Cary Living magazine September/October 2020

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Photo by Bruce DeBoer

EDI TOR’S LETTER he night before our fall fashion photoshoot, I searched my

closet for an appropriate outfit.

The prospect of putting on

something other than a beach

T-shirt and pair of athletic shorts—my typical

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telecommuting workday attire—excited

me. After all, there had been no need for me—and I’m sure many of you—to wear

something nice since COVID-19 forced shelter-in-place guidelines on all of us.

And then, a few days later, a text popped up from a group of friends I hadn’t seen in a

That’s why we live and work in your community. When it comes to your financial needs and goals, we believe you deserve face-to-face attention.

while. “Brunch Sunday? We can sit outdoors.” Yes! To put on a nice outfit and support a local

You talk, we listen, and we get to know you.

fall fashion feature: “Fall Fashion-Forward Moves—Game On”—a night at home with a few

• Retirement Plan Rollovers and Consolidation

inspiration. From a LAMARQUE leather jacket and Valentina Rangoni booties, to a Lorenzoni

• Individual Retirement Accounts • Portfolio and Retirement Plan Reviews • Business Retirement Plans • Education Savings Strategies

restaurant with old friends in a safe, socially distant, outdoor environment sounded like a pretty good plan to me. We had a wonderful time.

And so, with this in mind, Creative Director Linda Van De Zande hatched a theme for our

friends donning glamorously sophisticated but comfortable attire, while playing classic board games with at least six feet of space around each participant. Turn to page 18 for wardrobe

sweater and Eleventy pants, photographer Bruce DeBoer captured the essence of casual fall glamour in a rich variety of looks presented by stylists Dustin Byrd and Stratton Parr.

This issue also features our newcomers guide. If you just moved to Western Wake

County—or would like a refresher on what makes this area such a popular place to live,

work and play—check out our Western Wake Town Guide on page 28 to explore the history behind what makes Western Wake’s iconic towns so unique.

• Insurance • Fixed Income Investments

Get a taste for some of the area’s most iconic restaurants on page 34, and read about the

Cary expansion of our Chef’s Table restaurant, Dame’s Chicken and Waffles, on page 44. On For more information or to schedule a complimentary financial review, call or stop by today.

page 51, find out why Horse & Buddy in New Hill is not your typical stable. This nonprofit focuses on making equine therapy accessible to anyone who has a disability.

Discover what Boxyard RTP is all about on page 48. This 15,000-square-foot development

coming to the Frontier RTP campus will include space for five retailers and up to nine

food and beverage vendors in buildings that are constructed from repurposed shipping

Bonnie Fischer, AAMS® Financial Advisor

containers. How cool is that?

We also want to recognize our local hospitals in this issue. They have faced unfathomable

challenges since the coronavirus pandemic started. On page 38, read about how their

health care professionals are managing COVID-19’s impact on the Triangle, as they continue to provide quality services and compassionate patient care.

113A North Salem Street Apex, NC 27502

919-362-5449 www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC

While we’re on the subject of health care, be sure to check out our Meet the Doctor

special section beginning on page 59. Get to know some of the primary care physicians and specialists who live and work in your community.

We are still all in this together, and can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Please

continue to follow health guidelines and support local businesses so we will all come out of this on top. It’s a goal we at Cary Living feel confident we can all accomplish together!

Beth Shugg, Editor Your opinions matter to us. Let us know what you think of this issue of Cary Living magazine.

Please email beth@caryliving.com with your comments.

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PUBLI S H ER Ronny Stephens EDI TOR Beth Shugg C R EATI V E DI R ECTOR Linda J. Van de Zande A DV ERTI S I N G DESIGN Jordan Beard COPY EDI TO R Cindy Huntley SOCIAL MEDIA/ COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Brittany Murdock S EN I O R ACCOUN T EX EC UTIVE S Meredith Mills Charis Painter DI STR I BUTI O N Joe Lizana, Manager distributech.net CON TR I BUTI N G WR I TER S Elliot Acosta, Kurt Dusterberg, Kat Harding, Sadie Harper, Mandy Howard, Katie Jansen, Janice Lewine, Mick Schulte CON TR I BUTI N G PH OTO G R A PH E RS Bruce DeBoer, Jared Caldwell, Mandy Howard, Brian Mullins, Doug Pitts, Mick Schulte, Ty Van De Zande

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GAME ON

Fall fashion-forward moves for a

socially distant night with friends

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T H E WE ST E R N WAKE T OWN GUI DE

An inside look at Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina,

Holly Springs and Morrisville

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ICONIC RESTAURANTS OF WESTERN WAKE

Three must-visit establishments

locals recommend

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Safety procedures, technology

and research aid their fight

ON TH E C OVE R: Photography by Bruce DeBoer at Vita Vita Midtown. Our model, Jessica, is wearing a SEN animal print blouse ($180) and BuddyLove graphic tee ($44) from The Gatorbug; Tart Collections trousers ($148) from Marta’s; Donald Pliner snow leopard pumps ($248) from Main & Taylor; and an IPPOLITA “Lollipop” necklace ($2,395), IPPOLITA earrings ($595) from Fink’s Jewelers; and a Metallicity Jewellery Design Sterling silver cuff bracelet from Twig Collection ($575). The Cristina Sabatini python satchel ($2,460) on the table was provided

by Marta’s.

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Dame’s Chicken & Waffles makes its mark on Cary

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48 R T P Boxyard RTP welcomes local vendors—in boxcars 51 G I V I N G B A C K Horse & Buddy ensures equine therapy— and big smiles—for all R T P 48

54 F A M I L Y Mealtime struggles and solutions from a Triangle mom 56 E D U C A T I O N Local parents take a play-based approach to home schooling

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13 O N T H E S C E N E Social Scene ǀ Home Styler ǀ Sister Cities C H E F ’ S T A B L E 44

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Dine & Draft ǀ New Around Town ǀ Events 74 K A L E I D O S C O P E L I V I N G

S P O N S O R E D Dan Schram

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Let’s Connect!

TEXT AND PHOTOS BY BRITTANY MURDOCK

Craving something sweet? A visit to Crumbl Cookies in Morrisville’s Park West Village might be just what you need. The menu rotates to offer new flavors weekly, but continuously offers classics like chocolate chip and chilled sugar cookie.

Quench your thirst with an iced drink from Asali Desserts & Cafe in Cary’s MacGregor Village. The cafe also features homemade cakes and tarts, savory bites, lattes and more.

You’re sure to find a butterfly or two while shopping at Garden Supply Company in Cary. Stop by for a quick visit or spend some time perusing the store’s home décor and plants of every kind.

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Metallicity Jewellery Design

Shop local makers and show off your love for Western Wake with these hometown finds.

Peggy Rose’s Jellies

LOVE

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Half carat diamond with diamond accents platinum engagement ring, $2,300; matching diamond platinum wedding ring $1,345 (sold separately) | Metallicity Jewellery Design, Morrisville

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3 Classic cookies, $2.25 each | Bestow Baked Goods, Holly Springs 4 Town signs, $29 | The Rusty Bucket, Apex 5 Printed sticker, $3.95 | Swagger, Cary

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SISTER CITIES

Trail Towns Explore these open spaces

NC Division of Parks and Recreation

BY CINDY HUNTLEY

The Mountains are Calling, and I Must Go

Albemarle is the gateway city to Morrow Mountain State Park, where you’ll find 30-plus miles of trails in North Carolina’s oldest mountain chain, the Uwharries. Start with a breathtaking drive up to the top of the park’s namesake peak to take in the views—you won’t believe you’re only a couple of hours from home! A diverse variety of trails offers something for everyone, from biking and horseback riding trails to easy riverside strolls and strenuous hikes up to the top. Or, spend your time relaxing on the water, with access points from Badin Lake and Lake Tillery, both of which adjoin the park. Be sure to stop

by Albemarle’s charming downtown, where you’ll find a variety of restaurants, downtown parks and gardens, and a historic Victorian inn.

NC Division of Parks and Recreation

to cure your cabin fever

Where Rocks and Art Come Together Straddling the line between North Carolina’s foothills and coastal plain, Raven Rock State Park is a haven for adventurers. Among its staggering amount of rock outcroppings sits Raven Rock itself, a 150-foot crystalline structure that spans over a mile of the Cape Fear River’s banks. The park contains more than 30 miles of trail for use by hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers, and kids of all ages will enjoy scrambling around its many rocky caves and crevices. If you’re looking for something a little less adventurous to fill your day, nearby Sanford offers a plethora of outdoor art experiences, including a mural trail, interactive art, an Otocast audio tour and a variety of sculptures scattered throughout the town.

Note: Raven Rock State Park is typically at capacity by 9:30 a.m. on weekends.

Navigate to Pilot Mountain, With a Stop at Mayberry

Photos courtesy of Outer Banks Visitors Bureau/outerbanks.org

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Although it’s not actually where “The Andy Griffith Show” was filmed, Mount Airy is the hometown of the show’s star, and the town on which the show was based. Drive or stroll through to find many local businesses based on their TV counterparts. After you’ve explored the show’s history (and refueled at the Snappy Lunch), head south to Pilot Mountain State Park. Its unique pinnacle is visible from U.S. Highway 52.

Once you’re in the park you can hike the moderate .8-mile loop to circle its base and take in the area’s fall views. The Yadkin River, accessible by hiking and canoe trails, is another scenic feature to the park. Other popular activities include rock climbing (registration and permits required) and fishing.

Note: Pilot Mountain State Park is typically at capacity by 10 a.m. on weekends.

Some amenities and services at state parks may be limited due to COVID-19 restrictions. Parks facilitators advise visiting on weekdays to ensure admittance, as maximum capacities are sometimes met as early as 9:30 a.m. on weekends. Find the latest information and updates at ncparks.gov.

FEATURES

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FALL FASHION | TOWN GUIDE | ICONIC RESTAURANTS | TRIANGLE HOSPITALS

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Game On FA L L FA S H I O N - F O R WA R D MOVES F O R A S O C I A L LY D I S TA N T NIGHT WITH FRIENDS

What does casual fall glamour mean to you? A bolero jacket? Designer jeans? Custom jewelry? One person may blend comfort with texture, while another mixes sparkle with sophistication. Casual—and comfortable— glamour comes in many shades, shapes and fabrics.

Last fall, we took our pre-pandemic social gatherings for granted. This year, instead of attending a restaurant opening or bar meetup, we may head to a brewery for a socially distant drink with friends.

Undoubtedly, this fall’s adventures involve more planning and precaution. Current health guidelines limit where we can go and how many people we can gather with. Designer masks have become trendy— and necessary—accessories. Maintaining 6 feet of space between ourselves and others is not only a sign of respect, but an essential tool for limiting the spread of COVID-19.

Nowhere, however, do those state and national health guidelines say: “Avoid a sense of style.”

With that in mind, we present a slate of fall ensembles perfect for a socially distant night of casual glamour at home with friends. Set up your favorite board games,

MAKE YOUR MOVE Eric is wearing pants ($145) from Onward Reserve and an Eleventy blazer ($725), button-down shirt ($295) and Scarpe di Bianco

uncork a few bottles of wine, and let your sense of

sneakers ($695) from Liles Clothing Studio.

style shine as you play to win.

Claire is wearing a Baum und Pferdgarten blouse ($100) from dress; denim by Hidden Jeans ($91), a Nicole Louis Moroccan Mini tassel necklace ($58) and Nicole Louis Studio 54 earrings ($39) from Sophie & Mollies Boutique; Jeffrey Campbell booties ($165) and a Thacker handbag ($148) from Main & Taylor; Diamonds by the Yard necklace ($3,480) and bracelet ($1,350) from Diamonds Direct; and BuDhaGirl bangle bracelets ($40 for a set of three) from Swagger.

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T R E N D I N G : Long tassel pendants maintain their popularity—and layer elegantly with diamond, disk or link necklaces. Rose gold bangles also get a shoutout this fall, and blend nicely with new bangles as you add them to your collection.

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M E E T YO U R M ATC H Claire is wearing a natural red fox sculptured vest (price available upon request) from Douglas Furs; a Tucker blouse ($88) and Veronica Beard cords ($88) from dress; Valentina Rangoni booties ($395) from Rangoni Firenze Shoes; Marco Bicego satin gold earrings ($1,680) and a matching ring ($1,680) from Fink’s Jewelers; and a Roberto Coin tassel necklace ($9,900), also from Fink’s Jewelers. She’s carrying an ABLE crossbody purse ($148) from Copper Penny.

T R E N D I N G : Blending vibrant fabrics— from satin to corduroy—creates colorful, textured ensembles.

Eric is wearing a Breitling Superocean Heritage watch ($5,715) from Fink’s Jewelers and an Orazio Luciano blazer ($3,295), a Sunspel T-shirt ($155), Jacob Cohen denim ($395), Baudoin & Lange loafers ($375) and a w.kleinberg belt ($225), all from Liles Clothing Studio.

T R E N D I N G : Achieve this casual fall look by pairing a blazer with a T-shirt or lightweight sweater underneath, and jeans or chinos below.

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G A M E FAC E Claire is wearing a Sundress maxi ($143.50) from The Gatorbug; a LAMARQUE studded leather jacket ($193) from dress; Carrano heels ($210) from Main & Taylor; a Metallicity Jewellery Design 14 karat yellow gold ring from Twig Collection ($624); and IPPOLITA earrings ($1,295), Roberto Coin bangle bracelets ($1,100 each; $4,700 each with diamonds), and a Sabel Collection diamond and rose gold ring ($2,795), all from Fink’s Jewelers. The beaded barrette was provided by our stylist.

T R E N D I N G : Leather reigns supreme this fall—whether in primaries or neutrals. Sequin ensembles adorned with shimmering accessories sparkled on summer 2020 runways featuring fall ensembles.

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Fink’s Jewelers.

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TRENDING: The right clutch can tie an ensemble together.

Animal prints do the job nicely.

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SHOWDOWN Claire is wearing an evening jacket ($453) from Kannon’s Clothing; a tiger graphic tee ($59) and satin trousers ($49) from Bella Mar; Amalfi booties ($345) from Rangoni Firenze Shoes; Nicole Louis Fallen earrings ($39) from Sophie & Mollies Boutique; and a Truss bracelet ($1,300) from Metallicity Jewellery Design.

T R E N D I N G : Throw an evening jacket over a graphic tee to create casual streetwear glamour. And be sure to invest in a good pair of booties, which are forecasted to stay in style indefinitely.

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P O W E R P L AY Jessica is wearing a Look

By M cardigan ($65) and lucite bracelets ($30) from Copper Penny; a multicolor striped skirt ($57) from Bella Mar; and Sam Edelman suede heels ($130) from Main & Taylor.

T R E N D I N G : Texture and fabric play important roles in creating comfort and sophistication.

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Western Wake Town Guide An Inside Look at Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs and Morrisville

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Town of Apex

estern Wake County’s towns are ideally located so residents can take advantage of all the Triangle has to offer. Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs and Morrisville enjoy a synergy with Research Triangle Park, three renowned hospital systems and 10 choices for higher education, led by Duke University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University.

With so many nearby educational and professional opportunities, Western Wake towns are not only growing, but thriving.

Each community makes its own contribution to civic pride, from new construction to cultural venues and go-to events. Blending tradition and innovation helps each of these five towns create their own unique charm. Let’s get to know each of them a little better.

Attractions, events and restaurants listed with each town do not represent a complete list but rather examples of what are available in each area.

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Apex ith “The Peak of Good Living” as its motto, it’s no wonder Apex enjoys frequent recognition as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Most notably, Money magazine named it the No. 1 Best Small Town in America in 2015. “It’s for people who want something slower-paced, family-friendly, a little less traffic,” says Stacie Galloway, the town’s communications manager. “We have a lot of people who come in from large cities. It’s an affordable place considering today’s market, and it has a little bit of that neighborly feel.”

The town is home to 65,000 residents and takes its name from the Apex train depot, which was built in 1867 and is located in a spot that once marked the highest point along the Chatham Railroad. Today it sits in the midst of a thriving downtown that houses acclaimed restaurants and boutique shops that contribute to a unique central business district. “Apex has a cute downtown,” says resident Jodi Schuh, a mother of three and registered nurse at Apex Pediatrics. “It has retained its historical downtown area while growing on the outskirts.”

Longtime vendors The Rusty Bucket and Salem Street Pub help give the downtown district charm. The Halle Cultural Arts Center, renovated in 2008, offers performance and exhibition space and is also available for receptions and meetings.

“It just feels like home,” says resident Jennifer Covington, a mom of two, decluttering specialist and realtor with Keller Williams Legacy in Apex. “Seeing people out walking their dogs, kids playing outside—and also having the convenience of shopping and eating at great restaurants nearby—make it special.”

Festivals draw large crowds to the downtown district throughout the year. PeakFest kicks off the warm weather months in May, and the Latino Arts Festival is a hit every June. September ushers in the Apex Music Festival, while Christmas on Salem Street consists of a three-day celebration that includes a tree lighting, sleigh rides and a nighttime Christmas parade.

Parks and play areas for children and teens are a priority for Apex residents. Apex Community Park is home to the Elevate Fitness Course, an obstacle course designed for teens. Rodgers Family Skate Plaza is a 13,000-square-foot facility free to the public. Kelly Road Park attracts young children with a large-scale wooden playground structure, along with a picnic shelter and grills.

Shopping options are not limited to downtown Apex. Side-by-side Beaver Creek Crossings and Beaver Creek Commons operate a combined 67 stores.

The town is also home to two modern public high schools. Apex High School was rebuilt during the 2017–18 and 2018–19 school years, and reopened for the 2019–20 school year. Apex Friendship High School opened in 2015 to accommodate the town’s growth. Apex also has 11 public elementary and middle schools, and three private schools.

Attractions Apex Community Park: apexnc.org/795/apex-community-park Apex Nature Park and Ampitheatre: apexnc.org/800/nature-park-seymourathletic-fields Historic Downtown Business Association: apexdowntown.com Rodgers Family Skate Plaza: apexnc.org/485/trackside-skate-plaza

Events

Apex Latino Arts Festival: apexlatinofest.com Apex Music Festival: apexnc.org/1202/apex-music-festival Apex PeakFest: apexpeakfest.com Christmas on Salem Street: apexchamber.com/festivals-events Peak City Pig Fest: peakcitypigfest.com

Restaurants

Daniel’s Restaurant & Catering: danielsapex.com/#home Doherty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant: dohertysirishpubnc.com Salem Street Pub: salemstreetpub.com Scratch Kitchen & Taproom: scratchkitchenandtaproom.com

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he Town of Cary has spent the past 20 years polishing its resume with rankings among America’s top small towns.

Often named among the best places to live, safest communities and best places to retire, Cary continues to earn its share of accolades as it prepares to celebrate its sesquicentennial in 2021. “We moved to Cary eight years ago and Cary Arts Center: townofcary.org/ feel so lucky,” says resident Jackie recreation-enjoyment/facilities/cary-arts-center Della, a mother of two. “Cary is The Cary Theater: thecarytheater.com the perfect place to raise a family, Downtown Cary: downtowncarync.org and it offers a great quality of life.

Fred G. Bond Metro Park: It’s a special place that has it all.” townofcary.org (search for “Bond Park”) Accommodating a population Koka Booth Amphitheatre: of more than 170,000, Cary boothamphitheatre.com boasts numerous amenities WakeMed Soccer Park: associated with larger cities, as townofcary.org/recreation-enjoyment/facilities/ well as the feel of a close-knit wakemed-soccer-park community. Named after Ohio senator and prohibitionist Samuel Fenton Cary in 1871, the town is Heart of the Holidays: townofcary.org known for top-flight (search for “Heart of the Holidays”) entertainment and sports. Koka Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival: Booth Amphitheatre, which townofcary.org (search for “Lazy Daze”) accommodates up to 7,000, hosts North Carolina Symphony a wide variety of musical legends Summerfest: ncsymphony.org/concertsand pop performers, and serves events/season-tickets/series/94/2020-uncas the home for the North health-care-summerfest Carolina Symphony’s Sertoma Series: townofcary.org Summerfest series. (search for “Sertoma Series”) Two pro soccer teams compete at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary.

The North Carolina Football Club Dame’s Chicken & Waffles: plays in the tier-two United dameschickenwaffles.com Soccer League Championship, koän: koäncary.com and the North Carolina Courage La Farm Bakery: plays in the National Women’s lafarmbakery.com Soccer League. If baseball is your Lucky 32 Southern sport, the USA Baseball National Kitchen: lucky32.com Training Complex in Cary hosts Totopos Street Food & local and national teams, from Tequila: totoposfoodandtequila.com youth ages up to U.S. Olympic teams. It also caters to a variety of local youth tournaments.

Cary boasts more than 30 public parks and 80 miles of greenway trails, including portions of the 23-mile American Tobacco Trail. The town also offers more than 200 miles of on-road bike paths, connecting the community to schools, parks and neighborhoods. William B. Umstead State Park—which has

Attractions

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Schools in Western Wake Cary Academy: caryacademy.org Cary Christian School: carychristianschool.org Chesterbrook Academy: chesterbrookacademy.com Fusion Academy: fusionacademy.com

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Go to wwwgis2.wcpss.net/addressLookup to find the public schools assigned to your address.

Hilltop Christian School: hilltopchristianschool.com

Hopewell Academy: hopewellacademy.org Lucy Daniels School: lucydanielsschool.org Mariposa School: mariposaschool.org Resurrection Lutheran School: rlscary.org St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School:

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entrances in Cary, Morrisville and Raleigh— covers almost 5,600 acres and offers hiking, boat rentals and camping.

Cary has a reputation for quality dining, featuring more than 200 options to choose from (check out some of Western Wake’s iconic restaurants on page 34). One of the town’s unique restaurants is La Farm Bakery, a European-style cafe offering three locations. Owner and master baker Lionel Vatinet learned the art and science of bread making while growing up in France.

Downtown Cary has undergone a revitalization that provides an attractive central district surrounding Chatham Street.

The Mayton is a boutique hotel offering accommodations for dining, celebrations and meetings. Just down the street, The Cary Theater, built in 1946, caters to film, theater and musical performances. Cary Regional Library, which features more than 23,000 square feet of space, opened in November 2019 on Kildaire Farm Road near the Cary Arts Center.

Cary has three public high schools— Cary, Green Level and Panther Creek—plus 24 middle and elementary schools, and nine private schools. If shopping is your game, Waverly Place and Crossroads Plaza are popular hotspots.

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Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival, which attracts more than 8,000 attendees. Along with music, the celebration includes events for children, a classic car show and a chili cook-off.

South Park is a popular destination during the warm summer months, featuring a 6,000-square-foot splash pad that includes streaming water jets from more than 35 water features. The facility also accommodates three youth softball/baseball fields, two multipurpose fields, a picnic shelter and a playground.

Hilltop Needmore Town Park & Preserve is Fuquay-Varina’s newest park space, built on the former site of Crooked Creek Golf Club. It offers 5 miles of paved trails, two ponds and a variety of wildlife. The 143-acre plot also includes land for a future public elementary school and a community center for seniors.

The town is also getting a high school makeover. Fuquay-Varina High School is being rebuilt and will open in August 2021. In the meantime, students have temporarily relocated to Willow Spring High School, which opened in August 2019 and will serve a new population when Fuquay-Varina High School’s students return home.

Attractions Fuquay-Varina Downtown: fuquay-varinadowntown.com Hilltop Needmore Town Park and Preserve: fuquay-varina.org/facilities/facility/details/hilltop-needmoretown-park-preserve-43 South Park: fuquay-varina.org/facilities/facility/details/ south-park-23

Events Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival: celebratefv.com En Plein Air Paint-Off: business.fuquay-varinadowntown. com/eventcalendar

Follow Me to Fuquay-Varina Concert Series:

fuquay-varina.org/414/fm2fv-concert-series Sleigh Rides in Downtown: fuquay-varinadowntown. com/sleigh-rides-in-downtown-2019

Restaurants Aviator Brewing Company: aviatorbrew.com Garibaldi Trattoria Pizza & Pasta: garibalditrattoria.com Joyce Family Restaurant: facebook.com/joyceandfamily Nil’s Cafe Mediterranean Cuisine: nilscafe.weebly.com

Town of Fuquay-Varina

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St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School: stmcary.org Thales Academy: thalesacademy.org Triangle Math & Science Academy: tmsacademy.org

nce two separate communities—Fuquay Springs and Varina—Fuquay-Varina unified in 1963. Fuquay Mineral Spring, which is currently undergoing a renovation, was discovered in the 1850s and was known for its supposed healing water properties—a draw for curious tourists. These days, residents flock to the park in spring for prom and wedding photos, and enjoy the park for other celebrations and milestone moments.

Roughly 30,000 residents occupy FuquayVarina, which features two downtown districts that create a unique vibe. Residents can shop during the day in Fuquay, then head to Varina where Aviator Brewing Company, TapHouse and Smokehouse are mainstays of the area’s nightlife. It’s no wonder the town embraces its witty motto: “A Dash More.”

“We’re fun and unique,” says Fuquay-Varina Communications Director Susan Weis. “How could you be anything else with a name like Fuquay-Varina? We’re pretty laid-back. We don’t take ourselves too seriously.”

The Follow Me to Fuquay-Varina Concert Series draws large crowds with three live Thursday-night performances each spring and fall. The first Saturday in October is the

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orrisville has come a long way since Jeremiah Morris donated land to the North Carolina Railroad for a depot and water tower in 1852.

Today, this town that is home to nearly 30,000 residents is thriving in its role as a neighboring community to Research Triangle Park.

Making the most of the proximity, Wake Technical Community College opened its RTP Campus in 2018 with an eye toward serving the needs of companies in the park. The school plans to construct nine instructional buildings that will serve as many as 7,000 students.

Morrisville also offers a variety of appealing cultural and social outlets.

Lake Crabtree County Park features a 520-acre lake that facilitates hiking, mountain biking, boat rentals and more. The town is minutes away from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, where locals can visit Observation Park to watch planes and listen to pilot-to-tower communications as flights arrive on and depart from the airport’s 10,000-foot runway.

Wake Competition Center is a new state-of-the-art, multisport facility that brings together some of the best athletes in the Triangle. In addition to training centers for volleyball, soccer and gymnastics, the facility serves as the new practice home for the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes.

Morrisville knows how to bring its community together for a good time.

SpringFest kicks off the festival season, while July 3rd fireworks and Trick-or-Treat the Trail are big events at Morrisville Community Park. But National S’mores Day on August 10 is when the town goes all out, changing its name to S’Morrisville in honor of this popular campfire snack.

At four locations around town, the s’mores are free—and so are the games and music. The East Meets West Festival is another one of the town’s distinctive events, drawing visitors from surrounding areas to celebrate its diverse communities with food, culture and music.

“Morrisville is known for diversity and acceptance of different cultures,” Town of Morrisville Communications and Outreach Director Wil Glenn says. “The engagement you get whenever the residents are in one place together—you can just feel the warmth.”

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Lake Crabtree County Park: wakegov.com/parks/lakecrabtree/pages/default.aspx Morrisville Community Park: townofmorrisville.org (search for “Morrisville Community Park”)

RDU Observation Park: rdu.com/observation-park Wake Competition Center: wakecompetitioncenter.com

Events East Meets West Festival: morrisvillechamber.org/emw National S’mores Day: townofmorrisville.org (search for “S’morrisville”) SpringFest: townofmorrisville.org (search for “SpringFest”) Tree Lighting: townofmorrisville.org (search for “Tree Lighting”)

Restaurants Babymoon Café: babymooncafe.com Fusion Nine: fusionninenc.com Mi Cancun: micancunmx.com Thai 54: order.thai54nc.com

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n colonial times, 40-foot holly trees surrounded freshwater springs in this town.

Today, these springs still feed the streams and ponds of Holly Springs. But only in the past 30 years has the town grown significantly—from just over 1,000 people to a thriving community of more than 37,000.

Holly Springs has operated with an eye toward growth and innovation in recent years. The Holly Springs Business Park is home to pharmaceutical manufacturer Seqirus, and automation and information solutions company RoviSys. Town Hall Commons is part of Holly Springs’ vision to create a downtown district from scratch. The development offers retail, dining and office

services in a pedestrian-friendly setting.

When The Block on Main opens this fall, residents will have access to nearly 100,000 square feet of mixed-use space in the heart of town.

If you’re looking for outdoor adventure, Holly Springs offers more than 20 miles of greenway trails. Bass Lake Park is open year-round for fishing, hiking and outdoor enjoyment. Ting Park provides Holly Springs with a first-rate sports complex; its two synthetic turf soccer fields are home to Wake Futbol Club, while residents can enjoy 12 tennis courts dedicated to youth and adult recreational programs. When warm weather arrives, so do the boys of summer. The Holly

Springs Salamanders play baseball in the Coastal Plain League, a collegiate summer league. Ting Stadium, built in 2015, can seat up to 1,800 and creates an atmosphere much like that of minor league baseball.

Judy Dillman, a mother of three and 24-year resident of Holly Springs, says she loves having walkable access to the downtown area, greenways and other amenities. “I like that, from where I live, I can walk to almost anything,” she says. “The greenways and parks are great. We use the greenways for walking, running and biking; use the sports facilities for soccer; and make very good use of the great disc golf course at Jones Park. The schools are excellent, and it’s easy to get involved in the community.”

The Holly Springs community knows how to throw a party. Festivals include Spring Fling, July 5th, Bass Lake Day and HollyFest.

The holiday season begins with the town’s Main Street Christmas celebration in early December, and the Happy Holly Days Christmas Parade has become a cherished tradition the second Saturday of December.

The Holly Springs Towne Center aims for variety with 55 stores that include large retailers, professional services, and a generous number of local and chain restaurants. Carolina Brewing Company, Bombshell Beer Company and Bass Lake Draft House provide residents with a thriving craft brewing scene. If you’re taking the family out for dinner, unique local options include The Mason Jar Tavern, My Way Tavern and ACME Pizza Co. Holly Springs is served by Holly Springs High School, plus three elementary and three middle schools. Southern Wake Academy, a charter school, also accommodates middle and high schoolers.

Attractions Bass Lake Park: hollyspringsnc.us/320/bass-lake-park Downtown Village District: hollyspringsnc.us/ 1434/downtown-village-district

Holly Springs Salamanders:

salamandersbaseball.com Jones Park: hollyspringsnc.gov/328/jones-park Ting Park: hollyspringsnc.us/607/ting-park

Events Bass Lake Day: hollyspringsnc.us/350/bass-lake-day HollyFest: hollyspringsnc.us/356/hollyfest July 5th: hollyspringsnc.us/358/july-5th Spring Fling: hollyspringsnc.us/360/spring-fling

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Bikes and Brews

Spin your way through nature to a local brewery

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hy choose between exercise and relaxation when you can have both? Experience one of Western Wake’s many scenic bike trails, then unwind with a visit to a local brewery. Share a ride, then a beer!

Jordan Lake Brewing Company

Bond to Bond Fred G. Bond Metro Park in Cary offers both amateur and experienced cyclists a beautiful backdrop for peddling. Black Creek Greenway is a favorite for those wanting to explore both Bond Park and Lake Crabtree County Park, as this greenway connects the two. Black Creek Greenway is the longest trail that is entirely within the town of Cary (7.1 miles) and one of the most popular due to its connections to other recreational areas.

Once your ride is complete, head over to Bond Brothers Beer

Company. Relax in the beer garden while enjoying a pint alongside a sampling from a visiting food truck. For those who prefer running to biking, Bond Brothers Beer Company even claims its own running club, which meets every Tuesday.

Learn more at townofcary.org (search for “Bond Park”), wakegov.com/parks/lakecrabtree/pages/ default.aspx and bondbrothersbeer.com.

Tobacco and Brews Built on an old railroad bed, the American Tobacco Trail (ATT) meanders into three counties and connects Apex, Cary and Durham. The trail is 23 miles long and is perfect for both novice and veteran riders. If a strenuous ride isn’t for you but you’d still like to experience the trail’s picturesque scenery, consider renting an electric bike from Pedego Electric Bikes, located near the ATT in Durham.

When you’re done, treat yourself to local brews, food trucks and fun at Jordan Lake Brewing Company. With games

like cornhole, darts and pool, it’s the perfect pit stop after a day of trail-exploring. Learn more at triangletrails.org/american-tobacco-trail, pedegoelectricbikes.com and jordanlakebrewing.com.

Oh, What a Fortnight For those seeking a shorter ride, check out the Hinshaw Greenway: a 1.7-mile route that connects MacDonald Woods Park to Marla Dorrel Park in Cary. This greenway crosses a scenic pedestrian bridge over U.S. Highway1/64 that serves as the site of a public art installation called Bowstring Vines.

After your biking fun, ride over to Fortnight Brewing Company for a unique spin on both local and traditional English beer. Wrap up your day by relaxing on Fortnight’s expansive patio and enjoying food truck fare. Learn more at townofcary.org (search for “Hinshaw Greenway,” “MacDonald Woods Park” and “Marla Dorrel Park”) and fortnightbrewing.com.

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Iconic Restaurants of Western Wake

BY KATIE JANSEN

PHOTOS BY BRIAN MULLINS

Raleigh often earns national accolades for its food offerings, but the communities outside the state capital also offer stellar options worth checking out. Read on to discover the iconic restaurants of Western Wake—some of which are steeped in history and others that are newer to the scene.

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n 1957 when Ralph and Daphne Ashworth bought Henry Adams’ pharmacy, established in 1931, the building on Cary’s West Chatham Street was near the only stoplight in town. “It was, quite literally, the geographical center of town,” says Ralph and Daphne’s son, Paul, who is now the current owner and a pharmacist there. “It really became a community gathering place,” Paul Ashworth says. He grew up in the store and moved back to Cary from California in 1992 to take over the pharmacy when his parents retired.

Even after decades of growth in the surrounding town, Ashworth Drugs retains its reputation as a gathering place. Ashworth credits the continued success of the business, which includes both a pharmacy and a classic soda fountain, to a mixture of tradition and adaptation.

This ability to compromise between old and new is apparent on the soda fountain’s original menu, which still offers classic red hot dogs and which remain, to this day, the most popular item on it. But the soda fountain has also expanded its offerings to include beef and veggie dogs to suit a wide range of tastes. Options in the deli case, such as tuna salad, chicken salad and pimento cheese, represent recipes that have been handed down for years.

Much like the menu, Ashworth Drug’s customer base has also remained stable, with some guests coming in for lunch weekly—or even daily. The employees, too, are loyal, and many have worked at the soda fountain for more than a decade, such as manager Al Badger, who knows most of his diners by name and often has their drinks ready before they even take a seat at the counter.

As the community grows and its needs fluctuate, Ashworth Drugs responds. After receiving multiple requests to accommodate large groups, the soda fountain expanded and now seats 50 people instead of the original 30. Ashworth sees his business model as a balance between appealing to the newer, younger residents of Cary, while also invoking a sense of nostalgia.

“So many of our guests, even if they’re new to Ashworth, say that our soda fountain reminds them of a place they went to growing up,” he says. “That’s what we’re trying to do here—help people preserve those memories.”

Ashworth Drugs

105 W. CHATHAM STREET CARY, NC 919.467.1877 ashworthdrugs.com

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The Blind Pelican 120 BASS LAKE ROAD, HOLLY SPRINGS, NC 984.225.2471 blindpelicanseafood.com

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lthough The Blind Pelican has only been open for about a year and a half, it may be well on its way to reaching icon status because of the famed restaurateurs behind it. Husband-and-wife team Andrew and Nikki Stafford, owners of The Blind Pelican, have been in Holly Springs since 2002.

Many may know them as the masterminds behind My Way Tavern, which has been so successful in Holly Springs for the past 10 years that a second location opened in Raleigh about five-and-a-half years ago.

“We love Holly Springs, but we’ve seen a lot of chain restaurants come in, and we wanted to see more mom and pop shops,” Nikki Stafford says. “Rather than opening up a new My Way in another town, we wanted to bring something new to the community we love.”

The couple teamed up with Executive Chef Michael Flood to bring fresh seafood from the coast to their community. They landed on the restaurant’s name while on vacation in the Florida Keys, where legend has it that brown pelicans eventually go blind and die of starvation as a result of repeatedly diving into the water to feed on fish. However, the Staffords conducted their own research upon returning home and found out that the pelican has adapted in order to survive.

Just like the pelican, the relatively new restaurant has had to adapt during COVID-19, adjusting to a world of primarily takeout and a dining room filled only to half capacity due to restrictions to limit the spread of the virus.

Despite adversity, The Blind Pelican brings customers back for favorites like crab cakes and lobster rolls, which are prepared both Maine- and Connecticut-style on rolls baked fresh in-house.

The restaurant sources fresh fish and oysters daily from the coast, and lobsters are delivered from Maine once a week. The Blind Pelican serves whole lobster dinners on Wednesday nights, and if there are any left over on Thursday morning, Flood whips up a batch of lobster mac ’n cheese.

While it’s a bit early to call The Blind Pelican iconic, the Staffords hope their newest venture follows in My Way Tavern’s footsteps—and they have the know-how to see it through.

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Family Restaurant 129 N. MAIN STREET FUQUAY-VARINA,NC 919.567.1717 facebook.com/ joyceandfamily

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im Staton jokes that his mother, Joyce Staton, opened Joyce and Family Restaurant when, after trying to talk his father’s ear off when he arrived home from work, he told her she needed some friends. Now, Joyce Staton has plenty of friends—loyal customers at Joyce and Family Restaurant who still ask about her and come to visit when she occasionally works the cash register. Tim Staton, an Army veteran, has officially taken over the business for his mother, and he’s intent on maintaining the stellar reputation she began building in 1997.

Although Joyce and Family Restaurant normally offers buffet-style dining—enhanced by fresh, made-to-order fried options that include flounder, whiting and okra—the family is no stranger to the takeout world that has resulted from COVID-19 dining room closures. The restaurant, now located on Main Street, originally opened on West Academy Street, where Joyce Staton served takeout only.

Joyce’s, as it’s affectionately known, focuses on made-from-scratch home cooking. Fan favorites include yams, collard greens, mac ’n cheese and fried chicken. When the restaurant is in full operation, its banquet room can seat up to 80 people, as well as accommodate a catering arm.

Pandemic or not, Tim Staton is preparing for the future of this Fuquay-Varina icon. He envisions a fleet of food trucks to spread Joyce’s cooking across the Triangle.

OWNER TIM STATON WITH MOTHER AND FOUNDER JOYCE STATON

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TRIANGLE HOSPITALS COMBAT COVID-19 Enhanced safety procedures, cutting-edge technology and pioneering research aid their fight

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s COVID-19 cases rise across North Carolina, hospitals are bearing the brunt.

In July, daily COVID-19 hospitalizations reached an average of 900 across the state. Yet one thing remains constant: a tireless commitment among health care professionals to assist their community. Triangle hospitals are finding ways to respond to the pandemic while continuing to provide quality health services and compassionate patient care.

ENHANCED SAFETY PROCEDURES

Duke Raleigh Hospital Interim President Leigh Bleecker says the community’s safety and well-being is the hospital’s top priority. “We recognize that delaying needed medical care because of concerns about COVID-19 can have long-term consequences on the health of those in our community,” she says.

“That’s why we have made several changes to ensure the safety of our patients, their loved ones and our team during the pandemic.”

Duke Raleigh Hospital and other facilities in the Duke Health, UNC Health and WakeMed Health & Hospitals systems are taking extra steps to ensure the health and safety of patients, visitors and staff. These include screening all individuals for COVID-19 symptoms prior to entering hospitals and clinics, requiring the use of face masks, implementing enhanced cleaning, and providing hand sanitizing stations and social distancing signage. Health care facilities are also staggering patient appointments, limiting the number of visitors and companions, and implementing an online paperwork process. As an additional precaution, hospitals are testing every patient for COVID-19 prior to surgery.

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EFFICIENT, TOP-NOTCH HEALTH CARE

COVID-19 has transformed the way hospitals deliver medical care. Alan Wolf, media relations manager and director of news at UNC Health, says using space efficiently and effectively is a top priority for UNC hospitals. “At UNC Rex in Raleigh, in early March, our teams renovated an existing ICU space into one that could specifically care for COVID-19 patients,” he says.

“That new space, known as the Special Respiratory Isolation Unit, or SRIU, allows for COVID patients to be treated with the highest levels of care, while providing the most safety for patients and staff. Our emergency departments have also adapted to the ‘new normal’ by reconfiguring existing spaces, adding triage tents outside and providing more protective equipment.” UNC Health’s clinical teams also repurposed a vehicle that was previously used for heart and vascular screenings to offer mobile COVID-19 testing in disadvantaged areas.

Kristin Kelly, senior marketing and communications specialist for WakeMed Health & Hospitals, says it recently established a dedicated COVID-19 rehab and physical therapy unit. “Patients recovering from COVID-19 are experiencing decreased balance, endurance, strength, and even decreased cognitive skills and/or swallowing issues,” she says. “WakeMed’s Outpatient Rehab and Cardiopulmonary Rehab teams are working with COVID-19 survivors, providing treatment on a one-to-one basis, guiding patients through their recovery and helping them regain their independence.”

Providing care during the COVID-19 pandemic requires personal protective equipment, such as N95 respirator masks, which are in short supply across the country. Bleecker says Duke Raleigh

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Hospital teams and others across the Duke Health network are taking steps to decontaminate used masks so they can be reused. The process approved by the Food and Drug Administration employs specialized equipment to vaporize hydrogen peroxide, which permeates the layers of the mask to kill germs, including viruses, without degrading the mask material.

CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY

Prior to the outbreak, patients were already discovering the convenience of telehealth services to communicate remotely and in real-time with medical providers. Now that COVID-19 has become a public health crisis, telehealth care has evolved into a lifeline. Not only does it help screen patients who are showing symptoms of COVID-19 and other health conditions, it also helps them avoid busy waiting rooms, reduces their risk of infection, minimizes travel costs, and increases access for rural patients and older adults.

Wolf says UNC Health’s volume of virtual visits has increased dramatically since the pandemic began.

Technology has not only benefited patients, but also first responders and health care workers. UNC Health and the UNC School of Medicine recently launched the Heroes Health app for its caregivers. It delivers short mental health self-assessments each week and displays symptom summary reports to help employees better understand the state of their own mental health during the pandemic.

With support from Biogen, WakeMed allocated 1,200 telehealth visits to homeless shelters across Wake County— providing health assessments and support via video—and also expanded mobile COVID-19 testing sites.

Patients at Duke Raleigh Hospital who are suspected of having COVID-19 are using iPads to communicate with their caregivers. “In the emergency department there’s an iPad designated for providers, and several deployed to nurses for use with patients if a provider needs to discuss a care plan, discharge plan or test results,” Bleecker says.

Even a robot is lending a hand at Duke Raleigh Hospital.

JaMMeR, an iPad mounted to a rolling stick that augments face-to-face patient care, is being tested in a clinical setting by the Duke University School of Nursing. Jill Galuten, the hospital’s case manager, uses JaMMeR to converse directly

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with patients in the ICU while she works remotely from home during the pandemic. “She is the only person at Duke Raleigh Hospital who gets to share her smile with our patients, now that we require everyone in our facility to wear a mask,” Bleecker says.

CLINICAL TRIALS AND RESEARCH

Triangle medical experts and scientists are learning more about the novel coronavirus every day. UNC School of Medicine researchers Aravinda de Silva, Ph.D., and Prem Lakshmanane, Ph.D., along with their colleagues, developed a COVID-19 blood test that pinpoints human antibodies specific to a particular part of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. UNC Medical Center is also collecting plasma from COVID-19 survivors to treat its patients with COVID-19, and conducts research to learn about antibodies as therapy.

Melissa Miller, Ph.D., a professor at the UNC School of Medicine and director of both the clinical molecular microbiology and clinical microbiology laboratories, was successful in identifying the virus’ unique genetic sequence, and developed a COVID-19 diagnostic test that the FDA approved in March. UNC’s McClendon Clinical Laboratories are now running about 2,000 tests a day and are able to get results to patients within hours. Ralph Baric, Ph.D., at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, is also leading a team of researchers in developing new treatments and potential vaccines.

Olafur Palsson, Psy.D., a professor of medicine at UNC School of Medicine, led a study investigating the emotional and mental impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. adult population and published his findings at pandemicimpactreport.com.

Duke Raleigh Hospital is participating in a national study to investigate the use of remdesivir to treat significant symptoms of COVID-19. Remdesivir has shown an improvement in the recovery time of more than 1,000 hospitalized patients from 15 days down to 11 days.

Although COVID-19 has caused unprecedented challenges, health care professionals throughout the Triangle are working valiantly to rise above them— so we can all live safer and healthier lives tomorrow.

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MOBILE AND TELEHEALTH CARE Now the doctor can come to you

BY KAT HARDING

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an’t get to the doctor? Now the doctor can come to you.

Mobile doctors and virtual visits are just two of the ways patients can access health care without leaving their homes.

Even driving to the doctor’s office when you aren’t feeling well can be a chore. Three local companies are removing this burden by bringing their services into your home.

Halo Health Mobile Care covers urgent care, primary care and preventative care, so patients can call the company’s health professionals for ailments ranging from rashes and cuts to broken bones and vaccines. Procedures involving X-rays, IVs and stitches can also take place in your home. Halo Health Mobile Care will even offer consultations on weight loss, hormonal issues, smoking cessation and sleeping issues. The company operates via a membership model and accepts a growing list of insurance policies including BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Medicare and Cigna. Learn more at halohealthmobilecare.com.

Another mobile health care service patients can tap into is the aptly named Doctors Making Housecalls. This company employs 125 clinicians that travel to homes, apartments, assisted living facilities and other residences across North Carolina and the upstate and lowcountry regions of South Carolina. These professionals make more than 160,000 house calls across 400 communities in North Carolina alone. While Doctors Making Housecalls treats patients ages 3 and older, the company specializes in working with complex, frail and elderly patients.

Testimonials cite Doctors Making Housecalls’ high level of professionalism and compassion delivered to loved ones. One family even called in a visit from a plane ride home from Japan, and was met with expert medical care at their home once they landed. Learn more at doctorsmakinghousecalls.com.

A third company serving patients in the Triangle, Avance Care, offers virtual, or telehealth, visits. Common ailments such as colds, flus, allergy symptoms and rashes can be treated via Avance Care’s telemedicine services. Anxiety and behavioral concerns related to illnesses such as attention deficit disorder and depression can also be managed via a telehealth appointment. Patients who suffer from chronic conditions can also save themselves a trip to the doctors’ office by snagging a virtual appointment. Learn more at avancecare.com.

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andy Wadsworth was a student at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro when he first met Damion “Dame” Moore, who had already established a reputation among his classmates for making delicious fried chicken. After graduation, the two men climbed the corporate ladder around the country and world.

Durham was born. Moore curated a menu that went far beyond the rudimentary fried chicken and a simple waffle. Specialty waffles serve as the base of the restaurant’s flagship entrée, utilizing a batter created by Wadsworth’s wife. The restaurant offers multiple flavors like sweet potato, gingerbread and organic blueberry. Moore pairs his special recipe for fried chicken (see page 46) with the specialty waffles to create an exceptional namesake dish.

But the accompaniments are what distinguish Dame’s chicken and waffles from everyone else’s. Syrups aren’t limited to the standard maple; instead, drizzles like caramel with salted cashew and spicy Caribbean Calypso bring new depth to the plate. Dame’s signature experience also comes with sampling their shmears, which consist of flavored butters like orange-honeycomb and strawberry-creme that act as a final crescendo of flavor for the meal. While it’s possible for diners to create their own chicken and waffle combinations at Dame’s, Wadsworth urges that “the best way to try it is the combinations Damion created.”

Dame’s Chicken & Waffles offers more than its namesake entree.

Wadsworth is quick to note the restaurant’s seafood offerings. “I don’t even eat seafood, but our shrimp and grits are delicious,” he says.

A HELPFUL ENDORSEMENT

But time brought the duo back to the Triangle, where they soon traded suits for aprons. Moore built Blue Mountain Catering in a small storefront on Main Street in downtown Durham. The next city over, Wadsworth became an owner of Raleigh Underground’s bar, where he learned, firsthand, the struggles of restaurant ownership.

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Dame’s Chicken & Waffles opened in August 2010, smack in the middle of downtown Durham’s revitalization.

Wadsworth says he and Moore still had to deal with their share of skeptics scattered across a city known to be filled with foodies. The issue, he came to find out, was that most diners had yet to try chicken and waffles.

Wadsworth was so confident in his food that he would promise those early diners that they would not have to pay for their meal if they didn’t love the food. No one left a bill unpaid.

Recalling the restaurant’s early days, Wadsworth remembers that even as Dame’s Chicken & Waffles’ reputation was growing by word of mouth, the restaurant owners had not been able to put any money toward

advertising. Fortunately, the restaurant received a surprising endorsement that skyrocketed Dame’s profile to new heights. Comedian and nationally syndicated radio host Rickey Smiley was on tour and had a meal at the restaurant prior to his show at the Durham Performing Arts Center.

Later that evening, Smiley gushed to the crowd about the food he had enjoyed at Dame’s. “After that show, we thought we may have gotten Ricky and some of his friends (to come to the restaurant),” Wadsworth recalls. “But instead, there were 400 people! From that point forward, the name got out.”

THE BRAND EXPANDS

With their brand becoming more established, Moore and Wadsworth expanded Dame’s Chicken & Waffles to Greensboro with the help of another college friend: Andre Towns. Their eyes set to franchise, the team unexpectedly discovered a future home in Cary. When Wadsworth first visited the space at 823 Bass Pro Lane in Cary’s Harrison Square, it was as a customer enjoying a meal at a now-closed restaurant called Firewürst. When he mentioned to the staff how much he enjoyed his meal, they informed him of the restaurant’s impending closure. Immediately, Wadsworth envisioned taking over the location to bring a Dame’s Chicken & Waffles to Cary.

The restaurant extended its signature Harlem Renaissance vibe throughout the Cary rendition, which opened in November 2016, since Moore and Wadsworth had discovered that the musicians from that era served as the original inspiration behind the chicken and waffles dish. However, Cary’s Dame’s comes with aspects unique to its location—such as being the first with a dedicated takeout counter.

Moore and Wadsworth say they are grateful for the support Cary customers have shown them during the COVID-19 pandemic. When it comes to customers there, Wadsworth says, “if you’re good to them, they’ll be good to you. … We are just very appreciative of the support and, after this is all over, we won’t forget it.”

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Dame’s Chicken Wings WINGS INGREDIENTS

½ pound whole chicken wings, washed in cold water and either air-dried or dried with a paper towel

DREDGE INSTRUCTIONS

Place ingredients in a paper bag or a container with a tight-sealing lid. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.

1½ tablespoons of paprika

Heat frying oil to 325 degrees. Good options include soybean, canola or peanut oil. They have high burn t emperatures and won’t degrade in quality rapidly.

1 tablespoon of kosher salt

Remove the chicken from the refrigerator.

1 tablespoon of freshly ground pepper 2 teaspoons of onion powder 2 teaspoons of garlic powder 2 teaspoons of ground cumin 1 teaspoon of dried oregano 1 teaspoon of dried thyme 1 teaspoon of rosemary

SEASONING INSTRUCTIONS

Mix well. If you’re making a larger batch, you can store the seasoning in an airtight container up to two months.

Place the wings in a nonreactive bowl.

Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the chicken and toss gently until all the chicken is evenly coated.

Cover the container and refrigerate it for 3–24 hours.

CHICKEN DREDGE INGREDIENTS 1 cup of all-purpose flour (sifted)

Add the chicken to the bag or container hat has the dredge in it.

Close or seal the bag. Shake and toss the chicken vigorously for 10 seconds. Repeat the tossing and shaking once more.

Remove the chicken from the bag. Place the chicken upright on a cooling rack. Allow the chicken to rest for 5–10 minutes.

This technique will help the bread coating adhere to the chicken.

Place the chicken in the frying oil. Be careful not to crowd the pan or fryer. The chicken pieces need room to “breathe.”

Cook the chicken for 9–10 minutes, then turn the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes longer.

Using a set of tongs, remove a wing and check the internal temperature of the chicken with a calibrated meat thermometer.

The internal temperature should be no less than 165 degrees.

Once the desired temperature is reached, remove the chicken from the oil.

Place the chicken on a clean baking rack or platter lined with paper towels. Allow the chicken to rest for 2 minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute in the chicken, keeping it tender and juicy.

You are now ready to feast on Dame’s crisp, tender and savory chicken wings. Enjoy!

¼ cup of corn starch or arrowroot 1 tablespoon of baking powder ½ tablespoon of ground turmeric 1 teaspoon of kosher salt 1 teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper

Dame’s Chicken & Waffles is located at 823 Bass Pro Lane in Cary and 530 Foster Street, Unit 103, in Durham.

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esearch Triangle Park has long enjoyed its reputation at the forefront of science and technology. With more than 300 companies and 55,000 employees, the largest research park in the U.S. is a leading economic force in the community. But as its workers like to point out, there’s nowhere to get a cup of coffee.

That will change this fall with the arrival of Boxyard RTP, a 15,000-square-foot development coming to the Frontier RTP campus at Highway 54 near T.W. Alexander Drive. Plans for Boxyard RTP include space for five retailers and up to nine food and beverage vendors. The campus will have a courtyard in the center with a covered stage suitable for music events, fitness instruction and other group activities. The boxyard concept is modeled after an existing development in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where the buildings are constructed from repurposed shipping containers.

“It’s a sustainable, upcycled shipping container complex,” says Morgan Weston, marketing and communications manager for the Research Triangle Foundation. “We can repurpose it to an affordable space where small businesses can really have a brick and mortar space for the first time—or maybe open a second location in a way that is accessible to a small business. In this small footprint, that’s a big advantage.”

The 40-foot-by-8-foot steel containers ship everything from foods to electronics, although the individual retired pieces come without a back story. But once they are put in service, they are reassembled, painted blue and go through a custom-cutting process for doors, range hoods and other specifics.

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Chef Jake Wood, the former chef de cuisine at 18 Seaboard in Raleigh, will introduce Lawrence Barbecue as one of the original Boxyard RTP tenants. He will fashion his barbecue joint out of three 40-foot containers, or 960 square feet of space. Once they are ready to open for business, it will take 10 to 12 employees to make and serve up the sandwiches, sides and specialty plates.

“It’s going to be a little tight,” says Wood, who anticipates seating for as many as 32 guests. “It’s going to take some getting used to, but it’s not going to slow us down.”

He figures it’s a fair trade-off for having fewer variables for his first business.

“It’s the type of folks we will have access to right there directly within about 4 or 5 miles on a daily basis,” Wood says. “We are in this business first and foremost to make money, but also to make it easy for us to take care of folks and make sure we can create memories.

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for them. I think it was the perfect idea for us, with the concept they were pitching to us with Boxyard.”

The Research Triangle Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, has invested $9 million in the project. “We are paying for some of the kitchen equipment and hood upfits,” Weston says. “That way the restaurants can come in and just plug and play. That’s really important to us: That they not have any barriers to getting started. It’s not something any other regular investor would probably rush out and do, but because we are tasked with creating this community and amenitizing the park for these companies, we are able to invest in it.”

GOING LOCAL

Boxyard RTP will not be home to any restaurant or retail chains, allowing for diverse offerings with local flavor. “It was really important to us to have a stage for first-time restaurateurs and business owners,” says Amanda Ronan, director of research for the Research Triangle Foundation. “We want them to be able to thrive, and we really wanted to find people who were North Carolina-focused. It wasn’t so much about finding the perfect product, but it was really important to find the right people.”

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In an effort to attract women- and minority-owned businesses, Boxyard RTP reached out to Jackie Morin, owner of a Durham-based cotton candy business called Wonderpuff. Her retail space will have the look and feel of a disco ball.

“My inner child is really, really loud and proud,” says Morin, who operated a pop-up location at the American Tobacco Campus last year. “When I see people happy, it brings me my own kind of happiness,” she says.

“We do our best to exude glitter and sparkle and joy into what we do.”

Morin will bring a bit of whimsy to the Boxyard campus with her confection business, offering flavors such as mango, salted caramel and peach cobbler.

Wonderpuff will also serve flavored popcorn and drinks. She has grown her business slowly with delivery and shipping orders.

“Our overhead is small compared to a food truck,” she says. “But when you maximize that for a bigger consumer base, it can get pretty overwhelming. But, I figured if we don’t do it now, we never will.

So I’m very excited.”

Durham’s Fullsteam Brewery will use five shipping containers to round out its operation—three on the first floor, two on

the second. It will join Mexican taqueria Carrburritos as restaurant anchors. Looking for a libation to quench your thirst? Smoothie bar Poured & Pressed and wine bar RTP Uncorked have you covered. If you’re still up for dessert, Buzzy Bakes can take care of your sweet tooth.

Medicine Mama’s Farmacy, an organic CBD vendor, will occupy retail space, while Game On Escapes & More provides a way to challenge your mind. “We don’t want people to view one another as competition,” Ronan says. “We really want them to have a sense of community. We were really intentional about finding people that have unique offerings.

Everyone can stay in their own lane but also support and collaborate with one another.”

The Research Triangle Foundation hopes that feeding the midday lunch crowd is just part of Boxyard RTP’s appeal. The addition of shopping, entertainment and cultural events could make the space truly unique.

“The low-hanging fruit is lunch—that’s what drove the project from the start,” Ronan says. “We’re excited to finally give people what they’ve been asking for.”

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Typical Stable

Horse & Buddy ensures equine therapy—and big smiles—for all

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t 8 years old, Jane* struggles with sensory processing disorder and severe anxiety.

She is rarely at ease, and regular sensations that most of us tend not to notice—like certain textures and noises—are so heightened for her that many everyday occurrences feel unbearable.

One day, practically out of the blue, Jane said to her mother, Lisa*: “Mom, I want to ride a horse.”

It was music to Lisa’s ears.

But not because she wanted her daughter to ride horses. When Jane announced her new intention, she was also stating that she was ready to try something completely new. Lisa knew she had to make it happen.

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Eighteen-year-old Annie* suffers from juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Her doctors recommended core-strengthening exercises to combat the pain and stiffness caused by her disease, but it can be tricky finding the motivation to move, since moving hurts to begin with. But when one doctor suggested horseback riding for its core-strengthening benefits, Annie needed no further motivation. She knew her love of horses would make working through the pain worthwhile.

Excellent for improving core strength and building confidence, horseback riding would seem the perfect therapy choice for both Jane and Annie.

The challenge was finding a local stable that offered riding lessons customized for special circumstances.

ACCOMMODATING SOLUTIONS

At Horse & Buddy Therapeutic Riding Program in New Hill, every accommodation imaginable has already been made. But that’s no surprise, as Horse & Buddy is not your typical stable. This nonprofit focuses on teaching excellent techniques in its impressive riding ring, with lessons tailored to each individual—so they are accessible to anyone with a disability, of any age, at any skill level, with almost any level of physical or emotional need.

Horse & Buddy serves approximately 100 riders per week ranging in age from 3 to 87. All instructors are certified

by Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International, and the program coordinator earned her degree in therapeutic horsemanship. All of the staff members and volunteers believe wholeheartedly that there is something innately healing in equine interaction.

NEWFOUND FREEDOMS

Many riders experience a particular kind of freedom on horseback. Those who have cerebral palsy saunter about the ring—safely secured in the

saddle by a staff member—free of their bodies’ usual limitations.

Down syndrome clients gain freedom slowly and steadily; with each lesson their bodies grow stronger through increased muscle tone. Still others, like Jane, are able to escape from the daily cares that weigh them down.

“This is the one time every week when I see Jane completely relaxed, just being an 8-year-old girl—not in a state of anxiety. I never see her as confident as when she’s on a horse,” her mother says.

Holly Confroy, a pediatric occupational therapist by trade, first came to Horse & Buddy as a volunteer. She underwent training in hippotherapy, or

equine-assisted therapy, and became the nonprofit’s program director. Having grown up riding, Confroy finds it gratifying to watch clients fall in love with Horse & Buddy’s horses as they simultaneously (and often without realizing it) grow stronger. But it’s not just the horses these kids keep coming back for. “This is a sanctuary,” Confroy says. “Kids know they are totally and completely accepted here.”

Longtime volunteer Christie Koon says horseback riding “allows kids to open up,” while new volunteer Mary Beerman finds inspiration in “how much this place means to people.”

Horse & Buddy is healing for all who are connected to it.

A GROWING VISION

A generous and anonymous land purchase created the space for Horse & Buddy’s sprawling pasture, sparkling clean stables and shaded corral and viewing area. These facilities are all part of Executive Director Janet Mason’s vision. “I’ve seen kids take their first steps and say their first words as a result of the work we do here,” Mason says proudly, adding that Horse & Buddy meets children (and many adults) right where they are—both emotionally and physically.

Mason says her vision for Horse & Buddy keeps growing.

The program planned to kick off

a $1 million capital campaign to buy the land it sits on this year, but the pandemic put that on hold. Once Horse & Buddy owns the land, building an indoor arena tops her wish list. Contributions toward the arena and other efforts can be made online at horseandbuddy.org.

“If there is one thing we absolutely keep doing for [Jane], it’s this,” Lisa says of her daughter’s weekly visits to Horse & Buddy—in spite of the hour it takes each way to drive to and from the facility. For Lisa, it’s a small price to pay for the smile on her daughter’s face. *Name changed to protect privacy.

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ENDLESS SNACKING

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Prior to the pandemic, my teenage son’s typical lifestyle included biking to school and attending weekly martial arts classes. The trope holds true: Teenage boys eat a lot of food! Unfortunately, his activity level dropped once remote learning started and martial arts lessons stopped. But fortunately, his reduced activity level also moderated his appetite. Still, eating out of boredom is a thing. Jocelyn Midgett of Living Fit, a meal-prep company that also owns Cypress Manor in Cary, agrees that this has become a problem for many families.

For ours, the temptation to snack endlessly necessitated creating a new meal schedule with specific times for when the kitchen would be open or closed. Now wandering into the kitchen—unless my kids are cleaning it—has quickly become a non-issue. Try it!

From the mom who used to make three different meals to ensure that my kids ate (because let’s be honest—hungry kids are cranky kids), let me be transparent: I am not a meal planner. A written plan makes this free spirit feel a bit caged. My plan for Thursday says lasagna, but I feel like tacos.

Therefore, I keep a list of dinner options on the fridge, then ensure I have the materials for most of them in any given week. I also throw in a not-so-healthy, super simple dinner each week that requires about 4 seconds to place on a baking sheet.

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his year brought completely unforeseen surprises, including stay-at-home orders, public and private schools moving to either part- or full-time remote learning, and parents working from home. It’s no surprise that food consumption, grocery purchases and meal planning shifted in response to COVID-19, too. These changes threw many families off their routines, encouraged endless snacking and forced parents to reassess the process of creating quick, healthy family dinners. Here are some of the challenges my family faced, and how we handled them.

KEEPING A PROPERLY-STOCKED KITCHEN

My kids love different pasta shapes. Somehow meatball marinara sauce over rotini or farfalle is novel. Also, all three kids will eat my from-scratch shells and cheese (small or medium shells with a sauce made from melting shredded cheddar into a béchamel) every night of the week without complaint—and we all know pleasing three kids with a single meal is next to impossible. The point is: Know what foods your family gravitates toward, then shop deliberately to restock those ingredients in your pantry. Keep favorite recipes handy for easy reference, which will help streamline your shopping and reduce the amount of time you spend in the grocery store. Take an inventory: If something has languished on your pantry shelf, you likely don’t use it.

KEEPING PRODUCE FRESH

Here in North Carolina, food shortage is not a true concern due to the availability of numerous farms like Papasonn Produce, which now sells fruits, vegetables, dairy and meat directly to the public. Farm-fresh produce lasts longer, is fresher and offers more flavor than produce from a chain store. What we can’t eat quickly enough, we cook and freeze until we need it.

STICKING TO A PLAN

I frequently lack dinner prep time after running my business and supervising remote schooling and virtual activities for three children.

Oftentimes, putting a meal together becomes an extreme cooking show experiment: What can I make with jackfruit, sardines, chocolate milk and potato chips? Hang on, let me pour a glass of riesling while I ponder my options. By the time I figure it out, I have less time and my kids are hungrier than ever.

ASKING FOR HELP

Meal-prep services like Living Fit typically put one person in charge of your meal from start to finish. That person also frequently changes and uses disposable gloves while preparing your food. You can pick up your meals at Living Fit’s Cary location or take advantage of contactless delivery. Get your teens involved—they can easily follow meal-prep services’ cooking directions to help get dinner on the table for busy, working parents.

These are just some of the ways your family can create good, healthy meals every night of the week. But don’t make it too hard— order takeout once or twice a week to give yourself a break and to support local restaurants.

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verybody has different reasons for home schooling—a pandemic is not typically one of them,” says Sarah Kinnarney with a hint of sarcasm. This Raleigh mother of four who home-schooled her children long before COVID-19 had a different transition into quarantine than most parents.

Some friends have reached out to her, wondering how she manages it all, but Kinnarney is quick to point out that the situation forced on families this past spring wasn’t a typical path to home schooling. “It’s not even normal for people who are used to home schooling. We never just sit around at home— we’re out exploring museums and parks and doing different activities. That’s usually one of the great benefits of home schooling,” she says.

She also adds that in so-called “normal” circumstances, homeschooling parents would make the decision on their own. They would gather and choose their materials long before starting and they would have outside resources to support their efforts.

“Parents were thrown in the deep end,” Kinnarney says. “I can’t imagine having to start without making the choice to do it—and without any help.”

Triangle public school systems, along with many private schools, have opted to continue offering remote learning options for students during the 2020–21 school year.

This means parents who never

B Y M I C K S C H U LT E

thought they would be homeschooling their children—at least on a long-term basis—are now faced with this challenge, whether the curriculum comes from a self-made, public or private establishment.

PLAYING WITH EDUCATION

Shortly after COVID-19 forced its closing in the spring, Marbles Kids Museum launched an effort with WakeMed Hospitals encouraging playful parenting through the museum’s online platforms. Located in downtown Raleigh, Marbles is one of the local museums normally frequented by Kinnarney and other parents with small children.

“We feel like play is more important than ever because it fosters resiliency,” says Sarah Brown, director of marketing for Marbles Kids Museum.

“And it’s just as important for the adults and family, too. We want parents to know that they shouldn’t feel guilty about unstructured time. In that space kids are able to be more creative and learn in ways that aren’t possible in school.”

One of the playful ideas they shared was a “Putting Zoo,” where they invited families to create a miniature golf course in their home. Kids can use their imagination by substituting brooms for golf clubs and putt into holes that go down stairs, under tables and anywhere else their creativity brings them.

A great option for a “hole” is a plastic cup. Find additional

examples of such innovative ideas on the Marbles Kids Museum YouTube channel (youtube.com/user/ marbleskidsmuseum).

Throughout their many communications during the pandemic, Brown says Marbles made a point of never referencing COVID-19. “We really want to be a place of respite and positivity for people.” Parents can also find toys, games and educational resources at Marbles Corner Store, which continues to offer curbside pickup and delivery.

VIRTUAL STORYTIMES

Another local, child-focused organization offering ideas for home-schooling parents is the Liberation Station bookstore (liberationstationbookstore.com).

This bookshop’s mission is to promote and carry books written for, by or about people of the African diaspora. Normally the Liberation Station would host pop-up markets in a wide range of locations, where people could learn from and connect with stories from the African American community. After only a year in business, Victoria and Duane Miller were just hitting their stride when COVID-19 hit.

Like many businesses, the Millers had to pivot. Instead of pop-up markets, they created virtual storytime readings from Jamia Wilson’s “Young, Gifted and Black,” which introduces children to 52 remarkable African American heroes from the past and present.

REINVENTING FAMILY FUN COVID-19 also forced the Millers into home-schooling their two young boys, ages 4 and 9. “It was hard at first.

Suddenly we had to be parents and teachers 100% of the day.

But we are really enjoying this time now,” Victoria Miller says.

“We’ve been trying to teach them that life is a learning process, and I love that they have more time to explore things that they truly enjoy.”

One quarantine activity the whole Miller family has come to enjoy is nightly trips to a local parking deck. They strap on roller skates and glide up and down the parking levels until the sun goes down. Then they lay on a blanket underneath the stars together and read books by flashlight. “We grew up going to a skating rink, but we never thought of it as an activity for our lives now,” Miller says. “When the quarantine happened, we had to innovate—and we are so thankful we found this spot.”

While the challenges of educating children at home during the pandemic can sometimes feel overwhelming, Miller reflects on the opportunities it has presented for families as well. “It feels like a chance to resettle and appreciate things we might normally overlook,” she says. “It’s beautiful.”

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are committed to providing highquality diagnosis, management, and treatment of sleep disorders.

Parkway takes pride in offering a comprehensive approach, with sleep studies, consultations, and CPAP equipment all in one convenient location in Cary.

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neurology and sleep medicine.

He has been actively diagnosing and treating sleep disorders for 15 years. Dr. Jag practices conventional medicine but also understands the

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with proper diet and exercise, and how carefully selected natural of pharmaceuticals and conventional care. He is passionate about bridging the gap between natural and conventional medicine.

Parkway SleepHealth Center is locally owned and operated since 2005. The sleep center is designed to make you feel “at home” during your sleep study, so you feel comfortable and cared for every step of the way.

If you are suffering from snoring, sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs, or another sleep issue, Parkway SleepHealth can help. New patients are welcome—call to schedule an appointment today!

PARKWAY SLEEP HEALTH Singar Jagadeesan, M.D.

“Sound sleep. Sound health.”

130 Preston Executive Drive Cary, NC 27513 919.462.8081 parkwaysleep.com

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OB/GYN

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REPLY OB/GYN & FERTILITY

is an innovative and holistic women’s health clinic located in Cary with labor and delivery services at WakeMed Cary Hospital. Known for its commitment to patient education and personalized care, Reply partners with women through all stages of life to optimize their health and well- being. Using their unique cooperative approach,

conditions—such as endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and infertility/subfertility—rather than to simply manage symptoms.

Learn more at replyobygn.com.

• Well-woman care nurse midwifery • Gynecology • Infertility/subfertility care • Family planning with fertility awareness • Fertility education and health coaching

REPLY OB/GYN & FERTILITY Dr. Rachel Peragallo-Urrutia, M.D., M.S.C.R. Dr. Caroline Summers, D.O., M.S. Dr. Faith Daggs, M.D., C.F.C.M.C. Dr. John M. Thorp, M.D. Clinic location: 7535 Carpenter Fire Station Road, Suite 105 Cary, NC 27519 Labor and delivery: WakeMed Cary Hospital 1900 Kildaire Farm Road Cary, NC 27518 919.230.2100 replyobgyn.com 62 | caryliving.com

“The care I received at Reply was so comprehensive, so caring, and so detailed.”

She provides expertise in all facets of ocular surface disease, including meibomian gland dysfunction with

with intense pulsed light (IPL) treatment; and eyelid rejuvenation with TempSure radiofrequency.

“With modern science and technology, no one should endure the discomfort of dry eye disease. My passion for enhancing my patients’ well-being drives everything I do.”

Dr. Watson has spent her career eye health and believes in customized care for each patient.

“Dedicated eye care is essential to achieving relief from dry eye disease, so we aim to make our patients’ visits something they look forward to. The Triangle is home to a busy and sophisticated population that deserves exceptional care, so my stellar team and I are honored to deliver a unique and inviting experience.”

When she is not caring for her patients, Dr. Watson relishes time with her four children and six grandchildren.

WATSON DRY EYE CENTER Dr. Susan A. Watson, M.D., F.A.C.S.

“See better. Feel better. Look better.”

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ophthalmology and a true leader in dry eye disease, Dr. Watson brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to the Triangle.

WATSON DRY EYE CENTER

M.D., F.A.C.S., founded Watson Dry Eye Center in 2017 after spending 35 years serving surgical ophthalmology patients in eastern

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ZENN PLASTIC SURGERY

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ZENN PLASTIC SURGERY Michael R. Zenn, M.D. 7920 ACC Boulevard, Suite 110 Raleigh, NC 27617 919.480.3885 zennplasticsurgery.com

ZENN PLASTIC SURGERY MAY BE NEW TO BRIER CREEK, Professor and Vice Chief of Plastic Surgery at Duke, Dr. Zenn is known for his extraordinary surgical skill and comforting bedside manner.

Recognized as an expert in both facial and breast surgery, Dr. Zenn specializes in cosmetic surgery of the face, breast and body. Dr. Zenn is a proud graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Weill Cornell Medical College at Cornell University, and the Harvard Plastic Surgery Residency Program. For 23 years, Dr. Zenn cared for patients at UNC and Duke, where he performed cutting-edge surgeries, wrote textbooks, trained hundreds of plastic surgeons, lectured around the world and invented new surgical techniques. His solo private practice, Zenn Plastic Surgery, is the culmination of these experiences.

While his resume is extraordinary, you will be even more impressed with his down-to-earth personality and the way he cares for each and every patient. The integrity, commitment to excellence and professionalism that are trademarks of Dr. Zenn’s respected reputation are shared by his staff, all of whom are committed to providing you with a truly wonderful patient experience.

“After more than two decades of caring for patients at Duke and UNC, I am delighted to serve patients in the comfort and personalized setting of my signature practice in Brier Creek.”

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TRIPLE BARREL TAVERN 2221 N. Grassland Drive Fuquay-Varina | 919.762.0940

AWAZÉ CUISINE 904 NE Maynard Road Cary | 919.377.2599

TWO GUYS GRILLE 4149 Davis Drive | Morrisville 919.462.9336 | twoguysgrill.com

American ABBEY ROAD TAVERN & GRILL 1195 W. Chatham Street Cary | 919.481.4434 1700 Center Street Apex | 919.372.5383 711 N. Main Street Fuquay-Varina | 919.762.7731 abbeyroadnc.com ACADEMY STREET BISTRO 200 S. Academy Street Cary | 919.377.0509

VERANDAH 301 S. Academy Street | Cary 919.670.5000 themayton.com/downtown-cary-restaurant WOODY’S SPORTS TAVERN & GRILL 8322 Chapel Hill Road | Cary 919.380.7737 woodyssportstavern.com

Asian

APEX WINGS RESTAURANT & PUB 518 E. Williams Street | Apex 919.387.0082 | apexwings.com AVIATOR SMOKEHOUSE 525 E. Broad Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.557.7675 | aviatorbrew.com AVIATOR TAP HOUSE 600 E. Broad Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.557.8826 | aviatorbrew.com BASS LAKE DRAFT HOUSE 124 Bass Lake Road Holly Springs | 919.567.3251 basslakedrafthouse.com THE CORNER TAVERN AND GRILL 1301 NW Maynard Road Cary | 919.460.0088 cornertaverncary.com DAME’S CHICKEN & WAFFLES 1823 N. Harrison Avenue | Cary 919.234.0824 HERONS AT THE UMSTEAD 100 Woodland Pond Drive | Cary 919.447.4200 | theumstead.com JOYCE & FAMILY RESTAURANT 129 N. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.567.1717 facebook.com/joyceandfamily LUCKY 32 7307 Tryon Road | Cary 919.233.1632 | lucky32.com THE MASON JAR TAVERN 114 Grand Hill Place | Holly Springs 919.964.5060 | themasonjartavern.com MY WAY TAVERN 301 W. Center Street | Holly Springs 919.285.2412 | mywaytavern.com B.GOOD 1000 Market Center Drive Morrisville | 919.916.5410 bgood.com THE PEAK ON SALEM 126 N. Salem Street | Apex 919.466.6060 | thepeakonsalem.com

ASIAN GARDEN 242 Grande Heights Drive | Cary 919.462.8598 | asiangardencarync.com

KUMO SUSHI 2916 N. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.986.0983 | kumosushifv.com LUCKY 7 906 NE Maynard Road | Cary 919.380.7550 | lucky7nc.com MEI WEI ASIAN DINER 1424 N. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.762.7128 | meiweinc.com NEW RAINBOW 3427 N. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.567.8272 | newrainbowchinese.com PHO 919 3504 Davis Drive | Morrisville 919.377.0318 | pho919.com RED BOWL ASIAN BISTRO 2020 Boulderstone Way | Cary 919.388.9977 | redbowlcary.com

BANANA LEAF 1026 Ryan Road | Cary 919.468.9958 | bananaleafcary.com

SUSHI AT THE PARK 1163 Parkside Main Street | Cary 984.333.0198 | sushiatthepark.com

BAAN THAI 758 W. Williams Street | Apex 919.629.6399 | baanthaiapex.com

SUSHI IWA 2026 Creekside Landing Drive | Apex 919.387.7022 | sushiiwa.org

C&T WOK 130 Morrisville Square Way Morrisville | 919.467.8860 ctwokrestaurant.com CHINA UNO 308 Village Walk Drive | Holly Springs 919.557.9888 | china-uno.com DIM SUM HOUSE 100 Jerusalem Drive Morrisville | 919.380.3087 dimsumhousemorrisville.com G.58 CUISINE 10958 Chapel Hill Road | Morrisville 919.466.8858 | g58cuisine.com GENKI RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR 3420 Ten Ten Road Cary | 919.363.6636 genkirestaurantsushi.com GINGER ASIAN CUISINE 2048 Kildaire Farm Road Cary | 919.859.8998 gingerasiancuisine.com GOJI BISTRO 100 Maynard Crossing Court | Cary 919.466.8888 | gojibistro.us HIBACHI & COMPANY 708 Judd Parkway | Fuquay-Varina 919.552.8899 HIBACHI BLUE 1500 Village Market Place Morrisville | 919.462.9899 JJ CAFE 2143 Ten Ten Road | Apex 919.367.8686 | jjcafeapex.com KABUKI JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE 220 Nottingham Drive | Cary 919.380.8081 | kabukicary.com

THE PROVINCIAL 119 N. Salem Street | Apex KASHIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT 919.372.5921 | theprovincialapex.com 309 Crossroads Boulevard | Cary 919.851.7101 | kashin.com RUDY’S PUB & GRILL 780 W. Williams Street | Apex 919.303.5061 | rudysofapex.com

919.557.1437 kobehollyspringsnc.com

KOBE HIBACHI & SUSHI 515 N Main Street | Holly Springs

SUSHI-THAI CARY 106 Kilmayne Drive | Cary 919.467.5747 | sushithaicary.com TAIPEI CAFE 9825-G Chapel Hill Road | Morrisville 919.380.8568 taipeicafemorrisville.com TASTE VIETNAMESE CUISINE 152 Morrisville Square Way Morrisville | 919.234.6385 TASU ASIAN BISTRO 525 New Waverly Place | Cary 919.977.4037 | tasuwaverly.com TERIYAKIN’ 10970 Chapel Hill Road Morrisville | 919.443.2279 THAI LOTUS 3450 Kildaire Farm Road Cary | 984.229.7333 THAI SPICES & SUSHI 986 High House Road | Cary 919.319.1818 | thaispicessushi.com THAI THAI CUISINE 108 Osterville Drive | Holly Springs 919.303.5700 | thaithaicuisinenc.com YAMATO STEAK, SEAFOOD & SUSHI BAR 700 E. Williams Steet | Apex 919.303.8088 | yamatoofapex.com LITTLE TOKYO JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1401 SE Maynard Road Cary | 919.467.5011 YOHO ASIAN BISTRO 8204 Tryon Woods Drive | Cary 919.859.8081 | yohoasiancary.com YURI JAPANESE RESTAURANT 1361 Kildaire Farm Road Cary | 919.481.0068 yurijapaneserestaurant.com ZENFISH POKÉ BAR 9924 Chapel Hill Road | Morrisville 919.234.0914 | zenfishpokebar.com

Bakery & Desserts ANDIA’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM 1008 Ryan Road | Cary | 919.234.0037 10120 Green Level Church Road | Cary 919.822.1866 | andiasicecream.com ANNELORE’S GERMAN BAKERY 308 W. Chatham Street | Cary 919.267.6846 | anneloresbakery.com ASALI DESSERTS & CAFE 107 Edinburgh S. Drive, Suite 106-A Cary | 919.362.7882 BIG DOM’S BAGEL SHOP 203 E. Chatham Street | Cary bigdomsbagelshop.com BONAFIDE BAKESHOP 1232 W. Williams Street | Apex 919.372.5000 bonafidebakeshop.com BRECOTEA 1144 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.234.1555 brecotea.com BUTTERCREAM’S BAKE SHOP 101 N. Salem Street Cary | 919.362.8408 buttercreamsbakeshop.com CARIBOU COFFEE 109 SW Maynard Road | Cary 919.319.6265 | cariboucoffee.com CHANTICLEER CAFE & BAKERY 6490 Tryon Road | Cary 919.781.4810 | chanticleercafe.com CHOCOLATE SMILES 312 W. Chatham Street Suite 101 | Cary | 919.469.5282 chocolatesmiles.com COFFEE & CREPES 315 Crossroads Boulevard | Cary 919.233.0288 | coffeeandcrepes.com CREMA COFFEE ROASTER & BAKERY 1983 High House Road | Cary 919.380.1840 | cremacoffeebakery.com CRUMBL COOKIES 1105 Market Center Drive | Morrisville 919.364.1100 crumblcookies.com CULTIVATE COFFEE ROASTERS 128 S. Fuquay Avenue | Fuquay-Varina 919.285.4067 | cultivate.coffee DUCK DONUTS 100 Wrenn Drive | Cary 919.468.8722 | duckdonuts.com FOUNT COFFEE + KITCHEN 10954 Chapel Hill Road | Morrisville 984.888.5454 | fountcoffee.com FRESCA CAFÉ & GELATO 302 Colonades Way | Cary 919.851.8171 | frescacafe.com FRESH. LOCAL ICE CREAM 138 E. Chatham Street | Cary freshlocalicecream.com

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GOODBERRY’S FROZEN CUSTARD 2325 Davis Drive | Cary 919.469.3350 1146 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.467.2386 | goodberrys.com GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY 1240 NW Maynard Road | Cary 919.460.8158 HAPPYCAKES CUPCAKERY 9958 Chapel Hill Road | Cary thehappycupcakery.com HOT BREADS CAFE 1901 NW Cary Parkway Morrisville | 919.677.1331 hotbreadscafe.com

ONCE IN A BLUE MOON BAKERY & CAFE 115 W. Chatham Street | Cary 919.319.6554 bluemoonbakery.com PINTS ICE CREAM & BEER 512 Broad Street Fuquay-Varina | 919.285.2952 PURE JUICERY BAR 716 Slash Pine Drive | Cary 919.234.1572 | purejuicerybar.com RISE BISCUITS & DONUTS 1100 Market Center Drive Morrisville | 919.377.0385 risebiscuitsdonuts.com

DALLAS FAMOUS CHICKEN N’ BISCUITS 1101 E. Williams Street Apex | 919.362.0051 DICED GOURMET SALADS & WRAPS 1377 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.377.8572 7157 O’Kelly Chapel Road | Cary 919.678.5004 | dicedsalads.com EGGS UP GRILL 1436 N. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.285.4463 | eggsupgrill.com FAMOUS TOASTERY 316 Colonades Way Cary | 919.655.1971 304 Grand Hill Place | Holly Springs 919.552.3102 | famoustoastery.com

JAVA JIVE 2425 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.816.8888 | javajivecary.com

SIR WALTER COFFEE + KITCHEN 242 S Main Street | Holly Springs sirwaltercoffeekitchen.com 919.390.2150

JUICEVIBES 1369 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.377.8923 | juicevibes.com

STICK BOY BREAD CO. 127 S. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.557.2237 | stickboyfuquay.com

KALE ME CRAZY 302 Colonades Way #209 | Cary 984.200.2960 | kalemecrazy.net

SUGAR BUZZ BAKERY 1231 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.238.7224 | sugarbuzzbakery.com

Deli/Sandwiches

LA FARM BAKERY 4248 NW Cary Parkway | Cary 919.657.0657 | lafarmbakery.com

VIDA DULCE 836 E. Chatham Street Cary | 919.378.9722

10970 Chapel Hill Road | Morrisville 919.380.7276 | thebrunchbox.net

MILK LAB CAFE 6418 Tryon Road | Cary 919.200.0016 | milklabcafe.com

Breakfast/Specialty

NIL’S CAFE 513 Broad Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.567.0887 | nilscafe.weebly.com

100 Dickens Road | Fuquay-Varina 919.285.4980 | bagelsplusfuquay.com

NOTHING BUNDT CAKES 2008 Market Center Drive Morrisville | 919.694.5300 nothingbundtcakes.com

BAGELS PLUS

BRIGS 1225 NW Maynard Road Cary | 919.481.9300 1040 Tryon Village Drive | Cary 919.859.2151 | brigs.com

Chocolate Smiles

PREMIUM HAND-MADE CHOCOLATES SINCE 1984

MISSION MARKET 124 N. Salem Street | Apex shopthemission.com

THE BRUNCH BOX

PEPPERS MARKET & SANDWICH SHOP 2107 Grace Park Drive | Morrisville 919.380.7002 | peppersmrkt.com NEW YORK BAGEL & DELI 2050 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.851.9050 newyorkbagelsanddeli.com SERENDIPITY GOURMET DELI 118 S. Academy Street Cary | 919.469.1655 serendipitygourmetdelinc.com

Eclectic CHEF’S PALETTE 3460 Ten Ten Road | Cary 919.267.6011 | chefspalette.net CORELIFE EATERY 200 Crossroads Boulevard | Cary 919.726.6261 | corelifeeatery.com MAXIMILLIANS GRILL & WINE BAR 8314 Chapel Hill Road | Cary 919.465.2455 | maximilliansgrill.com POSTMASTER 160 E. Cedar Street | Cary 919.378.9493 | postmastercary.com

French & German REY’S 1130 Buck Jones Road Cary | 919.380.0122

DER BIERGARTEN 1080 Darrington Drive | Cary 919.459.5874 | BiergartenCary.com

Indian BAWARCHI GRILL & SPIRITS 800 W. Williams Street | Apex 919.363.9000 | bawarchiapex.com BIRYANI MAXX INDIAN CUISINE 590 E. Chatham Street Cary | 919.377.0346 biryanimaxxindiancuisine.com CILANTRO INDIAN CAFÉ 107 Edinburgh S. Drive | Cary 919.234.1264 | cilantroindia.com HIMALAYAN NEPALI CUISINE 746 E. Chatham Street Cary | 919.466.0550 himalayannepalicuisine.com

Bakeshop & Cafe 1232 W. Williams St. | Apex | 919.372.5000

Deliciously Local ChocolateSmiles.com 919-469-5282

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HYDERABAD HOUSE BIRYANI PLACE 3735 Davis Drive Morrisville | 919.924.0503 hyderabadhouse.net KABABISH CAFÉ 201 W. Chatham Street | Cary 919.377.8794 | kababishcafe.com NAZARA INDIAN BISTRO 1945 High House Road | Cary 919.694.5353 | nazaranc.com TOWER INDIAN RESTAURANT 144 Morrisville Square Way | Cary 919.465.2326 | towernc.com UDUPI CAFE 590 E. Chatham Street Cary | 919.465.0898

Irish DOHERTY’S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 5490 Apex Peakway Apex | 919.387.4100 dohertysirishpubnc.com 1979 High House Road | Cary | 919.388.9930 TRALI IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 3107 Grace Park Drive Morrisville | 919.651.9083 traliirishpub.com

Italian BABYMOON CAFE 100 Jerusalem Drive Morrisville | 919.465.9006 babymooncafe.com BELLINI FINE ITALIAN CUISINE 107 Edinburgh S. Drive Cary | 919.552.0303 bellinifineitaliancuisinecary.com BOCCI TRATTORIA & PIZZERIA 2425 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.803.5358 | bocciitalian.com DANIEL’S RESTAURANT & CATERING 1430 W. Williams Street Apex | 919.303.1006 danielsapex.com ENRIGO ITALIAN BISTRO 575 New Waverly Place | Cary 919.854.7731 | dineenrigo.com GARIBALDI TRATTORIA 900 N. Main Street Fuquay-Varina | 919.552.8868 garibalditrattoria.com LUGANO RISTORANTE 1060 Darrington Drive Cary | 919.468.7229

RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA, & SPIRITS 8111 Tryon Woods Drive Cary | 919.851.3999 101 Market Center Drive Morrisville | 919.388.3500 ruckuspizza.com STELLINO’S ITALIANO 1150 Parkside Main Street Cary | 919.694.5761 stellinositaliano.com TRAVINIA ITALIAN KITCHEN & WINE BAR 1301 Market Center Drive | Cary 919.467.1718 traviniaitaliankitchen.com

Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern BABA GHANNOUJ MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO 2468 Walnut Street | Cary 919.233.0907 | babaghannouj1.com BOSPHORUS RESTAURANT 329 N. Harrison Avenue | Cary 919.460.1300 | bosphorus-nc.com

J&S NEW YORK PIZZA 804 Perry Road | Apex | 919.363.0071 500 Broad Street | Fuquay-Varina

LOS TRES MAGUEYES 120 Bass Lake Road Holly Springs | 919.552.6272 401 Wake Chapel Road Fuquay-Varina | 919.762.6955 LOS TRES MEXICAN RESTAURANT 10120 Green Level Church Road Cary | 919.267.5444 1301 E. Williams Street Apex | 919.367.6797 995 Airport Boulevard | Morrisville 919.465.0217 | lostres-nc.com

THE URBAN TURBAN 2757 NC Highway 55 | Cary 919.367.0888 urbanturbanbistro.com

Mexican ARANDAS MEXICAN CUISINE 5460 Apex Peakway | Apex 919.362.7363 | arandasmexcuisine.com BRAVO’S MEXICAN GRILL 208 Grande Heights Drive | Cary 919.481.3811 | bravosmexicangrill.net

EL LOBO MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1311 E. Broad Street Fuquay-Varina | 919.557.9540

PRO’S EPICUREAN MARKET & CAFE 211 E. Chatham Street

FIESTA MEXICANA 2839 Jones Franklin Road | Raleigh 919.859.1303 fiestamexicananc-cary.com 990 High House Road Cary | 919.378.9895 fiestamexicananc-nwcary.com 428 Village Walk Drive Holly Springs | 919.346.1330 fiestamexicananc-hollysprings.com

MOD PIZZA 316 Colonades Way | Cary 919.241.7200 | modpizza.com

PAPA’S SUBS & PIZZA 511 N. Main Street Holly Springs | 919.557.1919

TORERO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1207 Kildaire Farm Road Cary | 919.468.8711 torerosmexicanrestaurants.com

TURKUAZ MARKET 203 N. Harrison Avenue #110 Cary | 919.455.1890

MILANO PIZZA 7509 Purfoy Road Fuquay-Varina | 919.557.6093 sites.google.com/site/milanopizzafv

RANCHO GRANDE 1401 SE Maynard Road Cary | 919.469.4245

NEOMONDE 10235 Chapel Hill Road | Morrisville 919.466.8100 | neomonde.com

SASSOOL 1347 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.300.5586 | sassool.com

MICHELANGELO’S PIZZA 928 US Highway 64 | Apex 919.462.8880 | apexpizza.com7280 GB Alford Highway | Holly Springs 919.303.7277 | michelangelospizza.com

THE ORIGINAL NY PIZZA 634 Holly Springs Road | Holly Springs 919.567.0505 | theoriginalnypizza.com

TACOS MEXICO RESTAURANT 1430 N. Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.557.1777 | tacosmexiconc.com

SAI KRISHNA BHAVAN 10970 Chapel Hill Road | Cary 919.481.0910 | saikrishnabhavan.com

919.557.6921 | jandsnypizza.com

MI CANCUN 1106 Grace Park Drive | Morrisville 919.650.1718 | micancunmx.com

MEDITERRA GRILL 108 Grand Hill Place | Holly Springs 919.762.7851 | mediterranc.com

OSTERIA G 5160 Sunset Lake Road | Apex 984.229.7480 | osteriag.com

RUCKUS PIZZA, PASTA, & SPIRITS 1055 Pine Plaza Drive Apex | 919.446.6333

LA TAQUERIA MEXICAN GRILL 973 E. Broad Street Fuquay-Varina | 919.552.5532

TACOS MEXICO 209 E. Williams Street Apex | 919.362.8074

MAMMA MIA ITALIAN BISTRO 708 Laura Duncan Road | Apex 919.363.2228 | mammamianc.com

ROMA’S ITALIAN 203 N. Harrison Avenue | Cary 919.468.1111 | romasitalian.net

JOHNNY’S PIZZA 96 Cornerstone Drive Apex | 919.659.8700

JASMIN & OLIVZ MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO 1109 Ledsome Lane | Cary 919.469.1112 | jasminbistro.com

EL DORADO III 112 E. Vance Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.557.0287 eldoradomexicanrestaurant.com

Cary | 919.377.1788

LA RANCHERITA GRILL & TEQUILA BAR 102 N. Salem Street | Apex 919.303.2448 | rancheritamex.com

TOTOPOS STREET FOOD & TEQUILA 1388 Kildaire Farm Road Cary | 919.678.3449 totoposfoodandtequila.com VIVA MEXICAN KITCHEN 4075 Davis Drive | Morrisville 919.467.2627 vivamexicankitchen.com

Peruvian ALPACA PERUVIAN CHARCOAL CHICKEN 9575 Chapel Hill Road Morrisville | 919.378.9259 LUCKY CHICKEN 1851 N. Harrison Avenue Cary | 919.678.3153 MARCO POLLO 1871 Lake Pine Drive | Cary 919.694.5524 | marcopollocary.com

Pizzeria ANNA’S PIZZERIA 100 N. Salem Street Apex | 919.267.6237 138 S Main Street | Fuquay-Varina 919.285.2497 | annaspizzeria.com BLAZE PIZZA 316 Grand Hill Place Holly Springs | 919.557.4990 1024 Market Center Drive | Morrisville 919.465.9590 | blazepizza.com BROTHERS OF NEW YORK PIZZA 3450 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.629.6000 | brothersofny.com

THE PIZZA DUDE 1763 W. Williams Street | Apex 919.303.6686 | ncpizzadude.com PIZZERIA FAULISI 215 E. Chatham Street, Suite 101 Cary | pizzeriafaulisi.com RANDY’S PIZZA 4129 Davis Drive | Morrisville 919.468.3737 | randys-pizza.com RICCI’S TRATTORIA 10110 Green Level Road | Cary 919.380.8410 | riccistrattoria.com ROMEO’S PIZZA 800 W. Williams Street | Apex 919.355.2920 | romeospizza.com ROSATI’S PIZZA 3605 Davis Drive | Morrisville 919.380.7000 | rosatispizza.com SALVIO’S PIZZERIA 2428 SW Cary Parkway | Cary 919.467.4600 | salviospizza.com V PIZZA 1389 Kildaire Farm Road | Cary 919.650.1821 | vpizza.com

Seafood

THE BLIND PELICAN 120 Bass Lake Road | Holly Springs 984.225.2471 THE FULL MOON OYSTER BAR 1600 Village Market Place | Morrisville 919.378.9524 | fullmoonoysterbar.com SKIPPER’S FISH FRY 1001 E. Williams Street | Apex 919.303.2400 | skippersfish.com TONY’S OYSTER BAR 107 Edinburgh Drive | Cary 919.462.6226 | tonysoysterbar.com

Steakhouse

CAPITAL CITY CHOP HOUSE 151 Airgate Drive | Morrisville 919.484.7721 | chophousesofnc.com JIMMY V’S STEAK HOUSE & TAVERN 107 Edinburgh S Drive | Cary 919.380.8210 | jimmyvssteakhouse.com

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Giving Back

Coming in November/December

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Midtown and Cary Living magazine pause to recognize philanthropy and giving within our community in regard to charitable organizations and the businesses that support them. Plus, our readers love to know where they can make an impact!

Giving Back allows nonproďŹ ts the opportunity to educate our 140,000 readers per magazine on their mission and volunteer programs, while attracting new donors in Wake County. Also, businesses can share why they are giving back and why their support will have a lasting impact on the community.

Space Closing: September 28 Materials Due: October 5

NEW AROUND TOWN

BY CINDY HUNTLEY

Local, family-run Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream has opened a second location for customers to enjoy its awardwinning ice cream flavors and sundaes. Whichever flavor you choose, your first scoop surely won’t be your last!

1008 Ryan Road, Cary andiasicecream.com

919.822.1866

Bonafide Bakeshop & Cafe

Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream

ANDIA’S EXPANDS TO SECOND LOCATION IN EAST CARY

KOG INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE OPENS IN APEX KOG Integrated Healthcare offers family medicine, general dentistry, psychiatric services and chiropractic care all under one roof. The office’s highly trained team is proud to serve the community and help patients feel better quickly, and can customize a treatment plan tailored to patients’ individual needs and preferences.

NEW CAFÉ AND BAKESHOP COMES TO DOWNTOWN APEX

1624 White Oak Church Road, Apex 984.229.9005

Beth Shugg

kogintegratedhealthcare.com

BRECOTEA BRINGS NEW ASIAN-STYLE BAKERY AND TEA HOUSE CONCEPT TO CARY At Brecotea, elegant ambiance combines with extraordinary taste and the finest craftsmanship. You’ll find a variety of desserts, crepes, ice cream, and sweet and savory pastries on the vast bakery menu, while the beverage menu includes every kind of tea imaginable.

1144 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary brecotea.com

Downtown Apex’s new Bonafide Bakeshop & Cafe is a blend of craveable Northern classics and good ol’ Southern comforts—all made from scratch. Bonafide believes in using quality ingredients in its menu items, which include sandwiches, salads, soups, housemade breads and rolls, pastries, cakes, pies and a variety of vegan offerings. The locally owned café also sources many of its offerings from the Triangle area, such as Cultivate Coffee Roasters from Fuquay-Varina, Tin Roof Teas and Carolina Kettle Chips from Raleigh, honey from Rocky River Bees in Chatham County, and Tribucha Kombucha from Cary.

1232 W. Williams Street, Apex bonafidebakeshop.com

919.372.5000

919.234.1555

WELCOME TO THE MAYTON Cary’s boutique hotel, The Mayton, is under new ownership and ready to welcome guests to its thoughtfully appointed guest rooms, meeting spaces and banquet facilities. Its on-site restaurant, Verandah, is also open for dining, with tables available both inside and on its outdoor terrace.

301 S. Academy Street, Cary themayton.com

919.670.5000

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EVENTS

Cary Downtown Farmers Market

Photos: Susan G. Komen North Carolina Triangle to the Coast

BY BRITTANY MURDOCK

Cary Downtown Farmers Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.—noon 135 W. Chatham Street, Cary The Cary Downtown Farmers Market is open and continues to serve the community. From produce and flowers to baked goods and pottery, the market offers something for everyone. caryfarmersmarket.com

Triangle Race for the Cure

September 12 The 24th annual Triangle Race for the Cure will be held in a virtual capacity this year with participants encouraged to #RaceWhereYouAre. Virtual programming will begin at 9 a.m. on the Komen NC Triangle to the Coast Facebook page (@KomenNCTriangletotheCoast).

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Holly Springs Farmers Market

Karen Swain NCMNS

Saturdays, 8 a.m.—noon through mid-October W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs Visit the Holly Springs Farmers Market outside the Holly Springs Cultural Center. Shop more than two dozen vendors with products including fresh produce, seafood, local honey, baked goods and more. hsfarmersmarket.com

Virtual Art Market

September 1—15 Stay home, tune in and buy art. Pop-Up Raleigh and Hopscotch Music Festival have joined forces to bring you a virtual art festival filled with live music streams, past Hopscotch performances, an Insta-art auction and an artist/maker market. popupraleigh.com 72 | caryliving.com

BugFest: A Virtual Infestation!

September 14—19 This year BugFest will go online. Join the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences as it interacts with entomologists from North Carolina and around the world to share information about the fascinating world of bugs. naturalsciences.org

Oktoberfest 4 Miler

September 19, 10:30 a.m.

Don your best lederhosen for a day of running.

The Oktoberfest 4 Miler, presented by Bond Brothers Beer Company, has gone virtual this year. Sign up and register online. nogrunclub.com/race-series

Virtual Guided Tour of the Gregg

September 17, October 22 and November 19 at 4 p.m.

Interact with the Gregg Museum of Art & Design in a whole new way. This virtual guided tour of the Gregg features current and previous exhibitions. gregg.arts.ncsu.edu/programs

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Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park

October 30, 4—7 p.m.

801 High House Road, Cary Dress in your favorite costume and join the Town of Cary for this special event. Bring your carved pumpkin from 4–5:30 p.m. and watch the pumpkins set sail across Bond Park Lake at twilight (approximately 6:30 p.m.). townofcary.org

World of Bluegrass

September 28—October 3 The most important week in bluegrass has gone virtual.

This year’s conference, showcases, awards and festival performances will be presented as an online experience September 28–October 3, with the possibility of extending event content beyond those dates.

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Caregivers Summit

October 22 Caring for a loved one can be challenging and, at times, overwhelming. Caregivers understand they have a job to do as a full-time member of their loved one’s care team.

Due to implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the fact that caregivers are caring for the most vulnerable population, a virtual Caregivers Summit has been scheduled for October 22. Preregistration is required. caregiverssummit.org

Cary’s Great Pumpkin Carve

October 24, 2 p.m.

Stop by the pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect pumpkin and carve it at one of the stations, or bring your own. Pumpkins will be lit for display and submitted for the “Cary’s Favorite Pumpkin” award. Stay for familyfriendly Halloween specials shown outdoors, including “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” townofcary.org

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KALEIDOSCOPE LIVING

A BAG OF ONIONS

OIL ON GESSOED PANEL 12 INCHES BY 12 INCHES

JJ JIANG JJ Jiang’s childhood was spent in China during the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution (1966–1976). During that era, drawing, writing and reading poetry kept him safe and sane, and shielded him from the chaotic world outside.

Drawing and painting became inseparable parts of Jiang’s life—and, he says, came to him naturally and at an early age. His drawing and painting experiences have helped shape his view of the world and himself, to a large degree.

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Jiang was trained as an architect and architectural historian, and he obtained professional degrees from both the U.S. and China. He practiced architecture and taught architectural design and history.

As a fine artist, Jiang draws inspiration from both his Eastern and Western cultural roots, as well as his inquisitive mind and inner poetry. He excels in drawing, watercolor and oil painting, while exploring subjects such as still life, landscape/cityscape, portrait and figure, Chinese calligraphy, and brush painting. His work has been widely exhibited and collected, and has won many awards.

Jiang currently lives in Cary, and is the founder and director of the Village Art Circle fine art gallery in the heart of downtown Cary. View more of his art at jjjiang.com.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST OF WESTERN WAKE! VOTE NOW AT caryliving.com

Submit your completed ballot online at caryliving.com, and be entered to win a one-night stay, including a three-course dinner and breakfast for two, at the Mayton Inn in downtown Cary.

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