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live local, live small: Turning dollars into a wealth of ideas on politics in ‘The Dollar Show’ by: gwenyfar rohler

ABOVE: Diane Hause is curating a new art exhibit at 2TEN HAUSTUDIO, called “The Dollar Show,” and collaborating with Ben Cohen (Ben and Jerry’s) and the Stampede Campaign.

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ometimes crating the consciousness for social change begins in unexpected places, like with ice cream and visual art. For Diane Hause of 2TEN HAUSTUDIO in Ivanhoe, NC, learning about a project by Ben Cohen (yep, that Ben of Ben and Jerry’s fame) to bring attention to the issues surrounding Citizens United and the overwhelming influence of money in politics. For a visual artist like Hause it was inspirational.

Currently, she is curating a group show of dollar bill art to hang at her studio. Titled “Dollar Show!’ Hause is accepting submissions through August 15; the show will open on Sunday, October 18, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (more info: www.haustudio.com). Diane was kind enough to share with encore the path to this show and what it will accomplish.

encore (e): How did you learn about this project?

Diane Hause (DH): In 2009, due to the plunging economy, I was trying to come up with a group exhibit for the gallery I owned and operated in Atlanta. This was the first I had thought of using a dollar bill as the surface for the work. I was thinking of the show in relation to that of a dollar being worth so little then, but if it was turned into an art piece, it could be worth more. I thought of the show being titled “Worthless/Worth More.” As things happen, I moved to NC and this idea was put on the back burner.

Almost exactly a year ago, I saw something on the Internet about Ben Cohen’s “Stampede” movement of stamping dollar bills with messages that concerned getting money out

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of politics—and a campaign focused on overturning Citizens United, the Supreme Court’s ruling that basically states corporations are people and therefore can contribute obscene amounts of money, via super pacs, to politicians of their choice.

Just on a hunch, I wrote to an e-mail address I found for the “Stampede Campaign” and told them about my idea to use a dollar, not unlike their stamping, but as a surface that people could express their ideas about money in politics. I suggested perhaps it could be a collaboration of my exhibit and their stamping combined.

out a politician’s mouth with the stamp on it. I wanted to see if we could also get this truck at the opening.

I heard back from one of the team members, who said they held a meeting and were interested. We have been putting this collaborative idea together now for about a year. e: How did you get Ben Cohen to agree to come for the opening?

DH: When I mentioned my idea of getting the Stamp Mobile at the opening reception, James, my contact with the Stampede team, tried to see if it was feasible to get it down here. We’re not 100 percent sure yet it At this point, I had seen photos of the won’t happen, but in the meantime the team wacky “Stamping Machine,” a huge truck tried to come up with some other component with a gambit of mazes where people put a if it wasn’t possible. They are sending me dollar in to go through the mazes and comes a stamping station for people to use at the

opening reception, a place where people can stamp their dollars. But then they approached Cohen with the idea and he liked it, said he’d fly down to attend. Of course, I immediately looked into finding a caterer that will serve Ben and Jerry’s ice cream at the reception ,as my gesture of gratitude to Ben for deciding to make this trip to Ivanhoe! e: Have you received submissions yet?

DH: Yes, I have been receiving submissions for a few weeks now, even one from Switzerland. As most group exhibits go, a lot are coming in now that the deadline is looming in two weeks. It always seems people like to wait until the last minute—I guess like writing your school book report!

The reception won’t be until October 18th so I have given myself enough time to receive them all, install them and try to get the fine tuning underway: the logistics of getting Ben from the airport to the opening, having the stamping equipment sent to me and planning for the Stamp Mobile to get here! e: What interested you about this movement?

DH: As far as themed group art exhibitions, I can’t say I have ever put together one that has a political nature to it. This is one of the first. Yet, even though I mentioned it was born out of the horrendous economic collapse with the banks, Fannie Mae and Wall Street (which gave birth to the Occupy movement), it seemed this also was a timely and pertinent moment for this exhibit. Here we are in the midst of campaigning for a new president, and much of what is being discussed and focused on is the obscene amounts of money being spent to fund these campaigns.

There is a very corruptive side to Democracy when it feels it is being bought by the deepest and richest pockets, and those most connected to lobbyists. Not to mention when you think of the millions and millions of dollars being spent and what could be done, for the good of so many people suffering, with just a tiny portion of campaign money. It’s heartbreaking, actually. e: Are you planning a piece for the show?

DH: Most definitely. I have already created one and may do more as I find it quite fun. The dollar bill is such a great surface to work on and I encourage others to create more than one if they are so inclined. e: What can participants expect of this experience?

DH: I can tell from some of the comments and questions from participants, or those thinking of participating, that this is harder than they thought it would be. I also wanted this to be an “open call” to people other than

only artists—for the general public to participate if they wanted. Even artists seem to have struggled with this, and I think not only because the surface of a dollar has its own constraints as far as size and not being a blank surface, but you have to really think about political issues. You have to think about how can you represent it on a 2 1/2-by-6-inch space. It’s a challenge, but from those that have sent in their submissions, most have commented that it was initially difficult but then they really enjoyed the process. e: What do you hope the audience takes away from the exhibit?

DH: I think it will be a visually stunning exhibit—sometimes smaller can be bigger. I find it visually interesting to see the same format treated so differently and individually. Each participant gets to come to the topic-at-hand with their own perspective. This leaves the audience with the ability to look at each individual piece, and decide what the participant is expressing and whether or not they agree with their dollar. This mirrors a great concept between a piece of artwork and the viewer—personal ideas evolve from what’s being viewed.

In this case, you may only like the pieces that speak and agree with your own perspective in politics today and dislike those you feel do not support your views. It is an “open call,” so it is intended to be a bipartisan show! Either way, it’s a dialogue, and dialogue is always great, even if it’s with yourself!

I hope on some level, politics aside, it’s just simply fun! That’s why I planned it to be an afternoon reception. It will be an afternoon out in the country, and, hopefully, fall will be in the air providing a little cooler weather, with people eating ice cream. I want the show to be engaging and thought-provoking! e: What sort of action do you hope people take as a result of this show?

DH: I think having the stamping booth set up will have people feel that, even if they didn’t participate in creating an altered dollar bill hanging in the gallery, they can still participate in the conversation and movement. They will be able to purchase their own stamps to take home if they want to keep the momentum going after they leave the show.

Hopefully, people will become more aware of political issues as they crop up, and will find it more interesting and engaging. I hope it resonates as elections loom near that some of the very issues expressed on these dollars are being discussed during debates and on the news. Like I said, it seems a very timely show, and I’m glad I waited until now to host it. That Ben Cohen and the Stampede team decided to collaborate was a great idea!

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FROM ROUGH ROADS TO RAILROADS: Reading the abundance of signs everywhere by: MARK BASQUILL

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ough Road!” reads the sign on River Road near the construction zone. Which rough road?

Maybe the sign refers to the rough road of any person of color at any point in our legal system, especially at unwarranted discretionary traffic stops.

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BAR ON BOARD WITH ALL ABC PERMITS

The high-profile discretionary street violence from law enforcement over the past year is in part one of the unintended side effects of the “War on Drugs” that St. Ronnie initiated back in the early ‘80s.

Between Ronnie’s almost totally misdirected War on Drugs and our eternal War on Terror, courts have weakened laws limiting police powers at every turn. We don’t just ask local police to respond to criminal complaints, investigate murders and provide a comforting presence in public places. We demand they keep order in our schools, keep us sober on our highways, and use their police ESP and hi-tech surveillance gadgets to aggressively prevent all crimes—from jaywalking to international terrorist plots.

We militarized Sheriff Andy and Deputy Barney and consented to give them almost unlimited discretionary powers.

These days, ‘probable cause’ can mean a hair out of place. Almost anyone can get stopped for almost any reason.

Most folks who look like me haven’t noticed the expansion of police discretionary powers and job description over the past 35 years. Partly because a lot of Americans have become obsessed with safety, and confuse “law and order” with “justice.” Partly because people who look like me are white. I can break bad, cook crystal meth, sell sub-prime mortgages, and even wear a hoodie, and not risk getting stopped in any neighborhood by lo-

cal or campus police. It’s a much rougher road for persons of color.

Maybe the sign referenced our rough road to relative nuclear stability and a nuke deal with Iran? August 9 is the 70th anniversary of the last time anyone used a nuclear weapon against people.

It wasn’t Iran that dropped the big one; it was us—our American exceptionalism, superior moral judgement and firepower.

The proposed deal with Iran buys another 15 years of global oversight of their enriched uranium program. It’s not like we trust Iran enough to help them build an arsenal of weapons of mass destruction like we did with Iraq back in the ‘80s. Having a deal means you can renegotiate a better deal. Ask Donald. It’s not rocket science.

It’s an art form, right?

Or maybe the sign referred to the rough road the POTUS has had getting to his 54th birthday on August 4. Despite the fact that economic inequality continues to destroy democracy, his administration has presided over an economic recovery from what some considered the worst crisis since the Great Depression. His administration could literally put a chicken in every pot and a roof over every head, and the right would complain the dessert wasn’t sweet enough, while the left notes the kale wasn’t fresh enough.

Maybe the sign referred to the rough road of mass transit in our American car culture. I’m sure our road-building project will help get us from here to there a little more quickly. But, as I drove alone in my car, my aging eyes burning after a long day, hydrocarbons hastening the end of untold species, I sighed and imagined the construction completed a mass transit line that linked Raleigh to Wrightsville Beach, with spurs shooting from the airport to Carolina Beach, whisking me home from work with a few friends and co-workers.

And I’m no Andy Wood, but during my Sunday-morning River Road runs, I observe the migratory patterns of our local wildlife from turtles to tourists. This time of year flocks of tourists fly down River Road on Friday nights to mate on aptly named Pleasure Island. After their mating rituals, they throw panties and hundreds of empty beer cans along River Road.

A rail line might just cut down on damage to the ecosystem, and give local police a new public place to provide their comforting presence.

cutting right through her tattoo reading “Happiness Is A Warm Gun.” (2) A task force of Benton, Arkansas, police and U.S. Marshals tracked down Tieren Watson, 26, in June after he had spent several days on the lam as a suspect in a shooting. When arrested, he was wearing a T-shirt reading “You Can Run, But You Can’t Hide.”

Wait, What?

There’s an App for That

Among the health and fitness apps for computers and smartphones are sextracking programs to document the variety of acts and positions, degrees of frenzy and lengths of sessions (via an on-bed motion detector) — and menstrual trackers aimed at males (to help judge their partner’s fertility but also her predicted friskiness and likelihood of orgasm). Several have chart- and graph-making potential for data (noise level, average thrust frequency, duration, etc.), and of course, the highlight of many of the apps is their ability to create a “score” to rank performance — even encouraging comparisons across a range of populations and geography.

(Sociologist Deborah Lupton’s app research was summarized in the July Harper’s Magazine.)

We Are Not Alone

(1) Scientists from Australia’s James Cook University told reporters in June that they had spotted an aggressive fish that can walk on land making its way toward the country from Papua New Guinea. The native freshwater “climbing perch” can live out of water for days and has survived short saltwater treks from PNG toward Australia’s Queensland.

(2) In July, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department posted a warning photo of a so-far-rare Texas Redhead — an 8-inchlong centipede with gangly white legs tipped with venom-delivering fangs and which eats lizards and toads.

The Continuing Crisis

— Reuters reported in early July that a big loser in the nuclear pact between Iran and six world powers was (since all negotiators have gone home to sell the deal) the brothel industry of Vienna, Austria, which hosted that final round. With so many (male, mostly) diplomats in town for two stressful months, business had been robust — especially compared to the previous round in notoriously expensive Lausanne, Switzerland.

— The Undernews From Wimbledon: The All England Club, host of tennis’s

most hallowed tournament, is, formally, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, at which presumably Britain’s 11,900 croquet “regulars” aspire to play — although their British Open Championship is actually held at the nearby Surbiton Croquet Club, which this year hosted 50 competitors from four continents, according to a July New York Times dispatch. The leading U.S. player — Ben Rothman of Oakland, California, the “croquet pro” at Mission Hills Country Club near Palm Springs — is the reputed “world’s leader” in prize money ($4,500).

Profile in Leadership

Maryland state Delegate Ariana Kelly was charged with trespassing and indecent exposure in June after she arrived at her ex-husband’s home to drop off their kids and learned that his girlfriend was inside. According to police, she started banging on the door and ringing the bell repeatedly and, aware that her husband had a camera trained on the doorway, she faced it, exposed her breasts and shook them, one in each hand, toward the lens. Eventually, she dared an officer to arrest her. (The Washington Post reported that Kelly is a member of a legislative task force studying maternal mental health issues.)

Mine worker Joshua Clay claimed in a lawsuit that a foreman had twice taunted him for complaining about conditions — by restraining him and spray-painting his testicles white. Clay filed against Kielty Mine in Mingo County, West Virginia, in July, alleging that the company had forced him to work on the dirty side of a coal-dust conversion machine — a practice forbidden by federal regulations — and that when he complained, he was subjected to off-the-books discipline.

Inexplicable

A KPHO-TV news story in Phoenix featured a local doctor advising expectant mothers against “tweaking” the result of home pregnancy tests. Some women, apparently, had discovered the magic of “Photoshopping” the pink reading on the home test’s strip — to take a faint pink

line (not a certified pregnancy) to make it bold (pregnant!). Although the doctor warns of the general hazard of “false positives,” the 415-word news story does not explain how Photoshopping a not-positive reading into a positive one improves the likelihood of conception.

Mangoes in the News

(1) Josefina Tometich, 64, was arrested in Fort Myers, Florida, in June, charged with shooting out the back window of Christopher Richey’s pickup. Richey had fetched a “perfect-looking” mango from the street in front of Tometich’s house, but Tometich insisted it was hers since it had earlier fallen from her tree. (An attorney consulted by WBBH-TV said wind-blown mangoes landing on public property is a legal “gray area.”) (2) In one of the most successful redresses of grievance in history, the Venezuelan government gave Marleny Olivo a new apartment in April. Only days before, as President Nicolas Maduro toured her neighborhood in Aragua state, she had hurled a mango at him with her phone number on it, hitting him just below the ear. The new president (a “man of the people”) called her, listened to her story, and ordered a housing upgrade.

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Ironies

— An 87-year-old man, taking his license renewal driving test in Deerfield, Illinois, in June, accidentally crashed into the driver’s license office (based on brake/accelerator confusion). Neither he nor the examiner was injured.

— An 83-year-old man, driving around Cape Coral, Florida, in May, suffered a fatal heart attack at the wheel, and the uncontrolled car came to rest in shrubbery ringing the Florida Heart Associates building.

— Wrong Place, Wrong Time: (1) A court in Lincoln, Nebraska, which had already sent Paul Boye to prison for at least 10 years for shooting his girlfriend, ordered him in June to cover her resulting medical bills. The woman had taken a .22-caliber bullet, which left a scar

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into the ‘Great Unknown’: Onward, Soldiers’ Sean Thomas Gerard debuts solo album

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Cultivating Sound: Sean Thomas Gerard will debut his solo sound at Bourgie Nights on Saturday, August 15. Photo by Anchored in Love

ilmington has seen many bands and musicians grow into their own here. Onward, Soldiers started its journey in the Cape Fear in 2009 and helped launch the singing and songwriting career of Sean Thomas Gerard. Now after six years, two albums with Winoca Records and a third (“Daydreamer”) coming out this fall, Gerard is debuting his first solo release.

The “Great Unknown” will be out August 11, and Gerard is planning a release party on August 15 at Bourgie Nights, to kick off his East Coast tour.

Gerard—who also books the music at Bourgie Nights—will perform with a full band on the road. In Wilmington Jack the Radio will join him, while Turkish Gold Standard and Happy Abandon at the Local 506 will be at the Chapel Hill CD release show.

“I’ll be backed up by some of my best buds and some of the most talented people I know,” Gerard explains of a variety of local musicians, including Justin Lacy (keys/gui-

tar/trumpet/vocals), Keith Butler Jr. (drums/ percussion) and Sam Candio (bass).

songs, but needed to be recorded before they were forgotten.

encore asked Gerard about his solo project and how it stands alone from Onward, Soldiers.

I’m getting ready to move soon and discovered so many old notebooks—I literally have thousands of songs collecting dust.

I’ve started to understand, as I get older, I’m going to keep writing more songs—I wrote two this week. If I don’t start recording them, they’re going to stay in those notebooks forever.

encore (e): As your first solo album, how did this process differ from making records with Onward, Soldiers?

Sean Thomas Gerard (STG): Some time during last winter I started tracking demos on my laptop in my apartment. When I began recording, I didn’t know it would become this album. I was just making it for fun. Initially, my mind-set was completely different than it was during the recordings of all three Onward albums. Those records were conceived before the recording process began.

The first two Onward records were recorded in a home studio. So the process was very similar to that of my newest project. A lot of trial and error. It was a lot of learning as you record. My plan this time was just to capture some of the songs I thought weren’t Onward

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The first two Onward records, and the newest one have had very long turnaround times because we want to put them out the “right” way and properly promote them. This time it seemed everything flew by (recording, writing, mixing), perhaps because it was super fun to record this way. The fact I started recording six months ago and the record is about to come out is amazing!

Other than the mindset, the actual process of making the record was very similar. I played mostly everything instead of tracking with a band. Most of the songs started with

an electronic drum beat of some kind, and I layered everything from there. Sometimes I think it’s easier this way because everything is happening in the moment. “They Made a Mess Out of Me” was written and recorded in its entirety in one day. I woke up, wrote the song, and it was done that night. It’s that kind of spontaneity that attracts me to recording alone. e: What did you learn from the experience?

STG: All the fundamentals that go into recording. I spent some days mixing where I was spending half the time watching YouTube “how to” videos and then applying that to the mixing. I also spent a lot of time creating guitar, keyboard and vocal sounds; I was able to save them in my program. So it became a big shortcut later on in the recording process and will greatly help out with future recordings.

I also learned so much about mixing. I initially started recording with headphones,

as I’ve done most of my life. When I had a few songs down and things were starting to take shape, I bought some nice studio monitors and could instantly hear all the issues with my mixes. Once I had the monitors and was able to hear the full range of the song, it actually made me take a lot of tracks off each song and give it more space. What sounded great in headphones had no space on proper monitors. It yielded a much better end product. I think the record has a lot of depth, but doesn’t sound too busy. e: How does the album reflect on your journey as a solo artist?

STG: When I write a song, I can usually hear the entire song in my head. Working alone helped me hash out all the parts I was hearing for each tune. This album is really getting back to how I started writing music in the first place. When I was in college, I used to sit in my dorm room and track onto an 8-track tape recorder. Then I upgraded to a laptop, and for years, I made recordings of just me multi-tracking with electronic drums and synthesizers.

When I originally moved to Wilmington, it was one of my demos that started Onward, Soldiers. Then my laptop crashed, and things took off with the band, so I stepped away from that kind of recording for a while.

I didn’t think I needed any other kind of musical fulfillment. It was only when I started realizing that if I don’t record these songs I could lose them that brought me back.

The friends who know my old stuff have commented on this: that I’m getting back to my old ways. I don’t think I ever thought about the whole solo artist thing, though.

I think these recordings sound so much like me that I couldn’t put them out under anything but my own name. I don’t want to make it about me; it’s about the songs and the sound. I think I’ve created a sound that is truly me. I’m not only hoping to get some recognition as an artist for this record, but also as a producer/engineer. Recording is my biggest passion, and I think I’ve got the ear and ability, just not necessarily the gear or studio space to make this into a career. e: What were the major influences for the sound of this record?

STG: I’ve always had a completely random taste in music. My record collection at home has everything from Dr. Dre to Louis Armstrong to Animal Collective. I have to admit that Paul McCartney’s “Ram” was a big source of inspiration for the sound of this record. I have a mild obsession with it, and I think it comes through in some of the arrangements. But, really, it’s a bit of everything that influenced this record.

I literally was trying to create the same keyboard tone from “The Chronic” on “Gold Mine.” The guitars in “They Made a Mess Out of Me” were definitely Beach Boys-inspired. The vocal harmonies are all Beatles/ Beach Boys-inspired, [for] the acoustic gui-

tars, I was going for the Neutral Milk Hotel sound, and for the mixing I was doing my best Jonathan Wilson impression. I love how he mixes. I doubled and sometimes tripled all the vocal and acoustic parts and panned them left, right and center. I like to think of it as if you’re listening in headphones, like you’re inside a snow globe and the music is all around you. Like you’re swimming inside the music.

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e: What are you particularly proud of with this album?

STG: I’m really proud of these songs as a record. I would have made it a full-length, and had other songs recorded in case, but felt they flowed so well together, like one cohesive piece of music. I know I’ve been criticized in the past for writing music that’s all over the place, jump genres, [and] I have a short attention span. While I agree I’m guilty of that, I’m proud to not put out the same old junk song after song. That’s boring. And this record, though it jumps genres, really does feel cohesive.

These songs are about finding a place in the world and being content with it. Finding happiness if you will, despite all of the B.S., falling in love. It’s really been uplifting to see this come to fruition, from demos to real songs. I’m hoping that translates when people listen to it. I hope it makes them connect with moments and feelings in their own lives, which is the true beauty of music.

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e: Do you have plans to continue on the solo path for a while?

STG: I will never stop writing and recording music. It won’t happen. I’ve already started working on another project. I have so many ideas and not enough time to get them all down. So, yes, I will continue on this path and many other paths. I know my music is going to change over time, which is why I need to get all the good stuff recorded to make way for future recordings. What I do with those recordings is to be determined.

I do know after this record release and tour, I will shift my focus for a bit on the new Onward, Soldiers record, which I am confident people are going to love. For the rest of the summer, I want to get [“Great Unknown”] into as many ears as possible. This project is independent in the truest sense, and I’m relying on my friends, family and fans to help me get it out there. I don’t have money and I don’t have a record label; all I have is my music. I’m hoping it’s good enough that it spreads around.

September 12th, Coastal Collective August 15th, Selah Dubb September 19th, Bullfrog August 22nd, The Flannel Rebellion September 26th, L Shape Lot August 29th, Kennedy Park October 3rd, Eastbound September 5th, Mac & Juice Quartette

DETAILS:

Sean Thomas Gerard

“Great Unknown” CD Release Party Sat., August 15, 9 p.m.

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a preview of events across town this week

the soundboard

2015 waterfront Music Series EVERY Sunday from 4 – 8pm

august 9th : overtyme august 16th : brent stimmel august 23rd : back of the boat 4 marina st • wrightsville beach

www.BluewaterDining.com 100 S. FRONT ST. 910-251-1832 LIVE MUSIC in the courtyard 7 days a week

MONDAY S.I.N. NIGHT $2 Domestics • $3 All Draft Selections • $4 Flavored Bombs 50% off Apps 6pm til close NEW BELGIUM TUESDAY $3 New Belgium selections (Fat Tire, Ranger IPA) $5 Jameson • Wing Special WEDNESDAY $2.75 Miller Lite, $4 Wells, Half off All Bottles of wine Live Music @ 8pm THIRSTY THURSDAY $2.50 PBR 16oz cans $3.50 Sam Adams Seasonal & Hoppyum Pints $5 Redbull & Vodka, 50¢ Steamed Oysters and Shrimp FRIDAY $2.75 Michelob Ultra • $3.25 Stella $4.50 José Cuervo Silver • Live Music on the Patio SATURDAY $2.75 Red Stripe • $4.50 Evan Williams Cherry Reel Cafe Rooftop Concert Series SUNDAY $3 Coronas/Corona Lite • $10 Domestic Buckets (5) $4 Mimosas • $4 Bloody Mary’s

BRING THE FUNK: Check out Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band at The Whiskey (1 S. Front St.) this Fri., August 7 and Sat. August 8. Courtesy photo.

Wednesday, August 5 Brennan Simmons (6pm; Free; Americana) —Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

Trivia Night (7pm; Free)

—Hoplite Pub, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

(910) 762-2091

Ed Stephenson (7pm; $5-$12; Flamenco) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17 St.; (910) 395-5999

Kim Dicso (9pm; Free; Folk)

Ed Stephenson (7pm; $5-$12; Flamenco) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17 St.; (910) 395-5999

Susan Savia (7pm; Free; Jazz)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Raphael Name (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Robby Berry (8pm; Free; Rock)

Improv (8pm; $3; Comedy)

Thursday, August 6

Heather Rogers (9pm; Free; Country)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379 —Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

The 3 J’s (6pm; Free; Rock)

Karaoke (9pm; Free)

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

Crystal Fussell Duo (9pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Intrcoastal Waterway, Wrightsville Beach

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

The Imitations (6:30pm; Free; Classic rock)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Steve Laret (6:30pm; Free; Country)

Calico Comedy Night (9:30pm; Free)

Trivia With Sherri “So Very” (7pm; Free)

—Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.;

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

—Whiskey Trail, 4039 Masonboro Loop Rd.

—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; (910) 679-8101 —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

JackJack 180 (6:30pm; Free; Classic rock) —Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd.; (910) 458-8434

Friday, August 7 Boba Funk (6pm; $0-$9)

—Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd.; (910) 7987700

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Wrightsville Beach, NC

LIVE MUSIC 7–10PM FRI.

AUG 7 SAT.

aug 8

2015 Beachside Music Series EVERY Wednesday & Friday from 6-9pm

l shape lot Acoustic Mix

August 7th: Mykel Barbee

daniel parish

August 12th: Rob Ronner

Acoustic Mix

SEA PANS STEEL DRUMS EVERY THURS. 7-10PM 1706 North Lumina Ave. • (910) 256-2231

August 14th: Selah Dubb www.OceanicRestaurant.com

August 7th: Red Zeppelin A Zep tribute that is worthy

August 14th: Satisfaction Rolling Stones will start you up

August 21st: Same as it Ever Was Talking Heads tribute

$2.50 Budweiser Draft $4 Wells 65 Wings, 4-7pm $3.50 Sweetwaters $4.50 Absolute Lemonade 65 Wings, 4-7pm

$2.75 Yuengling Draft $2.75 Domestic Bottles 65 Wings, 4-7pm

$3.50 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas $3.50 Pint of the Day $4 Fire Ball $5 Mimosas $5 Car Bombs $5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas *Drink Specials run all day

www.wilmingtondowntown.com

Thursday ________________________________________

TRIVIA WITH STEVE

8:30 p.m. • PRIZES! • 2 yuengling drafts $ 50

Friday ____________________________________________

LIVE __________________________________________ MUSIC Sunday

www.RuckerJohns.com VISIT WWW.RUCKERJOHNS.COM FOR Friday Monday DAILY SPECIALS, MUSIC & EVENTS Select Appetizers halfMONDAY off $ 4 Cosmopolitan $ 2 Big Domestic Draft Beers $550 Watermelon Martini $ 95 22oz. Domestic Draft ALL DAY 4 RJ's Coffee $ 3 Sam Adams and Blue $5 Pizzas Moon Seasonal Bottles Tuesday TUESDAY 1/2 off Select Bottles Saturday LIVE JAzz IN THE BAR of Wine $ $ 6 All Half Price Bottles of Southern Wine Shiners 5 Absolut Dreams 50 $ Blue$2Moon Draft 3 NC Brewed Bottles • Pacifico Absolut Dream $$5$503-22oz 2 Select Domestic Bottles Wednesday WEDNESDAY Sunday 1/2 offMiller Nachos Light Pints $150$ Coronoa/ $ 50 5 All$2Flat 50 Breads 1 Domestic Pints Lite Bottles Corona $ 50 $4 Bloody$ Marys 2 Corona/Corona Lt. Margaritas/Peach Margaritas 4 Pints $ 50 $ 50 1 Domestic 4 Frozen Margarita $ 5 White Russians THURSDAY (pick your flavor)

Visit our $website Appletinis $4, RJ’s Painkiller 5 Thursday www.RuckerJohns.com $ 50 2 Red Stripe for Bottles $ 50 daily specials, music and 2 Fat Tire Bottles $ 50 2 Fat Tire Bottlesupcoming 9:00 A.m.- 2:00 P.M.• $4 BLOODY MARY’S AND MIMOSA’S events $ 50 2 Flying Dog IPA 1/2 off ALL Red WineFRIDAY5564 Carolina $ 50 Glasses Cosmos $4, 007 Beach 3 Road 1423 S. 3rd St. DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON $ (910)-452-1212 3 Guinness Cans (910) 763-1607 Island Sunsets $5 SATURDAY Baybreeze/Seabreeze $4 12 encore | august 5 – 12, 2015 | www.encorepub.com 22oz. Blue Moon Draft $3

BREAKFAST BUFFET

BRING THE FUNK: Hear the unique mix of blues by Jarekus Singleton on Wed., August 12 at The Whiskey. Photo by Marilyn Stringer.

Chillin Dixie (6pm; Free; Country)

Jim Ashley (8pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Mayfaire Event Lawn, 6835 Conservation Way

—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 821-0362

Red Zeppelin (6pm; Free; Cover) —Riverfront Park, 5 N. Water St.

—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; (910) 679-8101

Music in the Garden (6pm; Free; Acoustic)

Live Music (8:30pm; Free)

—A Tasting Room, 19 S. 2nd St.

—The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

Mykel Barbee (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

Paul Hooper (9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave.

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

Chasing Opal (7pm; Free; Folk)

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band (10pm; Price TBA; Funk)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Massive Grass (8pm; Free; Bluegrass)

Lee Venter Trio (7pm; Free; Jazz)

—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

Loosewheel Bluegrass Jam (7pm; Free)

—Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.

No Dollar Shoes & more (10pm; Free; Folk)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Fun House Follies (10:30pm; Free)

Paul Hooper (7pm; $13; Comedy)

Donna Merritt (10pm; Free; Jazz)

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

(910) 399-2796

L Shape Lot (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Ogden Baptist Church, 7121 Market St.

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 Lumina Ave.

Mac n Juice (7pm; Free; Rock)

Saturday, August 8 Music in the Garden (6pm; Free; Acoustic)

The Carolina Quartet (7pm; Donations)

—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; (910) 6798101

Open Mic (7pm; Free)

—A Tasting Room, 19 S. 2nd St.

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Overtyme (6pm; Free; Rock cover)

Jenny Pearson (5pm; Free; Acoustic)

—The Pub, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; (910) 6798101

concerts outside of southeastern nc

showstoppers

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Reel Rooftop Concert Series (7pm; $5)

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; (910) 251-1832

Kyle Lindley (7pm; Free; Folk)

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St.

Paul Hooper (7pm; $13; Comedy)

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

Jerry Powell (7pm; Free; Blues)

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St;

Monday, August 10 Trivia (7:30pm; Free)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; (910) 763-4133

Brooke Thompson (9pm; Free; Acoustic) —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

End of the Line (7pm; Free; Folk)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Tuesday, August 11

Cross Creek (8pm; Free; Folk)

Comedy Bingo (7pm; Free)

—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 821-0362

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Ashton Stanley (8pm; Free; Rock)

Trivia With Sherri “So Very” (7:30pm; Free)

—Ironclad Brewery, 115 N 2nd St.

Benji Hughes (8:30pm; $10-$15; Rock) —Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.;

Snake Malone (9pm; Free; Blues)

—Carolina Ale House, 317-C College Rd.; (910) 791-9393

Derwin Hinson (7:30pm; Free; Bluegrass)

—Carolina Coast Vineyard Church, 6 Harper Ave.

—Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; (910) 399-2796

Live Team Trivia Tuesday (7:30pm; Free)

Saturday Night Dance Party (9pm; $5-$10)

Avatar Arbor Vitale (8pm; $5; Rock)

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

Sofia Talvik (9pm; $5; Americana)

—The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.; (910) 762-2091

Mike Babyak and Triple Fret (9pm; Free; Rock) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.

Paul Hooper (9:30pm; $13; Comedy)

—Dead Crow Comedy Club, 265 N. Front St.

Tim Black & Chris James (10pm; Free; Acoustic)

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St. —Ziggy’s By The Sea, 208 Market St.; (910) 769-4096

Trivia Night (8pm; Free)

—Banks Channel Pub & Grille, 530 Causeway Dr.; (910) 256-2269

College Night Karaoke (9pm; Free)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Wednesday, August 12

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

Rob Ronner (6pm; Free; Acoustic)

Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band (10pm; Price TBA; Funk)

Trivia Night (7pm; Free)

—The Whiskey Bar NC, 1 S. Front St.

L Shape Lot Duo (10pm; Free; Folk) —Goat & Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; (910) 772-1400

Daniel Parish (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—Holiday Inn Resort, 1706 Lumina Ave.

Sunday, August 9

—The Oceanic Restaurant, 703 S. Lumina Ave. —Hoplite Pub, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Brandon Snow (7pm; Free; Acoustic)

—The Ogden Tap Room, 7324 Market St.;

Jill & Barry (7pm; Free; Folk)

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.; (910) 231-3379

Nutt St. Improv (8pm; $3)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Karaoke (9pm; Free)

Nina Repeta Jazz Trio (12pm; $15-$20)

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; (910) 251-1301

Max Levy & The Hawaiian Shirts (4pm; Free; Rock)

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess St.; (910) 362-9666

—TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St.

—Fermental, 7250 Market St.; (910) 821-0362

Sofia Talvik (5pm; Free; Americana)

—Walkerworld Organic Retreat, 435 Blossom Ferry Rd.

Chris James (9pm; Free; Country)

Jarekus Singleton (10pm; Price TBA; Blues) —The Whiskey Bar, 1 S. Front St.

WORDS CAN’T SAY: Sister Hazel take the stage at Cat’s Cradle on Friday, August 7.

Courtesy photo.

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. Cabarrus st., raleigh, nc (919) 821-4111 8/7: Cosmic Charlie 8/8: Breathe Carolina, Feenixpawl and APEK

THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 8/9: Col. Bruce Hampton & The Aquarium Rescue Unit 8/10: Hellyeah

ZIGGY’S 170 W. 9th st., winston-salem, nc (336) 722-5000 8/8: Drowning Delilah 8/11: Summer Slaughter Tour

KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE 8003 Regency pkwy., Cary, NC (919) 462-2052 8/11: Culture Club UPTOWN AMPHITHEATRE 1000 NC MUSIC FACTORY Blvd.., CHARLOTTE (704) 916-8970 8/10: Counting Crows 8/11: Sublime with Rome and Rebelution

NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE NORTH DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 8/7: Shaggy and Friends with Live Band 8/9: Failure + HUM CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN St., CARRBORO, NC 8/6: Nora Jane Struthers, New Reveille 8/7: Sister Hazel 8/8: Body Games, Birds Of Avalon and Sunless 8/9: Beach Slang, Late Bloomer and Totally Slow 8/10: You Blew It!, Sorority Noise and Microwave 8/11: Brick & Mortar and Business People 8/12: Basement, Adventures, LVL UP, and Palehound HOUSE OF BLUES MYRTLE BEACH 4640 Hwy 17 S., Myrtle Beach, SC (843) 272-3000 8/8: Christina Perri 8/10: Your Girlfriend

MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE., durham, NC (919) 901-0875 8/7: Kamasi Washington 8/8: Jay Ro gonna Go Go with Shirlette & Tommy 8/9: The Howlin’ Brothers THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., Charlotte, NC (704) 916-8970 8/7: Christina Perri GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 WEST LEE ST., GREENSBORO, NC (336) 373-7400 8/7: Maze featuring Frankie Beverly with SWV

WALNUT CREEK AMPHITHEATRE 3801 ROCK QUARRY rd., Raleigh, nc (919) 831-6400 8/6: Steely Dan with Elvis Costello and The Imposters 8/8: Lady Antebellum with Hunter Hayes & Sam Hunt

RED HAT AMPHITHEATER 500 SOUTH MCDOWELL ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 996-8800 8/7: The Piano Guys 8/10: Sublime with Rome, Rebelution and more

Satellite Bluegrass Band (6pm; Free)

—Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.;

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arts>>art

FACES AND PLACES:

Larry Hovis and Anne Van Blarcom Kurowski shed new light on MC Erny Gallery The landscape has changed for Hovis, who has lived downtown with his wife since 1978 after he graduated from the pharmacy program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

What others may not know about the retired pharmacist is that before moving to Chapel Hill, he was a student in the fine art program at East Carolina University.

by: JOSEPHINE BUTLER

A

t first glance, Wilmington artists Larry Hovis and Anne Van Blarcom Kurowski couldn’t be more different.

One is a minimally trained, expressionistic painter of landscapes and buildings—the other, a purveyor of mostly fine art portraits. Yet, they both share a deep appreciation for the beauty of our beloved coastal city. Now on display through September 11, the artists have come together to showcase recent work in “Faces and Places” at WHQR’s MC Erny Gallery.

Despite the artists’ different approaches to art, the process begins the same: with a photograph. “I never take a photograph unless I see the painting first,” Kurowski says. Her eye for aesthetic has led her to strangers and photographs in the unlikeliest of places. At Walgreens across from New Hanover Regional Medical Center, she met an employee named Yolanda who inspired her.

“I just saw her and saw something in her,” Kurowski says. The piece, “Yolanda” (12 inches by 9 inches, pastel), features the portrait of a stunning woman with deep brown eyes and plump, rosy cheeks. A leopard-print scarf is neatly wrapped around her long, dark braids.

“For me, it has always been about gratitude,” Kurowski says. “I paint people, I paint animals, and I paint landscapes. I paint in different media. I can’t seem to focus on one passion. The one thing I can come up with is gratitude. I see a person or landscape that deserves to be painted, and I do it.”

Kurowski’s artistic search has produced one of Wilmington’s critically recognized artists. Her fascination with people, environments and objects has been expressed with success in oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. The artist—who received her B.A. and master’s degree in fine art at Montclair State University in New Jersey—has shown work at the Newark Museum, Monmouth Museum, Pittsburgh Center for the Arts and The National Arts Club in New York.

When asked to describe her work, Kurowski best sums it up as “design realism.”

“I paint from photographs, but I don’t enjoy copying,” she clarifies. “I don’t see the point in that. My aesthetic concern is to translate the appearance of my subjects

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PLACES BY HOVIS: Larry Hovis is inspired by the architecture of downtown, as displayed in “The Neighbor’s House,” now hanging at WHQR’s MC Erny Gallery through Sept. 11. Courtesy photo

through my senses and emotions, to make contact with the feelings and perceptions of the viewer.”

When Larry Hovis snaps a photograph of his next subject, his concern is the same. The retired pharmacist is intrigued by the way light affects the rhythm, movement and mood of the old buildings in downtown Wilmington.

Hovis, who cites John Singer Sargent and Edward Hopper as major influences on his work, particularly enjoys capturing the transcendent effect of shadows in his landscapes. One piece that illustrates this is “Shadows On 2nd Street Wall” (16 inches by 20 inches, oil on canvas).

“I paint what I see, but it’s somewhat of an exaggeration of what I see—how I feel it ought be. I’m always surprised by how adding shadows can quickly change the emotion of a painting,” says Hovis, who often chooses homes and buildings to paint based on lighting. But that’s not the only factor.

“I am interested in preservation,” he says.

“My goal at one time was to paint every building in the historic district because I feel like we need to keep a record of these things. . .

The painting of these structures is one way to inspire others to appreciate and understand the importance of our architectural heritage.”

“What inspired me to start painting again was actually an article in the Carolina Alumni Review,” he tells. “The article was about an artist that spent 25 years on Wall Street before picking up painting.”

To Hovis, if this man could find so much joy later in life, so could he. In 2000, he picked up where he left off and started painting again.

“I started out doing acrylics, and I felt like I needed to loosen up, so I went into watercolors,” he explains. “Oil is something that I love because of the texture. I blend my colors right on the canvas.”

The colors are what move visitors seamlessly from one painting to the next in the MC Erny Gallery show. The fleshy tones of Kurowski’s self-portraits and sandy beaches are those of Hovis’ brick façades and pink wooden walls.

Between the two, Kurowski and Hovis have perfectly captured the lazy sun of downtown at dusk and the sweltering heat of a summer afternoon. The people and places of Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach have never been so electric.

DETAILS:

Faces and Places

Featuring work by Anne Van Blarcom Kurowski and Larry Hovis MC Erny Gallery, WHQR 254 N. Front St., #300 Closing reception: Aug. 28, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Hangs through Sept. 11

what’s hanging around the port city

galleryguide Artfuel.inc

2165 Wrightsville Ave. Mon.-Sat., noon-7 p.m. www.artfuelinc.com • (910) 343 5233 Artfuel is pleased to host Vol. 41, featuring Candy Pegram, Aaron Collier, Eli Thompson, Brian Mergenthaler, and Sarah Collier. Show hangs for eight weeks.

ArtExposure!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC 910-803-0302 • 910-330-4077 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or by appt.) www.artexposure50.com “Artist’s Choice” opening reception on August 14th from 6-8 p.m. Along with our featured artists, we will pay tribute to Lynn Padgett, a regional watercolorist who passed away this year. There will be raffles and live music. All proceeds from the raffles will go directly into the Lynn Padgett Memorial fund.

In September there will be another 2nd Saturday “Art in Action” featuring artists working and a live model. Art in Action starts at 11 a.m. with

a walk-in mixed media class for $35. The live model with begin posing at noon. The public is invited to participate. (Bring your own supplies).

A tip jar for the model will be provided.

New Elements Gallery

201 Princess St. (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11am - 6pm (or by appt.) www.newelementsgallery.com “In Your Backyard” features two highly esteemed artists, Betty Brown and Vicki Gates.

Brown depicts landscapes inspired by the Carolinas and Europe. Gates creates lush, Low Country scenes with pastels. Both artists elevate familiar landscapes as they spotlight the places we are proud to call home. Meet with the artists during our opening receptio, held in conjunction with downtown Wilmington’s Fourth Friday Gallery Night. “In Your Backyard” will remain on view until August 22.

River to Sea Gallery

225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf (free parking) (910)-763-3380

Tues.-Sat. 11am-5pm; Sun. 1-4pm River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show will enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry. “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures.

SUNSET RIVER Marketplace

10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 • Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.sunsetrivermarketplace.com In the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, over 10,000-plus square feet of fine arts is showcased. Clay art and pottery; oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media, pastels and acrylics; plus award-winning metalworks, wood pieces, handblown glass, fiber art, artisan-made jewelry and more. Sunset River Marketplace has become a popular destination for visitors, a gathering place

for artists and a center of the community, thanks to its onsite pottery studio, complete with two kilns; a custom master framing department; and art classrooms for workshops and ongoing instruction.

WILMA W. DANIELS GALLERY

200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first level Tues.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm; Sat., noon-5:30pm 910-362-7431 Wilma W. Daniels Gallery is pleased to present “Recent Works by Dallas Thomas.” Thomas’s work is heavily influenced by nonspecific tribal ceremonies and rituals from all over the world, as well as the Bay Area Figurative Movement of the ‘50s and ‘60s. He experiments in wet and dry media, in both small and large scale paintings and drawings. His style is characterized by purposeful mark making and an economy of lines. Thomas cites hip-hop culture as a lifelong influence on his art and credits it for his more aggressive mark making and sense of energy.

Admission is free and open to the public; complimentary refreshments are provided.

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arts>>film

reel to reel

CHASM OF DEPRAVITY:

films this week cinematique

‘Pixels’ is dreadful, uninspired

N

Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.

by: ANGHUS

$8-$10 • www.thalianhall.org

Aug. 5-7, 7pm; Aug. 5, also 4pm, at Ruth and Bucky Stein Theatre: “Testament of Youth”—A powerful story of love, war, and remembrance, based on the First World War memoir by Vera Brit-

ostalgia. So many of our big-budget blockbusters are built on a foundation of the familiar. They’re adapted from the comic books we read as kids or based on the toys with which we played.

Our memories have been strip-mined by Hollywood to create a new generation of movies that attempt to manipulate us by taking us on a guided tour of fond childhood memories. It’s fan service, delivered in warm, cozy, two-hour increments that lull us into a false sense of security, back in a time when we were too stupid to know what a bad movie was.

What amazed me is how unsurprising a disaster “Pixels” is. I have high expectations for some movies and woefully low ones for others. Adam Sandler movies make “woefully low” feel like an aspiration. Brutalizing Adam Sandler films is hardly the sport of kings. It’s an overbooked bandwagon with everyone fighting for a seat.

I used to like Adam Sandler, a lot. I loved him on “Saturday Night Live.” I owned all his comedy albums and could easily recite half of the bits verbatim: “Toll Booth Willie” … “Piece of Shit Car” ... “They’re All Going to Laugh at You!” Adam Sandler once was ridiculous and hysterical. His first few cinematic efforts were his most ludicrous, yet his best. He’s never topped the one-two punch of “Billy Madison” and “Happy Gilmore.”

At some point in his career, Sandler figured out that playing it safe was the recipe for box-office success. Middle-of-the-road, inoffensive comedies like “50 First Dates” and “The Wedding Singer” soon became bland garbage like “Grown Ups” and “Blended.” Simply put, an Adam Sandler movie is a pretty miserable experience and “Pixels” might be the worst of them.

This is a movie about a bunch of middleaged video-game nerds who have to save the world from an alien invasion of pixelated invaders, emulating arcade icons like Pac Man and Centipede. It’s an attempt at nostalgia in the most inorganic way possible.

The movie hopes to tug on the quarter-filled pockets of our youth for a comedic adventure to save the world. The only thing it tugged on was my bile duct.

There’s just so much wrong with “Pixels.”

The plot itself is kind of interesting, but it has to be shaped into the Adam Sandler mold.

That means every character has to be a

OLD-SCHOOL DESIGN: Old arcade games get a 3D redesign, which is fascinating to look at in ‘Pixels.’ Courtesy photo

perpetual manchild, looking to find his way in a world of adults. This is a world where Kevin James (“Paul Blart: Mall Cop”) gets to play the President of the United States.

I can suspend my disbelief when dealing with video-game characters invading earth, but a world where Paul Blart is Commander in Chief—there ain’t enough disbelief on this planet.

And it’s not just that “Pixels” is bad; bad is something I can deal with and even enjoy from time to time. These movies are a chasm of depravity that sucks in talented people and turns them toxic. I take no issue with seeing Adam Sandler and Kevin James in a terrible movie, but they had to go and drag real talents like Peter Dinklage and Josh Gad into this maggot-infested trash.

“Pixels” was based on a clever, little short film that hit the Internet a few years back. The entire idea was perfectly executed in the span of 5 minutes. I don’t think Spielberg himself could have spun gold from this small haystack. However, I can’t fathom anyone making a worse version of this concept. The acting is dreadful. Even Sandler seems uninspired, stumbling through every scene with a perpetual scowl, barely able to generate enough energy to seem like he cares about the project he’s currently starring. There’s been a lot of clever online ideas that Hollywood has adapted into feature films. Unfortunately, these tiny premises aren’t strong enough to carry an entire movie.

I could have forgiven every stupid flaw in this movie if it had been funny. It’s not

like “Happy Gilmore” or “Billy Madison” are brimming with rapier wit. There isn’t a joke in this movie that sticks the landing. All of them hit the ground with a deflating thud.

God bless Josh Gad—he tries to inject life into this movie with the manic energy of a coke fiend who can only score another hit if he achieves operatic levels of volume. The only redeeming thing about the film is some inspired design in bringing the old arcade games into the third dimension. It’s a damn dirty shame that it couldn’t have been done in a more redeemable movie.

DETAILS: Pixels

No stars out of 5 Starring: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Michelle Monaghan, Peter Dinklage, Josh Gad Directed by: Chris Columbus Rating: PG-13

tain, starring Kit Harington (“Game Of Thrones”) and Alicia Vikander (“Ex Machina”). Brittain’s novel has become the classic testimony for WWI from a woman’s point of view. This adaptation presents the searing journey from youthful hopes and dreams to the edge of despair and back again. (PG-13, 2 hours 9 minutes)

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COURTROOM THEATRE:

Opera House brings Fosse’s famed ‘Chicago’ to stage this week

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by: Shea Carver

omewhere between celebrity and criminality are big lights and bright stars in the 1920’s Broadway musical, “Chicago.” The Bob Fosse, Fred Ebb and John Kander show brings the prohibition era of Chicago’s murderesses, Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart, to light. They dance and sing their way through the cell block, media headlines and courtroom trials to freedom—but, more importantly, to stardom.

The musical is based on the 1926 play written by Chicago Tribune reporter Maurine Dallas Watkins. Watkins covered high-profile homocides during the time, specifically of female criminals, including Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner. Each killed their husbands but were acquitted.

A cabaret singer, Gaertner became the loose basis for Velma Kelly, while Annan was the model for Roxie Hart. In fact, much of Annan’s deposition from her trials became dialogue for Roxie in the show.

“The courtroom is the theatre, and people like courtoom drama,” Ray Kennedy says. Kennedy will direct the Opera House Theatre Company production, which opens Wednesday, August 5. It’s his second time directing the show for the company. “Some of the best theatre is based on true stories (“Gypsy,” “A Chorus Line”),” Kennedy continues.

He’s approaching the show this time around with more emphasis on Bob Fosse’s original intention of playing up the vaudeville style. Plus, many of his characters in “Chicago” are based on real vaudeville characters. He has cast John Perkinson as the ring leader, so to speak, the leading announcer of all the acts, or scenes, in the show. “Costumes and light tell the audience when we are fantasy/ vaudeville and real time,” Kennedy explains. “The musical numbers are fantasy and part of ‘musical vaudeville.’”

Selina Harvey is in charge of costumes—fringe included—while Terry Collins has designed scenery as a one-unit set. It’s appropriate for Lorene Welsh’s orchestra, which will be scattered all across the stage.

As well, Kennedy has called the help of Jason Aycock as co-choreographer, and has utilized the help of ensemble cast members Blaine Mower and David Lou-

ALL THAT JAZZ: Kendra Goerhing-Garrett as Roxie Hart and Anne Hawthorne as Velma Kelly in ‘Chicago.’ Photos by Eric Maasch

dermilk to help refine moves as needed.

“This has been the most collaborative choreographic process of a show I have ever been a part of,” Kennedy notes.

Perhaps one of the most exciting parts of directing “Chicago” has come with casting Broadway dancer Anne Hawthorne as Velma. “Her knowledge of the style is shaped by the very dancers that worked one-onone with Fosse himself,” Kennedy excites.

“Fosse-style is so intricate and specific,” Hawthorne says. “It’s wonderful to get all the nuances—it is tough on the body though!”

Hawthorne grew up in Wilmington and studied ballet before transitioning into theatre and working with Opera House.

She moved to New York to pursue Broadway, and worked Ben Vereen, Ann Reinking and Bebe Neuwirth on the production of “Fosse,” a musical revue of all of Bob Fosse’s music.

“Ben Vereen was such a giving man, and he shared stories of Bob with us and why he did what he did on any given number,” Hawthorne tells. “Bob Fosse was like no other—an amazing dancer—but he used his weaknesses to create his style that will hopefully live on forever. It’s wonderful to be able to share the elements of style with this cast. They are all so wonderfully receptive.”

Kendra Goehring-Garrett will play Rox-

ie Hart. “Watching Kendra do the ‘Roxie’ monologue [has been astounding,]” Kennedy says. “She brings such naked emotion.”

taxing. Yet, the fabulous choreography of the finale provides the sister act to top all sister acts.

Filling out the cast is Jeff Phillips as Billy Flynn, Anthony David Lawson as Amos Hart (“Anthony breaks your heart in ‘Mr. Cellophane,’” Kennedy says), Michelle Braxton as Mama Morton, and Julianna Dickson as Mary Sunshine. Also based on Watkins’ reports of the inmates at the Cook County Jail comes the Merry Murderesses, featuring Heather Setzler, Samantha Mifsud, Stephanie Tucker, Brooklyne Williamson, and Caitlin Becka.

“Watching six women create such interesting characters in ‘Cell Block Tango’ has been great,” Kennedy adds.

“My character is right where she wanted to be—onstage,” Hawthorne tells. “Velma is a character that has made a way for herself and has seen a lot; she just wants to have the life she had before, but with better perks—which she thinks she deserves because of the sensationalized media. . . . As strong as she is, she still has a vulnerable side and that is always appealing to touch on with any character.”

Hawthorne’s fave number is the finale, “Nowadays,” with Goehring-Garrett.

Though she started out on the stage, Hawthorne had transitioned into film work (“Dark Hearts,” “Heart of the Country,” “Hollywood Wives”), so getting back into the throes of song and dance has been

DETAILS: Chicago

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SMART DRAMEDY:

Stoppard’s ‘The Real Thing’ opens at Red Barn on Thursday

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by: Shea Carver

nfidelity and romance, intellectualism and anti-intellectualism, creativity and advocacy, honesty and deception—they’re heavy-hitting themes that make up Tom Stoppard’s “The Real Thing,” which opens at Red Barn Studio Theatre this weekend. The play debuted in 1982 (even starring Glen Close in the role of Annie at one point), and since it has been lauded by audiences and critics alike. It scored the Drama Desk and Tony awards twice, for its initial debut and revival in 2000, plus the NY Drama Critics Circle and Evening Standard awards.

A play within a play, the show follows four main characters, Charlotte and Henry and Max and Annie. Henry’s a playwright who has cast his wife in one of the lead roles within his latest work, alongside their mutual friend, Max, who’s married to Annie. Annie’s an actress, as well as a staunch activist who fights for the rights of Brodie, a gentleman arrested for setting fire to the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior. In a twist of fate, which incites greater inquisitions into the social conventions of monogamy, infidelities take place and couples break up, only to reveal a commonality we all ask of the human condition: What is love?

“It’s a very realistic piece,” director Robb Mann says. “It’s a universal theme that applies just as much now as when it was first written. And there is some truly beautiful language in it.”

Though Mann’s familiar with Stoppard’s work (“Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead,” “Arcadia”), he hadn’t read or seen “The Real Thing” until the call from Thalian Association was put out for a director for the show. He immediately connected with Stoppard’s ability to be realistic yet funny without being absurd. “The Real Thing” lobs smart humor against intense action to grasp the attention of audiences.

“It’s a mix of drama and comedy,” Mann says. “Almost all of the comedy comes from dialogue and reactions, as opposed to say a more physical or exaggerated style. . . . The show is about love, and what separates mere attraction from ‘the real thing.’ Hopefully, this will resonate with an audience, causing some self-examination in regards to beliefs.”

The language of the play is potent and the actors are sticking to British accents to flesh out the setting in London 1982. With set design constructed by Ben Fancy, along with props overseen by Michael O’Connell, the

intimate space of Red Barn has to transform into upward of seven locations. Mann will differentiate them by furniture layout and lighting, overseen by Lance Howell. “The set is somewhat abstract,” Mann says. “The idea being that the actors are the focal point.”

The show features Josh Bailey as Max, Amanda Young as Charlotte, Bradley Coxe as Henry, Maggie Miller as Annie, Olivia Arokiasamy as Debbie, and Zeb Mims as Brodie. Though there was an impressive turnout for auditions, Mann focused on individuals who brought the most honesty to their portrayals. “They’re more like real people than characters on a stage,” he says of each role. “Like real people, there are moments of humor as well as pathos, indifference and excitement.”

“I feel twice as funny and five times as smart every time I let [Henry] talk,” Coxe says. “Even on small throwaway lines, his words sound so much better than any combination I come up with to express the same thought.”

Henry—who’s a bit contradicting between belief and action—evolves through much of the show. Stoppard, in fact, mirrored some of this character at the time of the play’s debut. During the show, he left his wife, Miriam, for actress Felicity Kendal who was playing Annie.

“I’ve always known I would play Annie one day,” Miller says. “And I’ve had a love/hate relationship with that thought. I think I was initially most intimidated by the number of scenes, lines and quick changes. Honestly, there is a lot I don’t like about Annie. She is very different from me. Initially, I was a little disgusted by her—judgemental. As I continued to dig deeper, I’ve grown to respect her— even admire her in some ways.”

The subtext of character is where most actors become drawn to Stoppard’s world.

Yet, he not only requires extra thinking from actors, he demands the audience think through the work, too. Simplicity is not inherent in the text; each character comes with a bevy of interpretations.

“To say that Charlotte is a strong, independent woman is an understatement,” Young notes. “I admire her quick wit immensely, as well as the fact that she isn’t afraid to say exactly what she wants. I would imagine she would seem intimidating or worse to some, but I am learning how to be fearless with language. . . . Simply reading her words on the page, it’s obvious that she could go many different directions, some of which may

After sitting through intense table-reads and moving to blocking and dress rehearsals, the pieces are falling into place for the show’s Thursday-night opening. Mann not only promises it “an actor’s dream,” but a top pick for anyone who loves good theatre. “’The Real Thing’ is fresh and different, but with an immediate feeling of being truthful,” Bailey agrees.

“Even 30 years later, it feels immediate and important in a way that many other texts might not. It doesn’t age— or, perhaps, it ages incredibly well.”

REAL PEOPLE, REAL MOMENTS: Josh Bailey, Maggie Miller, Bradley Coxe, and Amanda Young in ‘The Real Thing.’ Courtesy photo.

convey her as mean, manipulative or bitter. Robb has been a huge help for me in finding the moments in which Charlotte is really funny—not just biting.”

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OVER-THE-TOP SOUTHERN:

Despite funny moments, ‘The Miss Firecracker Contest’ loses its sizzle in second act Auten’s Popeye is the perfect foil to Jaimie Harwood’s Carnelle Scott. Harwood has a zippy pep in her step and copious amounts of zingy energy. Her chemistry with Auten gels without hesitation. In some ways Harwood and Auten seem to be flip sides of the coin of another well-known character from the South: Daryl Hannah’s Annelle from “Steel Magnolias.”

Auten makes a perfect shy and reserved Annelle, while Harwood plays a more flamboyant, wild child of the same character. To be fair, Henley wrote “The Miss Firecracker Contest” way before “Steel Magnolias.” Yet, these two roles could intertwine easily and become one from the 1989 film.

by: Shea Carver

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hen it comes to proving her worth, Carnelle Scott thinks winning Brookhaven, Mississippi’s annual Fourth of July beauty pageant, the Miss Firecracker Contest, will be her ticket to greater self-confidence. Working against her questionable, permiscuous reputation, which crowned her “Miss Hot Tamale” by Brookhaven’s citizens, Carnelle’s practicing her “tap” dance routine to The Star-Spangled Banner as the show opens in her somewhat bleak and dreary home. Reared by her Aunt Ronnelle—who passed away from cancer after receiving a pituatary gland transplant from a monkey—Carnelle is in the midst of having her costume for the pageant made by Popeye Jackson, Brookhaven’s newest seamstress. In barges Carnelle’s cousins, Elain and Delmount, who are undergoing their own mid-life crises to help get the over-the-top action going in this Beth Henley comedy.

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“The Miss Firecracker Contest” certainly has all the standards seemingly rampant in Southern comedies: long, drawn-out enunciation of language, colloquialisms galore, caricature-like roles, excessive arguments, and massive amounst of quirk. The latter works in its favor, starting with Popeye Jackson, played by Susan Auten.

Auten is such an amazing talent. She’s traversed the land of scripts locally, from doing Shakespeare to conceiving “Baring It,” an original pool of one-acts that paid homage to the creative struggles of local artists. As an actress, Auten understands nuance and subtlety—which makes her a standout in Southern comedy. It’s one of my biggest quips with any Southern medium, whether literature, theatre or film: Everything’s loud and in-your-face—from dialogue to clothes to decor and beyond.

Though Auten certainly opens the show with the most interesting of dresses (I actually loved it), she plays Popeye with a heavy dose of reserve. She has more of the Type B personality that sits on the sidelines and takes in her surroundings with careful aplomb. I love her sense of peculiarity in this role; she masters awkward social situations and interactions that feel authentic.

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Auten and Harwood carry the show. Each time they’re onstage together and separately, they’re the ones who manage to naturally draw most interest—at least when they’re not fighting against a very loud and gregarious Delmount Williams, played by Eddie Waters. Delmount is a troubled character, who’s coming out of a mental institution where he was sent to serve time instead of jail. Waters’ portrayal of Delmount is all-consuming. He’s very loud—and I mean loud—aggressive and comes off as a bit evil. Most dialogue he “speaks” is actually a scream. I told my theatre companion at intermission that if the play gets wrapped up in roses instead of taking a sordid turn, I would be disappointed. Mainly, Waters’ maniacal approach to Delmount felt fundamentally malevolent rather than merely sour and jaded from life’s misgivings. I would have liked Waters’ portrayal immensely had the show turned dark. But it didn’t, and in the second act, despite a tad more hellraising, Delmount rises as a more at-ease guy. It’s so far-fetched from the guy in Act I and therefore didn’t seem believable.

Amber Sheets makes a perfect Elain Rutledge—haughty but still tied to her roots in some form or fashion, even if it is from the shallowness of vanity. Sheets has all the makings of the Southern belle who had the most friends, the most suitors and the most attention in youth, and goes on to marry the man with the most money in order to live a life beyond the smalltown ass-backwardness of Brookhaven.

Her range of voice immediately goes up a

few octaves upon any incredulous remark against her, as if saying, “What? Me?!”

Yet, still, there’s something I like about her. No matter her ostentatious shortcomings, she still loves her family, even if to serve her ego in some twisted way.

The set design of “The Miss Firecracker Contest” really astounds in Act II. In fact, it may be one of the best transformations I’ve seen Big Dawg ever take on in their small Cape Fear Playhouse theatre. The home of Carnelle turns into the outdoor Fourth of July Festival—a behind-the -scenes look, complete with circus-like awnings and a dressing room. The only downfall of this act is not seeing Carnelle actually perform in the beauty pageant.

So much of Act I focuses on her desire to win, to prove to others that she’s changed and is a good person—because, clearly, winning a beauty contest does this for women. We as the audience need to see the culmination of this. We want to see everything she’s worked for either go off swimmingly or go down in flames.

A fundamental problem I have with this play, which is no fault of our local actors, director or theatre company, is the writing of this show. So much dialogue is redundant; we hear so many times that Aunt Ronelle was mean, and Carnelle was the town tramp, and Elain was the town golden child, and Delmount was the womanizing hellion, that it becomes rather boring. My main quip: Why are we still watching scripts about women who have to be validated as pretty to find worth in their actions—good and bad and all things between? As funny as it is to watch Southerners act like buffoons in so many scenarios—and, face it, a beauty contest may be one of the best situations—I can’t say “The Miss Firecracker Contest” does it for me. Now, if Beth Henley wants to write an entire play based on Popeye Jackson— well, I am much more inclined to watch about her life. That’s where the story’s depth is—at least in my opinion.

DETAILS:

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American 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 awardwinning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sunday April - October.

Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500.

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Blue surf cafÉ

Sophisticated Food…Casual Style. We offer a menu that has a heavy California surf culture influence while still retaining our Carolina roots. We provide a delicate balance of flavors and freshness in a comfortable and inviting setting. We offer a unique breakfast menu until noon daily, including specialty waffles, skillet hashes and unique breakfast sandwiches. Our lunch menu is packed with a wide variety of options, from house roasted pulled pork, to our mahi sandwich and customer favorite, meatloaf sandwich.

Our dinner features a special each night along with our favorite house entrees: Braised Beef Brisket, Mojo Pork and Mahi. All of our entrees are as delicious as they are inventive.

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buffalo wild wings

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elijah's

Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets.

As a Casual American Grill and Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be.

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eternal sunshine cafÉ

Wilmington’s new unique restaurant, Eternal Sunshine Café, is conveniently located between downtown and Wrightsville Beach, also close to UNCW. It is a great spot to savor a gourmet breakfast, like cinna-swirl pancakes with coffee cream cheese syrup or a southwest benedict with chipotle hollandaise on a made from scratch biscuit. The lunch menu is filled with fresh delectable salads, sandwiches on house

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■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: MondayWednesday 7-2, Thursday-Friday 6:30-2, Saturday 7-2, Sunday 8-2 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.eternalsunshinecafe.com

Halligan's pub

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drinks lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches (Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink. Enjoy two locatons: 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd., and 1900 Eastwood Rd. in Lumina Station.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 Days a Week Monday-Wednesday 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Masonboro Loop & Lumina Station

■ FEATURING: The Best Reuben in Town! $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio ■ WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.com

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 that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too!

Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. - Mon. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tues.- Fri.: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sat.: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs 11am - Midnight, Fri & Sat 11am - 1am, Sunday Noon Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Ogden ■ FEATURING: Live Team Trivia Tues 7:30-9:30pm ■ MUSIC: Every Thursday 8 - 10pm ■ WEBSITE: www.ogdentaproom.com

pine valley market

Holiday Inn Resort

Oceans Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. 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. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

HOPS SUPPLY CO.

the trolly stop

The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867.

■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com

The little dipper

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

■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; Seasonal hours are open 7 days a week, Memorial Day through October ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; "Date night menu," $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mondays and Memorial Day-October, 7-9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

Ogden Tap Room

Wilmington’s go to Southern Gastro-Pub. With a menu featuring some southeast favorites and a few from the bayou. Ogden Tap Room offers a selection the whole family will enjoy. With 40 beers on tap from around the world, The O Tap is a Craft Beer Enthusiast dream come true. Ogden Tap Room also has a great wine selection as well as a full bar featuring the areas largest Bourbon selection. You are sure to leave Ogden Tap Room a happy camper.

■ Neighboorhood: Mayfaire ■ Featuring: Authentic Thai Cuisine ■ Website: www.bigthainc.com

indochine restaurant & Lounge

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

Chinese dishes, a plethora of curries to Pad Thai, hibachi and teriyaki dishes, and more. Come give us a try where you will find nothing in the freezer but the ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday. Located at 4102 Market Street, (910) 332-3302.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thu: 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 9:30pm or Fri - Sat, 11am - 3pm and 5pm - 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: An array of Asian cuisines, from Japanese to Chinese, Thai and more.

southern thai

Our menu is centered around authentic Thai cuisine and features traditional dishes as well as chef-inspired dishes.

We always deliver authentic Thai cuisine mixed with southern hospitality. Thailand can be culturally divided into 4 main regions: North, North Central, Central & South. The diverse topography and cultures lend their way to creating unique cuisines in each region. Meals are prepared by all generations coming together in the kitchen. Recipes are passed on this way through the generations so that the food you are tasting today is influenced by the knowledge of the past.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Thur 11am to 3pm and 4:30 to 9:30pm; Fri 11am to 3pm and 4:30 to 10pm; Sat 12 to 10pm; Closed Sunday ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Authentic Thai Cuisine ■ WEBSITE: www.southernthairestaurant.com

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a five-store franchise in Southeastern North Carolina. Since 1976 they have specialized in storemade chili, slaw and various sauces. As of more recently, select locations (Fountain Dr. and Southport) have started selling genuine burgers and cheese steaks (Beef & Chicken).

Our types of hotdogs include beef & Pork (Trolly Dog), allbeef (Sabrett), pork smoked sausage, Fat Free (Turkey) & Veggie. Recognized as having the Best Hot Dog in the Best of Wilmington Awards in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Call Individual Stores for hours of operation or Look at our website trollystophotdogs.com Catering available, now a large portion of our business. Call Rick at 297-8416 for catering and franchise information.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921

Southport (910) 457-7017 Fountain Dr. (910) 452-3952 Boone, NC (828) 265-2658 Chapel Hill, NC (919) 240-4206 - COMING SOON! ■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

Asian Big Thai II

From the minute you walk through the door to the wonderful selection of authentic Thai cuisine, Big Thai II offers you a tranquil and charming atmosphere - perfect start to a memorable dinner. For the lunchtime crowd, the luncheon specials provide a great opportunity to get away. The menu is filled with carefully prepared dishes such as Pad Thai (Chicken, Beef, Pork or Tofu pan-fried rice noodles with eggs, peanuts, bean sprouts, carrots, and chives in a sweet and savory sauce) and Masaman Curry (The mildest of all curries, this peanut base curry is creamy and delicious with potatoes, cashew nuts and creamy avocado). But you shouldn’t rush into a main entrée right away! You will be missing out on a deliciously appetizing Thai favorite, Nam Sod (Ground Pork blended with fresh chili, green onion, ginger and peanuts).

And be sure to save room for a piece of their fabulous Coconut Cake! A trip to Big Thai II is an experience that you’ll never forget. If the fast and friendly service doesn’t keep you coming back, the great food will! 1319 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-6588 ■ Serving Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 a.m. -.2:30 p.m.

■ Serving Dinner: Mon-Thur 5 p.m. -.9:30 p.m.; Friday 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday 4 p.m. -.10 p.m.; Sunday 4 p.m. -.9:30 p.m.

szechuan 132

kabuki korean cafÉ and sushi

Family-owned and operated, Kabuki Korean Café and Sushi is Wilmington’s only authentic Korean restaurant, freshly renovated and boasting a brand new menu! They feature delectable Korean BBQ, and are best known for traditional items like their bibimbop and bulgogi. But they also feature a large variety of Asian cuisine, from fresh sushi to fried rice to teriyaki dishes, dumplings, edamame and more. Open daily, Kabuki welcomes diners for lunch from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and dinner 4:30 to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Stop by Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 10 p.m. 4102 Oleander Drive, Suite 2, at the corner of 41st Street, behind the Hess gas station. 910-350-3332.

Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City.

Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

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From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed. Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30

Mon-Fri, 11am-2:30pm; Sat-Sun, noon-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Oleander Drive.

■ FEATURING: Wilmington’s only authentic Korean restaurant!

KYOTO ASIAN GRILLE

Kyoto Asian Grille specializes in crafting mouth-watering food and providing superb customer service. We serve a plethora of Asian cuisines, from Chinese to Japanese to Thai, and have an unwavering commitment to flavor. All of our ingredients are fresh, cooked to order, with artistic culinary flair. We also serve everything from sushi to traditional

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

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a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ WEBSITE: www.ThaiSpiceWilmington.com

yosake downtown sushi lounge

Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger.

Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week @ 5PM; Sun-Wed until 10pm, Thurs until 11pm, Fri & Sat until Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees.

Wednesday 80S NIGHT - 80s music and menu prices.

Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com - @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.

Dinner Theatre theatrenow

TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events. Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a the-

atre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street 910.399.3NOW (3669).

Hours vary.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington and Greater Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, and more ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

gREEK The greeks

The Greeks is a two-store (going on three), family-ownedand-operated Greek restaurant. Since 2011 Chef Georgios Papanikolaou and his family have been giving unwavering attention to detail to their food, which represents Greek culture. The chef picks fresh local produce and proteins on a daily basis. The spices and herbs are imported from Greece, where they are picked wild from the mountains, sealed and then transported here. The family keeps their Greek roots close to their heart; with each dish they are recreating exactly the same flavors that a person will experience should they be in Greece. With a plethora of recipes to choose from and the best gyro in town, the family hopes to expand without compromising an iota of the experience.

124 Princess St.; 910-343-6933 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday 10:00AM to 3:00PM Tuesday-Sunday 10:00AM to 9:00PM ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown and Monkey Junction ■ WEBSITE/SOCIAL MEDIA: www.the-greeks.com or www. facebook.com/thegreeksnc

Healthy Clean Eatz CafÉ

This café is your one stop shop to start living a healthy lifestyle. Everything on the menu is under 500 calories and 10

grams of fat unless you order otherwise. The café offers dine in, carryout, or get an entire weeks worth of meals by signing up for our weekly prepackaged meal service. We also do customized food prep to fit anyone's diet needs.

Stop by Clean Eatz today to start a new you. You only have one life, Make it count!

Lifestyle tip: Resolutions usually fail due to the stress we put on ourselves to change so quickly. Make simple changes one by one. We didn’t get where we are at overnight. Baby lifestyle steps: Eliminate fried foods, drive thrus, alcohol, or sugar first. Add a new goal each week. You got this! 203 Racine drive,Wilmington NC 28403. (910) 452-3733.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday- Friday: 11-7, Saturday: 11-3 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.cleaneatz.net

Indian kabob and grill

Welcome to Kabob and Grill, downtown Wilmington's only fine Indian restaurant. Located on Water Street, overlooking the Cape Fear River, Kabob and Grill innovatesexotic flavors of Indian kabobs and curries. Kabobs are baked to perfection in our "tandoor" clay oven fresh, daily. We take pride in offering a great selection of vegetarian entrees made with healthy spices, vegetables and herbs. We also serve vegan and gluten-free items, all aromatic and full of flavor. Our professional chef ensures our lavash and extensive menu appeals to all palates, whether choosing vegetarian, chicken, lamb, goat, or seafood. Our dining area is modern and upscale, yet steeped in Indian tradition. We have a full-service bar and are open seven days a week. We do take-out, delivery and welcome private parties. Live music and dance every Saturday. Please, check our website or facebook page for more information. www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com - 5 S. Water Street, (910) 833-5262.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch Sunday through Saturday 11am-3pm. Dinner Sunday through Thursday 5-10pm, Friday & Saturday 5-10:30pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Innovative Indian recipes, made fresh daily.

■ WEBSITE: www.kabobandgrilldowntown.com

tandoori bites

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices.

Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffronflavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 7944540.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11-2:30 pm (Lunch Buffet) & 5-10 pm (Dinner), Sat. - Sun. 11:30 -3:00 pm (Lunch) & 5-10 pm (Dinner) ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet ■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net

Italian 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 menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16 oz. Marinated Rib Eye Steak. Romanelli’s offers patio dining and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.- Thurs. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South/Leland ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials ■ WEBSITE: www.RomanellisRestaurant.com

Fat Tony’s Italian Pub

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique family-friendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Veal Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parmigiana, USDA Prime Sirloin, and award-winning NY style hand-tossed pizzas, Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Their appetizers range from Blue Crab Dip to Grilled Pizzas to Lollipop Lamb Chops.

Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of microbrews included in their 27-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have a wide selection of bottled beers, a revamped wine list, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s offers lunch specials until 3pm Monday through Friday and a 10% discount to students and faculty at CFCC. They have two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, excellent service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. Find The Flavor…..Craft Beer, Craft Pizza!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Thursday 11 am10 pm; Friday-Saturday 11 am-Midnight; Sunday Noon10 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

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. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

a taste of italy

Looking for authentic Italian cuisine in the Port City? Look no further than A Taste of Italy Deli. Brothers, Tommy and Chris Guarino, and partner Craig Berner, have been serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner to local and visiting diners for twenty years. The recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, and after one bite you feel like you’re in your mamas' kitchen. Along with the hot and cold lunch menu, they also carry a large variety of deli sides and madefrom-scratch desserts. Or, if you’re looking to get creative in your own kitchen, A Taste of Italy carries a wide selection of imported groceries, from pasta to olive oils, and everything in between. And last but certainly not least, allow them to help you make any occasion become a delicious Italian experience with their catering or call ahead ordering.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 8:00am8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am-7:00pm, Sunday 11:00am6:00pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com ■ FEATURING: Sclafani goods, Polly-O cheese, Ferrara Torrone and much, much more!

Jamaican JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from

UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone. This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00) and $6.99 Student meal. Catering options are available.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8:00pm. Monday - Closed.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road #24 ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

Latin American CEVICHE'S

Come enjoy the tropical flavors of Panama and Central America...from our fresh fish to our handmade empanadas, traditional arroz con pollo to fresh inspired salads, We hope you will be transported to simpler time with warm, friendly service, and festive vibe. Large selection of beer and wine, including red and white sangria, tropical mimosas, drink specials daily. Just before the bridge at Wrightsville Beach. 7210 Wrightsville Ave. (910) 256-3131.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Sun 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ WEBSITE: www.wbceviche.com

san juan CafÉ

Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue.

910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon - Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and from 5-10 p.m. Closed Sunday.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Nightly specials ■ WEBSITE: www.sanjuancafenc.com

Mexican la costa mexican restaurant

With three locations to serve Wilmingtonians, La Costa is open daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m with lunch specials. Their full dinner menu (from 3 p.m. on) offers the best in Mexican cuisine across the city. From top-sellers, like fajitas, quesadillas and burritos, to chef's specialty items, like molcajete or borrego, a taste of familiar and exotic can be enjoyed. All of La Costa's pico de gallo, guacamole, salsas, chile-chipotle, enchilada and burrito sauces are made in house daily. Add to it a 16-ounce margarita, which is only $4.25 on Mondays and Tuesdays at all locations, and every meal is complete.

Serving the Port City since1996, folks can dine indoors at the Oleander and both Market Street locations, or dine alfresco at both Market Street locations. 3617 Market St.; 8024 Unit 1 Market St.; 5622 Oleander Dr. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs until 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. until 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown and Ogden ■ WEBSITE: www.lacostamexicanrestauranwilmington.com

San Felipe Mexican Restaurant

At San Felipe, we pride ourselves in offering the best Mexican cuisine combined with a Mexican inspired dining experience that will instill a sense of “familia” with our patrons.

Ditch the regular fare and try one of our Mexican inspired favorites such as our sizzling Certified Angus Beef Fajitas or our Carolina Chimichanga. Visit any of our 10 North Carolina locations to see for yourself and while your at it, try one of our delicious Margaritas! See you soon Amigos!

Independence Mall, 3522 Oleander Dr - Wilmington, NC (910) 791-9277 and 1114 New Pointe Blvd - Leland, NC (910) 371-1188.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington, Leland & Southport ■ WEBSITE: www.sanfelipenc.com

Organic lovey's natural foods & cafÉ

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city! With 4 bars featuring hot dishes & salads, a sandwich station, sushi station, and pizza station, you are apt to satisfy everyone in your group. All of the ingredients are free of any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives so food is fresh and flavorful from farm, ranch, or dock to your fork! Dine in the cafe or carry out. On any given day the selection offers an array of organic, local, vegan/vegetarian, and healthy options. Voted Best Salads by encore readers.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. Monday - Sunday. 8am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Seasonal, healthy, organic, vegan/vegetarian ■ WEBSITE: www.wholefoodsmarket.com

whole foods market

Whole Foods Market offers one of the most expansive freshly prepared foods options in the city! With 4 bars featuring hot dishes & salads, a sandwich station, sushi station, and pizza station, you are apt to satisfy everyone in your group. All of the ingredients are free of any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives so food is fresh and flavorful from farm, ranch, or dock to your fork! Dine in the cafe or carry out. On any given day the selection offers an array of organic, local, vegan/vegetarian, and healthy options. Voted Best Salads by encore readers.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week. Monday - Sunday. 8am - 9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Seasonal, healthy, organic, vegan/vegetarian ■ WEBSITE: www.wholefoodsmarket.com

Seafood catch

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina.

Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010.

Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List ■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com

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 comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

(910) 762-2827.

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7324 Market Street • 910-821-8185 OPEN DAILY at 11am for Lunch & Dinner

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront

oceanic

SHUCKIN' SHACK

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 events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH:

Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dining on the newly renovated Crystal Pier ■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

The pilot house

The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South. We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks.

Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck.

Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm, FriSat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm. Kids menu

Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster po-boys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Carolina Beach Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-2am; Sun: Noon-2am, Historic Wilmington: Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11amMidnight ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook!

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

smoothies and more Tropical smoothie cafÉ

Tropical Smoothie Café’s menu boasts bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal, all made to order from the freshest ingredients. Our toasted wraps, sandwiches, flatbreads and gourmet salads are made fresh with highest quality of meats and cheeses, topped with fresh produce and flavorful sauces, avail-

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able for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The fun atmosphere and unparalleled hospitality brings customers back to Tropical Smoothie Café again and again. At Tropical Smoothie, we are guided by one simple belief: When you eat better, you feel better and when you feel better, all is better. It's part of our mission to inspire a healthier lifestyle by serving amazing food and smoothies with a bit of tropical fun. 2804 S. College Road, Long Leaf Mall. (910) 769-3939.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mon-Fri; 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sat-Sun ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, at Shipyard Blvd. and College Rd.

Southern Casey's Buffet

In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories.

“Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” co-owner Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 798-2913.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesdays.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Pig’s feet and chitterlings.

Rx Restaurant & bar

Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget!

421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; FriSat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com

pembroke's

A seasonally inspired and locally sourced Southern cuisine dining experience, Pembroke’s was created by the owners of downtown’s Rx Restaurant. Pembroke’s focuses on the same values and excellent service as its sister restaurant, purveying local companies for the best in seafood, proteins and produce. They work with local fisherman and farmers to ensure your meal will be freshly grown and hand chosen. A new dinner menu is churned out daily to ensure the chefs are working with the freshest ingredients. Plus, the bartenders are creating new drink menus daily as to never bore your taste buds. 1125 A Military Cutoff Rd. 910-239-9153.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Open for dinner TuesSun, 5pm-close, with live music Fri-Sat nights. Sunday brunch, 10am-3pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.pembrokescuisine.com

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1/2 Price Oysters Every Wednesday 4-6pm! www.elijahs.com

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Sports Bar Carolina Ale House

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

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

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

TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

dig and dive

A new way to play with your food.” It isn’t just a catch phrase—it is what we do at Dig & Dive. Locally sourced, high-quality food is what we bring to the table. From our specialty “pork wings,” tossed in our famed bourbon-barrell Kentuckyaki sauce, to our fresh ground chuck burgers, to our dogs and sausages, and even salads and kids menu, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We pair it with an expansive craft beer selection—including a large selection of NC brewed beers—and we give you the most unique and fun atmosphere in Wilmington, thanks to our soft-sand volleyball courts, outdoor and indoor dining. Hands down, we’re the best place in town to ... Eat. Drink. Play. 3525 Lancelot Lane. 910-202-9350.

■ SERVING LUNCH & Dinner: Sun.-Thurs., 11am-midnight; Fri.-Sat., 11am-2am.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, off Market Street and Darlington ■ FEATURING: Burgers, dogs, build-your-own French fries, sandwiches, craft beer, volleyball courts.

■ WEBSITE: www.DigandDive.com

hell's kitchen

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style 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, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, pool, and did we mention sports?

Free downtown lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & ■ LATE NIGHT: 11 a.m.-2 a.m. daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 priced select appetizers Monday

- Thursday 4-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

vegetarian/Vegan sealevel restaurant

At Sealevel City Gourmet Restaurant and Bar, all shortsleeved T-shirts are back-to-school priced! Shop the latest styles and colors while the cook prepares your handmade vittles! How about a lentil patty melt with fresh , handcut potato chips or a crisp salad for lunch? If you’re looking for a high-fiber plate, we’ve got you covered: the brown-rice tortilla—which is gluten free, vegan and chockful of crunchy vegetables and creamy smoky eggplant spread and avocado— will surely suit you! With a side of creole-spiced organic red beans or our superb vegan purple coleslaw, it will be over the top! Vegan heaven exists: We serve sushi rolls and desserts especially to suit your preferences. Seafood lovers are mad about the shrimp burger, soft crab slider and the frequently featured Caribbean-spiced shrimp tostada, which combines the aforementioned purple slaw, spicy Jerk sauce, and cool avocado, and organic refried lentils on a crispy corn tortilla.

Please stop in for lunch six days (not Tuesday/closed) from 11 am to 2 pm, and dinner Thursday through Saturday, 5 pm to 9 pm 1015 S. Kerr Ave. 910-833-7196.

■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., daily; Thurs-Sat., 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, near UNCW ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian,Vegan, Seafood, Gluten-Free ■ WEBSITE: www.sealevelcitygourmet.com

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sophisticated food...casual style BREAKFAST • LUNCH DINNER • DAILY SPECIALS GREAT OUTDOOR PATIO • BEER/WINE AND MUCH MORE! 250 Racine Drive • Wilmington, NC Racine Commons • 910.523.5362 www.BlueSurfCafe.com

NOT YOUR FATHER’S ROOTBEAR FLOAT PARTY! SATURDAY, AUGUST 22ND: WITH LOCAL CREAMERY - BOOMBALATTIS ICE CREAM! ALCOHOL FOR THE ADULTS AND NONALCOHOL FOR THE KIDDOS!

COME JOIN US FROM 6 - 8PM SERVING

CHINESE Japanese thai $4.59 LUNCH BOWLS MONDAY: BOGO SUSHI (BUY 1 GET 1 HALF OFF) TUESDAY: $7.95 DINNER • WEDNESDAY: 1/2 PRICED APPS THURSDAY: $10 BENTO BOXES FRIDAY AND SATURDAY: 2 FOR $20 ENTREES

MON-thur: 11am-3pm and 5pm-9:30pm ∙ Fri-sat: 11am-3pm and 5pm-10pm

4102 market st. • (910) 332-3302

www.kyotoasiangrille.com

EVERY WEDNESDAY: JAZZ & COCKTAILS WITH KEITH BUTLER TRIO STARTS AT 8:30PM FREE RIDES! Crystal Blue Taxi will be offering free rides to and from Burnt Mill Creek every Wednesday night (please tip generously)! Pickup guests must have a receipt from the bar in order to receive deal. Please call 910-431-7848 & ask for Jim.

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AROUND-THE-WORLD BITES: NeMa Eatery and Lounge dishes up small plates with big personality

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by: ROSA BIANCA

ucked away on Water Street—not exactly on the riverwalk, but still bearing Wilmington’s iconic waterway bridge as its killer backdrop—dwells newcomer NeMa Eatery and Lounge. The eclectic bistro opened in what used to be Cobblestone Café. Though I miss the pancakes and pastries of Cobblestone, one bite of Chef Mark’s sourdough pizza crust had me whisked into submission.

Let’s be honest: the flip-flop of downtown’s eating establishments is as common as the Rainbows on locals’ feet. All a new owner has to do is slap on a different sign and unlock the doors for the next bistro to be born. NeMa took a different approach.

Owners Neil and Mark—“Ne” plus “Ma”— took their time transforming the cozy, exposed-brick building from a ski lodgeinspired breakfast joint to a trendy tapas tasting room. Young professionals need not search further for their next happy hour hot spot. But it’s not all about the social

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mingling. NeMa’s intimate ambiance and meant-for-sharing menu screams “date night!” So with a boyfriend who appreciates all-things bites and booze, I was happy to not ride solo for this sampling.

We parked ourselves at our favorite landing zone: as close to the drink-pouring as possible. As we saddled up to the bar, my boyfriend motioned toward the ceiling. I looked up to find a strip of mini lights that were clearly meant to illuminate Canada. I glanced around and realized it was the only harsh lighting in the restaurant. While every other section was dimly lit in true lounge fashion, behind the bar was uncomfortably bright. Unfortunately, these shining rays beamed down onto a dust pail and what was, pardon my French, a cluster-fudge of papers and notebooks. I felt as though I had arrived at a sexy urban eatery, yet sat down in what was apparently someone’s office. Did the clutter of spiral notebooks and pencils affect the taste of the food? No. But it did put a hiccup in my grub game, and I hadn’t even gotten to the bubbly.

Our server Matt—polite, attentive, and knowledgeable—recommended the “Fancy Fries” right off the bat. We requested a small order along with the “Garden Pizza”—because what goes better with carbs than more carbs? The Napa cab chatter began, which caught the owner’s attention.

Neil, welcoming and enthusiastic, strolled over and suggested a stellar Barbera that he said was sure to complement, not overwhelm, the pizza. As they say in Southern Italy: He done did good. (Or maybe that’s South Carolina.)

As we anxiously awaited our first-course carb fest, I studied the menu to ponder the next round of plates and found myself confused. There were pizzas, a single burger, coconut chicken skewers and...fajitas? NeMa’s sign boasted hand-crafted fare with options ranging from grass-fed to glutenfree to vegan. Still, the culinary theme felt inconsistent. What was the cuisine’s common thread? Instead of being intrigued by variety, I felt I was missing the connection.

The thin-crusted creation arrived with savory aromas of sweet roasted garlic and nutty gruyere that floated upward as I lifted a small, crispy slice to my pie-hole. The first bite was a mixture of crispy kale, buttery caramelized onions, and soft, juicy pears.

Good news: This pizza pleased the best of both palates. The center offered a soft, chewy bite, while the edges maintained their sinful crackle and sour, yeasty snap.

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As Good As Nonna’s: Shredded short ribs in handmade ravioli, swims in NeMa’s rich red-wine reduction. Photo: Holland Dotts Photography

As for the fries, no spud was left unturned. These potatoes are exactly what dreams are made of: crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and sprinkled with a fairy dust of parmesan, herbs and truffle salt. Chefs tend to be overzealous when it comes to the latter, but Mark knew how to go gently into that good night. I was hoping for a dash more decadent funk—but then again these were “fancy,” not truffle, fries.

tory. As it turns out, Mark is a well-traveled San Diego native who has cooked his way through nearly every continent.

Suddenly, it clicked.

Although at first glance the cuisine appeared to be scattered, it was actually a representation of the chef’s tasty travels.

If the menu clearly reflected the stories of Mark’s culinary experiences it would have hit home much faster. Maybe categorizing the food by culture—Thailand chicken curry skewers or San Diego-style fajitas— would better get the point across. Since this “globally inspired” theme is unclear, unless Next up: scratch-made, shredded short you’re investigating the story, NeMa might ribs, resting inside a doughy pasta pillow want to reconsider how they relay their of ravioli. If there’s one thing this place has menu’s message. the hang of, it’s homemade. The plate arJust before the bill arrived, out came a rived with three oversized pasta pieces swimming in a rich, glossy red-wine reduc- surprise from the kitchen: Mark’s Petit Pots tion. The meat was a tad one-note, like it au Chocolate with Salted Caramel. If you’ve needed more salt, spice or a sumptuous ever considered becoming a member of the burst of bold flavor. But the pasta shell? clean plate club, this chocolate custard is Well, it was literally as good as your grand- your ticket in. mother’s ravioli—and I don’t mean Mo RocWith Neil’s warm spirit and Mark’s scratchca’s popular Cooking Channel show. The made specialties, NeMa’s got a good thing dough was rustic, simple and unmistakably going. And it doesn’t stop at small plates. kneaded by hand.

There’s already talk of expanding to weekFajitas seemed a bit out of place, so end brunch—fried egg pizzas and classic I had to try them. Out came two thick, in- benedicts, anyone? If NeMa can hone in on evitably hand-crafted sourdough tortillas, their niche and amp up the flavor, Wilmingtopped with sautéed peppers, onions, and ton is in for a real treat. sliced steak. On the side: traditional guacamole and tomatillo salsa. Overall, the dish missed a punch of something—a kick of heat or complex depth of seasoning. The tortilla, however, stood out—thoughtfully NeMa Eatery and Lounge sporting the same superb tang and chew of 225 S. Water St. • (910) 769-3709 Tuesday-Thursday, noon-10 p.m. the pizza crust.

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extra>>feature

THEMES Transcend time:

Reflections in Black and White show similar displays of life between white and black people in segregated South

by: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

DOWNTOWN LIFE: African American young women from the Camera Shop, marked Steve Johnson, undated. Gift of Michelle Masson. Courtesy of Cape Fear Museum of History and Science.

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hey say a picture is worth a thousand words, but at the Cape Fear Museum (814 Market St.), it’s worth a lesson in local history and social justice. “Reflections in Black and White”—a series of black and white photos taken in segregated Wilmington that were collected and donated over the years—currently occupies one of three rotating galleries. Reflections in Black and White continues the effort to weave together historic stories and themes carried throughout the museum. Museum historian Jan Davidson curated the photographs and spent countless hours sifting through albums and film from an era she thinks is often overlooked.

ing happened. Now, we know lots of things happened in this time frame: Schools were desegregated a new hospital was built and they closed the segregated hospitals; there was the Wilmington 10 in 1971 . . . so there are really important stories to tell that have had an effect on folks in this town today.”

Nevertheless, common humanity is most obviously displayed on the walls. At the time, Wilmington not only faced great changes and social injustices in regards to race, but the entire country felt it. Still, black and white people shared basic commonalities. They got married. They went to school.

They drank whiskey at parties. They posed with cars and dogs. All these images showcase separate but very similar lifestyles in “Reflections.”

“While I was curating it and looking at the pictures, I kept coming back to the sense that everybody in these black and white imVaried local contributors of differing perages of black and white people are doing the exact same thing,” Davidson explains, spectives contributed many of the photo“but they’re not doing them together. When graphs. The Cape Fear Museum acquired I first came here, people painted Wilming- photos in 2012 from downtown’s Camera ton as sort of this sleepy town where noth- Shop, open from the 1910s through the 32 encore | august 5 – 12, 2015 | www.encorepub.com

early ‘80s. Well-known local artist Claude UNCW or CFCC student would today.

Howell gave his collection of scrapbooks to As well, the museum showcases the the museum, which compiled photographs work of African American photographer from the ‘40s and ‘50s. Claude Howell’s Herbert Howard and more than 1,000 imphotos capture the downtown Riverfront ages of Wilmington’s black community. and separate lives of the black community. Howard’s collection features wedding phoOhers images feature his travels up and tographs and groups in informal settings, down the East Coast. From a night out in to capture small details of everyday life. A New York City to casually lounging with couple holds hands in one, while the fabfriends at Wits End, a former clubhouse in ric of a tablecloth is revealed in another.

Wrightsville Beach, each tells its own story “Dance at the Boy’s Club,” 1960s, caught of the time. the museum historian’s attention. Three “It really struck me that part of why you black women stand together for a seemcould treat a space like that and feel so ingly impromptu photo; one looks off to the comfortable in it may have been because it side while holding a cigarette. Another rewas a ‘whites only’ space,” Davidson says. gally poses in black, beside a third woman, in a “fabulous ruffled dress.” “I suddenly reElizabeth Ashworth donated images in alized she’s my neighbor from across the post-WWII Wilmington from her time spent street,” Davidson tells. as a student nurse at the then segregated After researching, Davidson confirmed James Walker Memorial Hospital School of the woman was Evelyn Coston Hinnant.

Nursing. Ashworth took pictures in the hospital and dorms, as well as snapped shots She took her a copy of the picture.

“She was so excited and identified the of her excursions to the beach—just as any

LIVING THE TIME: Claude Howell and friends at a New Year’s Eve party, 1955. Courtesy photo.

adding a photo booth for people to have their own pictures taken, which they can then take home with them as well.

other two women: Barbara Graham and Since the exhibit will hang through 2017, Barbara Graham,” Davidson shares. “She over the next couple of years, the museum told me the the dress was red, and she was will host a number of projects that broach a Williston graduate [1947] and long-time topics in race relations and of the civil rights teacher in Pender County.” era, including a traveling exhibit in NovemThough not many people have identified ber, entitled “For All the World to See” and themselves or others in photos, Davidson the Created Equal film series funded by the confirms she researched partial names and National Endowment for the Humanities. time periods. “I would love to identify more, “We’re trying to have more conversations but all we have to go by is what is written on the picture or envelope they came in,” about this time frame,” she notes. “The curshe explains. “I also felt the pictures speak rent issues surrounding police brutality, in their own way, and maybe you don’t need Ferguson and the Charleston massacre to know who everyone is in order to see it were not in our minds when we were planand relate.” ning these shows [in 2011], but this town Davidson carefully curated the show by has obviously been affected by history of choosing photos she thought told a story enslavement, segregation, 1898, and as a and represented segregation up through history museum in the South, it’s our obli1968. They are enlarged and exhibited on gation to tell those stories.” the walls, and include reproductions of Stemming from Reflections in Black and entire sets, with fake negatives and enveWhite, Davidson is planning more public lopes to sort through. programing surrounding the life’s work of The other purpose of Reflections in Black Herbert Howard. Additionally, she will be and White is to teach (or remind) audiences joined by Anne Brennan from the Cameron of a time when photos were not digital— Art Museum on October 4 at 2 p.m. to preswhen Photoshop didn’t exist, and instant ent Claude Howell’s life and art after World gratification was impossible. “We wanted War II. The program falls on the first Sunday children, especially who never had that ex- and will be free to the public. perience, to understand that you had to wait, as well as give something for them and their parents to talk about,” she says, “but also it was a way to get out more photos.”

Reflections in Black and White In addition to the physical images that Reflections in Black and White visitors can flip through, packs of flashbulbs Exhibit on view now through May 2017 and dated cameras line a case. A camera Mon. - Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sun., 1 – 5 p.m. sits in the corner of a mock living room to Free for members and children 5 & under; wind and click. The exhibit intends to have Non-members, $5-$8 its visitors interact with it. They’ll even be www.capefearmuseum.org

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happenings & events across wilmington

to-do calendar

events

LE PETITE VOGUE

Opening Day Party on August 5, 2-5pm at Positalia Italian Eatery at Mayfaire Town Center, with a special ribbon cutting by Mayor Pro Tem Margaret Haynes. Make your own Pizza Sticks with Chef Nina. Live entertainment from teen music duo Avery & Grace and picture opt with characters from Wow Factor • Fashion Day/Night Out August 6 - Shop back to school specials at stores in Mayfaire. • Final Lawn Concert Series, August 7, with Chillin Dixie while the kids play on Bounce Inflatables and enjoy guest appearances by Elsa and an opportunity to bring can goods for Nourish NC and school supplies for Stuff the Bus. • Meet your favorite character on

the character crawl that starts at Barnes and Noble at 11am with story time and continue along the map for a Le Petite Sucre Fun! • The Le Petite Vogue Runway Show August 8, 3 -5pm, hosted by Randy Lee with special guest Mayor Pro Tem Margaret Haynes, Avery and Grace, Dance Arts Conservatory, and a powerful presentation on the impact Nourish makes. NCkidsfashionweek.com.

ROCK THE BLOCK 7: HEALTH FAIR

8/8, 9am: Free health screenings for blood pressure, diabetes, dental, vision, body mass index, HIV and Hepatitis C test, cholesterol, and more.

Backpacks and school supplies available for kids while they last. Talent show, Latin dance competition, line dancing, Zumbas lesson, motorcycle show, kids zone, and more. Med North Health Center, 925 N. 4th Street

PORT CITY RIB FEST

8/14, all day: The nation’s most unique BBQ festival which features national pitmasters, a full slate of original music, The Squidling Brothers Side Show, Lucha Libre Wrestling, Shady Ladies Saloon, Market and Kids Zone. North Waterfront Park, 1000 N. Front St.

SARUS FEST FOR EXPERIMENTAL ART

8/15-22: Barriers Boarders and Territoriality are all around us. SARUS raises these topics of separation by interdisciplinary performance events and outreach utilizing dance, art and public interaction. Check the web site sarusfestival.org for events, times and locations.

COFFEE W/CONGRESSMAN ROUZER

8/24, 9:30am: Residents of New Hanover County, please join the Alzheimer’s Associa-

tion and your Congressman David Rouzer to share a cup of coffee and your stories about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

New Hanover County Senior Resource Center, 2222 S. College Road CELEBRATING THE DREAM LEGACY

8/28-29, 6pm: Honoring African -American Elected Officials from Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover and Pender counties. 50 Year Commemoration of the Signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Featuring LBJ Presidential Civil-Human Rights Legacy Award Dinner Gala. Socio-Economic Summit Town Meeting Southeastern Opportunity Expo Socio-Economic, Southeastern Opportunity Expo and Town Meeting: Friday, August 28. LBJ Presidential Civil-Human Rights Legacy Awards Dinner Gala, Saturday, August 29. (910)-383-1724 or (910)-619-6295. www.celebratingthedream.org.

Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Dr.

charity/fundraiser BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

8/5, 7:30am: 8th annual Breakfast at The Kid’s Table, at Cape Fear Country Club (1518 Country Club Dr.), promises to be another fun-filled morning featuring performances by youth from the Brigade and emceed by the Club’s 2015 Youth of the Year, Joshua Bell. This year’s guest speaker and honored guest will be Phil Ford, former UNC Tar Heel basketball player and winner of the John Wooden Award, which recognizes the nation’s top collegiate player.Proceeds from this event help fund programming expenses such as tutors, educational field trips, sporting equipment and program supplies. If you are as excited as we are and would like to sponsor, attend, or perhaps become a table captain for this event, please contact Cindy Anzalotti at (910) 392-0747 or email her at canzalotti@brigadebgc.org. Log onto www.brigadebgc.org for more information. Admission by donation.

LAMPLIGHTERS TOASTMASTER MEETING

8/6, 6:30pm: Lamplighters Toastmasters is a local chapter of Toastmasters International, a nonprofit organization which helps people learn and hone their public speaking and leadership skills. Anyone who is nervous about standing before an audience can benefit greatly from this organization. All are welcome. New Hanover Government Center230 Government, Center Drive (off Racine).

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8/8, 9am: Ready for the dog days of summer?

101 Mobility is scheduled to hold a Dog Wash to Benefit the MDA on Saturday, August 8th at its corporate location on 5221 Oleander Drive, in Wilmington from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., For a suggested $10 donation, your pooch will be pampered with a hose bath using hypoallergenic shampoo and a towel dry. In addition, hotoff-the-grill hot dogs with condiments, sodas, as

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well as a few treats for your pet will be available as well. All of the proceeds will go directly to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Admission: $10 suggested donation. 101 Mobility Home Office, 5221 Oleander Dr. LAST CHANCE FOR WHITE PANTS GALA

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8/29, 7pm: Upscale party band The Free will bring its energetic music mix to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation’s Last Chance for White Pants Gala from 7 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Aug. 29, at Audi Cape Fear, 255 Old Eastwood Road in Wilmington. Changes abound at this year’s gala: a new weekend, a new night, a new venue, a new band and the biggest raffle prize ever offered -- a 2015 Audi Cabriolet convertible.

Guests will enjoy what has traditionally been one of the season’s must-attend events. The changes will make the gala feel fresh and exciting.

Proceeds from the gala and raffle go to work immediately by providing the gift of hospice in the community. Lower Cape Fear Hospice is a nonprofit, and buying a ticket helps patients facing end of life get the important care they need and helps support their families. Tickets for the gala are $125 each. Raffle tickets are $100 each and only 1500 will be sold (you must be 18 to purchase a raffle ticket). For more information, raffle details and to purchase tickets, visit www.hospicewhitepants.org or call 796-8099 ext. 6. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, contact Lindsey Champion at 796-0847 or email Lindsey.Champion@lcfh.org. Audi Cape Fear, 255 Old Eastwood Road

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Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart await trial in Cook County Jail, each for their own impulsive ho-

micide. Both are guilty, but can they scheme their way out of a conviction and into their 15 minutes of fame? This dark parable of American justice is both a scathing satire and the sexiest musical Bob Fosse ever created. The Kander and Ebb score is filled with songs that are now theatre classics, including “All That Jazz”, “Cell Block Tango,” “We Both Reached for the Gun” and more, with clever, smoldering, and non-stop dancing, set in the roaring ‘20s. Tickets, $29: (910) 632-2285 or online at thalianhall.org. Thalian Hall adds an additional $2 charge per ticket, and all tickets are subject to North Carolina sales tax. 310 Chestnut St. Wed, August 5-Sun, August 9; Fri, August 14-

8/7-8: PAUL HOOPER Dead Crow Comedy Room continues rolling in the laughs every weekend with national touring comedians.

Charlotte native Paul Hooper will take the stage both Friday and Saturday nights this weekend. Hooper’s been featured on Fox’s “Red Eye With Tom Shillue,” as well as traveled the festival circuit from Las Vegas to Boston.

Hooper’s known to focus on his OCD and dysfunction in his routines, as well as touch on content from his 2013 CD, “Tense and Uncomfortable.” deadcrowcomedy.com

Sun, August 16; Fri, August 21-Sun, August 23. (See page 19) THE REAL THING

Tom Stoppard’s play will run August 6-23, ThursSat, 7:30pm; Sun, 3pm, at Red Barn 1122 S 3rd Street; $25. The play begins with Max and Charlotte, a couple whose marriage seems about to rupture. Charlotte is an actress who has been appearing in a play about marriage written by her husband, Henry. Max, her leading man, is also married to an actress, Annie. Both marriages are at the point of rupture because Henry and Annie have fallen in love. But is it the real thing?

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Written, conceived & directed by Mirla Criste, Aug 7-Sept 5, 7pm. Friday & Saturdays only.

Doors open 1 hour prior. On the eve of a significant event in 1960s America, six disparate people are thrown into a prison cell during a protest for peace. Over the course of several hours, in their interactions with one another, they discover that the world is rapidly changing, that what is immediately obvious may not be true, and that folks may not be as alike—or not alike—as they first assumed or imagined. 3-course meal served with show: $32 Adults, $30 Seniors (65+) & Children (under 12), $18 Show Only. TheatreNOW, 19 10th St. www.wilmingtontheatre.com

DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2, JR.

8/8, 7:30pm; 8/9, 2:30pm: The gang is back for an action-packed summer extravaganza as Troy, Gabriella and the rest of the Wildcats finish junior year and blast onto the summer scene in Disney’s High School Musical 2 JR. At the Lava Springs Country Club, popular-girl Sharpay reigns supreme while the Wildcats get to work - literally! Featuring every ounce of the light-hearted fun that made High School Musical a household name, this buoyant sequel follows our East High favorites as they face the realities of the adult world and begin to grow up. Friendships are tested, summer romances go haywire,

and the meaning of success is redefined. Admission: Adults: $12 Kids (3-7): $6. Scottish Rite Temple, 1415 S. 17th St. AUDITIONS: THE ADDAMS FAMILY

The Thalian Association Community Theatre will hold auditions for the new macabre musical comedy The Addams Family. Auditions will be held Mon., 8/10, at 7pm and Tues., 8/11, at 7pm at the Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd Street in downtown Wilmington. Please prepare a traditional Broadway song to sing a cappella and be prepared to dance (no sandals or flip flops). The production, directed by Mike Thompson and choreographed by Laura Primavera with music direction by Amanda Hunter, runs 9/24-27 and 10/1-4 at Thalian Hall. Available roles: Gomez Addams, Uncle Fester, Lurch, Lucas Beineke, Alice Beineke, Mal Beineke, Morticia Addams, Wednesday Addams, Grandma Addams, The Addams Ancestors (visit thalian. org for more information).

comedy DEAD CROW COMEDY CLUB

Ongoing schedule: Mon,, Comedy Bingo and $1 tacos; Tues, free Crow’s Nest Improv (longform), 8pm; Wed, Nutt House Improv Show, 9pm, $3; Thurs, free open-mic night, 9pm; FriSat, national touring comedians/comediennes, 8pm/10pm $10-$15; Sun, closed.

• 11:45pm: Late Fear with Willis Maxwell, Wilmington’s Late Night Talk Show, taped every 1st and 3rd Saturday night at midnight in the Dead Crow Comedy Room, Late Fear is a hilarious and fun showcase for Wilmington’s creative talent and small business.

• 8/7, 9:30pm; 8/8, 7pm and 9:30pm: Check out Charlotte native, Paul Hooper, who has been featured on Fox’s “Red Eye with Tom Shillue,” HBO Comedy Festival in Vegas, the Boston Comedy Festival and more. ead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front Street.

COMEDY AT CALICO

Wed., 9pm: Comedy Showcase at The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St., in downtown Wilmington. Come see some of the funniest guys in the region and potentially win cash prizes. An open mic show with a different headliner every week!

Hosted by Reid Clark.

music CAROLINA COAST VINEYARD CHURCH

Derwin Hinson and the Cre8Tive Coast Bluegrass Band will be performing LIVE music every Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at the Carolina Coast Vineyard Church on the Boardwalk at Carolina Beach, NC. The church is near Britts Donuts and is beside the new hotel construction at the end of Harper Ave. This is a family friendly event. Free admission. For more information call 910-470-1291 or go to www. cre8tivecoast.com. Carolina Coast Vineyard Church, 6 Harper Ave., Carolina Beach

CONCERT IN PARK FOR KIDS

8/12, 10:30am: International Library Hip Hop Superstar Melvil Dewey will perform at a free concert for kids in the Carolina Courtyard Park, on the corner of Third and Chestnut Streets next to the Main Library. The concert will be filmed and, after production, posted for viewing on the Library’s website, www.nhclibrary.org. International Library Hip Hop Superstar Melvil Dewey is an alias for Mr. Scooter Hayes, Children’s Librar-

ian at Myrtle Grove Library. Outside of working hours, Hayes has recorded two CDs and performed at schools and libraries across the United States. His shows encourage children to be lifelong readers and teach about the importance of libraries. His website is http://storyyeller.com/.

Scooter Hayes at shayes@nhcgov.com or 910798-6393. 201 Chestnut St. BBQ AND BLUEGRASS

8/22, 1pm: The Salvation Army is hosting a Barbecue and Blue Grass Band at Hugh MacRae Park on August 22 from 1:00 – 6:00. Carolina Rebels will be preforming a free concert from 3pm – 6pm. Barbecue tickets are $10 and include barbecue, baked beans, cole slaw, and hush puppies. Tickets can be purchased at the event or any Salvation Army. Drive thru service is available at shelter 4. All proceeds go to help your local Salvation Army help those in need in our community. Hugh MacRae Park, 1799 S. College Rd.

ANNIE MEADOWS IN CONCERT

8/24, 7pm: Free concert featuring contemporary singer/songwriter Annie Meadows. This family friendly event is scheduled for one night only!

Doors will open at 6:30-7pm concert. Please visit www.fbcleland.org for more information.

Treat yourself to this special evening of inspiration and hope! First Baptist Church of Leland, 517 Village Rd NE.

ARTISTRY IN JAZZ BIG BAND

8/28, 7pm: Artistry in Jazz has 21 musicians and 2 vocalists from the local Wilmington area. The Big Band music is based on the west coast style of Stan Kenton. His music was performed from the 40’s through the late 70’s. Our orchestra plays the original manuscript copies as recorded by the Kenton Orchestra. Carolina Beach Boardwalk, 100 Cape Fear Blvd.

RECOVERY ROCK FEST

8/29, 7pm: A clean and sober folk/rock concert for people in recovery from addiction. Featuring Melissa Ferrick, Folkstar, Stray Local, Mike Blair and The Stonewalls, as well as other solo acts intermingled throughout the event. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the UNCW-CRC Recovery Program for students in recovery from addiction. All ages! Kenan Auditorium UNCWilmington, 601 S College Road

ILM SACRED HARP SINGERS

8/30, 1:30pm: Instruction for beginners; 2-4pm Entire group sings. Songbooks provided, beginners welcome! Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers presents a traditional Sacred Harp Singing and invite you to join in the music. This dynamic form of a cappella social singing dates back to Colonial America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songbook called The Sacred Harp. The music is loud, vigorous and intense. It is meant to be sung, not just observed. No previous experience is necessary. Learn more about Sacred Harp singing at fasola.org and this singing at http://bit. ly/WilmNCSacredHarp. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th Street

dance OVER 50’S DANCE

8/11, 7:30pm: Music by DJ Bob Perrone. Couples, singles, and all ages welcome. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd.

FORWARD MOTION DANCE CO.

8/13, 7pm: An evening of modern and con-

temporary dance featuring the Forward Motion Dance Company (www.forwardmotiondance. org) with guest performers. Included will be a piece set to music composed and performed

by Wilmington musician Joe Cordaro, premier works and excerpts of dances set to a variety of music as well as excerpts from a new film created by Patrick Ogelvie in collaboration with dancers. Guest teen dancers from DREAMS, The Dance Cooperative, South East Dance Academy and The Dance Element will be performing. Choreography by Tracey Varga of Forward Motion Dance Company. Dancers include Forward Motion Dance Company dancers: Ashley Barnes, Erin Bergmann, Kaitlin Davis, James Devita, Bonnie Dixon, Leslie Nifoussi and Becky Spivey. Guest dancers include: Lindsay Davis, Rachael Goolsby, Daniel Smith, Rebecca Warfield, Linda Webb and Elizabeth White. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall$5-$10. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street DANCE COOPERATIVE WORKS-IN-PROGRESS

8/16, 2pm: The Dance Cooperative, in association with Cameron Art Museum, provides informal showings to afford working artists a place to present works in progress to be reviewed and critiqued in a nurturing environment. The events are open to working choreographers and dancers who are working on movement and wish to have others provide feedback on the work. The public is invited to witness the creative process through its many stages and provide assistance to help the creator grow and manipulate the works to realize their concepts to the fullest potential. If you are interested in presenting work, e-mail the Dance Cooperative at dancecooperative@gmail.com no later than the Monday preceding the showcase. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th Street

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Tango classes and social dancing, Fridays, Carolina Lounge of Ramada Inn. 5001 Market Street (between College and Kerr). 8-9:45pm. $5 lounge entrance includes beginners’ lesson, 7:30.

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OPEN STUDIOS, ARTWORKS

TheArtWorks™ is a village of more than 50 artists who open their studios to the public every Saturday from 10am-3pm.. Many of you have visited, but have you ever thought about what happens there when the doors are not open? The secret is out, at theArtWorks™ talented artists take advantage of the unique opportunity to collaborate, critique and influence each other’s work every day. Follow the journey of a new or established artist, on Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St.

ADAM-MAH: INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE

8/20, 7pm: “adam-mah” is an unusual and up close interactive performance experience, exploring the symbiosis of human and nature personal identity, relationship and territoriality. ‘... earthy, elemental art you could see, hear, touch and smell.” Community Arts Center, 120 S Second St.

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LANDFALL FOUNDATION ART SHOW

8/20: The 16th annual Landfall Foundation Art Show and Sale is a popular summer event that is open to the public. Within days of opening the applications process, all 100 places were filled. Many of the artists are well known returning local artists and will display works including oil, water color, acrylic, photography, sculpture

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8/23, 5pm: Carolina leads audiences through the Bellamy mansion and explore being female through the storytelling of the Bellamy sisters (Belle, Eliza, Ellen, Kate, and Chelsey) and their mother (Eliza McIlhenny Harris). Aspects and the interconnectedness of personal identity and outer influences are explored in the light of cultural and social landscapes that have remained present within by the Mansion and within our lives today. Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market Street

IRISH STEP DANCE

Traditional Irish Step Dancing Beginners to Championship level ages 5-adult! Mondays nights. The studio is located at 1211 South 44th St. www. walshkelleyschool.com.

BABS MCDANCE STUDIO

Wilmington’s premier social dance studio featuring group and private lessons in shag, swing, hip-hop, Latin, foxtrot, cha-cha, belly dancing, ballroom, Zumba, and more - weekly with various pricing. For more info on prices and weekly social events, visit www.babsmcdance.com or call 395-5090.

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

CONTRA DANCE

Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.

Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come.

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and ceramics. All works of art are for sale. Cash bar available from 5-7pm. Proceeds benefit the Landfall Foundation with grants going to deserving charities in the greater Wilmington area. Dye Club House, Landfall Country Club, 1550 Landfall Drive EVERYDAY—HOMEPLAY

8/22, 8pm: Everyday-Homeplay is a site specific performance in a private apartment in Wilmington about the everyday life of a German, based on interviews with Americans. It will be give 4 times this evening. This work will expand upon a theater play called “ALL TAG - Ein Heimspiel”, which was about identity, intimacy, pink elephants (surrealism) and the oscillation between fiction and reality set in the artist’s apartment in Berlin. Jengo’s Playhouse, 815 Princess St. (910) 343-5995

MEMBRANE

Admission into the gallery is free. Regular gallery hours are Tuesdays-Fridays 10-5:30pm and Saturdays 12-5:30pm. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery, CFCC, 411 N. Front St. PEPPER MILL SHOP ART SHOW

Flytrap Brewing presents a “spicy, handcrafted art show” from local artist, Kelly Sweitzer’s Peppermill Shop. Foodie artwork, inspired by puns.

Sweitzer’s work will be on display through August 31. Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut Street

ARTFALL ARTIST SUBMISSIONS

The Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center is seeking 2D artists for the 1st Annual ARTfall Juried Art Show and Sale to be held October 14-18. ARTfall will be one of the events during the ARTblast Festival, a local tradition celebrating the performing and visual arts at various locations in downtown Wilmington. The ARTfall Exhibition will be open to the public 10am-5pm daily during the ARTblast Festival with an artists’ reception and awards presentation Thursday October 15, 6-8pm. The deadline for applications and online registration is September 30. Only original artwork

completed within the last two years will be considered for exhibition. An original artwork is the artist’s sole creation and Is not, in whole or in part, a copy of any other persons work or photograph.

Preference is given to artists from the Lower Cape Fear region. Submission guidelines, application and exhibition details: www.wilmingtoncommunityarts.org or slherrick@thalian.org.

JENNY MCKINNON Wright

Through 8/27: Wright is an award-winning artist who believes that working in plein air allows her to “capture the emotion that only painting in that location can offer.” Her sense of color shines through with each piece, and though she is personally enlivened by the locations she paints, those places can become the viewer’s own experience as well. Cape Fear Native features the works of local artists and craftspeople inspired by nature. Tues-Sat, 11am-6pm. 114 Princess Street

8/23, 6:30pm: Installations and performances that were created for and at the Bellamy Mansion. LoSUMMER cations such as the dining rooms, the children’s Janette K. Hopper will be having an art show rooms, the coal cellar, closets and the gardens opening at Costello’s Piano Bar on Sunday Auserve as starting points and inspiration for creativigust 9 from 5-7pm. The show “Sumty. A mix of history and current day reflection result mer” features images inspired by our in a 2 hour program that offers audiences of all beautiful beaches. For more information ages a myriad of virtuous artwork from instalon the show please e-mail janettekhopper@ lations, to sound art, theatre, performance juno.com. Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess art and dance that inspires and reflects. BelEnjoy free live music at the opening of “Summer” by Street lamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market Street Janette K. Hopper at Costello’s Piano Bar. Hopper’s FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT DALLAS THOMAS: RECENT WORKS talents have been enjoyed around the globe, with “Fourth Friday Gallery Night” is now coordiCape Fear Community College’s Wilma W. permanent collections in dozens of galleries, public nated by The Arts Council of Wilmington and Daniels Gallery is pleased to present Recent New Hanover County, feat. 16 local art gallerspaces, colleges and universities. A retired university Works by Dallas Thomas. Thomas’s work is ies and studios that will open their doors to professor, Hopper’s work is inspired by the outdoors heavily influenced by nonspecific tribal certhe public in an after-hours celebration of art and her active exploration of mountains, back emonies and rituals from all over the world. and culture, from 6-9pm, every fourth Friday Thomas incorporates dramatic mark makwater swamps, creeks, fields, as well as the beaches of the month through 2014. Rhonda Bellamy ing and energy into his paintings, citing hip featured in “Summer” this Sunday. at 910-343-0998, 221 N. Front St. Suite 101. hop culture as a major influence for his work. www.janettekhopper.com www.artscouncilofwilmington.org

8/9: SUMMER BY JANETTE K. HOPPER

museums CAPE FEAR MUSEUM

Exhibits: Reflections in Black and White Exhibit: Free for members or with general admission Reflections in Black and White will highlight Cape Fear Museum’s large collection of photographs.

The exhibit will feature a selection of informal black and white photographs taken by black and white Wilmingtonians after World War II, before the Civil Rights movement helped end legalized segregation. Visitors will have a chance to compare black and white experiences and think about what people’s lives were like in the region during the latter part of the Jim Crow era. • Make It Work, through 9/13/15: Encourages visitors to explore the six types of universal simple machines to learn how they make work easier. • World War II: A Local Artist’s Perspective: In time for the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landing and the Normandy campaign, Cape Fear Museum will be exhibiting one of the region’s most powerful collections of World War II artifacts. • Cape Fear Stories presents artifacts, images, models, and 3D settings to explore people’s lives in the Lower Cape Fear from Native American times through the end of the 20th century.

Hours: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm. $5-$8.

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Furs and Skulls: August 3 – 7 10am and 2pm, free with admission Investigate the critters that live in the Lower Cape Fear! Examine beaver furs and skulls and compare them to other local animals.Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St.

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8/6, 6:30pm: This presentation looks at beach goers through the medium of vintage post cards.

It begins with early days which shows bathing costumes from the mid 1880 to the 1930s and how bathing attire changed over that time period. There is a section on Bathing Machines, which were actually small rooms on wheels that could be pulled in and out of the water. They came to be in order to insure modesty as dictated by Victorian standards. Post cards that show Athletic like Tank Suits and how that style evolved make up another chapter. Lifelines, an early form of life saving, are featured in another section of cards. and more. Latimer House, 126 S. 3rd Street

FAMILY SCIENCE SAT: DYNAMIC DINOSAURS

8/8, 11am and noon, ages 5-14: Free for members or with general admission Dinosaurs big and small, come meet them all! Discover why Wilmington’s Giant Ground Sloth is not a dinosaur. Investigate fossils and make a dinosaur model to take home. Parental participation required. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market Street

BATTLESHIP 101

8/8, 10am-5pm: Ship volunteers stationed throughout the ship engage visitors in specific subjects and areas including: gunnery, radar, sickbay, galley, engineering, and daily shipboard life. A unique opportunity to talk one on one of what life was like aboard a WWII Battleship in the time of combat. Free with Battleship admission. A great event for all ages. Bring your questions and cameras! Included with Battleship admission.

MISSILES AND MORE MUSEUM

Topsail Island’s Missiles and More Museum features the rich history and artifacts of this area from prehistoric to present time. Exhibits: Operation Bumblebee, missile project that operated on Topsail Island shortly after World War II; Camp Davis, an important antiaircraft training center during WWII located near Topsail Island; WASPS, group of young, daring women who were the first female pilots trained to fly American military aircraft during WWII; Pirates of the Carolinas, depicting the history and “colorful” stories of 10 pirates in the Carolinas including the infamous Blackbeard; Shell Exhibits, and intricate seashells from all over the world as well as Topsail; and more! 720 Channel Blvd. in Topsail Beach. Mon-Fri, 2-5pm; after Memorial Day through Sat, 2-5pm. 910-328-8663 or 910-3282488. topsailmissilesmuseum.org.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently used books at our museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits.• www.playwilmington.org 116 Orange St. 910-254-3534

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. (910) 256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers.

Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $4 per family and access to entire Museum. Admission only $8.50 adult, $7.50 senior/ military, $4.50 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North end of downtown, 505 Nutt Street; 910-763-2634, www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE

Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered MonFri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. $4-$12. The Latimer House of the Lower Cape Fear Historical Society is not handicapped accessible 126 S. Third St. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM

World’s most fascinating and dangerous reptiles in beautiful natural habitats, feat. a 12-foot saltwater crocodile, “Bubble Boy.” and “Sheena”, a 23ft long Reticulated Python that can swallow a human being whole! Giant Anaconda weighs 300 lbs, w/15 ft long King Cobras hood up and amaze you. See the Black Mamba, Spitting Cobras, Inland Taipans, Gaboon Vipers, Puff Adders, and more! Over 100 species, some so rare they are not exhibited anywhere else. One of the most famous reptile collections on earth. Open everyday in summer, 11am-5pm (Sat. till 6 pm); winter schedule, Wed-Sun. 20 Orange St, across from the Historic Downtown Riverwalk, intersecting Front and Water Street. (910) 762-1669 or www.capefearserpentarium.com.

BELLAMY MANSION

One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itf ocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.910-251-3700. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market St.

CAMERON ART MUSEUM

Exhibits: Matter of Reverence: For over 40 years, Hiroshi Sueyoshi (Japanese, b. 1946) has worked in the medium of clay. This exhibition explores the evolution of his art and philosophy as well as his major influences including Isamu Noguchi, Peter Voulkos and Ruth Duckworth. Featuring work from CAM’s permanent collection as well as loans from private and public collections including the Renwick Gallery, Washington, DC, the Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC and the Asheville Art Museum, Asheville, NC. Free for members. • Celebrating the

100th anniversary of the birth of Claude Howell

(March 17, 1915 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 3, 1997). ClaudeLIVE focuses on the life and work of one of North Carolinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most notable artists. Howell holds an established place in the vanguard of North Carolina art. A brilliant colorist and meticulous draftsman, he is best known for his intimate examination of the southern coast: the quality of light and life of its people. For over fifty years, Howell kept journals chronicling his daily life in Wilmington and his international travels through twenty-three countries. He wrote brilliant radio commentaries inspired by his journal entries which were produced by WHQR Public Radio.

Additionally, he established the art department of the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and was teacher, mentor, arts activist and philanthropic leader, using his great energy and will for the betterment of the arts in North Carolina.

Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,10am-5pm; Thurs: 10am-9pm.

Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. â&#x20AC;˘ CAM CafĂŠ hrs: Tues-Sat, 11am-3pm; Sun, 10am-3pm; Thurs. dinner. 910-395-5999. www. cameronartmuseum.org

BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE

18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm.

Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

sports/recreation LIVE BIRDS OF PREY

8/5, 6pm: Come see these beautiful birds up close! Wed. August 5, two shows: 6 pm & 7 pm.

Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St. Cost: $5/per-

son Pre-registration required. Call 341.0075 to register.

DISCOVERY HIKE

Sat., 10am: Discover the different plants and animal species that inhabit the park while exploring the ecosystems that make this area biologically diverse. Each hike will focus on a different unique aspect of the park and includes hands on learning activities. Pre-registration is required.

Call 341.0075 to register. Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St.

LEARN TO CURL

8/8, 5pm: Learn the game of curling: delivery, sweeping, etiquette & rules. You will get a chance to play a couple ends as well. Please email info@coastalcurling.com to reserve a spot in advance. All attendees will have the opportunity to join a team to participate in our Beginnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Event on August 15 & 22. Wilmington Ice House, 7201 Ogden Business Lane.

BREAKFAST WITH THE BIRDS

8/9, 9am: Come join us for a morning cruise with three local Birding Experts on board to help you identify the species. A continental breakfast is included. You will love the variety of wildlife & native plants that adorn the river banks. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget your camera & binoculars. Enjoy this cruise on the Wilmington, a 49 passenger handicapped accessible power catamaran located on the river walk south of the George restaurant. Clean, spacious restroom. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St.

PICKLEBALL

to play Americas fastest growing Pickleball. This sport is for all ages from 18 to 80 and above.

All you need to bring is a good pair of sport/ tennis shoes and we supply the rest. For more information and registration please contact: Tim Camden (Cape Fear Pickleball Trainer) at: 910599-7252 or Jane Kippel at the WAC at:910-3435950 You get a 4 hour training experience for only 10 bucks. Wilmington Athletic Club, 2026 S. 16th St. MASONBORO ISLAND

8/12, 7pm: One of a few undisturbed barrier island ecosystems in southern North Carolina, Masonboro Island is a natural paradise. As part of the N.C. Coastal Reserve & National Estuarine Research Reserve, Masonboro is home to numerous research projects focused on the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s habitats, animals and plants, and coastal processes. Hope Sutton, the southern sites

8/11: PICKLEBALL

Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fastest growing sport is catching on in Wilmington. Pickleball is a healthy combination of tennis, badminton and pingpong, played indoors or out, for ages 18 to who-cares-how-old-you-are. Bring a good pair of sport/tennis shoes this weekend to the Wilmington Athletic Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4-hour training with Cape Fearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pickleball experts. www.pickleballcarolina.com

8/11, 2pm: What is it and how is it played? Come out and learn how

manager for the Reserve, will share updates on the research projects, citizen science initiatives, and public education programs. She will also share the history of the island and updates to its long-term management plan. Free for federation members and a suggested $10 donation for nonmembers at the event. You can register for this event online below or in-person at the Coastal Education Center. Donations can be made inperson at the Coastal Education Center on the night of the event or in advance. All proceeds will benefit the federationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education programming.

NC Coastal Federation, 309 W. Salisbury St. WAHINE CLASSIC

The Wahine Classic, one of the largest surfing competitions for women and girls on the East Coast, returns to North Carolina Aug. 14-16. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a weekend when the men and boys have to move over,â&#x20AC;? says Jo Pickett, event chair, surf teacher, and U.S. National Shortboard Champion in 2004. Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition is scheduled from 8 until 4. Sunday is slated from 8 until 3.

The registration deadline is Wednesday, Aug. 12. Returning participants from 2014 to return including 2015 East Coast Surfing Association regional winners Julia Eckel and Leah Thompson of Wrightsville Beach, who placed first in shortboard categories of Under-16 and Under-14, respectively. Liz Hauser, expert judge for the Association of Surfing Professionals, the National Scholastic Surfing Association, and the Eastern Surfing Association, will serve as head judge of The Wahine Classic. The Teeny Wahine division, for girls under 10 years of age, â&#x20AC;&#x153;is the most joyous part of the weekend,â&#x20AC;? says Pickett, teacher and owner of Crystal South Surf. Â Spectators are welcome. Beach ac-

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DOLPHIN KIDS DASH

8/29, 8am: This is the ultimate KIDS ONLY race!

Kids will be timed on a 1 Mile Course broken into Starting Heats by school grade. The course starts and finishes on the North Topsail Elementary School track. The course is on the NTES campus with part of the course passing through the NTES Nature Trail. Children 5 years old and younger will run one lap around the NTES track.

All children will be awarded a medal upon completion of their race. North Topsail Elementary School, 1310 Sloop Point Loop Road.

film BEHIND THE GARAGE

Behind the Garage Series: Subversive Films & Experimental Music. Subversive films shown every Sunday at 8pm, followed by experimental musical guests. 8PM: Controversial, eyeopening and entertaining films & documentaries shown weekly. 10PM: Experimental, avant garde, noise, and other unclassfiable musical performances at 10. Hosted by Karl Tyler Perry. Juggling Gypsy Cafe & Hookah Bar, 1612 Castle St.

KIDSALORUS SHORT FILM FEST

It’s family-friendly action and adventure on screen at Kidsalorus! The organizers of Cucalorus, Wilmington’s own independent film festival, will present an hour’s worth of the best recent short films for kids from around the world. All the films are rated PG. Kidsalorus is free and reservations are not required. You may bring your own snacks and covered drinks. Contact Susan De-

Marco, sdemarco@nhcgov.com / 910-798-6353.

NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

kids’ stuff SUPER VILLIAN SYNDICATE

Teens! The theme for Summer Reading Club 2015 at New Hanover County Public Library is “Every Hero Has a Story,” but what’s a superhero without a nemesis? Create your own super villain identity, and plot water warfare against hordes of superheroes! No preregistration is needed for these free Super Villain meetups; 5:30pm. June 23 - Manufacture Pool Noodle Light Sabers!

June 30: Shoot a Super Villain Movie and pose for Super Villain Mugshots! Costume is required today.Aug 4: Final Super Villain Mission Briefing!

We’ll put your Super Villain skills to the test at the 2nd Annual Superhero Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Myrtle Grove. Super Villains will lurk along the course to hurl water balloons at kid Superheroes! Youth Services Librarian Scooter Hayes shayes@nhcgov.com 910-798-6393.

New Hanover County Myrtle Grove Library, 5155 S. College Rd.

SUPERHERO FUN RUN

8/8, 9am: Summer Reading Club at New Hanover County Public Library is all about superheroes this year, and our theme is “Every Hero Has a Story.” Wear your Superhero costume to the Superhero Fun Run on August 8! Walk, run, or jog around the one-mile course, while dodging water balloons and defeating Super Villains!

Kids can pick up free comic books, courtesy of Memory Lane Comics, and make Superhero crafts! Be a hero and bring a canned good to donate to the Food Bank of Eastern and Central

North Carolina! For information about Superhero Fun Run contact Max Nunez at 910-798-6393 or mnunez@nhcgov.com. Myrtle Grove Public Library, 5155 S. College Rd. TELL ME A STORY, JOAN LEOTTA

8/10, 11am: Families are invited to enjoy storytelling by Joan Leotta at this special program.

Expect a Jack tale and other favorites from local and traditional folklore. The program is free and no pre-registration is needed. Joan Leotta is a writer and storyteller who says, “In each side of my creativity I seek to serve an audience, produce and present material respectfully, entertain and edify.” She is a member of the North Carolina Storytelling Guild, and she blogs at https:// joanleotta.wordpress.com/ Contact Mary Kleinfeldt, mkleinfeldt@nhcgov.com / 910-798-6373.

NHC Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

CHRIS STONE CAMP

Library’s website, www.nhclibrary.org. International Library Hip Hop Superstar Melvil Dewey is an alias for Mr. Scooter Hayes, Children’s Librarian at Myrtle Grove Library. Outside of working hours, Hayes has recorded two CDs and performed at schools and libraries across the United States. His shows encourage children to be lifelong readers and teach about the importance of libraries. His website is http://storyyeller. com/. For information about this program contact Scooter Hayes at shayes@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6393.

LEGO CHALLENGE

8/13, 3:30pm: Contact Julie Criser, jcriser@ nhcgov.com / 910-798-6303 Monthly Lego challenge at the Library is a fun way for Elementary School age kids to practice problem solving, creativity, critical thinking, visualizing three dimensional structures, communication, and motor skills! Participating children may work alone or with a buddy. Legos are scheduled on the second Thursday of each month at New Hanover County’s Main Library. The sessions are free but space is limited, so please preregister

8/10, 9am: Discover the incredible salt marshes of Wrightsville Beach at Camp Chris Stone. Explore the world of oysters, mussels, mud snails, fiddler crabs and snowy egrets. Go marsh mucking while learning to fish, crab, clam and pull a seine net. Get dirty and have fun at this one-week day camp experience for young adventurers led by an environmental science educator.

It’s almost time to head back to school, but it’s Camp Chris Stone is dedicated to “back-to-troop” season also. Girl Scouts North the memory and ideals of long-time Carolina Coastal Pines is hosting its Open House Wrightsville Beach resident, Chris and Ice Cream Party for would-be young girls who Stone, who spent countless hours as a child and as an adult enjoying want to make a difference in their communities the marvels of the marshes. Sesand become leaders for future generations. Open sion One: July 27-31. Ages 6-9 (12 House activities include a photo booth, creative campers max) 9am-noon, $125 Sescrafts, games, songs, and the main event, ice sion Two: August 10-14. Ages 10-12. cream to purchase for $1.

(12 campers max) 9am-noon, $125 www.nccoastalpines.org Wrightsville Beach Museum: 303 W. Salisbury St.; (910)256-2569.

8/12: GIRL SCOUTS OPEN HOUSE

GIRL SCOUTS ICE CREAM PARTY/OPEN HOUSE

8/12, 5pm: Think that being a Girl Scout is cool?

It is! Learn more about the program at our Open House and Ice Cream party on Wed., Aug. 12 at 5 to 7 p.m. at the Girl Scout Service Center at 2250 Shipyard Blvd., Suite 3. Cost is $1 for every person eating ice cream. Fun includes photo booth, crafts, songs, games and ice cream!

Email bbanson@nccoastalpines.org for more.

Girl Scouts Wilmington Service Center, 2250 Shipyard Blvd, Suite 3

MELVIL DEWEY’S CONCERT FOR KIDS

8/12, 10:30am: International Library Hip Hop Superstar Melvil Dewey will perform at a free concert for kids in the Carolina Courtyard Park, on the corner of Third and Chestnut streets next to the Main Library. The concert will be filmed and, after production, posted for viewing on the

on the calendar at www.nhclibrary.org or by calling 910-798-6303. 201 Chestnut Street ILM BOYS CHOIR CAMP

Camp is open to any boy age 7 thru voice change. Participants will take learn choral music, receive voice training, and play music games, all while having fun on the beach! St Therese by the Sea, 209 S Lumina Avenue

MAKE A GRANDPARENT’S DAY CARD

9/1, 9am: Did you know that in 1978 the United States Congress and President Jimmy Carter proclaimed that September 13 is National Grandparents’ Day? Kids are invited to make cards with their own personal messages to their grandparents at New Hanover County’s Main Library during early September. Craft materials will be available in the Children’s Room from 9-5pm

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on weekdays during the first two weeks of the month, September 1 to 5 and September 8 to 12, while supplies last. There is no charge for this family craft activity. For information about Library activities for kids or about boosting early literacy development, contact Children’s Librarian Julie Criser at jcriser@nhcgov.com or 910-798-6303.

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9/2, 10am: There’s a new playgroup for preschoolers at New Hanover County’s Main Library on Wednesday mornings in September!

You’ll learn games and songs and hear stories in Spanish from some native speakers, and you don’t have to speak Spanish already to attend.

Participation is free and preregistration is not required; just drop in at the Chldren’s Department.

For information about library activities for kids and about supporting your child’s early literacy development, contact Children’s Services and Community Engagement Librarian Susan DeMarco at sdemarco@nhcgov.com or 910-7986353. NHC Main Library, 201 Chestnut St.

CHRIS STONE CAMP

Discover the incredible salt marshes of Wrightsville Beach at Camp Chris Stone. Explore the world of oysters, mussels, mud snails, fiddler crabs and snowy egrets. Go marsh mucking while learning to fish, crab, clam and pull a seine net. Get dirty and have fun at this one-week day camp experience for young adventurers led by an environmental science educator. Camp Chris Stone is dedicated to the memory and ideals of long-time Wrightsville Beach resident, Chris Stone, who spent countless hours as a child and as an adult enjoying the marvels of the marshes.

Session One: July 27-31. Ages 6-9 (12 campers max) 9am-noon, $125. Session Two: August 1014. Ages 10-12. (12 campers max) 9am-noon, $125. Wrightsville Beach Museum: 303 W. Salisbury St.; (910)256-2569

OCEAN SAFETY TALK

Through August 17th, Kure Beach Ocean Rescue will be leading Ocean Safety discussions on Monday mornings at the Ocean Front Park Pavilion. The program starts at 10 am and is designed to give a brief overview of beach and ocean safety to those unfamiliar with our coastal environment. 105 Atlantic Avenue

NC BEACHES, INLETS, WATERWAYS

8/17, 7:30pm; Dennis Barbour will talk about the North Carolina Beach, Inlet, and Waterway Association and its role in preserving our natural resources. Federal Point History Center, 1121 N. Lake Park Blvd.

FLICK OR FICTION BOOK CLUB

8/17, 6:30pm: This month’s book: “Psycho.”

Book available at Old Books on Front St 15% discount for club members. 249 N. Front St.

SERIOUS MUSINGS BOOK CLUB

8/25, 6pm: This month’s selection: “Go Set a Watchman.” Books available at a discount for club members from Old Books on Front St. 249 N. Front St.

GOING GREEN BOOK CLUB

9/1, 6pm: “Dream of Earth,” by Thomas Berry.

Books available at Old Books on Front St at discount to book club members. 249 N. Front St.

classes/workshops DETOX TO RETOX

8/2, 11am: We had so much fun last year at Lighthouse Beer & Wine that we decided to join forces with them again to offer a series of yoga classes that you’ll never forget! Beginning this May 3rd, once a month, join us in the beer garden for an hour long detox inspired yoga class fit for all levels! A complimentary beer or wine beverage will be provided by Lighthouse Beer & Wine after practice. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Waves to Water. $15 *BYOM* Bring your own mat I.D. required Lighthouse Beer and Wine, 220 Causeway Drive

lectures/readings BARNES AND NOBLE

Every Friday night we have a family story time with activities. • Toddler Story Time, 10am, every Tuesday for toddler story time and coloring.

• 7pm: Join us every third Thursday of each month as we talk about Magic Tree House stories and adventures and enjoy crafts and activities. • Join us every third Thursday of each month as we talk about Magic Tree House stories and adventures and enjoy crafts and activities. • American Girl Night, every second Thursday of each month to talk about American Girl stories and enjoy crafts and activities. Barnes & Noble , 750 Inspiration Drive

explore your interests and guide you through exploring pencil and pen and ink drawing. All materials supplied. • Zentangle–Inspired Drawing Workshop: Saturday morning, 9-12pm; Saturday afternoon workshop, 2-5pm. $30/workshop.

Through this meditative drawing method that engenders calm and well-being, create amazingly beautiful drawings. Works every time for beginners and advanced alike. All materials supplied.

6905 Southern Exposure JOURNALING WITH THE TAROT

8/5, 7pm: Journaling with the Tarot is a fun, interactive class in which participants will be lead through journal writing exercises using the Tarot cards (or whatever deck they would like). Designed to stimulate creative and spiritual connection and reflection. Bring a journal and pen and your deck of cards, or purchase them at our store--we have a lovely selection. Pure Soul Creations, 116 Princess St.

URBAN FITNESS

Adult Creative Movement, Sat., 10am: A class for adults of all ages and skill level. Using a modern dance basis, we will discover the beauty of what our bodies’ CAN do! We will celebrate the joy and freedom of movement that lifts your spirit (soul). There are few shortcuts to happiness, but dance is one of them—self expression, fitness, have always wanted to try a dance class or continue their dance study. All dance classes are taught in a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere that enables adults of all levels to achieve, grow, and always, to have fun. Admission: $12 per class / $42 for the month. Children’s Creative Movement, Wed., 5pm: Ballet, Jazz, Hoola Hoops, and all forms of creative movement. Easy to follow. All genders welcome.

Admission: $10 per class / $32.50 per month.

• Salsa Fitness, Wed, 6pm: Dance your way to health with Salsa Fitness. This class is designed for all levels and is easy to follow. Admission: $10 per class / $80 for a package of 10 classes. • Bootcamp with Fabio, Sat., 9am: The class will consist of 10 minutes of dynamic stretching and cardio. 20 minutes of core work, 20 minutes full body strength training and 10 minutes of cool down and stretching. Balancepoint Barre, Barre combines the basics of ballet, Pilates, and yoga.

No dance experience is needed however. It is a fun, low-impact workout targeting those problem areas. It is safe for all ages and body types. It works to strengthen your muscles and tighten your core, leaving you feeling taller and leaner without adding muscle mass. You will mainly use your own body weight for resistance, but will also use a variety of tools to enhance the workout. The class is set to upbeat music to help keep you motivated. Admission: $15 per class / $100 for a package of 10 classes. Zumba, Fri., 6pm: Let’s shake, move, and groove those calaries away.

Easy to follow steps, fun and exciting music. All levels welcome. Admission: $7 for walkins / $30 for 5 classes / $55 for 10 classes. Urban Fitness, 5739 Oleander Dr. GROWING EMPOWERING

8/7, 6pm: Empowering and informing women on how to develop their dreams as well as their lives spiritually, financially and professionally. Admission: Early registration $20 until July 18, 2015 Regular registration price $25. New Beginning Christian Church, 3120 Alex Trask Dr.

US CELLULAR WORKSHOP

Free Device Workshop: Saturday, August 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 9pn, 343 South College Rd. The workshop is open to everyone, and you don’t have to be a U.S. Cellular customer to attend.

ART CLASSES

Classes by Lois DeWitt, lois.deitt@gmail.com; 910-547-8115. Pet Portrait—Draw Your Pet Workshop: Wednesday Workshop 9-12pm, Wednesday Afternoon Workshop—2-5 pm-$30.00 per workshop. Come play and be creative! Beginners welcome. Bring a photo of your favorite furry one and I will show you in how to make a memorable pet drawing that you will cherish. All materials supplied. • Find Your Inner Artist: Find Your Inner Artist Workshop: Thursday morning workshop, 9-12pm, Thursday afternoon workshop, 2-5pm, $30/workshop. If you have always wanted to paint and draw now is the time!

Be guided through a fun creative project that will

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Anyone who attends an August workshop will have the opportunity to win an iPad Mini 3. There will be four iPad Mini 3 devices awarded each month across the country. 910-799-8898.

LANDSCAPE DESIGN FOR DIY HOMEMAKERS

8/15, 9:30am: Bored with your landscaping?

Always wanted one of those “English Cottage” flower borders? Need to spruce up the yard but not sure how to do it? Join us for the Principles of Landscape Design Workshop. We will look at several different landscapes and discuss the use of principles and why they are important when putting together a design plan. Be prepared to bring a drawing or photo of a spot in your yard to design or re-design – start small.

We will tour the Arboretum gardens focusing on design principles and techniques used in the Children’s Garden, the Perennial Border, as well as the Japanese Garden. August 15th from 9:30-noon, at the NHC Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive. $10 Fee and advanced registration is required. For more information and to register call (910) 798-7660 or go to: http://arboretum. nhcgov.com. New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive

BACK TO BASICS: GARDENING IN SE

8/18, 9:30am: New to the area and not sure about gardening in the south? A long-term resident that needs information on solutions to problems in your yard? We have you course! Back to basics covers a broad range of topics from soils and nutrition, diseases and insects, pruning, and cultivating everything from vegetables to trees. The course fee is $50 for all six classes which will be held every Tuesday morning at the NHC Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Dr. The fee includes take-home materials and booklets and advanced registration is required. You can stop

by the Arboretum to register or go to: http://www. arboretum.nhcgov.com COMPOST 101 ART SHOW

8/21, 8:30am: Ever wanted to start your own compost pile? Into recycling and gardening?

Why send it to the Landfill when you can take our Compost 101 workshop to learn the how, why, and what of multiple methods of composting.

Handouts and materials will be provided to take home. Free for all K-12 Teachers and $10 per individual for the general public. NHC Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive

ATTUNE WITH HIGHER CONSCIOUSNESS

8/27, 7pm: Thurs. is a special session with Suzanne in which she connects with Sanaya, the collective consciousness. You will sit in the presence of refined spirit energy. Sat. is an all day workshop to lift your spirit and transform your life.

It is focused on soul growth and spiritual transformation. Admission: Thurs. session is $20; Sat. workshop is $90 or $80 if you attend Thurs. Consciousness Frontier Lecture Hall , 717 Orchard Avenue

THE WISDOM OF SANAYA

8/27, 7pm: Thurs. Sanaya will be a special session with the collective consciousness. Experience sitting in the presence of refined spirit energy. Sat. 9am-5pm workshop ($90/$80 is attending Thurs.) will focus on soul growth and spiritual transformation. Exp. real “aha” moments as you learn unique methods for lifting your spirit. Admission: $20 for Thurs. session. $90 for Sat. workshop $80 fpr Sat. workshop is attending Thurs. session. Consciousness Frontier Lecture Hall , 717 Orchard Avenue

SWEET RAIDS MEDIEVAL DEMO

8/29, 9am: The Shire of Seareach, the local

branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) will be hosting a public demonstration on some the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe with a particularly sweet theme. Join us for a one of a kind medieval experience. History.

Fashion. Combat. Games. More. There’s something for everyone. Hugh MacRae Park, 1799 S. College Rd. AME ZION MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE MEETING

8/29, 10am: Rev. Dr. Henry J. Young invites all Brunswick County ministers to attend a Ministerial Alliance Meeting on August 29, 2015, from 10 am until 2 pm, to be held at Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church. The purpose is to meet and become acquainted with area ministers and gain a perspective on perceived needs, as well as collective planning for the future. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by email to johnsonchapel@gmail.com or by phone call to the church at 910-371-0037. Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church is located at 1882 Lincoln Road NE, Leland, NC. Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 1882 Lincoln Road NE.

ZUMBA CLASSES

Wednesdays at the Hannah Arts Center (old USO building) in downtown Wilmington at 120 S. Second St. Two classes, 5-5:55pm and 6-6:55pm. Cost is $5 per class, cash only. Parking is available. All ages are welcome. Most of my clients range from 19 to 85.

GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP

Since 1985, the state Arts Council has provided funds for the Regional Artists Project program to support professional artists. The regional consortium of southeastern North Carolina arts councils matches the N.C. Arts Council to create a pool of funds for the artists. Grant awards to

artists generally range from $500 to $1,000, and follow a competitive application and review process. The Arts Council of Wilmington & NHC is seeking applications for the 2015–2016 Regional Artist Project Grants. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 31, 2015. The Regional Artist Project program is administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County through a partnership with the North Carolina Arts Council and local arts councils working as a consortium.

Counties include New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus and Pender counties. Grants totaling $15,000 will be awarded to regional artists. Applications must be received no later than Friday, August 31, 2015, at the Arts Council of Wilmington, 221 N. Front St., Suite 101. Workshop at main library, 201 Chestnut St. Additional workshops can be scheduled in partner counties. For more information, call 910-343-0998.

CFFA BEGINNING FENCING

Cape Fear Fencing Association 6 week beginning fencing class starts August 18th at 6:30 pm in the basement of the Tileston gym, 5th and Ann streets.. Class will meet for approximately 1 hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays, All fencing equipment provided, students should wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers. Appropriate for ages 8 - 80. Cost is $50 plus a $10 membership to USA Fencing good until July 31, 2016. Taught by Internationally accredited instructor.

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their public speaking and leadership skills.

Anyone who is nervous about standing before an audience can benefit greatly from this organization. All are welcome. New Hanover Government Center, 230 Government Center Drive (off Racine.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

8/8, 9am: Super Saturdays—Vacation Bible School. Outback Rock: Where Kids Venture into Solid Faith. Ages 3 to 5th grade; lunch provided. Register online at www.wrightsboroumc. org. Wrightsboro United Methodist Church, 3300 N. Kerr Ave.

HUMANIST HAPPY HOUR

8/12, all day: Join local Humanists for a casual evening with like-minded friends for a Humanist Happy hour. We will meet on Wednesday August 12 @ 6 PM at Good Hops Brewing, a local hangout in Carolina Beach, 811 Harper Ave., which is an operating brewery with a taproom and a beer garden. RSVP; www.meetup.com/humanism-182

ILM NEWCOMERS CLUB

8/13, 9:30am: The ladies of Wilmington Newcomers Club will meet Thursday, August 13. Social time begins at 9:30 am, followed by the program at 10:00 am. Tom Smicklas, co-founder of Wilmington Symphonic Winds, is the featured speaker. He will present excerpts of the inaugural season and describe the future plans for this extraordinary ensemble of wind and percussion musicians. For meeting location, please visit the website, wilmingtonncnewcomers.com. Anyone new to New Hanover and Pender counties in the last four years is invited to join. 1518 Country Club Road

A BRUNCH OF COOL CARS

8/22, 10am: The Greater Porters Neck Area Foundations 2nd Annual car show to benefit Poplar Grove Animal Sanctuary. We will line the fairway with some of the most beautiful, unusual and cared for cars you will come in contact with. We will have activities for KIDS and adults. We hope you can come support and help save the animals. Contact Erica Haines for information erica@brushinup.com. Sponsored

by Haines Financial, LLC. Porters Neck Country Club, 8403 Vintage Club Circle.

LELAND’S FOUNDER’S DAY PARTICIPANTS

This year on Saturday, September 12 the Town of Leland will celebrate its 26th year with the biggest Founders’ Day to date. Each year on the second Saturday of September, the Town celebrates its birthday with a grand party for the community featuring entertainment, food, children’s activities, arts and crafts/business vendors, fireworks and more. This year’s Found-

ers’ Day will take place at the Brunswick Forcapefearcameraclub.org est commercial area just off Highway 17 (1090 Brunswick Village Blvd.) from 3 pm until 9 pm.

The event will feature special musical performances and a patriotic salute to veterans.

Mark your calendars now and stay tuned No need to go all the way to California to get a for additional information on schedules and taste of Anderson Valley Brewing Company of activities. If you are interested in becoming a vendor (food or arts/crafts), please visit Boonville. Wilmington’s Fermental is hosting www.townofleland.com/recreation for more a tasting with this leader in sustainable, solar information and an application. If you would energy for brewing beer and features a variety of like to volunteer or would like more informaAnderson Valley suds on draught, craft cans and tion on Founders’ Day, call 910-332-4823 or e-mail aryan@townofleland.com promotional items from the brewery. The La Bella

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THE BASICS

Free education program by the Alzheimer’s Association. This program provides information about detection, causes, and risk factors, stages of the disease and much more. Northeast Branch, New Hanover County Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.

DOCTOR WHO WEDNESDAYS

Come in to watch Doctor Who episodes every Wednesday night. Come in Cosplay, be a dork, be a geek, nerd out, but most of all be a Whovian! Browncoat Pub & Theatre, 111 Grace Street

AZALEA COAST EXECUTIVE NETWORK

Meets the first Monday of each month at 5:30 pm for networking, dinner at 6 at Henry’s, 2508 Independence Blvd. Wilmington. Female business women networking and professional development. Dinner is dutch $15; annual membership $24. Details 762-8562. Henry’s Restaurant Wilmington NC, 2508 Independence Blvd.

PORSCHE CLUB MEETING

8/15, 9am: Porsche Club of America (PCA), Hurricane Region Coastal Area, would like to invite you to join us for our monthly meeting at Panera Bread Co. in Mayfaire Town Center,156 Military Cutoff Road. We meet at 9am on the third Saturday of every month to talk about our favorite cars and to plan activities. PCA offers driving experience, technical assistance, member benefits, and camaraderie second to none.

Membership is open to all Porsche owners, coowners, or lessees who are 18 years of age or older, and includes a subscription to the national club magazine Panorama and the bi-monthly Hurricane Region newsletter Der Wirbelsturm (The Cyclone). Check out our website at: http:// hur.pca.org. David Ikle, 910-547-3564, e-mail dikle@ec.rr.com

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB

Club meets third Tues. each month, Sept thru June, 7pm at Cape Fear Community College, McCloud Bldg, room S002. www.

Airosa food truck will park it at 6pm and live music with Cross Creek Band starts at 7pm. www.fermental.net CAPE FEAR KNITTERS

Cape Fear Knitters, the Wilmington chapter of The Knitting Guild of America (TKGA) meets the third Sat. ea. month, 10am-noon. Gerri: 3713556. Judy: 383-0374.

CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION

Meet and greets the third Wed. ea. month. $25, members free. www.apefearweddingassociation.com

YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF NHC

Meet the 1st and 3rd Tues. ea. month at the downtown public library, third floor, 6:30pm.

Ages 18-35.

COUPON CLUB

Wilmington Coupon Club meets monthly, second Monday, at 6pm Come exchange coupons and learn how to save money. www.wilmingtoncouponclub.com

culinary FARMERS’ MARKETS

Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Poplar Grove, Apr-Nov, Wed, 8am-1pm. 910-6869518. www.poplargrove.com • Riverfront Farmers’ Market open on Water St., downtown, every Sat., through Dec., 8am-1pm. Food, arts & craft vendors and live music. www.wilmingtondowntown.com/farmers-market • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market every Sat., May-Sept, 8am1pm, around the lake in Carolina Beach. Free parking; vendors align the lake, from artists and crafters and musicians. www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com.• Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market, 21 Causeway Dr. Fresh NC-grown produce, seafood and other locally produced

consumables. A variety of unique craft vendors have also been added to the market this year.

Mon., 8am-1pm, first Mon. in May- Labor Day. • Town of Leland Farmers’ Market at Leland Town Hall, alternating Sundays, 11am-3pm, May-Aug. This market is focused on local food and agricultural products. • Oak Island Farmers’ Market, Mon., April-Nov., 7am-1pm.

Middletown Park, Oak Island • Southport Waterfront Market, Wednesdays, May-Sept., 8am-1pm. Garrison Lawn in Southport, NC. • St. James Plantation Farmers’ Market, Thurs., May-Oct., 4-7pm, at the Park at Woodlands Park Soccer Field.

FERMENTAL

Weekly wine and beer tasting, Fridays. Free. • 8/8, 6pm: As part of their monthly brewery series, Fermental welcomes representatives from Anderson Valley Brewing Company of Boonville, California for another evening of beer tastings, giveaways, live music, food trucks and more. This event features a variety of Anderson Valley beers on draught in the beer garden as well as an ample offering of craft cans and promotional items from the brewery and brewery representatives. La Bella Airosa food truck 6pm; Cross Creek Band, 7pm.

Fermental, 7250 Market St. www.fermental.net.

WINEDOWN WEDNESDAYS

Free tasting of wine from around the globe. Every week hosted by a winery representative or vendor to teach you about the selections. All wines offered at a discount as well as an additional 10%off 6 packs and 15%off cases. Come winedown after a long humpday. Palate Bottle Shop & Reserve, 1007 N. 4th St.

WINE TASTING

Thurs/Fri, 5pm: Our weekly wine tastings feature six selections for your tasting pleasure. Try before you buy to load up your home cellar, or choose your favorite wine from the lineup and purchase a glass to enjoy at our tasting bar or in our garden seating. Cheers! A Tasting Room, 19 South 2nd Street

BARTENDER CHAMPIONSHIP

8/6, 9pm: Come join our local kick off to the World Bartender Championship! Cheer your favorite bartender, bid on drinks and prizes with all money raised going to Feeding America, the local Food Bank here in Wilmington. Reserve your bar stool or table today!

PVM SUMMER NIGHTS

8/6, 5pm: “Front porch style” evening of food, camaraderie and music. Chef Smokey and Chef Chris will be loading down our mobile cooker with a Heritage Farms Cheshire Hog out of Seven Springs and fresh all natural chickens kissed

at the following Dairy Queen locations:

• 5701 East Oak Island Drive, Long Beach • 20 Naber Dr., Shallotte • 106 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Supply • 1517 Dawson St., Wilmington • 5901 Oleander Dr., Wilmington

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with smoke from a long day of slow heat. Traditional sides such as baked beans, slaw and potato salad. Appetizers will begin at 5:00 with dinner and live music beginning around 6:00, with local band Striking Copper. A portion of the proceeds from the evening will go the help replace some of their band equipment that was stolen last month. Trey Herring’s Carolina Bourbon will be featured at the bar in a lemonade bourbon smash, sure to cool you off. Ride your bikes, bring your dogs (if you stay outside), and tell your friends. Adults $20; kids under 10, $10, includes tea and water; beer, wine, full bar available. Pine Valley Market, 3520 S. College Road WORLD BARTENDER CHAMPIONSHIP

8/6, 9pm: Come join our local kick off to the World Bartender Championship! Cheer your favorite bartender, bid on drinks and prizes with all money raised going to Feeding America, the local Food Bank here in Wilmington. Reserve your bar stool or table today! TGI Fridays, 4126 Oleander Drive

SMALL PLATES NIGHT

Mon: Small Plates Night, $25 6-course flight ($35 inc. 2 oz. wine pairing). $5 single plates / $6 specialty Mojito. YoSake, 33 S Front St.

NINA REPETA JAZZ BRUNCH

8/9, noon: Sunday Jazz Brunch with Nina Repeta Jazz Trio. Doors open at 11:30am. Show 12-2pm. $20/$18 Seniors/$15 children under 12. Ticket includes 3-course brunch and show.

Three courses and live music! 19 S. 10th St. www.theatrewilmington.com

PORT CITY RIBFEST

8/14-16: The nation’s most unique BBQ festival which features national pitmasters, a full slate of original music, The Squidling Brothers Side Show, Lucha Libre Wrestling, Shady Ladies Saloon, Market and Kids Zone. North Waterfront Park, 1000 N. Front Street

TAPAS TUESDAY

$10 tapas from 5:30-7pm. Every Tuesday! Half Off Craft Cocktail List and Select Wines. Catch, 6623 Market Street

FEAST DOWN EAST BUYING CLUB

Enjoy the quality, value and convenience of the Feast Down East Buying Club. It costs nothing to join. The benefits are immeasurable. It is a great way to eat healthier, while knowing you support your local farm families and community. Log on at www.FeastDownEast.org and start buying fresh local food, sourced from Southeastern NC farms. Choose a pick-up spot, and check out at the online cashier and you are done! Orders must be placed by 11am Monday for Thursday delivery. Consumer pickup is Thursday 3:306pm at: the Cameron Art Museum, THE POD (located next to Dunkin Donuts on UNCW campus) or the Burgaw Historic Train Depot.

TASTING HISTORY TOURS

Tasting History Tours of Pleasure Island; guided walking tours. From its beginnings as a tourist destination, the island has weathered destructive fires, tragic hurricanes, naval battles and more. Tasting History takes you through the streets of Carolina Beach and into a few of the restaurants to taste some of what the locals have to offer. Join us for an afternoon of interesting history and tasty eats. $32.50, www.tastinghistorytours.com. 910-622-6046.

PORT CITY SWAPPERS

Port City Swappers is a monthly food and beverage swap where members of a community share homemade, homegrown, or foraged foods with each other. Swaps allow direct trades to take place between attendees, e.g., a loaf of bread

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for a jar of pickles or a half-dozen backyard eggs. No cash is exchanged, and no goods are sold. Diversify your pantry and go home happy and inspired while meeting your neighbors! facebook.com/PortCitySwappers.

WILMINGTON WINE SHOP

Join us to sample five new delicious wines we’ve brought in just for our customers during Free Friday Wine Tasting, 5-8pm. Have a bottle or glass of your favorite with friends afterwards in our cozy shop or on the back deck. And beer lovers don’t fret, we’ve got a fridge full of craft and micro-brews. 605 Castle St. 910-202-4749. www.wilmingtonwine.net.

NONI BACCA WINERY

Tasting room open seven days a week, 10am9pm (Mon-Sat) and 12-5pm (Sun.). Taste a flight of 6 or 9 wines; over 70 wines made on premise to sample at any time, served by the glass or the bottle. • Thurs.-Sat.: Specials at the bar on glasses and bottles of wine that run all day, but the crowd begins to gather around 7pm. Craft beer selection, too. We also make special label wines for weddings, corporate gifting, birthdays, reunions, or any event. 910-397-7617.

RED BANK WINE

Red Bank’s wine of the week, Sat., 1-4pm. 1001 International Dr. 910-256-9480.

FORTUNATE GLASS

Free wine tasting, Tues. 6-8pm. • Sparkling wine specials and discounted select bottles, Wed. & Thurs. • Monthly food and wine pairings. 29 South Front St.

CAPE FEAR WINE AND BEER

Beer Church: Purchase select beer and keep your glass for free. 1st Mass starts, 1pm; 2nd Mass , 8pm Free. • Beer Flights, Massage and Monday Night NitroMassage Monday: 5-8pm, $10 for 10 minutes with our licensed therapist, Josh Lentz. Beer Flights: nine 5 oz samples for $18. • Monday Night Nitro: $1 off nitrogen pours.

Free. • BYOT (Bring Your Own Trivia): The next wave of pub trivia. Prizes include gift certificates to Chop’s Deli, Memory Lane Comics, and Browncoat Theatre & Pub, as well as beer from us. $10 pitchers: Bartender’s choice. All day.

Free wine tasting: from 5-7pm, with two whites and two reds. Free • Beer Infusement Thurs.: Come see what ingredients Randall the Enamel Animal is enhancing upon delicious beer. Free.

support groups FAMILIES ANONYMOUS

Thursdays, 7:30pm: A worldwide 12-step recovery fellowship has started a new group in Wilmington for families whose lives are affected by a family member’s use of mind-altering substances or related behavioral problems—especially helpful to parents struggling with an addicted child. Through meetings, literature and a caring fellowship, FA can help parents develop the skills to cope with this family disease and bring serenity back to their lives. No dues or fees are required for membership. First names only are used at meetings to preserve individual anonymity. Advance notice is not necessary to attend a meeting. Visitors are welcome. 609238-0174 or email clark@milioti.com. Wilmington Treatment Center, 2520 Troy Dr. About the FA organization: www.familiesanonymous.org or 847-294-5877 or 800-736-9805. All calls and contacts are confidential.

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Church. OA is a 12-Step organization for anyone suffering from compulsive overeating, anorexia, bulimia, or any food/eating-related issue.

We have helped thousands of people stop their self-destructive habits and start living healthy, rewarding lives. There are over 30 meetings a week in the greater Triangle area. We have no dues, fees, or religious affiliations. Come and see how we can help you! Call 919-406-9300, or visit us at www.triangleoa.org. 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP

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Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia? Take advantage of this opportunity to share your concerns and learn helpful strategies that can be applied to your personal situation. A better way to get through each day with tips on how to reduce stress for both you and your loved one.

Thursdays, 6pm. Livingstones Tabernacle, 127 Sloop Point Loop Rd.

PENDER CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

8/13, 6pm: Pender County Caregiver Support Group for more information please contact Ann LaReau 910-342-0455 or 910-470-2378. Livingstones Tabernacle, 127 Sloop Point Loop Rd. Hampstead, NC

GRIEF PROGRAM

Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a free sixweek grief program, Living with grief: Growth and education groups for adults, from 1-3 p.m.

Mondays, Aug. 17-Sept. 28, at the Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion, 1406 Physicians Drive in Wilmington. There will be no meeting on Sept.

7. Discussions include phases of grief and the grieving process, along with other areas of concern. Often being around others who have been through a similar experience enables partici-

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pants to talk about what they are experiencing.

Grief groups help emphasize that participants are not grieving alone and others understand and can support them on their grief journeys.

Registration required and closes once the series begins. 910-796-7991. When leaving a message, please leave your name, phone number and indicate the specific program you wish to attend. Sessions are free. Donations are appreciated. Additional groups form throughout year.

LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP

8/18, 6:30pm: This group meets the third Tuesday of each month. There is no charge to attend the meeting, and drop-ins are welcome. Contact the LFANC at info@lupusnc.org or at 877-8498271, ext. 1. For more information, visit www. lupusnc.org. This group provides participants with an opportunity to receive introductory information about lupus, encourage the expression of concerns, provide an opportunity to share experiences, encourage and support positive coping strategies, and emphasize the importance of medical treatment. Meeting programs vary from guest speakers to DVD presentations and open group discussion. Northeast Regional Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Road

CAREGIVERS AND COFFEE

Free monthly meeting on the third Friday of each month, 9:30am. Every day, staff and volunteers of Lower Cape Fear Hospice see the challenges faced by those caring for loved ones. Caregivers and Coffee was created to offer caregivers assistance and encouragement. Each month, LCFH will offer a Caregivers and Coffee session where caregivers can come, share their experiences, encourage each other and learn about valuable resources and support. Meetings will

be facilitated by hospice staff, but will also feature topics selected by the group, including visits from other community organizations. Caregivers and Coffee will include informal conversations, learning opportunities and coffee. Chris Scott at 796-7927 or chris.scott@lcfh.org. Phillips LifeCare & Counseling Center, 1414 Physicians Drive TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesdays, 4pm: Support Group for individuals with essential tremor and their families and friends. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd.

WIDOW’S AND WIDOWER’S

The W Meet-up: “Because Life Goes On and So Must We.” For more information please contact Ann LaReau 910-470-2378 or Gayle Ginsberg 910-471-1660. Home Instead Senior Care, 2505 S 17th St.

AA SOBRIETY MEETINGS

Trudge through roadblocks rooted in past trauma(s), regardless of cause. Discussion (closed meeting for those with a desire to stop drinking). Fellowship Center (next to Intergroup), 5901 Wrightsville Ave. Wed. meetings, 7pm.

VISUALLY IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP

Blind/Visually Impaired Support Group. For more information please contact Jennifer DelongWhite 910-251-5743. New Hanover County Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd.

THRIVE

A Christ-Centered 12-Step Support group, helping people overcome “Hurts, Habits and Hangups.” Thrive meets every Monday evening at 7pm at Life Community Church (LCC) inside Independence Mall. Large group begins at 7pm and men’s and women’s small groups begin at

8pm The meetings are in the Extension, which is next to Sears and across from Branches Bookstore. Contact information: Pastor Jim Snider 910-791-3859 or www.lifecc.com. 3500 Oleander Dr.

tours LITERARY HISTORY WALKING TOUR

Saturdays, 1:30pm: Have you ever wanted to meet authors living and dead, tour locations from books, poems, and plays? Explore the rich culture of this talented Southern town with a 90 minute walking tour of the literary history of downtown Wilmington, NC. Visit “The Two Libraries”, walk the streets of your favorite novels, and stand where Oscar Wilde did when he lectured here. Cost $8: www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/1282390. Old Books on Front Street, 249 N. Front St.

HOLLYWOOD LOCATION TOURS

Tour one of America’s largest living film sets; historic downtown Wilmington. This fun-filled 90 minute walking tour will lead gue sts to actual movie & TV locations. Tours will depart Tues., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. afternoons at 2pm. Reservations are required, $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, students or military and children 6 or under are free. 910-794-7177, www.HollywoodNC. com.

HENRIETTA III CRUISES

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-Oct: Narrated sightseeing cruises 2:30pm 1-1/2 hours Tuesday-Sunday, Narrated lunch cruises 12:00 noon 1-1/2 hours TuesdaySaturday. May-Oct: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises, Tuesday & Thursday evening 2 hours 6:30 pm; Apr-Dec: 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

THALIAN HALL TOURS

In addition to a full schedule of performances, self-guided tours of the theater are offered MonFri, 12-6pm, Sat 2-6pm. Guided tours by appt.

343-3664.

WILMINGTON TROLLEY

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

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

To ensure the full accuracy of this horoscope, I have been compelled to resurrect an old-fashioned English word that isn’t used much anymore: “gambol.” It means to cavort and frolic in a playful manner, or to romp and skip around with mad glee, as if you are unable to stop yourself from dancing. The astrological omens seem unambiguous in their message: In order to cultivate the state of mind that will enable you to meet all your dates with destiny in the coming weeks, you need to gambol at least once every day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

Do you remember your first kiss? How about the first time you had sex?

Although those events may not have been perfectly smooth and graceful, they were radical breakthroughs that changed your life and altered your consciousness. Since then, there may have been a few other intimate rites of passage that have impacted you with similar intensity. No doubt you will experience others in the future. In fact, I suspect that the next installments are due to arrive in the coming months. Get ready for further initiations in these mysteries.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

Two-thirds of us don’t know what our strengths and talents are. That’s the conclusion of a study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology. One reason for the problem is what the report’s co-author Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener calls “strengths blindness,” in which we neglect our real powers because we regard them as ordinary or take them for granted. Here’s the good news, Gemini: If you suffer from even a partial ignorance about the nature of your potentials, the coming months will be a favorable time to remedy that glitch. Life will conspire to help you see the truth. (Read more: bit.ly/truestrengths.)

6:30pm & 8:30pm. Costumed guides lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly tours at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Admission charge. Meets at Water & Market streets. Reservations required: 910-794-

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Many people harbor the unconscious bias that beauty resides primarily in things that are polished, sleek and perfect. Celebrities work hard and spend a lot of money to cultivate their immaculate attractiveness, and are often treated as if they have the most pleasing appearance that human beings can have. Art that is displayed in museums has equally flawless packaging. But the current astrological omens suggest that it’s important for you to appreciate a different kind of beauty: the crooked, wobbly, eccentric stuff. For the foreseeable future, that’s where you’ll find the most inspiration.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

“No tree can grow to Heaven unless its roots reach down to Hell,” wrote psychologist Carl Jung in his book Aion. My interpretation: We earn the right to experience profound love and brilliant light by becoming familiar with shadows and suffering. Indeed, it may not be possible to ripen into our most radiant beauty without having tangled with life’s ugliness. According to my understanding of your long-term cycle, Virgo, you have dutifully completed an extended phase of downward growth. In the next extended phase, however, upward growth will predominate. You did reasonably well on the hellish stuff; now comes the more heavenly rewards.

BASRA (9 Across) is believed by

The Great Balancing Act of 2015 doesn’t demand that you be a wishy-washy, eager-to-please, self-canceling harmony whore. Purge such possibilities from your mind. What the Great Balancing Act asks of you is to express what you stand for with great clarity. It invites you to free yourself, as much as you can, from worrying about what people think of you. It encourages you to be shaped less by the expectations of others and more by what you really want. Do you know what you really want, Libra? Find out! P.S.: Your task is not to work on the surface level, trying to manipulate the appearance of things. Focus your efforts in the depths of yourself.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Muslims, Jews, and Christians are collaborating to erect a joint house of worship in Berlin. The building, scheduled to be finished by 2018, will have separate areas for each religion as well as a common space for members of all three to gather.

Even if you don’t belong to any faith, you may be inspired by this pioneering effort to foster mutual tolerance. I offer it up to you as a vivid symbol of unity. May it will help inspire you to take full advantage of your current opportunities to heal schisms, build consensus and cultivate harmony.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

In some phases of your life, you have been a wanderer. You’ve had a fuzzy sense of where you belong. It has been a challenge to know which target you should aim your arrows at. During those times, you may have been forceful but not as productive as you’d like to be; you may have been energetic but a bit too inefficient to accomplish wonders and marvels. From what I can tell, one of those wandering seasons is now coming to a close. In the months ahead, you will have a growing clarity about where your future power spot is located —and may even find the elusive sanctuary called “home.” Here’s a good way to prepare for this transition: Spend a few hours telling yourself the story of your origins. Remember CANCER (June 21-July 22) In 1504, Michelangelo finished his sculpture of the Biblical hero David. But all the major events of your life as if you were watching a movie. he hadn’t been the first person to toil on the 17-foot-high block of marble.

Forty years earlier, the artist Agostino di Duccio was commissioned to carve CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) David out of the stone. His work was minimal, however. He did little more than You have been slowing to a crawl as you approach an exciting transition. But I’m create the rough shape of the legs and torso. In 1476, Antonio Rossellino here to advise you to resume normal speed. There’s no need for excessive caution. resumed where Agostino had stopped, but he didn’t last long, either. By the You have paid your dues; you have made your meticulous arrangements; you have time Michelangelo launched his effort, the massive slab had languished for 25 performed your quiet heroisms. Now it’s time to relax into the rewards you have years. I see parallels between this story and your own, Cancerian. I suspect earned. Lighten your mood, Capricorn. Welcome the onrushing peace and start that you will be invited to take on a project that has been on hold or gotten de- planning how you will capitalize on your new freedom. layed. This may require you to complete labors that were begun by others—or maybe instigated by you when you were in a very different frame of mind.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

“Most people reach the top of the ladder of success only to find it’s leaning against the wrong wall.” Aquarian actor Paul Sorensen said that. It’s no coincidence that I’m bringing this theory to your attention right now. The coming months will be a good time to determine whether the ladder you have been climbing is leaning against the right or wrong wall. My advice is to question yourself at length. Be as objective as possible. Swear to tell yourself the whole truth. If, after your investigations, you decide it is indeed the wrong wall, climb down from the ladder and haul it over to the right wall.

And if you’re satisfied that you are where you should be, celebrate!

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

When he served as Italian Prime Minister, Silvio Berlusconi denigrated the cuisine of Finland. “Finns don’t even know what prosciutto is,” he sneered. At best, he said, their food is to be “endured.” He mocked the “marinated reindeer” they eat. But Finland fought back against the insults. In an international pizza contest held in New York, their chefs won first prize for their “Pizza Berlusconi,” a specialty pizza that featured marinated reindeer. The Italian entry finished second. I foresee you enjoying a comparable reversal in the coming months, Pisces. And it all begins now.

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1866; www.hauntedwilmington.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 North Carolina. 793-6393 or History@ wilburjones.com

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.Market and Water streets. $12 for adults, $5 per child.

(910) 251-8889 or www.horsedrawntours.com

SCREEN GEMS STUDIOS TOURS

Guests will get an insider’s look at the largest studio complex east of California and experience the rich history of EUE/Screen Gems and the films and television shows produced at the facility over the last three decades. Attendees will walk the 10-stage working lot have access to sounds stages and go behind the scenes of the CBS series “Under the Dome.”

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and television industry in the screening theater where many famous producers, directors and actors have reviewed footage of productions shot at the studio. Tours will be hosted on Saturdays and Sundays at 10 am, 12 noon and 2 pm weather permitting throughout the summer.

Tours will continue throughout 2014 and beyond. Please check the tour hotline to confirm times throughout the fall and winter. 1223 23rd St. North $12 for adults; $10 for students and military personnel with an ID; $5 for children under 12. Admission is cash only at this time.

(910) 343-3433 or http://studios.euescreengems.com/nc/tours.

ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOURS

Saturdays: The tours showcase the architectural, social, and cultural history of two of Wilmington’s historic neighborhoods. The Streetcar Suburbs tour tells the story of Wilmington’s first two suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights, and their restoration and renewal.

These neighborhoods developed around the City’s streetcar route. The Forest Hills tour focuses on the first automobile oriented suburb which originally developed outside the city limits. The tours last approximately 1 ? hours. We recommend reservations. Call 910-762-2511 or email membership@historicwilmington. org for more details and to ensure a place on the tour. The Forest Hills tour begins at Forest Hills Elementary School, 602 Colonial Drive (parking area), and the Streetcar tour begins at Temple Baptist Church, 1801 Market Street (parking lot). The cost is $10, $5 for students.

Special tours for groups of 2 or more are available--call us to arrange your group’s tour!

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