We Need to Feel Something
We want to be modern but we may be Team Boomer on this one — QR Codes for menus ain't it. Even an online newsletter wants to put its phone away and get its digital hands on something that doesn't require a thumb scroll. Our phone is always at 2%, and we need that to make sure it gets to eat first.
FORWARD TO SOMEONE WHO ENJOYS BEING LEFT BEHIND BY TECHNOLOGY
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Here's Your Donut Content
While we wait on the owners of Granny's Donuts to decide the fate of the business, we're filling up on all the food groups wrapped up in one donut burger from It's Allgood Food Truck.
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Yes, you're looking at a beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion between two whole donuts. You might think all those fixins have to be just for the 'gram, but they get along way better than your divorced co-workers. Can't bring yourself to order it all the way? Try it with just bacon and cheese.
Truck owners Sherri and David Allgood had wanted to open a food truck for years, but it wasn't until Sherri took on a flexible position at a local nonprofit that they were able to hit the gas on their idea. Her favorite menu item is the Philly Steak Sub — but the donut burger is what stops traffic.
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Find the truck parked at Blendz Barbershop, 1020 West Pennsylvania Ave. in Southern Pines, every Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., or at events from here to Winston-Salem and Greensboro.
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Pass Us The Aux
Need to expand your playlist? Moore County native Rachel Florine Gross, who performs under her middle name, released her first single "Great Expectations" across multiple streaming platforms on July 14.
Rachel grew up on stage and began singing last summer in local spots like The Village Wine Shop, diVine Lounge and Brixx Woodfired Pizza. Did we mention she's only 21? “Growing up in a small town has definitely had an influence on my music,” she says.
STREAM MORE FROM ARTISTS WITH TIES TO THE PINES:
- The Violet Exploit, a Southern Pines-based alt-rock band, has released two songs on Spotify. Listen here.
- Autumn Nicholas, a singer/songwriter who has performed all over the country, got a local start. Hear her singles and EP here.
- Momma Molasses, a Carthage native and country artist with upcoming performances in Elkin and Bristol, has an album, EP, and two singles up. Turn up for a slow drawl.
- Annelle Staal, a Pinecrest grad and Nashville resident who shot a music video at the Sunrise Theater in 2020, released a new single in June. Here it is.
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Practice Your Parade Wave
Tuesday, Aug. 2, 6 p.m.: Make way to Pinehurst for the U.S. Kids Golf World Championship's Parade of Nations. More than 2,000 of the world's top kid and teen golfers will be in town from more than 50 countries for the 17th straight year. Leave even more time for The Traffic Circle this week.
MORE THINGS FOR THE KIDS:
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SPONSORED BY YOUR PET CARE CONNECTION
Pawty With a Team That's So Fetch
Saturday, Aug. 6, 4-6:30 p.m.: Come, sit and stay at Your Pet Care Connection's 5th Birthday Bash at Red's Corner, where you can help the crew of walkers and sitters mark five years of hanging out with your doggos, fat cats, chickens, bearded dragons and all things pet. Celebrate alongside pet-friendly businesses and organizations like Caring Hearts for Canines, Pet Supermarket and more. Take a paws to sniff out their services and then get ready to raise the ruff.
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SPONSORED BY TARHEEL FESTIVALS
Just Wing It
Friday, Sept. 2, 6-8:30 p.m.: Like your eyeliner, your life and your chicken, some things are better when you wing it. Spice up your Friday night menu with a side of humor at the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival's Wings & Zings, presented by Cooper Ford and Mountaire Farms. Your $20 ticket includes five wings and 90 minutes of stand-up performances from Raleigh comedians Andy Forrester, Matt White and Mark Brady. It all goes down next to Pinehurst Brewing Co. Get dinner and a show.
Sure Plays a Mean Pinball
Tuesday, Aug. 2, 6-9 p.m.: Join Locals Only and Hatchet Brewing Co. for the first Knockout Pinball Tournament. Must be registered by 6:59 to compete. The tournament is free but you will need some cash for coin drop. Winner will receive a $30 Hatchet gift card. Be a pinball wizard.
MORE HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK:
- Tuesday, Aug. 2, 9:30 a.m.: Connect with other military families in the area at Java Bean Plantation and Roasting Co. Make new friends.
- Tuesday, Aug. 2, 10 a.m.to noon: Bring your unfinished project to a free open studio at ARTworks Vass, where you'll find motivation in the company of other procrastinating artists. Brush up.
- Wednesday, Aug. 3, 6-9 p.m.: Pop into Dave's Place for Creative Night which includes an open mic and paint pouring. Bring your talent and get behind the mic. Or for $20 you can pour your own painting. Show us what you can do.
- Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m.: Get musically versed with SoPines Sessions at the Jefferson Inn. Enjoy live music while hosts Mary Stone and Tim Stelmat interview local artists. Mic check.
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Get in on the Ground Floor
ICYMI, Southern Pines is growing — but you can help steer the direction of growth moving forward. “We need folks to participate in creating our new long-range plan so that it’s a reflection of who we are now and what we want to be in the future," said BJ Grieve, Southern Pines’ planning director. Read more about the Community Advisory Committee and how to volunteer.
SPONSORED BY THREE RIVERS LAND TRUST
I'm on a Boat aaand, it's Going Fast
Aand, I just won a raffle for conservationnn. Get your swim trunks and your flippy floppies because Three Rivers Land Trust could make you into the friend with a boat. Tickets for this fundraising raffle are just $100, and prizes include a new boat, a grill, a custom humidor, an REI camping package, a paddle board and more. Even if you don't win, it's money well spent — funds go toward land conservation efforts in the Sandhills. Get your towels ready, it's about to go down.
MORE WAYS TO GIVE (AND GET):
- Now through Friday, Aug. 19: Donate school supplies to a drive hosted by FirstHealth Fitness and get a chance to win a massage or a personal training session. All non-members will receive one free day pass. Try your luck.
- Aug. 20-21: Drop supplies off at the 16th annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive by the C.A.R.E. Group, Inc. at Staples — or donate online now.
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Until Thursday, Pals
Your homework: Tell us your stance on the QR code menu.
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