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What’s inside this week

news & views .......... 4-8

4 op-ed: Bill Wilson of Americans for Limited

RIMS ON THE RIVER Wilmington’s largest car show returns this weekend—and it’s sure to be better than ever! Among the hundreds of classic hot rods aligning our downtown streets from 11am-5pm on Saturday, Rims on the River has added a free concert on April 17th, featuring North Carolina darlings Southern Culture on the Skids. Also on the bill: Dex Romweber Duo, The Straight 8s and The Noseriders. Check out Adrian Varnam’s interview with SCOTS on page 16.

concert tickets

Want to see the best in music at Myrtle Beach’s House of Blues? Wilmington’s Soapbox Laundro Lounge? Or UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium? Visit, www.encorepub.com, to enter one of our many concert contests, and try for a chance to score tickets to area shows!

last chance to showcase your dog on our cover!

It’s back! We’re looking for the cutest dog in Wilmington to feature on our April 21st cover, previewing the annual Paw Jam. The event will take place May 1st at Battleship Park, 11am-5pm.

To enter the contest, here’s what you have to do: Send us a pic of your pooch with a check for $10 per entry (that’s per picture) made out to PAWS of North Carolina, the official Paw Jam organizer. All monies will be donated to the foundation, and if we choose your doggie’s pic, then he or she will grace our cover, and we’ll interview him or her, too, featured inside the pages of encore.

Questions need to be e-mailed only to shea@ encorepub.com. The deadline is April 14th, 5pm. encore offices are located at 210 Old Dairy Road, Suite A-2. If you’re mailing the entry, please do so to following address: encore magazine, c/o Paw Jam Contest PO Box 12430, Wilmington, NC 28405.

late-night funnies

“And in a major reversal of U.S. policy, President Obama has narrowed the conditions under which we would use nuclear weapons. He said we’d only use them against Iran, North Korea or FOX News.”—Jay Leno “People were standing in line around the block all weekend to get an iPad. Out in Arizona, John McCain was waiting in line for an IBM Selectric.” —David Letterman “Michelle Obama held a town hall meeting on C-SPAN to answer questions from kids about her anti-obesity campaign. The most popular question from kids was, ‘Why are you doing this to us, lady?’”—Jimmy Fallon

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ChiEf Contributors: Adrian Varnam, Anghus Houvouras, Carolyna Shelton, MJ Pendleton, Claude Limoges, Jay Schiller, Lauren Hodges, Tiffanie Gabrielse, Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd, Chirstina Dore, The Cranky Foreigner and Lisa Hunyh

John Hitt: Downtown, Carolina Beach

Art dirECtor Sue Cothran

Kris Beasley: Wrightsville Beach, N. Wilmington Shea Carver: Midtown, Monkey Junction Promotions mAnAgEr: John Hitt distribution: Reggie Brew, John Hitt

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short-fiction contest

The 19th annual Short Fiction Contest, sponsored by the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society and encore, is now open. Writers are encouraged to submit works of fiction-based upon the rich historical lore of the Cape Fear.

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 story, which should be original, unpublished and limited to ten 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. The winner and second and third place 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. Deadline: April 11th. Winners will be announced at the annual Meeting of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society on May 16th. A $10 fee is required. Make checks payable to the LCFHS. Mail entries, marked Short Fiction Contest, to the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society, 126 S. 3rd St, Wilmington NC 28401; (910) 762-0492.

mother’s day entries

Also, we’re looking for funny, endearing, loving or any other kind of story readers would like to submit about their mothers. The best stories will be featured in our Mother’s Day edition, May 5th, and we’ll choose a winning entry, too, which will receive admission-plusone into our VIP kickoff party during 2010 Wilmington Restaurant Week. The party is April 27th, and the deadline for submission is April 20th. E-mail or mail entries to encore, c/o Mother’s Day Contest. Shoud not be longer than 600 words, please.

Government dissects the housing and mortgage crisis in America.

6 fair tax: Local writer Steven Gibbs revisits the Fair Tax issue just in time for April 15th.

8 news of the weird: Chuck Shepherd reports on news of the strange and odd.

artsy smartsy........... 10-21

10 theater: MJ Pendleton reviews Guerilla Theatre’s latest production, ‘Cobb.’

13 film: Anghus goes Grecian with the latest action flick Clash of the Titans.

14 art: Lauren Hodges interviews the busy and popular Michelle Connolly about her three upcoming art shows in town.

15 gallery guide: Find out what exhibitions are hanging in our local art galleries.

16-17 music: See black box; Adrian Varnam talks to Fortune in the Sun about their upcomig debut album and release party.

18-21 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing in venues all over town.

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Earth Day celebration takes place at Hugh MacRae Park this Saturday, featuring all sorts of education and entertainment by local performers.

3x-22x classifieds: Let our classifieds help you sell or buy a home or a car. Crossword on page 12.

23x pet of the week: Find out what animals need adopting and other breeds for sale.

grub & guzzle........... 22-26

22 dining review: Shea Carver gets the dish on downtown’s latest Latin American experience, Mixto Contemporary Latin.

23 dining event: Everyone is welcome to be a judge this weekend, as part of Pleasure Island’s annual Chowder Cookoff. Check out all the details, courtesy of John Hitt.

24-26 dining guide: Need a few suggestions on where to eat? Flip through encore’s dining guide, and read about our featured restaurant of the week.

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28 nonprofit event: Lisa Huynh previews Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the annual fund-raiser, Rock Against Rape.

32-39 calendar/’toons/corkboard: Find out where to go and what to do about town with encore’s calendar; check out Tom Tommorow and encore’s annual ‘toons winner, Jay Schiller; read the latest saucy corkboard ads.

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6 Fair Tax Feature

8 News of the Weird

The Failings of Financial Reform: Fannie, Freddie, the Fed and Congress top the list

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s the Senate begins debate on Senator Chris Dodd’s (D-CT) financial “reform” bill, what is missing from the bill is nearly as bad as what it contains.

First, a brief examination of some of its key provisions is obliged: As reported by NPLC. org, it creates a Financial Stability Oversight Council to put into receivership—i.e. takeover—any financial institution it deems “too risky”; it puts the Federal Reserve in charge of a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, with sweeping powers to regulate any institution with a portfolio exceeding $10 billion; it creates a permanent revolving $50 billion bailout fund; and “[u]pon a consensus by the Fed, the Treasury Department and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), unstable institutions would be turned over to the FDIC.” In short, the legislation is an extensive takeover of the nation’s entire financial system; a classic case of the “cure” being worse than the disease. Namely, it fails to address the root causes of the financial collapse of 2007 and 2008. Instead, it barely treats the symptoms of the problems—all of which government created.

For example, the bill neither repeals the Community Reinvestment Act nor the Clinton-era regulations that executed it, forcing banks to offer mortgages to lowerincome Americans. This essential weakening of credit was hailed at the time by thenHUD director Andrew Cuomo as an end to “discrimination in lending,” but we now know it was one of the principal causes of Americans receiving mortgages they could never afford.

Last year alone there were 3.9 million foreclosure filings, as reported by Business Week, surpassing 2008’s 3.2 million foreclosures. And the pain is hardly over yet. RealtyTrac Senior Vice President Rick Sharga and Trulia CEO Pete Flint forecast as many as 4 million foreclosures in 2010.

In the meantime, since the crisis began, all of government’s energies have been spent attempting to “loosen” credit: the Federal Funds Rate that banks borrow from one another is at 0 to 0.25 percent, and the Federal Reserve has more than doubled the money

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by: Bill Wilson President of Americans for Limited Government supply since 2007.

Which brings us to the Federal Reserve’s easy money policies. The Dodd bill will do nothing at all to rein in the Fed’s ability to arbitrarily set artificially-low interest rates and to fire up the nation’s printing presses for its lending sprees. Instead, it promotes the central bank with even more power to regulate financial institutions.

Remember, the Fed’s lower-than-justified interest rates played a critical role in causing the housing boom to begin with. The Community Reinvestment Act regulations were bad enough, but on their own they would have never resulted in the record expansion of mortgages that was seen. The capital the Fed provided to the banking system did that.

In 1990, outstanding mortgage debt held was $3.805 trillion. By the end of 2007, total mortgage holdings had risen to $14.568 trillion, a monumental 282 percent jump of $10.763 trillion in new mortgages.

Now, we know that Congress was putting pressure on the Fed to keep interest rates down. As reported by Reuters, “Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan chastised critics on Wednesday by pointing out that Congress pushed the U.S. central bank to make sure lending to poorer Americans kept rising in the 2000s.”

Said Greenspan, “If the Fed as a regulator had tried to thwart what everyone perceived as a fairly broad consensus that the trend was in the right direction, homeownership was rising, and that was an unmitigated good, then Congress would have clamped down on us.”

In short, Greenspan’s excuse was, “Congress made me do it.” To a degree it appears to be a cop-out, but there is some substance there. First off, the Senate has its role in confirming members of Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors, and both houses of Congress share key oversight responsibilities of the nation’s monetary policy.

In other words the Fed is not as independent as is pretended. Greenspan pointed out that “[t]here’s a presumption that the Fed-

eral Reserve’s an independent agency, and it is up to a point, but we are a creature of the Congress, and if . . . we had said we’re running into a bubble, and we need to retrench, the Congress would say, ‘We haven’t a clue what you’re talking about.’”

Indeed, Congress was in on the racket.

For example, promoting lending to lower-income Americans was a means of cultivating individual members’ political constituencies.

Making matters worse, Congress repeatedly resisted attempts to rein in mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, meanwhile taking lush campaign donations from company employees, as reported by OpenSecrets.org. We now know that Fannie and Freddie were responsible for securitizing about $4.7 trillion in mortgage —and then went on to sell them all over the world.

As reported by the New York Times, that included some $1.5 trillion that was sold to foreign investors. As more securities were sold, more mortgages were underwritten by Fannie and Freddie.

Unfortunately, the Dodd bill fails to address reining in Fannie and Freddie at all.

Instead, it leaves the federal government in complete ownership of the Government Sponsored Enterprises, while the Treasury denies that taxpayers are backing up the mortgage giants, as ALG News has previously reported.

Congress now pretends that simply regulating the derivatives trade and credit rating agencies will solve the problem. However, since the derivatives were not cause of the crisis but instead were a victim, restricting their trade will not prevent it from happening again. To be certain insurance giant AIG got in on the action, selling insurance policies on the securities, a multi-trillion dollar industry, and made a series of bad bets. But it was based on bad information Financial institutions all over the world bought those policies, attempting to protect their assets, and believing in the overstated quality of the Fannie and Freddie securities.

What they did not know was the securities they were insuring were less-than-good. As it turns out, Fannie and Freddie defrauded the credit-rating agencies and insurers like AIG, as reported by American Enterprise

Institute’s Peter Wallison. Writes Wallison, “New research by Edward Pinto, a former chief credit officer for Fannie Mae and a housing expert, has found that from the time Fannie and Freddie began buying risky loans as early as 1993, they routinely misrepresented the mortgages they were acquiring, reporting them as prime when they had characteristics that made them clearly subprime or Alt-A.” Critically, Wallison writes that “this misrepresentation was a principal cause of the financial crisis.” Indeed. Because the securities were mislabeled, the anticipated default rates were miscalculated by the holders of securities and the companies that insured them. The rest was a predictable catastrophe.

So how could that happen? Wallison states, “Why Fannie and Freddie did this is still to be determined. But the leading candidate is certainly HUD’s affordable housing regulations, which by 2007 required that 55 percent of all the loans the agencies acquired had to be made to borrowers at or below the median income, with almost half of these required to be low-income borrowers.”

So, loose lending and easy money, coupled with securitizing bad mortgages, and selling them around the world as if they were as good as gold, with the implicit backing of U.S. taxpayers, was the problem. It was a house of cards, a system that was designed as if the housing boom would never end. But when it did, and when the wave of foreclosures began, the pain was unmitigated.

Rather than bringing the Fed, Fannie, and Freddie and the HUD regulations that helped cause the crisis to heel, and rather than accepting that the housing bubble was entirely government-created, Congress has almost completely avoided addressing a single one of the root causes of the financial crisis.

Instead, Congress sticks to the myth that the “free market” caused the crisis and promotes the de facto takeover of the nation’s entire financial system. This is an example of avoiding responsibility by punishing others for one’s own misdeeds and in the meantime seizing unbridled power.

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Fine-Tuning American Economics: Fair Tax debate is far from forgotten

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s our country patiently waits for the by: Steven Gibbs and the remittance of these revenues to the US Treasury. end results of our beloved healthcare reform to take place, the dreadOn a local level, the Cape Fear Fair Tax is ed date April 15th looms over many of us a Wilmington-based group, operating as a American taxpayers. Forms and formalities, nonprofit organization, which “advocates and red tape and refunds, not to mention the educates for the passage of the Fair Tax legislation currently in both houses of bureaucratic sentence structure and underpayments linger about this time of Congress,” according to Joe Miller, year. Yet, as the flowers bloom and chairperson for the group. “[We] the azaleas tuck themselves away, organized about two years ago durwe may wonder what a world would ing the 2008 election cycle, and to be like without the IRS. keep the idea of a grassroots efFor better or worse, taxes are a fort to heart when we began this necessity in our modern society. organization, all monies donated Without taxes many segments of stays locally to help the cause.” society would cease to exist. But A portion of the funds raised the question remains: Is our governgoes toward education in the ment collecting and using taxpayer Port City area. The CFFT holds contributions in a fair and logical monthly meetings that have manner? consistently grown in attenSure, we’d all like to pay fewer dance since inception, proving taxes or perhaps none at all, but, that our local interest is rising historically, humans have been in a similar rate as the nationtaxed in one way or another since al attention. The group meets the beginning of civilization. As a at the Front Street Brewery country, we have experimented with in downtown Wilmington to accomtaxation over the centuries, from tar“If you make any money, the government modate their escalating amount of iffs to bonds to enforced wage garsupporters. nishment, bringing about revolution, shoves you in the creek once a year with it And what about this “monthly eventual compromise and continual prebate”?

This seems to be one in your pockets, and all that don’t levy from the US government. As coof the most misunderstood porget wet you can keep.” median Chris Rock said, “You don’t tions of the bill. Under the Fair Tax, pay taxes, they take taxes.” So, unfamilies of U.S. residents would —Will Rogers less one works under the table or lives receive a “Family Consumption Alunder the bridge, taxes are inevitable. lowance” (FCA), based on family Yes, as cliché as the “death and taxes” the Fair Tax Act (HR 25, S 269) this bill has size, regardless of income, that is equal to phrase may be, it is the honest truth. yet to make it past committee discussions. the estimated total Fair Tax paid on povertyPerhaps it is time for another revolution, However, the bill has been gaining incredible level spending, according to the guidelines or to merely rethink our current tax system. momentum and interest over the past five published by the U.S. Department of Health Several options have been proposed over years. As more and more supporters, includ- and Human Services. This prebate is a tax the years, but none have gained the respect ing high-ranking government officials, take rebate paid in advance in 12 monthly installand recent popularity of the Fair Tax Plan, sides with the issue, and use it for both politi- ments, adjusted for inflation. The rebate is a tax alternative introduced in 1999. Pro- cal and moral gain, the idea of a new form of meant to eliminate the taxation of household ponents of the Fair Tax have a unique, but taxation is closer to becoming an actuality. necessities. Households would be required straightforward methodology of restructurImagine on payday receiving the entire to register once a year with their state tax ing our current tax code with a national sales wages or salary currently issued as “gross authority, providing the information on each tax based on consumption at the retail level. income.” No Medicare, no Social Security, household member. The payments would This sales tax, estimated to be at 23 percent no FICA, just exactly what was earned for then be disbursed through the Social Seor the total payment (or $23 on each $100) the time period. If someone earns $500 per curity Administration in the form of a paper is co-mingled alongside a monthly rebate, or week, he or she gets $500 at the end of check, an electronic funds transfer, or evenprebate, based on purchases up to the pov- that week. The Fair Tax Act is designed to tually to a “Smartcard” that could be used erty level. This sales tax would be equiva- replace all federal income taxes, alternative like a debit card. lent to a 30 percent traditional U.S. sales minimum tax, corporate income taxes, capiMany opponents of the plan criticize this tax ($23 on top of every $77 spent—$100 tal gains taxes, payroll taxes (including Social tax rebate due to its costs. Economists estotal). The rate would then be automatically Security and Medicare taxes), gift taxes, and timate the overall rebate cost to be $489 adjusted annually based on federal receipts estate taxes with a national retail sales tax. billion, assuming 100 percent participation. in the previous fiscal year.

After the first three years, legislation would CFFT Miller contends “the prebate is a good Sound confusing and expensive? Read remove the Internal Revenue Service and solution to solving the problem of having on. It’s quite simple, and most of us can establish an Excise Tax Bureau and a Sales people pay taxes on life essential goods/ agree that the current system does need a Tax Bureau in the Department of the Trea- products. Some people say certain food, bit of overhaul. sury. Each individual state would be respon- health products, etcetera, should just be tax Presented to congressional officials as sible for the collection of sales tax revenues exempt, which I disagree with. The purpose

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of the Fair Tax is to have everything on a level playing field. By making some items tax exempt leads to lobbying and political promises that can’t be kept.”

But wouldn’t the end results of this bill make consumable goods cost more with such a high tax (30 percent) at the retail level? The current 7.75 percent already seems like too much for most North Carolinians.

Supporters of the Fair Tax argue that prices will, in fact, stay the same because the present U.S. tax system has a hidden effect on prices. By incorporating the Fair Tax, production costs would decrease due to the removal of business taxes and compliance costs. This is predicted to offset a portion of the Fair Tax effect on prices making most purchases the same or lower, especially with the inevitability of supply and demand.

Sounds simple, right? Sort of?

Nonetheless, all of this would significantly alter our 16th Amendment, a feat rarely achieved in this lifetime, but potentially obtainable, if given a good fight. Notably, the Fair Tax supporters are a strongwilled, economically-savvy bunch. They support this bill and will do what it takes to spread the word to, hopefully, supercede our current tax arrangement, however long that may take.

To become law, the bill will need to be included in a final version of tax legislation from the U.S. House Committee and must pass both the House and the Senate, and finally be signed by the President. (Don’t you just love democracy?)

Plans of action are in the works for the upcoming tax day in our area, as Miller explains. “We’re hosting a Tea Party Rally April 15th in front of the federal courthouse along the river walk from 6-7pm.”

The Tea Party Rally is essentially a passive demonstration against our current taxation, as well as our present regime’s future plans for taxation. “We’re helping host the rally along with other grassroots organizations that we work with. We have several speakers talking about a variety of taxation issues.” Miller adds.

The CFFT, along with thousands of other similar organizations across the country, will host events on the 15th, protesting, educating and potentially raising awareness to a cause/idea/goal that could positively alter future generations of American life.

For further questions call the Fair Tax office in Texas at 713-963-9023 or to get involved locally, visit www.capefearfairtax.com. Viva la Revolucion!

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When cornered, the man (like clowns exiting a clown car) pulled out an additional two onions, three trays of rump steaks and a packet of lamb forequarter chops.

permit, in special state-approved containers.

(2) The Tennessee legislature is considering removing a longstanding ban on fish tanks in barbershops. Currently, no “animals, birds or fish” (except guide dogs) are permitted where hair is cut. Opponents said they don’t mind aquariums but fear that trendy pedicures by nibbling fish (now in NY and LA salons) might come to Tennessee.

When “Detention” Is Not Enough (1) Schoolteacher Lucia Carico, who has been in good standing in Hawkins County, Tenn., schools since 1973, was fired in March over an incident in which she stabbed a 7th-grade student in the arm seven times with a pen (because, she said, he had been unruly, singing and passing gas). (2) Teacher Randolphe Forde was fired in January by the Clayton County, Ga., school board for an October incident in which he allegedly “put a hit” on an 11th-grade student (offering $50).

Chuck Shepherd digs up the strangest of the strange in world news

LEAD STORY A new sports center in Mexico City will be devoted to the revival of ancient Aztec- and Mayan-created games that are rarely played in Mexico because they are dangerous, including a field-hockey-like competition played with a fireball. In another game, “pelota mixteca,” players wearing metal-knuckled leather gloves punch a 2-pound, hard-rubber ball that could knock opponents unconscious.

One thrill of the flaming-ball game, “pelota purepecha,” is that some play it at night on unlighted fields. (In Mayan culture, according to a March USA Today dispatch, the world began with the gods challenging two humans to a ball game and beating them, at which point the two die and are resurrected as the sun and moon.)

Democracy in Action —Felon-Candidates: (1) John White, now running for sheriff in Roundup, Mont., will be unable to carry a gun if he wins because of a long-ago bank robbery conviction. (2) Convicted felons might be running against each other if they win their primaries in May

for county judge-executive in Hindman, Ky. Democrat Donnie Newsome and Republican Randy Thompson were both convicted of election fraud (though Thompson’s case is still on appeal). (3) Cynthia Diaz was reelected town clerk in Coventry, Vt., in March, though still facing 10 felony personal tax-filing counts. (The town clerk is the town’s treasurer, delinquent-tax collector and trustee of public money.)

—The U.S. Senate passed a bill in March to correct a misimpression Congress had in the 1990s when it instituted mandatory sentences for crack-cocaine possession that were about 100 times the sentences for powdered cocaine. Scientists long ago pointed out that the two substances are chemically the same, and the new provisions set crack-cocaine sentences at only about 18 times those for powder.

—Tackling the Big Issues: (1) The Utah legislature passed a bill in March to, for the first time, legalize the personal collection of rainwater. “Harvesting” rain has been illegal but now would be allowed, with a state

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Government Stalks the Weakest —On Jan. 29, more than 200 Alabama state troopers were amassed at 4 a.m. for the purpose of raiding several illegal bingo parlors. The raids were eventually called off, but a University of Alabama professor estimated the staging cost to the budget-shriveled state at $130,000. Said a spokesman for Gov. Bob Riley, “No matter what it costs, the law must be enforced.”

The Pervo-American Community Sex for One: (1) In February, police in Upper Darby, Pa., said they had to delay processing accused molester Siri Pinnya, 36, because he would not stop masturbating.

Said the police superintendent, “We only fingerprinted his left hand.” (2) Martin Guerrero, 17, was eventually arrested in his W.T. White High School classroom in Dallas in December after the teacher noticed him staring off into space. When she approached his desk, he shouted, “Ay Mami,” and continued masturbating. (3) Shanna Vonfeldt was fired from her job at KUSA Aviation in Beaumont, Texas, but claimed in a lawsuit filed in January that she left only because of boss Kyle Knupple’s habit of masturbating in the office.

Some People Seem to Need a Prophet Raj Patel’s recent appearance on Comedy Central’s “The Colbert Report” was ostensibly based around his work on global poverty and food production, but followers of an 87year-old Scottish mystic named “Benjamin Creme” received a different message: Patel was the long-awaited messiah that Creme had been promising would appear to unite humanity. Overwhelmed by the followers during a recent book-signing tour, according to a March profile in London’s Guardian, Patel made public denials of any messianic role (which of course only confirmed the sect’s certainty that he is the man) and engaged a few in conversation, but, he said, talking to them “made me really depressed, actually.”

Rednecks on Parade (1) Itinerant contractor Billie Bobbie Harrison, 24, was charged in Spartanburg, S.C., with indecent exposure in February, after he approached a homeowner, lowered his pants, and offered to pave her driveway later if she would have sex with him. (2) Hemingway, S.C., police, responding in March to shots fired at the BT Express gas station, apprehended James Scott after he and Jackie Dollard had finished cleaning a chicken. Witnesses said Scott and Dollard fought over who got to keep the chicken.

Police Report How much can a shoplifter stuff in his pants? A man seen on surveillance video at a Mobil on the Run convenience store in Bloomfield, Conn., in February fled after stuffing at least 17 cans of Red Bull drink down

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ven with the symbolic analogies and creative psychological insight, Cobb is coterie drama. It is a play about baseball. If a batting average of .300 is as confusing as advanced calculus, and Hank Aaron might as well be a pizza delivery guy, this is not the play to see. The story of Ty Cobb is also a violent one. He “applied the science of warfare to baseball,” sharpening the spikes on his shoes to injure other players and fighting with his own teammates.

“Baseball is a team sport—that’s its only flaw,” he said.

Though gender generalities are often stereotypical, and occasionally blatantly untrue, Cobb is simply a masculine play.

The violent nature of this man is chronicled in the play like the baseball records he set. The gleeful recounting of each brutality is horrifying. “Blood has had a way of fol-

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PITCH (IM)PERFECT: (l. to r.) Windy Wenderlich (Mr. Cobb), Chance Kelley (Peach), Richard Davis (Ty), Maxwell Page (Charleston).

man. In defense of his racism he says, “I’m just like everyone else,” but in practically the next breath he says, “I’m special.” Sounds suspiciously like a good ol’ boy to me.

The acting is fabulous and the four cast members work well together under the direction of Windy Wenderlich. Chance Kelley plays a brash young Cobb with aggressive energy and edgy anger. As the middle-aged

Cobb, Richard Davis is the perfect bombastic braggart, unappealingly egotistical.

Though still pretty cranky, Wenderlich tempers the anger of the older Cobb and almost becomes a sympathetic character.

In contrast to the three faces of Cobb is Oscar Charleston, the “black Cobb.” He, too, is angry but his anger is a controlled fury.

Maxwell Paige’s cool rage calms the shouting match and offers the audience some reprieve. The audience is very much a part of this furious play because there is no fourth wall. Fingers are pointed, questions asked, and accusations made. Cobb demands a recognition of his achievements insistently, loudly and continuously with a kind of egodriven mania.

The creative use of films before the performance, and as a limited backdrop, will be very interesting to baseball fans. They feature famous players of the past in newsreeltype format. During the play pictures of Babe Ruth, a popular and likable player, torment Cobb. Otherwise, the set is very simple, which allows the powerful character study to unfold unencumbered.

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Schmaltz, Grade B: Clash of the Titans makes a ludicrous attempt to entertain

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ast year I got into a great debate with an English teacher at UNC Wilmington.

In my review for Terminator: Salvation, I incorrectly identified one of the actors as Sam Waterson, rather than his actual name: Sam Worthington. Sam Waterson is the fantastic actor who has appeared on Law & Order for years. I don’t know about you guys, but I can watch Law & Order just about any time day or night. This is convenient since it’s on television about 400 hours a day.

Sam Waterson does such a great job on Law & Order. He’s the emotional center of the show. The man who has to shoulder the burden of fighting the good fight, dealing with the responsibility of serving the state and serving his own conscience. There’s a certain stoicism to his performance—an earnest honesty that makes us root for him.

Waterson plays the kind of principled man of which this world could use more. I’ve probably seen a few hundred episodes of Law & Order, and Sam Waterson’s performances never feel recycled or rehashed.

Why am I spending so much time talking about Sam Waterson? Because it’s a lot more interesting than talking about Sam Worthington.

Sam Worthington has starred in three major blockbusters. I’ve seen them all. First was the turgid, terrible Terminator: Salvation. Then there was the over praised, over hyped Avatar, featuring blue space hippies fighting evil corporations. Nature equals good. Corporations equals bad. Sam Worthington was all but absent from these movies. Sure, he was in them, but he lacked presence. He’s this good looking guy who looks good on film but doesn’t do a thing to convince an audiences he’s anything other than the big screen’s eye candy.

The thing about Sam Worthington is how forced he feels. Who is he? Where did he come from? It’s as if he didn’t exist before being introduced in a series of mega-budgeted blockbusters. Did he win a contest?

Was there some reality show I missed, where really handsome men went through a series of challenges to win the starring role in a series of mediocre mainstream films?

Where’s the history? Where are the lowbudget films he starred in? Was it his guest appearance on “Friends” playing Phoebe’s good looking boyfriend? It’s as if he appeared from the ether, plucked from obscurity. Maybe he’s not real—just a computergenerated creation of James Cameron. A life model decoy.

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Sam Worthhington’s ascension into the public eye reminds me of David Beckham.

Remember a few years back? A good looking bloke from England was introduced to America as a global phenomenon who deserved our attention. Sure, he looks good.

Apparently he’s pretty good at a game called “soccer.” (Though to be fair, soccer isn’t a real sport.) All the hype and hyperbole couldn’t hide the fact that despite his photogenic smile, there really isn’t an awful lot to the guy other than his ability to kick a ball really well and look good in tight pants. Sam Wothington is like the David Beckham of cinema. He looks good. He posesses some kind of talent that doesn’t really translate well. And, for all the time he spends in front of the camera, he still manages to bore us.

Clash of the Titans is his best film for two reasons. First, it’s short. Director Louis Letterier (The Incredible Hulk) plays to the strengths of a ridiculous adventure. Second, it’s big—a nice, big, epic movie about a man battling the gods. The scope of the movie is ludicrously large. Our heroes feel

like gnats in a world of super-sized monsters and legendary beasts. There were moments that reminded me of the ginourmous battles from the far superior Lord of the Rings films, where the men felt so out-matched.

The best performances come from real actors: Liam Neeson as Zeus and Ralph Finnes

as Hades. They are appropriately cheesy and give really poor dialogue some lilt. There’s a kind of gravitas we get from real actors even when given cheesy grits like, “Release the Kranken!” (This has become my new catchphrase. I use it in the restroom just before unzipping. It gets a pretty good reaction.)

It’s something of a losing proposition, taking a story like Clash of the Titans and trying to legitimize it. This is not high art. This is schmaltz.

Grade B. This is monsters and mythology. And a lot of it is fun. Seeing the Greek gods viewed through the filter of modern CGI is pretty cool.

I didn’t bother seeing it in 3D. I’m all for 3D, but just because of the success of Avatar, there’s no need to make everything 3D. Eventually, it’s going to lose its luster.

What credit I can give to Clash of the Titans is an almost ludicrous attempt to entertain. They throw a lot at us in the film’s efficient 90-plus minute run time. If they were going to make a cheesy blockbuster, at least they could have had the decency to make it painless. Although “painless” is not exactly an adjective filmmakers want to see plastered on a movie poster, it is nice to know there are those who don’t feel obligated to make every big-budget a two-and-a-half hour affair. Michael Bay, I’m looking at you.

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Carell) and Claire (Tina Fey) who fear their relationship may be falling into a stale rut. During their weekly date night, they impetuously steal a dinner reservation, which leads to a case of mistaken identity. Turns out the reservation was for a pair of thieves, and now a number of unsavory characters want Phil and Claire killed. If they can survive a wacky life-threatening night, they may just rediscover the passion missing from their marriage. Directed by Shawn Levy. Mark Wahlberg, James Franco, and Kristen Wiig co-star.

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The Last Song

Regal Mayfaire Cinemas 900 Town Center Drive • (910) 256-0556 Call for times • $6.50 - $9.50 Based on best-selling novelist Nicholas Sparks’ (“A Walk to Remember,” “The Notebook”) forthcoming novel, THE LAST SONG is set in a small Southern beach town where an estranged father (Greg Kinnear) gets a chance to spend the summer with his reluctant teenaged daughter (Miley Cyrus), who’d rather be home in New York. He tries to reconnect with her through the only thing they have in common—music—in a story of family, friendship, secrets and salvation, along with first loves and second chance. PG. 107 min.

WE Fest Film Submissions!

The Wilmington Exchange Festival XIV (We Fest) is currently accepting film submissions for this years event. The deadline is May 1st for all submissions; festival takes place May 27th-31st at the Soapbox, 3pm daily. All entries must be in .mov or .avi format on a DATA dvd or HARDDRIVE. Mail to: 4905 Brenton Ct, ILM NC 28412.

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Woman About Town:

Michelle Connolly’s work keeps popping up everywhere

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he name “Michelle Connolly” seems to be popping up in conversation recently when concering local art events. The British-born painter and mom, who migrated here from Sydney, Australia, is on the roster for several exhibits around Wilmington this season, including DivaMade at Bottega, Ink at ACME, and the relaunch of Artfuel’s Volume shows. Despite the juggling act, it seems that she never runs out of energy.

Each of Connolly’s paintings reflect a little piece of her life or personality. encore spoke to her this week about her methods, her plans, and how she keeps the inspiration coming. encore: You are in three shows this month and in the middle of planning more for the summer. How do you do it all?

Michelle Connolly: I have a lot of energy, obviously, and I’m a multi-tasker. I always have a few paintings that I work on at once so I produce a lot of work. e: How does multi-tasking help you juggle art and family?

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6pm-9pm. That show will include me, Pam Toll, Evalyn Hines and Michael Van Hout. I also have an upcoming show at Caffe Phoenix after they move to their new location. I’ll be the first artist they show there.

Ink Featuring the art of Michelle Connolly, Evalyn Hines and Michael Van Hout April 17th, 6-9pm ACME Art Studios • 711 S. 5th Street (910) 763-8010

e: You’re also in the first show at Artfuel, Inc. How do you feel about that show?

MC: I’m very excited to finally have a show there. I was supposed to be in an Artfuel show a while back but [it] got postponed after Dave [Tollefson] was in [an] accident. Now they are up and running again, and I’m glad to be a part of it.

MC: I’m very playful by nature, with work and other things. I bring my kids to the studio at ACME with me after school. Sometimes they help me with the paintings, and it is fun for all of us. I have painted them quite a bit, too. They are an inspiration for me. e: You’re known for your emu paintings.

What about that bird inspires you so much?

MC: I just love how crazy they are. They are such characters. I really look for that in my subjects: a big character. I suppose it’s a bit of a self-portrait, as well.

CIRCUS TIME: Michelle Connolly’s art work can be seen at ACME’s new art opening, as well as at Artfuel’s upcoming Volume show and at Caffe Phoenix.

e: So you see yourself in the birds?

MC: Well, I think artists see [themselves] in all of their work. It’s part of the process. e: What are you working on now?

MC: I’m getting ready for the Ink art show at ACME, which will be on April 17th, from

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e: You’ve worked with so many artists and galleries at this point. Is there anyone else you’d like to work with in the future?

MC: I’ve been talking to Wendy Kowalski recently.

I’ve always admired her work. She’s a mom, too, so we have the challenges of juggling in common. e: What can we expect to see from you in the future?

MC: Well, if Wilmington isn’t sick of me [laughs] then I’d love to keep showing at galleries and making my little paintings for a long time. I will probably start showing at places outside of town, too. We’ll see how it goes. Hopefully, onward and upward!

any time. Look for our upcoming Expos and Open House. Hampstead Art Gallery is located in Hampstead on the corner of Factory Road next to CVS Pharmacy.

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1701 Wrightsville Ave 910 343 5233 Mon-Sat, 12-9pm; Sunday, 1-6pm www.artfuelinc.com www.myspace.com/artfuel_inc Artfuel.inc is located at the corner of Wrightsville Ave and 17th street. Housed in an old gas station, we offer resident artists working in studios alongside a gallery space used to exhibit other artists work. We hope to connect artists with each other and offer many styles of work to fuel the public’s interest. Currently, Artfuel, Inc. will showcase We’re Up & Running Again, April 24, 7pm. Artists Include: Nicolle Nicolle, Michelle Connolly and Eli Thompson.

The show will hang for eight weeks!

New Elements Gallery

216 N. Front St. • (919) 343-8997 Tues-Sat: 11am-5:30pm or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com Catch “Spring Fever” at New Elements Gallery and enjoy our wonderful collection of original paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass, jewelry and wood by regional artists. “Spring Fever” remains on display through April 17th. An explosion of color, movement and nature-inspired imagery pays homage to the long awaited arrival of Spring. Featured artists will include Kristen Dill, David Goldhagen, Kyle Highsmith, Rebecca Humphrey and Susan Mauney.

Now celebrating 25 years, New Elements Gallery sells fine art and contemporary craft, and offers custom framing and art consultation services.

Crescent Moon

332 Nutt St, The Cotton Exchange (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm; Sun., 12-4pm www.crescentmoonnc.com Crescent Moon is introducing new stained glass artist, Gerri Insinga, from West Hempstead, NY. Gerri was a frequent visitor to Crescent Moon while visiting their second home in Wilmington, NC. During one of those visits we learned of her stained glass and painted glass art that she has been hand-crafting for thirty years.

When she brought us some samples, we immediately knew that she would be a welcome addition to our glass gallery.

Her picture frames are perfectly soldered and then with delicate brush strokes she paints floral and other themed designs to embellish them just right. Look for other one of a kind kaleidoscopes and accessory boxes to be showcased soon by Gerri.

Just In Time for Mother’s Day! Henrietta Glass Mom’s Little Vase is back on display and ready for Mom to put those cherished hand-picked flowers in. Hand blown, measuring 3 inches tall they will fit perfectly on your desk or kitchen counter and they are colorful!

Crescent Moon is located in The Cotton Exchange where parking is free while shopping or dining. Follow us on twitter as CrescentMoonNC or become a fan on our Facebook page!

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Hampstead Art Gallery

14712 Hwy. 17 N. • (910) 270-5180 Mon.-Sat. 11am-5pm, or by appt.

Hampstead, NC “Beautiful; lots of variety.” “Love the place.”

“Beautiful art work.” “Very nice.” “Art rocks your socks, and you know that.” These are just what a few customers had to say about Hampstead Art Gallery. Come and tell us what you think.

Affordable prices on prints and originals. Local artists with various styles and taste are just excited about having the opportunity to share their work with all art lovers. Our artists offer different sizes from what we have on display and low rates on commissioned work.

Owner Charles Turner invites all artists and art lovers to just hang out in our new Artist Lounge

511 1/2 Castle Street • (910) 251-8886 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5pm (Winter: closed Monday) www.pattersonbehn.com pattersonbehn will be featuring the work of Michelle Connolly. Michelle is a remarkably, prolific artist who has managed to stay connected to her inner child by channeling it through her artwork.

Though so much of her work comes from her personal memories and her very active imaginationthere is also a strong sense of depth and maturity to many of her pieces.

The gallery also carries works by Bob Bryden, Virginia Wright-Frierson, Rachel Kastner, Pam Toll, and Katherine Webb, as well as a large selection of works on paper in numerous media.

Sunset River Marketplace

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Tues- Sat. 10am-5pm Closed Mon. in winter sunsetrivermarketplace.com myspace.comsunsetrivermarketplace This eclectic, spacious gallery, located in the

historic fishing village of Calabash, N.C., features fine arts and crafts by some of North and South Carolina’s most creative, successful artists.

Almost every genre is represented here—oil, pastel and watercolor, clay and glass art, fiber art, turned wood, metal works, artisan-crafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio, custom framing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee With the Author series are also offered on-site.

Pastel artist Jane Staszak conducts a weekly class at Sunset River Marketplace art gallery in Calabash, N.C. The dynamic instruction and exchange of ideas has resulted in a closely knit group who have dubbed themselves the “Pastel Sisters” and their group show, which runs at the gallery through April 24th is titled “Pastel Sisters Show All.” Participating artists are: Nancy Guiry, Brenda Goff, Liz Roberts, Mary Grace Cain, Sue Ruopp, Barbara Riggi Evarts, Sandy Petit and Linda Young. Artist reception: Saturday, March 27th, 3-6pm; public welcome.

Wilmington Art Association Gallery

616B Castle St. (910) 343-4370 www.wilmington-art.org The Wilmington Art Association wishes to thank all of you who visited our annual juried Spring Art Show and Sale last week-end during the Azalea Festival.

Again, it was a successful event with over 350 entries from local artists. Please stop by and visit the Wilmington Art Gallery at 616-B Castle St. where our featured artist, Nancy Jernigan, who is visually impaired, has a colorful show titled “Blind Sited.” Our special event for April is fittingly called “Flowers.”

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Love of All-Things Southern:

Southern Culture on the Skids play free show as part of Rims on the River

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or over 25 years, few in music have associated being from the South more than the band Southern Culture On the Skids (SCOTS). As their name would suggest, SCOTS has made a career out of highlighting the seedier, campier and more outrageous aspects of life south of the Mason-Dixon Line, thanks to their unique brand of rockabilly/surf/ country-fried rock ‘n’ roll. Now seemingly busier than ever with touring, a new record coming out this year, and upgrading their back catalog of albums and merchandise, SCOTS is once again positioning themselves to be the standard-bearer for all things bee-hived, lacquered and plastic-covered.

Recently, I spoke with frontman Rick Miller, via phone, during his band’s week-long annual residency at the Continental Club In Austin, Texas.

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encore: What have Southern Culture on the Skids been up to lately?

Rick Miller: We’re doing a week’s worth of shows in Austin at the moment; we’re putting the finishing touches on our new record; we’ve got a new Web site coming; we’ve reissued Too Much Pork for Just One Fork, which has been out of print since 1992 or so. We’ve started re-issuing old Fuel-classic T-shirt designs, and we’ve got new T-shirt designs, so we’ve been busy.

We’re just doing our own thing now— we’re not working with Yep Roc [Records] anymore as our label. We’re just like a lot of other bands: We feel like it’s a better business move to try and do it on our own. We have a good established fanbase, so we’re just working toward that, and it should start to all fall together here pretty soon—we’ve been working at it a long time.

e: Is SCOTS’ new material in the same vein of the music you’ve made your career on?

RM: Some of it is. [Bassist ]Mary [Huff] has got three originals on the record, which is new for us. And the sound of the record is kind of all over the place. Our records have always had a few different types of genres on it, I guess, you could say, and it’s kind of the same way with this one. We’ve got some songs about just kind-of living in North Carolina and the Southeast that I think a lot of people can identify with. One of ‘em is called “My Neighbor Burns Trash”—you know, the usual.

Then we have some very interesting stuff in a minor key, almost—I don’t know if you’d call it “psychedelic”—and a couple good instrumentals. Not necessarily “surf” but moody things. Just things like that. I think it’s all really good, but it’s hard to tell right now when you’re just finishing something.

e: What makes that the right decision to be independent now as opposed to several years ago?

RM: I just think the Internet has come a long way. I mean, the music business has deteriorated as the Internet, and other ways of delivering product and publicity have grown.

I think more and more bands are just taking care of things themselves. If you can sell 25,000 units, and you only make a couple bucks off each one, or you could sell 5,000 of them yourself and make 80 percent profit, why would you use a label?

Even young bands are using the Internet to start their career instead of going the traditional route with an independent label and moving up to a major. You just don’t see that as much anymore. And I see that on the studio side of it, too, because I run a studio. No one has a budget; no one has any money.

Even the recording is going into people’s liv-

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Southern Culture on the Skids with Dex Romweber Duo, The Straight 8s and The Noseriders April 17th • Free, 5pm Riverfront Park (across from the Federal Building) Rims on the River car show, 11am-5pm, all over downtown Wilmington www.rimsontheriver.com ing rooms—not that I’m saying that necessarily makes for a good-sounding record.

But the do-it-yourself approach has just become so much more feasible.

e: Do you ever go back to old records and say, “Wow, that was a really good record?”

RM: Yeah, in hindsight, sure. I still really think Dirt Track Date was a really good record, and I really like the one before that, Ditch Diggin’.

It has some really nice minimalist stuff on it. But we go back all the time, and take old songs we like and add it to our repertoire.

Since reissuing Too Much Pork for Just One Fork, we’ve pulled out and played some songs we haven’t played in 20 years, you know? So, it’s fun. It’s fun to go back, and relive those and play a lot of them better than when we recorded them. e: So how do those songs about North Carolina translate when you play them outside of the Southeast?

RM: Pretty good, because so much of the

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Southern mystique and mythology is so much a part of literature, music, movies, you name it. Most people everywhere have some understanding of Southern culture—or however you want to put it.

Like the song “My Neighbor Burns Trash” is about a neighbor that I had who was a Holy Roller, and she just burned trash all the time.

It was really strange. And the song itself became as much about tolerance as any thing else. So, some of the songs translate on other levels outside of just being Southern. e: How do you, as a songwriter, manage to take a strange story like that and work it into a cohesive song?

RM: Well, it takes a lot of work. And it’s really all about editing, because you can sit down and just write 15 or 20 verses—just writing it down, writing it down. You don’t really worry too much about rhyming or anything. For me it’s more about capturing a feel or a visual thing or a character. The hard part is editing it and making it concise. I think that’s what takes time to get a song right.

You hear some songwriters say, “I wrote that in 15 minutes on a sheet of toilet paper while I was sitting in a bathroom somewhere.”

That does happen occasionally, I guess, but not that often. Most of the time you have to be working on a pretty steady basis to even think that something like that could happen. e: How do you navigate that fine line between characterization and making fun of someone?

RM: I just think you have to care about what you’re writing about, you know? You don’t just see it as satire, you actually care about it and you know about it. I think you look for stuff like that: the character-driven songs where you can actually get inside them. That, and I love banana pudding. e: Do people around the country, outside of the South understand that? That it’s satire, but you do love these people because that’s where you come from?

RM: I think so because it comes across in our delivery of the music. It’s not aggressive; we’re not flying the Confederate flag or anything like that. It’s about genuine things that are interesting about the South.

No place has the identity that the South has, and so many interesting things came from here. Some of those things may have sprung from things that weren’t so good, but nevertheless, they’re interesting. I enjoy the people from the Southeast, I enjoy being from the Southeast, and I think that comes across live and in all that we do.

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he history of rock ‘n’ roll is paved with youthfulness. Aging rockers and legendary icons aside, rock music has always been a reflection of youth culture, and with it comes the familiar themes of rebellion, restlessness and angst. The trick for some bands who care about such things is to somehow capture that spirit while making it their own. For Wilmington’s Fortune in the Sun, it seems that they’re on their way.

In listening to the band’s debut album, Where’s My Jetpack, I’m struck knowing just how young they really are (college-aged). Sure, often the style of music sounds like something created by kids raised in the early 2000s, and every once in a while the lyrics reveal youth by being a little cliché, but the production, structure, and musicianship sound as if they just released their fifth album, not their first. In an industry where nearly everything’s been done before, Fortune in the Sun somehow have put together a very mature first record; one that reflects the differences in their personalities without sounding garbled or thrown together.

“I think that our sound is the juxtaposition of all of our backgrounds,” drummer Daniel Ziglar says. “Chris Keck (guitar) is a rocker, Attilio [Cardelli] (bass) is into crazy music, I come from a jazz background, and everyone has their specific type of music that they listen to. In my opinion it shouldn’t sound as good as it does together because we’re all so diverse, but it does.”

Diversity aside, the record is clearly a result of the classic equalizer in most of music: ability. Almost immediately, from the very first listen, it’s evident that each band member knows what he’s doing.

From Brett Mondie’s nearly pitch-perfect singing, to every member’s careful musical contribution on each respective instrument (including a typewriter), what this group has produced doesn’t sound like a young band trying to be grown-up.

It sounds like four really good musicians becoming one unit.

“Being in this band together has led to our own sound,” Keck says. “Daniel and Attilio weren’t our original drummer and bass player, but when we added them, the talent level was so much more incredible. Everything you’d want in bandmates, they brought to the table. As soon as they joined, we knew Fortune in the Sun was complete—we had the band we were looking for.”

And there is no question that the sound of Where’s My Jetpack reflects their uni-

by: Adrian Varnam

Fortune in the Sun CD Release Party Frioday, April 16th, 10pm 16 Taps • 127 Princess St. Free

jetpacks ready! Fortune in the Sun comes armed with rocket-fast fuel in the form of their debut album, Where’s My Jetpack.

fied efforts. It’s cohesive, it seems to be equally contributive, and it’s complete and thoughtful, from beginning to end. But like even the most celebrated collaborations, the songs usually start somewhere and most often from the primary songwriter.

Fortune in the Sun is no different.

“I think what’s cool is that the whole thing started with Brett sending us scratch-tracks of him just playing guitar and vocals, and the songs just came out of that,” Cardelli says. “In a lot of ways they’re just dressedup singer/songwriter songs with an in-yourface poppy flare. It became a big production by the end, but it all started simply.”

That “big” production itself is what stands out most on the album. It doesn’t sound like a locally produced, independent record with a shoestring budget, and it doesn’t sound like an overly done tour de force either. The band managed to do what a lot of young

artists often don’t: Put it all together in a package that highlights everyone’s ability, without sounding strained, while keeping the listener engaged. It’s a delicate collection of tasks in the recording process, but the band admits it was a combination of having enough time to experiment (but not too much), having an open mind to fresh ideas, and having an engineer behind the board

who knew how to bring it all together. “[Producer] Lee Hester was really good at working with us and our crazy ideas, even though the concept of this band is founded on that: crazy ideas,” Mondie says. “He was

really cool about being flexible with us.”

“Translation of ‘cool’ is ‘ridiculously patient,’” Ziglar adds with a laugh.

It works—and it’s a great debut. For all of their youthfulness, both individually and collectively, Fortune in the Sun have released a fine first album that stands alone.

It’s a snapshot in the early life of a band that without question has the potential to put together many more as they continue to grow. Interestingly, the over-arching theme of Where’s My Jetpack may be exactly what Fortune in the Sun, like all artists, needs to internalize to make it to an ever-moredifficult next stage in their career: a second album.

“If there’s any central theme on this album, it’s facing life and its challenges and being strong enough a person to overcome them,” Mondie clarifies. “Sometimes life’s going to be trivial, and sometimes it’s going to be very serious, but you have to be strong enough and fight through it. Every single person is faced with that at one time or another in their life—they’re faced with the choice of being strong enough. If they want to survive, they have to be strong enough to keep trucking, regardless of what happens.”

It’s good enough advice for anyone. Or any band.

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a preview of tunes all over town this week

James Jarvis & Friends (7pm-8pm) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St., 910-763-1607 KaraoKe with BoB Clayton —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 Jim ashley’s open miC —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 dJ p. FunK —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 Jeremy norris —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 nutt house improv —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 roger davis, ron wilson —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 Jive turKey —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 dJBe KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 oyster Boy —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866

BaCKyard tire Fire, the FustiCs —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 aCoustiC night: talon stamper —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 aCt ii —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 KaraoKe w/ dJ BiKer roB —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 open miC night with gary allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 dJ —High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Bch; 458-0807 open miC night —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 KaraoKe —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 open miC w/ sean gerard (9pm) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 dJ JuiCe —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 piano show —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 eriC and Carey B. —El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255

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Fried Lot —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc., 910-256-0115 top 40 dJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 Nutt Street opeN Mic —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 AduLt SituAtioN —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212 MAchiNe GuN —Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255 ForeSt tAbor —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 dMtb —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsvil e Beach; 256-2776 tiM bLAck FeAturiNG ANdi —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 GoGGLez pizANo —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 StiLL tiMe —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 Lizzy pitch —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front Street; 763-3737 heLLo SuGAr, bLivet —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 kooStic thANG! —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 dJ ced —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206

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friDAY, APriL 16 dJ (hip-hop/dANce) —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsvil e Beach; 256-2776 piANo Show —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 JAMeS JArviS & FrieNdS (7pM-8pM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 kArAoke koNG —Slick and Reds, 2501 S. College Rd.; 798-5355 MeLviN ANd SAyer —El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255 Mike woLFe ANd the woLFe GANG —Fat Tony’s, 131 North Front St.; 343-8881

teruAh —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 dJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 dJ —The Sandbar, 417 S. College Rd.,791-6080 kArAoke w/ bob cLAytoN —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Drive; 792-6880 dANe britt —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Gril , 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 dJ —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 dJ Scooter FreSh —Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 Live MuSic —Wrightsvil e Gril e, 6766 Wrightsvil e Ave.; 509-9839 Live MuSic —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385, 285-8888 dJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 dJ icoN —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 dJ ced —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 pAiNted MAN —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 FortuNe iN the SuN —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 bALd Fury —Big D’s American Saloon; 6745-B Market chASiNG edeN, the MArk —The Blend; 5226 S. College Rd. Unit 8, 799-8899

tALoN StAMper —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 toM NooNAN ANd JANe houSeAL —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 hipSLAck —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 dANieL pAriSh —Little Dipper, 138 S. Front St.; 251-0433 Fortch —Thai Gril , 13500 NC HWY 50 #107, Holly Ridge; 329-4424 SoFA kiNG NAuGhtieS —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 bMw —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 cASSeroLe —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 bLivet —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910256-9133 JeSSe StocktoN —Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front Sreet; 251-1935 Fred FLyNN & FrieNdS, the StoNeS, the New diNoSAurS —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 dJ tiMe —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 kArAoke w/ dJ vAL —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 dJ Stretch —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 LAtiNo NiGht with dJ —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595

robbie berry —Southpaw Sports Bar, 123 Princess St.;338-1886 roN etheridGe & J. wooLwiNe —Barbary Coast; 116 S. Front St., 762-8996 chArLie the horSe —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 JArrod hArric —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 J.b & FrieNdS —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385, 285-8888 SouLShiNe —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040 heLLo SuGAr —Reggie’s, 1415 S. 42nd St. GeorGe hArtNer, the eLectric dreAM —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 JAh creAtioN —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

SAturDAY, APriL 17 dJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 bryAN GALeki —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 piANo Show —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 dJ Scooter FreSh —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 heLLo SuGAr(5-9), kArAoke koNG —Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224 cLASSy kArAoke with MANdy cLAytoN —Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001 GuitAriSt perry SMith —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395

dJ icoN —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 iAMhuMAN —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 dANe britt —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Gril , 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 LeiGh ANN’S beAch pArty —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsvil e Beach; 256-2776 wiLL revo —Francesco’s, 839 S. Kerr Ave.; 793-5656 kArAoke w/ bob cLAytoN —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 Live MuSic —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385, 285-8888 dJ p. MoNey —Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 dyNAMic therM-o-toNeS, JAded MAyberry —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 dJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 dJ Stretch; Live JAM with beNNy hiLL —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 Jerry poweLL —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc., 910-256-0115 the NeceSSAry bANd —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

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open Mic nigHt —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 roger DaviS, ron WilSon —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 DJ —High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Bch; 458-0807

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LINCOLN THEATRE 126 e. caBarruS St., raleigH 919-821-4111

4/16: George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic 4/17: Imperial Dub Squad, Below the Bassline, Timi Irie, D.H.I.M 4/24: Dog Day Afternoon

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4/14: The Wailers, Steve Martinez & The Give Thanks Band 4/15: The Disco Biscuits, Sci Fi 4/16: The Packabelles (Early Show), The Movement (Late Show) 4/17: Mastodon, Between The Buried and Me, Valient Thorr 4/18: Leon Russell, Medusa Stone 4/20: WE The Kings, The Maine, Cartel, Stereo Skyline, Artist vs Poet

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Latin American Invasion: Mixto welcomes Chef Eric Gephart to the kitchen

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t seems like Latin America has taken over Wilmington as of late, thanks to quite a few restaurant openings touting the cuisine. Of the ilk is Mixto, located downtown Wilmington in the heart of the riverwalk. Debuting in March, Mixto colorfully brightens Wilmington’s cobblestone streets, thanks to its glowing hues of red, orange and yellow, invoking joy and cheer among its diners. The floral tablecloths beckon attention immediately upon entering, as garish floral patterns glare from under a plastic-like sheen. All of the human-scale photographs, done by Jason Kolsch, prove strikingly captivating. Closeups of faces painted in white and black, almost skeletal-like, note the tradition known as “Day of the Dead” (El Día de los Muertos), celebrated November 2nd in Latin America, United States and Canada.

“The photos and shrines we’ve used were inspired by the holiday,” Justin Smith, one-third of the restaurateurs who upstarted Mixto, told encore last week. “It’s a three-day celebration to honor loved ones who have died.”

Smith’s partners, Barbara Weetman and Gil Johnson, culled inspiration from the West Coast’s popular Latin American chain Cha Cha Cha to transform the space—owned by former mayor Harper Peterson—from what was Water Street Restaurant. “We also felt like we could make it into an ‘experience’ type of restaurant, which has worked for us in the past,” Smith noted, referring to his other popular eateries, Yo Sake and Little Dipper.

The restaurateurs brought in Chef Eric Gephart of Buoy 32 in Wrightsville Beach to add contemporary flair to ordinarily traditional maize-based dishes, like tamales, tortillas and arepas. Perhaps the most compelling aspect to the Mixto menu, besides the fact that their mole sauce is richly decadent, comes from the fact that Gephart is working with the mindset of staying fresh and local as much as possible.

“We do our best to keep a 50-mile radius for our raw products,” Gephart informed.

“The tortillas, cheese, tamales, salsa, guacamole and much more are all handmade daily with local ingredients. We get two fish deliveries a day to ensure freshness. With the recent moratorium on local grouper, to be lifted May 1st, we substitute comparable local fish instead of using imported grouper.

We make all of our stocks and soups and

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Gephart, having studied at the Culinary Institute of America before apprenticing in Auckland, New Zealand, at The Harourside, claimed time spent in Central America helped hone his current culinary undertaking. But, at heart, food in general remains his passion.

“In my years as a chef, I have learned this one universal truth: It doesn’t matter whether you are cooking French, Pan Asian or Latino, great food starts with the same thing: fresh ingredients,” he said.

One Thursday evening Matthew, my steadfast dining companion (full disclosure: also a chef at a local downtown restaurant), and I embarked upon the eatery, ready for a margarita or two and a nice helping of guacamole.

The house ‘ritas quenched our thirsts rather nicely; the guacamole’s flavor had a comparable zing, offering fresh lime and lemon tartness among the onion, jalapeno and a slight cilantro crisp. However, the guacamole’s texture ventured from the norm and was served whipped rather than chunky. Since our visit, a friend noted she loved the “chunky” texture of the dip, so perhaps Gephart has changed his technique back to a raw, homey approach.

The ceviche arrived wading in a pool of citrus juice, which tasted mostly of orange rather than ceviche’s quintessential lemon and lime.

Gephart’s modern-day approach to Mixto menu combines “favorite traditional dishes with [a] contemporary twist”—the ceviche proved as much is true. The fish itself was quite fresh, cooked from the acidic backbone of the dish. While Matthew preferred less citrus on his palate, I didn’t mind its burst of flavor. It awakened my tastebuds rather lovely.

Our entrées’ first course, the obligatory soup or salad, softened the palate before the main act. My chicken tortilla soup appeared deep red from the stewed tomatoes and tasted mostly of such, aside from the

THAT’S A’MOLE: Mixto’s Chef Gephart does a mean chicken mole dish, served with sweet plantains, hearty black beans and freshly sliced avocado, over Spanish-style rice.

shredded chicken that offered the only measurement of intensity. The soup could have benefitted from more depth: chiles, oregano, cilantro, garlic, onion, etc. With only two tortilla strips atop it, the starter didn’t follow through on its name. Yet, Matthew’s salad made up for it tenfold. The mixed greens were served in a large bowl, topped with red peppers, Manchego cheese and a spicy mango vinaigrette. The dressing pepped up the starter course intensely.

When my chicken mole arrived, it came with a Spanish-style rice, black beans and plantains, all perfectly balancing the other with every bite. The mole, known for its vast amount of ingredients, was thick, paste-like even, and rich, as the cacao snuck through the chile and spice. The chicken breast and thigh served alongside was the perfect size, albeit a bit smaller than most chicken. According to Matthew that’s usually a good sign, indicating the chicken may be free range and not pumped with hormones to fatten it up. Still, the portion sizes of the entrées were large enough to split.

Matthew ordered the dry-rubbed pork, served with sweet-potato mash and black

beans. The pork tenderloin was impressive: perfectly cooked, perfectly tender, perfectly juicy. He loved the fact that the rub had a bite, offering enough spice to disturb the faint of heart. But, when eaten with the sweet mashed potatoes, the combination worked perfectly, even for those who can’t palate heat.

Though we had to pack boxes for our leftovers, we couldn’t pass on dessert.

My favorite flavor combo, chile and chocolate, came served in a mousse, which happens to be my favorite dessert. It arrived in an oversized ramekin, the rich chocolate lighting up on the finish by the chile’s fire. Yet, the consistency of the mousse needed to set longer, as it lacked an airy thickness that makes the dessert classic.

While our bill came out on the pricey end, I wouldn’t expect it to be the case for most people. After all, we went with the whole kit and caboodle, from drinks to appetizers, entrées to dessert. Mixto’s bar menu offers a more frugal approach to dining out, with tamales, quesadillas and even a Mexican burger priced reasonably.

However, the pork entrée only topped off at 20-something bucks, a price worth such a well-crafted dish, one I’d eat over again.

Outdoor patio dining will surely draw the tourists this season, as the weather warms and the Cape Fear breeze complements the free-flowing ‘ritas. As for the locals: They’re already coming out in droves. The restaurant was filled with downtownies upon our departure—a good sign for success, despite a down economy.

“Some may think its not the greatest time to be opening new places,” Smith said, “but if an opportunity comes along for the perfect concept in the perfect space, like it did at Mixto, it’s hard for us to turn it down. I love this business and downtown too much to not give it try.”

As for me, well, I can’t wait to try the tamales, as well as Sunday brunch.

Chowder Champion: Pleasure Island crowns a new one this weekend

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ny resident of Wilmington or any of its surrounding areas can attest to the positive growth that Pleasure Island has seen in recent years. Smart development and the revitalization of the Carolina Beach’s trademark Boardwalk, among other improvements, have allowed the island to continue being one of the area’s most attractive destinations for both tourists and locals.

Undoubtedly there are still people who

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Pleasure Island Chowder Cookoff A competition of chowder from local restaurants April 17th, 11:30pm-5pm Carolina Beach Lake •$5 to judge (910) 458-8434

Join our staff for a tour of Eastern North Carolina’s best skate parks. Each morning we will hop on the bus for skating adventures to places like the new Marsh Creek Skate Park in Raleigh and PCM park in Washington, NC. Instructors will come along to help you learn some new tricks. Lunch is not included.

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These clinics are designed to allow beginners to speed up their learning process. We will work on the fundamentals of skateboarding technique, equipment and safety. Each clinic will be taught by skatepark staff.

haven’t visited Pleasure Island in a while. The best way to get them there? Fun events! And this is something in which the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce specializes. From the popular Seafood, Blues, and Jazz festival held every autumn, to the Carolina Beach Music Festival in the summer, the chamber has proven that family-friendly entertainment will invite people in droves.

This Saturday’s 14th annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cookoff is one way to captivate local citizens, as it features creative seafood chowder creations from some of the area’s top restaurants. The event is a onestop shop for chowder lovers to discover Pleasure Island, while also tasting chowders and judging their favorites.

“We try to put on as many events as possible,” Gail McCloskey, executive director of the Pleasure Island Chamber, says. “We want to give people another reason to enjoy our area and all we have to offer.”

The gates open at 11:30am at the Carolina Beach Lake (along the main drag through the island), and a mere $5 allows attendants to receive a People’s Choice judging ballot, wherein the prerequisite is to taste each restaurant’s offering. People’s Choice judging ends at 4pm, and the winners will be announced at 5pm.

There is no admission charge for the event, and food, drinks, beer and wine will be sold (no pets or coolers please).

Chowders will also be judged by a panel of community members, including Congressman Mike McIntyre, Jim Whitmeyer of the Bone 103.7, Craig and Sheila of Sunny 104.5, Judy Royal of the StarNews, and Joe Mauceri of WWAY. Another notable judge this year is Mi-

SOUND OFF: Mark Roberts and the Breeze will play live from 11:30am-5pm during Pleasure Island’s 14th annual Chowder Cookoff.

chael McGowan of Michael’s Seafood Restaurant. Michael’s has competed and won several times in the past, but McGowan will sit on the other side of the judges’ table this year. A $500 prize will be awarded to both Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice winners, along with $100 each for Best Decorated Tent and Most Spirited.

Of the nine competing restaurants, only three (Rucker John’s, Harbor Masters Restaurant and Tangerine Caribbean Grill) have competed in past years. Newcomers include Fish Bites Restaurant, the Lazy Pirate, Surf house, Treehouse Bistro, Beau Rivage Golf & Resort and Greek Boys Fun Festival Foods.

“With so many new restaurants competing,” McCloskey says, “it’s going to be really interesting.” Although, she stops short at picking a favorite, not wanting to break the competitive spirit.

“They all think they’re going to win!” she attests.

Folks who partake in the event can expect more than just chowder. The 2008 Carolina Beach Music Favorite New Artist winner, Mark Roberts and Breeze, will play all day, providing their renditions of dance, funk, rock, beach music and country.

There’s also tons of entertainment for the kiddies. The free Kidz Zone will feature face-painting, balloon art and pirate shows. Mad Science of Coastal Carolina will also be providing fun and educational science-related entertainment.

For more info on the Pleasure Island Chowder Cookoff, visit www.pleasureislandnc.org or call the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce at 910-458-8434.

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dining guide american Brixx Wood Fired Pizza A short drive from the beach, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza in Mayfaire Town Center is a fun, friendly neighborhood restaurant. Serving the best brick-oven pizzas around, Brixx also offers a fine selection of signature focaccia sandwiches, pastas, fresh salads and desserts. Stop in for a quick lunch, or kick back on the patio with one of 24 beers on tap or 14 wines by the glass. Brixx is also a latenight destination, serving 2-for-1 pizzas and appetizers after 10 p.m. Open until 1 a.m.

Monday through Saturday and 11 p.m. on Sunday.6801 Main Street, Wilmington, NC 28405. 910-256-9677. www.brixxpizza.com.

BLUeWaTer Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday during the summer months. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC . 910.256.8500.

cHriS’ coSmic KiTcHen cosmicKitchenonline.com Serving breakfast all day as well as lunch and handmade cheesecake, Chef and Owner Chris Lubben loves to make many of his menu items from scratch. Whether you’re in the mood for a fluffy 3-egg Omelet, Shrimp & Grits, Prime Rib Sandwich or Andes Mint Cheesecake, Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is your “Out of this World” Breakfast/Lunch Destination. Evening restaurant rental is available, as well as a Personal Chef service. Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is located at 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109, on the corner of Racine Dr. and Eastwood Rd. Closed Monday. Open TuesSat. from 8am-4pm with Sun. Brunch from 9am-2pm. Take-out calls welcome, 792-6720.

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c.G. daWGS For great traditional New York style eats with Southern charm look no further than C.G. Dawgs. You will be drawn in by the aroma of fine beef franks served with witty banter and good natured delivery from the cleanest hot dog carts in Wilmington. Sabrett famous hot dogs and Italian sausages are the primary fare offered, with a myriad of condiments for all of your mid-day or late night cravings. You

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may find them daily at their new location on the boardwalk of Market and Water St. from 11am to 5pm. Saturdays at the farmers market. Thursday-Saturday nights they are on Market St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm to 3:00am. Then they finish the week off at Fibbers on Sunday nights until 3am. To busy to leave the office? Ask about their lunch time delivery service for downtown!!

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This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. 256-2231 Wrightsville Beach.

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Kefi, founded in 1981 by a group of friends, has a long-standing tradition as a favorite local watering hole. This Wrightsville-Beach eatery is open at 6am for breakfast, offering everything from omelets and pancakes, to shrimp and grits. Take a break from the beach and visit Kefi’s, where their menu features a variety of salads and sandwiches. There is even a “working man’s lunch,” served Monday through Friday, all for under $6. At night Kefi comes alive by serving dinner with a Southern flare. From the fried pickles appetizer to their the shrimp or oyster Po’boy to their nightly dinner specials, there is something that will make your taste buds sing.

Then stick around for live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; nightly drink specials are offered. Go online at www.kefilive.com for more info and full music schedule. Open 6am-2am, seven days a week, with full ABC permits. Lunch deliveries available in the Wrightsville Beach area. Located at 2012 Eastwood Road, 910-256-3558.

Are you ready to eddie? FLAT eddie’s upbeat, modern dining room & bar makes eddie’s the new “it” place to dine in Wilmington for New American Cuisine. Why FLAT eddie’s? Their signature flatbreads! These flavorful creations start with scratch-made dough, stretched thin and piled high with ingredients like roma tomatoes, succulent shrimp and luxurious cheeses.

All sandwiches and burgers are under $8 and their entrees are unique and bold. FLAT eddie’s bar serves up $2 and $3 beer and cocktail specials daily. Private dining area available.

Large groups welcome. Family-style meals to go available. FlatEddiesRestaurant.com. 5400 Oleander Drive, Wilmington . 910.799.7000.

HeLLS KiTcHen This former Dawson’s Creek stage set has been turned into a lively pub in the heart of Downtown Wilmington. Their extensive menu ranges from classics like a thick Angus burger or NY style reuben 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 on the big screen, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with a pool table, darts, weekly trivia, and live music on the weekends. Offers limited lunchtime delivery during the week and can accommodate large parties. M-Sat 11am until late, opens Sundays at noon. 118 Princess St, (910) 763-4133.

HenrY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest and offers daily blackboard specials that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people.

Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. 910.793.2929.

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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. Open Tuesday-Sunday, serving dinner at 5pm. 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

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. 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. Mon.-Fri. 10am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm; closed Sunday. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD.

meLLoW mUSHroom Mellow out and relax in the comfortable atmosphere that Mellow Mushroom offers.

From the giant psychadelic ‘shroom located in the bar area to the Cadillac hanging on the wall, this restaurant is far from ordinary.

The open kitchen brings live entertainment as pizza dough flies in the air. Their handtossed, spring-water dough brings new meaning to pizzas and calzones—healthy!!

With 20 drafts and an array of microbrews, domestic and import bottles, Mellow Mushroom has an extensive beer list and full bar.

Also, check out their lunch specials and variety of sandwiches. Their menu also caters to everyone and offers many vegetarian dishes.

Live jazz on Wednesdays. Hours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm. 4311 Oleander Drive, 452-3773.

TroLLY SToP Trolly Stop Hot Dogs are family owned with six locations. Since 1976 we specialize in homemade chili, slaw and sauces. Dogs include Smighfield (beef & pork), Southern Dog, Sabrett (all beef), Northern Dog, Carolina Packers Pork Dog (smoke sausage), Oscar Mayer 98% Fat Free Dogs (turkey) and Light Life Veggie Dog (soy). Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open six days including Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; 343-2999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 4523952. Open at 11am on Sat.; South Howe St. in Southport, 457-7017; 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, 458-5778. Catering cart available all year from $300. 910-297-8416.

aSian doUBLe HaPPineSS Double Happiness offers the Port City fine Asian dining at reasonable prices. We prepare flavorful dishes inspired by the cultural richness of Malaysia, Thailand and authentic China. We’re now serving traditional dim sum, and good health special vegetarian dishes, such as Soy Peking Ribs, homemade tofu and homemade Malaysian sponge cake.

We are dedicated to branding the exotic flavors of fresh ingredients and a romantic spice in all of our cooking techniques. Our friendly

staff is always willing to help customers, and we serve beer and wine for lunch and dinner.

Banquet and tatami rooms are available for large parties. Open Monday through Saturday, 11am-10pm; and Sunday 3pm-10pm.

4403 Wrightsville Avenue; 910-313-1088. www.doublehappinessrestaurant.com.

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), 799-1426.

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. Open Monday thru Thursday 4pm10pm; Friday and Saturday 4pm-10:30pm; and Sunday 11am-10pm. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

Please visit the Web site at hirojapanesesteakhouse.com.

iNdoCHiNE rEStAUrANt ANd 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, or be entertained every Friday night with a Balinese dancer. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), 251-9229. Indochinewilmington.com.

CAribbEAN jAMAiCA’S CoMFort ZoNE Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is Wilmington’s Authentic Caribbean Restaurant conveniently located at 417 S. College Road in University Landing. We offer exquisite Caribbean cuisine to satisfy your taste buds, whether they are for spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, mellow flavors of our curry chicken, curry goat or our ox tail skillfully flavored by our Jamaican chefs. Come in and enjoy our many menu selections, our warm décor, smoke-free atmosphere, excellent service and our smooth reggae music. Operating hours are: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Wednesday – Saturday 11:45am – 9:00pm (Closed Monday and Tuesday). Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at www.jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us 910-399-2867.

FrENCH CApriCE biStro Wilmington’s finest French cuisine can be found at Caprice Bistro, a small informal neighborhood restaurant, 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” three years in a row! 10 Market Street, downtown Wilmington, 815-0810.

itAliAN ANtoNioS piZZA ANd pAStA Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta, simply known as Antonio’s, is anything but simple. From scrumptious appetizers to signature pizza to some of the best traditional Italian pasta dishes in town, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a cozy dinner for two or bring the whole family in for pizza and fun. Offering beer and wine at their Monkey Junction and Porter’s Neck location and live music Friday and Saturday nights with all ABC permits at their Leland location, Antonio’s has thought of everything for you to enjoy your dining experience with them. Monkey Junction across from Super Walmart off South College Road (910) 792-0000, Porter’s Neck Shopping Center next to Kiva Grill off Market Street (910) 686-7774, Cross Creek Commons across from Magnolia Greens (910) 383-0033. www. antoniospizzaandpasta.com

EddiE roMANElli’S Eddie Romanelli’s 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, madefrom-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. RomanellisRestaurant.com. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. 910.383.1885.

OPEN NOW! Fresh from the Farm

The Riverfront Farmers’ Market is a curbside market featuring local farmers, producers, artists & crafters.

• Fruits • Vegetables • Plants • Herbs • Flowers • Eggs • Cheeses • Meats • Seafood

• Honey • Baked goods • Pasta • Pickles • Jams & Jelly • Candy • Art • Crafts • Entertainment

giorgio’S itAliAN rEStAUrANt Giorgio’s is a locally owned, one-of-a-kind restaurant. Offering age-old traditions and timeless recipes, perfection is accomplished by combining the perfect cuisine and atmosphere for a dining experience that is not soon forgotten. With over 50 years of cooking experience under one roof, the smells of old-fashioned home cooking float through the air creating that comforting feeling of home-away-from-home!

From old world style dishes to modern day creations, the menu showcases multiple flavors that will tempt the palate of the most discriminating connoisseurs. A Monkey Junction

The Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays, April 17 - December 18 from 8am-1pm downtown on Water Street between Market and Princess Streets.

For more information call

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landmark for over 12 years! www.giorgios-restaurant.com. 5226 S College Rd.,Wilmington 910-790-9954.

Slice of life “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 highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. We have the largest tequila selection in Wilmington. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.” Stop by for lunch dinner, or a late-night treat, open from 11:30am until 3am, seven days a week, 365 days a year, all ABC permits.

122 Market Street between Second and Front, downtown Wilmington. 251-9444. Visit our 2nd location at 1437 Military Cutoff rd., next to PT’s! 256-2229 www.grabslice.com.

JAMAicAN JAMAicA’S coMfort ZoNe Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is Wilmington’s Authentic Caribbean Restaurant conveniently located at 417 S. College Road in University Landing. We offer exquisite Caribbean cuisine to satisfy your taste buds, whether they are for spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, mellow flavors of our curry chicken, curry goat or our ox tail skillfully flavored by our Jamaican chefs. Come in and enjoy our many menu selections including our daily offering of a four-course meal for $12.00. Operating hours: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Monday - Closed; open Tuesday – Saturday 11:45am – 9:00pm.

Live Music every 3rd Friday. Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at HYPERLINK “http://www.jamaicascomfortzone.com” www.jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us at 910-399-2867.

orgANic loVeY’S MArKet Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for natural and organic groceries, or just a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious, and totally fresh snack.

Whether they are in the mood for a veggie burger, a bean burrito or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte café menu at Lovey’s. The food bar—which has cold salads and hot selections that can be eaten in the café seating or boxed for take-out—can be enjoyed all day long, while the juice bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables.

Specializing in bulk sales of produce, grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices, Lovey‘s also carries grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. Wheat-free, gluten-free, products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries and wholesome pet foods. For anything shoppers want that is not in stock, Lovey‘s will be happy to find it.

Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday, 9am to 7pm; Saturday, 9am to 6pm; and on Sundays, 10am to 6pm. Café hours: Monday-Friday, 11am–6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road; 910-509-0331.

Online at www.loveysmarket.com.

tidAl creeK co-oP Tidal Creek Deli offers a wide array of exceptional and unusual organic foods, all of which taste as good as they are for you.

The salad bar and hot bar incorporate flavors from around the world; each item is prepared by hand using only fresh and local ingredients. The chefs are constantly experimenting to create new and exciting dishes. Choose from made to order

smoothies with almond butter and hemp milk, salads with locally grown greens or, special order a wedding cake made from scratch to your specifications. Whatever your tastes, Tidal Creek Deli is a place to rejuvenate the mind and body while enjoying the company of a friendly and relaxed organic community.

SeAfood docK Street oYSter BAr Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfortable in flip flops as you would in a business suit. smoke-free! Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. 762-2827 www.dockstreetoysterbar.net.

eASt At tHe BlocKAde rUNNer Hotel The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Friday evening plus a spectacular Sunday 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. We offer live entertainment on Saturday evening and Sunday brunch. Our smoke-free lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd. Wrightsville Beach. 910-256-2251.

HieroNYMUS Proving that excellent seafood isn’t just for the eateries at Wrightsville Beach, Hieronymus Seafood is the stop for mid-

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town Wilmington seafood lovers. In business for 27 years strong, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by consistently providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in oceanic cuisine. Complete with a full-service bar and a fireside oyster bar, it’s the place to be if you are seeking top-quality attributes in atmosphere, presentation, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysters Hieronymus and the Scallops Fra Diavlo. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2007. 5035 Market Street; 392-6313.

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.

OceanicRestaurant.com. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. 910.256.5551

SoUtHerN HAll’S troPicANA reStAUrANt Hall’s is a Wilmington tradition! Originally opened in 1901 as a drug store, Hall’s has been serving the Downtown community for over 100 years. We serve traditional Southern fare, including a classic breakfast with the accompaniments you’ve grown to love. Lunch includes a Southern buffet Monday-Friday with pork, chicken, all the fixin’s, and a special addition every day! Don’t forget our unique menu, which includes everything from specialty sandwiches to fried seafood. Most importantly, at Hall’s everything is fresh! Open Monday-Friday, 7am-2pm (buffet 11-2), and Saturday from 7am-12:30pm with breakfast and menu items only. 421 Castle St. 910-762-2210.

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CarolinaAleHouse.com. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. 910.791.9393.

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Rape Crisis Center presents Rock Against Rape, hosts other events

E

ight years ago, a group of guys from a heavy metal band walked into the Rape Crisis Center with a proposal.

The pitch was simple: a fund-raiser in the form of a rock concert where all proceeds would go to the center. The reason behind it was deeper than their black dress coats, their 1980’s Bon Jovi hair, their tattoos and piercings. These young men sat in front of

Thursday, april 15Th Rafaela’s $15 at door; free appetizers Benny Hill, 6:30-9pm 16 Taps Hello Sugar, 8-10:30pm Blivet, 10:30pm-1:30am

Friday, april 16Th Mellow Mushroom Ben Giovara, 9-10pm Possum Creek, 10pm-12am Garris & Gregory Ben Giovara, 9:30-11pm Fred Flynn & the Stones, 11pm-12am South Paw Sports Bar Kim Dicso, 8-9:30pm Kendrick Smith, 9:30-11pm

saTurday, april 17Th Kefi Never Forever, 9-11pm the committee and explained that they were tired of the media’s portrayal of rapists who looked like them, and that they took offense to it.

The first annual Rock Against Rape took place at Hugh MacRae Park, featuring thrash heavy metal bands and even a tattoo contest. Amy Feath, director of the Rape Crisis Center, recalls the founding fathers, “It was a little bit outside of the comfort zone for the RCC, but we still went to the market and board- that [rock music] is an audience too. That’s how it was born, and now it has evolved.”

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by: Lisa Huynh Rock Against Rape 8th annual fund-raiser at various venues April 15-17 • $20 wristbands Rape Crisis Center, Coastal Horizons Center, Inc., 615 Shipyard Boulevard

Enemy of Mine, 11pm-2am Firebelly Lounge Adam Wood, 8-10pm Wes Hutchinson, 10pm-1am The Cellar The Postcard Society, 9-10:30pm The New Dinosaurs, 10:30pm-1am Costellos Bibis and Black, 7-9pm Tom Noonan and Jane Houseal, 10:30pm1am Katy’s Brandon O’Dell, 8-9:30pm Al’s Place Band, 9:30pm-11pm The School Boys, 11pm-1am Palm Room Atlantic Avenue, 9-10:30pm Mist and the Madness, 10:30pm-2am Schreiner’s Kendrick Karaoke, 9pm-1:30am Brown Coat Pub and Theatre Dragon Seeks Path, 10pm-1am This April the Port City is continuing the tradition by celebrating its eighth subsequent year with Rock Against Rape, this time lasting a span of three days for the first time ever. In the spirit of Sexual Assault Awareness month, this benefit concert has expanded to more different varieties of venues and music artists than ever before. The music has grown from the original thrash heavy metal, to genres such as jazz, Latin, salsa, reggae, and classic rock. Returning bands, like Fred Flynn and the Stones and New Dinosaurs, fresh artists like Atlantic Avenue and Never Forever, will play at equally old and new venues like Costello’s

and The Cellar.

While the demographics and styles of music have changed, the initial mission of the founding fathers still hold true now. Kyle Garris of New Dinosaurs is dedicating his fans and energy to the cause for the second year in a row.

“I have a mom and a sister, Mike Gardner (fellow band member) has four daughters, so it really hits home for [us],” Garris says.

“Anything [we] can do to raise awareness that there is a Rape Crisis Center for people to go and talk to—and if they need money, then my music brings a few extra dollars in and I’m so thrilled to help.”

The community involvement, however, goes further than just the bands and venues. Businesses such as Moe’s Southwest Grill, Sunrise Broadcasting and The Penguin 106.7 FM have dedicated their time, money, promotions and DJs to help sponsor RAR. Techniques in Motion School of Dance donated teal wristbands to the center. The wristbands are a new addition to the fund-raiser, as folks make a $20 tax-deductible donation to recieve a RAR t-shirt and one wristband, which allows them access to all shows during all three days.

Julie Ozier, Crisis Center supervisor, speaks out about the cause. “We are using so many different types of music; we are engaging people that do not have sexual assault awareness on their radar and bringing it to the forefront. This is a great way for people in different groups in the community to get involved and make a difference.”

In the United States, one in six women and one in 33 men will be sexually assaulted in their lifetimes, according to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) Web site. As many as 60 percent of sexual assaults are not reported to the police, while as few as 6 percent of rapists will ever spend a day in jail. The Rape Crisis Center is a nonprofit agency funded solely by grants, fund-raising and donations. Their services include free counseling, support groups and a 24-hour crisis response.

The Rape Crisis Center will also be hosting many other events during the month of April to spread awareness on sexual assault, including a viewing of “Hip Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes” on April 22nd at Randall Library Auditorium, which examines hip-hop music and culture and its effect on

gender violence against women. Likewise, they welcome the UNCW CARE Art Show, also held in Randall. This show features a variety of visual and written works from survivors of sexual assault, which will be on display until Saturday, April 17.

Advanced tickets for the Rock Against Rape benefit concerts are available at Gravity Records on Kerr Avenue and at the Rape Crisis Center at 615 Shipyard Boulevard.

For more information, visit the Port City Rock Against Rape group on Facebook.

“There is no way that [the RCC committee] can do this . . . without the community and volunteers,” Ozier says. All are encouraged to help make the April events successful.

OTHER APRIL EVENTS • UNCW CARE Art Show: 4/5-4/17 2nd floor of Randall Library • Hip Hop: Beyond Beats & Rhymes: 4/22 Viewing and Reception: Thursday, 7pm Randall Library Auditorium, UNCW Co-sponsored by CARE and Women’s’ Resource Center • CARE Speak-Out: 4/14, 8pm Campus Commons Amphitheater, UNCW • Jeans for Justice (Brunswick) Fridays in April • Roller Derby: 4/24 Jellybeans $10/$12 tickets Doors open at 6pm, match at 7pm 20 percent of proceeds to RCC

Activities in conjunction with child Abuse AwAreness Month: • Flower Launch at Henrietta: 4/20, 4pm-5pm • Butterfly Event: 4/22 9am, Pender DSS

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Events FARMERS’ MARKETS Riverfront Farmers’ Market reopens on Sat. 4/17.

Remains open every Saturday (except October 2 Riverfest) through 12/18, 8am-1pm, downtown. Features local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Products offered include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheeses, meats, seafood, honey, baked goods, legumes, pickled items, jams and jellies, wine, art, crafts, and more. N. Water St. (between Market & Princess streets). • Pine Valley Market’s Farm Fresh Saturdays: 4/24, 5/22, and every saturday from June-August. A local farmer from Clinton will be here each of those days with a variety of local and regional produce. Castle Hayne farm flowers, too. www. pinevalleymarket.com, 3520 S College Rd. • Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market opens Wed. 4/14, 8am-1pm. Everything is locally grown or made: in-season fruits and vegetables, plants, cut flowers, eggs, cheese, sausage, crab cakes, baked goods, nuts, pickles, herbs, honey, and a lovely assortment of beautiful crafts. Through 12/15,rain or shine. 10200 U.S.

17, Poplar Grove is only a mile from the I-40 bypass. (910) 686-9518 ext. 26.

MASTER GARDENER PLANT SALE Pender County Master Gardeners will hold their annual spring plant sale at the Pender County Extension Center, located at 801 S. Walker St.,

4/14-24: FARMERS’ MARKETS

It’s time to think local and fresh! The Farmers’ Markets throughout Wilmington begin opening this week, starting with Poplar Grove’s Wednesday market, followed by downtown’s Saturday market and capping it off with Pine Valley Market’s Farm Fresh Saturdays beginning on the 24th. Buy from local farmers, and help sustain our economy and our health with better care.

in Burgaw, 4/16, 9am–5pm, and 4/17, 9am–4pm.

Sale will feature a variety of vegetables, herbs, perennials, colorful annuals and Japanese Maples that thrive in southeastern North Carolina. There will be a special focus on flowering plants to attract beneficial insects and pollinators to the garden.

Pender Master Gardeners will have an education booth and will be available to answer questions.

All proceeds from the sale will benefit Pender County Cooperative Extension’s educational programs. • Two free classes will be offered at Pender County Cooperative Extension on Sat. 4/17: Vegetable Gardening 101 will be held from 10am-12pm; Fruit Gardening 101 will be held from 1:30-3pm. To register for the free classes contact the Pender County Cooperative Extension Office at 259-1235 or http://pender. ces.ncsu.edu.

PLEASURE ISLAND CHOWDER COOK-OFF See page 23.

TIDAL CREEK PROGRAMS 4/17: Wilmington Earth Day. 12-6pm, Hugh MacRae Park. Free. Tidal Creek will be serving great food while you enjoy live music, the kids zone, and the green market - a place where you can meet local, green, businesses. • 4/24: ReUse Yard Sale. 8-11am, Free. Tidal Creek Lawn.

This is a time for the community to come together and buy, sell, or trade all that stuff that you may be finished with, but others may have a use for.THE YWCA Anyone is welcome to sell but is responsible for set-up, sales transactions, and clean up. You must leave with anything you bring with you that doesn’t sell. Call Bethany, 910-799-2667. • 5/1: Gluten Free Day. All gluten-free items in the store will be on sale, there will be demos, and lots of info on going gluten free. Free. Tidal Creek Co-Op. • 5/7: Alive at Five. 5pm, Free. Tidal Creek Lawn.

Bring your chairs and blankets for a free beer tasting and live music. • 910-799-2126, www. tidalcreek.coop.

WINE AND CHEESE TASTING Learn about the two oldest cultured foods known to man and which cheeses will pair best with your favorite wines. The cost is $15 per person which includes the Wine and Cheese pairing and the Silver Coast Winery Signature Glass. Advance reservations are required. Seatings are as follows: Sat. 4/17 at 3, 4 and 5pm. Sun. 4/18 at 2 and 3pm. Tickets are limited so please stop in or call the winery at (910) 287-2800 to get yours before they sell out. Silver Coast Winery is located midway between Wilmington and Myrtle Beach.HOMESCH Directions: 7 miles north of the South Carolina border on Hwy 17, take 904W; 2nd right on Russtown Rd., 4th right on Barbeque Rd. www. silvercoastwinery.com or 910-287-2800.

CAPE FEAR NATIONAL GRAND OPENING 4/19: Cape Fear National will open its doors to the public. The highly-anticipated 18-hole premium golf club is managed by Northbrook, Ill.-based KemperSports and will serve as the centerpiece of the Brunswick Forest master-planned community.

Grand opening events will take place on 4/19 and include appearance by golf course designer Tim Cate, an interactive demo day with Callaway, Ping, Nike and Titleist club testing, a $1 million charity hole-in-one opportunity for five local television personalities and local charity representatives.

The day’s events will be highlighted by a driving range demonstration and clinic by former PGA Tour winner and TV golf analyst Bobby Clampett.

Festivities start at 9:30am and the entire day is open to the public. Golfers are encouraged to join in the week-long celebration with daily shotgunstart outings taking place 4/20-23, with daily 10am tee times. 910-383-3283.

MOTHERS AND MORE OPEN HOUSE 4/20: Caffe Phoenix, 9 S. Front St. 7pm 4/20. Many communities offer mothers’ groups and/or motherand-child activities through churches, libraries and park districts. What makes Mothers & MoreORTON PL chapter activities different is our concentration on women’s needs as adults, not solely as mothers.

Meet and enjoy a fun night out. Enter to win a free membership! www.capefearmothersandmore.org Angie Qureshi: (910) 791-2984 or angiequreshi@ yahoo.com. Emilia Boyette: (910) 297-8425 or ncsunc@aol.com.

YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY DOG DAYS Wilmington Family YMCA Healthy Kids Day will be held on Sat. 4/24, 9am-2:30pm at the YMCA, 2710 Market St. National YMCA event is nation’s largest health day for children. All activities are free and open to the community—includes fun, engaging and creative activities for kids and families to promote healthy relationships, wellness and healthy living. Resources provided to help parents get back to the basics of healthy living and making everyday healthy choices for their families. Outdoor activities from 9am-12:30pm, and a “Dive in Movie” from 12:30- 2:30pm at the indoor pool. Health booths, outside games,

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face painting, bouncy castle, raffles, zumba classes and a Kids Zone Open House and more! www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org. 251-9622 or wilmingtonfamilyymca.org.

PARADE OF HOMES 2010 Parade of Homes’ focus is “Building Dreams,” with homes representing the ability of Cape Fear area builders to make the desire of homeownership come true. New Hanover, Brunswick or Pender counties: Visit the homes during the two weekends of the parade, 4/24-25 and 5/1-2, 12-5pm each day. All homes are open for touring free of charge.

Visit www.wilmingtonparadeofhomes.com.

THE YWCA TAKES A STAND AGAINST RACISM 4/30: The Stand Against Racism is an annual event managed by the YWCA Trenton and the YWCA Princeton in New Jersey; it is a collaboration of 65 YWCA Associations nationwide. Any organization or group of individuals can become a participating site by signing up through the Stand Against Racism Web site: www.StandAgainstRacism. org. A participating site will host their own Stand Against Racism event on Fri. 4/30 at their own location (which can be private or open to the public). Participation in the Stand Against Racism is free and becoming a participating site is very simple. The YWCA will provide all the necessary materials and documents, including a How to Run the Event Template that can be customized to meet the organization’s needs. Each organization’s “stand” will range from gatherings at work to larger scale stands like rallies and marches. No matter what shape the “stand” takes in each participating site, all activities will echo the theme “racism is unacceptable.” Katie Nelson, 799-6820 ext. 104 or email volunteers@ywca-lowercapefear.org.

HOMESCHOOL PROM Fri. 4/30: Christian Home Educators Of Wilmington is sponsoring the 2010 CHEW Homeschool Prom at Northside Baptist Church Family Life Center located at 2501 N. College Rd. Doors will open at 7pm and the prom will end at 11pm. The 2010 CHEW Homeschool Prom is open to all homeschoolers, their parents and guests in New Hanover and surrounding counties. You do not need to be a CHEW member to attend. Parents may attend at the normal ticket price. The theme of this year’s prom will be, “An Evening In Paris.” Music will be by a professional DJ who is playing radio version pop and dance music. The prom will be chaperoned by parents. Food will consist of heavy hors d’oeuvre with vegetarian options. Attire will be formal or semi-formal reflecting a Christian teen environment. Homeschool students and Alumni in grades 7 & above and their guests are welcome to attend. Advanced Ticket Sales from 3/1-4/28 are $20. Ticket sales at the door are $25. Ty Parker, owner of Bliss Photography, will do prom portraits on site. Bliss Photography will offer 5x7’s at $5 and 8x10’s at $10. Family members can order the portraits from her website after the prom. www.vibephotography.net . S. Harrell at 910-632-9454 or nanny_on_call@yahoo. com.

ORTON PLANTATION EVENTS Art at Orton. 4/30-5/2. Orton Plantation Gardens and Harbor Island Arts presents an art show and sale showcasing local professional and emerging artists working in all mediums. This three day event will take place on 4/30-5/2 from 9:30am -4:30pm each day. Regular garden admission, $9 for adults and $8 for seniors.

DOG DAYS DOWNTOWN Dog owners looking for something out of the ordinary will enjoy Dog Days Downtown presented

by Dog Living Magazine as a benefit for 2 Feet for Paws. The event will take place Sat. 5/29 at Riverfront Park. Dogs and their humans are invited to take part in a scavenger hunt for fun and prizes. Sponsorship opportunities are available for interested businesses and organizers are also looking for prize donations and volunteers at this time. IContact Suzanne Jalot at 910-452-3775 or Amy Rowlett at 910-262-0425.

Charity/Fund-raisers ROCK AGAINST RAPE See page 28.

GARDEN EXTRAVAGANZA 4/17 from 10:30am-4pm. Celebrate Spring at Pomegranate Books. Our Garden Extravaganza benefits the New Hanover County Cooperative Extension Ability Garden. Activities: Worm Composting 101, Kid’s Story Times, Plant a Seed to take home, Garden Goodies Raffle, Book Signings, North Carolina Native Plants lecture, Pizza Garden in a Container lecture/workshop and more. (910) 452-1107.

AUTISM SOCIETY ANNUAL CONFERENCE Registration is now open for the 2010 Autism Society of North Carolina Annual Conference. This year’s program features current findings on autism that are relevant across the lifespan. The conference will be held 4/23-24 at the Sheraton Chapel Hill. www.autismsociety-nc.org for more information and registration FOOD FOR THOUGHT 4/18, 3-5pm. Bring in a canned good or nonperishable food item to Pomegranate Books, 4418 Prak Ave. and get a free book (publisher’s advanced copy). This event is sponsored by Grandmothers for Peace, and all food goes to local food banks. We have fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books available. Just bring in a canned good, every first and third Sunday of each month, preferably between 3 and 5pm. 910-452-1107, pomegranatenc@gmail.com RELAY WEDNESDAYS Six area restaurants have committed to participate in Relay Wednesdays. In this unique event, each restaurant will donate 10 percent of its proceeds for the Wednesday that their restaurant is featured to New Hanover County Relay For Life. The schedule is: • 4/14 – Old Chicago • 4/21 – Chick-fil-A at Mayfaire. Donations from Relay Wednesdays will benefit New Hanover County Relay For Life. Visit www.newhanoverrelay.org.

4/17: WORK ON WILMINGTON

Take time out this Saturday to make Wilmington a better place to live! Work on Wilmington welcomes community members to help complete volunteer projects over a four-hour time frame, from 8am-noon.

Projects help better the community, whether in the form of installing playground equipment or doing small construction projects. Check them out at www. workonwilmington.org for all the details.

FANBOY COMICS FOOD DRIVE 4/21--25, Fanboy Comics will be collecting food donations for the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina. This event coincides with the release of company-wide events for two of comic’s greatest publishers, Marvel and DC Comics: Marvel with The Heroic Age, and DC with Brightest Day. With a donation of canned food (four cans suggested) brought to Fanboy Comics between 4/21 and 4/25, customers will receive a Marvel Heroic Age limited-edition comic, door hanger and poster while supplies last.With a purchase of Green Lantern issue #53 and Flash issue #1, customers will get a Green Lantern and Flash ring with their food donations. Thomas Gilbert (910) 452-7828, fanboycomics@bellsouth.net.

RELAY FOR LIFE Sign up now to participate in the New Hanover County Relay for Life, set for 4/23-24 at Ashley High School Stadium. Join a team or start your own by registering: www.newhanoverrelay.org.

Relay for Life begins at 6:30pm on Fri. 4/23. This year’s theme is “Vacation in a Cancer-Free World.”

Cancer survivors walk the first lap around the track, followed by caregivers. At 9pm a luminary ceremony honors the thousands of people represented by the luminaries that line the track.

Bands play until midnight and movies are shown on a big screen all night, while participants continue walking the track. Team members not walking camp in the field beside the track, and join others as they celebrate life and honor and remember their friends and loved ones who are living with or have died from cancer. The activities continue until 1pm on Sat. 4/24, when a birthday party will be held for cancer survivors. At 10am on Sat. 4/24, the Kids Walk begins, providing a chance for children up to age 15 to participate in a variety of activities as well as walk the track in honor or memory of someone. Visit www.newhanoverrelay.org GREEN BALL AND FASHION SHOW earthBound Salon and Day Spa will be holding the second annual Green Ball and Fashion on 4/24 a celebration of Earth Day. Local designers from the Wilmington area will be designing a Green collection for the fashion show using fabric and clothing remnants. Guests arriving at the event will proceed down aGreen Carpet and pose for pictures for the “paparazzi.” Inside they can enjoy food and beverages from local restaurants and caterers as well as collect their “swag” bag full of goodies from local vendors. They will also have an opportunity to graze theGreen Pavilion where they will learn about businesses in the community that support and aid in having a healthier Green lifestyle. The staff of earthBound will be offering spa products and treatments to educate guests about choices in health and beauty.

Sign up to present your services and products to a captive audience and let them know what you have to offer! Tickets $12 ahead of time and $15 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Cape Fear Riverwatch. 910-232-2735.

WORK ON WILMINGTON An annual community-service event, where hundreds of volunteers complete in just four hours projects that make Wilmington a better place to live, has been scheduled for 4/17. Volunteers will gather at various locations in the city and work from 8am-12pm on projects of lasting value to the community. Examples might include installing playground equipment, small construction projects, painting and landscaping or cleaning up a neighborhood or park. www.

Workonwilmington.org. Jennifer Caslin 6123757 or jcaslin@foodbankcenc.org SALVATION ARMY SPRING FLING 4/24: Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Spring Fling, “Remembering America.” 11am-2pm at the Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd. Silent Auction 11am-12pm, Luncheon 12-1pm, Fashion Show by Dillard’s 1pm. Tickets $20.

Call 799-4766. All proceeds benefit the Salvation Army Men’s and Women’s Shelter.

THRIFTY GARDENER TOOL SALE 4/24: Planners for the area’s newest outdoor family event are seeking donations of good-quality used garden tools to peddle at bargain prices. Held in conjunction with Arboretum in the A.M., 8am12pm on Sat. 4/24 at the New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Dr., the Thrifty Gardener Used Tool Sale will feature everything from hand tools, caddies and accessories to electric- and gas-powered trimmers, mowers and more. Sale proceeds will benefit the Arboretum Foundation.

Other Arboretum in the A.M. highlights include hands-on gardening projects, educational demonstrations and children’s activities sponsored and coordinated by the Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Valerie DeSanti at vdesanti@ec.rr.com or 470-8180; or Extension Agent John Wooldridge, 798-7664 or john_wooldridge@ncsu.edu.

BOCCE BALL TOURNAMENT The Brigade CORPs (Club of Rising Professionals) has opened registration for its 4th Annual Beach Bocce Ball Tournament, a major fund-raiser for the Brigade Boys & Girls Club. The tournament will

be held Sat. 4/24 at Captain Bills Backyard Grill located at 4240 Market St. Teams can sign up for one of two flights taking place at 10am and at 2pm, where each team will play a minimum of two games. Registration for the tournament is $60 for a team of two. UNC Wilmington and Cape Fear Community College students with a valid student ID qualify for a discounted price of $50 per team. All participants will receive a free T-shirt. To register for the tournament, visit www. brigadebcg.org or contact Angie Hill at 910-3920747 or at ahill@brigadebgc.org. All proceeds from the tournament benefit the Brigade Boys and Girls Club.

80TH GALA PARTY Wilmington Concert Association is 80 years old this season of 2010. Sun., 4/25, 6 PM. We are inviting the city of Wilmington to enjoy food and music at the newly renovated Surf Club at Wrightsville Beach. www.wilmingtonconcert.com or (910) 763-4764 BREAKFAST FOR CHILDREN’S CHAMPIONS Support Smart Start of New Hanover County Tues.

4/27 at The Burney Center at UNCW. Registration 7:15am, Program begins 7:30am. Guest speaker: Tony Womack is a former Major League Baseball second baseman and shortstop recognized for his speed and base-stealing prowess as well as his game-tying hit in the bottom of the ninth of Game 7 in the 2001 World Series. Smart Start of New Hanover County seeks to build bridges to develop, sustain and enhance health, family support and early education services for all children, ages birth to five. The Breakfast for Children’s Champions is a wonderful opportunity to show your support for the services that Smart Start of New Hanover County provides for young children and their families!

QUARTER AUCTION Tues. 4/27: 2nd annual Quarter Auction at St. Mark Catholic Church Parish Hall (1011 Eastwood Rd.). Doors open at 6pm for preview of auction Items; auction begins at 7pm.

Consultants from Pampered Chef, Party Lite, Homemade Gourmet, Southern Living,Premier Jewelry, Mary Kay, Park Lane Jewelery, Dove Chocolates and more will have items valued between $10-$100 for raffle for only $.25-$1.

Advance tickets $5, Tickets at the door $7, includes one numbered paddle. Additional paddles for sale for $5. Plan to bring your own quarters to “bid” on items. Refreshments available for purchase. Ticket and refreshment sales to benefit local Charities. Sponsored by Fr. Waters Columbiettes. Jill Gigliotti 233-7018.

COASTAL CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT Coastal Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament presented again by First Citizens Bank is the premier charity golf event in Southeastern NC. The tournament will be held 4/30-5/1, and will mark the 18th anniversary of the tournament, reaching a milestone for charity golf events.

Coastal Classic has raised more than $2.2 million to support New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

This year’s Tournament will continue its tradition of fun, entertainment and of course, great golf! On Friday, 4/30, sponsors and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a very special day of golf at the newly opened Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest. On Saturday evening the Landfall Hampton Inn & Suites will host a Tournament Wrap-Up Party featuring the Mulch Brothers Band and other celebrity talents. Proceeds from this year’s Tournament will benefit Cardiac Services at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. nhrmc.org.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FASHION SHOW Mayor Bill Saffo, radio celebrity Harvard Jennings, Cape Fear Community College president Eric McKeithan, and television news anchors Marcy Cuevas, Frances Weller, and Kim Ratcliff will model fashions from the Vintage Values Resale Shops on 4/30 at the 18th annual Domestic Violence Shelter and Services Silent Auction and Fashion Show at the Wilmington Hilton Riverside.

Auction items include lunch with author Wanda Canada, beach house/condo packages, artwork, jewelry, an area World War II-site guided tour, and

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Disney Hopper passes. Auction viewings begin at 11:30am and 6pm. Fashion shows, hosted by WECT-TV6 and WSFX-Fox 26 anchor Jon Evans, begin at noon and 7pm, and feature the foregoing celebrities and other area models. Luncheon tickets are $40 per person or $320 for a table of eight. Dinner tickets are $50 and $400. Tickets available at the Vintage Value shops at 609 Castle St.; 413 S. College Rd.-University Landing; and 5226 S. College Rd.-Monkey Junction; or www. domesticviolence-wilm.org. Diane Lomax 910343-9969, ext. 17; dvdevelop@earthlink.net.

BELK SPRING CHARITY SALE Belk will hold its annual Spring Charity Sale on 5/1 from 6-10am to benefit local charities, schools and nonprofit organizations throughout the company’s 16-state market area. In exchange for a $5 donation, customers will receive a ticket admitting them to the Charity Sale and entitling them to merchandise discounts ranging from an extra 15-70% on purchases throughout the store, including special savings on rarely discounted brands. Customers will also receive $5 off their first purchase of $5 or more at the event, and Belk cardholders will receive double Rewards points for card purchases. Belk Elite card holders will receive triple rewards. The first 100 customers in each store will receive free Belk gift cards ranging in value from $5 to $1,000. All participating charities and schools will be automatically registered to win one of three $1,000 donations from Belk in a companywide drawing. Participating local charities will sell the Charity Sale tickets prior to the event and all proceeds from each $5 ticket sold will be retained by the charity. Beginning 4/23, tickets may also be purchased at Belk stores with all donations equally divided among the participating charities and schools. There is no limit to the number of tickets charities can sell, and no limit to the amount of money that can be raised.

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Tickets are $6 for children under 12, $8 for adults and can be ordered online at upperroomtheatre.org or by stopping by 7500 Market Street, beginning 3/15. A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to a local charity. Laura Frank, executive director: (910) 686-9203.

MULLIGAN’S WAKE DINNER THEATER Mulligan’s Wake is an interactive, portable dinner theater. Dress up or down for the funeral and be prepared upon arrival to meet a crazy Irish-Catholic family who has all gathered for a final, over-the-top farewell celebration. Audience members can interact with the cast, join in or sit back and relax. Traditional Irish dinner and then a wake to honor the memory of dear ole’ Rory—celebration full of drinking, toasting, dancing and singing.

910-232-6611 or porchtheatre.com

SEA DAWGS VOLUNTEERS 4/15-18, 23-25, 30, and 5/1-2, 7-9. City Stage at The Wilmington Sea Dawgs are looking for Level 5, 21 N. Front St. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, elite level volunteers (ages 15-18) for the 2010 directed by Rob Mann. Tickets: $18, $20, and season. Volunteer duties will consist primarily of $22. Students/Seniors, $2 off. All shows @ 8pm. concessions operations, selling tickets, helping Call 910-342-0272 for reservations. with equipment, assisting the staff, setting up and COLE tearing down operations, etc. The Wilmington Sea Cape Fear Academy Drama and Music Departments Dawgs’ games are generally played on weekends proudly present: “COLE,” a musical entertainment at the Schwartz Center. The most promising based and the music and lyrics of Cole Porter, “Teen Elite” volunteer applicants will complete Devised by Benny Green and Alan Strachan. COLE an interview process. Applications are available is a celebration of one of the greatest musical on the website www.wilmingtonseadawgs.com. composers ever known: Cole Porter. In this show his hit songs have been cleverly put together with a narration which tells the story of his life, from Yale to Paris to Manhattan to Broadway to Hollywood. Feat. “I Love Paris,” “Take Me Back to GUERILLA THEATRE PRESENTS COBB Manhattan” “Night and Day,” “I Get a Kick Out of 4/14-17 & 21-24; 8pm. Brown Coat Pub & Theatre, You” and “Anything Goes.” 4/16-17 at 8pm, 4/18 111 Grace St. Under the direction of Windy at 2pm. Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. 962.3500 or Wenderlich, Guerilla Theatre has assembled an etix.com.

All-Star cast to portray perhaps the greatest baseball player of all time, Ty Cobb, in Lee FIDDLER ON THE ROOF The Upper Room Theatre Company, Wilmington’s Blessings nostalgic masterpiece: Cobb. $10 Christian community theatre company, will perform general admission, $5 students, available by calling the musical “Fiddler on the Roof” on 4/23-25, 30 910-341-0001, or online at browncoattheatre. and 5/1-2 at Lutheran Church of Reconciliation’s com. Contact Richard Davis, 910-233-9914, Ministry Center, 7500 Market Street. Performances guerillatheatre@gmail.com will be held at 7pm on 4/23-24, 30-5/1, with DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS 3pm matinee performances on 4/25 and 5/2.

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OPERA HOUSE SEASON 25th Anniversary Season. The first two shows will be performed at the Scottish Rite Temple, 1415 South 17th St. The rest of the season will be performed on the Main Stage of Thalian Hall. Five Guys Named Moe: Book by Clarke Peters.

Music and Lyrics by Louis Jordan. 4/285/2 and 5/7-9. His woman left him, he’s broke, and it’s almost 5 o’clock in the morning; Nomax slumps in his chair, drowning his misery. Suddenly, five hipsters appear, Big Moe, Four-Eyed Moe, Eat Moe, Little Moe, and No Moe, to deliver the lessons Nomax needs, lessons in the mysteries of life and love.

Featuring 20 of his greatest up-tempo, sing-along musical sensations, including “Saturday Night Fish Fry”, “Let the Good Times Roll”, and “Caldonia.” All performances at 8pm, except for Sun. matinees, 3pm.

CEREMONIES IN DARK OLD MEN The Seed of Abraham Outreach Ministries In Association with Kids in Media Program (K.I.M.) and TVI Video and Stills Production L.L.C. & Company presents “Ceremonies in Dark Old Men,” 4/29–5/2 at the Brown Coat Theater, 111 Grace St. Thurs. 4/29 at 6pm–Opening Night Reception. 7pm–Performance Begins. 4/30, 8pm, 5/1, 8pm, and 5/2, 3pm. Contact Beverly Judge, 910-251-3797, tvivideo@yahoo.com. http://ceremoniesindarkoldmen.shutterfly.com.

OLIVER Thalian Association, presents the classic musical Oliver! 5/13-16 at Kenan Auditorium on the campus of UNCW; Thurs., Fri. and Sat., 8pm, and Sat. and Sun., 3pm. $20-$25 w/senior, student and group discounts. 910/962-3500.

AUDITIONS FOR ANNIE 4/17-20: Brunswick Little Theatre will hold auditions for the musical Annie, 10am-12pm, on Sat. 4/17 for the roles of Annie and the orphan girls. For all other roles, auditions are 2-4pm, Sat. 4/17; 5-7pm, Sun. 4/18; and 6-8pm, Tues.

4/20. Callbacks as needed. Auditions consist of singing, learning and performing a short movement combination, and reading.Prepare an unaccompanied vocal solo. Orphans must be 6 years of age and above. All auditions will be at Building F on the campus of Brunswick Community College. www.brunswicklittletheatre. com or Debbie Skillman at dskillman@ec.rr.com, 457-5651.

Comedy COMEDY WORKSHOPS Stand-Up Comedy Workshop: Saturdays 4/17, 24 and 5/1, 10am-1pm. Gain focus, get feedback, writing exercises and the Open Mic experience.

This workshop is focused on getting you to your first Open Mic. A forum to try out material, create new material and overcome performance anxiety.

Ending in a live showcase performance. • Sketch Comedy Writing Workshop: Sat, 4/17, 24 and 5/1, 2-5pm.We will brainstorm as a group to develop and perform sketch comedy for a live showcase.

Culminates with a live showcase performance.

Instructor Brooklin Green. Must be 18 or older to attend. $120 for each workshop. Uptown @ Myrtle Beach Mall. Register: www.CarolinaImprov. com/enroll.

PORT CITY’S TOP COMIC 2010 Nutt Street Comedy Room and Comedy by the Beach present, the third annual Port City’s Top Comic stand-up comedy contest and comedian networking event. Each comedian will be given between five to seven minutes to perform on 5/14,15, 21 or 22. These are the dates for the preliminary rounds of Port City’s Top Comic held at Nutt Street Comedy Room . Each of these nights 16 comics will perform and only 4 will advance to the Semi-Finals on 5/26 at City Stage at Level 5. Of the 16 that perform at the SemiFinals, 8 will advance to the finals on 5/27 at City Stage. Only one comic will emerge as Port City’s Top Comic. This comedian will win a trophy for being the top comic along with other prizes that will be announced via email in the coming weeks. supercatmatt@gmail.com.

SIDES Every Mon. at 9pm: Wilmington’s only live sitcom: Sides. $5 admission, All new episode each week.

Browncoat Pub & Theater at 111 Grace St. 910471-5690.

CAPE FEAR COMEDY FESTIVAL We are pleased to announce The Cape Fear Comedy Festival, coming to downtown Wilmington on 5/26-29. The Cape Fear comedy Festival is a four-day stand-up, sketch & improv comedy festival that includes the finals of Port City’s Top Comic and many comedy showcases, workshops and networking events. Nutt Street Comedy Room and City Stage at Level 5 will host the majority of the festivals events. The event is being produced by Nutt Street Comedy Room and Comedy by the Beach .

NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM Tuesdays and Wed. Improv with the “Nutt House” troupe ($5 cover and $1 Front St draft beer), Thursdays Open Mic Stand-up, Fridays and Saturdays Nationally Touring Comedians. All shows 9pm, 8pm doors. 255 N. Front Str. 910251-7881

Music SAM BUSH BAND Concert date has been changed! Atlantic Rim Entertainment presents bluegrass veteran Sam Bush Band in concert with Missy Raines at Greenfield Lake Ampitheatre on July 2. Tickets: $35. www. atlanticrimentertainment. com. 910-399-1820. E-mail: info@ atlanticrimentertainment.com.

and the radio world alike with their testimonies and smooth bluegrass sound. The group’s rich harmony and instrumental handiness, coupled with old-fashioned revivalism, creates an enjoyable evening for the entire family. • 4/17, 10am-5pm.

Topsail Baptist Church, 18885 US Highway 17, Hampstead. 910-270-5127. • 4/18, 11am. Castle Hayne Church of God, 60 Croatan Road, Castle Hayne. 910-329-8251 • 4/18, 6pm. Mission Baptist Church. 607 South Walker Street, Burgaw. 910300-3123.

CAPE FEAR CHORALE The Cape Fear Chorale, under the direction of Jerry Cribbs, is currently accepting new members for Fall 2010. 910-791-2121 or www.capefearchorale. org to request information.

MUSIC INSTRUCTION Music instruction at Modern Music with Lucian Rowland, who has 20 years experience as a professional recording and performing musician. Private lessons available for guitar, mandolin, banjo, and bass. (910) 508-1111 or rockinrowland@hotmail.com.

Dance THE CIRCLE Free-form movement session every Friday, 67:30pm at Dance Cooperative 118 s.17th st. Free or $5 donation suggested albanelved@albanelved. com. No experience needed. www.albanelved. com BABS MCDANCE NEW SCHEDULE West Coast Swing: Mondays 6-7pm • Rumba: Mondays 7-8pm • Basic Shag: Tuesdays 6-7pm • Night Club Two Step: Tuesdays 7-8pm • Basic Salsa: Tuesdays 7-8pm • Progressing Salsa: Tuesdays 8-9:30pm • Swing & Lindy: Wednesdays 6-7pm • Cha Cha: Wednesdays 7-8pm • Mambo: Wednesdays 8-9:30pm • Waltz: Thursdays 6-7pm • Progressing Shag: Thursdays 7-8pm • Foxtrot: Thursdays 7-8pm • Argentine Tango: Thursdays 8-9:30pm. Full schedule: babsmcdance.com.

FIREHOUSE STUDIO BELLY DANCING Bellydance classes at the Firehouse Pilates Studio, Mon. nights. Private and semi-private, $50 for an hour and a half instruction and $30 a piece for two people for same duration. divyawaters@yahoo. com or 910-620-3566.

CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes

4/15: PED ART CALL FOR ARTISTS

The artwork scattered throughout downtown Wilmington will expire at the end of 2010. But beforehand Pedestrian Art will have one final run from June through Decemeber. The 15th is the deadline for artists to submit their sculptural ideas, wherein PedArt is calling for five final pieces to showcase the last six months of 2010. Check out the details at www.pedart.com.

AMERICAN BLUEGRASS MASTERS TOUR Sat. 4/17. Doors open at 6:30, Show begins at 7:30pm. For the first time in 50 years, American Bluegrass Masters Tour unites Grammy Winner JD Crowe and Grand Ole Opry legend Bobby Osborne with the hottest bluegrass singers and pickers on the planet. Lineup: JD Crowe, banjo, And Bobby Osborne, mandolin in concert with Dean Osborne, banjo, Curtis Burch, resophonic guitar. • Bobby Osborne and the Rocky Top X-Press • JD Crowe and the New South • The Kentucky School of Bluegrass and Traditional Music Ensemble.

Duplin County Events Center, 195 Fairgrounds Dr. Hwy 11 (across from James Sprunt Community College) Kenansville. Tickets: All Seats Reserved, ranging from $15-$25. Student and military discounts available. Groups of 10 or more call (910) 275-0009. Tickets may be purchased at the Duplin County Events Center box office (910) 2750009 or by calling Ticketmaster 1 (800) 745-3000 or purchased on-line at www.ticketmaster.com.

BLACK CREEK Performing together since 2000, the members of Black Creek, who make their home in Benson, NC, have ministered in many venues. Black Creek has captured the hearts of live audiences

every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 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 WILMINGTON SALSA CLUB Salsa Lessons, 8:30pm, Wed., Garibaldi Night Club, 4418 Market St., Wilmington, NC • 8pm, Fridays, Sywanyk’s Night Club 222 Henderson Ave., Jacksonville, NC. Dawn: (910) 471-6809 CAROLINA LOUNGE DANCE LESSONS

Tuesdays: Shag Night. Free Shag Lessons with Brad White. Beginner 7:30pm, Intermediate 8pm. Dancing till 11pm. $5 cover.$2 Domestics $3 Imports. • Thursdays: Ladies Night. Free Line Dance Lessons with Barbara Braak @ 7:30pm. $2 Coors Light $5 Martini List. $5 cover. • Fridays: Salsa Night. Begins with Argentine Tango Lessons @ 7:30pm. $5 cover. Salsa Lessons @ 9:30pm & DJ Lalo. Open till 2:30am. $2 Tequila Shots $3 Corona. • Saturdays: Beach & Shag DJ @ 7:30pm, Salsa @ 11pm till Close. $2 Coors Light $3 Dos XX. Carolina Lounge, 910 791-7595.

WILMINGTON SINGLES CLUB APRIL DANCES 4/16: DJ Baby Boomer. Members $8, guests $10. • 4/23: Modern Knights Band. Spring Fling Casual Dance. Members $10, guests $12. • 4/30: DJ Buddy Langley. Members $8, guests $10. All events held at American Legion, Post 10. Contact Kathleen at 910-232-3315. www. wilmingtonsingles.blogspot.com.

Art BOTTEGA EVENTS CALENDAR EXHIBIT: DivaMade: Featuring works from women of the DivaMade art collective. • EvEnTs: 4/14: Weekly Wine Tasting • 4/19: Open Create Night, 7pm (play music, paint or draw, materials and PA provided) • 4/20: Starving artist night w/drink specials • 4/21:Weekly Wine Tasting • 4/22, Open mic, will move to Mondays for “Open Create Night” • 4/23- 4th Friday Gallery Walk 6pm • 4/26- Open Create Night • 4/27, Starving artist night • 4/28, Weekly Wine Tasting • See Soundboard for live music listings. • Call To arTIsTs: Currently taking submissions for summer’s exhibitions—New works created by our animal loving artists. Those who have been inspired by a pet or any animal that has been a companion, even if only for a moment, are encouraged to submit. Please note, we are not necessarily looking for images of these animals specifically (although that is fine too) but think of other ways to express these memories (a park, their toy, fire hydrant, etc…) All styles, medium & creative processes welcome. Submit by 5-10 jpeg images by 5/15. Proceeds from this exhibition will be donated to local shelters. • Looking for pieces for a watercolor exhibit. Anything goes. Please also submit 5-10 jpeg images by 7/15. 208 N. Front St. 910-763-3737. bottegagallery.com.

CALL TO ARTISTS: PEDESTRIAN ART The public sculpture program announces a call to local artists for five sculptures, to be exhibited in downtown Wilmington, June through December 2010. Deadline: Thurs.

4/15. www.pedart.com.

RECYCLE OF LIFE Jamin Belmont and Hope Henderson presents “Recycle of Life” at Parallelogram, 523 S. 3rd St., through 4/30, celebrating self awareness, community, and recycling. More specifically, Henderson and Belmont have created a faux barnyard / petting zoo installation of sculpture and paintings which will take up the entire space at 3rd and Castle. Opening: day after Earth Day on 4/23, 7-10pm. A Kids Fun House event will be held on Wed. 4/21 at 6pm where the artists invite parents to bring their kids to interact with the artists who hope to express the importance of creativity, originality and recycling, encouraging kids and adults to make their own toys. Hope Henderson, 910-619-9899, countedsheepproductions@gmail. com. Joel Finsel: 910-797-3501 or joelfinsel@ gmail.com.

KEYS NEEDED Wabi Sabi Warehouse is currently seeking submissions for a juried exhibition based on “keys.” Symbolic or literal, this theme is wide open for interpretation. We welcome all media, including performance, creative writing, and ice sculpture—providing artwork fits through the door and doesn’t attract vermin. The only common denominator among selected works is the key.

Submissions inspired by the Key Fence installation in downtown Wilmington will be given special consideration. Jurors: Richard Scieford, President, North Carolina Museums Council Bob Unchester, xhibition Manager, Cameron Art Museum Pam

Toll, UNCW.. Deadline: 4/18. Exhibition dates: 5/7-6/12. Selected artists notified by 4/25. Email questions, comments, and up to 3 jpeg images to: dixonstetler@gmail.com AUTISM AWARENESS EXHIBIT 4/23: Golden Gallery, Cotton Exchange. An insightful exhibit will be hanging for the 4/23 Gallery Walk in Downtown; a collection of paintings done

by Caryn Croom, manager of Golden Gallery, alongside her autistic son. This collection of artwork is a progressive series, begun several years ago as a form of art therapy. Contact Caryn Croom at 910-762-4651, caryncroom@hotmail.com DIVA MADE EXHIBITION OF ART Diva Made, a creative women’s exchange is proud to present our first all female art exhibit, “Diva Made Exhibition of Art” at Bottega Gallery & Art Bar. Among the participating artists are Diva Made co-founders, Monika Winters-Sanchez, Dixon Stetler, Bonnie England, and Jude Eden, as well as Diva Made members Abby Spangel Perry, Kate Cathey, Rachel Kastner, Gayle Tustin, Pamela Toll, Rachel Willoughby, MJ Cunningham, Kelly Marquis, Erica Morgan, Leigh Fowler and Angela Johnson. Hanging through 4/25. Diva Made: “a creative women’s exchange” hosts meet and greet meetings the first Wednesday of each month at The Green Light Lounge (female owned) on Front St. Meetings are held from 7-9pm and are informally informative, supportive, encouraging and of course, creative! Membership is free and open to the female public. www.divamade.com.

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHTS Fourth Friday Gallery Nights 2010, 6-9pm on the fourth Friday of each month: 4/23, 5/28, 6/25, 7/23, 8/27, 9/24, 10/22, 12/26. No admission. All ages. Several downtown galleries, studios and art spaces will open their doors to the public in an after-hours celebration of art and culture. The Art Walk is a self-guided tour featuring exhibitions of various artistic genres including oils, acrylics, watercolors, pastels, photography, metals, ceramics, mixed media and more. Includes opening receptions, artist discussions, live music, wine, food and other traditional art-activities; www. wilmingtonfourthfridays.com.

UNCW SENIOR ART SHOW An exhibition of work by UNCW seniors at the Art Gallery in the Cultural Arts Building, 601 S. College Rd., to celebrate the work made by the graduating seniors. The exhibition is comprised of mostly twodimensional work, including photography, printmaking, drawing, and painting in oil and acrylic.

Because of the variety of artists in the collection, the pieces cover many categories of subject matter.

Three-dimensional work in the exhibition includes sculpture by Mark Krucke and ceramic pieces by Stella Duplass. Reception is free and open to the public, exhibition will run until 4/30. Erica Furr at ecf9486@uncw.edu.

ARTISTS AID THE ANIMALS 6th annual Artists Aid the Animals art show and sale; seeking artists and fine craftsmen to participate in a two-day show on 6/5-6 at the Elks Club at 5102 Oleander Drive. Deadline to enter: 5/4. Art or craft does not have to be animal-related. Space is limited to appx. 80 artists, so early entry is important. Cost for the 2-day event is $125 per booth, or $200 if sharing booth with other applicant. Pictures of your work must be submitted alone with an autobiography and your application. Please email normat1@bellsouth.net with cc to llefrog@aol.com.

For application form, visit pchsdreams.org. Please enter “Arts and Crafts show” in subject line. Gloria at 910-799-5401.

BIG PRINT BLOCK PARTY & ART FESTIVAL 5/22: 9am-4pm. Cape Fear Blvd. East Block, Carolina Beach. Free and open to the public. 14 artists will be bringing their 4x8 foot woodcuts and printing them onto fabric, live in the street with a 3 ton steamroller. Visiting artist Julia Morrisroe will be printing 2- 4x8 foot blocks as an 8x8 foot diptych. There will also be local artists and crafters exhibiting their work alongside this event. We will have some free art projects for the kids such as Gyotaku also known as Japanese fish printing. www.capefearpress.com. 910-458-4647

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CALL TO AUTHORS Art Soup, a nonprofit arts organization in Wilmington, NC is currently seeking published or self-published authors and poets to participate in an annual, large outdoor arts festival, Sat. 9/11. The Wilmington Art Walk is an artist market throughout the streets of the historic downtown area, featuring visual artists, crafts, music and more. Literary participants are welcome to sell and sign copies of current or previous work at individual booths in a special section of the festival dedicated to writers. Spaces available at a discounted rate of $35 per participant. Call 910-620-2047 or email info@art-soup.org.

Museums CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Opening Reception: North Carolina Collects: The Real McCoy. Thurs. 4/22, 6-7pm member opening, 7-8pm public. North Carolina Collects: The Real McCoy on view 4/23-9/12 is the first in a series of exhibitions featuring private collections of North Carolina collectors.

The exhibition will feature cookie jars, vases and decanters ranging from the 1930’s to the 1970’s and will include rare, one-of-a-kind examples of McCoy pottery. • Kaleidoscope: Changing Views of the Permanent Collection, through 5/9. Features selected paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures, photographs, furniture, decorative arts and other objects drawn from the museum’s permanent collection. The exhibition’s configuration will change throughout the year, as individual works are rotated. • Recollection: The Past Is Present, through 6/20. The exhibition’s visual and thematic referencing of the past while being rooted firmly in the present connects the art work of Amalia Amaki, Lillian Blades and Beverly Buchanan to the historical-tinged quilts by African American women in the exhibition. • CLASSES: Yoga Classes: Thursdays at 12pm. $5 members, $8 non-members. Exercises for relaxation, breath control and meditation with Sara Jo Nelson.

Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Beginners are always welcome. • Tai Chi Classes: Wed., 12pm. $5 members, $8 nonmembers per class. A slow, meditative form of exercise designed for relaxation, balance and health with Martha Gregory. Wear comfortable clothing. Beginners are always welcome. • EVENTS: Music: Melva Houston, jazz. “A Tribute to Billie Holiday.” Sun. 4/18, 3- 5pm. $8 CAM and CFJS members, $12 public. Melva Houston is a jazz and blues vocalist performing for more than 20 years across the US and internationally. Houston will be accompanied by Bob Sanger on piano. Sponsored by the Cape Fear Jazz Society. Visit www.capefearjazz.com.

• “Kid”cademy: Wed., 3:30-4:30pm, through 5/12. Ages 6 to 10. Limited enrollment, 8 students per session. Members $60, Non-members: $90. Call the Education Dept. at 910.395.5999 ext. 1019 or e-mail georgia@cameronartmuseum. com. Students explore the galleries and make exhibition-inspired artwork. • Kids @ CAM: Sat. 4/17, 12-3pm. $3 per child (family membership), $5 per child (non-members), adults free. Come enjoy an afternoon of creativity and imagination. Make art you can take home, explore our exhibitions, fun for the whole family.

No pre-registration necessary. • Cameron Art Museum is located at the corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Regular museum hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 11am-2pm, Saturday and Sunday: 11am-5pm.

Museum admission is: Museum members free, $8 Non-members, $5 Students with valid student identification card, $3 Children age 2 -12. cameronartmuseum.com or call 910-395-5999.

ARBORETUM IN THE AM Sat. 4/24, 8am-12pm, at the New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive, will feature hands-on gardening projects, demonstrations and workshops. The agenda also includes a used garden-tool sale offering top quality equipment at bargain prices, as well as a full slate of children’s

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activities. Admission is free. Besides providing practical tips and demonstrations for turf management, raised vegetable beds, container gardening and herb growing, extension experts will be on hand to answer participants’ questions.

Meanwhile, youngsters will keep busy with an adventure scavenger hunt, sunflower-potting sessions and garden-themed crafts. Persons interested in donating equipment to the sal: Valerie DeSanti at vdesanti@ec.rr.com or 470-8180.

Proceeds benefit Arboretum.

MUSEUMS’ CIVIL WAR LECTURE SERIES Explore the social, economic, and political aspects of the Civil War era in Wilmington with historian Chris Fonvielle, PhD. • Before the War: 5/4 @ 7pm. Examine Wilmington in the days leading up to and during the Civil War. What circumstances transformed the city from a modest seaport into a bawdy, wild, and exciting place? Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. • Civil War Wilmington: 5/8 @ 9am or 11:30am. Participate in a walking tour of historic downtown Wilmington to envision the city during the height of Civil War. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market St. • After the War: 5/11 @ 7pm. Discover how Wilmington fared under Union occupation in 1865. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. • All three events, $25. Individual events, $10 each. Aimee Jones: 762-2511 or aimee@historicwilmington.org. Space limited.

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.

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork

4/17: KIDS AT CAM

Tues. of each month at 7pm at the Southport Community Building. Free to members and $5 for non-members.116 N. Howe St. / 910-457-0003.

PENDERLEA HOMESTEAD MUSEUM Depression-era farmstead that promotes local farm history of NC. Sat., 1-4pm. 10 mi. west of Burgaw, off NC Highway 11. 284 Garden Rd., Willard/2853490/www.penderleahomesteadmuseum.org.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Going to the Movies: Experience the history of a century of movie-going in the Lower Cape Fear region. Explore where people went to the movies. Discover how the theater experience has changed over the years. Watch some of the first films local residents may have seen.Free w/admission. • Conservation Matters. Explore the art and science of artifact conservation. Discover what it is, who does it, and why it matters to museums. A selection of beautifully conserved furniture and other wooden objects from the Museum’s permanent collection will be on display.

• Cape Fear Treasures: Drink. Glimpse a selection of drinking vessels, as you explore treasures from Cape Fear Museum’s collection. From 18th-century bottles, to fancy teapots, to modern-day souvenir mugs, discover objects that help tell the stories of liquid consumption through time. • Ongoing exhibits include: Cape Fear Stories, Land of the Longleaf Pine, Maritime Pavilion, Michael Jordan Discovery Gallery, Williston Auditorium and Wilmington’s Giant Ground Sloth EVENTS: Kids Summer Camps starting 6/14; go to www. capefearmuseum.com for more info. • Hours: 9am-5pm Tues-Sat. and 1-5pm, Sun. Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $5 special military rate with valid military ID; $3 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members are always free. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sunday of each month. 910-798-4350.

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. 303 West Salisbury Street. wbmuseum.com.

Make sure the kids are exposed to the greatest of imaginary challenges as they embark on Kids at CAM, the Cameron Art Museum’s children’s day. Kids get to enjoy an afternoon of creativity, designing art, exploring the museum’s current exhibitions, and learning the depth of artistic endeavors. The cost is only $3 per child or $5 for adults. No need to pre-register; just show up and indulge the imagination! 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 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. 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. 910763-2634 or www.wrrm.org.

NC MARITIME MUSEUM AT SOUTHPORT The North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport hosts regular Monthly Adult Programs on the 3rd

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 kitchenbuilding and courtyard. 3rd and Market streets. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. www. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

Sports/Recreation MLK COMMUNITY CENTER BASEBALL Baseball Clinic: Fri. 4/23 6-8pm and Sat. 4/24, 9-11.

Ages 5-15 (Boys & Girls). Free. Registration ends 4/16. Baseball clinic for boys and girls interested in learning the rules and fundamentals of fielding, pitching, hitting and base running. • T-Ball League: Ages 5-7 (Boys & Girls). $30 per player. Registration ends 4/16. Season begins 5/18. • Baseball League (coach pitch): Ages 8-10 (Boys & Girls). $30 per player. Registration ends 4/16. Season begins 5/18. • Pitch, Hit and Run Competition: 4/24 at 10am, MLK Community Center, 401 S. 8th St. Free. Sponsored by Major League Baseball and Aquafina. Participants will compete in three areas: pitching, hitting and base running. Winners will have opportunity to compete in sectional competition.

Each player must complete registration form and have copy of birth certificate. Register by 4/16.

910-341-0057.

ISAAC BEAR EARLY COLLEGE GOLF CLASSIC

4/17: Captains Choice entry fee includes 2 carts/ team and greens fees, lunch, pig pickin’ dinner, drinks, and goody bags for all players. Award given to 1st place team in three flights, longest drive, and closest to the pin prizes. Raffle, 50/50 cash drawing. Mulligans and Red tee available for purchase at registration. $85/player or $340/team.

Sponsorships available. 1pm shotgun start at Magnolia Greens. All proceeds will benefit summer leadership programs for IBEC high school students.

Contact Erik Bron 910-350-1387 ext. 200.

GOOD SHEPHERD GOLF TOURNEY Local golfers will come together and play in the 7th annual Good Shepherd Center Golf Tournament to benefit the homeless, Mon., 4/19, at Nicklaus Course, Country Club of Landfall. All proceeds benefit Good Shepherd’s work with the hungry and homeless. Serve as an Event Sponsor or a Team/Individual Champion. Independent golfers/ teams needed: $225 for single entry or $800 for a foursome. However, this year we encourage you to be a Team or Individual Champion and seek individual sponsors for your Team with the goal of raising $1600 per team, or $450 as an Individual Champion. Scott Litten: 763-4424, x113 or gscresources@bellsouth.net.

SLAM BASKETBALL Basketball registration is currently underway for SLAM! Basketball at the MLK Community Center, 401 S. 8th St. Male and Female, 14-18 yrs. old. $10. Reg. deadline: 4/20. Each player must submit registration form, copy of birth certificate and fees.

(910) 341-0057 or wilmingtonrecreation.com.

MARITIME MUSEUM GOLF CLASSIC Two charity golf tournaments to help raise funds for the move and renovation of the NC Maritime Museum to Ft. Johnston in Southport NC. Members Club at St. James Plantation, 4/22 and 28, 11am shotgun. www.friendsncmmsouthport.org.

HALYBURTON PARK Free, pre-reg rqd. 4099 S. 17th Street 910-3410075 or www.halyburtonpark.com. Ages 16 and up! Alligators, 4/27, 9am-4pm. Alligators and humans occupy the same habitat in Southeastern NC. Program discusses behavior and biology of alligators, beginning ta Halyburton Park and going to Lake Waccamaw State Park; led by Mike Campbell of the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission. Free • Birds, 4/29 , 9am-4pm. Coastal NC is a major breeding spot for neo-tropical migratory birds. These birds winter in Central and South America, and make their summer home in this area. Learn to identify these birds by sight and sound, as well as learn about the biology, habitat requirements and life cycles of these well traveled birds. This workshop is led by educator Mike Campbell of the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission and park naturalist Andy Fairbanks.

• Birding by Ear, 5/13, 9am -4pm. Join educator Mike Campbell of the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission and park naturalist Andy Fairbanks to learn the songs and calls of resident and migratory birds. Useful tips, tricks and mnemonics will be provided to help with identification. We’ll start in the classroom and then test your skills in the field at Greenfield Lake, Carolina Beach State Park and Ft. Fisher. Fee but pre-reg. is rqd. • Discovery Hike: Sat. 4/24 1:30-2:30pm. Join park naturalist as we hike into a Long Leaf Pine Savannah.

Explore nature up close as we discuss the many properties of this type of ecosystem. $1/participant.

• Snake and Turtle Feeding: Wed. 4/14 4-4:30pm.

Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and a turtle will be fed during the demonstration. Ages 3 and up. $1/participant. • Seashells of the Southeastern Coastal Shores: Fri. 4/16 10am-5pm. Join us to discover the many types of shells that may be found along our shores as well as live mollusks inhabiting mudflats that had been lying dormant during the winter. After a short presentation, we will explore some habitats to hunt for seashells and live mollusks. $5/participant. • Fossil Hunt–Rocky Point Quarry: Fri. 4/23 10:30am-5pm. John Timmerman and Theresa Celia Mowrey will lead this hunt for ancient life forms. Fossils that we will be hunting for include sand dollars, seashells, shark teeth and other marine life. Wear appropriate clothing

for the weather. Closed toed shoes are required.

The quarry has some rough terrain, and there may be some extensive walking on uneven, rocky and or steep grades. Any and all fossils found by participants are fair game to keep by their finders.

A small day pack, a nail apron to put fossils in, small bottles for fragile finds, a chipping hammer or other tools to pry fossils loose are helpful but not crucial. Many fossils are simply laying on the surface of the ground ready to collect. In addition, you may want to bring bottled water and lunch or a snack. $5/participant. • Alligators: Tue. 4/27 9am4pm. This program will discuss the behavior and biology of alligators. We will begin at Halyburton Park and then venture to Lake Waccamaw State Park to observe alligators in the wild. This workshop is led by educator Mike Campbell of the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission. Free. • Birds: Thu. 4/29 9am-4pm. Learn to identify these birds by sight and sound, as well as learn about the biology, habitat requirements and life cycles of these well traveled birds. This workshop is led by educator Mike Campbell of the N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission and park naturalist Andy Fairbanks. Free.

MARLINS SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION The Marlins Swim team will begin registration on Sat. 5/1 at Smithville Park in Southport and Sat. 5/8 at Bill Smith Park in Oak Island between 10am-12pm.Coaches will be present to answer questions and to meet new swimmers. Practices will be held Mon.-Fri. at the Baptist Assembly, Caswell Beach, beginning 5/24. Practice times vary depending the age of the swimmer. Registration forms may be obtained at http://marlinswimteam. com. If registration is mailed, it must be postmarked on or before 5/1. Fees are $125, which includes a cap and team t-shirt. Swimmers will also need to purchase a team swimsuit. Call Coach LouAnn Hadlock at 269-4186. • The Marlins swim team is currently seeking sponsorships for children who might not otherwise be able to participate in the program. The cost for sponsorship is $175 which includes the cost of registration and a team swimsuit. Contact Julie Stiller at either 612-3198 or jcstiller@ec.rr.com.

WINTER BOWLING LEAGUE Pinned Down Winter Bowling League, Sponsored

by OutWilmington Community Center.If you don’t have a team we can help to put teams together.

You don’t need to be a good bowler to join in (it’s about having fun). Sundays through 5/2 at 5pm. russ@russelmorgan.com WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH PARKS & REC Beginner II Bridge Lessons, Thurs, 10amnoon • Intermediate II Bridge Lessons, Thurs, 12:30pm–2:30pm. • Currently registering for group tennis lessons, adult, youth, and tots. Classes meet Mon/Wed, at tennis courts at Wrightsville Beach Park. Adult, Youth ages 9-12, and Tots ages 6-8. • Yoga: Tues/Wed, 6:30pm. • Pilates: Mon/Wed/Fri, 10:15-11:15am. Beginner Pilates on Tues/Thurs, 7:30-8:15am. • Low Impact Aerobics. Mon/Wed/Fri, 8-9am and 9-10am. All ages welcome, catered toward ages 60+. • Tone & Stretch. Tues/Thurs, 8:30-9:15am. All ages welcome, catered toward ages 60+. • Boot Camp fitness class meets Tues/Thurs, 6-7am. • Cape Fear Cotillion—Lessons in ballroom and popular dance along with etiquette and social skills! Thurs. afternoons, 4/8-5/6, 3-7 and 8-12 years old. • Performance Club—structured theater games, kids can exercise their imagination and have fun by performing. Tues. afternoons. Grades K-2nd and 3rd-5th.• Wrightsville Beach Shag Lessons.

Beginner shag lessons on Sun. All classes at Fran Russ Rec Ctr. unless otherwise noted. Wrightsville Beach Park: 256-7925.

Film CIGARETTE LITTER VIDEO CONTEST With the recent ban on smoking in restaurants and bars, it’s no surprise that cigarette butts have become the #1 source of litter in downtown Wilmington. To help increase awareness of this issue, Wilmington Downtown, Inc. (WDI) is seeking entries for a video contest to help spread the word

about the problem of cigarette litter on downtown streets - and help keep the city clean. Participants are asked to submit a creative 30-second video which addresses the problem of cigarette litter and urge viewers to dispose of their cigarette-related trash in the proper place. The winning entries will be aired on local TV. The deadline to enter is 4/16.

To submit a video to be considered, all content must first be uploaded to YouTube. After the video has been posted, send an email with the link to dhardin@ec.rr.com. www.wilmingtondowntown. com or 763-7349.

WE FEST ACCEPTING FILM SUBMISSIONS The Wilmington Exchange Festival XIV (We Fest) is currently accepting film submissions for this years event. The deadline is 5/1 for all submissions.

We fest is scheduled 5/27-31 at the Soapbox Laundrolounge. The festival begins at 3pm every day. All entries must be in .mov or .avi format on a DATA dvd or HARDDRIVE. Mail to: Attn We Fest Film: 4905 Brenton Ct, Wilmington, NC 28412 joevideos@yahoo.com.

FREE MOVIES AT THE LAKE Every Sunday night in the summer, the Carolina Beach Lake Park comes alive with activity as families from all areas bring their lawn chairs and blankets and spend an evening together under the stars watching some of the best hit movies around. This year will be no different. The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce is on the cutting edge offering a line up which includes three 2010 Academy Award nominated films as well as films that have yet to be released to the public. This year’s line up includes: 5/30 Avatar • 6/6 Night at the Museum 2 • 6/13 Star Trek • 6/20 Tooth Fairy • 6/27 Transformers• 7/4 Twilight–New Moon • 7/11-Blind Side • 7/18-Fame • 7/25-Where the Wild Things Are • 8/1-BeetleJuice • 8/8-Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs • 8/15-The Pirates of the Caribbean • 8/22-The Princess & The Frog • 8/29-“Classic” Night – Two Hours in the Dark a Frank Capra Documentary followed Capra’s classic film Mr. Deeds goes to Town • 9/5-Up. Each week, the Chamber of Commerce will also be hosting a food drive benefiting a local charity.

This is your chance to help someone in need simply by bringing a non-perishable food item for donation. These films are free and open to the public. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy and other popular concessions are available at reasonable prices. This is a true summer time treat for adults and kids alike.

Kids Stuff MONTESSORI SCIENCE AND ART CAMP This 1/2 day program delights children with a hands on sea life experience in the safety of The Montessori classrooms and outside environment. Water safety issues are explored with a child friendly approach. Art projects, experiments and music go hand in hand with each “sea critter” or environmental topic that is introduced. Sea life offered by Hieronymus Fishing Charters. Ages 3-6 years. We will work with your vacation schedule.

Lhieronymus@aol.com.

UPPER ROOM THEATRE CO. SUMMER CAMP The Upper Room Theatre Company has announced the summer camp schedule for its Kids’ Musical Theatre (KMT). The camp, intended for children and teens in first through eighth grade, will take place from 6/28-7/27. The program will run from 9am-1pm daily in the Lutheran Church of Reconciliation’s Ministry Center, 7500 Market St. The camp schedule is as follows: 6/28-7/2: Hannah Montana; 7/5-9, Peter Pan; 7/12-16, The Lion King; and 7/19-23, Annie. $15 one-time, non-refundable registration fee for individuals; $25 one-time, nonrefundable registration fee for siblings (one fee covers two siblings) plus $95 per week. A 10% discount is offered if sibling attends the same week of Camp KMT. Scholarships are available on as needed basis. Contact Kate Santhuff, KMT Camp Director, at info@upperroomtheatre.org or call (910) 686-9203.

JUNIOR RANGER DAY 4/24, 10am-5pm, Moores Creek National Battlefield. Children will be able to learn about the

a young German girl, her family and friends. On hand, in the beautiful Silver Coast barrel room will be a small band playing some German music to provide the perfect background for Marianne’s talk. Visit www.silvercoastwinery.com or 910287-2800. Directions: 7 miles north of the SC border on Hwy 17, take 904W. 2nd right onto Russtown Rd. 4th right Barbeque Rd.

duties of a park ranger, and will earn a patch and ranger badge through fun, educational activities.

Opportunities will also be available for children to become Junior Rangers through exploration of the park, learning to be caretakers, and discovering the adventure that is the Park Ranger job. Contact Moores Creek National Battlefield, 910-283-5591.

PANANCEA ADVENTURES CAMP Panacea Adventures’ “Let It Go” Program Offers Adventure Therapy for Obese Youth in SENC. Wilderness therapy develops self confidence, while fostering weight loss. Just in time for First Lady Michelle Obama’s national initiative to combat childhood obesity, Wilmington’s Panacea Adventures is launching an adventure camp to address the problem here. “Let it Go” merges multiple therapeutic models with a thorough nutritional curriculum to achieve improved mental and physical health for youth at risk of becoming obese. The first program will host eight children, ages 13 to 17, and will begin in late April. “Let It Go” will engage the children and their families for six months with periodic wilderness adventures and weekly group meetings. The adventures will be led by professional wilderness guides (certified in wilderness medicine) and a licensed therapist, and will include sea kayaking, surfing, white water rafting, rock climbing and hiking.

In-town sessions will focus on physical training and family nutrition with each discussion led by a registered dietitian, therapist and physical trainer. Cost for the program is $6,200 per child (includes weekly group/family counseling and nutrition classes) and the organization is seeking

Classes/Workshops SOIL TO SOUL EVENTS 4/17: 11am-12pm-How to grow & juice wheatgrass. Discover the magic of juicing wheatgrass and how to grow your own! Class costs $40. Wheatgrass juice tasting included and go home with a complete kit for growing 2 full weeks of wheatgrass. • 4/17: 2-3pmOrganic Land Care for Dummies. Bring your competitor quotes, soil tests, and questions for a free wheeling discussion on how to maintain your landscape with success…naturally. Class is free. • 4/24: 11am-12pm-Essential Oils 101.

What are they? How are they used? Did you know you can heal yourself using aromatherapy with essential oils? Class costs $20. Go home with (1) 15ml bottle of the Essential Oil of your choice.

• All classes will be held at Soil to Soul, 6005 Oleander Dr. See www.ProgressiveGardens.com or call 910-395-1156.

REGISTER! SCIENCE AND ART CAMP

GREEN YOUR PROPERTY WORKSHOP On Wed. 4/21, The Cape Fear Green Building Alliance, along with the UNCW Sustainability Committee, will host a free workshop at UNCW’s campus to discuss how incorporating green/sustainable building practices can provide immediate benefits to renters, property owners, developers, and managers. The event is sponsored by Carolina Green Building and Above and Beyond Energy and is scheduled from 6-8pm in room #2017 of the Fisher Student Center. A panel of local experts will be present to talk about practical, sustainable solutions and to discuss why converting a property to “green” standards is worthwhile. Attendees will also learn about the economical and environmental advantages that can result.

Complimentary pizza and soft drink will be provided. Speakers include: Mark Jabaley, Certified HERS Home Energy Rater and BPI Building Analyst, Above and Beyond Energy. Robbie Sutton, Renewable Energy Design and Installations Engineer, Carolina Green Building. Steve Mott, Sustainable Landscape Architect and Green Roof Specialist, Mott’s Landscaping.Roger Shew, Professor of Environmental Studies and Geology, UNCW. The building industry is currently undergoing drastic changes, backed by federal legislation that includes incentives for energy efficiency improvements in existing buildings. Green buildings use less energy, water, and natural resources, create less waste, and are more durable and comfortable for occupants.

Admission is free; however, donations are welcome in support of the Cape Fear Green Building Alliance and UNCW Sustainability Committee. www.cfgba.org and www.uncw.edu/ sustainability or Kyle Davies: (919) 412-4557.

Summer is right around the corner, meaning the little ones will be bouncing off the walls, trying to stay active and engaged during school break. Let Montessori Science and Art Camp be of help, as the half-day program helps children understand and learn about sea life, while indulging in creative art projects, too.

Camps are for ages 3-6; e-mail lhieronymus@aol.com. grants, contributions and sponsors so that no child is refused based on inability to pay.

Seniors SENIOR GAMES BY THE SEA Senior Games by the Sea offers competition in 40 sports and 4 art categories through 4/30.

Registration packets are available at the NHC Senior Center located at 2222 S. College Rd. Registration will continue through 4/3. www. wilmingtonrecreation.com, 341-7253.

Lectures/Readings MICHELEE BOYAJIAN READING/BOOKSIGNING 4/22 7pm. Join us at Pomegranate Books for a reading and booksigning by Michelle Boyajian, for her debut novel, Lies of the Heart. Michelle is an alumnus of UNC-Wilmington’s celebrated MFA in Creative Writing program, where she received the Austin Robert Hartsook Fellowship in Creative Writing. Her short stories have appeared in and Timber Creek Review and were nominated for a Pushcart Prize. Free. 418 Park Ave. (910) 452-1107.

POPLAR GROVE Classes: Pilates, Mon. 4:30-5:30pm • Glass Bead Making, Sat. 4/24, 5/8, 5/29, 11am-4:30pm. $175. 18 and up. • Wire Wrap Beading, third Wed. of each month 11am-12pm & Mon. 4/26, 5/17, 6/21 6-7:30pm. $35 • Bracelet Making, first Wed. of ea. month 11am-12pm & Mon. 5/3, 6/7 6-7:30pm. $50. • One Stroke Painting, 4week class: 4/29-5/20 Thurs. 6-8pm. $60. • Tae Kwon-Do, Tues. & Thurs. 6-7pm. $75/month. • Self -Defense for Adults, Wed. 1-2:15pm, 5:457pm. $40/4 classes. • 910-686-9518 ext. 26, www.poplargrove.com

MARIANNE SMITH BOOK SIGNING On Sat. 5/1 from 2-5pm, Marianne Smith will be at Silver Coast Winery signing her wonderful new book “On The Other Side” which is a story about

BOATING COURSE Did you know effective 5/1 NC Senate Bill 43 will require all boat operators under the age of 26 to take an approved boating course to be able to

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operate their boat or PWC legally? The Cape Fear Sail and Power Squadron, an affiliate of the United States Power Squadrons, is offering America’s Boating Course, to the public on three consecutive Saturdays, 5/5, 15, and 22. Classes will be at CFCC, Room L-107 from 8am to 1pm. Cost of materials is $30. Information will be provided on recreational boating and will include lessons on boat handling and basic seamanship. The course meets NC state specific and National Association of State Law Administrators requirements. A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.

Peter Dahl: 681-1106. Alan Smith: 762-2906. www. capefearpowersquadron.org.

A PLACE TO BEAD Beading classes and parties for all ages! Basic stringing and basic earring making offered weekly.

Precious Metal Clay and multiple wire wrapping classes offered monthly. Special projects and advanced classes offered on weekends. Every Sunday join local artist’s for Bead Therapy.

Please call 910-799-2928 or check out www. aplacetobead.com for times and prices.

PRIVATE GUITAR LESSONS Private Guitar Lessons. $30/half hour or $45/hour.

Will come to you. 232-4750.

ENGLISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS Every Tuesday and Thursday at 9am. The ESOL group is sponsored by the Cape Fear Literacy Council and teaches English to Spanish speakers.

Arwen Parris: 910-509-1464.

Clubs/Notices CALL FOR PRESERVATION NOMINATIONS Historic Wilmington Foundation will be presenting the 2010 Annual Preservation Awards Thurs.

5/20 at 6:30pm at the Historic New Hanover

County Courthouse downtown. All nominations must be submitted by 4/28, 2010. Mark your calendars to be a part of this historic event. Visit the foundation’s Web site to review the categories and fill out a nomination form. (910) 762-2511. www.historicwilmington.org.

GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS Wilmington Gambler’s Anonymous Meeting, 6:30pm, Cape Fear Presbyterian Church. 2606 Newkirk Ave. Casey F.: (910) 599-140 YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF NHC Meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday every month at the downtown public library, third floor, 6:30pm. Ages 18-35.

HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE TOURS Narrated horse drawn carriage and trolley tours of historic Wilmington feature a costumed driver who narrates a unique adventure along the riverfront and past stately mansions. Daily continuous tours offered 10am-10pm. Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child. (910) 251-8889 or www. horsedrawntours.com S-ANON Meets Tuesdays @ 8pm. A support group for family and friends of sexaholics. Universal Unitarian Fellowship 4313 Lake Ave. 910-5205518 wilmingtonsanon@bellsouth.net or www. sanon.org CALL FOR PRESERVATION NOMINATIONS Historic Wilmington Foundation will be presenting the 2010 Annual Preservation Awards Thurs. 5/20 at 6:30pm at the Historic New Hanover County Courthouse downtown. All nominations must be submitted by 4/28, 2010. Mark your calendars to be a part of this historic event. Visit the foundation’s website to review the categories and fill out a nomination form. Call (910) 762-2511. www. historicwilmington.org.

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HOME EDUCATION ARTS HEArts (Home Education Arts) is a Wilmington, NC based homeschool group for families interested in using creative, integrated techniques to facilitate learning at home. We are a fully inclusive, nonsectarian group that embraces diversity. Members plan park play dates, fieldtrips, parties, classes and spontaneous activities. We meet online at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ HEArts_HomeEducationArts/. Sheree Harrell: 910.632.9454.

CAPE FEAR ROLLER GIRLS Love to Roller Skate? If you are interested in playing roller derby, being a derby referee, or derby volunteer please contact the Cape Fear Roller Girls: info@capefearrollergirls.com or visit our website www.capefearrollergirls.com. All skill levels welcomed!

CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION Meet and greets third Wednesday of each month. $25, members free. E-mail: capefearweddingassociation.com YWCA YWCA Bridge club, Mon: 12:30-3:30pm. Open to all players new to duplicate and those with less than 50 points. Marie Killoran: 452-3057 or Shirley Dail: 799-4287 • Aquatics, adult and kids exercise programs available • Scrabble Club meets Thurs.at 6:30pm, YWCA Bridge Center in Marketplace Mall. Bruce Shuman: 256-9659 or Gary Cleaveland: 458-0752. www. scrabble-assoc.com • Chess Club meets Thurs. at 6:30pm. David Brown: 675-1252 or 3438002; at the Bridge Center, 41 Market Place Mall. www.wilmingtonchess.com • MommiePreneurs, a network/support group of women entrepreneurs, meet the 1st Wed. of month at YWCA. 2815 S. College Rd; 910-799-6820. www. ywca.org PSORIASIS SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 2nd Saturday of the month at Port City Java in Harris Teeter on College and Wilshire, 5pm.

Christopher: (910) 232-6744 or cvp@yahoo.com.

Free; meet others with psoriasis and get educated on resources and program assistance.

AD/HD SUPPORT GROUPS CHADD volunteers facilitate support groups for people affected by AD/HD. Our Parent Support Group for parents of children with AD/HD meets the second Mon of ea. month at the YWCA of the Lower Cape Fear (S. College Road at Holly Tree) from 7-9pm. Our Adult Support Group for adults who have AD/HD themselves meets monthly on the second Tuesday at the same place and time. Free and areavailable on a drop-in basis to residents of New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick Counties.Karen: WilmCHADD@aol.com.

CAPE FEAR KNITTERS Wilmington chapter of the Knitting Guild of America holds monthly meetings the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am-noon, at UNCW, Bear Hall, Rm 208. Open to all interested in the skill of knitting. We will teach those interested in learning and help current knitters increase their knowledge and skill. Judy Chmielenski: 910-383-0374. www. tkga.com CREATIVE WOMEN’S EXCHANGE DivaMade, the Creative Women’s Exchange, a newly formed group of creative minds with a mission to be Wilmington’s primary catalyst of creative inspiration and support for women through events, workshops, monthly meetings, mentorship, projects and the open exchange of ideas and services will be resuming monthly meetings. The Greenlight Lounge from 7-9pm.

21 N. Front St. .creativewomensexchange.com or (910)352-0236.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Club meets the third Wed. of each month, Sept.

thru June @ 7:30pm on UNCW Campus in the Cultural Arts Building. www.capefearcameraclub. org for more info.

NEWCOMERS CLUB The Wilmington Newcomers Club meets monthly at 9:30am on the 2nd Thurs ea. month at the Coastline Convention Center, 501 Nutt St. Sign up for our satellite groups, where members can follow their particular interest and make new friends along the way—bridge clubs, dinner groups, business networking groups, etc. 910-632-8315, www. wilmingtonncnewcomers.com.

Tours/Destinations JUNGLE RAPIDS Water park, Jungle Golf, Arcade, Laser Tag, Gocarts. Open daily. 5320 Oleander Dr. 791-0666. www.junglerapids.com ORTON PLANTATION Live oaks bordering garden walks, sculptured shrubs and seasonal flowers. Grounds open 8 am - 6 pm. daily. Fees: $9 adults, $8 seniors, $3 ages 6-16, under 6 free. 15 miles south of Wilmington.

371-6851. www.orton plantation.com TOURS OF WWII SITES Wilmington author and military historian Wilbur D. Jones, Jr., now leads customized, personalized guided tours of World War II sites in Southeastern NC. 793-6393 or History@wilburjones.com AIRLIE GARDENS Enjoy the 67 beautiful acres of Airlie Gardens year round. Operating hours are Tuesday - Sunday, 9am-5pm. Admission: $5 for adults, $3 for children.

910-798-7700 or www.airliegardens.org.

SCREEN GEMS STUDIO Tour the movie studio. Sat-Sun at noon and 2 pm.

343-3433.

GHOST WALK 90 minute tour through downtown haunted sites.

Nightly at 8:30pm, plus Tues-Sat at 6:30 pm. Tours begin at Market and Water Sts. 602-6055.

WILMINGTON TROLLEY 8-mile, 45-minute narrated tour aboard a nostalgic, motorized trolley. Downtown. 763-4483.

WILMINGTON ADVENTURE TOUR Adventure tour of downtown, daily 10am-2pm.

Market & Water St. (763-1785).

HENRIETTA III An elegant, 3 tiered boat offering sight-seeing, lunch and dinner cruises, site seeing tours and a Sunset Dinner Cruise June-Aug. On the riverfront. • April through October: Narrated sightseeing cruises 2:30 pm 1-1/2 hours Tuesday-Sunday, Narrated lunch cruises 12:00 noon 1-1/2 hours Tuesday-Saturday.

• May through October: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises, Tuesday & Thursday evening 2 hours 6:30 pm; • April through December: Friday evening dinner cruises 2-1/2 hours 7:30 pm, Saturday evening dinner cruises 3 hours 6:30 pm. 343-1611. www.cfrboats.com MOORES CREEK NAT’L BATTLEFIELD: This National Park commemorates and preserves the site of the Revolutionary War battle of Moores Creek fought in Feb. 1776. Visitors Center with exhibits & audio visual program, 2 self-guided trails, picnic area. Daily 9 am - 5 pm. Free 910-283-5591 www.nps.gov/mocr www.nps.gov/mocr HOLLYWOOD LOCATION WALK Tour one of America’s largest living film sets; Historic downtown Wilmington! Fun-filled 90 min. walking tour of actual movie & TV locations. TDepart Tues., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. at 2pm. Reservations are required, $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students or military, and children 6 or under are free. 910794-7177, www.HollywoodNC.com.

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