An Upgraded Version of Preservation Rocky Mount Is Now Available

“To retain the architectural heritage, neighborhood character, and historic landscapes of the Rocky Mount, North Carolina area through collaboration, education, advocacy, and restoration.”— Preservation Rocky Mount Mission I am standing at your door like the long ago encyclopedia salesman. I want to sell you the upgraded version of the organization - Preservation Rocky Mount. Even … Continue reading An Upgraded Version of Preservation Rocky Mount Is Now Available →

Main Street – The Man on the Bicycle

Almost a year ago, while I was walking and taking photographs on Main Street, I had a chance meeting with an energetic young man named, Zack Poll. Click Here: for a previous blog post about Zack. Zack was standing with friends in front of his South Main building that he is renovating. Once a drug … Continue reading Main Street – The Man on the Bicycle →

The ‘Country Fair” Carousel of Rocky Mount Holds Childhood Memories- Old and New

I have always been a Merry-go-round child. I remember how important it was to pick the right horse and the whirling sound of carousel music. Do you remember watching for your parents standing in the crowd as round and round you'd go? Let's be Merry-go-round children again while I remind you of some research information. Start … Continue reading The ‘Country Fair” Carousel of Rocky Mount Holds Childhood Memories- Old and New →

It’s a Lovely Day Today – A Morning With SFH on Main Street

A June 4th morning - I have taken myself off to NABS (Never A Better Sandwich) for a fresh baked Cinnamon bun, and dare I admit, sweet (tea). I am sitting outside listening to soft jazz, the most divine breeze stirring the leaves on the trees and the American flags flapping gently on the lamp posts. … Continue reading It’s a Lovely Day Today – A Morning With SFH on Main Street →

Rocky Mount Farmers Market – A Great Destination – Sharing A Sweet Potato Recipe With You – Enjoy!

Market Location 1006 Peachtree St. Rocky Mount, NC Honey Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes 2 tablespoons honey - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 teaspoon cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, … Continue reading Rocky Mount Farmers Market – A Great Destination – Sharing A Sweet Potato Recipe With You – Enjoy! →

Christmas on Main Street With Stepheny

This time of year Frank Sinatra's version of I'll be Home for Christmas usually makes me homesick for the little girl I once was, and for my parents, and Christmas memories. The Marshall Field's Christmas windows in downtown Chicago were apart of those times. Because I have been doing a lot of thinking, researching, and talking to … Continue reading Christmas on Main Street With Stepheny →