educators LLC and organizer of the Holly Springs Children’s Business Fair

On a humid Saturday in early August, Charlene Dunn witnessed the fruition of her efforts as an educator, entrepreneur and mentor.

The Holly Springs Children’s Business Fair — a one-day pop-up market and brainchild of Dunn and her company Infinity Educators — showcased youth-run businesses selling solar lights, 3D printed objects, artisan soaps and more. Businesses included those thought up and run by young people ages elementary through high school.

Dunn circulates through the tents, congratulating the “kidpreneurs” and listening to sales pitches.

“What really impresses me is the excitement (the young people) have about their product,” Dunn says.

Dunn is a business education teacher at Holly Grove Middle School, a subject she has taught for 20 years.

“Middle school is that exploratory time for students. Being introduced to business and entrepreneurship concepts is a great idea,” she says.

Dunn developed Infinity Educators after witnessing firsthand the financial challenges facing teachers and the lack of entrepreneurship education available for all ages. The company’s dual mission to coach teachers and children in entrepreneurship touches both of Dunn’s passions.

“My personal philosophy is to, ‘Thrive at life that makes sense,’ a life in which who I am, what I believe and what I do, all align. I am a teacher at heart, an entrepreneur in spirit and an educator by profession, and as an ‘edupreneur,’ my mission is to provide learning experiences that foster income, entrepreneurship and livelihood development,” she says.

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Dunn counsels that while four-year college might not be for everyone; entrepreneurship may be another path.

“I think children are taught to go to college and go work for somebody. Let’s show them a different perspective: entrepreneurship. Show them early, and it might spark something in them to start their own business.”

Infinity Educators plans to offer a series of programs covering topics like budgeting, marketing and web site design. The Holly Springs Children’s Business Fair, provides a venue for fledgeling businesses to showcase what they’ve developed.

“It is the apex of everything,” Dunn says.

As a teacher, Dunn already has a demanding schedule, but she made time to found Infinity Educators, in part, to serve as inspiration for her pupils.

“If I’m teaching it, I want to show it to the children. Let me be the example, so I can give you real life experience and feedback.” MB

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“

My proceeds go to the World Wildlife Fund. They raise money for conservation.”

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Tracy Watson Owner, Go Watson Realty, Big Monkey Renovations Chairman of the Board, Military Missions in Action

“When people think of me, I want them to think of the military and MMIA,” says Tracy Watson, FuquayVarina resident, business owner, philanthropist and allaround community spokesperson.

Her dedication to the armed forces runs deep.

“I’ve been a child, wife, sister and now a military mom,” she says.

“When I was thinking about what to get involved in, I WATSON IS A MASTER OF PAIRING had to think about what was important to me. The more I HER PASSIONS. AN AVID JEEP ENTHUSIAST AND LONGTIME CAR got involved, the more it touched my heart.”

LOVER, WATSON HAD HER YEAR 2000 Watson has volunteered with Fuquay’s Military JEEP WRANGLER TJ WRAPPED IN AN AMERICAN FLAG GRAPHIC. Missions in Action for six years collecting donations, planning fundraisMMIA = ers, securing sponsors and spreadMilitary “The first year you don’t know what to expect. I said I’d be happy ing the word about this 12-year-old Missions in Action if we got 50 people, and we ended up with 100,” Watson says. hometown nonprofit.

A FuquayThe event raised $10,000 with a silent auction, sponsorships, Currently, she serves as chairman of the Varina-based board with a clear mission to raise awareness in 50/50 raffle and community donations. The second Cars and Jars is non-profit serving the scheduled for Nov. 3, again at Mason Jar Lager company. the Fuquay community about MMIA. military “I get to drink beer; I get to look at cars; and I get to raise “We’ve been recognized by the president community of N.C. with of the United States,” says Mike Dorman, ex- money for MMIA. It’s a trifecta of awesomeness,” she says. donations of Watson carries her passion for the military into her real estate ecutive director and founder of MMIA. “Yet supplies and furniture, and only 10% of the community knows we’re here. business, Go Watson Realty. She offers a 20% commission rebate home renovation Tracy goes above and beyond bringing aware- program for anyone that has served in the military, as well as nursprojects. ness to the organization so that more people es, teachers and first responders.

“Over the last three years, I’ve given back $35,000 so far. It’s know about us and more people can get involved.”

Watson utilizes social media and her widespread personal net- another way of thanking all of those people for what they are doing daily,” Watson says. work to get the word out and encourage new volunteers.

Watson received Best Realtor honors from Indy Week (2019) Last year, Watson introduced a new benefit event, Cars and Jars, held at Mason Jar Lager Company, which attracted unique and Suburban Living magazine (2018), which inspired her to start a video series called Fuquay Feature Fridays. cars and beer-lovers alike in support of MMIA’s programs.

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Every friday she posts a one-minute video to her Facebook page highlighting a fellow Fuquay-Varina business.

“It’s a way to let new residents know what’s here,” she says.

“It’s a really tight network of people who own small businesses in Fuquay. We all support and know each other.”

One of her recent features was her husband Jared, aka Monkey, Watson, with whom she owns Big Monkey Renovation & Repair. Watson credits Jared for being her biggest cheerleader and always encouraging her to pursue her passions.

“With all of my clients, I want to know, ‘What’s your goal?’ That becomes my mission — to help you reach your goal, your dream,” Watson says.

As a child of the military, Watson moved frequently during her childhood.

Happily, she’s put down roots in FuquayVarina and doesn’t plan to ever leave.

“This is the longest I’ve ever lived in a place. This is my home.” MB

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Written by Marine Elia Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

Erin O’Loughlin President and founder, 3 Bluebirds Farm

When Erin O’Loughlin’s son Marcus was diagnosed with autism, she knew he would need assistance for the rest of his life.

With her husband, she began researching possibilities for her son’s future.

“We were getting worried. We started looking further down the line as to what’s going to happen when we’re no longer there,” O’Loughlin said. “We realized there’s just not a lot of options out there for adults with autism.”

O’Loughlin knew she had to take action. With a career in marketing and fundraising for nonprofits, it was time to fight for her own cause. After visiting several residential communities across the country, she established what would eventually become 3 Bluebirds Farm in 2012.

“I’ve always been a social activist by na32 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2019

ture,” O’Loughlin said. “I knew that if we were struggling, then other people were, too.

I realized quickly after I founded the organization that this is no longer about my son.

This is about the population of people living with autism and their families.”

As its long-term mission, the nonprofit plans to establish a self-sustaining, residential farming community for autistic adults. The goal is to offer a home and meaningful work to 20 residents and fulltime caregivers.

While O’Loughlin and her team work towards making that dream a reality, the nonprofit’s focus rests on its child and teen programs. Both Camp Bluebird, a track-out and summer program for autistic children, and the Take Flight Club for teenagers, are based in Holly Springs.

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Government services that help families of children with autism come to a screeching halt once the individual turns 22. The cut-off age, or what O’Loughlin refers to as “the cliff,” often destabilizes the lives of these young adults.

“There’s a million-and-one services for children, but you don’t grow out of autism,” O’Loughlin said.

She says it’s also important to understand that autism O’Loughlin wrote affects individuals differently a children’s book called “The Bluebird and to varying degrees. Some Dance,” about a individuals are able to live infamily of bluebirds dependently, while others need searching to be lifelong assistance. independent yet remain together.

“I love the beautiful stories Proceeds from the of the high-functioning adults purchase of the with autism who overcome obbook go towards 3 Bluebirds Farm. stacles and go to school and get Available on Amazon. a job. They should be celebrated,” she said. “But we also need to tell the stories about the 210-pound adults with autism living with their parents who are non-verbal, not toilet trained, and aggressive.

Tons of those families exist.”

O’Loughlin plays with Sloan Daughtry at Camp Bluebird, a summer and track-out program for children with autism.

Beyond the residential aspect of the farm, O’Loughlin is hard at work planning the infinite possibilities to keep it self-sustaining.

Microbusinesses would include a collaboration with local farmto-table restaurants to provide produce and a coffee shop where residents could sell their artwork.

“Bluebirds represent happiness and peace and hope,” said O’Loughlin, a lifelong bird lover. “The nest represents a home and the eggs represent hope. We’re creating a home for those who need it.” MB

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Farms for

FALL

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Southern Fuquay-Varina

$10

General admission

Just south of Fuquay-Varina, you’ll find family-run Hipp Farms, boasting plenty of outdoor play and pumpkins to peruse. A ten-acre corn maze with trivia, hay maze, tricycle DRIVE TIME From Holly Springs: races, wagon ride, hay 25 minutes hoist and more are From Fuquay-Varina: 15 minutes included in general admission. Other attractions are a la cart, like pony rides and duck races. New this year is a corn cannon that shoots up to 200 yards. On Saturdays in October, grab a flashlight and head into the after-dark corn maze. Season passes are available.

Located at the corner of Ballard Road and Hwy 401.

299 Ballard Road, Fuquay-Varina (919) 669-5741 hippfarmscornmaze.com

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Each of These farms has varied seasonal weekend operating hours.

Verify dates and hours before venturing out.

Don't Delay!

Many are only open in October.

Photos Courtesy of Hipp Farms

Hipp Farms

Huckleberry Trail Farm

Smith’s Nursery Fall Festival

Siler City

Benson

$10

General admission

Photos Courtesy of Huckleberry Trail Farm

Ever heard of ga-ga ball? Me neither. At Siler City’s Huckleberry Trail Farm, you’ll get the chance to experience it. The dodgeballesque game is played in a log-built octagonal pit; the only one in the world, the DRIVE TIME From Holly Springs: owners say. Also 40 minutes enjoy jack o’lantern From Fuquay-Varina: 50 minutes bowling, pumpkin checkers, vintage toys and corn hole. Wrapping up the festival season, the farm will host a flashlight mystery maze on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Team up with friends to solve the 'whodunnit' mystery and make it out of the corn maze first.

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Naylor Family Farm

Photos Courtesy of Naylor Family Farm

Southern Fuquay-Varina

Johnston County’s Smith’s Nursery pulls out all the stops for it’s annual fall festival on Saturday, October 26. Live bluegrass music, pony rides, face painting and a bounce DRIVE TIME From Holly Springs: house entertain 35 minutes guests after a From Fuquay-Varina: 30 minutes hayride to the pumpkin patch. $5 General admission Children can decorate their pumpkins onsite. Maple View Farm ice cream and seasonal produce are available for purchase along with plants from the nursery.

443 Sanders Road, Benson (919) 934-1700 smithsnurseryinc.com

$18

General admission

Foam ball air cannons. That phrase alone has me itching to head south to Naylor Family Farm’s 22 ft. farm tower fort, a twisty, turny labyrinth of four giant feed bins with the aforementioned air cannons to guard your battle flag. Not the battling sort? Gem mining, farm animals, a 28DRIVE TIME From Holly Springs: acre hayride, 20 minutes and a life-sized From Fuquay-Varina: 15 minutes pirate ship also await. Naylor Farms is open until Nov. 4, the latest date of all our farms.

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Vollmer Farm & Back 40 Playground Bunn

Vollmer Farm’s main event is the Back 40 playground, a wonderland of harvest festival fun. There’s a 100 ft. underground slide, kayaking on the pond ($5 per person), hayrides, farm animals, a corn maze and more family-friendly attractions. On Saturday nights, outdoor movies are projected on the side DRIVE TIME of the barn; surFrom Holly Springs: 55 minutes rounding fire pits From Fuquay-Varina: are perfect for 60 minutes roasting s’mores. $10.68 General Play checkers outside of the admission on-site market, which offers organic produce, jams & jellies and gifts.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed, but are available for purchase, including Bennie B’s Food Truck and fresh baked pies in the farm’s own cafe.

677 NC Hwy 98 E, Bunn (919) 496-3076 vollmerfarm.com

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Tsuru Sweets & Coffee Written by David McCreary Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

The Varina area just keeps getting sweeter.

“

Our community has definitely embraced us. ...

We are truly grateful for all the positive response we have received.

”

– Paola De Maayer, owner and executive chef, Tsuru Sweets & Coffee

Since opening earlier this year, locally owned confectionary Tsuru Sweets & Coffee has become a must-visit spot for people seeking premium chocolates, beverages and other tempting treats.

“Our community has definitely embraced us, and people seem really pleased with our products,” says Paola V. De Maayer, owner and executive chef, who is affectionally known by many as Chef Paola. “We are truly grateful for all the positive response we have received.”

A native of Costa Rica, Chef Paola attended culinary school in the Triangle and then honed her chops working at The Food Network and The Fearrington House Restaurant.

Ultimately, she decided to start her own business.

“I have always been a hard worker, so I realized that I could open my own place and work hard for myself,” she says with a wide smile.

In partnership with her husband, Steven De Maayer, the diminutive chef developed Tsuru, a name that means “cacao” in the Bribri language indigenous to her native homeland. She even sources the cacao for making chocolate from a tribe of women in Costa Rica.

Tsuru sells gourmet delicacies like bonbons, macarons, pastries and specialty coffee drinks. On any given day, you’ll continued on page 50

CHEF PAOLA PAINTS THE MOLDS WITH COCOA BUTTER THEN FILLS THEM WITH CHOCOLATE.

“

as a female in the workforce I try to help other women whenever I can.

”

– Paola De Maayer, owner and executive chef, Tsuru Sweets & Coffee

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find artfully fashioned selections like opera cake, chocolate croissants and crisp eclairs.

“We have a seasonal menu, so we change things often,” chef Paola says, “but we have some staples, too.”

She also creates exquisite custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions. Catering for events is also in her portfolio.

Freshly made goods are displayed in glass cases, and guests place their orders at the counter. Several tables and chairs fill the polished concrete floor, while a custom-crafted bar area beckons patrons to sit and enjoy their tasty treats.

Situated on a prime corner in the Varina district, Tsuru’s mural-laden stand-alone structure offers guests plenty of parking space just footsteps away from the front door.

“The building has a lot of character, and it was 50 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2019

originally a bank years ago,” chef Paola explains. “We were able to repurpose the large safe into a walk-in cooler.”

When it comes to making artisan chocolate, chef Paola employs a laborintensive multi-step process that involves an electronic tempering machine, custom molds and hand-painting with cocoa butter. Most days you can catch a glimpse of her through the kitchen window as she finesses each concoction with precision and flair.

In the mood for waffles? Belgianstyle offerings include powdered sugar and maple; strawberry Nutella; and cinnamon apples, bananas and caramel.

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“The owner is a young female entrepreneur, and as a female in the workforce I try to help other women whenever I can,” says Chef Paola.

Another way she helps people is by employing young men and women and giving them enough hours each week to feel they are part of the Tsuru family.

“Keeping the people who work with you engaged is really important,” she says.

“I want my employees to be happy when they come to work and remain that way while they are here.”

One piece of advice to keep in mind: Go early for the best selection. It seems people in the Quay do love their sweets.

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Dine Unsure where to eat today? Look no further than this selection of local eateries & cafes.

FUQUAY-VARINA Abbey Road Tavern and Grill “Signature Beatle burgers and live entertainment.”

711 N. Main St.; Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-7731; abbeyroadnc.com Anna’s Pizzeria “Piping hot pizzas and mouthwatering Italian food.” 138 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 285-2497; annaspizzeria.com Aviator SmokeHouse BBQ Restaurant “All of our food is made in-house.”

525 E. Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-7675; aviatorbrew.com Cultivate Coffee Roasters “Modern industrial twist on a small town coffee shop.”

128 S. Fuquay Ave., Fuquay Varina (919) 285-4067; www.cultivate.coffee Daddy D’s BBQ “Slow cooked with love.”

1526 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-6464; daddydsbbqnc.com Eggs Up Grill “Breakfast favorites served all day.”

1436 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina (919) 285-4463; eggsupgrill.com

Joyce & Family Restaurant “Home cooked Southern favorites.”

129 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 567-1717; @joyceandfamily

El Dorado “Enjoy the most delicious Mexican food amongst family.”

112 E Vance St, Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-0287; eldoradomexicanrestaurant.com Drive Bru “Drive thru coffee shop with N.Y. coffee & Carolina charm.”

1013 E Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (607) 745-2512; @drivebru Garibaldi Trattoria Pizza & Pasta “Authentic Italian cuisine and quality service.”

900 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-8868; garibalditrattoria.com

Jus’ Enuff Home Cooking “Homemade everything.” 736 N Main St., Fuquay-Varina; (919) 567-0587 facebook.com/JusEnuffHomeCookin Los Tres Magueyes “We prepare our food fresh daily.”

401 Wake Chapel Road, Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-3957; lostresmagueyes.com The Mason Jar Tavern “All the comforts of Southern hospitality with a modern twist.”

305 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-5555; themasonjartavern.com

The Healthy Spot “Meal replacement smoothies and energizing teas.”

961 East Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 552-5373; @healthyspotfuquay

The Mill “Coffee. Beer. Wine. Community.”

146 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-2123; themillfuquay.com

J&S New York Pizza “Family-owned and operated Italian restaurant.”

500 Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-6921; jandsnypizza.com

Nil’s Cafe “Family-oriented Mediterranean cafe.”

513 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina (919) 567-0887; nilscafe-weebly.com Pints Ice Cream & Beer 512 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina @pintsicecream

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Stick Boy Bread Co. “Handcrafted baked goods from scratch … all natural ingredients.”

127 S. Main St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 557-2237; stickboyfuquay.com Triple Barrel Tavern “Restaurant, sports bar & billiards.”

2221 N Grassland Drive, Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-0940; @triplebarreltavernfuquayvarina

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Tsuru Sweets & Coffee “Elegant-yet-sassy gourmet confectionery.”

411 Broad St, Fuquay-Varina (919) 285-2646; tsurusweets.com

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Wingin’ It Bar and Grille “Family-friendly neighborhood pub.”

1625 N. Main St., Suite 109, Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-0962; winginitbarandgrille.com

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Hickory Tavern “Something for every appetite.”

401 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 557-2064; thehickorytavern.com

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Zeera Indian Restaurant “Authentic goodness in traditional Indian food.”

1311 E Broad St., Fuquay-Varina (919) 762-6215; zeeranc.com

The Blind Pelican “Creative seafood and boat drinks.”

120 Bass Lake Road; Holly Springs (984) 225-2471; blindpelicanseafood.com

Fera’wyn’s Chocolate Cafe “Forget love, I’d rather fall in chocolate.”

652 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (415) 758-3296; ferawyns.com

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The Butcher’s Market “Premium meats and specialty grocery.”

4200 Lassiter Rd, Holly Springs (919) 267-919); thebutchersmarkets.com

Fiesta Mexicana Restaurante Mexicano “Authentic. Hot. Fresh.”

428 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 346-1330; fiestamexicananc-hollysprings.com

Cristo’s Bistro “Hand tossed NY style pizza.”

5217 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs (919) 363-8852, cristosbistro.com

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers “Great food without a long wait.”

221 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 557-3475; freddysusa.com

Eggs Up Grill “Breakfast favorites served all day.”

4216 Lassiter Road, Holly Springs (919) 495-4530; eggsupgrill.com

Harvest Moon Bakery – Cafe “Breakfast and lunch cafe with scratch-made bakery and locally roasted coffee.”

128 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs (919) 586-7005; harvestmoonbakerycafe.com

Acme Pizza Co. “Chicago-style deep dish pizza.”

204 Village Walk Dr, Holly Springs (919) 552-8800; acmepizzaco.com Bass Lake Draft House “34 beers on tap.”

124 Bass Lake Rd, Holly Springs (919) 567-3251; basslakedrafthouse.com Blaze Pizza “Fast fire’d, perfectly crisp perfection.”

316 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 261-5950; blazepizza.com

Healthy But Good “Fast food for smart people.”

424 Village Walk Drive, Holly Springs (919) 341-5554; @healthybutgoodhollysprings

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Homegrown Pizza “Pizza, calzones and sandwiches.”

4928 Linksland Drive, ​Holly Springs (​919) 577-5575; homegrownpizza.com Kobe HIbachi and Sushi 515 North Main Street, Holly Springs (919) 557-1437; kobehollyspringsnc.com Los Tres Magueyes “A Mexican Treat.”

120 Bass Lake Road, Holly Springs (919) 552-6272; lostresmagueyes.com Mama Bird’s Cookies + Cream “A unique spin on a timeless dessert.”

304 N. Main St., Holly Springs (919) 762-7808; mamabirdsicecream.com The Mason Jar Tavern “All the comforts of Southern hospitality with a modern twist.”

114 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 964-5060; themasonjartavern.com MediTerra Grill “Delicious ingredients. Old world recipes.”

108 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 762-7851; mediterranc.com

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Osha Thai Kitchen & Sushi “Authentic Thai cuisine: well-balanced dishes bursting with flavor.”

242 S Main Street, Holly Springs (984) 538-6742; oshathaikitchennc.com

Dine Mi Cancun Mexican Restaurant 324 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 552-9979; micancunmx.com Michelangelos Pizza “Pizza buffet for lunch and dinner.”

7280 GB Alford HWY, Holly Springs (919) 557-4992; michelangelospizza.com My Way Tavern “Freshly made all-American foods.”

301 W. Center St., Holly Springs (919) 285-2412; mywaytavern.com

Rise Southern Biscuits & Chicken “The best dang biscuits.”

169 Grand Hill Place, Holly Springs (919) 586-7343; risebiscuitsdonuts.com Skrimp Shack “Casual seafood cuisine.”

7244 Alford Hwy, Holly Springs (919) 335-3924; theskrimpshack.com Sweet Southern SnoBalls “Shaved ice and Hershey’s Ice Cream.”

527 N. Main St., Holly Springs (919) 291-3355; @sweetsouthsnoballs

Niche Wine Lounge “Tranquility by the glass.”

109 Main St., Holly Springs (919) 552-2300; nichewinelounge.com The Original N.Y. Pizza “Bringing a taste of New York to North Carolina.”

634 Holly Springs Road, Holly Springs (919) 567-0505; theoriginalnypizza.com

Thai Thai Cuisine “Home cooked Thai food.”

108 Osterville Drive, Holly Springs (919) 303-5700; thaithaicuisinenc.com Thanks A Latte “Coffee and gift boutique.”

1118 Kentworth Drive, Holly Springs (919) 577-0070; thanksalattegiftsnc.com

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CARY Chanticleer Café & Bakery “Family-owned restaurant serving up breakfast, lunch and specialty coffees.”

6490 Tryon Road, Cary (919) 781-4810; chanticleercafe.com Chef’s Palette “Creative flair and originality in every aspect of our service.”

3460 Ten Ten Road, Cary (919) 267-6011; chefspalette.net Corbett’s Burgers & Soda Bar “Good old-fashioned burgers and bottled soda.”

126 Kilmayne Drive, Cary (919) 466-0055; corbettsburgers.com Craft Public House “Casual family restaurant.”

1040 Tryon Village Drive, Suite 601, Cary (919) 851-9173; craftpublichouse.com Duck Donuts “Warm, delicious and just the way you like them.”

100 Wrenn Drive #10, Cary (919) 468-8722; duckdonuts.com/location/cary-nc

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Dine Gonza Tacos y Tequila “Award-winning Colombian-Mexican cuisine.”

525-105 New Waverly Place, Cary (919) 653-7310; cary.gonzatacosytequila.com Herons “The signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa.” 100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary; (919) 447-4200; theumstead.com/dining/restaurants-raleigh-nc La Farm Bakery “Handcrafted daily … only the freshest ingredients.”

4248 NW Cary Parkway, Cary; 220 W. Chatham St., Cary; 5055 Arco Street, Cary (919) 657-0657; lafarmbakery.com Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen “Exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes.”

7307 Tryon Road, Cary (919) 233-1632; lucky32.com/cary

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Lugano Ristorante “Italian dining in a comfortable and casual atmosphere.”

1060 Darrington Drive, Cary (919) 468-7229; luganocary.com Mellow Mushroom “Beer, calzones and creative stone-baked pizzas.”

4300 NW Cary Parkway, Cary (919) 463-7779; mellowmushroom.com Pizzeria Faulisi “Simple foods from a simple way of cooking: a wood-burning oven.”

215 E. Chatham St., Suite 101, Cary pizzeriafaulisi.com Pro’s Epicurean Market & Café “Gourmet market, café and wine bar.”

211 East Chatham Street, Cary; (919) 377-1788; prosepicurean.com Ruckus Pizza, Pasta & Spirits “Great food always, with a side of good times.”

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Hark! ‘Tis Tatarian Aster Time!

Hark! Exalt in autumn’s advent! That telling time of summer’s weary green languor prostrating itself to this newest, resplendent season, verily flamboyant by its known glowings—falling leaves bejeweled: imperial reds, Midas golds, opulent oranges…

Um, excuse me while I slap myself back into more useful prose. There’s nothing wrong with the idea behind my very shaky Shakespeareanish sentiment saluting the coming visual treat of autumn’s bright colors, mind you, but, quite frankly, I do like breaking up the usual flame-fest at this time of year in the garden with plants donning flowers reflecting subtler shinings from the blue end of the spectrum.

Such alt-showoffs in the fall are uncommon, but one tardy bloomer capable of calming down a fiery autumn day is the tatarian aster (Aster tataricus).

Brought to the States from Central Asia and Ja‘JINDAI’ TATARIAN ASTER pan, the tatarian aster is one of the latest blooming asters, waiting until early fall to launch its galaxy of 1-inch, light purple to bluish stars with sun yellow centers. These flowers are not only pretty, but pretty persistent, lasting for weeks. They are also welcomed fly-ins for bees and butterflies still on the wing as the growing season closes down.

For gardeners faint of heart or lacking in space, know that this herbaceous, strong-stemmed perennial can tower to over eight feet tall, meaning it is a biggie best tucked away in the back of an ornamental bed.

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If your garden can’t accommodate such a Texas-sized plant, give the cultivar ‘Jindai’ a look. Only topping out at around 4 to 5 feet in height, this popular compact pick still packs as much attractive punch in bloom production as its tall cousin.

Mainly because of its more manageable size, ‘Jindai’ is the tatarian aster you will most likely see for sale— and in full flowering flaunt—at local nurseries this time of year. I have seen it at the Farmers’ Market in Raleigh, and Niche Gardens in Chapel Hill carries it both online and at their shop.

Tatarian aster is a toughie that can grow in most types of soils, but it will perform better in rich garden dirt.

Also, for flower shows your neighbors will talk about, give this aster as much sun as possible.

A happy tatarian aster will spread by way of rhizomes underground—sometimes to the point of overstepping its allotted space, so think about dividing L.A. Jackson is the former it every two or three editor of Carolina years in the spring Gardener Magazine. to keep its wandering ways in check.

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one of the latest blooming asters, waiting until early fall to launch its galaxy of 1-inch, light purple to bluish stars with sun yellow centers.

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Have a shrub or small tree to relocate? Now is a good time to prep it for a proper move late this coming winter by root pruning to make the transition easier on the plant and planter (you).

How do you root prune?

First, stick a shovel fully into the ground at the plant’s dripline, which is the furthest point the leaf canopy extends outward from the trunk. Then, using the dripline as a rough template, continue this ground gouging until you have completed a cut circle around the plant’s root zone.

Rake up and trash summer mulch and debris from under roses, and replace with a fresh round of mulch for the winter. This helps prevent black spot and other soil-borne diseases.

Before really cold weather starts to settle in for the next few months, set hardy aquatic plants deeper into the water garden and remove tender tropicals.

If cool hues have caught your eye, consider the spring-flowering pretty known as camassia, a fall-planted bulb that will grace the garden with starry, bluish-purple blooms. Camassia is best planted later this month or early November in a site with well-worked garden soil that has some filtered shade in the afternoon.

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My Hard-hitting Interview With Chief Laura Written by the Author of Fuquay-Varina Memes Photographed by Jonathan Fredin

FUQUAY-VARINA MEMES (also known as FVM) is a freelance writer, meme guru and an anonymous resident of Fuquay-Varina.

She is the creator and manager of the FuquayVarina Memes Facebook page and has a talent for making people laugh and always taking the joke too far. Check out her blog at fvmwrites.com. fuquaymemes thefvmemes

Although many FuquayVarina residents butcher her last name on the daily, Chief Laura Fahnestock (pronounced “Fawn-Stock”) is well-known for keeping citizens safe, opening up innovative lines of communication and making us spit coffee all over our keyboards with her strong (and hilarious) social-media game.

Chief Fahnestock has been slaying the town with her timely memes for years, but she is perhaps best known for her infamous, “Ham on the Lam,” post in which she chronicled the exploits of the “NOTORIOUS P.I.G” of Fuquay (her words; not mine). Chief Laura’s lighthearted approach to updating her community about a runaway pig not only made national headlines, but it also opened up a virtual connection with her community that had been previously untapped.

Who is this woman behind all the #9PMROUTINE memes? Does she enjoy long walks on the beach? Does she like pina coladas and getting caught in the rain? I had to know, so I reached out to Chief Laura for an interview to answer all my burning questions; the most important being: BOJANGLES OR COOKOUT?

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They each have their specialties and I have my favorites at each. It’s Southern cuisine. While I have been eating healthier this year, my past favorites have been a bacon, egg and cheese biscuit from Bojangles with Bo-Tato Rounds, and my go 60 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2019

to hamburger from Cook Out was the Cookout Style hamburger with a chocolate cherry shake.

HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A POLICE OFFICER?

No. I wanted to be a female Indiana Jones as a child and a writer. However, I was influenced by my parents, both having careers in public service. My mother was a registered nurse. My father was a captain with the Raleigh Police Department. Their influence and support ... fostered a desire within me to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

FAVORITE RESTAURANT IN FUQUAY?

Nil’s Cafe IF FUQUAY AND VARINA GOT IN A STREET FIGHT OVER BO-TATO ROUNDS, WHO WOULD WIN?

I do not promote violence. However, in a pretend world it would depend on which one was “A DASH MORE!” DUNKIN DONUTS OR KRISPY KREME?

That’s like asking a mother which child she loves more! I have favorites — Krispy Kreme’s

chocolate-glazed donut and Dunkin’s munchkins. Donuts are “power rings” by the way…

Elevate your look.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE POLICE OUTREACH EVENT IN FUQUAY? WHY?

My favorite outreach event is Coffee with a Cop. This event brings police officers and the community together — over coffee — to discuss issues and learn more about each other.

WHAT STORE WOULD YOU LOVE TO HAVE IN TOWN?

I would love a Trader Joe’s and a TJ Maxx/Home Goods combination store.

However, I love the small businesses in our town, and I support them whenever I can.

FAVORITE MOVIE?

My favorite cop movie is “The Untouchables.” Favorite quote in the movie, “You just fulfilled the first rule of law enforcement — make sure when your shift is over, you go home alive.” My favorite all time movie is “Star Wars — A New Hope,” and “The Wizard of Oz” is a close second. I love movies and have many favorites.

DO THE POLICE OFFICERS IN FUQUAY HAVE NICKNAMES FOR EACH OTHER?

Yes, some have nicknames. Most are based on a funny call that occurred, a characteristic or a habit. We are a family, and just like families, nicknames are developed. We also have a habit of calling each other by our last names.

WHAT’S THE WEIRDEST CALL THE FVPD HAS EVER RECEIVED?

This one was before my time here but it made national news: “Carjacking suspect hit with frozen turkey.”

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WHAT’S THE ONE THING YOU WISH PEOPLE UNDERSTOOD ABOUT THE FVPD?

Television and media do not represent or portray law enforcement accurately.

WHAT ARE THOSE MYSTERIOUS BOOMS?!

I recommend that everyone in Fuquay-Varina attend a FVPD Citizen’s Police Academy course to learn more about the FVPD and when to call for police assistance. We will have our next one in January 2020.

We don’t have a “boom” information line that explains every loud noise that occurs. We also do not have an animalcontrol unit. We assist from time to time with snake calls; however, it really isn’t a police matter if you have a snake in your yard. But again, we help when there is a need. That includes responding to calls such as a pig in the road or a beaver in the parking lot of Walmart.

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DO YOU HAVE ANY SECRET TALENTS/ HOBBIES?

I LOVE decorating for holidays, especially Halloween. It brings back special memories of when I was growing up in Raleigh and memories with my parents (as they are deceased now). I’m already preparing to decorate for fall in August.

I make a mean banana pudding. I’ve been writing about my career, people I’ve encountered and events over the years in journals and notebooks. One day, after retirement, I will focus on sharing stories inspired by my career and life experiences.

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WHAT’S YOUR BIGGEST PET PEEVE?

Negative attitudes towards everything.

FAVORITE QUOTE?

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it’s the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead MB

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Drone delivery startup

Flytrex received FAA approval to begin drone food delivery in Holly Springs.

Flytrex and operating partner Causey Aviation Unmanned plan to start with a single delivery route that flies primarily over unpopulated areas.

According to an article in Aviation Today, “Flytrex’s delivery drones will fly from a distribution center at Holly Springs Towne Center, to nearby Ting Park, where local residents can receive their orders via a proprietary wire-drop system that gently lowers packages to the ground from a height of 80 feet.

The location perfectly illustrates what can be gained from accessing the airspace. The town center and its fifteen restaurants are less than half a mile from Ting Park, but it’s a ten-minute trip by car. Drone delivery cuts a 20-25-minute round-trip drive to a five-minute flight.”

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, owner of Whole Brain Escape, was recently selected as an American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) IF/ THEN Ambassador. In a partnership with Lyda Hill Philanthropies, 125 female innovators will share their stories and serve as role models for young girls interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Math and Engineering) subjects.

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TING PARK IN HOLLY SPRINGS WILL BE THE DESTINATION OF FOOD DELIVERIES BY DRONE.

VISIT THIS FUQUAY-VARINA HOME DURING THE AIA TRIANGLE TOUR OF RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE.

at The Umstead Hotel & Spa has appointed Troy Revell as head sommelier.

Revell previously served as wine director at bu·ku and so·ca in Raleigh, sommelier at Bin 54 Steak & Cellar in Chapel Hill, and sommelier at The Fearrington House Inn, before joining the team at The Umstead Hotel & Spa, a Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond-rated property. Revell views studying and serving wine as both an art and a science and enjoys finding the balance in his wine lists, which influences his recommendations to guests.

The 2019 AIA Triangle Tour of Residential Architecture will take place Oct. 26-27.

The self-guided tour showcases architect-designed homes throughout the Triangle. The annual event fosters increased public awareness and accessibility to architecture with an indepth look at the area’s most innovative residential design.

The town of Fuquay-Varina is represented on the tour with a home designed by The Raleigh Architecture Company.

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By Jonathan Fredin A maple leaf glows golden yellow in the afternoon sun as October colors become more pronounced throughout the region.

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