Surry Living May 2017

MUSIC FESTIVAL SPECIAL EDITION!

Surry

May, 2017

In this Issue

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FEATURED SECTIONS

HOME & GARDEN p. 10 * MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT p. 16 * FOOD & HEALTH p. 21 * NEWS & INFO p.24 10 Summer Color: What is

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12 The Vintage Southern

Homemaker: Gloria Brown shares memories from the clothesline

15 The Garden Diva: A life

change I never saw coming.

16 Social Media: Why your

business should embrace social media—and how to keep it simple 17 Explore Elkin: An

interview with GNB CEO Jeff Eidson on Elkin’s new initiative and the results of its kick-off event.

13 This Little Light of Mine:

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18 They Ain’t Just Fiddlin’

Around: The amazing longevity of local area bluegrass festivals and upcoming schedules

20 Knee-Deep in Bluegrass:

Cindy Baucom brings her radio show to Surry Living and this month she’s featuring Wesley Easter’s Eastwood Recording Studio 21 The Sweet Life: Tips,

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CONTRIBUTORS

Mark Cartner

Terri Maurer

Gloria Brown

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.

Joanna Radford

Carmen Long

Larry VanHoose

Rynn Hennings

Joanna Radford is the Commercial and Consumer Horticulture Agent for the NC Cooperative Extension in Surry Count 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 is a consultant for Southern Living at Home and 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. She began her career in Aiken, SC, as a newspaper reporter writing feature articles about food, living, and the arts.

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Laura Pack 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 the Yadkin County, NC, where she teaches high school English literature.

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. His 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.

Cindy Baucom Cindy is a resident of Elkin, NC and hosts the nationally syndicated radio show, Knee-Deep In Bluegrass. TV production is currently underway by North Valley Media. Cindy also serves as emcee of many major music festivals annually throughout the southeastern United States. For more information, contact: cindy@kneedeepinbluegrass.com

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SUMMER COLOR What is not to love about daylilies? They are adaptable and vigorous perennials that survive with little care in the typical garden. The novice gardener can find success with the daylily.

by Joanna Radford

Daylilies belong to the genus Hemerocallis The Greek word is made up of hemera meaning day and kallos meaning beauty which is appropriate, since each flower lasts only one day. While single flowers are short lived, established daylily clumps may produce 200-400 flowers in a season. Their bloom time extends from early to late summer. Each plant blooms for 30-40 days.

There are numerous cultivars available. It is possible to have continuous blooms throughout the heat of the summer.

Daylilies grow well in most soils, are drought tolerant, and are relatively pest free. These colorful bloomers can be grown in full sun or light shade. The darkercolored cultivars should be protected from strong afternoon sun that may fade the petals.

The versatile daylily can be used in shrub borders and in perennial beds to add color to the landscape during the summer months. They also make excellent ground cover on slopes because their roots will hold against erosion once established.

The smaller daylily cultivars can be planted in containers.

These prolific flowers can be planted almost any time the soil can be worked. The soil should be tilled deeply before planting.

Well-rotted manure or compost can be worked into the soil to help provide organic matter.

Annual fertilizer applications should be applied based on a soil test available through your local North Carolina Cooperative Extension Center to help promote more flowers.

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A spring application of manure or compost is beneficial each year.

Dig a hole large enough for the roots without bending or crowding them.

The best time to plant daylilies is during early fall or early spring when soil temperatures are moderate. However, daylilies will tolerate planting during any time of the year. Planted daylilies should be spaced 18 to 24 inches apart. The plant should set so that the crown (point where roots and foliage meet) is no deeper than 1 inch below the surface of the soil. After planting, water plants thoroughly and continue to deep soak them at least weekly until established. Although daylilies are drought-tolerant once established, consistent watering while budding and flowering produces better-quality flowers. Mulching will help to conserve moisture in the soil for the daylilies and controls weeds.

Little maintenance is required for daylilies, but some grooming during the year will keep them looking their best. Remove spent blooms and seedpods after flowering to promote more flowers. The flower stalks should be cut close to ground level as soon as all the flowers on the flower stalk are finished blooming. Remove dead foliage from plants as they die back

home & garden in the fall. Dividing daylilies is not necessary but it may revitalize flowering if plants become crowded. It is also a great way to increase daylilies in the landscape.

Dividing daylilies is best done after flowering.

There are more than 35,000 daylilies officially names, registered, and marketed. They are available in numerous colors, shades, color combinations, and fragrances. Daylilies also are available as semi-evergreen and evergreen cultivars. There are cultivars that re-bloom. It can be overwhelming trying to pick out a cultivar. Gardening books on daylilies can be helpful sources of information. The American Hemerocallis Society is also a great resource. They give the Stout Medal every year to daylily cultivars of superior quality. Reviewing the list of past Stout Medal cultivars could provide some guidance in selecting a cultivar that you will enjoy years to come.

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by Gloria Brown

It’s funny the things we wind up remembering. Big events we expect to remember, but the little, incidental moments can take us by surprise. The ordinary tasks of our daily lives are not the things we often set out to remember, but then suddenly there they are—simple and sweet. It is odd what the mind captures, and what it just lets fade away.

Of all the things I remember, I recall a chore I thoroughly enjoyed that has now passed from my household life. I miss it.

I really do. I loved hanging laundry out on the line.

I had a momma and two grandmothers (Ma and Grandmother Brown) that took hanging laundry to an art form. You did not march out there and just start slinging clothes onto the line. Oh no. There were procedures for every piece you were to hang out. I learned the protocols standing out there beside them. And when I had my own household and clothesline, my children went out there with me. My children were invaluable at the line. Clean little hands helped by handing me the next article to hang, along with the clothespins. And they were excellent basket scooters!

The location of the clothesline itself was a carefully thought out proposition. Three lines strung between two sturdy “T” poles, it could not be near any trees or powerlines where birds might perch. It had to be located far from the dirt road and in as inconspicuous a place as possible.

Washing clothes was too hard of a job to slack off at the drying process. The lines always required cleaning with a wet rag before we began. I remember Momma holding me up to run the rag down the line. I also remember holding my little boy up and laughing as we raced down the line with him clinging to the rag.

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Momma, Ma, and Grandmother Brown all agreed that every piece of clothing needed a shake and crisp snap before hanging.

Spacing the articles just right was also crucial because you did not want to run out of line before you ran out of laundry.

Momma taught me that timing was important. You did not leave clothes out overnight or leave wash hanging out when company was coming. Ma taught me to hang underwear on the middle line; you didn’t want your “step ins” hanging out front for all the world to see.

Grandmother Brown taught me to hang heavy items closer to the poles to keep the lines from sagging. Saggy clotheslines, she said, were probably a sign of laziness and showed a lack of pride. If you know anything about my family, you know this: call us anything, but do not call us lazy! And in that line of reasoning, I learned you do not leave clothespins on empty lines. They had a bag and you had better keep them in it.

If I ever wanted a good wearing out, I had only to ride my tricycle back and forth under the sheets on the line. That, or try a game of hide and seek with my cousins--boy, would that get me some real attention.

Yes, I do miss hanging laundry out on the line. It is where I learned about my family, who we were and what we believed.

I heard Bible stories and funny stories. I got household tips and life lessons. And it’s where I passed on clothesline wisdom to my children.

Where I live now I can’t have a clothesline. I miss running out to the line and grabbing clothes before a storm. I miss the smell of laundry dried in the sun and wind. But most of all I miss my Momma being young and strong. I miss my Ma and my Grandmother Brown. And oh my goodness, how I miss my babies.

Who would have ever thought so much living and learning went on right there, at the clothesline?

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THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE

by Larry VanHoose

There’s just no good substitute for breathing (on your own)...

I’d been sitting in my hunting blind for about two hours when I leaned over to look out the right side window. I didn’t have as clear a view from that window as I did from the left and front windows, so I’d occasionally just slowly lean over and let my eyes rove back and forth along the woods and game trails over that way. That’s when I felt it, a warm gentle breeze that washed across my face; almost like the soft brush of lips of a kiss from the mountain itself.

I’ll be honest; you don’t get too many warm breezes like that in December in the mountains of Virginia. I relished the moment and let myself relax and enjoy myself. That’s when a thought rolled across my mind as I continued drawing in the clear mountain air, “There’s just no good substitute for breathing.”

As an asthmatic from my youth, I seem to appreciate breathing more than most. That’s actually why I jog regularly—I have to work hard at it to keep my lungs strong and working right. There’s no magic pill or potion that will do that for me (without serious side effects), but running allows me to be active, almost normal and has lots of other benefits as well. I think life is like that for a lot of us; whether it’s asthma or some other challenge you might face, there’s usually no good substitute for standing up on your own and doing the thing that needs to be done. God can and wants to help you, but like the invalid at the pool of Bethesda, he often demands that you “Get up! Pick up your mat and walk” (John 5:8).

What do you need to take a stand against today? Addiction? Apathy? Physical ailments? Debt? Fear and worry? Anger and frustration? Whatever it is, just take a moment to close your eyes, take in a long slow breath and then let it go just as slowly. Let your weakness flow out of you with that breath. Now take in another slow breath and ask God to help you to stand and walk. No one can do that for you. He’s willing and able, but it might just take a bit of effort on your own. Go ahead, breathe…

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THE MODERN COLLECTOR I have a passion for collecting. It began simply, with peanut butter glass, enamelware, and postcards. Then it grew to harvest tables, Hoosier cabinets, and other furniture. Something has always caught my eye, and my love for collecting has never wavered.

One of the first collections I began as a young teenager was McCoy flowerpots. Their cheerful colors, varied sizes, and multi-patterns drew me in immediately. The joy of searching for these little treasures and the surprise of finding them when least expected (at a steal of a price, of course) cemented my interest.

by Laura Pack

I was born into a family of collectors and passed this passion for treasure hunting on to my young son. His love of superheroes made Pepsi’s 1976 and ’78 DC Universe glasses the perfect introduction to the world of collecting. Now he enjoys finding vintage Ohio Art tin banks made to look like everything from baseballs to globes—he is adorably serious about keeping his change properly separated.

The time spent with Momma and Granny, searching for our own little treasures, is time I will always cherish. Anyone who collects knows it is much more than the mere acquisition of things. It is bonding with people you love and for many like me, passing along a part of who we are to future generations. When you receive that special piece of furniture, such as the oak rocker Granny Allred gave me for my son’s nursery; a quilt like the one my great grandmother Ma stitched from Granny Price’s clothes and feed sacks; or a simple knickknack like the German papermache egg my Momma gave me, you receive a blessing. All these treasures weave a cord through my family’s past and tether me to loved ones near, and some long-since passed away.

McCoy flowerpots have cheerful colors, varied sizes, and multi-patterns.

“All these treasures weave a cord through my family’s past and tether me to loved ones near, and some long-since passed away.”

So, what about those nifty little McCoy flowerpots? The history of McCoy Pottery is extensive and the brand is well known to collectors. Established at the turn of the 20th century in Roseville, Ohio, J.W. McCoy Pottery initially produced utilitarian ware such as mixing bowls, but soon began making art pottery.

Changes to the pottery’s markings through the years are an interesting aspect of the McCoy line, and only add to the fun for collectors. The mark I initially learned to search for was the McCoy mark used from the 1940s to 1960s and considered to be from the Nelson McCoy pottery line. I loved this particular line as a young girl because the colors were so vibrant and cheerful and the flowerpots’ fun designs drew me in.

McCoy pots span many eras with various lines of markings. It is likely many of you already have McCoy pottery and do not realize you have the start of a fine collection.

If you want to begin a McCoy collection, take time to stop in that cute antique shop you’ve noticed along your way to work, or visit a local antique mall as part of a day trip—and don’t forget that wonderful little treasures are often found at yard sales.

You are in for lots of happy adventures while you build your collection, and the memories you make are priceless. It is never too late to begin with an interest, which becomes a hobby, and grows into a passion that leaves you with cherished pieces for you to enjoy and pass on to the ones you love.

The J.W. McCoy Pottery established in 1899 used this mark, which initially promoted the line of pottery, not the company name.

The actual company name was soon included as well.

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These are marks from the pottery lines that include the McCoy name from approximately 1903-1910.

Some McCoy trademarks from the early 1900s were style numbers.

The Nelson McCoy pottery line used this trademark from 1936 until 1990.

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The Greetings from the Garden Diva!

I am in the middle of a life change I never saw coming. My husband, Matt,

by Terri Maurer and I made a big decision last summer to help his sister Teresa who lives in Texas. She has battled Multiple Sclerosis since 1975. Until a few years ago she lived with Matt’s parents, but they have passed now and Teresa needs someone to help her.

Since Matt and I have a few acres, we offered to move her to North Carolina and build what Teresa refers to as her “lily pad.”

Matt and I have built one house in 34 years of marriage and had no idea how to build another one. Thankfully, a neighbor offered to help get us started as we navigated through the sea of zoning requirements, permits, and sub-contractors. With his help, Teresa’s lily pad is now spreading out before our eyes.

In our county small houses like Teresa’s go by the boring name of accessory dwellings, and there are specific requirements for them. They must be in the back yard; they cannot be less than 600 square feet; and they cannot have their own driveway.

After extensive online research, I learned there is a big need for lily pads and that more and more people are adding them.

Following a thorough walkabout of our property, Matt and I found the perfect spot for Teresa’s new little house. There was just one problem. The perfect spot was my vegetable garden— the very spot I picked out 14 years ago while our house was being built. The garden was out of the way, yet close to the house and within hose-dragging distance from a spigot. Plus, it was the first thing I saw when I pulled into the carport. I really, really liked that garden spot, but its access to the existing septic line made it the perfect place for Teresa’s house. And, honestly, I am very happy to lose a garden and gain a neighbor!

“There was just one problem. The perfect spot was my vegetable garden...”

Nevertheless, Matt and I found a good compromise.

There is a section of lawn behind Teresa’s house that (with a little work) could be the home of my new garden. The only issue is a row of oversized Leyland Cypresses that are nearing the end of their lifespan. I have been hoping they would magically go away and now I have a good reason to terminate them. I have also been thinking it is time to incorporate a more formal garden style by adding a border of boxwoods.

All of this is very exciting! After all, who doesn’t love planning a new garden? Now I simply have to sharpen the chainsaw so there will be no excuses when I look at Matt and start pointing. And yes, I can already hear the Matt sympathizers out there saying, “Poor Matt.”

Trust me. He will be okay. I’ll put some Advil on the counter next to his breakfast.

Until next time, Happy Gardening!

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SL: How did the kick-off event in March turn out?

For more than a century, the town of Elkin made blankets.

Comfortable, cozy, woolen Chatham Blankets. The local textile mill employed more than 3,000 workers. The town buzzed with energy. But times change. Chatham Manufacturing was sold, and then sold again…and now, the old buildings, once teaming with life, stand empty.

Eidson: Fantastic! A huge crowd turned out at The Liberty and we got the conversation started. We talked about downtown revitalization via new events, new housing, redevelopment and more. The idea was to introduce the community to the concepts and hope they’ll continue the conversation throughout the community--around the water coolers, over lunch, at the family dinner table, wherever.

Enter Explore Elkin.

Jeff Eidson, Elkin native and owner of G&B Energy, is the chair of the Explore Elkin committee. The group is tasked with breathing new energy into the ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown district while expanding on the exciting tourism attractions created by our area’s wineries and trail systems.

In each issue of Surry Living Magazine, the committee will lay out its vision and update our readers on the progress being made toward downtown revitalization. A weekly radio show with Gary York on 100.9 WIFM will feature a conversation focused on the Explore Elkin movement and have guest speakers discuss upcoming projects and events in Elkin. We encourage you to contact Explore Elkin with your questions and suggestions. They welcome your input. You can send your ideas and suggestions to exploreelkin@gmail.com.

SL: Mr. Eidson, tell us when the committee began meeting and what you’ve been working on.

Eidson: Mayor Sam Bishop launched the committee in January and we spent our first couple of meetings coming up with a name, discussing ideas, and planning the community launch event held on March 30.

A large, engaged crowd attended the Explore Elkin kick-off event

SL: Are there any events already in the works?

Eidson: As a matter of fact on May 5, we’ll be kicking off our Food Truck Fridays at the Elkin Farmers Market. Food Truck Fridays will be held the first Friday of each month through September.

We are also starting a Live at Five music series on Thursday May 18th. These Live at Five events will continue every other Thursday through September 21st at the Elkin Farmers Market.

SL: So why Explore Elkin?

Eidson: We discussed several names before Dan Butner (with the Foothills Arts Council) late in the process threw out Explore Elkin and we knew that was the perfect name.

Musicians perform at the Explore Elkin kick off

Explore Elkin will also be working with existing restaurants and downtown venues to host regular music offerings.

Plans are underway for Al Fresco Farmto-Table dining events at the Farmers Market and we are looking into having outdoor family movie nights and a monthly Arts on Main series to allow local artists to promote their creations on Saturday mornings.

SL: Why so perfect?

SL: Wow. Sounds like your plate is full! Best of luck with everything, and please keep us informed.

Eidson: Because Explore Elkin describes our mission. It challenges us as a community to examine who we are, to consider our history, to take stock of our current challenges and opportunities and to dream of a vision for our future. It

Eidson: We are so busy, but so excited! Thanks for the forum to share with your readers and we look forward to keeping everyone up to date on all that is happening in Elkin!

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music & entertainment

by Mark Cartner

They Ain’t Just Fiddlin’ Around

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n 1935, Galax Moose Lodge #733 needed a hook for a fundraiser and The Old Fiddlers’ Convention was born. That first year, a newspaper described the Convention’s purpose as being “To keep alive the memories of days gone by and make it possible for people today to enjoy the tunes of yesterday.”

This August, the Convention convenes for the 82nd time (they skipped a year during WWII) and once again, old memories will be made anew.

The week-long event, scheduled for August 7-12, bills itself as the world’s oldest and largest fiddlers’ convention. It is no doubt the granddaddy of them all, and well worth attending—but it is only one of several worthy stops along the melodic roads from Galax to Pilot Mountain.

While this is not an exhaustive list of 2017’s musical events in our area, we’ve tried to highlight the events we think represent the best this region has to offer. From the first week of May to the start of fall, we’ll point you in the direction of the festivals and shows we think are worth a visit by anyone in search of an authentic, traditional music experience. To keep it simple, we’ve grouped the events by region, starting in Galax, then moving south to Elkin before finishing in Mount Airy—and everything is listed chronologically within each region. Finally, we’ve included a “Best of the Rest” list to give our intrepid music fans a few more options that are off the beaten path.

So take in one or all—and if you snap a few pics while enjoying the fun, we’d love to see them! Just email us a copy at info@ surryliving.com. We’ll showcase the best in future issues and online at surryliving.com. Travel safely, enjoy the ride, and delight in the music!

The future looks bright when these youngsters take the stage!

name: 82nd Old Fiddlers’ Convention description: Country and Mountain Music; Adult and Youth Competitions date: August 7-12 location: Felts Park, 601 S Main St, Galax, VA tickets: Purchased only at gate; $6/day M-Th; $10 Fri; $12 Sat; $40/All Week; children under 12 Free with paid escort parking: Available on site; Camping on site, $80/first come first served food: Vendors website: www.oldfiddlersconvention.com

♪ name: RexFest description: Celebrating the musical heritage of Galax and The Rex Theater; featuring The Stoneman Family and Carson Peters date: September 22 & 23 location: Outside the Rex Theater @ 113 E Grayson St, Galax, VA tickets: $20/day parking: Available throughout downtown food: Vendors and local restaurants website/facebook: www.galaxrexfest.com; facebook.com/ galaxrexfest

- GALAX name: HoustonFest 2017 description: Bluegrass and Old-Time Music date: June 9 & 10 location: Felts Park, 601 S Main St, Galax, VA tickets: $20 daily; $40/2-day pass; Children 12 & under Free; Advance tickets available online parking: Available on site food: Vendors website: houstonfestgalax.com facebook: facebook.com/houstonfest 18 • SURRY LIVING May, 2017 Issue

Sometimes you’ll hear the best music the festivals have to offer by just taking a stroll through the adjacent parking areas & campgrounds.

music & entertainment - ELKIN name: Elkin Roots Music Fest description: Traditional and Bluegrass; Shadowgrass, Jeff Little Trio, and Travis Meadows scheduled to perform date: June 23 location: Foothills Arts Council 129 Church St, Elkin, NC tickets: Free/$10 donation suggested parking: Free on site; food: Food and beverages available website/facebook: foothillsartscouncil.org/elkin-valleyfiddlers/ facebook.com/elkinrootsmusicfest

name: Merry-Go-Round description: Second longest running live radio broadcast of traditional music in the nation date: Every Saturday from 11 am – 1:30 pm. location: Earle Theatre, 142 N Main St, Mount Airy tickets: $6 parking: Free food: Concessions website: surryarts.org/main/displaypage.php?page=news/ earletheatre.html

♪ name: Reevestock Music Festival

description: Folk Rock, Southern Rock, Traditional date: August 4 & 5 location: Aug 4 @ The Liberty 222 E Main St, Elkin, NC; Aug 5 @ Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater 357 Ivy Cir, Elkin, NC tickets: Downtown Get-Down @ The Liberty/FREE Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater/$20; $15 in advance parking: Downtown Get-Down/FREE on site and throughout downtown Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater/Free parking and shuttle service @ 1st UMC, 340 Hawthorne Road, Elkin food: Vendors; craft beer, wine website/facebook: reevestock.com; facebook.com/reevestock

- MOUNT AIRY name: 46th Annual Blue Grass & Old-Time Fiddlers

Convention

description: Old-Time & Bluegrass; Dancing; Competitions date: June 2 & 3 location: Veterans Memorial Park tickets: General Admission, Cash Only at Gate; $10/daily; Children 6 & under FREE with paid adult parking: Free during the day; Minimal charge Friday and Saturday nights; Free shuttle service to downtown available. (check website for details) food: Concessions available website: www.mtairyfiddlersconvention.com;

- BEST OF THE REST Pilot Mountain Mayfest, May 12-14, Pilot Mountain, NC Held in Pilot Mountain’s historic downtown, this annual spring festival offers local craft vendors, food, music, & more.

To learn more: facebook.com/Mayfest-in-Pilot-Mountain

Nunn Brothers Bluegrass Festival, July 27-30, Mount Airy, NC: Festival to provide family entertainment and pass on the heritage of mountain music.

To learn more: nunnbrothers.com Blue Ridge Backroads Live at The Rex Theater, Galax, VA: Every Friday night at 7 pm WBRF 98.1 FM broadcasts live old-time and bluegrass music from the stage of the historic Rex Theater.

To learn more: rextheatergalax.com Highlighted Upcoming Shows at The Rex Theater in May: Mountain Faith Band, May 6 Musical Tribute to Willie and Waylon, May 13 To learn more: rextheatergalax.com

♪ name: The Voice of the Blue Ridge

description: Concert/Performance; Bluegrass; Early Country; Old-Time date: June 17 & July 15 location: The Earle Theatre, 142 N Main St, Mount Airy tickets: $7; Children under 12 Free parking: Free food: Concessions website: blueridgemusicnc.com/find-music/event/voice-ofthe-blue-ridge-at-the-earle-theatre SURRY LIVING May, 2017 Issue • 19

music & entertainment At age 11, he started playing electric guitar. By high school he began playing in local Rock bands. As amplifiers would fail, he learned to repair them. When he traded an old amp for a reel-to-reel tape recorder, his passion for recording was born.

He was hooked.

by Cindy Baucom

Wesley Easter’s Eastwood Recording Studio Nashville, Tennessee seems to be the destination for a lot of musicians and singers who decide it’s time for a professional recording. But, if you are from Surry County or the surrounding area, that is a trip that simply isn’t necessary. Because right in our own back door, just over the county line in Cana, Virginia, Wesley Easter owns and operates Eastwood Recording Studio.

Filled with state of the art audio equipment in its sound booths and Wes Easter at the controls behind the soundboard, a quality recording facility is literally only a few miles away.

Living in the Cana/Mount Airy area for about the past four decades, Easter grew up in Lambsburg, Virginia. As a boy, he played acoustic guitar and banjo. Easter credits a local musician for helping get him started on banjo: “I got into banjo playing from playing acoustic guitar with a local picker named Sam Bryant. Sam never played anywhere but his living room. He learned what he could play by watching the Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs Show on TV…and he was real good…showed me my first rolls on the banjo.”

“Sam never played anywhere but his living room. He learned what he could play by watching the Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs Show on TV…”

After purchasing a second reel-to-reel machine, he figured out how to bounce from one to the other to add more tracks.

Easter recalls his very first recording session: “I started doing recordings around ‘77-‘78 and Tim Frye (WPAQ Radio Announcer) and his band were the first group I ever recorded.”

Since the late 1970s, Easter has recorded countless individuals and bands, including well known Bluegrass artists like J.D. Crowe, Doyle Lawson, Tony Rice, Eddie Adcock, Paul Williams, Terry Baucom, Lou Reid, Jamie Dailey, Wyatt Rice, Alan Bibey, Adam Steffey, Sammy Shelor, Jim Mills and Barry Bales. Winners in both IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) and SPBGMA (Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association) have emerged due to the expertise of sound engineer and producer, Wes Easter.

So, if you are looking for a recording facility with all the bells and whistles of the fancy studios, choose Eastwood…

Go ahead—it’ll make my day!

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food & health SIMPLE CAKE RECIPE 1 box yellow cake mix (Duncan Hines preferred) 1 3.5 oz. box vanilla pudding 2 T sugar 1 T vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 ½ cups water

The Sweet Life with Rynn Hennings

Have you ever felt as though baking and frosting a cake is too much work or you don’t have the skill to make an impressive creation? Then you will love the “naked” cake. It is a big trend in cake making right now. This cake has less frosting than a traditional frosted cake and usually has fruit on it. Naked cakes are easy because they look great if they are less than perfect. They almost always have frosting between the layers and on the top layer, but it is up to you if you want to frost the sides. If you do, scrape the frosting until you can see the cake layers. In other words, it should have a bit of an unfinished look. Then pile on your choice of fruit on top. Use edible flowers or mint sprigs to “dress up” your cake. Naked cakes are all about a beautiful handmade look, and the only skill you need is your imagination.

Place dry, then wet ingredients into mixing box.

Stir on mixer’s low speed for 30 seconds. Then mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into two 9-inch, greased and floured pans. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Test cake doneness with toothpick. Let cool for 10 minutes, then turn out on a cooling rack. When cool, frost and decorate with fruit and flowers.

STRAWBERRY FROSTING 1 cup softened butter 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 16-oz boxes sifted powdered sugar 1 cup chopped strawberries Place butter and vanilla in the mixer bowl and mix until creamy. Scrape the bowl to ensure it is mixed well. Add strawberries. Then add sugar one cup at a time and stir until incorporated.

After last cup of sugar has been stirred in, turn mixer on medium and beat for 2-3 minutes or until smooth.

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f you’re short on time, but still want to make a special dessert, try a NoBake Cheesecake. As a special touch, serve as individual servings. Place in tall, clear glasses with iced-tea spoons or in small half-pint canning jars. As a mini-treat, put strawberry cream cheese in chocolate cups and garnish.

NO-BAKE CHEESECAKE RECIPE

1 package cream cheese (room temp) 1 cup chopped strawberries ½ cup plus 2 T sugar 12 Oreos, crushed 3 T Butter, melted 1 container Cool Whip Small slice of fruit, whipped cream, mint leaf, or decorative spoon, etc. for garnish

Here’s a Sweet Tip If you want to produce a beautiful naked cake, but don’t have time to bake, go to the grocery store bakery and buy a frosted cake in your chosen flavor. Then take a long spatula and scrape off the frosting from the sides exposing the cake, as well as any excess from the top, leaving a coating on top. Place berries or your fruit choice on top and around the bottom to decorate. Add edible flowers to finish your creation.

Sprinkle sugar over strawberries and set aside for 10 minutes.

Melt butter and mix with Oreo crumbs. Place in the bottom of each serving glass and set aside.

Using a mixer, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add vanilla and strawberries and mix well for 2 minutes.

Fold in Cool Whip.

Carefully spoon mixture into your glasses, dividing evenly. Add a dollop of Cool Whip on top of cream cheese mixture. Add a strawberry or mint leaves to decorate.

Refrigerate 2 hours before serving.

Serves 6.

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Celebrate Mediterranean Diet Month during the month of May by choosing Med instead of Meds. by Carmen Long

Include lots of beans and legumes. There are some great recipes which use beans as a substitution for meat. Not only are these delicious, they are good for our health and our wallets. Quinoa Pinto Bean Burgers are one of my new favorites. They freeze well and make a great lunch option.

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North Carolina State Cooperative Extension has a new focus.

For many years, Family and Consumer Science Extension agents have been promoting a low-fat diet for good health.

Sad to say after teaching this method for a long time, we still have individuals who are consuming too much fat and not enough of the fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lowfat items which were encouraged. May is a great time to try something different.

Nuts and seeds are a nice addition to recipes and salads.

The key is moderation. The recommendation is three small handfuls of nuts and seeds a week. Measure out your nut servings so you don’t get too much of a good thing.

Sprinkling a few on the top of your food gives you the yummy flavor without adding too many calories.

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Choose olive oil to replace solid fats (butter and margarine) and other oils. You can use olive oil in homemade salad dressings and even on your toast. Just put a little olive oil in your pan and toast the whole-wheat bread on both sides. The increased consumption of olive oil, up to four tablespoons per day while keeping within your calorie budget, is probably the biggest change in the Mediterranean diet over previous low-fat diet recommendations. Olive oil has healthy fat and it makes our food taste great.

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Replace salt with herbs and spices to make food taste delicious. Try growing your own herbs in flowerpots or around your home. It is a lot of fun to go outside and cut fresh herbs when you need them for a recipe and they make a huge difference in flavor.

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Meat Matters. Eat seafood at least three times a week and poultry at least twice. The recommendation for red meat is 2-3 times a month. This is probably a different way of thinking for some of us and explains why I tried the Quinoa Pinto Bean burgers.

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Moderate amounts of red wine are an option. Consume up to 5 ounces per day for women of all ages and men over 65.

Younger men can have 10 ounces a day.

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Physical activity is key. Go for a brisk walk for at least 30 minutes, 5 days a week.

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Limit sugar sweetened beverages and sweets to no more than 3 servings per week.

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Rarely choose fast foods or highly processed foods. By the time you eat all the foods which ARE recommended, you may not be hungry for the less healthy convenience foods and they won’t taste nearly as delicious.

Choose Med instead of Meds

The Mediterranean-style eating pattern incorporates the basics of healthy eating that are traditionally practiced in countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. Eating and exercising like those who live in this region has been shown to promote health and decrease the risk of many chronic diseases. Foods which you once thought as being too high in fat or unhealthy, including nuts, olive oil, olives and whole grains can be part of your every-day diet.

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Eat at least 5 cups of fruits and vegetables every day. The whole fruit or vegetable is a better choice than juice. An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but 5 apples a day would give you a stomachache. Select an assortment of fruits and vegetables and eat a variety of different colors. There are so many produce items to try. No one should be bored from eating the same things every day. Dark green leafy vegetables are especially good. Try collards, kale, turnips and spinach.

Choose whole grains often. When choosing bread and pasta, look for the word “whole” as the first ingredient on the ingredient list. Shopping for bread can be a challenge if you don’t read the label. Many breads look like a whole grain, but are wheat bread with added color to make them brown. Look for recipes that include oatmeal, quinoa and brown rice. Popcorn is a whole grain and makes a great snack.

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Purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, plan your meals and try out some new recipes. No time like the present to make some positive changes in your health. For more information, visit medinsteadofmeds.com.

food & health Fish Tacos with Avocado-Mango Salsa

Quinoa Pinto Bean Burger

These fish tacos are so light and fresh. Any white fish (e.g., pollock, catfish, grouper, haddock, halibut, rockfish, striped bass, or swordfish) can be substituted for the mahi mahi, so look for what is on sale. The star of this dish is definitely the Avocado-Mango Salsa!

Serves 4 / Serving Size: 2 tacos Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon ground cumin • ½ teaspoon salt • ½ teaspoon paprika • ½ teaspoon chili powder • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1 pound mahi mahi fillets • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 cup sliced avocado • ⅔ cup finely chopped peeled ripe mango • ¼ cup chopped green onions • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice • 8 (6-inch) whole-wheat tortillas (can be substituted for corn tortillas) Directions: 1. Mix together the cumin, salt, paprika, chili powder and garlic and rub over the fish.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil to a hot pan.

3. Add fish to pan and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until done. Remove from heat. Keep warm.

4. In a medium bowl, combine avocado, mango, green and red onions, cilantro, and lime juice to make salsa.

5. Warm tortillas over a hot pan for 30 seconds on each side or until warm.

6. Separate fish into pieces and divide evenly among tortillas.

7. Top with 2 tablespoons of salsa on each taco.

Nutrition Info per Serving: (Based on using swordfish fillets) • Serving Size: 2 tacos • Vegetables: ½ cup • Fruits: ¼ cup • Calories: 481 calories • Carbohydrates: 43 grams • Fiber: 11 grams • Protein: 28 grams • Fat: 23 grams • Sodium: 750 mg

No need to buy veggie burgers when you can make these at home with great ingredients. You can use the seasonings suggested or experiment with others based on your favorite flavors. These are great made ahead and cooked to order. They can be served in a bun like a traditional burger, crumbled in a pita, or on top of a salad.

Serves 8-10 / Serving Size: 1 patty Prep Time: 20 minutes; Cool Time: 1 hour; Cook Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes Ingredients: • 2 (16-ounce) cans pinto beans • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • ½ teaspoon ground coriander • ¼ teaspoon cayenne • 1 carrot, peeled and grated • ½ cup minced onion • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon salt (a little less if using taco seasoning) • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper • 1 tablespoon whole-wheat flour • ½ cup whole-wheat bread crumbs • 1 cup quinoa, cooked (use any type of quinoa) • 2-3 tablespoons canola or other vegetable oil Directions: 1. Drain and rinse the canned beans.

2. Cook the canned beans in water over medium heat for 10-15 minutes. Drain well.

3. Place ½ of the beans in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.

4. Add the spices and pulse again to combine.

5. Add the carrot, onion, and egg and process until mixed, the mixture will not be smooth.

6. Place the bean mixture in a large bowl and add salt, pepper, flour, bread crumbs, quinoa, and remaining beans. Combine.

7. Form into patties (form 8-10 depending on how large you want the burgers).

8. Refrigerate the burgers for at least an hour. Can be overnight.

9. Cook the burgers in a large skillet with vegetable oil over medium-high heat, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Info per Serving: • Serving Size: 1 patty • Vegetables: ¼ cup • Fruits: 0 cups • Calories: 141 calories • Carbohydrates: 19 grams • Fiber: 4 grams • Protein: 5 grams • Fat: 5 grams • Sodium: 382 mg

Source: Med instead of Meds for Better Health

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news & info

55

HIGHWAY 55?!?

by Larry VanHoose

If you didn’t know any better, you’d wonder why the hottest new restaurant in Mt. Airy wasn’t named Highway 52 because of its location? Sitting near the corner of Highway 52 on the south side of Rockford Street, Highway 55 is the newest location for a chain of casual restaurants taking the Southeast by storm. Founded in 1990 by Kenny Moore, Highway 55 had its first official location in Goldsboro, North Carolina under the name Andy’s Cheesesteaks & Cheeseburgers.

Eventually re-branded as Highway 55, the chain now has over 130 locations, with plans for at least 70 more, and is headquartered in Mt. Olive, North Carolina.

The new Mt. Airy restaurant is owned and operated by fellow entrepreneurs Chris Duggins and Jeff Stotler. Chris and Jeff have actually worked together for years, first at Pepsi where Chris worked Chris Duggins (right) and Jeff Stotler (center) for 24 years before talk with customers at Highway 55 in Mt. Airy leaving to start a Highway 55 franchise in Blacksburg, VA; Jeff also worked at Pepsi for 15 years before leaving and ultimately joining up with Chris for this new venture.

Operating under the philosophy of “servant leadership“ popularized by Robert K. Greenleaf, Highway 55 has quickly become a favorite destination of young and old alike. With its

sincere, helpful staff, they strive to give you great service time and again – AND to open the door on your way in and out of the restaurant every time! Specializing in fresh, never frozen burgers, Highway 55 still serves great cheesesteaks, chicken phili-steaks, fresh-squeezed orange-aid or lemon-aid, and the best frozen custard you’ll probably ever taste.

Highway 55 also has fan-friendly hours, open from 11:00 am – 10:00 pm Friday and Saturday, and from 11:00 am – 9:00 pm Sunday thru Thursday. There’s no need to worry if they’ll be open on a given day either; they plan to be open seven (7) days a week except Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, Easter Sunday, and on one “Employee Day” each year where they’ll treat their employees to a day of food, fun and inspiration.

Speaking of employees, Highway 55 has already made an impact on our county’s unemployment with just over 60 employees hired already!

The Grand Opening for this newest location will be Saturday, May 13, and to kick it off right, the restaurant will host a vintage car show, giveaways, food specials, eating contests, and local Radio Channel 98.1 FM will be there to emcee the event. The festivities will start at 11:00 am and will continue until everyone goes home! Come out and experience the warm welcome, friendly atmosphere, and great food of Highway 55 – and be sure to tell your friends and neighbors!

Here at Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries in Mt. Airy, we’re bringing a fresh All-American diner experience with never-frozen burgers, sliced cheesesteaks piled high on steamed hoagies, and frozen custard made in-house every day.

1015 Rockford St HOURS Suite 100 Sun–Thurs: 11am - 9pm Mount Airy, NC Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm (336) 673-0362

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Founded in Eastern North Carolina in 1990, Hwy 55 reflects founder Kenney Moore’s commitment to authentic hospitality and fresh food. Lunch and dinner is grilled in an open-air kitchen, and we serve you at your table—with a smile.

So come join us at Hwy 55 in Mt. Airy—we’re excited to see you!

news & info

Sensibly Sassy

Dear Snake Hater,

I have noticed that a lot of people of all ages blow their noses at the table in restaurants, family gatherings, and at parties. This is gross and I have a major problem with this from anyone, yet it seems so commonplace. Is it excusable to blow your nose at the table? What are your thoughts?

Unfortunately, many people in large or small workplace settings have “a charming snake” among them. You deal with him as you would any snake--find a sharp garden spade and chop off his head. Okay, that is not nice, and completely illegal. So, your best bet is to be cautious around him; do not engage him in any personal conversations and keep workplace interactions with him to a minimum. If you are in a situation where you have to partner with someone on a project, offer to mentor a newer co-worker to cut him out of the equation if possible. This will show your co-workers and boss that you are a team player who wants everyone to succeed. Now that you are aware of just who he really is, you should simply continue to be who you are and hope your co-workers and boss will figure him out too. You may not be able to out-charm him, but you certainly can outwit and out-shine him by continuing to focus on your job and working with your other co-workers successfully.

Sincerely,

Sincerely,

Blown Away

Sensibly Sassy

Dear Blown Away,

Dear Sensibly Sassy,

It is a rude and inexcusable action from anyone at any table. The rule of etiquette is that one should excuse themselves from the table to blow their nose. A person may dab at their nose to avoid a drip, but a full-blown episode is simply not the thing to do. Thankfully, we were raised to never do this at the table and have continued to instruct our children likewise. There is nothing like losing one’s appetite to a rude honker.

My wife and I have been married for twenty-eight years and are in our late-forties. Our children who are now 25 and 22 years old are both gone from the home. We are really feeling the emptiness of our home with no children or grandchildren. We thought we would enjoy this phase of our lives, but have found it surprisingly hard to adjust.

We have friends, but we don’t want to be so dependent on them or our children, for that matter, to keep us company. Do you have any suggestions for these two empty nesters?

Dear Sensibly Sassy,

Sincerely, Sensibly Sassy Dear Sensibly Sassy, I work in a place with a group of close-knit co-workers that I can’t avoid due to our small staff size. There is one particular co-worker who is constantly “stirring the pot” with workplace drama. He is very good at saying just the right thing and can really turn on the charm.

Needless to say, our boss is snowed and depends on his word and opinions heavily. I am honest and hardworking, but not especially charming, so if anyone disagrees with him or he feels threatened by someone’s job performance, he will go to any length to make me and other co-workers look bad. I will admit, I was charmed by him at first, but after being stabbed in the back and being made to look like I wasn’t pulling my weight on a particularly important project we were working on together, I found out just how conniving and manipulative this co-worker is. This is especially hard, because I work extremely hard and I don’t expect recognition or continual praise for doing my job. Unfortunately, this co-worker loves to have his ego stroked at the expense of his fellow co-workers. How should I deal with this charming snake?

Sincerely, Hates Snakes

Sincerely, A Couple of “Not-Quite-So-Old-Birds” Dear Sweet Couple, Many phases of our lives require unexpected adjustments and surprises. Embrace this time with your wife and start by looking for what is happening around you. It does not have to be anything on a grand scale. Pick out a town or city and plan a day trip. You never know what great cafe or charming store you might find. Think about an activity you have wanted to do, but never found the time for. Maybe consider local wine tours, dancing classes, concerts and performances, or even local art/painting classes. Visiting a nearby state park to go hiking and picnicking can be a wonderful and inexpensive way to see beautiful places and enjoy your time together. If you are feeling adventurous, think about the interests you two had when you were younger and create a bucket list! Go ahead and plan that trip to the Grand Canyon or Venice, Italy. No matter what your budget may be, there are so many great ways for you and your wife to have fun and enjoy each other without feeling dependent on anyone else for your entertainment. Be excited about this phase in your lives and truly embrace the endless possibilities.

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news & info

THE MOUNT AIRY VISITOR’S CENTER

by Gary York

The northwest corner of N. Main Street and Moore Avenue in Mount Airy, NC is The Mount Airy Visitors Center, a truly remarkable contributor of goodwill, regional knowledge, and endearing benevolences to our 75,000 annual traveling guests searching for answers for what, when, and where and also for some kindness. The Center is 15,000 square feet with spacious, clean restrooms, totally handicap-accessible, a 12-foot information and service counter with thousands of brochures, pamphlets, maps, a relocation packet and caring information specialists more than willing and capable to embrace each and every guest with answers, directions, and active listening. Generous curbside parking is available on Main Street, Franklin Street, and Moore Avenue.

The Visitors Center Headquarters, along with the Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce and the Tourism Office, occupy the former First National Bank Building, built in 1893 of majestic North Carolina Granite mined less than a mile east. In 1948 the Bank gifted a 4’ by 4’ square clock which is anchored in the granite at the corner, some twenty feet above the sidewalk. It faces due North, East, South, and West and is maintained weekly by a local watchsmith. The iconic city legacy and landmark matches well with the Center’s mission to serve, inform, and give. Below the clock on the front fascia, beside the front door, is a huge bronze plaque that simply states “Mount Airy Visitors Center.”

Our friends who strive to serve visitors who spend $116,620,000 in Surry County each year are Tourism Director Jessica I. Roberts, Visitors Center Director Jenny Smith, and Information Specialists Yvonne Nichols, Esther Johnson, Eleanor Atkins, Rhonda Cochran, and Bob Meinecke. Hours of service are Monday-Friday 8:30 – 5:00, Saturday 10:00 – 5:00, and Sunday 1:00 – 4:00.

Wife Charlotte and I have visited Centers in 48 states and we think our team of community advocates and ambassadors 26 • SURRY LIVING May, 2017 Issue

are exceptional. They answer a most high calling with care, compassion, empathy, and hope.

I enjoy spending time near the information table listening to guests’ questions and the answers we provide. The most asked question – “Was The Andy Griffith Show filmed in Mount Airy?” Although the answer is California, The Andy Griffith Show mystique continues to draw huge crowds because the good guys always win. Tourism Director Jessica Roberts came to Mount Airy in July 2004 and the Visitors Center opened in 2005. She states, “Our people love to serve. We are constantly learning, training, sharing unusual requests, and role playing. Recently a guest desperately wanted to have a Snappy Lunch Pork Chop Sandwich for lunch but would arrive after Snappy’s closing time at 1:15. One of our Information Specialists voluntarily and without hesitation went to Snappy’s, bought two Pork Chop Sandwiches, and kept them hot until the guest arrived at 2:00 pm. We are the face of Mount Airy, Surry County, and The Yadkin Valley and we choose to handle challenges with win-win solutions.

Our guest count has grown from 50,000 to 75,000 because satisfied guests are sharing our incredible servantship. A pleased guest will tell 10 friends about our servant hearts.”

Visitors Center Director Jenny Smith revealed she chose to study tourism for her Mount Airy High School Senior project after meeting mentor Jessica Roberts, who led her to pursue a career in tourism. “My career is a calling and fulfilling. Being here is so wonderful and brings great happiness. My days are filled with opportunities to give, share and grow!”

Yvonne Nichols, who honorably directed our Autumn Leaves Festival for 12 years and today works the tourist desk and does Bus Step-on Guide Tours, said, “We believe in our mission. I was drawn back for the fulfillment of mattering each and every day.” Information Specialist Rhonda Cochran shares her appreciation for “the excitement that comes with meeting new guests and with feeling the fascination of entertaining and pleasing children.

Young families bring fresh ideas and unique interests. I’m also grateful to be part of a winning team.” Bob Meinecke, who moved to Mount Airy in 2000, shared, “I lived in six cities and we have more to offer here than any city; our amenities are beautiful and our attractions rival a theme park. Last week I heard a young man say, ‘I wish I had been born here.’”

Best friends Esther Johnson and Eleanor Atkins have mutual excitement for their positions at the Visitors Center. Esther, a 14-year veteran, says, “I love to share the special benefits and assets of our community. When a guest says ‘We are making plans to come back next year’ I know our staff has touched a devoted recruit. I can’t wait to get here each day and I know

news & info our mission is reaching people.” Eleanor Atkins says, “I thank God every day for Esther’s encouragement for me to apply for my position – it was the best career move of my life. I hope to stay forever. Our guests bring me great joy and I’ve had 12 awesome years.”

Trip Advisor surveys indicate the top three Mayberry attractions are The Visitors Center, the Andy Griffith Museum, and the Squad Car Tours. Our Visitors Center’s winning appeal is reflected by team members who proudly wear nametags, always say “we” and never “me”, and they enjoy complimenting teammates who revel in hearing about pleased guests.

The energy generated by devoted co-workers inspires one-for-all and all-for-one!

Please promise to visit The Mount Airy Visitors Center at 200 N. Main Street and experience the vision and outreach of our seven Information Specialists devoted to sharing their incomparable servantship.

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DOBSON

DOBSON: UPCOMING EVENTS All events are at Dobson Square Park, 110 S. Crutchfield St Dobson, NC. FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK - JUNE 10 Maradeen, a Nashville based band will perform beginning at 6:00. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase from Putters Patio and Grill. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets!

MOVIE IN THE PARK - JUNE 16 Come out and watch a free movie on our giant inflatable screen. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a showing of The Secret Lives of Pets. The movie will begin at dark, but come early to get concessions. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be available for purchase.

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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GALAX: UPCOMING EVENTS Visit Downtown Galax, Virginia for all of these great events.

For more information: visitgalax.com • info@galaxva.com BLUERIDGE BACKROADS LIVE Rex Theater, Every Friday Night at 7:00 P.M. NEW RIVER TRAIL DR. ED DANNELLY 10K RUN - MAY 6, galaxparks-rec.com MEMORIES ON MAIN - MAY 27 Antique Car Show, clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/tcraaca HOUSTON FEST - JUNE 9-10 A celebration of music & service, houstonfestgalax.com CRUISIN’ & GROOVIN’ - JUNE 23 Car Show & Music - Downtown Galax, galaxdowntown.com SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN JULY 21-22 Virginia State BBQ Championship, smokeonthemountainva.com CRUISIN’ & GROOVIN’ - JULY 28 galaxdowntown.com NATIONAL NIGHT OUT - AUGUST 1 Downtown Galax - visitgalax.com RYTHM, BREWS & VINE - AUGUST 5 Downtown Galax, galaxdowntown.com OLD FIDDLER’S CONVENTION - AUG 7-12 82nd Annual Convention - Felts Park, oldfiddlersconvention.com CRUISIN’ & GROOVIN’ - AUGUST 25 galaxdowntown.com GALAX ANTIQUE FAIR - SEPTEMBER 9 Antique Vendors & Shops, visitgalax.com REXFEST - SEPTEMBER 23 Music Festival - Downtown Galax, galaxrexfest.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, galaxfire.com 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

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ELKIN, NC

ELKIN: UPCOMING EVENTS 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.

MAY 4 & 5 – MSTS TRAIL TOWN CONFERENCE, 222 E Main St Elkin, NC; Biennial conference focused on how trail communities and trail leaders can work together to make the Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) great for hikers and for the counties and towns the trail goes through.

3RD SATURDAY IN MAY – YADKIN VALLEY WINE FESTIVAL (Elkin Municipal Park); Tour de Vino in a.m. on Saturday; Friday night prior to festival is the HCMH Wine Auction and Gala at The Liberty.

FRIDAY, JUNE 23 – ELKIN ROOTS FESTIVAL, at the Foothills Arts Council.

Musical line up TBA. 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION – ELKIN MUNICIPAL PARK, sponsored by the Jaycees.

SATURDAY, JULY 8 – KIDSFEST at the Foothills Arts Council FRIDAY, JULY 28 - JULY 30 – TAKE A BREAK FROM THE INTERSTATE 3-day Road Market Fri- Sun. FIRST FRI/SAT IN AUGUST – REEVESTOCK (at Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater) and the Downtown Get Down (at The Liberty) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 – ALL ON SAME DAY •

Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival (downtown)

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Big Elkin Brewfest (at Elkin Municipal Park),

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Duck and Turtle Regatta (downtown)

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and this year the Insane Terrain (Elkin Municipal Park) will also occur same day.

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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The Yadkin Valley Wine Festival is May 20 in Elkin North Carolina’s thriving wine country takes center stage at the 16th annual Yadkin Valley Wine Festival on Saturday, May 20, at Elkin Municipal Park near downtown Elkin.

The festival celebrates the emergence of the Yadkin Valley as a premier East Coast wine region. Visitors can taste from more than two dozen wineries, including Elkin Creek, Shelton Vineyards, Grassy Creek, Jones von Drehle and Sanders Ridge.

Live music will be provided by headliner Phatt City, as well as Taylor Vaden’s Tribute to Elvis. The festival is family friendly, with craft vendors, food and other activities adjacent to the wine tasting area. Children also get to participate in a group grape stomp between musical events.

Hours for the festival are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and shuttles to/from local hotels will run throughout the day. Tickets are $22 in advance and $30 at the gate.

For information, call (336) 526-1111 or go online to www.yvwf.com

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Secluded Urban Mountain Bike Trail Debuts in Elkin A secluded mountain biking route with gorgeous scenery debuted this spring in the heart of Elkin, NC. The Elkin Creek Mountain Bike Trail encompasses four miles built in two phases. The first phase is a 2.5-mile intermediate loop, while the second phase is a 1.5-mile intermediate to difficult loop. A third phase will add another two miles by summer’s end.

The existing four miles are in old growth forests on cliffs above Elkin Creek, a large stream suitable for kayaking, canoeing and tubing. Even though the trail is within the city limits, the route is secluded with very few parallel runs.

“You don’t see a single house or structure along the trail. You’re totally in the woods, even though it is in the heart of Elkin,” says Bill Blackley, chairman of the Elkin Valley Trails Association.

The trail was built by the all-volunteer Elkin Valley Trails Association, founded in 2011. EVTA has nearly 300 active members and has constructed about 16 miles of trails to date. The trail head for the Elkin Creek Mountain Bike Trail is at the Elkin & Alleghany Railroad smokestack sculpture at Elkin Municipal Park. The park has restroom facilities and ample parking.

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MOUNT AIRY

MT AIRY: UPCOMING EVENTS THE MAIN EVENT BAND - Friday, June 2, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or season pass) MOUNT AIRY FIDDLERS CONVENTION - Friday-Sat, June 2-3, Veterans Park, Admission Free Workshops, - Friday, June 2, Sponsored by Grassroots Grant from NCAC MARSHA MORGAN BAND - Saturday, June 3, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE LEGACY MOTOWN REVUE - Thursday, June 8, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE MAGNIFICENTS BAND - Friday, June 9, 7:30pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) ART & NATURE FESTIVAL - Arts & crafts, storytelling, music - Saturday, June 10, 10 am, Andy Griffith Playhouse PROFESSOR BROWER LECTURE, “WEDDING BELLS FOR AUNT BEE” - Sunday, June 10, 2:00 pm, Andy Griffith Museum Theatre, Free THE ATTRACTIONS BAND - Saturday, June 10, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) BETTY LYNN AT ANDY GRIFFITH MUSEUM - Friday, June 16, 12:30-3:30 pm Andy Griffith Museum, $6 TRAVIS FRYE & BLUE MOUNTAIN with guest band Rich in Tradition - Saturday, June 17, 7:30 pm, Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE SELDOM SCENE - Friday, June 23, 2017 7:30pm Historic Earle Theater, $40 preferred / $35 orchestra / $25 balcony SUMMERDAZE PARTY BAND - Saturday, June 24, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) BAND OF OZ - Wednesday, June 28, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) ARTS ALIVE PARADE & FESTIVAL - Thursday, June 29, 7:30 pm, Andy Griffith Playhouse THE EMBERS FEATURING CRAIG WOOLARD Thursday, June 29, 7:30 pm, Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE TIME CLARK BAND - Friday, June 30, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass)

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area schedules 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) 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) GUMP FICTION The Ultimate 90s Music Experience - Saturday, August 5, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) FANTASY BAND - Friday, August 11, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass)

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THE LEGACY MOTOWN REVUE - Thursday, July 13, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass)

PROFESSOR BROWER’S LECTURE, “PRISONER OF LOVE” - Saturday, August 12, 2:00 pm Andy Griffith Museum, Free PHATT CITY -Saturday, August 12, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) BETTY LYNN AT ANDY GRIFFITH MUSEUM - Friday, August 18, 12:30-3:30 pm Andy Griffith Museum, $6 THE ENTERTAINERS - Friday, August 18, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) WILL JONES BAND (Country & More) Fri, August 18, 7:30 pm, Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) THE MAGNIFICENTS BAND - Fri., August 25, 7:30 pm, Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) MIDNIGHT ALLIE -Saturday, August 26, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 (or pass) LIQUID PLEASURE -Thursday, August 31, 7:30 pm Blackmon Amphitheater, $11 or Season Pass

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