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PINEHURST® magazine

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011 Sandhills Media Group, Inc. publisher Ronny Stephens Advertising Sales Myra Gammon creative director Travis Aptt art director Heath Hilliker graphic design Jennifer Casey contributing writers Illyse Lane • Kate Turgeon • Dolores Muller Christa Gala • Kristy Stevenson • Robyn James David Droschak • Derek Pszenny photography McKenzie Photography April Maness Photography

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Happy New Year!

It seems like around this time every year we take stock of what’s really important and what we want to do better in the coming year. Some people call it making New Year’s resolutions. I personally don’t believe in resolutions! These lofty goals aren’t about having fun or enjoying the good things in our life; they’re about depriving our self of something we enjoy or doing projects we simply don’t want to do. No wonder we give up two weeks into the New Year!

This year commit to having more fun; commit to your relationship! Studies show that the secret to a healthy marriage or relationship is time – and having fun with the person you love. This year, Pinehurst Magazine challenges you to commit to date night. Check out “Date Night Challenge” (page 16) for our top ten date night ideas.

You’ll need something to wear on all those date nights. In “Come On In” (page 24), meet the men and women behind the best clothing boutiques in the Sandhills. You’ll learn about their personal fashion philosophies and how they play a role in what you fi nd on the racks and in the windows.

Does your home feel a little dull now that the holiday decorations are packed away? One word: accessorize! In “Refresh Your Home” (page 62), local designers and store owners show off new accessories that will help you fall in love with each room of your home again.

With Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, Pinehurst Magazine has compiled a few gift ideas that are sure to please (page 22). And in Chef’s Corner, Mark Elliott shares “Dinner For Two: The Ultimate Guy Menu” (page 36), showing your guy how to make a romantic dinner you’ll love.

Gina Pearce Stephens PO Box 1635 Pinehurst, NC 28374 919.612.7902 gstephens@pinehurstmagazine.com

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THE DATE NIGHT CHALLENGE

Will you commit to dating your spouse one night a month? We give you our top ten ideas.

22 VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT IDEAS

Great Valentine’s Day gifts from Sandhils’ area retailers.

24 COME ON IN

We’ve caught up with the owners of your favorite local boutiques and found out about their own fashion philosophy.

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chef’s corner calendar firsthealth spotlight sandhills sightings financial advice

32 MOORE COUNTY MUSIC SCENE

Performing arts thrive in the Sandhills

50 BRUNCH IS SERVED

Local restaurants showcase their best brunch.

56 GRAND CAMELLIAS

Treasured for their winter blooms, camellias are as diverse as they are colorful.

62 REFRESH YOUR HOME

New accessories that will help you fall in love with each room of your home again.

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66 PAYNE STEWART GOLF CLUB

A 1,000-mile connection: Pinehurst Resort linked to new Payne Stewart Golf Club in Missouri.

Everything you need to know about your kids’ general health, teeth and eyes.

70 ABCs of CHILDRENS HEALTH

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DATE NIGHT challenge Romance is dead, right? Not so fast.

Pinehurst Magazine presents a challenge. Will you do it?

in her line of work, aldena Frye, owner of aldena Frye custom Floral Designs in aberdeen, gets a peek at something many of us think is long gone: romance. oh, yes. she has lots of examples, too. one couple has been married for 62 years. they still hold hands; he still opens the door for her. she also has clients who send flowers every month – or every week – to their spouse or beloved. how is this possible? With schedules, to-do lists, challenges and, well, life, how do some people manage to find time for the stuff many of us abandoned long ago? the answer is pretty simple, actually. they work at it. these folks have made the decision to embrace small gestures of togetherness and thoughtfulness. You can, too. here’s our challenge: For the next year, “date” your spouse once a month. there’s one condition. experts say you have to do away with your old standbys for a while. in other words, your “date” needs to be a little innovative – something you wouldn’t usually do. there’s some science behind this. engaging in new activities with your spouse or special someone recreates the chemical surges of early courtship, activating the brain’s reward system and releasing the feel-good chemicals dopamine and norepinephrine. this is your mission if you choose to accept it. to help, we’ve given you our top ten list of date night ideas, many of which are budget-friendly.

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racquetball or even striding next to one another on the treadmill, pump a little iron, and then rest your tired muscles in the hot tub afterward. You’ll have time to talk and reconnect; plus the exercise releases those feel-good chemicals we were talking about earlier.

You’re spending time together and doing something you need to do anyway: double bonus! if the gym’s not your thing, or you don’t have a membership, consider an evening stroll with flashlights.

Sip away:

the Wine cellar & tasting room in southern Pines offers free wine tastings Monday and tuesday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Wednesday through saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. employee Jackie toney says sampling is not relegated to the evening.

“People come in all the time during the day. ”if you do choose an evening to taste, you might be surprised by live entertainment.

Visit www.thewinecellarandtastingroom.com.

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Now you’re cooking: Kitchen essence offers cooking classes year round on tuesdays at 5:30pm. the cost is $30 per person. January’s theme is “a hearty taste of northern europe” where you’ll explore traditional cuisines such as Jaeger schnitzel and goulash from germany, hungary and switzerland. February offers more domestic fare with authentic texas dishes, including burgers, onion rings, steak, fajitas and fried ice cream. still not sure? try out the free workshop held every saturday at noon and 2 p.m. Visit www.ktichenessence.com.

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Play it out: take a short road trip to sanford for some stage acting. Built in 1925, the temple theater in historic downtown sanford is Lee county’s top attraction, featuring talented youth and adults in hits such as Chicago and A Christmas Carol. the 2011 season opens January 28th; tickets range in price from $16 to $20. Visit www.templeshows.com.

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Explore your own back yard: in 1990, Marva Kirk founded Kirk tours and transportation, hoping more locals would be interested in the area’s treasures. they were. today, Kirk tours offers guided tour packages to horse country, pottery country, the Village of Pinehurst and garden tours, including Weymouth Woods and sandhills horticultural gardens. together, get the inside scoop on where you live. Visit www.kirktours.com.

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Cut a rug: When was the last time you danced together? consider taking lessons to learn the rumba, foxtrot or salsa. two local studios offering both group and private lessons are Fred astaire Dance studios and Pinehurst Ballroom Dance studios. Fred astaire offers six introductory group lessons for $60. You’ll have a standing date night for six weeks! Visit www.pinehurstfads.com or www.pinehurstballroomdance.com.

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Race away: though a little pricey, driving your own race cars at the rockingham speedway will have you comparing notes for years, saying, “remember that time we drove the race cars?” ten laps costs $275; twenty laps $500. start times are at noon and 4:30pm March 19th-20th and May 6th-7th. Visit www.fasttrackracing.com/id2.html for more information.

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Horse-play: consider going horseback riding or, if you’ve never been, consider taking a lesson together.

Learning something new and doing it together is a great way to have fun and rely on each other at the same time. there are many stables to consider; McLendon hills equestrian center specializes in adult lessons for beginners. Prices vary. Visit www.mclendonhills.com.

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Spend the night: Why not turn your date night into a sleepover by checking into a local bed and breakfast? enjoy a complete change of scenery without the long drive. two to try are the Magnolia inn in Pinehurst and the Knollwood house in southern Pines. the Magnolia inn is vintage Pinehurst, founded in 1896. the Knollwood house, circa 1927, is an elegant english Manor home. Both offer golf and spa packages or romantic getaways. go during the week before prime season for discounted rates. Visit www.themagnoliainn. com and www.knollwoodhouse.com.

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Come in for a landing: head to the state’s only known private combination airport-restaurant. the Pikn-Pig at gilliam-Mcconnell airfield offers up some of the best barbecue around, and the chocolate chess pie is to die for. it’s a small place, but the big windows allow you to see the take-offs and landings. or sit outside and hear the propellers whir up close. Friendly staff and pilots make this a winner. Visit www.pik-n-pig.com.

Give it a try so that’s our top ten. We had other ideas, too: couples massages, sporting events. the activity itself doesn’t matter as much as what you put into it. each date night, prepare yourself with both an open mind and heart. and see what happens.

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SEAN MINOR PINOT NOIR, NAPA VALLEY CARNEROS Approx. $15 Medium-bodied with blueberry, cherry, plum and light toast flavors.

Vanilla and toast nuances integrate well with the silky round tannins which evolve into a lengthy finish.

DRY CREEK ZINFANDEL “HERITAGE CLONE”, DRY CREEK VALLEY, 2008, Approx. $12 “A zesty red, filled with pepper notes. Black raspberry aromas lead to roasted dill, plum and cedar flavors that finish appealingly rustic tannins. RATED 88 POINTS, THE WINE SPECTATOR

LA FIERA PINOT GRIGIO, VENETO, 2009, Approx. $8 A delightfully fresh and crisp wine!

Both floral and fruity, expressing ripe peach and apple flavors with a subtle mineral finish, perfect to drink as an aperitif or with salads, grilled chicken and seafood.

GUIGAL COTES DU RHONE ROUGE, FRANCE, 2007, Approx. $16 “A deep ruby/purple wine with lots of cassis, kirsch, pepper, and even an intriguing floral note, the wine is medium to full-bodied , silky smooth, and a truly delicious, hedonistic and intellectually satisfying wine.” RATED 90 POINTS, ROBERT PARKER, THE WINE ADVOCATE

ST. KILDA CHARDONNAY, AUSTRALIA, 2009, Approx. $8 “Light and tangy, with real definition to the apple, lime and mineral flavors, persisting nicely on the juicy finish. Drink now through 2012.” RATED BEST VALUE, 89 POINTS, THE WINE SPECTATOR

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By Robyn James, Proprietor, The Wine Cellar & Tasting Room

Each year the wine critic judges from one our most important wine magazines publishes a list of what they feel are the top 100 wines of the year. Usually I am really glued to the list, salivating over the new prospects we hope to snatch up for our customers. This year, as I perused the list, I felt, well, bored. Over 25% of the list was the same as last year and a good many of the wines were well over $50, which is a definite deal breaker for most of us. A few were over $500 and at that price, come on, it better be a top wine.

So, here is my list of my top ten, and all of these are under $50, because that’s where the challenge lies, the best bang for the buck!

DURIGUTTI MALBEC, ARGENTINA, 2008, Approx. $16 “A lush, toasty style, with lots of cocoa and roasted vanilla up front, followed by dark, welllayered fig, boysenberry and mulled currant fruit flavors.”

RATED 90 POINTS, THE WINE SPECTATOR

BODEGAS MON MONON TEMPRANILLO, SPAIN, 2008, Approx. $8 “100% Tempranillo aged for 3 months in French and American oak. Purple/black in color, it offers up roasted black cherry aromas along with violets and a hint of pepper.” RATED 87 POINTS, ROBERT PARKER, THE WINE ADVOCATE

NAIA LAS BRISAS, VERDEJO, VIURA & SAUVIGNON BLANC, SPAIN, 2009, Approx. $12 “Complex perfume for its humble price. Aromas of fresh herbs, spring flowers, baking spices, and white peach lead to a ripe, concentrated, nicely balanced wine that way over-delivers for its price points.” RATED 89 POINTS, ROBERT PARKER, THE WINE ADVOCATE

YALUMBA, SHIRAZ-VIOGNIER, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, THE “Y” SERIES, 2008, Approx. $11 “Smooth and polished, a medium weight style that offers spice-tinged blackberry flavors, lingering easily. Drink now through 2013.” RATED 87 POINTS, WINE SPECTATOR

SAINT HILAIRE BRUT BLANCS DE BLANCS SPARKLING, FRANCE, Approx. $13 Like a well-aged vintage Champagne, this offers complex aromas, ample toasty, figgy flavors and a lingering, mellow finish. A smooth, inviting texture wraps it up.

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Silver Rhinestone Bracelet $45 MORGAN MILLER

Heart Neclkace $60 GEMMA GALLERY

GIFTS It may seem like Christmas was only yesterday, but Valentine’s Day means romance! If you want to keep your romance alive and kicking don’t forget your honey on February 14th. Here are some great gift ideas – all available right here in the Sandhills!

Stuart Nye hand wrought sterling jewelry.

Earrings $46, pin $38 THE POTPOURRI

Louis Vuitton Bag $375 & Versace Rhinestone Sunglasses $95 DAZZLE

Trollbeads Bracelet & Beads starting at $26 CAMERON & CO.

1 Dozen Red Roses starting at $70 ALDENA FRYE FLORAL DESIGN XX | PinehurstMagazine.com

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Clock $79, Necklace $63 DENKER’S

Naughty Bubble Bubble Bath $10 Chocolate Body Fondue $15 Flirty Little Secret Body Butter $26 Red Heart Necklace $30 SOAP AND SILK BEAUTY BOUTIQUE

David Yurman look alike onyx, gold and silver bracelet $196 LOOKIN’ FOR LINDA

Pink Bouclé Wrap/Scarf $25 LE FAUX CHATEAU

Red Fendi Sunglasses $279 EYEMAX

Pandora Beads starting at $20 FRAMER’S COTTAGE Cashmere Sweater, comes in several different colors $295 GENTLEMEN’S CORNER

Exquisite 18 carat yellow gold bands with princess cut ruby and granulation eternity band accented by Antique design engraved and milgrained diamond band. 1 carat total weight rubies; .40 carat total weight diamonds.

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COME on in Admit it. We feel better when we’re put together. And for each of us, that put together look is defined differently. But one thing’s for sure. Sometimes it’s hard to know where to start.

Pinehurst Magazine is here to help! We’ve gone behind the scenes of some of your favorite boutiques. We’ve caught up with the owners, who shared their fashion philosophy, and learned how it plays a role in helping them choose all of those fabulous clothes and accessories. And what we learned is that there is something for everyone.

Take a peek…

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CoolSweats: Barbara Bishop Style Sense: For Barbara Bishop, a big part of looking good is feeling comfortable in clothes that fit well. She does this by finding clothing that fits correctly and feelse good against her skin, while not being afraid to embrace a trend through one unique item such as a piece of jewelry, a pair of boots, a new style of jacket or a scarf.

Comfortable Chic: CoolSweats is based on Bishop’s experience living in southern California, which blends comfort and chic. “our customer is someone who loves to relax in style, whether it’s going to the beach, traveling to the mountains or just hanging around,” says Bishop. She carries designers she feels are right on trend, and tends to gravitate toward pieces in blacks and neutrals so shoppers can take advantage of the fashion-forward look in a more conservative way. and to help keep your new clothing clean and the environment green, Bishop offers Laundress, a biodegradable detergent that really does clean your clothing.

Advice: “Being in style isn’t so much an age appropriate look, but a certain attitude that combines comfort with a chic approach,” says Bishop. “Women should wear clothing that keeps up with the times.”

Barbara Bishop

Lines You’ll Find: Hard Tail, Mod-o-Doc and True grit.

Must Haves: Beyond Yoga bottoms, available in both regular and long lengths, make awesome leggings that looks good on anyone.

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Denker’s Ladies Clothing & Accessories: Kara Hodges Style Sense: With four children, work, and repeat trips to the soccer fields and tennis courts, Kara Hodges wants to be both fashionable and comfortable. Her favorite look is a great-fitting pair of jeans with a good quality, stylish t-shirt that can be dressed up or down, depending on what her schedule brings.

Wearable Style: The first thing you’ll notice when walking into Hodges’ shop is that everything is wearable. You’ll find an extensive collection of clothing that can be mixed and matched, carrying you from place to place and day to night. This includes an ample selection of jeans with styles and silhouettes for all of our diverse shapes, and well-made t-shirts, perfect for wearing alone or layering. Hodges also carries affordable accessories that can add a little bit of pop to what you’re wearing. “People want to look casual but still look nice,” says Hodges. “We’ll help you find what works for you.”

Advice: “It’s important to take a little time for yourself, whether it’s exercising or taking the time to get dressed up. This reflect that you feel good about yourself,” says Hodges.

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Lines You’ll Find: Citizens of Humanity, Joe’s Jeans, Michael Stars

Must Haves: Every women needs to have a great pair of jeans and a basic camisole. These can be the foundation pieces for numerous looks and will be the items you fall back on.

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Eve Avery Ladies Boutique: Eve Avery Style Sense: Eve Avery is convinced she was born with a sense for style.

“Both of my parents were clothes horses, so I come by it honestly,” jokes Avery. Instead of defining herself as being a blend of classic or trendy, she’d prefer to use the words understated and unusual. Most days, you’ll find her in a great pair of pants, with lots of accessories, including jewelry.

Style That Works: It’s a fact of life. A woman’s body is always changing.

And sometimes, our look doesn’t keep up with what our body may be doing.

“I can help with that,” says Avery. She focuses on uncovering new looks for her customers, discovering the variation of a trend that will work perfectly for each individual woman. You’ll also find a fabulous selection of accessories, enabling you to give your outfit the finishing touches that make it flawless.

Advice: “It’s important to be open-minded about fashion,” says Avery.

“Recognize that our bodies change, but that’s okay. There are fabulous clothes that can fit you well at any age or stage.”

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Lines You’ll Find: Babette, Planet, Eileen Fisher

Must Haves: A denim legging that looks like a skinny slack rather than tights is smart, stylish and age appropriate.

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Chris Dalrymple

Gentlemen’s Corner: Chris Dalrymple

Style Sense: When Chris Dalrymple dresses, he embraces his shops’ motto: style for the coastal life. He mixes it up, blending classics looks with an up-to-date twist, giving us a glimpse of the unexpected. On a typical day, you may find him wearing a French cuffed shirt, a pair of suede shoes, a western belt and a five-pocket trouser – a new cut that is flattering on all men.

Carolina Style: For 30 years, Dalrymple has been committed to helping his customer mix it up a little, too. With a style he refers to as Southern, even the most conservative dresser can add a brightly colored cashmere sweater, a velvet jacket, a fabulous knit shirt with a wash to it, or a dark pair of up-to-date jeans to get a traditional look with a stylish flair.

Lines You’ll Find: Peter Millar, “Once a customer tries it out, he likes it,” Robert Talbott, Scott James, Martin says Dalrymple.

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Advice: “Style doesn’t always come naturally and even if it does, you sort of have to work at it a little bit. If you find a store that you trust and you like the way they are dressed, shop there,” says Dalrymple.

“They’ll help you out.”

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Branson Belt, Seaward and Stearn, Hiltl Trousers.

Must Haves: The five-pocket trouser, cut like a jean and available in a variety of fabrics. Gardeur Jean, exposing men to technical fabrics that enhance both the fit and the overall look. Either pant, when worn with a button-down shirt, a Frenchcuffed shirt, or even a pocket square and a blazer, is guaranteed to please.

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Lookin’ for Linda: Linda Taylor Style Sense: Leading a busy and active life, Linda Taylor looks for casual, comfortable clothes that have style. On a typical day, you’ll find her in a pair of capri pants with a more fashion-forward top.

Age Appropriate Fashion Sense: Taylor stocks clothing that can give her customers a stylish, age-appropriate look. This means having fun by adding color, whether it’s through a top, a scarf or another accessory. It also means helping her customers figure out the right way to do a trend, which can add a little something extra. “We can help make sure you don’t get stuck in the same look, and instead, try something new,” says Taylor.

Advice: “It’s important to wear clothing that fits your body type; don’t get pulled into trendy clothing that doesn’t fit your age and lifestyle,” suggests Taylor. She also reminds us to always wear something that feels comfortable; if we do, confidence follows.

Lines You’ll Find: Foxcroft blouses, Splendor sweaters

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Monkee’s of the Pines: Lucia Odom Style Sense: As a busy mother and businesswomen, Lucia Odom’s fashion philosophy is all about being both practical and stylish, while wearing clothing that makes her feel good. And while part of this is making sure she’s comfortable, she also likes to have on something that stands out, taking the most basic outfit up a notch. “Even if I’m in a great pair of Juicy sweats and a stylish t-shirt, I may add a chunky Michael Kors watch or a cobalt blue bag from Tory Burch,” says Odom.

Fashion Forward for All: At Monkee’s, you’ll find a selection for all ages, from middle schoolers to working mothers to retirees, as well as all shapes. “A Kate Spade skirt, for example, is not only fun and feminine, but is designed for real women with real figures,” says Odom.

“It can look just as good on a size two as it can a size 12.” In addition to finding trendier pieces that can be great additions to any wardrobe, you’ll also notice accessories that can help change the look of any outfit.

And if you’re nervous about getting a trend right, put your worries aside, as Odom can help you figure out the right way to do leggings, tall boots and a sweater during the cooler weather.

Advice: “Women shouldn’t be afraid of fashion. Too often people just assume that something isn’t going to look right,” says Odom. “We need to try things on and see that more often than not, we’ll be pleasantly surprised.”

Lucia Odom

Lines You’ll Find: Tory Burch, Kate Spade Must Haves: A good pair of dark, straight leg or skinny jeans are great to wear from day into night.

A tunic that can be worn with tights or belted over pants. A long basic winter coat can be an outfit all on its own. And last but not least, a great pair of basic tall boots never go out of style.

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Morgan Miller: Claudia Miller Style Sense: Claudia Miller has a common-sense approach to fashion.

She loves pieces that serve more than one purpose and can go many different places. And while she tends to be a more monochromatic dresser, with a foundation of clothing in shades of gray and black, she knows how to elevate her look by wearing that essential piece, adding ultimate style. “Just adding a beautiful scarf, a cuff bracelet, multiple chains or a fun piece of gold jewelry can completely transform any look,” says Miller.

A Lifestyle Style: Her style approach carries over to the shop, where you’ll find unique, high quality clothing that spans generations. And high quality doesn’t mean high dollar, as Miller stocks merchandise that sells at a wide range of price points, including a tremendous selection of dresses for every day. “I want my customers to find clothing that fits their lifestyle,” says Miller. “I want women to feel as though they can come in, look around and know that if they need help, I’ll be very responsive to their needs.”

This means helping her customers dress in the latest styles in age-appropriate ways, finding the ideal blend of trendy with a classic feel. And all those accessories that Miller adores are available, as any piece from her significant selection will add a chic element to your look.

Advice: “We should try and stop being critical of ourselves and instead, find our personality and let it show through in what we wear,” says Miller. To help us get organized, Miller suggests taking the clothes that we don’t wear out of our closet, so we’re only left with items that make us feel good and that we want to put on.

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Lines You’ll Find: Cookie Johnson, David Khan, Isda & Co, Donna Ricco dresses.

Claudia Miller

Must Haves: A great fitting pair of jeans. Right now, embrace the skinny jean. When paired with the right shoes, a great cardigan, a big handbag and a piece of jewelry, you’ve got a fresh new look.

So whether you’re hoping to find clothing that fits your shape, discover the ultimate pair of flattering jeans, invest in a few fabulous dresses or pick up that go-to necklace, rest assured that getting what you want has never been easier. With the finest selection of the latest fashions, your local boutiques are ready to help you uncover your best, put-together look. There’s something for everyone, so don’t wait. They’re ready for you to come on in.

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Moore County

Mus c Scene

Performing Arts Thrive in the Sandhills Situated just an hour south of NC’s capital and nestled perfectly between the mountains and the beach, Moore County is home to world-class golf, equestrian activities, artists and potters, as well as nationally-recognized healthcare. But talk to local residents and you may find another of the area’s best kept secrets – the flourishing music backdrop of areas like Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Carthage, and Foxfire.

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“We play traditional ‘sweet’ bluegrass and country songs.” -The Crawley Creek Company Band The Crawley Creek Company, for example, is a bluegrass band that’s been playing together in a five-member formation since 1963 and favors traditional “sweet” bluegrass and country songs with a little gospel thrown in for good measure. The lineup includes Wayne Livengood (guitar), Max Livengood (slide & steel guitar, mandolin, banjo, dobro & fiddle), Mark Fry (guitar), Noah Richardson (bass), and Austin Cameron (banjo). “We play old pieces like Lara’s Theme and tunes by Johnny Cash, Lester Flatt, and Earl Scruggs,” says Wayne. He believes that audiences enjoy them because the music reminds them of something from their past. “We get a lot of requests for older tunes,” says Livengood.

Formerly known as The Bluegrass Tarheels, the band was started by brothers Wayne and Max who began playing together around age 10. They formed their first group at age 21 and have been performing music they love ever since. The band’s new name comes from the Crawley Creek community just north of Carthage, and includes two fourteen year old musicians – Richardson and Cameron. “We have a new dedication and enthusiasm,” says Livengood, “and sharing music like this means that we’re all on a first name basis – no one’s a ‘mister.’” Only the three eldest members sing, although Cameron does have one line in the crowd favorite, Fox On The Run. As the boys mature and their voices stabilize, they may branch out a bit more.

The Crawley Creek Company plays the Candor Bluegrass Festival twice a year, the NC Turkey and Chatham County Pumpkin Festivals, churches, weddings, and other celebrations. You can follow their schedule at facebook.com/pages/Crawley-Creek-Company/ 180674077197. “The only places we don’t play are honkytonks and beer joints,” says Livengood. “We’re trying to teach the boys that you can have a good time living a clean life and enjoying your craft.”

Southern Pines’ Danny Infantino has been a professional musician all of his life. With live classical guitar performances, he’s appeared on cruise ships and everywhere from New York, to Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, and Bermuda before settling in NC. Infantino holds a Master of Music degree in classical guitar performance, and was himself a music professor at Sandhills Community College for twenty-three years before retiring. Currently performing at both Chef Warren’s and 195 in Southern Pines, Infantino is often booked for private functions as well as weddings. He has eleven CD recordings – three that feature his solo guitar medleys and arrangements – and he owns his own recording studio. “I still teach guitar, all ages and styles, and have a lot of young people that study with me,” he says.

One of his most consistent successes, however, is doing work for radio, film, and television. Composing both original works and different arrangements of public domain material, Infantino submits to online music libraries that serve as MP3 resources for the industry. “Say, for example, you’re on CSI and the circus is in town … you don’t hire a band to play the circus music,” he says, “you go to libraries and search for what you need within collections of all sorts of instrumental and vocal music.” With over 100 pieces available, Infantino’s work has been used on shows from All My Children to My Name Is Earl.

He plans to continue writing and recording music in the new year and is, at present, producing an album by Rick Smith, a singer whose eclectic collection will be out in early 2011. “It’s been fun trying a variety of things in a variety of styles,” Infantino says. Listen to samples of his 2009 album, Table For Two, among other works at dannyinfantino.com, on iTunes, or CDBaby.

Classical guitarist Danny Infantino composes pieces for music libraries in film and television.

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Jill McCloy plays the hammered dulcimer in McDonalds Chapel Acoustic Music Circle. More of a playing opportunity than a group, per se, the circle draws those who play and those who just like to listen. “We play traditional music once a month; it’s like a little jam session,” says McCloy. The gatherings vary based on who attends each month and what they’re inspired to play.

David McDonald, another member of the music circle, helped found The April Fools Old Time String Band in 2007. The band’s lineup includes McDonald (fiddle), Sherman Jourdian (guitar & vocals), Steven Hedgpeth (banjo), and Allen Ashdown (bass). “Our style is similar to bluegrass with a driving rhythm,” says McDonald. “The songs we love are mostly from the 1920s and could be called mountain music, but our style is a little faster and more percussive than the standard.”

Playing a traditional old-time repertoire, The April Fools are known for streamlined fiddling, rowdy and ragged vocals and guitar, and erratic clawhammer banjo underscored by a bass pulse. They play monthly at the Wine Cellar in Southern Pines, enjoy appearances at Manness’ Pottery Barn and local fiddler conventions. The band also donates their time to nonprofit performances at the Historic Bryant House and Sandhills Children’s Center, among others. “In addition to local bookings, we’ve also played private events as far out as Pittsboro, Greensboro, Raleigh and were recently invited to be guest performers at the Grand Master Fiddler Championship in Nashville, TN,” says McDonald.

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The band placed second in the 2009 old-time string band competition at the Hoppin’ John Fiddler’s Convention, and won the band contest at the Fall GrassRoots Festival that same year. In 2010, The April Fools took first place in the band competition at High Falls. They plan to keep on playing. “We hope to influence others to play for the love of music and are constantly listening for new tunes to learn and introduce to our audiences,” says McDonald. “And we hope more local businesses will continue to invite live musicians to perform.” Learn more about the band at myspace.com/theaprilfools2.

This is, of course, just a sampling of the talent out there. Our county is privileged to have so many good musicians in a wide range of genres, and with continued support from businesses and the community, the arts will continue to thrive. For more, check out The Rooster’s Wife House Concert Series (theroosterswife.org), a private non-profit association striving to preserve North Carolina’s cultural heritage with affordable programs that everyone can enjoy. The program allows you to sponsor local musicians and also help bring national folk musicians to the scene.

“Our style is similar to bluegrass with a driving rhythm... faster and more percussive.”

- The April Fools

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DINNER FOR TWO: The ultimate guy menu

All right gentlemen, cupid has been showing up in all of the media! Roses are appearing everywhere and the scent of romance is in the air. It is that time of the year, aah February 14th – you reach for the phone book to find the perfect restaurant…come on guys, how about stepping it up a notch and showing her your culinary prowess?

I have created a menu to set the tone that won’t require a culinary degree. Just one shopping trip and a couple of hours over the old hot stove and you will set the stage for a sizzling culinary evening.

Menu Bellinis with cheese and honey The ultimate seafood cocktail Herbed roast rack of lamb and grilled asparagus salad sauce vierge Quick chocolate mousse

Guystructions I have simplified the method for each recipe into “man language” to accommodate for our inability to read instructions.

Quick timing notes Most of the menu can be prepared well in advance; see individual notes under each recipe. Prior to serving the seafood cocktail, I suggest placing the rack of lamb in the pre-heated oven. When you have finished eating the first course, return to the kitchen and check the rack. If it looks good and the lamb meat is semi firm to the touch (use your grilling instinct!) remove it from the oven and let it relax; pour a little more wine and wait a while.

Finishing touches Order flowers for the table, chill the glasses, break out the china (if married), candles!, set up an excellent play list on the music player, and don’t forget to dress the part, maestro!

And remember, it’s okay if it doesn’t quite turn out like the glossy pictures!

Bellini cocktails 1 cup strawberries 2 Tbsp sugar 1 bottle posecco Method 1. Chill wine.

2. Chill a couple of flutes.

3. Remove stem and wash strawberries.

4. Place the berries in blender along with sugar, blitz.

5. Pour puree into anther container and chill.

To serve Pop and pour the prosecco into the glass to about a third and pour in some puree.

Cheese and honey Set up a small platter with a selection of cheese, some marcona almonds and a nice honey. Cheese suggestions: Brie, manchago, Parmesan, blue, goat and feta.

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The ultimate seafood cocktail 1 small can crab 6 shrimp, cooked 6 green lip mussels, cooked (in the freezer section) Other seafood if you desire 1 avocado halved, stone removed, and scooped out (do this last minute it will discolor over time) 1 lemon 1 cup mayonnaise ¼ cup ketchup 3 Tbsp orange juice 2 martini glasses Method 1. To make the sauce, blend the mayonnaise with the ketchup and orange juice.

2. Place some salad chopped in the bottom of the martini glass.

3. Throw in some of the avocado.

4. Place the various seafood on top.

5. Drizzle some of the sauce on top of the seafood.

6. Garnish with lemon.

Tip This needs to be constructed last minute to maintain freshness

Herbed roast rack of lamb and grilled asparagus salad sauce vierge Herbed roast rack of lamb 1 rack of lamb Dijon mustard 1 tbsp herbs du province 1 cup dried bread crumbs Salt and pepper Method 1. Mix the herbs with the bread crumbs.

2. Pat the lamb rack dry with paper towel.

3. Season on both sides with salt and pepper.

4. Using a pastry brush, dip once into the Dijon and brush the exposed meat of the rack, including the fat cap.

5. Dip the lamb mustard side down into the breadcrumbs pressing firmly.

6. Place on a roasting pan.

7. Cook in a pre heated oven at 375 degrees for about 20 minutes.

To serve cut in half.

Tip It is always good to let the meat relax in a warm place for about 10 minutes prior to serving.

Asparagus 1 bunch asparagus Oil Salt and pepper Method 1. Turn on the grill.

2. Cut about 1 inch off the cut end of the asparagus.

3. Oil and season the asparagus.

4. Grill gently for about 5 to 8 minutes turning the asparagus often.

5. Chill the asparagus.

Sauce vierge ½ cup EVOO ½ lemon juice only 1 tsp whole coriander seeds 1 roma tomato, diced 4 fresh basil leaves to be chopped and added last minute Method: 1. On a chopping board, crush the coriander with the bottom of a clean sauce pan.

2. Place the coriander in a small bowl.

3. Add the remaining ingredients.

4. This can sit out at room temperature for about 2 hours prior to serving.

Quick chocolate mousse 6 oz dark chocolate 2 cups cream 3 oz sugar ½ oz liqueur (e.g. Grand mariner, amaretto, cassis) Method 1. Melt chocolate in a double boiler.

2. Whip the cream and sugar until 95% whipped (soft peaks).

3. Take 1/4 of the cream and fold it into the chocolate to temper.

4. Add liquor.

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5. Pour chocolate mixture back into cream; fold together. Place in your preferred serving piece.

6. Put in fridge to chill for at least 4 hours.

Tips Make this the day before. Served topped with some berries. Keep it simple – place in the middle of the table to share.

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TEA WITH GENERAL & MRS. ROBERT E. LEE | January 1 | 2:30pm | Lady Bedfords Tea Parlor | 910.255.0100 PICTORIAL HISTORY - EARLIEST BUILDINGS AND COTTAGES IN THE VILLAGE | January 6 | 3:30pm | Given Memorial Library CAROLINA PHILHARMONIC CHAMBER MUSIC “TWELFTH NIGHT” | January 6 | 4pm | Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 300 Dundee Road, Pinehurst | 910.687.4746, www.CarolinaPhil.org

NC SYMPHONY CONCERT - DEBUSSY’S LA MER | January 6 | 8pm | Pinecrest High School Auditorium, Southern Pines | 877.627.6724 ART EXHIBIT & OPENING RECEPTION | January 7 | 6-8pm | Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines | 910.692.2787 NORTH CAROLINA WINES | January 7 | Uncorked | 910.215.0775 MOVIE IN HONOR OF ELVIS PRESLEY’S BIRTHDAY | January 7 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376 THE MET AT THE SUNRISE - LA FANCIULLA DEL WEST | January 8 | 1pm | The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines | www.sunrisetheater.com FREE DEMONSTRATION | January 8, 15, 22, 29 & February 5, 12, 19, 26 | Noon & 2pm | Kitchen Essence | 910.255.0665 www.kitchenessence.com

UNTAPPED, FOUNDERS VERSUS NEW HOLLAND | January 14 | Uncorked | 910.215.0775

GLAUCOMA AWARENESS MONTH | January 18 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376 SOUTHEAST ASIAN, MALAYSIAN, THAI | January 20 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com

THE FOUR REGIONS OF GRENACHE | January 21 | Uncorked | 910.215.0775

THE PIPE OPENER I DRESSAGE AND COMBINED TEST | January 22 | Carolina Horse Park, just off Hwy 211 | 910.875.2074, www.carolinahorsepark.com AUSTRALIA FOUNDED | January 25 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376 SWISS DINING TIME | January 25 | Kitchen Essence | 910.255.0665 www.kitchenessence.com

SANDHILLS WOMAN’S EXCHANGE REOPENING | February 1 | 10:00am | 15 Azalea Road, Pinehurest, NC | 910.295.4677 BASQUE COUNTRY, TAPAS | February 2 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com MOORE ON STAGE - “EVITA!” | February 2-6 | Wedy-Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm | Pinecrest High School, Southern Pines | 910.692.7118, www.mooreonstage.com SUPPER CLUB SMORGASBORD | February 3 | Kitchen Essence | 910.255.0665 www.kitchenessence.com JAMES DODSON, GUEST SPEAKER | February 3 | 3:30pm | Given Memorial Library ART EXHIBIT & OPENING RECEPTION | February 4 | 6-8pm | Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines | 910.692.2787

CATALAN (CLASSIC), TAPAS | January 25 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com FRIEND TO FRIEND “WOMEN HELPING WOMEN” LUNCHEON | January 26 | 11:30am | CCNC | moorefriends.org SUNEVENT AT THE SUNRISE – RAISING THE ROOF | January 29 | 7:30pm | Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines | 910.692.3611 MOMMY AND ME MAKE OVERS! | January 29 | Soap and Silk Beauty Boutique | 110 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Southern Pines | 910.688.3709, www.soapandsilkapothecary.com

THE ROOSTER’S WIFE CONCERT SERIES | January 9 | 6pm | 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen | 910.944.7502, visit wwww.theroosterswife.org

RIBS AND BEER | January 30 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com

MYSTERY TRIP | January 10 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376

MORNING COFFEE BREAK | February 1 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376

A HEARTY TASTE OF NORTHERN EUROPE | January 11, 18 | Kitchen Essence | 910.255.0665 www.kitchenessence.com

COOKING THROUGH TEXAS | February 1, 8, 15, 22 | 5:30 | Kitchen Essence | 910.255.0665 www.kitchenessence.com

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BATTLE OF THE “INKY WINES” | February 4 | Uncorked | 910.215.0775 LUNCH BUNCH | February 7 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376 TEA IN HONOR OF PRESIDENT & MRS. GEORGE WASHINGTON | February 8 | 2:30pm | Lady Bedfords Tea Parlor | 910.255.0100 “NOCHE BUENO” MEXICAN & LATIN FLAVORS | February 9 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com NC SYMPHONY CONCERT - LISZT AND SHOSTAKOVICH | February 10 | 8pm | Pinecrest High School Auditorium, Southern Pines | 877.627.6724 HEART ‘N SOUL OF JAZZ WEEKEND | February 11-12 | 8pm | Cardinal Ballroom, Pinehurst Resort, Carolina Vista, Pinehurst | 800.487.4653, www.mooreart.org MID PINES MEN’S INVITATIONAL | February 11-12 | Mid Pines Inn and Golf Club, 1010 Midland Road, Southern Pines | 910.692.2114 PRETTY LITTLE SECRETS | February 12 | Soap and Silk Beauty Boutique | 110 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Southern Pines | 910.688.3709, www.soapandsilkapothecary.com

AN EVENING OF LOVE AND ROMANCE | February 12 | 7:30pm | Richmond Community College’s Cole Auditorium; Hamlet, NC | 910410-1691, coleaud@richmondcc.edu.

CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES | February 14 | 8pm | Sunrise Theater, Broad Street, Southern Pines | 910.692.2787 VALENTINE’S SOIREE WITH THE CAROLINA PHILHARMONIC | February 14 | 2:30pm & 7pm | Founders Hall, Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, 300 Dundee Road, Pinehurst | 910.687.4746, visit wwww.CarolinaPhil.org BARCELONA (MODERN), TAPAS | February 16 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com BARBERA | February 18 | Uncorked | 910.215.0775 INTERNATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS CENTER & MUSEUM | February 19 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376 CAMERON WINTERFEST | February 19 | Along Carthage St. (Hwy 24/27) in historic Cameron | www.antiquesofcameron. com CAMELLIA SHOW | February 19 | Noon4:30pm | Pinehurst Village Town Hall, 395 Magnolia Drive in Pinehurst

SEAGROVE WINTERFEST | February 1920 | Participating Seagrove pottery shops | 336.873.7887, ncpottery122@embarqmail.com RUTH PAULY LECTURE SERIES | February 22 | 7:30pm | Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College, Airport Road, Southern Pines | 910.692.8571 DIM SUM, CHINESE | February 23 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com NC SYMPHONY CONCERT - COPLAND AND RACHMANINOFF | February 24 | 8pm | Pinecrest High School Auditorium, Southern Pines | 877.627.6724 7TH ANNUAL SPELLING BEE FOR LITERACY | February 24 | 7pm | Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College | 910.692.5954, www.mcliteracy.com SENIOR APPRECIATION DAY | February 25 | Town of Southern Pines | 910.692.7376 THE MET AT THE SUNRISE - IPHIGENIE EN TAURIDE | February 26 | 1pm | The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines | www.sunrisetheater.com CURRY HOUSE | February 27 | Elliotts On Linden | 910.215.0775, www.elliottsonlinden.com

THE MET AT THE SUNRISE - NIXON IN CHINA | February 12 | 1pm | The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines | www.sunrisetheater.com

A complete list of events throughout the Sandhills’ can be found on our website.

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SERVED Sunday after-church dinner was once the Southern tradition, a bucket of fried chicken and BBQ by the pound was considered eating out. A quiet rebellion is stirring, ready to trump Mamma’s pot roast & gravy. It’s brunch!

Many locally-owned restaurants have made Sunday their day of rest, but tucked within the towering longleaf pines there are truly great spots to be found. From Thai cuisine at Table on the Green to an icy-tiered fresh seafood buffet at Mid Pines Inn, Sunday brunch is more than just eggs. It’s the toast of the town.

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The Mid Pines Inn

Dish to Try: rack of Lamb 11:30am – 2:00pm Reservations requested, walk-ins welcome $27 per person includes tax and service in 1921 the Mid Pines inn was built to accommodate the overflow from the Pinehurst resort. the stately georgian-style inn is widely known for its legendary southern sunday brunch. the inn’s sun drenched glassed-in porch overlooking the golf course is one of the loveliest dining spots in the sandhills. Mid Pines redefines the meaning of buffet with carving, omelet and waffle stations; icy mounds of fresh seafood and luscious fruit displays.

The Ironwood Café

Dish to Try: southern Benedict 10:00am – 1:30pm Reservations requested, walk-ins welcome.

Average Price $12 the ironwood café is in itself a lovely work of art. natural elements, a modern vibe and fluid lines; it’s the cool place to brunch. chef nathan continenza has shied away from traditional omelets with his signature egg scrambles. From the crab Louie scramble to cointreau marinated apple Praline French toast; the ironwood café has perfected its own unique style.

The Sly Fox The Pinecrest Inn

Dish to Try: chef Jeff’s three Pepper omelet 6:30am – 10:00am am buffet $7 10:00am – 1:00pm buffet $10 the Pinecrest inn, built in 1913, has a faithful following. some “brunchers” have stayed true for more than 20 years. the century-old lobby and dining room are warm and inviting. From fresh baked glorious Morning muffins to a made-to-order omelet station and traditional breakfast buffet, the Pinecrest does it well!

Dish to Try: steak & eggs (grilled ribeye with chimichiri sauce, Vegetable hash and Free-range eggs) 11:30am – 2:30pm Average Price $13

the sly Fox is the newest dandy on the sunday brunch parade. a gastropub is just what it is. the menu is rooted in fresh ingredients harvested from local farmers and ranchers when possible. What better way to cap off the week than with a hearty, full english breakfast and a stout dark ale chased by a relaxing game of darts.

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Table on the Green Sunday Brunch Dishes to Try: Corn Beef Hash, Chicken Pad Thai 10:00am – 2:00pm Average Price $7

Table on the Green offers a unique hybrid brunch of traditional Southern fare spliced with Thai cuisine with surprisingly wonderful results. Owners Chai and Jeab Phasukkan hail from the five star San Regis Hotel in New York. The key to their success is giving guests what they want with a dash of the unexpected!

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The Ryder Cup at The Carolina Hotel Dish to Try: Pinehurst BLT 6:00am – 11:00am Average Price $15 Reservations requested, walk-ins welcome

The Ryder Cup menu is a playful eclectic blend of morning foods jazzed up and served with style. From the Coconut Chicken Curry to the Very Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Pancakes, it’s a menu that comforts and excites. But what more should you expect, The Carolina has graciously made its guests feel at home since 1901. It’s true Southern hospitality at its finest.

If you need a little inspiration to get your family motivated on Sunday morning, maybe the lure of brunch will light a flavorful fire!

All of these restaurants are now taking reservations for Easter, Mother’s Day & Father’s Day.

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Southern Treasures that Brighten Winter

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it’s winter in the sandhills, and odds are good that there’s a newcomer wondering how on earth those “roses” are blooming.

“Those aren’t roses,” says Lou Bryant with a knowing chuckle. as a longtime member of the american Camellia society, Bryant has heard stories of how people new to the southeast are sometimes duped by camellias with their colorful blooms, rose-shaped flowers and glossy green leaves. Call it camellia confusion, if you will.

But one thing that’s clear is that these plants are treasures in the southeast. They thrive in the climate, and southern gardeners can’t get enough of the thousands of camellia varieties. For Bryant, they’re so beautiful she just can’t name her favorite variety. she says her preference is the one she’s looking at or the one that’s blooming in her yard. “i just like the many different forms a camellia takes,” says Bryant. “They’re beautiful…the pink, red and variegated [multicolored]. and the perfect white flower is a sight to behold.” since their introduction to the united states more than 200 years ago, camellias have garnered a following of gardeners devoted to their growth and care. in the Pinehurst area, the sandhills Camellia society is one organization that appreciates the beauty of these plants. and nearby in Fayetteville, there’s a camellia garden nestled inside the 79-acre Cape Fear Botanical garden; raleigh is home to the J.C. raulston arboretum, which features a winter garden where camellias are featured for their color and fragrance.

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Q a i l l e m a C e th 1. Camellias originated in asia; plants were brought to america in 1797.

2. Camellias are trees.

3. Camellias cannot thrive in pots.

They’re strictly in-the-ground plants.

4. Because they’re so hardy, camellias may be fertilized at any time.

5. in north Carolina, major pruning should take place after the camellias have bloomed.

1. True. And they were first grown in New England greenhouses. 2. True. Technically, it is a tree, says Lou Bryant; although most gardeners don’t let them get that big. 3. False.

Camellias can thrive in pots, as long as they’re repotted every two to three years. 4. False. To avoid burning the leaves, don’t use fertilizer when temperatures are higher than 90 degrees Fahrenheit. 5. True. This gives plenty of time for new growth to emerge and harden off before fall, says Bryant.

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Camellia Show Looking for an opportunity to talk with experts, see beautiful camellia blooms and spot those varieties that are hard to ďŹ nd? if you moved into a new home and would like someone to identify the type of camellia in your yard, or if you’d like to enter a bloom of your own to be judged, a camellia show could be the spot for you.

Check out this upcoming show!

February 19, 2011 Where: Pinehurst, Pinehurst Village Hosted by: Sandhills Camellia Society

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Many uses

a camellia plant can easily grace a home’s landscape on its own or when grouped with other plants as part of a hedge. and they can be cut and brought indoors for arrangements as well, although they must be arranged properly since blooms can be somewhat heavy. For this reason, camellias are often displayed in shallow bowls of water. some enthusiasts wax camellias, a process where the bloom is dipped in a paraffin wax, mineral oil and ice water mixture to make it last longer and to give the bloom an attractive shine.

But not all camellias are simply pretty faces. Did you know that camellias (specifically the small, white sinensis variety) are also grown for tea? in fact, south Carolina is home to the Charleston Tea Plantation, where conditions are optimal for growing camellias to produce both black and green tea.

The future

Beyond simply being appreciated, camellias are also a source of pursuit for serious gardeners. “everybody’s looking for the elusive yellow camellia,” explains Bryant. other serious endeavors include growing uncommon varieties in greenhouses, as well as using gibberellic acid to “gib” the camellia into blooming six weeks sooner than its typical plant cycle would create. hybrid camellias are becoming more popular, and some hybrids can withstand colder conditions.

But no matter where the future takes camellias, the beloved plants are rooted in southern history. While so many plants and flowers are dormant, camellias come through with their breath taking color. as long as the winter’s not too harsh, many parts of north Carolina will have camellias from fall to spring. “it can be iffy…and Mother nature controls it,” says Bryant, who treasures a photo of one of her camellias dusted with new-fallen white snow. now there’s a bright spot in a chilly winter!

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Reading List from The Country Bookshop

suggested reading for

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Cold Winter Months

THE ATTENBURY EMERALDS

by Jill Paton Walsh $25.99 • fiction/hardcover a plea for help from the grandson of his first client takes Lord Peter Wimsey, along with detective novelist harriet Vane (characters originally created by Dorothy sayers), back 30 years to 1921 when he encountered the attenbury emeralds on his very first case.

THE WEED THAT STRINGS THE HANGMAN’S BAG by Alan Bradley $15 • fiction/paperback a dangerously smart 11-year old with a passion for chemistry and a genius for solving murders thinks that her days of crime-solving are over - until a beloved puppeteer has his own strings sizzled in an unfortunate rendezvous with electricity.

THE DEATH INSTINCT by Jed Rubenfeld $26.95 • fiction/hardcover rubenfeld mixes fact and fiction in his historical novel, set in 1920, about the first terrorist attack on Wall street, the deadliest bombing in the nation’s 150 year history.

BIRD CLOUD by Annie Proulx $26 • non-fiction/hardcover Part family history, part naturalist’s journal, Proulx’s first work of nonfiction in more than 20 years chronicles her experience building a house on a spectacularly beautiful piece of land in Wyoming.

HEARTSTONE by C. J. Sansom $27.95 • fiction/hardcover in the fifth entry in the Matthew shardlake tudor Mystery series, shardlake’s mission for Queen catherine Parr takes him to Portsmouth where King henry Viii’s warships prepare to defend england against a massive attack by the French.

NOAH’S COMPASS by Anne Tyler $15 • fiction/paperback tyler offers a humorous and compassionate novel about a schoolteacher, forced to retire at age 61, who must suddenly come to terms with the final phase of his life.

SO COLD THE RIVER by Michael Koryta $14.99 • fiction/paperback a woman hires a filmmaker to make a documentary about her father-in-law – a 95-year-old billionaire whose past is wrapped in mystery.

THE MEMORY PALACE by Mira Bartok $25 • non-fiction/hardcover a debilitating injury affects a woman’s memories of her long-estranged, now-dying schizophrenic mother, until a trunk of diaries, photographs and mementos trigger a flood of memories that give her access to the past she believed lost forever.

MIRACLE ON THE HUDSON

by William Prochnau and Laura Parker $15 • non-fiction/paperback on the second anniversary of the crash of Flight 1549, the survivors join in a group memoir, sharing their story of chaos and stoicism, fortuitous mistakes and quick instincts, and heroism and hope.

COMMITTED by Elizabeth Gilbert $16 • non-fiction/paperback in an intimate celebration of love, the author of eat, PraY, LoVe shares her complex and sometimes frightening journey into a second marriage.

author events: tuesday, January 4, 7:00pm Steve Bouser Death of a Pinehurst Princess reservations are required.

tuesday, January 11, 5:00pm Gary Pearce with Governor Jim Hunt Jim Hunt: A Biography reservations are required.

sunday, January 23, 2:00pm Anthony (Tony) Abbott, John Balaban & Stephen Smith Reading selected works of poetry

Friday, January 28, 3:30 pm Juliette Fay Deep Down True

all Meet the author events will be held at the country Bookshop, 140 nW Broad street, southern Pines, nc 28387. For reservations call 910.692.3211.

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COMING UP IN THE NEXT

PINEHURST

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MAGAZINE

SPRING FASHION From dresses to handbags and everything in between, we’ll show you the must have looks for men and women this spring.

BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMS Does your loo need a new look? From your downstairs powder room to the master bath, local designers share their secrets for creating beautiful bathrooms.

SENSATIONAL SPAS There are more spas than ever before and the list of services is extensive – how do you choose the right spa and the right treatment for yourself? We take you inside the area’s best spas and share our favorites.

FARM FRESH The warmth of spring is just around the corner and along with it come trips to the farmer’s market. We’ll share tips from farmers on picking the best fruits and veggies plus share great recipes.

PLUS

Wine Review • Book Review Sandhills Social Sightings • Chef’s Corner

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REFRESH

your home The holidays are over! Your tree is in recycling and all of the sparkle you added for the holidays is now tucked into boxes and safely stored away until next year. But your home doesn’t look right…what’s wrong?

You were satisfied with the look of every room before the holidays but now…it looks plain, even dull. During the holidays every room has the perfect finishing touch. So now that those touches are tucked away maybe it’s time to add new touches by refreshing your accessories!

We asked local shops and decorators for ideas on accessories that will make you fall in love with every room again.

Silk Tulips in Vase $295 Available at Le Faux Chateau

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Small boxwood greenery ball $69, Boxwood greenery topiary $121 Available at Aldena Frye South Custom silk floral basket $145 Available at Aldena Frye Floral Design

Red Gurgle Pitcher $39.99 Available at Cameron & Co

White porcelain ginger jar $81.25, Faux wax candle with remote control $26 Available at Aldena Frye Floral Design

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Bright colorful framed artwork $110 each Available at One Eleven Main

hand-pierced tin starlights from Mexico also known as “Moravian stars”. they come with star cut-outs or flower cut-outs; with a silver or bronze-colored lacquer finish.

Available at Framer’s Cottage

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Framed Artwork $300, Green Vase $99.95, Handpainted Pillow $95, Black and Yellow Flower Lamp $349.99 Available at Southern Chic

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Payne Stewart

GOLF CLUB a reminder of Pinehurst connection

North Carolina’s Chuck Smith designed tribute course to Stewart in Missouri

Payne Stewart Bronze Statue

As a scoring volunteer at the 1999 U.S. Open, Chuck Smith was just as excited as the next guy surrounding the 18th green when Payne Stewart sank his dramatic 15-footer to capture golf’s most prestigious championship.

Little did Smith know that a decade later he would be forever linked with the late Stewart in a golf course design in Missouri just as stunning as the popular pro’s notorious winning putt.

Smith is a landscape architect by trade and a golf course architect by love, with just two Triangle-area golf layouts officially on his resume – River Ridge in Raleigh and Crooked Creek in Fuquay-Varina.

That was before a longtime friendship with pro golfer and TV analyst Bobby Clampett landed the Cary resident squarely in the forefront of a lasting tribute to Stewart, who is immortalized at

Pinehurst Resort with a large “fist-pumping” bronze statue guarding the rear of course No. 2.

What started out as an $8 million golf course in Branson that would recognize a Missouri native who hit the big time in professional golf has now opened as a $30 million “grass museum” to the man who made it cool for golfers to wear ivy caps and plus fours.

“Everything in this business is a treasure and you have to treat it that way,” said the 58-year-old Smith. “That’s why this was such a big deal to me. I treated every day I was on the site like it was gold.”

Set in the Ozarks less than an hour from Stewart’s hometown of Springfield, Missouri, Payne Stewart Golf Club is destined to become one of the nation’s top 100 public golf courses with a spectacular valley setting dotted with streams, waterfalls and unique rock formations Smith carved and blasted out of the hilly and stony terrain.

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Payne Stewart Golf Club

“The ultimate compliment is we’ve been opened a little more than a year and we hold a letter of intent with the PGA Tour, and they want to bring an event here,” said T.J. Baggett, director of golf at Payne Stewart Golf Club.

Before tackling each hole, there is a plaque associated with Stewart’s golfing past, and wife Tracey donated about 300 items of memorabilia that adorn a clubhouse that honors the three-time major champion.

“You come away from playing a round and you know Payne,” Smith said. “We went through just tons of stories.”

In a fitting tribute, the plaque on No. 18 tells the story of Stewart’s U.S. Open victory at Pinehurst, his “One Moment in Time” that is now immortalized at not one, but two golf course locations – one designed by legendary Donald Ross and another by an unassuming architect with a common name – Chuck Smith.

The Payne Stewart Golf Club is equipped with a 25,000 square foot clubhouse that doubles as a memorabilia museum to the late golfer, who died a few months after winning the ‘99 Open aboard a private jet that lost cabin pressure and crashed.

At first glance, Smith’s involvement in the memorial course to the Hall of Fame golfer is difficult to understand and almost implausible. Why would a developer from Birmingham, Alabama, who had a previous connection with one of the game’s greatest architects – Tom Fazio – settle on a guy like Smith, who blazed a profitable path with his Triangle landscape architecture work but whose golf architecture experience would be akin to “dabbing” compared to the giants of the business?

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Chuck Smith Photograph by April Maness

Well, planners of Payne Stewart Golf Club didn’t want a highprofile architect who would overshadow Stewart’s memory, and when Clamplett was asked to consult on the project and possibly design it, he recommended his longtime Cary friend and design colleague – none other than Chuck Smith – for the job.

Smith had been down this road with Clampett before, the two partnering on a golf course in Tennessee with the pro Clampett as the “name” on the project and Smith as the hands-on architect who produced the design work. Other potential projects over the last decade had also been floated in various states, even in the Caribbean, but none developed beyond the planning stages for the two friends.

“I’ve had these calls before,” Smith said. “Yeah, we’re going to Colorado, we’re going to St. Martin, we’re going to Oklahoma. By this time I’m obviously a little bit more jaded and my eyes are opened more, and I thought, ‘Well, this will be fun, I enjoy going on trips but I’ll believe it when I see it.’ And I thought, ‘Why are they talking to us?

Why is anybody talking to me?’ Especially when you understand how hard this business is. It used to be for every 100 golf courses on paper, 10 may be designed and two get built. Now, maybe one gets built today out of 1,000 on paper because the money is so different.”

However, it became “real” for Smith when Payne Stewart Golf Club developer Mark Elgin flew to the Triangle to check out Smith’s limited golf course work.

“Mark came and looked at River Ridge and Crooked Creek to see if I had done anything,” Smith said with a chuckle. “He had worked with Fazio in Birmingham, so he had experiences with different designers.

And to this day I have no idea why we got the job.

“I’m sure we did it cheaper than Fazio would have done it. I know the game well enough to know that if I’m going to get a job I’m not going after market rights, I’ve got to go with something less than that. I know the reality of it, and that was probably factored in.”

For Smith, who grew up in Charlotte watching his artist father produce golf marketing material for courses like Pine Needles in the 1960s, and whose first and second loves were landscape design and golf, the Missouri experience seemed almost surreal to him.

“When you’re a boy and grow up playing in dirt, man to do that on 200 acres, moving all that dirt around, you’re just being a big kid again,” said Smith, who has a master’s degree from N.C. State.

With that said, the terrain in the southwest corner of Missouri – in the heart of the Ozarks – is more rock than dirt, and Smith set out to “tame” the site with limited rock expertise.

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“At the beginning of this I would say I knew what I was doing, but I didn’t know what I was doing,” Smith said sheepishly. “At that time, I knew rock a little bit from River Ridge, but I didn’t know Missouri rock. The level of difficulty in building that thing took me places I had never been before. But you don’t eat the elephant all at one time, you do it one bite at a time. If you do it day by day, you can figure it out.”

Smith oversaw dozens of 12-foot sections of rock blasting in order to produce workable golf course topography as the price tag of the project began to increase and the time spent building the layout stretched to two and a half years – long by normal golf architect standards.

“I love the view of the first hole because it is very friendly for that first shot,” Smith said. “Everything kind of bowls toward the fairway, but what you don’t see is the 25 feet of fill down to the ravine. You’ve got this partnership with the real estate developers, so they were basically giving us the low land for golf.

“I’m certainly very proud and I knew what this was for me, and that I will never do another golf course that had this kind of money thrown at it, and this kind of story behind it, and the potential that this course holds,” Smith said.

If you can tame the low lands I think you get great views, because you’re looking out over things rather than on top when things are falling away, so you have a completely different experience, but then you are dealing with water. Three-fourths of golf course design is managing water. The cost gets up to $20 million quickly because there is a lot of pipe and things you’re dealing with.

“We walked that site in the snow, walked hundreds of acres just looking for features. The ninth hole has a little waterfall around the green. That was a wonderful thing to discover when you’re sort of walking through the woods and there it is,” Smith said.

“If you can remember every shot, then you’ve got something.

There are a lot of memorable shots at Payne Stewart Golf Club. You can go back and recall most of your round, even a year later. If you create a place that can do that, then it’s a better golf experience.”

“The ultimate compliment is we’ve been opened a little more than a year and we hold a letter of intent with the PGA Tour, and they want to bring an event here,” said T.J. Baggett, director of golf at Payne Stewart Golf Club.

For now, Smith is back in a Cary office, having just finished off plans for a new park in Clayton as well as designing a four-mile greenway around the city of Greensboro. He’s also fielding his fair share of compliments a golf course layout that borders on the spectacular while paying tribute to a golfing great with Tar Heel connections.

“I’m certainly very proud and I knew what this was for me, and that I will never do another golf course that had this kind of money thrown at it, and this kind of story behind it, and the potential that this course holds,” Smith said.

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Children’s Health You swore you needed a manual when you brought that baby home from the hospital. Years later there’s still so much you don’t know – about general health, teeth, eyes. here, Pinehurst Magazine breaks it all down.

You’ll want to save these pages.

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TEETH More than 70 percent of kids in the u.s. today will wear or require braces at some time in their lives. Dr. Michael henry, a local orthodontist with offices in both Pinehurst and Laurinburg, gives us the inside scoop.

Braces: a lot has changed over the past few decades, but one thing hasn’t: the age a child goes for a consult. “typically we’ll see females at 10, 11 or 12 and boys at 11, 12, or 13,” says Dr. henry. “Females get teeth in earlier, and they may start a year ahead of a typical boy.” however, if your child has a crossbite, overbite, impacted teeth or missing teeth, he or she may need to see the orthodontist as early as age 7 to deal with those issues before braces.

GENERAL HEALTH Colds: Darn those colds! runny and stuffy noses, sore throats, coughing, fever; symptoms can last up to a month! the symptoms are sometimes alarming (not to mention gross): green mucus, a rattle-trap cough, sneezing. here’s what you probably didn’t know: green or yellow mucus isn’t a sign that your child has a bacterial infection. colds make everyone miserable but, unfortunately, they simply have to run their course. colds are caused by viruses, not bacteria, so antibiotics are not going to help.

Rule of thumb: if, after five days, cold symptoms worsen and have not improved after ten days, visit the doctor; a sinus infection could be the culprit. otherwise, use steam, humidifiers and over-the-counter medications to keep children as comfortable as possible.

Strep Throat: caused by group a streptococci bacteria, telltale signs of strep are: white or yellow patches on the tonsils, red spots on the roof of the mouth, swollen lymph nodes, fever and sore throat. Your child might also have a rash, nausea, vomiting and headache. since this illness is caused by bacteria, it will quickly get worse. that’s your sign to head to the doctor where he or she will prescribe antibiotics, and your child should be feeling better within 48 hours. Don’t delay in getting treatment. untreated strep can lead to kidney problems, rheumatic fever and heart damage, among other things.

Another thing that hasn’t changed: the average time your pre-teen son or daughter will spend in braces – two to two-anda-half years. “no matter what you do orthodontically, teeth only move so fast,” says Dr. henry. “When you move teeth, you’re moving the entire complex – the tooth, the bone, the gum tissue. they all change shape and move with the tooth. gradual response is better for the patient and the health of the teeth.”

The average age of a braces consult hasn’t changed over the years. Girls typically start a year earlier than boys, at 10, 11 or 12.

Pneumonia: an infection of the lungs, it usually starts as a cold. symptoms include fever, chills, cough, rapid or labored breathing, chest pain and sometimes severe abdominal pain (if located in the lower lungs). Difficulty breathing is always a major red flag to get your child to a pediatrician, urgent care center or emergency room. in severe cases, you may notice a bluish gray color in the lips and fingernails.

Rotavirus/Stomach Virus: no sickness is fun, but this one may be the hardest to live with. Diarrhea and vomiting are the symptoms. nearly all intestinal infections are caused by viruses, so there’s not much to do but keep your child hydrated.

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“Allow the child to select the frames. It’s been my experience that children wear the eyeglasses better and take care of them better if they make the decisions! Leonard Ward, Eyemax Optical

“Parents should have their child examined immediately with trauma when an eye is red, tearing, painful, light-sensitive, has significant discharge, there is significant swelling in the lids or around the eye, or the eye structures do not appear normal, says Dr. McWilliams.

“Although the cornea is strong, it is also very thin. Trauma involving any sharp object or projectile should be evaluated immediately,” he continues. “If symptoms are less severe, with mild redness, little tearing or discharge, waiting 24 to 48 hours should be fine. However, erring on the side of caution is always better. Never hesitate to have a child’s eyes evaluated if there is a concern.”

Be concerned about: The developing eye. “Amblyopia (also known as “lazy eye”) affects 2 to 5 percent of children in the U.S.,” says Dr. McWilliams. “Parents should be certain that their children have frequent eye exams by pediatricians, with visual acuity testing by age 3. Children should be referred to an eye care professional if there is a concern about a child’s vision, eye alignment or any structural abnormality.”

Vision: Like braces, glasses have come a long way, and now include sports and swim eyewear. Good packages start at about $150, says Leonard Ward, a licensed dispensing optician at Eyemax Optical in Pinehurst. He wishes all kids would have yearly eye examinations by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

“The simple fact is that this seldom happens,” Ward says. “In fact, only about 1 in 5 children have a complete eye examination prior to starting first grade.”

The good news: Braces are better than ever before. “Technology has changed dramatically. The bracket systems are different. The bonding systems are different,” says Dr. Henry. “The wires are more flexible and gentle and longer-acting. Discomfort is way down.”

Although there’s rarely a stigma attached to braces anymore, if your child is self-conscious, consider tooth-colored braces or Invisalign® (clear retainer-like devices that fit over teeth). Both are more expensive than traditional stainless steel braces.

Cost: Braces today cost between $4,500 to $5,500 if worn for the average time period, but most orthodontists want to get the job done as quickly as possible. “The objective for me and for most orthodontists is to do the least amount of treatment possible for the shortest period of time for the most benefit,” says Dr. Henry.

Signs a child might have poor eyesight: • Rubbing of the eyes; • Tilting of the head or squinting; • Difficulties in school (reading the blackboard); • Difficulties in sports participation or proficiency; • Shading or appearing sensitive to light; • Sitting too close to the television; • Losing his/her place when trying to read; • Closing an eye or winking an eye frequently; and • Pointing a finger at words when trying to read (not always a sign of poor vision but often seen in children with lazy eye).

Look great, feel better: Orthodontia often changes more than just a smile.

“It’s really transformative for some kids,” says Dr. Henry. “Their whole demeanor changes, their confidence level. They come in, and they won’t even look me in the eye, and by the time they’re done they’re slapping me on the back asking me about my vacation. It really makes me feel good.”

EYES You only get one pair of eyes in a lifetime. If your child experiences any of the following symptoms, a trip to the eye doctor may be in order, says Wilson G. McWilliams, M.D. of Carolina Eye Associates: • Tearing from one or both eyes; • Concerns about visual interests or decreased reflexes (possible causes include corneal scarring, cataracts); • Wandering eye, lazy eye; • Vision problems; • Runny or inflamed eyes; and • Eye trauma.

Only about 1 in 5 children have a complete eye exam prior to starting first grade.

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“Young children who have vision or eye health problems often do not know that the way they see the world is not the way everyone else sees it. According to Prevent Blindness America, vision problems affect 1 in 20 preschoolers and 1 in 4 school-age children.

Neglecting these issues can lead to learning difficulties or even permanent vision loss.” Leonard Ward, Eyemax Optical

IN GOOD HEALTH Start off 2011 with good preventive care for your childrens’ general health, teeth and eyes. When illness arrives, and it probably will, stay calm and trust your instincts.

After all, they’ve gotten you this far. Happy New Year!

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John & anne

Krahnert

Dr. John Krahnert somehow knew this was where he was meant to be.

it was the fall of 1989, and the 32-year-old cardiothoracic surgeon was cruising down to Pinehurst from the raleigh airport. Like all chief residents, he had been on a blitz of interviews at various hospitals. greensboro, richmond, Winston-salem, Lynchburg. Most had established heart programs. But Moore regional hospital hoped to launch a new one, and the hospital’s administration was interested in having Dr. Krahnert man the helm.

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The windows of Dr. Krahnert’s rental car were rolled down, so the smell of pine trees hit him as he pulled into the village limits. At that moment, he just had a gut feeling.

“This is where I need to be,” he said to himself.

After Dr. Krahnert arrived at his hotel, he called his wife to tell her about his epiphany. Greensboro native Anne Krahnert was surprised to learn Pinehurst even had a hospital. She knew it only as a golf destination and a stop on the way to the beach, but she liked the idea of raising their kids in a small town.

The rest is history.

This summer marks the Krahnerts’ 20th anniversary in the Sandhills. The two decades have seen FirstHealth’s heart surgery program grow from infancy into one of the most respected in the country, performing more than 450 cases a year and pioneering some of today’s cutting-edge procedures.

“My professional success has been due to my whole team,” Dr. Krahnert says, adding that Anne has always been a part of that team as well.

The story of the Krahnert team dates back to their days at Wake Forest when they first met. They were married in 1981, and Anne became John’s rock as he worked his way through the end of medical school at Wake’s Bowman Gray School of Medicine.

Next it was on to the University of Kentucky for seven years of residency.

Despite the other offers, the Krahnerts decided Moore County was the place for them. But calling the move a gamble would be an understatement.

Dr. Krahnert had been recommended for the job by one of his superiors at the University of Kentucky, where he had done his training. The original plan had been to hire him and one of his colleagues to start the program jointly. But the colleague opted out, leaving Dr. Krahnert to start everything up on his own.

Dr. Krahnert had been recruited by Dr. Wil Staub, who had performed thoracic and vascular operations at Moore Regional for years. Just prior to Dr. Krahnert’s arrival in Pinehurst, Dr. David Cowherd had founded the hospital’s cardiac catheterization program. His success brought the program to the point where the hospital needed surgeons.

Despite the enormous responsibility that comes with being the youngest person in the country to start an open-heart surgery program, Dr. Krahnert decided that it was too good an opportunity to pass up.

“My strategy was to surround myself with experienced people since I didn’t really have any experience,” Dr. Krahnert says.

“This is where I need to be,” Dr. Krahnert said to himself.

“It all seemed to fit into place,” he says. “I’ve always been better at giving orders than taking them. I thought this was a better opportunity for me to do things the way I wanted to do them.”

Bringing some staff with him from Kentucky, including perfusionist David Christaldi, helped ease the transition. While he had turned down every surgeon who had asked him to come along to a new program, Christaldi agreed to come to Moore Regional and start his own perfusion company – Advanced Perfusion Care – now the second largest in the country.

Having folks like Christaldi involved was key to getting the program off the ground. “My strategy was to surround myself with experienced people since I didn’t really have any experience,” Dr. Krahnert says.

Members of the new heart surgery team had no idea what to expect after their arrival in Pinehurst in the summer of 1990. Estimates suggested that Dr. Krahnert would perform maybe 70 cases the first year. In five years, 150 cases would be a reasonable goal.

Those estimates were a little off.

“It really did grow faster than we thought,” Dr. Krahnert says.

The program’s first year shattered expectations. Dr. Krahnert completed 174 cases. Year two was even better – 240 cases. And he was on-call every night for those two years to see things through.

The experience became a continuation of the suffocation of residency, except there was exponentially more pressure. Every single case was crucial to the program’s success.

Other established programs in the state didn’t appreciate the new competition, and made a point to take out television advertisements that touted how important “experience” was in choosing a doctor.

The pressure continued to mount as the Moore Regional program continued to achieve success. The program went a year and a half before having its first mortality – something that Dr. Krahnert equates to throwing a no-hitter in baseball. With each inning that passes successfully, more and more pressure builds.

The stress carried over to the Krahnerts’ family life as well. Not only was there the difficulty associated with moving a young family to a new area, but their daughter, Lauren, just a few months old, was born two months premature and was experiencing complications from asthma. Four-year-old John was just starting school and was thrown for a loop by everything that was going on.

In the meantime, Dr. Krahnert was forced to sleep at the hospital many nights, leaving Anne in charge of running the household.

“If I would have known the stress, pressure and hard work that was required,” he says, “I’m not sure I would have done it.”

He is quick to praise Anne as the glue that held everything together. They formed a partnership that allowed Dr. Krahnert to

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build his practice while she took care of the finances and day-to-day operations at home.

Parenting, though, was an equally split duty, and Dr. Krahnert always made a point to adjust his schedule to get to John and Lauren’s events, even if he couldn’t be home for dinner every night.

This partnership – combined with Anne’s patience and independence – helped the couple get through those first two years.

“There’s never been one time that she ever made me feel guilty about not being somewhere because I’m taking care of a patient,” Dr. Krahnert says. “It’s been her independence. I feel like we can do anything.”

Anne knew what she was getting into when Dr. Krahnert took the job and has always been 100 percent supportive of the move that brought her back to her native North Carolina. She also found Moore County to be a great place to raise a family.

“My mother raised me on the phrase ‘patience is a virtue,’” she says, “which has served me well over the years.

I knew if I was patient with the grueling schedule, evenDr. John & Anne Krahnert tually we would see the light at the end of the tunnel.”

Anne says the welcoming Sandhills community helped make the transition easier. In no time, she assumed an active role in a variety of organizations. Despite the early challenges, the Krahnerts never for a moment considered throwing in the towel.

“I was convinced it would be successful,” Dr. Krahnert says. “We never looked at other [job] opportunities.”

After the first two years, the open-heart program acquired enough volume to bring in a second surgeon. Growth continued to be steady and, by the end of the 1990s, a third was hired.

Now, in 2010, the program has four surgeons.

Nurses and other staff members who make up the heart team have also been important to the heart program’s growth and success, and Dr. Krahnert always credits the team approach to that success. One of his top goals has been to support continuing education opportunities for nurses, and his and Anne’s personal financial support of the Foundation of FirstHealth – coupled with designated gifts from the community – made this goal a reality.

“In 1991, a grateful patient donated $10,000 from the Cooke Foundation to be used at my discretion,” Dr. Krahnert says. “I chose to set up a nursing education fund, because I felt that was the best way to allow us to attract the brightest and most highly motivated nurses to our hospital and to retain them by stimulating and challenging them to develop better ways to care for patients.

“Thanks to many other contributions from the community and with the astute fund management from the Foundation, we have sent more than 100 nurses to national educational meetings and still have over $90,000 in the fund to continue to add to their knowledge base.”

Dr. Krahnert hopes to continue to build on the success of the first 20 years of Moore Regional’s heart surgery program by offering more services to more people. At age 52, he has begun to move into a more administrative role and is working on making connections with referring physicians to continue the program’s steady growth.

He believes that continued growth will allow the program to attract more surgeons who have different specialties. He also feels that FirstHealth’s new Reid Heart Center will put the program on the cutting edge of infrastructure and continue to integrate cardiac care by bringing cardiologists and surgeons closer together.

Moving forward, Dr. Krahnert hopes FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital will garner national accolades for its heart program.

“We’ve been recognized for excellent cardiac care both locally and statewide,” he says, “but we want to take this to the next level.”

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Proceeds from the 2010 Horse Farm Tour benefit the Prancing Horse Therapeutic Riding Center. The self-guided tour through scenic Sandhills horse country took place on October 17th.

1. Sharon Berkshire, Lesley, Emory, & Madelaine Bradley. 2. Event cochairman Lin Cook and her husband David. 3. Edie Fusco & Dee Dee Forehand. 4. Rebecca, Emily, Samantha & Laverne Davis.

1. Carolyn Eddy with Grace, Lib & former Mayor Norris Hodgkins Jr. as he received his recognition award. 2. Featured performers Fredrick Moyer & Nancy Green. 3. Sondra Nelson & Elaine Sills. 4. Dotty Starling, Rachel Trahern & Hope Price.

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On October 17th the 26th annual Crop Walk sponsored by the Fellowship of churches was held in Southern Pines. Monies raised is used to fight hunger.

The 5th Annual Spooktacular Halloween Gala took place at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst on October 30th. The event, sponsored by the Companion Animal Clinic Foundation, benefit the Spay-Neuter Veterinary Clinic.

1. Cliff Harris, Carol Hanley, Coalition Director Carolyn Eddy, Rich Lewis, Kris Brammer & Grand Marshall & Southern Pines mayor Mike Hanley. 2. Union Pines H.S. had 100+ crop walk participant. 3. Tracy, Mitchell, Maggie & Meghan McCaskill.

1. Deborah Wilson, David Strom, event chairman Elena Strom, & Betsy & Larry Best. 2. Fred Knight & decorations chairman Deb Darby. 3. Janice & David Dickerhoff. 4. Pat & Frank Collins.

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phi beta kappa wine tasting at elliots On November 3rd the scholarship committee of the Central Carolinas Phi Beta Kappa Association held a fund raising wine tasting with hors d’oeuvres at Elliots on Linden.

1. Phi Beta Kappa president Russell McAllister, his wife Ann & Nancy & Doug Smith. 2. Rod & Cynthia McIver & Alex Gray. 3. Andrea Leach, Susan & Graham Huston & Dorothy Gibson. 4. Lesley Bradley & Karen Walker.

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orchid workshop On November 3rd the Sandhills Horticultural Society and the Sandhills Council of Garden Clubs co-sponsored a workshop on growing orchids presented by Linda Thorne of Seagrove Orchids.

1. Council of Garden Clubs president Penny Warters with speaker Linda Thorne. 2. Wanda Carter, Dr. John Dempsey, Pearl Campbell & Doris Moon. 3. Oliver Sweeney & Marilyn Neely. 4. Jane Casnellie & Sandy Corcoran.

festival of trees The 14th Annual Festival of Trees to benefit the Sandhills Children’s Center was held November 9th through the 14th at the Carolina Hotel in Pinehurst.

1. Even co-chairs Bonnie Park &Marie Lewis. 2. Jennifer & Noah Jones with Santa. 3. Sandhills Children’s Center CEO Melanie Gayle & husband Ben. 4. Mira Foundation founder Bob & Elaine Baillie & Devon. Mira provides guide dogs for blind children. 5. Angela Vecchione & Kathryn Hasty will perform in the Nutcracker. 6. Milton & Claudette Dowdy & Geoff Cutler. 7. Dillon & Bill Roberts. 8. Joan & Lee Grant & Florence & Bob DeSandy.

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1. Event chairman Charlotte Cable & Joan Williams. 2. Artist League president Nancy Yanchus & her husband Raymond. 3. Carol Bogart & Alice Campbell. 4. Courtney Herndon, Margaret Elliott, & Wendy & Mike Malone. 5. Linda Drott, Pat Feeney, Karen & Patrick Walker. 6. Lynne & Frank Muir. 7. Betty Hendrix & Mary Bryson. 8. Bob Sasser with Eileen & Tim Strickland.

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fine art auction The Episcopal Day School held a Fine Art Auction fund raiser on November 20th at the Country Club of North Carolina.

1. Honorary chairman Lucille & Jim Buck. 2. Ann Miller & Bill Munford with honorary chairman Mary Schwab. 3. Event chairman Corinne Cochran. 4. Episcopal Day School Headmaster Jay St. John with Meaghan Kelly & Jonathan Brower.

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christmas at weymouth Weymouth Center in Southern Pines was decorated for the holidays by local garden clubs, businesses and individuals. The house could be toured from December 2nd through December 4th with the Gala held on December 1st.

On December 6th Animal Advocates of Moore County presented the 4th Annual Puttin’ On The Ritz Top Hat and Tails at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst.

1. Wendy Russell, Al Carter & Sally & Ed Frick. 2. Jeanne Tucker and Animal Advocates president Susan Vance. 3. Tina Stoner & Seth & Jennifer Kimpler. 4. Barb Shepard & Brenda.

1. Christmas at Weymouth chairman Kathy Evans and Jean Neil. 2. Gala chairman Jackie Rosenblum with Gary and Clair Marlar and Jackie’s husband Bernie. 3. Carol Dowd, Rahmean Kamalbake & Beth Dowd. 4.

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1. Guest speaker Dr. Robertson Mc Quilken & his wife Deb. 2. Bobbie Johnson. 3. Barrett Walker & Holly Davis. 4. Pam & Betty Martin.

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victorian christmas tea On December 14th afternoon tea was served at Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour in Pinehurst following a presentation by Helen Von Salzen on Victorian Christmas Tea Traditions.

1. Lady Bedford’s owner Marian Caso, featured speaker Helen Von Salzen & Marilyn Grube. 2. Lucille Thomas, Flo Moore, Margaret Thomas, Jane Carpenter & Angie Econ. 3. Peg Horten & Polly Cummings. 4. Brenda Esteves & Lisa Mudd.

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financial advice Provided by and Courtesy of Derek S. Pszenny, AIF® Senior Wealth Manager, Carolina Wealth Management

Health of your Wealth

Derek S. Pszenny, AIF® derek@mycarolinawealth.com

PSYCHOLOGY of INVESTING ne of my favorite quotes concerning investor behavior comes from the original guru of value investing, Mr. Benjamin Graham. His quote; “The investor’s chief problem and even worst enemy is likely to be himself.” In my opinion this quote points to one of the biggest reasons why individual investors fail to outperform the markets (other reasons are high fees, poor funds and lack of diversification). In fact, a study done by Dalbar, Inc. found that from the period of 1987 to 2007 the average investor underperformed the market index (i.e. S&P 500) by an average 7.3% per year! This is an amazing difference of returns! How can individuals produce such low returns compared to the market index?

Investor Behavior Causes Poor Market Returns Several studies about investor behavior show that when the stock market goes up, people pour money into equity mutual funds, and when the market goes down, they pull money out.

During bear markets, they pull even more money out. Therefore, they continuously chase trends (buy high and sell low), focusing on what is happening right now, not what will happen in the future.

Let’s face it, our emotions are our biggest enemy when it comes to successful investing. This destructive behavior is what I like to call “the greed vs. fear battle”. When fear takes hold, it impinges our ability to make informed decisions. That is, we tend to want to reevaluate our risk tolerance when the

market is going down for “fear” of losing money. This behavior causes us to sell or change our investments at or near the market bottom.

Conversely, when the markets are going higher, we want to start investing again so we do not miss the big rally. This “greedy” behavior generally backfires, as we will enter the market at or near the highs.

Both irrational behaviors cause individual performance returns to be substantially less than index stock market returns.

Four Ways to Increase Your Market Returns When it comes to your investments, if you feel your emotions are getting the best of you, come back to the following rules: Do nothing: A conscious decision to do nothing is still a form of action.

Your money is like soap: To quote Gene Fama Jr., a famed economist, “Your money is like soap. The more you handle it, the less you’ll have.”

Never sell equities in a down market: If your funds are allocated correctly you should never have a need to sell equities during a down market cycle. This holds true even if you are taking income. Just as you wouldn’t run out and put a for sale sign on your home when the housing market turns south, don’t be rash to sell equities when the stock market goes through a bear cycle. Wait it out.

Science works: It’s been academically proven that a disciplined approach to investing delivers higher market returns. Yeah, it’s boring; but it works.

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…the shops of Pinehurst Place on Linden Road shopping, dining, crafts & art hours: 9am to 5pm Monday through Saturday

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pinehurst events!

The Classics Ribs and Beer

Sunday, January 30th $38 per person beer included

Vuelta a Espana 3 evenings of tapas

Regionally Inspired Tapas.

Catalan (classic) Tuesday, January 25 Wednesday, February 2 Wednesday, February 16 $34 per person

The Spice Trail Prix Fixe 6-Course “Noche Bueno” Mexican & Latin flavors Wednesday, February 9 $30 per person

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