Chatham Chatlist Highlights

Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2012 23:18:17 -0400
From: Bill Prentice
Subject: Grocery stores

On my commute from my Chatham county home and my Wake County job, I pass by a Super Target, a Lowes, a Food Lion, a Kroger, and a Fresh Market. Within 6 miles of home in different directions are ‘the Food Lion’, the Pig, Harris Teeter, Chatham Marketplace and another Lowes. Plenty of choices where to shop. I’d say that 80% of my grocery budget goes to Kroger, 15% to Food Lion, and 5% to the Pig. All have their issues.

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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2012 12:52:49 +0000
From: Lindgren, Kerstin
Subject: Roost is Coming Out of Hibernation!

Roost re-opens for the 2012 season on Friday, April 13th with music from The Boys from Carolina!

Set in the middle of the Village Center in a landscaped courtyard, Roost offers a beautiful and tranquil place to share a drink and conversation, and often features live music on the front porch. So find a table under large oak trees or by the water fountain and enjoy a special time with friends and family! Roost also offers a selection of draft beers, wines by the glass selected by Fearrington sommelier Max Kast, bottled ales and water, and nibbles like salted Virginia peanuts.

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Date: Mon, 9 Apr 2012 14:23:59 -0400
From: “Heads Up”
Subject: The Tack Room – Hosting the Annual Derby Party – Heads Up Therapeutic Riding Program

Heads Up! Therapeutic Riding Program is proud to announce the May opening of The Tack Room at 115 Hillsboro Street in historic downtown Pittsboro.  The Tack Room is a resale shop specializing in donated and consigned horse related items and will feature a “Barn Buddy Boutique” for dogs and cats. The opening date for the store will be Saturday, May 12th at 10:30am. 

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Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 12:58:26 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
From: lacooper
Subject: Food Lion

Lordy  – I take a few days off from reading the chat list (yes, some of us have other things to do on occasion) and come back to find Food Lion compared to a combo goumet kitchen / night club.  How Hilarious!!!!

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Date: Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:26:37 GMT
From: “peacemakerfarm
Subject: post

Hickory Mountain Country Store, formerly located at 67 Hillsboro Street in Pittsboro, has moved to 1921 Hadley Mill Road, Pittsboro, just 10 minutes from downtown.  With the move, we will be able to offer a wider selection of merchandise to our customers from our 4400 square foot barn.  We will be open on Saturdays from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, and other days by  chance or appointment.  We will continue to offer our great selection of bulk candies, NC jams and jellies, goats milk soap, handmade bags, gift items, and a variety of packaged food selections.  Grab a couple of friends and come out to explore and enjoy great shopping on a peaceful, tranquil farm in Chatham County.

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Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 12:48:22 -0400
From: Kathy Zinn
Subject: Greek restaurants.

Pittsboro is so blessed to have TWO great Greek restaurants, with owners and staff who care about both their food and their customers. 

I would, however,  go for Angelina’s first – just a personal preference  for the food and the gluten-free menu.  However, I will admit  the “ambiance” is a little better at the Kouzina (I love their wall sculpture, and the place is more welcoming for in-store eaters).  Kathy Zinn

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Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 11:35:30 -0400
From: MarkBeth Morton
Subject: RE: Piggy Wiggly

Beth Hayes = Amen.  We have switched to the PIG for all our shopping. 

The long lines and new cash register counters at Food Lion is a JOKE!  Plus I can not find most anything I need in the store……The Meat counter is a maze…..I can not read the prices or see the cuts of meats on the layered look shelving.  I went after 2 things (squash and onions) yesterday and it took me 47 minutes to get in and out = no stopping to chat with neighbors etc…..

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Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 11:29:28 -0400
From: Darryl Wally
Subject: Re: Shop iggly iggly

If you’re looking to shop at the pig at night just be sure to look for the “iggly iggly” sign. 

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Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 10:43:33 -0400
From: Sherri Shepherd
Subject: Comparing Food Lion to Harris Teeter????  There is no comparison.

Comparing Food Lion to Harris Teeter????  There is no comparison.  Harris Teeter is a much better store overall providing fresher produce, beautiful meats as well as butcher counter and offers fivefold more gourmet food items throughout the store than Food Lion. 

Food Lion is a basic store for those who only want the basics and that is good for many people including myself but when you want more of a variety, Harris Teeter wins hands down.  So to compare the two stores is like. .. comparing apples with oranges.  ;-D  Both stores offer different pros and cons to different people. 

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Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2012 10:22:11 -0400
From: Gretchen Niver
Subject: Food Lion

When I lived elsewhere Food Lion wasn’t my store of choice, but in  Pittsboro it’s my best bet.  I was thrilled when they fixed it up, and  I like that I can find more than just brand name, pre-packaged,  processed junk food.  For people who do love to cook, more selection  is a treat.  I miss the high-end, fancier stores less and less.

I always have a smile for the hard working checkout people, and  they’re quick to return it, and I’ve never had problems getting help  when I need it.

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