Posts Tagged ‘Route 64 Journal’
Two Mega Developments in Chatham Country
Pittsboro, NC – Two developments on opposite ends of Chatham would change the landscape and the economic character of the county. What do you think about it? Chatham/Randolph Megasite On the west side of the county, just past Siler City, is the Chatham/Randolph Megasite. It’s a huge tract of land suitable for automobile manufacturing. Yes, autos. Right here…
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Cape Fear River Adventures
Lillington, NC – Just a short drive from Pittsboro and Chatham County is Cape Fear River Adventures in Lillington. It’s well-worth the visit. Cape Fear River Adventures The Cape Fear is one of the mighty rivers of North Carolina. It forms below Jordan Lake from the confluence of the Haw River and Deep River, flowing to the…
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Bynum Auction – Saturday, June 15
Pittsboro, NC – I’ve written about Bynum in the past. It’s a wonderful little town-that-was under the 15-501 bridge in Chatham County. This Saturday, June 15, 2013 is their annual auction and you should come on down. Something For Everyone The auction is from 10 AM to 1 PM. There will be some great crafts, services,…
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Lavender Harvest Celebration at Bluebird Farm
All photos from Bluebird Hill Farm. Pittsboro, NC – Doesn’t this sound cool: helping to harvest the lavender at Bluebird Hill Farm right here in Chatham County, NC. Bluebird Hill Farm Bluebird Hill is a small farm where Norma Burns specializes in growing herbs, specialty vegetables, cut flowers, native plants, value-added farm crafts and food products. In July,…
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2013 Guide to Renting a Boat on Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – I love the great outdoors and, over the last few years, I’ve written all about Jordan Lake – Fall Hiking, Spring Camping, a Dog’s Guide to Jordan Lake and more. But the most popular post has been about renting a boat. Just in time for summer, freshly-updated, is my 2013 Guide to…
Read MoreNC Hops & Roots Fest – May 25, 2013
One of my favorite Chatham County events is coming up on May 25, 2013 – the NC Hops & Roots Festival.
Read MoreChatham Wellness Festival May 18
The 2nd Annual Chatham County Wellness Festival is coming on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Food, exercise, sustainable agriculture, alternative medicine and more.
Read MoreMotors for Music Car Show in Pittsboro
The Motors for Music Car Show is an annual event that helps raise money for Pittsboro’s Northwood High School band program. It takes place on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 10 AM – 3 PM.
Read MoreCarolina Sailing Foundation Camp
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about a Kayak and Canoe Camp on the Haw River. In this post, I’ll tell you about Carolina Sailing Foundation summer camps on Jordan Lake and Lake Wheeler.
Read MoreBoulder Park Coming to Briar Chapel
My family loves outdoor living and a natural lifestyle. That’s what makes Briar Chapel on of my favorite Triangle Communities. Now, a new park is set to open, one of 21 planned for this ingenious and ambitious community.
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