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MAY 20 - June 2 VOLUME 5

The Death of a Servant Leader: Brother Cooper

Lee Dean

On Wednesday, May 11th the Rescue Mission Soup Kitchen held a Memorial Service to mourn the passing and commemorate the life of Brother Cooper Lee Dean. His good and Godly nature, his quiet, easy, steadfastness were all remembered, but most of all his example of servant leadership to a calling moved those gathered in his honor. Sister Erlene Douglas recalled him as her “Godson” because in life he was as the son God gifted to her: respectful, loyal, loving and obedient unto death. Cooper Lee Dean is already dearly missed, but for those gathered this past Wednesday afternoon, how wonderful and well-deserved came the acknowledgements of within whose everlasting arms Brother Cooper now rests.

- Benjamin G

Farmer’s Daughter Vineyards Opens Tasting Room on Broad

Farmer’s Daughter Vineyards’ {FDV} tasting room is now open at 106 Broad Street. With its welcoming comfort, stylish ambience and laid-back environment, FDV is the kind of place where you can bring your whole family but still feel like you’re having a date night.

Owners Reneé and Clayton Moss put a lot of love into what they do on their third-generation family farm, and they want to share it with all of Thomasville. On their nearly 9-acre vineyard in Pelham, they grow three varieties of French-American hybrid wine grapes {NOT muscadine}, and handcraft their wines from start to finish. The tasting room features three white wines and one red.

“When we moved to SWGA, we chose Thomasville for our home for all the reasons you can imagine. It was love at first sight! And it’s funny how things come full circle. I’ve always felt good in our building. I loved it when it was SGD, and we’ve always admired that business,” said Reneé.

Reneé and Clayton resided in Atlanta when Clayton’s father approached them about his retirement from the farm, and Clayton possibly taking over. Reneé said that Clayton put a lot of thought into moving back to SWGA. They agreed that it would be a better place to raise children.

“The culture and food and people are great [in Atlanta], but we wanted to be surrounded by cousins and grandparents and aunts and uncles. And now we are,” said Reneé. “Our team is our family. And it was really important that we find some key locals to work at FDV who can convey the passion we have for what we do and for our town and family,” she said.

FDV is named after the Moss’ daughter, and the wines are each named after a different facet of her personality. The white wines {from

sweet to dry} are called Hellraiser, Troublemaker and Bombshell. The red wine is called Knockout. You can try all four of them at the tasting room for $7. Individual glasses range from $6-8 and individual bottles range from $16-22. They also have cheese plates and chocolate tastings available.

I am naturally very inquisitive and obviously a very big fan of wine, so I dropped by to take in the atmosphere and taste some wines. {Of course I tasted the wines. Would you expect anything less?} One thing you'll notice upon entering FDV is how the space is completely transformed. It may be the same space that housed both SGD cheese shop and Gin Creek, but it has a brand new, open look. I tried the $7 wine sampling and really enjoyed the Bombshell and the red, Knockout.

“One of the great things about a progressive small town is that you can see the impact of your actions. It’s the best feeling to know that everything we do and create and touch has a chance of helping shape our town. We’re pretty emotional about it,” said Reneé.

FDV’s tasting room is open M-W from 1-6p, Th 1-7p, and F-Sa 1-8p. Come by, bring the kids, and check out the Kid Zone which includes a flat-screen TV with AppleTV and access to the Moss’s kids’ whole library. Reneé describes the area as “kid heaven.”

“We wanted a place where families could come in and check out the wine without feeling like the kids are either a worry or a disturbance to others. We love kids!” said Reneé.

For more information, check out their Facebook page or visit them online at http://farmersdaughtervineyards.com/.

- Denise P.

A Covey Film Fest {Super} Sneak Peek

Grab your calendars and get ready to check out this year’s Covey Film Festival lineup, featuring several fresh-from-Sundance flicks and Thomasville tie-ins galore.

The festival will run October 19 to 31 and the annual gala is set for the 21. Additional film selections are still in the works, but we’ve got the inside scoop on what will definitely be on the docket.

A Millionaire’s Unit, a documentary PBS won’t air until the end of 2017, is the story of a group of Yale Juniors who left school to join up during the First World War and who eventually founded the Naval Air Corps. The group was comprised of young men from Cleveland or the Northeast but who were members of families that had, and still have, hunting plantations in and around the ‘Ville. These families have been extremely generous to our area and started the Georgia-Florida Field Trials, among other things.

Other for-sure films this year include Zarafa; Mustang; The Fundamentals of Caring, with Paul Rudd + Thomasville-raised Megan Ferguson; and The Girl in the Book, written and directed by Marya Cohn, a cousin of the ‘Ville’s own Julia Singletary.

Covey organizers have exciting plans for the rest of the festival, thanks to underwriting support, including additional film screenings, their yearly gala, a high school film competition and a selection of guest speakers + professionals from the film industry.

Covey is the signature fundraiser for the Thomasville Community Resource Center, a nonprofit that provides direct support to underprivileged children and families in Thomasville. To learn more about all things Covey or about TCRC, visit coveyfilmfestival.com.

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The stylish houseI used to be such the flower snob.

It was easier then, though, to have fresh cut flowers regularly. There was an abundance of flowers growing all over Savannah. Camellias, azaleas, hydrangeas. In the yard, in the lane, even the side of the road. I was privileged, when I lived a different sort of life in Durham, to have a cutting garden and a helper.

So, fresh cut flowers or greenery all the time. Divine!

But, who has the time for that these days? Not me, certainly. I was taught a floral lesson some years ago I will share with you. Do Not Be Afraid of Silks.

Silk flowers have come a long way, baby. Gone are the days of the fakey, color-never-found-in-nature look. More appropriate for a cemetery than a drawing room. Today’s silks are good. Really good.

Done correctly and with some common sense, you can have a fresh flower or greenery look any time. Here are some Do’s and Don’ts I have found helpful over the years.

I Do stick with simple, regional choices that could have come from your own garden.

I Do change them out seasonally. Daisy’s don’t go with Christmas.

I Do invest in quality. Cheap is cheap and looks it.

I Do Not feel restricted by the body of the floral. Cut and shape it to your taste or vase size.

I Do Not choose something so exotic it lends itself to looking silly or contrived.

I Do Not be afraid to mix blossoms with greenery. Just like fresh cuttings.

For cleaning, try putting them in the dishwasher, weighted down, and run a rinse cycle. Keeps them fresh looking and dust free.

Everyone appreciates the look of fresh flowers but not everyone has the time or the access. I hope these hacks help you fill the house with stylish arrangements.

- John David Bray, Jr. is an award-winning columnist and Project Manager/Designer at Landford Thompson Interiors.

He sees clients in Thomasville by appointment. www.landfordthompsoninteriors.com

Farm to Table Farm to Table: Delight! Banana Pudding

The best part of banana pudding are the cookies hidden inside, and I won’t hear any arguments to the contrary. You may wonder why you should go to the trouble of making your own vanilla wafer cookies, but try this simple recipe once and I think you’ll be convinced.

Banana PuddingF 5 bananasF 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juiceF 1 ounce banana liqueur {optional}F 5 cups milkF 1 1/2 cups sugarF 8 egg yolks, beatenF 1/2 cup cornstarchF 2 tablespoons butterF 1 teaspoon vanilla extractF vanillaBreak up three of the bananas into a food processor or blender. Add lemon juice and banana liqueur, if using. Set aside. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, stir together milk, sugar, and egg yolks. Place cornstarch in a small mixing bowl. When milk mixture comes to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low and place about 1/2 cup of the hot mixture in the bowl with the cornstarch. Stir until a thin, very smooth slurry is formed, adding additional liquid if needed. Drizzle into the saucepan and stir as mixture thickens. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to bubble. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla. When lukewarm, stir in banana purée. In a 13-by-9-inch glass or ceramic dish, layer pudding with about two dozen of the vanilla cookies and the remaining banana, sliced. Chill, then enjoy.

Vanilla CookiesF 1 cup butterF 2/3 cup sugarF 1 egg, beatenF 2 tablespoons vanilla bean paste {or 1 1/2

tablespoons vanilla extract and seeds scraped from 2 vanilla pods}

F 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flourCream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Sift in flour and stir just until combined. Using floured hands, shape into two logs, wrap in wax paper or parchment, and refrigerate until chilled through {at least six hours}. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F. Remove cookie dough from refrigerator and slice into even rounds {a quarter inch or so thick}. Place on a parchment or silicon mat-lined cookie sheet and bake 15-18 minutes or until golden brown at the edges. Yields 3-5 dozen depending on thickness and mysterious losses during dough stage.

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Work at the LP House!

The Thomas County Historical Society seeks a qualified candidate to conduct tours and assist in programming at the 1885 Victorian Lapham-Patterson House, located here in the 'Ville.

The job requires hands-on experience assisting in the interpretation of the house as well as the development, facilitation and evaluation of public programs for children, families and adults. Duties include conducting guided tours of the House on Fridays from 1p to 5p and Saturdays from 10a to 5p. There may also be occasion to assist Museum staff in planning and conducting programs for families at the Lapham-Patterson House and the Museum of History.

The ideal candidate should be should be comfortable speaking to the public; they will need to be flexible, mature, reliable, creative and a team player as the Lapham-Patterson House develops new programming for the community. They are required to have experience in giving tours. Working with volunteers and/or children is preferred and an interest in museum education and local history is helpful.

To apply, please email a single PDF document with cover letter and resume to Anne McCudden, Executive Director, Thomas County Historical Society, at anne@thomascountyhistory.org. No phone calls please.

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On Friday, June 3, Townie staffers will attend the Georgia Press

Association's yearly Better Newspaper Contest awards

banquet. We are beyond proud to announce that for the second

time in three years, we've placed in the special editions category for Our 2015 Due South special edition (Place TBA). Our dear Davey Bray has has also won

for Best Lifestyle Column, for "The Stylish House." We're proud

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This month marks three years since I took over operations of The Bookshelf, and what a three years it’s been! I can’t even put into words how much fun I’ve had living my dream, how much I’ve learned about community and business and books in the past three years.One of the many lessons I’ve learned about living in Thomasville is summer is s-l-o-w. And you know what? I actually love it. For

the first time in my life, I look forward to the summer heat, because it means longer, lazier days. Of course, “lazy” is slightly up for debate, because slower days often mean harder work. This particular summer, we’ve got book signings and kids’ events galore, all in the hopes slower days for you will mean busier days for The Bookshelf.Here’s what’s on tap as we launch into summer:

June 3, 5 to 8p | First Friday with Miss Kitty. The Bookshelf will be open late for Downtown Thomasville’s First Friday concert series, and our shop will host a visiting cat from Miss Kitty’s Feline Sanctuary. Why? Well, a} staffer Chris has this thing for cats; b} even dog lovers like me know cats love books; and c} Grassroots is presenting 101 Cats in Bowties, a photography exhibit by local photographer Lindsi Jones. The whole thing is going to be as adorable as it sounds; we’ll even be continuing the celebration into Saturday, with a cat-themed story time, so bring the kiddos by Saturday at 11, too!

June 4, 2p | Book signing with YA author Lynne Matson. Lynne was one of our favorite visiting authors a year or so ago, and now her new book, Nil on Fire, is set to release. Guess where she wanted to host a signing during launch week? The Bookshelf, of course! Lynne’s books are a hit with teen readers; they’re suspenseful and fun {reminiscent of the TV show Lost}, and the trilogy is wrapping with this last installment. Come meet Lynne and snag all three of her books; they’d make for perfect summer reading, even for reluctant readers.

June 11, 11a | Story time with Becca Engelbrecht. Bring the little ones for a special story time with guest author Becca Engelbrecht. Becca is a teacher in Tallahassee, and she’s written a sweet new book about children and their grandparents, Birthday Grandpa and Me. I love story times like this one, because kids get to meet “real” writers and hear the behind-the-scenes stories about the books they love so much. So fun!

June 17, 6p | Shelf Talk and Signing with Russ Franklin. FSU professor and author Russ Franklin will host his first local book signing at The Bookshelf {after launching his tour out in California with National Book Award winner Adam Johnson}. His new novel, Cosmic Hotel, chronicles the journey of Sandeep Sanghavi, the mixed race son of an Indian businesswoman and a famous American astronaut. He lives a nomadic and mundane life traveling the country with his mother for her hotel consulting firm, but his life becomes more interesting when various lost objects suddenly begin to reappear. Intrigued? We thought so.

June 18, 2p | Book signing with Diane Swearingen. Regional stories are important for our continued sense of place, particularly in the South, and Diane Swearingen’s new book, Smallest Tadpole’s War in the Land of Mysterious Waters, certainly fits that description. The novel, which is based on a true story, chronicles life in North Florida during the Civil War, so it’s perfect for history buffs and regional readers.

June 24, 11a | Shelf Talk and Signing with Sharon Santoni. Blogger and author Sharon Santoni is stopping by the shop to chat about her beautiful coffee table book, My Stylish French Girlfriends. I fully intend to buy a copy for my own home; the photography is gorgeous, and Sharon chronicles the lives and work of 20 French women with impeccable style and grace. Come hear all about Sharon’s adventures in France, and snag copies for Christmas gifts. {It’s never too early.}

June 25, 2p | Book signing with Anton DiSclafani. Excuse me while I fangirl. I loved Anton DiSclafani’s debut novel, The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls, and my review of her new novel, The After Party, was featured in this month’s Indie Next list. I am so excited to bring Anton to The Bookshelf; her novels are smart and well-written summertime books {I firmly believe books are seasonal}, and if you haven’t read them yet, it’s time to start. Please mark your calendars, and join me in welcoming Anton to Thomasville!

- Annie Butterworth Jones Co-Owner + Managing Partner The Bookshelf

Dance CardMay 21

Meet Artist Jinx Stubbs at the Thomas County Public Library

Thomas County Public Library 201 N. Madison St., Flipper Room 1-3p

Exhibit May 21-June 29 – View a selection of watercolor, India ink, and colored pencil drawings by this Thomasville Artist. Contact Nancy

Tillinghast at 229-225-5252 for more information.

Bluebird Trail Monitoring at Birdsong Nature CenterBirdsong Nature Center, 2106 Meridian Rd. 8:30a

The Bluebird Monitoring season is in full swing! Our Bluebird Trail team checks nest boxes every other Wednesday and Saturday. Join these veteran Bluebird volunteers for a fascinating morning in the field and learn all about Bluebirds! The job of visiting the 43 boxes, counting

eggs and fledglings, recording observations, and cleaning and repairing boxes is a very valuable service to the Bluebirds and to Birdsong. Bring

a friend and help the Bluebird! For more information call 229-377-4408 or visitwww.birdsongnaturecenter.org.

May 24Learn to Knit Socks with Jane Bussom

at Fuzzy Goat {4-part class}Fuzzy Goat, 223 W. Jackson St., Thomasville, GA 6-8p, $40pp

This Basic Sock class will introduce you to the joy of knitting socks. The magic of turning a heel, making them long enough and tall enough and the fun yarns make sock knitting addictive. Jane will walk you through all of her tricks. If there are sessions that you cannot make, Jane will catch you up. Class dates: May 24, 31 & June 7 & 14. For more information,

contact Fuzzy Goat at 229-236-4628 or heyguzzy@fuzzygoatyarns.com.

May 27Lost Creek Forest Walk

Lost Creek Forest Airport Rd. {off Pavo Rd/Hwy 122}

Thomasville, GA 9a-1pYou can take a guided interpretive hike with one of our LCF Board

Members or explore the forest on your own during this time. All participants must sign in at the trail head prior to entering the forest. For

more information, contact Beth Grant at 229-227-9844 or bethgrant@bnellsouth.net

May 28Letter Writing Club

The Bookshelf, 126 South Broad St. 10-11aJoin us in the store for an hour of old-fashioned letter writing each

month. The Bookshelf provides stationery, pens, and stamps -- all you need to bring is your address book! Contact Annie Jones for

more information at 229-228-7767.

June 3First Friday Outdoor Concert featuring The Caribbean Crew

Corner of Broad St and Remington Ave. 7:30-9:30p, freeThe Caribbean Crew is well known for their high-energy and interactive

performances. Participating shops and restaurants will stay open late. Look for special pricing and deals all over downtown! Bring your lawn

chair or blanket and spend a fun evening in Downtown Thomasville. For more information, call 229-228-7977 or toll free 866-577-3600.

June 2Butterfly Garden Work Day at Birdsong Nature Center

Birdsong Nature Center, 2106 Meridian Rd. 9:30a-noon

We would love to have you join our group every month or just whenever you can. If you would like to donate to the Butterfly Garden, please send a check to Birdsong Nature Center with 'Butterfly Garden' in the memo

line. For more information call 229-377-4408 or visit www.birdsongnaturecenter.org.

June 4 & 5The Swan Princess presented by South Georgia Ballet

Thomasville Municipal Auditorium, 144 E. Jackson St., Thomasville, GA

June 4, 2 & 7p; June 5, 7p, $12, $15 & $18 ticketsThe June 4 2p show is

abbreviated and features our youngest dancers.

Reserved child/adult and general admission child/

adult tickets available. Visit www.southgeorgiaballet.org for tickets. Contact Morgan Rhoden at 229-228-9420 or

sgballet@gmail.com for more information.

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When it comes to your business or event, the right creative choices can help you stand out from the crowd. Be brave.

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TECH US OUTS&L Business After

Hours on June 23

S&L Integrated will be hosting a Business After Hours at their new facility, 7 Midway Rd.,

Thursday June 23 from 5:30 - 7:30p.The event showcases S&L's new facility in Thomasville along with many of the technologies that S&L sells and installs.

For more information contact Clay Byars at clayb@slintegrated.com, Check for updates about the event on the company's website at

www.slintegrated.com or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SLdifference

DINE OUT TO SUPPORT THE TTCHS SHELTER!

FRIDAY, MAY 20THAT PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTSMany area restaurants are donating 10 percent

of their sales to the animal shelter!FOR A LIST OF PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS VISITWWW.THOMASVILLEHUMANE.ORG

June 6-10: Camp Dawson at the Thomas County Museum of HistoryThomas County Museum of History 725 N. Dawson St.: 9a-4p, $100 members, $125 non-members

Campers will progress through Thomas County history, starting with the Native Americans and work their way up to the 20th-Century using resources available at the Museum and in the surrounding neighborhood, including the

Lapham-Patterson House. Includes all craft supplies, camp shirt, and snack daily. For upcoming 3rd-6th graders. For more information call 229-226-7664 or visit www.thomascountyhistory.org.

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