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The road to world-class health care is filled with many twists and turns, so we decided to take the wheel to help guide FirstHealth along its path to becoming one of the nation’s top hospitals for cardiovascular care.

—The FirstHealth Heart Program’s Chief Perfusionist, David Christaldi and his wife, Pam.

Making a Difference Whether tinkering with his hobby of restoring classic automobiles or pursuing his life’s work of helping his practice repair the hearts of its driver’s seat. Twenty years ago, he and cardiac surgeon Dr. John Krahnert started the open-heart surgery program at Moore Regional Hospital.

Today, he serves on the Board of Trustees for the Hospital’s Foundation and has helped steer FirstHealth toward building one of the finest cardiac services facilities in the country—the new Heart Institute. His wife Pam, an adult nurse practitioner, is equally supportive of the Stepping Stones Campaign and is a strong advocate for the new Hospice House that will be located on the medical campus. Thanks to David and Pam’s guidance, we areXXdefinitely heading in the right direction—continued medical excellence. | PinehurstMagazine.com 002_017 ad pages.indd 1

You, too, can make a difference—today, tomorrow and for generations to come.

To learn more about the Stepping Stones Campaign, call the Foundation of FirstHealth at (910) 695-7500.

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January/February 2010 Sandhills Media Group, Inc. publisher/partner Gina Stephens Advertising Sales Sarah Oglesby Myra Gammon creative director Travis Aptt art director Heath Murray graphic design Jennifer Blue contributing writers Susan Ely • Robyn James • Dolores Muller Mark Elliott • Christa Gala David Droschak • Illyse Lane photography McKenzie Photography April Maness Photography

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publisher’s note

Happy New Year!

This is our annual Home of the Year issue.

Every year we partner with the Moore County Homebuilders Association to feature the winning homes in their home of the year competition. This year they’ve expanded to include Remodel of Year. Although it’s been a tough year in the home industry there are signs that better times are on the horizon.

We noticed many homeowners were interested in energy efficiency and green practices in 2009 as well as large living spaces, and floorplans that maximized views of water, golf courses and horse pastures. Sandhills builders worked hard to make these homes come together the end result was a lot of happy homeowners.

And on page 68 read “Fashion Forward Pay It Forward” we discovered that local boutique owners are making a difference in the local community paying it forward.

Finally, have you heard of the Pik N Pig? When we caught wind of this restaurantairport hot spot in Carthage, we sent one of our writers over to check it out. On page

50, find out the history behind this private airport and why locals and out-of-towners alike love to gather for smoked BBQ and a great view.

As always please keep your ideas coming, we love getting your ideas and hearing what you think is important. Your opinions matter, and we listen carefully

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54 Chef’s corner 62 calendar 78 book review 94 talk of the town 96 healthy living 98 firsthealth spotlight 102 sandhills sightings 106 financial advice

20 MCHBA HOME OF THE YEAR Check out award-winning homes from across

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Would you fly to Carthage for barbecue?

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Learn how boutique owners are making a

difference in our community 74 GOLF LOGOS MATTER Next time you look at the logo on your golf shirt,

remember all the work that goes into it and what

a difference it makes to the bottom line.

80 VALENTINE’S DAY SPLURGES Great gifts for under $250 88 WORKING LATER IN LIFE Take a glimpse into the lives of business

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The Best in

New Home Construction

It’s that time of year again; the Moore County Home Builders Association once again held its annual Home of the Year competition. In 2009, judges saw a lot of “green.” In fact, “green” is simply becoming synonymous with “efficiency” and “common sense.” Could “green” be the new status quo in the construction industry?

Local builders and designers always impress with architecture and floor plans, and this year was no exception.

Today’s homeowners want big front porches, open entries, walls of windows and ample garage space. And if a lot has a view —be it lake, golf course or horse pasture — homeowners want the view readily visible from the most number of rooms.

Expectations always yield challenges, but the professionals have a wonderful knack for plowing through, and the end result is always beautiful. Here, take a moment and browse this year’s winners; there are beauties from $250,000 to $1.5 million.

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Home of the Year

$1.1 million - $1.5 million Yates Hussey Construction Jim & Debbie Christner • 4089 heated square feet

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this beautiful French country home in seven Lakes’ Beacon ridge does a great job displaying tradition and formality in a relaxed setting. one challenge in the project was a descending rear slope which required tons of earth to be moved to accommodate an extensive rear patio for entertaining. interesting features of the home include a rustic sunroom with fireplace, three-car garage, giant mudroom and Velux sun tunnel solar tubes in the oversized pantry.

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Award of Excellence

$1.1 million - $1.5 million McLendon Hills Construction Ed and Louise Ashbridge • 4027 heated square feet

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this craftsman-style hillside home in McLendon hills is impressive with its two-tiered garage, holding six cars and featuring a lift in the lower portion. Designed by Donald gardner, both the main home and a detached guest cottage maximize views of the lake. an elevator and generator round out the “wow” features in this 4,000square-foot home.

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Call Carolyn! Carolyn Cares!

Judge’s Choice 125 Evergreen Court, Pine Grove Village, 3BR/2.5BA, bonus, loft, cul-de-sac $465,000

$1.1 million - $1.5 million Bolton Builders

1220 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines, 3BR/2BA on .97AC, close to base! $299,900

Stephen and Susan Auster • 5144 heated square feet

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Horse Farm, Rockingham, 4BR/4BA on almost 5AC, barn, fencing, pasture & 2 ponds. $389,900

Carolyn Ragone Real Estate, LLC One on One Classic Service

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Home of the Year

$875K - $1.1 million Blackman Builders, Inc. Doug and Robin Dacko • 5033 heated square feet

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one of the first things you see on approach to this home are the solid wood double front doors with beveled glass, not to mention a stately front porch of columns and stacked stone. in the rear, a phenomenal view of the golf course in the Forest creek country club is visible from a wall of windows across the back of the home. the interior of the home is just as impressive. not only did Blackman Builders outfit the home with low-e windows and a special screening film on all south-facing windows, but it also has many special touches such as Blackman’s signature rounded corners, seven-and-one-half-inch baseboards and custom-crafted glazed cabinetry. every closet as well as the pantry is outfitted with custom shelving and storage, making this a home that anticipates not only aesthetic issues but those of a practical nature as well.

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Award of Excellence

Judge’s Choice

$875K - $1.1 million Bowness Custom Homes Richard Pabst and Pamela Bradley 3933heated square feet

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this one-story home in ccnc qualified as a nc healthy Built home, which was fitting since the homeowners wanted to ensure their carbon footprint in building the home was as small as possible. Designed by stagaard & chao, this nearly 4,000-square-foot home has several unique living spaces, including a conservatory, hobby room, his-and-her studies and an attached gazebo as beautiful as the house itself.

$875K - $1.1 million Bowness Custom Homes Laura and Michael Lang • 4868 heated square feet

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this traditional home in the Forest creek golf club features large columns and a beautiful wrap-around porch. homeowner Laura Lang worked with Bowness custom homes to make it energy efficient, but each investment was carefully weighed so the cost vs. return made sense. the home has a conditioned crawl space and attic as well as a tankless hot water heater and foam insulation for the exterior walls. During the building process, Laura Lang got engaged. “We went from working with one person to a couple,” says alex Bowness. “We were the first to know — even before their parents! they were pretty much on track with each other so the building process was seamless.”

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Home of the Year

$775K - $875K Blackman Builders, Inc. John and Eleanor Vann • 5485 heated square feet

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although this brand-new one-and-a-half story home has all the amenities and energy - efficient technologies one could imagine, it also abounds with old-world touches—from the arched solid wood entry door with matching transoms to the intricate stained-glass pieces implemented in the pantry, dining room, living room and master bathroom. the home is located on a very large, level lot — a find in downtown Pinehurst — but there were challenges. at the front of the Vann’s lot is an endangered red-cockaded Woodpecker tree. Blackman Builders contacted the nc Fish and Wildlife Division to determine what the distance perimeters of the tree could be. Blackman ended up removing several old cedar trees to make the plan work, although this was determined not to have an adverse effect on the area as the tree removal would keep competing wildlife away. a spacious screened porch and a patio kitchen at the rear of the home, as well as a luxurious hot tub, make the outdoors as inviting as the interior of this beautiful home on Donald ross Drive.

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$775K - $875K Blackman Builders, Inc. Tom and Connie Korner • 5147 heated square feet

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if ever there was a “homestead,” this is it! Located in the grande Pines subdivision in Foxfire, this sprawling red farmhouse with white trim features a rocking chair front porch and efficient fiftyyear metal roof. Located on nearly 17 acres of land, a stunning twostory great room shows off a two-story natural river rock fireplace. two- and three-piece colonial crown molding is found in every room of the house. another special touch includes custom-welded wrought iron rustic banisters with the farm’s logo integrated into the design.

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one challenge on this project was that at the time of construction grande Pines did not have city water. although surrounding homeowners were installing wells, the results were disappointing. the development petitioned to be annexed into the town of Foxfire so city water would be available, but that took several months. Blackman Builders, inc. made do with large water tanks and had them refilled as needed throughout construction.

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Judge’s Choice

$775K - $875K Yates Hussey Construction, Inc. David and Barbara Nordloh • 3959 heated square feet

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PINEHURST Area Realty 910-295-5011 • 800-633-8576

2209 Midland Road • www.pinehurstarearealty.com

“Invest in a lifestyle steeped in tradition”

The Country Club of North Carolina

Home of the Year

Host site of the 2010 USGA Jr Girls (ccofnc.com)

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$650K - $775 Masters Properties, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Varner • 4038 heated square feet P-15 3BD 2.5BA 1.24ac golf front brick with pool www.p15linvilledrive.com

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ONE COMPANY…BUILDING & SELLING HOMES FOR OVER 35 YEARS.

this traditional two-story home backs up to the golf course at the Mid south golf club. this home has all the extras, including a three-car garage, built-in cabinetry in the study and great room, and a rich, coffered ceiling in the dining room. a covered back porch offers respite from the sun as well as a tranquil view of the greens. the master bath is a retreat as well with a whirlpool tub and rain shower big enough for two.

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Award of Excellence

$650K - $775K Stewart Construction & Development Co.

BUILDING ON TRADITION

Built by James Sessoms circa 1950s

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often tough to find, this home in West end is certified as a gold Level green home, built in accordance with the national association of home Builders’ green building guidelines. Located on six acres of certified Wildlife habitat, this home features solar panels for both potable hot water and for radiant heat in all three main-floor baths. each bedroom has a private bath, and this home also features three fireplaces — two inside and one outside on the home’s screened porch. at press time, this home was still for sale, listed at $699,000.

Built by W.J. “Toots” Sessoms Circa 1980s

Judge’s Choice

Built by Clay P. Sessoms 2008

$650K - $775K BVH Construction Services, Inc. Charles and Evelyn Ofosu • 5477 heated square feet

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Stagaard & Chao Architects P.L.L.C. $400K - $500K Rhetson Companies, Inc. Dave and Lynn Dunn • 2924 heated square feet

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Award of Excellence

$400K - $500K Bolton Builders, Inc. William Chadwick • 2373 heated square feet

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this 2,300-square-foot, mostly brick home was designed to be virtually maintenance free. the interior features granite, tile and hardwood in the kitchen as well as rich wood builtins in the living room. arched openings frame the doorways; the home also features other unique design elements such as columns and trey ceilings. a Dencor energy savings system was installed to save on electric bills.

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$400K - $500K Daniel Adams Construction Leroy and Shirley Nicholson • 2003 heated square feet

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Home of the Year

$250K - $350K Jarrett Deerwester Construction, Inc. Tracy and Kevin Capozoli • 3600 heated square feet

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Award of Excellence

$250K - $350K Brown & Son Construction Co. Jeff and Jai Bare • 3026 heated square feet

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Moore County Home Builders Association Spring Home & Garden Expo and Parade of Homes

Spring is only a few short weeks away and will be here before you know it. It’s time to visit the Moore County Spring Home & Garden Expo and Parade of Homes.

this year the expo will be held at the carolina hotel on carolina Vista Drive in Pinehurst. this historic resort is a perfect setting for the more than 60 exhibits and vendors presenting the show. From landscapers to kitchen and bath designers to builders, you won’t find a more comprehensive collection of building professionals in the sandhills under one roof. You’ll enjoy their displays, too, as they try their best to outdo one another. every one of them is eager to help you make your home project successful. You can also attend one of the daily instructional seminars for more information about green building, landscaping, lighting, and other topics.

You’ll also have the chance to see first hand the products and craftsmanship in new houses on our Parade of homes. this self-guided tour of new homes throughout Moore county brings to life the concepts of home building and remodeling. contractors, subcontractors and their suppliers have gone all out to make their properties and products as appealing to you as possible. it’s a unique opportunity everyone should take advantage of this spring. the spring home and garden expo is presented by the Moore county home Builders association and sponsored by Bill smith Ford. the event begins on Friday, March 5th at noon and runs through sunday, March 7. hours are Friday, 12:00 – 6:00 pm; saturday, 9:00 am- 5:00 pm; and sunday, 12:00 – 5:00 pm admission is $5.00 for unlimited attendance all three days of the expo and includes the Parade of homes as well. the Parade will be held the weekend of the expo and the following weekend, March 12th-14th. For more information, visit our website at www.mchba.com or call the Moore county home Builders association office at 10022 nc hwy. 211 in aberdeen, at (910) 944-2992. so head for the carolina hotel and find out why our theme is “it’s easy to be green.” it’s great way to get a jump on those spring projects and have an entertaining weekend at the same time. come and join us!

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Excellence In Remodeling 2009 Admit it. You’ve dreamed about it. We all have. You love your house, but you’d love it even more if it had (fill in your own blank here). In 2009, many homeowners in the Sandhills took the plunge — adding rooms, banishing galley kitchens and 70s paneling, and creating master bedrooms with sitting rooms and tour-worthy closets. Some threw caution to the wind and did the whole dang house.

So, kick back and browse these pages — the best remodeling projects in 2009. Look for ideas and inspiration.

Marvel at how local remodelers transform cottages and mansions alike to provide more space and amenities without losing the beautiful architectural touches unique to each home. After all, that’s the goal of a successful remodeler: a seamless transition between old and new.

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Remodel of the Year

Whole House Renovation, $200K - $300K Pinehurst Homes, Inc. Joyce White

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homeowner Joyce White bought this 1927 home on McDonald road because it reminded her of the home in which she grew up. Soon after purchase, a year-long renovation began. the home was previously used as servants quarters, so a front entry was added as well as a patio with arbor.

Interior walls were removed to upgrade the kitchen, baths and living areas. In doing so, repairs were required for the home’s structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

Located in the historic district, White wanted to preserve the historic integrity of the home. So all trim, hardware, doors and flooring were matched to the original. Also installed were low-e windows and additional wall and ceiling insulation for better efficiency. White says the finished product speaks for itself. In a letter to Pinehurst homes, she writes, “I have spent as much time as I possibly can enjoying this historic treasure.”

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Remodel of the Year

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Remodel of the Year

Whole House Renovation, $550K - $650K Bill Reaves Construction Co. Sam and JoAnn ryan

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In the beginning, this was a tired home. the ceilings were low, the kitchen small, the master bedroom non-existent and just about everything was dated. outside, windows and doors were old, roof lines lacked definition, and there was poor drainage. the finished product is, truly, a sprawling estate with walkways, courtyards and beautiful landscaping. Yates hussey construction added five new parts to the home: a kitchen addition with vaulted ceilings, eating area and service bar; a master bedroom suite, complete with cupola skylight and soundproof office; screened porch leading to horse pastures and barn; front entry and foyer; and an expanded and remodeled garage with a covered walkway leading to a rear entrance mudroom off the kitchen. Magnificent!

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Remodel of the Year

General Renovation, Over $200K Pinehurst Homes, Inc. Stewart and helen Probst Mills

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Most everyone knows about the “castle,” an historic home in Pinehurst that was built in the 1920s. not only does the sprawling home look like a castle, it’s built like one as well. Its original owner, terrified of fire, built the home mostly out of concrete, making it a veritable fortress.

In 2005, the old home was completely overhauled for its thenowner — a Japanese businessman wanted the home ready for the u.S. open that same year. In eight months, more than $1 million was spent to update and renovate this iconic home in Pinehurst; much of it had a strong Japanese design and influence. When the Mills family purchased the home, they wanted to return it to its original Southern splendor. Pinehurst homes obliged and renovated the master bedroom and bath and dining room. the servant’s quarters were turned into a nursery and the golf room a playroom. the home has been heralded for its custom cabinetry, limestone entrance and rich undertones. It is on the exclusive list of historical homes of Pinehurst Places to See.

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Remodel Award of Excellence

General Renovation, Over $200K Bowness Custom Homes Mrs. Janie Kelly

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After a medical emergency on the second floor, owner Janie Kelly needed a first-floor master bedroom in her 75-year-old home in Southern Pines.

And while Bowness was working on converting a former maid’s quarters for the new master, Kelly decided to update the 40-year-old kitchen and bring the laundry room up from the basement.

Although the project was filled with challenges — from replacing old plumbing and wiring to repairing floor joists — the end result is a brand-new kitchen with double ovens and buffet area and a new master bedroom and bath with space borrowed from other parts of the house for a generous walk-in closet. reconfiguring space also allowed for a new pantry and office for Kelly.

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Remodel of the Year

General Renovation, $120K - 200K Bowness Custom Homes Dr. Pat and nancy oakley

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Dr. Pat and nancy oakley owned their 80-year-old home on Midland road for twenty-five years before deciding it was time to make the master suite exactly what they wanted.

Working within the requirements of the Pinehurst historical commission, Bowness custom homes gave the oakleys a larger master bath with steam shower, whirlpool tub, separate vanities and a heated floor. A guest room and bathroom were also added as was a trellis over the exterior patio overlooking the golf course.

All projects come with surprises, and this winner was no exception — three floor joists were completely damaged and structurally dangerous, so new framing in the master bath was required. the previous bathroom had a cast iron tub, and both the oakleys and Bowness custom homes were grateful the problem was discovered before the old tub made its way through the damaged flooring. the oakleys love their new living spaces and look forward to many more years in their historic home.

Remodel Award of Excellence

General Renovation, $120K - 200K Brown & Son Construction Co. uwe Wischeropp and Suzanne Schultz

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Brown & Son construction co. added a large master suite and carolina room to this home in Vass. the project began by removing the roof and walls of the existing bedroom and gutting the old master bath. A new master bath and walk-in closet were added, as well as a large master suite. the owner later surprised his wife by adding a wood burning fireplace in the master bedroom. this project had its share of challenges, including cantilevered open web floor joists which had settled approximately two inches. they were jacked up, leveled and supported with new concrete block piers on concrete pads. electric was another challenge, as all of the recessed can lighting was brought from germany by the owners. Working together yielded a new space the homeowners love.

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Remodel Judge’s Choice

General Renovation, $120K - 200K Pinehurst Homes, Inc. Al and Sandy Logan

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remodeling projects are rarely easy, but this home presented some unusually interesting challenges for Pinehurst homes, Inc., particularly since the 1950s cottage had undergone two previous additions. Located in the historic district of Pinehurst, the renovation required demolishing interior walls, which led to problems with load-bearing structures. owners Al and Sandy Logan not only wanted updated mechanical and electrical features, but a completely remodeled kitchen and bathroom. Pinehurst homes, Inc. delivered and today the 1,500-square-foot cottage no longer features a galley kitchen, blue and pink bathrooms from the fifties or paneling from the seventies. homeowner Al Logan writes, “everyone who has seen the before-and-after pictures are amazingly impressed. We enjoy every minute we are there.”

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Remodel of the Year Carol Dowd, AIFD ~ Owner/Designer

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there’s something to be said for making an entrance. But this home’s entrance had major problems. First, it didn’t have a lot of pizzazz; second, it had a low roof overhang that made guests feel like they had to duck just to ring the doorbell.

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the homeowners wanted a simple structure that was inviting and more open. the solution was an arched roof extending nearly to the driveway that was quite tall so as not to appear cave-like. “the extremely low fascia board of the existing roof demanded that the entrance roof be another level,” says Alex Bowness. “the question became how to tie these two roof surfaces together and to manage the tight conditions and control the water flow from the valleys.”

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Exterior Renovation, $25K - $50K Bowness Custom Homes

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From the golf course, this home looked like one big roof. the homeowners hired Bowness custom homes to create a large covered porch with an open gable to allow for the beautiful view of the golf course and lake.

Bowness delivered by creating a welcoming porch with Asian flagstone, large supporting columns, cathedral ceilings and architectural detail. But it wasn’t easy. “the design issue of how to tie the new porch roof structure into the existing roof was problematic,” says Alex Bowness. “the porch ceiling had to be far above the existing overhang to be comfortable, but the porch roof ridge needed to be below the house ridge so the porch would not be visible from the front of the home.” careful planning ensured the end result: a welcoming outdoor entertainment area with tons of Southern charm.

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Remodel Award of Excellence

Exterior Renovation, $25K - $50K Bowness Custom Homes Dr. george and Moira Bussey

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A pesky leak made Dr. george and Moira Bussey decide to enclose their second-level deck and make a new living space. this job presented two big challenges for Bowness custom homes.

First, the deck posts weren’t sturdy enough to support a roof, so footings were poured outside the downstairs room and six-by-six structural posts were installed and bolted to the existing structure. that problem solved, Bowness then had to contend with roof issues. the existing multi-pitched roof changed directions six times in a 22-foot span. A mansard roof created the illusion of one continuous profile while also hiding an original flat roof. the Busseys no longer have leaks, and now they have the screened porch they’d been dreaming about.

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Remodel Judge’s Choice

Exterior Renovation, $25K - $50K Masters Properties, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. John hartman

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In just three weeks, the hartman home in Pinewild country club looked brand new once the cedar siding and boxing were removed. Masters Properties, Inc. also removed the existing decks and porch steps. new hardi color Plus siding was installed over tyvek insulating wrap, and new decks and a side porch were built with trex decking material. Proof positive that renovations can be short and sweet. the final result was a new exterior and a happy customer.

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Remodel of the Year

Additions, Over $40K Pinehurst Homes, Inc. John and Julie Moore

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this beautiful home in ccnc simply needed more space to accommodate its family of five.

A guest room with a private bath was added with an excellent view of the golf course, and a small bedroom expanded to include a closet. A home office was also added. as was an additional one-car garage.

Pinehurst homes credits architectural designer David nichols for a smooth transition from existing home to addition. “he designed an addition that flows unnoticeably to the eye from any exterior elevation. the addition looks like it has always been a part of the home.” A new front door was also added to bring in more light and provide a balance of scale for the new structure.

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RemodelAward of Excellene

Additions, Over $40K Pinehurst Homes, Inc. John and Sarah riley

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John and Sarah riley wanted more living space, but didn’t want to lose the charm of their 1940s home dubbed “the crescent Moon cottage.” In other words, the rileys, like so many others, wanted an addition that didn’t look like an addition.

Pinehurst homes, Inc. did an amazing job matching materials—from brick to stucco—and in the new great room added a fireplace, beadboard ceiling and architectural beams. An arbor was moved as well to create a gorgeous outdoor area directly off the new addition. the end result is seamless, giving the homeowners more space while preserving every bit of the charm of the original structure.

Remodel of the Year

Kitchens, Over $30K Bill Reaves Construction Co. terry and Amy hill

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terry and Amy hill had a problem that might sound familiar to a lot of us. the kitchen in their home at Seven Lakes north was both too small and lacked storage space. Bill reaves construction remodeled the entire space, incorporating into the design an existing screened porch. the result is a bigger footprint with much more space and storage without the expense of an addition. the flat ceilings of the screened porch were remade into higher cathedral ceilings. new cabinets, countertops, lighting and fixtures bring this late 70s home into the 21st century.

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Pig will fly for

By Christa Gala

As a writer, I’m always hunting for story ideas. When my friend Denny Mercer told me about a combination airport and restaurant in Carthage that served some of the best pulled pork around, I was interested. When I pressed him for details, he said, “I’ll do you one better; I’ll fly you to the Pik N Pig.” Mercer, 79, has the energy of a man at least twenty years younger.

He lives on a private airstrip in Apex, NC (near my home) and flies his RV-7 nearly every day. We sat shoulder to shoulder, the engine roaring, and I wondered aloud how he could see out the windshield, which seemed to me way above eye level. “I mostly look out the sides,” he yelled. Alrighty, then.

Bags of flour The fifteen-minute flight was beautiful, even though my stomach, which can barely withstand the carousel at Tweetsie Railroad, begged to differ. Mercer landed the plane gracefully. Roland Gilliam, owner of Gilliam-McConnell Airfield (home of the Pik N Pig), came to greet us. As we sat down to lunch, I learned Gilliam, 69, and Mercer had a lot in common. Both started flying at age 16. I listened to their tales as I bit into a smoked pork sandwich doused with sauce, washing it down with an icy Diet Coke. My stomach and I slowly patched things up.

Gilliam has lived in Carthage for more than thirty years, working as a builder and developer. In 1990, he decided to build the airport. “I’d wanted to build an airport since I was a kid,” says Gilliam, who grew up in Virginia Beach, VA. “When I started school in 1946, right outside my window for three years — first, second and third grade — was the Oceana Naval Air Station, and I sat there and watched everything the Navy had.” He promised himself that one day

he’d learn to fly.

Years later, having done that, Gilliam decided he wanted a place to land as well. His wife and two daughters thought he was crazy when he told them his plan. He bought 120 acres in Carthage and marked out the runway himself. “It was nothing but a real thick forest,” says Gilliam. “I made me up some flour bags and came over and dropped them from my plane and then went out in the woods and found them.” Gilliam moved 120,000 yards of dirt to flatten the landscape for his runway.

By 1994 he’d paved the runway, and his private airport was open. Over the years, he’s sold a few lots to fellow airplane enthusiasts. Of his original 120 acres, Gilliam has about 85 left. He’s custom-built six homes and would love to build more.

The airport was pretty quiet until about three years ago when the Pik N Pig restaurant took up residence.

“I knew it would work because you couldn’t find a place to go eat,” says Gilliam. “When pilots fly in on the weekend, there’s barely enough space out here to park. The locals love the place too, so it’s just busy all the time.

It gets so crowded here sometimes you have to wait.”

Local support is the key to a successful airport restaurant. “Generally speaking, a fly-in restaurant will not be successful if you don’t have local support because when it’s raining for a week no one will fly in. You can’t survive,” Gilliam says. “As Denny knows, there are not many places you can fly in and sit down and eat.”

Mercer agrees: “We were always looking for a place. Before here, we would go to Staunton BBQ about 70 nautical miles from home and then sometimes to Martinsville, Virginia.”

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Choosing a name…

Roland Gilliam named his airport the Gilliam-McConnell Airfield in memory of James Rogers McConnell, one of the original seven founders of WWI’s Lafayette Escadrille. McConnell, from Carthage, has three monuments in town dedicated to his memory. He was one of the first fighter pilots and the last one killed (1917) before the U.S. entered the war.

A mish-mash of buildings The buildings that house the Pik N Pig are a mishmash of historical and not-so-historical significance.

Because of the cost involved, Gilliam opted to move buildings rather than start from scratch. The Pik N Pig is comprised of the old downtown Carthage Post Office, dating from 1934. You’ll pay your bill where past generations likely bought stamps.

The main dining room and gift shop used to be the business center at Sandhills Community College. The structure dates back to the sixties or seventies; the low, popcorn ceilings give away its age. Gilliam bought the building for a buck, and then paid $25,000 to move it to the airstrip. He added some stained-wood molding around the ceilings, and the room blends quite well with the old post office.

Another small dining room with quaint brick floors and attached restrooms was built new, as was the kitchen. The restaurant space is leased by the Pik N Pig owners; Gilliam has nothing to do with its operation. “That’s the way I want it,” he laughs.

Part of the building that houses hte Pik N Pig is an historic post office from downtown Carthage.

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In the hangar Some Saturdays, Roland Gilliam brings out one of his own planes to show off to customers at the Pik N Pig: a 1917 SE5A World War I British Fighter Replica. In addition to the mounted machine gun and gleaming wood propeller, the plane also has celebrity status. It was used in the 2004 film The Aviator, which depicts the life of Howard Hughes, played by Leonardo DiCaprio. The film won five Academy Awards.

Even more impressive, Leonardo DiCaprio sat in the cockpit. That tidbit is always a hit with the ladies.

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Leasing helps pay bills

The Pik N Pig’s barbeque is smoked on site in this smokehouse.

If you go to the Pik N Pig, be sure to take a gander at the big outdoor smoke house where the pigs are cooked. The day Mercer and I flew in, there was light air traffic, four planes lined up next to ours, but the restaurant—with indoor and outdoor seating—was nearly filled.

“Our best Saturday so far has been 53 airplanes on the ground at one time,” says Gilliam. “The average, on a good day, is 25 to 40.

I had one guy fly in a few months ago from Cincinnati just to eat.”

That trip would’ve taken more than two hours in Mercer’s plane. I silently thanked God we weren’t from Cincinnati.

Gilliam gave Mercer and me a tour of his air hangars, which he rents as plane storage to other aviators. Selling home lots and leasing the restaurant and hangar spaces help Gilliam pay the taxes on his dream. He doesn’t charge a landing fee. “The airport doesn’t make me any money,” Gilliam says. “I’ll never get back what I’ve got in that runway.” Mercer smiles: “You don’t build an airport to get rich.”

As we were leaving, Mercer greeted two young men eating outside. In their late twenties, they’d flown from Monroe, NC, a twenty-five minute flight. In no time Mercer was knee-deep in conversation about what to do if you got in trouble in-flight. I tried not to listen.

Soon, the men bid us a safe flight, and it was time to go. On the way back, Mercer rolled the plane, and I shrieked like the girl that I am, pleading with my stomach to get out of the back of my throat. I prayed pretty hard after that: “Please, God, don’t let me throw up in my friend’s plane.”

It was close, but I didn’t. Now that’s what I call a happy ending.

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chef’s corner

Savory Pastry:

The Cornish Pasty

Being from England and a chef, I have been at the end of many a culinary quip, about my culture’s legacy, and contribution to the culinary world; often times the adjectives bland, overcooked and stodgy are used to describe our gastronomic contribution to the world. And I smile…

Raised in the southwest of England the Cornish pasty is the ultimate fast food. I have stood in line to eat some of the finest pasties the Southwest bakers have to offer. The Cornish pasty is basically a semi-circular short crust pastry heavily crimped on the folded edge and filled with beef, potato, onion, turnip or swede (rutabaga)well seasoned and baked slowly so the flavors develop.

The Cornish pasty has many possible origins and is steeped in lore with a long history that dates back numerous centuries. The more modern origin of this culinary gem, in terms of a few hundred years, is that the pasty was the food of farmers and tin minors; known as the poor man’s lunch. The Cornish pasty was the perfect shape for carrying to work the pastry protected the filling from the elements and kept the food moist and wholesome. Whilst the worker ate, the crimped edge was used as a handle.

This allowed him to eat only the filling, and the pastry would be discarded.

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cornish pasties For the pastry (by weight)

For the filling

1

lb flour, plus extra for rolling

12 oz (1/4 inch) diced beef, (chuck steak, flank steak skirt steak);

4

oz butter

4

oz lard

do not use stew meat

1/3 to 1/2 cup cold water 1

1

onion, diced

2

potatoes, finely sliced about 1 inch across

pinch salt

1

cup rutabaga, finely diced

egg, beaten

1

tsp Lea & Perrins Worchestershire Sauce

1

tbsp black pepper ground

Method Using you fingertips, rub in the butter and lard with the flour and

Method

salt until the flour starts to crumb. Blend in the water to form the

Preheat the oven to 375. Mix all of the filling in a large bowl and sea-

dough.Place the dough on a floured surface and kneed the dough un-

son. Roll out each pastry ball to about 8 or 9 inches. Divide and place

til a smooth ball forms. Cut into four even pieces and form into balls,

the filling in the center of the 4 disks and brush the edge of each disk

chill for about 30 minutes.

with egg. Carefully bring the 2 sides together and crimp or pinch the edge to form a seal. Place on a greased or lined baking sheet and brush the pasties with the remaining egg. Place the pasties in the oven and turn oven down to 350. Bake for about 50 minutes. Cool a little and enjoy hot or cold (room temperature) – that is just like our beer!

events January 23rd (Saturday) Free Wine Event 12-4 Claret - Come and taste the Blend that started it all, the Bordeaux Blend.

January 23rd (Saturday) Free Cooking Class One Dish Meal to Warm Your Heart This is a preview to the Pies & Tarts cooking class, so if you have any interest in that class come and get a closer idea of what to expect.

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January 29th (Friday) 5:30 Untapped - England verus America - a Beer Revolution Come and taste the region that started it all. England has influenced beer the way France has wine. Three traditional English styles versus its American counter parts.

February 11th (Thursday) 5:30 Cooking Class Pies & Tarts $60 Both sweet and savory.

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C ALENDAR

january/february 2010

PINE NEEDLES-MID PINES PARENT-CHILD GOLF TOURNAMENT

calis. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910) 692-6261.

Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines. (910) 692-3611.

January 1-3 - Parents and children of all ages are welcome to experience the thrill of tournament golf. Tournament entry fee for two days of competition on Donald Ross courses.

For more information please call Pine Needles at (910) 692-8611.

NC POETRY SOCIETY January 16 - 1pm. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910) 692-6261.

MARY WAYNE WATSON, PHD, LECTURES ON SCOTTISH CUSTOMS & CULTURE OF THE SANDHILLS

SPECIAL FORCES TRAINING LECTURE January 7 - MSG Davis of the Special Forces will be discussing present-day Special Forces training. His wife, Lauren, will be joining him to share and answer questions from the perspective of the wives. This is free and open to the public and is at 3:30pm at the Given Memorial Library.

ART EXHIBIT & OPENING RECEPTION January 8 - 6-8pm. Karen Schnell-Chisholm, Paintings. Exhibit on display through January 29 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm and Saturday, January 16, 2-4pm). Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines.

(910) 692-2787.

THE MET AT THE SUNRISE DER ROSENKAVALIER January 9 - 1pm. Strauss’s comic masterpiece of love and intrigue in 18th-century Vienna stars Renée Fleming as the aristocratic Marschallin and Susan Graham in the trouser role of her young lover. Music Director James Levine conducts a cast that also includes Kristinn Sigmundsson and Thomas Allen. Tickets for Live In HD will go on sale to the general public on September 8 at 10am. These tickets will be available at the Sunrise Office and online. The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines. www.sunrisetheater.com.

DANCING WITH THE SANDHILL STARS January 9 - 6pm. Pine Needles Hospitality Center. $125 per person. Benefit: Communities in Schools of Moore County and Moore Buddies.

WEYMOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES January 10 - 3pm. Featuring Aurora Musi-

THE MET AT THE SUNRISE CARMEN January 16 - 1pm. One of the most popular operas of all time, Carmen “is about sex, violence, and racism—and its corollary: freedom,” says Olivier Award-winning director Richard Eyre about his new production of Bizet’s drama. “It is one of the inalienably great works of art. It’s sexy, in every sense.

And I think it should be shocking.” Angela Gheorghiu plays the seductive gypsy of the title in her role debut, opposite Roberto Alagna as the obsessed Don José. Tickets for Live In HD will go on sale to the general public on September 8 at 10am. These tickets will be available at the Sunrise Office and online.

The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines. www.sunrisetheater.com

PINALIA HOLLY WINTER DINNER January 22 - 7pm. Dine with authentic china and silver from the Grand Opening of the Holly Inn in 1895. Menu to be created from early menus of the inn by Laurie Rich.

Berceau, Home of Lucille and Jim Buck.

60 Linden Road. Benefit: Given Memorial Library and Tufts Archives. $125 per person.

THE PIPE OPENER I DRESSAGE AND COMBINED TEST January 23 - NCDCTA recognized. Carolina Horse Park, just off Hwy 211, between Aberdeen and Raeford. (910) 875-2074. www.carolinahorsepark.com

SUNEVENT AT THE SUNRISE – RAISING THE ROOF 9 January 23 - 7:30pm. Our ninth year of this popular concert which showcases a variety of regional talent. It is an evening comprised of an amazing array of talent. In the past we have featured the unforgettable Jimmy “Handyman” Jones, Bland Simpson, Craig Fuller and Pure Prairie League, just to name a few. A sell out every year - this is the most popular ensemble concert around. Sunrise

Mary Wayne Watson, PHD., a lecturer, writer, and English professor at Nash Community College, will present a program on the Scottish culture and customs of the Sandhills, free to the public, on January 24 at 2 pm at First Baptist Church, 200 E. New York Ave., Southern Pines. For more details, call (910) 692-2051, weekdays between 1 and 4pm.

NC SYMPHONY CONCERT A NIGHT IN OLD (AND NEW) VIENNA January 28 - 8pm. William Henry Curry, Resident Conductor. Program includes J. Strauss Jr., Schoenberg, and Schubert. Pinecrest High School Auditorium, Southern Pines. For tickets and additional information, call the NC Symphony Box Office at (877) 627-6724.

MORGAN SILLS PRESENTING OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN’S LYRICS Manhattan cabaret and concert entertainer, writer, actor, and producer, Morgan Sills is presenting a program of Broadway legend Oscar Hammerstein’s lyrics at Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines, on January 30. For ticket and other information, call Weymouth Center between 10am and 2:30pm weekdays, at (910) 692-6261.

HANDLING/JUDGING DOGS LECTURE February 4 - Bob and Jane Forsyth will be speaking about their four decades handling dogs and judging dogs. This is free and open to the public at 3:30pm, at the Given Memorial Library.

O’NEAL’S SPECIAL PREVIEW TO ANNUAL AUCTION February 5 - Fair Barn – 9am - Noon. Bidding starts at this event. If you have purchased an auction ticket – entry to this event is free.

If you do not plan to purchase an auction ticket – entry fee is $20/person. Contact: Lynn Melton (910) 692-6920 ext. 104 or email: lmelton@onealschool.org.

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February 5 - 6-8pm. Harry Neely, Paintings.

Exhibit to run for entire month, call for schedule. Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910) 692-2787.

February 12-14 - The format is a Two-Man Team 36-Hole Better Ball format played on the famous Donald Ross designed course.

Mid Pines Inn and Golf Club, 1010 Midland Road, Southern Pines. (910) 692-2114.

THE MET AT THE SUNRISE SIMON BOCCANEGRA February 6 - 1pm. Four decades into a legendary Met career, tenor Plácido Domingo makes history singing the title role in Verdi’s gripping political thriller, which is written for a baritone. Adrianne Pieczonka, Marcello Giordani, and James Morris are his co-stars in this moving and tragic story of a father and his lost daughter. James Levine conducts. Tickets for Live In HD will go on sale to the general public on September 8 at 10am. These tickets will be available at the Sunrise Office and online.

The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines. www.sunrisetheater.com

O’NEAL’S 39TH ANNUAL AUCTION “REACHING FOR THE STARS” February 6 – Fair Barn – Pinehurst. Tickets - $100 each. Contact: Lynn Melton (910) 692-6920 ext.

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LONGSTREET CHURCH & CEMETERY DAY TOUR

February 10 - Day Tour by Car Caravan, leaves from the Shaw House at 9am and returns at 1pm. Cost for MCHA members $10 per person, non-members $15 per person. Longstreet Presbyterian Church is located in the Fort Bragg military reservation on Longstreet Road near the Sicily Drop Zone. The church was organized by Highland Scots around 1756, and the white clapboard building, which is maintained in its original condition, was erected around 1845. Some historical accounts refer to Longstreet as the “mother” of Presbyterian churches in the area. Shaw House, Morganton Road and SW Broad Street, Southern Pines. (910) 692-2051.

MOORE ON STAGE - “OKLAHOMA!”

February 10-14 - Wednesday-Friday at 7:30pm, Saturday & Sunday at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $20/adult, $12/students (18 and under). Robert E. Lee Auditorium, Pinecrest High School, Southern Pines. For additional information please visit www. mooreonstage.com.

HEART ‘N SOUL OF JAZZ WEEKEND February 12-13 - 8pm. Pinehurst Resort and the Arts Council of Moore County proudly announce that jazz stars Tierney Sutton and Harry Allen will return to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Heart ‘n Soul of Jazz. The twoday Valentine’s weekend event will take place on Pinehurst’s Cardinal Ballroom stage, a longstanding benefit of the Arts Council and its year-round programs. Individual concert tickets are now on sale at $65 per person or $110 for both nights, including entrance to the post-concert dessert reception. Cardinal Ballroom, Pinehurst Resort, Carolina Vista, Pinehurst. For tickets and information, call Pinehurst Resort at (800) 487-4653 or visit www.pinehurstmedia.com

MARDI GRAS Pope John Paul II is hosting its second annual Mardi Gras event at CCNC on February 13 at 6:00pm. The event will feature casino gaming, a $10,000 raffle, live and silent auction, heavy hor d’ouerves and a cash bar. Tickets are $50.00 each with proceeds going towards increasing technology in the classrooms, educational development and scholarships. Call (910) 692-6241 or visit www.jp2catholicschool. org to purchase raffle tickets or Mardi Gras event tickets. Dress is cocktail attire.

NC SYMPHONY CONCERT BACH AND BRAHMS February 18 - 8pm. Featuring Grant Llewellyn, Music Director, and Lynn Harrell, cello.

Program: Bach, Shostakovich and Brahms.

Pinecrest High School Auditorium, Southern Pines. For tickets and additional information, call the NC Symphony Box Office at (877) 627-6724.

SEAGROVE WINTERFEST February 20-21 - Freshly stocked shelves of pottery await you after the busy holiday season. Several potters will debut new shapes and colors of their works. Participating Sea-

grove pottery shops. For more information email ncpottery122@embarqmail.com or call (336) 873-7887.

CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES February 22 - 8pm. The New Century Saxophone Quartet is a pioneering and versatile group, winning enthusiasm for the saxophone quartet as a chamber music ensemble. Though the saxophone is a relatively new instrument (invented in the mid-1800s), New Century’s repertoire ranges from the Baroque to innovative contemporary works to imaginative transcriptions. Sunrise Theater, Broad Street, Southern Pines. To subscribe or for additional information, please call (910) 692-4356.

RUTH PAULY LECTURE SERIES February 23 - 7:30pm. Travel back in time to the Civil War era with a first-person presentation by award-winning Lincoln re-enactor Jim Gerry called “An Evening with Abraham Lincoln”. Talks are free and open to the public.

No tickets are required. Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College, Airport Road, Southern Pines. (910) 245-3132.

SPELLING BEE FOR LITERACY February 25 - 7pm. An evening of light-hearted competition to benefit Moore County Literacy Council. Three-member teams compete for Best Spelling Team trophy, Best Team Costumes, and Most Team Spirit. Entry fee: $600 per team. Admission to audience: FREE, but donations are welcome! Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College.

For more information contact the Moore County Literacy Council at (910) 692-5954.

SIXTH ANNUAL SPELLING BEE FOR LITERACY February 26 - 7pm. Owen Auditorium on the Sandhills Community College Campus.

Admission - Free. Donations Encouraged.

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Pay It Forward

By Illyse Lane

Thanks to the smart, fashion savvy boutique owners of the Sandhills, there’s no excuse for not being well dressed. Whether you’re starring with a dreamy-eyed gaze at the incredible coat sitting in the window, captivated by the fabulous dress that would be perfect for the big night out or contemplating those jeans that would absolutely make your thighs look thinner, when it comes to fashion, there’s a wealth of choices in this area.

But what you may not know is that the women who work behind those enticing boutique windows use their fashion forward sense to pay it forward. We had the chance to catch up with the owners and found that although they sell different jeans, purses and shoes, they share a passion for helping their community.

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Find Your Inspiration Claudia Miller of Morgan Miller knew that the winter months were popular for food drives. But it wasn’t until one summer, when she received an email from the Sandhills/Moore Coalition for Human Care stating the pantry was low, that she learned the summer months are the forgotten months for those that are hungry.

“There are so many wonderful causes, and I have been fortunate enough as a business owner to help in a variety of ways. But I couldn’t imagine being in a situation where I could not feed my children,” says Miller.

Founded by a group of churches in 1986, the Coalition provides basics such as clothing and food for Moore County families in need. What began as a peanut butter and jelly drive has evolved into a more expansive food drive. “We asked our customers to bring in enough food to fill a brown bag, and when they did, they were entered to win a $100 gift certificate,” says Miller.

Miller is quick to downplay her effort, crediting her inspiration to a passage in the bible, Matthew 25:31, that speaks to the fact that as disciples, we are required to feed the hungry, clothe the poor and visit the sick. “We are supposed to feed the hungry and help those less fortunate,” says Miller.

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Women Helping Women While Miller has found her inspiration through a Bible verse, Barbara Bishop and Robin Bishop of CoolSweats and Lucia Odom of Monkee’s of the Pines have been inspired by the women surrounding them.

Barbara and her daughter-in-law and business partner, Robin, have helped to clothe both homeless women and women who are victims of domestic violence. “There are many great organizations to get involved with, but this particular cause has personally touched us,” says Barbara. “I have a daughter, daughter-in-law and a granddaughter and I can’t imagine them living on the streets or being abused.”

By donating clothes to various battered women’s shelters throughout the state, both Barbara and Robin hope to provide these women in need with basics that will help make their lives a little easier. “Many of these ladies who take their families and leave their husbands leave with only the clothes on their back,” says Robin. “If we can offer the women everyday clothing, it’s one less thing they have to worry about.”

While Lucia Odom has consistently held coat drives for Goodwill and shoe drives for Soles4Shoes, organizing a recent fundraiser to support Susan B. Komen and breast cancer research was particularly close to her heart.

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Lucia Odom of Monkee’s of the Pines “This was especially important, for breast cancer has touched the lives of women that I work with; women that we all care about,” says Odom. “I have an employee whose mother is a breast cancer survivor and the owner of the Monkee’s of Fredericksburg is currently undergoing treatment.”

Odom’s shop worked with the other Monkee’s shops to sell t-shirts and bumper stickers to raise funds and collect donations, with a goal to donate as a whole. “It felt good to have Monkee’s as a whole join together and do something for a good cause,” says Odom.

Helping Man’s Best Friend If the words Gucci and Louis make visions of beautiful leather handbags run through your head, it’s time to adjust your thinking. For in this case, Gucci and Louis are the two Maltese pups belonging to Kelly Ward of The Clothes Horse.

As a dedicated dog owner, Ward is most moved by the Moore Humane Society. And they have had Ward’s support for nearly 10 years. “Although there are many deserving causes, I wanted to focus on doing something to help the animals,” says Ward.

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The not-for-profit animal shelter, whose mission is to end euthanasia as a means of controlling pet overpopulation, relies entirely on donations. And in stressful times, the need increases as resources are stretched.

Unfortunately, it is not uncomon for our four legged friends to be turned in by their owners or just abandoned when economic challenges surface.

Over the years, Ward has assisted the Humane Society through various efforts, including offering the popular Winner’s Circle card to customers. “When a customer makes a donation of $20 to the Humane Society, they in turn receive a 20% discount each month throughout the year off of one regular priced item,” says Ward.

Gucci and Louis are not the only dogs in the Sandhills fortunate enough to spend their days surrounded by beautiful clothes, fabulous accessories and good company. If you stop

by Eve Avery Ladies Boutique, you are sure to bump into Tooney, owner Eve Avery’s Peek-A-Pom, a Pomeranian and Pekingese mix.

While there are certain organizations that Avery gives to year after year, such as the Miss Moore County Scholarship Pageant and the Prancing Horse Center, she is also very committed to helping both the Humane Society and the Companion Animal Clinic of the Sandhills Foundation (CAC), which helps provide affordable spay/neuter services throughout the area.

“Anything related to animals touches me personally,” says Avery. “If you‘ve been in my store you’ve met Tooney, and you know how much I love animals.” As a matter of fact, Avery has often said that all of her children are four-legged and hairy.

The Role of Caregiver Avery’s motivation for giving back stems from being the oldest child in her large family. “I have always taken care of people. When I was growing up, it was my siblings, and now it is my clients,” says Avery. “I always want to help.”

Part of being a caregiver is demonstrating an unyielding willingness to give up your time for others in need. For Sherry Mortenson of The Faded Rose, this means dedicating many mornings before her shop opens and many evenings after it closes taking the time to feed colonies of feral cats.

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Her role as caregiver developed years ago, when along with two friends, she launched the Feral Friends of the Sandhills.

“While there seemed to be many areas to support socialized dogs and cats, no one seemed to be advocating the plight of the feral cat,” says Mortenson.

The mission of Feral Friends is threefold: Stop the killing of cats, advocate for their human care and reduce the number of strays and the overpopulation in Moore County.

This is accomplished through the Trap, Neuter, Return program, where the cats are humanely trapped, sterilized, vaccinated, eartipped for identification by the CAC, and then returned to the colony.

For the past two years on National Feral Cat Day, Mortenson’s shop has held a Bag Ladies Lunch, where new and gently used handbags are auctioned off. This year, she raised over $5000.

In addition to taking the time to feed the feral cats, whose colonies exist in undisclosed locations, Mortenson devotes her spare time to educating the community about feral cats and personally assisting in their trappings. “Through no fault of their own, these feral cats are living alone,” says Mortenson. “All animals are God’s creatures and deserve the right to life.”

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Being Proactive A purse drive. A clothing drive. A coat drive. A food drive. If it involves collecting and donating items to the Sandhills/Moore Coalition for Human Care, you’ll find Kara Hodges, of Denker’s Ladies Clothing & Accessories coming up with creative ways to participate. “We want to help at the local level,” says Hodges. “We like to give a lot and make sure it goes back into the community.

Hodges of is not one to wait for opportunities to come to her. She seeks them out. So it comes as no surprise that throughout the year, Hodges will touch base with the Coalition to find out what the greatest needs are. Depending on the response, she’ll ask her customers to bring in the proper items. Over the years, the store has donated gently worn coats, as well as blankets, cans of food and purses. In return, Hodges’ customers receive a discount toward new items.

“We recognize that we’re fortunate, and because of this, we want to support our community,” says Hodges. “We want to help people who need more.”

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Giving Back Feels Good Hodges’ sentiment is shared by all of the boutique owners we spoke with, who as a group feel passionately about giving back to those in need. “We feel it is essential to give back,” says Robin Bishop. “It’s not an option not to.”

“Everyone gets wrapped up in the details of life, but the best thing you can do is to give back to those less fortunate. There are always small things you can do,” says Odom.

So next time you do a little shopping around the Sandhills, keep in mind that you are supporting a business that supports your community. Whether it’s feeding the hungry, clothing the needy, or helping animals, these boutique owners have figured out it feels good to give back. For them, it’s the only way to do business!

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Creative Minds at Work

Long before you set foot on Pinehurst No. 2 for U.S. Open Championship play in 2014, the singular marketing message you’ll see in print and TV ads, on countless pieces of apparel and every “Welcome to Moore County” sign will have received as much scrutiny as Sunday pin placements.

In fact, Pinehurst Resort and USGA officials have been working behind closed doors on the logos for the upcoming U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open since Pinehurst was awarded the dynamic duo of golf more than six months ago.

And the creative lock-down is occurring despite the two championships sitting well off in the golfing horizon.

Why all the fuss over a graphic design? Simple, a logo is the single most important and powerful marketing tool in the golf business – aside from the golf course itself.

At the 1999 U.S. Open, Pinehurst sold more than $20 million worth of merchandise with its unique “Golf Lad” logo design, which at the time was regarded as the most successful Open logo, and a retail sales bonanza.

By David Droschak

Officials in the resort or semi-private golf business in the Sandhills agree that a unique or creative logo can send an influential message to golfers that result in repeat business and mega pro shop sales.

So, what makes a good golf logo? It’s a lot more complicated than you might imagine, and can cost courses as much as $30,000 if they’re starting from scratch.

“It’s the one thing that sets your product apart from everybody else,” said Marvin Waters, the director of golf at Little River Golf & Resort just north of Pinehurst. “You can buy shirts and sweaters and stuff anywhere, but if you have a distinctive logo it makes all the difference in the world. It makes people want what you have to offer that much more.”

“First and foremost a logo has to represent the facility and be something that looks good on all applications,” adds Stephen Cryan, director of retail at Pinehurst Resort. “Sometimes things are designed to go on paper, but when that application needs to be on apparel or on striped shirts it has to have a lot of flexibility. It needs to be clean, not too busy and telling the right story, but not trying to tell too much of the story.”

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Strantz. When True Blue along the coast of South Carolina didn’t care much for the deer skull, it was offered to the owners of Tobacco Road, which is located about 25 minutes north of Pinehurst.

“Mike was building True Blue and he found the skull on the grounds,” said Tobacco Road director of golf Joe Gay. “Mike was an artist and he liked to draw logos, and he had a fixation with bones, so that deer skull was right up his alley. When he was drawing True Blue’s logo he incorporated this deer skull into it and the owners there didn’t like it. Well, one of our owner’s father had a hunting cabin out here at Tobacco Road and they would have clam bakes and hunt deer on this property, so when the owners were flipping through Mike’s sketches trying to get some ideas for a logo they saw this True Blue logo and said, ‘We want that one, it’s cool.’

“We sell a bunch of stuff in our pro shop … and a large part of it is that logo,” Gay said.

There are also times when a new logo is in order, or one for special occasions. In 2009, National Golf Club added a 20-year anniversary script to the bottom of its present lion within a shield logo to celebrate the occasion.

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Cryan came to Pinehurst after a decade at Pebble Beach and was given the task of designing the 1999 U.S. Open logo. He scoured archives trying to find something to symbolize the resort and came across a 1906 Pinehurst ad that featured a golf lad walking into a train station with golf clubs and a suitcase.

The Golf Lad was actually the forerunner to the unique Putter Boy logo that was created for Pinehurst in 1912 and is one of the most recognizable symbols in all of golf.

“We’re fortunate here at Pinehurst to have a logo icon in the Putter Boy,” Cryan said. “So, when anyone sees that they know exactly what it is and exactly where that person has been. I would say there are just a handful of logos in the golf world that are so identifiable. You’ve got Pinehurst and you’ve got Augusta with the United States and the flag, and Pebble Beach with its lone tree. These are iconic logos within the golf world. That Putter Boy logo is the symbol and trademark of Pinehurst and we protect it, we are very cautious with what we put it on. We want it to look a certain way because it is what we stand for.”

Some successful logos are created after hundreds of hours of brainstorming, while other designs come quickly, and still others are just pure luck.

For instance, take Tobacco Road’s ultraprofitable deer skull and tobacco leaf logo, which actually was a reject from another golf course designed by the late Mike

“Our members really liked the idea,” said National golf director Tom Parsons. “We had it on our letterhead, on our merchandise, we had it on our marketing book we did. They really thought it was unique. We thought the importance of celebrating 20 years of a Jack Nicklaus course was substantial.”

And after the two U.S. Opens at Pinehurst, Cryan created a symbol of the Golf Lad for the famed No. 2 course, which had gone 100 years without a separate logo.

And then there is Little River, which had four different logos when Waters arrived five years ago. He hired a firm in Chicago and one locally that ended up presenting dozens of ideas for a singular logo. The course settled on a unique logo that features a rider on a horse over a Little River script.

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“It was funny, when it landed on the table I looked across at one of the owners and I pointed at it and said, ‘That’s the one and he agreed,’ Waters said. “If you’ve been in the golf business you kind of know how it’s going to look on a shirt or a hat and everything else.

“It helps if your logo tells some sort of a story. We’re very lucky here in that we’ve got a big story to tell given the fact that we’ve been a farm and a horse farm for a long time and it really ties into the history of the property. The biggest challenge any property has is developing the story, perpetuating the story and getting people excited about the story. We don’t sell anything without our logo on it,” adds Waters. “People want to have a shirt or a sweater or wind shirt when they go home. It helps them tell the story when they go back home.”

Cryan used another version of the Golf Lad for the 2005 U.S. Open log, but wouldn’t tip his hand on whether the 2014 logo is morphing in the same direction.

And Cryan is dealing with a different deck of cards this time around.

Unlike in 1999 and 2005 when Pinehurst Resort managed the U.S. Open, the USGA is in charge this time around, so the logo design brainstorming is being shared by both parties. And then there is the unique golf doubleheader of the men’s and women’s championship that has never been attempted before at the same course.

“We have an opportunity to sell both championships together, so right now we’re looking at a few different things,” Cryan said. “We’ll definitely have a logo for the Men’s Open, and a logo for the Women’s

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Open, and possibly a logo that connects the two. We’re looking at everything, including the Golf Lads and a lot of different things.

We’re not going to be able to take a lot of signage down from one week to another. Let’s just say when we were named host of both championships my creative mind started to turn again.”

When asked to narrow down when golf fans might see the unveiling of the 2014 logos, Cryan laughed and said: “2010.”

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“In my mind I don’t think there is pressure. I look at it as a challenge, but there are high expectations because we have been looked at as leaders of having great logos and great identification to the Open championships,” he said.

“First and foremost the U.S. Open would not be coming to Pinehurst, North Carolina, if it wasn’t for Pinehurst No. 2,” Cryan added. “But because of No. 2, the history and the ambiance of this village, that logo has to represent all that history and quality and class and classical aspects that Pinehurst No. 2 has. We have to elevate it and represent it with a logo at the highest level.”

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There are times in golf when circumstances collide to create a memorable moment.

These circumstances can cause players to elevate their games during the heat of competition. Mastery of golf is so fleeting that when an entire foursome displays it at once, they know something special is happening. In January of 1956 there was a “match for the ages,” when all four players elevated their games and displayed a mastery of golf. Mark Frost sets the stage and does a clever job of recreating those mythic events in THE MATCH. “The Match” was special because of the four players involved. Right before the Bing Crosby Clambake of 1956, two of Bing’s guests got to arguing. Who was better at golf: the best amateurs or the best pros? Unlike today, at that time the question was still up for debate. Eddie Lowery (Francis Ouimet’s caddie in the 1913 U.S. Open) was bragging that he knew two amateurs who could beat anyone alive. George Coleman answered the challenge and said he knew two men who could. Lowery said, “Let’s go, because my two amateurs are Ken Venturi and Harvie Ward.” Said Coleman, “Fine, we’ll play tomorrow at Cypress Point, because my two pros are Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson.”

The hardcover of this book was published in 2007, but the paperback just came out. This is one of those special books that warrant another look. After the Prologue, Frost tells his story over the course of 19 chapters. He weaves the time frame between present and past, alternating one chapter describing that day at Cypress with the next chapter detailing the background of one of the players. The Appendix, Notes on Writing, Acknowledgments, and Index round out the book.

This is Frost’s third golf book. The other two are THE GREATEST GAME EVER PLAYED, about Francis Ouimet winning the U.S. Open (with the above-mentioned Eddie Lowery), and THE GRAND SLAM, about Bob Jones’s winning season of 1930.

Both are compelling reads, much like this current offering.

In all three books the author takes you right into the action, making that era of history come alive. He’s been a screenwriter and TV producer, so Frost knows how to make the dialogue seem real. It’s almost as if you’re a bystander to the unfolding events.

Frost feels this match signaled the end of an era. In 1956, amateurs were still trying to be like Bob Jones — a guy who could be a legend in his spare time. The pros weren’t getting rich from playing golf, as opposed to our present era, where the purse money is astronomical. Nowadays, great golfers don’t even hesitate to turn pro. In the 50’s, however, pros still had to hustle to break even.

Venturi and Ward were talented young guns, ripping up the amateur circuit. Hogan and Nelson, while perhaps past their prime, were still two of the finest players to ever tie on a pair of cleats.

The battle between old pros and young guns made for dramatic theater that day.

Frost does a splendid job of portraying the personality of each of the four players involved. How they approached the game of golf — and why they acted as they did during the match—had everything to do with what they went through in their lives leading up to that day. Each player had something to prove, and each had brilliant moments throughout the match. Frost also gives you a feel for the early years of the Clambake, and the history of golf throughout the 40’s and 50’s. If you enjoy folklore about golf, this book would appeal to you.

Even though it was spontaneous and unadvertised, word spread around the Monterey Peninsula and a huge crowd turned out to watch the match. How four players could go shot-for-shot on such a difficult course, staying even the whole way, must have been a sight to see. For their individual scores, Hogan shot a course record-tying 63, Venturi shot a 65, and Nelson and Ward shot 67’s.

Hogan/Nelson had a best-ball score of 58, while Venturi/Ward had a 59. Between them the two teams tallied 27 birdies and an eagle. It must have been dazzling.

Native North Carolinian Harvie Ward had ties to the Pinehurst area. He won the North-South Tournament in 1948, besting a young Arnold Palmer along the way. He fared well at the British Amateur and won two U.S. Amateurs in a row. A congenial gentleman and a fine golfer, he knew how to enjoy life and the world was his oyster. In 1957, though, the USGA chose to make an example of him. The definition of “Amateur status” was always being debated. He was hauled before an inquiry, ultimately getting banned from tournaments for a year. The whole affair threw him for a loop. He lost his way in golf and in life. In the late ‘70’s he returned to the Pinehurst area to be Foxfire’s head pro. After a few more travels (and winning the 1980 Senior Open), he “finally found his own redemptive peace by the 1990’s,” and became a well-respected, avuncular presence in Pinehurst until September of 2004, when he succumbed to cancer.

The four never had a chance to play a match again. Other commitments and the vagaries of life conspired to keep them apart.

But each player knew something extraordinary had taken place.

In the “Afterward” chapter, Frost relates what happened to each player in the years following that day. In his insightful summary he notes, “The genuine way they lived their lives makes most of today’s fast and frenzied sports and entertainment culture seem like so much packaged goods, a self-conscious, inauthentic hustle.

In their best and worst hours alike each one of these four stood his ground, put all he had on the line, and for better or worse lived with the consequences of his actions and moved on.”

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CHILDREN’S BOOKS NON-FICTION – PAPERBACK

NON-FICTION – HARDCOVER

FICTION – PAPERBACK

FICTION – HARDCOVER

reading list from The Country Bookshop

THE POSTMISTRESS by Sarah Blake (Amy Einhorn $25.95). Blake’s novel, set in London during the Blitz and in a small Cape Cod town still cocooned from the dangers of impending war, is a tale of three women and what happens to love during wartime when those they cherish leave.

THE RED DOOR by Charles Todd (William Morrow $24.99) Scotland Yard detective Ian Rutledge faces a wall of silence when he is drawn into two cases - one involving the murder of a woman who has long been waiting for the return of her husband from WWI, and the other of a secret that nearly drove one man mad and turned his siblings against each other with unexpected savagery.

CUTTING FOR STONE by Abraham Verghese (Vintage $15.95) Set in Ethiopia on the brink of revolution and at an inner-city hospital in America, Verghese’s debut novel tells the epic story of twin brothers, born of a secret union between an Indian nun and a British surgeon, their passion for medicine, and their love for the same woman that both unites them and tears them apart.

WHEN WILL THERE BE GOOD NEWS? by Kate Atkinson (Back Bay $13.99) In the final mystery in the series by the Whitbread Book Award winner, Jackson Brodie, the flawed detective hero of CASE HISTORIES and ONE GOOD TURN, becomes involved in the search for a missing doctor whose family had been massacred thirty years before.

KEEPING THE FEAST: One Couple’s Story of Love, Food, and Healing in Italy by Paula Butturini (Riverhead $25.95) Less than a month after their wedding, Butturni’s husband was shot while reporting in Romania. It was the abrupt end of what they’d known together, and the beginning of a new phase of life neither had planned. Their story is a testament to the extraordinary sustaining powers of food and love, and to the stubborn belief that there is always hope.

MARRIAGE AND OTHER ACTS OF CHARITY by Kate Braestrup (Reagan Arthur $24.99). Part memoir, part observation of modern marriage and part meditation on the roles of God and love in our everyday lives, Braestrup’s book is a unique and unforgettable look into why, and how, we love each other.

TALK TO ME LIKE I’M SOMEONE YOU LOVE: Relationship Repair in a Flash by Nancy Dreyfus, Psy.D. (Tarcher $16.95). Dr. Dreyfus, a psychotherapist and couple therapist, offers a groundbreaking, interactive relationship tool that literally places into the hands of couples the power to transform chronically frustrating relationship dynamics.

THE THIRD CHAPTER: Passion, Risk, and Adventure in the 25 years after 50 by Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot (Sarah Crichton $15). The author reveals why the years between 50 and 75 may be the most transformative and generative time in our lives.

THE STORY OF SNOW: The Science of Winter’s Wonder by Mark Cassino (Chronicle $16.99). Young readers who love to catch snowflakes on the sleeves of their jackets and look in wonder at the fascinating diversity of shapes will love this visually stunning exploration of the science of snow. Cassino’s book is filled with photographs of real snow crystals, information about the formation of the crystals, and tips on how to catch and view crystals of their own. Ages 7-10.

MY FURRY VALENTINE by Deborah Zemke (Blue Apple $9.99). People show their love for each other in many ways, but how do animals show amour to those they adore? Bees show it with flowers, seagulls by walking on the beach wing in wing, and cows with “moooosic.” Die cut pages and flaps to lift make this little Valentine book fun for ages 4-8.

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MADE IN ITALY. MURANO GLASS NECKLACE. La Faux Chateau • $85 necklace MURANO GLASS EARRINGS. La Faux Chateau • $45 earrings

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Dancing

Sandhills Stars with the

Sandhills business owners and leaders will hit the dance floor this January to benefit Communities In Schools and Moore Buddies.

The evening includes dinner and dancing to support both of these non-profit groups that offer young people a little extra help to stay in school and succeed in life.

These daring couples will strut their stuff.

Eve Avery and Jim Byrd

Dr. Jefferson Kilpatrick

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Kristen Palmer and Rich Rushforth Patrick Coughlin and Patti Zoellner Maureen Krueger and Chief John Letteney Christopher Godfrey and Sherry Wood Linda Pearson and Mike Haney Eve Avery and Jim Byrd Diana Turner-Forte and Stephen Later Jeff and Severine Hutchins Jack Nance and Roxanne Leopper Father John and Julie Tampa Susie Leader and Nelson Neil Ellen Pearsall and Charlie Jackson George and Wanda Little Janeen Driscoll and Paul Harkness Dr. Susan Purser and Senator Harris Blake Dr. Jefferson Kilpatrick and Juliet Eden Blanks Larry and Cathy Hinton Patrick McGowan and Cathy Smith Ray Metzger and Karen Backall Baxter and Taylor Clement

The evening festivities include: • Cocktails at 6 pm • Dinner at 7 pm • Live entertainment at 8 pm Tables are currently available for $1250. Each table seats 10 ($125/person).

Individual tickets will be available after Dec 11th. If you would like to add your name to our wait list for individual tickets, please contact Communities In Schools at (910) 295-1072.

Janeen Driscoll and Paul Harkness

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Dancing with the Sandhills Stars Vote Card

Moore Buddies & Communities In Schools present

January 9, 2010 • Pine Needles Hospitality Center

Each Vote $10

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DEADLY ZINs Zinfandel california | approx. $16 Deadly Zins is a knockout bargain.

Aged completely in American oak, it is loaded with berry fruit, pepper spice and earthy characteristics.

Four Graces Pinot Gris, Oregon | $14.99 Just thinking about Oregon Pinot Gris makes me feel romantic and this one is a bargain to boot. It is deliciously bright, fresh and crisp.

On the nose, pear, lemon, and honeysuckle greet you. Granny Smith apples, key lime and red grapefruit open up on the palate.

Characteristic of the vineyard, there’s an interesting mineralty and acidity on the palate balanced by soft floral aromas.

Rocland “Ass Kisser” Chardonnay, Australia | approx. $11 This is the perfect romantic wine for Jeff Foxworthy or Larry The Cable Guy. Seriously, tongue in cheek name, but vibrant, un-oaked Aussie Chardonnay with vibrant stone fruit and floral flavors.

The Velvet Devil Merlot, Washington State | $16 This jampot of a Merlot is aptly named, with its seductive plum scents giving way to velvety black cherry flavors. An ideal barbecue wine. Naughty and nice.

Iron Horse Wedding Cuvee Brut Sparkling, Sonoma | approx., $42 This is Iron Horse’s Blanc de Noirs, made from predominately Pinot Noir. It has a beautiful, pale-peach hue. Rich and creamy, like pure strawberries and cream, this is without doubt the most romantic of sparklers. It was served at the White House dinner honoring the newlyweds Prince Charles and Camilla. How romantic is that?

Paso A Paso Verdejo, Spain | approx. $10 The name is Spanish for Hand to Hand, or Step by Step, the label is a beautiful contemporary montage and the wine is a deliciously dry, crisp bargain. Penelope Cruz and Antonio Banderas on a picnic.

Wild Rock “Cupids Arrow” Pinot Noir, New Zealand | approx. $21 Bright, with a dark cast to the fruit and spice that burrows through a light layer of tannins and expands on the finish. Focused and refined. The ruggedly beautiful Cupids Arrow vineyard is as gorgeous and romantic as the name suggests. It doesn’t get much better than this, mate.

The Raconteur Cabernet Sauvignon, Australia | approx. $17 Dense up front, with a strong minty character that runs through the dark, stewed cherry flavors, deftly balancing richness with an open, airy texture on the finish.

The label illustrates an old timey newsletter reporting an attractive snake charmer coming to town.

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Edward FitzGerald 1809 – 1883 The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, st. 12 Okay, here are the ten wines that will definitely make “thou” want to sit beside you in the wilderness. They don’t have to be expensive; they just have to have that cachet and quality that lends itself to romance!

Lost ANGEL pEtItE sIrAh, pAso roBLEs, cALIforNIA Legend has it; an angel came down through the sky to explore the garden of earthly delights and lost her way home. Tired of searching, she created her own paradise in the region now known as Paso Robles. So happy with her utopia on earth, a tear of joy fell from her eyes and landed in the rich, fertile soil. From that tear a vine grew reaching for the stars, trying to show the angel her way home.

Okay, the legend is sappy enough for romance but the wine has the bright fruit of raspberries and dark cherries similar to the nose rounded out with the subtle floral aromas filling in the edges. The darker characters of blueberry with hints of baker’s chocolate and velvet travel across the mid-palate.

A fairy tale with a happy, sappy, ending.

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Hospitality is the heart and soul of her business, especially when it comes to older adults. “Getting old can be difficult,” says Wood. “Many people can hardly walk to get into the shop, but you can chat and pick up their spirits a little bit, compliment them, tell them they look good; that just makes the day for a person. It’s very little that you’ve done, but it really does help people.”

Helping people has always been her forte. After graduating from high school, Wood taught kindergarten through eighth grade at a rural school in Iowa that was so small, she was the teacher, playground supervisor and janitor. In retrospect, Wood says that being in charge of everything was good preparation for running her own business one day, although she never aspired to that. She married and immediately had a family to care for; first helping her husband to raise his three children, then rearing four boys of their own. Entrepreneurship would have to wait.

In the meantime she volunteered at the hospital and the Sandhills Women’s Exchange, occasionally helping out her dear friend Helen Tufts who owned a gift shop on Main Street. When her friend decided to sell the business, Wood purchased it and the rest is history.

Eldora Wood

Eldora Wood Eldora Wood loves the pretty things she carries in The Potpourri, her gift shop in the Village of Pinehurst, but the thing that’s kept this business owner going for the past three decades is the interaction with her customers. Whether they’re neighbors she’s known for years or visitors from all parts of the world, when they walk through her door, they get the royal treatment.

Slowing down doesn’t seem to be in her genes; she still travels to the Atlanta and High Point markets and loves to read, devouring anything the librarian suggests, as long as it’s something positive. She works out at the Moore County Fitness Center twice a week – a half hour on the treadmill and half hour on the stationary bike. Retail, she confides, has not been kind to her knees.

Wood admits it’s silly, but she has a hard time delegating. “My doctor told me for my birthday I should give myself a present and just do what I enjoy and let somebody else do the other stuff, but how can you run a shop and just do the good stuff?”

Retirement? “I can’t give up that shop,” she exclaims. “I don’t know what I’d do if I didn’t have someplace to go in the morning!”

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Paul and Lorraine Trudeau

Paul Trudeau Sr. The one piece of advice Paul Trudeau, Sr. gives people is, ‘if you want happiness you gotta’ keep busy.’ Work has kept this 92-year old active his whole life, and he’s not about to stop now.

Trudeau describes himself as “the old man” at House of Carpets and Pee Wee Storage in Vass and attributes his work ethic to growing up during the Depression. He speaks fondly of his teenage years working with the Civilian Conservation Corp, planting trees in upper Minnesota. Eager to work, he fibbed about his age in order to be accepted and now calls it ‘one of the most wonderful things that ever happened to him.’

He was drafted into the Air Force and handed a rag to wipe down airplanes, but fate stepped in when, despite his eighth-grade education, the doors opened for him to become a pilot. During his 27-year military career he saw 800 combat hours, beginning in WW11, continuing in Korea and finishing up with two tours of Viet Nam. They say war isn’t glamorous, but it was for Trudeau; he was given the job of flying AT11’s for MGM, taking all the headon shots for “30 Seconds over Tokyo.”

After retiring from Pope Air Force Base at age 69, he purchased a carpet store in Fayetteville, going into the business ‘cold turkey’ but the timing was right; wood floors were going out of style, carpet became affordable and the business quickly grew.

He eventually sold it, intending to retire with his wife Lorraine, the ‘love of his life,’ in the home they’d purchased at Wood Lake golf community. When the golf became too boring, he bought 10 acres on Route 1 and built a shopping center, where House of Carpets and Pee Wee Storage are now located.

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It’s a family business which he says runs smooth as silk, with his son Paul and daughter-in-lawHeather running the carpet business; his two daughters, Sharon Sexton and Patty Waters oversee the storage side.

Trudeau says he doesn’t do anything special to keep himself physically fit, other than golf twice a week. “My health is 100%, I have the most wonderful wife in the world; I just keep on truckin’.”

He says his current involvement is putting his feet up on his desk and paying bills, but the truth is he puts in 30 hours a week, continues to work with customers and is in the process of putting up another storage building.

Trudeau calls every day beautiful. “You just get out and do what you can. Even if it’s raining, it’s another day that God gives us.”

Paul Trudeau’s storeHouse of Carpets

Joanne Padgett Slowing down is not in Joanne Padgett’s vocabulary and despite the success she’s achieved in life, she swears she’s never been one to set long-term goals. “My goal has always been to do the best I can do with whatever I’m doing at the time,” she says. “It’s worked for me.”

It certainly has; Padgett’s impressive resume includes a 24year career in the highly competitive real estate business and prior to that, 25 years in the food and beverage industry. She describes herself as a self-starter which she credits both to her parent’s outstanding work ethics and her Godgiven personality traits. Still, she says, it’s up to the individual to develop those traits.

Those early years in the food and beverage industry had more to do with her husband, the late Don Padgett, than with a burning drive to make a career in hospitality. After Don turned professional in 1949, he worked as the Pro at Green Hills Country Club in Muncie, Indiana with Joanne helping him in the clubhouse. When asked to manage the club, he told Joanne if he was going to do it, he would need her to take over the food and beverage. Despite the demands of the job, Padgett says it was a good move for her at that stage of her life; she was young and healthy and eager to succeed. When the pair moved to Florida, she drew on her newfound skills, working as a restaurant consultant.

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Padgett eventually chose to pursue real estate, but not because she was particularly interested in it. All she knew was she couldn’t be confined to an office, working set hours. Real estate seemed to fit the bill; she got her license and sold a million dollars her first year.

When the Padgett’s moved to Pinehurst in 1986, Joanne went to work for Village Properties and later formed Club Corp Realty. She is currently the Vice President of Pinehurst Resort Realty and after all these years, she still loves the challenge and is grateful that her energy level remains high.

Padgett keeps a positive frame of mind most of the time and believes her attitude towards life is what keeps her going. She says she’ll keep working as long as her health permits her to and she is able to do a good job.

“I give a lot of praise and blessings to the Lord,” says Padgett. “It’s important to me to be able to give to missions and the church. I think that’s why the Lord lets me keep selling houses!”

Joanne Padgett

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santa visits the little toy shop On November 27th Santa visited the Little Toy Shop in Southern Pines. Children had an opportunity to visit with Santa and tell him what they wanted for Christmas.

1. Cody & Austin Talbert with Santa & his elf Rachel Levi.

2. Kim & Mason Kelly.

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happy birthday eldora wood Eldora Wood, owner of the Potpourri in The Village of Pinehurst, celebrated her 85th birthday surrounded by family and friends. The party was held at the Given Memorial Library on November 14th.

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Kees-West !

Kees Appliance now has a second location at 104 Sandhills Boulevard in Aberdeen.

Look for an expanded JENN-AIR selection!

1. Eldora and five of her sons. 2. John Jurgonski, grandson-in-law with grandchildren Marilyn Jurgonski & Trip, Abbi, Susan & Morgan Wood.

Pinehurst Magazine’s family continues to grow!

With our current publications Midtown Magazine, Cary Living Magazine and Southern Weddings we are happy to announce a new addition: Premier Baby & Child! The goal with each and every publication is to provide interesting stories about the unique people and issues in our community. We hope to be able to do this as well with Baby & Child! Look for it to hit stands Summer 2010!

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healthy living

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by anna porrazzo, synergy spy

A guide to beautiful, healthy skin in the New Year.

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Vitamin A and Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s)

These two skin care ingredients work similarly; both help regulate the cell turnover process (i.e. exfoliate), which slows down drastically as we age. Additionally, they stimulate the production of collagen and elastin (responsible for keeping the skin firm and tight). Retinoic Acid (Vitamin A) and Glycolic Acid (AHA) are FDA approved for the minimization of fine lines and wrinkles. Studies show that when Retinoic Acid and AHA’s are used in conjunction, the results are much greater than when used individually. The most popular form of AHA is Glycolic acid, which is derived from sugar. For a dryer, more sensitive skin type the AHA Lactic Acid works better than Glycolic acid because it is a slightly larger molecule and comes from milk, making it more hydrating.

Vitamin A is available in the form of Tretinoin (the prescription strength version) or Retinol.

Both Tretinion and Retinol covert to Retinoic Acid once they are in the skin. AHA’s and Vitamin A need to be used on alternating nights.

They do cause sun sensitivity, and therefore the use of a daily SPF is required.

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Professional Skin Peels

While there are many great lasers on the market today, all of which perform a plethora of skin rejuvenating treatments, there is no denying that professional strength skin peels are a highly effective way to repair damaged skin as well as maintain healthy skin. The cost for skin peels is far less than that of laser treatments and depending on your desired outcome, level of repair needed and downtime restraints, peels may be the way to go. There are several peel options to choose from; some target the minimization of hyperpigmentation (brown spots), others are designed to treat acne, and there are numerous ones that help reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Peels can be performed in high strengths, for a quicker result (which will cause more initial peeling) or lower strengths where you build up to a higher dosing over time. Most peels should be performed two to thress weeks apart and may require as many as six to achieve maximum benefits. Other more aggressive peels may only require three, spaced a month apart.

When selecting a facility to perform your peels it is important to note that unless there is a physician on staff, the depth of peel which is allowed to be performed is restricted by state law and therefore may not be as effective.

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Hyaluronic Acid (HA)

Remember those really cute Gerber babies that were super chubby and squishy looking? Well, all that “squishiness” comes from Hyaluronic acid, which is capable of holding 1000 times its weight in water. As we age we lose our level of Hyaluronic Acid; however, we can supplement this through the application of a topical version. HA is a naturally occurring substance which is safe for all skin types and is known in the medical world as a GAG. GAGs help with TEWL (transepidermal water loss). TEWL is another one of those unavoidable aging woes. One of the quickest ways to take “years” off the look and feel of your skin is through proper hydration, and nothing hydrates better than Hyaluronic Acid. HAs also help to “plumpen” the skin, which explains why it is now being used in injectable fillers such as Juverderm®. So skip the expensive cosmetic creams and look for a serum containing HA.

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Oprah has one…so why don’t you? This is one of the best home skin care devices to come along in ages. It works like an ultrasonic toothbrush, but it is for deep cleaning your skin instead of your teeth. The Clarisonic Cleansing System uses a patented sonic frequency of more than 300 movements per second to clean, soften and smooth your skin. It removes six times more makeup than manual cleansing alone. It also helps reduce oily areas, the appearance of visible pores, dry skin patches and blemishes as well as the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Professional skin experts love the Clarisonic facial brush because it allows products to penetrate the skin better and because of how well it exfoliates the skin.

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No longer a trend, mineral makeup is here to say and it’s changed the way we look at makeup forever! As a skin expert all I can say is hallelujah, finally a makeup that doesn’t undo all the work we have done. See, the problem with traditional makeup has been that, well, it’s usually just not that good for your skin. Even the oil-free versions contain emulsifiers which can clog the pores (not to mention dry out the skin). Even non oil-free versions can strip the skin of lipids and hydration; we are already dealing with enough of that on our own as we age, so we certainly don’t need any assistance. Mineral makeup is amazing for several reasons, but here are the top three: 1. It is inert, which means it can not hold bacteria.

This makes it a great option for anyone who experiences breakouts or for those of us who occasionally fall asleep without washing our face.

2. It contains a high level of Zinc and Titanium, which allows for a broad spectrum UVA/UVB sun protection factor.

3. Ease of use. Mineral makeup is easy to apply and provides excellent coverage. A word of caution, not all mineral makeup lines are created equal, so make sure you do your homework and look for one that is 100% pure minerals. My personal favorite is Jane Iredale.

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We all have turning points that put us on our path in life, moments when we decide what we’re going to do, how we’re going to get there and the impact we’ll have on others once we’re there. that’s true for institutions as well as for people. since arriving in Pinehurst 20 years ago, when he and John Krahnert, M.D., started Firsthealth’s open-heart surgery program, David christaldi has helped guide Moore regional hospital on its path to becoming one of the country’s top 100 hospitals for cardiovascular care. today, the hospital is again at a turning point with the development of the new heart institute, and David is on hand to help lead the way to the future.

For David christaldi, the first turning point in his life was almost his last. after a serious hit-and-run accident in his home town of syracuse, a 13-year-old David was told he would never walk again. “i could have been in a wheelchair had it not been for the tremendous effort of the hospital and a brilliant orthopaedic surgeon,” he says. “From that moment, there was a part of me that said medicine is something that would enable me to do the same for someone else.” the second turning point came after David started graduate school. “a classmate insisted i check out perfusion—the heart-lung machine aspect of open-heart surgery,” he says. “i didn’t even know what it was.” after spending a day at the school of Perfusion at sunY-upstate Medical center, he knew he had found his calling. the third and most critical turning point in David’s life came 10 years later at the university of Kentucky, where he was chief perfusionist. in the operating room there, he met Pam sandusky, a young nursing student. “i knew i wanted to do something that was a service to people and some-

thing that was challenging,” Pam says. “nursing is both.” three months after the couple met, they were engaged, with plans to marry the following year.

David and Pam faced a mutual turning point when Dr. Krahnert asked David to join him in starting Moore regional’s open-heart surgery program. For David, that meant leaving the university where he was well-respected and successful for an opportunity to start his own perfusion company. For Pam, it meant moving away from her family and friends to a new state, a new home and a new school. the decision to pull up stakes became all the more difficult when David couldn’t find Pinehurst on a map. “that was a little scary,” he says, “but John (Krahnert) was a tremendous salesman. he was convinced we would be successful.” “it was amazing how people here embraced the idea of having an open-heart program,” says Pam. “they were so focused on having excellent equipment, an excellent hospital and excellent programs. their excitement was contagious.” “that remains true today,” David adds. immediately after their wedding in May 1990, the christaldis set out on their path to the future.

When Dr. Krahnert and David christaldi arrived in Pinehurst in July 1990, they began a series of talks that introduced the heart program to dozens of community, civic and church groups. in late august, they showed the community the new operating suites that would be the home of Moore regional’s new open-heart program.

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While awaiting their first patient, David and Dr. Krahnert led their new team through multiple dress rehearsals in the OR. “We had a seasoned anesthesiologist, Dr. Joe Wicker, who came with us from Kentucky, but all of the nurses and Krahnert’s physician’s assistant were brand new,” David says.

“We had brand new equipment in a brand new environment with very, very new people. Those were busy times, and stressful, too, because everybody was watching us.”

The team got its first case on Sept. 5, 1990. “Then it started to roll,” David says. “In the first year, we did 170 hearts (with no mortalities). That was a lot of hearts to do with only one surgeon, one cardiac anesthesiologist, one of me.”

Seventeen years later, the open-heart team, which had grown to three surgeons, seven cardiac anesthesiologists, two groups of seasoned nurses in the operating room and another group in CVT Intensive Care, performed its 5,000th surgery.

While David was literally working night and day at the hospital and establishing his company, Advanced Perfusion Care, Pam completed her B.S. degree in nursing at UNC-Greensboro in 1992, and began working at Moore Regional. She joined what was then called FirstHealth Hospice in 1997.

“It was an interesting life that we had for those five years,” David says.

“Pam would sometimes spend her days and nights preparing people at their end-stage of life, and I would be in the operating room all day long trying to save people from the grim reaper.”

“He was so focused on acute care—fixing,” Pam says. “In hospice, you don’t fix; you accept that you can’t fix the situation. You focus on the quality of life rather than quantity. Working in hospice may be the most rewarding experience in a nurse’s career.”

By 2003, Pam had returned to school and received her M.S. in nursing from UNC-Chapel Hill. She now works as an adult nurse practitioner at the Neese Family Health Clinic, but FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care and the new Hospice House hold a special place in her heart.

“In the first year, we did 170 hearts (with no mortalities). That was a lot of hearts to do with only one surgeon, one cardiac anesthesiologist, one of me.”

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“For someone who already has health problems, trying to stay up around the clock to care for their loved one is not only exhausting, for some it is just not physically possible,” Pam says. “To put the person in an acute-care setting or a nursing home is a very sad thing. A hospice care center offers palliative care in an atmosphere that is very much patient- and family-focused.

FirstHealth’s new Hospice House, surrounded by trails and gardens, will be a beautiful, peaceful and, most importantly, a welcoming place for patients and their families.”

David, who serves on the Board of Trustees for the Moore Regional Hospital Foundation, is equally passionate about FirstHealth’s new Heart Institute.

The program will coordinate the hospital’s noninvasive cardiac and vascular diagnostic services, cardiac catheterization, intervention, electrophysiology, surgery and a number of additional patient-focused services. The “crown jewel” will be the hybrid operating room where a patient will be brought into an environment where a task force will evaluate and perform whatever intervention is required—at one time. Fewer than 50 hospitals in the U.S. have a hybrid operating room.

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“We’ve been asked why we need another whole building if we have an openheart room now and we’re doing a lot of the more challenging cases,” David says. “It’s not just about bricks and mortar. It is a ‘window into the future’—that’s the best way I can describe it—because it will bring us into the future of how the cardiac patient is assessed and treated. We’ve got to find more streamlined ways of taking care of people in this country. We have to become more efficient at what we do. But it’s going to take a different way of thinking, and that’s what the Heart Institute represents more than anything else.”

The measure of anyone’s life is not how big your house is, or how much money or how many cars you have, it’s how many people you’ve touched.

“I’m fortunate to have been able to do something for almost 30 years that I really have a passion for,” David says. “Now the most important thing to me is to see the fruition of the Heart Institute, and that Dr. (Andy) Kiser and Dr. (John) Streitman, and some of my younger staff carrying on the baton continue to make us the premier heart center that we’ve been the last 20 years.

That’s what I really want to see. If I can have a small hand in it, that will be accomplishment enough for me.”

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antique show and sale From November 6th through the 8th the Antique Show and Sale was held at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Moore County Historical Association.

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1. Susan Pockmire, Marie Hardister, Moore County Historical Association past president Marilyn Hartsell & current co-president Carolyn Burns. 2. Larry & Nancy Koster.

artist league fall exhibit and sale The 15th Annual Artist League of the Sandhills Fall Exhibit and Sale was held November 13th through the 17th at the Artist League in Aberdeen.

1. Artists Barbara Brando & Ann Campbell. 2. Brenda Lyne & Bob Blackwell. 3. Sarah Simpson & Connie Kubisch.

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On December 3rd the Pinehurst Village shop owners of Le Faux Chateau, Lyne’s Furniture Gallery, Gemma Gallery and The Faded Rose held an open house. Joining them was Jackie Berry, owner of the new “Shop At The Mag” in the Magnolia Inn. 1. Deborah Myatt, LeFaux Chateau. 2. Brenda Lyne, Lyne’s Furniture Gallery. 3. Lisa Whipple, Gemma Gallery. 4. Sherry Mortenson, The Faded Rose.

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bryce lane speaks at sandhills community college The Sandhills Horticultural Society and the Sandhills Council of Garden Clubs sponsored a lecture on November 4th. Bryce Lane, noted television host of UNC-TV show In the Garden with Bryce Lane talked about “The Right Plant for the Right Site.”

1. Bryce Lane with members of the SCC Landscape Gardening department staff Lee Ivy, Jim and Johanna Westmen. 2. Tricia Mabe with Horticultural Society board member Mary Jane Knight. 3. Al & Sandy Hay and Wendy & Mike Malone.

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our cultural landscape The Classical Design Foundation hosted a lecture “Our Cultural Landscape”

by Charles Birnbaum on October 28th at the Sunrise Theater. Mr. Birnbaum explored the role that landscape design played in the establishment of Southern Pines and how its integrity can be preserved.

1. Lawrence Early with Charles Birnbaum, founder and president of the Cultural Landscape Foundation in Washington, D.C. 2. Ray Owen, founder of the Classical Design Foundation & board member Joannie Carpentier. 3. Nancy & Doug Smith.

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holiday ball The Carolina Hotel was the site of the 2009 FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital Ball on December 11th. Proceeds support the care of premature and critically ill babies.

1. Honorary Chairman & Medical Director of the Neo-Natal Intensive Care unit Dr. Nicholas Lynn & his wife Lisa. 2. Chuck & Nancy Frock, John & Cynthia Strickland, & Missy & Frank Quis. .3 Robin Kennedy, Bill & Fay Terry (Chairwomen of the Hospital Auxiliary) with Robin Thomas.

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dining in the archives with ghosts of pinehurst past On October 29th guests were spooked and surprised by the unknown details of Pinehurst past as they were participants in a melodrama during dinner at the Given Memorial Library & Tufts Archives. The funds raised went to the Library & Tufts Archives.

1. “The Adorable Book Bags” book club hosted the event: Sheila Van Dyke, Nancy Geddes, Ann Hughs, Mary Scott Arnold & Katherine Stevenson. With them are Bob Van Dyke and Cheri Guidice. 2. Assuming roles as past residents of Pinehurst are Bonnie Root, Audrey Morarity, Shirley Frei & Marjorie Hopkins.

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creative christmas table The Moore County Extension and Community Association presented its 5th Annual Creative Christmas Table show on December 8th at Little River Farms Resort Club house in Carthage. The Moore County 4-H museum received the proceeds from the event.

1. Moore County Extension Director Craven Hudson, Mary Chriscoe & Kay Simpson.

2. Cindy Burton & Marilyn Grube. 3. Patsy & Ron Ringer.

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locklear celebrates 50 year anniversary at keys Happy Anniversary Locklear! October 22, 2009 1. Harold Locklear and his sister Gail Locklear. Gail is from Atlanta and came for the event to help Harold. She has a design consulting business and met with some of Harold’s clients while she was here. 2. Harold Locklear and Bobi Norton.

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halloween gala On October 31st at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst, ghosts and goblins enjoyed dinner, dancing, an auction and costume contest. All the proceeds benefited the Companion Animal Clinic of the Sandhills Foundation - Spay/Neuter clinic.

1. Linda Hubbard & vice president of the Companion Animal Clinic board Dr. Tom Daniel. 2. Tom & Sherry Mortenson & Rick and Patricia Smith. 3. Al & Deborah Carter. 4. Paul Kleinschmidt, Frank Christopher, Maid Marion and Sheri Evans. 5. Lee & Barbara Sedwick. 6. Phil Benton and Robyn James. 7. Chairman of the auction event Elena Strom & Companion Animal Clinic Foundation president Deborah Wilson.

prancing horse farm tour On October 18th participants took an excursion through the scenic Sandhills horse country and visited several horse farms. Ticket proceeds from the event benefited the Prancing Horse Therapeutic Riding Center.

1. Jeannie Gallagher with event co-chairman Judy Lewis. 2. The Spinnenwebers: Fred, Anna & Bobbi with Fancy.

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quester’s fall council meeting On October 14th the North Carolina State Questers held their fall council meeting at the historic Women’s Exchange in Pinehurst. The Questers is an international organization whose members focus on historic preservation, restoration and antiques.

1. Guest speaker Libby Wojcik, owner of adLib Antiques in Raleigh, with president Mary Rollins. 2. Members of the “Sandhills Relics” chapter hosted the event: Katherine Bozarth, Beverly Tyler, Pat Murphy, Dot Yetso, Nancy Norton & Judi Schanilec.

3. Quester’s State officers: Sharon Toronski, treasurer, Glynis Wilkes, recording secretary, Dot Mays, 2nd V.P., & president Mary Rollins.

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women and art at the cabin The Sandhills Women’s Exchange Cabin Preservation organization hosted an art sale and auction on October 24th. Artwork by the Sandhills’ best women artists was on display. Monies from the event went to the preservation of the 200-yearold log cabin.

1. Carole Base, president of the Women’s Exchange with event co-chairman Linda Vernier and her husband, Allan Vernier. 2. Audrey Raasch and Judi Schanilec. 3.

Exchange co-managers Joan Rea, Carol Southon and cook. 4. Jack and Sandra Moro, Pat and Al Bernek. 5. Pinehurst mayor George Lane with councilwomen Ginsey Fallon.

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appalachian physical therapy • meet the artist On December 4th Appalachian Physical Therapy in Olmstead Village held a “meet the artist” and holiday celebration. Artist Beth Roy and woodworker Dale Clemens were there to talk about their work, which was on display.

1. Physical therapists Karen Backall and Ray Metzger with artist Beth Roy and woodworker Dale Clemens. 2. Owner of Appalachian Therapy Bill Whiteford & Amy O’Reilly. 3. Sandy Newman, Ed Barchard & Marilyn Dotto.

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puttin’ on the ritz Animal Advocates of Moore County’s Top Hat and Tails event was held on December 7th at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst. This fundraiser presented animals for adoption and raised money for the organization.

1. Linda Vernier, Linda Guerra & Maureen Horansky. 2. David & Mary Whitmise with Arnie. 3. Angela Zumwalt & friend.

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financial advice Provided for and Courtesy of Chris Harp Financial Advisor at Delta Financial Advisors, Inc.

The Benefits of Fee-Based

Financial Planning “[Fee-based financial planning] tends to result in a costeffective, comprehensive, coordinated strategic plan.”

or many individuals, asset management occurs without much thought. This is largely because (A) we’re all busy and (B) the financial world is a lot more complex than it was 30 or 40 years ago. Many of us end up with a mutual fund here, some stocks over there, a smattering of life insurance and other policies spread among half a dozen companies. And then, of course, there are IRAs and some real estate.

An attractive – and increasingly popular – “holistic” alternative is fee-based financial planning, which tends to result in a cost-effective, comprehensive, coordinated strategic plan.

A Few Useful Terms Before going on, let’s clarify that each form of planning has its place, depending on the individual’s needs and comfort level.

With this in mind, here are some terms with which you should be familiar: Fee-only planning: A fee-only planner is compensated solely by fees, which can be either hourly or based on some ratio of Assets Under Management (AUM). Many fee-only planners will develop a detailed document with recommendations, but do not sell products.

Fee-based planning: This is the most popular form of fee arrangement. The fee-based planner develops a comprehensive financial profile and plan, but separate from the financial plan and the advisor’s role as financial planner, the advisor is able to provide the product solutions – for which he or she may receive a commission. In many respects, this combination can create the best of both worlds: The planner not only creates a comprehensive plan, but can also oversee its implementation. This can help avoid the problem of developing a financial plan that simply sits on the shelf and is never executed.

Benefits of Working with Fee-Only & Fee-Based Planners The financial needs of most men and women today have become complex. Decisions made today may impact estate, capital gains and income taxes ten or twenty years in the future. Most people are also finding that they need to have a big picture understanding to better coordinate their finances. This is why the demand for fee only and fee-based planning continues to grow. American taxpayers are working with such financial professionals for a variety of reasons, including…

More emphasis on planning than on a product. According to the Consumer Federation of America, “when a financial ‘adviser’ earns most of his or her money as a financial salesperson, the product sales tend to drive the process.” 1 With a fee approach, there is greater emphasis on the planning process.

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Greater teamwork and coordination. When planning is done on a fee basis, this tends to put planner and client on the same side of the table. Both parties work together – with the same agenda – to meet the client’s needs. In this respect, the planner is primarily an analyst and educator.

A more comprehensive approach to planning. While immediate needs should be addressed, the planner is also able to focus on larger, longer-term objectives, including asset management, tax considerations, retirement planning, education planning (if there are minor children or grandchildren), estate planning, and more. If a business is involved, that is also taken into consideration. As a result, it is not uncommon for the client to receive a detailed, written analysis that can serve as a blueprint – one that includes assets, goals, concerns, unique circumstances, and more – for immediate and future decisions.

A potentially broader range of product solutions. Many feeonly and fee-based planners are affiliated with several companies. They are in a position to make best-choice recommendations that closely fit their clients’ needs and budgets.

Additionally, the planner may find that a no-commission product is most suitable. Consequently, there is the potential for the client to pay significantly lower costs for products, which can help offset the fee.

(Separate from the financial plan and my role as financial planner, I can recommend the purchase of specific investment or insurance products or accounts. These product recommendations are not part of the financial plan and a client is under no obligation to follow them.)

Collaboration with other professionals. The financial planner often works with the client to coordinate the work of other professionals such as accountants, attorneys, bankers, as well as insurance and investment providers. This reduces the likelihood that some planning areas will be overlooked. It also helps assure a cooperative spirit (rather than competitive, protective or hostile) among the client’s professional team.

Is fee-only or fee-based planning right for everyone? Certainly not. However, do not assume that you must have a sevenfigure net worth before you can benefit from the services of a financial planner.

To learn more, I invite you to contact me to arrange an appointment. There is no cost for initial consultations. And there will certainly be no pressure or obligation.

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