FEARRINGTON HOMEOWNERS 
NEWSLETTER 

CONTENTS
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COMMUNITY NEWS

WHAT YOUR FHA DOES FOR YOU

Each month a Board Director will describe services the position provides for residents of Fearrington.

Vice President:  In addition to standing in for the President in an absence, the Vice President has oversight of the FHA’s program of communication with the community. An overall Communications Committee periodically reviews the types and frequency of communication with Fearrington and Galloway residents, receives feedback from residents and committee chairs, and makes recommendations to enhance communications to residents.  Specific committees include many volunteers who contribute their time and energy to provide for you the following:

Newsletter – Published 11 times a year and delivered to your door by Block Captains. Contains news from your FHA Board, Fearrington Clubs, Fearrington Cares, and other events within Fearrington Village and outside organizations, and changes to the FHA directory.

FHA Handbook & Directory – Published annually.  In addition to the complete directory of residents who have elected to be included, this book provides important service and emergency phone numbers, the FHA Organizational Chart and Board of Directors information, Service Groups, Block Captains, maps and a directory by street.

FHA Website – An easy-to-use vehicle to receive recent news, Board minutes, Fearrington Groups and Fearrington Cares information, an online version of the Newsletter & Directory, Triangle Area Movies, local announcements, and much more.

FHA Office with Hospitality & Service Center – Open Monday through Friday from 9:30 to noon.  Send a FAX, copy documents, ask questions, and meet your neighbors.

Planning - Ad hoc committees are formed as needed for Strategic and Long Range planning.

Survey – A group created to document, analyze and take action on opinions and ideas from residents.

Please continue to let us know of your wants and needs regarding communications from your FHA board.  Thank you.

Mary Lou Einloth, Vice-President

PS – THE SURVEY - If you have not completed the survey recently sent to those with a registered email address, please do so now.  If you need a paper copy, come to the FHA Hospitality & Service Center at the rear of the gathering place. Deadline is 12:00 noon, Tuesday, February 5.
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WHAT’S GOING ON IN FEARRINGTON

FEARRINGTON SWIM AND CROQUET IS GEARING UP FOR SEASON OPENING

The Fearrington Swim and Croquet Club is planning for its open house in early May.  Our beautiful facility is open for swimming from mid-May to mid-October and for croquet throughout the year.  All residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge are eligible for membership.  We offer recreational swimming, the ever-popular water aerobics, lots of sun and shade, a variety of parties, ample time for socializing and relaxing and much more.

An active membership is required to participate in all programs of the club.  Membership fees are due by February 15.  Returning members are asked to place their checks along with the application form sent to each member by mail in the Swim and Croquet mailbox at the Gathering Place Kiosk.  New 2008 members may obtain more information by contacting membership chair Jean Green at 919-545-0941 or club president Bill Stempfle at 919-642-0350.

“Going to the pool” is a great way to entertain visiting friends and family (especially grandchildren). Houseguests are always welcome, at no additional charge.  Summer is a-comin’in-see you at the pool!
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STITCHERY GROUP SEEKS NEW MEMBERS

The Stitchery Group is looking for new members. We are a congenial, relaxed group that meets in our homes with no refreshments served. If you have a started project and need help, would like to share a craft skill and be in good company-join us. – Rital Slotnick 542-1988 or Jean Hagen 542-0927.
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DUPLICATE BRIDGE AT FEARRINGTON

Come play Duplicate Bridge with us (sanctioned game). We meet at the Gathering Place at 1:00 p.m. sharp on the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesday afternoon of each month. It's lots of fun and we are always happy to see new faces. For information or if you're looking for a partner, call Joan Angevine 642-0042.
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ARTS & CRAFTS, ETC

ARTS & CRAFTS, ETC. is informed that our guests for February 4 at 1:30 in the Gathering Place have “hatched” from the Arts Incubator in Siler City and now have their own gallery shared with other artists, The Raleigh Street Gallery.  Two of the artists–and possibly more–will talk about and display their work.  Chana Meeks began as a watercolorist and now is a multi-media artist, and Karen Sheaffer Brown does everything from garden pieces in glass, cement, etc. to jewelry.  These two adventuresome women should inspire us by their work and illuminate us about the center for art now flourishing in Siler City.

And, save Wednesday, April 23 for a guided tour of the distribution center of Vietri , world famous for handcrafted Italian dinnerware, which will include a private showroom showcasing all of Vietri’s collections.  A delicious meal in historic Hillsborough is also planned.

P.S., specialty shops abound in Hillsborough.   Don’t miss any of it.
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FEARRINGTON FILM CLUB PRESENTS

Hopscotch, a 1980 comedy (104 minutes long) will be shown on Thursday, February 7 at 7:00 at The Gathering Place.  When Miles Kedig (Walter Matthau) gets fired from his top CIA job, he doesn’t get mad – he gets even!  After thirty years with the “Company” he knows plenty of secrets and he decides to tell all by writing a book.  With the help of Isobel, a Viennese widow (Glenda Jackson), Kendig uses his super spy techniques to outwit and outrun the growing army of secret police on his trail.

Join us for an evening of laughter as you see why Walter Matthau remains a favorite actor for so many of us. Membership for the FFC is $10 for a film shown the first Thursday of each month through June.  $3.00 per film for non-members.  Popcorn, snacks and soft drinks will be provided.

Questions?  Contact Carol Kurtz, 542-3582, CarolMcKurtz@embarqmail.com.
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FEARRINGTON PALETEERS

The 14th Annual Art Exhibit will open at the Gathering Place on Sunday, February 10 with a reception from 3 to 5 p.m. In addition there will be a Bin Sale of matted but unframed pieces. We will also have two drawings for pieces by Carolyn Davenport and Marrianna Osolin- Putnam.

All Fearrington and Galloway Ridge residents and their guests are welcome.
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FEARRINGTON HAVURAH

Rosa Perelmuter Ph.D., will speak at the Fearrington Havurah meeting on Tuesday, February 12.  Her topic will be "Reflections on Cuban-Jewish Exile."

Professor Perelmuter was born and spent her formative years in Havana, and is presently Professor of Spanish at UNC-Chapel Hill.  She obtained her doctorate at the University of Michigan.  Both the professor and her mother emigrated from Cuba to the United States and this presentation will describe the experiences and feelings surrounding those journeys.

This meeting will take place at the Gathering Place, beginning with refreshments at 7:15 p.m. followed by Profesor Perelmuter's talk at 8:00 p.m.  Newcomers and guests are always welcome.  For further information please call Fred Levitt at 542-4494.
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VEGETARIAN CLUB

The Vegetarian Club will meet on Wednesday, February 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gathering Place. Our featured speaker will be Jane Norton, "Chief Visionary Officer", of Eartheal, a not-for-profit organization whose primary focus is developing the Community Green Guide, an online and print resource for everything green and sustainable in the Triangle area. Ms. Norton has a B.S. in Interior Design and a Master's degree in Community Design and Landscape Architecture. As an adjunct faculty member at the Center for Creative Leadership, she co-created the Leadership for a Sustainable World Research Project.

Join us for our potluck dinner and this very interesting program. Guests are welcome to attend the dinner and/or program. For further information, call Sandy or Mike Gapin at  542-3076.
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GREAT DECISIONS

Great Decisions is happy to have Michael Cotter, Fearrington resident and State Department emeritus, talk to us about “Talking to the Enemy.”  Join us as we contemplate a change in current policy about communication with those with whom the United States disagrees. This skill is likely to be high on our country’s new President’s agenda. We will meet at the Gathering Place on Thursday, February 14 at 1:30 p.m.

You might want to read the article from the Great Decisions Foreign Policy Association 2008 booklet entitled “Blacklisting the EnbreeceATmindspring.comemy” to be found at McIntyre’s Book Store. Just ask Jamie at the desk for a copy. If you have questions about the program, please contact Caroline Talbot 542-9986 or kctalboyATaol.com
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FEARRINGTON WRITERS MEETING

The Fearrington Writers Group will meet on Monday, February 18 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place. Meetings are open to any Fearrington resident who is currently writing or just thinking about writing. In addition to regular meetings, the Writers Group sponsors self-directed workshops for persons who have an interest in writing poetry or prose. These two groups hold monthly meetings.  To learn more about the Writers Group, visit the FHA Web page and click on “organizations.” You are also welcome to contact Barry Reece at  breeceATmindspring.com or Forrest Greenslade at fgreensladeATnc.rr.com.
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GARDEN CLUB

Here we go again!!  Happy New Year, as we plunge into the second month of 2008.  We are excited about all the challenges and opportunities of 2008. Our February Meeting, February 19 at 7:30 p.m. will feature “Organic Gardening”.  Ashley Mattison, co-owner of the “5th season” will be our presenter.

Their garden and supplies store is wonderful, and a real experience just to browse. Besides the traditional ‘plants, beautiful pots, accessories etc., I found the growing of special species in incubator type conditions fascinating.  I’m personally looking forward to Ashley’s presentation.

Two reminders, our annual tour to central Chatham high school’s horticulture program with Mr. Julian Smith in April, and our year’s final “regular meeting/annual banquet meeting”.  We will have more details in our Clippings, (on line), and at our February meeting.
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AM BOOK CLUB FOR FEBRUARY

Join us at the AM Book Club, where men and women meet to discuss selected readings each month. Our choice for February is “A Spot of Bother” by Mark Haddon. We will meet on Wednesday February 20 at 10:00 a.m. at McIntyre’s Book Store. All residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge are welcome to participate. Please contact Barbara Thompson 542-6021 with questions.

Wednesday, February 20, 3:00 p.m. at The Gathering Place. Women in Medicine: Leah Devlin, DDS, MPH, NC State Health Director, will speak on “North Carolina Looks at the Pandemic.”  Join us to hear one of NC’s most senior executive women speak on a topic that we all need to understand in order to protect ourselves and our families.
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FEARRINGTON WOMEN’S CLUB

Saturday February 23 - 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Book, Bake and Boutique Sale at The Gathering Place.  Plan to shop and lunch at our annual fundraiser for Chatham County charities.  There will be books galore, boutique items, and tasty treats to take home and/or eat on the spot.  Book and boutique donations are welcome until February 20.  Call Susan Albers, 542- 5839.  To donate bake sake items, call Debbie DiSabatino, 542- 2438.

Thursday, March 6: FWC Spring Trip:  Discovering Sanford.  Tour the House in the Horseshoe, a State Historic Site in Sanford, lunch at Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House Tea Room, then see the captivating ‘Mark Twain! On Stage’ at the Temple Theater.  Bus leaves at 8:45; returns at 4:45.  Cost: $55 includes lunch and theater.  Last day for reservations: 2/20.  Contact Barbara Harris at 542-1952.

Looking for Talent!  FWC is looking for talented men and women to entertain at a charity fundraiser in Fearrington in the spring.  To participate or nominate someone, contact Jeanne McNeill, 542-9859 or jeannemcneillATnc.rr.com.
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MACHU PICCHU

Machu Picchu, the "Lost City of the Incas, has received a lot of newspaper travel coverage in recent weeks. This is your opportunity to see and hear about this site, which is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Attend the Fearrington Travel Club at the Gathering Place on February 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy a first hand account of the trip Welshie and Farrel Potts took in October 2007. In addition to the well-preserved remains of the city of 1500 occupants at 9,000 feet altitude, they will show pictures of Cuzco ( the oldest city in the Americas), a host of remarkable sights in the Sacred Valley and the spectacular ruins of Sacsayhuaman, known best by tourists as Sexy Woman.
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DR. EFIRD TO INTRODUCE THE APOCRYPHA

On Monday, February 25, Dr. James “Mickey” Efird, Duke University Professor Emeritus of Biblical Interpretation, will return to the Gathering Place to speak on the Apocrypha.

That term Apocrypha refers to more than a dozen scriptural documents written after the Hebrews returned from their Babylonian Captivity. Because the documents had not found a place in the Hebrew canon by the time Christians determined the books included in their Bible, the new faith overlooked them for centuries. Only much later did Roman Catholics learn of them and place them in their Bible, a decision not followed by many Protestant denominations. The books of the Apocrypha nevertheless provide valuable insights into developments within Judaism during the period often referred to as  "between the testaments." If time permits, Dr. Efird may also introduce his listeners to some of the New Testament's apocrypha.

A long-time favorite of Fearringtonians, Dr. Efird will continue his presentations on March 3, 10, and 17. All four lectures begin at 10:00 am and last ninety minutes. Mark your calendars and get ready to gain new insights from these important writings. All Village and Galloway Ridge residents are welcome to attend the Fearrington Bible Lecture Series free of charge. Please bring a friend.
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AN INVITATION TO ALL LADY GOLFERS ( PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE )

There will be a coffee at the Gathering Place on Tuesday, February 26 at 10 a.m. Please come to get our golf season off to a good start! Any questions, call Mary Stuneck at 542-9985 or Carolyn Thomas at 545-0776.
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FEARRINGTON DEMOCRATIC CLUB

The Fearrington Democratic Club invites all residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge to its Tuesday February 26 meeting at Gathering Place at 7:30 p.m. to hear Hampton Dellinger, candidate for Lt. Governor, share his vision that government can be an ethical, capable, efficient, and positive force that serves the people of North Carolina and continues moving North Carolina forward.

Mr. Dellinger graduated from North Carolina's public schools and a public university and then went on to Yale Law School for his legal education.  He served as Chief Legal Counsel to Gov. Mike Easley from 2001-03, and before that as Special Counsel and as Deputy Attorney General in the North Carolina Department of Justice.  He knows the daily demands on a Governor's time and the unique opportunity the Lieutenant Governor has to think not just about the next meeting but about the next year, the next decade, the next generation. Along with former Lieutenant Governor and four-term Governor Jim Hunt, Dellinger is now a partner at the Raleigh law firm Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice.  Dellinger lives in Durham with his wife Jolynn and their two children.

Note this meeting is at the regular time and date.
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ATTENTION FEARRINGTON VETERANS

The “Veterans of Fearrington” would like you to mark February 28, 7 p.m. at the Gathering Place, on your calendar. All veterans, spouses, friends and students as well as anyone interested in history, are invited to attend. You will hear an account by an “Accidental Witness” to the August 6, 1945 dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima that helped conclude WW II.

Asheboro, North Carolina native, Mr. John McGlohon, will be here in person, relating how he happened to take the only photograph of the “A Bomb” explosion from directly above ground zero over Hiroshima.  McGlohon did not see the top-secret photograph he took from the photographic station on his B-29, for almost 40 years. The story of this historic event by an eyewitness is captivating.

Join us for refreshments after Mr. McGlohon’s presentation. For more information, contact Ken Samuelson at 542-0674.
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FEARRINGTON CASUAL DINNER CIRCLE

The next Dinner Circle will meet on Saturday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m.   The Fearrington Dinner Circle provides an opportunity for Fearrington residents to get to know each other while enjoying themselves in a casual dinner atmosphere.  The March Dinner will feature "Southern Country Cooking".  Pulled Pork BBQ (Memphis Style) will be prepared for everyone as the main entree by a Fearrington barbecue affectianato.  The host couple will provide  wine and coffee.  Southern side dishes will be assigned to attending couples. The total cost of food and beverages is shared equally by all those attending.

If you would like to attend and/or host the March 15 Dinner Circle please email Linda Nelson at lnelson1144ATnc.rr.com or call her at 545-9116 by March 3.
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MCINTYRES

Saturday, February 2 at 11:00 a.m. North Carolina-based bestselling author and poet Joanna Catherine Scott will read from and discuss her first novel, Charlie, which is being re-released. Charlie is inspired by the true story of an American GI who fathers a son in Vietnam and is captured by the Viet Cong.

Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 a.m. Join NC State professor and author Stacey Cochran for a panel discussion titled “How to Publish a Book, How to Get a Literary Agent,” featuring authors J.D. Rhoades and Alexandra Sokoloff. This discussion is ideal for all writers interested in learning how to get a literary agent and how to publish a book with a major New York publisher.

Saturday, February 16 at 11:00 a.m. Debra Dean, author of the bestselling The Madonnas of Leningrad, will read from her new collection, Confessions of a Falling Woman. She presents 10 stories that display the depth and magnitude of her skill as a literary talent.

Thursday, February 28 at 7:00 p.m.  Ted Courtemanche will read from and discuss his gripping new memoir, The Philosophy of Rich. In The Philosophy of Rich, an older sibling sets out to understand and come to terms with his younger brother’s suicide.
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WHAT’S GOING ON OUTSIDE FEARRINGTON

20TH ANNUAL CHOCOLATE CAKE BAKE-OFF

It is time to discover who bakes the best chocolate cake in Chatham County.  Is it you?  The twentieth annual Chocolate Cake Bake Off will be held at the Council on Aging in Pittsboro on Sunday, February 10 from 3:00 until 5:00.

The grand prize will be $100, so find that award-winning recipe that you have stashed away!  Secondary prizes will be awarded, as well.  There will be five prize-winning cakes, which will be served to salivating bystanders for $5 ($3 for children).  The remaining cakes will be auctioned.  Proceeds will support the Council’s programs and services for Chatham County’s older adults.

For more information, please call 542-4512.
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PITTSBORO MEMORIAL LIBRARY

“The Queen Anne’s Revenge” is the title of Linda Carnes-McNaughton’s presentation on February 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Council on Aging Rt. 87 North in Pittsboro. Ms Carnes-McNaughton is a historic artifact analyst and ceramic specialist and has been with the QAR project since 1996. The program is free and open to the public with refreshments.

The library book club will meet Tuesday, February 4 at 6:45 p.m. at the Pittsboro Memorial Library. February's book is the 2007 winner of the YALSA Best Fiction (Literary) Award, Markus Zusak's "The Book Thief."  It is the story of a young girl in Germany during the late 1930’s who arrives in a foster family having just stolen her first book, though she has not yet learned to read. Her foster father utilizes this book to help her sleep after nightmares about the death of her brother.

The February art exhibit in the Reeves Gallery is valentines-vintage, modern and handmade. Participate by placing valentines you wish to display in the box at the library or add them to the exhibit on the gallery wall. Please call Leslie Palmer (929-9268 or LesPalmerATaol.com) to arrange the display of framed fine art, vintage or treasured valentines or if you have an interest in exhibiting your artwork or have questions about the exhibits.
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AAUW TO HOST AUTHOR ELIZABETH SHREVE RYAN

Elizabeth Shreve Ryan, North Carolina author and historian, will speak February 16 at 10:00 a.m. in Binkley Baptist Church on her book, "Orange County Trio; Histories and Tour Guides; Hillsborough, Chapel Hill (and UNC) and Carrboro". Inspired by ghost tales set in Orange County and by her own experience as a resident of Chapel Hill, Ms. Ryan conceived the idea for her book, which is a historical narrative of the inception and growth of Orange County's three major towns.

The "trio" of Orange County includes Hillsborough, Chapel Hill --both founded in the 18th century-- and Carrboro, founded in the early 1900's. Each town has its own special history and character.  Orange County at one time encompassed not only its current location, but also areas that are now in Durham and Chatham as well as other nearby counties.

AAUW (Association of University Women) is pleased to host Ms. Ryan. Please listen to this author and learn about the area in which we live. Our lectures are free to the public and coffee and cake is served. For directions or information, please call Kay White, 542-1138 or Jean Green, 545-0941. See you there!
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CITIZENS COLLEGE

Come and join us for an interactive experience with the Heads of Departments from Chatham County and the Towns and learn “How Your Government Works”. Perhaps a spark will be generated so you will want to get involved with one of the many levels of your government or community, or just learn about the local government around you. You also get to meet many interesting people.

CCEC’s – Institute, Inc. (Chatham Citizens for Effective Communities) presents the newest session of Citizens College beginning February 14 through March 27, Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 9 p.m. We meet at different sites, such as a Fire Department, Emergency Operations Center, Water Pumping Station, a School, etc. The sessions include a diversity of citizens (no more than 25) of all ages, gender, race, and from around the county.

The fee is $20 and scholarships are available. You can fill out an application on line by going to our website at: www.chathamcitizens.org and look for Citizens College. You can also email us at infoATchathamcitizens.org with your questions, or call Rita Spina at 919.932.3132.
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TENSIONS IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Dr. Akram Khater, Associate Professor of History and Director of International Programs at N.C. State University, will explore the issues creating "Tensions in the Middle East" on Friday, February 22 at 11 a.m.  The talk, presented by the Shared Learning Group takes place at the Meeting Room of the Church of the Reconciliation located at 110 N. Elliott Road, Chapel Hill.

A native of Lebanon, Khater holds M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in history from the University of California in Santa Cruz and the University of California, Berkeley.  Before coming to Raleigh he taught at Ball State University in Indiana.  In addition to his numerous articles, reviews, and books in the field of Middle East History, he has been awarded grants and fellowships from the National Humanities Center, American Philosophical Society, National Endowment for the Humanities, Fulbright Foundation, and the Council of American Overseas Research Centers.

This talk if free and open to the public.  For more information call Dorothy Mahan
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MASTER OF THE HOUSE

In honor of Israel's 60th birthday, there will be a staged reading of Israeli playwright Shmuel Hasafri's "Master of the House," which won the Israeli prize for best play in 2003.  The play is still running at a theater in Tel Aviv, and had an acclaimed U.S. debut in 2007 at Laguna Playhouse in California.  Master of the House is a poignant comedy-drama that has as its theme a couple's remodeling of their home as a metaphor for reevaluating their memories.

The Triangle area presentation is being produced by Theatre Or.  (Or is the Hebrew word for light.)  Cosponsors are the Durham-Chapel Hill Jewish Federation and Duke University's Department of Judaic Studies.  Fearrington Resident, Herbert Wolff, has a supporting role in this production.

Master of the House is being staged at Duke Reynolds Theater on Saturday, February 23 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 24 at 2:00 p.m.  Tickets are $15 for seniors and can be ordered by calling the Federation at 489-5335.  For more information email: theatreor@mindspring.com.
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UN ASSOCIATION TO DISCUSS MIDDLE EAST AFTER ANNAPOLIS

Will there ever be an end to the so-called Middle East "problem"? Ever since the formation of Israel (and indeed before that) the area has been a simmering cauldron of political and ethnic differences which seem irreconcilable, and the United States has been involved every step of the way. Based upon his unique reporter's access to developments in that much troubled part of the world and to the Washington policy establishment, and drawing on his latest book, "The Confidante: Condoleezza Rice and the Creation of the Bush Legacy," Washington Post Diplomatic Correspondent Glenn Kessler will discuss the development of the Bush administration's Israeli-Palestinian policy and the prospects for 2008 after Annapolis.

The meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 27, from Noon to 2:00 p.m., at the Carolina Meadows retirement community on Whippoorwill Road in Chapel Hill. Make reservations by sending a check for $17 to Barbara Rodbell, 404 Carolina Meadows Villa, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The deadline for reservations is Friday, February 22.

As a special treat, copies of Mr. Kessler’s book will be available for purchase at the meeting, courtesy of Mcintyre’s bookstore.
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TRANSFORMING OUR COMMUNITY CHARITY AUCTION

Family Violence & Rape Crisis Services (of Chatham County) and ChathamArts will, once again, join forces to celebrate their accomplishments with a Sunday afternoon program at the Fearrington Barn from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on March 9. This partnership will provide an outstanding auction event showcasing local arts and products from throughout the region. They will be highlighting the good works of both agencies and help raise much-needed funds while at the same time offer participants culinary arts, live music, empowering poetry and both a silent and live auction. Sponsorship, donation and advertising opportunities are available by contacting Melody Troncale (FVRC) 542-5445.
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CALLING ALL BOWLERS!!!

The Mardi Gras Bowling Center located at 6118 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill in the Falconbridge Shopping Center has started the Fearrington Village Senior League. The league meets on Friday afternoons at 1 p.m. and is looking to add interested seniors to our group. They are having fun and racking up the high scores, and need people to join in the fun with them! If any questions please call the center at 919-489-1230 or speak with resident Pat Slamin @ 919-542-2903.
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SPRING 2008 SEMINARS UNC  PROGRAM IN THE HUMANITIES AND HUMAN VALUES
(www.adventuresinideas.unc.edu – 919/962-1544)

January 26-  After the Fall:  Russia Post-Communism

February 2- Contemporary Cuba: History, Politics, & Culture

February 8-9-“God’s Problem”:  The Bible and Human Suffering-A Distinguished Scholar Seminar Featuring Bart D. Ehrman, James A. Gray Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies

February 16-Israel at 60, History, Politics, Problems, & Prospects-A Distinguished Scholar Seminar Featuring Gerhard Weinberg,Kenan Professor of History, Emeritus

February 22-23- Paris, Birthplace of Modernity-A Distinguished Scholar Seminar Featuring Lloyd Kramer, Dean E. Smith Professor of History

February 29-March 1-“Worried Sick”:  Human Values and Reforming American Health Care

March 28-29- Going Home Again:  Southern Writers Who Left & Who Returned

April 4-5- Words Without Borders:  Literature and Translation Across Cultures

April 11-12- Portraits of an Artist:  Mozart, Amadeus, and the Invention of Genius

April 25-26- Culture Wars:  Religion, Reason, and Atheism in America Today

May 3-America’s Wars in the Pacific:  the Margins of Empire

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FEARRINGTON CARES

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR MISSED

The unanticipated death of Barbara McMullan, Fearrington Cares’ Volunteer Coordinator, has stunned and saddened us all.  Barb worked tirelessly to organize and support the volunteer programs and services that are such a large part of Fearrington Cares.  She served on the Board for 2006 & 2007, always helpful, always smiling. Please join us in expressing our deep sympathy to Barb’s family and friends.  In lieu of flowers, you may send donations to the Duke Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program (Box 3022 Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710), The Children’s Home Society of North Carolina (PO Box 14608, Greensboro, NC 27415), or to Northwood High School Arts Educ. Foundation (PO Box 894, Pittsboro, NC 27312).
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WANTED: YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

We still have one Officer and one Board position open.  Consider offering your special talents to Fearrington Cares this year.  You can also serve on one of our new committees:  Education, Information Technology, Programs & Services, or Fundraising and Development, or join one of these existing committees: Public Relations, Finance, Independent Living Resources, and Emergency Preparedness.  CALL Barbara Terry for information @ 542-6554.
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DO YOU HAVE CHILD CARE EQUIPMENT?

The Fearrington Cares list of child equipment for loan has been updated and additional equipment is badly needed.  If you have items you are willing to loan to Fearrington neighbors, please CALL: 542-1930.  All types of equipment are needed including high chairs, strollers, car seats, playpens and the like.  Thank you for participating in this very helpful service.
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NURSES NOTES FROM JOYCE BAIRD

Fearrington Cares Administers Shingles Vaccine

The new shingles vaccine, Zostavax, was approved in 2006 for adults 60 years of age and older. The Fearrington Cares nurse can administer this vaccine to those who have a doctor’s order to receive one.  However, you must complete the following steps in order to have the vaccine administered:

You must have a written order and a prescription for the vaccine from your physician.

Order the vaccine from your pharmacy and determine when it will be available for pick-up.

Make an appointment with the nurse to have the vaccine administered.

Pick-up the vaccine (including diluent) from the pharmacy and immediately transport to Fearrington Cares on ice.   Bring the written order from your physician with you.

The vaccine must remain frozen, and mixed and administered immediately after removal from ice.

One-stop Shopping for ILR

The INDEPENDENT LIVING RESOURCES complete files are available to all Fearrington Village residents from 9 to 1, Monday to Friday at the Fearrington Cares office.  Each Wednesday, from 1 to 3, someone from the ILR committee who is knowledgeable about the files will be available to give you help in greater depth.
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FEARRINGTON CARES CALENDAR

Alcoholics Anonymous – Every Wed. at 7:00pm

Blood Pressure Clinic – Every Wednesday, 10am – Noon – Fearrington Cares Center

Grief Support Group –Every third Friday, Dec. 21, 10am, Fearrington Cares Center

Parkinson’s Support Group – Second and fourth Wednesdays at 11:00am. Call 542-1930 to register.

Independent Living Resources – Wednesdays, 1-3pm, at Fearrington Cares Center

Coming in April….Defensive Driving for Seniors

Learn ways to avoid an accident. Attend the AARP Defensive Driving Course, April 17-89, 9:00 to 12:30, in the Gathering Place.  Taught by Joe Geoghegan; sponsored by Fearrington Cares.  To register, call Joe @ 545-0710. Fee is $10.
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ANNUAL MEETING: DON’T MISS IT

The Fearrington Cares Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday February 2, 2008 at 1:00 PM in the Gathering Place.  Joyce Baird, Nurse Manager will give a Power Point presentation to update residents about Fearrington Cares programs and services.  This meeting will also include special recognition of our volunteers and delicious refreshments.  Join us!
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FEARRINGTON CARES MEDICAL LECTURE

On Thursday, February 21 at 2 p.m. in the Gathering Place, Dr. Tim Carey, Director of the Cecil G Sheps Center and Sarah Graham Kenan Professor in the Departments of Medicine and Social Medicine at UNC-CH will speak on "What is Health Services Research and What Has It Ever Done For Me".

An extremely engaging speaker, He received his medical degree from the University of Vermont, trained in San Francisco for internal medicine, made a career stop in Eastern Kentucky and subsequently came to Chapel Hill as a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar. A Sheps Center fellow and UNC faculty member since 1986, he was chief of the Division of General Medicine and Clinical Epidemiology at the UNC-CH School of Medicine from 1991-2000.

Carey is a physician and health services researcher with interests related to evidence-based medicine, access to care, health disparities, and medical outcomes. He has also conducted a number of studies to examine the outcomes of care for low back pain, and is co-director of the joint Research Triangle Institute/UNC Evidence-Based Practice Center examining the strength of the literature on a variety of medical and health policy topics. For more information contact Mary Hammond 545-2026.
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH

2007 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN EXCEEDS GOAL

In the closing weeks of last year additional donations for the 2007 Chatham County United Way Campaign pushed total pledges past $122,000 or 106% of the $115,000 goal for Fearrington and Galloway Ridge.  A heartfelt thank-you to all of the generous donors and to numerous men and women who helped make this possible.  Many men, women and children in Chatham County will have a better 2008 because of their gifts.   -Doug McAllister, Campaign Chair
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LUMINARIES

The Ronald McDonald House in Chapel Hill would like to thank everyone that made donations for the luminaries.  Unfortunately, due to the extreme drought, all the plans for the luminary display, music, and refreshments had to be abandoned.  Still, with all these factors, we raised $4083.40.  Once again Fearrington Village can be proud of their generous people who gave to a very worthy cause.
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Thanks. - Dody Tredinnick
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THE SALVATION ARMY

Many thanks for your loyalty, support and Bell ringing for The Salvation Army during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays. We raised $7,804.35. We had 99 one and one half hour shifts all Fearrington residents. The Salvation Army is grateful for our service to Chatham County.  Lowes has been extremely patient and supportive.

Joan and I have led you for 9 years and loved every minute of it. It is time for us to move on and we shall await a phone call from our next volunteer leaders or leader. We will help next year to make the transition as easy as possible.

All people that are interested in serving please contact me and we can sit down and discuss the duties and responsibilities so The Salvation Army will continue to receive the funds necessary to continue their valuable services to the residents of Chatham County.  Joan and ken Richardson   542-2313
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CORA THANKS FEARRINGTON VILLAGE

Fearrington Villagers have been exceedingly generous to the CORA Food Pantry this holiday season, and we would like to extend a hearty “Thank You!” on behalf of the thousands of hungry Chatham County residents who benefit from CORA each year.

Many donated the pre-packed bags of canned goods at the Chatham Crossing Lowes Food Store bringing in nearly five tons of food.  Another 1,500 pounds of groceries and more than $400 were donated during the collections sponsored by the Great Decisions program and McIntryre's Books.  And through Coldwell Banker Howard Perry & Walston, Fearrington resident Maggie Tunstall obtained sixty turkeys plus fixings that we given to hungry families in time for Christmas.  Great going, Maggie!

In addition to offering financial gifts, many Fearringtonians volunteer at CORA year round.  Without such support CORA could not accomplish its mission to serve families in crisis throughout Chatham County.   So again, many thanks to all of the generous residents of Fearrington Village.  If you would like to learn more about CORA or are interested in volunteering, please call Marci Whittaker, Executive Director 542-5020 (office) or 545-2332 (home).
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LITERACY COUNCIL TO PROMOTE LITERACY IN CHATHAM COUNTY

Once again there is a Chatham County Literacy Council, continuing the work of an earlier council which hasn’t been active in recent years. The Council is partnering with Central Carolina Community College, which will refer students as well as provide tutoring space in the new library building along with other resources.  Another source of students will be adults who hear of us through community outreach.  We hope to have tutors and tutoring locations available throughout the county.  A generous grant from the Galloway Ridge Charitable Fund has allowed us to begin scheduling tutor-training classes in February.

Literacy is a serious issue in Chatham; 22% of County residents read at the fourth grade level or below.   Now, when low-skill jobs are rapidly disappearing and businesses are searching for skilled workers, we urgently need to address this problem, both for the sake of the people who have literacy problems and for the future of our county.

If you are interested in helping by serving as a tutor or volunteer, please contact Beverly Hanly, 542-1867 or bhanlyATaol.com or Bonnie Bechard, 542-0844, or bbechardATnc.rr.com.  Donations will be gratefully accepted; contact Bonnie Bechard concerning donations.
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FHA NEWS

MINUTES OF THE JANUARY FHA BOARD MEETING

In addition to Board members 13 residents attended the meeting.  The Treasurer reported that the budget for 2007 would probably show a small surplus.  In addition he indicated that there were 3 extraordinary expenditures, not covered by the Operating budget.  These were a Reserve study which provided information on some major future expenditures as well as information on funds that should be kept in reserve, expenses involved in the renovation of the Gathering Place kitchen, and  replacement of  the air conditioning unit in the Gathering Place.

Over the next months each FHA Director, in a Newsletter article will describe how his/her responsibilities serve residents.

A major attempt to gather information about residents and what they see as priorities will be accomplished through a survey, which will go on line on January 15. Every person with an e-mail address should complete the survey on line.  For those without e-mail a hard copy will be made available in the FHA Office.  The results of the survey will be shared with the community and will provide guidance for the Board.

The renovation of the kitchen in the Gathering Place nears completion.  A dishwasher and disposal will be installed as well as additional cabinets and counter top and new flooring.  Everything should be completed by the end of February.

The Adopt-a-Highway group will pick up trash along 15-501 on a monthly basis. Anyone interested should check with Ray or Beverly Andrews for additional information.  The new Directory will be available by mid-February and Block captains will be responsible for its distribution.

In the Health, Safety and Security area a number of committees are active. A comprehensive emergency plan is now being prepared.  About 60 residents have completed CERT emergency response training. The Road Safety committee continues to monitor the speed on the Village’s roadways and is examining some broader goals. The Community Watch program is under revision.

Residents have noted various construction sites along 15-501 and in the county generally.  Issues have arisen about wastewater controls as well as conditional use permits so this has caused a slowdown in activity.  The Board continues to monitor these situations.

Concern was raised by a resident about the condition and usefulness of the audio-visual equipment in the Gathering Place and the Board agreed to place this item on its agenda for consideration.

Reminder: The next Open Board Meeting will be held on March 4 at 7 p.m. in The Gathering Place.
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ADOPT A HIGHWAY

Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 9 at 9:00 a.m.: Adopt-A-Highway Pick-Up

GATHERING PLACE REMINDERS AND REQUESTS

Residents are reminded that animals, other than service dogs, are not permitted in the Gathering Place.

Residents are requested to please not use the Gathering Place trash barrels for personal rubbish of any kind.
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FEARRINGTON GREEN SCENE

Our goal is to be responsible consumers of energy, so we recently sponsored a program on Home Energy Audit by Phyllis Smith, Chatham County Cooperative Extension Agent.  Bill Hill, from Air by Design in Wilmington, performed the audit for several Fearrington residents.  The audit report showed each house had numerous air leaks and problems resulting in loss of at least 20% of energy efficiency in the heating and air conditioning systems.

Some of Mr. Hill recommendations are to clean refrigerator coils every six months, cover cracks in heating ducts with thick tape, caulk around windows and pipes, put gaskets under the covers of light switches, electrical outlets, overhead lights and attic fans, seal around heating vents and pipes under sinks, replace missing insulation and cover the ground under the house with heavy plastic.

Fearrington Green Scene is currently contracting with a company that can perform the repairs needed.  Contact us if you would like information about improving your home’s heating and cooling efficiency and reducing your gas and electric bills.
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VILLAGE ROAD SAFETY

As a result of the outstanding effort by the Road Safety Committee (RSC) to raise our mutual awareness, Fearrington Village is a safer place for pedestrians, bikers and animals. However, there is more to be done in developing safer and alternate paths and routes for pedestrians, especially those with special needs; and to remind residents, visitors and vendors of our 25 mph road speed limit.  To this end, the RSC is reorganizing around five topical Working Committees that will be described on the FHA Web Site.

If you are interested in serving on one of the Working Committees described on the FHA Web Site, please call Henry Castner at 542-1602 or Peter Thomas at 545-0776.  Our goal is to organize and launch these Committees sometime in February or March. -Peter Thomas, HSS chair, for the Road Safety Committee
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NEWSLETTER-CALENDAR EDITORS

Mary Hammond
545-2026 Fax: same
prinnyATmindspring.com

Dinah McAllister
542-4414
dinahATnc.rr.com

Mary Hammond edited this issue.Dinah McAllister will edit the March issue. The deadline is Friday, February 15.

Directory Editor; Print and Website Version

Michael Cotter
542-4414
joannenmikeAThotmail.com

Newsletter Printing Team

Paul Niederer, Chair
Ron Davis, Carol Kurtz, Marybeth Hauck, Julie Smith, David Hess, Phil Smith, Joan Hill, Faye Van Oyen, Wally Hill
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REMINDERS ABOUT SUBMISSIONS

It is important that only one designated person submit articles for a particular organization.

Please check your copy (particularly the date and time) before submitting it and mark your submissions clearly "Newsletter" or "Calendar."

There are two ways to submit items:

● E-mail (the preferred method). Both editors have email and can easily redirect items if necessary, but it is best to check above and submit articles to that month's editor. Please send in either e-mail message format or as attached documents in MS Word or Rich Text Format (RTF).

● The Newsletter box at the Gathering Place kiosk. Newsletter submissions must be on full sheets of paper to avoid getting lost. Typed items are preferred – in upper and lower case. Please avoid caps, boldface and italics.
 

Submissions are limited to 200 words but may be further edited for space requirements. The length of  official FHA submissions is not restricted. Formatting is at the editors' discretion.

Please do not leave submissions at the FHA office. Please send calendar items to the Newsletter editor.
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FEARRINGTON MONTHLY CALENDAR