Pinehurst Magazine by Midtown, 5 West, Triangle Family

PINEHURST

M AGAZIN E

Picture

Perfect

MARCH/APRIL 2010

001 Cover.indd 1

Parade of Homes Pull-Out Guide • Page 19

2/24/10 11:20:08 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 1

2/24/10 11:46:32 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 2

2/24/10 11:46:39 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 3

2/24/10 11:46:41 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 4

2/24/10 11:46:45 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 5

2/24/10 11:46:50 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 6

2/24/10 11:46:57 AM

OLD TOWN PINEHURST PINEWILD CC PINEWILD CC $1,995,000 Stunning Golf Front Home with $1,450,000 “Liscombe Lodge” circa 1927 - $1,399,000 Elegant light-filled Executive Charming cottage restored with quality & Home. Spectacular views of two greens & Lake Views. Many Upgrades! Marie O’Brien 910.295.2660 www.89AbbottsfordDrive.com exquisite detail. Emily Hewson 910.315.3324 hillside water feature. Eva Toney 910.638.0972

WWW.PRUDENTIALPINEHURST.COM

FOREST CREEK PINEWILD CC OLD TOWN PINEHURST $799,900 Fabulous Detail &Design! Custom $649,000 Dramatic, Golf Front home with $975,000 “Little House” Charming 1915 cottage. The Tufts family for over 60 years. 5BR/ 4BR/4.5BA home. Carolina Room, Patio & exquisite details. Open, spacious and cozy. 4+BA. Guest Cabin. Emily Hewson 910.315.3324 a Screened Porch. Kay Beran 910.315.3322 Shows like new! Penny Stuckey 910.315.1144

CCNC $499,000 Transitional, brick home perfect for easy, comfortable living. Landscaped for privacy. Joel Rich 910.315.4009

HORSE FARM $499,000 Spectacular 20+ acres - Fish filled lake, cleared pasture and acreas for dressage or jump arena. Penny Stuckey 910.315.1144

CCNC $475,000 Pristine, tumbled brick English cottage. Spacious floor plan 3BR/2BA. Brick Patio. Kimberly Byrd 910.695.6778

PINEWILD CC LONGLEAF CC PINEHURST $445,000 Golf Front, brick home perfect for $349,000 Best Condition, Location & Price! $324,900 Charming, brick cottage off family living. Updated & Move-in Condition. Designed to enjoy golf course living. Donald Ross Dr. 3BR/2.5BA, High Ceilings. Kay Piermattei 910.295.5662 3BR/2BA. Kimberly Byrd 910.695.6778 Back Patio. Krista Duncan 910.690.7009

Pinehurst Office

910.295.5504

Southern Pines Office

910.692.2635

Seven Lakes Office

910.673.1063

002_017 ad pages.indd 7

is a registered service mark of The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Equal Housing Opportunity.

2/24/10 11:47:22 AM

LAKE DORNOCH • CCNC Exceptional living inside and out in this 7,300+ sq ft, 5 BR, 5.2 BA. Guest Cottage.

E. MCCASKILL ROAD • OLD TOWN Transformation of 1925 Cottage. Open floor plan. Main floor master, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, exercise room.

DOGWOOD COURSE • CCNC Golf front location on 1.84 acre lot, Hole #6. 5 BR, 5.5 BA, 5,272 sq ft. NEW LISTING

PLEASE VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE • WWW.CLARKPROPERTIESNC.COM

CCNC GOLF RETREAT On 14th hole, Cardinal Course. 5,611 sq ft on 1.33 acres. 4 BR, 4.3 BA. Heated pool.

CARDINAL COURSE • CCNC Private location, 5,500 sq ft, 4 BR, 3.2 BA. Three fireplaces, lovely stonework.

SUNNINGHILL • YOUNGS ROAD Huntbox on 12 acres next to Foundation. 6 stalls, 3600 sq ft heated, 2 BR, 3.5 BA

HOLLY HOUSE IN THE VILLAGE Lovely townhome in the heart of the village. Upstairs, 2 balconies, 2 BR, study, elevator.

HOLLY HILL ON PINEHURST NO. 2 On 5th hole. 10,000 sq ft, 4 BR, 4.4 BA, billiards room, gym, gourmet kitchen.

PALMETTO ROAD • OLD TOWN 1940’s Cottage near Village, Pinehurst No. 2. 3 BR, 2 BA. NEW LISTING

BLACK RIVER FARM Historic farmhouse on 33 acres in Cumberland Co. 5 BR, 2 BA, 10 fireplaces. 6 stall barn, paddocks. NEW LISTING

WILLOW OAKS • OLD TOWN Palmetto Road. Splendid update of 1928 cottage w/heart pine floors. 5 BR, 5 BA. A short walk to the village.

SOUTHERN PINES COTTAGE Cape Cod charm, 5 BR, 3.5 BA, 2 fireplaces, built in 1930 on 1 acre in Knollwood. Wonderful detail. NEW LISTING

002_017 ad pages.indd 8

is a registered service mark of The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Equal Housing Opportunity.

2/24/10 11:47:34 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 9

2/24/10 11:47:37 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 10

2/24/10 11:47:41 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 11

2/24/10 11:47:47 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 12

2/24/10 11:47:54 AM

Pinehurst

magazine

MARCH/APRIL 2010 Sandhills Media Group, Inc. publisher/partner Gina Stephens Advertising Sales Sarah Oglesby Myra Gammon creative director Travis Aptt art director Heath Murray graphic design Jennifer Blue contributing writers Susan Ely • Kate Turgeon • Dolores Muller Dan Bain • Christa Gala • Kay Grismer David Droschak • Kristy Stevenson Tom Panek • Laura Christopherson Elisabetta Rosetti-Serraino photography McKenzie Photography April Maness Photography

Pinehurst Magazine is published six times annually by Sandhills Media Group, Inc. Any reproduction in part or in whole of any part of this publication is prohibited without the express written consent of the publisher. Mailing address is P.O. Box 1635, Pinehurst, NC 28374. Phone (910) 295-8899, Fax (919) 782-4763, Email: gstephens@pinehurstmagazine.com. Unsolicited material is welcome and is considered intended for publication. Such material will become the property of the magazine and will be subject to editing. Material will be returned if accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. Pinehurst Magazine will not knowingly accept any real estate advertising in violation of U.S. equal opportunity law.

www.pinehurstmagazine.com “Pinehurst” is a trademark of Pinehurst, Inc.

002_017 ad pages.indd 13

2/24/10 11:47:58 AM

publisher’s note

Spring is Here! ©BrickJournal

Whether you’re in the market for a new home or thinking of remodeling or just love to see what’s new in the industry, check out the Moore County Homebuilder Association Home & Garden Show and the parade of Homes. Turn to page 19 for a pullout guide to visiting homes built by the area’s best builders. These homes are for sale and move-in ready! Many of us have spent the past year worrying about the future of the economy, but if the real estate market is any indication i think we can be hopeful. in “State of Real estate” (p. 18) we talked with local Realtors about several fantastic buys as well as what they’re hearing about why folks are interested in living in the Sandhills. We’re lucky to have a great variety of new home communities as well. in “The State of new Homes” (p. 23) we’ve gotten a special update from each community about what’s for sale and “the goodies” buyers like best. if you have a charm bracelet or if you’re considering starting one check out “Oh So Charming” (p. 40) for a look at how these

bracelets got their start and how they’re making a colorful change. Speaking of colorful, check out “Spring Fashion 2010” (p. 28) for a look at the best styles for spring from our local boutiques. And, finally, as a mother of three boys, i’m excited to announce that pinehurst Magazine is partnering with BrickJournal to bring the first BrickMagic (leGO) convention to the Triangle. it is Mother’s Day weekend and promises to thrill leGO lovers of all ages. Check out how your kids can participate in our leGO competition (p. 78). As always please keep those ideas coming. We love hearing from you. Your opinions matter and we listen.

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

PinehurstMagazine.coM | 15

002_017 ad pages.indd 14

2/24/10 11:48:00 AM

70 36 cover 70

74 in every issue

26 34 54 80 82 85 86

chef’s corner book review calendar healthy living firsthealth spotlight talk of the town sandhills sightings

PICTURE PERFECT Capturing the elusive family photograph.

features 18

STATE OF REAL ESTATE How’s business?

SPRING FASHION Traditional wardrobe is back in fun colors!

PAUL SIMSON: Take him seriously, or else.

OH SO CHARMING Any southern belle will recognize the charm bracelet as a piece of decorative jewelry.

SPATACULAR Answers to your beauty questions.

WAKE UP, SMELL THE TEA LEAVES Tea reminds you to savor the good things in life.

Special thanks... to Jaime Cox, Along the Way Photography, for the photograph of Jasper Kate Sayers, daughter of Kurt and April Sayers. 16 | PinehurstMagazine.com

002_017 ad pages.indd 15

2/24/10 11:48:08 AM

002_017 ad pages.indd 16

2/24/10 11:48:13 AM

FOR CA

800-1

The State of Real Estate We wanted to know: How’s business?

The answers—and tips for potential buyers and sellers—may surprise you. By Christa Gala

18 | PinehurstMagazine.com

018_025 state of real estate.ind1 1

2/23/10 1:28:56 PM

OR SALE CALL

00-123-4567

for sale

Across the country, the real estate market has thrown many for a complete loop. In Pinehurst, we’ve got lady luck on our side — shorthand for amazing golf, beautiful weather and good value. Here, you get a lot of “bang” for your buck. The fact that spring is nearly here is just icing on the cake for Moore County Realtors. “Spring is always an active time in our market,” says Carolyn B. Ragone, broker/ owner of Carolyn Ragone Real Estate, LLC. “Homes look inviting with everything in bloom. The military usually have their orders early in the year and look for homes in the spring to move into by June or July. Families thinking of relocating want to find their home so that their children will be in place for the next school year.” Kay Beran, president of Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders, agrees: “I have spoken to several brokers and mortgage bankers over the past few weeks. All have seen more activity. We are hoping for the normal spring up-tick in the market — that the credits for first-time home buyers and repeat buyers make an additional impact, that the mortgage rates remain favorable, and that the buyers who do not have another property to sell take advantage of the pricing benefits that this market provides.”

PinehurstMagazine.com | XX

018_025 state of real estate.ind2 2

2/23/10 1:29:00 PM

So, the professionals are hopeful, but there are a few “ifs.” The mood right now is cautiously optimistic. “Although our research at McDevitt Sotheby’s leads us to believe that we will see steady improvement in the market in 2010 with more buyers arriving on the scene, the real estate crisis developed over many years, so we’re not likely to see it turn around dramatically overnight,” says Carolyn Hallett, Associate Broker with McDevitt Sotheby’s International Realty.

A new market Although the business of buying and selling homes is still a challenge nationwide, Pinehurst is better insulated than most markets. But those markets do have a trickle-down effect. “Our buyers come from all parts of the country,” says Beran. “The buyers that would normally be buying into our community have properties that are not selling where they are. But we have excellent inventory and excellent prices and, most importantly, excellent value.” The sluggish economy has caused many retirees nationwide to give pause to big spending — whether for retirement or second homes. The good news, says Beran, is that activity for listings between $100,000 and $300,000 is still strong. That may be because Moore County is becoming more and more diverse demographically. Business and the military could help turn the tide. Says Ragone: “FirstHealth is the largest employer in the area. People of all ages are always in need of competent doctors, nurses and other practitioners. We are fortunate to have a thriving medical community; not only does this make our area more attractive to people wanting to relocate, but it also brings in new medical personnel.”

20 | PinehurstMagazine.com

018_025 state of real estate.ind3 3

2/23/10 1:29:03 PM

unclutter Tips for sellers If you want or need to sell right now, go ahead and put your house on the market; just keep a few things in mind. On average, home inventory in Moore County is roughly 14 to 20 percent above normal, so pricing is key. “First of all, the house has to be priced right; there’s so much competition now,” says Pinky Doyle, broker/owner of RE/MAX of the Pines. “Second, the house needs to look as good as it possibly can; the first impression is very important. More and more houses are being staged so that they show their very best features. “I am recommending that sellers have home inspections done so that they can repair things that need to be repaired in advance,” continues Pinky. (Typically, the buyer initiates the inspection). “Also, sellers can offer home warranties that offer security to buyers for things that may happen after they purchase the home.” Inspections cost money, but there are things you can do for free that will absolutely give you a leg up on the competition, says Martha Gentry, co-broker/owner of Re/Max Prime Properties and team leader of Martha Gentry’s Home Selling Team. “Besides the general de-cluttering of closets, garages, attics and storage areas, personal pictures and memorabilia, it’s also important for sellers to go out to the curb and look at their house to really see it as a buyer will see it for the first time,” says Gentry. “Things like getting the roof cleaned, shutters painted, front walk pressure-washed, and the windows washed are crucial to a buyer’s first impression but often overlooked by sellers concentrating on the inside of the property.”

018_025 state of real estate.ind4 4

2/23/10 1:29:07 PM

If you are selling…

Stage it: De-clutter, store personal memorabilia and knick-knacks, and create wide pathways between furniture so that potential buyers can tour your home with ease. Clean it: Don’t forget the windows, carpets, walls, floorboards and other trouble spots. Price it right: Overpriced homes will sit on the market and potential buyers will think something is wrong with your home. Step outside: Go to the curb and take a look at your home; that’s the first impression. Spruce up with flowers, ensure the yard and landscaping is neatly trimmed and gutters cleaned. Buyers don’t want to inherit your to-do list.

The deals you can find! It’s definitely a buyer’s market, and if you don’t have a home to sell beforehand, then you’re really sitting pretty. “There are some wonderful deals available out there,” says Gentry. “You just have to know where to look. Right now we have a beautiful lakefront cottage on Lake Auman priced at $410,000. That would have been unheard of just 18 months ago.” Ragone is excited about a recent listing for $699,900 in the Old Town section of Pinehurst. “You can walk to the shops, restaurants, post office, hotel and spa in the Village and also to the new Village parks and Arboretum,” Ragone says. “Most homes in the Village are either very old and in need of major renovation or they are priced well over a million dollars. This home, located at 3 Village Lane, is 20 years old and built to look like an older home with beautiful moldings and a built-in china closet in the formal dining room. But it has all the modern conveniences of a newer home, with an updated kitchen with granite countertops, four bedrooms with a bath for every bedroom, as well as a powder room, plantation shutters throughout, and living room and family room both with gas log fireplaces.” Barbara Klug of Pinehurst Area Realty recently listed a 3,500-square-foot home in CCNC, located at the 6th fairway on the Dogwood course on nearly 1.25 acres. Listed at $589,900, this elegant home has been updated with Corian® countertops, stainless appliances, private pool, generator and brick courtyard entrance. Continued on page 24

22 | PinehurstMagazine.com

018_025 state of real estate.ind5 5

2/23/10 1:29:09 PM

The State of New Homes

Here’s an update on several new home communities in the Sandhills. “It’s a great time to be a buyer,” says Martha Gentry, co-broker/owner of Re/Max Prime Properties. In addition to resales, “There are also many new construction homes that builders are much more negotiable on than they have ever been in the past.”

Grande Pines

Pete Mace, Developer • 750-acre private estate and equestrian gated community • Website: www.GrandePinesNC.com

The goodies: In addition to paved roads, underground electric and public water, pool, playground, picnic pavilion and miles of riding trails. Mace took care not to clear-cut this beautiful neighborhood with homesites available from 2.5 acres. What’s new? The Property Owners Cabin. “This cabin was built from the timber of a Civil War-era barn and moved here to rest among the pines of Grande Pines.” Update: “Grande Pines has a 3.5-acre lot and a 6-acre lot under contract and scheduled to close in the spring, and two custom homes breaking ground in early spring.” Check it out: From Linden Road in Pinehurst take a right onto Foxfire Road. Road ends at Hoffman Road in the Foxfire Village, take a left and travel approximately one mile. Stone columns and gated entrance will be on your left.

The goodies: Offers one- to five-acre parcels in a community setting. “Buyers like the idea of having a little “elbow room” as well as a sense of security, neighborhood camaraderie and amenities. Buyers also like the idea of our on-site construction company that builds only within this development.”

McLendon Hills

Cristy Hunt, McLendon Hills Realtor Website: www.mclendonhills.com

Update: “There are 42 lots remaining to plat — 55 lots are currently for sale. We will open new property on an “as-needed” basis. Many people choose to purchase the property now and wait to build later.” Cost: From $400,000 to $1.4 million. Good news: “We are building a new Southern Living house that will be open this summer for touring.”

Legacy Lakes Real Estate

Jennifer Dwiggins, On-Site Sales Manager/Broker In Charge Website: www.legacy lakes.com

The goodies: A 450-acre master planned community inside the city limits of Aberdeen on the existing Legacy Golf Course. Amenities include: Plantation-style community clubhouse that offers an expansive great room with full kitchen, plasma TV and fireplace. Fitness facilities with six Har Tru tennis courts, aerobics rooms, locker rooms and tennis pro shop. Coming soon: Resort-style pool and pool house. Update: At build out, Legacy Lakes will have 700 homes. Currently selling in Phase One, with sites surrounding the front nine of the Legacy Golf Course. Golf lots start at $53,600; homes ready now for purchase range from $224,900 to $449,500

The goodies: “Longleaf’s location (on Midland Road) could not be more central or convenient. We are only minutes from all shopping, restaurants, medical and day-to-day services. In addition to our excellent location, buyers are attracted to our community for the variety of home choices and price range. Longleaf offers single-family homes, patio homes and maintenance-free condominiums.” Update: “Currently we have sold approximately 300 properties at Longleaf; there are still areas to open for new construction.” Big seller: Newest neighborhood, Meadow Cottages: 3-bedroom, 3-bath condos in a carriage-home setting with a study and a Carolina room. “The cottages have been extremely popular due to the ‘turn-key’ lifestyle, double garages, bountiful storage and impressive standard features.” Prices start at $339,900; model open seven days a week.

The Villas at Forest Hills

Rex Osborne, Community Sales Manager Website: www.villasbysage.com • Phone: 910-687-4893

018_025 state of real estate.ind6 6

Longleaf (Lifestyle Communities of N.C., Ltd.) Janet Williams, Marketing and Sales Manager Website: www.longleaflifestyle.com

The goodies: Each townhome comes with a membership to the world renowned Pinehurst Country Club. “Recent buyers love the location near the clubs and the adjacent swimming and tennis club. There is easy access to shopping and nearby Southern Pines. New and green: Each townhome is NAHB Energy Star certified and NAHB Green certified. Update: There are 53 sites remaining. Currently, five units are available for sale from the $300s; don’t miss the 2010 Parade entry with oversized first-floor master and gorgeous kitchen, available now for just $379,000.

2/23/10 1:29:15 PM

Real estate professionals can help determine if a listing price is reasonable. “As real estate brokers, we’re in the best position to provide a buyer with reliable comps to advise them they are paying the right price for a house,” says Bob Klug, general manager of Pinehurst Area Realty. “A lot goes into determining fair market value. Location, condition, amenities and more. We’re not in a giveaway market, but without question a serious seller is more willing to negotiate because he has fewer buyers bringing offers.”

The silver lining There’s no doubt that our real estate market is different than it used to be. We were insulated but not immune to the sub-prime lending situation. Still, while our inventory is higher than a few years ago, other parts of the country have inventories 200 to 300 percent above normal. Home values are down in Moore County too, between an average of five and ten percent, but nowhere near the rates in Florida, California, and Arizona — places that compete with Moore County for new residents. Plus, what comes around goes around. Your home may be worth a little less, but it will cost you less to replace it, too. Besides, as Liz Giri, owner of Precision Builders & Real Estate, Inc., points out, the Sandhills is known around the country for a lot of things. Our reputation precedes us regardless of the economy. “I definitely think we have been insulated from the desperate market conditions that we have seen across the country as a result of being a resort community as well as a retirement favorite. I mean, we’re nicknamed the ‘Home of American Golf.’ Many people have second homes here to enjoy the golf amenities at almost any time during the year.”

24 | PinehurstMagazine.com

018_025 state of real estate.ind7 7

2/23/10 1:29:17 PM

If you are buying…

Save: To avoid PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance), plan to put 20 percent down on your new home. This shows the bank you’re a good risk, and your monthly mortgage payments will be lower. Qualify: Find out how much you can borrow before you even start looking. Compare: If you find a home you really like, have your Realtor pull comparable listings to check the selling price. This will help you determine whether or not you have room to negotiate. Ask: Don’t be shy about asking questions about the history of the home, what work has been done, etc. This is the discovery period.

your new home 018_025 state of real estate.ind8 8

2/23/10 1:29:21 PM

chef’s corner

easter in an eggshell Photo by Kelly elliott

With the advent of easter upon us, I started thinking about the traditional foods eaten around the world in celebration of easter. I considered coming up with a few great recipes that I would like to feature. My first thought was hot cross buns and roast leg of lamb; perhaps ham for America; lamb roasted on a spit for Greece, artichokes and special easter breads for Italy. Then I cracked! Which recipes could I write about; so many choices and which one should I feature? Then I realized only one food item is repeated over and over again throughout the celebration of easter — the egg! You are correct that the egg seldom takes center stage at the Sunday easter table celebration; however the egg is representative of easter in so many cultures around our globe. In an eggshell, the egg symbolizes the opening of the tomb, the rolling of the tombstone and the rebirth of Christ. eggs are usually decorated on the Saturday prior to easter and are mysteriously hidden during the night in the garden for the children to hunt and gather. In fact, the traditions are global with a few minor twists and cracks. In england, we tend to have large chocolate eggs filled with yet more candy. In some parts of Scotland, england and at the White House eggs are rolled down hills. egg cracking or tapping is another tradition in which two opposing eggs are tapped. The person in possession of the cracked egg loses and ultimately the winner is left holding an intact egg. Another easter pastime is rolling eggs with spoons or sticks across a lawn. Gastronomically speaking, the egg is possibly the most versatile ingredient in the kitchen. eggs are used in many dishes and are of prime importance in creating pasta, cakes, biscuits, custards and ice cream. eggs can be used as binders for force meats and terrines and whipped triple-fold into meringues. eggs can also enrich dishes; known as a liaison, they will make a sauce or soup richer in flavor. eggs can glaze a pastry or pie. But the egg truly shines as a food unto itself. It can be cooked in numerous ways en cocotte, fried, poached, hard-boiled, soft-boiled, omelet or scrambled.

events Friday, March 26th, 5:30 pm Special Uncorked Event An Unusual Pair ~ Eggs & Wine $20/person Come and taste eggs cooked four ways and paired with four different styles of beverages. Beer, champagne, a white wine and a red wine. Thursday, April 1st, 5:30 pm Greek Easter Cooking Class $55/person, $100/couple The rolling hills bloom with wild flowers, and the tinkling of goats’ bells and the smell of roasted lamb cooked on spits carry on the

026_027 Chefs Corner.indd 1

Meditterranean breeze. And at midnight, Spring’s rebirth is celebrated with Tsourieki (sweet, yeasty easter bread) lemony mayiritsa soup and plenty of bright red hard-boiled eggs. Saturday, April 3rd, 12-3 pm Easter Egg Painting with Jane Casnellie FREE Saturday, April 3rd, 12 pm and 2 pm Coddled, Scrambled and Dyed FREE Workshop To hold a just-laid warm egg is to touch possibility. From the prehistoric fires of humankind, eggs have made so many recipes possible.

They thicken into custards, richly enhance, are magical when paired with butter and multiply into white, frothy peaks. Left to their own devices, whether first or last, they peep into all the endless culinary possibilities of fowl and game. on Saturday, April 3rd, Kitchen essence will present two workshops on the wonders of the egg. Saturday, April 10th, 12-4 pm Spring into Beer FREE Beer Tasting Winter is over and spring is here and your palette is ready to change to a different beer. Come taste Hefewiezen, Lager, an IPA and a Pilsner — lighter crisper beers for a cool season.

2/23/10 1:30:08 PM

Meringue Cups Brimmed with Strawberries & Cream Cheddar Grits Soufflé 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated 6 pieces fried bacon, crisp and chopped 1 cup raw grits 4 cups milk 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Pinch cayenne 4 ounces butter 4 eggs, separated Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 2-quart soufflé dish well and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the cheese around the sides and bottom of the dish. Cook the grits in the milk with the salt until done. Add the pepper, cayenne, butter, cheese, cooked bacon and egg yolks to the grits. Stir well and let cool. Whip the egg whites until stiff and carefully fold into the grits mixture. Pour into the prepared soufflé dish and bake for 20-30 minutes.

2 egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Dash salt 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup heavy whipping cream 6 tablespoons vanilla flavored confectioners’ sugar 1 cup marinated strawberries Placeeggwhitesinamixingbowl;letstandatroom temperature for 30 minutes. Add cream of tartar and salt; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, one tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Drop, or fill piping bag and pipe, into four mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Hollow out and shape into cups with the back of a spoon. Bake at 225 degrees for 1-1/2 hours or until set and dry. Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven for 1-1/2 hours. Store in an airtight container. In a small mixing bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Just before serving, spoon into meringue shells. Top with strawberries and garnish with mint if desired.

Marinated Strawberries 1 quart fresh strawberries Juice of two lemons 1/8 cup sugar 4 tablespoons fresh chopped mint Cut the strawberries into wedges and put them into a bowl. Stir in sugar, lemon juice and mint. Cover and refrigerate for two hours.

copy & recipes by Mark Elliott Elliotts on Linden

PinehurstMagazine.com | XX

026_027 Chefs Corner.indd 2

2/23/10 1:30:11 PM

Spring

Fashion 2010

Traditional wardrobe is back in fun colors! by Elisabetta Rossetti-Serraino Photography by April Maness

The rule this summer is going to be as far away as possible from the gloom and doom of last year’s economic forecast. It seems that fashion this Spring is planning for a positive future and designers are preparing us with a fun functional wardrobe. Everything will be in sunny happy colors, traditional colors with a twisted nuance and a name that sounds like a trip to Italy or South of France: red will be a Tomato Red, pinks will be Champagne Pink and coral is Watermelon Pink, neutrals will be Herbs, Tuscany , Eucalyptus as pale green, beige and pale gray. The essential wardrobe pieces are a delight: trenches, raincoats, jackets , summer dresses and tanks we are going to add bows, rufﬂes, rhinestones and embellishments. Pins and brooches make a great comeback! We will mix big jewelry , the real stuff with fashion pieces. Metals with pearls and Deco jewelry are still strong from the winter runways. For fashion lovers that have seen the return of padded shoulders and are very very worried I have just one thing to say: If you wore them in the 80’s and don’t want to go there again there are millions of choices of trends and styles to pull from all over the world. For all other ladies intrigued by the bigger shoulders — go for it, have fun this spring!

Spring Fashion

28 | PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM

028_033 spring fashion.indd 1

2/23/10 3:48:11 PM

1. EVE AVERY

nibbatti cream, turquoise and orange dress (Note: Portion of the proceeds benefit local charities in the rebirth of New Orleans) $140

Chunky turquoise necklace $70 Coral necklace $200

2. LOOKIN FOR LINDA Multi-colored jacket $139 Turquoise pants $48 Necklace & earrings $28

3. DENKERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S J Brand White Jeans $147 Magenta cardigan $43 Michael Stars Spaghetti Strap Cami $34 Magenta, lime green and turquoise top $60 Five strands of multi-colored beads starting at $18

ion

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | 29

028_033 spring fashion.indd 2

2/23/10 3:48:26 PM

Dress 1

30 | PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM

028_033 spring fashion.indd 3

2/23/10 3:48:43 PM

1. COOLSWEATS Mod-O-Doc cream cami $44

Spring Sparkle

Mod-O-Doc sky blue long dress $114

2. MORGAN MILLER Nally & Millie magenta and gold dress $115 Silver cork clutch $60 Gold flower earrings $20 Brushed gold stretch bead bracelet $65

3. CLOTHES HORSE Joseph Ribkoff black, orange and white jacket with built-in shell $179.95 Joseph Ribkoff black leggings $99.95

4. MONKEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OF THE PINES Hale Bob handmade lime green, black and fuschia dress with intricate beading $295 Long gold chain necklace $30

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | 31

028_033 spring fashion.indd 4

2/23/10 3:49:00 PM

1. MONKEE’S OF THE PINES Tory Burch gold wedge sandal $165 2. MONKEE’S OF THE PINES Tory Burch gold t-strap sandal $210 3. MONKEE’S OF THE PINES Tory Burch metallic gold wedge $295 4. DENKER’S Sam Edelman black flats $87 5. MONKEE’S OF THE PINES Kate Spade lime green pearlized patent shoe $298 6. DENKER’S Hot pink Sanita clog $118 Rosa Sanita clog $143 7. MONKEE’S OF THE PINES Tory Burch white sandal $195 8. MONKEE’S OF THE PINES Tory Burch Liv (Royal Tan) $325.00

Shoes 028_033 spring fashion.indd 5

2/23/10 3:49:07 PM

3 4

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | 33

028_033 spring fashion.indd 6

2/23/10 3:49:26 PM

book review by Robert Gable

Are You Kidding Me?:

By Rocco Mediate & John Feinstein >> Little Brown & Company >> 322 pages >> $26.99

The Story of Rocco Mediate’s Extraordinary Battle With Tiger Woods At The U.S. Open

T H E U. S . OP E N I S T H E premiere stage when it comes to tournament golf. This pressurecooked event has seen its share of amazing shots, stunning comebacks and improbable victories. None of the events in its long history, though, seemed as improbable as Rocco Mediate winning the 2008 Open at Torrey Pines. But for a few breaks going the other way, he almost pulled it off. The story of this David vs. Goliath battle is the subject of ARE YOU KIDDING ME? As they write in the introduction, “Tiger Woods is the 2008 U.S. Open Champion. His performance was nothing short of amazing. But Rocco Mediate was the champion of all Americans — a true underdog who captured the sheer joy of playing and competing. Together, Rocco and Tiger created a singular moment in sport, and an indelible memory for millions that isn’t likely to be matched anytime soon.” Rocco adds a foreword, followed by their introduction, and then the story is told through 16 chapters, ending with the acknowledgments. The first nine chapters center on Rocco’s personal story up to the Open. The last seven chapters deal with the events of the Open and the immediate aftermath. An eight-page color insert includes photos of a young Rocco as well as action shots of the two players during the Open. The authors have known each other for years (they first met through mutual friend Lee Janzen). Mediate is a “talker,” known for his quips and a quick wit. He is friendly, outgoing, and glad to offer interview comments. When Rocco broached the idea of writing a book about the 2008 Open with him, Feinstein was in. Rocco pretty much told the story to Feinstein, and Feinstein did some further reporting, organizing everything into book form. Feinstein does a good job of giving the background history of Rocco. As a youngster in western Pennsylvania, Rocco was smitten with golf, becoming a certifiable golf nut. Going to college he had one goal — to be a professional golfer — and he had no back up plan. He made it through Q-School for a less than stellar rookie season in 1986. In 1987 he made it through Q-School again and was

ready to keep his card. His biggest problem has been keeping his lower back pain-free — the twisting and turning of the golf swing continually wreaks havoc with the human spinal cord. Through a lot of grit and determination, however, he has survived to be a seasoned Tour veteran. Surviving on Tour can also put stress on a player’s personal life (look at Tiger Woods). In the couple of years just before 2008, the strains of travel and the PGA Tour life led to the demise of Rocco’s almost 20-year marriage with wife Linda. About that time he hit it off with the only therapist who could ease his aching back, Cindi Hilfman. Her help and support went a long way toward bolstering his play that Open week. But compared to previous seasons, his play the first half of 2008 was hardly stellar. With all that going on, it was a stretch to think Mediate could win an Open. In fact, he had to go through sectional qualifying, and that was a close call, too. Rocco was 45 years old, ranked 158th in the world, and nursing his cranky back. Even so, he played some inspired golf during the Open and came within a shot, within an inch, of pulling off a win during regulation play. Woods had to make an amazing 12-foot putt on the final green to force a Monday playoff. Feinstein’s other golf books involved a whole host of characters. Here the main focus is only on two, which is a slight departure from his earlier formula. This being his 24th book, he certainly knows the business — he’s written non-fiction books, mysteries, articles for magazines, and he commentates on the radio. Just like A GOOD WALK SPOILED and TALES FROM Q-SCHOOL, Feinstein is wellinformed when he discusses the players, the course, and the turning points of the tournament. If Feinstein’s previous golf books appealed to you, this could catch your fancy, too. The chapters about the Open transport you right into the middle of the action. It’s interesting to see what each player was thinking and how they reacted to the ups and downs of the battle. And what an epic battle it was, taking 91 holes to decide the winner. 2009 was a bit of a lost year on Tour for Rocco, slipping to 145th place on the money list. He’s now 47 years old, with his back in constant pain, making distance off the tee a concern. Unless he pulls together his game, the Champions Tour may be his next hurrah. And Tiger’s off-the-course transgressions have been thoroughly documented of late. But in June 2008, they had a match for the ages at Torrey Pines. The common man almost toppled the giant. It wasn’t for a lack of heart. The manner of Rocco’s striving caused each player to elevate his game — which is what competition is all about.

34 | PinehurstMagazine.com

034_035 book review read list.in1 1

2/24/10 2:32:54 PM

reading list from The Country Bookshop

HOUSE RULES by Jodi Picoult Atria $28 • hardcover/fiction Picoult deftly blends courtroom and medical drama in her novel about a teenager with Asperger’s syndrome who is accused of murdering his social skills tutor. VENETIA KELLY’S TRAVELING SHOW by Frank Delaney Random House $26 • hardcover/fiction Set in 1932 Ireland, the latest novel from the author of SHANNON (now in paperback) explores two of Ireland’s great national passions: theater and politics as father and son both run off and join the circus. BROOKLYN by Colm Toibin Scribner $15 • paperback/fiction A young immigrant in 1950s Brooklyn is torn between her Irish roots and the man who wins her heart in a novel critics call “quietly majestic”. KID CAROLINA: R.J. Reynolds JR., a Tobacco Fortune, and the Mysterious Death of a Southern Icon by Heidi Schnakenberg Center Street $23.99 hardcover/non-fiction Schnakenberg explores the life of Winston-Salem’s R.J. “Dick” Reynolds, Jr., of the Reynolds tobacco family, who played a pivotal role in shaping America through his business savvy and politics, but who also struggled with alcoholism, infidelity and loneliness. GREAT HOUSES OF THE SOUTH by Laurie Ossman Rizzoli $55 • hardcover/non-fiction The fabled Biltmore is included in this book filled with lavish photos of the most magnificent and palatial residences of antebellum America. THE BIG RICH: The Rise and Fall of the Greatest Texas Oil Fortunes by Bryan Burrough Penguin $16 • paperback/non-fiction Weaving together the multigenerational sagas of the industry’s four wealthiest families, Burrough brings to life the swaggering Texas oil tycoons known in their day as the ‘Big Four’.

A LION CALLED CHRISTIAN: The True Story of the Remarkable Bond Between Two Friends and a Lion by Anthony Bourke and John Rendall Broadway $12.99 • paperback/ non-fiction The authors share the true story of the lion cub they adopted and raised in their London flat and eventually set free in the African wild. FANCY NANCY’S ELEGANT EASTER by Jane O’Connor Harper Festival $6.99 children’s book It’s almost time for the Easter Gala and Fancy Nancy has been busy hiding Easter eggs, choosing glittery plates and napkins, creating beautiful bouquets for centerpieces to make the most divine gala ever! Sparkly young readers ages 2-6 will delight at this newest installment in the wildly popular Fancy Nancy series. WISH by Alexandra Bullen Point $17.99 • children’s book If you could have anything, what would you wish for? Brokenhearted high school junior Olivia Larsen, devastated by the loss of her twin sister, has the chance to make her wildest wish come true and bring her sister back when she is given a magical dress by a seamstress who is part fairy godmother and part genie. Readers who loved the SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING PANTS will love this touching fun new novel. Ages 14 and up. GODS AND HEROES (Encyclopedia Mythologica) by Robert Sabuda Candlewick $29.99 • children’s book Greek gods and mythological creatures are the hottest thing going right now, and pop-up master Robert Sabuda brings them to life in his newest masterpiece. From Zeus’ Mount Olympus to Odin’s frozen north, experience all the gods described in Rick Riordan’s New York Times bestselling series LIGHTNING THIEF. All ages.

PinehurstMagazine.com | 35

034_035 book review read list.in2 2

2/24/10 2:32:56 PM

Pinehurst No. 2, Photo Courtesy of Pinehurst Media

By David Droschak

Paul Simson at 2009 USGA Senior Amateur

College golfers from Pinehurst to Pebble Beach consistently bomb the ball 300 yards. Many are on year-round strength programs, have mental coaches, and are fearless when it comes to firing at the flag. Then there is Paul Simson, who walks on the golf course wearing his trademark straw fedora hat, takes an occasional shot of Enbrel for nagging arthritis, religiously relies on his short game to score and is approaching AARP status. A mismatch, right? Hardly. Simson remains a force on the amateur golfing circuit as he approaches his 59th birthday in May, having played in 46 United States Golf Association championships (at least one for 25 straight years) and captured 20 Carolinas Golf Association titles, including a record 16 individual tournaments. When asked if 50 USGA events was realistic before retiring from competitive golf, the North Raleigh insurance executive shot back: “I would hope 75 would be a goal.” Simson looks more like a father, or even grandfather, compared to most younger amateur golfers when he ventures out of the senior circuit, but his reputation precedes him with almost all teenagers. “I think they think I’m dangerous because not one of them ever wants to lose to a 58year-old,” said Simson. “Those that take me a little too lightly are sometimes surprised. But these kids in this day and age are so much better mentally and so much better physically, and the equipment and instruction has been so great for them. They are a lot more difficult to beat than they used to be. “On tougher golf courses sometimes I do pretty well against them because they still make youthful mistakes, they get impatient, they get upset with themselves and sometimes they don’t endure like they need to when you’re playing golf,” he added. “Something is always going to happen, and it’s how you endure through tough times that ultimately put your name at the top of the scoreboard.”

36 | PinehurstMagazine.com

036_039 golf article.indd 1

2/24/10 2:31:26 PM

Tough courses like Pinehurst No. 2 Simson will take a lot of the famed Pinehurst No. 2 layout with him when he’s inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame this spring. His accomplishments just in the last 15 years at Pinehurst Resort would turn heads — North and South Amateur Championships in 1995 and 1996, North and South Senior Amateur Championships in 2006, 2007 and 2009, and he qualified for the U.S. Amateur at Pinehurst in 2008. How dominant has Simson been, especially since moving primarily to the senior amateur circuit? Well, he won last year’s North and South Senior Amateur by 15 shots, and likely would have captured four in a row but didn’t play in the 2008 event because he was out of town on business. And Simson’s success in the Sandhills hasn’t been limited to Pinehurst Resort. He won his first Carolinas Amateur championship at Pinewild and advanced in local qualifying for the only U.S. Open he ever played in (1998) at Pinehurst Plantation, which is now Mid South Club. “Anybody going to Pinehurst for the first time from the Triangle drives through farmland and tobacco fields and then all of a sudden they come upon a place that is just so grand and steeped in golf history,” Simson said. “The whole aura of Pinehurst is something that is really special to me.” There’s no telling how many great golf shots Simson has hit over the last three decades to achieve his elite golfing status in the Tar Heel state. However, he can trace his “best shot ever” to Pinehurst No. 2 and the most exciting match he ever played. It was in the 1995 semifinals of the North and South Amateur, against the son of Hall of Fame golfer and North Carolina native Raymond Floyd. At the time, Robert Floyd was a collegiate golfer at the University of Florida, while Simson was 44 years old. “Of course, Raymond was out there watching and I came to the 18th hole one down. I hit a good tee ball and a nice second shot to 12 feet away and Robert was on the green, so I had to make a birdie,” Simson said, “Robert rolled his putt up there three feet away and he was probably going to make that and I’ve got a left-toright breaker. My son was caddying for me and he gave me the line outside the hole. I am always reluctant on the last hole to play it outside the hole because if it doesn’t break you don’t have a chance.” Simson asked his son Phillip a few times if he was confident the line was correct. Then he stroked the putt on the difficult turtleback green.

Pinehurst No. 2, Photo Courtesy of Pinehurst Media

036_039 golf article.indd 2

2/24/10 2:31:32 PM

Pinehurst No. 2, Photo Courtesy of Pinehurst Media

“I knocked it right on his line and it would have gone in a thimble,” Simson said. With the match now all square, the players headed to extra holes, where Simson’s drive on the second at Pinehurst No. 2 nestled close to the edge of a bunker near the left side of the fairway. He appeared doomed to lose the match. “It was so close to the sand I couldn’t stand in the bunker because I would have been too far away from the ball, so I basically had to have my heels hanging over the bunker and the balls of my feet on the edge,” Simson said, “I hit a 3-iron that went like a laser beam up there to about 12 feet. Robert was in the middle of the fairway and didn’t hit a very good second shot and he ran it left of the green 20 yards and couldn’t get up-and-down. All I had to do was two-putt to win. That 3-iron was probably the best competitive shot I’ve ever hit.” While Simson has won four Carolinas Golf Association player of the year awards (1998, 2005 and 2008) and the last four CGA senior men’s player of the year honors, he’s also made a mark recently overseas. Simson captured the prestigious British Senior Open Amateur in 2006 and 2008 and finished second there last year.

Good ole college try Simson, who played college golf at New Mexico, tried to qualify for the PGA Tour and Champions Tour once each, narrowly missing each time at Q-School. He chose never to try again, settling into his insurance business, a long marriage to wife Chris and home base at North Ridge Country Club. He moved here from Dallas in 1979, regained his amateur status and began a golfing trek of a different sort than his collegiate contemporaries, which included the likes of former PGA Tour major winners Ben Crenshaw, Tom Kite and Curtis Strange. “Little did we know back then, but all the guys I grew up playing college golf with together — those five college classes — there were probably 100 guys on Tour making a regular living 10 years later,” Simson said. “I kind of looked at it like I was pretty good, but all these other guys were pretty good too, and if I have difficulty beating them how tough was it going to be out on Tour? And the Tour wasn’t what it is now with all the money. It was a decent living and a lot of fame and fortune, but it wasn’t the crazy money that is in this day and time. I knew I could do other things and I just chose to do that.” Still, as Simson approached 50, some of his friends on the Champions Tour urged him to participate.

38 | PinehurstMagazine.com

036_039 golf article.indd 3

2/24/10 2:31:35 PM

“There were a bunch of them that told me to come out,” he said. “It just wasn’t the right time or the right place.” Talking to Simson on several occasions, there is no hint of regret for not following a professional golfing path as he yearly attempts to weave his amateur tournaments into a busy schedule as president of Stan Taylor Insurance. What has allowed Simson to retain his competitive edge on the course, even when he has to battle against some young guns? “I’ve always been known for my short game and my putting,” he said. “That still is the backbone of my success. If I start to hit the ball a little bit off or a little crooked or a little short, I can always rely on my short game to allow me to hit more bad shots and be able to recover. I also think I think a little better than other folks. I take calculated risks. I don’t go for all the flags; I don’t go for every par-5 in two; I try to play to my strengths. Sometimes when you have something you can rely on like your short game it makes it a lot easier to take greater chances on some shots because you know if you’re off you can still get up-and-down from a bunker or high rough around the green.” His self-evaluation is right on target, according to one of his yearly amateur competitors in the Triangle. “What amazes me about Paul on the course is his ability not to show his emotions,” said John Finster, a member at Hasentree Club and one of the Triangle’s top amateurs who often battles Simson for area titles. “If you are the group in front or behind Paul you are always trying to guess how he is doing, but you can’t go by his emotions because they are always the same.”

Distinguished by success For all his success, Simson is regularly stopped by tournament officials who ask him to produce his player credentials in order to proceed through security points. “When you play in major amateurs they just don’t expect somebody 58 years old to be playing,” Simson said. Simson tells a funny story about getting stopped at the Donald Ross Grill at Pinehurst Resort when he played in the North and South in 2008. At the time, he was six years older than any other golfer in the field. “I won my first match and I went into the dining hall to eat and they wouldn’t let me eat,” Simson said. “The lady wouldn’t let me through without paying because contestants get to eat free. I said, ‘No ma’am, I’m a contestant.’ And she said, ‘No, you’re not. I know you are somebody’s dad and you’re going to have to pay your $12 like everybody else does. ’” Simson was rescued by a reporter from a national magazine who informed the worker that Simson was not only supposed to be eating for free, but was a former two-time champion of the event. “It was pretty amusing because she was absolutely insistent that I was trying to get away with something and I was insistent that I was there because I was supposed to be,” Simson said. “The only thing that really distinguishes me from the crowd is my straw fedora,” he added. “Even when I play U.S. Senior Opens I get stopped all the time. It takes two or three days for the security people to realize who I am or at least that I’m allowed to get into the clubhouse.” The final distinguishing mark for Simson at the end of the day is his score, which more times than not is worth noting.

PinehurstMagazine.com | XX

036_039 golf article.indd 4

2/24/10 2:31:39 PM

OH SO

Charming Taking a look back at the history of the charm bracelet, and its resurgence in today’s jewelry market By Kristy Stevenson

Pandora bracelet from Framer’s Cottage

Any southern belle will recognize the charm bracelet as a piece of decorative jewelry worn around the wrist carrying personal charms (i.e., decorative pendants, trinkets or beads) that often signify important things in the owner’s life. The first recognizable charm bracelets and necklaces emerged during the age of Egyptian Pharaohs. And throughout history, variations of the bracelet can be found everywhere from the Roman Empire to the Middle Ages to the Renaissance era. The end of World War II, however, marked the explosion of charmed jewelry as we know it today. Soldiers leaving Europe and islands in the Pacific purchased little handmade trinkets as gifts to bring home to their sweethearts. Native craftsmen fashioned small bits of metal into tiny replicas of items common to the locale. Women loved the idea of a bracelet full of charms because of their sentimentality. Enterprising jewelers in the States quickly picked up on the trend to create charms for all occasions. The look began to disappear from the fashion scene during the early 1970s when disco and bare gold chains became the rage. By the mid-1980s, bracelets that had been out of circulation for decades were showing up in antique stores and flea markets — much to the delight of enthusiasts. And the boom in collectibles in the

Framer’s Cottage Pandora Pandora charms are threaded in the center and can be easily twisted onto a bracelet in any arrangement, without the need for soldering. Anyone can put it on; you don’t have to take it to a jeweler. The design allows the charms to move freely and rotate slightly with the wrist’s movement. This completely changed jewelry making. All of the stones are set in vs. being glued, and the silver is pure because it’s made in Denmark. You can tie a ribbon to your favorite charm, staple it in a greeting card, and send it just about anywhere for the price of a postage stamp. With Pandora, you can build the bracelet you want instead of a designer building it for you.

40 | PinehurstMagazine.com

040_045 charm bracelets.indd 1

2/23/10 4:15:06 PM

Gemma Gallery Rembrandt Charm bracelets take you on a trip down memory lane and tell a wonderful story of special times, trips and occasions. Rembrandt charms offer the widest selection of charms in everything from animals, sports and gardening, to photoart. Mechanical charms are available in various metals. For an extra special personal touch, Gemma Gallery can also duplicate a handwritten message!

1990s caused demand for vintage charms and charm bracelets to skyrocket. A gold charm purchased for $10 in 1950 now easily commanded $70-$80. Vintage charms with moving parts often sold for over $100 apiece and were highly prized by serious collectors. Even with the advent of massive buying and selling arenas like eBay, prices for vintage gold charms remain strong and show no sign of decline. As recently as 2001, the fashion industry again discovered the lure of the charm bracelet with modular pieces that built on the success that ‘Add A Bead’ necklaces had in the 80s. Local jewelry aficionado Vicki Jolliff enjoys picking up silver charm bracelets at antique shows or estate sales. “It’s interesting for me to see these charms that came from 40, 50 or even 60 years ago, and know that I can attach some significance from my own life to the charms that were on someone else’s bracelet,” she says. “I like the idea that I’m repurposing — making it meaningful for now.” Jolliff was introduced to the Pandora line of bracelets while working at the Framer’s Cottage in Pinehurst several years ago. For her, the allure was irresistible and she could stay within her budget by focusing on a basic sterling silver bead without a lot of adornment — yet still receive a beautiful and intricate piece of jewelry. “Once in awhile I splurge on something with a little more bling,” she says. Like Pandora, most of the major brands offer a variety of styles and price ranges.

040_045 charm bracelets.indd 2

2/23/10 4:15:09 PM

Fiskin & Fiskin, Inc. Custom Jewelers Monica Rich Kosann Today, charm bracelets have become more than just jewelry. They serve as keepsakes to chronicle defining moments and reflect personal style. Each bracelet in the Monica Rich Kosann collection is an heirloom in the making, representing a womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life and revealing a story through its distinctive sound. Inspired by her passion for photography, Monica Rich Kosann offers several charms that hold photos so that her bracelets truly represent a lifetime of memories. Monica Rich Kosann bracelet from Fiskin & Fiskin

Hawkins & Harkness Traditional collectibles and custom designs Many of Hawkins & Harknessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; pieces are unique as they craft charms, bracelets and so forth in their shop. They offer traditional collectibles and charms from around the world, some with moving pieces, and can also develop personal charms for moments in your life that you want to remember (basketballs, track shoes, hearts, crosses, dollar bills, etc). They also offer the opportunity to re-sell your old gold charms.

Gold Purse Locket Charm from Hawkins & Harkness

42 | PinehurstMagazine.com

040_045 charm bracelets.indd 3

2/23/10 4:15:20 PM

Honeycutt Jewelers Chamilia Chamilia Bracelets from Honeycutt Jewelers

Chamilia beads and bracelets are completely interchangeable with other bead lines, but the big difference is Chamilia’s locks, which can be placed anywhere on the bracelet as opposed to a fixed location. Comprised of handcrafted beads of 14k gold, sterling silver, Swarovski Crystals, Italian Murano glass and colored stones, Chamilia has a collection of over 600 designs with an exclusive collection of authentic Disney beads not available anywhere else.

Chamilia Bracelets from Honeycutt Jewelers

Pinehurst resident Sharon Berkshire is also a long-time charm bracelet devotee. As retailers capitalize on the richly remembered trend, Berkshire has spied an assortment of bracelets under the counters of local jewelers, antique shops, department stores, and even Walmart as the fashion surges to the style forefront yet again. Berkshire herself owns three charm bracelets — each entwined with its own treasured significance. The charms hold memories for her, nostalgic markers in time as vivid as an old photograph. The first of her trio is sterling silver with 26 charms that she began collecting as a teenager; these charms are considered tiny by today’s standards. The second piece is gold and features “pretty good sized” charms that she collected while traveling through Europe after college. “In those days, gold wasn’t as expensive as it is now,” says Berkshire, “so I was able to get a few charms there, and then added on to it [over the years] as well.” Her third bracelet is another sterling silver piece with large chain links that Berkshire purchased on travels through Italy. “It only has four or five [charms] because they’re quite big,” she explains. Berkshire’s original bracelet has become a family heirloom that cleaves to tales she now shares with her 9-year-old twin granddaughters, Emory and Madelaine. “I’m going to ask the girls to each choose one charm, and I’ll have a jeweler take them off and transfer them to new bracelets purchased for the girls,” she says. No two charms are alike, so the girls can select that which best represents their taste. One granddaughter received a dachshund charm because of her special relationship with the family pet. Berkshire PinehurstMagazine.com | 43

040_045 charm bracelets.indd 4

2/23/10 4:15:26 PM

Cameron & Co. Jewelers Trollbeads “Every story has a bead.” Cameron & Co. features Trollbeads because of the detail and vibrant colors of the glass beads; they’re undeniably unlike any other. The color possibilities are endless. And as the store caters to Southern girls, offering a line that featured pearls was very important. The Trollbead Triple Pearl and Fantasy designs are uniquely done, classical and romantic.

Trollbeads Bracelet from Cameron & Co.

44 | PinehurstMagazine.com

040_045 charm bracelets.indd 5

2/23/10 4:15:43 PM

Trollbeads Bracelet from Cameron & Co.

says it’s important for the charms to have individual meaning for both girls, and she will allow them to move more charms from her bracelet to their own as they get older. She’s passing down a piece of tradition that hopefully the girls will one day share with their own grandchildren. “Both like jewelry; they like to dress up in it and know that it came from our family,” she says. Berkshire chose bracelets for her granddaughters from Gemma Gallery in Pinehurst and ordered some made-in-theUSA charms as well. She was quick to point out that the gallery owner’s daughter, who is close in age to Emory and Madelaine, also recently started a bracelet – so the appeal is definitely being reintroduced to younger generations. Many of Berkshire’s charms are called ‘mechanical’ because of their moving parts. She has a train with moving wheels, a book that opens, and a teapot with a lid that moves up and down, just to name a few. Mechanical trinkets are not as common these days but can still be found by the savvy shopper. “I do still wear them on rarest of occasions,” Berkshire says of her collection. “Not too often anymore, but they’re a great conversation piece. I should get them out as they’re back in style!”

Trollbeads Necklace from Cameron & Co.

PinehurstMagazine.com | 45

040_045 charm bracelets.indd 6

2/23/10 4:16:00 PM

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

place

pinehurst

farm dinner on the

Thursday, May 27, 2009

Dining in the Field • Sandy Woods Farm $125. Limited space available, purchase tickets at Elliotts on Linden For more information, call 910.215.0775 Mark Elliot, owner and chef of Elliotts on Linden, is taking dinner to the field to support the Sandhills Children’s Center. Thursday, May 27, 2010 Elliott and his sous chefs will prepare a 4-course dinner under the trees at Sandy Woods Farm off Linden Road. Proceeds benefit Sandhills Children’s Center.

Exciting Changes

Village of Pinehurst for the

Razook’s Building Embraces New Look When people hear the name Pinehurst, the first thing that probably comes to mind is golf. After all, the area boasts more than 30 courses, including Pinehurst’s Course No. 2 which is top 10 in the country and the site of more championships than any other course nationwide. Although still thought of as a resort community, Pinehurst’s climate and airy peacefulness has amassed an increasing number of year-round residents in recent years. “One of the most beautiful times to visit Pinehurst is the spring as everything is in bloom again, the birds are chirping, and you hear the church bells off in the distance – it’s that picturesque,” says Deborah Myatt, owner of Le Faux Chateau, located in the core of the Village. “Pinehurst is made up of a diverse, growing population of people who are coming from all over the country,” she says. In the heart of the Village, the familiar red-brick Razook’s Building is currently nearing the completion of renovations that began in 2008. Razook’s currently sustains storefronts along Chinquapin Road and will soon offer additional retail space opening to Market Square on the back side of the building when construction is complete. The historic structure has almost doubled in size with an 8000 square foot expansion, but still retains much of its original charm. “The addition was

constructed in a manner to make it look like it’s always been there. It’s architecturally in sync with the older part of the Village,” says Jeff Batton, Assistant Village Manager. “They did a nice job with the brick work and the exterior finishes, making it flow and blend in with the rest of the core.” This latest remodel is one of many over the years and includes a three-story atrium and an elevator. With an occupation date of May 2010, the new retail stores will be of a good mix to draw people into the Village to shop. Razook’s lower level will feature a wine/martini bar or brewpub, while the first floor offers high-end retail space. The second floor is home to fully furnished executive suites (with a common reception area and state-of-the-art conference and meeting facilities), and the top floor is ideal for corporate offices or company headquarters. The building is eco-friendly with dirt walls and green furnishing, and construction is funded by private investors and dollars from the Village of Pinehurst. “We’re working with several brand-new businesses who are excited to be a part of the Village,” Holly Bell, Broker for Clift Commercial, says of new tenants. “People don’t come to the Village to peek in bank or real estate windows, for the most part,” says Myatt. The Village recently passed an ordinance stipulating that there could be no more

By Kristy Stevenson

RIES CONCERT SE ARBORETUM – ent on ES ev U es BL ri & Se tum Concert MOORE JAZZ ing your s” is an Arbore

rk. Br d Blue m in Wicker Pa “Moore Jazz an the Arboretu at th FREE concert 15 us ay lo M Saturday, for this fabu rs ai ch s will n w la s and verage vendor picnic basket . Food and be m local tu r re ou bo es Ar ud ul line-up incl zz in the beautif ja le ib ary ed cr nd ble. The in ed by lege also be availa bands, follow zz Ja tet ol in ho qu Sc ty High n Band jazz Moore Coun the John Brow ith ur w yo C, te ie vi gg In ist Re le concert! jazz saxophon e r this incredib th fo at er t lin en ad ev he zz e the first ja r featured as th fo t ou l ai e m em mily to co 8-2000, or friends and fa n, call (910) 94 io at rm fo in e r mor Arboretum. Fo m. marketing.co ew th at m info@

DAY PARADE de ST. PATRICK’S aditional para 9th ANNUAL cludes the tr amrocks, the green in

n of ed with sh The celebratio town is glitter The ge while the lla vi munity spirit. e m th co gh of t lo thou a d an , g th comin up Irish heritage rday, March 13 green paint, tu Sa , of am 11 at promptly ugh the center parade starts lia Road, thro no ry ag ta M ili on m l g ge Hal ur returnin from the Villa e parade is “O ed th m of Ar e e th em of th e branches the Village. Th rsonnel in all ntown, l active duty pe ’s will be dow ck ri ld Ba heroes and al . St , de ra ncer pa s wing the r children’ ca Forces”. Follo d awareness fo an up ey ck on pi m n raise rade, you ca cutting hair to or to enter the pa e b, lik Pu s ld an ou w ug u llage Hall, D Vi t research. If yo rs hu ne Pi . arch 20th y from the be Saturday, M a parade entr rain date will e Th . op Sh Kings Irish

48 | PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM

non-retail businesses/restaurants at street level, unless they’re grandfathered in. “Shoppers come to see pretty and charming boutiques for things that are either already in their own backyard, or different items than wherever it is they’re visiting from – whether it’s Charlotte or San Francisco. People want unique and different.” And so Pinehurst strives to give it to them. The transformation of the Razook’s Building will enhance the overall look of the Village. “Additionally, within the past year, the Mayor developed two new committees made up of citizens and people from the business guild,” says Batton. “The Downtown Revitalization and Downtown Beautification Committees are working on a variety of initiatives with staff to enhance the business district.” Results that have already spun out of those committees include the addition of planters throughout the Village, hanging baskets on the existing streetlamps, and the addition of supplementary streetlamps in a few locations. “Not only is it safer, it’s in keeping with the historic charm of the Village,” says Myatt, who sits on the Revitalization Committee. Dollars from next year’s budget (which begins in July) have already been earmarked for ongoing discussions on ways to expand and improve the sand parking lot which is the main lot for the core Village. In addition, the Village is budgeting to add a handicapped-accessible public restroom. “That’s important because a lot of the structures in the downtown area are all of an older nature and do not currently have handicapped accessible ADA-compliant facilities,” says Batton. “The cost to upgrade those buildings and bring them into ADA-compliance is excessive and could be a deterrent to some of the businesses that may want to locate here. But by having one in close proximity, we can meet building code requirements.”

Other plans include the addition of benches, giving folks the chance to sit and relax while they shop. Some of the Village walkways are being improved upon and there is an ongoing effort to cultivate the area landscaping. A Welcome Center is also slated to open March 1st and will be located in the original part of the Sandhills Woman’s Exchange log cabin. Mayor Lane and the Village Council believe this will be key to promoting, enhancing and attracting guests and visitors to the area. If you are a resident of Pinehurst, Myatt implores you to explore your own backyard! “I think that in today’s world of mass-produced, big box stores, people are craving a little charm and it brings them back to when they were young and the world was a little bit friendlier and easier,” she says. In that vein, the Village of Pinehurst will host an old fashioned “block party” later this year to commemorate the grand opening of the new Razook’s Building and celebrate all the Village has to offer. Whether you are a resident, a visitor or an old friend — we hope to see you there.

We are e xcited th at Green will be o Gate Oli pening a ve Oils retail sto lage of P re in the inehurst Vil. They exp April 1, 2 ect to op 010. en Green G ate Olive Oils will flavors o offer 30-4 f olive o ils and 0 around th vinegars e world, from includin Australia g Italy, S and Chil pain, e. Orga also be a nic oils vailable. will 113 Chin Village quapin R of Pine oad, hurst. www.gre 910-986-0 engateoli 880. veoils.co The co m mpanies’ “George owner Manley o said th at f Clift Co been ou mmercia tstandin l has g and he asked fo couldn’t r better have service th leasing p roughou rocess.” t the

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | XX

050_053 ph group.indd 1

2/25/10 10:19:18 AM

Shopping

PINEHURST

050_053 ph group.indd 2

2/25/10 10:19:25 AM

Shopping

PINEHURST

050_053 ph group.indd 3

2/25/10 10:19:32 AM

050_053 ph group.indd 4

2/25/10 10:19:37 AM

CALENDAR

march/april 2010

GATHERING AT GIVEN

March 4. Gathering at Given, to hear Brad and Beth Kocher speak. They will be speaking about Pinehurst--from the beginning. Given Memorial Library at 3:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

PINE NEEDLES MEN’S INVITATIONAL

GREAT ORNAMENTAL GRASSES

March 20th. 9:00pm. TransWorld Radio in Cary. Susan Ely, a writer for Pinehurst Magazine, is one of 6 presenters at the women’s prayer outreach sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries International and TransWorld Radio.

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR AND TEA

Carolina Horse Park at Five Points, just off Hwy. 211 between Aberdeen and Raeford. 910-8752074 or visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.

March 4-7. To request additional information regarding this “Invite Only Event”, please email Pine Needles at reservations@rossresorts.com or call 1-800-747-7272. Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club. 1005 Midland Road, Southern Pines.

March 12. 10am-noon. Discover the stories of Pinehurst’s history and enjoy the traditions of classic high tea at one of America’s Historic Landmarks. $25/person. Space is limited, please call for reservations. 910-235-8415.

ART EXHIBIT & OPENING RECEPTION

PINEHURST INTERCOLLEGIATE GOLF TOURNAMENT

March 5. 6-8pm. Young People’s Fine Arts Festival. Exhibit on display through March 20, call for schedule. Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. 910-692-2787.

March 12-14. 19 collegiate golf teams will compete on Pinehurst No. 8 for the Pinehurst Intercollegiate title. Pinehurst Resort, Pinehurst. For info, contact Tournament Office at 910-235-8140.

JAZZY FRIDAYS

March 12-14 and 18-21. Hours: Thurs. - Sat. at 7:30pm, Sun. at 2pm. In the Baptist backwoods of the Bible Belt, the beleaguered Turpin family proves that living and dying in the South are seldom tidy and always hilarious. Sunrise Theater, Broad St, Southern Pines. For tickets call 910-692-7118.

March 5, 2010. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres. Admission is $8/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. 910-369-0411.

SUNRISE SPECIAL EVENT - DERVISH

March 5. 7:30pm. Tickets $35. Cathy Jordan fronts one of Ireland’s premiere Celtic bands. Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad St., Southern Pines. Box Office 910-692-3611. www.sunrisetheater.com.

2010 HOME & GARDEN EXPO & PARADE OF HOMES

DEARLY DEPARTED

SOUTHERN PINES HORSE TRIALS I

March 13-14. Carolina Horse Park at Five Points, just off Hwy. 211 between Aberdeen and Raeford. 910-875-2074 or www.carolinahorsepark.com.

MOORE COUNTY CONCERT BAND

March 5-7. Fri. Noon-6pm; Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun. noon-5pm. Sponsored by the Moore County Home Builders Association. The Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst Resort, Pinehurst. 910-944-2992.

March 14. 2pm. Free. Cardinal Ballroom, Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst Resort, Village of Pinehurst. For more information please visit www.moorecountyband.com.

ROOSTER’S WIFE CONCERT SERIES

March 17. Hats & Afternoon Tea in the Village. Join us for a lovely afternoon tea in the Village of Pinehurst and view photos of teas from decades past. Hosted by Laurie Rich and Julie Sanford Interiors at the Craven Cottage, 2:00 p.m., $25 per person.

March 7. Featuring Sara Grey and Kieron Means. 114 Knight St, Aberdeen. Please call The Rooster’s Wife at 910-944-7502 or visit www.theroosterswife.org.

WEYMOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES

March 7. 3pm. Featuring Louise Toppin, soprano, and David Heid, pianist. Weymouth Center. 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. 910-692-6261.

MAGNIFY THE LORD WITH ME

March 11. 10am. The Sandhills Horticultural Society and Council of Garden Clubs will sponsor a program at the Ball Visitors Center. Free lecture — Beyond Pampas: Great Ornamental Grasses for Today’s Gardens. Contact Tricia Mabe at 910-695-3882 to reserve a space.

HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS

JAZZY FRIDAYS

March 19. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres. Admission is $8/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. 910-369-0411.

SOUTHERN PINES HORSE TRIALS II

CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES

March 22. 8:00 pm. Featuring The Tokyo String Quartet.Sunrise Theater, Broad Street Southern Pines 910-692-4356.

OPEN HOUSE

March 25. Fox Hollow Senior Living open house. 1-4pm. 190 Fox Hollow, Pinehurst. 910695-0011. www.foxhollowseniorliving.com.

RUTH PAULY LECTURE SERIES

March 25. 7:30pm. Dr. Robert Berry - “The Trials and Triumphs of an Insurance-Free Doctor”. Free and open to the public. Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College, Airport Road, Southern Pines. 910-245-3132.

THE PALUSTRIS FESTIVAL

March 25-28. A celebration of the arts in Moore County. Many varied events are scheduled throughout the period. For more information contact Claire Phillips at 910692-3330, ext. 235; email cphillips@ncrrbiz. com; or visit www.palustrisfestival.com.

FINE ARTS LECTURE SERIES

March 26. 10am. Dr. Molly Gwinn. Please call the Arts Council of Moore County at 910-6922787 for reservations. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines.

THE MET AT THE SUNRISE - HAMLET

March 27. 1pm. Shakespeare has inspired more operatic adaptations than any other writer’s. Tickets for Live In HD: Sunrise Office and online. The Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad St, Southern Pines. www.sunrisetheater.com.

GATHERINE AT GIVEN

April 1. Linda Hamwi, a local Master Gardener, talks about how to be successful with your container gardening. Given Memorial Library at 3:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

54 | PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM

054_055 calendar.indd 1

2/23/10 1:35:29 PM

BETH HOFFMAN PRESENTS SAVING CEECEE HONEYCUTT

April 10. 4pm. BETH HOFFMAN presents her debut novel SAVING CEECEE HONEYCUTT. THE COUNTRY BOOKSHOP, 140 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines, NC. 910-692-3211.

JAZZY FRIDAYS

April 2. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres. Admission is $8/ person. Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. 910-369-0411.

3RD ANNUAL PINE NEEDLES JUNIOR INVITATIONAL

April 2-4. Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club. 1005 Midland Road, Southern Pines. Please call 1-800-747-7272 for more information.

STONEYBROOK STEEPLECHASE

April 3. Gates open 9:30am, first race 1pm. This family event includes picnics, tailgating, hat show and a horse race. Carolina Horse Park at Five Points, Hoke County just off Hwy. 211. 910875-2074. www.carolinahorsepark.com.

SOUTHERN PINES COMBINED DRIVING EVENT

April 8-11. Carolina Horse Park at Five Points, Hoke County just off Hwy. 211. For more information: Kelly Valdes 910-875-2074 or visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.

PINEHURST RESORT’S HISTORIC WALKING TOUR AND TEA

April 9. 10am-noon. Discover the stories of Pinehurst’s history and enjoy the traditions of classic high tea at one of America’s Historic Landmarks. $25/person. Space is limited, please call for reservations. 910-235-8415.

WEYMOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES

April 11. 3pm. Featuring Jonathan Bagg. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. 910-692-6261.

SOUTHERN PINES GARDEN CLUB HOME TOUR

April 14. 10am-5pm. 6 lovely private homes and gardens will be open to the public All offer a peek into beautiful historic residences or some stunning new construction. Advance tickets $15, Day of Tour $20. Advance tickets:The Country Bookshop, The Campbell House, Lynes’s Furniture Gallery or by calling 910-295-4617.

FINE ARTS LECTURE SERIES

April 15. 10am. Dr. Molly Gwinn. Please call the Arts Council of Moore County at 910-6922787 for reservations. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines.

JAZZY FRIDAYS

April 16. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres. Admission is $8/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. (910)369-0411

THE WOMEN OF THE PINES ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE

April 17. 8am-1pm. Old West End Gymnasium on Highway 211 in West End. Admission is free. Breakfast and lunch available.

SANDHILLS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY PLANT SALE

April 17. 8am-Noon. Spring plant sale. (Steed Hall) of Sandhills Community College. For information or to per-order call 910-695-3882.

CLASSIC CONCERT “SING ON”

SPRINGFEST

April 24. 10am-4pm. Free! Enjoy handmade crafts, great food, live entertainment and more in downtown Southern Pines. Registration is scheduled from 9:00-11:0am at The Sunrise Theater. The bike races begin at 11:15am. Broad St, Southern Pines. For info 910-692-2463 or visit www.southernpines.biz.

JAZZY FRIDAYS

April 30. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres. Admission is $8/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. 910-369-0411.

RUN FOR THE ROSES WINE TASTING

April 30. Hours: 6-9pm. Come celebrate the Kentucky Derby with amazing wines, great food and unbeatable company. Advance reservations necessary. Proceeds to benefit The Sandhills Children’s Center. The Fair Barn, Pinehurst Harness Track, Route 5, Village of Pinehurst. Please call 910-692-3323 for info.

GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE

April 18. 4pm. Moore County Choral Society, presents its Spring Classical Concert, “Sing On”, at Lee Auditorium at Pinecrest High School in Southern Pines. Call 910-295-3971.

April 24. 10am-3pm in the Pinehurst Village Sand Parking Lot. Proceeds will benefit scholarship and local beautification. For information 910-255-0720 or 910-215-8719.

LONGLEAF PINE HORSE TRIALS

ANN B. ROSS PRESENTS MISS JULIA DELIVERS THE GOODS

April 17-18. Free for spectators. Horses and riders compete in a three-phase competition including dressage, cross-country, and show jumping. Carolina Horse Park, Montrose Road, Raeford. 910-875-2074.

SPRING BEDDING PLANT SALE

April 23. 1-5 pm. April 24, 2010. 10am-Noon. The Landscape Gardening students of Sandhills Community College will hold their annual bedding plant sale. Call 910- 695-3882 or 910-246-4959.

GERMAN MASTERS/SYMPHONY

April 24. 8pm. Featuring Peng Li, cello. Music includes Haydn’s Cello Concerto in D Major. Pinecrest High School Auditorium, Hwy 15501, Southern Pines. For tickets or info call 1-877-627-6724. www.ncsymphony.org.

TOUR DE MOORE

April 24. 8am-1pm. Several cyclist levels of competition; 100 miles around Moore County. Starts at Campbell House, Southern Pines. 910-692-2463.

April 27. 2pm. Auditorium at Penick Village. ANN B. ROSS returns with MISS JULIA RENEWS HER VOWS, and MISS JULIA DELIVERS THE GOODS now in paperback. Call The Country Bookshop at 910-692-3211 for reservations.

CCNC GARDEN CLUB LUNCHEON & SILENT AUCTION

April 28. 11:30am. The luncheon and auction funds benefit the “Flowers for Hospice” program, and the SCC Scholarship Fund. Tickets: $25. each in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door. Event will be in the CCNC Ballroom. For tickets, call Carolyn Hallett at (910) 986-2319.

events

Community events you would like published in the calendar may be emailed to gstephens@pinehurstmagazine.com.

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | 55

054_055 calendar.indd 2

2/23/10 1:35:35 PM

056_063 sp group.indd 1

2/24/10 11:49:41 AM

056_063 sp group.indd 2

2/24/10 11:49:47 AM

056_063 sp group.indd 3

2/24/10 11:49:50 AM

Shopping

SOUTHERN PINES

056_063 sp group.indd 4

2/24/10 11:49:54 AM

Shopping

SOUTHERN PINES

056_063 sp group.indd 5

2/24/10 11:49:59 AM

056_063 sp group.indd 6

2/24/10 11:50:04 AM

Shopping

SOUTHERN PINES

056_063 sp group.indd 7

2/24/10 11:50:07 AM

Gardening Tips

from Southern Pines Garden Club Members

SOUTHERN PINES GARDEN CLUB HOME TOUR April 14. 10am-5pm. Six lovely private homes and gardens will be open to the public. Advance tickets $15, Day of Tour $20. 910-295-4617.

Southern Pines Garden Club members are particularly noted for their outstanding gardening and flower arranging skills! 1. Andrea Wise Leech, known for having arranged flowers for the Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill advises to understand the uniqueness of our soil and ecology and take your cues from the natural landscape. Ask to visit the gardens of others to see what is thriving. Our soil’s good drainage is ideal for Irises and Oriental Lilies. True gardeners love to share and propagate their plants. 2. Mary Jo Morris enriches the soil under her older dogwoods by covering the ground out to the drip line with several layers of newsprint, saturated with water and then covered with mulch or leaves. After 6 months to a year the soil is enriched and ready for planting. 3. For a smashing show of bulbs, Mary Schwab suggests clustering your bulbs in a circle, like a pinwheel. Do not plant them too deepthen cover them with some slow release fertilizer and an inch or two of mulch. ·To crystallize blossoms: Combine an egg white with a teaspoon of water. Spread the blossoms on a single layer of waxed paper and brush them with the egg white and water mixture using a pastry brush. Sprinkle the blossoms with sugar and allow them to dry completely. Flowers can be stored in the refrigerator for a month. 4. Suzanne Daughtridge never leaves the hair salon without a bag of hair to use around her plants as a deterrent to deer. 5. Jean Webster, noted orchid gardener, has a solution to fight fungus on Phalaenopsis orchids. Sprinkle cinnamon at the base (crown) of the leaves. 6. Mary Jo Worth reminds us to be “green” by composting our cuttings and scraps. ·After you boil eggs, save the water for your plants. It contains beneficial nutrients. ·Forget the cumbersome clippers when cutting back Liriope before the new growth begins. The lawn mower and weed eater work just as well. 7. Flower arranging tips from Joanne Kilpatrick: ·Cut greenery the day before you use it and soak it overnight in a bucket of water. ·Be sure all woody stems are scraped with a knife so they can soak up water. This includes woody stemmed flowering plants such as hydrangeas and gardenias. ·If hydrangea blossoms are wilted, soak the whole blossom, stem and leaves in warm water. 8. Mary Schwab likes to decorate with crystallized flowers when she entertains. They are lovely on cakes or in a glass of ice tea.

056_063 sp group.indd 8

2/24/10 11:50:09 AM

Q&A

By Kate Turgeon

Spatacular You know the basics of looking your best – using sunscreen, getting enough sleep, exercising, maintaining a healthy diet and drinking plenty of water. But what happens when you’re doing that, but still feeling like you look older than you feel? For some, a spa day easily leads to relaxation, rejuvenation and an improved appearance. Others, and their numbers are increasing, may be wondering about cosmetic procedures. Despite the sluggish economy, The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that in 2008, laser skin resurfacing was up 15 percent from the year before; Botox® and Hyaluronic fillers were up by more than six percent. Cosmetic surgeries, such as lower body lifts, were up, too. If you’re wondering what options are right for you, start with research. It’s important no matter which therapy, treatment or procedure you’re interested in. “Patients should always find a doctor they are comfortable with and one they can trust,” says Dr. Jefferson Kilpatrick of Pinehurst Surgical. Ask about the doctor’s background, credentials and board certifications, he adds. For answers to your questions about treatment options and looking your best, Pinehurst Magazine talked to local doctors and beauty professionals. Read on for their answers!

Hannah Cox, licensed esthetician Pinehurst Surgical What’s the best treatment on the day of an important party or meeting? HC: The Jane Iredale mineral makeup application is sure to get you ready. The minerals give your skin a radiant look without clogging pores or causing irritations…a mineral makeover allows you to see a different perspective on your makeup. Best treatment for immediate results? HC: The dermaplaning or the glycolic gel peel treatments give instant results you can see and feel. You can expect smoother, more radiant skin after these treatments. What if I’m unsure what I need? HC: Come in for a skin care evaluation/facial. This takes about an hour. During your consultation, a thorough skin cleansing and analysis is done. This allows me to see the skin up close with no makeup. We will discuss what bothers you about your skin. Together we can decide what will work for your skin, your schedule and your budget.

Jefferson K. Kilpatrick, M.D., Pinehurst Surgical American Board of Otolaryngology — American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery What’s your most popular treatment/procedure? Why is it so popular? JK: We offer a broad range of services, but I would say face lifts, eye lifts and brow lifts. Because we offer so many levels of treatment, we are able to assess patients’ needs and match them up with the right procedure at the right point in their lives. What’s one treatment that you offer that’s valuable, but that people aren’t getting in large numbers? Why is it worthwhile? Why do you think people aren’t getting it?

JK: Rhinoplasty. It can be cosmetic and help restore function. I think people have seen very public examples of bad rhinoplasty or “nose jobs,” like Michael Jackson. Today we are using better techniques that foster more sustainable results. Public perception is that these surgeries turn out badly, but that is not the case anymore. Are there any two treatments that work well as a pair? JK: Absolutely, the upper eyelid lift and brow lift. Usually if we do one without the other, the patient isn’t completely satisfied. The pairing offers great, long-term results. What’s your staff’s favorite procedure? JK: I have a young staff, so they love Botox®. But the favorite of our patients is still the eyelid lift, brow lift and face lift.

David I. Klumpar, M.D. Carolina Skin Care Duke - Trained General & Aesthetic Dermatologist and Medical Director of Carolina Skin Care & Spa. What are the biggest misconceptions surrounding Botox®? DK: There are two. The first is that it hurts. It doesn’t. We use a topical numbing cream, which takes the edge off what’s practically a pain-free injection even without the numbing cream. We also use a tiny syringe and a tiny needle…it’s not like the big needle you’d see when having blood drawn. The second misconception is that it causes drooping around the eyelid. If it’s done correctly, it should never cause an eyelid droop, a frozen-looking face or any

64 | PinehurstMagazine.com

064_067 guide local spa.indd 1

2/23/10 1:37:36 PM

“Patients need to ask about board certifications, but it can be confusing. To get clarification, patients can visit www.Aafprs.org. Regarding certifications, ask your doctor: 1.) What certifications do you have? What do they mean? And how did you get them? 2.) How many of the proposed procedures have you performed?” -Dr. Jefferson Kilpatrick, Pinehurst Surgical

Answers to Your Beauty Questions

unnatural facial distortion. With Botox®, which is a staff favorite at Carolina Skin Care, most people look natural, younger and better, not frozen or artificial. It’s why we’re starting earlier with that first wrinkle that’s bothersome to patients. What’s the best procedure for patients willing to wait for results and let the overall effect gradually occur? DK: A procedure that has fallen out of the spotlight, largely, is the chemical peel. But they’re very inexpensive and more appropriate for certain situations, such as dispigmentation of the skin... lighter or darker spots, sometimes called the mask of pregnancy. Chemical peels improve the texture of the skin and require no downtime compared to a non-invasive laser. For even better results, chemical peels may be combined with bleaching creams. How useful are facials? DK: Facials are very important, especially for people with acne, excessively dry or excessively oily skin. Exfoliation, evacuation of clogged pores and moisturizing are good anytime. But for people whose skin is really oily, spring, summer and early fall are optimal times for a facial, while the winter might be the best time for those with dry skin. Quarterly facials are recommended. What’s one common misunderstanding about therapies and treatments in general? DK: Cost. For example, microdermabrasion is like a turbo-charged facial and it’s usually about $125 per session. Over time, it can fill in fine lines and stimulate collagen for a more youthful appearance. And insurance usually covers the cost of an initial dermatology consultation about 90 percent of the time. For rosacea patients, lasers and topical medications give great results that are very reproducible. The face responds wonderfully to lasers…and it doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive — for about $600 you can look and feel better.

064_067 guide local spa.indd 2

2/23/10 1:37:39 PM

Ofelia N. Melley, M.D., The Laser Institute of Pinehurst The American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, The American Academy of Family Physicians The North Carolina Medical Society What’s the best treatment people aren’t getting, but should? OM: Regualar photofacials, it’s a new technique in this area and people don’t know about it. An intense laser treatment, a photofacial is a procedure where a powerful light of one wavelength scans the face to reduce brown and red spots. Laser technology can also fade broken capillaries and blue veins along the edge of the nose, while reducing fine lines and wrinkles, stimulating collagen and preventing the signs of aging. Photofacials are less expensive than photorejuvenation, and can be performed on a monthly basis. They’re relaxing, and pain-free. What’s the best treatment for immediate results? OM: For people whose faces have developed unwanted wrinkles, Botox® and dermal injectables, such as Juvederm and Radiesse, are the best treatments for immediate results. There is none to very little down time and very little discomfort. Procedures can be performed in less than an hour in a general office setting and the patient can, many times, go out that night. What’s the best spa service for the day of a meeting or party? OM: Microdermabrasion followed by a make up application. With microdermabrasion, the outermost surface of the skin is partially or completely removed by light abrasion. It helps improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin, lessens the look of scars and diminishes the appearance of pores. What are the benefits of chemical peels? OM: The more you do them, the less down time you have. They keep the skin fresh, active and clean. There are many different types offered here that will keep skin healthy and active. Also, chemical peels can be done monthly.

Kim Parker, Executive Spa Director The Spa at Pinehurst, Pinehurst Resort What’s the best treatment people aren’t getting, but should? KP: Our foot refresher. It’s for people who are short on time. Good use of a lunch break! A change of clothes is not required, and the therapist can take you directly to a therapy room for 30 minutes of therapy for the most neglected part of your body, your feet. Which therapies are staff favorites? KP: Definitely the hot stone massage! With essential oil blends, it’s perfect for deep relaxation and relieving tension in muscles. Pinehurst was founded as a health resort, so our therapies incorporate the rich earthly nutrients and botanicals of the area. The magnolia luxury facial is a favorite, too. With the benefits of a custom facial, the magnolia utilizes a special warm mitt that our guests really like. It also includes a foot massage with magnolia-blended lotion, a fitting nod to our area. What’s the best spa service for less than $100? KP: The pine salt scrub provides a 30-minute therapy that has lasting results by exfoliating and smoothing dry skin. Another choice is the lavender bath escape, which combines aromatherapy with a 30-minute soak to instantly relieve tension.

66 | PinehurstMagazine.com

064_067 guide local spa.indd 3

2/23/10 1:37:41 PM

What is the best spa service for those looking to splurge? The relaxer package--includes bath escape, Pinehurst signature massage and magnolia luxury facial. What’s one thing people may not know about your spa? KP: There’s no other invitation to relaxation like The Spa at Pinehurst. Whether you’re having a manicure or a full day of therapies, you can enjoy our tranquil facility all day. We always encourage guests to stay with us for the entire day, and bring a swimsuit and favorite book.

Steven M. Zoellner, M.D. Pinehurst Plastic Surgery Specialists Board Certified Plastic Surgeon What’s the average age range of first-time clients? What prompts them to seek you out? SZ: Men and women, typically between the ages of 35-60 seek us out for many reasons. They might be making a career change and feel they need to stay competitive with the younger set; so rejuvenating their appearance not only boosts self-confidence, but also gives them an edge in the job market. Older individuals who feel young and stay active, many times, want to look as great as they feel. Life changes such as divorce or dramatic weight loss can also prompt individuals to seek out procedures, both invasive and non-invasive, to refresh and improve their appearance. Are there two treatments that work well as a pair? Yes. A facelift in combination with injectable filler can do wonders for a fresh, natural appearance. A facelift procedure alone should succeed in rejuvenating the face without a pulled or wind-blown look. To obtain that, tightening of the face should be kept to a minimum; however the patient is sometimes left with some minimal facial folds. The injectable filler does a nice job of completing an overall natural, refreshed appearance. Our facelift patients can take it a step further in making their results last. In combination with facial peels, a good skin care program, such as Obagi or PCA Skin, will improve the quality and tone of the skin for a youthful glow. Which treatme n t s a r e b e s t f o r i m m e diate results? That would have to be injectable fillers such as Radiesse, Restylane or Juvederm. These treatments offer immediate results and last up to 12 months. For those seeking a “quick fix” for facial folds and wrinkles, this is a safe and effective treatment.

PinehurstMagazine.com | 67

064_067 guide local spa.indd 4

2/23/10 1:37:42 PM

Shopping

DOWNTOWN ABERDEEN

068_069 aber group.indd 1

2/24/10 1:32:43 PM

068_069 aber group.indd 2

2/24/10 1:32:46 PM

Along the W Photographay y

ography

Phot McKenzie

Picture Perfect capturing the elusive family photograph

Michell PhotogeraBolton phy

By Kate Turgeon 109. That’s how many outtakes emerged when I attempted a family photograph last year. I look through them when I need a laugh and a reminder of my neurosis about what makes a good picture. What’s going on in the 109-image mess? My husband’s eyes are closed. I’m fixing my hair. My toddler is trying for a super smile, yet appears to be in pain. My older child is looking at everything but the camera. There’s a myriad of things happening, none of which is a photograph worth attaching to a holiday card. But it’s not always a disaster. Every once in a while my pointand-shoot digital camera will capture magic. Like many parents, I never know when the great image will be created, when my pointer finger will act at the right moment. Indeed, having a happy child, a natural setting and a camera click at the precise moment is like seeing stars align. Experience has taught me that I shouldn’t be the only one responsible for documenting my family’s growth and joy. Whenever possible, I make an appointment with a pro. There’s something unique that can happen inside a photography studio or outside at a scenic location when years of expertise blend with professional cameras and appropriate lighting. Join Pinehurst Magazine for a look at family photography. From tips on taking photos to insights on working with a professional, there’s a little something for everyone.

Mom or Dad as Shutterbug

Along the Way Photography

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds1 1

As a parent, you’re used to playing lots of roles — referee, driver and chef to name a few. It’s not surprising that you’d want to play photographer, too. But capturing a meaningful family photograph requires a little know-how. The pros have a few tips for moms and dads: For starters, choose a time when your child is most agreeable and happy, such as after a naptime for babies and toddlers. And avoid times such as high noon for outdoor pictures. Try mid-morning or late afternoon when the sun is lower on the horizon, suggests Don McKenzie of McKenzie Photography in Southern Pines. When it comes to clothing, choose earth tones and primary colors. “You want the eye of the viewer to go to the subjects’ faces and not be distracted by multiple patterns,” says McKenzie. Stay away from overt logos, stripes, plaids and character-type clothing, too. “You don’t have to do ‘matchy-matchy’ clothing,” says Michelle Bolton, a West End photographer. “[But] make sure your clothing selections complement each other.”

2/24/10 10:28:52 AM

Michelle Bolton Photography

When it comes to setting, find a place that your family enjoys. After all, when a child is comfortable and happy you’re more likely to get that natural grin you’re looking for. Almost no location is too simple. Consider snapping a candid at the breakfast table as your child pours her own bowl of cereal or set up a tripod at a familiar neighborhood park and capture every member of your family together. No matter where you are, be aware of what’s in the background. The pros call this composition. “You may have taken the best photo only to later realize that it looks like a branch is sticking out of a family member’s head,” says Bolton, who also recommends filling the frame with your subjects and using a camera’s zoom feature. If you’re taking lackluster pictures, consider changing the angle. A traditional vantage point for photographers taking portraits is a few degrees above the subject’s eyes. But don’t be confined to this. Crouch down low or find something sturdy to stand up on. “Try to be very intentional about where you place your family members so that it looks appealing to the eye,” says Jaime Cox of Along the Way Photography in Southern Pines. “And shoot from different heights with your camera to find the best angle for the shot.”

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds2 2

2/24/10 10:28:59 AM

Another useful tip is to keep the photo session fluid, maintaining a swift pace. Resist checking the LCD screen after each and every shot. Remind your family members to switch poses — for example, hands in pockets to arms crossed; shifting their weight from one foot to another; and turning their bodies to face different directions (facing the camera 3/4 of the way often works well). This way you won’t end up with 20 pictures of the same pose. It’s also a good idea to shoot both horizontal and vertical pictures. Finally, be kind when you’re behind the camera. It’s good for morale. After all, no one wants to hear comments such as “no, this won’t work” or “I don’t like that.” This doesn’t mean you have to boisterously love every image on your screen; being affirmative about some of the pictures is good enough.

Working with a Professional You may know the drill about how to find a photographer — word of mouth, online portfolios, websites and one-on-one meetings. But, do you know how to get the most out of your family photography session? Or what’s on your photographer’s mind? Photographers are typically easy-going professionals who just want you to enjoy the experience. Bolton often likes to start a session by meeting the children first and sometimes letting them have a look at her camera equipment. Letting the kids know that she wants them to have fun is a top priority for Bolton, who started out as a part-time newspaper photographer. But every ounce of fun needs some preparation for good measure. In fact, a solid setup can be your biggest asset. “Plan ahead about your clothing and don’t do it at the last minute,” she says. “Organize your selections and lay them on the bed to get a visual…[and] wear comfortable clothing that suits your personality.” Also remember that what you say to your kids before the session matters. The pros say bribes and threats don’t work. “I have found that some children, unfortunately, will be really scared at a photo session due to something that was said to them beforehand,” says Bolton. “You want to see excited faces, not sad-looking ones.” Most photographers share this sentiment:a photo session is definitely an occasion when you and your family will want to happily be yourselves. “Don’t try and stop your natural laughter or expressions because the camera is out,” says Cox. “Let your body follow through.” Also — moms and dads — we have to put away our snapping fingers when little ones are being photographed. Trust me. I’m told it’s for the best. “Every parent tries to get their child’s attention by calling their child’s name, 72 | PinehurstMagazine.com

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds3 3

2/24/10 10:29:02 AM

Photo by McKenzie Photography

snapping their fingers and saying cheese. I ask the parents not to do this so that I can make eye contact with the child,” says Cox. While you’re giving the photographer room to connect with your child, it’s important to remember to give your child some relief from unreal expectations. While older children will often take direction and be less prone to tantrums, younger ones need more preparation. Schedule the portrait for a time when he’s generally happy and well rested. And bring along a favorite toy, drink or snack; toting along a change of clothing doesn’t hurt either. Don’t expect your kids to endure more than two hours of picture taking. McKenzie, who works alongside his son Matt, often allows an hour for family photographs. But, he adds, the first 20 minutes are usually the most productive. “The ‘window of opportunity’ can be pretty short with some subjects,” says McKenzie. Once the session is over, it’s time to choose your photographs. Depending on the medium and your photographer’s schedule, this can happen immediately after the shoot or sometime later. Some photographers will post pictures to a website for you to view online. The selection process can be daunting. Inevitably, there will be pictures you love for different reasons, such as your daughter cradling a baby doll or a close-up of her. Maybe you love the baby doll picture because it shows her personality and compassion, but you love the close-up because you can see her face. Let your photographer’s expertise help you in the process. By letting him or her know where you’d like to place the photo and what size you’d like it to be, you may be met with an idea you hadn’t thought of or a use you hadn’t considered. “Professionals have technical and artistic skills. The training and experience is well worth the investment,” says McKenzie. “We can advise on image enhancement, portrait size and framing.” No matter who takes the photograph, the fleeting, precious moments of childhood deserve to be captured. And captured often. A family portrait taken today will provide warmth and memories for years to come. And — parents — don’t forget to jump in some of the pictures, too. You’ll be glad you did. PinehurstMagazine.com | 73

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds4 4

2/24/10 10:29:06 AM

AKE UP,

SMELL THE TEA LEAVES

H Lovely Table Setting at Lady Bedford’s

By Susan Ely

Hanging in the parlor of Marian Caso’s home is a picture passed down to her from her grandmother, a print of two women dressed in ball gowns sipping tea. It’s a powerful image for her, because it speaks of an era when people took the time to savor the good things in life. But tea is more than a soothing beverage to Caso, owner of Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour in the Village of Pinehurst. “The tea room,” she says, “is my life.” And what a lovely place it is, a world filled with fine china, crystal, linens and antiques, the passion for which she absorbed from her mother and great aunt. As far back as she can remember, she has loved the ritual of afternoon tea, but it wasn’t until this former legal secretary was laid off from her job that she realized tea could be more than a pleasurable indulgence. She was living in California at the time and decided to apply for work at her favorite tearoom. “This is me,” she thought. “I need to do this someday,” and proceeded to pick the owner’s brain for the next year, though it would be a while until Caso had the opportunity to put her knowledge to work. In December 2004, she and her husband Bill, a golf devotee, relocated to Pinehurst in anticipation of his eventual retirement. Caso, charmed by the quaint atmosphere of the Village, sensed this was the perfect time and opportunity to pursue her dream to create a place where her lady friends could lunch. “People romanticize about owning a tearoom, but it’s hard work and people tend to get burned out,” says Caso, adding that the average tearoom closes within two years. Determined not to be a statistic, she signed up for every small business class that Sandhills Community College offered and had a SCORE mentor help her with a business plan and marketing. For months she traveled the state visiting tearooms, taking notes on the menu, service and décor, then signed up to attend the Tea Expo, where she learned more of the ins and outs of the world of tea. Although she claims she’s not really a businesswoman, she says she’s learning.

74 | PinehurstMagazine.coM

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds5 5

2/24/10 10:29:11 AM

What could be more perfect than tea time in the heart of the Village?

Basic

CONES

FINDING THE PERFECT LOCATION Her priorities were to find the perfect location (perfect meaning, in the Village) and a qualified chef; of the two, the location proved to be the most difficult task. After the first lease fell through, she found what she was looking for – a quaint shop in the heart of the Village. One thing that sold her on the space was the long narrow entranceway which she felt would help her to convey to her customers the sense of walking through and feeling like they were stepping back in time. She took possession in April and opened in August, after refinishing the wide plank floors, painting walls and adding the hobbit-like but efficient kitchen. Caso says there are two types of tea lovers; the first are lovers of “tea — the leaf,” or people who are passionate about understanding the ins and outs of the types of teas, brewing methods and tea’s health benefits. The second are lovers of “tea — the experience.” Caso certainly knows her teas, but would describe herself in the “tea experience” category. Accordingly, she wanted to create an atmosphere that would allow her guests to feel like they were honored guests in her home, so it was natural for her to decorate the space with some of her own antiques and heirlooms. She hunted for treasure at Russell’s Auction in Seven Lakes and also selected pieces from Lyne’s Den down the street. The tables are set with vintage Noritake china from the 30s and 40s, which she purchased on EBay. Artworks created by various local artists hang on the wall, and Caso changes them out every few months.

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds6 6

2 cups flour 2 tablespoons baking powder 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 tablespoon salt 2 tablespoons shortening 1 egg 1/4 to 1/2 cup milk

Mix together dry ingredients with the shortening until it resembles a coarse meal. Add the egg and enough milk to make a soft dough. Do not overmix. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch. Cut into two — inch rounds and place on a baking sheet one inch apart. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Traditionally scones are kept simple with currents or golden raisins, but other great embellishments are cinnamon currant, cranberry almond, walnut chocolate chunk, white chocolate cherry, or plain nutmeg for an egg nog scone. Many possibilities, but a good tip is to reconstitute the dry fruits so they do not stay hard after baking.

2/24/10 10:29:16 AM

HIRING THE PERFECT CHEF Caso likes to say that Executive Chef Robert Yarter was “heaven sent.” Yarter had been praying for two years for a job closer to home; he ended up being the only applicant for the position. Caso describes it as a unique situation. “God’s hand was all over this; if I hadn’t hired a chef we probably wouldn’t still be open.” Yarter is a soft-spoken man with a passion for culinary arts, particularly pastry, and says he can’t really remember a time when he wasn’t cooking. “When I was young my mom and Dad volunteered at a retirement home and our whole family cooked a meal there once a month. I started making desserts at a very young age. I can’t just make plain old cake!” He attended a three-year food program at Union Pines High School and also participated in a work experience program at Pinehurst, working there for a total of seven years. Yarter met his wife, Lena, at Sandhills Community College, where she was taking classes while doing her lab work at Ironwood Cafe. Lady Bedford’s allows them to work together doing what they love. The first event that Yarter prepared for Lady Bedford’s was a bridal luncheon, held prior to opening, featuring a “charm cake”. With every charm that was pulled, a Scripture was read, 28 scriptures in all. “I stood there bawling like a baby,” remembers Caso, who considers the business her ministry.

TEA FOR TWO Chef Yarter is as particular about presentation as he is about taste; indeed, the three-tiered tray of treats that comprises “Lady Bedford’s Afternoon Tea” is a thing of beauty: Seasonal fruit, melt-in-your-mouth scones, tea sandwiches, savories and sweets that taste as good as they look! The chef’s special touches include a candied walnut basket that cradles the Waldorf salad, and tomato bisque made smoky with an infusion of lapsong souchong tea. But pastries are Yarter’s first love and what he receives the most accolades for; one gentleman customer from London swears that the scones at Lady Bedford’s put the ones he’s served in England to shame. The custom cakes Yarter creates are available exclusively at Lady Bedford’s. His business, KrazElegant, is aptly named as his cake designs range from modern to elegant and are available for events at Lady Bedford’s or at other locations. Although it’s not a regular menu item, “Chocolate Obsession” cake with whipped ganache filling and Godiva-soaked brownie bits might just become your obsession. And with over 40 varieties of loose-leaf tea available, customers are sure to find just their “cup of tea”.

Two for Tea Owner Marian Caso and Executive Chef Robert Yarter

76 | PinehurstMagazine.coM

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds7 7

2/24/10 10:29:20 AM

Caso’s collection of vintage Noritake china adds a touch of elegance

THE SWEET LIFE Lemon curd, Devonshire cream — all those tasty tidbits are a delicious part of tea time, but there’s so much more. “Tea is all about relaxing, calming down and winding down,” says Caso. “Done right, it takes time.” Caso is a deeply spiritual woman who sees Lady Bedford’s as a way of sharing her passion. “It’s about enjoying friendship,” she says. “I wanted to create a place where friends could meet and enjoy afternoon tea in an elegant atmosphere of gracious hospitality that will warm the spirit and soothe the soul over a cup of tea.” Tearooms may have historically been owned and frequented by women, but Lady Bedford’s has their share of gentleman customers. Some venture in alone, appreciative of the refined atmosphere and refreshment. Others come in with their wives, oftentimes dragging their feet. Caso will sometimes bring out Robert (the chef) to show them there are other men in the building, and she says her male guests always leave happy. When Caso’s husband Bill talks about Lady Bedford’s he refers to it as “my tearoom.” He likes to stop by to say hello, and enjoys sitting on the couch and chatting with the ladies. Says Caso: “Customers frequently ask for him, because he is so entertaining.” But he’s not the only one who charms the customers. Guests often do a double take when they realize that their servers are twins – Joan Fifield and Anne Cornell. They twins met Marian at Pinewild Bible study. Both retired nurses from New York, they are enjoying the change of pace. “We have so much fun,” says Joan, who jokes that she doesn’t want people to know just how much fun she’s having because she doesn’t want anyone trying to get her job! Caso says she still can’t believe it actually happened; that she had this dream and it came true. Still, it’s not always tea and crumpets. There are days when she’s overwhelmed, but then a customer will come in and say, “This is just what I needed!” “Then,” says Caso, “You know it’s all been worthwhile.”

PinehurstMagazine.coM | 77

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds8 8

2/24/10 10:29:27 AM

by Dan Bain TM

©BrickJournal

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds9 9

Quick — what company has produced enough bricks during the past 50 years for every man, woman and child on the globe to have 62 of them? If you’re looking for an answer in the Sandhills, you’re off by about 4200 miles. Because we’re not talking clay bricks, we’re talking toys — LEGO toys, to be precise. The LEGO brick debuted in 1958 and the line has grown to include vehicles, minifigures, robots, themed playsets and more. More than 440 billion LEGO products have been manufactured — and the world’s children spend five billion hours a year playing with them. In 2000, Fortune Magazine named the LEGO brick “Toy of the Century.” In 2004, a mathematics professor calculated that there are more than 915 million ways to combine six standard LEGO bricks. In short, their products are everywhere and everything. There are also theme parks and stores dedicated to LEGO. Last May, one such store opened in Raleigh’s Crabtree Valley Mall. After less than a year in existence, it’s already become one of the top five of its kind in the country. Just before its first anniversary, another exciting event will take place for local LEGO fans: BrickMagic 2010, a festival/convention featuring displays, workshops and fun. The festival is the brainchild of TwoMorrows, the Raleigh-based publisher of BrickJournal (a bi-monthly magazine for LEGO enthusiasts). Co-owner John Morrow says there are similar conventions in Seattle, Chicago and Washington, D.C., and he sensed a niche in Raleigh. “There are builders throughout the U.S. and a lot of them are limited to their regions — there are lots of them in the Southeast. Previously, the closest full convention for them was in Washington, D.C., so this should be a big draw for them. It’s the first of its kind in Raleigh,” he exults. The event will take place at the North Raleigh Hilton over Mother’s Day Weekend: Saturday, May 8th from 10am-5pm and Sunday, May 9th from 10am-4pm. Highlights will include custom LEGO displays created by exhibitors from around the country, opportunities to meet and build with professional LEGO builder Nathan Sawaya, workshops on custom building with LEGO, continuous runs of stop-motion LEGO animations, a robotics competition between teams from local schools, LEGO Mindstorm presentations, a closed-circuit broadcast of a LEGO boat race in the hotel pool, sales of innovative and rare LEGO merchandise (including a Mother’s Day rose for kids to assemble), the LEGO Group’s unveiling of a new product, and a cool LEGO car contest and race sponsored by Pinehurst Magazine’s sister publication, Midtown Magazine. (see sidebar for details). “It’s a very family-oriented event and I think adults will probably have as much fun as kids,” Morrow predicts. “Until you see it, you won’t understand. But once you’ve seen it, you will have no doubt about why you went. Until you see a giant hall filled with these amazing things and realize they’re all made out of LEGO bricks, you can’t understand what it’s like. At my first convention, I was flabbergasted.”

2/24/10 10:29:32 AM

Morrow says the public can expect 200-250 exhibitors at the convention, building anything from three-by-three-inch, detailed scale models to life-sized statues. At past conventions, he’s seen LEGO constructions such as carousels, vending machines, a statue of South Park’s Eric Cartman that threw up LEGO bricks, and a slot machine that allowed a player to insert a poker chip, pull the lever and win bricks. “It’s just amazing that someone can take these little plastic bricks and build something like that,” Morrow exclaims. “It’s quite a nice testament to the creativity of mankind.” Special guest builder Nathan Sawaya is a Certified LEGO Professional who’s appeared on various talk shows and worked with the television show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to renovate a child’s bedroom with a LEGO sports theme in a Raleigh home. His “The Art of the Brick” exhibition is touring the country with many of his LEGO sculptures and oversized mosaic portraits, of which he’ll bring examples to BrickMagic. He will also build new pieces interactively with fans and demonstrate his speed-building technique. “Nathan is a great guy and attendees will enjoy talking to him and watching his routine,” Morrow says. Single-day tickets — as well as the aforementioned LEGO rose kit — are available in advance at www.brickmagic.org. Admission costs $8 for seniors (65+) and kids (4-16), and $12 for adults (17-64). Tickets are $1 less when ordered in advance. Kids three and under get in free, as do mothers who attend on Mother’s Day with a paying child or spouse. The event also has a fundraising aspect, thanks to 100,000 flyers being sent home with Wake County elementary and middle school students in April. For every flyer returned with admission, BrickMagic will donate $1 to that child’s school. “It will be a fun event for families to go to together,” says Morrow. “I don’t think anyone will leave this not smiling.”

Midtown Magazine and BrickMagic team up for kids’ LEGO™ car contest, race Kids 16 and under are eligible to participate in the BrickMagic Midtown Magazine (sister publication of Pinehurst Magazine) Car Race and Cool Car Contest, a combination of two free competitions being held Friday evening, May 7th at the North Raleigh Hilton. Prizes include a year’s subscription to BrickJournal, goodie bags filled with LEGO products and a special prize provided by LEGO. The Car Race will take place from 6-9pm for the first 64 entries. The race will consist of piloting a LEGO RC Racer over an obstacle course, with the winner crossing the finish line first. Preliminaries will pit four cars against each other in 16 heats, with the winner of each heat being declared a semi-finalist. These cars will race in four heats of four cars each, resulting in four finalists who will race once for the Grand Prize. Entrants must build their cars from the LEGO Racers “Track Turbo RC” kit, available at the LEGO Store or online at shop.lego.com/Product/?p=8183. Optional customization is allowed, but must be from LEGO parts only. The Cool Car Contest will be judged from 6-8pm, with a maximum of 25 entries in each of two age categories: 10 and under, and 11-16. All entries will be displayed throughout BrickMagic and can be retrieved between 4 and 5pm on Sunday, May 9th. Judging is based on the most creative use of LEGO bricks and wheels. Each entry should be a custom design – it cannot be made from a stock LEGO kit. Entries should be able to roll, but don’t have to be powered. They may be any size and design. First-come, first-served registration for both events begins March 10th at www.midtownmag.com, where you can also find complete rules and specific prize details. Register soon and let your kids help celebrate the magic of the brick!

PinehurstMagazine.com | 79

070_079 picture perfect bedrofds10 10

2/24/10 10:29:34 AM

healthy living

HOT YOGA: Is it Healthy?

By Laura Christophersen

Photos Courtesy of Hot & Healthy Yoga Studio

“Do your practice and all is coming” said the late Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (1915-2009). He was referring to the ancient practice of yoga, a discipline that is believed to be 5000 years old. As old as the practice is, it has never been more relevant than it is today. Yoga studios are springing up everywhere, from major cities to small towns, as people become more and more aware of the many health benefits of yoga and particularly hot yoga. Not only has the public embraced yoga, but an increasing number of medical practitioners are looking to yoga to supplement western medicine in caring for their patients. Doctor Timothy McCall, a board certified specialist in internal medicine, has recently written the book: Yoga as Medicine. Yoga is definitely moving into the main stream! What exactly is yoga? The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root “yuj” meaning to join, attach and yoke, to focus one’s attention, to use and apply. It also means union: Union of mind, body and spirit. What we, in the West refer to as yoga is actually a series of “asanas” or physical postures, each of which has its own purpose and benefit. There are roughly 80 different asanas with thousands of variations. There are also many different styles of yoga, including Vinyasa, Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kundalini, Jivamukti, Kripalu, Integral and Hot Yoga.

Hot Yoga was introduced in this country by Bikram Choudhury in the 1970’s and has continued to grow in popularity. Over the years a few of Bikram’s top teachers, including Jimmy Barkan and Baron Baptiste, have spun off and created their own styles and sequences of asanas, including what is referred to as Hot Vinyasa Flow. While they may have added or removed some of the asanas, the principle remains the same: traditional asanas are performed in a heated room and led by a certified instructor. How can working out in a hot room be good for you? The heat reduces the risk of injuries and allows you to stretch further in comfort. By letting the muscles stretch further, you will get more immediate results. Those with arthritic or stiff joints find they can stretch more, without feeling the pain and aches that inhibit movement. The heat also acts on your bodily fluids. Besides the obvious sweating (which is detoxifying), your blood vessels and capillaries expand, thereby increasing blood flow and reducing blood pressure. In other words, you are getting a cardio workout without the pounding of running or aerobics.

80 | PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM

080_085 healthy you hospital art1 1

2/23/10 1:38:20 PM

Learning to “enjoy” sweating runs counter to our modern way of thinking, however you will appreciate not only the efﬁciency of your body but the healthy effects as well. Sweating out the toxins in your body helps clear out bacteria on and just below the surface of your skin. The net effect is a clearer, more glowing complexion. What about weight loss? Although calories burned will vary from one individual to another, it has been found that calories burned in a typical hot yoga class range from 500 to 1000 per hour. Beyond the physical, there is also mental strengthening that takes place. Breath control is an integral part of any Hatha or Vinyasa class, and is particularly important in a hot yoga class. By learning to control your breathing, not only will you begin to expand your lung capacity, you will also increase your ability to focus and stay calm in stressful situations! Is hot yoga for you? As with any new activity, you should check with your doctor ﬁrst to make sure you are healthy enough for the practice. Then give it a try! What have you got to lose except that stiff back and a few pounds?

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | 81

080_085 healthy you hospital art2 2

2/23/10 1:38:24 PM

Mary Jane Knight

FOR THE FOUNDATION OF FIRSTHEALTH by Kay Grismer

THE SOUL CANNOT THRIVE IN THE ABSENCE OF A GARDEN. I WILL TOUCH A HUNDRED

FLOWERS AND NOT PICK ONE.

Every spring, when Mary Jane Knight was a little girl growing up in rural Guilford County, her mother would insist she put on a dress with pockets before they went shopping for plants and flowers for their garden. Before they stepped into the greenhouse, her mother would remind her, “Put your hands in your pockets and don’t take them out.” At the end of the day, the store owner would present Mary Jane with a plant of her very own. From the first moment she took her hands out of her pockets and put them in the dirt, Mary Jane knew, deep down, that she was a gardener. Almost 80 years later, gardening still gives her a feeling of being close to nature and, she says, close to God. Since moving to the Sandhills almost 40 years ago, Mary Jane has never missed an opportunity to share the beauty of nature, whether working in the gardens at Weymouth Center, supporting the Horticultural Gardens at Sandhills Community College or tending plantings at her current residence in Southern Pines. Now she is ready to begin a new project — the gardens at FirstHealth’s new Hospice House. “I’ve got my shovel ready,” she says. Mary Jane’s relationship with Hospice goes back three decades, when she became the first treasurer of the all-volunteer Sandhills Hospice. Through the years, as she saw what Hospice could do to help patients and their families as they faced life-limiting illness, Mary Jane kept the idea of a Hospice House in the back of her mind. As in a garden, she sowed the seeds of philanthropy with her charitable gift annuities and bequests to the Hospice Foundation. Along with the financial support of other generous donors, FirstHealth Hospice House is now about to bloom. Photo by Don McKenzie of McKenzie Photography

080_085 healthy you hospital art3 3

2/23/10 1:38:28 PM

THE GARDENS THAT MAKE US HAPPIEST FEED OUR SOULS AND FILL A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR LIVES. After growing up in the old Quaker community of Deep River north of High Point in Guilford County and graduating from Colfax School, Mary Jane Venable entered the Woman’s College of UNC (now UNC-Greensboro) majoring in commercial business. By Thanksgiving, she was so homesick and discouraged that she was determined to quit, but her aunt convinced her to move in with her while she was going to school. “When my uncle died suddenly in his mid-50s, Aunt Lillian ran their business, the only producing dairy farm in Guilford County,” says Mary Jane. “She was a sharp business person, and I admired her stamina and her determination. Being with her really changed my life.” Immediately after graduation, Mary Jane began working with the largest textile company in the world at that time, Burlington Industries with headquarters in Greensboro, as a statistical secretary in the engineering department. In 1949, she joined the staff of UNC-G as secretary to the public relations director. She later became assistant to the dean of student services. “I’ve put the skills I learned in those jobs — record-keeping, writing press releases and dealing with the media — to good use in every organization I’ve joined since then,” she says. Moving to Southern Pines in late 1971 with her husband, Numa E. Knight, Jr., and young son, David, was quite a transition from the red clay soil of the Piedmont to the sandy soil of the Sandhills, especially when it came to growing ﬂowers, shrubs, trees, etc. “I didn’t come kicking and screaming, but I cried for three months when we came here,” she says. “I told David not to tell his daddy. I just blamed it on fumes from the new carpet.”

WHERE FLOWERS BLOOM SO DOES HOPE. Mary Jane had begun taking extension courses in horticulture, landscaping and flower arranging even before moving to the Sandhills. Course studies were offered through UNC-State College courtesy of the National and State Councils of Garden Clubs, where she earned a Master’s Certificate. She was determined to make a go of her new situation. She joined the PTA and worked for two years as volunteer coordinator with Moore County Schools. She pursued her love of gardening by becoming a member and officer of the Garden Club of the Sandhills, the Sandhills Horticultural Society, the Sandhills Council

PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | XX

080_085 healthy you hospital art4 4

2/23/10 1:38:34 PM

of Garden Clubs, and the Gardens and Grounds Committee at Weymouth Center. She also fulﬁlled her great love of history and preservation by joining the Moore County Historical Association. Still, that wasn’t enough for Mary Jane. In 1975 she became program director for the American Lung Association of North Carolina. Five years later, she was made regional director overseeing 10 counties, a position she held until her retirement in 1994. “For 13 years, our region was ﬁrst in fundraising,” she says. Her contributions to the ALA were recognized with the organization’s National Award of Excellence for Financial Development.

IN JOY OR SADNESS, FLOWERS ARE OUR CONSTANT FRIENDS. In March of 1995, as Mary Jane was waiting for the daffodils to proclaim new life, she learned that her 32-year-old son had been diagnosed with “cancer of unknown origin.” Eight weeks later, just before Mother’s Day, he died suddenly of a pulmonary embolism. “That was a devastating loss for me,” Mary Jane says. “He was my only child. He inherited his love of ﬂowers and gardens from me and his grandmother. When he was an infant, I put him in his carriage and took him to ﬂower shows. As he grew up he became interested in horticulture and landscaping.” David graduated from the Landscape Gardening Program at Sandhills Community College in 1983, and started his own business, Knightscape Grading and Hauling of Southern Pines. To honor his memory, Mary Jane established both a charitable gift annuity with the Foundation of FirstHealth and the David L. Knight Landscape Gardening Memorial Scholarship at SCC.

EVERY FLOWER IS A SOUL BLOSSOMING IN NATURE. Mary Jane’s awareness of the need for a Hospice program here, especially a Hospice House, began in 1979, when she attended an organizational meeting of Sandhills Hospice as a representative of the American Lung Association. “Working with community health departments and social services, I saw ﬁrst hand the need for Hospice services,” she says. “At that time, only two counties in the state had Hospice home facilities available for patients.” She immediately became involved as a volunteer. “I was elected treasurer at the very beginning,” she says. “We were so pleased when someone gave us $100.” Throughout her 30-year association with FirstHealth as a member of the Hospice Foundation Board and the Foundation’s Scroll Society and Legacy Circle, Mary Jane has taken every opportunity to encourage others to support FirstHealth through bequests, charitable gift annuities or special donations. “Each gift is like a stone that represents your special interest — whether it be cancer, heart or Hospice — in a pathway to improving health care for the days, months and years ahead,” she says. “Pick a stone of your choice for this pathway and help lead our community into a future of better health for everyone. God will bless you in ways you don’t expect.”

84 | PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM

080_085 healthy you hospital art5 5

2/23/10 1:38:35 PM

talk of the town

PINEHURST GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE It’s that time again — Saturday April 24th you can purchase some of the springs most beautiful blooms and help support the Pinehurst Garden Club. Mark your calendar and visit the sand parking lot in the Village from 10am-3pm.

AN EVENING OF BEAUTY

Joel A. Berman, MD., FACS, Lorraine M. Berman, MD., FACS, Robert J. Albrecht, MD., FACS.

DANCING WITH THE SANDHILLS STARS RAISES BIG BUCKS FOR MOORE COUNTY STUDENTS

Jefferson K. Kilpatrick, MD, FACS

Pinehurst Surgical shared the latest in beauty products and procedures. All $5 for the 5 minute consultation proceeds went to beneﬁt Moore Free Care Clinic.

Mark Your Calendar! CASABLANCA GALA & RUN FOR THE RIBBONS

January 12th, the inaugural Dancing with the Sandhills Stars raised over $100,000 for Communities In Schools and Moore Buddies, mentoring programs in Moore County.

The Casablanca Gala March 27th and the Run for the Ribbons 5K, and Family Fun 1 Mile on April 3rd will beneﬁt the FirstHealth Foundation Cancer Care Fund. For more information visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.

Fashion Show to Beneﬁt Special Olympics with Eve Avery and Tina’s Turn March 13th, 2010~ 12:00p.m. at the Fairbarn in Pinehurst LADIES BOUTIQUE

COMING UP IN THE NEXT

PINEHURST

MAGAZINE

TRAVEL FASHION Ready to hop on a plane, train or boat for your summer getaway don’t miss our guide to the best fashions for travel. Whether it’s an evening gown or sportswear for golﬁng we’ll show you the best looks and fabrics for a fresh crisp look every day. Plus packing tips that keeps your trip iron free. SECOND TIME AROUND It seems like there’s a consignment shop or second hand store on every corner, the popularity of buying and reselling clothing, home furnishings and jewelry has turned these retail stores into a favorite of shoppers. We’ll get the inside scoop on what are the best things to buy the “Second Time Around”. LOCALLY GROWN Join us for a tour of the Moore County Farmer’s Market, meet the farmers and get the inside scoop on how to ﬁnd the best homegrown fruits and veggies Moore County has to offer.

PLUS Wine Review • Book Review Shades of Green • Calendar of Events Sandhills Social Sightings • Chef’s Corner Talk of the Town • Healthy Living PINEHURSTMAGAZINE.COM | 85

080_085 healthy you hospital art6 6

2/23/10 1:38:41 PM

sandhills sightings 2 1

1 2

moore county historical association holiday party On December 10th the Historical Association held a holiday party and open house at the Shaw House in Southern Pines to thank its members for their support. 1. Historical Association co-presidents Joy Wise & Carolyn Burns present Senator Blake with a memorial book honoring his late wife Barbara. 2. Polly & Al Dunham with Susan Pockmire. 3. Gene Schoenfelder, Cassie Willis & Sara Lindau. 4. Kathy Evans & Ray Owens.

coffee, tea, danish and (dog) biscuits On January 8th the certified C.A.R.E (Canine Assisted Reading Education) therapy dogs and their owners joined the residents of Pine Knoll Retirement Village for breakfast. C.A.R.E. dogs also visit Moore County Schools where they are canine buddies helping children become better readers. 1. Jennifer Furie, her dog Eli & Kit Staguard. 2. Linda Hubbard, volunteer coordinator for the Moore County Schools and therapy dogs program director with Muffin. 3. Residents of Pine Knoll enjoy visiting with the therapy dogs and their owners.

1 2

alltech fei world equestrian games luncheon

valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day luncheon

The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will be held for the first time in the U.S.A. It is the Olympics for horses and riders from around the world and will take place in Lexington, Kentucky. An informational and planning luncheon was held on October 26th at the Pinehurst CC.

The Kober Investment Group of Wells Fargo Advisors hosted their 3rd annual Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day single ladies luncheon at the 195 Restaurant on February 8th. Each lady was treated to a delicious lunch and received a beautiful box of candy.

1. Dr. Lyons, president of Alltech, title sponsor of the games. 2. Keady Cadwell has qualified for the games. With her are gold medal champions Randy Cadwell, Meghan Binge & Bev Monroe. 3. Hostesses Jane McClarey & Sharon Berkshire with David Frump, Paul Embry & Binky Albright.

1. The Kober Investment Group: John Kober, Teresa White, Mary Breasseale & Chip Hasty. 2. Lorraine Holtman won beautiful roses and a gift certificate to the 195 Restaurant.

86 | PinehurstMagazine.com

086_089 Sightings.indd 1

2/23/10 1:39:21 PM

Want your event featured in Sightings? Call

Dolores Muller 910.295.3465

holiday ball

The residents of Pinewild held their Holiday Ball at the Country Club of North Carolina on December 12th. 1. Penny & Keith Junk, Annette & Barry Smith & Diane & Tom Weaver were the organizers of the event. 2. Janet Clark with Karen & Dick Gilbert & Andy & Barbara Rueb.

dancing with the sandhills stars On January 9th citizens and local celebrities of the community danced their way into the hearts of voters for the benefit of children in the Mentoring Programs associated with Communities In Schools and Moore Buddies.

1. Dance contestants Ray Metzger & Karen Backall are physical therapists and managers of Appalachian Physical Therapy. 2. Cathy & Larry Hinton. 3. Judges Steve Bouser, Dr. John Dempsey, Grady Little & emcee Jim Dodson.

pinalia holly winter dinner As part of the Given Memorial Library and Tufts Archives Heritage Highlights and Literary Lessons events, the Pinalia Holly Winter dinner was held at Berceau, the home of James and Lucille Buck. Food inspired by early Holly Inn menus was served on authentic china and silver from the grand opening of the Holly in 1895. 1. Jim & Lucille Buck hosted the event. 2. Betsy Best, Sandra Phillips & Claudia Miller.

3 1

new book debut

please don’t feed the animals

On February 10th, at the Given Memorial Library, the Convention and Visitors Bureau held a party to launch the new book titled VILLAGE OF PINEHURST An Historic Walking Tour Book.

On February 7th the Artist League of the Sandhills held the opening reception for their latest exhibit titled “Please Don’t Feed the Animals.” The show featured animal artwork by its members and will run through March 19th.

1. Caleb Miles, president & CEO of the Convention & Visitors Bureau with Audrey Morarity, Executive Director of the Given Memorial Library & Tufts Archives. 2. Pinehurst Mayor George Lane & Councilwoman Ginsey Fallon.

1. Jude Winkley & her lion painting. 2. Roger & Cynthia Stecker. 3. Artists Nancy Yanchus, Sarah Clatworthy, Barbara Sickenberger & Betty Chaplin. PinehurstMagazine.com | 87

086_089 Sightings.indd 2

2/23/10 1:39:28 PM

sandhills sightings 1

3 2 2

english speaking union evening 3

reaching for the stars O’Neal School’s 39th annual “Reaching for the Stars” auction was held on February 6th at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst. A tapas dinner was followed by dessert and a live auction. 1. Event chairmen, Steve & Roberta King with O’Neal Headmaster Alan Barr & his wife Kelly. 2. Wade & Ceci Liner. 3. Dana Barnes, Amy Butters & Penny Vest.

On January 13th the Sandhills chapter of the English Speaking Union met at the Country Club of North Carolina for dinner and to hear guest speaker Dr. Christopher J. Ruhm talk about “Reforming the U.S. Health System Issues and Challenges.” 1. Gary & Kathy Evans with guest speaker Dr. Christopher J. Ruhm. 2. Sharon & Dick Berkshire with English Speaking Union president Alice Irby. 3. Beth Dowd and her brother David Griffin.

88 | PinehurstMagazine.com

086_089 Sightings.indd 3

2/23/10 1:39:34 PM

1 3

business etiquette and tea On January 19th Tea and Etiquette consultant Helen O. Von Salzen presented a lecture on business etiquette and tea at Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour in Pinehurst. Food, beverages and favors were part of the presentation. 1. Speaker Helen Von Salzen with Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour owner Marian Caso and publisher & partner of Pinehurst Magazine Gina Stephens. 2. Serving tea during the event was Joan Fifield, Stephanie Lynn, Brenda Wilson & Anne Cornell. 3. Katherine Bozart, Rosemary Zuhone & Florence Fick. 4. Kimberly McRae & Susan Rodgers.

an evening of appreciation On January 21st the Given Memorial Library and Tufts Archives hosted an appreciation night for donors that made a significant contribution to the library. There was wine, hors d’ oeuvres and entertainment by the Glissando Quartet. 1. Given Memorial Library and Tufts Archives Executive Director Audrey Morarity with Ann Howell. 2. Jo & Don Marshall & Susan Sanders. 3. Ollie & Wanda Sweeney. 4. The Glissando quartet: Myles Yang, Dillon Taylor, Madison Sturhs & Robert Edens. PinehurstMagazine.com | 89

086_089 Sightings.indd 4

2/23/10 1:39:43 PM

Moore Green Council Setting the Standard By Tom Panek MCHBA More Green Council

When it comes to green building in the Sandhills, there’s only one organization you can count on to deliver the real thing – the Moore Green Council. The Council is a recently formed affiliation of the Moore County Home Builders Association. So what makes them the standard-bearer for green building in the Sandhills, you ask? Well, for starters, every member of Moore Green is a member of the National Association of Home Builders, the most respected residential construction organization in the industry. The NAHB has created its own organization, the NAHB National Green Building Program, which is quickly becoming the leader in defining residential green construction. Research being done by the NAHB in conjunction with universities and other green organizations is helping define and create green concepts. Every member of Moore Green has taken and passed the NAHB Certified Green Professional course. This program teaches builders, installers, designers and architects, suppliers and other building professionals the methods, techniques and materials needed to build a green structure. It establishes the standards and ethics to which every member has to adhere in order to be certified. To make sure they are abreast of the technology, NAHB Certified Green Professionals must also take a refresher course every two years. All of Moore Green’s members must be Certified Green Professionals. But what makes this group stand out from other NAHB CGP’s is their intimate knowledge of our area’s particular construction needs. These people are builders, suppliers and subcontractors who have been building new homes and remodeling and renovating existing homes in the Sandhills long enough to know what works. They’re the ones who will best be able to address your particular needs. Moore Green is also dedicated to educating every person involved in building your green home. The Council is developing its own program to teach framers, plumbers, HVAC installers, cabinet-makers, and every construction person the skills they need in their own trade to meet the NAHB Green standards. When someone from Moore Green takes on your project, every person involved knows the green standard, right on down the line.

Home built by Yates Hussey Construction

You’ll be seeing a lot of Moore Green in the coming years. As green building develops, greenbuilding practices will gradually be adopted into the North Carolina Building Code. It’s important that everyone understands their role in being green. Moore Green is dedicated to educating the community as well as its own members so we can all live in a cleaner, more energy-efficient environment. You can contact the Moore Green Council by calling the Moore County Home Builders Association at (910) 944-2992, or by visiting the office at 10022 NC Highway 211 East in Aberdeen. You can also visit the website at www.mchba.com/moore-green-council. Remember, when you need a green professional you can count on, Moore Green is setting the standard. When you use Moore Green, you get Genuine Green.

90 | PinehurstMagazine.com

090_092 Green Council Article.in1 1

2/23/10 3:34:31 PM

PinehurstMagazine.com | 91

090_092 Green Council Article.in2 2

2/23/10 3:34:37 PM

090_092 Green Council Article.in3 3

2/23/10 3:34:43 PM

parade of homes 2 0 1 0 MO OR E C OU N T Y HOM E B U I L DE Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A S S O C I AT ION

March 5-7 March 12-14 A Showcase Of The MCHBA Parade Of Homes Featuring Builders, Developers & More!

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 1

2/24/10 1:12:44 PM

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 2

2/24/10 1:12:49 PM

WELCOME to the

2010 PARADE of HOMES! The Moore County Homebuilders Association and its members proudly announce the completely new 2010 Parade of Homes held in conjunction with the 2010 Spring Home and Garden show, held this year at the historic Pinehurst Hotel and Convention Center. These two exceptional events give both existing homeowners and potential new home buyers the opportunity to experience first hand the latest innovations and trends in home building products, green technologies, design, and decorating -- for both new and existing homes. This 2010 Parade of Home insert is you tour guide to largest series of open houses in the area; featuring over fifteen new homes demonstrating the latest in design, building products, décor, landscaping, and green energy efficient features. We believe in promoting in the building industry as it is a fundamental core part of Moore’s county’s strong economy and it is also one of the largest employers in Moore County. The majority of our businesses are locally owned and operated; keeping your dollars in the local economy. Numerous economic studies agree that our industry significantly contributes to Moore County’s exceptional quality of life, prosperity, and the well planned controlled growth required for any self sustaining and thriving community. The Moore County Home Builders Association hopes you enjoy both the 2010 Parade of Homes and the 2010 Spring Home and Garden Expo at the Pinehurst Hotel. Welcome to the show! Jarrett Deerwester 2010 MCHBA President Special thanks to Artistic Kitchens & Baths for the photograph of the beautiful Wood Mode kitchen featured on the cover.

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 3

2/24/10 1:12:54 PM

Parade of Homes Tour Map 1

10 7 9

4 6

The numbers on this map correspond to the numbers on the homes on the following pages.

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 4

2/24/10 1:13:10 PM

Cordelia Hills

2,500 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHS • $299,500 Traditional Two-Story Federalist Style Private Main Level Master Suite Bonus Room Over Garage Expansive Deck On Over One Acre Adjacent to Elementary School Directions: Midland Road to U.S. Hwy 1 North. Travel Hwy 1 North 6 miles, exit left onto Business U.S. 1 Vass, just past Little River Bridge. Follow Business Hwy 1 for 1 mile to Cordelia Hills on left. Marketing by Roy Harvel with U.S. 1 Realty, 910.695.1111

6 Allyson Place North • Vass, NC HARVEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 910.315.2222

The Dogwood at Legacy Lakes

2516 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS • $349,900 Charming Cottage Style with Hardiplank Siding Custom Cabinetry and Granite counter tops in Kitchen Open floor plan with separate Formal Dining Room Master Suite with His/Hers Closets Large Bonus Room with full bath Energy-Efficient Insulation Covered Front and Back Porches Directions: Take Hwy 5 to U.S. 1 South in Aberdeen — follow 15-501 towards Laurinsburg. Legacy Lakes is 2.5 miles on the left. Travel past clubhouse and townhouses; it’s the second house on the left. Marketing by Jennifer Dwiggins, 910.944.2555

425 Legacy Lakes Way • Aberdeen, NC BILL REAVES CONSTRUCTION CO. 910.673.0004 • BILLREAVESCONSTRUCTION.COM PinehurstMagazine.com | 5

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 5

2/24/10 1:13:18 PM

The Pine at The Arboretum at Southern Pines 2,200 HEATED SQUARE FEET 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS • $355,000 Natural Gas Fireplace Luxury Master Suite Crown Molding Hardwood and Tile Floors Dual Fuel HVAC System Hardiplank Color Plus Granite in Kitchen and Baths Directions: Midland Road to Knoll Road light, south on Knoll Road, .25 mile to The Arboretum. Marketing by Brenner Real Estate, 910.295.9040

101 South Brackenfern Lane • Southern Pines, NC J & R RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION 910.528.6157

The Citori at Villas at Forest Hills

2,894 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHS • $399,000 NAHB Research Center National Green Building Certified Project ENERGY STAR® Certified 20x20 Two-Car Garage Bosch Energy Efficient Appliances Pella Low-E Windows 9 Foot Ceilings and Luxury Master Suite Rustic Wide Plank Hardwood Floors Directions: Take Morganton Road towards 15-501, left on Hamptons Drive, right on Forest Hills Drive, left on Shadow Creek Court. Right on Whistling Straits Road — behind lawn and tennis club. Marketing by Prudential York Simpson Underwood Realty, Rex Osborne, 910.687.4893

55 Whistling Straits Rd • Pinehurst, NC SAGE BUILT 919.614.9780 • SAGEBUILTNC.COM 6 | PinehurstMagazine.com

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 6

2/24/10 1:13:22 PM

The Arboretum at Southern Pines

2,450 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS • $415,000 Three Covered Porches Large Bonus Room Natural Gas Log Fireplace Granite Countertops Crown Moldings Pella Windows Dual Fuel Heat & Air Directions: Midland Road to Knoll Road light, south on Knoll Road, .25 mile to The Arboretum. Marketing by Brenner Real Estate, 910.295.9040

175 Wiregrass Ln. • Southern Pines, NC J & R RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION 910.528.6157

The Arboretum at Southern Pines

2,450 HEATED SQUARE FEET 3 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS • $419,000 Stone and Hardiplank Exterior Craftsman Style Home Cathedral Ceiling in Keeping Room and Master Stone Fireplace and Outdoor Fire Pit with Natural Gas Stainless Steel Appliances Exotic Bamboo and Cork Floors Antique Wine Closet Directions: Take Midland Road to Knoll Road light, go south on Knoll Road, .25 miles to The Arboretum. Marketing by Brenner Real Estate, 910.295.9040

155 Wiregrass Ln. • Southern Pines, NC ACCENT DESIGN BUILD II, LLC 910.528.1568 • www.accent-II.com PinehurstMagazine.com | 7

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 7

2/24/10 1:13:27 PM

itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to be greenâ&#x20AC;Ś

2010 &garden

home presented by the Moore County Home Builders Association

EXPO

Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst Admission $5.00 for unlimited attendance all three days.

March 5-7, 2010 Friday 12-6pm Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 12-5pm

Admission is $5.00 for unlimited attendance all three days of the Expo. For more information, visit our website at www.mchba.com or call the Moore County Home Builders Association office at 10022 NC Hwy. 211 in Aberdeen, at (910) 944-2992.

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 8

2/24/10 1:13:29 PM

Here’s the list of businesses you can visit with at the 2010 Spring Home & Garden Show. 4 Seasons Heating & Air Artistic Impressions Stained Glass & Etching BB&T Bill Reaves Construction Co. Blarney Stoneworks Bonville Construction BVH Construction Services, Inc. Capel Rugs Carolina Home Improvement Center Central Security Classic Sun Control ClearView of the Carolinas Comfort Made Blinds Concrete Art, Inc. Daniel Adams Construction Dream Home Design Ecoh Logic EHC Environmental Elliott’s on Linden Fay Block Ferguson Enterprises Inc Forest City Land Group Fowler Electric Fresh Innovations Gentry Custom Concrete Heffner Landscaping Heritage Cabinet Co. Hubbard Pipe & Supply, Inc Insulating, Inc. Jarrett Deerwester Construction Johnson Concrete Kitchen & Bath Galleries of Southern Pines Leaffilter, Inc. Leclaire Construction Inc Masters Properties McDonald Bros. NC Self Storage Pella Windows & Doors Pinehurst Homes, Inc. Pinehurst Patio & Casual Furnishings Premier Lighting Renewal by Anderson Sandhills Designer Glass Sandhills Heating & Air Simmons Heating & Cooling Southmoore Heating & Cooling Southeast Stone Company, Inc. Stancil & Son Heating & Air, LLC Star Ridge Aquatics LLC Stewart Construction & Development Company The Arboretum Temp Control The Southern Landscape Group Total Design Solutions The Plumbing Knight, Inc.

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 9

2/24/10 1:13:32 PM

The Arboretum

3,000 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS • $448,000 Brick Veneer Exterior with Cobblestone Details Wide White Oak Flooring Designer Tiled Walk-In Shower Custom Kitchen Cabinets Custom Fireplace with Built-Ins Water Conserving Irrigation System Filtered Fresh Air System with Humidifier Directions: Take Midland Road to Knoll Road light, south on Knoll Road, .25 mile to The Arboretum. Marketing by Brenner Real Estate, 910.295.9040

250 Wiregrass Ln. • Southern Pines, NC VINCE HUBLER HOMES 910.315.5757 • www.250WiregrassLane.com

Jones Cottage at Mid South Club

2,283 HEATED SQUARE FEET 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS • $475,000 Golf-Front Home in the Lock-It-And-Leave Development of Champions Ridge Open Floor Plan, Lots of Natural Light Kitchen has Stainless Appliances, Granite Countertops Grilling Deck Just Off Kitchen Large Master Suite has His/Hers Closets Screened Porch Directions: Take Hwy 2 East to traffic circle. Off traffic circle 2 East (towards Southern Pines) 1.4 miles, Mid South Club on right. Proceed to security gatehouse and ask for directions to Champions Ridge. Marketing by David Ainslie, Keller Williams, 910.690.6777

154 Wanamaker Ct • Southern Pines, NC STEWART CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT CO. 910.673.1929 10 | PinehurstMagazine.com

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 10

2/24/10 1:13:36 PM

Scotsmoor

3.380 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS • $498,900 Beautiful Arched Stone Entry Floor-to-Ceiling Stone Fireplace Hardwoods Throughout Downstairs Customized Kitchen with Granite Countertops Master Suite on Main Level 2-Car Garage On Over an Acre Directions: West on Carolina Vista toward Ritter Road East. Right on Ritter, left on Hwy 5, left on East Morganton 4.8 miles. Slight right on Indiana Avenue 2.2 miles, left on Glenmoor. Home on left. Marketing by Fore Properties, 910.638.1400.

125 Glenmoor Dr • Southern Pines, NC STAFFORD CUSTOM HOMES, INC 910.692.9808 • STAFFORDLANDCO.COM

The Kilbride

3,241 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHS • $599,000 All Brick Home Hardwoods and Ceramic Tile Throughout Crown Molding and Coffered Ceilings Large Media Room/Bedroom on Second Floor Walk-in Attic G.E. and Jenn-Air Appliances Large Covered Porch Directions: From Pinehurst Hotel , turn right on Ritter Road, turn right on Beulah Hill Road. Turn left on hwy 211 West. Go 2.1 miles to entrance of Pinewild Country Club. Go thru the gate and take the 1st road to the right, Kilbride. Marketing by Hagan and Hagan GMAC Real Estate, 910-295-6321

30 Kilbride Drive • Pinehurst, NC HICKMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC. 910.987.9200 PinehurstMagazine.com | 11

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 11

2/24/10 1:13:43 PM

Grande Pines

4,400 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHS • $669,500 Located on 2.5 Acres in a Gated Community Hardi Siding Exterior with Mahogany Decking on Porches Luxurious Master Suite on Main Floor Gourmet Kitchen with Double Stainless Ovens Hardwood Flooring Throughout Foxfire Club Membership is Available for Transfer Pre-Wired for Generator and Energy Management System Directions: Take Hwy 5 to Linden Road, right at fork onto Foxfire Road, go left on Hoffman Road, go approx 2 miles and turn right into Grande Pines subdivision, left on Grande Pines Court East. Marketing by Cathy Larose, Weichert, Realtors Larose & Company 910.690.0362

109 Grande Pines Court • Jackson Springs, NC STEP ONE DESIGN 910.235.9056

The Wicklow at National

4,390 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHS • $790,000 Three-Car Garage with Lovely Wood Arbor Painted Cottage Pine Shake Siding Grand Extra-Wide Staircase Extensive Trim and Custom Bookcases Throughout Hearth Room with Stone Fireplace off Kitchen Granite Countertops and Custom Cabinets in Kitchen Magnificent Master Suite with Huge Closet and Bath Directions: Go northwest on Carolina Vista. Enter roundabout and take Hwy 2 East exit, turn right onto National Drive, turn left to stay on National. Wicklow Court is ahead on left.

102 Wicklow Ct. • Pinehurst, NC MASTERS PROPERTIES, INC. 910.986.2092 • MASTERSPROPERTIESINC.COM 12 | PinehurstMagazine.com

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 12

2/24/10 1:13:44 PM

Southern Colonial Cottage at Forest Creek 4,422 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS • $998,500

Formal Dining Room and Full Butler’s Pantry Private Library Viking Appliances and Granite Countertops Master Suite on Main Level with Walk-In Closets Custom Tile Work In All Bathrooms Three Guest Suites with Private Baths Southern Wormy Maple Hardwood Floors Directions: From Pinehurst Hotel, turn left on Azalea Road (Hwy 2) from roundabout. Follow to traffic circle and take Southern Pines exit and immediately take left towards airport. Forest Creek is two miles down Airport Road on left. Maps to home will be handed out at Forest Creek front gate. Marketing by Chuck Cordell with Forest Creek Realty, 910.295.9000

4 Ridgeland St. • Southern Pines, NC CAMINA DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION 910.695.4271

National Golf Club

5,004 HEATED SQUARE FEET 4 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATHS • $1,049,000 Overlooks 12th Green and Entire Fairway Very Open & Flowing Floor Plan with Large Rooms Beautiful Gourmet Kitchen and Butler’s Pantry Custom Cabinets and Granite Countertops Everywhere Site-Finished Hardwoods on Entire Main Floor & Stairway Wet Bar/Kitchenette & Entertainment Center in Rec Room Includes National Golf Club Principal Membership Directions: Hwy 2 East (Palmetto Road, Midland Road). Follow 1.5 mile to Traffic Circle; take second exit, continuing on Midland Road/Hwy 2 East. National Golf Club Entrance is .5 mile on right. Marketing by Ann Ballard, National Realty Company, Inc, 910.690.3838.

54 Royal County Down • Pinehurst, NC ROB SKINNER CONSTRUCTION 910.992.6261 PinehurstMagazine.com | 13

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 13

2/24/10 1:13:48 PM

The Azalea Cottage at Forest Creek

4,113 HEATED SQUARE FEET 5 BEDROOMS, 5.5 BATHS • $1,111,376 Craftsman Design Two Level Home Cedar Shake Roof & Siding Master Suite on Main Level with Large Walk-In Closet Custom Tile Work in All Bathrooms Three Guest Suites each with Private Baths Natural Cherry Cabinets and Granite Countertops Coach House Above Attached Garage Directions: From Pinehurst Hotel, turn left on Azalea Road (Hwy 2). Follow to traffic circle; take Southern Pines exit and immediately take left towards airport. Forest Creek is 2 miles down Airport Road on left. Maps to home will be handed out at Forest Creek front gate. Marketing by Chuck Cordell with Forest Creek Realty, Inc, 910.295.9000

9 Wickersham Court • Southern Pines, NC CAMINA DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION 910.695.4271

14 | PinehurstMagazine.com

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 14

2/24/10 1:13:53 PM

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 15

2/24/10 1:13:56 PM

x_Parade of Homes Tip In.indd 16

2/24/10 1:14:02 PM