First Friday – The Sunrise Theatre

Southern Pines has become one of the most celebrated towns in North Carolina for its charm, livability, eclectic nature & beauty. At the outset of our
spring season Southern Pines celebrates their quaint town with FIRST FRIDAY..an event running from May 5th through the first weekend of October. Anthony Parks, the owner of the iconic Ice Cream Parlor, Tap Manager, Keith Siles of the Southern Pines Brewing Company & Nationwide Insurance Executive, Mike Murphy discuss the season’s events and the integral part that the Sunrise Theatre plays in the fabric of the community.

Real Estate broker Nicole Bowman of Realty World is this year’s title sponsor for the First Friday events. www.sunrisetheatre.com. 

Southern Side By Side Championship & Exhibition

Celebrating Spring Classic 18th Anniversary April 28-30, 2017! Exhibitors, Challenge Cup, Course, Vie for a silver trophy. An International Event … or just bragging rights as you shoot against fine sportsmen (or your personal best) in an environment replete with camaraderie, competition, and tradition. Shooters, gun-makers, outdoor enthusiasts, artisans, and historians from around the world gather to celebrate the rich tradition of wing-shooting over a thrilling weekend of friendly competitions, exhibitions and fellowship. The novice and expert shooter alike will relish the
collegial atmosphere and find enjoyment and challenge at every turn. Dozens of opportunities to shoot multiple events ensure a weekend to remember!

A special thanks to gun-maker Atkin, Grant and Lang, who has provided critical sponsorship and support to Southern Side by Side since its inaugural year. Likewise, a tip of the hat to another steadfast supporter, Shooting Sportsman Magazine. In addition to the charter sponsors, we wish to thank the additional sponsorship of Charles Boswell Gun-maker, Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company, Griffin & Howe, Holland & Holland and Heritage Guns UK. 

Bill Kempffer’s Bio

Founder and operator of Deep River Sporting Clays and Shooting School since January of 1989 and founder of the Southern Side by Side Championship & Exhibition first held in April of 2000.  

“I am passionate about coaching all levels of shooters, from complete beginners to advanced. Having been involved in the shooting sports since a youngster, it is a blessing to have the opportunity to help others achieve their goals and I am grateful to have been able to do that for the past 25 years. I believe in keeping things simple and allowing each person to discover and capitalize on their strengths while passing on the tools that
will serve them well. I have discovered that the keys to success are Focus, Movement & Faith and believe the outdoor sports, particularly shooting, promote physical and mental well-being.”

Monday, May 1st marks the kickoff to the Farmers Market at the Health Department from 10:30 – 1:00 p.m.

The marketing idea came together through the work of both the Health Departments WIC (Women, Infant & Children) and Education Divisions. Having this market at the Health Dept. will make it easier for WIC participants to use their Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) vouchers. The Health Education division became involved because obesity has been identified as a health priority in the two previous Community Health Assessments. 

Since the current farmers markets all occur in the southern portion of the County, having it in Carthage will allow people in the northern portions to
have access to fresh produce. 

Rich Tompkins, the Accreditation Coordinator/Public Health Educator, Lauren Rakes, the Supervisor of the Woman, Infant & Child Dept. and local farmer, Dave Maness join us in the first part of the show to discuss.

Some of the local farms being featured include : Eagles Nest Berry Farm, Priest Family Farms, Highlander Farms, Happy Trails Farms, Paradox Farms & 3 M’s Boer Goat Farm.

Healthy eating & obesity is discussed with Kathy O’Donnell. Her experience in consulting, organizational behavior, psychology & her training as a whole food natural chef gives us a new bent or understanding about the behavior of unhealthy eating and how to change it. Kathy eloquently and wittingly dispels the efficacy of common diets and the culture of fast foods in the fast pace lives we all lead. Through her involvement at First Health’s
Clara McLean House she can easily draw on the strong relationship between diet & illness. Her word pictures are something we can all relate to. The
Clara McLean House provides overnight accommodations for patients and families in a variety of situations. www.claramcleanhouse.org

Kara & John Caparelli were raised in Yonkers & Mt. Vernon, N.Y. . They met in college. They raised their 3 daughters in Westchester County N.Y. They still look like & act like college sweethearts. And very shortly they will be calling Southern Pines home! 
 
John is the fire chief in Larchmont, N.Y. and is entering his 29th year. Kara has worked for a food broker for 27 years and together they are overseeing their youngest daughter, Natalie, age 18, moving on to college and her twin sisters, Oliva & Shawn (age 22) finding their way in the world and the work force.
 
Kara and John are now also new homeowners in Southern Pines in a 1915 landmark home that originally served the area as an eye clinic and is situated on Mass. Ave – walking distance to the downtown area.
 
Their story unfolds in an interview that covers the cultures of the North & South, stark remembrances of 9-11, the pace of life, new beginnings & their draw to Moore County and the beginning of their love affair with Southern Pines.
 
Listening to Kara and John is a great reminder of what we sometimes take for granted. Moore County is a great place to live.

Lewis Bennett of Green Dreams Landscape is a Moore County native who hasseen the many changes in Moore County over the years.

Today Green Dreams Landscape stands as one of the most recognizable names in all things to do with outdoor living; garden, ground, irrigation, hardscape & new construction services for the homeowner or commercial business owner. Green Dreams Landscape was voted new business of the year by the Chamber of Commerce in 2012-2013 & was named one of the top 12 Landscape companies in the U.S. by Total Landscape Care Magazine.

http://www.greendreamslandscaping.com/, 910 944-9412.

Anthony Carruba recently purchased the iconic Champion Car Wash on Old U.S. 1 South in Southern Pines. Originally from Buffalo, N.Y. Anthony’s story of an IBM career in both NYC and Fairfield, Ct. is one of a lifestyle change and a return to his Buffalo roots, where his family had been in the
automotive & paint business since 1952. Anthony’s purchase of this retro car wash and business establishment becomes a great story of preserving and continuing part of the Moore County landscape that so many cherish.

910 692-5060

His journey to Moore County and Lewis’s tenure as a Moore County native bring together some of the important elements of what makes Moore County such a great place to live and raise a family.