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HE SAID SHE SAID Sleepy & Creepy

By Larry Oldham & Dena Hill

The teaching tree Parenting 3-Year-Olds

By Joyce Destefanis, M.A.

and Nancy Firchow, M.L.S.

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The money club

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A Better you

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Find Hidden Money On the Job

By Todd Boaze

Also Inside the 6 From EDITOR 34 Fun and Games

Crossword, Word Seach & Sudoku

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Area Events Guide Paws for a Cause

By Paulette Dean

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Fall Fitness in Southside Virginia

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FRO M THE EDI TOR William Cullen Bryant once said, “Autumn…the year’s

Another exciting event happening in Danville this fall

last, loveliest smile.” As we gathered content for this

is the production of Iqbal Ahmed’s first feature film,

issue it became apparent to me that our area is all

The Answer. Find out why this Danville native chose to

smiles about the fall.

return home to film on page 28.

Fall brings many great things. Relief from the summer

Fall also marks the return of the Rave Awards. The

heat, bright and beautiful backdrops as leaves

ballot can be found on page 17. The Rave Awards

change, and football. We can’t forget football. But

give readers the opportunity to praise the businesses

fall is also known for its festivals. Danville is getting

in our area that provide the upmost professional

in the festival spirit with the 2nd annual River District

products and services. Don’t forget to vote.

Festival, an event created by The Danville Area Association for Arts & Humanities and the Danville

Fall is a fun time of the year. It holds many memories

Regional Foundation. The River District Festival will

throughout our lifetimes. One fond memory I have

run October 5th and 6th. It’s a fantastic event that

is playing in the leaves with my friends. I don’t see

highlights the potential of Danville’s river district. For

them much anymore, but we will always have the

more information visit www.riverdistrictfestival.org.

memories of those chilly fall afternoons diving into leaf piles. I’m sure they all would remind me of my yellow

Festivals aren’t the only events warranting smiles in

and red KISS jumpsuit. It was pretty awful. I looked like

our area this fall. In this issue we introduce readers to

a walking candy corn. But, as I’ve asked when people

Gary Sullivan, a man whose love for the arts knows no

have commented on the jumpsuit from pictures I’ve

bounds. Gary, a seasoned theater vet, will direct A

shown them, “Is there a better month than October to

Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum at

dress like candy corn?”

Enjoy the Issue.

Magic of Broadway on October 6 at the Ballou Park

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Senior Center in Danviile. Read more about Gary on page 22.

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She Said...

October is here and that means that Do you remember when we first started Halloween is right around the corner.You dating? You and I both talked about sitting on and I have chosen to celebrate Halloween the front porch, holding hands, growing old many different ways in years past. There together, and rocking in our rocking chairs. are a lot of memories in October for sure.

Well, the time is now, my love.

But I’m not addressing the creepy month of Halloween today. I am referring to the I hear what you’re saying and I somewhat fact that you and I have grown another agree with you that it is depressing to see year older and we both have birthdays how our worlds are changing around us. pHOTO BY mICHELLE dALTON pHOTOGRAPHY this month. There is nothing creepy about And as far as the rocking chair picture goes, having your birthday in October; the creepy part is what that won’t make us old. I’ve enjoyed rocking since I was a child. happens to us when we reach this age.You cried for hours Maybe if you rocked me to sleep now, I wouldn’t awaken so (well maybe minutes, but it seemed like hours) when you often. We’re only as old as we allow ourselves to feel, and I for got your AARP card. Then when your Medicare card came one don’t feel old. I admit I don’t like this new sleep pattern. in the mail the other day, I almost didn’t get supper because But if not sleeping all the way through the night is the only you were so depressed. Even Sophie, didn’t do her usual thing that changes as we age, that won’t be the worst thing that barking, take me for a walk dance, because she knew you happens to us. I prefer to see the glass half full instead of half were sad. empty.

You should look at growing old as an experience, a good experience compared to the alternative. Just learn to accept it and grow old gracefully. Of course you don’t have but so much to work with from the beginning, so that might be a big part of your problem. Just kidding, I love you, let’s go sit out on the porch where we both can take a nap in our rocking chairs.

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What other creepy things do we have to look forward to as we grow old together? Will there come a time when we just take little short naps throughout the day and hang out and watch TV all night? I hope you like old reruns of Gunsmoke and Bonanza.

I think you must have it in your mind that you are old already and you are working very hard to make sure you don’t over extend yourself as you age.You tell me all the time about little pains, or your foot hurts, or you are too cold or too hot at night.You whine about the fan being on or it’s turning too fast and making you chilled in bed. When you get up you ask, “Is it morning already?” This part about you getting up at five and walking the dog must be one of the creepy dreams in your mind, because for the past ten years I have gotten up each morning and walked the dog in the dark.

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You’ve always told me that age was just a number and that you were never ashamed of your age. This last month has been one month that I noticed age had finally taken up residence in your mind. The other thing that I have noticed is that every night at two-thirty in the morning, we both seem to wake up and just hang out till five o’clock when we arise to feed the chickens. Maybe not feed the chickens, but one of us does go out to walk the dog and we, or mostly you awake the rooster. So the creepy part of our lives is how we went from sleeping eight straight hours a night, to now sleeping on and off a few hours a night. Is this what they mean about growing old?

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SLEEPY AND CREEPY

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Parenting 3-Year-Olds

the teaching tree

by Joyce Destefanis, M.A. and Nancy Firchow, M.L.S.

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Since birth, you’ve watched your child grow and develop. You’ve noted his height and weight, when he crawled, stood, and walked, even when he spoke his first words — and perhaps compared all of these milestones of his infant and toddler years to the “norms.” The preschool and early school years are also full of changes. From three to five your child’s motor skills, language, thinking, and social development change dramatically.

Knowing what to expect as your child grows can reassure you that your child is on track with his peers or alert you to potential concerns. Below are some milestones to watch for during the preschool years.

Milestones: 3-Year-Olds Motor Development: Gross Motor Skills • walks with an agile, almost adult style • runs around obstacles • catches large balls and throws overhead • climbs ladders; uses slide independently • rides a tricycle • alternates feet when climbing stairs Motor Development: Fine Motor Skills • assembles simple puzzles • manipulates clay; finger paints • copies simple shapes, such as a cross or circle • stacks blocks up to nine high Language and Thinking Development • understands most of what is said and 75 percent of

speech is understandable • speaks in complete sentences of three to five words • matches pictures to objects • learns by doing and through the senses

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understands concepts of “now,” “soon,” and “later” begins to recognize cause-and-effect relationships

Social and Emotional Development • follows simple directions; enjoys helping with

household tasks • begins to recognize own limits — asks for help • likes to play alone, but near other children • does not cooperate or share well • able to make choices between two things • begins to notice other people’s moods and

feelings

Tips for Parenting 3-Year-Olds No longer a toddler, your 3-year-old takes in knowledge about himself and the world around him.

In addition, your 3- to 4-year-old is becoming more social.Your child may now be able to cooperate with his or her friends, take turns, and may begin to show some problem-solving skills.

At this point in development, your child should be able to: • Imitate parents and friends • Show affection for familiar family and friends • Understands the idea of “mine” and “his/hers” • Show a wide range of emotions, such as being

sad, angry, happy, or bored • Transitions are difficult at this age. Provide

warning of changes so your child has time to

shift gears: “We’re leaving in 10 minutes.”

In addition, you may notice your child’s imagination is in overdrive.

This can be good and bad. Fantasy and pretend play becomes more interesting and involved, but your child may also start developing unrealistic fears, such as believing a monster is lurking in the closet.

3- to 4-Year-Old Development: When to Be Concerned All kids grow and develop at their own pace. Don’t worry if your child has not reached all of these milestones at this time. But you should notice a gradual progression in growth and development as your child gets older. If you don’t, or if your child has signs of possible developmental delay, as listed below, talk to your child’s doctor.

Signs of developmental delay in 3- to 4-year-old children include: • Inability to throw a ball overhand, jump in

place, or ride a tricycle • Frequent falling and difficulty walking stairs • Inability to hold a crayon between his or her

thumb and fingers; has trouble scribbling and

cannot copy a circle.

• Unable to use a sentence with more than

three words and uses “me” and “you”

inappropriately • Persistent drooling and trouble speaking • Cannot stack four blocks and has trouble

handling small objects • Continues to experience extreme separation anxiety • Lacks interest in interactive games and doesn’t engage in

fantasy play • Does not play with other children and doesn’t respond

to non-family members • Has trouble with self-control when angry or upset • Does not understand simple commands • Avoids making eye contact • Resists getting dressed, sleeping, and going to the

bathroom Also, if you notice your child resisting or struggling with doing things that he or she was once able to do, tell your child’s doctor.

This can be a sign of a developmental disorder. If your child does have developmental delay, there are many treatments available to help your child.

• Rituals are important. Household routines and schedules

give your 3-year-old a sense of security.

• Point out colors and numbers in the course of everyday

conversation: “You’re wearing your blue shirt.” or “We

made six cupcakes.”

• Encourage independent activity to build self-reliance.

• Provide lots of sensory experiences for learning and

developing coordination — sand, mud, finger paints,

puzzles. SM Note: WebMD was used as a source of reference for this month’s column.

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There might be many reasons why you do not have the amount of money you desire. It may be obvious that you did not plan for today before it arrived. Financial activities that you are concentrating on now do not have to be complicated. Philosophically speaking, you would be wealthier today than you are right now. Why? Because you would have intentionally saved money. Perhaps by making sacrifices or investing small amounts of money.

One of the most critical competencies of managing a budget is to make a list of your expenses for one month.

You will quickly discover how many unnecessary things you buy and how much you could set aside for tomorrow.

If you want to free yourself from financial troubles, start placing a portion of your money into a special account.

Furthermore, you may discover your current job is not earning enough income.

There are many ways to increase, even maximize the financial and non-monetary rewards you earn from your job. If you want to get more money out of your work, consider the following:

Change Jobs.

Money is not everything. Financial gain is not the only consideration when evaluating your current employment. Work that you enjoy doing will give you greater satisfaction, a feeling that no amount of money can provide.You have probably heard the saying, “Do what you love and the money will follow.�

Successful people concentrate on their work, the business, while unsuccessful people focus solely on the money.

Take an Extra Job.

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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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Perhaps your primary job gives you great satisfaction; however, it does not provide a sufficient income. Taking a second job may be a better solution than changing jobs.

Like everything else, it depends on the individual.You know best.You have to consider the consequences; working two jobs translates into less time for everything else with added pressure. Ask yourself if the increase in income is worth the additional taxes you will pay or the extra time you will spend working.

Invest More Time in Your Present Job. Another possibility is to put more time into your present job. Since you are probably paid according to time or efficiency, your income will probably rise with more time

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invested. This alternative is similar to the one above.

One that will increase your workload. Except it does not require acclimating yourself to a new job, therefore, you do not need to concentrate on two different jobs.

However, the work may be monotonous whereby adding an extra job might allow combining mental and physical work. It is possible the advantages will be less rewarding and it might not be profitable to bet everything.

Be More Efficient in Your Present Job. One good variation is to be more efficient at your present job where income prosperity points lie untapped and often results in higher earnings. Think about how you can save time and money. Search for bottlenecks and fix them. Consider the Paret Principle, 80 percent of your income comes from 20 percent of the work done.

Concentrate more on effective tasks and less on auxiliary ones that do not bring in money directly.

Learn to Enjoy Your Present Job. You will move towards your goals faster if you organize your present job so you enjoy it more. Make a list of things that make you happy at work or bring you satisfaction from your job.

The list might include: what you have, what you have always wanted, where your advantages are, how tasks can be done in a pleasant and fun way, and so on.You will eventually find the job itself probably is not that bad.

Realistically, you have been focusing more on the negative, rather than the positive aspects.

Be optimistic and start to take an interest in your field of expertise. Associate with people who do similar work and enjoy doing it. Allow them to pass their enthusiasm on to you.You might not get a raise at first, but you will be a much happier person at work. If I asked you which would you prefer, money or happiness, what would you say?

Over time, you will be noticed. Not by your superiors at work or business associates or partners, but by others.

There are always plenty of jobs for a worker who is conscientious and an expert in his or her field. Those who are the best in the business have doors opened everywhere regardless of whether such a qualified person is needed right then or not. Wise employers hire someone the moment they realize that a person can benefit their company. They do not wait for an empty position where they would be forced into a feverish search for an appropriate candidate. SM

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A Connecticut Yankee and a Southern Gentelman

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Gary Sullivan is a theater man. The stage pumps through his veins and comes out in his voice. He is a perfectionist who demands attention and a humble man who yearns for approval. Gary’s a career man, a family man, and a proud man; as such he should be. As a young man he was invited to audition at The Met and over the last forty years he has been involved in over forty productions all over the East Coast primarily in the New York and Connecticut areas where he lived most of his life. He has been the lead in over thirty productions.

Although Gary is a Connecticut Yankee, his daughter is a natural-born Virginian. “When I was in the Navy, our daughter was born in Portsmouth,” Gary says. Those connections always kept the rolling country-sides of Virginia in the back of his mind. So two years ago, when it came time to retire from his day job, he and his wife, Lu, followed their close friends to Danville. “We made several trips down and realized it was a great place to live, so we decided to make the move,” Gary said.

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Gary and Lu have been married for fifty-three years and through all that time, Lu has really supported his theater addiction. “She has been the stage manager for a great number of the shows I’ve done.

She loves being involved but not on stage. If you can’t beat them, join them.” When they worked together they got to spend time together but Gary says, “She’s the best stage manager.”

Since sitting up their new home, Gary and Lu have truly become entrenched in the area. “We’ve made a lot of great friends and we’ve gotten involved with different churches.” Gary is currently the Choir Director at Christ Church, and a singer at Epiphany Episcopal Church, and he teaches voice two days a week. With thirty years of vocal teaching experience, he is a great choice for anyone looking to develop their talent.

Gary’s passion and drive for the stage proves that he is anything but retired. To raise funds for Christ Episcopal Church, he put on a one-man show called “Gary Sullivan, One Tenor in Concert” and has joined the board of directors of the Danville Little Theater.

His recent musical revue for LTD was a tremendous success. He is a Tenor soloist for DACAS and performed in The Messiah and Mozart’s Requiem, as well as at the D-Day Memorial in Bedford on Memorial Day; while at Mt.Vernon he was the soloist for The Creation. In other words, he’s been busy over the last two years.

And now, he’s taking on his biggest local production yet. At the Kirby Theater in Roxboro, Gary is directing A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum with a cast of 20 people. The show runs October 26, 27, and 28. “It’s a purely funny show, it’s slapstick, and it’s all about laughs,” Gary says. “It takes place in 400 BC in Rome, and it’s just one laugh after another. Disguises, great songs; it just keeps going and going.”

In that way, Forum is a lot like Gary. He just keeps going and going because Gary has another musical revue happening on October 6 at the Senior Center in Ballou Park. “It’s going to be a Broadway musical revue called, The Magic of Broadway.

There are six singers in it; three women, three men.” Gary is quickly developing a fan base who will be excited to catch him performing live.

Most of us agree that the area could use more support for the arts. Gary says, “I think if the arts get support from the community, it will grow. But, people have to commit. It’s no different than where I came from with the commitment.You must have pride in what you are doing.You have to work at it.You can’t just do it half way.”

In the midst of talking about theater Gary made a profound statement that transcends theater into just about all aspects of life.

“If you make a commitment to something, and something else that may even look better comes along, you have to say to yourself, ‘I’ve made this commitment. I must do this first, and the other opportunity will have to wait.’ Sometimes you have to honor your commitments and let opportunity pass by.” SM Two opportunities you don’t want to let pass you by are A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum playing October 26, 27, and 28 at the Kirby Theater in Roxboro (visitroxboronc.com), and The Magic of Broadway playing October 6 at the Senior Center in Ballou Park (call 434.799.5216).

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Hollywood Invades Danville

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Danville native, Iqbal Ahmed

Dan Vegas is so 2011. Danville is now Danvolleywood…Um… Hollyville…

Okay, how about Hollywood, Virginia or Hollywood East. Whatever you choose to call it, Hollywood is taking over Danville when a local guy who ran off for the hills of Hollywood returns to film his first feature film, The Answer. Iqbal Ahmed is a Danville native and has spent the last decade of his life creating a career for himself in Hollywood as a screenwriter and director. He’s returning to the area in October to film his first full-length feature film.

“This is a science-fiction action movie about a man on the run,” Iqbal says. “Our hero returns home one night and is attacked by masked men. He escapes and goes on the run with a girl, and together they have to figure out who is after them and why.”

Returning home is something in which Iqbal is intimately aware. “I love my hometown. Frankly, my affinity for Danville is what made me think of filming this movie here. People are warm and helpful -- life isn’t cynical in Danville. People are straightforward and they’re all hardworking honest folks.”

After raising the funds to film a feature film, a director often looks for the best bang for the buck. But, Iqbal made his decision about where to film on more emotional terms. “Our town is on an upward trajectory and there are some exciting things happening. And in my own way, I want to contribute in trying to raise its profile. I want to see the economy here booming. I want to see more businesses coming. I want to see more Danvillians employed. Since I have a choice where to spend money, I’d rather spend it in my hometown. So far, people have gone out of their way to welcome me back.”

Iqbal has worked hard to earn the opportunity to make this film. He’s worked as a writer and director for several years with major studios including Disney, Fox, and Sony. He’s produced several shorts and a feature film that can frequently be seen on the SyFy Channel. “I finally have a real grasp of the big picture, and I know what it takes to make a feature film. And this is my small film to prove it,” Iqbal says.

Successful directors, like successful musicians and authors, are the ones who are able to channel their passions into something that moves people. “This movie combines all of the elements of films I love -- action, scares, mystery, comedy, romance,” Iqbal says. “It’s a small version of all the big movies I love -- films like those by Hitchcock, Polanski, and Spielberg.”

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After years of taking all the obligatory baby steps, Iqbal is about to take his first huge leap of faith. And because he understands the secret to success, he’s going to have a real good chance at sticking the landing. “Work hard. It’s actually as simple as that,” Iqbal says.

“Study hard, don’t say no to opportunities, do your best work on any job you have -- you never know where you’ll get your break. It’s always surprising when someone mentions some small project I did that I thought no one would ever see. Treat every project as though it might be your last.”

Sometimes people in the creative world have to feed off of passion, sometimes quite literally as they all eat their fair share of ramen noodles. “I won’t lie -- trying to have a career as a creative is incredibly tough. It’s definitely not for everyone, and I’ve done my fair share of self-examination. But I make movies because I love it and, to me, it’s worth the uncertainty. Different people need different things -- some are guided by their heads, others by their hearts. I think the best place is somewhere in between.You just have to be honest with yourself. And you always have to aim for excellence, whatever you choose.”

“This movie is more about showcasing my own hometown and recruiting all the local help I can get; rather than just filming in some unfamiliar state, however practical or economical it might be.

I acted with my heart to come to Danville. ”

It’s not often that a small town such as Danville gets the opportunity to have many of its local landmarks featured in a movie. But, the business community has truly embraced the production and is offering its support. The Highlander Restaurant, Bar, and Grill will be hosting the production crew of some forty people. Danville Toyota will be providing vehicles for the crew. The Danville Life Saving Crew, the City of Danville, and many other local businesses and organizations are helping make the production possible. In fact, Showcase Magazine is a part of the team and we’ll be featuring behind the scenes photos from the production in our next issue and stills from the movie in our December issue. We will be highlighting many of the companies and organizations who contribute to the film in our magazine over the next few months.

Iqbal is very aware of the commitment he’s making to the community by making this film. “I want to make a good film and just as importantly, I want to showcase the town I love. I’m not some random producer or director who’s coming in to take advantage of a small town’s naiveté. I’m looking for partners in this and any generosity shown to me will be reflected back. I’m not promising anything unrealistic, just that I will be honest and do my best to do right by my community.”

Iqbal is already indebted to his mom who has been instrumental in helping build the bridges within the community that have made this production possible. “My mom and siblings have inspired me so much,” Iqbal says. And he genuinely understands the meaning of loyalty, “This movie is more about showcasing my own hometown and recruiting all the local help I can get; rather than just filming in some unfamiliar state, however practical or economical it might be. I acted with my heart to come to Danville.”

There isn’t much more you can ask for from a creative entrepreneur than to act with his heart and do the absolute best job he can. We all know Hollywood, California can be cut throat; our community and Iqbal are making sure that DanHollywoodville,Virginia retains all of the things that made returning home to film such an easy decision.

It’ll be interesting to see how the hero in the movie recovers from his own act of returning home. “He follows clues that lead him to something shocking,” Iqbal says. “He’s not who he thought he was.”

Break out the popcorn and hurry up and figure out the best Danville-Hollywood Mashup word, already. Danollywood. Nope.

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Fall Fitness in Southside Virginia

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Burn Calories in Beautiful Southside Virginia in October

by Dave Gluhareff 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 March 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.VirginiaBootcamp.com for more information.

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Southside Virginia is in my opinion one of the best places in the United States to live. We have a very low cost of living with housing choices such as country farm homes, beautiful old Main Street architecture, and modernized tobacco warehouse condos to choose from. If we want to hear great music and bands we can go to the Carrington Pavilion or see symphonies at GW or plays at the North Theater of Danville or Prizery of South Boston Virginia. I love living in Danville and love what this area has to offer.

October is probably one of my favorite months of the year. The grass seems greener and the leaves are changing colors beautifully. Later in the month there’s the smell of fireplaces and woodstoves burning. I get so excited for Halloween, not because of the candy… well sort of, but because our sons Dylan and Matthew get to wear their costumes and go trick-or-treating. I love seeing those huge smiles on their faces as they show off their costumes.

Most of the month I will meet with my personal training clients and Virginia Bootcampers outside on the RiverWalk Trail, at the downtown historic tobacco district, and at local parks or tracks for workouts. This is great for them, but also for me. I love to be outside and smell the fresh air. It really lifts moods and makes us all feel better.

Doctors tell us to get outside and breathe the fresh air. They also tell us to be active and walk regularly. I say we should do both and enjoy being outdoors, taking walks, working out, and burning calories. Exercising outdoors is beneficial in creating better moods and it helps us lose body fat. Maybe when we go trick-or-treating I will do some extra walking outside so I burn enough calories to justify eating a little candy….. And also to lift my mood after I come down off the sugar high!

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Dave is on the board which designed and is hosting, with the city Parks & Recreation, a first annual urban/mud/obstacle course walk/run showcasing our beautiful RiverWalk Trail, mountain bike trails, community market, Carrington Pavilion, Danville Science Center, train station and the historic downtown warehouse district called the Dirty Dan Dash on November 3rd. Dirty Dan Dash’s main sponsor is Danville Regional Medical Center (DRMC), also Dave’s largest Corporate Fitness & Wellness client, and our local Hospital. DRMC and many other companies like National Business College believe in this event and are helping to create this fun healthy event in the heart of our beautiful downtown Danville, Virginia!

For more information visit www.DirtyDanDash.com.

Our area has many beautiful places to enjoy outdoor activities. We can all go for a hike or walk at the RiverWalk Trail or in Anglers Park (Mountain Bike Trails) and get healthy while enjoying the scenery and wildlife. If you like to go canoeing or kayaking you can paddle on the Dan River or at a local pond or lake. Most of the time I take our sons to the RiverWalk Trail in the City, but the County also offers an extension of this. We usually walk, ride bikes, or jog, but you can also roller blade as a change.

This fall here in Southside Virginia, or wherever you may be, I challenge you to please reap the benefits of trying to take your exercising outdoors and enjoy Mother Nature and Creation.

Enjoy the beautiful outdoors and everything Southside Virginia has to offer. Have a great fall and stay healthy! SM

For more healthy outdoor tips from Dave visit the Health section of www.showcasemagazine.com and www.trainwithdave.com.

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“Come celebrate the music of Frederick Delius, plus the cultural influences of the Dan River Region, on the legacy of this famous British composer, who in 1885-86 taught at the school known today as Averett University. Highlights of the four day Delius extravaganza, part of the International Delius Sesquicentennial, include an appearance by piano virtuoso and Danville native, Michael Adcock, who will be in concert with the Richmond Symphony, plus choral and instrumental chamber music, lectures and other special events sure to entertain and educate all ages.The festival will begin on Thursday, October 11th, 5:30 pm at Averett’s Blount Library with a reception and presentation of Professor Robert Phifer’s archives. On Sunday, October 14th, the grand finale will consist of a Delius Double-Concerto Matinee with Danvillian Michael Adcock, pianist, and violin virtuoso Greg Fulkerson, plus more masterworks by the Richmond Symphony, in the George Washington High auditorium. https://www.facebook.com/DeliusAt150

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3 - Wine & Roses, Paws & Noses: Benefit for the Animal Welfare League: Tomahawk Mill Winery: 1-6pm: 434.251.0557.

4,11,18,25 – Bluegrass Concert: Community Center, Chatham: TH, 7pm: 434.432.3115: www.chathamcares.org.

5,6 – River District Festival: Newton’s Landing: 10am: 434.799.2166: www. riverdistrictfestival.org.

5,6,7 – Heacock Classic Gold Cup:VIRginia Interanational Raceway: 434.822.7700: www.virnow.com.

11 – Senior Movie Day: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

11,12,13,14 – Delius 150th Celebration:Various Times/Locations: www.facebook.com/DeliusAt150.

12 – From These Pages: Union Street Theatre: 7:30-9:30pm: 434.791.4747: UnionStreetTheatre.com.

12,13,14 – Over the River & Through the Woods: Gretna Movie Theatre: 7:30pm/2:30pm: 434.228.1779.

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Thru Oct. 28 – The Pumpkin Hunt: White Fall Farm: Sat 9am-7pm; Sun 3-7pm: 434.221.4993: www. whitefallfarm.com.

1 – Anime Club: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 12+: 4-6pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

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18 – Library Bingo: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am-2pm: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

18 – International Credit Union Day: URW Credit Union: 3-6pm: 434.793.1278.

20 – Family Movie Matinee: Danville Public Llibrary: 10:30am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

23 – What the Craft? Book Club: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 10+: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

26 – Spooky Halloween Dance: Coates Rec. Center: Ages 5-12: 6-9pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

27 – Pumpkin Decorating Fest: Farmers’ Market: 7:30am-12pm; 434.797.8961. www.playdanvilleva.com.

31 – All Hallow’s Read: Danville Public Llibrary: 10am-6pm: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

31 – Spooky Halloween Carnival: Glenwood Community Center: 6-9pm: 434.799.6469: www.playdanvilleva.com.

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Thru Oct. 1 – Hubble Space Telescope Exhibit: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc. smv.org.

Thru Oct. 8 – Damsels, Dragons and Ladies Exhibit: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc. smv.org.

Thru Oct. 13 – Butterfly Station and Garden: Danville Science Center: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

Thru Nov. 11 – Carson Davenport Exhibit: Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History (DMFAH): 434.793.5644: www.danvillemuseum.org.

Thru May 5 – Playing with Time Exhibit: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1– 5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

1,8,15,22 – Plein Air Painting: Ballou Rec. Center: 10am-12pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

3,10,17,24 – Art with Flo: Times/ Locations Vary: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

6 – Bob Ross Painting Class: Ballou Park Annex Building: 10:30am-3:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

13 – Through the Eyes of the Eagle Exhibit Opens: Danville Science Center: Free/$6/$5: M-S 9:30am–5pm: Sun 1–5pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

18 – The Lady Astor Rose Exhibit Opening: Langhorne House: 5:307pm: 434.791.2256.

31, Nov. 7,14,21 – Art with Flo: Times/Locations Vary: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

2,9,16,23 – The Sound of Music: City Auditorium: 10-11:45am: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

2-31 – Koates Kids Pre-School: Coates Rec. Center: T/W 9:30am12pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

4 – Bingo Madness: Danville Public Llibrary: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

4,11,18,25 – Curiosity Corner: Coates Rec. Center: TH 9:30am12:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

4,11,18,25 – Colors of the Rainbow: City Auditorium: 1010:45am: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

5,12,19,26 – Story Time: Danville Public Llibrary: F 11am: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

6 – Story Lab: Danville Public Llibrary: 10-11am: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

6 – Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at River Fest: Pepsi Building: 10am-2pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

6 – Imagine Children’s Festival: Carrington Pavilion: 10am-4pm: 434.793.4636: www.playdanvilleva.com.

10 – Polliwogs & Science Stars: Danville Science Center: Polliwogs, Ages 3–5, 1–2pm; Science Stars, Ages 5-7, 3:30–4:30pm: $3/$6: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

11 – Teen Movie Night: Danville Public Llibrary: Ages 13+: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

13 – Xbox Kinect Bowling Tournament: Danville Public Llibrary: 11am: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

13 – Fall Fling: Sacred Heart School: 12-3pm: 434.793.2656.

15 – Book Share: Danville Public Llibrary: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www. playdanvilleva.com.

15-18 – Teen Read Week Monster Movie: Danville Public Llibrary: 4pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

17 – Skeleton Craft: Danville Public Llibrary-Westover: 3:30-4:30pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

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19,20,21 – Averett University Homecoming: www.Averett.edu/ homecoming.

20 – Red Carpet Gala: DEACC: 7-11pm: 434.791.4747: www.unionstreettheatre.com.

23 – Haunted Halloween: Main Street Methodist Church: 7-9pm: www.danvillehistory. org.

25 –The Jeanette Williams Band: Union Street Theatre: 8pm: 434.791.4747: UnionStreetTheatre.com.

26 – River City Halloween Costume Ball: Community Marke: 7pm-12am: 434.251.7716: www.rivercityhalloweenball.com.

26,27 – Historical Halloween in Grove Street Cemetery - Voices from Danville’s Past: 7pm/7:30pm/8pm: Danville Museum of Fine Arts & History: 434.793.5644: www. danvillemuseum.org.

27 - SCCA Charge of the Headlight Brigade: 8am: 434.822.7700:VIRginia International Raceway 29 – National Sumphony Orchestra of Cuba: GWHS Auditorium: 7:30pm: 434.792.9242: www.danvilleconcert.org.

Lifestyle/Lectures

2 – Listening to the Concerns and Needs of Job Creators: Stratford Courtyard Conference Center: 7:30am: 434.836.6990: dpchamber.org.

2 – Authors on Campus Series - Toby Smith: Averett Blount Chapel: 11:15am: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu.

2 – Uranium Forum: Institute for Advanced Learning & Research: 7pm: 434.836.6990: dpchamber.org.

2,8,15,22,29 – BNI Meeting: WAKG Building: 7am: 434.710.4408.

2,9 – US Politics and the Media: AU Riverview Campus: 5-6:30pm: 434.791.7189: www.averett.edu.

2,9,16 – Survival Series: Ballou Nature Center: 5-6:30pm: 434.799.5215: www. playdanvilleva.com.

3 – Social Media Marketing Made Simple: Institute for Advanced Learning & Research: 8:30am-1pm: 434.836.6990: dpchamber.org.

3 – Nutrition Tips: Ballou Rec. Center: 12:30pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva. com.

3,10,17 – Fiction in a Flash Workshop: AU Riverview Campus: 5:30-7pm: 434.791.7189: www.averett.edu.

4 – Yack & Snack Book Club: Main Public Library: 12-1pm: 434.799.5216 or 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

4 – Dan River District Boy Scout Leaders Roundtable: St. Luke’s UM Church: 7-8pm: 434.710.4408.

4 – Authors on Campus Series - Toby Smith: Averett Blount Chapel: 7:30pm: 434.791.5600: www.averett.edu.

4,11,18,25 – Road to Wellness Begins Here: Danville Public Library: 5:30-7pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

4,11,18,25 – Tai Chi Class: Ballou Rec. Center: 6-7pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com.

5 – Signin Seniors: Ballou Rec. Center: 1:304pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

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6 – Dan River Family Reunion: Schoolfield Museum & Cultural Center: 2-5pm: 540.589.5395.

6 – Magic of Broadway: Ballou Rec. Center: 5:30-8pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva. com.

6,13,20,27 – Virginia Grown Farmer’s Market: Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex: 8am-12pm: www.oldeagfoundation.org.

9 – 1859 Coffeehouse Lecture Series: Multipurpose Room, Averett University: 7pm: 434.791.7189: www.averett.edu.

7 – CROP Hunger Walk: Mount Vernon United Methodist Church: 2:30-4:30pm: 434.793.6824: www.danvillecropwalk.org.

9 – Stitchery Club: Ballou Rec. Center: 11am-12:30pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com.

9 – Hospice Volunteer Training: Ballou Rec. Center: 2-4pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

9,16,23 – Foundations of Investing: AU Riverview Campus: 6:30-8pm: 434.791.7189: www.averett.edu.

11 – Tunstall Band Booster Meeting: Tunstall High School: 6:30pm: 434.710.4408.

13 – Walk for St. Jude: Angler’s Park: 10am3pm: 434.793.9100: www.danvillevaevents.com.

16 – Benefits of Seeing a Chiropractor: Danville Public Llibrary, Westover: 3:30pm: 434.799.5195: www.playdanvilleva.com.

16 – Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting: Emeritus at Danville: 6pm: 434.791.3180.

16 – Building Earth’s Timeline: Danville Science Center: 6:30pm: 434.791.5160: www. dsc.smv.org.

17 – Southside Show-Biz Trade Show: Institute for Advanced Learning & Research: 12-6pm: 434.836.6990: dpchamber.org.

18 – Surviving Cancer: First Presbyterian Church: 11:30am-1pm: 434.766.6650.

18 – Landscaping Trees & Shrubs: Danville Public Library: 6:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

19 – Just Everyday Women Walking by Faith: Mary’s Diner: 11am-1pm.

23 –Trip to Cass Scenic Railroad State Park: Ballou Rec Center: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com.

23 – Fall Prevention: Ballou Rec. Center: 24pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

25 – Fashion Benefit for Breast Cancer: Rippe’s: 5:30-7pm: 434.792.6822.

27 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s: Ballou Park: 8am: 800.272.3900 or 434.845.8540: www. danvillewalktoendalz.org.

27 – God’s Storehouse Anniversary Collection: 9am-2pm: 434.793.3663: godsstorehouse@comcast.net.

27 – National Chemistry Week Celebration: Danville Science Center: 10:30am-2:30pm: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv. org.

29 – DRF Speaker Series - Tim Wilson: Institute for Advanced Learning and Research: 7:30am: 434.836.6990: www.drfonline.org.

30 – Aging with Dignity: Ballou Rec. Center: 2-4pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

Hobbies/Sports

1 – Beginners’ Line Dance Workshop:

Ballou Rec. Center: 11am-2pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

1-31 – An Abulous Workout: City Auditorium: M-TH 10:30-11:30am: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

1-31 – Cardio-Weight Fusion: City Auditorium: MW 5:30-6:30pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

2 – Fun with Beads: Ballou Rec. Center: 5:30-7:30pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com.

2-30 – Cardio Step Class: City Auditorium: TU/TH: 8:45-9:45am or 12-1pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

2-30 – Karate Class: Community Center, Chatham: TU 5:30-7:30pm: 434.432.3115: www. chathamcares.org.

2-30 – African Dance: City Auditorium: TU 6pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

2-30 – Urban Line Dance Class: Ballou Rec. Center: 6-7:30pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

2-30 – Sewing Classes: Coates Rec. Center: TU 6:30-8:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

2-30 – Belly Dancing Class: Community Center, Chatham: TU 7-8pm: 434.432.3115: www.chathamcares.org.

3-Nov. 7 – Beginner Shag I & II: Ballou Rec. Center: 7-8pm/8-9pm: 434.799.5216: www. playdanvilleva.com.

4,11,18,25 – Kuumba-West African Dance: City Armory: TH Kids, 6-6:30pm; Adults, 6:30-7:45pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

5 – DCC Educational Foundation Golf Tournament: Danville Golf Club: 7:15am: 434.797.8495.

6 – Kayak Tours: Newton’s Landing to Dan Daniels: 10:30am-12:30pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com.

6 – Concealed Handgun Class: Community Center, Chatham: 434.432.3115: www. chathamcares.org.

6 – RDF Adventure Race: Newton’s Landing: 12pm: 434.792.0621: www.ymcadanville.org.

10-27 - Averett Sports - Soccer,Volleyball, Football: AU: Locations/Times Vary: 434.791.5700: www.averettcougars.com.

13 – Fall River Clean Up: Pepsi Bldg: 11am1pm: 434.799.5215: www.playdanvilleva.com.

13 – Kings of Cornhole Tournament: Ballou Park: 2:30-4:30pm: 434.799.5215: www. playdanvilleva.com.

18 – Sky Watchers: Danville Science Center: Nightfall: 434.791.5160: www.dsc.smv.org.

19 – Bingo: Ballou Rec. Center: 2pm: 434.799.5216: www.playdanvilleva.com.

20 – Witches and Wolves Dog Run: Anglers Park: 10am-12pm: 434.799.5200: www. playdanvilleva.com.

23 – Zumba Classes: Times & locations vary: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

29 – Belly Dance Class: Pepsi Building: Mon. Intermediate-5:30pm, Beginning, 6:45pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

29 – Dancing in Heels: Pepsi Building: 8-9pm: 434.797.8848: www.playdanvilleva.com.

30-Nov. 27 – Sewing Classes: Coates Rec. Center: TU 6:30-8:30pm: 434.797.8848: www. playdanvilleva.com.

Martinsville Arts/Exhibits

Thru Oct. 27 – PAA Exhibits: from then until now... and Works by Carole Bryant: Piedmont Arts Association: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.

Thru Nov. 3 – Rocks to Racing Exhibit:Virginia Museum of Natural History: 276.634.4185: www. vmnh.net.

4,11,18,25 – Intro to Flash Photograhy and Painting with Light: The Artisan Center: 6-8pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org.

4 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop: Piedmont Arts: 9am: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.

5 – First Friday Art Walk: Studio 107: 5-7pm: 276.638.2107: www.piedmontarts.org.

9-Nov. 6 – Wearable Art: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter. org.

9-Nov. 6 – Hand-Building Pottery: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

10-Nov. 7 – Intro to to Stained Glass: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

11-Nov. 8 – Intro to Fine Woodworking: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

25 – Bus Trip to Virginia Museum of Fine Arts: Piedmont Arts: 8am: 276.632.3221: www. piedmontarts.org.

Kids/Family

3,17 – Homeschool Wednesdays:Virginia Museum of Natural History: Life Sciences - Plants (10/3), Animals (10/17): Ages 6-9 & 10-15: 1011:15am: 276.634.4185: www.vmnh.net.

31 – Doodle Bugs - Life Science Theme: Animals: Virginia Museum of Natural History: Ages 3-5: 9:3011:30am: 276.634.4185: www.vmnh.net.

Entertainment

6 – Howl-O-Ween Frightmares: MartinsvilleHenry County SPCA: 11am-4pm: 276.638:7297: www.spcamhc.org.

6 – Oktoberfest: Uptown: 11am-4pm: 276.340.9144: www.martinsvilleuptown.com.

11 – The Rise and Fall of the Great F. Scott Fitzgerald: Piedmont Arts: 6pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.

14 – Embers Concert: Chatmoss Country Club: 4pm: 276.638:7297: www.spcamhc.org.

18 – Trout Fishing in America: Piedmont Arts: 7pm: 276.632.3221: www.piedmontarts.org.

21 – Virginia is for Racing Lovers 300: Martinsville Speedway: 877.613.6066: www. martinsvillespeedway.com.

26,27,28 – NASCAR Weekend: Martinsville Speedway: 10/26-NASCAR Sprint Cup qualifying; 10/27-Kroger 200; 10/28-TUMS Fast Relief 500.

877.613.6066: www.martinsvillespeedway.com.

Lifestyle/Lectures 2 – Art for Sale! Working with Retailers: The Artisan Center: 6-9pm: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

9 –Photographing Your Work: The Artisan Center: 6-9pm: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

11 – Book Discussion: Spencer-Penn Centre: 7pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com.

Hobbies/Sports

4 – Photography Club: Spencer-Penn Centre: 6:30pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com.

13 – Bronze & Copper Clay Jewelry Creations: The Artisan Center: 9am-4pm: 276.656.5461: www.TheArtisanCenter.org.

16-Nov. 13 –Advanced Beaded Jewelry: The Artisan Center: 5:30-8:30pm: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

20 – Basket Weave-In: SpencerPenn Centre: 7:45am-5:20pm: 276.957.5757: www.thecentreatspencerpenn.com.

20 – Cruise In: Uptown: 4pm: 276.340.9144: www. martinsvilleuptown.com.

20,21 – Making and Working with Shop-Sawn Veneer: The Artisan Center: 276.656.5461: www.

TheArtisanCenter.org.

26 – Vera Bradley Bingo: Spencer-Penn Centre: 6pm: 276.957.5757 www.thecentreatspencerpenn. com.

SmL/Bedford Entertainment

Thru Oct. 28 - Ravenelle Corn Maze: Russell Farms, Forest: Sat 4pm: 434.609.0081: www. visitbedford.com.

Thru Oct. 30 - Farmers Market: Bedford Farmers Market: T-F 7am-2pm: 540.586.2148: www. centertownbedford.com.

Thru Oct. 31 - Wildlife Wednesday Cruises: Virginia Dare: 12-2pm: 540.297.7100: www. vadarecruises.com.

Thru ov. 10 - Wildlife, Pets & Strange Creatures Exhibit: Bower Center for the Arts: 540.586.4235: www.bowercenter.org.

1-31 - Programs at Nature Center: Peaks of Otter: 9am-5pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford. com.

5,6 – Vettes on The Point: The Point at SML: 10am-4pm: www.virginiacorvetteclub.com.

5,6,7 – SML Charity Home Tour: Smith Mountain Lake: 540.297.8687: smlcharityhometour. com.

5-14 - American Craft Week: The Little Gallery: 540.721.1596: www.thelittlegallerysml.com.

5-28 - Demonstrations of Appalachian Culture: Peaks of Otter: 9am-5pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com.

5-28 - Peak Foliage Open House: Peaks of Otter Winery: Sat/Sun 12-5pm: 540.586.3707: www. peaksofotterwinery.com.

6 - Civil War Encampment: Peaks of Otter: 911am: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com.

6 - Caring for Your Treasures: Poplar Forest: 434.525.1806: www.poplarforest.org.

6 - Raid on Johnson Farm: Peaks of Otter: 2pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com.

6,13,20,27 - Kids Fishing at Abbott Lake: Peaks of Otter: 9am-10pm: 540.586.4496: www. visitbedford.com.

6-28 - Programs at Johnson Farm: Peaks of Otter: 9am-5pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford. com.

11 - National Night Out: Bedford Farmers Market: 6:30-9pm: 540.587.6011: www.visitbedford.

com.

11 - Ghost Walk Longwood Cemetery: 540.586.4520: www.visitbedford.com.

12 - 2nd Fridays: Centertown Bedford: 540.586.2148: www.centertownbedford.com.

13 - Fall Festival: Sweetwater RV Park: 8am-6pm: 540.296.0522: www.sweetwaterrvpark.com.

13 - Poplar Forest 5k: Poplar Forest: 8:30am: 434.525.1806: www.poplarforest.org.

13 - Family Archaeology in the Field: Poplar Forest: 434.525.1806: www.poplarforest.org.

13 – Music Jam: Camp Karma Primitive Camping: 7-10pm: 540.297.5762: www.visitbedford.com.

13 - Sunset Saturdays Music Series: Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery: 7-10pm: 540.296.1393: www.smlwine.com.

13 - Ken Horne & Allison Johnson Concert: Bower Center for the Arts: 7:30pm: 540.586.4235: www.bowercenter.org.

13 - Starry, Starry Night: Peaks of Otter: 7:30pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com.

14 - General Eisenhower’s Birthday Bash: National D-Day Memorial: 1-4pm: 540.587.3619: www.dday.org.

19 – Mystery Dinner Theatre: Gallery 2000: 5:30-7:30pm: 434.755.1272: www.visitbedford.com.

20 – Family Archaeology in the Lab: Poplar Forest: 434.525.1806: www.poplarforest.org.

20 - Farmin’ On the Mountain Program: Peaks of Otter: 7:30pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford. com.

27 - Boo-Ford Halloween Festival: Centertown Bedford: 540.586.2148: www.centertownbedford. com.

27 - Chili Cook-Off: Sedalia Center: 12-5pm: 434.299.6463: www.sedaliacenter.org.

27 –Goblins and Goodies: SML State Park: 2-4pm: 540.297.5998: www.dcr.virginia.gov.

27 - “Hollow”een Program & Stories: Peaks of Otter: 7pm: 540.586.4496: www.visitbedford.com.

Roanoke Entertainment

1 – Roanoke Symphony Orchestra: Roanoke Civic Center: 8pm: 877.482.8496: www. roanokeciviccenter.com.

5,6 – Extraordinary Women Conference: Roanoke Civic Center: 877.482.8496: www. roanokeciviccenter.com.

12,13,14 – Craftsmen’s Fall Classic Art & Craft Festival: Roanoke Civic Center, Special Events Center: 10am/11am: 540.853.5483: www. roanokeciviccenter.com.

18 – Newsboys Concert: Salem Civic Center: 710pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com.

18 – Grace Potter & The Nocturnals: Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre: 8pm: 540.853.5483: www. roanokeciviccenter.com.

21 – Wine and Unwind Wine Festival: Salem Civic Center Lawn: 12-5pm: 540.387.0267: www. salemciviccenter.com.

25 – Eric Church - Blood, Sweat and Beers Tour: Roanoke Civic Center: 7:30pm: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com.

26 – Mike Epps: I’m Still Standing Tour: Roanoke Performing Arts Theatre: 7pm: 540.853.5483: www.roanokeciviccenter.com.

27 – LeAnn Rimes Concert: Salem Civic Center: 8-11pm: 800.745.3000: www.salemciviccenter.com.

27,28 – Roanoke Valley Gun Show:

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North Carolina Entertainment

2-31 – Art Exhibit-Step N2 the Artz - Dominican Republic: Kirby Gallery, Roxboro: Reception 10/12, 6-8pm: 336.597.1709: www.kirbytheater.com.

3,10,17,24 – ABC Pre-School Storytime: Person County Public Library: 10:30-11am: www. personcounty.net.

4 – Alive After Five: Merritt Commons: 5:309:30pm: 336.599.0918.

4,5,6 – Friends of Library Book Sale: Person County Public Library: Times Vary: www. personcounty.net.

6 – DRBA First Saturday Outing: Smith River Cleanup: 10am: 336.613.6723: www.danriver.org.

11 – Shrimp Fest: Flea Market Bldg, Roxboro: 5pm: 336.599.8333: www.visitroxboronc.com.

11 – Dark in the Park: Historic Bethabara Park, Winston-Salem, NC: 5:30-8pm: 336.924.8191: www. bethabarapark.org.

12 – Legends of Motown: Kirby Theater, Roxboro: 7pm: 336.597.1709: www.artsinperson.com.

13– Canoe & Kayak Race: Mayo Lake, Roxboro: 10am: www.personcounty.net.

13– Star Gazing: Mayo Park, Roxboro: 9-10pm: www.personcounty.net.

17 – In the Time of Butterflies-Film: Kirby Theater, Roxboro: 7pm: 336.597.1709: www. artsinperson.com.

26,27,28 – A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum: Kirby Theater, Roxboro: 7:30pm/3pm: 336.597.1709: www.artsinperson.com.

26-Nov. 3 – Dracula: Rockingham County Agricultural Center: 7:30pm: 336.627.0228: www. tgrc-nc.com.

27 – Bethabara By Night: Historic Bethabara

25 – Brad Bass Cabaret: Union Street Theatre: 8pm: 434.791.4747: UnionStreetTheatre.com.

Park, Winston-Salem, NC: 7-9pm: 336.924.8191: www.bethabarapark.org.

31 – Halloween Storytime: Person County Public Library: 10:30-11am: www.personcounty. net.

South Boston

3 – Antiques and Heirlooms Fundraiser: South Boston/Halifax County Museum: 5-8pm: 434.753.2137: www.sbhcmuseum.org.

6 – Mountain Heart Concert: The Prizery: 7:30pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com.

south Boston Entertainment

10,11 – Holiday Living Show: Halifax County High School: 9am/1pm: www. halifaxbusinesswomen.org.

11-19 – Marvelous Wonderettes: The Prizery: 7:30pm/3pm: 434.572.8339: www.prizery.com.

27 – October Halifest: Farmers Market, Halifax: 11am: 434.470.1602: www.gohalifaxva.com.

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1 – Dan River District Boy Scout Leaders Roundtable: St. Luke’s UM Church: 7-8pm: 434.710.4408.

1,2,3,4 – Chicago: Pritchett Auditorium, Averett: 7:30/2:30pm: 434.791.5712: www.averett.edu.

3 – Give Thanks for Smiles Fundraiser: 4 Danville Dental Locations: 434.822.0500.

3 – Danville Symphony Orchestra Fall Classical Concert: GWHS: 8pm: 434.797.2666: www.danvillesymphony.net.

11 – Showcase Magazine Bridal Showcase and Wedding Expo: Institute for Advanced Learning & Research. 434.728.2905: www. showcasemagazine.com.

15,16,17 – Doubt: Union Street Theatre: 434.791.4747: UnionStreetTheatre.com.

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1 – Bob Ross Technique Workshop: Piedmont Arts: 9am: 276.632.3221: Puzzle 1 (Hard, difficulty rating 0.66) www.piedmontarts.org.

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1-30 – Art Exhibit-Sappony Art: Strength: Kirby Gallery, 3 Roxboro: 1 5 Reception 6 9 11/3, 8 2-3:15pm: 2 4 7 336.597.1709: www.kirbytheater.com.

9 Skaggs 2 &7 Kentucky 3 4Thunder 5 1Concert: 8 3 –6Ricky Caswell County Civic Center: 8pm: 336.694.4591: 8 4 7 5 1 2 9 3 6 www.ccfta.org.

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The coming of autumn is always a relief. Cooler temperatures are so welcome, and surely most people must love the bright oranges, yellows, and reds of the trees.

This time of year always brings a reminder of the “law of the harvest.”

Apple trees will never grow cherries, pumpkin seeds will never produce watermelon, etc. Last year, this column stated there is a law of the harvest that pertains to animals. Simply stated, it is this: If a community wants to end the abuse of animals, and wants to end the euthanasia of healthy animals, there must be fewer animals born, there must be a way to ensure that animals are not placed in irresponsible homes, and a community needs to be intolerant of any abuse.

Lately, we have been reminded of another law of the harvest with animals: If companion animals are given good food, a constant source of water, and lots of attention and kindness, chances are they will bloom into wonderful, happy companions.

We see this law of the harvest with animals that come into the shelter.

Many are thin, dirty, flea-ridden, and matted. After grooming, a good diet, and kindness from staff members and volunteers, they become beautiful creatures with a zest for life.

We have also seen the law of the harvest with animals who are in homes where they are being neglected. Perhaps they are being given the minimum care required by law to sustain life, but without attention and kindness, they have become mere shells of animals. Physically, they are alive, but emotionally and psychologically, they are empty.

As we spay/neuter more animals in this area, as we ensure animals are placed in loving, responsible homes, and as we teach the young generation to be kind to animals, the future harvest of a humane society will be good for the animals, and for the humans. SM

Rosie

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The Unlikely Camp-Out

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Month to month you will find Misty stating the outrageous

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or ridiculous truths in her day-to-day life, and you will realize that you are not alone in this maniacal concept known as parenting. Yes, welcome to 5150 Lunatic LaneWhere skills and tactics are tried, tested, and often fail. But she keeps doing it anyway!

Misty’s children Jason-20, Corey-12, Spencer-11, Tucker-9, and Kendall-8 know all too well the joy and sorrow of being a big family.

And new husband Scott is still waiting for the punch line.

Happy Birthday, Spencer!!!

Remember that crazy weekend at the end of June when it was 105 degrees and half the people we know lost power for like nine days? Well, I didn’t lose mine. Only, our upstairs AC unit decided to stop working. Our bedrooms, except Jason’s, are up there. He was oblivious to our upstairs hell until one night he walked into the kitchen and found the floor lined with twin mattresses. Then Jason started to ask a few questions.

We toughed it out on the first hot night. Our upstairs was 82 degrees at 10pm. I went to sleep before it climbed any higher.

But the second night it was 88 degrees. Scott informed me that he would be sleeping on the couch. But I’d already made the decision to move the kids downstairs. I hadn’t thought about myself yet.

So Scott got the couch and Tucker, Spencer, and Kendall slept on their mattresses. Since Corey and I don’t have twin mattresses we had to share with someone else. Corey declined and was happy to sleep alone on the floor. I, however, was not sleeping on a wooden floor. So I shared a bed with Spencer.

It was so much fun for us to all “camp out” together like that.

Unfortunately, after a while, it was time to go to sleep. But Kendall would not stop laughing. It went on and on and on. As soon as she stopped one of the boys would pass gas...and there we went again.

Twenty-two minutes later I’m tired, sleepy, and irritated. She even laughed when I threatened her to laugh one more time.

I told her if one more sound came from her body that her mattress would be hoisted into the living room where Scott was watching TV, and she would be sleeping there for the night.

Apparently, that was funny as well.

And away she went. My fury allowed me to drag her mattress to the next room like it was a pillow. I told her goodnight and I walked back to the kitchen. She was pleading for Scott to let her go back to the kitchen. But he was watching TV, and there is no talking while Scott is watching TV. So he told her if she spoke again he would move her mattress into the hallway. The solitude of the hallway was enough to quiet her, finally.

It wasn’t over, Corey thought he would continue the show and act a fool. It was after 11pm. I was delirious.

Tucker chimed in and wanted to be a funny guy too. I explained to the two of them that the next person would be moved into the sunroom. The sunroom is a separate room off from the kitchen.

Corey got quiet. Tucker did not.

Spencer thought he could get in a few chuckles without me noticing. He was right. He had a strategy to his laughter. He only laughed when I was already fussing at someone else for laughing. He

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was able to contain his laughter before I had time to make it around to him.

Away went Tucker’s mattress to the sunroom. Tucker’s mattress was heavier than Kendall’s, so I had a little struggle. I hit my toe on something in the process, but my adrenaline was going, so seeing the blood on the floor confused me. I looked down and half my toenail was gone! Great!

While getting myself a Band-Aid I heard a knock at the front door.

Seconds later I heard Kendall crying and saying hysterically, “No, Scott, noooooo!!” She thought my toe injury would be a good time to ask to go back into the kitchen. She was moved to the hallway.

And it all had to happen while a pizza was being delivered. I figured the pizza guy would call the police after Kendall’s desperate pleas.

As I settled back onto my mattress the kitchen light flipped on and Jason popped in holding a pizza. I just looked at him. I didn’t even have words. It didn’t really dawn on me that the kitchen would be needed when I realized there was a pizza at the door.

Suddenly, Spencer declared he was hungry and would like a slice of pizza. I don’t argue with a hungry child, so he got up and had a slice.

Meanwhile, Kendall cried in the hallway, Tucker called me to join him in the sunroom, and Corey started up again.

I think I began to tear up a little.

Spencer finished his pizza, Corey got moved to the living room because he couldn’t be quiet, and I went to see what Tucker wanted.

By this time Kendall had earned her way back in the living room for good behavior. Being surrounded by windows at night when you are trying to sleep is apparently freaky for a child so Tucker won his case and got to go back into the kitchen. (Another thing I don’t argue with is a scared child.)

Finally everyone was quiet.

Tucker was happy to be back beside me.

Kendall was happy to be anywhere but the hallway.

Corey was really happy because he was interested in what Scott was watching on TV.

Spencer was happy because he got to laugh all night, have pizza, AND never had to leave the room.

A couple of days later the AC was fixed and we were all back in our own bedrooms. Our hilarious sleepover in the kitchen turned out to not be so bad after all. It was definitely better than the time Spencer, Tucker, Kendall, and I slept in a tent on gravel because SOMEONE forgot the air mattress. Ah, that’s another story. SM

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