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Channel What’s hip at Lake Norman

16 Porthole Puddin’s Place Dedication at Hinds’ Feet Farm

18 Captain’s Chair Ellen Patterson talks about the Mooresville Artist Guild

20 Rip Currents — Style Anna DeGrauw flirts with fall fashion at Rural Hill

26 Rip Currents — People Humpy Wheeler has his hands in lots of projects these days

32 Rip Currents — Art The Fall Arts Preview

37 Around the Track NASCAR’s higher level of service

38 The Galley with Lynn and Glenn Meatballs on Main is a dream come true

44 Grapevine Warm weather wines (think bistro wines from France’s Loire Valley)

48 Game On Fall tournament softball builds characters and futures

52 Home Port Flood damage leads a Cornelius couple to a major home redesign

61 Currently It’s time for chili

64 One More Thing Come blog with us

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Vol. 3 No. 8 August 2012

Mix Things UpIt’s time to get out of your comfort zone

I turned 40 last month. To celebrate this watershed moment, my husband, John, whisked me away to Lake Lure for a sur-

prise overnight trip. This was a big deal for two reasons. One — as a self-admitted control freak, I’m usually the one who makes all of our travel plans. Relinquishing control over where we were going and where we were staying was a big step for me. (Thank goodness he told me what to pack.) Two — this was the first time we left our twins with someone overnight.

To say I was nervous is a bit of an under-statement, but with the coaxing of John and Kevin, my friend and fellow toddler parent, I knew this was something we had to do. In the end it would be good thing for all involved I was told, so off we went.

By the time we turned on I-85, I knew we had done the right thing. We left our children, along with a list of emergency contacts and pizza money, with a trusted caregiver, so we had nothing to worry about. The anxiety associated with being away that I had been dreading for weeks was nowhere to be found. And on top of that, I didn’t have to worry about our accom-modations because I had no idea where our accommodations were. Suddenly this foreign sensation swept over me as we made our way down the road — I was relaxed …and excited.

It’s ironic that sometimes we find ourselves more comfortable after we step out of our com-fort zones. Here I had all the makings of a panic attack at the ready, but the last thing I felt like doing was panicking. This isn’t a new revelation

for anyone, but it is one that we need to remind ourselves of repeatedly.

It’s so easy for our routines to turn into ruts. We go to the same places, go out with the same people and probably have the same conversations. When we make the effort to do something different, most of the time it yields rewards beyond our imagination.

John and I had a great time on our 24-hour getaway. So much so that I think he should be responsible for planning our trips from now on. And although I returned home rested and rejuvenated, the best thing I came home with was the inspiration to try new things.

On the morning of my birthday, we hopped into a canoe and paddled all over Lake Lure, taking in the mountain views and cool water. In a million years, I never would have guessed that’s how I would celebrate my 40th birthday, but as we made our way around the lake, I couldn’t think of anything else I’d rather do.

As the seasons change, we all have the per-fect excuse to try something new. Lucky for us, the Lake Norman area has plenty of things to try. Go to a concert, take in a play, learn to play a new sport, order something different at your favorite restaurant with a friend you haven’t seen in a while.

I don’t care what you do; just do something to mix things up. Trust me, because us 40-year-olds know about things like this. Happy fall!

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“You put a paddle ball in someone’s hand, and they just want to play with it,” says Steve Langley, whose alter ego, The Paddle Ball King, is creating smiles faster than even he can bounce that little rubber elasticized ball off the face of a paddle.

“For the older people, it’s a nostalgia thing, and for the younger kids, it’s a new toy that they have never tried,” he explains. “It is a low-tech toy in a high-tech world, and as old as it is, well, it’s also something new. Regardless of who you are, the toy effectively transforms you into almost a childlike state. That’s some-thing we lose touch with in our lives a lot.”

A professional juggler, comedian, unicy-clist and self-proclaimed “fun-ologist,” the Huntersville resident has drawn the attention of the Guinness Book of World Records for his passion. The European-based organization first recognized Langley for operating seven paddles at once, a feat he performed live on Italian television. He was awarded a second world record for mobilizing 365 people on the Davidson Town Green to paddle ball all at the same time. And his third different record setting undertaking, recently submitted to Guinness for official authentication, involved paddling a giant nine-foot replica Fli Back toy constructed with a red kickball screwed to the paddle by three feet of braided rubber bands for a required period of time.

“Especially with the giant paddle,” Langley explains, “it is so absurdly huge and seemingly out of place that when you see it start to oper-ate, you can’t help but smile and be mildly amused at what I’m doing. And in a world with so much tension, anger and animosity, we all need something simple in our day just to bring smiles to our faces even just for a brief moment.”

— Mike Savicki, photography courtesy of Steve Langley

Paddle-rific!Steve Langley’s paddle ball passion creates smiles and world records

Huntersville’s Steve Langley, whose alter ego, The Paddle Ball King, is creating smiles faster than even he can bounce that little rubber elasticized ball off the face of a paddle.

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Just Make ItGrill Roasted Barbecue Basted Turkey Breast from Chef Troy Gagliardo from Tuesdays with Troy on Fox News RisingTurkey4- to 6- pound boneless turkey breast- 1 recipe-turkey brineTo taste — Chef Troy’s Back RubTo baste — Homemade Sweet and Spicy Barbecue

Sauce (see www.lncurrents.com for recipe)

Brine3 quarts hot water1/2 pound kosher salt1 cup honey1/2 cup brown sugarTo cool — ice

Directions• Dissolve salt, honey and brown sugar with the hot water in a large mixing bowl.

• Add enough ice to cool completely. • Pour brine into a large zip bag, add turkey breast, zip closed, place bag in a bowl and refrigerate. • Brine turkey for at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours.• Remove turkey breast from brine, rinse with cold water and pat completely dry.

• Preheat grill to medium high heat for direct and indirect heat grilling.

• Season turkey with rub generously all over to coat and place on grill over direct heat, skin side down.

• Let cook until skin is golden brown, turning once, not flipping, about 3 to 5 minutes.

• Flip and let cook another 3 to 5 minutes flip and place skin side up on top rack on indirect heat side.

• Cook for 25 to 30 minutes or until internal temperature is 140 degrees, begin basting with barbecue sauce.

• Continue to baste even 5 minutes until internal temperature reaches 150 degrees.

• Remove from the grill, place on a foil sheet and loosely cover and let rest for at least 15 minutes.

• Internal temperature should reach 160/165 (the safe zone) while resting.

• Cut into disks, shingle on a serving platter and serve with remaining barbecue sauce on the side.

Downtown Davidson has a new gem with the opening of the Davidson College Store. Housed in the former BB&T building on Main Street, the new student store offers 6,000 square feet of Davidson College gear, as well as textbooks and supplies. ’Cats on Main, the Campus Store and the Textbook Store merged into the space, which features beautiful tartan carpet, as well as a bright red elevator.

“So far the students have really been pleased with the modern, updated look,” says manager Gwen Gardner. “The main purpose of the store being in its new location is to present a gateway to the campus.”

Featuring enlarged windows, the second floor offers a sitting room with a stellar view of the campus. “People can sit here and just relax,” says Gardner. “They can read, study or meet their friends.” — www.davidson.edu

Danielle Frye has opened Shoe Zoo in Davidson Commons. The 2,500-square-foot space features all sorts of kicks for children, including designs by Cole Haan, Havaianas, Keen, K-Swiss, Lelli Kelli, Livie & Luca, Sperry and more. Frye, who formerly worked in NASCAR as a publicist and then later as a radio broadcaster for Motor Racing Network, opened the store because she saw the need for it.

“This area needed a kid’s shoe store because there are a ton of kids here,” explains Frye, who is the mother of 8-year-old Addison and 6-year-old Emerson.

“Now we don’t have to drive to Charlotte for shoes.”

Shoe Zoo doubles as a playground for kids, as it’s divided into sections (think an African Serengeti, a rain forest, a beach and a redwood forest). In addition, Frye always has jungle-themed movies playing. “It’s great when the kids try on their shoes and run in here,” says Frye. “That’s what they’re supposed to do.” — www.shoe-zoo.com

Last month Haute Momas moved to Ashley Carol Home & Garden in Cornelius. “We needed better visibility,” explains owner Heather Mathot. “We love Ashley Carol. It was just a perfect fit. We love the house. We love the charm of it.”

Haute Momas is located on the second floor and features mid- to high-end maternity clothing, as well as a vast selection of jewelry. “We try to have something for everybody,” says Mathot, who has been in business for four years. “We’re excited about our new location.” — Find Haute Momas on Facebook

Lipp Boutique has opened a location at Birkdale Village. The new space features the same designers you’ll find at its Metropolitan location in Charlotte.

“Women want to live in perfect pleasure. Every woman wants to look perfect while conducting their lives, whether it’s at work or running errands. It is retail therapy,” says Shital Vaghasiya, owner of Lipp Boutique. “The boutique will carry women’s clothing and accessories by a variety of designers. I wanted to bring fabulous, cutting-edge fashion to Charlotte when I opened the location at The Metropolitan. I want to do the same in Huntersville.”

Look for designs by AG Jeans, Genetic, La Mer, Nikki Poulos, Red Haute, Vince Camuto, Yosi Samra and more. — www.lippboutique.com

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Fort Bragg. Hank Parker, a native of Maiden and former professional fisherman who hosts NBC’s Hank Parker’s Outdoor Magazine, spent time with the soldiers during the trip.

Wilmer, who spent three years in the U.S. Navy following dental school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, says the in-spiration for the program came from their son, Chip, who serves in the U.S. Army. An artillery officer, Chip served a 15-month tour in Iraq four years ago and was deployed to Afghanistan again two years ago. He’s now in graduate school at Wake Forest University.

“We were so lucky to get Chip back from both tours without major injuries that we wanted to do something for his fellow brothers in arms,” explains Wilmer. “Many of the soldiers at Fort Bragg aren’t able to go home to their families after they return, and the fishing lodge gives them a peaceful, picturesque setting where they can decompress a little bit.”

The next trip is slated for February 2013. Wilmer is seeking donations from people who want to help sponsor a solder. As Thanksgiv-ing and Christmas approach, it’s a perfect way to make a difference in the life of a soldier on active duty. Sponsors can also accompany their soldier on the two-day trip.

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Dr. Herbert Wilmer and his wife, Laura, know that military personnel who’ve recently returned from deployment need time to de-compress and talk. They’ve seen firsthand how a couple of days of lake fishing and fellowship can brighten soldiers’ spirits.

Fishing and Fellowship for Freedom is a two-day program that provides an all-expense-paid trip to King Fisher Society Lodge, a premier fishing and hunting lodge in Laurel Hill, North Carolina. The first excursion was last February, when the Wilmers sponsored four soldiers from

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Cozy and CustomizedRoxy’s Coffee & Wine gets personal

At Roxy’s Coffee & Wine in Cornelius’ Oakhurst neighborhood, a great cup of cof-fee or glass of wine comes with a custom-ized approach.

“Coffee to me is a really personal thing,” says manager Samantha (Sam) Medford. “The personal relationship is what has people coming back every day. You also set the tone for somebody’s day.”

A 131 MAIN concept, the cozy bar has earned its place as a popular neighborhood spot for coffee, wine, sandwiches, salads and ice cream treats. Its name recognizes Roxy, the golden retriever owned by Joe Douglas, CEO of Captiva Restaurant Group.

Comfy couches and chairs draw guests, with booths and bar seating rounding out the options. Front porch rocking chairs and a patio table and chairs offer additional op-tions. “It’s really relaxed,” Medford says.

On Saturdays, kids on bikes arrive for ice cream floats or sundaes. The bar holds

wine tastings, keeps an open bottle of every wine it is serving and offers dis-counted chalkboard wines on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Free Wi-Fi and live music on Fridays and Saturdays add to the appeal.

“Every neighborhood needs that one lo-cal community meeting place they can ‘own,’ and it’s their place,” Medford says. “I know people who’ve lived here eight or nine years. and they have never met the people two streets over, and they met them here.”

Plans call for moving to a larger space

in the shopping center to gain a kitchen to expand food options and add break-fast. 131 MAIN’s patrons awaiting a table can settle into Roxy’s with a bottle of wine they can take with them when their table is ready. What can be more custom-ized than that?

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Go FetchBrantley Dunn and Bryan Nicely are all about being fast

Brantley Dunn and Bryan Nicely launched a business this spring that brings convenience to your doorstep. Fetch Boys is a delivery service that picks up whatever you want from any place and delivers it to your home or workplace. The delivery fee is $5 per location, plus the cost of the pur-chase.

Customers can order up to four items. “We’re all about time and quickness, so we limited it to four items so we can do just that,” explains Dunn, adding that most items are delivered within 30 minutes. Many requests include stops at local grocery and

drug stores, restaurants, dry cleaners, and auto part places.

Fetch Boys also partners with several Lake Norman restaurants, including Ten-ders, Yoshi’s Grill, Mama’s Pizza Express, Meatballs on Main and Dairy Queen (Hunt-ersville location), to deliver take-out orders.

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Fetch Boys currently serves Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson and Mooresville. Customers can place orders at www.fetchboys.com or call 980.428.6810.

From left, Bryan Nicely and Brantley Dunn launched Fetch Boys, a delivery service, this past spring.

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On July 29, Hinds’ Feet Farm held a private dedication ceremony for friends, family and donors for Puddin’s Place, a six-bed long-term care home for adults with brain injuries. The facility was named in memory of Hinds’ Feet founder Carolyn “Puddin” Johnson Van Every Foil, who passed away in April 2010.

Puddin’s Place was built almost entirely from charitable contributions from private, corporate and foundation donors. Puddin’s vision for Hinds’ Feet Farm began in 1984 when her youngest son, Philip Foil, suffered a traumatic brain injury in a motor vehicle accident. The mother made it her life’s work to create a loving and caring environment where brain injury survivors, including Philip, could reach their potential post injury.

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The Mooresville Artist Guild began in 1955 as a collaboration between six local artists who

wanted to share their love of the craft and has since grown to approximately 200 members. Ellen Patterson has been involved with the Mooresville Artist Guild for 30 years, and now serves as the president of the guild’s board of directors. To her, the guild is more than an organization; it’s a family.

Patterson recently sat down with us to talk about her origins with the guild, its current renovation project and what events we can expect out of the growing organization in the coming year.

How did you first become involved with the Mooresville Artist Guild?

I knew that there was an art guild here, and I did metalwork — I made custom gold and silver jewelry, enamel-ing and worked art shows before we moved here. Once we moved here, in the house we bought, there was no place for me to do that type of work. So I joined the guild.

How has the guild grown since you’ve been a part of it?

In the last 10 years it has grown enor-mously. We have close to 200 members. We have a strong core of volunteers, and that’s what keeps us running. The Mooresville Artist Guild is 100 percent

Ellen Patterson talks about the Mooresville Artist Guild

Ellen Patterson has been involved with the Mooresville Artist Guild for 30 years, and

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How do you become a member of the guild?

It is $40 a year for an individual, and they need to come in and fill out the membership papers. That’s it. Once you’re a member, it is up to you how much you want to participate. Some want classes, some want to just hang work, and some just want to jump in and help out. It is up to each individual.

Would you recommend joining the guild to aspiring artists?

Painters, sculptors, potters, ceramic people, yes! Or just people who enjoy the arts. We’re very fortunate that the town has supported us wholeheartedly. The community and our neighbors in the area have supported us as well. We really have a good relationship. LNC

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What sort of events is the guild currently working on?

The second Friday night of every month, we try to host three artists. Each artist will have a gallery, and on the sec-ond Friday we have a gallery opening. People get a chance to talk to the artists, the work is for sale and we usually have a large turnout.

We have classes for live model draw-ings. We have watercolor, oil and pastel classes for children and adults. They’re open to anyone, members or non-mem-bers. We’ve brought in nationally known artists for workshops. In the past, we’ve had artists such as Frank Webb. This coming May, we have Steve Rogers, one of the top watercolorists in the country.

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What I enjoy is the friends that I’ve made here, probably more than anything. The Guild has given me an opportunity to go out and meet people in other areas of town. A lot of people that come and participate make good friends.

Are there plans to renovate the Mooresville Depot, where the organization currently makes its home?

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Humpy Wheeler went to his first NASCAR race when he was just 11 years old. Now, at the age of

73, he’s still one of the sport’s most well-known figures even though he retired from running Charlotte Motor Speedway four years ago. His flair for promoting the racetrack is what made Humpy Wheeler who he is today.

Wheeler is quick to say he doesn’t miss it. “I don’t have to think about the stress of selling tickets or think about if it’s going to rain or not on Saturday,” says Wheeler. “I don’t have to worry about if Jimmy John-son is in a good mood or not,” he jokes.

These days, he’s still busy with a variety of projects, and most of them have very little to do with racing. Wheeler says he’s

more interested in doing projects that he wants to do. “I’m about half as busy as I used to be, and that’s how I want it,” he says. “I have a lot of different interests, and now the good thing is, I can turn things down.”

Returning to his rootsWheeler spends much of his time at his

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home in Huntersville, where he’s lived for 12 years. When he’s not at home, Wheeler is traveling the country as a public speaker. The former speedway showman mostly talks to businesses about how to do things more creatively. “A lot of my speechmaking is 50 percent humor because that’s what people really like,” he says.

Before working at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Wheeler was a sports writer and even had success as an amateur boxer. Retirement has allowed him to return to those roots. He keeps a gym on the second floor of his home, where he works out with a boxing punch bag. He’s also the chairman of the Charlotte Boxing Academy, and he has lofty goals for the organization. “We’re trying to get some significant boxers into the 2016 Olympics,” says Wheeler.

In his recent book, Growing up NAS-

Before working at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Humpy Wheeler was a sports writer and even had success as an amateur boxer. Retirement has allowed him to return to those roots. He keeps a gym on the second floor of his home, where he works out with a boxing punch bag.

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CAR, Wheeler writes about his 50 years in the sport, including the good and the bad experiences that helped shape his life. He estimates it has sold 30,000 copies in two years. He says it was so suc-cessful that he’s now working on a second book. “I started off as a writer, and I still have a lot of writing left”, Wheeler says.

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lotte Motor Speedway owner, Bruton Smith, had a frayed business relationship when Wheeler ended his time at CMS. “I have not talked to Bruton Smith since I left,” Wheeler says. “We did a lot of good things together, but it was a relationship that came to a rather bleak end, and it’s unfortunate.”

Wheeler says he got out of racing at a time when he thought it was moving in the wrong direction. He doesn’t hide

his true feelings for the sport. “I’m not particularly pleased with what’s going on in racing right now,” he says. “We’ve got to get these corporations to let these drivers loose, and let them be themselves.”

Now, Wheeler shows up at the race-track maybe once or twice a year to see the drivers qualify for the big NASCAR races. He’s still in touch with some of the sport’s big names — drivers like Jim-mie Johnson and Jeff Gordon. He’s often

approached to help get new drivers into NASCAR or to help run racetracks in other parts of the country. “Almost every week someone is calling me to ask me to be part of a project,” Wheeler says.

But for now, he’s enjoying life at a slower speed. In between his projects he’s fishing on Lake Norman or riding horses at Latta Plantation. “There is no other place I would like to live,” says Wheeler. “I have the ideal spot right here.” LNC

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Davidson College Concert SeriesAll performances at Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center at Davidson College. www.davidson.edu

John Nakamatsu (September 8) International soloist and winner of the 1997 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medal, John Nakamatsu returns to Davidson to perform works by Rameau, Beethoven, Schumann and a special collaboration with Artistic Director, Alan Black. 8 p.m. Price TBA.

Akerman-Teixeira Guitar Duo (November 11) This duo performs works by Rossini, Scarlatti, Albéniz, Debussy, Bonfa and more. 3 p.m. Price TBA.

Iredell Concert AssociationAll concerts performed at Mac Gray Auditorium in Statesville. Individual season tickets $55, $20 student. www.iredellconcerts.com

Jaimee Paul (September 22) This alto with a lush and sensual smoky voice has a strong penchant for jazz and has toured with performers such as Lyle Lovett and Wynona Judd. 7:30 p.m.

42 Five (October 13) 42 Five has been performing their unique brand of entertainment since the turn of the century. Five voices create a large instrumental band sound that goes far beyond the street corner barbershop sound. 7:30 p.m.

Ann Fontanella (November 3) A romantic violinist of the “old Russian school,” Ann Fontanella brings her rich and warm tones to town. 7:30 p.m.

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“Mars” from the Planets (October 6) Special guests Anne Marie Samuel (viola) and Stephanie Foley Davis (vocals) perform with the Lake Norman Orchestra. Time and price TBA.Charles Mack Citizen Center, Mooresville.

Music at St. Alban’sAll concerts performed at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Davidson.$15, students and seniors (65+) $10, children under 12 free.www.musicatstalbans.net

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Vermillian (September 16) The ninth season of this concert series opens with a tribute to Johannes Sebastian Bach. 3 p.m.

Molasses Creek (October 28) Molasses Creek’s high-energy performances and phenomenal songwriting bring the love of their coastal home to the stage. 3 p.m.

North Carolina Baroque Orchestra (December 9) Enjoy a breath of fresh air with North Carolina Baroque Orchestra’s concert titled Ice. 3 p.m.

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A Month in the Country (October 26-November 3) With wit and honesty Ivan Turgenev exposes the subtle passions and manipulations of a family on a Russian country estate in the 1840s. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Fri (October 26) 8:15 p.m., Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m., Fri (November 2) 8 p.m. $15, seniors

$12, faculty/staff $10 and students $6. Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center.

The Pride (November 14-18) Three characters, two eras and one winding story of self-discovery can be found in this award-winning debut by British playwright Alexi Kaye Campbell. Wed-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $10, seniors $8, faculty/staff $7 and students $5. The Barber Theatre, Cunningham Theatre Center.

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Into the Woods Jr. (November 10-18) Stephen Sondheim’s Broadway musical Into the Woods Jr. depicts an all-star lineup of fairy tale characters hilariously colliding in pursuit of their own “happy ever after.” Times vary. $10. Armour Street Theatre, Davidson.

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Baby: The New Musical (October 11-28)

Three couples, each newly expecting a child, have very different but familiar reactions to parenthood: college juniors who have just moved in together; thirty-somethings who have struggled to conceive; the mother of three already-grown daughters unsure of what to do next. Times vary. $20. Armour Street Theatre, Davidson.

Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s Production of A Christmas Carol (November

29-December 16) In a festive mood, those crazy ladies of Farndale mount another assault on the classics with their original stage version of A Christmas Carol. They enthusiastically portray a dizzy array of characters from the Dickensian favorite (and a few which aren’t). Times vary. $20. Armour Street Theatre, Davidson.

Warehouse Performing Arts Center, CorneliusAll performances at Warehouse Performing Arts Center at 9216-A Westmoreland Road in Cornelius. www.warehousepac.com

The Smell of the Kill (September 20-October 9) Take three deliciously malicious wives with three unloving husbands and throw in a blender. That’s the recipe of Michele Lowe’s tantalizing comedy that had Broadway audiences cheering. The Smell of the Kill revolves around Nicky, Debra and Molly whose marriages are on the brink of disaster. When the men mistakenly lock themselves in a basement meat locker, the women are faced with a life or death decision. Should they freeze them or let them thaw? Time and price TBA.

Crimes of Omission (October 25-November 11) During his pre-trial evaluation, a murder suspect tries to outsmart a respected forensic psychiatrist. The clinic’s chief of staff watches in amazement as the session turns into a provocative game of cat-and-mouse with roles changing so rapidly it’s hard to tell who’s chasing whom. By the final curtain, all three men have learned what Crimes Of Omission really are and how devastating their consequences can be. Time and price TBA.

Beyond the Fringe (December) This evening of sketch comedy by four devilishly clever comedians created a madhouse of hilarity in both London and New York. Dudley Moore, Alan Bennett, Peter Cook, and Jonathan Miller joined forces to develop a cheeky series of skits guaranteed to have you smiling over the holidays. Time and price TBA.

Akerman-Teixeira Guitar Duo performs works by Rossini, Scarlatti, Albéniz, Debussy, Bonfa and more in November at Davidson College.

Craig Karges comes to Davidson College on November 9.

The Lake Norman Big Band performs as part of the Cornelius Concert Series this year.

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Daniel Bernard Roumain and Laurelyn Dossett (September 29) Haitian American musician Daniel Bernard Roumain and singer/song writer Laurelyn Dossett present Connecting Crossroads in North Carolina,

their groundbreaking, two-year investigation of musical stories from across the state. The program features their new compositions, and collaborative works generated with the Davidson College Department of Music and student performers. A special David-son College Friends of the Arts event will

follow the performance. 8 p.m. Price TBA. Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center.

The Mystical Arts of Tibet: Mandala Sand Painting (October 22-25) Tibetan Lamas of Drepung Loseling Monastery cre-ate colorful sand mandalas from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. daily in the atrium of the Alvarez Col-lege Union as they discuss their work with observers. A closing ceremony in which the monks sweep away the mandala symbolizes the impermanence of all that exists. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Free. Alvarez College Union.

Craig Karges (November 9) “Extraor-dinist” Craig Karges combines the art of magic with the science of psychology and the power of intuition to create the impres-sion that nothing is impossible. 8 p.m. Price TBA. Duke Family Performance Hall, Knob-loch Campus Center.

Danu: Christmas in Ireland (November 27) These County Waterford natives thrill Celtic music lovers around the world. 8 p.m. Price TBA. Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center. LNC

Craig Karges combines the art of magic with the science of psychology and the power of intuition to create the impression that nothing is impossible.

Tibetan Lamas of Drepung Loseling Monastery create colorful sand mandalas at Davidson College in October.

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It’s no secret that traditional NASCAR spon-sorships revolve around money. Big money sponsors gain value in everything from

logo placements on the racecar and the driver’s fire suit to television viewership, event ratings, and dollars generated by team merchandis-ing. Race teams benefit, too, by using every valuable sponsor dollar to pay for the cutting edge equipment, staffs, training and technol-ogy that help them edge closer to victory lane.

But as the marketplace changes and competition for sponsorships becomes more of a challenge across the sport, teams are looking beyond tradition to find ways to capture and keep the partners that they value so dearly. Marketing and promotions teams are developing unique programs that more closely parallel the corporate goals and objectives of their prized sponsors, while also including innovative public service compo-nents that impact communities and touch individuals in need all across the nation.

The new formula is begin-ning to pay dividends.

“In today’s economy, with the amount of money sponsors spend, it has to be more than just about car paint,” says Tyler Key, director of promotion and partner activa-tion at Michael Waltrip Racing. “Sponsors need to be able to associate themselves with a team and a driver and maximize those in-tangible assets that can now only be gained through new strategic partnerships.”

Key’s position is relatively new to the sport and represents the extra effort teams are now making to service their partners. Key is

challenged not only with understanding the business models of MWR’s key partners such as NAPA Auto Parts and 5-hour ENERGY® but also trying to incorporate innovative programs that make national statements while also reaching deep into the local communi-ties where these companies do business.

“On our end, we now need to look at ourselves as almost another agency or tool that helps develop and add the special programs that go above and beyond the sponsor’s traditional goals that are present in our sport,” explains Key.

The NAPA Knows How to Care program is one example of how Michael Waltrip Racing has added a charitable arm to the relationship they maintain with one of their longest partners.

“Public service is now more important than ever because of the way our country is trending,” Key says. “Our partners have told us that public service is important, and we take their words very seriously.”

In late May 2011, after a catastrophic EF5 multiple-vortex tornado tore through Joplin, Missouri, MWR mobilized an as-sistance program under the NAPA banner.

“Michael [Waltrip] traveled to Joplin and delivered Toyota Tundra truckloads full of food and supplies to the victims,” recalls Key. “Working with local autocare centers, he helped refurbish and donate 18 cars to veterans and those who lost their cars during the tornadoes and, one recipient was handed the keys to a new car by Michael and Martin [Truex, Jr.] at the race in Kansas the next day.”

More recently, again under the NAPA banner, Truex made a “pit stop” at a service

station to supervise the brake service and repair of a Richmond, Virginia woman who is fighting breast cancer. The funds she saved helped offset her medical bills.

“We now look every day for ways to bring the message of our partner, NAPA Auto Parts, to almost every community they serve,” Key says. “Not only do we touch our fan base by sharing with them the message we promote through these events, we reach deeper internal-ly within the NAPA organization to motivate many of their national network of autocare cen-ters to undertake similar projects of their own.”

Looking ahead, Key says MWR is tak-ing the lessons it learned in its NAPA Knows How to Care program and tweaking it to service the needs of a newer partner, 5-hour ENERGY®. Later this fall, in conjunction with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 5-hour ENERGY® will unveil a new pink lemonade flavor. The partner has asked MWR to help spread the message behind the new flavor. All proceeds from the ef-forts will support the Avon Foundation.

“When you turn on the news every day, you see so many negative things happen-ing across the country,” says Key. “In the end, if we can do something positive for our sponsors, we have separated ourselves and made it more than about money.” LNC

A Higher Level of ServiceMore than a sponsorship

At a recent event outside Denver, Colorado,Michael Waltrip and Martin Truex, Jr. (in NAPA fire suits) presented a check to the American Red Cross on behalf of NAPA Auto Parts to assist the victims of this summer's Colorado wildfires.

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says Ann Quagliato, who owns the restaurant with Kelly Oyama. Meatball restaurants are gaining ground throughout the country, and the two believed the theme would find favor in the Lake Norman area.

“It’s a unique concept,” Quagliato says. “I think it would have fit anywhere, but we were looking for more of a small town type of feeling. We were looking for something different and unique. We just happened to drive by one day.”

Casual and relaxedThe two ladies saw that the 105-year-old

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Since then, they have spent weeks renovat-ing the house, setting up intimate dining rooms, stenciling custom-made tables, preparing the kitchen and stocking the full bar. The restaurant seats approximately 60. The covered front porch provides an additional comfortable space for dining and drinks.

“It’s very casual and relaxed,” Quagliato says. “We’re not looking for something fancy. We want people to feel comfortable.”

The food at Meatballs on Main centers around local products as much as possible, says Oyama, who is in charge of the kitchen, while Quagliato manages the front of the house.

“Our focus is on local produce and farm to table,” Oyama says. “It’s important to the community around you. We want to support the people who live in the community and who grow in it. We also want to serve food that tastes the best possible. If our food is going to shine, we have to start with ingredients that shine.”

Farm to table offerings include beef from Big Oak Farms and pork from Grateful Growers. Oyama also plans to expand the selection of items found at local farmers’ markets. Now that the restaurant is finding its rhythm and the staff is settled in, she anticipates the daily specials will be constructed around the fresh items she finds at markets.

“Everybody here is excited about the possi-bilities,” she says. “We have a whole lot of ideas.”

Mixing it upThe foundational menu is based on the

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Meatballs include the “Here’s the Beef” option, with Big Oak Farms grass-fed beef, ricotta cheese and fresh herbs; “Hog Wild” with Grateful Growers ground pork, cherry peppers and fresh herbs; “Cluck Cluck” with applewood smoked bacon, braised chicken, ground chicken, roasted garlic and parmesan cheese; and “Veg-gie” with crimini mushrooms, eggplant, onion

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The system permits the wait staff to swipe credit cards at the tables, which means the credit cards never leave the guests’ view.

The days are long but fulfilling for the restau-rant owners.

“We found out through three different businesses that hard work will overcome almost

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roasted marinara and spicy meat sauce to chimi-churri, spinach basil pesto and asiago cream.

The bases are starches, including spaghetti, hand-cut fries, smashed red potatoes, white beans, risotto and elbow macaroni. Roasted beet salad makes for an interesting side, as do hum-mus and bruschetta. Classic Caesar and spinach salads also are featured.

“We tried to mix it up with things that people were familiar with and to add a couple of things that people would not normally associate with meatballs,” Oyama says.

Tech SavvyThe owners have known each other for 15

years and have partnered in other business ventures, including most recently the popular club Wine Up in the NoDa district in Charlotte. They recently sold that business to pursue their long-standing desire to operate a restaurant.

“Kelly’s always been intrigued by cooking,” Quagliato says. “She went to culinary school. And I loved meeting people.” With corporate and retail experience, Quagliato’s skills pair well with Oyama’s abilities.

The restaurant has drawn from local busi-nesses, especially the lunch crowd. “We have a really big to-go business,” Quagliato says. “We were quite surprised by how big it was.”

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One of my favorite things in the whole world is a good summer, “bistro wines.” These are wines that are not overwhelming and never ranked in

the list of the world’s most prestigious wines. But they are really good wines that have plenty of character to them, and they have that ever desirable attribute, they’re not ex-pensive. These guys are constantly on my to-do list. To-do in terms of tasting and enjoying them. They come in all the wine food groups — white, rosé and red. But it’s red wines that I want to focus on today.

At our house the warmer months of the year are great for dining out on our patio and taking in the beauty of a sunset on the lake. And that generally calls for lighter fare — some-thing like a grilled chicken or maybe some grilled fish. If it’s a luncheon that we’re nibbling on, maybe it’s a selection of dif-ferent cold cuts and some fresh, crusty bread. The challenge, of course, is to come up with a wine that fits this kind of food. The answer, bistro wine and, in my view, you just can’t go wrong if you choose one of the red wines from France’s Loire

They might be light and crisp, but Chinons are serious wines. They have a deep, dark color — almost purple sometimes. They are beautifully earthy and barnyardy with a combination of dark fruits.

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The Loire Valley as a whole is a long wine region that sits on the banks of the country’s lon-gest river, the Loire. The region stretches from the Atlantic coast to well inland. It produces a wide variety of wines. The ones that fit our warm weather dining needs are from an area in the middle of the region, near the town of Tours. It’s from the town that the region gets its name, Touraine.

This part of the Loire Valley is justifiably proud of its storybook châteaux with their tur-rets, moats and drawbridges. The châteaux are certainly gorgeous, but Touraine’s wines should take equal billing. The Loire Valley is about as far north as you can get and still get grapes to ripen. Chilly conditions produce the light, and crisp red wines are perfect for all this al fresco dining activity.

There are several choices. You could sip on a wine that simply has the Touraine designation on its label, but your best bet is to go for wines from two areas within Touraine. They are Chi-non and Bourgueil. Many years ago these wines

were as sought after as some of the best wines from Bordeaux; and priced accordingly. That’s no longer the case. So now, these wines really are bargains — tasty and relatively inexpensive.

ChinonChinon (‘she-non’) is on the south bank

of the Loire River — the left bank. There is a distinct “terroir” here that determines the wines’ style. Chinon’s highly regarded soil is called ‘tuffeau.’ These are limestone slopes and hills.

Limestone is something that gives a definitive character to wines. It’s the same type of soil that produces the stunning, silky elegance in the wines of Burgundy.

In Burgundy, Pinot Noir is the grape that reaps the benefit of limestone soil. In Chinon it’s Cabernet Franc — although you won’t see the name of the grape on any labels. In France most wines are defined by where they’re from, not


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Both of these wines, Chinon and Bourgueil, are deep, excellent wines. They are tailor-made for warm weather. Chinon is pretty easy to find, although you might have to dig a little deeper to score a Bourgueil. A really neat thing to do would be to try each wine side by side to see what the different characteristics are. Try them

with some lighter dishes and see how they can create a summer banquet. Exploring wines is fun. Discovering a new one that you like can be life altering, so go on the hunt for some bistro wine. Enjoy. LNC

what’s in them. Cabernet Franc has to be one of the world’s

most under-appreciated grapes. It’s best known as a blending grape in Bordeaux, a bit player to Cabernet Sauvignon. But when it plays a major role it can shine, and Chinon is certainly proof. Most Chinon wines are 100 percent Cabernet Franc, but sometimes a little Cabernet Sauvi-gnon is added.

They might be light and crisp, but Chinons are serious wines. They have a deep, dark color — almost purple sometimes. They are beauti-fully earthy and barnyardy with a combination of dark fruits. Along with the fruit is a distinct green vegetable aspect. Amazing complexity; they’ve been described as tasting like a farmers market — what a great description. For hot weather sipping this is like having your cake and eating it, too. You have a light-bodied wine, but you don’t have to compromise when it comes to depth and complexity.

BourgueilHop over the river to the north side and you

land in Bourgueil (bore-goy). These wines are less well known on this side of the Atlantic than Chinon. I always feel that may be because their name is more difficult to pronounce. One of my general rules is that wines with difficult names get ordered less frequently — who wants the embarrassment of being corrected by a som-melier or wine merchant?

Easily pronounceable wines tend to get ordered more; so there is more market demand for them. Basic economics says that the tongue twisters probably give better value for money than one whose name slips easily off the tongue. Tongue twisters are wines to seek out.

Bourgueil wines are not too different from Chinon. They tend to be more intense — not too surprising as they’re from the north side of the river where the slopes get better expo-sure to the sun. In a blind tasting it’s tough to distinguish a Bourgueil from a Chinon. You might find that a Bourgueil is a little bit rustic. Comparatively, it has a little less smoothness than Chinon. Bourgeuil wines also have a floral and fruity bouquet, which becomes earthy as the wine ages. These wines are 100 percent

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It wasn’t long ago that fastpitch softball was simply a seasonal recreational sport for girls and young ladies around Lake

Norman. While adult men and women enjoyed ample opportunity to play the sport’s slow-pitch equivalent nearly year round, the options for youth were limited. The excitement that thrived at playing fields during the spring and summer seasons grew silent when youthful players returned to school and traded their gloves and bats in for book bags and homework assignments.

But if the turnout of nearly 200 players at a recent Carolina Comets fall tournament team tryout is any indication, the sport of fastpitch softball is enjoying a tremendous rise in popularity among girls and young ladies between the ages of 8 and 18. And

while the competition for roster spots is fierce at every age level, the life lessons these future superstars learn extend far beyond the softball diamond. There’s more to softball than hits and runs.

More than a game“If you turned the clock back even 10

years, you’d be hard pressed to find thriv-ing fastpitch softball around Lake Nor-man,” begins Roger McGuffey, director of the Mooresville-based Carolina Comets, an organization founded to offer girls an opportunity to play softball at the highest levels and improve their chances of playing in college. “What we are now seeing with softball is once you walk out on the field with the other girls and get filthy dirty and sweat

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The sport of fastpitch softball is enjoying a tremendous rise in popularity among girls and young ladies between the ages of 8 and 18.

Nearly 200 players showed up at a recent Carolina Comets fall tournament team tryout. This Mooresville-based organization was founded to offer girls an opportunity to play softball at the highest levels and improve their chances of playing in college.

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together, you say ‘this is me’ and start to form the unique bonds that only softball players share. You pick up a bat or a ball and take the field with your teammates, and you become a changed person. Because girls are now specializing in one sport at a younger age, we are seeing it all year now, too.”

Kasey Moffett and Gabby Moyer, both players on the Comets U-14 Black and Purple teams, share dreams of playing at a higher level and see the sport as a great way to learn about competition. They value the chance to learn from the older girls in the organization.

“Ever since I started softball, I’ve made some great friends and that’s important to me,” says Moffet. “We all get along so well and have a lot of fun. But when it gets to those situations like when you are the last to bat and need a hit or have to make a play, I feel the competition side of the game, and it helps me to know the girls will be there for me no matter what happens.”

“As a pitcher, I have to block everything else out,” adds Moyer. “The older girls have

taught me how to handle tough situations, and they are always so helpful to me.”

Preparing athletes for college not only as players but also as confident student athletes is a primary goal of the organization. Two players who have college softball on their radar are Kayla McGuffey and Kelsey Clark. Both members of the Comets Gold team, the duo enjoys the fall tournament season for

the opportunity to travel and spend time together not only on the

field but also as tourists in the cities they visit.

“Going on vacation with family is one thing, but

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play games and compete together is something else that’s very different,” explains McGuffey. “Waking up on the weekends and knowing you get to spend it all together with your friends doing something you love is the best.”

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Good thingsThe increasing popularity of fastpitch

softball has given rise to a new professional team that calls Charlotte home. The Carolina Diamonds National Professional Fastpitch (NPF) softball team recently completed their inaugural season thanks, in part, to the front office work of team director, Alan Demaske. He believes the popularity of the game will continue to rise as more and more young players and families become exposed to it.

“In the last few years, the game has

become more popular not only because we are being exposed to softball at its highest level on television and in our communities, but also because women are discovering that softball is a game ideally suited to them,” Demaske says. “Our softball players are every bit as good an athlete as the professionals who fill the sports pages of the newspapers.

What I also think is incredible is that these ladies are also tremendously

intelligent, caring and interested in growing the game and go above and beyond athletes in other sports by giving back their time

and talents to the community.”As for the future potential of

fastpitch softball, Demaske sees good things. “When you have that kind of energy in a sport,” he says. “I believe only good things can happen.” LNC

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When Skip Notte and Shelley Suter Notte left for vacation last summer, they didn’t know that they would

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The Nottes, who had relocated from Vir-ginia, had only lived in their 5,098-square-foot Cornelius home for six months.

The couple later learned that a water line in

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“We had to strip it down to the studs, so it was almost like building a house” recalls Skip.

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Revamping the kitchen and dining room was a high priority. “It was really dark back here [kitchen area], and we don’t have a lot of windows, so we wanted to keep it as light as possible,” says Shelley. “ I wanted that warm, casual, eclectic feel.”

By replacing the eucalyptus wood floors with less expensive red oak featuring a dark stain, the Nottes were able to install all new lighting fixtures.

The original kitchen featured bolder wall colors and eggplant-colored cabinets that darkened the living space. Interior designer Erin Gordon of Erin Gordon Interiors helped the Nottes select neutral wall colors and white cabinets to make the area more inviting and bright. Adding a marble black and white tile backsplash, a stainless steel range cover, and upgrading to granite coun-tertops created a sleek, modern kitchen.

Family and friends are the heartbeat of the Notte family, so they focused on making a functional space for entertaining. In the dining room, they added white built-ins for storage and a counter for stowing food and drinks for parties. The glass subway tile backsplash finishes off the dining room, giv-ing it a sharp, contemporary flair.

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a two-foot entryway and pushed the wall back. This increased the master bedroom size. The master bath is proof that some-times less is more. It still has a large walk-in shower, but an added door and neutral tiles create a crisp, calming atmosphere. “We kept it simple and stayed with white and light greens to give it a spa-like feel,” ex-plains Shelley.

A closet system was installed to the walk-in closet off the bathroom, so every nook and cranny is utilized.

Family organizationNew features were implemented into

the renovation to aid the family of five in organization. In the spacious family room, a wall was added to create two spaces. The wall in the smaller room, a playroom, in-cludes built-ins to house toys and games. The wall on the family room side allowed them to hang their flat-screen television.

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“It’s a transitional home now,” says Skip. “The space will consistently support where we are as a family as our children grow.” LNC

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Fall conjures up all sorts of images — turning leaves, yellow school buses, football games and of course, chili. With

that in mind you don’t want to miss The Fourth Annual Great Chili Cook-Off on September 29 in Mooresville. Hosted by The Rotary Clubs of Mooresville, Mooresville Lake Norman, Top of the Lake and Troutman, this event is sure to spice up your September.

Last year 30 cookers presented their chili concoctions for more than 4,000 folks to try. Chili types such as Cajun, Kansas City and Texas were in the mix with many more. Restaurants compete in a different competition, and there’s even a contest between the local fire departments for the Five Alarm Chili Award.

“We give out a really good-sized trophy that stands about three feet tall for the Five Alarm Chili Award,” says Linda DiTrolio, co-chairperson of The Great Chili Cook-Off Steering Committee and president of The Rotary Club of Troutman. “We have so many sponsors this year for this event that we’ll

be able to give everything we make to our charities [Friends of the Animals, Health Reach and SCAN].”

The Great Chili Cook-Off began four years ago when local Rotary clubs wanted to create a fun event to raise money for Health Reach. “We wanted to do something more entertaining than just have a dinner,” explains DiTrolio.

Last year the clubs cleared $12,600 for charity. With major sponsors such as Budweiser, MI-Connection and Trinity Healthcare combined with an expected attendance of 6,000, the clubs plan to clear more than that this year.

In addition to chili, there will be performances by Darrell Hardwood and the CWB, a Kids Zone and a corn hole tournament.

“It’s a family event. It covers all demographics,” says DiTrolio. “There’s so much going on all the time. It’s just nice, good and clean fun.” LNC

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The ScoopThe Fourth Annual Chili Cook-Off takes place on September 29 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Mooresville Town Square (intersection of Brawley School and Williamson Roads). $10, kids under 9 are free. For more information, visit www.thegreatchilicookoff.com.

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CONCERTS Mingling on the Greens (September 1-3) Enjoy live music along with the warm weather outside in Huntersville. John T Woodall Band, (September 1), The Invaders (September 2), Gruve Therapy (September 3). Fri-Sat 7-9 p.m., Sun 4-6 p.m. Free. Birkdale Village, Huntersville, www.birkdalevillage.net.

Town of Davidson’s Concerts on the Green (September 2, 16) This is a warm weather tradition around these parts. Sunday Union Band (September 2), The Davidson College Symphony and Jazz Ensemble (September16). Bring a picnic and enjoy the music. 6-8 p.m. Free. Davidson Town Green, www.concert-sonthegreen.com.

After Five Concert at Piedmont Health Care (September 7) The beach, boogie, blues and R&B sounds of Too Much Sylvia perform in Statesville, live and outdoors. Refreshments available for purchase. Bring your own chair. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. W. Broad Street, Statesville, www.iredellarts.org/calendar.html.

Music on Main (September 7) Coastline Band will be playing outdoor music in downtown Moores-ville as part of the Music on Main series. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Town Hall Green, Downtown Mooresville, www.ci.mooresville.nc.us/portal/.

Live in the 115 (September 14) The Mooresville Downtown Commission hosts complimentary concerts every month through October. Entertainer to be an-nounced. Families are encouraged to come shop and dine downtown and make an evening of it. No alcohol or coolers are allowed. 5-9:30 p.m. Free. John Franklin Moore Park, www.downtownmooresville.com.

Alexander Community Concert Series (Sep-tember 16) Viva Klezmer performs “Jewish jazz” with peerless technique, irresistible verve and unabashed joy. Reception with refreshments follows the concert. 3 p.m. Adults $15, seniors and students $10, children under 12 free. The Episcopal Church of St. Peter By-the-Lake, 8433 Fairfield Forest Road, Denver, 704.489.6249.

Cornelius Concert Series (September 16) Lakeside Drive is a new group of six talented veteran musicians performing a varied repertoire of beach mu-sic, rock classics, boogie tunes, country and jazz. Bring your dancing shoes. 7 p.m. Freewill offering. Mt. Zion United Methodist Church’s Family Life Center, Cornelius, www.mtzionumc.net.

Music at St. Alban’s (September 16) BachFest VII featuring Ensemble Vermillian kicks off the ninth season of this concert series. 3 p.m. $15, students and seniors (65+) $10, children under 12 free. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, Davidson, www.musicatstalbans.net.

Tom Burge (September 20) A trombonist with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra and announcer for WDAV, Tom Burge performs a solo recital highlighting masterpieces of trombone repertoire. 7:30 p.m. Free. Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center, Davidson Col-lege, www.davidson.edu.

Iredell Concert Association (September 22) An alto with a lush and sensual smoky voice, Jaimee Paul has a strong penchant for jazz and has toured with performers such as Lyle Lovett and Wynona Judd. 7:30 p.m. Individual season tickets $55, $20 students. Mac Gray Auditorium, Statesville, www.iredellconcerts.com.

Daniel Bernard Roumain and Laurelyn Dossett (September 29) Haitian American musi-cian Daniel Bernard Roumain and singer/song writer Laurelyn Dossett present Connecting Crossroads in North Carolina, their groundbreaking, two-year investigation of musical stories from across the state. The program features their new compositions, and collaborative works generated with the Davidson Col-lege Department of Music and student performers. A special Davidson College Friends of the Arts event will follow the performance. 8 p.m. Price TBA. Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center, www.davidson.edu.

EVENTSAndrew Lovedale 5K (September 1) Run to benefit Access to Success, an organization that benefits underprivileged youths in Nigeria. The race uses David-son College cross country trails. 9 a.m. start time. $30 for adults, $25 for students. For more information, email [email protected].

Revolutionary War Reenactment (Sep-tember 1-2) See how Charlotteans defended their independence when Cornwallis came through the area in 1780. On Saturday, reenactors will fight the Battle of Charlotte, which originally occurred at the corner of Trade and Tryon Streets. Sunday will feature the Battle of McIntyre Farm, which took place only a few miles from Latta, off Beatties Ford Road. Main battles at 1 p.m. Visitors can see the soldier camps and enjoy numerous demonstrations. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. $7 per person, ages 5 and under and members are free. Historic Latta Planta-tion, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, www.lattaplanta-tion.org.

Charlotte Antique and Classic Boat Show (September 8) Come see some of the most beauti-ful boats around at this Lake Norman tradition. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Queen’s Landing, Mooresville, www.queenslanding.com.

Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze (September 7 opening, weekends through November 4) One of the largest in the southeast, the giant seven acre corn maze features over two miles of interconnect-ing paths. Visitors can also explore Rural Hill’s 265 acres and historic site, take a hayride around the farm, play a round of corn hole, play in mini-mazes, picnic or hike the trails. Times vary. $10, ages 5-12 $7, children 4 and under are free of charge. Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, www.ruralhill.net.

Festival for Hope & Housing (September 8) The Davidson Housing Coalition invites bicyclists and the general public to participate in its 8th annual festival. The title sponsor for the event is Carolinas Healthcare System. Bicycle rides will include 100K and 50K routes through Cabarrus, Iredell, Mecklenburg and Rowan counties. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot of Davidson United Methodist Church. The 100K begins at 8:30 a.m., with the 50K departing soon thereafter. Both routes will conclude with food, live music and fun at Davidson’s Town Green. Proceeds will benefit DHC’s affordable housing and home mainte-nance efforts. www.davidsonhousing.org .

4th Annual Know Your Farms Tour (Septem-ber 15-16) The tour is a great opportunity for friends and families to connect with our thriving agricultural community, providing the opportunity to discover

sources for fresh, healthy food in the greater Charlotte community. Many farms will be offering fun activities unique to the tour, such as hayrides, petting zoos, and cooking demonstrations. Features more than 40 local farms. 1 to 6 p.m. $25 in advance per vehicle, entrance tickets $30. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Run for Green 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon (September 15) Lead by The Davidson Lands Conservancy and produced by Start 2 Finish Charlotte. Prizes awarded to winners in a variety of categories. Green Day will also feature local entertainment, envi-ronmental activities for kids and a multitude of “green’ exhibitors. Starting at 7:30 a.m. Davidson Village Green, www.runforgreendavidson.com.

Green Day Festival and Run for Green (Sep-tember 15) Support the planet and local businesses with the Davidson Lands Conservatory. Exhibitors will be set up to inspire, educate, and engage visitors of all ages on “green” topics. The goal of the event is to showcase companies, products and organizations that model sustainable practices and promote environmen-tal awareness. 8 a.m.-noon, Davidson Village Green, www.runforgreendavidson.com.

4th Annual Great Chili Cook-Off (September 29) Come to the Mooresville Town Square to taste the area’s best chili. Admission also includes entertainment and the Kids Zone. 4-8 p.m. $10 per ticket. Mooresville town Square (corner of Brawley School and Williamson Roads), www.thegreatchilicookoff.com.

Living History Saturday — WWII (Septem-ber 29) In addition to touring the circa 1800 Latta home, grounds, outbuildings and animals, experience the allied troops preparations for the 1943 invasion of France. There will be interactive displays, briefings and demos describing navigation using a compass, knowing your enemy, simulated rifle/grenade ranges, bayonet training, basic patrolling and much more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with regular site admission. Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, www.lattaplantation.org.

GALLERIESCornelius Arts Center Various exhibitions. Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri-Sat 9 a.m.-Noon. 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, www.cornelius.org/.

“Cotton” Ketchie’s Landmark Galleries Various exhibitions. The work of watercolorist ‘Cotton’ Ketchie. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 212 North Main Street, Moores-ville, 704.664.4122, www.landmark-galleries.com.

Davidson Studio Art Faculty Exhibition (Through October) Works by Professor of Painting Hagit Barkai, visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art Tyler Starr and visiting Assistant Professor of Art Darren Douglas Floyd will be on view in the William H. Van Every, Jr. Gallery of the Katherine and Tom Belk Visual Arts Center, Davidson College. www.davidson.edu.

Depot Art Gallery Various exhibitions. The Moores-ville Artist Guild hosts an artist reception the second Friday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. 103 W. Center Avenue, Mooresville, www.magart.org.

Foster’s Frame and Art Gallery Various exhibi-tions. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10a.m.-4p.m. 403 N. Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, 704.948.1750.

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Calendar | Four Corners Framing and Gallery Various exhibitions. Tue-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 112 S. Main Street, Mooresville, 704.662.7154, wwwfcfgfram-ing.com.

Lake Country Gallery Various exhibitions. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exit 36 – Mooresville, between Belk and Kohl’s, 704.664.5022, www.lakecoun-trygallery.net.

Merrill-Jennings Galleries Various exhibitions. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 463 S. Main Street, Davidson, 704.895.1213, www.merrilljennings.com.

Mooresville Artist Guild Various exhibitions. 103 West Center Avenue, Mooresville, www.magart.org.

Sanctuary of Davidson Various exhibitions. 108 S. Main Street, Davidson, www.sanctuaryofdavidson.com.

Tropical Connections Various exhibitions. Tue- Fri 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appoint-ment. 230 N. Main Street, Mooresville. 704.664.0236.

MONTHLY EVENTSCarolina Raptor Center Live bird presentations, flight shows, behind-the-scenes tours and more take place at Carolina Raptor Center throughout the month. Visit carolinaraptorcenter.org for more details.

The Artisan Market Craft Crawl (First Satur-day) Formerly known as the Mooresville Craft Crawl, this market features baked goods, clothing, embroidery, jewelry, paintings, pottery, quilts and woodcarvings with an edge. 4-9 p.m. Free. Mooresville Town Square across from Lowe’s Foods. https://www.facebook.com/

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Blue Planet Water Environmental Center Tour (First Tuesday, Third Thursday) Learn about water and wastewater through a hands-on tour. Fun for all ages. Tours are available the first Tuesday and the third Thursday of the month on a first-come, first-served basis. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Admission TBA. Call 704.621.0854 or e-mail [email protected] to schedule a tour.

Davidson Farmer’s Market (Every Saturday) Farmers sell a bounty of seasonal vegetables; pasteur-ized meats and cheeses; and freshly baked breads, cakes and pies. 8 a.m.-noon. Free. Next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson streets in downtown Davidson, www.davidsonfarmesmarket.org.

The Huntersville Market (Every Saturday) Sponsored by The Town of Huntersville Parks and Recreation Department, The Huntersville Market offers citizens wonderful local fresh produce, delicious baked goods, jewelry and charming crafts. Free. 7 a.m.-noon. 103 Maxwell Avenue, Huntersville, www.huntersville.org.

Open Air Market at the Crossing (Every Saturday) Buy local flowers/plants, jam/honey, soap, candles, baked goods, handmade crafts and more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 9525 Birkdale Crossing Drive, Huntersville.

MOVIESMovies in the Park (September 7) Come out to North Mecklenburg Park to see Kung Fu Panda 2. Free, fun event for the whole family, at 16131 Old Statesville

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Movies on Main (September 22) Enjoy a viewing of The Hunger Games at the Charles Mack Citizen Cen-ter. 7 p.m. Free. Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 North Main Street, Mooresville, www.ci.mooresville.nc.us.

SPORTSDavidson College Football Support the Davidson Wildcats at home as the 2012 season begins. George-town (September 1, 6 p.m.), Presbyterian (September 29, 6 p.m.). www.davidsonwildcats.com/

TEENS Rock Band Friday (Fridays) Learn how to play Rock Band after school. 3:30-6 p.m. Free. Ben & Jerry’s, 202 South Main Street, Davidson.

THEATREThe Smell of The Kill (September 20-October 9) Take three deliciously malicious wives with three unloving husbands and throw in a blender. That’s the recipe of Michele Lowe’s tantalizing comedy that had Broadway audiences cheering. The Smell of the Kill re-volves around Nicky, Debra and Molly whose marriages are on the brink of disaster. When the men mistakenly lock themselves in a basement meat locker, the women are faced with a life-or-death decision: Should they freeze them or let them thaw? Time and price TBA. Warehouse Performing Arts Center, 9216-A Westmore-land Road, Cornelius, www.warehousepac.com.

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My junior English teacher shared a quote with our class in high school that I never forgot — “I write to find

out what I’m thinking about.” Turns out that quote or something close to it is from writer Joan Didion. Regardless of who said it, it really hits the mark because that’s what I love about writing. And that’s especially what I love about writing the editor’s note (At the Helm) every month.

Occasionally someone tells me how much he or she enjoys my column (and no, they aren’t all my friends and relatives, although most of them are). Some even go so far as to say that what I wrote resonated with something going on in their lives. That makes me feel good because nothing makes this writer happier than writing something that touches someone, even in the smallest of ways. It brings us closer together, if only for a moment.

A couple of years ago I wrote an editor’s note about our magazine’s blog. Apparently that didn’t resonate with anyone because no one ever responded. Not one to ever give up on something that I think is important, I’m going to try it again. So here we go. This month CURRENTS Magazine is re-launching its blog.

I plan/promise to write on it at least three times a week about things going on in the Lake Norman area, things that I’m doing or thinking about, and anything else that comes up. Rest assured that you won’t find anything controversial on our blog, as that is so not our game. My guess is that the most heated discussions will center around where to find the best fried green tomatoes (Mooresville’s Blu Star Grill gets my vote) or hush puppies (that’s still undecided). Or why the traffic light at Bethel Church Road and Catawba Avenue in Cornelius seems to take forever these days.

The point is we want to connect with you more than once a month, and our blog will allow us to do that. We’d love to know what you think about CURRENTS, Lake Norman and everything else in between.

With that in mind, go to www.lncurrents.com and click on the Our Blog tab. See how easy that was? Now let us hear from you because I really don’t want to write another article about this. Chat with you soon, and as always, thanks for reading CURRENTS. LNC

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Men are having more plastic surgery than ever before, with rhino-plasty, eyelid surgery and liposuction rounding out the 3 most pop-ular plastic surgery procedures among men, according to theAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons. Local Lake Norman area plas-tic surgeon Bill Kortesis, MD, reports his practice is seeing more malepatients and answers some of the 5 most common questions frommen considering plastic surgery.

What is the most common procedure men ask for at yourpractice in North Carolina?Liposuction is probably the surgery I do most often in men. Sculpt-ing the abdomen, bringing out the six-pack muscles and getting ridof love handles are the most popular, but I have been seeing moremen for all types of plastic surgery, including implants to the chestmuscles, calves, buttocks, and lotsof facial surgery like rhinoplasty andface lifting.

What options are there to cor-rect abnormally shaped breastsin men?Breast enlargement in men is calledgynecomastia, and it can be due toexcess skin, gland or both. Treat-ment in my practice ranges fromlaser liposuction to melt away theextra tissues to direct removal ofgland through small incisions. Everycase is different, but the results areusually very gratifying for patients.

What do you recommend formen wanting to look younger?That is an individual question, but generally, a good skin care regi-men, and maybe some injectables like Botox or fillers for smallwrinkles is a good start. For those with more advanced signs ofaging, a laser resurfacing procedure or a facelift may be necessaryto get an optimal result.

Where do you see plastic surgery for men in 5 years?I think minimally invasive procedures are going to be even morepopular in men. I have been seeing lots more men coming in to theoffice for skin care and non-invasive fat reduction. I only see thattrend getting stronger in the future.

How can I find a good plastic surgeon that treats males?All plastic surgeons are trained in operating on males. The thingto remember is make sure your plastic surgeon is certified by theAmerican Board of Plastic Surgery, the facility is accredited and don’tbe afraid to ask lots of questions. If you aren’t 100% comfortablewith your surgeon, there’s no harm in seeking a second opinion.

Dr. Kortesis is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery andis a partner at the Hunstad-Kortesis Center for Cosmetic Surgery inHuntersville, NC. To learn more about Dr. Kortesis and his services,please visit HunstadKortesisCenter.com or call (704)875-9408.

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