Women's View Magazine, July 2020

VOLUME 14 | ISSUE 7 JULY | 2020 Inspiring, educating, empowering and celebrating women in our community MAGAZINE Summer Books for the Beach Please, DO Play with your Food! Play a Tune, Watch a Play

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6 WHATEVER FLOATS YOUR BOAT 16 CATCH A SHOW Kayaking is a great way to enjoy the sun this summer. Learn Theatrical entertainment abounds. The Independence Theatre about places that rent kayaks, places that let you bring your Reading Series, Sweet Tea Shakespeare’s Honey Series and Cape own, and more, in this article by Mary Bunnells. Fear Regional Theatre’s ACT FAST troupe bring on the drama. 10 CREATIVE CUISINE 20 SPOTLIGHT ON PENNY SUE CACOULIDIS Food is an art form. By playing with color, texture, shapes, lines, Read about Penny Cacoulidis, the president of the Cumberland form and space, you can produce a culinary masterpiece. County Veterans Council, who shares about her career and history of volunteerism. 12 FASCINATE-U 22 HORSING AROUND The local children’s museum inspires kids to play, learn, and 7 Branch Farm, located in Lumber Bridge, celebrates the grow with their child-sized exhibits. National Day of the Cowboy every year with a rodeo. Read all about the event and the women who participate in it in this article by Karen Greene. 13 GROWING AS THEY’RE GOING 26 LET THE GOOD TIMES (AND DICE) ROLL Aside from being fun, play encourages childhood development. Find our more in this article by Kim Landry. Gather some friends to play the popular dice game, Bunco. 14 MUSIC TO OUR EARS 28 FOOTBALL IN FAYETTEVILLE Hear talented locals perform at a variety of venues The sport of football is becoming more and more popular throughout Cumberland County. These are great concerts to among women. In fact, Fayetteville has its own football league catch, if not this summer then in future seasons. for women, the Fayetteville Fierce. 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 3

Close Letter from the Editor VOLUME 14 ISSUE 7 W hen you were a kid, did you ever go outside to revel PUBLISHER in the rain? Umbrella be darned, whether in rubber Bill Bowman, F & B Publications galoshes or bare feet, it was fun to splash, kick, run [email protected] through and jump in the warm puddles. I liked the feel of squishy mud between my toes and freshwater on my sun- ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER kissed summer skin, not to mention the fun of dousing my older Stephanie Crider brother with one good stomp. Without a pool to swim in, country kids like us found pure pleasure and an escape from the heat in [email protected] rain showers and water hoses. And then, there were the rainbows. EDITOR The thrill of seeing the spectacular spectrum of color — if Crissy Neville lucky, maybe a double — stretch across the bright blue sky, [email protected] in hindsight, added more worth to the weather. I would stop splashing and stand, mouth agape, transfixed by this wonder of ASSISTANT EDITOR nature at every appearance. Mud puddles aside, I still do. Jenna Shackelford [email protected] Thank God for rainbows. Bringing calm and stillness to the sky, they are a reminder of the good that can come from perilous ART DIRECTOR times, such as seen in the present. From sickness to societal Elizabeth Baker strife, we are weathering quite a storm, Fayetteville — not just [email protected] here, but across the nation. Take heart in the rainbow or the Old Testament adage f rom Ecclesiastes: for everything, there is a OPERATIONS DIRECTOR season. Summertime is playtime; while waiting for the rainbow, Paulette Naylor we can still play in the rain. [email protected] The Evans Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church of Fayetteville’s current minister’s name was left out of a June 2020 WVM article on pages 12-13. He MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE is the Reverend Silvyn A. Lindo. Linda McAlister Crissy Neville [email protected] Are you interested in writing? Consider contributing an article or DISTRIBUTION DIRECTOR/ Edpitoitrching a story idea to WVM. We want to elevate your voice. For more SALES ADMINISTRATOR Laurel Handforth information, email [email protected]. Be sure to [email protected] JULY CONTRIBUTORS Caroline Schafer Leslie Pearson Mindy Love Jenna Shackelford Valerie Shoe Mary Bunnells Jonelle Kimbrough Kim Landry Crissy Neville Susan Daniels Karen Greene Prudence Mainor Michelle Downey Alison Hurley Metro Creative Communication Women’s View Magazine is for, by and about women in Cumberland County. Published by F&B Publications in conjunction with Media Marketing Management. ©2020 by F&B Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction or use of editorial or advertisement without permission is strictly prohibited. Various vector sources credited to © Freepik and © Vecteezy. AslsiiksteantuEdsitoar nd leave comments on our Facebook page!Inspiring,educating,empoweringand celebrating women in our community Cumberland & Hoke County 4 | J U LY 2 0 2 0 910-484-6200 ext. 109 [email protected]

By Alison Hurley Y ears ago, I was a member of a wonderful book club. Once our book club disbanded, I missed both the book recommendations and the comradery of book discussions with other literary souls. Soon after, Oprah began her famous book club, and since then, many other celebrities have joined suit. You’ll find no better time than this of social distancing to connect with a virtual book club to find your new read. This month's books come from Oprah, Reese Witherspoon, Good Morning America and Jenna Bush-Hager. In my opinion, nothing is better than relaxing by the water with a good book that you can't and don't have to put down. I hope you’ll find something here you like. Happy Reading! REBECCA SEARLE ― In Five Years Where do you see yourself in five years? What if you found a sneak peek into the future that was utterly different from your hopes and expectations? That chance happens to Dannie, an attorney who has both her professional life and personal life mapped out for the foreseeable future. This story is one of love, friendship, fate, destiny and self-discovery. I was unprepared for the emotional roller coaster this story took me on, and once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. GLENNON DOYLE ― Untamed \"Being human is not hard because you're doing it wrong; it's hard because you're doing it right. You will never change the fact that being human is hard, so you must change your idea that it was ever supposed to be easy.\" I have to admit, I'm not usually a reader of the self-help genre, but after seeing this book all over my social media feed and having it highly recommended by a friend, I decided to give it a try. Untamed is a candid memoir about becoming the best and most authentic version of ourselves. It's about listening to the voice inside us that Doyle calls \"The Knowing.\" I found myself underlining passages and reading aloud to my 18-year-old daughter. Inspirational, funny and candid, each short chapter is a tidbit on relationships, parenting, faith and self-discovery. ELIZABETH WETMORE ― Valentine Set in Texas in 1976, Valentine is told primarily from the view of three women: 14-year-old Gloria, the victim of a rape that sets the tone of the story; Mary Rose, a young mother and wife who helps Gloria; and Corrine, an aging alcoholic recluse trying to get over the death of her husband. Other compelling female characters are woven into the story as well ― like 10-year-old tomboy Deborah, whose mother has abandoned her. Many backstories to this tale include racism and classism, sexual abuse and victim-blaming, male chauvinism and \"good old boy\" mentality, just to name a few. Through those dark elements shines the resilience of the female characters as their lives become intertwined, and they learn to protect themselves and one another. ROBERT KOLKER ― Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family Schizophrenia affects an estimated one in 100 people or more than 3 million people in America, and 82 million people worldwide. However, despite those staggering statistics, misconceptions and mysteries still surround this illness. Hidden Valley Road is a nonfiction look into the lives of the Galvin family. Of their 12 children, six are schizophrenic. The alternating chapters tell the story of the family members and the scientific research on this illness. The book also chronicles the effects on the family members not diagnosed and how the family contributed to learning more about schizophrenia through DNA research and brain scans. Mental health issues affect millions worldwide, and this book is both moving and powerful. Alison Hurley has been an educator for over 18 years, serving as an information specialist, media coordinator, gifted education consultant and regular classroom teacher. She resides in Fayetteville with her husband and two teenage children. 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 5

By Mary Bunnells Mary Bunnells is a single mother and a multipassionate entrepreneur who understands the importance of taking time for yourself and having balance in your life. She is a North Carolina real estate broker with Century 21 Liberty and owner of MJ Fitness, which offers women’s kickboxing classes, self-defense seminars, yoga and meditation. 6 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

Now that warmer days are Kayakers travel downriver to a upon us, I seek the refuge designated location where SLO of water with my activity of guides pick patrons up and drive choice ― kayaking. I have always them back to the starting point. had a mermaid soul that draws me to the water for activities such as Another site for this similar shuttle paddle boarding, boogie boarding, experience is Cape Fear Adventures swimming and surfing, but the in Lillington. This area of the Cape kayaking experience has been Fear River in neighboring Harnett unique. This versatile sport can be County is wide enough to give enjoyed in many different settings, paddlers the freedom to explore from the river to open lakes and with minimal obstacles. I have even the beach. I also love that the visited on days when it was calm kayaking community is quite diverse enough to row upriver and then in terms of age and physical ability. almost sail back down to the ramp Anyone, even you landlubbers, can for departure. With a kayak, canoe enjoy this sport.  or paddleboard rental, visitors can book the Leisure Paddle, Easy Float, If you do not own a kayak, a few 10-mile Challenge, Epic Overnight places offer kayaks for rent. Different or Sunset Paddle. Rev up the action types and sizes allow people to try with Stand-Up Paddle Board Yoga or them out and find a comfortable fit. I Whitewater Kayaking. Slow it down own a sit-in kayak, where my legs fit with Lazy River Tubing. inside the vessel. Some buccaneers own sit-on-top kayaks, a flat style If you are not into the river scene, allowing legs to stay exposed, several lakes in the local area allow and prefer that style for both the paddlers to launch kayaks free of rowing and what else — tanning.  My charge. A few of my favorites are 10-year-old daughter Berklie uses Hope Mills Lake in Hope Mills, Lake this type of kayak; it is safer, I feel, Rim in west Fayetteville and Mott in the event she has to abandon Lake on Fort Bragg. All have ramps ship. Everyone seems to have their for easy water access, but Hope Mills preferences, so I think renting for a Lake provides a nice kayak ramp that day to “test the waters” is best. makes embarkment a snap. Lake Rim Park offers guided lake tours and off- When I first began kayaking, I found site paddling adventures as well. it a pleasant surprise the number of places available for kayak access in Avast, ye mateys! We’re not done the community. The locations vary here yet. Here are a few things in level of difficulty and offerings extra to consider taking on your regarding fees and amenities such as kayak adventures: a small cooler shuttle services, guided tours, events with water and snacks, bug spray, a and classes. Some kayakers like such sun hat or sunglasses and flip flops programming, while others prefer to or water shoes. These items keep strike out on their own. me comfortable on my journey. Requirements are life jackets for Spring Lake Outpost on the Lower each person and an emergency Little River in Spring Lake has rental whistle, just in case. options, guided tours and self- guided options. Book a fun float Don’t forget to batten down the such as the SLO Glow Canoe or SLO hatches, as even on calm days, it’s Glow Kayak trip; Freedom Float for easy to lose a phone to the water. How the Fallen; Memorial Candle Release; devastating it would be to miss out or an adult, youth or tandem short- on sharing pictures of your adventure route trip. One excellent option with your social media mates. So, grab allows patrons to rent their vessel your mer pals, hit the open water and or use their own kayak to put in. beat the heat this summer. 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 7

A staff report Making a backyard hospitable to as functional baths. The four birds can increase the chances for general types of birdbaths include Warm weather means more sightings and hearing their sweet standing pedestal, hanging bath, opportunities to spend time songs. Installing a birdbath can be deck-mounted and ground-level outdoors while at home. Whether a step in the right direction. structures. In general, the lower your favorite form of outdoor a birdbath is to the ground, the recreation includes sitting on the Birdbaths can make yards more more likely birds are to use it. Most patio reading or digging in the attractive to birds. Birds require natural sources of water birds garden, there's a good chance a supply of fresh, clean water for use are on or near the ground. that you will be sharing the space drinking and bathing. With a bath, Therefore, ground-level bird baths with local wildlife. Optimizing homeowners can attract not only may be the best investments. opportunities to view and interact seed-loving birds, but also those that with backyard wildlife can make the don't eat seeds and wouldn't usually It is important to keep the water in a great outdoors even more enjoyable. congregate around feeders, says birdbath shallow, around 2 inches of www.allaboutbirds.org. Experts water or less. This level enables birds The Cornell Lab of Ornithology surmise that birds may bathe to to splash around safely and wade in. indicates that around 2,059 bird maintain their feathers. Birds do not want to slide around, so species live on the continent a material that is coated and slippery, of North America. Red-winged Not all birdbaths are constructed in like glazed ceramic or glass, may not blackbirds, yellow-rumped the same fashion. Many birdbaths be too popular. Rough stone or a warblers, American robins and sold in stores are better suited birdbath modified with pea gravel or chipping sparrows are among for decoration than for serving rocks can give birds steady footing. the most commonly seen birds in North America. 8 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

Although pedestal-style bird baths are attractive, baths closer to the ground tend to attract more birds. Place the birdbath in the shade if possible, to ensure the water is cool and fresh. Locate it by a tree so the birds can hop up to a branch and preen afterward. The All About Birds site also reports that a birdbath is more attractive if it has a dripping or moving water feature, something irresistible to birds. Another way to ensure the bath's use is to keep it clean and maintained. Change the water every day or two. Rinse off the bath to remove droppings, bugs and other debris. Once birds learn of a comfortable bath nearby, they may be more apt to visit a yard and may even become frequent guests. Look no further.F9RBroau2odys0dneH:ent9Bhtayaeke1rasovwDyvii0hgudiianelA-fShmlrslpu4yereLgst,RShr,Gaot8.atSiAsIuIeNlsniMbr0lNoIoNUnD.rraCNcuR-metnyrtGuYGltoY1oLitoidGh2Doenm0slLeOwnllo8tLuTgIc1ow,EigsnbVOfi30,EaOvAthpgesOh1nLewKgye4eeAODmoRdIearAyNctseDunloOCRioktDrildGtgoaVEEfiKusuotVslwolDAEao!nIorEFapNwrNvMnnInaOyNeetGiT.nhdnhtRTfrwhUeehgsablUtwewimfivRoioTSuzotkReihpaOHInyytriFaNbOWhnyroiAUntEOGedsofuS,ughGUDIodor,usSwIU,R’D,sevONLSmtrVmPhYeiielmEnOGlNEaoyealKlbRrLaoDeNWgoLoosobEmerOvFNOsaEEnkevTeuuheaEOtsiknOeiUnTyPhaorewnRDMiKoltu!dRwEdEWhtogcaEAIfCnoArsOisioCuNNyAanksLi,sRafteLkLtU.r-iDrGTohnsDuAlnIiuE,eMblEnoNSrVeIgrhFATIn5kuOtgmeDr’,EuGOhrm5,olsItfBoeNaNsOoIG5eeLRwmrftoTacrLcwtTAurNEy!hbSikaarOulaEUntDeohIeeieAhnSncNsnnuReYsageDmatdiBHgGrOnuoytsnenRhiLLogIytUmlaoldPkooid,EfEiauoEfwDSotfiwn.Auaed!trlaloAyfLigorrsMDrfuIyayoseO,Rsnmltpt.I.oLhshuuSIgVfOMGabwviaoNeSAenIarriOuewtrKNwImmUenilvDuGsoaLNotltDRdeiIathGYsuftOeYnNliwGyehlotCIonTacwrkLygoVOAobG.gniavLaGEgOosEtiuShOsnDeedwfhnK,EnuDIU’oevNFsaLRVDmdIacmynrYeNnOyAOGslEoeCoeRlkbiAoLatdotGNgRlDuLEoOsEhferiuOvDsrotaElwTDeVeeAKaiuo!OTtrFaVznlUhrEnonMIpIanHOKaEyNolRNvWtnhorid.htINnREheedOfGiohNiATwkeeInsrlasTkeUD,i-iDGUwmOTivhgzniUthnSepaVOHRhigNFIakWgRr’,iEOOWmEedsiEFfOnNoILrRUsOrD,grOUtTAu,!hSSh,ROUnDNSIeaNnRWYsEgiGOnuLgyUi,EfS It’s what I do. GET TO A BETTER STATE™. CALL ME TODAY. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, State Farm General Insurance Company, Bloomington, IL 1101201 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 9

Pasta bird nest By Jonelle Kimbrough Patriotic dessert Art includes seven elements: color, cakes and cookies to bread and texture, shape, line, form, space and pasta — into \"psychedelicacies\" value. Just as these aspects blend simply by tinting their wet to create the unique flavors of a ingredients with several food- mind-bending Picasso or an ethereal grade dyes and marbling them Monet, they are also key ingredients for a kaleidoscopic effect. Tint in a delicious, well-balanced diet. marshmallows for tie-dyed s'mores Your meals can be thrills, not only for by using pink, green, yellow and your taste buds, but also for your eyes purple food coloring for a traditional when you are creative with your food. bohemian look. Try red, white and blue for a patriotic appearance. PLAY WITH COLOR AND TEXTURE Just as color and texture are essential PLAY WITH SHAPE AND LINE to any work of art, shade and You can turn many foods into shapes composition also impact the appeal with cookie cutters, molds and a dash of food. of ingenuity. Fruit sparkler Rainbows are beautiful, and they Fruits and vegetables are mediums can taste as lovely as they appear. for many enticing forms. Why slice Combine strawberries for red, cantaloupe when you can make mandarin slices for orange, pineapple bite-sized balls with a simple melon spears for yellow, kiwi slices for green, baller tool? Then, cut pineapple blueberries for indigo and red grapes or orange slices into triangles and for violet to achieve a healthy ― and arrange with the cantaloupe balls color-rich ― fruit salad. Arrange the to create “suns” on a saucer, packed fruits by color in an arch shape for a with summer joy as well as vitamin beautiful, delicious rainbow. C. Another food trick is to place strawberries and blueberries on Vegetables can create a more savory wooden skewers, alternating the rainbow; slice and dice tomatoes for berries. Cut watermelon into round red, carrots for orange, peppers for slices and use a star-shaped cookie yellow, spinach for green, blue corn cutter to cut the slices into stars. for blue, black beans for indigo and Attach the watermelon stars at the beets for violet. Add red onions, red top of the skewers to create fruit cabbage, broccoli, avocado, purple kale sparklers ― explosive hits at any picnic and radish for even more texture. Even this summer. desserts and drinks can be rainbows. For instance, a cake or cocktail with Pies and cakes are always crowd- tiers of bold, bright hues can be a pleasers, especially when they stand whimsical treat for any occasion. out from traditional pastries. So, forgo lattice-style crusts and round layers Tie-dye is a staple for summer and instead, craft your confection or clothing and can be a mainstay for top your tart with summery shapes summer food, as well. You can craft such as suns, fireworks and flowers. many of your favorite foods — from Create art with a pastry knife. Jonelle Kimbrough is the executive director of Sustainable Sandhills, a nonprofit organization creating resilient environmental, economic and social resources for current and future generations in the Sandhills of North Carolina. She worked in the Department of Defense sustainability programs for 10 years before joining Sustainable Sandhills in 2019. 10 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

PPLLAAYY WWIITTHH FFOORRMM AANNDD SSPPAACCEE Be imaginative with the forms of foods and the spaces of plates to create attractive, sculptural edibles. Food plating can be just as or more artistic than the ingredients. Craving something savory? Thin slices of foods such as pepperoni, ham and even smoked salmon can be folded into delectable \"roses.\" You can make these foodies flowers by cutting refrigerated pizza dough into 3-inch strips and adding your favorite sauce and cheese. Then layer and overlap meat slices on top, roll up and place the dough strips in a muffin tin and bake until set. Garnish with basil leaves for a fresh flourish. Pasta is pliant, so it can be arranged in a variety of ways. Cook long, thin noodles — such as spaghetti or capellini — and plate the noodles into circular \"nests.\" Fill the nests with a sauce of your choice. Then, add sprigs of herbs such as flat-leaf parsley and cilantro for the \"leaves\" and round foods such as meatballs, cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls for the \"eggs.\" Add an edible flower such as sweet pea, snapdragon or dianthus, and you will have a touch of nature at your dinner table. If you are in the mood for sweets, sheet cakes are entirely blank canvasses for food art. Frost a sheet cake with white icing. This July 4, arrange blueberries and strawberry slices into \"stars\" and stripes for a festive American flag cake that is as patriotic as it is scrumptious. Or, enjoy a bit of the beach in your kitchen by frosting a sheet cake with blue-tinted icing. Spread graham cracker crumbs on half of the frosted cake to create \"sand.\" Add a cantaloupe-pineapple sun, a few store-bought Swedish Fish and chocolate seashells to complete the scene. If you care to invest in food molds, you can create these shaped candies and chocolates yourself to use on cakes or serve separately. Famed chef Jose Andres said, \"Of course food is art! To me, art should be a thrill for all of our senses.\" By adding a dash of fun to recipes, you can experience the sights, tastes, aromas and textures of your meals as never before. So, go ahead ― play with your food. 2 02 02 02 0J UJ ULYLY| | 1111

FLetaUs scinate-U The Mission of In their free time, the Fayetteville Jack and Jill love to take care of Children's plants. Museum By Susan Daniels \"I Hear, and I Forget.  I See, transactions. And, they are learning based science programs for visiting and I Remember. I Do, and I these real-world skills while having fun. school groups provide ample Understand.\" This saying by opportunities for children to learn while the Chinese philosopher Confucius Here's a concrete example of doing. All science activities include reflects his belief in the importance of learning while playing that happened a take-home component to extend experiential learning. The quote is also at Fascinate-U. A preschooler who had learning on the particular program one of the main guiding principles of an aversion to proper dental hygiene topic. For example, students may many children's museums across the came to play in the museum one day. construct a catapult when learning country, including the Fascinate-U While playing in the dentist's office about forces and motion or build a Children's Museum in downtown exhibit, the child saw a model of mini aquarium when learning about Fayetteville on Green Street. cavity-filled teeth. He was so horrified sea life. and impressed by the condition of the A nonprofit organization founded model teeth that following his visit, he Want to play with your children? in 1994, the hands-on museum has became a better teeth brusher, even The museum offers the perfect been a creative, educational and fun asking his mother daily to check his environment for children and adults destination for children for over two mouth afterward.    to play together. To maximize the decades. Fascinate-U's exhibits are benefits of a museum visit, engage designed to inspire role-playing and At a past Fayetteville Fourth Friday with your son or daughter and avoid hands-on manipulation in young event ― the museum stays open late distractions. Allowing the child to take children as a way for them to learn on these dates ― a young man visiting the lead in play while offering support about themselves, others and the the museum introduced himself as gives you, as a parent, the opportunity world around them. The child-sized a firefighter from Columbia, South to glimpse into your children's world. exhibits encompass a mini-city Carolina. He shared that while growing This focus helps with more effective concept and provide opportunities for up in Fayetteville, he had often played communication and provides another visitors to pretend to be a community at the children's museum and loved setting in which to offer gentle, worker such as a teacher, doctor, the fire station exhibit most of all. He nurturing guidance. cashier, news anchor, dentist, waitress, told the museum staff that he wanted cook or postal employee.  to see the exhibit that inspired his fire- Located at 116 Green St. in downtown fighting career. Fayetteville, the museum is open So, what do children learn by playing Tuesdays through Sundays. Admission in a grocery store, one of the favorite Experiential learning at the museum is $4 per child and $3 per adult. Every museum exhibits? They learn about is not limited to the exhibits but carries Wednesday between the hours of categories as they shop the shelves over to all programming as well. Age- 1-7 p.m., the museum is open free and healthy food options as they appropriate art classes and science of charge. To learn more about consider their choices. They learn programs continue the hands-on Fascinate-U, visit www.fascinate-u.com that goods cost money, and when philosophy of learning. Summer art or call the museum at 910-829-9171. running the register, they can learn to and science camps, yearlong art interact with others and make financial workshops, monthly Super Science Saturdays and ongoing curriculum- Susan Daniels is the director of the Fascinate-U Children’s Museum in downtown Fayetteville. Working in the children's museum field since 1984, she has been at Fascinate-U since 1998. Daniels is the mother of one son and four grandchildren. 12 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

The Case for Play in Childhood By Kim Landry that every child receives a quality child’s creativity and imagination, education while building a bridge social skills and vocabulary, As an early childhood professional between families and communities play is foundational and the key of 15-plus years, I feel that early ― I see the benefits of play. Every to appropriate early childhood intervention is the key element to child should have consistent development. Are you a parent and/ help children thrive within their opportunities to play, whether it’s or an educator? Read on to learn cognitive, social and emotional solitary, parallel or inclusive play. reasons to integrate playtime into domains. Daily in my work for With the ability to stimulate a your daily interactions with children. Action Pathways, Inc. in Fayetteville ― where our main goal is to ensure Whole child development social development has many positive According to a report in Pediatrics, outcomes. For one, learning social skills such as getting along with other the official journal of the American children, sharing toys and taking turns Academy of Pediatrics, play is essential helps diminish negative behaviors. to development because it contributes Secondly, through playtime, children to the physical, social, cognitive and develop a sense of self and others, which emotional wellbeing of children and increases the likelihood of positive youth. In other words, the whole relationship-building with both peers child. Without play opportunities, and adults. Third, confidence builds children may be at risk of experiencing as children recognize and respond to developmental delays in all areas of the needs of others and attend to their their life. Play provides children with own needs through play experiences. opportunities to understand their world, learn about themselves, demonstrate According to Pediatrics, play and creativity, display inventiveness and unscheduled time that allow for peer learn while having fun. interactions are core components of social-emotional learning. Muscle Development As noted in Pediatrics, in contrast to Cognitive Development Pediatrics names play as “integral to passive entertainment such as watching TV, play builds active, healthy bodies. the academic environment” and key to Pediatricians encourage unstructured “healthy brain development.” Play has play as an excellent way to increase been shown to help children adjust to physical activity levels in children ― a the school setting and even to enhance gateway perhaps to an ongoing active children’s learning readiness, learning lifestyle. Young children need time for behaviors and problem-solving skills. both free and structured physical play In my classroom, I see that children to develop gross and fine motor skills, who engage in a daily routine of play which are the foundations for later also demonstrate increased language physical milestones. When children have development ― a prerequisite to the freedom to play and explore, it gives reading and communication skills. them opportunities to move around and use their muscles, which is essential to Play also helps children appreciate healthy physical development. Adequate different forms of artistic expression, space promotes play experiences that understand numbers and quantities are positive, creative, free and safe for and learn creative thinking and decision- both indoor or outdoor play activities. A making. It stimulates children’s curiosity, diverse selection of toys helps achieve attentiveness and persistence. Through the end result of working both large and play, interests develop and passions take small muscles and encouraging eye-to- shape. Play is a child's path to the future. hand efficiency. Candidly speaking, I can’t fully express Social-Emotional Development the value of play, which is so essential As children engage in free play, they not just for children, but for adults, too. After all, deep down inside of our learn to socialize, share ideas, talk and being, we are still kids at heart. play cooperatively with others. Proper Kim Landry is the lead teacher supervisor at Action Pathways of Fayetteville. She has been an early childhood professional for the last 15 years. 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 13

By Mindy Love Do you remember your first concert? The Great local venues and music offerings are right around excitement and joy of seeing a favorite band the corner. Some are new to Fayetteville, while others perform songs that emotionally connect us to are veterans to the music scene. Check their schedules something deep within ourselves is something never before heading out, whether now or in the future. forgotten. That’s why “Rock Lobster” takes us back to a Junior High dance, or a wedding song evokes such Fayetteville After Five Every second Friday, Festival strong feelings. While all music speaks to our emotions, Park in downtown Fayetteville comes alive with the live music offers a deeper connection, one that is shared sound of music. Gates open at 5 p.m. for free Friday with others. A good melody makes us want to sing night summer concerts. Events start at 6:30 p.m. and are along and move our feet. In short, the euphoria we feel open to the public. Food trucks are available during the listening to live music leaves us feeling heady. shows. Bring a chair or blanket and be prepared to be entertained! See www.faydogwoodfestival.com. Summer is here and July rings in the biggest birthday bash of all every year on Independence Day. Nothing Rock’n on the River Another free concert venue is says summer or celebration more than a starry summer located at Campbellton Landing on the Cape Fear night, a cool breeze, a glass of wine and live music with River at 1122 Person St. Gather up family and friends friends, even if masks and social distancing are required every third Friday all summer long through the fall to allow the gathering to happen. Music is a medium for some family-friendly fun. The event has food, soft that brings us together. drinks and adult beverages for sale. Although events are free, parking is $10 per car, truck or SUV and $5 for The ancient Greek philosopher Plato once said, “Music motorcycles. No pets allowed. Check out the calendar of gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to concerts on Facebook at Rock’n On The River. the imagination and life to everything.” The Mill at Puppy Creek This quiet Raeford pub is Even if the quarantine is still in phases, we can try to home to great food, live local artists and karaoke. Visit get back to some semblance of normalcy. Maybe that’s them on Facebook @themillatpuppycreek for a list of visiting family, having a girl’s night out at a restaurant upcoming events. or a beach trip, albeit with caution and while following pandemic mandates. The best of times include music, if Cypress Bend Vineyards Friday nights at Cypress Bend not this summer, then as soon as possible. Vineyard alternate between jazz groups and beach Due to COVID-19, call ahead for information. Please note that some events may have changed. Mindy Love is a full-time environmental program manager with the U.S. Army Reserve Command and creator of the blog Sweet Tea and Pasta. She’s lived in North Carolina for more than 20 years and started her blog to share her Southern experiences with others. 14 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

Two Brothers Catering Join Us 2020 Gallery Events bands. Doors open at 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m., and October 6th the cover charge is $15. Food and beverages are sold during the concerts. So, put on some dancing shoes 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 15 and enjoy bands such as Jim Quick & Coastline and Too Much Sylvia. For a calendar of events, go to www. cypressbendvineyards.com/events/jazzy-f ridays/. Dirtbag Ales A local veteran friends-turned-craft-beer brewery located just off 1-95 in Hope Mills is a great place to unwind, sip some brews and listen to some local bands with friends. Events are listed on their Facebook page, @DirtbagAles. Luigi’s Italian Chophouse & Bar The sounds of live music, ranging from jazz to ‘80s to classic rock and everything in between, fill the night air every Friday and Saturday from 7-10:30 p.m. Grab a glass of wine and an Italian specialty and settle in for a good time with friends. See www.luigisnc.com/calendar. The TapHouse What better way to spend time with friends than enjoying regular performances by the 2 Bald Guys Dueling Piano Show and the Guy Unger Band — plus craft beer on tap — at this Hay Street hot spot. FInd their calendar on Facebook @TapHouse. Other venues for food, drink and local music in town include Anstead’s Tobacco Factory, Paddy’s Irish Pub Mac’s Speed Shop, and ScrubOaks Contemporary Grill. Debasish Mridha, doctor, philosopher and author, states, “Music can heal the wounds which medicine cannot touch.” Now that the country is on the road to healing after several grueling months following the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to use music as a refuge and healing mechanism. Joy is only a melody away.

Up-Close- and-Personal Art Experiences By Michelle Downey W hen most of us think to Fayetteville in February via played before. I've played at about attending a play Sharon Moyer (V Day Fayetteville my fair share of bars, cafes and or a concert, we envision on Facebook). Moyer chose a venues, but nothing compares a performing arts hall, outdoor downtown loft as a performance to a house concert. They provide amphitheater or noisy bar. But space so that the audience could a level of intimacy and respect for something new, how about a easily interact. Since the cast was that is unmatched anywhere else. family room? made up of primarily community In that type of environment, the volunteers, not traditional actors audience is truly there to listen and Secreted away are opportunities and actresses, Moyer felt a theater absorb the music they hear. They to enjoy a more intimate type of with a stage and a larger capacity pay attention to every lyric, every entertainment ― cozy and close audience might have been note, and are there to ride along together when conditions allow ― intimidating. She explained, \"The the musical journey each artist right in the middle of a home show by its nature is very personal. provides them. Find Lisette's music or backyard. I wanted the show to be intimate at www.lisette-music.com. in that way, too.\" Devra Thomas recently produced \"The Independence Theatre Local real estate agent Lee Reading Series\" — three plays McMillan hosts concerts staged in two downtown lofts and periodically throughout the year one local music store. in the backyard of her Fayetteville home. Dog Patch House Concerts \"Fayetteville has a huge usually sit out the hot summer independent arts scene, and I months and start in September felt there was room within the or October. This year, Swedish performing arts space to offer an singer-songwriter Sof ia Talvik will alternative to actors and audiences kick off the fall with a concert alike, of plays they might not hear scheduled in October. Shows are or see otherwise,\" Thomas shared. open to the public, with musicians \"These plays are more avant- playing two 45-minute sets. garde, a bit riskier shall we say, Between the sets, concertgoers but are interesting and can spark enjoy a potluck dinner during conversation nonetheless.\" which artists sell merchandise and mingle with audience members. With a small audience and Tickets are sold before each show, performing crew, the series and all proceeds go directly to the provided a sensation quite apart musicians. Check out Dog Patch from viewing actors up on a stage. House concerts on Facebook. Audience members sat nearby, and staging was kept to an absolute House concerts enable audiences minimum. Before and after the and artists to connect in a way that production, cast members mingled a bar atmosphere does not offer. with the audience and engaged Local artist Lisette summed up her in conversation. To f ind out more take on and experience with an about the series, see early 2020 loft performance. www.coloroffayetteville.com. \"Performing at the loft was The renowned production of \"The completely different from any Vagina Monologues\" returned other music venue I had ever Michelle Downey lives and works in downtown Fayetteville and is passionate about supporting downtown culture and small businesses. She blogs at FayLifeNC on Facebook and Instagram. 16 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

Lisette performing at a downtown loft. Photo credit: Michelle Downey. Right: The cast of the Vagina Monologues. 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 17 Photo Credit: Michelle Downey.

By Sana Moulder Scenes from Honey series and Sweet Tea Shakespeare performances. Think about this: how many highlights women in every aspect of Cantata, “Behold,” had a splash of strong, meaty, important or the creative process, from acting and honey this past year, with much of impactful female screen or writing to producing and costuming. the music featuring stories about stage roles can you drum up Shows in the series include stories Mary, the mother of Jesus. off the top of your head? Go focused on women and often feature on. Think about it for a good 10 new adaptations of classical works by Another way in which STS seconds at least. Some of the more beloved authors, as well as original showcases women is through cross- theatrically educated and inclined work by female playwrights. gender casting. Shakespearean might come up with enough to theatres employed all male casts, count on two hands. Compared to The Honey Series debuted in 2014 including men and boys in the roles the number of male mentions, the with \"Antigone,\" a Greek tragedy of females. Today, STS casts across gender inequality seems unfair or at centered on the titular character traditional gender roles frequently, least disproportionate. and her struggle to find justice with women and girls performing as and decency. Other productions men and boys. This lack of strong, substantive have been George Bernard Shaw’s roles for women, especially in classical “Saint Joan,” John Milton’s “Paradise Like most theater and arts and Shakespearean plays, gave Lost” and an adaption of Charlotte groups, STS’s spring and summer rise to a new take on the Sweet Tea Bronte’s “Jane Eyre,” by Fayetteville’s show calendar has changed due Shakespeare performances that have Jessica Osnoe. The most recent to the pandemic. Find supporter delighted Fayetteville audiences production, “Maid Marian,” an information, upcoming performances since 2012. The Honey series aims to original play by Osnoe, tells the story and current content, including the put talented women in the spotlight of Robin Hood through the eyes of podcast STS Cocktail Hour, at by presenting plays featuring strong the women left behind during the www.patreon.com/sweetteashakes. female casts. Each production Crusades. STS’s annual Christmas Sana Moulder is a transplanted northerner who now calls Fayetteville home and currently works for the Cumberland County Public Library in the Local & State History Room. In her spare time, you'll find her either in her quilting studio or cheering for the home team at Segra Stadium. 18 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

By Ella Wrenn Thirty plays in 60 minutes? Sounds crazy, but that’s precisely what Cape Fear Regional Theatre’s ACT FAST program promises. The 22 members of the ACT FAST troupe are military spouses, active- duty military personnel or veterans. Under the direction of Nikki Hart (CFRT’s \"Mamma Mia!\" and \"Music City\") and Matthew Jackson (CFRT’s \"The Santaland Diaries\"), the group will undertake the play \"Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind\" by Greg Allen, a collection of 30 short ― sometimes less than a minute ― plays. Performances of the play are highly energetic and participatory. Upon entering, audience members receive a “menu” of the shows, a timer is set and then the group attempts to perform all 30 plays before the timer goes off. The audience determines the order of presentation by yelling out “orders” for which play they want to see next. Over the last three years, CFRT has gained statewide recognition for the success of Passport ― its military outreach program for children of military families. The theater offers Passport for free, thanks to The North Carolina Arts Council and The Rea Charitable Trust. Over eight weeks, participants conceive, write and produce an original play that culminates in a performance for friends and family. With seed money from The Arts Council of Fayetteville of Cumberland County, CFRT launched ACT FAST this spring to expand its Passport series to serve adults. ACT FAST provides a fun and creative way to both build new friendships among military adults and deepen their connection to the broader community by bringing participants off the post for rehearsals and performances. Initially, Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom partnered with CFRT in scheduling performances. Taking shows into nontraditional spaces ― such as CFRT’s 2019 holiday production of \"The Santaland Diaries\" at The Sweet Palette in downtown Fayetteville ― creates economic and marketing momentum for local business partners, as well as attracts a new audience to engage with the theater. With the outbreak of COVID-19 this spring, ACT FAST participants continued to meet online, rehearsing with directors and running lines together in Zoom rooms. Participants and instructors alike found joy and support in gathering and spending time together during the period of isolation. At CFRT, the mission always is to be a place for people to come together, play, grow and be in community. Whether online via Zoom or in person at the theater, you can find more information about CFRT’s programs at www.cfrt.org. Ella Wrenn is the managing director at Cape Fear Regional Theatre. Joining the team in July 2019, Ella and her husband Matthew relocated to Fayetteville from New York City, where her previous administrative credits included “Cagney, The Musical” and “The Other Josh Cohen” off-Broadway. 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 19

PENNY SUE CACOULIDIS Woman Warrior and Trailblazer By Prudence Mainor Penny Sue Cacoulidis, president of the Army, managing the shipping in the trenches. Today, as an honor the Cumberland County Veterans of military household goods and membership association, MOCA Council, joined the U.S. Marine munitions. During the drawdown of supports the Veterans of Foreign Wars Corps in 1961. Following boot camp the U.S. military base in Bamberg, National Home for Children as well as at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Germany, Cacoulidis was responsible Veterans Affairs hospitals throughout Parris Island, South Carolina, she for overseeing the redeployment the country. In 2013, Cacoulidis was was assigned to the clerical and of over 5,000 soldiers with families the state president of the VFWA and, administrative tasks then traditionally back to the U.S. She also oversaw in 2017, the national president of filled by female marines. “Office the redistribution of soldiers and MOCA. She is currently an officer with work,” she called it. That position was family members from the U.S. base in the Cpl. Rudolpho P. Hernandez VFW arguably the only “traditional” job Manheim, Germany. Somewhere in Post 670 auxiliary in Fayetteville. And that Cacoulidis has held. that timeline, she worked for the U.S. then, there is her ongoing work as Air Force Academy, managing the president of the CCVC. Raised in California, the daughter of motor pool.  a military family, Cacoulidis married a The CCVC works with other veterans’ Navy man and went on to become a “My career path taught me a lot,” organizations to “gather, consolidate long-haul truck driver. “Being the first said Cacoulidis. “My volunteer life has and promote the aims, interests female to enter (many domains of) the taught me even more.”  and efforts of the military veterans man’s working world was a challenge,” of Cumberland County, North said Cacoulidis.  Elaborating, Cacoulidis gave details Carolina.” Citizens of Fayetteville are of her volunteerism. “I have been a familiar with CCVC’s primary project The former Marine has a long history Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary ― planning and executing the annual of leading and trailblazing. She was member and officer since 1983. While City of Fayetteville Veterans Day Parade the first female driver and then the overseas, I supported local schools ― tentatively scheduled this fall for Nov. first female foreman at the Navy with awards and food during times 7. Lesser known is the Gold Star Family Supply Center in Norfolk, Virginia. of disaster. Additionally, I have been Dinner, which CCVC inaugurated in Cacoulidis went on to become the a member of the Military Order of November 2019 and hopes to make an first female general foreman and then the Cootie Auxiliary since 1984 ― annual event. superintendent of transportation volunteering with the service military at Subic Bay in the Philippines. In veterans at nursing homes and “The myriad veterans’ organizations addition, she managed the U.S. Veterans Affairs hospitals.\" which make up the CCVC have Navy Reserve Materials Handling functions year-round that we invite the Equipment Fleet. Upon returning to Cooties? Yes. MOCA uses this term city of Fayetteville and surrounding the U.S. mainland, Cacoulidis worked to refer to the lice that infested the areas to support,” said Cacoulidis. For as a Department of Defense civilian heads of World War I soldiers, credited detailed information about upcoming installation transportation officer for with keeping men’s heads down events, follow CCVC on Facebook. Prudence Mainor is a longtime advocate of the environment and sustainable communtities. She lives in, works in, shops in and tirelessly promotes Fayetteville and Cumberland County. 20 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

How to Cut Energy Costs This Summer A staff report homes and business customers keep their air conditioners off while no across North America, recommends one is home, yet still ensure the home Summer is a season of rest sealing any drafts around windows is comfortable upon their return. Smart and relaxation. Warm air and or doors with weather stripping technology helps to ensure proper abundant sunshine often inspire or spray foam. Sealing drafts can energy usage. a laid-back feeling that lasts until the ensure cool air stays inside the home leaves begin to fall off the trees in early on hot days, potentially preventing Reconsider how you use your autumn. But summer also can be hard homeowners from having to run their appliances. The website on homeowners, particularly regarding air conditioners on full blast to keep www.bankrate.com notes that their monthly energy bills. their homes cool. washing machines and dishwashers consume the same amount of water As summer heats up, energy bills may Upgrade your thermostat. If you and energy, whether these appliances rise right along with the mercury in are a homeowners without a smart are full or not. Wait to use washing the backyard thermometer. Warmer thermostat, you can have one installed machines and dishwashers until you temperatures outside compel many to help lower energy costs. The Alliance have full loads. Running fully loaded people to rely more and more on to Save Energy notes that such machines provides more bang for your their air conditioners, leading to a thermostats can help homeowners buck. Also, hand-dry dishes and hang spike in energy bills. Fortunately, you optimize their homes' energy usage. clothes on a backyard clothesline to can lower summertime energy bills Smart thermostats allow homeowners save even more energy. without sacrificing comfort on hot to control the climate in their homes days and nights. remotely while also showing energy Energy costs tend to rise when consumption in real time. Smart summer hits full swing. But a Upgrade your insulation. People thermostats show homeowners just few simple measures can help who own their homes can inspect how long it takes to cool a home. This homeowners cut costs without their homes' insulation to see if it can information allows homeowners to sacrificing comfort.  be upgraded. Direct Energy, which provides energy to some 4 million 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 21

From Horseplay to Horsewomen —A Lifetime of Fun By Karen Greene Rose Cushing in the midst of an interview. The love of horses for little girls is 2020 rodeo is tentatively planned participated in clinics with many a relationship that often turns into for October, with dates forthcoming. professional horse trainers all over lifelong careers as horsewomen. Trail Gates will open at 5 p.m. and shows the United States and is currently the riding, training and showing, racing start at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday lead coach for the Special Olympics and farrier and veterinary care are nights of the weekend-long event. Equestrian Team of Cumberland just some of the ways women have County. A few years ago, she took on made careers out of their affection for Blackman expects a crowd of 1,500 the Extreme Mustang Makeover with horses. Women have contributed to to 2,000 people at each show, with an animal that had been rounded up horse culture since the times of the Saturday likely being standing-room by the Bureau of Land Management American Wild West. only. One event for girls only is the for this purpose. Men and women breakaway roping, a variation of calf participated in this event, which Sixteen years ago, the \"National Day roping where a calf is roped but culminated with a final competition of the Cowboy\" was a day set aside not thrown and tied. Barrel racing, in Clemson, South Carolina. Each to celebrate and preserve the role drill team and trick riding are other participant had 100 days to gentle, and contributions both cowboys sports for women at the rodeo. halter break, saddle train, build trust and cowgirls have made to the Leslie Reed and Lori Graham, former and develop a relationship with the western heritage and history. Former Dixie Stampede performers, will horse to compete against each other President George W. Bush said, \"We perform stunts with their two horses, in a show of accomplishment. celebrate the cowboy as a symbol of a palomino quarter horse and an the grand history of the American Appaloosa horse, as part of the show. Slim, the mustang she gentled West. The cowboy's love of the land Tickets cost $15 and are available for and showed, now lives at her farm, and the love of the country are purchase at dayofthecowboync.com. Hidden Acres Horse Farm, in Wade. examples for all Americans.\" Of course, Scroll down for 2020 information. Owned and run by McCauley and her the horse has been in the center of all The address for the farm arena is 62 husband, \"Pop,\" as he's affectionately of it, making it all possible. McGougan Rd., Lumber Bridge. Call known, the farm is a place where 910-813-7881 for details. many girls, boys and adults begin Every year on the fourth Saturday of their lifelong love affair with horses. July — except in 2020 —rodeos across As far as horsewomen go, Claudia the country celebrate the National McCauley is a local gal who has The youth, ages 6 to 17 years old, Day of the Cowboy. One rodeo in made working with horses her joy learn to ride and take care of these nearby Lumber Bridge gets in on the and livelihood. Having grown up in gentle beasts from the bottom up in action ― the family-owned-and-run Eastern Oklahoma riding cutting the Thunder Hooves 4H program for 7 Branch Farm. According to farm horses and working cattle from a Cumberland County run at the farm. co-owner Buddy Blackman, the very young age, she has an affinity Many of the 4-Hers show in western yearly rodeo benefits the Friends of for understanding horses and is a pleasure classes at the Cape Fear Trail the Cancer Center at the Cape Fear Certified Horsemanship Association Riders arena in Wade on River Road, Valley Hospital. Due to COVID-19, the riding instructor. McCauley has where they earn prized ribbons and Karen Greene is a dental hygienist and horse enthusiast living in North Fayetteville. She makes natural candle and soap products at her home business, Greene Acre Soaps. 22 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

Day of the Rose Cushing Cowboy with Winkie. Claudia McCauley on her horse. memories to carry through life. Other Rose also wanted to demonstrate For those who enjoy trail riding, a events in which the Thunder Hooves the horse world’s talented riders few places are within easy reach for members participate include trail by forming the \"Horses Got Talent\" day riding. The newly opened in 2019 challenges, mountain camping trips equestrian events held at the Carvers Creek State Park Sandhills and volunteer work in the community. Southeastern Agriculture Center in Access, located at 995 McCloskey Rd. Adult beginners learn how to tack Lumberton. Trick riding, drill teams, in Fayetteville, has multiuse trails. It up a horse and ride in an arena on freestyle and trail challenge courses affords safe wooded trails for horse the grounds. Horse boarding is also are ways these talented horses and owners. Raven Rock State Park at available at Hidden Acres Farm. riders show off their stuff. Cushing 3009 Raven Rock Rd. in Lillington has and her husband Rodney teamed a short but beautiful multiuse trail to Rose Cushing, another local up to produce equestrian programs ride. The Walthour-Moss Foundation horsewoman, grew up in New under the Cushing Media Productions at 226 Equestrian Rd. in Southern Bern. Owning a pony as a child, she name, which has won several EQUUS Pines is a 4000-acre wooded nature has remained connected to these INTERNATIONAL Film Festival® park with long, sandy trails for riding. animals as an adult. Rose has made awards. One production, \"A Flood of her love for horses into an outreach Emotion,\" focuses on the devastation If you don't own a horse and want to that highlights the horse in a caused by Hurricane Florence and learn to ride safely, Hidden Acre Horse multifaceted production of ways. Her its aftermath on the equestrian Farm is one place to go. McCauley accomplishments include a published community. According to Cushing, teaches all the basics for beginners magazine, Carolina Hoofbeats, which a new show in the works called and more advanced riders. To is the first magazine of its kind in \"Herd This\" follows veterinarian Dr. schedule a session, call 910-670-1716. the state, and a weekly television Christine McPherson Long across For other lesson options, search series \"Carolina Hoofbeats TV,\" which North and South Carolina on routine www.newhorse.com. highlights the North Carolina horse and emergency calls. Cushing industry. Look for episodes of \"Carolina commented, \"There are so many Kids who play with toys grow up and Hoofbeats TV\" on YouTube. stories that deserve to be told.\"   leave their toys behind, but horseplay never grows old. SHOP LOCAL Find a local coffee shop near you! 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 23

By Leslie Pearson A s the saying goes, my three favorite hobbies. people eat with When I was asked to write Leslie Stucker Pearson is the owner their eyes first. That of Fayetteville Pie Company located first glimpse of a this piece a few months ago, at 253 Westwood Shopping Center. beautifully crafted meal or the world was a different dessert sets the tone for the place. With the onset of entire culinary experience. COVID-19, many people have Presentation and plating can been working from home. draw attention to specific Parents are trying to find ingredients of a dish, whether creative ways to entertain for aesthetic or practical their children. Families are reasons. We see food first. cooking and eating meals We in the food industry at home. Perhaps this is the are constantly pushing the perfect opportunity to try a boundaries with our recipes, new recipe or do something not only with the juxtaposition special for your loved ones. of flavors but also with the visual presentation. However, Many contemporary artists it’s not necessary to dine in a have also been inspired restaurant to enjoy beautiful by food as both material food. It can happen in your and concept in their work. kitchen at home with a German artist Joseph little creativity. Beuys for example believed My best memories revolve that honey had spiritual around my grandma’s kitchen, properties. For Beuys, the watching her make food that production of honey and the in today’s culture would seem organizational system of bees too time-consuming. The food in the hive were similar to didn’t always look beautiful, human social networks. With but I knew it was made with social distancing policies, our love and tasted wonderful. We rhythms and routines leave talked and laughed and ate ― us feeling out of sorts. I think we could all use a little honey about now. 24 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

INGREDIENTS: Recipe by Marabeth Hampton, pastry chef at 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Fayetteville Pie Company 1/2 cup honey 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon orange oil or the zest of one large orange 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup water DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the sauce thickens and starts to bubble slightly. Remove f rom heat and let cool slightly. Pour filling into a 9-inch pie crust and top with a second 9-inch pie crust. Cut slits into the top crust and brush with an egg wash. Sprinkle some sugar on top and bake 45-60 minutes or until the crust is a golden brown. Enjoy more pies of this type by creating your own or visiting the Fayetteville Pie Company. Find the restaurant online at www.fayettevillepiecompany.com or on Facebook @faypieco. Our residents have not been ISOLATED... they have been INSULATED in Harmony Surrounded by supportive care, necessary supplies, and the protective services needed to maintain health and happiness. Call For Your Personalized Virtual Tour! 910.849.2306 ASSISTED LIVING | SECURED ASSISTED LIVING 7051 Rockfish Road | Fayetteville www.HarmonyAtHopeMills.com 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 25

By Valerie Coleman Shoe Whether it’s Bunco, Bunko or have 21 points, the bell is rung to end the Bonko, when it comes to the round. Other than the elusive 21-pointer popular dice game played with and single scores, another prize roll is a dozen players, it’s game on! Played by the “baby” Bunco of three matching taking turns rolling three dice, Bunco is numbers (other than the lucky one for scored when a person rolls three-of-a- that particular round) worth five points. kind, and all three numbers match that round’s number. Yelling, exclaiming and Each game consists of six rounds, and cheering follow, with the lucky Bunco the lucky number to roll corresponds to roller donning a crown, hat, feather boa the number of the round. The head table, or some other adornment to signify the sometimes called the queen’s table, win. And why not ― it’s mostly about begins the game with a signal, such as women having fun and being with ringing the bell or sounding a horn. Once friends anyway. play begins, if points are scored, the player continues rolling, adding to her HOW TO PLAY team’s score. If no points are scored, Twelve players divide themselves up into the player’s turn ends, and the dice are three tables of four players each, pairing passed to the next player at the table. up into teams when seated. A gamer This continues until the end of each earns 21 points for the hard-to-come-by round and the game. Bunco and achieves scores on other rolls by getting the magic number on a single After each round, the team with the die ― with a tally of one point each. lowest score rotates to the next table. Then, when the player and teammate The winning team remains at the Vallery Coleman Shoe is a lifelong Fayetteville resident who has worked with Farm Bureau Insurance for 11 years as an agent at the Ramsey Street office. She loves her job and how it allows her to meet and help people. She is married with one son. 26 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

THE BUNCO SISTERS same table. Players switch seats rules and hostesses for each month. HOME OF THE so that they are playing with a We are much more than a group of 30-MINUTE WORKOUT new teammate for the next round. women who get together on the After the game is over, the players first Friday of each month to roll CLASSES calculate points and declare winners, dice for fun. We also do life together typically for those with the most as a close-knit group that travels, Monday - Thursday: wins, losses, Buncos, baby Buncos shops, celebrates, laughs, cries, plays 5:30am/6:15am/8am/10:30am and the like, though this selection and prays together. Should one of can vary by groups. Winners receive the Sisters need anything, another 4:30pm/5:30pm/6:15pm prizes accordingly, ranging from Sister is first on the scene. The Bunco Friday: cash to gifts. Sisters are family. 5:30am/6:15am/8am/10:30am HISTORY OF PLAY One of the things that I feel makes Saturday: Bunco originated in 19th-century our group unique is the range of 8am/8:40am England as a confidence game. ages among the members ― from In 1855, the game arrived in San 20-somethings to 70-year-olds. Can’t Wait to See Francisco, California, as a gambling Each month, a Bunco Sister hosts Your Smiling Faces! activity ― often of the swindling the game night at her home, nature ― in spaces that became complete with a meal and an array DINAH known as gambling parlors or Bunco of desserts ― our favorite. It is a time GOODMAN parlors. Gaining popularity from the of fellowship for our group of 12 and post-Civil War to Prohibition periods, sometimes up to 20 women. With Master Coach the dice game was often associated more players comes the need for Personal Trainer with speakeasys. “Bunco squads” or more playing tables, which works, law-enforcement groups raided the too. During the summer months, 3039 Boone Trail Ext. parlors. Not until the 1980s did Bunco instead of Bunco, we usually take 910-889-1155 enjoy a revival as a game for friends a trip together. In December, we or families. celebrate with a fabulous meal and www.facebook.com/FitBodyBooneTrail/ a Dirty Santa gift exchange ― a 2 0 2 0 J U LY | 27 Today Bunco is played as a social favorite evening of fun for all. game, hence the statement that the dice game involves all luck and Our monthly Bunco nights have no skill. In 2006, The World Bunco created a well-rounded group of true Association reported over 59 million friendships. Our husbands join in women played Bunko, 27 million with us for other activities and enjoy regularly. Earning large amounts time with the Bunco Sisters, too. One of money for charities, Bunco husband said, “You can say what you fundraisers have become popular want to about the Bunco girls, but over the years. In 2006, the first they show up when you need them.” World Championship held supported the National Breast Cancer Bunco night is a time to enjoy Foundation. fellowship among friends. Being a part of something is rewarding. If you THE BUNCO SISTERS are not part of a Bunco group, you My Bunco group, officially known can easily start one of your own. It is as “Bunco Sisters,” has been playing one night a month you will not want since 2009. The first meeting was at to miss. While the game is fun, the The Hilltop House to determine the relationships are the best.

Let’s Play Ball! Women’s Full-contact Football in Fayetteville L ittle known to most, a traditional By Caroline Schafer particular position or not. Case in point male sport that’s been growing is the versatile Scott-Hudson, who has as an option for women is Joined by assistant coach Lakisha played in the slots of full-back, running- women’s full-contact football. McDonald and devoted players, back and even kicker. The dedication In fact, it’s not just growing but has a Fayetteville Fierce provides a place for even extends to the pocketbook, with league of its own called The United women who love the sport of football players paying to play the sport by way States Women’s Football League, now and want to see more of the game of renting equipment and purchasing a decade old. Fayetteville has a history than just from the sidelines. In a male- uniforms. The commitment the with the league; the current local team dominated sport, it’s not always easy coaches and players demonstrate for is the Fayetteville Fierce. for women to find a way to engage the sport drives their ambition to stay past fanfare ― for females to get on the in the league and continue to compete. Co-owner and head coach Vernon field, run plays and show that gender Pettaway has coached football for over shouldn’t matter. Until recent years, no Pettaway said, “It’s the willingness to 10 years and for the past few years full-contact football leagues existed for learn and be a team player that makes has been joined by fellow co-owner women. Now, with football as a choice the Fayetteville Fierce a great team.”   and previous player, Sara “Liz” Scott- for women receiving more attention Hudson. A former team, the Cape Fear and publicity, teams and leagues Although women are the only ones Thunder, featured Scott-Hudson as a are not only developing but also playing on the field, the team isn’t just player and Pettaway as coach and co- establishing a name for themselves. for women. Devoted family members owner. With changes in ownership, the and friends support the women. two decided it would be better to start In the diversified USWFL, dedication is another team than not to have one the name of the game, with coaches To join in the support, find the altogether. This mindset birthed the and owners giving many hours and Fayetteville Fierce on Facebook for Fayetteville Fierce in 2015. resources to the players. Players, as a information on team tryouts, games or testament to their athletic prowess, volunteer and sponsorship details. step up to fill positions on the team whether they have experience in that Pictured: Nondescript female football players, not Fayetteville Fierce team members. Caroline Schafer is the producer of the Army Wife Talk Radio podcast. Originally from Oklahoma, she credits the military for calling the Fayetteville area her current home. 28 | J U LY 2 0 2 0

A staff report The word summer conjures up many things — but perhaps nothing more so than the beach. According to the United States Lifesaving Association, beach attendance holds at nearly 211 million visitors annually, suggesting that beaches are arguably the most popular spots in the country to unwind and soak up rays. But the popularity of beaches is not exclusive to the United States, and people across the globe have an incentive to make their visits to the beach as eco-friendly as possible. Clean beaches make days lounging on the sand more enjoyable, and well-maintained beaches will remain hotspots for summer fun for decades to come. Avoid the dunes. Dunes do more than just add character and beauty to beaches. Dunes protect coastal properties from sea waves and provide habitats for specific plants and animals. While storm waves can remove sand from dunes and contribute to erosion, human activity, such as walking through dunes instead of utilizing walkovers that carry beachgoers over the dunes, also can track sand away from the dunes. Over time this human activity can lead to beach erosion. Leave nothing behind but a sandcastle. When packing for a day at the beach, pack only those items that you can take with you when the day ends. Bring water in reusable water bottles you might take to campsites, and bring reusable utensils so you won’t have to make many trips to the garbage can while you’re at the beach. One stiff summer breeze can blow trash right out of beach garbage cans, increasing the likelihood that garbage ends up in the ocean. That risk is nonexistent if beachgoers bring only reusable materials they plan to take home with them. Keep a watchful eye on dogs. Many people like to bring their dogs to the beach. But dog owners must monitor their dogs to ensure they don’t relieve themselves in the ocean. According to the Pacific Shellfish Institute, pet waste can reduce the oxygen content in the oceans, potentially harming fish and threatening their existence. When packing for the beach, dog owners who plan to bring their four-legged friends should make sure they pack enough bags to collect their dogs’ excrement. Discard each bag appropriately. Get your hands dirty. Many people understandably view the beach as a getaway where they want to relax rather than work. But beachgoers can do their part to protect the surf and sand by picking up any litter they see while strolling the sand. One need not conduct an extensive beach cleanup, but every piece of trash a beachgoer picks up is a piece of trash that does not find its way into the ocean, where it can negatively affect marine life and make swimming in the sea less enjoyable. Hundreds of millions of people visit beaches every year. Protecting these popular getaways does not take much effort, but those efforts can have a lasting impact. 22002200JJUULLYY | | 2299

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