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called it), whole milk and cream, real bacon and fresh, homegrown vegetables from my father's beautiful garden. I helped my dad plant, tend and harvest everything from sweet corn and pumpkins to Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi and carrots. But his rhubarb and asparagas patches were second to none. I can still taste the fresh asparagus served with browned butter and salt. The rhubarb-custard pies were famous! Nothing was more coveted, however, than my mother's cheesecake. It was (and still is) a secret family recipe. "I can make one for you, but I cannot give you the recipe", was my mother's retort every time anyone asked her for the recipe. I mean, it is out of this world delicious. I make it regularly for friends and family and have even had people ask me to bury them with my cheesecake. Yes, it's that good. Our entire days were structured around food. What were we having for dinner? What could we make from the leftovers? Every family gathering was centered on food and planning the

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FEATURES 10 Meals are a Big Deal at FSS At Fayette Senior Services, volunteers deliver more than just food

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SERVICES HAS BEEN PROVIDING MUCHNEEDED SERVICES TO SENIORS IN FAYETTE COUNTY FOR 42 YEARS. The non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization helps older adults preserve their independence, improve their quality of lifeÂ and keep them connected to the community. While there are many programs offered at both the Life Enrichment Center in Fayetteville and The Gathering Place in Peachtree City, the program that stands on its own in the way of significance and impact is Meals on Wheels. For more than four decades meals have been making their way into the homes of local seniors 60 and better. Delivering meals to 160-178 seniors every Monday through Friday - along 15 different routes covering the entire county - is no small feat. President & CEO Nancy Meaders confirms that "as long as you live in Fayette County, we'll get you the meal." Fayette Senior Services is supported by a staff of 150-170 volunteers who solely support Meals on Wheels. The volunteer drivers use their own vehicles and resources to deliver meals to a most appreciative and expectant population. Many of these beautiful souls have been volunteering with Fayette Senior Services for years. They tell Nancy "they just love what they do." While volunteer drivers use their own vehicles for the Meals on Wheels program, Fayette Senior Services employees drive the impressive fleet of commercially wrapped vehicles to assist and help Fayette County

AT FAYETTE SENIOR SERVICES, VOLUNTEERS DELIVER MORE THAN FOOD - A FRIENDLY FACE AND GOOD CONVERSATION COME WITH EVERY MEAL

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â€œDelivering meals t o 1 6 0 -1 7 8 s e n i o r s Delivery bags lined up and ready to go.

ever y Monday t h ro u g h Fr i d ay along 15 different routes - covering t he e n t ire count y, i s n o s m a l l f e a t .â€?

Volunteer, Tyler Chase, carries a bag loaded with meals to the cars.

Arnold Powell loads cars for delivery.

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“ Vo l u n t e e r s a r e t h e o rg a n i z a t i o n ’s e y e s a n d ears in the fie ld. Dail y meal de li ver y prov ides an oppor tunit y for a v isual check on ever yone t h e y d e l i v e r t o .” seniors get to their doctor's appointments and other

which is designed to provide a little help with the cost

non-emergency medical appointments.

of pet food, and lessen the burden of maintaining that

Every weekday morning, Open Hand Atlanta delivers

Among the list of social services offered through Fayette

menu's 5-week rotation provides a variety of meals.

Senior Services is a congregate meal program for mem-

Each frozen meal - which can be heated in the micro-

bers who no longer drive. They receive transportation to

wave - includes a meat entrée, two vegetable sides,

the Life Enrichment Center where they have the oppor-

a dinner roll, dessert, and milk. Volunteers pack the

tunity to meet new and old friends, engage in recreational

flash-frozen food into coolers labeled by route, and get

activities, and health and wellness classes while having a

them ready for delivery by the time the first volunteer

delicious and nutritious meal. The 60 and better members

arrives for pickup.

of this program were not fond of the name "congregate

Most Meals on Wheels clients receive daily meals which Fayette Senior Services prefers. As the volunteers

important bond between pet owner and pet.

pre-packaged meals to Fayette Senior Services. The

meal program" so they chose to rename themselves STAR - Seniors Together After Retirement.

are the organization's eyes and ears in the field, daily

The life enrichment services offered at the Fayetteville

meal delivery provides an opportunity for a visual check

location are made available from money that Fayette

on everyone they deliver to. If a volunteer sees anything

Senior Services raises itself for members 50 and up.

wrong, they immediately call Fayette Senior Services

The Gathering Place is owned by the city of Peachtree

and a case manager handles the matter from there.

City and contracts with Fayette Senior Services to pro-

Clients of Meals on Wheels are taken through a short

vide their recreational services. All of the social services

assessment process and determined to be less-active

offered by the organization - funded in part by federal,

or homebound, and unable to prepare nutritious meals

state and local government - are generated out of the

due to physical, mental or financial challenges. These

bustling Life Enrichment Center where two case man-

clients receive a meal everyday at lunch time. Dialysis

agers handle all the social service clients. This is also

patients for example, are not typically home everyday

where the Meals on Wheels program is operated from,

at lunch time so they receive all of their meals once

and where The Ultimate Café has made a name for itself.

weekly. Oftentimes it is determined that these clients

When county residents turn 50 and choose to

need other services as well. Transportation to medical

become members of Fayette Senior Services, they

appointments is the need FSS sees most often.

have the added benefit of particpating in activities and

For many homebound seniors, having a pet is a

events at both locations. Month to month, Fayette

source of companionship and comfort. Often, hunger

Senior Services offers 170 different programs to keep

can become a mutual affliction, especially when leav-

the level and variety of activities and social engagement

ing the house is not an option. Unfortunately, there

at its best. There's sure to be something for everyone.

are times when seniors may find it difficult to provide

Fayette Senior Services' efforts are made possible

food for their pets and some will make the decision to

by the generosity of the community they serve. If you

forego their own meal so their pets can eat. Fortunately,

are interested in providing support to this worthwhile

Fayette Senior Services offers the Ani-Meals program

organization, visit them at www.fayss.org.

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D I D YO U K N O W ? According to the American Society of Landscape Architects, outdoor fire pits are the number one requested design feature for homes today. There is nothing like an outdoor fire with comfortable chairs around it to bring a family or group of friends closer together.

LESA AND ROB DUGAS’ DREAM WAS

The fire pit is now nestled among lush

TO CREATE AN OASIS TO WHICH THEY

greenery and natural stone walls, on an

COULD ESCAPE WITHOUT LEAVING

elevated platform in the Dugas’ sprawling

THEIR TREASURED PEACHTREE CITY

multi-tiered backyard. On balmy summer

HOME. After an extensive backyard ren-

evenings,

ovation, that vision soon became a sweet

air while friendly fire flies lend their light to

+ S’mores (of course!)

success, complete with a new swimming

the fading day. Below, rockers and gliders

+ Hot dogs

pool, grill station, bar, dog walk and several

encircle the hearth while cushions in shades

+ Thick cut veggies

lounging areas. During the transformation,

of cream and wheat crown a circular stone

+ Corn on the cob

the couple made certain that their favorite

bench creating a soothing mix of coziness

+ Bacon

gathering spot remained - a circular stone

and comfort. “We wanted to create an

+ Grilled cheese

wall fire pit - where many memories were

escape, a feeling of privacy and warmth,”

+ Popcorn

created and celebrated with family and

Lesa smiles as she centers a plush pil-

+ Eggs (yes, eggs!)

friends over the last six years.

low stenciled with the word, “Gather”.

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Family and friends gather around a blazing fire during the cooler months to celebrate a birthday or to catch up

“ We w a n t e d to create an escape, a feeling of privacy a n d w a r m t h .”

during an impromptu visit. Rob always takes pride in building the fire, gathering tinder and kindling beneath trees, artfully arranging the natural logs and coaxing the flames into a magical display of red and orange hues. At their grandsons’ request, Lesa and Rob serve up delicious fire-roasted sausages, hot dogs and smoky s'mores, though popping corn at the fire pit has become a new favorite. On quiet evenings, without guests, the couple of 33 years find themselves irresistibly “called” to the fire pit. Often they’ll assemble a picnic with easy eats - a charcuterie of meats, fruits and cheeses accompanied by a bottle of red vino. “Being around the fire is where we can totally be ourselves and unplug,” Lesa shares, drawing the throw around her shoulders closer. “It’s also a great place to reminisce and dream.” Sometimes, though, the couple sits hand-inhand in silence, summoned by the hypnotic dance of the flames.

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Choosing Countertops with Beauty and Brawn LOCAL COUNTERTOP PROS OFFER ADVICE ON MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE

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CHOOSING COUNTERTOPS WITH THE BRAWN TO HANDLE DAILY LIFE AND THE BEAUTY TO FIT A HOMEOWNER’S STYLE AND BUDGET CAN BE A CHALLENGE. Countertop pro Holly Davanzo, who has provided counter-

Holly and Audrey, The Granite Girls

top materials for everything from RVs to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium during her 20-year career, said the most important thing homeowners should consider is use. For example, marble makes a beautiful statement, but this high-maintenance stone, which is prone to chipping and staining and requires regular

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sealing, is not for everyone. “If someone has a lot of kids, a white marble is not going to bode well in their home,” Holly said. A more low-maintenance option, quartz, provides a durable, non-porous surface that doesn’t require sealing and doesn’t stain. Produced from ground quartz and resins, it comes in a variety of colors and designs. It’s what Holly has in her own kitchen. “I wanted a white countertop with movement in it that wouldn’t stain,” she said. Another durable, man-made material gaining popularity is porcelain. Unlike the porcelain tiled counters of yesteryear, Holly said this porcelain comes in slabs available in a huge range of colors.

Marble makes a beautiful, but high-maintenance countertop.

Granite with simple patterns is a good countertop choice.

Quartz is a durable countertop material available in many patterns.

Quartzite can create countertops with fluid, exotic good looks.

Long the countertop standard bearer, Holly believes granite is always a good choice. But fluid patterns or stone without much pattern at all have replaced the ubiquitous speckled, busy granite patterns. Holly also recommends quartzite for those seeking a fluid, exotic look. Although white kitchens are still popular, Holly said the newest trends are bringing color back to the kitchen with blue cabinets leading the charge. She advises choosing either the cabinet color or the countertops as the inspiration for the rest of the kitchen adding that the cabinets and countertops should match or contrast, not compete. 20

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Since countertops are a big investment, budget is another important consideration. In fact, that’s what pushed Holly into the business. While living in a South Florida home without the granite countertops she wanted but couldn’t afford, Holly started her own countertop business after learning her Italian neighbor knew how to cut and polish stone. “Where there’s a will there’s a way,” she said. Since moving to Fayette County, Holly has worked as an independent contractor through Mega Granite in Newnan. Her neighbor, Audrey Linkner became a counterpart a few years ago and together they are known as ‘The Granite Girls,’ helping customers get the look they want within their budget. Material costs range from around $30 to $90 or more per square foot. Certain edges are

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with the most expensive piece,” Holly warns. “Have your consultant show you all the colors

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L i fe i n t h e K i t c h e n A LOOK-SEE INTO THE LIVES AND FOOD OF FOUR REPUTABLE LOCAL CHEFS

Restaurant: The Curious Pig Position: Chef / Owner By Susan Walworth

YOU GRADUATED FROM LE CORDON BLEU IN

WHAT IS THE SOURCE OF INGREDIENTS FOR THE

ATLANTA. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO BECOME A CHEF?

CURIOUS PIG’S ‘ELEVATED COMFORT FOOD’?

I’ve literally worked every position in a restaurant, and

The Curious Pig is the first chef-driven restaurant that uses local

it seemed like the right path. The Curious Pig is 25 years

ingredients. We work tirelessly with local farmers. The understanding

of my life experiences wrapped into one restaurant. It’s a

of what you eat is so disconnected. Most people’s farmer is Kroger.

lifelong dream to open my own restaurant. WHAT’S THE ONE INGREDIENT YOU COULDN’T WHO INSPIRED YOUR SOUTHERN CULINARY STYLE?

BE WITHOUT? Butter. Butter is my baby.

I loved cooking with a childhood neighbor, Angie Shelton, and with my grandmother, Rayma Smith. She

AS A MARRIED FATHER OF THREE, DO YOU COOK

always cooked simple Southern, Lowcountry recipes.

AT HOME?

SINCE YOUR MENU CHANGES OFTEN, WHERE DO

Slade and Lilah Grey like the typical kid stuff, but we like to make

YOU GET IDEAS FOR NEW DISHES?

it homemade. We leave the boxed stuff at the store.

My wife, Amy, and I split up the cooking at home. Emery,

We do a lot of experimental cooking, watch tv shows, and read a lot of articles. We have a farmer bringing us python beans, which I had never even seen before. Seeing something new is inspiring.

what’s your favorite item on the curious pig menu? Buffalo chicken skins—all the flavors of chicken wings with an amazing crunch!

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WHERE IN FRANCE DID YOU GROW UP AND

interesting. I feel that it’s my turn to make it better. After me, the

ATTEND COOKING SCHOOL?

next generation can do the same!

Monte-de-Marsan, a small city in the southeastern part of France. I went to school in Bordeaux, for two years, when I was 19 years old.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR CUSTOMERS’ FAVORITES? The flounder. The dish is a classic French cuisine - poached fish in a sauce. But for the stuffing, I use crab cakes which you

WHEN DID YOU MOVE TO THE U.S.? I travelled to Texas when I was 22 years old. I also lived

would not find in France, and a saffron-infused broth which is pungent and wonderful. My customers love it!

in Colorado before moving to Peachtree City in 1997. It was always my dream to open a restaurant. I achieved my goal just a few days before 2000 began!

DO YOU COOK OUTSIDE OF THE RESTAURANT? I cook every night, at home. Always experimenting. I always want to create something new - spices, ingredients, mixtures,

HOW DID YOU DECIDE ON THE NAME,

techniques. Lately, I created a new recipe using a rack of lamb

PASCAL’S BISTRO?

and the Indian spice, Masala.

The legal name is Pascal’s American Cafe. (I was shortened version.

what is the secret to your success?

WHAT DOES “COOKING” MEAN TO YOU?

Hard work. Always. I love my life, my job, my staff, my

inspired by the movie, Casablanca.) Pascal’s Bistro is the

Cooking in an art. It requires creativity and talent. I

customers, and, I love Peachtree City.

usually take classic French dish and modify a few ingredients to improve the recipe. I try to make it even more

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DETAILS: Restaurant: Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar Position: Culinary Director By: Pam Reid

CHEF BRIAN CARSON HOW DID YOU GET STARTED AS A CHEF AND WHAT

and quality of product and also allows us to keep the price

DO YOU DO IN YOUR CURRENT ROLE?

down. Our West End and Pinewood locations have retail

I have been cooking professionally for the past 16 years alongside some of the big names in the industry. The

stores attached to the building. After dinner, grab a sixpack of craft beer to take home.

kitchen - the very place I used to make cornbread as early as six years old - is the place where I’m able to create

WHAT CONTRIBUTES TO THE

experiences for our customers. I created the menu for all

BARLEYGARDEN VIBE?

three restaurants: Barleygarden Kitchen Avalon, Box Car

We want to be accessible to everyone. In all locations

at Hop City West End, and Barley Garden Pinewood. As

we have great ambiance and an amazing variety of artisan

Culinary Director, I regulate the food and oversee quality

beers on tap. Our menu is playful enough, yet incred-

at each restaurant.

ibly well-rounded - there’s something for everyone. The butcher shop, the retail shops and the variety on our menu

WHAT IS DISTINGUISHABLE

contribute to our ability to create meaningful and satisfy-

ABOUT BARLEYGARDEN?

ing experiences for everyone.

We established a butcher shop at the West End location. We sell steaks and local farmer produce to the public directly. We grew to butchering half a cow a week - all Georgia grown and grass fed - grinding it to hamburger and sending it to all our locations. This is the beef we use in our restaurants, which allows us to control the freshness 24

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what’s your favorite dish on the menu? I don’t really have a favorite. I think everything is good!

CHEF Alvin Dayrit DETAILS: Restaurant: Ginza Japanese Restaurant Position: Head Chef By: Jackie Boeheim

WHEN DID YOU KNOW YOU WANTED TO

working on the movie Ant-Man, asked me to make him

BE A CHEF?

something spicy. I created a special roll that has diced

I was working for a small mom & pop Japanese restau-

spicy tuna on the top. When Todd took his first bite, the

rant in Miami, Florida as a kitchen helper and a dish-

first thing that came out of his mouth was “WHAT THE F!”

washer. I knew then I wanted to become a Sushi Chef,

Todd and I became good friends and he still gets his WTF

but it wasn’t easy. I was mentored by four Japanese Chefs

every time.

and all four of them had different personalities, styles and skills. I immersed myself by learning from all of them.

WHAT IS ONE INGREDIENT YOU COULD NOT LIVE WITHOUT?

WHAT IS THE MOST DIFFICULT SKILL TO MASTER

Fresh seafood/fish. I will never compromise quality.

AS A SUSHI CHEF? Mastering RICE... you need to know how to prepare rice all the time, the same way every single time. Consistency and discipline are very important.

WHAT IS ONE TIP YOU CAN GIVE DINERS WHEN EATING SUSHI? Sushi is best when it’s eaten at the restaurant, it just doesn’t travel well.

TELL US ABOUT THE CRAZIEST SUSHI ROLL YOU’VE EVER CREATED. The WTF roll. It’s not on the menu and yet it is the most popular roll. It all started when I was working at my old sushi restaurant in town and Todd, a special effects guy

favorite dish at your restaurant? A variety of fresh sashimi. I love the taste of raw fish.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

3 meals, 1 bag! GET THREE DELICIOUS MEALS FROM ONE BAG OF GROCERIES . . . HERE’S HOW!

ARTICLE PAULI REEP | PHOTOGRAPHY JENNIFER CONFORTI

shopping list + 4 ounces shredded

+ 2 - 28 oz. cans

+ 4 oz. bacon

+ 64 oz. chicken stock

parmesan cheese

San Marzano tomatoes

+ 1 small jar pesto

+ 12 oz. baby spinach, fresh

+ 1 head garlic

+ 4 boneless, skinless

+ 2 - 15 oz. cans

+ 2 eggs

+ 1 onion

chicken breasts

cannellini beans

+ Red pepper flakes + 1 pound bucatini pasta

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one B U C AT I N I A L L’A M AT R I C I A N A

INGREDIENTS: + 1/4 lb. bacon, chopped

+ 2 cans San Marzano

+ 2 teaspoons olive oil

plum

+ 1 small onion, chopped

juices, crushed by hand

+ 2 garlic cloves, minced

(28 oz. each)

tomatoes

with

+ Pinch of red pepper flakes + 1 lb. bucatini pasta + Sea salt

+ 1/3 cup grated Parmesan

DIRECTIONS In a large heavy pan over medium heat, cook the bacon in the olive oil, stirring often, until golden, about 10 minutes. Add the onion and sauté until tender and golden, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté until the garlic is golden, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes and a pinch of salt, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, 15-20 minutes. ABOUT CHEF PAULI

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Chef Pauli began her culinary career by mak-

Season with salt; add the pasta and cook, stir-

ing wedding cakes and catering small events.

ring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, reserving

Later, as a Certified Personal Chef with the

1 cup of pasta cooking water.

United States Personal Chef Association, she

Add drained pasta to sauce in skillet and toss

planned menus and prepared meals for clients

vigorously with tongs to coat. Add 1/2 cup of

in their homes. Then, as a consultant for the

the reserved pasta water and cook until sauce

Chick-fil-A, Inc., Menu Development Team, she

coats pasta, about 2 minutes. (Add a little pasta

used her skills to help develop several new menu

water if sauce is too dry.) Stir in cheese and

offerings including the infamous mac n’ cheese!

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two S T R AC C I AT E L L A ( I TA L I A N E G G D R O P S O U P )

INGREDIENTS:

three CHICKEN FLORENTINE WITH WHITE BEANS

INGREDIENTS:

+ Grated Parmesan

+ 1 15-ounce can Cannellini

+ 4 6 oz. chicken breasts, + 1 cup chicken stock

for garnish

beans, drained and rinsed

boneless, skinless

+ 6 ounces baby spinach + 2 Tablespoons olive oil

+ 3/4 cup white beans

+ 4 teaspoons basil pesto rinsed and drained

leaves, about 4 cups

+ 4 cloves of garlic,

+ 1/2 teaspoon salt

+ 2 large eggs, beaten

thinly sliced

+ 1/8 teaspoon

cheese, grated

+ ½ teaspoon salt

+ Pinch of red pepper flakes

black pepper

+ 6 cups spinach, fresh

+ 2 tablespoon olive oil

+ 1 clove garlic, minced

+ 6 cups chicken stock DIRECTIONS

1/4

cup Parmesan

DIRECTIONS

In a large pot warm the oil over medium

Make a 2-inch slit lengthwise along the thick

heat. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper

side of each chicken breast, cutting almost

flakes and sauté until fragrant, but not browned,

to the other side to form a pocket. Stuff each

about 30 seconds.

pocket evenly with a teaspoon, or more, of

Add the Cannellini beans, stock and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat and lower to a simmer. Cook partially covered for 10 minutes.

pesto. Press pocket to close. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medi-

Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, add a couple

um-high heat. Brown breasts 2 - 3 minutes per

tablespoons of water or broth to eggs and beat

side, until golden. Reduce heat to medium low.

until frothy. Add the egg mixture in a steady

Add stock (add more if needed) and beans,

stream into the stock, stirring all the while. Stir

partially cover, and simmer 10 minutes, until

occasionally until the eggs gather together in

chicken is just cooked through.

small curds, 2 – 3 minutes.

In a separate skillet, heat a tablespoon olive

Stir in spinach leaves and cook until wilted.

oil and toss in the spinach. When the spinach

Serve soup with grated cheese, if desired.

is wilted, add the garlic and sauté for another 10 seconds. Salt and pepper to taste. Stir cheese into beans. Serve chicken, beans and sauce over spinach.

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Whether you’re looking to create a feast or simply don’t want to cook at all, we have you covered.

PTC-FAYETTE PICKLEBALL CLUB Flat Creek Country Club, 100 Flat

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17 7 BRIDGES: THE ULTIMATE EAGLES EXPERIENCE

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OCT 3-4, OCT 16-17, SAT-SUN MOTORCYCLE NEW RIDER TWODAY LICENSING CLASS 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Kiwanis Park Activity House,

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ence is a stunningly accurate tribute to

OCT 16 - 17 HOLLIDAY DORSEY FIFE MUSEUM 13TH ANNUAL CEMETERY WALK Fayetteville Cemetery, 210 Stonewall

Ave W, Fayetteville 6:30 pm

TRAILS FOR TROOPS

Cemetery Spirit Walk. Visitors are

The Holliday Dorsey Fife Museum is proud to host its 13th annual

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guided through the cemetery to

supply bandana; over-the-ankle leather

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meet 12 historic Fayetteville citizens

boots; full-fingered gloves; long, dura-

The Southern Conservation Land Trust

who will tell their story about how

ble pants such as jeans; and long-sleeve

is sponsoring Trails for Troops, a 10mile

they are connected to Fayetteville’s

shirts. Motorcycles and helmets will be

ruck at the Ridge Nature Area. The

history. Tickets go on sale October

furnished for your use during class.

event is capped at 25 participants. For

6th at the Museum during business

Call Eric Allen at 678.364.1442 or visit

more information call 770.486.7774 or

hours. Call 770-716-5332 or visit

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