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NEWS>>FEATURE

LIVE LOCAL, LIVE SMALL:

NC history press, Dram Tree, relaunches in 2019

page through one of his books from Dram Tree Books, Wilmington’s beloved local history press. Fryar shut it down in 2010.

Yet, Fryar and Dr. Chris Fonvielle Jr. are bringing it back to life in 2019. In so many ways, it is a natural and obvious pairing: Both men are educators, not just professionally (Dr. Fonvielle recently retired from UNCW) but in daily interaction. They both possess a passion for local history and a calm, reasoned manner of explanation that brings people and places to life—in almost any conversation. Get them together, and it’s rather easy to just sit back and listen to them build the story of any person, place or event in our area’s history. They just can’t help it; they’re having too much fun.

BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

It is an occupational hazard trying to interview either of them.

“I‘ve loved history as far back as I have memory,” Fonvielle flashes his Indiana Jones’ smile. “Growing up in Wilmington, I went out to Fort Fisher, Moores Creek, Brunswick Town, like everyone, and I was always just captivated. But my brother and two sisters went, too. It didn’t take with them, so why did it take with me? I don’t know.”

While I’m trying to guide the conversation down the road of the Ark of the Covenant, Fonvielle tells me he grew up attending St. James Episcopal. “A lot of old Wilmington families attended St. James, so I heard a lot of old stories,” he offers, “like from Peggy Moore Perdue, whose grandfather was Roger Moore. She was my kindergarten teacher.”

Then he is off with a series of reminiscences and connections of people and events.

Dram Tree Books developed as a result of Fryar’s love for local history. It began with him publishing Coastal Chronicles Magazine in the ‘90s.

“W

HISTORY OF ILM: Jack Fryar will relaunch Dram Tree Books in 2019 after a decade-long hiatus. The local historian speaks with Gwenyfar about the importance of knowing your history. Courtesy photo

e have four centuries of great stories here.”

will go and watch a movie like ‘Gone With the Wind’ or ‘Gettysburg’ or ‘The Patriot’ or ‘Schindler’s List,’ [which] they love! So the lesson a historian—someone who writes history—takes from that is people do like history, if you take the time to tell a story.”

through two manifestations of his calling as a historian: via teaching and writing. Currently, he heads to Laney High School daily to teach social studies, but his passion is for local history, especially Colonial history of the Cape Fear coast.

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Many people have met Fryar on the

Jack Fryar can list Indian raids, pirates, wars, smuggling...

“Some people will tell you they don’t like history, and they are the same people who

“[The magazine] told true and factually accurate stories about history of the Cape Fear and Carolina coast,” he tells, “but we tried to write it the way a fiction writer would; because a fiction writer creates whole cloth characters and times and situations. There’s no reason you can’t do history that way and use real people and real situations. You have to take the time to tell the story.”

Clearly, Fryar’s storytelling was compelling because the 10,000 copies he printed monthly would disappear from the newsstands within a week. Teachers would often

pass them out in classrooms, especially in 4th and 8th grades wherein teaching NC history is required.

“There’s a couple of problems with that: First, the textbooks aren’t very good—if there is a textbook—especially for something local like the Cape Fear area. Secondly, a lot of the teachers aren’t from here, so they don’t even have a native North Carolinian’s passing familiarity with that history. So teachers were coming up to me, grabbing me by the lapels and saying, ‘Do something to help me!’”

The now defunct Coastal Carolina Press approached Fryar about putting together a book collecting the Coastal Chronicles. He was excited, having been a writer the majority of his life. Yet, he had never printed an actual book.

“I mentioned it to Ellyn Bache, who is a novelist friend of mine, who had Banks Channel Books going at the time. She asked me, ‘Jack, why would you let them do it and get maybe a buck a copy royalty when you can do it all and keep it all?’”

Fryar knew the business side of it, since he worked in bookstores, even managed one. He’d also been a publisher’s rep.

“I knew the business side of it,” Fryar admits. Since he wrote content focused on the Cape Fear and eastern NC, it wouldn’t make since for him go to a national distributor. “We’re not going to sell a lot of [my books] in Kansas,” he tells. “Pretty much the bulk of our sales was going to be east of I-95.”

Fryar already had design work experience while working for the magazine. He figured laying out a book wouldn’t be much different. “I mean it’s the same skills and so instead of letting Coastal Carolina Press do it, I did my own; the first volume of the Coastal Carolina Chronicles.”

In recapping the story, Fryar has hit a stride in the narrative, and his traditional storyteller’s cadence is in full swing. He’s like the Pied Piper; I would follow him anywhere just to hear what happens next. It’s easy to see how his students would, too.

“That’s actually where I first asked Chris to do a three-part story on Fort Fisher for me for the first volume,” he tells.

Dr. Fonvielle is considered to be the living authority on the Wilmington campaign in the Civil War. “It went over real well,” Fryar chuckles.

We share a look that says “obviously.”

His next book was “History Lover’s Guide to Wilmington and The Lower Cape Fear.” He wanted to go deeper into the groundwork that built our area aside from Fort Fisher and the Battleship. “There was so much more to see if you just knew where it was,” he adds.

The book has been one of my go-to sources for local history for over a decade.

It is brilliant: The layout includes good quality photos of locations, a map, direc-

tions, history and significance.

“So I wanted to do a book, where you can stand at the corner of Third and Market streets, thumb through, then put it in your back pocket and go!” Fryar notes of the concept.

When the first print run sold out, Fryar decided that Dram Tree Books had legs after all. “By the time I shut it down in 2010, titles were being carried in roughly 200 places in North Carolina,” he affirms. The economic changes of the aughts were not easy on Dram Tree. By 2008, of the 200 places struggling to stay open, nearly a third are no longer in business. What did survive wasn’t placing orders of the same volume as they had previously.

Fryar enrolled at UNCW to finish his undergrad degree and pursue his masters in history (he also finished a masters in education). Today, he says, the time seems ripe to relaunch Dram Tree.

“When [Fonvielle] retired, he asked what it would take to get Dram Tree back up,” Fryar tells. Once Fryar told him 2019, Fonvielle agreed to a consulting editor to the Dram Tree books line.

“I will get his opinion on new manuscripts that come in,” Fryar tells. “He’s another ‘real deal historian.’ He will also function as my legs—because I am tied up in the classroom all day. He can run books down to Old Books or the Bellamy Mansion or whoever else needs them.”

Fryar says the first task is to get all the non-fiction titles from the Dram Tree catalog back in print. Then he will tackle the additional seven books for press. He hasn’t stopped writing since Dram Tree shuttered 10 years ago, neither has Fonvielle.

“The biggest one, the one I am most eager to see out there—back in 2009 I had written a book about the Charlestown settlement on the Cape Fear River; South Carolina has the famous Charles Town.

The Cape Fear has the first Charles Town 1663-67.”

He speaks with such excitement, worlds just tumble out of him. And then we are off on a tour of the development of the settlement in the area, as a result of King Charles’ restoration to the English throne.

Slowly, names I recognize from old families and plantations appear. The area begins to take shape as he shades in with growth, migration and personalities. Fryar is fired with animation and excitement.

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“Nobody had ever done a book on it,” he tells. “Well, I did, but I knew I was going back to school at that point, so I didn’t publish it because I knew I was going to need a master’s thesis. Being true good history and being entertaining aren’t necessarily mutually exclusive.”

I nod, as I’m caught up in his description of the Charles Town settlement and murmur, “We have four centuries of great stories here.”

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HOTBOXING THE CLIMATE:

Leaders gather to discuss repercussions and preventative measures to take on climate change

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ast Tuesday local leaders gathered in the wardroom of the Battleship North Carolina to attend lunch and a lecture on the national security impacts of climate change. Organized by the American Security Project, the nonprofit and nonpolitical organization brings together leaders from business, the government, and the military, to promote an honest dialogue about—and forge solutions to—the problems America faces.

Capt. Terry Bragg, USN (Ret.), the battleship’s executive director, hosted the event, and in his opening remarks, he said the battleship “took a whoopin’” during Hurricane Florence. More so, it caused damage upward of $2.1 million to the visitor’s center.

The ship actually floated during the highwater level following the storm. To address concerns about the local impacts of sea-level rise (SLR), the battleship plans to transition to a new concept he calls “living with water.”

It mitigates and manages impacts by allow-

ing water to transition across the property via a series of canals—similar to how the Dutch have done it for many years.

Still, climate change will have other impacts as well. Due to residual bumps from Hurricane Florence, projections for 2019 will be down $770,000. That’s tens of thousands of people who won’t visit Wilmington to stay in hotels or eat in restaurants. Added to the projected loss is the $3.5 to $4 million that will have to be spent to renovate the visitors center and park, and the Living with Water project, which is expected to cost $2.5 to $3 million.

Capt. Bragg summed it up succinctly: “Climate Change costs money.”

Mayor Bill Saffo spoke as well, and recognized how Wilmington’s great coastal location comes with “the reality we are more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and associated SLR.” He noted Hurricane Florence was a wake-up call, which impacted our housing stock—especially affordable housing. It also damaged our state’s infrastructure, and caused flooding along 1-40 and 1-95.

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The mayor is working to build a coalition with governments at the city, state and federal levels. “We want to increase investment in resiliency and recovery,” he said. He is calling on the state to provide millions of dollars in additional investments in eastern NC to shore up public buildings, create additional shelter capacity and revamp the emergency operations center (which went down during the height of the storm).

Action already has been taken by the city to address the problems SLR poses. In 2013 the city, county and CFPUA launched the Community Resilience Pilot Project. “The study is focused on identifying strategies to reduce the vulnerability of the city to rising seas, flooding and extreme weather,” according to Mayo Saffo. The study developed a suite of adaptation options, which include relocation of critical facilities and incorporating SLR into building codes. The city has focused millions of dollars into improving stormwater drainage and reducing future risk—projects to serve as a road map to other communities facing similar challenges.

“After this latest round of hurricanes and severe weather events,” Mayor Saffo said, “now has to be the time for our leaders to step up and make necessary investments and policy changes to help communities prepare for what lies ahead.”

Brigadier General Stephen Cheney, USMC (Ret.), CEO of the American Security Project, gave the keynote speech. He began by pointing out the last five years have been the hottest in recorded history. Rising levels of CO2 in the atmosphere are to blame.

“It’s a proven fact,” the general said. He iterated how our priority has to be reducing these emissions by transitioning to alternative forms of energy, such as wind, solar or nuclear.

“It’s an accelerant to instability, a threat multiplier,” General Cheney noted. It’s exacerbated the current crisis in Syria. From 2006 to 2011, they had the worst drought in history, which caused farmers to abandon their fields and go to Aleppo, where ISIS took advantage of the instability caused by a wave of immigrants left without a way to feed themselves.

This domino effect can be seen in sub-Saharan Africa, especially at Lake Chad, which has lost 90 percent of its water in recent years. It has displaced another large number of people, who are being taken advantage of by Boko Haram, another terrorist group. If we continue at this rate, Gen. Cheney says, Sub-Saharan Africa will become the “hotbox of the world,” with daytime temperatures reaching over 140 degrees.

“You can’t live there,” he tells. “So there’s another 20-30 million refugees. I tell my European friends, if they thought they had a mi-

gration crisis from the Arab Spring now, just wait 20 years.”

Eventually, this migration will cause instability. The proverbial storms on the strategic horizon are made much worse by climate change.

All of it comes at a time when climate change is taking its toll on our military bases. In our own backyard, Camp LeJeune has 30 miles of shoreline marines use for training. Sea-level rise and erosion on barrier islands wash it away eventually. Plus, it endured a lot during Florence: building damage, from flooding and wind, reached $3.6 billion dollars.

“The Corps didn’t budget for that; they didn’t know it was coming,” he said.

Naval Station Norfolk faces a unique problem, too. Their land is sinking and the water is rising, causing piers, where they service ships, to go underwater. Raising piers is an expensive undertaking. To make matters worse, the base itself floods a few dozen times per year from high tides (similar to how our own Water Street or Battleship Road floods). It prohibits sailors from getting on base.

The readiness of our troops is being affected. Cheney was the commanding general of Parris Island in 1999 when Hurricane Floyd hit, and had to evacuate 10,000 Marines in buses from the 13-foot elevation island. He also spoke of how there have been more “Black Flag days,” when temperatures reach high enough to cancel outdoor training exercises, in recent years. It all adds up to impact readiness.

“Climate change is a national security threat,” General Cheney assured. “We know what’s causing it, and we can do things to prevent it. . . . We’re making headway, but we have a long ways to go.”

It is unfortunate the tangible and rapidlyworsening problem of what affects all of us equally has been so politicized. Some elected leaders still deny the fact it’s happening at all (although it is encouraging to see, after the effects of Florence, some shift toward rationality on behalf of Thom Tillis, who, along with stillin-denial David Rouzer, sent a representative to the talk). The U.S. is the second worldwide carbon polluter, sandwiched between China at number one and India at number three, and we remain the only country to pull out of the Paris Accord. Most of our local leaders seem to get it; they have to, given our recent storm history, and the fact Wilmington is surrounded by water. But what will it take for nationallevel leaders, like our commander in chief, to see change must happen, to understand the grave necessity for action?

of securing a love connection for her son, reported the Baltimore Sun. Towson police are hoping to identify her, not so they can arrest her, but to ask her to stop. [Baltimore Sun, 2/10/2019]

LEAST COMPETENT CRIMINALS

AWESOME!

Zen TV painter Bob Ross has been gone for 24 years, but his inspiration lives on -- at least at Madison Middle School in Abilene, Texas, where on February 7, students in Brady Sloane’s art class donned curly brown wigs, blue shirts and paint palettes for a “Flash Bob Flash Mob.” Sloane’s pre-Advanced Placement students were stressed about grades and projects, and she “wanted to find a way to reward them,” she told the Abilene Reporter News. The students used music stands as makeshift easels, where they painted “happy little trees” and projected an episode of “The Joy of Painting” as parents memorialized the special day with photos and videos.

[Abilene Reporter News, 2/7/2019]

HANGRY

Asalene Branch, 29, was only defending her spot in a McDonald’s drive-thru lane on February 18 when she stabbed another woman in the head. Fox News reported that Branch and the other woman were waiting at a Memphis restaurant when a physical fight broke out over their places in the line; Branch took out a knife and assaulted the alleged victim, resulting in injuries that were not life-threatening. Branch was tracked down by police and charged with aggravated assault. [Fox News, 2/19/2019]

THE FOREIGN PRESS

Valentine’s Day is complicated in Japan.

On February 14, women traditionally give men chocolates: “giri choco,” or “obligation chocolates,” to their male colleagues, and “honmei choco,” or “true feelings chocolate,” to their boyfriends or husbands. (Men return the favor on White Day, March 14.)

But according to Japan Today, Japanese women are rebelling against giri choco; 40 percent of workers see the custom “as a form of power harassment,” and some companies have banned the practice.

Women find giving chocolates to associates stressful: “Before the office ban, we had to worry about things like how much is appropriate to spend on each chocolate and where we draw the line in who we give the chocolates to,” said one worker. [Japan Today, 2/5/2019]

PEOPLE DIFFERENT FROM US

Looking for a new home? A newly listed suburban Philadelphia home offers something a little sideways from your typical basement rumpus room. The five-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath brick colonial in

Maple Glen has three fireplaces, a gourmet kitchen -- and a sex basement. The finished lower level includes a bed-in-acage, complete with straps, whips and other accouterment for any buyer’s “50 Shades of Grey” fantasies. Realtor Melissa Leonard stresses, however, that the basement “can be converted back to a typical suburban basement.” Neighbors are shocked to find out what’s been going on in their ‘hood, but “I know it’s a way of life for people,” Leonard told Slate magazine. [Slate, 2/8/2019]

GOVERNMENT IN ACTION

You think things are wild in the U.S. Congress? In Albania, Edi Paloka, an opposition lawmaker, was asked to leave the parliament hall on February 14 and suspended for 10 days after throwing ink at Socialist Prime Minister Edi Rama. It all started when Rama scolded a fellow lawmaker for making accusations of corruption against the leftist government, according to Xinhua. A statement from the center-right Democratic party explained, “The action of ink-throwing is a rejection of the bullying exerted by the PM, which is witnessed by the public opinion.” Apparently, Rama had repeatedly mocked Paloka during previous sessions of parliament.

[Xinhua, 2/14/2019]

The moral of the story? If you’re going to rob a bank in February, target Florida or Texas. Jason Mackenrodt, 37, was making his getaway after robbing the Bangor Savings Bank in Waterville, Maine, on February 12. He scrambled across four lanes of traffic and into a restaurant parking lot -where he slipped on the ice and sprawled on the ground, right in front of Maine State Police Special Agent Glenn Lang, who was sitting in his parked car. Lang didn’t know the bank had been robbed, but he became suspicious when “the money and the gun he had stashed in his jacket pocket spilled onto the parking lot,” Police Chief Joseph Massey told the Morning Sentinel. (The weapon turned out to be a BB gun.) Lang tackled Mackenrodt and took him into custody as police were responding at the bank. Mackenrodt was charged with robbery and terrorizing. [Morning Sentinel, 2/12/2019] On Jan. 31, Julian R. Mitchell, 20, tried to use a debit card from a wallet he had stolen at a Nashville, Tennessee, bar, according to WZTV. But a fraud alert tipped off bar employees that the card had been lost or stolen, so they asked for photo ID. Mitchell fished out the Tennessee driver’s

license from the wallet, which, according to the Davidson County arrest affidavit, made it “plainly obvious” that the photo was not of him because of the difference in height. Mitchell, who strangely resembles a Ken doll, with blond hair, a red beard and black eyebrows, was charged with identity theft; officers found several other cards belonging to the same victim in the wallet. [Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 2/2/2019]

THE CONTINUING CRISIS

Passengers on an 12-hour Air France flight on February 18 became alarmed when a man seated in the bulkhead row boarded the plane, then removed his pants and socks, settling into his seat in just his boxers and a T-shirt. Sitting across the aisle from him, passenger Lizzie Thompson took photos and posted on Twitter throughout the flight, reported The Sun. “Alerted the flight attendant. He offered to move me ... but just shrugged when I suggested he ask the man to put his pants back on,” she wrote. Thompson also wrote that six hours into the flight from Paris to Los Angeles, the scantily clad passenger got cold, “so PUT ON HIS PUFFY JACKET.” The man put his pants and socks back on after landing, much to Thompson’s relief. “Nothing bonds a group of passengers like a man half naked in your section,” Thompson wrote.

[The Sun, 2/19/2019]

THE WEIRDO-AMERICAN COMMUNITY

A dispute over a box of Cheez-Its provoked a DeKalb County, Georgia, man to do the unthinkable on February 12.

As Jeremy Lamar Wyatt, 32, his brother and 61-year-old mother argued over the salty snacks, Wyatt went outside, locked his family inside the home, poured gasoline on the front steps and started a fire, according to WGCL-TV. Wyatt’s brother was able to lower the mother down from a second-story window, and both escaped without injury. Wyatt, who had reportedly been enjoying some adult beverages with his Cheez-Its, was taken into custody at the scene and charged with arson and criminal damage to property. [WGCL, 2/13/2019]

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PURE MAGIC:

Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root talks latest band Uprooted, prepares for show at The Reel BY: SHANNON RAE GENTRY

“I

am a baby again,” Rusted Root’s Michael Glabicki (vocals, guitar) mentions in an interview with encore. He is speaking of his latest project, Uprooted.

“I am trying to forget everything to just be the music, produce recordings and create songs that will deliver messages back to me—road maps of sorts,” he says More than 25 years ago Rusted Root gave the world “Send Me on My Way,” released on both “Cruel Sun” (1992) and “When I Woke” (1994). It solidified their place in pop culture’s soundtrack. Their contributions to world-beat and fusion soundscapes span an almost three-decades’ long catalogue. Glabicki continues to evolve them all dynamically, emotionally, thematically and energetically since hitting the road with Uprooted.

“The art aspect of [each song] is much

sharper,” he offers. “I am incredibly proud of where we have gotten. . . . I feel my years with Rusted Root have brought me to this moment. I have learned what I am and what I am not. There is no need to fight anymore.

I can just let it be what it is. The music is much bigger and more powerful that way.”

Established while Rusted Root remains on hiatus, Uprooted features fellow Rusted Root original player Dirk Miller (electric guitar), drummer Zil Fessler, bassist Bobby Schneck, and songstress Daisie Ghosts Flower on back-up vocals. Glabicki now approaches popular Rusted Root tunes with a new band, new mindset and even new perspective.

“The Rusted Root material is brought into the present,” Glabicki clarifies. “I am able to find a new vision for those songs every night we play. There’s a new level of trust and fearlessness in myself and in this group of musicians that allows us to explore new landscapes. It is pure magic.”

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ROOTED IN MUSIC: Rusted Root bandmates Michael Glabicki and Dirk Miller continue their 30year partnership with Uprooted band and as a duo this Saturday night. Photo by Brynn R. Bailey

Uprooted will head into the studio within the next few months to start releasing a series of singles. In the meantime, it will just be Glabicki and Miller performing an intimate set at The Reel Cafe come Saturday.

While we can expect fan favorites at their show, Glabicki’s been road-testing other songs as well. A new love song, “Heartache,” has proven to be a slam dunk on stage so far but Glabicki continues to play around with his approach.

“The problem right now is there are too many options working,” he quips. “‘Man Not Machine’ is a funky tune, but we are experimenting with how jammy we want it to be.

That one is written more about the whole live connection with the audience beyond the superficial entertainment aspect.”

Like he’s often done throughout his tenure, Glabicki’s voice is almost another instrument entirely. Just as he has used a light, fluttering howl here and there (“Send Me on My Way”), he drastically drops it low to almost a growl in “Man Not a Machine”— “you’re gonna know what I mean.” He plays his cord’s effortlessly to help marry the lyrics with instruments and nuances.

“There is emotional meaning and spiritual depth to lyrics, tone, cadence, rhythm and melody of the voice,” he observes. “I am interested in every combination of these facets of the vocal. Because I sing the songs I write, I am able to refine my music and voice to a unique level that is unheard of.”

It’s songs like “Martyr” which showcase the cohesiveness of Glabicki and Miller’s dueling guitar playing. While it is an almost psychic/spiritual connection between them since Rusted Root days, the connection between the band and the audience itself is what’s most palpable for Glabicki. “[The connection with the audience] takes advantage of the real truth of the moment and creates healing,” he muses.

“Honestly, as the moment changes, so does the music.”

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$3.00 Michelob Ultra $5.00 Lunazul Tequila All Floors open

LIVE MUSIC in the courtyard on Friday & Saturday MONDAY

$2.75 Domestic $3.50 Select Drafts $4 Fireballs!

TUESDAY

$3.50 Local Draft Brew

(Foothills Hoppyum IPA, Red Oak)

SATURDAY

$3 Miller Lite $3.50 Modelo $4 Smirnoff Lemon Drop shots $5 Raspberry Smirnoff w/mixer All Floors open

$5 Jameson

SUNDAY

WEDNESDAY

$3 Corona & Corona Light $4 Mimosa $4 Bloody Mary $5 Margarita

$3 Lagunitas $6 Knob Creek 1/2 price bottles of wine

1423 S. 3rd St. DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON (910) 763-1607 Tuesday __________________________________________

KARAOKE

w/DJ Damo, 9PM

2 KILLIANS • $400 MAGNERS

$ 50

Thursday ________________________________________

TRIVIA

8:00 P.M. • PRIZES! • $250 YUENGLING DRAFT $ 50 3 FIREBALL SHOTS

Friday & Saturday __________________________

LIVE MUSIC 2 BUD & BUD LIGHTS

$ 00

Sunday ___________________________________________

BREAKFAST BUFFET 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. • $4 MIMOSA’S

RUST-BELT FOLK: Brothers Matthew and Nathan Corrigan of Tough Old Bird will bring their modern folk music to The Juggling Gypsy on Tuesday, March 12, 8 p.m. Photo by Mike Wall

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

—Slice of Life, 125 Market St.; 910-251-9444

—Bills Front Porch, 4328 Market St.

—The Harp, 1423 S 3rd St.

Music Bingo (7pm; Free)

Music Bingo at The Harp (7:30pm; Free)

Jazz Series: Ernest Turner Trio (6:30pm; $12-$20)

Music Bingo with Sherri! (7pm; Free)

Open Mic (6pm; Free)

Thursday Music with Joshua Ward (7pm; Free)

World’s Tavern Poker (7pm; Free)

Wet Wednesday DJ (10pm; Free)

Karaoke (7pm; Free)

THURSDAY, MARCH 7

—Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

—Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

—Edward Teach Brewing, 604 N 4th St.

Improv Night (8pm; $3)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

B.R. Lively, w/ Pierson Saxon (9pm; $5) $3.75 Red Oak Draft $4 Wells 65 Wings, 4-7pm $3.75 Sweetwaters $4.50 Absolute Lemonade

$3.75 Hay Bale Ale

$3.50 Pint of the Day $4 Fire Ball $5 Mimosas $5 Car Bombs

$3.75 Sweet Josie $4 Margaritas

$5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas *Drink Specials run all day

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

Extreme Music Bingo w/Party Gras (10pm; Free)

—Tidal Creek Co-op, 5329 Oleander Dr. —The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.

Fire & Drums (3pm; Free)

—Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.; 910-7632223

Randy McQuay (6pm; Free; Acoustic, Soul) —Salty Turtle Beer Company, 103 Triton Ln.

Open Mic Night (6pm; Free)

—Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

—Morning Glory Coffeehouse, 1415 Dawson St.

Singer-Songwriter Circle, Open Mic (9pm; Free)

Whiskey Creek Duo at Wrightsville Beach Brewery! (6pm; Free)

—Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 723 N. 4th St.

Team Trivia (7pm; Free)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

—Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St. —Sweet n Savory Cafe, 1611 Pavillion Pl.

Gene Gregory Performing Live! (7pm; Free) —Grow N.C., 225 Water St., Suite J.

Trivia Night (7:30pm; Free)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 910-7634133

Revolutionary Poets Presents Remembering Sam Sharpe (7:30pm; $5; Open Mic) —Jamaica House Sports Bar & Grill, 2206 Carolina Beach Rd.

Open Mic Comedy (8pm; $0-$3)

—Dead Crow Comedy Room, 265 N. Front St.

Trivia w/ Party Gras Ent. (8pm; Free) —Fox & Hound, 920 Town Center Dr.

Trivia Night (8:30pm; Free)

—The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 8

Chris Gethard (7pm, 9:30pm; $20, Comedy) —Dead Crow Comedy, 265 N. Front St.

Jazz & Java (7pm; Free)

—Morning Glory Coffeehouse, 1415 Dawson St.

UNCW Presents The Chieftans (7:30pm; $25$75) —Kenan Auditorium, 601 S College Rd.

North Fourth Funky Fridays (8pm; Free) —Palate, 1007 N 4th St.

Randy McQuay (8pm; Free; Acoustic, Soul) —Edward Teach Brewing, 604 N 4th St.

John Westmoreland (8:30pm; $12)

Highbeams (10pm; Free)

Paradise (8pm; $10)

—Slice of Life, 125 Market St.; 910-251-9444

The Third Eye: A Tribute to Tool (10pm; Free)

Wine Down & Karaoke (8pm; Free)

—The Harp, 1423 S 3rd St.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

The Dirtball of Kottonmouth Kings (10pm; $5)

—Duck and Dive, 114 Dock St. —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.

Live Music by Laura McLean (1pm; Free) —The Sour Barn, 7211 Market St.

Concerts@CAM: Richard Smith (2pm; $15$20) —Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

—Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St. —Ibiza Nightclub, 118 Market St.

—The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.

Singer-Songwriter Circle, Open Mic (9pm; Free)

—Bottega Art Bar and Gallery, 723 N. 4th St.

Team Trivia (7pm; Free)

The Possums (4pm; Free)

Live music (9pm; Free)

Elliot Humphries (4pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

Your neighborhood drafthouse with a menu full of lowcountry favorites.

Join us for a hot meal and a cold pint.

Beatitudes and Bonhoeffer: An Organ Evensong (5pm; Free)

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—Tails Piano Bar, 115 S. Front St.

Chris Pearson (10pm; Free)

—The Palm Room, 11 E Salisbury St.

—Salty Dogs Tavern, 112 Hinto Ave.

—Salty Turtle Beer Company, 103 Triton Ln.

—St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1219 Forest Hills Dr.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9

Reggae Sundays (7pm; Free)

—Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

Chamber Music Wilmington - Caroline Shaw with Jasper Quartet (7:30pm; $30)

Live Music w/ Category 4 (3pm; Free)

—Jamaica House Sports Bar & Grill, 2206 Carolina Beach Rd.

Tom Gossin (6pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—Cultural Arts Building, 5270 Randall Parkway

—Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar, 9 Estell Lee Pl.

The Little Chef & Coleman Daley (6pm; Free) —Mad Mole Brewing, 6309 Boathouse Rd.

MONDAY, MARCH 11 Live Music Yoga (6pm, $10)

Chris Gethard (7pm, 9:30pm; $20; Comedy)

—Terra Sol Sanctuary, 507 Castle St.

Justin Lacy (7pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

—Hell’s Kitchen, 118 Princess St.; 910-7634133

—Dead Crow Comedy, 265 North Front St. —Grow N.C., 225 Water St., Suite J

BSBS Music Night (7pm; Free)

—Beale Street Barber Shop, 710 S. 17th St.

Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root w/ Dirk Miller (7pm; $15-$20) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.

Trivia Night (7:30pm; Free)

Open Mic on Mondays (9pm; Free)

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

TUESDAY, MARCH 12

Karaoke w/ Party Gras (7pm; Free)

Ratchet Bros. (8pm; Free)

—Hoplite Pub and Beer Garden, 720 N. Lake Park Blvd.

Live Music with Sean Gregory (8pm; Free)

—Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

—Palate, 1007 N. 4th St.

—Pour Taproom, 201 N Front St Suite G101

Band on Fire (8pm; Free)

—The Rusty Nail, 1310 South Fifth Ave.

Tumbleweed (8pm; Free; Folk)

Tues. Trivia & Tacos with Sherri! (7pm; Free) Drum & Dance Downtown (7:30pm; Free) —The Calico Room, 115 N. 2nd St.

Night of Trivia (8pm; Free)

—Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry St.

—Banks Channel Pub and Grille, 530 Causeway Dr.

Mike Blair (8pm; Free; Americana)

Cape Fear Blues Jam (8pm; Free)

Slamurai Deadly Edibles Windley Lunch Box Hero All Eyes Open (8pm; $8; Heavy Metal/ Punk Rock)

Tough Old Bird (8pm; $5; Rust-Belt Folk)

Antenora, Kurgan, Nuclear Desolation, Malediction (9pm; $7; Metal)

Music Bingo with Sherri! (7pm; Free)

Samuel Hatch (8:30pm; Free)

—Edward Teach Brewing, 604 N 4th St.

Chris Gethard (9:30pm; $20; Comedy)

—The Harp, 1423 S. Third St.

—Flytrap Brewing, 319 Walnut St

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

—Reggie’s 42nd St., Tavern, 1415 S. 42nd St.

- —Grand Cru Food & Wine, 1904 Eastwood Rd. —Dead Crow Comedy, 265 North Front St.

Wet Wednesday DJ (10pm; Free)

—The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St.

Wine Down & Karaoke (8pm; Free) —Ibiza Nightclub, 118 Market St.

Reggae Sunday with DHIM (3pm; Free)

Rob Ronner (9pm; Free; Singer-Songwriter)

Brown Dirt Cowboys (9pm; Free)

—Tidal Creek Co-op, 5329 Oleander Dr.

—Old Books on Front St., 249 N. Front St. —Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr.

—The Harp, 143 South 3rd St.

Open Mic (6pm; Free)

Books, Beer & Jazz Piano (3pm; Free)

—The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St. —Banks Channel Pub and Grille, 530 Causeway Dr.

Music Bingo at The Harp (7:30pm; Free)

—Rusty Nail Saloon, 1310 S. 5th St. —The Juggling Gypsy, 1612 Castle St.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13

—Local’s Tavern, 1107 New Pointe Blvd.

Karaoke (7pm; Free)

Music Bingo at the Harp! (7:30pm; Free)

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Margaritas on the Rocks $4.50 Bloddy Mary $4 THURSDAY THURSDAY $ $ Appletinis 4, RJ’s Domestic PainkillerPints 5 $1.50 Truly Lime Spiked and $ 50 White Russians $5 Red Stripe Bottles 2 Sparkling Water $3 $ 50 2 Fat Tire Bottles 5564 Carolina Beach Road 22oz. Bells Two Hearted IPA Draft $5 FRIDAY(910)-452-1212 Visit our website Keoke Coffee $4.95 Cosmos $4,www.RuckerJohns.com 007 $350 1/2 Off All Premium $ specials, music and for daily 3 Guinness Cansupcoming Red Wine Glasses events

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SHOWSTOPPERS

WARMING UP: Jeff Tweedy’s current tour will bring him to the Orange Peel in Asheville on March 19.

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Laid back craft beer and wine bar with a fantastic selection of both local & national craft beer and wine MONDAY: Beer Flights $5, Select Glasses of Wine $5, 2 Drinks & a Veggie Wagon Cheese Tray $20 EVERY OTHER TUESDAY: Open mic, 7pm (Jan. 8 & 22, Feb. 5 & 19, Mar. 5 & 19)

1st WEDNESDAY: Beer 101 3rd WEDNESDAY: Wine 101 THURSDAY: B-sides & Back Work

(play your favorite records while getting a chair massage)

SUNDAY: Yoga & Mimosas @ 9am with Salty Dog Yoga and awesome Mimosa bar

Kid and dog-friendly with ample seating and games to keep you busy

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NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE N. DAVIDSON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 358-9298 3/7: The Motet and No BS! Brass Band 3/8: Savannah Conley and Ian Ferguson 3/9: Jocelyn and Chris Arndt Band 3/13: Tank and The Bangas, Maggie Koerner, more 3/16: Tropidelic and Roots of A Rebellion THE FILLMORE 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 3/7: Whiskey Myers 3/8: Big Head Todd and The Monsters 3/10: Robert Glasper 3/13: Hippie Sabotage 3/15: Nothing More 3/16: Grits and Biscuits 3/17: Get Pinched St. Paddy’s Party 3/18: Haters Roast THE FILLMORE UNDERGROUND 820 HAMILTON ST., CHARLOTTE, NC (704) 916-8970 3/6: Subtronics with Blunts and Blondes 3/7: Here Come the Mummies 3/8: Metal Madness with Black Ritual and more 3/9: Get Sad Y’all 3/13: State Champs 3/14: Marsha Ambrosius 3/15: Lil Tracy 3/16: Lords of Acid LINCOLN THEATRE 126 E. CABARRUS ST., RALEIGH, NC (919) 821-4111 3/8: Julia Michaels and Spazz Cardigan 3/9: Citizen Cope and David Ramirez 3/13: The Hip Abduction and Little Stranger 3/15: Adrian Belew and Saul Zonana 3/16: Weekend Excursion 3/17: Kelly Holland Memorial Show

CAT’S CRADLE 300 E. MAIN ST., CARRBORO, NC (919) 967-9053 3/7: Sean McConnell and Caleb Elliott (back) 3/7: STRFKR, Shy Boys 3/8: Chelsea Cutler and Anthony Russo 3/8: Mike Krol and Spider Bags (Back) 3/9: Mat Kerekes, Jetty Bones and more (Back) 3/10: Hot Flash Heat Wave, BOYO, Field Trip (Back) 3/11: Men I Trust and Michael Seyer (Back) 3/14: Upstate (Back) 3/15: The Gone Ghosts, The Antique Hearts (Back) 3/16: (J) Rowdy & The NightShift and more (Back) 3/19: Trevor Hall, Dirtwire and Will Evans 3/21: Andrea Gibson and Ashlee Haze DURHAM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 123 VIVIAN ST. DURHAM, NC (919) 688-3722 3/18: Joe Bonamassa MOTORCO MUSIC HALL 723 RIGSBEE AVE, DURHAM, NC (919) 901-0875 3/7: Brother Ali 3/8: Look Homeward and Kate Rhudy 3/9: Smallpools, Bel Heir and New Dialogue 3/10: Alice Phoebe Lou and L.A. Salami 3/15: Chris Knight and Clovis Draper 3/16: Rock Roulette: A Benefit for Rock NC THE ORANGE PEEL 101 BILTMORE AVE., ASHEVILLE, NC (828) 398-1837 3/8: Uncle Acid & the deadbeats and Graveyard 3/9: Mike Gordon 3/10; Here Come The Mummies 3/14: Tank and The Bangas, Maggie Koerner and more 3/15: Dark Side Of The Dead 3/19: Jeff Tweedy and James Elkington 3/20: Lucinda Williams and her band Buick 6 3/21: Lil Mosey and more

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ARTS>>ART

AU REVOIR!

Dallas Thomas hosts pop-up art sale in preparation of artist residency

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BY: SHEA CARVER

ast year while Dallas Thomas was designing new creations for local company Freaker, he began contemplating making a career change— one that would push his love of and studies in art a little further. After following one of his favorite artists, Vanessa Stockard, on Instagram, and seeing pictures of her artist residency at the Chateau d’Orquevaux in France, he decided to apply for the once-in-a-lifetime experience. He really hadn’t been surrounded by fellow artists since studying at UNC Charlotte.

Fast forward to summer and fall 2018: Thomas made a move into working in film, as a graphic designer on the Hulu-backed show “Reprisal,” which set up shop at Screen Gems Studios (the show is set to return filming in ILM this

spring). While creating beer labels, posters, logos, and basically any and all work mandated of the script, he practically had forgotten about his application into the residency. But a letter arrived in January 2019, explaining Thomas was one of 32 artists who applied worldwide and one of 10 accepted into the chateau.

spired his current style.

He did it while in school in 2006. “It is on some wood found at UNCC while they were undergoing a ton of renovations to the arts buildings,” he explains.

“I messaged Vanessa to get her opinion of the experience,” he tells, “and she said it was a must.” So he secured his spot in the 14-day create-a-thon, set to take place in April. Chateau d’Orquevaux covers lodging, food and supplies, Monday through Saturday, then artists are left to foot the bill for Sundays, and for their travel to and from France. To help defer costs, Thomas is hosting a pop-up art sale Saturday only at Bourgie Nights.

Folks will find a smattering of styles and subject matter, from his last show at Coworx, held September 2018, featuring paintings of famous sports figures, as well as prints of fun illustrations of flamingos, beer cans and hotdogs.

His earlier paintings will feature bird-like creatures with human legs.

“I am selling almost everything I’ve had hanging or lying around our house,” he notes. “Mostly old [stuff], some as old as

I’M A SWEETIE: Local artist Dallas Thomas is clearing out his collection for a pop-up art sale this Saturday. All funds will go toward an artist residency.

Photo courtesy of the artist

2006, some as new as last week—maybe as many as 17 to 20 paintings, depending on what Alisha is willing to part with.”

Decadence from start to finish...

Alisha Thomas is his wife, lead lady behind local brand Ruby Assata and creator of leather bags, wallets and other fun accessories. The Thomases upstarted a T-shirt company, Pearface, a few years ago and will have some inventory for sale, too.

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“I’ll sell several screen prints, some digital prints, sticker packs, T-shirts—all discounted,” Thomas tells. “The largest piece is 72-inches-by-48-inches and the smallest is 10-inches-by-10-inches.”

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“Prices will vary from $5 to several hundred [dollars],” he says. He also agrees to negotiations if the price is right. “All money made is helping me with my flight cost and the cost of the residency—but mostly making room in our house for more art.

Though he is unsure exactly what he’ll be working on in his private studio at the French residency, he knows there will be drawings, paintings and illustrations on canvas and paper. “I’ll use acrylics, oil sticks, charcoal, pencils and baguettes,” he quips.

Upon his return, perhaps an exhibit of his creations will make their way to a gallery or space back home. “Let’s hope I make something worth showing! As long as I can find the right space that is willing to host my work.”

DETAILS:

Dallas Thomas Pop-up Art Sale

March 9, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Bourgie Nights 127 Princess St. He also is planning on parting with one Prices: $5 and up of his very first creations, one he says in-

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ArtExposure is celebrating its 10th anniversary on May 11th from 11am7pm. Please, mark your calendar and join us! We will host a food truck, a tent for artists, raffles and more!

Mary Ann Rozear will have her opening reception, “The Shapes of Memories, from North Carolina to Maine,” from 5-7 p.m. on the same day.

If you haven’t been to ArtExposure, please, take a drive to see us. You won’t regret it!

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Art in Bloom Gallery is in a renovated 19th-Century horse stable and presents an eclectic mix of original art by established and emerging artists. View “New Year, New Art: An Exhibit from the Gallery’s Core Artists” February 15 – March 23. Art in Bloom Gallery is open until 9 pm on Fourth Friday Gallery Nights including March 22.

Now exhibiting “The Art fo Style,” works by Ann Parks McCray, featuring layers upon layers of vibrant colors and imagery.

Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, New Elements Gallery has been offering the best of regional and national fine art and craft since 1985.

Learn more about the artists we represent, featured exhibitions, and gallery news on our website.

210 Princess St. Tues. - Sat. 10am - 6pm (or by appt., Sun. and Mon.) (484) 885-3037 www.aibgallery.com

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In addition to our gallery at 210 Princess Street, Art in Bloom Gallery partners with local businesses to exhibit original art in other locations. Current Art Exhibits include: “The Joy of Plein Air: Pastels by Laurie Greenbaum Beitch” opened January 22 at PinPoint Restaurant,114 Market Street. The art exhibit continues through May 20, 2019.

“Brayers, Brushes, and Color Pencils by David Norris” opened February 6 at Platypus & Gnome Restaurant, 9 South Front Street. Meet the artist at a champagne toast and reception, Thursday, March 14, 6-8 pm. The reception is open and free to the public. The art exhibit continues through June 3, 2019.

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The Wilma Daniels Gallery currently features the work of their visual art faculty Showcasing “face pots” by ceramics instructor Geoff Calabrese, faculty exhibitors also include Ben Billingsley, Geoff Calabrese, Rick Conn, Jessica Gaffney, Kirsten Koromilas, Jennifer Mace, Deborah Quinn, Victoria Paige, Abby Perry, Sharon Wozniak Spencer, Sherrie Whitehead. Visit cfcc.edu/danielsgallery for more details.

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ARTS>>THEATRE

MARATHON OF A SHOW:

TheatreNOW’s latest production showcases killer acting skills of two local actors Quinn (Jacob Keohane) and Charlie Conlon (Braxton Lathan Williams). The two slouches nd may you be in heaven half are happy to be working in the movie biz, an hour before the devil knows even if just as extras. you’re dead.” Even in the face of Opening last weekend and running through death, the Irish find humor in all things; it’s March 31, the play perfectly glamorizes the one of their many charms.

Irish yet simultaneously strips down their braThe land of the Emerald Isle is a much vado nature. Though the production features romanticized location, one where, with a bit only two actors, the combined talents of both of luck love, fortunes are found. It’s a place Jacob Keohane and Braxton Lathan Williams where legends of leprechauns are rampant creates a cavalcade of distinct townspeople. and the Jameson whiskey flows like water Keohane and Williams fill the stage and never falls—at least to us Americans who even allow the show’s quick, high-paced energy to have a holiday celebrating St. Patrick. The- drop even a decimal. The production, under atreNOW lifts a glass to the Celtic spirit with the direction of Skip Maloney, will have auditheir staging of Maria Jones’s “Stones in His ences laughing, crying and most importantly raising their glasses to a good time sure to Pockets” right in time for March 17. be had by all.

This bleakly hilarious slice-of-life story Audiences will be met with soothing tells the tale of people from the small town of Kerry, who are once again invaded by a big sounds of Irish folk songs when entering the Hollywood production and trying to scrape theater. Though the stage is rather bare, mitheir piece of the fame pie. Tensions rise nus a medium-sized stone Celtic cross and as a tragic death in the tightly knitted com- a few chairs, which are moved about, not munity shakes the locals and starts a soul- much else is on display. The play is built of searching journey through lost dreams and the talents of its actors who pantomime nunewfound hopes between fast friends Jake merus spots and activities across the small town. Through their honesty on stage, the audience is transported to each and every location from mere tables.

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The skilled partnership between Keohane and Williams is amazing; they are one hell of a powerhouse. They seamlessly morph from one character to another, with palpable chemistry. The marathon of a show starts with Braxton Lathan Williams as Charlie Conlon standing center stage and chatting up craft services for a double-helping of dessert.

While it may be a slingshot way to jump into the world, it certainly endears audiences to Charlie quickly. His warm smile makes Charlie a disarming personality, with a happy-golucky attitude that allows him to find the best of any situation. He is hoping to get his newly finished screenplay in the right hands. Charlie’s someone you’d wanna your friend, so just imagine when he reveals the sad truth of where his carefree mindset comes from ... it is heartbreaking but honest. Williams’ cokeloving, wannabe-writer, best-friend role is multilayered, and shows how he’s doing his best to just hold on.

With the simple addition of a pink and white scarf, Williams turns into the American-sweetheart-of-a-leading-lady, Caroline Giovanni, and is priceless. He changes his entire physique to become the adorable actress who is oh-so-used to getting what she wants. While he laughs with it, he finds moments to show a shallow nature of Giovanni.

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IRISH ROMP: Jacob Keohane and Braxton Lathan Williams will bring the laughs and entertainment in ‘Stones in His Pockets.’ Photo by Alisa Harris

As well Williams embodies Clem, the foul-mouthed director of the film-with-in-aplay and always brings a laugh. His repartee with Jake is great, and he bashes the title of the play in a meta way (which I won’t give away here but it ties to the plot in a fun happy ending).

It is Keohane’s Jake who is the story’s through-line character. He anchors and drives the show passionately and perfectly.

His Jake feels so lived in and worn out, as he tries everyday to be the leading man that others see in him. The humor, heartbreak, and humanity that Keohane puts on display on stage are truly palpable at every emotional turn.

His Mickey Riordan—the oldest person in town, and most importantly the last surviving member of the cast of John Wayne’s “A Quiet Man”—is a man riding on his one-and-only, boastfully shouted-upon claim to fame. With nothing more than an added cap to his head and a hunch to his back, Keohane changes characters so quickly only hummingbirds and lighting strikes could catch him. He scores laughs with every appearance, and he jumps into the prim, proper, and pain-in-the-ass Aisling, a female production assistant who swings her ego with a cut of the eyes. She’s a corky break for Keohane, who has to play a lot of heavy emotions. The actor reaches into the depth of painful wants to bring out Sean Harkin, a local lad with dreams of getting out of town. It’s all great work. Also he scores points on a solid accent that holds well as he manages to Rolodex through his list of roles.

These two actors pull off quote a show, from start to finish; the only time they leave the stage is when the acts end. They never seem tired or out of breath, and they deserve to have full houses to witness the undertaking of this gauntlet. Though the play writes itself until it finds something resembling a happy ending, it will leave audiences cheering.

As usual the night of theatre is paired with a top-notch meal by Chef Denise Gordon. The smoked salmon cheese deep dip with pretzel bites starts off the meal as an enjoyable appetizer, followed by the three entrées. Irish shrimp and grits are delicious, with shrimp sauteéd to perfection. It is my favorite of the three. The corned beef meatball with roasted cabbage is really good mixed with whiskey horseradish mustard. Lastly, the lentil and mushroom Shepherd’s Pie will have all the mushroom lovers happily sated; as for me, well, not the biggest fungi fan.

“Stones in His Pockets” is a fun romp, and eases a heavy story onto the audience with zany characters and interesting circumstances. Paired with a hearty meal and a drink or two, it’s worth a toast to two outstanding actors putting on one hell of a darkly fun show.

DETAILS:

Stones in His Pockets

Through March 30, Fri. & Sat., 7 p.m., doors at 6 p.m.

Tickets: $20-$44; latter includes 3-course meal TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. www.theatrewilmington.com

ARTS>>THEATRE

HONKY TONKIN’ GOOD TIME:

‘Always... Patsy Cline’ is packed with fun tunes from start to finish BY: GWENYFAR ROHLER

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pera House Theatre Company shifts gears from the big ensemble musical of “Mamma Mia!”—which opened the new year—to the small-cast jukebox revue of “Always... Patsy Cline.” Written by Ted Swindley, the show is performed by Annie Tracy Marsh as Cline, and is interspersed with reminisces of Louise Seger, played by Barbara Weetman. In real life Seger was a devoted fan who corresponded with Cline through letters, after meeting her at a show in Houston. Seger’s interviews with Cline’s biographer, Ellis Nassour, for “Honky Tonk Angel” comprise the show’s narrative arc. Seger and Cline became friends until Cline’s death in a plane crash at the young age of 30.

Annie Tracy Marsh grew up on the main stage of Thalian Hall. She returns after several years studying in New York and now Boston to bring us her version of Patsy Cline.

She’s got the look, she’s got the attitude, she’s got stage presence, and she’s got a beautiful voice.

“It is sort of like ‘The Sound of Music,’” I expressed to my date. “Everyone goes to see it, wanting to hear Julie Andrews sing—and no one sings like Julie Andrews.”

On top of it all, together, she and the band create something magical. The Bobcats are on point, too: Luis Barragan (piano), Bob Russell (pedal steel guitar), Ted Crenshak (lead guitar), Brian Westbrook (bass), Adrian Varnum (fiddle), and Hugh Mallard (drums) work cohesively and seamlessly as a third character in the unfolding story on stage.

Marsh must be exhausted by the end of the evening—she gives so much to this role. And it’s clear folks are excited about it, as the house (500 seats in Thalian Hall) was packed on opening night. It is great to see these two women back home performing again—and even more wonderful to see so many people turn out to share their work.

Barbara Weetman—who also lived here and performed locally for years—defies description.

She is elegant, sexy, beautiful, smart, capable, confident and an incredibly gifted comedienne.

With the part of Louise Seger, she is tasked with a nearly impossible role: to follow Marsh’s singing (who would want to be on stage after that?), keep the audience entertained and communicate the story. Few would succeed at it, but, frankly, I can’t imagine anyone other than Weetman pulling it off.

And she’s had practice, considering it’s her third time in the role. It demands her to become a gifted storyteller, cheerleader and a bit of the stage jester. When she “conducts” the band for Patsy during the Esquire Ballroom appearance, it is side-splitting funny and possibly only eclipsed by her description of the Radio DJ Hal Harris (“He looked like death on a cracker!”).

DETAILS:

Always... Patsy Cline

BACK IN BABY’S ARMS: Barbara Weetman as Louise Seger and Annie Marsh as Patsy Cline in Opera House’s latest jukebox musical. Photo courtesy

March 8-9, 7:30 p.m., 9-10, 3 p.m.

Thalian Hall 310 Chestnut St. Tickets: $20-$32 www.thalianhall.org

Just the same, no one sounds like Patsy Cline—and that’s the point. The goosebump-raising voice that can drag your heart through the shredder on the way through two low octaves of the keyboard is singular. But Perhaps what I like best about Weetman’s Marsh comes close and the audience loves rendition of Seger is how aware she is of her for it—adores her, even, and wants more the audience’s perceptions of her (“Well, we and more of her. can’t all be hair dressers, now can we?”).

Just to be clear about the undertaking we Weetman is clear of making fun of Seger—or are discussing here: The entire show is pretty women who haven’t had the same privileges much Marsh singing through 28 songs, back of education and opportunities that Weetman to back. She runs off stage to change clothes has. It is rather she pours herself into making while Weetman’s Seger entertains the audi- Seger an unapologetically full person, who ence and fills in the story about their connec- knows how others judge her but is detertion and thus Cline’s megastar. But Marsh mined to grab life by the balls anyway, judgedelivers a marathon of solos. She gives so ment be damned. much of herself on stage and still finds more “Always... Patsy Cline” is an audience to draw upon as the show progresses. pleaser. Anyone not having fun at the show Music directors Lorene Walsh and Adrian must be dead. Cline recorded and performed Varnum have assembled a great live band, a lot in her short career, and the show tries The Bodacious Bobcats, to play the sound to get a good representation of work into the track live onstage. So we open at The Grand script. Obviously “Crazy” and “It Wasn’t God Ole Opry with two of Cline’s hits and favor- Who Made Honky Tonk Angels” are both inites, “Walking After Midnight” and “Back in cluded, but so are other hits, like “Shake Baby’s Arms.” Still, Cline’s vast catalog yields Rattle and Roll” and the gospel tune “Just a so many memorable songs, yet the latter are Closer Walk With Thee.” Marsh takes the aumy two favorites. What we, the audience, dience on a wild ride, from the vocally challearn instantly is Marsh understands how to lenging “Lovesick Blues” and “I Fall to Pieces.” tell a story with song and to work the crowd. She steered the audience’s sways and singalongs as well.

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REEL TO REEL

PLAYING IT SAFE:

films this week CINEMATIQUE

‘Green Book’ looks at racism through a cartoonish lens

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Thalian Hall • 310 Chestnut Dr. Tickets: $8 • thalianhall.org

March 6, 7 p.m. (additional screening at 4 p.m. on Wednesday), “Mary Queen of Scots.” Queen of France at 16 and widowed at 18, Mary Stuart (Saoirse Ronan) defies pressure to remarry. Instead, she returns to her native Scotland. But Scotland and England fall under the rule of Elizabeth I (Margot Robbie). Determined to be more than a figurehead, Mary asserts her claim to the English throne. Each young Queen must decide how to play the game of marriage versus independence. Betrayal, rebellion and conspiracies within each court imperil both thrones—and change the course of history.

BY: ANGHUS

fter all this outrage over “Green Book,” and the fact it’s still in theaters, it motivated me to see the film so I could decide whether it was a harmless drama or the most whitewashed movie since “Casper the Ghost’s Ski Vacation at the Cool Whip Factory.” The reality, as it so often is, falls somewhere in between the most extreme positions on the movie. “Green Book” never really plumbs the depths of racism and instead paints it as a comically broad character flaw. At the same time, there are nice moments between lead actors Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali, so in the end it’s a nice buddy road movie.

But I can see from where the outrage comes: Media continues to push an ongoing narrative, saying people want to see movies featuring real stories and perspectives from the African-American experience, which is great. Unfortunately, there’s also some epic-level gatekeeping going on ENDEARING CHARACTERS: Viggo to promote the idea that every story on the Mortensen and Mahershala Ali star in ‘Green subject of race and racism requires some Book.’ Photo courtesy Universal Pictures kind of cultural litmus test. “Green Book” handles the topic of race relations much proached about being the driver for a relike the award-winning “Driving Miss Daisy” nowned pianist named Doctor Don Shirley or “The Help.” The disgusting bigoted be(Mahershala Ali). havior is presented in an almost cartoonThey set off on a trip that ends up taking ish way. Someone being a complete racist asshole could be played for either drama them through the human garbage dumpor laughs. And, so, some people find it of- ster that was (and in some ways still is) the Deep South. Doctor Shirley is revered by fensive. members of high society who want to hear Like everything else, there’s a spectrum his beautiful music, but don’t want him involved here. “Green Book” is hardly the to eat in the same room or share a bathbest or most gripping depiction of segregaroom. It’s the kind of institutional racism I tion and racism in America, but, really, it’s hope anyone whose been paying attention never trying to be. Peter Farrelly (“Dumb would recognize. The “Green Book” referand Dumber”) is only a few steps away from ences a publication that helped Africanthe goofy comedies that made him a lot of Americans traveling through the Deep money. “Green Book” is a classic road-trip South find friendly businesses and accombuddy movie, where two different people modations. It’s a shameful artifact from a end up finding common ground through a shameful period of American history. series of obstacles that bring them closer I suppose viewers can fault the movie together. In this case, the series of obstacles involve complete dehumanization of for feeling slight while dealing with such a African-Americans by a bunch of asshats. serious topic. “Green Book” has no sharp edges or rough corners; it’s about as inofThe story centers on Tony Lip (Viggo fensive a movie as you can make on the Mortensen), a working-class schlep from topic. But there are still some redeeming New York who struggles to get by. He’s a qualities. Mortensen and Ali are endearworld-class bullshit artist who isn’t afraid ing and entertaining in their roles, with to throw a punch, should the need arise. genuinely humorous and heartwarming His job as the muscle at a local club gets moments. “Green Book” is a perfectly fine put on hold and he has to find work. An movie—nothing to do cartwheels over but opportunity presents itself when he is ap-

at the same time there’s nothing to get upset about.

DETAILS: Green Book

Rated PG-13 Directed by Peter Farrelly Starring Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini

Monday, March 18, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., “Shoplifters”—After one of their shoplifting sessions, Osamu and his son come across a little girl in the freezing cold. At first reluctant to shelter the girl, Osamu’s wife agrees to take care of her after learning of the hardships she faces. Although the family is poor, barely making enough money to survive through petty crime, they seem to live happily together until an unforeseen incident reveals hidden secrets, testing the bonds that unite them.

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AMERICAN BLUEWATER WATERFRONT GRILL 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 April October. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256-8500.

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

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

CAM CAFÉ CAM Café, located within the CAM delivers delightful surprises using fresh, local ingredients. The café serves lunch with seasonal options Tuesday through Saturday, inspired “small plates” on Thursday nights, an elegant yet approachable dinner on Thursday and brunch every Sunday. Look for a combination of fresh, regular menu items along with daily specials. As part of dining in an inspiring setting, the galleries are open during CAM Café hours which makes it the perfect destination to enjoy art of the plate along with the art of the museum. 3201 S 17th St. (910) 777-2363.

■ SERVING LUNCH, BRUNCH & DINNER: Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10am - 2 pm; Thursday evening, 5pm-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.camcafe.org ELIJAH’S Since 1984, Elijah’s has been Wilmington, NC’s outdoor dining destination. We feature expansive indoor and outdoor waterfront dining, with panoramic views of riverfront sunsets. As a Casual American Grill and

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Photo by Tom Dorgan Oyster Bar, Elijah’s offers everything from fresh local seafood and shellfish to pastas, sandwiches, and Certified Angus Beef selections. We offer half-priced oysters from 4-6 every Wednesday & live music with our Sunday Brunch from 11-3. Whether you are just looking for a great meal & incredible scenery, or a large event space for hundreds of people, Elijah’s is the place to be.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11:3010:00; Friday and Saturday 11:30-11:00 ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ILM; kids menu HENRY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because it’s going to be packed. Dinner too!

Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

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■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.henrysrestaurant.com HOPS SUPPLY CO. The combination of chef-inspired food and our craft bar makes Hops Supply Co. a comfortable and inviting gastropub that attracts guests of all types – especially a local crowd who can feel right at home whether ordering a classic favorite or trying a new culinary delight! At HopsCo, we are dedicated to the craft of excellent cuisine and delivering hops in its most perfect form, exemplified by our selection of craft beers. As hops are the heart of flavor for beer, our local seasonal ingredients are the soul of our culinary inspired American fare. 5400 Oleander Dr. (910) 833-8867.

■ OPEN: Mon-Thurs 10:57 am - 10 pm; Fri-Sat 10:57 am - 11 pm {Serving Brunch 10:57am – 3pm & bar open until midnight}; Brunch ALL DAY Sunday 9:57am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.hopssupplycompany.com

NICHE Niche Kitchen and Bar features an eclectic menu, a large wine list, and a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Close to Carolina Beach, Niche has a great selection of dishes from land to sea. All dishes are cooked to order, and Sundays features a great brunch menu!

Niche’s heated covered patio is perfect for anytime of the year and great for large parties. And their bar has a great assortment of wines, even offered half off by the glass on Tuesdays-Thursdays. Open Tues.

- Sun. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling 910-399-4701.

■ OPEN LUNCH AND DINNER: Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m.

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■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.nichewilmington.com PINE VALLEY MARKET Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri.10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Sun. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Daily specials and take-home frozen meals ■ WEBSITE: www.pinevalleymarket.com THE TROLLY STOP Trolly Stop Grill and Catering is a four store franchise in North Carolina. Trolly Stop Hotdogs opened in Wrightsville Beach in 1976. That store name has never changed. Since the Wrightsville Beach store, the newer stores sell hotdogs, hamburgers, beef and chicken cheese steaks, fries, hand dipped ice cream, milk shakes, floats and more.

Our types of dogs are: Southern (Trolly Dog, beef and pork), Northern (all beef), Smoke Sausage (pork), Fat Free (turkey), Veggie (soy). Voted Best Hot Dog in Wilmington for decades.

Check our website trollystophotdogs.com for hours of operations, specific store offerings and telephone numbers, or contact Rick Coombs, 910-2978416, rtrollystop@aol.com We offer catering serving 25-1000 people. Franchises available ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ LOCATIONS: Wilmington, Fountain Dr. (910) 4523952 Wrightsville Beach (910) 256-3921

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

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Sat. 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. for dinner.

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

are committed to using quality ingredients and seasoning with guaranteed freshness. Our goal is to utilize all resources, domestically and internationally, to ensure we serve only the finest food products. We believe good, healthy food aids vital functions for wellbeing, both physically and mentally. Our menu consists of a wide range of steak, seafood, and chicken for the specially designed “Teppan Grill.” We also serve tastebud-tingling Japanese sushi, hand rolls, sashimi, tempura dishes, and noodle entrees. This offers our guests a complete Japanese dining experience. Our all-you-can-eat sushie menu and daily specials can be found at www.okamisteakhouse.com! 614 S College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am-2:30pm / 4-10pm; Fri., 11am-2:30pm / 4pm11pm; Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 11am-9:30pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: www.okamisteakhouse.com SZECHUAN 132 Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

■ FEATURING: Lunch specials ■ WEBSITE: www.szechuan132.com YOSAKE DOWNTOWN SUSHI LOUNGE Lively atmosphere in a modern setting, Yosake is the delicious Downtown spot for date night, socializing with friends, or any large dinner party. Home to the never-disappointing Shanghai Firecracker Shrimp! In addition to sushi, we offer a full Pan Asian menu including curries, noodle dishes, and the ever-popular Crispy Salmon or mouth-watering Kobe Burger. Inspired features change weekly showcasing our commitment to local farms. Full bar including a comprehensive sake list, signature cocktails, and Asian Import Bottles. 33 S. Front St., 2nd Floor (910) 763-3172.

■ SERVING DINNER: 7 nights a week, 5pm; SunWed. ‘til 10pm, Thurs ‘til 11pm, Fri-Sat ‘til Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: 1/2 Price Sushi/Appetizer Menu nightly from 5-7, until 8 on Mondays, and also 10-Midnight on Fri/Sat. Tuesday LOCALS NIGHT - 20% Dinner Entrees. Wednesday 80S NIGHT 80s music and menu prices. Sundays are the best deal downtown - Specialty Sushi and Entrees are Buy One, Get One $10 Off and 1/2 price Wine Bottles. Nightly Drink Specials. Gluten-Free Menu upon request. Complimentary Birthday Dessert.

■ WEBSITE: www.yosake.com. @yosakeilm on Twitter & Instagram. Like us on Facebook.

NIKKI’S FRESH GOURMET For more than a decade, Nikki’s downtown has served diners the best in sushi. With freshly crafted ingredients making up their rolls, sushi and sashimi, a taste of innovation comes with every order. Daily they offer specialty rolls specific to the Front Street location, such as the My Yoshi, K-Town and Crunchy Eel rolls. But for less adventurous diners looking for options beyond sushi, Nikki’s serves an array of sandwiches, wraps and gyros, too. They also make it a point to host all dietary needs, omnivores, carnivores and herbivores alike. They have burgers and cheesesteaks, as well as falafal pitas and veggie wraps, as well as an extensive Japanese fare menu, such as bento boxes and tempura platters. Daily dessert and drink special are also on order. Check out their website and Facebook for more information. 16 S. Front St. (910) 771-9151.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Thurs., 11am10pm; Fri.-Sat., 11am-11pm; Sun., 12pm-10pm. Last call on food 15 minutes before closing.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.nikkissushibar.com OKAMI JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAK HOUSE We have reinvented “Hibachi cuisine.” Okami Japanese Hibachi Steakhouse is like no other. Our highly skilled chefs cook an incredible dinner while entertaining you on the way. Our portions are large, our drinks are less expensive, and our staff is loads of fun. We encore | march 6 - march 12, 2019 | www.encorepub.com 23

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YOSHI Yoshi Sushi Bar and Japanese Cuisine offers something the greater Wilmington area has never seen before. We are seeking to bring true New York Style Sushi to Wilmington, with classic sushi and sashimi, as well as traditional rolls and some unique Yoshi Creations. We offer a variety of items, including Poke Bowls and Hibachi - and we also are introducing true Japanese Ramen Bowls! Come try it today! 260 Racine Dr, Wilmington 28403 (910)799-6799 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. 12pm-11pm, Mon.-Thurs. 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-11pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ WEBSITE: yoshisushibarandjapanesecuisine.com

BAGELS ROUND BAGELS AND DONUT Round Bagels and Donuts features 17 varieties of New York-style bagels, baked fresh daily on site in a steam bagel oven. Round offers a wide variety of breakfast and lunch bagel sandwiches, grilled and fresh to order. Round also offers fresh-made donuts daily! Stop by Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., and on Sunday, 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Homemade bagels, cream cheeses, donuts, sandwiches, coffee and more ■ WEBSITE: roundbagelsanddonuts.com

DINNER THEATRE THEATRENOW TheatreNOW is a performing arts complex that features weekend dinner theater, an award-winning weekly kids variety show, monthly Sunday Jazz Brunches, movie, comedy and live music events.

Award-winning chef, Denise Gordon, and a fabulous service staff pair scrumptious multi-course themed meals and cocktails with our dinner shows in a theatre-themed venue. Dinner theater at its best! Reservations highly suggested. 19 S. 10th Street (910) 399.3NOW (3669). Hours vary.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Dinner shows, jazz brunches, ■ WEBSITE: www.theatrewilmington.com

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Tasting menu every Tues. with small plates from $1-$4; Ladies Night every Wed; $27 4-course prix fixe menu on Thurs.; “Date night menu,” $65/couple with beer and wine tasting every Fri. and half-price bottles of wine on Sun. ■ MUSIC: Tuesdays on the deck, 7 – 9p.m., May-Oct ■ WEBSITE: www.littledipperfondue.com

IRISH THE HARP Experience the finest traditional Irish family recipes and popular favorites served in a casual yet elegant traditional pub atmosphere. The Harp, 1423 S. 3rd St., proudly uses the freshest ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible, to bring you and yours the most delicious Irish fare! We have a fully stocked bar featuring favorite Irish beers and whiskies. We are open every day for both American and Irish breakfast, served to noon weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends.

Regular menu to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 p.m. weekends. Join us for trivia at 8:30 on Thursdays and live music on Fridays – call ahead for schedule (910) 763-1607. Located just beside Greenfield Lake and Park at the south end of downtown Wilmington, The Harp is a lovely Irish pub committed to bringing traditional Irish flavor, tradition and hospitality to the Cape Fear area.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.harpwilmington.com

SLAINTE IRISH PUB Slainte Irish Pub in Monkey Junction has traditional pub fare with an Irish flair. We have a large selection of Irish whiskey, and over 23 different beers on draft, and 40 different craft beers in bottles. They have a large well lit outdoor patio with a full bar also. Come have some fun! They currently do not take reservations, but promise to take care of you when you get here!

5607 Carolina Beach Rd. #100, (910) 399-3980 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11:30 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: South Wilmington, Monkey Junction ■ FEATURING: Irish grub, whiskeys, beer, wine, fun.

THE LITTLE DIPPER Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little ■ WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/slaintemj 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- ANTONIO’S course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts Serving fresh, homemade Italian fare in midtown and outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching south Wilmington, Antonio’s Pizza and Pasta is a luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated family-owned restaurant which serves New York style for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front pizza and pasta. From daily specials during lunch and and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South dinner to a friendly waitstaff ensuring a top-notch experience, whether dining in, taking out or getting deFront Street. (910) 251-0433.

■ SERVING DINNER: 5pm Tue-Sun; open 7 days/ livery, to generous portions, the Antonio’s experience is an unforgettable one. Serving subs, salads, pizza week seasonally, May-October

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by the slice or pie, pasta, and more, dine-in, take-out and delivery! 3501 Oleander Dr., #2, and 5120 S. College Rd. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Sun., open at 11:30 a.m.)

■ NEIGHBORHOOD DELIVERY OFFERED: Monkey Junction and near Independence Mall ■ WEBSITE: www.antoniospizzaandpasta.com THE ITALIAN BISTRO The Italian Bistro is a family-owned, full-service Italian restaurant and pizzeria located in Porters Neck.

They offer a wide variety of N.Y. style thin-crust pizza and homemade Italian dishes seven days a week!

The Italian Bistro strives to bring customers a variety of homemade items made with the freshest, local ingredients. Every pizza and entrée is made to order and served with a smile from our amazing staff.

Their warm, inviting, atmosphere is perfect for “date night” or “family night.” Let them show you why “fresh, homemade and local” is part of everything they do. 8211 Market St. (910) 686-7774 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sun. brunch, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Porters Neck ■ WEBSITE: www.italianbistronc.com SLICE OF LIFE “Slice” has become a home away from home for

tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.”All ABC permits. Visit us downtown at 125 Market Street, (910) 251-9444, in Wrightsville Beach at 1437 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 101, (910) 2562229 and in Pine Valley on the corner of 17th and College Road, (910) 799-1399.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

■ FEATURING: Largest tequila selection in town!

■ WEBSITE: www.grabslice.com

SANDWICHES J. MICHAEL’S PHILLY DELI The Philly Deli celebrated their 38th anniversary in August 2017. Thier first store was located in Hanover Center—the oldest shopping center in Wilmington.

Since, two more Philly Delis have been added: one at Porters Neck and one at Monkey Junction.

The Philly Deli started out by importing all of their steak meat and hoagie rolls straight from Amoroso Baking Company, located on 55th Street in downtown Philadelphia! It’s a practice they maintain to this day.

We also have a great collection of salads to choose

• Fast • Healthy • Authentic Tzatziki, hummus and tahini made in house daily Gyros slow cooked on a spit, hand carved and served 5020 S. College Rd., #107, Wilmington, NC 28412 910-313-3000 • www.thegreeksnc.weebly.com Monday - Saturday 11am - 9pm; Closed Sunday 26 encore | march 6 - march 12, 2019 | www.encorepub.com

from, including the classic chef’s salad, chicken salad, and tuna salad, all made fresh every day in our three Wilmington, NC restaurants. 8232 Market St., 3501 Oleander Dr., 609 Piner Rd. ■ OPEN: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday - Saturday.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Porters Neck, North and South Wilmington, ■ WEBSITE: https://phillydeli.com

SEAFOOD CAPE FEAR SEAFOOD COMPANY Founded in 2008 by Evans and Nikki Trawick, Cape Fear Seafood Company has become a local hotspot for the freshest, tastiest seafood in the area. With it’s growing popularity, the restaurant has expanded from its flagship eatery in Monkey Junction to locations in Porters Neck and Waterford in Leland. “We are a dedicated group of individuals working together as a team to serve spectacular food, wine and spirits in a relaxed and casual setting,” restaurateur Evans Trawick says. “At CFSC every dish is prepared with attention to detail, quality ingredients and excellent flavors. Our staff strives to accommodate guests with a sense of urgency and an abundance of southern hospitality.” Cape Fear Seafood Company has been recognized by encore magazine for best seafood in 2015, as well as by Wilmington Magazine in 2015 and 2016, and Star News from 2013 through 2016.

Monkey Junction: 5226 S. College Road Suite 5, 910-799-7077. Porter’s Neck: 140 Hays Lane #140, 910-681-1140. Waterford: 143 Poole Rd., Leland, NC 28451 ■ SERVING LUNCH AND DINNER: 11:30am-4pm daily; Mon.-Thurs.., 4pm-9pm; Fri.-Sat., 4pm-10pm; Sun., 4pm-8:30pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, north Wilmington and Leland ■ WESBITE: www.capefearseafoodcompany.com CATCH Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee, 2013 Best of Wilmington “Best Chef” winner, Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood.

Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010. Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, & Seafood Ceviche to name a few. Larger Plates include, Charleston Crab Cakes, Flounder Escovitch & Miso Salmon. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand-crafted seasonal desserts. Full ABC Permits.

6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405, 910799-3847.

■ SERVING DINNER: Mon.-Sat. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

■ WEBSITE: www.catchwilmington.com DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for everyone at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfort able in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington.

Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 7622827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.dockstreetoysterbar.net MICHAEL’S SEAFOOD’S RESTAURANT Established in 1998, Michael’s Seafood Restaurant is locally owned and operated by Shelly McGowan and managed by her team of culinary professionals.

Michael’s aspires to bring you the highest quality and freshest fin fish, shell fish, mollusks, beef, pork, poultry and produce. Our menu consists of mainly locally grown and made from scratch items. We count on our local fishermen and farmers to supply us with seasonal, North Carolina favorites on a daily basis. Adorned walls include awards such as 3 time gold medalist at the International Seafood Chowder Cook-Off, Entrepreneur of the Year, Restaurant of the Year and Encores readers’ choice in Best Seafood to name a few. 1206 N. Lake Park Blvd. (910) 458-7761 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days 11 am – 9 pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Carolina Beach ■ FEATURING: Award-winning chowder, local seafood and more!

■ WEBSITE: www.MikesCfood.com 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 events, such as wedding ceremonies & receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.5551.

■ SERVING LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH: Mon – Sat 11am – 11pm, Sunday 10am – 10pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Dine on renovated Crystal Pier.

■ WEBSITE: www.OceanicRestaurant.com THE PILOT HOUSE The Pilot House Restaurant is Wilmington’s premier seafood and steak house with a touch of the South.

We specialize in local seafood and produce. Featuring the only Downtown bar that faces the river and opening our doors in 1978, The Pilot House is the oldest restaurant in the Downtown area. We offer stunning

riverfront views in a newly-renovated relaxed, casual setting inside or on one of our two outdoor decks.

Join us for $5.00 select appetizers 7 days a week and live music every Friday and Saturday nigh on our umbrella deck. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. 910-343-0200 2 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun-Thurs 11am9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm and Sunday Brunch 11am3pm. Kids menu ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Riverfront Downtown Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Fresh local seafood specialties, Riverfront Dining, free on-site parking ■ MUSIC: Outside Every Friday and Saturday ■ WEBSITE: www.pilothouserest.com

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

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.caseysbuffet.com RX RESTAURANT & BAR Located in downtown Wilmington, Rx Restaurant and Bar is here to feed your soul, serving up Southern cuisine made with ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. The Rx chef is committed to bringing fresh food to your table, so the menu changes daily based on what he finds locally. Rx drinks are as unique as the food—and just what the doctor ordered. Join us for a dining experience you will never forget! 421 Castle St.; 910 399-3080.

■ SERVING BRUNCH & DINNER: Tues-Thurs, 5-10pm; Fri-Sat, 5-10:30pm; Sun., 10am-3pm and 5-9pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ WEBSITE: www.rxwilmington.com

SPORTS BAR CAROLINA ALE HOUSE Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun.

Located on College Rd. near UNC W, this lively sports-themed restaurant. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 S. College Rd. (910) 791.9393.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

■ FEATURING: 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington.

■ WEBSITE: www.CarolinaAleHouse.com

TAPAS/WINE BAR THE FORTUNATE GLASS WINE BAR An intimate venue showcasing globally sourced wines, plus creative small plates and craft beers.

The serene ambiance is created by the beautiful wall mural, elegant glass tile bar, castle rocked walls and intimate booths. There are wines from all regions, with 60 wines by the glass and 350 wines available by the bottle. Food consists of numerous small plates, fine cheeses, cured meats and decadent desserts that will compliment any wine selection.

■ SERVING DINNER & LATE NIGHT: Tues. - Thur., 4 p.m. - midnight; Fri., 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sat., 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. - midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown, 29 S Front St. ■ FEATURING: Weekly free wine tasting Tues., 6 - 8 p.m. Small plates, and wine and beer specials.

■ WEBSITE: www.fortunateglass.com

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SHUCKIN’ SHACK Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar has two locations in the Port City area. The original Shack is located in Carolina Beach at 6A N. Lake Park Blvd. (910-458-7380) and our second location is at 109 Market Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington (910-833-8622). The Shack is the place you want to be to catch your favorite sports team on 7 TV’s carrying all major sports packages. A variety of fresh seafood is available daily including oysters, shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab legs. Shuckin’ Shack has expanded its menu now offering fish tacos, crab cake sliders, fried oyster poboys, fresh salads, and more. Come in and check out the Shack’s daily lunch, dinner, and drink specials. It’s a Good Shuckin’ Time!

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Carolina Beach Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am-2am; Sun: Noon-2am, Historic Wilmington: Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat: 11am-Midnight.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Carolina Beach/Downtown ■ FEATURING: Daily lunch specials. Like us on Facebook!

■ WEBSITE: www.TheShuckinShack.com

138 South Front Street, Downtown Reservations Encouraged 910.251.0433 www.littledipperfondue.com

Come see why we were voted the best place to have a first date.

Offering cheese, fresh meats and seafood along with many dessert fondues including melted chocolate, caramel, peanut butter and marshmallows!

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James Beard Award semi-finalist Dean Neff talks 2019 plans and goals It’s not a question if Neff will open another restaurant in Wilmington but when. As far as style of food, Neff says he wants to think outside the box, wherein the food will be more inclusive and accessible. Think lunch service and/or cooking classes.

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hef Dean Neff breaks down the value of soup much like life: There’s an order to which things get done.

Each ingredient matters, of course, but the layers in the pot are added step by step by level of importance. Start by sweating the onions or leeks and celery and carrots; cook the ham separately until it’s nice and tender. The devil is in the details of the process.

“I’ve got some other ideas,” he notes. “I definitely feel like if it’s higher end, it’s going to be a smaller restaurant that seeks less people.”

In fact, probably a week before finalizing the sell of his share of PinPoint, people were already approaching Neff about spaces—and he even looked at a few. So much hinges on finding the right place to dictate his style of food, service ... everything.

“I love that thought process because I feel like it forces you to think about what you’re going to do before you do it,” he says. “And it forces you to also think about each individual ingredient.”

On February 27 the James Beard Foundation announced its list of semifinalists for the 29th annual James Beard Awards. It’s a prestigious group spanning more than 20 categories, including Best Chef: Southeast, of which Neff has been lauded.

“It took a little while to sink in,” he admits. “It’s such an honor. . . . Cooking for a living is very hard work and . . . this is all I’ve ever done. There’s highs and lows, peaks and valleys, and this definitely made me—and this may sound weird because I’m 41 years old—but this makes me feel like I’m on the right path.”

An open call for James Beard Award nominees began in mid-October of 2018 from an independent group of roughly 250 volunteer panelists from around the country. Nominees were then reviewed by the Restaurant and Chef Committee. While finalists will be announced in the coming weeks, Neff is enjoying being a semi-finalist.

“There’s so many amazing chefs on that list,” he says. “I’ve worked with some of them and eaten at a lot of their restaurants and . . . they’re definitely role models for me in a lot of ways.”

It’s a surreal moment for the culinary artist but also serendipitous. The former PinPoint head chef and restaurant partner only just left his station at the downtown eatery left his station a couple of weeks ago. In many ways the nomination is a confidence booster for his abilities and process in the kitchen; it acts as reassurance in his decisions. It’s also inspiration for the future, and there’s a lot his had to look forward to in 2019.

He and his long-time fiancée Lydia Clopton of Love, Lydia Bakery are planning their wedding and expecting a baby boy in August. For the next eight months or so, Neff will continue to help out at the bakery as they prepare for their first child. Neff also is slated for a new radio show on WHQR, “A Place at the Table,” which will launch on March 6 as part of “Coastline.” Plus, a culinary venture will begin anew.

“There definitely will be something else to come,” he divulges. “And I’m not sure exactly of the timing, but there’s several plans in the works.”

Downtown Wilmington is a possibility— but not the only front runner. Neff’s also looking at areas leading out to Wrightsville Beach. No matter where he lands, he envisions his next restaurant being a part of the community for the long haul. As well, he’ll continue to tap into the roots of Southern cooking or seasonal ingredients yet enhance it with other techniques of French and Spanish cooking.

“One of the things I realized would result in a short career is if I ever plateau in [cooking],” he notes. “When you stop learning, when you stop trying new things, and you stop reading and you stop networking with friends and chefs, it’s over. All that stuff is inspirational fuel to make you continue to move onward and upward.”

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Sunday, March 19 • 12 p.m. • Free Waterline Brewing Co. • 721 Surry St.

Sweat treats from local dessert shops and bakeries can be found at Waterline this Sunday. Wilmington Dessert Market is free to attend but folks must pre-register at Eventbrite. Vendors will accept cash and card for their sweet inventory.

Select bakeries will have alternative options, such as gluten-free, vegan and sugar-free desserts. A vendor list and map can be found at LoveDessertsCLT. com closer the event date.

PIRATE MURDER MYSTERY DINNER!

Friday, March 15 • 6 p.m.

The Seasoned Gourmet • 5500 Market St. $75 plus membership

It’s a murder mystery to solve over a delicious dinner from Chef Jennifer Wright of Port City Cheesecakes. Guests will be given a character assignment before “The Curse of the Parrot Island Treasure” case begins. Clues and character packets come with lots of helpful information to help solve the mystery—hopefully in time for dessert!

Prizes will be awarded for best dressed, best in character and for correctly solving the mystery itself.

The menu includes a Salmagundi appetizer, choice of one of two entree options, and rum cake for dessert. Please call ahead to reserve and include entree choice. Wine, mead and beer will be available for purchase. Check out Facebook for more details.

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Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, where his parents still live, Neff’s nomination has him listed alongside friends like Chef Mashama Bailey of The Grey. “[Mashama] is amazing,” he praises.

“The Grey is a wonderful restaurant. But [Mashama] (I think) was on the front page of the Savannah Morning News. My mom said they opened it up and saw The Grey had been represented. And they were like, ‘Wouldn’t it be nice if Dean made it?’ Then they realized I was on the list.”

IN THE KITCHEN: Chef Dean Neff (above) has been nominated for the prestigious James Beard Award.

Photo by Andrew Sherman

“I don’t believe in forcing a concept into a space,” he explains. “So a certain extent of this is finding the space first and then kind of working the concept around it. . . . I went to business school, and I love the idea of branding and making concepts. I’ve got concepts that span from a dive bar with great bar food, up to small finedining, with an open kitchen, where you could host cooking classes or something that lends itself to that.”

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HAPPENINGS & EVENTS ACROSS WILMINGTON

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MADE IN NC Mar. 9, 10am-5pm; Mar. 10, noon-5pm: A gorgeous and diverse community craft show! Admission to the show is $5 at the door—good for both days and includes a raffle ticket (kids 12 and under are free).

Parking in the North Fourth neighborhood is free. Local Wilmington food trucks, BAC cash bar and Wilmington’s Fabulous Food Trucks, and over 50 vendors all in one place! We can’t wait to see you at the BAC! Brooklyn Arts Center, 516 North 4th St.

BARK IN THE PARK Mar. 9, 10am: A dog-centric event in partnership with Capeside Animal Hospital and Furever Friends Animal Rescue to offer a free rabies clinic to Leland Residents and also includes local dog centric businesses and a dog adoption. Leland Municipal Park, 113 Town Hall Dr.

charity/fundraiser PINTS FOR PRESERVATION Mar. 7, 5pm: Historic Wilmington Foundation is partnering with the Bellamy Man-

sion for Pints for Preservation. Come on out to Wilmington Brewing Company to support the preservation of Wilmington’s history. One dollar from each pint sold goes to these fantastic history organizations. Furry friends are welcome and Arepa St. Food truck will be there! Wilmington Brewing Company, 824 S. Kerr Ave.

PINTS FOR PRESERVATION Historic Wilmington Foundation is partnering with the Bellamy Mansion for Pints for Preservation. Come on out to Wilmington Brewing Company to support the preservation of Wilmington’s history. One dollar from each pint sold goes to these fantastic history or-

ganizations. Furry friends are welcome and Arepa St. Food truck will be there! Wilmington Brewing Company, 824 South Kerr Ave.

music OPEN-MIC AT TIDAL CREEK Comedians, singers, songwriters, poets, yodelers! Come out the co-op on Wednesday night & show us what you got! Free coffee & tea for all performers! Mic is yours from 6 pm until about 8:45! Hosted by the always entertaining Bob Sarnataro, this open mic is a laid back, no pressure opportunity for performers of all kinds to stretch those creative muscles.

All ages welcome. Tidal Creek Co-op, 5329 Oleander Dr. JAZZ AT CAM 1st Thurs. through Apr, 6:30-8pm. Eightconcert series has individual seat sales are available for purchase: 910-395-5999. Enjoy dinner and drinks at the CAM Café (910-7772363) before or after the concert. Café reservations are always suggested and appreciated. Mar. 7, Ernest Turner Trio; Apr. 4, Brian Miller Admission: CAM/CFJS Members: $12, Non-members: $20. Students with valid college ID: $10. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S 17th St. NOYE’S FLUDDE Mar. 8, 7:30pm: The Wilmington Boys Choirs presents “Noah’s Flood” by Benjamin Britten at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 N 16th St. www.eventbrite.com/e/noyesfludde-tickets-48224966172. facebook.com/ events/2013278345371463.

THE CHIEFTANS Mar. 8, 7:30pm: UNCW Presents and Cape Fear Stage present An Evening with The Chieftains, the legendary connoisseurs of traditional Irish music. Since 1962, they have been six-time Grammy Award winners and acclaimed for re-inventing traditional Irish music on a contemporary and international scale. As cultural ambassadors, their performances have been linked with seminal historic events, such as being the first Western musicians to perform on the Great Wall of China, participating in Roger Water’s The Wall performance in Berlin in 1990, and being the first ensemble to perform a concert in the Capitol Building in Washington DC. In 2010, their experimental collaborations extended to out of this world, when Paddy Moloney’s whistle and Matt Molloy’s flute travelled with NASA astronaut, Cady Coleman, to the International Space Station. Kenan Auditorium (UNCW), 601 S. College Rd. CONCERTS AT CAM Mar. 10, 2pm: Richard Smith live at the Cam-

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UPCOMING EVENTS: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 | 4:00 P.M. Baseball vs Toledo

THURSDAY, MARCH 7 | 2:00 P.M. Women’s Tennis vs N.C. Central

SATURDAY, MARCH 9 | 12 NOON

SUNDAY, MARCH 10 | 1:00 P.M. Baseball vs Siena

SUNDAY, MARCH 10 | 1:00 P.M. Women’s Tennis vs Campbell

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 | 6:00 P.M. Baseball vs UNC Chapel Hill

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eron Art Museum in Wilmington, NC. The British-born virtuoso, now a Nashville resident, is a renowned fingerstyle guitarist who plays everything from Bach to Beatles, barnburners to ballads, classical to jazz as well as intriguing originals. richardsmithmusic. com, (910) 395-5999. $15 for members and Students, $20 for non-members. Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St. BONHOEFFER AND BEATITUDES Mar. 10, 5pm: An Organ Evensong, featuring the original organ composition, The Beatitudes: Organ Reflections on the Blessings of Jesus, played by the composer, Roberta Rowland-Raybold. With readings from Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s classic book, Discipleship, along with reflections by Bonhoeffer scholar, Dr. Wayne Whitson Floyd. A celebrated soloist and composer, Roberta Rowland-Raybold currently serves as organist and choirmaster at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Each of the nine short pieces in this collection is a musical reflection on one of the blessings of the Beatitudes in the Gospel of Matthew. One of the general editors of “The Dietrich Bonhoeffer Works,” Dr. Wayne Whitson Floyd, is the author of “The Wisdom and Witness of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.” Following each short organ selection, Dr. Floyd will read a brief comment on the theme of the Beatitude by Bonhoeffer. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1219 Forest Hills Dr. CONCERTS AT CAM Mar. 10, 2pm: Concerts@CAM presents Richard Smith live at the Cameron Art Mu-

CONCERTS AT CAM: On Mar. 10, Richard Smith comes to CAM by way of Britain to Nashville to bring his finger-style guitar playing in songs from Bach to the Beatles to their concert series. Tickets are $15-$20. Courtesy photo

seum in Wilmington, NC. The British-born virtuoso, now a Nashville resident, is a renowned fingerstyle guitarist who plays everything from Bach to Beatles, barn-burners to ballads, classical to jazz as well as intriguing originals. richardsmithmusic.com. (910) 3955999. $15 for Cameron Art Museum Mem-

bers and Students, $20 for non-members.

Cameron Art Museum, 3201 S. 17th St.

theatre/auditions ALWAYS, PATSY CLINE Mar. 8-9, 7:30pm; Mar. 9-10, 3pm: The lady, the legend ... Patsy Cline (Wilmington na-

tive Annie Tracy Marsh) comes glowingly to life in this touching true story affectionately told through letters written between Patsy and her biggest fan turned confidant, Louise Seger (Barbara Weetman). These two unlikely friends met in a Texas honky-tonk in 1961 and shared a heartfelt correspondence until Patsy’s untimely death in 1963.

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Breakfast with the Birds Sunday, March 24th ~ 10am ~ $26

From a novice to a long-time nature lover, you will appreciate the birdlife our area has to offer.

The Cape Fear area is a perfect spot for our feathered friends. Join us for a 1&1/2 hour birding excursion while enjoying a continental breakfast on board. You have the expertise of two bird guides aboard to help you spot & identify the bird species. Jill Peleuses, co-owner of Wild Bird & Gardens, located in Wilmington and Gretchen Schramm, a professional photographer & an avid birder, with the Audubon Society.

including “Crazy”, “I Fall to Pieces”, “Sweet Dreams”, “Walkin’ after Midnight”, and 23 other great songs and is filled to the brim with down home country humor, heartache, and unexpected friendship. Don’t miss your chance to spend the evening with Patsy and Louise! Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St. STONES IN HIS POCKETS Through Mar. 30, Fri./Sat. only: TheatreNOW dinner presents “Stones in His Pockets”—a comic tragedy followings Charlie Conlon and Jake Quinn, who, like many in their small Irish town, are employed as film extras. Things get dodgy when a local teenager commits suicide after he is humiliated by a movie star. Two actors take on 15 characters. Dinner and a show with three-course meal, $48. Show-only option available, $20. theatrewilmington.com. Doors, 6pm; show, 7pm. TheatreNOW, 19 S. 10th St. UNCW PRESENT S THEATRE WORKS Mar. 9, 2pm: When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic inter-planetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the solar system. Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in TheatreWorks USA’s new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. The mission of TheatreWorks USA is to create, produce, and provide access to professional theatre for young and family audiences

nationwide, including disadvantaged youth and under-served communities. Kenan Auditorium, 601 S. College Rd. AUDITIONS FACT OR FICTION Mar. 6, 7pm: Port City Playwrights’ Project holds auditions for its new script-in-hand production, Fact or Fiction?, on Monday, March 4 and Wednesday, March 6, at the Community Arts Center, 120 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Actors of all ages, including a female who can play a teen, are needed to fill the roles for this March 25 and 26 performance at the Cape Fear Playhouse. Auditions consist of readings from the work of the playwrights who are contributing to this production.

Get a head start by going to portcityplaywrights.wordpress.com and downloading the audition sheet. Questions: portcityplaywrightsproject@gmail.com. Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. CHAMBER MUSIC WILMINGTON Mar. 10, 7:30pm: Astonishing both the pop and classical music worlds. Caroline Shaw (vocalist, violin/violinist/composer) represents the future of classical music and enjoys plum residencies and commissions by such as the Guggenheim, Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Shaw joins the Jasper String Quartet to present her works and the Brahms’ Viola Quintet. Cultural Arts Building, 5270 Randall Parkway

art MEET LOCAL ARTISTS Meet working artists, and see works in progress. Everything from sculptures to fine jewelry in this unique location. Free parking, fun for everyone. Over 45 artist’s works to enjoy.

Free, and we participate in the 4th Friday Art Walks, 6-9pm, 4th Fri. ea. mo. theArtWorks, 200 Willard St. FOURTH FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, Wilmington’s premier after-hours celebration of art and culture, 6-9pm, fourth Fri. ea. month. Art openings, artist demonstrations, entertainment and refreshments. Administered by the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County, numerous venues participate. Full list: artscouncilofwilmington.org HAVE A HEART, SKYWATCH On display at WHQR’s MC Erny Gallery is art by Loulie Scharf through March 8. Colorful and vivid birds are illustrated via mixed media. A portion of the proceeds from any sale of art benefits WHQR, and a portion of the artist’s proceeds will be donated to SkyWatch Bird Rescue. Mon-Fri, 10am to 4pm.

254 N. Front St., #300 OIL & WATER On display through Mar. 17. Works by Laura Smith and Patricia Barrow are now on display at the Bellamy Mansion. 503 Market St. bellamymansion.org

ART OF STYLE W/ANN PARKS MCCRAY Wilmington painter Ann Parks McCray creates vivid, impasto oil paintings that are sometimes abstract and ethereal and other times she creates naturescapes or seascapes with sailboats materializing on the horizon. No matter the subject matter, there is an Ann Parks McCray that speaks to everyone. In this show we pair her work with different furniture vignettes, from modern to contemporary to mid century and beyond.

New Elements Gallery, 271 N. Front St. KELLY SHEPPARD MURRAY LOCAL: art + ideas presents Kelly Sheppard Murray’s Curiosities Series (20162019), the biggest showing to date of the over 400 sculptures from this body of work.

Murray’s Curiosities Series is the cumulative output of the artist’s plan to produce one sculpture a day for a year (December 20162017) and then beyond that time frame. This is the Raleigh-based artist’s first major solo exhibition. Closing Reception: Friday, Mar. 22, 6-9 pm. Gallery Hours: Mon. - Fri., 125. Wilma W. Daniels Gallery at CFCC, 200 Hanover St. REFLECTIONS ON COLORISM Closes April 5. Exhibit investigates the history and trajectory of colorism—bias based on skin tone across races—through documentary and speculative works of art. The exhibit juxtaposes traditional, mainstream attitudes about complexion and other racialized features with imaginings of new narratives and alternative visions. It is curat-

Giving money to panhandlers often supports drug and alcohol addiction. Wilmington has a variety of social service agencies that can help people in need.

Please give smart to ensure your donation has the most positive impact possible.

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Endorsed by: Rescue Mission of Cape Fear, The Salvation Army, The United Way of the Cape Fear Area, and Vigilant Hope

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ed by Dr. Sarah L. Webb, creator of Colorism Healing, and professor of creative writing at the University of Illinois Springfield.

Because colorism is a form of degradation steeped in visual perception, engagement with visual art has been a necessary and fruitful evolution in the overall mission. Dr. Webb will discuss historical and contemporary imagery that has constituted colorism’s warped mirror and articulate how the exhibited artworks serve as speculative mirrors that offer alternative avenues of selfperception. CAB Art Gallery, 5270 Randall Pkwy. uncw.edu/cabartgallery THE JOY OF PLEIN AIR “The Joy of Plein Air: Laurie Greenbaum Beitc” will be presented by Art in Bloom Gallery at Pinpoint Restaurant in partnership with Checker Cab Productions. For Wilmington based artist, Laurie Greenbaum Beitch, painting is about the process of capturing the atmosphere and colors of serene and magical places. In her work, Laurie tries to evoke a mood, to create a feeling of light and of atmosphere by experimenting with different materials and techniques. Each of her gorgeous, velvety pastels are painted en plein air (the act of painting outdoors) so that she stay true to the location’s beauty, tranquility, and fragility. The art exhibit continues through May 20, 2019. 114 Market Street SPIRITUALITY IN ART Mar. 11, 6:30pm: Spirituality & Art—An Evening with Grainger McKoy. An exhilarating evening as we welcome Grainger McKoy

to St. James. McKoy will share the amazing story of how his faith and spirituality has led him to become one of the worlds’ most celebrated wood carving artist. McKoy’s exhibition, “Recovery in Flight: The Sculptures of Grainger McKoy” is currently on display at the Cameron Art Museum. Do not miss the opportunity to see his incredible work in person before it closes on March 10. Reception begins at 6:30pm in the Great Hall, lecture begins at 7pm. St. James Parish, 25 S. 3rd St.

dance CAPE FEAR CONTRA DANCERS Come on out for two hours of energetic, contemporary American country dancing with live music. Dress cool & comfortable, softsoled shoes. All ages. 2nd/4th Tues, 7:30pm.

United Methodist, 409 S. 5th Ave. BABS MCDANCE CLASSES Group classes for all levels are designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced dancers! We will begin the class with the basics and instruct you through a few exciting dance moves! Mondays, 7pm: Waltz All Levels • Mondays, 8pm: Argentine Tango • Tuesdays, 7pm, East Coast Swing, 7pm.

• Tuesdays, 8pm, West Coast Swing. • Wednesdays, 7pm, Latin Variety Dances; 8pm: Country Western, all levels • Thursdays, 8pm: Shag Group Class: Levels 1 & 2, $10 per person, $15 per couple, $5 for military/students with ID. Babs McDance Social Dance Club & Ballroom, 6782 Market St.

Nomination round for encore’s readers’ choice awards is now closed.

Final voting begins March 6 and will run until April 3.

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ROSIE HERRERA DANCE THEATRE Mar. 13, 7:30pm: Wilson Center is thrilled to present “Make Believe,” the newest work of choreographer and dancer Rosie Herrera.

Rosie Herrera, a brilliant choreographer and creator, has put together a stellar group of performers. Known for its diverse ensemble, company performers come from a range of artistic genres including theater, performance art, opera, and contemporary ballet.

“Make Believe” uses religious iconography to explore themes of love and romance. It deconstructs what it means to believe in magic and how that bleeds into our constructions of spirituality, as well as our understanding of romance. Tickets: capefearstage.com. 703 N. 3rd Street

comedy OPEN MIC Wildest open mic in town ... anything goes. (except cover songs). Stand-up comedy, slam poetry, video, live music, odd talents— performances of all kinds. Hosted by 6-beer Steve. Sign up, 8pm, and runs all night.

Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. ILM, (910) 763-2223 daily after 3pm for details. www. jugglinggypsy.com.

GRUFF GOAT COMEDY First Wed. ea. month, Gruff Goat Comedy features Three Guest Comics Under a Bridge. No Trolls. Waterline Brewing Company, 721 Surry Ln.

PRIMETIME COMEDY See some of NC’s best stand-up comedians in a world class venue! This month’s talented performers: Brett Williams, Cordero Wilson, Grant Sheffield, Louis Bishop, and Tyler Wood. Hosted by: Wills Maxwell. N Front Theatre (formerly City Stage), 21 N Front St. LUCKY JOE COMEDY SHOW First Sat. ea. month is free show at Lucky Joe Craft Coffee on College Road presented by Regretful Villains. The show features a new style of stand-up called Speed Joking.

Come enjoy a night of laughs and find your Comedic Soulmate! 1414 S College Rd. LIVE RIFFING AND VINTAGE TV Every Wed. join Dead Crow Comedy for improv night. Join local comedians for a TV party at Dead Crow! An interactive improvised comedy show. 265 N. Front St. DAREDEVIL IMPROV COMEDY TROUPE DareDevil Improv Classes teach you the fundamentals of the funny! Learn to be more spontaneous, trust your instincts, and create one-of-a-kind comedy with an ensemble!

(And even if you’re not a “performer,” our classes are a great way to meet people and have a hella good time!) Details and signups: daredevilimprov.com. Hannah Block Community Arts Center, 120 S. 2nd St. DEAD CROW COMEDY ROOM Mar. 8-9, 7pm/9:30pm: Chris Gethard is the star of “The Chris Gethard Show” and the host of the popular Earwolf podcast “Beautiful Stories from Anonymous People.” Chris

FR EE! Downtown Business Alliance, Cool Wilmington and Wilmington Parade Committee Presents

Saturday, March 16, 2019 Downtown Wilmington Parade 11:00am 12:30pm Featuring 2019 Grand Marshals The Cape Fear Region First Responders

PARADE & FESTIVITIES 2019 Non-profit supported group Nourish NC - Please visit their website and learn how this group supports our local community.

Donations will be accepted at Review Stand.

In lieu of the Festival, we ask that everyone patronize our local downtown business as many of them still are working to recover from the storm of last year.

For more info go to www.WilmingtonParade.com

Parade kicks off at 11:00am, starting at N.Front and Hanover St., heading South on Front St. ending at Dock St.

BEER. ARTS. FOOD. MUSIC.

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LITTLE EXPLORERS: On Mar. 14-15 Halyburton Park’s Little Explorers program will focus on Springing Into Spring: Green in Nature. Cost is only $3 and available for kids ages 2-5. Stock photo

starred in the Mike Birbiglia film, “Don’t Think Twice,” and can be seen as ‘Todd’ on Comedy Central’s “Broad City.” Other credits include “Inside Amy Schumer,” “Parks and Recreation,” “The Office,” and the film “The Heat.” Chris is also the author

of “A Bad Idea I’m About to Do” and “Lose Well.” His first stand-up album (“My Comedy Album”) debuted at #2 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart in 2014. Schedule subject to change/tickets: deadcrowcomedy. com. 265 N. Front St.

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Some of those fad favorites like the Rubik’s cube and 1960s Liddle Kiddle dolls are on exhibit along with toy figures from fast food kids’ meals. Explore toy history in custom label books. Play, create, and imagine in Cape Fear Museum’s newest exhibit, PlayTime! Engage with museum educators in these short, drop-in programs. Activities change weekly and may include puzzles, games, blocks, and more. Adult participation is required. Fun for all ages! Free for members or with general admission • Camera Collections! With today’s smart phones and digital cameras, photography is everywhere. Until the invention of the camera in 1839, there was no way to instantly capture the environment around you. In less than 200 years, cameras have progressed from complicated contraptions only used by professionals, to simple boxes with a roll of film anyone could operate, to handheld computers that create digital images shared with the world. 86 cameras and 145 photographic accessories showcases changes in technology and styles, from late 1800s-early 2000s. capefearmuseum.com. $8/adults, $7/seniors, college & military, $5/ youth. CF Museum, 814 Market St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM WB Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 yr. history of WB. (910) 256-2569. 303 W. Salisbury St. \ wbmuseum.com.

BECOMING AMERICAN Six-week dcumentary film and discussion series on immigration from Cape Fear Museum and the New Hanover County Public Library. Film shown every Sunday at 2:30 p.m. through Mar. 3 that delves into various aspects of how immigration has molded America. Free. Main Library, 201 Chestnut WILMINGTON RR MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, espeSt. www.nhclibrary.org cially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquarCF MUSEUM PLANETARIUM tered in Wilmington for 125 years. Interests Mar. 9, 2pm: Free for members or with genand activities for all ages, including historical eral admission. Our future on Mars depends exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling on discoveries from the past! (approx. 27 stock, lively Children’s Hall, and spectacular min.). Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. model layouts. House in an authentic 1883 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. By reservation, discounted group tours, caboose birthday CAMERON ART MUSEUM parties, and after-hours meetings or mixers.

On exhibit: “A Time When Art Is Everywhere: Story Time on 1st/3rd Mon. at 10:30am, only teamLab,” an art collective and interdisci$5 per family and access to entire Museum. plinary group of programmers, engineers, Admission only $9 adult, $8 senior/military, CG animators, mathematicians artists and $5 child, ages 2-12, and free under age 2. architects, creates digital artworks that 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634. www.wrrm.org. bridge art, science, technology, design and LATIMER HOUSE the natural world. Designs are immersive inVictorian Italiante style home built in 1852, terpretations deeply rooted in Japanese art, the restored home features period furnishaesthetic and history. Through Sept. 8, 2019. ings, artwork and family portraits. Tours ofCAM Café open and serving delicious menu fered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. with full bar, 5pm-9pm. Tues.-Sun., 11amWalking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am.

2pm; Thurs. nights, 5pm-9pm 910-395-5999. $4-$12. Latimer House of Lower Cape Fear cameronartmuseum.org. 3201 S. 17th St. Historical Society is not handicapped accesCAPE FEAR MUSEUM sible 126 S. Third St. Hundreds of toys and games are on view BURGWIN-WRIGHT HOUSE in PlayTime!—classics, like Lincoln Logs, 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum toy soldiers, an Erector set and a Mr. Potato in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, Head, and even old faves like wooden tops, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored blocks and dolls. Remember those toys that, with 18th and 19th century decor and garfor whatever reason, we just had to have? dens. Colonial life is experienced through

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historical interpretations in kitchen-building and courtyard. 3rd/Market St. Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Last tour, 3pm. 910-762-0570. www.burgwinwrighthouse.com.

plorers program theme. Our nature themes will be brought to life through stories, songs, games, hikes, and other hands-on activities. Please dress for the weather(including closed-toe shoes) to be ready for outdoor fun! This is an extension of our current Little Explorers classes for those who would still like to sign up for these popular programs.

Space is limited and pre-registration is required. $3/participant.. Wintery Wonders: 3/16, 3/30, 4/13, 10-10:30am, ages 2-5, $3/ person. Day-use area right of Picnic Shelter # 2. Halyburton Park, 4099. S. 17th St.

BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters dur- INDOOR OBSTACLE COURSE ing the occupation of Wilmington. Now a muMar, 6, 10am & 2pm: Ages: 5 & under. $5 per seum, it focuses on history and the design child (included with general admission). No arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions pre-registration required. Over and under, and an informative look at historic preservadown and around. Test your speed ad have tion in action. 910-251-3700. www.bellamyfun using large motor skills! Fit For Fun, 302 mansion.org. 503 Market St. S. 10th St. BATTLESHIP: FIREPOWER CIRCLE TIME GAMES Mar. 9, 8am: A top to bottom exploration of Mar. 8, 10am and 2pm: Ages: 5 & under. $5 the Battleship’s firepower systems. Learn per child (included with general admission). how the early computers and radar found No pre-registration required. Children are inand tracked targets, where ammunition vited to enjoy early literacy activities through was stored, how the 16-inch, 5-inch, 40mm, books, songs, finger plays, and rhymes. Fit 20mm, 1.1 guns were loaded and fired. The For Fun, 302 S. 10th St. day-long program includes lunch. Battleship ULTIMATE TEEN TIME NC, 1 Battleship Rd. battleshipnc.com Mar. 8, Apr. 12, May 10: 6:30pm: Ages: Middle School Students. Program is offered on the 2nd Friday of the month. Free. Preregistration is required. Space is very limited so please register early. Activities include SNAKE AND TURTLE FEEDING sports, XBox, karaoke, board games, reA brief presentation about the live animals on freshments and more. Maides Park, 1101 display in the events center and then watch Manly Ave. 910.341.7867. Register online them feed. At least one snake and turtle will webreg.wilmingtonnc.gov be fed during the demonstration. Ages: 3

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and up. First Wed. of every month. Cost: $1. CIRCLE TIME GAMES Halyburton Park, 4099 S. 17th St. Mar. 8, 10am: Ages: 5 & under, $5 per child (included with general admission). No preLITTLE EXPLORERS registration required, 10am-10:30am / 2pmAges 2-5: Bring your kids to the park and dis2:30pm. Children are invited to enjoy early cover nature through stories, songs, handsliteracy activities through books, songs, finon activities, hikes and crafts. Your children ger plays, and rhymes. Fit For Fun, 302 S. will delight in the many nature themes we ex10th St. plore each month. Space is limited and pre-

registration is required for these popular pro- PARACHUTE PLAY grams. $3/participant. Springing Into Spring, Mar. 12, 10am: What’s not to love about paraGreen in Nature, 3/14-15, $3/person, 10chute play? This kind of fun is a family affair!

11am • What Does a Tree Need? 3/28-29, Get ready to move, jump and shake around 10-11am • Amazing Animal Acrobats, 4/11and watch the parachute go wild! Ages: 5 12, 10-11am • Homey Habitats, 4/25-26, 10& under, $5 per child (included with general 11am. • Little Explorers Out and About: Mar admission). No pre=registration required. 10 7: Color Science (at MLK Center, 401 South am - 10:30 am / 2 pm - 2:30 pm.

8th St.) • Mar 14: Little Einsteins (at HemenCREATURE FEATURE way Center, 507 McRae St.) • Mar 21: Water Mar. 13, 10am-noon: Silly Snakes, ages: 5 & Worlds (at MLK Center) • Mar 28: Weather under. $5 per child/adults: Free. Come get Wonders (at Hemenway Center. Halyburton an up-close view of the animal St. Patrick Park, 4099. S. 17th St. drove out of Ireland, according to legend.

CF MUSEUM LITTLE EXPLORERS Children will have the opportunity to see, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am, free. Meet touch, and learn about silly, slithery snakes. your friends in the Museum for fun hands-on Fit for Fun Center, 302 S. 10th St. activities! Enjoy interactive circle time, conSPRING EGGVENTURE duct exciting experiments and play games Apr. 18, 9am-noon: Join the eggcitement at related to a weekly theme. Perfect for chilHalyburton Park. Programs and activities for dren ages 3 to 6 and their adult helpers. Mar the day inclulde Animal Eggs, and Nests.

1 & 2: Old Stuff; Mar 8 & 9: Color Science; Egglympics, Story time, and Spring Nature Mar 15 & 16: Little Einsteins; Mar 22 & 23: Hike. Space limited and pre-registration reWater Worlds; Mar 29 & 30: Weather Wonquired. Egg Hunts will take place at 9:30, ders. Cape Fear Museum, 814 Market St. 10:30, and 11:30 for children age 2-3-4-5NATURE IN A NUTSHELL and 6-9. Total 9 egg hunts. $5/participant.

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experience, this is the best time to sight dolphins in the bay. RSVP: 910-200-4002 or wbst3000@gmail.com. WB Scenic Tours, 275 Waynick Blvd.

recreational WALK WITH A DOC Join us the 3rd Saturday of every month at 9am for a fun and healthy walk—held at the Midtown YMCA. Each walk beings with a brief physician-led discussion of a current health topic, then he/she spends time walking, answering questions and talking with walkers. Choose your own pace and distance. Free and open to anyone. YMCA Midtown, George Anderson Dr. WB SCENIC TOURS Thurs., 10:30am: WB Scenic Tours birding boat cruise of Masonboro Island and Bradley Creek. Guided eco-cruises are educational boat tours designed to increase conservation awareness about local wildlife and sensitive coastline habitats in New Hanover County. Topics explained during the boat ride will include: salt marsh function, wetland plants, and strong emphasis on shorebird/water bird ecology and identification.

Birding tours are best when scheduled at low tide. • Sunset Tour of WB, Thurs., 5pm: Sunset with Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours departs from the Blockade Runner Dock.

Routes vary with season, weather, and whim on the Basic Sunset Cruise but may include Masonboro Island, Bradley Creek, Money Island or some other combination. Water, marsh, Shamrock, sunset – it’s a simple combination but very satisfying. Also, from

HIKES AND BIRDING First Friday bird hikes, ages 5/up; free. 3/1, 4/5, 9-10:30am: Bird-watch around Halyburton Park the first Friday of each month. We’ll search for migrants, residents, and point out year-round species too. These walks are for beginner birders and all are welcome. • Greenfield Lake Hike, 2/28, 8am-noon, 16 and up, $10. • Abby Nature Preserve, 3/21, 8am-noon, 16 and up, $10. • Holly Shelter Gamelands, 4/11, 8am-3pm, 16 and up, $10. Halyburton Park, 4099. S. 17th St. FENCING TOURNAMENT Mar. 9, 9:30am: The Cape Fear Fencing Association will be hosting the Battle of the Ironclads fencing tournament on March 9th, 2019. Events fenced will be Open foil at 9:30 am, Open epee at 12:30 pm, and Open sabre at 3:30 pm. Possible competitors should see the tournament listing on askfred.net. Spectators are free and very welcome. Tileston Gym, 5th and Ann streets INDOOR OBSTACLE COURSE Mar. 6, 10am: Ages 5 and under. $5 per child (included with general admission). No pre-registration required, 10am - 10:30am / 2pm-2:30pm. Over and under, down and around... Test your speed ad have fun using large motor skills! Fit For Fun, 302 S. 10th St. MARCH MADNESSBEGINS!

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Mar. 9, 8pm: Come watch the Tobacco Road Rivalry! UNC vs. Duke! • We are kicking it off with the ACC tournament March 1216. Hell’s Kitchen is kicking off the big game on the big screen and 12 HD TV’s at 8pm.

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lectures/literary BOOK READING WITH MESHA MAREN Feb. 28, 7pm: Local author Wiley Cash will introduce Mesha Maren and her novel, “Sugar Run.” Set in 1989, Jodi McCarty is 17 and sentenced to life in prison. Released 18 years later, she finds herself at a Greyhound bus stop, reeling from the shock of unexpected freedom. Not yet able to return to her lost home in the Appalachian mountains, she goes searching for someone she left behind, but on the way, she meets and falls in love with Miranda, a troubled young mother. Free. Pomegranate Books, 4418 Park Ave. YOGA FOR TWEENS Mar. 7, 6pm: Yoga for Tweens! A playful, casual and very active class encouraging tween to explore their creativity. Dynamic postures presented in a simple step-by-step format. No experience is necessary, and this yoga class is offered to tweens only, ages 11-14. Wilmington Yoga, 5329 Oleander Drive, Ste. 200 SPIRITUALITY & ART

Mar. 11, 6:30pm: The exhilarating evening will feature McKoy sharing the amazing story of how his faith and spirituality has led him to become one of the worlds’ most celebrated wood carving artist. McKoy’s exhibition, “Recovery in Flight: The Sculptures of Grainger McKoy” is currently on display at the Cameron Art Museum. Do not miss the opportunity to see his incredible work in person before it closes on March 10. St. James Parish is located at the corner of Market and 3rd St. downtown Wilmington.

25 S. 3rd St. REVOLUTIONARY POETS Mar. 7, 7:30pm: A poetry reading and an open mic at the Jamaica House in Wilmington. Home of the Perform Slam Movement, the Sam Sharpe Poetry Reading is dedicated to revolutionary thinkers performing revolutionary poetry for the people and to lovers of freedom expressing themselves.

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classes/seminars ADULT CRAFTERNOONS New monthly meet-up for adults who enjoy crafting. Drop in on the first Monday afternoon of every month at the Northeast Library. A different usable craft project will be featured each month. Free program, with all supplies provided by a Friends of NHC Library LEAD Award. Reserve spot on calendar at www.NHCLibrary.org or 910-7986371. Librarian Annice Sevett: asevett@ nhcgov.com or 910-798-6371. 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. CRAFTEEN MINI GARDENS Crafty teens are invited for snacks and miniature garden making at Northeast Library.

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Children are losing their connection with nature and this workshop will teach you different ways to connect them with nature again. By connecting children with nature through play, we have a greater chance of affecting change in future adult consumers. Free! • Apr. 30, 9am-4pm, 16 and up: Alligators Workshop: Alligators and humans are both occupying the same habitat in Southeastern North Carolina. This program will discuss the behavior and biology of alligators. We will begin at Halyburton Park and then venture to Lake Waccamaw State Park to observe alligators in the wild.

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S. 17th St. ACCESS BARS CLASS Mar. 9, all day: What if you could change your whole life in just an hour, all while lying down and relaxing? Thousands of people all over the world already have and Access Bars practitioner and teacher, Aubrey Clay, will be offering an all day, intensive workshop that will certify you with a new set of healing tools that you can use on yourself and those around you. All levels of experience in healing, metaphysics, spirituality, and paths are welcome $350 for first time ($175 for anyone who is re-taking the course). 8 CEUS for continued education class. Register: Aubrey Clay, 630-2920216. accessconsciousness.com. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy

ARIES (Mar. 21–April 20)

Genius inventor Thomas Edison rebelled against sleep, which he regarded as wasteful.

He tried to limit his time in bed to four hours per night so he would have more time to work during his waking hours. Genius scientist Albert Einstein had a different approach. He preferred 10 hours of sleep per night, and liked to steal naps during the day, too. In my astrological opinion, Aries, you’re in a phase when it makes more sense to imitate Einstein than Edison. Important learning and transformation are happening in your dreams. Give your nightly adventures maximum opportunity to work their magic in your behalf..

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

The Danish flag has a red background emblazoned with an asymmetrical white cross. It was a national symbol of power as early as the 14th century, and may have first emerged during a critical military struggle that established the Danish empire in 1219. No other country in the world has a flag with such an ancient origin.

But if Denmark’s Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, who’s a Taurus, came to me and asked me for advice, I would urge him to break with custom and design a new flag—maybe something with a spiral rainbow or a psychedelic tree. I’ll suggest an even more expansive idea to you, Taurus: create fresh traditions in every area of your life!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

On June 7, 1988, Gemini musician Bob Dylan launched what has come to be known as the Never Ending Tour. It’s still going. In the past 30-plus years, he has performed almost 3,000 shows on every continent except Antarctica. In 2018 alone, at the age of 77, he did 84 gigs.

He’s living proof not every Gemini is flaky and averse to commitment. Even if you have flirted with flightiness in the past, I doubt you will do so in the next five weeks—on the contrary. I expect you’ll be a paragon of persistence, doggedness, and stamina.

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The otters at a marine park in Miura City, Japan, are friendly to human visitors. There are holes in the glass walls of their enclosures through which they reach out to shake people’s hands with their webbed paws. I think you need experiences akin to that in the coming weeks. Your mental and spiritual health will thrive to the degree you seek closer contact with animals. It’s a favorable time to nurture instinctual intelligence and absorb influences from the natural world.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Between 1977 and 1992, civil war raged in Mozambique. Combatants planted thousands of land mines that have remained dangerous long after the conflict ended. In recent years, a new ally has emerged in the quest to address the problem: Rats are trained to find the hidden explosives so human colleagues can defuse them.

The expert sniffers don’t weigh enough to detonate the mines, so they’re ideal to play the role of saviors. I foresee a metaphorically comparable development in your future, Leo. You’ll get help and support from a surprising or seemingly unlikely source.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Imagine a stairway that leads nowhere; as you ascend, you realize at the top is not a door or a hallway, but a wall. I suspect, lately, you may have been dealing with a metaphorical version of an anomaly like this. But I also predict, in the coming weeks, some magic will transpire that will change everything. It’s like you’ll find a button on the wall that when pushed opens a previously imperceptible door. Somehow, you’ll gain entrance through an apparent obstruction.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

Not all of the classic works of great literature are entertaining. According to one survey of editors, writers, and librarians, Goethe’s “Faust,” Melville’s “Moby Dick” and Cervantes’ “Don Quixote” are among the most boring masterpieces ever written. Most experts agree that they’re still valuable to read. In that spirit, and in accordance with astrological omens, I urge you to commune with other dull but meaningful things. Seek out low-key but rich offerings. Be aware unexciting people and situations may offer clues and catalysts you need.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

Many Scorpios regard secrecy as a skill worth cultivating. It serves your urge to gather and manage power. You’re aware information is a valuable commodity, so you guard it carefully and share it sparingly. The predilection sometimes makes you seem understated, even shy.

Your hesitancy to express too much of your knowledge and feelings may influence people to underestimate the intensity that seethes within you. Having said all that, I’ll now predict you’ll show the world who you are with more dazzle and flamboyance in coming weeks. It’ll be interesting to see how you do that as you also try to heed your rule that information is power.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Sagittarian actress and producer Deborra-Lee Furness has been married to megastar actor Hugh Jackman for 23 years. Their wedding rings are inscribed with a motto that blends Sanskrit

and English, “Om paramar to the mainamar.”

Hugh and Deborah-Lee say it means, “We dedicate our union to a greater source.” In resonance with current astrological omens, I invite you to engage in a similar gesture with an important person in your life. Now is a marvelous time to deepen and sanctify your relationship by pledging yourselves to a higher purpose or beautiful collaboration or sublime mutual quest.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

In 1997 a supercomputer named Deep Blue won six chess matches against Chess Grand Master Gary Kasparov. In 2016 Artificial Intelligence called AlphaGo squared off against human champion Lee Sodol in a best-of-five series of the Chinese board game Go. AlphaGo crushed Sodol, four games to one, but there is at least one cerebral game human intelligence still reigns supreme: the card game known as bridge. No AI has as yet beat the best bridge players. I bring this to your attention, Capricorn, because I am sure in the coming weeks, no AI could out-think and out-strategize you as you navigate your way through life’s tests and challenges. You’ll be smarter than ever. P.S.: I’m guessing your acumen will be extra soulful as well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

At regular intervals, a hot stream of boiling water shoots up out of the earth and into the sky in Wyoming’s Yellowstone National Park. It’s a geyser called Old Faithful. The steamy surge can reach a height of 185 feet and last for five minutes. When white settlers first discovered this natural phenomenon in the 19th century, some of them used it as a laundry. Between blasts they’d place their dirty clothes in Old Faithful’s aperture. When the scalding flare erupted, it provided all the necessary cleansing. I’d love to see you attempt a metaphorically similar feat, Aquarius: harness a natural force for a practical purpose, or a primal power for an earthy task.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Who was the model for Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting “Mona Lisa”? Many scholars think it was Italian noblewoman Lisa del Giocondo. Leonardo wanted her to feel comfortable during the long hours she sat for him, so he hired musicians to play for her and people with mellifluous voices to read her stories. He built a musical fountain for her to gaze upon and a white Persian cat to cuddle. If it were within my power, I would arrange something similar for you in the coming weeks. Why? Because I’d love to see you be calmed and soothed for a concentrated period of time; to feel perfectly at ease, at home in the world, surrounded by beautiful influences you love. In my opinion, you need and deserve such a break from the everyday frenzy.

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support groups WILMINGTON PRIDE YOUTH GROUP Grades 7-12: Wilmington Pride Youth Group is a safe space for youth who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their straight allies. An adult supervised, safe space for kids to talk about orientation, gender, racial equality, political consequences, religion, self care. Also a great opportunity to meet and socialize with peers from the greater Wilmington area.

Meets Thurs., 7pm. Needed: youth facilitators, especially those who are trained to work with kids, and speakers to talk about important topics. wpyg2016@gmail.com.

ANXIETY / OCD SUPPORT GROUP Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd. Building B. Christopher Savard, Ph.D., with Cape Fear Psychological Services, gives a presentation the 1st Thursday of each month. 3rd Thursday meeting is member led. Everyone 18+ welcome. 910763-8134 MS SUPPORT GROUP Those with MS, families and friends welcome. Meets 2nd Thursday each month, 7 p.m., 1st floor conference room, New Hanover Rehabilitation Hospital, 2131 S. 17th St., Wilmington (behind Betty Cameron Women’s Hospital). Sponsored by Greater Carolinas Chapter, National MS Society. Details: Anne, 910-232-2033 or Burt, 910-3831368. New Hanover Regional Medical Center, 2131 S. 17th St. LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP Meets third Saturday each month. Free; drop-ins are welcome. Group provides participants an opportunity to receive introductory info about lupus, encourage the expression of concerns, provide an opportunity to share experiences, encourage and support positive coping strategies, and emphasize the importance of medical treatment. Guest speakers, DVD presentations and open group discussion. info@lupusnc.org (877) 849-8271, x1. lupusnc.org. NE Library, 1241 Military Cutoff Rd. PFLAG First Mon/mo. at UNCW, in the Masonboro Island Room #2010, 7pm.

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