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side from the numerous (and coveted) acco- for an extensive list of more organizations that make actually be used to help a person in need. I like that.” Alades our metro area receives, Newsweek a diff erence in our community who could use your For more information, visit www.fi gsofwake.org or recently ranked Raleigh as one of the top 10 Ameri- help: http://bit.ly/2nd-Annual-. call 1.572.17. can cities best suited for a quick economic recovery and even touted our area one of the new “Silicon Valleys.” As fortunate as the region might be, we are not immune to the9 day-to-day issues that aff ect our fellow man. Take your dog for a walk around popu- lated areas and you’ll see the homeless with sleeping bags, boxes and other survival items living hard lives nestled under bridges and overpasses, alleyways FIGS Helping Hand Mission and behind buildings. If you knew which doors to Regardless of your thoughts on the government-run In 172 Sylvia Wiggins read an article in the newspa- knock on, you’d fi nd too many of our elderly gen- healthcare debate, it cannot be denied that everyone per about a man found frozen to death and started eration trapped at home, oft en malnourished or should have access to health care, whether young “Operation Warm Clothing.” Collection boxes were in pain for unattended medical issues. Overly dis- or old. According to the North Carolina Institute placed throughout the Triangle collecting coats, blan- abled poor oft en struggle to get around for the most of Medicine, there were an estimated 1.75-1. mil- kets, hats, gloves and any warm clothing for needy essential of necessities. lion uninsured people in N.C. Based on its research, adults and children. Th e need was realized and the NCIOM estimates the number of uninsured in N.C. organization evolved into the Helping Hand Mission. rose more than 22 percent from 2007 to 200, which Its mission is simple yet life-changing for many. For is the largest percentage increase in the country. An those who are homeless, elderly, handicapped, dis- acronym, FIGS is short for “fi lling in gaps.” Estab- abled, low income, or victims of fi re, Helping Hand lished in 12, it’s a private, nonprofi t organization provides relief and support by distributing food and located in Raleigh that helps people in Wake County clothing, as well as directing the unemployed to purchase prescription medications they cannot appropriate sources for training and education and aff ord to buy. FIGS helps people with special needs, help in fi nding employment and becoming self-suffi - including children, the elderly, those without a home, cient. With several strategic locations, Helping Hand and those with chronic illnesses and mental or phys- is open 365 days a year. It relies on the generosity ical disabilities. In its 27 years of existence, FIGS has of people by receiving donated reusable items from purchased over $2,000,000 worth of medications. families in Wake County and the surrounding areas. Donations come from individuals, churches, foun- Th e Mission also provides pickup services for large dations, grants, and corporations. With no paid staff items such as furniture and appliances. Th e Mission For such an affl uent region, it’s amazing that we and operating under a volunteer Board of Directors, has a program called Love Baskets—a collection of encounter—and allow—so much hunger, home- FIGS is a coordinated eff ort among area doctors and vegetables, meats and canned goods—which pro- lessness and needless suff ering. Th e Downtowner pharmacists. Th is structure allows the organization vides a wholesome meal to needy families. During Magazine is committed to being an advocate for to operate with no administrative costs and minimal the holidays, the Helping Hand Mission opens its >>> the physical, mental and economically-disadvan- overhead. Patti Cole, President of FIGS, says that “a taged as well as the abused. Instead of the typical donation of $25 will buy amoxicillin for a child with gift guide, we present our Second Annual for the an ear infection or $75 will buy a bottle of insulin Needy. Rather than buying consumer gift s for every- for a person with diabetes. I have been on the FIGS one on your holiday list this year, consider perhaps board for 13 years and president for the last 12. Our making a donation in someone’s name or volunteer- system is very simple but very eff ective. People who ing much-needed time to a charitable organization. support FIGS know that their time and money could Th ere are many worthy causes in our area and we’ve not be more effi ciently spent. Whether the donated included nine in this article that provide irreplace- dollars come from churches or grants or individu- able assistance for basic life needs. Visit our website als, ninety-nine cents of each of those dollars will PHoto: D. sCoggins
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 3 doors to anyone without a home for a traditional children to actively interact with their environ- dinner prepared with all the holiday trimmings, ment by using assistive technology, literature and and gift s are provided for children. Volunteers stay language activities, community experiences, until everyone is fed. Aside from these services, developmental play activities, music, and arts and Helping Hand also runs Operation Fan Relief, craft s. Hilltop also provides physical, occupational, Summer Camp for Girls, Youth Enrichment for speech, and aquatic therapies according to each Boys, Back-to-School Assistance, Aft er School child’s unique needs. Hilltop home is located at Program, Toys for Needy Children, Weekend Meal 3006 New Bern Avenue. For more information, Program for the Hungry, transitional housing for visit www.hilltophome.org or call 1.231.315. families with children, the May Day Festival, and the well-known Helping Hand Mission March- ing Band. Th ese programs are all in need of dona- PHoto: D. sCoggins tions and assistance. For more information, call 1.2.04 or visit www.helpinghandmission.org children with the most challenging medical and to inquire about program locations. Th e Mission’s developmental disabilities. Th is anniversary marks main offi ce is located at 623 Rock Quarry Rd. 50 years of cherished history and a lifetime of love for these special children and their families. We are looking forward to our next milestone—the con- struction of a new home, scheduled for completion Th e Hope Center at Pullen next year. Although the building will be new, our No one is immune from adverse events, and some mission will remain the same: loving and caring individuals’ unfortunate events lead to homeless- for children in a warm home-like setting.” Hill- ness. A fairly new nonprofi t founded in 200, Th e Hilltop Home top provides around-the-clock nursing care by a Hope Center at Pullen, has the support of neigh- Hilltop Home is a private, nonprofi t residential professional, caring staff , quality educational ser- boring residents, citizens groups and local govern- center that serves children with severe medical and vices through a certifi ed, non-public residential ment and is becoming an eff ective cog in Raleigh’s developmental needs. Diane Scoggins, Director of school, physical, occupational and speech therapy essential network of private, nonprofi t service pro- Education, tells us “Hilltop Home recently cele- in a home-style environment with all the resources viders. Anne Sayers, Chairperson for the Board of brated a major milestone with our 50th anniversary needed to care for special children. Certifi ed spe- Directors, says, “Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, of providing comprehensive residential services to cial-education teachers and assistants encourage with its long-standing outreach to address both
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4 Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 alarming. Hilton goes on to say, “In an eff ort to build fi nd out more information about donating or vol- and maintain capacity, InterAct develops partner- unteering, call 1.212.1123 or visit www.plmft .org. ships with businesses, law enforcement and other fi rst responders, medical, health care, human ser- vices, colleges, faith-based, and other profession- als to enhance their knowledge as advocates and appropriate responders to individuals and families impacted by the issues of domestic violence, rape/ Prevent Blindness N.C. sexual assault and other related causes.” InterAct recently opened the Family Safety & Empower- Prevent Blindness North Carolina was organized in ment Center in Raleigh. InterAct is headquartered 167 as a nonprofi t health agency. As an independent in the Center and provides crisis support ser- affi liate of Prevent Blindness America (established vices, while nine collaborative nonprofi t partners in 10), PBNC delivers direct service programs individual needs and systemic injustice, provided and agencies have satellite programs in the same designed to preserve sight through screening, pub- the foundational support to begin Th e Hope Center facility in order to off er one-stop, wrap-around lications, safety, education, information, and refer- at Pullen. Th rough additional partnerships with services for clients. Th e project takes a collabora- ral through volunteer eff orts. N.C. law requires that other faith communities and service providers that tive approach to providing advocacy and essential all children entering kindergarten receive vision share the mission to end homelessness, Th e Hope services to victims. Some of the partner agencies screening and that those with problems have a Center at Pullen will continue to engage volunteers are Wake Health Services, SouthLight, Easter Seals comprehensive eye exam. Th ere is an irony, though. and program participants alike in ways that build (UCP), Kiran, YMCA of the Triangle, YWCA of the Th e lawmakers with good intentions imposed the meaningful relationships and change lives.” Pullen Greater Triangle, Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, Raleigh requirement, but state funding has decreased to has two programs that assist participants. Th e Job Police Department, and Legal Aid of North Caro- help with not only the vision screening but also the Readiness Program requires participants to attend a lina. For more information, visit www.interactof- necessary tools to correct any health issues. Anya self-assessment class facilitated by Wake Tech which wake.org or call 1.2.7501. Th eir main offi ces Helfrich, the Certifi cation Director for PBNC, is in turn helps mentors take action steps. Participants are located at 1012 Oberlin Road, where you can pleased to state, “For the year 200-200 in Wake receive tools to help them with job searches such as also visit their thrift store Pass It On, Too. Dona- County, there were 537 certifi ed school screeners. JobLink, bus passes and a cell phone. Th e mentors tions are always needed. Th e number of preschoolers screened was 5,244 meet with participants one to three hours a week. and 533 of them were referred for possible vision With an average of 40 participants, the JobLink problems. Additionally, the number of school chil- Access Point Program provides persons who lack dren screened was 36,61 and 2,546 of them were job search skills and computer access a place to referred for possible vision problems. Vouchers conduct online employment searches. Volunteers were issued for free eye exams and glasses.” Th ere off er basic guidance to explore job opportunities, are also several programs available for adults. For create resumes, submit applications and prepare PLM Families Together more information or to participate, visit www.pbnc. for interviews. For more information, visit www. Helping homeless families reach independence org or call 1.755.5044. hopecenteratpullen.org or call 1.2.07. Th ey is the goal of PLM Families Together. According are located at 101 Hillsborough St. to Executive Director Beth Bordeaux, “We pro- vide short-term housing in apartments that keep families together. Traditionally, men and older boys were not kept together with their families. We keep all members intact and have a 75 percent Interact success rate of transitioning families into perma- nent homes.” PLM is unique in that it off ers pro- Founded in 14, InterAct’s mission is to pro- grams to fi t the particular adversity facing a family, vide safety, support, and awareness to victims and whether it’s losing a job, loss of income, poor bud- survivors of domestic violence, rape and sexual geting or eviction from foreclosure. One program assault. With an array of services, InterAct provides allows for families to place money into an escrow two 24-hour crisis lines, group and individual coun- account while in housing. Others provide for one- seling (including bi-lingual and bi-cultural counsel- on-one mentoring customized for the needs of the ing), court and hospital advocacy, specialized chil- family. As Bordeaux explains, “We mentor to facil- dren’s counseling, case management, professional itate fi nding a job by providing the tools necessary training, and a full curriculum of violence preven- such as résumés, interviewing skills and transpor- tion in the Wake County Public Schools. InterAct tation. It’s an individualized approach for the root operates Wake County’s only confi dential residen- cause of the homelessness. We have a three to four tial program for women and children fl eeing domes- PHoto: MaX CoHen month waiting list and approximately 75 percent of tic violence. All services are free and confi dential. our folks are successful into transitioning into per- According to Laura Hilton, Director of Community manent housing.” Bordeaux is especially proud of Education and Training, “InterAct has experienced Resources for Seniors PLM’s Children’s Program because “our programs over a 100 percent increase for client services since normalize an adverse situation for children. Chil- We appreciate each day we are given, but many of moving into our new location in March 200. Prior dren don’t understand family stresses and all the the elderly are in precarious situations, and day-to- to moving from the Wade Avenue location, we kids play and socialize together on a regular basis.” day activities can be diffi cult. Tobi Bowen, Direc- served an average of seven families per day. Cur- Volunteers are needed, especially those willing to tor of Marketing and Development for Resources rently we are serving 23 to 25.” Th is growing need is tutor elementary age children in the aft ernoon. To for Seniors, states, “With a staff of about 130 people >>>
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 5 we assist people in all fi nancial resources to prevent women and children aspects of trying to from becoming homeless and addressing increas- stay at home or for the ing numbers who are no longer being served as a transition into other result of cuts to our local public human services assisted living situa- agencies.” Williams cites state cuts to the Wake tions. We serve senior and disabled adults so that County budget for childcare vouchers to assist they can maximize their choices for independence, homeless families so that mothers could search for comfort, safety, security and well-being with infor- employment. Williams also says that “there is also mation and support for decision-making and also the growing challenge of single women with mental direct services such as home care, adult day care, health issues that are not receiving the care they senior centers, home repair, and more.” Resources need as a result of mental health reform. Mental for Seniors is always looking for volunteers to health reform is not working and it is time to stop help with its many programs. For more infor- and revise how this care will be done in our state mation, visit www.resourcesforseniors.com or and local communities.” In the last year, the Center call 1.72.733. Th eir offi ces are located at 1110 assisted over 2,000 critically at-risk people and has Navaho Dr., Suite 400. recently seen a 20 percent increase in those seeking help. One third of the total were children, mostly Women’s Center of Wake County under six years old. Providing basic needs services, Filling a critical need, the Wom- assessment, stabilization, housing placement, and en’s Center of Wake County has support services allows the staff to create a bridge addressed a unique niche for between hopelessness and despair. Th e Day Shelter women and young children insures that women and children have a safe place in Wake County since 177. during the day where they can escape from the cold, According to Dr. Jean Wil- heat, rain or other inclement weather. Furthering liams, Executive Director of the the call for need, these services are oft en a portal to Women’s Center, “We serve some other support mechanisms such as recovery readi- of the most fragile and vulnerable in our com- ness for substance abusers, mental health treatment munity. We are on the front lines in helping them and housing assistance. For more information, visit survive. Th e hardest part of our work is inadequate www.wcwc.org or call 1.2.3711.
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RALEIGH DOWNTOWNER magazine | downtown raleigh’s premier monthly | Volume 6, issue 11 7 let’s do lunch
Cherry Bomb grill by Brian Adornetto,
ohn Mullins and Mark King purchased working the stoves at many downtown hot spots Jthe landmark restaurant Joe’s Place throughout the years such as Th e Underground, earlier this year, transformed it into a Porter’s and Fins, but what many people may not “Hot Rod/Rockabilly” bar and grill, and know is that he made his way to the kitchen via the named it Cherry Bomb Grill. It features live music on baseball diamond. Aft er working as a cook during the weekends, fl ashy retro décor and fresh food. the off seasons, Scott went head fi rst into the kitchen Th e focal point of the restaurant is a huge aft er an injury cut his baseball career short. His C-shaped bar that sits on top of a glass block wall with imaginative take on American favorites and use red backlighting. Th e bar surrounds a custom-built of fresh ingredients elevates Cherry Bomb’s menu walk-in refrigerator which keeps Cherry Bomb’s 66 above typical pub grub. diff erent draft beers ice cold—a third of which are Th e Route 66 Combo Platter ($13.5) was enough brewed in the Old North State. Above for three people to share. It had wings, the bar, fl at screen televisions abound. deviled eggs, poppers, and tuna wraps. Th e space’s red walls are adorned with Th e “Huevos Diablo” ($4.5) were a tasty iconic 50s-style art while the fl oor and southwestern take on deviled eggs. Th e ceiling are stark black. Completing the “Dirty South Poppers” ($7.5), made look are silver and black art deco tables, in-house, are killer and our publisher booths and high top cocktail tables. Crash Gregg called them “some of the Many people will recognize Cherry best I’ve had in Raleigh.” Th ey were Bomb’s Chef Scott Schabot from his stuff ed with homemade pimento cheese,
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lettuce leaf, ($6.5) contained Beef Hash ($7.5) was wonder- —— seared sliced tuna, pineapple ful. Shredded corned beef, roasted $ $ $ $ chutney and wasabi aioli. Th e pumpkin and sautéed potatoes were Hours: 11 am until 2 am daily Meals: lunch, dinner, late night creative “Tricked Out Mac & crowned with a sunny side up egg. Cuisine: american atmosphere: Friendly modern roadhouse Cheese” ($6.5) was light and Th e fun, seasonal twist on a much- recommendations: Dirty south Poppers, Hawaiian Cherry Bomb grill by Brian Adornetto, creamy with classic fall fl avors. loved standard had great texture and tuna wraps, tricked out Mac and Cheese, gto Burger, Pumpkin Corned Beef Hash Th e macaroni was tossed with the fl avors were spot on. Features: Bar dining, outdoor seating, live music, apples, bacon and a bleu cheese Scott tries to have fun with his take out, a few vegetarian and low -carb options, child-friendly at meal times, specials, credit cream sauce before being baked. It could have easily been interesting and enjoyable desserts. Th e Elvis Pie ($6.5), cards accepted an entrée. Th e Waldorf Chicken Salad ($.5) is a blend with its peanut butter fi lling and rum caramel bananas, noise level: High at times, but at a talkable level for lunch of grapes, walnuts, celery, and apples, served over mixed is the current favorite. Hot on its tail is the Donut Pud- wireless: Yes greens. Here, Schabot stuck with the same clean crisp fl avors ding ($6.5). Th e Krispy Kreme doughnut bread pudding alcohol served: Full bar Parking: street as the original, although we were expecting larger chunks of is studded with cherries and chocolate chips, sliced, toasted Downtowner tips: the kitchen will make any burger vegetarian style. all beers are $3 on the ingredients as in many classic varieties of this dish. in butter, and fi nished with whipped cream. tuesdays. if you order appetizers and entrees Th e grill’s signature sandwich is the Cherry Bomb Th e Cherry Bomb Grill is pure Americana. It’s a cool, and don’t want them all served at once, be sure Burger ($.5). Loaded with bleu cheese and cherry chut- modern almost futuristic version of a roadhouse style to make that clear to your server. ney, this offb eat combination works amazingly well with diner with inventive burgers and plenty of great beer. Add its sweet and salty balance. We were told the most popu- to that a chef who is a former baseball player and you have lar item on the menu is the Hangover Burger ($.5). Th is the ultimate American trifecta. belly buster is topped with pepper jack cheese, avocado, Brian is a culinary instructor, food writer, and personal chef. a fried egg, and a Bloody Mary mayo. His business, Love at First Bite, specializes Our favorite burger was the GTO ($7.5) in private cooking classes and intimate din- with a marinated and grilled portabella, ners. For more information, please visit Brian at www.loveatfi rstbite.net. Brian can roasted red peppers, and goat cheese. It be reached at brian@raleighdowntower. was fl avorful, interesting, and substan- com. Check out the ad in this issue for more tial. All the burgers are handmade and info on Brian’s new Downtowner Magazine seasoned with Scott’s secret sauce, and cooking classes.
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 9 RALEIGH DOWNTOWNER MAGAZINE PRESENTS THE Fourth Annual Downtown Santa Ball
aleigh Downtowner Maga- are included with entry, and Santa him- Tony Fusco, Gravy of at least $20. For those who might forget zine is proud to announce our self (John Snipes) will be in the house Complimentary beer and wine will also or simply join us last minute, we will be Rth 4 Annual Downtown Santa Ball on again this year to take photos and your be available, provided by Big Boss Brew- accepting a $30 donation at the door (cash Th ursday, December from 7-10 p.m. Christmas wish list in person. All gift s ing Company and Epicure Distributing. or check only please). Suggested attire is at the Union Bar in the Warehouse Dis- and donations will benefi t the Boys and A cash bar will be available for other spir- suit and tie/dress (be festive!), but feel trict. Sleighfuls of food, beer and wine Girls Club of Wake County. its. Union Bar has kindly off ered to donate free to come as you are because the most Th is year’s event will feature even more our location space and support staff . important reason for coming is collecting great food provided by some of Triangle’s We’ll have plenty of great giveaways toys for the kids! If you are interested in top local chefs and restaurant owners: throughout the night including Carolina donating a door prize, or toys in advance Chris Hylton, Th e Mint Restaurant Hurricanes and Carolina Railhawks tick- of the party, please call 1.21.000. Hector/Joel Ibarra, Jibarra Mexican ets, passes to the North Carolina Th eatre, Th e Union Bar is located at 327 West Gourmet Carolina Ballet and the NC Symphony, Davie St. in the Warehouse District near Daniel Truong, Sawasdee Th ai $50 restaurant gift cards, a $13 night Th e Pit Restaurant and Jibarra
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An interview with
Sean Kernick by Crash Gregg where you do it, how dangerous it is and how well how are graffiti artists generally perceived in the it can be seen — then there’s sheer quantity. Th ese art community? Th ere’s a lot of criticism aimed at are all things that diff erent artists become good at, people who go from graffi ti to the gallery scene, but it’s very rare for someone to be good at all three. but as the time goes by it’s starting to be embraced I was good with executing well, I never really did as something new and diff erent, and that’s what areas that were terribly dangerous although I do bar I’m trying to do here in Raleigh. I’m not satisfi ed some pretty mean scars from a few falls. with doing regular galleries; I’d rather fi nd new spaces. To me that is more of the graffi ti approach Your artwork is varied to say the least. how would you to what the next level is, not just getting in line describe your artistic styles? For a long time I was and playing the game. Let’s see where we can put worried about my style and having one clear voice. things; let’s see what kind of venues that haven’t Now I just focus on communicating and working been thought of yet. on more of a per-project or per-idea basis. Almost all my work has some sort of a spray paint element to it and a lot of drawing involved. Aesthetically, if I were to describe my style, I would say it’s with a character-based and heavily graffi ti-infl uenced.
Who is Sean Kernick? I grew up in Detroit, Michigan Favorite artist? Absolutely. My favorite NC-based with my mom and we moved to Philly when I was artist is Garret Scales from Raleigh. Th e fi rst time nine. Th e school I went to didn’t off er art classes, I met him it was the second SPARKcon that we but I was always attracted to the arts. I doodled did and he was out there with this crazy stencil all through high school and during that time I got stuff and I’m thinking, “What in the world is this caught up with some kids who were into painting dude doing.” Th e next day I saw pictures of it and graffi ti. Th ey “recruited” me because I could draw I was blown away. I’m a huge fan of his style, his people and cartoons and they wanted me to do my approach, his vibe, all of it. I’m infl uenced by many characters in their graffi ti. I didn’t realize how addic- others in the graffi ti world still, who are doing all tive that whole world was and really got into it. I kinds of very impressive work. was 16 when I started and even though I’m 33 now, it never leaves you. One of the coolest things about Can you actually make a living as a graffiti artist? the graffi ti scene is that it’s fi ercely competitive, with People make money and you wouldn’t believe teams constantly pushing each other more than in it. We’re talking about the artists who are able to What’s been your favorite show? I’d have to say my any other art medium. If you’re not performing at cross over successfully. I’m a big fan of ESPO [Steve favorite show so far was the recent Skyline show in a high level, you’re going to be ridiculed publicly. Powers], based out of NY. I grew up following him the space above Gravy in downtown. I got to work So you learn certain aesthetics that eventually can in the graffi ti scene. Look him up and you’ll see with 37 other great artists. Th e goal was to have be applied to being a professional artist. I ended up what I’m talking about. He’s clever, versatile, edgy. people come to the show who don’t usually come to going to art school in Syracuse and I went from being He’s come up through the ranks and crossed over art shows, in a place where they don’t usually have the best artist in my school to being the worst at col- to gallery work. It’s like music; you could probably art shows. It was where art community and late lege, which makes you competitive. Slowly but surely count on your two hands the amount of people night mix. I wanted visitors to have an experience you apply the things you learned painting graffi ti into who are making a lot of money doing it but you can where they see Raleigh is a great place to live and illustration, which I started to do. I transferred to an do it, and they have made that genre. cool things are happening here. It ended up being a art school in Manhattan and lived in Brooklyn for great concept that people said had NY vibe. I don’t about six years. Everything there was way over the want to be NY obviously, but when people say that top creative and competitive. From there I moved to to me, it’s cool. Raleigh and about two years ago, I got into the art scene here, creating art shows and venues. For more info on Sean and to check out more of his work: What skills does it take to be top dog in the graffiti world? Blog: www.twofourfl inching.com Technical execution is a big one; working with a can Studio: http://bondedllama.com of paint is hard without any adjustments. Placement,
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hangin’ around with zach galifi anakis by Dave Pond, Web Writer/Editor/Producer for NCSU.EDU
rom his early days of performing standup comedy DP: Do you recall any favorite professors or classes? zg: Fin small, New York clubs to the international I had a professor named James Alchediak who was spotlight in which he now resides, Zach Galifi anakis the coolest, and I hope he is still there. I would like has always done things his way. So when we had the to bump into that guy one day. chance to chat with him as he refl ected on his time as a Communication major at NC State, his favorite DP: What role did your time at NC State helped play professor and more—including some advice for cur- in shaping your career and realizing your dreams? zg: rent NC State students—we jumped at the chance. A collaborator named A.D. Miles went to NC State when I was there. He was one of my friends. We Dave Pond, University Communications: Tell me moved to New York City, lived together and kind of about your time at NC State? zach galifianakis: Well, came up through the ranks together in the comedy my father and my older brother went there. My scene, and eventually worked professionally on a father played football, so we inherited being Wolf- couple of jobs. If I had not met him at State I think pack fans from that. As far as my time there, I really things would have worked out diff erently. We see liked Raleigh and Hillsborough Street. I had some each other from time to time. He is the head writer great professors, but I was not the student I could of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and I do what I do, have been. Th ere was a legendary establishment and the two of us used to be kids running up and there during my time called Th e Five 0, and I spent down Hillsborough looking for nothing. too much time there. I was at NC State from 1- 12, failed my last course by one point and never DP: Finally, if you could give one bit of advice to NC got my degree. My time is so limited, but I’ve defi - State students, what would it be? zg: Th ere is more to nitely thought about fi nishing it. If I were to do it all life than college. Use your time in college and grow. over again, I would have studied something specifi c DP: What are your best memories about NC State? Th ere are some people who are still playing beer in agriculture, because I live on a farm now and do zg: I think one of my only A’s was in Anthropology. pong in their late 20s. Do not do that. not know what I am doing. I think it was an “A”—nevertheless, I so enjoyed that class. It opened my way of thinking to be sure. I also Editor’s Note: NC State magazine spoke with Zach DP: How oft en do you get back to campus? zg: I get to took a design course that kind of blew my mind and and A.D. Miles a few years ago, aft er their Comedy Raleigh about once a year, and I always walk through gave me a diff erent perspective on how the eye and Central show Dog Bites Man was cancelled—you the campus. Usually East Campus. Last time I was mind work together. Socially, I worked a lot. I worked can read that article at http://bit.ly/mhD7x (in there I met an old friend, and we ate at Th e Roast Grill at Amedeo’s Pizza and also Two Guys. Th at was my PDF format.) towards downtown. I also try to stop into Sadlacks for socialization. I never joined any clubs or organiza- Since 00, Dave Pond has been a Web Writer/Editor/ a memory. I used to live very close to that place, in tions at State—I was a bit of a loner—but those were Producer for ncsu.edu, covering all aspects of the univer- what could only be called a fl op house for transients. some very fond memories. sity. He can be contacted at [email protected].
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Bickett Market
Business Profile by Peter Eichenberger
ot so long ago, many of our culinary needs With his experience in business and an active, gap. We’re creating a market, a model for neighbor- Nwere handled by small, independent groceries creative mind, it wasn’t too much of a jump to begin hood groceries where small farmers have an outlet. scattered across the city. For shoppers, these small to expand what he did. With Mike Harrigan, who Consumers have an option to Food Inc. It brings operations made much of local foods that emerged also owns Old South Masonry, he acquired the lease people and communities together. Th e farmers get from Wake County, piles of fresh collards and locally on a small commercial space and opened Bickett a lot of respect,” says Stegall. “CSAs are changing the produced meats. All that changed with the ubiqui- Market back in July, located at the site of the former way food comes to us.” tous rise of major chains that mostly stocked the Bickett Gallery, on the street of the same name. same stuff from the same unknown sources. But the On our visit, we were greeted by the syncopated Big Box has gotten some competition of late; eco- lilt of quiet Reggae music in the background. On a nomics and consumers’ desires to take control over counter up front were piles of literature about animal what they put inside their bodies have made for a welfare and the value of small agriculture amid return of authentic food, a limitation being where to boxes of in-season vegetables and glass cooler cases obtain the good stuff . brimming with a variety of local free-range meats, chicken and eggs. In another freezer case was local ice cream, and on a shelf above that, local condi- ments and canned goods. Stegall was building a gate when we hunted him down. Bickett is a farmer distribution facility where anyone can buy, coupled with a Community Sustain- able Agriculture programs (CSA). Th ese got started on the West Coast as a more direct way to distribute local food. CSAs require upfront payment for pro- duce not yet grown and/or mature. One exchanges He is quite serious and passionate about what the payment for multiple produce boxes as needed. he does, pointing out that “organic doesn’t mean Th is payment schedule allows farmers to obtain organic,” these days. “Big business is rebranding Jason Stegall, 35, was very busy in the middle of a needed revenue for operations. ‘organic.’” While neither consumer nor retailers have 16-year career in real estate development. When the “CSAs are expensive because you are buying up any idea who grows what you fi nd at a “big box,” economy went bad four years ago, Stegall did what front. Th ey support farmers because consumers don’t Stegall visits and knows his farmers personally via others dream of—he went fi shing. I mean literally have to drive, say, to Burlington. Th at’s a distribution visits to farms and farmers markets. Th is gives him fi shing. Stegall bought a commercial shrimp boat a much better grasp of how food, animals especially, and began fi shing out of Southport and launched are raised. Stegall accepts the term pioneer. “Th ere Southport Seafood Company. He supplemented what needs to be more local produce. Th ere’s a demand. he caught with seafood acquired from others, and We want to support local. People want it.” began making deliveries to top local chefs, trading Stegall has a track record and is quite passionate his wares at the increasing number of local farmers about what he does. “Food production has become markets including two that he helped start at Five an industrial process,” he says. “People want a direct Points and NC State University. connection to food, traceability. I can tell you who “We don’t freeze seafood and trade what we grew everything where,” a factor that draws much of don’t sell,” Stegall says, a practice begun originally his clientele. “Chefs come in every day,” he says. But to simply avoid the waste that comes at the end of there’s also the community aspect. Bickett Market’s the day, one that led to him stocking greater variet- support of humane treatment of animals extends ies of meats and vegetables. He began to gain a lot of to charities such as Paw Prints Educate and promo- knowledge about a new wave of local farms. tion of projects, farm tours and organizations like “Th ese are a little diff erent from someone who’s Carolina Farm Stewardship. decided to grow a few rows. We’re talking about Duke Bickett is on the front line of a new trend in graduates, MBAs, a new sort of farmer getting into culinary practice that ties the food scene together. the business,” he explains. But, like Stegall, these new Chapel Hill and Durham have a reputation for good farmers were hampered by outlets. “‘We have nowhere food. Th ere’s no reason Raleigh cannot. to sell,’ they’d say to me. “‘We have no outlets. If I did, I could grow another acre.’” Stegall thought it through. Bickett Market 219 Bickett Blvd. | 919.291.3286 Th e problems they were facing nested with his identi- www.bickettmarket.com cal issue: what to do with all the stuff ? 11am–7pm daily. Closed on Mondays.
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 13 Coats, Scarves and Boots …Oh My! by Kelly Blair Wathy
he sweltering heat of fur trim (faux being more accessible are at the forefront of fall foot- Tsummer has bid Raleigh and animal-friendly), bold plaids wear. Vermillion proprietor adieu, and fall in all its refresh- spun from creamy cashmere, Ashley Harris couldn’t ing glory has arrived. While the thick woolen tweeds, and a agree more, comment- advent of autumn is brimming refi ned approach to tailoring, ing, “Th is season, OTB with pleasantries, there is one this style combines the utility (over-the-knee-boots) facet of fall that is simply incomparable—a new of a grandfather’s old parka are a must!” fall wardrobe! Obviously, fall fashion includes with the glamour of a Park While not as dra- all kinds of apparel, but this season the essen- Avenue hostess. matic, knee-high boots tials are a to-die-for-but-functional coat, Scarves are another fall are enjoying a moment scarves in all patterns and fabrics, and staple. Unlike their ancestors in the sun. Specifi cally boots that make a statement—but that who were strictly outerwear, the riding boot, a fl at are also made for walking. contemporary scarves have style akin to those worn An amazing coat is the crux of a fallen into the realm of acces- by equestrians. Whether fabulous fall ensemble. Much like a sories. Ashley Harris, obviously pulled over jeans, leggings handbag that’s habitually carried, coats a scarf advocate herself, says, “A col- or tights, riding boots are being are functional pieces that can be worn orful scarf embodying seasonal colors will worn by everyone this fall. day-in and day-out. “A classic style liven your basics from past seasons, helping Another play on practicality is the fanci- coat is always a good investment,” them to stay current.” ful rain boot, also known as Wellingtons (we says Ashley Harris, owner of Vermil- Currently, the “infi nity” scarf has received mentioned these in our last issue, but they’re lion, a fashion-forward boutique in high praise in terms of overwhelming popularity. so much fun, we had to mention them twice). North Hills. Contrary to traditional representation, the infi n- Designers like Burberry have been dressing up Th e fi rst style note when pur- ity interpretation is a circular form that appears Wellingtons in pricey plaid for years, but the chasing a coat this season is to to have already been wrapped around the neck, style has only become popular recently. Com- look for something military- the upside being it never comes undone. panies like Hunter have teamed with high fash- inspired. Ranging from week- Minor alterations have given the traditional ion houses like Jimmy Choo to create the ulti- end casual to boardroom scarf a place in contemporary fashion. Specifi - mate in utility to chic. chic, militaristic styles are as cally, designers have employed the decorative Th e bootie is an ankle-high timeless as they are gender addition of all-over fringe, bold colorful prints boot that is as variable as it indiscriminate. In a palette and trendy graphics. Th e scarf width has also is vivacious. Directly in line of army greens, navy blues undergone a transformation. In some cases, with the outerwear trend of and earthy neutrals, the tai- it has dieted profusely, shrinking to a mere “fashion-forward wilderness- lored silhouette is simple shadow of its former self, while in other cases woman,” the classic work boot sophisticate with a touch it has taken on the McDonald’s mindset and has undergone a Fift h Avenue trans- of urban edge. I’m particularly fond of designs “super-sized.” formation. Th e chunky silhouette has featuring traditional brass buttons. However, if Originally used to protect the legs and feet been streamlined and the fl at rubber there’s a jacket you love that lacks this accent, of military personnel, leather boots have been sole has been lift ed. It’s a look that buttons are easy to replace. gracing the sole for upwards of can be worn with jeans, trousers (But for the sake of proper 5,000 years. Th ough the boot and yes, even a dress. closure, be sure the new has always enjoyed a comfort- Th is fall is about sticking hardware is the same size as able level of popularity, this fall, to the basics: coats, scarves and the old.) it has claimed the throne as boots. But that doesn’t mean keeping it simple; Another popular trend in footwear king. I’m not talking with the abundance of styles from which to outerwear is the ”wilderness about just any boot though; choose, you’ll be busy mixing and matching woman“, a look that blurs the this fall, it’s all about height, until spring. line between urban opulence opulence and utility. Like the and backwoods brawn. Char- models stomping the runway Kelly can be reached for comment by email at acterized by an abundance of at fashion week, tall boots [email protected].
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Photos below of just a few of the many local chefs and volunteers who donated their time and talent for the recent Raleigh Roundup Benefit
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left: Owner Scott Bramwell and wife Barbara. right, feature band The Amateurs. Photos below by Matthew Tunney
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Photos from the Raleigh Hall of Fame induction ceremony (Photos by Sig Hutchinson)
More photos from the Raleigh Roundup Benefit
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Savoy by Brian Adornetto, Food Editor
When asked to explain his cooking philosophy and liver) was fabulous. Served atop a Roquefort crostini style, he says, “Clean, simple fl avors that are texturally and sauced with a blackberry cardamom chutney, diverse, not only within a dish but also across courses. it was sweet, salty, buttery, and crunchy. Veal Sweet I make classic dishes honestly and from the heart. I just Breads (thymus gland) are a rare delicacy not usually want to make my mentors proud.” Th at, he does. Aft er found in the Triangle and these were amazing, a bona eating at Savoy, you’ll quickly agree that Chef Gibson is fi de pleasure to fi nd, and enjoy. Th e crispy breading one of the best chefs in Raleigh you’ve never heard of. led the way to a creamy center and the tomato fondue Gibson and owner Jeff Snell champion Triangle added a touch of sweetness. While Sauternes is a tra- businesses and merchants in all aspects of the restau- ditional pairing for foie gras, the honeyed notes of rant, which is located in the former Fins north Raleigh the Chateau D’Armajan ($/glass) also made a great space. Chef Gibson raises the quail that provide the match for the sweet breads. avoy’s white linen draped tables are meticulously restaurant’s quail eggs and he also grows some of the Sset, but don’t let that fool you; this restaurant is vegetables off ered on the menu. As much as possible without airs. Th e rest of the décor is neat and simple, of what they don’t grow is sourced locally. and the service is not only natural and graceful, but the Savoy’s current First Courses include a Mushroom down-to-earth staff makes everyone feel like family.). Tart ($5), Foie Gras ($14) and Veal Sweet Breads ($). Th e kitchen is run by Executive Chef Peter Gibson, For the tart, a rich and creamy mushroom ragout who has been cooking since he was 15 years old with sits on top of a golden puff pastry disc. At a mere people like Jean Claude, Heath Holloman, and Paul fi ve bucks, I felt like a foodie thief eating this terrifi c Fontaine to name just a few. Peter spent years travel- starter. Th e Peralada Cava Brut Reserva ($/glass) ing, fi shing and cooking his way from New Jersey to with its sweet eff ervescence properly complemented Alaska and from St. Croix thankfully to Raleigh. the sherry-infused mushrooms. Th e Foie Gras (duck 17 th ANNUAL JINGLE BALL Presented By CAPITAL CITY CLAUSES
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Th e Second Course section of the are the Crème Brulee ($6) and Rum —— $ $ $ $ menu consisted of soups and salads. Th e Raisin Tart ($6). Made in a deep dish, lunch 11:30am–2:00pm tuesday–Friday Spinach Salad ($7) was well dressed with the Crème Brulee’s top was uniformly Dinner 5:00–10:00pm tuesday–thursday 5:00–11:00pm Friday & saturday a homemade sun dried tomato vinai- caramelized and crunchy while beneath Cuisine: Classic american with european techniques grette. Its herbaceous, tangy fried goat was the traditional vanilla bean studded Meals: lunch and dinner ambiance: romantic casual elegance cheese played nicely off the intense fl a- custard. Th e tart, served with a delicious service: Professional and personable vors of the oven-dried tomatoes. Th e apple and anise compote, was more like Dress: Casual but neat noise level: low hearty Roasted Pumpkin Bisque ($7) an individual open-faced pie. It wasn’t Features: Vegetarian and low-carb options, gluten-free upon request; outdoor seating, specials, bar dining, was smoky and fi lled with the delightful overly sweet and had just the right credit cards accepted taste of fall. amount of spice. It was paired with the wine list: Diverse and upscale with plenty of good by- the-glass choices Pan Roasted Maple Leaf Farms Duck soft , silky Burmester 10 Year Tawny Port alcohol: Full bar ($24) and Beef Tenderloin ($26) are for a very delicious end to a great meal. recommended Dishes: Veal sweetbreads, Mushroom tart, roasted Pumpkin Bisque, Pan roasted Duck, two of the seven entrees (Th ird Course) Savoy is elegant but unpretentious rum raisin tart off ered at Savoy. Th e irresistible sweet and the menu is upscale and sustainable, wi-fi enabled: Yes Parking: large parking lot potato and shallot hash harmonized but approachable and reasonable. Savoy reservations: accepted and recommended on weekends tastefully with the expertly cooked duck. Th e crispy kale not only enhances special occasions but can aff ordably Downtowner tips: the six Course tasting Menu is an absolute steal at $49 per person was fried and salted like a potato chip and was every bit as serve as a frequent date night destination. Th is balance addictive. Th e expertly seared tenderloin and the perfectly between formal and approachable is what makes it the best textured truffl e mash were heavenly; this clas- kept secret in North Raleigh. sic dish was executed with deft precision. Th e Leveroni Pinot Noir from Sonoma, ($12), a full Brian is a culinary instructor, food writer and per- bodied, velvety wine with its juicy berry-ness, sonal chef. His business, Love at First Bite, special- izes in private cooking classes and intimate din- was a fabulous choice to round out the course ners. For more information, please visit Brian at and enhanced the fl avors of both entrees. www.loveatfi rstbite.net. Brian can be reached at Two of the most popular dessert choices [email protected].
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Ken Yowell has been in the bar and res- . If you were a car what kind would you Th e best: Eating the amazing food Chef Jeremy creates taurant biz for two decades, so he knows be? If I was a car I would probably be and drinking great beers I’ve never seen or heard of. a little something about making a good an old school Toyota Landcruiser. Th ey Plus, making new friends. Th e worst: Not getting to drink. Aft er moving to Raleigh from don’t make that model anymore, so when party with all the people getting drunk in front of me. Fort Worth, TX, in 2000, he became the you see one it’s typically beat to hell and . What’s the last thing you crossed off your bucket list? opening General Manager of Th e Flying you’re shocked that even still runs. Seeing the Chicago Cubs play at Wrigley Field. I’m not Saucer. Since then, he has bartended and . What’s your biggest pet peeve? Rude going to lie; I teared up a bit when I saw the stadium managed at Stool Pigeons, proudly worn people. And long walks on the beach. lights as we were pulling up to Addison Avenue on the the tie at Hibernian, worked high volume Wait, no those are my turn-off s and Red Line. nightclubs like Mosquito and laid back turn-ons. Probably my roommate Tang. . Who are the “little people” everyone’s always thanking? Raleigh institutions like Havanas. Most recently, you . What would be your dream vacation? My dream vaca- I’d like to think gnomes play a big role in the day-to-day. can fi nd Ken managing the bar at Th e Union in the tion would probably be for me and a couple of friends to . Favorite city to visit? Chicago. It’s so clean and has so Warehouse District. Ken lives in Raleigh with his awe- go on a two week holiday in the wild west driving cattle much personality, and it’s home to the Cubs. Runner- some German Shepherd Echo and his “way less awe- from New Mexico to Colorado. Along the way we might up: Emerald Isle, NC. My family goes every year, and to some roommate” Tang. just learn a life lesson or two. As long as it’s a dream me, it’s the place where the real world disappears. vacation I’d like the trailboss to be named Curly. . What song is on heaviest rotation right now on your . Do you have a signature shot? I don’t really have a sig- . Proudest moment? Teaching Will Gibbs to pick up iPod? I just saw Muse at the RBC Center and it was one nature shot. I prefer to think of it as a fi nishing move. four bottles at once to make a Long Island Tea and then of my top three shows of all time. I’m rotating through I do it only for special occasions, and I’ve never seen passing on a hatred of making them. their entire catalog. another bartender do it. I take two customers and ask . Biggest time waster? I’m a bit of an internet enthusi- . Best meal you’ve had in Raleigh? Nothing really sticks for a number between 1 and 10 to each of them. Th e ast. Probably my iPad. out as the best, but every time I eat at Sono, I feel like fi rst pick is the number of liquors I put in the shot; the it’s been years since I’ve had sushi. It’s so good! I always second is the number of mixers. A 10 and 10 is pretty Colin Couch, or “C-Bear” as this self-described big teddy end up ordering too much. easy but a 10 and 1 can get dicey. bear is aff ectionately known, made his bartending debut . Favorite memory at Busy Bee? A karaoke event when . What’s the most embarrassing thing on your iPod/ at Tir na nOg. Th ese days, you can fi nd him pouring we were slow one night involving Ke$ha and profuse iPhone? Not embarrassing for me, but I keep a stash drinks and melting hearts at Busy Bee Cafe and Th e Hive. sweating. of compromising pictures of bartenders from around When he’s not introducing people to new beers or making . Best quality a girl can have? Deep pockets. No, but town on my iPhone. I intend on dashing some political the best Sting and Queen Bee you’ve ever had, he enjoys really, they have to be outgoing, funny and good look- aspirations some day. watching movies, playing on his co-ed kickball team and ing. (See, I’m not shallow.) . Favorite subject in school? It’s been a long time since I experiencing new people, food and drinks. Don’t threaten . Favorite game to play as a child? Doctor and hide- was in school. Favorite subject? Maybe history? Did they him with a good time! and-seek. I’m quite the physician, ever knock down that wall over there in Germany? . What beer do you usually rec- and even though I’ve always been . Do you have a secret talent or hobby? Secret hobby is ommend when someone asks for a big boy, I could always fi nd the probably my love of hip-hop square dancing. It really is a suggestion? I always recom- best hiding places. a lost art these days. mend that people try something Santos loves to hear your suggestions . What’s your dream job? My dream job would be Mil- they’ve never had. Whether it be for awesome bartenders that she lionaire Lottery winner. I would love to have an oppor- a particular beer or style, I can won’t interview. Drop her an email tunity to invest in friends and exact revenge upon my point you in the right direction. and say hello: melissa@raleighdown- nemesis. Like a modern day J.R. Ewing (look it up kids). . Best/worst thing about your job? towner.com
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The amateurs
An interview with William “Shep” Shephard, an inter- appreciate our stuff . I love the an advisor and volunteer. Th e esting, altruistic and kind-hearted soul who loves area and the people. We had a house unfortunately burned music, local history and good friends. Reggae shop on the coast for a down in 2007, which was tragic. while so we were able to spend I’d like to see a replacement for how did The amateurs first come to life? We got a lot of time down there. this building, a re-creation. We started in 13 aft er college. I wanted to write, even have the fl oor plan of the so I started with poetry. I come from a family of how would you describe your house; hopefully one day we’ll gospel singers, but I personally wasn’t very musi- sound? We have this American have enough of its original cally accomplished. I started inviting musicians slant to our music that rocks contents to have it duplicated. over; they would jam and I would write the music. a Reggae beat, so I guess you’d call us Rockin’ Since then, we offi cially have a federal exemption, I wanted to start a band, but one without the ego, Reggae. We aren’t Jamaican, so technically it’s not so it should be easier to raise funds and have our which is why I decided to call it Th e Amateurs. offi cial Reggae. Reggae that rocks—it’s not a sail- dreams recognized. As in, “For amateurs, you’re not boat; it’s a motor boat. I think Reggae music has so bad.” I also found this old a unifi cation theme, with a broad interest among You’ve started a few side projects along the way, dictionary from the 100s that all races and cultures and is the perfect medium Couch Disc golf and Stick Together? Yeah, Couch defi ned amateur as “one who has for bringing people together. Disc Golf is just like it sounds: it’s a fun and com- a love for something.” Th e name petitive game of skill that can be played inside or kind of stuck, although some of let’s veer off topic a second and talk about something outside while sitting. Th e discs and basket look the guys gave us a hard time with that’s important to you. Tell us about your involve- just like the full version, just smaller and easier it, like our gigs being referred to ment with the latta house Foundation. Th e Latta to carry around. Stick Together is my version of as amateur night. A lot of people House was located on the original site of Latta juggling sticks—a baton and two control sticks. didn’t really know what reggae University, founded in the late 100s by Reverend It’s something I’ve enjoyed learning and master- was back then, so it gave us a Morgan Latta to educate underprivileged and ing for years, and the art of juggling sticks has chance to spread the love. My goal was—and still orphaned children in Raleigh’s black community. actually been around for centuries, showing up in is—to put a twinkle in somebody’s eye. We love I was the caretaker for the house, living in it for civilizations all over the world. If anyone wants to play, and aren’t looking for stardom; just fun. seven years, trying to help raise awareness about to grab a Stick Together set or learn more about Being in Th e Amateurs is a good way to meet Rev. Latta’s work. When he built the house, he Couch Disc Golf, they can drop me an email at people and make friends. was a slave of the Cameron family, and he wrote [email protected]. a book in 103 that chronicles his life and how how has the band changed over the years? We’ve he built this school. During the late Reconstruc- • Look at the People: http://bit.ly/amateurs-look gone through several diff erent iterations of band tion period, right aft er slavery ended, Rev. Latta • Ganja Man is Coming to Town: http://bit.ly/ members, as people come and go. I’m the only was one of Shaw University’s fi rst students. I’m ganjaman original band member still here. Our main lineup just trying to keep the Latta history alive because • Johnny Be Good at Hibernian with Foster and is Chris Macon on guitar, Mike Canale on bass, it’s an important part of what Raleigh is today. I Blade: http://bit.ly/amateurs-hibernian Eric Broadway on drums, and Davis on bass began the Latta House Foundation and was its • Couch Disc Golf Facebook page: http://on.fb . guitar. And me as songwriter/vocalist/congas. fi rst president for a number of years, and now I’m me/couchdiscgolf We have a few diff erent people who play sax and back-up vocals. Th e music is essentially the same as it’s always been: fun and infectious. We’re just up there on stage having a great time and hope that everyone in the audience is doing the same.
What’s your favorite amateurs song? I’d have to say “Look at the People.” I put it on YouTube about a year ago, and it got 1,000 hits. It’s a song about people fi ghting for their freedom during the Iranian protest.
Do any of your shows stand out as a favorite? I have always loved playing the coast; everyone’s on vaca- tion and ready to party, so they’re the most fun people we get to be around. Th e folks in Nags Head, Beaufort and Wilmington always really Th e Amatuers on stage at the grand opening of Southland Ballroom
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 21 LOCAL HISTORY In Flames: Raleigh’s Fight against Fire by Charis Guerin, Raleigh City Museum
rom its founding in 172 through the destroyed in two hours. and personal sacrifi ces. Fturn of the twentieth century, Raleigh Th e State House in Union By the turn of the experienced numerous fi res. Some of these Square survived the out- twentieth century, great fi res devastated parts of the city while others break, only to burn down improvements in Raleigh’s caused minor damage. With the creation 15 years later during an fi re regulations, fi re com- and expansion of the city’s fi re companies, eff ort to renovate and fi re- panies and water supply improved water supply and the acquisition of proof it in June of 131. system enabled the city appropriately maintained equipment, Raleigh In 11, almost 30 to more effi ciently con- transformed itself into the city it is today. years aft er Raleigh’s trol outbreaks. At the Jacob Marling painting of the completed Raleigh’s original design called for four establishment, the city remodel of the State House in the 0s. Th is beginning of 100, four of the city’s main streets to lead towards fi nally organized its fi rst version of the Capitol burned down in 3. fire companies consist- Union Square, with each street measuring company of fi refi ghters Architects did not complete the construction of ing of 0 paid and vol- the current Capitol until 0. feet wide and buildings on each side. All aft er the purchase of a CourtesY oF tHe nortH Carolina state arCHiVes unteer members helped other streets were to measure 66 feet wide. “very complete Fire- to protect Raleigh’s 13,643 Th ese widths, along with the shade provided Engine from Philadelphia, with a Supply residents and 1. square miles from disasters by trees, served as deterrents for potential Pump, a suffi cient length of Hose, Fire- like that which occurred in 113. Th ose com- fi res. But as Raleigh’s population grew, more Hooks, and Chain.” However, due to poorly panies were Rescue Company No. 1, Victor buildings made primarily of wood were con- planned and unenforced fi re regulations, the Company No. 2, Capital Hose Company No. structed along the city’s streets, thus increas- fi re engine was poorly maintained. When 3, and Hook and Ladder Company No. 1. In ing the risk of fi re. In 102, to reduce this another fi re occurred in 123, the engine’s addition, the city operated and maintained 127 threat, Raleigh’s citizens supported fund- inadequacy and the city’s continued lack of public hydrants, 30 alarm boxes, three horse- ing for a hand-drawn fi re engine that could a reliable water supply came to light. Shortly drawn hose wagons, one horse-drawn hook pump 0 gallons of water per minute. How- aft er, city commissioners created a committee and ladder truck, eight horses, and one horse- Built in 0, Metropoli- ever, the ability of this fi re engine depended to organize volunteer fi refi ghters, but with a drawn steam fi re engine on reserve. tan Hall was a multi use on a reliable water supply, which Raleigh did catch: if less than 40 men volunteered each Raleigh now has 27 fi re stations, 2 engine building that included a fi re department in its basement. not have. As a result, the city decided not to year, the city could draft additional members. companies, and a number of ladder and rescue CourtesY oF tHe raleigH CitY MuseuM purchase the fi re engine. In addition, should the fi re bell ring, “all free companies, as well as over 500 personnel, that Approximately ten years later in 113, a males in the city were required to report with help protect over 400,000 residents in approx- North Carolina law allowed the city to create their fi re buckets under penalty of fi ve dollars imately 140 square miles. Today’s fi re engines, regulations for fi re control. Th is control took fi ne for every failure to do so.” such as those at Fire Station 1 (Central Fire the form of a bell that would be sounded to Yet fi refi ghting was not only a man’s world Station), pump 1,500 gallons per minute and alert all citizens should a fi re erupt. Kept at in the early 100s. Th e daughter of Casso’s Inn extend their aerial ladders 100 feet. For more Casso’s Inn and Tavern—then located at the founders Peter and Margaret Casso, Hannah information on Raleigh’s fi re department his- corner of Morgan and Fayetteville Streets— Casso Stuart, fought fi res alongside the city’s tory, visit: www.raleighfi rehistory.org. the bell was put to use when a large fi re broke men during these tumultuous years. Stuart Th e Raleigh City Museum is located at 0 Fayetteville Street out in 116. Unfortunately, Raleigh’s citizens even destroyed her home’s kitchen to create in downtown Raleigh and is open from 0am–pm Tuesday through Friday, and pm–pm on Saturdays. Check out our were initially unable to keep it from spread- a fi rebreak between buildings on three diff er- newest exhibit, Portraits of Raleigh II: Images of a City and Her People, Series Two, which will open December 3, 00. If ing and as a result, 51 wooden buildings on ent occasions. As a result, she is considered you have any questions, please call .3.3 or check out the fi rst two blocks of Fayetteville Street were one of the city’s fi rst heroes for her bravery our website at www.raleighcitymuseum.org.
Welcome the holiday season with Raleigh City Museum as we go back in time for a fun, historic celebration!
Saturday, December 11 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Make your own Christmas ornaments Watch the original Miracle on 34th Street Each visitor is entered to win in our raffle Keep warm with cider and festive cookies Admission is $5 per family
Also, remember to do your holiday shopping at Shop Downtown. The event runs December 4 - December 23. All museum store items 20% off Dec. 4
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Local Gallery News M H, Art Editor
had one very positive response are drawn to the subject of the painting, of the sea or begin to close in like Venus to American Chronicles: the Art a small, fragile African-American child, Flytraps. Surfaces, rough or smooth, glit- I of Norman Rockwell—the retro- dwarfed by four burly U.S. marshals ter with color. Since Rockriver uses every spective that opened the renovated East whose heads disappear o the upper edge piece of glass that breaks away or falls in Building of the North Carolina Museum of the canvas. the oven, many of her pieces are essen- of Art this month—it’s great fun. And here and there among the SEP tially assemblages. Needless to say, the creator of hun- paintings an aside by Rockwell takes the Patton’s work employs any number dreds of covers and illustrations for e viewer slightly beyond the obvious. Overt of familiar approaches to abstraction— Saturday Evening Post and other journals sex was taboo but a doll might appear patches of color, squiggles, marks, also covered the American landscape in an enticing posture. Except in ser- scratches. But with all this she creates a with a good deal of savvy kitsch—the vile positions, African-Americans rarely sense of depth that gives meaning to her jolly Dickensian coachman cracking his appeared, but Rockwell could get close; insistence that the work came into being whip for a Christmas cover, the sweet his “Family Tree” is rooted in an ugly a er a hike in the Blue Ridge. “Lost in upper-middle class child returning from pirate. From him stem two branches, one Love” is clearly the best in the show. A her summer vacation, the runaway boy aristocratic and upper class, the other few lines of graphite mark the immedi- perched on a café stool while a policeman containing a heavily bearded Westerner ate surface. Levels are created by layers and a counterman lean and his Indian consort, of paint and strokes of blues over blues, Girl by Bob Trotman, paint and over, all beati c smiles. but all resulting in a blue- tempera on white pine oranges over yellows over grays. Grays But John Co ee, assis- eyed cherub. Every face is, emerge and move like a dark stream into tant director of NCMA, of course, almost comi- dashing face emerges on the canvas. And the depths of the canvas. makes a good case for cally derivative, but the for those of us who feel slighted and want ree very di erent artists ll every seeing a degree of con- point is made. to see more of the covers, large walls of inch of Lee Hansley’s galleries. In the ict and complexity in Rockwell could play the exhibition contain over of them, center are eight bold pieces by George some of Rockwell’s work. any number of imagina- divided into decades. But remember, Handy— ve or six deep, oddly shaped ere is the startling tive variations on a theme. even Rockwell felt compelled to point out wooden panels in yellows, ochres, blues, discovery that, toward A fairly delicate painting that he was scarcely painting life as most greens, are piled on oddly shaped panels. the end of his life, once of a mid-teen girl star- us live it. Every edge, marked in red, seems to run relieved of the saccharine ing wonderingly into Four smaller shows also mark the counter to another. straitjacket created by the Triple Self Portrait by a mirror, a photo of an opening of the building: “Bob Trotman: Small dramatic paintings by Sam family magazines that Normal Rockwell, oil on canvas adult woman in her lap, is Inverted Utopias”; “Binh Danh: In the Shelby ll every inch of two rooms on had made him wealthy, Rockwell moved matched by a comic image of another on Eclipse of Angkor”; “Fins and Feathers: one side of Handy. ick swirls of paint determinedly into paintings support- a subway, schoolbooks in her lap, hiding Original Children’s Book Illustrations”; create green forms against light skies. ing the civil rights movement of the ’s, her face with a magazine cover of a star. and “John James Audubon’s e Birds of Individually the canvases can be e ec- though his basic technique never varied. Some of the covers have become iconic; America.” “Inverted Utopias,” set in the tive, but painting a er painting takes the e most striking of these, painted the triple-portrait of Rockwell painting museum’s new North Carolina gallery, is same road. On the other side of Handy, during the ght over desegregation, himself is no doubt the most famous. We something of a corrective to Rockwell’s Kenneth Peters attempts a series of Hop- places ve gures against a blank concrete see the back of his head as he stares into coy and idealized visions—painted wood peresque images, lone buildings against a wall carrying the word “Nigger” and the a mirror, an eyeglass-covered face star- statues of men and women fall, sink into dramatic sky, some quite moving in their remnants of a thrown tomato. Your eyes ing back, while a very di erent, far more the oor, hide, and crack open. “Vertigo,” own right. a self-portrait, dangles from the ceiling. A matron, fully coi ed, earinged and NC Museum of Art | www.ncartmuseum.org groomed as she might be in a Rockwell American Chronicles: e Art of Normal Rockwell | Nov –Jan cover, falls head rst. Bob Trotman: Inverted Utopias | Nov –Mar At Gallery C the walls are covered with Binh Danh: In the Eclipse of Angkor | Nov –Jan abstract paintings by Diane Patton, and Fins and Feathers: Original Children’s Book Illustrations | Nov –Jan the oor is lled with the small but aston- John James Audubon’s e Birds of America | Nov – ishing, glass ceramics of Sally Rockriver. Rockriver’s glass is put through a quasi- Gallery C | www.galleryc.net controlled chaos that makes each piece Diane Patton & Sally Resnik Rockriver | Oct –Nov unique. Edges may erupt with droplets of frozen glass or ow like some creatures A q u a r e by Sally Resnik Rockriver, ceramic glass
RALEIGH DOWNTOWNER MAGAZINE | DOWNTOWN RALEIGH’S PREMIER MONTHLY | VOLUME 6, ISSUE 11 23 RaleighBusiness
DOWNTOWN SNaPShOT From the Downtown Raleigh alliance
Dear Reader, Make downtown part of your holiday shopping experience! We are very excited to announce “Shop Downtown,” a new DRA program that kicks off Sat- urday, Dec. 4th from 10 am-4 pm with “A Taste of Retail.” Even our most avid Downtowner support- ers may not realize that we have 31 unique shops in David Diaz the area. Come see them all and enjoy light bites President and CEO from popular dining establishments starting at Downtown Raleigh Alliance www.YouRHere.com noon (while supplies last). Participating retailers will off er discounts throughout the day and shop- pers may enjoy live performances by outdoor entertainers. For more infor- mation, visit www.ShopDowntownRaleigh.com. And on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 2- pm, shoppers will enjoy a unique shopping experience during “Shop, Sip & Cinema,” featuring retailer dis- counts, trunk shows and wine samplings from 2-5 pm. At 5 pm shoppers are invited to the NC Museum of Natural Sciences for a mini reception with complimentary wine, champagne and sweet treats followed by a FREE screening of Sex and the City 2 at 5:30 pm. Aft er you enjoy shopping downtown on Dec. 4, grab your mittens and scarves and make your way to City Plaza for the AT&T Raleigh Winterfest (for more information go to www.RaleighWinterfest.com). Th e two-month long extravaganza features an outdoor skating rink with natural ice. Th e admission price is $ per person and includes skate rental. A FREE, family- friendly celebration of fun-fi lled activities at the AT&T Raleigh Winterfest kicks off with the opening celebration on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 4 pm until 10 pm and the rink will stay open until 11 pm. Opening night will feature performances by two headliners, Jaron and the Long Road to Love and Christian Kane along with a special holiday performance by Th e Embers. Th ese much anticipated performances along with acts from local choirs and bands, dance groups and a multitude of other entertainers, a visit by Santa Claus, carriage and carousel rides and a dazzling holiday tree will be featured in a half-hour long holiday special on ABC11. And the AT&T Raleigh Winterfest Ice Rink will continue to be programmed with fun events for all ages through the end of January 2011. Please enjoy this issue of the Downtowner Magazine.
24 Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 Uncorked
Th ere Are No Stupid Questions by Joel Morgan
rom time to time I receive email questions from readers about wine—to which I am Fhappy to attempt to answer. Aft er all, asking questions is the most basic way in which we gain knowledge, no matter what the subject. One of the great things about wine is that it is a constant process of learning new facts, new vintages, new winemakers, and new ways to pair with food. In this issue, I’ll be answering some questions I’ve received lately. If you have your own wine questions, you’re more than welcome to drop me an email at [email protected]. are there any everyday ways to improve prevent the growth of microbes in nature. your wine palate? ~ C. Parnin First, let Th ey can be seen on grapes in the faint me begin by saying that your palate gray fi lm on the skin of a grape. Sulphur is unique to you and no one else. Not is used in winemaking from the time the even twins have the same palate. Th ere grapes arrive to the time the wine is bot- are a few simple ways to improve your tled. It inhibits and binds oxygen which palate though: One would be to not put slows down the aging process for wine. on cologne/perfume or brush your teeth Without sulfi tes, a wine would normally right before a wine tasting. Another not last longer than 1 months. Many thing you can do is taste the wine at a of the most famous wines in the world correct temperature—50-60F for whites, would not be what they are today without 55-65F for rose’, and 62-6F for red wines. many years of slow aging, a result of using Also, taste wine in an order: white before sulfi tes. Th ere are, however, no specifi c red, light-bodied before full and regular types of sulfi tes used solely for red wine wines before dessert wines. Another thing that helps is in or white wine production. Many people claim to be allergic lieu of just “drinking” the wine, use the 5 S’s Method: See, to sulfi tes. One way to see without going to a doctor would Swirl, Sniff , Sip, and Savor. be to eat a food high in natural sulfi tes such as dried apri- cots. If you eat those and have a reaction, then you might be Did the movie “Sideways” have an effect on Pinot Noir and allergic and should see a doctor to be sure. If you don’t have Merlot? ~ D. Braswell Very much so. Pinot Noir had been a problem then you may be in fact more sensitive to higher gaining in popularity at a slow, steady pace until this movie levels of tannic acid present in most red wines. became a hit and then all things changed. Pinot Noir became the new “it grape” and its popularity exploded. are there any Wine for Dummies classes available? ~ D. Very soon many more winemakers were of the mindset that Dadlani I wouldn’t call any educational class a “Wine for they had to have a Pinot in their portfolio. But Pinot Noir Dummies,” but there are many tasting and classes in the is a fi ckle grape to grow and many of the wines produced area. Th e locally-owned wine shops such as Th e Wine Mer- in the ensuing rush were mediocre at best. Restaurants chant, Seaboard Wine Express and Barley & Vine all have began to bulk up their listings of Pinot as well, but many educational tasting and a well-trained staff to enlighten were just there to give the appearance of a large selection. you on the wines you taste. Additionally, there are more Consequently, Merlot took a serious hit and many wineries structured wine events off ered by these places to increase suff ered from the negative stereotype encouraged by the your knowledge. Th ere’s a series of classes/instructional movie. One interesting thing, though, is that many Merlot wine classes called Windows on the World that off ers producers realized that they would have to step up their classes, diff erent courses and a self-guided book education game and improve the quality of their wine. More annoy- by the same name. Th e book itself is a great guide to under- ing than interesting is the fact that the price of Pinot Noir standing wine in a general manner, and I highly recom- shot up greatly as a result of the movie, adding to its mys- mend it. Keep in mind that no one knows everything about tique as a fi ner style of wine, even though not always true. wine; everyone in the world of wine is in a constant state of learning new information. When are sulfites added in winemaking and are they grape- Joel is a wine distributor for Epicure Wines, committee member specific? ~ E. Norby I would be remiss if I didn’t start by for Triangle Wine Experience and an avid wine geek. He can be saying that sulfi tes are a naturally occurring compound that reached at [email protected].
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 25 “Familiar Endings” 79 “I, Claudius” role 8 Musical symbol 69 Shade of blue 80 Hard to catch 9 Emperor under 70 Secret __ ACROSS 81 Power tool? Pope Innocent III 71 Violent anger 1 Bear mascot of the 83 Stock holder? 10 Galleys with two 72 Admired stars 1980 Moscow 88 1969 Bob Dylan hit banks of oars 73 Georgetown ath- Olympics 91 Fate 11 Post-ER area letes MONTHLY CROSSWORD PUZZLE 6 Like some dancing 93 “Three Coins in the 12 Unofficial Seabees’ 74 Fund for later yrs. 13 Grunt’s position Fountain” fountain motto 75 Irreverent NBC hit 18 Modern messages 94 Baltimore daily 13 Hardly the macho 76 Something to take 19 Horace’s “Ars __” 95 Fa-la link type in the afternoon 20 Roll player 97 Maker of PowerCat 14 100 clams 80 Best of the stage 22 Memorable 1994 soccer shoes 15 Aqaba is its only 82 Wear a long face film exhortation 100 Divided sea seaport 84 Climber’s challenge 24 Well-fortified, in a 101 Crime show with 16 Corrida cry 85 Parade honoree way two spin-offs 17 Scouting prizes 86 Hunter of fiction 25 __ Pie 104 Wilson’s predeces- 20 Means to get in 87 Get to 26 Nail site sor touch 89 Parent/teen stick- 27 Ruthless 107 Lehane crime 21 High dudgeon ing point 29 Q5 maker novel about a 23 Whomps 90 Jellystone Park 32 Intrude missing girl 28 Adventurers / doc- bear 34 ’60s activist Bobby 110 Lively movement umentarians 92 CRT part 35 Skipping no pages 112 “Twelfth Night” Martin and __ 96 Tale starter, per- 40 Spirited horse duke Johnson haps 42 Nintendo’s 114 Foe of the Iroquois 30 Period, e.g. 98 Scratch Super __ 115 Complete 31 Seals, as a deal 99 Grab __: eat on 43 Game show name 117 Navig. aid 33 Support, with “up” the run 44 Originate (from) 119 Like many beach 35 Hacks 101 Rupert of “The 45 Bribe bums 36 Earthen stewpot Reivers” 47 “The Gold Bug” 124 Sports no-no 37 Zig or zag 102 __ Oldest Rivalry: author 125 Continually 38 Perk recipient Virginia/North 49 “If you prick us, do 129 Goes after crus- 39 Muscat’s land Carolina annual we not __?”: “The taceans 41 They may include college football Merchant of 130 Access, in a way ht., wt., skin color, game Venice” 131 India’s first prime etc. 103 Lays to rest 51 Understood minister 46 Academy teacher 105 Dietitian’s forte 53 In detail 132 SAT segment 48 Pleistocene, e.g. 106 __TV: “actuality” 59 Feature of many a 133 Paul Anka love 50 Team with a mas- network bad review song with a cot named Uga, 108 “Piece o’ cake!” 62 Here-there link Spanish title familiarly 109 Hankers 64 Pitching staff lead- 134 Bee killer, at times 52 Bryn Mawr under- 111 “Beavis and Butt- ers grads head” spin-off 65 Have in spades 54 Etcher’s supply 113 Elegance 66 “Hold it!” DOWN 55 Have a __: crave 116 Go down a bit 68 NASCAR racer 1 No more than 56 Ex-senator Trent 118 Compos mentis Mark 2 1989 Radio Hall of 57 Nitrogen-based 120 No, across the 70 Penn or Pitt Fame inductee dye Bering Strait 71 Defend one’s prin- 3 Went under 58 Law closing? 121 Vintage pop ciples bravely 4 Old player 60 “Pipe down!” 122 Bring home 75 He-men 5 10-time Gold Glove 61 Crüe-ish? 123 Put under 77 __ Tunes winner Roberto 63 Was relentless, as 126 Dawn deity © Tribune Media Services By Robert A. Doll from the Los Angeles Times 78 Needing ice, 6 Loan no. a storm 127 NBA stats All rights reserved Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Nichols Lewis maybe 7 Want ad letters 67 Reef ring 128 To boot
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26 Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 DeSigNiNg great sPaCes it’s Moore Square’s Turn by Trisha L. Hasch, MUP
oore Square was orig- new plaza that can host both grand and Minally conceived in impromptu performances. 172 when it was designated Th e proposed design expands the spa- as one of four public spaces tial, experiential and programmatic range in Raleigh. Since then, it’s been the pre- of the Square by introducing a gently mier destination for the city’s high-profi le tilted lawn. An adventure playground public events including concerts, Artsplo- is embedded in the landform, and the sure, area school activities, and summer gentle northern slope becomes an amphi- movies. Moore Square, however, was not theater, or simply a place to sunbathe and designed as a venue for large events and people watch. Sustainable practices such heavy traffi c and, in recent years, had as collecting stormwater in rain gardens become worn and downtrodden. and enriching habitat in the interpreted While Moore Square has always natural area ensure that this design ben- been a valued green space within the efi ts the ecosystem and establishes a con- city fabric, and a ‘pivotal’ space within templative zone for activities including the Historic District, its physical form reading and bird watching. Th e Square and spatial character was far from ideal. becomes multidimensional, off ering Much of the green surface of the Square prospect, large expanses of open lawn, had been substituted with vast mulch and places for refuge and recreation. beds. Th irty years of small-scale ad hoc David Diaz, CEO, Downtown Raleigh changes—planters, walls, benches, light Alliance, is a proponent of the new con- fi xtures, electric junction boxes, and a cept: “Th e successful redesign of Moore kiosk—cluttered the space and adversely Square is a prerequisite for the revital- impacted the visual character and integ- ization of the Moore Square district of rity of the Square. downtown Raleigh. Moore Square is the In 200, Mayor Meeker issued a ‘call center—or the heart—of the district. for ideas’ to reconceive the four-acre will continue as a signifi cant cultural land- recycling bins, all of which would draw Without a healthy Moore Square, the rest square to best serve a new era in Raleigh scape as described in Common Beauty: people to this public space. of the district will simply not live up to that included the recently reopened Fay- History of the Physical Form and Uses of People wanted the Square to be acces- its potential. I would urge downtown sup- etteville Street, City Plaza and the Festi- Moore Square, published by the Raleigh sible and interesting to everyone—adults, porters to get involved in the process.” val site. In response, the Moore Square Historic Districts Commission (200). children, youth, people with disabilities, Get Involved! City of Raleigh Parks National Design Competition, Raleigh’s Elizabeth Meyer, Historical Landscape and elderly. Many suggested making it a and Recreation Department, in collabo- fi rst public design competition, was Architect and project advisor on Stan- place for children since the population ration with the Raleigh Urban Design born. A new design would ideally create dards for Rehabilitation of Cultural Land- of families in Raleigh continues to rise. Center, will host an opportunity to review a unique public space and urban expe- scapes expounded on the need to alter or People continued to support events in the the draft Master Plan for Moore Square rience for the 21st century. At the time, add to a cultural landscape to meet con- Square, both large and small, though more and a physical model of the Square’s pro- Mitchell Silver, Director of City Planning tinuing or new uses while retaining the human-scale functions and activities like posed design. Th e event takes place at suggested, “Since 172, Moore Square as landscape’s historic character. A key com- interactive art, a climbing wall, public art, Chavis Park Community Center, Decem- a public space has evolved. Each genera- ponent of the design refi nement proposed day vendors, a café, street performers, ber . Doors open at 5:00pm for viewing tion has had an opportunity to transform by Christopher Counts Studio has been simple staged events, movies, and chess of the model. At 6:00pm Chris Counts Moore Square to meet the needs of the the desire to make Moore Square more games, received wide-spread support. will present the draft plan and facilitate residents. I am excited that this gen- multi-dimensional without compromis- Ideally, the Square also would give people a question and answer session. To regis- eration has the opportunity to place its ing its integrity as a signifi cant historic the experience of nature, trees and green ter, email [email protected]. For imprint on one of Raleigh’s most signifi - and cultural landscape. Th e design goal space in the midst of a busy downtown more information, contact Cassie Schu- cant gathering places.” has been to transform Moore Square into and hectic lives. macher-Georgopoulos, Project Manager, Christopher Counts Studio in Char- a public space that attracts a broad range In the Christopher Counts Studio’s 1.6.477. lottesville, VA, was selected the winner of of the city’s residents to linger, play and evolving proposal people are drawn into Moore Square is Downtown Raleigh’s the jury-based competition in large part rest in comfort in the company of others. the new Moore Square for the reasons next transformational investment. Dan because of its sensitivity to the existing Th e public asked for this commu- suggested during the continuing public- Howe, Assistant City Manager, remarked site and historic situation and its thought- nal gathering place that would sup- input process. As displayed in the ‘in- during a recent presentation, “Public ful response and consideration of pre- port openness, activity and versatility. process concept plan,’ visitors are pulled landscapes matter; investment in them is competition public input. Raleigh City People also wanted simplicity, diversity inside by a sense of welcome, safety, and an investment in public life.” Council approved Christopher Counts of people and safety. Better lighting excitement. Th e space is well lit with “Designing Great Places” are articles and Studio to continue with development of a was a dominant request as were picnic seating available throughout. Existing news from Raleigh’s Urban Design Center Master Plan for the Square. tables, benches—both moveable and path materials are recycled in the pave- and the City Planning Department. Website: Under the Master Plan, the new Square unmoveable—along with trash bins and ment pattern of an exciting and fl exible www.raleighnc.gov/urbandesign
Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 27 Canes Holiday-Themed Puck Sales by Paul Branecky, carolinahurricanes.com
he Kids ‘N Community Foundation will be off er- that raises money to support children’s organizations the following dates and you too could be part of a Ting fi ve chances for fans to purchase a limited- that focus on health, education, and underserved great cause to help support the community that gives edition Carolina Hurricanes autographed holiday population development. Last year, the Kids ‘N Com- back so much! puck at their kiosk atop section 12 during fi ve select munity Foundation awarded $45,374 in cash grants • November : Make sure you head over to the games this year. to 52 diff erent children’s charities and foundations in kiosk when our Th anksgiving-themed puck will Players’ wives will be selling 300 unique pucks North Carolina. go on sale. Th e puck is white and features a black each month, except for February when they host the Th e themed pucks fundraiser will generate much- and yellow pilgrim hat with a Hurricanes logo in annual Valentine’s Day t-shirt fundraiser. Th e pucks needed funds for children in our community. Come the center. will sell for $30 each. Selling begins when the doors on down to the Kids ‘N Community kiosk on any of • December : Make sure you give your friends open and will continue until all the pucks are sold. and family a present they will truly cherish when Make sure you arrive early, because last season the our holiday themed puck goes on sale. Th e puck is St. Patrick’s Day pucks sold out in just 15 minutes. red and features a red and white candy cane with a Carolina Hurricanes branded bow. Each puck is signed by a Carolina Hurricanes player • January : Help bring in 2011 with a New Year’s- and includes a Certifi cate of Authenticity and a tax themed puck. Th is black puck features a fi rework receipt. Limit is three pucks per person. Cash is rec- with a Hurricanes logo in the center. ommended to expedite the process. • March 6: Th is St. Patrick’s Day puck, our last sale All proceeds will benefi t the Kids ‘N Community of the season, is green and features a pot of gold Foundation. Th e Foundation is a 501 c3 organization with a Hurricanes logo in the center.
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28 Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 29 Dec 2 (Thur) school at 900 Hillsborough st and awards presented at the Capitol for an open house to take in the raleigh garden raleigh Downtowner’s 5th annual Downtown Santa 11:40am. Visit http://jinglebellrunraleigh.kintera.org or Club’s decorations. Call 733.4994. Performing Arts Ball from 7-10pm at the union tavern in the warehouse contact the arthritis Foundation at 250.0433. District. enjoy complimentary wine, Big Boss beer, danc- Dec 9 (Thur) & Events calendar ing and food from local area chef’s while helping out the Dec 4 (Sat) 17th annual Jingle Ball presented by the Capital City Boys & girls Club of wake County. giveaways including Raleigh Winterfest. grab your warm clothes and come Clauses at the Marbles Kid Museum. each attendee is Hurricane’s tickets, restaurant gift cards and much more. to City Plaza for raleigh’s premier holiday event. winter- asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy for a child ages 2-12 Free live music after 10pm. each party-goer is asked to fest is a two-month long extravaganza featuring an outdoor valued at $20 or more and for those not bringing a gift bring an unwrapped toy valued at $20 with a suggested age skating rink with natural ice. this family-friendly celebra- admission is $30 by cash or check. Come eat, drink, dance range of 5-14. if you don’t have time to buy a gift, please tion of fun-fi lled activities at the at&t raleigh winterfest and be merry for a good cause. Dress for this event is cock- bring a check in the amount of $30 made out to the Boys ice rink kicks off with a memorable opening celebration tail attire. no jeans. Visit www.jingleball.org. and girls Club of wake County. Cocktail attire. no Jeans. that will run from 4 pm until 10 pm featuring performances Visit www.raleighdowntowner.com/santa. by two headliners, Jaron and the long road to love and Dec 9 -12 (Thur-Sun) Christian Kane along with a special holiday performance by executive Mansion holiday Open house Tours. the Dec 3 (Fri) the embers as well as local choirs and bands, and a multi- executive Mansion will be decorated for the holidays and Brought to you by Capital Bank and its commit- First Friday in downtown is one of raleigh’s most popu- tude of other entertainers, a visit by santa Claus, delicious the public is invited to visit during the open house. local food and drink, a dazzling holiday tree lighting and country ment to the performing arts and artists in Raleigh. lar evening escapes and is a great fun-fi lled self-guided performing groups provide holiday music throughout the tour to raleigh’s exciting art, music and dining scene. on music headliners that will be announced soon! this Free, open house. no advance reservation is necessary. Call . . | www.capitalbank-us.com the fi rst Friday of every month. galleries, live music and community-wide kickoff event will be followed by two 807.7948 for times. culinary delights abound. experience art in all the down- months of additional programming at the at&t raleigh winterfest ice rink. Visit raleighwinterfest.com. town districts. use the r-line for convenience! Dec 10 (Fri) Nov 24–28 (Wed-Sun) at Marbles is the perfect way the Carolina Ballet presents Pinnochio. an immediate hit Dec 5 (Sun) an evening with elves with audiences the puppet-turned-boy pays us a visit in the Dec 3–5 (Fri-Sun) to start celebrating the holiday! Marbles signature family the north Carolina symphony presents Mozart’s ama- From noon until 5pm enjoy the Boylan heights artwalk fundraiser features a family-style dinner buffet; live music; original Pacifi c northwest Ballet production by acclaimed deus with grant llewellyn, music director. amadeus is the with over 100 artists displaying their work from porches, choreographer Bruce wells. Favorites from Carolina Bal- meeting and greeting our own elves; wintertime crafts and basis for a spellbinding new hybrid of music and theater. homes and studios. Visit artwalk.boylanheights.org/ activities... all in a magical north Pole setting. Price is $25/ let’s repertory of works are also featured on this holiday actors ray Dooley and Michael urie (ugly Betty) star in the aw-2010/welcome.html offering. raleigh Memorial auditorium. tickets may be person (Children under 1 are free, but must have a ticket.) fi rst-ever collaboration between the north Carolina sym- tickets are limited and sell out quickly. Visit www.mar- purchased online at www.carolinaballet.com or call the phony and PlayMakers repertory Company. Don’t miss Balletline at 919.719.0900. Dec 7–Dec 24 bleskidsmuseum.org/elves. this exciting collaboration of two of the triangle’s premier Broadway series south in association with Hot summer performing art organizations. Meymandi Concert Hall. Visit nights present the beloved holiday classic a Christmas Dec 10–19 Nov 26 (Fri) www.ncsymphony.org or call 919.733.2750. Story in a.J. Fletcher theater at the Progress energy presented by the raleigh little theatre. Call the nC symphony presents holiday Pops with the Cinderella Center for the Performing arts. Call 919.831.6060 or visit 821-3111 or visit www.raleighlittletheatre.org. Broadway Tenors. light up your holidays with all Dec 4 (Sat) www.broadwayseriessouth.com. the glitz and glamour of the great white way. Broad- 2010 Jingle Bell Run fundraiser to benefi t the arthritis way regulars Brent Barrett, lewis Cleale and Brian lane Foundation for vital funding for research, programs and Dec 10–11 (Fri–Sat) green team up with the symphony, resident Conductor Dec 9 (Thur) the City Ballet presents The Nutcracker. Call 844.9799 services to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related Capitol Tree lighting Ceremony & holiday Fes- or visit http://city-ballet.com. william Henry Curry and the Concert singers of Cary diseases. the Jingle Bell run includes a 5K Competitive perform renditions of your festive wintertime favorites. tival. Festivities begin with musical performances and run, a 5K recreational run/walk, a 1-mile Fun run/walk children’s activities on the Capitol grounds at 5 pm. the Meymandi Concert Hall. Visit www.ncsymphony.org or and a reindeer Dash for children 10 and under. Prizes Dec 11 (Sat) call 919.733.2750. governor and First gentleman will light the state tree at are awarded for best competitive times, fundraising, and approximately 6:30 during the traditional ceremony on the Miracle on Fayetteville Street from 1–4 pm spon- costumes. registration begins at 8:30am at saint Mary’s south plaza. after the ceremony, visitors are invited inside sored by the raleigh City Museum. go back in time for a
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30 Raleigh DOWNTOWNeR MagaziNe | Downtown raleigH’s PreMier MontHlY | VoluMe 6, issue 11 fun, historic holiday celebration by watching the original Dec 31 (Fri) 1st Annual 1947 version of Miracle on 34th Street while enjoying The NC Symphony New Year’s Eve Celebration. A cider and festive cookies. Explore your creative side as special night of music, dance, dining and great company. we make Christmas ornaments and other holiday deco- Begin the evening with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails at the rations. Everyone will have the chance to win a prize in Marriott City Center. Then on to a concert at Meymandi our Kris Kringle Raffle from businesses such as Target, Concert Hall as the Symphony welcomes the four winners Theatre in the Park, and Carolina Ballet. Admission is $5 of the Triangle Talent Search to the stage for a showcase December 11, 2010 – 10 AM per family. Please call 919.832.3775 for reservations. of Broadway, classical and rock music led by Associate Conductor Sarah Hicks. After the concert, head back to Natty Greene’s Pub & Brewing Co. Dec 11 (Sat) & Dec 18 (Sat) the Marriott and journey back to the Roaring ’20s with jazz Downtown Raleigh Santa’s Trolley. Join Holly the Elf on the Raleigh sounds, food and drinks. View the complete multi-course Bring a $15 new toy, your bike, Trolley as she searches for Santa in downtown Raleigh. dinner menu online. The Atomic Rhythm All-Stars provide your helmet, and your holiday cheer! Families will tour Raleigh with Holly as their guide and the big band music you love. Rooms at a special Sym- make a special stop to get a taste of Santa’s favorite treat. phony rate are available. For tickets or more information, • 6- & 12-mile group-ride options Begins at Mordecai Historic Park. Admission is $10. Get visit www.ncsymphony.org or call 919.733.2750. • Post-ride get-together & raffle your tickets at http://reclink.raleighnc.gov or by calling 919.857.4364. Dec 31 (Fri) • Toys will be donated to The Women’s First Night Raleigh is a weather-proof New Year’s Shelter of Wake County (wcwc.org) Dec 11–12 (Sat-Sun) Eve celebration of the arts and community featur- Historic Oakwood Candlelight Tour of Homes ing performances in 28 indoor and outdoor venues www.fsseries.com/tourdetoys featuring 11 historic homes decked out for the holi- throughout downtown Raleigh. Festivities include days between 1–7pm. There will be a trolley circulating the early afternoon Children’s Celebration, early & through the neighborhood to take tour-goers to select late countdowns, the People’s Procession, music, trolley stops located near the tour properties. Tickets are dance, theatre, the giant Acorn Drop, and fireworks. $15 in advance or $20 the day of the tour. Visit www. Scheduled to appear are Annuals, Crucial Fiya, Justin historicoakwood.org. David, Barbara Bailey Hutchison, Bob Margolin, Lenny Marcus Trio, Red Herring Puppets and El Gleno Dec 11–12 (Sat-Sun) Grande and more. Admission buttons will be available Raleigh Ringers Christmas Concert. World- at local Harris Teeter and Etix beginning December renowned hand-bell choir, the Raleigh Ringers, puts on a 1. Buttons are $9 in advance for children and adults. holiday show. Meymandi Concert Hall. Call 831-6060. Children five and under free. At the event, buttons are $10 for children ages 6-12 and $12 for adults. Begins at 2:00pm and until midnight. Call 919.832.8699 Dec 12 (Sun) or visit www.firstnightraleigh.com. Oakwood Waits present their Annual Benefit Concert to benefit Hospice of Wake County at the Unity Church of the Triangle at the Long View Center **** from 7:30-10 pm. Oakwood Waits perform in authen- (If you would like to have your down- tic 1840s attire with beautiful renditions of traditional, town Raleigh events listed, please email to classical, ethnic, and popular Christmas songs in many [email protected]. Space is languages. The cost is free, but donations accepted. Visit www.oakwoodwaits.com. limited, but we will try.)
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