Posted by Forsyth Woman on August 30th, 2010
Longer hours, a bigger venue, air conditioning and interesting diversions for the parents – without a doubt, this year’s Rock the Block will offer the most family friendly children’s area yet. It’s made possible by the decision to move Rock the Block to a Saturday, says Ed McNeal, the City’s director of marketing and communications and the driving force behind Rock the Block. “With the move to Saturday, we began looking at expanding the event beyond Fourth Street,” McNeal said. “This gave us the option of moving the Lowes Foods Kids Zone into theBenton Convention Center, which in turn offers all kinds of advantages.” As usual, the Kids Zone will offer five kinds of inflatable fun, and kids can still play all day for just a dollar. But this year, the area will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Because it will be inside, kids can play as long as they want, without getting sunburned or overheated. And parents may well want to let them play longer. It will give the grown-ups time to take in the cooking and fitness demonstrations presented by Lowes Foods and Best Health in the area next to the inflatables, in the lower level of the convention center.
And while Mom’s downstairs, Dad can be checking out the free crafts show in the upper level gallery. Outside the convention center, Rock the Block will offer a pleasing mix of tried-and-true with some things new. Four stages will be set up, offering seven genres of music. Winston Square Park will have three bands playing Spanish rock from11 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., followed by three country music bands from 5:15 to 11 p.m. The Foothills Brewing Stage will offer blues from noon until 5:15 p.m. and rock from 5:45 to 11p.m. The Chris Paul Community Stage will offer hip-hop in the afternoon and jazz in the evening. And in the Benton Convention Center, the Best Health Beach Stage will present a beach music concert featuring the Phase Band and theCatalinas from 6 to 10 p.m.
Posted by Forsyth Woman on August 30th, 2010
For 30 years, Salem Gymnastics Sports Centerhas been teaching the sport of gymnastics to children, giving them the skills to get a healthy start in life. Over the years, they have added new programs, always with the goal of growing healthy children through movement. Beth Morphis, co-owner at Salem said, “As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we have seen again and again the physical, social, and academic benefits of participating in our programs. Early on, children begin developing an awareness of their bodies and the world around them. Our programs recognize not only the physical aspects, but also the way exercise activates the brain. So what you see, and what you get, are children who are sharper and more attentive, lessimpulsive, and better prepared to learn,” stated Morphis. Life Long Habits Begin Early Over the years our society has become mores edentary, with little activity or exertion; this isthe world that today’s children enter into. “I remember growing up and, from the moment you woke up, you were outside playing untildinner. Running and climbing, constant motion, but today many kids spend time focused on TV or the computer. By teaching children the joys of movement and healthy eating, they develop habits that they will carry with them throughout their lives,” Morphis commented. Reaching Every Child, Every Age and Every Stage Salem’s programming begins at the age of 4months with Baby Gym. This special time of parent/child bonding includes gentlemovements, music, and exploration designed to stimulate the physical and mental developmentof each child. As children grow and develop, Salem’s programs lead the way with instruction in various disciplines, including gymnastics, dance, karate, cheer, sport basics, and fitness, always with the focus on developing the whole child.
Posted by Forsyth Woman on August 30th, 2010
“God’s plan for our lives is always greater than we imagine for ourselves. In fact, if it does not intimidate us, it probably insults God. He dreams big for us and then gives us all we need to accomplish it!”– Dr. Debbie Lanier. Stop for a moment. Put down your Blackberry, your iPhone, your “to-do” list,your grocery list and just listen. Can you hear that? It’s the voice of your inner heart that holds all your dreams, wishes and soon-to-be fulfilled miracles. Do you remember what youwished for when you were a child, teenager, college graduate, new wife or husband, new mother or maybe even right now? What if you could put all your prayers in a bowl and see the life you’re living change instantly? On October 7th, Forsyth Woman and Forsyth Family magazines invites people of all ages from across the Triad to attend the first annual “Prayers in a Bowl Project” at the Millennium Center for an evening of good food, grandmothers and grace. Guest speakers will be Mary Martin Niepold, founder of The Nyanya Project, and Dr. DebbieLanier of Hope Community Church. “This evening is about something bigger than ourselves,” said Laura Ward, co-organizer of the “Prayers in a Bowl Project.” “Learning how to attract greatness into our lives is somethingeveryone is capable of whether they know it or not. Tappinginto that greatness at any age and celebrating the power ofmiracles is at the very heartbeat of this event.”
Posted by Forsyth Woman on August 30th, 2010
Just five short years ago, the very first issue of Forsyth Woman magazine hit the stands, with FOX8 news anchor Cindy Farmer on the cover. What kind of a difference does five years make? For Farmer, as a woman, bothprofessionally and personally, and for us as a magazine, it’spretty easy to say, “You’ve come a long way, baby!”A Lot Can Happen in Five YearsIn 2005, Cindy Farmer and her husband, Bill Wood, haddaughters Kylie and Abby in elementary school, and theireducational years were just beginning. Now that the girls are teenagers, Farmer has really seen the light! “When I first talked to Forsyth Woman magazine, my focus was on mydaughters’ education, but little did I know the education theywould give me in five years. It has been fun, watching themgrow into young women, but it hasn’t always been easy,”recalled Farmer.On the work front, Farmer’s professional life as a TV newsanchor for FOX 8 has done a complete 360 with theadvancements in technology. “Television has gone full HighDefinition, including a new set, new cameras, new editingsoftware and producing tools. It has been a lot for us ‘oldschool’ reporters to take in, but so far, so good. The benefitsare two-fold from my perspective – the viewer has bettersound and picture quality, with all the information they needor want at their fingertips. Plus, as a mom, knowing thenewest and best technology helps me keep up with what mygirls are doing in their technology driven world,” statedFarmer.As for Forsyth Woman, we were just getting our feet wet in2005 when we approached Farmer about being our first“cover girl.” Really, the magazine was a dream come true forpublisher Keela Johnson, but getting the magazine intoreaders’ hands and getting a response would be the true test.There were a lot of changes that first year as we testedprinters, inks, types of paper, writers, columns, content, andmore. As a publication, Forsyth Woman experienced changethrough encouraging a renewed interest in our community, bywriting about those individuals, families and businessesreaching our readers, and making a difference in our city andstate. Similar to Farmer’s sentiments, it was fun, but it wasn’talways easy.
Posted by Forsyth Woman on August 30th, 2010
For many people, the term “women’s health” may bring up thoughts of pregnancy or anannual GYN exam. But it actually encompasses all aspects of a woman’s mind and body and allthe changes she goes through—from her firstbreath to her first period to her heart and bonehealth as an older adult. At Forsyth Medical Center’s Sara Lee Center for Women’s Health, women and their families can find support through all their life changes from a team that makes it their business to know women. “What allows the Sara Lee Center for Women’sHealth to be the premier women’s health centerin the region is the team of physicians, nursesand staff who know women—from the insideout,” says Cynthia Charles, senior director ofMarketing and Public Relations at ForsythMedical Center. “This enables us to offer notjust leading-edge technology and treatment butalso knowledgeable and compassionate carethat takes into consideration women’s uniqueneeds and preferences.”
Posted by Forsyth Woman on July 29th, 2010
Excerpt From Rosey’s Review
Rana Loca
As my readers are already aware, I love restaurants that give back to the community or bring the community together. Many of you are unaware, though, that I love Cuban food. This month I get the privilege of telling about a restaurant that does both. Rana Loca is another one of the delicious new restaurants brightening our downtown, broadening the horizons of our taste buds, and providing opportunities to get people in the community together.
For those of you who have never tried Cuban cuisine, you are in for a treat. Many may have a misconception that it would be like Mexican. However, I prefer to think of it more like Caribbean cuisine. While there is some Spanish influence, like Mexican, you will find that it is very different in many ways.
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Posted by Forsyth Woman on July 29th, 2010
Excerpt from Calling All Women
TWIN CITY STAGE ANNOUNCES Its SEASON OF CLASSIC SPLENDOR
At 76 years young, TWIN CITY STAGE (TCS), the Triad’s premier community theatre, is gearing up for one of the biggest production seasons in its history. With over four hundred performances to their credit, TWIN CITY STAGE’s new line-up pays homage to the some of the greatest titles in American theatre today. The 2010-2011 season opens on September 17th with a classic romantic comedy, Barefoot in the Park, by legendary playwright, Neil Simon.
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