Bluegrass at Greenfield
Occasionally, when rock bands turn their amps off, magic happens. That’s how Trampled by Turtles was born. Some pals from Minnesota — where else? — are a side project turned bluegrass sensation with a sound as unusual as their name. Don’t miss the chance to see them live on Monday, July 29, at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, 1941 Amphitheater Drive, Wilmington. Show starts at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $20/advance; $25/day of show. Info: www.greenfieldlakeamphitheater.com.
Peanuts and Crackerjacks
Who says baseball is a summer pastime? The Wilmington Sharks are home sweet home nine times this month. The fun happens at Buck Hardee Field at Legion Stadium. See website for schedule. Get your peanuts! Tickets: (910) 343-5621. Info: www.wilmingtonsharks.com.
All Things Considered
Think about it. Community-supported radio couldn’t exist without — you guessed it — community support. The WHQR 93.1fm Summer Pledge Drive will be held July 15–18. Call, go online or drop by WHQR, 254 North Front Street, Third Floor, Wilmington. Info: (910) 343-1640 or www.whqr.org.
Big Bang Theory
Gather ’round, folks! The Battleship Blast is a spectacle to behold! Annual fireworks display lights up the night sky — and USS North Carolina — at this don’t-miss-it Fourth of July celebration. Color show kicks off at 9:05 p.m. Come early. The view from Riverfront is stellar. Historic Downtown Wilmington. Info: www.battleshipnc.com.
The Ar t & Soul of Wilmington
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