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On the Cover Blue Angels team member Josh Wilbourne.

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FUN AND GAMES

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AREA EVENTS GUIDE

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THE SKY IS THE LIMIT

Shared Affection

By Larry Oldham

Business Promotion on Steriods

THE STONES UNTURNED Institutionalized Delinquency TAKE BACK YOUR VACATION and Escape to Philpott Lake

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By Todd Boaze

Leading by Example

by Dave Gluhareff

Jump Like You Mean It!

by Suzanne Stowe

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F RO M T H E E D I TOR Freedom wears many faces.

About a year ago, I decided to publish my first book. It was about the same time that I noticed a direct correlation between fear and freedom. With a growing self-publishing market, I had the freedom to get my book to the world in a matter of minutes. But I had questions. What if the book doesn’t sell? What if people do not like the stories I tell? Fear can inhibit your ability to be free.

I sat on the book for a long time before I published. I held off sharing my stories because of the fears (among others) that I mentioned above. Jim Morrison thought that the most important freedom is to be what you really are. Morrison also said, “Expose yourself to your deepest fear; after that, fear has no power, and the fear of freedom shrinks and vanishes. You are free.” Don’t let fear stop you from finding freedom.

No other month symbolizes our freedom like July. So, some of our staff would like to share what freedom means to them with our readers.

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-Larry Oldham

Freedom is the blessing we were born with being an American. Sometimes taken for granted here in the United States, it’s something many people throughout the world desire. President Kennedy once said, “The cost of freedom is always high, but Americans have always paid it. And one path we shall never choose, and that is the path of surrender, or submission.” Thank you to all of the service men, women, and families who are willing to stand, willing to serve, willing to sacrifice for the freedom we can all claim as ours.

-Moriah Davis Freedom can be defined in many ways.

Growing up in a nation founded upon freedom, we often take for granted the abilities and advantages we share as Americans. The freedom of speech.

The freedom of religion. The freedom to criticize our government and our leaders if we so choose. These are freedoms that most in the world do not have. If someone speaks out against Kim Jong Un in North Korea, they would likely be executed but in America, people speak out against our President every day. It is my belief that people have a Godgiven right to be free and pursue a life that they choose. That is what freedom means to me.

-Lee Vogler

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SHE SAID...

From time to time we have both Aren’t you cute? A man who has accused one another of having a over three-thousand friends on passion for something besides each facebook, a man who gets up first other. I think you accused me of thing in the morning, starts posting using facebook as the other person words of wisdom for all his friends, in my life taking time away from you and then comes in at night, gets on or as you called it “us.” In the past the computer, and starts posting I have said that you spend a lot of songs to his favorite music sites. time in the yard or in the house Sometimes you do this for hours.

PHOTO BY MICHELLE DALTON PHOTOGRAPHY working on your projects. I never A lot of the time you are doing get angry and every project you work on makes the house, it on MY computer, (so I had no other choice but to get car, roof, basement, walls, kitchen, carpet, and bathrooms a computer that I could use WHEN I WANT IT without look much better. I want to take a moment to thank you having to ask for it). Besides you have a laptop, a desktop for being such a dedicated wife and a hard worker at computer, and a tablet. I had no other recourse except to everything you do. get a tablet of my own, small enough to keep on my lap in bed, in the car, or anywhere I need access to information.

After paying you all of those compliments, I just have one Do you really think that a tablet could take your place? little, bitty tiny concern that I think I should bring to your I mean that tablet couldn’t wash the car, mow the grass, attention. It is the other thing in your life that has become clean the gutters, or polish the wood floors. Wait a minute, so important to you that I am really suffering.You shopped neither can you, ha ha. around for this new item that you just had to have. I thought, it is your money and your desire, so I’ll help you find I only got the tablet to entertain myself when you are at just the one you want. Well, we found it, you bought it, and meetings, playing on my computer, or you are too busy now it has started to take over our marriage. I think you fixing dinner. Oh, wait a minute, you never fix dinner either. know what it is. It’s that infernal new tablet. What has that You should be getting the picture by now. The tablet did tablet got that I haven’t got? Why do you spend countless not take your place; it only fills in when you are too busy hours on that thing when you could be spending countless to be with me. See how this works? You accuse and I justify hours with me, if you get my drift? You lie in bed at night by putting the shoe on the other foot. How does it feel playing with that little box.You even wear headphones so to be busted by a woman and her tablet? What you need you can play the music or hear funny quips you find on to do is add up all the time I spend on the tablet and add facebook. I am not jealous, but I am concerned. I am just up all the time you don’t spend with me. Then we can looking for a little more attention and less face time for truthfully see who is the champion of “shared affections.” you on the tablet, pretty please!

PS: My tablet doesn’t talk back.

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SHARED AFFECTIONS

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Business Promotion On Steroids

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Promoting your business is an ongoing task. A few take it to another level. Some are out of the ordinary to say the least. Take a look at what is around you. Every consumer product is branded with some type of logo. A few however, stick out like a sore thumb. It is like the winning team waving a victory flag after a close game!

Advertisers want to be noticed, and with today’s economic turmoil, some go to the extreme to get attention. In fact, these oddball promotions make a huge impact on their business.

Here is my top five of all time. #5. Sawmill Giant: A replica of Paul Bunyan stands handsomely holding its ax in one hand, while pointing the way to the sawmill with the other. The statue towers above 25 feet! The name of the sawmill is on its chest with a dark colored beard, hat, suspenders, blue jeans, and work boots. If you have trouble finding the sawmill, just look for big Paul Bunyan by the highway. Believe me, you will not miss it.

Todd Boaze

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Money management tips, small business strategies and a variety of other financial concepts.

Facts and information contained is not intended to provide specific legal, financial or tax advice, or any other advice for any individual or company and should not be relied upon in that regard.

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#4. Audio and Video Store: A 1957 panel van is outfitted with enough sound system to hear it miles away. But, buried beneath the speakers is a lift-away console, which emerges into a full surround sound theater. Once inside two people can sit comfortably and watch their favorite video on four wide screen television monitors. This incredible mobile entertainment center is simply awesome to see and hear. And, of course, their advertisement is beautifully displayed on the exterior. But, that is not all this fancy shop engages in for advertising.

Once a week they place their entire catalog on two FULL pages of the newspaper — under the Obituary section — the most read section of any newspaper.

WOW — that is nearly 250 products! #3. Real Estate Broker Lights: While driving through a nice rural neighborhood one night, I noticed a house that had Christmas lights lit up all over the place. Bright lights were on the chimney, gable ends, doors, windows, and even on the brokerage sign. Here it is June and this house is brighter than Yankees Stadium at night. I wrote down the phone number off the signage and called the

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broker the next day to see if the house was available. The broker answered and told me the house was sold an hour ago! #2. Port-O-Jon Rental T-Shirt: One day nature called while on a construction job site. While inside the Port-O-Jon, a truck pulls alongside and a worker begins to clean each one out.

When I made my exit, the worker stood ready to clean the one I used. He had a bright red t-shirt on with BIG black letters that said the following: “You Dump - We Pump - Give Us A Call.” #1. Direct Snail Mail Smell: A furniture store mailed me a sales letter one day. This was a regular two-page letter that outlined many super bargains. But, that is not all that accompanied the letter. It had a wonderful perfume aroma. I read it over and checked out the envelope and began to sniff. I thought, Boy, does this letter smell great. I knew the couple who owned the furniture store and decided to give the owners a call to see what they were up to. I told them both I received their letter with a strong perfume smell on it.

They told me a surprising story. John and Kristy tried direct mail in the past, but failed every time to yield a good return. This time, John asked Kristy if he could borrow her best bottle of perfume while he prepared to mail 5000 sales letters. John carefully sprinkled a few drops of this expensive perfume on each letterhead. They both took part inserting the letters into the envelopes and sealed each one with postage.

Approximately three days later, John started to receive customers and began to make sales. He coded the letter with instructions to bring in a coupon for the items on sale. In fact, they sold out the bargain item, and then worked on selling out their entire inventory of kitchen tables and chairs, mattress sets, and sofas. This popular furniture store sold $32,000.00 worth of furniture in two weeks’ time — all due to the smelly sales letters.

However, it dealt a not so rosy smell to the women of each household. It appeared the women had something to say to their husbands, why they were receiving such a smelly letter, and asked who sent it.

Nevertheless, John and Kristy had an astonishing 72% open rate!

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health

A Better You

Leading by Example

By Dave Gluhareff of Train With Dave: A constant goal of mine since making fitness my career nearly 20 years ago has been to lead by example. I hold myself to a higher standard because I take my career seriously along with my health and life. I have said this before and will continue to say it — “Our World’s Revolve Around Our Health!” My success as a fitness professional all hinges on my health and the fact that I’m setting the bar by maintaining excellence in my own health. I grew up chubby, my weight ballooned to over 305 pounds, and my junior and senior high school years were not as happy as they should have been. I had low self-esteem and low self-confidence and really was a loner because of my obesity.

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In the late 1990s David Gluhareff lost over 100 pounds. Dave then became a certified personal trainer with the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) and began his career as a personal trainer. In June of 2009 David earned the elite status of Master of Fitness Sciences (MFS) by the ISSA, their highest level of personal training qualifications. As a personal trainer, Dave has been helping people take charge of their physiques to help them feel, look, and move better through life. Visit www.

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As a father to two wonderful sons Dylan (9yrs) and Matthew (4yrs) I aim to be their role model in health also. I do not want them growing up going through the pain of obesity negatively impacting their lives socially, mentally, and emotionally. No…I want my sons to look to me as their role model in Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest. I never pressure them or even tell them to exercise or eat right — I just live that lifestyle and they have grown into it. My boys even mention “cheat nights” because they know every night is not a night to splurge on junk or eat in excess. They know we have a few times each week where we reward ourselves and have some junk food, nuggets, ice cream, pizza, sodas, or other not-so-healthy foods. My boys have already learned from me about moderation, so they don’t just shovel in the high fatty foods, junk, and sugar-filled juices all the time. They see Dad practice control with eating and staying physically active, so they have followed suit. My clients and readers know that I live the lifestyle I teach and I stay away from gimmicks, fads, and magic weight loss trickery. I lead my clients by example.

Suzanne Stowe has been my best friend for a while now and is an awesome example of “Leading by Example.”

She has been the only person I refer female clients to for years and continue to do so. Why…because she leads by example and practices what she teaches her own clients and kids. Suzanne is a busy mother of 6 great kids who has never made excuses of being too busy or too tired to stay healthy. She has always made time to take care of herself so she could take care of her kids and work. Talk about discipline — I have even seen her at a big get-together at a Mexican restaurant only eat a couple chips out of the basket! Most of us cannot stop at just a few tortilla chips but she does. If Suzanne plans a workout for a client to do on vacation you better believe Suzanne would do and does the same on her own vacation.

Are you leading by example? Are you practicing the advice you teach? Do you lead by example and make a good role model? Don’t talk out of both sides of your mouth and say one thing, yet do another. Take your own

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advice and live it. We all have to lead others by example, take care of ourselves, and be good people. It is our personal responsibility to be the best we can be. We never know who may be watching us so our daily goals should be to set great examples, be positive role models, practice what we teach, and Lead By Example.

Jump Like You Mean It!

By Suzanne Stowe of Train With Suzanne: Self-doubt, procrastination, or plain laziness can keep us from pursuing positive lifestyle changes or fully enjoying a longtime interest. Renew your passion for goals, hobbies, and even everyday activities. Start taking care of yourself by eating healthy and incorporating exercise into your routine. This will increase your energy level and lead to a positive attitude whether you are cleaning house, playing catch with the kids, or focusing on a personal goal. Then, take advantage of opportunities available in the community such as trails, book clubs, museums, volunteering, cooking classes, and camps for kids.

Every Christmas when my kids were younger, they would receive a “family gift” to share. This could be anything from a board game to a basketball goal. The biggest hit was the year they got a trampoline. They spent many afternoons jumping, practicing backflips, and creating a game out of making each other lose their balance. One of my favorite life mantras came from playing on the trampoline. We were all jumping together and I was being a little too careful, so my youngest daughter, Shoshana, yelled out to me, “Mom, jump like you mean it!”

This is a great reminder to give life all we’ve got. We can adopt this attitude whether there is something we are hesitating to begin or our routine needs to be reinvigorated. Be enthusiastic about life and watch others get inspired. Getting started is the hardest part.

But once you do…jump like you mean it!

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.”

Colossians 3:23 SM

For more detailed Exercise, Nutrition, and Rest tips, plus sample meal plans from Dave visit showcasemagazine.com/category/healthfitness/ abetteryou/.

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The Sky Isn’t the Limit

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In 2012, during a Jones Beach air show in Wantagh, New York, a member of the Blue Angels said, “Nothing is difficult to those who have the will to achieve.” Through amazed expressions, the 260 million spectators that have witnessed the flight team’s aerial feats since its creation in 1946 agree with the statement.

Danville native Josh Wilbourne sees truth in the quote as well. Following graduation from Tunstall High School in 2008, Wilbourne didn’t feel that college was the immediate next step. “I wanted to go out and live a little on my own. I wanted to see the world,” Wilbourne says. He joined the navy. “For anyone on the fence about joining the military — there is nothing bad that you can take away from the military. It’s all positive,” Wilbourne continues.

Six years after enlisting, Wilbourne finds himself a member of the prestigious flight demonstration squadron. For 68 years, the Blue Angels have given the American public a glimpse of what the military has to offer. Wilbourne says, “The Blue Angels take pride in the mission of showcasing the Navy and the Marines to the public. I wanted to be a part of that.”

Blue Angels’ shows are a wonderful opportunity for the military to interact with families and children. Sharing the same strong desire to give back to the people, Wilbourne applied to join the team. “I was in my window for orders to move commands when I started the application process,” Wilbourne says. Following the application there is an interview. “The team selects members from the applications and interviews,” Wilbourne continues.

Once selected, there is a 90-day training process

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that teaches command history. “The training teaches you everything you need to know about life on the road with the Blue Angels and how to get the job done efficiently.”

A typical Blue Angels season — March through November — is more than 70 shows at 34 locations throughout the United States each year.

Nearly 11 million people come out to view the aerial displays. “A lot of hard work, long hours, and dedication from the team go into making sure that a Blue Angels demonstration is a memorable experience,” Wilbourne says. The Blue Angels also interact with more than 50,000 people through schools and hospitals. “It’s a great feeling being able to share these experiences with the public.”

Wilbourne is scheduled for 10 shows in 2014. As his time with the team grows, he will become a part of more shows. Wilbourne reflects back to Thunder Over Louisville, the annual kickoff for the two-week festival of the Kentucky Derby, as one of his favorites memories to date. “But it doesn’t really matter where we are. Interacting with the crowd is the greatest thing,” he says.

Wilbourne plans to make the military his career.

Presently, he is working on an aviation maintenance degree. “After putting in my twenty years, or longer, I want to stick near an airport so that I can still work with aircrafts.”

Above the entertainment factor of a Blue Angels show is the support for the troops overseas.

Wilbourne says, “We represent the finest that are defending our freedom. A lot of people call the Blue Angels the best. That’s not true. We just represent the best.” SM

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The Stones Unturned: Institutionalized Delinquency

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Stones Unturned in Ballou Park.

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In the days before tribute bands, a group of high school friends from Danville formed a group that borrowed everything — including their name — from their idols, the Rolling Stones. And while the local band would continue to emulate the English rockers, they quickly developed a style that incorporated the best of British blues, funky Southern soul, and West Coast psychedelia.

The nucleus of the Stones Unturned — Jim Ray (vocals); Pete Hilliard (bass); and Doug Starnes (guitar) — formed in 1965 to play for a Junior Variety Show at George Washington High School in Danville.

Needing a drummer, Rick Blair was recruited, along with rhythm guitarist John Douglas. Douglas was a junior at GW and was the lead guitarist for the recently disbanded Kondors, so he was anxious to play again.

The group learned three Rolling Stones songs and Douglas recalls they “blew the roof off the place and the people just went nuts.” J. Ray, all 115 pounds of him, was a consummate showman and had the audience in his pocket. Douglas and Starnes alternated playing lead as they ripped through “Not Fade Away,” “The Last Time,” and “Satisfaction.” Ray spray painted a parade drum from the GW marching band, mounted it on a stand, and joined the drummer on “Not Fade Away.” After the show, Ray was mobbed by classmates who told him the group was great, adding: “You guys can mouth those records super.”

After convincing them that the band was actually playing, they were immediately hired to play 3 parties.

The only problem — the group only knew 3 songs.

They went to work and quickly learned about 25

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tunes off the Top 40 charts.

Blair’s mother wouldn’t let him play in a rock band and Douglas was more interested in soul music and his girlfriend, so Curtis Vaughan was brought in on drums and Truxton Fulton was added on organ.

Ray explains that the band played everything in their repertoire during the first set of those early gigs and repeated the same songs after intermission. He handled vocals on the rockers, while Hilliard sang lead on the ballads and soul numbers.

Rehearsals were held at the Starnes’ home on South Woodberry. Sheet music for anything but standards was non-existent, so the group bought 45s and Starnes “would sit down and figure out the chords and Pete and Jimmy Ray would figure out the words.” None of the members had any formal musical training but Starnes “could sit down and pick out a song in less than 5 minutes,” so he was placed in charge teaching the band the arrangements. He says the idea was to “imitate (the 45) as closely as we could.”

The Stones played gigs in Virginia and North Carolina, eventually venturing as far south as Asheville and the Carolina coast. Unable to find a regular venue to showcase their talents, the band became adept at self-promotion, renting space at the Hotel Danville for performances. Friends were recruited to collect the small admission fee at the door. Just by word of mouth and a few homemade fliers, they were able to pack the auditorium.

An early demo tape was recorded in 1966 at the WBTM studios in Danville, where Hilliard worked weekends as a disc jockey. The group delivers notefor-note covers of several Rolling Stones songs,

along with “96 Tears.” Hilliard produced the sessions, which were recorded with one mic on a single-track, Ampex reel-to-reel.

Fulton, an intern at WBTM at the time, recalls that the recording session was in lieu of payment for a commercial the band had recorded for Jet Wash, a new car wash that had opened in nearby Martinsville. The owner wanted a jingle sung to the tune of the Batman television theme, with the group singing “Jet Wash” instead of “Batman.”

there in a four-wheel drive. They arrived to find Vaughan waiting on the dance floor with a date. After a hasty explanation, he joined his mates on the bandstand.

Al Newman had recently opened a high-end clothing store and his son loved the band. Before a performance at the Danville Coke Plant, the group was approached by the haberdasher’s son, Mark, who had talked his father into outfitting the Stones for free, provided they put up a sign advertising his store and boasting that “The Stones Unturned are outfitted by A. Newman Ltd.” The guys agreed and showed up unannounced, bypassing the three-piece suits in favor of houndstooth jackets and corduroy pants. Nothing matched and the horrified shopkeeper never repeated the offer.

Vaughan and Fulton showed up at the Sand Fiddler for one of the performances and waited anxiously for the arrival of the other three. Fulton explains that “the time came and went for us to play and no Pete, or Jimmy or Doug and we were getting concerned and just a little miffed.” They showed up late, explaining that Hilliard’s car had gotten stuck on the beach as the tide was coming in and was nearly swept away.

Fulton recalls getting a last-minute call from Starnes during the height of a snowstorm. The Danville Golf Club had booked a “professional” band out of Greensboro, but the group canceled due to the weather. The Stones had the gig, provided they could get there.

Fulton hailed a taxi while other members got

The Stones played the Sand Fiddler Club in Yaupon Beach for a week in the summer.

Vaughan recalls consuming “lots of beer” and wearing lampshades during the beach trip, describing the experience as “a kind of institutionalized delinquency.”

Hilliard had convinced his dad to loan him his new ’66 Dodge Coronet to haul their gear to the beach. He said the three decided one afternoon to ride along the beach, explaining that “I guess we thought we were at Daytona and I took the Coronet onto the beach and immediately got stuck.” They were there about a half-hour when they flagged down a Jeep and asked the driver for a tow. He refused, explaining that the vehicle was new and he didn’t want to scratch the paint. With the tide lapping at the doors of the Dodge, the band members reluctantly called a tow truck, which wiped out any profit from the week’s engagement, since they were playing for a portion of the gate.

in for trouble when a shoeless Ray made a grand entrance to the formal ball, walking across tables to the stage.Vaughan wore his “Strawberry Alarm Clock shirt,” with Neru collar and reflective flowers that would blind the audience during the light show.

At the break, one undergraduate in a suit approached Vaughan and remarked: “Wow, you guys are crazy!”

Another road trip took the band to the Albermarle Beach Casino in Plymouth, N.C. The building was on stilts above the Albermarle Sound and band members went up the back steps to reach the stage, only to find it surrounded by chicken wire. Ray says the clientele expected a country band and the Stones were pelted with beer bottles until they broke into “Rawhide” and “Big Boss Man.” In the summer of 1967, the band morphed into the Purple Haze Publication and Light Show. The name was chosen over the objections of Fulton, who wanted to rename the band Radio Super Ice Cream Parlor. Members built light columns and a huge purple strobe light that was pointed toward the audience. Ray, who would go on to become an electrical engineer, wired it all to a foot pedal he could control from the stage. The band covered Hendrix, Cream, and the Vanilla Fudge.

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Stones Continued from Page 21 The group was excited about the chance to play with one of their idols, Jerry Lee Lewis, even though the venue was the Skylark Club, a beer joint on Rt. 86 that was notorious for rowdy drunks, shootings, and stabbings. While the group had no problems, Ray recalls

that Lewis arrived late, “so we played a little longer than expected.”

Starnes was dating vocalist Flo Penn and it wasn’t long before she was added to the line-up, allowing the band to cover the Jefferson Airplane. Penn was already a veteran of the music scene and had recorded (as Little Lambie Penn) for two labels, including Atco where label mate Bobby Darin wrote and produced a novelty song (“I Wanna Spend Christmas with Elvis”) for his young protégé in 1956.

During this period, the band entered the House of Sound Studios on Piney Forest Road in Danville and recorded covers of the Nashville Teens’ hit “Tobacco Road,” and Bobby Hebb’s “Sunny.” Hilliard sings lead on both and “Tobacco Road” features a blistering instrumental break that rivals the original in intensity. The Stones seemed equally at ease covering the MOR ballad, which at the time was a dance band standard.

A session tape survives, complete with the band’s banter between tracks. The recordings are some of the best to come out of the studio, but for some reason were never committed to vinyl. Ray says both songs were later submitted to CBS Records, along with the band’s slower version of the Temptations “Get Ready.”

Hilliard insists the band recorded several others songs that day and says nothing came of the tapes because “we looked at them as cover material” and “we didn’t have money to take them any further.” Everything was recorded in a single take with no overdubs. He attributes a bad note on “Sunny” to the fact that he “was singing and playing at the same time.”

Starnes recalls that the studio was booked so the Stones could back Flo on a demo tape for her agent in New York City, where she performed that summer. The group

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made quick work of her vocal numbers and — with studio time remaining — convinced producer Frank Koger to keep the tape rolling and record the band. The results were impressive and Starnes calls the recordings “one of the biggest turning points for the Stones Unturned.”

Flo was never an official member of the group. Starnes notes that she sang with the Artie Tompkins Dance Band, and “if they weren’t playing on weekends and we were, she would come and sing with us. She would do a lot of the Jefferson Airplane and other groups. It gave us a real full, more professional sound.”

The group opened for Joe Tex at the WDVA Barn Dance at the Danville Fairgrounds on Thanksgiving Day. Ray remembers the day well because the family was seated for the annual feast when he grabbed a turkey leg, informed his mom that the group was playing and ran from the house. This was an important performance and the band planned to go all out with their stage show, with an 8mm projector showing “Varan the Unbelievable” on a screen at the rear of the stage. Ray also rigged an overhead projector with a clear glass beaker containing oil and water, with food coloring dropped in as the stage floor vibrated, creating a montage of colors over the giant Japanese monster.

When the emcee announced the group, the curtains parted and the band launched into “Purple Haze” before realizing they were playing to an all black audience. Once they made it through the first number, Ray turned to Hilliard and told him to forget the song list and play “Funky Broadway.”

When they got to the middle break, the

pair brought the house down when Ray called Hilliard to center stage to teach the audience the new dance. The crowd rushed forward and dozens joined Hilliard on stage.

Hilliard decided to leave the group shortly thereafter, but not before a final show at the Danville City Armory in support of the Soulmasters and Minit recording artists the Showmen. Hilliard had already informed the band that as they were performing their last song, he planned to smash his guitar. He borrowed a Fender bass from the Soulmasters’ Ernie Dickens for their set, but switched to his cheaper knock-off when the band hit the first chords of “Tobacco Road.” When they reached the instrumental break, Hilliard walked to the center of the stage, jumped high into the air and landed on his knees. He fell backwards and continued playing. Starnes saw the crowd response and slammed into his amp, ending on the floor atop his equipment.

Ray got so carried away that he jammed his mic into the P.A. column, piercing the grill cloth and a speaker cone.Vaughan kicked his cymbals onto the stage as Hilliard raised his bass above his head and smashed it into three pieces on the stage. The band quit playing and the curtains closed as a cacophony of noise and feedback filled the auditorium and the crowd erupted in cheers.

The audience kept calling for an encore and the curtains parted with Hilliard holding shards of his guitar. He threw the remnants into the audience and exited stage right as the crowd fought over the pieces. Backstage, the Showmen were watching in the wings in stunned

silence and were reluctant to follow an unknown act that had just brought the house down. One of singers approached Hilliard and said, “Man, ya’ll were really smoking tonight.” When Pete thanked him for the complement, he replied: “No, I mean your amplifier is on fire.” Unbeknownst to Hilliard, the bass amp had shorted out during the melee and was ablaze. While he had trashed the equipment, Starnes said, “It sure did make a good closing.”

With Hilliard’s departure, the group brought in rhythm guitarist/vocalist Joe Mitchell and bassist Jay Barker. The two lived in an apartment above an old movie theater that had no lighting, save for some neon signs. The two left town — and the band — in a matter of months.

Another beach trip included an audition at the famed Pavilion in Myrtle Beach, S.C. By that time the group was playing strictly psychedelic music and the club’s owner explained that his soul audience had no interest in fuzz guitar and feedback.

Carolyn Garrett accompanied her cousin Flo to take care of Penn’s young daughter and remembers that the Pavilion’s owner

“loved the singer but hated the band,” offering Flo the chance to sing without the group.

One of Purple Haze’s last gigs was for a boy’s prep school is Asheville, N.C. The students were dressed for the occasion and had their dates with them. Starnes remembers that their usual set of Cream and Hendrix covers was well received.

“They kinda got into that music; they liked Flo a whole lot. Oh course everybody liked Flo because she had such a good voice. She could sing just about anything. That was about a far away as we ever went… and we knew we were getting close to the end.”

The band had signed with Bowmar in Atlanta, a booking agency that also handled Otis Redding and Carla Thomas. CBS expressed an interest and a test pressing of the band’s version of “Get Ready” was made.

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Stones Continued from Page 25 Plans for additional recordings were shelved when PHP&LS split in the summer of 1969. The break-up was amicable as most were leaving to attend college.

Fulton was the first to leave and went on to play with a Farmville soul group, Sammy Hawks and the Satisfactions, who recorded two 45s, including a cover of “Day Tripper.”

During his senior year at GW, Fulton formed the American Band and performed his own compositions. The band cut some demos in Greensboro before Fulton moved to Richmond to attend Virginia Commonwealth University. The demo got the group a gig with Bruce Springsteen’s band, Steel Mill. Larry Powers and John Coppinger saw that show and recruited Fulton into their newly formed group, Play Innocent, followed by a stint with a “working band” called Matrix. Fulton abandoned the idea of music as a career in the 70s and moved to Alabama, where he worked for years as an engineer with Boeing, specializing in missile defense. Since retiring, he has reconnected with some of his former bandmates from Play Innocent and the band recorded a music video (“Monster Movie”) in Florida. Fulton also records original material as Karl Mahlmann.

Hilliard studied electrical engineering at Virginia Tech before moving to D.C., where he worked in radio before joining the Army. He spent three years with the American Forces Radio Network in Germany, interviewing many of his idols,

including Mick Jagger, Bill Wyman, Steve Miller, Ian Anderson, Edwin Starr and Godley and Crème. After the service, he moved to Florida and “starved, worked in sunshine” before receiving an offer to return to Germany to work in television with the AFN. Today he lives in Massachusetts and is the owner of Hilliard Creative Group, a digital media production company. He returned to the guitar in 1998 and married a music teacher and keyboardist in 2004. He currently performs for friends and in church.

Ray left the band just before the split, went to Blacksburg and majored in electrical engineering at Virginia Tech. He went into business for himself and continues to work as a consulting engineer, specializing in automation systems. He still lives in Danville but has not performed since 1969.

Vaughan was a year younger than the rest and remained with the group until the end. He was so committed to the band that he skipped his high school graduation to play a road gig. After finishing college, Vaughan was drafted and spent two years in the Army. He moved to California, earned a doctorate in Psychology at Berkeley and taught in Tokyo before returning to the West Coast, where he taught briefly before working for 30 years in the Bay area as an Applied Psychologist in Adolescent Child Development. He continues with his day job and also travels with his wife, who is a performer of Japanese classical music.

Starnes attended Virginia Tech, married Penn and the couple moved to Greensboro,

N.C. Starnes left the music business and worked as a traveling salesman for a company that sold sportswear and lingerie.

Flo continued to perform, singing in Las Vegas and on countless of radio jingles. She also released a growling version of Timi Yuro’s “What’s A Matter Baby” that went nowhere. The couple eventually moved to Salisbury, N.C. before splitting. She remarried and performs Christian music.

Starnes lived in Danville in the same house where the Stones spent hours practicing until just prior to his death in 2013. He gave up playing but said he always regretted selling his five guitars.

While it’s been more than 40 years since the band played its last note,Vaughan says they built a bond that continues, because “we were able to communicate totally through our music.” Ray says the members concluded “there was a lot more to be had by going to school than playing rock and roll,” but has always wondered what might have happened had the band stayed together. Fulton has no regrets about leaving the business but has enjoyed returning to music now that he doesn’t have to depend on it “as a source of income.” Hilliard says their “brief moment of fame” was fun but insists the band never seriously entertained the idea of trying to make a living at it. Starnes sums it up by saying he “wouldn’t trade a single day or do anything any different,” adding: “We made a little money off of it… and that was all we were interested in, making some money and turning the girls’ heads.” SM

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Take Back Your Vacation and Escape to Philpott Lake

feature Jennifer Doss

Director of Tourism Martinsville-Henry County, Virginia Economic Development

Summer is here and it’s time to enjoy a little rest & relaxation, but many American workers are not maximizing their ability to get away. According to a study by PGi, a global conferencing provider, Americans do not use an average of 2 out of every 14 vacation days each year.

This adds up to more than $34 billion in wasted vacation time!

Taking a break from work is beneficial for your physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Do your body a favor and claim those well-deserved vacation days with a visit to Philpott Lake in the

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foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located just an hour west of Danville, Philpott Lake provides a convenient escape that’s perfect for a day-trip, weekend excursion, or week-long vacation.

Philpott Lake is a 3,000 acre man-made reservoir operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers. It is located in Southern Virginia in the counties of Henry, Patrick, and Franklin. Philpott Dam and Lake was created in the 1950s, primarily for flood control and hydropower. Today recreational opportunities abound throughout the area because of this resource. Families can enjoy hiking, biking, paddling, swimming, boating, geocaching, hunting, and fishing, just to name a few.

Camping is a fun family activity at the lake and reservations for the lake’s most popular parks are made several months in advance. Sites for RV’s, pop-up campers, and tents are available. If camping is not your preference, there are plenty of hotels, cabins, and B&Bs nearby so that you can enjoy the best of both worlds.

The best way to begin any trip to Philpott Lake is to step into the Philpott Lake Visitor Center in Bassett. There you can pick up free lake maps and fishing guides and also browse a cultural history exhibit about Philpott Lake and how the dam was constructed. Walk outside to the overlook

and enjoy a breathtaking view of Philpott Lake to your left as well as an equally amazing structure created by man as you view Philpott Dam to your right. The view over Philpott Lake is magnificently framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance.

Philpott is a pristine getaway.You will not see condominiums or homes along the shoreline or party barges on the water. It’s a simple, quiet place to relax and unwind.

The agenda is completely up to you, which means you can choose to hang your hammock by the lake to relax, get out on the water for a little more adventure, or numerous other activities.

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Philpott’s nine boat launches make access to the lake convenient for canoes, kayaks, and motorboats.You can explore many waterfalls and rocky cliffs from the water.

One of the better known points of interest is Emberson Falls, located between mile markers 10 and 11 on the lake. Cool mountain water cascades down the side of a rock face providing a great photo op and fun place to drop anchor and enjoy the afternoon.

Another exciting place to paddle up to is Bowen’s Creek Falls. Truly a “hidden gem,” the tight cove where the creek enters

the lake is shaded by overhanging trees.

Mountain water flows through a series of drops before entering the lake and creates a light fog on warmer days. This all natural air-conditioning can drop temperatures in the immediate area of the falls by up to 20 degrees. An oasis of cool on a hot summer day, this is one point of interest to not miss!

Philpott Lake is a family-friendly destination.

Children of all ages will enjoy spending time at playgrounds located in each of the lake’s parks, especially the new playground at Bowen’s Creek Park, which is fully handicapped accessible. Six public swimming beaches are also open for enjoyment during the summer months.

Boaters can also enjoy exploring the lake’s three islands. Named in respect to their sizes, Rabbit Island and Turkey Island offer picnicking opportunities, while the more adventurous boater can choose to stay overnight on Deer Island at the lake’s only boat-in campground.

Boaters and campers have a new amenity to enjoy this summer with the addition of Philpott Marina. Located on the lake near Boat Ramp #1, the marina offers a fuel slip and store that is fully stocked with all the essential supplies that boaters, fishermen, and campers need. Even if you do not own a boat, visitors can enjoy a hot dog or ice cream from the marina deck while watching the boats come in and out.

When you need a break from the lake, head to nearby Martinsville for dining, shopping, and fun.You can see exciting attractions like Martinsville Speedway, the Smithsonian-affiliated Virginia Museum of Natural History, and a growing arts and entertainment scene. Close proximity to the lake and affordable prices make this a getaway that won’t hurt your wallet.

Take back your vacation time, reconnect with love ones and unwind this summer at Philpott Lake.You’ll thank yourself when you return back to work relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world.

Want to see more? Scan the QR code for a video tour of Philpott Lake! SM

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19 – Dog Wash - Small dogs – $10; medium dogs – $12; large dogs – $14; nail trim – $5. Rain cancels. 9am12pm. Danville Community Market.

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19 – PAWS Family Movie: Mighty Joe Young (PG) - A legendary 15 foot tall mountain gorilla named Joe is taken to an animal sanctuary in California by a zoologist and a young woman, who he grew up with. A poacher from the past comes back to seek vengeance against him. 10:30am-12:30pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

21 – Anime Club: Ouran High School Host Club (TV-16) - At the ultraprestigious Ouran High School, Haruhi Fujioka looks for a quiet place to read and walks into an unused music room, and accidentally stumbles across the notorious Ouran High School Host Club, a group of boys who entertain the girls of the school for profit. When Haruhi accidentally breaks an expensive vase belonging to the wacky Host Club, she is made to serve under them until her debt is paid off. Ages 12-19. 4-6pm.

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21 – PAWS for Trivia: Animal Quiz - Are rabbits born blind? What was the name of President Ford’s Golden Retriever? What was the name of Lord Voldemort’s snake? Test your knowledge of animals at the library.

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23 – Pet Toys - Make a toy for your best cat or dog friend. Ages 6-12.

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7 (thru 28)– Maker Monday Explore your creative side. Each week will feature a different craft with informational books and project ideas to try. Ages 5-9 with accompanying adult.

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7 – Anime Club: Death Note (TV16) - Watch anime, talk manga, and enjoy things Japanese. Snacks provided. Ages 12-19. 4-6pm. Danville Public Library.

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9 – Animals with Class: Featuring Nature Henry - Learn about several species of animals with Nature Henry, including birds, reptiles, arthropods, and mammals in this educational program about habitats, animal tools, food chains, and camouflage. Live animals will be on display. All ages are welcome. 2-3pm.

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15 – Southern Afternoon Tea Come in out of the afternoon heat and cool off with a sweet glass of our Southern iced tea. 3-4pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

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17 – Vampire Academy (PG-13) - Rose Hathaway is a Dhampir, half

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2 • Pet-Themed Backpack Accessory - Create a pet-themed bead craft with a simple weaving technique to use as a fun backpack accessory. Ages 6-12. 3:30-4:30 pm. Westover Branch Library. 434.799.5152 3 • Teen Books to Movies: Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug - The dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim Erebor, their homeland, from Smaug. Bilbo Baggins is in possession of a mysterious and magical ring. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Ages 13 and up. 4-6pm. Danville Public Library.

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3 (thru 31) – Pajama Story Time - Dress in your pajamas and share stories and songs with a set theme. Ages 5-10 with accompanying adult. Dates and times vary. Danville Public Library.

434.799.5195.

4 – Fourth of July Celebration - The children’s area will have free arts and crafts with magic provided by Captain Jim. Amusement rides will be available.

Entertainment will be provided by Janice Price. Food concessions will be available. A grand fireworks display after dark (weather permitting). 6-10pm.

Carrington Pavilion. 434.793.4636 5 – PAWS Family Movie: C.H.O.M.P.S.(G) - A young man invents a robot dog that has super strength, x-ray vision and can detect crimes being committed. A greedy businessman tries to steal the invention from him.

10:30am - 12pm. Danville Public Library.

434.799.5195 6 (thru 27) – Preschool Story Time - Share stories and songs with a set theme. Ages 3-5 with accompanying adult. S 8am-5pm. Danville Public Library.

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July 8, 11:30am - 1pm. Keeping Wellness Program Series (For those concerned with cancer prevention and survivorship) Join Missy Neff Gould, Market Director & Government Relations, of Danville Regional Medical Center & Memorial Hospital of Martinsville & Henry County and Andrew Barnes, PhD, Assit.

Professor, Dept. of Healthcare Policy & Research,VCU as they address the Virginia Healthcare Policy & the Affordable Care Act and that they mean for you. All programs are free. Registration is required. Call the Cancer Resource Center at 434.421.3060 or email cllitzenberg@vcu.edu for information.]

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and lemonade will be served. Ages 13 and up.

4-6pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

28 – Anime Club: InuYasha (TV-14) - A teenage girl periodically travels back in time to feudal Japan to help a young half demon recover the shards of an orb of great power.

Ages 12-19. 4-6pm. Danville Public Library.

434.799.5195.

30 – Comics 101-Background Design An introduction to the basics of background drawing. Included will be a lesson on one, two, and three point perspective. Learn also tips and tricks for creating different types of cityscapes and landscapes for use in comics and animation. Ages 12 and up. 1-3pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

30 – Children’s Summer Reading Finale Party - Summer’s over! Celebrate the great books we read and the fun programs we had.

Be sure to pick up your prizes for completing your reading log. 2-3pm. Danville Public Library.

434.799.5195.

30 – Create Marshmallow Animals Join in for a fun time creating animals with marshmallows. If you have joined the Summer Reading Program, stop by the Westover Branch to pick up your Summer Reading Certificates and register for prizes. Ages 6-12. 3:30-4:30pm.

Westover Branch Library. 434.799.5125 31 – Teen Books to Movies: Hunger Games (PG-13) - Katniss Everdeen voluntarily takes her younger sister’s place in the Hunger Games, a televised fight to the death in which two teenagers from each of the twelve Districts of Panem are chosen at random to compete. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Ages 13 and up. 4-6pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

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2 – Daily Walkin’ with Patsy Cline - See a tribute to one of country music’s biggest stars, Patsy Cline! Carol Glass presents “Daily Walkin’ with Patsy Cline,” which follows the legend from her country music days to her final performance in Las Vegas. Lunch is included. Space is limited, get your tickets early. 12-2pm. Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

11 – Jerrod Niemann and Cole Swindell in Concert - Be a part of what promises to be one of the most exciting concerts of the year. Purchase tickets online at www. danvilleharvestjubilee.org or at the Welcome Center. 6-11pm. Carrington Pavilion.

434.793.4636.

11 (thru 25) – Friday Night Fun and Dance - Join over 100 dancers for a night of dancing, having fun and meeting new friends!

Live music provided by “City Limits Band” on the first, third and fifth Friday. The “Country Pride Band” plays on the second and fourth Friday of each month. Sponsored by the Ballou Recreation Center Council on Aging. Ages 50 and over. F 7:30-10:30pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

16 – Danville Center Stage Presents Your neighborhood children’s theater will present an exciting play.2-3pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

18 – Shakespeare in the Park - Local actors from Danville Center Stage bring “Bard” to life in July on the Riverwalk. The outdoor theater will be held at Picnic Site #19 on the riverfront. Bring a blanket, lawn chair and bug spray. All ages. 7-9pm. Dan Daniel Park.

434.799.5215.

25 (thru 27) – Who’s Afraid of Virginia

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Woolf - The play is an adult play and not recommended for children because of adult language. July 25, 26 - 7pm. July 27 - 2:30pm.

Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History.

434.792.6357.

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3 – Job Corps Information Session - Job Corps is currently recruiting young adults between the ages of 16 through 24 for its vocational training program. Job Corps helps young adults learn a career, earn a high school diploma, and gain the real world skills needed to succeed. 10:30am-12:30pm. Workforce Development Center. 434.455.2521.

5 – Safe Teen Driver Course - Teen Driving Solutions School’s two-day course, the Safe Teen Driver Course, provides teens a mix of both hands-on behind-the-wheel training to improve vehicle control in a controlled setting, and a class curriculum focused on mental skills. While teenage drivers are in the classroom, parents are led by a master licensed relationship and communication expert who teaches key skills on how to best help new teenage drivers. 8am-5pm.VIRginia International Raceway. 919.802.4304.

8 – Court Records for Genealogical Research: Part I - An introduction to online genealogical databases to aid in research. Each series consists of two classes. 11am-1pm.

Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

8 – Keeping Well in Mind, Body, and Spirit - For those concerned with cancer survivorship and prevention, Cancer Resource Center of Southern Virginia presents Keeping Well in Mind, Body and Spirit. A variety of professional speakers will answer your questions. 11:30am-1pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.766.6650.

9 – Stained Glass - Make a beautiful faux stained glass pet picture. Ages 6-12.

3:30-4:30pm. Westover Branch Library.

434.799.5152.

10 – Kayaking - Newton’s Landing to Anglers Park - Practice eddy turns and peel outs in the rocky waters, then splash through the chute at the breached dam. Stealthy paddlers may be entertained by a group of otters playing in the river. Ages 12-adult. 6:30-8:30pm. Newton’s Landing Parking Lot. 434.799.5215.

12 – Artfelt Expressions of Bob Ross Here is your opportunity to learn to paint the Bob Ross Way. Please bring a roll of paper towels and a 16 x 20 canvas. All other supplies are included. Ages 18 and over.10:30am -3:30pm. Ballou Annex Building. 434.799.5216.

14 – Meet the Mouse and Keyboard Computer Class - An introduction to the mouse and keyboard. (This is not a typing class.) 4-6pm. Danville Public Library. 434799.5195.

16 – Basic Word 2010 Computer Class - Prerequisite: Meet the Mouse/Keyboard, or comparable knowledge. Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word. 11am-1pm.

Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

17 – Court Records for Genealogical Research: Part II - Learn how to utilize court records to guide genealogical research in this two-part class. 11am-1pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

21 – Beginner Internet - Learn how to use the Internet. Perform basic Internet searches using various search engines including: Google, Yahoo, Ask, and others. 11am-1pm. Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

23 – Basic Email Computer Class Learn the basics of email and set up your

own free email account. Practice composing, sending, receiving, and replying to email messages. 11am-1pm. Danville Public Library.4343799.5195.

28 – Introduction to Social Networking - Learn how social networking can be used in daily living.11am-1pm. Danville Public Library.

434.799.5195.

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Ongoing - Walk to End Alzheimer’s Register all this month for the Danville Walk, Saturday, September 27, Ballou Park. Join us for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s - the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Martinsville Satellite Walk - Saturday, September 20. Start or join a team today at alz.org/walk. Alzheimer’s Association Central & Western Virginia. 434792-3700 Ext. 244.

1 – Deco Mesh Wreath Making - Beautiful deco mesh wreaths are the hottest trend going and it is no wonder because they are so easy and quick to make. Deco mesh can be used indoors or out. It is perfect for celebrating the seasons and holidays, as well as life’s special events. In these classes, you will learn how to make a seasonal wreath. Materials included.

3-5pm and 6-8pm. Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

1 (thru 29) – Urban Style Line Dancing - Are you interested in learning Urban line dances such as the “Wobble” or the “Zydeco Bounce”? Each week a new dance will be introduced in this dance fitness class. T 6-7:30pm. Pepsi Building.at the Crossing at the Dan. 434.797.8848.

2 - Pickleball - This event occurs daily on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Play and practice at the Ballou park Tennis Courts. 8-11am. Ballou Recreation Center.

434.799.5216.

2 (thru 30) – Zumba Classes - The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-akind interval training fitness program. The fun routines combine to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. W 5:15-6pm. Pepsi Building at the Crossing at the Dan. 3 – Zumba Classes - The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-tofollow moves to create a one-of-a-kind interval training fitness program. The fun routines combine to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. TH 7-8pm. Coates Recreation Center. 434.797.8848.

3 (thru 31) • Senior Bingo - Play Bingo at the library. Ages 50 and up. TH 11am-12pm.

Danville Public Library. 434.799.5195.

7 (thru 28) – Tai-Chi Day Classes - TaiChi increases strength, balance, flexibility, and allows you to explore your inner self, while working at your own pace. Limited to 25 per class. M 11:15am - 12:15pm. Ballou Recreation Center.434.799.5216.

7 (thru 28) – Let’s Dance - From Rumba, to Swing to Waltz and more, you will learn new moves, make new friends, and have loads of fun in the process. M 7-8:30pm. Ballou Recreation Center. 434.799.5216.

12 – Zip Line- Saturday Soaker - Take the heat out of the summer by riding the zip line through streams of water being sprayed along the path of flight. Ages 8-adult. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 2-4pm.

Dan Daniel Park at Skate Park. 434.799.5215.

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no-holds-barred track competition, we aim to find the fastest machine on four wheels.

The Grassroots Motorsports Ultimate Track Car Challenge returns to Virginia International Raceway on July 18, 2014. Bring your raucous, flame-belching beast to the track and see if you can best the competition. 8am-5pm. 1245 Pine Tree Rd. Alton. 434.822.7700 ext. 300.

19 – Lake Sugar Tree Motorsports Park Moonlight Stadiumcross Race StadiumCross Series Racing at Lake Sugar Tree is one racing series you have to see. The up close action of the race really gets your adrenaline pumping as racers speed past you headed into one turn after another. Race begins at 5:30pm. Lake Sugar Tree Motorsports Park, Axton. 276.650.1158.

repertoire. T 5:30-8:30pm.The Artisan Center.

276.632.0066.

7 (thru 10) – Basic Woodworking for Children - Class will concentrate on : Safety skills, measurement skills, and use of small hand tools. Each student will build a Ages 9 and up.

Mid-morning snack will be provided. 9am 12pm. Spencer Penn Centre. 276.957.5757.

7 (thru10) – Rocketry - The class will build a functioning rocket from cardboard tubing and balsa wood. Each student can personalize rocket with paint and decals. Rockets will be launched on last day of class. Ages 9 and up.

1-4pm. Spencer Penn Centre. 276.957.5757.

7 (thru11) – Outdoor Adventures - Let’s put nature first! Adventurers will discover the natural treasures around VMNH and why it is important to care for the environment. Dress for the outdoors. Ages: 6-8. 9am-4pm.VMNH. 276.634.4141.

9 (thru11) – Doodle Bugs! - Farm to Table - Join us on a journey from farm to table to find out where your food is coming from! We’ll explore the healthy and fun world of gardening and learn about the benefits to growing and eating your own farm fresh products! Ages: 3-5 with adult. 9:30-11:30am.VMNH. 276.634.4141.

10 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop - At the end of this day-long workshop, you’ll have your own masterpiece to take home. A 16” x 20” canvas and a roll of paper towels are required. 9am-3:30pm. Piedmont Arts, Martinsville. 276.632-3221.

12 – Bassett’s Shindig on the Green The Greater Bassett Area Community, Inc. is celebrating our Community at EMI Imaging, Inc. There will be good food & ice cream for sale. Great music from Too Young, Too Old and clogging with the Old Dominion Cloggers.

6:30-9pm. 3289 Riverside Dr., Bassett.

21 (thru 25) – Time Travelers - It’s the ultimate summer adventure – a journey through time to uncover the mysteries of Martinsville and Henry County’s past!

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1 (thru 31) – Avalo - A Photographic Journey to the Outer Banks. 1pm-5pm. Kirby Gallery, Roxboro. 336.597.1709.

13 – Classic Movie Series - Glory - Robert Gould Shaw leads the U.S. Civil War’s first allblack volunteer company, fighting prejudices of both his Union army and the Confederates.

3-5pm. Kirby Theater, Roxboro. 336.597.1709.

MARTINSVILLE Lifestyle/Lectures

1 (thru 15) – Introduction to HandBuilding Pottery - This pottery class will explore all of the fundamental hand building techniques, both ancient and modern. Includes coil pots, pinch pots, slab work and sculpture.

A great class for beginners looking to get their hands dirty, as well as the experienced potter, looking for some new skills to add to their

Explore local historic sites, examine authentic documents, and participate in a mock trial in a real court room. Ages: 9-11. 9am-4pm.VMNH. 276.634.4141.

26 – Autos by Nelson Cornhole Tournament - Sign up for the first ever cornhole tournament series at the Smith River Sports Complex! 6-11pm. Smith River Sports Complex. 276.638.5200.

SOUTH BOSTON Arts/Exhibits/ Entertainment

2 (thru 5) – Summer Theatre Presents: Hairspray - July 2,5 - 2:30pm. July 3,4,5 - 7:30pm. The Prizery, South Boston.

434.572.8339.

11 (thru 20) – Summer Theatre Presents: Les Miserable - Times vary. The Prizery, South Boston. 434.572.8339.

18 – Movies on Main (Saving Mr. Banks) - Destination Downtown South Boston invites you to an outdoor movie in Constitution Square starting at 9pm! The movie is FREE and FREE water is provided! Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a movie under the stars on us! This movie is mature and may not be easy for younger audiences to follow. Please use discretion when deciding to attend this event. 9-11pm. Constitution Square, South Boston. 434.575.4209.

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26 – Touch a Truck…Wheels, Wings, and Water! - This free event is a community-wide happening where both kids and adults have the opportunity to see, touch, and play while learning about over 200 cool vehicles.10am3pm. Roanoke County Green Hill Park, Salem.

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by Paulette Dean Executive Director, Danville Humane Society Summer has arrived, and that means we are in the middle of a large influx of animals at the shelter. We are also receiving an increase in complaints about dogs being chained with no shade for relief from the sun, outside animals with no water, and a host of other problems.

So, I intend to take a summer vacation from all the sadness for the few minutes it will take me to write this column. Instead, I want to share a true story about how animals helped people in need.

On July 24, 1847, the Mormons first entered the Salt Lake Valley. They had been driven out of their homes in Illinois and Missouri and sought refuge from persecution in the west. They moved west in covered wagons, but thousands more walked across the plains, pushing handcarts.

As soon as they entered the valley, preparations began for preparing the harvest for the next year. They had left most of their possessions and wealth behind, and lived off of the remaining supplies or sego lily roots.

The Ute Indians helped them hunt for meat, and taught them about the natural supply of plants. After a long, freezing winter, they planted crops in the spring of 1848. That is when the miracle of the seagulls took place.

The crops flourished once an irrigation system was devised, and the pioneers were hopeful. However, they noticed that large crickets were beginning to eat the crops. The first men to enter the valley noticed the crickets, and knew the natives used them for food. They had not expected the hordes of crickets to eat their crops.

Hundreds of thousands of crickets came, eating everything in the path.

The pioneers fought them with shovels, brooms, fire, and water. Still the crickets came, eating everything. The situation was desperate, yet the pioneers who had already been through so much knew they could not give up.

The Church president, Brigham Young, called on the settlers to put their faith to work. The pioneers throughout the valley prayed and fasted for help, pleading for their crops to be spared.

Their despair deepened when they saw huge flocks of white-winged seagulls fly from the Great Salt Lake settling on their crops. Despair turned to joy when they saw that the gulls were eating the crickets. They ate for hours, then flew away, disgorged, and came back for more. The crops of 1848 were saved by the seagulls.

Those of you who love animals will not be surprised by humans being saved by seagulls. Animals help us in so many marvelous ways. SM

Buster

This little cutie is about seven weeks old. He is part Chihuahua, part dachshund, and part shihTzu. He is all heart and cuteness!

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