Home  Blog Chatham Chatlist #2761
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Written by Gene Galin
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Monday, 26 February 2007 |
This digest contains the following messages:
1. March Library Friends Art Exhibit
2. PITTSBORO NEEDLE CRAFTERS
3. Re: No takers on low cost spay and neuter
4. RE: Chatham Chatlist #2758
5. lawnmower repair
6. my husband, my hero the flying squirrel catcher Part 2
7. Why would you want it?
8. Re: 4-H
9. Barry Bailey does great tile work
10. Fertilizer! Spring 'round the corner!!
11. Relay for Life FUNdraiser
12. Homeowner Septic and Well Workshop --- This Thursday night --- 7:00 pm
13. masonry woodstove
14. Tile Recommendation
15. Please post on the Chatlist
16. Call for Artists for Art in the Garden Show
17. ELECTRICIAN--Thanks!!
18. FREE Science Camp
19. Redistricting
20. Tile Installation
21. Our schools need us!
22. Music this week at the General Store Cafe, 39 West Street, Pittsboro, please post, thanks!
23. Re: BOE Meeting at Horton 2-26-07
24. Earth Ore Fire
25. Request for a posting
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 07:29:31 -0500
From: "Andrea" <ajtstark.nc.rr.com>
Subject: March Library Friends Art Exhibit
"Paper & Paint" Art Exhibit March 3 - March 30
The Friends of the Pittsboro Memorial Library ( <http://www.pittsborolibraryfriends.org/> www.pittsborolibraryfriends.org) are pleased to present "Paper & Paint," by nationally known Chatham artist, author and instructor, Carol Owen. A professional artist for 30 years, working in various media, her impressionist style oil paintings and handmade paper art express passion, creativity, and an inner vision. Her works in paper and landscape paintings can be viewed through March in the Reeves Gallery at the library, 158 West St, Pittsboro (542-3524), during library hours (Mon 10-6, Tue 10-8, Wed 10-6, Thu 10-6, Fri 10-6, Sat 9-5).
Working initially as a weaver and papermaker, Carol Owen now works in mixed media. She has exhibited throughout the United States and her artwork has appeared in many publications, including Collage for the Soul, and magazines including Somerset Studio, Legacy and Country Living.
Of her art, Carol Owen states," My work in handmade paper reflects my interest in quilt designs. I use old quilt patterns as my inspiration and starting point. Then, after making the paper, I paint it with acrylic paints, fold it and assemble it into three dimensional shapes, transforming the paper and traditional designs into new images." Asked about her paintings, the artist reveals, "My landscape paintings are how I see my world. On my travels I sketch constantly, and many of those sketches later become paintings back in my studio. I prefer oil paints because I work primarily with a palette knife, and the oils give me a heavily textured surface. I've been working this way for many years, and love the explosion of color and texture I get. It's instant gratification!"
Carol provides workshop and exhibits throughout the United States every year. Her book, Crafting Personal Shrines, was published by Lark Books in October, 2004, and reprinted in soft cover in February, 2006. She also participates in the Chatham County Open Studio Tour.
Please visit and enjoy this exceptional exhibit. (Works are available for purchase through the artist.) For additional information about the exhibit, contact Leslie Palmer at LesPalmer.aol.com.
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 08:01:03 -0500
From: "Jane Tripp" <jwtripp.ncsu.edu>
Subject: PITTSBORO NEEDLE CRAFTERS
PITTSBORO NEEDLE CRAFTERS
MARCH 8 CLASS WILL FEATURE
BASIC QUILTING
WE WILL BEGIN WITH INSTRUCTION ON SIMPLE BLOCK CONSTRUCTION,
USING THE NINE PATCH BLOCK AS OUR PATTERN, WE PLAN TO COVER ROTARY CUTTING, STRIP PIECING, MEASURING PROPERLY, AND COLOR COORDINATION.
NO SUPPLIES TO BRING THIS TIME! PLUS NO PRIOR SKILL IS NEEDED!
IF YOU ALREADY A QUILTER, EITHER BRING A PROJECT TO INSPIRE US, OR FEEL FREE TO LEND YOUR EXPERTISE.
IN APRIL, WE WILL CARRY ON WITH "SANDWICHING" OUR BLOCK(S)
AND TEACH YOU HOW TO QUILT BY HAND AND/OR MACHINE.
QUILTING CAN BE A FULFILLING AND INEXPENSIVE CRAFT ONCE YOU HAVE MASTERED THE BASICS. PLAN TO ATTEND NOW!
THURSDAY, MARCH 8
630PM-830PM
AND, TO THOSE WHO HAVE NOT ATTENDED YET: CLASSES ARE HELD THE SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH SEPTEMBER-MAY IN THE MAIN AUDITORIUM OF THE COOPERATIVE EXTENSION BUILDING IN PITTSBORO. THE CAR PARK ENTRANCE IS DIRECTLY OFF THE TRAFFIC CIRCLE - A VERY SMALL ROAD ALONGSIDE THE GAS STATION.
A CLASS FEE OF $5 IS COLLECTED TO COVER SOME SUPPLIES, WITH THE REMAINING FUNDS DONATED TO A LOCAL CHARITY IN MAY.
We look forward to seeing you all!!
For furhter information, reservations. or directions: Joan Mylek, 967-4997or
Kathy Nichols, knichols.touchnc.net
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 08:23:45 -0500
From: Christine Casey <chris_casey.ncsu.edu>
Subject: Re: No takers on low cost spay and neuter
While no vets have offered to participate in a spay/neuter week through a Chatlist post, many of the local veterinarians do provide discounted surgeries throughout the year to Chatham Animal Rescue and Education (CARE) for our low-cost spay/neuter program.
Christine Casey
Chatham Animal Rescue and Education
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 09:31:55 -0500
From: "Williams, Sandie" <SandieWilliams.PerformanceInc.com>
Subject: RE: Chatham Chatlist #2758
Here's a thought: What if part of the punishment for having a weapon at school or any other serious occurrence was to have the guilty parties spend a designated amount of time cleaning Chatham's road sides?
~Sandie~
"There is tremendous happiness in making others happy, despite our own situations."
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 09:37:27 -0500
From: "Robin Hill" <smlnmyt.mindspring.com>
Subject: lawnmower repair
Need someone to repair 4 non-working mowers - can bring to you. It may just be maintenance type things. Prefer someone near northwest part of county (Chicken Bridge area). Jerry Partin isn't able to do this work right now. Email me at smlnmyt.mindspring.com. Thanks.
Robin Hill
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 10:09:30 -0500
From: "Monica Howell" <thebeadhive.gmail.com>
Subject: ** my husband, my hero the flying squirrel catcher Part 2
My husband, My hero, the "flying squirrel catcher" Part II
Does anyone have an owl I can borrow or possibly a really hungry feral cat?
Five just wasn't my lucky number. There had to be additional varmints for only one evening of mayhem in my household didn't hold true to my previous fate with unwanted critters, and I knew it.
So, we had 5 and apparently that wasn't enough, the next night was unnerving and long to say the least. My husband came home from work and when he walked through the back door I was standing in the middle of the living room with my neck craned in the direction of the ceiling with each hand gripping a different weapon. I turned and looked at my husband and he just laughed. In one hand I had Ellie's minnow net, in the other her broom. Upon completion of his laughter and in reference to her broom he asked, "Now just what are you gonna do with that?" I retorted with, "I'm going to defend myself if this net doesn't work." He put down his bag and took the net from my hand and we followed the critter up the stairs. This particular squirrel was a bit surly and was trying to mock us with his tail wagging movements.
Contemptuous behavior after a long night of sleepless frustration didn't win him a spot in our hearts as warm and fuzzy squirrel of the year. It wasn't long before he was in a cookie tin and transported outside.
A few minutes later I saw two more and they were inches apart from one another but just far enough way from me to be out of reach. Their resting spot was on the ceiling above the couch. I found this desired location of theirs not so peaceful to me as Zoë and Sprocket were literally rearranging the furniture trying to get at them easier. It was quite impossible to watch CSI Miami with the couch that I was sitting on moving every few seconds. Trying to find normalcy in a house with 2 large dogs hunting flying squirrels is similar to putting panty hose on a rooster. Not possible. So we put down our weapons and decided to go to bed. Before I went downstairs I gave the dogs a 'do your job' pep talk, 2 cookies each and let them sniff the minnow net. All night long I heard them pounce and retreat, pounce and retreat, pounce and retreat. I heard a crash at about 2 am and feared the result of the sound would irritate me if I knew what it actually was, so I decided to wait until morning to see for myself. I'm not sure what time my brain finally went into sleep mode but the next morning I had dark circles under my eyes. My husband found the result of the 'crash sound' first and I knew it was bad when he gasped and said, "Ohhhhh boy, she's gonna be pissed." And I was, it was one of the saucers for my tea cups. The oldest set in my collection. I wanted to scream when I saw it. I have very few possessions that I am attached to, but the ones that have a story and were passed down from family mean the world to me. I did cry but not for long.
Ellie screamed when she spotted the first one. "DADDY, DADDY, GET IT! GET IT DADDY!" "Get what Ellie?" Ellie was standing in the doorway of our bedroom pointing next to Sprocket who was literally smiling with pride and beside him was his competition, resting in peace. I rewarded Sprocket with lots of love and affection and thanked him for doing what mommy had asked of him. He wasn't my only conqueror that morning, Zoë was in the living room lying next to the fireplace and she too had a look of exhausted victory upon her face.
Next to her feet was her competitor, slap worn out and wet with slobber. I was so proud of my dogs and totally smitten with what they had done, the restless night I experienced had now paid off. After giving her lots of love and kisses (not on her mouth) I counted in my head...1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8..
Wow, to me, that is considered infestation. And for some reason, I felt in my bones we weren't through with the squirrel saga just yet, and I was right.
All day long I was thinking to myself, I haven't caught one yet. I wished I still had my golf clubs, my 3 wood in particular. I was once mighty good with a 3 wood in my hands. I had a handicap that made grown men envious; I imagined what I could do to a flying squirrel if that swing of mine has stayed with me all these years.
So the work day was almost near completion and it was time to venture home.
When Ellie and I got there the house was very quiet and for a brief moment I felt, it may be over with. I might not get the pleasure of taking one out.
It's not that I want to harm these animals; I just don't want to live with them anymore.
The house remained quiet until my husband came home from work. I was mid sentence in telling him that I haven't heard a peep when I heard a peep. The dogs were up and ready and so were we. Jeff reached for his weapon of choice, a 3 foot long closet rod and I was stuck with Ellie's useless broom..
Not really sure where the minnow net is at this point. I'm grateful our house is made of mostly wood, for I can only imagine the damage Jeff would have caused if it were a glass house. My husband was getting really good at this squirrel capturing thing and I knew it was just a matter of our time and just how long they were willing to hold out on food and water. Jeff talked me out of throwing a baseball at one that night; he didn't have enough faith that I would hit it and feared that I would knock down every breakable item with the balls return of inevitable gravity. When he wasn't watching I did have the satisfying pleasure of whopping one with the heel our daughters cowboy boot. It pleases me to know that I still have my fast pitch arm from high school. So there were 2 more gone now and that made for 10 total. Double digits, we were definitely winning this match but I was ready for closure and itching to clean my house. There aren't many people who enjoy cleaning up after an unwanted guest. Due to their presence and total lack of "potty training", these unwelcomed guests of mine have made a huge mess. In addition to that, these squirrels have made a nut of me. No pun intended. Over the past few days I have found myself walking around my house with my head craned to the ceiling, eyes peeled for the furry tailed creatures. I caught myself talking to them; I even talked one into simply walking out the front door. And that made eleven.
It's been 24 hours since I've seen a flying squirrel in my house, I feel as though the fiasco has finally come to an end. I am looking forward to cleaning my house now. I also look forward to putting the pieces back together of my saucer. Thank you to everyone who responded about my writing capabilities, it is definitely something I enjoy doing. Just so you know, every bit was unfortunately true!
The End, I hope.
Monica
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 10:26:50 EST
From: BECHTELLAW.aol.com
Subject: Why would you want it?
I would like to know what in the world would make someone take an advertisement sign off the side of my car. I work for State Farm . Southern Village for Agent Donny Dingess. I have been driving around with one advertisement magnet on each side of my car until Friday evening when I noticed someone had removed one for me. If you see a magnetic sign with State Farm Agent Donny Dingess . 942-3366 anywhere please grab it and email me so I can come get it.
These signs are expensive and I would love to have it back.
I keep asking myself, why would anyone do such a thing?
Thanks,
Gina Bechtel-Hicks
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 10:32:48 -0500
From: Duncan Murrell <duncan.rattlejar.com>
Subject: Re: 4-H
I want to chime in about 4-H. My participation in 4-H, from elementary school age into college, quite literally changed my life, and also brought my family closer together. My sister was just as involved, and both my parents were leaders. I had dozens of projects and, as a suburban kid, not a single animal except for our dog.
However, I learned an enormous amount about agriculture, livestock breeds and characteristics (through judging programs), and rural life because most of my friends were fellow 4-H'ers who lived on farms. 4- H gave me the opportunity to travel the country, and for some of my friends, the world. I also learned about photography and, most importantly for me now, writing. 4-H is an unusual organization in that the members are held responsible for directing their projects and clubs; I know this fostered independence in me.
I've always loved that the very first line of the 4-H pledge is, "I pledge my head to clearer thinking." We desperately need people -- including children -- who can think clearly about this county, the challenges facing agriculture and rural America, and what we can do to get past our squabbles and do something constructive and tangible.
If there's one thing about 4-H that makes it unique, it's this: 4- H'ers _do_ things. They make things, they raise things, they create things, they fix things. A 4-H slogan I remember is Learn By Doing; the 4-H'ers I knew were the type of people who got things done, whether it was setting up a horse show or cleaning streams.
d
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 11:21:14 -0500
From: "Margie Shiels" <mshiels.fhi.org>
Subject: Barry Bailey does great tile work
I've seen a couple of requests for someone to do tile work. We recently had Barry Bailey do some tile in a couple of baths for us (new
construction) and he did a beautiful job. He also does granite work, though I haven't personally seen any of his granite installations.
Barry Bailey 247-6128
Margie Shiels
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 12:16:24 -0500
From: "Pete Jaeger" <pete.dixiemedia.com>
Subject: Fertilizer! Spring 'round the corner!!
FREE organic fertilizer! Via the pick up truck load only... YOU load our well rotted material from horse barn. My 5 year old veggie garden - along side same - is "living proof" of the wonderful product effectiveness! We manufacture it daily and have plenty of the "old stuff" to share.
Appointments or at least a call ahead with relative time for pick up appreciated.
Thanks,
Pete Jaeger
Flintlock Morgans
4530 Mann's Chapel Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Riding Lessons & Barn #919 - 929-1416
Cell 919 - 618-1234
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 12:19:00 -0500
From: <asfewas2.peoplepc.com>
Subject: Relay for Life FUNdraiser
The Bynum UMC/Ruritan Team will be holding its annual Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the Bynum Ruritan Club. To enter your soup you need 4-5 quarts of soup in a crock pot and a $10.00 entry fee. Soups are to arrive at 4:30pm, Judging begins at 5:15pm and serving begins at 6:00pm. $2.00 per bowl to taste the winning soups and others. Included will be crackers, mini corn bread, sweet and unsweet tea and desserts. All money goes to the Relay for Life. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd nad 3rd places. Call Today!!
To enter your soup call Karen Webster at 542-6931.
Thank you for supporting the NUMBER ONE fundraising community!!
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 13:52:50 -0500
From: "Glenn Woolard" <glenn_woolard.ncsu.edu>
Subject: Homeowner Septic and Well Workshop --- This Thursday night --- 7:00 pm
Homeowner Septic and Well Workshop --- Thursday --- March 1, 2007 --- 7:00 pm --- Pittsboro, NC
Spaces are still available. It's not too late to register. The workshop will be held in the auditorium at the Chatham County Agriculture Building in Pittsboro. Homeowners, prospective homeowners, builders and developers are urged to attend.
The workshop is being conducted jointly by the Chatham County Public Health Department and the Chatham County Center of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service.
Septic system topics will include lot evaluation, soil requirements, water usage, house location, setbacks, types of systems, when to pump, cleaning filters, additives, grey water, signs of system failure, on-site waste water monitoring program, landscaping over septic fields, repairs, permits and inspections required for repairs, and reports and record-keeping. New technologies including drip, pretreatment and gravelless systems will be discussed. The wells section will include permits, location, construction, maintenance, water samples, potential problems, and possible solutions.
Displays will include septic additives, alarms, filters, pumps, monitoring programs, innovative systems, and wells.
The registration fee of $5.00 can be paid at the door. Please call
542-8202 to pre-register.
For more details call Glenn Woolard, County Extension Director, at 542-8202.
Cooperative Extension employment and program opportunities are offered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
Glenn E. Woolard
County Extension Director
NC State University
NC Cooperative Extension, Chatham Co. Center
email: glenn_woolard.ncsu.edu
PO Box 279
Pittsboro, NC 27312
tel: 919-542-8202; fax: 919-542-8246
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/chatham/
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 14:26:09 -0500
From: Donna Moss <apex_ps.earthlink.net>
Subject: masonry woodstove
Laura,
We had a Finnish masonry woodstove constructed in our house in 1994 by Joseph Kenlan, who lives in Chatham County and has been working in stone for 30 years. It has been a wonderful woodstove that even has a cook oven at the top, which has saved us during many hurricanes.
Here is Joe Kenlan's website and contact info:
http://www.finestonemasonry.com/
We purchased two books from the Maine Wood Heat Company
(http://www.mainewoodheat.com/pub.html):
1. Finnish Fireplace Construction Manual 2. Finnish Fireplace: Heart of the Home
The Masonry Heater Association has a good website with resources and a member directory:
http://mha-net.org/
Hope this helps,
Donna Moss
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 14:53:06 -0500
From: "Sally W Scholle" <sscholle.chatham.k12.nc.us>
Subject: Tile Recommendation
In response to the posts needing tile work done, we were very pleased by the tiling that Susan Sanders did for our bathroom remodel.
She was meticulous and affordable. Her # is 663-3422. Her card says that she does residential and light commercial including floors, walls and countertops.
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 16:07:52 -0500 (GMT-05:00)
From: NC Arts Gallery <ncartsgallery.earthlink.net>
Subject: Please post on the Chatlist
The NC Arts Incubator will conduct a beginner watercolor class on Wednesday nights from March 7 - April 25. The classes are from 6:30-9:00 pm. In this 8 week session, you will learn techniques and gain skills with step by step instruction by Chana Meeks. The instruction fee is $100 if you bring your own supplies or $225 for instruction fee and all supplies included. For more information or to reserve a space in the class, phone Chana Meeks at 663-4550. The classes will be held in the NC Arts Incubator at 223 North Chatham Avenue in downtown Siler City.
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 16:23:24 -0500 (GMT-05:00)
From: NC Arts Gallery <ncartsgallery.earthlink.net>
Subject: Call for Artists for Art in the Garden Show
Call for artists to participate in the Art in the Garden show sponsored by the NC Arts Incubator. This outdoor 2 day show will celebrate the talents of our finest local and regional artists. The show will be held June 2-3 and will be located on the grounds of an elegant residence in the Chatham County countryside. The show is sponsored by the NC Arts Incubator. For more information or an application, contact Chana Meeks 919-663-4550 at NC Arts Incubator or email chanas_art_market.yahoo.com.
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 16:37:05 -0500 (GMT-05:00)
From: pneenan.ix.netcom.com
Subject: ELECTRICIAN--Thanks!!
Many thanks for all the referrals in response to my query about an electrician.
Peter Neenan
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 19:58:18 -0500
From: "Sarah Hardison Kotzian" <sarah_kotzian.ncsu.edu>
Subject: FREE Science Camp
I just received word that again this summer the Science House on NCSU's campus will offer rising 11th and 12th graders two weeks of summer camp for FREE! The camp's objective is to introduce teens to careers in science through projects and presentations. The Science House has slots for their camp program: EnviroTech, Exploring Environmental Science /June 17 - 29, 2007. All those interested should contact Keith_warren.ncsu.edu or visit
http://www.science-house.org/student/envirotech/ for more information
There are limited slots available and applications must be received by the end of March (first come, first serve). This is an excellent opportunity for 4-H youth as well as other youth that I hope you are able to take advantage of.
For more information the 4-H program in Chatham County, please contact Sarah Kotzian, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development at sarah_kotzian.ncsu.edu or at 542-8202.
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Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2007 22:57:24 -0500
From: "chatlist" <chatlist.coolharts.com>
Subject: Redistricting
I just returned from this evening's school board meeting. I attended because I wanted to keep an eye on what happened concerning redistricting and to hear the boards final decision, even though we were still in the Silk Hope region, barely. At one time our area was out of the Silk Hope district and in the Siler City Elementary district.
I was amazed that very few parents attended the final hearing. This issue has been a hotbed for the community since the original redistricting proposal. Being a proud Silk Hope parent it created a lot of stress for everyone involved. Now for all of Siler City Elementary School supporters, I have nothing against your school except that you are twice as far from my home then Silk Hope is.
Gerald Totten has been a supporter of the community. I have high praise for him. The vote this evening was 4 to 1 in favor of the proposed district. The dissenting vote came from Debra McManus. Her concerns were valid but very limited. Her main concern is that the Silk Hope School is still over crowded even after the redistricting. She fails to grasp the concepts of contiguous attendance zones, bus travel time, natural boundaries and neighborhood cohesiveness; all of these items were items that weighed heavily on the final proposal.
The northwest part of the county is very spread out. Many families still own large tracts of land and generations of the same family live on that land. The same generations attend and attended the Silk Hope School.
There are several teachers who have been teaching there for close to forty years. Ms McManus, this is why we are so passionate about our community and our school. Yes, Siler City Elementary is a good school but we are looking beyond the numbers we are looking at the community we want our children to be brought up in. On our small country road we filled up over a row of chairs at one of the planning sessions. I like to believe that our dedication kept us in the school zone we wanted to be in.
The redistricting is over for now in the Silk Hope community. Who will be next? My bet is the Northeast, that is if the school board will be given the funds by the commissioners to design and construct the needed facilities. But that is another story for another Chatlister........
Jonathan Hart
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:43:43 -0500
From: "SPOPAR" <spopar.nc.rr.com>
Subject: Tile Installation
Subject: Tile Installation - Chuck Burbach
We would highly recommend Chuck Burbach of Pittsboro for any tile work you need done. We have used him twice in the last 2 years. In all he tiled 3 bathrooms, an enlarged shower stall, laundry room and kitchen. Not only is his work exceptional, but he also has a wonderful artistic eye and will work with you creatively, if you choose. On top of that, he is one of the nicest people we have worked with. His number is 919-200-2042.
Ieva
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 06:03:34 -0500
From: "JORGIE BROWN" <jorgieb.hotmail.com>
Subject: Our schools need us!
<DIV class=RTE>Hello Chatlisters,</DIV>
<DIV class=RTE>I don't often chime into the discussions with my opinions, even though I often have one. These last couple of days reading about school violence and disrepair has struck a heartstring with me though. As many of you know, I work at the General Store Cafe and I come in contact with a lot of Chatham County folks every day. I get to have wonderful, intelligent, colorful conversations with folks from all different walks of life day in and day out. Then I come home to my 2 wonderful children. I have felt comforted that I am raising them in such a diverse community with well educated people. But I am now wondering if those people ever think about our public school systems here in Chatham County. I've never visited any of the other schools besides Horton Middle School where my son goes, so I am only going on information I have read on the chatlist. There is one thing I know for certain though. These children are the future! They are precious to us all. If we do not nurture, protect, and educate them; this world is in for it. Yes, it is the job of the parent to do, but let's face it not all parent's do the job. When they don't, it becomes the communities job to care for the child the best that they can. We are responsible to send these kids to safe schools in good repair where they can get the best education that we can provide them. I hear talk all the time about how to attract people to Chatham County. Well, horrible water, schools falling apart, and new shopping centers don't sound very appealing to me. I care about Chatham County and it's future. I usually have a meeting on Monday nights when the Board meets, but I am going to start being there. I am also coming to the school board meeting. It's time for us to start doing more than chatting. Our children are depending on us.</DIV> <DIV class=RTE> </DIV> <DIV class=RTE>Sincerely,</DIV> <DIV class=RTE>Jorgie Brown</DIV> <DIV class=RTE><A xhref="mailto:jorgieb.hotmail.com">jorgieb.hotmail.com</A></DIV>
<DIV class=RTE>(252)646-4791</DIV>
<DIV class=RTE>533-3073
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 06:36:30 -0500
From: "joyce" <joyce.thegeneralstorecafe.com>
Subject: Music this week at the General Store Cafe, 39 West Street, Pittsboro, please post, thanks!
This week at the General Store Cafe.
We will be having Jazz with the Tony Galiani Band on Thursday, March 1, 8:00-10:00 pm, Sheila Warner on Friday, March 2 from 8:30-10:30 pm and
Bluesology on Saturday, March 3 from 8:30-10:30 pm. Enjoy our Sunday
Brunch from 9 am until 4 pm on Sunday, March 4. Be sure and mark your calendar for an upcoming Burrito Bash for CARE on Monday, March 12.
Your $12 donation includes a GSC dinner burrito & chips, music provided by Matt Daniels. Silent auction items including pottery, metal sculptures, Broadway Series South tickets, local art and much more!
Don't forget to check our website for the regular lunch and dinner menus Monday-Saturday, weekly dinner specials Thursday-Saturday, our Sunday Brunch and other links and details at www.thegeneralstorecafe.com
Joyce Remick
General Store Cafe
39 West St.
Pittsboro, NC 27312
919-542-2432
www.thegeneralstorecafe.com
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 06:44:48 -0500
From: "STEVE CANDELORI" <specscape.earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: BOE Meeting at Horton 2-26-07
With the opportunity to ease the minds of the residents of Chatham County, the BOE members decided not to ... by being tight lipped over school violence policies.
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 07:19:25 -0500
From: Forrest Greenslade <fcg.forrestgreenslade.com>
Subject: Earth Ore Fire
Contact: Nicole Ward
President: CCCC Ceramics and Metals Guild
Phone: 918-542-0871
Email: wardn1.earthlink.net
*CCCC Artists Guild Presents “**Earth** **Ore** Fire”*
Students, alumni, faculty and colleagues of the Carolina Central Community College Ceramics and Metal Sculpture Program will hold “Earth Ore Fire”, an exhibition and sale of original artworks in metal, clay, glass and concrete. This free show, featuring both emerging and established artists, will run March 17^th to 30^th at the North Carolina Arts Incubator in historic Siler City. The gallery hours are 10-2 Monday-Friday, 11-5 Saturday. Visitors can meet the artists at a reception on March 23^rd from 5 to 8 pm at 223 North Chatham Street in Siler City.
“The Earth Ore Fire Show offers art lovers an opportunity to experience the exciting happenings at the college, arts incubator and evolving Siler City art scene,” notes sculpture teacher Kevin Eichner. "The CCCC Ceramics and Metal Sculpture Program and the NC Arts Incubator enjoy a symbiotic relationship." Nicole Ward, CCCC student and Guild President explains, “Art students have the advantage of interacting with established artists who have working studios at the incubator, and the incubator has a continuous supply of new talent”. “It’s an exciting place to learn and work.” Art student Jennifer Siegel adds, “Showing my pottery and metal sculpture at this show is especially exciting for me.
It is my very first show, and I am graduating from this great program in May.”
The CCCC clay and metal sculpture program has a unique design and location. What sets it apart from other professional arts and crafts programs is the inclusion of entrepreneurial instruction that will assist in the planning, operation, and marketing of a professional studio and gallery. For more information, visit:
http://www.cccc.edu/programs/Sculpture.html.
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Date: Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:21:42 EST
From: MBOZdanski.aol.com
Subject: Request for a posting
Hello
I am a member of the Central Carolina Community College(CCCC) Clay and Metal Sculpture Guild. We are having a show featuring the art work of many of our guild members. Can you post the event on the chatlist? The show is entitled "Earth.Ore.Fire" and will run from March 17-29th. There will be a reception on March 23 from 5:00-8:00pm at 223 North Chatham Street, Siler City NC...home of the NC Art's Incubator. The gallery will be open for business Monday -Friday 10am-2pm and on Saturdays from 11am-5pm. Thank you and you will find attached the postcard for advertising the show.
Regards,
Mary Beth Owen-Zdanski
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