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am one of the fortunate few who have managed to find a way to quite literally do what I love all day. In my case, it’s rummaging through old books at a used bookstore.

Though this hardly sounds like a marketable skill, it was how I spent my lunch hour almost everyday for the last year of real employment before my family bought our bookstore. I like to say that every morning of my life is like Chirstmas: It starts with me opening a box, and I have no idea what’s in it.

A couple of weeks ago, I unearthed a copy of the “Field Guide to the U.S. Economy.” As faithful readers of this column can imagine, it riveted my attention, and by the time I looked up, three potentially productive hours completely escaped. About the size and shape of a small “Farside” cartoon book, every two-page spread addresses a specific economic question with a cartoon, graph and short bit of prose, all filled with facts and information.

How did I not know about this?

It is produced by the Center for Popular Economics (CPE), which has been around since 1978. Located in Amherst, Massachusetts, they seek to demystify the study of economics, and to make tools for the discussion of economic inequality available to educators and activists. The hope is to enable people to pursue economic and social justice. I think part of what I particularly liked about this book was the amount of information about the disparity between men and women.

People who have taken freshman philosophy like to knowingly reference Marx’s “Opiate of the Masses” quote and allude to his feelings about the danger of comics. Personally, I love comics; I love the blend between the visual message and witty text that drives home a point in an instant and can stay with me for years. So, the choice to use a comic on nearly

every page, along with a graph, is pretty brilliant. The copy I found of “The Field Guide to U.S. Economics” was published in the mid-90s, so it’s pretty out of date. None the less, it remains interesting as a reference point for where we were during the eight most prosperous years of the second half of the 20th century.

A more recent edition with some startling info includes a cartoon containing the following text: “Studies show that women with ‘sexy’ names like Dawn and Cheryl are less likely to be promoted to managerial positions than women with names like Bill or Roger.”

The accompanied graph informs us that in 2003 2 percent of Fortune 500 CEOs were women.

Wow! Taken with the info from the graph, it draws an average 2004 CEO salary at $9,600,000, with the average doctor making $138,490 of the same year. It does rather boggle the mind that we think we have come so far that certain points could be moot, but, really, they aren’t.

Another entry explains Gross Domestic Product rather simply before introducing Gross Progress Indicator (GPI) and, then, comparing the two. GPI looks at a variety of other factors that impact households directly, which I will explore more in another column. The point of this book is to give a taste of information and a guide for learning more about it—not for the short entries to be the ultimate topical source of information.

Just when I really was enjoying the book and comparison of various statistics came a looming reminder that numbers might not lie but the way we use numbers lies. Oh, yeah, right. That.

A fun way to understand numbers and the economy By: Gwenyfar Rohler

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While driving a few days later, and listening to the news on the radio, a report came on about this quarter’s unemployment claims falling to the lowest in years. There was no mention that it might be because our government passed legislation in NC ending longterm unemployment fillings—just the good news that unemployment claims are down.

The next news story was that foreclosures went up. I have to say, the obvious relationship between these two pieces of information was overwhelming to me. It reminded me of a basic point that I keep trying to make in this column: Everything is connected.

Parts of our economy do not happen in a vacuum. Our decisions affect each other.

Perhaps that is part of why I was so happy to see so much information about the difference in the economic picture for men and women. Back in 2006 when President Sirleaf was elected to the presidency of Liberia, and two months later, Portia Simpson Miller became Prime Minister of Jamaica, I commented to one of my then co-workers how excited I was about it.

“Oh, is this just a woman thing?” he asked.

“Excuse me? You mean is this just a half the population of the world thing?”

It was like we were in are cartoon from the field guide. Sometimes art does mimic life and vice versa.

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Winging it in Wilmington:

New encore intern details life adjustments from Ireland to southeast America By: Fiona O’Sullivan

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ometimes I think moving to a new country would be a little easier if there were more common standards regarding day-to-day necessities. Let me explain: Sure, there’s the currency exchange, which I can’t really complain about since the euro is performing strongly against the dollar.

This means my euros buy me more dollars, and with that I am able to spend more. Lucky me!

But other things do get irritating—for instance electrical adapters. Before I came to the U.S., I made the mistake of leaving all my packing until the last minute—the very last minute (the day before I left to be exact). So, it’s no surprise I forgot to pack a couple of items, like one shoe (not much good without the other, right?), new shorts, work clothes, an adapter for my laptop and a mobile adapter. Epic fail!

It wasn’t until I arrived and unpacked my suitcases I realized I left such items behind. At the time, Mom kindly sent over my other shoe and clothes, but I needed the adapter for my laptop, hair straightener and phone charger ASAP. It’s not some-

thing I really wanted to wait for up to three weeks in the post.

I spent a number of days shopping around for an Irish/UK adapter and went to all the usual places I thought they’d be sold: Radio Shack, Lowe’s, etc. It turned out to be more difficult than I expected, as sales staff misunderstood my request for a European adapter—which is tiny in comparison to an Irish/UK one. It didn’t help either that I received strange looks when I tried explaining it: “a three-pronged plug, that’s pretty big and square-shaped.”

After I spent a week with frizzy hair and unable to use Facebook, I shockingly discovered the one place which sold the adapter: Walmart. While it did serve me well in the beginning, I’ve learned these adapters are not for long-term use. Fortunately, in work there’s a spare laptop charger, but back at my rental home sparks fly everywhere. It’s a little dance we do: Plug it in.

Sparks fly. Rush to pull it out and plug in again...just to get it to charge!

Apparently, I am not electrically mind-

ed. I didn’t know about the voltage difference between Ireland (220 volts) and the U.S. (110 volts). Less power doesn’t bode well for my hair straightener. Too bad the frizzy hair look doesn’t seem to be in this summer!

Another aspect of life made simpler would be if spellings of words remained the same as back home. Though it may sound odd, working in the journalism industry requires adjustments. When I first started working at encore, it took a while to change “color” from “colour,” “neighbor” from “neighbour,” etc. During my first week, my editor requested I change the settings on my laptop to English (U.S.). Well, my laptop has a mind of its own; it must be more homesick than I am. It constantly changes my English (Ireland) without warning.

It turns out to be quite confusing in the proofing process—training my eye to correct something which has been ingrained since childhood. As the saying goes: “Old habits die hard.”

As well, I’ve had to find different ways

of saying certain phrases to be understood. Last week someone from home asked, “Fiona, did you just say sidewalk?”

He teased me about getting back to my roots and sticking to “footpath.” I’m beginning to feel like I’m speaking two different languages.

This was evident a few weeks ago when I cut my finger and asked my roommate for “a plaster.” She looked at me bewildered.

“I mean ‘band-aid’—or whatever you call it!” I responded.

I later learned that “plaster” here is something used only in the construction of walls or for art projects.

Last week, someone who wondered into the encore office—and who reads my column (thank you!)—complained that I don’t sound “Irish” enough. It’s a comment I’ve endured since I was 12. My dad often blamed my “Americanized Irish” accent on TV. What can say? I loved “Sabrina, the Teenage Witch,” MTV and Nickelodeon.

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News of the Weird with Chuck Shepherd LEAD STORY Roach Motel At age 20, Kyle Kandilian of Dearborn, Mich., has created a start-up business to fund his college expenses, but it involves a roomful (in the family home) of nearly 200,000 cockroaches. The environmental science major at University of Michigan-Dearborn breeds species ranging from the familiar household pests, which he sells on the cheap as food for other people’s pets, to the more interesting, exotic Madagascar hissing roaches and rhino roaches, which can live for 10 to 15 years.

(Kandilian told the Detroit Free Press in July that of the 4,000 cockroach species, only about a dozen are pests.) Why not choose a more conventional “pet”? Because “(m) ammals smell,” he said. (Missing from the Free Press story: details on the likely interesting initial conversation between Kyle and his mother when he asked if he could have 200,000 cockroaches in the house.)

Can’t Possibly Be True A 55-year-old woman in the Netherlands seemed to be experiencing orgasms emanating from her foot, she said, and Dr. Marcel Waldinger of Utrecht University (writing in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, online in June) produced a possible explanation. The applicable left foot

nerve enters the spinal cord at about the same level as the vaginal nerve, Waldinger wrote, and the woman’s recent foot injury might have caused the nerves to cross. The woman reported “five or six” orgasms per day that felt exactly like “regular” orgasms and, she said, were making her feel terribly guilty and embarrassed. After treatment with a nerve anesthetic, she reported being orgasm-free (in the foot, at least) for eight months.

The intersection of West Gateway Boulevard and North Congress Avenue in Boynton Beach, Fla. (pop. 60,000), is nine lanes wide, busy even at 11 p.m. on Sunday night, as it was at that time in July when a 2-yearold girl darted across, a combination of good fortune and sometimes-rare Florida driver alertness allowing her safe arrival on the other side without a scratch. “It’s a miracle,” said Harry Scott, who witnessed it. “I’m telling you the truth.” Mom Kayla Campbell, 26, was charged with felony neglect, as she appeared “oblivious,” said police, to the child’s absence from home.

An unnamed restaurateur from Nagoya, Japan, has filed a lawsuit against an affiliate of the country’s largest organized crime syndicate, Yamaguchi-gumi, demanding a refund of “protection” money she had been paying

for more than 12 years (in total, the equivalent of about $170,000). The affiliate, Kodokai, burned down a bar in 2010, killing people, in a similar protection arrangement that went bad, and the plaintiff said she, too, was threatened with arson when she decided to stop paying. According to an expert on Japanese “yakuza,” a relative of one of the victims of the 2010 fire may also sue Kodo-kai.

Unclear on the Concept In June, following his guilty plea in Corpus Christi, Texas, to possession of child pornography, Jose Salazar, 70, offered to perform public service to reduce the 12-year sentence a federal judge had handed him. Salazar said he “had a lot to offer society,” according to an Associated Press story, and could be “useful” in mentoring children.

At Atherstone, England’s, Twycross Zoo, a program is underway to try to teach quarter-ton giant tortoises to speed up. An extended outdoor pen had been built for Speedy (age 70), Tim, 40, and Shelly, 30, but that meant it took a longer time to round them up for bed at the end of the day. The Leicester Mercury reported in June that zoo officials were trying to use the lure of food to get the tortoises to significantly improve their way-under-1-mile-per-hour gait.

Actually, It Might Enhance the Experience: The British sex toy manufacturer Ann Summers issued a recall in June of a certain model of its popular Ultimate O Vibrator because of a problem with the electrical charger. The company said it was being cautious but that the risk of danger is low.

Inexplicable Tina Marie Garrison, 37, and her son Junior Lee Dillon, 18, of Preston, Minn., were charged in June with stealing almost $5,000 worth of gopher feet from the freezer of a gopher trapper in Granger, Minn., and selling them for the local offered bounty of $3 per pair. Garrison, Dillon, and the victimized trapper were friends, and it was not clear why the thinly populated gopher-foot market would not have deterred Garrison and Dillon.

Louann Giambattista, 55, a 33-year-veteran American Airlines flight attendant, filed a lawsuit against the company in July alleging that it had subjected her to baseless hassles because of co-workers’ accusations that, argued her attorney, were wrongly “making her out to be a nut.” One of the accusations was that she was “hiding rats in her underwear (and pantyhose) and sneaking them onto planes” based apparently on Giambattista’s hobby of raising pets at home. The airline has allegedly subjected her to enhanced security measures for more than a year, allegedly causing her post-traumatic stress disorder and “debilitating anxiety.”

Strange Old World The Best of the International Press: In July, the governor of Gorontalo province in Indonesia decreed that female secretaries should be replaced immediately with males. He was responding to a recent excessive spate of extramarital affairs by male bureaucrats with their female secretaries. (“[O]ld women who are no longer attractive” could also be hired, he said.)

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or most people, the term “Exquisite Corpse” seems a little strange and perhaps ironic.

But this artistic tradition stems from creative beginnings. Invented by the Surrealists, the idea of the Exquisite Corpse (also known as Exquisite Cadaver or Rotating Corpse) is a method through which words or images are collectively assembled and added to the composition in a sequence. At the end of the collaboration, the entire composition is revealed.

Today’s manifestation of the process draws inspiration from the old parlor game of Consequences, which used words rather than images. André Breton, founder of Surrealism, notes that the game started in fun and turned into something entirely enriching. Original Surrealist players included Marcel Duchamp, Yves Tanguy, Joan Miró and Man Ray to name a few, so this artistic tradition is in good company. The name itself derives from these Surrealist artistic gatherings. After one rousing round of Exquisite Corpse, they would state, “The exquisite corpse shall drink the new wine.” Meaning—well, who knows what, really—those Surrealists were into the subconscious.

Traditionally, the image unfolds in thirds: One person creates the head, conceals it; an-

other creates the torso, conceals it; and then someone else createsH the feet, ultimately revealing a composite image. Artists can also cre-B ate images by playing with only two people and collaging rather thani solely drawing.

In Wilmington, the Cape FearS Corpsers are keeping this traditiona alive. Their exhibition at Bottega Artc Gallery and Wine Bar in downtown Wilmington provides an oppor-p tunity to see the creativity of this collaborative process and forcesb viewers to understand that beauty is not always found in uniformf

Cape Fear Corpsers reveal pieced-together oddities at Bottega By: Sarah Richter

perfection. b Founded in 2010 by Drew Craven and Rachel Kastner, the Corpsers have a long list ofi local alumni. This exhibition at Bottega features the work of active members Benjamin Bill-s ingsley, Georgia Mastroieni and Todd Carignan, but also other members who aren’t working on current projects: Drew Craven, Colleen Ringrose, Rachel Kastner, Sam Guin, Lenag Moschet, September Krueger, Rob Temple and Don Perkins. Exchanging artwork, one artistf completes the head, the other the body, and a third the legs. Every three weeks, there isw a reveal to see the creations which Todd Carignan says can be “magical, hilarious, horrify-t

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HAPPY PILL: “A happy hand points the trendy boots,” by Todd Carignan, Drew Craven, and Benjamin Billingsley. Courtesy photo

ing—or a combination of all three.”

Carignan works primarily as a portraitist.

Stating that his process as a commissioned artist can often be painstaking to capture a client’s likeness, the Cape Fear Corpsers provides him a level of creative license that balances out his artistic process. “It’s great fun to be able to create collaboratively, yet by yourself, with no rules except my selfimposed rule to make the transitions as seamless as possible.”

Drawing inspiration from everything, Carignan notes the group allows him to try different mediums at a whim. “From week to week I may paint, draw or collage my section of the figure in whatever style I feel like using. [The result is] always a surprise, and that is what keeps me coming back week after week.”

Benjamin Billingsley, local artist and educator, grew up surrounded by artists and creativity. “I don’t remember a time I didn’t draw or paint; I always had access to art materials and books,” he reports.

As a child, Billingsley played the game with family members, and as an art teacher at CFCC, he always uses an Exquisite Corpse drawing project.

Billingsley is drawn by the collaborative nature of the Cape Fear Corpsers. “This group allows each of us to explore avenues that are less serious or at least different from our normal work—plus it’s fun!”

Billingsley loves illustration and cartoons, so this group provides him with the opportunity to explore that artistic passion in an entertaining and unique way. “It takes some of the pressure or seriousness out of the art process,” he shares. “It’s like the way you drew for your own enjoyment as a child. This is an important point to make because once art-making becomes your profession, many people find that it becomes work. If it’s a ‘job,’ you might lose the sense of enjoyment you get from art as a young person.”

Georgia Mastroieni, artist and educator for Cameron Art Museum, has had a passion for art her entire life. Like Billingsley, she uses the Exquisite Corpse project in her classes to get children to find the beauty of collaboration and understand that in art, there are no mistakes, only happy accidents.

“It’s fun to work with such talented artists but also an exciting challenge to create something based off of the small indication of what was previously drawn to decide what comes next,” Mastroieni, a recent member to the group, says. “It’s fun to be able to express a playful sense of artistic freedom in my work.”

One of the best parts of the entire process for Mastroieni is the reveal. “After working for three weeks, we can all come together and reveal what we’ve created,” she tells. “It’s so great to see how everything turned out and to discuss everyone’s thought process when they were creating their section.”

The exhibition opens on August 23rd at Bottega as part of the Fourth Friday Gallery walk. More information about the Corpsers can be found on their website, www.capefearcorpsers.org.

DETAILS: Cape Fear Corpsers show Bottega Art Gallery and Wine Bar 208 N. Front Street Opens Friday, August 23rd www.capefearcorpsers.org

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In July, we will be featuring the unique work of Kay Bilisoly, a Wilmington artist and member of ArtExposure. We will be sponsoring a “Paint Out in the Park” at the end of July. This will be in conjuction with the Onslow Outdoor Painters Society (OOPS). There is no entry fee, but you need to fill out our a participation form (online under Events) to be included in the August show at ArtExposure. The show will feature the plein air works of participating artists at the Paint Out.

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Come out for the Fourth Friday Gallery Walk on August 23 and see the colorful collection of Jared Tramaglini, influenced by his love for the outdoors. Having climbed the Rockies and sailed the Caribbean, Tramaglini’s works exude a bright spirit of adventure. Opening reception is 6 -9 PM; join us for wine and Lativa coffee. Tramaglini’s collection will be featured until September 26. Cape Fear Native features art, jewelry, pottery, photography and more, all original designs by local artists in the Cape Fear area. We also have sail bags by Ella Vickers and jewelry by Half United. Stop in and support your local creative community.

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Figments Gallery offers a fresh mix of eclectic work from local and international artists of all genres. Come by for an Open House Exhibit featuring new artists on the Second Friday of every month from 6-8 p.m. It’s a great event to connect with the arts community!

Join us July 12th for “My Muses: The Spirits that Move Me” open-house exhibit featuring 2 and 3-D art in metal, mixed media, and re-purposed objects by Linda Hartman.

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Emotional Exploration: Browncoat succeeds in expansion of the Peanuts gang

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he Browncoat Pub and Theatre has been on a roll lately with really great shows: “Rosaline and Baldasar,” “William and Judith,” “One Up,” and now Bert V. Royal’s “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead.”

“Dog Sees God” turns on the conceit that the Peanuts gang has aged out of elementary school and into high school, with all of the usual challenges of adolescence: identity crises, drugs, sex, bad judgment and, above all, the desire to re-invent yourself to escape your past. Pig-Pen, for example, is now called Matt (Patrick Basquill) and has become a neat freak who wears a button-down shirt and a tie to school every day. Linus van Pelt, now using just Van as his moniker (Atwood Boyd), morphed into the classic philosopher/pothead.

Charlie Brown, known now as CB (Josh Bailey), is a jock and a bully. (Guess he finally did kick that football.)

The show opens with Snoopy dying and CB questioning what comes after this life: Do dogs go to heaven? The loss of his most constant friend is the beginning of an existential crisis that threatens to unravel his life. He visits with each of his friends, asking them what they think happens after death. His sister (Beth Raynor) has decided to be Wiccan this week, though last week she was a Holy Roller. So right now she suggests asking Hecate to bring him back to life. The party girls Tricia “Peppermint Patty”(Jessica Farmer) and Marcy (Liz Bernardo) aren’t much help either, so CB wanders into the music room where he finds Beethoven “Schroeder” (Nick Reed) practicing Chopin.

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cast since his father went to jail for child molestation. CB, Matt and the other jocks bully him to the point of physical torture and damage. He’s counting the days to get out of this hell, and until then he just wants to be left alone to practice some piano. But in walks CB with his grief about Snoopy, and both of their lives are about to change irrevocably.

So all this sounds like heavy material, but in true Peanuts style, the writing is in fact very, very funny—usually at the expense of the characters. The full gamut of human emotions plays out on stage from outright elation to confusion to depression and back again. The performances of the actors take the audience on a roller coaster ride in the microcosm of this high school.

Reed’s Beethoven was really a nice surprise. Rather than looking for lots of stereotypes with response to trauma, Reed presents Beethoven as a person consumed with one focus: survival. There is no long-term plan here, just, let’s get through the next hour. All new experiences and information are weighed against his past experience and left in a holding area to see how it might play out against him. He’s not simply angry, or scared; he’s very complex, and that makes him all the more sympathetic as a character.

His small, happy, inwardly turning smile after CB leaves the music room is a beautiful moment of multiple emotions creeping across his face: Hope? Joy? Desire? Safety? Redemption? All these questions appear and disappear in that moment.

The clowns of the script are more like Emmett Kelly sad clowns than they realize.

Bernardo and Farmer as the popular mean girls are funny but in that incredibly sad and pitiful way that one can’t help but wonder how so much meanness can spill out of two people so easily. After their first very loud, very screechy appearance, I cringed at every

sight of them—which is exactly the response they should illicit.

Atwood Boyd’s Van as the pothead philosopher was equally funny, and more endearing for his inherent kindness. Still, there was an element of sadness. Though he nails the character in the popular imagination, one can’t help but look at him and wonder at the waste of this mind. Linus would quote full passages of the Bible and philosophers from memory, and though Van pulls out one of these, it’s sad to think that such a beautiful brain would be going to waste. Aside from losing his blanket, what demons could he be running from so hard? And how have they made him so much more tender than his cohorts? Living comfortably in his own cloud of smoke, he

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doesn’t have to face these questions. Boyd embraces all the humor of the pothead stereotype and runs with it. His sweet smile is always the prelude to a good belly laugh for the audience.

When it comes to no-holds-barred comic moments, Patrick Basquill and Beth Raynor take the cake. Both have scenes pitting them as the comic relief that are so embarrassing to watch I wanted to hide my face in my hands. Raynor’s monologue about transforming not into a butterfly but a platypus is quite the sendup of performance art as interpreted by a 14-year-old girl. She sells it. I wanted to get up onstage to give her a hug and then lead her away. I laughed, then my eyes teared up in sympathy for her. Poor thing.

Basquill’s rendition of the ultimate bully/ sex-crazed misogynist was incredibly funny but also really disturbing. It’s going to be a long time before I get the image out of my head of him reenacting the four-hour-long consolation blow job he conned a girl into by telling her his mother died. But more than that, when it comes to the truly sadistic moments, he radiates hate. I was wound so tight watching him that when he did snap, I physically jumped in my seat.

I have to admit I was very curious to see this show. Director Steve Coley has been speaking of it for about three years. Consequently, he has really spent time planning every detail, and it is evident. Color and sound are both motifs that Coley likes to utilize in his work. The soundtrack is listed in the program as a collaborative effort with the cast: Each brought in music to represent their characters, which is an exercise I would expect from Coley, who communicates volumes in his life through music. The color choices on the modular set are fascinating— make sure to give them a good look so you don’t miss the clues he has planted there.

But, of course, all of that only serves to complement a really interesting script and solid performances. The first weekend sold out Friday and Saturday nights—get your tickets early.

DETAILS: Dog Sees God ★★★★★ Browncoat Pub and Theatre 111 Grace St. • (910) 341-0001 Aug. 22-25, Aug. 29-Sept. 1 Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sundays, 5 p.m.

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Reggie’s Fest will rock out for a friend who beat cancer

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Cameron Art Museum 3201 S. 17th St. 8/25, 2 p.m. • FREE, donations accepted

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he word “cancer” symbolizes many things: illness, weakness, fear. But the battle against it—which almost 2 million new Americans begin each year— symbolizes the opposite: strength, hope and bravery. To such a battle Wilmingtonian Zack Henderson is no stranger.

“Zack is a real good friend of mine and all of the rest of the Reggie’s staff and regulars,” Charles Krueger says.

Krueger is part owner of Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern as well as the vocalist of local metal act ThunderLip. A few months ago, Henderson was diagnosed with testicular cancer.

“Since, he has been dealing with everything that comes with it,” Krueger tells. “Surgery, chemotherapy, fatigue, time off work, so on and so forth.”

Despite the history of grueling medical treatment, Henderson’s latest check-up revealed a silver lining: He now has a clean bill of health.

“We figured it would be a good time to have Reggie’s Fest, where we can celebrate Zack and get some money together to help him with medical expenses, personal bills, and, hopefully, enough to take some more time off for a vacation rather than illness,” Krueger describes.

Reggie’s Fest will be a two-night event hosted Friday, August 23rd, and Saturday, August 24th, featuring live regional music, raffles and even a dunk tank. Gift certificates from Flaming Amy’s, Chop’s Deli, Memory Lane Comics, Gravity Records, Surf City Surf Shop, and from a few local tattoo parlors and skate shops will be up for grabs.

“I’ve got some local artists who are going to donate jewelry and art that will probably be in a silent auction,” Krueger adds.

For the tank, Krueger says there is no set list of “dunkees,” but he and his co-owners will be ready to swim for the cause, including Matt Hearn from the band White Tiger and the Bed of Roses, and English Rich. “There’s probably gonna be a line around the block to dunk Rich,” Krueger quips. “Other than that, hopefully, it’ll turn into a ‘Dunk Your Favorite Local Musician.’ Anybody know how to get a hold of Ricky Meeks or Rick Star?”

While the dunks and auction will go down both nights from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., each evening will have its own set list of varied rock acts. “These are all bands that we’ve either played with before and liked, have members

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ROCK FOR THE CAUSE: Mountain Thrower will perform as part of Reggie’s Fest on Friday, August 23rd. Courtesy photo in, or members have been in ThunderLip (Crusades, White Tiger, Iron Head and Mountain Thrower)—or that we really like and figured they’d add to an already awesome lineup,” Krueger reveals. “I personally can’t wait to check out Demon Eye again and All Them Witches.”

Friday night’s music will kick off at 10 p.m. with A Bottle Volcanic. Formed locally in 2010, the four-part band brings about experimental and garage-rock elements to make its own brand of indie-folk. At 11 p.m., Mountain Thrower will take the stage. Composed of drummer Ben Lanier, bassist Chris Bare and guitarist John Manning, the group plays heavy, ‘70s-style rock.

Demon Eye, performing at midnight, offers a sound reminiscent of Black Sabbath, Pentagram and early Iron Maiden. The act rocks with two New Yorkers and two Southerners, now based in Raleigh: Bill Eagen (drums, vocals); Paul Walz (bass); Larry Burlison (lead guitar); and Erik Sugg (guitar, vocals).

Finishing up Friday night will be White Tiger and the Bed of Roses at 1 a.m.. They’ll dish out hard rock with a side of punk.

Setting up the second night at Reggie’s, Vince’s Bass Explosion will play at 9 p.m., followed by The You’re Gonna Die and Go to Hells at 10 p.m. The band’s catalog of titles prove just as eye-catching as its moniker: “Barbara Hates The Needles,” “I Still Have a Landline” and “I Was a Teenage Werewolf” all offer guitar-laden punk edge and staccato vocals. That act will be followed by the Nashville-based All Them Witches, serving psychedelic rock.

The 11 o’clock hour will host Ironhead,

a local band which has been releasing fulllength and seven-inch albums since 2005.

The rock/punk trio comprises Johnny “Sonic” Yeagher (vocals, guitar), Angela Yeagher (bass, vocals), and Brad “Catfish” Ellington (drums).

The rock of Crusades—featuring musicians Johnny Collins (drums) and Jason Shi (vocals, guitar, bass)—will take the stage at midnight.

The final act will consist of ThunderLip at 1 a.m. on Saturday. The band is rounded out

by Krueger, James Yopp (guitar), Johnny Yeagher (guitar), Angela Yeagher (bass), and Johnny Collins (drums).

“I’ve heard that we have an early ‘70s metal thing going on (U.F.O., Judas Priest, Maiden),” Krueger says of the group’s sound. “We’ll be playing a bunch of stuff that’s gonna be on our new album, ‘Battle Cries and Lies,’ that’s coming out this fall. I think it sounds completely different than our older albums.”

Krueger urges fans to come out and throw in their two cents about ThunderLip’s new groove. Ultimately, though, the night is just as much about regional music as it is a fundraiser for a friend. “Zack is the kind of guy that would really do anything for you and expect nothing in return,” Krueger says.

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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.” Sacred Harp survives as a living tradition in parts of the South—recognizably in Georgia and Alabama but also here in Wilmington.Sacred Harp music has been discovered by new generations of singers who have spread the heritage across North America and to Australia and Europe. The music is loud, vigorous and intense; it is meant to be sung and not just observed.

One More Time Ziggy’s by the Sea 208 Market St. 8/27, 9 p.m. • $10

This tribute to Daft Punk recreates the show of the French electronic music duo.

They pair dons replica chrome helmets and performs on a full-scale pyramid stage to create a Daft Punk-inspired vibe. Attendees can expect an encore in electroluminescent suits, reminiscent of the “Alive 2007” tour, as well as a portion of the show devoted to One More Time’s own remixes.

Reggie’s Fest Friday-Saturday, August 23rd-24th Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern 1415 S. 42nd St. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $8/night; $12/both nights (910) 799-6465

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MAPPING OUT ROCK: South Carolina-based Atlas Road Crew feeds off classic rockers such as John Bonham, Gregg Allman and Warren Haynes. The band will perform on Thursday, August 22nd with Tigger Clarkson Band at The Whiskey in downtown Wilmington. Courtesy photo

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 DJ —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 OPEN MUSIC JAM HOSTED BY SHANNON GILMORE & TOMMY KAISER 7PM —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 3996977

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DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 DJ KEYBO —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

KARAOKE (9PM) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.; 762-4050

DJ LORD WALRUS —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 2562776

OPEN MIC (9PM) —Halftime Sports Bar and Grill, 1107 New Pointe Blvd, Leland; 859-7188

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OPEN MIC NIGHT W/ HOST SEAN THOMAS GERARD —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

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

SHAKEDOWN STREET WITH THE DUBTOWN COSMONAUTS —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

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PLAN: B DUO (10PM) —The Landing; 300 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach 707-0202

DJ MARY —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 KARAOKE —Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373 KARAOKE (8PM-1AM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach KARAOKE W/ DJ A.M.P. —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044 PARACHUTE, MATT HIRES, ANDREW RIPP —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

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KARAOKE WITH DJ BREWTAL —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 CLAY CROTTS 10PM-1AM —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 OPEN MIC —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 OPEN MIC —Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373 KARAOKE —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 DISCOTHEQUE THURS. WITH DJ’S DST AND MATT EVANS —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

—Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044 OPEN MIC 7-10PM —Grinder’s Cafe, 5032 Wrightsville Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 859-8266 SEA PANS (STEEL DRUMS, 7-10PM) —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 THIRSTY THURSDAY TEAM TRIVIA WITH SHERRI “SO VERY” (7-9PM) —Whiskey Trail at the Creek, 4039 Masonboro Loop Rd.; 399-3266 JAZZ NIGHT WITH MARC SIEGEL 6PM-8PM —Atlanta Bread Company, 6886 Main St. (Mayfaire), Wilmington, NC. (910) 509-2844 DUTCH’S THURSDAY NIGHT TRIVIA 7-9PM —Frank’s Classic American Grill, 6309 Market St., 910228-5952 OPEN MIC NIGHT WITH DENNIS BRINSON (8PM) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 DJ SHAFT —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 M-80S (8PM-12AM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach ATLAS ROAD CREW, TIGGER CLARKSON BAND —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 FIRE DANCING & DRUMS (8PM) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 KIM DICSO —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

DJ KEYBO —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

BILLY WALTON BAND —Carolina Beach Boardwalk; 910-458-8434

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TOP 40 DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

GIVE THANKS BAND —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.; 762-4050

TRIVIA WITH STEVE (8:30PM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

BIBIS ELLISON —Towne Tap & Grill, 890 Town Center Dr.; 256-6224

ROCKIN’ TRIVIA WITH PARTY GRAS DJ (9 P.M.) —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805

JOHN MIELCARSKI —Shell Island Resort, 2700 N. Lumina Ave., 256-8696

KARAOKE —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 2562269 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 FISH EYE VIEW 9PM —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 HOUSE/TECHNO DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 DJ BATTLE —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109

ERIC KEELY, 9PM —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 FIREWORK (KATY PERRY TRIBUTE) —Downtown Sundown; riverfront downtown, 763-7349

THE PHANTOM PLAYBOYS —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796

PLAN: B DUO (9PM) —Slainte Irish Pub, 21756 US 17, Hampstead; 329-1515

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

MIXGROTTO MIXTAPE RELEASE PARTY W/ PRETEND SURPRISE!, DEAD RATTLES, THE BLACK HELLATONES, SEAN THOMAS GERARD, AARON HARVEY 9PM —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

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STEPHEN GOSSIN —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.; 762-4050

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MAKO BAND —Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area, Pleasure Island, 458-8434

PARMALEE —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

A FULL DISH 9PM-12AM —Buffalo Wild Wings, 5533 Carolina Beach Rd., Monkey Junction; 392-7224

OPEN MUSIC JAM HOSTED BY SHANNON GILMORE & TOMMY KAISER 7PM —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 3996977

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 DJBE EXTREME KARAOKE (9PM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 DJ BATTLE —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109 KARAOKE (10PM) —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

DJ MILK AND MATT EVANS —Sputnik, 23 N. Front St.

HOUSE/TECHNO DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

DJ TURTLE —Station 21, 21 N. Front St., Wilmington, NC

FLANNEL REBELLION —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

KARAOKE W/ DJ A.M.P. —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

BASS PARADE —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872

DJ KEYBO —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

KARAOKE —Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988

DJ SIR NICK BLAND —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 2562776

KELLY & WOODY SHOW —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. DUTCH TREET (8PM-12AM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

CRISSIE MCCREE (7PM) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

AXIOM 8PM —Fermental, 7250-B Market St.; 821-0362

TOM NOONAN, JANE HOUSEAL —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

DJ KEYBO —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401

PIANO —Circa 1922, 8 N. Front St.; 762-1922

REGGIE FEST —Reggie’s, 1415 S. 42nd St.

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

KARAOKE WITH MIKE NORRIS —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

DJKAHUNA —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

MIKE O’DONNELL (DANCE, CLASSIC, 7-10PM) —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

BLP —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

THE TARLATANS —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 DJ MILK AND SBZ —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

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TD MACDONALD (ROCKIN BLUES, 1-5PM) —Havana’s; 1 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, 458-2822 ROB RONNER 9PM-12AM —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464 THE SCHOOLBOYS 9PM-12AM —Buffalo Wild Wings, 5533 Carolina Beach Rd., Monkey Junction; 392-7224 MONICA JANE —Shell Island Resort, 2700 N. Lumina Ave., 256-8696 KENNEDY PARK (COURTYARD); JEREMY NORRIS AND THE BUCKSHOT BAND (ROOFTOP, 7-10PM) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 LYNNE & THE WAVE —Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave., Kure Beach; 4588216 REGGIE FEST —Reggie’s, 1415 S. 42nd St.

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SUNDAYS

GIVE THANKS BAND —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

WORLD TAVERN

40 EAST (8PM-12AM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach DHIM (REGGAE) —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

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BELLYDANCE HAFRA, SARA BEAMAN —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 JAM SANDWICH —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 BENJY TEMPLETON —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 MIKE BLAIR —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400

JIM ASHLEY 8PM —Fermental, 7250-B Market St.; 821-0362

DJ DST AND MATT EVANS —Sputnik, 23 N. Front St.

DANGERS OF STEREO (9:30PM) —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

SPIDER MIKE & FRIENDS (2-5PM) —Fire & Spice Gourmet, 312 Nutt St.; 762-3050

D & D SLUGGERS, CRUNK WITCH, MY PROTEGE, 10PM —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091

DJ TURTLE —Station 21, 21 N. Front St., Wilmington, NC

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

IRISH MUSIC JAM 2PM —The Dubliner, 1756 Carolina Beach Road

BEN MORROW —Elijah’s, 2 Ann St.; 343-1448

THE OTHER GUY (ACOUSTIC MIX, 7-10PM) —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina

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PIANO —Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2251

CLAY CROTTS (ALTERNATIVE) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

DJ DST AND SBZ —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington

DUBTOWN COSMONAUTS, SIGNAL FIRE —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

THE BUDDHIST PRODIGIES —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

THE CUT —Hurricane Alley’s, 5 Boardwalk Way, Carolina Beach, 707-0766

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JAIMIE & CHRIS (ACOUSTIC) —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

SACRED HARP SINGERS —Cameron Art Museum; 3201 South 17th St., 395-5999

THE OTHER GUYS (7-10PM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

DRUMS (3PM); TYLER PERRY’S CHILL BEAT LAB (10PM) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

ONE MORE TIME (DAFT PUNK TRIBUTE) —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

JAMES JARVIS (ACOUSTIC JAZZ PIANO, 7PM) —The Art Factory, 721 Surry St. MIGHTY QUINN —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

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KARAOKE WITH DJ PARTY GRAS (9PM) —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 ANANNDALE HEIGHTS —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 KARAOKE (9PM) —Bourbon Street, 35 N Front St.; 762-4050 DJ —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 OPEN MUSIC JAM HOSTED BY SHANNON GILMORE & TOMMY KAISER 7PM —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 3996977

KARAOKE (8PM-1AM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach SHAKEDOWN STREET WITH THE DUBTOWN COSMONAUTS —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

ELECTRIC MONDAYS W/ PRUITT & SCREWLOOPZ —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

OPEN MIC (9PM) —Halftime Sports Bar and Grill, 1107 New Pointe Blvd, Leland; 859-7188

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

DJ MARY —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

PLAN B DUO (OPEN MIC, 8PM-12AM) —Daddy’s Place, 14870 US Highway 17 N., Hampstead; 270-3947

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

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NEW ORLEANS SUSPECTS —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

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SHAKEDOWN STREET WITH DUBTOWN COSMONAUTS —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

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WORLD TAVERN TRIVIA HOSTED BY MUD —Buffalo Wild Wings, 5533 Carolina Beach Rd., Monkey Junction; 392-7224

KARAOKE —Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373

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KARAOKE WITH MIKE NORRIS —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

RADIOACTIVE TOY SET —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

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Saturday

COLLEGE NIGHT KARAOKE —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

KARAOKE WITH DAMON —Black Sheep Tavern, 21 N. Front St. (basement); 3993056

KARAOKE W/ DJ DOUBLE DOWN —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

AUGUST 25

DRUMMING WITH RON & ERIC (6-8PM) —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

JAMES HAFF (PIANO) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

MONDAY, AUGUST 26

LIVE MUSIC Sunday’s 4-8 p.m.

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

KARAOKE W/ DJ DOUBLE DOWN —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

OVERTIME —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500

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DJKAHUNA —Billy Goats, 6324 Market St., 392-3044

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

NICOLE THOMPSON —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

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OPEN MIC W/ JOHN INGRAM —Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 3996977

SATELLITE BLUEGRASS BAND (6-10PM) —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796

BOOTLEG DYNASTY —Ziggy’s by the Sea, 208 Market St.; (336) 722-5000

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Wednesday

CAPE FEAR BLUES JAM (EQUIPMENT PROVIDED, JUST BRING INSTRUMENT; 8PM) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

HONEYMOON PAJAMAS (6-10PM) —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach

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Tuesday

JAMES JARVIS (ACOUSTIC JAZZ PIANO, 5PM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

UNCLE HAIRY —Ocean Front Park, 105 Atlantic Ave., Kure Beach; 4588216

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L SHAPE LOT (3PM); CLAY CROTTS (8PM) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832

PLAN: B DUO (7PM) —The Trailer Bar, 1701 N. River Dr., Surf City; 541-0777

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Monday

OPEN ELECTRIC JAM (6-10PM) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621

NICOLE THOMPSON, VOCALIST; JUDSON HURD, KEYS (7PM) —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

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JAZZ JAM WITH BENNY HILL (8PM) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

TUESDAY, AUGUST 27

JOSH SOLOMON DUO —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 KARAOKE —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 MULTIMEDIA OPEN MIC (8PM) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

ED SOMECH/MARK LYNCH (6:30PM) —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 ONE FOXY NUT 10PM-1AM —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464

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The OnDemand Experiment:

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films this week

A trifecta of movies reviewed outside of the theater

Twenty Feet From Stardom, The Hunt

By: Anghus

I

t’s an interesting time for the film business.

Paradigms are shifting. Cineplexes are overcrowded with big-budget blockbusters, and leave a remarkably small amount of room for anything other than the most enormous epics and films with marquee talent above their titles. The smaller films are still around, but they are moving to other non-theatrical mediums.

Many independent films are seeking an audience via the Internet and video-on-demand services through local cable providers. The good news: There’s something for everybody out there with a broadband cable connection.

The bad news: Audiences now have a ridiculous amount of content coming at them in an endless stream of programming, so it makes it difficult to separate the wheat from the chaff.

Last week I took a break from the movie theater to see the offerings “OnDemand.”

Mainly, I wanted to know if the movie theater has any real competition.

“The Canyons” examines the very idea of the deterioration of the movie-theater experience. A sordid tale of lust and lasciviousness in Los Angeles, revolving around two couples with film-industry aspirations, the film’s penman, Bret Easton Ellis (“American Psycho”), offers familiar trappings. There’s a charming sociopath (James Deen) with impulse-control problems and the femme fatale (Lindsay Lohan); both dabble in sex games and torrid affairs. Set across the neon-soaked streets of the Sunset Strip, “The Canyons” attempts to be dark and perverse, running on sex and obsession. Still, it comes across like a slightly grittier version of a CW soap opera—like “Gossip Girl” if Blake Lively walked around topless.

James Deen is a porn star looking to break into legitimate cinema. The phrase “breaking in” feels apt because it’s a crime that someone cast him as the lead in a movie. At this point, watching Lohan, with her weathered voice warbling out lines, resembles the kind of used-up souls the film desperately tries to portray. Reality is far more sobering than this poor man’s morality play presented by Director Paul Schrader (“Affliction,” “The Walker”).

Speaking of porn stars, another new film OnDemand is the festival-darling “Lovelace,” staring Amanda Seyfried. It tells the story of the original porn icon Linda Lovelace (Seyfried), who starred in the legendary skin flick “Deep Throat,” which made her a pop-culture phenomenon. The biopic may be the laziest form of filmmaking—a “behind the curtain” movie that attempts to humanize somebody famous and dive into the dark corners of their

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Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut St. • $8 8/21: In his compelling new film, “Twenty Feet From Stardom,” award-winning director Morgan Neville shines a spotlight on the untold true story of the backup singers behind some of the greatest musical legends of the 21st century. These gifted artists span a range of styles, genres and eras of popular music, but each has a uniquely fascinating and personal story to share of life spent in the shadows of superstardom.

Intimate interviews include Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger and Sting to name just a few.

BOY MEETS GIRL: Peter Sarsgaard and Amanda Seyfried star in the biopic of porn star Linda Lovelace in ‘Lovelace.’ Courtesy photo

life. Linda Lovelace’s story doesn’t feel particularly novel. She’s basically a good kid from an oppressive family and makes some questionable choices that lead her into the world of 1970’s pornography. So much of Lovelace feels like it was borrowed from other films.

I kept harkening back to Paul Thomas Anderson’s masterpiece “Boogie Nights.”

“Lovelace” wants to be that kind of movie: heartbreaking and humorous, and asking the audience to sympathize the coquettish star.

To cartoonish proportions, the rest of the cast is villianized for profiting from her particular skill set.

Peter Sarsgaard is the closest believable actor as the mega-intense, abusive boyfriend who ushers her into exploitation. The other “characters” (a word I use mildly) are little more than stock caricatures. Character actors like Bobby Cannavale and Hank Azaria ham it up well past the point of incredulity.

“Lovelace” is so predictable and it covers no new territory. Lovelace may have been pornography’s biggest icon, but her journey is cinematically pedestrian. Apparently pinning dreams to a shady boyfriend and getting into pornography isn’t the recipe for happiness.

To be fair, both “The Canyons” and “Lovelace” were films I probably would have enjoyed when I was 13 and sneaking into the living room to watch blurry, late-night cable.

And by “enjoyed” I mean “masturbated heavily to.”

“Bad Milo!” is another film I would have eagerly watched when I was a teenager. A crass comedy, it centers around an epically stressed-out businessman (Ken Marino) who has something a little more disturbing than a polyp in his colon. It seems there’s a monster

that exits his rectum and wreaks havoc on his life, giving new meaning to the phrase “inner demon.” “Bad Milo!” is the kind of weird comedy that once would have been discovered on the shelf of a video store. The whole thing feels very much tethered to the 1980s, when movies weren’t afraid to be ridiculous and premise ruled over purpose.

The basic idea of “Bad Milo!” feels like something dreamed up by a 10-year-old: “What if there was a monster living in your colon?” It’s an utterly ridiculous and sometimes disturbing romp brought to life by a very game cast of familiar faces. Marino (“The State”) is a fantastic fall guy. “Bad Milo!” looks like a cinematic labor of love with a pornography-size budget. It’s a little funny, a little disturbing, but ultimately a pretty passive affair.

While my OnDemand experiment was interesting, it didn’t exactly sour me on the theatrical experience. If anything, it made me wish the films in theaters took a few more risks and the films in OnDemand had a little more polish.

8/26-30: “The Hunt” (pictured) is a searing dramatic depiction of how a lie becomes truth when gossip, doubt and malice are allowed to ignite a witch-hunt that soon threatens to destroy an innocent man’s life.

Mads Mikkelsen (Best Actor, 2012 Cannes) portrays Lucas, a former school teacher who has been forced to start over after overcoming a tough divorce and the loss of his job.

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DETAILS: The Canyons ★★★★★ Starring Lindsay Lohan and James Deen

Lovelace ★★★★★ Starring Amanda Seyfried and Peter Sarsgaard

Bad Milo! ★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ ★ Starring Ken Marino and Patrick Warburton

Picnics, blankets and chairs welcome; concessions sold onsite. Movies start around 8:45 p.m. On August 25th, the movie “Beach Blanket Bingo” stars Frankie and Annette in the 1965 beach party movie.

A motorcycle gang kidnaps singing star Sugar Kane managed by Bullets, who hiresky-diving surfers Steve and Bonnie from Big Drop for a publicity stunt.

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Charitable Flavor

n one place, for one night, top chefs serve signature dishes and drinks. But only one leaves with the Copple Kettle Award.

Wilmington’s Epicurean Evening may only recognize one overall culinary great, but it helps hundreds of youth and family through Methodist Home for Children from funds raised.

Top chefs and restaurants, over 25 in all, will vie for the Copper Kettle Award by wooing 50-plus tables of 10 people each, with scintillatingly scrumptious appetizers, beverages, entrées and desserts. Its honorary chair and popular mistress of ceremonies, WECT’s very own Frances Weller, will auction off great packages, including fishing for four. In keeping with the 2013 theme, “Past, Present and Future,” speakers intimate with the success of Methodist Home for Children (MHC) will tell their stories.

Representing the past are Peggy and Billy Griffin who met as children at the Methodist Orphanage in Raleigh. They became one of the “cutest couples on campus,” married and raised a family of their own, and wrote a book. “An Exceptional Journey: And the Two Shall Become One” tells of the Griffins thriving in an orphanage experience, which supplemented their weaknesses and promoted their strengths.

Sisters Vnette and Denise Boney will speak of their present success after overcoming horrific abuse and neglect. The older sibling remembers at age 4 being left alone for three days with a bare refrigerator which contained only one beer. Hungry on the third day, she opened the beer and poured it into two glasses to share with her 2-year-old sister. She was beaten that night when her mother came home and saw the empty can. Now pursuing careers in nursing and phar-

macy, with mentoring and financial assistance from MHC, the sisters say the happiest moments of their lives came the afternoon their grade-school principal called them into the office to see the signed adoption papers. It gave them the security of a new name and a loving family.

Representing the future, Reverend Bruce E. Stanley, president/CEO of MHC, will explain how the 114-yearold nonprofit evolved with the times, by moving out into the community, regardless of race, religion or economic status. Instead of rescuing the child, the focus now remains on teaching coping mechanisms to the family in order to keep them united with their children. MHC has established a network of youth homes and family-centered outreach programs across its service region.

Supporting MHC’s family efforts in Wilmington is its development officer, Regina Hawse, who calls the Epicurean Evening coordinator Missy Sumrell her “volunteer queen.” Seven years ago, Hawse asked Sumrell to start an event which would serve children in desperate need throughout MHC’s southeast region. Last year’s event raised $85,000 which served more than 1,400 people.

“My husband, Jeff, and I have 8-year-old twins, Parker and Peyton,” Sumrell says, “and it’s important that they see us not only working a 40 hour week to help our own family, but that they understand we’re both dedicated to helping the community at large.”

The Sumrells both will fancy up for the seventh annual Wilmington’s Epicurean Evening and join more than 500 other guests for the food, fun, festivities and auctions. “The chefs continue to amaze and delight with their creativity and their commitment,” Rev. Stanley says. “Our guests

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ALL SMILES: Mistress of Ceremonies Frances Weller (far right) and Methodist Home for Children “volunteer queen” Missy Sumrell (middle) are all smiles with Pine Valley Market’s chefs, Christi Ferretti and Smokey Masters. PVM won the silver for Best Entrée in 2012 but the crew have their sights on regaining the Copper Kettle—which they won in 2010 for their paella entrée. Photo by Jeff Sumrell

enjoy an unparalleled gourmet feast, and their hearts and souls are nourished by hearing how their financial support changes lives.”

Over 20 chefs will present their best dishes at the upcoming gala. Multiple categories exist for them to hang their toques on aside from the Copper Kettle, including appetizer, dessert, taste and entrée, decoration, beverage, presentation, and even a “People’s Choice.” Chef John Sedlak at Hilton Wilmington Riverside won the Copper Kettle in 2012 and will act as a judge upon a 12-person panel of “food fanciers,” including food , writer Liz Biro and Chef Eric Gephart of The e Chef’s Academy in Raleigh, among others. o In 2010 Pine Valley Market’s Christi Fern retti and her crew, including Chef Smokey a Masters, won the coveted Copper Kettle for their paella. Ever since, Ferretti has pard ticipated in the cookoff. f “I love Epicurean Evening,” Ferretti says.

- “It is by far the best food you will have at a , black-tie fund-raiser. The creators were ge- nius to make it a culinary competition. Chefs n are, by nature, competitive, so what might C have been a simple food donation to a charity s event is turned into a culinary battle of pride and the quest for the Copper Kettle. Since , 2010, we have been on a mission to get it n back.” e Ferretti, an adoptive parent herself, d stands by the organization’s give-back approach in uniting children with caring homes. s “The ‘1K for 1 Kid’ is one of the most powy erful moments of the evening,” she tells, “Collectively, the guests bid to impact the d lives of a child. For every $1,000 raised, one e child is cared for over another year. This als lows everyone to participate in the bidding process whether it be one person donating $10, or 20 people donating $5,000.”

Ferretti returns in 2013 along with a talented and varied class of epicureans: Chris Jewel (Ruth’s Chris), Pat Green (Elijah’s), Holley Oiler (Bruster’s Real Ice Cream), Jonathan Vickers and Donald Boltz (Fish Bites), Cindy Laverdiere (Imaginary Cakes), Ed Coulbourn III (Poor Piggy’s), Denise Gordon (TheatreNOW), Charlie Blake (Havana’s), Scott Frazzetta (Wilmington Convention Center), Matthew Gould (Canapé), Mark Lawson (East at the Blockade Runner), Brent Poteat (22 North), Leon Chisolm (Coastal Beverage), Bree Peterson-Resnick (Uprising), Kirsten Mitchell (1900), Tom Harvey (Longhorn Steakhouse), Michael “Ski” Kowalski (Ice Sensations), Michael Papoulias (AM Coffee), Pete Groudis and Shannon Warner (The Little Dipper), James McLaughlan (Coke Consolidated), Charles Rousey (Hilton Riverside), Rob Cooley (Apple Annie’s Bake Shop), Tabatha Pickett and Jonathan Fussell (The Bistro at Duplin Winery), Keith Rhodes (Catch), Vincent Drayton (Pilot House), Jim Branch (Rita’s Italian Ice).

Tickets are still available to Wilmington Epicurean Evening, with all proceeds benefitting the Methodist Home for Children.

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DETAILS: Wilmington Epicurean Evening August 22nd, 5:30 p.m.

Wilmington Convention Center Tickets: $125/person; corporate table pricing available online.

Regina Hawse: 910-471-6088 www.wilmingtonee.com

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Kyoto Asian Grille offers tasty cuisine without hefty prices By: Rosa Bianca

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ilmington has never lacked for good Asian cuisine. In fact, diners seeking quality fare often ponder which restaurant to frequent upon a craving. As I sat down to dinner, I wondered how the relative newcomer Kyoto Asian Grille off Market Street (in what used to be a Wendy’s) would fit in?

The answer is “quite nicely.”

Kyoto offers a friendly, if demure, atmosphere, attentive service and quality food at remarkably low prices. I sat at the bar and overheard bits of chatter from behind the sushi station. Open for only a few months, at the helm of Kyoto stands a transplanted chef/owner from Greenville. What he now calls the “Seahawk Roll” was a “Pirate Roll” a few short months ago.

The staff remained genuinely friendly. I don’t know if it’s an intentional effort to build their loyal following or just a natural tendency toward kindness, but either way I suspect “regulars” will find this place. I particularly enjoyed the smiles of the crew when they recounted the number of Saturdays on which they picked up customers who chose not to wait an hour or more down the road at Indochine. The genuine glee they took in picking a location where they could attract errant diners seemed charming and infectious. I couldn’t help but laugh along with them.

I opened with a pair of appetizers: First came the tuna tataki. Featuring thicker cuts of fish than those to which I’m accustomed, it tasted surprisingly filling. The raw tuna couldn’t have been fresher if it were still swimming. Served over a crispy seaweed salad, the traditional dish was well-received.

In addition to the ponzu—a citrus, tart and thin sauce—the sushi chef added a drizzle of eel sauce, which contained a thicker, sweeter flavor. While I’m not convinced it did much in balancing the dish, the contrast made it lovelier to behold.

I followed up with a chicken satay. Satays have always been my culinary white whale, as they rarely manage to keep in moisture. Kyoto had no such trouble in that department. I’m told that the secret came with a quick dip in the fryer, followed by the grill. It resulted in contained moisture and tenderness, tearing easily from the small wooden spear.

The memorable part of the satay, however, came with the house-made peanut sauce.

Grittier than what can be found in the grocery stores, it isn’t the prettiest sauce I’ve ever seen. Upon tasting it, I immediately was reminded of the Japanese principle of wabi-

CLASSIC FLAVOR: Kyoto’s beef and broccoli outshines pedestrian Chinese takout any day of the week. Photo by Bethany Turner

sabi: finding beauty in the irregular. The peanut sauce smacked with a rich, nutty flavor and just the right hint of red-pepper spiciness.

I took a long time selecting an entrée, as I was no longer particularly hungry and there were still too many options I wanted to sample. I eventually settled on the lobster.

Stir-fried over rice, with broccoli, zucchini and onions, the portion heaped off the plate.

Containing two lobster tails, each weighed in at least 5 ounces. How they served it for under $21, I’m not quite sure.

The lobster might have been a touch chewy from the stir-fry, but the mild fishy flavor, with its hints of sweetness, bled through the rice admirably. I chose steamed rice, but fried is an option, too. The vegetables, still crisp and vibrant, added contrast of both color and texture. All told, the entrée successfully sated my tastebuds.

Lunch at Kyoto is also worth seeking. I sampled two of their $4 lunch bowls (they could easily get $6 for them). I opened with honey chicken. I’m not the biggest fan of sweetened entrees, but I tried it to expand my horizons. The chicken’s texture crisped nicely, but I found the red sauce a bit too cloying for my tastes. More garlic or crushed red pepper would have tamed it. The honey potently took over, which is quite indicative of the dish’s name, I suppose. Bigger fans of this style entrée will flock to it.

The beef and broccoli featured rather sub-

stantial chunks of meat, and higher quality beef than I was expecting. Too many bad experiences with lousy Chinese takeout left me unprepared for high-quality ingredients. The rich, brown sauce complimented both tender meat and crisp-soft vegetables. The sauce had an understated quality that lent credence to the beef itself, much like an accompanist on the piano accents a talented singer.

Two lunch entrées and a Coke guided me out the door for only $10 and a little change.

That’s sans tip, of course. (Please, always tip the waitstaff—or go to hell. Your choice.)

All and all, Kyoto Asian Grille is a winner.

From the muted blue-gray interior, to the service, to the prices, to the quality of the meals, I left more than satisfied. Also, they provide a range of Asian fare, from Thai to Chinese to Japanese, so all regional preferences get covered. Because I so often have to try new places for reviews, I don’t always get back to old favorites as often as I wish.

But I will be back to Kyoto—and frequently.

DETAILS: Kyoto Asian Grille Mon-Sun: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

4102 Market Street 910-332-3302 www.kyotoasiangrille.com

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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

MANGIA! Homemade lasagna, meatballs and garlic bread from Amore Pizza and Pasta 2535 Castle Hayne Road, (910) 762-1904 or 3926 Market Street, (910) 362-4103. Try them for lunch or dinner.

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 award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sun. during the summer months. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ MUSIC: Music every Sunday in Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.bluewaterdining.com

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 & Aller-

gies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910-799-3847.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch - Wednesday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner, Mon.Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place! Award winning wings and 20 signature sauces and seasonings. Plus…salads, wraps, flatbreads, burgers, and more. Tons of Big screen TVs and all your favorite sports. We have daily drink specials, a HUGE draft selection, and Free Trivia all day every day. Come in for our Weekday Lunch Specials, only $5.99 from 11am-2pm. Visit us for Wing Tuesdays with 50 cent wings all day long, or Boneless Thursdays with 60 cent boneless wings all day long. Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to dine in or take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT:

Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: 2 locations-Midtown (910798-9464) and Monkey Junction (910-392-7224) ■ MUSIC: Live music Friday and Saturday in the

Summer

■ WEBSITE: www.buffalowildwings.com

HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

“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

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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 its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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.

■ MUSIC: Live Music beginning at 5:30 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com.

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.

■ BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Sat..

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com

K’S CAFE

Visit us in our new location on the corner of Eastwood and Racine - 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109.

“Where the people make the place” If you’re looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere with awesome home-cooked, freshly prepared meals, you can’t beat K’s Cafe. K’s Cafe is the best deal in Wilmington.They offer chargrilled burgers, including their most popular Hot Hamburger Platter smothered in gravy! They also offer great choices such as fresh chicken salad, soups, and even a delicious Monte Cristo served on French toast bread.

K’s also offers soup, sandwich and salad combos and a great variety of homemade desserts. On Sundays they offer a great brunch menu. A variety of choices will be on the menu such as Eggs Benedict. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Give K’s Cafe

a try...you won’t be sorry. 420 Eastwood Rd., Unit 109, 791-6995. Find us on Facebook.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: 7 DAYS A WEEK. Monday - Friday. 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. And Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Serving several pita options, as well as new lighter selections!

■ WEBSITE: www.ks-cafe.net

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, Memorial Day-Labor Day open 7 days a week.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: “Date Night” menu every Tues.; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; 25% off a’ la cart menu on Fri. from 5-7 p.m. and half price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Mon., Fri. & Sat. in summer from 5-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

SHELL ISLAND RESTAURANT

We invite you to experience dining in Wrightsville Beach’s—Shell Island Restaurant located inside the Shell Island Resort. The breathtaking panoramic ocean views are complemented with menu items that will invigorate your appetite. Whether you are in search of breakfast, lunch or dinner, our specialized menus feature the freshest ingredients prepared and presented by our dedicated service staff. Here is a reason to visit everyday—Weekday drink specials are offered both at the inside lounge or the poolside bar.

If a refreshing beverage is what you desire, the only question is: Inside or out? So try Shell Island Restaurant for fun in the sun and a view second to none.

You can observe the true island scene and absorb the true island dining experience. 2700 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Bch, NC 28480. (910) 256-8696 ■ BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Waterfront Dining ■ MUSIC: Live music Friday & Saturday 7 – 10 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.shellisland.com

PINE VALLEY MARKET

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch inhouse, 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: Wilmington South

■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home

frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

TROLLY STOP

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a family owned franchise with six locations. Since 1976 they specialize in storemade chili, slaw and sauces, and as of more recent – a variety of gourmet sausages and burgers (at participating locations). The types of hot dogs include Beef & Pork, All Beef, Smoked Sausage, Fat-free Turkey (at participating locations), and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 121 N. Front Street open Monday & Tuesday 11am-9pm; Weds, Thurs, Fri, & Sat 11am-3am; (910).251.7799. 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach open Sunday - Wednesday 11 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 3:00 a.m. 4502 Fountain Drive, (910) 452-3952. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Sunday; South Howe St. in Southport, open Tuesday thru Fri. 11 until 3, Sat. 11 until 4 CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS (910) 457-7017. Catering cart available all year from $350. Call Steve at (910) 520-5994.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

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.

■ NEIGHBOORHOOD: Mayfaire ■ FEATURING: Authentic Thai Cuisine ■ Website: www.bigthainc.com

SZECHUAN 132

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

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

HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

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

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

■ SERVING DINNER: Open Mon. thru Thursday 4 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

■ WEBSITE: hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/ hibachi

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

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

After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

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 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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

CAJUN BOURBON ST

At Bourbon St., the food, style and atmosphere are New Orleans-bred but Carolina-refined. It features the unique decoration of a typical New Orleans bar, as it seems to have been extracted from the heart of the French Quarter. The classic French style and the laidback American culture come together to offer us a unique place where joy can be inhaled at every breath.

The authentic Southern decorations in Bourbon St. were carefully selected at antique houses, garage sales and thrift shops found in the streets of the Big Easy. It enables us to offer you the true experience of being in the heart of the French Quarter: Bourbon St. It’s the best place to enjoy with friends, with the rhythm of live music, the classic taste of typical Cajun food, and the best beers available in our market. 35 N. Front St.; (910) 762-4050.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Authentic Creole Cajun cuisine, live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday with no cover. Try our famous charbroiled oysters.

INDIAN 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 saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger. Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Fri 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-11 p.m.; Sat 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-11 p.m.; Sun 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown.

■ FEATURING: Lunch buffet, which now serves South Indian cuisine.

■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net.

IRISH THE HARP

Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open at 5 a.m. every day for both American and

Oysters, Shrimp, Clams, Mussels Crab Legs, Wings, Fish ‘n’ Chips

Your downtown place for sports

■ 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

Named one of the Best Seafood Dives in America

by Coastal Living Magazine

SUNNY SUSHI & LOUNGE

Delight in a delectable range of “gateway” sushi and contemporary takes on classic Japanese cuisine in a hip and simple setting. Our fusion sushi makes use of unique ingredients such as seared steak and blue crab, offering downtown Wilmington a fresh and modern taste. Offering over 85 different sushi rolls, many are titled in quintessential Carolina names, such as the Dawson’s Creek, the Hampstead Crunch, and the Queen Azalea. We focus on fresh, organic ingredients, and seek to satisfy guests with dietary restrictions—we have many vegetarian options, for instance. Our selections feature exotic ingredients such as eel and octopus, while we even offer rolls using sweet potatoes or asparagus. Dine with us and discover the tantalizing flavors you’ve been missing.

141 N. Front St.; (910) 833-7272 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11am-2pm; Sat. 12pm-2pm.

Dinner: Mon-Thurs: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sun: 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Sunny Maki Combo Specials: 3 sushi rolls for $11.95 daily.

THAI SPICE

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

DAILY DRINK SPECIALS MONDAY $2.75 import bottles, $3 Wells,

$4 Bombs, $3 P.I. Cocktail (oyster shooter)

TUESDAY

Live Music

DOWNTOWN Fri. & Sat. nights HAPPY HOUR Mon-Friday OPEN DAILY: DOWNTOWN 5-7 p.m.

$1.50 PBR Cans*, $4 Margarita’s, $3 Mexican Bullfighters, 25% off all Wine WEDNESDAY $2 16oz Drafts, $4 Oyster Bombs, 1/2 price Apps. $4 Jameson’s, $5 Dark ‘n’ Stormy’s se from 10pm-Clo THURSDAY $2 Select Domestic Bottles, $5 Martini’s, ay everyd ½ price wine bottles *, $3 Bloody Bivalve (oyster shooter)

FRIDAY

$5 Flavored Vodka’s, $5 Baby Guinness, $3 Whiskey Dick’s (oyster shooter), $14 Corona/Corona Light Buckets

SATURDAY SUNDAY

$4 Fireball, $3 Oyster Shooters, $3 Sweetwater’s, $5 Painkiller’s $5 Bloody’s, $4 Mimosa’s & Sangria, $6.25 Shack Attack’s, $10 Domestic Buckets

109 Market St. 910-833-8622

CAROLINA BEACH

6 N. Lake Park Blvd.

910-458-7380

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Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for djBe Open Mic & Karaoke - Irish songs available! - 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and half-price wine bottles all day Tuesdays; Harp University Trivia with Professor Steve Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; djBe karaoke and dancing 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Saturdays and live music Wednesday and Fridays call ahead for schedule 910-763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER:

Open at 5 a.m. every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends. Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Greenfield Lake/Downtown South ■ FEATURING: Homemade soups, desserts and breads, free open wifi, new enlarged patio area, and big screen TVs at the bar featuring major soccer matches worldwide.

■ MUSIC Live music Wednesdays and Fridays call 910-763-1607 for schedule; djBe open mic and karaoke Tuesdays 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m, and djBe karaoke and dancing Saturdays 9 p.m - 1:30 a.m.

■ WEBSITE www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN AMORE PIZZA AND PASTA

We believe fresh ingredients and good conversation are what makes a meal. You will discover that pleasure and happiness does not stop with the food we prepare, but will spill over into the warm, casual atmosphere we provide. Every guest is a welcome part of our family from the moment they

walk through the doors. Whether you are looking for a fresh salad from the garden, a hot sub from the oven, a dish of pasta, or a pizza straight from your own creation; you will find it here! From calzones, strombolis and meatballs, every dish is made fresh to order. Our homemade dough and sauce is made daily, as we strive for the best, using the highest quality ingredients. Complete your meal with our decadent desserts, such as the popular Vesuvius cake or our Chocolate Thunder cake.

We serve cheesecake, cream puffs, and made-toorder cannolis and Zeppoli. We offer cozy outdoor seating, big-screen TVs—and ice cold beer served with a frosted glass, as well as wine at our Castle Hayne Rd. location. Midtown residents can enjoy free delivery from our Market St. location. Please call for daily specials, such as homemade lasagna and brisket. 2535 Castle Hayne Rd.; (910) 7621904 or 3926 Market St.; (910) 362-4103.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Thurs: 11am to 9pm; Fri-Sat: 11am-10pm; Sun: 11am-7pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, and North Wilmington near the airport ■ FEATURING: $4.99 lunch special: 2 slices and a drink, from 11 am-3pm; $4.99 10in. pizza after 3pm; $4.99 for 6 wings all day

A TASTE OF ITALY

The authentic Italian cuisine served at Taste of Italy has scored them Best Deli in the Port City for years running now. The Guarino family recipes have been passed down from generation to generation to brothers Tommy and Chris, who serve breakfast, lunch and dinner to hungry diners. They also cater all events, from holiday parties to corporate lunches, including hot meals, cold trays, handmade desserts and an array of platters, from antipasto to cold cuts. In addition, Taste of Italy sells Scalfani products, Sabrett hot dogs and Polly-O cheeses in their market, all the

while serving top-notch hot and cold items from their delicatessen. Located at 1101 South College Rd., P. 910-392-7529, F. 910-392-9745 www.ncatasteofitaly. com Open M-F 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m.7:00 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com

EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, madefrom-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 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 Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

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

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

A Wilmington favorite since 1987! At Elizabeth’s you’ll find authentic Italian cuisine, as well as some of your American favorites. Offering delicious pizza, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, beer, and wine. Elizabeth’s is known for their fresh ingredients, where even the bread is baked fresh daily.

A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out. Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-251-1005 for take out.

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

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

FAT TONY’S ITALIAN PUB

Fat Tony’s has the right combination of Italian and American influences to mold it into a unique familyfriendly restaurant with a “gastropub” feel. Boasting such menu items as Penne alla Vodka, Beef Lasagna, and mix-and-match pasta dishes (including a gluten-free penne), Fat Tony’s is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Add in homemade, hand-tossed, New York style pizzas, 8oz Angus burgers, and deliciously plump chicken wings, and you’ve got a game day in heaven. Proudly supporting the craft beer movement, they have an ever-changing selection of small-brewery beers included in their 25-tap lineup – 12 of which are from NC. They have over forty bottled beers, great wines, and an arsenal of expertly mixed cocktails that are sure to wet any whistle. Fat Tony’s has two pet-friendly patios – one looking out onto Front Street and one with a beautiful view of the Cape Fear River. With friendly, efficient service and a fun, inviting atmosphere, expect to have your expectations exceeded at Fat Tony’s. It’s all good.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Thurs.

11:00 am - Midnight; Fri. & Sat. 11:00am - 2:00am.

Sun. 12:00pm - Midnight ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.fatpub.com ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials until 3pm and late night menu from 11pm until closing.

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PIZZETTA’S PIZZERIA

Family-owned and operated by Sicilian cousins Sal and Vito, Pizzetta’s Pizzeria has become Wilmington’s favorite place for homey, authentic Italian fare served with precision and flavor like none other.

Made daily from family recipes, folks will enjoy hand-tossed pizzas——gourmet to traditional—— specialty heroes and pastas, homemade soups and desserts, and even daily blackboard specials.

Something remains tempting for every palate, whether craving one of their many pies or a heaping of eggplant parm, strombolis and calzones, or the famed Casa Mia (penne with sautéed mushrooms, ham, peas in a famous meat sauce with cream). Just save room for their buttery, melt-inyour-mouth garlic knots! Ending the meal with their pastry chef’s carefully crafted cannolis, Tiramisu or gourmet cheesecake, alongside a cup of freshly made espresso or cappuccino, literally makes a perfect end to one unforgett able and desirable meal. Located in Anderson Square at 4107 Oleander Dr., Unit F, Wilmington (910-799-4300) or Pizzetta’s II, Leland, 1144 E. Cutler Crossing, St., Ste 105, in Brunswick Forest.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: ILM location: Mon.Sat., 11 a.m., and Sun., noon. • Leland location: Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.

-11 p.m.; Sun., noon - 9:30 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown Wilmington and coming soon, Brunswick Forest in Leland ■ FEATURING: Homemade pizzas, pastas, soups and desserts, all made from family recipes!

■ WEBSITE: www.pizzettas.net

SIENNA TRATTORIA

Enjoy authentic Italian food in a beautiful, warm, casual setting. Whether dining indoors or in our courtyard, Siena is the perfect neighborhood trattoria for the entire family to enjoy. From our delicious brick oven pizza to elegantly prepared meat, seafood, and pasta specials, you will find a level of cuisine that will please the most demanding palate, prepared from the finest and freshest ingredients.

■ SERVING DINNER: at 4 p.m. Daily.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South. 3315 Masonboro Loop Road, 910-794-3002 ■ FEATURING: Family style dinners on Sundays ■ WEBSITE: www.sienawilmington.com

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 122 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and our newest location in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT:

11:30 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

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). Cook Dana Keels, from Clarendon prepares flavors to please every palate.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: Tuesday - Saturday 11:45am - 9:00pm and Sunday 1:30pm - 8:00pm Sunday. Monday - Closed ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown – University Landing 417 S. College Road, Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Weekly Specials updated daily on Facebook ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFE

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

ORGANIC LOVEY’S MARKET

Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for Organic and Natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a Veggie Burger, Hamburger or a Chicken Caesar Wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu.

The Food Bar-which has cold salads and hot selections can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with Organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of Local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries Organic Grass-Fed and Free-Range meats and poultry. Wheat-Free and Gluten-Free products are in stock regularly, as are Vegan and Vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331.

“You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.(salad bar open all the time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, New Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes.

Newly expanded.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP KITCHEN

Come dine-in or take-out from the newly renovated Co-op Kitchen at Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market. You can fill your plate or box with hot bar and salad bar items that are prepared fresh daily in our kitchen. Made-to-order sand-

wiches, like the Tempeh Reuben, are served hot off the Panini grill. The Co-op Café offers organic smoothies and fresh juices; local wheatgrass shots; fair trade organic coffee, lattes, and chai tea; and our newest addition of Lenny Boy kombucha tea on tap. Don’t forget our baked-fromscratch baked goods! The Co-op Kitchen provides menu items that appeal to everyone, regardless of dietary demands.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon. - Fri. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

■ WEEKEND BRUNCH: Sat & Sun, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

■ SALAD BAR: Mon. - Sun, 9 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

■ SANDWICHES: Mon. - Sun, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

■ BAKERY & CAFE: Mon. - Sun, 8 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: indoor/outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi ■ WEBSITE: www.tidalcreek.coop

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SEAFOOD DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as 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.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

Open for Lunch and Dinner steaks

wings

ribs

salads

In the Cotton Exchange Downtown Wilmington

762-4354 FREE PARKING www.paddyshollow.com

EAST

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

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

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

brunch.

■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

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

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown FEATURING: Fireside oyster bar.

WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.net

OCEANIC

Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best.

Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose

India Mahal welcomes Chef Harry to the team. Harry comes from the 5-star hotel Taj Mahal and specializes in northern Indian cuisine, especially appetizers and desserts!

Try Moghul Fine Indian Cuisine on Western Blvd. in Jacksonville NC.Book the Bollywood food truck for upcoming parties and events.

Wilmington’s first Indian restaurant since 1993.

Old is good.

LUNCH

DINNER

Free non-alcoholic beverage with lunch buffet (lamb, goat, chicken, veggies, more)!

Free naan or vegetable pakora with purchase of two entrées.

Not good with any other offer.

Expires 12/31/2013

Not good with any other offer.

Expires 12/31/2013

LUNCH: Sun.-Sat.: 11:30am-2:30pm (buffet or menu) DINNER: Mon.-Sat.: 5-9:30pm •Sunday: 5-9pm

4610 Maple Avenue • 910-799-2089 www.indiamahalrestaurant.com

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from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. Familystyle to go menu available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

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

WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

SHUCKIN’ SHACK OYSTER BAR

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar is thrilled to now serve customers in its new location at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). It’s 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 a check out Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time!

The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd.; (910) 458-7380.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat 11am2am; Sun noon-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Carolina Beach and Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials, join the mailing list online ■ WEBSITE: www.pleasureislandoysterbar.com

SMALL PLATES THE FORTUNATE GLASS

The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar is the perfect place to explore the beauty of wine while tasting a variety of tapas in an intimate environment. The wine menu focuses on wines from all regions, with 50 wines by the glass and approximately 350 wines available by the bottle, including some of the best boutique and cult wines, to everyday values that work with any budget.

There are over 30 beers available featuring some of the best craft selections. The serene ambiance of The Fortunate Glass, created by the beautiful wall murals, the elegant copper and glass tile bar, castle-rocked walls and intimate booths enhances the experience of any selection you choose. The Fortunate Glass Wine Bar also presents a small menu of creative tapas, global cheeses, cured meats and decadent desserts to accompany and compliment any wine selection.

■ SERVING EVENINGS: Tues.-Thurs. 4 p.m.-12 a.m. Fri. 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat. 2 p.m.-2.a.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.-12 a.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Free Wine Tasting: Tues. 6-8pm.

Bubble and wine specials: Wed. & Thurs. Monthly food & wine pairing events.

■ WEBSITE www.fortunateglasswinebar.com

SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET

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.

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near 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.

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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

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

FOX & HOUND PUB & GRILLE

Serving up the best bar food for any local sports fan, Fox & Hound has appetites covered. Located next to Mayfaire Cinema 16, it’s no question that Fox is a great place to go on date night, or to watch the big game on one of the restaurant’s six large projection screens and 19 plasma televisions. Guests can also play pool, darts or video games in this casual-theme restaurant. For starters, Fox offers delicious appetizers like ultimate nachos, giant Bavarian pretzels and spinach arti-

choke dip. In the mood for something more? Try the hand-battered Newcastle fish ‘n’ chips or chicken tenders. From cheeseburgers and sirloins to salads and wood oven-inspired pizzas, Fox has plenty to choose from for lunch or dinner. Finish the meal with a 6-inch Great Cookie Blitz, a chocolate chip cookie baked fresh to order and served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and Hershey’s syrup.

920 Town Center Dr., 509-0805.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11am– 2am, daily ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: $5.99 lunch specials and free pool until 2p.m. Monday through Friday ■ MUSIC: Trivia with Party Gras Entertainment DJ every Thursday at 9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.foxandhound.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. 763-4133.

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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

Pig pickin' on the river Sunday August 25th - 1 pm

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For a complete list of scheduled Tours, Excursions, and Fees, visit

wilmingtonwatertours.net

Enjoy a Pig Pickin' catered by Front Street Brewery while cruising the Cape Fear River 2 1/2 hours - $45 with Live Acoustic Music

Visit us on the Riverwalk!

Pick a date to reserve your cruise then leave the rest to us.

910- 338- 3 1 3 4

Accommodates up to 49 passengers with flexible seating Catering and special bar requests available • Sound system and flat screen TV

212 S. Water Street

info@wilmingtonwt.com

We strive to make each cruise memorable, so let us customize a cruise especially for you.

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Family owned, locally operated, LM Restaurants feeds every craving, from fresh, never frozen burgers, to local seafood & produce. Come check out our culinary creations & relax with our hospitable staff in Leland, Wilmington & Wrightsville Beach.

Crave fresh. Crave LM Restaurants.

Hospitality Management LMRest.com

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extra > do-gooders

On-Call Chaplain

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astor Philip Chryst has become a regular at Ted’s Fun on the River over the last month and a half. Word has gotten out around nearby neighborhoods in downtown Wilmington that the pastor hangs out in the music venue, and people come by for a chat.

A pastor in a night spot, you say?

You could call him the on-call chaplain of Ted’s Fun. Chryst has started a missional community called The Anchor in Ted’s Fun, with the permission of its Methodist owners Julia and Kelly Jewell, of course. It’s a new kind of faith community the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church (NCCUMC) is piloting in Wilmington.

That means Chryst isn’t looking to start a church in the bar. Instead, the bar is a staging ground for a community of like-minded people to go into Wilmington and give back. So far, the growing group has helped the Interfaith Refugee Ministry at St. James Episcopal Church.

“Oftentimes people ask, ‘Where are you meeting,’ or ‘Are you starting a church?’ But church has preconceived notions of needing a cross and a building,” the pastor expresses, sitting in the comfy mismatched seats at Ted’s. “Not starting with worship is radical. . .Most people I know want to do good, but sometimes they don’t know how to do good. I offer them a way to do that.”

People were already coming into Ted’s Fun and occasionally asking Julia Jewell to pray with them. The Anchor seemed the next logical step, she says.

“I would take my church paperwork down there to work on it, and someone would come down and tell me their troubles, and I would think, You’re interrupting my church work,” she quips. “But then I realized, Well, duh, it doesn’t matter where you shuffle the paperwork—just as long as the work gets done.”

The NCCUMC is trying this church-outside-the-walls concept across the state as part of its New Faith Communities project, and Chryst seemed right for the job. The conference has similar pilots in Durham, Rocky Mount, Morrisville, and one planned for New Bern.

“It’s a real call to do this type of work,” Jeff Severt, director of the Methodist conference’s New Faith Communities office, tells. “We have more of a kingdom-of-God focus here than a church-centric focus. In the process, we’re trying to find people all along who would love to know God more.”

It’s an unusual ministry for the city. But Chryst is no usual minister. He felt his calling to go into ministry while bartending at Front Street Brewery many years ago.

He had an overwhelming urge to read the book of Exodus and study Christianity more deeply. “In it I found a God who is passionate for his people. I found over-the-top passion and

Pastor Philip Chryst forms The Anchor, a Methodist missional community downtown By: Amanda Greene

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that did not quite sync with what I grew up believing,” he reveals.

Chryst grew up Southern Baptist in Charlotte but wasn’t sure if he wanted to stick with that denomination. After attending Methodist seminary, Chryst knew he wanted to be in a position that allowed him to creatively worship and serve.

“Missional communities are designed to be 20 to 30 people because we believe it’s small enough to care,” he assures, “but big enough to dare.”

Severt shares that missional communities actually re-connect Methodists to the roots of the small family worship groups that made the denomination so popular nationwide at its beginnings in the 18th century.

Chryst is modeling The Anchor partially on 3 Dimensional Ministries (3DM) in Pawleys Island, SC, which trains Christian communities how to become more mission-minded.

Chryst has started a children’s ministry with arts activities at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Ted’s Fun for neighborhood kids.

And as The Anchor grows, Chryst has plans to try his own unique form of faith experience. He calls it Wiki Worship, where audience members can edit a sermon in real time.

The Anchor’s next missional outing will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28th. On September 9th, Chryst will hold The Anchor’s first interest meeting to find out what projects community members want to tackle together. Call the pastor for meeting locations.

Learn more about The Anchor at http:// anchorwilmington.org, email philipchryst@ gmail.com, or call (910) 524-5676.

Amanda Greene is the editor and community manager for Wilmington Faith & Values, WilmingtonFAVS.com. Know of an upcoming ministry or nonprofit event? Send it to Amanda Greene, Amanda.Greene@ReligionNews.com or call (910) 520-3958.

DETAILS: The Anchor Next missional outing: Wednesday, August 28th 6:30 p.m.

Interest Meeting: Monday, September 9th Call (910) 524-5676 for locations

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hen encore launched its foodie mag, Devour, in June, the anticipation of its reaction remained great. We knew there would be a lot of happy culinarians in our city who adore our scene and its vast, evolving epicurean offerings. From numerous festivals, to chef competitions, to cooking classes, wine tastings and food tours, to the culinary arts program at Cape Fear Community College, and of course the obvious amount of restaurants operating, Devour landed at just the right time.

While the print version of the magazine only comes out in June and January, the online edition gets updated every three months, along with weekly stories generating at www.DevourILM.com. The next slated edition will be live the second week of September, while the winter print edition will hit the streets in the New Year (with hopeful resolutions to make the print version quarterly in 2014—be on the lookout for a Kickstarter soon). To make the success of this magazine even more imminent, Gwenyfar Rohler at Old Books on Front Street approached us right before the first launch to inquire about a food-centered book club.

Our response? De-li-cious!

Rohler held the first meeting on July 30th and reported back success. In fact, she said 16 to 18 people, ages 15 to 70, equal parts men and women, showed up for a thoughtful discussion about “How the Cassoulet Saved Our Marriage,” a collection of essays revolving around food. (“Cassoulet” was reviewed for Devour’s inaugural edition, too, so be sure to read it online.)

“For a first meeting of a book club, this is

about three times what first meetings normally generate,” Rohler says. “But there are so many variables that go into making things like this work—not the least of which is the weather!”

Sharing the common denominator of food manages to connect people on various levels regardless. According to Rohler, people’s personal experiences and memories guided the interest level highly. “‘Cassoulet’ is about family traditions and food,” she says. “Everyone—a nice blend of newcomers and people who have lived here for generations—got to talk. Also everyone was valued—that’s important.”

Rohler picked the book of essays because she felt it would appeal to a variety of people regardless of background. Her thoughtful planning worked. “One person shared about being pressured to eat more because she was too thin,” Rohler recalls, “another was told not to eat so much because she was too heavy.

Stories were told about the different ways people in the same family remember meals, and recipes were shared. One woman shared her first encounter of living with a Kosher kitchen.

The pieces about parenting and food really hit home for a lot of people, and that was good common ground for discussion.”

In addition to exchanging stories and ideas, the crowd sampled a recipe from “Cassoulet” called “Crazy Cake.” Prepared by bookclub leader and Old Books’ staff member Susan E. Harris, plans to have one item to taste at each book club is in the works. “Everyone loved it,” Rohler says of the cake. “The coffee in it kept me up all night, but it was very yummy!” Club members are encouraged to bring their own shared dishes to meetings as well, as long as they’re reflective of the book; however, it is not required.

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meeting slated for Tuesday, August 27th. The quintessential foodie read goes through the history and revolution of restaurants in America, where they started and how they evolved.

“The restaurant industry is a major gateway to employment,” Rohler says. “How could we not have a book that addressed this side of the food question? Rather than trying to look at it in totality, Kuh looks specifically at French restaurants, taking an unwieldy topic and making it specific enough to answer.”

Rohler carefully selected a full range of books to keep interest piqued and go beyond the norm of popular reads. Folks will not find Anthony Bourdain’s scoffing or predictable Food Network recipe books. “I wanted books that would really look at food

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and food-writing from across the spectrum,” she concurs. Folks will be able to read activist and journalist Michael Pollan’s “Cooked” (June 2014), alongside M.F.K. Fisher’s “How to Cook a Wolf” (November) and Julia Child’s memoir, “My Life in France” (February 2014). Diane Mott Davidson’s “Catering to Nobody” is the only food mystery to be read (April 2014). “‘Stalking the Blue-Eyed Scallop’ [by Euell Gibbons] (March 2014) is part memoir, part field guide to foraging for food at the seashore, which I thought was an important aspect of the locavore world,” Rohler states.

“We need to talk not just about cooking and eating but also where our food comes from.”

Foodies will find only one straight-forward cookbook on the agenda: “Cookery and Dining in Imperial Rome” by Apicius (October). It really illustrates how much cooking has changed,” Rohler notes. “Not wanting the list to be too ethno-centric, it was important to include discussions of food from other cultures. So, ‘The Fortune Cookie Chronicles’ [by Jennifer 8. Lee] (May 2014) is a hilarious and informative trip through the strange relationship between Americans and Chinese food.”

She even secured a local on her list with Devour contributor and author Joel Finsel.

Finsel’s collection of short stories, “Cocktails and Conversations From the Astral Plane,” will be read next month. Finsel’s colorful writing blends humorous voyeurism with intriguing cocktail recipes, all told from a bartender’s perspective. Rohler has a few tasty imbibes up her sleeve for this meeting.

Anyone can join the Devour Book Club; meetings are held the last Tuesday of every month. Folks who have yet to read “The Last Days of Haute Cuisine” can still drop in and mingle at the August 27th event. “Have a bite to eat or a drink, mix and mingle, and pick up next month’s book,” Rohler suggests. Discounts are offered on all books bought from the Devour Book Club list.

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The 17th annual Lumina Daze hits Wrightsville Beach By: Fiona O’Sullivan

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umina” comes from the Latin word “lumen,” meaning light.

In its early days, Wrightsville Beach’s famed Lumina Pavilion (1905-1973) fashioned over 600 tungsten lights on its exterior, alongside an illuminated sign: “L-U-M-I-NA.” A central hub for the Wrightsville Beach community, the pavilion drew in dozens of famous musicians and tourists. It even survived Hurricane Hazel in 1954.

Annually since 1996 the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History hosts a celebration in the pavilion’s honor: Lumina Daze. The 2013 event returns on August 25th at the Blockade Runner Resort. The yearly festivity celebrates the memory of Lumina Pavilion, offering a night to turn the clocks back and return to treasured times at Wrightsville Beach.

Attendees can reminisce on the legendary Lumina Pavilion while enjoying an evening full of dancing, dining and live music.

The director of the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, Madeline Flagler, reflects on what the pavilion stood for to Wrightsville Beach.

“Lumina was built to draw people to [the beach] in an atmosphere of summer fun and entertainment,” Flagler says.

“We work hard to recreate that atmosphere with music that connects our guests to the beach; food that is light and grilled; and auction items that connect the guests to the local businesses. Lumina Daze has always been a truly local event.”

At the time of its peak, before and during World War II, the pavilion hosted famous musicians, including Tommy Dorsey, North Carolina’s own Kay Kyser, and Guy Lombardo. Dance contests, beauty pageants and beach games also took place.

Built by Tidewater Power and Light in 1905, the building contained food vendors and a bowling alley. Its purpose was to encourage development as a summer resort.

“Later, the local hangout, ‘Upper Deck’ was built there [and] served grilled food and beer with live music at the weekends,” Flagler tells.

Throughout the 1920s and ‘30s, movies played on a large screen, which hung 50 feet in the surf in front of the pavilion. Movie-goers congregated on the beachfront to watch it. The pavilion opened during a time when there were few ways to get music and entertainment into one’s home. Generally, the only way to listen to it, bar from

YESTERYEAR’S HANGOUT: The Lumina Pavilion acted as a community hub of entertainment from 1905 ‘til it was demolished in 1973. Courtesy photo, Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.

making it, was to be at a concert. However, when the ‘60s arrived, TV and radio, filled a niche. Simultaneously, the Upper Deck, although popular, was such a large structure that the majority of the space wasn’t being used. Property on the beach became very expensive, eventually making the pavilion unmanageable. It was demolished due to the times and its old age.

Initially set up to benefit the Wrightsville Beach Preservation Society, Lumina Daze now acts as a fund-raiser for what’s evolved into the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History. The museum will have its book, “Tide and Time,” chronicling the history of the town, for sale at the event.

“It’s a different beach than it was [during the Lumina Pavilion days,]” Flagler admits. “In its heyday Wrightsville Beach was a resort with huge hotels and a big entertainment center. Today we are more of a family beach with more personal resorts.

The area is not as centralized, but the feeling of community is really strong.”

Guests of Lumina Daze will enjoy music by the Wilmington Big Band in the Lee Ballroom (4-5 p.m., 7-8 p.m.), as well as the Dixieland All-Stars in the Nighthawk Room (5-7 p.m.), and beach and shag music by The Imitations on the patio (6:457:45 p.m.; 8:15-9:15 p.m.).

Similar to previous years, the popular

live and silent auctions will return. Prizes include gift certificates and gift baskes from area businesses like Motts Channel Seafood, local jeweler Kay Morgan, Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours and more. The silent auction will be ongoing throughout the night; the live auction will be starting at 7.30 p.m. Prizes include a Marine Max boat cruise, a painting by local artist Betty Brown, Kingoffs Jeweler’s white gold pendant, and a stand-up paddle board, among others.

Attendees can look forward to food provided by the Blockade Runner Resort.

Chef Mark Lawson and his crew will serve grilled chicken sandwiches, hamburgers and salads. The Blockade Runner’s restaurant, East, and a cash bar will be open for Lumina Daze guests, too. Tickets for this event cost $15 and can be purchased at the museum, from board members, or at the door the night of the event.

“The Wrightsville Beach Museum sees itself with an important mission to serve this small community,” Flagler states, “and they gather at Lumina Daze.”

DETAILS: Lumina Daze August 25th, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.

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Vendors can choose a booth starting at $50 for two days. (910) 341-7984. Registration available online at www.newbcc.com.

BOARDWALK BLAST Carolina Beach Boardwalk Blast, feat. live music 6:30-9:30pm, Thursday nights at Gazebo. Fireworks at 9pm. 8/22, Billy Walton Band; 8/30, 40 East. • Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm: Family Night, featuring bouncehouse, kids’ activities, variety shows and more! Cash Bingo, Wed., 7-9pm.

SOUTHPORT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Chamber of Commerce for the Southport-Oak Islan’s long weekend of Jimmy Buffett-style events, 8/23-24: beach game tournaments and concerts, local “Vote Your Favorite Cheeseburger” competition from the Chamber member restaurants.

Customers of the restaurants in the area are being asked to vote online now through 8/22 for their “Cheeseburger in 8/24, the day ends with a concert held at the Cape Fear Regional Jetport featuring food, children’s games, Jimmy Buffett style contests and entertainment by Latitude and Key Lime Pie. The weekend concludes with a Sunday morning fund raising pancake breakfast event by the EAA Chapter #939 jetport. www.southportoakisland.com/index.htm

LUMINA DAZE See page 39.

WOMEN’S CONFERENCE 8/23-25: The New Beginning Christian Church (NBCC) Sister to Sister Ministry’s 2nd Annual Women’s Conference: “Called to be a DIVA 2013” (Divine, Inspired, Virtuous, Anointed). Theme of this event is “Lord Make Me Whole – Body, Soul & Spirit.”3120 Alex Trask Drive in Castle Hayne.

Three-day event to feature some of the finest speakers, talented psalmists, vocalists, vendors

CFEDC’S TUNES IN THE TOWN CFEDC Presents: Tunes in the Town: The Business of Music in the Cape Fear, Satellite Lounge, Tues., 8/27, 6pm. We examine the successes of local venues attracting talent to this region and the incredible local artists who live, perform and produce here. Local music is an important economic driver and a key part of our economic identity—one that’s often overlooked. John Staton from the Star News

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RED BUS TOUR Wilmington Red Bus Tour: three local bars will offer a $2 beer special and a $2 “Red Bus” shot special. Also food specials, live music, DJ, games, contests, prizes and give-a-ways! Friday, Aug. 30, 6:30pm-2am. Tour begins at Hells Kitchen and goes to Courts & Sports and Dirty Martini, back to Hells Kitchen. Wristband gets you in free to City Limits, Pravda & Sputnik, and Red Bus specials until 2am. • Saturday, Aug. 31, Tour begins at Dirty Martini 6:30pm and moves to Courts & Sports and Hells Kitchen before back to Dirty Martini . 910264-4343.

TOPSAIL BEACH ANNIVERSARY Topsail Beach NC was incorporated in 1963 and will celebrate this momentous birthday Sat., 8/31, 5-9pm, in front of the Assembly Building on Channel Blvd. 4-10pm: Free Shuttle provided by Island Taxi will pick up on Anderson Blvd. • 4-10pm: Free Parking at Anderson & Davis Ave. and Anderson & Flake Ave. • 5-8:15pm: Beer, wine, soft drinks, water & merchandise will be on sale. • 5-7:30pm: BBQ by Bill’s Barbecue of Wilson $7.00 per plate.

• 5:30-8:30pm: Music by the Fantastic Shakers (Dance Floor will be set up). 8:30pm: Fireworks by Zambelli. Outside event; no pets, coolers, backpacks or large bags to the event. Chairs allowed.

DOWNTOWN ILM FASHION WALK Downtown ILM’s Fashion Walk feat. nine boutiques, offering exclusive deals and first dibs on new styles, first Thurs. every month through Sept.

9/5, 5-9pm. Incl. Aqua Fedora, The Wonder Shop, Island Passage, Return Passage, Luxe, aMuse, Edge of Urge, GLAM and Momentum Surf & Skate Shop.

CF MUSEUM PHOTO WALK Photo Walk: Sat., 9/14, 10am-noon. $4 for members; $6 for non-members. Historic Downtown Wilmington impresses locals and tourists alike with its unique architectural details and captivating history. Walk through downtown while learning photographic tips from Cape Fear Camera Club members for taking creative pictures along the way.

Tour starts and ends at Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. PARKING DAY Wilmington’s 3rd annual PARK(ing) Day, 9/20, 10am-2pm. Find us in parking spaces downtown on both Front and Market street. Highlights the importance of public parks and open space for a healthy and vibrant environment. Our mission is to call attention to the need for more urban open space, to generate debate around how public space is created and allocated, and to improve the quality of urban human habitat. parkingday.org. Clark Henry, clarkh@ciiiassociates.com, or Michelle Howe, michelle@mediapear.com.

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LAST CHANCE FOR WHITE PANTS Don’t miss the party of the summer! The Last Chance for White Pants Gala is 7 p.m. until midnight on Friday, Aug. 30, at Hilton Wilmington Riverside. Tickets are $100 and include live music by Motown, funk, soul and hip-hop band, Mo’ Sol; heavy hors d’oeuvres; beer and wine; and silent and live auctions. Put on by the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, event proceeds benefit nonprofit Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. www.hospicewhitepants.org or call the event hotline at 910.796.8099 ext. 6. Guest packages and sponsorships start at $500, and include a guest room for two at the Hilton. RSVP by Fri., Aug. 23.

BUILD A BACKPACK The 3rd annual 2013 “Build A Backpack” supply drive will run through 8/31, benefitting economically-disadvantaged students in nearly 80 counties in NC. Annual campaign is a partnership between Walmart, Communities In Schools of North Carolina and the United Way of North Carolina. Folks are encouraged to purchase school supplies and donate them as they leave. Bins will be available at the front of all participating Walmart stores to collect the donated school supply items. The items will be distributed to local Communities In Schools affiliates or other designated partners, and will then be distributed to public school students in need.

FOOD BANK DAY Books A Million Gives 10% to Food Bank Day, 9/7 and 21; 10/11. 10% of All Purchases at Books A Million will go to benefit the Food Bank CENC, Wilmington. New Hanover Center, 3737 Oleander Dr., noon-4pm. Volunteers will be there to answer your questions about the Food Bank of CENC programs in your community. Mention the Food Bank as you check out and 10 percent of all purchases benefit the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC at Wilmington, working to feed 70,000 individuals affected by hunger in the Cape Fear Region. For every $1 donated=5 meals go to neighbors in need.

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DEAF AWARENESS DAY Deaf Awareness Day at the Aquarium Sat. 9/7, 9am-5pm. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher will offer programs tailored especially for individuals who are deaf or hearing impaired. Sign language, captioning or scripting will enhance many of the activities of the day—animal feedings, live-animal presentations and films–—and interpreters will assist visitors at selected exhibits. Dive program, scheduled for 10:30am-2:30pm, will include an interpreter assisting with questions for the diver swimming inside the exhibit with sharks, eels and a green sea turtle. The aquarium presents Deaf Awareness Day with the assistance of the Regional Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to draw attention to the needs and interests of the hearing-impaired. 10am:

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Film: Web of Life (close captioned); 10:30am: Dive Show (sign language interpreter); 11am: Buzzard Bay feeding (sign language interpreter); 11:30am, Live Animal Program: Jellies (sign language interpreter) noon: Film: Nightlife (close captioned); 1:30pm, Live Animal Program: Turtles (sign language interpreter); 2:30pm, Dive Show (sign language interpreter); 3pm, Shadows on the Sand feeding (sign language interpreter); 3:30pm: Film: Unlovables (close captioned). Kure Beach/Fort Fisher.

RACE FOR PRESERVATION 9/12: Historic Wilmington Foundation’s Port City Java 5K Race and Walk starts at Coastline Conference and Event Center (503 Nutt St) and winds through downtown and the Riverwalk. Awards go to the top 3 finishers in each age group, overall male and female finishers, masters and the top 2 teams (minimum 5 runners). Prizes include gym memberships from the YMCA, gift certificates and shoes from Try-Sports, New Balance and Omega and much more. First 350 entries will receive our newly re-designed T-shirt. Race followed by the best post-race party, w/pizza from Slice of Life and Incredible Pizza, and beer provided by Front Street Brewery. Runner/Walker $27: ($32 day of race); Team (minimum 5): $22/person ($135 day of race). trivett@historicwilmington.org. (910) 762-2511,

theater/auditions OPERA HOUSE THEATER CO. Little Shop of Horrors: Book and lyrics by Howard Ashman; music by Alan Menken; based on the film by Roger Corman with screenplay by Charles Griffith. Slaving away in Mushnik’s Flower Shop, Seymour longs to escape his dreary life on Skid Row and offers his tender love and care to a strange and unusual plant that only thrives when Seymour begins feeding it blood. Directed and

choreographed by Jason Aycock. 8/28-9/1, 6-8.

Shows at 8pm, except for Sun. matinees, 3pm.

Main Stage Thalian Hall. Tickets: $25, (910) 6322285 or thalianhall.com BROWNCOAT PUB AND THEATER Thursday Night Live Improv with the Fruity Oaty Bars this and every Thursday. Free show where you find out what the actors are going to do at the same time as the actors! Doors, 7:30; hilarity, 8pm. • “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead, ” see review page 14. • “Chat Room” by Ron Hasson, 9/6-8; 13-15, 8 p.m. or Sun., 5 p.m.

How can a play about demons and pornography be more-or-less family friendly? The play presents in three short acts a variety of comic conventions: the love triangle, mistaken identity, the hypothetical friend with a problem. But central to the laughs are the characters and their confusion and frustration with social media. Starring Craig Kittner, Elyse Rodriguez land Chase Harrison; directed by Robb Mann. 111 Grace St. 910-341-0001 ‘NIGHT MOTHER Written by Marsha Norman;, directed by Stephen M Raeburn, Big Dawg Productions presents ‘Night Mother. Pulitzer Prize and the Susan Smith Blackburn winner, the story enthralls and explores the final hour in the life of a young woman who has decided that life is no longer worth living. Adult content and language, 8/22-25, 8pm or Sun matinee, 3pm. Cape Fear Playhouse, 613 Castle St. $18-$20; Thurs. performances, $15. On 8/8 only, opening night, patrons can choose their own ticket prices, with just a $5 minimum; cash only, first come and first served! Doors at 7pm. (910) 3675237. www.bigdawgproductions.org

ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE Bare Bones Performances, in partnership with the Thalian Association Children’s Theater (TACT), is currently enrolling for its Shakespeare Immersion/ P e r f o r m a n c e Workshop, “All the World’s a Stage.” The 8-week experience is geared toward actors and enthusiasts, 13-17, and begins Tues., 9/3, 4:30-6pm. 6 Kohut’s goal is for students to emerge from this workshop as a well-rounded and cohesive The Lower Cape Fear Historical Society will celebrate performance troupe while gathering lots with a good old-fasioned musical hootenanny on of knowledge, tons of laughs and good memories in the process. $120. Scholarthe 20th of August at Kenan Auditorium on UNCW’s ships may be available. 910-251-1788. campys. John Golden and friends will take over the

ner theatre-lite prices: $25 for dinner and show; adults only. • Reading Series: 9/19, 10/17, 11/21, 12/19. • Anthony Lawson’s “The Bard’s Broads” dinner show; adults only. Find Will Shakespeare in his favorite public house amongst the “ladies” who may be his leading lady influences. Fri./Sat., 9/628. TheatreNOW, 10th and Dock streets. www. theatrewilmington.com PERFORMANCE CLUB STUDIO THEATRE Performance Club Studio Theater presents “13 the Musical” 9/19-22 and 26-29, Thalian Studio Theater. Coming of age production is truly “a grown up story about growing up.” Directed by LJ Woodard, choreography by Judy Greenhut and musical direction by Jonathan Barber. “13” features 33 of Wilmington’s most talented tweens in this contemporary, high-energy, and unforgettable rock-musical for all ages. Tickets: $15, 910-632-2285 or www. thalianhall.org. www.PerformanceClubKids.com.

comedy JOKES ‘N’ SMOKE Every first Mon. of month will feature a stand-up comedy showcase Hosted by Brian Granger, performances by Reid Clark, Colton Demonte and many more of Nutt Street Comedy Club’s finest.

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music DOWNTOWN SUNDOWN The eighth annual Downtown Sundown Concert Series will take place each Friday evening through August 30. Shows are held in Riverfront Park, located on North Water Street between Princess and Market Streets. 8/23 Draw The Line: The Endorsed Aerosmith Tribute Show • 8/30 – Departure: The Journey Tribute Band.

FT. FISHER FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Free summer concert music series, Fr. Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, 2nd and 4th Fridays JuneAugust, 6:30-8:30pm. 8/23, Mako Band.

ILM SACRED HARP SINGERS Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers, 2-4pm: 8/24, 9/29, 10/27, Nov. TBA and 12/29. Songbooks provided, beginners welcome! Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers presents a traditional, dynamic form of a cappella social-singing, dating 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. fasola.org. Held in collaboration with WHQR. Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall, CAM. www.cameronartmuseum.com. Corner of 17th St. and Independence Blvd.

ILM CHORAL SOCIETY Wilmington Choral Society is holding two open rehearsals, 8/27, 7pm. Rehearsals will be held at Cape Fear Christian Church, 811 N College Rd. Rehearsals are in preparation for the fall concert scheduled for Nov 3. No audition necessary, just a love of singing. www.wilmingtonchoralsociety.com WSO AUDITIONS Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra and Junior Strings new and returning member auditions: Thurs evenings 8/29 and 9/5. 37th annual Richard R. Deas Student Concerto Competition auditions: 11/23. www.wilmingtonsymphony.org SURF CITY CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Surf City Parks & Recreation 2013 Concerts in the Park, at Sounside Park, Inclement weather location: Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr., 6-8pm. 8/31: The Meteor Men. BOOGIE IN THE PARK Spend your Sunday evenings this summer enjoying free, live music by the sea. The Town of Kure Beach will be hosting “Boogie in the Park” every Sun., 4-7pm, through 9/1. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogie shoes as you head down to Kure Beach Ocean Front Park for some familyfriendly entertainment! www.townofkurebeach.org or call Kure Beach Town Hall at (910) 458-8216.

JAZZ AT CAM A concert series by the Cameron Art Museum and the Cape Fear Jazz Society, 6:30-8pm, first Thurs. ea. mo. Cameron Art Museum, Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Series: CAM/CFJS Members, $45; non, $68. Students, $30, w/ID. Indv. tickets: Members, $8; non, $12; students, $5 w/ID. Musicians performing a range of jazz genres for your listening pleasure. 9/5: Grenoldo Frazier celebrates Duke Ellington & Count Basie. www.cameronartmuseum.com. Corner 17th St. and Independence Blvd.

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dance 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.

NUTCRACKER BALLET AUDITIONS Nutcracker Ballet Auditions, 9/7, Wilmington School of Ballet, 3834 Oleander Dr. Registration at 12:30pm. Member of the board will be available during registration to answer any and all questions: 910-777-1591. Audition times: 1:30-3pm: Dancers on Pointe (includes pros). 3-3:30pm :Kindergarteners & 1st graders .3:30-4:15pm: 2nd-4th graders .4:15-5pm: 5th-6th graders. 5-6pm: 7th graders through adult non-pointe dancers. Reg. packets will be available: call 910-777-1591 or email wilballetcompany@yahoo.com .

76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests.

Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 CONTRA DANCE Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.

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TANGO WILMINGTON 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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ART IN THE GARDEN Join the Historical Society of the Lower Cape Fear for an evening celebrating Wilmington art! See a showcase of paintings featuring the historical Latimer House and a be part of a “People’s Choice” of the pieces. Also, view pieces from artists associated with the house, such as Elizabeth Chant. Wine and cheese reception in the garden w/live music and a silent auction. Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door. Light hor d’oeuvres and a beverage are included. Cash bar will be provided. 8/22, 7-9 pm, The Latimer House 126 S. Third St. (910) 792-0492 for tickets.

FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT “Fourth Friday Gallery Night” is now coordinated

by The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County, feat. 16 local art galleries and studios that will open their doors to the public in an after-hours celebration of art and culture, from 6-9pm, every fourth Friday of the month through 2013. Dates: 8/23. Rhonda Bellamy at 910-3430998, 221 N. Front St. Suite 101. www.artscouncilofwilmington.org WOODCUTS “Christopher Alexander & Ashton Durham: Woodcuts” will be on view at the Art Gallery at the Cultural Arts Building, through 8/23. Closing reception will be held from 5:30-7pm, Thurs., 8/22. Both the print fest and reception are free and open to the public. Open Monday-Thursday, noon-4pm, during the summer. Local artists Alexander and Durham will feat. recently completed woodcuts printed during the public print fest. The interactive element of the printfest as well as showcasing the blocks allows viewers to participate in the process and further understand the technical elements of woodcut prints.

Ground floor of the Cultural Arts Building, near the building’s main entrance on the corner of Randall Parkway and Reynolds Dr., UNCW. • Ann Conner woodcuts will be on view Aug. 29 through Sept. 27 to commemorate her retirement from the UNCW Department of Art and Art History after many years of dedicated service. An artist lecture will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29 in Cultural Arts Buildingroom 2033, immediately followed by an opening reception in the ArtGallery from 5:30-7 p.m. Both the lecture and reception are freeand open to the public.

AGAINST THE GRAIN “Against the Grain” exhibit to open at CFCC’s Wilma W. Daniels Gallery. An exhibition of woodcuts by Wilmington artist Ann Conner through August 23 includes works from 3 suites of large scale woodblock prints. Connor utilizes traditional printmaking techniques to create formal, contemporary works on paper. 200 Hanover Street,first floor of CFCC’s Hanover Parking Deck, downtown Wilmington. 362-7431 or bguthrie@cfcc.edu.

LOVE, GRAVITY AND PIGMENT ARTIST 8/23, 6-9pm. Acme Art 711 N 5th Ave. Abstract artist Mykel presents “Love, Gravity, and Pigment”. Works will comprise watercolors from San Francisco 2012-2013 as well as Wilmington & Carolina Beach Spring-Summer 2013. FB: www. facebook.com/mykel.wurks or (415) 306-1181.

CRESCENT MOON 8/23: Free during Fourth Friday Gallery Walk at Crescent Moon, 5pm. The Residents Of Old Wilmington’s 7th Annual Back Door Kitchen Tour Artist Reveal: Kathleen McLeod. Other featured artists t odemonstarte talent include glass artist Shelby Spencer Shelby, along with musician Roger Davis. Sommelier Celeste Glass, of Fortunate Glass will highlight a red and white to pair

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And downtown’s hottest music series on the riverfront continues every Friday night through August 30th! Live music and dancing can be enjoyed at Riverfront Park for free! Beer and concessions are sold onsite, with partial proceeds benefitting locally charities, like this week’s Mercy Homeless Shelter, Inc. The Friday show welcomes the Widespread Panic tribute band, Big Wooly Mammoth.

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SUN GALLERY AND GIFTS Sun Gallery and Gifts is hosting a Handmade Artisan Market to mark the one year anniversary of opening it’s doors. We are asking 25+ of Wilmington’s best handmade-artisan’s to join us in the celebration! We will also have a Summer Feast ($5 donation) and a raffle table to raise money for Handmade Wilmington. handmadewilmington. org Recently featured in Modern Dog Magazine and Wrightsville Beach Magazine, Artist, Clair Hartmann’s whimsical dog art will be displayed in the gallery. Join us for some creative fun and be inspired! 8/25, 11-5. www.sungalleryandgifts.com.

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WILD BIRD AND GARDEN Wild Bird and Garden nature art exhibit featuring Karen Hicks through 8/31. Paintings of birds, landscapes and more, available for viewing and purchase. 3501 Oleander Dr. Hanover Center. Artist reception w/light refreshments, Thurs., 8/1, 6:30-8pm.

GYOTAKU IN THE GAZEBO 8/31, 10am: Audubon Art Works presents “Gyotaku in the Gazebo,” Sat., 8/31, 10am-noon. Wrightsville Beach Access #43, in the gazebo! Gyotaku is the traditional method of Japanese fish printing, dating from the 1800’s and now practiced around the world. This form of printing was used by Japanese fisherman as a means of keeping record of their catches. Join in the fun and learn about the special habitat and food sources of wild birds living and nesting on Wrightsville Beach. Using real fish such as pin fish, mullet, needlefish, and spot we will get messy and imaginative and make our own Gyotaku fish printcreations! Free and open to families and bird lovers and artistsof all ages!

FROM AFRICA TO AMERICAN “From Africa to American”—an exhibit of original oil paintings by Wilmington, NC native, Harry L. Davis, at the Art Factory, 721 Surry St. Through 8/28.

Considered by many to be one of the premier African-American artist in the country, Davis’ original oil paintings are owned by many noted celebrities, such as, Mr. Denzel Washinton, Ms. Halle Berry,

FESTIVAL POSTER CONTEST Poster Design Contest for the Seafood Blues & Jazz Fest. Do you have an idea that you need to get down on paper? Is there a creative doodle that just won’t leave your mind? Take a few and review the Entry Form and requirements, and sign up. Come October, your creation could adorn the popular event T-shirts and commemorative posters that have become a highly collected. You will get a cash stipend and complimentary booth in the Arts & Wine Garden, and the honor (and bragging rights) of being the artist of the 2013 Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival! Past winners include great talents such as Barton Hatcher, Ivey Hayes, Robert Knowles and Kelly Hawes. Deadline: 9/3.

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IMAGES OF DISTINCTION The Cape Fear Camera Club (CFCC) is presently exhibiting “Images of Distinction” at the Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts.

The annual show, held at various locations in and around Wilmington, takes place in the months following the close of the club season in June.

Throughout the CFCC season, six competitions are held and over 100 images receive ribbons for their outstanding photographic qualities. For each competition, a guest photographer, educator, or artist critiques the images and then awards gold, blue, and red ribbons. At the end of the season, the ribbon-winning images are sent to an outside judge for a final, end-of-year judging that results in a collection of the best photographs of the season. Also included in this exhibit are works by club members from the Photographic Society of America competitions over the past season.Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St.

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ARTBLAST ARTblast (9/4-8) is an explosion of skillful performances in the genres of theater, film, literature, music, dance, and art; a celebration of talent spread out over a five day period; an opportunity to open yourself to various talents in multiple familiar, or possibly unfamiliar, locations. One of the highlighted events is the Downtown Wilmington ArtWalk, which features many of our region’s artists that work with dozens of different mediums.

These will artists line the streets of Historic Downtown Wilmington on Sat., 9/7, for Wilmington’s largest outdoor arts show! Artists welcome to apply to vend: www.CoolWilmington.com.

FIGMENTS GALLERY Figments Gallery invites you to a Second-Friday Reception, “Small Works”, featuring a little bit of everything and all under $100! Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Show runs through Sept 13. Figments Gallery 1319 Military Cutoff Rd. Ste. ii 910-509-4289 info@figmentsgallery.com www.figmentsgallery.com ARTS COUNCIL OF ILM The Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County is seeking applications for the 2013–2014 Regional Artist Project Grants. The deadline to apply is Fri., 9/20. Counties include New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus and Pender; residents are eligible to apply for grants which provide financial support to artists in all disciplines, such as visual art/craft, music composition, film/video, literature/ playwriting and choreography/dance, and at any stage of their career. Types of fundable projects include the creation of new work; purchase of equipment and materials and professional development workshops. www.artscouncilofwilmington.org.

ARTISTS NEEDED Friends of the Arboretum and the ILM Art Association are seeking artists to exhibit their work at Art in the Arboretum 2013, an annual outdoor showcase for a wide range of garden friendly media categories, 10/5, 8-4; 10/6, noon-4. Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Dr. Wilmington, this year’s divisions will include handcrafted jewelry, glass, textiles, metal work, stepping stones, wood, painting and photography. Open to both emerging and professional artists age 18 and older, with all work accepted through a juried process. Full registration details are available on the WAA prospectus, www.wilmington-art.org/index.php. Registration forms also are available at the Arboretum offices.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear, a photography exhibition by the Cape Fear Camera Club, will be held at the Cape Fear Museum of History & Science, the oldest history museum in North Carolina. Runs through 10/27, during museum hours and will be integrated with the upper-level galleries.

The scope of the exhibit focuses on the region of the Blvd. in Topsail Beach. Mon-Fri, 2-5pm; after MeLower Cape Fear, an area rich and diverse in habitats, morial Day through Sat, 2-5pm. 910-328-8663 or wildlife, culture, and history. Through framed prints, 910-328-2488. topsailmissilesmuseum.org. projected digital images, and interpretive labels, the CHILDREN’S MUSEUM exhibit presents the museum visitor with aphotoMon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go graphic journey of the area. 814 Market St. 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; NC AQUARIUM and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Drop off gently Canoeing the Salt Marsh at the NC Aquarium at Fort used books at our Museum to be used for a good Fisher, Sat., 9am, 8/24, 31. 3-hour exploration of the cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locaZeke’s Island Estuarine Research Reserve by canoe. tions to help promote literacy, find a good use for Crabbing, seining, or birding. Must be able to swim; used books, and benefit nonprofits. www.playwilmages 8 and up, must be accompanied by two adults. ington.org $25/articipant. Admission not included. • AquarBELLAMY MANSION ist Apprentice, Sat., 2pm, 8/24, 31. Join staff on a One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebehind-the-scenes tour and learn about Aquarium anibellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War mals, what they eat, how they live, and how to care by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard for them. Open to 10 participants, ages 10 and up Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and busi(14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.) ness leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss $25, ages 13 and older, $23, ages 10-12. Admission (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of included. Pre-reg rqd. • Surf Fishing Workshop Tues., Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered 8am, 8/27. 3-hr. workshop includes one hour of the house as their headquarters during the occupaclassroom discussion, then surf fishing on the beach tion of Wilmington. Now a museum, itf ocuses on nearby. Equipment and bait provided. Rain or shine, history and the design arts and offers tours, changwith extra activities added in event of bad weather ing exhibitions and an informative look at historic (e.g., throwing a cast net). Ages 10 and up. $15; preservation in action. 910-251-3700. www.bellaadmissionnot included. • Behind the Scenes Tour, mymansion.org. 503 Market St. daily, 11:15am, and Tues/Thurs/Sat, 3:15pm through CAMERON ART MUSEUM 8/31. Space for animal holding, husbandry, life supExhibits: Diane Landry: The Cadence of All Things port systems, and access to exhibits is hidden behind installation artist, whose work employs everyday the aquarium walls. Accompany aquarium staff on a objects, sound, light and shadow in her evocaguided tour of animal quarantine, life support, food tive constructions. • Well Suited: The Costumes preparation, and access areas. Ages 8 and up (8-14 of Alonzo Wilson for HBO’s ‘Treme’—Fine, handmust be accompanied by guardian). $15 for ages 13 sewn beadwork, archival-quality costume technique and older, $13 for ages 8-12; admission included. and brilliantly colored feathers, all done by WilmingPre-reg rqd. • Extended Behind the Scenes Tour, ton native Alonzo Wilson, Exquisitely crafted Mardi M/W/F, 2pm, through 8/31. Get a birds-eye view of Gras Indian suits, as well as design sketches. Orthis 235,000 gallon tank as sharks, stingrays, moray ganized by the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, eels, and other fish swim below! Ages 8 and up (8-14 New Orleans, Louisiana. The Mardi Gras Indians w/a parent or guardian). $20 for ages 13 and older, are deeply rooted in shared cultures and symbiotic $18 for ages 8-12; admission included. Pre-reg rqd. relationships which developed between the Native 910-458-7468 or www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher.

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MISSILES AND MORE MUSEUM On display through 11/3. • CAM Public Tours, Topsail Island’s Missiles and More Museum features Thursdays, 7:30pm, w/admission. Explore what’s the rich history and artifacts of this area from prehisnew and on view.Open late on Thurs. until 9pm. toric to present time. Exhibits: Operation Bumblebee, Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. missile project that operated on Topsail Island shortly Tues-Sun,11am-5pm; Thurs: 11am-9pm. Museum after World War II; Camp Davis, an important antiairmembers free, $8 non-members, $5 students with craft training center during WWII located near Topsail valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. www.cameronartIsland; WASPS, group of young, daring women who museum.com or 910-395-5999. were the first female pilots trained to fly American milCAPE FEAR MUSEUM itary aircraft during WWII; Pirates of the Carolinas, deExhibits: Through 9/29: Attack of the Bloodsuckpicting the history and “colorful” stories of 10 pirates ers! Stinky feet can make you more attractive...to in the Carolinas including the infamous Blackbeard; a hungry mosquito, that is! Explore the science of Shell Exhibits, and intricate seashells from all over what’s eating you with Attack of the Bloodsuckthe world as well as Topsail; and more! 720 Channel

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• Impressions of the Lower Cape Fear (through 10/27): Take a photographic journey of southeastern North Carolina...a region rich with diverse habitats, wildlife, culture, and history. Featuring more than 100 printed and digital works by Cape Fear Camera Club members. Hours: 9am-5pm through 9/10; Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; $6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members admitted free. 814 Market St. 910-798-4367. www.capefearmuseum.com.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of Wrightsville Beach. 256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

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 afterhours 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. Northend of downtown, 505 Nutt St. 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 Mon-Fri, 10am4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. 126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org

CAPE FEAR SERPENTARIUM 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.

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

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PC PING PONG THROWDOWN 2nd Port City Ping Pong Throwdown, Brooklyn Arts Center, on Fri., 9/6. Registration is at the door from 4:30-6:30 p.m. with open tables for warm up.

Throwdown starts at 6:30pm, presented by The Wilmington Table Tennis Club. All players welcome: playing for fun, laying for keeps. Eight tables, cool tunes, cash prizes for top finishers, and lots of room for cheering fans. One of Wilmington’s fabu-

8/17-18: WAHINE CLASSIC It’s back: babes in bathing suits on boards! Don’t miss the women’s surf competition at Wrightsville Beach this weekend, featuring categories from pro-shortboard to long, amatuer shortboard to long, and even novice, standup paddleboard and crowd-pleasing guppy for the itty-bitty gals. The competition takes place near Crystal Pier in front of the Oceanic at the south end of WB. For details, head online to www.wrightsvillebeachwahineclassic.com or call 910-465-9638.

STRIDE FOR STAGE Stride for the Stage 5k Run/1 Mile Walk to benefit Thalian Association Children’s Theater will be held August 24th at 8:00 am at the TrySports Field in the Mayfaire Town Center. Online registration is available at www.its-go-time.com.

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COASTAL CURLING 8/24, 5pm: Learn the game of curling: delivery, sweeping, scoring, etiquette & rules. Participants in the learn to curl will be invited to return on an open league night free of charge. $20; coastalcurling@ gmail.com HALYBURTON PARK Summer Nature Series, Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St., 341-0075. Pre-reg. rqd. www.halyburtonpark.com. Terrific Trees, ages 3-5, $3. 8/26, 1011am; 8/27, 10-11am. Come out to Halyburton Park to learn about the types of trees we have at the park, and why trees are so important! $3. 910341-0075. info@wilmingtonrecreation.com BOOT CAMP Ongoing fitness program designed to offer a variety of exercise intensity levels to meet the needs of individuals. Boot Camp meets outdoors at the basketball courts in Wrightsville Beach Park. In the event of inclement weather, the class will meet in the Rec Center. Tues/Thurs, 6-7am. Wrightsville

lous food trucks will feed the crowd, the BAC cash bar will provide liquid refreshments, there’s an ATM onsite, and plenty of free, street parking in the BAC neighborhood. Reg. fee is $10. Non-player admission is $5. Cash bar/drink specials and free raffle ticket, sponsored by Omega Sports—shows at BAC, t-shirts, tote bags, koozies, and more. www. brooklynartsnc.com TENNIS LESSONS Tennis lessons are now being offered for youth and adults at Wrightsville Beach Park. Tennis pro Jackie Jenkins, an LTA registered coach since 1977, instructs these classes Mon/Wed. 256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com to download the registration form. Lessons begin 9/9 at WB tennis courts; ages 6-8, 3-4pm; ages 9-12, 4-5pm; adults, 6-7pm. Pre-reg. rqd.

CAPE FEAR FENCING ASSOCIATION The Cape Fear Fencing Association will offer its next beginners’ fencing class, 9/10, and runs for six weeks. Taught by Head Coach Greg Spahr, Tues/Thurs, 6:30-7:30pm, and costs $55. Class will meet in the lower level of Tileston Gym at St. Mary’s, corner of 5th and Ann, downtown.

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film FREE MOVIES BY THE SEA Free Movies by the Sea at Carolina Beach Lake Amphitheater. Picnics, blankets, chairs welcome; concession sold onsite. Movies start around 8:45pm; free! 8/25: Beach Blanket Bingo; 9/1: Oz the Great and Powerful.

SURF CITY MOVIES IN THE PARK Fridays at sundown at Soundside Park, next to swing bridge (Surf City Community Center for inclement weather, 201 Community Center Dr.).

Free, but popcorn and drinks available for purchase.8/30: Escape From Planet Earth.

OUR STATE SHORT DOC FILM CONTEST “Our State” magazine announces call for entries for short documentary film contest, Carrboro Film Festival in November. Amateur and professional filmmakers can submit entries for its first-ever short documentary film contest. Winning entry will correspond to the theme “Why I love NC,” include original footage of NC, and last no longer than eight minutes. Creator of the winning submission will receive a $500 cash prize and the chance to screen the film at the Carrboro Film Festival November 23 - 24, 2013. Judged by Nic Beery, founder of the Carrboro Film Festival and owner of BeeryMedia.com; Ted Mott, director of production at the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival; Cynthia Hill, a NC-based filmmaker; and Our State staff. Submissions will be accepted until 9/30. To submit an entry, register at ourstate.com/ documentary-film-contest.

MINI DOCUTIME WHQR 91.3fm Public Radio and the UNCW Department of Film Studies present the fourth annual special edition of DocuTime, [Mini] DocuTime, 9/14, 4-6:30pm. Celebrating pioneer 20th century filmmakers, one of the screenings features a young Martin Scorsese in Italianamerican (1974) prodding and pushing his parents to talk about life in New York and about family back in Sicily. UNCW’s King Hall Auditorium. Tickets: www.etix.com or at Sharky’s Box Office on the lst floor of Fisher Student Center. $10-$12.

CUCALORUS FILM FESTIVAL Cucalorus feat. filmmakers, choreographers, video artists, vagabonds, vigilantes, and activists for the upcoming 19th annual Cucalorus Film Festival, 11/13-17. More than 200 films and programs on dance, music videos, emerging artists, social justice, works-in-progress, short films, and more.

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MS. SUSAN’S ROOM Ms. Susan’s Room, music and arts for children, feat. Happy Little Singers, early childhood music & movement for ages 6 mo.-6 yrs. Sing, dance and learn through play! Tues./Thurs./Sat., 9:45am; Thurs, 4pm. • Happy Bigger Singers, more advanced program for ages 5-8 years, Tues., 4pm. • Art and Crafts Friday, 10am (all ages welcome), advanced RSVP rqd. • Mini Monets: 9/12. http:// minimonetsart.com • Advanced reservation rqd (check website for activity). All classes: $10/family, $5/ea. add. child. Drop ins welcome, please call ahead. Personal lessons for guitar, piano, ukulele and voice by appt.. Ms. Susan’s Room atArt Works, 200 Willard St. 910-777-8889 or www.happylittlesingers.com or www.ms-susans-room.com.

CAPE FEAR MUSEUM 8/21, 2 & 3pm: What is the Ra constellation? Long Sash? The Stairway to Heaven? (Hint: we usually call it Orion.) Listen to tales from around the globe as you hear the other names of the constellations.

Parental participation rqd. Free for members w/admission. • Learning Center: Pirate Invasion, Sat., 8/24, 31, 1-4pm. Discover the world of pirates as you make and hoist your own Jolly Roger, get a pirate “tattoo,” and make a Lego pirate ship.

Dress up like a privateer and learn how to tie knots aboard a ship. Play pirate games and go on an exciting treasure hunt! • Learning Center: Ocean Adventures , 9/7, 14, 21, 28, 1-4pm. Examine local shells and learn about North Carolina’s state shell.

Find out why starfish are not fish at all! Use various magnification tools to examine sea life up close.

Parental participation required. Free for members or w/admission. CF Museum, 814 Market St. BACK TO SCHOOL BLAST 8/24, 1-5pm: Back to School Blast features water slide, kiddie pool along with Groups performing live music on outdoor stage and much more. Free!

Gayle Tipper at 398-4226 PLEASURE ISLAND PIRATE VOYAGES A pirate voyage aboard the Miss Hannah lets kids venture into the coastal waters, listen to the gulls circling overhead, and experience the excitement of working with others to follow clues and seize the pirate treasure. In the process they will learn the rules of the sea, swear to the pirate oath, learn songs and dances, learn all about the fearsome Pirate Pete (the stinkiest pirate of them all!), celebrate with grog and come home with great stories to tell. It’s fun for all, and it’s all in fun. Ages 2-9, equipped with life jackets and other safety equipment. USCG-licensed. Parent or guardian rqd on board for every four little mates. Appx 90 minutes;

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by ABC and producer Brad Pitt, “The Returned” tells the story of Harold and Lucille Hargrave’s son Jacob, who died on his eighth birthday in 1966, but who they now find standing on their doorstep.

• Latino book Club to discuss “Let it Rain Coffee,” by Angie Cruz Sat., 8/31, 3pm: Angie Cruz, a “dazzling new voice in Latin American fiction” has been compared to Gabriel Garcia Marquez by the Boston Globe. “Let it Rain Coffee” is a tale of love, loss, family, and the elusive nature of memory and desire. Readings and discussion are in English. All are welcome! Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Avenue. pombooks.net. 910-452-1107.

CAPE FEAR COTILLION Sessions include lessons in ballroom and popular dance along with invaluable etiquette and social skills needed for all occasions. Ends with party for students to showcase what they learned! Session 1: 9/10; 2, 11/12. Pre-Cotillion (five weeks, ages 3 – 7) 4-4:45pm. Cotillion (six weeks, ages 8 – 12), 5-6pm. Pre-reg. rqd. Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Office, 256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

THEATRE NOW Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time. Kid’s live adventure and variety show. Saturdays. Doors open at 11am. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club Membership. Drop off service available.Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com or 910-399-3NOW

lectures/readings LARRY RENI THOMAS Roads ScholarLarry Reni Thomas on “The Carolina Jazz Connection,” 8/26, 6:30pm. The Bellamy Mansion, 503 Market St. Free! What is the Carolina Jazz Connection? Roads Scholar Larry Reni Thomas uncovers why so many big names in jazz had connections and roots in Carolina. A veteran jazz writer/radio announcer Thomas explains how Wilmington and Carolina influenced these artists and impacted the jazz world. Made possible by the North Carolina Humanities Council.

POMEGRANATE BOOKS Jason Mott of “The Returned,” 8/28, 7pm. MFA graduate of UNCW author of “The Returned,” comes to Pomegranate Books for a reading of his

ENVIRONMENTAL BOOK CLUB Cape Fear’s Going Green Environmental Book Club m eets at Old Books on Front Street, 249 N Front St. 9/3: When Women Were Birds (2012)

by Terry Tempest Williams. www.goinggreenpublications.com JEROLD PEELER 9/14, 2:30pm: Author Jerrold Peeler is weaving true and half-true stories from upstate SC into a trilogy of novels tracing a local family’s fortunes from before the Civil War. His first two books are Thicketty and Trinity, with the third and final book still to come. The author will speak at a free library program at Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd, and copies of his books will be available for sale. The Friends of the Library will provide refreshments. No registration is required.

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Schedule: Monday Morning Drawing Workshop, 8/26, 10am-1pm. Using light, shadow, compositional design and line dynamics. For beginners or experienced wanting to refresh their skills. All materials provided. • Monday afternoon drawing workshop, 8/19, 26, 2-5pm. Using light, shadow, compositional design and line dynamics. For beginners or experienced wanting to refresh their skills. All materials provided. • Tues. morning “Find Your Creativity” workshop, 8/27, 10am-1pm.

Fun opportunity to explore painting, drawing, and printmaking! Small class guides each student towards their interests and inspirations! All materials provided. • Tues. afternoon “Find Your Creativity” workshop, 8/27, 2-5pm. Fun opportunity to explore painting, drawing, and printmaking! Small class guides each student towards their interests and inspirations! All materials provided. • Sat. afternoon “The Beach and Beyond” workshop, 8/24, 31, 2-5pm. Exploring painting effects of light, shadow, surf and sand. All materials provided. www.artfullivinggroup.com. 910-458-7822.

CAM CLASSES Museum School classes, 910-395-5999 (ext.

1008 or 1024). • Yoga: Thurs., noon-1pm; Fri., 5:30-6:30pm; Sat., 10-11am. T’ai Chi: Wed., noon1pm; Thurs., 5:30-6:30pm. Join in a soothing retreat sure to charge you up while you relax in a beautiful, comfortable setting. These sessions are ongoing and are open to beginner and experienced participants. Cameron Art Museum, corner of 17th and Independence. cameronartmuseum.com

ARROW FINE ART SUPPLIES Classes entail learning to draw or paint by an experienced artist (Randy Sellers) that has degrees from both UNCW and the Angel Academy of Art in Florence, Italy. Lessons are for beginner and intermediate students. Ages 13 through adult; $30/ hour. Held at Arrow Fine Art Supplies on a daily basis, Tues.-Fri., beginning at 10:30am. Arrow Fine Art Supplies, 910-399-4248 POTTERY CLASSES Pottery Classes at the Community Arts Center for all skill levels. 9 weeks, through 10/3. Mon/Wed, 5:30-8:30; Tues/Thurs, 9am-noon. $150; orangestreetpottery@gmail.com.

clubs/notices TOPSAIL BUSINESS EVENTS Business After Hours: 9/5, The Belle of Topsail (Surf City). Event for members and staff of member businesses of the Topsail Chamber.

BAR TRIVIA Bar Trivia at Copper Penny, Wed., 8/21, 8pm. Calling all science buffs, culture gurus, and history lovers! Test your knowledge of the Cape Fear region with the Cape Fear Museum-sponsored bar trivia.

Expect questions drawn from local history, regional science, and Museum exhibits. Join us for some cold beer, cool science, and free history! opper Penny, 109 Chestnut Street, Wilmington

VETERAN CAREER READINESS Free veteran career readiness workshops, hosted

by Miller Motte and the Lower Cape Fear Human Resource Association. Every 2nd Tues. of the

UNCW SEEKS NOMINEES Albert Schweitzer Honors Scholar Award honros an individual for his or her contributions to the Cape Fear region in the areas of medicine, music or humanitarian efforts. Nominees must exemplify the attributes and ideals of Albert Schweitzer, a missionary doctor who established a hospital in French Equatorial Africa and was honored with a Nobel Peace The NC Maritime Museum of Southport invites kids Prize in 1952.The UNCW Honors College to be an archaeologist for a day! Participants of and William Madison Randall Library seek Digging into History will convene at a mock site nominations by Sept. 1. Honoree will be and learn how to interpret history through forgot- recognized at a ceremony at UNCW and the 2013 Schweitzer Lecture to ten objects. Various topics of archaeology will be deliver the Honors Scholars Freshman class in discussed, as professionals join to showcase real November.

8/15: NC MARITIME MUSEUM

artifacts from various time periods in American history. Cost is only $15 a child, for ages 7-11, and advanced registration is required for the 15th and 16th events, 10 a.m. to noon: 910-457-0003. month, 11am-12pm, until October at the VFW post, 2722 Carolina Beach Rd. Any veteran is able to attend but must RSVP: (910)442-3414.

HOBBY GREENHOUSE TOUR 9/6-7: Hobby Greenhouse Fall Plant Sale in Forest Hills. All plants grown by members; portion of profits go to scholarships for local community college horticulture students. 2318 Metts Ave. Free. 9am-6pm. www.hobbygreenhouseclub.org or hobbygreenhouse@aol.com.

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Focused on you aims to provide an emotionally safe space where women with cancer and their families can connect with others in the same situation. Women of Hope uses education to empower women through early detection and continuing support throughout their treatment. Survivorship Support Group is for female cancer patient who is in any stage of treatment. Caregiver Support Group is for anyone affected by a loved one’s cancer diagnosis. Meets same time, twice a month throughout the year. Friendly Community Baptist Church, 1730 US Hwy. 117, Burgaw. Meets 2nd/4th Thurs, 6:30-8pm. penelope@womenofhopenc.org.

TRANSGENDER SUPPORT GROUP Transgender Support Group, 1st Thurs./mo., 7-8pm. For more information please contact Therapist Nova Swanstrom: 910-343-6890. You must talk with Nova first before coming to a support group meeting!

GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS MEETING Gambler’s Anonymous Meeting of Wilmington.

Meets every Tuesday, 6:30-8pm. Ogden Baptist Church: 7121 Market St. 12-step meeting for people that have or think they may have a compulsive gambling problem. Contact: Casey 910-599-1407 CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Club meets third Tues. each month, Sept thru June, 7pm at Cape Fear Community College, McCloud Bldg, room S002. www.capefearcameraclub.org 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: 371-3556.

Judy: 383-0374.

AD/HD SUPPORT GROUPS ADHD Support Group: Wilmington Area CHADD meets on the 2nd Monday of every month from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Building B. This FREE support group is open to anyone affected by ADHD. For more information, go to www.WilmingtonCHADD.org.

PSORIASIS SUPPORT GROUP Meets the 2nd Sat. of month at Port City Java in Harris Teeter on College and Wilshire, 5pm. Christopher: (910) 232-6744 or cvp@yahoo.com. Free; meet others with psoriasis and get educated on resources and program assistance.

CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION Meet and greets the third Wed. ea. month. $25, members free. capefearweddingassociation.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.

Wilmington Coupon Club meets monthly, second Monday, at 6pm Come exchange coupons and learn how to save money. www.wilmingtoncouponclub.com WILMINGTON NEWCOMERS CLUB The Wilmington Newcomers Club meets monthly at 9:30am on the 2nd Thurs ea. month at the Coastline Convention Center, 501 Nutt St. Sign up for our satellite groups, where members can follow their particular interest and make new friends along the way—bridge clubs, dinner groups, business networking groups, etc. 910-632-8315, www. wilmingtonncnewcomers.com.

PFLAG PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

tours WRIGHSTVILLE BEACH SCENIC TOURS Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours feat. bird watching tours, water taxi services, fishing trips, pirate voyages, and Masonboro Island shuttles, on the 27-foot, green-and-white catamaran Shamrock. Bottom fishing tours $35/person; leaves dock 9am weekdays and returns noon.

Nearshore ocean fishing trip on 22’ Panga Skiff Island Hopper offered by appointment. • Harbor Night Cruise, nightly, a BYOB booze cruise that follows the path of our popular Harbor Cruise around Wrightsville Beach. Depart from the dock at 8:30pm; return at 9:30pm after an hour of music, dancing, and fun. Cost $25/passenger.

• Masonboro Yoga trip every Thurs., 9am. Attendees can expect a relaxing morning on a deserted natural preserve island, incl. a full session of yoga with a professional instructor and free time to explore the beach. The boat returns to our dock at 11:30am. Cost is $35/passenger. All of our tours depart from our dock apart from the Blockade Runner Hotel, 275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC. Also fishing charters, sunset cruises, harbor tours, Masonboro water taxi services, and much more. Cruisers Club allows members to come on several of the company’s popular cruises for a single, small, up-front payment. www.wrightsvillebeachscenictours.com. (910) 200-4002.

WILMINGTON WATER TOURS 8/22, 7pm: The movement of the tides and moon energizes and stirs the imagination! This will be a memory you cherish: a night under the stars on the famous and mysterious Cape Fear River. $33.

• 8/25, 1-3:30pm: 2-hour narrated cruise and pig pickin’ catered by Front St Brewery. Learn about the history of Cape Fear River. 910-338-3134 Wilmington Water Tours, www.wilmingtonwatertours.net

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HISTORICAL SOUTHPORT BIKE TOURS Take a guided tour through the Live Oak-canopied streets and along the waterfront and pedal by Fort Johnston, Brunswick Inn, the Old Brunswick Jail, the Crimes of the Heart home, the Indian Trail Tree, along the Cape Fear River and more. Lori Sanderlin, Educator from the NC Maritime Museum at Southport will guide the group as they peddle through the Lower Cape Fear history. The Adventure Kayak Company, Inc. and NC Maritime Museum at Southport present 2013 Historical Southport Bicycle tours: 9/7, 8am. 910-454-0607. $15-$20, including use of a bicycle and helmet. Limited number of bicycles available for rent.

and is not ADA accessible. 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach. (910) 458-5538 or www.nchistoricsites.org/fisher.

HISTORIC WILMINGTON TOURS Join the Historic Wilmington Foundation on two new guided architectural walking tours. The Streetcar Suburbs Tour showcases Wilmington’s first suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights.

The Forest Hills Tour focuses on architecture and landscape design within Wilmington’s first automobile suburb. Both tours are a great way to experience the Port City’s rich architectural heritage!

Every Sat, 10am, through 10/12. Additionally, the Streetcar Suburbs Tour will be held every 1st/3rd Wed. of the month and the Forest Hills Tour will OAKDALE CEMETERY TOURS be held every 2nd/4th Wed. of the month. The Sat., 9/21, 10am-noon: Walking Tour w/Bob Streetcar tour begins at 17th & Market at the Coastal Shopping Center and the Forest Hills tour originates at Forest Hills Elementary School, 602 Colonial Dr. $10/person. 1.5 hours so wear Wordsmiths, penman, literary gurus, artists of comfortable shoes! hwf@historicwilmington.org or 910-762-2511

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the page...come to the new Writing Group meeting held this Saturday, August 17th, at Myrtle Grove Library at 5155 S. College Road. The group meets from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., and folks are encouraged to bring a pen and paper, along with any of their works to workshop: short stories, poems, novels-in-progress, etc. Please, bring five copies for the group. Free, but call Bill at 910790-3397 for more details.

Cooke, noted Civil War historian and author, will take you to some of the interesting Civil War sites and provide you the stories of these gallant men, both Confederate and Union. Bob is well versed in the Wilmington Civil War Campaigns and loves and enthusiastic crowd. All tours $10 for non-members; free for members; canceled in inclement weather.

Tour canceled in event of inclement weather. • Fall Historical Tour with; Robin Triplett, a retired Cape Fear History Teacher. 10am to Noon at Oakdale Cemetery 520 N. 15th St. Wilmington. Adults $8, Students $3 preferred: 910-392-6753, www.tripwithtriplett.webs.com Sept 25th, Sept 28th.

ABOVE THE SCENES “Above the Scenes,” a special 45-minute walking tour from the floor of Fort Fisher to the top of the traverses, along an area normally closed to pedestrians. Tues/Sat, noon. Tickets are $10 for adults and will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Children 12 and under are free. Site officials say a maximum of 25 tickets will be sold each day. No advance tickets sold. Tour participants are encouraged to have proper walking shoes, sunscreen, and water. Tour dependent on weather conditions

HISTORICAL DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON Take a “Trip With Triplett” and learn the history of this wonderful city with a retired Cape Fear History teacher. Any time! 910-392-6753 or email rltriver@yahoo.com. $3/children or $8/ adults. www.tripwithtriplett.webs.com/ HOLLYWOOD LOCATION WALK 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.

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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 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

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TOURS OF OLD WILMINGTON Walking tours start at the end of Market and Water streets on the Cape Fear River. Times: 9am, 11am and 1pm, Wed-Sat., or Sun/Mon/Tues by appt. $12 for adults, free for children 12 and under. Seniors are $10. Provide step-on tours for bus tours and group-walking tours. Due to weather, call to check on times etc: 910-409-4300. http://touroldwilmington.blogspot.com

THALIAN HALL TOURS In addition to a full schedule of performances, selfguided tours of the theater are offered Mon-Fri, 126pm, 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.

GHOST WALK 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: 910-794-1866; www.hauntedwilmington.com

ORTON PLANTATION Live oaks bordering garden walks, sculptured shrubs and seasonal flowers. Grounds open 8 am - 6 pm. daily. Fees: $9 adults, $8 seniors, $3 ages 6-16, under 6 free. 15 miles south of Wilmington.

371-6851. www.orton plantation.com

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

HAUNTED COTTON EXCHANGE TOURS Haunted Cotton Exchange Tours: Open 7 days a week, year-round, w/multiple tour guides leading the way, 10am-10pm. Call for specific tour times: 910-409-4300

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A TICKET TO TASTE Ticket to Taste—an evening to enjoy the flavors of Burmese and Iraqi cuisine, 9/6, 6:30-9pm, for Interfaith Refugee Ministry. Brian Mayberry of Dixie Grill will devise a 3-course meal inspired by the flavors of Myanmar (Burma), Iraq and Columbia, home countries of our refugees. Serving first-course breakfast, followed by a lunch and a dinner, influenced by the flavors and dishes native cuisine of the countries of IRM’s clients. Hosted by WECT-Fox News reporter Jon Evans. St. James Parish Episcopal Church Perry Hall. Corner of Dock and 4th sts. 910 264-7244 or Ticket2taste@gmail.com.$25. www.ticket 2taste. com. Interfaith Refugee Ministry—Wilmington provides resettlement services to legal refugees who come to the US at the sponsorship of the State Department of the United States.

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Tours abound across our port city! Don’t miss the Tours of Old Wilmington and learn all about the history of our city. The tours start at the foot of Market at Water Street, on the Cape Fear Riverwalk, with scheduled times at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Wednesday through Saturday, and by appointment from Sunday through Tuesday. Seniors are $10 and adults are $12; free for kids 12 and under. Reserve your space: 910-409-4300.

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 for a jar of pickles or a half-dozen backyard eggs. No cash is

9/7, 5-9pm: Grape Stomp celebration filled with music from Carl Newton and the 5th Avenue Band, grape stomping, wine tasting, and vineyard tours. $15/person for concert and stomp. Duplin Winery, 505 N. Sycamore St. Rose Hill, NC. 800-774-9634 JUICE, JAZZ AND JAVA Kiwanis Club of North Brunswick is hosting a fundraiser gala, Juice, Jazz & Java, Sat., Sept 7, 6-10pm,

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at Cape Fear National Clubhouse located in Brunswick Forest. Evening of dinner, dancing and wine tasting. Dance w/The Shawnette Baity Trio. Bid on several exciting silent auction items. Proceeds from this event will benefit children’s programs in northern Brunswick County. Tickets: www.NorthBrunswickKiwanis.org.

FARMERS’ MARKETS Fruits, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheese, meats, seafood, honey and more! Schedule: Poplar Grove, Wed, 8-1. Aso features fresh baked goods, pickled okra, peanuts and handcrafted one-of-a-kind gifts such as jewelry, woodcrafts and pottery. Poplar Grove Plantation, 910-6869518. pgp@poplargrove.com. www.poplargrove. com • Riverfront Farmers’ Market open on Water St., downtown, every Sat., 8am-1pm. www.wilmingtondowntown.com/farmers-market • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market every Sat., 8am-1pm, around the lake in Carolina Beach. Free parking. www.carolinabeachfarmersmarket.com or email Janet Knott, carolinabeachfarmersmarket@gmail. com. • WB Farmers’ Market: 321 Causeway Dr. (across from old fire station). Monday, 8am-1pm, beginning the first Monday in May and continuing through Labor Day. • Town of Leland Farmers’ Market, Leland Town Hall, every other Sun., 11am-3pm, through the month of Aug. • Oak Island Farmers’ Market, Mondays, 7am-1pm through 9/9.

Middletown Park, Oak Island • Southport Waterfront Market, Wed, 8am-1pm, through 9/25. Garrison Lawn • St. James Plantation Farmers’ Market, Thurs,through 10/25, 4-7pm, at the Park at Woodlands Park Soccer Field.

SILVER COAST DINNER SHOW Silver Coast Winery dinner show, 9/14, feat. The Taylor Michaels Show—a retro, Las Vegas-style soiree of music, magic and comedy. Feat. Bobby Darin and Frank Sinatra, the Beatles and the Phantom and more. $26/ticket; doors at 5:30pm and dinner at 6pm. 910-287-2800 by 9/6. 6680 Barbeque Road, Ocean Isle Beach, NC.www.silvercoastwinery.com or 910 287 2800.

COUSINS ITALIAN DELI DOES DINNER Cousins Deli is proud to announce a new family style dinner service on Fri-Sat. nights. Seatings: 6-6:30 pm and 8-8:30 pm. Dinner’s are $25/person and include 6 courses: bruschetta and garlic toast, hot antipasto, salad greens and homemade dressing, pasta course, main course and vegetable, and homemade Italian desserts. BYOB; no corkage fee. Reservations: 910343-3354.

TASTE OF THE TOWN Tues., 9/17: Our most delicious event of the year!

Patrons have the opportunity to sample the fare and ambiance at downtown Wilmington’s best restaurants and decide where they want to eat before

the shows at Thalian Hall. Follow the map to each restaurant or take the provided trolley and enjoy a small appetizer portion or each eateries’ signature dish. All proceeds benefit Thalian Hall. $40 (member discount not applicable). www.thalianhall.org HISTORY AND SCIENCE OF ALCOHOL Adult Night Out: History and Science of Alcohol, 9/20 , 7-9pm. $5 for members; $7 for nonmembers. Did you know NC went “dry” a decade before national prohibition passed? Explore early 20th century prohibition with the Cape Fear Museum Curator and view a still from the museum collection smashed by federal agents. Conduct a fermentation science experiment and talk with the owners of Wilmington Home Brew and Supply.

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TASTE OF HAMPSTEAD WINE FESTIVAL The Greater Hampstead Chamber of Commerce started this tradition in 2009, and it became an instant favorite for both the community and visitors looking to experience the local fare! Get your palates ready for a terrific sampling of culinary delights provided by our area restaurants and an inspired selection of extraordinary wine and craft beers from our wineries. Add entertainment and this venue is a perfect opportunity to get to know the locals and experience our southern hospitality. Please check our website for location and time. Reservations Recommended. Sat., 9/21, 7-9:30pm. 910-270-9642. www.hampsteadchamber.com NC SPOT FESTIVAL The two day festival celebrates the spot fish, a staple of Hampstead! Feast on spot dinners with all the fixings and other regional food. Enjoy arts and crafts as far as the eye can see, non-stop entertainment, fireworks and more. Sat., 9/28, 9:45am-10:30pm; Sun., 9/29, 9:45am-5pm, Hwy 17 across from Deerfield in Hampstead, NC. 1-888-699-9907. www.ncspotfestival.com DOWNTOWN WINE AND BEER WALK Downtown ILM Wine & Beer Walk, 9/28, 1-6pm.

Tickets: $15 or two for $25, on sale 8/30 at Etix. com or The Fortunate Glass, 29 S.Front St., and Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. (cash only).

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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 3:30-6pm at: the Cameron Art Museum, THE POD (located next to Dunkin Donuts on UNCW campus) or the Burgaw Historic Train Depot.

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 microbrews. 605 Castle St. 910-202-4749. www.wilmingtonwine.net.

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ARIES (21 Mar. – 20 April): An Indian student named Sankalp Sinha has invented the “Good Morning Sing N Shock.” It’s an alarm clock that plays a song and gives a small electrical jolt when hitting the snooze button. The voltage applied is far less intense than, say, a taser, and is designed to energize rather than disable you. I encourage you to seek out wake-up calls like the kind this device administers, Aries: fairly gentle, yet sufficiently dramatic to get your attention. The alternative would be to wait around for blind fate to provide the wakeup calls. They might be a bit more strenuous.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you Google the statement “I can change overnight,” most of the results that come up are negative, like “It’s not something I can change overnight,” or “I don’t think I can change overnight.” But there’s one Google link to “I can change overnight.” It’s a declaration made by Taurus painter Willem de Kooning. He was referring to how unattached he was to defining his work and how easy it was for him to mutate his artistic style. I wouldn’t normally advise you Tauruses to use “I can change overnight” as your battle cry, but, for the foreseeable future, you do have the power to make some rather rapid and thorough transformations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “The artist is by necessity a collector,” graphic designer Paul Rand said. “He accumulates things with the same ardor and curiosity with which a boy stuffs his pockets.

He borrows from the sea and from the scrap heap; he takes snapshots, makes mental notes, and records impressions on tablecloths and newspapers.

He has a taste for children’s wall-scrawling as appreciative as that for prehistoric cave-painting.”

Whether or not you’re an artist, Gemini, this would be an excellent approach for you in the coming days. You’re in a phase when you can thrive by being a gatherer of everything that attracts and fascinates you. You don’t need to know yet why you’re assembling all these clues. That will be revealed in good time.

and harmonious like invented stories,” wrote novelist Herman Hesse. “It tastes of folly and bewilderment, of madness and dream, like the life of all people who no longer want to lie to themselves.”

As interesting as Hesse’s declaration is, let’s not take it as gospel. Let’s instead envision the possibility that when people reduce the number of lies they tell themselves, their lives may become sweeter and more harmonious as a result. I propose that exact scenario for you right now, Leo. There might be a rough adjustment period as you cut back on your self-deceptions, but eventually your folly and bewilderment will diminish as the sweet harmony grows.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Novelist James Joyce once articulated an extreme wish that other writers have probably felt but never actually said.

“The demand that I make of my reader,” Joyce said, “is that he should devote his whole life to reading my works.” Was he being mischievous?

Maybe. But he never apologized or issued a retraction. Your assignment, Virgo, is to conjure your own version of that wild desire: a clear statement of exactly what you really, really want in all of its extravagant glory. I think it’ll be healthy for you to identify this pure and naked longing. (P.S. I’m not implying that you should immediately try to get it fulfilled, though. For now, the important thing is knowing what it is.)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Now and then a British Libra named Lloyd Scott dresses up in funny costumes while competing in long-distance races. He does it to raise money for charity. In the 2011 London Marathon, he wore a nine-foot snail outfit for the duration of the course. It took him 27 days to finish. I suggest you draw inspiration from his heroic effort. From a cosmic perspective, it would make sense for you to take your time as you engage in amusing activities that benefit your fellow humans.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Can you remember the last time you bumped up against a limitation caused by your lack of knowledge? What did it feel like? I expect that sometime soon you will have that experience again. You may shiver with worry as you contemplate the potential consequences of your continued ignorance, but you may also feel the thrill of hungry curiosity rising up in you. If all goes well, the fear and curiosity will motivate you to get further educated. You will set to work on a practical plan to make it happen.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): What will you do now that you have acquired more clout and visibility? Will you mostly just pump up your self-love and bask in the increased attention? There’s nothing wrong with that, of course. But if those are the only ways you cash in on your added power, the power won’t last. I suggest you take advantage of your enhanced influence by engaging in radical acts of magnanimity. Perform good deeds and spread big ideas. The more blessings you bestow on your fellow humans, the more enduring your new perks will be.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “My story isn’t sweet

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ve

been pretty wild and uncontained lately, and that’s OK. I’ve loved seeing how much permission you’ve given yourself to ramble free, experiment with the improbable, and risk being a fool. I suspect that history will judge a majority of your recent explorations as tonic. But, now, Sagittarius, the tenor of the time is shifting. To continue being in alignment with your highest good, I believe you will have to rein in your wanderlust and start attending to the care and cultivation of your power spot. Can you find a way to enjoy taking on more responsibility?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “The person who can’t visualize a horse galloping on a tomato is an idiot,” founder of surrealism and writer André Breton said. I wouldn’t go so far as to call such an imagination-deprived soul an “idiot,” but I do agree with the gist of his declaration. One of the essential facets of intelligence is the ability to conjure vivid and creative images in one’s mind. When daily life has grown a bit staid, stuck or overly-serious, this skill becomes even more crucial. Now is one of those times for you, Capricorn. If you have any trouble visualizing a horse galloping on a tomato, take measures to boost the fertility of your imagination.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “I want to be with those who know the secret things, or else alone,” eccentric, ecstatic poet Rainer Maria Rilke wrote. That wouldn’t be a good rule for you Aquarians to live by all the time. To thrive, you need a variety of cohorts and allies, including those who know and care little about secret things. But I suspect that for the next few weeks, an affinity for those who know secret things might suit you well. More than that, they may be exactly the accomplices who will help you attend to your number one assignment: exploratory holy work in the depths.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): To launch your horoscope, I’ll steal a line from a Thomas Pynchon novel: “A revelation trembles just beyond the threshold of your understanding.” To continue your oracle, I’ll borrow a message I heard in my dream last night: “A breakthrough shivers just beyond the edge of your courage.” Next, I’ll use words I think I heard while eavesdropping on a conversation at Whole Foods: “If you want to cook up the ultimate love feast, you’re still missing one ingredient.” And to finish this oracle, Pisces, I’ll say that if you want to precipitate the trembling revelation, activate the shivering breakthrough and acquire the missing ingredient, imitate what I’ve done in creating this horoscope. Assume the whole world is offering you useful clues, and listen closely.

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