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Wilmington’s largest car show revs up downtown Friday through Sunday For three straight days, Wilmington’s waterfront parking will not host a single Toyota Prius, Nissan Leaf or Chevy Volt. No, these newfangled electric cars will just have to stick to the parking deck—these streets are reserved for hot rods, roadsters and muscle cars only! The largest car show in town, Rims on the River, roars in on Friday, April 20th and lasts through Sunday, April 22nd. A whole host of parties follows, too, from dueling pianos at Hell’s Kitchen on Friday to Fred Flynn at Reel Café on Sunday evening. As well, the crazy cats of Southern Culture on the Skids will headline a free outdoor concert on Saturday night (check out page 21 for an interview with the lead singer and more details on the concert). Inside this issue is a map and full schedule of all the fun to be had at this weekend’s most happenin’

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HISTORICAL FICTION CONTEST The 22nd annual Historical Short Fiction Contest, sponsored by the Historical Society of the Lower Cape Fear and encore, is now open. Writers are encouraged to submit works of fiction based upon the rich historical lore of the Cape Fear Region.

Stories must be based on historical events or regional lore, and reflect the character, culture and history of the Cape Fear area (Pender, Brunswick and New Hanover counties). Any NC writer is eligible to submit one original, unpublished story, limited to 10 double-spaced pages. Entries will be judged based on literary merit, historical accuracy and suitability for a general audience. The top entry will win $100 in cash, and second and third place will win $50 each. Top entries will also be published in encore.

Entrants should submit three copies of the manuscript. The author’s name should not appear anywhere on the manuscript; a separate cover page should give author’s name, address, phone number and the title of the work. Manuscripts will not be returned. The deadline is April 30th, 2012. The winners will be announced at the Annual Meeting of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society on May 20th, 2012.

An entry fee of $20 is required. Make checks payable to the LCFHS. Mail entries, marked Short Fiction Contest, to the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society, 126 S. Third St., Wilmington, NC 28401. If you have questions, call 910-762-0492.

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6 views: Mark Basquill tells us all how to be good animals.

7 news: Brooke Kavit speaks with Zachary Keith of Oceana NC. The nonprofit will host a mock oil spill and wind farm downtown this week.

9 news of the weird: Chuck Shepherd shares the latest odd stories.

artsy smartsy ........... 10-25 10-12 theatre: Shea Carver catches up with Paul Castagno, director of UNCW’s ‘Margo Veil’; Gwenyfar Rohler finds lots of laughs in Big Dawg’s latest Neil Simon production, ‘God’s Favorite.’

14 art: Alex Pompliano offers a peek at UNCW’s Creative Writing MFA visual art show.

15 gallery listings: Check out what’s hanging in area art galleries.

17-19 film: Anghus finds ‘American Reunion’ nothing more than a whiny foray into cinema; Kaitlin Willow has the scoop on the femalefocused film festival, LunaFest.

15 music: Southern Culture on the Skids, known for its raucous, surf-style rockabilly, headlines Rims on the River’s free concert on Saturday night.

22-25 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing in venues from Wilmington to Jacksonville.

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longer I stumble through it, the more surprised I am by it. To be honest, my world view feels very schizophrenic at times: living in a small business and writing the Live Local column while sharing my life with a man whose head is halfway around the world in small villages. Like many informed and aware people, we follow politics and world developments, but the big topic in our household for the last week has been the change of power in Malawi (a country in sub-Saharan Africa made famous by Madonna‘s adoption activities there), which for us has seriously overshadowed Rick Santorum dropping out of the presidential primary.

One of my favorite tidbits in the news was when the United Nations proclaimed 2012 the International Year of Cooperatives. Many of us are familiar with things like “National Pie Day,” which are created by congressional resolution. But international bureaucrats recognizing a year-long celebration of an idea? That’s a pretty tall order. In the Untied States cooperatives are recognized as legal entities, despite the fact that throughout much of the world they form loosely and frequently by default.

The now famous women’s marketing cooperative in the village of Worni, Mali—which inspired my significant other Jock, [founder of The Full Belly Project,] to invent the peanut sheller—was formed entirely through necessity. There are simply not enough hours in the day for women in the village to farm, harvest, process, and deliver to market their product while caring for children, the elderly, sick and housekeeping. They must pool resources in order for the village to survive. Jock describes them as “the most pure form of communism I have ever seen.”

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not just the village level. Why would the UN consider the co-op to be important enough to devote an entire year to recognizing its contributions? Human Rights Day is only one day. Co-ops include electrical providers to rural areas, banking co-ops, housing cooperatives and most visibly in the U.S., retail cooperatives. What role do they play in the world’s economy?

According to the UN, more than 100 million jobs around the world are with co-ops—that is 20 percent more than those provided by multinational enterprises. In the U.S. more than 2 millions jobs are with co-ops. According to the National Cooperative Business Association, “30,000 cooperatives that operate 73,000 places of business throughout the U.S. own more than 3 trillion dollars in assets, and generate over 500 billion dollars in revenue and 25 billion dollars in wages.”

Wow. I personally have joined several co-ops in my lifetime. I belonged to a wholesale co-op to make bulk purchasing for small business affordable.

Many of us shop at Ace Hardware, which allows the member stores to purchase items at a competitive wholesale price. Of course, my favorite grocery store that we are “owner members” of is Tidal Creek Cooperative. I love getting our patronage refund checks; I love supporting a local, community-owned business structure; and I love a locally focused buying agenda.

My parents have been members of State Employees Credit Union for over 30 years. It is just one example of a cooperative financial institution in our area. As I start to look around, I am amazed at the number of points where co-ops touch my life.

In the developing world, co-ops are major players. In Honduras the UN reports that one out of every three people belong to a co-op. In Kenya that

number is one out of every five. My assumption is that these stats refer to established, identified co-ops rather than the village-level collective that was described earlier, so those numbers could be higher.

What is the appeal of cooperative membership that it is so pervasive in the human experience?

The seven principles of cooperative guidance that the International Cooperative Alliance cites are: voluntary and open membership; democratic member control; member economic participation; autonomy and independence; education, training and information; cooperation; concern for community.

In a world that can feel very dangerous and limiting, I think the option of voluntary participation, with a vote, is very appealing to many people. I am not overly vocal about the decisions made at Tidal Creek, but I have the option to be. My voice can genuinely be heard instead of lost in the pipeline of customer service, which is nice to know.

Economic participation is also appealing because a member is personally invested and reaps rewards based upon their own participation. That is the ultimate goal of civilization: to peacefully coexist and flourish, not to drive out others.

“Autonomy and independence” might sound surprising to some, but if you are concerned about government control or manipulation from a cartel, which is not an unreasonable concern in many parts of the world, the preservation of the autonomy of the organization is essential.

I like the cooperation and concern for community principals a lot, of course. Celebrate the year of the cooperative and invest your money with your community—it’s making a big difference worldwide— with a lot more care and concern than the multinational corporations can offer us all.

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Stage production of “Next to Normal” a couple weeks ago—nothing abnormal about that. Chiaki is the music director for City Stage—but an artist, musician and attorney carrying a tote bag with “26.2” proudly displayed on it? The New York Marathon? That seemed unusual.

There’s really nothing abnormal about Chiaki’s athleticism. Everyone with a body is an athlete—an animal designed to move.

Stay still long enough, you start to smell bad and they bury you.

Maybe what’s unusual is that Chiaki doesn’t look like an athlete. Mostly because Chiaki’s a she, and a few years past highschool soccer. Sure, it’s 2012 and we’re advanced when it comes to gender equality.

(That’s probably why it only took two votes for our County Commissioners to figure out a woman’s body is her own.) And it’s been 40 years since an act of Congress (Title IX) brought funding parity to women’s athletics—at least on a federal level. (Perhaps this explains why so many misogynists are antifederal government.)

Even in these enlightened times, unless a woman is very young, dunks like Mariah Chandler, or looks like Lindsey Vonn, does our culture truly support the woman athlete?

Brandi Chastain is revered not because she is the ironwoman of US women’s soccer but because she stripped to her sports bra after the World Cup. Well, at least professional women athletes are paid on par with men, right?

My mother grew up before Title IX, when even participating in sports was discouraged as unladylike and unhealthy for women. Her brother has a plaque in the Hall of Fame— one of the NBA’s 50 greatest, Paul Arizin.

Google him. He invented the jump shot and that neat little rockin’ move on the wing that Laney’s very own Michael Jordan perfected.

MJ was slightly more athletic, but Unk would have schooled him on how to actually shoot the rock. You won’t find this on Google, but Unk once told me that if they had the threepoint shot when he played, he would have averaged 35 a game and never found a good reason to pass inside to Wilt. No lack of athletic skill or confidence there.

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Moss school of sports and fitness. Even though Mom was a great swimmer (and one reason both my brothers were outstanding collegiate swimmers), instead of sports she smoked cigarettes, popped pills and stayed skeleton thin to look good.

Well, sort of good. Skinny super-model good—not lean dancer fit. Is that healthy?

I’m aware of our obesity epidemic, but can someone please give Kate a milkshake?

Even worse, Mom learned that when stress fragments the soul, a smoke, drink, pill or Happy Meal can pull it altogether. She didn’t learn that exercising the body exorcises some of our daily demons. Exercise reduces health risks, improves attention, concentration and mood. Today’s research may be swallowed by pill-makers’ “next big cure,” but man or woman, exercise is as effective as medication at relieving many depressions. Still, when I suggest Mom break off her affair with her pharmacologist and walk, dance or learn yoga, she says, “I’m 75!

That’s just not normal!”

But normal isn’t necessarily healthy. City Stage’s “Next to Normal” was about a family desperate to be normal. And they definitely were not healthy.

It may be healthier to live Emerson’s injunction to “First, be a good animal.”

Artists all around acted with the same notion. Plato wrestled. Thoreau and Whitman walked. Chiaki does triathlons. Even StarNews’ writer and critic John Staton plays basketball. OK, his shot selection is questionable, defense soft when present, and his dialogue aptly described as “trash talk”—but he’ll get no critique from me.

I appreciate the role of the critic, but too often it’s an out-of-control internalized critic that keeps many of us from taking our best shots, or even from getting off the couch.

What if we stopped trying to be normal and agreed to be what we are: animals and artists. It might be more fun to “be a good animal” while mastering the work of art that is our lives.

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years since images from the Deepwater Horizon oil disaster first aired on our television sets and ingrained our memories. The environmental and economic devastation caused by the largest spill in United States history was simply astonishing. Eleven workers lost their lives and over 205 million gallons of oil were dumped into the Gulf of Mexico; that’s enough to heat over 13,000 houses for an entire year.

Oceana, the world’s largest international ocean conservation group, wants to make sure everyone in the port city remembers the catastrophe. After all, two years later, oil can still be spotted on the sea floor. They also want to ensure a spill as devastating as Deepwater Horizon could never happen off the NC coast, by encouraging the use of clean offshore wind energy.

“Offshore wind doesn’t exist anywhere in the United States, but it’s been done in Western Europe since 1991,” Zachary Keith, a local organizer with Oceana’s Climate and Energy Campaign, says.

Keith emphasizes that offshore wind can eliminate millions of tons of fossil-fuel pollution. “It’s proven technology that’s provided environmental benefits in terms of reduction of greenhouse gases—and there’s no risk of oil spills.”

The group will be staging a mock oil spill and wind farm simultaneously downtown on Friday, April 20th at Riverfront Park.

They plan to use 200 mini fans to spread awareness and promote offshore wind in place of offshore drilling. “In the spring of 2010 there were some proposed lease agreements off the east coast for drilling; thankfully that window has closed for a little bit and we have a temporary reprieve,” Keith states. He and his Oceana colleagues want to show North Carolinians safer forms of energy.

The state is also perfectly poised to see some serious economic gains if offshore wind becomes a reality. “North Carolina has some of the best potential for offshore wind on the east coast,” Keith explains. In fact, an Oceana report shows North Carolina, Delaware and Massachusetts could each generate enough electricity to meet their current energy needs, totally eliminating the need to use fossil fuels in their electric production. Altogether, the Atlantic Coast region has the potential to heat every home in America.

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Fr ismic testing Rally against se • 6 p.m. ilton Riverside Thurs., 4/26 • H g www.oceana.or struggling economy. Estimates suggest that between 133,000 and 212,000 jobs will be created annually. Many of those new positions could be in NC. So, if offshore wind energy makes environmental and economic sense, why has progress toward it been so slow? Obviously big oil companies don’t want to lose any potential profit, and Keith believes that many others just need more information. He also admits offshore wind energy is more expensive to put in place initially.

“We’re trying to get people to be more forward-thinking, which is sometimes a difficult sell because people are so focused on what’s happening right now,” Keith says.

“You can’t get around that initial cost, but fossil-fuel prices go up whereas once clean energy is created, your resource is free.”

Local Oceana members have made a point to discuss offshore drilling with as many folks as they can. They’ve met with the Wilmington City Council, the New Hanover County Commissioners, as well as Wrightsville, Carolina and Brunswick beach officials.

Keith reports they’ve had fairly positive reactions. They’ve also stepped up their presence on UNCW’s campus. Many students have taken part in their photo campaign.

“I participated because the people promoting it on campus were personable, and I believe in what Oceana stands for,” Amanda Powell, a senior business major, shares.

Like other students, Powell posed with a mini-fan and sign which stated “Ban Offshore Drilling! Bring Onshore Wind!” All the photographs are posted to the Oceana North Carolina Facebook page.

Getting more people involved in this movement is especially pressing to Keith and other environmental activists because the Interior Department, the federal agency that oversees offshore drilling permits, is holding a hearing in Wilmington at the Hilton

ENERGY PHOTO-OP: Through Oceana NC’s promotions of offshore wind, students at UNCW, such as Elizabeth Woodruff (above), participated in a campaign to raise awareness on options outside of offshore drilling. Courtesy photo

Riverside Hotel on April 26th. The department wants to pursue seismic exploration in our region; basically that means they use air guns and dynamite in the water to search for oil and gas deposits. Keith fears this would be the first step toward offshore drilling in our area.

He also worries that it could have an impact on our local marine life. “ABC News recently did a report on the Gulf where they have been carrying out seismic testing and they’ve been finding dolphins washed up on shore dead,” Keith remarks.

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While more study is needed on the potential effects of seismic testing, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports that 714 dolphins and whales have been stranded from the Florida Panhandle all the way to Texas since February 2010.

Of those animals, 95 percent were found dead. Typically, that area only sees 74 dolphin deaths per year. As a result, activists have launched lawsuits against the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, a division of the Interior Department, that have greatly restricted the seismic testing in the region.

Keith hopes some of the Seahawks and other locals they’ve spoken with will spread the word about offshore wind and help bring about change. “Once we talk to people about it, they get it,” Keith states. “Then they can turn that knowledge into advocacy.”

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My cooking style is: Regional American cuisine featuring plenty of seafood prepared many different ways.

My cooking style is: Seasonal and flavor driven with a modern interest.

The NC ingredients I use are: in almost every dish I make. Using NC ingredients means being a part of a community and supporting our local farmers, fishermen, and artisans. There is something magical about serving fish so fresh that was swimming only hours ago!

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The NC Ingredients I use are: the daily catch from our local seafood market. We also buy local trout, shrimp, and as many NC oysters as we can get our hands on. We even buy organic bell peppers from a tiny farm nearby.

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My cooking style is: Simple, sophisticated, but also very diverse.

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My competitive advantage is: being able to put together fresh but diverse flavors in ways that are nontraditional from a Western standpoint. My cooking style also allows me to work quickly, so I can easily handle the pressures of cooking for a large crowd.

Stay up to date with all the action! Every Tuesday morning get a preview of the week’s battles when Fire on the Dock host Jimmy Crippen goes on air live with The Big Talker and The Penguin.

NewsoftheWeird with Chuck Shepherd LEAD STORY: French Full-Body Health Care As the U.S. government’s role in health care is debated, the French government’s role was highlighted in February with a report on Slate.com about France’s guarantee to new mothers of “10 to 20” free sessions of “la reeducation perineale” (vaginal re-toning to restore the pre-pregnancy condition, a “cornerstone of French post- natal care,” according to Slate). The sessions involve yoga-like calisthenics to rebuild muscles and improve genital flexibility. Similar procedures in the U.S. not only are not government entitlements, but are almost never covered by private insurance, and besides, say surgeons, the patients who request them do so almost entirely for aesthetic reasons. The French program, by contrast, is said to be designed not only for general health but to strengthen women for bearing more children, to raise the birth rate.

Compelling Explanations Drill, Baby, Drill: U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert of Texas may have been joking, but according to a February Washington Post story, he seemed serious at a Natural Resources Committee hearing when searching for yet more reasons why the U.S. should support oil drilling in Alaska. Caribou, he said, are fond of the warmth of the Alaskan pipeline. “So when they want to go on a date, they invite each other to head over to the pipeline.” That mating ritual, Rep. Gohmert concluded, is surely responsible for a recent tenfold increase in the local caribou population.

In assigning a bail of only $20,000, the judge in Ellisville, Miss., seemed torn about whether to believe that Harold Hadley is a terrorist that is, did Hadley plant a bomb at Jones County Junior College? In February, investigators told WDAM-TV that the evidence against Hadley included a note on toilet paper on which he had written in effect, “I passed a bomb in the library.” However, no bomb was found, and a relative of Hadley’s told the judge that Hadley often speaks of breaking wind as “passing a bomb.” The case is continuing.

John Hughes, 55, was fined $1,000 in February in Butte, Mont., after pleading guilty to reckless driving for leading police on a 100-mphplus chase starting at 3:25 a.m. After police deflated his tires and arrested him, an officer asked why he had taken off. Said Hughes, “I just always wanted to do that.”

Melvyn Webb, 54, was acquitted in March of alleged indecent behavior on a train. An eight-woman, four-man jury in Reading (England) Crown Court found Webb’s explanation entirely plausible that he was a banjo player and was “playing”

some riffs underneath the newspaper in his lap. “(S)ometimes I do, with my hands, pick out a pattern on my knees,” he said. (On the other hand, the female witness against him had testified that Webb “was facing me, breathing heavily and snarling.”)

Ironies Earl Persell, 56, was arrested in Palm Bay, Fla., in February when police were summoned to his home on a domestic violence call. Persell’s girlfriend said he had assaulted her and held her down by the neck, and then moments later, with his truck, rammed the car she was driving away in. The subject of the couple’s argument was legendary singer Tina Turner and her late, wife-beating husband, Ike. U.S. military forces called to battle in Iraq and Afghanistan, including reservists and National Guardsmen on active duty, have their civilian jobs protected by federal law, but every year the Pentagon reports having to assist personnel who have been illegally fired or demoted during their tours of duty. Of all the employers in the United States who are seemingly ignorant of the law, one stands out: civilian agencies of the federal government. The Washington Post, using a Freedom of Information Act request, revealed in February that during fiscal year 2011, 18 percent of all complaints under the law were filed against federal agencies.

Mark “Chopper” Read only wanted to help out his son’s youth athletics program in the Melbourne, Australia, suburb of Collingwood in February, but was rebuffed. He had offered his assistance at track meets by, for instance, firing the starter’s pistol for races, but officials declined after learning that Read had recently been released from prison after 23 years and had boasted of killing 19 people and once attempting to kidnap a judge at gunpoint.

Damien Bittar of Eugene, Ore., turned 21 at midnight on March 15 and apparently wanted to get a quick start on his legal-drinking career.

By 1:30 a.m., his car had been impounded, and he had been charged with DUI, reckless driving and criminal mischief after he accidentally crashed into an alcohol rehabilitation center.

Fine Points of the Law Internal Revenue Service is battling the estate of art dealer Ileana Sonnabend over the value of a Robert Rauschenberg stuffed bald eagle that is part of his work “Canyon.” IRS has levied taxes as if the work were worth $65 million, but the Sonnabend estate, citing multiple auctionhouse appraisals, says the correct value is “zero,” since it is impossible to sell the piece because two federal laws prohibit the trafficking of bald eagles, whether dead or alive. (Despite the law, IRS says, there is a black market for the work, for example, by a “recluse billionaire in China (who) might want to buy it and hide it.”)

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stimulate audiences with lives that intertwine and connect together in fascinating, unexpected ways. Popular films utilize the same effects, such as 2004’s “Crash” or 2006’s “Babel,” when people cross paths and are never the same. Jenkin’s “Margo Veil” is no different.

The recent recipient of the Los Angeles Drama Critics Award for best production, “Margo Veil” begins with an actress who’s quit her brief theatrelife in New York, and ends with an intricate web of cleverly devised stories. Margo and Arthur, who will be played in the upcoming UNCW production by Tori Keaton and Matt Styers respectively, employ the services of a translation parlor, allowing them to inhabit the bodies of other people. From a magician to a blind Lithuanian girl, the audience encounters quite a clever arrangement, and the cast members play multiple parts throughout the show.

Director Paul Castagno spilled the details with encore in anticipation of the department’s last theatre performance for the school year, which will open on Thursday, April 19th, on the main stage of the Cultural Arts Building. encore: When did you first encounter “Margo Veil,” and what were your thoughts of it?

Paul Castagno: I’ve known Jenkin, who has won multiple Obie awards, since the early ‘90s. I used to bring him down to the University of Alabama to work on his plays, and we became friends. I have just published a major book, “New Playwriting Strategies: Language and Media in the 21st Century” (Routledge, 2012), which goes into all his work in detail. “Margo Veil” is a very well crafted play, and with a student body that has grown up with the films of David Lynch, its identity switches and shifts will be accessible.

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e: It’s an interesting premise: a gal gives up on New York after a failing role. Seemingly, many actors have felt this. What would you say resonates most about this show to others in the profession?

PC: The play has deeper resonances that demonstrate how quickly and irrevocably one’s fate can change, although anyone in theatre or film will appreciate the multiple styles and craftsmanship of the writing and hopefully the production in making this all work.

It places great demands on the actors to instantly establish a character, and then a few scenes later become someone totally different. The play celebrates that aspect of noir where random events or encounters, which happen on trains or in cars, suddenly have this huge impact on a character’s life. Jenkin is a master of showing us the marginalized character, yet always imbuing his eccentric characters with heart. e: Why did you choose this as the final student performance of the year?

PC: This is a play with a large cast, most of whom are unfamiliar with the various styles demanded to execute the play properly. Because of the various breaks in the spring semester, the final slot allows the actors more maturation time to get the style under their belt.

We are also working with integrating filmic elements into the production (a first for us), and this requires more lead time. I really think this is a play Wilmington audiences can relate to, and, while Jenkin is widely known in national theatre circles, this will be his debut for a local audience. e: How are the cast members molding their roles?

Are you seeing surprising characteristics you may not have realized before?

PC: There is a great camaraderie in the ensemble. Part of this is the construction of these gospel numbers, led

by the preacher, Cletus Ford (Quentin Johnson). There are also these big show numbers like Dwayne (Chris Cantrell) lip-synching Bo Diddley’s “A Gunslinger” with a cowboy chorus behind him. These add an element in production you don’t get with reading the script. e: The play works its way through lots of genres: scifi, noir thrillers, melodramas. How do you approach directing such a mash-up?

PC: I want to thank Scott Nice, our movement and voice faculty professor, who has worked with me a lot in terms of the physical comedy, setting some of the choreography, and the various gestures that distinguish these genres. Every actor and director choice has to be very specific, every monologue broken down for not only sense but how it can be shaped theatrically. Often, these turn on a dime, even within a given monologue. It all happens so fast that you have to be patient, and make sure to be detailed. I told Jenkin in an e-mail [that] the play is unrelenting in its demands.

Gregg Buck, the scene designer, is integrating film noir projections with the help of two students from film studies. The set is constructed as multiple screens that will provide all the background. This is totally unique. Max Lydy, our technical director and sound designer, has devised this moving platform that will allow for the quick transitions and accommodate the car and train scenes that are so much a part of the noir genre. e: Why is “Margo Veil” a good “learning production” for students?

PC: It’s excellent because actors have to immediately establish their characters. They have to be totally “in the moment” and precise, or the production sags. It teaches many principles of style, use of dialect, comic timing, playing multiple roles, and working together as an ensemble. It truly is an ensemble piece of theatre.

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Neil Simon. They routinely produce his plays, usually his lesser-known scripts. I love Neil Simon, too, and his big hits are always crowd pleasers: “The Odd Couple,” “Plaza Suite,” “Lost in Yonkers,” and “Brighton Beach Memoirs” to name a few. In recent years Big Dawg has brought us several shows that I hadn’t a chance to see before: “Rumors,” “Chapter Two” and, now, “God’s Favorite.” It can be summed up as Neil Simon’s tour through the Old Testament.

Joe Benjamin (Bradley Coxe), is an incredibly successful businessman who credits everything in his life to God’s will: his business, his beautiful wife, his children, his palatial home. We meet his biblically named children: David (Nate Kistler), Sarah (Erika Hendrix) and Ben Benjamin (Jordan Stallings), along with Rose, his wife (Elaine Nalee), whose chief concern in life is her collection of valuable jewels. Enter a mysterious stranger, Sidney Lipton (Ron Hasson). Lipton claims to be a messenger from God, who tells Ben-

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Coxe turns in a convincing performance of a hard-working family man of devout faith.

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while Coxe flounders, alternately pleading and condemning, trying to get through to his son. When the physical afflictions begin, Coxe’s humor really comes through. The “itching scene” is an especially good example of his abilities.

The memorable performance, though, is Hasson as a surprisingly creepy and extremely unsettling Sidney Lipton. Of everyone to pick from onstage as a divine messenger, Hasson would probably the last one to have settled upon—unless you were Kevin Smith. From his first whining entrance followed by his existential speeches, any sane person would have called the police on this divine prophet. We tend to think of angels or messengers as clean, well-dressed, bathed in white light, and having our best interests at heart. Hasson plays the exact opposite—he is also incredibly nimble on his feet, has great physical comedy and is slippery like an eel. I’ve seen him in several pieces prior to this show, and though I enjoyed all of them, “God’s Favorite” is his best performance yet.

The show is a much more technically demanding than any I have seen in a while at Big

Dawg. The audience is informed at the beginning that they will be kindly asked to vacate the theater during intermission because the set has to be completely changed. Cape Fear Playhouse doesn’t have a full fly gallery or a removable orchestra-pit cover like Thalian Hall. It has pretty low ceilings and it doesn’t have the vast right-wing extension storage area of larger venues. Consequently, major set changes are limited during a show there.

I was really impressed how the beautiful set they started with could go so far downhill for act two, following a lightning strike.

Hats off to set designer Doug Dodson, stage manager Rhoda Jane Gary and stagehand Brandon Leatherman for making that transition so powerful.

Tony Moore directed last season’s Neil Simon show, “Rumors”—which was fabulous—so it’s no surprise he’s leading the helm of “God’s Favorite.” As a script, “Rumors,” is more what people tend to think of as “Neil Simon.” There are multiple subplots intertwining, miscommunication, and lots of witty puns.

“God’s Favorite” doesn’t really have much in the way of subplots: It’s a guy being tested

by God, and the family is like most families with the addition of two servants. As a director Moore has a gift for physical comedy that dovetails beautifully with Neil Simon’s writing, perhaps because Moore has been writing stage plays himself for so long.

The visual jokes are wonderful and really drive the show. From the first scene’s quip on ear plugs to the reoccurring telephone gags to the abusive prayer scene in act two with the Mady the Maid (Beth Raynor) and Morris the Manservant (Chase Harrison), Moore helps his actors accentuate the humor of the writing at every turn. Timing is the essential ingredient in comedy and it’s a difficult line to walk. If it’s over-rehearsed, the actors aren’t having fun anymore and the jokes fall flat. These guys are still having fun onstage and so is the audience.

For the most entertaining rendition of the Book of Job one could never imagine, make reservations now for “God’s Favorite.” Big Dawg sold out houses the first weekend and probably will for the remainder of this very funny show.

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though some students couldn’t help but let their creative-writing roots seep into their work. One student, Sally Johnson, contributed a model of a beehive that, when open, reveals poems about bees and information about a colony collapse, in lieu of honeycombs.

This year, the MFA art exhibit is held at Costello’s Piano Bar—a first for the event. As one can imagine, the show usually is held on the UNCW campus, but Delong says that the location will extend the artists’ visibility beyond school grounds.

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The exhibit opened on March 23rd with a kick-off celebration that allowed the students the opportunity to formally present their artwork to the community. At the opening reception, students who did not submit any work were able to read original pieces of writing.

Later in the evening, UNCW professor and author Clyde Edgerton gave an intimate musical performance with MFA student Meg Reid.

The performance exemplified that other mediums—music, in this case—can be another extension of a writer’s talents.

Emergence is free and currently open to the pubic. The community can view and purchase all the works at Costello’s during their normal operating hours through May 1st. The venue opens at 7 p.m. each day of the week, except for on Fridays when the time changes to 5 p.m.

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2165 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 343 5233 Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. www.artfuelinc.com Artfuel.inc is a multimedia studio and art gallery, now located at the intersection of Wrightsville Avenue and Dawson Street.

Artfuel’s 30th art show features Tuki Lucero, Jonas Mcluggage, Brian Mergenthaler, Stephen Bode, Nicole Nicole.

Artexposure!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC 910-803-0302 / 910-330-4077 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or by appt.) artexposure50.com From Wilmington, drive north on Highway 17 and you will encounter an art center unique to our area. Look for the big red barn! A large open space hosts 2nd ood venue Friday Opening Receptions each month at 6 p.m. We represent over 40 local and 3rd with a regional artists in our member’s gallery e students and offer local arts and crafts in our gift their art- shop. ArtExposure presently has studio ing recep- space rented to five working artists. In any work addition, there is a frame shop and art writing. supply store. essor and Along with our regular art classes and mate musi- studio time, yoga classes meet Mondays Meg Reid. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Saturday ther medi- at 9 a.m. in the loft. Walk-ins are welcome nother ex- to this gentle yoga class.

ntly open fiGMents view and 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. Ste. II o’s during 910-509-4289 ough May Mon.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. each day figmentsgallery.com ays when Figments is an art gallery brimming with unlimited creative vision and talent.

We are a community of artists who are passionate about the journey of artful creation. We have an unintimidating art boutique where you can find locally made artwork for your home. We also have a relaxed classroom space where students of all skill levels can learn and grow creatively. Come. Be inspired.

Please visit the gallery or look to our website for information on these upcoming classes: Living Words—Foundations of Poetry Writing with Michelle Hicks, every Tuesday 6-7 pm; Some Assembly Required Metal Jewelry Workshop with Ken Bova, April 21 and 22, 10 am-4pm; Studio Oil Painting Workshop with Alessandro Giambra, April 26, 5-8 pm; Make

crafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio, custom framing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee With the Author series are also offered onsite.

The next featured show runs through Thursday, May 31. It’s titled “Feed Your Eclectic Soul: A showing of custom design, fine crafts and gently loved pieces from the past.”

Sunset River will have a beautiful collection of unusual pillows, textural table runners and other fabric pieces by Beth Pethtal combined with gallery owner Ginny Lassiter’s eclectic eye for incorporating antiques, pottery and contemporary pieces into a warm and cohesive design.

and Use Your Own Silkscreens with Pauline Purdum, April 28 10 am-2:30 pm; Broken Plate Mosaic with Mary Cook, May 12 and 19 10 am-1 pm.

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201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (or by appt.) newelementsgallery.com “New Beginnings,” featuring artists Janet Triplett and Owen Wexler, closes April 21st.

“Going Places” opens Friday, April 27th at New Elements Gallery in our new location at 201 Princess Street. The show will feature paintings by J. Michael Kennedy, Catherine C. Martin, and Hunter Stephenson. Enjoy these three distinctly different artists in our latest exhibition, on display through May 19th.

Immerse yourself in the peaceful tranquility of J. Michael Kennedy’s “skyscapes,” focusing on dramatic cloud formations and the interplay of light and colors. You’ll feel the energy of Martin’s alla prima (literally meaning “at once”) style paintings, a technique which allows for a very emotional and expressionist look and feel to her work. Stephenson’s distinctive style combines her effective use of negative space with a looseness of color and form. Her work creates a clean, fresh vision of her subject matter. Meet the artists at our reception during Fourth Friday Gallery Night on April 27th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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wicked GAllery: Now showing ‘The Whimsy,’ featuring works five artists, including ‘Gaia’ by Allison Thomas Weeks. Courtesy photo.

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Our current exhibit “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker.

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205 Princess St.(910) 960-7306 Tues. 12-5 p.m.; Wed.-Sat. 6:30-11:30 p.m. onewickedgallery.com Wicked is home to Gabriel Lehman’s studios upstairs. Gabriel’s paintings are whimsical and fanciful, yet sometimes dark, putting the viewer immediately in touch with their inner child.

We have a great fondness for his exquisite work, and we celebrate the fantastic characters of his artistic world. In our floor-level gallery, we are currently hanging “The Whimsy,” a show with insanely ingenious artists all defining the magical, clever and fantastical whimsy in art. Featuring works from Allison Weeks Thomas, Brittny Roller, Shannon Stamey, Gabriel Lehman and Wendy L. Barber. Show will run through June 18th.

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“American Pie” was a raunchy little highschool sex comedy that managed to launch several short-lived careers and created a number of memorable catch phrases that would be regurgitated by comically challenged men for the next several years.

It was a fun movie—horny with a side of heartfelt. Successful enough to launch a couple of forgettable theatrical sequels and a half-dozen direct-to-video riffs that are best left unmentioned. “American Reunion” is an attempt at stoking our nostalgic fires. Unfortunately, the entire premise is based on our fond remembrances of these characters and our express interest in their lives 13 years later.

With that, I take my first rant...

So the setup for “American Reunion” is that our old friends Jim (Jason Biggs), Oz (Chris Klein), Stifler (Sean William Scott) and the rest of the gang are returning for their 10year high-school reunion. Fair enough.

Rather than just set the movie in 2009, they decide to openly engage the audience and explain how someone dropped the ball, and their 10-year reunion is actually happening 13 years later.

Wait. What? Seriously?

Did the creative team behind the movie think that the audience would be unable to wrap their mind around the idea that this movie takes place three years ago? I realize the intended audience for the “American Pie” movies aren’t Rhodes Scholars, but I think the average American movie-goer would be capable of watching a film that was released in 2012 that takes place in 2009 without their brain cells crashing. This is a day and age where Abraham Lincoln can hunt vampires and supermodels can play scientists, but making

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fondly remember

The Artist

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THIS ONE TIME... ‘American Reunion’ attempts to channel late ‘90s fame, but the melodramatic characters bring the story down. Courtesy photo

a movie set three years ago would somehow confuse us all.

So, it’s 13 years later and the gang is an older, sadder version of their former selves.

Jim is married to his high-school sweetheart Michelle (Alyson Hannigan) and is suffering from a lackluster sex life. Oz is a marginally famous sportscaster who has spent some time on reality shows. Stifler is miring in corporate middle management. And the other two guys have such boring subplots that it’s not even worth the energy to explain their uninteresting situations. Now, they’re back for their reunion and trying to relive some of their glory days.

This involves drinking, partying, and taking on some territorial high-school students. Knibb High football rules!

The biggest problem with “American Reunion” is how boring it is. The material is recycled and the actors aren’t exactly highly skilled thespians. This means the much-needed pathos feels forced. The movie becomes unintentionally funny.

Thirteen years ago these were fresh-faced kids launched into stardom. Now they are a random collection of Hollywood wash-ups given another shot at big-screen success. Who would have thought in 1999 that the two people that would still have careers in 2012 were Stifler and the band-camp girl who talked about sticking a flute where the sun don’t shine?

Chris Klein is the most fascinating to watch.

The guy’s career is a tragedy of operatic proportions. He went from “American Pie“ to headline big-budget monstrosities like “Rollerball” before being savaged by the Internet age where videos of his “Mama Mia” audition became another nail in is career crucifixion.

Watching him in “American Reunion,” trying to channel that youthful charm with a forehead

full of hair plugs is kind of sad. Even sadder is watching Shannon Elizabeth and Natasha Lyonne show up for cameos. Even as I’m typing their names, I wonder how many people will know who I’m talking about. Fame is fleeting, my friends; “American Reunion” is a living testament to that fact.

There’s a couple of funny scenes here and there. Sean William Scott’s Stifler is still the best thing about the “American Pie” movies.

He’s a relentless asshole and revels in it. For the entire movie he’s the only one that’s having any fun. Everyone else is so mired in their boring little melodramas that it sucks the life out of the film.

It’s kind of adorable when you’re watching horny high school kids desperate to get their first piece. Everybody’s been there. That’s the kind of fun and nostalgia people want out of “American Pie”—not to listen to a bunch of 30-year-olds whine about how boring adult life has become. It’s a little heavy on the sentimentality and not heavy enough on the deviant sexual promiscuity. Still, if you’re into Greek tragedies, check it out to revel in the ashen pile that is Chris Klein’s career.

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Cape Fear Film Festival

April 26-29 Passes on sale for $60 WilmingtonTickets.com Cape Fear Independent Film Network will present the 12th annual independent film fest, screening films from around the globe, with many shot in NC. Additional activities will include seminars, panel discussions, social and networking events. Venues include Browncoat Pub and Theatre, Nutt St. Comedy Room and City Stage. Celebrity hosts include Julianna Guill (“One Tree Hill,” “Crazy, Stupid, Love.”). Regional showcase will feature short films by local and regional filmmakers and Wilmington Film Awards, with trophies, prizes and cash in 10 different categories, including Best Local Film.

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UNCW SPORTS

Wednesday april 25

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2012 Seahawk Club Golf Challenge presented by Blitz Research

Monday, June 11, 2012 river landing Format: Captain’s Choice Registration: 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Lunch: 12:30-3:00 p.m.

Shotgun Starts 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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you go, girl!

LunaFest presents more than the average chick flick

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women all over the world are forced to deal with on a regular basis. Many may feel isolated in their specific situations.

Yet, the fact is, others may be trying to overcome many of the same obstacles—being alone, aging and feeling insecure. Film can bridge beleaguerment, often giving us hope.

LunaFest is in its third year celebrating such artistry of connectivity among women.

Sponsored by Luna Moms Club and UNCW Women’s Studies and Resource Center, LunaFest will take place Friday, April 20th, at Brooklyn Arts Center. The evening commences over a series of short films, which also will be presented at various events throughout the country. Created in 2000 by the makers of the Luna bar, a nutrition bar for women, the goal of the event is to bring together women and raise money for great nonprofit organizations. Only two guidelines exist for those wishing to host their own LunaFest: All films must be shown as the focus of the event (which are provided to the planners), and 15 percent of the ticket sales are donated to the Breast Cancer Fund, as designated by the creators of LunaFest. The other 85 percent is for a charity of the host’s choice—in this case, it is Women in the Center.

Jody Smith, of Wilmington Area Stroller Strides, has been an asset to making this celebration happen locally. Involved in the last two events—held at Browncoat Pub and Theatre in 2010 and UNCW’s Center for Marine Science in 2011—she has seen firsthand its growth. “Having it at the Brooklyn Arts Center will be a nice, new venue,” she says of the 122 year-old church’s 50-foot ceilings and 3,500 sqaure feet. More importantly, she’s excited to continue supporting a local nonprofit worthy of attention for women and families.

“Every year we’ve worked with [Women in the Center], because we’re a moms’ group,” Smith explains. “A lot of what they’re working to do will benefit moms in our community. Their ultimate goal is to build a birthing center here in town. [They want] to connect women in the community, and it just seemed like a good fit—moms wanting to benefit other moms.”

The Breast Cancer Fund focuses on looking at the environmental causes of breast cancer and coming up with ways to prevent it. Recently, they successfully had the lining of soup cans banned for their carcinogenic compounds.

“They’re a very different breast cancer organization,” Smith shares. “I’m partial to them because they’re actually looking at eliminating it, not just looking at better ways

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The local goal is to sell at least 150 tickets, which would allow them to donate $2,000 to Women in the Center. “We can have it as big or as small as we want,” Smith says.

Big is what Smith has in mind. The event will start at 6 p.m. with an open bar and food courtesy of Hibachi Bistro, Pleasure Island Cupcakes and others. There will be a raffle with great prizes such as a night at The Wilmingtonian, restaurant gift certificates, golf packages, and spa treatments. Included in the ticket price is one raffle ticket, but more can be purchased throughout the event.

Folks will be able to choose which drawings they enter, too.

The actual films will start around 7 p.m., with a dessert intermission. “The films are from all over the world—award-winning films,” Smith adds, hoping to draw a diverse audience. “I think everyone will be pleasantly surprised with the level of quality of the films, to be enjoyed by everyone and not just women.”

LunaFest provides nine films to be showcased, in addition to whatever the host chooses for the night. Some of the films include: “Every Mother Counts: Obstetric Fistula,” a heartbreaking documentary of a fatal but preventable birth complication; “How to be Alone,” a look into how to overcome those feelings of loneliness with humor and hope; and “I am a Girl!” a story about a girl who was born a boy; and “Missed Connections,” an exploration of the Craigslist forum about “the one who got away.” Also included are “A Reluctant Bride,” “Worst Enemy,” “Lady Razorbacks” and “The Wind is Blowing on My Street,” which follows a young girl in Tehran on the street without her headscarf after an unfortunate accident.

Smith has enlisted the help of UNCW filmmakers, too, by showing junior film studies major Jess Marrano’s award-winning “Her Very Being.” Also showing will be alumnae Laura Murphy’s “Sanctuary.” “[These] films [are] so unique,” Smith says. “They make you laugh, cry—they’re always so good. It’s not just a woman’s thing.

Anyone interested in film or doing something different for the night [will enjoy it.] It’s a good

WONDERFUL WOMEN: LunaFest will showcase nine global films about women this year, including ‘I Am a Girl!’ by Susan Koenen. Courtesy photo

chance to go out and support a cause and have a good time.”

Also, plan on staying after the films for drinks and live music from alternative-rock

band, Axiom. It will really be more than the average film fest.

LunaFest takes place on Friday, April 20th at the Brooklyn Arts Center, located at 516 N. 4th Street. Tickets are $20 in advance at www.LunaFest.org or by calling 800-6916154. Tickets are available at the door for $25.

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Wilmington’s World-Class Concert Venue L IVE @ B AC

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Super group featuring longtime Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman, former Black Crowes guitarist Audley Freed, bassist Nick Govrik and Joan Osborne

Wednesday, April 25th, 8pm General Admission Floor - $18 adv/ $22 day of show General Admission Balcony - $30 adv / $40 day of show Available online at www.brooklynartsnc.com

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unconventional revelry:

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Southern Culture on the Skids gives free concert Saturday

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the musical stylings of Southern Culture on the Skids (SCOTS), it’s always got to include some form or function of “fun.” Judges will accept comedic, playful, and an entertaining, riotous romp in a backwoods trailer park with blue jean overalls, grandmama and some moonshine. They’ll also take punk infusion, surf-tastic or rockabilly.

The origins of this wacky yet utterly celebrated band began in 1983, in Chapel Hill, when guitarist and lead singer Rick Miller started the act with his college roommate. Their original bass player—a girl, like their current sex kitten, Mary Huff—threw in the towel after the first long road trip. Apparently, the touring life wasn’t her style.

Not discouraged by the loss, the boys hustled on. While in Richmond, Virginia, they played with Huff’s then-rockabilly band. When the bouffant babe found out they needed a bass player, she hitchhiked in the back of a pickup truck to audition for the gig.

“I think she came down for a Butthole Surfers show, and then applied for the position in the band the same weekend,” Miller recalls.

“Of course we gave it to her.” Naturally, ‘cause that seemingly ageless chick rocks harder than most, jammin’ out with a heavy rhythm line and never giving up on her Mashed Potato.

Eventually the group needed a new drummer, too. Enter Dave Hartman. “Mary’d been playing in bands with Dave since junior high— like sneaking into frat gigs in Blacksburg,” Miller tells. “When the other drummer quit, she said, ‘Well, hey, I know a guy who’s just graduating out of college and will do anything to keep from getting a day job, so let me call him!’ So Dave came down and we moved into a little house in the woods. We’ve been the same three ever since.”

Dishing out a sound unlike most bands on the circuit today, the influences for SCOTS have to be just as diverse, and Miller’s childhood memories deliver. Until the age of 12, the wolf-howling, quirky lead singer lived in Henderson, North Carolina. The miniscule dot on the map is what he calls a “tiny tobacco town,” where his dad built mobile homes and only one radio station controlled the airwaves.

“The AM station had to service quite a di-

THEY REALLY LIKE US: Southern Culture on the Skids has offered its punk/surf/rockabilly brand for over 25 years. Courtesy photo

verse population, because the town was probably half black and half white,” he says. “So you’d hear soul and gospel music on Sundays to blues and rock ‘n’ roll and country. You’d hear everything from Aretha Franklin to Buck Owens. I just remember listening to that all the time on my little radio in my formative years.”

With one of many laughs, he remembers top 40 records used to be sold at the Singer Sewing Center (“Don’t ask me why,” he advises).

Collecting all sorts of 45s from the store, Miller believes his first was by Booker T. and the M.G.’s. “That’s what it was like, and our music is the same way,” he notes. “We draw from all kinds of stylistic sources and kind of stick it together with our concept.”

Their sound has earned the group big- and small-screen fame, too. Their songs were featured in films such as “Happy Gilmore,” “Dukes of Hazzard” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” The band performed for a national audience on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” in 1995, and many times on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien.” Miller’s personal favorite accomplishment has been impressing his business-oriented parents.

“They had a very hard time with me being a musician and were always worried about me making any money,” Miller shares. “And we didn’t make any for a long time—like five bucks a day. I remember when we got on ‘Jay Leno,’ all of a sudden it went from, ‘Yeah, my son, the so-called musician,’ to, ‘My son, the celebrity.’”

Despite the loftiness of their New York and

Hollywood fame, SCOTS has mostly been a DIY band. Riding with a label for only a tworecord contract, they recouped the spending on both albums, but the label always wanted more. Offering to renew the contract, the company demanded they become more commercial and narrow the focus; it claimed the band had too diverse a fan base.

The trio said no thanks and each party went their separate ways. Today, SCOTS is still entertaining, and the label is non-existent. “I think feeling that you’re in control of your own destiny is very important so that you don’t get discouraged,” Miller details. “If we screw up, it’s something we screw up together.”

With no particular agenda, the band seems to be doing just fine. Miller says if they have any message, it’s just to enjoy life. “You’re only here for so long; let’s have a good time and forget about the troubles,” he offers. “I like people a lot, so it’s always fun to make people happy, to see them enjoying themselves. To be able to do what I do, I’m a very lucky person.”

Southern Culture on the Skids will play alongside the baddest hot rods this side of the Mississippi at Wilmington’s largest car show, Rims on the River (see map in the center of this issue). Downtown, antique cars will line Front Street from Red Cross to Orange streets, and up Market and Dock streets to Second Street.

The event’s free concert at Waterfront Park will begin at 5 p.m. with local yokels The Barnraisers ,and will continue with Charleston blues band Skye Paige and The Original Recipe at 6:30 p.m. At 8 p.m., Charlotte’s rockabilly men, The Belmont Playboys, will take the stage, and the show will be polished off by Southern Culture at 9:30 p.m.

At first glance it seems that Drew Holcomb’s band may be a bit soft around the edges, since his petite, blonde bride, Ellie, joins him on vocals and guitar. Yet once their noise hits the eardrums, Ellie proves she can hang with the boys, as each member plays with unbridled energy. Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors offer heartwarming pop-rock similar to Mat Kearney but inspired by Springsteen and Petty—and most certainly not to be missed.

Drive By Truckers

Greenfield Lake Amphitheater 1941 Amphitheater Drive 4/20, 6:30 p.m. • $25-30

Southern rockers through and through, Drive By Truckers is comprised of Patterson Hood, Mike Cooley, John Neff, Brad Morgan and Jay Gonzalez. The quintet deeply identifies with the slow, soulful ways of Alabama and Georgia, which shows through in their 11 albums and two collective discs. Their latest record, ‘Go-Go Boots,’ stomps out true country and soul.

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BLACKBOARD SPECIALS LIVE MUSIC What’s Thursdays this spring up at on the patio of Fat Fat Tony’s on Racine Tony’s?

Saturday, March 24 APRILand 19more!

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a preview of tunes all over town this week heather maloney, liBraries (uncw’s atlantis release) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 north carolina symPhony —Kenan Auditorium UNCW Campus; 3132584

Gabby’s Lounge 7-10pm

Friday, April 20

KENNEDY PARK

oPen mic Poetry/comeDy —Barista Cafe, 225 S. Water St.; 399-3108 FrieD lot —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115

Saturday, April 21

DAVE MEYER

Drew holcomBe anD the neighBors, raylanD Baxter —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 2518500 (see page 21)

Friday, April 27

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DON’T DRINK THE WATER: Hailing from New Orleans, the big-brass gypsy rockers of Dirty Bourbon River Show will play Wrightsville Beach’s Palm Room on Saturday, April 21st. Courtesy photo

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 KaraoKe with hellz Belle —Marina Cafe, 110 S. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 938-2002 acoustic Jazz Piano with James Jarvis —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 DuB steP —Hooligans Pub & Music Hall; 2620 Onslow Dr., Jacksonville, (910) 346-2086 DJ Jay —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677 wilmington icon singing contest with cash granD Prize —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 DJ sir nicK BlanD —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 KaraoKe with DJ rich Delux —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 KaraoKe —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 Josh solomon & cary BenJamin —Black Sheep Tavern, 21 N. Front St. (basement); 399-3056 Benny hill —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion

Plc.,256-0115

DJBe extreme KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 travis shallow BanD —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 the harmeD Brothers —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796 warren haynes BanD —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater Jeremy norris —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464 live acoustic —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 gary allen’s acoustic oPen mic —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 KaraoKe with DJ Brewtal —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 roB ronner —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

thuRSDAY, APRIL 19 trivia with DJ —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 KaraoKe —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

trivia with Party gras DJ —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 KaraoKe —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 256-2269 oPen mic with Jeremy norris —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJ lorD walrus —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 DJ sweat —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677 oPen mic night with tommy hutchinson —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 team trivia with Dutch hawK —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 college night with DJ Battle —Brikhouse, 208 Market St.; 523-5833 live acoustic —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 Dueling Pianos —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 miDtown DicKens —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796

caPe Fear Blues society Jam —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. toP 40 DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 FireDance & Drums at DarK; aPogee —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 KaraoKe with DJ Damon —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 ayP —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 miKe o’Donnell —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

fRIDAY, APRIL 20 house/techno DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 DJ Dr. Jones —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 Jazz with Benny hill —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 lowtech army, Big waKe —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Dueling Pianos —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 DJ P FunK —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 3420872 KaraoKe —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 DJ milK —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington KaraoKe with miKe norris —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJBe extreme KaraoKe

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Waterfront music series LiVe music on the patio at 4 p.m. every sunday through fall.

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aPriL 22 TWIST AND SHOUT: The Carvers, a self-proclaimed ‘surf and stomp combo,’ will play Duck and Dive in downtown Wilmington on Saturday, April 21st. Courtesy photo

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TUESDAY Sky Blue $3.00 $ 4.50 Absolute lemonade 65¢ wings, 4-7 p. m.

aPriL 29 —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

—Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

KaraoKe —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677

Karrin allyson anD the unCw Big BanD —Kenan Auditorium UNCW Campus; 3132584

Chillin Dixie —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 aCoustiC Jazz Piano with James Jarvis —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

suPer BoB —Hooligans Pub & Music Hall; 2620 Onslow Dr., Jacksonville, (910) 346-2086

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DJ Battle —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109 nautilus, Jesse stoCKton —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

910-256-8500 4 marina st. Wrightsville Beach

Drive By truCKers —Greenfield Lake Amphitheater (see page 21)

DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 3420872

legree —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

CinDerella: an oPera in english —Kenan Auditorium UNCW Campus; 3132584

marCo vivalDi —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141

Dueling Pianos —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

KenneDy ParK —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

house/teChno DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

Drew smith —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

DJBe extreme KaraoKe —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

live aCoustiC (all Day) —Drifters Bar & Grill, 108 Walnut St.; 7621704

guitarist marK lynCh (10:30 a.m.-1:30 P.m.)

—Saltworks II, 4001 Wrightsville Ave.; 392-1241

gene gregory (6:30-8:30) —Barista Cafe, 225 S. Water St.; 399-3108

Filthy saturDays with DJ Filthy —Brikhouse, 208 Market St.; 523-5833

l shaPe lot (CD release) —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

DJ sweat —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677

niCole thomPson —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

KaraoKe —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

the Possums —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040 Possum CreeK —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 wiDe eyeD misChieF

DJ Battle —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109 BlinD lemon PleDge —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

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roCK against raPe BeneFit ConCert —Capt’n Bills Backyard Grill, 4240 Market St; 762-0173

THURSDAY $ 3.00 Samuel Adams $ 4.00 Margaritas

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DJ sir niCK BlanD —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776

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MoNDAY NIGHT FooTbALL $3 Domestic Schooners $3.50 Margaritas TueSDAY-kIDS eAT Free NIGHT $3.50 LIT’s • $2.00 Domestic Drafts WeDNeSDAY $3 Domestic Schooners $3.50 Margaritas THurSDAY $3.50 LIT’s • $2.00 Domestic Drafts FrIDAY-TGIF $3.50 Cosmos $2.00 Domestic Drafts SATurDAY-CoLLeGe FooTbALL $3 Domestic Schooners MoNDAY- FrIDAY 1/2 Priced Appetizers from 4-7 pm & 9 pm -close at the bar Free Appetizer of the Day with purchase of a non-refillable beverage from 5-7 at the bar.

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live Music fridays & saturdays 7-10pM Outside on the back deck weather permitting APRIL 13 Fortch APRIL 14 Dave Meyer APRIL 20 Ian Hollingsworth MAY 4 Daniel Parrish MAY 5 Jesse Stockton MAY 11 Cosmic Groove Lizard Duo MAY 12 Jessica Coppla MAY 19 2 Cents Worth MAY 25 Jessica Coppola MAY 26 Dave Meyer MAY 27 Fortch

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Flannel Rebellion —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 Dutch tReet (8pm-12am tiki stage); DJ Dane bRitt (10pm-2am insiDe) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 live music (all Day) —Drifters Bar & Grill, 108 Walnut St.; 7621704 the caRveRs —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 kenneDy paRk —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 Dave meyeR —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 clay cRotts —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 Wes sayeR (6:30-8:30) —Barista Cafe, 225 S. Water St.; 399-3108 the ameRican gonzos —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 my WonDeRFul machine —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 bluegRass Jam —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. boykilleR, Flesh WounDs, tRipp —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796 Justin Fox oF meDusa stone —Playhouse 211, 4320 Southport Supply Rd. Ste 1, St. James; 200-7785 something cRiminal —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 DiRty bouRbon RiveR shoW —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040 loWtech aRmy —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 7721400

SUnday, aPRIL 22 tRavis shalloW —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 DJ Jay —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677 susan savia —Elijah’s, 2 Ann St.; 343-1448 Reggae sunDays With DJ DR. Jones —Brikhouse, 208 Market St.; 523-5833 satellite bluegRass banD —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796 kaRaoke With hellz belle —Marina Cafe, 110 S. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 938-2002 kaRaoke kong —Black Sheep Tavern, 21 N. Front St. (basement); 399-3056 kaRaoke —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001

the possums, pigeons playing ping pong —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 DJ timbo —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 maRk RobeRts —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500 DJ battle —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 benny hill anD FRienDs —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 peRRy smith (bRunch 12-2) —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 live music (3 p.m.); clay cRotts (8 p.m.)

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

monday, aPRIL 23 steven compton —Barbary Coast; 116 S. Front St., 762-8996 kaRaoke —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677 acoustic Jazz piano With James JaRvis —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 kaRaoke —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 kaRaoke With DJ @-hole —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 3420872 pengo With beau gunn —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 bRett Johnson’s Jam —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 open mic With Josh solomon —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 DJ RichteRmeisteR —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

tUeSday, aPRIL 24 cape FeaR blues Jam —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 kaRaoke —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 “it takes tuesDays to tango” lessons 7-9 p.m.

—Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 kaRaoke With mike noRRis —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 kaRaoke With DJ paRty gRas —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 tRivia With Dutch FRom 94.5 the haWk —The Coastal Roaster, 5954 Carolina Beach Rd.; 399-4701 the Whiskey unpluggeD —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

ShowStoppers: Concerts outside of Southeastern NC

WORLD WIDE WEB: Kina Grannis, a rootsy-pop songstress and guitar player, takes to the stage at Cat’s Cradle on Wed., April 18th. Her more-than-15 minutes of fame is a product of her connection with fans, based mostly on her YouTube video postings and blog details. Photo by Nick Gordon PULL THE TRIGGER: Composed of Black Crowes’ drummer Steve Gorman, singer/songwriters Jackie Greene and Will Kimbrough, singer Joan Osborne and bassist Nick Govrik, Trigger Hippy is a sure-fire American rock ‘n’ roll megaband. Catch them at the Brooklyn Arts Center on Wednesday, April 25th. Courtesy photo

BEnny hill —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 SlEEping giant, FirSt Blood, in thE midSt oF living, gidEon, ChooSE your wEapon —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 livE aCouStiC —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 CollEgE night karaokE —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 thE Frog projECt —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212

WEDNESDAy, APRIL 25 karaokE with hEllz BEllE —Marina Cafe, 110 S. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 938-2002 aCouStiC jazz piano with jamES jarviS —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 duB StEp —Hooligans Pub & Music Hall; 2620 Onslow Dr., Jacksonville, (910) 346-2086 dj jay —Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677 wilmington iCon Singing ContESt

with CaSh grand prizE —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 dj Sir niCk Bland —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 karaokE with dj riCh dElux —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 karaokE —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 joSh Solomon & Cary BEnjamin —Black Sheep Tavern, 21 N. Front St. (basement); 399-3056 BEnny hill —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 djBE ExtrEmE karaokE —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 thE apaChE rElay, ShanE kElly —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 triggEr hippy —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.; 538-2939 nautiluS —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 jErEmy norriS —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464 livE aCouStiC

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

gary allEn’S aCouStiC opEn miC —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 karaokE with dj BrEwtal —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 dj —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 roB ronnEr —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 All entertainment must be sent to music@encorepub.com by Wednesday for consideration in the weekly entertainment calendar. Venues are responsible for notifying encore of any changes, removals or additions to their weekly schedules.

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AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 South tryon StrEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 377-6874 4/19: Yelawolf, Rittz, Stranger Day 4/20: Brandon Kirkley and the Firecrackers, Vess, Dan Forsberg

HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 hwy. 17 South, n. myrtlE BEaCh, SC (843) 272-3000 4/19: Steel Pulse, SOJA 4/20: GWAR, Kylesa, Ghoul, Legacy of Disorder 4/20: Say Anything, Kevin Devin and the Goddamn Band,

THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BiltmorE avEnuE, aShEvillE, nC (828) 225-5851 4/18: Mickey Hart Band 4/19: GWAR, Kylesa, Ghoul, Legacy of Disorder 4/20: Say Anything, Kevin Devin and the Goddamn Band 4/21: Conspirator, Zoogma 4/22: Yelawolf, Rittz

OVENS AUDITORIUM 2700 E. indEpEndEnCE Blvd., CharlottE, nC (704) 372-3600 4/20: Trace Adkins

CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. main StrEEt, CarrBoro, nC (919) 967-9053 4/18: Kina Grannis, Imaginary Friend 4/19: Drive By Truckers 4/20: Say Anything, Kevin Devin and the Goddamn Band, Fake Problems, Tallhart 4/22: Drew Holcombe and the Neighbors, Rayland Baxter 4/24: Trampled by Turtles, William Elliott Whitmore 4/25: White Panda, Phive, Styles&Complete NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE 511 E. 36th StrEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 358-9298 4/25: Trampled by Turtles, William Elliott Whitmore KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE 8003 rEgEnCy pkwy., Cary, nC (919) 462-2052 4/25: Peter Lamb and the Wolves

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CaBarruS StrEEt, ralEigh, nC (919) 821-4111 4/18: Protest the Hero, Periphery, Jeff Loomis Band, more 2/23: Candlebox, Honor by August, Acidic TIME WARNER CABLE ARENA 333 E. tradE St., CharlottE, nC (704) 688-9000 4/25: Van Halen ALABAMA THEATRE 4750 hwy. 17 S., n. myrtlE BEaCh, SC (843) 272-1111 4/21: Joe Diffie, Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin THE FILLMORE 1000 SEaBoard StrEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 549-5555 4/21: Toubab Krewe, Tim Reynolds, TR3 4/23: Kellie Pickler, Hunter Hayes, Lauren Alaina, Craig Morgan (benefits St. Jude’s Hospital)

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Organic and locally ■ WEBSITE: bluewaterdining.com to live music, selection wine & beer othersalad special events. out recent – diverse ofdinners steak, and pasta, and fresh Check seafood, p.m. Don’t forget to try downtown’s mostEvening expansive menu forrental Satur- and Breakfast/Lunch Destination. restaurant sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh World” their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details.

2508 In- cations). and Sunday Brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m.service.

You are welcome to dock including the best Shrimp n’ Grits in town. Warm in the sun on CATCH available, as well as from a Personal Chef Chris’ Cosmic Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. isday Sausage, dependence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929. your boat at the only dock’n’dine restaurant downtown, grab a trolley, the expansive outdoor deck sipping an exotic, colorful martini, or include B Serving Best Seafood SeafoodCuisine” in South Eastern North Carolina.

Dubbed the “Modern we offer an array Fresh Seafood Kitchen is located at 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109, on the corner ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. –Mon.11am-10pm; enjoy our door parking (ask for pass!) Why satisfyuswhen unwind at the spacious bar inside boasting extensive wine and are: 121 Wilmington’s NativeourSon, 2011 NC James Beard & Steaks, including Signature Sweet PotatoAward Salad.Nominee Appetizers oforRacine Dr.free, andfront Eastwood Rd. (910) 792-6720.

Follow on Tues.- Fri.: 11am – 11pm; Sat.: 10am – 11pm. you can@CosmicKitchen. indulge? Find the George on the Riverwalk at 128 South Water martini include our Rhodes Mouth watering “Fire Shrimp, Crispy Fried Twitter lists along with weekday appetizer specials from 4:00pm- p.m. CLO Chef Keith explores theCracker” Cape Fear Coast forCajun the best ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown Street, 910-763-2052. & Blue ClawWild Scampi, Seafood Ceviche & Conch Frit- ■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: 8am 6:30pm. Don’t forget to try downtown’s best kept secret for ville Beac it NC hasOysters to offer.

WeCrab feature Caught & Sustainably raised ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ SERVING: Lunch: Tues. - Fri. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Dinner: Tues. ters to name a few.and Larger Plates includeproduce Plancha grilled Painted Hills Sunday Brunch from 11am-3pm. You are welcome to dock your Sunday 1 Seafood.

Organic locally sourced & herbs provide 4pm; Tues-Sat.; Sun. Brunch 9am-2pm. Closed Mon. ■ MUSIC: Live Music beginning at 5:30pm Thurs.

5 p.m.

9 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5 p.m.

10 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m.

Steaks, Blackend Red Drum Filet, Charleston Crab Cakes, Tempura boat at the only dock’n’dine restaurant downtown, grab a trolley, 256-1421 the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted ■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown 9 p.m.; Brunch: Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m.

3 p.m.

OBX Scallops, Flounder Escovitch & Pan roasted Queen Trigger fish. or enjoy our free, front door parking (ask for pass!) Why satisfy Monday-S Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: Take out, call (910) 792-6720 Custom Entree request gladly an accommodated our Guest.

(Vegetar- ■ when you can indulge?

Find the George on the Riverwalk at 128 ‘til 3, Sat. Seafood Cuisine” we offer array Freshfor Seafood & Steaks, HOLIDAY INN RESORT ■ FEATURING: Saturday and Sunday Brunch / Wilmington’s only ian, Vegan desserts from Alan inDe- ■ including our& Allergies) SignatureHand NC Crafted Sweet seasonal Potato Salad.

Appetizers WEBSITE : www.CosmicKitchenOnline.com South Water Street,located 910-763-2052.

Oceans Restaurant in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful Catering dock’n’dine restaurant.

Lovely. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405. find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak ■ SERVIN ■ WEBSITE: www.thegeorgerestaurant.com ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 4-10, 2011 | www.encorepub.com dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef ■ NEIGHB 11am-2pm and Mon. Sat. 5pm-9pm.

Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent ■ FEATUR HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington setting. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach. at Wrights “Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List Wilmingto ■ BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat..

House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish an extra fo ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drink lift BUFFALO WILD WINGS ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” num■ WEBSIT If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun for the ber one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place! Award winning wings

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K’s Cafe Visit us in our new location on the corner of Eastwood and Racine - 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109. “Where the people make the place” If you’re looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere with awesome home-cooked, freshly prepared meals, you can’t beat K’s Cafe. Serving Breakfast (from $3.50) and Lunch (including daily entree-and-two side specials for $6.95), and dinner. K’s Cafe is the best deal in Wilmington. They offer chargrilled burgers, including their most popular Hot Hamburger Platter smothered in gravy! They also offer great choices such as fresh chicken salad, crabcake sandwich, soups, and even a delicious Monte Cristo served on French toast bread. K’s also offers soup, sandwich and salad combos and a great variety of homemade desserts. On Sundays they offer a great brunch menu which changes every week. A variety of choices will be on the menu such as Shrimp and Grits and Eggs Benedict.

Visa and Mastercard accepted. Give K’s Cafe a try...you won’t be sorry. 420 Eastwood Rd., Unit 109, 791-6995. Find us on Facebook or on our website, www.ks-cafe.net.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: 7 DAYS A WEEK. Open for dinner Wed. thru Sat. evenings ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Ever-changing brunch

THe LITTLe DIPPeR

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

■ SERVING DINNER: Tues.- Sun. 5 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 70s menu every Tues.; Ladies night on Wed.; Special prix fixe menu on Thurs.; 25% off a’ la cart menu on Fri. from 5-7 p.m. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Fri. & Sat. in summer ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

YWCA of the Lower Cape Fear

Raggedy Ann Says Hello

Women of Achievement May 10, 2012 • 5:30 PM Hilton Wilmington Riverside

YWCA Lower Cape Fear’s signature event celebrating outstanding women and young leaders.

For more information regarding the event, visit: www.ywca-lowercapefear.org or call 799.6820.

12th AnnuAl

April 20-21 at 8pm

Rocky Horror Picture Show

General Admin $15 Students $8 111 Grace St. Wilmington

The 2nd Thursday of every month at 10pm • tickets $5

910-341-0001

CApe FeAr

Independent FIlm FestIvAl April 26 - 29, 2012

Wilmington’s Premiere

Sketch Comedy Show Mendelssohn’s ‘’Elijah’’

May 3

May 19, 2012 • 7:30PM

Doors Open 8:30pm Shows a 9pm

PINe VaLLeY MaRKeT

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon.-Fri.10am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

TROLLY sTOP

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a family owned franchise with six locations. Since 1976 they specialize in storemade chili, slaw and sauces, and as of more recent – a variety of gourmet sausages and burgers (at participating locations). The types of hot dogs include Beef & Pork, All Beef, Smoked Sausage, Fat-free Turkey (at participating locations), and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 121 N. Front Street open Monday thru Saturday 11 a.m. ‘til 4:30 p.m. CLOSED SUNDAYS; (910).251.7799. 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach open Wednesday thru Friday 11 a.m. ‘til 3 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. ‘til 4 p.m. CLOSED MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS. (910) 256-1421. 4502 Fountain Drive, (910) 452-3952. open 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Monday-Sunday; South Howe St. in Southport, open Tuesday thru Fri. 11 ‘til 3, Sat. 11 ‘til 4 CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS (910) 457-7017.

Catering cart available all year from $350. Call Steve at (910) 520-5994.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Throughout the Port City ■ FEATURING: Dog friendly locations

at Wrightsville Beach and Downtown Wilmington. Buy a hot dog, we’ll throw in an extra for your pooch. (Without bun.)

■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Temple Baptist Church 1801 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28403 Brown Coat theatre

111 Grace St. Wilmington

910-341-0001

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Wilmington Hammerheads vs Harrisburg City Islanders

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Saturday, April 21st Kickoff 7:30 pm • Legion Stadium Gates Open at 6:00 pm

JOE CLAIR

Friday, April 20th and Saturday, April 21st 8pm Show | Doors 7pm | Admission: $10/$13

255 North Front Street

Wilmington, NC 28401 • 910-251-7881

April 26, 2012 11:30am - 1:00pm Press 102 S. Second Street

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Tickets $40 • Includes Lunch 910.350.1211

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ASIAN SZECHUAN 132

Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch Specials

HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation. Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak.

Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

■ SERVING DINNER: Open Mon. thru Thurs. 4pm-10pm; Fri. and Sat. 4pm-10:30pm and Sun. 11am-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

■ WEBSITE: hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/hibachi

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest. Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

serving hearty food in generous portions at affordable prices.

Simple is the atmosphere in the bistro, as plain white plates and tables dressed in white paper make up the decor. However, the food is far from simple, as a combination of fresh ingredients and innovative preparation delight the taste buds with a plethora of unique appetizers, entrées and desserts.

The service is fast, efficient and non-intrusive, and the ambience is friendly and unpretentious. After dinner, be sure to venture upstairs into their cozy and relaxing sofa bar for an after-dinner martini, or enjoy your meal there, as a light-fare and full menus are served. Art is always on display in the sofa bar, so be sure to inquire frequently about their artist show receptions. Voted “Best French Restaurant”seven years in a row!

10 Market Street, downtown Wilmington, (910) 815-0810.

■ SERVING DINNER: Sun.- Thurs.

5:00 – 10pm.; Fri. and Sat., 5pm – Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Upstairs sofa bar serving cocktails and lighter fare.

■ WEBSITE: www.capricebistro.com

now. The Guarino family recipes have been passed down from generation to generation to brothers Tommy and Chris, who serve breakfast, lunch and dinner to hungry diners. They also cater all events, from holiday parties to corporate lunches, including hot meals, cold trays, handmade desserts and an array of platters, from antipasto to cold cuts. In addition, Taste of Italy sells Scalfani products, Sabrett hot dogs and Polly-O cheeses in their market, all the while serving top-notch hot and cold items from their delicatessen. Located at 1101 South College Rd., P. 910392-7529, F. 910-392-9745 www.ncatasteofitaly.com Open M-F 8:00am – 8:00pm, Sat. 8:30am-7:00pm, Sun. 11:00am – 6:00pm.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Ponatone, Pandora, Torrone and gift baskets of all sizes!

■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com

OUR CRÊPES & MORE

EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

The Crêperie of Wilmington !Our Crêpes & More a family owned and operated French Crêperie, is serving authentic, homemade French cuisine to dine in or to go. Everything on their menu is under $10, and is a healthy alternative, while eating a savory meal or sweet treat. Open at 7 am Tuesday through Friday, and 8 am Saturday & Sunday, Our Crêpes & More offers a delicious variety of breakfast combos, quickly served or to take out. A must try: the Nutella Croissant! On the Savory side, the St-Malo, Quebec, Forestiere Royale or Tahiti are among the most popular. Their homemade Ratatouille, South France type Sub like the Pain Bagnat are worth the detour too! On the sweet side, The Versailles, Mt-Blanc or Crazy Nutella (with homemade Nutella ice cream) will make you come back for more! They also serve Fresh Salads or Soups depending on the seasons, amazing all natural Homemade Sorbet & Ice Cream, Croissants & Chocolate Croissants.

With free WiFi and live French radio, Our Crepes & More is a pleasant and casual place to unwind. Our Crepes & More can accommodate large parties!

■ OPEN: TUESDAY – FRIDAY 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.

SATURDAY & SUNDAYS 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

(Monday Closed.)

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, 3810 Oleander Drive (at the corner of 39th Street) ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian and gluten-free options. Free Wi-Fi. ■ WEBSITE: www.ourcrepesandmore.com

INDIAN TANDOORI BITES

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years.

Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16oz.

Marinated Rib Eye Steak. Romanelli’s offers patio dining and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.- Thurs. 11am – 10pm.; Fri. & Sat. 11am – 11pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials ■ WEBSITE: RomanellisRestaurant.com.

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

A Wilmington favorite since 1987! At Elizabeth’s you’ll find authentic Italian cuisine, as well as some of your American favorites. Offering delicious pizza, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, beer, and wine. Elizabeth’s is known for their fresh ingredients, where even the bread is baked fresh daily. A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out. Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-251-1005 for take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Open 10am-Midnight every day ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown (Corner of Market St and Kerr Avenue).

■ WEBSITE: www.epwilmington.com ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, kids menu and online coupons.

■ WEBSITE: www.giorgios-restaurant.com.

From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30am – 9:30pm; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30am – 10:00pm; Sun.: 11:30am – 9:00pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices. Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue-Thu 11am-2pm, 5pm-10pm; Fri 11am-2pm, 5pm-11pm; Sat 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-11pm; Sun 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-9pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown.

■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet, which now serves South Indian cuisine ($7.95 daily) ■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net.

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highestquality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 122 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and our newest location in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30am3am, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: The largest tequila selection in Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

FRENCH

ITALIAN

LATIN AMERICAN

CAPRICE BISTRO

A TASTE OF ITALY

SAN JUAN CAFE

Tues.- Fri. 11am- 2pm; Sat. 12pm – 3pm for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5pm – 10pm for dinner.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Balinese dancer every Fri. night.

■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

THAI SPICE

Wilmington’s finest French cuisine can be found at Caprice Bistro, a small informal neighborhood restaurant,

The authentic Italian cuisine served at Taste of Italy has scored them Best Deli in the Port City for years running

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SLICE OF LIFE

Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such

as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Re-■ NEIGHBO public and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors■ FEATURIN from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville■ WEBSITE: Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates!

EAST ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon Sat. 11am-2:30pmThe Blockad and from 5-10pm. Closed Sunday. specials, cer ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown plus a spect ■ FEATURING: Nightly specials is available o lush garden ■ WEBSITE: www.sanjuancafenc.com fic and noise fare nightly.

ORGANIC 256-2251.

■ SERVING SUNDAY BR Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking■ NEIGHBO for Organic and Natural groceries and supplements,■ FEATURIN or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious■ MUSIC: L and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in■ WEBSITE

LOVEY’S MARKET

the mood for a Veggie Burger, Hamburger or a Chicken Caesar Wrap, shoppers will find a large selection ofHIERON nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu.Hieronymus The Food Bar-which has cold salads and hot selectionsers. In busin can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ ora name for it boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide varietyand the fres of juices and smoothies made with Organic fruits andplace to be vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours,mosphere, p beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has adishes includ great selection of Local produce and receives severalcials. Hieron weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s alsocatering serv carries Organic Grass-Fed and Free-Range meats andMarket Stre poultry. Wheat-Free and Gluten-Free products are in■ SERVING stock regularly, as are Vegan and Vegetarian grocer-■ NEIGHBO ies. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop■ FEATURIN

by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9am to 7pm;■ WEBSITE Saturday 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall ShoppingOCEAN Center; (910) 509-0331. “You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!” Voted best s vides oceanf ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri., 11am–6pm; Sat. & Sun., 11am-6pm(salad bar open all the Beach, Ocea time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am-7pm; Sat., 9am-6pm; beach. Choo bination plate Sun., 10am-6pm steaks, chick ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, New Bakery side. Oceanic ding receptio with fresh, organic pies and cakes. Newly expanded. more. Large ■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

Family-style t Wrightsville B TIDAL CREEK CO-OP KITCHEN Come dine-in or take-out from the newly renovated Co-op■ SERVING Kitchen at Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market. You can fill■ NEIGHBO your plate or box with hot bar and salad bar items that are pre-■ FEATURIN pared fresh daily in our kitchen. Made-to-order sandwiches,■ WEBSITE like the Tempeh Reuben, are served hot off the Panini grill. The Co-op Café offers organic smoothies and fresh juices; localSMALL P wheatgrass shots; fair trade organic coffee, lattes, and chai tea; and our newest addition of Lenny Boy kombucha tea onTHE FOR tap. Don’t forget our baked-from-scratch baked goods! TheThe Fortunat Co-op Kitchen provides menu items that appeal to everyone,plore the be in an intimat regardless of dietary demands. wines from ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday - Friday approximate 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. some of the ■ WEEKEND BRUNCH: Sat and Sun, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. values that w ■ SALAD BAR: Mon - Sun, 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. available fea ■ SANDWICHES: Mon - Sun, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. serene ambi ■ BAKERY AND CAFE: Mon - Sun, 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. beautiful wa ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown bar, castle-ro ■ FEATURING: indoor/outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi experience o ■ WEBSITE: tidalcreek.coop Glass Wine tapas, globa serts to acco SEAFOOD

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DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

4pm-2am; S

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers,■ NEIGHBO you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar.■ FEATURIN But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a fullkling wine s menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-Thurs. Mont $25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street.■ WEBSITE You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able inSOUTHER flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch andCASEY’ dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

In Wilmingto ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Fresh daily steamed oysters.

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

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The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Fri. evening plus a spectacular Sun. brunch. Romantic al fresco dining is available on our dinner deck located in the center of a lush garden overlooking the ocean far away from the traffic and noise. Our lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd. Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach.

■ FEATURING: Lobster menu on Fri. ■ MUSIC: Live music on Sat. evening and Sun.brunch.

■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

Hieronymus Seafood is the midtown stop for seafood lovers. In business for over 30 years, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by constantly providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in local seafood. It’s the place to be if you are seeking top quality attibutes in atmosphere, presentations, flavor and ingenuity. Sugnature dishes include Oysteronymus and daily fresh catch specials. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering services. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2011. 5035 Market Street; 910-392-6313; hieronymusseafood.com ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Fireside oyster bar.

■ WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.net

OCEANIC

Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available.

Family-style to go menu available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dining on the Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: OceanicRestaurant.com

SMALL PLATES THE FORTUNATE GlASS

The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar is the perfect place to explore the beauty of wine while tasting a variety of tapas in an intimate environment. The wine menu focuses on wines from all regions, with 50 wines by the glass and approximately 350 wines available by the bottle, including some of the best boutique and cult wines, to everyday values that work with any budget. There are over 30 beers available featuring some of the best craft selections. The serene ambiance of The Fortunate Glass, created by the beautiful wall murals, the elegant copper and glass tile bar, castle-rocked walls and intimate booths enhances the experience of any selection you choose. The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar also presents a small menu of creative tapas, global cheeses, cured meats and decadent desserts to accompany and compliment any wine selection.

■ SERVING EVENINGS: Tues.-Thurs. 4pm-12am Fri. 4pm-2am; Sat. 2pm-2am; Sun. 2pm-12am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Free Wine Tasting: Tues. 6-8pm. Sparkling wine specials and half-price select bottles: Wed. & Thurs. Monthly food & wine pairing events.

■ WEBSITE www.fortunateglasswinebar.com

SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET

In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid

country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” coowner Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 7982913.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11am to 9pm and on Sundays from 11am to 8pm.Closed Mon. and Tuesdays.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING:For adventurous palates, pig’s feet and chitterlings.

SPORTS BAR CAROlINA AlE HOUSE

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNCW, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. (910) 791.9393.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am-2am daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector

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■ WEBSITE: CarolinaAleHouse.com

FOX & HOUND PUB & GRIllE

Serving up the best bar food for any local sports fan, Fox & Hound has appetites covered. Located next to Mayfaire Cinema 16, it’s no question that Fox is a great place to go on date night, or to watch the big game on one of the restaurant’s six large projection screens and 19 plasma televisions. Guests can also play pool, darts or video games in this casual-theme restaurant. For starters, Fox offers delicious appetizers like ultimate nachos, giant Bavarian pretzels and spinach artichoke dip. In the mood for something more? Try the hand-battered Newcastle fish ‘n’ chips or chicken tenders, or the grilled Mahi-Mahi served atop a bed of spicy rice. From cheeseburgers and sirloins to salads and wood oven-inspired pizzas, Fox has plenty to choose from for lunch or dinner. Finish the meal with a 6-inch Great Cookie Blitz, a chocolate chip cookie baked fresh to order and served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and Hershey’s syrup. 920 Town Center Drive, (910) 509-0805.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11am– 2am, daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: $5.99 lunch specials and free pool until 2p.m. and $5 cheese pizzas after 10 p.m., both Mon.-Fri. ■ MUSIC: Trivia with Party Gras Entertainment DJ every Thursday at 9pm ■ WEBSITE: foxandhound.com

Coastal Cupcake pairing THURSDAY, APRIL 26 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 5 cupcakes $25/person and 5 wines Reservations required due to limited seating

HEll’S KITCHEN

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style reubens, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options.

Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, darts, and did we mention sports? Free lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133.

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Let’s have zero tolerance for littering in our community The old adage – to think globally and act locally – certainly applies to Earth Day activism. However, it’s a shame that we need a single-day focus to educate people about the issues and encourage responsible behavior year-round.

When one of my young children once asked why we don’t celebrate “Children’s Day” like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, I replied that’s because every day is children’s day. The same should apply to our glorious planet – what if we acted as though every day is Earth Day? I recently flew along the coast in a small plane up to Ocracoke Island, with breathtaking 2000-foot views of dunes, ocean, marsh and waterways. From that vantage point, it’s easy to see how insignificant we are as a human race, yet how significant our actions can be to this place we share with so many other (unsuspecting) species.

Given that awareness, how can anyone act in a way that doesn’t respect our environs? Walk downtown, in our neighborhoods or on the beaches and you’ll see the cigarette butts, paper and plastic trash everywhere. We need to get mad about it and speak up when we see someone littering.

Then we need to act. Join one of these clean-up efforts, or start your own where you live, work, walk and play. You’ll feel good about it and so will Mother Earth.

The Cape Fear Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation does regular beach sweeps. The next one is Saturday April 21 from 9 AM to 12 noon at Topsail Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. www.surfrider.org/capefear Adopt-a-Beach Access at Wrightsville Beach enables groups to adopt a cleanup spot within 650 feet of a beach access for the in-season months. www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com

Danielle Richardet picks up trash every day at Wrightsville Beach.

This picture is from 20 minutes she spent on April 8, 2012 at Access 16.

Litter by weight: 8 lbs 1.4 oz Cigarette butts: 642 Total butts in 132 days: 44,036 Read more at Danielle’s blog: www.itstartswithme-danielle. blogspot.com/

Taking Nature’s Course local programs, activities and people celebrating and protecting our coastal environment

by Kass Fincher www.capefearnative.com The Cape Fear River Watch does cleanups on the river and watershed areas every Second Saturday. You get to ride in a canoe or kayak and have some fun paddling while cleaning up trash. www.capefearriverwatch.org SUP Cleanup was organized by our own Coastal Urge in 2009 to promote beach cleanups by standup paddleboarders because they can go places others can’t.

The Earth Day cleanup is Sunday, April 22, at Bald Head Island at 9:30 AM. sup.coastalurge.com The NC Coastal Reserve needs volunteers for cleanup efforts at their sites, including Masonboro Island, Zeke Island, Bird Island and Bald Head Woods. Go tothe Masonboro Café May 21 at Surf House Café and be a part of FOR Masonboro. www.nccoastalreserve.net

Birds on wire make a joyful noise in a pink canvas sky Discover nature’s whimsy in art, jewelry, ceramics, river wood and photographs.

original oil on wood, jared tramaglini, $150

NC Big Sweep takes place across the state in September and October, aimed at cleaning up our land and waterways. www.ncbigsweep.org Keep America Beautiful of New Hanover County offers help and supplies to any group interested in conducting a cleanup on their grounds between March and May. www.nhcgov.com I’m sure these are just a few of the worthwhile efforts in our area. Email kass@ capefearnative.com to tell us about others so we can help promote them.

Coming up soon: Sat Apr 21 Wilmington Earth Day Festival Hugh McRae Park Free family event, 12 - 6 PM www.wilmingtonearthday.com Sat Apr 21 Third Saturday paddle Northeast Cape Fear River Cape Fear River Watch Meet at 7:45 AM, return by 2 PM www.capefearriverwatch.org Sun Apr 22 5K Race for the Planet NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher Registration at 7 AM, 2 hour race www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher Wed Apr 25 8th Annual Flower Launch Henrietta dock, Cape Fear riverfront New Hanover Community Child Protection Tribute to those who protect our children 4:30 PM, free to public, flowers provided

Think you know what it’s like to live in a Cement Town?

It’s no Picnic in the Park!

Meet folks and hear their compelling stories about life in their cement town.

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Sunday, April 29th from 1-5 PM First Annual Picnic In the Park Castle Hayne Riverside Park FREE FOOD & MUSIC!

Register online! www.CapeFearRiverWatch.org

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Bloom—through 5/19— visitors may explore and enjoy Airlie Thurs-Sat. for two additional hours, until 7pm. Airlie showcases approximately 100,000 bulbs in all stages of bloom throughout the spring season—azaleas, tulips, daffodils, spring blooming trees, camellias and more. Admission: $5 for adults and $3 for children, 6-12. Airlie Gardens’ 2012 concert series starts 5/4, w/performances held on the

YOUR COMPUTER FRIENDS 4/18-20, 8:30am-6pm: Your Computer Friends and PODS Moving Storage will hold an electronics recycling rally. Accepting PCs, Laptops, printers, flat panel monitors, stereo equipment, speakers, D V D / CD players, phones and cables. $10 fee for old big CRT monitors and old TVs with tubes. No appliances, no microwaves or toaster ovens or items that have had food in them.

Bring working computers inside – working equipment can be repurposed to one of our non-profits in need. Your Computer Friends, 3816 Oleander Dr. yourcomputerfriends.com.

ROCKET PITCHES Five regional entrepreneurs will compete for the attention of investors with “rocket pitches” at the bi-annual UNCW Rocket Pitch, 6-7:30pm, 4/18, Burney Center. Entrepreneurs will have eight minutes to demonstrate their product, explain their business model and provide a growth plan through fast-paced presentations with Your Computer Friends and PODS Moving Storage are the goal of gaining financial support. Product holding an “e”-cyling rally! Bring old PCs, laptops, demonstrations and a reception will follow the printers, flat-paneled monitors, stereo equipment, event. A sewer monitoring system and a new DVD/CD players, phones, cables and speakers to YCF at facelift alternative are among the business 3816 Oleander Drive from the 18th through the 20th. concepts that will be pitched. The event offers Please, refrain from bringing appliances, microwaves UNCW students a glimpse into the world of high-growth startups. 910-962-2237. http:// or items involving food. Drop off is free unless recycling old TVs or CRT monitors, which requires a $10 uncwec.org or http://facebook.com/uncwec.

5/18-20: RECYCLE ELECTRONICS

NC SCIENCE FESTIVAL NC Maritime Museums uncover the science behind coastal history by offering events in the upcoming North Carolina Science Festival, 4/18-29, at the NC Maritime Museums in Beaufort, Hatteras and Southport. Spy a different kind of science with the NC Maritime Museum at Southport with “Up, Periscope!”—the newest, hands-on addition in the exhibits – a U.S. Navy periscope. On Sat., 4/21, 10am2pm. Kids of all ages are invited to build their own periscope, and learn the engineering and physics used with them. Free. (910) 457-0003. www.ncmaritimemuseums.com AIRLIE GARDENS Airlie Gardens has announced the dates of its 2012 Spring Bloom, an annual event where the public garden extends its hours so visitors can revel in the new growth and colors of the season. During Spring

lege, downtown or north campus, unless otherwise noted. • Wed., 4/18, 9am-12pm and 1-3pm; Smithsonian Native American Museum Curator Visit - Free Beading Workshop; S-002 - Galehouse Building, Wilmington Campus • Fri.-Sat., 4/27-28, 7am-5pm; NC Mission of Mercy Dental Clinic; Schwartz Center

fee. Working equipment should be brought indoors for refurbishing and donation to nonprofits. first and third Fridays, 6-8pm, May-September, w/ a variety of musical genres, from folk to dance to soft rock. Tickets are $8 for adults, $2 for children and free for Airlie members. 910-798-7700 or airliegardens.org.

CFCC EVENTS All events take place at Cape Fear Community Col-

THALIAN HALL MAIN ATTRACTIONS Thalian Hall Main Attractions Series. Schedule: 4/19, 8pm. The Adam Growe Quiz Show: The host of Canada’s hit TV series “Cash Cab” on Discovery brings his comic trivia, mayhem and even cash prizes to our live audience in a certain historic theatre very near you. www.adamgrowe.com • 4/2021, 8pm: Igudesman and Joo: A Little Nightmare Music reprises an evening that may just be the wildest night of piano & violin in this universe. Now with more 20 million hits on YouTube, the duo of Aleksey Igudesman and Hyung-ki Joo have sold out New York, Toronto, European capitals, and performed in stadiums for 18,000 screaming fans. www.ThalianHall.org Box Office 910-632-2285; 800523-2820. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. Events subject to change. All tickets subject to $1 historic restoration fee added at time of purchase.

RIMS ON THE RIVER See map insert and p. 21! Cars and motorcycles dating 1980 and older line the streets of historic downtown, w/Cape Fear River and a diverse collection of retail stores as their backdrop. This event has grown into a premier show, drawing a wide array of cars from the entire southeast region of the state, as well as a few neighboring states! Southern Culture on the Skids performs in Riverfront Park for free on Sat. night. Live music across downtown bars/supporters. www.rimsontheriver.com UNCW INSTALLATION CEREMONY 4/20: The official installation of Gary L. Miller, the fourth chancellor and seventh leader of UNCW. A month-long celebration will feature a diverse array of events, as the installation of a chancellor represents the continuation of centuries of academic tradition observed by colleges and universities around the world. Miller will take the oath of office at 10:30am on the lawn of Hoggard Hall. The theme of the installation, Dare to Soar, builds upon the university’s traditional motto of Discere Aude, or Dare to Learn, while embracing the challenges and opportunities unique to our current time and place.Campus-wide celebration picnic to follow. Schedule of events—Through 4/20: Face Age Project, Multimedia exhibit using facial aging technology, Warwick Center Lobby • 4/18, 2-7pm: WITX: Wilmington Information Technology

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eXchange and Conference, Computer Information Systems (CIS) Building • 4/19, 7:30pm: Department of Music Honors Recital, Beckwith Recital Hall, Cultural Arts Building • Department of Theatre Production: Margo Veil, 4/19-22, 26-29, 8pm, Thurs., Fri., Sat., 2 p.m. Sunday matinee, Mainstage Theatre, Cultural Arts Building. www.uncw.ed AZALEA OPEN 4/20-22: Azalea Open, Buccaneer Gun Club, lunch available. The members, board of directors and executive committee would like to welcome competitors to the Buccaneer Gun Club and our signature shoot of the year and to enjoy the fruits of our continuing commitment to build one of the great gun clubs in NC. Friday night catered dinner. Saturday night Southern Style BBQ pig and Fried Chicken. www.buccaneergunclub.orgJohn Scott at 910 470 8457 anytime before 11pm or by e-mail scottaa410@aol.com .

WATSON SPRING DINNER MEETING 4/24, 5:30pm: UNCW Watson School of Education Spring Dinner Meeting. Alumni and friends are invited to dinner at the Wise Alumni House, while hearing UNCW Provost, Dr. Cathy Barlow, present on “Providing a Quality Education during Challenging Economic Times.” RSVP: 4/19 alumni@uncw.edu.

ALL-AMERICAN PAGEANT 4/29, Miss All American Coastal Carolina Pageant at the Marriot Ballroom at Carolina Beach. Open title, natural pageant for all girls ages 0-100. Jennifer Britt: 910-385-5668, jennifers3miracles@yahoo.com. missallamericannc.com. Prelim for Miss All American NC state pageant.

5TH ANNUAL GAY PRIDE WEEK Now organizing the 5th annual Gay Pride Week for 6/7-14. Week of celebration includes film festival, educational workshops, ecumenical services at St. Jude MCC Church, potluck picnic and Rainbow Pride March and downtown festival with music and entertainment. Pride March on 6/10 on riverfront, beginning and ending at the Lennon Alton Federal Building. Afterward, a concert kicks off celebration!

Businesses who want to be a part of the march are welcomed to bring a 3 x 5 foot banner to advertise their company; no entry fee. Great way to promote your business and show your support for diversity. wilmingtonpride.com. Wilmingtonpride@gmail.com.

charity/fund-raisers 8TH ANNUAL FLOWER LAUNCH 8th annual Flower Launch, 4/25. In recognition of April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, New Hanover County Community Child Protection Team will be commemorating the 8th annual Flower Launch, 4/25, 4:30pm, Henrietta dock, Cape Fear Riverside. Beautiful and touching tribute is an obser-

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program various barns in the Cape Fear Region are hosting demonstrations ranging from hunter jumping to mounted shooting! Tickets are $15 for Adults and $10 for children 12 and under and can be purchased at any farm on the tour. To see the farms on tour visit our website. www.coastalriding.org

Join Bargain Box of Wilmington for an evening of fun and hilarity, as local author and sometime musician Clyde Edgerton takes the stage at the Church of the Servant, Episcopal, Wilmington, on 4/20, 7pm. An Evening with Clyde Edgerton and Friends promises to be a fine way to end your work week. Kick-back as Clyde entertains everyone with his very droll sense of humor, makes music with his friends and reads from his novels, including his most recent novel, The Night Train, and a forthcoming nonfiction book on fatherhood. Light refreshments and a silent auction of items from Bargain Box and its new upscale section, The Box Office. 4925 Oriole Dr. Tickets: $12 and go on sale Tues., 4/3 at Bargain Box, 4213 Princess Place D, (910) 362-0603; or Old Books on Front Street, 22 North Front St., (910) 762-6657. Available at door.

FREE HAIRCUTS TO HOMELESS VETERANS 4/27, 7am-1pm, VFW post off of Carolina Beach Rd. Miller Motte College will be giving out free haircut coupons at this event to homeless veterans.

R.EVOLUTION BEACH AND MUSIC FESTIVAL 4/27-29: R.EVOLution Music Festival is a weekend long beach/music festival on the far north end of Carolina Beach, otherwise known as Freeman Park, w a purpose is to bring good people together for a good time while creating awareness at the same time. Free, feat. 10 bands, fire dancers, belly dancers, drum circles and all kinds of vendors. Any and all donations as well as volunteers are gladly accepted and appreciated. http://revolutionbeachfest.com. A 4x4 vehicle is required to drive on to the beach and there is a beach fee that the township charges—hat fee does not come from us.

vance of our appreciation for community members and professionals who are dedicated to promoting child wellbeing. Each flower that is launched into the Cape Fear River represents an individual or agency that has positively impacted the lives of local children. We welcome all local educators, social workers, counselors, health care professionals, childcare providers, legal professionals, law enforcement

agents, churches, parents, foster parents, and neighbors to participate. This free event includes music, entertainment, and active participation from the audience in launching flowers. Flowers provided. Event held rain or shine. Shanta Nowell: (910) 343-0703 CAPE FEAR REGION FARM TOUR 4/21, 9am: In benefit of Coastal Therapeutic Riding

VAN DRIVERS NEEDED New Hanover Regional Medical Center is looking for volunteers to drive the hospital’s courtesy van, which travels to various sites surrounding the main campus on 17th Street. Individuals can volunteer weekly or as a substitute driver, providing coverage for a 4 -hour shift. Volunteers will attend general orientation, plus the Defensive Driving course. Applicants must have a NC driver’s license, with no current moving violations. This position does not require a commercial license, so any driver may apply. Nancy Applewhite: 815.5312 or nancy.applewhite@nhrmc.org.

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WILMINGTON INLINE HOCKEY ASSOC. 4/20, 11am-2pm: The Spaghetti Lunch at Jellybeans Family Skate Center enefits Wilmington Inline Hockey Association (WIHA). $6.50 includes spaghetti with meat or marinara sauce, salad, roll and cake.

Take-out only. Tickets available in advance at JellyBeans Skate Center or they can be purchased at the event. wilmingtoninlinehockey@gmail.com • 5/9, 6:30pm: Come out and experience inline hockey! No prior experience or equipment needed. Learn about and experience what Wilmington Inline Hockey Association has to offer!

WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS WEEKEND 4/20-22: Wrightsville Beach hosts 3rd annual World Autism Awareness Weekend. Games and special meals on Friday; Saturday’s 2nd Annual Coastal N.C. Run/Walk at Mayfaire Town Center includes three events: a 5k race, 1 mile fun-run and kid’s dash. Proceeds support autism services, 830am; Surfers Healing presents Family Day in Wrightsville

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Beach Park, 11am-4pm, with hands-on kids’ activities, networking and resource sharing, miniature skate park, and Indo Jax Surf Charity will sponsor the bounce house and Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguards will lead special water safety instruction; Sun, 4/22, water and skating activities at the Blockade Runner, 10am. Kayaks and equipment provided by Hook, Line and Paddle for those who wish to paddle scenic Banks Channel.Captain Joe Abbate, the Cape Fear Naturalist, will offer scenic and comfortable water cruises aboard The Shamrock. A.skate is sponsoring a clinic at the Double Wide Skate Barn in Hampstead, 9am-11am. John Pike: (910) 471-7453. surfershealingnc@yahoo. com.surfershealing.org SEXUAL ASSAULT ACTIVISM MONTH The Rape Crisis Center-Brunswick of Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. will be hosting its 3rd Annual Jeans for Justice Campaign, “Ask Me About My Jeans,” in honor of Sexual Assault Activism Month.

Campaign will be held every Friday throughout the month. Jeans for Justice began in 1999, when a judge in Italy overturned the 1998 rape conviction of a 45-year old driving instructor who had been convicted of raping his 18-year-old student. If you are a business owner, manager and/or supervisor you can ask each of your employees to pay $5 to wear a button, to bring awareness to sexual assault in our community, along with wearing jeans on Fri., 4/20 and 27. All money collected will be donated to the Rape Crisis Center-Brunswick. Each business/ organization that participates will be given a poster to display demonstrating their support for the cause.

• Sat., 4/28, 9am-noon: The Rape Crisis CenterBrunswick of Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. will be hosting its 1st Ever Zumba-Thon, in honor of Sexual Assault Activism Month. 120 Coastal Horizons Dr,

Shallotte NC, located behind the Jones Ford dealership. Registration at 8:30. Pre-reg: $10/day of reg: $15. Each participant is encouraged to garner donations from friends, family and co-workers. Prizes given to most money raised, best outfit and best Zumba moves! Reg. forms: www.supportrcc.org. All money raised will benefit the Rape Crisis Center-Brunswick of Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. Deanna Stoker: 910754-7949 or dstoker@coastalhorizons.org.

SMASH CANCER TENNIS TOURNAMENT Smash Cancer Tennis Tournament, 4/20-22; The Althea Gibson Tennis Complex at Empie Park. Registration: www.smashcancer.org. Also, Sat. 4/21, 10am-3pm: free screening for Oral Head and Neck Cancer provided to the public at Empie Park .

PC GOLF ASSOCIATION The Port City Golf Association Non-profit is raising funds for the youth golf camp and scholarship fund, 4/20-22. 4/20, noon-4pm: receiving guests at the Ramada Inn Conference Center, 500l Market St. Practice rounds at Wilmington Municipal (players are responsible for the cost of practice rounds). Tourney costs: $150/player for 2 rounds of golf (carts/greens fees) prizes, trophies and gifts, Friday evening cookout and Saturday picnic and ladies activities. 4/21, 9pm – until, the Port City Golf Association, will also have a dance at the Wilmington Sportsmen’s Club, 1111 Castle St. • 4/22: Morning Worship Services will be held at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 3701 Princess Place Dr. Awards Ceremony, 3-4:30pm at the Wilmington Municipal Golf Course.

We ask everyone to come out and enjoy all the wonderful events we’re having to enable our youth a chance to better their future. 910-675-9942. daddycabineers@aol.com COASTAL NC RUN/WALK FOR AUTISM 2nd annual Coastal NC Run/Walk for Autism, Sat.,

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4/21, at the TrySports Field at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington. 5K competitive and non-competitive divisions, 1 mile run/walk and Kids Dash. Registration at 7am, with the 5K beginning at 8:30am. The 1 mile run/walk and the Kids Dash will follow. Fee is $25 and early packet pick-up and registration is scheduled for Fri., 4/20, 4-7pm, 4TrySports.

Proceeds support the programs, services and activities of the Autism Society of North Carolina and GHA Autism Supports in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties. www.coastalncrunwalkforautism.com JEANS AND JEWELS BLUE JEAN BALL 4/21: Jeans & Jewels Blue Jean Ball, 6-10:30pm, at the Wilmington Convention Center. A fun cowboythemed evening of buffet dining, dancing to The Schoolboys, silent auction and cash bar. Frances Weller of WECT, mistress of ceremonies. $60/ticket. algreaterwilmington@yahoo.com. Benefits Assistance League of Greater Wilmington, a nonprofit organization that puts caring and commitment into action through its community-based philanthropic programs serving New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender.

UN WOMEN WALK 3K/5K Walk/Fun Run in Wilmington, NC will be on Sun., 4/22, 1:30pm, rain or shine. The Walk/Run will start at Shelter#4 in Hugh MacRae Park. The advance registration fee for those 12+ years of age is $15/walker. There is no registration fee for children under age 12. Students registration fee is $5/ advance. The on-site registration fee will be $20/ walker 12+ years of age and $10/students. On-site registration at 1pm. Walkers 12+ years of age will receive a tee-shirt as a token of appreciation for participating in the event if they register by 4/18. http://2012wilmingtonunwomenwalk-esfb.eventbrite.com/ www.unwomen-usnc.org/walks

MS WALK The annual MS Walk in Wilmington: 4/24, 9am check-in, Greenfield Lake Park. 4-mile walk is free, but tax deductible contributions are encouraged.

Register towalk as part of a group, individually, or as a virtual walker. Walk is open to the public; with families, organizations and community groups invited to participate. Volunteers are also needed to support the event. Free drinks, food and entertainment provided. Register: WalkingForMS.org or call 1-800-FIGHT-MS (1-800-344-4867).

80’S FASHION SHOW 4/25; two seatings, 11am and 1pm; Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 15 Van Campen Blvd. 80s Fashion show presented by Camille’s Closet with clothes from Flashbax. Music by Jewell Events. Raffle prizes, including $100 from Kusek Financial. Benefits Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity. $25/p. Reserve seat: www.capefearhabitat.org or by mail (indicate time), Cape Fear Habitat, 20 N. 4th St. Presented by Camille’s Closet with fashions from Flashbax. Melanie Kriksciun: melanie@capefearhabitat.org NC COATSAL FEDERATION VOLUNTEER 4/25, 10am-2pm: Prereg. for all the events: www. nccoast.org. Thank you. NC Coastal Federation invites community members and volunteers to an oyster shell and marl bagging event at the Waterway Park in Oak Island. Event is part of a project to create oyster habitat along the estuarine shoreline of Oak Island. During this volunteer event we will be filling mesh bags with oyster shells and limestone marl to create bags that will be used to build a new shoreline oyster reef. We will be supplying a bobcat to do the hard work, but we will still need many hands to cut, seal and stack the shell and marl bags.

If you would like to come out for the whole day or a shift in the morning or in the afternoon, we could

use your help. Event is suitable for adults, organized groups, and children aged 10+. Supplies and refreshments will be provided.

PAWSABILITY CAPTAIN’S CHOICE 4/27, noon: The captain’s choice tournament this year will return to Cape FearNational in Brunswick Forest. The registration fee is $100 per golfer,with a shotgun start at 1:30pm. Fee includes lunch, range balls, golf, snacks, entertainment, party and “western” theme dinner to include beerand wine, and of course, no one wants to miss Paws-Ability’severpopular silent auction. Registration and payment using PayPal : www.paws-ability.org.

HUMAN SIDEWALK FORMATION 4/27, Please help us form a human chain down the sidewalks of College Road. Our goal is to join hands from the corner of New Centre Drive to the YWCA and take a stand against racism! To RSVP or learn how you can help spread the word please contact Katie Tate at 910-799-6820 ext. 104 or email volunteers@ywca-lowercapefear.org.

HARRELSON CENTER COURTYARD SALE 4/28, 8am-2pm: Harrelson Center Courtyard Sale fund-raiser, which will benefit the Center and nine other nonprofit organizations. The center provides a place of collaboration for organizations that offer services to people in need. Support is provided to our partners through free utilities and below-market rental rates, providing educational opportunities and coordinating collaborative events. Partners of the building include Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity, WARM, Communities in Schools, Outside the Walls, Phoenix Employment Ministry, Cape Fear Housing Land Trust, Philippians 3 Ministry, Drug Court and Cape Fear Resource Conservation and Development. Great deals on office and home furniture, household items, clothes, kitchen appliances, toys and tons of donations from local businesses. Music, raffle prizes, coffee and donuts! Preview Sale: 4/27, 11am-3pm, to get first dibs on all these great items.

Admission: $10; no admission fee on Saturday. Free parking available in the center parking deck. ajygourlay@gmail.com or 910-343-8212.

CAROUSEL CENTER GOLF TOURNAMENT First Annual Golf Tournment with Sons of the American Legion, Sun., 4/29, 8am; Echo Farms Country Club. The proceeds will help provide Holiday presents and a party to children at the Carousel Center.

Reg.: www.carouselcenter.org

theatre/auditions BROWNCOAT PUB AND THEATRE All shows are $15 GA, $8 student admission. 111 Grace St. • Through 4/28, Leonard Melfi’s “Rag-

gedy Anne Says Hello.” Fri/Sat, 8pm; Sun. shows at 5pm. • 5/10-26: “When Harry Met Sally” (Subject to change) • 6/14-30: Harvey Fierstein’s “Torch Song Trilogy,” opening gala on 6/14, 8pm; Fri/Sat., 8pm; Sun., 5pm. Doors open half-hour prior to show. Tickets: $8-$15. www.browncoattheatre.com ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Award-winning Thalian Association Children’s Theater (TACT) presents the musical comedy “Once Upon a Mattress,” 4/18-22 at the Hannah Block 2nd St. Stage, 120 S. 2nd St. in downtown Wilmington. Performances are Fri/Sat, 7pm; Sun, 3pm. $10 general admission. 910-251-1788. The production, featuring 40 of Wilmington’s brightest young talents, is directed by Mike Thompson with music direction

by Denice Hopper and choreography by Kevin Lee-y Green. Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, melodic and romantic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of “The Princess and the Pea,” a royal courtship and comeuppance provides some side-splitting shenanigans. Music by Mary Rodgers; lyrics by Marshall Barer; book

by Jay Thompson and Dean Fuller.

tenor in the world—is late! A chain reaction of mistaken identities, double entrendres, slamming doors, backstage shenanigans, misguided seductions, and love triangles ensues as this uproariously funny story spins out of control. (910) 632-2285, www.thalianhall.org. Season tickets and gift certificates are ordered through our office, (910) 762-4234. All shows at Thalian Hall. Wed-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm.

Tig Notaro headlines the 2012 Cape Fear Comedy Festival on 5/4. Venues include Nutt Street Comedy Room, The Browncoat Pub & Theatre and City Stage. http://www.portcitystopcomic.com NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM Tickets; $8 and up. Schedule: 4/20-21, Joe Clair (Showtime at Apollo) 4/27-28, Andy Hendrickson (Comedy Central); 5/2-5, 3rd Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival; 5/5 Tig Notaro (Comedy Central, Jay Leno, Conan O’Brien) . 36 comedians from around the country for 4 days of comedy. Tig Notaro will be headling the weekend, 5/4-5, 8pm. • Every Wed. Nutt House Improv Troupe, doors 8pm, showtime 9pm, no cover charge. • Every Thurs. Open Mic Stand Up, doors 8pm, showtime 9pm, no cover. • Nutt St Comedy Room announces the opening of The Studio at Nutt St. We provide a community workshop program for actors, comedians, improv, and public speaking. Workshop provides actors and comedians the ability to develop their skill levels and participate in multiple workshops. Beginners workshops available. All ages are welcome. Timmy Sherrill: 910-520-5520. 255 N. Front St, basement of Soapbox. www.nuttstreet.com. 910-520-5520

FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS AUDITIONS Mill Creek Players Performing Arts is holding auditions for the world premiere staged read through workshop of Follow Your Dreams the Musical on Sat., 4/21, 10am, Trinity UMC Family Life Center (4008 S. College Rd). Feat. music and lyrics by local artists Christopher Dayett and Barbara Gallagher.

DIRECTOR NEEDED!

The Azalea Coast Chorus, also known as the Sweet Adelines of Wilmington, is a four-part a cappella group, 17-strong, who perform barbershop-style concerts around the region. They’re in need of a new director, as their current one is retiring. With Monday night meetings in full swing, new members are always welcomed to join as well. For more information about the singing group or about the director position, call (910) 270-1519. E-mail rspaven@gmail.com

SNEADS FERRY AUDITIONS The Sneads Ferry Community Theatre presents A Summer Entertainment Revue, weeknights in July! Auditions Thursday, 4/19, 7pm.

Sneads Ferry Community Center, 126 Park Ln. Performers needed: musicians, singers, actors, dancers, comediennes, clowns, entertainersto put on fun evenings of skits, solo acts, and small groups. SFCT holds Workshops (open to the public) on every third Tuesday of the month. www.sneadsferrycommunitytheatre. com Gaylene Branton: 910-389-8776 UNCW THEATRE DEPT See page 10.

BIG DAWG PRODUCTIONS See page 12.

NUNSENSE 2: THE SECOND COMING 4/20-22, 7:30pm or Sun matinees at 3pm. Brunswick Little Theatre presents “Nunsense 2: The Second Coming” at Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College. The book, music, and lyrics are by Dan Goggin, w/special arrangements with Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc. Tickets: $6-$17, www.bccowa.com/ or 1-800754-1050, ext 7416.

LEND ME A TENOR 4/25-29, 5/4-6: Opera House Theatre Company presents Ken Ludwig’s “Lend Me a Tenor.” It’s September 8, 1934, during opening night for Otello, the Cleveland Grand Opera Company’s gala season opener. The tickets are sold, the stage is set, and the orchestra is ready, but Tito Morelli —the greatest

music/concerts AZALEA COAST CHORUS The Azalea Coast Chorus is looking for a new director; current director is retiring. Four-part cappella harmony, barberhsop style, singing chorus with 17 members, and we meet on Monday nights. New members are welcome to join us. 910-270-1519 or rspaven@gmail.com

Roles available for adults, high schoolers, and 1 boy (age 8-10). Prepare to learn a song from the show; rehearsals on Saturdays in May/June, with the public performance in late June. 910-379-7ACT. www.FollowYourDreamsTheMusical.com.

NC SYMPHONY All Wilmington concerts at 8pm in Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Schedule: 4/19: Grant Llewellyn, Music Director. Catrin Finch, harp. Ceiri Torjussen: Momentum. Karl Jenkins: Over the Stone. Pwyll ap Sion: Gwales. Mathias: Symphony No. 3

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ACOUSTIC SPOTLIGHT ON THE RIVER Join Wilmington Water Tours every week for a relaxing cruise down the Cape Fear River. Each week we will feature a different local musician on board for your listening pleasure. Full bar will be open and we will have some light snacks to enjoy. Thurs/Fri, 6pm $27/p. 4/19 Brent Stimmel; 4/20 Robby Berry; 4/26 Mark Daffer; 4/27 Duo Lumina. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 Water St. (910) 338-3134. www. wilmingtonwatertours.com

PORT CITY TOP COMIC 4/27, 28 and 5/4: 5th year Port City’s Top Comic feat. first round of the preliminaries will be Fri., 4/27.

Comedians will perform 5 minutes of stand-up and be voted on by the audience and each other. Six comics will advance from this round and go on to perform at the finals held Fri., 5/4, during the Cape Fear Comedy Festival. The winner of Port City’s Top Comic wins a trophy, a cash prize, gets to open for Tig Notaro during the closing event of the Cape Fear Comedy Festival, and also will be given a feat. a slot at the 2012 Iowa Comedy Festival in October. Tickets are $5 in advance; $8 at the door. Over a dozen comics performing. Doors at 7pm; show at 8pm.

KARRIN ALLYSON New York jazz artist and Grammy-nomintated singer and pianist Karrin Allyson and the UNCW Big Band will perform at Kenan Auditorium located on the campus of UNCW, 8pm, 4/20. www.uncw.edu/

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presents. $24 general public, $20 faculty and staff and $6 students. Kenan Box Office 910.962.3500 orwww.etix.com.

TED’S ON THE RIVER 4/20, 7-9pm: Live Music on the River, free! Nicole Thompson, vocalist, and Jeff Simmons, pianist. Jazz, Broadway and pop faves at Ted’s Fun on the River! 2 Castle St. www.tedsfun.com ROCK AGAINST RAPE BENEFIT CONCERT 4/21: Capt’n Bills located at 4240 Market St. 10th Annual Port City Rock Against Rape Benefit Concert. Live music, raffle prizes, volleyball and cornhole tournaments, RAR Olympics, and much more!

Proceeds from the event help to maintain the services offered by the Rape Crisis Center of Coastal Horizons Center here in Wilmington. The Rape Crisis Center offers free and confidential 24-hour crisis intervention services, hospital response, follow-up counseling and court accompaniment to victims of sexual violence and prevention education to our community. Rape Crisis Center at (910) 392-6936. www.supportrcc.org.

CAPE FEAR CHORALE The Cape Fear Chorale, under the direction of Jerry Cribbs, will present concert on Sun., 4/22, 4pm, at Grace Methodist Church, Grace and 4th St. A Choral Potpourri feat. selections from Batten, Billings, Christiansen, Daugherty, Ferguson, Flummerfelt, Gilkyson, Gilpin, Handel, Hanson, Manuel, Rheinberger, Ticheli, Victoria, Whitacre, and Wilberg.

The all-volunteer Chorale is now in its 13th year and presents two concerts annually, free and open to the public. Donations gratefully accepted. www.capefearchorale.org. info@capefearchorale.org.

PALM ROOM CUSTOMER APP. PARTY 4/27, 5-8pm: Come out to Palm Room for our Cus-

tomer Appreciation Party with free food, giveaways and great drink prices.

WSO MASTERWORKS SERIES 4/28, 8pm: Masterworks Series Season Finale: Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, Kenan Auditorium.

Joining the Wilmington Symphony for Beethoven’s spectacularly rousing Ninth Symphony with its lifeaffirming “Ode to Joy” are soloists Rochelle Bard, mezzo-soprano, Jami Rhodes, alto, Joshua Collier, tenor, and Curtis Campbell, bass along with the UNCW Concert Choir, Joe Hickman, director. 9623500. wilmingtonsymphony.org/masterworks.html

in downtown Wilmington. To schedule auditions go to info@capefearchorale.org.

dance SHAG LESSONS Shag lessons with instructor Ken Jones: Thursdays, 4/19. No partner is needed. Beginner 6:45-7:45pm.

Intermediate 7:45-8:45pm. Fees: WB Residents $35, Non-residents $45. Fran Russ Recreation Center. Pre-reg. requested. 910-256-7925.

CABINEER’S PROMOTIONS Cabineer’s Promotions and Oneville Productions is presenting an R&B Show featuring the Great Pretenders and Ecklectik Soulz performing some of their greatest oldies and newest hits. This is a relaxing atmosphere for all of us that miss enjoying an evening out with live entertainment. 4/28, 9pm: Wilmington Sportsmen’s Club. Dance follows. Advance tickets are $10 and $15 at the door. 516-306-3022 or 910200-3683

BABS MCDANCE Weekend of 4/20: Workshops with Christian McCullen on Saturday as well as private lessons throughout the weekend! • 4/21: Workshops in LA Salsa, 11am, Bachata Musicality, noon, NY Salsa, 1:30pm, Urbanelectro, 2:30pm, and Hot Pants Party, 8pmmidnight! • Free dance classes for Parkinson’s, Lewy Body, and Caregivers, every Wed, 2-3:30pm. Babs McDance Social Dance Studios. 6782 Market St. (910) 395-5090. babsmcdance.com

MUSIC AT FIRST 4/29, 5pm: Music at First presents Domonique Launey on piano, performing Back’s Prelude and Fugue in E Major, BWV 878; Beethoven’s Sonata in A Major Op. 2, No. 2 and Chopin’s Sonatat in B-Flat minor Op. 35, No. 2. Free but donations appreciated.

First Presbyterian Church, 125 S. 3rd St. 910-7626688. www.firstonthird.org.

SINGLE’S DANCES All dances at the Am. Legion Post 10 unless noted otherwise. No shorts, miniskirts or jeans. Music from 9-11pm; cost w/DJ, $10; w/band, $10-$12. • 4/20: Family Jams Band • 4/27: DJ Buddy Langley. Dale Thompson (910)619-1054.

CAPE FEAR CHORALE The Cape Fear Chorale will hold auditions for adult singers in all voice parts beginning 5/1. The Chorale will present “Gloria” by Vivaldi and “Magnificat” by Schubert on 11/18. The non-profit group rehearses Monday evenings at Grace United Methodist Church

SWING AND BALLROOM Wed. through 4/25 Classes 12:30:Beginner Ballroom, 1:30:Intermediate Ballroom, 2:30 Swing, Singles/Couples. New Hanover County Resource Center, 2222 College Rd, Advance. 910 799-2001 TANGO WILMINGTON Tango classes and social dancing, Fridays, Carolina

Lounge of Ramada Inn. 5001 Market Street (between College and Kerr). 7:30-9:30pm. $5 lounge entrance includes beginners’ lesson, 7:30. • 4/21: Cecil & Iryna, 4-5.30pm, and 9pm-1am, Verna’s Ballroom Dancesport • 4/28: Jae, 4-5.30pm, and 9pm1am: TBA, Verna’s Ballroom Dancesport : 4523 Franklin Ave, Cost: $10/person/class. Ellen Bethune: 910-352-1219. eb18781@hotmail.com 76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 SURFER TANGO Salsa on 2 NYC style, Thurs, 8pm, $5/person at Orton’s Pool Hall. Lesson at 7pm; all welcome and no partner needed. Surfertango@gmail.com www. surfertango.com CONTRA DANCE Tues. night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church, S. 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm. Social dance all levels; singles and couples, families, students and all! $4. (910) 538-9711.

art/exhibits ART WORKSHOP 4/18-20, 9am: Wilmington Art Association is pleased to have Lois Griffel lead a premier, five-day plein air workshop. For more information on the

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THURSDAY 2.00 Lions Head Pilsner 16oz. cns • $3.00 Flying Dog Bottles $ 2.00 PBR 16oz. cns • $5.00 Quesadillas $ 6.00 Taco Salads • 75¢ Frog Legs FRIDAY $ 3.50 Tall Boys 23oz. all Draft beer with 12 plus choices $ 5.25 Beer Man Tacos • $6.50 Philly Cheese Steak Faddi SATURDAY 2.50 Natty Greene Buckshot Amber Pints $ 6.25 Original Faddi’s w/ Fries • $10.00 Fajitas $

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ARTFUL LIVING GROUP Artful Living Group located at 112 Cape Fear Blvd., 910-458-7822. info@artufllivinggroup.com. April: Wendy Kowalski.Mezza 9: “Notes for Joy” assembles inspirations of wondrous and blissful figures, dancers and contortionists flowing into life’s source.

621N4TH Michelle Connolly and Colleen Ringrose will showcase their latest works at 621N4TH Gallery through May. In the new body of work by Michelle Connolly, encouraged by Colleen Ringrose, she has explored a different medium: encaustic—just another way to express the potential she sees in the discarded material she salvages and makes into paintings.

Watermarks and wallpaper from the 1930’s have influenced Ringrose’s new body of work. Like Connolly she is a “digger” finding her images in old and discarded books; inspiration for these new paintings comes from an unlikely source, a book for stamp collectors from 1936. 621 N. Fourth St. CHECKER CAB PRODUCTIONS “Naked Truth” by Francisca Dekker featuring original figurative drawings and pastels. Known for her more colorful and expressive pieces, Dekker will be presenting an extension of that work. Abstract, free-form style of drawing in pencil, ink, and oil pastels, tells a story expressing the humor as well as the seriousness that she sees in the human form.

Exhibit runs through 4/20. Checker Cab Gallery, 130 N, Front St., 910-352-1575. www.CheckerCabProductions.com BRASS, STRINGS AND KEYS Brass, Strings and Keys, an original series by national artist, Cammeron Alekzandra Batanides, opens 4/20 at Groove Jet Salon, 112 Princess St., 6-8pm. Batanides works predominantly in watercolors, acrylics and charcoal, on paper, canvas and wood. “Brass, Strings and Keys” is scheduled for multiple exhibitions on the East Coast in 2012 and the West Coast in 2013. This series is a body of work based upon music, intended to evoke emotion and thought using lines, color and simplicity. www. artbycammeron.com LE PETIT ATELIER DU MONDE 4/27, 6pm: An International Art Residency exhibition featuring the new paintings of Gerlinde Pistner from Nurnberg, Germany, Virginia Wright-Frierson and Dick Roberts from Wilmington at Acme Art Studios.

“Le Petit Atelier du Monde” (the little studio of the world) is the first annual residency hosted by Dick Roberts and will recur eachspring in either April or May at Acme. The exhibition is also a part of the Wilmington 4th Friday Gallery tour. 711 N. 5th Ave.

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FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT Fourth Friday Gallery Nights 2012 are free monthly events where local galleries, studios and art spaces open their doors to the public in an after-hours celebration of art and culture. Self-guided tours feature exhibitions of various artistic genres, as well as opening receptions, artist discussions, demonstrations, live music, wine, food and other traditional and nontraditional art-related activities. Dates: 4/27. www. wilmingtonfourthfridays.com.

SPECTRUM ART GALLERY 4/28: Birthday Bash! noon-4pm, with balloons, cake and more special surprises! The $1500 shopping spree winner will be announced at 4pm!

Every customer will receive a $15 Spectrum gift certificate for every minimum $25 purchase made in April. One per day, accumulate as many as you want! In addition to the $15 gift certificates the customers name will be entered into a drawing for a $1500 Spectrum shopping spree! The winner must be present when their name is drawn.

910-256-2323, at The Forum 1125-H Military Cutoff Rd. PELICANS Pelicans: An Exhibition by Artists of the Coastal Region at WHQR 91.3fm Public Radio’s MC Erny Gallery. Featuring a group of nearly 20 area artists who have come together to create a themed exhibition focusing on pelicans of our coastal environment.

Show on display through 5/4. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR. Warwick Building at 254 N. Front St., third floor.

BOTTEGA EVENTS Now on display: Work by Gabriel Lehman. Mon: Closed through winter • Tues (4pm-midnight): Starving artist night and open paint. • Wed (4pm-mid.): Weekly wine tastings, 7pm. bottegaartbar@gmail. com. 208 N. Front St. 910-763-3737, www.bottegagallery.com.

PROJEKTE Projekte Gallery & Lounge presents its grand opening after changing ownership with “Uncomfortable Satisfaction,” an exhibit showcasing provocative oil on canvas art along abstract and functional ironworks

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GOING PLACES Going Places opens Fri., 4/27, at New Elements Gallery, 201 Princess St. The show will feature paintings by J. Michael Kennedy, Catherine C. Martin, and Hunter Stephenson. Three distinctly different artists on display through 5/19. Peaceful tranquility of J. Michael Kennedy’s “skyscapes”; energy of Martin’s alla prima (literally meaning “at once”) style paintings; Stephenson’s effective use of negative space with a looseness of color and form. Fourth Friday Gallery Night opening reception: 4/27, 6-9pm. www.newelementsgallery.com

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museums NC AQUARIUM Exotic Aquatics Gallery has added white-spotted jellyfish (Phyllorhiza punctata) to its collection.The Exotic Aquatics Gallery traditionally features non-native marine species. Guests can learn more about the life cycle of a jellyfish while viewing these beautiful animals. Educates the public on the importance of well-balanced ecosystems. • Events: Aquarist Apprentice, Behind the Scenes Tour, Breakfast with the Fishes, Mommy and Me, Canoeing the Salt Marsh, Surf Fishing Workshop. Pre-reg. classes. 910-4588257; www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher. 900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green

4/21: KIDS AT CAM Have an artistically driven child in need of some creative loafing? Take them to the Cameron Art Museum this weekend, Saturday the 21st, to enjoy a day of innovation and imagination. From noon to 3 p.m., kids can enjoy learning about our local art museum and creating their own colorfully enriched art projects. Admission is $3 for members or $5 for non-members, and adults can tag along for free! No pre-registration is needed either. 3201 17 Street Ext., at intersection of Independence Blvd.

Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Leading to Reading Literacy Class , 9am, and Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Sat, Discovery Fitness, 4pm; Sun., Acting Club 2pm. • Drop off gently used books at our Museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books and benefit nonprofits. www.playwilmington.org CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Out of Fashion, Hughes Wing, 4/28-5/19; In 1815, when the first cotton mill was established in Lincoln County, NC, it stood as one of the physical

and symbolic cornerstones of an industry that would come to define the economic and cultural being of NC. Following the offshore exodus of the 1990s, today NC is rebuilding through hybrid development, with one of the fastest growing markets in the state being the export of intermediate/unfinished goods that overseas firms turn into finished products. These materials are in a raw, in-between state—their promise yet to be realized—much like the textile industry of the 21st century, and our current understanding of it. • Julie VonDerVellen, Hughes Wing, 4/28-5/19; Represents the first museum exhibition featuring work by this emerging artist, Julie VonDerVellen, a recent MFA graduate from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. A close inspection of these seemingly pedestrian garments of everyday wear reveal highly crafted, intricate constructions made entirely of handmade paper derived from recycled cotton clothing. Garments evoke memories; memories evoke garments. • Civil War Era Drawings from the Becker Collection, Brown Wing, through 5/6. Features 127 “first hand” drawings depicting colorful aspects of life and action during the Civil War era. Original drawings by artist-reporters for the Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper, were used to inform a reading public consumed by the need to know what was happening throughout America as it struggled to establish its national identity. • Exhibition tours every Wed. at 12:30pm Sun. at 2:30pm. • Lecture/book signing w/Emil Her Many Horses, 4/18, 7pm. Brown Wing Film Room; seating is limited. CAM members and students, $5; non-members, $10. Emil Her Many Horses is an associate curator in the office of Cultural Resources at the National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI), Smithsonian Institution. He will share his experiences of creating traditional native artwork and his continued role in the preservation and education of native craft and cultures. His book, Song for the Horse Nation: Horses in Native American Cultures will be available for purchase and signing. Also: two free daytime beading workshops at Cape Fear Community College on Wed., 4/18, 9am-noon and 1-3pm. Daniel Sheret, CFCC, 910-264-8108, or dsheret759@mail.cfcc. edu. • Kids @ CAM, 4/21, noon-3pm. $3/child, nonmembers: $5/child, adults free. Come enjoy a day of creativity and imagination! Make art you can take home! Fun for the whole family! No pre-registration necessary, parental supervision required at all times.

• 4/21, 10am-2pm: The newly formed 1st North Carolina Company E has made the Cameron Art Museum its home site. The unit will provide monthly civil war activities on the museums grounds, so come and watch drills, rifle firings and more. The museum’s site is where Major General Robert F. Hoke made his last stand against Union soldiers comprised primarily of U.S. Colored Troops in the final fight for

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Wilmington on February 20, 1865.Open to public.• CLASSES: Life Drawing every Tues., 6-9pm. Group meets in Reception Hall. Participants provide own dry drawing materials and watercolors. $70/6-wks.

• Museum School summer master classes for middle and high-school students. • Hand and Wheel Pottery Techniques: Mon/Wed, 5/30-7/29, 9amnoon, or Tues/Thurs, 5/29-7/26, 5:30-8:30pm.

CAM Members: $250; Non-members: $300. Hiroshi Sueyoshi teaches handbuilding, wheel throwing, glazing and finishing techniques. Class size is limited. Open to all skill levels, ages 16+. • Museum School: New classes. www.cameronartmuseum. com/adult.php or call 910-395-5999 (ext. 1008 or 1024). • Tai Chi, Yoga and Zumba! Beginners are always welcome. dmoore@cameronartmuseum.com.

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Tues-Sun,11am-5pm; Thurs: 11am-9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. www.cameronartmuseum.com. 910-395-5999.

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CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Through 7/15: Cape Fear Treasures: “Shoes” takes a glimpse into a selection of footwear from Cape Fear Museum’s permanent collection. 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries featuring spectator oxford pumps, lace-up boots, satin slippers, Air Jordans and more! • Shopping Around Wilmington: In an era before mega-malls, online ordering and bigbox stores, shopping in Wilmington centered around downtown. Museum will explore ways in which increasing suburbanization changed people’s retail experiences. EVENTS: Volunteer Open House held first Wed. of mo. Opportunities are available in museum store, working with the historic collection, and as an education docent. • New Hanover County Resident’s Day: Residents admitted free first Sun. ea. mo. • Learning Center: Wonders of Light, 4/21, 28, 1-4pm, for all ages w/admission. Discover the colors of light and see what happens when you mix them. • Cape Fear Skies: A realistic planetarium experience the third Sunday of each month w/ admission. • Hours: 9am-5pm through Labor Day, Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; $6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3.

Museum members admitted free. 814 Market St. 910-798-4367. www.capefearmuseum.com.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of Wrightsville Beach. 256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com. (910)256-2569 WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for more than 130 years. Interests and activities for all ages including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively children’s area, and spectacular scale models. Housed in an original 1882 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. Groups receive special guided tours. Facilities can also be booked for meetings or mixers, accommodating groups of up to 150. • Story Times designed for younger visitors first and third Mon, 10:30am. $4 per family is charged to cover program costs and includes access to the rest of the Museum. Museum admission only $6 for adults,

$5 for seniors/military, $3 for children 2-12, and free under age 2. Located at the north end of downtown at 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634 or www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. 126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM Cool down in front of “Anaconda Splash” exhibit in the indoor tropical jungle. See, photograph and even touch rare animals assembled from all over the planet in beautiful simulations of their natural environments. Meet colorful jungle birds, crocodiles, king cobras, black mambas and many more. Open from 11am-5pm, Sat. from 11am-6pm. 20 Orange Street at Front Street on historic downtown riverwalk. (910) 762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itfocuses on

4/19: LAKE WACCAMAW HIKE Halyburton Park holds NC Birding Trail Hikes frequently and will embark on Lake Waccamaw this Thursday from 8 a.m. to noon. Folks will explore the area and learn about the species of birds surrounding the community. The hike is 2 miles and appropriate clothing and shoes is necessary. The cost is $10 and includes transportation to and from Halyburton Park; call ahead of time for more information and registration, (910) 341-0075. history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action. • 4/13, 6:30pm, Listening room concert: “Jazz Age: The Music of the 1920s,” featuring the smooth and sophisticated vocals of Susan Savia, accompanied by the amazing and talented Al DiMarco on piano and accordion. $20, seating limited. RSVP: 910-251-3700. Wine and beer will be available for purchase, and tasty desserts during the break. All proceeds go to the historic Bellamy Mansion Museum. • Thomas Day, Cabinet Maker: Man in the Middle with Laurel Sneed. Laurel Sneed will discuss her research, including interesting Wilmington connections, on master cabinet maker Thomas Day. The photography exhibit: Thomas Day, Free Man of Color, based on the book of the same name, is currently in the Bellamy Mansion’s exhibit space. • 6/4, 9/17 and 12/17: Spring Tea at the Bellamy, 2pm. Tea service with finger sandwiches and sweets while listening to the romantic music of Susan Savia. $35; 10% discount at gift shop that day and access to the Tim Buchman photography exhibit at the Bellamy. RSVP: 910.251.3700 ext.

103. Proceeds go to operations of Bellamy Mansion Museum. • Jamie Moncrieff, former chief photographer for the Wilmington Star-News and current coordinator of UNCW’s photographic services, is

offering photography classes. 3/21, 6pm. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

sports/recreation WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH FITNESS Yoga: Tues/Wed, 6:30pm.• Beginner Pilates, Tues/ Thurs, 7:30-8:15am. • Pilates 50/50, Mon/Wed/ Fri, 10:30-11:30am. Combines the stabilizing and strengthening benefits of pilates with the flexibility and postures of yoga. • Low-Impact Aerobics: Mon./Wed./Fri., 8am-9am and 9am-10am. Geared for seniors, suitable for any adult and all fitness levels.• Tone and Stretch, Tues/Thurs, 8:30-9:15am.

Geared for seniors, suitable for any adult and all fitness levels. • Boot Camp: Tues/Thurs, 6-7am; Sat., 8am-9am, (January-October). 910-256-7925.

HALYBURTON ACTIVITIES NC Birding Trail Hikes, a driving trail to link birders with great birding sites across the state and local communities. Ea. mo. explore different site along Coastal Plain Trail in Southeastern NC. Appx 2 mil. hikes; transportation from Halyburton included. Lake Waccamaw, 4/19, 8am-noon, $10. • Snake and Turtle Feeding, ages 3 & up. Wed., 4/18, 4-4:30pm. Cost: $1 Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Event Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and a turtle will be fed during the demonstration. • 5/5, 9am-3pm: Yoga and Nature Retreat w/vigorous flowing practice and canoeing, departing from Greenfield Park and exploring its lake, natural and cultural history. Silent hike to Longleaf Pine forest and wind down. Pre-reg rqd! $45. Halyburton Park. 4099 S. 17th St. 341-0075 www.halyburtonpark.com OAK ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE RUN 4/21: Oak Island Lighthouse Run, 10k run/walk, 5k and new this year, 1/2 marathon! All runs will now begin and end at the N.C. Baptist Assembly, Fort Caswell. The changes to the Oak Island Lighthouse Run are designed to eliminate logistical challenges with the growth of the event and to alleviate traffic congestion created by past closings of the G.V. Barbee Bridge. 910-457-6964 or www.lighthouse10k.com WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH PARKS & REC Tennis lessons for youth & adults, tennis ladder, cape fear cotillion, performance club, bridge workshops, line dancing, shag lessons, traffic skills 101, youth art & jewelry camp, youth tennis camp, youth lacrosse camp, youth soccer camp, adult basketball league, kayaking & SUP workshop, NC Coastal Shorebird workshop, yoga, pilates, boot camp, tone & stretch, and low impact aerobic classes. For more information call 910-256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

film CINEMATIQUE See page 17.

LUNAFEST See page 19.

CAPE FEAR INDEPENDENT FILM FEST

Cape Fear Independent Film Network’s (CFIFN) 12th annual Cape Fear Independent Film Festival (CFIFF). Event will be held downtown Wilmington, 4/26-29. Festival will screen films from around the globe and many shot right here in NC. Additional activities will include seminars, panel discussions, social and networking events. Venues include The Browncoat Theatre, Nutt St. Comedy Room and City Stage Theater. Celebrity host for this year’s festival is Julianna Guill (“One Tree Hill”, “CSI:MIAMI”, “How I Met Your Mother” “Crazy Stupid Love”).

Kicks off 4/26, with a regional showcase, feat. short films by local and regional filmmakers; ends Sun, 4/29, with 2012 Wilmington Film Awards, with trophies, prizes and cash in 10 different categories including Best Local Film. CFIFN has awarded over $25,000 in prizes and production assistance to local filmmakers; it is the only NC film festival to award cash prizes. Best Picture nominees and Creative Spirit Award in honor of local radio DJ and actor Wayne Bradley and is given to one individual who exemplifies a fierce creative spirit partnered with a sense of community. WilmingtonTickets.com. cfifn. org. Rich Gerhon: richardg@cfifn.org.

kids stuff

HAPPY LITTLE SINGERS Now in Leland! Sing, dance and play with your little one! Early childhood music and movement for 6 mo. to 6 yrs. Leland Parks and Recreation Classroom Building, Thursday 9:30am. Also, Downtown Community Arts Center, Tuesday 9:15am and Carolina Beach Parks and Recreation Building Tuesday at 11:30am $10 per family. Drop ins welcome. www. happylittlesingers.com or 910-777-8889.

HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS AND CAMP Shady Paddock Stables at 1336 Lt. Congleton Rd. at Big Cypress Farm in Monkey Junction offers riding lessons and summer camps for ages 3 years and up. Become a regular student by May 1 and receive a huge discount on camp. Visit us on Facebook or the web. Sharon Rooks: 910-520-4150 for more information.www.shadypaddockstables.com.

NEW SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Through 5/24: The School of the Arts was developed to give school-aged students a chance to explore and experience the Arts in a professional setting. We teach students the skills for making excellent theater (singing, dance, set-building, costumes, props, acting) but also how to use those skills in a “real-world” setting (school, home, relationships). Classes start meet Thurs, 4:30-6:30pm with two additional rehearsals on Wednesdays in May. Our final production, 5/24, 7pm, will be determined upon the ages of students enrolled. A class schedule will be given out on our first day.First Christina Church, 900 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonvile, NC. 910-545-2296.

readings/lectures

ATLANTIS 4/19, 9pm: UNCW’s creative magazine, Atlantis, is debuing its spring issue. Come out to the Soapbox Laundro-Lounge for live music, readings, and free copies of Atlantis. The event is open to the public and is free for those 21 and older and only $3 for those under 21. Please come out and support UNCW’s creative magazine Atlantis.

OLD BOOKS ON FRONT STREET The Going Green Book Club Selections for the next few months: 5/1: “Walden; or Life in the Woods”

by Henry David Thoreau (1854); 6/5, “World on the Edge: How to Prevent Environmental and Economic Collapse” by Lester R. Brown (2011); 7/3: “Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things,” by William A. McDonough & Michael Braungart (2002).

Books available and members receive a 15% off. • 4/18, 7pm: Local Author’s Book Club Book feat.

“All Will Be Revealed” by Robert Anthony Siegel (debut novel, “All The Money in The World,”).

Thoughtful, insightful reading and author signing.

• April is Script Frenzy Month—the script version of National Novel Writing Month. We will have writeins and support groups going all month! • Bloomsday: WStaged reading of the play within the book, feat. Jef Pollock, of both The Scoop Ice Cream and Hotdogs and Changing Channels fame, will be directing. We still need performance readers: (910) 409-5047. Festivitiesare 6/17, 4:30pm, Old Books on Front St. The Scoop will be serving a hotdog inspired by Ulysses, maybe a Bloomsday Ice Cream, and of course we will be purchasing delicacies from Sugar on Front St! Bloomsday celebrates James Joyce’s contribution to literature! • 4/27, 6-8pm: Melissa Wilgis is Featured Artist of May! She combines her passion for photography with historic preservation. 2nd reception: 5/10, as part of Historic Preservation Month The Historic Wilmington Foundation, w/fundraiser 6-8pm. (910) 76-BOOKS (26657) • www.OldBooksOnFrontSt.com

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FIGMENTS GALLERY April-June: Figments Art Boutique will have poetry classes with Michelle Hicks every Tues in April, May and June, 7pm. Students will encounter guided poem starters and free writing, instruction on poetic form, exploration of contemporary poets, and supportive workshop. Advanced poets can polish manuscripts and receive guidance in seeking publication. Materials: Journal, pen/pencil, folder. $25/ class • 4/21-22, 10am-4pm: Some Assembly Required; Metal Jewelry Worksop—Using collage as the trigger, we’ll use some nifty tools and cold connections to create colorful and personal assemblage jewelry that showcases your unique touch. Ken will also demonstrate a variety of techniques including bending, folding, riveting, bolting, tying, stitching, linking, pinning and setting mechanics to assemble your personal one-of-a-kind jewelry. Instructor Ken Bova; $250. Figments Gallery, 1319 Military Cutoff Rd, Landfall Center. 910-509-4289 BUILD A BOG WITH CARNIVOROUS PLANTS Coastal Carolina Community College Natural Science faculty and eXtreme Science Club students will present “Build a Bog with Carnivorous Plants” on Sat., 4/21, 9am-noon, the Coastal campus in Jacksonville. Sponsored in conjunction with the 2012 NCScience Festival (NCSF), 4/13-29, fea-

BARNES AND NOBLE All events are free and open to the public and Barnes and Noble in Mayfaire Town Center.

Schedule: 4/21, 1-5pm meet and greet with Christian writer Tim Owens, The Search Committee.

Southern Baptist preacher, he has lived in Southport, Granite Falls, Shallotte, and Holden Beach N.C., w/degrees from The Citadel and Clemson University and has a Ph.D. in Environmental EngiThe New Hanover County Public Library is planning neering. • 4/29, 1-5pm, meet and greet its second annual storytelling festival, Story Extravaw/James Kaufman,The Collectibles.

Attorney, businessman and former ganza, on the 12th of May from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. judge, he’s published several works of Currently, they are calling out to performers who non-fiction and debuts a novel drawing wish to apply, accepting 20 artists or groups to help heavily from his experiences in law, his act out five-minute skits based on children’s book of dealings in the business world, and his interactions with people from widely difperformer’s choice. Though not paid, a free table is ferent backgrounds. offered in the vendor area to promote services or sell

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PERFORMERS NEEDED!

NEW HANOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY products! Contact Scooter Hayes at (910) 798-6367 for New Hanover County Public Library more information! is now accepting performer applications for Story Extravaganza 2012! This 2nd annual storyturing science events across the State of NC. telling festival is scheduled for Sat., 5/12, 10amParticipants should be prepared to get their hands 1pm, at Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. dirty as they learn how to grow carnivorous plants 20 performances by local artists or groups will be native to the area, including the Venus Flytrap. 25 featured at Story Extravaganza. Performances will participants will have an opportunity to construct each be five minutes long and based on the chiltheir own mini-bogs with these cultured Venus Flydren’s book of the performer’s choice. Performers traps to take home. Mark Shields, 910-938-6283. are not paid but may register for a free table in the shieldsm@coastalcarolina.edu vendor area where they may promote services and NATIONAL NANNY TRAINING DAY sell products. Scooter Hayes: shays@nhcgov.com 4/28/, 9:20am: Our mission is to raise awareness 910-798-6367. of the importance of training for early childcare providers and to raise the overall level of quality nanny care.This is a national event taking place in over 30 cities. We are excited to bring nannies and local educators together to participate in this event. It’ll GREENWAY PLAN WORKSHOPS be Saturday April 28, 2012 the last day of NAEYC’s The WMPO, City of Wilmington and New Hanover Week of the Young Child. Lisa Willis: carolina.nanCounty invite area residents to attend any of three ny@yahoo.com public open house workshops for the Wilmington/ NC COASTAL SHOREBIRD WORKSHOP New Hanover County Comprehensive Greenway UNCW and the Cape Fear Naturalist will be hostPlan. Each workshop will feature the same inforing a free NC Coastal Shorebird workshop at the mation: 4/18, 4-7 pm, at Carolina Beach Town Fran Russ Recreation Center at Wrightsville Beach Hall, 1121 North Lake Park Blvd • 4/19, 4-7 pm, Park on Friday, 5/4, 7pm.The mission of the preat Ogden Elementary School, 3637 Middle Sound sentation and follow up boat trip is to raise awareLoop Rd. ness about local shorebird ecology, identification DETOX DETAILS SEMINAR and conservation practices happening in the area.

4/20, noon: College of Wilmington at Independence Workshop is free to the public. A boat trip will be Mall to will lead a seminar on how to manage your offered for class participants on the following day own health. $10. Presented by: Dr Karen Harum, Sat., 5/5, 11:30am, $10/person. Departs from the Juul Bruin and Grace Swartz. grace@beingwithBlockade Runner Resort Dock. • Mother’s Day on

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Mother’s receive a free cruiseand beverage with a paid passenger, Sun., 5/13. Cruises depart hourly from the Blockade Runner Resort beginning at 11am and topping off the evening with the sunset cruise at 6:30pm. $30. • Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours Coastal Birding Series as part of the Cape Fear Naturalist NC; Capt. Joe Abbate takes guests out on the open water of the Intracoastal Waterway, tidal creeks, and sandy barrier islands to identify coastal birds. 4/20, 1pm; 4/24, 5pm. $35. Capt.

Joe at 910-200-4002 or www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com SLOW MONEY 4/25, 6-8pm: Slow Money of Wilmington would like to invite you out to understand new and creative ways to help inspire the local economy. You will learn how to bring your money back down to earth, right here in the Wilmington area, and help connect with viable local small food projects that need capital. The Slow Money movement is about local money making a difference by building resilience in our local food economy. Listen to local entrepreneurs’ present their ideas, like a sustainable Sushi Chef looking to bring his unique blend of traditional and modern techniques to the area.Grinder’s Caffe, 5032 Wrightsville Ave. www.slowmoneyNC.com.

Tyler Phillips: tyler@jiller.com. (910) 854-0102.

clubs/notices REVIVAL 4/18-20, 7:30pm: New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender & surrounding areas Come join us at Inspirational House of Praise located at 9871 Wqayne St NE Leland NC 28451 for a prophetic revival you dont want to miss. Dr Chief Aposlte William Lee will be the speaker. For more information contact Howard Harris at 910-262-8408 or Nichole at 910-540-2955 WILM. FILM COMMISSION The Wilmington Regional Film Commission (WRFC) announces a partnership with the Queensboro Shirt Company that will allow the general public to buy official WRFC apparel and show support for the local film industry. Anyone can go to www.wilmingtonfilm. com/onlinestore and purchase items ranging from hats and t-shirts to jackets and polo shirts with the WRFC logo.

WORLD WAR II Why the World War II Allies refused to bomb the Nazi concentration death camps in Europe is the subject of the April 20 meeting of Southeastern North Carolina’s WWII Remembered Group. Meets at New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 South College Rd. Admission, free; public is invited. Space limitations, the first session begins at 9:30am for persons with last names starting A-K. The repeat

ARIES (21 Mar. – 20 April) You had to take the test before you got a chance to study more than a couple of the lessons. Does that seem fair? Hell, no. That’s the bad news; the good news is that it was merely a rehearsal for a more important and inclusive exam, which is still some weeks in the future. Here’s even better news: The teachings you will need to master before then are flowing your way and will continue to do so in abundance. Apply yourself with diligence, Aries. You have a lot to learn, but luckily, you have enough time to get fully prepared.

TAURUS (21 April – 20 May) Let’s see if you know what these exquisitely individuated luminaries have in common: Salvador Dali, Martha Graham, Stephen Colbert, David Byrne, Maya Deren, Malcolm X, Willie Nelson, Bono, Dennis Hopper, Cate Blanchett, George Carlin, Tina Fey, Sigmund Freud. Give up? They are or were all Tauruses. Would you characterize any of them as sensible, materialistic slow-pokes, obsessed with comfort and security, as many traditional astrology texts describe Tauruses? Nope. They were or are distinctive innovators with unique style and creative flair. They are your role models as you cruise through the current phase of maximum self-expression.

GEMINI (21 May – 20 June) In December 1946 three Bedouin shepherds were tending their flock near the Dead Sea. They found a cave with a small entrance. Hoping it might contain a hidden treasure from long ago, they wanted to explore it. The smallest of the three managed to climb through the narrow opening. He brought out a few dusty old scrolls in ceramic jars. The shepherds were disappointed, but eventually the scrolls were revealed to be one of the most important finds in archaeological history: the first batch of what has come to be known as the Dead Sea Scrolls. Keep this story in mind, Gemini. I suspect a metaphorically similar tale may unfold for you soon. A valuable discovery may initially appear in a form you’re not that excited about

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CANCER (21 June – 21 July) The devil called together a committee meeting of his top assistants; he was displeased. Recruitments of people born under the sign of Cancer had fallen far below projected totals. “It’s unacceptable,” the dark lord fumed. “Those insufferable Crabs have been too mentally healthy lately to be tantalized by our lies. Frankly, I’m at wit’s end. Any suggestions?” His marketing expert said, “Let’s redouble our efforts to make them buy into the hoax about the world ending on December 21, 2012.” The executive vice-president chimed in: “How about if we play on their fears about running out of what they

Former Google CEO ERIC Schmidt (18 Across) became executive chairman in 2011. SUEDE (35 Across) is the French word for “Sweden”; a French term for the

need?” The chief of intelligence had an idea, too.

“I say we offer them irrelevant goodies that tempt them away from their real goals.”

LEO (22 July – 22 Aug.) “If you don’t run your own life, someone else will,” psychologist John Atkinson said. Make that your motto in the coming weeks, Leo. Write it on a big piece of cardboard and hold it up in front of your eyes as you wake up each morning. Use it as a prod that motivates you to shed any laziness you might have about living the life you really want. Periodically, ask yourself these three questions: Are you dependent on the approval, permission, or recognition of others?

Have you set up a person, ideology, or image of success that’s more authoritative than your own intuition?

Is there any area of your life where you have ceded control to an external source?

VIRGO (23 Aug. – 22 Sept.)

Here are the last words that computer pioneer Steve Jobs spoke before he died: “Oh, wow! Oh, Wow! Oh, wow!” I’d propose that we bring that mantra into as wide a usage as Jobs’ other creations, like the iPhone and iPad. I’d love to hear random strangers exclaiming it every time they realize how amazing their lives are. I’d enjoy it if TV newscasters spoke those words to begin each show, acknowledging how mysterious our world really is. I’d be pleased if lovers everywhere uttered it at the height of making love. I nominate you to start the trend, Virgo. You’re the best choice, since your tribe, of all the signs of the zodiac, will most likely have the wildest rides and most intriguing adventures in the coming weeks.

LIBRA (23 Sept. – 23 Oct.) A starfish that loses an arm can grow back a new one; it’s an expert regenerator. According to my understanding of the astrological omens, you are entering a starfish-like phase of your cycle. Far more than usual, you’ll be able to recover parts of you that got lost and reanimate parts of you that fell dormant. For the foreseeable future, your words of power are “rejuvenate,” “restore,” “reawaken” and “revive.” If you concentrate really hard and fill yourself with the light of the spiritual sun, you might even be able to perform a kind of resurrection.

SCORPIO (23 Oct. – 21 Nov.) Too much of a good thing isn’t necessarily good. (Have you ever hyperventilated?) Too little of a good thing can be bad. (Have you ever gotten dehydrated?) Some things are good in measured doses but bad if done to excess. (Wine and chocolate.) A very little of a very bad thing may still be a bad thing. (It’s hard to smoke crack in moderation.) The coming week is prime time to

be thinking along these lines, Scorpio. You will generate a lot of the exact insights you need if you weigh and measure everything in your life, and judge what is too much and what is too little.

SAGITTARIUS (22 Nov. – 21 Dec.) Sculptor Constantin Brancusi had a clear strategy as he produced his art: “Create like God, command like a king, work like a slave.” I suggest you adopt a similar approach for your own purposes in the coming weeks, Sagittarius. Use this formula and you’ll make rapid progress on a project that’s dear to you. Make sure you have an inspiring vision of the dream you want to bring into being; map out a bold, definitive plan for how to accomplish it. Then, summon enormous stamina, fierce concentration, and unfailing attention to detail as you translate your heart’s desire into a concrete form.

CAPRICORN (22 Dec. – 20 Jan.) “If there is one door in the castle you have been told not to go through,” novelist Anne Lamott writes, “you must. Otherwise, you’ll just be rearranging furniture in rooms you’ve already been in.” I think the coming weeks will be your time to slip through that forbidden door, Capricorn. The experiences that await you on the other side may not be everything you have always needed, but I think they are at least everything you need next. Besides, it’s not like the taboo against penetrating into the unknown place makes much sense any more. The biggest risk you take by breaking the spell is the possibility of losing a fear you’ve grown addicted to.

AQUARIUS (21 Jan. – 19 Feb.) When rain falls on dry land, it activates certain compounds in the soil that release a distinctive aroma; “petrichor” is the word for that smell. If you ever catch a whiff of it when there’s no rain, it’s because a downpour has begun somewhere nearby, and the wind is bringing you news of it. I suspect you will soon be awash in a metaphorical version of petrichor, Aquarius.

A parched area of your life is about to receive muchneeded moisture.

PISCES (20 Feb. – 20 Mar.) Forty percent of Americans do not know that the dinosaurs died out long before humans ever existed.

When these folks see an old cartoon of caveman Fred Flintstone riding on a Diplodocus, they think it’s depicting a historical fact. In the coming weeks, Pisces, you need to steer clear of people who harbor gross delusions like that. It’s more important than usual that you hang out with educated, cultured types who possess a modicum of well-informed ideas about the history of humanity and the nature of reality. Surround yourself with intelligent influences, please.

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and easy to understand. Provides training for creating and managing social media programs including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Blogs.

Topic is “Social Media: Become The Pied Piper Of Your Market Using The Power Of Social Media.”

Participants will learn marketing in a social world, the “four C’s” guaranteed to draw clients into your space. Jenna: jenna@mccoll-associates.com

CAPE FEAR PARROT CLUB Cape Fear Parrot Club meets monthly. Schedule: 4/21, Chop party. Ces Erdman: 910-386-6507 or cesnc1978@hotmail.com PLANT, CRAFT AND BAKE SALE 4/21, 8-11am: Plant, craft, and bake sale at the Presbyterian Counseling Center at 4810 Wrightsville Ave. All proceeds from the sale will go to help the Presbyterian Counseling Center in their efforts to provide professional, experienced counseling that combines the insights of psychotherapy with the traditional art of pastoral care. The Presbyterian Counseling Center has offices in Wilmington, Hampstead, Shallotte, Southport, and Wallace and serve the entire community from all faith traditions as well as those who choose no faith.

BCCF COMMUNITY BREAKFAST Brunswick Community College Foundation Community Breakfast, 8am, 4/24, Dinah Gore Fitness Center at BCC. The guest speaker is Bobby Richardson (retired NY Yankee player). Free; great networking opportunity. More than 500 people attended last year’s event. Also a fund-aiser, so if you feel so inclined, your donation to the school’s foundation will be gratefully accepted. RSVP by 4/20, Teresa McLamb, 910-520-9035.

4/24-25: FIRE ON THE DOCK! Hurry, hurry! Fire on the Dock “Got to be NC Dining Competition Series” continues weekly through May in search of the best chef on our coast! Tickets have been selling out quickly to the Tuesday- and Wednesday-night showdowns, so it’s best to secure yours now for only $49. Taste six courses from wellknown local culinarians, like Smokey Masters at Pine Valley Market (4/18) or Kirsten Mitchell from Cameo 1900 (4/25). The finals are May 1st through 22nd; tickets, $59. www.competitiondining.com

SOCIAL MEDIA LECTURE & LUNCHEON 4/26, 11:30am: Guest speaker, Livvie Matthews, Social Media Consultant and Coach, on Internet marketing and social networking simple, relevant,

MT. PILGRIM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, 7500 Carolina Beach Rd, will host three nights of spring revival services at 7pm: 4/25-27. Praise service begins at 6:30pm and the guest speaker on Wednesday night is Pastor Jim Davis, New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church; Thursday night is Pastor Jerry Pearson; and Friday night is Pastor Richard Smith, Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. James R. Malloy: 910-540-7299.

culinary CULINARY ADVENTURES TOUR Eat your way through Wilmington’s food history and delights! Culinary Adventures Tour with food writer/ chef Liz Biro; under a mile, wear comfortable shoes.

Top Chef Farmers Market Tour and Cooking Class, Heart of Downtown, Drinks Downtown, Downtown Brunch Stroll, Foodie Shopping Tour, Custom and Special Group Tours and more! $25 and up! www. lizbiro.com. 910-545-8055 FIRE ON THE DOCK 4/24-25; 5/1-2; 8-9; 15-16; May 22: A new “Got To Be NC” dining competition sponsored by the N.C. Department of Agriculture features an Iron Chef-style cook-off each evening. Two coastal N.C. chefs create three courses each, based on a secret ingredient revealed to them that day. Diners taste each course blind and select the winner alongside a team of culinary and celebrity judges.

Winners advance to the next bracket, and on May 22, one chef walks away with a cash prize and bragging rights. Fifteen dinner competitions will be held at Shell Island Resort, Wrightsville Beach. Tickets: $49-$59. www.competitiondining.com WEEKLY FARMERS’ MARKETS Riverfront Farmer’s Market Saturdays, Downtown Wilmington (Through Dec.; www.wilmingtonfarmers.com); Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market Saturdays, Carolina Beach Lake (5/12-9/15; 910431-8122); Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market Mondays, Causeway Dr. (5/7-9/3; 910-256-7925; Poplar Grove Plantation Farmer’s Market Wednesdays, 10200 US 17 N., Wilmington (Through 11/22;

www.poplargrove.com). Feat. over three dozen food, arts and crafts vendors, exhibits and demonstrations, hayrides and music w/Cindy Rhodes on hammered dulcimer. Cooking classes: 4/25.

GIVEIT4WARD The Circa 1922 and Giveit4ward test project allows everyone an opportunity to give back. Circa 1922 will donate 4 percent of gross revenues through April 30th to Giveit4ward, Inc. (G4). Folks choose where they would like their monies to go from their tab by leaving a G4/Circa 1922 card with their server; thus, diners direct their donations/4 percent of their tab to nonprofits they fill most passionate about. www.giveit4ward.org.

A TICKET TO TASTE 4/27, 6:30-10pm: A Ticket to Taste offers a night sampling Burmese and Iraqi cuisine. Second annual spring fund-raiser for Interfaith Refugee MinistryWilmington, a refugee resettlement agency. Tickets: $25; 910 264-7244 or ticket2taste@gmail.com.

Also feat. musical performances by supporters of Interfaith Refugee Ministry-Wilmington and the Burmese Karen Choir of Wilmington. Learn about the refugee experience from people who have fled persecution in their homelands to journey to the U.S. in order to rebuild new lives of hope and freedom here in Wilmington. Interfaith Refugee Ministry-Wilmington provides resettlement services to legal refugees who come to the United States at the sponsorship of the State Department of the United States. The Wilmington sub-office opened its doors January, 2010. Since 2010, we resettled 106 refugees from Burma, Columbia, Cuba and Iraq. St. James Parish Episcopal Church Perry Hall, corner of Dock and S. 4th sts. 910-264-7244Ticket2taste@gmail.com

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