Piedmont Triad Living

Monday, October 22, 2012

Monday Memes: Top 10 of 10/14-10/21

Be so positively positive that the Devil issues a memo directing his minions to avoid you at all cost.

I use your toothbrush.

I have a superpower!

There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called yesterday and the other is called tomorrow; so today is the right day to love, believe, do and mostly live.

You know all those things you've always wanted to do? You should go DO THEM.

Nothing and no one can make you happy until you alone make you happy.

People were created to be loved. Things were created to be used. The reason the world is in chaos is because things are being loved and people are being used.

If you planted hope today... then your day was well spent.

The most precious jewels you'll ever have around your neck are the arms of your children.

Murphey's Law for Moms

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Walkertown, NC Fall Festival 2012

The Walkertown Fall Festival, taking place this weekend, includes music, food, vendors, a baking contest, inflatables, face painters, and more! These are a few of my favorite things from this year's festival.

These gourds, carved to look like jack o' lanterns, are handcrafted by Gourd O' Lanterns of Walkertown by Hersch and Carol. The gourds have got a hook on top, as well as a hinged door in the back to put in a tea light candle. Carol said that this is their last show of the year, but that they can usually be found at the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market for a few weeks in the beginning of October.

There were free inflatables, including a bounce house, basketball, and a huge bouncy slide for the kids. This part of the fun was provided by JumpInKids, a local business servicing the High Point, Greensboro, Kernersville and Winston-Salem areas.

My favorite part of town festivals is the opportunity to meet local crafters, artisans, and entrepreneurs. I love these t-shirts designed by krmbal! Krmbal is an indie t-shirt brand dedicated to eco-conscious choices & partnering with small businesses. While you're on her web page, be sure to check out her "about" and "goals" pages. This is one cool chick.

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I am so in love with these upcycled functioning lamps made from old cameras, movie projectors, radios, cigar boxes and more. I first saw these lamps at Eclection in Kernersville, and I am a huge fan! These handmade lamps are also sold by the Woodham's on Etsy at What's The Stitch. My photo does not do these items justice... you must see them IRL to appreciate the coolness that they are!

P.S. Mom and Dad, if you're looking for a Christmas gift... this Brownie camera lamp is my fave!

And what would a festival be without face painting? My girls are happy anywhere that has both face painting and bouncy houses. Their faces were done by Stanley Stultz. He's available for birthday parties and other events, and can be reached at 336-374-2792.

Shop Local Saturday: Kernersville Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase 2012

Yesterday I attended the Kernersville Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase. There were more than 50 local businesses in attendance, as well as several local authors.

Support these local businesses!

Amanzi Marble & Granite, located in Kernersville, NC
Ameriprise Financial, click the link to search for local advisors
Battery Tree, located in Kernersville, NC
Blue Caffe, coffee and water service, located in Winston-Salem, NC
Body Essentials Salon, located in Kernersville, NC
Cone Health, health services throughout the Triad
Curtis Media, WQDR 94.7, WSJS 600AM, and more
Dean's Office Machines, locations throughout the Triad
Feeneys, frozen yogurt, locations in Greensboro, High Point and Kernersville, NC
First Christian Church, host of the Business Showcase
Fitness Center of Kernersville, located in Kernersville, NC
Floor Coverings International, link will bring you to the locally owned showroom
Gentiva, home health care, link will bring you to local offices
Hospice Palliative, link will bring you to local search directory
Katz Wellness Center, located in Kernersville, NC
Kernersville Chamber of Commerce
Kernersville Magazine
Kernersville Parks & Recreation
KevMark Catering, located in Winston-Salem, NC
Long Insurance Services, located in Kernersville, NC
Musten & Crutchfield, grocery store located in Kernersville, NC since 1938
P&G Graphics, located in Greensboro, NC
Parks Chevrolet, located in Kernersville, NC
Patio Enclosures, Independent Dealer located in Kernersville, NC
Ridge Care, Independent Living located in Kernersville, NC
Simply Sue Speaks, Professional speakers, trainers, life coaches and authors in the Triad
Smitty's, Kernersville's Original Bar & Grille
The Loop, Pizza Grille, link bring you to locations of local, independently owned franchised restaurants
The Mindful Traveler, Consulting service for travelers, located in Kernersville, NC
Triad Rewards, connecting local businesses to the local community
Triad Tech Guys, home and small business networking, setup and repair.
What's In Store, New & Used Home Furnishing in Kernersville

These local authors were part of the Literary Corner...

Patty Jo Sawvel Under the Influence
Sue Falcone The Lighthouse of Hope
Linda Joyce The Second Room on the Right
Elva Sieg Celebrating the Underdog
John Staples Staples Fables
Richard Hedgecock After Five, What's Another Dog

It was also a great pleasure to listen to Mike J. Baron of Triad Job Search Network speak about alternative job search methods. Mr. Baron was engaging and informative, and truly had a unique method to finding your next job.

Business showcases are a fantastic way to find local businesses, making it easier to spend your money locally!

Friday, October 19, 2012

Flashback Friday! Oct 12-Oct.18, 2012

The Week in Review

Friday, October 12-Thursday, October 18

Piedmont Triad Living.

Thursday

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Early voting begins today in North Carolina! Here's a link with important information, including sample ballots and early voting locations throughout the Piedmont Triad.

Wow, look at this! How cool, and what a great addition this will be to Winston-Salem! Check out the Creative Corriders website for more information and check out this article by myfox8.com.

Wednesday
Graphik Dimensions, Ltd. is a local, family owned business in High Point (since 1965) that's just been voted one of the Top 50 Employers in the Triad by Greensboro News & Record... and they're hiring! LIKE them on facebook because they've also got an outlet in High Point with seriously inexpensive frames and deals that you'll be the first to know about!

Love these edible centerpieces from Great Harvest Bread Greensboro!

Tuesday

This is GREAT news! BB&T to open new office in Greensboro, add 1,700 jobs. Office will employ total of 2,500, bank officials say. Read more.

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Check out this week's showcase of local artists, artisans and crafters!

I've heard this many times over the last few months. They're predicting wet and cold, and this article calls for it early. (Think November. Nooooooo!)

Monday

I love this shot I got today of the BB&T Financial and Wells Fargo Centers in Downtown Winston-Salem. After a morning of heavy rains, the skies were fabulously Carolina blue with huge billowing white clouds.

This is (part of) the line this morning at sign-up for the Salvation Army's Christmas Toy Assistance. If you can help (or need help) in any way, go to their website for a list of programs and volunteer opportunities.

Sunday

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Saturday
Shop Local Saturday: Frank Myers Auto Maxx

Have you heard about the NC 10 Percent Campaign? Pledge to spend 10 percent of your existing food dollars locally!

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2012 Give A Kid A Coat

The 2012 Give A Kid A Coat campaign kicks off tomorrow, October 19 at the A Cleaner World located at 2527 Eastchester Drive in High Point. There will be live entertainment, food, contests and local celebrities all morning, and the events will be broadcast by both Fox8/WGHP and 1075KZL.

Coats are cleaned and minor repairs are made, and The Salvation Army will pick them up and give the coats to people in need.

If you're not able to attend tomorrow's kick-off event, you may drop off coats at any A Cleaner World location until November 24, 2012.