FEARRINGTON HOMEOWNERS 
NEWSLETTER 

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COMMUNITY NEWS

WHAT YOUR FHA DOES FOR YOU -- SECRETARIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Most residents may think that the responsibilities of the Secretary to the FHA Board have very little relationship to the day-to-day life of the residents of the Village.  Let me point out a number of ways that what I do has a very direct impact on the life and times of Fearringtonians.  I am responsible for informing you about what goes on at the Open Meetings which you may or may not attend.  Not only are the minutes of those meetings posted at the various mail kiosks around the Village but also at the FHA office and at Galloway Ridge. What you may not know is that the Board meets about every two weeks for what we call work sessions and I record those minutes and share copies with all Board members.  I also keep a Book of Resolutions which records significant actions taken by the Board.   Just to make sure that everyone is informed I also see that a summary gets into the Newsletter and also on to the website.

Another important activity involves making sure that every resident, even those who may not be around for the annual meeting gets an opportunity to vote for those FHA Board members who are up for election and also any other items for which the by-laws require a vote, and that includes annual dues.  For those who are away during the meeting, ballots are made available in the FHA Office so their vote can be counted.  For non-resident owners, a special mailing is prepared with a self-addressed, stamped envelope so that their votes can also be counted. No hanging chads in this operation - everyone’s vote is counted.

Leonard Kreisman
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YES INDEED, WALKERS AND DRIVERS MUST LEARN TO OUR FEARRINGTON ROADS – IT’S THE LAW!

The issue of pedestrian safety has again been brought to theof the RSC this month.  Sharing our roads is dependent on both drivers and walkerstheir responsibilities to one another. Our limited number of walkingand sidewalksthem few alternatives. Even so, below is a repeat ofcurrent North Carolina pedestrian lawit applies to both groups:

"Where sidewalks are provided, it shall be unlawful for any pedestrian to walk along and upon an adjacent roadway. Where sidewalks are not provided, any pedestrian walking along and upon a highway shall, when practicable, walk only on the extreme left of the roadway or its shoulder facing traffic which may approach from the opposite direction.  Such pedestrian shall yield the right-of-way to approaching traffic."

"Drivers in turn must take care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian on any roadway and shall give warning by sounding the horn when necessary. They must also exercise proper precaution when observing a child or any confused or incapacitated person upon a roadway."

Peter Thomas, Health, Safety & Security
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WHAT’S GOING ON IN FEARRINGTON

FEARRINGTON DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB

It's June and summertime and that means a steady schedule of duplicate bridge for the Fearrington Duplicate Bridge Club. Come join us. We will play every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place during June, July and August. We hope you will come as a twosome; but if you need a partner, call Joan Angevine at 642-0042. Come and meet our new director Marty Demko and enjoy an afternoon keeping on your toes with players of all skill levels and ages. Just a note to members who were given information about a conflict on June 18 – the Census Bureau commitment has been cancelled so we will meet as usual that day.
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AM BOOK CLUB.

Join us at the AM Book Club to discuss On Account of Conspicuous Women by Dawn Shamp. We will meet on Wednesday, June 18, at 10:00 a.m. in McIntyre’s Book Store. It is noteworthy that the author will also be at McIntyre’s for a reading from this historical novel on Saturday, June 28. All residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge are welcome to participate. Please contact Barbara Thompson at 542-6021 with questions.
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FEARRINGTON FILM CLUB PRESENTS….

Inherit The Wind (127 minutes, B/W, courtroom drama) will be shown at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 5 at The Gathering Place.

Spencer Tracy and Fredric March are at the top of their acting profession as they portray two opposing attorneys battling in a case that rocked America. The story is based on the notorious 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial when a Tennessee schoolteacher was arrested for teaching Darwin's theory of evolution which was contrary to state statute. Names are changed but you will recognize the personas of Clarence Darrow and William Jennings Bryan. This movie of power and intensity has held up over time due to excellent performances, superb direction from Stanley Kramer and compelling issues that remain relevant and controversial in today's world.

Join us for a thought-provoking evening. Peter Vig will lead a discussion following the film.

No film is planned in July or August but put Thursday, September 4 on your calendar when the Fearrington Film Club will resume showings.  You can contact Juergen Goldhagen (545-0598) or Carol Kurtz (542-3582) if you have any questions.
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FEARRINGTON RAILROAD CLUB

The informal gathering of the Fearrington Railroad Club will take place on Wednesday, June 25, between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. All Fearringtonians and non-villagers interested in railroads and trains who would like to join together and share their interests in this loosely-knit, like-minded group are invited to gather at my home at 880 Millcroft Close in the village. For additional information, please contact Gary Carlson via e-mail at shortlineoneATearthlink.net or by phone at 542-2022.
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VEGETARIAN CLUB

The Vegetarian Club will hold an end-of- the-year outing at Rosemary House, opposite the General Store in Pittsboro, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11. The dinner will be catered by Chatham MarketPlace. This is a repeat of last year's delightful outing and was requested by so many members. Karen and Mac Pullen have graciously agreed to let us use their Vegetarian Bed and Breakfast once again. The cost of the dinner is $16 a person, payable at the dinner or ahead of time. Checks should be made out to Nita Glickman and can be dropped off at 4072 Lenoir Close. Guests are welcome to attend the dinner but please notify the hosts Larry or Nita Glickman (542-4213) or SandyGapin (542-3076) by June 9. Please meet at the Gathering Place at 6:15 p.m. in order to carpool.
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VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR

Diane Lyons and Sally Earnest recently received the first "Above & Beyond Award" from CORA's President, Udo Koopmann. The award will be presented annually to individuals who have provided outstanding volunteer service to CORA during the preceding year. A permanent plaque will be placed in the CORA offices.
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MUSIC IN THE AIR  - JUNE 8th

Bluegrass is what you wanted so here it comes on Sunday, June 8, at the Swim and Croquet Club upper lawn from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.  Please note:  in the event of foul weather, The Gathering Place will be the location. Our final spring concert will feature Sweet By and By.  Here is what has been said about this lively group I discovered at the General Store in Pittsboro:  “Sweet By & By weaves captivating three-part vocal harmonies and traditional instrumentation into old-time bluegrass standards and contemporary originals. The result is a fresh take on the all-female string band that is both pure and simple in its approach and rich in its ultimate effect.”

Bring chairs if you wish but plastic chairs will be available.  There is no entrance fee but we pass the hat to reward our musicians.

For those who like to plan ahead, we will feature, on September 21, The Dixie Dukes, and the Durham Savoyards will perform in October.  Stay tuned!
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FEARRINGTON CONCERT SERIES ANNOUNCES 2008-2009 SEASON

The Fearrington Concert Series offers a varied season of musical groups for its 2008-2009 season, the series’ 17th year.  The schedule is as follows:

October 5.  The Degas Quartet. - A Fearrington debut by one of America’s finest young dynamic string ensembles.

November 11.  David Friedlander, violin; Jonathan Kramer, cello; Jeremy Thompson, piano - a newly formed, highly acclaimed piano trio.

February 8 - Chamber Choir of Durham Choral Society, Rodney Wynkoop, conductor.  (Tentative) A return visit to Fearrington by this 30-voice select chorus.

March 8.  Jimmy Gilmore, clarinet; Elizabeth Beilman, cello; Mayron Tsong, piano -  a new collaboration. Tsong is new to Fearrington; Gilmore and Beilman are frequent visitors.

May 3.  Advanced students from the North Carolina School of the Arts at Winston-Salem.   An annual appearance by a select group from one of the world’s foremost arts conservatories.

All concerts are held in The Gathering Place on Sundays at 3:00 p.m. The series is by subscription.  Renewal notices will be sent to current subscribers in June; they will have until August 1 to renew.

New subscribers may apply for season tickets by contacting John Gabor by mail (583 Fearrington Post) or by using the Concert Series box in The Gathering Place kiosk.  The subscription price is $60 per person.  For more information you can contact George Hunt at 542-1750 or at huntkgATearthlink.net.
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SWIM & CROQUET CLUB

The Swim and Croquet Club is now open and all residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge are eligible to join.  Membership forms are available at the FHA website. (Click here.) Please print out the application and place the completed form, along with your dues, in the Swim and Croquet mailbox at the Gathering Place Kiosk. If you have questions, please contact Jean Green, Membership, at 545-0941.

All summer activities for the Swim and Croquet Club including water aerobics classes and special activities such as the Pancake Breakfast in June, the Fourth of July party, the Ice Cream Social in August and the Croquet Party in September will be posted on the website and the bulletin boards at the pool.  Come join us and have a wonderful time at the pool!
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FEARRINGTON WOMEN’S CLUB

BBQ and More: The Fearrington Women's Club is very grateful to the many people who contributed to making the recent BBQ a great success, both to aid Chatham County charities and to enjoy the evening. The spirited and clever entertainers and the plentiful delicious food made for a wonderful event.  Many people contributed to this success: those who donated food, drink, and supplies, the decorators, the bartenders, the cooks, the servers and the clean up crew.  Special thanks to outside donors: Harris Teeter, Lowe’s Foods, Cliff’s Meat Market, Trader Joe’s, Boston Market, Whole Foods, Burger King, and Carolina Brewery.

Book, Bake and Boutique Sale (2009): Cleaning out your home, moving in and finding things you cannot use or moving out with things you no longer want?  The Fearrington Women’s Club welcomes gently used books and boutique items (mirrors, lamps, paintings and prints, glassware, dishes, serving pieces, table linens, decorative pillows, decorative garden items, and other home accessories) for sale in our annual fundraiser next February.  During June, please call Duffy Holland, 542 6350, to arrange a drop off.
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FEARRINGTON AND HABITAT: KICKING OFF THE CAMPAIGN TO BUILD OUR 6TH HOUSE!

June marks the kick-off for the Fearrington Village campaign to sponsor our 6th house for Chatham Habitat for Humanity. This is our opportunity to again highlight our caring for fellow Chatham residents and the community at-large through not only our many volunteer hours and efforts but also through raising a home in Pittsboro for Tracy McInturff and her young son Tristan. This is our chance to again improve a family’s life in a lasting way.

We need your support; $50,000 in fact, to match the $25,000 Galloway Ridge folks have already pledged to raise towards the house. It may seem like a lot, but we have five previous houses that have been sponsored by Fearrington for Chatham Habitat and we know that it can and will be done. We have a wonderful way of life here in Fearrington- it’s time again to help another family achieve the blessings of a community life, as well.

For more information about Chatham Habitat, the green building planned for the home and what your contribution will help with, please contact FV/Habitat Sponsorship steering committee members Guy Baird, Doug Carson, Linda Lang, Ruth Leonard, or Barbara Thompson.

Thank You, Fearrington Village!
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EVENTS IN THE VILLAGE

Sunday, June 1 - Monday, June 2 Herbs & Local Farmers Market Cooking Class - A class for gardeners & gourmands, it is the ideal opportunity for gardeners and culinary enthusiasts alike. Students create gourmet dishes using produce picked from Fearrington's Organic Garden and local farms. Includes wine and hors d'oeuvres reception, gourmet dinner at The Fearrington House, overnight accommodations, full breakfast and hands-on instruction. From $820 per couple (single rates available) depending on choice of accommodations. (919) 542-2121.

Thursday, June 5, at 7:00 p.m. - Author Event: Sarah Addison Allen will read from The Sugar Queen. In this irresistible follow-up to her New York Times bestselling debut, Garden Spells, Allen tells the tale of a young woman whose family secrets—and secret passions—are about to change her life forever.

Friday, June 6, at 2:00 p.m. - Author Event: Lauch Magruder, a former Mississippi attorney who is now living in North Carolina, is the author of Without Regard, a highly-regarded legal thriller whose storyline can be compared to Erin Brokovich. It is a fast-paced story full of government cover-ups and political intrigue.

Saturday, June 7, at 11:00 a.m. - Poetry Event: Alex Grant & Roy Jacobstein Nationally-acclaimed local poet Alex Grant returns to McIntyre’s to read from his second collection of poems, The White Book, along with Roy Jacobstein who will read from Fuchsia In Cambodia: Poems.

Tuesday, June 10, at:00 p.m. - Author Event: Wayne Caldwell will be back for a second reading of Cataloochee, now in paperback. If you missed the hardcover event for this book, you’ll want to join us as we celebrate the paperback release.

Thursday, June 12, at 7:00 p.m. - Author Event: Karen Abbott will discuss Sin in the Second City, now in paperback. A New York Times Bestseller when first released in hardcover, this is Karen Abbott’s titillating milieu of the posh, world-famous Everleigh Club brothel that operated from 1900 to 1911 on Chicago's South Side.

Friday, June 13, at 2:00 p.m. - Author Event: Andre Dubus, author of the New York Times bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club selection House of Sand and Fog, comes to McIntyre’s to read from his new big-hearted, painful, page-turning novel, The Garden of Last Days.

Saturday, June 14, at 11:00 a.m. - Author Event: Nancy Drew Horan, a writer and journalist whose work has appeared in numerous publications, visits McIntyre’s to read from her first novel. Loving Frank, now in paperback, is a fictionalization of the life of Mamah Borthwick Cheney, best known as the woman who wrecked Frank Lloyd Wright's first marriage.

Sunday, June 15, at 6:00 p.m. - Ramey Cellars Wine Dinner - Sommelier Maximilian Kast and Chef Graham Fox host this gourmet wine dinner at The Fearrington House. $150 per guest, plus tax & gratuity. Call (919) 542-2121 for reservations.

Thursday, June 19, at 7:00 p.m. - Author Event: Nina de Gramont visits to read from her book Gossip of the Starlings.

Friday, June 20, at 2:00 p.m. - Author Event: Gary Carlson, Fearrington author, will join us to read and share photos from New England Short Lines In Color, his latest in a series of books about small railroads.

Friday, June 27, at 2:00 p.m. - Author Event: Kerriann Flanagan Brosky, author, photographer and historian from Long Island, New York, joins us at McIntyre’s to discuss and sign her latest endeavor, a cookbook project entitled Delectable Italian Dishes for Family and Friends.

Saturday, June 28, at 11:00 a.m. - Author Event: Dawn Shamp comes to McIntyre’s to read from her debut novel On Account of Women. A new writer with great charm, a light touch, and serious intent, Dawn Shamp is a major talent.

Sunday, June 29, at 3:00 p.m. - McIntyre’s Author Event: Elisabeth Payne Rosen will read from her debut novel, Hallam’s War.

For further information about any Village events, please contact Sarah Matista at  542-4000 ext. 270.
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PITTSBORO LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

Join us for the June meeting of the Pittsboro Library Book Club. It will meet on Tuesday, June 3, at 6:45 p.m. in the Reeves Gallery at the library.  The book is The Madonnas of Leningrad by Debra Dean.  You might want to look at http://www.hermitagemuseum.org/ for more information.
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FEARRINGTON CARES

Providing services for health, wellness and independent living for the Fearrington community

NURSE’S NOTES FROM JOYCE BAIRD

Are you age 75 or older?  Do you want to remain in your home?

Aging in place is desired by many older adults. Fearrington Cares, in conjunction with UNC and the Senior Center staff, is embarking on a 15 month research project to test a program to help participants be able to remain at home longer with a higher quality of life.  In addition, the project will explore methods to prevent decline and an unwanted move from home and community and will compare occupational therapy preventive home visits with other interventions.

Fearrington Cares will hold an informational session on Tuesday, June 3, at 11:00 a.m. in the Gathering Place, during which we will discuss the development of this interventional program in Denmark, and a currently enrolling National Institutes on Aging study for older adults living in the local community.  If you wish to be involved and meet study criteria, you may qualify to be enrolled in this research study.

An information sheet with details is available at the Fearrington Cares Center. This information has also been posted in the mail kiosks.  At the June 3rd session study leaders Sue Collola and Judie Svihula from the UNC Occupational Therapy Department will discuss the program and answer any questions you have about the project.

Massage Therapy a Huge Success

Our collaboration with Body Therapy Institute (BTI) continues to be a great benefit for the Fearrington community.  Thanks to Cindy Owens and Tricia Pales, BTI students, Fearrington Cares was able to offer 40 hour-long massages to Fearrington residents in April and May.  As usual, we had more residents wanting to take advantage of this program than we had appointments.  Hopefully, we will be able to offer this program again in the future.  Keep an eye out for the notices around the Village and in our “local press.”

Killer Clots

With the vacation and travel season upon us, keep in mind the risk of blood clots (embolism) due to immobility – think “flying on a crowded plane.” One of the risks of flying is formation of blood clots in the deep veins of the leg caused by being immobile for long periods of time. Other risks include immobility for hospitalization, illness or major surgery.  Symptoms of a clot may include swelling of the leg, pain or tenderness in the leg, red or bluish color and/or a warm spot on your leg.  If a blood clot comes loose and travels to your lung (called a pulmonary embolism), it can cause a sudden shortness of breath, chest pain (sometimes sharp/stabbing), cough and/or bloody mucus.  If this happens, get IMMEDIATE (as in 911) medical attention.

SUPPORT FEARRINGTON CARES BY PURCHASING A FLAVORS OF FEARRINGTON COOKBOOK

Enjoy the best of Fearrington home cooking when you use the fantastic recipes found in the Flavors of Fearrington Cookbook. In it you’ll find the best kitchen-tested recipes cooked up by over 200 of your friends and neighbors. Also included are recipes by current and former Fearrington House chefs. The proceeds from this beautiful addition to your cookbook collection go to support the many services offered by Fearrington Cares.

Drop by the Fearrington Cares Center to buy your copy today.  Price: $30.00
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FEARRINGTON CARES JUNE CALENDAR

Please note:  The following programs will be held in the Fearrington Cares Center unless otherwise noted.

Blood Pressure Clinic – Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.-noon

Grief Support Group –Third Friday, June 20 -10:00 a.m.

Parkinson’s Support Group –Adjourned for summer vacation – Will resume in Sept.

AA – Every Wednesday – 7:00 p.m.

Informational Session for UNC’s Aging in Place Project (see above article) – Tuesday, June 3, 11:00 a.m. – Gathering Place
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FHA NEWS

MINUTES OF THE MAY  FHA  MEETING

An Open Meeting of the FHA was held on May 8, 2008 with14 residents in attendance.  A progress report on the decision to use a single management firm for the various phases in the Village was presented by Vice President Mary Lou Einloth.  A contract will be signed with HRW to start on July 1, 2008.  At this point all phases are involved with the exception of Country House V which may join later and Bush Creek Town Homes which will join in January when their current contract runs out. The new contract will provide for John Lawton, a principal with HRW, to spend 1 or 2 days on site and the Customer Representative will be here 20 hours a week.  In response to a number of questions it was pointed out that the Board would still be in control of policy decisions and that R.B. Fitch was in favor of the move and has offered financial support for the endeavor.  It was also noted that there would be coverage since calls to the office, when it was closed, would be forwarded to another number and someone would be available to respond 24/7.  The contract was for a year so that the parties involved could evaluate the success of such an effort at the end of the period before any renewal.

Mary Lou Einloth also reported on next steps on the resident survey which had been reported at the last Open Meeting.  She indicated that the Board would be spending a session analyzing those suggestions which involved Board actions but there were other suggestions which were R.B. Fitch’s or the municipality’s responsibility about which the Board could not act directly.

Walter Jernigan, Treasurer, reported that the Association’s budget was in bounds and that CAS (the current management agent) was following up on those homeowners who had not paid their dues. He also pointed out that with declining interest rates the FHA’s earnings from funds in reserve would decline in the coming year.

Carol-Ann Greenslade, of Grounds & Facilities, reported on snake activity in the playground area and warned residents to be cautious since the spring is a more active season for snakes.  The Beaver Pond continues to be an issue.

In Harriet McGraw’s absence Mary Lou Einloth indicated that the Covenant Committee is preparing some guidelines to cover issues involving trees and structural changes which may impact neighbors.  Also, discussions are taking place about enlarging the Board’s Covenant Committee.

Barbara Thompson, of Community Affairs, reported on the success of the Volunteer Breakfast and indicated that some residents were interested in developing a Welcome Committee to add a more personal touch to the welcoming of new residents.

Peter Thomas, Chairman of Health, Safety, and Security, reported the need for residents to be more cautious, stemming from the recent robbery on Spindlewood. Suggested phone numbers for emergency purposes were distributed and will be posted on the website.  It was also suggested that anyone finding keys at the kiosks or other places turn these into the FHA office rather than hanging them up in the kiosk. Peter also noted that a new Community Emergency Response Team training would be starting soon.

Lowell Kennedy, for The Gathering Place, reported that groups were now using the renovated kitchen and he was pleased with their reactions.

Additional resident input involved questions about the decision to abandon the Vendor Book. Other residents pointed out that the Bulletin Board was a good source for the kinds of information formerly found in the Vendor Book. Concerning the signs around the Gathering Place at election time, it was pointed out that unless there was an exception provided by the Board of Elections, any refusal to have signs might result in the Gathering Place no longer being used as a polling place.  Another resident pointed out that people were not cleaning up after their dogs and those that did were leaving those bags all over rather than disposing of them properly.  Also, it was noted that walking dogs off leash, as well as not picking up after dogs are covenant violations.

Mary Lou Einloth announced her resignation as of May 20, 2008, and Ken Talbot was appointed as Vice President to serve until the next annual meeting.

Leonard Kreisman, Secretary
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HELP TO KEEP OUR VILLAGE 'SWEET AND CLEAN'

There have been reports of dog droppings and plastic bags containing droppings on walking paths and roads in Fearrington Village. Please carry a bag and pick up when your dog does his/her thing. You'll need to carry your treasure home with you as well. REMINDER: Pets must be on a leash and under supervision when not on a resident's premises.
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NEWSLETTER-CALENDAR EDITORS

Mary Hammond
545-2026 Fax: same
prinnyATmindspring.com

Dinah McAllister
542-4414
dinahATnc.rr.com

Dinah McAllister edited this issue. Mary Hammond will edit the combined July/August issue.  The deadline is Sunday, June 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