FEARRINGTON HOMEOWNERS 
NEWSLETTER 

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COMMUNITY NEWS

COME TO THE ANNUAL MEETING NOVEMBER 16

Mark the date, November 16, for this important annual Fearrington Homeowners Association meeting where you will elect your new board and have the opportunity to raise with the Board any questions or concerns you may have.  It is critical that there is a quorum, so we urge you to attend.

Come at 4:00 p.m. to vote and to enjoy time with your neighbors at a wine (cash bar) and cheese reception. The Annual Meeting will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. 

If you are unable to attend the meeting, please complete a ballot beforehand.  Ballots are available at the FHA Hospitality and Service Center in the rear of the Gathering Place.  Complete your ballot and leave it at the FHA Office for the Secretary.  We look forward to seeing you at the meeting on November 16.

For your convenience, a copy of the meeting agenda is included on page 9.
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DUTIES OF THE DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT LIAISON

This position is the Fearrington Homeowners Association eyes and ears on what is happening in the area surrounding the community, as well as the county at large that might adversely affect the quality of life of the village.   As such the director monitors the action of the Planning Board and Board of County Commissioners and acts as a liaison between the community and county, regional and state agencies.   The Director can initiate contacts and meetings with organizations for the purpose of exchanging information and/or ideas discuss areas of common interest and/or differences or concerns and finally acts as an ambassador of good will on behalf of the village.

The Director has been working with leadership of the FHA and the Service Groups on issues that affected Langdon and Bradford Place arising from the Knolls of Fearrington Development of Fitch Creations and the Barber development on sixty acres adjacent to the Knolls of Fearrington.  Working together the plans for both these areas were improved. The greatest threat was to the traffic flow in Fearrington Village which came from a request to grant access to the 532 acre McLean property directly south of Bradford Place.  This access route would have added as many as 1000 new cars traveling in and out of this property on South Langdon and Millcroft.   Working with the Service Groups and the FHA, the proposed access was defeated by the Planning Board and the Board of County Commissioners.

The Director chairs the Briar Chapel Information Committee that promotes improved communication between Briar Chapel and the Fearrington Community as well as the Haw River Assembly.  We are particularly concerned about the as-yet-undeveloped commercial property bordering the Creekwood part of the village.  In January Briar Chapel will present an update on their community at an open meeting of the FHA.  

Fearrington Village is an unincorporated community and as such it depends totally on the County Zoning and Planning Office to protect the quality of life in the community.    Among the challenges facing us in the future is encouraging creative road designs to avoid the installation of traffic lights at every intersection between Fearrington Village and the County line.  The protection of the quality of life for Fearrington Village demands we be ever vigilant to what’s going on around our community and be ready to act collectively to protect our community’s interest.
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Sign up for Code Red

As many of you probably know, we had an incident in Fearrington Village recently when an elderly resident was reported missing.  The Chatham County emergency services responded in a number of ways, including initiating a Code Red, which meant that they called those residents of Fearrington Village who had signed up for that service.

When Code Red calls were received in the Village, the Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) informed residents of the situation through the listserv.  Search teams went out from the Gathering Place.  Fortunately, the resident was found and taken immediately to the North Carolina Hospital where he recovered.

The FHA Health, Safety and Security volunteers learned a great deal from this experience and are discussing how to make further improvements. They will also be working with the Chatham County Emergency Services to establish better communications and to help other communities to create similar health, safety and security efforts.

The experience showed us the importance of Code Red calls.  The FHA Board encourages all residents to sign up to receive such calls.  You can do that by going to the Chatham County website www.chathamnc.org/Index.aspx?page=118.  When you sign up be sure to enter your full nine-digit zip code:  27312-5041.
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WHAT’S GOING ON IN FEARRINGTON

FEARRINGTON RAILROAD CLUB

The next informal gathering of the Fearrington Railroad Club will take place on Wednesday, November 12, between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. All Fearringtonians and non-villagers interested in railroads and trains who like to join together to share their interests in this loosely-knit, like-minded group are invited to gather at my home at 880 Millcroft 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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FEARRINGTON FILM CLUB PRESENTS...

Sideways (2004, Oscar winner, comedy/drama/romance) on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER  9 at 6:00 p.m. (Note date and time change), at The Gathering Place. Sunny California wine country beckons two men to spend a bachelor week together before one of them heads to the altar. Miles is a failed writer and Jack is a sometime actor. Both face middle age without much to show for it. On their wine tasting road trip they encounter two attractive women who make them face inner realities in their lives.

After the movie we will sample two wines featured in the movie, Pinot Noir and Merlot. Fearringtonian Ray Mones, devoted oenophile, will elaborate on the distinctive qualities and character of these two wines. He will help us better understand, differentiate and appreciate these favorites as well as describe their use and place in the market.  Contacts are Juergen Goldhagen (545-0598) and Carol Kurtz (542-3582).
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VEGETARIAN CLUB

The Vegetarian Club will meet on Wednesday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gathering Place. Our program will be a recipe exchange. Do you have a family recipe with a great story to go with it? For our November meeting , please bring a favorite vegetarian recipe (10 copies to share, please) and come prepared to share, please) and come prepared to share the story that goes with it. If you need assistance in making copies, please call Sandy Gapin(542-3076) or drop the recipe in Sandy's basket(10 McDowell Square) by November 10th.

The Vegetarian Club normally meets the second Wednesday of the month at the Gathering Place with appetizers, wine and/or punch followed by a potluck dinner (hosted by members on a rotating basis) and a short program. You do not have to be a strict vegetarian to attend but dishes for the potluck dinner should contain no meat, fowl, seafood or gelatin. Eggs and dairy products are acceptable. Please remember to bring your own place settings and any additional wine or drinks to go with your meal. Please remember to pay your dues to our treasurer Maggie Gaudet. Guests are always welcome but should contact Sandy Gapin(542-3076) prior to attending.
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WRITERS TO MEET

The Fearrington Writers Group will meet on Monday, November 10, 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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DUPLICATE BRIDGE

We will begin a new program of 20-minute lessons before our regular 1:00 p.m. games held ONLY the 1st Wednesday of the month. Please be seated by 12:30 for this lesson. We welcome all who would like to play duplicate bridge. We have an excellent director and an exciting afternoon of cards. The games are held in the Gathering Place.  The schedule:  early lesson and game – November 5, December 3; game – November 12, December 10 and 17;  no game – November 19, 26 and December 24.  December 31 – TBA. For questions or copies of the schedule, call Joan Angevine at 642-0042.
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THE WISE CRACKS WILL RETURN

The Wise Cracks is an ensemble of ‘seasoned’ women performers known for their lively energy. Through improvisation, dance, and storytelling, these women 60+ offer a unique glimpse of life. After a successful debut in Fearrington Village last year, they are returning to Fearrington for another evening of wit and wisdom.

Come join these women as they offer yet a little more to the notion of a place called ‘home.’  Showtime is Sunday, November 16th, 2:00 p.m., at the Barn. $5 to $10 donations accepted at the door.All proceeds go to Amnesty International to fight the struggle against torture and human trafficking.  Enjoy the reception after the show to mingle with the artists and friends. For further information, call Glenna Batson at 545-3032.
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EVENTS AT MCINTYRES

Saturday, November 1, at 11:00 a.m. McIntyre’s presents author and television host Roy Underhill, reading from The Woodwright’s Guide: Working Wood with Wedge and Edge.

Friday, November 7, at 2:00 p.m.  McIntyre’s welcomes author Erika Hoffman to discuss A Cup of Comfort for Families Touched By Alzheimers.

Saturday, November 8, at 11:00 a.m.  McIntyre’s is pleased to welcome Emmy Award winning journalist and top ranked Celtic/folk musician Bill Leslie as he visits to read from and discuss his new book and CD Blue Ridge Reunion.

Thursday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m.  Brenda Wineapple comes to McIntyre’s to discuss her new book, White Heat: The Friendship of Emily Dickinson and Thomas Wentworth Higgison.

Friday, November 14, at 2:00 p.m.  Dr. John Hutton, professor of art at Salem College, visits McIntyre’s to discuss two of his books; Sister Maus: A Small Tale of Sisters House in Salem and Christmas Maus: Another Small Tale of Sisters House in Salem.

Saturday November 15, at 11:00 a.m.  McIntyre’s is delighted to welcome culinary authors John Shelton Reed and Dale Volberg Reed to discuss Holy Smoke: The Big Book of North Carolina Barbecue.

Saturday, November 15, at 1:00 p.m.  McIntyre’s will host Emily Herring Wilson, the biographer of Elizabeth Lawrence and editor of her letters, who will present a lecture on the life and work of this renowned southern gardener and American garden writer. On the occasion of the annual NC Botanical Gardens lecture and in honor of Fearrington co-founder Jenny Fitch's love of gardening, Wilson will discuss what led to Elizabeth's choice of a gardening life,

Sunday, November 16, at 2:00 p.m. McIntyre’s presents Adam Braver, author of Mr. Lincoln’s Wars, Divine Sarah, and Crows Over the Wheatfield, to read from his latest book November 22, 1963.

Thursday, November 20, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. McIntyre’s Fine Books presents a screening of the short film “State By State: A Panoramic Portrait of America.”

Saturday, November 22, at 11:00 a.m.  McIntyre’s Fine Books and Media Law Resource Center present a discussion featuring local attorney Mark Prak who will address the media’s many uses of the Internet.

For further information about any of the above events, please contact Sarah Matista at 542-4000 ext. 270.
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ARTS & CRAFTS. ETC.

Arts & Crafts. Etc. will meet on Monday, November 3, at 1:30 p.m. at the Gathering Place and our speaker will be Mark Hewitt.  Mr. Hewitt’s pottery is a favorite of many Fearrington residents.  Born in Stoke-on-Trent, England, he is the son and grandson of directors of Spode, the fine china manufacturer.  After attending Bristol University, he apprenticed for well-known Michael Cardew in Cornwall.  He later came to America and chose clay-rich North Carolina to set up his studio in an old farmhouse, with outbuildings to house his kilns, just east of Pittsboro.  Mr. Hewitt has studied pottery traditions in West Africa, Japan and Korea, but he says North Carolina’s tradition of creating functional ceramic pottery remains his greatest inspiration.

Looking ahead - celebrate the approaching holidays with the members of Arts & Crafts. Etc. and Women of Fearrington (WoF) at their combined holiday luncheon on December 3 at the Carolina Club on the UNC campus.  Reserve your place with a check for $27 made out to Women of Fearrington and put it into the WoF box in the Swim and Croquet mail kiosk by November 25.  Call Nancy Baker at 545-9884 with any questions. 
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HAVURAH

On Tuesday, November 11, at 8:00 p.m., at the Gathering Place, Henry A. Landsberger, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at UNC-Chapel Hill, will address the Fearrington Havurah. topic, which is replete with challenging material, is Israel's Internal Problems.

Professor Landsberger's undergraduate degree is from the London School of Economics and Political Science from which he graduated with First Class Honors. then obtained a Ph.D. from Cornell's School of Industrial and Labor Relations, taught there for 12 years and then came to Chapel Hill. his career Professor Landsberger was a Fulbright Professor in Ghana, England, Switzerland and Germany, taught for four years at the University of Chile and served as President of the Latin American Studies Association.  In 1939, he was sent from Dresden to England on a Kindertransport (Children's Transport), a program developed shortly after Kristallnacht. has traveled to Israel and the Occupied Territories six times in the last 20 years, the last visit occurring this past April.

This event will commence with refreshments  at 7:15 p.m. and Professor Landsberger's talk will be at 8:00 p.m.
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GREAT DECISIONS

“If I Were President….Thoughts on the Middle East” will be the topic presented to Great Decisions Thursday, November 13 at 1:30 p.m. at The Barn.

Once each year Great Decisions invites a speaker to join us so that we can raise money and goods for CORA, the Chatham Outreach Alliance which supplies two tons of food each week to the hungry of our county. Please bring your donation to the Barn or contact Jim Abrahamson at 642 Spindlewood (542-7132) should you have a substantial amount of food to contribute. Residents are reminded that  greenpoints garnered at Lowe’s can be donated to Cora by calling (800) 435-5674. CORA’s account is 420-21825-9777.

Our speaker will be Dr. Akram Khater, associate professor of history at North Carolina State University and Director of Middle East Studies. Dr. Khater provides a balanced view of the issues with a dose of levity.

Use of the Barn is being donated by R. B. Fitch. A 50-50 raffle will also be held to raise additional funds for CORA

For questions, contact Jean Hjelle at jhjelleATembarqmail.com or 545-0432.
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AM BOOK CLUB

Join us at the AM Book Club to discuss Hollywood Station by Joseph Wambaugh. We will meet on Wednesday, November 19, at 10:00 a.m. in McIntyre’s Book Store. All residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge are welcome to participate. Please contact Barbara Thompson 542-6021 with questions.
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PALETTEERS

Do you love to draw and paint?  Do you dabble in pastels or perhaps collage?  The Paletteers invite you to join a friendly group that meets at the Gathering Place every Tuesday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  We must limit our art to water media.  Sorry, no oil painting.  All levels of experience are welcome.  If you have any questions, please contact Marijane Whiteman at 542-5645 or Carolyn Davenport at 542-2861.
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WALK FEARRINGTON DAY

What: A day for Fearingtonians to become acquainted (or reacquainted) with the various opportunities for walking in Fearrington Village beyond the obvious quiet side roads and cul-de-sacs.

Why: Walking is one of the best ways to maintain peak physical and mental performance. For an aging population it’s a win-win activity.

When::  Saturday, November 8,10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Where: The options are myriad and are described in a new colored map of Fearrington’s Roads, Walks, Paths, and Trails which is available at the FHA Hospitality Center for $1.00. Guides and hosts will help you find your way at three locations:

1) The Millcroft Path: Come to the Millcroft Mail Kiosk to walk the new path. 

2) The Langdon Trails: Park along Millcroft about 1/10th of a mile from Langdon.

3) The Creekwood Trails: These trails and the labyrinth can be accessed from several directions. Come to the Turtle Run cul-de-sac or park along Creekwood either across from the foot of Benchmark or near the entrance to Shadowbrook.

Refreshments & Info: Stop by the Fearrington Cares building before, during or after your walk for cookies and cider. We will have trail maps available for $1.00.

C'mon out, have fun and get involved!  Call Henry Castner, 542-1602, or Carol-Ann Greenslade, 545-9743, with any questions.
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MARATHON BRIDGE

Marathon Bridge will start in November and schedules will be issued shortly. There is still time for you to participate! This is friendly social bridge group with players of all abilities. You are free to schedule your monthly matches at a convenient time for you and your opponents. It is open to all Fearrington and Galloway Ridge residents and it’s a great opportunity to meet people and make new friends. If you are interested, please contact Ian Dunn at either 542-6654 or ih.dunnATmail1.dupont.com or Denny Holland, 542-6350, or dlhoneATembarqmail.com.
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VETERANS OF FEARRINGTON

Thursday November 13, at 7:00 p.m. at the Gathering Place the Veterans of Fearrington invite you to share in the experiences of  Sergeant Thomas Shinn of the 81st Infantry Division of World War I.  Ken Samuelson, resident of Fearrington, will show slides of the uniform items and give a brief history of Sgt. Shinn’s time in the 81st Infantry Division also known as the “Wildcat Division.” The 81st was one of the most decorated combat divisions of WW I and took part in the bloody Meuse Argonne action.

After the presentation by Mr. Samuelson, Dr. Harry Smith of Eden North Carolina will be our guest and give his impression of Sgt. Shinn’s harrowing last day of WW I, November 11th, 1918, as taken from Sgt. Shinn’s diary.

After the program, enjoy a time of fellowship with coffee and refreshments. If you are interested in history, this is a program for you.  All are welcome!
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WOMEN OF FEARRINGTON     

Join us for some laughing and learning, Wednesday, November 19, when Fearrington’s own Betty Sher will speak on A Fork In The Road and I Took It.  “Meet and greet” begins at 2:30 p.m.; the program begins at 3 p.m. at the Gathering Place.  Nonmembers welcome.   Celebrate the holidays with Women of Fearrington and Arts & Crafts, Etc. at a luncheon, Wednesday, December 3, at the elegant Carolina Club on the UNC campus.  Cost: $27.  Reserve with your check and entrée selection placed in the WoF box in the Swim & Croquet Kiosk by November 25.  Details available at club meetings and on bulletin boards.  Questions? Contact Nancy Foster, 542 0407 or nleefoster@mindspring.com. Book, Bake and Boutique Sale: Baking for Thanksgiving?  Make an extra and freeze it for the sale.  Cleaning out before the holidays?  Diane Taylor will be accepting books and boutique items in November for our annual Book, Bake and Boutique sale. Call 542-7133 to arrange drop off.  Love Fearrington?  Wear your heart on your car!  Fearrington license plate sales benefit Women of Fearrington activities.  Call Connie Rende at 542 5556.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE WOODS PARTY!!

Yes, it’s already time for The Woods gentry to mark their calendars for the annual Woods Party on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at The Gathering Place.   In addition to the excellent company, this is a marvelous opportunity to meet “those delightful new neighbors around the corner,” to drink a toast to one another and the new year, and to savor the culinary delights of Debbie diSabatino, Louise Riley and Hitsie Taylor.  Put the 31st of January on your new calendar and start saving canned goods for CORA which will be collected that night. 
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WHAT’S GOING ON OUTSIDE FEARRINGTON

AAUW HOSTS JOURNALIST

Rob Christensen, journalist with the News and Observer for over 34 years, will speak at the November 15th meeting of AAUW-Chapel Hill Branch.. Christensen has written about North Carolina politics and will try to help us understand how things may change or not change in North Carolina after the election November 4th.

Christensen recently released a book entitled The Paradox of Tar Heel Politics. In his book, Mr. Christensen explores how the state can have such diverse politicians as Jesse Helms and John Edwards at the same time. He navigates a century of political history in North Carolina to explain both that dichotomy and why in North Carolina neither conservatives nor liberals, nor Democrats nor Republicans, can rest easy on winning an election or an issue.

The event will be held at the Binkley Baptist Church, off 15-501, in Chapel Hill, starting at 9:30 a.m., Saturday morning,15.

For those who need a ride or further information, please call Kay White, 542-1138, or Jean Green, 545-0941. This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and is FREE.  Coffee and Refreshments will be served.
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UN ASSOCIATION

The United Nations Law of the Sea Convention was conceived in 1982 to govern activities on, over and beneath the ocean's surface. It focuses on navigational and transit issues and regulates deep-sea mining, the distribution of ocean wealth, and marine trade and pollution. 156 countries, including the United States, have signed the Convention. But the U.S. hasn’t ratified it because of strong resistance from conservatives who see it as infringing on American sovereignty and conflicting with free market principles. In 2005, the Bush Administration suddenly switched gears and urged the Senate to ratify the treaty, rekindling the controversy.

Duke Law School Professor emeritus Horace (Robbie) Robertson, an expert on the law of the sea and international organization and a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral, will discuss the treaty at our Lunch and Learn meeting on Wednesday, November 19.  The meeting will take place between Noon and 2:00 p.m. at the Carolina Meadows retirement community on Whippoorwill Lane in Chapel Hill. Reservations may be made by sending a check for $17.00 to Barbara Rodbell, 404 Carolina Meadows Villa, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The deadline for reservations is Friday, November 14.
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SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS NEEDED

Woods Charter School is looking for qualified substitute teachers for the 2008-09 school year. There are probably some retired teachers in Fearrington who might be interested. Woods is a K-12 school with almost 500 students and has recently moved from Cole Park Plaza to a new building on Andrews Store Road, about 2 miles from Fearrington. Woods has small class sizes, well-behaved students and a strong administration. The minimum requirement is to have a bachelor degree. Former or retired teachers with a license (current or expired) are preferred and are encouraged to apply. Send a letter indicating preferred grade levels and subject areas, a resume, and three references to Ann Kaiyala at akaiyalaATwoodscharter.org.
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FRIENDS OF THE PITTSBORO MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Lecture: Creativity is the common thread tying together this year’s series of evening lectures sponsored by the Friends.  The lectures focus on creativity as a process.  On November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center on Rt. 87 North in Pittsboro Lyle Estill will be speaking on using the creative process in community development.  Estill is a longtime Chatham resident and the author of several books including “Small is Possible: Life in a Local Economy.”

Book Club: Friends of the Pittsboro Memorial Library Book Club will meet on Tuesday, November 4, at 6:45 p.m. in the Reeves Gallery at the library. The book selection is “The Camel Bookmobile ”by Masha Hamilton (fiction).
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NEWCOMERS CLUB OF GREATER CHAPEL HILL

The Newcomers Club of Greater Chapel Hill offers many opportunities to meet people with common interests and learn more about the culture and community of the Triangle Area. This non-profit organization sponsors a variety of social and cultural activities and interest groups. Join many of your Fearrington neighbors who are members of Newcomers.

You can learn about Newcomers on the first Monday of every month at Spice Street Restaurant in University Mall from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Please feel free to drop in. For further information contact Fearrington resident Sydnie Kunin at 533-3129 or sgskuninATnc.rr.com. (Note: If the first Monday falls on a major holiday, we will meet on the second Monday of that month.)
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THE MUSIC SCENE

CONCERT SERIES TO PRESENT PIANO TRIO NOVEMBER 9

The Fearrington Concert Series will present its second concert of the season on Sunday, November 9, at 3:00 p.m. at The Gathering Place.

The trio is a recently formed collaboration of three distinguished national and international performers:  Dovid Friedlander, violin; Jonathan Kramer, cello; and Jeremy Thompson, piano.

Friedlander joined the NC Symphony as Associate Concertmaster in 2005.  He became Assistant Concertmaster of the San Antonio Symphony at age 24.  He has been a violinist at the Columbus Symphony Orchestra for the past four years.

Kramer is on the faculties of NC State and Duke. As a cellist, he has concertized as recitalist and chamber musician throughout the US, Europe, India, Korea and Canada.

Jeremy Thompson has performed with such orchestras as the St. Petersburg State Academic Orchestra, the Saratov Philharmonic, and the Georgian National Orchestra. He has completed three successful tours to the former Soviet Union.

The program on November 9 will include trios by Mozart, Debussy and Smetana.  The Fearrington Concert Series is a subscription series.  Non-subscribers may attend the performances, if seats are available, by coming to The Gathering Place shortly before 3:00 p.m.  The charge is $15.
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HOLIDAY CONCERT VILLAGE VOICES AND HARMONY GRITS

Do you hear what I hear?  I hear the Village Voices and the Harmony Grits rehearsing for their holiday concert!  This annual event takes place on Wednesday, December 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the Barn.  We promise an evening of beautiful music for everyone to enjoy. 

Under the able direction of Matt Fry and accompanied by Dan Hadley, the groups will perform selections both together and separately.  You can look forward to hearing old familiar tunes along with some wonderful new pieces that may  well become favorites.

The doors of the Barn will open at 7:00 p.m., and a $5 per person donation is requested.  Come early to get a good seat and help us open the holiday season in a tuneful way.
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OPERA LOVERS TO MEET

The effort to organize an ongoing opera group at Fearrington/Galloway Ridge will continue at The Gathering Place at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18.  Our guest speaker will be Bryan Gilliam of Duke’s Music Department. Bryan, an enthusiast for opera of all kinds, is a world-class expert on Richard Strauss. His presentation will be aimed at heightening your enthusiasm for opera and for making it a regular part of Fearrington life. After his remarks, we will discuss the next steps for putting our opera group on a permanent footing. Last Spring's meeting revealed much interest in belonging, but less in helping to make it happen. Spread the word about this effort and this meeting. If you have any questions contact Clark Havighurst at hav@law.duke.edu.
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HELPING HANDS

BLOOD DRIVE

ALERT
NEW LOCATION AND
NEW HOURS

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Friday, November 7, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Galloway Ridge.  Call Karen Graham at the Wellness Clinic, 545-2655, for an appointment. 

Some interesting facts about blood: 

Only 5% of eligible people donate yet 95% of us will need blood or a blood product during our lifetime.

You can donate blood every 56 days.

Remember:  you can save a life by your generous donation.

CHATHAM COUNTY UNITED WAY NEEDS YOUR HELP

In its efforts to support more than twenty county agency programs which assist needy county residents, the United Way of Chatham County strives to set realistic goals for each yearly campaign.  With this in mind, instead of raising the goal for the Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge campaign this year, in view of the struggling economy the board of directors voted to keep our goal unchanged at $115,000. Unlike some United Way organizations throughout the United States, dollars donated to the United Way of Chatham County stay in Chatham County.  Therefore, donors can rest assured that their contributions will be funneled into agency programs which help only Chatham County residents, with administrative costs maintained at the barest level. Of each donated dollar, 90 cents goes to the agency programs.

More than 500 supporters in Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge contributed to the resounding success of last year's campaign, which raised more than $123,000.  This year, without your help, attaining our goal will be extremely difficult.  We will need all of last year's donors as well as many more to assure that the less fortunate of our county, those who have no other support, will be able to rely upon the programs our dollars support to help them through these difficult times.  Please take time to read the recently mailed information about this year's campaign and mail your pledge.  If you have any questions, phone Chatham County United Way at 542-1110 or Doug McAllister at 545-9809.
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SALVATION ARMY 2008 CHATHAM COUNTY

It is time once again for the willing residents of Fearrington to ring the bell at Lowes Supermarket between Thanksgiving and Christmas for the benefit of The Chatham County Salvation Army.  Governors Club residents will be ringing the bell at Food Lion near Carolina Meadows.

This year we are serving for an hour and a half beginning at 11:00 a.m. During Thanksgiving week and Christmas weeks we hope to add an evening shift from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Dress warmly and be sure to wear your Salvation Army smile. Your donation will be warmly received and a receipt for checks will be forwarded to you by The Salvation Army.

This is a long-running Fearrington tradition. Let’s make it the best.

Please call Joan or Ken Richardson at 542-2313 to reserve your time to ring. Your  Chatham County neighbors need you.  New residents, if you have any questions please call us.
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WALKING TEAM TO SUPPORT CHATHAM HUNGER WALK

Nearly a dozen Village residents have committed to walk in this year’s Chatham Hunger Walk on November 2nd.  The event is CORA Food Pantry’s largest fundraiser of the year.  The demand for food support from CORA continues to increase as low income families try to cope with layoffs and the sliding economy.  Won’t you help make this year’s Hunger Walk a success by supporting our walkers. Please make your check payable to “CORA” and noting “Hunger Walk” on the memo line and give or send to any member of our team which includes:

Linda Baugh, 16 Caldwell;   Pat Buyze, 533 Weathersfield;  Rhoda Davis, 1 Bladen; Don DeVore, 180 Hedgerow; Kathy Donahue, 1326 Langdon Place; Sally Earnest, 541 Weathersfield;; Sue Ferguson, 684 Spindlewood; Bob Kelley, 547 Weathersfield; Diane Lyons, 196 Weatherbend; Bob Nelson, 702 Spindlewood; Marci Whittaker, 180 Hedgerow.  And YOU if you’d like to join us!

Thank you on behalf of the many people who rely on CORA’s support. 

Marci Whittaker, Exec. Dir., CORA
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FEARRINGTON CARES

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

NOVEMBER MEDICAL LECTURE

On Thursday, November 13, at 2:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place, Dr. Frank Wilson will present “Symptoms and Symbols – the Relationship between Medicine and the Humanities.”  A distinguished orthopedic surgeon and literary scholar, Dr. Wilson repaired aging joints while also teaching an Honors course in Great Books of the Western World at UNC.  He will examine with us how these interests interrelate and affect our health and well being.
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MEDICARE PART-D ASSISTANCE

It’s that time of year when those on Medicare can change their provider for prescription drugs.  Beginning November 17, Joe Geoghegan, a SHIIP volunteer, has again generously volunteered to help folks decide whether or not to change their prescription drug plan.  Joe will be making appointments to review your current medication list and projected cost of your Part-D premium for 2009.  If there is a better alternative, Joe can help you determine if changing plans will lead to cost saving.  Please call Fearrington Cares (542-6877) to make an appointment.
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FEARRINGTON CARES TO SPONSOR NEW BRAIN INJURY SUPPORT GROUP

Fearrington Cares will begin a support group for those in our community struggling with brain injuries.  At the first meeting on Thursday, November 20, at 10:00 a.m. in the Gathering Place, we will determine goals for the group and how to structure future meetings.  If you or a family member would like to join the group, please call Joyce Baird (542-6877) to register.  Galloway Ridge residents are invited to attend.
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FEARRINGTON FRIENDS

Fearrington Cares is considering a new program to be called "Fearrington Friends."  Its main purpose  would be to match up a volunteer with a frail or homebound resident who would appreciate regular, dependable, ongoing contact from a fellow Fearringtonian.   One aspect would be telephone outreach but there are many other possible features.  If you think you might like to either offer or receive a helping hand, please call Fearrington Cares at 542-6877.
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HOLIDAY TOYS FOR FOSTER CHILDREN

The Fearrington Cares office receptionists and volunteer nurses will again be collecting new toys for foster children in Chatham County this holiday season.  Please brighten the holidays for a child in need by bringing a new, unwrapped toy to Fearrington Cares before Friday, December 5.  We will deliver the toys to Chatham County Social Services that day.  Let’s show Chatham County how Fearrington “Cares!”
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EXCITING EXPO!

With more than 30 exhibitors, Fearrington Cares’ 2008 Independent Living Expo was a resounding success.  We are most indebted to Fitch Creations for the use of the Barn, the terrific assistance of their events staff and the delicious refreshments.  We sincerely thank all those volunteers who worked so hard behind the scenes interacting with exhibitors, making phone calls and sending mailings.  Key players were Expo Committee Chair Florence Shapiro and committee members Marilyn Band, Karen McGrain, Peter Thomas, Marv Tauriainen and Barbara Terry.  Thanks also to Joyce Baird and Pat Skiver.
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FEARRINGTON CARES CALENDAR:

Medical Lecture – Thursday, November 13, 2:00 p.m.

Blood Pressure Clinic – Every Wednesday 10:00 a.m. to Noon – Fearrington Cares Office

Grief Support Group – Every third Friday, November 21, 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Fearrington Cares Office

Parkinson’s Support Group –Wednesdays, November 5 and 19, 11:00 a.m., Fearrington Cares Office and Gathering Place (NOTE : Due to the holidays, this is a change from our regular meeting weeks of 2nd and 4th  Wednesdays to 1st and 3rd  Wednesdays)

Brain Injury Support Group – Thursday, November 20, 10:00 a.m. – Gathering Place

AA Meeting – Every Wednesday 7:00 p.m., Fearrington Cares Office

Balance Testing/Screening – Thursday, November 6, appointments necessary, call 542-6877

Medicare Part-D Review – Monday and Wednesday, November 17, 19, 24, 26 – Fearrington Cares Office, Appointments are necessary, call 542-6877

Walking Group –  Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 8:00 a.m., meets in front of the Fearrington Cares building
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FHA NEWS

FALL CLEANUP  —  NOVEMBER 17 – 21

For Phases I – V, Weathersfield, The Woods, and Bush Creek (The areas where the FHA contractor mows the sides of the roadway andthe newer streets mowed by Fitch Creations’ contractor)

There will be one pickup in each area, so have your yard waste out by the road by Sunday evening, NOVEMBER 16.  Leaves, brush, and tree limbs (not over six feet in length) should be placed on the shoulder of the road.  BAGS OR BUNDLES ONLY WILL BE PICKED UP

All leaves must be in paper bags
Brush and limbs must be tied in bundles.*
No garbage should be included.

This service is for yard debris and not the result of major clearing efforts. Excessive amounts will not be picked up unless you contact M.J. Barber (524-6124) who will bill you for his services.

Remember, collections will start on Monday, NOVEMBER 17, and there will be only one pickup in your area.

* To facilitate the tying, lay two six-foot pieces of sturdy twine on the ground about 18 inches apart before you start to stack the limbs. When it becomes difficult to tie the knot, you know that the pile is too big and you should start another.
Grounds & Facilities Director: Carol-Ann Greenslade, 545-9743
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FHA 2008 ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA

Sunday, November 16, 2008
5:00 p.m. – THE BARN

I.     Call to Order

II.    President’s Report – Gillian Cell

Directors’ Reports

Vice President – Ken Talbot;
Health, Safety and Security – Peter Thomas
Treasurer – Walter Jernigan
Covenants – Harriet McGraw
Grounds and Facilities – Carol-Ann Greenslade
Gathering Place – Lowell Kennedy
Community Affairs – Barbara Thompson
Secretary – Leonard Kreisman
Inter-Governmental Concerns – John Hammond

IV.   Recognition of previous FHA Board Presidents and Board Members

V.    Recognition of non-Board volunteers

VI.   Recognition of Nominating Committee Members – Gail Mazzocco

Introduction of current and new Nominating Committee Members
Declaration of a quorum
Announcement of voting results

VII.    Introduction of new Board Members

VIII.   Remarks from the FHA Community Manager – Judd Barrett

IX.     Resident Input

X.       Adjournment

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FEARRINGTON GREEN SCENE

Here’s your chance to take positive steps right here in our Village in the effort to stop global warming. 

Fearrington Green Scene Vision Statement:  Fearrington Village residents and organizations take active steps to reduce their consumption of energy, water and other resources, reuse goods and supplies and recycle whenever possible.

Fearrington Green Scene Mission Statement:  Fearrington Green Scene advocates for energy-saving practices within Fearrington Village by:  raising awareness of the environmental and financial advantages of reducing consumption and reusing materials; serving as a resource for information about techniques, products, and services for reducing, reusing and recycling; and encouraging and supporting adoption of environmentally responsible practices by residents, vendors and the developer.
Tuesday, October 28
You are welcome to come to our meeting at 3 pm on , in the Gathering Place.  We are an official FHA committee.
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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 and will edit the December  issue.  The deadline is Saturday, November 15.

Directory Editor; Print and Website Version

Michael Cotter
542-4414
joannenmikeAThotmail.com

Newsletter Printing Team

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