Open the Winter 2010 edition of Tech Quarterly, published by Forsyth Technical Community College and you will find Jane Morgan Smith featured in the Alumni spotlight. Who knew retirement would bring a world of truffles and StokesCORE?

Thanks to Dale Swanson for making this wonderful video.

StokesCORE is in the news again! The Winston-Salem Journal this time.

The Stokes County purple sweet potato is high in calcium and antioxidants! Available at Whole Foods and Priddy’s General Store in Danbury, NC.

Below are documents related to the November 7th Sweet Potato Cook-off for 2009 which StokesCORE sponsors annually. This year we are partnering with 4-H to celebrate their Centennial with them. Previous distributions of this information may have shown a $5.00 entry fee for the dishes entered in the cook-off. That fee is being waived. If you know anyone who may be interested in this cook-off opportunity which does include prize money, please feel free to forward this email to them.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this email with your friends and family.

Come out and support StokesCORE and 4-H in what promises to be a fun and food filled day in Pinnacle!

• Sweet Potato Guidelines (.pdf)
• Sweet Potato Guidelines (.doc)
• Walk A Thon Flyer (.pdf)
• Walk A Thon Flyer (.doc)
• Walk A Thon Registration Form (.pdf)
• Walk A Thon Registration Form (.doc)
• Centennial Flyer (.pdf)
• Centennial Flyer (.doc)

Thanks for your support,

Jane Morgan Smith

The Stokes News wrote a great article about StokeCORE’s most recent projects!!!

Sertoma 4-H Center on Moore’s Springs Rd. is the latest addition to Forsyth Tech’s Stokes County locations for Continuing Education Classes Call 593-2482 for Information

Financial A$$i$tance MAY be available for Electrician Helper, Intro to Masonry, Landscape, Welding, Computer and Keyboarding Classes. Call 336-593-2482 for information to see if you qualify. This assistance made possible through the Northwest Piedmont Council of Governments and WorkForce Development.

Classes available include:

• Electrician Helper
• Intro to Masonry
• Landscape Technician
• ARD Welding Basic
• MIG Welding
• Computer Basics
• Intro. to Keyboarding
• Painting: Mixed Media
• Photography: Nature

Download the Flyer for course numbers and more information. Forsyth Technical Community College classes being held at Sertoma 4-H Center thanks to a partnership between Forsyth Tech., Workforce Development, StokesCORE and Sertoma 4-H Educational Center.

NC Weekend aired an episode featuring Priddy’s General Store. You can view the broadcast online: http://flash.unctv.org/ncweekend/7302009_priddys_general.html

Dear Creative Colleagues:

I am pleased to share a unique professional development program for the Design, Business and Creative Community, TRIAD DESIGN LEADERSHOP.  As a result of our two plus years with the Wired grant and listening to the needs of the design community, this program of Keynotes and Workshops has been developed in conjunction with regional design leaders. You have asked for exposure to nationally recognized design thought leaders and we have procured a stellar lineup. These innovators will inspire, add value to your creative work, make you better able to deliver to your clients, and grow your business.

We are seeking 30 participants to enroll in this series of workshops which begins on September 9th .  We are partnering with NC A&T who is handling the registration.  You can also click www.TriadDesignLeadershop.com <http://www.triaddesignleadershop.com/> for complete information. Please share this with your distribution lists and anyone you think might be interested.  Sign up today!

StokesCORE is a non-profit community organization based in Stokes County, North Carolina developed by dedicated volunteers, partner organizations, and a small professional staff. During its first 3 years it has provided financial and technical support to a variety of community enterprises. Originally conceived to become a community foundation, StokesCORE is currently emphasizing development of the underlying social infrastructure of is region on its path to becoming a sustainable community resource.

From 2003 until early 2007 StokesCORE was fostered by participation in Phase I & II of The Duke Endowment’s Program for Rural Carolinas. An effective management team of versatile, experienced staff members and advisors has been assembled to accomplish its mission under direction of a committed Executive Board that reflects the breadth of knowledge and interests in Stokes County. Strategic alliances with partner organizations bolster the emerging heritage tourism economy of this historic, rural region.

Watch the video about Stokes County’s own purple sweet potato!