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Our
Community
Lewisville, Clemmons, Pfafftown & our neighbors
Press
Feb./March 2015 Vol. 7, Issue 1
Please visit our website www.ourcommunitypress.com
A New Business in Lewisville
A social setting now open story page 22
We hope you enjoy our
new look
Our
Community Press
is still the same
community minded
paper. We’re just
trying a new look.
See page 5
Bridge Repair
Now The Headache Begins
Ever since a truck plowed in to the bridge at 421, we’ve all been waiting for
the work to begin. See the details on how to get around during this project.
Story page 25
Mike Johnson Shares his unique skiing
experience with us in his “Hooked on
The Outdoors” article inside.
You’ve got to read this one!
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Important Phone Numbers
Clemmons Village Hall 766-7511
Lewisville Town Hall
945-5558
Police Emergency 944
Animal Control 703-2490
Duke Power 727-4300
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766-4114
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Out and About Town
Lewisville Library Events
336-703-2940 for more information.
Lewisville Play Audutions
Vienna Civic Club Meeting for
Friday, February 27th, @ 6:30 pm
Brookstown United Methodist Church
Cost of Meal is $8.00 per plate
Contact Gail at (336) 945-5909
Please contact me by: 02-23-15
Dodgeball Tournament- Grades 6 12. Friday Feb 20th 6-9 PM Old Clemmons Gym Call 766-6375 x 26 for info.
$30 per 6 person team. Free admission
with canned food donation or cash.
Auditions for the play Little Women,
will be held March 14 & 15 at 1pm in
Tue Feb 3, 2015 - 2pm - 3pm The
the Galloway Community Center in
Tuesday at Two book club meets the
first Tuesday of each month. They will Lewisville. Play will be performed
discuss the book, "The Interruption of June 5, 6, & 7th and June 12, 13, 14th.
Everything" 336-703-2940 for more
At The Town Square of Lewisville
information.
Vienna Civic Club Meeting for
Wed Feb 4th - 1:30pm - 3pm Creative Friday, March 27th, @ 6:30 pm
Writing. Description: Black History
Brookstown United Methodist Church
Month African American Read In
Cost of Meal is $8.00 per plate
Meeting after meal Contact Gail at
Sat Feb 14 Valentine’s Day Party.
(336) 945-5909 by: 03-23-15
10:30 to 12:30 includes Family Craft
program
Functional Exercise for Health
All sessions are ongoing join at any
Wed Feb 18 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm Cretime. The classes are led by Mary Ruth
ative Writing
Dobbins, certified Tai Chi instructor
Tue Feb 24 - 7pm - 8pm Friends of the
and volunteer for the Shepherd’s CenLewisville Library Book Club Discuster. These offerings are at no cost to
sion of the book, "The Interruption of
participants. However gratitude donaEverything"
tions are appreciated and help pay for
your instructor’s time and gasoline.
Tue Mar 3 - 2pm - 3pm Tuesday at
Mondays – from 2:00 - 3:00 PM at
Two Book Club Discussing All the
the Lewisville Senior ProgramFor
Light We Cannot See"
more information contact Susan Meny
Tue Mar 24 - 7pm - 8pm Friends of
at 748-0217 The Galloway Center, 131
the Lewisville Library invite you to
Lucy Lane behind the Library
join them in a discussion of the book,
"River of Doubt"
4th Annual Lewisville- Clemmons
Vienna Civic Club Steak Dinner - Fund Raiser Sat. Feb.28th 6:30 Pm
Olivet Moravian Church Fellowship Hall
Throughout the years the Vienna Civic Club has provided financial support to
local churches, Vienna Elementary School, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Scholarships for local college students.
Come enjoy a fabulous steak dinner with baked potatoes, monster salad bar,
roll and dessert. Relax, socialize with your neighbors and listen to an hour of
musical entertainment. There will also be door prizes. Proceeds will go towards their Scholarship Fund to help support our local students. Tickets are $25
and can be purchased from Gail at 336-945-5909.
This is the first issue of Our Community Press for 2015. As you can see some changes have taken place. Many of
you, our loyal readers know Our Community Press as a black and white publication. We never needed color to attract
attention, since people receive it right in their mailbox. Well, just as we all get used to those comfy old sneakers or
blue jeans, sometimes we just want to look a little snazzy. We are now presenting Our Community Press with a color
cover. The inside will still be black and white, in order to continue to mail it to your home free of charge. Mailing
makes us different from all the publications on the shelves. We hope you enjoy our version of some new blue jeans and
sneakers for 2015.
One of the other changes to the appearance is the overall look of the front cover. We tried to jazz it up a little to make
us less like a newsletter, and more of a magazine. Even though we have grown from our twelve pages, we are not
meant to be a thick magazine. Our Community Press simply put, is a quick easy read to keep around the house for
a while. Your comfort with our publication is important, and we thank you for reading. Your opinions are also important. Please feel free to send us any comments on our articles. You may also let us know of any information you
would like to see in Our Community Press on a regular basis.
There are new features on the horizon for Our Community Press. 2015 will be devoted to improving every aspect of
our publication and website. We want to present more charity notices, school news, church information and events at
the libraries. We truly want to be your publication, addressing your interests.
Thank you for your support over the years.
Sarah
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The Annual Lewisville Christmas Parade
This year the parade seemed perfect, with lots of participants and wonderful weather. Here are some scenes
from the parade which was held December 14th
The 31st Annual Christmas Parade presented by the Lewisville
Civic Club had more participants than ever, with 133 entries and
5000 people attending.
While there is no fee to enter in the parade, donations are accepted. The Civic Club is responsible for paying for the extra police
coverage for the day. Additional funds go toward the charitable
works of the Lewisville Civic Club, such as youth scholarships.
The Grand Marshall of the parade was our own Merri-Kay Brown
from the Lewisville Library. Merri-Kay has been a part of the library for 30 years. It was great to see her waving to everyone.
Larry and Candy Morris of the Civic Club report they had lots of
help with the parade, including from Maureen Barton for the past
sixteen years. Maureen is also a member of the Lewisville Arts
Council. Maureen is quick to applaud the efforts of Marilyn England, also of the Arts Council, for her assistance with the parade.
It seems there is no end to people grateful to others in the success
of the parade; A true sign of teamwork.
NOTE: The Lewisville Civic Club is taking applications for their
three scholarships, each for one thousand five hundred dollars.
All of the requirements and applications are available on their
website along with several lovely pictures from the parade.
www.LewisvilleCivicClub.com
Classic cars and trucks
drove slowly by onlookers. Marching bands also
paraded by.
Children were thrilled to
run and pick up all the
candy thrown from most
of the cars and trucks.
Santa, the star of the
Christmas Parade made
his appearance. The little
faces in the crowd were
happy to see Santa him,
knowing Christmas
would be here soon.
Just a Dollar or So
I had to go up to Stratford Road, where the
traffic is still crazy. As I was approaching the red
light, I noticed a man walking between cars trying
to sell newspapers. When I was closer to the light,
I saw a man on the other side of the light also
selling papers. He was sitting in a chair as cars
approached the light on his side. I looked at the
two men and I smiled as I thought “Here is a
difference in character; One man out there trying
to sell and one out their waiting for someone to
buy”.
I also smiled at the mental journey I took,
thinking back in my own life and how I conducted
business all of my life. I pursued it. I didn’t sit in
the chair and wait for it to come to me. While I
know the economy may be tough, it may also be
time for some people to get out of the chair and go
after that sale or job or whatever it is they are
hoping to achieve. Sorry, I got carried away, that
was not the point of this article. I decided to leave
it, maybe someone with think about it.
I mention the newspaper sales because it
really struck me. I told the man I respected his
efforts. He gave a great smile, (granted,he may
have just thought I was crazy).
There are many people out there holding
signs for money. The signs say all kinds of things,
which we don’t know what is true or false, according to some reports on the matter.
The people out there in the bitter cold
weather, trying to EARN money by selling papers
deserve something for their effort. They stand
there for hours, in weather hard to stay in for
twenty minutes. Not everyone is capable of working a real job, for whatever reason. It doesn’t
matter. They are making an effort to earn, not out
robbing others, or home sitting on the sofa.
If you can spare a dollar or two, even if you
already have the newspaper, consider buying
another. It will be appreciated by the recipient and
you can pass along the paper to someone else.
Note of caution: The news today reported
some- one reached in a car (not in the same area) to steal a purse. I don’t like the idea of a caution as part of this article, but it may be
necessary. Some less fortunate people may also
be desperate people. Not everyone is bad, not
everyone is good. So just be cautious, while being kind.
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Shallowford Animal Hospital caters to those
individuals who love their pets. Our strength is
seen in our experience, compassion and ability to
respond maximally to our patient’s needs whether
at home, in the hospital or in a referral center.
We care for
your pets
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Our Mission Statement
Shallowford Animal Hospital provides nurturing,
quality health care for our patients and works to
strengthen and enrich the experience of pet ownership. We accomplish this by:
● Giving responsive, thorough service to our
clients.
● Strengthening the human-pet bond through
life-long education.
● Demonstrating compassion and support for
all members of the family.
● Encouraging service and outreach to our
community.
Healthy Eating
It would be silly for me to talk to you about healthy
eating. If you’ve seen me you know I like my sweets,
pastas, and other carbs. No, this isn’t about dieting or
eating everything healthy. This is about, for some,
painful foods.
We all hear you should eat this or stay away from that.
Just look at all the diet plans out there, “Carbs are bad,
Carbs are good, Protein bad, Protein good”. Frankly,
when I hear it all, I basically give a juvenile thought,
“Whatever” and eat what I want anyway.
Now however, I have proven some eating advice
correct; for those with painful joints, such as Rheumatoid arthritis, or any arthritis for that matter. I have
tried this and found it to be true.
1. Eat Salmon - it is true salmon is very good
for everyone. If you’re not a salmon fan, try
cooking it in a flavors you like. Experiment.
I like the salmon at Village Tavern. It is simple yet delicious.
2. A little caffeine is good. This too is true.
When I go overboard and have three or more
cups a day, I feel pain in my joints. A little
they say is fine, perhaps one or two.
3. No Red Meat - Oh I miss red meat. I am in
no way, shape, or form a vegetarian (and it
shows). I removed red meat from my daily
eating plan for about two weeks and noticed,
really noticed less pain. When I tried to eat
meat again, the pain came back. Admittedly,
I won’t give it up forever, I enjoy a good
Steak Au Poivre. But there is a price to pay
for the flavor I enjoy.
4. Salt - We all know salt is not healthy. It can
increase swelling and if you have arthritis,
swelling means pain.
This may not be about eating healthy as much as it is
about eliminating foods which may cause problems.
Give it a try. If it works for you stick with it.
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Do not change any eating habits your doctor may
have ordered. This is not meant as medical advice. I
am not a doctor.
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The Real Estate Resource
by Shannon Conrad, Broker
Well, I hope Santa Claus was good to everyone this Christmas. Having five children, it is ALWAYS busy at our house but the time between
Thanksgiving through New Year’s really takes it
up a notch! But now, the New Year is upon us
and it is time to hit the ground running!
Analyzing the last few years in real estate
sales in our area, 2014 was another good year in
a positive direction and our area has held fast to
the economic recovery mode. There were 702
sales of single family homes in the 27012, 27023,
and 27040 zip codes compared to 720 during calendar year 2013. Diving deeper into the numbers
we see that for single family homes with sales
prices above $200,000 the total sales numbers
were 350 sales in 2013 and 363 sales in 2014.
this would suggest that higher priced homes are
selling a little better than they did in 2013.
Our community boasts many factors that enhance our quality of life and are very appealing
for people who are looking to relocate to our area. In Clemmons there are currently 199 single
family homes for sale, 83 in Lewisville and 93 in
the Pfafftown area. Prices range from a low of
44,900 to 3,450,000. The median price range of
a home sold in the zip codes I mentioned above
during 2014 was 200,000 vs. 190,000 in 2013.
Through the years, people have often approached me asking, “When is the best time to
list my house?” Although the Spring is often
looked at as a more favored time, I personally
believe the beginning of the new year is a time for
Fresh Beginnings!!
Our Community Press has started a Real Estate
page on our website. The site contains pictures
and information of homes for sale, along with
some home repair and remodeling contractors.
We even have a mortgage calculator on the site,
to calculate an estimated monthly payment.
If you have a home for sale, please contact Our
Community Press to find out how to have your
property available on our site 336-978-1336 or
e-mail [email protected]
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love
Love. Valentine’s Day makes everyone more aware of the emotion of love. So just what is love? If you Google
the definition of love, it is “An intense feeling of deep affection etc.” Can you define love? The question is almost
similar to “What is the meaning of life?”. The emotion of love is often over generalized, with clips of Cupid or television commercials for diamond rings. Love, as the meaning of life, is very individual.
Valentine’s Day makes us think of the romantic love between a couple, young or not so young. But there is other love. There is the love of friends, the love family, and the love of the puppy or kitten (all animals). Other forms
of love are: the love of music/art, the love of your career, the love of travel and the love of your hobby, plus many
other things/people for which we have an intense affection.
Love to me fills your heart with joy and happiness. Music, for example can fill your heart with happiness as
you’re tapping your foot, singing off key and laughing at singing off key. Love is not lost in music. Many, many
songs revere the word love; whether it is a hope for love, a perfect love, or even a broken heart, music covers it all.
How many songs can you think of with the word love in them? “What the world needs now is love sweet love, All
you need is love”, and thousands more. There is a song with lyrics, “Love means you never have to say you’re sorry”. I strongly disagree with those words. Love may mean you will be forgiven, but it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t
apologize for hurting the one you love, the one forgiving you.
Not everyone shares love with a husband, wife, boyfriend or girlfriend. Sometimes people feel lonely when this
holiday seems to be everywhere. Some people are alone by choice, others not by their choice. But being alone does
not make you lonely. Lonely is a whole different story with several songs to also define it. There is a fantastic song
which I believe sings to those people afraid of being alone. It was an old Whitney Houston song. “The Greatest
Love of All”. If you listen to the words, Whitney sings in her beautiful voice, “The greatest love of all is happening
to me. I found the greatest love of all inside of me”. She encourages people with these words, “And if by chance
that special place that you’ve been dreaming of leads you to a lonely place, find your strength in love”. What a
powerful song. My own belief is you have to love yourself and believe in yourself, to be able to fully give that love
to another.
Lonely happens. But it is better to be alone, than lonely in a relationship with someone. Being alone, even at Valentines’ Day does not have to be a lonely time. Go out and celebrate or stay home and relax. Be thankful for the
people (and pets) in your life, the ones who fill your heart with love. Whether loved ones are with you or not, you
still love them and they love you.
My daughters and grandchildren fill my heart with love. Even my grand-dogs fill my heart with love. Publishing
a paper in the hope of bringing a little joy and information to others, also fills my heart. There are times I feel like
Norm at Cheers. For those not familiar with the old television show Cheers, Norm walked in and everyone knew
his name (as the theme song indicated). He was warmly greeted with smiles and laughter. Norm felt at home. It’s
how I feel seeing all the shop owners and locals I visit regularly.
If a Valentine is in your life, enjoy your time together. Let your heart be filled with love. If you are alone, it’s
okay. Your heart can still be filled with love. Alone is not lonely. But if you feel a little blue, just know it will pass.
Tap your feet and sing a song. It doesn’t even have to be in key.
Mens Health - Prostate Cancer
If you don’t know what a prostate is or what it does,
you’re not alone. Most people don’t. But it’s important
to know that prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men over age 50, affecting one in three
men, and that prostate disorders, such as an enlarged
prostate, affect millions of men each year.
Getting a diagnosis of prostate cancer or developing a
prostate disorder isn’t all bad news. Prostate cancer
– if detected early – and other prostate disorders are
highly treatable and manageable.
The prostate, located below the bladder and in front of
the rectum, is an important gland in the male
reproductive system. As men age, this small organ can
become a source of problems. Therefore it’s important
to know the risks and symptoms associated with the
most common disorders.
“Many people are really afraid of the therapies and
surgeries used to treat and manage prostate disorders,”
said Sam Storch, MD, of Urology Partners in WinstonSalem with office hours at Medical Associates of Davie
in Hillsdale. “Most side effects are generally mild and
treatable, and the benefits of treatment far outweigh any
risks. But it’s very important for patients to make sure
that they’re in the hands of an experienced urologist –
someone who has performed many similar such procedures.” The most common prostate disorders include:
Prostatitis
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate that occurs
most often when bacteria normally found in the large
intestine enter the prostate. It can be bacterial or nonbacterial, producing symptoms such as:
• Pain in the lower back or groin
• Urinary problems, such as increased frequency, pain
and blood in the urine
• Painful ejaculation
• Frequent bladder infections
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
Also known as enlarged prostate, benign prostatic hypertrophy is non-cancerous but can lead to bladder and
kidney damage and incontinence. The most common
symptoms include:
• Increased urgency and frequency
• Leaking
• Inability to urinate
Prostate Cancer
For men age 50 or older or African-American men age
40 or older, prostate health is especially important.
Annual prostate exams and PSA blood tests, administered by a family physician, can detect prostate cancer.
Symptoms can include:
• Frequent need to urinate, especially at night
• Difficulty urinating
• Pain or burning sensation during urination
• Erectile dysfunction
• Painful ejaculation
• Blood in urine or semen
• Lower back pain
While there is nothing proven to prevent prostate disorders, a healthy diet and regular exercise are a good
first step to avoiding prostate disease. There are some
medicines available that may reduce the progression
of benign prostatic hypertrophy and there continue to
be studies on the effects of nutrients, such as lycoene,
found in tomatoes, and selenium. Sam Storch, MD
Volunteers Needed
Our Community Press is
dedicated to providing information
to the public from schools,
charities, churches and
civic clubs.
If you would like to help obtain
information for our readers
from our local organizations,
please contact me.
[email protected]
Pictured above are Lisa, Kevin and Erin Conroy
Of Sparrow’s Nest.
If you haven’t been to Sparrow’s Nest in Lewisville
yet, you are missing out on a great experience. Lisa,
Kevin and Erin all enjoy working at their quaint little
shop. Eclectic is the word that comes to mind when I
walk in the door. Actually it starts before you walk in
the door. The porches, front and back, also display
their charming wares.
Sparrow’s Nest is one of the local businesses where
you can see the heart put in to every detail and every
product by the owners. Stop by to pick up unique
items for yourself or for gifts. You’ll be glad you did!
And when you walk inside, please tell them you read
about them in Our Community Press.
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A Changing Vision
By Margaret Hermann
As a small business owner and veterinarian practicing in Lewisville for the last fifteen years, I am in a
unique position to view the future of our town. From
our window at Shallowford Animal Hospital in the Oaks
Shopping Center we have had the joy of watching our
local wildlife in the meadow and yard across the street.
We have laughed at fawns kicking up their heels as their
mothers watched. We have been mesmerized by a rare
fox, and on quieter, safer days we have seen the local
cats simply enjoying their sunny afternoon siestas.
Times are changing rapidly, and within months the
future will have arrived with round-abouts, two of them,
visible from the same reception window. One end of the
Great Wagon Road will end directly in front of us. Cars
will be slinging around round-abouts, hopefully more
gracefully than they do at Highway 421. We’ll certainly
get more practice, maybe even at being courteous and
coordinated.
I envision adding to that picture the people I see every day and many of my clients and patients – the walkers, the bicyclists and the happy dogs who accompany
them. There are many of us in Lewisville who enjoy
exercise and have strolled from the Shallowford Square
towards the freeway to the Oaks Shopping Center and
back. Soon we will have a loop of nearly a mile with
sidewalks along it. I hope to see more people, more
dogs on these morning and evening jaunts along protected stretches of planted space, where pedestrians have
the right-of-way at crossings, where cars must stop as
people go first.
Exercise is part of the complete picture for improved
wellness for both people and animals. If people and pets
can exercise together, then both benefit. I expect there
will be more and sleeker dogs and people of all ages on
foot.. I see them enjoying access to other people and
small businesses along the way in a thriving town, in
contrast to the car-oriented communities located nearby.
I am proposing we dog owners plan to take to the
streets – actually the sidewalks – of the future.
I am excited about what I may view out my reception window, but our planners still need input from
those of us who live and work here to make visions into
reality. What do the spaces between these roads look
like as the woods come down? How many trees and
green spaces can we retain to preserve the feel of
Lewisville and yet encourage growth at the same
time?
My preferences would be sidewalks which are
wide enough to allow people to walk side-by-side
and still have extra room to enable someone else to
pass. I would love shade trees along the entire route
to lower ambient temperature and to protect my patients’ tender paws and to provide comfort for their
owners. I would like intermittent waste receptacles
and maybe a few of those fancy waste bag dispensers, where we can add bags at the top and take them
from the bottom. And flowers everywhere, for color
and “style”.
The future is here, so think fast. Get involved
and bend the future towards whatever your vision
may be. Check out the fabulous groundwork your
elected officials have already presented at
www.lewisvillenc.net . Click on Planning and Zoning, then Final Downtown Guidelines 2014.
More voices and more ideas from all ages can
complete this picture. Contact Lewisville City Hall;
they are really nice folks over there! Help fill in the
empty spaces, for all of us.
“ Every morning in Africa, a Gazelle wakes up and knows that it must
run faster than the fastest lion that day, or he will be killed and eaten.
Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up and knows that it must run
faster than the slowest Gazelle that day, or it will starve to death.
It doesn’t matter if you are a lion or a gazelle, when the sun comes up,
you’d better be running.”
Anonymous
Or Perhaps…..
Every morning in Lewisville, a worker wakes up and knows that he better
keep ahead of the boss or he will be in trouble.
Every morning in Lewisville, a boss wakes up and knows that she better
keep her team focused or they will use their time on the job “creatively”
It doesn’t matter if you are a worker or a boss; when the sun comes up,
you’d better be drinking coffee.
Life is short - drink great coffee
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Old Nick’s Pub
It’s not often I write about a new business to the area.
There are many business openings in Lewisville, Clemmons and Pfafftown. Some businesses succeed, others
go by the wayside. We hope they are all successful.
Old Nick’s Pub is something different. This business
is unlike any other business opened of late, in Lewisville. Old Nick’s Pub is located in the Lowe’s Foods
Shopping Center, a place with too many vacant stores.
All three of our areas of coverage have too many vacant
store fronts.
The quaint town of Lewisville has not had a night life
to speak of at all. Many people have been waiting for a
little excitement to come to town. The folks I’ve spoken
with in the community are happy about the addition to
Lewisville.
Old Nick’s Pub is owned by Jennifer and Norman
Hill. I had the opportunity to speak with the owners
recently. I’ll share what I’ve learned. “We felt Lewisville needed a gathering place; somewhere local residents could go to meet each other and just relax, without
having to make the trek into Winston Salem. It’s a
Neighborhood thing”.
Inside the pub you’ll find pool tables and dart boards,
adding to a fun environment. Games, food and friends
are welcome. A point of interest is the one hundred year
old Brunswick Bar. It is being renovated, promising to
be a beautiful site.
The intention is to have live music at least once a
month and for special occasions. Old Nick’s also serves
coffee, soft drinks, wines and cocktails in addition to
draft and bottled beer. “We will be serving our Craft
Cocktail menu in January and the menu will constantly
be evolving.” says Jennifer.
Since food is a small portion of the menu, the pub
must operate as a private club with a lifetime membership. The membership is only one dollar.
I must add, the idea of some sort of night life may
add just enough enthusiasm to the area, without becoming an overbuilt, over “busy” town. Time will tell.
If you visit Old Nicks’ Pub, let Our Community
Press know how you like it.
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Hooked On The outdoors
By Mike Johnson
Happy News Years to everyone…..I hope and trust the holiday season was good to everyone…and the New Year
is off to a great, albeit damp, start. This is the beginning of our 5th year together…what started out as a whim (my goal to
write for the local newspaper) has turned into a very personally rewarding experience for me. I hope over these past years
you have gotten the same enjoyment out of this article that I have had in writing it.
So….winter is here, oh what to do when you get some free time….and the urge to get out of the house sets upon
you….why go skiing of course. Now, for truth in publishing, let me set the record straight…..I am not a skier. My skiing
career was short lived….and it lasted exactly one day. Growing up in the Greater Metropolitan New York City area…there
was really only one place to ski if you wanted to do and up and back trip in a day….Great Gorge Ski Resort…..about 50
miles from the City. This was not a place for expert skiers, but rather a place for families and novices to go to get a taste of
the skiing experience. One fabulously sunny winter day, I had the bright idea to take the girl I was dating at the time (and
desperately trying to impress) skiing. Being a fairly athletic late teen at the time, I thought there was nothing sports related
I couldn’t conquer. No sooner had we arrived Great Gorge and put on our skis when we parted ways….my girlfriend to the
beginner’s lesson on the bunny slopes….me on the chair lift to the biggest, meanest hill they had….again this was my first
time EVER skiing. The first thing I noticed is that hill looked a lot steeper when you are on top of it looking down, not
looking up at it. Not one to be deterred in my quest to impress, I took off down the slope. I was literally flying down the hill,
impressing myself (and hopefully my girlfriend) that I was still upright on the skis. As the bottom basin came into sight, the
first hint of possible trouble crept into my mind….just how in the world am I going to stop. To make a (way too ) long story
short, the picket fence around the basin took care of that, and to today I am convinced it was probably the most epic wipeout
ever witnessed at the Great Gorge Ski Resort. Needless to say my girlfriend was not impressed….and that tumble for the
ages ended my skiing “career”.
So….if my story didn’t scare you off from the skiing idea….get on out there and try some of the absolutely
accessible and affordable skiing opportunities available to us here. Within a 2 hour ride there are several skiing opportunities
available to us….from the simple for beginners and families to the more advanced for more experienced skiers. I know these
places exist as we have driven to them (yes up and back in a day) and I have watched my wife and kids have the time of
their lives on the slopes (yup no way am I ever getting on skis again). These places even make snow when Mother Nature
isn’t cooperating…and you can rent everything you need right at the ski lodges so no need to go out and buy a bunch of gear
if you want to just dabble into the sport and see if it works for you. For more information about skiing opportunities in our
area, check out: http://www.goskinc.com/
Well if we started off the New Year for you with a smile (the Great Gorge story) and an idea/plan (to go
skiing)…well than I would say our 2015 together will be a great one. Again, it is my honor and privilege to be able to share
some musings and suggestions with you for this now our 5th year….I look forward to our time together this year, and of
course, as always………..Tight Lines !!!!
Our Community Press would like to thank Mike Johnson for all of his wonderful articles. His writing style allows people to get to know him as he provides some terrific tips for our readers. Some of Mikes other outdoor
articles can be found on our website. Feel free to read some of his previous articles.
www.ourcommunitypress.com
Our site also provides Golf articles and Health articles. Thank you to all of our writers.
If you have a topic on which you would like to write, please email me to discuss the possibility of
appearing in Our Community Press.
Just a Note For over six years, with each issue of our publication, I’ve placed this
little coffee cup with the saying, “Sit back, relax, and enjoy reading…”
Well there is a wonderful little place to do just that; The Coffee Mill in Lewisville offers
a relaxing atmosphere for your coffee and other beverages.
The owner Andy Blair
took over The Coffee Mill,
located in the old Roller
Mill in 2011.
Andy is a community minded person, with creative
ideas for his business and
local residents.
I’ll say it again, a little differently; Sit back, relax and enjoy reading Our Community Press, while
having coffee/tea at The Coffee Mill.
Road Work Headaches - Bridge Work Begins
We all knew it was coming. We were all dreading it. Yes, it’s
here, the road work and bridge repair at 421.
Town Hall confirms the start date is February 9th with completion
date August 17, 2015. We can’t hold the town to these exact dates
bebebecause things happen. The Department of transportation is undertaking the work.
Obviously, to most locals, the bridge needs repair, after being hit by
a truck, which caused damage. As much as we may not like the
inconvenience, it is necessary. Once the bridge work is finished, we
will all be better off and safe.
The Roundabouts on the other hand, may be more a matter of opinion. Perhaps I shouldn’t add that statement.
I’m sure it will add to the charm of the town, somehow. I know many people feel the roundabout is needed to
prevent accidents by the intersection of The Oaks Shopping Center.
Now, let’s deal with the obvious problem, getting from point A to point B. When I spoke with Lynn Hall, at
the Town hall regarding the traffic issue, I was looking for an easy way to travel around Lewisville. The only
way provided was in fact, the only way. If anyone has a better idea, please send it along.
Yes, it will be inconvenient. It is a necessary evil.. And while it is inconvenient for all of us, it may be tough on
our local businesses. Try to be patient while this work is taking place, continue to shop in our local stores and
use our local services. It is only a few minutes extra, but plan it out. It will take a little longer to get the children to school.
From the other side of 421, by Liberty Restaurant, RV Performance and Shore’s Garage, you will have to hop
on 421 heading toward Lewisville-Clemmons exit, and basically make a U-turn. Get off the highway and get
back on heading toward Lewisville. The highway and the ramps will remain open, according to Lynn. Night
time may be when they work on those areas.
From Shallowford Road by The Oaks, Town Hall, Lewisville Drug, etc., you can take Shallowford Rd down
to the end, where Lewisville-Clemmons Rd comes in or the road by Wells Fargo to Lewisville Clemmons Rd.
There is no information yet regarding the round-about work and if there will be any detours. Please check the
town website for updates. www.lewisvillenc.net
336-918-0177
6253 Shallowford Rd. Lewisville
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Area Activities - Photos from the Lewisville Parade - The Meaning of Love
Real Estate Information - Prostate Cancer Article - Hooked on The Outdoors
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