Surry Living Magazine - April 2021

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HOME, FARM, & GARDEN p.8 * OUT & ABOUT p.14 * 8 The Vintage Southern

19 2021 Festivals & Events

Homemaker: Gloria Brown shares memories and helpful tips

SIMPLY DELICIOUS p.24 * 26 Carmen Long:

Moving to the Music

11 This Little Light of Mine: 12 Joanna Radford: The Beat 24 The Sweet & Savory Life

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15 Martha Bassett:

Good Music, Good People — Presley Barker and EmiSunshine

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CONTRIBUTORS

Martha Bassett

Gloria Brown

Gin Denton

Sheri Wren Haymore

Martha is a singer/songwriter/guitarist living and working in the Piedmont. She hosts The Martha Bassett Show, a twicemonthly musical variety show at Elkin’s Reeves Theater. Past shows are featured Saturday evenings on NPR station, 88.5 WFDD. On Wednesday nights she leads music at Roots Revival, an Americana worship service at Winston’s Centenary UMC that explores the intersection of faith and secular music. She's also a longtime scholar of the music of the Shakers.

Martha has released 11 records and plays throughout the region and nation. Get more info at marthabassettshow.com.

Gloria is co-owner of The Nest & Hive Shoppe, a home décor business in Fancy Gap, VA, as well as the former host of The Vintage Southern Homemaker television show. Her musings on life growing up and living in the South have appeared in publications and on TV throughout the region. She is an expert antiques collector who grew up in the business and worked many years as a dealer in the Yadkin Valley area, where she currently resides.

Gin is the owner of Ginger Horse Studio. Her focus is lifestyle photography, covering horse shows, weddings, concerts, and doing on location portraits. Gin graduated from the University of Findlay with an Equine Business Management degree, where she also studied music and photography. She is a member of the Mount Airy Ukulele Invasion (MAUI) and the Granite City Rock Orchestra (GRO).

Gin resides in Lowgap, NC with her family on their small horse farm.

Sheri grew up in Mt. Airy, NC, and lives thereabouts with her husband. Together they run a couple of small businesses and plan their next vacation. A graduate of High Point University, her first job was as a writer at a marketing firm—and she’s been scribbling ever since. Sheri has several suspense novels in publication and Surry Living is proud to include sequential excerpts from one of her books in each issue.

Rynn Hennings

Carmen Long

Joanna Radford

Sarah Southard

Rynn is a writer and designer based in the Yadkin Valley region of North Carolina. She loves to share her ideas for adding simple beauty into hectic lifestyles. More than mere recipes, her mission is to offer practical shortcuts for food preparation along with visual tips for presentation. Rynn began her career in Aiken, SC, as a newspaper reporter writing feature articles about food, living, and the arts. For more about Rynn, even more recipes, decorating tips, and much more, visit thehouseofelynryn.com

Carmen is an NC Cooperative Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. Making quick, easy, healthy food that tastes great on a budget is a challenge.

Carmen and her husband have two grown children, both of whom were involved in sports from grade school thru college. With busy careers and lots of time at sporting events, coming up with quick, healthy meals was a necessity.

Carmen shares ideas and recipes to make this tough job a bit easier.

Joanna Radford is the Commercial and Consumer Horticulture Agent for the NC Cooperative Extension in Surry County with expertise in entomology, gardening, and pesticide education. She began her career with NC Cooperative Extension in Stokes County in 1995 as a 4-H Agent, later switching to Field Crops and Pesticide Education in Surry County. In 2012, she assumed the role of Horticulture Agent for Surry County. She lives on a farm with her husband and two teenage daughters.

Sarah grew up at Crooked Oak in the Pine Ridge community of Surry County. Raised in the agriculture world, she went on to earn degrees in animal science and veterinary medicine from North Carolina State University. She and her husband, Adam, currently live in Statesville with Oliver the house rabbit, a few cats, Blossom the donkey, and a flock of Katahdin hair sheep.

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CONTRIBUTORS contd.

Larry VanHoose Larry is the Executive Editor of Surry Living Magazine and Creative Director at Vivid Graphics in Galax, VA. He has 30+ years experience as a writer, graphic designer, and commercial photographer.

Larry and wife, Trina, have four wonderful, grown children, one awesome grandson, and they reside on a small farm just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Grayson County, VA.

Vie Herlocker Vie is the Associate Editor of Surry Living Magazine. Her professional affiliations include: Christian Proofreaders and Editors Network. American Christian Writers, American Christian Fiction Writers, and more. She is a certified member of the Christian Editor’s Connection (CEC).

Vie has been published in magazines, collections, and co-authored or ghosted several nonfiction books. ~ Vie Herlocker, AKA “The Book Mama”

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Even that Gang of Dogs Settled Down Editor's Note: You may notice that this is a repeat of Gloria's article from the SLM 2020 Music Festival Issue. Many of you were unable to get a copy due to the limited distribution points at the start of the pandemic, so here's your second chance. We hope you enjoy Gloria's wonderful "homespun" stories of days gone by as much as we do!

For all the talent my family has, there are two things not a soul in the crowd can do, and that is sing or play a musical instrument. Not a lick of musical talent in the lot of us, but we love good music and singing. Let us get around someone who can play an instrument and we are awestruck. We can sit and listen for hours.

When I was little, I remember two old men who lived way out in the woods, in a little clearing off the Shacktown Road, near my greatgrandmother Sprinkle. Their names were Will and Bynum. They made money by telling fortunes and playing music. They were akin to each other, but I don’t remember how. By the time I knew of them, they were on up in years.

I remember going down there a few times when I was little. You went down a dirt road barely wide enough for a car, and when you came into the clearing you were greeted by the biggest pack of old dogs you’d ever seen. Those dogs were inside and outside. They were laying around and running around. Yep, the first thing I noticed were all the dogs.

The next thing to take in was how Will and Bynum lived. It was a primitive setup. There was no electricity. They had an outhouse and a well where they got their water. There were two, old, one-room cabins with a shelter running between them. I was told that the shelter was a dog trot. For many years I thought they called it that because the men had so many dogs.

I recollect one Sunday afternoon in particular, a crowd of us went down there for a visit.

The old men came out of their little cabins to meet us under the oak trees.

After a little small talk someone asked if Bynum would favor us with a few songs on his autoharp. He said he would, but he had to go back in for his ’baccer and ’harp. As he opened the door, I peeked in to see an open fireplace with a low fire, just barely going. His iron bedstead had an old quilt thrown across it, with a dog curled up on top. There was a table with a kerosene lamp and a couple of chairs. I took in all I could before he came back out and settled into a straight-back chair.

He balanced his autoharp on his lap and piled his jaw full of tobacco. When he seemed satisfied with his tuning, he cradled that ’harp and began to play. He sang some, but mostly played. It was the most beautiful sound I had ever heard. Sometimes he played a lively tune – I couldn’t get over how fast his fingers moved – and then he’d play a sweet, slow, almost mournful tune. I’m telling you this, Mother Maybelle and June Carter could’ve taken lessons from him. When he played, even that gang of dogs settled down.

Those woods have since been cleared and the cabins are long gone. One of the chimneys stood for a long time, but it’s been done away with too. The only traces of Will and Bynum are in the hearts and memories of people who went to see them. I suspect a lot of folks went just to help them out with a little money by asking for their fortune to be told or best of all – to be favored with a song or two.

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For Whom the Bell Tolls No man is an island, Entire of itself.

Each is a piece of the continent, A part of the main.

If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less.

As well as if a promontory were.

As well as if a manor of thine own Or of thine friend's were.

Each man's death diminishes me, For I am involved in mankind.

Therefore, send not to know For whom the bell tolls, It tolls for thee. ­ — John Donne There’s no question, what I’ve missed the most over this past year has been live music. When we published our April Annual Music Festival issue for 2020, we honestly had no idea how pervasive the COVID pandemic would be, as it impacted every area of our lives. After all, how could we know – nothing like this had happened in our lifetime! Canceled, postponed, canceled, closed, shut down. The impact on our music venues, promoters, and artists has been nothing short of devastating.

I’m not suggesting the loss of life is insignificant. Quite the opposite, the sickness, pain, and sorrow that so many have experienced – most of that without the accompanying comfort of friends or family – is almost more than we can fully comprehend. It may take years for us to rebound from the secondary and devastating collateral effect from the pandemic – the alarming toll to our mental health and overall sense of wellbeing.

by Larry VanHoose All over this world of ours, the bells are continuing to toll. They are tolling for you and for me and for all those we have loved and lost, near and far, known and unknown. For the most part, we cannot escape the sound of the bells or the sorrow they pronounce, but we can join in – playing our instruments in honor and remembrance of those who have gone on before us. And for those of us who can’t play an instrument, join in the song and as they say, sing as if no one is listening, dance as if no one is watching, and offer up thanksgiving to the one who offered up his life so that our songs can endure beyond this life into the one to come. There’s music in heaven too I know, but let’s not wait till then when there’s such wonderful music and song to be shared here, now, together …

Hallelujah!

Praise God in his holy house of worship, praise him under the open skies; Praise him for his acts of power, praise him for his magnificent greatness; Praise with a blast on the trumpet, praise by strumming soft strings; Praise him with castanets and dance, praise him with banjo and flute; Praise him with cymbals and a big bass drum, praise him with fiddles and mandolin.

Let every living, breathing creature praise God! Hallelujah!

Psalm 150 (The Message Bible version)

That’s where music comes in. I have always believed in the power of music to restore the soul. And restoration of the soul is greatly needed right now.

And so, we’re taking a chance and publishing another “Annual Music Festival Issue” for 2021.

Why? Because I need music, live, in-person, with real people touching my heart through my ears with the reverberations of strings, drums, horns, and with joy and feeling. I need it bad, and I think you might need it too.

" ... I need music, live, in-person, with real people touching my heart through my ears with the reverberations of strings, drums, horns, and with joy and feeling."

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by Joanna Radford

The Beat of a Different Drum Can you feel it? Spring is in the air! Yellow daffodils have emerged and add splashes of beauty to landscapes. They are often seen in abandoned homesteads and bring nostalgia with them from time long ago. Pink and purple thrift (Phlox subulata) stretch across hillsides and provide an early nectar source for bees and butterflies.

Nature is waking up and ready to show off.

Henry David Thoreau said, “If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer.

Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.” Thoreau very well may have been talking about a gardener hearing a different drummer, and the drummer could very well be Mother Nature. The ways of the world are somewhat forgotten to a gardener when springtime is near. Springtime is music to a gardener’s soul.

As exciting as spring is, it can also be overwhelming with all the tasks at hand. I try to prioritize, and it may help you too. Let’s look at the lawn and garden tasks. First, in early April, fertilize all spring flowering plants. These include, but aren’t limited to, forsythia and holly, along with all other evergreens. Azaleas, rhododendrons, and other late bloomers should be fertilized after their flowers fade.

Start fertilizing house plants again; they are waking up as well.

Plant gladiola bulbs now and continue through mid-June. Annual flowers can be planted outside mid to late April. Keep monitoring the weather. The average last frost date for Surry County is April 22. It is not unusual to have the last frost ten days before or ten days after this magical date. Azaleas can be transplanted in April to group the plants according to their flower color. Many garden vegetables can be planted in April such as Swiss chard, collards,

The ways of the world are somewhat forgotten to a gardener when springtime is near. Springtime is music to a gardener’s soul.

cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi, leeks, lettuce, mustard, parsnip, peas, beans, corn, cucumber, eggplant, fennel, cantaloupe, watermelon, and sweet corn (to name a few).

Lawns should be in good shape until the fall. All fertilizer applications on fescue lawns were applied in February to mid-March so they will not require fertilizing again until September. The same is true for seeding lawns. Tune up the lawn mower and weed eater so they are ready to go soon. If problems are seen in lawns, soil test. North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services does not charge for soil testing beginning April 1.

Fruit tree and small fruit pruning has been completed but there is still pruning to be done.

April flowering plants like azalea, lilac, and weigela can be pruned in late April, after the flowers fade.

Berry producing shrubs like holly Field (Alamance County,NC), and pyracantha can Cathy Dewitt, NCSU Toolbox be pruned while in flower to prevent complete removal of all this season’s berries.

Our spring flowering trees like Bradford pear, flowering cherry, and redbud can be pruned, if needed immediately after the bloom. And, as always, any winter damaged plants and dead branches can be pruned out in late April. Whew, just thinking about my list gives me goosebumps!

April is also the time for these odds and ends tasks. Spray for insects on azalea (lace bug), boxwood (leaf miner), camellia (tea scale) euonymus (scale), hemlock and juniper (spider mites), and hybrid rhododendron (borer). Spray iris beds for iris borers. Treat early planted broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower with Spinosad for worms. Spray azaleas with the recommended fungicide to reduce azalea leaf gall.

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THE PERFECT RETIREMENT Blooming trees and flowers, NCSU Toolbox

Watch the fruit trees. Spray them on a weekly basis after flower petals fall to stay on top of the many diseases that thrive in our humid weather conditions. Bunch grapes can also begin their weekly fungicide spray program.

Propagate plants in April too. Use the layering method by lowering a branch of your favorite shrub(s) and covering it with soil and a stone. Lots of pitchforks and shovels will be used this time of year to mulch the landscapes. Pine needles, cypress mulch, and pine bark are all good choices.

And lastly, after you come inside after a great day of work, think about preparing labels for your new plants. Keep a record on how they perform. If they grow well for you this year, additional plants may be needed next year.

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by Martha Bassett

Presley Barker and EmiSunshine My first band back in the mid-90s was Martha and the Moodswingers. I was more than 20 years younger than most of my bandmates, which not only gave me the valuable opportunity to work with seasoned musicians, but to experience music-making with people who grew up listening to different music than I had. As I’ve become more “seasoned” myself, one of the great pleasures of my career has been in working with younger musicians. Now everyone in my band is younger than me, some considerably. In the past three seasons of the Martha Bassett Show, we’ve featured many young artists including the Dan River Girls, Aila Wildman, the McGee Family, and Presley Barker. Presley was 14 years old the first time he joined us, and now at the ripe old age of 16, he’s coming back this season.

On May 20 at 7 p.m. I hope you’ll tune in to the Martha Bassett Show livestream, where we’ll feature Presley Barker and, from eastern Tennessee, 16-year-old EmiSunshine. Both Emi and Presley have been performing professionally since their ages were in single digits. Both are veterans of the Grand Ole Opry. Both are firmly grounded in traditional music and have learned from their musical elders. Predictably, their paths have often crossed while touring.

I asked both Presley and Emi about their influences and mentors. Here’s what they said: Presley met the great guitarist and luthier, Wayne Henderson, at a fiddler’s festival when he was 12 or 13. Wayne built

him a world-class instrument, and the two of them began playing together as a duo. Presley first became interested in playing guitar as a child listening to Doc Watson records, and Wayne Henderson helped him along that path. Backstage at HoustonFest in Galax, Wayne said, “Presley, I’d like to introduce you to my friend, Ricky.” Ricky Skaggs then invited Presley to join him on stage at the Grand Ole Opry. During the past year, Presley spent time in Nashville working on a new recording with Kent Wells (who produces for Dolly Parton).

And in his spare time, he auditioned for and was accepted as a contestant on American Idol.

When I first spoke with EmiSunshine, I was struck by her groundedness and humility as she recalled how her (now deceased) great-grandmother, Wanda, taught her to sing, how her mom (a songwriter) taught her everything she knows about writing, and how her whole family helped her along the way. In 2020, Parliament-Funkadelic legend, Bootsy Collins, recruited Emi to sing with him on “Star,” a song intended to bring people together during the pandemic. She wrote the lyrics that she sang, which was not a stretch for this songwriter with six releases under her belt. Emi has also been mentored by the great Nashville producer, Tony Brown, the two of them co-producing her latest record.

In short, I have confidence that the future of American music is in great hands. Both Presley Barker and EmiSunshine beautifully represent a generation of young people who are wellversed in a variety of older styles and show great respect for tradition in the new music they make. When I grow up, I want to be just like them.

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by Gin Denton

It’s Festival Time!

Music festival time is coming! Bright days are ahead. Grab your picnic blanket and prepare for music. Festivals are the place to explore, hear new bands, and see new things. They are a place to expand your horizons. They are the place to find your new favorite band. Maybe a band you wouldn’t normally see because of time or place restrictions. Maybe a band you never heard of or one your friend keeps telling you to check out. Music festivals are a place to escape. Dancing to music is a release. It’s time to finally get out this year to a live festival or plug-in to a virtual one.

Celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the Bristol Rhythm & Roots festival in famous Bristol, where you can walk the state line of Virginia and Tennessee while you enjoy music spilling into the streets. Headliners Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Tanya Tucker, and Blackberry Smoke will perform at the music festival held September 10-12. To stay the weekend at this festival, you will need a hotel, Airbnb, or local campground.

At this festival you can enjoy a wonderful collection of music.

Several years ago. I attended and saw one of my favorites, Darrell Scott. Artists line the streets and downtown shops are open. It is a nice way to visit the city and see music all weekend.

I highly recommend getting in the car for a trip to this festival.

For more info, check out www.birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/ And don’t forget our close-by Reevestock and Merlefest.

Reevestock will take place in Elkin's hidden amphitheatre on August 6-7. You can find info at https://reevestock.com/ And note that Merlefest has moved to September 16-19 this year.

Local or Close-by Live Festivals The first local festival in this area is at Van Hoy Farms, in Harmony, NC. Van Hoy Farms Revival Music Series opens with the Infamous Stringdusters performing Friday and Saturday nights, April 23 and 24. On Friday, special guests Sierra Hull and Justin Moses will join them. The Travelin’ McCourys will take the stage with them on Saturday night.

According to the Van Hoy site, each $200 ticket is “sold per ‘Pod’ and allows a maximum of four people to a pod. All Pods are 8x10 ft boxes and are safely distanced at least 6 ft away from all neighboring pods. Upon arrival guests will be required to fully wear a mask or cloth face covering, complete a temperature check, and be asked a brief COVID19 questionnaire.”

New to pod parties? Imagine your own space with room to spread out and enjoy the weekend with three family members or friends. This is a lovely option for those who want to get out, but want social distancing. Limited tickets available. For more information and reservations, visit: https://www.vanhoyfarms.com/events/ Some of my local favorite music festivals are hosting fantastic bands. Floydfest, held July 21-25, is touting big names Sturgill Simpson, the Avett Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, and more. Front Porch Fest has been postponed until September this year. Their 2021 lineup lists artists such as Big Daddy Love and Marvelous Funkshun. Excitement is brewing about both of these festivals in nearby Patrick County, VA. You can get more information at: https://floydfest.com/ and https://frontporchfest.com/tickets/ 16 • SURRY LIVING April 2021 Issue

Special alert for area songwriters! You can enter Merlefest’s Chris Austin Songwriting Competition for only $30 per entry. Applications for this contest will be available April 15.

Check out the website: https://merlefest.org/ The NC Folk Festival in Greensboro, NC, is slated for September 10-12. This free admission, family-oriented, cultural heritage celebration includes music, dance, and handmade crafts. It includes a lineup of global and American roots performers. Check the website for more information: www.ncfolkfestival.com/

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Edward L. Salerno, MD, FCCP, a nationally recognized, board-certified pulmonologist and critical-care specialist, has joined Northern Regional Hospital to provide medical leadership for the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and all pulmonary programs – including the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, a planned outpatient Pulmonary Care Clinic, and an expanded Sleep Medicine program. Dr. Salerno’s comprehensive experience includes more than 15 years of pulmonary/critical-care medicine in a variety of clinical settings, including Hartford Hospital, a major teaching hospital in Hartford, Connecticut; and, more recently, Millennium Physicians, an independent physicians’ group in Naples, Florida.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Salerno to our medical staff,” said Chris A. Lumsden, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer of Northern Regional Hospital, in announcing the appointment. “His extensive knowledge and experience in pulmonary and critical-care medicine will permit us to further enhance and expand our patient-care capabilities in those areas; as well as treat and more efficiently transition respiratorydistressed patients as we, along with all hospitals across the nation, continue to see significant surges in patient volume due to the current COVID pandemic.

Having treated scores of patients with COVID and respiratoryrelated complications from COVID, Dr. Salerno is adamant about the need for people to follow the CDC-recommended guidelines for protecting themselves and others – which include wearing face masks, maintaining social distancing, self-quarantining as appropriate, and getting vaccinated. “We need to work together

to confront this pandemic,” he says. “When it comes to the vaccine, I try and educate patients on the science of it – so they understand and trust that it is safe and effective. I have taken it.”

Dr. Salerno’s approach to treating his patients is to follow the “First, do no harm” principle while always maintaining a focus on patient safety. “I always strive to do the right thing by my patient using evidence-based medicine, and to always be honest with them about their options,” he says. “I make sure I treat patients with kindness and that patients feel they can trust me; and that, no matter what, I will have their back.”

Dr. Salerno is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine, and is a Fellow in the American College of Chest Physicians. He also holds membership in several other professional organizations and societies, including the American Thoracic Society and the Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Association. Dr. Salerno has earned many honors and awards (including the Aldo Bellucci Excellence in Teaching Award and the Maxwell O Phelps Award for Scholarship); and he is a contributor to numerous research studies, abstracts and retrospectives, many of which have been published in peer-reviewed academic journals.

Dr. Edward Salerno will serve patients at the Northern Cardiology office located at 708 S. South Street in Mount Airy. For more information about making an appointment with Dr. Salerno, call 336-783-8998. www.choosenorthern.org

This is a paid advertorial for Northern Regional Hospital, Mount Airy, NC.

out & about look forward to visiting again. All genres of music have a place at Jazzfest including folk, rock, punk, and of course jazz.

Many music festivals in the nation are moving their dates from spring to fall this year. Jazzfest will be held October 8-17.

Bonnaroo, a large festival in Manchester, TN, will be held September 2-5, and Austin City Limits, an American public television music program recorded live in Texas, is scheduled for October 1-10.

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camp in your living room. Set up the big screen. Or if you have the option, set up an outdoor screen projector in your yard. Add fun lights. Add a disco ball. And viola, you can have an at-home dance party. Make room for dancing and have some good speakers. And don’t forget the snacks!

For those looking to stay in, www.eventbrite.com has a long list of online festivals including music from all over the world. Also, www.Bandwagon.asia and www.Billboard.com are keeping a running list of online festivals as information becomes available.

You can search online using hashtags on social media, like #musicfestival, #traditionalmusic, #EDM, or #metal. Find the music you enjoy! You can also peruse websites such as www.jambase.com and www.festivalnet.com/

Want to Really Travel?

If you want to travel and immerse in another culture, Jambase.com has a long list of music festivals from Asheville to Australia. The Jambase platform has been a staple for getting music lovers connected to festivals since 1998 with its user-friendly search features. Find the one that is closest or find the one in a town you have always wanted to visit.

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Music festivals are beyond the music.

Music festivals help you expand your sights of the world, they introduce you to new music, new ideas and new art. They introduce you to new thoughts and ideas.

They often include a world’s fair of foods.

They can give you an avenue to meet your new best friend. So you have all this information, and want to get out but do not want to be in a crowd—consider visiting a local winery or brewery where live music is often a weekend staple. Whether you choose a live, large group festival, a small venue, or a virtual event, brighten the days ahead with music. And don’t forget to dance!

Happy Trails.

Festivals & Events

2021

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The following are the event information that we have as of press time. Be sure to check each event's website for up-to-the-minute information on postponements, cancellations, restrictions and entry requirements:

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SURRY OLD TIME FIDDLERS CONVENTION Dobson, NC, April Postponed: looking at Fall dates TBD NOTICE: This event is typically held in April but they are currently hoping to revive it this Fall. The event is held at Surry Community College and features workshops, dancing, and competitions. For info: surryoldtime.com VANHOY FARMS REVIVAL MUSIC SERIES FEATURING THE INFAMOUS STRINGDUSTERS Two Date Event! April 23, Friday at 6:00 p.m. & April 24, Friday at 6:00 p.m. VanHoy Farms Family Campground, 738 Jericho Rd, Harmony NC aftontickets.com/stringdusters mtnrootsmanagement.com/stringdusters

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BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: SCYTHIAN June 5, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL June 10-12, Stuart, VA,332 Wayside Park Rd, Stuart, VA. Camping details to be determined at a later date, but will be offered (depends on covid restrictions). Call (276) 692-7853 or visit Beachfestival.com/ for more information.

WAYNE C. HENDERSON MUSIC FESTIVAL AND GUITAR COMPETITION Tentative Date: June 19, 2021! On the third Saturday of every June at Grayson Highlands State Park in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, the Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival and Guitar Competition features some of the region’s best traditional musicians. From time to time, they have shared the stage with bluegrass bands from Europe.

The event takes its name from National Heritage Award recipient Wayne C. Henderson, a musician and instrument

out & about maker who lives in nearby Rugby, Virginia. Henderson’s top-notch finger-picking is a source of great pleasure and pride to his friends, family, and neighbors in Grayson County, Virginia. His guitar playing has also been enjoyed at Carnegie Hall, in three national tours of Masters of the Steel-String Guitar and in seven nations of Europe, Asia and Africa. Wayne and many of his musical friends are featured performers at the festival, with bluegrass and old-time music dominating the program. For more up-to-date information, visit www.waynehenderson.org BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: AMYTHYST KIAH WITH AARON BURDETT June 19, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: MIPSO June 26, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

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BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: THE MALPASS BROTHERS July 3, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: STEEP CANYON RANGERS July 10, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

WAYSIDE PARK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL July 14-17, Stuart, VA 20th Anniversary Bluegrass Festival at Wayside Bluegrass Park in beautiful Patrick County VA. Wayside Park is located at 332 Wayside Park Road, Stuart VA. Visit waysidebluegrassfestival.com for a complete lineup for 2021 and camping and ticket information.

BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: SIERRA FERRELL July 17, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

FLOYDFEST 21 - ODYSSEY July 21-25, 894 Rock Castle Gorge Road, Floyd, VA For five days, a farm transforms into a “city,” providing SURRY LIVING April 2021 Issue • 19

out & about a unique experience including music, art, and cooking workshops, and fun. This year's lineup includes big names like Sturgill Simpson, the Avett Brothers, Old Crow Medicine Show, along with Brent Cobb, Whiskey Myers, The Band Of Heathens, Keller Williams, Goose, Nicole Atkins, Leftover Salmon, Pressing Strings, Keller & The Keels, Turkuaz, Adrian Belew, Andy Frasco & The U.N., The Ambassador, Consider The Source, Hogslop String Band, Unaka Prong, Bandits On The Run, Jerry Harrison, Devon Gilfillian, Molly Tuttle, Acoustic Syndicate, Dr. Bacon, The Broadcast, Nicholas Jamerson, Chance Mccoy, The Floorboards, My Radio, Christian Lopez, Rebekah Todd, 49 Winchester, L Shape Lot, Grizzly Goat, Restless Leg String Band, Thunder And Rain, Dharma Bombs, L.A. Edwards, Travers Brothership, Big Daddy Love, Chupacabras, Stephen Lewis & The Big Band Of One, Empty Bottles, Big Atomic, Katie Pruitt, Ashley Heath & Her Heathens, Bailey Bigger, Free Union, and Into the Fog. Visit floydfest.com/ for info.

BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: BECKY BULLER BLUEGRASS BAND July 24, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: TUI July 31, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

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REEVESTOCK August 6-7, 2021 Reevestock will take place in Elkin's hidden amphitheatre again this year. You can find more information and an updated performing lineup at https:// reevestock.com/ BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: CHATHAM RABBITS August 7, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

THE 85TH OLD FIDDLER’S CONVENTION Tentative Dates: August 9-14, 2021. Galax, VA

This is the world’s oldest and largest fiddler’s convention.

Fans can camp, jam, and dance the night away to traditional music. This folk festival holds competitions from music to dancing. Come see outstanding musicians and dancers compete. Competitors come from all over the world, with winners hailing from as far as Norway and Washington state.

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and dancers compete for prizes of ribbons and cash. If you want to compete, it is important to preregister.

For more info: Oldfiddlersconvention.com BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: TUBA SKINNY August 21, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

BUDBREAK WINE & CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL Mount Airy, August 28. The 2021 Budbreak Wine and Craft Beer Festival will be August 28, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in beautiful downtown Mount Airy, NC. The festival features top North Carolina wineries and craft beer producers, wonderful food and great music.

Festival packages are available which include: General admission, local accommodations and transportation, as well as a complementary bottle of wine! Rotary proceeds will benefit numerous local and international charity organizations. For more information: budbreakfestival.com BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: JOE TROOP BAND August 28, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

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FRONT PORCH FEST September 2-5, 2021, Stuart, VA Front Porch Fest is a 4-day family-friendly music festival held in Stuart, VA featuring local, regional, and national acts. The 2021 lineup includes artists Big Daddy Love and Marvelous Funkshun. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.com/ In addition to 30+ bands, Front Porch Fest features an array of children's activities, yoga, campsite jams, on-site camping, delicious craft brews and foods, and more! No charge for children 12 years and under. Visit frontporchfest.com/ BRMC SUMMER CONCERTS: JEFF LITTLE TRIO September 4, 7:00 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Music Center, 700 Foothills Road, Galax, VA (Blueridge Parkway Milepost 213). Visit blueridgemusiccenter.org for more information on the artist, venue, and for tickets.

BRISTOL RHYTHM & ROOTS REUNION September 10–12, 2021 100+ BANDS. 16 STAGES. 3 DAYS! Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion music festival celebrates Bristol Tennessee/Virginia’s music heritage as the birthplace of country music. Headliners Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Tanya Tucker, and Blackberry Smoke will perform at the music festival. Artists line the streets and downtown shops are open. It is a nice way to visit the city and see music all weekend. For more info, check out birthplaceofcountrymusic.org or bristolrhythm2021.com NC FOLK FESTIVAL September 10–12, 2021 The North Carolina Folk Festival takes place in Greensboro, NC, each September and features more than 300 artists on multiple stages, with continuous performances for a threeday celebration of cultural heritage through music, dance, handmade crafts, food, and family fun! Check the website for more information: ncfolkfestival.com MERLEFEST 2021 September 16-19, Wilkesboro, NC, America's Top Roots Based Music Festival!

Held on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of American music legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of "traditional plus" music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented sounds of the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and expanded to include Americana, country, blues, rock and many other styles. The festival hosts numerous artists, performing on 13 stages during the course of the four-day event. This fest is jampacked with artists and trade vendors. For more information: Merlefest.org

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IDEASCITY WINSTON-SALEM October 1-3, in Bailey Park, Winston-Salem, NC A collaboration between WFU and The New Museum in NY, this event will feature innovators in Winston-Salem.

Saturday will be a day of music featuring WS musicians and a national act TBD – hosted by SLM's own, Martha Bassett.

For more info: ideascity.events.wfu.edu/ AND THE BEAT GOES ON CONCERT SERIES FEATURING JOHNATHAN BYRD October 9, 8:00 p.m., Sparta, NC Muddy Creek Cafe and Music Hall For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org BACKWOODS BEAT FESTIVAL OF MUSIC & ART DARRELL SCOTT SONGWRITING WORKSHOP October 23, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Sparta, NC at the Alleghany JAM House in Sparta.

For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org BACKWOODS BEAT FESTIVAL OF MUSIC & ART DARRELL SCOTT CONCERT October 23, 8:00 p.m., Sparta, NC Muddy Creek Cafe and Music Hall For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org

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AND THE BEAT GOES ON CONCERT SERIES FEATURING EMILY SCOTT ROBINSON November 6, 8:00 p.m., Sparta, NC Muddy Creek Cafe and Music Hall For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org AND THE BEAT GOES ON CONCERT SERIES FEATURING TRAVIS MEADOWS November 20, 8:00 p.m., Sparta, NC Muddy Creek Cafe and Music Hall For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org

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BACKWOODS BEAT FESTIVAL OF MUSIC & ART “TALES & ALES” WITH PAUL THORN December 4, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sparta, NC Tales and Ales will be Saturday, December 4th 1pm – 4pm, at Laconia Ale Works For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org AND THE BEAT GOES ON CONCERT SERIES FEATURING PAUL THORN December 4, 8:00 p.m., Sparta, NC Muddy Creek Cafe and Music Hall For more info: alleghanyartscouncil.org SURRY LIVING April 2021 Issue • 21

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Camp & Retreat Center Dear Surry and Stokes Counties Parents, We are all aware of how the Covid-19 virus has changed many things all over the world and impacted families and livelihoods. Many have lost their jobs or businesses and the though of sending your children to summer camp might be the last item you are considering. Many are concerned about the future of travel and when we will be able to return to more normal activities. The trustees, the board and I have made a commitment to do all we can to safely resume camping in 2021. We are all in this together.

There is a need to give our children hope, a return to some sort of “normalcy” and a chance to be a child— “childhood happens only once”. With this in mind we have decided to help any child, from any country and any background attend our camp in 2021. We will need the help and assistance of many people to do this but we are believing and have commitments from many already to work with us to enable the following.

Here is what we are offering, on a first-come, first-serve basis: 1. Our normal tuition is $1375/week, BUT we will accept whatever you can afford – as little as $500/week.

2. We will refund 100% of what we receive in deposits, tuition and fees if the camper is hindered or unable to attend this summer.

3. The program, food services, care and safety of your child will not be compromised. We will not operate the camp any less professionally than we would if every child were paying 100% of the tuition.

We ask the following from parents that take advantage of this discount: •

Please pay all you can and when your child returns home, consider a donation to our camp that represents your satisfaction with our camp. the experiences, and the memories your child will carry for a lifetime.

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Extra fees for certain programs (Equitation, Golf, Water Skiing, Wilderness Adventure, Shooting, Weekend Trips to Washington, DC/Carowinds) and airport pick up fees still apply as appropriate.

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Please make your decision soon. We do expect to have a full camp because of this offer. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

This camp is a ministry and passion for many people and we want to ensure it is here for years to come. If you are in the position to assist with camper scholarships or any of the other areas of need to continue this ministry please let us know. We are always looking for volunteers to assist with camp preparation and also with the day to day running and activities during the summer. Whether you are looking to send your children or not, please pass along this message to anyone who might be interested as well as anyone (including yourselves) who is willing to pray for the Camp and the camp staff.

May God bless us all and keep us safe and healthy.

Warmly,

Founder/President The Vineyard Camp & Retreat Center

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few years ago, I remember eating barbecue shrimp as a band played and a pianist worked the keyboard of an old, upright piano in the corner of a house-turned restaurant. I vaguely remember the festive music, but definitely can’t forget the shells-on shrimp appetizer. Because I always eat this dish at that restaurant, I associate these spicy, buttery, shrimp with happy music and hard-working musicians.

This recipe for barbecue shrimp is not cooked on a grill or brushed with a sweet barbecue sauce. Instead, it is a New Orleans style barbecue recipe with butter, seasonings, and spices. Traditionally, this dish was made with a lot of butter, but many health-conscious recipes omit more than half of the butter, as does this one. This recipe also removes the shells from the shrimp before cooking. The shells will create a very flavorful dish, but there is the inconvenience of peeling shells from saucecovered shrimp. I removed the shells in this recipe just to make it easier to eat.

Perhaps the best thing about this dish, other than its delicious taste, is that it is unexpectedly easy and quick to prepare. You can serve it as an appetizer or as a main dish served with rice.

Either way, be sure to have plenty of sliced French bread for soaking up the sauce!

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1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 lemon, juiced 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 4 teaspoons minced garlic from a jar) 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning (Old Bay used) 2 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon thyme, dried 1/2 teaspoon rosemary, dried 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon hot sauce (Texas Pete used) 1/4 cup dry white wine 1 lemon, sliced 2 green onions, sliced (only use green part) 1 baguette French bread, sliced

Directions 1. Remove the shells and tails from the shrimp. Set aside.

2. In a large skillet, add the butter, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic, Creole seasoning, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, pepper, and hot sauce. On medium-low heat, melt the butter and stir all the ingredients together to make the sauce. Bring to a boil.

3. Add the shrimp and spread out so they are in one layer if possible. Cook for one minute and turn them over and cook for one more minute.

4. Add the wine and place sliced lemons on top of the shrimp.

Cook for 3-4 more minutes or until the shrimp are cooked.

5. Place the shrimp and some sauce in bowls and garnish with green onions. Serve with French bread for dipping in the sauce. This dish also goes well with rice.

Savory Tips For aesthetics, you can leave on the shrimp tails if you like the look or want to serve as an appetizer instead of a main meal.

BBQ SHRIMP Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 5 minutes

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If fresh shrimp is not available, use frozen bagged shrimp that has the shells cut for easy removal.

Shrimp thaws very quickly in warm water and will be ready to peel by the time you put together the sauce.

For more photos and tips, go to houseofelynryn.com.

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The sounds of spring bring such joy. Robins singing, rain gently falling on daffodils, children outside playing, cheering fans as the bat hits the ball, shovels digging in the garden, the ping of the club hitting a golf ball – the list could go on and on. After a long winter, these sounds are music to my ears.

Not only do I enjoy the musical sounds in my environment, vocal and/or instrumental music are also fun. This type of music makes me think of one of my favorite physical activities, dancing. As a child, I remember putting my right foot in and taking my right foot out along with all my other body parts while doing the “Hokey Pokey.” I continued learning about where all my body parts from head to toe were located – my head bone was connected to my neck bone and so forth -in the song “Dem Bones.” Music tends to make us want to move. For a real musical workout, we would do “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” going faster each time around.

Singing rhymes as we jumped rope was another fun way to move more.

Cooperative Extension has a fun and educational preschool curriculum, “Color Me Healthy,” that uses music to get children excited about eating smart and moving more.

It is designed to stimulate the senses: touch, smell, sight, sound, and, of course, taste. Through color, music, and exploration of the senses, Color Me Healthy teaches children that healthy food and physical activity are fun. The materials are designed to be used in family daycare homes, Head Start classrooms, childcare centers, and preschools serving four- and five-yearolds.

Weekly take home newsletters for families include quick and easy recipes. Save time with this one pan lasagna recipe that doesn’t have to bake. One taste of Easy Lasagna and you may feel like singing “If You Are Happy and You Know It Clap Your Hands!”

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EASY LASAGNA Ingredients • ½ pound lean or extra-lean ground beef or ground turkey • 8 ounces egg noodles, uncooked (try whole grain) • 12 ounces fat-free cottage cheese • 2 cups reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded • 1 (14.5-ounce) can unsalted, diced tomatoes, not drained • 1 cup water • 1/2 teaspoon parsley • 1/2 teaspoon oregano • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning • Non-stick cooking spray Directions 1. Brown ground beef or turkey. Drain and return to skillet.

2. Stir in diced tomatoes, water, parsley, oregano, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.

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4. Stir in cottage cheese. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.

5. Stir in 2 cups of mozzarella cheese.

6. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes to melt cheese.

For more information on Color Me Healthy, contact the Surry County Center of Cooperative Extension at 336-401-8025.

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SURRY COUNTY AREA UPCOMING EVENTS EDITORS NOTE: The following events are subject to cancellation or postponement due to the Covid-19 pandemic or other factors. While outside of our control, this information was current as of press time.

APRIL 2 -3 (HAMPTONVILLE, NC): ALPHA & OMEGA 6TH ANNUAL HELICOPTER EASTER EGG DROP Alpha & Omega Corn maze will host their 6th annual Helicopter Easter Egg Drop. More than 20,000 plastic eggs will fall out of the sky on Friday and Saturday. Gates open at 8 a.m.; The event is from 9 a.m. until 4 a.m. both days. There will be four drop times each day. 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., & 3 p.m.. Cost for the event is $12.00.

A Group Rate of 20 or more is $10 per person. Food priced separately. Children 2 and under free. Check out Facebook page or website at alphaomegacornmaze.com/ See ad on page 10 for more info.

APRIL 2 (MOUNT AIRY): VIRTUAL STORYBOOK MUSEUM 11:00 a.m., Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, 301 N Main St. Join us for crafts and activities based on books! This FREE virtual program is intended for preschool-age children.

APRIL 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, AND 30 (MOUNT AIRY, NC): Mayberry Spirits Whiskey Distillery Tours, 431 N. South St. Open Fridays & Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.. Tours at 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.. Reservations recommended. Making whiskey in the Appalachian tradition! $10 per person for an approximately 45-min. tour, which includes a souvenir shot glass and 5 tastings (3 whiskies plus two mixed versions). Gift shop open and on-site bottle purchases now allowed! Call 336-719-6860 for more info.

APRIL 3 (STATE ROAD): SATURDAY AT THE RED BARN FEATURING THE CELTIC SESSIONS 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Grassy Creek Vineyard, 235 Chatham Cottage Lane, State Rd, NC. Join us as we kick off the first weekend of April outside the Red Barn Tasting Room! The Celtic Sessions will be playing from 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. & we will have Wraps Around The World Food Truck on-site all day.

APRIL 9 (MOUNT AIRY): UNICORN CRAFT Andy Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford Street. Join us for our Monthly Craft as we enjoy a sweet treat! Suitable for kids of all ages. Cost is $5. All materials provided. Email shelby@ surryarts.org with questions. To register, visit www.surryarts.org or call (336)786-7998.

APRIL 11 (STATE ROAD): JVC AT GOLDEN ROAD VINEYARDS 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.. Join James Vincent Carroll while he plays Classic Rock and random Country from the '70s – '90s on his acoustic guitar! James also mixes in lots of his original written songs that people continue to learn to love! Be a part of the loving atmosphere and sing along! Located at 542 Golden Road, State Road, NC APRIL 11 (ELKIN): TASTING NOTES VIOLIN DUETS AT ADAGIO VINEYARDS 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.. Our guests can experience fine wine, music and enjoy the process of creating hand made violins. At Adagio, we want to create an environment of passionate discovery for our guests. We love to give tours of the winemaking process! Located at 139 Benge Drive, Elkin, NC APRIL 13 (GALAX): CREEK BOTTOM BREWERY Bluegrass Night w/ The Creek Bottom Boys – starts at 7:00; Creek Bottom Brewery, 307 N Meadow Street, Galax, VA APRIL 17 (PILOT MOUNTAIN): SPRING PILOT VIEW VINTAGE MARKET Celebrating the history of Pilot Mountain and introducing it to new generations, Pilot View Vintage Market welcomes shoppers to this charming Main Street community to discover unique, vintage collectibles and handmade furnishings. The market has grown from a handful of vendors to one of the state’s most beloved events, attracting thousands of shoppers in search of one-of-a-kind finds. Admission is FREE. For more information please visit www.PilotMountainNC.org APRIL 23 -24 (HARMONY, NC): VANHOY FARMS REVIVAL MUSIC SERIES FEATURING THE INFAMOUS STRINGDUSTERS Two Date Event! April 23, Friday at 6:00 p.m. & April 24, Friday at 6:00 p.m.. VanHoy Farms Family Campground, 738 Jericho Rd, Harmony, NC 28634. Visit www.aftontickets.com/stringdusters or www.mtnrootsmanagement.com/stringdusters APRIL 24 (STATE ROAD): JVC AT HAZE GRAY VINEYARDS 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.. Join JVC while he plays Classic Rock and random Country from the '70s – '90s on his acoustic guitar! James also mixes in lots of his original written songs that people continue to learn to love! Be a part of the loving atmosphere and sing along! Located at 761 Stony Knoll Road, Dobson 28 • SURRY LIVING April 2021 Issue

area calendars & info APRIL 24 (MOUNT AIRY): 8TH ANNUAL MAD DASH 5K & FUN RUN 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Fisher River Park. Enjoy a fun course and support students and teachers of Surry County Schools! Register by April 6 to be guaranteed an event t-shirt. Visit their web site at MADDash5K.itsyourrace.com APRIL 27 (GALAX): CREEK BOTTOM BREWERY Bluegrass Night w/ The Creek Bottom Boys – starts at 7:00; Creek Bottom Brewery, 307 N Meadow Street, Galax, VA MAY 7-9 (PILOT MOUNTAIN): PILOT MOUNTAIN MAYFEST The quaint historic downtown of Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, is the home to the annual Mother’s Day Weekend Mayfest hosted by the Pilot Mountain Civic Club. We are featuring handcrafted arts and crafts, plants and flowers, commercial/ retail booths, fun games and activities for kids, great local musicians and performers with yummy festival food! The shops and restaurants on Main St. add to the shopping and dining pleasures of the annual Mayfest event.

FARMERS MARKETS MOUNT AIRY, NC: MOUNT AIRY FARMER'S MARKET OPENS FOR THE SEASON ON FRIDAY, APRIL 23 Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 111 South Main Street ELKIN FARMER'S MARKET OPENS FOR THE SEASON ON SATURDAY, APRIL 24 Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. (June 5, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.); 226 North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC DOBSON FARMERS MARKET OPENS FOR THE SEASON ON THURSDAY, MAY 13: Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. — 7:00 p.m., 903 Atkins St.

Festival Hours: Friday: 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. & Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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SEASIDE REFLECTIONS At water’s edge, The small green heron balances on a rock, Its silhouette a comma Against the exclamation point Of early morning light.

It pauses in elegant stillness, One foot lifted, certain.

Meanwhile the cormorant airs her laundry And the gull twitches in her spinning search for breakfast.

The heron takes its time, Knowing it belongs in this moment, And the day is long, And the tide’s rising.

Late afternoon, the heron stands tiptoe in the draining bay, Its reflection on the silver water a question mark One wonders what the bird is asking Until it spears dinner, Once, twice.

— Sheri Wren Haymore

HIPPITY HIPPITY HOPPITY HOPPITY HAPPY HAPPY EASTER EASTER

Hop to it and enjoy Easter activities with your family.

Hop to it and enjoy Easter activities with your family.

This time of year offers plenty of possibilities. Express your creative side by deco-

This time of year offers plenty of possibilities. Express your creative side by decorating Easter eggs and baskets in new ways. Get moving with an egg-and-spoon race rating Easter eggs and baskets in new ways. Get moving with an egg-and-spoon race in the backyard. Or watch the classic movie Easter Parade with Judy Garland and in the backyard. Or watch the classic movie Easter Parade with Judy Garland and Fred Astaire.

Fred Astaire.

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