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All COlOrs shInE pg. 12-13 Wilmington PrIdE week kicks off June 4 in honor of our GlBtQIA community It’s about acceptance, diversity and banding together as a community to support folks from all walks of life. After all, it takes all kinds to make up our society, and I would have to agree with Wilmington’s Pride’s president TR Nunley when she noted the 2000s as another movement in civil rights. Only this go round, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersexed and asexual (GLBTQIA) individuals are at the forefront. Pride Week kicks off June 4 to celebrate them and their allies for continued support and love.

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“One of Sarah Palin’s supporters is about to release a documentary called ‘The Undefeated.’ That’s like a documentary about Arnold Schwarzenegger called ‘The Faithful.’”

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

artsy smartsy ................. 8-25 8-11 theater: Shea Carver previews three shows opening this week, and Bethany Turner reviews Shakespeare on the Green’s “The Tempest.”

12-13 cover story: Lots to do during Wilmington’s PRIDE week! Shea Carver takes a look at what’s going on.

14-15 film: Pink Sheep Film Festival premieres as part of PRIDE week; Anghus reviews ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.’

16 art: Lauren Hodges explores the world of graffiti in Wilmington.

17 gallery listings: Check out what’s hanging in local art galleries.

18-20 music: Shannon Rae Gentry finds out about The Rosebuds’ return to Wilmington; Danielle Dewar has the skinny on Wilmington Unplugged, showcasing Dirty Bourbon River Show; Bethany Turner gets the low-down on the Carolina Beach Music Festival.

22-25 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing in venues all over town.

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30 food feature: Evan Folds divulges on what food cost truly is and what we’re really ingesting.

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34 nonprofit: Christina Dore speaks with Zac Adair of Panacea Adventures about the upcoming paddle for a cause.

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show was today. I had a good cry with the girls from our book club. On her last show, Oprah explained why she canceled the Apocalypse.”

—David Letterman “President Obama is on a visit to England.

He told the Queen yesterday, ‘I like your tea parties much better than the ones we have in America.’” —Jay Leno “A new study found that cleaning your house can increase stress. Yeah, but so can hiring someone else to do it for you—just ask Maria Shriver.” —Jimmy Fallon “A new Facebook app is coming out that will remind users exactly what they were doing a year ago from that day. Nine times out of 10, the answer will be ‘wasting your time on Facebook.’” —Conan O’Brien “Kirstie Alley did a cartwheel on ‘Dancing With the Stars.’ But President Obama is refusing to release the pictures.” —David Letterman “Oprah said, ‘Nobody but Jesus could have made this happen for me.’ That’s nice; She thanked her Son.” —Jimmy Kimmel “Rudy Giuliani says he may run for president.

So now we’re up to seven candidates and 35 ex-wives.” —Jimmy Fallon “The pastor who incorrectly predicted the Rapture said it was a very tough weekend.

To make it worse, his friends keep calling him saying, ‘Hey, it’s not the end of the world!’”

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NC-made product offered in local salon Gerry Taylor, owner of Landon & Co. Hair Studio, uses Thermafuse as his premier product. Photo by Bethany Turner

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emails until I started chronicling my Live Local experiment in December 2009. Now, I get lots.

It ranges from suggestions about topics to cover or new business openings, to initiatives that existing businesses are implementing (like last week’s mention of The Camellia Cottage’s pamphlet “And Now for Something Completely Local…”). My favorite to date has been from Gerry Taylor of Landon & Co. Hair Studio.

Anyone who has seen me in person will attest that I usually look homeless. That I am covering a salon should shock many, if not most of my acquaintances. It is not an aspiration of mine to continue the “grunge” look; nor is it any personal aversion to the beauty industry. It is just that I am overwhelmed, overworked and broke, so any expenditure on clothing or accessories is purely theoretical for the time being. However, I understand that many women budget money for and spend time at salons and dress shops, and that a lot of consumer spending power is directed at these two segments of the economy.

Located on Water Street, the salon’s owner got in touch to tell us about a product called “Thermafuse,” which is a high-end, salon-quality hair care line sold to and by hairstylists. What makes it stand above any other product on the market is how it is developed and manufactured in North Carolina— Kannapolis to be exact, just outside of Charlotte.

This is interesting from a Live Local standpoint for several reasons: First, the importance of manufacturing to our state economy; second, the opportunity to purchase a product made here and spend

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the money not only in the U.S.A. but in our state; and third, because of the proximity to Kannapolis, much less fossil fuel is expended in bringing it here, and less money is spent on shipping and transport.

We are hearing so much right now in the news about the collapse of American manufacturing. It’s a topic I spend a lot of time thinking about, so I started looking for some numbers about the manufacturing slice of the North Carolina pie. Is it completely gone? Or is it limping back to life? According to the Industrial Extension Service of NC State University, “Manufacturing continues to be the leading contributor to North Carolina’s $398 billion Gross Domestic Product (GDP), at 18.2 percent in 2009, or over $72 billion. In addition, manufacturing employs 15.1 percent of the total workforce, providing above-average wage jobs to more than 500,000 individuals.”

Right now those numbers do not take into account artisan startups, like Wilmington’s own designers, Ruby Assata and Bottle Freaker USA. Still, small ideas are where companies like Thermafuse begin: Someone has a passion or sees a need and works confidently in the direction of fulfilling it. Eventually, the small startup (we hope) flourishes and employs others. Taylor points out (and I agree), “With economic conditions as they are, it is refreshing to see that people are more concerned with supporting local industry.”

Thoughts about environmental impact and economic realities are at the forefront. “I work and I live downtown,” he says. “I don’t put many miles on my car.”

It’s part of his overall approach to conscious business. He listed a specific series of reasons for choosing Thermafuse. “In addition to being made in North Carolina, all of the products are 100 percent sulfate, salt and paraben-free. They are also 100 percent vegan. An additional plus is they contain something called ‘HeatSmart Complex.’ This means that the products work great alone, but if you add heat from a blow dryer or iron, you get additional conditioning and protection. We find that our clients love the products, and from a stylist’s viewpoint, the products respond as they promise.”

Joan Loch, co-owner of Crescent Moon and a client of the salon, agrees. “I used the Supporte Working Spray and [Gerry] introduced it to me.”

As a small business owner, she says the option to support NC business plays a role in her decisions: “Absolutely! Local and regional is always the best!”

The beauty industry has struggled long with images of animal testing, and dangerous or destructive products (the platinum bleaches causing baldness leap to mind as well as the dyeing of eyelashes leading to blindness, among others).

Thermafuse sounds like a truly responsible answer to many concerns.

Taylor adds, “I am pleased with my decision to carry it as our signature product line, and I feel even better knowing that I am supporting a North Carolina business in the process.”

To learn more about Thermafuse, visit Landon & Co.’s Facebook page. There is a wonderful instructional video, as well as info about the salon and the manufacturing company.

NewsoftheWeird with Chuck Shepherd LEAD STORY Ellenbeth Wachs, 48, was arrested in Lakeland, Fla., in May on a complaint that she “simulated” a sex act in front of a minor.

In a March incident, Wachs, after receiving medication for her multiple sclerosis, was awakened at 8:30 a.m. by her 10-year-old neighbor boy’s clamorous basketball game, near Wachs’ window. After unsuccessfully beseeching the boy for quiet, Wachs hoping, perhaps, to make a point about noisy neighbors began moaning out the window (while remaining out of sight), “Oh, John!

Oh! John!” over and over at increased shrillness as if in the throes of orgasm. The basketball-playing stopped, but the incident was not a teaching moment. The boy’s father, Otto Lehman, called the police and filed for an order of protection against Wachs.

Compelling Explanations Dalia Dippolito, 30, of Boynton Beach, Fla., was convicted in May of hiring a hit man to kill her husband, but not before offering an ultramodern defense: Her lawyer told the jury that it was all a fake scheme to pitch a reality-TV show about one spouse’s ordering a hit on the other (and that her husband, Michael, had origi-

nally come up with the idea). As Dippolito’s plan unfolded, her boyfriend alerted police, who set up a sting and witnessed Dippolito dictating exactly what she wanted done. (In fact, the sting itself was captured on video for the “Cops” TV show.) Michael denied any involvement, and the jury appeared not to give her story any credence.

“Wrong” Impressions: The Sergeants Benevolent Association, fighting back in April against corruption charges (that its NYPD officers often “fix” traffic tickets for celebrities, high officials and selected “friends”) claimed in a recorded message reported in The New York Times that such fixes are merely “courtesy,” not corruption.

A 20-year-old Jersey City, N.J. gym member claimed “criminal sexual contact” in March, acknowledging that while she had given a male club therapist permission to massage her breasts and buttocks, she had been under the impression that he was gay.

When another gym member told her that the therapist has a girlfriend, she called the police.

Quite a Disease, That Lyme: Marilyn Michose, 46, was referred for medical evaluation in May after she was spotted roaming

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the lobby of the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City wearing neon pink panties on top of her street clothes, with a .25-caliber Beretta visible in her jacket pocket, and speaking gibberish. According to Michose’s mother, Marilyn had overmedicated for her Lyme disease. A restraining order, to keep away from Sarah Palin and her family, was extended in May against Shawn Christy, 19, of McAdoo, Pa., by a magistrate in Anchorage, Alaska. Christy has admitted to traveling to Alaska to meet Palin, to making numerous telephone calls to her, and to once threatening to sexually assault her. According to a 2009 psychiatric evaluation ordered by the Secret Service, Christy appeared to suffer from “latent onset” Lyme disease.

Ironies Erie County (N.Y.) jail officials suspended guards Lawrence Mule, a 26-year veteran, and James Conlin, a 29-year veteran, after they scuffled at the County Correctional Facility on April 21, reportedly over a bag of chips. An inmate had to break up the fight.

An anti-terrorism drill scheduled for Pottawattamie County, Iowa, in March, which was to practice community co-ordination after an attack by a hypothetical white supremacist group angry about illegal immigration, had to be canceled. The sheriff said callers claiming to be white supremacists were angry at being picked on as “terrorists” and had threatened a school in Treynor, Iowa, with an attack that closely resembled the kind of imagined attack that would have preceded the simulated drill.

In April, officials in the northern Swedish city of Angermanland temporarily shut down the operator of a colonic cleansing service, and issued fines because it was not up to code. It had insufficient restroom facilities, thus requiring some of its clients to cleanse their colons in front of other clients.

I Demand My Rights!

The lawyer for Charles Wilhite expressed shock in a formal motion before the court after his client’s murder trial in Springfield, Mass., in April (in which Wilhite was convicted). How could it be, he asked the judge, that despite having to evaluate 19 witnesses and examine 55 pieces of evidence, the jury could so quickly have decided (three hours total) that Wilhite and his partner Angel Hernandez were guilty? (The lawyer insinuated that the jury had thus been inattentive or biased, but did not mention the possibility that Wilhite and Hernandez were so obviously guilty that no more time was necessary.)

Signs of the Times “Dog Stylist” Dara Foster (“I show people how to live together with their dogs in a stylish way”) told a TV audience recently that some dog owners are dressing their pooches in “’80s-inspired punk,” “giving way to a grunge movement in dog fashion, I swear to God.” The ubiquitous TV guest and apparel designer estimates that since Americans already spend $47 billion a year

on pets, they need more than ever to know what’s hot: fluorescent styling gel, for example, and precooked meals for dogs, and owners getting matching tattoos with their dogs, and a recently spotted synthetic mullet wig for dogs.

Putting Fannies in the Pews: Two Strategies To hype attendance for Easter services this year, Lindenwald Baptist Church in Hamilton, Ohio, raffled off $1,000 on Easter Sunday. As a result, attendance more than doubled, to 1,137 (including 1,135 raffle losers). A month earlier, Pastor John Goodman of the Houston Unity Baptist Church tried a different approach, calling on parishioners to cede their income-tax refunds to the church and warning that anyone who failed to come to the aid of the church is a “devil” and could be refused communion.

Least Competent Criminals People Who Didn’t Think It Through: Joseph Price, 61, left the PNC Bank in Okeechobee, Fla., empty-handed on May 6 despite having passed the teller a note demanding a “sack full of cash.” However, he hadn’t brought a sack with him, and the teller said she didn’t have one, either. He was arrested seven minutes after leaving the bank.

Joseph Brice, 21, of Clarkston, Wash., was indicted in May on one count of having manufactured a bomb in 2010. Brice inadvertently called attention to himself by ordering his bomb components under the name of (Oklahoma City bomber) “Timothy McVeigh.”

The Jesus and Mary World Tour (all-new!)

In December, the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay, Wis., announced it had received approval to designate a site in Champion, Wis., as the 11th official, Vatican-authorized location of a Virgin Mary apparition (witnessed by a nun in 1859). Meanwhile, these recent bootleg public appearances were reported: Yucca Valley, Calif., in April (Jesus on the petal of a poppy plant). Brisbane, Australia, in March (Jesus on a pie from the Posh Pizza restaurant). Los Angeles in February (Jesus on a rocking chair). Pequabuck, Conn., in February (Mary in an ice formation on a neighbor’s roof). Comal County, Texas, just north of San Antonio, in December (Mary, “floating” on the wall of an apartment building). Elwood, Ind., in December (Jesus on a woman’s chest X-ray).

A News of the Weird Classic (March 1990) On Halloween day (1989), Tallahassee, Fla., K-Mart employee Jeff Sablom was taking a break in the back of the store to try on the Batman costume he had planned to wear to a party that night when a security guard asked for his help to apprehend a shoplifter.

Said the guard later, “You should have seen that man’s eyes when he looked back and saw Batman chasing him.” Sablom recovered four cartons of cigarettes and two videocassettes.

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by Shea Carver

Suzanne Nystrom, Monnie Whitson and Jane Mcneill-Balter perform in ‘The Hallelujah Girls.’ Photo by Michele Seidman.

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tainment this weekend, from comedy to drama to mystery. Big Dawg Productions, Cape Fear Theatre Arts and Porch Theatre Company will open “The Hallelujah Girls,” “Lady” and “Clue!” respectively. We caught up with each to find out what audiences can expect upon curtain call.

The Hallelujah Girls Cape Fear Playhouse • 613 Castle St. June 2-5, 9-12 and 16-19, 8 p.m., or Sun., 3 p.m.

(June 3 performance: Sold Out!) $18 GA/$15 students and seniors $10 on Thursdays www.bigdawgproductions.org “This show reminds me to live while I’m still alive!”

Michele Seidman, director of Big Dawg Productions’ latest play, “The Hallelujah Girls,” says. Opening this weekend at Cape Fear Playhouse, Seidman steps out of her normal singing (Michele and the Midnight Blues) and acting (“Empire Records”) shoes to take over the directing reigns of an estrogen-filled cast.

“The show has six women and two men,” she says. “There is no way to watch and not laugh, male or female. I know all the lines, and sometimes I still burst out so bad my eyes water.”

The story takes place in the South—Eden Falls, Georgia, to be specific—at a church-turned-day-spa.

Here, a group of friends rediscover life’s meaning after one of their close pals, Vonda Joyce, dies.

“The script hit home in many ways,” Seidman says, admitting to her own battles with health recently. “While Vonda was alive, she failed to really live. I have gone through some tough stuff in the last

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few years; it forced me to retreat because it created limitations. I sort of stopped living. But it did not kill me! I can change my fate, unlike Vonda.

This show reminds me to live while I am alive. The selfish side of me wants to laugh more, and by directing this, I am!”

The friends in the show consist of Sugar Lee (Jane McNeill Balter), Carlene (Monnie Whitson), Crystal (Emily Graham), Mavis (Charlotte Hackman), Bunny (Suzanne Nystrom) and Nita (Holli Sapperstein). While the humor spreads across the board, from dealing with needy family to bad bosses to widowed friends, the appeal is tenfold. The women are bringing depth and range, not to mention a bevy of infectious laughter to Wilmington.

“During their journey, the ‘girls’ as a collective become the little engine that could,” Seidman says, “as they overcome one obstacle after another, even though they are the under dogs. . . . Call it the ‘Rudy’ effect. You know how bad you want him to make it on the field? You feel the same way for these women. You want them to make it.”

Their characteristics envelop a wide range, too.

The flaky, the bawdy, the showoff, the know it all— they’re all here. And a few men are alongside them.

“Ron Hasson keeps Bobby likeable even when you think you should hate him,” Seidman says, “and you would never know Carter McKaughan is fairly new to acting because he brings ‘blow hard’ Porter to life.”

In the end the actors sculpt their roles with exciting details, but it couldn’t have been done without the writing team of Jessie Jones, Nicolas Hope and Jamie Wooten, otherwise known as “America’s

three funniest playwrights.” JonesHopeWooten are known for comedies like “Dearly Beloved,” “Christmas Belles” and “Southern Hospitality.” The have celebrated 1,300 productions worldwide, and “The Hallelujah Girls” continues to spread wonky Southern charm across the equator.

“Somehow they managed to flush out characters, bring them to life, pepper it with great humor and still keep it cohesive,” Seidman notes. “If one person had written this, it would still be genius; the fact three authors pulled this off is magic in itself.”

Lady Thalian Hall Studio Theatre • 610 Chestnut St. June 1-4, 8-12 and 15-19, 8 p.m. • $14 www.thalianhall.com The political climate of America is under much scrutiny—more now than ever. Many say it stemmed from the 2001 fated day of September 11. Outlooks and belief systems fundamentally shifted. When theatre can embrace the mold of society and reflect it in a way that’s as entertaining as it is conceptual, something enlightening is born.

Dan Morris, local actor and director, lends his talented hands to Cape Fear Theatre Arts’ latest play, “Lady,” opening this week. The production follows three childhood friends on a hunting excursion, wherein their mores are revealed and impend upon their connectivity as adults. Played by Justin Smith, Gil Johnson and Jon Stafford, the seasoned cast embodies a multitude of talent.

“I see these roles as expressing three attitudes that have emerged since [9/11],” Morris states. “I would leave it to the audience to discover the dif-

MEN-DING FRIENDSHIPS: Jon Stafford, Justin Smith and Gil Johnson perform in Cape Fear Theatre Art’s latest show, “Lady.” Courtesy photo. Courtesy photo.

ferences and how their relationships have changed in the past decade.”

Playwright of the Drama Desk award-winning “The Pavilion,” Craig Wright, who wrote “Lady,” debuted as a TV writer in 2001’s HBO series “Six Feet Under,” which earned him an Emmy nomination. He continued seeing success on shows like “Lost” while writing scripts for the stage. 2009’s “Lady” uncovers the raveling edges of friendship and the inevitable changes many people go through while their country’s in the midst of war. Though the story’s premise seems simple enough, the character revelations become a stomping ground of fodder on patriotism, Iraq and apathy.

“While issues are stated and faced, the play does not turn didactic,” Morris ensures.

“Wright gives each character a unique voice.

I think we have all known the people represented here. They have dimension and swing easily from the serious, to the mundane, to the humorous. It is obvious their relationship is deeply rooted.”

Morris’ 20-year experience on Wilmington’s theatre scene—on at least 75 productions— clearly gives him veteran status. However, his connection to Broadway runs deep, too, as he worked on “Glenngarry Glen Ross” and “On Golden Pond,” along with actors like Patti LuPone and the legendary Mr. George Abbott. He pulls from all experiences to bring the most inspired performances to light.

“It is my hope that as a director I can readily relate to actors,” he says. “Each has his own process. I trust actors to get where they need to go. With any luck I can assist along the way. As an actor I mind my own business.

As a director I am in everyone’s business.

Ideally it is a collaborative effort.”

Cape Fear Theatre Arts (CFTA), an arm of City Stage Productions, hosts its second show of the season at Thalian Hall Studio on June 1. “It has been a goal for some time for Justin Smith and Gil Johnson, two of CFTA’s producers, to begin incorporating a studio season,” Nick White, City Stage’s company

manager, says. “It’s because of the success of City Stage that they are able to do it now.

A studio season typically requires a more intimate space . . . We are certainly not saying goodbye to the venue at City Stage, and we will be back up there for our 2011/2012 main stage season.”

Clue!

Front Street Brewery • 9 N. Front St. June 2, 9, 16 and 23, 6:30 p.m. $40 (includes dinner) www.porchtheatre.com The famed Hasbro whodunnit board game returns to downtown Wilmington, as Porch Theatre Company reignites live action at Front Street Brewery on June 2. Ms. Scarlet, Colonel Mustard and Professor Plum are only a few among the ranks of the murder mystery and mayhem.

Suzzan Smith, director of Porch, has successfully staged the show before as a part of the dinner theatre’s ongoing season. However, each time she returns with a new premise to stump the audience.

“This time the action takes place in the mansion of Mr. Boddy,” Smith reveals. With the audience acting out the role of detective, clues are given throughout the show to help them solve who killed Mr. Boddy and with what weapon.

“At the beginning of the show, two audience members are invited to pick from a deck of cards,” Smith explains. “In addition to determining the details of the crime, the cards also determine what lines Mr. Boddy will speak at various times in the show, which then gives clues to the solution of his murder.”

The cast—or “game pieces” as Smith refers—include Heather Setzler, John Markas, Maxwell Paige III, Matt Malloy, Pat Maloney, Damond Nelson and Smith herself. The mystery not only comes with a bevy of personalities to work through upon suspicion, but it all takes place over dinner.

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commanders of the stage: Shakespeare Youth Company entertains with ‘The Tempest’

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Shakespeare’s catalog sometimes presents itself difficult to comprehend and, therefore, boring. It’s a stereotype that teenagers forced to study his dramas and sonnets will inevitably roll their eyes over, fall asleep to or find an excuse to skip class altogether. This is not the case for the cast of “The Tempest,” a show that is part of the 2011 season of Shakespeare on the Green at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

Its youth company, under the lead of director Cherri McKay, weren’t merely subjected to rehearsals, in which lines and blocking were memorized, the students actually sat down and thoroughly delved into the playwright.

They dissected each word of the book not only for language but the story as a whole.

“The Tempest” opens during a massive storm in which several characters find themselves lost in a shipwreck. The production begins with a beautifully choreographed dance to an avant-garde string mix of The Doors’ “Riders on the Storm.” The dancers are Prospera’s sprites, clad in flowing, wispy fabric. In this production, Prospera, played by Tamara Mercer, is actually the Usurped Duchess of Milan, rather than the duke as Shakespeare originally wrote. “We always have more gals than guys, so we changed some of the roles into women,” McKay explains.

Mercer is an adult actor, cast to provide younger members of the production helpful advice based on her experiences. She, along with Caylan McKay as Stephano the drunken butler and Katelyn Rondinaro as Alonsa the Queen of Naples, is a “performance educator.” They each work with small groups of the cast to help the show reach its full potential.

The audience is introduced to Miranda, the daughter of Prospera, played by Kayleigh Payne. Payne’s Miranda is sweet and certainly naive. She’s a quiet girl, who doesn’t seem to understand the anger of her mother. Prospera was the one to concoct the swells and lightning of the tempest, which sank the ship that Alonsa and Antonio (Prospera’s brother and now the Duke of Milan, played by Leavitt Browning-Howe) boarded. Prospera’s seeking to take her title back; revenge is apparently a subject Miranda can’t comprehend, and Payne is able to convey this in her innocence.

After enlightening Miranda on her past, Prospera beckons forth her top magical agent: Ariel (Quincy Rife), a playfully mischievous character. Rife is definitely one to watch in the role, as she transforms that which on paper seems small and uses it to command the stage. Ariel is the lead sprite, the one Prospera relies on to carry out her will. The only price Ariel asks is freedom, and desire crosses Rife’s face as her character discusses the

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possibility that Prospera set her free. In these situations, Rife’s Ariel is like a child waiting for praise. She is eager to please so that she may one day be granted the freedom she seeks.

The delightfully entertaining Lily Zukerman plays Caliban, Prospera’s servant. Despite her youth, she probably gives the best performance of the show. Caliban despises her master, and like a snake, hisses and coils when she’s reprimanded. The character is an orphan, and has learned everything from Prospera. Zukerman’s Caliban is like a savage raised by wolves, and although it’s amusing to see a child portray this, it’s also surprising that she can bring to life a role so off-the-wall with biting command.

As the show progresses, Ferdinand, a noble young prince, son of Alonsa, played by Patrick Basquill, is introduced. Upon seeing Miranda, he’s instantly in love—so instant, in fact, they’re essentially married within minutes of meeting. Like Payne, Basquill conveys a heavy dose of gullibility. The two showcase puppy love with ease.

The supporting cast are a delight to watch, too. The girls flit about in song and dance, while the reapers bring to life the exact opposite of breezy existence. They are sufficiently creepy, entering the stage with flashlights under their faces, hidden by ghoulish masks. The evil spirits are set upon Caliban and his three newfound friends, Stephano and the Trinculos. In this production, Trinculo #1 and a Trinculo #2 (Marlee Zay and Grace Christian) are both court jesters. Zay and Christian speak perfectly matched, like twins delivering their punch lines. Along with Caylan McKay and Zukerman, they were the comic relief of “The Tempest.” The four worked harmoniously on stage.

The set will impress, especially when considering this company works only with volunteers.

Though, the audience wouldn’t necessarily be able to tell in the scenery. There are no changes; it remains a wooded area. For a play that takes place on an island 99 percent of the time, it works. The set has many levels, cutouts and hideaways, proving it can be thoroughly dynamic without creating actual new scenes. With the play’s constant motion, the audience never quite knows where the actors will come from next.

In essence, “The Tempest” is all about betrayal and the course of revenge taken by those affected. Still, it has a happy ending. Prospera

SHAKESPEAREAN YOUTH: Youngsters bring to life the Brit bard in the Shakespeare Youth Company’s latest production, ‘The Temptest.’ Photo by Bethany Turner.

finds peace in the goodness surrounding her,

sending the rest of the cast back to Italy in calm seas, eventually setting Ariel free. Each character returns to the place he and she belong, and as the story completes, the Shakespeare Youth Company prove the Brit bard can captivate an audience of all ages.

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Pride Week kicks off June 4

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It stands for support. It exists to bring together groups throughout the community for a peaceful celebration of every type of person in its makeup. Cities nationwide have celebrations for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transexual, questioning, intersexed and asexual (GLBTQIA) people; Wilmington is among them.

Taking place June 4 through 12, Pride Week has undergone a few changes from its previous inception. Once headed by OutWilmington, today Wilmington Pride (WP) oversees the festival. Founded in November of 2010, WP seeks to promote equality, raise awareness, invoke education and present support to its citizens in all ways possible. President of WP, TR Nunley, says the organization has a lasting impact.

“We are within the throes of a new civil rights movement regarding LGBT communities. Why should the families we have not have the same rights as everyone else?” she asks. “Because we are different we can’t get married, have second-parent adoptions, freedom from discrimination in the workplace, and same-sex partner benefits. We are the only minority that gets bullied at home, school, church and society, and we need to show the next generation that there is a family of GLBTQIA members waiting for them, with open arms willing to accept them no matter who they want to love.“ Pride Week manifests as a celebration of divergence and compliance, ensuring a host of events that continue bringing entertainment and education to its masses. With a Pride pass, currently on sale for $50 a person or $80 a couple, folks can enjoy a dozen or so events for free or half price. Live music, theatre, picnics and potlucks, T-dances and fusion dance parties, along with the firstever GLBTQIA-friendly Pink Sheep Film Festival (page 14) are on the agenda.

“During the festival we will be working on the ‘It Gets Better Project’ and filming local community members,” Nunley discloses. “While many of these teens couldn’t see a positive future for themselves, we can. The ‘It Gets Better Project’ is a national program that was created to show young LGBT people the levels of happiness, potential and positivity their lives will reach—if they can just get through their teen years. ‘It Gets Better’ wants to remind teenagers in the LGBT community that they are not alone.”

Pride Week kicks off with this message at its forefront during Chasity Scott’s “Lavender Monologues.” Following will be eight days of celebration.

Here’s a look ahead.

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Lavendar Monologues (Also takes place the 5th and 9th) Thurs. and Sat., 7 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.

16 Taps • 127 Princess Street $10 or half off w/pass, Sat/Sun; free, Thurs.

Written by Chasity Scott, the “Lavender Monologues” follows the heart-wrenching stories surrounding gay and transgender suicide. Scott became inspired after learning about a the death of a friend.

“The young man who committed suicide was told by his brother he would rather have him dead than be a faggot,” Nunley explains.

“Later in the day, the 15-year-old hung himself from his ceiling fan in his brother’s bedroom.”

Studies have shown suicide numbers increase among the GLBTQIA community because of the prevalence of homophobia in modern society. In fact, the Suicide Prevention Resource Center noted a 30 to 40 percent ratio of GLBTQIA citizens who attempt to take their lives, making it the leading cause of death between 15- and 24-year-olds of the same group.

“Transgender stories for the youth community is especially important to me,” Nunley says, “because in the last two months I have recently come out to my family, friends and community as transgender—a process I have been struggling with for about a year.”

The “Lavender Monolgues” covers the trials and tribulations many people face during their outted stages. “It brings to light fictional and factual stories that give insight into the lives of GLBTQIA individuals, their moments and days before their death,” Nunley says.

Told through the eyes of those who have passed, the goal of the play is to become a nationwide model of speech and education. It’s to help people triumph over their struggles, and realize there are resources and an abundance of support and love to overcome bullying and depression. Performed from Wilmington’s gay youth community, there is limited seating for all three shows: June 4, 5 and 9; $10 tickets are available now.

Sunday, June 5th

Pride Week Kickoff Party 6 p.m.-9 p.m. • Free The George on the Riverwalk 128 South Water Street

LIVE MUSIC: Don’t miss the sounds of the Dirty Dakotas, with Stephanie and Christ Hart, during the Potluck Picnic and Pride Rally on Saturday at Snow’s Cut Park, Shelter 3. Courtesy photo.

Located on the Cape Fear River in downtown Wilmington, The George on the Riverwalk is the only dock ‘n’ dine restaurant located in Wilmington’s historic district. They serve fresh seafood from Wrightsville Beach’s Mott’s Seafood, and will serve heavy hors d’œuvre and drink specials. Folks can comedressed casually and enjoy the live music that will play on the deck.

To reserve a spot, check out Facebook: www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/event. php?eid=150184698384872.

The Cabaret Toolbox • 2325 Burnett Boulevard Free with Pride pass Located in the Sunset Park area of Wilmington, just on the outskirts of downtown, the Toolbox hosts an evening of pizzazz with their drag-queen cabaret show. Led by its director Destiny Speaks, the ladies get all dolled up for one saucy show, including performers Ashlee Amore, Ellen De Marlo and Hellena Handbasquet. Showtime is 11 p.m.

Monday, June 6th

Ladies Night!

Costello’s Piano Bar • 211 Princess St. Free One of downtown Wilmington’s coziest hideaways, Costello’s, is a sing-a-long spot, bringing in talented musicians to keep patrons forever entertained. From 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Monday evening, Kim Dicso will be tickling her skilled hands on the ivories and

serenading sweet somethings in everyone’s ears.

The show is free, and the fun gets underway at 7 p.m. Costello’s stays open until 2 a.m.; drink specials will be served to Pride pass holders. Black-tie optional.

Tuesday, June 7th

Family Fun Night Jungle Rapids • 5320 Oleander Drive $5-$10 Bring the kids—or just the kid in you—to Jungle Rapids on Tuesday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The fun center will have all arcade games ready for action, as well as go-kart rides, Jungle golf and a climbing wall! They’ll be selling two activities and 20 tokens for $10; Pride pass holders can purchase them for only $5.

Wednesday, June 8th

PRIDE Invasion and Karaoke Front Street Brewery • 26 Front Street Ibiza • 118 Market Street Free With encouragement for a group sing-a-long to Lady GaGa’s “Born This Wayâ€? from Pride Week organizers, Wilmington Pride, the invasion welcomes participants to Front Street Brewery first. Why? To invade the bar, which will be open on the third floor from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. People can mingle and enjoy live music from Jane Houseal.

Afterward, from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., everyone can head over to Ibiza for one massive lyric challenge after another. Karaoke will be hosted by Ashley Williamson Lord. Lady Gaga attire welcome (except maybe no meat dresses, please!).

Thursday, June 9th

Drag King Show Ibiza • 118 Market Street Free with Pride pass • $10 without The queens strutted their stuff Sunday night at the Toolbox. Now, the kings will reign royalty at Ibiza. The midnight show will personify male stereotypes to no avail, and include a hefty amount of dancing, singing and quite impressive transformations. It will feature Austin Banghur, Mr. Diamond and Michael Carter, and will be hosted by Tara Nicole Brooks.

Friday, June 10th

Pink Sheep Film Festival Jengo’s Playhouse • 815 Princess Street $7/ adv or $10/door or $5/Pride pass $5 after-party drink cup See page 14.

Tara Nicole’s Funhouse Ibiza • 118 Market Street Half off with Pride pass This bodacious show will encompass allthings flamboyant! And there are two performances in store as to not miss a thing. Taking place at Ibiza, Tara Nicole is Wilmington’s premier drag queen icon who titillates with

curvaceous moves and a captivating persona.

The bar will be open from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., but times for her Funhouse show are 10:30 p.m. and 12:15 a.m.

Week will go out with a bang with these guys leading the helm.

DJ Willie Stylez Toolbox • 2325 Burnett Boulevard Free with Pride pass Known as Music Madness Night, DJ Willie Stylez will be turning tunes for folks to shake and break down on the dance floor. There will also be $3 drink specials and $2 beer.

Pride T-Dance Level 5 • 21 N. Front St., 5th floor 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. $5 or free with Pride pass It’s a traditional way to wind down theweekend. Originally, a women’s only soirÊe, during Pride Week WP has opened it to all GLBTQIA members. The dance takes place from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., featuring tunes by DJ Mandy. Participants will be able to enjoy the best view of the sun setting over the Cape Fear River, as Level 5 provides a perfect backdrop, overlooking downtown Wilmington.

Saturday, June 11th

“Born This Wayâ€? Flash Mob Ibiza Parking Lot • 118 Market Street 11:11 a.m., sharp! • Free Little monsters will have their paws up on the downtown streets of Wilmington on Saturday morning. Celebrating the message that Lady Gaga so emphatically sings in “Born This Way,â€? Wilmington will see its first flash mob.

Folks will meet in the Ibiza parking lot, at the corner of 2nd and Market. To be a part of the mob, participants need to RSVP on Facebook by searching “Born this Way Flash Mob,� or e-mail Wilmingtonpride@gmail.com. Where the mob will descend remains a secret until minutes before the performance.

Potluck Picnic and Pride Rally Snow’s Cut Parl, Shelter 3 • River Road 1 p.m.-5 p.m. • Free What better way to connect and share with each other than over lunch in a park? Participants can bring a covered dish to share with everyone at Snow’s Cut Park, Shelter 3 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Stonewall Democrats will provide hamburgers, hotdogs and veggie burgers.

It’s one of the most important events culminating throughout the festival and includes live music from Susan Savia, Social NV and Rhodestown Duo, along with Stephanie Muccia-Hart and Chris Hart from the Dirty Dakotas, who performed during the local National Coming Out Day Pride Rally last fall. Keynote speakers will include Chasity Scott, the writer and director of the “Lavender Monologues,� as well as Wilmington Pride board members and PFLAG organization members.

Fusion Dance Party Ibiza • 118 Market Street 9 p.m.- 2 a.m.

Half off with Pride pass Again, the party continues Saturday night at Ibiza with famed DJ Daniel Kristopherre from Miami, Florida, taking over the turntables. Kristopherre stamps an innovative approach to meshing house and dance music, and makes sure to connect with dancers whether playing tunes or performing on his own accord.

Male Entertainment Toolbox • 2325 Burnett Boulevard Free with Pride pass Again, the males take over the Toolbox, in an effort to showcase their moves and perform to the maximum capacity of gaiety. Pride

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vide anti-bullying programs in schools, along with creating a Domestic Partner Registry to recognize same-sex relationships.�

In the end it’s about love—something that should have no restraints.

Though Pride Week opens conversations about issues facing the GLBTQIA community, it’s not without a larger purpose: to gain exposure at more fundamental levels within society. Nunley hopes our city will come to see the importance of remaining a diverse, interactive community of team players. “Like Asheville and Durham has already done, I would also love for the City of Wilmington to sign a gay rights resolution that would extending the city’s employment discrimination clause to include ‘sexual orientation,’ ‘gender’ and ‘gender identity or expression,’� she says. “And enacting an anti-bullying ordinance for all city institutions and grounds, and pro-

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baa, baa, pink sheep: Meet the organizers of a new GLBTQIA-themed film fest

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out Wilmington this week, it’s only fitting that a town with such an active film community view the stories of GLBTQIA (lesbian, gay, bisexual, questioning, intersexed and asexual) citizens from around the country. The Pink Sheep Film Festival was founded by two who know the film community well: Lynn Casper, DJ, activist, artist and social media director for Working Films; and film student Channing Duke. encore sat down with the pair to discuss the festival and how celebrations like it are helping to make GLTBQIA community members anything but sheepish. encore: How are you involved with the film community around here?

Lynn Casper: I was a programmer for Cucalorus [Film Festival] last year.

Channing Duke: I am a film student at CFCC and was involved with Cucalorus last year as a volunteer for the screening department. e: How did you two meet?

CD: I met Lynn through the Wilmington Pride Facebook page after mentioning that a film festival would be fun for Pride Week.

Afterward, Lynn contacted me and told me about an idea she had been throwing around as well. e: So how did the film festival form?

LC: There were a good amount of GLBTQIAthemed film submissions to Cucalorus. Dan [Brawley, director of Cucalorus,] suggested we have a night dedicated to them after Cucalorus. I’m also a board member of Wilmington Pride, so when we started planning events for this year, I contacted Dan about doing a screening night. He was totally down,

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especially because it was in tangent with an already-existing event that would be sure to bring people out.

CD: The first thing I started doing was researching films in order to contact filmmakers to submit. e: What can the public expect to see at the festival?

LC: There is a very diverse selection of films. We will be showing a block of shorts and two 30-minute feature films, “Put This on the Map” and “Whistlin’ Dixie.” e: How is the festival adding to Pride Week?

LC: Since Wilmington is always bustling with filmmakers and with the growth and success of film festivals in the area, we wanted to create something catered to the GLBTQIA community. We just wanted to provide an event that is fun while sharing the stories of its people. It’s such a diverse group and there are so many stories to share. e: Why is it important to share the stories of this community?

LC: It crosses into different races, religions, socio-economic statuses, and questions gender and sexuality in ways that aren’t black and white. There are so many discussions to be had, and we wanted this festival to be something that anyone would be interested in attending, whether they identify as gay or are an ally or just want to expand their knowledge on something that is unfamiliar to them.

CD: As far as Pride Week in general, we wanted to create a bunch of different events to appeal to all kinds of people. There are so many small towns outside of Wilmington, and so many GLBTQIA people whom live in those areas that may feel isolated from a supportive community. We want Wilmington to be that support for them. e: Is there a way for future generations of Pink Sheep to get involved with the festival?

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SENSE OF PRIDE: Channing Duke and Lynn Casper founded the Pink Sheep Film Festival taking place June 10 as part of PRIDE Week, June 4-12.

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LC: We hope to maintain momentum and do reoccurring film screenings throughout the year—and to partner up with other groups in town. UNCW’s GLBTQIA resource center started doing a queer film series, so we hope to work together with them to reach out to the community beyond campus. e: Exciting! So what does the day-of itinerary look like?

LC: Films will start at 7 p.m. and run till 10 p.m. all on Friday night, June 10, at Jengo’s Playhouse. There will be an after-party in the backyard of Jengo’s immediately following, and we will be projecting music videos curated

by HOMOGROUND, a queer music website that produces a weekly podcast featuring queer and allied bands. The party is free, and booze will be plentiful with $5 all-you-can-drink cups. Oh, and there’s a rumor that there might be some sheep running around.

Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the door; Pride pass holders get in for $5; $5 drink cup for afterparty.

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The Love Permit Cappuccino Punch Me Pay No Attention to the Man in a Bear Suit Back to Life Bedfellows

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Put This on the Map Whistlin’ Dixie

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of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” films.

Monetarily, it’s easy: three films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide. A movie franchise based on a popular Disney World attraction somehow managed to become a cultural phenomenon, and propelled Johnny Depp into superstardom. Depp has achieved such a level of success that even when he stars in complete garbage, he comes out shining.

Case in point: “The Tourist.” Also starring Angelina Jolie, the movie was universally panned, loathed by audiences and critics, and yet managed to make $200 million, even garnering him a Golden Globe nomination.

When failures still make hundreds of millions of dollars and get unwarranted award nominations, I’d say someone has achieved the highest level of celebrity. Depp can thank Captain Jack Sparrow.

Anybody walking into the downtown Port City Java knows what I’m talking about. For some reason there’s a portrait of Depp as Jack Sparrow behind the register. It’s been there as long as I can remember, a daily reminder of the significance of the series. Most people figured we’d seen the last of the old “Pirates” at the conclusion of the third installment. All the threads were wrapped up.

Then one day someone figured out there’s still a lot of money to be made. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer put together another “Pirates” film, allowing Depp to chew scenery, swordfight and act like a ponce. It would be easy to give a fourth film like “On Stranger Tides” a pass. There is not a prayer of this movie not delivering on its promise. It has pirates, swordfights, supernatural craziness and Johnny Depp in overacting overdrive.

Director Rob Marshall has shed some of the supporting cast in an effort to lighten the load. We lose the swashbuckling lovers, Will and Elizabeth (Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightly), and in their stead, we get a very temperamental Penélope Cruz. This might be the only time in history I ever say this, but I miss Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightly.

The first three “Pirates” films had good chemistry, which seemed to borrow heavily from the Luke Skywalker/Princess Leia/Han Solo vibe. This time around it’s an all “Han Solo” affair. Cruz, while an able performer, doesn’t really bring much to life. She does a good job going toe-to-toe with Depp but only in a salsa dance kind of sexual tension.

The story centers around the legendary Fountain of Youth, a treasure being pursued

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the director of “Chicago” was tasked with launching the newest chapter in a thriving franchise. His sensibilities seem mismatched with the material. There are some interesting set pieces and a few fun moments, but the whole thing is kind of loud and lifeless.

Depp is pitch-perfect as Captain Jack Sparrow, but his performance here is like watching an aged rocker going through a

this week in film Sita Sings the Blues Subversive Film Series Juggling Gypsy •1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223 Sundays, 8pm • Free

6/5: An animated version of the epic Indian tale of “Ramayana,” “Sita” (pictured) intersperses events and illustrates conversation between Indian shadow puppets, musical interludes voiced with tracks by Annette Hanshaw, and scenes from the artist’s own life. The ancient mythological and modern biographical plot are parallel tales, sharing numerous themes.

Potiche, In a Better World Cinematique Thalian Hall Studio Theatre

ARGHHH: Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz star in the fourth installment of the famed ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ film series. Courtesy photo.

pirate on the seven seas: Blackbeard (Ian McShane). All of them have a reason for seeking the fountain. Like all mysterious supernatural treasures, there are perils and mysteries that must be uncovered. Two chalices must be used, and one of them must contain a mermaid’s tears. Once the hurdles are established, we watch the motley crew go through a series of trials, tribulations and betrayals—none of which are particularly interesting. The entire concept of the Fountain of Youth seems convoluted and obtuse. There were moments that felt conceptually lifted from “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.”

While I enjoyed the other “Pirates of the Caribbean” films, they were far from perfect. Still, there was a real effort to entertain. Director Rob Marshall delivers a very tepid cinematic experience. I’m not sure why

greatest-hits set list. There’s still that glimmer of greatness but no new territory is traveled. If there’s any life left in this concept, it will take a much more talented filmmaker than Rob Marshall to bring it. There’s part of me that kind of respects the more “lo-fi” film he’s created. It’s not nearly the massive computer-generated spectacle of “Dead Man’s Chest” and “At World’s End,” but something about this world works better with bombast. If ever there was an excuse to use every tool in the toolbox, it’s a “Pirates of the Caribbean” movie.

It’s not all bad, just laughably average.

Oddly enough, over four “Pirates” movies, the most developed character is Geoffrey Rush’s Barbosa. There’s more of a story arc for him than there is Captain Jack. The same seems to hold true for the earlier films where we learned a lot about Orlando Bloom’s character. The villains and supporting cast ultimately become more interesting because the only job for the main character is to drive the story forward with a wink and a smile. But you can only coast on charm for so long.

310 Chestnut Street • 7:30 p.m., $7 6/1: Set in 1977 in a provincial French town, “Potiche” is a free adaptation of the 1970s eponymous hit comic play that reunites French cinema legends Catherine Deneuve and Gérard Depardieu. Deneuve is Suzanne Pujol, a submissive, housebound ‘trophy housewife’ (or potiche) who steps in to manage the umbrella factory run by her wealthy and tyrannical husband after the workers go on strike and take him hostage.

When her husband returns from a restful cruise in top form, things get complicated. 103 min; R. 6/13-15: In a Better World—Winner of the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film, Swedish actor Mikael Persbrandt plays Anton, a doctor who commutes between his home in an idyllic town in Denmark and his work at an African refugee camp, where he witnesses daily acts of violence at the hands of warlords. 94 min; R.

Movies at the Lake: Nanny McPhee Returns Carolina Beach Lake Park Sundays, free • At dusk Bring lawn chairs and blankets and nonperishable food donations to benefit a local charity. Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, cotton candy and other popular concessions for sale.

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writings on the wall:

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artist named Alex Keaton tried to become a graffiti artist. Having a background in stencils, he thought the medium would be a good fit, but it just wasn’t meant to be.

“Oh, I was terrible at it,” he laughs.

“So I let that one go—gave it up.”

That didn’t stop him from being one of Wilmington’s biggest graffiti fans and advocates, though. Today, everywhere Keaton goes, he makes sure to capture any and all discovered tags with his camera.

“What gives me such appreciation for it is that, unfortunately, in this town, it’s all temporary,” he says.

Earlier in the year, he got the idea to share his appreciation with the public and get an online community going for fellow graffiti-philes like himself. Thus, the Facebook page for Wilmington Street Art (WSA) was born. Currently, it has 1,227 people following the photo journeys through Wilmington’s sprayed walls. Containing an array of cursive and bubble names, ghost characters, love letters and the like, it’s not just walls bestowed with the aerosol jewelry. Trash cans, benches, staircases, construction fences and today’s ohso-lonely remaining phone booths also populate the online album.

“Since it’s going to be gone soon, I thought that it would be a good idea to take photos so everyone could enjoy it longer,” Keaton says.

When asked if he would keep it all up if he had his way, he says he isn’t totally sure.

“On one hand, I think that it should be allowed to stay because it is art. But I also think that having it here one day, gone the next makes people appreciate it more. It also motivates artists to keep creating it.”

Motivation is not lacking in WSA’s online community. Keaton’s fans started submitting their own photos almost immediately. Some are simply fellow spray-searchers, seeking out the colorful creations with their cameras, while others are the artists themselves. For that second group, Keaton makes sure insider tips and tricks are a part of the site.

“I like to share things like best kinds of paints, spraying techniques from artists we meet and where some good surfaces might be,” he says. “We’re really just trying to aim people in the right direction.”

And what of the sizable population who don’t see graffiti as art? “They’re wrong,”

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SPRAY IT TO SAY IT: Local artists are welcome to express themselves in the form of grafitti.

This wall was built specifically for the street art.

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Keaton says. “There are so many things keeping graffiti from being appreciated. One thing that needs to stop is the police claiming every single tag is done by gangs. That makes me so mad.”

Keaton also takes issue with what he sees as public hypocrisy. “Why is it OK for us to be suffocated by ads and billboards everywhere we look, but someone who is just trying to make a blank wall look beautiful is a criminal?”

WSA is working on an event where graffiti artists need not worry about arrest or being covered with white paint. “One of my friends built a huge wall in his backyard,” Keaton says. “It’s about 1,000 square feet.

We’re going to let people come over and practice. We hope to just keep adding to it, building it up and encouraging self-expression. Because that’s what the graffiti culture is all about.”

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35 N. Front Street • (910) 343-1395 Sunday-Thursday: 11:30am - 10pm Friday & Saturday: 11:30am - midnight Sunday Brunch: 11:30am - 4pm In our commission-free gallery, we are proud to feature Mark Bannerman. When not teaching the children well in Whiteville, Mark creates stunning multi-media works. Currently on display are 20 great fish from King Mackerel to Rainbow Trout made into startlingly life-like quality from common ordinary objects like pins, yarn, a dissected alarm clock, paint, glitter and a whole host of background documents paying homage to each species of aquatic wonder. Join him for a reception Thursday June 2nd from 6-9 pm for complimentary light bites and generous wine specials. For more information, please visit www.caffephoenix.com.

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332 Nutt Street • (910) 762-4207 In the Cotton Exchange Monday-Saturday: 10am-5:30pm Sundays: noon-4pm www.crescentmoonnc.com Crescent Moon is a retail gift gallery specializing in fine hand-crafted art glass and metal sculpture has new art and new artists premiering for the spring season. Introducing platters by glassblower, Jennifer Nauck, of AZ and fabulous fun fused glass jewelry from Laurel Yourkowski of OR. Local artist Ron Consalvo is premiering his wickedly welded motorcycle sculptures and Bobby Fuller adds his Bonsai tree sculpture or copper and stainless to our gallery of local hand-made craft. Remember: gift wrapping is free! Think of us for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and your own décor. The Cotton Exchange offers free parking while shopping or dining. Follow us on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook by searching Crescentmoonnc!

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

Owner Charles Turner invites all artists and art lovers to just hang out in our new Artist Lounge any time. Look for our upcoming Expos and Open House.

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there’s no place like home: the Rosebuds return to kick off summer tour in Wilmington

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The indie-rock duo, The Rosebuds, formed in Wilmington a decade ago, and long since the days of Sunset Park and Firebelly Lounge, the two have produced several eclectic albums with Merge Records.

Their latest, “Loud Planes Fly Low,” comes out June 7, and to celebrate its release and their roots, The Rosebuds are coming home to kick off their summer tour.

Both originally from North Carolina, Ivan Howard (vocals/guitar/drums/bass/keyboards/programming) and Kelly Crisp (vocals/keyboard/drums/guitar/accordion) met during their freshman year at UNCW in 2001. Howard says with an undecided major, his interests in academia were gently placed on the back burner for basketball and music.

“Kelly, on the other hand, actually attended class and went on to get her Masters in English from UNCW the week before we started the band!” Howard acknowledges.

In the beginning, they played for themselves and friends in what Howard calls their “little art project.” What started in their living room grew into live shows at Firebelly Lounge (still located next door to the Soapbox in downtown Wilmington) as they continuously developed their craft.

“As a band, our sound is always evolving,” Howard says, “but the spirit about our art project has remained the same.

Every time we play a show, no matter what venue and country it is, it’s like we

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For someone who isn’t familiar with The Rosebuds, each album ends up representing different styles of music, with some songs being described as aggressive and others as heartbreakingly soulful, all inspired by the band’s surroundings, family, friends and relationships across the world– and at home.

“Loud Planes Fly Low” relives a great deal of emotions from the past and is considered the most honest Rosebuds record since Howard and Crisp began their journey together. They married, parted and reconnected again, and their recent catalog of songs are labeled the riskiest and most rewarding to date. They reveal a story of musicians who have come to terms with their complicated relationship.

Though their style has changed and varied, Howard ensures all songs are written from the same marrow found on each Rosebuds release. More importantly, it’s something they look forward to enhancing on stage.

“Live, the songs breathe their own breath,” Howard says, “and turn into something totally different and, hopefully, meaningful and fun for everyone there, including us.”

The last time The Rosebuds performed in Wilmington was during the “Night of the

BUDDING NEW SOUNDS: The Rosebuds kick off their summer tour in Wilmington, in support of their latest album, “Loud Planes Fly Low.” Courtesy photo.

Furies” tour in 2007. Their current trek with Bon Iver will certainly expose them to a greater fold of fans. However, in their homecoming, The Rosebuds will be the headlining act, with local band Onward, Soldiers opening.

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“It’s basically our 10-year anniversary, so I’m just happy to be playing a show for my friends here,” Howard says.

For more information and summer tour dates for The Rosebuds, go to www. therosebuds.com. For more information and tickets to the Friday, June 10 show at the BAC, visit www.brooklynartsnc.com.

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dirty, eccentric circus: Dirty Bourbon River Show presents New Orleans-inspired flair

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Wilmington Unplugged, sticks with a formula that has ensured great shows and events for our community over the past few years. “The mantra has always been the same,” he says.

“Putting great acts in front of an audience that appreciates the musical arts, and to assist those musicians with the opportunity to meet other like-minded people who can help each other move toward their goals.”

Wilmington Unplugged’s latest showcase features the sounds of Dirty Bourbon River Show, along with Megan Jean and the KFB, at Soapbox Laundro-Lounge on June 7. “This show marks more than 200 acts that have graced the stages of Wilmington Unplugged,“ Mellon says.

“It has been ongoing for nearly four consecutive years, and prior to that (an 18month hiatus), it had a little more than a one-year run.”

What better way to mark the event’s success than to get down with the eclectic, self-proclaimed mix of “gypsy folk circus rock”? The Dirty Bourbon River Show will bring their relatively new, twoyear-old sound to the port city.

“We come from New Orleans, so we mash everything together,” says Noah Adams of Dirty Bourbon River Show.

“And we also come from really diverse backgrounds, so that adds to our eccentric layer of extra flavor and flair.”

Dirty Bourbon River Show’s creative originality marries world music with gypsy gumbo horn beats, barb-wire ballads and barroom shanties. They’re not afraid to have fun while putting on a great show.

A five-piece, the band consists of Noah Adams (piano, guitar and vocals), Dane “Bootsy” Schindler (drums), Jimmy Wil-

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liams (bass and tuba), Wayne Mitchell (sax, clarinet and flute) and arguably the most eccentric member, Charles “Big Charlie” Skinner (vocals/ringmaster of the show). Each member plays a valuable role, but Big Charlie’s may be the most unique.

Adding to the bands “circus” feel, he acts as an over-the-top ringmaster during each performance. Dirty Bourbon River Show’s talent, as well as their quirks, engage the audience both aurally and visually.

Headed by Adams and Skinner, the band’s vocals include in-depth scatting, and animated instrumentation to create nothing shy of art-filled music. By employing dueling vocals, the band’s layers evoke an abstract painting of harmony.

They also incorporate unexpected and interesting sound effects, as their Louisiana roots appear with high-sounding brass, funky percussion, dropped bass lines and jazzy piano.

The band made their musical debut at the legendary Tipitina’s in New Orleans months after their roots were planted as Buck Johnson and the Hootenanny Kid. The duo, then consisting of Adams and Schindler, would be known as the predecessor to Dirty Bourbon River Show.

After finding Skinner and Mitchell, the band debuted their new aliases and new members on March 11, 2009, at Tipitina’s

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After the success of the first album, they launched “Free Love.” Sticking to their typical style, they traveled like gypsies, handing out the record free of charge.

While all albums have proven successful for the band, they are most proud of their third, “Volume II,” which dropped just this year.

The musical sounds of Dirty Bourbon River Show and Megan Jean and the KFB reflect the spirit of Wilmington Unplugged: innovation and pure appreciation for music.

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catching tunes and tans: 26th annual Carolina Beach Music Festival features shag and surf

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Folks who share in my nostalgia will able to relish those memories at this weekend’s 26th annual Carolina Beach Music Festival.

The party begins on Friday, June 3 at SeaWitch Café. DJ Mike Worley will spin the dancing tunes, and there’s no cover charge to get in on the action. Joining the DJ will be the dance band Carolina Breakers. Complete with a horn-section and four-part harmony, they delight audiences with high-energy motown, funk and R&B. The band takes requests from a lengthy list of covers while offering up originals, too.

Saturday is the true party, as guys and gals shag to the sounds of three big-name beach music bands: Jim Quick and Coastline, Band of Oz, and The Fantastic Shakers. The stage on Carolina Beach’s boardwalk overlooks the ocean, so folks can party right on the sand.

The day begins with a cornhole tournament at 8 a.m., and gates open for the concert at 10:30 a.m. The first group, Jim Quick and Coastline, plays at 11 a.m.

Jim Quick has released more than 11 albums and received Entertainer of the Year nine times from the Carolina Music Awards.

He attempts to bridge the gap between many genres as he plays country, blues and jazz.

Coastline consists of Sam Bryant (percussion), Casey Meyer (guitar), Alex Rogers (bass) and Glen Tippett (keyboard and saxophone). Meyer, Rogers and Tippett all add their vocal assistance.

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At 1 p.m. Band of Oz commandeers the stage. Even though they’re from Raleigh, North Carolina, these eight guys still master the swing and sway of true beach music.

Formed in 1976, the band has a full horn section, including trombone, trumpet and saxophone, and four lead singers. A harmonica, guitar, drums, bass and keyboard rounds out the group. Band of Oz still has five of its original members, but about five years ago they added three more men, all in their 20s. “They bring a lot of new energy to the band,” drummer David Hicks says.

Their recent additions also bring fresh tunes to the table. “People associate us with beach music,” Hicks explains, “and that makes sense because we made beach records for 35 years. But we mix it up and do stuff from Cee Lo Green and Taio Cruz, still hitting the old beach music and doing our stuff, too.”

All of the men in the band are going strong, regardless of age. “I’m 58—one of the old ones,” Hicks jokes. “But I would not be here if I weren’t still enjoying it. I look forward to playing. Those young, energetic guys are always moving and keeping it going, and our four lead singers could probably carry any other band on their own. People tell me they can see we’re enjoying what we’re doing, and that feeds the audience.”

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the day, taking the stage at 3 p.m. Like Band of Oz, they were also founded in the ‘70s and have since performed over 6,000 times.

They’ve got a whopping five singers, including Bo Schronce who was inducted into the Carolina Beach Music Awards’ Hall of Fame and named Male Vocalist of the Year four times.

Saturday’s audience can expect to hear covers of artists like Al Green and Tina Turner, with a little Chubby Checker sprinkled in the mix. Their original hit “Myrtle Beach Days” catapulted them into Grand Strand stardom, and makes them a natural choice for this year’s Carolina Beach Music Festival.

Tickets to the festival are available for $15 in advance at the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce, Courtyard by Marriott, Olde Salty’s, The Silver Dollar and Touche, or online at etix.com. On June 4, however, it will cost $20 at the door. Coolers and food are allowed, but glass bottles are not. If guests

bring Anheuser-Busch products, they’ll be entered to win one of two beach cruisers. Pets are not allowed.

The festival continues Saturday at the SeaWitch Café for a shag contest. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the contest begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and are expected to sell out. Over $4,000 will be awarded to winners of the varying divisions: pro, non-pro, club/social and open.

The contest DJ will be Jerry Burrage. To purchase tickets or to register for the contest, call Johnie Davis at 231-8212.

On Sunday, local act Soulbeam wraps up the festival at SeaWitch Café from 5 to 9 p.m. Formed in December 2009, the band consists of lead singer Meredith Jones, guitarist and vocalist Chad Hartz, bassist and vocalist Daniel Pesavento and Tim Meyer on drums. Jones and the crew rock it out, performing covers of Amy Winehouse, Tom Petty and the Rolling Stones.

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RADIO STARS AIN’T DEAD: Red City Radio, a six-year old modern punk rock band from Oklahoma City, performs at Soapbox Laundro Lounge on Wednesday, June 8. Doors open at 7 p.m. and admission is $7. Those under 21 pay $9 to get in. Courtesy photo.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 2 DJ BAttle —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 BellA vitA —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 live JAzz —Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910509-2026 frieD lot —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 Acoustic JAzz PiAno with JAmes JArvis —Circa 1922, 8 N. Front St.; 762-1922 triviA with DJ —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 DuelinG PiAnos —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

triviA with PArty GrAs DJ —Fox and Hound Pub & Grille, 920 Town Centre Dr.; 509-0805 DJBe eXtreme KArAoKe —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 256-2269 toP 40 DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 BrAD heller AnD fustics Duo —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 seA PAns —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 susAn sAviA —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 BlAcKoutArtist, stones of wAr, colossAl AByss —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 PAPer crAnes —Live on Grace, 121 Grace St; 399-4390 AiDen, eyes set to Kill, vAmPires everywhere, Get scAreD, Dr. AculA —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

sinGlefin —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 fireDAnce & Drums @ DArK, DJ mit PsytrAnce (11Pm) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 KArAoKe —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 oPen mic with Jeremy norris —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 trAvis shAllow —Lagerheads, 35 North Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Bch; 256-0171 the worKshoP —Cameron Art Museum; 3201 South 17th St., 395-5999

FRIDAY, JUNE 3 Jerry Powell Melting Pot; 885 Town Center Drive; 256-1187 DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

DJ —Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910509-2026 KaraoKe —Gilligan’s; N.C. Hwy. 50, Surf City 910-3284090 Jazz with Benny hill —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 eD Somech (Steel DrumS) —Jamaica’s Comfort Zone, 417 S. College Rd.; 399-2867 houSe/techno DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 DJ P FunK —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 KaraoKe —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJ willie Stylez —The Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988 KerSten caPra —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 DJ Battle —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109 Dueling PianoS —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 the SteaDy eDDieS —SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, 227 Carolina Ave. N., Carolina Beach DJ —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 tiny univerSe —Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 N. 4th St.; 538-2939 Soul Power PoSSe (8Pm-12am, tiKi Stage); DJ Dane Britt (10Pm-2am, inSiDe) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 the other guyS —Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224 the enDS —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 Selah DuBB —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 SuSan Savia —Live on Grace, 121 Grace St; 399-4390 the BreaKFaSt cluB —Downtown Sundown; riverfront downtown, 763-7349 BlP —Mayfaire Music on the Town, Mayfaire Town Center Bear BoneS —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 Blivet —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff;2569133 aPollo on Fire, octoPuS JoneS —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 PonDeroSa —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

BLACKBOARD SPECIALS MONDAY 22oz. Domestic Draft ALL DAY

uNIVErSaL SaXOPHONE: Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe will play Brooklyn Arts Center on Friday, June 3 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance, available at Gravity Records, or $25 on the day of the show.

Courtesy photo.

traviS Shallow —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 miKe anD the maulerS —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 runDown, mountain thrower —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040 Potato heaDS —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 myKel BarBee —Little Dipper, 138 S. Front St.; 251-0433 grenolDo Frazier —Airlie Gardens; 300 Airlie Rd., 798-7700

Saturday, JuNE 4 DJ —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 DJ —Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910-5092026 houSe/techno DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 gray young, unholy tongueS, Free electric State —Satellite Bar & Lounge, 120 Greenfield St. Wilmington NC KaraoKe —Gilligan’s; N.C. Hwy. 50, Surf City 910-3284090 KaraoKe with FreDDie —Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001 Dueling PianoS —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 DJ Battle —Dirty Martini, 1904 Eastwood Rd, Suite 109 KaraoKe with DJ micK —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 uPStartS & rogueS —Riverfront Farmers’ Market; Water St. Wilmington DJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499

DJ —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 40 eaSt —The Dive, 6 N. Lake Park Blvd.; 458-8282 the FuSticS —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 the other guyS —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 Srvt: Stevie ray vaughan triBute —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff;2569133 Beach Billy BrotherS (8Pm-12am tiKi Stage); DJ Dane Britt (10Pm-2am inSiDe) —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 miKe o’Donnell Duo —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 256-2269 tyler mcKaig —Live on Grace, 121 Grace St; 399-4390 heaDway —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 Dave meyer acouStic mix —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 olD avenue —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 traviS Shallow —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 Benny hill —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 leagueS Featuring thaD cocKrell —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 iJ Quinn, DaviD van, KerSten caPra —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Bryan galecKi —Little Dipper, 138 S. Front St.; 251-0433 m-80S —Palm Room, 11 East Salisbury St.; 503-3040

Monday $2.50 Budweiser Draft • $4 Wells ½ Priced Select Appetizers, 4-7pm Tuesday $2.50 All Drafts $4.50 Absolute Lemonade ½ Priced Select Appetizers, 4 - 7pm Wednesday $2.50 Yuengling Draft $2.50 Domestic Bottles ½ Priced Select Appetizers, 4 - 7pm Friday $3 Pint of The Day Saturday $5 Sangria Sunday $5 Bloody Mary’s * Drink specials run all day, but food specials shown are from 4 -7pm only.

Certain appetizers are excluded from special.

Front and Walnut Streets Across from CFCC in the Cotton Exchange 910-762-4354

$5 pizzas

TUESDAY Live Jazz in the bar • Half Price Bottles of Wine

6.1 WEDNESDAY

Absolut Dream $5 • Pacifico $2.50

karaoke night

Miller Lite Bottles $1.50 Corona and Corona Lite

6.2 THURSDAY

WEDNESDAY

Bottles $2.50 and Margaritas and Peach Margaritas $4

ThUrSDAY

appletini’s $4, RJ’s painkiller $5 and red stripe bottles $2.50, Fat Tire bottles $2.50

friDAY

with dj be!

trivia night 6.3 FRIDAY

machine gun 6.4 SATURDAY

live music with

painted man

Cosmos $4 • 007 $3.50, Guinness Cans $3 Harps Bottles $2.50 • Island Sunsets $5

SATUrDAY

Baybreeze / Seabreeze $4 22oz. Blue Moon Draft $3 Select Domestic Bottles $2

SUNDAY

Bloody Marys $4, Domestic Pints $1.50 and Hurricanes $5

,ANDFALL #ENTER s 1331 Military Cutoff Rd

910-256-3838 wildwingcafe.com

FEATURE YOUR LIVE MUSIC FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS!

WEDNESDAY PINT NIGHT $

2.50 All Pints

Fri. 6/3

Jam Sandwich LIVE MUSIC! 8p-12m

Sat. 6/4

CALL 791-0688

WEDNESDAYS on the patio

JEREMY NORRIS 9p-12m

THURSDAY June 2 Live Music Outside With

Medusa Stone 6p-9p

FRIDAY June 3

The

Brent Stimmel

Other Guys

Monkey Junction 910.392.7224

206 Old Eastwood Rd.

LIVE MUSIC! 8p-12m

9p-1a (by Home Depot)

910.798.9464

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BLACKBOARD SPECIALS LIVE!

Mixology Monday Tues. - Thurs.

Selected Wine Specials Friday Live Jazz!

THE STABLE HANDS

SrVT

featuring Frank Bruno (formerly of Bruce Springsteen’s Session and frequent guest on E Street Nation) & Hank Weddington

sunday TV Sports Beer Specials and free bar snacks!

35 north Front street downtown Wilmington (910) 343-1395

8262 Market Street, Ste. 101 in the Oak Landing Shopping Center 910-686-2296

WedNeSdAY Nutt House Improv 9pm ThurSdAY Open Mic Stand-up 9pm Fri. & SAT.

win tickets to area events

NATIONAL HEADLINERS

BLiVeT FRIDAY 6.3 @ 10PM Stevie Ray Vaughan Tripute

SATURDAY 6.4 @ 10PM

OPen 7 days a WeeK sun. BrunCh 10am-1pm $ 99 5 LUNCH SPECIAL Mon-Fri 11:30-4pm Mon. $3 Micro Brews Tues. $3 Tall Bud Lights and Yuengling Drafts Wed. 1/2 price bottle of wines, $ 2 Miller Lite

JUNE 3-4

D’SEAN ROSS

JUNE 10-11

PAUL HOOPER

Fri. $2 Coors Light Bottles, $4 Flavored Vodka, $5 Jager Bombs

JUNE 24-25

JARED LOGAN

JULY 1-2

DAVE STONE

JULY 15-16

KYLE KINANE

(Boston Comedy Festival) (Comedy Central)

visit

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(Comedy Central) (Comedy Central)

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SUnday, JUnE 5 Free Metal sundays —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 Waiting For Brantley —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 Benny hill and Friends —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 Perry sMith (Brunch 12-2) —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 dJ Battle —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 Fish out oF Water —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500 ralPh Justice —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 daniel Parish —Shell Island Resort, 2700 N. Lumina Ave., 256-8696 the shoW is the rainBoW —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 galen on guitar —The Coastal Roaster, 5954 Carolina Beach Rd.; 399-4701 agitator, Pushing on, dead and dreaMing —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616

monday, JUnE 6

Thurs. Irish Pint Night $3 Irish Pints, $5 Irish Car Bombs

(Comic View)

Beach Music Festival —Carolina Beach Boardwalk; 910-458-8434

Sat. 3 Blue Moon, $2 Michelob Ultra, $5 Select Martini’s $

Sun. Brunch, Kick the Keg Sundays, $2.50 Domestic Pints, $5 Bloody Mary’s, $4 Mimosa’s

3317 Masonboro Loop Rd. (910) 791-1019

On the corner of Masonboro Loop Rd. and Pine Grove Road.

MONDAY Military Appreciation 20% off all active and retired Military TUESDAY Ladies Night Out: $25 person four-course pre-fixe menu WEDNESDAY Wine Down: 1/2 off on all wines by the glass FRIDAY Music on the patio: 9pm-11pm LIVE MUSIC: JERRY POWELL SATURDAY Lunch Menu: 12pm - 3pm SUNDAY Lunch Menu: 12pm-3pm KIDS EAT FREE with adult purchase of our Big Night Out for two ALL DAY! DOGS WELCOME ON THE PATIO 885 Town Center Drive MAYFAIRE TOWN CENTER (910) 256-1187

oPen Mic With Josh soloMon —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341 the selekt —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 dJ richterMeister —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 Pengo With Beau gunn —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 Brett Johnson’s JaM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 travis shalloW —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 karaoke With dJ @-hole —Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872

tUESday, JUnE 7 caPe Fear Blues JaM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 karaoke With Mike norris —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 acoustic Jazz Piano With JaMes Jarvis —Circa 1922, 8 N. Front St.; 762-1922 college night karaoke —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 live acoustic —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 trivia With dutch FroM 94.5 the haWk

—The Coastal Roaster, 5954 Carolina Beach Rd.; 399-4701 indie Music night —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 karaoke —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 dirty BourBon river shoW, Megan Jean & the kFB —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

WEdnESday, JUnE 8 acoustic Jazz Piano With JaMes Jarvis —Circa 1922, 8 N. Front St.; 762-1922 dJ —Charley Brownz, 21 S Front St.; 254-9499 gary allen’s acoustic oPen Mic —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 Jazz JaM —Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. Wilmington, 762-2091 the get doWn JaM With the casserole —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 kinlaW & Johnson Band —Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001 daniel Parish —Halligan’s Public House, 3317 Masonboro Loop Rd.; 791-1019 kersten caPra —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 dJBe eXtreMe karaoke —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 raP on the river —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 sai collins —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 red city radio, caPtain We’re sinking, White tiger and the Bed oF roses, Blacks, the local systeMs —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 live Jazz —Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910509-2026 roger davis & ron Wilson —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 JereMy norris —Buffalo Wild Wings, 206 Old Eastwood Rd.; 798-9464 live acoustic —Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133 karaoke With Mike norris —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 oPen Mic night —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 Johnnie acoustic —Live on Grace, 121 Grace St; 399-4390 All entertainment must be sent to music@ encorepub.com by Wednesday for consideration in the weekly entertainment calendar. Venues are responsible for notifying encore of any changes, removals or additions to their weekly schedules.

ShowStoppers: Concerts outside of Southeastern NC

t St.; 251-8500

asserole

KING OF THE BLUES: B.B. King will take the stage in the Durham Performing Arts Center on Friday, June 3. Courtesy photo.

HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 hIghway 17 south, n. Myrtle Beach, sc (843) 272-3000 6/3: Tuesday’s Gone (Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute) 6/4: Summer of Peace, Ten Toes Up, Rider, 3 Weeks Notice THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BIltMore avenue, ashevIlle, nc ng, (828) 225-5851 6/3: Abbey Road LIVE! 6/6: Ryan Bingham & the Dead Horses

nt St.; 251-8500

astwood Rd.;

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 e. caBarrus street, raleIgh, nc 919) 821-4111 6/4: Experience This (Jimi Hendrix tribute), Night Prowler (Bon Scott and AC/DC tribute), August 6/5: Michael Gardner, PKM, Dave Adams and Glass Moon, All My Rowdy Friends, Medusa Stone, The Original Cirkus, The Moans, Brimstone DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 vIvIan st., durhaM, nc • (919) 680-2727 6/3: B.B. King AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 south tryon street, charlotte, nc (704) 377-6874 6/2: Steel Pulse 6/3: Shadow of Myself, Namesake, Ruckus Avenue 6/4: Raekwon 6/7: Ryan Bingham & the Dead Horses, The Americans, Liam Garner

CAT’S CRADLE 300 e. MaIn street, carrBoro, nc (919) 967-9053 6/1: Okkervil River, Titus Adronicus, Future Islands 6/2: Matt and Kim, The Hood Internet 6/3: Nashville Pussy, Koffin Kats, Terry Anderson and the Olympic Ass Kickin Team 6/4: Paul Thorn, Dark Water Rising 6/8: Curren$y, Trademark, Young Roddy, Fiend, Corner Boy P THE FILLMORE 1000 seaBoard street, charlotte, nc (704) 549-5555 6/1: Primus, The Dead Kenny G’s UPTOWN AMPHITHEATRE 1000 seaBoard st., charlotte, nc (704) 916-8970 6/2: ZZ Top KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE 8003 regency PKwy., cary, nc (919) 462-2052 6/3: Miranda Lambert GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 w. lee st., greensBoro, nc (336) 373-7400 6/5: The Beach Boys RALEIGH AMPHITHEATER 500 s. Mcdowell st., raleIgh, nc (919) 831-6400 6/8: Mumford & Sons

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Find it in the premier dining guide for the Port City

GRILL BLUEWATER ch , Wrightville Bea 4 Marina Street 910.256.8500

Sliced Seared Yellowfin Tuna Salad - mesculine greens, eggs, olives, tomatoes, red onions and garbonzo beans. Photo by Kris Beasley

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 ■ ■ ■ ■

10am - 11pm; Sat & Sun 10am – 11pm.

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

CATCH

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood. Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh

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Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, Seafood Ceviche & Conch Fritters to name a few. Larger Plates include Plancha grilled Painted Hills Steaks, Blackend Red Drum Filet, Charleston Crab Cakes, Tempura OBX Scallops, Flounder Escovitch & Pan roasted Queen Trigger fish.

Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand Crafted seasonal desserts from Alan DeLovely. Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List BUFFALO WILD WINGS

If you’re looking for good food and an atmosphere that’s fun for the whole family, Buffalo Wild Wings is the place! Award winning wings and 16 signature sauces and seasonings. Plus…salads, wraps, flatbreads, burgers, and more. Tons of Big screen TVs and all your favorite sports. We have daily drink specials, a HUGE draft selection, and Free Trivia all day every day.

Come in for our Weekday Lunch Specials, only $5.99 from 11am-2pm. Visit us for Wing Tuesdays with 50 cent wings all day long, or Boneless Thursdays with 60 cent boneless wings all day long. Buffalo Wild Wings is a great place to dine in or take out.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Mon-Sat 11am-2am and Sun 12pm-2am

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: 2 locations-Midtown (910798-9464) and Monkey Junction (910-392-7224)

■ MUSIC: Live Music on Thursday and Friday nights at Old Eastwood Rd. location and Friday nights at Monkey Junction location

■ WEBSITE: www.buffalowildwings.com C.G. Dawgs

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11am– 5pm. Sat. at the farmers market. Thurs.- Sat. nights on Market St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm – 3:00am.Fibbers on Sun. nights Until 3am.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD Downtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch time delivery downtown

THE GEORGE ON THE RIVERWALK

Drop your anchor at The George on the RiverWalk, your destination for complete sense indulgence. Watch the historic Cape Fear River unfold before you while you enjoy the best in Southern Coastal Cuisine. The menu combines elegance, creativity and diverse selection of steak, pasta, salad and fresh seafood, including the best Shrimp n’ Grits in town. Warm in the sun on the expansive outdoor deck sipping an exotic, colorful

martini, or unwind at the spacious bar inside boasting extensive wine and martini lists along with weekday appetizer specials from 4:00pm6:30pm. Don’t forget to try downtown’s best kept secret for Sunday Brunch from 11am3pm. You are welcome to dock your boat at the only dock’n’dine restaurant downtown, grab a trolley, or enjoy our free, front door parking (ask for pass!) Why satisfy when you can indulge? Find the George on the Riverwalk at 128 South Water Street, 910-763-2052.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Tues. – Sat. 11am – 9 pm. Enjoy Sunday Lunch and Brunch 11am – 3pm.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.thegeorgerestaurant.com

HALLIGAN’S

“Failte,” is the Gaelic word for “Welcome,” and at Halligan’s Public House it’s our “Motto.”

Step into Halligan’s and enter a world of Irish hospitality where delicious food warms the heart and generous drink lift the spirit. Be sure to try Halligan’s house specialty, “The Reuben,” number one with critics and of course our customers. One bite and you’ll understand why. Of course, we also serve a full selection of other delicious entrees including seafood, steak and pasta, as well as a wide assortment of burgers, sandwiches(Halligan’s Cheese Steak), and salads. And if you are looking for a friendly watering hole where you can raise a glass or two with friends, new and old, Halligan’s Public House boasts a comfortable bar where funloving bartenders hold court daily and blarney fills nzo beans.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 Mon-Wed 11:30 am - 2:00 am Thurs-Sun 11:30 am - 2:00 am ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Masonboro Loop ■ FEATURING: THE Best Rueben in Town!, $5.99 lunch specials, Outdoor Patio ■ WEBSITE: www.halligansnc.com

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.11am-10pm; Tues.- Fri.: 11am – 11pm; Sat.: 10am – 11pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ MUSIC: Live Music beginning at 5:30pm ■ 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.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach

■ FEATURING: Waterfront dining ■ WEBSITE: www.holidayinn.com tHE LIttLE dIPPER

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

Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street.

(910) 251-0433.

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SERVING DINNER: Tues.- Sun. 5pm NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown FEATURING: 70s menu every Friday 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 ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood.

Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

MELLoW MUSHRooM

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

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

The open kitchen brings live entertainment as pizza dough flies in the air. Their hand-tossed, spring-water dough brings new meaning to pizzas and calzones—healthy!! With 20 drafts and an array of microbrews, domestic and import bottles, Mellow Mushroom has an extensive beer list and full bar. 4311 Oleander Drive, (910) 452-3773.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon-Sat,11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: lunch specials, a variety of sandwiches and vegetarian items.

■ MUSIC: Live jazz on Wednesdays.

■ WEBSITE: www.mellowmushroom.com

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Throughout the Port City

■ FEATURING: Dog friendly locations

tEMPtAtIoNS EVERYdAY GoURMEt

Temptations Everyday Gourmet draws diners in by droves thanks to their creative menu selections, an extraordinary inventory of fine wines (over 300 varieties all without restaurant markups) and trained staff that go beyond culinary excellence. Recognized as Best Lunch Spot

by WWAY in 2011, as well as having its chef, Michael Comer, touted among the top three best chefs in Wilmington, according to StarNews’ Taste of Wilmington 2010, Temptations offers two locations to serve Wilmingtonians. Located in Hanover Center for 25 years, signature items include their Homemade Chicken Salad and Turkey, Brie and Apple Sandwich, as well as their Porter’s Neck location’s Pimiento Cheeseburger.

The Porter’s Neck location also serves an expanded dinner menu, which changes weekly.

Their daily features, including specialty soups, salads, quiche and paninis, keeps patrons busy choosing healthy, fast foods whether dining onsite or back at the office. in fact, ask Temptations about their Office Party Menu for your next gathering. Their gourmet retail shop provides unique gourmet gift items featuring many locally made specialty foods, chocolates and goodies.

■ SERVING LUNCH: Hanover Center, 3501 Oleander Dr., Ste 13. Mon.-Sat., 11am – 6pm (Closed Sundays) ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Porter’s Neck Center, 8207 Market St., Ste F. Mon. Wed., 10am-8:30pm; Thurs.-Sat., 10am-9pm. Dinner features begin at 5pm.

(Closed Sundays) ■ NEIGHBORHOODS:: Midtown and North Wilmington

■ WEBSITE:

www.temptationseverydaygourmet.com ■ FEATURING: An expanded dinner menu, at the Porter’s Neck location, which changes weekly.

tRoLLY StoP

11am-4pm, late night hours are Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; (910) 3432999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach 11-5pm 7days a week, 6pm-9pm Sun-Wed, and 6pm-3am Th-Sat. (910) 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 452-3952. 11am-7pm Mon-Sun; South Howe St. in Southport, (910) 457-7017 (CLOSED FOR THE SEASON UNTIL EASTER WEEKEND); 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, (910) 458-5778; 1250 Western Blvd., Unit L-4 Jacksonville, (910) 228-0952, opened Mon-Sun 11am-9pm. Catering cart available all year from $300. (910) 297-8416.

Trolly Stop Hot Dogs is a family owned franchise with six locations. Since 1976 they specialize in homemade chili, slaw and sauces, and as of more recent – a variety of gourmet sausages and burgers (at participating locations).

The types of hot dogs include Beef & Pork, All Beef, Smoked Sausage, 98% Turkey, and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open seven days from

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

■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

ASIAN BIG tHAI ANd BIG tHAI tWo

Now with two convenient locations to serve you, Big Thai features authentic Thai cuisine in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Their delectable menu includes items such as Pineapple Fried Rice with Cashews, Roasted Duck in Red Curry, and several options for vegetarians and vegans. And don’t forget to try their famous Coconut Cake, made fresh in-house.

You won’t regret it. Big Thai One (1001 N. 4th St. in the Brooklyn Arts District; 763-3035): Lunch M-F, 11-2. Dinner M-Th 5-9, F-Sa 5-10, Closed Sun.. Big Thai Two (1319 Military Cutoff Rd. inside Landfall Center; 256-6588)

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Open for Lunch M-F 11-2:30; Dinner M-Th 5-9; F-Sa 5-10; Sun. 5-9.

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

SZECHUAN 132

Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down.

419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

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

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dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

■ SERVING DINNER: Open Mon. thru Thurs. 4pm-10pm; Fri. and Sat. 4pm-10:30pm and Sun. 11am-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

■ WEBSITE:

www.hirojapanesesteakhouse.com/hibachi

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds.

Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the beautifully presented and delicious Shrimp and Scallops in a Nest.

Be sure to save room for our world famous desert, the banana egg roll! We take pride in using only the freshest ingredients, and our extensive menu suits any taste. After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

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

■ WEBSITE:

www.indochinewilmington.com

CARIBBEAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

Wilmington’s Authentic Caribbean Restaurant conveniently located at 417 S. College Road in University Landing. We offer exquisite Caribbean cuisine to satisfy your taste buds, whether they are for spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, mellow flavors of our curry chicken, curry goat or our ox tail skillfully flavored by our Jamaican chefs. Come in and enjoy our many menu selections, our warm décor, smoke-free atmosphere, excellent service and our smooth reggae music. Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Call us 910-399-2867.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun., 3pm.– 8pm; Tues.- Sat. 11:45am – 9pm. Closed Mon. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

■ FEATURING: Breakfast served all day.

■ MUSIC: Live Music every First Fri. ■ WEBSITE: www.jamaicascomfortzone.net

EURO FUSION PRESS 102

Espresso. Panini. Martini. Rome and Paris meet Manhattan and San Francisco in this new EuroAmerican eatery and martini bar in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington. Nestled inside the Hotel Tarrymore on the corner of Second and Dock streets, Press 102 offers the finest espresso and French press coffee made exclusively from locally roasted beans and more Panini creations this side of Tuscany. Boasting more than a hundred different wine labels and an endless variety of freshly pressed fruit and herb inspired martini cocktails foodies also enjoy a sophisticated evening menu that includes shrimp and grits made with red-eye gravy and a perfectly grilled New York strip bathed in a basil caramel and white balsamic reduction. Glass tile and eclectic mirrors make for a cozy bar and bistro seating at Press 102 and up to 60 guests can also enjoy outdoor patio seating surrounded by flowers and passersby. Large parties of up to 120 are welcome in the Veranda Room overlooking Dock Street. (910) 399-4438.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Wed. - Sat. 8am - until and

OUR CRÊPES & MORE

Try something different to eat! Our Crêpes & More, a family owned and operated French Crêperie, is serving authentic, homemade French cuisine to dine in or to go. Everything on their menu is under $10, and is a healthy alternative, while eating a savory meal or sweet treat.

Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon treat, everything on the menu is available.

On the Savory side, the Uzès, Quebec, Tahiti or Provencale are among the most popular. Their homemade Ratatouille, South France type sub like the Pain Bagnat or Croque-Monsieur are worth the detour too! On the sweet side, The Versailles, St- Tropez or Crazy Nutella (with homemade Nutella ice cream) will make you come back for more! They also serve Fresh Salads or Soups depending on the seasons, amazing all natural Homemade Sorbet & Ice Cream, Croissant & Chocolate Croissant.

Open all day with free WiFi and live French radio, Our Crepes & More is a pleasant yet casual place to unwind. Our Crepes & More can accommodate large parties! STARTING JUNE 5th OPEN SUNDAYS FOR BRUNCH!

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Monday, 9am to 5pm, Tuesday through Saturday 9am-8pm. Sunday brunch ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian and glutenfree options. Free Wi-Fi..

■ WEBSITE:

Sunday brunch from 9am-3pm,

www.ourcrepesandmore.com

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Wilmington’s Best Panini,

ITALIAN

■ WEBSITE: www.Press102.com

EDDIE ROMANELLI’S

according to encore readers

FRENCH CAPRICE BISTRO

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

■ SERVING DINNER: Sun.- Thurs.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.capricebistro.com

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

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

ELIZABETH’S PIZZA

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

■ WEBSITE: www.epwilmington.com

GIORGIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

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

■ WEBSITE:

www.giorgios-restaurant.com.

SLICE OF LIFE

“Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza.

We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 122 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 256-2229 and our newest location in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown,

Downtown and Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: The largest tequila selection in Wilmington

■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

LATIN AMERICAN SAN JUAN CAFE

Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Mon Sat. 11am-2:30pm and from 5-10pm.

Open Sun from 5pm-10pm.

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

ORGANIC LOVEY’S MARKET

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

The Food Bar-which has cold salads and hot selections can be eaten in the newly expanded Lovey’s Cafe’ or boxed for take-out. The Juice Bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with Organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of produce, grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices. Lovey’s has a great selection of Local produce and receives several weekly deliveries to ensure freshness. Lovey’s also carries Organic Grass-Fed and Free-Range meats and poultry. Wheat-Free and Gluten-Free products are in stock regularly, as are Vegan and Vegetarian groceries. Lovey’s also carries Wholesome Pet Foods. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday 9am to 7pm; Saturday 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 6pm. Located at 1310 Military Cutoff Rd in the Landfall Shopping Center; (910) 509-0331.

“You’ll Love it at Lovey’s!”

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Café open: Mon.-Fri., 11am–6pm; Sat. & Sun., 10am-6pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: New bakery, fresh organic pies, cakes and bread. Newly expanded.

“What’s for Lunch!”

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 9am

-8pm

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hot Bar 11am-3pm,

Salad Bar & Smoothie/Juice/Coffee Bar all day

■ 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.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER &

TIDAL CREEK CO-OP

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville

Tidal Creek Co-op Kitchen offers a wide array of exceptional and unusual organic foods, all of which taste as good as they are for you.

The salad bar and hot bar incorporate flavors from around the world. Each item is prepared by hand, using fresh and local ingredients. The chefs are constantly experimenting to create new and exciting dishes, with many vegan and gluten-free selections available. Choose from made-to-order smoothies with ingredients like almond butter and hemp milk, salads with locally grown greens, and special event cakes made from scratch to your specifications. Dining in is always welcomed, but you will also find freshly prepared entrees, salads, and sandwiches in the grab and go case. Whatever your tastes, The Co-op Kitchen is a place to rejuvenate the mind and body, while enjoying the company of a friendly and relaxed organic community. Located at 5329 Oleander across from Jungle Rapids, (910)799-2667, indoor and outdoor seating is available. Like Tidal Creek on Facebook for a daily post of

SUNDAY BRUNCH

Beach.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com HIERONYMUS

Proving that excellent seafood isn’t just for the eateries at Wrightsville Beach, Hieronymus Seafood is the stop for midtown Wilmington seafood lovers. In business for 27 years strong, Hieronymus has made a name for itself by consistently providing excellent service and the freshest of the fresh in oceanic cuisine. It’s the place to be if you are seeking top-quality attributes in atmosphere, presentation, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysters Hieronymus and the Scallops Fra Diavlo. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2007. 5035 Market Street; (910) 392-6313.

■ ■ ■ ■

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

WEBSITE:

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the big-

www.hieronymusseafood.com

gest HD projector TVs in Wilmington.

OCEANIC

■ WEBSITE: CarolinaAleHouse.com

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

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach

■ FEATURING: Dining on the Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: OceanicRestaurant.com

SOUTHERN

Serving up the best bar food for any local sports fan, Fox & Hound as 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 themed restaurant. For starters, Fox offers delicious appetizers like Ultimate nachos, gian Bavarian pretzels and spinach artichoke dip. In the mood for something more? Try the handbattered Newcastle fish ‘n’ chips o rchicken tenders, or the grilled Mahi-Mahi served atop a bed of spicy rice. From cheeseburgers to and sirloins to salads and 12-inch 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:

CASEY’S BUFFET

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER:

Open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11am to 9pm and on Sundays from 11am to 8pm.Closed Mon. and Tuesdays.

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

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE

FOX & HOUND PUB & GRILLE

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

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

11am– 2am, daily

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: $5.99 lunch specials and free pool until 2p.m. and $5 cheese pizzas after 10 p.m., both Mon.-Fri.

■ MUSIC: Trivia with Party Gras Entertainment DJ every Thursday at 9pm

■ WEBSITE: foxandhound.com HELL’S KITCHEN

This is downtown Wilmington’s Sports Pub! With every major sporting package on ten HDTVs and our huge HD projection screen, there is no better place to catch every game in every sport. Our extensive menu ranges from classics, like thick Angus burgers or NY-style reubens, to lighter fare, such as homemade soups, fresh salads and vegetarian options.

Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with free WiFi, darts, and did we mention sports? Free lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties.

(910) 763-4133.

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

noon.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Dueling pianos every Thurs., Fri., and Sat. nights. and 1/2 priced select appetizers m-th 4-7pm

■ WEBSITE: www.hellskitchenbar.com

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//FOOD FEATURE

food 101: Real trumps processed every day of the week

W

hat’s more important than

food? Arguably, nothing. Yet we take it for granted—so much so that the majority of our supermarkets do not even contain real “food” in the first place.

This goes for everything in a box, with a list of ingredients more than one, and even “fresh squeezed” juices.

Consider orange juice. The book, “Squeezed,” by Alissa Hamilton sheds light on this massive industry that has marketed its place into almost every home refrigerator.

Almost two-thirds of American households buy orange juice. Consumers have bought, hook, line and sinker, the industry propaganda of “pure,” “fresh squeezed,” “natural,” etc., but in reality most don’t know what they are drinking.

Concentrate orange juice was invented in the 1940s for soldiers in WWII, and in that context it was a major breakthrough. However, orange juice is not real “juice.” This is hard for some people to hear, but it’s the truth.

Even brands such as Tropicana that promise their juice is pure, natural and fresh have been heated and processed, stripped of their volatile flavor-producing and nutritive compounds, held in tanks for up to a year and then engineered by perfume companies to taste fresh.

Seriously.

This is done to give the “juice” a shelf life of 60 days and year-round availability. The reality is that real juice would have a shelf life of no more than five to seven days.

by Evan Folds

ens

ssive Gard Owner of Progre

Companies may claim “Florida Grown,” but the majority of processed orange juice now comes from Brazil. It should leave us feeling a little cheated.

Now, let’s apply this to “food” in general.

During the past 40 years, our food system has changed more than in the previous 40,000 years. We have gone from changing the types of fertilizers used to grow our food (natural à artificial), to changing the fundamental nature of the food that we are growing (natural à genetically modified organisms or GMO’s). Any form of processing denatures food. We use preservatives and flavorenhancers as a means of convenience and economics, not nutrition.

Before this massive re-engineering of food, generally, we lived by the motto that if it tasted good it was good for us. Sure, sugar was produced by nature—but not refinement.

We’ve now become so good at tricking our taste buds that we can no longer tell good from bad. To make matters worse, our lives are so busy, we don’t have the time to dedicate ourselves to cooking fresh meals from whole foods. Thus, we convince ourselves that fresh foods cost more. The truth is, in the average packaged product, there is more cost in the packaging and marketing

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costs associated with the foodstuff than the “food” itself.

Production costs, or the raw commodity that is raised or grown, are typically called the “farm value” of food. The farm value for meats and dairy products is around 28 percent; for poultry, 41 percent; for cereals, 5 percent; for fresh fruits, 16 percent; and for fresh vegetables, 19 percent. As consumers demand more highly processed foods, or foods from distant places and ready-to-eat, the farm value falls as a percentage of the retail price.

Marketing costs rose 3.5 times faster than the farm value between 1990 and 1999. At 39 percent, labor is the largest portion of the cost of food, rising 56 percent during the 1990s.

Packaging costs comprise about 8 percent of total food costs, and they increased almost 40 percent in the 1990s. This increase is a function of the cost of paper and plastics, and the demand for more conveniently packaged foods. Package design changes, and packages that can be used directly for cooking and for eating or drinking increase the cost of packaging relative to the basic food.

Raw commodities (farm value), labor and packaging comprise 67 percent of the cost of food. The rest of the costs are in transportation, advertising, rent, profits, energy, business taxes, depreciation, interest payments, miscellaneous costs and repairs. These last types of costs have increased at about the rate of inflation and have not changed their share of the food dollar much over time.

So, let’s breakdown our retail food dollar: • Foodstuff: 20 percent • Labor: 39 percent

• Profits, Transportation and Marketing: 33 percent • Packaging: 8 percent So the large majority of what we eat is not food. It’s gasoline, taxes, advertising, profit to large corporations and the package in which it’s wrapped. It’s bad enough that the average meal travels over 1,500 miles to our plates, but the bigger picture is even worse.

Everyone knows farmers grow food, but before the recent surge in young farmers in the U.S., this obvious idea was becoming a relic of the past as large corporations continue to gobble up farm land. It may make business sense to have fewer farms producing more of our food, but it doesn’t make common sense.

The more homogenized our food system, the lower the quality of food. Food is not a piece of machinery that can be constructed as the sum of certain parts; farming is a living dynamic endeavor that takes intention and attention to detail.

When the bottom line trumps nutritional value, we all lose.

For instance, the U.S. has the most expensive health-care system in the world and no where near the healthiest population.

Many people comment that the obesity apparent in U.S. airports is far worse than in international airports. This is a direct result of our processed diets.

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make a quick list of the things I need (or love) and then get on with my day. Once in the aisle, I’m on a mission to get what’s on my list, try to save as much as I can without going crazy and move on. I don’t want to spend all day calculating numbers, and I don’t like hunting down the “best” bargain. While I know I may be of the majority of American women, there are a growing group of others who find their adventures along aisles of cereals and coffee filters in grocers across the country. TLC is now cashing in on them, too, with a new show, “Extreme Couponing.”

The program links up with TLC’s other controversial shows depicting different or tragic behaviors and nervewracking vocations, as shown in “Toddlers and Tiaras” and “Sister Wives.” “Extreme Couponing” shadows everyday women (and some husbands) who have turned food shopping into an unnecessary extreme sport as they stalk for deals. The first episode I watched featured J’aime Kirlew (now accused of fraudulent coupon usage), the conceited paralegal from Bethesda, Maryland.

Not only does Kirlew take five hours to get ready for the grocery store—because her “image is very important”—she carries a box of coupons and a list that maps everything the store sells. When her shopping extravaganza is over, Kirlew reduces her $1,000 grocery bill to barely over a $100.

At home, she adds her stash to an already jam-packed basement—only inches away from being featured on another notorious show, “Hoarders.” Amazingly enough,

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Kirlew wasn’t the only questionable character. There were scenes of “dumpster diving” and other compulsive behaviors that negate the true purpose of saving.

After a few biting comments I made about the “reality” show, someone challenged me to find a better, more informative source regarding maneuvering through the craze. Unsurprisingly, I found the answer not within an alternate show but a few books. With the help of Jill Cataldo, one of our country’s premier coupon experts, here’s what I found.

A coupon workshop instructor, Caltado is often featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and WGN news, as well as on her own website, www.supercouponing.com, and within her nationally-syndicated newspaper column, “Super-Couponing Tips.” Cataldo garners over 20,000 followers and readers a week because of her ethical and logical couponing strategies. It’s something conversely different than what’s being portrayed on TLC. In fact, Cataldo doesn’t recommend following in the show’s footsteps at all.

“It gives people a false impression,” she remarks.

“What’s being depicted on ‘Extreme Couponing’ is not easily duplicated, nor should it be duplicated by a normal shopper.”

With an average grocery bill ranging from $40 to $60 a week, Cataldo feeds her family of five comfortably. “A lot of people are screaming foul, and a lot of shoppers on the program have admitted to using coupons incorrectly,” she says. “It’s misleading to someone who’s never done this before, who wants to learn, and, unfortunately, their first catalyst to couponing is seeing it on the show.

Not every trip is going to take $1,000 down to $10. We can get great savings, and I don’t want to discourage anyone form doing that, but doing something that takes advantage of the system often becomes harmful.”

Cataldo suggests Stephanie Nelson’s two books, “The Coupon Mom’s Guide to Cutting Your Grocery Bills in Half: The Strategic Shopping Method Proven to Slash Food and Drugstore Costs” and “Greatest Secrets of the Coupon Mom” to start successfully couponing. A responsible resource, Nelson’s website, www.Couponmom.com, is one of the oldest and longest running coupon sites online. Her appearances on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “Today” and “Good Morning America” have helped show numerous individuals how to save thousands by becoming practical clipping connoisseurs.

Most importantly, she does so without surrendering the value of nutrition or compromising what one likes to eat as depicted on “Extreme Couponing.” Remember, Kirlew took 62 bottles of mustard off the shelf (she wanted 77, but there weren’t that many) and bought them with a 50 cent coupon despite the fact that her family outwardly stated they didn’t like it.

“There’s such a compulsion,” Cataldo states. “It’s not about the amount of coupons. It’s about the best prices for your family for what they want. It’s crazy when you see people on the show sweating and tapping their feet at the register. I’ve never felt like that when I’m shopping. If you’re couponing right then you already know what your total should be before you get to the cash register.”

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Growing up, Zac Adair and his wife Celine were both outdoor children. With their love for nature, traveling and wilderness education, the couple’s lives eventually collided. Consequently, they formed Panacea Adventures in 2009. Now executive director, Zac Adair describes the nonprofit program as a “wilderness therapy organization that utilizes a variety of approaches in wilderness context to facilitate interpersonal development and empowerment.”

Combined, the couple has been in the industry for over 30 years.

“It has become part of our lives and our reason to exist,” Adair says. “The program is done through an experiential process that implements wilderness experience and outdoor skills. Communication abilities, leadership skills and the importance of teamwork is heavily taught in the curriculum. All are necessary to survive the back country for groups or for the individual. The best part about it: You learn these essential skills and also have lots of fun!”

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“What makes the wilderness experience so unique are the inherent risks that are associated with [it,] Adair says.” “There are two kinds of risks: inherent and perceived. Perceived risks are the ones that we and civilized society see as potentially dangerous. Inherent risks are things like inclement weather, steep mountains, and so forth. Panacea is all about challenging our participants until they master their skills for the wilderness and just everyday normal life in society.”

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PADDLE FOR GOOD: A multitude of categories in the Panacea Paddle allows many skill levels to paricipate in the charitable event. Courtesy photo.

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Not to mention the proceeds will go toward new wilderness programs.”

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The first annual Cape Fear Dragon Boat Festival Saturday June 4 • FREE Open to the public

Come out and enjoy all the festivities and long boat races planned for that day, and support the soldiers and animals. Two local charities, Step Up For Soldiers and Sunburst Foundation Canine Rescue are the recipients of portion of the proceeds raised that day.

Sunburst will also have a few adoptable dogs at the event.

Check out this link for more information:

www.capefeardragonboat.com/index.htm

Hi All, My name is Lola and I have been homeless for about 3 years now. I am a beautiful, sweet shepherd/lab mix girl that had an old injury to my back leg. My leg is much better now since I have been staying on the glucosamine chondroiton. Other than that my fine qualities include beauty, sweetness, loyalty, velcroness and undying love and devotion to anyone that would make me part of their family. I am a large girl around 65#, housebroken, crate trained and up to date, and I am about 4 years old. I would benefit by continued obedience training. My temporary foster family has been doing leash training work with me with a gentle leader. I don’t seem to care too much for other female dogs but I generally do well with large, docile males. Please consider contacting my rescue Sunburst Foundation and arranging a “Meet & Greet.” I may have “special needs” but I really need and deserve a family. Please don’t let me live my life without my “furever” family any longer. I am SO sad when I see the other dogs get adopted and keep hoping that it will be my turn finally.....Please contact sunburstfoundation@gmail.com or call 910-622-0011.

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