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Local grocers add ethnic flair to dining tables across the Cape Fear The amount of eateries in town offering various cuisines from far-away lands can’t be matched in a city as small as Wilmington. Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Puerto Rican, French ... we have a lot to indulge upon. Perhaps one of the better perks, too, comes from learning to cook the cuisines in our own homes. A few local grocers make that challenge easier for foodies who wish to expand their menus and palates by combining authentic ingredients with skill and technique. Places like Saigon Market and Tatayana’s European Delights rises to the challenge by showcasing some of the best flavors from their homelands at excellent price points. Meet the owners of these local gems and find out about their love for their homeland’s food and Wilmington’s own appeal. Cover and pg. 34 photos by Paul Wethington; above by Chelsea Pyne.

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artsy smartsy................ 10-21 10 theater: Shea Carver talks to Alisa Harris of TheatreNOW and Anthony Lawson about their new year show, “The Diary of Adam and Eve,” a Mark Twain adaptation.

12 art: Bethany Turner talks the openings, closings and ongoing shows on the local art scene.

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

14 music: Bethany Turner interviews members from the Brooklyn-based, otherworldly band The Argentine, who plays Satellite Bar and Lounge this Saturday.

16-19 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing across the region.

21 film: Anghus reviews the procedural drama “Zero Dark Thirty.”

grub & guzzle........... 28-31 28-31 dining guide: Need a few suggestions on where to eat? Flip through our dining guide!

33 dining review: Rosa heads to Jax 5th Avenue and Deli and falls for their thin-crust, innovative pies foremost!

34-35 cover story: Alex Pompliano interviews local grocers about the varied ethnic flavors offered at Tatyana’s European Deli and Saigon Market.

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labor-intensive and, therefore, a collective human experience. With the industrial revolution and rise of engine-driven farm equipment, the image of a farmer in the cab of a tractor took hold in our minds.

He stood as a lone solider in the field battling the elements, completely in control of his life and destiny, not fettered by the chains of middle managers in corporate America. Sure, it’s not an entirely accurate image but an alluring one, nonetheless.

Any reader of the Laura Ingalls Wilder books is familiar with the pattern of a new family moving to the area, settling on a piece of land and beginning the process of making it operational. It would require the construction of a house and a barn, both of which would cause a large turnout from the surrounding neighborhood. While living in the western part of the state, I had the privilege of participating in an old-fashioned “barn raising.” Fortysome people turned out, and in the course of the day, with the help of several draft horses, the frame, loft floor and main ridge beam of the barn were raised. The siding and most of the roof came over the next few weeks.

Skill levels included real carpenters, strapping young men with brute strength (very necessary for maneuvering and positioning heavy lumber), drafthorse trainers and people like me—who mean well and are happy to do the fetching of tools, steadying of boards and picking up of dropped items. It was one of the most fascinating and enlightening days of my life, if for nothing else to see the trainers work with the draft horses to maneuver the lumber up to the loft and set the ridge beam. It wasn’t just an engineering feat, but, from where I stood, a mystical encounter.

Besides the broadening of my horizons and a remarkable lunch, the insight into the complexities of life and the skills I was exposed to that day have carried with me. Also, for one new to the area, it was an incredible introduction into life in the mountains. I met people I likely would never had met, and was welcomed into the close world of farmers which I probably would not have penetrated otherwise.

The idea of collective work for large projects on farms is as old as farming itself. Bringing in harvest can be such a monumental task that additional laborers must be hired and resources shared. Jock grew up homesteading in northern British Columbia. Their family had 6 encore | january 16-22, 2013 | www.encorepub.com

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one draft horse named Duke. The next farm over also had one draft horse, when twice a year, heavy and intensive work required two horses, and each farmer would take his turn at the other farm, bringing his horse to help.

In recent years, as the reclamation of our local agriculture has taken root, people interested in learning more about farming, and connecting with other gardening and farming enthusiasts, have started organizing “crop mobs.” Essentially, they consist of meeting during afternoons and volunteering at a farm to work on a specific project in exchange for education, fellowship, and a good meal.

The coining of the term “crop mob” is credited to 2008 in the Triangle, though the idea is far from new.

Several have been held in our area, including work at both Shelton Herb Farm and Red Beard Farm. A local group, Cape Fear Crop Mob, even has a Facebook page for updates.

Cape Fear Crop Mob started thanks to two Wilmington foodies, Brittany Taggart and Nicole Carpenter.

With Taggart’s day job working for Feast Down East, as well as putting in time at Shelton Herb Farm, the upstart seemed natural with mob partner Nichole, who also worked at Shelton’s and was growing shiitake mushrooms. Taggart feels strongly about the role of farming in our world and community, pointing out that it touches every person’s life on the planet. “It is an incredible thought to know that no matter what you are eating, someone somewhere grew it!” she says.

Both Taggert and Carpenter are aspiring sustainable farmers, currently without land. In a very community-spirited and sustainable mindset they decided to work with farmers who did have land so they could hone their skills and invest in their values. They held the first planning sessions in late summer of 2012 and pulled off the first crop mob on Septemebr 29th at Shelton’s Herb Farm.

“We try to organize it so that the farmer who needs us next has the opportunity to announce his or her project to the group and propose the subsequent event,” Taggart explains. “Farmers have to participate in the mobs to benefit from them; it’s all about community.” encore recognized the opening of LINC’s (Leading Into New Communities) new facility last year as one of Live Local’s major achievements. The organization

works to help people transition from life behind bars to meaningful, sustainable civilian life. That’s a tough transition at any time; in a struggling economy, it is harder than usual with few jobs to go around. As part of the expanded service mandate of their new facility, LINC has added a sustainable growing operation.

“Our connection with LINC seemed to grow organically,” Taggert continues. “So when LINC members came to lend working hands at [the second mob] at Red Beard Farm [on November 4th in Castle Hayne], the wheels started turning. We thought mobbing LINC would be a unique opportunity to help them get started, with things as simple as clearing brush and moving soil, which require a lot of manpower.”

The mission of LINC’s Urban Farm Project is threefold: 1. to develop entrepreneurial opportunities for individuals returning from incarceration; 2. to increase access to healthy, high-quality, safe and affordable food; and 3. to generate sustainable income for LINC, Inc. and program participants through education and training in urban, community farming systems. According to Taggart, “This is the perfect opportunity for us. It’s a great chance to leverage working hands to help launch a project that will benefit Wilmington for years to come.”

“I will be attending because the crop mobs are usually a lot of fun,” participant Andy Myers, who founded Port City Swappers, says. “You get to work side by side, meeting new people and learning new skills.

This project with LINC will be especially rewarding because we will be helping them break ground. If we get many hands on this, the before and after images of the farm will be incredible. When I participated in the last mob, I took away new skills, new friends and a belly full of great local food.”

LINC’s executive director, Frankie Roberts, acknowledges they are at the beginning. With a chuckle, he asks participants to bring any tilling machinery they might have: “Bring whatever you’ve got; we’ll put it work.”

The Cape Fear Crop Mob is scheduled for Saturday, January 19th, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at LINC’s new urban farm located near the airport at 222 Division Drive. Besides providing an opportunity to learn about sustainable urban farming, literally from the ground up, the crop mob will truly fulfill the mission outlined in LINC’s name: Leading Into New Communities.

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Compelling Explanations Giuseppe Tedesco took the witness stand in Newton, N.J., in December and swore that all six shots that hit his girlfriend, Alyssa Ruggieri (one of them fatal), were “self-defense” “accidents.” After she discovered his .25-caliber handgun in sofa cushions, he said he reached for it and in the struggle was shot in the hand, but he still managed to grip the gun tightly, and the pair tumbled down some stairs. During the struggle, “both” hands shot Ruggieri twice. Despite their injuries, they

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both maintained their vice-like grips on the gun, he said, and “they” shot Ruggieri twice more. The final shot, he said, came with Ruggieri holding the gun point-blank at his face, and when he pushed it away, “they” fired another shot that hit Ruggieri in the temple. (At press time, the trial was continuing.)

The issues director of the fundamentalist American Family Association told his radio audience in November that God’s feelings will be hurt if America stops using fossil fuels for energy. “God has buried those treasures there because he loves to see us find them,” said Bryan Fischer, who described Americans’ campaigns against fossil fuels as similar to the time when Fischer, at age 6, told a birthdaypresent donor that he didn’t like his gift. “And it just crushed that person.”

Retrials and appeals are sometimes granted if a convicted criminal demonstrates that he received “ineffective assistance of counsel.” Among the reasons that the lawyer for convicted Joliet, Ill., quadruple-murderer Christopher Vaughn offered in his November motion was the ineptness of other lawyers (but not himself). Specifically, he argued, the lawyers for the convicted wife-killing police officer Drew Peterson put on such a disgusting case that they gave all defense lawyers a bad name. (The website LoweringTheBar.net pointed out that Vaughn lawyer George Lenard himself violated a lawyers’ “kitchen sink” standard by overlisting 51 separate reasons why his client deserved a new trial.)

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Afterward, Fierro admitted to a local news website that in fact he had stolen the very car that he was reporting stolen.

The Continuing Crisis Former undercover cop Mark Kennedy filed for damages in October against the London Metropolitan police, claiming post-traumatic stress syndrome based on the department’s “negligence” in allowing him to have such a robust sex life on the job that he fell in love with a woman whose organization he had infiltrated. Kennedy’s wife has filed for divorce and is also suing the department, and 10 other women (including three of Kennedy’s former lovers) have also filed claims.

Sarah Childs won a restraining order in Denham Springs, La., in December, forbidding the town from shutting down her “Christmas” lights decoration. The large outdoor display (in a neighborhood with traditional Christmas displays) was the image of two hands with middle fingers extended.

In a 3-2 decision, the Board of Adjustment in the Seattle suburb of Clyde Hill ruled that a homeowner must chop down two large, elegant trees on his property because they obstruct a neighbor’s scenic view of Seattle’s skyline. The board’s majority reasoned that the complaining neighbor (who happens to be former baseball all-star John Olerud) would otherwise suffer a $255,000 devaluation of his $4 million estate. (Olerud was ordered to pay for the tree removal and to plant the neighbor two smaller trees in place of the majestic ones).

People With Issues New York’s highest court ruled in November that subway “grinders” (men who masturbate by rubbing up against women on trains) cannot be charged with felonies as long as they don’t use force to restrain their victims (but only commit misdemeanors that usually result in no jail time). Police in Phuket, Thailand, announced that their all-points search for a public masturbator who harassed a restaurant’s staff had produced no suspects although a spokesman said they did find “a few people (nearby) who were masturbating in their vehicles, but none of them were the man we are looking for.”

Perspective Update: Four months have passed since News of the Weird mentioned that at least 60 North Carolina prisoners have been improperly incarcerated legally innocent based on a 2011 federal appeals court decision. (Still others are at least owed sentence reduction because they had been convicted of offenses in addition to the incorrect one.) A June USA Today story revealed the injustice, and the federal government took until August to release holds on the inmates, but since then, only 44 of the estimated 175 affected prisoners have been correctly adjudicated. USA Today reported in December that the recent delay has been because of the obstinacy of some North Carolina federal judges, including cases involving citizens by now wrongfully locked up for more than 18 months.

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“Hank Toler, my technical manager, forwarded me Anthony’s script and said that Anthony and Susan Auten had been trying to get this produced for a while,” Alisa Harris, proprietor of TheatreNOW, says. “I read through it and thought it was perfect to open the new year with two humans discovering their world and each other.”

Capturing the vibe every new year provides—parting with the old for a fresh start—Harris, who has worked with Lawson on the local scene for years, loved incorporating the idea into her first show of 2013. More so, that it would run through the first weekend of February also would make it timely for Valentine’s Day. “The show ultimately is about how Adam and Eve discover each other and define first love,” she describes. “I immediately thought of Big Dawg’s show ‘Love Letters.’ I am not above stealing a great idea, and ‘Love Letters’ is successfully and often played with real couples doing a staged reading performance of the piece.”

Thus, the show will feature real-life spouses onstage each weekend to bring to life the comedy, reverence and scenarios every relationship endures.

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and Heather Setzler will take the stage, followed by Alex Wharff and Katherine Vernon on the 25th and 26th, and Troy and Katherine Rudeseal on February 1st and 2nd.

Like most Theatre NOW shows, dinner will also be served and prepared by Chef Denise Gordon. Three courses consist of: “New Year’s Resolution Course” of vegetable consommé with pasta pearls and fresh herbs; “In the Garden of Eden Main Course” with chicken breast “en papillote,” garden vegetables and new potatoes or vegetarian choice and; “Temptation Course” of passion fruit panna cotta with apple caramel sauce.

“I also can’t think of being in the Garden of Eden and not eating healthy, fresh food,” Harris notes, “so we’ve created a fresh menu with just one decadent ‘sinful’ temptation.” encore spoke with writer Anthony Lawson about adapting the script and some of the challenges and highlights of doing the show.

encore (e): What liberties did you take with the “The Diary of Adam and Eve”?

Anthony Lawson (AL): Virtually none. This was one of the first theatrical projects I ever attempted. I basically just took the two separate diaries and found the common thread and put them in the correct order—then I wrote pieces to bridge them together. There are a few jokes of mine scattered in there, but I wrote this seven years ago, and I’m pleased to find I can’t remember which parts are mine and which ones are Mark Twain. e: What do you find most appealing about the show?

AL: I’m a huge Mark Twain fan. It’s very much like my obsession with Groucho Marx (or Tron). When I get into something, I’m all in. When I was young, I saw a Claymation version of “The Diary of Adam” and thought it was hilarious. Later in life, I kept thinking about the movie and thought, That would make a great stage show! So I wrote it. The humor is subtle and

sarcastic. What is there not to like? e: Why do you propose audiences will connect with it?

AL: There is seriously something in there for everyone: If you’ve ever discovered something new. If you’ve ever fallen in love. If you’ve ever been sick of another person. If you’ve ever been a spouse. If you’ve ever been a parent. If you’ve ever lost someone—seriously, everyone can connect to this piece.

Completely family-friendly. There is only one off-color joke in the entire piece … and I think it goes mostly unnoticed until it’s too late. e: What has been your favorite part of the show so far?

AL: I get to bring a great piece of literature to the public’s attention—I mean the original. I’m not seriously calling my own work great literature. e: What’s been the biggest challenge of this show?

AL: Getting the couples to commit to weekends. We had plenty that wanted to do the show but couldn’t for one reason or another. It was very flattering actually to have so many people compliment the script and jump on board after reading it just once. Of course the source material is great. At least I didn’t screw it up. e: I understand you played Adam over the weekend and Auten took on the character of Eve. What has been memorable about this role?

AL: Playing Adam is so much fun; he is so disgruntled in the first act. Then he plays the perfect idiot in Act Two and wraps the whole thing up by being unbelievably sweet. He actually has my favorite line that has ever been written—once again, straight from the original.

I am directing the other couples [from here on out].

I know this material so well and have lived with it for so long, I really couldn’t imagine anyone else taking the reigns.

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on beautiful art work. From Hampstead to Carolina Beach, Wrightsville to downtown Wilmington, galleries overflow with inspired paintings, sculptures and photographs. This week the art scene’s evolving door provides several great shows to catch: two closing, one opening, and a few ongoing to check out through the coming weeks. he cape fear is never short

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“Flesh and Bones” Closes Sat., Jan. 19th Projekte Gallery 523 S. Third St. (910) 763-1197 Local artists Darren Mulvenna and Shannon Limburger present “Flesh and Bones,” introducing new bodies of work that feature what is not about death or gore, but the raw beauty of what is under the skin. As they pull back the coverings of humans, they so tackle the bodies of animals—creature also from butterflies to a red fox and more.

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tion imbedded in the historic North Carolina coastal tradition. Supported by a Charles L. Cahill Research Award. Opening reception with wine and hors d’oeuvres will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., 1/17. Free and open to the public. Gallery will be open Mon. through Fri., noon to 4 p.m.

CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB EXHIBIT

Closes Sat., Jan. 19th Northeast Branch Library 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. (910) 798-6370 www.capefearcameraclub.org The Cape Fear Camera Club will have its annual photo exhibit at the Northeast Branch Library on display through January 19th. The exhibit is free and is available during library hours (Monday and Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.). The photographs on display are works produced by club members.

FIRST LOOK

“Light Lure” Opening Thurs., Jan. 17th UNCW’s Cultural Arts Building 601 S. College Rd. (910) 962-3500 www.uncw.edu/uncwarts/cab.html

The Deconstruction Series - France

3 Part Educational Series - Bordeaux, Champagne & Rhone 5 wines paired with small plates - $58 per event - $150 for all three events Series 1: Deconstructing Bordeaux - Mon Jan 21 - 6-8 p.m.

Series 2: Deconstructing Champagne - Mon Feb 4 - 6-8 p.m.

Series 3: Deconstructing Rhone - Mon March 11 - 6-8 p.m.

Reservations required due to limited seating

60 Wines By The Glass 350 Wines By The Bottle 30 Craft Beers small plates • global cheeses cured meats • desserts

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ONGOING

UNDERNEATH THE SKIN: Darren Mulvenna paints a plethora of creatures in ‘Flesh and Bones,’ an exhibit with Shannon Limburger at Projekte Gallery. The show will close on Sat., January 19th. Courtesy photo

“Light Lure” features underwater photographs by Johnson taken with low-tech pinhole cameras constructed out of cookie tins, fishing line and waterproof putty. Pulled down by fishing weights, the pinhole cameras were lowered into the Atlantic Ocean off all 19 fishing piers along the NC coast. Images capture the light, mystery and explora-

Coastal Carolina Camera Club Exhibit Hanging through the end of January Silver Coast Winery 6680 Barbeque Rd. (910) 287-2800 www.coastalcarolinacameraclub.com Silver Coast Winery is pleased to announce The Coastal Carolina Camera Club will be exhibiting its member’s photographs in the Art Gallery through end of Jan. The winery is open Monday and Tuesday by appointment, Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., Fridays till 6 p.m.

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

Celebrating one year at their new location, Artfuel Inc. host Vol. 33, featuring Todd Carignan, Scott Ehrhart, Sabrina Buchanan, and Cyndi Buell. Live music will be by L Shape Lot., with food provided by San Juan Cafe, Incredible Pizza and A Taste of Italy.

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ARTEXPOSURE! 22527 Highway 17N, Hampstead, NC 910-803-0302/910-330-4077 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or by appt.) artexposure50.com Look for the big red barn and visit a unique space in the Hampstead area just 4 miles from beautiful Topsail Island. A large open space hosts 2nd Friday Opening Receptions each month at 6pm.

Our next 2nd Friday Opening will be on February 8th and will feature a “Masks Benefit for the Foundation for Hospice.” Almost eighty masks will be on display and will be auctioned off in March to benefit the Hospice, which is located in Jacksonville, NC. We represent over 40 local and regional fine artists in our member’s gallery and offer local arts and crafts in our gift shop. ArtExposure presently has studio space rented to seven working artists. In addition, there is a frame shop and small art supply store. New classes and regular art classes and studio time on our website. Yoga classes meet Saturday at 9am in the loft. Walk-ins are welcome to this gentle yoga class.

CAPE FEAR NATIVE 114 Princess St. • (910) 465-8811 Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. www.capefearnative.com For the month of January, we are running a “Yes We Can Can” auction benefiting Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard. For a canned good or a $1 donation, you will be able to bid on a variety of products, including sail bags, art, photos, pottery, jewelry, wood crafts and books. Bidding continues until January 22.

Cape Fear Native features the works of local artists and craftspeople inspired by nature.

Come by and support your local creative community.

several blocks to print different tones of the same color; also : a print made by this tech1319 Military Cutoff Rd. Ste. II • 910-509- nique; 4: the interplay of light and shadow on or as if on a surface; 5: the quality of being 4289 http://figmentsgallery.com veiled or partly in shadow Tues.-Fri.: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Enjoy exploring the many styles and subFigments Gallery offers a fresh mix of ject matter that employ this use of contrast eclectic work from local and international in setting the mood and tone of each piece. artists of all genres. Come by for an Open An opening night reception TBA. House Exhibit featuring new artists on the Second Friday of every month from 6-8. It’s a great event to connect with the arts com- RIVER TO SEA GALLERY 225 S. Water St., Chandler’s Wharf munity!

Join us February 8th for our “Go Figure!” (Free parking) • (910)-763-3380 open house exhibit featuring various rendi- Tues.-Sat. 11am-5pm; Sun. 1-4pm.

River to Sea Gallery showcases the work tions of the human form. of husband and wife Tim and Rebecca Duffy Bush. In addition, the gallery represents sevHANOVER GALLERY 200 Hanover St., CFCC parking deck, first eral local artists. The current show is sure to enthrall visitors with its eclectic collection level 910-362-7431 of original paintings, photography, sculpture, Tues. and Thurs., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. glass, pottery and jewelry.

Wed., 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Our current exhibit “Morning Has BroA student-produced exhibition is now on ken” features works by Janet Parker. Come display in the CFCC Hanover Gallery. Stusee Janet’s bold use of color and texture to dents from a number of classes and discireveal local marsh creeks and structures. plines joined forces to curate and exhibit their own works under the guidance of their Experience Wilmington through the eyes of instructors. All decisions were made and ex- a local!

FIGMENTS GALLERY

ecuted by the students. The process was a unique educational experience for those enrolled in our art programs. This show will be up through the end of December.

Gallery will resume a normal 4th Friday exhibition schedule in January. For more information, contact bguthrie@cfcc.edu or 362-7431.

NEW ELEMENTS GALLERY

SUNSET RIVER MARKETPLACE 10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Tues.- Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. sunsetrivermarketplace.com This eclectic, spacious gallery, located in the historic fishing village of Calabash, NC, features fine arts and crafts by some

of North and South Carolina’s most creative, successful artists. Almost every genre is represented here—oil, pastel and watercolor, clay and glass art, fiber art, turned wood, metal works, artisan-crafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio, custom framing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee with the Author series are also offered onsite.

WILMINGTON ART ASSOCIATION

120. S. Second St. Mon.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. www.wilmington-art.org Exercise Your Brain! Sign up now for our 3-day Figurative Workshop with Joanne Anderson starting January 28th. Joanne is a nationally known figurative artist featured in Watercolor Magazine and a signature member of the American Watercolor Society. She has extensive teaching and workshop experience in all media. Details and Sign up are available on the WAA website at: http://www. wilmingtonart.org/index.php?c=learning or call Cheryl McGraw, 470-0217.

Stop by our new permanent exhibit gallery space soon at the historic Hannah Block USO building at 120 South Second Street in downtown Wilmington. Art work changes monthly so drop by and see what’s new, the gallery has great north light! Receptions will be held on 4th Friday evenings from 6 to 9pm.

Call for Artists to enter the 31st Annual Spring Show during the Azalea Festival. See the details and prospectus on the website.

201 Princess St. • (919) 343-8997 Tues.-Sat.: 11 a.m.-6p.m. (or by appt.) newelementsgallery.com Chasing Light and Shadow will be opening at New Elements Gallery on January 11th and will continue to be on display through February 22nd. A collection of varied works by the gallery’s artists, the exhibition will include paintings, original prints and sculpture with a study of the interplay of light and shadow. “Chiaroscuro” is a term frequently used in the art world to describe this phenomenon. From the Merriam-Webster dictionary: 1: pictorial representation in terms of light and shade without regard to color; 2a : the arrangement or treatment of light and dark parts in a pictorial work of art; b : the interplay or contrast of dissimilar qualities (as of mood or character); 3: a 16th century woodcut technique involving the use of encore | january 16-22, 2013 | www.encorepub.com 13

unmistakable:

//MUSIC

Brooklyn’s The Argentine puts out a sound unlike any other er

by Bethany Turn e in nt The Arge y 19th • 9 p.m.

Saturday, Januar Lounge Satellite Bar and St. 120 Greenfield nandlounge.com www.satellitebar

shows of the week Tea Leaf Green

Soapbox Laundro-Lounge

T

he self-proclaimed products

of the recession (a positive turn of events: there’s a lot more time to milk the imagination when one is out of work) are crafting a sound unlike any other on the indie circuit today. Brooklyn, New York-bred The Argentine combines driving piano rhythms, wailing jazz instrumentals, elements of tribal drums, and rousing yet haunting banjos to make music that is almost otherworldly. Each song from the band has its own personality, but an encompassing theme prevails as a commentary on our day and age.

Despite being so-called products of the MP3 generation, they’re returning to the days of creating albums which are meant to be listened to as a whole work. Flowing together, tracks one through eight of their self-titled debut record—produced by Bill Moriarty (Dr. Dog, The Sheepdogs, Lotus, Josh Ritter)— speak to the wayward times of the past few years. Lyrics within the very first track, such as, “The sun disappeared and the fog in the morning grew gray,” set the stage for a gripping and inquisitive piece of art.

The Argentine comprises Mike Cades (guitar, piano, banjo, vocal), Tim Graves (guitar), Gary Guarinello (drums), Tara Haggerty (bass), and Philip Panos (piano, guitar, vocal). encore had the opportunity to speak with Cades and Graves about their 2011 release and how their music came to be so unique. encore (e): Tell me how the band came together.

Mike Cades (MC): I think in many ways we’re a product of the recession. I lost my job (along with half the people I know) in early 2009. A few months after that, my friends started reminding me of the considerable amount of time I had spent complaining about not having any time to play music while I was working.

So, I put an ad out on Craigslist and met Tara and Philip; Tim was a friend of a friend who was dating Gary’s cousin at the time. I think at that time, Tim was the only one of us who had steady work, so we had a lot of time to practice and flesh out ideas.

INCOMPARABLE INDIE: The Argentine, an

act with its own personality and fitting no genre mold, will perform at The Satellite this Saturday.

Courtesy photo

an excellent sense of rhythm, so he basically makes up for all of our musical shortcomings. Overall, I think we achieve the sound we have by knowing each other’s styles. Tara’s bass playing and my guitar favor rhythm over melody, while Mike and Philip’s playing tend to be more melodically inclined. Gary is good at finding rhythmic elements that aren’t being expressed by other instruments. I think that, by this point, each of us has a sense of each other’s playing, and we are able to write our parts in order to complement the other players. e: Tell me about your experience recording with Bill Moriarty.

MC: We all loved the Dr. Dog records and were working with similar instrumentation (piano, guitars, etc.). I had friends from high school who had worked with Bill in the past and highly recommended him. It was a great experience!

He was very direct about what was working and what wasn’t, and kept us on task in a way we often are not capable of doing ourselves.

We loved the way the record came out and Bill was a huge part of that.

e: You say the album is intended to be listened to as a whole. Explain why and your concept.

MC: Despite some of the disparate sounds of the album, we had a vision early on of what we wanted the end-product to sound like. Of course, we’re all products of the MP3 generation and have the same tendencies to skip from song to song and not necessarily listen to an album from start to finish. While being guilty of this myself, I really love albums like “Hare: How do you all complement each other’s vest” [Neil Young], or “Mutations” [Beck], strengths and weaknesses?

“Sumday” by Grandaddy, and “The Moon and Tim Graves (TG): Philip has perfect pitch and Antarctica” [Modest Mouse] that sound like 14 encore | january 16-22, 2013 | www.encorepub.com

complete works of art with an overarching idea and sound.

In terms of concept, most of these songs were written in 2009 and 2010, when it felt like the country/world was in a complete free fall.

My life, and the lives of my friends, mirrored this reality and the songs reflect that, some more melodramatically than others. e: Your sound is so varied. What musicians influence you all?

MC: When we started working on these songs, I had completely hit a wall in terms of writing songs for the guitar and was fascinated by the possibilities of the piano. I had inherited one from my grandmother the year before and found a book of blues and jazz standards in the piano bench, which I began aggressively stealing chord progressions from. At the same time I was totally obsessed with Elvis Costello’s “Almost Blue” and Duke Ellington’s “I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good)” (the Nina Simone version is incredible!) and started learning those progressions which are all based in sevenths, and these lovely diminished and augmented chords. Learning even a little about that style of writing opened all sorts of doors. e: How has Brooklyn affected you as musicians?

TG: I can’t speak for Mike’s songwriting, but I don’t feel a strong influence from geography in our playing. Despite the glut of bands from Brooklyn, we have found few, if any, with which we feel a real musical kinship. Some exceptions are Pearl and the Beard and Sharon Van Etten, and St. Vincent (a Manhattanite, but who’s counting?). e: What are your big plans for 2013?

MC: We’re in the final stages of mixing for a new EP we hope to release in the next month or so. It’s got a similar sound but is a bit more aggressive. We’re really excited.

255 N. Front St. 1/16, 8 p.m. • $12-18 Tea Leaf Green, a San Francisco-based rock quintet, has worked with producer Jeremy Black (Apollo Sunshine) and performed at SXSW. Vocalist Trevor Garrod enthralls in the vein of Neil Young and Elton John, while his band members pour layers of quality strings and rhythms to build a timeless, enjoyable, dynamic sound.

Ben Cosgrove

Bottega Art & Wine 208 N. Front St.

1/22, 7 p.m. • Free Ben Cosgrove, currently based in Cambridge, Massachussetts, is a composer, pianist and multi-instrumentalist. He crafts his work with everything from piano, guitar and ukulele to accordion and bowed wine glasses.

Cosgrove has written scores for film, radio, theater and television. He has been a supporting artist for David Berkeley, Charlie Christos and Clint Miller, in which instances he wielded the keys, upright and electric bass, mandolin, trombone, and more. Cosgrove is a compelAll weekly music is listed on the soundboard pages.

Blockade Runner Beach Resort and Thalian Association present

THALIAN ASSOCIATION IN REVIEW Celebrating 225 years of live theater

LIVE @ BAC

January 20, 2013 Located at the Blockade Runner, Wrightsville Beach Cocktails at 6:30 p.m.

Dinner and Cabaret Show at 7:00 p.m. $35 prix-fixe dinner $20 cover charge to benefit Thalian Association and Thalian Association Children’s Theater RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED 910-256-2251

For Tickets and more information

BrooklynArtsNC.com 910-538-2939 There is abundant FREE PARKING on North 4th St., or you can park in Historic Downtown Wilmington, two minutes away, and take the free trolley.

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BLACKBOARD SPECIALS

soundboard

a preview of tunes all over town this week —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 RICHARD SMITH & JULIE ADAMS 7:30PM (DUO)

THURSDAY LIVE MUSIC

$300 Bombs

JANUARY 24th Wilmington Bluegrass & Old Time Music Show featuring END OF THE LINE, BIG AL HALL AND HIS BARE HANDS, MASONBORO SOUND, POSSUM CREEK

$3 NC Brew Bottles

JANUARY 31st The Hometown Hootenanny featuring BOOTLEG DYNASTY, NO DOLLAR SHOES, and POSSUM CREEK

$4 Select Shooters

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. BULLS ON PARADE

$2 PBR Pub Cans

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

FRIDAY

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

$6 Margarita Pitchers $350 23oz. Pilsner Drafts

—The Pub at Sweet and Savory, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; 679-8101 JACK JACK 180

SATURDAY $2 Bud & Bud Lt. Bottles $3 Wells

Looking for local bands to play in Brooklyn Call 910-538-2939 for dates 516 North 4th Street 910.538.2939 brooklynartsnc.com

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

YO MAMA’S SO BAD: On Sunday, January 20th, Wilmingtonians will be able to catch Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band live at The Whiskey. Courtesy photo

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16

265 North Front St. (910) 763-0141

RON WILSON, RICK OLSEN, BILL BOLDUC 8PM —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 BRAXTON’S BAR —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 OPEN MIC WITH SEAN THOMAS GERARD —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 2518500 KARAOKE W/ ASHLEY

1423 S. 3rd St. • 763-1607

New Outdoor Patio Seating!

MONDAY 2.50 Budweiser Draft $ 4 Wells 65¢ wings, 4-7 p. m.

—Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 DJBE EXTREME KARAOKE

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

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

$

TUESDAY djBe KARAOKE

8:30 p.m.

1/2 off Wine Botles & $4 Magner’s Irish Cider

WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAY 2.50 Yuengling Draft $ 2.50 Domestic Bottles 65¢ wings, 4-7 p. m.

4 20 oz. Guinness Pints

$

$

THURSDAY

TRIVIA w/Steve 8:30 p.m. • PRIZES! $ 2.50 Yuengling Drafts

THURSDAY 3.00 Sweet Josie $ 4.00 Margaritas

$

FRIDAY

LIVE IRISH MUSIC Inquire for details

FRIDAY $ 3 Pint of the Day

SATURDAY

djBe KARAOKE 9 p.m. $

2 PBR Longnecks

SUNDAY

IRISH BRUNCH 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $ 4 Bloody Mary’s and Mimosa’s

$

SATURDAY 5 Sangria & Mimosa’s

SUNDAY 5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosa’s *Drink specials run all day

$

N. Water Street & Walnut Street Downtown Wilmington 910-762-4354

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—Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393 TEA LEAF GREEN, HOUSE OF FOOLS

Plc.,256-0115 COLLEGE NIGHT W/ DJ PRUITT & DJ SBZ —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington ROLLING TRIVIA —Five Star Tavern, 106 N. 2nd St.; 762-1533 OPEN MIC —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 OPEN MIC —Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373 OPEN MIC NIGHT (8PM) —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 BINGO —High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Bch; 458-0807 KARAOKE —Reggie’s, 1415 S. 42nd St. DJ SHAFT

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

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

—Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 THE SUMMIT W/ GOOD LUCK VARSITY AND SECOND BASE COUNTS

—Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 NATE GORDON

—Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17

—The Pub at Sweet and Savory, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; 679-8101 JEREMY NORRIS

FRIED LOT

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

—Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion

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

TOM NOONAN —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 KARAOKE —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 256-2269 ROCKIN’ TRIVIA WITH PARTY GRAS DJ (9 P.M.)

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 CHILLING DIXIE —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 DJ DANE BRITT —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 SONGWRITER OPEN MIC WITH JEFF ECKER (10PM-2AM)

—Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 TRIVIA

—Lazy Pirate Sports Bar and Grill, 701 N. Lake Park Blvd., Carolina Beach; 458-5414 GUITARIST MARK LYNCH (10:30AM1:30PM)

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 TRIVIA WITH STEVE (8:30PM)

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

—The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 ACOUSTIC BLUES JAM

—Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109 COMEDY OPEN MIC

—Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St.

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

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 DJ MILK —Pravda; 23 N. Front St., Wilmington KARAOKE WITH MIKE NORRIS —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 COMEDY OPEN MIC —Browncoat Pub and Theatre, 111 Grace St.; 341-0001 NO DOLLAR SHOES —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 OVERTYME —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 JENNY PEARSON

—Blockade Runner Beach Resort, 275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2251 KARAOKE W/ JEREMY NORRIS —Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393 TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC JAM SESSION —The Dubliner, 1756 Carolina Beach Road KARAOKE W/ JEREMY NORRIS —Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393 DJBE EXTREME KARAOKE (9PM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 SEAN GREGORY

—Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 VISION VINE —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 MIKE O’DONNELL —Holiday Inn Resort (Oceanfront Terrace), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 THE HATCH BROTHERS —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 YO MAMA’S BIG FAT BOOTY BAND —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 CLAY CROTTS —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 FOLKSTAR —Orton’s Underground, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878 BLUEGRASS JAM —Ted’s Fun on the River, 2 Castle St. VELCRO BAND —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 DAVID DIXON TRIO —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040 MACHINE GUN —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 FULL DISH 7PM —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 MASONBORO SOUND

523-5621 CHRIS LUTHER (JAZZ)

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 OPEN MIC W/ JOHN INGRAM

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

—Wired on Wrightsville, 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977 KARAOKE WITH MIKE NORRIS

—Elijah’s, 2 Ann St.; 343-1448 BEHIND THE GARAGE MUSIC 10PM —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 DJ BATTLE —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 PERRY SMITH (BRUNCH 12-2) —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 DRURY LANE (MUSICAL COMEDY) —Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.; 632-2241 BADFISH - REDEMPTION —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 MANDEE MELENDEZ, DJ PAUL, HAJI P. —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 2518500 SATELLITE BLUEGRASS BAND —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St.; 399-2796 TRAVIS SHALLOW —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 YO MAMA’S BIG FAT BOOTY BAND —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

MONDAY, JANUARY 21 OPEN MIC AND COMICS JAM

—The Pub at Sweet and Savory, 2012 Eastwood Rd.; 679-8101 KRUGER BROTHERS

—Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 ELECTRIC MONDAY’S W/ PRUITT

—Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.; 632-2241 JOHN MCCLELLAN, ZAC BROWN (COMEDY)

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

—Playhouse 211, 4320 Southport Supply Rd. Ste 1, St. James; 200-7785 DJ GLENN& DJ LEE PEARSON —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 BACHELLOR, THE COASTAL COLLECTIVE, AMIR, T-TODD, DA LUCA, CHOX MAK, LOUIS T AND HAJI P

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 PENGO WITH BEAU GUNN —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 DJ RICHTERMEISTER

—The Coastal Roaster, 5954 Carolina Beach Rd.; 399-4701 DIXIELAND ALLSTARS —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212 KARAOKE WITH DJ PARTY GRAS —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Center Dr.; 509-0805 COLLEGE NIGHT KARAOKE —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 DIXIELAND ALLSTARS —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23 KARAOKE W/ ASHLEY —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street; 523-5621 RON WILSON, RICK OLSEN, BILL BOLDUC 8PM —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 OPEN MIC WITH SEAN THOMAS GERARD —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 MYKEL BARBEE

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 2563838 KYLE LINDLEY, SEAN RICHARDSON, ANTHONY GARGUITO —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.; 538-2939 CHRIS BELLAMY 6:30

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

—Tamashii, 4039 Masonboro Loop Rd.; 703-7253 JOSH SOLOMON & OPEN MIC

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

—Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 MIKE IRIE, THE WOODS

—Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 WILMINGTON CONCERT ASSOC., “THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO”

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20

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

—Deluxe, 114 Market St., 251-0333 OPEN ELECTRIC JAM (AMPS AND DRUMS PROVIDED)@4:00PM —Locals Tavern, 6213 -D Market Street;

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 JESSE STOCKTON AND TOM SHAW —Lagerheads, 35 North Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Bch; 256-0171 OPEN MIC/KARAOKE —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 SUPER JAM OPEN MIC W/ JONNY REINERTH

Monday 2 Miller Lite • $3 Fat Tire

$ 50

$ 3 Harpoon IPA Pints 4 Rum & Coke • Wings on Special

$

Tuesday 2 Yuengling • $3 Bells Two Hearted $ 3 Natty Greene’s Red Nose $ 5 Jameson • $7 Burgers

$ 50

Wednesday “South of the Border Hump Day” $ 3 Dos Equis • $4 Margaritas $ 4 shots of Jose • $7 Nachos $ 7 Chicken Quesadilla Thirsty Thursday $ 50 2 PBR 16oz cans • $350 All Drafts $ 5 Red Bull & Vodka 50¢ Steamed Oysters & Shrimp

Friday 2 Miller Lite • $325 Stella • $4 Fireball

$ 75

Saturday 2 Coors Lite • $325 Sierra Nevada $ 5 Baby Guinness

$ 75

Sunday 3 Corona/Corona Light $ 10 Domestic Buckets (5 bottles) $ 4 Mimosas • $4 Bloody Marys Steamed Platters $18/$35 $

Friday and Saturday Live music in the courtyard Rooftop opens at 6 p.m.

NFL SUNDAY TICKET $3 Domestic Schooners $2 Domestic Drafts $9.99 All You Can Eat Wings at the Bar 1/2 Priced Select Appetizers at the Bar

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It’s not always easy to put into words, which is a challenge, since my job is writing about film. Often times it’s the intangibles that make the difference between something that is very well done and something exceptional. Little things you can’t always put your finger on.

That is what I exhaustively struggled with after seeing the new thriller “Zero Dark Thirty.” It’s a very good film, one that’s being discussed as the frontrunner in several major film competitions as the best picture of the year. Yet, I’m having trouble agreeing with that assessment.

Expectations can often be an albatross around the neck of a film. After hearing praise being heaped upon the latest from Oscar-winner Kathryn Bigelow (“The Hurt Locker”), it was difficult not to expect something grand. While “Zero Dark Thirty” is a very well-executed thriller, it’s not a particularly engaging one.

The film chronicles the 10-year hunt for Osama bin Laden and the CIA operative who makes the search her personal priority. Maya (Jessica Chastain) is a focused and driven agent who tirelessly works to find connections that will bring them to the terrorist leader. The film opens with an exceptionally clever way at handling 9/11 and the impact it had on the nation. Within two minutes, that unmistakable sense of tragedy and loss permeated the theater.

Then, it cuts ahead a few years to the interrogation of a suspected al Qaeda operative. An interrogation that features some brutal techniques and some downright disgusting treatment. Much like “The Hurt Locker,” Bigelow doesn’t try to over-dramatize these moments or heighten them. She lets the stark imagery and horrid behavior speak for itself: watching another man beaten and water-boarded. It’s an uncomfortable sight. What’s just as disconcerting is how the characters inflicting this violence seem unaffected. Their job is to extract information, and they sink to terrible depths to try and unearth it. There’s some real impact to these scenes; it paints the protagonist in a particularly unpleasant light.

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ters, never really holding long enough to be invested in any of them. Maya joins a team searching for leads in Pakistan and Afghanistan. The amount of data they have to sort through and dots they need to connect are staggering. “Zero Dark Thirty” does a great job of making the manhunt seem monumental. The difficulties involved, from gathering raw data to dealing with the politics of the war on terror, create a series of obstacles that Maya must clear. On top of it all, Maya and her colleagues become targets for terrorist cells, which makes navigating the territory much more difficult.

I liked this movie. It’s very well done, but it’s sorely lacking in a few areas. The procedural style Bigelow chose for the story has some benefits: It’s melodrama-free and does not spend time weighing judgments on the characters or their actions. This isn’t a morality tale; in fact, it’s pretty much the opposite of a morality tale. There are no morals here, just flawed human beings with a job to do and almost zero apprehension in the techniques they employ to see it done. Often times the characters seeking out the terrorists seem remarkably similar in their ruthlessness. Yet, there is no real humanity to them.

Jessica Chastain is a fine actress, but her role feels strangely familiar. Maybe if I hadn’t seen Claire Danes in “Homeland” Chastain would have felt more original. The determined young operative who pushes herself to the limits to find a target has been done. Maya’s only real character trait is persistence; she has very little to do other than be determined. There’s so little fragility or

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vulnerability to her; she’s practically a robot.

Even in the film’s final moments when they give her that moment of release, it feels obligatory and poorly timed. Bigelow spends the final frames trying to tell us that this is one woman’s story, but the rest of the film is a scattershot and often schizophrenic.

As a procedural drama, “Zero Dark Thirty” works. It’s a fascinating look at the massive effort staged to hunt down one man.

The third act is almost perfect. There, we briefly meet the team tasked with storming the compound where bin Laden was holed up. Chris Pratt is by far the standout performance in this movie as a Navy SEAL All area movie listings and paragraph synopses member and serves as the only relatable can be found at encorepub.com. character. He has a small arc in the third act which feels more human and more com- ings. Each movie represents two distinct plete than anything else in the film. I think types of storytelling—almost a litmus test that’s what I was missing: something or for the type of movies people prefer. Do you someone to relate to. like the deadpan, stark type of story that As an American, I understand the outrage Bigelow presents—unpretentious, direct brought up by 9/11. To a degree, I under- and melodrama free? Or Affleck’s more austand the mania surrounding bin Laden’s dience-friendly traditional storytelling, commanhunt. The movie does such a good job of plete with a runway chase scene at the end detailing the what, but it’s piss-poor in deliv- for added impact? I prefer the latter. I like the ering me the “who.” Who are these people? soft approach Bigelow took to tell this story, Why do they do what they do? but it feels so removed emotionally I found Bigelow’s approach to telling this story myself uninterested in the characters and is less emotionally effective and more akin felt no investment in their mission. to a documentary-style reenactment than There’s a lot to like in “Zero Dark Thirty,” a story-driven narrative. Its random scenes but it’s a movie that feels like it could have strung together sometimes jumping several tried harder. Technically, it’s exceptionally years. There’s no cohesion and very little for well done. Emotionally, it’s pretty vacant. the audience to invest in.

Sure, you will have a strong reaction to I couldn’t help but draw comparisons to the opening scene and depictions of torBen Affleck’s excellent “Argo,” a movie that ture. And the final act where they storm the took real-life scenarios and made it into a compound is pretty thrilling. However, the compelling thriller. Where “Zero Dark Thir- middle is just a collection of moments that ty” pulls back and is blunt in its approach, will do little to draw in audiences. Like the “Argo” added a little bit of cheese and tried title, “Zero Dark Thirty” is nebulous and unto force some added drama to the proceed- defined. encore | january 16-22, 2013 | www.encorepub.com 21

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Book Talk: The Bible Salesman

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The MLK Jr. Celebration Committee is proud to continue its work in the honor of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The activities surrounding this celebration continue to be an important educational and communitybuilding event here in Wilmington. Sponsorship opportunities for the weeklong celebration are available (763-4138). This parade will feature floats, marching bands, horse riders, drill teams, clowns, motor bikes, go-carts, fire depts., federal, state and local elected officials, as well as many local businesses and organizations. A registration form is available online, with a fee of $75 per unit. All public educational institutions, federal, state, city and county agencies will be exempt from the application fee. Only the first 150 applicants will be considered for parade participation. The county health department will dispense free flu shots, and Driving for Change will hold a bone marrow drive along the parade route.

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Join author and musician Clyde Edgerton in a lively discussion of his book, “The Bible Salesman.” Preston Clearwater has been a criminal since stealing two chain saws and 1,600 pairs of aviator sunglasses from the army during the Second World War. Back on the road in postwar North Carolina, now a member of a car-theft ring, he picks up hitchhiking Henry Dampier, an innocent 20-year-old Bible salesman. Clearwater immediately recognizes Henry as smart but gullible, just the associate he needs. During his hilarious and scary adventures, Henry grapples with doubts about the Bible’s accuracy, and we learn of his fundamentalist upbringing, an upbringing that doesn’t prepared him for his new life. As he falls in love with the captivating Marleen Green and questions his religious training, Henry begins to see he’s being used—that he is on his own in a way he never imagined. Talks are free and open to the public, but seating is limited. An optional lunch for $15.00 follows the talk in the Latimer House Tea Room. Food prepared by Jester’s Java. Call for reservations for the talk and/or lunch at 910-762-0492. Dead-

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StriperFest Education Day will feature fun activities that focus on the Cape Fear River’s incredible anadromous fish and the importance of fishery restoration. For adults, the Fisheries Science forum starts at 10am. At 11am, family activities include building a model of a rock arch rapids like the one at Lock & Dam #1 on our Cape Fear River; making a mobile of the anadromous fish found in the Cape Fear River; using a cane pole and a magnet to catch a fish and see if you can identify them; learning Gyotaku – the Japanese art of fish printing; explore the internal and external anatomy of fish; designing your own fish

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The North Carolina Azalea Festival Pre-Festival Party at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside will feature the funky party music of Sleeping Booty, heavy hors d’oeurves, and beer and wine. A cash cocktail bar will also be available. Hotel packages available for $200 (includes two tickets and a room).

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With their beginnings on the streets of Munich 37 years ago and now with 15 albums to their credit, The Kruger Brothersconsist of Jens Kruger (banjo, harmony vocals), Uwe Kruger (guitar, lead and harmony vocals) and Joel Landsberg (bass, harmony vocals). One of the most innovative ensembles active in Americana music today, the trio’s repertoire ranges from traditional clawhammer tunes to their Appalachian Concerto collaboration with classical

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507 Castle Street (910) 343-5200

Wilmington Wine

Small boutique wine shop spe cializing in hand-picked wines from around the world. A cozy neighborhood setting with free Friday wine tastings 5-8 p.m.

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Brunch specialties, benedicts, bagels, breakfast sandwiches: served 8 a.m. ‘til 11:30 a.m.

Mon. through Fri.; all day Sat. and Sun. Enjoy lunch until 3 p.m.!

607 Castle Street (910) 763-6555 www.jesterscafe.com

Jesters Cafe

Two businesses under one roof.

Antique furniture, elegant glass, silver, pottery, framed art, vintage jewelry 555 & 553 Castle Street (910) 815-6788

Castle Corner Antiques

Wilmington’s new antique shopping district. Sterling, furniture, glassware, collectibles, toys, hand made rugs, lamps and light fixtures. Lamps, lighting parts, and shades. Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 1-6.

539 Castle Street (910) 763-0300

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605 Castle St. (910) 202-4749 www.wilmingtonwineshop.com

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this celebration continue to be an important educational and communitybuilding event here in Wilmington. Sponsorship opportunities for the weeklong celebration are available (763-4138). This parade will feature floats, marching bands, horse riders, drill teams, clowns, motor bikes, go-carts, fire depts., federal, state and local elected officials, as well as many local businesses and organizations. A registration form is available online, with a fee of $75 per unit. All public educational institutions, federal, state, city and county agencies will be exempt from the application fee. Only the first 150 applicants will be considered for parade participation. The county health department will dispense free flu shots, and Driving for Change will hold a bone marrow drive along the parade route.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24TH

Book Talk: The Bible Salesman The Latimer House, 126 South 3rd Street, 11 a.m.

Free; $15 for lunch afterward www.hslcf.org • 762-0492

Join author and musician Clyde Edgerton in a lively discussion of his book, “The Bible Salesman.” Preston Clearwater has been a criminal since stealing two chain saws and 1,600 pairs of aviator sunglasses from the army during the Second World War. Back on the road in postwar North Carolina, now a member of a car-theft ring, he picks up hitchhiking Henry Dampier, an innocent 20-year-old Bible salesman. Clearwater immediately recognizes Henry as smart but gullible, just the associate he needs. During his hilarious and scary adventures, Henry grapples with doubts about the Bible’s accuracy, and we learn of his fundamentalist upbringing, an upbringing that doesn’t prepared him for his new life. As he falls in love with the captivating Marleen Green and questions his religious training, Henry begins to see he’s being used—that he is on his own in a way he never imagined. Talks are free and open to the public, but seating is limited. An optional lunch for $15.00 follows the talk in the Latimer House Tea Room. Food prepared by Jester’s Java. Call for reservations for the talk and/or lunch at 910-762-0492. Deadline for reservations is the Monday before each talk. Payment for lunch is due at time of reservation.

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FOX & HOUND Drive 920 Town Center (910) 509-0805

Fox and Hound offers Ultimate Nachos: rainbow chips with black beans, Cheddar & Monterey Jack cheeses, lettuce, jalapenos, tomatoes, black olives, green onions and sour cream.

Available with chicken or chili or both.

AMERICAN BLUEWATER

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

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

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

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

CATCH

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee 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

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Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand Crafted seasonal desserts from DeLovely Desserts. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and Monday-Saturday 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place!

Award winning wings and 20 signature sauces and seasonings. Plus…salads, wraps, flatbreads, burgers, and more. Tons of Big screen TVs and all your favorite sports.

We have daily drink specials, a HUGE draft selection, and Free Trivia all day every day. Come in for our Weekday Lunch Specials, only $5.99 from 11am-2pm. Visit us for Wing Tuesdays with 50 cent wings all day long, or Boneless Thursdays with 60 cent boneless wings all day long.

Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to dine in or take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: MondaySaturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

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

HALLIGAN’S PUBLIC HOUSE

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.” Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous 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.

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

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

HENRY’S

A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com.

HOLIDAY INN RESORT

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

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

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

K’S CAFE

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

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

A variety of choices will be on the menu such as Shrimp and Grits and Eggs Benedict. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Give K’s Cafe a try...you won’t be sorry. 420 Eastwood Rd., Unit 109, 791-6995. Find us on Facebook.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: 7 DAYS A WEEK. Monday - Friday. 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. And Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Ever-changing brunch ■ WEBSITE: www.ks-cafe.net

THE LITTLE DIPPER

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street. (910) 2510433.

■ SERVING DINNER: Open every day at 5 p.m.

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

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 in-

gredients 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 takehome frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com

TROLLY STOP

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

CLOSED MON. AND TUES. (910) 256-1421.

4502 Fountain Drive, (910) 452-3952. Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Sunday; South Howe St. in Southport, open Tuesday thru Fri. 11 until 3, Sat. 11 until 4 CLOSED SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS (910) 457-7017. Catering cart available all year from $350. Call Steve at (910) 520-5994.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

ASIAN SZECHUAN 132

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

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

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

HIRO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

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

are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6 p.m., where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

■ WEBSITE: hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/ hibachi

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

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

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Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

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

TAMASHII SUSHI AND SPOONS

The area’s first sustainably-sourced Sushi and Asian Fusion restaurant features sushi and tasting spoons which offer portions of poke, tartare, and ceviche styles from around the world. Our chef uses locally sourced and line-caught offerings of only the highest quality to create a fresh flavor like no other. Come sample his traditional sushi, as well as signature fusion rolls like the Aloha Roll, made with tempura shrimp, toasted coconut, crispy bacon, charred pineapple and macadamia nut brittle. Our contemporary atmosphere also showcases dishes from our full kitchen such as Miso-Mustard Sterling Silver Pork and small plate offerings. Try a Wasabi or Thai Basil martini or a wine, craft beer, or sake from our unique fullbar list. Tuesdays you can get a half-carafe for the price of a glass! We are located at 4039 Masonboro Loop Road, suite 1A at the junction of Navajo Road in Masonboro Commons. Open from 4:30 to 10:00 Monday through Thursday, and until 11:00 on Friday and Saturday. Just drop in or call 910-703-SAKE for a reservation. Every Tuesday, all night, ladies night. $5 Appetizer Specials, $7 Drink Specials, $2 Spoons.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Lunch is served on Thursday and Friday 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Dinner is served Mon.-Th.: 4:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat: 4:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Special Lunch Menu featuring $10 combos of sushi roll and choice of soup or salad. “Green Fish” sustainable menu plus a $5 bar menu Monday - Friday 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.sushiandspoons.com

THAI SPICE

From the flavorfully mild to the fiery spiced, Thai Spice customers are wooed by the dish that’s made to their specifications. Featuring a tasteful menu of traditional Thai standards to numerous delectable house specials, it’s quickly becoming the local favorite for Thai cuisine. This family-run restaurant is sure to win you over. If you haven’t discovered this gem, come in and be charmed.

Whether it be a daytime delight, or an evening indulgence, your visit will make you look forward to your return. Located in Monkey Junction at 5552 Carolina Beach Rd., Ste. G. (910) 791-0044 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tue.-Th.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun.: 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

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

INDIAN TANDOORI BITES

Located on College Road, just opposite Hugh MacRae Park, Tandoori Bites offers fine Indian cuisine at affordable prices. Try one of 74 dishes on their lengthy menu, featuring a large range of side dishes and breads. They have specialties, such as lamb korma with nuts, spices and herbs in a mild creamy sauce, as well as seafood, like shrimp biryani with saffron-flavored rice, topped with the shellfish and nuts. They also have many vegetarian dishes, including mutter paneer, with garden peas and homemade paneer, or baingan bharta with baked eggplant, flamed and sautéed with onions, garlic and ginger.

Join their cozy eatery, where a far east escape awaits all diners, among a staff of friendly and helpful servers, as well as chefs who bring full-flavored tastes straight from their homeland. Located at 1620 South College Road, (910) 794-4540.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.tandooribites.net.

IRISH THE HARP

The Harp offers the finest in traditional Irish family recipes served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. We are proud to use the freshest, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible to bring you and yours the best of traditional Irish fare! We also offer a fully stocked bar featuring your favorite Irish beer and spirits. Located just beside Greenfield Lake Park in downtown Wilmington is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish food and music to the Cape Fear area.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER Monday-Friday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sat 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD Greenfield Park ■ FEATURING Home-made desserts, ½ priced bottles of wine on Tuesday and the best pint of Guinness in town.

■ MUSIC Live music every Fri.; Live Irish music 1st Fri. of each month.

■ WEBSITE www.harpwilmington.com

ITALIAN A TASTE OF ITALY

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

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.ncatasteofitaly.com

EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its diverse menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizzas. Its American influences include tasty burgers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16 oz. Marinated Rib Eye Steak. Romanelli’s offers patio dining and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

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

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

A Wilmington favorite since 1987! At Elizabeth’s you’ll find authentic Italian cuisine, as well as some of your American favorites. Offering delicious pizza, salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts, beer, and wine. Elizabeth’s is known for their fresh ingredients, where even the bread is baked fresh daily. A great place for lunch, dinner, a late night meal, or take out. Elizabeth’s can also cater your event and now has a party room available. Visit us 4304 ½ Market St or call 910-2511005 for take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.elizabethspizzawilmington. com.

PIZZETTA’S PIZZERIA

Family-owned and operated by Sicilian cousins Sal and Vito, Pizzetta’s Pizzeria has become Wilmington’s favorite place for homey, authentic Italian fare served with precision and flavor like none other. Made daily from family recipes, folks will enjoy hand-tossed pizzas——gourmet to traditional——specialty heroes and pastas, homemade soups and desserts, and even daily blackboard specials. Something remains tempting for every palate, whether craving one of their many pies or a heaping of eggplant parm, strombolis and calzones, or the famed Casa Mia (penne with sautéed mushrooms, ham, peas in a famous meat

sauce with cream). Just save room for their buttery, melt-in-your-mouth garlic knots! Ending the meal with their pastry chef’s carefully crafted cannolis, Tiramisu or gourmet cheesecake, alongside a cup of freshly made espresso or cappuccino, literally makes a perfect end to one unforgett able and desirable meal. Located in Anderson Square at 4107 Oleander Dr., Unit F, Wilmington (910799-4300) or coming soon Pizzetta’s II, 1144 Cutler’s Crossing, Leland (in Brunswick Forest next to Lowe’s).

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER: ILM location: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m., and Sun., noon. • Leland location: Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m. -11 p.m.; Sun., noon - 9:30 p.m.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.pizzettas.net

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits.

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

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT:

11:30 a.m.-3 a.m., 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

JAMAICAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Tucked in the corner of University Landing, a block from UNCW is the hidden gem of Wilmington’s international cuisine scene - Jamaica’s Comfort Zone. This family owned restaurant provides a relaxing blend of Caribbean delights – along with reggae music – served up with irrepressible smiles for miles. From traditional Jamaican breakfast to mouth-watering classic dishes such as curry goat, oxtail, jerk and curry chicken, to our specialty 4-course meals ($12.00). Cook Dana Keels, from Clarendon prepares flavors to please every palate.

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

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFE

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

910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for

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live music updates!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon Sat. 11

a.m.-2:30 p.m. and from 5-10 p.m. Closed Sunday.

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

MEXICAN LOS PRIMOS

Considered Wilmington’s first Authentic Mexican restaurant, Los Primos is quickly gaining a large following among the community. It’s entirely home cooked menu features local favorites such as tacos dorados de pollo, coctel de camarones, pozole and a selection of the best tacos a la parrilla north of Mexico. This restaurant is an absolute must for anyone who wants to taste the true favors of Mexico. Located at 3530 Carolina Beach Rd., between the two intersections of Independence Blvd. and Shipyard Blvd. (910) 859-8145 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs.: 10:30am-8pm; Fri.-Sat.: 10:30am-9pm; Sun.: 10:30am-6pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South ■ FEATURING: Chiles Rellenos, Tamales, Pollo Enchilado, Mole con Pollo, Azado de Res ■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/Restaurantprimos

ORGANIC LOVEY’S MARKET

Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for Organic and Natural groceries and supplements, or a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious and totally fresh meal or snack. Whether you are in the mood for a Veggie Burger, Hamburger or a Chicken Caesar Wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte Lovey’s Cafe’ menu. The Food Bar-which has cold salads and hot selections can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with Organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of Local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries Organic Grass-Fed and Free-Range meats and poultry. Wheat-Free and Gluten-Free products are in stock regularly, as are Vegan and Vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 am to 6 p.m.. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331.

“You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

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

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

Newly expanded.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP KITCHEN

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEAFOOD DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR

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

Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington.

Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net

EAST

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

Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

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

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

brunch.

■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

Hieronymus Seafood is the midtown stop for seafood lovers. In business for over 30 years, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by constantly providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in local seafood. It’s the place to be if you are seeking top quality attributes in atmosphere, presentations, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysteronymus and daily fresh catch specials. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering services. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2011. 5035 Market Street; 910392-6313; 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.

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

WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com

Gena Casey says. Gena and her husband Larry run the show at the Oleander Drive restaurant where people are urged to enjoy all food indigenous to the South: fried chicken, barbecue, catfish, mac‘n’cheese, mashed potatoes, green beans, chicken‘n’dumplings, biscuits and homemade banana puddin’ are among a few of many other delectable items. 5559 Oleander Drive.

(910) 798-2913.

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

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

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

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE www.fortunateglasswinebar.com

SOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET

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

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

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

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

projector TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

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. 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

seafood • steak • sushi • chinese buffet

bar & grill with over 100 items Ask about our special room for private parties!

2541 CAROLINA BEACH ROAD • 763-8808

pool until 2p.m. Monday through Friday ■ MUSIC: Trivia with Party Gras Entertainment DJ every Thursday at 9pm ■ WEBSITE: www.foxandhound.com

HELL’S KITCHEN

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

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

Monday - Thursday 4-7 p.m.

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

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take note about Jax Fifth Avenue Deli and Ale House is that it is nowhere near Fifth Avenue. This is one of the silly little glitches in nomenclature, but arriving at New Centre Drive, one can’t miss the shiny silver frame of a diner which houses the sports bar. I’m actually not a fan of the shiny diner look, but I never criticize restaurants for their exteriors. Rental space is rental space.

The interior is a different story. It features a record number of televisions per square foot and some rather cool rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia.

Their bar is also made from Cape Fear River driftwood, so what’s not to like about repurposing something of historical significance to our area? To say the least, it is a likable and comfortable room.

I chose a variety of Jax’s small pizzas during my few visits. While I waited, a remarkably friendly bartender named Eileen offered me a mason jar full of pickles. Sliced an inch-thick and an inch in diameter, the cucumbers had not been robbed of their crunch by the mild vinegar.

The pickles were a fun and memorable gimmick, far better than bars with pretzels or trailmix bowls for common consumption.

The cracker-thin crusts of the pizzas took me back to my time at the New Jersey shore. I don’t know that I’ve seen a crust that thin south of Washington, DC. For the record I enjoy all pizza crusts, from the crispy and thin variety to a classic Chicago pie. But for readers who are loyal to one crust or another, be aware that Jax doesn’t serve the thick doughy version.

I opened with a classic pepperoni. Razorthin slices of the spicy sausages added just the right amount of bite to the pizza. Clearly, the kitchen knew its way around the classics.

They also tinkered with inventive approaches to pizza. Some remained good, others plain great.

The gouda and tomato included hints of smoke from the cheese, which mellowed the acidity of the tomato in a rather nice duet. I’m not altogether sold on the use of gouda in pizza since it doesn’t melt particularly well and can result in some texture issues. But I can’t argue with the flavor profile.

I was particularly impressed with the salmon

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and caviar pizza. The potency of the fish didn’t overpower the cheese, and keeping the salmon moist in a pizza oven is no small task. The caviar came on the side for diners to regulate to their own tastes. However, I would like to point out to the nice folks at Jax that the cup I was given contained more caviar than I could eat in a month—and certainly more than anyone should ever put on a pizza. This could be a nice costcutting suggestion from your friendly reviewer.

Still, the pizza was lovely.

The big winner came with the excellent barbecue pizza. Though the sauce was a touch watery for me, I loved the pungent provolone.

Here in North Carolina we’re no strangers to seeing a barbecue version of just about everything, but not everyone does it well. Jax has this one figured out. On this pizza in particular, the crispiness of the crust stood out and added a layer of texture to counterbalance the softness of pulled pork.

Though quite sated, I still had to give a couple sandwiches a try. On return visits, I admired the restraint used on the chicken Caesar wrap. Like I’ve noted before, over-applying dressing can be a common problem in a wrap. The light coating on Jax’s version gave all the pleasant garlicky goodness of a Caesar salad with none of the mess. And the light char on the roasted chicken gave hints of the fire cooking, which I enjoy so much. In addition the sun-dried tomato tortilla lent another dimension. While tomato is hardly a traditional element in a Caesar salad, I welcomed the taste.

The French dip turned out to be an enjoyable surprise. High-quality, buttery garlic bread on which it’s served definitely tasted sinful. But the best part of it may have come from a misstep; the au jus I received tasted more like French onion soup rather than roast beef pan-drippings. If this was a mistake, no harm done because it was delicious, but if it wasn’t, then, congratulations, guys! You’re on to something. A French dip in French on-

DIP INTO PIZZA: Try either Jax’s wide-mouthed French dip or their thin-crust salmon and caviar pizza, and a s’mores pizza for dessert. Photos by Bethany Turner.

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First

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Goat Cheese & Olives - Radish meringue, whipped goat cheese, black-olive crumble, olive oil pebbles and parsley oil.

Scallops & Citrus - Slice scallops, pistachio powder, encapsulated citrus and hot stone.

Mushrooms & Oats - Fermented mushrooms, Douglas Fir caviar, blood and oat croustade, smoked alfalfa oil.

Second

$17

Carrot & Day Fish - Fish of the day, seven-day carrot, 10-pepper fluid wrap, smoked homemade cheese curds, green olive jus.

Lamb & Cauliflower - Homemade cauliflower couscous, bitter greens, fried lamb noodles, pepperoncini jus.

Beets & Barley: ion soup? Why didn’t I think of that?

- Beet ravioli, horseradish, puffed barley, Feeling just a touch masochistic, I took walnuts, roasted shallot and vinegar jus. home a s’mores dessert pizza. Taking the same delicious thin crust but replacing the Third $7 sauce with melted chocolate and the cheese Yogurt & Granola with melted marshmallows, the dessert gave - Homemade Greek yogurt, savory granola way to a cute spin on the campfire classic. with choice of fruit: apple or cranberry.

It’s a nice idea, but, honestly, I have never Vanilla & Irish Cream been all that fond of marshmallows. The dust- Hot vanilla ice cream, served with Bailey’s ing of cinnamon to mimic the graham crackIrish cream-flavored coffee. ers proved a bit too heavy-handed. Still, it was not bad, just not my thing. Others who love s’mores likely will devour it.

Or order a la carte Jax gave way to many visits with a fun atmosphere and an excellent variety of foods. From what I understand as well, they have huge salads and lots of piled-high classics, including their specialty Reuben (my next order), along with 25 taps and over 300 bottles of beer. I rather en3314 Wrightsville Ave. RSVP: 910-274-2012 joyed my quiet afternoon there, chatting with the staff and eating more pizza than anyone should, but I suspect it will get more enlivened during Follow Chef Matthew Gould Twitter/FB: CanapeILM upcoming playoffs or the NCAA tournament. encore | january 16-22, 2013 | www.encorepub.com 33

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Local grocers offer ethnic flair to dining tables across the Cape Fear no

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many of the diverse cultures that make up the pulse of Wilmington in one of the best ways we knew how: through their stomachs. We spoke with a handful of local chefs and restaurant owners that hailed from Italy, France, Puerto Rico and Japan to better learn about their cuisine, culture and transition into Wilmington.

For this series of “Multi-cultural ILM,” which will continue throughout 2013, I’ve chosen two women who have created their own businesses that sell authentic foods and fresh ingredients which more or less mirror what would be found in a local grocer from their homelands. To me, these stores exemplify a percentage of the spectrum of cultures that make up Wilmington—and make our dinner tables more exciting and varied.

Tatyana’s European Delights 125-2 South Kerr Avenue www.tatyanasdelights.com As Wilmington’s only Russian, Polish and European gourmet shop, Tatyana’s European EASTERN EUROPEAN FLAVORS: Tatyana Delights is an international foodie’s wonderZarubin moved to Wilmington from New York and land. The vibrant grocer and delicatessen (loopened a local grocer which specializes in eastern cated next to South Kerr Pub) provides auEuropean flavors. Photo by Paul Wethington. thentic and hard-to-find grocery items from around the world, such as: European meats After years of living in New York, Zarubin and cheeses, packaged foods, soft drinks, and Sergey moved to Wilmington in 2008 to frozen meals, bakery items, pastries, gour- be closer to her grandchild. While living in met chocolates and more.

Wilmington, they noticed a lack of the auNamed after Tatyana Zarubin—who owns thenticity they grew accustomed to in life. and operates the store with her husband, They knew they could serve the community Sergey—she says coming from a multi-cul- with their vast knowledge and culture. tural family with German and Ukrainian back“Living in New York, there are few stores grounds played a huge factor in expanding like this, but when we moved to Wilmington her palate. there was no place to get delicious rye bread “I think it’s important and very exciting to or good, real kielbasa or salami,” Zarubin find out about other cultures, and what bet- notes “We thought that if we miss good ter way than through food,” Zarubin says. food, other people must as well. We wanted “There are so many delicious flavors in the to offer the best and most nostalgic prodworld. People are always pleasantly sur- ucts from our culture.” prised when they taste [our] real, authentic These products include Tatyana’s freshly kielbasa for the first time.” baked rye bread, as well as pastries that are After spending most of her life in Kazakh- delivered once a week from Russian and Polstan, Zarubin decided to move to America ish bakeries down from New York. Zarubin with her family in 1992. They came to New says the nine-layer chocolate, cherry and York with only $300, two suitcases and bare- cream, almond and honey cakes are some ly any knowledge of the U.S. of the store’s must-haves. Additionally, other “The Soviet Union was breaking up, the pastry favorites include rugelah, babkas, living conditions where terrible, [and] there strudel and the popular “walnut” cookies was a lot of uncertainty,” Zarubin says. “I (named because they are shaped like walwanted to come so my children could have a nuts), which consist of two round, hollow better future. It was hard, but when I look at cookies filled with dolce de leche, butter my kids, it was all worth it.”

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cream and almonds.

“We always try to have the best and fresh products that are minimally processed and have only a few necessary ingredients without additives or chemicals in them,” Zarubin explains. “And we are always happy to explain or demonstrate, and love questions.”

Tatyana’s hosts free tastings on the last Friday of every month. They sample different foods and drinks sold in the shop, too.

The next tasting will be held on January 25th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Saigon Market 4507 Franklin Avenue Facebook/MySpace Taking the first step into Saigon Market has the power to transport one from the East Coast to the Far East. With shelves upon shelves of Asian goodies consisting of packaged foods, fresh produce, spices and other ingredients, Saigon Market (located at 4507 Franklin Avenue, right around the corner from Tatyana’s) has everything needed to prepare the most authentic Asian cuisine possible without leaving the country.

Locally renowned for its broad, unique and authentic selection of rice, sushi products, fresh produce (delivered every Friday evening), various teas, snacks, and candy—as well as products from the Mediterranean, India and Jamaica, the market also carries

some of the most inexpensive spices and tofu.

My personal favorite random item from Saigon is the spicy sriracha peas— a can of chili-garliccoated dried green peas ... delicious!

Owner Ngan Thi Washington—better known to her customers as Lan—came to the U.S. with her husband from South Vietnam in 1973. They settled in Wilmington in 1989 and created Saigon Market, now nearly two decades old.

“In 1994, when I decided to open the store, there was a need for an Oriental grocer, since there was not any around town,” Lan says. “Usually, I would have to drive to Raleigh to buy Asian food.”

Lan created the first incarnation of the Saigon Market in a small room in the Chinese delivery restaurant Mr. Chopstix (now just Chopstix) on Market Street. Over the years, she has moved the store to several locations as its clientele grew. Now in its current location for 13 years, with its well-established customer base, Saigon Market has cemented its reputation as a friendly neighborhood market. They provide a unique shopping experience for anyone who walks through its door. Plus, the prices are amazing!

“We are more than a grocery store,” Lan says. “We provide cooking information and knowledge about our diverse products.”

While Saigon Market’s general selection ranges from typical Japanese, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Filipino and Korean cuisines, Lan takes pride in the fact she carries specialty items not likely found elsewhere in town. Balut (fertilized duck egg), octopus, eel, roe (fish eggs) and labne (kefir cheese) ranks among them.

Her personal favorites from her homeland use items brought from Saigon for creation, such as spring rolls, banh xeo (Vietnamese pancake), pho (Vietnamese soup) and banh mi (a type of Vietnamese sub sandwich).

“With Wilmington growing and [its] diverse population, it is important for people to have a place where they can buy food that they are used to eating within their culture,” Lan notes. “It’s also important for aspiring chefs who incorporate Asian dishes into their menu.”

In fact, Saigon Market has become a secret weapon in any local chefs’ knife bagFrom a plethora of spices, seeds and dried herbs, to cuts of offal meats at competitive prices, it’s a hidden gem for foodies of all skill levels and tastes.

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man life had to be something I could live with. Jude, my dear editor, as you of all people know, I have been subsisting off a little less than $6,000 a year for most of my adult life, racking up debt and just trying to keep floating downstream.

I decided that $50,000 in cash for an undetectable, un-prosecutable crime was a deal—and a price that would make a huge change in my life.

As the executor of my estate (if I am dead when you are reading this), you’ll see cash was distributed to Cape Fear River Watch, Cape Fear Literacy Council and Thalian Hall. Also, not that I need the fanfare, but remember the annual anonymous donations of $10,000 to our local NPR station and Opera House Theatre Company? It was, to some extent, my atonement, I guess. Again, I say I didn’t kill those people; I pushed no one down any stairs, nor did I pull any triggers.

After slowly and quietly paying down my debts so not to raise any flags and continuing to seek out a living with freelance writing, I found I could live very comfortably on less than $30,000 annually. So, I routinely began giving away large chunks of it every year.

I tired at first to match up a charity with the person whose death had made the gift possible, as the saying goes. But that was very upsetting, so, instead, I started giving to public radio and theatre,

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thousands of people and thereby did good for many.

Probably just a rationalization, but it made me feel better, sort of.

Still, I was back at trying to figure out the mechanics—and how to advertise this thing. I tore this page out of my journal that I wrote around the same time: “No children or animals as potential victims. I can’t really imagine a scenario where that would be the case—maybe standing in the way of an inheritance?

Regardless. No kids. No animals. Maybe I shouldn’t be writing this down, except I don’t think I would believe it was true if I didn’t.”

So I ran the following ad in “Solider of Fortune” magazine: “Problems Solved Exclusive and Discrete. Consultant available for Exclusive, Confidential Service. Inquiries to PO Box 69783, Wilmington, NC 28411.”

Then, I waited.

I will never forget the first time I pulled an envelope out the box. Plain white #10, printed with the address and a return address of another PO box. Inside was a single sheet of white typed paper with a stamped and addressed envelope. Inside was a note: “Looking to hire security specialist for permanent solution to personal problem. Please, reply with rates, terms, methods, and available schedule.”

I printed up the following reply card on desktop publishing and sent it back:

“Untraceable, unprosecutable, permanent solution. Everyone our client has ever spent New Year’s Eve with has passed away the following year. Our client does not kill, but our client has a 100 percent track record. Our client will arrange to meet the problem and spend New Year’s Eve with him or her. During the next calendar year, the problem will disappear through no actual action of yourself or our client.

“Past work has included plane hijacking victims, allergic reactions, illness, car accidents, etc.

Please, send details including a picture, name, contact information, and any useful information about the problem to the PO box. A one-time fee of $50,000 cash will need to be received at the latest by Thanksgiving, prior to the next month’s New Year‘s Eve. No children or animals may be named or involved in anyway.”

To be honest I expected that to be the end of it. The price seemed high for the going rate, but then I reasoned if someone were willing to spend $50,000 in cash to insure another person’s death, this was not a snap decision they were making.

Imagine my surprise when two days later, I received two priority envelopes at the PO box. Each had $25,000 inside and one contained the picture of a rather ruggedly handsome young man and a brief bio with contact info.

Now, I was committed.

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events E-RECYCLING EVENT Your Computer Friends and PODS Moving and Storage hold their e-recycling event, accepting printers, phones, cell phones, batteries, desktop and laptop computers, cables, fax machines and copiers, or any other electronic device you need to recycle.TVs and CRT monitors (the big, bulky kind) require a recycling charge of $10 each. No appliances. Bring working computers inside.: Mon-Fri. through 1/18, 9am-5pm.

3816 Oleander Drive, on the corner of 39th and Oleander or right behind the new Whole Foods on Oleander.

FORT FISHER 148 ANNIVERSARY 1/19: Multiple cannon blasts will mark the commemoration of the 148th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Fisher’s “Sheppard’s Battery: Confederates Defending the Left Flank,” a living history program that focuses on the Confederate defenders at Sheppard’s Battery and at the fort’s “Bloody Gate.” Civil War re-enactors display camp life and talk with visitors about the life of the Confederate infantry and artillery troops during the January 1865 campaign. Drills and firing demonstrations, including the site’s rifled and banded 32 pound cannon atop Sheppard’s Battery. Free, 10am-4pm. Speakers include local historian Ernie Kniffen, who will discuss new findings on his extensive research of Confederate sailors and Marines. Author Richard Triebe will sign books and discuss NC troops who were captured at Fort Fisher and sent to a prison camp; NC Underwater Archaeology Unit will dedicate a new highway marker for the blockade runner Modern Greece. 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach. (910) 458-5538 or www. nchistoricsites.org/fisher.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPO Health & Wellness Expo 2013, 1/22, noon-3pm. Join MMC for their annual “Health & Wellness Expo” to bring in the new year! Employers will be promoting their company, services, jobs, internships, etc to our students (the event is also open to the public). There will be free STD testing from the New Hanover County Health Department from 1-3pm. There will be campus tours, raffle drawings and free items at vendor booths!

The event is free to vendors but we ask that you bring a “door prize” in exchange for a booth at the event. If you are interested in being a vendor (health or medical only) please contact Shannon.carlson@miller-motte. edu. 5000 Market St. CAPE FEAR MODEL RR SHOW AND SALE 16th Annual Cape Fear Model Railroad Society’s Model Railroad Show & Sale, Wilmington (January 26-27).

Indulge in the model railroading hobby and enjoy the operating O, O27, HO and G scale layouts. Vendors offer trains, scenic supplies and railroading memorabilia. Free clinics offered by Tom’s Train Station in Cary, N.C. There will also be door prizes and raffles. Hours: Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission charge. American Legion Post 10 (710 Pine Grove Rd.), Wilmington. 910-270-2696; www.capefearmodelrailroadsociety.org JOKES AND SMOKE 1/26, 9pm: Juggling Gypsys Hookah Cafe. EPK Entertainment presents local Comedian Reid Hughes Clark accompanied by local hip hop artist for a night of laughter and music at one of the best hookah spots in town.

Come Support local artist. Reid Hughes Clark: reid. clark35@yahoo.com. 1612 Castle Street

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SILVER COAST BRIDAL SHOW The Silver Coast Bridal Show will be held Sun., 1/27, 1-4pm at Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Rd., Ocean Isle Beach. Discover the beauty of the Brunswick Islands and beyond. Let the expertise of local wedding professionals make your wedding day extra special! Come meet Caterers, Photographers, Officiantrs, Cakes, Music, Event Rentals, Limos, Venues, Florists and much more. Admission free. silvercoastwinery.com ILM WINE AND CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL After last year’s inaugural year as both wine & chocolate, The Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival returns on 2/1-3. Regional wineries and chocolatiers will again join local favorites at our new home, the festival-friendly Coastline Event Center, 501 Nutt Street. • The Grand Tasting Fri., 2/1, 7-10pm, feat. abundant heavy hors d’oeuvres, “live” entertainment and exhibits by artists.

Regional vintners and chocolatiers will offer products for tasting until 8:30 p.m. and for sale throughout the evening. An opportunity to shop and preview the weekend’s “Marketplace” plus a few surprises will ensure a light and effervescent evening.

2013 ENCORE BEST OF PARTY/FUNDRAISER Encore Magazine and the Carousel Center for Abused Children (CCAC) are pleased to announce their partnership in coordinating Encore’s Best of 2013 Awards Party at the Brooklyn Arts Center in downtown Wilmington on February 2nd, 2013. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and the show will begin at 7:00 p.m. The 2013 event will crown winners from the top three nominees in over 120 categories, spanning Arts & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Goods & Services, and Environmental & Humanitarian. Winners will not be announced until the night of the event, and the show will maintain its improv and off-the-cuff hilarity hosted by comedian troupes The Comically Impaired and folks from Changing Channels. New to the 2013 event will be the inaugural Best Of Battle of the Bands! Nominees include Mike Blair and the Stonewalls, L-Shaped Lot and Bibis Ellison who will be vying for the 2013 Best Performer/Band title live. Audience will vote by donating dollars during their sets. It’s up to you! Raffles will continue to help raise funds for CCAC. Dozens of the newly nominated business have donated gift certificates, merchandise, free food, service vouchers and more. Tickets $10: encoredeals.com. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit CCAC. Admission includes a sampling of food from some of the area’s best restaurants, as voted by Encore readers, and a cash bar. www.encorepub.com. www.carouselcenter.org.

charity/fund-raisers CAPE FEAR LITERACY COUNCIL Two Tutor Training workshops will be held in January at the CFLC offices at 1012 S. 17th St. Pre-reg.is recommended. Adult Basic Literacy: Volunteers attend 12 hours of instruction, 1/21, 23, 28 and 30 6:30-9:30 p.m. Materials fee: $20 or $50 if seeking certification for another organization. Volunteers must attend all sessions to be certified. ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages): Volunteers attend 9 hours of instruction, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1/16 and 18, 9:30am-12:30pm. Volunteers must attend all three sessions to be certified. Fee: $30 or $50 if seeking certification for another organization. (910) 251-0911 or info@cfliteracy.org.

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CF LITERACY GALA T Kick-off Party for our 2013 “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” Gala, Thurs, 1/17, 5:30-7:30pm. The Calico Room,107 S. Front St. Free admission, complimentary hor T d’oeuvres, cash bar. • 2013 “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” Gala, Sat., 3/3, 6:30pm. Step into a charming, nostalgic evening of elegance and the free-spirited 60’s as we raise funds to make literacy a reality for hundreds of adults this year. Come enjoy a scrumptious dinner, play casino-like games, dance to 360 Degrees, and bid on fabulous items. Check our website for updates. Tickets are going fast: www.cfliteracy.org T MUGS FOR JUGS Front Street Brewery’s Mugs for Jugs Breast Cancer Awareness fund-raiser, 1/19, 11:30am-midnight, with all net proceeds going to the New Hanover Regional Medical Center Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Project. Project provides local women that qualify for their program with free mammograms, and women who have recently being diagnosed with breast cancer Free Comfort Bags. Event feat. commemorative mugs and t-shirts for sale, reverse raffle, games, a silent auction, photobooth, and a dunk tank with Brewmaster Kevin Kozak, guest dunkees and more, Ellie Craig: 910-251-1935.

WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT NOMINEES Know an outstanding woman or young leader whose accomplishments have demonstrated commitment to the betterment to the Lower Cape Fear region? Nominate her for a Women of Achievement Award. The deadline for nominations is Friday, January 25, 2013.

Nomination forms are available, wilmingtonwoa.com.

WINTER HOOTENANNY The Historical Society of the Lower Cape Fear will present a Winter Hootenanny, 1/26, 8pm. Country, folk and ‘50s music by local musicians. Kenan Auditorium, $20 GA or $5 students. 910-762-0492 or www.hslcf.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Communities in Schools of Cape Fear needs recruiting volunteers for PaSS(Partnership for School Success).

PaSS is a 10-week tutoring and mentoring initiative directed at students projected as not likely to pass their End of Grade tests and promote to the next grade.

PaSS is offered at the 3rd grade and 6th grade level to every public elementary and middle school in New Hanover and Pender Counties. All volunteers will receive curriculum and training. Volunteers will meet with two students separately, once a week from mid-February to early May, tutoring each student for 30 minutes in reading comprehension. In total, this is only 10 hours of time. These 10 hours can make a dramatic impact on a child’s life. Program will start the last week of February.

Volunteer training dates are to be announced closer to program start date. 910-343-1901or email Tracy Tisdale at racy@ciscapefear.org.

Calendar entries are due every Thursday by noon for consideration in the following week’s encore. Entries are published for free two weeks out from event date according to space.

CARD WITH A PURPOSE Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar to celebrate LINC, Inc.’s recent expansion and to support residents in the new, 40-bed Marvin E. Roberts Transitional Living Facility. Thursday, 1/31, 6-8pm.6 The Purpose: LINC, Inc. participants need your assistance with their clothing and toiletry needs upon entry into our program. Bring a bank or gift card from retailers such as Walmart, Target or Bed Bath & Beyond to help purchase these items.

Cash donations are also appreciated. Dirty Martini, Lumina Station, 2130 Bay Colony Dr.

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THALIAN ASSOCIATION IN REVUE 1/20, 6:30pm: The Blockade Runner and Thalian Association Present Thalian Association in Revue.Celebrating 225 Years of Live Theater! Located at the Blockade Runner, Wrightsville Beach . Cocktails at 6:30pm; w/ dinner and cabaret show at 7pm. $35 prix-fixe dinner. $20 cover charge to benefit Thalian Assoc. and TACT. Reservations recommended: 910-256-2251 TALKIN’ ‘BOUT MY GENERATION Brunswick Little Theatre will hold auditions for Talkin ‘Bout My Generation, a revue of the music of the British invasion of the 1960’s. Auditions will be on Mon., 1/21, 4-8pm, in Murrow Hall at Trinity Methodist Church in Southport. There are roles for male and female vocalists, ranging in age from high school on up to about 40. Female auditioners should prepare one or both of the following numbers: “Downtown” (Petula Clark version) and/or “Son of a Preacher Man” (Dusty Springfield version). Male auditioners should prepare “Hey Jude” (The Beatles version) and/or “Nights in White Satin” (Moody Blues). Musicians will be pres-

ent to accompany those auditioning. Mark Deese at mdeese@bcswan.net.

THE MIRACLE WORKER Thalian Association will hold auditions for “The Miracle Worker.” Auditions for the roles of Annie Sullivan and Helen Keller will be held on Saturday, 2/2, 10am. Those auditioning for these roles, go to www.thalian.org and download the audition scene and watch the attendant video clip to familiarize yourself with the material. Girls auditioning for the role of Helen must be believable as a nine-year-old. Auditions for all other roles will be held on Monday and Tuesday, 2/4-5 at 7pm. No prepared material required, you will be asked to read from the script. All auditions will be held at the Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. Directed by Laurene Perry, runs 3/21-24 at Thalian Hall. www.thalian.org.

BROWNCOAT PUB AND THEATRE See What Sticks by Ryan PC Trimble & Jordan Mullaney (1/25 & 26) : A free flowing evening of original comedic sketches, long form improv and even a little stand up comedy from two of the most promising young performers to separate themselves form the herd. • Master Hypnotist Gary Conrad (2/1 & 2) : World reknowned hypnotist and internationally famous comedian Gary Conrad brings offers audiences a chance at love ...or at least a reasonable facsimile... with his brand new show especially suited for Valentine’s Day! • Paranormal Illusionist Aiden Sincalir, 2/8 & 9. When Aiden Sinclair turned dozens away at the doors of his sold out weekend for Le Cirque de la Mort last October, he promised to return. This February, in between stops on his east coast tour with Ghost Hunters Jason Hawes and Grant Wilson, he makes good on that promise. Sinclair is a performer unlike any other due to his unique use of local history, paranormal activity and mystical secrets to weave his illusions. 910-2339914 or guerillatheatre@gmail.com THEATRE NOW PLAY READING & SOCIAL

January’s Playreading and Social presented by Theatre Network of Wilmington, Inc. is Orpheus Descending

by Tennessee Williams. The third Thursday of every month TNOW, the non-profit organization who calls TheatreNOW home presents a networking & playreading night. February’s play will be LoveValourCompassion! by Terrence McNally. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Free admission with a suggested donation of $5 for theatre arts outreach program.

THALIAN ASSOCIATION 1/31: Premiere musical Xanadu, four-time Tony nominee, inspired by the cult-classic movie starring Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Follows a magical Greek muse who descends from Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist to create the ultimate roller disco is accompanied by such hits of the period as “Magic.” 910-251-1788 or by visiting thalian.org.

THE DOCTOR IN SPITE OF HIMSELF Coastal Carolina Community College’s New River Players will hold auditions for a spring production of Moliere’s The Doctor in Spite of Himself, Mon/Tues, 2/4-5, 5pm, in the Bodenhamer Auditorium in the Fine Arts Building on the Coastal campus. This production will include 12 roles,7 males and 5females. Auditions are open to the public as well as Coastal faculty, staff, and students. Actors can bring prepared monologues or they may read from the script. Thurs-Sat, 4/11-13, with a Sunday matinee on 4/14. This production is under the direction of Eric Kildow, Drama Instructor and Artistic Director for New River Players. Eric Kildow: 910-938-6301 or kildowe@coastalcarolina.edu.

music/concerts RICHARD SMITH AND JULIE ADAMS Guitar and Cello virtuoso duo, Richard Smith and Ju-

lie Adams, Fri., 1/18 at 7:30pm, at Bellamy Mansion (corner of 5th and Market in Wilmington). Taking reservations for the event now: ssavia@susansavia.com.

Seating will be limited to 60. Non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase, and the admittance fee is $15.

OLLI: THE MET The Met: Live in HD feat. by The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNCW; all shows Sat., 12;55pm. Schedule: 1/19: Maria Stuarda, w/mezzosoprano Joyce DiDonato, , director David McVicar, Elza van den Heever and Maurizio Benini conducts.

• 2/16: Rigoletto, w/director Michael Mayer, Piotr Beczala, Zeljko Luci and Diana Damrau. Indv. $30/ea; $20 for OLLI members. www.uncw.edu/metopera or 910-962-3195 WILMINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY 1/22, 7pm: The Wilmington Choral Society is holding open rehearsals for its Spring Concert. We will be performing Mozart’s Requiem. Rehearsals are held at Cape Fear Christian Church. Everyone with an interest in singing is welcome; no audition required. Rehearsals held at Cape Fear Christian Church Jenn Beddoe: jennbeddoe@gmail.com CHAMBER MUSIC ILM Chamber Music Wilmington’s 18th season offers four classical subscription concerts and two classical house concerts. Subscribe and save to receive: program notes in advance, first priority to the salon concerts and special notifications to “Meet the Artist” opportunities and pre-concert conversations, www. chambermusicwilmington.org. Single tickets, $25.

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Other highlights include workshops, master classes and an all-star jazz brunch. Events take place at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside (301 N. Water Street, Wilmington). Special hotel rates are available to festival attendees. Admission charge. For tickets and details: 910-793-1111; www.ncjazzfestival.com.

NC SYMPHONY All Wilmington concerts at 8pm in Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Schedule: 2/17: Schumann’s Piano Concerto, w/Grant Llewellyn, music director, and Clara Yang, piano. Mozart: Overture to The Magic Flute, Purcell: Music from Abdelazar, Britten: Variations and Fugue on a Theme of Purcell, Schumann: Piano Concerto and Prokofiev: Symphony No. 1. www.ncsymphony.org

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

WILMINGTON SYMPHONY 2/9, 8pm: Symphony Pops! Big Band Blast Concert at UNCW Kenan Auditorium with Rich Ridenour, piano, and Laura McFayden, vocalist. Nationally acclaimed pianist and entertainer Rich Ridenour returns to Wilmington by popular demand, this time with a salute to the great Big Band pianists Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Eddie Duchin, Spike Jones, and more! Lending her vocal stylings is Wilmington jazz singer Laura McFayden.

910-962-3500 or www.wilmingtonsymphony.org.

CAPE FEAR CHORALE The Cape Fear Chorale is currently auditioning adult singers in all voice parts in preparation for its spring concert. The Chorale will present “Requiem” by Franz Von Suppe with orchestra, 4/21. Previous choral experience and the ability to read music will be helpful. Monday evening rehearsals begin January 7, 2013 at Grace United Methodist Church in downtown Wilmington. To schedule: www.capefearchorale.org.

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SHEA-RA-NICHI’S ‘OMNI’ 1/27, 3pm: Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St. www.cameronartmuseum.com. Derived from the Latin word Omnis, Omni is a prefix which means “All,” for the Artist OMNI expresses our connection to all life. It is Shea-Ra’s attempt to define what love truly is through dance using her unique dance style the “Nichi Technique” Shea-Ra view of love has stemmed from caring for her mother and others while ill. Her view is that love is selfless, that love is an energy that find and calls on us to give of ourselves to something or someone completely with joy and compassion, the way earth and nature gives to all of us freely and ceaselessly. Shea-Ra expresses through this piece the channels or paths that love takes in our lives. “Omni” is a dance piece in which Nichi attempts to do nothing less than express the idea of unconditional love. Nichi’s dance style is a blend of Brazilian, Haitian, Cuban traditional dance with other modern dance influences. The piece, which is about 40 minutes long and accompanied by a violinist, will conclude with a Q&A with the artist.

HIP HOP CLASSES FOR KIDS Hip-hop dance classes for kids will be held at the Fran Russ Rec Center on Wed. 4:15-5pm for K-2nd; 5-6pm for 3rd-5th. Reg open for: Session 2, 2/27-4/17; and Session 3, 4/24-6/5. Ea. session contains 7 classes.

Pre-reg. rqd. 910-256-7925 or www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

MOMMY AND ME DANCE CLASSES The Wilmington School of Ballet is offering Mommy & Me Dance classes! Take a fun class with your little one and introduce them to the magic of dance while enjoying the company of other moms and babies in

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one of our large colorful studios. Class is set to music and will focus on developing a movement vocabulary, coordination, balance, rhythm, stretching, and basic kinetic skills. Yoga-style acrobatics are incorporated to help with flexibility and increased range of motion for both children and adults! (910)794-9590 76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Modern Western Style Square Dance. Club meets Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests. Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 SURFER TANGO Salsa on 2 NYC style, Thurs, 8pm, $5/person at Orton’s Pool Hall. Lesson at 7pm; all welcome and no partner needed. • Couple class, 5-wk series, one class a week, $35/couple for series or $10 drop in. Tuesday nights at 7:00-8:15pm, 10/2, the aerobics room at the Magnolia Rec Center..Guaranteed fun! Pre-register. www.surfertango.com CONTRA DANCE Tuesday night dances, 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come. $4. (910) 538-9711.

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Joanne is a nationally known figurative artist featured in Watercolor Magazine and a signature member of the American Watercolor Society. She has extensive teaching and workshop experience in all media. Details and sign: www.wilmingtonart.org/Cheryl McGraw, 470-0217. Stop by our new permanent exhibit gallery space soon at the historic Hannah Block USO building at 120 S. Second Street in downtown Wilmington. Art work changes monthly so drop by and see what’s new, the gallery has great north light! Receptions will be held on 4th Friday evenings from 6 to 9pm. Call for artists to enter the 31st Annual Spring Show during the Azalea Festival. See details and prospectus on WAA website.

LEARN TO PAINT IN OILS Learn to Paint in Oils with Jodie Wrenn Rippy: 6 week class, 2/12-3/19, Tues. • Beginner painters -Tues., 2/12, 9:30-noon. • Intermediate painters, 1:30-4pm. $150 for 6 week session; size limited. Jodie, 619-6782 or jodiewrippy@gmail.com

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art HARBOR ISLAND ARTS Harbor Island Arts presents an art exhibition, Arboretum atrium space, through 5/22. Ongoing exhibit of 2D art work depicting butterflies, perennial gardens and herbs to coincide with the opening of these new areas at the Arboretum. Art work will be for sale, sold through the gift shop and displayed throughout the Hutaff Building Atrium Gallery Space.

SILVER COAST WINERY Silver Coast Winery is pleased to announce The Coastal Carolina Camera Club will be exhibiting its member’s photographs in the Art Gallery through end of Jan. The Coastal Carolina Camera Club meets monthly, the second Tuesday of the month at 7pm at the Shallotte Presbyterian Church, 5070 Main Street, Shallotte.

Membership is open to photographers of all skill levels using both film and digital cameras. Meetings consist of informative programs on photographic techniques and software usage, member photo presentations and critiques, guest speakers and much more. Guests are always welcome.www.coastalcarolinacameraclub.org or 910-287-6311. Silver Coast Winery: Mon-Tues by

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CAPE FEAR CAMERA CLUB EXHIBIT The Cape Fear Camera Club will have its annual photo exhibit at the Northeast Branch Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd., through 1/19. The exhibit is free and is available during Library hours. The beautiful photographs on display are works done by Club members. www. capefearcameraclub.org.

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Visitors will enjoy exploring the many styles and subject matter that employ this use of contrast of light and dark in setting the mood and tone of each piece. An opening night reception TBA. PROJEKTE Through 1/19: Projekte Gallery in Wilmington is pleased to present “Flesh and Bones” by local artists Darren Mulvenna and Shannon Limburger. “Flesh and Bones” introduces new bodies of work that feature what is not about death or gore, but the raw beauty of what is under the skin. • Crissie McCree’s latest CD, “New Day,” 1/12., 9pm. Crissie has been living in NC for the past four years and moved to Wilmington this summer.

The night will include live music, appetizers, a charity raffle, and more. CD will be available for purchase. • Weekly events: 2nd and 4th Wed, open mic; 1st and 3rd Wed, Projektion Theater Film Series, feat. subversive and foreign films and documentaries, 8-10pm; Thurs., “Just A Taste,” free weekly wIne tasting and live music; 1st & 3rd Fri., Kersten Capra 9:30pm; 4th Fri., Brazilian Bossa Nova with Rafael Name & guests, 9pm-12pm.. 523 South 3rd St. 910-508-8982. www. theprojekte.com

museums CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Fragments of War , feat. scraps of fabric, torn paper, tattered flags, a uniform patch, which tell us

about people’s Civil War experiences. Closes May 5, 2013. • Shopping Around Wilmington: In an era before mega-malls, online ordering and big-box stores, shopping in Wilmington centered around downtown. Museum will explore ways in which increasing suburbanization changed people’s retail experiences. EVENTS: Volunteer Open House held first Wed. of mo. Opportunities are available in museum store, working with the historic collection, and as an education docent. • New Hanover County Resident’s Day: Residents admitted free first Sun. ea. mo. Learning Center: Wonders of Light. Sat., 1/19, 1-4pm. All. Free for members or with admission. Why is the sky blue? What makes a rainbow? Discover the colors of light and see what happens when you mix them. Conduct fun mirror experiments and learn how light travels. Explore the mysteries of light and color and even make an object disappear!

Parental participation is required. • Cape Fear Skies: Winter Constellations, 1/20, 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30pm.

All. Free w/admission. Investigate Lower Cape Fear winter constellations in our mobile planetarium. Determine how to locate these “seasonal pictures” in the night sky. Parental participation is required. • Mystery at the Museum, 1/26, 1-4pm. All, $3 members; $6 non-members. Something mysterious has happened at the Museum! What’s missing and who would have stolen it? Investigate the crime scene and analyze the evidence. Forensic science and logic will help you solve the Mystery at the Museum. Family participation is encouraged. •Hours: 9am-5pm through 9/10; Tues-Sat; 1-5pm, Sun. $7 for adults; $6 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $6 special military rate with valid military ID; $4 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members admitted free. 814 Market St. 910-798-4367. www.capefearmuseum.com.

CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Through 3/10: An icon of the 1920s, named “the first American Flapper” by her husband, Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald (July 24, 1900 – March 10, 1948) longed to be known as something other than just the wife of writer F. Scott Fitzgerald. This exhibition explores the artwork of Zelda Fitzgerald with 32 framed artworks created from 1927 through the late 1940s, on loan from the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and Ms. Eleanor Lanahan, granddaughter of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, along with reproductions of historical photographs from the F. Scott Fitzgerald Papers of Princeton University Library. Ms. Eleanor Lanahan will speak 3pm, 2/3.

• From Gatehouse to Winehouse: Inside the Artist’s Workplace: Minnie Evans, Elisabeth Chant and Claude Howell,” Pancoe Art Education Center’s Seagrove and Contemporary Pottery in the Exhibition Cases • Jazz at the CAM Series w/Cape Fear Jazz Societythrough 4/2013, 6:30-8pm, 1st Thurs. ea. mo. in Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. Individual: CAM/CFJS Members: $7 or nonmembers: $10; students, $5. 2/14: Julie Rehder & Jack Krupicka Quartet. 3/7: Roger Davis, Nina Repeta and Madafo Lloyd Wilson. 4/4: Doug Irving Quartet.

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Beginners are always welcome; see schedule online.

Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. TuesSun,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.

NC AQUARIUM For all programs, children ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult, except for camps. All programs require pre-reg. and fees; call to get info.

Schedule: Behind the Scenes Aquarist Apprentice, 1/26, 2pm. Learn what aquarium animals eat, how they live, and how to care for them, and assist aquarists with food preparation and help feed the animals. • Behind Scenes Tour: 1/20 and 27, 1pm. If you have ever cared for a home aquarium, you may have some idea of what it takes to operate a collection of salt and freshwater exhibits, with hundreds of animals. Accompany aquarium staff on a guided tour of animal quarantine, life support, food preparation, and access areas. • Ext. Behind Scenes: 1/16, 23, 25, 28 and 30, 2pm. Visit the top of our largest exhibit, the Cape Fear Shoals, during an expanded tour behind the scenes. Get a birds-eye view of this 235,000 gallon tank as sharks, stingrays, moray eels, and other fish swim below! Aquarists feed the animals during the tour, offering a unique opportunity for close-up viewing. • Aquacamp—Incredible Invertebrates, 1/21, 8:30am-3pm. Campers will be introduced to a few of these including clams, snails, crabs, sea urchins, and sea stars. Live animal presentations and more are all part of this exciting program. Come and join the fun! Snacks are provided. Kids will need to bring a bag lunch. 910-458-8257; www.ncaquariums. com/fort-fisher. 900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Mon, Little Sprouts Storytime, 10am, and Go Green Engineer Team, 3:30pm. • Tues., Kids Cooking Club, 3:30pm • Wed., Preschool Science, 10am; Discover Science, 3:30pm; and Mini Math, 4pm. • Thurs. StoryCOOKS, 10am; and StART with a Story, 3:30pm • Fri., Toddler Time, 10am; and Adventures in Art, 3:30pm • Sat, Discovery Fitness, 4pm; Sun., Young Writer’s Club 2pm • Drop off gently used books at our Museum to be used for a good cause. Ooksbay Books uses book collection locations to help promote literacy, find a good use for used books, and benefit nonprofits.• Jammie Jam PJ Party, Fri., 1/18, 5-7pm. Come in your PJs and bring a special stuffed friend! Make dreamcatchers, play some board games, and settle in for a cozy storytime. • 1st annual Pizza Putt fundraising night, 2/8, 7:30-9:30pm, kids ages 21 and older. Mini golf throughout museum. 18 holes, 18 pizzas and 18 beers to sample. $18 • Chinese New Year, 2/10, 1-3pm. Celebrate the year of the snake—stories, activities, and

food that celebrate the beginning of the Chinese New Year. Create lucky red messages using traditional Chinese characters make paper lanterns, create a snake from the animal Zodiac, and more. Be sure to pick up a lucky red envelope with a New Year’s challenge inside, too. Free with admission or anytime membership. playwilmington.org BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (18171896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington. Now a museum, itf ocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action. • Four magnificently restored houses will be open for a special Preservation Celebration on Fr., 1/25, 6:30-9:30pm. Tour the Donald MacRae House, George Washington Williams House, David R. Murchison House and Tuscany, all located within walking distance in the downtown Historic District. Tickets are $35 each and include wine, heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts. All funds raised go to Bellamy Mansion Museum. Tickets may be purchased: (910) 547-9592 or info@bellamymansion.org. RSVP 1/21. www.bellamymansion.org. 503 Market Street.

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

256-2569. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests and activities for all ages, including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular model layouts. Housed in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers. Story Time on 1st/3rd Mondays at 10:30am, only $4/family and includes access to entire Museum. Admission for 2012 only $8.50 adult, $7.50 senior/military, $4.50 child age 2-12, and free under age 2. North end of downtown at 505 Nutt St.910-763-2634, on 10/13-14, 10am: Fun for all ages! Drive trains, learn how to build models, check out merchandise, free whistles for kids, entertainment, refreshments, and more! Great family event

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LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am. 126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 762-0492. www. latimerhouse.org

WILMINGTON WATER TOURS 2 hour Eco/History Cruise Tues-Sat, 10am. Eagle’s Island Cruises 50 minute narrated cruises on the hour at 12, 1, 2, 3 & 4 pm daily Mon- Sat. • See the beauty of the Cape Fear River, Sunset Cruise on Tues & Wed w/light narration. Departs 6pm for 2 hours. • Acoustic Spotlight on our Sunset Cruise is on Thurs-Sat., 6-8pm, w/different local musician. • Starlight Cruise on Thurs-Sat, 8:30pm for an hour. See the unique lights of Wilmington after dark from the river. 212 S. Water St. RSVP: 910-338-3134; wilmingtonwatertours.com

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

Last tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. www. burgwinwrighthouse.com.

sports/recreation HALYBURTON PARK Intro to Drawing, Thu 1/24 1:30-3:30 pm Ages: 5-14. Get up close to nature as we learn the basics of drawing. Each student will need a drawing pad, 2 - #2 pencils, and a drawing eraser. Cost: $10/participant • Bird Hike – Cabin Lake County Park, Fri 1/18 8am3pm. Cost: $10/participant. NC Birding Trail is a driving trail to link birders with great birding sites across the state and the local communities in which they are found. NC habitats provide food and shelter for more than 440 bird species throughout the year, making it a premiere destination for birders and nature-lovers.

Ea. mo. explore a different site along the Coastal Plain Trail. • Backyard Birding and Bird Feeding: Sat 1/19, 9:30-11:30am or Sat 2/9 9:30-11:30am. Each season invites new visitors to your backyard. Some remain all year round, while others migrate great distances. Join a park naturalist into the world of birds and discover what tasty treats and feeders will attract these fantastic creatures each season. Discover how you could build your own backyard bird oasis. Learn some birding basics, as we take a hike exploring the woods for some seasonal inhabitants. Each participant will take home a sample seed bag. Cost: $10/participant • Winter in the Forest: Mon,1/21, 10-11am; or Tue, 1/22, 1011am. Ages: 2-5 Cost: $3. Take a hike to learn about all the changes in the forest, and the animals that live in the forest throughout the winter. • Owl Prowl, Fri 1/25, 6-8pm. Cost: $3/participant. Look and listen for owls as a naturalist leads you on a walk in the park. You’ll search for the Eastern Screech Owl and the Great Horned Owl. You’ll learn about the habits and adaptations of these nocturnal neighbors. Afterwards warm up with hot cocoa. • Snake and Turtle Feeding, Wed 1/30.

Ages: 3/up . Cost: $1/participantEnjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Event Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake

CFFA The Cape Fear Fencing Association will offer its next beginners’ fencing class on 2/4. Starts Monday the 4th at 6:30pm and will run for six weeks. Taught by Head Coach Greg Spahr, the six-week class will be held Mon/Wed., 6:30-7:30pm and costs $50. Lower level of Tileston Gym at St. Mary’s on the corner of 5th and Ann streets in downtown Wilmington. All equipment is supplied by the CFFA. Beginning fencing classes include the basic elements of fencing, the history of the sport, foundational techniques, conditioning, refereeing, and tournament strategy. Graduates will have the option of continuing to fence with the CFFA which offers fencing Tues/Wed/Thurs evenings at 7:30pm.

GENTLE YOGA The Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department is offering Gentle Yoga with Nancy Hayes. Gentle Yoga focuses on gentle movements and relaxation and is suitable for all levels of fitness. Weekly 1-hour classes will begin Tuesday, January 8th at 10:30 a.m. in the Fran Russ Recreation Center. This class is offered on the token system. Tokens can be purchased at the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation office. For more information on the class or purchasing tokens, please contact Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation at (910) 256-7925 . www.townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

DOCUTIME FILM FESTIVAL Saturday, 1/26 marks Wilmington’s 11th annual DocuTime one-day documentary film festival. DocuTime has established a solid reputation for bringing acclaimed documentaries to the big screen in Wilmington and allowing a dedicated community of documentary-lovers to a have a full day of award-winning, enlightening enjoyment. DocuTime takes place at UNCW’s King Hall Auditorium from 10am-6:30pm on Saturday, January 26th.

Tickets are $7 general admission, $5 for seniors, and an All Day Pass is available for $25 ($20 for seniors).

Students are free with ID. Advance tickets may be purchased at Sharky’s Box Office (located at UNCW’s Fisher Student Center, 910.962.4045) or online at etix. com and are available the day of the festival.

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PERFORMANCE CLUB WB Parks & Rec presents winter/spring sessions of Performance Club for kids ages 5-14, featuring performances of “Peter Pan” and “Grease” at the Fran Russ Recreation Center. No auditions necessary, but space is limited to 15 students per age group/per session, so don’t wait to register. Session I – “Peter Pan” Thurs., 1/17-3/14. K-3rd grade 4-5pm (max 15 students) ; 4th-5th 5-6pm (max 15 students). Session II: “Grease,” Thurs., 4/4/-5/30. K-3rd grade 4-5pm (max 15 students); 4th – 5th , 5-6pm (max 15 students) . Pre-reg rqd. Register : Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm. ext (910) 256-7925.

4th DINOSAUR DANCE ad Dinosaur Dance, Fit For Fun Center, 1/18, 9am-noon. eld Ages: 5 and under. Cost: $5/child/Adults: Free. 302 of S. 10th St., 910-341-4630. www.fitforfuncenter.com. nn Here’s a dance for all of our dinosaur fans! This event up- will be one big dinosaur party with age appropriate acde tivities for all. There will be fun music, games, a special ort, snack, and crafts! Children and parents/ caregivers are nd invited to dress in dinosaur gear also! 341-4630 of ng WINTER PARK BASEBALL SIGNUPS It’s time for Spring baseball and softball registration at Winter Park Optimist. Our website is ready for online registration: www.winterparkoptimist.org. Practice beart- gin in early March. Games start early April. Season tle ends I nearly June.Cost is $85 for tee ball through 12 on year olds. Wee ball kids pay $50. our in THEATRE NOW ed Children’s Theater Super Saturday Fun Time. Kid’s live he adventure and variety show. Saturdays. Doors open at ore 11am. $8/$1 off with Kid’s Club Membership. Drop off se service available.Tickets: www.theatrewilmington.com 10) or 910-399-3NOW KIDS COOKING CLASS Kids’ Cooking Class at Wrightsville Beach Park and cu- Rec. Session 2: 4/8-5/20. Participants will learn new as recipe ea. week. Pre-reg. rqd: 910-256-7925 or www. ed townofwrightsbillebeach.com. al- KIDS MAKING IT HIPPIE BALL 2 ers Dust off your best flower power clothes, let your freak oy- flag fly, and join the party of the year! Catered by Bon Au- Appétit, awesome auction far-out drinks, and live muth. sic by The Steady Eddies. Kids Making It Hippie Ball 2, nd 6/29, Brooklyn Arts Center. 15 S. Water St. 28401. s). be W’s tix.

OLD BOOKS ON FRONT 1/19, 6pm,: Karen Bender’s book launch for “A Town of Empty Rooms.” Karen’s fans have waited patiently for her follow up book - and now they will be rewarded! 249 N. Front St. oldbooksonfrontst.com.

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lectures/readings

ARIES (21 Mar. – 20 April) If you would hit the mark, you must aim a little above it,” 19thcentury poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote.

“Every arrow that flies feels the attraction of the earth.” This is good counsel for you to keep in mind during the coming weeks, Aries. I suspect you will have a good, clear shot at a target you’ve been trying to get close to for a long time. Make sure you adjust your trajectory to account for the attraction of the earth.

TAURUS (21 April – 20 May) If you learn a novel idea or a crucial new lesson while you are tipsy or outright blitzed, you will probably forget it when you sober up. And it will remain forgotten as long as you abstain, but there’s a good chance you will recall the vanished information the next time you get loopy. I’m telling you this, Taurus, because even if you haven’t been inebriated lately, you have definitely been in an altered and expanded state of consciousness. I’m afraid that when you come back down to earth in a few days, you might lose some of the luminous insights you’ve been adding to your repertoire. Is there anything you can do to ensure you will retain these treasures?

It would be a shame to lose track of them until the next time your mind gets thoroughly blown open.

GEMINI (21 May – 20 June) Studying the movements of the planets is my main way of discerning the hidden currents of fate. I sometimes supplement my investigations by reading Tarot cards and the Chinese “Book of Changes,” also known as the “I Ching.” To arrive at your horoscope this week, I used all of the above as well as the following forms of prognostication: catoptromancy, which is divination by gazing into a mirror underwater; cyclomancy, or divination by watching a wheel that’s turning; geloscopy, divination by listening to random laughter; and margaritomancy, divination by observing bouncing pearls. Here’s what I found, Gemini: You now have the power to discern previously unfathomable patterns in a puzzling mystery you’ve been monitoring. You also have the ability to correctly surmise the covert agendas of allies and adversaries alike. Maybe best of all, you can discover certain secrets you’ve been concealing from yourself.

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LEO (22 July – 22 Aug.) My readers Paul and Sophie wrote to let me know they have patched together three Latin words to invent a term for a new concept: “vomfiabone.” They say it means “a curse that becomes a blessing.” Here’s an example of the phenomenon at work in their lives: While driving home from work together, they experienced car trouble and had to pull over to the shoulder of the road, where they called a tow truck. Later they discovered this annoying delay prevented them from getting caught in the middle of an accident just up ahead. Extrapolating from the current astrological omens, I’m guessing that you will experience at least one “vomfiabone” in the coming week, Leo! VIRGO (23 Aug. – 22 Sept.) I bet that in the next five months you will be obliged to carry more responsibility than you have in the past. You will find it hard to get away with being lazy or careless.

I suspect that during this time you will also have the privilege of wielding more influence. The effect you have on people will be more pronounced and enduring. In short, Virgo, your workload will be greater than usual—and so will your rewards.

To the degree that you serve the greater good, you will be a major player. As for next few weeks, you should concentrate on the work, service and responsibility part of this equation.

LIBRA (23 Sept. – 23 Oct.) Do you know what a “binky” is? It’s what a rabbit does when it gets so crazily happy that it exuberantly leaps into the air, stretching and twisting its body as it flicks and flops its feet. I’m not sure if lexicographers would allow us to apply this term to humans. Assuming they might, I’m going to predict that you’ll soon be having some binky-inducing experiences.

You’re entering the Joy and Pleasure Season, Libra—a time when abundant levels of fun and wellbeing might be quite normal.

new friends,” essayist Logan Pearsall Smith said “Some of us are cannibals who have eaten the old friends up; others must have ever-renewe audiences before whom to re-enact an ideal ve sion of their lives.” Smith could have been talkin about you Sagittarians in early 2013. According t my interpretation of the astrological omens, yo need some fresh alliances. Their influence will ac tivate certain potentials that you haven’t been abl to access or fully express with the help of you current circle.

CAPRICORN (22 Dec. – 20 Jan.) A Sa Francisco writer named Maneesh Sethi decide he was wasting too much time on the Internet. Hi productivity was suffering. So he hired a woma to sit next to him as he worked to yell at him o slap his face every time his attention wandere off in the direction of Facebook or a funny video It worked. He got a lot more done. While I woul like to see you try some inventive approaches t pumping up your own efficiency, Capricorn, I don necessarily endorse Sethi’s rather gimmicky tech nique. Start brainstorming about some interestin yet practical new ways to enhance your self-disc pline, please.

AQUARIUS (21 Jan. – 19 Feb.) ”Ronnyjohn son618” is a guy who posts his opinions on a wid variety of YouTube videos. Many times, he claim to be an expert in the field he’s commenting on Responding to a live music performance, he say he’s a conductor for an orchestra. Offering hi opinion about a mimosa plant, he asserts that h is a botanist. Beneath other YouTube videos, h declares he is a meteorologist, chemist, psycholo gist, soldier and geometry teacher. I love this guy’ blithe swagger; I’m entertained by the brazen fu he’s having. As you express yourself in the com ing week, I recommend you borrow some of hi over-the-top audacity. Create a mythic persona Imagine your life as an epic story. Play the par of a hero.

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SCORPIO (23 Oct. – 21 Nov.) You know that area on your back you can’t quite reach if you want to scratch it? It’s called your acnestis. I propose that we make it your featured metaphor of the week. Why? Because I suspect you will have to deal with a couple of itchy situations that are just beyond your ability to relieve. Yes, this may be frustrating in the short run, but it will ultimately make you even more resourceful than you already are. By this time next week, you will have figured out alternative solutions that you haven’t even imagined yet.

PISCES (19 Feb. – 20 Mar.) The earliest pe formance artist on record was the ancient Gree philosopher Diogenes of Sinope. In one of his no torious stunts, he wandered around Athens with lit lantern during the daytime, claiming to be look ing for an authentic human being. I recommen you undertake a similar search in the coming days Pisces. You don’t have to be as theatrical about it Limited Time Offer In fact, it might be better to be quite discrete. Bu I think it’s at important for you to locate and interac the following Dairy Queen locations: with• 1517 people whoSt., areWilmington living their lives to the ful Dawson • 5901 Oleander est—devoted to Dr., theirWilmington brightest dreams, commit • 5701 East Oak Island Drive, Long Beach ted •to their highest values, and sworn expres 106 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Supply, NC to 28462 Naber Dr., Shallotte (opening soon) their• 20 highest integrity.

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classes/workshops

NC CONCEALED CARRY CLASSES Affordable Arms is now offering NC Concealed Carry Classes. In an effort to offer a great opportunity for citizens to keep their right to bear arms and better protect themselves, the $100 cost of this course also includes a free 1 year membership to the National Rifle Association (a $35 value). NRA membership details can be found at www.affordablearms.net. Classes fill up quickly, so email us soon to get registered.. Rollin Stone Affordable Arms: (910) 233-0952

ART CLASSES Four weekly sessions, $80 ea. Pre-reg: loislight@bellsouth.net or 910-547-8115. Mondays, 11-1pm: Watercolor. 3-5pm: Acrylic Painting • Tuesdays, 11-1pm, Collage. • Wednesdays, 11am-1pm: Basic Drawing With Pencil and Pen • Wednesdays, 3-5pm. Oil Painting. • Saturdays, 11am-1pm. Drawing With Colored Pencils • Saturdays, 1-3pm. Printmaking.

JOB SEARCH TOOLKIT 1/22, 6pm: Identify what may be getting your job applications screened out, and learn how to get through to decision-makers. Second in a free 3-part Job Search Boot Camp series. • 2/5, 6pm: Craft an individualized job search strategy that demonstrates your qualifications, highlights your strengths, and minimizes distractions. Learn how to access the 70%+ of job opportunities in the hiddenmarket. Last in a free 3-part Job Search Boot Camp series presented by Elisabeth Sanders-Park at Northeast Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd.Ms. Sanders-Park is President of WorkNet Solutions, www.worknetsolutions.com, and author of The 6 Reasons You’ll Get theJob. These workshops are free courtesy of the speaker and the Friends ofthe Library.

Space limited; pre-reg rqd: www.nhclibrary.org.

clubs/notices

HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUNDATION Historic Wilmington Foundation will feature two new walking tours in spring 2013. The Forest Hills Tour will showcase the architectural, social and cultural history of the community. Streetcar Suburbs Tour will focus on Wilmington’s first two suburbs, Carolina Place and Carolina Heights and the development of these historic neighborhoods, the people who lived here, and the preservation process that has made them an integral part of the city’s history. The tour guide will have the opportunity to include historical facts about Wilmington’s history, as well as connect the city to broader movements in the nation’s history. Both tours will include a strong architectural focus too. Tour guides wanted; training begins Jan. Megan Nadeau: 910-762-2511.

HUMANISTS AND FREETHINKERS Meeting of the Humanists and Freethinkers of Cape Fear will be spiced up on Sun., 1/20, 6-8:30pm, with the screening of funny and thought-provoking short videos from Tim Minchin, Qualia Soup, Louis CK, Colbert, Bill Mahr, and many others. With a delicious potluck before and during the show, the evening promises be a warn, hilarious and educational time with a group who appreciates blasphemy at its best! Be sure to bring a dish to share. the organization will collect any items you wish to donate to Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard. tBridge Center, 127-40 S. College Rd (next to the Mexican restaurant in the same shopping center as Ten Pin Alley). Newcomers are welcome to attend. RSVP: www.meetup.com/humanism-182.

LOCAL LEADERS’ NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS CFEDC Presents: Local Leaders’ “New Years Resolutions” for 2013, 1/22, 6-7:30pm. The Cape Fear Economic Development Council is convening a panel for public discussion, plans, and prognostication about 2013. WHQR Gallery at 235 Front Street downtown, beginning at 6:30pm. Event will be immediately preceded by a 6:pm social during which attendees may network over drinks and refreshments. Regional leaders and influencers participating on the panel will be: UNCW Chancellor Gary Miller, Wilmington Arts Council Executive Director Rhonda Bellamy, NC House Representative Rick Catlin, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce President Connie Majure-Rhett, CoWorx visionary and CEO Bryan Kristof, and Associate Director of the South East Health Education Center Brett Waress. Panelists will share their “resolutions” for the coming year for themselves and for our region as a whole. http://capefearedc.org/ HOW WE PAID FOR WWII Jan. meeting of WWII Remembered Group. feat. discussion on how he United States financed World War II through the sale of war bonds and stamps is the topic for the monthly meeting of Southeastern North Carolina’s WWII Remembered Group on 1/23 at the New Hanover County Senior Resource Center, 2222 South College Rd. Presented by regular member Jo Nelson, begins at 10:00 a.m., following refreshments at 9:30.

The group now meets on Wednesdays vice Fridays.

Ms. Nelson will explore how WWII was paid for in the tradition of government borrowing from the Revolution and previous wars. John Nelson at fjn39@ec.rr.com, or 399-7020.

HISTORIC WILMINGTON FOUNDATION Celebrate the foundation’s preservation achievements and meet new board and president with guest speak Dr. Kevin Cherry, on 1/24, 6-7:30pm, Upper Room 1871, Historic Tileston School, 412 Ann St. Reception

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TOPSAIL CHAMBER ANNUAL DINNER Topsail Chamber Annual Dinner, Sat., 1/26, 6-8pm, the Surf City Welcome Center. Tickets $25/person. 910524-2679 THOMAS WOLFE FICTION PRIZE The North Carolina Writers’ Network is still accepting submissions for the 2013 Thomas Wolfe Fiction Prize.

This annual award is administered by poet Anthony S. Abbott, the Charles A. Dana Professor Emeritus of English at Davidson College in Davidson, NC. The Thomas Wolfe Fiction Prize honors internationally celebrated North Carolina novelist Thomas Wolfe. The winner receives $1,000 and possible publication in The Thomas Wolfe Review. The competition is open to all writers regardless of geographical location or prior publication. The postmark deadline is January 30, 2013. Ruth Moose will be the Final Judge.

DORIS BETTS FICTION PRIZE The NC Writers’ Network’s annual Doris Betts Fiction Prize, administered by the NC Literary Review, awards $250 and publication in the NCLR to the author of the winning short story. Up to ten finalists will also be considered for publication. The contest is open to writers with North Carolina connections (who live or have lived in NC), members of the North Carolina Writers’ Network, or subscribers to the NCLR. Process/guidelines: www.nclr.ecu.edu/submissions/submit-online.html.

Deadline: 2/15.

TRIP WITH TRIPLETT Take a “Trip With Triplett” and learn the history of this wonderful city through the Historical Downtonw Wilmington tour. Guide a retired Cape Fear History teacher.

Any time! • Take a “Trip With Triplett” through tranquil Oakdale Cemetery chartered in 1852. Walk the peaceful pathways and learn about the lives of the people that rest there. 910-392-6753 or rltriver@yahoo.com. $3/ children or $8/adults. tripwithtriplett.webs.com

culinary 6TH ANNUAL HOMEBREWERS’ COMPETITION Brew your winning beer on our brewing system with Brewmaster Kevin Kozak and Assistant Brewer Christopher McGarvey of Front St. Brewery! $20 per entry—cash/check (payable to Front St. Brewery). Entries accepted 1/23-2/7 at 9 N. Front St. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each category, as well as one Best In Show award. Beers judged on Sat., 2/9, with the awards ceremony following, 7-10pm, at the Front St. Brewery. Restricted to entrants only due to the number of entries received. Best In Show beer will be brewed and distributed locally by the Front St. Brewery. Requirements: One 6-pack of 12-oz plain brown unmarked bottles or the equivalent, i.e., growlers, fliptops, etc. Each entry must include a completed Entry form, and each bottle must have the completed bottle forms cut out and attached with rubber bands NOT

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STEP UP FOR SOLDIERS 1/26: 30 teams will start with everyone using same meats, at same location, with same time constraints.

Thrown into the mix will be individual rubs, sauces or marinades, grill temperatures and methods of cooking that will leave someone going home with braggin’ rights for the next year. Cook-off will step it up a notch with a pre-contest party on Friday evening featuring two bands, Train Wreck and Beachbilly Brothers, along with food and drink with all open to the public for a nominal admission fee. Carolina Beach Lake at the junction of Lake Park Blvd. and Atlanta Ave. Admission on Saturday is free. Tickets purchased to sample the BBQs after the double-blind judging is completed. Sat. bands, The Cut along with the headliner (to be determined).

Raffles, arts and craft vendors plus more food and drink for purchase. Gates at 11am and prizes will be awarded at 2pm. All to benefit Step Up For Soldiers.Rose McConville at rosemc110@gmail.com. 910-547-0087.

FOOD SAFETY CLASS Food Safety Class for Restaurant Manager offered right techniques for handling, preparing, serving and storing foods safely during the ServSafe Food Safety for Restaurant Managers class offered in three sessions on 1/28, 2/4 and 2/11 at the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce at 4433 Long Beach Rd. Sessions will start at 12:30pm and end at 4:30pm. Students who successfully complete the class and the exam receive a certificate from the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation often seen prominently displayed in restaurants. Fee of $115 is required to cover the cost of the text book, exam and classroom instruction. Books must be picked up in person at the Cooperative Extension office prior to the beginning of the class. 910-253-2610 to register

TASTING HISTORY TOURS Tasting History Tours of Pleasure Island; guided walking tours. $25, www.tastinghistorytours.com. Afternoon of delicious food and education. 910-622-6046.

PLEASURE ISLAND COOKOFF The 17th Annual Pleasure Islnd Chowder Cook-Off is right around the corner...4/13. If you are an area restaurant and you would like to showcase your ‘Chowder’ to approximately 3,000, please contact Gail or Greg at the Chamber Offices. Chowder is any soup with a liquid base (water, cream, etc) and seafood - let’s get creative this year and think outside the box. Deadline: 3/11.

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CULINARY ADVENTURES TOUR Eat your way through ILM’s food history and delights!

Culinary Adventures Tour w/food writer 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

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