The MCHBA planning committee can be heard this morning discussing the upcoming Spring Home & Garden Expo to be held April 13th – 14th at Pine Needles Resort. The Parade of Homes is discussed as well as many of the vendors participating and what’s in store for the public at this great show.
The Palustris Festival is an annual event that celebrates what makes Moore County the best place to live, work, visit, explore, shop, dine, relax and play. At the same time the Palustris Festival is an event that showcases these same attributes to the world, attracting thousands of visitors to Moore County.
Chris Dunn, the executive director of the Arts Council of Moore County (www.MooreArt.org),
and Claire Phillips, the marketing director of the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (www.homeofgolf.com) join us to discuss this event and include their special guests, Morgan Sills, director of the Judson Theatre Co., which will be presenting “Driving Miss Daisy” starring Michael Learned, musician Joe Craven from California who also does a special school outreach program for our students, Janet Kenworthy, the director of the Rooster’s Wife in Aberdeen, N.C. & Ray Owen the founder of the Longleaf Ensemble that will be performing at the Old Bethesda Church during the festival. All information about the festival can be found at www.PalustrisFestival.com. The Palustris Festival showcases the visual, literary and performing arts in Moore County and the depth and breadth of their reach is best expressed by these passionate guests. An online broadcast of a prior UNC-TV show, North Carolina Weekend, is also available for viewing at http://video.unctv.org/program/nc-weekend/.
First Time home buyers will benefit greatly from the qualified & experienced advice shared during this spirited discussion amongst some of Moore County’s top professionals in the real estate industry.
Real estate broker, Sarah O’Brien, from Keller Williams Realty, www.sarahobrien.com, sarahobrien@kw.com, 910 690-4236, local lender, Kelli Beckel, AES Lending, www.AESLENDING.com, 910 684-4302, kelli@aeslending.com, & appraiser, Jerrell Coleman, colemanappraisals@nc.rr.com, 910 215-8989 join host Bill Sahadi, www.foreproperties.com, 910 638-0888, bsahadi@foreproperties.com, to discuss a myriad of issues to assist first time buyers in their quest to purchase a home.
Some of the items discussed include:
Lending programs – Appraisal issues – Guidelines for selecting the right home – Rent vs. buy options – Pre-qualification letters, -The value of a local lender – Benefits of working with a qualified real estate broker –Foreclosures & short sales – How to find the right values in today’s real estate market – Understanding your temperament for updates, repairs and improvements – Realizing that the best values are not necessarily just the lowest cost options.
Join us for an informative conversation with Maestro David Michael Wolff, founder, Principal
Conductor and Artistic Director of the Carolina Philharmonic. A relatively new addition to the
eclectic Sandhills music/ entertainment scene, this 501(c)(3)’s primary objective is to bring the joy of
exceptional music to the youth of Moore County…and beyond. Joined by one of the organizations many
volunteers, Kathy Wilford, their discussion includes highlights of:
• Maestro Wolff’s biography.
• CP’s founding…why here?
• Milestones/ accomplishments.
You will be treated to three beautiful musical excerpts from the Carolina Philharmonic’s most
recent “Pops” concert, as the conversation progresses, concluding with a preview of this impressive organization’s coming attractions.
Visit www.carolinaphil.org ,or for tickets online, visit www.shop.carolinaphil.org For info on the Philharmonic’s Conservatory International, visit www.conservatoryinternational.org .
David’s next performance will be Sunday, March 24th at 7:00 p.m. at the Owens Auditorium, SCC as part of the 2013 Palustris Festival. Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office at 5 Market Square, Pinehurst – Ph: 910 687-0287 or 910 687-4746.
Jill Saunders, the Race Director for the 2013 Sandhills Race Series joins us in the first segment to discuss 3 upcoming events including the ShamRock’N Roll Race on March 16th, Run for the Ribbons on April 6th and MANNA in Motion (Feeding Those in Need). The Sandhills Race Series raises monies for the Moore County Public School System. Jill is a tireless and proactive advocate in her role. Her organizational skills and attention to detail are clear to see. For more information go to www.sandhillsraceseries.com or www.shamrocknrollrace.com.
Sponsorships are still available. Call 910 638-3686 or direct mail inquiries to: The ShamRock ‘N Roll Road Race – 26 Goldenrod Drive – Whispering Pines, N.C. 28327
Pinehurst Country Club Director of Member Sales & Relations, Jeff Shepard, & Membership Manager, , join forces with PSPAAR EVP Paula Nash and PSPAAR President, Lari Dirkmat to lay a foundation for many new initiatives for 2013, including new membership programs for Pinehurst property owners, MembershipInquiry@pinehurst.com 910 235-8888. Information about the Property Privilige program is now in effect and runs thru May 1, 2013. Additionally, you will hear about a community based overview from the PSPAAR’s perspective (Family 
Promise of Moore County, www.familypromiseofmoorecounty.org, ) and an in depth conversation of how these two large Moore County organizations interact for the ultimate benefit of the public. The public is invited to the PSPAAR SUMMIT IN THE PINES being held from March 6th – 8th at the Pine Needles Resort (www.pineneedles-midpines.com) Nationally renowned guest speakers, including author Richard Flint, (Behavior Never Lies, www.richardflint.com ), Major General Sidney Shachow, Wells Fargo economist Anika Khan, marketing director, Chris Drayer, & motivational speaker Denise Ryan will address many issues of value & concern for all Moore County property owners & brokers. More information can be found at www.move2moore.com, or by calling the Association office at 910 692-8988.