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March/April 2017 contents

Health and Well-being

home and family

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53 Fun with Kids: Reading Seuss 54 Tiny Titans 56 Rose Herring Children’s Library

caring hearts: Common Threads Lions KidSight USA Stealthy Carbon-Dioxide Exfoliate Your Skin?

62 Sprucing up for Spring 64 Bathroom Cleanliness 66 Laundry Tips 74 Load the Dishwasher!

74 How to Ditch the Clutter 98 Sisters and Secrets

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68 Home and Garden 60 Spring in the Garden

63 King of Spades Garden Club 68 Triumphant Tulips!

72 Get Rid of Yard Weeds

76 Build a Terrarium for 2017 78 Free gardening seminars

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Dr. Brock: Kids & the Loss of a Pet HSDC and Change Book: Ree Drummond’s “Charlie” Know the Basset Hound

in every issue...

10 Our Recipe Box 12 editor’s letter 14 beginnings 60 USA Flag Contest 88 Subscription Form 106 What Is That?

110 Business Section 112 Sandra’s closing devotion 6

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March/April 2017 On the cover: Hello Spring! We use this Springtime graphic to say hello to the time when everything begins anew, including our updated masthead and shortened name!

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Budbreak Festival Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame Day Trip: Easter Sunrise at Old Salem Pilot Mountain State Park Events Beginning Biking

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foodsandflavors™ 16 Spring Carrots 22 In Amanda’s Kitchen 24 Chef Jeff: Navigating Alliums 26 Eating the Med Way 34 dessert tray: Cream of Coconut Cake 38 Cookbook Collector: Deep Run Roots 40 “The Sugar Egg Lady” 42 YV Wines & Winemakers 46 Chef Rabb: Biscuit Bar & Flavoured Butters 51 Herbs: Mint

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Bacon,Onion Quiche Bites p. 52 Black Bean Salsa p. 28 Brown Rice Salad p. 28 Caramel Apple Cheese Cake Bars p. 17 Carrot & Raisin Salad p. 19 Carrot Cake p. 36 Carrot Cake Bites p. 19 Carrot Orzo p. 20 Cheddar, Chive & Bacon Biscuits p. 49 Chicken Vegetable Fried Rice p. 30 Chicken Pie p. 37 Classic Southern Biscuits p. 50 Corn Casserole p. 22 Cream of Coconut Cake p. 34

Golden Glow Salad p. 20 Honey Balsamic Glazed Salmon p. 33 Mediterranean Tuna Salad p. 33 Mint Chocolate Iced Shortbread p. 51 Mom's Carrot Casserole p. 20 Mushroom Beef Burger p. 32 Orange Butter p. 48 Red Peas and Onion Gravy p. 38 Roasted Vegetables p. 18 Savory Herb Butter p. 48 Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp p. 30 Squash and Onions p. 38 Strawberry Butter p. 48 Vegetable Omelet p. 28 36 The Best Carrot Cake Ever Jaime Maines 37 A Family Loved Chicken Pie Hazel Casstevens

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Yadkin Valley Magazine is a publication of Creekside Communications, Inc. 413 Cherry Street / Post Office Box 627 East Bend, NC 27018 Toll Free 1-866-280-4664 March/April 2017 Volume 17 Number 4

You know how us grandmothers are. ..we have to share pictures of our kids, grandkids and the dog! Here’s Abbey, who’s now been with us a year. We love this little German Shredder, oops, I mean Shepherd!

Abbey wants to add congrats to her cousin, “Rumor,” winner of the Westminster Dog Show!

The very definition of the spring season is new life, renewal and regrowth.

Old Man Winter and all those gray, dreary days are gone and we anticipate an increase in the length of daylight, warm breezes and lots of sunshine. Yet Mother Nature can throw us some curves with unusual and unstable weather this time of year. Ah, but on those nice days, it's time to get the bike out, get it in shape, update your cycling gear and hit the road for some fresh air.

Spring is traditionally the time to revitalize your home, yard and garden with the new hot colors in furniture and accessories, some trending plantings for your garden and the annual weed battle. The King of Spades Garden Club demonstrates its talents with all its community projects—one established and active group.The garden splendors of spring are heralded in by a stunning find of tulips, tender spring veggies as well as creating a new terrarium for 2017.

Easter is a most important religious occasion for Christians celebrated with a traditional sunrise service. If you haven't experienced one, you are missing out on a very inspirational occurrence. You'll love our sugar egg artist. When 88% of parents make Easter baskets for the kids—imagine the smiles finding a sugar egg complete with an inside scence on Easter morning.

April also hosts National Library Week and we have a new children's library room in the Wilkes County Public Library to impress you. The Pioneer Woman, (Ree Drummond) has written a series of kids' books using her basset hound, Charlie, the Ranch Dog, who sadly passed away this winter. We include Charlie Plays Ball in all about PETS and characteristics of the basset hound breed.

The Yadkin Valley tastes good with over 25 recipes in this issue. foodsandflavors features carrots, onions, a corn casserole, the usual tasty dessert tray, a biscuit bar with flavoured butters (biscuits fresh from the oven, oh-so-good), two new Yadkin Valley Best Cooks and Vivian Howard's new slant on coastal NC cooking with her new cookbook, Deep Run Roots. Marilyn shares the new Med instead of Meds Diet promoted by the State—suggesting a major change in most of our diets that so benefits our health!

Yadkin Valley Weekends sends us in all directions with Budbreak-a wine and craft beer event, a fundraising breakfast, museum exhibits, plays, a model train club, a quilt show and discovering local business resources at BizFest.

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Publisher/Editor Barbara Krenzer Norman Advertising Sales John Norman Ken Knight, Denise Conrad Contributing Writers Robin Brock, D.V.M., Miranda N. Burgin, Colleen Church, Betty Cooper, Caroline Donalson, Laurie Dunkelberger, Carrie DuPre, Jennifer Furr, Kathleen Guthrie, Chef Jeff Harris, Ruth R. Henderson, Amanda Joyner, Jan Kelly, Emily-Sarah Lineback, Carmen Long, Cindy Martin, Laura Mathis, Sandra Miller, Judy Mitchell, Tavi Petree, Steve Preston, Chef Catherine Rabb, Adrienne Roethling, June Rollins, Mellisa Rollins, Jessica Owens Wall, Marilyn C. Wells.

Photographs & Photographers John & Barbara Norman, June Rollins, Miranda N. Burgin, Cindy Martin, Tavi Petree, Jan Kelly, Amanda Joyner Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden, Mitchell’s Greenhouse & Nursery, Budbreak Distribution Ken Knight, Cindy & Wayne Martin, Rebecca Cranfill YVLM Test Kitchen Chef Amanda Joyner To inquire about advertising in Yadkin Valley Magazine (336) 699-2446 (866) 280-4664 advertising@yadkinvalleymagazine.com Yadkin Valley Living assumes no responsibility for unsolicited materials. Entire contents copyright © 2017.

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Be The Best You Can Be

Rose Westerland Shrub

She is not hybrid tea rose status, but what an amazing little shrub rose I’m tending in my flower garden. My Rose Westerland Shrub, an undemanding diva with her generous, ever-changing, spicy, fragrant blooms inspires me to be the best I can be.

If you can’t be a pine on the top of the hill, Be a scrub in the valley—but be The best little scrub by the side of the rill; Be a bush if you can’t be a tree.

If you can’t be a bush be a bit of the grass, And some highway happier make; If you can’t be a muskie then just be a bass — But the liveliest bass in the lake!

We can’t all be captains, we’ve got to be crew, There’s something for all of us here, There’s big work to do, and there’s lesser to do, And the task you must do is the near.

If you can’t be a highway then just be a trail, If you can’t be the sun be a star; It isn’t by size that you win or you fail — Be the best of whatever you are!

—Douglas Malloch (1877-1938) American Poet, Short Story Writer

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We are each gifted in a unique and important way. It is our privilege and our adventure to discover our own special light.

—Mary Dunbar Wishing you shrub rose, discoveries.

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foodsandflavors~™ Carmen Long

Carrots

by Carmen Long Family and Consumer Agent N.C. Cooperative Extension Surry & Alleghany county centers.

Spring is here and with that comes the thoughts of Easter, bunnies and carrots. Carrots are one of my favorite vegetables. I really love the cooked carrots served at Japanese restaurants, but also enjoy carrots raw and in a variety of recipes I make at home.

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– A Spring time Classic

and carrots really do brighten up a plate.

Typically bright orange, although carrots in earlier times were small red, yellow or purple roots, carrots are the leading source of beta carotene in the American diet. Vitamin A is derived from beta carotene and has many health benefits.

From lowering cholesterol to improving eyesight, the positive aspects of carrots are greater than their lively color and delicious taste.

Carrots are available year around at very reasonable prices. The states producing the most carrots are California, Texas, Washington, Michigan, Florida, Colorado and Wisconsin.

Carrots are in the same family as parsley, dill, celery and the wild flower Queen Anne’s Lace. These plants all have the same feathery leaves. Most of the carrots we buy come in one or two-pound bags, but occasionally you can find carrots with the green tops sold individually at a farmer’s market or in the grocery store. Although, the ones with tops are sometimes thought to be the freshest, refrigerated carrots in moisture retaining bags preserve sweetness and crispness.

Store carrots in the crisper section of your refrigerator. If you buy carrots with tops, remove the tops before storing in a perforated or loosely closed plastic bag. The tops will wilt and decay fairly quickly. They also remove moisture from the carrot, turning the carrot limp and rubbery. Do not store carrots together with apples, pears or other fruits which give off high levels of the ripening agent ethylene. This could yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

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cause the vegetables to prematurely ripen and spoil.

Limp carrots can sometimes be refreshed by soaking in ice water for 20 to 30 minutes.

Carrots are also available frozen and canned. Frozen carrots do not contain as much vitamin C as fresh carrots. Canned carrots have less nutritional value and often are much higher in sodium. Look for canned carrots with no salt added or drain and rinse well before using.

In the mid-1980s a California farmer, upset about the waste from carrots not able to be sold due to imperfections, created “baby cut carrots” from larger carrots that otherwise would be discarded. This ready-to-eat product has almost doubled the amount of carrots consumed by Americans. “Baby-cut” carrots often develop a whitish color due to dehydration of the cut surface. "Baby-cut" carrots are more prone to this problem since their entire surface area is a cut surface. Low-temperature and highhumidity storage can minimize the white appearance.

True baby carrots are harvested when they are still very small. Often the green tops are still attached and they are sold in specialty shops or markets.

There are so many ways to prepare carrots. Not long ago I was cooking lunch for close to 20 people and decided to make hot chicken salad casseroles, tossed green salad and cooked carrots. I recently learned you can peel carrots using both sides of the carrot peeler blade. Place the peeler at the top and run it down the carrot. Rotate the carrot and run the peeler back to the top of the carrot without taking the peeler away from the vegetable. I was amazed at how much quicker this technique was than running the blade down the carrot and then moving the peeler back to the top and starting from the top position each time. Rinse carrots thoroughly under running water and use a food processor to slice. My 5-pound bag of carrots was prepped and in the pot fairly quickly. I cooked the carrots until tender in just a little bit of water and then tossed them in a glaze of orange juice and honey. The carrots were quite tasty and a very colorful addition to our plates. From snacks, salads, side dishes to desserts carrots are a very versatile vegetable. Try some of the following recipes to brighten up your spring meals.

Source: The Wellness Encyclopedia of Food and Nutrition, University of California at Berkeley

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Roasted Vegetables Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots.

Topping: 2 Tablespoons of olive oil, may need more depending on the amount of vegetables. Cumin, salt and pepper to taste.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy clean up. Cut vegetables into 2-inch pieces. Toss in olive oil on baking sheet.

Sprinkle with cumin, salt and pepper; toss vegetables to coat well. Bake until fork tender.

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Carrot Cake Bites ½ cup flour 1 cup dry oatmeal 1 Tablespoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg ½ cup butter 1 cup shredded carrots ½ cup raisins ½ package cream cheese (about 4ounces) Non-stick cooking spray Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray cookie sheet with non-stick spray. Stir together flour, oatmeal, cinnamon, baking soda and brown sugar in a bowl. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, butter, carrots, raisins and cream cheese together. Combine dry mixture with the wet mixture.

Spoon small portions of batter onto the cookie sheet.

Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.

Makes 24 servings.

Carrot and Raisin Salad 2 cups packed shredded carrots ¼ cup crushed pineapple, packed in juice, drained 1 teaspoon sugar ¼ cup raisins 3 Tablespoons low-fat vanilla yogurt • Mix all ingredients together.

• Refrigerate.

Preparation Tip: To keep raisins from drying out, place the box of raisins in a plastic storage bag.

Food Safety Tip: If you take this for lunch or for a group meal be sure to pack it with an ice pack.

Excellent source of vitamin A. Good source of vitamin C. Similar to the Carrot Raisin salad once available at Chick-fil-A. Makes 5 servings.

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8 ounces carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 2 cups) 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 to 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt (optional) ½ teaspoon pepper 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 3 Tablespoon chopped fresh chives (can substitute onion or green onions) 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (can substitute ½ teaspoon dried oregano or basil) Process carrots in a food processor 15 seconds or until finally chopped. Combine 2 ½ cups water and broth in a microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave on High 5 minutes or until very hot.

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add carrots and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender. Add orzo and garlic; cook 1 minute. Slowly stir hot broth mixture, salt and pepper into orzo mixture. Cook, stirring often, 15 to 18 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Stir in Parmesan cheese, chives and thyme until blended. Serve immediately. Serves 6 to 8.

Mom's Carrot Casserole

From my mom, Alice Sturgill, who got it from her mother, Faye Weber (my grandmother).

4 cups of raw, sliced carrots or enough to equal 3 cups of cooked 1 can cream of celery soup 1/4 cup of dry breadcrumbs sautéed in 1 Tablespoon of butter 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Mix together carrots and soup; put in a greased 1-quart casserole dish. Top with bread crumbs and cheese.

Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Golden Glow Salad

One of my mom’s, (Alice Sturgill), springtime favorites) 1 (3-ounce) package orange jello 1 cup hot water 1 cup canned pineapple juice 1 Tablespoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained) 1 cup grated raw carrots 1/3 cup pecans finally chopped Dissolve jello in hot water. Add pineapple juice, vinegar and salt. Chill. When slightly thickened, add carrots, pineapple and nuts. Pour into a dish or jello mold. Chill until firm.

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foodsandflavors~™ in Amanda’s Kitchen This recipe is especially easy...it's what us home cooks like to call a "one bowl wonder," translation: "The less dishes I have to wash the better!" It took all of five minutes to put this recipe together; or the commercial time between my favorite Pioneer Woman episodes (whichever is shorter).

If you are feeling especially lazy you could make it the night before and just reheat in the oven before dinner time, it's that simple. I actually made this as a side dish to this past year’s Thanksgiving lunch, we opted out of the traditional turkey and splurged on prime rib instead, what a treat! I assumed everyone would be up for a "different" side dish this year so besides volunteering for my usual "famous" mac and cheese, I suggested this corn casserole, what a hit it was. It was half gone before I could even make my round to the side dish table, it was moist but not soupy in any way—it reminds me of a corn muffin but in different form.

Loaded with the richness of the cream corn and the pieces of whole corn throughout, the sour cream gives it just enough flavor to keep you guessing, "What flavor is this I'm tasting?" So if you are tired of the same ole mashed potatoes or boxed macaroni as your side dish, try this super easy corn casserole, you won't even miss the potatoes!

Amanda Joyner

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Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9x9-inch casserole dish.

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by Chef Jeff Harris Admissions Classroom Presenter-Culinary Johnson & Wales University Like to learn about a career in culinary arts?

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Navigating Alliums

Even though you may not be familiar with the term Allium, you probably use them all of the time. This is the genus including shallots, garlic, leeks, chives, scallions and onions. With springtime on the way, all sorts of alliums are sure to start popping up at your local farmers market. Here are a few helpful hints to help you navigate between the different types.

1. Green Onions vs. Spring Onions: These two onions are very easy to confuse.

While they both look similar, with long stems that gradually run from green to white, Spring onions are the ones with a bulb at the end. Spring onions have a more intense onion flavor, and should be cooked or roasted for consumption.

Green onions, on the other hand, grow without a bulb, and are more commonly found at the supermarket. They are generally milder in flavor and can be used raw, as a garnish, or cooked.

2. Ramps: Another allium that grows in the spring is the Ramp. This ingredient has broad and smooth green leaves with a white stem that looks like green onions.

They are cultivated in the spring and best served pickled. Legend has it that the juice from the ramp can be used as a tonic to help heal from winters cold.

3. Chives: This species of alliums has a long slender appearance and is green all the way to the bottom with violet flowers on top. Chives are the most delicate of all of the alliums. They make a great garnish, and are delicious when mixed with cream cheese to make a spread for bagels. While these can be found around grocery stores and farmers markets alike, one benefit of growing them in your own garden is their ability to keep insects and pests away.

4. Leeks: The leek is the largest of the alliums, and look almost like a giant green onion. The tops are darker green and taper down in color with white bottoms. They have cylindrical shape with leaves bundled together. Leeks contain albumin, the same protein found in egg whites, and can help to remove impurities from chicken stock. Before using, remove the root, and make sure to cut your leeks in half and wash well to get out all of the dirt.

5. Pickling Ideas: Pickle your ramps or spring onions for a burst of flavor and longer storage. Trim the tops off of your ramps, leaving only the white bottoms and a small portion of the green on top. Clean your ramps and pack into a canning jar. Bring 1 cup of apple cider vinegar, 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, 1 Tablespoon of salt, and 1 Tablespoon of pickling spice to a boil; remove from heat, and pour over your ramps. Seal the jar and let cool to room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Wait for two weeks for the flavors to marinate before serving.

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Recently, updated dietary guidelines from NC State University, NC Public Health and Human Services, with support of Eat Smart, Move More North Carolina have been released after extensive research on nutritional requirements needed to promote better health and reduce the need for so many medications.

This article explains the new dietary recommendations which are referred to as “Med Instead of Meds”.

The Mediterranean diet has been proven to help manage blood pressure, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease as much as 30 to 60%. Eating the Med Way reduces the risk of some forms of cancer and decreases the risk of type 2 diabetes. Studies showed the risk of developing type 2 diabetes was reduced by 52% with this diet. Other research shows eating the Med Way protects against cognitive decline by protecting blood vessels of the brain and lowering risk of developing Alzheimer’s by 40%. The Mediterranean diet improves eye health and decreases the risk of macular degeneration. A surprising fact: this diet is more effective than a low-fat diet for weight loss in overweight and obese people.

Changing your diet with the following suggestions will help your switch to eating the med way simpler. Change your protein by replacing red meat with plantbased protein such as beans and legumes. Limit your red meat to two to three servings per month. Eat seafood at least three times a week including salmon and mackerel which are fatty fish. Avoid fried fish. White meat poultry, such as turkey and chicken should be eaten at least two times a week.

Swap your fats and choose olive oil instead of solid fats such as butter and margarine. Also, use olive oil instead of other oils in cooking, dressings and marinades.

It is suggested to consume four tablespoons per day.

Eat more vegetables and fruits. Get at least five servings per day and choose a variety of colors. Eat more of the dark green, leafy vegetables such as collards, spinach, kale and turnip greens which have the most nutrients.

Snack on nuts and seeds three times per week. Three ounces is recommended and a small handful equals an ounce. Avoid candied, honey-roasted and heavily salted nuts and seeds.

Choose whole grain foods such as oatmeal, quinoa, brown rice and popcorn.

Look for “whole” in the first ingredient on the ingredient list when choosing breads and pasta.

Limit your sugary desserts and sweetened beverages to no more than three servings per week. Avoid sodas and sweet iced tea.

Fast food or highly processed foods should be eaten rarely or never.

Use herbs or spices instead of salt to flavor foods.

Drink no more than five ounces of red wine a day for women of all ages and men older than 65. For younger men drink no more than ten ounces of red wine per day.

Be physically active for 30 minutes per day or 150 minutes per week.

Eating like people living in the Mediterranean region has been proven to promote health and decrease risk of chronic diseases. Eating the Med Way is not only healthy but delicious and satisfying. The following recipes are a sampling from the many healthy recipes on the website http:// medinsteadofmeds.com which you can visit for more information and recipes. yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

Mill Creek General Store offers a large variety of foods/ ingredients that are essential to the Mediterranean Diet - offered in bulk and small quantities Nuts and seeds have antioxidants and the type of fat that is good for your cardiovascular system.

Beans and peas are nutritious sources of protein and ďŹ ber in the Mediterranean diet.

The grains used in the Med diet contain little to no saturated and trans fats.

Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, Olive Oil is used as the principal fat to season and prepare food items.

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Thanks to the liberal use of rich, quality spices, virtually all Mediterranean fare is distinctive and avorful.

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Black Bean Salsa

Use this salsa recipe with a salad or tacos. If you like a spicier salsa, add jalapeno or chile peppers.

1 (15-ounce) bag of frozen corn 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups chopped tomatoes ½ cup chopped onion 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Cook frozen corn according to directions; chill. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Serve immediately or chill until serving.

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Brown Rice Salad

Vegetables, fruits and grains can be altered to your liking.

This side dish can also be served on top of a green salad.

1 avocado, cubed 2 cups cooked brown rice, chilled 1 orange, cut in small pieces 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 green onion, sliced 2 to 3 Tablespoons each (parsley, mint, cilantro, basil) For dressing: 2 Tablespoons juice from 1 lime or lemon 2 Tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Combine avocado, brown rice, orange pieces, black beans and onion in a large bowl. Combine juice, olive oil and salt and pepper in a small bowl; whisk. Pour dressing over salad;stir to coat. Add herbs; combine with salad.

Can refrigerate for several days.

Vegetable Omelet

The Mediterranean diet includes lots of veggies and this is one way to add veggies to start the day. Keep a container of chopped vegetables in the refrigerator for quick prep.

Olive oil spray ½ cup chopped spinach ¼ cup chopped mushrooms ¼ cup chopped onions or peppers, optional 1 egg

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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat; spray with olive oil spray. Add spinach, mushrooms or any other veggies; cook until heated. In a bowl, beat the egg and add to the veggies. Swirl the pan to distribute the egg. Cook until egg is set. Flip over if you desire. Fold in half and serve. yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

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Chicken and Vegetable Fried Rice Great use of leftover chicken or rice. You can substitute egg or shrimp for the meat. Use vegetables that you have on hand to total 2 cups. Choose a combination of 2-4 different types for variety.

2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced 2 teaspoons chopped garlic 2 Tablespoons chopped ginger 2 cups chopped vegetables 3 to 5 chopped green onions 2 cups cooked brown rice 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce

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In a wok or large skillet, heat 1 Tablespoon oil over medium-high heat.

Once oil is hot, add chicken pieces and cook, approximately 5 to 6 minutes.

Once cooked, remove chicken; set aside.

If you use leftover cooked chicken, just heat slightly.

In the same pan add the remaining olive oil; heat over medium-high heat.

Add garlic and ginger; cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

Add in onions and other vegetables.

Cook on high for 5 minutes.

Once vegetables are tender, add the cooked rice and chicken.

Toss again on medium heat for 2 minutes.

Add the soy sauce and toss to combine.

Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp To cook spaghetti squash, cut lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until fully cooked. For this recipe, leave slightly underdone to continue cooking later.

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1 spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes ½ pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp 1 Tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon oregano ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon ground pepper 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 lemon wedges Place squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet lined with foil.

Bake in a 400°F oven for about 35 to 40 minutes.

Drain diced tomatoes; mix in a separate bowl with shrimp and spices.

Remove squash from oven. Flip cut side up. Fill each half with shrimp, tomato and spice mixture.

Cook for another 5 to10 minutes, until tender.

Drizzle with olive oil. Use a fork to scrape squash and shrimp from the shells into a medium bowl.

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Mushroom Beef Burgers Eating the Mediterranean way suggests limited amounts of red meat: Add vegetables!

This recipe introduces lots of mushrooms for a flavorful but lighter burger. To prepare the mushrooms, use a food processor or chop by hand until mushrooms are a bit larger than crumbled ground beef.

When cooked they will combine well with the hamburger. This recipe can be reduced by half or prepared ahead, chilled and frozen.

2 pounds or 10 cups mushrooms of your choice.

2 pounds lean ground beef ½ cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 2 egg whites A nice rich bun and added vegetable garnishes to your taste make the perfect burger.

Chop mushrooms into small pieces but not a paste.

Cook them in a skillet over medium-high heat for approximately 6 minutes or until no more moisture remains.

Cool mushrooms for 30 minutes away from the heat or refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl; add the mushrooms.

Form into 8 patties and refrigerate for

an hour or overnight.

Cook the burgers in a skillet with oil or grill them over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes on each side.

Cook to an internal temperature of 160°F.

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Mediterranean Tuna Salad Try this recipe as a sandwich on whole grain bread topped with spinach or kale and tomato slices.

Eating Med all the way!

2 cans of tuna packed in water or olive oil, drained and flaked ½ cup minced carrots ½ cup minced celery ½ cup minced bell pepper ¼ cup minced olives or pickles 1 Tablespoon olive oil ¼ teaspoon black pepper Cayenne pepper, if desired Salt to taste, if desired

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In a medium bowl combine vegetables, tuna and olive oil.

Season as desired.

Mix well and refrigerate until serving time.

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Honey Balsamic Glazed Salmon

Salmon is simple and full of omega 3’s for heart health. If you are short on time, sear the salmon and put the sauce on top as opposed to baking.

Heat the sauce and spoon onto the salmon.

2 Tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 Tablespoons honey 1 Tablespoon capers or chopped green olives 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped rosemary 6 (5-ounce) salmon fillets Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl.

Place salmon in a baking dish, pour marinade on top; marinate in the fridge for 30 to 60 minutes. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cook salmon for about 15 minutes.

All information in this article was adapted from information provided by NC State University, NC Public Health and Human Services, with support of Eat Smart, Move More North Carolina.

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Egg recipes and photos from Jan Kelly

Jan Kelly CREAM OF COCONUT CAKE

1 ½ cups sugar ¾ cup vegetable shortening 1 cup skim or low-fat milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 6 egg whites 2 ½ cups self-rising flour 1 cup fresh frozen coconut 1 (8-ounce) can cream of coconut 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted* 1 (12-ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan; set aside. In a large bowl, beat together sugar and shortening. Slowly add milk and vanilla, continue beating until blended. Add egg whites, two at a time, beating well after each addition.

Slowly add flour gradually, beating

well. Stir in fresh frozen coconut just until mixed. Pour batter into prepared pan; bake at 350°F until cake tests done when knife inserted in center comes out clean, or about 35 minutes.

Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes. Punch 6 to 10 holes in cake (the handle end of a wooden spoon works well), slowly pour cream of coconut on top of cake, letting it absorb completely. Finish cooling completely. Stir in ½ cup of the toasted coconut into whipped topping. Spread whipped top-

ping on cake as frosting. Sprinkle remaining toasted coconut on top of cake. Refrigerate for several hours.

Yield: 12 servings. *To toast coconut, preheat oven to 350°F. Spread sweetened shredded or flaked coconut on a rimmed baking sheet and bake, stirring once or twice, until golden, about 5 to 10 minutes. If toasting sweetened coconut, check and stir more frequently because the added sugars can cause irregular browning.

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A Scrumptious

Carrot Cake,

Perfect for the Season from Jamie Maines (and Cyndie Kamal)

The story goes like this, my daughter Kristin was planning her wedding and really wanted a strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting for her wedding cake but wanted several layers.

We searched all over multiple counties and no one wanted to do a five-tier wedding cake with cream cheese frosting. Then my husband and I were invited to a 50th wedding anniversary party in Hickory. As soon as we walked in the door, what did I see but a three-tier wedding cake with cream cheese frosting, however the cake was Red Velvet and this most incredible carrot cake! This carrot cake is the most moist, flavorful carrot cake, it is like no other I have tried before.

I immediately got the name and number of the caterer, Cyndie Kamal of Valdese. After meeting with Cyndie, and my daughter tried this carrot cake, she had to include it in her wedding cake too. Their wedding cake was multi-flavored tiers: Strawberry, Carrot, Chocolate and Red Velvet with, of course Cream Cheese Frosting.

I believe God lead us down this path to find the perfect caterer for the perfect wedding cake for my daughter and most of all Blessed us with a friend, Cyndie.

The Best Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Whisk together in a bowl: 2 cups all purpose flour (sifted) 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cinnamon (use a good quality cinnamon) 2 teaspoons baking soda; set this mixture aside.

Mix together in the work bowl of your mixer: 3 large eggs 1 1/4 cups canned pumpkin 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup canola oil 3/4 cup buttermilk (use full-fat buttermilk) 2 cups grated carrots (use 2 packed-full cups!)

Add to this mixture the whisked flour mixture, then add: 1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple in its own juice (DRAIN juice well) 1 cup copped walnuts 1 cup golden raisins 1 cup flaked sweetened coconut Pour into three 8-inch round pans which have been prepared with either shortening and flour or spray with Baker's Joy and bake at 350° approximately 22 minutes, then start carefully watching until done when tested with a toothpick. Set pans on wire racks to cool for 10 minutes, then turn the layers out onto the wire racks to cool.

Cream Cheese Frosting 1 stick salted butter, softened 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon butter flavoring 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted) Cream together first 4 ingredients; then slowly add powdered sugar.

May use milk to thin to your preferred consistency.

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"When I was growing up, we always went to my Grandma's on Sunday. I always watched her make her chicken pie and that's how I learned to make her chicken pies! " Whenever there is a family or church dinner, I'm asked for my chicken pie!"

A young 86, Hazel, has fixed many a meal and for women her age, they didn't need written recipes-they knew how a dough should look and feel. So when Hazel mailed in this recipe, she talks about making dough and refrigerating it overnight but didn't tell those of us who buy our pie dough at Food Lion how to make her dough!

She explained to me over the phone how to do it but you know how that goes with a person who loves to read recipes but still can't cook. We'll simply continue to buy our dough and still enjoy Hazel's Chicken Pie recipe with store bought crusts!

Hazel Casstevens' Family Chicken Pie 3 large chicken breasts 3 cups self rising flour 1/2 cup Crisco 1 1/2 cups cold water

Whenever there is a family or church dinner,

I'm asked for my chicken pie!

Salt and pepper to taste Retain broth from cooking chicken

Cook white chicken meat in water and take off bone when done. Roll dough and put around sides of a 9x13-inch dish.

Sprinkle a little flour in bottom of dish, add cut up chicken, put on top crust and be sure to make slits in the crust to let steam out. Add some broth that you saved from cooking chicken. Start cooking at 350°F. As pie cooks, "paint" crust 3 or 4 times with margarine for lovely color.

Add more broth if needed if it looks some drier.

Cook about 1 1/2 hours until golden brown.

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Squash and Onions 1/4 cup bacon fat 3 large yellow onions, halved, sliced thing with the grain 6 medium yellow squash, sliced into half-moons 15 turns of the pepper mill or a scant 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

North Carolina can be so very proud of this lady...a Tar Heel native, wife, mom and renowned chef, TV hostess and now author of her first, huge, richly embellished cookbook.North Carolina can be so very proud of this lady...a Tar Heel native, wife, mom and renowned chef, TV hostess and now author of her first, huge, richly embellished cookbook.

Vivian Howard, chef and owner of the prestigious Chef and the Farmer restaurant in Kinston, culinary awardwinner, (a note of trivia-vivian is the first woman since Julia Child to wi a Peabody Award for a cooking program), PBS hostess for A Chef ’s Life has published Deep Run Roots—stories and recipes from coastal North Carolina.

In Deep Run Woods, her publisher recognizes Vivian as imparting the true story of Southern food: rooted in family and tradition, yet calling out to the rest of the world.If a local farmer can grow and make a food available, Vivian can put it on the table. This is one huge

book of 564 pages, 200 recipes and interestingly incorporated stories.

Visually, there are bunches of colorful, full-page photographs by Rex Miller, The entire table of contents is covered on a single page by one-word topics. So when you find “”Chicken,” it begins with a photo and is immediately followed by a full-page frameable chapter illustration of the same topic by Tatsuro Kiuchi.

Much more than simply recipes, Vivian confesses the book has lots of stories, her life stories, often on very personally revealing levels. Instead of listing bunches of recipes and basic tips, Vivian shares pages of her professional experiences she now calls “wisdom.”

You won’t want to breeze through this book, it will be a classic as are the recipes of “...her corner of the South.”

In a Dutch oven or 12-inch cast-iron pan, melt the bacon fat and add onion, squash, pepper and salt. Let it cook down over medium heat for about 10 minutes. The squash will release a whole lot of liquid and things will begin to shrink. Once it’s reduced by about half, lower heat slightly and start stirring every few minutes. You are looking for a little carmelization on the bottom of the pan, so it’s okay if the

vegetables stick a bit. Using a wooden spoon, scrape it all up and stir it in.

The mix will continue to shrink and develop color and flavor over a period of about an hour. It’s done when it’s chestnut color and looks like a chunky apple butter. You’ll have between 3 and 4 cups. “I like serving these next to things that are bright like cucumbers or corn.” (Vivian)

Red Peas and Onion Gravy

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2 medium onions, halved and sliced thinly with the grain 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided 2 Tablespoons bacon fat or butter 30 turns of the pepper mill or scant 1 teaspoon black pepper

2 cloves garlic, sliced 2/3 cups dried peas, soaked overnight (should yield about 2 cups) 5 cups beef stock or water 2 bay leaves 2 cups milk

In a 4-quart saucepan, cook onions and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in bacon fat over medium-low heat till they caramelize, about 30 minutes. They should be a golden brown. Stir in black pepper and garlic. Cook an additional 2 minutes. Add peas, beef stock and bay leaves. Cover; bring it up to a boil.

Cook 40 minutes or until the peas are extremely tender.

Transfer peas, all their liquid and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt to a blender. Add the milk; blend till it's super-smooth.

Depending on how much liquid cooked out of the peas, you may have to add some additional water to achieve the proper consistency. It should look like gravy; adjust accordingly. Makes about 4 cups. Great with a hamburger steak!

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Above: Antha Reid. Right: one of her Sugar Eggs. Below: the scene inside the egg.

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As a left-handed child, she longed to do something no one else could do. Antha (pronounced "ant-tha") Reid enrolled in Rowan Tech for a cake decorating class. The instructor had never worked with a "lefty" and the class became such a struggle, Antha quit.

Antha then became captivated with the novelty of the old German tradition of a hollow, hard sugar and water egg that once the Royal icing dried is filled with a delicate 3-D spring or Easter scene. A small hole on the fullest end of the egg lets us peek inside. Children (of all ages) are thrilled. She taught herself using her own handmade materials, placing the delicate scenes with needle-nosed tweezers and by 1968 completed her first egg for her son, something she could do that no one else she knew could do left- or right-handed!

Her talent extended to other sugar designs for a variety of events that she no longer makes because she suffers with some arthritis but Antha still makes Easter and Christmas is red and

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green, velvet and satin ribbons and the scene is the Nativity.

The Reids have been a team for 50 years. Antha and Mike remain active community members through 4-H, The North Wilkesboro Lions Club and with her musical background, Antha is involved with her choir and community musical events.

After retiring from 30 years as a Wilkes elementary school teacher's assistant, Antha's current passion is directed to the Leader Dog for the Blind organization. She is excited about being part of a service dog presentation process with a blind friend in May. P.S. These sugar eggs are not edible—though they are not poisonous, the ingredient that helps maintain the stiffness of the outer sugar layer of the "egg" has a very bitter taste.

If you are interested in ordering and have questions you can call Antha at 336-667-4375.

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What a great reason to visit the streets of downtown Mount Airy– The Budbreak Wine and Beer Festival.

Saturday, May 6, 2017 • Noon to 6p

Here’s your opportunity to taste and discover a new favorite wine or craft beer and enjoy delicious things to eat!

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Gates open the festival season in the Yadkin Valley with Budbreak on May 6th on the picturesque main street of downtown Mount Airy when the Mount Airy Rotary Club teams up with Downtown Mount Airy to lure you into a fun weekend for one and all.

Opening at noon on Saturday, North Carolina wines and craft beers are set up for sampling along with great food, fantastic music and all the amenities this unpretentious little town shares with its visitors.

At press time, the following vendors were attending the Festival: Elkin Creek Vineyards, Foothills Brewery, JOLO Vineyards, Old North State Winery and Fish Hippie, Round Peak and Skull Brewery and the under new ownership Westbend Vineyards and Brewery.

When you have finished your tastings, sidle up to a table in the tent pavilion with a plate of some of the region's best ribs from 13 Bones and enjoy some talented local musicians: Time Sawyer, folkrock, open the stage from 11:45a to 2:30p followed by Phatt City, Chicago-style/Rhythm & Blues from 3:00 to 6:00p.

You don't have to carry your wine/beer purchases leave them at the courtesy wine-check station until you are ready to leave the event.

The Festival's intimate setting inspires you to walk up Main Street to find more eateries: Barney's Cafe, Downtown Deli (inside Old North State Winery), The Loaded Goat (in Main Oak Emporium), Snappy Lunch, Miss Angel's Heavenly Pies, Leon's Burger Express plus bookstores (new & used) souvenir and conyad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

signment shops, pet stores, toys, gifts, antiques and so much more. The Mount Airy Museum of Regional History ($6) is adjacent to the Festival; jamming at the Historic Earle is an easy walk up Main on the left. The Andy Griffith Museum ($6) is a longer walk but there is free parking!

As you explore downtown you will see The Public Art Guitar Crawl sponsored by Mount Airy Downtown—bigger than life resin guitars displayed and painted by local artists will be auctioned off in autumn to benefit downtown and local artists.

Obtaining tickets that include tastings, a bracelet and a complementary sampling glass to Budbreak require a photographic ID. Tickets at the gate are Rotary International is celebrating its 100th year of serving humanity.

The Mount Airy Rotary Club (MARC) 7690 is one of these groups comprised of business and professional leaders helping build good will and peace in the world.

Bob Meinecke, MARC member and Budbreak organizer, says 100% of the net proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit local and international charities.

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Downtown Mount Airy comes alive during Budbreak.

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Biscuits

& Flavoured Butters

by Catherine Rabb

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For easy and affordable entertaining, consider a biscuit and flavored butter “bar.” It’s a win in a bunch of ways. For the hostess; everything can be made ahead, with just a little last minute warming up, the creative possibilities are endless, and it’s self-serve, so the hassle potential is low. For guests, it’s delicious, filling, absolutely charming, and a bunch of fun.

The basic concept is to put out a lovely pile of biscuits and a number of flavored butters and allow guests to create their own flavor combinations. Expand by adding mustards and preserves, sliced ham, turkey, bacon, and cheese or cheese spreads.

Consider adding a couple different kinds of biscuits, perhaps a savory bacon, cheddar, and chive drop biscuit, a classic buttermilk biscuit, and a glazed blueberry biscuit. Make the display work for your event; this works well in any setting, from a rustic theme with Mason jars and mixing bowls, to a more elegant affair with pretty silver platters. While this works especially well with daytime events like a wedding brunch or birthday gathering, I’ve also used it for fancy evening cocktail events by making the biscuits a little smaller and the topping choices a little fancier. Generally, no matter what the event there will hardly be a crumb left.

For the flavored butters: There is nothing easier, more versatile and more makeahead-able than flavored butters. If you haven’t added them to your repertoire, I promise, once you discover how simple they are to make, and how versatile they are, you’ll be whipping them up regularly. Restaurants know their power and routinely use both sweet and savory ones to add oomph to lots of dishes, not just biscuits. Flavored butters keep amazingly well- weeks in the refrigerator, and just about forever in the freezer- simply bring to room temperature before serving for easy spreading at the event.

In the business we make a basic savory compound butter by adding minced parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper to butter. We then roll the butter into a 1 to 2- inch wide log (using baking parchment or cling wrap), refrigerate or freeze, and then slice off discs as needed. You could of course, just place the whipped butter in a pretty serving bowl. Chefs call it Maitre d’ butter, others call it savory herb butter. yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

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MASTER RECIPE FOR SAVORY HERB BUTTER: 1 cup minced fresh parsley 1 pound butter, unsalted at room temperature 1 lemon (zest and juice) Kosher salt and black pepper Place all ingredients in bowl of a mixer and whip until light and fluffy.

and the flavors sound good together it will work as an addition to this sturdy, almost endlessly useful recipe. I make this in big batches, and use it on everything from steaks just off the grill to warm pasta to add a delicious butteryherb flavor.

VARIATIONS: To the master recipe above, you can endlessly riff on the savory herb theme. I prefer to add to this basic recipe with a little minced fresh or roasted garlic or shallots. I also like to add other herbs, particularly chives, thyme, and tarragon. A couple tablespoons of good mustard is a delicious addition. Pretty much, if it is on hand,

For sweet butters, you can do exactly the same thing as you do for savory butters, adding fresh or dried fruit in place of the herbs, and perhaps substituting a sweet spice for the salt and pepper. Minced apricots and a bit of fresh ginger or dried cranberries and cinnamon work well. I find, though, that I like to kick up the sweet quotient

ORANGE BUTTER

STRAWBERRY BUTTER

½ pound unsalted butter 8 ounces cream cheese 3 Tablespoons honey 1 Tablespoon minced orange peel 1 orange, seeded, sectioned, chopped fine OR ½ cup orange preserves Whip the butter, orange peel and cream cheese until fluffy.

Add fresh orange or preserves and honey at the end, and mix well.

½ pound unsalted butter ½ cup powdered sugar ½ cup strawberry jam OPTIONAL: diced fresh strawberries (about 1/3 cup) Mix all ingredients except fresh berries until fluffy (will look like pink frosting). Taste; add more jam or powdered sugar if desired.

Fold in fresh berries at the end.

a bit, and often add a jam, a sweetening agent such as honey, powdered sugar, or maple syrup, or both. You can also make the recipe with the addition of cream cheese to the base butter.

Sweet butters also lend themselves to other additions, such as toasted pecans, walnuts, or almonds, or crisp bacon crumbles. You can also combine sweet and savory flavors like basil and strawberry, or orange and mint. Your imagination is the only limit to creating exciting flavor combinations. And let’s face it, it’s really hard to make butter in any guise taste bad.

For the biscuits: Most everyone in the South has a favorite biscuit recipe or two. While biscuits truly are best made just before serving, they actually reheat very well, and making them the day before an event and re-heating works just fine. I bake them the day before, place on baking sheets in the fridge after they have cooled, and then just pop them in a 350°F oven to warm the next day just before plating.

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CHEDDAR, CHIVE and BACON DROP BISCUITS Makes 8 to2 biscuits depending on size of the scoop. These are easy to make because no rolling out is needed, and they get nice and crispy. Of course, you can vary any of the add-in ingredients, perhaps ham instead of bacon, pimento or smoked gouda cheese instead of cheddar, something sweet instead of savory. This is an easy-totweak recipe that performs well whatever you add-in. I often flatten the top just a little before making this recipe for a biscuit bar so that the biscuits are easily filled.

Preheat oven to 425°F. 2 cups soft wheat all purpose flour 1 Tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 2 Tablespoons sugar 4 Tablespoons butter ½ cup cooked chopped bacon 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (half will go in the biscuits, half will be sprinkled on top before baking) 3 Tablespoons chopped chives ¼ teaspoon black pepper Spoon flour into a measuring cup; pour into bowl. Add sugar and salt.

Add chilled butter or shortening; work in quickly with a pastry blender, two forks, or your fingers until shortening chunks are the size of peas.

Make a well in the center of the bowl; add the buttermilk; gently mix.

You may need to add a splash or two of buttermilk or flour, the dough should not be sticky or runny, but should pull away from the sides of the bowl and still look wet.

Gently fold in bacon, black pepper, chives and ½ cup cheese.

Using an ice cream scoop, place scoops of biscuit dough on baking sheet; sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until tops are golden brown. I like to brush the tops of a savory biscuit with a little of whatever savory herb butter incarnation I have on hand.

You might also consider glazing the top with a powdered sugar glaze if you choose to make a sweeter rather than savory version of biscuit.

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For the biscuit bar you can make plain biscuits, savory biscuits or sweet ones, and you might consider adding corn muffins of petite scones as well.

If the idea of making biscuits doesn’t sound like fun, you can even buy some darn good frozen ones at the grocery store. You’ll definitely need good signage for your display, so people know what the flavors are, and you may choose to partially slice the biscuits open for easy filling.

Whatever you choose, though, know that your guests will have a great time assembling them. And if there are a few crumbs left, you can treat yourself to the leftovers the next day.

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Make a well in the center of the bowl; add buttermilk; gently mix. You may need to add a splash or two of buttermilk or flour, the dough should not be sticky or runny, but should pull away from the sides of the bowl and still look wet.

Place the dough on a floured surface; gently knead, (the more you work the dough, the less tender the biscuits are, so just a little).

Try to handle the dough as little as possible, unlike kneading bread.

Roll the dough out to about ¼ inch thick; cut out the biscuits with a biscuit cutter.

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Mint

by Laura Mathis

Laura Mathis

Mentha (also known as mint, from the Greek word míntha), is probably one of the most well known herbs around.

There are over a dozen different species of mint ranging from apple mint, horse mint, orange mint and wild mint to the more common varieties such as peppermint, spearmint and one of my favorites, chocolate mint. Mint is a popular herb due to its fragrant leaves, wonderful flavor and the variety of uses. They are used for flavoring candies and other sweets, dried for herbal teas, used in making menthol rubs among other things. Mints are easy to grow and most are perennial.

They take full to part sun and are drought tolerant, so little water is needed. Some people stay clear of mint when planting their gardens due to its reputation for “taking over,” but this can be remedied if you simply grow your mint in pots and don't allow seeds to drop where you do not want the herb to spread. Mint has a wide growing root system that spreads very fast and will quickly take over an area. By planting them in pots, you keep the roots at bay and not only is this helpful with keeping the mints from growing into other plants, it also helps to keep different varieties of mint separated.

There are other species of mint you may not think of as a common mint such as pennyroyal, catmint or catnip and lemon balm. Pennyroyal, sometimes known as misquote plant, has leaves noted for repelling insects. I love to have it handy in the garden for those late summer afternoons I find myself trying to finish up projects in the garden and the mosquitoes are being a nuisance. I just simply pick some leaves and rub them on my skin. The plant itself is quite mild and safe to use topically or as a tea, but pennyroyal essential oil should never be taken internally because it is highly toxic.

Cat mint and catnip have long been favorites for cats and though the two are related, they are not the same. Cats are attracted to both plants, but their response tends to be more

intense to catnip. The chemical in the plant tends to makes some cats become more playful and energized, for others, they become more relaxed. Though cat mint and catnip are enjoyed by cats, they are also used for culinary and medicinal purposes just as other mints. Lemon balm is another one of my favorite mints. It has a refreshing lemon scent that is hard to beat and there are so many uses for this wonderful herb.

The leaves can be used fresh or dried in any dish were you would want to add a lemon flavor. Steep the dried leaves with your tea to add a lemon flavoring without adding lemon juice.

If you've visited my garden for a garden tea or luncheon, chances are you've enjoyed a lemon balm scone or two. They are a favorite treat among my guests.

The medicinal uses for mint are endless, but I think one of the most popular uses for mint (outside of freshening breath) is for relief of stomach upset. Peppermint oil has been proven to aid in alleviating symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), stomach cramping, gas and indigestion. Wild mint was often collected in colonial times and for culinary and medicinal uses. I once read were peppermint leaves had even been found in several Egyptian pyramids dating back to 1,000 BC. To use peppermint to soothe stomach issues, drink a cup of peppermint tea or simply keep a canister of Peppermint Altoids candies handy. (Notice the ingredients contain “oil of peppermint” not found in most peppermint candies.)

An easy way to jazz up your favorite shortbread or sugar cookie is to melt chocolate chips, either in the microwave or using a double boiler, adding Pure Peppermint Extract. Start with ½ teaspoon extract per 1 cup of chocolate chips until you reach your desired flavor. Stir until creamy then while chocolate is still warm, spread over your favorite cookie.

Enjoy!

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Bacon Onion Quiche Bites Although these quiches may be “mini,” they are packed with flavor.

Perfect for a brunch table or passed as hors d’oeuvre’s, these tasty morsels are sure to have guests shouting “That’s Incredible!” These simple quiche bites are sure to impress even the toughest critics on your guest list.

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from Jan Kelly

30 mini fillo shells, 1 ½ inches in diameter 3 eggs 1/3 cup fat-free half and half 3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 2 Tablespoons real bacon bits 1 teaspoon dried minced onion Fresh chives for garnish, optional

Place fillo shells on baking sheet.

In a mixing bowl beat together eggs, half and half, cheese, bacon bits and onion. Spoon 2 teaspoons of filling into each fillo shell. Bake at 375ºF until quiches puff and turn slightly brown or about 15 to 20 minutes.

Garnish with fresh chives, if desired.

Yield: 30 mini quiches.

FUN

with kids written by Tavi Petree

Read Across America with Dr. Seuss It’s that time of year again when all of those crazy Dr. Seuss characters start showing up for Read Across America.

Over the years, I have shared many ideas in this issue about Read Across America—it’s important to me because showing kids’ reading can be fun, engaging and so important to building confidence in reluctant readers. So, let’s dive right into some Seussastic ideas.

Start the week off by printing out various Dr. Seuss characters along with typed out book titles. See if your kiddos can match the character with the book title. This is a perfect time to talk about characterization. Pose questions such as, “Why do you think Dr. Seuss created a character to tell a particular story?” As you read some of your favorite Dr. Seuss books, talk about the physical and personality traits of the characters.

Many of Dr. Seuss’ early books are focused around rhyming words. Make a Dr. Seuss rhyming Jenga game for the kids to practice their rhyming skills. Choose some rhyming words from Dr. Seuss books and write one word per Jenga block.

As the kids pull out the blocks, the words can be written down on a sheet of paper. When a block is pulled out that rhymes with a word on the paper, the kiddos can then write the rhyming pair. See how many rhyming pairs can be made before the tower tumbles. ya dki nva l l e y ma gazi n e.com

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To incorporate math, after reading One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, hand out baggies of colored goldfish.

Have the kids sort the goldfish by color, and then graph their results on a bar graph.

For upper elementary students, discuss themes. There are so many powerful themes in books such as, The Lorax, Oh, the Places You’ll Go, Horton Hears a Who and The Sneetches. Have students

pick their favorite theme from a book and create a poster displaying the theme, accompanied by an inspiring quote from the book. Dr. Seuss also uses figurative language to add color to his writing. Try making a Dr. Seuss figurative language flipbook with the hat from The Cat in the Hat as a template. List words such as personification, alliteration, onomatopoeia, metaphor and simile on the stripes of the hat, then on the

inside, write quotes from the books that match the figurative language flap.

Make your goal to turn those reluctant readers into confident readers during this special week to drive home the point, Reading is Fun! Tavi has a BA in Psychology, MA in Teaching, and is a fourth grade teacher at Poplar Springs Elementary, a Title 1 School in King.

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tiny titans in Mount Airy

Take a rare and thrilling look at the life of dinosaurs through their eggs, nests and young in the exhibit Tiny Titans: Dinosaur Eggs and Babies. This colorful, hands-on, interactive exhibit gives visitors a chance to see and learn about an amazing collection of real dinosaur eggs. These eggs come from all over the globe and from each of the major herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaur groups.

This special display, at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History in Mount Airy is an exciting experience for the whole family. Children can dig for eggs, dress up like a parent dinosaur to brood their nest and feel the texture of dinosaur eggs. Cute babies and fun "dino" facts will keep everyone entertained on their trip to the museum. Dino babies grow fast so make sure you catch them while they are here until May 28th.

Admission fees: A./$6, A. group/$5; Sr./$5, Sr. group/$4; Stu./$4, Stu. group/$3; kids 4 and under are free.

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Quilters Cindy Holby (left) and Melanie Moser (right) with the Quilt of Valor displayed at the King Public Library.

Common Threads Quilters Group

It's always exciting to hear of a fledgling organization formed for fellowship, doing something special for others and owning a passion for quilting. Common Threads is celebrating it's first anniversary in April. Members met at quilting classes at a local fabric shop. When the store closed, Common Threads was born. The group meets at the King Library, the second Monday of each month at 6p. They welcome anyone interested in quilting-no matter their skill level. Everyone contributes materials and everyone "jumps in" on all the quilting jobs.

Member Cindy Holby's personal charity is the Stokes Humane Society and when she learned the quilter who provided quilts for the Society's auctions moved away, Common Threads stepped up to help. Tickets for the current quilt to be raffled are $5 each or 3 for $10. The drawing will be in August. For more information: Cindy Holby, Director of Fundraisers...cindyholby@aol.com Melanie Moser initiated the Quilt of Valor that is on display in the King Library...well worth the trip to see. There is no set pattern; each Quilt of Valor is one-of-a-kind. Seven members spent about 24 hours in creating it.

Common Threads member Cynthia Harris is the coordinator of the WinstonSalem chapter of Ryan's Cases for Smiles, providing handmade brightly colored and fun pillow cases monthly to children at Brenners Children's Hospital, (about 150 cases), the Winston-Salem Ronald MacDonald House, (about 50 cases) and annually to the Pediatric Sleep Disorder Clinic in Chapel Hill, (about 200 cases) as well as needs in Virginia and South Carolina. Any chronically ill child and his/her siblings receive a pillow case—Cynthia shared siblings suffer right along with the ill child and the parents. Once a month, Common Threads members pack up their sewing machines and go to Brenner to sew with children so they can learn make a case of their own. Ryan’s Cases for Smiles is a non-profit with a heart-moving back-

caring hearts

ground story. You can read it and help out by volunteering to make cases or donate funding for seamstresses to buy materials.

For all instructions and details: caseforsmiles.org or call Cynthia: 336-403-2213 or email her at crazyoversewing@ aol.com

In 2017, the group began offering free beginning quilters classes also at the King Library every second Monday at 6p.

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The Rose Herring Children's Library Rose Herring spent her adult life supporting her community especially being very instrumental in building the Wilkes County Public Library.

How fitting for the community to give back its love of her than to dedicate the new children's room in her honor.

The new design projects its newness in color and atmosphere. County Librarian, Julia Turpin (above with fox mascot) chose bright colors in the outside gated mini-secret garden serving as a connection into the Children's Library.

The interior walls are a soft, peaceful neutral color that accentuating the stunning silver oak counters, welcoming trees stationed from floor to ceiling awaiting a hug from kids. The shelvings’ end caps have been freshened with the same creative handiwork of hand carved and sanded rosettes and leaves by local cabinet maker, Steve Joines. Fabric mushroom "stools" and cushiony gray "rocks" invite young readers to drop and read.

Julia said the whole process took about a year and a half.

In the beginning, ASU students sent a collection of design concepts to be considered. The librarians chose the features they liked and luckily got most of their wishes through private donations.

Youth Services Specialist, Brigett Adams (top left) does three weekly programs: Pre-school Storytime/crafts, Music and Movement using the alphabet and Rhyme Time for children ages two and up. New this year is the Positive Parenting Promotion program.

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Proud to SHOW Our Colors As we travel through the beautiful Yadkin Valley region,we make it a point to look for our American flag.

Lots of folks display the colors of our country.

We’d like to see even more.

This is our country; we love it and our freedoms. So we decided to celebrate our Nation’s colors by giving away a free American flag kit in each issue of Yadkin Valley Magazine.

There are three easy ways to enter...

Send your name and physical mailing address to: Show Your Colors, Post Office Box 627, East Bend, NC 27018 or Email your name and physical mailing address, with the subject as “Show Your Colors” to: barbara@yadkinvalleymagazine.com You can also fill in the form on the Proud To Show Your Colors page on our website at yadkinvalleymagazine.com We will draw, at random, one winner every issue from all the entries and deliver the flag kit directly to you.

There’s no cost to enter, nothing to buy and no requirement to sign-up for anything, except to enter.

The first name drawn to win the January/February flag...

Congratulations to Tracy Johnson of Pilot Mountain

These beautiful, quality, made in the USA, American Flag kits are provided by Carroll Memorials, 309 South Main Street in King.

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Thank you for all the entries!

If you entered for a previous issue’s contest, no need to do so again.

All the entries will remain in-the-hat for the next drawing.

The March/April Winner will be notified, and announced in our May/June magazine.

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Sprucing Up for Spring

by Mellisa Rollins Daniel Furniture

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The season of spring brings with it a feeling of new beginnings. We watch as the cold hard ground of winter begins to show signs of life with daffodils poking their green leaves through and crocus blooming despite the chill that still lingers. Birds are busy preparing nests and we too are stirred with the desire to “change it up” in our homes. But where do we begin?

Let’s start by taking a look at the latest trends. Earlier this year, Pantone announced their “Color of the Year.”

Pantone has chosen 15-0343 Greenery.

Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, said of the selection, “Satisfying our growing desire to rejuvenate, revitalize, and unite, Greenery symbolizes the reconnection we seek with nature, one another and a larger purpose.”

This is just what we need, a color that embodies new life and vitality; a color that promotes peace and calm; a color that says breathe deeply and relax…Green. It’s not hard to see why a shade of green was chosen. With this

hurry-up, fast-paced and oftentimes stressful society we live in, we need to find ways to bring calm into our places of refuge. Our homes should be a place we go to be still and reboot.

According to Jayne Anna Mize of trend forecaster Fashion Snoops, this need for calmness is part of a macro trend that also has consumers seeking less stuff and more personal connections. They want fewer but better things, heightened experiences and longer lasting products.

With that being said, starting our “change up” may be as simple as removing the clutter. Less is more. Instead of wall to wall furniture, accessories and stuff, we need to appreciate our space and buy well-made pieces that exhibit both functionality and style.

Next, we might choose to embrace the color of the year. If green is a favorite color of yours, you are in luck!

Just about any given shade of green can be found throughout the upholstery industry as well as rugs, and even furniture finishes. However, if the thought of green walls cause you to shudder, there are many ways to welcome the trendy shade that don’t require locked in commitment. Bringing plants in, accessories, lamps, pillows and wall art are just some of the ways you can usher the calming shade of green into your space.

Lastly, never let your own personal style get lost in the pursuit of trends.

Keep in mind that you and your family will be living in this space so make your “change up” one that will not only reflect who you are but will be enjoyed by all who will be using it.

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Front row: Kay White, Ruby Shelton, Betty Barnes( charter member ) Marjorie Van Meter, Laurie Dunkelberger. 2nd row: Shelby Snyder, Ann Deal, Vickie Robertson,Nancy Tuttle,Billie Ellington, Jackie Goforth. 3rd row:Janice Casey, Bonnie Price,Mary Ruth Mckinney, Pam Boles, Alina Smoot.

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The King of Spades Garden Club...all about beautification

by Laurie Dunkelberger The King of Spades Garden Club started in spring, 1962, with 13 Charter Members who met at Mary Lou Shouse's house with her becoming the first president. At Christmas,the club has made wreaths for all the church doors for 20 years and held on open house for the public in the spring and free presentations for flower arranging. King of Spades beautified the downtown area with many colorful flower plantings for the business buildings.

The name originated because of the town name of King and a spade is a small garden shovel—clever play on words for the card also. Our motto is " We Learn By Doing."

We have one active Charter Member, Betty Barnes who is 88 years old and brings a wealth of help in flower arranging and using natural dried plants and flowers used in wreaths, arrangement and pressed flower pictures. The late Kathleen Mendenhall was also Charter Member who brought many of her talents to the club for the members' learning.

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to 88 years old. No experience is necessary to join and the club is always looking for new members. Meetings are monthly; the first Tuesday from 9:30a11:30a at the Senior Center in King.

Dues are $8.50 a year for the North Carolina Garden Club, that uses the money for the beautification along the highways throughout the state, along with the sale of the specialty license plates. Others in the community, such as Stokes County Master Gardeners, are invited to come to our meetings to share with us in their field of expertise. Club members enjoy an annual educational field trip each June.

King of Spades has planted flowers at the “Welcome to King” signs along the Highway 52 interchange, and is planning to beautify the “Welcome to King” signs along old route 52 in 2017.

The club maintains new flowers at the Police Station, Crepe Myrtle at the Fire Station, a pink planter at the Senior Center for breast cancer awareness and decorate the ground around the American flag at the King Public Library.

Our annual fund raiser is the second Saturday in May in May, (that’s the 13th) in downtown King, where we will sell perennial flowers and trees, from either our yards or our friends’ and neighbors.’ We have indoor plants and annuals also for sale.

The club has gone to individual schools for Arbor Day and has planted trees or given students trees to plant at home. King of Spades visits an assisted living facility to help do a craft project with the residents in November. In the winter, the club makes peanut butterbirdseed pinecones to hang in the trees, makes and presents evergreen wreaths at Christmas to adorn the Public Library and Senior Center doors.

Every club member volunteers at the autumn Stokes County Fair to register all the flower and plant entries.

Contact information: Laurie Dunkelberger at 336-983-0164.

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We’ve Got Three Great Home Improvements for Spring!

Tips to Keep the Bathroom Clean shared by Marilyn Wells Bathroom cleaning-it's one of those UGH jobs in life that must be done because you realize the bathroom can be a breeding ground for germs, mold and mildew with all the moisture present. With a few frequent practices, you can keep your bathroom sparkling clean and cut down on the mold and mildew which can trigger allergies.

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• Use the bathroom exhaust fan to remove moisture.

Frequently vacuum the vents to remove dust particles for more efficient use.

• Leave a container of disinfectant wipes next to the sink for wiping down the sink and cabinet after each use.

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• Use a daily shower cleaner or a water and white vinegar mix in a spray bottle. Mist the shower surface right after showering to loosen soap scum. Leave a squeegee in the shower and wipe down the walls and doors before getting out of the shower.

• Keep shower doors and curtains open after use to help dry out the tub area.

• Keep a bleach pen with cleaning supplies and use on any spot of mold or mildew that you see starting.

• Clean the mirrors after a shower with rubbing alcohol to help remove the dull haze.

• If possible, keep cleaning supplies in the bathroom for easy accessibility. Keep supplies stored in a cabinet with a child-resistant lock. yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

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Getting the

Best of Your Laundry

To get the most efficient laundering from your washing machine pretreat or presoak stains and heavy soils before washing to get the best stain removal without using extra hot water or rewashing. Be sure to read and follow label directions for all laundry products.

Stay with the recommended amount of detergent. Use slightly more in hard water, for larger loads or for heavilysoiled clothes.

Choose a wash time and cycle suitable for the type of load (check your washer use and care guide). Wash a full load, but don't overload the washer.

Match the water level to the load size.

For example, with a smaller load use a lower water level setting.

For the best cleaning and energy-savings, wash most loads in warm water and rinse all loads in cold water. Some lightly-soiled loads can be washed in cold water.

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IF the washer has a water return system, reuse the rinse water for additional loads. Start with hot water, lightly-soiled items and the recommended amount of detergent. Add more detergent for each additional load.

Use a high spin speed for highly absorbent items, such as towels and sweat shirts, to help reduce drying time. The energy it takes to spin water out is less than the energy your dryer uses to dry it out.

High-efficiency (HE) washers are the most exciting news to hit the laundry appliance industry in decades. Now you can save energy and water while getting your clothes cleaner than ever. HE washers use can be 1/3 to 1/2 than traditional washers. That's less water to heat and that equals less water, less energy and more savings! When a typical household washes more than 6,000 articles of clothing in machines each year,

that makes a difference.

Now let's talk about your dryer. The "DOs" suggest to separate lightweight and heavyweight items for faster and more uniform drying. Dry full loads— small loads waste energy. Reload the dryer while it's still warm from a previous load to utilize the residual heat.

Clean the dryer's lint screen after EACH load. Lint build up can increase drying time by limiting air flow.

The "DON'Ts" discourage overloading the dryer. The load should tumble freely for fast, wrinkle-free drying. Don't add wet items to a partially dried load and don't overdry. Besides wasting energy, overdrying can give a stiff feel to some items and cause shrinkage in others.

Don't let garments remain in the dryer after it has shut off. This can cause wrinkling—especially in permanent press articles—making that ugly ironing necessary.

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in the garden

by Adrienne Roethling, Garden Curator of Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden adrienne@pjcbg.org

Triumphant

Tulips!

Here is a helpful timeline that you can begin this fall.

September - October or Late February early March, fertilize October - December, purchase and plant Tulip bulbs April - May, allow bulbs to go dormant on their own Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden 215 South Main Street Kernersville, NC 27284 Open Mon-Fri Dawn to dusk Free online newsletter available cienerbotanicalgarden.org For more information or to schedule a tour: 336-996-7888 68

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So many plants welcome us into the spring season but it’s the Tulip that has found its rightful home in our gardens and in our hearts. Tulips date back to the 10th century but didn’t make their way into the Dutch market until the late 1500’s. With 15 divisions, 75 wildly grown species throughout the world and thousands of cultivated varieties represented in the Piedmont Triad, gardeners can find the perfect form to grow in any location.

Some gardeners have the best of luck when it comes to the return of tulip bulbs from year to year. Others treat them as annuals and replant new ones every year. I suspect the luck comes from planting the right varieties for the right location and preparing their soils appropriately. Most tulips prefer growing in full sun while the early blooming divisions such as Single and Double Early, Kaufmanniana (water lily form), Greigii (tulips with spotted leaves), and Species Tulips are perfect candidates for shade as they bloom before deciduous trees leaf out. Later divisions such as the Darwin Hybrids, Single and Double Late, LilyFlowered, Fringed, Viridiflora (tulips with green in the flower), Rembrandt (tulips with multicolor flowers) and Parrot (tulips with multicolored, fringed or twisted petals) prefer growing in full sun.

When pairing varieties together, there are a couple of mid-season performers such as the Triumph and Fosteriana (Emperor tulip) which would tie the early season and late season performers together. Mid-season performers typically have the longest bloom time. A successful garden can exhibit tulips blooming beginning in early March and last well into May in most years.

The best amendment to add to most garden soils is a prepared mix of Permatil and compost. Permatil is a baked slate rock aggregate that is about the size of a pea. It allows the soils to drain away from the bulbs preventing rot and it also prevents voles or other critters from digging and eating the bulbs. If the soils have already been prepared, consider dropping a handful of Permatil when planting a group of bulbs. There is no need to add fertilizer during soil preparations. The bulbs are big and healthy at this time and any fertilizer would be wasted. Wait until fall or late winter fertilizing to aid in the tulips return from

year to year. The best fertilizer to use is Bulb Tone made by Espoma and it’s an organic fertilizer that specifically applies to bulbs of any kind.

Another key to their return is planting larger tulips such as the Darwin Hybrids 5 to 6” apart to assure the leaves are not crowding or competing for sunlight. The more leaf surface that sees the sun, the higher your chances are that the bulbs preserve enough sugars before going dormant. Do not tie your bulb leaves together or cut the leaves down after flowering has ceased.

Lastly, planting the bulb at the right depth and orientation makes all the difference in the world. Typically, tulip bulbs have a flat bottom and a pointed top. The depth of the bulbs should be 2 to 3 times its size. Larger bulbs should be planted, pointed side up, 4 to 6” down. Smaller bulbs should be planted 1 to 2” down. Plant bulbs in fall weeks

before ground temperatures freeze, ideally the ground freezes in the Piedmont in January and February.

Don’t be too disappointed if some do not return. More than likely, the later flowering forms may not experience a proper photosynthesis period as spring temperatures may be too warm, causing bulbs to go dormant faster and possibly rot as a result of poor sugar reserves. My hope is that you will consider adding tulips in a manner that could benefit to your established garden. Do not start over, rather find spaces that exist and consider the simplicity of adding such triumphant tulips.

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SPRING 2017: A LAWN WEED PERFECT STORM

by Steve Preston LTD Farm & Garden, 1073 Meadowbrook Dr., King

Lawns will have weeds, all of them.

Some just have fewer than others. The level of spring weeds in your lawn is a function of regular maintenance, environment and weather. This article will address methods of minimizing winter annual weeds and clover in fescue turfgrass.

Winter annuals: Annuals are plants that live for a season, seed themselves and die. The primary winter annuals in our area are chickweed and henbit. They are referred to

as winter annuals because they germinate in the fall as the soil cools (Sep-Oct) and live during the winter in a passive state. As spring arrives, the weather warms and the days get longer, these weeds grow with a vengeance. You can reduce the competition of winter annuals via regular maintenance and by maintaining a cutting height of around four inches. Unfortunately, these weeds propagate before the turfgrass does its spring kick and herbicide application is often a necessary means of control.

Pre-emergent herbicides: Winter annuals can be controlled with an application of a pre-emergent herbicide in September. Brand name examples include Balan, Treflan, Barricade, Dimension and Pendulum among numerous generic labels. Once germination occurs, these herbicides prevent the plant from maturing and it dies. This can be an effective way to control weeds. A critical disadvantage in using pre-emergents to control winter annuals, however, is that you cannot reseed

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the lawn as the lawn seed will not emerge because of the herbicide. For this reason, over-the-top (post-emergent) herbicides are preferable.

Post-emergent herbicides: These herbicides are applied to the target weeds when they are young and actively growing. Brand name examples include Trimec, Speedzone, Turflon Ester, Brushmaster and 2, 4-D among numerous generic labels. These are called selective herbicides because they target the weeds and don’t harm the turfgrass. Apply these herbicides before flowering to reduce the population for the following season. Questions may arise as to rainfall windows, temperature and reseeding periods. Answers to these questions vary by chemical so read the label. The best performance of these herbicides is achieved when the weeds are rapidly growing with sufficient soil moisture, warm temperatures and sun.

A common question is before or after mowing. You will get best performance making the application two or three days after mowing.

Clover: Clover is a perennial in that it does not die and reseed. The most common clover in lawns is white clover and is distinguished by white florets. It typically grows in patches but can be scattered throughout the lawn. Clover isn’t really a bad plant for the lawn because, being a legume, it injects nitrogen into the soil. It stays green all year and can add color to the lawn even in summer. However, patches of clover do draw attention and are somewhat undesirable. Post-emergent herbicides are required for clover control.

2017 Perfect Storm?: Expect the spring of 2017 to be the year of the lawn weed, somewhat of a perfect storm. The hot and dry summer of 2016 took down a lot of fescue, abnormally thinning the turf which opened the soil to winter annual weed establishment.

We normally have 30-35 summer days where the temperature reaches 90 degrees or above. The summer of 2016 was well over twice that average (Charlotte had 80) and it was bone dry. Fes-

cue cannot tolerate such heat and drought. Some lawns may have fared better than others due to environmental factors such as directional orientation, shade, scattered rainfall activity, etc. but all lawns were impacted. Typically, lawns are refreshed through fall maintenance and quickly strengthen to overshadow the winter annual weeds. Again, 2016 is the exception because the fall was abnormally dry, soils were hard and perhaps impossible to work. 2016 was simply a tough year for lawns.

What to do: The conscientious homeowner may want to start earlier than normal with spring weed control for 2017. We have already had a few days in the mid to upper 60s where herbicides like Cool Power and Speedzone could be effective.

Look for a nice, 60 degree day in and attack those weeds before they get out of control. You’ll have time then to spread some new seed in March-April and get some cover.

Perhaps the summer of 2017 will be somewhat kinder.

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Let’s Load the Dishwasher! shared by Carmen Long Ideally, there shouldn't be a right way or a wrong way to clean—as long as someone is actually cleaning! But, many a fight has been had over the proper way to load a dishwasher. So here are some handy tips to keep the dishes clean and families intact.

For dishwashers made in the past 10

years, simply scrape off food. You do not need to rinse—this wastes water.

Many dishwashers have a "quick rinse" setting that will take the place of rinsing in the sink and, again, save some water.

Don't overload the dishwasher.

Make sure the dirty part of every dish, bowl, plate and glass has a clear path to the sprayer arm.

It's safer to put knives and forks head down in the cutlery bin, but they get cleaner heads up.

Speaking of cutlery, don't "nest."

Meaning, don't put spoons with spoons and forks with forks. Mix them up so

they get cleaner.

Load dishes along the back and sides so that they face the middle of the dishwasher.

Glassware, coffee mugs and plastic ware should go on the top rack. There is higher water pressure on the bottom which could break some glasses and the water on the bottom is higher temperatures which could melt the plastic.

Empty the bottom rack first so that any water that pools in the glass and cups' bottoms doesn't spill onto the dry dishes.

Always load glasses and mugs upside down.

Reduce Clutter in Your Home shared by Marilyn Wells As we edge into the spring season, it is a great time to take a good look around our home and begin to reduce any accumulated clutter. The more "stuff" we accumulate, the harder it can be to clean house. The American Cleaning Institute reminds us of the Three R's of Cleaning: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

Thinking of reducing, ask yourself, do you really need multiples of the same item? Keep only one or two that you

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love. Donate, sell or give the rest to a friend.

Enlist your kids or grandkids to give away outgrown clothes and toys to someone or a non-profit organization that can use them teaching the youngsters to share with others.

Before buying storage containers, look at the items you want to store. Measure the space you have before shopping.

Give yourself a break and set reasonable goals. An hour at the time or one drawer at a time may be enough so you don't get "burned out." Reward yourself for your accomplishments.

Make three piles labeled: "relocate," "donate" and "toss."

If you have items that can be reused give these old items a new purpose, such as canning jars turned into desktop storage, bathroom supplies containers or drinking glasses.

To transform old storage bins or baskets, reassign new jobs in another area of your home. Paint or decorate to make them more attractive for other uses. Move to another area for shoes or magazines.

Think outside the box and repurpose shoe boxes into colorful storage containers or old boots into planters.

Magazines can be taken to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals and appropriate magazines can go to elementary schools to be cut up and used in the classroom...to reuse many times as well as bring joy to others.

Once recycling is set up, it becomes a natural part of housework. It's easier to recycle glass, plastic and paper on a weekly basis over letting it all pile up.

Donate extra pet supplies and clean, old towels to the neighborhood animal shelter.

Clean laundered, used clothing and linens to give to a variety of local organizations.

Keep a bag or box in or near your closet. If you try on an item and it no longer "works" for you, put it in the box. When the box is full, take it to your nearest charity.

Go through your mail every day and discard the junk.

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Making terrariums can be a fun, creative and educational activity for adults and children. Terrariums are a great way to grow and display plants that may not thrive in a normal indoor environment.

Traditionally, terrariums are made using a closed, clear glass container. Plastics and other materials may be used, as long as the materials are clear allowing optimal light transmission. Tinted or cloudy materials reduce light transmission, which limits plant development and growth. Terrariums can be large or small, open or closed and in a variety of containers, so have fun.

Terrariums are typically created as a closed system, or in a closed container. In a closed container, plants take up water from the soil then transpire the water back into the air. In the closed container, the water vapor is trapped within the

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TerriďŹ c Terrariums system creating a high humidity environment. When the temperature decreases, the water vapor condenses on the container and recycles back into the soil. The plants take the water back up, and the process repeats. These closed, self-sustaining systems need little additional water, as the water is continuously recycled. If the container has an opening allowing water and gases to escape, the plants will need some additional water.

Warm, moist environments are not only favorable to some plants; they are perfect conditions for fungi and other plant pathogens to thrive. Therefore, great care must be taken when assembling the terrarium to prevent potential problems. Only use purchased premixed, sterile soilless potting media unless you plan to mix and sterilize your own. Do not use old potting mix from an old pot or soil from the ground. When pur-

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chasing a potting mix, select high quality material that is lightweight, porous and well drained.

First, before assembling the terrarium, make sure the container is clean. Then line the bottom and about 1/5 of the sidewalls with a drainage material to a depth of ½ an inch for small containers and up to 1 ½ inches for large containers. Sphagnum moss, small stones, pea gravel or ground charcoal are examples of suitable drainage materials. Charcoal can be used alone or as a thin layer over one of the other drainage materials. It absorbs unpleasant odors that can result from overwatering, but are not needed if moisture levels are properly controlled. Purchase a horticultural charcoal to use or activated charcoal, which is available in aquarium supplies.

The next step is to add a piece of synthetic material (nylon stockings, discarded curtains, fine nylon netting) just over the drainage material to prevent soil from settling into it. Avoid brightly colored materials, and cut it so the edges barely touch the sides of the container to reduce visibility. Next, add the pre-moistened potting mix to fill approximately 1/5 of the container. The potting media should be just damp, with no free moisture if squeezed. Be sure to keep it off the walls of the container. A spoon or other object can be used to smooth or mold the soil into contours or valleys.

Now, it is time to add the plants. Depending on the size and shape of the container, tweezers, spoons or other tools may be helpful. Carefully place the plants and cover the roots with soil, then slightly compact the soil around the plant. Then place accessories in the container, such as stones, driftwood or other decorative items to fit the desired theme. Finally, small-unrooted cuttings of tropical or foliage plants can be added. It generally takes a few weeks to root and begin to grow. During this time, cover the opening of open containers with a piece of glass or clear plastic film to maintain high humidity within the container to facilitate rooting.

Consider covering any exposed potting mix with moss, orchid bark and/or pebbles to hold the soil in place and reduce evaporation later on.

Once the terrarium is complete, very carefully mist or rinse the potting soil off the sides and off the plants. This should be done using as little water as possible to avoid saturating the soil. If the terrarium has standing water, use an eyedropper to remove it. Remove the lid or covering to allow excess moisture to escape. Place the terrarium in a location receiving bright, indirect light, like a northeast or north facing window. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the plants.

Proper plant selection is critical to the long-term success of a terrarium. A wellconstructed terrarium can thrive for years with no more attention than watering once or twice a year. First, consider plants having a dwarf growth habit or that can be dwarfed by restricting their growth in a terrarium. After selecting plants that will not overgrow the space and have to be replaced, consider the compatibility of the plants. All the plants in a container should have the same environmental needs, so they all thrive and perform well. A closed container creates a moist, high humidity environment, where ferns, mosses and tropical plants will flourish and cacti and desert plants will struggle. Consider a dish garden for desert plants. There are several plant lists —call your county Cooperative Extension Center for assistance.

Terrariums require some maintenance to keep them healthy and looking great.

Always remove dead, fallen leaves and flowers from the terrarium. At some point, plants will likely need a little pruning to shape and confine within the container.

Be careful to avoid letting leaves touch the sides of the container—they can become wet and moldy. Do not overwater or over fertilize—the two biggest problems normally encountered. Only water if the potting soil becomes dry to the touch and only add enough water to just moisten the soil. If plants develop a slight yellowish coloration, apply a water-soluble houseplant fertilizer at ¼ the recommended rate.

From time to time, the container will need to be cleaned or dusted.

With careful planning, a terrarium can brighten a room or indoor space for years to come. They can be themed for fun and whimsy, like the popular fairy gardens. If a terrarium sounds a little too boring, consider creating a vivarium, terrariums used for keeping small reptiles and amphibians. In this case, the environment must be created in the best interest of the animal inhabitant. Another fun and educational project to consider!

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2017 brings news of free adult gardening classes being offered through the Forsyth County Center at the Arboretum and Gardens at Tanglewood Park. All classes are held from 11a to noon at the Arboretum Office. Please register by email at coop-ext-registration@forsyth.cc or call 336-7032850 no earlier than two weeks before the program. The Arboretum Office is a white building located behind the Manor House. You may park in the Manor House parking lot, which is to the right of the house as you face it from the street. Tell the attendant at the entrance gate that you will be attending a seminar and s/he will let you in at no cost.

March 15 - No Deer Here: Learn how to minimize deer damage by understanding deer behavior, using repellents, fencing and deer resistant plants by Tyler O’Mara, Horticulture Technician at Tanglewood Arboretum and Gardens.

April 22 - 25 is the Annual Spring Plant Sale.

April 24 - Planting a Cutting Garden: Learn what plants to grow and how to harvest them for long-lasting blooms. Leslie Peck, FCCE Horticulture Agent, will lead the program.

April 25 - Drip Irrigation: Learn how to put together a small drip irrigation system. Tours of several gardens in the Arboretum will show three different types of drip irrigation. Don Speranza, retired engineer and gardener, will present.

May 17 - Insects in the Garden: Attracting Beneficials, Managing Pests: Learn how to create a habitat for beneficial insects with plantings providing year-round resources for pollinators and predators by Megan Gregory, FECG Coordinator.

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Travel west in the Yadkin Valley to enjoy 10 model trains running at the same time at Black Cat Station in N. Wilkesboro from 10:00a to 2:00p.

Admission is free but donations are appreciated to continue development on March 11th and April 8th open houses.

800 Elizabeth St., NW, NC 28659.

Heart of the Triad Quilt Guild is celebrating its 20th anniversary with its bi-annual Quilt Show and a variety of vendors, silent auction, Granny’s Attic, gift boutique and $1 raffle tickets for a “Curved Log Cabin” quilt, an Augusta Cole Design, on April 21 and 22. Friday, 9a to 5p and Saturday, 9a to 4p at The Church on 68, 300 NC Hwy. 68 South, Greensboro, NC 27409.

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Tenth Annual Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony

by Jennifer Furr, Director, Wilkes Heritage Museum The Wilkes Heritage Museum is pleased to announce the inductees for the Tenth Annual Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame. The Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame exists to showcase and preserve the rich musical heritage of the greater Blue Ridge Mountains area from northern Georgia to northern Virginia. The Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame educates, defines and interprets the history of music in the region with exhibits, an annual celebration of inductees, recordings of performances, and an interactive database.

The 2017 inductees include: Mac Wiseman, Nationally Known Artist; The Skillet Lickers, Pioneer Artists; Laura Boosinger, Sidewoman and Regional Musician; Don Gibson, Songwriter; and Phil Jamison, Traditional Dance. The Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony will take place at the Stone Center for Performing Arts on Saturday, June 10.

Malcolm B. Wiseman (born May 23, 1925), better known as Mac Wiseman, is an American bluegrass singer, nicknamed The Voice with a Heart. The bearded singer is one of the cult figures of bluegrass. Born in Crimora, Virginia, he studied at the Shenandoah Conservatory in Virginia in 1960 and started his career as a disc jockey at WSVA-AM in Harrisonburg, Virginia. His musical ca80

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reer began as upright bass player in the band of country singer Molly O'Day. When Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs left Bill Monroe's band, Wiseman became the guitarist for their new band, the Foggy Mountain Boys. Later he played with Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Boys. After a performance on Louisiana Hayride he became popular as solo artist. In the 1950s, he was the star of The Old Dominion Barn Dance on WRVA in Richmond. During the folk revival in the 1960s, Wiseman had successful concerts at the Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall. He joined producers Randall Franks and Alan Autry for the In the Heat of the Night cast CD Christmas Time’s A Comin’ for one of the most popular Christmas releases of

1991 and 1992. In 1993, he was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Honor. His substantial girth and light tenor voice gave rise to the quip that "Mac Wiseman sings like Gene Vincent looks, and looks like Ernest Tubb sings." In 2014, he was the inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, the same year he released a new album of songs inspired by his mother's handwritten notebooks of songs she heard on the radio when Mac was a child: “Songs from My Mother's Hand.”

The Skillet Lickers were an old-time band from Georgia. When Gid Tanner teamed up with blind guitarist Riley Puckett and signed to Columbia in 1924, they created the label's earliest socalled "hillbilly" recording. Gid Tanner formed The Skillet Lickers in 1926. The first line-up was Gid Tanner, Riley Puckett, Clayton McMichen and Fate Norris. to record 88 sides for Columbia; 82 of these were commercially issued.

Later members were Lowe Stokes, Bert Layne, Hoke Rice, Arthur Tanner and Hoyt "Slim" Bryant. Their best-selling single was "Down Yonder," a hillbilly breakdown, in 1934 on RCA Victor.

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The Mount Airy Rotary Club in cooperation with the Department of Tourism presents the 8th Annual Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival

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recording. The Skillet Lickers, together with fellow North Georgians Fiddlin' John Carson and the Georgia Yellow Hammers, made Atlanta and North Georgia an early center of old-time string band music, especially the harddriving fiddle-based style employed by each of these performers.

Laura Boosinger is an award-winning performer and recording artist

whose primary focus is the interpretation of traditional music from the Southern Appalachian region. Laura's concerts offer a step back to a simpler time, awakening memories for the old and gently instilling important cultural lessons for the young. Her performances have included The Tennessee Homecoming at The Museum of Appalachia, MERLEFEST and Greensboro's CITYSTAGES. Laura's recording "My Carolina Home," featured on folk programs across the nation, has received consistently glowing reviews. Her latest recording "Down the Road" is a collection of songs from many of her musical heroes and features some of Nashville's finest, including Stuart Duncan, John and Jamie Hartford, Buddy Spicher, Aubrey Haynie, Mark Howard and Roy Huskey, Jr. Don Gibson was born in Shelby, North Carolina, into a poor workingclass family. His first band was called Sons of the Soil, with whom he made his first recording in 1948. In 1957, he journeyed to Nashville to work with producer Chet Atkins and record "Oh Lonesome Me" and "I Can't Stop Loving You" for RCA Victor. The afternoon session resulted in a double-sided hit on 82

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both the country and pop charts. Gibson recorded a series of successful duets with Dottie West in the late 1960s and

early 1970s, the most successful of which were the number two country hit "Rings of Gold" (1969) and the top 10 hit "There's a Story Goin' Round" (1970). West and Gibson released an album together titled Dottie and Don. He recorded several duets with Sue Thompson being the Top 40 hits, "I Think They Call It Love" (1972), "Good Old Fashioned Country Love" (1974) and "Oh, How Love Changes" (1975).

A talented songwriter, Gibson was nicknamed The Sad Poet because he frequently wrote songs telling of loneliness and lost love. His song "I Can't Stop Loving You," has been recorded by over 700 artists, most notably by Ray Charles. Don wrote and recorded "Sweet Dreams", became a major 1963 crossover hit for Patsy Cline. Roy Orbison was a great fan of Gibson's songwriting, and he recorded an album of his songs simply titled Roy Orbison Sings Don Gibson. Gibson's wide appeal was shown in Neil Young's recorded version of "Oh Lonesome Me" on his 1970 album After the Gold Rush, which is one of the few songs Young has recorded that he did not write. Gibson was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1973. In 2001, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame in 2010.

Phil Jamison is nationally-known as a dance caller, old-time musician and flatfoot dancer. He has called dances, performed and taught at music festivals and dance events throughout the U.S. and overseas since the early 1970s, including more than 30 years as a member

of the Green Grass Cloggers. His flatfoot dancing was featured in the film, Songcatcher, for which he served as a Traditional Dance consultant. From 1982 through 2004, he toured and played guitar with Ralph Blizard and the New Southern Ramblers. He also plays fiddle and banjo. Over the last 30 years, Phil has done extensive research in the area of Appalachian dance, and his recently-published book Hoedowns, Reels, and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance (University of Illinois Press, 2015) tells the story behind the square dances, step dances, reels and other forms of dance practiced in southern Appalachia. Phil teaches mathematics as well as Appalachian music and dance at Warren Wilson College, in Asheville, where for 25 years he served as coordinator for Old-Time Music and Dance Week at the Swannanoa Gathering.

The talented Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame house band, Virginialina, made up of David Johnson, Eric Ellis, Scott Gentry and Scott Freeman, is scheduled to perform throughout the evening along with many others. Tickets for the ceremony are on sale at the Wilkes Heritage Museum gift shop or website.

Tickets are $35 per person and include the dinner and ceremony. The doors open at 6p, dinner is at 6:30p and the ceremony begins at 7:15p. Seating is limited so purchase your tickets early!

The Wilkes Heritage Museum collects and preserves historic structures, artifacts, and documents of Wilkes County and serves as a resource center for every Wilkes County citizen and visitor.

Through exhibits, educational programs, performances, and research, the Wilkes Heritage Museum interprets the history of Wilkes County and western North Carolina.

For more information about The Wilkes Heritage Museum and the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame, please call 336-667-3171 or go to www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com

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Jennifer Pharr Davis of Asheville, a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, will be the keynote speaker at the celebration.

40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IN ELKIN MARCH 24-26 Mountains to Sea Trail A 40th anniversary celebration for North Carolina’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) will kick-off March 24 to 26 at a Friends of MST annual meeting in Elkin.

On September 9, 1977 Howard Lee, then Secretary of Natural Resources and Community Development, proposed a “state trail from the mountains to the coast.” The annual meeting, called the Gathering of Friends, will be the first in a series of events this year to commemorate Lee’s speech and recognize the progress made on creating the trail.

March 24, there will be a Hiking Boot Gala for members and a review of milestones in development of the trail.

The March 25 annual meeting will focus on long range planning and recognize those who have thru-hiked the 1,175-mile trail this year and in the past and outstanding volunteers. Jennifer Pharr Davis of Asheville, a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, will be the keynote speaker.

During the summer she will hike the entire trail, stopping in communities along the way for group hikes and events.

The gala and annual meeting will be in Coley Hall at the Liberty, a restored tobacco warehouse and event space on Elkin’s Main Street.

Throughout the weekend, the Elkin Valley Trails Association (EVTA) has organized Trail & Town Excursions, including seven guided hikes, Moonshine and Still search, REI mountain bike clinics and winery tours. The area also has a variety of self-guided cycling and paddling trails.

To register for Gathering of Friends events and learn more about Friends go to mountainstoseatrail.org.

Friends of MST is a non-profit organization whose members and volunteers build and maintain the trail going from the Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks.

EVTA builds and promotes a network of trails in Elkin Valley. Farm to Feet, a US manufacturer of sports socks made from 100% American products is title sponsor for the Gathering of Friends. ya d ki n va l l e yw ee ke n d s .com

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Salem Easter Sunrise: More an Tradition

by Emily-Sarah Lineback photos by Jay Sinclair / J.Sinclair Photography Darkness surrounded us like a useless blanket amid the cold, damp air.

Mother had insisted I bundle, and she and Daddy pressed close on either side of me like bookends, so I felt anticipation more than the chill. We and those gathered stood in the same place where this tradition had unfolded annually, almost unchanged, since 1772.

Bethabara had its first sunrise service in 1758 on Manakes Hill, north of Winston-Salem. The practice was brought from Herrnhut, Germany, where in 1732, the first service was held at the estate of Count Nicholas Von Zinzendorf, one of the supporters and founders of the Renewed Moravian Church.

I was 10 years old for my first Salem Congregation Moravian Easter Sunrise service. Considered the largest and bestknown Moravian sunrise celebration in the country, thousands of people congregate annually in front of Home 84

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Moravian Church within Old Salem, and end in God’s Acre, the Moravian graveyard. Some come for faith, some for family, and some for the festivity of what is a public ritual of personal belief.

But this is not a performance; all who are here are participants. This isn’t something you watch; it’s something you experience.

The worship service begins at sunrise, but the work goes on nearly yearround with the majority of activity taking place three months before Easter.

Home Moravian Church and a dozen offspring Moravian churches (each with its beginnings from the Salem Moravians) join as Salem Congregation along with other area Moravian church members to put together what is, at its core, purpose, not pomp. Still, the ceremony exudes simple, sacred splendor. The popularity of this shared community experience grew to such proportions that

by the 1960s, Winston-Salem became known as the Easter City; Moravians were heralded as “Easter people.”

The day before Easter, several hundred church members and volunteers scrub the gravestones, which are all equal in size to represent equality in life and death. Fresh flowers are placed at each marker. “You do it every year,” shares my mother, Aldine Snyder Lineback, who grew up in Friedberg Moravian Church.

“All your grandmothers did that. Granny went and would stay for hours with her brush and cleanser and scrub them.” She says you take part to honor and remember loved ones—and at every Moravian church, this task is one of duty and pleasure. “So many people are on the graveyard, so you get to visit and talk. It’s a full day…a good time.”

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Moravian churches arrive and divide into small groups to play hymns, including the perennial favorite, “Sleepers, Wake,” as a musical invitation. “I started when I was about 10 years old,” remembers David Lineback, Aldine’s husband (and my daddy), who also grew up at Friedberg. He, his brother, Homer, and their father, Emory, then-regular members of Friedberg’s band, played at the Salem sunrise for decades. “Some of the band would walk through Old Salem and others of us would ride one of the busses through town,” he says. “We'd stop, get out to play a song or two...ride a few blocks and stop again.” When I asked him if it was tough to get up so early, he grinned and said, “We didn’t go to bed!” He admitted that the following day “was a little rough” but Easter—the holiday and the meaning—were too special to miss. “It’s a tradition and a lot of people look forward to it.”

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(complete with Moravian coffee, of course). A little less than an hour before the sun begins to peek over the tree line, symbolizing Christ’s resurrection, the service begins as the presiding minister steps up to the podium in the square outside of the church. Minimal lighting gives the pastor more silhouette than spotlight, forming a sense of mystery fitting for the occasion. By now, the band members have divided again into groups surrounding God’s Acre to play antiphonally (each group playing alternately), creating a hauntingly solemn echo as a band positioned on one hill begins a hymn and another answers in reply.

The church bell rings, and a hush falls over the scene. The minister breaks the silence, proclaiming, “The Lord is risen!” The crowd calls back as one: “The Lord is risen indeed.” A liturgy of scripture, songs, and sermon follows; the crowd quietly and slowly walks the two blocks to God’s Acre, and the band groups join together to play in unison.

Everyone stands—huddled, united, expectant—in the graveyard, looking

out at the stones that have begun to catch and reflect the morning light. A triumphant melody of brass and other instruments rises through the air as the sun rises higher.

We have made it through the night’s darkness; we have survived the shadow of Christ Jesus’ death. A new day, a new life, an eternal hope has dawned anew.

Christ lives—and so do we!

The 245th Salem Congregation Easter Sunrise service is on Sunday, April 16, 2017, beginning in front of Home Moravian Church in Old Salem, in downtown Winston-Salem. After the proclamation of ‘The Lord is Risen, Indeed!’ a brief reading/singing of liturgy will take place and then worshipers will proceed to God’s Acre.

For more information, call 1 (336) 722-6504 or go to www.salemcongregation.org.

Visit www.oldsalem.org for details on how you can spend your day there after the service.

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the Pilot Mountain State Park!

The Yadkin Valley is fortunate to have state parks within its borders and some of the friendliest rangers in the State!Pilot Mountain State Park and Ranger Jess A. Anderson has some March educational programs you might like. They are free.

Some events are only an hour and some are longer. No rain or snow dates are given so it would be wise to check with the Park on any event: 336-325-2355.

Saturday, March 11 at 2:00p: Fire Ecology Hike, meet at the TRACK Trail/Sassafras located on the upper side of the Summit Area Parking Lot near the restroom. Hike 0.3 miles round trip and discuss the benefits of fire in Pilot Mountain's landscape, 1 hour.

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Sunday, March 12 at 9:00a: Ivy Bluffs Winter Bird Hike. Meet at the end of /Shoals Road in the Yadkin River section, Yadkin County. Walk along the Yadkin River to find some winter migrants and enjoy good views of the river from the bluffs. Bring your own binoculars or borrow from our limited supply, 2 hours.

Wednesday, March 15 at 10:00a: 100-Mile Challenge, Mountain Trail Hike.

Meet at the Park Office and trek around Pilot Mountain with a ranger. Learn about the history of N.C. State Parks, history of Pilot Mountain and a variety of natural history topics along the way, 3 hours.

Saturday, March 18 at 5:00p: View from the Little PInnacle. Meet with a park ranger at the Little Pinnacle Overlook to learn what you are viewing when you peer off at the horizon from the Little Pinnacle. A spotting scope will be available for your use. Bring your own binoculars, one hour.

Sunday, March 25 at 10a: Jomeokee Hike. Meet with a park ranger at the Jomeokee Trailhead. During the hike the park's history, geology and local flora and fauna will be discussed, 1 hour.

Friday, March 31 at 7:00p: History of N.C. State Parks (campground Amphitheater). Enjoy a campfire while listening to the continuing legacy of the N.C. State Park system, 1 hour.

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Shibui Exhibit Through a melding of the Japanese notion of shibui—Georges le Chevallier's Shibui exhibit in downtown Yadkinville, showcases simplicity with an edge of wit and humor to make the Yadkin Cultural Arts Center's Welborn Gallery walls vibrant with color and the shape of the square from March 3 to April 29.

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20th Salisbury Confederate Prison Symposium The Robert F. Hoke Chapter 78 of the United Daughters of the Confederacy will be hosting its Annual Salisbury Confederate Prison Symposium April 28-30 in Salisbury. Learn more about the only Confederate States military prison placed in North Carolina, (active December 1861 to February 1865).

Beginning Friday with Friendship Banquet, lecture, music, recognition of veterans and door prizes. Saturday has six lectures: Author/Historian Robert Carpenter-Prison guard from Gaston Co.; Historian Dr. Kevin Cherry; Author/Historian Dr. Gary Freeze-Introduction to the Prison; Historian/Descendant; Ron Nichols; Archaeologist Ken Robinson-2005/2012 studies of prison; Historian/Descendant Geoffrey Ryder, M.D.-PTSD among prisoners; Author/Historian Dr. Jim Tootlebaseball played at prison; plus light refreshments, displays and books.

Sunday, two public Memorial Services:10a Memorial Service at the Salisbury National Cemetery and 11a Service for guards at the Old Lutheran Cemetery. There will be an afternoon tour of the Prison site for registrants.

Ed and Sue Curtis, coordinators of the Salisbury Symposium receive awards for their work and newsletter at the historic prison site from the NC Society of Historians.

Registration is $65 per person when postmarked by April 7, $75 afterwards. $15 charge for refunds after April 14. No refunds after April 21.

Send checks to Robert F. Hoke Chapter 78, UDC, PO Box 83, Salisbury, NC 28145-0083.

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Working for Better Vision in Wilkes...

North Wilkesboro Lions Club Lions KidSight USA is a nationwide program following the mission of all Lions Clubs—detecting and helping those with visions issues. KidSight USA offers a simple, totally painless, non-invasive and cost-free vision screening to children six months to six years of age with follow-up connections.

Parents’ permission is required.

It’s noted that 80% of learning for a child is visual. Often youngsters compensate for vision problems so well that parents, teachers and pediatricians are unaware of any problem.

Vision disorders are the most prevalent disabling childhood conditions. Visual impairment affects 5 to 10% of preschool age children. Undetected vision problems affect physical ability and self-esteem. Less than 21% of preschool-age children have their vision screened. Problems risk becoming permanent if not detected by age seven.

KidSight screens for Hyperopia, a far-sightedness, the difficulty seeing objects near. Untreated this can contribute to “crossing of the eyes” but can be corrected with glasses. Myopia is “Near sightedness” when the eyes focus incorrectly, making distant objects appear blurred and can also be treated with glasses. Astigmatism is a condition in which the cornea has an abnormal curve causing out-of-focus vision. Ani90

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Lions Mike Reid(left) and Otis Church (right) with the Plusoptix Screener.

by Barbara & John Norman sometropia is a condition that can adversely affect the development of binocular vision in infants and children. The brain will often suppress the vision of the blurrier eye in a condition called Amblyopia or “lazy eye.” Strabismus is when the eyes are not directed to an object simultaneously. Sometimes the eyes deviate outward and sometimes inward.

The North Wilkesboro Lions Club detected a Wilkes County need and stepped up to the plate to help. The project goal was set at $8,000. Lions Club members quickly donated $4990.00. The Wilkes Health Foundation granted the Club $4,000 and Lowes Hardware awarded the Club a $2500.00 grant.

The Lions joined hands with local businesses, organizations and individuals to raise the remaining money needed to buy the Plusoptix.

Eighteen Lions Club members have spent more than 126 man hours of training on the Plusoptix Screener and currently 16 members are certified operators. Remember, there is no charge to any of the schools or the children for the screening.

At first, the 13 public Wilkes County elementary schools’ four year old Pre-K children were screened. In 2016, they tested 368 kids and referred 67 (that’s 18% referral). Parents yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

were notified of screening results. The Wilkes County Public School System offered funding help if needed, for follow up visits with eye specialists.

Future plans include screening all pre/K and kindergarten children in Wilkes County: Private and Christian schools, daycare centers and the public school pre-registration clinics in the spring.

The North Wilkesboro Lions Club certainly exemplifies the act of people doing good deeds for others. It was an honor to share lunch and meet the members of this organization.

If you’d like to help support the goals of the club, inquire about becoming a member or learn more about the Plusoptix program, the club’s phone number is 336-667-6980.

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Biking Bravado

by Kathleen Guthrie

Kathy, an out-of-state Yadkin Valley subscriber, shares her biking expertise.

photos by Scott Kleinschuster, Bike Line

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Trying to find a new way to get some fresh air and watch the earth turn green again? Biking is a sport that can be enjoyed by young and old alike and on many different levels.

“Yeah, right! Easier said than done,” you’re probably saying to yourself. It IS easy and here are some tips to help you get on the road or trail.

Familiarize yourself with a local bike shop and the employees. They will become your guides to equipment and gear and eventually become your ‘best buddies.’ Believe me, unless you are bicycle mechanically inclined, you will come to appreciate their expertise.

Start by deciding if you want to road ride or trail ride then ask for assistance shopping for an entry level bike. If you are thinking about off road riding, i.e. mountain trails or rail trails, you will want to check out either a dual sport or a hybrid bike. These bikes feature flat handlebars, a wider saddle (seat), wider tires, shock absorbers and flat pedals which can be used with casual shoes such as sneakers. For this type of riding, an entry level TREK will cost between $300 to $350, and, of course, could be more depending on your ability and personal needs.

If road riding is your desire, you will want to look at bikes that feature drop handlebars, higher gearing, a smaller seat, narrower tires and pedals with toe clips or clipless according to your ability and comfort level. Road bikes offer the opportunity for faster, longer, high performance street riding. Once you become comfortable with the bike, you may want to upgrade some of the options to suit your level of riding. An entry level TREK road bike can start around $400.

A third consideration is the comfort bike which features higher handlebars and a bigger saddle which puts you into a more upright riding position. These bikes are great for paved paths, boardwalks and neighborhoods. Comfort bikes can be priced beginning at $350.

Once you test ride a bike and decide if it is the one for you, make sure you are properly fitted to it. If you had a bike as a child, you probably jumped on it and rode off into the sunset. But having a bike that truly fits you will make a world of difference in your riding experience. A good bike shop will offer a yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

bike fitting before you ride off into the sunset. Take advantage of the service.

Any bike that you purchase should have a seat pack. There are several styles and sizes from which to choose. Some things you should include in it are a spare tube and tools for changing a flat which include levers, a multi-tool, patches, inflation cartridges or a small pump. You can also carry a snack and cell phone in a seat pack. You will want to look at attachable flashing lights for safety, a water bottle cage and possibly a speedometer/odometer or GPS. Most likely you have seen riders in colorful clothing and spandex shorts/tights. What you choose to wear is up to you, but you want to be sure to dress for the climate and for comfort. If you decide on riding shorts, make sure they have a good chamois in them.

A chamois provides an extra layer of comfort between you and the seat and helps relieve any pressure points you may experience during your ride. Your jersey should be breathable and/or wicking and definitely not cotton.

Many riders wear biking gloves which help with your grip, provide gel pads for the pressure points on the palms of your hands, and absorb sweat.

Before leaving the bike shop, make sure you are professionally fitted with the most important piece of safety equipment—a helmet. Regardless of where or how you ride, always wear a helmet because falls do happen!

If you choose to be a road rider, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules of the road. As with automobiles, many states have a Bicycle Driver’s Manual which says that cyclists are granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle. Acquiring a manual or reading the provisions online will definitely be to your advantage and can help make cycling safe for all of us who road ride. Become safety minded!

After you are completely outfitted, know the rules of the road, checked the air pressure in your tires, checked your brakes and chain, have all your tools, and are ready to ride, taking that first pedal stroke can be the hardest thing to do. Ask at your bike shop if they sponsor group rides at various levels or if they are affiliated with any bike clubs/groups in your area. These are the people to ride with because they will give you great advice on riding skills, help you make progress and continue to push yourself. Many long-lasting friendships have been formed among cyclists—it’s just GOOD FUN! ya dki nva l l e y ma gazi n e.com

Facing page: Kathleen picks out the perfect helmet.

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A Deadly, Silent Threat

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If there was something entering your home that could harm you, you would take action. If you knew there was something causing harm to you and your family, you would put a stop to it. But what if something was coming into your home, place of work, or other location and harming your family and you didn’t know? You can’t protect yourself or your loved ones from things are you aren’t aware of. A real, deadly and quiet threat to you and your family is carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a colorless, tasteless, odorless gas produced anytime a fossil fuel is burned; from any form of incomplete combustion. This gas is harmful, and potentially deadly, causing carbon monoxide poisoning. This can occur in those around the gas in large volumes over a short period of time or even small volumes over a long time period. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, examples of items producing CO are: Furnaces or boilers, gas stoves and ovens, fireplaces (both gas and wood burning), water heaters, clothes dryers, wood stoves, power generators, motor vehicles, power tools and lawn equipment and tobacco smoke.

Carbon monoxide, once in your blood stream, takes the place of oxygen on your red blood cells. This makes it difficult for your body to carry needed oxygen to all the areas of the brain and other organs where it’s needed. What does it look like when you are experiencing CO poisoning? This is another

contributing factor to the difficulty in detecting an issue, as many of the symptoms are common with other conditions. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), “Besides tightness across the chest, initial symptoms of CO poisoning may include: Headache, fatigue, dizziness, drowsiness or nausea. Sudden chest pain may occur in people with angina. During prolonged or high exposures, symptoms may worsen and include vomiting, confusion and collapse in addition to loss of consciousness and muscle weakness.”

Symptoms will vary from person to person. Those most at risk are small children, elderly and those with other health issues. Pets in the home are also at risk.

With these common indicators and a lack of a smell, taste or a visual cue, many may not realize what’s happening before it is too late.

The CDC is clear about CO poisoning: Can’t be seen, can’t be smelled, can’t be heard and can be stopped. CO poisoning can be prevented by having a CO monitor in place in your home and other areas were combustible materials and equipment are running. Make sure this monitor has a battery back-up and, preferably, a digital readout. The CDC also recommends having any gas, oil or coal burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician every year including that venting is in good repair and any issues repaired properly. Never burn charyad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

coal indoors. Using a portable gas camp stove indoors can cause CO to build up inside your home, cabin or camper. Also, never use a generator inside your home, basement or garage or less than 20 feet from any window, door or vent. Make sure to keep your chimney clean and checked each year, to prevent gases from entering the home. Cars are also a source of CO. Be sure to check your exhaust system for any leaks and do not run your car in the garage, even with the garage door up or open. Opening the door does not provide enough ventilation.

If the monitor in your home alarms, or if you believe yourself or someone has CO poisoning, get to open, fresh air as soon as possible. Then quickly call 911. The fire department will need to enter the space to determine where the gas is coming from. This should be done by trained professionals with the proper protection and equipment. Someone suspected of CO poisoning will be put on a regimen of 100% pure oxygen and monitored for further follow-up. With CO poisoning, awareness, education and monitoring are all needed to help keep your family safe.

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Should you Scrub (Exfoliate/Polish) your Face?

by Ruth R. Henderson, BeautiControl EVIP Using a facial scrub, also known as polish, masks, or exfoliator, can make your skin feel beautiful, youthful, supple and have a glow. Unlike using a regular soap or cleanser, facial scrubs use small particles, beads or chemicals to get rid of old skin cells. Getting rid of these will make way for new ones which are forming in the lower layers of skin, thus bringing newer skin to the surface when the old is removed.

There are several different types of facial scrubs designed to be effective for the many different types of skin you might have; for example: Sensitive, acne prone, dry, oily and normal. There are also many different kinds of DIY formulas available which may give you mixed results, depending on your particular situation and skin needs.

For sensitive skin, I would recommend a non-gritty exfoliator with a mixture of alpha hydroxyl acids and green tea which fights free radicals and reduces inflammation. If you have oily skin, look for a foaming scrub that may contain rice powder to absorb extra oil and silica particles to slough off dead skin cells. For dry skin, use a crème scrub that contains the small round jojoba beads to roll gently over your skin, but goes deep in the skin to loosen dead skin cells. For acne prone skin, look for a scrub containing salicylic acid to diminish pore size and help clear the appearance of acne and prevent new breakouts from forming. For normal skin, a mixture of oatmeal and honey will deep cleanse the surface and leave it feeling fresh, crisp, and clean.

I suggest for any type skin, wash your face twice per day with a gentle cleanser to remove top surface layers of dust, dirt, or grime which causes dead skin cells to accumulate due to pollution, weather and sun exposure. These factors make your skin look dull, uneven, splotchy and unattractive. Follow these steps two to three times per week for oily skin; one to two times per week for dry skin.

Place a little of the scrub in your palm and start applying it to your damp chin, forehead and cheeks. Move your fingers upward and outward in small circular motions until your whole face is covered. After applying either of these scrubs, thoroughly rinse face with cool water, and apply a generous amount of rich moisture crème.

Some simple rules about using facial scrubs that are important to remember are: • Do not over-exfoliate. One to three times a week is recommended, depending on your skin type, and avoid products that have harsh beads or grains that tear or break the skin.

• Avoid HOT water and showers; use warm or cool water to be most gentle to your skin.

• Avoid products with alcohol as they will dry out your skin even more.

• Use gentle cleanser which do not strip or scar your skin with overly harsh cleansers which would leave your skin feeling tight or itchy.

• Avoid masks that are extremely drying. Look for ones that offer hydration, is soothing, and adds moisturizer.

• Moisturize twice per day, morning and night.

• Use Liquid or crème makeup for normal/dry skin; powder or wet-dry for oily/combination skin.

Exfoliating your skin will rid your face of dead skin cells quickly. BeautiControl offers several different formulas of scrub/polish/exfoliator to fit your particular skin type and condition. You will see an amazing difference in your skin’s appearance when you make this step a regular part of your regular routine.

Contact me for individual consultation, to book a BeautiControl party, or to purchase any of your BeautiControl needs.

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Sisters: Martha (left) and Betty (right)

Sisters and Secrets Family—what a wonderful concept!

I was blessed to have parents who were devoted to one another and to my sister and me.

As I sit here writing with my sleeping cat on my lap I conjure visions of my parents in the kitchen. Mother would be baking cookies while Daddy would be parked in front of the oven, watching it like it was a television. When they were done, Daddy would snatch one from the cookie sheet and eat it right out of the oven. Nothing was too hot for my daddy to eat; he frequently said he liked his coffee to perk one more time as he swallowed it. I was blessed to have parents who lived long lives.

Memory is a tricky thing that often makes me homesick for the old days.

My sister was three years younger than I. As we got older we shared many things. We grew up during the Great Depression, and many items were scarce in almost every household. We made do with things we had, and improvised when we had to. We shared secrets with one another and they didn't cost a cent.

Most of our secrets involved dogs or cats or other innocuous things, but at the time they were of vital interest. One pleasant memory of our teenage years was spying on her singing Frank Sinatra songs using a hairbrush as a microphone.

by Betty Cooper

Martha wanted to be a nurse while I wanted to be a teacher. She became ill during her first year of college and was unable to realize her dream. She stayed at home and worked in a bookstore. By summer she married her beau who was in the Army. Shortly after their honeymoon, he was deployed to be part of the occupation force after the end of World War II. Martha ended her career as a successful insurance agent.

I fulfilled my dream of being a teacher. Our family moved frequently due to my husband's career and when we retired in the 1980s, it was time to return home. We built a house on land given to us from my parents next door to them. After we settled in, Martha and I spent a lot of time together. It was nice to live only ten miles from her. We had many cousins who we saw at least monthly. Many of the cousins have died since then.

In our later years, due to health issues we did most of our visiting by phone. Martha had become frail and was uncomfortable most of the time. Before her death last October, she shared one last secret with me. She told me she was ready to shed her problems and pain and bask in the glory of Heaven.

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What Is Good Head Posture?

Have you ever noticed how many people have terrible posture? One of the most common faulty postures is called “forward head carriage” or “anterior based occiput.” Other terms are “hump back” or slouching. There are several reasons for this common postural fault. One is the weight of the head, on average, approximately 10 to 13 pounds and if it’s positioned too far forward, the muscles in the upper back and neck tighten up much more than normal, fatigue and become painful. Also, the muscles that attach to the skull have different degrees of strength.

They also attach and pull at different angles, contributing to the common forward head carriage posture. The muscles of the chest are much stronger than those in the mid- and upper back and tend to pull our shoulders forward. The following pictures offer a good view of both a faulty posture as well as a “good” posture.

Notice the forward shift in the line in the pictures of poor posture and backwards shift in the good posture.

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Children and Pet Loss Robin Brock, D.V.M.

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e humans are a caring species. One only need look at the tremendous outpouring of financial and “people power” support that came from around

the globe after the January earthquakes in Haiti. That caring nature creates a unique bond with those for whom we care.

This is the basis of our bond with animals. We care for them and they show us love and care in return. This bond is one which is destined to end with tears when the life of our pets ends. We know when we take them into our lives that their lives will probably end before ours do. It is the love and warmth they give us during their short lives which makes us endure the pain we know will come when we loose them. This knowledge we gain with each experience of pet ownership.

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Our children don’t have the benefit of that experience. How do we prepare them for this loss when they may have never experienced death of any kind? What do we tell them when it is time to let go?

A child’s understanding of death and loss changes as he grows older. Infants up to around age two may feel the increased stress levels which may be present in others when there is a death, but they have no real concept of death. Children aged 2 to 4 may miss their furry playmate when a pet dies but they do not understand death is permanent. Even early school aged children, aged 5 to 8, may not fully appreciate death is real and happens to everyone. Children of this age often personify death as the Grim Reaper or Angel of Death. They may believe death could be avoided by simply running from this creature. Generally, around the age of eight, children understand death is permanent and universal. Older children (9 to 12), adolescents (13 to 17) and young adults (18 to 21) understand death but still may never have experienced it. The death of a pet is often their first real experience of loss. (Perspectives, J/A, 1994. “Children and Pet Loss,” Lagoni, Laurel and Carolyn Butler, Colorado State University Teaching Hospital.)

The loss of a pet for a child is bound to create questions for the child. The questions will vary depending on the age of the child and their understanding of death. It is important to answer questions truthfully and help the child to understand what happens when a pet dies. Specific questions about what happens to the body after death may seem gruesome but these are normal questions young children will have. It may be helpful to have the child participate in preparing the grave or preparing a memorial service for the pet. Sharing spiritual beliefs about death can be very comforting at this time.

It is important not to create a false story like the pet ran away or went to live with someone else. This can create feelings of anger towards the pet or inner guilt as they wonder “Why did he leave me?” It can also create resentment from older children and adolescents when they discover the truth. yad kin valley ma gaz ine.com

Young adults may experience feelings of guilt for “abandoning” their pet when they left home for school, work or marriage. The death of the pet may intensify these feelings of guilt. In addition, the pet’s loss represents the loss of a link to their childhood. Even young adults who feel they are beyond the need for “mothering” will appreciate sincere words of comfort or a warm shoulder during this time.

The subject of euthanasia is a difficult one for many adults to discuss with their children. Parents may feel the child will not understand and in some cases, this is true. The discussion of euthanasia is best left to older children who understand the full implication of death. Words like “help to die” should be used instead of “put to sleep.” A young child who is told his pet was “put to sleep” may think the pet will awaken or worse yet, may believe he too will die if he goes to sleep.

Even if a child is able to understand the term “help to die,” he may not be able to understand the decision making process.

Deciding to euthanize a pet is a very difficult decision for most pet owners.

Many factors may come into play including the need to alleviate suffering in the pet and the cost of necessary treatment for the pet. Focusing on the need to alleviate suffering is most important when talking to children about the decision.

Even young adults may have limited experience with financial responsibility and may not understand the need to make life and death choices when weighing treatment cost and prognosis versus euthanasia. This is a difficult decision for adults and I believe this burden should not be placed on children. It should be enough that the child is told the decision was to end their pet’s suffering.

When a pet dies, parents often want to go out right away and get their child another pet. Usually, it is better to first give everyone a period to grieve and fully accept their loss. The length of this period varies for each individual.

Younger children may be ready to accept a new pet sooner than older children and young adults. It is important to make children understand the pet who has died is not being replaced. That pet will forever remain in their hearts. The new pet is to fill a hole in the family. The new pet will have to win its own way

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into the family’s heart. (Fortunately, this is usually not very difficult.)

When we take a pet into our homes, we commit to caring for them through the good and the bad times. It should be explained to children that letting a pet die or helping that pet to die is part of the care we must give them. Each animal has a time to live and a time to die.

When we can no longer provide the care needed to alleviate a pet’s suffering in any other way, we must love them enough to let them go. This is a difficult time for all pet lovers, especially our children. The best we can do for them at this time is to answer their questions honestly and give them the love and support the loss of their furry friend has taken away.

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The Humane Society of Davie County is selling its adoption center building in Mocksville to be used as the new Davie County Animal Shelter. HSDC will continue its work in new ways as the two organizations organizations will continue to be two separate organizations with HSDC pulling abandoned pets from DCAS for adoption. Work will continue with DCAS on ways to reduce intake into the animal shelter and reduce unnecessary euthanasia (adoption).

The building is too large for HSDC to financially operate.

It houses up to 50 dogs and cats, and requires sufficient staff to care for those animals day and night seven days a week.

While donor support has been great and with two successful fundraising events each year, revenues continue to fall short of the funds needed to break even on this size of a facility.

HSDC is excited about pursuing other ways of doing business, ways that will lead to more lives being saved, and guarantee the future of HSDC as an active community organization in 2017: HSDC will continue to work with Animal Services to pull and place dogs and cats; expanded spay/neuter program through clinics and local veterinarians; HSDC plans to launch an out-of-state transport program, continue its fundraising events: Cause for Paws and Paws in the Park plus the smaller events over the year—financial support remains critical to HSDC being able to accomplish its goals.

Donors to the building can be proud of the adoptions and spay/neuter surgeries accomplished through the building over the past 9 years. HSDC very much appreciates the support shown by its donors and assures its donors we remain committed to our mission. Staff will continue to care for animals

HSDC Sale of the Adoption Center while at the HSDC facility prior to the sale. HSDC will do its best to adopt out remaining animals prior to the sale of the building, but would love for foster homes to become available while animals are awaiting permanent placement. No pets in HSDC’s care currently will be transferred to Davie County Animal Services or euthanized.

We will still need community support in the form of volunteers to continue our organization. Volunteers are and have always been the lifeblood of HSDC—we will still need community support in the form of volunteers to continue our organization.

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off the bookshelf Having two grandkids keeps me on the lookout for age and season appropriate books to keep stacked on a kid’s chair for easy access on those “visits.”

Ree Drummond, the popular Pioneer Woman and cook/designer/entrepreneur extraordinaire has been on the top of book lists for years with her homestyle cookbooks, dishware and bio of her life with her Marlboro Man. What is rarely mentioned is her dozen or so kids’ books that come in paperback and hardbound. The main character is Ree's ranch dog, Charlie, a basset hound. “Charlie has floppy ears, droopy eyes and pretty short legs. He loves to eat bacon, take long naps, eat bacon, take long naps…and eat bacon! He’s a funny guy and I wouldn’t change a thing about him,” says Ree. Initially, Charlie Plays Ball hits on some of the aspects of the Drummond family and ranch living, then delves into playing ball— "it’s very big around here.” Football, soccer and basketball are the three main balls played and covered in the book. Charlie attempts to play in a basic, family- (if you watch The Pioneer Woman you will recognize all the family members) playing, dog-loving way by illustrator Diane deGroat’s watercolors. Most pages have only half a dozen words making it a quick read that is reader friendly to read multiple times as those of you who live with toddlers know, when they pick a favorite book, it needs to be read 100 times!

You learn Charlie’s all time favorite “ball” is the meatball. As a cook, Ree is almost obligated to include a relative recipe as the last page and for Charlie Plays Ball, it’s Spaghetti and Meatballs. So be prepared to cook Charlie’s favorite, Mom! It’s also interesting to note the Charlie series, this one printed in 2015, is printed in the U.S.A. through HarperCollins Publishers.

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Cindy Holby is the fundraising coordinator for the Stokes County Humane Society. If you wish to be involved with adopting and/or fundraising, contact her at: cindyholby@aol.com

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1 1/2 pounds ground beef 2 cloves garlic, minced 3/4 cup bread crumbs 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan 2 eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, minced Splash of milk 1/4 cup olive oil Combine meat, garlic, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, parsley and a splash of milk in a mixing bowl. Mix together well. (Ree uses cleanly washed hands!) Roll into 25 1/2-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet. Place cookie sheet in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to firm them up. Heat olive oil in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs, 8 at a time, turning to brown. Remove and drain on a paper towel after each batch. These meatballs need an adult to fix the spaghetti and sauce and a family dog to finish leftovers, if there are some!

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BREED: BASSET HOUND The Beloved Basset "Basset" as applied to a dog breed derives from the French adjective "bas," meaning "low thing." This comical looking low-to-the-ground, long bodied, bowed legs dog brings an instant smile.

Its soft, sad eyes and big, hanging ears plod quickly paced along with the rest of its body to bring you a basset houndan easygoing, low-key, extremely patient (particularly with youngsters), sweet and gentle canine personality.

To its credit, the basset hound's incredible hunting instinct and scenting abilities are what first earned this breed its popularity. Officially recognized by the AKC in 1935, it has proven to be a multi-purpose dog that excels in conformation, obedience, tracking, field trialing and pack hunting. They come in basically nine colors: blue, red, black, brown, tan, lemon, mahogany and white

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Their short coat requires minimal grooming though regular brushing is a need for every dog. Because bassets are prone to obesity, a daily walk is critical to keeping the dog in good physical shape. Unless a dog is 30 years old, what breed do you know that likes to be left

alone for long periods of time? The basset hound is no different. Keep those long ears clean and maintain regular nail care to keep their nails from splitting.

"Charlie" Drummond was part of the basset hounds' status as the 40th most popular breed in our country...we won't forget you "Charlie."

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The event begins at noon at Cross Creek Country Club, 1129 Greenhill Road, Mount Airy. You’ll find lots of free parking. The expo continues until 6:00p.

The benefits for attending continue to grow as Surry Community College will present a marketing seminar. Admission to the 12:30 seminar is free!

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Your Edward Jones Financial Advisor are, left to right: Paul Bunke, Doug Draughn, Tammy Joyce, Dale Draughn, Frank Beals, Barry Revis, Deanna Chilton, Christopher Funk

Can You Make Your Investments Less Taxing?

Tax Freedom Day, which typically occurs in late April, according to the Tax Foundation, is the day when the nation as a whole has earned enough money to pay off its total tax bill for the year. So you may want to use this opportunity to determine if you can liberate yourself from some investment-related taxes in the future.

Actually, Tax Freedom Day is something of a fiction, in practical terms, because most people pay their taxes throughout the year via payroll deductions. Also, you may not mind paying your share of taxes, because your tax dollars are used in many ways – such as law enforcement, food safety, road maintenance, public education, and so on – that, taken together, have a big impact on the quality of life in this country. Still, you may want to look for ways to reduce those taxes associated with your investments, leaving you more money available to meet your important goals, such as a comfortable retirement.

So, what moves can you make to become more of a “tax-smart” investor? Consider the following: Know when to hold ’em. If you sell an investment that you’ve held for less than one year, any profit you earn is considered a short-term capital gain, and it will be taxed at the same rate as your ordinary income. (For 2016, ordinary income tax rates range from 10% to 39.6%.) But if you hold the investment for longer than one year, your profit will be taxed at the longterm capital gains rate, which, for most taxpayers, will be just 15%. If at all possible, then, hold your investments at least long enough to qualify for the lower capital gains rate.

Look for the dividends. Similar to long-term capital gains, most stock dividends are taxed at 15% for most taxpayers.

Thus, dividend-paying stocks can provide you with an additional source of income at a tax rate that’s likely going to be lower than the rate on your ordinary earned income. As an added benefit, many dividend-paying stocks also offer growth potential. With some research, you can find stocks that have paid, and even increased, their dividends over a period of many years. (Be aware, though, that companies are not obligated to pay dividends and can reduce or discontinue them at their discretion.)

Use those tax-advantaged accounts. Virtually all retirement accounts available to you, whether you’ve set them up yourself or they’re made available by your employer, offer some type of tax advantage. With a traditional IRA, or a 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan, your contributions are typically tax-deductible and your earnings can grow tax deferred. Contributions to a Roth IRA, or a Roth 401(k), are never deductible, but earnings can grow tax free, provided you meet certain conditions. The bottom line? Contribute as much as you can afford to the tax-advantaged plans to which you have access.

Tax Freedom Day is here and then it’s gone. But by making some tax-smart investment decisions, you might reap some benefits for years to come.

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Some people call it “a knowing.” Others might be bold enough to say, “I heard from God.” On rare occasions, some say they’ve actually heard the audible voice of God, as in Biblical times. And you can receive a Divine message through an open vision or a dream. But for sure, if the Holy Spirit abides within you, you can, and should, hear God speak to you every day. Unfortunately, many believers think God never speaks to them. I hope when you finish this article you will know He is constantly speaking to you, but if you aren’t hearing Him, something is quelling His voice.

Have you ever noticed how an animal perks up its ears when it hears a distinct sound? Proverbs 4 is a good example of how we should perk up our spiritual ears when God wants to tell us something. Verse 20 says, “My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.” The problem is, most people don’t believe the Creator of the universe would ever speak directly to them. They’ve been taught they’re too unworthy for God’s attention. But that is just the opposite of the Father’s heart toward His children.

Jesus told a parable in John 10 about sheep. Sheep can discern the shepherd’s voice from a stranger’s and they follow him. God is our Shepherd and we are His sheep. We can know His voice from an impostor, but we must learn to discern the difference. You most likely will never hear Jesus’ audible voice in your lifetime, but Jesus explained to His distraught disciples before His ascension that it was better for them to have the gift of the Holy Spirit than to walk with Him physically on earth. Speaking of the Holy Spirit (the Comforter), who was to come, Jesus said in John 16:13 “…whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak, and he will show you things to come.” Would it not be an asset to have the all-knowing God show you things to come on an individual basis? Or do you think God doesn’t care about your everyday interactions? The Bible teaches us otherwise.

I can recall specific times when God spoke undeniably to me. In a few instances, I was too quick to share them with others. Some things should be kept between you and the Lord. Some things require action. All things should be qualified by the Word of God, for God will never violate His infallible Word. If you think God is telling you to do something that doesn’t line up with Scripture, run from it, because it isn’t God and it could kill you! The Bible is the foundational source for hearing God’s voice.

So why are so many Christians not hearing God’s voice? The answer is not hard to figure out. Jesus referred to Isaiah’s prophecy in Matthew 13:15, “For this people’s heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing…” Waxed gross here simply means grown calloused, or hardened. In today’s culture, it’s easy to see how this happens. Go anywhere and watch the people who seem to be obsessed with their cell phones. They’re texting, FaceBooking, U-Tubing, FaceTiming and the list goes on. It amazes me how many couples sitting in a restaurant are looking at their phones instead of conversing with each other. A potentially useful tool has become an addiction!

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The parable of the sower explains this well. “And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lust of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful.” Mark 4:19. Have you ever tried to say something to a child engrossed in a TV program? With eyes glued and mouth hung open, they are unconscious of their surroundings, much less the sound of your voice. Until you scream at them, that is.

The Bible teaches us that God speaks in a still, small voice. If we choose to suppress our senses with worldly things, He won’t scream at us. People these days seem to pride in the fact they can multitask. After all, consider everything we have to do! But when busyness dominates us, the ability to detect and process God’s voice becomes dull. It doesn’t take blatant sin to cause our hearts to gradually harden. It can happen while we’re sitting on a church pew!

Sinatra’s popular song “I Did It My Way,” is tranquilizing, but the message is deceitful. I’d much rather take the unpopular route and do it God’s way, and learning to hear His voice is key.

So I challenge you (and myself) to unplug from anything that is quelling God’s voice and find a place to get quiet before the Lord each day. If you’re unsure about a gut feeling, use the Bible like a map and “let the peace of God rule in your heart.” Col. 3:15. The more you practice listening to God, the better you’ll be able to recognize His voice.

And you just might be surprised at what He has to say.

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