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news & views......... 4-5 4 live local campaign: Gwenyfar Rohler takes on the controversial franchise

PRIDE for Community

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prIde weekend kicks off June 12th during outWilmington’s and st. Jude’s Metropolitan Community Church’s Great Gay steakout. Adrian Varnam interviews two of st. Jude’s parishioners on page 5 about the event. Be sure to get tickets now for the dinner and the show, featuring the sultry sounds of Brenda Bradley with donna Merritt, as well as a drag show and dancing afterward with dJ Ken Merritt. Tickets are $20 or $150 for tables of eight, and are on sale at www.brownpapertickets.com

topic, and finds the upside of it within our own community.

5 cover story: See black box. 6 news of the weird: Chuck Shepherd reports on news of the strange and odd.

artsy smartsy ......... 7-17 7-8 theater: Lisa Huynh reviews Shakespeare on the Green’s Youth Company production, ‘Romeo and Juliet’; Madison Kiger preveiws the second-run of local playwright Justin Cioppa’s ‘Catastropolis,’ opening at Brown Coat Pub and Theatre this week.

9 film: Anghus reviews sex, shoes and

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late-night funnies

“The Gulf oil spill, now officially the worst in U.S. history. In fact, they’re calling this the biggest environmental disaster since the State of New Jersey.”—Jay Leno “This is a crazy story. An American adventurist strapped himself to a bunch of helium balloons and floated from England to France. Immediately afterward, people in Mexico asked, ‘Exactly how many balloons?’”—Jimmy Fallon

EDITORIAL: Editor-in-ChiEf: Shea Carver intErns: Lisa Huynh, Andrew Zucchino, Madison Kiger, Alan Searcy, Natalie Price, Chris Faircloth and Leanne Hudson ChiEf Contributors: Adrian Varnam, Gwenyfar Rohler, Anghus Houvouras, Claude Limoges, Jay Schiller, Lauren Hodges, Tiffanie Gabrielse, Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd, Chirstina Dore, The Cranky Foreigner encore is published weekly, on Wednesday, by Wilmington Media. opinions of contributing writers are not necessarily the opinions of encore.

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“The president finally arrived on the Gulf Coast today to survey the damage. I thought this was telling, while he was there, FEMA arrived for Katrina. ... And George Bush saw him on TV. He called him up and said, ‘You’re doing a heck of a job, Brownie.’”—Bill Maher “John McCain is angry with British Petroleum. But in all fairness, he’s had a grudge against the British since the Revolutionary War.”—David Letterman

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pRODucTIOn AnD ADvERTIsIng: Art dirECtor Sue Cothran AdvErtising sAlEs: John Hitt: Downtown, Carolina Beach Kris Beasley: Wrightsville Beach, N. Wilmington Shea Carver: Midtown, Monkey Junction Promotions mAnAgEr: John Hitt distribution: Reggie Brew, John Hitt CorrespondenCe: p.o. Box 12430, Wilmington, n.C. 28405 email@encorepub.com • www.encorepub.com phone: (910) 791-0688 • Fax: (910) 791-9177

living it up locally

Stay tuned! We have a great summer contest coming up, allowing readers an opportunity to win a staycation in downtown Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach or Ocean Isle! Check out our upcoming June editions for more information. Local businesses who wish to sponsor Living It Up Locally should contact John Hitt or Kris Beasley at (910) 791-0688 for more information!

stereotypes that is ‘Sex and the City 2.’

10 art: Lauren Hodges interviews EJ Stewart about her upcoming reading at CAM as part of their “Recollection: The Past is Present” exhibit.

11 gallery guide: Find out what exhibitions are hanging in our local art galleries.

12-13 music: Andrew Zucchino interviews Jeff Bridgers of Chapel Hill’s Unholy Tongues; Adrian Varnam previews the upcoming Wilmignton Unplugged, featuring Nashville’s

kidzink

KIDZink is featured in the encore exchange. Check out all the kid-friendly and school-friendly stuff we have featured during the first edition of the month, located in the pages of the encore exchange. To have your child’s/classroom’s art work, writings, poetry, photography, and creative submissions printed, e-mail shea@encorepub.com by the 25th of every month.

encore exchange

All of our readers should be aware that the encore exchange, our classified paper, will now run every other week in encore: the first and third weeks of the month. Pick it up next week to find out the latest sales on cars, trucks, homes and so much more! Our horoscopes, crossword puzzle and crossword answers will be highlighted in the calendar section of encore during the exchange’s off weeks. The Pet of the Week will be featured somewhere throughout encore pages, too! So keep on reading about which furry friends are in need of homes, and help us help them find the best in TLC.

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14-17 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing in venues all over town.

grub & guzzle ......... 21-23 21-23 dining guide: Need a few suggestions on where to eat? Flip through encore’s dining guide, and read about our

featured restaurant of the week.

extra! extra! ........... 24-31 24 encore book club: Tiffanie Gabrielse and book-club members review local professor Fred Siegel’s “All Will Be Revealed.”

26-34 calendar/’toons/crossword/ horoscopes/corkboard: Find out

where to go and what to do about town with encore’s calendar; check out Tom Tommorow

and encore’s annual ‘toons winner, Jay Schiller; do the Crossword, read your horoscope, and check out the latest saucy corkboard ads.

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Live Local. Live Small. The flip side of franchises

ne of the best parts of the Live Local campaign has been the conversations generated by it. I submitted an installment regarding franchises about a month ago that got a lot of response. One friend of mine, John, kept arguing over and over again that the money franchises pay upstream goes somewhere; a real town somewhere benefits from it. My response: “Yes, but not us! Instead of sending it somewhere else, shouldn’t we keep it here with local business?” That is the point. I kept thinking about this for a while and then was struck with the reality that we do have a strong and successful franchise operation in Wilmington that does bring money upstream to us: Port City Java.

by: Gwenyfar Rohler Port City Java is in fact a franchise organization, whose corporate headquarters happen to be in Wilmington. Ten of the Wilmington locations are still owned and operated by the company; the others are franchises. In addition there are seven more franchises in North Carolina (including five at NC State), and franchises in Washington, DC, Hagerstown, Maryland, and Basking Ridge, New Jersey, and two international franchises in Amman, Jordan, and San Juan, Costa Rica. It was actually the Amman, Jordan, location that captured my imagination. Right now, our national economy sends a lot of money to the Middle East, either to

reaping benefits: Megan Winters is the marketing director at Port City Java, our very own local coffeeshop franchise, which brings money to our community through their numerous stores located worldwide.

fight the war and terrorism or to purchase oil. But right here, in our little community, stands a company that actually imports money from the Middle East. Talk about turning the tables! The question is: How much money are we really talking about, and how is it spent? According to Port City Java’s Web site, there is an initial $27,500 fee for opening a franchise that comes to the corporate headquarters. Megan Winters, marketing director for Port City Java, confirms, “The franchise fee is reinvested in the company to help support the new franchisee.” Like many other franchises, Port City Java requires a royalty fee. According to their site it is 5 percent of the gross weekly

sales of the café. Again, Megan confirms, “Yes, the royalties are reinvested into the company to help support the franchisee.” Continuing with the franchise model, and to insure consistency in product quality and presentation, Port City Java sells their products to its franchises. Consequently, all the cafés order their coffee through the roastery in Wilmington. All the cups and napkins with Port City Java’s logo are ordered through Wilmington. Multiply that by 16 franchises in the U.S. and two international franchise cafés, and one can easily see that a substantial amount of money flows upstream into our community via the Port City Java corporate office. I did ask Megan if she could confirm any numbers, even ballpark figures. “Unfortunately, I can’t get into details about which cafés pay what percentage of royalties, or disclose any sales information, as that would be breach of Franchise Disclosure Law,” she responds. Very reasonable. However, it doesn’t take much imagination to extrapolate. That money obviously goes to many support services for the franchises, which include the roastery and Roast Master, and the marketing support that Megan provides—in other words, jobs. Right here in our river city. It is an interesting idea: our community receiving support and investment from strangers drinking coffee miles away—some of them in another hemisphere. It is good to find out we are “the real town somewhere” benefiting from such expansion. Gwenyfar is the author of “The Promise of Peanuts: a real life fairy tale about a man, a village, and the promise that bound them together,” available at OldBooksonFrontSt.com. Profits from the book go to support Jock Brandis’ lifechanging work with Full Belly Project.

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PRIDE for Community:

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The Great Gay Steakout benefits St. Jude’s Community Church

e: Tell me about the Steakout and what purpose it’s serving at this year’s PRIDE weekend. Jim Thomas: I’m a part of the fund-raising team at the church and I wanted to do an event that was associated with PRIDE weekend here in Wilmington. This allows gay and lesbian people in the community to celebrate gay pride and to raise some money for St. Jude’s. We’re going to do a really lavish dinner buffet of prime rib and Caribbean chicken, and we’re going to have several forms of entertainment. We have Brenda Bradley performing jazz and blues singer along with Mary Anne Hewett, with Donna Merritt accompanying both ladies. Then, we have area female impersonators doing a drag show, and we finish the night with Ken Merritt deejaying a dance for the rest of the evening. e: Has St. Jude’s ever done a fund-raiser of similar fashion in previous years? JT: I don’t think the church has ever done anything that’s been associated with PRIDE directly. We’re doing it with Out Wilmington, one of our sponsors this year. Every year they do something really big [during PRIDE weekend] on Saturday, but this year they were preparing to take a step back. That’s when I approached them about jointly doing something. e: What do you anticipate the funds from the Steakout to go toward? Mary Anne Hewett: We have within the church, the sisterhood and men’s fellowship groups, which take the initiative to help organizations like CARE, which focuses on helping those affected by AIDS/HIV. So the church is working on its outreach ministries, and that’s one reason why we need the funds to go toward

by: Adrian Varnam

The Great Gay Steakout Saturday, June 12th, 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Under the Big Top, St. Jude’s Metropolitan Church • 19 N. 26th Street Tickets: $20 or table of 8, $150 www.brownpapertickets.com (910) 398-4858 projects like these, as well as making capitol improvements to the building itself. e: What purpose does St. Jude’s provide in both the LGBTQIA and the larger Wilmington community as a whole? MAH: I think it serves really as a hub for people in the LGBTQIA community and straight allies to come and fellowship with one another. It’s a place of comfort and a place of support, and it provides a real “safe-zone” for Wilmington. St. Jude’s has been an icon in Wilmington now for many, many years, and has grown from a small church on 5th and Castle streets to a larger facility where we are now. The purpose of the Steakout is to provide growth of the church in order to strengthen the community outreach, and to stretch across the boundary to let people know that the church is there for everyone. Everyone can feel safe there. e: How has St. Jude’s been accepted within the larger community here in town? MAH: I think it’s been a positive acceptance. A lot of people who don’t know of the church, but are finding out about it now, are actually surprised that we’ve been around for as long as we have. I find that it’s an equal amount of LGBTQIA and straight individuals who support us. We’ve had quite a few key figureheads, including the mayor, district attorney and other politicians who have shown support for our church and have come to various events over the years. I think the one thing [people say] whenever someone new visits our church is just how nice and friendly, and open and accepting the church is. There are no stipulations you must have to come to our church. We’re very structured in our service and in our Sunday format, but people are just shocked sometimes by how many hugs and smiles are given away. e: What does the church provide someone in the LGBTQIA community that may have had trouble balancing his or her Christian upbringing or beliefs with their homosexuality?

JAZZY, BLUESY BRADLEY: Brenda Bradley will perform at the Great Gay Steakout and will be joined by Donna Merritt as part of the evening’s entertainment. A drag show and dancing with DJ Ken Merritt will round out the evening.

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JT: Personally, the number one thing that I had an issue with, growing up as both a Free Will Baptist and a gay man, was feeling accepted. What St. Jude’s provided me was a home and the sense that it’s OK, and the Lord accepts me for the way that he made me. After coming to St. Jude’s for a few months, I was able to accept being a homosexual and being a Christian man, as well. e: What is the church’s relationship with OutWilmington and PRIDE weekend? MAH: I think the roles have changed over the years. What I think is so positive is the fact that all of these organizations can come together and have one fund-raising event. A lot of times in the community people that have similar interests but different organizations sometimes may be at odds with each other or find that they can’t collaborate. I think it’s wonderful that we can have that sort of collaboration between the different groups here for one cause.

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ince 1992, St. Jude’s Metropolitan Community Church has served a need in the Wilmington community, providing a church to many Christians in the LGBTQIA community and their straight allies. With its Christ-centered theology and diversity-supported philosophy, St. Jude’s has been a refuge for many seeking shelter in a religion that has not traditionally been thought of as supportive of gays and lesbians. Recently, encore spoke with Jim Thomas and Mary Anne Hewett, parishioners at St. Jude’s and organizers for this Saturday’s church fund-raiser and the main event to celebrate PRIDE 2010: The Great Gay Steakout Under the Big Top.

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Chuck Shepherd digs up the strangest of the strange in world news

LEAD STORY It’s clear, based on a May Time magazine dispatch, that Norway’s felons and miscreants are of a superior class than America’s. When Norway’s brand-new Halden prison opened in April, the country’s King Harald V headlined a glitzy gala that celebrated what has been called the world’s “most humane” lockup. Among the facilities: a sound studio, jogging trails, a guest house for inmates’ visitors, and a scrumptious-smelling “kitchen laboratory” where murderers and bandits can learn to cook. Guards are unarmed (half are women) and intermingle with the rapists, drug dealers and others, dining with them and joining them in intramural sports. The recidivist rate for Norwegian prisoners in general is only 20 percent (versus 50 percent to 60 percent in the United States), but it is still early to tell whether Halden’s prisoners will find life behind bars so pleasant that they don’t mind risking another stretch there by returning to crime.

Nam-gi, had been executed by firing squad. In May, the German manufacturer Ex Oriente Lux AG set up its “Gold To Go” vending machine in the lobby of Abu Dhabi’s Emirates Palace Hotel, offering gold coins and one-, fiveand 10-gram bars of gold, based on the current world price at the time of the transaction.

Transcendent Science Intelligent Design: Among the new species first reported this year are a “nose” leech, a “Dracula” fish, a “psychedelic” frogfish and a “bombardier” worm, according to scientists at the University of Arizona and medical school researchers in Lima, Peru. The Peru-based leech, which is fanged and probably has been around since the time of dinosaurs, prefers nasal mucus as a habitat. The “Dracula” fish of Myanmar, with “canine-like fangs,” has an extraordinarily flexible mouth. The multicolored frogfish has apparently adapted to live among the colorful, venomous coral off Bali, Indonesia. The “bombardier” worm, found in California’s Monterey Bay, releases glow-inthe-dark projectiles when threatened. Until recently, researchers were certain that at least one ability separated humans from higher-functioning apes: the creation and use of tools for sex. However, primatologists writing in a recent issue of Science described a male chimpanzee’s repetitive use of a dried leaf in the same way that a male human of a certain class might employ a fast car. In the presence of a female chimp, the male carefully crinkles the leaf until she, seemingly accustomed to such leaf-crinkling, notices the male, along with his generous erection, and may then choose to join him. Too Much Information: British and Australian researchers, writing in a journal article in March, concluded that the world’s strongest insect (relative to body weight) is the male dung beetle, which can lift more than 1,100 times its weight (equivalent for an average male human: 80 tons). Since the beetles mate inside dung patties, their every move is a struggle against the resistance

Leading Economic Indicators Cutting-Edge Products: A Portland, Ore., inventor recently began offering a colorful patch designed to cover the area just below a dog’s tail. The “Rear Gear” is featured on the handmade-crafts’ site, Etsy.com. Tyrone Henry and Fermin Esson, of Opa Locka, Fla., near Miami, told reporters they were recently granted a patent for “saggy pants” that they say will satisfy young men’s street-fashion sense yet not run afoul of municipal laws around the country banning exposed underwear. Federal Reserve, Securities and Exchange Commission, On Edge: Last November, the government of North Korea made an ultimately disastrous decision to radically devalue its currency, overnight making 100 North Korean won worth 1 North Korean won, and the country’s citizens (as well as, reportedly, the Dear Leader himself) were not pleased. Three months later, without much fanfare, came the official announcement that the government’s (i.e., the Workers’ Party’s) chief finance minister, Pak

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posed by the feces. (On the other hand, the researchers also found weaker dung beetles that mated just fine helped not by their strength but by unusually large testicles.) Sounds Like a Joke: University of Michigan computer engineer Wei Lu revealed in April that he and colleagues were working on a new supercomputer design that is a radical departure from current computer architecture. Wei Lu’s design breakthrough (which has piqued the interest of the Pentagon’s DARPA think-tankers) is to model the operating system like the brain of a cat, he said, even though his supercomputer could never actually outperform the cat’s brain.

The Aristocrats! Last September, James Jones, 33, and a friend were issued disorderly conduct citations by police after witnesses reported that the pair, inebriated, had placed their genitals on a vegetables’ weighing scale in a supermarket in Edinburgh, Scotland. (They were acquitted in April 2010 when the only witness admitted that she only saw the men zipping up after claiming to have weighed themselves.) Fluids Festivals: A 44-year-old man was charged with battery in Crestview, Fla., in April as a result of a fight with his girlfriend, during which he pinched off one of his nostrils and blew mucus and blood out of the other (with contents landing on her “face, chest, arms and pants”). Madison, Wis., neighbors Nina Bell, 56, and Arnessa Battles, 38, were cited for disorderly conduct in March in a dispute over Battles’ dog’s winter-long output of droppings that had just been revealed by melting snow. According to the police report, by the time an officer arrived on the scene, both of the women had smeared each other’s cars with large quantities of dog poop. People Different From Us World-class sword-swallower Chayne Hultgren, 32, is a veteran of such exhibitions as Scotland’s Kamikaze Freakshow, as well as this year’s Psycho Sideshow in Australia, and he holds the Guinness Book record by downing 18 swords simultaneously. Part of his skill, he told Sydney’s Daily Telegraph in April, is learning to relax his body, but he also credited his 5-inch-longer-than-normal stomach and his decision to implant a row of magnets along his breastbone that he says everso-slightly diverts the metal swords away from vital organs. Reminiscing, Hultgren noted that once, during a show’s run in Belgium, an average of seven spectators a night were fainting (known in the trade as “falling ovations”). What does Hultgren ‘s future hold? “I’ve never had another job.” Read News of the Weird daily at www.WeirdUniverse.net. Send your Weird News to WeirdNews@earthlink.net or P.O. Box 18737, Tampa Florida, 33679.

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Family Exclusive: ‘Romeo and Juliet’ holds a loose grip on Shakespeare

veryone knows the tale: Two unanticipated young people bridge a love affair amidst their battling families, ending in a fatal and tragic conclusion. “Romeo and Juliet” has been a classic love story to last the ages; though, their love did not. Cherri McKay and her 20-year-old son, Caylan, co-produced this heartbreaking tale from the minds and bodies of the Shakespeare Youth Company, an attempt to most likely let the young ones of today learn the literature of the English playwright’s genius. Simultaneously, the audience gets entertained by a child’s grasp and spin on an otherwise adult play. However, this particular grasp was somewhat loose. Danielle Bringard, a current student of UNC Chapel Hill, plays the lovely and fair Juliet alongside the boyishly confident Romeo, Patrick Basquill. Though Basquill shows

by: Lisa Huynh

Romeo and Juliet

HHHHH Shakespeare Youth Company Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre 1914 Amphitheatre Dr. Tue-Thurs, June 10-17, 8pm • Free myspace.com/shakespeareonthegreen a cute schoolboy arrogance, from his slow swagger down to his sly grin, Bringard’s performance was less likeable. Her characterization of Juliet was giggly, ditzy and had a lack of emotion and serious regard for what I had believed was a tragic, expressive drama. Her rendition of Juliet turns into Lindsay Lohan

circa “Mean Girls”: short to satisfy, while delivering her lines in the same succession and tone. I questioned whether she understood what she was emoting. Juliet’s disability to engage the audience was saved by the hilarious and strong-voiced Nurse, played by Keena Karlson. Other showstoppers of the play include the dangerous and uncontrollable Tybalt, played by Carl Guthrie, as well as Caylan McKay himself, who took on the charmingly mischievous jokester Mercutio. McKay serves as a master of putting words into actions, strangely making a similar resemblance to the stark wild Mercutio of Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet.” Nevertheless, it would be safe to say that every audience member was glad to have him play dual roles as director and actor. As for the choreography and sound, the McKays incorporated dances that were able

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to include the younger of the cast members, such as the different but darling stick dance taken from Broadway’s “Peter Pan.” The music was modern, something that can entertain the children and leave audiences singing along to Madonna’s greatest hits (although, I must admit that hearing a song from the “Shrek” soundtrack is a little distracting during the quintessential love scene between R and J). All in all, “Romeo and Juliet” is a family show, as automatically noted from the repeating last names in the program. It is a cute performance even if subdued by the hindrance of emotions onstage, and the questioning on whether or not the youth are able to actually understand the words of Shakespeare, let alone act them out. One word of advice: mosquito spray. Bring lots of it.

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Bam, Wowza, Boom! ‘Catastropolis’ shows that super villians have bills, too

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NO PETS • NO COOLERS • NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE June 11 DAVE MAThEWS TRIBUTE BAND June 18 APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION (The Ultimate Guns n’ Roses Tribute)

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he seven super villains in Justin Cioppa’s Guerilla Theatre presentation, “Catastropolis,” are bad. Not bad, as in Joker-style; they aren’t torching hospitals and killing off city officials. But they are simply awful at their dayto-day responsibilities, such as paying bills in a timely fashion. “Catasrtopolis” centers around the relationships the villains have with various people in their lives: their landlord, “the evil HR lady” and the “normal” they recruit to live with them when money is tight. Skilled penman Cioppa, a UNCW graduate, as well as playwright student from Carnegie Mellon, has become a regular contributor to Guerilla Theatre productions. He’s also the first playwright in the company’s six-year lifespan to have a show produced twice. “We just wanted to tip our hats to him and thank him,” Guerilla Theatre director Richard Davis says. The theatre company plans on reviving all four of Cioppa’s plays, starting with “Catastropolis.” When Cioppa first started approaching theatre companies about producing his work, he was turned down numerous times—not because of his skills but because he never had anything produced. Davis decided to give him a chance after reading the scribe’s scripts. Now,, after having written four plays for the theatre, including “Welcome to the Slaughterhouse” and “Frank is Dead,” Cioppa is rapidly making a name for himself in the theatre community. “It all started right here in Wilmington,” Davis adds, proudly. Another first to accompany the second-timearound play is the director, Amber Davis. Having previously been an assistant director and stage manager, Davis is ecstatic to try her hands in the driver’s seat. She’s especially enthusiastic to make her debut with “Catastropolis.” “I love [the play],” she says. “I grew up with comics, and this is camp, Adam West–“Batman” style. I love the humor and the slapstick comedy.” Davis and the cast have been rehearsing for six weeks in preparation for the upcoming shows, trying to give the production a different twist from its first opening. “We’re definitely going to experiment,” she notes. “The first production was much more cartoon-y,” Davis adds. “Now it’s over-the-top,, super cheesy, camp humor.” “Catastropolis” promises to have a completely different style than its first run. Even the cast has changed. Its seven main characters—played by Cameron King, Amanda Young, Charles Auten, Terry Batson, Steve Raeburn, Celestial Pennington and Brad Mercier—and crew have been working hard to come up with fresh concepts. “The actors are so into their characters,” Davis notes, “and the ideas that they come up with [are wonderful.] It’s the excitement

by: Madison Kiger

Catastropolis Preview Guerilla Theatre Brown Coat Pub and Theatre 111 Grace Street June 10–27, 8pm. Sundays, 3pm Tickets: $10 or $5 for students www.browncoattheatre.com

RAG-TAG SUPERVILLIANS: Justin Cioppa’s characters will surely entertain in ‘Catastropolis’’—a play taking on its second run, produced from Brown Coat Pub and Theatre, starting June 10th.

that makes it so great.” In true Guerilla fashion, the show won’t be without a dose of multi-media formatting. The fight scenes will include a projection lighting up a backdrop with various onomatopoeias. It’s one more element sure to add depth to the show and enlighten audiences. Essentially, “Catastropolis” will have a broad appeal. “It’s very much like a Pixar cartoon,” Davis explains. “It’s accessible to children, but some jokes are funnier as an adult.” The play will make its second run from June 10th through the 27th, 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 5 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for students On June 20th, the Brown Coat Theatre hosts “pay what you can” night, selling tickets at the door on a first-come, first-serve basis, for as low as a nickel. Likewise, reservations can be made ahead of time for their dinner-and-show for $20; a three-course meal will be offered from Blue Plate restaurant. Tickets can be purchased online at www.browncoattheatre.com or at the door the night of the show.

Sex, Shoes and Stereotypes: Welcome to the screen the worthless excess that is ‘Sex and the City 2’

never saw “Sex in the City: The Movie.” I saw enough episodes of the original HBO series to know what character was played by which actress to be familiar with her particular spiel. I can name most of Carrie’s boyfriends but would have a hard time saying which season the whorish Samantha went lesbian. Readers will never hear me admit to liking “Sex and the City,” but I’ve watched it enough times with my wife to know more than any straight man ever needed to know about it. When the inevitable “Sex and the City” movie happened, I said, “No need to see that”—not that I have anything against it per se. It’s just a hackneyed spectacle of sex, shoes and stereotypes. However, there’s a certain percentage of people that enjoy such silliness. It’s inevitable. For the cinematic world to have movies about machine gun-wielding heroes and flesh-eating zombies, it means there have to be safe, predictable movies also must exist. Inoffensive movies—movies cornier than Iowa in the spring, containing more estrogen than an all-girls school field trip to Panama Beach. When I go to a movie like “Sex and the City 2,” I have zero expectations. In my mind I’ve already prepared to dine on a shit sandwich. This usually makes for a great review, until a certain realization hits: The movie isn’t awful. Sure, it’s ridiculous—the female equivalent of a hardcore action film. It envelops a ludicrous foray into corners of the mind that each gender has trouble believing exists. Can a man sit down and watch two hours of mindless violence? Sure. Can a woman sit down and watch a movie about really shallow middle-aged broads, dealing with the minutia of middle age? Apparently so. The rational half of me can easily see how people might find this entertaining. The irrational part of me has a hard time conceiving a world where the movie doesn’t constitute as torture to anyone with one or more testes. The story gives us four best friends at different points in their lives. Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) is married and dealing with the transition from New York party girl to subdued housewife. Samantha (Kim Cattrall) is still challenging the Lincoln Tunnel as New York’s most traveled opening. Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) is given a minute subplot—something about not being happy at work. Charlotte (Kristen Davis) is given even less to do. She spends the whole movie looking like she’s going through a rectal exam. It is not pleasant, nor necessary. Most of the girls are dealing with “rich white girl problems”: the stresses of jug-

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Sex and the City 2 Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristen Davis, Cynthia Nixon and Kim Cattrall

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I’M EVERY WOMAN: “The Sex and the City” ladies take to the stage, singing a very un-P.C. song amongst Muslims in Abu Dhabi.

gling kids, career and a nanny, or maybe a husband installing a brand new flat screen TV in the bedroom. These are things that make me cringe. After the relationship and parenting nonsense, the girls get whisked away to Abu Dhabi. This is where the movie goes from being harmless fun to “sweet merciful Christ—are you kidding me?” “Sex and the City 2” makes a really weak attempt at being “culturally sensitive” to our uptight Muslim brethren. There are moments of jaw-dropping stupidity. Having the cast sing “I Am Woman” would be great in most cities, but in Abu Dhabi, where women are subjected to such abhorrent behavior and are culturally viewed as second-class citizens, this act of silly empowerment comes across absurd. When Samantha hooks up with a guy on the beach, she’s taken to jail for disrespecting the Muslim way of life. This is handled comically, of course, but I doubt those imprisoned for improper behavior—or the women who are brutally killed by the men in their

ass backward society—would appreciate four spoiled bitches from America singing about the invincibility of women. The only moment I felt like I was watching a real American experience was when Samantha became surrounded by hate-filled Arab men shouting, “Fuck off!” It was the only honest moment the movie had. I’m not sure why

an oversexed woman, just shy of getting her AARP membership, would want to go to one of the most repressed places on Earth, but it felt invigorating to watch someone call out the uptight dirt merchants and their hypocritical misogynist bullshit. We spend so much time tiptoeing around other cultures. Personally, I think any culture, religion or society with antiquated ideas about the treatment of women deserve no consideration. In a way, that’s what is so culturally fascinating about a piece of piffle like “Sex and the City 2.” It features spoiled rotten, rich American housewives and the antiquated religious rhetoric of an Islamic society. I find both of them repugnant and tragically fascinating—rampant irresponsible capitalism meets repressed religious zealotry. “Sex and the City 2” is a broad and bland comedy. To its credit, I heard every woman in the theater laughing. For me, it was far from abysmal. I find it best to call the movie “Everything I Hate About the World”: women whining about their problems, old people having sex, repressed Muslim fanatics and their bullshit world view. The movie is worthless excess, and while it’s not painful, it’s something I don’t endorse either.

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Art of the Steal

Cinemaqtiue Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut Street June 14 - 16, 7:30pm, $7 (pictured) A working-class success, Albert Barnes, amassed one of the most spectacular

private art collections in the world valued at $25 billion. To protect it from sale and relocation after his death, he established the Barnes Foundation and located it at Lincoln University, a traditionally African-American college. Hundreds of works by Matisse, Cézanne, Picasso and Renoir are included, and Mr. Barnes’ will carefully provided for their protection. Director Don Argott examines the fight to relocate the Barnes collection to Philadelphia and the political, racial and economic influences that allowed it to happen. 101 Minutes. Not Rated.

The Weather Underground

Subversive Film Series Juggling Gypsy •1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223 June 13, 8pm • Free Thorough archival footage and interviews of the veterans of both sides of this conflict, the 2002 documentary isbased on the rise and fall of the American radical organization The Weathermen. The resistance movement’s campaign of selective violence through this period until changing times and disillusionment brought it to an end, while the FBI used unethical and illegal methods to hasten it.

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Alone in the Past:

E.J. Stewart brings the stories of rural black women to CAM

lla Joyce Stewart, known to many as “E.J.,” is quickly becoming a successful writer. The recipient of both the North Carolina Art Council’s Technical Award Grant and the Charlotte/Mecklenberg Art Council’s Emerging Artist Grant, two of her short stories were published in the book “Jump Up and Say: A Collection of Black Storytelling.” Yet the family who inspired her moving work always keeps her grounded, no matter how successful she becomes. “My uncle asked me the other day if I thought I was special,” she says. “He told me that my talent didn’t just come from nowhere. My mother used to write stories all the time when she was young, and [she would] get her brothers and sisters to act them out.” A visit to her uncle’s house in Garner, North Carolina, two years ago ended up being a source of inspiration for Stewart. She remembers how he led her to a window that looked out over the rural neighborhood. He pointed to house after house, talking in detail about the families that used to live there when he and Stewart’s mother were children. All that remained in present day were the mothers and wives whose families had been gone for years. “He told me that those were the stories I needed to tell,” she says. Stewart’s father was a sharecropper. Her family moved often in her childhood, and she claims to have attended five different schools. They settled in Kinston when she was 20, but she graduated from a high school in New Bern. Memories of living in the rural South before the civil rights movement remain complicated for Stewart. She remembers being happy, and despite the laws of segregation, she talks fondly of her white neighbors. “We all looked after each other,” she says. “If someone got sick, we went to each other’s houses with food and cakes. It was a big family.”

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Forgotten Rural Black Women: What Happens When the Farms and Men Are Gone? Work by E.J. Stewart Cameron Art Museum • 3201 S. 17th Street June 13th, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. • Free www.cameronartmuseum.com All of their camaraderie was fine, of course, until the school year started. Stewart was bused eight miles away, past beautiful brick buildings where white children learned, to a secondary school where she and her black classmates received an education. “I remember it being very simplistic,” she says. “I was young. I didn’t think about what we didn’t have or why we were treated differently.” She simply remembers the small things, like having to use the bathroom at home before walking to the bus stop. After all, the bus stop bathrooms were on the “white side” of the building. Still, she understands that it was different for her parents. Stewart remembers going shopping in town and not being allowed to try on clothes in the stores. “They would let us buy but not try on,” she notes. “So my daddy took us to the other side of town where he knew they would let us try on clothes.” Such simple gestures remind Stewart of the sacrifices her parents had to make in order to provide a happy childhood. “It’s so important that we remember those who brought us here,” she says. “Those who did the hard work.”

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story time: E.J. Stewart shares stories about ‘forgotten rural black women’ at CAM as part of their exhibition, ‘Recollection: The Past is the Present.’

Specifically, she means the women who lived in the old farmhouses. Having married and raised children in a time where both women and racial minorities had limited opportunities, they clung to their stories. Stewart spent the last two years gathering memories and putting them together in her signature raconteur style; the North Carolina Humanities Council immediately picked up her project. Most of the women featured were part of Stewart’s childhood in some way. Her favorite story to tell focuses on one woman who never had children, yet took to the Stewart children as if they were her own. “She was a landowner and had a very fancy car,” Stewart tells. “When we moved into town, she came by in her car and asked my father if she could take us children to Sunday school with her. My father refused because he had left the church, and we

didn’t have any nice clothes to wear. We were having a difficult time settling in and he asked her to leave.” The woman returned week after week, each time re-introducing herself and asking to take Stewart and her siblings to church, always met with the same response. Finally, she arrived with a large package and presented it to Stewart’s mother. It was fabric, thread and sewing needles. The very next week, the children were lined up and ready to accompany their new neighbor. Within two years, Stewart’s father re-joined the church. “She still lives out there, all alone,” Stewart recalls. “When I came to her to talk about the story, she couldn’t believe I remembered her! She has no idea how much she affected my life.” Stewart explains her devotion to these stories with an African proverb: “Our loved ones never die as long as we don’t forget them.” Yet the older black women of the South have an especially significant piece of Stewart’s heart. “As soon as I began talking to these women, I knew them,” she says. “All I had to do was think about my mother’s friends.” Stewart’s stories are a tribute to her mother—something she hopes will live on forever, just as her uncle’s words, describing his sister, continue to ring in Stewart’s ears: “If she was really that talented, and she had never married and had kids, and she had been born in a different time, [she] could have really become somebody.” Ella Joyce Stewart will be presenting her story, “Forgotten Rural Black Women: What Happens When the Farms and Men Are Gone?” at the Cameron Art Museum on June 13th, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The program is part of CAM’s exhibition “Recollection: The Past is Present,” which is free to view and on display until June 20th.

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Artfuel.inc is located at the corner of Wrightsville Ave and 17th street. Housed in an old gas station, we offer resident artists working in studios alongside a gallery space used to exhibit other artists work. We hope to connect artists with each other and offer many styles of work to fuel the public’s interest. Currently, Artfuel, Inc. will showcase We’re Up & Running Again. Artists Include: Nicolle Nicolle, Michelle Connolly and Eli Thompson. The show will hang for eight weeks!

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

Crescent Moon 332 Nutt St, The Cotton Exchange (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm; Sun., 12-4pm www.crescentmoonnc.com

The Original Fleas were first created over 30 years ago, and the fun-loving personalities of Greg and Jeff Quayle are obvious in each unique sculpture they create. These unique handcrafted sculptures depict more than 230 professions, sports, and hobbies. There is a flea for everyone! Come see! These whimsical welded hand-crafted metal sculptures fit nicely with Crescent Moon’s goal to increase our metal work available in the gallery. Crescent Moon is located in The Cotton Exchange, where parking is free while shopping or dining. Follow us on twitter as CrescentMoonNC or become a fan on our Facebook page!

Hampstead Art Gallery 14712 Hwy. 17 N. • (910) 270-5180 Mon.-Sat. 11am-5pm, or by appt. Hampstead, NC

“Beautiful; lots of variety.” “Love the place.” “Beautiful art work.” “Very nice.” “Art rocks your socks, and you know that.” These are just what a few customers had to say about Hampstead Art Gallery. Come and tell us what you think. 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. Hampstead Art Gallery is located in Hampstead on the corner of Factory Road next to CVS Pharmacy.

Wilmington Art Association Gallery

THE LUNCHEON, by Catherine C. Martin, acrylic on canvas, 40” x 30,” now hangs as part of New Elements’ Colors of Summer exhibition.

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pattersonbehn will be featuring the work of Michelle Connolly. Michelle is a remarkably, prolific artist who has managed to stay connected to her inner child by channeling it through her artwork. Though so much of her work comes from her personal memories and her very active imagination- there is also a strong sense of depth and maturity to many of her pieces. The gallery also carries works by Bob Bryden, Virginia Wright-Frierson, Rachel Kastner, Pam Toll, and Katherine Webb, as well as a large selection of works on paper in numerous media.

216 N. Front St. • (919) 343-8997 Tues-Sat: 11am-5:30pm or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com

“Colors of Summer” featuries the works of Triangle artists Catherine C. Martin and Bob Rankin at New Elements Gallery through June 19th. The exhibition is a visual symphony of movement and color, combining Martin’s impressionistic landscapes and interiors with Rankin’s abstracts. Though each painter is distinctive in style and technique, the results play beautifully together, engaging in their use of palette and the energy of each brushstroke.

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Please stop by the Wilmington Art Gallery, 616-B Castle St., to view Sheryl KeyMoore’s wildlife photography entitled “ I Dream of Africa.” Sheryl is a teacher, and each summer volunteers and photographs the exotic animals in Africa. The “Spritual Art” exhibit also will run until Wednesday, June 23rd.

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Confidence in the Quiet Tongue: Unholy Tongues plays post-rock instrumentals

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e’re live; we’re loud,” drummer Jeff Bridgers, of the Wilmington instrumental band Unholy Tongues, affirms. Unholy Tongues consists of Bridgers, Abram Young and Matt Williams, and they will head east this week in hopes of recording eight songs at Warrior Sound Studio in Chapel Hill. Bridgers quickly asserts that the current online recordings (www. myspace.com/unholytongues) fail to represent the band. Yet any artistic venture begins and ends with the artist or artist’s image. Upon listening to the two tracks Unholy Tongues have released, it’s easy to assume that many will enjoy them. The demos sound professional, and are performed with precision and control, like that of seasoned musicians. Regardless, Bridgers knows what Unholy Tongues want to produce, what they want us to hear. “We want to capture a live sound,” he pledges with a calm but firm confidence. “We want to write songs that hit hard.” Imagine the dilemma, though, in attempting to recreate the intensity and the unique environment of a live performance in the studio. It’s probably the most difficult, not to mention financially risky goal a band could embark upon. I have become uneasy by the risks Bridgers and the rest of Unholy Tongues intend to take. Bridgers just eats his salad. Such confidence in live performance, and such emphasis on live sound—even in the studio—comes as no surprise. “I’m a blacksmith,” Bridgers says casually, as if I were a 1915 Chicago Tribune reporter assigned to a write-up on the regular working folk. I briefly consider holding the

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Unholy Tongues Also playing: Gray Young Soapbox Laundro Lounge • 255 N. Front Street June 11th; 8 p.m. • free www.myspace.com/unholytongues

story on Unholy Tongues to begin a story on Jeff Bridgers, the blacksmith: Imagine someone hammering away at molten steel, recreating something already pure. Sometimes it’s molded into an aesthetically pleasing object, like a small heart-shaped leaf. Sometimes it’s more practical, like a handrail or a coat hanger. Week-in, week-out, he hammers away, and then celebrates Friday’s arrival with an after-work drink. A business-clad suit a few seats over at the bar asks, “What do you do for a living?” “I’m a blacksmith,” Bridgers might respond. “So you make metal,” the suit sums up. At that instant, Bridgers’ livelihood, art and love, suddenly and painfully reduced, becomes compressed. So goes the need for him to be conscientious of his band’s final product, too. “A lot of recordings are compressed to hell,” he says. “I’ve always liked recordings that seemed like they had less processing.” Bridgers convinces me that this is the best way to make music. After all, it’s coming from the walking epitome of “you must try it to appreciate it.” Nevertheless, when dealing with a sub-

feel the rhythm: Jeff Brigders, Abram Young and Matt Williams make up Chapel Hill’s instrumental band Unholy Tongues, playing the Soapbox this Friday. Photo by Brian Reed.

ject as malleable as art, it’s arguably impossible to maintain complete control. “We have this weird style that I can’t really put my finger on,” Bridgers says. He notes inspiration from Sigur Rós, Mogwai and Maserati, but he’s right, there is something different going on with Unholy Tongues. The genre of instrumental post-rock might be the best way to organize the band’s sound, in order to convey it through words.

Though, seeping through the genre, there is something danceable, heartwarming and even hopeful. It is undeniably something an audience would feel rather than hear. This makes sense, considering the fact that Unholy Tongues, while performing, never open their mouths to speak. “We just want to write good songs, with good transitions that move you,” Bridgers claims. After a performance Thursday night in Chapel Hill, Unholy Tongues will return from the Triangle area, bringing along Raleigh’s Gray Young to play the Soapbox Laundro Lounge on Friday, June 11th, at 9 p.m for Feel Good Free Music Friday. Admission is free.

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A Songwriting Natural: Rayland Baxter headlines I-40 Reunion Tour during Wilmington Unplugged by: Adrian Varnam

The I-40 Reunion Tour Featuring Rayland Baxter, Gabriel Kelley and Big Al Hall and Marching Rams City Stage/Level 5 • 21 N. Front Street June 12th • Tickets: $15 Doors at 6 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. wilmington.unplugged@gmail.com (910) 352-6417

n a modern world that’s governed by a 24hour news cycle of information, it’s easy for anyone to feel overwhelmed by the constant barrage of text messages, emails, status updates and tweets. While it’s not exactly practical to build a cabin on Walden Pond to escape the noise these days, it is good to appreciate the slower pace of the natural world and breathe it in whenever possible. For Nashville singer/songwriter Rayland Baxter, it’s absolutely essential, for both his health and his creativity. “I love nature and depend on the natural world for my sanity,” he says. “The core of my music is about nature and the connection of it to me, and to love, loneliness and happiness. The emotions come from the changing of the seasons, the memories that I have of summer turning into autumn and the leaves changing, and trees, water and what all of that evokes in me. I kind of see through a filter of all these things, and I just like to write songs about it.” While songwriting may be cathartic for Baxter today, it’s not something that he’s relied on all his life as an outlet. An advertising major and creative prose writer in college, it wasn’t until he moved out to Colorado after school that he began getting serious about the process. On his own and immersed in the geography and majesty of the Rockies, it was then that he knew this was the direction that he wanted his life to take. Although the decision to make a career of it was his own, it didn’t hurt that he came from musical stock: his mother, a singer and pianist, his father, a multi-instrumentalist, who played and recorded with legends like Bob Dylan, Steve Earle and others. Baxter says he resisted making a serious attempt at music in his younger days, but, as he got older, he overcame that which held him back. He then committed himself to following his father in a career in the business. Today, the man, Bucky Baxter, who has played on some of rock ‘n’ roll’s most enduring albums, is his biggest fan. “He loves it,” he says of his father. “He’s

always proud of me, and I come to him for advice. Usually, the advice is him shooting it straight—something he’s done my whole life. If he likes the song, he’ll say he likes the song. His opinion is never the deciding factor if I cut it or ditch it, but he’s done it all so I tend to listen. Specifically working with Bob Dylan, Ryan Adams, and Steve Earle— three of the strongest songwriters for each generation—he has the experience to know what he’s talking about.” The advice, hard work and fatherly influence has paid off in Rayland Baxter’s music. Now a few years removed from Colorado, and a catalog of tunes later, he says he’s dedicated to the craft of songwriting and seems proud of how his work is turning out these days. “I’ve definitely become a better writer,” he says. “With any trade or practice, you evolve, and I’ve definitely noticed a strong improvement in my writing. It’s a full-on obsession now. It’s in my mind constantly, so everything I look at, whether it’s a poster or a curtain or a picture, I can pull into a song. The way that I’ve been thinking a lot, lately, is that this is my trade, this is my craft, and the more I write, the better I am at it.” For someone who’s been doing this for a relatively short amount of time, the results are impressive. Playing beautiful, melodic Americana, with smart lyrics and gentle phrasing, Baxter writes music that evokes the natural world he loves, while disguising it in stories about relationships, love and longing. His current batch of new music, a record he plans to title “The Revival of a Natural World”, is in the process of being recorded and seems to be his most impressive collection of songs to date.

BACK TO HIS ROOTS: Nashville’s Rayland Baxter found his way in life after living in the Rockies after college and exploring the natural world, which continues to inspire his songwriting today.

“This [project] is something that started months ago,” he says. “I played a gig out in the country with these three guys on someone’s art gallery front porch, and we just hit it off and said we needed to record. Finally, it’s now happening, and it’s really blowing my mind every day. There [have] really been a lot of magical moments in the process, and it’s turned out to be a great-sounding record. I’m excited as I’ve ever been about these new batch of tunes.” In the meantime, Baxter says he’ll continue to perfect his craft, build his listenership one fan at a time, and return to nature as much as possible. Somewhere in all of that is a balance that will allow him to accomplish his goal: a life well-lived and a legacy of timeless music. “I just want to keep writing great material, and I’d like to eventually be in the upper echelon of songwriters in the game,” he says. “I love doing this, and love is a powerful thing. My goal is to make a living at it but, more importantly, to enjoy my life while I’m doing it.”

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soundboard

a preview of tunes all over town this week

WeDneSDAY, jUne 9 JeReMy noRRis —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 BiBis ellison anD tiM BlacK —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 open Mic W/ gaRy allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 DJ p. FunK

sai collins

RogeR Davis, Ron Wilson

—Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,

—Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

—Flat Eddie’s; 5400 Oleander Dr., 799-7000 open Mic night

910-256-0115 soul taxi, pseuDo Blue & the MaJestics,

THURSDAY, jUne 10

—Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

open Mic W/ sean geRaRD (9pM)

open Mic W/ gaRy allen

KaRaoKe W/ loRi Beth

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

—Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City,

—Griff’s Tavern @ George St.; 6320 Market St.,

eRic anD caRey B.

NC 328-4373

793-2628

—El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255

DJ eyecon

FRieD lot

—Mansion on Market; 6317 Market St., 395-5028

—Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,

—The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206

DJ stRetch

910-256-0115

—Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288

KaRaoKe With BoB clayton

—Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301

DJ Big DaDDy (countRy)

KaRaoKe

—Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880

acoustic Duo (7-10), BRett Johnson’s

—Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288

—Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.;

JaMes JaRvis & FRienDs (7pM-8pM), JiM

JaM (10-?)

DJ coMpose

256-3838

ashley’s open Mic

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

—Port City Pub, 121 Grace St.; 251-3791

KaRaoKe W/ DJ BiKeR RoB

—The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607

live Music

gogglez pizano

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

nutt house iMpRov

—Romanelli’s, Leland; 383-1885

—Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle

piano shoW

—Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

DJ Don’t stop

Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

YO MAMA’S BIG FAT BOOTY BAnD: saturday at the

—Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846

open Mic night

—Slick and Reds, 2501 S. College Rd.; 798-5355

FoRest taBoR

soapbox.

act ii

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

KaRaoKe Kong

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

—Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle

KaRaoKe

—Orton Pool Room, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878

689-7219

Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

live Music

neW DinasouRs

Dave MeyeR

—Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393

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

selah DuBB —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 Matt haM —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900

—Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.;

—High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina

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458-5255

Bch; 458-0807

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

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

—16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616

LIVE MUSIC

Verandah Cafe Terrace

117 Grace St. Downtown 910-763-3456

thursdays - 7-10pm

sea pans steel Drums

wed 6.9

karaoke night thurs 6.10

team trivia with

dj richtermeister fri 6.11

80s weekend with

mighty mcfly sat 6.12

80s weekend with

radio cult

Gabby’s Lounge Fri., June 11

root soul 7-10PM

sat., June 12

John toppings 7-10PM Fri., June 18

oVertYme 7-10PM

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FRIDAY & SAT acoustic live music on the outdoor back deck

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SUNDAY 1/2 price wine list TUESDAY Twosome Tuesday - 10% off entrees for two $5 Wine Feature WEDNESDAY Ladies Night - cheese and chocolate, $8/lady THURSDAY $25 four-course menu, $2.50 drafts and $6 martinis FRIDAY 70’s night - good vibes and great prices

BUY ANY BURGER, GET A DRAFT OR DOMESTIC BOTTLE

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ten DollaR thRill —Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, 1211 S. Lake Blvd; 458-2000 sea pans —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231

WINE-6 CHOICES FOR $12/BOTTLE, $3 PINTS $1.50 HAMBURGER, CHEESEBURGER OR PORK SLIDERS

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Machine Gun â€”Harbor Masters, 315 Canal Dr., Carolina Beach; 458-28200 Reid hanson (6-8pM), dJ scott JaMes (8-11pM) â€”Cameo 1900; 1900 Eastwood Rd.,910-509-2026 dJ ced â€”The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 dJ RichteRMeisteR â€”Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 FaMily KaRaoKe â€”Alfieâ€™s, 2528 Castle Hayne Rd.; 251-5707 toM Rhodes â€”Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St.; 251-1935 JaMes JaRvis & FRiends (7pM-8pM) â€”The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 nutt stReet open Mic â€”Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 classy KaRaoKe with Mandy clayton â€”Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001 KaRaoKe â€”Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 dJ â€œMR leeâ€? â€”Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 FiRedance & dRuMs @ daRK, dJ Mit psytRance (11pM) â€”Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

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dJ (hip-hop/dance) â€”Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 JaMes JaRvis & FRiends (7pM-8pM) â€”The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 KaRaoKe KonG â€”Slick and Reds, 2501 S. College Rd.; 798-5355 piano show â€”Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 dJ â€”Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 latino niGht with dJ â€”Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 dJ tuRtle â€”Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 RoBBie BeRRy â€”Southpaw Sports Bar, 123 Princess St.;338-1886 dJ ced â€”The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 Melvin and sayeR â€”El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255 dJ â€”Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 open Mic niGht â€”Java Junkies Coffee Bar; 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977 live Music â€”Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 dJ countRy â€”Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288 Ron etheRidGe & Jason woolwine

â€”Carolina Beach Boardwalk; 910-458-8434

â€”Barbary Coast; 116 S. Front St., 762-8996

KaRaoKe with BoB clayton â€”Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880

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â€”Trebenzioâ€™s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301

â€”Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400

KaRaoKe with BoB clayton

the RaMBlinâ€™ Gypsies

â€”Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880

â€”Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 the last Minute (7-9pM) â€”Ollieâ€™s Coffee & Donuts; 2307 N. College Rd., 392-3635 dave Mathews tRiBute Band â€”Downtown Sundown; riverfront downtown, 763-7349 Radio hayse GReasy GRanny â€”Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255 the Mullets â€”Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 dave MeyeR â€”Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 Million younG, unholy tonGues, GRay younG â€”Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 onwaRd soldieRs â€”The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 MiGhty McFly â€”Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 KaRaoKe w/ dJ val â€”Katyâ€™s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 tRavis shallow â€”Wrightsville Grille, 6766 Wrightsville Ave.; 509-9839 caltRop, BeaRd oF antleRs, in the yeaR oF the piG â€”Reggieâ€™s, 1415 S. 42nd St.

dJ scooteR FResh â€”Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 dJ â€”Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 dJ tiMe â€”Fibber McGeeâ€™s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 Full dish (8-11:30pM) â€”Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc., 910-256-0115 BiBis ellison â€”Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910256-9133 oveRtyMe â€”Surfâ€™s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 sai collins â€”Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 no dollaR shoes w/ Jesse stocKton â€”16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 Root soul pRoJect â€”Holiday Inn Resort (Gabbyâ€™s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 adRian haRdKeR â€”Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 Bald FuRy, dane BRitt â€”Beach House Bar â€˜nâ€™ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 John Fonvielle â€”Little Dipper, 138 S. Front St.; 251-0433

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MONDAY All Pizzas $5 in the bar after 5pm 22oz Domestic Draft $200 TUESDAY Live Jazz in the Bar Half Price Bottles of Wine Absolut Dream $5 â€˘ PaciďŹ co $2.50 22oz Yendgling Draft $2 WEDNESDAY Corona\Corona Light $250 Margarita\Peach Margaritas $4 10 oz domestic draft $1 THURSDAY Gran Martinis $7 â€˘ Red Stripe $250 FRIDAY Cosmos $4 â€˘ 007 $350 Harps bottles $250 SATURDAY Baybreeze\Seabreeze $4 22oz Blue Moon Draft $3 Select domestic bottles $150 MAY 22: DAVID TYSON (on the patio)

live Music â€”Henryâ€™s, 2806 Independence Blvd.; 793-2929 Mac & Juice â€”Hellâ€™s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 763-4133

piano show â€”Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 BiG Foot, dane BRitt â€”Beach House Bar â€˜nâ€™ Grill, 7219 Market St.;

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â€”Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St.; 251-1935

live Music

Bcâ€™s weeKend suRpRise show

â€”Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

â€”Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.;

live countRy Music

763-2223

â€”Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288

Ballyhoo w/ B Foundation

dJ scooteR FResh

â€”Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558

â€”The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206

dave waite, alex stone (coMedy)

dJ (hip hop)

â€”Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.;

â€”Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville

251-8500

Beach; 256-2776

daniel paRish

â€”Murphyâ€™s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385 (at the Mad

â€”Ronnieâ€™s Place, 6745-B Market St.; 228-8056

Boar Restaurant), 285-8888

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Beach Billy BRos.

â€”Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395

â€”Mayfaire Music on the Town, Mayfaire Town

KaRaoKe

Center

â€”Java Junkies Coffee Bar; 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977

SAturDAY, june 12

KaRaoKe

dJ â€”Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 dJ p. Money â€”Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 iaMhuMan â€”Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 dJ tuRtle â€”Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 dJ

â€”Griffâ€™s Tavern @ George St.; 6320 Market St.,

â€”Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

â€”Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001

793-2628 live Music â€”Oceanic, Oceanfront Wrightsville Beach; 256-5551 KaRaoKe with BoB clayton â€”Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 classy KaRaoKe with Mandy clayton

100 S. Front St. Downtown 251-1832 1/2 priced select apppetizers m-f 4-7pm MONDAY $10 Bud/Light Buckets $4 Jack Daniels â€˘ $3 Capt. Morgan TUESDAY $1 Tacos 4-7pm â€˘ $3 sauza $15 margarita pitchers $3 Mexican Beers $5 Top Shelf Tequila â€˘ $7 Patron WEDNESDAY $3 Pints (10 Drafts) $5 Jager Bombs â€˘ $2 wells THURSDAY Mug Night $2 Domestic Drafts w/HK MUG $5 Bombers â€˘ $4 Jim Beam $3 pinnacle flavored vodkas $3.50 MicroBrews FRIDAY $3 Select Draft $4 Fire Fly Shooters $5 Red Bull Vodka SATURDAY $2.50 Miller Lt or Yuengling Draft $8 Pitcher â€˘ $3 Kamikaze $4 Well Drinks SUNDAY $2.50 Bud/Light Draft $8 Pitcher â€˘ $5 Crown Royal $4 Bloody Mary

SUNDAY Domestic Draft Pints $150 Bloody Marys $4 White Russians $4

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by: Shea Carver Why did you decide to pursue an independent business in Wilmington, NC, and why in your chosen profession? KCG: I grew up in NC and left at 19 for California, searching for more progressive communities and access to holistic lifestyle education (and a place where I could be barefoot at “work”). When moving back from Los Angeles, I decided to plant roots in Wilmington and thought, If we build it, they will come! And they did! We are so grateful for our incredible community and look forward to collaborating with folks who wish to continue to support our city’s evolution. Yoga as a lifestyle is a mental state; it’s all about community, local and global. Have you worked corporately or globally, and how do you compare that job with a locally owned business—perks/downfalls? KCG: We offer Kunga Journeys yoga service retreats, where we volunteer with children in developing countries. We will be returning for our third group trip to the Home of Hope

Orphanage India in December 2010, and it’s absolutely the best job in the world. Nothing corporate about it; no downfalls at all. We love fusing our global travels with our local business, and work hard to bring new projects and ideas back to Wilmington from our travels. What products does your store offer that stand above others in town? KC: The Wilmington Yoga Center offers a variety of yoga and wellness-based products and clothing that are not carried anywhere else in Wilmington. Tell us a customer-related story that sums up your service to Wilmingtonians? KCG: This January we hosted a two-day Yoga-thon to celebrate our 10-year anniversary. The event provided 100s of Wilmingtonians a chance to experience yoga for free. It also doubled as a fund-raiser for the Home of Hope Orphanage in India. We are hosting another Yoga Day on June 19th to give back to the community, as well as raise funds for the orphanage. What has been the funniest moment to happen in your current business?

KCG: We held a fund-raiser for the Mizero Orphans of Rwanda (children who lost their parents in the genocide), and they joined us for our public yoga classes. Without being able to speak/understand English, they kept right up with us, and laughed and giggled the entire class, falling over in yoga postures, making fun of each other in their language the entire time—they had no idea it was somewhat of a meditative, quiet experience. How are you staying relevant, fresh and top of mind when stacked up against your competitors? KCG: Wilmington Yoga Center is driven to broaden the scope of the Yoga community here in Wilmington. Whether it be through our outreach programs, with local underserved populations, Pay-What-You-Can donation classes at the center or our internationally renowned workshop presenters, we do everything we can to meet the needs and expand the minds of our community. What’s next on your agenda in evolving your store/product line? KCG: We are currently forming a non-profit

for all Kunga service projects. Our goal is to raise $100,000 by 2012 for the orphans we work with. We are also placing 40-plus new Kunga Yoga certified teachers into the Wilmington community this year, to offer free yoga to under-served populations. Your extra-curricular activities consist of what? KCG: I believe in philanthropy and love working with orphanages and underserved populations around the world, as well as local outreach programs, working with organizations like the Boys & Girls Club of Wilmington, St. Judes Hospital, Costco Wellness Program, Girls Inc—the list goes on and on. We also offer corporate yoga programming, off-site yoga, private parties, concerts at the center and holistic workshops in ayurveda, meditation, nutrition, dance and more! Your favorite place in Wilmington to visit is where, and why? Our incredible, beautiful, clean, relaxing beach. Easy Question.

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The WallCloCk Wannabees —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc., 910-256-0115 Jam sandWiCh —Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910256-9133 Thom CrumpTon —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 a Full dish —Brixx Pizza; Mayfaire Towne Center, 6801 Main St. 256-9677 shayar —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 The sarah soJourn proJeCT —Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market; Lake Park Blvd., 28428 John Toppings —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 l shape loT —Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, 1211 S. Lake Blvd; 458-2000 mike & ForresT —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 perry smiTh —Little Dipper, 138 S. Front St.; 251-0433 The Vinyl sound —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 mr. mark —Riverfront Farmers’ Market; Water St. Wilmington yo mama’s big FaT booTy band (phoTo) —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 monkeykniFeFighT, s.o.l. —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

bulls on parade, gypsie Fire —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

sunday, june 13

Jah CreaTion

monday, june 14

tuesday, june 15

dJ CounTry / Family day

—Grand Union Pub, 1125 Military Cutoff; 910-

karaoke

karaoke W/ dJ Val —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204

liVe musiC

—Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288

256-9133

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

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

mike and The maulers (8pm- 12) —Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224

susan saVia (10am-2pm)

sean higgins QuarTeT (5-7pm)

karaoke W/ bJ biker rob

—Havana’s; 1 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach,

open miC nighT

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

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

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

praTTle on riCk

open miC WiTh ViVa

dane briTT karaoke

—Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

—El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255

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

george daVis band

open miC nighT

—Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St.; 251-1935

—Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle

—Port City Pub, 121 Grace St.; 251-3791

dJ sir niCk bland

Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

open miC W/ beau

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

sunday nighT FeVer

—16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616

256-2776

—Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301

karaoke

dJ big kahuna

—Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900

—Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846

robbie berry —Smileys Tavern, 723 N. 4th Street; 399-1669

458-2822 Jam WiTh benny hill —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888

910-256-0115

dJbe karaoke

Tom rhodes —Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255

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

daVid aVenT band, eye 2 eye, high VolTage,

FluTisT nikki Wisnioski

Today’s gone, roCk shoW, arTie daVis,

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

soul poWer posse —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

loCk (maCk aVenT beneFiT) 1pm- 10pm)

—Mansion on Market; 6317 Market St., 395-5028

galen on guiTar (brunCh)

—Hooligans Pub & Music Hall; 2620 Onslow Dr.,

open miC nighT

—Courtyard Marriott, 100 Charlotte Ave., Carolina

—Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866

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

giVe Thanks

Beach; (800) 321-2211

dJ Time

dJ Ced

—Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301

689-7219 liVe musiC —Oceanic, Oceanfront Wrightsville Beach; 256-5551 open miC nighT —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 reggae Tuesdays —Green Light Lounge; 21 N. Front St., Basement Cape Fear blues Jam —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 karaoke kong —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 dJ “mr lee” —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 Top 40 W/ dJ Val —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 The bil krauss shoW —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 Johnnie aCousTiC —Henry’s, 2806 Independence Blvd.; 793-2929 TraVis shalloW & Jason WoolWine —Wrightsville Grille, 6766 Wrightsville Ave.;

daVid Tyson —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.;

458-5255

—The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206

aCT ii

509-9839

The embers

mark roberTs & breeze

—Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle

radio hayes and eChopoinT21

—Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595

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

Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

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

beaCh & shag nighT —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595 dJ sTreTCh, liVe Jam WiTh benny hill —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 daVe WaiTe, alex sTone (Comedy) —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Ten beloW —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385 (at the Mad Boar Restaurant), 285-8888 radio CulT —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838

452-1212

blues brunCh (11-2:30pm)

karaoke W/ dJ baTTle —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 lyndsey benneTT —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,

Jacksonville, (910) 346-2086 —Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.;

dale “Fully auTomaTiC sound maChine” dJs —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

EvEryday spEcials 2 Miller Lite Bottles $150 PBR Pints $ 3 Cherry & Blueberry Bombs $ 2 Bud Light Draft $ 3 Drifter Shots $ 50

Monday - Service Industry Night (Special and Draft of choice for $6.99 TuEsday - $2 Wells WEdnEsday- 100 oz. PBR or Bud Light ONLY $10 • $1 Tacos Thursday - Margaritas $3 Friday - $3 Wells saTurday - $5 L.I.T. sunday - Bucket of Beer Specials WEEKly EvEnTs WEdnEsday – KaRaOKe Thursday – LIve MuSIC Fri. & saT. – LIve MuSIC saTurday

CORN HOLe TOuRNaMeNT: 1pm sign up; 2pm start - $10/team. 2nd place gets $10, 1st gets the rest!!

sunday

BeeR PONg TOuRNaMeNT: 1PM sign up; 2PM start - $10/team. 2nd place gets $10, 1st gets the rest!! 108 Walnut Street Phone (910) 762-1704

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Colby Wahl and Friends —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 James JarVis & Friends (7pm-8pm) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 dJ riChTermeisTer —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 World musiC mondays —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 dJ eyeCon

Feature your live music and drink specials! It’s a low-cost high-impact way to send encore readers your way! Call

791-0688

5001 Market Street (attached to the Ramada Inn)

910-791-7595

Tuesday - Shag Night Free Shag Lessons w/ Brad White Beginner 7:30 Intermediate 8:00 Dancing till 11:00 $5 cover $2 Domestics $3 Imports Thursday - Ladies Night Free Line Dance Lessons with Barbara Braak @ 7:30 $2 Coors Light $5 Martini List $5 cover Friday - Salsa Night Begins with Argentine Tango Lessons @ 7:30 $5 cover Salsa Lessons @ 9:30 & DJ Lalo Open till 2:30 $2 Tequila Shots $3 Corona saTurday Beach & Shag DJ 7:30 Salsa @ 11:00 till Close $2 Coors Light $3 Dos XX Live MusiC Sunday, June 13 • 6pm

The eMBers Sunday, June 27 • 5pm

jiM quiCk & The CoasTLine Band PrivaTe ParTy Booking 910 791-7595

BIBIS ellISon anD the SPare ChanGe BanD

t St.; 763-3172

—The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 JereMy norrIS —Griff’s Tavern @ George St.; 6320 Market St., 793-2628 KaraoKe WIth BoB Clayton

Show Stoppers:

THURSDAY, JUNE 10

Concerts around the region

THE DISCO BISCUITS

—Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 JaMeS JarvIS & FrIenDS (7PM-8PM)

251-8500 lIve aCouStIC —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 root Soul ProJeCt —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866

WEDNESDAY, jUNE 16 BIBIS ellISon anD tIM BlaCK —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 DJ FreDDy/KaraoKe (Country) —Coconut Jacks; 5027 Market St., 202-8288 oPen MIC W/ Gary allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 oPen MIC W/ Sean GerarD (9PM) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 JereMy norrIS —Sunset Cafe, 5500 Market St.; 791-1900 DJ JuICe —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 KaraoKe —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 erIC anD Carey B. —El Zarrape Cantina, 103 Lake Park Blvd.; 458-5255 PIano ShoW

Brad White —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 ediate 8:00 KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff Rd.; 256-3838 KaraoKe W/ DJ BIKer roB —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJ —High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave.,

ne Tango

Carolina Bch; 458-0807 oPen MIC nIGht —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 DJ P. FunK —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 JaMeS JarvIS & FrIenDS (7PM-8PM), JIM aShley’S oPen MIC —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 KaraoKe WIth BoB Clayton —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 nutt houSe IMProv

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—Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 JoSh Brannon BanD —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647

CourteSy oF artISt

—The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,910-763-1607 Beach; 256-5551 nutt houSe IMProv —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.;

AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 South tryon St., Charlotte 704-377-6874 6/11: Reflection Eternal (Talib Kweli & Hitek), 9th Wonder’s Group, Actual Proof, Dow Jones, Dj Dr 6/15: Wiz Khalifa, Yelawolf 6/17: The Jupiter Tide, Beyond The Fade, Another Day Falls, Culprit Strain

KOKA BOOTH AMPHITHEATRE 8003 reGenCy ParKWay, Cary 919-462-2052 6/9: Styx , Foreigner, Kansas 6/11: Phoenix 6/12: North Carolina Symphony Presents, Tiempo Libre

TWC PAVILION AT WALNUT CREEK 3801 roCK Quarry rD., raleIGh 919-831-640 6/18: Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bret Michaels, 38 Special

THE FILLMORE CHARLOTTE 820 haMIlton St. Charlotte,nC 704-549-5555 6/11: Passion Pit 6/16: Danzig

HOUSE OF BLUES

4640 hWy 17 S., Myrtle BeaCh, SC 843-272-3000 6/10: The Disco Biscuits 6/11: Dropkick Murphys 6/13: Gospel Brunch 6/15: GWAR, Dirge Within, Mobile Death Camp

(ADV) $ 22.00 / (DOS) $ 25.00 THE UPTOWN AMPHITHEATER AT THE MUSIC FACTORY 820 haMIlton St. Charlotte,nC 704-549-5555

FRIDAY, JUNE 11

DROPKICK MURPHYS

6/12: Phoenix

ALABAMA THEATRE 4750 hWy 17 South, n. Myrtle BeaCh, SC 843-272-1111 6/13: James Gregory

CAT’S CRADLE 300 e. MaIn St., CarrBoro, nC 919-967-9053

(ADV) $ 25.00 / (DOS) $ 28.00

6/9: Langhorne Slim, Harper Simon 6/11: Abbey Road LIVE! 6/12: Dirty Dozen Brass Band 6/15: The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, Surfer Blood, Hooray for Earth

TUESDAY, JUNE 15

GWAR

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 e. CaBarruS St., raleIGh 919-821-4111 6/9: Martin Sexton, Ryan Montbleau Band 6/10: Ballyhoo, The b Foundation 6/11: Ingrid Michaelson, Matt Morris 6/12: Reflection Eternal (Talib Kweli & Hi-Tek), Actual Proof (9th Wonder’s Group), DJ BRORABB 6/14: GWAR, Dirge Within, Mobile Deathcamp

TWC ARENA 333 eaSt traDe St. Charlotte 704-522-6500 6/11: Daughtry

TOWNSHIP AUDITORIUM 1703 taylor St. ColuMBIa SC 803-576-2356

THE ORANGE PEEL

6/10: Tony Bennett

6/9: Lee Brice 6/11: Martin Sexton, Ryan Montbleau Band 6/12: The 4th Annual Americana Burlesque & Sideshow Festival 6/16: Wiz Khalifa, Yelawolf 6/17: Mason Jennings (Pictured)

All entertainment must be turned in to encore by noon every Thursday for consideration in the weekly entertainment calendar. Venues are responsible for notifying encore of any changes, removals or additions to their weekly schedules.

101 BIltMore avenue, aShevIlle 828-225-5851

w/DIRGE WITHIN and MOBILE DEATH CAMP

(ADV) $ 25.00 / (DOS) $ 28.00

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50 CENT EDWIN MC CAIN THE DAVE MATTHEWS TRIBUTE TED NUGENT w/ VAL HALLA BRUCE IN THE USA COREY SMITH ADAM LAMBERT & ORIANTHI w/ ALLison irAHetA 07/09 DONAVON FRANKENREITER 07/10 CHAIRMENT OF THE BOARD 07/11 GO-GO’s Happily ever After - the Fairwell tour

06/18 06/19 06/25 06/26 07/01 07/02 07/03

07/14 Cool tour ft. AS I LAY DYING, UNDEROATH, BETWEEN THE BURIED AND ME, BLESS THE FALL, THE ACACIA STRAIN, ARCHITECTS & CANCER BATS 07/25 JAMEY JOHNSON 07/31 CINDY LAUPER w/ DAViD rHoDes 08/09 LAMB OF GOD w/ Hatebreed & 3 inches of Blood 08/18 SLIGHTLY STOOPID Legalize it tour w/ Cypress Hill and Collie

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AUBRIANAS restaurant

Aubriana’s is a unique and exciting restaurant whose melting pot American dishes, such as blackened lamb lollipops featuring mouthwatering tender lamb cut off the rack and accompanied with a delcious jalepeno mint gastrique, are sure to keep even the most refined appetites satiated. Other popular dishes include Chef Alexander’s Sunburst Mahi brought to you fresh from our coastal waters, and our Veal Chop Saltimboca, which has garnered such praise as the best cut of meat in town.

Our beautiful outdoor dining is now open! Starting June 12th

Casual fine dining

Brunch Saturday & Sunday 11 am until 3 pm Live music Wedesday and Thursday New business hours

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e d i u g g n i din american Brixx Wood Fired Pizza A short drive from the beach, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza in Mayfaire Town Center is a fun, friendly neighborhood restaurant. Serving the best brick-oven pizzas around, Brixx also offers a fine selection of signature focaccia sandwiches, pastas, fresh salads and desserts. Stop in for a quick lunch, or kick back on the patio with one of 24 beers on tap or 14 wines by the glass. Brixx is also a late-night destination, serving 2-for-1 pizzas and appetizers after 10pm Open until 1am Monday through Saturday and 11pm on Sunday.6801 Main Street, Wilmington, NC 28405. (910) 2569677. www.brixxpizza.com.

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

cHriS’ coSmic KiTcHen cosmicKitchenonline.com Serving breakfast all day as well as lunch and handmade cheesecake, Chef and Owner Chris Lubben loves to make many of his menu items from scratch. Whether you’re in the mood for a fluffy 3-egg Omelet, Shrimp & Grits, Prime Rib Sandwich or Andes Mint Cheesecake, Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is your “Out of this World” Breakfast/Lunch Destination. Evening restaurant rental is available, as well as a Personal Chef service. Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is located at 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109, on the corner of Racine Dr. and Eastwood Rd. OPEN: Tuesday-Saturday 7am-4pm & 5pm-9pm. Sunday Brunch 9-2. Closed Monday. Take-out calls welcome, 792-6720. Follow us on Twitter @CosmicKitchen.

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. You may find them daily at their new location on the boardwalk of Market and Water St. from 11am to 5pm. Saturdays at the farmers market. Thursday-Saturday nights they are on Market St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm to 3:00am. Then they finish the week off at Fibbers on Sunday nights until 3am. To busy to leave the office? Ask about their lunch time delivery service for downtown!!

at HenrysRestaurant.com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

FLaT eddie’S

KeFi

Are you ready to eddie? FLAT eddie’s upbeat, modern dining room & bar makes eddie’s the new “it” place to dine in Wilmington for New American Cuisine. Why FLAT eddie’s? Their signature flatbreads! These flavorful creations start with scratch-made dough, stretched thin and piled high with ingredients like roma tomatoes, succulent shrimp and luxurious cheeses. All sandwiches and burgers are under $8 and their entrees are unique and bold. FLAT eddie’s bar serves up $2 and $3 beer and cocktail specials daily. Private dining area available. Large groups welcome. Family-style meals to go available. FlatEddiesRestaurant.com. 5400 Oleander Drive, Wilmington . (910) 799.7000.

Kefi, founded in 1981 by a group of friends, has a long-standing tradition as a favorite local watering hole. This Wrightsville-Beach eatery is open at 6am for breakfast, offering everything from omelets and pancakes, to shrimp and grits. Take a break from the beach and visit Kefi’s, where their menu features a variety of salads and sandwiches. There is even a “working man’s lunch,” served Monday through Friday, all for under $6. At night Kefi comes alive by serving dinner with a Southern flare. From the fried pickles appetizer to their the shrimp or oyster Po’boy to their nightly dinner specials, there is something that will make your taste buds sing. Then stick around for live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; nightly drink specials are offered. Go online at www.kefilive.com for more info and full music schedule. Open 6am-2am, seven days a week, with full ABC permits. Lunch deliveries available in the Wrightsville Beach area. Located at 2012 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-3558.

HeLLS KiTcHen This former Dawson’s Creek stage set has been turned into a lively pub in the heart of Downtown Wilmington. Their extensive menu ranges from classics like a thick Angus burger or NY style reuben to lighter fare such as homemade soups, fresh salads, and vegetarian options. Whether meeting for a business lunch, lingering over dinner and drinks, or watching the game on the big screen, the atmosphere and friendly service will turn you into a regular. Open late 7 days a week, with a pool table, darts, weekly trivia, and live music on the weekends. Offers limited lunchtime delivery during the week and can accommodate large parties. M-Sat 11am until late, opens Sundays at noon. 118 Princess St, (910) 763-4133.

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 and offers daily blackboard specials 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

HoLidaY inn reSorT The Verandah Café 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. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. (910) 256-2231 Wrightsville Beach.

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. Open Tuesday-Sunday, serving dinner at 5pm. 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

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. 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. Mon.-Fri. 10am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm; closed Sunday. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD.

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 handtossed, 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. Also, check out their lunch specials and variety of sandwiches. Their menu also caters to everyone and offers many vegetarian dishes. Live jazz on Wednesdays. Hours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm. 4311 Oleander Drive, (910) 452-3773.

TroLLY SToP Trolly Stop Hot Dogs are family owned with six locations. Since 1976 they specialize in homemade chili, slaw and sauces. Dogs include Smithfield (beef & pork), Southern Dog, Sabrett (all beef), Northern Dog, Carolina Packers Pork Dog (smoked sausage), Oscar Mayer 98% Fat Free Dogs (turkey) and Light Life Veggie Dog (soy). Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open six days including Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; 343-2999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach 11-5pm 7days a week, 6pm-9pm Sun-Wed, and 6pm-3am ThSat. 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 452-3952. Open at 11am on Sat.; South Howe St. in Southport, 457-7017; 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, 458-5778. Catering cart available all year from $300. (910) 297-8416.

aSian doUBLe HaPPineSS Double Happiness offers the Port City fine Asian dining at reasonable prices. Now under new management, the restaurant will encore | june 9-15 , 2010 | www.encorepub.com 21

serve flavorful dishes, prepared by the cultural richness of authentic China. Serving items like traditional dim sum and gourmet home-style cooking, Double Happiness is still dedicated to branding the exotic flavors of fresh ingredients and a romantic spice in all of their cooking. Their friendly staff will always go the extra mile to help diners enjoy their experience. Beer and wine is served for lunch and dinner, and Double Happiness is open Monday through Saturday, from 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 10pm; closed Sundays. 4403 Wrighstville Avenue; (910) 313-1088.

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.

Hiro jApANESE StEAkHoUSE What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation. Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Open Monday thru Thursday 4pm-10pm; Friday and Saturday 4pm-10:30pm; and Sunday 11am-10pm. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570. Please visit the Web site at hirojapanesesteakhouse.com.

iNdoCHiNE rEStAUrANt ANd 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.

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After dinner, enjoy specialty drinks by the koi pond in our Asian garden, or be entertained every Friday night with a Balinese dancer. Located at 7 Wayne Drive (beside the Ivy Cottage), (910) 251-9229. Indochinewilmington. com.

CAribbEAN jAMAiCA’S CoMFort ZoNE Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is 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, atmosphere, excellent service and our smooth reggae music. Operating hours are: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Wednesday – Saturday 11:45am – 9:00pm (Closed Monday and Tuesday). Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at www.jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us (910) 399-2867.

EUro FUSioN prESS 102 Espresso. panini. Martini. Rome and Paris meet Manhattan and San Francisco in this new Euro-American 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. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner Tuesday through Saturday 7am – close and Sunday brunch from 10am til 2pm. Takeout calls welcome. 399-4438. Press102.com.

FrENCH CApriCE biStro Wilmington’s finest French cuisine can be found at Caprice Bistro, a small informal neighborhood restaurant, serving hearty food in generous portions at affordable prices. Simple is the atmosphere in the bistro, as plain white plates and tables dressed in white paper make up the de-

cor. 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.

itAliAN EddiE roMANElli’S Eddie Romanelli’s is a family-friendly, casual Italian American restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmington locals for over 16 years. Its 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. RomanellisRestaurant.com. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

giorgio’S itAliAN rEStAUrANt Giorgio’s is a locally owned, one-of-akind 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-awayfrom-home! From old world style dishes to modern day creations, the menu showcases multiple flavors that will tempt the palate of the most discriminating connoisseurs. A Monkey Junction landmark for over 12 years! www.giorgios-restaurant. com. 5226 S College Rd.,Wilmington (910) 790-9954.

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. We have the largest tequila selection in Wilmington. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.” Stop by for lunch dinner, or a late-

night treat, open from 11:30am until 3am, seven days a week, 365 days a year, all ABC permits. 122 Market Street between Second and Front, downtown Wilmington. 251-9444. Visit our 2nd location at 1437 Military Cutoff Rd., next to PT’s! (910) 256-2229 www.grabslice.com.

jAMAiCAN jAMAiCA’S CoMFort ZoNE Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is 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 including our daily offering of a four-course meal for $12.00. Operating hours: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Monday Closed; open Tuesday – Saturday 11:45am – 9:00pm. Live Music every 3rd Friday. Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at HYPERLINK “http://www.jamaicascomfortzone.com” www.jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us at (910) 399-2867.

lAtiN AMEriCAN SAN jUAN CAFE San Juan Cafe offers the finest authentic Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. Our laid-back bar is the perfect spot to relax, watch surfing movies and listen to the music of the islands, while our candle-lit dining room creates a great atmosphere to bring a date for a romantic evening. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Columbia, the Dominican Republic, and Venezuela to name a few, we have something for everyone! Tues-Sat, 11am-2:30pm and 5pm-10pm; Sun., 11am-4pm brunch. Closed Mondays. 3314 Wrightsville Avenue (910) 790-8661.

orgANiC loVEY’S MArkEt Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers looking for natural and organic groceries, or just a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious, and totally fresh snack. Whether they are in the mood for a veggie burger, a bean burrito or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte café menu at Lovey’s. The food bar—which has cold salads and hot selections that can be eaten in the café seating or boxed for take-out—can be enjoyed all day long, while 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 also carries grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. Wheat-free,

gluten-free, products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries and wholesome pet foods. For anything shoppers want that is not in stock, Lovey‘s will be happy to find it. Stop by Lovey’s Market Monday through Friday, 9am to 7pm; Saturday, 9am to 6pm; and on Sundays, 10am to 6pm. Café hours: Monday-Friday, 11am–6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road; (910) 509-0331. Online at www.loveysmarket.com.

tidal creek co-oP Tidal Creek Deli 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 only fresh and local ingredients. The chefs are constantly experimenting to create new and exciting dishes. Choose from made to order smoothies with almond butter and hemp milk, salads with locally grown greens or, special order a wedding cake made from scratch to your specifications. Whatever your tastes, Tidal Creek Deli is a place to rejuvenate the mind and body while enjoying the company of a friendly and relaxed organic community. Located at 5329 Oleander Drive, (910) 799-2667; 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 comfortable 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 www.dockstreetoysterbar.net.

east at tHe Blockade rUNNer Hotel The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Friday evening plus a spectacular Sunday 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. We offer live entertainment on Saturday evening and Sunday brunch. Our lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd. Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

HieroNYMUs Proving that excellent seafood isn’t just for the eateries at Wrightsville Beach, Hieronymus Seafood is the stop for midtown Wilming-

ton 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. Complete with a full-service bar and a fireside oyster bar, 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) 3926313.

oceaNic Voted best seafood restaurant in Wilmington, Oceanic provides oceanfront dining at its best. Located in Wrightsville Beach, Oceanic is one of the most visited restaurants on the beach. Choose from a selection of seafood platters, combination plates and daily fresh fish. For land lovers, try their steaks, chicken or pasta dishes. Relax on the pier or dine inside. Oceanic is also the perfect location for memorable wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. Family-style to go menu available. OceanicRestaurant.com. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551

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Hall’s is a Wilmington tradition! Originally opened in 1901 as a drug store, Hall’s has been serving the Downtown community for over 100 years. We serve traditional Southern fare, including a classic breakfast with the accompaniments you’ve grown to love. Lunch includes a Southern buffet MondayFriday with pork, chicken, all the fixin’s, and a special addition every day! Don’t forget our unique menu, which includes everything from specialty sandwiches to fried seafood. Most importantly, at Hall’s everything is fresh! Open Monday-Friday, 7am-2pm (buffet 112), and Saturday from 7am-12:30pm with breakfast and menu items only. 421 Castle St. (910) 762-2210.

sPorts Bar caroliNa ale HoUse Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for awardwinning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNCW, this lively sports-themed restaurant is home to over 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington. 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. Carolina Ale House serves its full menu from 11a – 2a daily. CarolinaAleHouse.com. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. (910) 791.9393.

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an a picture tell a story just as well as words? Can visually capturing people, places and things be more powerful than description? Can a single photograph change the way we view the world beyond the lens? These are questions many club members were prompted to ponder after the completion of our latest summer read, “All Will Be Revealed,” by UNCW professor Fred Siegel. Reviews are in and the results are mixed. In essence, all agree that in life sometimes words just aren’t enough. Siegel takes readers way back, into 1896 New York City, and he does so charmingly by staying true to all the various tones of the age: polar exploration, early photography and Spiritualism. Siegel successfully left no stone unturned—not a single detail obscured—significantly capturing our attention and provoking thought between both sexes. For club member John Lubey, “All Will Be Revealed” prompted him to break his 10-month silence and contribute once again. “Siegel’s creations of Auerbach’s pornog-

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raphy empire, with the invention of the stereo card, made me channel my inner Gene Simmons and Hugh Hefner,” Lubey quipped. “These commercially available dirty photographs sparked a revolution in the sex industry on a scale that dwarfed the impact of the introduction of the triple XXX video!” During this accurately portrayed new century dawning over the horizon, “All Will Be Revealed” introduced us to newly invented machines we all too often take for granted:

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the telephone, the typewriter and the most important of all to our chief protagonist, Augustus Auerbach, the camera. Bound to a wheelchair since childhood, and convinced that he is the pioneer of a new art form, Auerbach obsessed day and night, within his gaudy mansion, about his photographic excursions with models. Soon we witnessed his controlled and familiar existence come undone when one of his most prized models talks him into attending a séance with Verena Swann. When Verena puts Augustus in touch with his long-dead mother, Augustus finds dissatisfaction with the life he has been living and longs to change. The question I most pondered while reading the book was: Did Siegel’s work become a haunting quest? The answer: Not really. However, it was engaging on every level. Siegel chose a fascinating and different cultural moment previously unexplored by club members. Above all, he dove head first into a time period that is very difficult to capture. It concerned me that he wouldn’t stay within the rhythm of the times as many authors fail to do. He took three different subjects: exploration, Victorian pornography and Spiritualism and beautifully melded them together to make sense. I worried for nothing. For returning club member Natasha Bomrito, the late 18th century described across the pages successfully displayed an entire generation of modern, forward-thinking and experimentally aching people before her eyes. “Siegel incorporated a ton of great historical information and used them in entertaining and appropriate ways that matched his storyline,” Bomrito said. “It was something with which I kept waiting to find a flaw, because many times when writing a period piece, a lot of authors forget where they are. They mistakenly mix the past with the present. To put it bluntly, it’s annoying. Siegel took great care to stay consistent and enveloping. My only gripe: I kept wishing he would go into even more detail, that he would expound on the various and sporadic characters that entered the work, to fully transform them into their supporting roles.”

From the freeze of the arctic, to the sunny studio, to the séance room that was dark and smoky, like the developing and everchanging streets of young New York, the want for more revelation completely makes sense. Throughout the book, Siegel’s prose was straightforward and very simple. But, perhaps, that is what made his work realistic! Flowery details and flourishing bedazzled language is good for a lot of books, but I’m not necessarily sure it would be great for this one. Too much flamboyancy may have distracted from the eccentric characters and the movement of the story. Despite the fact that things get very silly toward the end, as we must cope and defend ourselves from a mad scientist, the ending is forgivable and doesn’t take away from the journey. Many club members asked within their e-mails what exactly the reveal was in the end. I found it to be, in one way or another, we all long to fix a moment in time and seek out ways to satisfy that need. We all admire our lives through personal photographs. More often than not, whether painful or joyful, we also wish to relive them.

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Events FARMERS MARKET Riverfront Farmers’ Market on Sat., 8am-1pm. Remains open every Saturday (except October 2 Riverfest) through 12/18, 8am-1pm, downtown. Features local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Products offered include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheeses, meats, seafood, honey, baked goods, legumes, pickled items, jams and jellies, wine, art, crafts, and more. N. Water St. (between Market & Princess streets). • Pine Valley Market’s Farm Fresh Saturdays: 5/22, and every Sat., from June-August. A local farmer from Clinton will have a variety of local and regional produce. Castle Hayne farm flowers, too. www.pinevalleymarket.com, 3520 S College Rd. • Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market on Wed., 8am-1pm. Everything is locally grown or made: in-season fruits and vegetables, plants, cut flowers, eggs, cheese and more! Family Fun Day on 6/16, w/activities from 10am-1pm. Cooking demos with Chef Skip, includirng a Father’s Day Feast: $30, includes lunch. RSVP: 910-352-5326. Farm. Mkt. through 12/15, rain or shine. 10200 U.S. 17, Poplar Grove isonly a milefrom the I-40 bypass.(910) 686-9518ext. 26.• Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market, Mondays, 8am-1pm, featuring 15 vendors of local produce, shrimp and seafood, arts and crafts, etc. • Carolina Beach Farmers’ Market

open every Saturday, 8am-1pm, featuring over 40 vendors, 75/25 farmers to arts and craft vendors, selling everything from produce to flowers, jewlery to photography.

6/16: FAMILY FUN DAY

Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market welcomes Family Fun Day next Wednesday, 10am-1pm. The farmers’ market will take place per normal, 8am-1pm. Family Fun Day will entail kid-friendly activities, as well as cooking demos with Chef Skip, including how to make a Father’s Day feast. Cost is $30 and folks must RSVP to participate: (910) 352-5326. CAROLINA BEACH FIREWORKS The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce this year’s schedule for the Fireworks by

the Sea series. Once again the Chamber has joined forces with the Boardwalk Makeover to bring you and your family an evening of entertainment to tickle your senses. Live music will begin at the Boardwalk Gazebo at 6:30pm leading up to the fireworks at 9pm. This year there will be eighteen (18) evenings of fireworks including our fabulous Independence Day show. The complete schedule is listed below so be sure to mark your calendars so you can grab your blankets and chairs and head to Pleasure Island for an evening of fun and fireworks.Thurs. 6/10, Thurs. 6/17, Thurs. 6/24, Thurs. 7/1, Sat. 7/3 Independence Day Show, Thurs. 7/8, Thurs. 7/15, Thurs. 7/22, Thurs. 7/29, Thurs. 8/5, Thurs. 8/12, Thurs. 8/19, Thurs. 8/26, Thurs. 9/2, Fri. 9/3 Labor Day Weekend.

Charity/Fund-raiser DOWNTOWN AMBASSADOR VOLUNTEERS Wilmington’s Downtown Economic Development Organization is accepting applications for it’s all new Downtown Ambassador Program. The goal is to provide a dedicated resource to help everyone learn the many activities and assets available in downtown. Ambassadors act as official downtown greeters and offer directions, helpful information and recommendations on things to see, places to visit, stores to shop in, places to eat and

local events, to begin 5/21. Success relies heavily on the commitment of Wilmington’s citizens, through generous contribution of time and energy. Ideally, Ambassadors will volunteer for two hours once a week, or at least once a month. John Hinnant: (910) 763-7349 or john@wilmingtondowntown.com. http:// downtownambassador.com. BROOKLYN ARTS DISTRICT CLEAN SWEEP Join the N. 4th St. community for Clean Sweep in the Brooklyn Arts District, Sun. , 6/13, 10am. Recycle, paint, plant or just cheer your neighbors on! Celebrate afterward, 3pm, with a grill-out at The Goat & Compass. Musical guest Nectar and more TBD. Raffles include: 2 Sunset Cruise tickets on the new fast cat in downtown Wilmington, with all proceeds going to the North Fourth Resource Center. Edonna@greencoast events.com (or find us on FB under Brooklyn Arts District Clean Sweep!). CROHN’S/COLITIS FUND-RAISER The first Crohn’s & Colitis 5K walk and celebration will take place here in Wilmington on 6/19 at Greenfield Lake from 5-8pm. Crohn’s & Colitis will be an event dedicated to finding a cure for these digestive diseases.Dana: 910-795-0799. www.cctakesteps.org. ericanddana@ broadstar.net CAROUSEL CENTER FOR ABUSED CHILDREN Sat., 6/19, flounder fishing tourney held to benefit The Carousel Center for Abused Children. The weigh-in station will be at Inlet Watch Yacht Club in Carolina Beach, and fishermen catching the top five heaviest fish will receive the following cash prizes: 1st prize, $1,000; 2nd prize, $500; 3rd prize, $250; 4th prize, $100, 5th prize, $50. There will also be raffles and door prizes. Reg, $30 per angler and is taking place from now until 6/18, 7pm at Inlet Watch Yacht Club in Carolina Beach and Tex’s Tackle. Registration forms: www.carouselcenter.org or Tom Banks, 910-279-5713; tbanks@mtsservices.com or faxing applications to 910-762-6644. TRINITY CHILDREN FOUNDATION Trinity Children’s 1st Annual Poker Run will take place on 6/19. The dinner is at 5:30pm to meet all the riders that have taken the day off to support the children. The Trinity Children 5th Annual Charity Rider leaves Big Daddy’s, Kure Beach on 6/24 headed for Harrah’s in Cherokee, NC. Please join in the fun and cheer for Zola, our 91 year young adopted Grandmother in her effort to support the abused children of NC as The Trinity Children Ride brings support and hope to many children over the past four years. www.trinitychildren. com for ride applications. 13th ANNUAL GOLF BENEFITS SYMPHONY 13th annual Wilmington Symphony Golf Classic is being held this year on 6/14 at Eagle Point Golf Club. Sunbrella Fabrics is serving as corporate sponsor. The purpose of this tournament is to provide additional financial support for our Orchestra’s operating needs and educational programs such as the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra, Student Concert Competition and Free Family Concert.Course: Exclusive 18-hole course designed by Thomas Fazio and ranked No. 83 on Golf Digest’s annual ranking of America’s 100 greatest golf courses. Shotgun start: 9am. (Breakfast and registration begin at 8am.) Luncheon and a brief awards ceremony follow play (approx. 1:30pm) Entry Donation: $300/player individuals, or $275/player if registering as part of a foursome. Hole sponsorships are also available at $250. Entry Deadline: Open until filled. Limited to 18 teams

Theatre/Auditions OPERA HOUSE THEATRE CO. SEASON 25th Anniversary Season. Season will be performed on the Main Stage of Thalian Hall. • Fiddler on the Roof: Book by Joseph Stein. Music by Jerry Bock. Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. Based on Sholom Aleichem’s stories by special permission of Arnold Perl. 6/9-13, 6/18-20 and 6/25-27. In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a

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KURE BEACH SUMMER CONCERTS On the second and fourth Fri. of June, July and Aug., The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce proudly presents 2010 Free Summer Concert Series featuring: 6/11-Mako Band (Classic Rock/Blues/Top 40) • 6/25-Spare Change (Rock/Pop) Concerts take place at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area in Kure Beach. No ticket rqd. and parking is free, 6:30pm. (910) 458-8434. THE NEXSON RINGERS HANDBELL CONCERT At 7pm St. James Parish will host The Nexson Ringer’s handbell concert, under the direction of Ronnie Wise, 6/17. Also offering a handbell workshop for both advanced ringers and beginners on Sat morning, 6/19, 9:30am-12:30 pm. Lunch by Karen Clark will be offered ($10 donation). RSVP lunch by 6/17, noon. Admission to both events, free, but donations greatly appreciated. CONCERT AT 128 SOUTH 6/24, 7:30pm: Sol, a world-class guitarist, bassist, songwriter, and recording artisist will be performing, as well as Perry Smith, the opening act who plays lead and rhythm guitar, mandolin and hand percussion for the Cosmic Groove Lizards. 128 S. Front St. $15 admission, doors open at 6:30pm. 106.7 THE PENGUIN CONCERTS Tift Merritt with Dawn Landes on Sat. 7/17 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. Tickets: $20 in advance and $25 day of show. Gates oat 5:30pm; show ends 10pm. Purchase tickets at Gravity Records (Kerr Ave.) or Revolution 9 (Cotton Exchange) or online at www.1067thepenguin.com • Eric Lindell, Sat. 7/3 at Kefi. Tickets $10; limited capacity venue on a holiday weekend. Show starts at 10pm. Purchase tickets at Gravity Records (Kerr Ave.) or Kefi (2012 Eastwood Rd) or online at www.1067thepenguin.com.

poor dairyman, is searching for appropriate husbands for his three eldest daughters. Old World ways collide with modernity as the daughters reject their father’s wishes and marry the men they love, each daughter’s choice moving her further away from the customs of her faith. All performances at 8pm, except for Sun. matinees, 3pm. GUERILLA THEATRE Page 8. ROMEO AND JULIET Page 7. PLAYHOUSE 211 THEATER Playhouse 211 Theater is back and will open by hosting Cape Fear Repertory Theatre’s production of the Michael Parker farce “The Sensuous Senator,” running 6/10-20. Tickets: playhouse211.com, capefearrep.com, or Mon-Fri., 10am-6pm, 4320-100 Southport-Supply Rd. Southport, NC. 910-200-7785 (Playhouse 211 Theater). 910-294-2184 (Cape Fear Repertory Theatre) CLUE Through 6/24: 6:30pm, Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St. $35 includes dinner, performance, tax and gratuity. Join all of your favorite characters from the world’s most famous whodunit board game as their criminal capers come to life onstage. This fast-paced farce will leave audiences ‘dying’ with laughter! Murder, madness, mystery, and mayhem. Seven suspects, six weapons—how many bodies? Limited seating. RSVP: www.porchtheatre.com or 910-232-6611. PORT CITY PUPPET FESTIVAL “Pinocchio” by Lee Bryan-That Puppet Guy, Fri. 7/16, 7pm. Original one-man “tour de farce” combines authentic Italian music, Commedia-style mask work, and plenty of audience participation! (50 mins/recommended for all ages) • “How to Grow a Pickle” by Nana Projects & “The Reluctant Dragon” by Stageworks, Sat., 7/17, 3pm. “How To Grow A Pickle” whimsically illustrates the process of creating a pickle from planting the seeds to pickling and jarring the cucumber. Both entertaining and educational, the performance demonstrates dramatically and humorously where our food comes from and the benefits of eating and growing locally. “The Reluctant Dragon” uses Japanese-style puppets to retell the classic 19th century story of a young boy and a sophisticated dragon who refuses to fight. (60 mins/ recommended for all ages) • One Frame at a Time: The Stop-Motion Films of Michael GranberrySat. 6/17, 7pm. See puppets come alive on film through the process of Stop-Motion Animation! Former Wilmington resident Michael Granberry returns to the Port City to talk about his work as a stop-motion animator and to

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show a selection of his short films. Q&A follows the performance. (75 minutes/recommended for adults & ages 13+) adults $12/youth $8 (under 18) box office (910)962-3500

Comedy NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM 6/11-12: Dave Waite from Comedy Central will perform with Alex Stone. • 6/25-26: Phil Hogan. Showtimes at 9pm, Tickets $8/10. • Stand-Up is Dead Comedy Tour: Feat. headliners Mack Lindsay and Steven Kendrick, as well as Joe Charles, Andrew Deans and other local comedians at the Nutt Street Comedy room in the basement of The Soapbox Laundro-Lounge. Show starts at 9pm. Tickets are $8 adv. (etix.com) or $10 at the door. Standupisdead.com. • Every week at Nutt St: Tues. and Wed. Improv with the “Nutt House” troupe ($5 cover and $1 Front St draft beer); Thurs. Open Mic Stand-up; Fri. and Sat.: Nationally Touring Comedians. 255 N. Front St, basement of Soapbox. www.nuttstreet. com. 910-520-5520 CREATIVE COMEDY-SUMMER SHORTS Comedy Improv & Sketch for Beginners-One Week Intensive: $68. Learn the basics of improv. 7/25-7/31. Sun.-Sat. 6-9pm CFCC • Just Games-Workshop: $68. Covers different types of improv games. Previous student or some improv training preferred. 6/19 and 26, 9am-5:30pm. CFCC, 7/24 and 31, 9am-5:30pm. www.brooklingreen.com or (910)362-7319.

Music/Concerts MUSIC ON THE TOWN Mayfaire Music on the Town returns for its 2010 season. Bring coolers (beer/wine is welcome), picnic baskets, chairs, friends and family to start the weekend off right! Chick-Fil-A will be at the concerts every Friday for an easy pick-me up dinner. Plus, Jumpin Party Rentals will be out with three moon bounce castles, cotton candy and snow cones for the kids (for a small fee). Free parking, dogs welcome! 6/11: Beach Billy Brothers (variety rock) • 6/18: Nectar (adult contemporary) • 6/25: Barstanders (variety, rock, blues) WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH SUMMER CONCERTS Wrightsville Beach Parks and Rec hosts WECT Sounds of Summer Concerts at Wrightsville Beach Park, 321 Causeway Dr. Bring picnics, blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy music in the park Thurs, 6:30-8pm, 6/10, 24, 7/8, 8/5 (in the event of inclement weather the concert is rescheduled for the following Thurs). (910) 256-7925 or townofwrightsvillebeach.com.

ANGELA EASTERLING Angela Easterling is playing at the Historic Amuzu Theatre in Downtown Southport, NC, 7-9pm. Angela’s latests CD, “Blacktop Road,” is on the Top 40. Tickets: $15, benefitting the restoration of the Historic Theatre at 111 Howe Street. JAZZ AT THE BEAM The Jazz series will take place at The Beam Room at Front Street Brewery on the first Saturday of every month. 7/3: El Jay Johnson and special guests. Doors open at 7pm and show starts at 8pm. (910)251-1935 or citybuddha@hotmail.com.

Dance FORWARD MOTION DANCE CO. Annual performance by FMDC takes place 6/10-12, 8pm, at Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. Feat. modern-contemporary dance by the company’s dancers and choreography by Tracey Varga. Live music played by members of the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra, and work performed and arranged by Grenoldo Frazier. Music also performed live by Roger Davis and Ron Wilson; set design by Bruce Bowman. Tickets: $12/general seating, $10/seniors, students, children under 12 and NCDA members. 910-341-7860 or www.forwardmotiondance.com. WILMINGTON SINGLES CLUB 6/11: Family Jams Band “1950’s Dance” Casual ‘50’s attire. (Members $10/Guests $12) • 6/18: DJ Buddy Langley “Honor our Men Dance” ($8/10) • 6/25: Tony & Diane ($8/10). All events held at American Legion, Post 10. Music from 8-11pm. No shorts, miniskirts or denim jeans. Kathleen: (910) 232-3315. wilmingtonsingles. blogspot.com. TANGO Friday intro class at the Wilmington Athletic Club, 6:15pm, and the advancing couples class at 11:30am Saturday. • New couples dance at CAM: Sat. 6 sessions: 6/12, 26 and 7/10, 24 and 31, 11am-1:30pm. $90/couple, (CAM members 10% discount). Class size is limited. Kent Boseman. www.surfertango.com. CAROLINA LOUNGE DANCE LESSONS Tues.: Shag Night. Free Shag Lessons with Brad White. Beginner 7:30pm, Intermediate 8pm. Dancing till 11pm. $5 cover. • Thurs.: Ladies Night. Free Line Dance Lessons with Barbara Braak 7:30pm. 5 cover. • Fri.: Salsa Night. Begins with Argentine Tango Lessons, 7:30pm. $5 cover. Salsa Lessons, 9:30pm & DJ Lalo. Open till 2:30am. • Sat.: Beach & Shag DJ, 7:30pm, Salsa, 11pm till close. Carolina Lounge, 910 791-7595. WILMINGTON SALSA CLUB Salsa Lessons, 8:30pm, Wed., Garibaldi Night Club, 4418 Market St., Wilmington, NC • 8pm,

Fridays, Sywanyk’s Night Club 222 Henderson Ave., Jacksonville, NC. Dawn: (910) 471-6809 76’ERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB Thurs. nights at 7pm at the Senior Center for a new workshop on square dancing. Info: 270-1639 CAROLINA SHAG CLUB DJs play favorite beach music and shag tunes every Sat, 8pm to close. $4/members; $6/guests. Carolina Shag Club, 103 N. Lake Park Blvd. Carolina Beach, NC 620-4025 FIREHOUSE STUDIO BELLY DANCING Bellydance Classes at the Firehouse Pilates Studio, Mon. nights. Private and semi-private, $50 for an hour and a half instruction and $30 a piece for two people for same duration. divyawaters@yahoo.com or 910620-3566. BABS MCDANCE NEW SCHEDULE Basic Shag: Tues. 6-7pm • Night Club Two Step: Tues. 7-8pm • Basic Salsa: Tues. 7-8pm • Progressing Salsa: Tues. 8-9:30pm • Swing & Lindy: Wed. 6-7pm • Cha Cha: Wed. 7-8pm • Mambo: Wed. 8-9:30pm • Waltz: Thursdays 6-7pm • Progressing Shag: Thurs. 7-8pm • Foxtrot: Thurs. 7-8pm • Argentine Tango: Thurs. 8-9:30pm. Check out full schedule at babsmcdance.com.

Art ART SHOW AT CAPRICE BISTRO “Figuring It Out” is a show feat. views of the human figure. Pastel painter Jan Boland of Southport and oil painter Joanne Geisel of Leland have joined forces, and gathered together the best of their figurative pieces for this show. Opening reception will be on 6/10, 6-9pm. (910)815-0810 PARALLELOGRAM Language, a new art and literature exhibit will hand at Parallelogram, through 6/26, with opening reception on the 6th, 7pm. Artist Andy Wiles is known for his figurative, mixed-medium work and stylized use of color and metaphor. His painting is reminiscent of a broad range of influences, from Andy Warhol to Frank Miller. “Language,” an art and literature exhibit featuring poetry and fiction inspired by the art of Andy Wiles. A group of writers and poets were given samples of Andy’s art and asked to respond in their native tongue: the written word. Result is an art exhibit that bridges the gap between the visual and the cognitive, the spoken and the unspeakable, the sight and the sound. Feat. writers: Jason Mott, Corinne Manning, Sarah Garguilo, William Coppage, Randy Skidmore, Dan Boone, Cheryl Wilder, Jeff Carney and Anne Branigin. Jason Mott: JMott@ penandcape.com. 523 S. 3rd St. • 910-763-5423 ARTISTS AND TEACHERS “Artists and Teachers” is an exhibition that brings together ceramic work by seven local art teachers. Organized by Hiroshi Sueyoshi and will be on view at the Clay Studio in the Pancoe Art Education Center at the CAM. Consists of ceramic work by Arron Wilcox and Vicky Smith of UNCW, Geoff Calabrese of Cape Fear Community College, Alan Boyd of Laney High School, Joseph Cunliffe of Ashley High School, Hope Hunt of Haggard High School and Sara Scott of New Hanover High School. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 South 17th St. Ashley Standera: (910)395-5999 x1005 or astandera@cameronartmuseum.com. BIG PRINT BLOCK PARTY EXHIBITION See the 4x8 foot woodcuts that were printed with a steamroller! Also: Silent auction of the Big Print by Kids Making It. All of the proceeds from this print auction will benefit KMI. Artbox Gallery-Soapbox 2nd Floor 255 N. Front St. The gallery is open during regular Soapbox hours. Opening reception 6/11, 7-11pm. Closing reception 6/25, 7-11pm. www.capefearpress.com THE KEY PROJECT Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 N. Front St., will host “Keys Show,” a juried exhibition of artwork inspired by keys, through 6/12. Both symbolic and literal, artwork submitted had only two stipulations: It must fit through the door and must not attract vermin. The key theme was wide open to interpretation, and artists really went for it. Typewriter keys, genetic keys, piano key, furry speed dating keys, etc. Media include: glass film clay iron paint (all kinds) book handmade paper charcoal words felted wool linoleum wood silk copper cardboard and of course, keys! AARTRAGEOUS Summer festival and art walk at Lumina Station, Artrageous is a fund-raiser for Community Boys & Girls Club, held Sat., 6/19, 10am-6pm. Feat. a variety of local affordable art and a percentage of all sales will benefit The Community Boys & Girls Club. Melissa

Walton: 910-762-1252 or Bryan Krystoff, marketing director Lumina Station, 910-599-4688. RE-IMAGINED Re-Imaginedis aninauguralexhibit atthenew Alternative Art Space of artist Diane Hause. Current exhibit centers on a mixed media 16 x 4 foot painting titled “Quest for the Echo’s Source,” along with woodcuts and linoleum prints that are in support of this painting that was created as a reaction to the 2005 tsunami disaster. Painting is acrylics and collage on wood panels that also were hand-carved in places so as to permit prints to be pulled directly from the painting surface. 2TEN HAUSTUDIO,15930 HWY 210 NC East. Will hang through 6/22; venue open by appt. 910-874-3535; haustudio.com ART OF WOMEN’S CANCERS Call for participants to register and submit artwork for The Art of Women’s Cancers Exhibition and Fundraiser. Exhibition held at Independence Mall 6/28-7/11. People of all ages and all artistic levels who have been affected by a cancer diagnosis of a special woman in their lives showcase art, sharing a story that is most important to them. www.womenofhopefightcancer. com or 910-617-0990. COUNTERTRANSFERENCE Group exhibition “Countertransference” at UNCWs Cultural Arts Building. Each of the 10 artists involved address social issues ranging from the economic downturn to our interaction with the environment or local communities. Exhibitionavailable for viewing through 8/6, Mon-Thurs, noon-4pm. Artists: Lauren Frances Adams, Dan Brawley, Anne Brennan, Mei Ling Cann, Jonathan Cobbs, Adam Jacono, Abby Spangel Perry, Dixon Stetler, Jim Tisnado, and Jan-Ru Wan. Curated by Michael Webster. 601 S. College Road, 910-9623440. 9TH ANNUAL ART WALK Register now for 9th Annual ArtWalk, in downtown Wilmington, held Sat., 9/11, 10am-5pm. Front St. will close and set up all of the artists down the middle of the street, for 6 blocks. Pedestrians stroll down thru the area to explore all of the wonderful items on display. 10,000 people throughout the day. $75 level allows you a 20’ x 10’ area to display your work however you wish. “Up & Coming” level is $35 and allows you a 10’ X 10” area space. This area has a retail price restriction of $150 or less. This area is more intended for artist who are trying to break into a larger event and get their work in front of a large crowd. Also an art parade, theme will be announced soon, will take place. Anyone that has interest in participating (both in a performance sense or constructing for the parade) or knows any individuals or groups that would have interest: Chris Andrews. artandantiquewalk@hotmail. com or 216-374-8884. BOTTEGA EVENTS EXHIBIT: “Animals as Companions,” fund-raiser for homeless pets: 208 N. Front St. Wilmington NC. Opening reception held with live music by Mark Herbert on 6/25, 6pm-all night. All proceeds go to Adopt an A.N.G.E.L. • EVENTS: World Music Mon. and Open Paint and Create (bring art in progress). • Starving Artist Night and Sting and Bitch, 6pm, Tues. • Wed. Weekly Wine Tastings • Call to artists: Looking for pieces for a watercolor exhibit. Anything goes. Please also submit 5-10 jpeg images by 7/15. 208 N. Front St. 910-763-3737, www.bottegagallery.com. www. myspace.com/bottegagallery.

Museums BATTLESHIP Learn about NC Battleship’s weapons system with hands-on experience at the FirePower Tour on Sat. 6/12, 10am-5pm. Day-long event covers the workings of the ship’s guns and the system that enabled her to locate, pinpoint and fire upon her targets. Extensive tour incl. seven to nine levels of the ship as if you were a sailor in Word War II. For adults only (ages 16 and up) and not appropriate for those who may have difficulty climbing. Comfortable and washable clothing as well as sturdy, rubber-soled shoes are recommended to best enjoy the day. Cameras welcome. Cost is $95; $85 for Friends of the Battleship or active military and includes box lunch and a CD of data and images. • 2nd Saturdays: History, Heritage, Arts & Fun: 37 museums and historic sites around the state on 6/12 (feat. historical content of guns), 7/10 (artists on hand depicting maritime themes) and 8/14, including the Battleship NC. Each location has a theme for the monthly program, which allows a pairing of art form and site. www.ncculture. com for statewide schedule of events. Junction of

Hwys 17/74/76/421 on the Cape Fear River across from historic downtown Wilmington. Hours: 8am-5pm (Labor Day to Memorial Day Weekend) and 8am-8pm (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day). Ticket sales stop one hour before closing. battleshipnc.com CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF WILMINGTON Activities vary every day of the week: Messy Mondays and Exploration Stations, Kids Cooking Club and Fetch!, Muddy Buddies and Toddler Time, Gross Saturdays and Gardening Club! Summer fun at the museum! • Beginning 6/11 and lasting each week through 8/13: Museum Mania Day Camp: 8:30-12:30pm, each day for 15 children ages 4-8 years old! Special camper programs: (No extra cost). Mon., gardening; Tues., language arts; Wed., cardio chaos; Thurs., dance. Members: $20/day, non-members: $25/day. (910) 254-3534 x 102 or camps@playwilmington.org. Half day-camps also available. • Renew your membership or decide to join and have your name put in for a Memorial Day drawing. Winner receives a weekend in Charleston, SC. Katie Daniel: kdaniel@playwilmington.org. 116 Orange St. (910) 243-3534. www.playwilmington.org BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd and Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. Admission rqd. (910) 762-0570. www. burgwinwrighthouse.com. NC AQUARIUM Pre-register for all programs! EVENTS: Aquarist Apprentice: 6/12,19, 26, 2pm. Find out what it is like to be responsible for the aquarium critters. Join staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, learn about our animals and their diets, and assist our staff in the preparation of food and feeding of some of our animals. Limited participants; wear close-toed shoes and be prepared to smell fishy. Ages 10 and up; ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $25/participant.

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6/5-6. Visitors strolling the boardwalk will encounter large scale photographic art by local artist and UNCW graduate Sean Ruttkay. Ruttkay donated the pieces to the Aquarium in conjunction with its Surf It, Save It: Aquarium Surf Festival, taking place 6/5-5. Encourages environmental stewardship through surfing, as well as educate visitors about the sport’s culture and lifestyle. Festival activities: surf films; an exhibit on the history of surfing, including vintage boards; hula and ukulele demonstrations and rehabilitated shore birds and turtles. Ocean Cure’s Surfer’s Healing mini-camp for autistic children, and a search-and-air rescue demonstration featuring a H60 helicopter and C-130, will be staged on the nearby beach. 910-458-7468; 900 Loggerhead Rd. Kure Beach. www.ncaquariums.com CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Conservation Matters: Explore the art and science of artifact conservation. Discover what it is, who does it, and why it matters to museums. A selection of beautifully conserved furniture and other objects from the Museum’s permanent collection will be on display. • Going To The Movies: Experience the history of a century of movie-going in the Lower Cape Fear region. Explore where people went to the movies. Discover how the theater experience has changed over the years. Watch some of the first films local residents may have seen. • Cape Fear Treasures:Drink- Glimpse a selection of drinking vessels, as you explore treasures from Cape Fear Museum’s permanent collection. From 18th-century bottles to fancy teapots to modern-day souvenir mugs, discover objects that help tell the stories of liquid consumption through time. EVENTS: Volunteer Open House held first Wed./mo. Opportunities available in museum store, working with the historic collection, and as an education docent. • Learning Center: Archaeology, Sats. 6/12, 19 & 26, 10am-4pm. Learn how to collect and identify artifacts from both land and underwater. Activities free w/admission; ages 5 to 12. Parental participation rqd. • New Hanover County Residents’ Day, first Sunday every month residents admitted free, 1-5pm. • Stormfest, 6/12: A severe weather awareness and preparedness event, organized by the National Weather Service, will be a fun-filled day of all things meteorology, 10am-4pm. Free and open to the public. Interactive weather demonstrations by Cape Fear Museum educators and plenty of hands-on elements will be scattered throughout the museum., and meteorologists from area stations will talk about severe weather. The National Weather Service will show off its five-foot-tall cyclone simulator, and local hurricane tracker Mark Sudduth will have his state-of-the-art hurricane equipment out for all to see.• Beginning 6/14 Tues/Wed/Fri, in June, Summer Shorts: Toy Time, Explore the culture, science, and mechanical design of toys old and new; Starry, Starry Night: Enter a portable planetarium! Learn to navigate by the stars, identify constellations, and hear legends and myths from around the world; Eco Adventures: Investigate creatures big and small, long and short, young and old. Create a Venus’s flytrap model to take home; Time Travelers: Discover what life was like in the Lower Cape Fear region in years gone by; Summer Shorts Camp, Science Masters, 6-14-19, 7 & 8-yr-olds, From A to Z, take on the role of different scientists to explore the how’s and why’s of what they do through hands-on fun and experimentation. Hourlong, hands-on adventure. For groups of 10 or more and adult chaperones. Ages 5 to 14. Fee charged. • Cape Fear Skies: Myths, Stories & Legends, Suns, 6/20,1:30, 2:30 & 3:30pm. Venture into Cape Fear Museum’s portable planetarium and explore the night sky in the daytime. Offered three times every 3rd Sun.. Free w/admission for all ages. Parental participation is rqd. • Summer Camp: Mini Adventures, 6/21-25, 5 & 6-yr-olds, From astronomy to zoology, take part in a unique museum adventure each day. Fee charge. Prereg. is rqd. • Family Workshop: Weather Wonders, 6/27, 2:30pm. Investigate Lower Cape Fear weather. Conduct experiments to explore temperature, precipitation, and wind. Hands-on workshop $4/person plus admission; for ages 5 to 12. Parental participation is rqd. • Summer Camp: Young Engineers, 6/28 - 7/2, 9 & 10-yr-olds. Construct the highest and strongest towers, experiment with bridge designs, plan and create a miniature golf course, and explore structures found in nature. Fee charged. • All programs pre-reg rqd: (910)798-4362.• Hours: 9am-5pm Tues-Sat. and 1-5pm, Sun. Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $5 special military rate with valid military ID; $3 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members always free. 814 Market St.

The Cape Fear Museum will be hosting a severe weather awareness and preparedness event on the 12th, organized by the National Weather Service. The day will entail all-things meteorology, from weather demonstartaions to five-foot cyclone simulators. Mark Sudduth will have his state-of-the-art hurricane-tracking equipment out for all to see. The event is free and open to the public at the museum from 10am-4pm. Aquarium admission included. • Behind the Scenes Tour: 6/10, 11:30am; 6/13,20, 27, 1pm. Accompany aquarium staff on a guided tour of animal quarantine, life support, food preparation, and access areas. Limited to10 participants. Children under 8 not permitted; ages 8-14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Fee: $15/ participant. Aquarium admission included. • Breakfast w/the Fishes: 6/12 8am. Get a sneak peek at the aquarium before it opens for the day. Coffee, juice, pastries and bagels are provided for guests, and participants feed some of our aquarium critters! C Fee: $15 (includes the admission for the day). $5 for children ages 2-5. NC Aquarium Society Members pay $7/participant. • Children’s Discovery Time: 6/10 10am, Amphibians: Creatures come alive in this storytelling and critter-creating program. For pre-school children. Fee: $5/child; parents pay admission only. • Sea Squirts Breakfast and Playtime with the Fishes: 6/4, 8am. Toddlers and parents invited to come explore the aquarium from 8-9am before open doors to the general public. Kids ages 1-3 will get to meet some of our animal friends up-close, hear a fishy story, and have playtime in our Freshwater Wonders Room. Fee: $15 (includes the admission for the day). $5/children ages 2-3. Members pay $7/participant. • Surf Fishing Workshop: 6/8, 15, 22, 8am. 3-hour workshop includes one hour of classroom discussion, then surf fishing on the beach nearby. All equipment provided; rain or shine, with extra activities added in event of bad weather (e.g., throwing a cast net). Ages 10 and up. Fee: $12/ participant. Admission not included. • Art in the Garden:

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EXHIBITS: North Carolina Collects: The Real McCoy. Through 9/12 is the first in a series of exhibitions featuring private collections of North Carolina collectors. Feat. cookie jars, vases and decanters ranging from the 1930’s to the 1970’s and will include rare, one-of-a-kind examples of McCoy pottery. • Recollection: The Past Is Present, through 6/20. The exhibition’s visual and thematic referencing of the past while being rooted firmly in the present connects the art work of Amalia Amaki, Lillian Blades and Beverly Buchanan to the historical-tinged quilts by African American women in the exhibition. • EVENTS: Ella Joyce Stewart “Forgotten Rural Black Women: What Happens When the Farms and Men Are Gone?” 6/13, 2pm, Free • Tango with Kent Boseman, 6 sessions: 6/5, 12, 26 and 7/10, 24 and 31, 11:30am-1pm, Cost: $90/ couple. Class size limited • oga, every Thurs., noon, $5 members, $8 non-members. • Tai Chi, every Wed., noon, $5 members, $8 non-members per class • Hand and Wheel Pottery Techniques: Mon/Wed, through 7/21, 9am-noon, $250. Evening classes: Tues./Thurs.: 6/1-7/22, 5:30-8:30pm, $250. Hiroshi Sueyoshi teaches handbuilding, wheel throwing, glazing and finishing techniques. Class size is limited. Open to all skill levels, ages 16+.• Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri: 11am-2pm, Sat/Sun: 11am-5pm.Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid student ID card, $3 Children age 2 -12. cameronartmuseum. com or 910-395-5999.

Sports/Recreation COME SAIL WITH WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH Come sail with Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours at The Shamrock, 275 Waynick Rd. Wrightsville Beach, 28408: Fishing Tours $25 (Includes Bait, Tackle, & License) (Mon-Sat 9-11am) • Masonboro Island Nature Excursion/Shelling Tour $35 (Mon-Sat 9-11am) • Harbor/Hammock Island Scenic Tour $25adult/$10child (Mon-Sat Noon & 2pm) • Sunset Cruise $25 (Mon-Sat 6-7:30pm) • Pirate Tours on Money Island $30adult/$20child (Thur 3:30-5pm)• Narrated Birding Expedition $35 (departure by low tide). 910-200-4002 WATER AEROBICS Arthritis Foundation Aquatics Program for adults/ seniors: Free water aerobics classes on Tues/Thurs. 6/15-8/19, 9-10am in the Robert Strange Pool at 410 S. 10th St. Pre-reg required. (910)341-7253. HALYBURTON NATURE PROGRAMS Free, pre-reg rqd. 4099 S. 17th Street 910-341-0075 or www.halyburtonpark.com. Ages 16 and up • Water World (ages 6-10), 6/19, 1:30-3pm. Enter into the depths of the ocean, the vastness of lakes, and the still waters of a pond as we discover some amazing creatures and their adaptations to the life they lead. Enjoy activities such as fishy who’s who, Sea Turtle International, and Edge of Home. Later, we will show off our wet and wild side by creating some really watery crafts. $3/participant • Backyard Birding and Feeding, 6/26, 9:30-11am. Each season invites new visitors to your backyard. Some remain all year round, while others migrate great distances. Join a park naturalist into the world of birds and discover what tasty treats and feeders will attract these fantastic creatures each season. Discover how you could build your own backyard bird oasis. Age 10 and up. $3/participant • Snake and Turtle Feeding: 6/30, 7/14, 8/25. 4-4:30pm. Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and a turtle will be fed during the demonstration. Age: 3 and up. $1/participant. • NC Birding Trail Hikes links birders with great birding sites across the state and the local communities in which they are found.. Ea. hike will be approximately 2 mi. Transportation from Halyburton Park is included. $10/participant: Abbey Nature Preserve, 6/17, 8am-12pm. (910) 341-0075. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH REC CLASSES Shag Lessons, beginner and intermediate on Sun. in the Fran Russ Rec Center at Wrightsville Beach Park. No partner needed. • Bridge Workshops, Thurs, 10am-12:30pm. Open to anyone with basic bridge knowledge and play experience. Meets in the Fran Russ Rec Center. Pre-reg rqd. • Tennis Lessons. All ages; classes meet Mon/Wed at Tennis Courts at Wrightsville Beach Park. • Yoga. Tue/Wed at 6:30pm. Classes meet in the Fran Russ Rec Center • Pilates. Mon/Wed/Fri, 10:15-11:15am. Beginner Pilates on Tues/Thurs. 7:30-8:15am. • Low Impact Aerobics. Mon/Wed/Fri. 8-9am and 9-10am. • Tone & Stretch. Tues/Thurs. 8:30-9:15 am. • Boot Camp Tues/Thurs. 6-7am. • Ladies’ Single Tennis Ladder and

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