Surry Living July 2017

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In this Issue Get history, info & tips in our

HOME & Garden section

GO EXPLORING WITH THE EVTA

The MODERN

Collector

SURRY OUTDOORS Where Adventure begins!

BONUS: Your guide to the area’s 2017 special events including Mount Airy, Elkin, Dobson, Galax, & Pilot Mountain

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FEATURED SECTIONS

HOME & GARDEN p. 10

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OUT & ABOUT p. 18

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10 The Vintage Southern

20 Surry Outdoors: Things to

Homemaker: Gloria Brown shares memories and helpful tips

do outside in Surry County and the surrounding area

14 The Modern Collector:

To Save it or Send it?

15 This Little Light of Mine

Devotional: This month’s devotion is titled, Ice Climber Dies...

22 Knee-Deep in Bluegrass:

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AREA CALENDERS p.32

25 Take a Break from the

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Interstate!: 100 mile long yard sales & special events in our area

Cindy Baucom brings her radio show to Surry Living and this month she’s featuring Bluegrass on the Big Screen 32 Area Event Schedules:

23 Explore Elkin: TBD

Dobson, Galax, Elkin, Mt. Airy and Pilot Mountain

24 The Brower Bridge: Gary

York tells the history about a little-known landmark in Mount Airy.

16 Joanna Radford: The

Leyland Cypress 17 The Garden Diva: Real-

Life Gardening 18 The EVTA: All about

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26 The Sweet Life: Rynn

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CONTRIBUTORS

Mark Cartner

Terri Maurer

Gloria Brown

Laura Pack

Mark Cartner is the Associate Editor of Surry Living Magazine and a writer/producer for North Valley Media, a North Carolinabased production company. He previously worked as the media liaison for the Carolinas Golf Association, writing feature stories and covering CGA championships.

He began his career as a radio and TV traffic reporter in the Greensboro/High Point/WinstonSalem market of North Carolina.

Terri is the owner of Bumble Hill Blooms and Berries, a blueberry and cut-flower farm, as well as the host of The Garden Diva television show. She was raised working in her parent’s landscape nursery and discovered early on her passion for plants and nature, ultimately earning the title “Master Gardener” in the state of Missouri.

She and her husband now reside just across the border in nearby Davie County, North Carolina.

Gloria is the co-owner of The Nest & Hive Shoppe, a home décor business in Fancy Gap, VA, as well as the co-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, having grown up in the business while working many years as a dealer in the Yadkin Valley area where she currently resides.

Laura is a homemaker, lifelong antiques collector, and co-owner of The Nest & Hive Shoppe, a home décor business in Fancy Gap, VA. She also co-hosts The Vintage Southern Homemaker, a regionally syndicated television show highlighting Southern culture. She lives in Yadkin County, NC, where she teaches high school English literature.

Joanna Radford

Carmen Long

Larry VanHoose

Rynn Hennings

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.

Carmen is a NC Cooperative Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. Making quick & easy, healthy food that tastes great, on a budget is a challenge for most. Carmen and her husband have a son and daughter, both of which 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 became the norm. Carmen will share ideas and recipes with us to make this job a little easier.

Larry is the Executive Editor of Surry Living Magazine and Creative Director at Vivid Graphics in Galax, VA. With 25+ years experience as a graphic designer, non-fiction writer, and commercial photographer, Larry is also the Co-founder and Creative Director of Sonfire Media, LLC, a Christian (book) publishing company based in Galax, VA. Larry and his wife Trina have four grown children and live in Virginia near the Grayson & Surry Counties border.

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.

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CONTRIBUTORS, Contd.

Gary York Gary resides in Pilot Mountain with his wife Charlotte at Vintage Rose Wedding Estate. A 1965 graduate of Guilford College, he received his MBA from Bucknell in ‘68. His early career included service at York Oil Company and Neighbors Stores.

His passion for celebrating community servants led him to begin producing People Doing Good For Others on WPAQ in 1998, which fueled his interest in local broadcasting and ultimately his purchase of 100.9 WIFM in February 2004.

Gary’s dedication to the community extends beyond the walls of WIFM to include a photo ministry, a monthly newsletter, “The Communicator,” now in its 26th year, and prior service as a Surry County Commissioner, member of the Mount Airy City Schools Board of Education and service as a UNC-TV Trustee. He is a member of the Surry County Educational Foundation and is a Board Member of the Elkin Rescue Squad.

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by Gloria Brown

Everyone knows that summertime and picnics go hand in hand. Nothing tastes better than food fought from ants and flies, dirt and debris. It is true!

Eating outside has been a way of life for me for as long as I can remember – whether it be dinner on the grounds at church, a family reunion, or taking a plate outside because we ran out of room at the table during tobacco priming.

My family loves to picnic as good as they love anything on this earth. This time of year you can find us in all kinds of outdoor places balancing a plate of food and having the time of our lives. There is just something about outdoor dining that takes eating to a whole new level. It is adventure eating.

My daddy loved to picnic so much that one Sunday he had my momma take up the food we had just sat down to eat. He declared it was a great day for a picnic. We all jumped up and off we went to the Blue Ridge Parkway. When we arrived, it was so cold we had to fill our plates and get back in the car to eat. But that just added to the fun!

Do not stress over the menu. The food can be simple or elaborate, homemade or store-bought. The main thing is to get out there and find your spot.

Some of the best picnics we ever had were after the tomatoes came in. We would load up a box of juicy ripe tomatoes, a loaf of white bread, and a jar of mayonnaise. We would all pile in my Pa’s old truck and off we would go. Later in the summer, we would add a watermelon that Pa had been cooling in the branch or in a tub of icy cold well water. The destination

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didn’t really matter. You could find us down a winding dirt road, along a creek bank, or under the tobacco barn shed. But wherever we were, you could bet we were having a ball.

I like to keep an old vintage suitcase filled with the essentials.

You can customize your own suitcase, box or basket so that all you have to add is some food!

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Disposable plates, cutlery, napkins, and cups Paper towels Straws Salt & pepper Texas Pete Hand sanitizer Wet wipes A couple of hand towels Paring knife Old tablecloth or flat sheet Beach towels to cover benches Blanket or quilt Deck of playing cards Trash bags for clean up

I also like to keep sunscreen and insect repellent handy to throw in the suitcase. Having everything at the ready and at your fingertips is always a good idea.

Our area offers some of the best picnic spots you will ever find.

Visit one of the many national, state, or local parks. Roam along our byways and backroads. And if all else fails, don’t overlook your own backyard. If you aren’t picnicking, you just don’t know what you’re missing!

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home & garden AGING IN AMERICA - BY THE NUMBERS A report from the Federal Interagency Forum on Aging– Related Statistics, “Older Americans 2016: Key Indicators of Well-Being” took a close look at older adults in the United States, as they live longer and face new economic, health care, and residential living challenges.

experienced poor air quality for any standard, decreased from 66 percent in 2000 to 16 percent in 2014; about 11 percent lived in counties with poor air quality for ozone, compared with 51 percent in 2000.

According to the NCOA (National Council on Aging), for most older adults, good health ensures independence, security, and productivity as they age. Yet millions struggle every day with health and safety challenges such as chronic disease, falls, and mental health issues—all of which can severely impact quality of life.

Chronic Disease – Approximately 92% of older adults have at least one chronic disease, and 77% have at least two. Four chronic diseases—heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes— cause almost two-thirds of all deaths each year.

Falls – Every 15 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall; every 29 minutes, an older adult dies following a fall.

One interesting thing the report found was that older Americans are in better economic shape now than they were four decades ago. In 1974, the proportion of older Americans with income below the poverty threshold was 15 percent; in 2014, the percentage fell to 10 percent.

About 1.2 million people age 65 and over were residents of nursing homes in 2014. In the same year, nearly 780,000 of those age 65 and over lived in residential care communities such as assisted living facilities.

Other statistical highlights found in the report:

Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of fractures, hospital admissions for trauma, and injury deaths. Falls are also the most common cause of older adult traumatic brain injuries, accounting for over 46% of fatal falls.

Mental Health & Substance Abuse – One in four older adults experiences some mental disorder including depression and anxiety disorders, and dementia. This number is expected to double to 15 million by 2030.

Depression affects seven million older Americans, and many do not receive treatment.

Population – 46 million people age 65 and over lived in the United States in 2014, accounting for 15 percent of the total population. In 2030, the number and proportion of older Americans is expected to grow to 74 million, representing nearly 21 percent of the total U.S. population.

The number of older adults with substance abuse problems is expected to double to five million by 2020.

Economics – Overall between 1983 and 2013, the median net worth, in 2013 dollars (including the value of retirement investment accounts), of households headed by people age 65 and over rose from $116,500 to $210,500.

Untreated substance abuse and mental health problems among older adults are associated with poor health outcomes, higher health care utilization, increased complexity of the course and prognosis of many illnesses, increased disability and impairment, compromised quality of life, increased caregiver stress, increased mortality, and higher risk of suicide.

Health status – Many Americans enjoy longer lives, though with some functional limitations. Twenty-two percent of the population age 65 and over say they have at least one limitation in vision, hearing, mobility, communication, cognition, or self-care.

Health risks and behavior – A quality diet with healthy eating is important at all ages. Americans age 75 and over, met the dietary recommendations for whole fruits.

Americans from the age groups 65 and over, 65-74, and 75 and over met the dietary recommendations for total protein foods.

Environment – Air quality is improving for seniors. The percentage of people age 65 and over living in counties that

Two-thirds of older adults with mental health problems do not receive the treatment they need. Current preventative services for this population are extremely limited.

Most disturbingly of all, the study found that people aged 85+ have the highest suicide rate of any age group.

The numbers don’t lie. Seniors who have a strong support system, who together pay close attention to their mental and physical health, environment, food, finances, and living conditions, don’t have to see a decline in their quality of life.

Don’t be afraid to take the first steps for your own or your loved one’s retirement options. It can be scary, but with the right partner, you can move into this new phase of life with excitement, an improved quality of life, and with many new and growing relationships.

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THE MODERN COLLECTOR

by Laura Pack

Amongst our travels, we often find ourselves in quaint little souvenir shops. Among the T-shirts, knick knacks, and other novelty items that are labeled with the city of your travel destination, can be found a rack of postcards. We may take a moment to spin the rack and admire the pretty snapshots of natural views of the area or famous tourist attractions. Some of us may even take a postcard as our own memento of the trip, but have you ever sent or received a postcard? If so, it is a fun way to reach out to your family and friends just to drop a few lines letting them know they are in your thoughts as you enjoy your travels.

Postcards are certainly not a new trend. Dating back to the turn of the 20th century, postcards were an extremely popular and economical way to correspond worldwide. Nowadays, postcards are still quite popular, but for a very different reason — collecting! Postcard collecting, officially known as deltiology, is the third largest collecting hobby behind collecting stamps and money. If you think about it, postcards appeal to a wide range of collectors, because the themes of the postcards themselves are so broad.

Ranging from military memorabilia to holidays, landmarks, humor, advertising, and flowers (just to name a few), postcards can offer an extensive variety of themes for collectors.

The art, witticism and humor, advertising, and pictorial views of places and people are a unique reflection of history. With the wide array of themes as well as personal insights that are written in the few lines that are often found on postcards, it is not surprising that collectors are drawn to collecting them. For the curious collector, postcards eras can be identified in a variety of ways. There are several types of postcards that will help you identify the specific time period of your postcards.

“Whether you save it or send it, your postcard will ultimately become a part of postcard collecting and history ...”

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Embossed postcards were of high quality, printed often with rich colors containing raised designs, and were produced in the early decades of the 20th century.

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Hold-to-light postcards were made with tissue paper surrounded by two pieces of regular paper, allowing light to shine through. This type of postcard was mainly produced in the early decades of the 20th century.

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Linen postcards were mainly produced in the 1930s and ‘40s and were often printed on brightly colored paper designed to resemble linen.

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Silk postcards, often embroidered over a printed image, were wrapped around cardboard and sent in see-through glassine envelopes. These postcards were especially popular during WWI.

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Fold-out postcards, had multiple postcards attached in a long strip and were popular in the 1950s.

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Novelty postcards were made using various materials such as wood, aluminum, copper, and cork. These were produced from the 1930s to 1950s.

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Vintage/Modern postcards are the postcards that were produced from the 1960s to current day.

Artist-signed postcards are the most popular cards among collectors.

Once you have identified the artist, it is easy to spot their postcards as you collect. Some of the most famous artists include Frances Brundage, Ellen Clapsaddle, Clare Victor Dwiggins, and Samuel Loren Schmucker.

By researching these as well as other artists, you can most likely identify many of your postcards with their respective artist.

Whether you are drawn to a theme, an era, a postcard type, or an artist, it is always good to consider the subject matter, condition, rarity, and general desirability if you are a serious collector. For the casual collector, you may simply collect because you like the postcard. Either way, you will find much enjoyment in collecting postcards. Also, don’t forget to go ahead and pick up that postcard from the souvenir shop. Whether you save it or send it, your postcard will ultimately become a part of postcard collecting and history, and that is pretty neat!

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Ellen Clapsaddle vintage postcard

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THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE

by Larry VanHoose

Ice Climber Dies...

The newspaper headline simply said, “Ice Climber Dies.” More accurately it probably should have read, “Ice Climber Dies — Alone.”

He had all the credentials – professional climbing guide, certified instructor, one who knew his craft, knew his equipment, and knew what he was about. Even so, with all that experience and know-how, Richard fell and died waiting for the help that never came. Cold, broken, hurting, and very much — alone.

I guess to me the saddest thing about Richard’s death was how senseless and unnecessary it was. It wasn’t like it was “his time” as the old-timers like to say. The truth is that Richard’s life shouldn’t have ended so young. He had been careless, reckless, and over-confident. He had broken a golden rule of climbing I’m sure he must have taught to his students a thousand times – never, ever, climb alone. So Richard left this life with so many dreams left unfulfilled, so much of his life yet to live, so many friends that will miss his quick, ready laugh, and he left his loving family to miss and grieve for him.

I’m not judging Richard mind you; I understand him better than most. A natural born climber, I climbed everything I could in my youth, and some things I couldn’t.

The tallest trees, the walls of our house, even the overly-tall TV antennae on our house. But after I took a professionally-guided climbing trip at 19, my hobby quickly became my passion. I climbed every mountain I could for most of the next 15 to 20 years. I proudly wrote my name on the logbooks of mountaintops all over the southwest, even serving as a guide for several expeditions. I know the love of climbing and I know the call of the solo climb, but I also know the rock climber’s creed – never, ever, climb alone. But like Richard, knowing the creed didn’t stop me either. Many times I was unable to interest my friends in my last second plans to “... skip work and go climb a rock!” More than a few times I went off alone to climb the nearest peak where I’d sit and watch hawks and eagles glide along with the currents of the wind.

Yet if I’m perfectly honest, the joy and magic of the solo climb was for me an illusion. Deep inside I knew I longed for someone to share those moments – someone to share the peace, quietness, and raw beauty of the mountains.

It’s not surprising that in many ways my life came to be like those lonely climbs. More and more often I found myself alone, disconnected and separated from the people I loved the most. The truth be told, I was to blame for much of the failed connections in my life, too busy doing my own thing to spend the time and energy needed in a relationship. I disconnected from God too, even though I believed. I loved being in control way too much to seek him on how to live, how to act, how to love. I ultimately rose to the pinnacle of life, only to find I was all alone on the mountaintop. Cold, broken, hurting, and very much — alone.

So what did I do? Well, eventually, I came down. I came down from my life of solitude and control. I came down from a mountain of pride, selfishness, and self-involvement. I came down from a life solely dedicated to the pursuit of my own happiness. I came down from that empty life and I threw myself at the feet of the God of second chances. I came to him, broken and alone, and I asked for his help.

In the Bible, Peter asked Jesus this question, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?” Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven (Matt. 18:21-22 NASB).

If Jesus told his disciples to forgive at least 490 times, do you think he would do any less for you and me? No — unequivocally, emphatically, no! The truth is that the Father in heaven longs for you to return to him - or to come and meet him for the very first time. He said of himself, “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me” (Rev. 3:20 NIV).

What door is it that he’s knocking on? The door of your heart! Though you can’t hear it with your physical ears, you can with the ears of your heart. You might not see him standing there with your physical eyes, but you can with the eyes of your heart. You can’t touch him, but he can not just touch, but change your heart as well.

Let me give you some unsolicited advice. Let him in. Let me say it again. Let him in. Let him in with you right where you are, no matter who, what, or how you might be. If you let him, he’ll teach you how to walk with him in a new, selfless, loving way. I promise you — you’ll never, ever again, have to climb the mountains and obstacles of this life — alone!

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by Joanna Radford

The Leyland Cypress A scenic drive through Surry County will reveal wonders such as the immense granite quarry in Flat Rock, the unmistakable knob of Pilot Mountain, and the beautiful Kapps Mill in Dobson. If you pay attention during your drive you will also notice the faddish arborvitae trees planted during the past 20 years. The Leyland Cypress is still a hugely popular tree in the Surry County landscape. It’s a tall evergreen that grows two to four feet each year, which is considered fast for most trees. It provides color in the winter season and if allowed, will reach nearly 100 feet in height! It is commonly used as a property border and to shield anything unsightly. It would appear the Leyland Cypress is the “Cadillac” of hedges.

However, we all know not everything that glitters is gold. The Leyland Cypress has been so popular and used so much that the potential for disease and insect problems have increased.

Disease increases with correct environmental conditions and also when plants of the same species or variety are planted near each other. And let’s face it, most Leyland Cypress are planted in a long hedge row at less than the recommended spacing. More times than not, I have seen spacing less than the recommended ten feet. Their width can reach 25 feet at maturity. Pests and diseases pass easily from one tree to the next when planted too closely.

Each year the Extension Center receives numerous calls from those needing help with their aging Leyland Cypress. Two of the more common and ever-increasing problems seen with the Leyland Cypress are bagworms and Seiridium Canker.

Bagworms This is the biggest insect problem with Leyland Cypress trees. The bagworm larvae can be blown from plant to plant by the wind, increasing the infected area. The young larvae feed on leaf surfaces and the older ones can eat the entire leaf. Homeowners usually report problems when numerous bagworms are visible. This is because until they are large in number, bagworms are hard to see. Large numbers of larvae consume a great deal of plant material and spin their bags. Generally, the bags are what people report. The bags are tan to brown in color and are made up of the Leyland Cypress itself.

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Removing the bags from the branches as soon as possible is an effective means of control and is typically done in the fall or winter months. If bags are too numerous to remove by hand, insecticides or parasitic wasps may be used as control options. This is most effective in June when the larvae have just hatched.

Seiridium Canker The fungi cankers spread through the transmission of spores.

Infection of one branch or one tree is spread quickly and Browning caused by Seiridium canker. Photo: easily with the wind entoweb.okstate.edu/ddd/diseases/Seiridium.htm or rain. Branches appear brown and dead throughout the tree. It does not take long for the tree to become unsightly.

Recommended treatment is removal of all infected branches.

The Leyland Cypress is a beautiful tree when it is strong and healthy. As it ages and becomes infected with a fungus or infested with an insect pest, it can become disfigured quickly.

Homeowners who are thinking about planting Leylands can do several things to help minimize potential problems.

At maturity, these trees are large. They can grow 100 feet Thuja ‘Green Giant’ beside of in height and 50 feet in width.

Extension Center, Surry County Proper spacing is important for the trees to receive adequate sunlight and good air flow which will decrease disease potential. Develop a maintenance plan for the trees and decide how tall and wide you’ll allow them to grow. This will help you determine spacing between trees. And consider planting several different varieties of trees. Many on the market now are similar to the Leyland Cypress but have less pest pressure. Some varieties to consider are the Thuja ‘Green Giant’ arborvitae, the Arizona Cypress or even the Japanese cedar.

home & garden The Greetings from the Garden Diva A few years ago I was asked to host a gardening show for Yadtel Telecom’s

by Terri Maurer local channel YVTV7. Apparently I’ve made it clear with my co-workers that I’m obsessed with all things gardening. That is how The Garden Diva show began. Being on TV and talking with others who also love to get their hands dirty can be very intimidating.

For instance, as we age the synapses in our brains don’t quite connect like they used to. How many times have you gone to a room in your house and in the five seconds it took to get there, you forgot why you went? It’s so aggravating. Anyway, I used to be able to look at a plant and have the common name instantly pop into my head. That’s not the way it works anymore. And trying to remember things while on camera is even worse.

One thing I’ve learned while filming the show is that we are all doing the best we can and yet, along the way, there will be mistakes and failures.

My landscape is what I refer to as real-life gardening. It was drawn out with a pencil on a sheet of paper. If you didn’t know better, you might think my 2-year-old granddaughter had been scribbling again. It may not have been a professional design, but I did attempt to take into account such things as the path

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of the sun, the size of the shrubs when full grown, any overhead interferences, and each plant’s tolerance for our zone. Yet even after thorough planning, I’ve relocated many a shrub. Well, ok, I’ve instructed my husband where to move many a shrub. Not too long ago I moved a Carolina Sweetspire about four feet from where it was first planted. You should have seen the look on Matt’s face after he dug up this sizable shrub and I took one large step and said, “Let’s put it here.” It was funny, and he admits it does look more balanced now.

I encourage you to get out there and try your hand at gardening.

There are lots of articles on the internet that speak to gardening as the perfect way to de-stress. We spend so much time under artificial lights, sitting at desks and staring at screens that it’s no wonder we’re plagued with health problems and anxiety.

We were meant to spend time outdoors, hearing the birds sing, feeling the breeze and sun on our face. Our mood improves and our bodies benefit. Some people enjoy yoga, running, or reading, but nothing relaxes me more than having my hands in the soil. I encourage you to try it and see what effect gardening might have on you. Start small – perhaps with a vegetable or flower garden. You can go online and learn so much, whether from other accomplished gardeners or from the NC Extension service. “We were meant to If you don’t have access to the spend time outdoors, internet, go to your local extension hearing the birds office and talk with an expert. The sing, feeling the agents there are happy to help you.

You could do like I did many years breeze and sun on ago and just wing it and hope for our face.” the best, but I promise if you do some research first you’ll have a better outcome and a more enjoyable experience. No matter what you choose to grow, there is nothing more gratifying than watching your hard work grow and flourish … but beware, it’s quite addictive. You’ll soon think of nothing else and before you know it someone may be asking you to talk about it on TV.

Until next time, Happy Gardening!

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Thanks to all who helped make the EVTA a reality...

The mission of the Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) is to help boost the local economy while promoting wellness through outdoor activities on trails linking Stone Mountain and Pilot Mountain state parks. These activities include walking, hiking, road and mountain biking, strollering, paddling, horseback riding, fishing, birding, studying and planting native plant species, and acknowledging regional

The EVTA became a non-profit in 2011 and started work right away on building a trail to Stone Mountain on the Elkin & Alleghany Railroad bed. It turns out this railroad bed overlaps the route of the Mountains-to-Sea-Trail (MST), The Overmountain Victory Trail, and the Yadkin River Trail. It also links with the Appalachian Trail. At present, the EVTA is the Task Force Leader for the MST’s Segment 6 which connects Stone Mountain and Pilot Mountain state parks.

Since formation in 2011, the EVTA has averaged 3,000 to 5,000 volunteer hours per year. Work includes building trails and bridges, rediscovering our local history, creating trail art, sponsoring birding and wildflower activities, hosting paddle events with the Yadkin Riverkeeper, and partnering with the Yadkin Valley Trail Riders Club. We have created fundraisers, including the annual Insane Terrain 5K run, the Yadkin Valley Tour de Vino bicycle ride, the Bridge Boogie, and the Duck & Turtle Regatta.

We’ve also participated in multiple Vineyard Stomps with the Surry Winery Association.

The following is a short list of some of EVTA’s notable successes since our inaugural year:

140-ft bridge on the E & A Rail-Trail and Mountains to Sea Trail in Elkin. history along the trails. EVTA has a long-standing partnership with local citizens and Friends of the Elkin Creek to improve fish habitat and water quality by reducing pollution and turbidity. In 2013 the Elkin Creek was designated as a North Carolina Hatchery-supported trout stream.

The EVTA grew out of a committee of volunteer citizens called Vibrant Elkin that formed in 2011. Participants, past and current, come from Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin Counties.

The partnership is also extended to Alleghany County via the Alleghany Sparta Trail Association (ASTA) that formed after meeting with the EVTA. The Town of Elkin and its Parks and Recreation Department, as well as the county commissioners and staffs of Surry and Wilkes counties, have also been supportive.

EVTA leaders work closely with town and county commissioners to help them stretch tax dollars through volunteer labor, donations, materials, and planning and development of regional trails. The EVTA’s founding vision sought to grow local economies by attracting new citizens, businesses, and visitors through the promotion of wellness and the great outdoors.

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• 2012: Researched, documented, and printed “Elkin & Alleghany Railroad Revisited” a 74-page history of the railroad that is sold to help fund activities.

• 2013: Researched regional Daniel Boone history, discovering that in 1921 a Daniel Boone Arrowhead Highway marker was intended for Elkin. The EVTA bought a 4,000-pound granite block, had it knapped into an arrowhead and installed it near the originally intended location.

• 2014: Built the first section of the E & A Rail-Trail and placed 18 multi-modal, QR-coded, historical & wildlife markers alongside the trail.

• 2014: At Elkin’s Municipal Park E & A trailhead, installed a steel art sculpture of the E & A smokestack donated by artist John McComb.

Trail entry Railroad Smokestack sculpture

out & about • 2015: Installed on the trail an art sculpture by artist Chazz Elstone.

• 2014, 2017: Installed two trail gongs designed by Bob Hillyer.

• Throughout this time the EVTA participated in building and maintaining 16 miles of granite dust and natural trail.

The EVTA has also worked with Yadkin Valley Rotary Club on two grants for emergency rescue location signs, Peace Benches and trail; completed multiple Walmart grants for materials; accepted an anonymous grant of $30,000 for bridge construction; and completed a $20,000 Jaycee grant for the Elkin Creek Mountain Bike Trail entry and bluff ride.

• Added 18 native species identification signs along the trail.

• Added multiple trail signs, kiosks, and wayside signs.

• Helped initiate the Town of Elkin’s purchase of 3.1 acres in town for the Elkin Heritage Art & Trails Center, now under construction.

Happy volunteer crew

The EVTA has received multiple grants and worked with the Elkin Tourism Development Authority, Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce, and more than 75 businesses.

MST walk over Wells Knob photo

• $18,500 for an 85-foot culvert and rail bed improvement

We are honored to have worked with six Eagle Scouts on projects including a kayak and canoe rack, multiple permanent trail benches, two rest and rain shelters, a 20-square-foot viewing deck with stainless steel railings, wooden safety fences, plantings and a 40-foot bridge over Grassy Creek. In May 2017, 53 Laurel District Scouts and Scouters worked on a new trail section in one day.

Over three years the EVTA received three grants from The Winston-Salem Foundation, totaling $20,000, for a picnic area with five tables, a trash collection system; 550 feet of municipal trail; heavy machinery work and materials for part of the Elkin Creek Mountain Bike Course. The EVTA raised $50,000 in matching money for these grants.

The EVTA has been delighted to work with Elkin High School to build a 40-foot-long set of steps down to Elkin Creek.

We’ve also assisted their Project Development class as well as their Interact and Beta Clubs. Elkin Middle School is another EVTA partner, working with us on trail repair, rock stacking, weeding and seeding, and the construction of a wayside totem.

In 2013 the EVTA was awarded a Lowes Foundation grant for $25,000 to help with a 140-foot bridge and raised the remaining $200,000 for this bridge and associated trail.

Over the past four years, the EVTA has built and/or installed everything from birdhouses to bridges – including a 178-foot bridge, along with numerous smaller bridges and walkways.

In 2014 and 2017 the EVTA completed two Federal RTP Grant projects administered by the N.C. State Parks and Recreation Division, and raised over $160,000 in matching money for the following grants: • $200,000 for a 178-foot bridge

Updates on open sections of trail for hiking, biking, and soon horseback riding from Devils Garden Overlook in Stone Mountain toward Elkin, can be viewed on the EVTA website.

The EVTA distributes a monthly newsletter via Constant Contact to more than 1,600 members and maintains a website and Facebook page with nearly 2,000 fans. The EVTA hosts a weekly Trails Talk radio program on WIFM (100.9 FM) in Elkin and has been featured in other local and regional media including the Elkin Tribune, WXII News, public radio and TV, and NC Wildlife Magazine.

Grassy Creek Bridge under construction 2015 In 2015 the EVTA was awarded a Jandy Ammons grant for $10,000 for a 1.33-acre wildlife meadow, native species walk, and flora and fauna trail signage.

To learn more about the EVTA: http://elkinvalleytrails.org https://www.facebook.com/ElkinValleyTrails To contact the EVTA: http://elkinvalleytrails.org/contact SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue • 19

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Surry Outdoors! Things

to do outside in Surry County and the surrounding area Ararat River Greenway Trail Mount Airy’s Ararat River Greenway is a paved 2.2-mile trail from Riverside Park. The Ararat River has been restored and is perfect for watching wildlife, kayaking, canoeing, and trout fishing – or just sitting by the river.

350 Riverside Dr. Mount Airy NC Local Phone: (336) 786-8313

Blue Ridge Parkway If you’re looking for outstanding scenery and wonderful recreational opportunities, then the Blue Ridge Parkway is the place for you. It remains one of the most visited sections of America’s National Park System. Folks traveling its 469 miles find opportunities for camping, hiking, bicycling, golfing, wildlife and bird watching, motorcycle touring, fishing, and the most beautiful Autumn foliage display in the world. www.blueridgeparkway.org

Elkin “in Town” Trail – Elkin “tree sign” to Gong • • •

Trail length: 2 miles Difficulty: easy, level grade Surface: Sidewalk and granite dust

Grassy Creek Trail • • •

Trail length: 1 1/2 miles Difficulty: Easy to moderate Surface: Natural surface

Wells Knob Section – Mining Ridge Ch. Rd. to Roaring Gap Rd. • Trail length: 3 miles • Difficulty: easy to strenuous • Surface: Most natural surface, some gravel road Dr. Bill Blackley, EVTA Coordinator email: wjblackley @ gmail.com Phone: 336-835-4630 Elkin Valley Trails Association, Inc. PO Box 91 Elkin, NC 28621 elkinvalleytrails.org mountainstoseatrail.org

Emily B. Taylor Greenway Another Mount Airy favorite is the Emily B. Taylor Greenway which is a 2 3/8 mile paved, multi-purpose trail that winds along Lovill’s Creek and U.S. 52. There is plenty of public parking available for greenway access.

715 W. Independence Blvd.

Mount Airy NC Local Phone: (336) 786-8313

Fisher River Park Mountain Biking Trail

Elkin Valley Trails Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) is increasing the quality of life in the Elkin Valley by building and promoting a network of trails and greenways. These trails and greenways promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle, unique birding opportunities, and organized hikes for visitors and residents.

The Mountain-to-Sea Trail (MST) is a long-distance trail for hiking and backpacking that stretches across North Carolina from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks. The MST has chosen Elkin as part of the official trail route, making Elkin a trail town unique to the MST as the trail route travels directly along Main Street.

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Dobson NC, located just off Interstate 77, is where you’ll find Fisher River Park Mountain Biking Trail. In addition to its two rock gardens (good for climbing), you’ll find a 5.6-mile technical mountain biking trail with bridges, short climbs, a creek crossing, and long-double track sections.

There are also a few tight single-track sections and turns along with wide open single track sections – just to keep things interesting!

381 County Home Rd. Dobson NC Local Phone: (336) 401-8235

Kayaking on the Yadkin River Nothing is more enjoyable than spending time on one of North Carolina’s longest rivers – the Yadkin. Elkin offers a campground for overnight rest exclusively for paddlers along the Yadkin River. You can start your journey in Ronda, NC for a relaxing 3-4 hour float back to Elkin’s boat ramp

out & about in Crater Park or float from Crater Park to Rocky Forest River Run ramp (2 hrs), the Mitchell River boat ramp (approx. 6 miles or 2-4 hours) or further to Rockford.

Elkin Municipal Park: 336794-6478 www.whatsupinelkinnc.com/ adventure-time-things-to-donear-elkin-nc.php

Surry Scenic Bikeway Visitors and residents love the fact that Surry County has over 500 marked designated bikeways. Look for the Dobson-Elkin Loop, the Lowgap-Mount Airy Loop, the Westfield-Mount Airy Loop, the Holly Springs-Siloam Connector, the Rockford Connector, and the State Park Connector. You’ll enjoy the scenery because many of loops pass through Surry’s wine country and beautiful farmland.

Local Phone: (336) 401-8235 www.visitmayberry.com/category/recreation/trails-greenways

New River Trail

Virginia Creeper Trail

The New River Trail is a 57-mile long park that passes through four counties and the city of Galax, Virginia. The trail follows an abandoned railroad right-of-way beside the scenic New River. The Foster Falls area offers activities such as guided horseback trips; canoe and bike rentals; boat launches; gift shops; and a horse arena.

The Virginia Creeper Trail is a former rail bed that stretches 34 miles from Abingdon, VA to Damascus, VA. The Creeper Trail travels along the Whitetop Laurel River and up to its highest point Whitetop Station near the NC state line. It’s open year round for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Bicycle shops and restaurants are located along the trail.

176 Orphanage Drive Foster Falls, Virginia, 24360 Phone: 276-699-6778 www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/new-river-trail#general_ information

Pilot Mountain State Park Pilot Mountain has long been one of Surry County’s navigational landmarks. It also offers miles of trails, camping, climbing and spectacular scenery. The primary park area has always been the mountain summit. Pilot Mountain State Park also features an extensive trail network and a canoe trail section on the Yadkin River. For the more adventurous, rock climbing and rappelling are allowed on portions of the park’s steep cliffs.

www.vacreepertrail.com/

Westwood Park Mountain Biking Just outside of Mount Airy is the Westwood Park Mountain Biking Trail. Beginners and experts love this trail because it features a 5-mile mountain biking trail with lots of sweeping single-track sections. Bikers will find log crossings and a super-fast rolling downhill section.

1297 Galax Trail Mount Airy NC Local Phone: (336) 786-8313

1792 Pilot Knob Park Road Pinnacle, NC 27043 Phone 336-325-2355 / Reservations 1-877-722-6762 www.ncparks.gov/pilot-mountain-state-park

Stone Mountain State Park Stone Mountain State Park features almost every type of outdoor activity – camping, hiking, climbing, fishing, picnicking, horseback riding and more. There are currently more than 18 miles of trails, matched by more than 20 miles of designated trout waters. Stone Mountain Park’s campground offers 90 sites and expansive picnic grounds with shelters are available. Rock climbing is allowed by permit on the intimidating 600-foot granite face mountain.

3042 Frank Parkway Roaring Gap, NC 28668 Phone336-957-8185 / Reservations 1-877-722-6762 www.ncparks.gov/stone-mountain-state-park SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue • 21

out & about Banjos.” And, an interesting side note here… A year after the film’s release, a version of “Dueling Banjos,” by Eric Weissberg and Steve Mandell became a huge international hit. But there was only one problem – Weissberg had pinched the track from musician Arthur Smith, and failed to credit him. Smith sued, and won, and was awarded a share of the profits, and the credits of the film were amended to include him.

Bluegrass On The Big Screen

by Cindy Baucom

Go back and watch (and listen!) to these iconic releases again … while we wait for the next huge movie to feature bluegrass on its soundtrack!

There is something really special about sitting in a movie theater, enjoying the flick when all of the sudden … a bluegrass song comes through the surround sound!

Such was the case in 2001 at the Starmount Crossing Cinema in Jonesville when the movie I was watching, “Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?,” had many bluegrass and acoustic selections on its soundtrack. A few months earlier, I had heard about some friends recording some songs that would be used in an upcoming film. Obviously, Dan Tyminski, Jerry Douglas, Alison Krauss, Harley Allen, Mike Compton and the rest were excited about the potential audience the movie might have.

But, no one predicted it would gross nearly $72 million at the box office! The movie soundtrack, with the most recognizable cut by Dan Tyminski and the fictional “Soggy Bottom Boys,” received the 2001 Grammy for Album of the Year. With that kind of attention in the mainstream, bluegrass and other forms of traditional music gained a lot of new fans. But, “Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?” certainly isn’t the only movie soundtrack to give bluegrass music this kind of attention.

In 2003, “Cold Mountain” starring Nicole Kidman, featured a soundtrack that included songs performed

by Alison Krauss, Stuart Duncan, Ralph Stanley, Norman Blake and more.

And, once again, movie Cindy & Terry Baucom with Alison Krauss goers were hearing a style of music that so many of us here in the foothills of North Carolina can totally relate to.

Going back even further with the history of bluegrass in the movies, the 1967 release, “Bonnie and Clyde” comes to mind.

With a soundtrack that featured the music of Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs and The Foggy Mountain Boys, this is first time many were exposed to Earl Scruggs’ signature song, “Foggy Mountain Breakdown.”

And who can forget “Deliverance,” starring Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, Jon Voight and Ronny Cox? From this 1972 movie soundtrack, the world came to know the tune, “Dueling 22 • SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue

Cindy Baucom, Jerry Douglas and Terry Baucom

out & about of Mind.” Regional musicians Swim in the Wild, Late Night Special, Luke Mears and Tyler Hatley cover songs by Text EXPLOREELKIN Southern rock icons, to 22828 for weekly such as Lynyrd event updates Skynyrd, Marshall Tucker Band and 10 Bands Rock Reevestock Music Festival in Elkin, Aug. 4-5 Tom Petty. Friday’s also The 7th annual Reevestock Music Festival in Elkin sends summer festivities involve food trucks, out on a high note, Friday, Aug. 4, and Saturday, Aug. 5.

Phil Cook & the Guitarheels Reevestock 2016 drinks and dancing.

The Marcus King Band headlines Saturday’s concert at Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater. Singer-songwriter Marcus King For those who want to extend their experience to Sunday, describes his group’s sound as “soul-influenced psychedelic Aug. 6, the festival partners with Yadkin River Adventures for Southern rock.” Additional Saturday performers are Time Reevestock River Raft. The outfitter offers discounts on its Sawyer, Town Mountain, David Childers & The Serpents, two-hour float from Ronda to Elkin.

William Wild and the Corey Hunt Band. Genres include Reevestock tickets are $15 through June 30. Starting July 1, bluegrass, folk, rock, country and Americana. tickets are $20, or $65 for a four-pack. Hours are Friday, 6:30 “From the beginning, it’s been our mission to bring talented musicians,” says Sam Tayloe, festival organizer. “You might not know every band, but you’re going to enjoy them all. People know they can return every year and expect the same quality of music.”

Reevestock began in 2011, led by local folk-rock band Time Sawyer.

The purpose of the festival was to assist with restorations at the historic Reeves Theater in Elkin, where renovations are underway. Proceeds now support the Reevestock Creative Leadership Scholarships, awarded to two seniors each year, one from Elkin High School and one from Starmount High School.

p.m., and Saturday, 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Parking for Saturday’s concert is available at First United Methodist Church of Elkin, and free shuttles run to and from the concert.

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to: www.Reevestock.com. To learn more about Elkin and the surrounding Yadkin Valley, visit visittheyadkinvalley.com

The festival creates a family-friendly atmosphere with a kids’ zone open during daylight hours. Attendees bring yard chairs, blankets and hammocks. They relax and dance in the grassy lawn surrounding the stage.

“We want this to be a fun way to close out the summer for all ages,” Tayloe says.

Local restaurant 13 Bones serves pork, chicken and rib plates, and Lady Go-Go’s prepares vegetarian-friendly Mexican food.

Surry County businesses Slightly Askew Winery and Skull Camp Brewing pour wine and beer, and Call Family Distillers from Wilkes County offers moonshine tastings.

Reevestock kicks off on Friday night with the Downtown GetDown at The Liberty’s Coley Hall in downtown Elkin. The free evening of music revolves around the theme “A Southern State SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue • 23

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THE BROWER BRIDGE by Gary York Heading East on Hamburg Street in Mt. Airy, just beyond the Ararat River Bridge, on the left a scant 50 feet from the street edge sits the Brower Bridge, the last remaining evidence of Mt. Airy’s first industrial complex.

Confederacy, the Browers themselves were devout Union sympathizers. When General Stoneman’s Cavalry arrived, with orders to “destroy but not to fight battles,” most residents hid their possessions and provisions from the enemy soldiers. Brower, probably the wealthiest man in the county, let the Army know he was at their mercy. They bivouacked near the bridge in April 1865, helping themselves to food and drink all the while protecting Brower’s property. After the war, Jacob and John helped organize the Hamburg Chapter of the Union League to encourage the freed slaves to register and vote Republican.

With Jacob Brower’s passing in 1868, sons John and Thomas inherited a complex manufacturing and merchandising business. Steam eventually replaced water as the most economical means of power, and operations ceased by the end of the 19th century. Christopher Wrenn Bunker, son of Chang and nephew of Eng Bunker, the original Siamese twins, purchased the Map courtesy of the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History’s Website 930-acre Haystack Farm. The Brower’s first Jacob Brower and wife Mary came to town around 1840 from home on South Main Street, later known as the Robert S. Randolph County. They purchased a farm on Haystack Road Gilmer House, was razed around 1915 to make room for and 300 acres along the Ararat River, where they built cotton Mount Airy High School. and woolen mills, a tannery and shoe factory, a grist mill, a In 1998, the Mount Airy City Schools Board of Education sawmill, a box factory, and a general store. Power was generated purchased part of the Brower land on Hamburg Street for a using water in a millrace that started a half mile up the Ararat new middle school. Renowned local historian Robert Merritt River. An elevation fall of 12 feet from the race start to the shared the details of the overgrown Brower Bridge and asked mills greatly increased the water speed to propel paddle wheels us to protect the community keepsake during construction. and underwater turbines. Access to fast-moving water and a Since, several beautification projects have enhanced the area flourishing labor pool encouraged the Browers to develop the and the Brower Bridge at 305 Hamburg Street is virtually Hamburg site. intact after 175 years. Access can be gained through the The race or canal Mount Airy Middle School parking lot or from the Mount is estimated to Airy Greenway Bridge on the west side of the Ararat River. have been eight We thank the City of Mount Airy for keeping the area mowed feet deep and 12 and landscaped and praise the Surry Historical Society feet wide and the for its hope and vision to preserve our area’s legacies and bridge was built historical wonders. to facilitate the movement of labor and materials. A historical placard near the bridge shows the location of the mills and factories. The dry-laid keystone bridge Brower Bridge crosses as a gentle arc, rising a foot in the middle. A wooden frame was built in the canal and 8”x 12”x 48” granite slabs were laid on the frame. The last row of granite slabs in the center locked the slabs in place as the framing was removed.

The slabs, each weighing approximately 1100 lbs., were mined behind Mount Airy Middle School.

During the Civil War, Brower Mills furnished yarn to the Confederacy from October 1864 to March 1865, and mill workers were exempt from conscription into the Confederate Army. While Brower Mills was providing yarn to the 24 • SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue

Photo Circa 1870 from the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History’s Website

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Take a Break from the Interstate!

U.S. 21 Road Market 2017 JULY 28, 29, AND 30TH

100 miles of yard sales, sidewalk sales & special events!

Last FULL weekend in July Get more info at: www.takeabreakfromtheinterstate.com The U.S. 21 Road Market is an annual July cooperative endeavor in which residents, shopkeepers, restaurants and merchants host hundreds of yard sales, side walk sales, flea markets and community events.

Intended to spur economic activity along Historic U.S. Route 21, the 3-day road market is a multi-state cooperative endeavor spearheaded by tourism leaders from Virginia and North Carolina.

The U.S. 21 Road Market stretches over 100 miles on U.S. Highway 21 from Wytheville, Virginia, to Harmony, North Carolina. Join us in...

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simply delicious

The Sweet Life with Rynn Hennings

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heesecakes are a great dessert at any time of year, but they are especially refreshing on a hot summer day. Although cheesecakes appear to be complicated to make, with a simple recipe, you will find them to be quick and easy. Just keep in mind that all dairy products and eggs need to be room temperature and let the cake cool in the oven for the allotted time. Also, fruits, candies, or flowers placed on top can hide any cracks. Look in the ice cream topping section at the grocery store to find caramel and chocolate sauces, as well as other goodies to drizzle over the top.

Materials • 9-inch springform pan • Fruits and flowers for decorating (optional) Directions for Crust: 1. In a mixing bowl, blend together crumbs, sugar, and butter.

2. In a greased springform pan, press the mixture onto the bottom to an even thickness.

3. Chill the crust for 5 to 10 minutes in the freezer.

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NEW YORK CHEESECAKE

Preheat oven to 400°.

In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and light.

Beat in the eggs, vanilla, and cornstarch, only until thoroughly mixed.

Stir in the sour cream until the mixture is well blended.

Pour the cake mixture into the prepared crust. Rap the pan a few times on a counter to let air bubbles escape. Place on cookie sheet to catch any butter leaks.

6. Bake for 45 minutes. Then turn off the oven and slightly prop open the door to let the cake cool for 3 hours. Refrigerate.

Ingredients For Crust: • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs • 6 tablespoons butter, melted • ¼ cup granulated sugar For Cheesecake: • 2 pounds cream cheese, room temperature • 1 cup granulated sugar • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten and at room temperature • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 2 tablespoons cornstarch • 1 cup sour cream, room temperature 26 • SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue

Here’s a Sweet Tip Place a large flat casserole dish filled with hot water on the bottom shelf of the oven when baking a cheesecake. This will help prevent the cake from cracking during baking.

Lay a sheet of aluminum foil over the cheesecake when baking. This will prevent the top of the cake from browning too much.

Last month we launched a series to help you navigate the ever-changing social media marketing currents and suggested that, no matter what else you’re doing, video has to be at the forefront. It makes no difference what business you’re in, chances are you’re feeling the video pinch. Maybe it’s a TV ad or a product demonstration you’re tasked with producing. Maybe it’s a promotional piece for your board of directors … or just a simple testimonial for your website. The point is, current marketing trends are evolving at warp speed and video is in hot demand.

What to do?

The temptation is to outsource, and for those with big budgets and the need for higher end productions, it’s probably a good idea. Groups like North Valley Media can deliver turnkey service and leave you with a TV ad, promotional piece, or long form video that sizzles.

But if all you need are short clips for your website, Facebook page or YouTube channel, do you really need to hire outside?

Not really. At least not all the time. You’re better off to develop an in-house team to handle the small, daily video projects. If you learn the basics, you’ll produce content that connects with your best customers and gives you a leg up on your competition.

So what are the basics?

First of all, here’s what they aren’t. If you think you need lots of gear, crazy expensive cameras and a breakroom full of film school grads to operate them … think again. The latest iPhone is a better camera than Spike Lee used to shoot “Do the Right Thing.” It’s true. Look it up. Not that you should settle for a phone instead of a full-fledged camera. Just know that for only a few hundred dollars, you can purchase an easy-to-use camera that will handle all your in-house productions. We’ll break down equipment next time.

For now, let’s focus on a structure for producing your videos.

Pre-production, production, and post-production need to become your breakfast, lunch, and dinner of video making. Skip a meal and you’ll be weaker.

Pre-production is basically everything that comes before you hit record. This is where concepts are dreamed up, hashed out, and scripted. It’s when research is done, when shoot responsibilities are divvied out, and all the little details are considered. Skimp here and you’ll pay later. Improvising once the camera starts rolling is usually a bad idea. Don’t do it.

Production is what happens when the director says “action.” We’ll assume you’ve scripted what you want to capture on camera and your subject is well-framed. Anything else to consider? Yes! Nail these three things (or at least avoid making a mess of them) and your videos will stand out. Make sure your lighting, focus, and audio are good enough not to be distracting. We’ll talk about these three elements in more detail in a future article.

Finally, there is post-production. This is your chance to cut out all that stuff about yourself you hate, plus add music, graphics and text. Hopefully you planned well and got some supplementary b-roll shots to enhance the main footage you took. If not, here’s your chance to go back get some action close-ups. Remember, it’s more interesting to show than to tell. A-roll tells the story; b-roll shows it. And without it, you’re editing will become very heavy lifting. Don’t skip it.

And that’s it. If you will commit to a pre-production, production, post-production model, you’ll be ahead of your rivals. Next time we’ll share some tips and tricks to help you choose the right equipment and use it well. Don’t miss it!.

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simply delicious

by Carmen Long

A Summer Classic

Nothing says summer like fresh sweet corn. It’s a family favorite and so versatile. Corn can be grilled, roasted, steamed, boiled, microwaved and eaten straight off the cob or cut off and used in countless recipes.

Lengthy family discussions have occurred about the “right way” to eat corn on the cob. Side to side or around? Which best describes you? No matter how you eat it, just enjoy it. Follow these tips to make sure your corn is delicious.

Shopping Tips: Cool is key in keeping corn fresh after it is picked.

As corn warms up, the sugar in the kernels turns to starch so it won’t be as sweet. Ideally, corn should be picked the morning it is purchased. If you are shopping at your local farmer’s market, shop early in the day and select corn displayed in the shade or on ice for best quality and flavor. At the grocery store, select corn displayed in a refrigerated bin. Take an ice chest when you shop to keep the corn cold until you get home.

The husks on fresh corn will be green and tight. Pull back a piece of the husk to make sure the kernels fill the ear but are smaller at the end. Large kernels at the end may mean the corn is over ripe. Milky juice should come from a kernel when you break it with your fingernail. The silk on fresh corn is a light golden color, moist and soft.

Storage: If corn is still in the husk, leave it that way to keep it moist. If it has already been husked, store the corn in a perforated plastic bag. Keep refrigerated to help prevent sugar loss. Cook corn sooner rather than later after it is picked for optimum flavor. If you have more than you can use within a couple of days, cook the corn for two minutes to stop the sugar from turning into starch. Cool and refrigerate. Drop the ears into boiling water and finish cooking when you are ready to eat.

Preserving: Corn is one vegetable I like to freeze if I have enough space. Processing time for canning corn is so long that often the corn is brown and not very appetizing if it is canned safely. Whole kernel corn must be processed for 55 minutes for pints and 85 minutes for quarts at 11 pounds of pressure in a dial gauge canner and at 15 pounds of pressure in a weighted gauge. For more info on canning corn, please call the Cooperative Extension at 336-401-8025 or go to the National Center for Home Food Preservation at http://nchfp.uga.edu/index.html .

Freezing Corn: Freezing corn is much quicker than canning.

The instructions from the National Center for Home Food preservation are as follows: Preparation – Select only tender, freshly-gathered corn in the milk stage. Husk and trim the ears, remove silks and wash.

Corn-on-the-cob: Water blanch small ears (1¼ inches or less in diameter) 7 minutes, medium ears (1¼ to 1½ inches in diameter) 28 • SURRY LIVING July 2017 Issue

9 minutes and large ears (over 1½ inches in diameter) 11 minutes. Cool promptly and completely to prevent a “cobby” taste. Drain and package. Seal and freeze.

Whole Kernel Corn: Water blanch 4 minutes. Cool promptly, drain, cut from cob. Cut kernels off cob about 2/3 the depth of the kernels. Package, leaving ½-inch headspace. Seal and freeze.

Cream Style Corn: Water blanch 4 minutes. Cool promptly and drain. Cut kernel tips and scrape the cobs with the back of a knife to remove the juice and the heart of the kernel. Package, leaving ½-inch headspace. Seal and freeze.

Another way to prepare cream style corn for freezing is to cut and scrape the corn from the cob without blanching. Place the cut corn in a double boiler, and heat with constant stirring for about 10 minutes or until it thickens; allow to cool by placing the pan in ice water. Package in moisture-vapor resistant containers, leaving ½-inch headspace. Seal and freeze.

SUMMER GREEN BEAN SALAD This is one of the best salads to make when the corn is really fresh. The easiest way to cook just a few ears of corn is in the microwave. Cut off one end, microwave for 4 minutes, remove with hot pad – shake the corn out of the husk. (Tip: All of the silks should remain in the husk while cooking and you have perfectly cooked corn.) Even though the basil will get a little dark, this salad gets better the next day.

Serves 6: Serving Size: 1½ cups • Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes • Cool Time: 15-30 minutes Total Time: 40-55 minutes Ingredients: • • • • • • • •

1 pound (approx 3 cups) green beans, washed and trimmed 1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half 2 ears corn, cooked and cut off the cob 4 ounces (approx. ⅓ cup) ricotta salata or feta, shredded finely or crumbled 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup packed basil leaves, cut into thin ribbons (chiffonade)

Directions: 1. Cook the green beans in salted water until just done – do not overcook. Chill well (approximately 15-30 minutes).

2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, corn, and green beans.

3. Add cheese to the vegetable mixture.

4. Make the vinaigrette by combining the vinegar and mustard then add the oil in a thin stream while beating.

5. Add the dressing to the vegetable mixture.

6. Top with the basil and salt to taste.

Nutrition per Serving (Based on ½ teaspoon salt): Calories: 169; Carbohydrates 14 grams; Fiber: 3 grams; Protein: 5 grams; Fat: 11 grams; Sodium: 41 mg

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital Receives 2 National Awards for Stroke Care Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital has been named one of America’s Best Stroke Centers 2017 by the Women’s Choice Award®, a nationally acclaimed referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that Hugh Chatham is in the top 7% of 4,789 U.S. hospitals offering stroke care services.

Within the same month of learning of the Women’s Choice Stroke Award, Hugh Chatham also received notification from the American Heart/American Stroke Association that the organization had also achieved its highest stroke care honor, earning the designation, “Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus.”

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. The American Heart and Stroke Association uses these quality measures to help hospital teams follow the most up-to-date, evidencebased guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. “Timely diagnosis and proper, efficient care is vital to preventing disability and improving chances of recovery,” said Emily Parks, Director of the Hospital’s Primary Stroke Center. “Our stroke team comes together for each case with the most seamless, quality stroke care available anywhere. We are extremely proud of our team for receiving these honors.” To learn more about the Hugh Chatham Primary Stroke Center, visit our website at www.hughchatham.org.

Hugh Chatham is a not-for-profit community health care network of physician clinics and an 81-bed acute care hospital that delivers a seamless and convenient health care experience to communities in the Yadkin Valley and foothills region of North Carolina and Southwest Virginia. Employing more than 800 staff members, Hugh Chatham includes a medical group of more than 50 providers who provide patient-and family-centered care across 24 locations and six counties. To learn more about the Hugh Chatham Primary Stroke Center and the health system, visit our website at www.hughchatham.org.

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sincerely yours Dear Sensibly Sassy,

Sensibly Sassy Dear Sensibly Sassy, I have a very controlling father-in-law who insists that we go on vacation as a family each year to the beach and rental house of his choice. We stay in the same dumpy rental house every year. I dread the annual vacation, and when anyone suggests a different beach house, he gets very defensive and angry. While he and my mother-in-law cover the cost of the house, it is very unpleasant and I can’t stand the condition of the home, especially now that we have children. My husband doesn’t like the house either. What should we do?

My wife is obsessed with her phone. She takes it everywhere with her and is constantly on her phone, even in restaurants.

I am starting to feel like the third wheel. I am dumbfounded at her behavior, because this is not the woman I married.

We used to have great dinner conversations and now, I get a nice view of the top of her head as she looks down at her phone during dinner. When I mention the phone and my feelings about her lack of interest in me and conversation, she becomes angry. I never imagined a phone would cause a rift in our marriage, but I am fed up! Am I overreacting?

Sincerely, The Third Wheel

Sincerely, “Beach Bummed Out”

Dear The Third Wheel,

Dear Beach Bummed Out, It is quite simple, take the control from your father-in-law and plan a vacation yourself, offer to chip in financially and upgrade to a nicer beach house, or simply don’t go. You and your husband are adults, and if you are willing to go and stay for free, you must also be willing to stay at the place of his choice. After all, beggars can’t be choosers. It may be a good idea to rent your own place or stay in a hotel at the same time as your in-laws are vacationing and spend some time together as you and your husband see fit. As long as you allow yourselves to take advantage of the in-laws’ hospitality, you must be gracious and thankful in return.

Sincerely, Sensibly Sassy

You are most definitely not overreacting. I cringe when I see couples sitting across from one another in a restaurant totally engaged in their phones and not each other. What is worse is to see people in your situation who have to sit there while watching the other person immersed in scrolling or texting someone else. This is beyond rude and disrespectful, and unfortunately, all too commonplace nowadays. Try having a serious conversation at home with your wife about her obsession, because that is what it is. If she refuses to acknowledge it and continues to ignore you, stop taking her out to dinner. Explain to her that you are not interested in sitting in a restaurant being ignored. Be open and frank with her. Tell her you miss her lively humor and wit during conversations. Ask her to leave the phone in the car, because you would love to hear her thoughts and opinions or how her day went. Hopefully, she will see that you are not nagging her or putting her down, but you genuinely miss her.

Sincerely, Sensibly Sassy Do you have a question for Sensibly Sassy? If so, submit it to sassy@surryliving.com and watch for a reply in future issues.

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(April 20 – TBA) Location: Dobson Square Park in Downtown Dobson ELKIN FARMERS MARKET: Every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

(April 15 – TBA) Location: Elkin Town Hall MOUNT AIRY FARMERS MARKET: Every Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

(April 18 – TBA) Location: Mill Creek General Store

DOBSON: UPCOMING EVENTS All events are at Dobson Square Park, 110 S. Crutchfield St Dobson, NC.

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GALAX (VA) FARMERS MARKET: Every Friday and Saturday from 9:00-1:00 (April 15 – TBA) Location: Farmers Market Square, North Main Street

MOVIE IN THE PARK - JULY 14 Come out and watch a free movie on our giant inflatable screen. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a showing of The Jungle Book. The movie will begin at dark, but come early to get concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT - AUGUST 1 Free hot dogs, chips, and drinks. This is a community event to interact with local law enforcement officers and emergency personnel. See emergency personnel in action with a staged accident extrication. Other fun activities for children.

END OF SUMMER BASH AND MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK - AUGUST 11 Come out and watch a free movie on our giant inflatable screen, and enjoy other free activities before the movie. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a showing of Moana. The movie will begin at dark, but come early to get concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase.

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BLUERIDGE BACKROADS LIVE Rex Theater, Every Friday Night at 7:00 P.M. SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN JULY 21-22 Virginia State BBQ Championship smokeonthemountainva.com

OLD FIDDLER’S CONVENTION - AUG 7-12 82nd Annual Convention - Felts Park oldfiddlersconvention.com

GALAX ANTIQUE FAIR - SEPTEMBER 9 Antique Vendors & Shops, visitgalax.com

FALL INTO ART - SEPTEMBER 23 Arts, Crafts & Music for Everyone chestnutcreekarts.com

LORD’S ACRE SALE - SEPTEMBER 30 Local Produce, Homemade Goods, Crafts galaxparks-rec.com FIREMAN’S PARADE - OCTOBER 10 Honoring Our Volunteer Firefighters AUTUMN DAYS 5K RUN - OCTOBER 21 galaxparks-rec.com HALLOWEEN BASH - OCTOBER 31 Downtown Galax, galaxdowntown.com CHRISTMAS BAZAAR - NOVEMBER 18 galaxparks-rec.com

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE - NOVEMBER 24-25 Downtown Galax, galaxdowntown.com CHRISTMAS PARADE - DECEMBER 1 Main Street Galax, visitgalax.com

PILOT MOUNTAIN: UPCOMING EVENTS

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Pilot Mountain Tourism Development Authority, 124 West Main Street, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041 PILOT MOUNTAIN FARMERS MARKET every Saturday from 2pm – 5pm 213 E. Main St HOT NIGHTS, HOT CARS CRUISE IN - JULY 1 Downtown – hotnightshotcars.com HOT NIGHTS, HOT CARS CRUISE IN - AUGUST 5 Downtown – hotnightshotcars.com

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1ST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH - FOOTHILLS ARTS COUNCIL has gallery openings/ refreshments.

1ST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH (spring – fall) FIRST FRIDAY FOOD TRUCK event in downtown, 11am to 7pm. Current location: Elkin Farmers Market.

2ND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH – Foothills Arts Council offers an ART HIKE downtown to various galleries/refreshments served.

EVERY SATURDAY MORNING APRIL THRU OCTOBER – ELKIN FARMERS MARKET 9am to noon. LIVE MUSIC most weekends. www.Elkinfarmersmarket.com EVERY 4TH SATURDAY, MAY THRU OCTOBER - ELKIN CRUISE IN ON MAIN STREET 4pm to 9pm.

FIRST FRI/SAT IN AUGUST – REEVESTOCK (at Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater) and the Downtown Get Down (at The Liberty)

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JULY

4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION – ELKIN MUNICIPAL PARK, sponsored by the Jaycees.

SATURDAY, JULY 8 – KIDSFEST at the Foothills Arts Council

DECEMBER

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OCTOBER 31 – TRICK OR TREAT ON MAIN STREET

1ST WEEKEND IN DECEMBER: OPEN AIR ART MARKET (Foothills Arts Council); Light Up Night (downtown).

2ND SUNDAY IN DECEMBER – ELKIN/JONESVILLE HOLIDAY PARADE COMMUNITY CHORUS – 2ND SUNDAY IN ADVENT (this has been going on 55+ years) SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH - ELKIN CREEK VINEYARD Holiday Wine Dinner

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MOUNT AIRY

MOUNT AIRY: UPCOMING EVENTS TOO MUCH SYLVIA - Thursday, July 6, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) JIMMY LOWRY CONCERT - Friday, July 7, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) PROFESSOR BROWER LECTURE, “CONVICTS AT LARGE” - Saturday, July 8, 2:00 pm Andy Griffith Museum Theatre, Free HOLIDAY BAND - Saturday, July 8, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE LEGACY MOTOWN REVUE - Thursday, July 13, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) ENVISION - Friday, July 14, 7:30 pm, Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE - Saturday, July 15, 2:00 pm Andy Griffith Playhouse, $6 (or pass)

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TRAVIS FRYE & BLUE MOUNTAIN with guest band - Saturday, July 14, 7:30 pm Historic Earle Theatre, $7 (or pass) LIQUID PLEASURE - Thursday, July 20, 7:30 pm, Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) BETTY LYNN AND ANDY GRIFFITH MUSEUM - Friday, July 21, 12:30-3:30 pm Andy Griffith Museum, $6 THE FANTASTIC SHAKERS - Friday, July 21, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE CATALINAS - Saturday, July 22, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) RYAN PINO: SIAMESE TWINS PRESENTATION - Friday, July 28, 7:30 pm Andy Griffith Museum Theatre, Free NORTH TOWER BAND - Friday, July 28, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) OKLAHOMA! (Live Theatre) - Saturday, July 29, 7:30 pm, Sunday, July 30, 3:00 pm, Monday, July 31, 7:30 pm, Andy Griffith Playhouse, $16 GARY LOWDER & SMOKIN’ HOT -Friday, August 4, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass)

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AUGUST

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