VANESSA INFANZON
Professional Writer
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Western North Carolina is a haven for glassblowingThe North Carolina Glass Center was founded as a nonprofit in 2015 by Rick Eckerd (whose father founded the former Eckerd pharmacy chain) and Tom Oreck (of Oreck Corporation, the manufacturer of vacuum cleaners and air purifiers). Both still serve on the organization’s board of directors. The center is in the process of opening a second location, a 5,500-square-foot studio in Black Mountain. Eventually, the new center will house a hot shop, flame shop, kiln room for glass casting and cold shop for finishing work.
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A Retired Sailors Documentary Helped Change Young Filmmakers’ LivesStephanie Walter and John Williams in 2002 founded Reel Works, a nonprofit organization to create filmmaking opportunities for young people in New York City. Its mission: "Reel Works mentors, inspires and empowers underserved NYC youth to share their stories through filmmaking, creating a springboard to successful careers in media and beyond."
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Farm to Holiday TableOn pastures in the Foothills, a young couple and their tiny helpers tend cattle at Colfax Creek Farm. Come Christmastime, their steaks and short ribs, rib eyes and roasts anchor many seasonal spreads. Photo Tim Robison
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