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A family overcomes grim odds in ‘the sound of Music’ p. 11 After auditioning nearly 200 actors, Thalian Association welcomes a talented cast full of accomplished singers and even some newcomers to the theater company for their latest production, “The Sound of Music.” As Rodger and Hammerstein’s final work created together, it has since become a canonical piece of musical theater. Based on the true accounts of the Trapp Family Singers, collected in the real Maria’s memoir, “The Sound of Music” proves itself timeless while covering an array of themes: growth, hope, love and commitment to family. It opens in Wilmington on Thursday, December 8th just in time for the holiday season. All photos by Chris Ochs

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LATE NIGHT FUNNIES ”Republican candidate Rick Perry is denying rumors that his top advisers are being demoted. Yep, Perry was like, ‘I want to make it clear that at no point in this campaign have I had any advisers.’” —Jimmy Fallon “I don’t know if you know the Occupy L.A. protesters have been evicted. They all were evicted. As of this morning, according to reports, all that was left of their campsite was trash, empty tents and the smell of urine. Then someone pointed out that was not Occupy Los Angeles, that was Gary Busey’s house.”

—Conan O’Brien “With Herman Cain we’re up to he said, she said, she said, she said, she said, and she was paid not to say.” —Stephen Colbert “President Obama will attend three fundraisers in New York City tomorrow to raise money for his re-election campaign. Seriously?

How about holding a fund-raiser to raise money for the United States?” —Jimmy Fallon “Another woman has come forward. Herman Cain is starting to look like a black Tiger Woods.” —Jimmy Kimmel “Three wealthy investors who are already worth millions won the $254 million Powerball jackpot. Yeah, in a related story, everyone’s head at Occupy Wall Street just exploded.”

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6 news: Alex Pompliano speaks with two local professors about Cape Fear Museum’s Civil Warthemed ‘Community Conversations.’

7 op-ed: Mark Basquill reflects on our country’s grim beginnings.

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

artsy smartsy ............. 9-23 9-11 theatre: ‘A Christmas Carol’ opens in Jacksonville, produced by Legacy Theater Company; Gwenyfar checks out a double-billing from local playwright John Grudzien; Bethany Turner has the scoop on Thalian Assocation’s latest presentation, ‘The Sound of Music.’

12 art: Sarah Richter gets to know painter Emily Rawls, whose work will hang in Tidal Creek Co-op as part of Art Soup’s latest exhibition.

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

14-17 film: Shea Carver interviews a local who worked on ‘Take Shelter,’ showing as part of Cinematique next week; Anghus interviews local documentarian Rob Hill; ‘ J. Edgar’ suffers under Clint Eastwood’s direction.

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has come and gone—this one complete with the American Express-sponsored Small Business Saturday. The shopping extravaganza that overshadows Thanksgiving—a day for reflection and gratitude—was no less noteworthy than years before, with reports of violence and people behaving in a manner contrary to the aims of civilization. Watching the news footage of the trampling, pepper spraying and fisticuffs seems to have become an expected holiday event, not unlike a football game is for many.

The good news is reports of consumer spending were up this year! The National Retail Federation reports the average consumer spent $398.62 between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which is up from last year’s $365.34 per consumer. This is supposed to be encouraging news for all of us, because, among other things, more retail jobs will be added during the holiday season.

While the Occupy Wall Street encampments protested the stranglehold of multi-national corporations on the average American’s choices and self-determination, the rest of us went shopping. I am no different.

For Small Business Saturday, for the purposes of this column, I registered my American Express Card, and after Seth relieved me at the bookstore, I sallied forth to find a small business that would accept American Express. American Express gave me a $25 statement credit as a reward for using their card to make a purchase at said small business. My hopes were not high, and I admit it is because I think poorly of credit card companies and mistrust their motives. If I had a choice between a day with Shylock from the “Merchant of 4 encore | december 7-13, 2011 | www.encorepub.com

Venice” or a customer service representative from American Express, the choice would be easy. So, to cover my bases, I visited my favorite hardware store, Stevens, and The Transplanted Garden.

I figured I would pick up the things I always seem to need, including cleaning products and fertilizer, at Stevens. Since they are part of a cooperative of hardware stores, which allows them to offer the competitive pricing that they do, in conjunction with their wonderfully knowledgeable service, I worried we might be in a gray area as far as American Express claiming they weren’t small enough to qualify for a statement credit.

So, I headed over to the Transplanted Garden for part of Daddy’s Christmas present. (Don’t tell him, please, if you see him before the holidays.) Imagine my surprise to get an e-mail form American Express that evening, telling me that my statement credit would appear on the next billing cycle. They even thanked me for supporting Small Business Saturday.

Just to double check, a few days later, I called and went through my five most recent transactions, and there in the list was the statement credit! I honestly have to say I was surprised but pleased. Of course, even though they credited me the $25, they still charged the merchants’ processing fees. So they don’t get out of this like angels—just sayin’.

Though the mall might have been mayhem, Front Street in Wilmington was placid. It was actually a really lovely day, as it usually is: The farmers’ market and crowd it attracts, the yoga classes from Organic Yoga, lots of families with kids in strollers and lots of good conversation. We didn’t come close to sales numbers that we have done in years past or remotely close to

the crazy spending reported at the chains—but everyone was relaxed, pleasant and nice to talk with.

I have heard reports from people both in person and from blog posts that Small Business Saturday didn’t seem to have the oomph that Black Friday did—that small retailers weren’t offering the kinds of crazy deals that big chains did to lure in new shoppers, which is true. In our little neck of the woods, the bookstore didn’t have a specific sale, though Sugar on Front Street, the bakery inside, did offer sales on jams and high-end peanut butters. I understand the logic behind the sale mentality to bring in the buying public. But, from a small business standpoint, we don’t have the volume to sell a book for less than we pay for it wholesale—which is why we don’t carry the new James Patterson hardback at 60 percent off or buy two get one free. We also pay for merchandise upfront, not when it sells, and we can’t send it back if it gets damaged on the sales floor—we have to eat the cost. So, no, many small businesses weren’t offering crazy, over-the-top deals—but we were offering a much higher level of customer service. Because our employees hadn’t worked overnight and were not mobbed by crazy people prepared to trample each other to death.

My friend Allison commented to me that she was looking to purchase a crock pot as a holiday gift. One of our mutual friends excitedly pointed out that Walmart would have them on sale for $10 on Black Friday.

“Are you kidding?” she said to me later. “I would pay someone $10 not to have to go to Walmart on Black Friday.”

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understanding the aftermath: Cape Fear Museum hosts a discussion on the lives of Civil War soldiers

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that is usually attributed to Winston Churchill or Napoleon but originates from a Latin proverb: “History is written by the victor.” The story and struggle of failed armies are often left out of history books and, thus, untold.

On behalf of confederate soldiers of the Civil War, Cape Fear Museum is holding their second Community Conversations, titled “The Combatants,” which will explore how Southerners of both races made the choice to fight, and what their experiences were in the Confederate and U.S. armies.

Over the years, Cape Fear Museum has held a number of community conversations, with topics running the gamut from segregation and 9/11 to the history of Colonial America. “We developed the format, where speakers present information in a lively fashion and the audience has a chance to become part of the conversation, in order to encourage people to think—and talk—about history,” Janet Davidson, collections historian at Cape Fear Museum, says.

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by Alex Pomplia ersations: nv Co Community The Combatants 13th Sun., December p.m. m • 6:30 – 8:30 Cape Fear Museu bers; $7 for non$5 Museum mem ee ents admitted fr members; Stud useum.com www.capefearm To mark the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the museum decided a discussion based on the war was in order. Davidson added that the museum’s goal for these conversations is to engage audience members in a dialogue about a topic, to solicit their viewpoints, experiences and reflections and, ultimately, explore the ways that North Carolinians made choices during the war. Audiences will be given the opportunity to reflect on ways in which 19th century North Carolinians lived through upheaval, political divisions, racial turmoil, and the

WAGING WAR: An historic engraving which depicts U.S. soldiers attacking Fort Fisher in January 1865. It was featured in Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper on February 4, 1865. Photo courtesy of the Cape Fear Museum.

struggle to comprehend and live with mounting death and loss.

According to Davidson, the first conversation of the series was devoted to the causes of the sectional conflict, secession and war.

“The Combatants” will explore military experiences during the war and give the audience detailed information about what it was like to be a soldier on both sides of the conflict.

The third conversation (in February 2012) will highlight the choices people made on the home front, focusing especially on the lives of women and slaves during war. The final conversation will examine the fall of the Confederacy and shed light on life for blacks and whites during the Reconstruction era.

“Taken as a whole, the four conversations will expose local audiences to a range of ideas about the Civil War,” Davidson explains. “They should also encourage people to move beyond traditional understanding, and to consider a more inclusive vision of the history of the region—one which includes the perspectives and contributions of women and African Americans to North Carolina’s history.”

The two key players in “The Combatants” are Dr. Joseph Glatthaar, author and professor at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and Dr. Chris Fonvielle Jr., author and professor at University of North Carolina Wilmington.

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courses in the American Civil War and American military history on the undergraduate and graduate levels. His second book, “Forged in Battle,” examined race relations within the Union army, and helped establish Dr. Glatthaar as the leading authority on black troops in the Civil War in the literary community. Dr. Glatthaar’s discussion will delve into the underlying motivations for Union and Confederate soldiers. He stresses that Wilmingtonians’ comprehension of their city’s involvement in the Civil War is crucial because it played such a huge factor in its outcome. “[Wilmington] was right in the line of it,” Dr. Glatthaar says. “There was so much action at Fort Fisher because Wilmington was an open port, so lots of valuable supplies were coming throughout [the city] for much of the war. Of course, while North Carolina didn’t have as much fighting as places like Virginia, Sherman’s Army ended up here.”

Dr. Fonvielle is a native of Wilmington with a lifelong interest in the Civil War and has published several books on the subject. Dr. Fonvielle’s third book, “The Best Ever Occupied: Archaeological Investigations of a Civil War Encampment,” which he co-authored, deals exclusively with African American soldiers’ wartime experiences. At UNCW, he teaches courses on the Civil War, Wilmington, the lower Cape Fear region, antebellum America and the Old South. Dr. Fonvielle’s discussion in “The Combatants” will strive to expand the traditional view of the impacts of the Civil War on those involved.

“I think many historians want to talk about the traditional roles that young white males played in war,” Dr. Fonvielle explains. “I’m going to look at the impact the war had on local women and the local African American population. It’s extremely crucial that their stories are told as well.”

Above all else, Dr. Fonvielle hopes the conversation will be a study in history that can be relatable for people of all walks of life.

“Wilmington is a very diverse cosmopolitan community—and, as a sea port, for the most part, we always have been one,” he adds.

“We want this [discussion] to be inclusive; we want to touch the interests of as many people as we possibly can.”

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with the annual Christmas ritual of helping Mom buy Christmas presents for her distant grandchildren. This year was challenging—not because Mom’s on a fixed income. We all are; we just don’t admit it. (Years ago Steinbeck observed that the American working class is full of “temporarily embarrassed millionaires.”

We’ve bought the “anyone can be a millionaire” myth and turned it into “everyone should be a millionaire” and forgot the math. Most people with only a high-school diploma earn less than $30,000 a year; most with a college degree earn between $30 and $100,000.) It was unfortunate that Mom’s worsening arthritis prevented her from shuffling downtown or through the local shops at the Cotton Exchange. But that wasn’t what got me.

Through a haze of her Native smokes, Mom directed my points and clicks. “Your niece has her heart set on this Indian girl doll,” she said. “Order it, and the pony and teepee. They live out West. $250? That’s robbery! But get it.”

My heart sunk. Haunting strains of Neil Young’s “Pocahantas” arose from the dead. “They killed us in our teepee, and they cut our women down…”

Maybe I’ve completely left the reservation, but the gift troubled me. A while back I bought a copy of “Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee” by Dee Brown at Old Books on Front. I read it over Thanksgiving.

It’s one of at least three things Americans should never actually read, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights being the other two.

The book might cause “God and Country” patriots to question whether our occupation of this country had anything to do with any god at all.

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Obviously, the continent was occupied prior to the Lone Ranger, manifest destiny, Columbus and Alexander VI’s 1493 papal bull that determined indigenous Americans weren’t people. Alexander granted inhabited continents to European countries and helped open the door for colonization and savage soul-saving (most “un-Baby Jesuslike” if you ask me.) Less obvious, I scoured 400 pages hoping to find which native nations invented land mines and which forests hid factories making weapons of mass destruction. I was disappointed to learn that in 400 years of civilizing savage soul-saving genocide, every industrial-age weapon native nations had was taken from us or sold to them by us.

Me? I’m generally against civilizing and soul-saving. A quarter century ago I was packing to fly to American Samoa to teach English for a year. Father Tom touched my shoulder. “You’re job is not just teaching vocabulary,” he said, “but helping to civilize a race and save souls.” A priest’s gentle touch repulsed me enough, but his job description convinced me to tear up the ticket.

I wanted to teach English and catch some waves. If anyone was to become civilized or have his soul saved in the South Pacific, it would be me.

The final and least obvious take-home point is Sitting Bull’s link to the Occupy Movement. Like flocks of canaries in thousands of coal mines, global Occupiers alert us to the poisoned air in the mines of materialism. Our current global anti-greed movement reminds us that like Steinbeck, Sit-

ting Bull’s observation still rings true: “The white man knows how to make everything, but he does not know how to distribute it.”

I may have taken a step off the reservation, but I don’t want to live in a teepee without running water or reliable WiFi, and I hope my niece has fun with her doll set.

I’m optimistic. I’m confident my niece’s generation has the courage to confront a host of inconvenient truths, including this: The planet’s freest people, the nation that crafted the Constitution and Bill of Rights built the foundations of the world’s most “productive” economy on the graves of Cherokee children and the backs of slaves.

I’m sure she’ll wonder how Sitting Bull’s few survivors felt during Christmas 1890, in that church near Wounded Knee, freezing and bleeding under a “Peace on Earth Goodwill Toward Men” banner. She’ll wonder how that baby in a manger felt about all the civilizing and soul-saving. She’ll take another step off the reservation, a step toward true peace on earth, goodwill to all!

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NewsoftheWeird with Chuck Shepherd LEAD STORY Was Moammar Gadhafi the last of the “buffoon dictators,” asked BBC News in October. His legend was earned not merely with his now-famous, dirty-old-man scrapbook of Condoleezza Rice photos. Wrote a BBC reporter, “One day (Gadhafi) was a Motown (backup) vocalist with wet-look permed hair and tight pants. The next, a white-suited comic-operetta Latin American admiral, dripping with braid.” Nonetheless, Gadhafi had competition, according to an October report in the journal Foreign Policy. For example, the son of Equatorial Guinea’s dictator owns, among other eccentric luxuries, a $1.4 million collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia. North Korea’s Kim Jong Il owns videos of almost every game Michael Jordan ever played for the Chicago Bulls.

Leading Economic Indicators In March, William Ernst, 57, owner of the QC Mart chain of Iowa convenience stores, excitedly announced a company-wide employee contest with a prize of $10 for guessing the next worker that Ernst will fire for breaking rules. “Once we fire the person, we will open all the envelopes (containing

the entries), award the prize, and start the contest again.” Ernst added, “And no fair picking Mike Miller from (the Rockingham Road store). He was fired at around 11:30 a.m. today for wearing a hat and talking on his cellphone. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!” (After firing a cashier who had complained about Ernst’s attitude, he challenged the woman’s unemployment-compensation claim, but in October, a judge ruled in her favor.)

Even in a flagging economy, Christie’s auction house in New York City was able to attract a record sales price for a photograph.

In November, a 1999 photo by German artist Andreas Gursky, of a scenic view of the Rhine River, sold for $4.3 million. (It is possible, of course, that buying the actual waterfront property that Gursky photographed from to enjoy the same view every day would have been less expensive.)

Unfortunately, Manulife Financial Corp. is a Canadian firm, and thus it had a very bad year. If exactly the same company had been magically relocated to anywhere in the United States, it would have had an outstanding year. Under Canada’s hard-nosed accounting rules, Manulife was forced to post a loss

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last year of $1.28 billion. However, under the more feel-good U.S. accounting rules, according to the company, it would have shown a profit of $2.2 billion and been flush with $16 billion more in shareholder value.

Following October arrests by Nigeria’s Abuja Environmental Protection Board, authorities learned that local prostitutes earned premium fees by selling their customers’ semen to “juju priests,” who use it as “medicines” in rituals. Police who rounded up the sex workers found inventories of condoms with the necks tied.

Wait . . . What?

In the course of an October story on an ill-fated Continental Airlines flight during which all restrooms in coach were broken, the reporter for the Star Tribune of Minneapolis sought reactions from experts. Calling the toilet failures a “bad situation that hasn’t been addressed” was Robert Brubaker, a spokesman for something called the American Restroom Association, “a Baltimorebased advocacy group for toilet users.”

Our Animal Overlords An Oxford University researcher reported in August on the African crested rat, which is so ingenious that it slathers poison, from chewing the A. schimperi plant, onto an absorbent strip of fur on its back as protection against predators many times larger. The researcher observed first-hand a dog quivering in fear after just one failed mouthful of a crested rat’s fur in his laboratory. The noxious goo is also used by African tribesmen on their hunting arrows.

Researching the Itty-Bitty: In October, Popular Science dubbed researcher Gaby Maimon of Rockefeller University as one of its “Brilliant 10” for 2011 for his monitoring of neurons in the brains of fruit flies. Maimon first had to immobilize the flies’ brains in saline and outfit their tiny neurons with even tinier electrodes so that he could track which neurons were firing as the flies flapped their wings and carried out other activities (work that he believes can be useful in treating human autism and attention-deficit disorder).

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A marine sciences lab in nearby La Paz confirmed that the unborn baby, which filled up a researcher’s hand, had the extremely rare congenital “cyclopia.”

Cutting-Edge Science Japan’s Showa University School of Dentistry has for several years been training future practitioners using life-sized synthetic patients from Orient Industry, based on the company’s “sex dolls,” and recently upgraded to the fancier silicone dolls with human-feel skin that can cost as much as the equivalent of $9,000 when sold to perverts who custom-order young women for companionship. According to a July CNN report, advanced robotics added to the Showa version allow the doll to utter typical patient phrases, to sneeze, and (when trainees mishandle tools) to gag.

Creme de la Weird Police in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, arrested a much-too-zealous expert on local cemeteries in November, suspected of digging up the bodies of 29 women buried in the city and taking them to his apartment. Local media identified him as prominent historian Anatoly Moskvin, 45, possessor of “certain quirks,” including making solitary forays through the hundreds of graveyards in the region. Police found the mummified corpses, outfitted in dresses and headscarves, in Moskvin’s home, along with an assortment of plastic dolls wearing frilly dresses.

Hey, What’s “Good News” Doing in “News of the Weird”?

Japan’s National Police Agency revealed in August that during the five months following the tsunami-provoked nuclear disaster, super-honest searchers had turned in wallets containing the equivalent of $48 million and safes containing cash of the equivalent of $30 million. In August, the school superintendent of Fresno County, Calif., refused $800,000 in guaranteed salary and said he would run the 325-school system for three years on less pay than a first-year teacher makes. Employees at the dump yard in Pompano Beach, Fla., gave Brian McGuinn zero chance of ever finding the custom-designed ring he had given his wife but had accidentally tossed in his trash at home on Oct. 30. Facing nine tons of 10-foot-high rotten eggs, dirty diapers and other garbage (which made him vomit), he found the ring within 30 minutes.

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The Long Island, New Yorker has been acting since the age of 12, breathing life into roles across many platforms. From the Reverend Mother in “Nunsense,” to Mrs. Caswell in Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap,” to a featured singer in “Godspell,” among roles in “Grease,” “Fiddler on the Roof” and “Aladdin,” the world has been her stage, so to speak. And Jacksonville, NC, just so happens to have an excellent seat awaiting for a first look at the creative performances Hose and her husband, James, will be bringing to life through their infant Legacy Theater Company this weekend.

Having been “birthed in their hearts” in 2000, Erika and James wrote a play for their church entitled “The Legacy.” “The actors conveyed there is something that only they can do and something that only they can say,” Erika explains, noting the play’s purposeful proof that everyone does in fact leave a legacy. They went on to write two more, making up “The Legacy Trilogy,” before expanding into funfilled mysteries and comedies, such as “McKayla’s Hideaway” and “The Lost Treasure.”

In January of 2011, Erika and James decided to create their theatre company, which will make its debut this weekend with the Charles Dickens’ classic, “A Christmas Carol.” The Hoses wanted to interpret the timeless tale of the holiday spirit to infuse their community with hope of the season and culture through the arts. Also, it happens to be Erika’s favorite seasonal tale.

“I have always wanted to tell the story on the stage,” she says. “I have read Charles Dickens so many times, and I decided to write my own script based on the book.”

While the structure remains mostly traditional, Erika was able to take a few creative liberties in stag-

ing it. She used female ghosts and has tweaked other details without overshadowing the story’s “redemptive power of Christmas.” The old-world tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, played by James Hose Jr., sticks to their family-friendly policy of entertainment.

“Our cast has thirty members ages 8 to 65 all from the community of Onslow County and beyond,” Erika notes. “Jacksonville and this surrounding area is so unique with men and women from all over the United States. I knew finding great talent would not be difficult once we got the word out.”

Eclectic and varied, the cast contains folks who aren’t shy to the stage either. They will have a Military Channel’s “Marine Sniper,” a Jeopardy champion, as well as an actress from “One Tree Hill” in the production. “From spectacular moms and dads, to military families, preachers, stellar students and amazing volunteers, we are blessed with the cast we have,” Erika says.

Word-of-mouth support has been the main success of Legacy Theater. Once the community began buzzing after their first production, “The Higgins’ Train to Georgia,” they began building a fanbase. They have culled not only a strong team of actors and actresses but behind-the-scenes players worthy of praise.

“Connie LoCurto and Brian Young are primarily in charge of hair and makeup,” Erika says, noting they’ve had their work cut out for them considering the youth of so many cast members. “The challenge in this production was taking the real age of our actors and transforming them into ‘theater age.’

For example, a 28-year-old [needs to] look like a 78-year-old miser.”

Also, Erika has been focused on authenticity in

the production. She and Lucretia Lucas have been making sure every button, inseam and collar are sewed to the hilt. “Every costume is hand-made,” Erika says. “We did not rent or purchase our costumes, but we created each one and we look like we could fit right into 1856 London.”

As of now, Legacy Theater Company is performing at Kingdom Life Fellowship Church; they don’t have an official stage to call home quite yet. But Erika welcomes any suggestions from the community in helping the group find one.

“If anyone knows of a workable space or would like to donate space, give us a call,” she says. “We are here to stay. Our hope is to eventually build our own theater in Jacksonville for the entire community to use and enjoy.”

She and her crew are also planning an expansion in 2012 for an educational experience in theatre arts. The Legacy Theater Company is a nonprofit and will launch Legacy Performing Arts School in 2012, open to students from elementary to high school. “They will be able to learn acting, music, voice and dance while creating a production of their own,” Erika says. “Our desire is for students to take the skills learned through the arts and bring them into their everyday lives at home, work and school.”

Legacy also will be auditioning for their original improv comedy, “My Big Fat Italian Wedding,” on January 10th and 11th; the production is planned for spring 2012.

For more information on the company, visit http:// legacytheatercompany.com. Tickets to “A Christmas Carol” are $12 to $15, and shows take place December 9th at 7 p.m. and the 10th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. For tickets, folks can call (910) 545-2296. encore | december 7-13, 2011 | www.encorepub.com 9

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originality onstage: Local playwright John Grudzien debuts ‘Two’

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see an original play performed. “Two,” an evening of two new plays written and directed by local playwright John Grudzien, currently showing at Big Dawg’s Cape Fear Playhouse, is no exception. Living in Wilmington provides the opportunity to see premieres several times a year. I think I have seen more than 15 original works this year (including nine 10-minute plays in one night for Cape Fear Theatre Arts’ ‘New Works Festival’).

To see an almost full house for a show that is not a “brand name,” let alone for an evening of original work is a wonderful testament to the writer’s reputation and the performers’ acting chops. One of the things I like about original premiere productions is the sense of adventure shared between the actors and the audience.

If the playwright is serious about refining the work, there is an experimental air in the theatre.

I think Grudzien is serious, and both of these plays will see a fine chisel before they are produced again. “Two” demonstrates Grudzien’s range as a writer. He wisely ends the evening on a laugh so that people leave the theatre with a smile and warm feeling

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by Gwenyfar Ro udzien, TWO by John Gr arning” ville” & “Still Le featuring “Looey ★ ★ 1/2 ★ ★ ★ e • 613 Castle St. us Cape Fear Playho s .; 4 p.m. Sunday 12/9-11, 8 p.m Tickets $12-$15 roductions.org www.bigdawgp (smart marketing!). The first show is titled “Still Learning” and is a drama with an inevitable conclusion. Suzanne Nystrom portrays an aging actress recovering from a stroke who meets her adult grandson (Caleb Andrew Ward) for the first time in either of their lives. They both turn in solid performances, though they seem to hit their stride in scene three, when the show takes off. Nystrom has a distance about her that builds the credibility of her stroke recovery and her alienation from her family. Ward is just lovely on stage. As a writer himself, he seems to have gravitated toward working with playwrights directly. I enjoyed him in the “New Works Festival” and

LOCAL PLAYWRIGHT: John Grudzien debuts latest double bill, ‘Two,’ at Cape Fear Playhouse through Decemeber 11th. Courtesy photo.

his work in “Still Learning” is strong, too.

Both performers strive to be busy and occupied onstage; the nuances and small movements they bring illustrate them as genuinely engaged as they flesh things out in the hsow.

Directed by Grudzien, working with only one set communicated the confinement the characters felt in their lives. However, a more experienced director would not have needed for them to constantly be getting in and out of chairs, or crossing the stage to communicate tension or avoidance of certain topics.

Following the drama is “Looeyville,” a mystery-comedy, which is completely hysterical.

Kilby O’Rourke plays Clay Taylor, a celebrity sports writer who has hit a career-threatening case of writer’s block. His longtime family doctor assures him there is nothing physically wrong with him. The doctor recommends that “as the first person who spanked [his] bare bottom in life” he try group therapy to talk

out his problem. Grudzien has a great ear for comic dialogue and assembled a cast that really understands physical comedy—especially Terrie Batson and Matt Warzel, who play Martha Wemberly and Jake Brewer respectively. They’re two characters Taylor meets in group therapy: Martha is terrified of everything—even of being terrified; Brewer is a private eye who gets into character a little too much when in disguise for a case. He turns in a drag rendition of “I Will Survive” that can only be described as Nathan Lane imitating Bozo the Clown doing the robot. I laughed so hard I almost choked to death.

Martha’s perfect foil is cool, collected and beautiful Nora Smoots (Sarah Chambers).

She and O’Rourke have good chemistry next to each other, across the room and behind the set. When they have their big climax, the audience is really happy for them. Eli Ponder’s cameo as Mickey-the-dancing-jockey was remarkable. His zest and devious smile stole the show.

There were a few technical issues the night I attended; hopefully, they have been worked out. Ward and Nystrom both work very hard in “Still Learning” and deserve a proper curtain call. Also, the black-out transitions between scenes are far too long. There are no major set pieces getting moved or complicated costume changes; the audience is into the story and wants to know what happens next! The set was functional, attractive and flexible enough to accommodate both shows.

The unaccredited costumer deserves a big hand—especially for Warzel’s costumes.

Grudzien is an asset to our community. It is very interesting to see such two different works by the same writer in one evening. The acting is really strong and enjoyable. I look forward to seeing more of Grudzien’s work— especially his comedy, which is his true gift.

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A family overcomes grim odds in ‘The Sound of Music’ the same adage to their daughters, sisters and friends: “Men will be men.” Or, any variation of the following: Men are stubborn, men are selfish, men are pigs. And, according to women all around the world, men will never change.

But wait—what about the baron?

Apparently, no one ever told Maria Rainer she couldn’t change a man. In “The Sound of Music,” Rodgers and Hammerstein’s final musical, which opened on Broadway in 1959, Maria not only affects the life of a cold military captain (played by Stuart Pike) but his seven kids as well. Her story—based on the real Maria’s true memoir—teaches us that with a little bit of hope, a family can overcome it all.

The story begins at a convent in Austria where our leading lady (played by Katie Sawhill) is doing a horrible job of becoming a nun. She sings alone in the garden, dreaming of the hills where she grew up, rather than conducting endless worship.

Realizing Maria isn’t ready for this sort of life, the Mother Abbess suggests she take time from the monastery and become the governess for the Von Trapp family, a household with seven kids and no mom.

“Since the death of his wife, the captain travels a great deal because being with his children reminds him of his wife and the life he no longer has,” Tom Briggs, Thalian Association’s artistic director, explains. “But the kids don’t want another governess— they want their father.” Yet Maria’s warm personality and exuberant open heart win the children over.

Thalian Association will present “The Sound of Music,” a winner of eight Tony awards, under the direction of Debra Gillingham at Thalian Hall. Running from December 8th through 18th, the detailed set will feature the Swiss Alps, and the cast of 37 will don intricate Austrian-style clothing designed by Debbie Scheu. The seven kids each have five or six costume changes on their own.

Nearly 200 people auditioned for the coveted roles, and Thalian ended with a cast that includes accomplished college music students and even a local high school’s choral director.

“It was insane but really gratifying,” Briggs shares. “The cast is incredibly strong, and I’m thrilled that we have so many new faces.” In fact, Sawhill and Pike will make their debut on Thalian’s stage in the lead roles.

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Sunday matinee 0 Chestnut St. Thalian Hall • 31 /student $25, $22 senior g www.thalian.or family show. Amidst the Orphan Annielike coming together of Maria and the Von Trapps is the grim reality of World War II. Set just before Germany annexed Austria, much of the tale relies on the family’s attempts to evade the Nazi troops, who want the baron to join the German navy.

“The captain is a staunch Austrian and politically astute, so he sees what’s coming,” Briggs notes. “The juxtaposition of the children’s innocence and the cruelty of the encroaching Nazis also adds to the tension of the story.”

The suspenseful drama intertwines with heartwarming, inspirational characters and songs that remind us of the importance of our loved ones. Even a half century later, the allure of a timeless classic reigns.

“People often mention ‘The Sound of Music’ as being saccharine, and I’ve never gotten that,” Briggs says. “What’s so sugary about the sexual awakening of a young novice, a father struggling to learn how to love his children, and a family of nine trying to escape from the Nazis? There’s much in the show that’s delightful—especially the score—but the story has a real spine.

There’s meat on those bones. It’s arguably the most popular musical in the world, and rightfully so.”

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animal lover: Emily Rawls’ work hangs at Tidal Creek through February

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only three years ago, local artist Emily Rawls spent most of her life traveling with her military father. She was born in Maryland and grew up in Arizona.

Surrounded by the desert, she wanted to be close to the ocean. After her father retired from the Air Force, he moved to the Outer Banks to be a fisherman. Rawls followed suit and headed to Wilmington.

Rawls’ artistic path seemed to have been destined from the start. Since childhood she has painted—something that was greatly influenced by her artistic mother and grandfather. “The more I listen to my path, the closer and closer I get to painting,” she states, “and it just feels right.”

With hopes to one day teach art to others and open an art refuge for kids, her love for it is unrefined, self-taught and inspired. Rawls’ notes, “We all possess powerful spiritual abilities, listening to the gifts we’ve been given is a unique.”

A self-proclaimed animal lover, Rawls’ move to Wilmington opened up a new avenue of animals to aesthetically explore,

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namely sea creatures. “I’ll spend days at the aquarium looking at the animals, not simply as animals but as pieces of work,” she says.

Her perception of marine life is evident in her logo. A combination of watercolors, oils and acrylics, the subject is an octopus. Entitled after the famed Beatles’ song, “Octopus Garden,” the creature is expertly drawn. A two-dimensional figure, he seems to be simultaneously suspended in motion, across an abstract background. The octopus possesses some of its scientific accuracy while functioning as a decorative focal point. Visually arresting, the octopus’ eyes entrance the viewer; after absorbing the structured

SURREALISTIC SURPRISE: Emily Rawls showcases her first solo exhibit at Tidal Creek, featuring “Whoos Keeping Track.” Courtesy photo.

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image, the eye travels into the background of a swirly depiction of life under the sea— referential to Rawls’ interest in and time spent at the aquarium.

Rawls’ upbringing in the southwest desert charms her perspective on the ocean. It is fresh and full of wonder. “I’m just drawn to the sea,” she says. Her fascination has influenced the body of work. A showcase of paintings, the work is primarily oil and acrylic on canvas, with a few realistic pieces and abstracts that play with color. She describes

her subject matter as “nautical surrealism.”

Another personal favorite is entitled “Whoo’s Keeping Track.” An oil and acrylic on canvas, it showcases an undeniable fanciful quality. The subject matter, however, is landlocked.

The owl has piercing eyes which don’t ever close, as it’s suspended in midair on an invisible branch. Outlined in orange and highlighted with blue, its bottom is half completed, as it slowly disappears and becomes a victim to the mystical elements of time. The background is cluttered with clocks, losing their time and their order as the jumbled numbers are incorrectly arranged to exude the dissolution of time. Reminiscent of falling down the rabbit hole straight into the pages of “Alice in Wonderland” and losing all sense of temporality, the painting carries a powerful message: Who is keeping track of life or time as it rapidly slips away?

Rawls’ move to Wilmington has paid off already, as she embarks on her first solo show.

“Since moving to Wilmington, I have met a lot of really neat and interesting people in the arts, as well as in a lot of other fields,” she notes. One important individual is Steven Gibbs who works at Tidal Creek Co-op and heads Art Soup, a nonprofit arts organization presenting the show, “Rawl Color.” Evocative and fearless, the work is unique in its perspective through its playfulness and current cultural examination.

“Rawl Color” opens on Friday December 9th at 6 p.m. at Tidal Creek Co-op, located at 5329 Oleander Drive, Suite 204. Admission is free, and the show will be on display through February.

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Our 29th art show features the folk art of Candy Pegram, photography by Tammy Haraga and Realyn Oliver, and graffitti art by Switch. Find some early Christmas gifts!

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216 N. Front Street (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com

Artexposure!

22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC 910-803-0302/ 910-330-4077 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. or by appointment www.artexposure50.com From Wilmington, drive north on Highway 17 and you will encounter an art center unique to our area.

Look for the big red barn!

A large open space hosts 2nd Friday Opening Receptions each month at 6p.m.

We represent over 40 local and regional artists in our member’s gallery and offer local arts and crafts in our gift shop ArtExposure presently has studio space rented to four working artists. In addition, there is a frame shop and art supply store.

ArtExposure is available for receptions, weddings, meetings and the like. Along with its large open space downstairs, there is a loft area upstairs suitable for smaller gatherings.

Our show in November and December, “Small Treasures”, will feature smaller works under 300.00 and will run through December 24th. Our annual “Art of the Car” is an invitational to all NC artists. Information about this show and registration can be found on the website. Click on the “Opportunities for Artists” page. The deadline to register is February 29th and the show opens on March 9th, 2012. This is a juried show and awards will be presented.

Along with our regular art classes and studio time, yoga classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. in the loft. Walk-ins are welcome to this gentle yoga class.

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OUR LADY PEACE: This photograph, one of many in Christina Cole’s ‘Virgin Series,’ celebrates the life of Our Lady of Guadalupe. It will hang as part of a dedicated show in Wicked Gallery, which opens on Saturday, December 10th at 8 p.m. Photo courtesy of Christina Cole

Currently showing paintings by local bellydancer Samra (Kelly Hawes) and Mio Reynolds. Live music by Perry Smith and Transtrum. The show will close with a second reception Wednesday January 11th from 6-9.

For more information, visit www.kellyhawes. com or www.caffephoenix.com. Special thanks to Roy Clifton and Joel Finsel.

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332 Nutt Street In the Cotton Exchange (910) 762-4207 Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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Crescent Moon – want the unique gift for him? Or her? Come see the Drinking Dog Lying Down enjoying a Bud Light, one of many Yardbird’s junkyard dogs, cats and critters here. Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah too! Wonderful hand-crafted ornaments are arriving daily from artists throughout the USA. Trees, Santas, Holly, Angels and more! Menorahs, Mezuzahs and Dreidels add to our holiday ideas. Remember Gift Wrapping is always FREE. 332 Nutt Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-762-4207 www.crescentmo-

River to Sea Gallery showcases the work of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents several local artists. The current show is sure to enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection of original paintings, photography, sculpture, glass, pottery and jewelry.

Our current exhibit “Morning Has Broken” features works by Janet Parker. Come see Janet’s bold use of color and texture to reveal local marsh creeks and structures. Experience Wilmington through the eyes of a local!

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This eclectic, spacious gallery, located in the historic fishing village of Calabash, N.C., features fine arts and crafts by some of North and South Carolina’s most creative, successful artists. Almost every genre is represented here—oil, pastel and watercolor, clay and glass art, fiber art, turned wood, metal works, artisancrafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio, custom fra.m.ing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee With the Author series are also offered on-site.

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205 Princess St. (910) 960-7306 Tues. 12-5 p.m. Wed.-Sat. 6:30-11:30 p.m. www.onewickedgallery.com

Wicked, as we like to call it, concentrates on the darker and more “outsider” degrees of the art world, showcasing talented people from all over the U.S. and world that shouldn’t have to struggle to be seen! We are redefining the obscure, the curious and the odd in art.

Visit us for the opening reception of “Visions of Guadalupe” on Saturday, December 10th at 8 p.m. Our Lady of Guadalupe’s story began in 1531 with a Mexican peasant, blooming flowers in the cold of winter, a beautiful and miraculous image, and a church built on a hill. Her continuing message is of love, compassion and freedom. Artwork inspired by Our Lady of Guadalupe will be presented by at least 22 artists, including pieces from Kate Sinclair, Ben Billingsley, Teresa Nemec Fawver, Samuel Guin, Tuki Lucero and Christina Cole. During the opening celebration for the art show, there will also be a screening of “Frida” in Wicked’s movie room, and an altar will be created in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The shrine will be available so that anyone and everyone can pay their respects to loved ones or ask for miracles. The shrine can be added to throughout the show and the rest of December.

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Locals help make award-winning ‘Take Shelter’

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close just a month ago, locals were able to screen quite a few national and international movies at the festival. But what many fawned over most were the ones filmed in town or by local crews. Of the ilk was “On the Ice” by Andrew MacLean, set designed by locals Jonathan Guggenheim and Chad Keith.

The response from the film proves as much is true: Wilmingtonians respect their home teams.

Chad Keith is one of the main players on the local scene whose eye for choosing sharp, captivating work comes somewhat naturally.

He likes what he likes, often without caving in or selling out to blockbuster films just to get a paycheck. It’s his own method of staying true to his dream: making good art which appeals and thrives on visionary creativity.

“I read quite a bit of scripts,” he says, “and immediately know if I want to pursue a project. I try my best to look for films that are and would be different than anything I’ve done before.”

This year alone he’s been happily riding a high that has come from critically praised publicity for “Martha Marcy May Marlene” and “Take Shelter.” Both have Keith’s local stamp on them as he headed the art departments. They have scored Sundance nods and Gotham award nominations, and each provided the UNCW grad a unique experience to help propel a passionate career.

“When I heard about ‘Take Shelter’ through a producer friend, I quickly wanted to get in touch, because I was a big fan of Jeff Nichols’ first film ‘Shotgun Stories,’” Keith explains. “I read the script and really enjoyed it.”

“Take Shelter” follows a husband and father who begins to have dark dreams filled with angst and hallucinations. He questions his own reality as an impending storm draws near. After becoming obsessed with making an underground tornado shelter in his backyard, relationships become burdened by the sinister possibility of his mental illness.

“The story is very personal to Jeff,” Keith explains. “He poured a lot of how he was seeing the world at the time into developing the characters. It pulls together the emotions and anxieties that everyday people have during changes in our times and lives, and really brings it home.”

Filmed south of Cleveland, Ohio, in the summer of 2010, Keith was able to contract local work to the out-of-state production. He chose Adam Willis as set decorator and Schuylar Croom as prop master. “We were a well-oiled machine!” Keith notes. “My crew on the film was flawless. We all jumped in, and took care of anything and everything that would and could arise. We had to build sets and figure out a lot of special effects—and we nailed it.”

Through research and constant communication, he and the Cleveland crew were able to

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dictate a normal, small-town vibe indicative to the menacing tone of the film. “Early Spielberg films were a big influence on the feel, especially ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind,’” Keith says. “Working with Jeff was one of the best collaborations I have experienced with a director. Everything was done for a reason, and no detail was overlooked. I’m very proud of it.”

Proud he should be, too. “Take Shelter” scored the New York Film Critics Circle Award, Special Jury Award from the Gijón International Film Festival, and the Hollywood Breakthrough Award at the Hollywood Film Festival. However, the best prize came from the creme dé la créme of festivals: the Critics Week Grand Prize at Cannes. Keith had the privilege of attending.

“Cannes was amazing!” he reveals. “The festival is all about the filmmakers, and they allow full access to any and all screenings. There were only a handful of films there from the U.S., and to have our film playing with other amazing movies shot from all over the world was quite an honor.

We had standing ovations for our screenings.”

“Take Shelter” continues it run for success as well, nominated at the Independent Spirit awards in many categories, including feature, director, actor (Michael Shannon), supporting actor (Jessica Chastain) and producer (Sophia Li) awards. “Everyone’s fingers are crossed for Oscar nominations,” Keith says.

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behind the scenes: Faces of Cape Fear Film introduces Rob Hill

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hitting the pavement in an effort to showcase the unique talents around our area in what I coin “Faces of Cape Fear Film.” I’ve met a number of new people and had a chance to catch up with some familiar ones as well.

Rob Hill has been a staple of the Wilmington film community for a number of years, most notably for his renowned documentary “The Fort Fisher Hermit: The Life & Death of Robert E. Harrill.” Currently, he has two projects which are garnering some well-deserved attention.

He’s working with one of Wilmington’s most iconic monuments, Battleship North Carolina, for which he has received an Emmy nomination for editing. In the other, he chronicles the humanitarian work of one of Wilmington’s most iconic citizens, Full Belly founder Jock Brandis. spent the last few months

encore: Tell us a little bit about the inspiration behind “Battleship NC: The Showboat Legacy.”

Rob Hill: The Battleship holds a lot of childhood memories for me. From summer trips with my cousins to various field trips, over the years I got to know the inside of the Battleship pretty

by Anghus encore film critic well. On every family road trip that returned us via Highway 74, my father would announce our arrival home: “There’s the Battleship.” As I got older and ventured out into the world, the sight of the Battleship was always a welcoming reminder of home. I would definitely say it has a special place in my heart.

As a documentary filmmaker, I always look for personal connections in the subjects I approach. When I was informed that the Battleship North Carolina was interested in redoing the 15-minute introduction video to run in the auditorium, I immediately saw an opportunity to expand into a 30-minute documentary for UNC-TV. e: Recently you received an Emmy nomination for editing the film. What has the response been from screenings?

RB: The only screening I’ve been present at was for the original crew members at their reunion during the Azalea Festival last year. I’ve

never been so nervous during a screening.

I knew that if anything was inaccurate in the program, they were going to let me know. But the response after the film was applause and gratitude, which was a relief. We’ve also had a lot of positive responses from viewers of the UNC-TV broadcast. e: What surprised you most to learn during the making of the documentary?

RH: How long some of the men spent on the ship during Word War II was amazing. Some of these sailors where on the Battleship North Carolina for the entire war, only having the opportunity to visit home once maybe twice. e: You’re also well-known for your work and received accolades for “The Fort Fisher Hermit.” What brought you to this subject?

RH: The experience with “The Fort Fisher Hermit” has been phenomenal, and the journey still continues. I never had the chance to meet the hermit; he died about three years before I was born. In the early ‘70s, my father was a reporter for the “Southport Pilot,” and for giggles he would get a quote from the hermit about various issues, mostly of the states political situation as I understand. Growing up in the area, Ft. Fisher was the “family beach” and my parents would drive us out on the beach in an old VW bus. My mother tells people that she use to change my diapers in the bunker. So I grew up hearing stories about the hermit.

After college I began working at WWAY. After several years of directing nightly news and producing local television commercials, I decided to produce a feature documentary.

At the encouragement of my father, I began researching the hermit’s life, and it snowballed from there. e: Recently, you’ve been working with local humanitarian Jock Brandis on “Replan It.” Tell us a little about the shoot and the goal.

RH: This documentary project is six years in the making. For months Jock would walk into my office at Jengo’s Playhouse with boxes of MiniDV tapes, asking if I would be kind enough to help transfer the content for people around the world to see his work with the now-famous peanut sheller. I was always happy to help and actually extremely moved by what Jock was doing, so I asked him if I could do a documentary about him and his work. He agreed, and I began following him around the world. After about two years of traveling with Jock, the project hit a wall. I didn’t know how to end the story, and one of the greatest challenges of making a documentary is when to stop filming.

I wanted this project to be about global sustainability. That progressed into the idea for a

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East documentary series. . . . To make a long story short, we’ve pitched every cable channel, distributor, network and production company imaginable. At one point Planet Green (a part of Discovery) was ready to move us forward, then they held off and, eventually, just went away. Then we had a contract with Fremantle Media for six months, but that went no where fast—not to mention the production companies that came out of the woodwork want to “redevelop” the concept.

We started entering it into a lot of “pitch” competitions and workshops in LA. Last year we won NexTV and met one of the sponsors for the high-end furniture design company Herman Miller. They are a triple bottom-line company that makes a huge effort in the sustainability movement; “Replan It” caught their attention quickly. They approached us to get involved.

I pitched them the project as a feature documentary program, to function as a pilot for a continuing series, while encompassing the evolution of Jock’s works with the Full Belly Project. It would address a series of sustainability projects in the Philippines, with an old friend of Jock’s from MIT and social entrepreneur Illac Diaz (the mastermind behind the “plastic bottle school” and a super star in the world of global sustainability).

The main project pitched to Herman Miller was to design furniture for the bottle school in the Philippines to be used in developing countries around the world. After multiple conference calls and drafts of proposals and budgets, we inched closer to being something.

In August Jock went to Herman Miller to work with a team on a sustainable school furniture design. We then took the culmination of ideas to the Philippines where we continued the process with the College of Art & Design in Manila. Once we had working prototypes of the furniture, we took that to the bottle school.

I’m now editing this program and Lisa Ling has agreed to narrate. e: What do you want people to take away from your work, and what’s next from Rob Hill?

RH: I hope people enjoy watching the documentaries, and I hope they are able learn something about the world around them. I have another documentary in post-production right now, “Raggedy.” This documentary delves into the artistic origins of Raggedy Ann and her creator Johnny Gruelle, while witnessing the last Raggedy Ann Festival and the closing by the Raggedy Ann and Andy Museum in Arcola, Illinois. The museum was owned and operated by Johnny’s granddaughter, Joni Gruelle.

There might also be a couple of feature films in the works. One of them might have a “hermit” character in it...

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lacking depth: Eastwood’s average directing hand burdens ‘J. Edgar’

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istorical

biopics

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difficult propositions. The job of adapting an entire life into a twohour movie must be a daunting task, let alone for a very well-known personality like J. Edgar Hoover. Director Clint Eastwood tries to tell the private story of a very public figure with decidedly mixed results.

I’ve never been a big fan of Clint Eastwood at the directing helm. He’s perfectly literate and functional but makes very thin populist entertainment. He lacks depth, dimension and subtlety. “J. Edgar” is a film that wants to expose the secret life of one of the most notorious figures of the 20th century, but the movie does little more than expose Eastwood’s flaws behind the camera.

People tend to like Eastwood’s work because he can get a reaction from an audience. Still, he does so by slowly tapping the same beat over again and turning up the intensity. He creates very moving, very singular moments; sure, they are emotionally powerful, but often they don’t make a lot of sense, thematically speaking.

“J. Edgar”’s mistakes are glaring from the film’s first moments. As soon as Leonardo DiCaprio shows up onscreen, playing the elderly Hoover in some truly awful old-age makeup, struggling with every line reading as he tries to capture the voice in an unflattering imitation, we know we’re in for a very rocky ride. Even the talent of an actor like DiCaprio can be buried beneath bad prosthetics and a forced accent. The scenes where he plays J. Edgar as a young and middle-aged man are far more bearable than the laughable elder moments. I don’t say this often, but casting DiCaprio was a bad choice. He’s totally wrong for the role—and this is coming from someone who found his take on Howard Hughes in Martin Scorsese’s “The Aviator” a revelation. DiCaprio’s a good actor in the wrong part. Where some actors manage to vanish in a role, DiCaprio murders his portrayal of Hoover like a high schooler trying to do a one-man show about Truman Capote.

The story follows Hoover’s life through his early years in the Department of Justice, fighting the scourge of the Communists through some of his more memorable cases, like Charles Lindbergh and the gangsters of the Great Depression. As the founder of the F.B.I., Hoover became famous for turning the agency from a powerless and mostly ceremonial organization to the most feared crime-fighting force in the country. It wasn’t only feared by criminals but by politicians and presidents alike. Hoover was an armchair tyrant who kept secret files on everyone. Those who disagreed with him or the actions of his office would be pinpointed, as he

by Anghus J. Edgar

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more intimate moments. The historic parts are often handled with the movie biography’s most convenient cliché: the phone call.

There are few cinematic devices I loathe more than “the phone call.” It’s always the same: A scene where the characters are engaged in a private moment, and right in the middle, before any resolution can be reached, the phone rings.

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BBC director Louis Theroux and a film crew travels to Topeka, Kansas to interview and cover the members of Westboro Baptist Church, a small religious organization that has sparked controversy by picketing American military funerals and creating signs and mottos like “God Hates Fags” and “God Hates America.” The double feature includes Theroux’s first trip and then his second visit four years later in his sequel, “America’s Most Hated Family In Crisis.”

MAMA’S BOY: Leonardo DiCaprio as J. Edgar and Judi Dench as his mother in Clint Eastwood’s biopic of the FBI founder. Courtesy photo.

dug up all of their dirty little secrets.

Eastwood presents “J. Edgar” as a passionate, obsessive and dangerously patriotic man.

Like many modern politicians, Hoover draped himself in the American flag and used “the good of the country” as an excuse to circumvent the civil liberties of citizens. He was deeply flawed—the kind of character movies are made for. But we never get to see anything other than the most threadbare portrayal of his life and events. Like most Eastwood films, we get one note of the man. There are slight attempts at explaining his motivations, but we never really get into his head. We learn that he was a mama’s boy and he lived to please her. There are implications about his sexuality, especially the relationship with his longtime associate Clyde Tolson (Armie Hammer;“The Social Network”). But they are the briefest of glimpses— innuendos but very little else.

One of the major flaws of the film is how much time is spent miring through the historical moments. The movie flip-flops between attempts at establishing Hoover’s historical relevance and pulling the curtain back to the

Someone picks it up, and the audience hears something horribly dramatic. “The Lindbergh baby’s been kidnapped!” “The President’s been shot!” “Elvis Presley is thrusting his hips and sending teenage girls into a state of perpetual arousal!” After hearing the news, the actor looks shocked and slowly—ever so slowly—hangs up the phone. This device makes up at least 20 percent of the film. It’s so damn lazy—so tired.

The movie does manage to somewhat redeem itself after a rocky first act once Armie Hammer shows up. He manages to play a similarly conflicted character with much more grace and far less high-school theatrics than DiCaprio.

There are some solid moments in the film, but the back-and-forth flashback structure of the movie and the frustrating lack of depth makes it a moderate recommendation at best. It’s very easy to see what Eastwood was trying to do. He wanted to create the portrait of a man who wielded power from the comfort of a desk—the kind of person who demanded respect but so rarely gave it to anyone else. He barely is able to accomplish any of it. What we end up with is a very average, very messy film that never seems to give us a significant insight.

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enlightening the classics:

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Susan Savia performs A Victorian Christmas

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sing this season, how many will reflect upon more than merriment of the song? Do we consider the composition of those famed tunes we mindlessly carol, such as when and where they were created? Sure, we all recognize crooners like Bing Crosby, Bob Hope and Burl Ives during the holiday, but classics like “Silent Night” were written long before, in 1818 to be exact.

Susan Savia thinks about music in its classical richness: time, place, motivation and creation. And why wouldn’t she? She’s trained across many platforms and eras of music, from guitar to ukulele, harmonica to bass, Victorian age to Ragtime jazz and all decades between. This weekend she descends upon Bellamy Mansion for “A Victorian Christmas” to provide background on many songs we hum along to every season.

“I want to provide history for the music before singing each one,” Savia tells encore.

“Most people just hear them without really knowing much about music.”

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• 503 Market St on si Bellamy Man com s. et ck ilmingtonti Tickets: $20 • w a.com www.susansavi With vocals sweetly angelic across a three-and-a-half octaval range, Savia’s a chanteuse thanks to early childhood music lessons and a family of players who encouraged her participation. “When I was a teenager, my grandfather gave me a cassette tape of a jazz band recorded in the 1920s at University of Virginia,” she says. “That started my love of music from 1910 to the ‘30s. And my mother and father used to love [classic country from the ‘50s] and played it in the house when I was growing up.”

She taught herself piano at 5 after watching her mother and brother play, and picked up guitar at 13 after learning three chords from a boyfriend. She pursued music as a hobby until

VINTAGE CHANTUESE: Susan Savia’s love for vintage music comes to light at a Bellamy Mansion fund-raiser this weekend, A Victorian Christmas. Courtesy photo.

her 50s, when she decided that making it a full-time career was a passion she deserved to pursue. Her undeniable love for vintage music became a central point of enthusiasm, as she had been collecting songbooks of yesteryear.

“I stumbled into a tiny, dusty vintage book store in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, back in the early 1970s,” Savia remembers. “I was drawn to a very large, thick book on a shelf, ‘Winners Gems of Music, 1894.’”

The old photos were saturated with color and escorted by lithographs of popular music from the day. Rife with glimpses into another era, Savia was engrossed. “I loved the lyrics of the songs,” she says, “songs about love, home, family, nature—many of them seemed quite enchanting.”

Something spoke to her core in every note speckled on the sepia-toned paper. From its refined language to its canonic compositions.

“The lyrics are sophisticated and intellectual,” she explains, “sometimes innocent, very visual—almost like reading a short story—and quite proper (even old English) in their grammar. The arrangements are really thoughtful and classical in nature, even sophisticated.”

Her purchase led to a newfound collection. She began a hunt to find other “Gems of Music” books and started a library of sonic history from the late 1800s to early 1900s. It

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wasn’t until 15 years later that her collector’s items featuring old hymnals, obscure music and even children’s classics became useful.

When she was asked to perform among six musicians at a church event, she pulled out the books to find inspiration.

“I always performed ‘Amazing Grace,’” she says, “but I knew there was a good chance someone else would be singing it, so I went in search of a song out of the old books, and found [one] in ‘The Welcome Hour.’”

She realized then her desire to discover as much as possible about the old music. “The more I learned, the more I cherished it,” she says. “Sometimes I would find a song and rearrange it.” She fully recognized this potential in 2006, after releasing her first CD, “Cosmic Summer Sojourn.” She recorded five pieces from the late 1800s, including one from 1914, to accompany her original songs. “The process ended up being very artistic, and led me to include sounds from my back yard intertwined between the songs, to create an aural day trip,” she says.

Upon her move to Wilmington in 2009, Savia brought with her a plethora of knowledge perfectly suited to an historic town. Considering the Cape Fear’s background and landscape of 19th century buildings, especially mansions like the Bellamy, her immersion into our arts scene became more fitting. Savia sings songs from the mid 1800s as “an expression of the Age of Enlightenment—Emerson, Thoreau and the Transcendentalist Movement.” That much of the music was composed by women and performed in a parlor setting makes it even more apropos for her to do “A Victorian Christmas” concert at the Bellamy on December 9th.

“Pre-television, music, art and reading were the only forms of entertainment, so music was huge,” Savia says. “I think all [eras of music] deserve continued life.”

Though she’s still working on selections for the show, folks can expect recognizable classics, like “Joy to the World,” “Away in a Manger” and “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear.” Savia will provide a brief synopsis about the songs beforehand. For instance, “Silent Night” was written by Joseph Mohr and arranged by Franz Gruber in 1818, but was rearranged in 1871 by an anonymous musician. “I am not sure which tune we sing today,” Savia says, “but it’s one of the most beautiful songs ever written, and I love that it was originally created for guitar. When I play it in bars around Christmas, I do it in a blues style with a harmonica.”

Enjoy the parlor concert on the 9th at 6:30 p.m. with mulled cider and sweets served as well. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at WilmingtonTickets.com. All proceeds benefit Bellamy Mansion.

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santa’s helpers:

Wilmington Unplugged hosts benefit concert to fill a PODS unit for Toys for Tots

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was the type of kId who de-

fended Santa Claus on the school bus. I brought a Ziploc bag of “reindeer hair” to show-and-tell in the first grade to prove to my classmates that the man in the red suit was real—clearly so as Dasher and Prancer had shed fur in our yard. I later found out the strands were clippings from our neighbor’s shaggy dog.

Regardless, Santa was alive for me for a very long time. Even now my mom and I bake cookies together on Christmas Eve and always make sure to leave some out, along with a glass of milk, for the jolly ol’ man. That old man might be my dad, but the idea of someone who travels around the world in one night, distributing toys he’d taken all year to make, just to see children smile, is heartwarming. The feeling that Santa and all of Christmas brings encapsulates the beauty of the holiday spirit: to believe and be thankful for what we have.

Sadly, not everyone is as uplifted by this spirit; they are the children for who Toys for Tots seeks to help. The Marine Corps foundation collects new and unwrapped toys annually, giving them to less fortunate children all across the nation. Locally, our Cape Fear chapter will endure a few helping hands this season, as musicians and bartenders who realize that above the eggnog and mistletoe, there are far more important things to consider—like sharing the warmth of hope with a child who needs it the most.

On Saturday, December 10th, Satellite Bar and Lounge will host the first ever Toy Jam. Presented by Wilmington Unplugged and PODS (Portable On-Demand Storage), their goal is to fill an entire PODS unit with gifts, and to present it, along with a huge check, to Toys for Tots. Admission is one new, unwrapped toy or a monetary donation. Several marines will be at Satellite in uniform to help with the collection. Hopefully, they’ll be doing

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The event will offer a slew of holiday cheer and a sleigh-full of fun activities for every age can enjoy. Most notably, there will be more than 20 bands and solo performances (yes, 20!) throughout the day and night.

Though Satellite will open its doors at 2 p.m., a four-hour songwriters’ showcase will begin at 3 p.m. Local favorites like Justin Lacy, James Ethan Clark, Susan Savia, Jesse Stockton, Jim Ashley, Mike Blair, Rick Tobey, Kim Dicso and James Reardon will perform, providing a wide array of genres, including folk rock, Southern blues and light jazz.

At 7 p.m., bands of all genres will take to the outdoor stage. The Fustics—comprising Brad Heller (vocals, guitar), Ronn Pifer (drums), Ted Crenshaw (bass) and Calloway Ritch (electric guitar)—do what their name implies: fuse together a blend of blues, folk, punk and country. The Beachbilly Brothers offer Southern rockabilly originals and upbeat covers like “Johnny B. Goode” (Chuck Berry) and “Chicken Fried” (Zac Brown Band).

Country songstress Amy Tipton heads the new six-piece Copper Hill. Futuretrip and 930 Girls will also take over the stage.

In addition to the 12 hours of live, local tunes, the projector will light up at dusk and become home to classic cartoons for kids.

Plates of BBQ are available in exchange for a donation for Toys for Tots, as well. Plus, a

raffle will run during the event to boost monies raised. “We’ll hopefully have over 100 different donations from the local community,” Billy Mellon, head of Wilmington Unplugged, ambitiously says.

Across the street from Satellite, South Front Rental Community will host a Wilmington Rat Rods vintage car show, evoking memories of “Grease” and “The Outsiders.” An open house will also take place at South Front, so that folks can tour the new environmentally friendly apartment complex.

Nationally, PODS supports Toys for Tots every year. “I met Blaine Daniel at a Wilmington Unplugged event a few months back,” Mellon explains. “He’s the [sales and marketing] manager for PODS in this area. We’ve been working hard at making this night very special, one that we’ll all remember, especially the children.” Because, unfortunately, there are still kids in our area who benefit from the campaign.

“The reason for Billy and I hosting the Toy Jam was to hold a unique collection event that would significantly support our local chapter,” Daniel says.

Mellon concurs. “Children should all have a great Christmas. Those that are more fortunate don’t have to worry about what it’s like to not get anything. Forget whatever argument may come up with respect to parents’ ability to provide for their children—the children shouldn’t be without, period. Frankly, it’s not their fault they don’t get to have a wonderful holiday season. We can all help a little. It’s one toy. My son won’t miss it.”

Aside from the Toy Jam, the duo organized a captain’s choice golf tournament for December 10th at Echo Farms.

For an entry of $300 (all of which benefits Toys for Tots), four-person teams can compete. The price includes range balls, carts, lunch and professional scoring. There will also be a long drive contest, and awards given for closest to the pin, best dressed and even worst team.

Folks can contact Billy Mellon at wilmington. unplugged@gmail.com for registration information about the golf tournament or general info about Toy Jam.

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—Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 house/techno DJ

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 DJ

—Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910509-2026

DJ

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

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

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

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

—Lazy Pirate Sports Bar and Grill, 701 N. Lake Park Blvd., Carolina Beach; 458-5414 artist symPosium

—Drifters Bar & Grill, 108 Walnut St.; 7621704 live music

—Projekte, 523 South 3rd St., 352-0236 KaraoKe

Saturday, dECEMBEr 10

Sunday, dECEMBEr 11

—Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776

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

DJ sir nicK BlanD

KaraoKe

Pianist James Jarvis

—Gilligan’s; N.C. Hwy. 50, Surf City 910328-4090

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

DJ

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

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

—The Loft, 121 Grace St.; 467-7417

DJ Battle

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

DJ P FunK

DJ sWeat

DJ Battle

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

—Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109

overtyme

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

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

house/techno DJ Dueling Pianos

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

vagaBonD sWing, JaKe melnyK

larry FricK

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

—NC Tarheel Opry House, 145 Blue Creek School Road, Jacksonville; (910) 347-4731

Jaime michelle

mecaniKill

—Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400

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

acoustic Jazz Piano With James Jarvis; velvet Jane

stumP sounD

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

—Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 Joan Burton

DJ Dane Britt

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

—Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 Kooley high, DeFine Jones, J. caPri

—Port City Theatre, 127 Princess St.; 772-2424

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

—Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 7630141 Josh solomon

—Drifters Bar & Grill, 108 Walnut St.; 7621704 mountain throWer, FreeDom haWK

ramBlin’ holiDay revue: manDolin orange, miKe Blair anD the stoneWalls, Big al hall

—Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558

—Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

toy Jam (see music coverage in encore)

clay crotts Jazz With Benny hill

—Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 larry FricK

—NC Tarheel Opry House, 145 Blue Creek School Road, Jacksonville; (910) 347-4731 Jerry leger anD sPecial guests

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

—Marina Cafe, 110 S. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 938-2002 susan savia

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

DJ chomP

soul PoWer Posse

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796

Benny hill anD FrienDs

Diy Wilmington shoWcase: mauser, no tomorroW, D.i.s., sunlight alumni

—Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 machine gun

—Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558 satellite Bluegrass BanD

—Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796 DJ Battle

—Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 Perry smith (Brunch 12-2)

—Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 Fruit Juice

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

Monday, dECEMBEr 12 steven comPton

—Sharp Shooters, 2109 N. Marine Blvd., Jacksonville; (910) 346-2677 —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 oPen mic night

—Drifters Bar & Grill, 108 Walnut St.; 762-1704 KaraoKe With DJ @-hole

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

—Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

susan savia

DJ Dane Britt

—Bellamy Mansion; 503 Market St., 251-3700

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

B-Dub’s

BINGO

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

Play for FREE during Monday Night Football!

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

TUESDAYS

DJ richtermeister

Pengo With Beau gunn

—Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773

LIVE

TEAM TRIVIA

8pm

Brett Johnson’s Jam

—Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341

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12.10 SATURDAY

flannel rebellion

Landfall Center • 1331 Military Cutoff Rd

910-256-3838 wildwingcafe.com

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Dance Party With DJ P FunK anD cheDr seleKt

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

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12.8 THURSDAY

KaraoKe

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

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

12.7 WEDNESDAY

karaoke night

—Barbary Coast; 116 S. Front St., 762-8996

Flannel reBellion

Big something

MONDAY 1/2 PRICE APPS. 4-6pm $2 Budweiser • $225 Heineken $3 Gin & Tonic TUESDAY 1/2 PRICE APPS. 4-6pm $2 White Wolf $250 Redstripe $350 Wells 35¢ Wings at 8pm WEDNESDAY 1/2 PRICE APPS. 4-6pm, 1/2 Priced Wine Bottle $250 Blue Moons $250 Corona/Corona Light LIVE MUSIC: ROB RONNER THURSDAY $250 Domestic Bottles, $3 Import Bottles, $3 Rum and Coke LIVE MUSIC: MIKE O’DONNELL 50¢ Steamed oysters and shrimp after 6pm FRIDAY ROOFTOP OPEN! DJ Sir Charles 2nd floor $3 Landshark • $3 Kamikaze $5 Bombs SATURDAY ROOFTOP OPEN! DJ Sir Charles on 2nd floor 10pm $2 Coors Light • $3 Fruit Punch shots SUNDAY $250 Corona Clay Crotts at 8pm

KaraoKe With hellz Belle

—Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910509-2026 —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607

100 S. Front St. Downtown 251-1832

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

—Elijah’s, 2 Ann St.; 343-1448

DJBe extreme KaraoKe

BLACKBOARD SPECIALS

clay crotts

DJ

—Gilligan’s; N.C. Hwy. 50, Surf City 910328-4090 —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109

DJ Jay

oPen mic With Josh solomon multimeDia oPen mic night

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

tuESday, dECEMBEr 13 KaraoKe With miKe norris

—Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 caPe Fear Blues Jam

—Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 KaraoKe With DJ Party gras

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910.798.9464

MONDAY 22oz. Domestic Draft ALL DAY $5 Pizzas TUESDAY LIVE JAzz IN THE BAR Half Price Bottles of Wine Absolut Dream $5 • Pacifico $250 WEDNESDAY Miller Light Pints $150 Coronoa/ Corona Lite Bottles $250 Margaritas/Peach Margaritas $4 THURSDAY Appletinis $4, RJ’s Painkiller $5 Red Stripe Bottles $250 Fat Tire Bottles $250 FRIDAY Cosmos $4, 007 $350 Guinness Cans $3 Island Sunsets $5 SATURDAY Baybreeze/Seabreeze $4 22oz. Blue Moon Draft $3 Select Domestic Bottles $2 SUNDAY Bloody Marys $4, Domestic Pints $150 Hurricanes $5 5564 Carolina Beach Road, (910) 452-1212

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ShowStoppers:

255 N. FRONT STREET DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON WWW.THESOAPBOXLIVE.COM

Concerts outside of Southeastern NC

TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE & AT THE SOAPBOX OFFICE OPEN DAILY NOON-2AM

910.251.8500 FOR MORE INFO

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7

TOUCHE AMORE

KOOLEY HIGH

PIANOS BECOME TEETH / SEAHAVEN

DOORS: 9:00 $8 SUNDAY DECEMBER 11

BRANDON KIRKLEY & THE FIRECRACKERS

D.I.S./SUNLIGHT ALUMNI

LJ QUINN/CATIE KING

PLAYING FOR THE ‘RICH GIRL’: Darryl Hall and John Oates, purveyors of ‘70s and ‘80s pop rock classics

AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 South tryon StrEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 377-6874 12/7: The Devil Wears Prada, Whitechapel, Enter Shikari, For Today 12/9: Evelyn Rose, The Spiveys, Grown Up Avenger Stuff 12/10: One Less Reason, Drop D, Another Lost Year 12/11: Streetwise Rock Shop 12/12: VNV Nation, Straftanz THE FILLMORE 1000 SEaboard StrEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 549-5555 12/9: The Fray GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 W. lEE St., grEEnSboro, nC (336) 373-7400 12/7: Trans-Siberian Orchestra 12/12: My Morning Jacket NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE 511 E. 36th StrEEt, CharlottE, nC (704) 358-9298 12/10: Jim Quick and the Coastline Band 12/11: Sarah Guthrie and Johnny Irion 12/12: Pretty Things Peep Show

CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MaIn StrEEt, Carrboro, nC (919) 967-9053 12/8: Beirut, Perfume Genius 12/9: Holy Ghost Tent Revival, Matrimony, Mike Quinn 12/10: Southern Culture on the Skids, Jennyanykind THE ORANGE PEEL 101 bIltMorE avEnuE, aShEvIllE, nC (828) 225-5851 12/7: Digitalism, Data Romance 12/8: Hometown Holiday Jam

MAUSER/ NO TOMORROW DOORS: 8:00 $5

DOORS: 9:00 $10/ALL AGES

such as ‘Private Eyes’ and ‘I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do),’ play in Durham on December 7th. Courtesy photo

DEFINE JONES / J. CAPRI

DOORS: 6:00 $12 ALL AGES THURSDAY DECEMBER 8

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 7 TOUCHE AMORE THURSDAY DECEMBER 8 IJ QUINN FRIDAY DECEMBER 9 RAMBLING HOLIDAY REVIEW FRIDAY DECEMBER 9 KOOLEY HIGH SATURDAY DECEMBER 10 SHOVELS & ROPE JOSH ROBERTS & THE HINGES SUNDAY DECEMBER 11 MAUSER/NO TOMORROW WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 14 PRETTY THINGS PEEP SHOW FRIDAY DECEMBER 16 SOAPBOX XMAS ON THE SKIDS SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS RURAL SWINE /THE BARNRAISERS SATURDAY DECEMBER 17 PEEPSHOW CABARET “TINSELS & TASSELS”

TUESDAY DECEMBER 20 WHITE WIVES (MEMBERS OF ANTI-FLAG) FRIDAY DECEMBER 30 THE MOVEMENT SATURDAY DECEMBER 31 THE LOVE LANGUAGE GROSS GHOST/LAST YEAR’S MEN EIGHT FOOT STRIDE SILVER JUDAS/CLONE CYCLE FRIDAY JANUARY 13 BUBONIK FUNK/THE LAMPING SHADES JANUARY 13-15 HITCHA OFF HIP-HOP WEEKEND WEDNESDAY JANUARY 18 EILEN JEWELL FRIDAY JANUARY 20 “SLOW SOUTHERN STEEL” MOVIE PREMIERE HAIL HORNET / ASG SUNDAY JANUARY 22 BOOMBOX TUESDAY JANUARY 24 NICOLAY WITH THE HOT @ NIGHTS

DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 vIvIan St., durhaM, nC (919) 680-2727 12/7: Daryl Hall, John Oates, Mutlu LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CabarruS StrEEt, ralEIgh, nC (919) 821-4111 12/7: Jars of Clay, Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors 12/9: Cosmic Charlie (Grateful Dead tribute) 12/10: Mostley Crue (Motley Crue tribute), Them Bones (Alice in Chains tribute), Tight Like That (Clutch tribute)

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Bringing the taste of traditional New York Italian: Enjoy authentic Italian deli or hot sandwiches, salads, soups, desserts and more. Eat in, take-out or make your own using only ■ NEIGHBO ■ FEATURI the best quality products and ingredients. The aromas that fill the air are nothing short of spectacular!

■ MUSIC: L Red Drum Filet, Charleston Crab Cakes, Tempura OBX Scal- mary fare offered, with a myriad of condiments for all of your ■ WEBSITE

AMERICAN

BLUEWATER

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their awardwinning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every 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 11am - 11pm; Sat & Sun 11am – 11pm.

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

CATCH

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina.

Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee 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 & Conch Fritters to name a few. Larger Plates include Plancha grilled Painted Hills Steaks, Blackend

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lops, Flounder Escovitch & Pan roasted Queen Trigger fish.

Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest.

(Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand Crafted seasonal desserts from Alan DeLovely. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm and Mon. Sat. 5pm-9pm.

■ 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: Mon-Sat 11am-2am and Sun 11am-2am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: 2 locations-Midtown (910-798-9464) and Monkey Junction (910-392-7224) ■ MUSIC: Live music every Friday and Saturday in the Summer ■ WEBSITE: www.buffalowildwings.com

C.G. DAWGS

For great traditional New York style eats with Southern charm look no further than C.G. Dawgs. You will be drawn in by the aroma of fine beef franks served with witty banter and good natured delivery from the cleanest hot dog carts in Wilmington. Sabrett famous hot dogs and Italian sausages are the pri-

mid-day or late night cravings.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11am– 5pm. Sat. at the

farmers market. Thurs.- Sat. nights on Market St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm – 3:00am.Fibbers on Sun. nights Until 3am.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD Downtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch time delivery downtown

THE GEORGE ON THE RIVERWALK

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Drop your anchor at The George on the RiverWalk, your ■ SERVING destination for complete sense indulgence. Watch the his- Sun.-Sat.. toric Cape Fear River unfold before you while you enjoy ■ NEIGHBO the best in Southern Coastal Cuisine. The menu combines ■ FEATURI elegance, creativity and diverse selection of steak, pas- ■ WEBSITE ta, salad and fresh seafood, including the best Shrimp n’ Grits in town. Warm in the sun on the expansive outdoor deck sipping an exotic, colorful martini, or unwind at the spacious bar inside boasting extensive wine and martini lists along with weekday appetizer specials from 4:00pm6:30pm. Don’t forget to try downtown’s best kept secret for Sunday Brunch from 11am-3pm. You are welcome to dock your boat at the only dock’n’dine restaurant downtown, grab a trolley, or enjoy our free, front door parking (ask for pass!) Why satisfy when you can indulge? Find the George on the Riverwalk at 128 South Water Street, 910-763-2052.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues. – Sat. 11am – 9 pm.

Enjoy Sunday Lunch and Brunch 11am – 3pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Sunday Brunch / Wilmington’s only dock’n’dine restaurant.

■ WEBSITE: www.thegeorgerestaurant.com

HALLIGAN’S

“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 drink lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why.

Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches(Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads.

And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where fun-loving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills the air. Stop by Halligan’s Public House today, “When you’re at Halligan’s....you’re at home.” With 12 beers on tap and 16 flat screen TVs, you can watch your favorite game and enjoy your favorite drink.

K’S CafE

HENRY’S

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

“Where the people make the place” If you’re looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere with awesome home-cooked, freshly prepared meals, you can’t beat K’s Cafe. Serving Breakfast (from $3.50) and Lunch (including daily entree-and-two side specials for $6.95), and dinner. K’s Cafe is the best deal in Wilmington. They offer chargrilled burgers, including their most popular Hot Hamburger Platter smothered in gravy! They also offer great choices such as fresh chicken salad, crabcake sandwich, soups, and even a delicious Monte Cristo served on French toast bread.

K’s also offers soup, sandwich and salad combos and a great variety of homemade desserts. On Sundays they offer a great brunch menu which changes every week. A variety of choices will be on the menu such as Shrimp and Grits and Eggs Benedict. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Give K’s Cafe a try...you won’t be sorry. 420 Eastwood Rd., Unit 109, 7916995. Find us on Facebook or on our website, www. ks-cafe.net.

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

HolidaY iNN RESoRt

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 fourcourse meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

■ SERVING DINNER: Tues.- Sun. 5pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 70s menu every Friday ■ MUSIC: Fri. & Sat. in summer ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

7 Days a Week Mon-Wed 11:30 am - 2:00 am Thurs-Sun 11:30 am - 2:00 am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Masonboro Loop ■ FEATURING: THE Best Rueben in Town!, $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio ■ WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.com 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.11am10pm; Tues.- Fri.: 11am – 11pm; Sat.: 10am – 11pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ MUSIC: Live Music beginning at 5:30pm ■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com.

Oceans Restaurant located in this oceanfront resort is a wonderful find. This is the perfect place to enjoy a fresh Seafood & Steak dinner while dinning outside overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Chef Eric invites you to experience his daily specials in this magnificent setting. (910) 256-2231. 1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER:

Sun.-Sat..

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

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PiNE VallEY MaRKEt

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to

a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it.

3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

tEMPtatioNS EVERYdaY GoURMEt

Temptations Everyday Gourmet draws diners in by droves thanks to their creative menu selections, an extraordinary inventory of fine wines (over 300 varieties all without restaurant markups) and trained staff that go beyond culinary excellence. Recognized as Best Lunch Spot by WWAY in 2011, as well as having its chef, Michael Comer, touted among the top three best chefs in Wilmington, according to StarNews’ Taste of Wilmington 2010, Temptations offers two locations to serve Wilmingtonians. Located in Hanover Center for 25 years, signature items include their Homemade Chicken Salad and Turkey, Brie and Apple Sandwich, as well as their Porter’s Neck location’s Pimiento Cheeseburger. The Porter’s Neck location also serves an expanded dinner menu, which changes weekly. Their daily features, including specialty soups, salads, quiche and paninis, keeps patrons busy choosing healthy, fast foods whether dining onsite or back at the office. in fact, ask Temptations about their Office Party Menu for your next gathering. Their gourmet retail shop provides unique gourmet gift items featuring many locally made specialty foods, chocolates and goodies.

■ SERVING LUNCH: Hanover Center, 3501 Oleander Dr., Ste 13. Mon.-Sat., 11am – 6pm (Closed Sundays) ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Porter’s Neck Center, 8207 Market St., Ste F. Mon. Wed., 10am8:30pm; Thurs.-Sat., 10am-9pm. Dinner features begin at 5pm. (Closed Sundays) ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Midtown & North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.temptationseverydaygourmet.com ■ FEATURING: An expanded dinner menu, at the Porter’s Neck location, which changes weekly.

tRollY StoP

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a family owned franchise with six locations. Since 1976 they specialize in homemade 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, 98% Turkey, and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open seven days from 11am-4pm, late night hours are Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; (910) 343-2999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach 115pm 7days a week, 6pm-9pm Sun-Wed, and 6pm3am Th-Sat. (910) 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 452-3952. 11am-7pm Mon-Sun; South Howe St. in Southport, (910) 457-7017 (CLOSED FOR THE SEASON UNTIL EASTER WEEKEND); 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, (910) 458-5778; 1250 Western Blvd., Unit L-4 Jacksonville, (910) 2280952, opened Mon-Sun 11am-9pm. Catering cart available all year from $300. (910) 297-8416.

■ 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 aNd BiG tHai tWo

Now with two convenient locations to serve you, Big Thai features authentic Thai cuisine in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Their delectable menu includes items such as Pineapple Fried Rice with Cashews, Roasted Duck in Red Curry, and several options for vegetarians and vegans. And don’t forget to try their famous Coconut Cake, made fresh in-house. You won’t regret it. Big Thai One (1001 N. 4th St. in the Brooklyn Arts District; 763-3035): Lunch M-F, 11-2.

Dinner M-Th 5-9, F-Sa 5-10, Closed Sun.. Big Thai Two (1319 Military Cutoff Rd. inside Landfall Center; 256-6588) ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open for Lunch M-F 11-2:30; Dinner M-Th 5-9; F-Sa 5-10; Sun. 5-9.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown and North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian/vegan options.

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

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HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation. Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

■ SERVING DINNER: Open Mon. thru Thurs.

4pm-10pm; Fri. and Sat. 4pm-10:30pm and Sun. 11am-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

■ WEBSITE: hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/hibachi

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

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

We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

FRENCH CAPRICE BISTRO

Wilmington’s finest French cuisine can be found at Caprice Bistro, a small informal neighborhood restaurant, serving hearty food in generous portions at affordable prices. Simple is the atmosphere in the bistro, as plain white plates and tables dressed in white paper make up the decor. However, the food is far from simple, as a combination of fresh ingredients and innovative preparation delight the taste buds with a plethora of unique appetizers, entrées and desserts. The service is fast, efficient and non-intrusive, and the ambience is friendly and unpretentious. After dinner, be sure to venture upstairs into their cozy and relaxing sofa bar for an after-dinner martini, or enjoy your meal there, as a light-fare and full menus are served. Art is always on display in the sofa bar, so be sure to inquire frequently about their artist show receptions. Voted “Best French Restaurant” three years in a row! 10 Market Street, downtown Wilmington, (910) 815-0810.

■ SERVING DINNER: Sun.- Thurs.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.capricebistro.com

OUR CRÊPES & MORE

The Crêperie of Wilmington! Our Crêpes & More a family owned and operated French Crêperie, is serving authentic, homemade French cuisine to dine in or to go. Everything on their menu is under $10, and is a healthy alternative, while eating a savory meal or sweet treat. Open at 7 am Tuesday through Friday, Our Crêpes & More offers a delicious variety of breakfast combos, quickly served or to go. On the Savory side, the Uzès, Quebec, Forestiere Royale or Tahiti are among the most popular. Their homemade Ratatouille, South France type Sub like the Pain Bagnat are worth the detour too!

On the sweet side, The Versailles, St- Tropez or Crazy Nutella (with homemade Nutella ice cream) will make you come back for more! They also serve Fresh Salads or Soups depending on the seasons, amazing all natural Homemade Sorbet & Ice Cream, Croissants & Chocolate Croissants. Open all day with free WiFi and live French radio, Our Crepes & More is a pleasant yet casual place to unwind. Our Crepes & More can accommodate large parties!

■ OPEN: TUESDAY – FRIDAY 7AM – 3 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAYS 8AM – 3PM! (Monday Closed.)

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Free Wi-Fi..

■ WEBSITE: www.ourcrepesandmore.com

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: Mon-Thu 11am2pm, 5pm-10pm; Fri 11am-2pm, 5pm-11pm; Sat 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-11pm; Sun 11:30am-2pm, 5pm9pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown.

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

ITALIAN 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. In December, folks can enjoy specialties such as salted cod fish, dried sausage, Located at 1101 South College Rd., P. 910-392-7529, F. 910392-9745.

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■ 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, made-from-scratch pizzas.

Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16oz. Marinated Rib Eye Steak.

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

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

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

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

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

Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-251-1005 for take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

■ WEBSITE: www.epwilmington.com

GIORGIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Giorgio’s is a locally owned, one-of-a-kind restaurant. Offering age-old traditions and timeless recipes, perfection is accomplished by combining the perfect cuisine and atmosphere for a dining experience that is not soon forgotten. With over 50 years of cooking experience under one roof, the smells of old-fashioned home cooking float through the air creating that comforting feeling of home-away-from-home! From old world style dishes to modern day creations, the menu showcases multiple flavors that will tempt the palate of the most discriminating connoisseurs. A Monkey Junction landmark for over 12 years! 5226 S College Rd.,Wilmington (910) 790-9954.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon.- Thurs. 11am. – 9:30am; Fri. 11am-10:30pm; Sat. 12pm-10:30pm Sun. 11:30am – 9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials, kids menu and online coupons.

■ WEBSITE: www.giorgios-restaurant.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:

11:30am-3am, 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

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. 11am2:30pm and from 5-10pm. 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 9am to 7pm; Saturday 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm. 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., 11am–6pm; Sat. & Sun., 11am-6pm(salad bar open all the time). Market hours: Mon.-Fri., 9am7pm; Sat., 9am-6pm; Sun., 10am-6pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Organic Salad Bar/Hot Bar, New Bakery with fresh, organic pies and cakes. Newly expanded.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

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.

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Friday, January 27 10:00 AM • 6:00 PM Saturday, January 28: 10:00 AM • 5:00 PM Sunday, January 29: 12:00 PM • 5:00 PM

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■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

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 ecofriendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd.

Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

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

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

brunch.

■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

Hieronymus Seafood is the midtown stop for seafood lovers. In business for over 30 years, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by constantly providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in local seafood.

It’s the place to be if you are seeking top quality attibutes in atmosphere, presentations, flavor and ingenuity.

Sugnature dishes include Oysteronymus and daily fresh catch specials. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering services. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2011. 5035 Market Street; 910-392-6313; hieronymusseafood.com ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Fireside oyster bar.

■ WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.net

OCEANIC

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: OceanicRestaurant.com

SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET

In Wilmington, everyone knows where to go for solid country cooking. That place is Casey’s Buffet, winner of encore’s Best Country Cookin’/Soul Food and Buffet categories. “Every day we are open, somebody tells us it tastes just like their grandma’s or mama’s cooking,” co-owner Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive. (910) 798-2913.

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

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

and chitterlings.

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE

Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNCW, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available.

Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

projector TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: CarolinaAleHouse.com

FOX & HOUND PUB & GRILLE

Serving up the best bar food for any local sports fan, Fox & Hound has appetites covered. Located next to Mayfaire Cinema 16, it’s no question that Fox is a great place to go on date night, or to watch the big game on one of the restaurant’s six large projection screens and 19 plasma televisions. Guests can also play pool, darts or video games in this casual-theme restaurant. For starters, Fox offers delicious appetizers like ultimate nachos, giant Bavarian pretzels and spinach artichoke dip. In the mood for something more? Try the hand-battered Newcastle fish ‘n’ chips or chicken tenders, or the grilled Mahi-Mahi served atop a bed of spicy rice. From cheeseburgers and sirloins to salads and wood oven-inspired pizzas,

Fox has plenty to choose from for lunch or dinner.

Finish the meal with a 6-inch Great Cookie Blitz, a chocolate chip cookie baked fresh to order and served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and Hershey’s syrup. 920 Town Center Drive, (910) 509-0805.

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

HELL’S KITCHEN

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style reubens, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, darts, and did we mention sports? Free lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. (910) 763-4133.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: 11am – late. Sun. at noon.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Dueling pianos Thurs., Fri., and

Sat. nights. and 1/2 priced select appetizers M-TH 4-7pm ■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

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Over 20 Homestyle Vegetables and Fresh cooked Eastern North Carolina BBQ Pork cooked daily ALSO SERVED DAILY...

Fried Chicken, Baked Chicken, Chicken & Pastry, Catfish, Whiting, Clam Strips, Fat Back, Crinkle Fries, Pig’s Feet, Chitlins, Rutabagas, Green Beans, Mac-N-Cheese, Sweet Potato Soufflé, Cabbage, Boiled Potatoes, Corn, Field Peas, Turnips, Collards, Baked Beans, Green Peas, Lima Beans, Rice, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Coleslaw, Potato Salad, Pan Fried Okra, Rolls, Hushpuppies, Apple, Blueberry & Peach Cobbler, Cherry Cheesecake, Banana Pudding and Ice Cream

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along who not only writes for the mere enjoyment of pairing the perfect set of words together, but who seizes the moment to pay homage to the lessons she’s learned in life. Writers have the ability to pass along invaluable messages—and not to neglect these moments but to follow their dreams. For Jacksonville author and poet Patsy Lain, it’s this very ideology which propelled her to pick up the pen and inspire others to embrace their talents, even if they are in the September of their years.

Married to Marine GySgt. John Michael Lain for 26 years until widowed in February of 2005, Lain was born in Onslow County and has lived here for nearly all her life. With countless bodies of work under her proverbial belt—essays, poetry and now anthologies—the catalyst for her to detail her thoughts, feelings and memories brimmed when her husband passed. All can be found in the “The New River High Tide” anthology, published in 2008, available at the Jacksonville Council for the Arts located on Old Bridge Street, downtown. Lain has solidified herself as one of Jacksonville’s most talented and beloved favorites, and it only took her a mere five years to do it.

“I’m getting older,” she says with a smile and lifetime of wisdom, “and writing for me is a way to tell my story of how I lived and what I’ve experienced.

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down on paper sometimes. Writing has always been what I wanted to do, and after my husband passed away, it was a way for me to reflect.”

A true child of the South and daughter of hardworking farmers, who also worked on Camp Lejuene, Lain takes pride in her roots, acting as a member of Jacksonville’s local group OOPS! (Onslow Outdoor Painters Society) and running a flea market, The Bargain Barn, located at 859 Freedom Way. There, all of Lain’s crafts, including her artwork, wood carvings, novelty signs, wind chimes and her writing, can be purchased. According to Lain, the store is a way for her to keep to her humble beginnings and not “wave her own flag.”

Though she has certainly climbed the employment ladder through the years.

“I was first a telephone operator, then I did clerical work,” she says, reflecting on the several paths which led her to the small bedroom town of Hubert. “[I have] been a marine wife, opened a flower shop, but then quit, because writing has always been my passion. When my husband passed, it was time to pick up the pen, reflect and follow my dream.”

Her most fond pieces of prose are two separate short stories, titled “The Love Letter” and “Deer Hunting and the Bear.” Centered around fear and survival, “Deer Hunting...” is a simple tale that traces the footsteps of Lain’s late brother, Tommie Kennedy, as he suddenly became the hunted instead of the hunter during an annual fall hunting trip. Though

the premise seems humble, the hidden meaning behind each word is anything but modest. As Lain points out, it’s not so much what is said which makes the difference, but what is not said that can change one’s perspective on life. For her, recalling the childhood story of her brother’s struggles to make it back home further solidified her urgency to write.

Lain’s steadfast belief to live life to the fullest is the focus in “The Love Letter.” She shares with readers a moment of weakness she experienced during her marriage. Told in a voice that indirectly portrays the writer, “The Love Letter” describes a woman who finds a letter in her husband’s pant pocket when she goes to do laundry.

As she reads each line, she thinks he’s having an affair and travels the gamut of emotions from A to Z. When she finishes the very last line, she realizes it’s really a love letter meant for her for Valentine’s Day. “What I do now is embrace what I love and reflect on what I loved as a child,” she says. “I only have one son and I’m putting my stories of my life down for the rest of the family and for those in Jacksonville to learn from. I’m also 60 and I think, I don’t have that much time left, and I feel like I’ve wasted all these years [not writing]. When others read my work, I hope they get the sense to not wait until it’s too late to do what they love. Learn to find time for yourself. It’s never too late.”

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to follow our dreams. Be they a desire to capture the Loch Ness monster, discover a new aquatic species or brave the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle, society, parents and Walt Disney are constantly encouraging us to dream big. Glenn Rosenbloom had a dream but it wasn’t the lifelong aching to become an astronaut.

“One night, about three years ago, all of these crimes came running into my head,” Rosenbloom says. “I ran down the stairs and wrote down about 20 at one time, how I saw them being depicted and started looking at them in funny ways.”

What emerged from his dream state was an adult interpretation of a variety of criminal phrases. He pictured T-shirts featuring a signature character—derivative of the traditional stick figure but with a few more felonies and a mischievous smile. He had visions of phrases like “Crime Wave,” featuring the stick man surfing, or “Computer Hacker,” with the man chainsawing a computer in half. The delightful play on words means no one can dislike them

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After dreaming up and developing the concept for the adult shirt, Rosenbloom began exhibiting his product at local festivals, like the Christmas shows in Greensboro and Charleston. When the economy floundered, his brand, titled “Inmate Tease,” was put on the shelf for a while. Then, in August this year, Rosenbloom decided to revisit the concept. He evolved the line into baby onesies because, lets face it, babies are little criminal masterminds: They are so cute, they can get away with anything.

The onesies feature a mini-criminal and his teddy bear sidekick as they participate in daily baby happenings or, as Rosenbloom has translated them, into felon activities. Creative word play describes everyday events such as “Resisting Arrest” (crying in a crib) or “Underage Drinking” (enjoying a bottle); these

babies are no angels. The onesies add adult humor to the lives of parents who may find themselves slipping into baby talk as a daily form of speech. Other buyers may just want a fun alternative to the gender-defining blues and pinks of baby world.

“People are always having babies,” Rosenbloom notes of the $4 billion-plus market. “This isn’t the kind of thing that has a high or low season.” His products are as relevant in December as in April or July.

After sending his baby wear ideas to a couple of corporations, he received a call a few weeks later from Buy, Buy Baby, owned by Bed, Bath and Beyond. “I got an e-mail saying the designs were totally creative and unique,” he

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says. “They wanted to move forward—fast.”

And they did. Inmate Tease will be sold in all 60 Buy, Buy Baby stores across 24 states.

Having just shipped 60 boxes the day after Thanksgiving, one to each store, Inmate Tease will be hitting shelves in the next few weeks.

In NC, folks will find them in Durham, Charlotte and Morrisville. However, locals can order them always from Rosenbloom’s website, www.inmatetease.com.

Before dreaming up designs, Rosenbloom lived and worked for CBS in Manhattan for over 20 years, but he gave it up to move to Wilmington with his wife and daughter about six years ago. A local enthusiast, he states “this city has the best restaurants, the best music scene—everything in Wilmington is great!” And Rosenbloom would know, seeing as he also deejayed for The Morning Chill on The Penguin for a few years (in fact, it was his idea to bring editor Shea Carver on the air on Wednesday mornings to talk about all of the happenings our port city offers). His innovation continues carrying through, only this time in a more artistic hub. Rosenbloom wants to see Inmate Tease become his new full-time gig.

In January, he will be heading to Manhattan for the biannual New York International Gift Fair at the Javits Convention Center. The opportunity for his infant company (pun-intended) will soar as thousands and thousands of buyers from small mom-and-pop stores and even larger chains hopefully will become just as smitten by his product.

Talk about the poster child for following one’s dreams...

Folks can find the onesies under “Juvenile Delinquents” and adult wear under “Inmates” at www.inmatetease.com. Rosenbloom will offer a special exclusively for encore readers: Buy one get one half off! Enter the coupon code “encore” for the steal! Local stores interested in carrying the product can contact Rosenbloom through the website.

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holiday events WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 12/7-23—Christmas Train & Light Spectacular. Fri. & Sat. eves. Fri. 6-9pm & Sat. 7:30-9:30pm. Train displays, lights, cider and Santa. Admission charge. • 12/34, 11, 17-18—Polar Express Program.

4:30pm & 6:30pm. Story time, visits with Santa, cocoa, and more. Wilmington Railroad Museum. Admission charge. Advance tickets. 910-763-2634; www.wrrm.org

NOW! DESIGN CONTEST

To overcome the dread of the post office and the cardsending holiday, get a little creative this season! Onslow County Parks and Recreation is having a Christmas Card Design Contest to be displayed at the Jacksonville Mall from December 15th through 21st. With the deadline of December 9th looming, be sure to visit www.onslowcountync.gov/park for all the details and restrictions. More importantly, put on your artistic cap and let your hand do the expressing: snow men, Santa, Baby Jesus, holly and mistletoe...the options are endless!

CHRISTMAS CARD DESIGN CONTEST Onslow County Parks and Recreation Department, Onslow County Board of Education & Jacksonville Mall is sponsoring a Christmas Card Design Contest. All entries must be received 12/9, 5pm at Onslow County Parks and Recreation Department 1244 Onslow Pines Road. Be creative! All cards will be displayed December 15th-21st in the Jacksonville Mall.

Questions, please call 347-5332 or visit: www. onslowcountync.gov/parks

ENCHANTED AIRLIE Through 12/21: Enchanted Airlie will present its spectacular LEGO display, featuring more than 250,000 LEGO bricks. The gardens look to place an exclamation point on the entire experience by rolling out LEGO trains constructed

soring Santa and a Movie, Friday night 12/9, 6pm at Belgrade Community Center and Saturday night December 10, 5pm at Holly Ridge Community Center. Come out and share with Santa your Christmas Wishes and watch a Family Christmas Movie. Refreshments will be available. 347-5332 or www.onslowcountync. gov/parks

by Airlie LEGO campers. Also showcases a Poinsettia Paradise with more than 400 holiday plants; an elaborate setting of more than 300,000 festive lights; live musical entertainment; three massive model train exhibits and a meet and greet with Santa. Complimentary coffee by Port City Java and concessions including hot chocolate, popcorn and cookies from the folks at David’s Deli and delicious wine from Noni Bacca Winery. Dates: 12/8-10, 15-17 and 19-21 in two time slots: 5-7pm and 7-9pm. Tickets: (910) 798-7700, airliegardens.org.

SANTA AT COTTON EXCHANGE Santa at the Cotton Exchange for photo ops, weekends through holiday: 12/10-11 and 12/24.

WORSHIP/SPECIAL EVENTS 12/9-10, 7pm: Christmas Cantata, combined St. Jude’s MCC and Pearsall Memorial Church Choirs. Friday & Saturday, December 9-10 @ 7:00pm Christmas Cantata, combined St. Jude’s MCC and Pearsall Memorial Church choirs

HENRIETTA’S SANTA CRUISE FOOD DRIVE 12/10, 9:30am: The Henrietta’s Annual Santa Cruise Food Drive - The price of admission is 6 cans of non-perishable food per guest. Reservations are required for the 2 hour cruise, 10 am departure time.

KURE BEACH CHRISTMAS FANTASY SHOW 12/9-11—Kure Beach Christmas Fantasy Show. 6:30pm. Music & more. Kure Beach Fire Dept. Free. 910-279-0459.

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF HOMES 12/10-11, 2-5PM: Welcome Home Angel’s 3rd Annual Christmas Festival of Homes Tour at Landfall. $25/person. Tickets available: 910-392-2700, or at NoFo Market and Cafe, Realty World Cape Fear, Landfall Realty, La Bella Forma, and Schaeffer BMW. Groups of 10 or more may purchase group-discounted tickets ($20 each) by calling 910-392-2700 (group tickets must be purchased together and in advance of the event.) Welcome Home Angel, Inc. is a non-profit 501c3 organization that brings joy and comfort to children in the Southeastern North Carolina area suffering from devastating illness or injury.

SANTA AND A MOVIE Onslow County Parks and Recreation is spon-

SANTA CLAUS FOOD DRIVE CAUSE 12/10—Santa Claus Food Drive Cruise. Boards at 9:30am; departs 10am. Admission: 6 cans nonperishable food/per person. Henrietta III Riverboat, Dock & Water sts.-Downtown. 910343-1611, www.cfrboats.com.

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CHRISTMAS CONCERTS Crystal Coast Choral Society presents two Christmas concerts: Sat., 12/10, 7:30pm, at Brookwood Baptist Church, 903 Henderson Dr., and Sun., 12/11, 3pm, at Cape Carteret Presbyterian Church, 100 Yaupon Dr. Both concerts will feature the Crystal Coast Choral Society and Orchestra with Music Director Finley Woolston To be presented--Vivaldi’s “Gloria” in its entirety, and several shorter sacred and secular seasonal pieces. Free; donations requested. 910-324-6864 (Mr. Woolston) or finley@ec.rr.com HOMEMADE HOLIDAY SHORTS Homemade Holiday Shorts on Sun., 12/11, 6pm. WHQR’s wintertime tradition, Homemade Holiday Shorts, features guest appearances by Ann Ipock, Jemila Ericson, Rabbi James Apple and Joyce Grear. Takes place before a live audience and broadcast live on WHQR 91.3fm at 6pm. Doors 5:20pm; full reception, including drinks and lavish hors d’oeuvre will follow the live performance, 6-7pm. Tickets: $30 each (includes the performance and reception) at (910) 343-1640, whqr@whqr.org or at station. All proceeds benefit the station. Includes musical accompaniment and a special emcee. 254 N.

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Downtown Wilmington’s First & Only Catamaran  Crusin’ All Year Round  If you have company in for the holidays, we have just the cruise for you to entertain your guests. Call for more details!

Thursday, December 8th Our River Club is proud to present MARK LYNCH Bar opens at 5:30, music at 6:30 with appetizers available for purchase from Elijah’s Restaurant. Remember, we are staying at the dock, so you can come and go as you please.

Saturday, December 10th Full Moon Cruise, 5 p.m.

Sunsets at 5:02 p.m., moonrises at 5:15 p.m. Join us as we cruise this mysterious river by moonlight and for added pleasure, ALEX BALL will be performing with his fiddle. $25

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Front Street in downtown Wilmington. Mary: mary@whqr.org.

is loads of fun for everyone and includes singing, dancing—how about an office dance contest—some most unusual office party games, the cast kicking out Karaoke, and an audience sing-a-long! Catering by Middle of the Island and Brooklyn Arts Center cash bar. Tickets are $50 at brooklynartsnc.com or 888-512-SHOW. Doors open at 6pm; show at 7om. Seating is limited. 520 North 4th Street. (910)232-6611. www.porchtheatre.com.

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA Capeside Animal Hospital Pet Photos, Sun., 12/12, 11am-4pm. Located in Waterford, Leland. (910) 383-2100. All proceeds benefit Furever Friends Animal Rescue. Photography

by Dick Parrot. $25 MAYFAIRE’S HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR Mayfaire’s Polar Express Outdoor Train rides for just $3 per person. Every day is a different route, so there are many chances to experience all the holiday joy Mayfaire has to offer. Pickup/drop-off location in front of the Santa Village on Inspiration Drive (beside Belk). Hours: Through 12/11: Fri., 2:30-7pm; Sat., noon7pm; Sun., noon-6pm. 12/12-12/23: Mon-Fri, 2:30-7:30pm; Sat., 11am-8pm; Sun., noon6pm. 12/24: Sat., 10am-2pm. • Visit Santa’s Village at Mayfaire for kids to have their photos taken by Mayfaire’s professional photographer.

Located beside Belk and Reeds Jewelers on Inspiration Drive. Hours: Through 12/11: Fri., 2:30-7pm; Sat., noon-7pm; Sun., noon-6pm.

12/12-16, Mon-Fri., 2:30pm-7pm. 11/17-23: Mon-Fri., 11am-7:30pm; Sat., 11am-8pm; Sun, noon-6pm.12/24: Sat., 10am-2pm.

HOLIDAY POPS 12/13, 8pm w/William Henry Curry, Resident Conductor Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Honoring the season with familiar winter melodies: “Hark the Herald Angels Sing,” “O Holy Night,” “Angels We Have Heard on High,” “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” “Silver Bells” and “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire).” Tickets: $38-$53. www.ncsymphony.org TROLLEY TOUR OF HOLIDAY LIGHTS

HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR 12/17, 2-7pm: The second annual Holiday Spectacular at The Dance Element of Wilmington will feature a show/sale of fine art from Wilmington artists as well as live music and a dance performance. Winter Open House, admission is free and the public is welcome. Additional Open House and Art Gallery viewing hours 12/14, 15, 16, 1-5pm. Ashley Barnes: fun@thedanceelement.com

12/15-23—Trolley Tour of Holiday Lights. 6pm & 7:30pm. Tours of Wilmington’s decorated neighborhoods. Departs Downtown at Dock & Water sts. Admission charge. 910-763-4483; www.wilmingtontrolley.com.

REINDEER-DRAWN TROLLEY 12/16-24—Caroling by “Reindeer” Drawn Trolley/Carriage. 6-10pm. Horse-drawn carriage tour & caroling Downtown. Departs at Market & Water sts. Admission charge. 910-

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CAPE FEAR CHORDSMAN CHRISTMAS 12/17, 7pm: Cape Fear Chordsmen present their 16 th annual show, “What the Dickens,” a parody on Dicken’s Christmas Carol. This hilarious parody will be part of their traditional Holiday Chorus Show. Also featured will be the Harmony Belles and the Azalea Coast Sweet Adelines Held at Winter Park Baptist Church-Community Center(new place this year). 4700 Wrightsville Ave (use Park Rd entrance). Tickets: $5-$7.50, w/proceeds going to local charities. Don: 910 799 5850 TALLIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA The Tallis Chamber Orchestra will present a “Baroque Christmas Concert,” 12/19, 7:30pm, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, to benefit the Good Shepherd Center of Wilmington. The concert will feature Wilmington soprano, Sara Wes-

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Saturdayday, December 10 The Henrietta’s Annual Santa Cruise Food Drive - The price of admission is 6 cans of non-perishable food per guest. Reservations are required for the 2 hour cruise, 10 am departure time.

Wilmington Railroad Museum’s Polar Express Holiday Show - 4:30 & 6:30

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ADOPT AN ANGEL FOR PETS Girl Scout Troops 1348 an d937 are hosting an Adopt-an-Angel for pets tree at Paw Beach Pet Resort, 6101-B Market St. (next to KIA dealer).

Handmade angel ornaments reveal a list of items needed at Pender County Animal Control.

Participants can choose and ornament and return it with unwrapped needed supplies, such as blankets, towels, dog bowls, pet beds and more. The Girl Scouts will collect and deliver the items to the shleter. pawbeachpetresort.com.

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Stocking can be selected from the trees at : K&W Restaurant (New Hanover Shopping Center), Chick-Fil-A (Market St and MayFaire), Tomlinson Warehouse (College Rd), David’s Deli Restaurant (Eastwood Rd), Big Gal’s Boutique (Kerr Ave) and New Hanover County Senior Resource Center. (2222 South College Rd). Faye Jacobs, 798-6400.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING SOCIAL Holiday Tree Lighting Social, Thurs, 12/22, Rotary Garden at Greenfield Lake Park, 6pm.

(Rain Date: 12/23). Family and friends are welcomed. Salvation Army’s Community Brass Band to entertain with holiday cheer, refreshments, and warmth of many citizens, Rotarians and supporters of the Rotary Wheel Beautification Project. www.facebook.com/RotaryWheel ISLAND OF LIGHTS NEW YEAR’S PARTY 12/31, 9pm: The New Year’s Celebration will be held on New Year’s Eve, Sat., 12/31, at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk near the Gazebo.

Don’t miss the giant lighted beach ball being dropped at midnight followed by a spectacular fireworks demonstration. Free family-friendly event will feature a DJ and dancing with refreshments and party favors available for purchase. Raffle, with thewinner taking home the original artwork for the 2011 official Christmas card and ornament. Bring the family to Carolina Beach at 9 pm to join the festivities. www.islandoflights.org NEW YEAR’S NOON DOWNTOWN 12/31—New Year’s Noon Downtown! 11am.

Ring in the New Year at Noon with noisemakers, confetti and more. Children’s Museum of Wilmington. Admission charge. 910-254-3534, www.playwilmington.org

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NEW YEAR’S EVE CRUISE 12/31—New Year’s Eve Cruise w/music, dancing, hors d’oeuvres, champagne. 9pm-12:30am.

Prepaid reservations only. Henrietta III Riverboat, Dock St. at Water St., Wilmington. 910343-1611, www.cfrboats.com.

events FARMERS’ MARKETS Weekly Farmers’ Markets feat. plant, food and crafts vendors;: Riverfront Farmer’s Market

Sat., Downtown Wilmington, Water St., 8am1pm. April-Dec. www.wilmingtonfarmers.com • Poplar Grove Plantation Farmer’s Market Wed., 10200 US 17 N., Wilmington, through 12/14.

Live music w/Cindy Rhodes; Pender County Master Gardeners clinic 2nd Wed/ea. mo.

amount during this pledge drive, a local supplier will donate a 2x4 piece of lumber to Habitat for Humanity.

ASHLEY HOLIDAY BAZAAR 12/10, 9-4pm: Ashley Athletic Boosters’ Holiday Bazaar held in the cafeteria at Ashley High School, 555 Halyburton Memorial Parkway just off of Carolina Beach Road. Holiday gifts, home accessories, food items, hand crafted and unique one-of-a-kind gift ideas. The event is free

PEARL HARBOR DAY 12/7: Azalea Coast Amateur Radio Club will honor Pearl Harbor Day, by making Morse code, and voice contact with Pearl Harbor. All this will occur on board the Battleship North Carolina, in Wilmington. Attempts will be made to use the WWII style radio equipment that is onboard the battleship North Carolina and is maintained by the members of Looking for a show to do early 2012? Well, Thalian Asthe Azalea Coast Amateur Radio Club, sociation has every actor’s dream performance awaiting and has been for several years. Both the in the classic tale “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Prepared old style radios and newest style radios will bein use during this time. Glenn M. material is not required for this Pulitzer Prize winning Cox KE4BMY: 910-431-3875

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DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY INC 12/11, 3:30pm: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Jacksonville (NC) Alumnae Chapter presents The Twin City Choristers at Northside High School, 365 Commons Drive South. $20. donation for adults and $10. for students.

piece. Directed by Tom Briggs and slated to run February 2nd through 5th at Thalian, auditions take place on the 12th and 13th, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the Community Arts Center at 120 S. 2nd Street. To see the character breakdown, log on to www.thalian.org.

70TH ANNIVERSARY OF HISTORIC USO 12/16, 5:430-7:45pm: 70th anniversary celebration of Hannah Block Historic USO, with music, art and drama interpretations by New Hanover County schools,, along with children from the Community Boys and Girls Club, who will interpret the theme “Christmas 1944 at the Wilmington USO.” Skit by Army veterans, wax museum interpretations of life on ILM’s wartime homefront, war memorablia, jazz band and jitterbug routines, music by Julie Rehder, Katherine Rudeseal, Rebecca Rocco, and Jennifer Coxe as “The Andrews Sisiters,” and more, MC Donn Ansell. Second and Orange streets in downtown Wilmington—listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Wilbur Jones, USNR (Ret.), Coalition chairman: 910-793-6393

charity/fund-raisers WHQR ONE-DAY PLEDGE DRIVE WHQR 91.3fm will have a one-day on-air fundraiser on Thurs, 12/8. This one-day campaign is part of the non-profit’s on-air fundraising efforts. For this end-of year campaign, WHQR is supporting the Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity.

The mission of Cape Fear Habitat is to provide affordable housing to those in need. WHQR is proud to support this mission. For every pledge made to WHQR by phone or online of any

to the public and concessions will be available.

The Athletic Boosters sponsor scholarships and help with equipment needs for all sports. Melody Long at 910-508-4575.

2011 WINTER BALL The 2011 Winter Ball will take place at the Cameron Art Museum on 12/10, 6:30-11pm.

Live entertainment by Justin Rudolph, Creative Flame Company and more! Four-course dinner, along with complimentary photo of your arrival. Gallery viewings at museum. $50, with proceeds dontaed to Good Shepherd Center of Wilmington; monies also raised at event to benefit scholarships for CFCC and UNCW students. www. outwilmington.com.

CAPE FEAR RIVER WATCH Please join us Sun., 12/11, 5pm, for annual meeting at beautiful Watermark Marina located at 4114 River Road. Get together with Cape Fear River Watch members, Board Directors, and staff as we celebrate 2011 and look forward to 2012. Current members will vote for Board members. Everyone is welcome so bring your friends!

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831 South Kerr Avenue RANDALL POND CLEANUP 12/17, 9am: Randall Pond Clean Up: Join us and give your community the gift of clean water this holiday season. Join Stop Titan Action Network in cleaning up Randall Pond on Randall Parkway in Wilmington, NC. stoptitan.org ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR Wed., 5-6:30pm, Center for Spiritual Living, 5725 Oleander Dr., F1-1, in Oleander Oaks.

100 percent of proceeds benefit the Wounded Warriors Battalion at Camp Lejeune. (910) 3920870.

theatre/auditions THE SOUND OF MUSIC See page 11.

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Thalian Association will hold auditions for the adult roles in the play “To Kill a Mockingbird” on 12/12-13, 7-9:30pm, Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. No prepared material required; you will be asked to read from the script. Adapted for the stage by Christopher Sergel from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Harper Lee and directed by Tom Briggs, the production runs 2/2-5 at Thalian Hall.

Full character breakdown visit www.thalian.org.

CITY STAGE Santaland Diaries (Back by popular demand, starring Zach Hanner): 12/9-11 • The Full Mon-

ty, playing at Thalian Hall. Special New Year’s Eve Gala. 12/29-1/1, 5-8 and 12-15. • Debbie Does Dallas, 1/12-15, 20-22, 27-29 and 2/3-5 • Spring Awakening, 2/16-19, 24-26, 3/2-4 and 9-11 • Next to Normal, 3/22-25, 30-4/1, 4/68 & 13-15. Tickets: $18-$22. City Stage: (910) 262-0490 or www.citystagenc.com TWO See page 10.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL See page 11.

OPERA HOUSE THEATRE COMPANY 12/17, 11am: Opera House Theatre Company announces auditions for the first show of the 2012 Season, “The Producers.” Roles are available for women and men in a wide range of ages; no roles for children. Everyone should bring a prepared song and sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Also, come prepared for a dance audition. Auditions will be held at the Lucile Shuffler Center, 2011 Carolina Beach Rd. Rehearsals begin Sat., 1/14.

(910)762-4234 or operahousetheatre@yahoo. com. Production dates: 2/24-26.

FRAKTURED FAERY TALES “Fraktured Faery Tales for a Mid-Winter’s Eve: Part Deux,” written by Zach Hanner; directed

by Cherri McKay. Auditions: Sat., 12/10, 11am-1pm and Mon., 12/14, 5-7pm. HBHUSO Community Arts Center. Casting before the Holiday * Rehearsals begin in Jan. Run dates: February 2/16-26. 910-399-2878 BAREFOOT IN THE PARK Brunswick Little Theatre will hold auditions for Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park at Playhouse 211, 4-6pm, Sun., 12/11, 7-9pm, 12/12. Playhouse 211 is on Hwy 211 across from BEMC.

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Small cast play with five characters. The parts are all open for audition. Corie Bratter; early 20’s and newly married to Paul, is young, vivacious, a free spirit, loves life, and wants the whole world to come along with her. Paul Bratter; also in his early 20’s and husband to Corie, is a rather straight-laced, practical, up and coming lawyer, who loves Corie dearly and tries to go along with her wild schemes. Ethel Banks; in her 40’s, is Corie’s mother. She is a well-off, widowed suburbanite, belongs to the right clubs, and tries to understand her daughter’s wild behavior. Victor Velasco, also in his 40’s, loves the ladies, refuses to grow old and act his age, and, like Corie, likes life and lives it fully. The ages of these four are what you have to portray, not necessarily your real age.

Harry Pepper; a minor role, is a good-hearted telephone repairman who likes to give advice to “help out”. Cold reading of scenes in the play; we will supply the scripts and give you some time to read over the scenes before auditioning.

Paul Bertelsen at ptelsen@atmc.net .

NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM Every Wed. Nutt House Improv Troupe, doors 8pm, showtime 9pm, no cover charge. • Every Thurs. Open Mic Stand Up, doors 8pm, showtime 9pm, no cover. • Stand Up Comedy workshops: Learn the art from the stage of Wilmington’s only full time comedy club. A beginners/intermediate class formed every 6 wks, covering basics, incl. public speaking and a comedy showcase in a professional comedy club at end of 6-wk. classes. Ages 16 and up.

910-520-5520 for slots. $100/6-wk. commitment. Taught by Timmy Sherrill, club owner/working comedian. 255 N. Front St, basement of Soapbox. www.nuttstreet.com. 910-520-5520

music/concerts STONE SOUP CONCERTS PRESENTS Kyle Lindley at The Reel Café, Second Floor Ballroom, 12/8, 7:30pm. Also performing shorter sets: Kim Dicso, Fortch, Mike O’Donnell, Greg McDowell, Christopher DiBfijani, TBA. • Fingerstyle guitar champion Richard Smith and cellist Julie Adams, PRESS 102, Veranda Ballroom, 102 S. Second Street, 1/18, 7pm $15, GA. Full bar and dinner menu available. Purchase your tickets at www.WilmingtonTickets. com. stonesoupconcerts.com NC SYMPHONY All Wilmington concerts at 8pm in Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Schedule: 12/13: William

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by Azalea Coast NC USA Dance chapter, tol be held Sat., 12/10, at the New Hanover Senior Center, 2222 S. College Rd. Our social dance group lesson begins at 6:45pm-7:30pm, then dance to our custom mix of ballroom & latin music from 7:30pm-10pm. Admission price includes group lesson, no partner needed. $8 members, $10 non-members, $5 military with ID, $3 students with ID.(910)799-8566. www. azaleacoastncusadance.org

12/10: CHAPPY VALENTE Checker Cab Productions, located on Front Street in downtown Wilmington, welcomes artist Chappy Valente to discuss his own artistic process about constructing form, responding to light and exploring the subtleties of contour. The painting demonstration takes place December 10th at 10 a.m. and will also include a light lunch afterward. Tickets are $40 and can be reserved by calling Checker Cab Productions at (910) 352-1575.

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 TANGO Tango classes and social dancing, Fridays, Carolina Lounge of Ramada Inn. 5001 Market Street (between College and Kerr). 7:30-

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SURFER TANGO Waterford Tango at the Clubhouse, Fri. at 7:30 • Magnolia Greens Tango, Thurs, 7:30pm, Aerobics Room • Cape Fear Country Club Tango, Sun., 5pm. All classes are $10 per couple per class fun, professional, positive instruction. surfertango.com CONTRA DANCE Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:309:30pm.Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come. $4. (910) 538-9711.

art CHECKER CAB PRODUCTIONS 12/10, 10am: Please join us for an intimate gathering with Chappy Valente, one of the areas finest art instructors. Valente will discuss his thought process as he investigates and constructs form, responds to light and explores the nuances of contour. This interactive painting demonstration and discussion encourages dialogue with the instructor. A light lunch will be served. $40. Call to reserve your seat today! Checker Cab Productions: 130 N Front St. www.checkercabproductions.com PASSIONATE ILLUMINATIONS Passionate Illuminations (aka Hot Flashes!) takes place through 12/8 at Acme Art Studios, featuring the works of MJ Cunningham and K Wolf Webb. Opening reception. 711 N. 5th St. (910) 796-9633.

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MINIATURES 2011 12/10-11, 17-18. Sat., 6-11pm; Sun., 1-7pm.

Opening reception, 11/19 and closing, 12/18, w/food and drinks. An exhibition of pint-sized, accessible,affordable art from more than 18 talented local artists. Everything in the show is 12” x 12” x 12” or smaller, and everything is $50 or under. Items run the gamut from originals and prints, to stickers, photographs, postcards, gloves/scarves, and more. It is a great way for Wilmingtonians to do their holiday shopping without spending tons of money at a corporate megastore. Show hangs for 4 weeks. Free admission. 6622 Gordon Rd, Unit N. Gaeten Lowrie: 919-696-4345. ThriveStudios@gmail.com. www.ThriveStudiosNC.com HARBOR ISLAND ART SHOW

Harbor Island Arts presents exhibition in the Arboretum atrium space through 4/2012, feat.

2D art work depictingthe New Hanover Arboretum. Sold through the Arboretum Gift Shop and displayed throughout the Hutaff Building Atrium Gallery Space. Work hangs in the Hutaff Hallway Dec.8th. HarborIslandArts@hotmail.com.

ACME ART SALE 12/10, 10am: Acme Art Christmas sale, Sat., 10an-6pm, and Sun., 1-4pm. 711 N. 5th Ave. Featuring over a dozen artists and various mediums of work. www.acme-art-studios.com JOHN GUNN COLLECTION Randall Library will debut an exhibit focused on sports history and memorabilia from, during and after World War II. The John Gunn Collection will be on display in Special Collections through 12/15. Acquired from former Wilmington residents John and Joan Gunn, the collection is primarily focused on college and professional football and basketball, but also includes publications related to professional baseball and military sports programs. It includes books, magazines, periodicals, game-day programs, rule books and statistics, clippings, newspapers, correspondence, photographs and other associated sports memorabilia. Mon.-Thurs.y, 9am-5pm; Fri., 9am-noon.

FALL SENIOR EXHIBITION Fall Senior Exhibition at the Art Gallery at the Cultural Arts Building; on display through 12/17.

Features artwork by 10 graduating UNCW studio art majors. Commencement reception will be held Sat., 12/17, 3:30-5pm. Receptions are free and open to the public. Culmination of study in studio art. The exhibition is juried by the studio art faculty and mounted by graduating seniors. It is the capstone event for studio art majors.

DAYDREAMS Sandra Burgman’s “Daydreams,” an Ann Flack Boseman Scholarship Show. Boseman Gallery (Fisher University Union, 2nd Floor). Student in Studio Art and Digital Art, the recipient of the 2011-12 Ann Flack Boseman Scholarship is endowed through the generosity of donors Mark Griffis and Dave Robertson in honor of Ann Boseman. Burgman is a Graphic Designer, Marketing and Social Media professional in the Wilmington. While practicing her profession and raising a family, Sandra decided to follow her dream of becoming a professional artist. Influenced primarily by contemporary artists like Joan Miro, Pablo Picasso, Angel Hurtado, Jesus Soto, Frank Gehry and Milton Glaser, Sandra combines different media in multiple layers to create unusual shapes, and textures. A selection of her paintings was also published in the

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spring edition of Atlantis Magazine. Sandra has also received the UNCW Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Choice Award in 2010 and 2011 for her paintings. 910-962-7972 or www.uncw. edu/presents. Exhibition hangs through 12/18.

HERE TO THERE AND BACK AGAIN Here to There and Back Again: A Retrospect

by Artist Diane Hause, a selection of paintings, drawings, woodcuts, collages and assemblages created over 32 years. New works such as “As the CrowFlies” are included and consists of sixteen, 11 inch square recycledmetal ceiling tiles painted and collaged. 621N4TH Gallery. 621 North 4th St. Hangs through Dec. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT As we begin organizing the 2012 series of Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, we are searching for any and all galleries, studios and art spaces in the downtown Wilmington area that would like to be involved in this monthly event. Simply agree to open your doors to the public on the fourth Friday of every month, 6-9pm. If you have something else you’d need to take of on a certain month, simply close the door and post a sign. Participation includes a nominal, one time fee, of which has been consistently low each year. Business is added to all posters and 10,000 maps/brochures distributed throughout the year. Print and radio advertisements included. Fourth Fridays are free self-guided tours, taking place monthly, where local galleries and studios open their doors to the public in an afterhours celebration of art and culture. www.artsoup.org or www.wilmingtonfourthfridays.com IVEY HAYES UNCW is the first college in the state to host the artwork of native son Ivey Hayes, as the result of a campus effort headed by the Ann Flack Boseman Gallery. 16 pieces will hang in the Azalea Coast Room of the Fisher University Union.

The work will be on permanent exhibition, with new pieces rotating in each academic semester through 6/30/2012.

PROJEKTE Now showing: “Heavy Metal,” a group exhibit showcasing works in metal. Participating artists include Doug Campbell, Michelle Connolly, Carolyn Foland, Brandon Guthrie, Melissa Manley, Veronica Plankers and Ashley Roderick. Each artist uniquely shapes and forges metal into either jewelry, wall art, mixed media painting, floor sculpture, assemblage and decorative designs.

Hangs through 1/15/2012. Projekte will be accepting canned food goods during Decemeber to donate to Food Bank of ILM • Now open: Coffeehaus and Antiques, w/assortment of homemade sweets and specialty brewed java.

Opens 1pm Tue-Sat. • EVENTS: Mon/Tues/ Sat/Sun: Yoga, PWYC, 6.30-7.30pm. Wed: Figure Drawing, $10/class, 6-8pm. First Wed of each Month: DivaMade Collective, a meet n greet for creative women, 7.30-9.30pm. Every other Thur: UNCW Film Nite, sometimes political, always controversial, 7.30-11pm. Second Sat of each month: The Creative Exchange, local artists sale and swap, 2-5pm. • Every 3rd Friday: Live Bossanova w/Raphael Name, 7p11p. • Every Fri/Sat: Live Music, 8-12am. Free unless noted otherwise. 910-763-1197, theprojekte@gmail.com, www.theprojekte.com. 523 S 3rd St. BOTTEGA EVENTS Next art opening: Fri., 12/2, 6pm—photography exhibit with Jason Hudson, Keith Ketchum and Ross Rogers. • Mon: Closed through winter • Tues (4pm-midnight): Starving artist night • Wed (4pm-mid.): Weekly wine tastings, 7pm • (Sat 1pm-2am; Sun., 1pm-mid.) • Closed Thanksgiv-

ing • 11/25: Fourth Friday Gallery Night: opening reception for new show, 6pm. • 11/27: Buy You a Drink Comedy Night • bottegaartbar@ gmail.com. • 208 N. Front St. 910-763-3737, www.bottegagallery.com.

museum CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Through 2/2012: B.W. Wells: Pioneer Ecologist: Explore the breathtaking nature photography of ecologist B.W. Wells and discover his passion for the flora and fauna of the Lower Cape Fear region. • Cape Fear Treasures: Rememberingthrough 1/15/2012: Glimpse a selection of souvenirs and mementos from Cape Fear Museum’s permanent collection.

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working with the historic collection, and as an education docent. • New Hanover County Resident’s Day: Residents admitted free first Sun. ea. mo. • Community Conversations: Listen to different viewpoints from panelists then engage in discussion about Civil War history. Mix and mingle before and after the 7pm. presentation. The Combatants: 12/13, 6:308:30pm. Dr. Joseph Glatthaar, author and professor at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and Dr. Chris Fonvielle, author and professor at University of North Carolina Wilmington, discuss how Southerners of both races made the choice to fight, and what their experiences were in the Confederate Army and in the U.S. Army. Tickets 910-798-4362. • Hours: 9am5pm through Labor Day, Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; $6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members admitted free. 814 Market St. 910-7984367. www.capefearmuseum.com.

NC AQUARIUM The kids will be out for the holidays soon enough.

Exotic Aquatics Gallery has added That means they’ll need to have their time filled with white-spotted jellyfish (Phyllorhiza punctata) to its collection.The Exotic Aquatics unabashed, undeniable, sheer holiday cheer! Why not Gallery traditionally features non-native sign up the little ones for Holiday Elf Camp at the NC marine species. Guests can learn more Aquarium? The camp is only three days, 12/21-23, leadabout the life cycle of a jellyfish while viewing up to the big dance! Kids can enjoy crafts, exploraing these beautiful animals. Educates the public on the importance of well-balanced tion and more from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; appropriate ecosystems. • Events: Aquarist Apprenfor ages 5 to 12. Call (910) 458-8257 for costs and tice, Behind the Scenes Tour, Breakfast reservations. Or visit www.ncaquarium.com/fortfisher. with the Fishes, Mommy and Me, Canoeing the Salt Marsh, Surf Fishing Workshop. Pre-reg. classes.

• Dec. 17—Santa’s Seacret sured to remind them of the past. • Down Home: Supper. 6pm. Kid-friendly dinner with Santa, Jewish Life in North CarolinaDiscover how scavenger hunt, crafts, cookies. • 12/21-23— Jews, through a process of struggle and negoHoliday Elf Camp. 9:30am-3:30pm. Holiday tiation, became integrated into Southern socicrafts/activities, aquarium tour for kids ages ety and helped build a New South. • EVENTS: 5-12 while parents shop. 910-458-8257; www.

Volunteer Open House held first Wed. of mo. ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher. 900 Loggerhead Opportunities are available in museum store, Rd. Kure Beach working with the historic collection, and as an BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE education docent. • New Hanover County Resi12/17-18: Colonial Christmas Celebration. dent’s Day: Residents admitted free first Sun. Sat.10am-4pm & Sun. 12-4pm. 18th Century ea. mo. • Community Conversations: Listen music, dancers, hot wassail. Burgwin-Wright to different viewpoints from panelists then enHouse, Wilmington. Admission charge • 18th gage in discussion about Civil War history. Mix century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the and mingle before and after the 7pm. presenheart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the tation. The Combatants: 12/13, 6:30-8:30pm. oldest museum house in NC, restored with Dr. Joseph Glatthaar, author and professor at 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. CoUniversity of North Carolina Chapel Hill, and Dr. lonial life is experienced through historical inChris Fonvielle, author and professor at Univerterpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. sity of North Carolina Wilmington, discuss how 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last Southerners of both races made the choice to tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. fight, and what their experiences were in the www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

Confederate Army and in the U.S. Army. TickWRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM ets 910-798-4362. • Hours: 9am-5pm through The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, Labor Day, Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; housed in the turn of the century Myers Cot$6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; tage, exists to preserve and to share the histo$6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 ry of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach cirMuseum members admitted free. 814 Market ca 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the St. 910-798-4367. www.capefearmuseum.com. beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane CAPE FEAR MUSEUM history and information about the interaction EXHIBITS: Through 2/2012: B.W. Wells: Piobetween the people and our natural environneer Ecologist: Explore the breathtaking nament which have shaped the 100 year history ture photography of ecologist B.W. Wells and of Wrightsville Beach. 256-2569. 303 West discover his passion for the flora and fauna Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com. (910)256-2569 of the Lower Cape Fear region. • Cape Fear WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Treasures: Rememberingthrough 1/15/2012: Explore railroad history and heritage, especially Glimpse a selection of souvenirs and mementos of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in from Cape Fear Museum’s permanent collecWilmington for more than 130 years. Interests tion. Discover some of the objects people have and activities for all ages including historical extreasured to remind them of the past. EVENTS: hibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, Volunteer Open House held first Wed. of mo. lively children’s area, and spectacular scale Opportunities are available in museum store,

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planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itfocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action. www.bellamymansion. org. 503 Market St CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Murrinis Within a Crystal Matrix: The Poetic Glassworks of Richard Ritter,” “Mark Peiser: Reflections on the Palomar Mirror “and “Penland School of Crafts: Evolution and Imagination.” Both Richard Ritter and Mark Peiser are honored as 2011 North Carolina Living Treasures. Thematically tied, both Ritter and Peiser attended Penland School of Crafts. The school is an international leader in the evolution of craft education located in western NC. This exhibition explores Penland then and now, featuring examples of some of the finest work from the school.

Hangs through 4/1/2012 • William McNeill: My Life as a Handheld Church Fan A Rhapsody on Sweat, Sweet Tea and Salvation, Brown Wing.

Through 1/15/2012. Feat. hundreds of church fans with images religious and secular, collected over 40 years by musician and performative assemblage artist William McNeill. McNeill emphasizes their cultural importance, “This collection is really about a vanishing Americana and a way of life that we won’t ever have again.” • Through 1/15/2012: Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats, Brown Wing. 25 black and white photographs by Michael Cunningham featured in his book, Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats (2000: Doubleday) are highlighted in this exhibition. • Hattitude: A Convergence of Fashion and Faith, Brown Wing; through 1/15/2012. Hats from public and private collections, hats of our own and our mothers’, hats by leading and unknown designers comprise this bountiful exhibition, including generous loans from Dr. Yvonne Watson, Rep. Alma Adams, Guilford County and the Gregg Museum of Art and Design, NC State University. • Wilmington Choral Society: “Christmas at CAM V,” Thurs., 12/8, 7:30-8:30pm; 12/11, 3-4pm. $5, members; $10, non. Holiday music with the Wilmington Choral Society; song selections include, Good King Wenceslas, The Little Drummer Boy, White Christmas, ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas, Carol of the Bells and more. • Kids at CAM, 12/10, noon-3pm; $3/ child, members. $5/child, non; adults, free. Santa Claus visits from North Pole; special guest musicians from the Wilmington School of Music will perform holiday tunes, while you and your family create art gifts and decorations you can take home. Take a tour of our exhibitions or explore on your own. No pre-reg necessary. Parental supervision required. • 12/10, 3pm: Gallery conversations/demonstrations w/Dr. Yvonne Watson and Jan Wutkowski in Brown Wing.

CAM Members: Free, museum admission. Dr. Yvonne Watson, artists ofHattitude: A Convergence of Fashion and Faith, and Jan Wutkowski, milliner and owner of aMuse Artisanal Finery share stories of the beauty, history and pure fun of hat fashion. Also, enjoy a demonstration of blocking felt and straw hats on traditional wooden hat blocks. • 12/15, 8pm: Coast Poetry Jam, Cost: $5, $3/college students with valid ID. Produced by “Yo Girl” Sandra and hosted

by Bigg B. Coast Studio Line: 910.763.0973.

• CLASSES, ETC: Drawing and Painting from the Museum’s Permanent Collection w/Martha Burdette and Donna Moore Tuition: $180 Members/ $210 Non-members. Tuesdays: 12/6,

13, 20, 10am-noon. Location: Studio 1 (located just inside museum entrance. • Life Drawing every Tues., 6-9pm. Group meets in Reception Hall. Participants provide own dry drawing materials and watercolors. $70/6-wks. • Museum School: Fall classes going on now! More info online for adult education programs. • Tai Chi, 12/14, 28, noon; $5, members; $10, non. • Yoga, Thurs., noon; $5, members; $10, non. • Zumba classes, Mon/Wed/Fri, members, $8; non, $10. Packages: $32/4; $52/8; $65/10.

Energetic movement class, Latin-inspired dancing w/Wendy Joyner. Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Sun,11am-5pm; Thurs: 11am-9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. www.cameronartmuseum.com or 910-395-5999.

sports/recreation JINGLE BELL RUN 12/17—5k Jingle Bell Run. 7:30am registration.

Wrightsville Beach Museum. 910-256-2569, www.wbmuseum.com CHURCH BASKETBALL LEAGUE The Onslow County Parks & Recreation Department is currently accepting teams for its Church Basketball League. Registration deadline is December 21st. Entry fee is $ 375 + $ 10 per player. Players must be 16 by January 1, 2012.

Games are played at Southwest Middle School.

347-5332 or www.onslowcountync.gov/parks.

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH PARK AND REC Tennis lessons for youth & adults, cotillion for youth, kids’ night out, yoga, pilates, boot camp, tone & stretch, and low impact aerobic classes. For more information call 910-256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

film REEL AGING: REAL CHANGE Working Films announces Reel Aging: Real Change, an initiative that will tie compelling documentary films and transmedia projects that explore aging to ongoing policy work and grassroots campaigns supporting older populations globally. Applications by 1/6; four-day residency begins 3/23—eight to ten media teams will sharpen their strategies for audience and community engagement. 3/27: Teams will present their projects to regional, national and global NGOs, funders, government agencies, activists, and policy makers, with a goal to embed the film and media projects into on-the-ground efforts by the advocates in the room. Hosted in Washington, DC. Applications due from media makers for participation in Reel Aging: Real Change, for $500 fee. Due upon acceptance into the residency—includes lodging, meals, and materials. Participants responsible for own travel; limited stipends available. workingfilms. org/reelaging SUBVERSIVE FILM SERIES 12/11: “The Most Hated Family in America” (Double Feature): BBC director Louis Theroux and a film crew travels to Topeka, Kansas to interview and cover the members of Westboro Baptist Church, a small religious organization that has sparked controversy by picketing American military funerals and creating signs and mottos like “God Hates Fags” and “God Hates America.” The double feature includes Theroux’s first trip and then his second visit four years later in his sequel, “America’s Most

Hated Family In Crisis.” • 12/18: “A Christmas Carol”: Charles Dickens’ classic is brought to life in this made-for-television adaptation, starring legendary George C. Scott as Ebenezer Scrooge and David Warner as Bob Cratchit. • 12/25: Closed. Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223 CINEMATIQUE Plays weekly at Thalian Hall main stage, 310 Chestnut St. 7:30pm, $7 (unless otherwise noted) • 12/12-14: Take Shelter—Curtis LaForche lives in a small Ohio town with his wife Samantha and six-year-old daughter Hannah, who is deaf. Money is tight and navigating Hannah’s healthcare and special needs education is a constant struggle. Despite that, Curtis and Samantha are very much in love and their family is a happy one. Then Curtis begins having terrifying dreams about an encroaching, apocalyptic storm. Plagued by these visions, a young husband and father questions whether to shelter his family from a coming storm - or from himself.

Written and Directed by Jeff Nichols. Rated R. 120 minutes. In English.

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE 12/23—“It’s A Wonderful Life” 35mm screening. 7:30pm. Admission charge. Thalian Hall. www.thalianhall.org FILMMAKER’S SOCIAL Filmmaker Social every 2nd Friday of the month, 7pm! Connect with other filmmakers, as well as discuss topics such as fundraising, production and trends in the industry. 16 Taps, 127 Princess St., downtown Wilmington.

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kids stuff MARINE QUEST MarineQuest’s Saturday-morning scientific fun at the UNCW Center for Marine Science. Explore sea creatures, marine habitats and ocean phenomena through lab experiments, field activities, games and more. • 12/10:Christmas Island (Register by 12/8) Explore island formations and discover what makes places like Christmas Island so unique! Witness one of the wonders of the natural world as the Christmas Island Red Crab migrates from their forest canopy homes to the edge of the sea.

KIDS NIGHT OUT The Wrightsville Beach Parks & Rec Dept. is hosting “Kids’ Night Out” in the Fran Russ Recreation Center in Wrightsville Beach Park. Kids will enjoy dinner, arts and crafts, games, and more! And, thanks to Kids’ Night Out, parents can enjoy a night on the town or a quiet evening at home knowing their children are having a great time! (Ages 5 – 12). Pre-registration rqd.

(910) 256-7925 or www.towb.org.

SHADY PADDOCK STABLES Kids can connect with champion horses and ponies to build their confidence, self-esteem and learn responsibility, as well as fun exercise in a wonderful environment! We teach horse psychology,and empower children to go for their dreams! Camp includes horse related videos, arts and crafts, and games when not riding or inclement weather. Sign up by Dec. 10 and the price is only $180.00 for 5 days. Price is $250.00 after that. You may take your 5 days intermittently or consecutively. Sharon: (910)5204150. www.shadypaddockstables.com. 25 Union Chapel Rd, Burgaw. Off Hwy 421, 18 miles from downtown.

KIDS TUNES ONLINE CD RELEASE PARTY 12/11, 1-4pm: Local recording artists Kids-

TunesOnline are hosting a CD Release Party.

Games, fun activities, light refreshments, great music for kids 2-8. The Wilmington School of Ballet 3834 Oleander Drive near the mall. So come and meet the artists, make new friends, and enjoy the music!

classes/workshops SINGLE MOM WORKSHOPS Free Workshop for Single Moms: Enjoying/Enduring the Season, Sat., 12/10, 10:30am-noon.

Wilmington Family YMCA, 2710 Market St. Brenda Rodstrom, MSW and Family Coach and Counselor, will lead the workshop offering practical solutions and specific advice on facing the known holiday pitfalls that are unique to single moms. Free childcare is available upon request Register by 12/8. Dalia Nir at 251-9622, ext. 246 WINE CLASSES All classes Thurs, 6:30pm at Taste the Olive; must be at least 21 years of age w/ID. Space limited; RSVP rqd.

Schedule: 12/15: Bubbles, Oh How We Love Bubbles!—We will explore the different methods used to add the sparkle to the wine that we love tickling our tongue and how it is classified.$25/ person • 1/12/2012: Wine 101—Tasting seminar and inrto into world of wine. Learn to swirl, sniff and sip like a pro; understand your palate. $25/ person Reservations are accepted on a first-come/first-serve basis, and are non-refundable. 910-256-OILS(6457)for policies/details.

TAI CHI Tai Chi, Mon., 6:30pm, Scottish Rite Temple, 1415 S. 17th St. Taught by Karen Vaughn, LAC, 3rd gen. Tien Shan Pai disciple. $15/class.

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lectures/readings POMEGRANATE BOOKS National Novel Writing Month Reading Wed., 12/7, 5:30pm. Join us for a sampling from Dana Sachs’s National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) class. 4418 Park Ave. www. pombooks.net

12/10: SINGLE MOMS! The Wilmington Family YMCA will be having a Single Mom Workshop called “Enjoying/Enduring the Season” this Saturday, December 10th, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Family coach and counselor Brenda Rodstrom will guide the class, offering solutions and advice on getting through the hectic season as a single mom. There will also be free childcare available upon request! Register with Dalia Nir by the 8th by calling (910) 251-9622, ext. 246.

ART CLASSES Professional instruction with Lois DeWitt, MFA. Over 30 years of art teaching experience. Small classes, individual tutoring available. loislight@ bellsouth.net. Four weeks, $80. Watercolor: Mon, 11am-1pm; or Sat., 3-5pm: Learn color washes, expressive brushstrokes, creating light and shadow and more. For beginners or experienced painters that want to refresh their skills. • Collage: Mon, 3-5pm: Create beautiful collages from found papers in a series of fun collage lessons including textures, color gradation, paper dynamics, photo portrait and more.

• Mixed Media, Tues., 3-5pm: Learn how to use found materials to create mixed media collages exploring textures, color dynamics, power of content, evocative images and more. • Acrylic Painting, Wed., 11am-1pm. Learn acrylic painting basics: brushstrokes, mixing colors, painting light and shadow and how to choose and paint subject matter. For beginners or experienced painters that want to refresh their skills.

• Oil Pastel, Wed, 3-5pm. Learn basic oil pastel skills including overlay, light and shadow, color dynamics and making subject matter vibrant as content. For beginners or those experienced in other media that want to learn about oil pastels. • Basic Drawing, Sat., 11-1pm: Learn line, shading, composition, how to draw what you see, and more. Fun exercises and individual guidance. For beginners or those that want to refresh their drawing skills.

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LUNCH WITH AN AUTHOR 12/8, 1130am: The only event of its kind in the area, Lunch with an Authorcelebrates local and statewide authors while providing scholarships to qualified students at Cape Fear Community College. 11:30am -1:30pm , McKeithan Center at the CFCC North Campus, appx 15 authors from across the Carolinas and a keynote speaker will be in attendance. Proceeds from this Lunch With an Author will establish $1,000 scholarships, which include the cost for books, to qualified students in the creative writing department at Cape Fear Community College. www.lunchwithanauthor.com OLD BOOKS ON FRONT ST. You know that novel you keep thinking about and planning to write? We are going to be a hot spot for the National Novel Writing Month, including twice weekly support groups on Mon/ Thurs, 6:30pm. • 12/17: Daniel Ladinsky, reading from his new work, “A Year with Hafiz.” An

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Take every opportunity you can to spend time with friends and loved ones as this is a wonderful time for socializing and just having fun! Out of the ordinary experiences are just icing.

TAURUS (21 April – 20 May)

Great chances come your way through work or spiritual endeavors, bringing more good fortune and opportunities to get to know those around you on a new level!

GEMINI (21 May – 20 June)

Expect change in your work routine, and use caution if traveling for your job. A new romance stemming from the workplace is possible, but take your time and think before jumping into anything.

CANCER (21 June – 21 July)

Drop everything! Just let things be and enjoy this time without waiting for what comes next. Taking the time and focus to put yourself in a friend’s shoes will put their position in perspective.

LEO (22 July – 22 August)

Everything is changing and it feels both wonderful and unsettling at the same time. Disappointments make you feel like you are on your own, but support comes from unexpected sources.

VIRGO (23 August – 22 September)

Confrontation is likely unless you can curb that aggressiveness that just spills out without your help!

Family members may not appreciate your stepping in and taking over.

LIBRA (9/24 – 10/23)

Caution and diplomacy are needed in business dealings, research investment opportunities carefully before putting your money on the table.

SCORPIO (23 Oct. – 21 November)

A little narrow-minded, now is not the time for long range planning; single tasks are much easier to complete. Focus is on your father or a father figure.

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BRIDGE LESSONS The Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department is offering Beginner II Bridge lessons and Bridge Workshops with Marie Killoran.

Bridge II Lessons: Thurs., 3/1, 8, 15, 4/5 & 12.

Beginner II Bridge is from 9:30-11:30am. Bridge Workshops are open to anyone with basic bridge knowledge and play experience. Different topics covered each week, 1/26, 2/16, 3/,

SAGITTARIUS (22 Nov. – 21 Dec.)

Proving yourself to others is important for you, but you still go out of your way to help someone. Being slow to anger will be helpful with a family situation.

CAPRICORN (22 Dec. – 20 Jan.)

Thinking of yourself is more OK than you think, especially after you realize how much you have done for others. You can do great things—and great chances are coming!

AQUARIUS (21 Jan. – 19 February)

Issues arise in direct conflict with your beliefs.

Stand your ground, but don’t be afraid to listen to the other opinions.

PISCES (20 February – 20 March)

You’re feeling generous and talkative; there is no counting the number of people you are likely to help. Projects that began long ago are finally completed.

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acclaimed poet with a strong history with Hafiz, the mystical Sufi poet. www.luleenanderson. com • In the New Year we will be launching a “Local Authors Book Club” the idea is that the book club would read a book by a local author every month and invite that author to come speak, sign autographs, etc. Our first honoree will be Clyde Edgerton and his book “The Night Train.” Reoccurring dates and times should be confirmed by the end of the week and will appear on our website along with a list of the first year’s titles. Clyde’s books should arrive this week. • 2/3-5: New Poetry Festival : Couplet a festival of verse in two days! Open call for submissions for the anthology to follow shortly! 249 N. Front St. (910) 76-BOOKS (26657). www.OldBooksOnFrontSt.com WOMEN IN BUSINESS SPEAKER SERIES The speaker series brings together businesswomen of diverse occupations to help them grow personally and professionally through leadership, education and networking. Press 102. 2nd St. $40/incl. lunch. Schedule: • 12/15: TBD. (910) 3501211.

PARENTING BOOK CLUB A new book club is forming with a focus on enhancing family life through an exploration of the science behind child development. Meetings held the first Thurs. ea. month, 6-7pm. Old Books on Front St. Objective is to engage the community in meaningful discussion about ways to foster healthy family living and to inspire personal growth and connection. Jessica: 336-4202887 or jesscooper1@yahoo.com

clubs/notices HOOK, LINE AND PADDLE 12/10, 10am: Hook Line and Paddle Canoe and Kayak Outfitters, 435 Eastwood Rd. Free lunch as a thank you for your support. Call 910-7926945 for more information.

WRITERS AND WELLNESS GROUP Life Writers and Wellness Group, (formerly “Grace in the Word”) meets 3rd Tues., 7-8:30pm. Schedule: 12/20. 5041 New Centre Dr, Ste 122. 910-262-4454. writingdoctor7@ gmail.com. www.meetup.com/Life-WritersWellness-Group/910-262-4454 or mountainbirdministry@yahoo.com.

LYMPHEDEMA SUPPORT GROUP Dosher Memorial Hospital has announced the formation of a new Lymphedema Support Group. Meets 2nd Floor Conference Room of Dosher Hospital, 924 N. Howe St., Southport.

Goal of support group is to provide support, tips and ideas to help reduce limb size and visible symptoms of the disease. Led by registered occupational therapist Ginne Boyle, OTR/L CLTLANA. Open discussion and a question and answer period. Meets monthly, free of charge to those who attend. Registration encouraged Ginnie Boyle at (910)454-4708 orginnieboyle@ dosher.org.

12/11: WINTER SOLSTICE PARTY The Cape Fear Humanists and Freethinkers will celebrate the Winter Solstice a little early: 12/11, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Bridge Center at Marketplace Mall, 127-40 S. College Road. They’ll meet about this year’s club events and plan for 2012. Folks who attend are encouraged to bring a dish and a bottle to share; raffle prizes also given away. Plus, the club will hold their annual board elections!

WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP Wilmington Pride Youth Group and GLBTQIA Youth meets 3rd Fri/mo., 5:30-7:30pm, downtown ILM (call for specific location). A safe, discrete location for youth to discuss various topics that effect the gay youth population. After group, play video games and socialize with friends. Free for people 25 and under. TR Nunley: 910-538-0234 or Wilmingtonpride@gmail. com. www.wilmingtonpride.com. Parents are welcome to meet facilitators and see the space.

WILMINGTON PRIDE BOARD MEETINGS Wilmington Pride Board meetings, 3rd Tues/ mo. at BuenaSpace, 7:30-8:45pm 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!

PANCAKE BREAKFAST 12/10, 8am: Join us for a exciting environmental lecture and pancake breakfasteach 1st Saturday of the month. We strive to cover a wide range of interesting environmental topics. Pancakes are served at 8:00am and the Lecture starts at 9:00am. www.cfrw.us. 910-762-5606 or email jen@cfrw.us.

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The Knitting Guild of America (TKGA) meets the third Sat. ea. month, 10am-noon. Gerri: 3713556. 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.

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION Annual Winter Solstice Celebration Humanists and Freethinkers of Cape Fear, Sun, 12/11, 5:30-8pm. Bridge Center at the Market Place Mall 127-40 S. College Rd. We’ll look back to 2011 and look forward to all that is coming in 2012. Bring a dish, bring a bottle; we’ll also be having a raffle with some excellent prizes. Also holding annual board elections. All paid up members will have a chance to vote. Next year will bring us the Reason Rally, Rock Beyond Belief, some amazing new speakers, an ever expanding range of events, new educational opportunities and media campaigns and much more besides. www. capefearhumanists.com CAPE FEAR WEDDING ASSOCIATION Meet and greets the third Wed. ea. month. $25, members free. www.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.

COUPON CLUB 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. 910632-8315, www.wilmingtonncnewcomers.com.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB Club meets third Thurs. each month, Sept thru June, 7pm at Cape Fear Community College. www.capefearcameraclub.org WILMINGTON MS SELF HELP GROUP MEET MS Selp Help Group meets 2nd Thurs, ea. month, 7-8pm. New Hanover Regional Hospital Business Center. 3151 South 17th St. Lisa Burns: burnsl86@yahoo.com PFLAG PFLAG Meeting is first Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

tours CULINARY ADVENTURES TOUR Eat your way through Wilmington’s food history and delights! Culinary Adventures Tour with food writer/chef Liz Biro; under a mile, wear comfortable shoes. Top Chef Farmers Market Tour and Cooking Class, Heart of Downtown, Drinks Downtown, Downtown Brunch Stroll, Foodie Shopping Tour, Custom and Special Group Tours and more! $25 and up! www.lizbiro.com. 910-545-8055 SCREEN GEMS STUDIO Tour the movie studio, and see where films and TV shows like “One Tree Hill” and “Dawson’s Creek” are/were filmed. Sat-Sun at noon and 2pm. 343-3433.

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.HollywoodNC.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 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. Call to check on times etc: 910-409-4300. http:// touroldwilmington.blogspot.com

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