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Winter CRASH into

SPRING Cash! We’re helping the environment by recycling wrecked vehicles. Please join us for Easter Weekend Services Easter Egg Hunt • Saturday March 26, 2016 11 am - 2pm Easter Sunrise Service Sunday March 27, 2016 8am, breakfast to follow Easter Cantata • Sunday March 27, 2016 11 am 6321 East Old Hwy 421 East Bend 336-699-3122 www.enonbaptist.org

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March/April 2016

On the cover: Dogwood blossoms, the first growth of springtime grass, a beautiful, crystal blue Yadkin Valley sky and the cross to symbolize the gift of a new life and beginning. The place is Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in the Hamptonville community, next door to the Shiloh General Store.

52 Vintage Southern Homemaker’s Spring 53 Fun with Kids 54 off the bookshelf 56 Outdoor Living Trends 78 caring hearts: Senior dancing teams 97 Growing up on a Farm

We Hear the Music 68 A New Home for Piedmont Opera 69 WPAQ, Merry-Go-Round 71 Hook & Bullet 72 Surry Old Time Fiddlers Convention 73 Zephyr Lightning Bolts 74 Maureen Michels, Violist 74 Yadkin Valley Bluegrass Convention 75 Chris Austin Songwriting Winners 76 Lamp Lighting Time 77 Healing Through Music Therapy

Our extensive collection makes it so easy to choose something special for Mother’s Day

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Scenic OUTLET

Hwy 89 between I-77 and I-74 • 113 Scenic Outlet Lane, Mount Airy (336) 352-4500 Monday–Saturday 9-5 Family Owned and Operated, Serving Your Family Since 1980

the looks of Spring with a taste of Summer

Scenic Gifts Monday–Saturday 9-5 Highway 89 between I-74 and I-77 123 #3 Scenic Outlet Lane

Mount Airy, NC • 336-352-4098 Huge selection of Garden Flags, Mail Box Wraps and Yard Signs. Made fresh in our store... all your favorites and our featured seasonal fudge–strawberry.

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Yadkin Valley Gardening 55 Ground Nesting Bees 61 Spring Planting 64 Fort Dobbs Soldiers’ Garden 66 Wilkes Community College Specialty Gardens 67 Forsyth County Community Gardens

Health & Well-being

Van Hoy Jewelers

(336) 835-3600 111 East Main St., Elkin

HIGHEST PRICES PAID For Your Old Gold, Class Rings, Jewelry & Silver Coins

79 Stokes Family YMCA/Summer Camps 81 Spring is in the Air: Skin Care News 82 Prescription Care

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Van Hoy Jewelers 111 East Main Street, Elkin (336) 835-3600 Open Monday–Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-3 Duncan

Tires • Auto Repairs Computer Diagnostics Computer Alignments

East Bend Auto Clinic & Tire 136 East Highway 67, East Bend (336) 699-2130 Monday–Friday 7:30am–6pm

90 Dr. Brock: Spring Founder 92 off the bookshelf: Pure Joy, the Dogs We Love 93 Horse Pasture Management 96 DOG FACE CONTEST/pet pics

in every issue... 18 editor’s letter 20 beginnings 102 What Is That? 104 Business Section Services/Resources 106 planner 112 Sandra’s closing devotion 10

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Spring...time to brighten up your yard with new plants and lots of color! At Joe’s we carry… a large selection of trees and shrubs complete line of soil amendments pine needles, mulch and bark grass seed and fertilizers for yard and shrubbery beds Don’t miss our Encore Azaleas Family owned and operated

705 Lasley Road, Lewisville 336-766-6513 Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 • Saturday 8:00-12:00 (April–June till 4:00)

www.joeslandscapingandnursery.com

SpringOpen House Sale!

All of our furniture is handmade in the USA. New Finishes • New Designs

Furniture Makers Showroom Store

April 22 & 23 Friday & Saturday 9am-4pm

Shop Early for Best Selection!

After Open House, Factory Store Open

Carolina Country Furniture

Friday & Saturday April 29-30 - 9am-4pm May 6-7 - 9am-4pm

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One mile north of Mrs. Hanes’ Moravian Cookies

www.carolinacountryonline.com • 336-764-0938 Come see Shaker & antique reproduction furniture & accessories Made in the shops beside our Log Cabin Showroom Store

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foods and flavors™

26 Best Yadkin Valley Cooks 36 Fran Adwell’s Cornbread Salad 38 Sally Harman: Baked Beans & Sausage 12 our recipe box 22 Go Green this Spring 26 dessert tray: almond/chocolate chip cookies 28 Marilyn: Pomegranate 35 Mom’s Recipe Box: Easter Bon Bon Cookies 39 Morel Mushroom Time 40 Cookbook Collector: Life Always Matters 42 Jan Kelly: Easter Recipes 47 Chef Robert: Tips for Sauces 48 Wineguy 50 Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival

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OUR RECIPE BOX Baked Beans & Smoked Sausage 38 Bon Bon Cookies for Easter 35 Buttermilk Cornbread 46 Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars 23 Carmelitas 40 Carmen’s Leafy Salad 25 Cheese Puffs 42 Chocolate Pomegranate Cupcakes 33 Cornbread Salad 36 Easter Egg “Cheese” 43 Easter Egg Rolls 18 Easter Ham Glaze 32 Guacamole with Pomegranates 34 JuneBugs 40 Pan Fried Crispy Morels 39 Pomegranate Chutney 32 Pomegranate Dressing 33 Pomegranate Molasses 32 Pomegranate Quinoa 33

Pomegranate Salad 32 Pomegranate Smoothie 34 Springtime Chopped Salad 42 Springtime Morel Sauté 39 Tennessee-Killed Lettuce 40 Vinaigrettes: Lemon & Balsamic 25 Wild Mushroom Soup 39

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Call or visit today. Frank H. Beals Financial Advisor 965 North Bridge Street Elkin, NC 28621 336-835-4411 frank.beals@edwardjones.com

Paul J. Bunke, Sr., AAMS Financial Advisor 124 W. Kapp Street, Suite C PO Box 407 Dobson, NC 27017 336-386-0846 paul.bunke@edwardjones.com

Deanna S. Chilton Financial Advisor

When it comes to meeting your financial goals, you really only need to see one person. At Edward Jones, we strive to meet all your financial services while providing exceptional personalized service.

104 Heatherly Creek Drive Pilot Mountain, NC 27041 336-368-2575 deanna.chilton@edwardjones.com

Dale Draughn Financial Advisor

Because we serve individual investors and business owners, all of our energy and resources are dedicated to helping you reach your long-term financial goals. Thatâ€™s why we live and work in the community. We meet with you face to face to discuss the key steps to creating your financial strategy.

140 Franklin Street Mount Airy, NC 27030 336-789-0136 dale.draughn@edwardjones.com

You talk, we listen and get to know you.

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Estate Considerations

Fixed Income Investments

Business Retirement Plans

Education Savings Strategies

Individual Retirement Accounts Retirement Plan Rollovers and Consolidation

Insurance Annuities

For more information or to schedule a complimentary financial review, call or stop by today. www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC

Doug Draughn, AAMS, CFP Financial Advisor

Christopher L. Funk Financial Advisor 128 South State Street PO Box 790 Yadkinville, NC 27055 336-679-2192 chris.funk@edwardjones.com

Tammy H. Joyce, AAMS Financial Advisor 136 W. Lebanon Street Mount Airy, NC 27030 336-789-6238 tammy.joyce@edwardjones.com

Barry Revis Financial Advisor 1810 North Bridge Street, Suite 101 Elkin, NC 28621 336-835-1124 barry.revis@edwardjones.com

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Our NEW Hardware Store is Open & STOCKED

Landscaping Supplies • This Spring We’ve Got It All! Over 60 Choices of Bulk Dyed & Natural Mulch,

Decorative Stone & Gravel Sourced from over five states

Visit our Outdoor Living Hardscape Patio We even offer Outdoor Living Hardscape Kits, great for do-it-yourselfers

Feed & Garden Seeds

Propane Refilling Station inside FARMER’S Sherry Johnson invites you to shop at FARMER’S

FARMER’S MULCH & ROCK Inc.

visit THE CHICKEN COOP Antiques & Country Treasures

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Yadkin Valley Living Magazine is a publication of Creekside Communications, Inc. Post Office Box 627 332 West Main Street East Bend, NC 27018 Toll Free 1-866-280-4664 March/April 2016 Volume 16 Number 4 Publisher/ Editor Barbara Krenzer Norman Advertising Sales John Norman Ken Knight, Denise Conrad

Dear Readers & Friends, John and I are looking forward to the next season as much as you! The snow was gorgeous but so are the jonquil bulbs sticking up their heads for sunshine and blooming. The music of Spring is here, too. Since way back to the very first year of Yadkin Valley Living Magazine in 2000, you’ve seen lots of transformations— always remarkably positive, always onward and upward. As the season feels energizing, it’s a good time to start plans for a special autumn family gathering. Gather your family’s memories, recipes and photographs in book format for the perfect, one-of-a-kind, gift for generations to come—a book of your creation and the most fabulous token for your reunion. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Check Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina, (PCANC), preventchildabusenc.org/april to learn more. PCANC offers workshops or webinars. You can help prevent child abuse and neglect across North Carolina by donating to PCANC, hosting prevention party or a fundraising event, join PCANC’s Prevention Network: preventchildabusenc.org/preventionnetwork, join PCANC on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, contact your local and state elected officials, purchase a “Kids First” license plate—a percentage of the fee goes to North Carolina’s Children’s Trust Fund. We have always had animals in our lives and support their protection 100% but a hurting child, well, we need to be just as ferocious in protecting our children, please help. Easter is a beautiful holiday...it’s a spiritual awakening, new growth, return of warmth, sunshine, adventures...yet what is Easter without colored eggs and a traditional Easter egg hunt? Remember to be totally safe. Refrigerate dyed eggs until the last minute of hiding them; re-refrigerate them after the hunt. Have you tried the Easter version of Egg Rolls: Thaw frozen dinner rolls per package directions. Form each raw roll into an egg shape. Let rolls rise an hour. In a small bowl (one bowl for each color) whisk one egg YOLK, two teaspoons water, food coloring to your taste. Brush color on rolls. For darker shades, apply a second coat. Bake per package directions. Serve in a basket, of course! In this issue, Yadkin Valley Living Magazine has you day-tripping to three gardens, introduces enticing local musicians, events and savory soul-satisfying foods from Yadkin Valley cooks. Hope you enjoyed getting to know new neighbors as much as we did...see you soon with the May/June issue,

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Contributing Writers Mariedith Appanaitis, Robin Brock, D.V.M., Gloria Brown, Miranda N. Burgin, Eunice Call, Ginny Lowry Caudill, Colleen Church, Betty P. Cooper, Caroline Donalson, Carrie DuPre, Michele Erich, Megan Gregory, Ruth R. Henderson, Amber Herman, R. Bruce Heye, Jan Kelly, Carmen Long, Frank McMahon, Cindy Martin, Sandra Miller, Judy Mitchell, Robert Penry, Tavi Petree, Catherine Rabb, June Rollins, Phil Rucker, Jessica Owens Wall, Marilyn C. Wells. Photographs & Photographers John & Barbara Norman, June Rollins, Miranda Burgin, Ginny Lowry, Cindy Martin, Tavi Petree, Betty P. Cooper, Amber Herman, Carrie DuPre, Jan Kelly, Megan Gregory, Mariedith Appanaitis, Ryan Guthrie Photography Distribution Ken Knight, Cindy & Wayne Martin Sherry & Neil Wall yadkinvalleyliving.com Leading Edge Web Design To inquire about advertising in Yadkin Valley Living Magazine (336) 699-2446 (866) 280-4664 advertising@yadkinvalleyliving.com Yadkin Valley Living assumes no responsibility for unsolicited materials. Entire contents copyright © 2016. All rights reserved. Reproduction of our created advertising materials and design work are strictly prohibited. Yadkin Valley Living is a trademark of Creekside Communications, Inc., PO Box 627, East Bend, North Carolina 27018. Proudly printed in the USA. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in Yadkin Valley Living. We assume no responsibility for changes in schedules, prices, hours or information. Before traveling long distances, it is always wise to use the contact numbers included in the magazine to confirm that the events you wish to enjoy are still on schedule. The contents of advertising and articles do not necessarily represent the views of the publisher.

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DISTRIBUTION. YVLM is available free at locations throughout the Yadkin Valley. You will find a highlight listing of pick-up locations on our web site at wwwyadkinvalleyliving.com. Not all locations will always have copies in stock.

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Health and educational articles included in Yadkin Valley Living Magazine are for education purposes only. Be sure to consult your personal physician before you begin any diet, medicine or course of treatment.

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Second Chance

Spring Spring gives us a second chance. If we weren’t motivated to keep our New Year’s resolutions during January, Spring comes to our rescue with three March prompts, cheering us on to try again. 1. Daylight Savings Time - Just when we thought there was no end to winter, Daylight Savings Time begins at 2am on Sunday March 13th giving us an extra hour of daylight in the evening. No more curling up in our pajamas, watching mindless TV and doing nothing after 6pm because it’s cold and dark outside. 2. First Day Of Spring - Just a few days later, it’s officially the first day of spring on March 20th. Nothing is more entertaining than watching birds urgently build their nests and baby birds taking their first flights. Is your hummingbird feeder out yet? I can hear those spring peepers now. 3. Easter - Even Easter is arriving early this year on March 27th to usher in inspiration of birth and renewal. We may be seeing more Easter sweaters than sundresses at church. And after church, take home those Easter Lilies nobody wants anymore. Plant them in an outside sunny spot and you’ll have reliable summer blooming white lilies for years to come. 20

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Spring Cleaning, 5x7, Acrylic, June Rollins

Maybe spring knows just how much we have missed and need her. Warming temperatures and more sunshine prompt us to investigate our gardens with anticipation for any tender, emerging shoots. Returning spring perennials never fail to amaze me with their confidence and certainty. It’s also the best time for a little weeding, pruning and fertilizing. We know April showers will bring even more May flowers if we prepare well in March. Spring cleaning inside and outside, our second chance opportunity for out with the old and in with the new. Welcome Spring! You’re here just in time! ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Go Green This Spring by Carmen Long Family and Consumer Agent N.C. Cooperative Extension Surry County Center Spring brings St. Patrick’s Day, signs of new green growth on our trees and grass and delicious fresh greens in our gardens. Enjoy the season and take advantage of the opportunity to grow some of your own leafy greens. Greens can even be grown in containers if you don’t want a traditional garden. Last spring, Hugh Wilkins, a Surry County Master Gardener, presented a session entitled, “Gardening at Any Pace in Any Place.” Several of the participants were so inspired after the presentation they went home and planted seeds and plants in containers on their porches, decks or in flower beds with much success. You don’t have to be a child to experience the magic and fun of seeing little green stems and leaves sprouting through the dirt. Loose leaf lettuces are very easy to grow. Gather several containers. I recycle plastic hanging basket flower pots from the plants I purchase the previous ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

YADKIN VALLEY GENERAL STORE 302 East Main St.,

Historic Elkin At the intersection of Main St. and Standard St.,

(336) 835-1426 Open Mon–Sat, 9am–6pm

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The area’s most complete

Pennsylvania Dutch Bulk Food Store,

Yadkin Valley General Store Special Prices on our DAILY SAMPLE ITEMS Enjoy a Taste Test and Save!

We accept EBT and all major credit cards. We buy in bulk and divide them into smaller quantities, so you can take advantage of lower prices and still purchase the freshest, highest-quality ingredients.

We have a huge selection of: Raw Sugar Wheat Bran Spelt Flour Quinoa

Steel-Cut Oats Buckwheat Flour Oat Bran Millet

Whole Wheat Pastas

We offer a HUGE choice of spices, hard-to-find baking ingredients, muffin mixes, snacks and old-fashion candy.

Yadkin Valley General Store has great specialty cheeses and gourmet crackers to go with your delicious Yadkin Valley wine purchase. We have a great variety of snacks, including sesame sticks, gourmet pretzels, trail mixes, old-fashion candy and much, much more.

We carry Mrs. Wages Mixes for fool-proof canning!

Try our very own Homemade

Pimento Cheese

...it packs a bite! Customer Tested & Approved

We stock Granny Roselli’s Original Italian Dressing & Spaghetti Sauce!

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars Crust 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup butter, softened Apples 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored & finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

contributed by Jean Lyles

Cheesecake Filling 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup sugar, plus 2 tablespoons, divided 3 large eggs 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract Streusel Topping 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup quick cooking oats 1/2 cup butter, softened

Try this customer favorite... that can be prepared with the fresh, wholesome goodness of products from Yadkin Valley General Store! Mention this recipe and receive a 10% discount on your purchase of the ingredients used in this issue’s recipe.

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 forks until mixture is crumbly. Press evenly into a 9x13 baking pan lined with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake 15 minutes or until lightly browned. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with 3/4 cup sugar in an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time and vanilla. Stir to combine. Pour over warm crust. In a small bowl, stir together apples, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg. Spoon evenly over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle evenly with Streusel Topping. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until filling is set. Drizzle with caramel topping; let cool. Serve cold and enjoy!

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season and plant a variety of seeds over a period of several weeks. Not planting all the seeds at the same time will ensure the fresh greens will be available the entire growing season. A benefit of growing your own plants is being able to harvest just before you want to eat it for ultimate freshness. As soon as the leaves are 2-3 inches tall, you can cut or gently break off the leaves as you need them without harvesting the whole plant. Once the plant reaches the desired size, harvest the remaining leaves. Rinse the lettuce under running water to wash. To dry, place the washed lettuce leaves in a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels or a clean cloth. Store the clean lettuce in the salad spinner or in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Leaf lettuces tend to be mild and sweet. They can be mixed with cooked meats and other vegetables for a main dish salad. Cut the leaves into shreds and use in tacos. Add lettuce to sandwiches or skip the bread and use larger leaves as wraps for a low carb option. Salads are a great way to be creative in the kitchen. If you need some ideas, use the Build Your Own Salad suggestions. The possibilities are endless. Feeling extra creative, try making your own salad dressing. Not only are homemade dressings delicious, you know exactly what is in them compared to the long list of ingredients in many prepared varieties. Going green by growing your greens and making your own dressings will also save you some “green” money. A pack of seeds costs less than one bag of mixed greens and provides several more servings. An added bonus is the exercise gardening can provide along the excitement of seeing your garden grow. North Carolina Extension and Community Association (ECA) members are participating in a project called Eat Local, Eat Healthy to emphasize the local foods movement. Our food typically travels around 1500 miles before ending up on our plates. The globalization of our food supply has serious effect on our environment and our communities. Eat Local, Eat Healthy encourages members to shop at farmers markets and to support food coops, community supported agriculture, school gardens or ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

to grow your own. Our goal is to be a locavore, a person who eats food that is produced within 100 miles of their home. How can we make this happen? Individuals can increase local food action in our communities by simply starting conversations. Encourage those around you to shop at farmers markets or to grow their own food to eat more local. Working together we can make a differences. What can you do? For more information on Eat Local, Eat Healthy or gardening, contact North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Surry Center at 336-4018035 or visit our website at surry.ces.ncsu.edu.

Snow Peas or Summer Squash Choose 1 topping (optional) Grapes, Dried Cranberries, Mandarin Oranges, Pineapple Chunks, Grapefruit Slices, Almonds, Raisins or Strawberries

Spices, Dijon Mustard, Minced Shallots, Minced Garlic, Parmesan Cheese. Place all ingredients in a jar or plastic container with tight-fitting lid. Shake well until blended.

Lemon Vinaigrette Wash and combine all above ingredients. Choose a dressing (see salad dressing recipes). Add 1 to 2 teaspoons per serving. Toss to coat all the vegetables with dressing.

3 tablespoons lemon juice (equals the juice from 1 lemon) ½ cup olive oil ½ teaspoon oregano

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Build Your Own Salad Dressing (Serving Size: 1 teaspoon) Choose 3 tablespoons acid, Lemon Juice, Rice Vinegar, Red Wine Vinegar, Sherry Vinegar, Balsamic Vinegar, White Wine Vinegar or Cider Vinegar Choose ½ cup or less oil, Olive oil, Safflower oil, Canola oil or vegetable oil Choose ½ teaspoon add-in, Herbs,

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar ½ cup olive oil ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard Source: Cooking With EFNEP – Recipes for Eating Smart and Moving More

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Almond/Chocolate Chip Cookies 1 cup egg whites 2 1/2 cups raw oats 1 medium, aged banana 1/2 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons almond butter 6 tablespoons chocolate chips 4 tablespoons Splenda or maple syrup 1/2 cup almonds chopped Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine all ingredients; mix well. Drop by heaping tablespoons onto a non-stick or lightly sprayed regular baking sheet. Cook for 25 to 35 minutes.

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The name pomegranate derives from the French “pomme granete” meaning seeded apple. Legend has it pomegranates grew in the Garden of Eden! They have been around for 4000 years and served as symbols of prosperity, hope and abundance in every part of the world. Pomegranates can be traced back as early as 3000 B.C., with the fruit being buried alongside ancient Egyptians, like King Tut, in hopes of a second life. During the Persian wedding ceremony, a basket of pomegranates is placed on the ceremonial cloth to symbolize a joyous future. After a marriage ceremony in Turkey, the bride throws a pomegranate on the ground. The number of seeds that fall out are believed to be the number of children she will have. Pomegranates have gained in popularity over the last decade with the marketing of the fruit’s possible health benefits. Today you can find pomegranate juice, seeds or supplements in most United States grocery stores. Pomegranates have been used throughout history to treat a wide variety of diseases and there are research projects going on to identify their usefulness for us today. The University of Maryland Medical Center tells us that in laboratory tests, the fruit contains only a few calories with high levels of antioxidants, vitamin C, fiber and other vitamins and minerals. The fruit, juice and seeds have been investigated to help inhibit cancer formation or in slowing the growth of tumors. So far, pomegranates has only shown modest effects and more research is needed to prove stronger evidence it works in humans to treat or prevent any condition. The fruit grows on a tree as high as 20 to 30 feet. The trees do well in hot, dry climates with little to no care. They are native to Iran and cultivated in the Mediterranean, Asia, Africa and Europe. Parts of California now have several varieties of pomegranates harvested between August and December. Pomegranates have a leathery skin, usually a deep pink or red color. Surface abrasions do not affect the quality of the fruit but the skin should be firm and taut. They are picked when they are ripe so they can be cut as soon as you ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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• King, NC 336-983-9265 www.talleysflorist.com Monday-Friday 9-5 • Saturday 9-3 Nice selection of Prom Jewelry, Accents A GREAT add-on to your flower arrangement! Add just the perfect touch to your home or office with Light Branches including Bonsai Trees Large selection of Willow Tree, All Occasion Gifts and Beautiful Garden Flags

Easter is Sunday, March 27th We offer a large selection of Easter flowers for your loved one’s grave. Remember why you are celebrating Easter The Resurrection of Our Lord & Savior. He Has Risen! and “He’s Alive” to Live in Your Heart! Delivery Available to East Bend, Pfafftown, Tobaccoville, W-S, King, Pinnacle, Rural Hall & Surrounding Area. Major Credit Cards Accepted

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want. In purchasing, look for a heavy pomegranate so it’s full of juice. A medium pomegranate will yield about ¾ cup of arils and ½ cup of juice. Whole fruit will keep well at room temperature and away from sunlight for several days. They may be kept in the refrigerator in plastic bags for up to three months. How do you cut open a pomegranate? Cut off the crown of the fruit and cut into sections. Place the fruit over a bowl of water and pull sections apart. Roll out the arils (seeds) from the fruit with your fingers and discard the rind. Strain off the water from the bowl and keep the arils for eating, juicing or baking. The arils can be kept in the refrigerator for three days. Arils can be frozen by spreading on a cookie sheet in single layers. Freeze in airtight containers for as long as six months. Juice may be kept in refrigerator for three days and frozen for six months. How do I juice a pomegranate? There are three methods if you want to juice your on fruit. First, cut the pomegranate in half and hand-press the juice over a juicer like you would a grapefruit. Do not juice into the white membrane so the juice remains sweet. Strain through a cheesecloth or sieve but use caution because the juice will stain. The second method is to place 1 to 2 cups of arils into a blender and blend until liquefied. You may use with other fruits and vegetables for a healthy shake. The third method is to place the fruit in a plastic zippered bag. Roll the whole fruit on a firm surface to break all the seeds inside. Listen for the crackling to stop and pierce the rind. Squeeze out the juice or poke with a straw to remove the juice. If you choose to purchase the juice, always look for 100% juice rather than a mix of juices. UCLA researchers, says that 100% pomegranate juice has more antioxidants than other juices or green tea. Research is continuing to provide more information on the affects for our bodies. In the meantime, mix your personal favorite juices together or try some of the following recipes for ways to add healthy pomegranate arils and juice to your diet.

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Pomegranate Chutney 2 cups pomegranate juice 1 cup dried cherries 1 cup sugar ½ cup orange juice 1 tablespoon orange zest In a saucepan, combine cherries, pomegranate juice and sugar. Simmer until cherries are plump and syrup thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before adding orange juice and zest. Serve over roasted meats as a sauce.

Pomegranate Salad 2 cup pomegranate seeds 1 (15 ounce) can of pineapple tidbits, drained 4 bananas, peeled and sliced 3 cups chopped tart apples ½ cup chopped pecans 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons creamy salad dressing Combine fruits and nuts. In another bowl combine mayonnaise and salad dressing. Combine dressing with the fruit; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Pomegranate Molasses This traditional Middle Eastern syrup, can be added to marinades, dips, stews or drizzled over oatmeal, used as a sweetener for coffee and tea. Use 100% pomegranate juice available in grocery stores but higher price than homemade. 2 cup 100% pomegranate juice 1 cup sugar 1 lemon, juiced Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium high heat; reduce to medium low. Continue simmering, stirring frequently. Do not boil! Simmer for approximately 30 minutes or until the liquid has thickened and reduced to about half. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. The molasses will get thicker as it sets.

Easter Ham Glaze 1 bag of cranberries, rinsed 1 cup white sugar 1 cup orange juice 1 teaspoon orange zest ¼ teaspoon ground cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 1 pomegranate, seeded Mix cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, cloves and cinnamon in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; lower heat to medium. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and cool. Add in pomegranate arils; refrigerate overnight. Glaze the ham before and after baking. Serve additional glaze as a sauce with the ham.

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Chocolate Pomegranate Cupcakes 1 cup flour ¼ cup cocoa ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla ½ cup pomegranate juice Place baking cups in muffin pan cups. Preheat oven to 325°F. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder, salt; set aside. Combine butter and sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla. Continue beating until well mixed. Turn speed to low; slowly add half of dry ingredients. Mix until well blended; add juice and flavoring. Mix again; add remaining dry ingredients. When blended, divide batter among prepared baking cups. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes in pan; place on a cooling rack to cool completely. Frost, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds or arils just before serving.

Pomegranate Quinoa 2 tablespoon olive oil ½ medium onion, chopped 1 cup quinoa 2 cups chicken broth ½ cup pomegranate seeds ½ cup green onions, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped ½ lemon, juiced 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and pepper to taste ½ cup slivered almonds, toasted In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil; sauté onion until translucent. Add quinoa; stir to coat. Stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Lower heat; simmer for 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender. In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, pomegranate arils or seeds, onions, parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest and sugar. Fold in prepared quinoa and garnish with toasted almonds.

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Pomegranate Dressing Great with grilled chicken or pork. ¾ cup pomegranate juice 1/3 cup dried cranberries ¼ cup chopped onion 1 garlic clove 3 tablespoons wine vinegar ¼ cup corn oil Salt and pepper to taste Spinach Salad 5 ounce baby spinach 1 crisp apple, chopped 2 tablespoons feta cheese ¼ cup dried cranberries Grilled chicken, optional Combine pomegranate juice and cranberries in a microwave safe bowl and heat on high for 1 minute. Pour into a blender and add in the onion, garlic and vinegar. Pulse for a few seconds. Gradually add the oil and seasonings. Pulse for 20 seconds or until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate while preparing the salad. Place the spinach in large bowl and top with the apples, cheese and cranberries. Drizzle with the dressing just before serving. Refrigerate dressing for 1 week.

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Guacamole with Pomegranates 2 large avocados, peeled and pitted 1 cup pomegranates arils ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped ½ cup green onion, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 chopped serrano chile pepper, optional Salt and pepper to taste Mash the avocados in a bowl. Add remaining ingredients into the avocados until well mixed. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

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¼ cup pomegranate juice ¾ cup yogurt 1 cup strawberries 1 cup ice cubes Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until the smoothie reaches the desired consistency.

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recipe box Everybody has someone who cooked for and with them when they were children. Usually there was a favorite dish that lingers in our memory bank forever. At the time I was young, we could not eat meat on Fridays and my mother captured the trophy for her salmon patties. Even mentioning the word "turnip" made me grimace but the way John's mother, an excellent Southern cook, fixed turnips, it was like eating a dessert! Even 20 or 30 years ago home cooking was one of the assumed daily chores. Today, one can argue it is just about as inexpensive for a couple to dine out... no shopping, no prepping, no hot kitchen, no dirty dishes, you won’t hear an argument from me! Rummaging through my mother's recipe box, I find faded handwritten recipes from her mother and her older sister as well. My goal is to share some of these oldie goldie flavorable dishes. The only drawback is I have recipes for making foods we are so comfortable buying already prepared such as catsup! Some ingredients have been updated. For example none of her recipes call for Cool Whip but instead for a dry topping mix and I don't attempt to make that crossover, nope, not ever, never!

Bon Bon Cookies for Easter 1/2 cup soft butter 3/4 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups sifted plain flour 1/8 teaspoon salt

Icing 1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons cream 1 teaspoon vanilla Food coloring-just a dot for pastel, spring colors

Heat oven to 350°F. Mix butter, sugar, vanilla. Blend in flour and salt thoroughly with hand. Wrap level tablespoon dough around a filling, ie. candied green cherry, date, nut of your choice, chocolate piece. Bake 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheet 12 to 15 minutes, until set but not brown. Dip tops of warm cookies in icing (icing: mix 1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar, 2 tablespoons cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla, only a dot of food coloring for pastel Easter shades.) * For a chocolate icing add 1 square, (1 ounce), melted unsweetened chocolate and use 1/4 cup cream. Top each cookie with coconut flakes, finely chopped nuts, pastel/white coarse sugars, sprinkles, etc. These Bon Bon cookies will keep a week or so in a cool place or indefinitely in a freezer. Makes 20 to 25 cookies to place on a cake plate, its base surrounded by Easter grass, as a colorful and festive centerpiece for your Easter table.

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BEST Yadkin Valley Cooks™ Fran Adwell’s Cornbread Salad 1 box Jiffy corn muffin mix 1 can, 7 ounces green chilies 1/8 teaspoon cumin 1/8 teaspoon oregano 2 cans, 15 ounces, pinto beans, washed, drained 2 cans, 15 ounces, corn, drained 2 large tomatoes 1 cup green onions, diced 1 pound bacon 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup sour cream 1 cup mayonnaise 1 envelope dry ranch dressing To begin, prepare dressing. Mix well: 1 cup each sour cream, mayonnaise and 1 envelope dried ranch dressing. Mix cornbread as on box directions. Add chilies, cumin, oregano; bake as directed on box. When cornbread is cool, crumble into 1/2 inch pieces; place in 9x13 pan. Layer pinto beans, half the dressing, corn, one diced tomato, 1/2 cup diced onion, five strips crispy fried/crumbled bacon, one cup cheddar cheese. Repeat layers. Refrigerate.

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Sally Harman’s Baked Beans with Smoked Sausage 1 pound great northern beans 1 cup ketchup 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 Tablespoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 unpeeled tart apple, cored, sliced 1 1/2 pounds smoked sausage Wash beans, cover with water, soak overnight. Drain beans and place in Dutch oven, cover with water; bring to a boil.Skim off water foam, cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours or till skin begins to split. Drain reserving 2 cups liquid. Place beans in a 4 1/2 quart casserole. Stir in ketchup, sugar, salt, pepper, mustard, ginger, nutmeg and Worcestershire sauce. Arrange sliced apple on top of beans. Cut sausage diagonally into 1-inch slices; place on top of apples. Cover and bake at 350°F for 1 hour. Remove cover and add enough reserved liquid to barely cover beans. Bake uncovered 30 minutes or till sausage is browned. Serves 8 to 10.

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Springtime is Morel Mushroom Time One of my fondest childhood memories is walking through the damp, still chilly woods in early spring looking for morel mushrooms. My father loved them and anxiously waited for springtime and morel season. We found them along a creek bed that ran behind our house in Ohio, nestled at the base of old trees and could fill baskets with them. Morels have a distinctive honeycomb appearance and are in season just a short while. My dad was a purist; he dipped them in a light egg wash, then a coating of flour/crushed Saltine crackers and fried them in an old cast-iron skillet with just a little salt and pepper to taste. When we had morels to cook, that was all we would have for dinner. Dad thought they were too delicious and special to share the spotlight with anything else. I can vividly remember their smoky, wild, almost meaty flavor, and even the pickiest of us kids could eat their weight in them. I was a grown up before I realized how special morels are, and what a unique treat it was to have a basket full of them. These days, I seek them out at farmer’s markets when they are available, or used dried morels, as I still love and often, crave, their flavor. While a crispy pan fried morel is still my absolute favorite, I’ve found they are a most versatile addition to just about any egg-based dish, fabulous in cream sauces, alone or mixed with other mushrooms, delightful in pasta sauces or in creamy risotto and can elevate a simple cream of mushroom soup into something truly special.

Catherine Rabb Senior Instructor College of Culinary Arts Johnson & Wales University 801 West Trade Street Charlotte, NC 28202 980-598-1450 catherine.rabb@jwu.edu

SPRINGTIME SAUTE Morels are delicious with other springtime veggies coming along at the same time. For an easy, recipe free side dish, just Sauté fresh asparagus, spinach, or other veggie with a few roughly chopped morels in butter. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon. The smoky flavor of the morels makes even something this simple special.

WILD MUSHROOM SOUP PAN FRIED CRISPY MORELS This is, as best I can remember, the way my father cooked morels. In discussions with other morel lovers over the years, I’ve heard other folks use Ritz crackers, a mix of Saltine and Ritz crackers and even crushed corn flakes or potato chips, but I can’t bring myself to drift away from this classic. When using fresh morels, you’ll want to wash them thoroughly, and some recommend soaking overnight in salt water. Pat dry. Dip in egg wash (3 eggs beaten with a little splash of water). Dip in coating mixture: (2 sleeves of saltine crackers, crushed, mixed with one cup of flour). Fry in hot butter till crispy; season with salt and pepper. Drain on paper towel and expect them to be eaten as fast as you can fry them. ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

This is a special soup recipe, fancy enough for a dinner party, and the recipe serves 6 to 8. 1 ounce each dried morel and other mushroom such as porcini 6 cups boiling water Rehydrate the dried mushrooms by pouring boiling water over them and letting stand for about 15 minutes. Remove the mushrooms—a slotted spoon works best—and set aside. Strain the remaining liquid through cheesecloth, keeping the flavorful mushroom liquid. 4 1 2 1

tablespoons butter small white onion, finely diced cloves of garlic, minced ½ pounds fresh mushrooms (any mix works well)

¼ cup brandy 2 tablespoon flour ¼ bunch parsley, chopped ¼ teaspoon thyme ½ cup heavy cream

Sauté the onion and garlic in butter until translucent. Add the fresh and reconstituted mushrooms; cook until tender. Add the brandy, stirring well. Keep stirring in the browned bits on the bottom of sauté pan—they add flavor. Sprinkle with flour, stir well. Add the reserved mushroom liquid and briefly bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and stir in heavy cream, chopped parsley and thyme. M a rc h / A p ri l 2 016

foodsandflavors ™/Cookbook Collector with Carolyn Donalson Life Always Matters is a collection of recipes by Hospice of McDowell County, Inc. I stumbled across it in a mountain museum and fell in love with it especially the 3-ring format—easy to open to a recipe and easy to add paper with other recipes or notes. Thinking it would make a wonderful any-time-ofyear gift I went on the prowl to get ordering information. To my dismay, it has been sold out. If you search the Internet, it was published by Morris Press Cookbook printed in Nebraska, 2006. At any rate, I’ll share some recipes!

JuneBugs submitted by Elsie House Heat sugar and syrup until sugar is dissolved. Cook three minutes. Remove from heat. Add peanut butter, stir well. Add corn flakes; stir until coated. Drop by teaspoonfuls on wax paper to cool. 1 cup sugar 1 cup white corn syrup

1 1/2 cups extra crunchy peanut butter 6 cups corn flakes

Heat sugar and syrup until sugar is dissolved. Cook three minutes. Remove from heat. Add peanut butter, stir well. Add corn flakes; stir until coated. Drop by teaspoonfuls on wax paper to cool.

Tennessee-Killed Lettuce Salad submitted by Ola Mae Burnette

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7 cups torn leaf lettuce 1 bunch green onions, sliced 1/4 cup butter or margarine

1/4 cup vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt

Combine lettuce and onions in a large bowl, set aside. Combine remaining ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Pour over lettuce, toss gently. Serve immediately. Makes 6 to 8 servings. Note: This is what old timers call “Kilt Lettuce.” They used fat back meat instead of butter.

Carmelitas submitted by Denise Hussey Crust 1 cup flour 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter, melted

Mix all ingredients together. Press into glass baking pan, except for 1/2 cup of mixture (reserved for topping). Bake 20 minutes at 350°F.

Caramel Layer 2 bags caramels, unwrapped 5 tablespoons cream or milk 1 (12-ounce) bag chocolate chips Slivered almonds Melt caramels and cream. Stir until smooth. Pour over baked crust. Top with chocolate chips, reserved crust mixture and slivered almonds. Bake 15 to 20 minutes at 350° or until bubbly. Cool. Cut. Eat! ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Easter Egg Recipes recipes and photos from Jan Kelly

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Springtime Chopped Salad Using your favorite type of lettuce, the Springtime Chopped Salad works well with all sorts of types of cheeses and vegetable. Customize this with all your favorites. As outlined, this recipe is an excellent source of protein and choline and a good source of vitamin A and calcium. 8 cups chopped lettuce 6 hard-cooked eggs, peeled, finely chopped 1 cup cooked crumbled bacon 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 cup chopped green peppers 1 cup finely chopped tomatoes Divide lettuce evenly between 8 plates. Top each with â€œsectionsâ€? of eggs, bacon, cheese, green peppers and tomatoes. Serve with your favorite salad dressing on the side. Note: Substitute a mixture of different lettuce for a more colorful salad. All ingredients may also be placed in a large bowl and tossed before dividing between individual plates.

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OPENING for the season SALE! Cream Puffs with Ham and Egg Filling Savory Cream Puffs are ideal for leftover colored Easter eggs and Easter ham. For a spicier version add a few drops of liquid red pepper sauce OR some seeded chopped jalapeno pepper. This recipe is an excellent source of choline, and a good source of protein, vitamin A, vitamin D and folate.

CREAM PUFFS 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons caraway seeds, (optional) 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs

HAM AND EGG FILLING 8 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped 1 cup chopped ham 2/3 cup reduced fat mayonnaise 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1/4 cup diced pimento 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Cooking spray Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray cookie sheet; set aside. For Cream Puffs, bring water and butter to a boil in a medium saucepan on medium heat, stirring until butter melts. Remove pan from heat. Add flour, caraway seeds, salt, stirring vigorously, until mixture forms a ball. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Drop dough by 1/4 cup measures, about 2 inches apart, onto prepared cookie sheet. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove cream puffs from cookie sheet; cool completely on wire rack. For Ham and Egg Filling, combine all ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use. To serve, split each cream puff in half; remove any soft dough that may remain in center; discard dough. Fill with 1/4 cup filling. Another idea: Substitute the same amount of chopped green onions for the green peppers. ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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A traditional old-world dish, Easter Egg Cheese or Hrudka pairs well with meats like sausage and horseradish. Hrudka will keep, wrapped in plastic wrap, in the refrigerator 2 to 3 days. This recipe is an excellent source of vitamin D and choline, and a good source of protein and calcium. This is a traditional Slovak recipe for Easter.

Easter Egg “Cheese” 12 large eggs 1 quart whole milk (Best if not substituted) ½ to 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper Whisk eggs in large mixing bowl until well blended. Stir in milk, salt and pepper. Pour mixture into a large heavy saucepan. Heat on low heat 30 to 40 minutes, stirring frequently, or until all the whey has formed and curds of the mixture have separated. (Cooking time will vary due to heat setting variations). The temperature should come to at least 160˚F. Meanwhile, line a large colander with 2 layers of cheesecloth. Carefully pour mixture into colander. Allow to drain 10 minutes. Gather edges of the cheesecloth to form a bundle. Tie the top of the cheesecloth tightly. Hang it over a pan. Place it in the refrigerator to drain for at least 4 hours or overnight. Remove cheesecloth when ready to serve. Slice; serve on crackers or toasted bread. Makes: 12 servings.

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Sauces by Robert A. Penry Admissions Classroom Presenter-Culinary Johnson & Wales University 1. One of the easiest ways to create additional flavor is by making a pan sauce. For example, after sautéing chicken breasts, simply remove the chicken from the pan and deglaze with chicken stock/broth (or wine). Heat over medium heat until thickened. Additional flavor such as lemon juice or fresh herbs can be added if desired. 2. Cornstarch and flour are two of the most common ways to thicken a sauce. Neither should be added directly to a sauce but should first be dissolved to prevent clumping. Cornstarch is best dissolved in a liquid such as water (called a slurry) and flour is best dissolved in fat such as butter (called a roux). Skipping this step will most likely cause lumps in your sauce. 3. When using cornstarch and flour as thickening agents for a sauce, you will need to bring the sauce to a simmer before you can gage if the sauce is thick enough. If you add additional cornstarch or flour too early, you run the risk of over thickening. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can correct it by slowly whisking in additional liquid. 4. Be careful when seasoning a sauce (especially salt) early on in the production and cooking stages because the flavor will intensify as the sauce reduces. Adding a pat of butter or a splash of acidity at the very end can also help add richness and bring out flavor. 5. Sauces should always be used compliment the main dish not be the star. The delicate flavor of salmon should not be masked with a sauce made of blue cheese just as a filet of beef would not pair well with a lemony chicken stock reduction. Never be afraid to experiment but when in doubt consult your favorite cookbook or do a quick check online. Like to learn about a career in culinary arts? Contact Robert at: Johnson & Wales University Founded: 1914-Providence, RI. Charlotte Campus Tours: Monday-Friday (9am & 1pm) For More Information: 980-598-1100 or 1-866-598-2427 www.jwu.edu • mail to: clt@admissions.jwu.edu ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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By R. Bruce Heye, The Wine Guy The wine business is often called a fluid business because many people working in this field change jobs from time to time. This can often be a good thing for the employee, as well as the business, because the employee gets new and different experiences and perhaps better opportunities. The business can bring in new people who can bring increased enthusiasm and new ideas to their new position. One person who has moved around in the wine business quite a bit is Stephen Rigby. Stephen has had a range of jobs for a variety of wineries and recently returned to the Yadkin Valley as the winemaker for the Yadkin Valley Wine Company in Hamptonville. In an industry that has a vast majority of pleasant individuals, Stephen is one of the best and nicest. He was raised in Mississippi and graduated from Mississippi State University majoring in marine engineering. How did this background lead him to work in the wine business? The answer was the need for an income. He worked a harvest at the school’s experimental vineyard and was hooked on the business. He began taking classes in viticulture and enology to enhance his knowledge of wine grape varieties and to obtain winemaking skills. In 1982, he moved to Virginia, which was just beginning to develop its wine industry and worked for several different wineries. While in Virginia his future wife, Joyce, who followed him there and used her education as an industrial engineer gain a job. As the Virginia wine industry expanded, she found opportunities to use her experience and began shifting her work to the engineering aspects of vineyards and wineries. She has been involved for many years in the winery business consulting on the construction of wineries, laying out vineyards and even being a winemaker. North Carolina first got to know this couple when Westbend Vineyard in Lewisville was searching for a new winemaker and hired Stephen in 2000. He worked there for three vintages then did a variety of consulting jobs before becoming the winemaker at Raffaldini Vineyards in Ronda. While there he oversaw the expansion of the vineyard and ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Saturday, April 30, 2016 “One of the most important things that makes Budbreak so special, 100% of the net proceeds go to charities and the community.” Spring is officially here in the Yadkin Valley. How do you know? Because it’s time for The Mount Airy Rotary Club, renowned for its charity work, and Downtown Mount Airy to join hands to present the 7th Annual Budbreak Wine and Craft Beer Festival in Downtown Mount Airy on Saturday, April 30th. One of the most important things that makes Budbreak so special, “100% of the net proceeds go to charities and the community,” states organizer Bob Meinecke. In 2015,

$28,000 went back into the community with donations to 14 local groups. Come for the day or the weekend! There is a Festival Package available with Hampton Inn, Mount Airy. Call the Inn at 336-789-5999 and one of the Guest Service Representatives would be happy to assit you. Your Budbreak weekend in Mount Airy offers lots to do: The Andy Griffith Museum is open daily, 9:00a to 5:00p, Mon. through Fri., 1:00p to 5:00p on Sat., admission/$6.

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The Mount Airy Regional History Museum; 10:00a to 5:00p, Tues. through Sat., admission/$6. Enjoy a free jam at the Historic Earle Theatre on April 28 at 7:00p and same day, The Embers at the Blackmon Amphitheatre, 7:30p/ $11. On Saturday, noon to 6:00p, Mount Airy’s main thoroughfare will be closed to embrace top area North Carolina wineries and craft beer producers, live music and all of Mount Airy’s charming shops for your enjoyment. Time Sawyer will open the tented music stage for Phatt City—an area favorite band of 10, with Rhythm and Blues and beach tunes...bring your dancing shoes! A sampling of the 15 wineries who will participate: Chatham Hill, Round Peak, Fiddlers, Native Vine, Ginger Creek and Waldensian Wines as well as craft beer brewers Lake Norman Brewing Co., Skull Camp and Morgan Ridge. When you get hungry, 13 Bones is in the Festival area but a relaxing stroll down Main Street will give you the opportunity to sample small-town eateries with homestyle fare and friendliness such as Walker’s Soda Shop, Nana’s Kitchen and The Loaded Goat located inside Main Oak Emporium and more. The Banjo Crawl is a public art initiative presented by Mount Airy Downtown, Inc. Featured are larger-than-life, three dimensional, fiberglass banjo sculptures painted, decorated and embellished by local artists. Drop by the Kick-off on April 29th 5:00p to 6:00p at Uncorked, while you revel in bluegrass music and regional wine. All banjos will be revealed at 6:00p at The Earle Theatre. The banjos will be on display during the Budbreak Wine and Craft Beer Festival and until their auction on November 4th. You can win a “banjo” for a $1 raffle ticket. Proceeds support downtown economic development as well as local artists. Experiencing continuous success, Meinecke expects over 3,000 attendees this year. It’s all made possible through the generosity of the sponsors like: Renfro, Workforce Unlimited, Duke Energy, SouthData, Interlam Design, Surrey Bank & Trust and Hampton Inn. Buy your tickets online until 3:00p, April 29: Admission with tasting privileges $20/gate; $15/advance; $5/general admission with no tasting. Buy at the gate, online and at Lowes Foods statewide or Budbreakfestival.com. Budbreakfestival.com is also a great resource for late breaking news on the festival, including wineries, brewers, events and sponsors.

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The colors of spring are as spectacular in their muted palette as is the riotous vibrancy of autumn. Nothing compares to the smell of the earth, awakened by the pitter-pattering of a warm spring shower. Or how about those first, late afternoons and early evenings when we can wrap up in a light-weight jacket or sweater and venture outside to listen to the tree frogs? Spring is certainly a season for the senses. As the seasons change so do our homes. Transition is in the air. It is time to pack away our woolen comforts and bring out cottons, linens and muslins to suit the warming temperatures. Umbrellas and galoshes take the place of mittens and scarves. We will clean the fireplace and replace gray ashes with a beautiful flowering plant. This year the joy of the Easter celebration will fill our homes very soon after spring begins. And again this year, as in all the years I can ever remember, my momma will have her pretty glass basket filled with colorfully dyed eggs sitting as her centerpiece on the dining room table. The basket was a gift to her on her sixteenth birthday from her paternal grandmother. It is a treasure to us and it has seen some very curiously colored eggs in its time. For many years I was in charge of dying the eggs. And during my reign as the family egg dyer, there were no dye kits. No siree! For me it was a box of

Vintage Southern Homemaker by Gloria Brown The vernal equinox is upon us! We are blessed to live in an area where we can experience the changing of the seasons. What a joy it is to fling open our windows and doors to welcome in a Yadkin Valley spring.

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Sauer’s food coloring, hot water with vinegar, and all the coffee cups we owned. My momma and I knew how to throw an egg-dyeing party. It was the same every year the Saturday before Easter weekend, just after returning from the weekly grocery trip to Todd’s Superette on West Main Street in Yadkinville. I can still see our sunny-yellow countertops, stained from the sloshing and dripping. But never a word did momma say about that. We just dipped and chattered and marveled at all the colors those four little bottles could produce. Of course back then the green grass was paper and every once in a while an overzealous dyer might plop a wet egg into the basket and stain the grass. No matter, Momma still thought I was an amazing artist. Egg dyeing is one of my most precious childhood memories. I remember the excitement of a new Easter frock, complete with hat, gloves, lacy socks, brand new, patent leather shoes and the anticipation of a four-day weekend as we observed Good Friday through Easter Monday. I recall family from all sides gathering to visit, and I remember the Easter Bunny! And as you can guess, following the Easter service at church, we found a delicious meal waiting for us on the table. The endless menu featured ham, potato salad, green beans and enough desserts to sag the crossboards on a sawbuck. There were so many things to hold dear and so many things to be thankful for. The celebration of our Risen Savior holds a promise we can scarcely comprehend. The opportunity to enjoy family traditions and make cherished memories abound. Yes, the unique beauty and meaning of the spring season is a wonder to behold.

Gloria Brown and her daughter, Laura Pack, are Yadkin County natives who operate The Nest & Hive Shoppe in downtown Yadkinville. They can also be seen on Yadtel TV7 as hosts of the Vintage Southern Homemaker show. Visit their online store at thenestandhiveshoppe.com and find show air times on Facebook at The Vintage Southern Homemaker.

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Tavi has a BA in Psychology, MA in Teaching, and is a fourth grade teacher at Poplar Springs Elementary, a Title 1 School, King.

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It is one of my favorite times of the year, Read Across America Week in March to celebrate Dr. Seuss and a lifelong love of reading. I dedicate each day in the week to one or two books and culminate the week with a Dr. Seuss themed party. I always begin the week with some Dr. Seuss trivia, which I test the kids on at the end of the week. I make a flip book for each student to write a summary of each book we read then graph our favorite Dr. Seuss book and invite other classes in the school to do the same. We take those results and analyze what is the favorite book and why? The Lorax is our first book and one of my favorites. We talk about supply and demand, saving the environment, and even grow our own Grickle Grass. Would You Rather Be a Bullfrog is a fun book about choices. Each student gets a sheet listing each choice in the book, one of which is would you rather have purple or green hair. I then surprise the students by coloring their hair purple or green. Next, The Foot Book is a great way to incorporate math by tracing feet on construction paper, measuring it, then putting our feet in size order from greatest to least. To add a bit of fun, we take our shoes off and place in a large pile, then race to see who can find and put their shoes on the fastest. Our next book, Hop on Pop is all about rhyming words. Write a word on each block of a Jenga set and as the students take turns ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

pulling blocks out, they must make up their own rhyming word to match the block and use it in a sentence. Oh, the Places You’ll Go, another one of my favorites makes the kids ponder what they want to do with their lives. It includes great life themes about problems that one might encounter in life, but can be overcome. I use this as an opportunity to get my students writing about what their plan is for life, be it long or short term goals. We then put each of our fingerprints on a canvas and attach the character from the book

to the canvas. We draw lines from our fingerprints to his hand to make a bouquet of fingerprint balloons. Dr. Seuss Jeopardy and Bingo is a fun activity for the kids with prizes involved. Keep an eye out at the dollar section at Target for some cool Dr. Seuss prizes. Explore pinterest for a plethora of ideas. The books along with activities are endless. There are so many free resources out there to choose from to get kids excited about reading. I hope you have a Seussastic Spring!

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off the bookshelf Police detective Sam McClellan’s involvement in the homicide investigation of his friend and partner, Lee, place him in uncharted territory on the high seas in Laura S. Wharton’s Deceived. Sam and his accidental sidekick, Molly Monroe, join forces to bring to justice Lee’s murderer and the bad guys who killed Molly’s brother. If dealing with illegal drug dealers, prostitution, and murder aren’t enough, Sam suspects his fellow police officers may be involved in the criminal activities linked to his partner’s death. This tale of suspense and intrigue will keep you turning pages from beginning to end. Deceived is available in paperback for $20.00 at local bookstores and Amazon.com. To learn more about award-winning author, Laura S. Wharton, and her other great works, visit her website at laurawhartonbooks.com.

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You know the sage advice of not judging a book by its cover so, please do not judge this paperback on its title. Crap Happens. Wallowing is Optional is biographical, humorous and spiritually motivating; the more you read, the more you want to read. City-girl and author Cindy Keiger married a dairy farmer when she was 53, that was 11 years ago. Her story is about love, adjusting to farm life, her new love of cats and all farm life has to offer, both easy and not so easy, as she finds her inner peace and contentment. “Dealing with the yuck of life is a chore assigned to each of us but you don’t have to settle in and call it home.” New in 2015, you can get a cop of Crap Happens Crap Happens, wallowing is optional is available at King Drug, Carroll Memorials, Hampton House Gallery, Dalton's Crossing in King; Pages Book Store, Mount Airy; Diana’s Books & More, Elkin and amazon.com.

Once again Shannon Hitchcock has delved into American history to create a novel inspired by her own experience and admiration for a childhood teacher. Ruby Lee & Me is set in 1969 when a segregated, small, rural North Carolina town hired its first African-American teacher. Two girls are friends. Ruby is African-American and Sarah Beth is white. They come face-to-face with prejudice and how it affects their friendship.Hitchcock has developed strong characters—tight family and neighborhood bonds, dependable role models and sub-themes in Sarah Beth’s young life of blaming herself for her little sister’s tragic accident, her burgeoning relationship with boy friend, Drucker and her determination to re-establish her friendship with Ruby Lee, no matter what folks would say. “Forgiveness, forgiveness is what matters now”—a good lesson for readers 8 to 12 to see history and have the opportunity to compare it to today. Scholastic, paperback and hardcover. 54

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As we approach spring and the soil begins to warm, lawns become active with small ground nesting bees. These bees are not social and do not live in hives or hollow trees like honeybees. In fact, 70% of the 20,000 species of bees worldwide nest underground. They should not be confused with yellow jackets, which are social wasps that live in underground nests as colonies, or bumblebees that also live underground in colonies. Membrane bees, digger bees, sweat bees, mason bees and leafcutter bees are examples of solitary, ground nesting bees common in North Carolina. Most of these are native insects and are more efficient pollinators than honeybees, so a few nests in a yard can provide significant pollination benefits to gardens. Over 80 species of wild bees are known to visit apple blossoms, 20 species visit tomatoes and 12 species visit melons. Other native bee species nest in hollow stems, wood and other habitats and are also important pollinators. Ground nesting bee activity typically occurs in March and April in North Carolina. Most activity at nest sites in early spring is of males looking for female mates. Males cannot sting, as with most bee species. Females spend the day foraging for nectar and pollen and excavate nesting burrows in the evening. Burrows have a small opening and small mounds of excavated soil may appear around each nest opening. Each hole belongs to an individual female. When bees are numerous, many holes may be in close proximity, creating a “citylike” aggregation. They prefer nesting areas with morning sun, low organic matter and bare ground or sparse vegetation—usually avoid damp soils. Heavy watering or irrigation during the nest building period can discourage activity, but dense turf is probably the best discouragement to nesting. Ground covers and heavy mulches can also be considered for bare areas where grass will not grow. These solitary ground dwellers are not aggressive and should not be destroyed. They are not programmed to sting people, and there is no mass attack as might be found with honeybees or yellowjackets defending a colony. A person may be stung if handling one roughly or accidently, if one was caught in clothing. Mowing and outdoor activities can be continued with little problem. The faint of heart may prefer to avoid an area for the four to six weeks of nesting activity. To enhance the number of solitary bees on your property, start by protecting current or potential nesting sites, which are sloped or well drained with sparse plants and direct access to soil. Avoid turning the soil over in new sites which may be suitable for nesting. Eggs laid this year will not emerge as new bees until next year. Expose new sites by clearing some of the vegetation from a gently sloping or flat areas. The goal is remove thatch so the bees can access the soil below leaving some clumps of grass or other low growing plants to prevent erosion. Build nests for ground bees by creating a stable pile of soil at least two feet high and containing at least 35% sand. If necessary, contain the pile with walls of lumber or bricks. Different species of bees nest in different soil types, so experiment with creating piles of different soil mixtures or by placing piles in locations with varying sun exposure. Other general practices to protect and enhance pollinators include: • Minimize pesticide use and especially do not treat any plants while in bloom. If considering pesticides, make sure the problem or pest is correctly identified to avoid unnecessary applications. Your local NC Cooperative Extension Center can help with this. Consider the least toxic option and make the application in the early evening to minimize contact with bees. Always fully read and follow the label before any pesticide application. • Offer a diversity of flowers with diverse colors, shapes and bloom times for pollen and nectar sources, including trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. • Protect nest and egg laying sites, such as open ground, brush or rock piles and old stumps. Next time, we will look at bumblebees and their role as native pollinators. For more information on protecting native bees and other insects, check out the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation at www.xerces.org. They offer a number of excellent publications and programs. ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Colleen Church, County Extension Director/Horticulture Agent for North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Yadkin and Davie counties.

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Outdoor living spaces have continued to gain popularity over the past decade in coordination with our increasingly more casual lifestyles. Today more homeowners are trending toward decorative stamped concrete for their patio surface. Not only is it highly durable but it makes a one-of-a-kind attractive patio using a wide variety of patterns and colors. Custom borders, stains and design elements beautifully stamped into concrete holds a most visual impact in any outdoor living space...the new favorite room to relax, entertain and cook. Today more homeowners are trending toward decorative stamped concrete. Not only is it highly durable but it makes a one-of-a-kind attractive patio using a wide variety of patterns and colors in custom borders, stains and design elements. Beautifully stamped concrete holds the most visual impact in any outdoor living space. Many multi-use patios expand the home’s boundaries to create more living space for relaxing, cooking or simply additional family gathering space. In the past, outdoor space usually was limited to a grill and a picnic table. More recently, a fire pit and seating made the patio more useful. Now almost anything is possible with a wide range of ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Spring Planting by Judy Mitchell

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Spring is my favorite time of the year! Plants put out new growth, new leaves emerge on the trees, flowers bud and bloom. I get excited just watching the flowers grow in the greenhouses. With Easter being early this year on March 27th, we didn’t have a break between poinsettias and Easter flowers. We finished up with poinsettias on Christmas Eve and had to clean and sterilize the greenhouses the next week. My employees started filling pots January 2. They started planting pot mums, geraniums, gerbera daisies and hanging baskets on January 4. It amazes me to watch them grow, and grow they have. The first geraniums will be blooming and for sale around mid-March. We have lots of new varieties of plants for spring. Two of which are new Superbells. Superbells look like miniature petunias. Evening Star is a beautiful lavender with a dark star in the center. Holy Moly is yellow with pink splotches. Another is a new Wave Petunia, also yellow. Celosia Intenz is a new vegetative variety of celosia propagated from cuttings; it blooms profusely. I’m also trying a new variety of French marigolds named Hot Pak. They come in all colors and all bloom at the same time. They continue blooming all summer even in the highest heat and humidity. Gazania New Day has been improved and now contains Red Stripe and Red Shades. Vegetables are continuing to be improved. Kale is a superfood that is easy to grow. It likes cooler weather and frost makes it sweeter, so plant in early March. We are growing two new kales that are curly, Scarletbor with red foliage and Snowbor with green foliage. Both can be eaten raw or cooked and are good for juicing. In salads, they are best at the baby stage. Scarletbor is green when it is cooked, but the juice is red. We are growing a new cantaloupe that doesn’t vine as much, and is bred for smaller spaces named Aphrodite. Here are some things to think of when you plan your summer flowers. Lemon Grass, catnip, catmint, basil, mint, rosemary and citronella all help repel mosquitoes. Plant pollinators to help our bee and butterfly population. Without pollinators no fruit will form on vegetable plants, only flowers. Eastern Black Swallowtail Butterflies love to lay eggs on parsley. They hatch out into the prettiest green striped caterpillars that eat the parsley. So remember to plant enough parsley for you and the caterpillars! Get outdoors, get exercise, plant and watch the flowers and vegetables grow. To learn more:

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The Connect North Carolina Bond Act is a $2 billion bond package that citizens across the state will vote on in the primary election on March 15. The bond has broad bipartisan support to make needed statewide capital improvements in higher education, agriculture, state parks, National Guard and water and sewer infrastructure. It has been 15 years since the last general obligation bond was authorized to upgrade our stateâ€™s infrastructure in 2000. Since then North Carolina has grown by more than 2 million people. Projects span from the mountains to the coast and include investments across 76 counties in total. No tax increases would be necessary to finance the bond, given the Stateâ€™s strong revenue growth and ample department service capacity. The bond includes just under $1 billion to improve STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) facilities at 17 public universities and colleges. Another $350 million is for needed repairs and renovations at all 58 com-

munity college campuses across the state. The bond makes one of the largest investments ever in agriculture including $179 million to support a new plant science research complex at North Carolina State University and $94 million for an Agriculture and Consumer Sciences Lab Building for veterinary, food, drug and motor fuel testing by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. There will be over $309 million for modernizing water and sewer in towns and cities across North Carolina. The National Guard will receive $79 million to build regional response centers for state emergencies, and the North Carolina Zoo and state parks will receive $100 million for new facilities and updates. Projects in the Yadkin Valley include a Sciences Building at Winston-Salem State University; new construction, repairs and renovations at Davidson, Forsyth Tech, Surry and Wilkes Community colleges; a National Guard Readiness Center and improvements to

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Fort Dobbs is a North Carolina State Historic site personifying the French & Indian War, 1754 to 1763, in Statesville. Governor Arthur Dobbs made the construction request to house 50 military men and be a safehaven for settlers. Fort Dobbs was the only permanent frontier provincial fort in the colony of North Carolina. It provides a look into a stormy period in the struggle for America through its programming and events. The Fort Dobbs Soldiers’ Garden is typical of military gardens common at 18th century remote frontier forts. Typical military rations per soldier per day consisted of 1 pound of meat (pork or beef), 1 pound of bread, dry peas and oats or rice to supplement the diet. Fresh vegetables were not a standard part of military diet because they didn’t store or travel well. The Fort Dobbs Soldiers’ Garden was established the summer of 2014 and the first harvest was that fall. Plantings were selected based on seed lists from the same period as Fort Dobbs: Moravian Bethabara, Fort Ticonderoga, Fort Stanwix and the 1758 Forbes campaign.Vegetable Gardening the Colonial Williamsburg Way helped identify heirloom vegetables representative of the 18th century varieties: kale, cabbage, spinach, coriander, turnips, sage, radishes, English peas, onions, pumpkin, squash, muskmelon, beets, carrots, parsnips, green beans, potatoes, mint and cucumber. Most of the vegetables would have been eaten fresh; some could have been pickled, cabbage made into sauerkraut, beans and peas dried.

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Wilkes Community College Gardens has a most unique history of creation. “From its over 25 gardens spread out over the campus, each has something special to satisfy the plant lover in all,” says Ronald Dollyhite, Director of Facilities Services. Cultivated roses to long stretches of native wildflowers, the gardens provide a peaceful yet colorful break from a busy world. Specialty seasonal gardens offer, “...the community a place to walk, relax and observe the beauty the gardens give throughout all seasons,” he continued, while WCC Horticulture Technology students learn how plants interact with the environment. The WCC Gardens endowment of a garden, however large or small, provides a means to perpetually pay tribute to parents, spouse, children, friends and loved ones. In 1987, musician Doc Watson founded the Merle Watson Garden for the Senses to honor his son and performing partner, Merle, who died in a tragic accident. B Townes, now retired from WCC, worked with Doc Watson to create a benefit concert at WCC for the memorial garden. That fundraiser became an annual multi-day event known as Merlefest, with famous bluegrass/folk music talents from across the country performing. The Merle Watson Garden for the Senses has continued to grow with the emphasis on design and plant materials suitable for the visually impaired featuring Braille-labeled plants and sculptured music and alphabet walls. It also offers tribute to Doc who lost his sight as a child. With gently sloping walkways, the garden features plants rich in fragrance and texture. Call Judy Bauguess, Greenhouse Manager, garden tours, 336-838-6469; Allison Phillips, Executive Director of WCC Endowment Corporation, 336-838-6491, allison.phillips@wilkescc.edu For other information: Ronald Dollyhite, Executive Director of Facilities Services, 336-838-6281, ronald.dollyhite@wilkescc.edu

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As warming temperatures and lengthening days call us outdoors to sow the first seeds of Spring, teachers and volunteers are working to ensure children experience the satisfaction of cultivating crops and caring for the Earth. From fostering a life-long love of fruits and vegetables to promoting creativity and cooperation, we know growing food nurtures healthy children in body, mind and soul. In Forsyth County, one-third of our 150 community gardens serve children and youth. These gardens are found in child care centers, schools, and community organizations hosting after-school programs. What they all have in common is one or more teachers or volunteers dedicated to enriching young people’s lives through gardening. One such volunteer in Lorraine M. Mortis, a family law attorney and trained Community Garden Mentor through Forsyth Community Gardening, a program of Forsyth Cooperative Extension. In 2015, she led efforts to begin a Sensory Garden at the Bethlehem Community Center (BCC) in Winston-Salem. Mortis became involved with BCC through her sorority, the Phi Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA), which has hosted Christmas parties for the children for decades. As the Environmental Ownership Committee of AKA looked for opportunities to contribute to healthy, safe play spaces for children, BCC was a natural partner. A skilled community organizer, Mortis engaged numerous people and organizations to muster the resources for a garden. A BB&T Lighthouse Project Grant provided financial support and labor; technical assistance came from Forsyth Community Gardening, the Career Center, and fellow community gardeners Connie and John Wall. BCC staff supported and participated in the entire process. After Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines cut the ribbon, to unveil the new garden on May 29, 2015, members of AKA helped Bethlehem students plant green beans and peas and decorate the cement paving stones that now form a path into the garden. Students, BCC staff and AKA members help to maintain the garden, which was carefully designed to provide the children with engaging sights, smells, textures and tastes. Monarch butterflies and pollinator bees were attracted to towering zinnias, marigolds and Mexican sunflowers. The little ones enjoyed the scents of herbs like chocolate mint and the feel of fuzzy lamb’s ear and cotton plants. A variety of colorful vegetables—from white ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Above: Bethlehem Center students work with youth volunteers from Shady Grove United Methodist Church to harvest fall kale and collard greens. tomatoes to collard greens and purple sweet potatoes—provided welcome additional snacks for BCC children. Recalling their inaugural Fall Harvest, Mortis exclaims, “Staff and children enjoyed pulling the sweet potatoes from beneath the dirt in the pots. Few things are as uplifting as seeing adults and children get excited about dirt, bugs, water, vegetables, flowers and just the ‘outdoor-ness’ of gardening!” Thanks to collaboration with the dietary staff, the children enjoyed the kale, broccoli, collards and sweet potatoes they helped to harvest in their lunch the next day. “The garden has provided the Bethlehem family, especially its young students, with an opportunity to see how vegetables, herbs and flowers grow from seeds or small plants,”

Mortis reflects. “This hands-on educational tool encourages the children to embody a life-long curiosity about gardening, nature, healthy eating and taking care of the environment.” When asked how others can support children’s gardens, Mortis suggests checking the Garden Directory on the Forsyth Community Gardening website and contacting garden leaders to understand their needs. “We need others’ time,” she emphasizes. “The universal biggest need in community gardening is a core base of dedicated volunteers who will be there throughout the highs and lows of the gardening year.” Forsyth Community Gardening and NC Cooperative Extension have many resources for folks interested in sharing their love for gardening with young people. To connect with a community garden serving children and youth, contact your county Extension office. For guidance on all aspects of gardening with children– from garden design to age-appropriate gardening and cooking activities – see the new publication series on Childcare Center Production Gardens at: naturalearning.org/childcare _production_gardens. If you need inspiration for gardenbased curriculum and activities, visit: tinyurl.com/FCGYouthSchoolGardens. By getting involved with community gardens, you can help nurture this year’s crops and the next generation of gardeners!

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Music Musicians and

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Volume 11

by Mariedith Appanaitis After 37 years of renting space, Piedmont Opera moved out into a place of its own. In 2014, the company was gifted a newly renovated, twostory Queen Anne house in the Holly Avenue Historic District. Opera patron and volunteer Jane Hanes Poindexter, a long-time friend of the opera, purchased the house for the company. The house is located just minutes away from the company’s former location on Cherry Street. The 3,000square-foot home at 636 Holly Avenue is the Opera’s new headquarters and offers two floors of administrative offices and social gathering space in the heart of vibrant, downtown Winston-Salem. James Allbritten, General Director and Principal Conductor for Piedmont Opera, says the move and the building purchase signaled the company’s financial strength and stability as well as the dedication and commitment of its volunteers. Allbritten became the General Director one year ago. He was the artistic director of Piedmont Opera for 10 years and spent 20 years on the music faculty at the UNC School of the Arts. “Jamie’s long standing commitment to providing the highest quality of music and his extraordinary contributions to education throughout the Triad has won the respect and support of this community,” said Bill Semans, Piedmont Opera’s Board Chairman. “His ability to build long-term relationships has resulted in the Company’s opportunity to own property that will 68

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not only serve its needs, but will also enhance Piedmont Opera’s financial stability—both now and in the future.” The new opera house, built in 1906, originally belonged to James Sloan, a bookkeeper for RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. After falling into a state of disrepair, it was completely renovated in 2010 by Elliott Woltz and Michael Leonard, of West End Investments Company who saved the home from demolition. Members of the Sloan family recently contacted Piedmont Opera and donated a portrait of James Sloan,

which now hangs in the entry hall of the house. The new house offers the opera the ability to hold social functions, committee meetings, Opera events, and intimate performances. About Piedmont Opera Piedmont Opera produces the highest quality opera productions possible by using international, national, regional and local professional singers and technicians. Piedmont Opera currently attracts patrons from 16 states and communities throughout the Piedmont,

Upstate, and Virginia. In addition to two regularly scheduled productions each year (Verdi’s Rigoletto and Sondheim’s A Little Night Music). Piedmont Opera also conducts a wide variety of educational and outreach programs. As the second largest opera company in the state of North Carolina, Piedmont Opera has a current operation budget of $936,000 and operates with an administrative staff of four full-time people. Visit PiedmontOpera.org for more information or call 336-725-7101.

story by Jennie Lowry Caudill There are a few instances in which it would be acceptable to come in second. Coming in second to the Grand Ole Opry as the second longest-running live radio broadcast is no small feat. The Merry-Go-Round, a live show spotlighting local talent, heard over local AM station WPAQ, began shortly after the February 2, 1948, Ground Hog Day sign-on date, when WPAQ am 740 was granted the FCC license as the first radio station in Mount Airy, North Carolina. The program, sixty-eight years later, is still presented each Saturday at 11am therefore making it the second longest, continuously running live radio broadcast. WPAQ station founder and Patrick County native, Ralph Epperson, started the station while only in his twenties. From the beginning, Epperson envisioned a station suitable for the entire family. His desire was to provide a medium through a radio format for traditional music, local news and religious programming. From ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

the inception of the station, Epperson set aside time for local talent to have the opportunity to be heard. Very early on in the station’s history, there was a desire for the listening audience to actually see the performances live. Listeners would often times gather at the radio station to enjoy the shows in person. Rather quickly, the crowds of onlookers outgrew the small observation space at the radio station, and the MerryGo-Round, as it would later be called, was moved to the Pick Theater in Downtown Mount Airy. (As a side note, the Pick Theater was located in the original auditorium for the Grand Theater. At that time in history, there were four theaters within one block of each other in Downtown Mount Airy, the Grand and Pick Theatres on the west side of Main, and the Earle and Center Theatres across the street.) WPAQ personality, Uncle Joe Johnson, the original host for the program, actually coined the name “Merry-GoM a rc h / A p ri l 2 016

Round,” due to the number of acts who would perform each week. One group would perform, and during their performance, another group would be warming up, getting ready to go on. Now two groups are on stage each week, for roughly an hour each. Surry County and the surrounding counties in North Carolina and Virginia have always had more than their share of talent, so there was, and has always been, no shortage of musical acts with the desire to perform on the show. Throughout the years there have been only a handful of hosts for the show. Following Uncle Joe Johnson, Clyde Johnson hosted the program for over 40 years, missing only a few programs until the time of his death in 2007. As musical tastes changed in the 1950s with the birth of Rock and Roll music, the need for a large space for a theater audience declined and the Merry-Go-Round returned to Studio A at WPAQ. The format of mainstream radio changed, but WPAQ remained true to traditional music. Epperson, when asked about keeping the bluegrass, old-time and gospel format, when it would seem to be out of style, would share he felt no need to be like every other station on the radio dial. At a time when many stations and communities were trying to catch up to larger cities and “fit in” so to speak, Mount Airy has maintained much of its true identity through the ongoing traditional programming of WPAQ and through shows like the Merry-Go-Round. Through a partnership with the Surry Arts Council, the Merry-Go-Round has made its home at the Earle Theatre in Downtown Mount Airy for nearly 20 years. The Earle Theatre, also home to the Old Time Music Heritage Hall, is doing its part to preserve the local traditional music through their exhibits on local musicians, weekly Thursday night jam sessions, as well as free music lessons for children. The station, which proudly calls itself “The Voice of the Blue Ridge,” has definitely been “the voice,” and a common thread among the people of Surry County and surrounding areas. Today, WPAQ can be heard around the corner and around the world via the world wide web. The addition of internet streaming has broadened the reach of the broadcast, and now groups from other states frequently come to perform on the Merry-Go-Round, as well as numerous regional and local acts. Looking back on the shows longevity, perhaps the audience participation, or maybe the informal setting, has helped to always keep the show fresh. As far as the Merry-GoRound itself goes, very little has changed over the last 68 years. Each and every Saturday, the “On The Air” light goes on in the Earle Theatre, the first scheduled act performs, and story continues on page 101 70

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Audrey and James Barnes

We talked with Audrey and James Barnes, Hook & Bullet... Q Where are you from? A We are both from Wilkes, born and raised. Audrey in Millers Creek and I in Wilkesboro. Q Did you meet through music? A We met at a high school soccer game,then at NC State, when I started playing banjo. We have played a lot of music together since then. Q Are you both self taught? A We're mostly self taught. I've had a few banjo lessons and we both played in the band in middle school. Q What instruments do you play? A I play banjo, guitar and harmonica. In the Hook & Bullet, Audrey plays drums/percussion, the key, guitar and mandolin. She's the lead vocalist. Our harmonies are a strong feature of our music. Q Who influenced you most in your musical careers? A Audrey would say her mom, who bought her first guitar when she was 14. She has always been our biggest supporter. Audrey kids me all the time that I started playing banjo to get her to go out with me...she's probably right. Musically, she was very much influenced by a lot of country musicians. For me it's hard to pin down. Growing up in Wilkes, we went to MerleFest every year and grew up listening to different types of music that influenced us, such as the music of the 60s and 70s.

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Q Who came up with the professional name? A The name was my idea. I like to joke that we chose the Hook and Bullet because Hall and Oates was already taken. Q When did you start writing music? A We started writing musics pretty much as soon as we started playing it. Our process has evolved; I noodle around until I come up with something, a melody, a rhythm, a progression. It may or may not have lyrics or a theme. When I get it worked into something that's shareable, I'll play it for Audreyâ€”we finesse the song together and are very much into writing songs that tell stories or speak to our lives. The whole thing can be a very slow process. Q When did you start performing? A We have been playing in other bands since the early 2000s, sometimes together, sometimes not. Hook & Bullet was formed in 2013. We started writing songs and playing gigs around central VA and the Shenandoah Valley. Q Talk about the CD; plans for another one? A "Loaded Down" is our current EP. It has been successful for usâ€”nearly 500 copies sold. It's still available as a hard copy or online. We are working on a new album for this summer. We just had a baby girl on Thanksgiving Day, so our lives have slowed down some! But we are ramping up for summer and some Yadkin Valley area shows. To find learn more about Hook & Bullet: info@hook-bullet.com, www.hook-bullet.com https://www.facebook.com/hookbulletband M a rc h / A p ri l 2 016

Mountain Park Old Time Band at the Surry Old Time Fiddlers Convention at the Friday night dance. photo by Judy Buckner

7th Annual Surry Old Time Fiddlers Convention A tried and true musical community gathering, the Surry Old Time Fiddlers Convention will be held on April 1 and 2 on the Dobson Campus of Surry Community College. From I-77 take exit 93. Turn right off exit onto Zephyr Road. Turn right onto US 601 (that’s Dobson’s Main Street). SCC is on the right hand side: 630 S. Main Street. Buck and Judy Buckner were in on the ground floor with the first convention in 2009. “The goal of this event is still a concerted movement to preserve the old time music heritage indigenous to

Surry County in a straight forward and pure manner,” says Buck. Surry County has a rich heritage of old time music and to celebrate its local pride, brought about this two-day, intimate event. Friday evening is music, fellowship and dancing appropriate for the entire family starting at 7:00p in SCC’s gym. Music will be by Mountain Park Old Time Band and New Ballard’s Branch Bogtrotters. Admission is $5. Kids 12 and under enter for free. Saturday is an all-day competition, adult and youth, with registration

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An award-winning old time band, Zephyr Lightning Bolts and Musicians is made up of four members, three of whom are family. Their music derived from old Celtic tunes from the British Isles over 200 years ago or more, so their music did not originate with the band. Steve Bowen is the founder of the band, the bass player and one of the lead singers. He is a retired Surry County teacher who has been involved in bluegrass and old time music for almost 40 years. Diane Bowen, Steve’s wife, is also a retired teacher of the Surry County School System and plays clawhammer banjo in the band as well as helping with vocals. The Bowen’s older son Jacob is the band’s fiddler. His musical influence is credited to the likes of G.B. Grayson, Rafe Brady, Eck Robertson and the late Albert Hash. The family lives in Pleasant Ridge in eastern Wilkes County on the farm where Steve was raised. The fourth band member is Chester McMillian, the guitarist. He recently won the Brown-Hudson Folklore

Zephyr Lightning Bolts Left to right: Dianne, Jacob, Steve and Chester Award in 2013—given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the music and heritage of North Carolina. Chester is known for his unique runs and picking techniques. He teaches children at the Chestnut School of the Arts in Galax. Here he and other old time musicians teach kids after school how to play the old time style of music on the guitar, fiddle, upright bass and banjo. The Zephyr Lightning Bolts have recorded eight CDs in all; the newest is “Poor White Folks,” now available. Check out the band’s website for much more: www.zephyrlightningbolts.com or 336-874-2349.

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Maureen Michels

captivated by the sounds of the viola

Growing up with five siblings in a household of strong musical influence, Maureen Michels knew by the time she was 10, she was captivated by the sounds of the viola and wanted to learn to play it. Her father was a child piano prodigy but became a physician by career as was his father. All the Michels children play at least one musical instrument but only for pleasure; all went on to other careers. Maureen was passionate about her music—it became her career. Towards the end of her Indiana education, she studied with the late William Primrose, famous viola player, in Utah. Primrose was to the viola

as Heifetz was to the violin and he once said, “The difference between the violin and viola is that the viola is a violin with a college education.” With a quick look, the violin and viola look alike with the same general shape until they are next to each other and then it’s easy to see the viola is larger than the violin. Yes, the viola is a bowed string instrument, but with strings longer, thicker and with lower or deeper tension. Because it is larger and heavier, it requires more arm weight than the violin. As far as sound, Maureen says, it is a lower, deeper sound, “The viola VS a violin is the same as an alto VS a soprano.” Maureen moved to North Carolina from Ohio in the late 80s to perform with two area symphonies and has called North Carolina home ever since. Besides being a talented musician, she is a dedicated teacher— a personal mission for her because her childhood parochial school did not offer music—Maureen instructs after-school kids, K-8, string at our Lady of Mercy in Winston-Salem. “Children need music in their lives to develop their emotions and a strong self-esteem,” she says. Outside of music, Maureen has another passion, she is an independent animal rescuer, mostly dogs. When we first met, I had to laugh to see her drive up with smiling dog faces hanging out of each car window! Her performance career is still very full and in addition, she is a licensed realtor with Leonard • Ryden • Burr. She also works with her peers in planning an annual concert, The City of the Arts String Sextet at the Salem Fine Arts Center. It doesn’t take long to see Maureen’s talents and interests as a musician, recording artist, instructor, animal lover, poet, traveler, conversationist...she seems to live life as an adventure and frankly, it looks as if she is just getting started!

31st Yadkin Valley Bluegrass Convention, April 16 There’s no doubt about the Yadkin Valley’s rich heritage in traditional music. Robert Steelman, bluegrass musician, performer, master mind of the Yadkin Valley Bluegrass Convention and convention coordinator, reminds us that before cars and electricity, there were fiddles and banjos. “Entertainment was a limited commodity so if you wanted music, you had to make it yourself,” he said. Today, fiddlers’ conventions, geared specifically to traditional music, have become extremely popular across the region. Presented by the Yadkin Arts

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Council, and now in its 31st year, the Yadkin Valley Bluegrass Convention has become a favorite with bluegrass, oldtime bands, individual instrument competitions as well as the Junior and Senior divisions, awarding a total of $5400 in prize money. Awards go for the top three in each convention category. You can obtain your registration forms online: info@yadkingrass.com Festivities begin as the doors open on April 16 at 12:00p in the main entrance of Yadkinville Elementary School, US Hwy. 601 North in Yadkinville. Registration also begins at

noon. Rain or shine, bluegrass and old-time individual competitions begin at 1:00p in the multi-purpose room followed by contests for bands starting at 7:00p. Emcee will be Harold Mitchell holding the microphone for his 30th season. Concessions will be available. Admission is $10 per adult while kids 10 and under are free when accompanied by a parent. Get more details regarding registration, categories and previous winners at info@yadkingrass.com

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Seth Longbottom

Sarah Shepherd

2015-2016 Chris Austin Memorial Scholarship Winners by Amber Herman

Wilkes Community College congratulates Seth Longbottom and Sarah Shepherd, the 2015-2016 recipients of the Chris Austin Memorial Scholarship. The Chris Austin Memorial Scholarship was established in 1993 by Trisha L. Austin Stanley. To date the scholarship has helped 84 students with a total of $34,600 awarded in scholarship money. Funds for the scholarship are raised through the annual Chris Austin Songwriting Contest held at MerleFest.

Shepherd is native of Millers Creek and a graduate of West Wilkes High School. She is a first-year nursing student and dually enrolled in RIBN program through Lenoir-Rhyne University with the goal of obtaining a bachelor of science in nursing. She is also a member of the WCC SGA Club. “I want to serve my community as a health advocate and fulfill God’s purpose for my life by serving others. This scholarship will help me pay for my education at WCC,” said Shepherd. “College continues to be expensive, but this scholarship will allow me to fulfill my goals without having a financial burden.”

Seth Longbottom, a native of Hays and graduate of East Wilkes High School. He is a first-year general education student with plans to transfer to Appalachian State University. His goal is to complete a bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders and then a master’s degree in speech pathology. For more information on scholarships or making a donation to the WCC Endowment Corporation, contact the WCC Endowment Corporation at 336-838-6491.

May 14 Elkin Roots Music Fest Elkin Valley Fiddlers and the Foothills Arts Council present the Elkin Roots Music Fest, a family friendly traditional music event with old time, bluegrass, gospel, blues and folk music at the Elkin Recreation Park Band Shell from 1:00p to 8:30p. Free admission/minimal parking fee, food, beverage vendors available on site.

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Lamp Lighting Time in the Valley by Eunice Call “It’s lamp lighting time in the valley. Long shadows from the peaks of the Blue Ridge hurry the sunset that turns day into night. The mighty Yadkin rolls on, rolls on in its eternal search for the sea, leaving the darkness to the people of the valley.” “Lamp Lighting Time” was the daily sign-off message for WKBC, Wilkes County’s only radio station. By that time with evening chores and supper over, my brother and I had to stay indoors and sit quietly, either by the fire in winter while Mama mended endless piles of socks, overalls and shirts; Paw reflected aloud on the day’s events or on the front porch in summer listening to the sounds of crickets while Paw and Mama talked about her summer garden, that stubborn mule or the field he had finished plowing. Before the radio came into our home in 1953, the bow glided across the fiddle in jaunty tunes or dramatic high and low notes while Paw’s elbow raced upward and back in graceful fluid motions. His voice rang true and strong on “Old Joe Clark” and other favorites. The radio would nearly replace the fiddle and the special times we shared. My brother, Dewey and I were allowed to dance, laugh and enjoy the radio, but the silence after WKBC sign-off meant no music, no dancing and time to be quiet. On a trip into town with a neighbor, Paw had bought the radio. He said it would warn us when a storm was coming in time to get the livestock under shelter. We had never heard of such a thing as a radio. Dewey and I were surprised at the lovely sounds that spilled out when Paw plugged its cord into one of the two outlets in our house. Through the summer months, Paw would busy himself with chores near the house weekday afternoons while the Hillbilly Hit Parade’s pure country drifted through the open window. One afternoon, when dark clouds rolled in from the west, the announcer said, “Isolated storms this evening.” We all huddled in the front room with the deafening noise of the storm raging. When at last the thunder rumbled away across the mountain and the rattle on the roof died, I ventured to the window. The ground was covered with ice! “Well, that storm WAS isolated!” I proclaimed. I saw Paw wink at Mama as he said, “It was at that, Babe.” He turned the radio back on and the fiddle lay still and silent in its beautiful case. I miss Paw’s fiddle, the strength of his voice and the tap of Mama’s foot. That radio was life-changing for me. It brought music into our home, but nothing can take the place of a live performance.

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Healing Through

Music Therapy by Michele Erich, MM, CCLS, MT-BC Music Therapist/Child Life Specialist New Hanover Regional Medical Center Betty H. Cameron Women’s and Children’s Hospital Michele.erich@nhrmc.org

Michele Erich, MM, CCLS, MT-BC How did you learn your ABCs? Did you sing the ABC song to help you memorize the alphabet? Many children learn skills easier when put to music. Music can be a fun part of our lives and it can also have a therapeutic effect on our lives. Music therapy is the formal profession using music to help children and adults develop skills and cope with difficulties in life. The official definition from the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) is “Music therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.” Music therapists work with people of all ages and abilities from premature infants to senior adults. Music therapy addresses physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of the clients. It can include creating music, using music to help with relaxation and pain management and to help the client learn new skills with music. As the music therapist at New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) in Wilmington, I use musical instrument improvisation, song writing and singing to help patients express their feelings related to being in the hospital or the injury or illness they are experiencing. I also use music listening, imagery and breathing exercises to help patients deal with the pain or fear they are experiencing. Interaction through music helps develop a therapeutic relationship, and can decrease a patient’s perception of pain and help the patient cope better with their injury or illness. Music is an important part of a child’s life and can be a special part of family activities. Here are some examples of fun ways to include music into family activities. Let each member of the family share one of their favorite songs with the family. This could be a way for older children to connect with younger siblings. A dance party could be another fun activity. Play upbeat fun music of all styles so all family members could ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

dance around the living room together. Choosing relaxing instrumental music as part of a bedtime routine may be another way music can have a positive impact on daily routines. Music therapy can be helpful for children and teens dealing with attention deficit disorder, autism, depression as well as many other areas of difficulty. Some outcomes include stress management, communication and social skill development, expression of emotions, reduction of pain and anxiety and improved academic/cognitive functioning. Music therapy can also be helpful for children in the hospital by improving coping skills, decreasing pain, reducing heart rate and increasing self expression. At NHRMC, the children and I have created songs with drums, rhythm instruments, a xylophone and singing. Some of the songs were titled “My hospital song” or “I’m feeling better” or “I don’t like shots.” I have also used soothing lullabies and children’s songs to help refocus a child’s attention when the nurse is starting an IV or giving them a shot. Music therapy is a part of the Healing Arts Network, the integrative therapy program at NHRMC and helps to treat the whole person. When working with a music therapist, we complete an assessment and develop a treatment plan to address the individual client’s needs. Each setting is different but sessions are often held daily or weekly depending on the setting. Sessions last approximately 30 to 60 minutes. Rates vary and some insurance companies reimburse for music therapy services. If you feel you or your family members could benefit from working with a music therapist, you can contact the American Music Therapy Association www.musictherapy.org to find a music therapist in your area. If you have questions about the integrative therapy program at NHRMC, please visit www.nhrmc.org/healingarts for more information.

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caring hearts Not just one but two dance groups put some fancy rhythms together from the East Bend Community Center to perform at Yadkin Valley festivals, fairs, events, nursing homes and assisted living facilities to mention a few opportunities. Dance teams include couples and singles in ages ranging in the 60s and 70s demonstrating country line dancing and more. Meet the Sassy Seniors and the Dream Dancers who are enjoying their senior years by giving to others. Teams meets for dance routine

Larry Honeycutt, Brenda Matthews, Jeanette Loggins, Shelba Brown, Patsy Norman, Gray Lane 2014 First place winners of the Best Line Dancing Large Dance Group practice weekly. They are involved competitively and have won on a local level in Yadkin County and now could go on to compete at the state level. To see a sampling, checkout Facebook and get a kick out of Judy Taylor’s ingenious costumes. Judy teaches clogging and two-step at the Center. She bought multiple pairs of black and white jeans; cut them in half vertically and sewed them back together so each dancer had one white leg and one black leg and the result in motion

will make you laugh and get your toes keeping time. The teams even provide their own music. Rhonda Beavers, Center director for over 15 years says, “It’s a pleasure to be involved with these enthusiastic folks.” To schedule a performance lasting 30 to 45 minutes with one or both dance teams, Rhonda can help, simply give her a call at 336-699-5100. Interested in joining a dance group? Dance classes are prerequisites: Classes offered at the East Bend Community Center are Variety Dancing on Mondays at 5:30p and Line Dancing on Thursdays at 7:30p. Dancing—a sequence of steps set to music—has always been touted as an healthy activity with moderate physical stress. As social creatures, we humans appreciate the camaraderie and the rewarding feelings of doing something good for others as well as keeping ourselves active and healthy. Join in!

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In this edition of YVLM we begin a special multi-issue feature highlighting Stokes County. With the “Y” being such a focal point in the community, we thought learning more about the Stokes Family YMCA was a great place to start.

Doesn’t look like you could pack anymore fun into Summer Camp at The Stokes Family YMCA!

Summer and kids were made for each other and the YMCA makes sure they aren’t disappointed with exciting day camps registering during March. We are zeroing in on the Stokes Family YMCA programs so you can see just what your neighborhood Y has to offer you and your kids. The Stokes Family YMCA focuses on outdoor activities while encouraging the sense of belonging for each child. Summer Y camp offerings are constructed essentially for working parents with a generous amount of flexibility to help its campers and parents. For the kids, Y Camp becomes the next best place other than with their families. Camps are organized by age groups: Day Camp for K through fifth graders, Teen, Sports and half-day Specialty camps such as Speed & Agility and Camp Jump Start. Each camp offers a plethora of activities both physical and intellectual: Day Camp offers swimming and a swimming evaluation to determine if campers need some lessons, art, singing, archery board and ball games, reading time, bi-weekly inflatables and more. In Teen Camp, this older camper is treated with respect as a young adult and has activity choices for more advanced activities such as weights, cooking, weekly science projects and field trips. Sports Camp is a half-day camp for 5-12 year olds and ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

Summer Camps at the Stokes Family YMCA incorporates details of two sports daily along with getting campers prepared with warm-ups, stretches, drills, finally ending with mock scrimmages. Camp Jump Start is a week long camp with drop off at 7:00a. Program material focus for obesity help is from 8:00a to 4:00p, with pick up as late at 6:00p, for ages 8-16. Guest nutritionists lecture, cooking instructions and suggested exercises are demonstrated to help campers make healthier eating choices. Speed & Agility Camp is also for ages 8 to 16, half days, a week long. Its goal is to improve conditioning for young athletes. Campers do not have to be YMCA members to attend camp. Financial assistance and scholarships are available, “No one is ever turned away from the Y,” says Derek Edwards, Executive Director, Stokes Family YMCA. M a rc h / A p ri l 2 016

Camp days begin with an open air assembly including Christian emphasis with a devotion and thought for the day ahead. “Huddles” are three groups: K-

1, 2-3 and 4-5 grades. Counselors are chosen with definite Y standards and accept the responsibility of knowing from the beginning the importance of

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their roles for “their” kids. The staff becomes the face of the Y in and outside of the building. Each staffer has a magical name such as Poppa Smurf, Daisyany Disney character will work! A healthy lunch is provided by a Second Harvest Food Bank grant. Morning and afternoon snacks come with the campers from home. The camping day ends with another assembly to reinforce the feeling of belonging and being the best each camper can be. The YMCA is a traditional camping experience where kids can meet to strengthen socialization, learn new skills indoors and outdoors, be physically and intellectually active and finally culminate with growth in their selfesteem, confidence and independence in making good and healthy choices in their lives. For more information call the Stokes Family YMCA: 336-985-9622 or Misty Cummings Senior Program Director Chris Chunn, Acquatics and Childcare Director: c.chunn@ymcanwnc.org or Patrick Whitbred, Associate Sports Director: p.whitbred@ymcanwnc.org

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I always get so excited when spring time arrives. It is my favorite season of all and I just love when the trees start budding, the bulbs you planted last fall start poking their head thru the ground, and the forsythia bushes start their annual strut of full color. To me, this is the time that life, inside and outside, comes “alive” again after a long winter’s nap. It is a time when I look forward to longer spring days, spending more time outside, planning vacations, planting my mini-garden, wearing less layers of clothing, and spending more care free days ahead out in the nice warm sunshine. Just as seasons change from year to year and season to season, so do our needs for our skin care routine also change. When we were very young, it was just necessary to wash you face every morning before going to school or whenever you got up; in teenage years, it became more important to take extra care by cleansing twice per day to avoid acne and excessive oily skin; and as we mature more, we need to take necessary steps to preserve our skin and have it to look and feel the best it possibly can. This is the reason there are many different formulas and types of basic skin care products on the market today. They are designed to meet the needs of all types of people according to their skin type, age group, occupation, status in life, personal desire and so on. They are available in all formulas, price range, and your desired end results. Just as it would not be necessary for a teenager to use anti-aging products, it would not be necessary for a middle aged person to use the acne prone skin care daily maintenance products. That is why it is very important to get an individualized skin analysis for your particular skin type, age, etc. to determine what is needed for your particular skin care type. As spring and warmer days approach us, there are also changes to our routine that will be of great benefit to our skin. Most importantly, the use of sunscreen to help prevent

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And Also in Skin Care and Makeup Too! By Ruth R. Henderson, BeautiControl EVIP the harmful and aging ultraviolet rays of the sun to our skin. Normally it is not necessary to use the heavier serums and night cremes we do in the winter months when our skin and the air have much less moisture and is so much drier. Although you should still use the night cremes, they can be of a lighter version. Our skin does change from season to season, so it is important to meet the needs each season of the year. Our makeup can also be applied much lighter and more carefree for everyday use in the spring. While you are on the go, be sure to cleanse, tone, and moisturize your skin, and you can use a light foundation with sunscreen, mascara, a hint of eyeshadow, and lipstick and you are off for a funfilled day whatever your age may be. I do offer complimentary individualized and personalized skin care analysis for all age groups to make your spring as carefree as it can be. Happy Spring!

Enjoy the spring season by feeling and looking your best! I offer complimentary skin care analysis to determine and recommend the proper skin care daily maintenance products for your individual and unique needs. We are all unique and different, and have individual unique skin care needs to look our best, than those of our friends. Call me for an appointment for your free skin analysis and consultation. Enjoy your Spring! Ruth Henderson, EVIP, Yadkinville, NC 336-463-2850 (h) • 336-671-2875 (c) ruthh@yadtel.net

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Be Safe With Your Prescriptions The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has multiple statistics to show that, as a nation, we are not properly using prescription opioid medications. According to an article from their website, Prescription Drug Overdose Data, most recently reviewed in October 2015, 44 people die every day in the United States from prescription opioid overdose. Here are some quick facts from the CDC about this current health problem sweeping the nation:

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• Most were ages 25 to 54.This age group had the highest overdose rates compared to other age groups. However, the overdose rate for adults aged 55–64 increased more than seven-fold during this same time period (1999-2013). • Drug overdose was the leading cause of injury death in 2013. Among people 25 to 64 years old, drug overdose caused more deaths than motor vehicle traffic crashes. • There were 43,982 drug overdose deaths in the United States in 2013. Of these, 22,767 (51.8%) were related to prescription drugs. • Drug misuse and abuse caused about 2.5 million emergency department (ED) visits in 2011. Of these, more than 1.4 million ED visits were related to prescription drugs. • Nearly two million Americans, aged 12 or older, either abused or were dependent on opioid painkillers in 2013. This problem that we are seeing in our communities doesn’t just affect health. Overtime, the consequences of someone’s abuse and misuse can have an effect on the family unit, the community and its resources, and the economy. According to the same article referenced above, the CDC states “In the United States, prescription opioid abuse costs were about $55.7 billion in 2007. Of this amount, 46% was attributable to workplace costs (e.g., lost productivity), 45% to healthcare costs (e.g., abuse treatment), and 9% to criminal justice costs.” You may be asking yourself, “But how can something my doctor prescribes be bad?” Prescription medications alone are not bad. Many are nec-

by Jessica O. Wall, MPH Assistant Director Yadkin County Human Services Agency Medical Clinic and Animal Control essary and have provided benefits to those who need them. The other side of the story is that opioid based medications have addictive properties. Overtime, a person may develop a tolerance to the drug. This means that their body had become dependent on the chemical properties of the drug and they need more and more to feel the same affects. This is a similar characteristic to alcohol or illegal street drugs. Or someone prescribed these medications may realize that one dose makes their pain better, so maybe two would help even more. Either scenario leads people to take more pills than prescribed and/or more often than their doctor intended. We label this misuse or abuse, and, more than likely, these folks will develop an addiction to these medications. It isn’t always the prescribed person who has the problem. Many teens take medications from their parents or grandparents. They may even share these with their friends at parties or social gatherings. This behavior is extremely dangerous because they have not been prescribed these medications and do not know their intention, side effects, or the consequences of mixing different medications or even with alcohol. Or it could be friends or family members sharing medications to save ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

money and help each other out. Or someone who has already developed an addiction may steal from people they know who have these medications or break into someone’s home looking for these medications. Project Lazarus is a community based intervention program that was started in Wilkes County to combat these very issues. At the time of its conception, Wilkes County was 3rd in the nation for drug overdose death rates. This program works to tackle the problem of prescription drug abuse/misuse by engaging and training all stakeholder agencies in a community such as physicians, law enforcement, faith leaders, and impacted community groups and agencies. Their message has been simple: properly take, store, and dispose of prescription medications. There is a great deal of information on their website at www.projectlazaus.org. Their site includes helpful information for community leaders, family members, and prescription abusers. Physicians are learning the effect their pen has on the person and the community. Communities are working to get training to local physicians in treating pain effectively and on using tools such as the North Carolina Controlled Substances Reporting System. Local law enforcement agencies and emergency medical personnel are being trained to look for signs and symptoms of drug overdose and may have medications to immediately help victims. Finally, and most importantly, is the responsibility of the person who is prescribed the medication. Take your medication responsibly. Take it exactly how the doctor prescribes for you to take. Anything outside of this is abuse or misuse. If you are prescribed a medication and you are being given more than you need or you start to feel that you are having negative effects from your medication, do not hesitate to have a conversation with your doctor. Store your medications properly. Ensure that small children, teens and other adults cannot get to your medication without your knowledge. This may even mean locking your medications. When you are finished with your medications and have some left over, do not keep them for later use. This is also considered abuse/misuse. Each condition needs to be evaluated, diagnosed, and treated by a medical professional. According to Perdue’s “Safeguard My Meds” website, “It is important to get rid of medicine that has expired or is no longer needed. There is no set rule for disposing of all medicine, so talk to your community pharmacist about the best way to get rid of unused or unwanted medicine in your home. You can also visit the Food and Drug Administration’s website atwww.fda.gov and search for “Rx drug disposal.” There are also prescription drug drop boxes located throughout the Yadkin Valley community. Go to www.rxdrugdropbox.org and search by your address. The box nearest you will show on the map. The agencies who monitor these boxes properly dispose of them following NC and US regulations. No contact is necessary and no information is taken from you. Think of prescription drugs in your home just as you would a gun you keep. In the wrong hands, at the wrong time, for the wrong reasons, something that was meant to protect and defend becomes a deadly force. Of which, often times, the consequences cannot be undone. ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Running Your First Race Sarah Cox is a runner. “Just deciding to register for a race can be powerfully motivating and once you have mastered the distance, your self-esteem and confidence will soar. You will be ready to sign up for your next race!” Sarah shared 13 tips to get you ready to run and to make your first race successful and enjoyable. 1. Invest in a good pair of running shoes. Visit a reliable sports store where a knowledgeable salesperson will assess the best shoe for your feet and for your specific needs. 2. Find a running partner and/or group. Knowing someone is waiting for you might be the only thing to get you moving when it is cold and dark outside! 3. Search for the right race for you. You are out to have a good time, not necessarily to win. 4. Pick up your race packet early. 5. Don’t overdress. A good rule of thumb is to dress as if it were 20° warmer than the actual outside temperature. 6. Don’t wear anything new! Wear what you are used to with broken in socks and shoes. 7. Arrive at the start early to allow parking, bathroom time and picking up your race packet. 8. Drink plenty of water and warm up at least 10 minutes. Suggested: 12 ounces of water an hour before race start. 9. Resist charging out when the race starts. 10. Listen to your body—if you don’t feel “right” slow or stop and ask for help. 11. Finish the race even if you have to walk. 12. After the finish line, cool down: relax with water. 13. Get your results so you can work to beat it for your next race! 84

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Spring is in the air! The early mornings are still crisp but no longer make your breath freeze mid air. The grass is becoming green and lush and the horses are anxious to indulge! That means it is time for conscientious horse owners to start restricting pasture access and feed more hay. WHAT? Feed hay when all this beautiful grass is available? Yep, that is what I said. The beauty of those spring fields can bring pain and even permanent disability to the overindulging equine. Unfortunately, some horses do not know when to say when. These horses do not have an internal mechanism that says “I’m full, stop eating now” or if they do hear this message, it is well past the point where they should have heard it. This is why horses are an animal species that can truly eat themselves to death. Now they don’t just fill themselves up and explode. That would be gruesome. What happens is more insidious—it is the excessive intake of carbohydrates that causes the problem. Grasses in the early spring are chock full of carbohydrates. As the plants take off after their winter dormancy, they grow at such a rapid rate that there is less stem (and thus less fiber) and more leaf in each blade. This allows the plant lots of surface area for photosynthesis. Photosynthesis is the process whereby plants convert the energy from the sun into sugars, which are carbohydrates. The increase in carbohydrate along with decreases in plant fiber cause sugar levels to rise rapidly in the horse’s system when he consumes this spring grass. This can lead to founder. Founder is a term often used interchangeably with the Jerri, Heather and Rebecca. We LOVE our customers and their dogs! term laminitis. These terms are not really interchangeable More than 47 years but for the sake of this article, we will use them that way. deshedding treatments of grooming experience Laminitis is a condition which affects the feet of horses. toe nail grinding & clipping Inside the horse’s hoof wall is a bone called the coffin bone Academy Trained Groomers (also known as pedal bone, third phalanx, P3, or distal phatearless face wash lanx). The coffin bone is attached to the hoof wall by tiny natural top quality shampoos fingerlike projections called laminae. There are laminae on 10 all natural both the inside of the hoof wall and the outside of the cofdog-safe colognes fin bone. These laminae interdigitate (like fingers being clamped together) in a strong bond to hold the bone and bows, bandanas, hoof wall together. Laminitis is an inflammation of these fintemporary tattoos, gerlike structures. Inflammation causes pain and swelling in colors and feathers available the bond and can cause the bond to separate if the inflammation is severe enough. So what do rising sugar levels have 722 Highway 268 West Elkin, NC to do with laminitis? 336-526-2726 waggntails526@gmail.com High sugar levels can contribute to laminitis in several

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ways. First, the high levels of sugar in the horse’s intestinal tract can cause bacteria inside the gut to increase rapidly in numbers. Some of these bacteria can then enter the bloodstream and cause a condition called endotoxemia. Endotoxemia can affect small blood vessels, like those in the horse’s laminae and create vasculitis or inflammation. This may be part of the mechanism of spring founder but is more commonly associated with excessively high grain intake. The other thing that high sugar levels do is to increase the amount of insulin in the horse’s blood. By a mechanism not fully understood, high levels of insulin in horses can lead to laminitis. Insulin is the body’s normal way of regulating sugar levels in the blood stream by driving sugar out of the blood and into the cells. When sugar levels rise, the pancreas produces extra insulin. In some animals, insulin does not work as it should because the cells have become resistant to its effect. This “insulin resistance” is the leading cause of diabetes in humans and other animals. Horses however, do not tend to develop diabetes. What they can develop is very high levels of insulin in their bloodstreams if they become insulin resistant. This already high level of blood insulin makes these horses very susceptible to developing laminitis. Add some extra insulin from an influx of high carbohydrates from spring grass and now you have a problem. So what do you do to prevent this problem? The answer is back at the beginning of this article. Limit grass and feed hay during the early spring when grass is most lush. There is controversy about when is the best time to let your horses graze. Studies have shown early morning between just before sunrise and noon are the times when spring grass has the highest amount of sugar. Keeping your horses off pasture during these times may help prevent spring founder. Feeding hay during the time your horses are off pasture will help fill them up and may make them less likely to run out the gate and guzzle down large numbers of carbohydrate rich grass blades when you do turn them out. During the spring, it is important to remain vigilant in observing your horse ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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for the first signs of laminitis. If your horse is slow to come up to the barn, check his feet. If they seem slightly warm to the touch, get him off the grass; call your vet. Have the vet show how to check digital pulses in your horse’s legs. Increased or bounding digital pulses will appear with laminitis. Picking up the early stages, before the horse is so lame he cannot walk, may allow you to mitigate the disease before it causes permanent damage to your horse’s feet. Enjoy the warming temperatures, the spring flowers but be aware—April showers can bring more than pretty flowers. Spring grass can bring spring founder. Keep your horse from overindulging and keep him safe.

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TIMELY TID-BITS By Phil Rucker Extension Agent Davie and Yadkin Counties As an Extension Livestock Agent, I receive numerous questions about pasture management and grazing programs for horses. With the local equine population continuing to grow, I would like to share some of these questions and some timely pasture management practices. The most natural environment for a horse is out grazing in a “well managed” pasture. Horses are designed to graze and high quality forages can meet the nutritional needs of most adult horses. How many acres are required for a horse? A minimum of two acres of managed pasture grass is needed to support the average horse around 1,100 lbs. “Managed” entails fertilizing, grazing management, weed control and other practices. When is the best time to fertilize pastures? For cool season grasses like fescue and orchardgrass, late February to mid-March as these grasses are starting to break dormancy and can readily utilize the nutrients. April fertilization can provide good results but can stimulate weed growth as many weeds are breaking dormancy then. How much fertilizer should I apply? This is one of the most asked questions. To really know what your forage needs to grow, a soil test needs to be taken. Contact your Extension Center for more information. If no soil test was taken and a best guess estimate recommendation is requested; then 50 to 75 lbs. of nitrogen and 50 lbs. of phosphorous and potassium should be applied per acre for the year. Since applying this much fertilizer at one time can cause a “flush” of forage growth, if possible apply part of the fertilizer before mid-March limiting growth to what the horses can consume and make other applications through the year ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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when the forage needs a boost. Too much forage at one time can go unutilized, wasted and could even cause some digestive issues for horses. If I don’t have two acres per horse, what’s the worst that can happen? Horses will need supplemental feed which can get expensive. Forage will be overgrazed resulting in a weak stand, possible erosion issues, increased weed population and quite possibly thin unhealthy horses. Intensive grazing (subdividing the pasture into several small paddocks and rotating the horses through the paddocks) can help but is not a sure fire solution. What do I spray to kill weeds? Weeds can take over a pasture, greatly reducing the amount of forage your horses have to consume. The first thing to do is identify the weed and then we can work on controlling it—it is difficult to plan an attack on your enemy if you don’t know who the enemy is. The proper products, amounts and application times must be implemented for good results. Weeds

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I grew up on a farm. We had animals typically found on a farm, including two horses, a cow, numerous barn cats and pigs that were fenced in with a lean-to for shelter. Hens lived in the hen house, although they visited the barn often. The two-story barn was about 70 yards from the house, but in cold weather it seemed like more than a mile. To keep our milk and other perishables fresh, we had a milk well on the back porch. The well, which was dry, was deep enough to keep a constant cool temperature. Access was gained by lifting the trap door and lowering or raising the items with a rope. We also had a manually operated milk separator to separate the milk from the cream. In the days before electricity, everything on the farm was operated manually. Butter and buttermilk were kept in the milk well. Those items were not storebought, but produced in a chun by our family. The churn was operated by turning a crank on a wheel (similar to a car’s steering wheel) which turned a paddle that beat the milk and turned it into butter. It was a long and boring task—one that required constant attention. I often read as I turned the wheel, so the chore wasn’t that bad. I found out the hard way what happened when one’s attention is on the book instead of the churn. Engrossed in my book, I was alarmed when the wheel seemed to be frozen in place. Carefully putting the book down, I saw to my horror the butter was sordidly packed against the paddles and would not move. Unpacking the paddles by hand and cleaning everything took twice as long as the churning normally would take. In 1938, the summer I turned 10, Duke Power came into our community. To qualify for electric service, families had to commit to buying a major electrical appliance. My parents signed up to purchase a refrigerator. What a change electricity made in our lives! A brand new refrigerator kept everything cold, but was not as spacious as today’s huge side-by-side models. The milk well was still used to handle the overflow of what would not fit inside the refrigerator. The radio was our prime source of entertainment, even before electricity. We had a battery powered model, which had to be use sparingly as the batter wold run down quickly. I don’t remember how it was charge between listening times. With ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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a new electric radio, we could listen as frequently as we wished. My dad enjoyed the dramatic show such as “Mr. Keen Tracer of Lost Persons.” In “I Love a Mystery,” the detectives traveled the world solving mysteries with the motto, “No job too tough, no adventure too baffling.” Their adventures introduced us to exotic places like China and San Francisco. It was wonderful for us to hear about different types of people and places. my sister and I would be at my dad’s side, vicariously living the role of the characters and solving the mysteries with them. My mother dismissed te radio as “trash,” and went to bed, never knowing of all the mysteries to be solved or lost persons to be traced. Major league baseball was also a hit. The New York Yankees were my team while my dad was a Cincinnati fan. The absence of television or movies did not mean boredom for my sister and me. The assigned chores and our love of reading made the time pass quickly. Weather played an important role on the farm. Farmers were at the mercy of the elements. If it’s too wet to plow, you just don’t plow. It it’s too dry, then the crops die. Snow wasn’t as bad as too much or too little rain. One year we had such a big snow school was dismissed early. The bus driver was careful, but soon the snow covered the road and made driving treacherous. he managed to ull into the parking area of a small store and all the children ducked inside to get warm. There were no snow plows to clear the roads and no telephones to reach parents. By now, my dad was getting worried, as he knew we should have been home. He hitched the horses to the wagon and came to the rescue. Many of the other children piled on and were happy when they finally were delivered home. Life on the farm might seem like nothing but boring hard work to today’s young men and women. My parents instilled in me a good work ethic: A lazy farmer is a farmer who will soon be out of work. Even if I had a magic wand, I would not trade my years on the farm for anything.

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The Magical Sound of Mechanical Music Collecting Antique Music Boxes photos & text by Miranda N. Burgin From the moment I first encountered Leroy’s collection of antique mechanical music boxes, I was filled with a sense of wonder and amazement. Typically, when we think of music boxes, we conjure up images of sweet little table top pieces that play a simple yet charming melody. Antique mechanical music boxes whistle quite a different tune! Housed in large scale wooden cabinets with detailed, sometimes ornate, piecework made by skilled artisans, mechanical music boxes are fine pieces of craftsmanship. Some are made to sit on a table but many are free standing pieces of furniture. Inside each box are discs or cylinders, depending upon the age of the piece, that are designed to play complex pieces of music that rival the quality of live musicians. The music discs are individual ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

works of art, featuring beautiful screen printed designs that advertise the machine’s maker. As Leroy explains, many discs featured a cherub or heavenly music theme, emphasizing the quality of the music. “Edison, when he first came out with cylinders, had programs that people would attend as a way to test and prove the quality of the sound the machines could produce,” Leroy shared. “He would have someone playing music on the cylinder and someone playing the same piece on live instruments. The people in the audience would conduct a blind test and would guess which was coming from a cylinder phonograph and which was coming from a musician.” Dating from the 1860s forward, Leroy has built a fascinating collection that began with an Edison cylinder

phonograph. “A friend gave me a Edison phonograph as a gift at Christmas and I began to be interested in learning more about them,” Leroy recalls. “A while later I was at antique show in Salisbury and they had a Kaliope German disc music box that played bells and I bought it. Now I have over 100 mechanical music boxes and nickelodeons.” While music boxes are operated by a disc or cylinder of music with a crank or wind up mechanism, nickelodeons feature paper rolls of music and are operated by both a crank and a coin. Nickelodeons were often featured as a novelty item in drug stores and department stores. Music boxes were usually for home use and would have been purchased for around $25-$50 for a standard model. Today, collectors can pick up a nice quality antique mechanical M a rc h / A p ri l 2 016

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Leroy’s main motivation, “I don’t enjoy the selling, I enjoy the buying of it,” Leroy says. “I belong to a mechanical music box society that mas around 1,500 members as well as a local phonograph club and I’ve met great people in the process. I enjoy trading stories with them, sharing information and advice about collecting, and getting to know about the interesting pieces they have found along the way.” Leroy’s best advice to collectors would be to join a music box society or

phonograph club and study the subject before making a purchase, “Buy books before you buy anything. Join a club, go to local meetings, and learn as much as you can before you begin collecting. Then be sure to buy from reliable dealers who stand behind your purchase and come well recommended.” With this sound advice, you too can enjoy the magical sound of mechanical music for years to come!

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Merry-Go-Round the announcer advertises local businesses who sponsor the show. During a brief break of about four minutes for the national news, local news and weather, the second scheduled act quickly gets on the stage while the first group packs their instruments away, all in front of the live theater audience. The second group performs, introductions are made, a few more ads and public service announcements are made, followed by more music, and at 1:30p the host “sends it back to the station” and it's time for the obituaries. No wonder it's called the Merry-GoRound! One need only attend the Merry-Go-Round, or perhaps the Mount Airy Fiddlers' Convention, or even just stroll down Main Street in Downtown Mount Airy on a pleasant day, or even a not so pleasant day to know traditional Bluegrass and Old Time music are alive and well, and even being taken up by younger generations. It's certainly been preserved for future generations through the foresight of those like Epperson who sought to preserve the traditional arts. That tradition is carried on today at WPAQ by Ralph Epperson's son Kelly who operates the station with his wife Jennifer, along with several on-air personalities just like in the old days. Tune in to WPAQ 740AM for the weekly Saturday morning Merry-GoRound Saturdays from 11a to 1:30p, and at other times for Bluegrass, OldTime and Gospel music and devotionals, as well as local news, sports, weather and obituaries. Those outside the coverage area can stream WPAQ live at www.wpaq740.com. For more information on other events going on at the Earle Theatre & Old Time Music Heritage Hall call the Surry Arts Council at 336-786-7998 or log on to www.surrycountymusic.com. Admission of $6 covers the entire Merry-Go-Round broadcast, and also includes admission to the Old Time Music Heritage Hall as well as the Andy Griffith Museum. A year-long pass is available for only $20. ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Avoid Problems by Updating Beneficiary Designations Like many people, you might not particularly enjoy thinking about your estate plans, but such planning is necessary to make sure your assets go where you want them to go. And it’s just as important to regularly review your plans with your tax, legal and financial professionals in case any changes are needed. For instance, some of your wishes expressed in your will may be overridden by beneficiary designations you filled out years ago. If these designations become outdated, your assets could be passed to those you didn’t intend. You might be surprised at how many of your financial assets and legal documents have beneficiary designations tied to them. If you have an IRA, a 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, a life insurance policy, an annuity, a transfer-on-death (TOD) arrangement, or any of a variety of other assets or accounts, you almost certainly named a beneficiary. And this beneficiary designation offers a simple, direct and efficient way to get assets in the hands of your loved ones who survive you.

However, as time goes by, you may experience many changes in your life — and when your life changes, your beneficiary designations may need to follow. But if you are like many people, you might forget to update these designations after a marriage, divorce or other change in your family situation. And because the beneficiary designation is a legally binding document, the asset will go to the person you once named as a beneficiary, regardless of your current relationship status. It really doesn’t take much effort to look over your accounts and legal arrangements to ensure that your beneficiary designations are current — and if they aren’t, it’s pretty easy to change them. In fact, for some financial accounts, you may be able to update the beneficiary designations online. In any case, plan on reviewing your beneficiary designations regularly, but especially when you experience a change in your life. Here’s one more thing to keep in mind: Make sure your current beneficiaries are informed that they will eventually be receiving your 401(k), IRA,

life insurance proceeds or other assets that require a beneficiary designation. This advance knowledge may help your loved ones as they plan and maintain their own financial and investment strategies. Although it’s clearly important for you to update your beneficiary designations and to communicate your actions, you will still need to attend to other areas of your estate planning, such as providing care for minor children or dependents, deciding who you want to receive specific items that do not carry a beneficiary designation, naming someone to manage your affairs should you become incapacitated, and specifying the control you wish your beneficiaries to have over their inheritance. These are just a few examples of estateplanning considerations. Because everyone’s situation is different, you will need to consult with your legal advisor to determine the level of estate planning you require. As we’ve seen, updating your beneficiary is one piece of the puzzle — but to leave the legacy you desire, you’ve got to complete the picture.

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yadkin valley planner Adult Education Classes/Plant Sale/Arboretum at Tanglewood Park All classes are free, unless otherwise stated, and are 11a to noon at the Arboretum office. Preregister by email: coop-ext-registration@forsyth.cc or call 336-703-2850 two weeks prior to each class date. March 16 Residential Foundation Plantings - Jeff Allen will provide a brief history behind residential landscape plantings and his landscape design. April 18 Square Foot Gardening - Michael Rahman, Volunteer Master Gardener will discuss simple and easy ways to practice and set up a square foot garden at home.

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The Surry County Genealogical Association in March & April 336-831-6437, epdj1@triad.rr.com, surrygenealogy.wordpress.com, Facebook Meets 7:00p, second Monday, Surry Community College, Dobson campus March 14 Scott Wesson, Baptist Records, Southern Baptist Historical Collection at WFU. April 11 Kevin Thomas, How to Restore a Log House, fieldtrip involved.

April 19 Annuals and Tender Perennials - Preston Stockton will discuss new introductions and old standards to give the garden some extra pop whether color, form, texture or movement all summer. Annual Spring Plant Saleâ€ŚApril 16 - 8a to 1p, April 17 - 1p to 4p, April 18 - 10a to 2p.

Old Salem Garden Workshops The following workshops are free through Old Salem Horticulture. Pre-registration is required: vhannah@oldsalem.org or 336-721-7357. Unless otherwise stated, workshops will be held from noon to 1:00p. You may bring your lunch; beverage will be provided. Workshops will be held in the Wachovia Room, Old Salem Visitors Center, 900 Old Salem Road, unless otherwise noted. March 17 - Adventures in 18th Century Cooking presented by Mike Fox. March 19 - Birds of Wachovia presented by Katherine K. Thorington, PhD, 10a to 11a, Single Brothers Workshop, 10 West Academy St. March 24 - Gardening for Birds presented by Dennis Burnette. April 9 - Can we save the Monarch Migration, presented by Harriet McCarthy, 10a to 11a. April 14 - Cultivating Jewels in Your Garden presented by Cheryl Ferguson and Ray Tuegel.

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Mount Airy Museum of Regional History for March/April 336-786-4478 Winter Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10:00a to 5:00p Storybook Museum, first Friday of every month for preschool-age children, 10:30a, FREE. March 5 Batik Easter Egg Workshop for Adults, registration required, 1p to 4p, Members/$10, others/$15. March 13 A Walk Through the History of Pilot Mountain State Park, Ranger Jesse Anderson, 2:00p, third floor, FREE. March 17 St. Patrickâ€™s Day Party/ticket proceeds benefit Museum, Old North State Winery, 8:00p to 11:00p, tickets $7 in advance, $11 at door. March 19 Easter Bonnet Workshop, Parade, Egg Hunt, for ages 4 to 11, 10:00a to 11:30a, museum members are FREE, others are $5. April 10 Western NC and the Ratification of the Federal Constitution, Dr. Cory Stewart, SCC, 2:00p to 3:30p, third floor, FREE. Come celebrate the 20th Annual Cause for Paws! WinMock at Kinderton in the Loft 168 E Kinderton Way, Bermuda Run Friday, April 22 Doors Open at 6:00p Dinner & Show: 6:30 â€“ 9:00p

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April 8 - 10 For History and Camaraderie 19th Annual Salisbury Confederate Prison Symposium Fri., Apr 8-Friendship Banquet & Lecture, Landmark Church Sat., Apr 9 Lectures, Catawba College Sun., Apr 10 Two Memorial Services Salisbury National & Old Lutheran Cemeteries Prison Site Tour Registration: A/$65 by Mar 18; then $75 Please add $5 for bank charge on non-US checks $15/for refund after Mar 25, No refunds after Apr 1 Make check payable to: Robert F. Hoke Chapter No. 78, UDC POB 83 Salisbury, NC 28145-0083 For additional information: Sue Curtis, Chairman southpaws@fibrant.com or 704-637-6411

April 16 Pints & Paints, Craft Brew Festival From 5:00p to 7:00p, enjoy live performance by Bluffet, a tasting glass, pretzel necklace, a dessert bar during concert intermission/$45. Food trucks, art raffle for additional fees. Yadkin Cultural Arts Center/ Yadkin Arts Council, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville: 336679-2941 - info@yadkinarts.org See page 47

April 16 Historic Richmond Hill, Civil War era National Register of Historic Places home of Chief Justice Richmond M. Pearson, first Open House Saturday of the 2016 season, 2:00p to 4:30p, 4641 Law School Road, East Bend, FREE admission. Call to reserve a picnic shelter or a group tour: 336-699-3941/336-473-1853.

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Make a wise business move and save Thursday, April 7 for attending the BizFest expo celebrating business and innovation in Surry County. The event begins at noon in The Liberty in Downtown Elkin, 222 East Main St. You’ll find lots of free parking. The expo continues until 4:00p. The benefits for attending continue to grow as Surry Community College will present a marketing seminar. Admission to the 12:30 seminar requires confirmation of the attendee owning a Surry County business with a business card. From 1:30p to 4:00p the general public is encouraged to visit BizFest. Learn, discover and explore the many exhibitors’ booths. Admission is free! Originally this event began its roots as Surry Showcase to promote major business to business relationships. In 2011 the name changed to BizFest and morphed into expanded support and awareness of major and small businesses in Surry County. As a business person be sure to take advantage of this incredible opportunity to connect your business with other Surry County companies, talk about networking! As a consumer, you will be amazed at the variety of services and products available in Surry County. BizFest is sponsored by Surry Telephone Membership Corporation. Contact Emily Venable to inquire about being an exhibitor, or attending Biz Fest: call (336) 401-9900 or email surryedp@surry.net., Surry County Economic Development Partnership, PO Box 7128, Mount Airy, NC 27030. www.surryedp.com ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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Friday May 20 6pm Saturday May 21 9am to 6pm

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May 14 Heroes Helping Heroes Pedal & Jam Bicycle ride fundraiser; beginning and ending at Mount Olive Elementary School in King. Registration: Jana at 336-972-5266 or heroeshelpingheroes.net

Tractor Parade and kids ride-on parade Friday, May 20 6pm

May 14 Boonville Business & Downtown Development Association presents Boonville Bash 5K & 1-mile Fun Run. 5K registration, $25 adv., $30 day of incl. T-shirt, goodie bag, raffles prizes, noon to 8p, Boonville Elementary School. Fun Run, $20 adv., $25 day of. Register: Boonvillenc.com or raceentry.com Phatt City, 5 to 8, vendors galore, kids activities. Contact:336-250-7134 or 336-631-9708.

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Saturday, May 21 9am-6pm Music all day • Demonstrations Antiques • Quilt Show Vintage Tractors & Farm Equipment Food and Craft Vendors Agricultural Exhibits • Pony Rides Award ceremony 6pm Don’t miss a minute of this kid friendly, family FUN event! Mayberry Farm Fest is presented by

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Where’s The Power?

Closing Devotions with Sandra Miller

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I’m hungry. Not for physical sustenance. I’m hungry for more of the power of God in my life and worship. Although I get spiritually fed at church, I alone am responsible for renewing my mind in God’s word, prayer and meditation. When my stomach growls, I go to the kitchen and prowl until I find what I’m craving. And I have this awful habit of thinking I have to have something sweet at the end of a meal, which only pacifies my sweet tooth for a while. But when it comes to spiritual satisfaction, I find I have a hunger pang that isn’t being satisfied. After thirty-some years of traveling to various denomination to sing and share, I’ve experienced a myriad of types of worship. And I know the old adage still stands that “everybody worships differently.” But it is with sincerity that I say I sense a dryness among worshipers, of which I am, by no means, exonerated. I guess I’m hungry for that Latter Day Rain the prophet Joel spoke about. I was in some lively (to say the least) services in the 1990s, and once you experience that kind of manifestation of the Holy Spirit it’s hard to feel satisfied with the routine. It’s like eating a piece of chocolate cake, while wishing you had some vanilla ice cream to go with it. Albert Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. So what do we need to do differently? Firstly, we need to get hungry. We sit at the table from week to week and go through our course of procedures until what we call “worship” just becomes routine. Ouch! Remember, I said I’m guilty. If you read the history of past notable revivals and awakenings, you’ll find a common thread: they were willing to step out of their comfort zones. I read everything I can find about the Azuza Street Revival started in a deserted warehouse in Los Angeles in 1906, with a handful of hungry believers. William Seymore, a son of former slaves, got baptized in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues. That experience was relatively new, and, as with anything unfamiliar, received scorn among many turn-of-the-century Protestants and Catholics. But Seymore and his band of followers continued to seek God for more of the Holy Spirit’s power. Sometimes they interceded all night and day, hungry for God to move among them. Everyday Seymore would come in and sit quietly with his head in a cardboard box until the Spirit moved him to speak. The entire assembly, which quickly grew as people heard about the unusual happenings there, would sit and quietly pray. Even the children had a holy hush when they entered until Seymore would break the silence and praise rose toward heaven like a dam bursting. Anybody that entered the atmosphere, which descended like a heavy fog, would be instantly healed of any problem once they were prayed for. The Azuza Street Revival lasted for three years. The first thing that will come to some people’s mind is it was fake or as some say, “of the devil.” There were many scoffers during that time, too, but I doubt they were able to discount it was God manifesting Himself on earth to the blind who left seeing, the deaf that left hearing, and the lame that left without their crutches! Jesus warned us there would be counterfeits, that’s why He said to “try the spirits” to see if they are of God. But who wants to settle for mundane services when miracles are available? Not me, I’m so hungry for something sweet!

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Business Directory An quick page guide to help you access great resources. 53 A Baby Celebration 35 Aladdin's Hallmark 3 American Healthcare 8 B&L Jewelers 81 BeautiControl 100 Better Homes Furniture 51 BizFest 86 Blue Ridge Medical Group 106 Brannock & Hiatt 36 Bridal Traditions 109 Budbreak Back Cover CMS Insurance 11 Carolina Country Furniture IBC Carpet Warehouse 112 Carroll Memorials 107 Carroll Signs & Advertising 87 Cooke Rentals 84 Cook’s Sporting Goods 92 Craft Cleaners 21 Dalton's Crossing 41 Daniel Boone Family Festival 22 Daniel Furniture 60 David L. May, Nationwide Ins. Centerfold/DesignCast Concrete 10 East Bend Auto Clinic & Tires 13 Edward Jones 16 Farmer’s Mulch & Rock 94 Farmland Veterinary Clinic 34 Friend2Friend Boutique 49 Frog Holler Cabins 33 Gilreath Chiropractic Health Center 93 Gloria Sews 43 Haymore Construction 4 Hedgecock Builders Supply 93 Hicks WaterStoves 63 High County Lumber & Mulch 57 Home Acres Fine Furniture 37 Homeway Furniture 11 Joe’s Landscaping 14 John Deere/James River 30 Jones & Jones Jewelers 91 K & V Heating & Air 94,95 LTD Farm & Garden 5 Lewisville Motor Co., Inc. 61 Main Oak Emporium 111 Mayberry Farm Festival 25 Mayberry Market & Souvenirs 86 Medicap 84 Medicine Drop-off 34 Melody Stores 27 Mill Creek General Store 28 Miss Emmily’s Antiques 65 Mitchell’s Nursery 103 Mock Beroth Tire 32 Mount Airy Meat Center ya d ki n va l l e y l iv i n g . co m

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