FEARRINGTON HOMEOWNERS 
NEWSLETTER 

CONTENTS
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WHAT'S GOING ON IN FEARRINGTON

WOMEN OF FEARRINGTON

Thank you to the Fearrington - Galloway Ridge community for your support of our fundraisers and the StoryTime program.
We have made the following donations totaling $9552:

Grants: $7630

Chatham County Arts Council $ 900
Chatham County Together $1255
CORA Food Pantry $2000
Family Violence & Rape Crisis Services $2500
Friends of the Pittsboro Library $ 975
StoryTime Books for Children $1472

Special CORA Collection

Cash $ 450
Food 325 pounds

This year the StoryTime program had 53 readers on teams that took turns reading weekly to 265 children in 15 Chatham county preschool classrooms. Each child was given two books. We thank all of the participants and hope you will return and bring your friends next fall. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, contact Linda Rowe 533-6004 or Sue Fish (542-6774).

This month we begin collections for the Book, Bake, and Boutique Sale, our major fund-raising event. Well accept gently used books and audiobooks, as well as mirrors, lamps, paintings and prints, glassware, dishes, jewelry, table linens, decorative pillows, garden items, and other home accessories in good condition for the boutique. Call Rhoda Davis at 542-6411 to arrange to drop off donations in June.
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GOLF CLUB

The Golf Club had their second tournament this year on May 12 at Carolina Lakes Golf Club. Forty-four members participated in the 4-person team format. There were 2 prize poolsone for low team net and one for the low team Colored Ball net. The Ian Dunn, Larry Glickman, Tom Townsend and Doug McAllister foursome took low team net honors with a score of 277. The Bert Bowe, John Custer, Jerry Heiser and Karen Monaco foursome took the colored ball low net with a score of 70-(decided by a tie breaker). On the 2 closest to the pin holes, Peter Thomas and Larry Rochelle were the winners.

It was a beautiful day weather wise and Jackson Bros. BBQ & Catering of Sanford provided a very good lunch of BBQ pork and chicken tenders with all the fixins.

We hope to have more golfers join us for the June 2 tournament at Crooked Creek Golf Club. Please see Golf Club website [password, available to club members, required] for details.
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VEGETARIAN CLUB

We will have our end of the year dinner on Tuesday June 3 ( Note the change in date) in Pittsboro. We will start at 6:30 p.m. at the Rosemary House Bed and Breakfast (76 West Street). Karen and Mac Pullen, members of our club and owners of Rosemary House , along with Trish Hogan and Van Burgess will host with appetizers, wine and punch on the porch. At 7:15, we will walk across the street to the Pittsboro General Store for a catered, organic, vegetarian dinner. The cost of the dinner is is $17 per person, including tax and gratuity. Your check must be received by May 26 and will assure your reservation. Checks should be made out to the Fearrington Vegetarian Club and placed in either Sandy Gapin's (10 McDowell ) or Maggie Gaudet's (573 Woodbury ) basket . Checks may also be mailed to Sandy Gapin at 1037 Fearrington Post. Please remember the May 26 deadline. Guests are welcome. For further information, contact Sandy Gapin at 542-3076.
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FEARRINGTON FILM CLUB PRESENTS

Bull Durham (1988, 108 min., comedy, romance, sports) Thursday, June 4, 7:00 p.m., The Gathering Place

Annie (Susan Sarandon) loves baseball and her mission in life is to select one player each year to help him excel in the game. Nuke LaLoosh (Tim Robbins) has speed but lacks control and maturity. He is the target of Annies attention until veteran player Crash Davis (Kevin Costner) joins the team to season unruly Nuke. Annies attention now centers on two men and a romantic triangle develops.

Mark Cryan, author of Cradle Of The Game: Baseball and Ballparks in North Carolina, and son of Fearringtonians Martin and Meike Cryan, will give us a look at minor league teams and the filming of this movie.

Come early and come hungry. What better to go with baseball than hotdogs, which we will be serving with trimmings and colas. Contacts: Carol Kurtz (542-3582) or Artie Lituchy (533-3260)
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MUSIC IN THE AIR AT FEARRINGTON (MITA) FINAL SPRING CONCERT

This concert is scheduled for Sunday, June 7 at the upper lawn of the Swim and Croquet Club, 4:30 to 5:30 (this is a date correction from last months newsletter). We will be treated to the sweet tunes and harmonies and great pickin of that all female bluegrass group Sweet By and By, back here by popular demand. The group has just released its first EP and is fresh off of a great performance at Shakori Hills. Sweet By and By weaves captivating three part vocal harmonies and traditional instrumentation into old-time bluegrass standards and contemporary originals. The result is a fresh take simple in its approach and rich in its ultimate effect.

Plastic chairs will be available but bring your own if that suits you. Note that we are scheduling this concert one half hour later than normal so the sun will be lower in the sky. No admission fees but we pass the hat to reward the performers. Gathering Place is the back-up in case of rain. This concert will be hosted and MCd by Lars Krijgsman.

MITA concerts are planned this fall for October with the Dixie Dukes on October 4 and probably the Durham Savoyards later that month.
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FEARRINGTON TENNIS ASSOCIATION

Fearrington and Galloway Ridge FTA members are invited to join the mixed doubles on Saturday mornings at 9 A.M. If you are not a member, but thinking about it, please try us out for a few games. All levels are welcome.

We expect the new rebounder very soon.
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FEARRINGTON AMATEUR BIRDERS

The Fearrington Birders have initiated some changes. We will continue to meet at 8 a.m. on the first Friday of the month, with the second Friday as the inclement weather back up date.

We now meet in the parking lot of the Gathering Place, no longer at the Smokehouse kiosk, and decide on our destination for that morning's birding. New contact persons are: Betsy Bogle, 545-3027, and Beverly Scalise, 542-7459. Please join us.
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MEET THE CAROLINA BALLET DANCERS AT FEARRINGTON VILLAGE

Tired of making the trek from Fearrington to Raleigh to see the Ballet? We have a solution. Join us on Tuesday, June 16 at 7 p.m. for a coffee and dessert meet-and-greet where you will learn how, for a nominal fee, you can purchase Season Tickets for 2009/2010 and round trip transportation from Fearrington to the Progress Energy Center in downtown Raleigh.

This is your chance to get up close and personal with two of Carolina Ballets stunning dancers. You will also enjoy the unique opportunity of hearing remarks by Robert Weiss and other Carolina Ballet staff members.

It will be a wonderful evening to learn more about Carolina Ballet! For further information, please call Charles Harris at 919-545-9447, or e-mail at charris193 AT nc.rr.com. To RSVP today, call Elizabeth Taylor at 919-719-0800 or etaylor AT carolinaballet.com. Please RSVP by June 12.

See you at The Gathering Place on June 16!
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AM BOOK CLUB FOR JUNE

Join us at the AM Book Club to discuss Astrid and Veronica by Linda Olsson. We will meet on Wednesday, June 17 at 10:00 a.m. in McIntyres 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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FEARRINGTON CONCERT SERIES ANNOUNCES 2009-2010 SEASON

The Fearrington Concert Series offers a varied season of musical groups for its 2009-2010 season, the series 18th year. The schedule is as follows:

September 27. The Vega String Quartet, with Will Ransom, pianist. A return visit by one of Fearringtons favorite guest ensembles. Quartet-in-residence at Emory University.

November 8. The Arman Trio. A repeat appearance by a world-acclaimed trio of virtuoso musicians from Europe: Deniz Gelenbe (piano), Constantine Bodganas (violin); and Dorel Fodoreanu (cello.)

March 7. A Fearrington debut by a duo ensemble. Emanuel Gruber (cello) was principal cellist of the Israeli Chamber Orchestra. Keiko Sekino (piano) has performed throughout Europe, Japan, and the US, including Carnegie Weill Hall.

May 2. Advanced students from the UNC School of the Arts at Winston-Salem. An annual Fearrington visit by a select group from one of the worlds foremost arts conservatories.

Renewal notices will be sent by e-mail to current subscribers in mid-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, contact George Hunt at 542-1750 or huntkg AT earthlink.net.
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MCINTYRES EVENTS JUNE 2009

Friday, June 5 at 2p.m. Elizabeth Weigand will be on hand at McIntyres to discuss and to serve samples from her cookbook The Outer Banks Cookbook: Recipes and Traditions from North Carolinas Barrier Islands. Through recipes, headnotes and interesting folklore, Wiegand brings the Outer Banks to life. Her recipes are a combination of traditional favorites passed through families and those from a new generation of chefs and restaurant owners in the region.

Saturday, June 6 at 11a.m. Greensboro Journalist Ned Cline visits McIntyres to discuss his new biography of UNC library namesake Walter Davis truly enigmatic life, The Walter Davis Story: One Man Who Made A Difference.

Sunday, June 7 at 2p.m. McIntyres welcomes poets Dorianne Laux, Joseph Millar and Alex Grant to read from and discuss their works. Dorianne Laux's fourth book of poems, Facts About The Moon, is the recipient of the Oregon Book Award. Co-author of The Poet's Companion, she's the recipient of two Best American Poetry Prizes, a Best American Erotic Poems Prize, a Pushcart Prize, two fellowships from The NEA and a Guggenheim Fellowship. Joseph Millar is the author of Fortune. His first collection, Overtime, was finalist for the Oregon Book Award and the Robert H. Winner Memorial Award from the Poetry Society of America. In 1997 he moved to western Oregon where he now teaches at Pacific University's Low Residency MFA Program and yearly at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur. Alex Grants collection, Chains & Mirrors, won the 2006 Randall Jarrell Poetry Prize and the 2007 Oscar Arnold Young Award for best North Carolina poetry collection. He received the 2006 Kakalak Poetry Prize and the 2004 Pavel Srut Poetry Fellowship in Prague.

Friday, June 12 from 2p.m.-5 p.m. Susan Soleil, Master Bookbinder visits for a presentation discussing book care and bookbinding. Soleil opened The Soleil Bookbindery on Weaver Street in Carrboro in September 2008 after 30 years in Rochester, NY. She apprenticed to a Master Bookbinder in Florence, Italy and is a specialist in repairing and restoring books. Susan will give a 15 minute talk at the top of each hourat 2, 3 and 4 p.m.then will be available for questions. Attendees are welcome to bring their book for a free repair evaluation by Susan after her presentation.

Sunday, June 14 at 2 p.m. Dirt: The Quirks, Habits and Passions of Keeping House is a collection everyone can relate to - a multidimensional look at the universal challenge of keeping our stuff, our dwellings, and our personal space clean and uncluttered. Three of the essayists featured in the book will read: Nancy Peacock is the author of two novels set in Chatham County. Peacock's most recent book, A Broom of Ones Own: Words on Writing, Housecleaning and Life, is about her experiences working as a self employed housecleaner while pursuing her dreams of writing. Lisa Solod Warren, editor of Desire: Women Write About Wanting, has written for magazines and newspapers for many years. Julianne Malveaux, president of Bennett College for Women in Greensboro, is a writer, economist, and columnist. At Bennett College, her priorities are global education, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and communications excellence.

Friday, June 19 at 2 p.m. Fearrington author and artist Murry Handler will be on hand to read from and discuss his memoir Almost A Jew: One Mans Search For God about Handler's personal search for God. He paints a riveting picture of a boyhood in a small New England town in the 1930's and 1940's, in a three generational Jewish household. The book is rich with details of a lifestyle now long gone. The book also tells of searing personal drama, in recounting his sons' devastating illnesses as well as their successes. Almost a Jew shares the growth of a philosophy that stretches the boundaries of 'memoir' in a page turning way.

Saturday, June 20 at 11 a.m. McIntyres welcomes retired National Park Service Ranger and freelance writer Tim Pegram to read from The Blue Ridge Parkway By Foot: A Park Rangers Memoir. This volume relates the author's one-of-a-kind backpacking trip along the 469-mile road, along with his observations and recollections regarding the Parkway.

Sunday, June 21 at 2 p.m. Raleigh author Jim Bauckham will be on hand to read from and discuss his newly published thriller Starmaker. The discovery of a grisly body lying at the bottom of a subway entrance in mid-town Manhattan leads NYPD detectives Gordon Hodges and Carl Furillo on the path of a monumental serial killer.

Thursday, June 25 at 7 p.m. McIntyres is pleased to host another event in a yearlong series of monthly poetry readings featuring poets from the NC Poetry Society. This event will feature Pat Riviere-Seel and Carol Peters.

Friday, June 26 at 2 p.m. McIntyres welcomes Perry Deane Young to read from Two Of The Missing. In 1970, Vietnam War photojournalists Sean Flynn (son of Errol Flynn) and Dana Stone set off on two rented motorcycles to cover one last story and were captured by Communist forces, never to be seen or heard from again. Their friend and fellow journalist, Perry Deane Young, tells their story here in a remarkable memoir.

Saturday, June 27 at 11a.m. N. W. Red Pope comes to McIntyres to read from The Dance Band From Deacontown. In the early 1950's, social dancing was banned at Wake Forest College, then a Baptist-run school in Wake Forest. So, obviously, four students decided to start a dance band. Over the next three years, The Southerners carried 12-16 pieces and played for high school, college and military dances, festivals and special events in three states. His book is a work of fiction based on facts...real people, real places and real events.

Sunday, June 28 at 2 p.m. Emyl Jenkins will read from The Big Steal: A Sterling Glass Mystery which finds sleuth Sterling Glass investigating a burglary at a neglected manor-turned-museum filled with exotic treasures. As her heroine navigates the treacherous world of a Virginia manor house, Jenkins keeps readers hooked with her keen description of antiques, old money intrigue, and a touch of romance.
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WEIGHT WATCHERS OPEN HOUSE - GALLOWAY RIDGE

Monday, June 18 at 1:15 p.m.

Were pleased to extend an invitation to interested Fearrington Residents to join the Weight Watchers Open House at Galloway Ridge this June. If you want to know how to get healthy and discover how Weight Watchers has helped millions of people lose weight and more importantly how to keep the weight off, then come to the open house.

For more information, you may contact Marguerite Wilkinson at 919.967-9598 or email gamih AT bellsouth.net.
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WHAT'S GOING ON OUTSIDE FEARRINGTON

FRIENDS OF THE PITTSBORO MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Book Club

Friends Of The Pittsboro Memorial Library Book Club have upcoming discussions at 6:45 pm on the first Tuesday of each month at the Pittsboro library. Open to everyone.

June 2: Nancy Drew and the Women Who Created Her by Melanie Rehak (Non-fiction paperback) Who was Carolyn Keene? Rehak writes a behind-the-scenes history of Nancy Drew, fearless teen sleuth and two exceptional women who created her.

July 7: Loving Frank: A Novel by Nancy Horan (Historical fiction based on fact, Paperback) This graceful, assured first novel tells the remarkable story of the long-lived affair between Frank Lloyd Wright, a passionate and impossible figure, and Mamah Cheney, a married woman whom Wright beguiled and led beyond the restraint of convention.

Breakfast For Dinner

On Friday, June 12, 5:00 - 8:00pm, the Pittsboro Kiwanis Club will be serving up Breakfast for Dinner, a benefit event for the Friends of the Pittsboro Library in support of the new Chatham Community Library, which is scheduled to begin construction in July. Meals are $8 per plate, and guests may eat in or take out. Tickets are available at the door or in advance from Friends or Kiwanis members. Location: Pittsboro Kiwanis Club Building, 309 Credle Street, Pittsboro.
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FEARRINGTON POET'S CORNER

The Friends of the Pittsboro Memorial Library have arranged a unique poster showing of selected poems from members of the Fearrington Poet's Corner for June at the Library's Reeves Auditorium. The poems, as featured impressions of the art of poetry, will be shown by author - via two poems -with a brief background statement, which, in turn, should enliven the meaning of the individual poems. While it is somewhat of an experiment in mixing the values and appreciation of poetry as an art form, it also underlines the Library's goal to open its resources to all the arts.
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FACES, PLACES AND SPACES

Fearrington resident, Harry Lane Wurster, is Crook's Corner Restaurant in Chapel Hill Artist of the Month for June. His mixed media exhibit, Faces, Places and Spaces will be on display at the restaurant June 1 through June 30. Individuals interested in a daytime viewing should call the restaurant at 929-7643 for an appointment.
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LIONESS

UNC-TV, Channel 4, will be showing the acclaimed documentary, Lioness, on Tuesday, June 9 from 9:30 to 11 p.m. The film, directed and produced by Daria Sommers and Meg Mclagan, tells the story of women soldiers who, for the first time in US history, were used in direct ground combat operations while serving in Iraq. The film has received a number of awards, including Duke's Full Frame Film, has been shown in England, Spain and a dozen US film fesivals including Tribeca, Boston Films and Brooklyn Museum. It has also been shown at Fort Bragg and Camp Lejune. It recently was the object of a hearing by the Veterans Committee of the House of Representatives. Daria Sommers is the daughter of Joan and Bill Sommers who live in Camden Park.
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ALUMINUM CAN DONATIONS

Habitat For Humanity will no longer be accepting aluminum can donations at the Millcroft Station and Gathering Place mail kiosks. Thanks for your past support.
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RECENT UNITED WAY SURVEY PROVIDES VALUABLE INPUT

The United Way of Chatham County recently completed a countywide survey seeking input from residents regarding community needs. Fearrington Village residents participated along with more than 900 respondents from all socio-economic groups completing on-line or hard copy surveys, which were available in English and Spanish. Housing, hunger and the need for affordable health care were cited by more than 80 per cent. In addition, the survey revealed major problems facing children and teenagers with a sizable majority of respondents noting a lack of after school and summer activities. More than two-thirds said that dropouts, teen pregnancies and gangs were troubling. Many also mentioned substance abuse and the lack of public transportation.

Dina Reynolds, the Executive Director of United Way of Chatham County, said that the survey provided valuable insights to help ensure that donor dollars are used more effectively for agency programs to address the most critical needs. This survey will serve as a benchmark for assessing progress in dealing with issues that are of the most concern. The United Way of Chatham County currently funds programs of 22 nonprofit agencies providing human services to county residents. Detailed survey results can be viewed at www.nonprofitpages.com/uwcc.
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FEARRINGTON CARES

Just a reminder to visit us at our new website for up to date news and information: Fearringtoncares.org

LOOK FOR E-CARES

Announcing a new communications vehicle for Fearrington Cares. E-Cares is Fearrington Cares new e-mail newsletter. Short and sweet it will come to your e-mail inbox a couple of times a month. E-Cares will contain timely information about the goings on at Fearrington Cares. It will also provide health news, and news and information about health-related meetings and seminars outside of Fearrington Village. The first E-Cares will be sent in June to all Village residents with an e-mail address. If you want to continue getting E-Cares, you need do nothing. If you do not want to receive further issues, just click the unsubscribe button contained in the e-mail.
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PLEASE REMEMBER TO DONATE TO FEARRINGTON CARES

Patty broke her foot last weekend. Shell be hopping for the next six weeks. Life is a little easier for her now that shes borrowed a knee scooter and a shower chair from Fearrington Cares. The cost: $0.00.

Kathy was really worried that her blood pressure was too high. She stopped in to visit Fearrington Cares nurse. Shell be seeing her doctor soon, but she got her blood pressure checked and some reassuring medical advice. The cost: $0.00

All of our programs and services are free of charge. Our annual fundraising campaign is underway. You should have received a donation letter. Please give generously to Fearrington Cares. If you misplaced your letter, you can stop by the Fearrington Cares office to pick up another, or call 542-6877.
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NEW SERIES OF BALANCE CLASSES TO BEGIN

We are starting a new series of balance classes through our partnership with the Duke Center For Living. These popular classes, designed by the Duke Center staff to help protect against falls, are given twice each week for eight weeks. Taking a free balance class could save your life. Call 542-6877 and leave your name to register. We can only accommodate 10 per class. Mondays and Wednesdays, June 1 July 22, 12:10 12:55 at the Duke Center for Living
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ADULT DAY CARE AT CHARLES HOUSE ELDERCARE CENTER

This nonprofit agency located in Carrboro provides daytime care for older adults with mild to moderate impairments, many with various elements of dementia. It provides respite for their families as well. Join Paul Klever, Director of Charles House, for a discussion of their goals and programs. Thursday June 4 at 2:00 pm at the Gathering Place.
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HEALTHY BRAIN SERIES

Do you ever think your brain is letting you down, that your memory is failing and you cant think as quickly and effectively as you used to? Are there some things you can do to keep your brain working well? Come and hear Dr. Jeffrey Browndyke of the Bryan Alzheimers Disease Research Center at Duke University give the third lecture in our Healthy Brain series. He will speak about Healthy Brain Aging. Thursday, June 11 at 7:30 pm in the Gathering Place.
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CPR CLASS OFFERED

This Red Cross class will be from 10 am until about 3 pm, after which certification will be available, if desired. Wear comfortable clothing. $35 per person. You will need to bring a check payable to The American Red Cross. Call 542-6877 to register this is required, as space is limited. Thursday, June 11 at the Gathering Place from 10 am to 4 pm, including lunch break.
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H1N1 FLU UPDATE

We have heard a great deal about this strain of influenza and the concerns that a worldwide pandemic may be at hand. The media has aired many recommendations about how best to avoid contracting the disease but how appropriate are they? How worried should we be about this issue? What are the myths and what is the truth? What are the plans for Fearrington Village residents should a pandemic occur? An information session will be held on this timely and important topic. Bring your neighbors and friends! Thursday, June 18 7:30 pm at the Gathering Place
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FEARRINGTON FRIENDS LOOKING FOR FRIENDS

The Fearrington Friends program is up and running smoothly. Were looking to expand the program by adding more friends (volunteers) and more folks who are looking for a friend.

The program connects volunteers with anyone who desires regular contact from a neighbor. This contact could be as simple as a daily telephone call or a regular in-person visit. Friends can help by watering plants, sorting mail or going out for a stroll. Friends can also provide brief respite for caregivers.

Men and women volunteers are most welcome. Call 542-6877 if you would like to be a friend or if you would like to have a friend pay you a visit.
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Have you had some sad or heartbreaking events in your life with sorrow lingering on? The Grief Support Group may help. Jan Clarke, UNC Hospice Chaplain facilitates discussion every third Friday. Friday, June19, 10 11:30 am.
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FOOT CLINIC OPEN FOR APPOINTMENTS

Have you thought about the condition of your feet lately? Try the Foot Clinic. This Fearrington Cares Service is offered for residents who have difficulty caring for their own feet or who are diabetic. Call 542-6877 for an appointment. Tuesday, June 9, 1-5:00 pm
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NEW PHONE SYSTEM FOR FEARRINGTON CARES

A new and improved phone system has recently been installed.

Theres only one number youll need to remember to call Fearrington Cares: 542-6877. During regular business hours, Monday Friday from 9:00 12:00, a volunteer receptionist will answer the phone. After hours you'll be able to choose the voice mailbox most appropriate for your needs: transportation, handyperson, Joyce Baird or Pat Skiver. You can even leave a message for Fearrington Friends. We hope this new system will make calling Fearrington Cares easier than ever
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NURSES NOTES

Massage Students Return!!

Fearrington Cares will be hosting two Body Therapy Institute students in May and June. Over the past three years, 10 students have given nearly 200 (wonderful) massages to Fearrington residents. If you would like to loan your tired muscles to a student during his/her clinical rotation in our clinic, call 542-6877 and make an appointment. Call soon our appointments fill almost immediately upon publication.

How to Choose and Use a Cane

Whether you use a cane to ease arthritis pain in knees or hips when walking or simply to steady yourself when on your feet, it is important to choose a cane that is right for you. The first guideline is to pick the right height. To choose the correct height, put your arm straight down and keep your elbow straight. Then flap your hand up and down, bending at the wrist. The point at which the motion occurs is how tall your cane should be. Your ultimate goal is to maintain a 25- to 30-degree bend in your elbow when you use the cane. The tip of the cane should be of slip-resistant rubber with a good tread on the bottom and the handle should be contoured for maximum grip and comfort. The cane should be put in the hand opposite the side of the body that has pain. Correct stride involves moving the cane in unison with your affected leg, then stepping forward with your unaffected leg while keeping the cane in place.
(Cleveland Clinic Arthritis Advisor)
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FEARRINGTON CARES SERVICES CALENDAR
(Location at the Fearrington Cares office unless otherwise stated)

Balance Class Series - Mondays and Wednesdays, June 1 July 22, 12:10 12:55 at the Duke Center for Living. Call 542-6877 to register.

Blood Pressure Clinic Every Wednesday, 10am noon

Grief Support Group Every third Friday, June 19, 10 11:30 am

Parkinsons Support Group (Note We will meet monthly during June, July and August) Second Wednesday, June 10, 11 am. At the Gathering Place

Brain Injury Support Group Thursdays, 10 am. At the Gathering Place. Please call Joyce Baird at 542-6877 to enquire about this group.

Caregivers (Brain Injury Spouses) Support Group Every Thursday, 10 am. Location alternates between Fearrington Cares and the Gathering Place

AA Meeting Every Wednesday, 7 pm, Fearrington Cares Office.

Foot Clinic Tuesday, June 9, 1-5 pm. You must have an appointment. Call 542-6877.
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FHA NEWS

PARTING THOUGHTS CAROL-ANN GREENSLADE, DIRECTOR, GROUNDS AND FACILITIES

For the five years that I have served as your Director of Grounds and Facilities, my phone has rung a lot with requests for help. Many times, I could provide a solution for a fallen tree problem or a clogged driveway pipe, or at least direct the caller to someone who could. However, the vast majority of complaints that I received concerned instances of one Fearringtonians lack of consideration for another. So, in this -- my last note to you as Director -- I am writing my wish list for how I hope Fearrington Folks will act toward one another in the future.

I hope that people will:

Follow the one-way signs behind the Gathering Place and Swim & Croquet Kiosk;

Obey the 25 MPH speed limit throughout the village;

Come to a complete stop at each stop sign;

Leave no litter in kiosks, play ground and other common places:

Get proper approval from the Covenants Committee before removing trees;

Keep dogs on leashes or under voice control, and not in others yards or open spaces;

Pick up dog poop, take it home and not deposit it in inappropriate places;

Have realistic expectations of what FHA can provide for dues of only $105.80;

Treat the FHA office staff with respect and courtesy.

Being Director of Grounds and Facilities here in Fearrington has been a challenging yet rewarding experience for me. I am very proud of what we have accomplished together and the warm relationships that I have developed with many of our village neighbors. I know that your next Director will also enjoy these benefits.
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SUMMARY OF OPEN MEETING FOR MAY 14

An Open Meeting of the FHA Board was held on May 14. In addition to the Board members Laura Summe and Debbie Buckley, representing the new managing agent CAMS also attended. Some 23 residents were also present at the meeting.

Laura sketched some of the history of CAMNS and emphasized that she was still learning about the Village. She saw as some of her other duties making sure that the Treasurer received accurate and timely fiscal reports and assisting the Board in making sure that covenant issues were handled fairly and in a timely manner. Debbie Buckley will be on site 5 days a week and will be working closely with our many volunteers.

Ray Andrew introduced John Bierling who spoke about the actions that is committee is taking to make sure that the Village is prepared should we experience a flu pandemic. John has a nationwide reputation and experience in experience in dealing with a variety of emergency situations.

Ken Talbot emphasized the need for residents to be familiar with their covenants and with the process and forms necessary to deal with any issues involving covenants. Such items as tree removal, as well as architectural changes need to be approved before action is taken. The process for securing permission, as well as the appropriate forms, is available on the website or in the FHA office.

Carol Kurtz reported that a new AV system will be installed in the Gathering Place this summer and a fresh coat of paint will also help to spruce up the facility.

Walter Jernigan reported that we were on budget and that he was shifting some of our funds around to secure a better rate of return on our money.

Barbara Thompson noted that she will be leaving the Board at the end of her term but she has recruited Linda Lang who will be assisting her through the end of Barbaras term and Linda plans to run for that position at the next election.

Carol-Ann noted that she will be leaving the Board at the end of June and left the group with her wish list which included the idea of kindness to one another, obeying the 25 mile an hour speed limit, picking up after our dogs, not littering and being realistic about what the small amount of dues we pay can buy. Carol-Ann was given a round of applause by both the Board and residents for all she has accomplished during her 5 years of service.

Harriet McGraw once again emphasized the importance of respect for the covenants and noted that CAMS would be involved in assisting residents in understanding the procedures that had to be followed in seeking approval for those actions covered by covenants.

John Hammond pointed out that with the economic slowdown many of the projects along 15/501 were being delayed. He also warned about the abundance of ticks and suggested that residents be careful and consult the CDC website for additional information and their own physician when concerned about a tick bite.

The meeting was then opened to resident comments and concerns. One suggestion was some action by the FHA Board to help support the local Fire Station. Another concern expressed was the careless disposal of cigarette butts given the dry conditions in the area. Another inquiry involved the $99 fee and its use. Another resident noted that challenging the recent increased evaluation of property has result in lowering some of those evaluations. The meeting concluded with another round of applause for Carol-Ann for the variety of her accomplishments during her time on the Board. -Leonard T. Kreisman, Secretary
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FHA COVENANT COMMITTEE UPDATE

In an attempt to make the approval (or denial) of projects more consistent throughout the FHA managed areas (Phases I, II, III, IV & The Woods), earlier this year the FHA Board decided to simplify the application procedure.

As a reminder:

If you live in one of these areas and you want to make some changes to the exterior of your home or your property (this includes trees!), you need to contact your Area Covenant Committee (listed on page 4 in your Directory).

A member of your neighborhood committee will assist you with the application process and submit your application to the Covenant Governance Committee.

The Covenant Governance Committee will then review your application/plans and notify you if your application has been approved.

Your compliance with this procedure is required--its part of the contract you signed when you purchased your home. Your cooperation with this procedure is appreciated--its what helps keep our community looking so beautiful.

Most applications are improved, so please call before there is any confusion.

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FEARRINGTON WALKERS

Our champion walkers for the month of April are Jack Browne with 191.75 miles and Saliann Mao Miedema with 216.77 miles. Those are very impressive totals but whatever miles you walk; remember you are contributing to your own better health. Also remember to enter your monthly total miles in the logbook at Fearrington Cares so we can reach our community goal of 25,000 miles in one year. It can be done if everyone participates!
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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 newsletter. Dinah McAllister will edit the July-August newsletter. The deadline is June 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, Wally Hill, Faye Van Oyen, Carol Kurtz, Barbara Harris, Linda Lang
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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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