How to Have a Roarin’ Good Time

Remember when you were in elementary school and you learned about the animals in the jungle? Were any of you fascinated by the large cats, such as tigers, cheetahs or lions? These kings of the jungle or savannah have rightly earned their titles; their powerful jaws and sharp claws are awe-inspiring. If you enjoyed looking at…

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Bluegrass, Beer and Baguettes

I love living in Chatham County because there are so many fun events that take place! Take, for example, an upcoming “Bluegrass and Blues” music festival in Chapel Hill. If live music, local beer and food trucks sounds like a good combination, this event is for you. The Hey Brothers, a bluegrass band from Raleigh, will…

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Summer Weekend Fun: Deep River Sporting Clays

Last month, I had the pleasure of taking a concealed weapons class at Deep River Sporting Clays in Sanford, N.C. If you’re looking for a unique way to enjoy a Chatham County weekend this summer, I highly recommend it. What I Learned: The training lasted all day, and I learned all sorts of valuable knowledge related to…

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Chatham County

Chatham County is a great place to live for many obvious reasons – low cost of living, close access to the Triangle, plenty to do. Still, here are 10 great things about Chatham that may be a little less obvious. 1. Historic Names Are Everywhere The county is rich with historic names. “Chatham” comes from the Earl…

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June in Chatham County

Enjoy the North Carolina weather this month in Chatham County! There are several upcoming events in or near the county that showcase all the Piedmont has to offer. June is a wonderful time of year for North Carolina – school is out, and you have time to do things as a family. It’s warm enough to…

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Summer Fun at Jordan Lake

Even though it’s not technically summer yet, it sure feels like it! Cool off at Jordan Lake with a series of summer activities, from eagle watching to swimming. With more than 180 miles of shoreline, Jordan Lake is a prominent feature in Chatham County, sitting right between Pittsboro and Raleigh. It’s primarily fed by the Haw…

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Live Music at the Pittsboro Roadhouse

Pittsboro, NC — Since Chef Greg Lewis reopened the Pittsboro General Store and Roadhouse, he’s put a big emphasis on live music. Here’s a rundown of what’s happening at the Roadhouse plus some good advice for musicians. Live Music at the Pittsboro General Store and Roadhouse The General Store has a legacy of live music in downtown…

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Land And Paddle Trails on the Haw River Banner

Land & Paddle Trails on the Haw River

Pittsboro, NC – Labor Day weekend is a good time to start thinking about Autumn. This Fall, I think I’d like to explore more of the Haw River, upstream from Chatham County. All About the Haw River Most of us in Pittsboro and Eastern Chatham County know the Haw River where it flows through Bynum and down…

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Two Fall Trips on Jordan Lake

Pittsboro, NC – Hard to believe summer is over, but it’s time to start thinking about Fall Excursions with Chatham Conservation Partnership (CCP). Exploring Nature in Chatham County CCP has two programs on the calendar for Fall 2013 – a Weaver Creek Paddle and a a Fall Foliage Boat Tour on Jordan Lake. Weaver Creek Canoe Paddle The Weaver…

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