Come find out what the team from the Language and Life Project at NC State has learned so far from their interviews with your Chatham County friends and neighbors! In the summer of 2019, the Language and Life Project (LLP), in cooperation with the Chatham County Historical Association started conducting interviews to study and archive changing language and life in Chatham County. The project team has now completed more than 40 interviews with speakers ranging from to 16 to 100 years of age, and plan to complete more than 100 interviews over the next year. While the main goal of the NC State team is to study the changing language of life-long county residents, the project will also save the stories of those residents about life in Chatham County—providing a rich historical resource for the future. At the February 23rd program, the LLP team, under the direction of Walt Wolfram, will discuss the progress of the Chatham project so far, offer some samples, and discuss possible ways that the oral histories and other products in this cooperative effort might be shared. We are fortunate that the Language and Life Project chose Chatham for this intensive study. The 100+ interviews of Chatham residents of all ages and backgrounds will not only preserve Chatham’s unique language traditions but also will provide a window into the lives of long-time residents. The CCHA invites everyone to the program on Sunday, February 23 at 2:00pm in the Historic Chatham County Courthouse. We think you’ll be interested in this sneak-peek at the project’s progress. You might even decide to sign up to take part!

Take a magical trip to Norway as only Carolina Tiger Rescue can provide. The 2020 Black Tie & Tails Ball will provide a virtual tour of Norway and will showcase Norway’s stunning scenery: deep blue fjords, flowing waterfalls and sharp, snow-capped mountains that tower high above the water. Discover the land that the Viking kings called home. Saturday, February 29, 2020 7:00pm—11:00pm (sponsor reception at 6:30pm) Washington Duke Inn, 3001 Cameron Blvd., Durham Tickets: $200 (use code Earlybird for a $25 discount until January 31st)

Do you love beer? Find out how your favorite beer is made from the Brewers who make it! Every first Saturday of the month at 2:00 pm in Pittsboro. Call and reserve your spot today! *Closed toed shoes required and safety glasses will be provided

Mar. 7 India Cain & Keith Allen and a short set by DG Chandler & Mariah Wheeler India & Keith: 60s-style folk originals; blues & protest song originals http://www.indiacainmusic.com/

From the Presenter: Hilary Pollan - Community Partners Analyst for Chatham County Hilary talked about her responsibilities as Community Partners Analyst for Chatham County which is a new position: Manage Non-profit funding from county government and encourage capability building for non-profits Community Partnerships - defining what it means to be a partner with Chatham County government. - There will be a lunch every other month (started in March) for non-profit partners to meet and discuss county relationships. County government has been asked to help with the Chatham Connecting website. - Setting up coffee dates and e-introductions for members of the community that don't already know each other - Bringing triangle resources into the county Community Engagement - Partnerships in the past have included Arts, Culture, Animals and other focused organizations. Community engagement will seek to bring a sense of belonging in Chatham as a result of growing Chatham. Engagement seeks to celebrate our diverse culture by including all organizations and people - arts, culture, animal, Parks and Rec, social justice, faith based, etc. - She'll be developing a guide to help with how to organize community events. -There'll be some small grants to help with foster community and promoting community engagement. -She will assist with the Chatham 250th Anniversary Celebrations. Hilary can be reached at hilary.pollan@chathamnc.org or 919-545-8408 Wednesday March 11, 9 am Pittsboro Roadhouse (in the back)

The Facebook LIVE Sale is Back! New Horizons Downtown Sale times are 6:15-7:15 pm. Join me (Mary) and Liz as we offer some AMAZING deals on some of our best brands from both stores! We are also going to give a secret code for in-store shopping AND we are going to raffle off a free pair of shoes at the end of the live sale!

Tune in to the Carolina Tiger Rescue's Live stream on Facebook all week!

The PBA meeting should be Wednesday, April 8th Because the meeting is cancelled, please take a look at the following links: Chatham Chamber of Commerce Chatham Economic Development Corporation Chatham Convention and Visitors Bureau Wednesday April 8, 9 am Pittsboro Roadhouse (in the back)

This is an open invitation for our local community to gather on the earth-based seasonal holidays of the Wheel of the Year, alternating between our sister studios of Yoga Garden in Apex and Pittsboro. Our time together includes gentle yoga and movement, guided meditation, yoga nidra, and music. These rich, non-denominational, mystical teachings and practices help to foster growth and add depth and dimension to your own spirituality and empowerment, while honoring the seasons of mother earth as well as our own internal cycles. For information, please email us at info@yogagardennc.com or yogagardenpbo@gmail.com. Circles meet on Sundays, 5:30-6:30 pm, at the following Yoga Garden studios: IMBOLC - February 2, 2020 - Pittsboro OSTARA - March 22, 2020 - Apex BELTANE - April 26, 2020 - Pittsboro LITHA - June 14, 2020 - Apex LAMMAS - August 2, 2020 - Pittsboro MABON - September 13, 2020 - Apex SAMHAIN - October 18, 2020 - Pittsboro

Our Women Build events bring together women from all walks of life to build safe, decent, and affordable homes. Last year, we had 90 participants from all over the area. Benefits Participation is free. All volunteers will receive a Women Build 2020 t-shirt, lunch, and certificate. You'll also get to meet our partner families, grow your personal network, and learn more about affordable housing. Donations Donations are always appreciated. You can start a Facebook fundraiser here: facebook.com/fundraisers Or donate directly here: app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/ChathamHabitatforHumanity/donateonline.html Registration Join us for one day, two, or three! Volunteer registration will open in February 2020 and is first come, first served. We'll post updates here periodically.

Tracy Lynn & Dave Smith and John Makowski Folk Rock Originals; Hammered Dulcimer

Wednesday's speaker is Alyssa Byrd, Chatham County Economic Development Corporation. Wednesday May 13, via zoom Notes from the speaker: The May Meeting: From the Speaker-Alyssa Byrd The May PBA Membership Meeting was held over Zoom. We heard from Alyssa Byrd from Chatham County Economic Development Corporation about COVID-19 programs and the folks who were on Zoom. Programs: SBA EIDL (Economic Impact Disaster Loan): https://www.sba.gov/page/disaster-loan-applications Paycheck Protection Program (PPP): https://home.treasury.gov/policy-issues/cares/assistance-for-small-businesses NC Rapid Recovery Loan: https://ncrapidrecovery.org/ Chatham Loan Fund: being finalized. Call the EDC. Reopening Guidance We created a guide available at reopeninghelp.com. SURVEYS: Regional Skills Analysis Rebuilding our workforce and quickly adapting to our new “normal” is important. All of the businesses in Chatham can help us by completing the Regional Skills Analysis survey conducted by RTI in partnership with Wake County Economic Development. By taking the survey, you’ll be entered to win a gift card to help support a local small business. Complete the survey: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5443837/Chatham-County Triangle J Council of Governments How has your small business been impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic? Please take five minutes to share your experience with Triangle J Council of Governments. Your response will help us understand issues better, so our region can best assist and respond as we apply for new U.S. Economic Development Administration funding. Link to the survey: Small Business COVID-19 Impact Survey

Wednesday's speaker is: Wednesday June 10, 9 am Probably Zoom

Good evening y’all! Did you know that we carry Purina’s Exclusive branded pet food and they just updated it with gastric support ? Does your furry friend have stomach issues? We’d love for you to learn more from one of the PhDs from Exclusive Pet Food! Sign up with this link https://forms.gle/Ts4KKzxgSEyoBuMJ8 for a chance to win some free dog food! ?

Make an appointment to visit the Hewitt Pottery, Tu-Sat, 10-5.

Tune in on Facebook to learn about what's on sale at the New Horizon clearance event!

We are doing something new...again! We want all our customers to feel comfortable, so Sunday we are doing appointment shopping. This means that you can reserve time that the store is all yours! Shoppers and staff will wear masks and we will sanitize between customers. Comments, ideas and thoughts are welcome...let us know how YOU want to shop ?