FEARRINGTON HOMEOWNERS 
NEWSLETTER 

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COMMUNITY NEWS

THE BELL IS RINGING FOR YOU AND FOR ME

Some 100 Fearrington residents are busy ringing the bell for Salvation Army in front of Lowes Food Store at Chatham Crossing. We hope that all Fearrington residents will stop by and help fill the kettle for this most worthy cause. The money collected in Chatham County stays in Chatham County and with the state of the economy, the requests to the Salvation Army for help increase every day.

Thanks to the volunteers who are ringing the bell, and to all who help fill the kettle.
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HISPANIC LIAISON & CHATHAM TOGETHER BURRITO BASH

Two important Chatham County non-profits that deserve support, Hispanic Liaison & Chatham Together, are co-sponsoring a Burrito Bash at the General Store Cafe in Pittsboro from 6:00 9:00 p.m. on December 1. There will be live and silent auctions, and salsa dancing lessons. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Contact Michael Cotter (542-4414) for tickets or further information.
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CHATHAM STUDIO TOUR

The 2009 Chatham Studio Tour will be held on December 5 and 6 and 12 and 13. Tour times on Saturdays are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and on Sundays from noon until 5 p.m. All studios on the Tour are open during those hours. No appointment is necessary.

Fearrington Artists on the Tour this year are:

#34 Carol Owen 54 Trestle Leaf (1st weekend only)
#35 Rita Spina 12 Matchwood
#36 Forrest Greenslade 149 Tinderwood
#37 Vidabeth Bensen 601 Stoneview
#38 Deborah Sanks 704 Spindlewood
#39 Jane Bruce 23 Caldwell
#40 Roy Lindholm 3 Speyside Circle, Galloway Ridge

There will be a preview exhibition of work by artists on the Tour at the Arts Center in Carrboro starting November 18. Everyone is invited to a gala reception at Central Carolina Community College in Pittsboro on Friday, December 4 from 7 - 9 p.m. For more information visit www.ChathamArtistsGuild.com Look for brochures at your mail kiosks and at other locations in Fearrington.
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GALLOWAY RIDGE ORGANIZING TRIP TO BILTMORE HOUSE

Come join us on an escape to Biltmore's Candlelight Christmas Evenings tour,. Tuesday, December 15 through Wednesday, December 16

The trip includes:

Over night accommodations at the luxurious Inn on Biltmore Estate for one night,
Chefs breakfast buffet for one day,
Biltmore admission for the length of your stay including Biltmore House, Gardens, Winery and River Bend Farm,
Candlelight dinner at either the stable cafe or Deerpark restaurant,
Candlelight tour,
Daily housekeeping gratuities,
Round trip porterage,
Your choice of Audio guides to Biltmore House or guided behind the scenes tour,
And round trip transportation by motorcoach, Galloway will be providing a boxed lunch for the trip there.
Double Room $399 per person Single Room $528 (Prices are based on 20 reservations)

If you are interested in going on this trip please call 545-2679 to reserve your spot.

Deadline to sign up is Friday, December 4
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CHATHAM COUNTY UNITED WAY ASKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT

The 2010 United Way Campaign for Chatham County is well underway and through mid-November Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge residents have pledged $78,959 or 72%.of this years $110,000 goal. Thank you to the many who have stepped forward to offer a hand in need to the many county residents who struggle each day in so many ways. The difficult economic times have hit our county especially hard with demand for agency programs at the highest level in many years. With little commercial support available within Chatham County, the United Way depends greatly on our residential contributions to help ensure that agency programs, so vital to so many within our backyard, are funded. Please, take a moment to consider how meaningful and important your participation in this worthy cause is and make that pledge which will help so many in our county. Remember, money collected for the United Way of Chatham County stays in Chatham County. Our community has a rich history of offering support to fellow county residents in need and the need has seldom been more critical. You are vital to the success of this years effort.
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NORTH CAROLINA SENIOR GAMES

Fearrington resident Calista Moon won gold medals in both the 50-yard breaststroke and the 50-yard backstroke swimming events in the North Carolina Senior Games in Raleigh on September 26.
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WHAT'S GOING ON IN FEARRINGTON

FEARRINGTON TENNIS ASSOCIATION

We invite all tennis players to meet our members for mixed doubles at 9 a.m. Saturday mornings at the Benchmark tennis courts. All levels are welcome. Please wear proper tennis shoes [white soles]. If you are interested in joining the association, please contact Stan Duberman at 542-0713.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

Bridge players have a treat in December. This month we will play December 2,9,16, 23 and 30 at the Gathering Place. There is a lesson on December 2 at 12:30 p.m.. All other games will start at 1:00 p.m. Hope to see you there. For more information or partners call Dorothy Samitz at 542-6811 or Lilyan Levine at 545-0303.
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FEARRINGTON FILM CLUB PRESENTS

A Christmas Story (1983, 94 min., comedy) on Thursday, December 3, 7:00 p.m. at the Gathering Place

Its the 1940s and all Ralphie wants for Christmas is a Red Ryder BB gun. But when you're 9 years old your parents, your teacher and even Santa doesn't think a BB gun is right for you. With this film return to a time when you fiercely wanted some unobtainable item, you wore snowsuits that made you walk like a spaceman, parents were incomprehensible and you discovered the real Santa had a demonic aspect. This movie is a nostalgic and humorous look back at a childhood we can all relate to. Hot cider and cookies will be served to celebrate the holiday season.
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AN INVITATION TO MEN WHO ENJOY SINGING

The Harmony Grits, a 30-member singing group comprised of residents within Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge, invite men who enjoy singing to join the group as it begins its spring season on January 7. Under the direction of Matt Fry and accompanied by Ruth Bierhoff, these gentlemen meet weekly on Thursday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. at The Gathering Place. Not only do members share a unique camaraderie but they also have a chance to hone their music knowledge and skills. Matt Fry combines humor and finesse to ensure that the group maintains a high standard of quality while preparing the group for its various concerts.

Each spring, the Harmony Grits join the Village Voices, the women's singing group, to present an evening of musical enjoyment in The Barn. While there are no formal auditions, previous musical experience is helpful. So, whether youre a tenor, baritone or bass, plan to meet with the Grits in early January. If you're unfamiliar with the group, you can hear them, along with the Village Voices, at the annual Holiday Concert in The Barn at 7:30 pm on December 9.

For more information or answers to any questions, phone Bob Kelley, president of The Harmony Grits, at 542-6750.
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HAVURAH

The Fearrington Havurah is pleased that on December 8 Jodi Magness will once again be addressing our group. Her presentation will be at 8:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place. Dr.. Magness is the Kenan Distinguished Professor for Teaching Excellence in Early Judaism at UNC-Chapel Hill, and is an internationally-acclaimed archaeologist. The subject of her talk will be "Ossuaries and the Burials of Jesus and James." The subject might at first seem dry but the controversy that has surrounded the purported ossuary of James, the brother of Jesus, since its unveiling in Israel in 2002 suggests otherwise.

Professor Magness has published numerous books and articles in the field of biblical archaeology. She has participated in approximately 20 excavations in Israel and was co-director in 1996 of the excavation of the Roman siege works at Masada. Professor Magness recently contracted with The Teaching Company to produce a 36 lecture course on The World of Jesus.

This event will commence with refreshments at 7:15 p.m. As usual, guests and the general public are welcome. Please call Bob Glass at 542-1426 with any questions.
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FEARRINGTON DEMOCRATIC CLUB

The Fearrington Democratic Club invites all the residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge to hear Ambassador (Ret.) David C. Litt who will speak on Afghanistan: the Next Phase. The meeting is at 7:30 p.m., Monday, December 7 at the Gathering Place.

Ambassador Litt served for 34 years as a career U.S. diplomat, specializing in the Middle East and Southwest Asia. In 2005-2006 he was the third-ranking officer at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, with the title of Political-Military Counselor, providing policy advice to the U.S. Ambassador, and serving as liaison between the Embassy and the Multi-National Forces Iraq. Ambassador Litt entered the Foreign Service in 1974. He served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (1995-1998), Consul General in Dubai ten years prior and was Political Advisor to U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida (1998-2004).

He received a bachelor's degree with majors in history and French from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1971, and a master's degree in International Relations from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) in Washington, D.C. in 1973.
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GREAT DECISIONS

In keeping with the Holiday Spirit, Great Decisions offers an opportunity to discover World Music, the softer side of planet earth. We've all seen the category on Amazon and fye, but understanding its roots requires some perspective. Join us on December 10 at 1:30 pm at the Gathering Place to hear Marzanna Poplawska, Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology and lecturer in World Music at UNC. Her primary interests encompass the musical traditions of Indonesia, South East Asia, and Central-Eastern Europe. She is also interested in issues of musical cognition, acculturation, music and religion and ritual music. She is the Director of Gamelan Nyai Saraswati, the Gamelan Ensemble.

Our meetings are free and open to Fearrington Folk and their friends. No membership, no dues and no attendance records are required. If you have questions, call Caroline Talbot at 542-9986. Do mark your calendars to attend this joyful look at World Music.
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VEGETARIAN CLUB

Join us Thursday, December 10, when our speaker will be Mary Turner, head cheese maker for Celebrity Dairy. She will talk about the dairy, making goat cheese (vegetarian friendly, no rennet), and provide us with some vegetarian recipes. Mary has had a lifelong love of cheese. She worked for six years in the Specialty Department at Whole Foods and was the cheese specialist at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro before learning cheese making. Here is your chance to ask about cheese! We will serve some appetizers made with Celebrity Dairy Goat Cheeses.

Guests are always welcome at our monthly meetings, which start at 6:30 pm at the Gathering Place with appetizers, wine and/or punch followed by a potluck dinner and a short program. You do not have to be a strict vegetarian to attend, but meals are vegetarian and contain no meat, fowl, seafood or gelatin. Annual dues are $10 payable to Maggie Gaudet. Guests should call Janet Jorgenson or Jim Morlan at 545-0373 before the meeting. There is no fee for the meeting. Remember to bring place settings and your beverage of choice.

Please note the change from Wednesday to Thursday in December to accommodate the Holiday Concert.
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AM BOOK CLUB FOR DECEMBER

Join the AM Book Club to discuss Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stagner. We will meet on Wednesday, December 16 at 10:00 a.m. in McIntyres Book Store. All residents of Fearrington Village and Galloway Ridge are welcome to participate. Please contact Jane Ross at 542-3210 with questions.
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ARTS & CRAFTS

With the holidays here, it is time to celebrate. Arts & Crafts, along with the Women of Fearrington, are having their annual luncheon on December 16 at The General Store in Pittsboro. The menu sounds scrumptious, and entertainment promises to be fun. Cost for this members only event is $20.00, and the cash bar begins at 11:30 a.m. Deadline for registration is December 9, so get your reservation in now. Just place the tear-off from the flyer, indicating your choice of entree, along with your check made payable to Arts & Crafts in the Arts & Crafts box at the Swim and Croquet mail kiosk. Happy Holidays, everyone.
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WOMEN OF FEARRINGTON

Holiday Party: Arts & Crafts and the Women of Fearrington are having their annual luncheon December 16 at The General Store in Pittsboro. Cost for this members-only event is $20.00. The cash bar opens at 11:30 a.m. Deadline for registration is December 9. A bus is available. Questions-Robin Bowyer (542-4891, rbbowyerATaol.com).

Book, Bake and Boutique Sale: Donate your collectables and books! Sue Fish 542-6772 is accepting items during December for our annual charity sale to be held on February 27, 2010. Call ahead to arrange a time to drop off items.

Attention New Residents: The Women of Fearrington Welcome Committee will be hosting a Welcome Coffee for new residents on January 9 at 10 a.m. Please contact Gretchen Redden (545-0407 or grsgsrATme.com) for the details.

Storytime: The WOF Story Time Project is accepting volunteers, both men and women, to read to pre-school children of low income families in Chatham County. This activity fosters literacy and a love of reading in these "at-risk" children. Please call Sue Fish for more information 542- 6772.

January Program: Lowell M. Hoffman will speak on Global Culture in the Flat World on January 20 at 3 p.m. in the Gathering Place.
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NON-FICTION BOOK GROUP

Fearrington readers are welcome to join a non-fiction book group that meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. We will meet December 16, at the home of Karen Pullen, 41 Benchmark, to discuss Hot, Flat and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution and How It Can Renew America by Thomas Friedman. Our group reads books that help us understand the modern world, especially contemporary science, culture, biography and the environment. We are interested in well-researched books written by experts in their field. If you have questions and/or would like to join the group, call Dorothy Birnham at 542-4046.
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FICTION INTO FILM

Our next program will be The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton, on Thursday, December 17, 1:00 p.m., in the Galloway Ridge Auditorium. The novel questions the assumptions and morals of the 1870's New York Society. Composed of powerful, wealthy families, these people follow and impose a strict, rigid code of social custom and behavior. Those who do not follow the rules are disposable. McIntyre's has ordered extra copies of the book and will offer a 20% discount if you tell them its for our film group. Come join us. There is no admission charge. The discussion leader is Florence Johnson.
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CROATIA AND THE ADRIATIC COAST

Croatia and the Eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea are rich repositories of relics left behind by centuries of invaders. Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, and the French under Napoleon, all left their marks on this rugged and beautiful coastline.

Martin and Meike Cryan traveled to the area in May 2009, beginning their journey in Corfu, in the South, continuing through Albania and Montenegro to Croatia and a weeklong cruise on a small boat among the islands off the Dalmatian coast. Along the way they visited a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Butrint, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Split, Trogir and Porec. A few days in the lively Croatian Capital of Zagreb and a stop in Llubljana (Capital of Slovenia) rounded out their experience. The Cryans would like to share their impressions with you on December 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Gathering Place.
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FEARRINGTON REPUBLICANS

Re-vitalization was the theme of the October 28 meeting with thoughts of being positive, willing, active and effective in our County. Brian Bock, Chatham County GOP Chair reviewed a great example of building a can do attitude for area Republicans in that with a two week notice almost 300 came to The Barn in September to hear a most informative Q & A with Sen. Richard Burr. Frank Roche then introduced himself as an enthusiastic, knowledgeable candidate; willing to run for US Representative of the 4th District with an Q & A following for the nearly 90 in attendance.

The meeting closed with words that reinforced Roches words that Doing what is right is not unknown however it takes work and encouragement to all in attendance to be looking for ways to become active.

There is enthusiasm in the air for the New Year. Please plan to attend our next meeting on January 27, at 7:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place. Let me know if you would like a ride to the meeting or if you would like to be on our email list. Saliann Mao, President 545-0011
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CASUAL DINNER CIRCLE

Please join Fearrington neighbors for a Southern Brunch for the New Year on Sunday, January 17, at 1:00 p.m. Well enjoy a traditional southern meal, augmented by such regional treats as crab bites, cocktail pecans, mint Juleps and pumpkin walnut bread pudding, with wines chosen to complement the cuisine.

As usual, we will dine in groups of eight, ten or twelve, depending on the number of guests a host can accommodate. The host will provide the main dish as well as wine and coffee; attendees will prepare appetizers, side dishes and dessert. Recipes and house assignments will be sent out in advance of the event. All participants will share equally in the cost of the meal.

These dinners, open to all couples and singles living in Fearrington, provide wonderful opportunities to meet new neighbors and catch up with others in a friendly, casual setting. Please contact Linda Nelson at lnelson1144ATnc.rr.com or 545-9116 by January 7 if you would like to participate. Host volunteers are always welcome.
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DECEMBER READINGS AT MCINTYRES

Sunday, December 6 at 2 p.m. Judith Koll Healey visits to read from her new book, The Rebel Princess. Alas, the spirited and indomitable princess of France, returns for another thrilling mystery adventure in this historically rich, mesmerizing sequel to The Canterbury Papers. Paris, October 1207. The book combines history and suspense in an unforgettable tale involving one of the most enigmatic and intriguing female figures in medieval history.

Saturday, December 12 at 11 a.m. Nancy Gotter Gates comes to McIntyres to read from Sand Castles. A critical psychological moment often comes in a marriage when a husband retires, a life change that can greatly affect both man and wife. While Leland is happily involved with golf and fishing, Ginny cant find her niche.

Saturday, December 12 from 3 - 4 p.m. Welcome The Red Clay Ramblers for their CD release event. The Ramblers will play songs from and sign copies of their latest album, Old North State. Come by for a toe-tapping good time!

Friday, December 18 at 2 p.m. McIntyres is delighted to welcome Moreton Neal, Chapel Hill resident and food editor of Raleighs Metro Magazine, who has teamed with the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau to produce the area's first Food Lover's Guide to Chapel Hill and Orange County. The book is illustrated by Chapel Hill resident and artist Laura Frankstone and designed by Gwendolyn Gray. The book offers a comprehensive look at local restaurants and specialty food stores and farm markets.

Saturday December 19 at 11 a.m. Holiday Storytelling with Donald Davis. Join us in the Fearrington Barn this holiday season for storytelling with our very special guest, Donald Davis. Donald has been visiting Fearrington to spin his tales for over 18 years and is one of the foremost storytellers in the country. Instead of admission, we ask that our guests donate cans of food which will be given to Chatham County's CORA.
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HOLIDAY EVENTS

A HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Fearrington Arts & Crafts and The Women of Fearrington invite you to a Holiday Luncheon on Wednesday, December 16 at 11:30 AM at the General Store in Pittsboro.

$20.00 Per person with a cash bar

Your choice of:

Poached Salmon
Bourbon Pecan Organic Chicken
Organic Spinach & Cheese Ravioli

Yule Log Cake for dessert

There will be entertainment

For members only. Deadline is December 9. For More Information contact Beverly Egan 533-6177, beverlymae1ATgmail.com
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LIGHT A LUMINARY

Just a reminder The Light a Luminary display is on Friday December 4 from 6:00-8:00 at the village center. This event is to benefit the Ronald McDonald House in Chapel Hill. Families of seriously ill children stay at the house while the child is in the UNC hospital. A donation of $15.00 or more will go directly to the House. Donations can be dropped off or sent to Dody Tredinnick 464 Beechmast (Fearrington Post). Join us on Dec. 4 for music, food, beverages and see the luminary display. -Dody Tredinnick
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HOLIDAY CONCERT

In the spirit of the season, come and enjoy the annual Holiday Concert presented by the Village Voices and the Harmony Grits on Wednesday, December 9, at 7:30 p.m. A varied program by these popular groups is guaranteed to be a highlight of the festivities at this time of year. The combined ninety-voice chorus, under the direction of Matt Fry and accompanied by Ruth Bierhoff, will be singing songs of joy, peace and celebration.

Admission is $5 per person and, because this is such a popular program, you might consider arriving in plenty of time to get a seat!
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TWO FINE BARBERSHOP HARMONY HOLIDAY SHOWS

The award winning General Assembly Chorus of RTP Chapter, Barbershop Harmony Society, will present two holiday shows this December; one is Saturday, December 5, in Progress Energy Center's Fletcher Theater in Raleigh, while the other is Tuesday, December 15 at Sanford's Temple Theater. There'll be two performances of the December 5th show--one at 2 p.m., one at 7:30 p.m., but only one in Sanford at 7:30 p.m.

The Fletcher Theater performances on the December 5 in Raleigh will feature the men's chorus and quartets plus the Raleigh women's Sweet Adeline's, Carolina Harmony Chorus. Both choruses will perform individually and combine for some holiday songs, including the thrilling barbershop harmony arrangement of Handel's "Hallelujah Chorus". The show on the December 15 in Sanford will be only the GA Chorus and quartets. This performance will have a seasonal portion and a non-seasonal portion, including songs of Nat "King" Cole.

Tickets for the Raleigh shows are $20 for reserved seats, $15 for general admission, when purchased in advance. Simply contact Fearrington GA member John Adams at 545-9101, or email him: jjadams2ATnc.rr.com. Tickets for the Sanford show are $15, ordered through Temple Theater at 919-774-4512.
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RECYCLING GREETING CARDS

I will once again be collecting greeting cards to send to St. Jude's Ranch for Children.

On February 5 I will be sending a box and will be glad to include your cards. I'll have a basket on our front porch at 7 West Madison --- early drop off is appreciated.

I would like to pass it this information: I received from the Ranch : "Thank you for donating cards to our recycled card program. You can help the children by purchasing the cards they make! Your donation supports Kids, Inc., the cards program led by our children who serve as the CEO, CFO and VP of Operations in this kid-run business. The kids' recycled greeting cards are available for purchase at $10 per package of 10 cards with envelopes. Order online at www.stjudesranch.org, by phone at 877-977-7572 or mail at St. Jude's Ranch for Children, Attn: Donor Dept., P.O. Box 60100, Boulder City, NV 89006-0100.

This is a great program and I hope you can participate in both phases. Last year I sent four boxes, which totaled 4693 fronts! I think that's pretty awesome for us Fearrington residents! With your help, we can make brighter holidays for these kids. - Anne Havens, 7 West Madison, 542-7412
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WHAT'S GOING ON OUTSIDE FEARRINGTON

PITTSBORO LIBRARY BOOK CLUB

The Pittsboro Memorial Library Book Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 6:45 pm in the Reeves Room at the library. The book selection for December 1 is The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga. This darkly comic debut novel is set in India.

The book for January 5 is The Elephant and The Dragon by Robyn Meredith who covers India and China for Forbes. This well reported non-fiction book, argues that the U.S. shouldn't fear these two rising economic powers.

Everyone is welcome to this Book discussion group. For more information contact Chris Farnan 545-0657.
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AAUW'S ANNUAL HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

AAUW is holding its annual holiday luncheon at the Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill on Saturday December 5 at 11:30 a.m. The cost is $35 per person and friends or family members may accompany a member. There is a choice of entree [salmon, chicken or vegetable lasagna] along with salad, vegetables and dessert. The deadline for the reservations is Friday, November 27. Please call either Kay White, 542-1138 or Jean Green, 545-0941 to make your reservations. We are honored to have as our entertainment Fearrington's own "Pollyfonix", an a cappella singing group organized by Pamela Stewart. This is the occasion on which we raise money for our branch's scholarship for a female UNC-CH graduate student, the Carrie Heath Schwenning Scholarship Fund.
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UN ASSOCIATION TO HEAR FROM NEW PRESIDENT AMBASSADOR TOM MILLER

The UN Association, with 135 local chapters throughout the United States, is the oldest and largest American nongovernmental grassroots support organization for the United Nations, dating back to the founding of the world body. UNA's new president, retired US ambassador Thomas Miller, will speak to the West Triangle Chapter's Lunch and Learn meeting on December 16 about the Association's role as an advocate of the United Nations and intermediary between the American people, Congress and the world body. He'll also discuss the relationship of the United States under the Obama administration with the UN.

The meeting will take place on Wednesday, December 16 from Noon - 2 p.m. at Carolina Meadows on Whippoorwill Lane in Chapel Hill. Reservations should be made by check for $17.00 to UNA-USA West Triangle Chapter, sent to Barbara Rodbell, 404 Carolina Meadows Villa, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The deadline for reservations is Friday December 11 (please note the special timing in view of the holiday season).
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WHAT A GREAT TEAM!

Fearrington Walkers Surpass Last Years Hunger Walk Total

As of November 15, the 2009 Chatham Hunger Walk had raised $43,000 to support CORA Food Pantry. Fearrington and Galloway residents contributed $6,320 of that total. Thats $820 more than we raised to support CORA last year.

Sunday Nov. 1 was cool and drizzly, but the weather didnt faze our 30-member walk team. We were overwhelmed with the number of people who wanted to participate. Many thanks to all of our walkers as well as our flyer distribution squad. Together, nearly 50 residents participated in the all-out effort.

Special thanks go to our co-chairs, Linda Baugh and Barbara Terry, who did an excellent job managing our campaign. And a big THANK YOU to the many generous Fearrington and Galloway Ridge residents for their support of this annual event. - Marci Whittaker, Executive Director, CORA
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FEARRINGTON CARES

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FHA NEWS

ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY

Village residents get together on the last Saturday of every month to remove litter along U.S. 15-501 outside the entrance to Fearrington Village. We meet at 7:30am at the Gathering Place to distribute gloves and vests and bags that are provided by the Department of Transportation. Most of us bring our pick-up sticks and find we finish the pick-up in two hours. All in our group have found this is a great way to get some walking exercise and at the same time we feel good about helping keep North Carolina clean and green. WE REALLY NEED MORE VOLUNTEERS. To get on the e-mail notification list: call Bev Andrews at 542-5171 or email: andrewsbevATgmail.com.

OUR FABULOUS CAPTAINS

A hearty thank you goes out to all of Fearrington Villages Area and Block Captains. There are 16 Area Captains and 61 Block Captains who keep us all informed and up-to-date with the latest information. When you see yours, please give them thanks for a job well done!
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AREA CAPTAIN NEEDED FOR PHASE II

We need a new Area Captain for Phase I, which includes all homes on lots 81-131 in the Historic District. The Area captains responsibilities include ensuring that all Block Captain positions are filled (which they currently are) and distributing monthly newsletters to each of those for further distribution to every home in the Phase. Its a great way to meet your neighbors and get some light exercise. Please call or email Linda Lang, FHA Community Affairs, with your interest in serving (lindalangATmindspring.com, 545-0024),
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY

Public buildings are required to have smoke alarms and fire extinguishers, which must be checked annually. A safe home needs the same equipment and should also be checked annually.

On Saturday, December 5 between 10 a.m. and noon, residents can bring their extinguishers to the Farmers Market field next to Fitch Creations for inspection.

United Fire and Safety Equipment Company, the company that makes and inspects the extinguishers in the Fearrington and FHA public buildings will do the same for residents. The cost to check, service and retag is $7.75 payable by cash, check or credit card. If an extinguisher fails the inspection and can be refilled, they can refill it. They will have fire extinguishers and smoke alarms for sale and can install the smoke alarms, if necessary.

At noon they will conduct a fire extinguisher class, including having each participant extinguish an actual fire, for $15 per person. Reservations are required to take the class. The fire department does not currently offer free classes.

Check the bulletin boards in the mail kiosks or on the FHA website or contact me for all details, and reservations for the class. Tom Hauck Fearrington CERT Tel. 542-5499 or thauck3775ATaol.com
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RECYCLING INFORMATION FROM FIRST CHOICE DISPOSAL: UPDATED NOVEMBER 2009
 

IMPORTANT: Not only is it no longer necessary to sort recyclables, it is now preferable not to do so, because it is faster and more efficient for First Choice staff if they don't have to pick up multiple small containers from each home. All recyclables are now sorted by a combination of machines and workers at the recycling plant.

All containers and lids should be rinsed out for sanitary reasons and so that recycling is not contaminated with food or other contents.

You can use any bin or container except plastic bags for recyclables (plastic bags cannot be recycled by First Choice). A covered plastic bin or trashcan is preferred (to withstand rain and snow) but paper bags are acceptable (wet paper can still be recycled). If you use a trash can, please put a RECYCLING label on it so that when they see the can on Wednesdays they know it is not Tuesdays leftover trashcan.

Please have bins out by 7am. First Choice starts early and works quickly

Not Recyclable through First Choice:

Plastic bags (can be re-used at various thrift stores: PTA Thrift Shop, Chatham Habitat, Club Nova; can be recycled at local grocery stores)

Styrofoam (clean peanuts and bubble wrap can be re-used at Pak-Mail)

Ceramics and clay pots

Light bulbs

Additional information about local reuse and recycling options is being prepared by Fearrington Green Scene and will be disseminated in the next few months. Notes prepared by Vickie Shea (Fearrington Green Scene) and reviewed by First Choice Recycling. Questions about recyclable materials can be channeled to First Choice Recycling through Vickie Shea (victoria.sheaATmindspring.com or 545-0024).

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FHA ANNUAL MEETING NOVEMBER 15

The Annual Meeting of the FHA was called to order by President Thomas. All Board members were present as well as approximately 100 residents.

Peter Thomas opened the meeting by thanking the many volunteers and, in particular, Marilyn Band who recently passed away and who had been a major figure in the various activities associated with the independent living initiative among other contributions. Peter also thanked RB for the use of the Barn as well as other contributions to the overall welfare of residents of the Village.

Peter then described some of the many accomplishments of volunteers and members of the Board. Specially noted was the work of Claire Beth Lehn scheduling of the Gathering Place and the contributions of Mary Hammond and Dinah McAllister for their work with the Newsletter.

Peter also made mention of the work of the Presidents Council and its role in quickly dealing with the problem of trash removal when the existing company could no longer provide the needed service.

Peter introduced Laura Summe the representative of CAMS who briefly described some of the issues involved in the transition and noted that a major effort was underway to make sure that all information and records were accurate.

Among the many accomplishments of the various Board members Peter noted that Ken Talbot was helped in selecting the new Management firm, the production of the directory as well as the Budget committee. Walter, the Treasurer has been involved in overseeing the transition of appropriate financial information to CAMS as well as making sure that FHA had a clean audit. Carol Kurtz has made two major contributions this year, installation of a new audio-visual system and overseeing and assisting the volunteers who painted the inside of the Gathering Place. Harriet McGraw who is responsible for Covenant compliance has dealt with some 50 requests and has helped to create forms to be used for complaints as well as requests for actions related to covenant compliance.

Ray Andrews's activities include overall supervision of Road Safety, CERT and a major effort to fully acquaint residents about the H1N1 virus. He has been involved in helping to obtain a generator to provide power to the Gathering Place and Fearrington Cares in case of a power emergency. Linda Lang was thanked for her work with the area and block captains as well as the Smokehouse library. Ken Benjamin was introduced as the new Buildings and Ground chair and Carol-Ann Greenslade was thanked for her previous service.

John Hammond was thanked for his service in keeping the Board and other residents informed about the various developments planned for the County especially those along 15/501. Leonard Kreisman was thanked for his role in keeping the minutes of the various meetings of the Board and taking care of the annual meeting election process.

Walter then presented the budget for 2010 and indicated that the annual dues would rise to $111 per resident as of January 1, 2010. He also noted that any surplus from the 2009 budget would be earmarked for the Reserve Fund to be used for major unforeseen expenditures.

Peter then opened the meeting to any comments by residents. One resident was concerned about the noise of early bus trips along Wethersfield. John Hammond indicated that discussions were underway to have that early morning trip cancelled. Another resident raised the question about trash removal. John pointed out that residents who do not use a trash service are charged an extra $34 annually on their tax bill to support the county's recycling centers. For those residents who still have not received any refund from Leon Glossen they should write again enclosing a self-addressed stamped envelope and if in a few weeks they have not received a refund to notify the FHA office which will follow-up.

Joseph Salsbury reported to the President that a quorum had been achieved and that those individuals named on the ballot had been elected. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.
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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 and will edit the January issue. The deadline Is December 15.

Directory Editor; Print and Website Version

Michael Cotter
542-4414
joannenmikeAThotmail.com

Newsletter Printing Team

Paul Niederer, Chair
Ron Davis, Barbara Harris, Marybeth Hauck, David Hess, Wally Hill, Carol Kurtz, Linda Lang, Faye Van Oyen
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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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