lake wylie today, spring 2015

LakeWylieSpring 2015 | Issue 1

Hello, Spring!Ideas to make the most of the season

Sailboat RacingA popular pastime on the lake

Chamber SpotlightLake Wylie Chamber of Commerce news and information

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It is my pleasure to present the spring issue of Lake Wylie Today for 2015. It is always an adventure to contribute as a local editor,

writer, photographer and help to develop story ideas for each issue.

In this issue, you will read about weddings on the lake which features an assortment of photos and information about the many options and locations for celebrating. A wedding and party guide is included that features area musicians, locations, florists, and everything needed to have a great wedding or party. It covers formal to sim-ple wedding ideas. We have it all at the lake.

Did you know we have a variety of events in our area this spring? From flower festivals to St. Patrick’s Day events, this feature includes infor-mation and ideas about things to do this spring. The award-winning Come See Me festival in Rock Hill in April and the award-winning Straw-berry Festival held in Fort Mill in May are not to be missed. Glencairn Gardens and Cherry Park have beautiful azalea gardens in the springtime. The Clover Choraliers present a spring show that is like going to a Broadway performance and showcases the talents of this award-winning high school choral group. Mark your calendar to take in the beauty and celebrations of spring.

The shoreline feature tells us about sailboat racing and the joy of living on the lake. Hunt, Fish Paddle has enhanced its kayak fishing events with a new store and efforts to get more people on the water.

The Garden Party section features the home and garden of Doug and Margaret Meyer-Cu-no and how they combine their tastes to create a warm and comfortable space. This home was featured in the 2014 Lake Wylie Home and Garden tour presented by the LW-Clover Re-publican Women’s Club. Held each year, this tour features an assortment of homes and gar-dens located all around the Lake Wylie area. The expanded event will be held on April 25. Proceeds will benefit a scholarship for a Clo-

ver high School student.Our local stories of life in Lake Wylie are

designed to market and promote our beautiful area. Issues are seasonal and have themes. The spring issue is the Healthy, Wealthy and Wise issue featuring tips on healthy living, financial tips and spring-related topics. The summer is-sue theme is summer fun. The fall is the green issue with a focus on the environment and lo-cal features like beekeepers, homegrown gar-dening and nature-based ideas and tips. Win-ter is the holiday issue for all things festive. We encourage local story ideas and photos that showcase wonderful Lake Wylie living. We also support new area businesses. Email [email protected].

It is a pleasure to work every day to promote our beautiful area and its many attractions. Pour a cup of coffee or glass of wine and settle into this issue and you, too, will be delighted at all that is going on in Lake Wylie Today.

Rolling out the welcome matThe Lake Wylie area is one of the fast-

est-growing and most desirable areas in South Carolina. Here are a few statistics on how we stack up:• Lake Wylie had 180% growth in population

according to the 2010 US census.

• Lake Wylie was the only community in South Carolina that had positive growth statistics in 2010 and 2011 and continues to grow at a high rate.

• More than 40,000 vehicles per day travel on Highway 49 through Lake Wylie.

• YMCA Camp Thunderbird has approximate-ly 30,000 visitors and participants each year.

• Lake Wylie has among the highest per capita income in SC.

• Lake Wylie is one of the fastest growing areas in the region. LW

By Susan Bromfield, President, Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce

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Cover and Table of Contents photos by Jan Todd

2 Our View The beauty of spring in Lake Wylie

10 Mailbag

16 Shoreline Sailboat racing a popular pastime in Lake Wylie

20 Roving Palate Put a spring in your step with heart-healthy meals

24 Feature Weddings on Lake Wylie satisfy a variety of tastes

26 Garden Party Blending styles a winning combination for waterfront home

34 Feature From festivals to concerts, your Lake Wylie Spring Calendar

36 Feature Get the farm to your table with new program from Bush-N-Vine

42 Feature Aromatherapy benefits for a healthier you

42 Feature Living Healthy - experts weigh in

50 Development Update

55 Spotlight The magazine of the Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce

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MailbagDid you just catch a fish? Celebrate your 50th wedding anniversary? Are you participating in a charity event or community fundraiser? Where did you go on your last family outing? Whether you just celebrated a major milestone or are gearing up to give back, part of our goal with Lake Wylie Today is to provide a platform for our community to share what’s happening in the community through stories and photos. We want to celebrate with you, laugh with you and build memories with you. See page 2 for information on how to submit photos and stories.

State Chamber of Commerce honors Rep. Tommy Pope

On Tues. Jan. 20, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce honored legislators who had a perfect score on the 2014 Legislative Scorecard. The awards were presented to members of the General Assembly, in-

cluding District 47 Representative and Speaker Pro Tempore Tommy Pope.The 2014 Legislative Scorecard tracked key votes on workers’ compensa-

tion, student reading initiatives, tort reforms, government restructuring and more. “The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to recognize these 29 members of the General Assembly who are committed to advancing issues that make South Carolina more competitive,” said Ted Pitts, president and CEO of the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce. For more informa-tion from Tommy Pope, visit www.tommypope.com, email [email protected], or call 803-324-7574.

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had their Pinewood Derby on Feb. 7. Kyle Kirkland won with the fastest car and Zack Bordeaux won the best Scout-themed car. Zack Bordeaux

Tourism talkLisa Meadows, of York County Convention

and Visitor’s Bureau and Mark Wright of SC Biz News at the Annual Governors

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Monster catfish sets an unofficial Lake Wylie record

Gastonia angler Jeff Manning reeled in an 82-pound whopper on Jan. 24. Local fishing experts say his blue catfish is the unofficial lake record, just

7 pounds shy of the North Carolina record. Manning is a seasoned angler and the vice president of the Carolina Catfish Club. “It was a beast for sure,” he said. He post-ed a YouTube video that documents the colossal catch. Photo by Dieter Melhorn

CloverCommunity Art Gallery is now openAfter months of planning by community

volunteer and curator Angie Yelving-ton Clinton, the Clover Community

Art Gallery (inside the Clover Community Center) held its grand opening on Jan. 16 with five adult artists and five student artists’ work on display. Over 100 people attended. New, local artwork will be on display on rotation in March and April in coordination with the York County Arts Council. Town meetings are often held at the center and there is a seasonal weekly farmer’s market behind the building. Clinton said there are plans to establish a Clover Art Guild. The hours are 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Mon-day-Friday. 120 Bethel Street, Clover.

Clover Mayor Don-nie Grice attended the art gallery grand opening.


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On the runNearly 20 percent of the staff at Clover Community

Bank are avid runners and walkers. Six employ-ees have completed half and full marathons.Gwen

Thompson, President and CEO, will complete her third marathon in February. Employees frequently use Lake Wy-lie running trails to practice for marathons and participate in local races.

Running of the Turkeys 2013 – Jenny Player, Tonya Sanders, Allison Hodge, Susie Whitesides, Whitney Branch and Corey Clinton

Splash Dash 2014 – Kathie Goforth, Tonya Sanders, Holly Beck, Susie Whitesides and Gwen Thompson

Kiawah Half and Full Marathon 2014 – Steve Sannella, Gwen Thompson, Holly Beck, Frank Gadsden and Kath-ie Goforth

Versen named president of Piedmont Association of Realtors

Joe L Versen, of Versen Appraisals, was in-stalled as President of the Piedmont Re-gional Association of REALTORS®. The

Association covers York, Lancaster and Chester Counties.

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The Sounds of ChristmasThe award-winning Clover Choraliers

held their popular “Sounds of Christ-mas” show last year with fantastic danc-

ing, singing and acting. The musical for the spring will be “The Music Man,” directed by Jay Forrest. It will be held on April 30, May 2, and May 3. A candlelight concert is scheduled for May 21 and May 22 at the First Presbyterian Church in Gastonia. For more information, visit www.cloverchoraliers.com.

Having fun at the Mid-Atlantic Boat Show

Lake Wylie boat dealers Dock Masters, Hall Marine Group and Huntley Marine were among those exhibiting at the Mid-At-

lantic Boat Show in Charlotte in early Febru-ary. Lake Wylie resident and custom builder Dana Anthony had two classic boats on display with the Antique & Classic Boat Showplace. The Lake Wylie Marine Commission and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary were on hand to educate boat-ers and promote safety on the lake, with upcom-ing classes scheduled in the Lake Wylie area. Photo by Jan Todd.

The Clover Community Bank presented the Upper Palmet-to YMCA with a $50,000

check to support a proposed outdoor water park at the aquatics center to be built near Crowders Creek Ele-mentary School. From left to right: Gwen Thompson, Clover Commu-nity Bank president and CEO; Moe Bell, Upper Palmetto YMCA CEO and Linda McCallum, Upper Pal-metto YMCA branch director. Pho-to provided by Rose Cummings.

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For Charles Wood, one of the great things about living in Lake Wylie is that it takes him just a few minutes to get his boat out

on the lake and join fellow sailing enthusiasts for the Catawba Yacht Club sailboat racing.

Sailboats of all shapes and sizes take to the lake to combine a favorite leisure pastime with some fun and friendly competition.

The beautiful gazebo at Catawba Yacht Club extends out over the water and allows spectators to watch the races, where 15-20 boats show up on any given week. Sailboats pass one another as the sun silhouettes their colorful sails.

Entry in the sailboat racing series is free and open to anyone with a sailboat, explains

Capt. Ron Wright, the sailing-fleet and race-committee captain at Catawba Yacht Club. The club began the racing series in 1993 and it remains one of the most active club sail-boat racing programs in the Charlotte area.

Boats line up at the start and race to a buoy at the end of the course and back again in the timed competition. An official race commit-tee vessel – a pontoon boat – marks the begin-ning and end of the races and logs in official finish times.

“If it’s 70 degrees and 10 knots, we can have 20 boats racing,” Wright said.

At the end of the season the overall first, second and third place winners get a prize

from the club – anything from sailing jackets to trophies, to even a nice bottle of wine.

“It’s not quite as fancy as people think,” Wood laughs.

For the fall, winter and spring series, races are held on the weekends every other week. The summer series are weekly races.

The spring series sailboat racing will kick off Sunday, March 1 at 12:30 p.m. and will be held every other week each Sunday.

Before each race, sailing captains meet at the clubhouse to officially sign in, study the course map, go over the rules and receive in-formation, such as wind direction and speed.

Then it’s off to the water, where the sail-

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boats pass the iconic Catawba clubhouse, which has been on Lake Wylie since 1939.

Pick the race to watch

There are two races each race day, with two different groups of sailboats. The MC Scow and Ensign are one or two-man boats that sit low in the water and go very fast. The cruis-ing sailboats, which can have a crew of two or three people, are called a Portsmouth fleet.

The race of just the MC Scow boats is called a “one-design race,” and it’s the more compet-itive, Wright said. All the boats are identical, only two people maximum are allowed to crew it, and whoever crosses the finish line first is the winner, he explains.

“When you cross the finish line, you know the order of finish. Everyone has the same boat—it’s like Nascar,” Wright said. “It’s com-petitive because there are many national and regional events for ‘one design’ boats.”

The Portsmouth race is open to all types of cruising sailboats and not limited by the num-ber of crew members. A computer generates each boat’s handicap, based on factors such as the size and age; it calculates the winners post-race.

“That’s when you’ll see the larger boats; the average boat (in that race) is over 20 feet long, and there are usually three to four people on a boat,” Wright said. “In Portsmouth racing, you don’t know if you’ve won until you’re back on land.”

In the slower winter season, there is only the Portsmouth race; other times, there are both types of races with the MC Scow race al-ways first.

Timing the start is everything

It takes speed and strategy to win. As the sailboats line up at the ready, Wright said sail-ors time their approach to the starting line, in order to get the best position in the race. An electric timer allows three minutes to position boats to cross the “starting line” at the most advantageous time.

Wright said it’s fun to watch the larg-er Portsmouth boats start jockeying towards the starting line to try and time it perfectly.

“If you’re over the line too early, you have to go back around again,” Wright said. “It’s said that ‘he who wins the start of the race, wins the race.’”

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tawba Yacht Club or from the Buster Boyd Cove, where race markers are often placed, Wright said.

“We even let visitors go out on the Pon-toon boat, where they get a wonderful view of the start and finish,” Wright said.

Another popular viewing spot is from the water; other boaters often park their boats the required 100 yards outside the race lines, which gives them at a great view.

The club welcomes new sailors, but “if they are brand new to sailing, we encourage

them to come on a boat with an experienced skipper first to get a feel for the races,” ac-cording to Wright.

Sail into another world

Sailing clears the mind of anything else. “Your cell phone is not going off; you can’t think about anything else,” says Wright. “It’s a great recreational outlet that lets me put ev-erything else in the world aside.”

Sailing is also good exercise for both the body and the mind, as well as a source of

new friendships. “I love the camaraderie; we race then yak about it for a few hours,” ex-plains Wright. “The Catawba Yacht Club is not stuffy, we’re just folksy and enjoy racing sailboats.”

With year-long racing, plenty of friend-ships are formed, anchored by the love of the sport.

As Wood puts it, “It really is a lot of fun. And it’s always a good time to go sailing.”

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Get in on the fun

Where to watch sailboat races:

• The gazebo at the Catawba Yacht Club, 19809 W. Youngblood Rd., NC (gates are open to the public for viewing during races.)

• The point at Boyd’s Cove near the Bust-er Boyd Bridge

• From your own boat! Be sure to stay 100 yards away from the race boats.

• On the race committee boat that is stationed at the start and the finish. Email [email protected] for more information.

When:

Spring series runs March 1-May 31 at 12:30 p.m. and will be held every other Sunday.

Summer series runs June 3-Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. and will be held every Wednesday.

Fall racing series runs Sept. 12-Nov. 21 at 9:30 a.m. and will be held every other Saturday.

Winter series starts Dec. 6 at 12:30 p.m. and will be held every other Sunday.

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Heart-healthy meals to enjoy in Lake Wylie

Story and photos by Jan Todd

The Oceans Bounty salad at Christopher’s Grill & Bar lets diners choose grilled grouper, salmon or shrimp atop a fresh

bed of lettuce.


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With swimsuit season just around the corner, resolutions turn towards healthy eating. Thanks to some

new menu options and fresh choices in Lake Wylie, eating light doesn’t mean making sacri-fices in tastiness. Several restaurants are adding items that are low in calories, gluten-free and heart-healthy for an extra spring in your step this season.

Concord CoveJohnny Funderburk, owner of Concord

Cove, explained, “Lots of our customers were asking for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free dishes. So we decided to add some to our menu.” Se’drekus Wingate, the executive chef at Concord Cove, was up to the challenge. He came up with a recipe for vegan “meatballs,” made from a variety of vegetables, and paired them with some spicy marinara sauce and gluten-free pasta. Perfectly prepared, this meatless dish is sure to satisfy any craving for saucy Italian fare.

The Eggplant Parmesan is another favor-

ite vegetarian offering, and can be made glu-ten-free as well. “Lots of our regular menu items can be prepared gluten free. Just ask,” Funderburk added. Concord Cove is known for exemplary service, and the chef is happy to accommodate special requests to meet a guest’s dietary restrictions or taste preferences. “Ev-erything is made fresh, one dish at a time.”

Concord Cove’s menu is extensive, with a large variety of soups and salads, seafood and beef, roast duck and pastas. It can be a “special occasion” place, with signature dish-es such as the Osso Bucco or Chateau Briand served for two. Or, it can be a casual dining option with sandwich plates. Lunchtime fa-vorites include the homemade chicken salad, grilled tenderloin with onions, and salads with dressings made in-house.

When company is in town, be sure to try the Saturday brunch, with great selections such as Crab Cakes with Chipotle Lemon-Lime Ai-oli, or Grilled Salmon with vegetables. Con-cord Cove is the perfect place to celebrate brid-al luncheons and graduation celebrations.

Concord Cove is open Monday - Saturday for lunch and dinner, plus brunch on Saturday. It is located at 5305 Concord Road. Reserva-tions are suggested, particularly on weekends. 803-831-1036

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Christopher’s Bar & GrillFor the best selection of fresh salads in

Lake Wylie, Christopher’s Bar & Grill serves up a hearty variety of healthy choices. Now in their fourteenth year of business, Christo-pher’s has earned a solid reputation for consis-tently good food and friendly service.

The salads are anything but dull. The Black & Bleu Chicken salad consists of pan seared spicy blackened chicken, topped with tasty bleu cheese crumbles. The Oceans Bounty Salad with lots of crunchy vegetables can be topped with grilled grouper, shrimp, or salmon.

For other light choices, Christopher’s offers a large variety of wraps. Southwestern sea-soned chicken and grilled vegetables make up the popular fajita chicken wrap. The grilled shrimp and sauteed vegetable wrap is another customer favorites. Christopher’s uses locally grown produce when available.

Christopher’s also features extensive catering services. Whether an office lunch with a variety of sandwich wraps, or a full-scale meal for a wed-ding or reunion, Christopher’s can provide on-site or drop-off food services for crowds of any size.

Christopher’s is located at 1500 Village Har-bor Drive in Lake Wylie. Open Monday - Satur-day for lunch and dinner, plus lunch on Sunday. 803-831-2461 LW

Healthy spaghetti and vegan meatballs at Concord Cove suit dietary needs without sacrificing taste.

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For better dining at home, great meals be-gin at Bush-n-Vine. This family-owned farm has been providing fresh fruits and

vegetables for over 150 years. This past fall, they opened a brand new sales building. Still brim-ming with rustic country charm, the new sales site is open year-round with seasonal produce.

During colder months, Bush-n-Vine uses two acres of 400’ growing tunnels to raise strawberries and other crops that are usually limited to warmer weather. Spring crops in-clude raspberries and strawberries as well as asparagus, broccoli, cabbage, lettuce, kale, and spinach.

While the main operation is on Filbert Highway in York, Bush-n-Vine strives to offer convenient customer service with fruit and vegetable stands open from spring through early fall on Ebenezer Road in Rock Hill and in the Village Harbor Shopping Center in Lake Wylie, right in front of Christopher’s.

To ensure that your table always has a se-lection of fresh produce, Bush-n-Vine has rolled out a CSA program. CSA, or “Com-munity Supported Agriculture” is a program in which the customer pays for produce in ad-vance for an entire seven-week season: spring, summer I, summer II, fall or winter.

Over the seven weeks, customers receive a basket of produce each week delivered for convenient pick-up at several locations in Rock Hill, York, Lake Wylie, and Charlotte.

“Usually the basket has five or six different produce items,” said Sam Hall, with Bush-N-Vine. “The customers can sign up for small, medium, or large baskets. The small basket feeds two or three people, and the large feeds about six.”

Customers sign up by season. “They have to sign up early, though,” said Hall. “We usu-ally have about 200 families participating in the CSA. We set the sign-up deadlines about two months in advance, so we can plan our crops accordingly. So the deadline to sign up for the first summer season is the first of April, and the second summer season is mid-May.”

Due to high demand, there are two produce pick-up days for the CSA program in Lake Wy-lie. Customers pick up their baskets on Tues-days at the Lake Wylie stand (when open) or at Allure Nails and Tan in the Village Harbor Shopping Center. On Wednesdays, the baskets can be picked up at Anytime Fitness.

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Customers sign up by season, which covers seven weeks of

fresh produce baskets.Small: $150 (2-3 people)

Medium: $220 (3-4 people)Large: $290 (5-6 people)

2015 CSA Scheduleand Deadlines

Deadlines to Sign Up Spring – Feb. 1

Summer I - April 1 Summer II - May 15

Fall - July 1 Winter – Sept. 1

SeasonsSpring

April 6 - May 22

Summer I May 25 - July 10

Summer II

July 13 – Aug. 28

Fall Aug.31 – Oct. 16

Winter

Oct. 19 – Dec. 11 (No delivery the week of Thanksgiving)

Pickup locationsLake Wylie Bush-N-Vine stand

(when open)

Allure Nails and Tan in the Village Harbor Shopping Center

Anytime Fitness (Wednesdays only)

Bountiful basketsCSA program brings the farm to your table

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A style combo that works


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What happens when two styles collide? Well, if you’re lucky like Doug and Margaret Meyer-Cuno, the an-swer is “pure magic!”

The Meyer-Cunos, married for about five years, live on Lake Wylie on Bonum Road. Doug, a Lake Wylie “native,” grew up in River Hills.

“His style preference is very contemporary,” said Marga-ret. “But I tend towards the more traditional. So our house is a mix,” she continued. “We have everything from antiques and heirlooms to very modern fixtures and furnishings.”

Margaret is from Raleigh, N.C., and is a veterinar-ian. For years, she had a vacation condo at the beach. When she and Doug married, they decided to simplify by selling their personal homes and the beach property. “So essentially, we combined three homes into one,” said Margaret.

“We really wanted to live on the lake, and looked at proper-ties for over a year,” remembers Margaret. “I think we looked at everything! We almost gave up, and then one weekend, two new properties came on the market. We looked at both of them, and fell in love with this one. We put an offer in immediately.”

The home was built by Ken Ponder, a custom builder in Lake Wylie, as his personal home in 1999. It has four bed-rooms and is all on one level. The Meyer-Cunos have four adult children between them, so the extra bedrooms come in handy when family comes to visit. The home has an in-ground pool and pool house, which can accommodate over-night guests as well.

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(Top left) The breakfast area in the Meyer-Cuno home overlooks the beauti-ful outdoors and Lake Wylie. Sleek, stylish furnishings are used in the kitch-en, which is modern with contemporary fixtures and design. (Left) Doug and Margaret Meyer-Cuno love to entertain family and friends, and the pool and cabana are the perfect setting. (Above) Whimsical décor from Margaret’s previous beach condo were used in the cabana, providing a party atmo-sphere that is fresh and fun. (Top right) Margaret’s traditional furnishings and antique heirlooms are used in the formal living room. (Right) Doug Meyer-Cuno loves to cook, whether it be indoors or out. Warmer months are usually spent enjoying meals and leisure on the veranda.

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Margaret enlisted the help of a decorator friend to develop the unique style of their home. With furnishings from three homes, they had plenty of options. “My decorator said that this was the first time she didn’t have to buy anything new to design a home!” laughs Margaret.

They used different styles in different areas. In the living room, Margaret’s tradi-tional furnishings and heirloom pieces were used to produce more of a formal setting. In the kitchen, where the fixtures and cabinetry were more contemporary, a more modern approach was employed. The hearth room, open to the kitchen, is furnished in a fash-ionable yet comfortable motif. “This is where we spend most of our time in the colder months,” Margaret said.

As for the pool house, “That’s where we used the beach furniture!” said Margaret. Whimsical decor, lots of color and a party at-mosphere give lots of personality to the pool house. It has a full kitchen, plus a covered bar area outside.

“We do a lot of entertaining, so the layout of the home is perfect,” said Margaret. “Our favorite spot in the house is probably the ve-randa.” This large covered porch, on the lake side of the home, is set up as an outdoor living area. A grill area and outdoor dining table are used almost daily during the warmer months. There is a seating area with an outdoor tele-vision set, where the Meyer-Cunos enjoy watching movies and sports. “We are big Pan-thers fans, plus we watch NC State and UNC games,” Margaret said.

The veranda overlooks the lake and Mar-garet and Doug enjoy the view and watching the action on the lake. The yard is fenced on the lake side, so the couple’s three dogs can run and play. A large portion of the yard is natural, with blooming azaleas and low-maintenance foliage and trees. The home is truly set up to enjoy the outdoors. And in a place as lovely as Lake Wylie, that’s just about perfect. LW

A large covered porch is set up as an outdoor living room, with dining and television area, all of which afford a fantastic view of the lake.

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MARCHNow through March 18 - Art & Orchids

The Daniel Stowe Bo-tanical Garden has paired thousands of colorful orchids with 24 works of Lost Hollow Design-er W. Gary Smith to create unique artis-tic displays through

March 18. 6500 South New Hope Road, Bel-mont. www.dsbg.org.

March 14 - Clover St. Patrick’s Day FestivalThis Irish-themed street festival features Irish music, dancers, arts and crafts, plus plenty of food. Free admission. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Main Street, Old Town Rock Hill, Clover. March 20-22 - Cycling, BMX championships The Novant Health BMX Supercross Track in Rock Hill will host the USA BMX Carolina Nationals and USA Cycling National BMX Championships. The event is expected to bring over 1,000 competitors from across the country as top pros and elite Olympic hope-fuls earn valuable USA BMX National points. novanthealthbmx.com.

March 21 - Horticulture highlight walksSee what’s in bloom and get gardening tips at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 1-2 p.m. 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont. Free with garden admission. www.dsbg.org.

March 28 - Carowinds opening dayRide the Fury 325, the world’s tallest and fast-est giga coaster with speeds up to 95 miles per hour. www.carowinds.com

March 28-29 - Peter RabbitMeet Peter Rabbit and all his friends as they explore the garden and participate in family activities. A professional

photographer will be onsite to take family pic-tures. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 6500 South New Hope Road, Bel-mont. www.dsbg.org. APRIL April 2 - Easter Egg HuntMore than 50,000 Easter eggs, with candy, prizes or gift certificates inside, will be placed in Cherry Park in Rock Hill for the annual Great Easter Egg Classic hunt. Two-year-olds start at 2 p.m. and every 15 minutes another age group will begin, up to age 11. Please arrive early. 1466 Cherry Road. (Rain date April 3.) April 11-12 - US Quidditch World CupEighty teams and over 1,600 players from around North America will compete in a real-life, co-ed, full-con-tact adaptation of the game of quidditch from the Harry Potter novels. Vendors, costumed fans, and more. Dawn till dusk. Manchester Meadows, 337 E. Mt. Gal-lant Rd. sports complex, Rock Hill. www.face-book.com/USQuidditchWorldCup.

April 16-25 - Come-See-Me FestivalRock Hill’s award-winning spring festival at-tracts more than 100,000 participants. The “Blooming Gardens” parade, special activi-ties, and a fireworks finale are held through-out its 10-day run. Kids can display artistic skills at Chalk on Main. For a schedule of ac-tivities, visit www.comeseeme.org. April 18 - Annual Spring Tour of HomesThe Clover Lake Wyle Republican Wom-en’s Club will hold its annual spring Tour of Homes benefiting the Fay Bergman Clover High School Scholarship Fund. Cost is $20 for tours of six area homes. The River Hills Country Club hosts a fashion-show luncheon from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tour tickets can be pur-

chased from club members; luncheon tickets can be purchased at the country club. Contact Suzanne Krause at 803-831-0689 or email [email protected].

April 18 - Earth Day eventAn Earth Day Celebration at the Anne Springs Close Greenway will include Border Collie demonstrations, cane pole fishing, canoeing, kayaking, geo-caching, wagon rides, lead-line horse rides and farm animals. 10 a.m. 250 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill. www.ascgreenway.org. April 25 - Earth Day exhibitsThe Museum of York County will hold a free family-event featuring activities, games, pony rides, and more than 30 educational exhibits with a hands-on environmental dis-plays. Shop the eco-marketplace for items made from recycled materials. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd. Rock Hill. April 30-May 2 - The Music ManThe award-win-ning Clover Cho-raliers will hold their spring con-cert with a Broad-way-style perfor-mances of “The Music Man” on April 30 at 8 p.m., May 1 at 8 p.m. and May 2 at 3 p.m. 1625 Highway 55 East, Clover. www.cloverchoraliers.com. MAY May 1-2 - Strawberry FestivalThis Fort Mill festival includes an ice cream eating contest, strawberry shortcake eating contest, 5K run/walk, car show, beauty pag-eant, live entertainment, outdoor movie and discount pricing on pick-your-own straw-berries. Friday 4:30-10: p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. 345 N. White Street. May 16 - Glencairn BloomFestThis family event features plants, gardens, pottery, baskets and other garden-themed items for sale from a variety of vendors, plus activities and crafts for children, music and garden tours. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Mead-ow at Glencairn Garden, Edgemont Avenue.

May 19, 21, 22 - Candlelight concertThe award-winning Clover Choraliers will hold a classic candlelight concert over three days at The First Presbyterian Church. 1621 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia. www.clo-verchoraliers.com. LW

Flowers are blooming, festivals are booming, and spring is right around the corner. Say goodbye to winter at these spring events. Just call ahead to confirm days and times.

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Love is in the air, and what a beautiful and romantic place Lake Wylie can be for a wedding! Options abound, from formal

to casual, lakeside to garden setting, full-service to a la carte. Whatever your needs, the oppor-tunity is there to make your special day truly extraordinary.

By the LakeThe Red Fez Shrine Club, a landmark on

Lake Wylie since the 1930’s, has long been avail-able for weddings and special events. It has had

several renovations and facelifts over the years, and has recently expanded services for weddings.

There is a beautiful lakeside wedding patio with an arbor for the bride and groom, plus seating for up to 50 guests. Extra guests can watch from the club’s wrap-around porch. The ceremony may be moved indoors should the day be cold or rainy.

Facing west and overlooking the Buster Boyd Bridge, guests enjoy spectacular views, especially at sunset. Inside, there are air-con-ditioned dining rooms, a ballroom for danc-

ing, and a cocktail lounge. Denise Pelow, in charge of facility rentals for the club, said two newly remodeled dressing rooms have been added for the bride and bridal party.

The main dining room seats up to 120 peo-ple, and a side dining room with a 60-person capacity can be opened to handle larger par-ties. Outside dining, with tables and umbrel-las, seats about 60 people.

Another option for weddings lakeside is the Long Cove Yacht Club. This venue has under-gone over $1 million in major renovations and improvements that began in the summer of 2014 will continue through spring 2015. With a wide beach, picnic patio, and lots of decking, the facility can accommodate weddings of any size.

The beach area presents many creative opportunities for wedding parties. The bride and groom may, for instance, choose to de-clare their vows aboard a boat, with guests watching from the sandy shores. At sunset, tiki torches and entertainment, or perhaps a Hawaiian-themed luau, can make a wedding celebration truly unique and fun for everyone.

For a more casual affair, the River Hills Marina rents out the picnic pavilion with a large deck overlooking the lake. Each year

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several couples elect to tie the knot on shore, then sail off into the sunset after a barbecue at the pavilion.

The Garden CafeThe Garden Cafe has really made a name

for itself in the wedding business. The im-mensely talented Teresa James, owner and manager of The Garden Cafe, offers a variety of full-service packages that include the ven-ue, food and beverages, the wedding cake, and flowers. She can even help coordinate the band and photography.

The Garden Cafe Pavilion, located adjacent to the restaurant, can accommodate up to 300 guests. Teresa and her staff enjoy bringing each bride’s vision to life, whether they dream of a Mardi Gras Cajun theme, a rockabilly 50’s party, or a black tie affair.

“I sit down with the bride and we talk about what she wants,” said Teresa. “We spend a cou-ple of hours figuring out everything from deco-rations, to food, to party favors.”

Although wedding ceremonies can take place inside the pavilion, most are held outside in a garden setting complete with lights, flow-ers, and “yard art” that gives The Garden Cafe its flair. Teresa collects and recycles antiques and items of interest, and her handiwork is displayed throughout the cafe and pavilion, as well as the gift shop.

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Complete packages are available, including portrait sittings at the garden, equipment for the ceremony and reception, romantic carriage rides, floral services and even tenting in some areas for inclement weather. Guests at the wedding receive complementary admission to the garden.

Weddings can be held outdoors in The White Garden, The Crape Myrtle Grove, The Four Sea-sons Lawn, The Orchid Conservatory, and in the new Lost Hollow section of the Garden, among other areas. The beautiful great hall is a popular choice for indoor ceremonies, seated dinners, or cocktail receptions. Depending on the area, the garden can accommodate up to 500 guests.

Jim Hoffman, Director of Marketing at the Garden, said that the new Lost Hollow garden, “Is a magical place, one that is the epitome of a fairy tale wedding.”

An events department at the garden is on hand to help with every detail during the plan-ning process and the wedding day.

At The ClubRiver Hills Country Club has long been a

favorite venue for weddings and celebrations. With dining rooms that easily expand from cozy to large, it is the perfect place to host brid-al showers, cocktail receptions and banquets. Wedding ceremonies are often held on a veran-da overlooking the 18th green and Lake Wylie.

The club’s event director, Desta Hudgens, helps coordinate the wedding ceremony as well as activities leading up to it and following, including the bridesmaid’s luncheon, optional golf outings and the reception party.

Whatever style or budget, the Lake Wylie area offers wonderful wedding choices for a memorable and delightful occasion. Check out the Wedding and Event Guide in this issue for contact information on wedding venues, photographers, caterers, bands, and more. LW

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When Chris Pinard was growing up in southern France, he and his family didn’t visit the doctor’s office for ev-

eryday ailments. “We just walked outside to the garden,” he

said. “There we could find cures for muscle aches, insect bites, cuts and burns, stomach aches, tension headaches, and almost any-thing else.”

When Pinard moved to the United States about twenty years ago, he was amazed to find that herbal remedies are often considered “al-ternative medicine.” He remarked, “From an early age, my mother taught me which plants were good to treat different conditions, and how to use and apply. I thought that was what everyone did.”

Pinard, owner of La Bastide des Lavandes, the lavender farm in York, is eager to share his knowledge and passion for plant and herb-based treatments. At his farm, he grows many varieties of lavender, rosemary, and a host of other plants. He extracts oil from the plants to use in soaps, bath salts, sprays, and in the pure oil form.

“Lavender is excellent for reducing stress and treating pain,” Pinard said. “In fact, lav-ender was used in hospitals during World War I and II as an antiseptic and burn treatment.”

When people hear the term “aromatherapy,” many think that it refers to certain scents used to elevate the mood and simply provide pleasing fragrances. However, it really goes far beyond that. Aromatherapy is the use of plant-derived

essential oils to promote both physical and psy-chological well-being. Essential oils are highly concentrated, and are extracted from the roots, seeds, or leaves and flowers of plants. They can be used in disease prevention and treatment, pain relief, and even mental well-being.

Some essential oils may be applied to the skin, added to the bath, or diffused into the air. Proper use of the oils varies by type of plant, so it is important to understand the safe use of each. “You also need to be careful to buy certified, organic oil,” recommended Pinard. “There are a lot of synthetic and inferior prod-ucts on the market, so you need to make sure you’re buying from a reputable source.”

Benefits of aromatherapy are becoming more widely known in today’s culture, spurred in part by consumers’ desire to incorporate more natural products in their diet and health care. Essential oils are becoming more wide-ly available in the Lake Wylie area, through retail stores such as Lake Wylie Pharmacy, Earth Fare in Rock Hill and at some farmers markets. Oils from the local lavender farm are found online, and at The Garden Cafe gift shop in York.

Direct sales companies are also increas-ing their presence in the area, providing ed-ucation, business opportunities, and product sales. Companies such as Simply Aroma, doTerra, Young Living and others distribute their products through independent sales consultants that hold classes in homes, sell at farmers’ markets and festivals, and market di-rectly to the consumer. The consumer gets the benefit of education and advice on which oils to use and how to apply.

Claire and Nick Baker, local residents and owners of the Express Oil and Tire in Lake Wylie, are big believers in the use of essential oil for the well-being of their family. “I was a huge skeptic,” said Nick, “until I saw what a difference it made in the anxiety levels of my kids and in my own health.”

Parents of small children, the Bakers found that bedtime was a very stressful time for their family. “The kids always resisted going to bed, and were very anxious and upset almost every night.” After learning about the benefits of aro-matherapy, Claire began using lavender oil in a diffuser in the living areas of her home, about an hour or so before the kids’ bedtime. She also dabbed some diluted oil on the kids’ feet and behind their ears. “It was amazing how much calmer the kids became,” she described. “They were so much more settled and went to sleep faster. We no longer had nightly tantrums and crying fits when it was time for bed.”

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treat his back pain. “I strained my back a few months ago, right before we took a vacation. After driving for several hours during the trip, my back was killing me. Claire rubbed some peppermint oil on my back, and the next day I felt like a new man!”

Angel Roork, a resident in Clover, learned about essential oils about a year ago. She began using a variety of oils in her home, for healthcare as well as other household uses such as cleaning, disinfecting, insect repellant, and laundry. Angel became a distributor for an essential oil direct sales company and has held classes at the Clover Library to teach others about benefits and use of the oils. She also is a regular exhibitor at the Clo-ver Farmers Market in the summertime.

Other uses for essential oils include help-ing treat fibromyalgia. A mix of grape seed oil, lavender, lemongrass, frankincense, rose-mary, and peppermint can be added to a bath or in a diffuser.

Reference books and internet sites with information on essential oils are readily avail-able. Since any herbal remedy can interact with various medications or affect medical conditions, advice from qualified health prac-titioners is recommended prior to use. LW

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On May 23, certified herbalists Sal-ly Adams and Cathi Milunec will lead a three-hour course on mak-

ing safe and effective natural herbal med-icine at the Lavender Farm and Botanical Gardens in York. Topics will include how to plan and grow an herb garden easily and naturally and how to harvest and preserve the healing properties of herbs. Participants will take home a plant, seeds and handouts with information. Registration will open April 9. Visit www.sclavender.com for more information.

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Healthy Retirement

Most of us are ultimately working to-wards a common goal – Retirement! Retirement means different things to

all of us. While we all know retirement should be a significant aspect in our lives, do you think about when you can retire versus when you should retire? This question is enormously

important to personally clarify. Often the dif-ference between when I can retire and when I should retire starts with, “do I have enough fi-nancial wealth?” What steps should you take to create a happy and meaningful retirement?

Define your retirement - Envision your-self in retirement. Brainstorm on your goals and ideas. You can start with generalities and then work towards specifics. For example, your goal may be to travel. This may evolve to “traveling through Europe” or “visiting all 50 states.” Be practical, as you do not want to incur any unnecessary expenses. Try to limit your list to your top five. The more descrip-tive you are, the more tangible your dreams may be to attain. Just envision how you want to spend your retirement.

Evaluate your financial health - The next step is to assess your financial current situa-tion. This includes your retirement accounts, savings accounts, real estate and debt load. Retirement income streams such as Social Se-curity and pensions also need to be analyzed to determine best payment method. Another item to estimate is your current cash flow ver-sus your projected retirement taking inflation into consideration. Based on these findings, your estimated retirement income gap can be addressed through your financial plan.

Monitor and adjust your plan - When you know roughly how much money you’ll need, the next goal is to save that amount. Map out a savings and investment plan that will work for you and your family. Be familiar with the right tools and accounts that will give you additional benefits, such as tax deferred accounts. Also consider ways to decrease expenses or find creative post-retirement work. Continue to monitor your portfolio and options.

Remember, whether you do it yourself or you have a good financial planner to help you get you to retirement, having amassed wealth where you can now live off income being generated from your portfolio for the rest of your life, is not your end goal. Life can throw some curve-balls. Putting to rest any financial strains that nip at you will allow your focus and energy to be directed into making your future what you always dreamed it will be. With proper-planning, you can create a meaningful and fulfilling retirement. LW

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Green building 101

The concept of Green Building has been around since the dawn of mankind. Early civilizations used sustainable ma-

terials to produce minimal-impact structures that required very little energy, and serviced all generations of users. However, as civilizations developed, so did the quest for larger and more luxurious structures.

In its simplest form, Green Building refers to a methodology of design and construction that focuses on responsible stewardship of the environment and the required resources. Other contributing philosophies include Sus-tainable Design and Universal Design.

The objective of these intertwined disci-plines is to produce a structure that “lays gently upon the land,” efficiently uses environmentally friendly and sustainable products, has a “car-bon neutral footprint” and can service its users from “cradle to grave.” It is the job of the archi-tect, engineer, contractor and client working together to achieve this intended result.

I’ll briefly unwrap each of these concepts:

“Lays gently upon the land” suggests that the structure has minimal impact on the site and works with the site to enhance the other components of the objective. Soil and water conservation, passive solar orientation and preservation of existing site features are all components of this.

“Environmentally friendly and sustain-able products” encourages the use of renew-able and/or recycled materials and materials that are non-caustic to the environment. It also encourages the efficient use of materials by us-

ing techniques such as advanced framing.“Carbon neutral footprint” is perhaps

the most challenging of the objectives. In its simplest form, this concept suggests that the structure produces as much energy as it uses. The use of efficient design, advanced insula-tion technologies, and high-efficiency me-chanical systems coupled with alternate pas-sive or renewable energy sources such as solar, geothermal, and wind help move us closer to this objective.

The concept of “cradle to grave,” other-wise known as universal design suggests the

end product can be used by all generations in all stages of capacity - from singles and young families to aging-in-place seniors. It can also adapt as new needs arise. In other words, a well designed structure does not become functionally obsolescent. LW

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Healthy living starts with a healthy mouth

What was once considered a dread-ed teenage necessity is now more often looked forward to as a wel-

come rite of passage. While braces certainly do provide beautiful smiles, they also create ideal

tooth alignment and a better functioning bite. While the majority of patients receive treatment as teenagers, The American Association of Or-thodontists recommends children be seen by an orthodontist no later than age 7. Early evaluation allows the orthodontist to detect subtle problems with jaw growth and emerging teeth while some baby teeth are still present.

Early treatment may prevent or intercept more serious problems from developing and may make treatment at a later age shorter and less complicated. In some cases, the ortho-dontist will be able to achieve results that may not be possible once the face and jaws have finished growing. For some, timely evaluation will lead to significant treatment benefits; for others, it will simply provide the parents peace of mind knowing that there wasn’t a problem that should have been corrected early.

Because we provide complimentary initial exams and diagnostic x-rays, if needed, there should be no deterrent to parents seeking an exam for their children, or themselves! Treat-ment isn’t limited to children. Teeth can be moved at any age, and with more aesthetic op-tions of clear aligners and clear braces, more adults are seeking straighter, healthier smiles.

Not only are straight teeth more aestheti-cally pleasing, they are easier to maintain in a healthy manner. Crowded and overlapped teeth are more difficult to clean, which can lead to irritated and inflamed gums, bone loss, and increased susceptibility to cavities. Sim-ilarly, an ill-fitting bite can lead to problems. Under-bites, deep-bites, cross-bites and open-bites all contribute to varying problems.

Open-bites and under-bites make it dif-ficult or impossible to bite through certain foods, leading to difficulty chewing and awk-ward social situations. Prolonged thumb-suck-ing habits in children often cause open bites, which in turn adversely affect their speech.

Cross-bites, if not corrected early, often cause an asymmetry of the lower jaw, and thus facial imbalance. This can also lead to an un-even chewing pattern and adverse tooth wear. Large over-bites where the top teeth are too protrusive, lead to an increased likelihood of trauma to the front teeth.

Straight teeth really are important to your overall health! LW

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Small steps to healthier living

Over 40% of Americans make New Year’s Resolutions. For all the good intentions, just 8% of people achieve

their New Year’s goals according to University of Scranton research. The top five resolutions include the desire to lose weight, exercise and eat healthy. As spring approaches, it is time to re-commit to these goals through small, achiev-able changes with big results.

Eat Healthy - Have a plan when entering the grocery store, and never shop hungry. “Stay on the perimeter of the grocery store,” suggests Ter-ri Carr, Health and Wellness Coordinator with the Fort Mill YMCA. The center aisles typically house processed foods while fresh foods – pro-duce, dairy, fresh meats - line the walls. Also, have a snack, such as a piece of fruit, before going grocery shopping to mitigate the effects of hun-ger. Researchers from Cornell University found that shoppers bought a higher ratio of high-cal-orie foods to low-calorie ones when hungry. The researcher, Anew Tal, explains, “The body is always trying to defend its state and it makes very logical sense that if you’re going for a period without food, and you’re wanting food, you’re more likely to go for the food that’s high-calorie,” he said. “If we’re needing energy, we’re not going to go out for lettuce.”

Exercise - Get more active throughout the day in simple ways. Purchase a pedometer or more complex activity tracker such as FitBit or Garmin Vivofit. With small changes in daily living, watch the steps add up. On any given day in a crowded parking lot, one might see cars circling the lot for the closest parking space. Resolve instead to park in the spaces farthest from the door. This one decision will easily increase steps per week. Also, vow to take the stairs when available. This higher intensity ac-tivity will increase caloric burn. With a tracker, the increase in activity is quantifiable.

Erika W. BellLose Weight - Persist. A resolution to lose

weight is naturally paired with eating healthi-er and exercising more. Weight loss will come with modifications to diet and exercise pat-terns. Remember that change takes time. John Norcross, University of Scranton Psychology professor and author of Changeology, explains, “Typically, it takes several months to stabilize and solidify any new behavior. It’s not a 100-yd. dash; it’s going to take some time. If anyone said you could succeed by taking one whack at calculus or playing the piano for a few weeks,

you wouldn’t believe them. When it comes to behavior change, people have been promised miraculous results. Our minds are not set real-istically about what behavior change takes.” Be patient and reward yourself for small successes.

With these tips, one can be a member of the 8% of people who achieve their goals. Small steps are the key to achieving overall healthier living. LW

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Development Update

Last year turned out to be one for the re-cord books in Lake Wylie real estate, with home sales showing significant increases

both on and off the lake. That probably comes as no surprise to most residents, as we watch new homes being built in our neighborhoods, local businesses show signs of flourishing, and our area’s economic indicators thriving.

In the 29710 zip code, home sales were up 38%, according to Charlotte MLS data. About a quarter of home sales were new construction in 2014, as compared to about 15% the year before.

On all of Lake Wylie, there were 107 wa-terfront home sales! After a slow start to the

year, closings really began to crank up in early fall, resulting in an impressive gain vs. 2013 and previous years:

2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014

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While the number of waterfront home sales exceeded the pre-recession year in 2007, the average prices have not quite kept up. Back in 2007, the average waterfront home sale was just over $710,000. In 2014, the average waterfront home sale was just under $590,000. That doesn’t necessar-ily reflect a drop in home values, though. We’ve made some key observations to ex-plain this trend:

• Buyers are choosing somewhat small-er, more modestly priced homes than they were a few years ago. For

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example, in 2010, the average size of waterfront homes sold was about 4100 square feet. In 2014, average size was about 3250 square feet.

• Homes priced at $1 million and up are down significantly in sales. In 2007, there were nine sales in that price cat-egory, plus quite a few in the $900’s. In 2014, there were just four Lake Wylie waterfront sales over $1 mil-lion. Overall, buyers are being more conservative.

• Following the laws of supply/de-mand, home values for mid-priced lake homes have recovered the fastest, whereas higher priced homes are still feeling the pinch.

• New construction on the lake reigned pre-recession, particularly the premi-um priced kind. In 2007, about 13% of waterfront home sales on Lake Wy-lie were newly built. Only a few wa-terfront sales (four in 2014) have been new construction, and these homes have been much more moderately priced.

Waterfront lot sales struggled in 2014, but the good news is that the average sale price in-creased as buyers chose more “premium” lots. Location, view, topography, and building and dock restrictions play a big role in the price of a waterfront lot. In 2011 - 2012, many buyers were purchasing lesser quality lots.

Off the lake, lot sales are very strong. In addition to some increases reported on the MLS, land sales in areas such as The Coves on River Oaks and new development along the Allison Creek peninsula are very prom-ising. Tom Smith of May Green Properties reports that only limited inventory is still available in the River Oaks area, and addi-tional development is coming along the Pole Branch Road corridor. A new neighbor-hood, The Bluffs, will have all brick homes and be more moderately priced than The Coves on River Oaks.

Development has begun on the McLean neighborhoods, formerly the Daniel Stowe and John D. McLean family homesteads on the Belmont side of Lake Wylie. This 670-acre project includes marinas, parks, businesses and both waterfront and interior homes. Sales will begin in early summer and we look for-ward to the positive awareness this will bring

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to Lake Wylie as a whole.Overall, the real estate indicators are

positive. Waterfront foreclosures and short sales are now relatively rare. Average time on market has fallen to about 200 days for waterfront homes, and just over a year for lots. Older homes, particularly those that have had some renovations, are selling well, as many times they are in the most desirable areas on the lake.

Available inventory is tightest in the $450,000 - $700,000 price category of water-

New developments broke ground in 2014 in a num-ber of new neighborhoods.

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front homes. While buyers have more choices in higher price ranges, we find that each buyer has specific requirements, and many will wait until just the right property is introduced to the market. Regardless of the price range, it is a good time to think about buying or selling property in Lake Wylie.

Drew Choate, with “The Lake Wylie Man” team at Wilkinson and Associates ERA, specializes in waterfront and Lake Wy-lie area realty. For more information, visit TheLakeWylieMan.com. LW

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SpotlightNews of the Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce Spring 2015

Charles Wood - ChairmanKODIAK MINI STORAGE

Ed Stewart – Past ChairmanM.L. FORD & SONS

Susan Bromfield, PresidentLAKE WYLIE CHAMBER

OF COMMERCE

Donna Bordeaux BORDEAUX & BORDEAUX, CPAs, PA

Myron Boloyan, Esq.HASELDEN, OWEN, BOLOYAN & COR-

SON, LLC

Fred CaldwellFRED CALDWELL CHEVROLET

Allan GregoryK. A. WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Leonard JacksonLAKE WYLIE BUSINESS CENTRE

Don Long

Haven Presley T-BONES ON THE LAKE

Paige McCarterCLOVER COMMUNITY BANK

Jill MooreYMCA CAMP THUNDERBIRD

Doug McSpaddenMCSPADDEN CUSTOM HOMES

Brian RichQ-2-U BBQ AND CATERING

Michaelyn Sherrill PLANTATION HOME

REALTY

Marc SosneCLOVER

SCHOOL DISTRICT

P.O. Box 5233264 Latitude Lane, Suite 101

Lake Wylie, SC 29710803.831.2827 Fax: [email protected]

www.lakewyliesc.com

April 22, 2015River Hills Country Club

Celebrate spring with your guests at Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce’s Spring Appreciation Day Luncheon and Fash-

ion Show! This year’s event, sponsored by Bank of

York and Watson Insurance, will be held on Wednesday, April 22, from noon to 1:30 p.m., at River Hills Country Club. The luncheon features a fashion show of styles by Alta of Rock Hill modeled by local female and male residents and business people. There will be live music and lots of attractive door prizes.

The Spring Appreciation Day Luncheon is an ideal way for businesses to entertain or thank clients, customers, staff and/or vendors. A corporate table for eight is $325

and includes a table sign with the company’s name, priority seating at the luncheon and ac-knowledgement in pre- and post-event pub-licity. Individual table seats are also available, at $25 per person.

Since the luncheon is a very popular event

in the Lake Wylie community, guests are encouraged to reserve a spot without delay. To make reservations now or for more in-formation, call Susan Bromfield or Melanie McClure at the Chamber at 803-831-2827 or email [email protected].

Annual Spring Appreciation Luncheon and Fashion Show

Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce2015 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce

models from the 2014 Fashion

Show.


Spotlight | Faces and Places

Holiday GalaDecember 4, 2015

Held at River Hills Country ClubPhotos by Jan Todd

Charles Wood and Susan Bromfield greet members at the annual gala.

Melanie Wilson and Norma Wood at the gala.Haven Presley and Larry Presley of T-Bones on the Lake.

Rick Jiran of Duke Energy and Karen Fritz of Greater York Chamber of Commerce.

Tom Robinson and Sid Wood of the Classics.

Drew and Natalie Choate of the Lake Wylie Man Realty Team and Melanie Wilson of Allen Tate Realtors.


Gene and Lisa McCarthy at the gala.

Michaelyn and Ray Sherrill

Paige McCarter and Ronnie Wright

Tom Watson of Watson Insurance and Debbie Murphy at the gala. Charlene and Jim Stadnyck of Point of View Photography.

Matt Roden and the Carolinas Healthcare System Team, gold sponsors of the event.


Spotlight | Faces and Places

The live Nativity added to the festive evening.

Holiday Boat Parade andChristmas by the Lake

December 4, 2015Sponsored by McSpadden Custom Homes and T-Bones on the Lake

Photos by Jan Todd

A child receives a stuffed animal from Mrs. Claus, AKA Ch-asity Watson.

Boaters at the dock ready for the parade.

Chasity Watson, AKA Mrs Clause gave out stuffed animals to children at the event.

Children dance and sing carols on the shoreline.

An award-winning boat towing the rubber duckies.


Christmas vacation was the theme of the winning boat.

Rubber Ducky entry stands out in the parade.

Manger with live animals was added to the event.

The Christmas Village along the shore had warm-ing huts and fires hosted by area churches.

T-Bones on the Lake, host of the boat parade, sparkles this time of year.

Lights, creativity, and sparkle are added to the lake at the holiday boat parade.


Spotlight


Spring Appreciation

Day Luncheon

Sponsored byBank of York,

Lake Wylie Business Centre and Watson Insurance

Wednesday, April 22, 2015,

Noon to 1:30 p.m.River Hills

Country Club

FeaturingFashion show by Alta of Rock Hill with local male

and female models.

Door prizesLots of fun!

The Spring Appreciation Day Luncheon offers a great

opportunity for businesses to entertain or thank clients,

staff and/or vendors.

2015 SpringAppreciation Day Luncheon Sign Up

Please complete this form and return with check, made payable toLake Wylie Chamber of Commerce, on or before April 22, 2015

Individual Seating at $25 per Person___ I will attend. Please reserve ___ seat(s). Enclosed is my check for $ ________________

($25 per person)

Corporate Table of 8 at $325 per Table___ I would like a corporate table for eight (8) people. I understand that my table includes priority seating and a company sign. Enclosed is my check for $ _____________

($325 per table)

Door Prize___ My company would like to provide a door prize: _______________________________

Individual/Company Name ___________________________________________________

Daytime Phone ___________________________ Email ____________________________

Name(s) of Guest(s) _________________________________________________________

Send Reservation with Check to:Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 5233, Lake Wylie, SC 29710

For More Information Call 803-831-2827


Spotlight

This year’s Citizen of the Year is a local and consistent vol-unteer who never wants to be

in the spotlight when she gives of her time and talent. She has volunteered at the chamber visitor’s center weekly since its inception over 7 years ago. Her smiling face is the first thing visi-tors see when they enter the office and she takes special care to meet the in-dividual needs of each and every one.

She is a happy and dependable volunteer for more than 2 decades at the Chamber’s Splash Dash race where she decorates part of the course with flags and wears her red, white and blue while cheering the runners on. Each year she takes part in the Chamber’s Fashion Show by helping models and trouble shooting wherever needed.

Other volunteer work includes working weekly at Sweet Repeat, the local charity store in Lake Wy-lie, serving as a volunteer/greeter for the Republican Women’s annual

House Tour and helping to gather toiletries and personal items for dis-advantaged girls.

She is a breast cancer survivor and not only is active with the breast cancer survivor group, but on her own time, makes soft pillows de-signed so that ladies can place them under their arms after surgery and during their recovery when their arm strength is weakened .

She is married to Charles Wood and supports him in his many vol-unteer activities. She has two chil-dren, Melanie and Sid, that she has encouraged to become involved in the community and they both have become active participating volun-teers in Lake Wylie. She also is the proud grandmother of 4.

She is an ideal citizen and role model to others and it is with great pleasure that the Lake Wylie Cham-ber of Commerce presents the 2014 Lake Wylie Citizen of the Year award to Norma Wood.

2014 Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce Business Person of the Year

2014 Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year

Ed Stewart presents Norma Wood the Citizen of the Year award.

2014 Business Per-son of the Year Haven Presley of T-Bones on the Lake

This year’s Business Person of the Year moved to Lake Wy-lie over 20 years ago to open a

family owned business.During that time the business

became an iconic landmark known throughout the Carolinas. It has drawn hundreds of thousands of people into Lake Wylie helping to put this fast growing area on the map.

While building this successful business our recipient has em-braced the community with her enthusiasm, generosity and vol-unteer spirit.

She is one of the founders of the Foundation to support Lake Wylie Children’s Charity which is a 100% volunteer organization that assists local families who bat-tle childhood illness. The major Benefit Concert for this orga-nization is held each year at the restaurant she established.

For more than 20 years her vol-unteer work encompasses many

community events. Her involve-ment and generosity with Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce in-clude the Annual Golf Tournament and the famous Lake Wylie Boat Parade. She is an active member of the Chamber Board of Directors.

She also provides a major site for River Sweep which is import-ant to the natural beauty of Lake Wylie. She has hosted an after event “thank you luncheon” for all volunteers of River Sweep on many occasions.

Many of her good works are done behind the scenes where she helps people with little or no fan-fare. Her dedication to the com-munity has created more than a business, it has created a true fami-ly environment in Lake Wylie.

It is with great pleasure and admiration that the Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 2014 Business Person of the Year to Haven Presley.


Spotlight

Lake Wylie Holiday Boat Parade 2014 Winners

Welcome New

MembersOct. 23, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015

Akesis, LLC Keri Capicchioni

248 Latitude Lane Lake Wylie, SC 29710

803-831-7657

Carol Chavis Interior Designs, Inc.

Carol Chavis30 Sunrise Point Rd.

Lake Wylie, SC 29710 803-740-9658

[email protected]

Carolina Contracting and Investments, Inc.

Glenn Wise935 Thorn Ridge Lane Lake Wylie, SC 29710

[email protected]

carolinacontracting&investmentinc.com

Steelecreek Dermatology

Susan Burch13557 Steelecroft Parkway #2500

Charlotte, NC 28278704-587-3200

[email protected]

Renewing MembersOct. 20, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015

Businesses:10 Managed Services All State Insurance -David Vickers AgencyAltieri’s -Re/Max Realtors Bethel Commons Shopping CenterBright Eyes and Bushy TailsComporium D & D SanitationDrahola Technologies Inc.Flanagan’s Heating and Cooling Fred Caldwell Chevrolet Ingun Lake Wylie Marina Lake Wylie Travel Lifestyle Physical Therapy Lowe’s – Lake Wylie McSpadden Custom Homes

Portable Restroom TrailersRainbow International Revel Salon and Color StudioRiver Hills Community AssociationRiver Hills Country ClubSherwin - Williams Sterling Source Sifford and Stine Insurance AgencySunTrust Bank Tommy D’s Hot Dog CartTotalbond Veterinary Hospital Vitamins 4 Less White Tiger – Furniture and MattressesWylie Boat RentalsYMCA Camp Thunderbird Zaxby’s

Individuals:David CoxGloria HeinAndy KaneSandee Wilkerson

2nd Place Bubba & Tammy Whiteside

Rubber Ducky

3rd Place Chris Kropac

Frosty Snow Flakes

Most Festive Brad Thomas

Blinking Christmas Lights with music in sync

Most Creative Kent Zessin

Pirate Captain’s Christmas

Charlie Brown Christmas

Jeff GordonRiver Hilly Billy’s

1st Place Rob & Breanna

Kinkopf

“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”


Spotlight

• Fully and beautifully furnished rental offices• Professional Business Centre

• Includes high-speed wireless Internet• Includes all utilities except telephone

• Access to conference room• Includes reception area

• Flat-screen TV in conference room• Mail service

• Prime Lake Wylie business location• Ample parking

• Easy access• Convenient location

• Save fuel and work close to home• Includes hospitality area

Everything a small business needs at reasonable rates! Located at 264 Latitude Lane at Lake Wylie Business Centre.

Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce803.831.2827

Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce has business suites available for rent

Thank You to the Annual

Holiday Gala SponsorsPREMIER SPONSOR

T-Bones on the Lake

GOLD SPONSORSCarolinas Healthcare System

York County Natural Gas Authority

River Hills Country Club

SILVER SPONSORSClover Community Bank

Clover School District

Comfort Systems of York County

Fred Caldwell Chevrolet

Kodiak Mini Storage

Rinehart Realty

SC House Representative Ralph Norman

Award Sponsor Duke Energy


Spotlight

Save the Date!

Splash Dash, Lake Wylie Chamber of Com-merce’s 10K/5K race/walk, presented by Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce, takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2015. Registration is at 7 a.m. at Camp Thunderbird. The race and walk start at 8 a.m. and wind through River Hills, finishing at Camp Thunderbird. Advance reservations: $20 race, $10 walk. Visit www.lakewyliesc.com for more information and an online registration form.


Upcoming Activities

Business After HoursThursday, March 12, 2015

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Sponsored by

Clover Community Bank and Lake Wylie Liquors

Held atClover Community Bank, Lake Wylie

Spring Appreciation Luncheon and Fashion Show

Wednesday, April 22, 2015Noon to 1:30 p.m.

Sponsored byBank of York, Lake Wylie Business Centre

and Watson InsuranceHeld at

River Hills Country Club

Business After HoursThursday, April 23, 2015 5:30 to.7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by McSpadden Custom Homes, Bordeaux & Bordeaux, CPAs, Focus Physical Therapy & Fitness, Glaza Chiropractic, Lake Wylie

Professional Center, Lake Wylie Eye and Miller Orthodontics

Held atLake Wylie Professional Center

Nautical Drive, Lake Wylie

Business After HoursThursday, May 14, 2015

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Sponsored by and Held at

Kodiak Mini StorageHighway 49 at Bonum Road, Lake Wylie

Business After HoursThursday, May 28, 2015

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Sponsored by and Held at

Allen Tate Realtors 1000 Village Harbor Drive, Lake Wylie

Lake Wylie Splash Dash5K/10K Run and 5K Walk

Saturday, June 13, 2015 8 a.m.Held at

Camp Thunderbird and River Hills, Lake Wylie

Business After HoursThursday, June 18, 2015

5:30 to 8:00 p.m.Sponsored by

Long Cove MarinaHeld at

Long Cove Marina Rain Barrel Road, Charlotte

(off of Shopton Rd. and Pine Harbor Rd.)

Lake Wylie Community Fireworks

Saturday, July 4, 2015At dusk approximately 9:30 p.m.

Send contributions to: YMCA Camp Thunderbird

Fireworks FundOne Thunderbird Lane,Lake Wylie, SC 29710

lake wylie today, spring 2015

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