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On the Porch: A Conversation with Janet Place and Steevie Jane Parks

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Steevie Jane Parks and Janet Place are working artists and co-chairs of the Chatham Artists Guild which hosts the Chatham Open Studio Tour. Steevie Jane Parks is an abstract painter who retired from a career as a Clinical Psychologist. For the first two weekends in December, Steevie will share Studio #9 with sculptor Louise Hobbs and offer for sale 30 new mixed media fabric collages. Steevie’s newest large format paintings are also on exhibit at 79 Degrees West in Chatham Park, and at the Art Above Main Gallery on South Main Street in Burlington.  www.steeviejaneparks.com/Current-Paintings/

Janet Place is a glass artist, singer/songwriter, and public health professional. Her personal journey into fused (or warm) glass began during the pandemic. What started as a hobby soon became an obsession. After relocating to SC for a job, she returned to Chatham in 2022 to be part of the vibrant art and music scene, and because she and her husband love the area. Her glass influences are Murano glass from Italy and retro/ MCM style from her upbringing. You can see her work and learn more at www.janetplaceglassdesigns.com

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November 23, 2024

Chapel Hill’s Elizabeth Engelhardt, Senior Associate Dean for Fine Arts & Humanities at UNC Chapel Hill, talks about her new book, “Boardinghouse Women: How Southern Keepers, Cooks, Nurses, Widows, and Runaways Shaped Modern America” (2024).

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On the Porch: A Conversation with John McPherson

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Voted ‘Best Real Estate Agent’ twice in Winston Salem and proudly holding the title of trophy husband and arm candy for 20 years, John McPherson has worked at Coldwell Banker Advantage since 2003. John leads the MKT Real Estate Group team, is a licensed General Contractor, and is currently serving as NC REALTORS® President-Elect for 2024. He’s mastered the art of juggling the correct compensation form, buyer agency, hosting Camel City Chat a YouTube channel that explores Winston-Salem’s and NCs local scenes, and telling dad jokes without missing a beat. When he’s not traveling across the state meeting every Realtor he can, John crafts custom sneakers and perfects his woodworking skills. John is based in Clemmons, NC.

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November 16, 2024

WCHL is airing conversations Coach Lefty Driesell, who died recently, was the legendary basketball coach at four different colleges, Davidson, Maryland, James Madison, and Georgia State, all of which he took to the NCAA tournament, about Maryland’s exit from the ACC and his memories of the great games against UNC and Duke.

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On the Porch: A Conversation with Tyler Bryant

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Tyler Bryant, as President & CEO of the Chatham Chamber of Commerce, champions the Chamber’s mission of promoting visibility, advocacy, and economic vitality for a more prosperous community. With a focus on innovative communication and strategic partnerships, Tyler has significantly contributed to the Chamber’s role as a driving force for growth in North Carolina’s fastest-growing region. His ‘outsider’ perspective has enabled him to introduce fresh ideas and initiatives that align with the evolving needs of local businesses and the community. The Chamber has nearly 500 active members and continues to grow each day.

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November 9, 2024

WCHL is airing conversations Coach Lefty Driesell, who died recently, was the legendary basketball coach at four different colleges, Davidson, Maryland, James Madison, and Georgia State, all of which he took to the NCAA tournament, about Maryland’s exit from the ACC and his memories of the great games against UNC and Duke.

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On the Porch: A Conversation with LeVon Barnes

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LeVon Barnes is running for election to the North Carolina House of Representatives to represent District 64 in Alamance. LeVon Barnes brings two decades of real world experience as a public school teacher, a mentor, a basketball coach, and a proud girl dad. His empathy, conviction and willingness to build connections defines his philosophy as well as his approach to running for State House. LeVon has always believed in being “a sponge” and paying it forward to the next generation. From pursuing a career in education LeVon is even more committed to ensuring better futures for all who live in Alamance County.

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