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The Doctor’s In Etta May brings her stand-up to Thalian Hall this weekend

BREAKING STORY, p. 6: This season may bring tourists of a very different kind.

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thE dOCtOr Is In! dr. Etta May at thalian, pg. 10 Be sure to enjoy the humor and wit of Dr. Etta May, standup comedian from the Southern Fried Chicks tour. She’ll be arriving at Thalian Hall’s main stage this week for a healthy dose of good, old-fashioned humor, disguised in the form of a seminar about all-things family. Win tickets to her show by checking out our Facebook page or tuning into the Penguin with editor Shea Carver on Wednesday mornings, 9:30. Photo by Paul Atkinson.

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6 breaking news! Roving reporter Zach McKeown gets the dish on the latest infestation against our coastline, scheduled to hit April 1.

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

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upcoming shows around town during the week, including B.o.B. at UNCW; Patti Wilson interviews Wilmington Unplugged’s upcoming Oscar-winning artists, Mandolin Orange.

16-19 soundboard: See what bands and performers are playing in venues all over town.

20-21 film: Bethany Turner gets the scoop on UNCW’s upcoming Visions Film Festival; Anghus geeks out over “Paul.”

22 art: Lauren Hodges talks taxes and artists just in time for Uncle Sam Day!

23 gallery guide: Find out what exhibitions are hanging at local galleries.

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ey, matt!”

“Hey Gwenyfar, what’s up girl?”

“I’ve got a weird request; it’s part of the ongoing ‘Find a Gift for Jock Project.’”

“What’re you looking for?”

“You remember Fela? Afro-beats ‘70s, Nigerian.”

“Of course I do! He had a harem—like six wives!

Didn’t he die of AIDS?” “Yes, he did, but one of his sons has been touring with the band, and they have put out an album. I need that. You know Jock was in Nigeria during the Biafra conflict? Anyway, I don‘t know the son‘s name or the current band‘s name.”

“Seun Kuti & Egypt 80. We can order it for you— have it here next week?”

Variations of this conversation happen about 30 times a day in Gravity Records on Kerr Avenue.

Matt Keen and Eric Parson, the guys of Gravity Records, are a treasure that defies description. There is nothing they can’t find, and the prices completely destroy any myth that small business is more expensive.

When I started stocking my Literary Jukebox, I wanted a special set of radio dramatized Shakespeare—which is every play he wrote, even the ones no one sees.

Not only did Gravity get it for me, they beat the evil Amazon’s price by $200! When I walked in and asked Matt to track down a specific recording of the play “Under Milkwood”—the only recording with Dylan Thomas in the cast—he didn’t flinch but put it in my hand in less than a week.

Several times a year, I walk in the door with the regular lament: “I need gift ideas for my dad and for Jock!

Help! I need new ‘old guy music!’” From hard-to-find concert films and documentaries, to current artists’ paying homage to the songwriters my guys miss, Gravity has always come through. Recently they have started

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posting this on their Twitter Account: “@GravityRecords: #ilm public service announcement: iTunes is NOT local. @GravityRecords IS! Support your local economy.”

Needless to say, it grasped my attention. So, I decided to interview the fellas to discuss living local. e: You have started a Twitter campaign: “iTunes is not local!” It got our attention; tell us about that.

Gravity Records: We have. They in no way contribute to our local economy via tax revenue or support of the local arts. We do. iTunes isn’t personal. It isn’t going to engage in a dialogue with its customers as to what they are listening to, and what they may or may not like. iTunes can’t tell you a band is out on tour or coming to Wilmington. iTunes won’t have an exclusive bonus poster, or limited edition 7” to go with your purchase. iTunes can’t tell you that a band is in the studio working with your favorite producer or what not. iTunes can offer you an inferior-sounding piece of audio with no liner notes, and no experienced opinion as to the quality of the recording or the song writing or lyrics, etc. iTunes isn’t talking to these bands via social networking or phone or e-mail everyday like we do. We have established quite a few connections and friendships with artists and labels throughout the country. iTunes can’t host a touring band for a free live performance. Gravity Records can and does. e: You do a big trade in vinyl and turntables.

GR: We buy, sell and trade vinyl. We also repair, refurbish and sell turntables. There isn’t anybody else in Wilmington actively offering this service.Matt mostly does the turntable repair. He charges no bench fee to look at your record player. If it’s fixable then we can dis-

cuss the price, and whether it is worth it or not to repair rather than replace the unit. e: You seem to have a strong social media campaign.

Have you seen measurable results from that?

GR: Facebook has helped us immensely, as far as local sales go. It has helped us to stay in-touch with our customers, as well as bands and labels that we had no way of doing before. Twitter on the other hand has seemed to build our name as to our musical opinion and knowledge on a more national scale. We have been mentioned/ featured on Pitchfork Media’s sister site, AlteredZones, multiple times now. We have had tons of blog-hype bands contact us about playing in the shop. We are a well-respected name in the music scene—much more so than our sales in Wilmington would suggest. e: What is the strangest special-order item you have found for someone?

GR: Macho Man Randy Savage rap album for a customer. It is terrible! But we got it for the customer.

We have built quite a network of fellow stores that we can call and check if they happen to have an outof-print item on their shelves. e: So, you sell used items as well. What is the most surprising item you have bought over the counter?

GR: We have found numerous photographs, letters of resignation from employees of psych wards, random paraphernalia and assorted weirdness that we can’t mention.

Shop Gravity for upcoming Record Store Day, April 16th; they’ll have tons of exclusive limited-edition releases for sale.

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from behind winter cloud cover to bake the sand of our beaches to a perfect, warm crust. Natives can finally emerge blinking from their artificially heated dwellings and hit the beach for a swim, a tan and some long awaited summer fun. But this year an added element of terror is looming toward our coastline, and the head of one government agency may be all that stands between a summer of lovely tan lines and the greatest threat to Wilmington beaches in recent history: the Siafu ant.

Dr. Red W. Dancer, head of the Center for Entomology Control (CFEC) in Washing D.C., first looked into the threat when his close friend, an African prince—who Dancer was negotiating a transference of a small fortune from the prince’s home country to the United States—began to mention a curious phenomenon amidst his usual demands for Dancer’s bank account information: “so lick i was sayin, youll get to keep like a billion dollars if you give me your account and i— whoa hang on, theres all these ants outside! where are they going? whatev. so i

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“I thought it was strange,” Dr. Dancer commented. “Normally, the prince is really focused on getting my personal information, so for him to have noticed some ants, must have been a really significant migration. I decided to look into it.”

From that point onward, Dancer began to catalogue dozens of bizarre reports of a massive migration of African ants known as Siafu. By piecing together the flood of information, the doctor determined that the Siafu left their home nest in an effort to find a new food source, as they are known to do at this particular time of year. But, instead of foraging for food, the ants followed a strange, winding path that eventually led them to, of all places, the western coast of Africa.

Dancer explained, “We’re talking about billions of ants here – they migrate in a column that can stretch for miles. Now imagine

UNWANTED PESTS: A rogue group of African Siafu ants will ivade Wilmington April 1st. Photo courtesy of CFEC.

all of these ants following maybe a dozen leaders at the head of the line that completely forgot where they were going, but are far too embarrassed to just admit their mistake, so they eventually end up marching straight into the ocean.”

“Scientifically speaking,” he added, “It was weird.”

As strange as the story was, however, nothing could have prepared the doctor for what happened next. The Siafu, seemingly frustrated and having traveled too far to reasonably go home, plunged headlong into Atlantic waters. One by one, billions of ants dove headfirst into the surf, which by all accounts should have been the end of this bizarre story. In a horrifying twist, the ants began to rise to the surface.

“They could float,” remarked a visibly shaken Dr. Dancer. “The Siafu. They float.”

Over the course of the next few hours the ants, upon bobbing to the surface, began to “clump,” forming groups by linking together their legs and mandibles. In nearly no time, not only had the Siafu formed a singularly huge, floating mass, but they had seemingly mastered both propulsion and a form

of steering by kicking thousands of their tiny legs in unison. Only six hours since the leaders of the column blindly led their colony into the Atlantic Ocean, the mass of Siafu departed the coast of Africa, kicking wildly in a westerly direction.

“No one expected them to survive, you know, so we didn’t think we had to do anything about it,” Dancer explained.

“We thought they would drown within hours—they didn’t. We thought a wave or something’d separate them; it didn’t. We thought fish would eventually pick them all off—didn’t happen. The Siafu ate two Tiger sharks. We don’t even know how.”

Bloated on shark flesh, the waterborne colony paddled day and night onward towards the western horizon. “The chances were good that they were going to hit South America or Canada or somewhere we don’t care about, you know?” Dancer said. “Bam! Not our problem! But no! Our complacency and detached sense of curiosity kept us from alerting the Navy while they still could have helped. And now... and now...”

Only days away from the beginning of tourist season, Wilmington beaches lie directly in the path of this mammoth, lost colony of African ants. At press time, a steering committee headed by Dr. Dancer (CFEC) and Jim Cantore from the Weather Channel were headed to the Port City to get some answers.

Do these foreign visitors come with good intentions? Will they provide pest control during the summer months? Will they infest our beaches with massive colony structures? Do they have money to stimulate the local economy? Until landfall, at approximately 10 a.m. on April 1, all of these questions remain shrouded in mystery. Wilmington can do little more than wait with bated breath for the arrival of millions of tourists of a very different kind.

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newsoftheweird LEAD STORY Gen. Than Shwe of Myanmar, leader of Asia’s most authoritarian regime, made a rare public appearance in February but dressed in a women’s sarong. Most likely, according to a report on AOL News, he was challenging the country’s increasingly successful “panty protests” in which females opposed to the regime toss their underwear at the leaders or onto government property to, according to superstition, weaken the oppressors. (Men wear sarongs, too, in Myanmar, but the general’s sarong was uniquely of a design worn by women.) An Internet site run by the protesters urges sympathetic women worldwide to “post, deliver or fling” panties at any Burmese embassy.

The Continuing Crisis The “F State’s” Legislature at Work: Florida Senate Bill 1246, introduced in February, would make it a first-degree felony to take a picture of any farmland, even from the side of the road, without written permission of the land’s owner. (The bill is perhaps an overenthusiastic attempt to pre-empt campaigns by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.)

Though Florida faces a serious budget short-

fall, another Senate bill, 1846, would authorize the state to borrow money for golf courses and resorts in at least five state parks and would require that the courses be designed by golf legend Jack Nicklaus’ firm. (Update: SB1846 was too excessive even for Florida and was withdrawn.)

No Sense of Shame: Nurse Sarah Casareto resigned in February from Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, and faced possible criminal charges, after allegedly swiping the painkiller fentanyl from her patient’s IV line as he was undergoing kidney-stone surgery (telling him once to “man up” when he complained about the pain). Karen Remsing, 42, stands accused of much the same thing after her November arrest involving an unspecified pain medicine delivered by IV at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Children’s Hospital.

However, Remsing’s case was different in that the IV line being shorted was that of her own, terminally ill, 15-year-old son.

New Orleans clothing designer Cree McCree, an ardent environmentalist, ordinarily would never work with animal fur, but the Louisiana state pest, the nutria (swamp rat), is culled in abundance by hunters, who

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leave the carcasses where they fall. Calling its soft-brown coat “guilt-free fur that belongs on the runway instead of at the bottom of the bayou,” McCree has encouraged a small industry of local designers to create nutria fashions and in November went bigtime with a New York City show (“Nutriapalooza”). Now, according to a November New York Times report, designers Billy Reid and Oscar de la Renta are sampling nutria’s “righteous fur.”

Bright Ideas In late 2010, a Georgia utility contractor discovered an elaborate “Internet-controlled network of web-accessible cameras” and three shotguns aimed into a food-garden plot on a Georgia Power Company right of way (as reported by the Augusta Chronicle in January). The Georgia Wildlife Resources Division and U.S. Homeland Security took a look, but by then, the structure had been moved. (Homeland Security speculated that the set-up was to keep feral hogs away from the food stock.)

Principal Angela Jennings of Rock Chapel Elementary School in Lithonia, Ga., resigned after an investigation revealed that she had temporarily unenrolled 13 students last year for the sole purpose of keeping them from annual statewide tests because she feared their scores would drag down her school’s performance. (When the test was over, Jennings re-enrolled them.)

The resignation, effective in June, was revealed in February by Atlanta’s WSB-TV. Artists Adam Zaretsky and Tony Allard told AOL News in February of their plans to create “bio-art” based on an epoxy-preserved “glob” of feces excreted by the counterculture novelist William S. Burroughs (who died in 1997).

The pair would isolate Burroughs’ DNA, make copies, soak them in gold dust, and, with a laboratory “gene gun,” shoot the mixture into blood, feces and semen to create “living bioart.” (Zaretsky was less certain when asked what was actually being produced, suggesting that they may call their work a “living cut-up

literary device” or just a mutant sculpture. Zaretsky is a Ph.D. candidate at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Allard is a college professor in San Diego.)

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Questionable Redemption: For two philanthropic gifts totaling $105,000, Jim Massen, 80, a retired television repairman and farmer in Windsor, Ontario, has perhaps salvaged his good name, overcoming a 1990 guilty plea (and one-year jail sentence) for molesting three teenage boys. The gifts, acknowledged in February, mean that a scoreboard clock, an administrative office, the street leading to the complex, and a walking trail will all be named for him.

Theory of Evolution: Last year, the highly qualified agriculture expert Ricardo Salvador was passed over by Iowa State University to run its Center for Sustainable Agriculture, even after the person who finished ahead of him declined the job. According to a June Chronicle of Higher Education report, Salvador had committed an unpardonable faux pas during the hiring process by stating the obvious fact that cows everywhere, historically, eat “grass.” (Since Iowa’s dominant crop is corn, “grass” was the wrong answer.) When a Chronicle reporter asked the dean of Iowa State’s agriculture school whether cows evolved eating grass, the dean said she did not have an “opinion” about that.

People Different From Us Over the last 10 years, newspaper vendor Miljenko Bukovic, 56, of Valparaiso, Chile, has acquired 82 Julia Roberts face tattoos on his upper body all, he said, inspired by scenes from the movie “Erin Brockovich.” On Feb. 21, Jessica Davey, 22, of Salisbury, England, saw that her car had been wrongly immobilized with a boot.

Angry at probably missing work, she locked herself in the car, thus impeding the tow truck, and remained for 30 hours, until a parking inspector dropped by and removed the boot.

Least Competent Criminals Not Ready for Prime Time: Arkeen Thomas, 19, broke into a home in Port St. Lucie, Fla., in March, but the residents were present, and the male resident immediately punched Thomas in the mouth, sending him fleeing. (Minutes later, a woman identified as Thomas’ mother arrived, picked up her son’s gold teeth that had been knocked out, and left.) In March, Briton Luke Clay, 21, was sentenced to eight months in prison by a Nottingham Crown Court judge for a home invasion. Luke and his brother fled the home empty-handed after the resident, Joan Parmenter, 79, knocked Luke down with one punch to the jaw.

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is like taking a mini vacation from your life,” comic-of-the-year Etta May says. And for Wilmingtonians, that tiny hiatus is coming this Saturday, April 2. Though she is with the Southern Fried Chicks tour, May is making a solo stop in Wilmington to perform her stand-up, “Dr. Etta: Family Specialist.” She’s kicked Dr. Phil and Dr. Laura aside to start her own therapy practice, because no matter what the problem may be, Dr. Etta has already “been there, done that” so to speak—and laughing along the way, of course.

Though she hasn’t always been a professional comedian—her first career in front of an audience was driving a school bus full of unruly children— she’s come a long way. The realization that she could do stand-up hit her at a club one night.

“I wanted to be special,” May said. “I wanted to be great at something that not everybody can do. I wanted to break out of my ordinary life, my ordinary family legacy.”

After a cousin she admired suffered breast cancer, May decided to give it a go. “Why not take some chances?” May remembers asking herself.

“What’s the worst that can happen?” She tried her way in Hollywood for a while, scoring her first acting job on Showtime’s award-winning show “Brothers.” She kept doing stand-up while taking on a few more roles but eventually decided to leave the West Coast. She relocated to Lexington, Kentucky, and from there she prospered into the hilarious woman some of us have come to love

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laughing with today.

“I like to watch people laugh,” she says. “They look so funny and sweet at the same time.” And her knack for softening even the hardest wellto-dos comes without breaking a sweat. May recalls seeing men in her audience likely to scare Charles Manson break face, watching their anger melt away. “They almost look like little kids when they laugh.”

In a pit stop in Wilmington, she will perform her two-act routine, where the ‘Dr.’ in front of her name stands for “Dang right!” Posing as a seminar, during the show May shifts audiences back to her childhood, as she explains just how she came to be the woman she is today. “There were some stories I had in me that I needed to get out, but they weren’t right for the comedy club,” May says.

Throughout the first act she touches on items of interest like the “…tions” of marriage, one of them being aggravation. May slips into a bit about snoring, telling the ladies of the audience to read the directions carefully on nose strips: “Those strips aren’t used to tape your husband’s mouth and nose shut!”

She also delves into the “…tions” of children (intoxication, impregnation, broke-ation), and even shares tales of the playground, where she remembers how tough children were because of what they played on, like the jungle gym—“welded, rusted pieces of metal with bolts sticking out!”

The stories she tells are real and relatable, and

side-splitting hilarious. But humor isn’t only her likeability factor. On May’s stage, she connects with the audience, so when they leave, they know more about themselves. Even fols who think they couldn’t possibly have anything in common with Etta often learn otherwise; by the end of the show, people are singing her tune, often approaching the comedian and expressing, “I’ve had something like that happen to me, too!”

“I think Southern comics are more storytellers,” May shares. “We tell stories about our lives, and I think it’s easier to get close to an audience when you’re a storyteller and not just a joke teller. People feel much more connected. Most comics talk at their audience. In my show I like to give the feeling that I’m talking with [them]. I try to connect and really look at the people. For the most part [they] just want to be seen, to be acknowledged.”

With a supporting family behind her—“[My kids] brag about me to their friends at school,” she says—Etta May is very proud of where she is today. Even through life’s many trials and tribulations, her stories stand as a testament to her fortitude. Even the stories that have her coming out on the losing end have led her here, to this career in stand-up.

Whether in need of some therapy or just a good dose of humor, Dr. Etta will deliver the perfect medicine. “It’s a show that will make you laugh, and the next second make you cry and then laugh again.” Tickets are available through etix.com or through Thalian Hall’s Box Office 910-632-2285.

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The show opens with a fairly hysterical couple, Ken and Chris (Kevin Wilson and Brandy Jones), trying to get a doctor on the phone.

Someone has been shot, but they don’t want anyone to know it. The “someone,” as it turns out, is their best friend Charlie and their host for the evening, the deputy mayor of New York. The other guests begin arriving, as the setup unfolds.

It’s Charlie and Myra’s 10th wedding anniversary—but the servants are gone, so is Myra, and, though not fatal, Charlie has a bullet in him. Len and Claire (Chris Maxie and Pamela Grier) appear next. Len is Charlie’s accountant, and Claire is his unpleasant rich wife.

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Ernie and Cookie Cusak (Brandon Leatherman and Rhoda Gary) bring to life a truly sickeningly sweet couple: He is a shrink and she has a cooking show and no brains. They are strangely, they most likeable and genuinely human characters in the play.

The Coopers (Daniel Marks and Amanda Young) arrive late, apparently because they have been fighting since they got up that morning. He is running for NY state senate, and therefore does not want to be involved in any hint of scandal. She is determined that he has been having an affair, consequently is miserable and only picks fights with him and everyone else.

In true Neil Simon style, everything that can go wrong does at this dinner party—short of a house fire. Rumors abound! The crux of the show is that all of the couples (except the Cusaks) are struggling with some degree of marital unhappiness. As it turns out, Simon’s greatest successes (“Lost in Yonkers,” “Biloxi Blues,” “Laughter on the 23rd Floor” and the list goes on…) are autobiographical. Thus, “Rumors” made its debut during the time that Simon’s third marriage was ending.

Directed by Tony Moore, (local playwright, actor and director), this show has the stamp of someone with a clear vision and, more importantly, a director who gets comedy. He moves the actors around the stage and on and off purposefully; there is no feeling of lost actors massing together onstage for lack of blocking. As a writer Moore brings his keen understanding of subtext and innuendo to the script. Though Simon is funny, it is only because we see our own foibles and miscalculations magnified in his writing. Chris is trying to quit smoking, and the stress of this situation has driven her to the point of smoking a Q-tip; Cookie has thrown her back out yet still cooks for everyone because it will drive her crazy to watch everyone else make a mess of it.

The rumors each character believes motivates their actions and drives us, the audience, to examine our own mistakes from acting upon false information. Moore has a great eye for casting and has brought together a

SOLID HIT: Brandy Jones and Pamela Grier star in Big Dawg’s latest Neil Simon production, ‘Rumors,’ directed by Tony Moore. Courtesy photo.

truly talented group of comedians. Under all the stress these characters are facing, the actors are having a great time on stage—so, consequently, is the audience.

The Cape Fear Playhouse, Big Dawg’s theater in the Castle Street Art and Antique District, is an intimate space. One of the challenges of this show is that it requires a set with an “upstairs” that the actors walk to in order to access the residential part of the mansion.

Doug Dodson, scenic designer and technical director of Big Dawg, had his work cut out for him with such a small theater—and he came through goldenly.

Additionally, all of the characters (except for the police at the end) are supposed to be attending a black-tie dinner party. Cape Fear Formal Wear (long-time community theatre supporters) costumed the men in this production, solving the problem of finding four actors who already own tuxedos.

This is truly an ensemble production wherein every cast member works beautifully together.

They make each other look good, and the laughs work. From sight gags to repetitious comedy, they have nailed the pacing and the timing for the show.

The night I attended, there was a full house, all of whom leapt to their feet for a muchdeserved standing ovation—an ovation that praises the high caliber of live, local theatre in our area. This show is a great example of all the elements coming together: good script selection, strong design and technical work, support form community partners, talented cast and strong directorial vision. Several additional performances are already sold out, so call for reservations early.

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Oh, Sleeper The Soapbox • 255 N. Front Street March 30th, 7 p.m. $10 or $13 for underage Metalheads will be rocking out to Oh, Sleeper at The Soapbox on March 30. Fans of Bullet For My Valentine and Avenged Sevenfold can resonate with the Texas-based band’s intense, guitar-heavy sound paired with roaring vocals. Impressively acceler-

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ated instrumentation is key throughout all of Oh, Sleeper’s ballads, earning them success with over a million plays on their MySpace for dark songs such as “Vices Like Vipers.”

In 2009 the band’s album “Son of Morning” peaked at #120 on the Billboard Top 200 and #46 on the Rock Albums chart.

From Oh, Sleeper’s tough sound, some might be surprised to learn that they are a Christian band with religiously symbolic lyrics, much in the way of other faith-inspired metalcore bands like Underoath and The Devil Wears Prada.

B.o.B. UNCW Trask Coliseum April 1, 7 p.m. $23-$28 • www.etix.com He’s been nominated for five Grammy Awards, won a Teen Choice Award, has collaborated with artists like Weezer’s Rivers Cuomo and Paramore’s Hayley Williams,

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and he’s only 22. He is Bobby Ray Simmons, known by his stage name, B.o.B. The accomplished hip-hop artist will be gracing UNCW’s Trask Coliseum on Friday, April 1.

Born in Winston Salem, NC, B.o.B. rose to fame in 2010 for his acclaimed hits “Airplanes” and “Nothin’ On You.” His debut album released the same year, “B.o.B Presents: The Adventures of Bobby Ray,” earned high sales that propelled him to a number one spot on the Billboard charts in three different categories. It also gained the respect of both fans and critics with positive reviews.

On the album, B.o.B. displays his diverse musical styles through rapping and singing on a well-balanced combination of heartening, fun anthems likened to styles of Lupe Fiasco and Kanye West.

Opening up for B.o.B. will be Play Boy Tre and DJ Jason Smith.

Easy Star All Stars Soapbox • 255 N. Front St. April 5, 8 p.m. $13-$15 Not many bands would have the courage to cover musical geniuses like Pink Floyd, the Beatles and Radiohead; nor would they be able to do it well. The esteemed Easy Star All Stars, however, have been able to effectively combine reggae with classic rock anthems and will be jamming out at The Soapbox on Tuesday, April 5.

Upstarted in 1997, the band, which rotates musicians and singers regularly, re-

UNCW SPRING CONCERT: B.o.B. takes over UNCW Trask Coliseum on April 1st. Tickets are still availalble for $23-$28. Courtesy photo.

leased their first tribute CD in 2003, “Dub Side of the Moon.” They followed up with the albums “Radiodread” (which Radiohead itself praised) and “Lonely Hearts Dub Band,” which made history as the first reggae album in two years to twice top the Billboard Top 200. All Stars craftily incorporate a form of reggae that is fused with jazz, ska and dub undertones for an entrancing and unique sound.

The three original cofounders, Michael Goldwasser, Eric Smith and Lem Oppenheimer, have managed the band since its inception and have paved the way for the band to play in over 25 countries throughout the years.

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duo won the Oscar for Best Original Song. The moment their song, “Falling Slowly,” was announced, Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova became instant household names, solidifying the modern-day power of the girl-meets-boy musical twosome. Following the success of other famous couples, like Captain and Tennille, Sonny and Cher, Ike and Tina Turner and Johnny Cash and June Carter, instrumentalist Emily Frantz and songwriter Andrew Marlin joined forces to form the folk sensation, Mandolin Orange.

A couple of years ago, Frantz and Marlin met at the Armadillo Grill during a bluegrass free-for-all hosted by Big Fat Gap in Carrboro, NC. From there, they started experimenting and playing together at a couple of pickup gigs. It wasn’t until March 2009, performing at a house concert in Plymouth, NC, did they consider their time together on stage as a legitimate act. They started breaking down blues covers, as well as a few original tunes, and then the name came a few months later.

Marlin supplies the mandolin in Mandolin Orange. He learned to strum by writing his own material, and he’s a self-taught guitarist who holds the pen for the duo’s songwriting.

Frantz adds sweet harmonies and rhythms on guitar and fiddle, with the occasional lead vocal. She imitated others and took lessons from teachers to mold her passion for music. Together, their dedication and talent is echoed through their instruments.

The band’s debut full-length, self-produced album, “Quiet Little Room,” is a testament to their chemistry. Heartfelt lyrics and mellow arrangements make the record a composition of rustic Americana. Frantz and Marlin’s voices blend together amid acoustic guitar melodies and subtle electric guitar chords, while the fiddle flows in and out.

Taking a pause from recording their new album, Emily Frantz and Andrew Marlin took a moment to tell encore how one plus one comfortably equals two. e: While growing up, what was the major draw to music?

Emily Frantz: I grew up singing my heart out to Disney tunes in the car. Along the way I was force-fed Suzuki violin lessons, which I couldn’t be happier about in retrospect. I started choosing to play music when I was invited to fiddle in a bluegrass band in high school, which definitely is influenced by North Carolina and the South.

Andrew Marlin: I grew up listening to all the women-folk in my family play piano, mainly

one has been a blast and a success. What he’s doing for local and regional musicians is invaluable.

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e: Do you feel that Mandolin Orange has made a name for itself yet, or are there steps that still need to be taken?

EF: We’re super excited about the path we’re on and the experience we’re having.

We couldn’t ask for better support from fans, listeners, other bands and promoters in this region.

old hymns and the occasional ragtime number from my grandma. I bought a guitar when I was 14 and immediately took to classic rock, gradually gravitating toward folk music.

Emily and I both grew up in NC, so bluegrass and folk styles have probably influenced us for our whole lives. e: Where do you get the inspiration and material for songwriting? How has writing as a duo changed your writing style?

AM: As far as songwriting inspiration, I don’t have a go-to method or system. It helps when I’m writing the songs to know how they will be delivered. Emily has great arrangement ideas, and that’s where the songs take on more of a duo identity. e: What was it like recording ‘Quiet Little Room’? What did you take from that experience to apply to future albums?

EF: [It] was recorded mostly at Rubber Room Studios in Chapel Hill, with just the two of us present—producing, engineering and playing all the parts. It was an intense work environment, and we were very happy with the sounds that came out of it.

The second album, which is mostly all recorded, has a very different approach.

We’re working closely with Jeff Crawford and James Wallace of Arbor Ridge Studios, who are also our bassist and drummer. We did a lot of live tracking with them over the span of a week last December, up in a cabin in Franklin, NC. This album has much more of a collaborative feel, but maintains parallels with the first one. Release date for this one is early fall; we can’t wait! e: Wilmington Unplugged has been supporting local musicians for a couple of years, and they are presenting your show at WHQR. How did you get involved with them?

EF: We hooked up with [coordinator] Billy Mellon through a friend of ours, Big Al Hall [musician local to Wilmington]. We played Shakori Hills [GrassRoots] Festival with Big Al in spring 2010. This is the fourth show we’ve worked on with Billy since, and each

Wilmington Unplugged will present Mandolin Orange Saturday night at the WHQR Gallery, downtown Wilmington. Due to reserved seating selling quickly, rumor has it there could be a follow-up performance Sunday April 3. Be sure to check in on their Facebook page.

EVOLVING IDENTITY: Don’t miss traditional folk sounds of the NC duo Mandolin Orange, playing this week. Courtesy photo.

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MISS FORTUNE —Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224 UNCW BIG BAND —Beckwith Recital Hall, Cultural Arts Building, Randall Dr., UNCW Campus; 962-3415 BLIVET —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 MOUNTAIN FEIST —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 EASTBOUND —Harbor Masters, 315 Canal Dr., Carolina Beach; 458-28200 SINGLEFIN, GUARD THE VAN —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 ROOTSOUL PROJECT —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 TOM P —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 DIRTY MEGA DANCE PARTY —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 THE GREATER THE RISK, HEAVY LIVING —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616

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MONDAY, APRIL 4 THE SELEKT —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 BRETT JOHNSON’S JAM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 PENGO WITH BEAU GUNN —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 DJ RICHTERMEISTER —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 PAPADOSIO —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 KERSTEN CAPRA —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 OPEN MIC NIGHT —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 REDEMPTION —Liquid Room, 23 Market St.;910-343-3341

TUESDAY, APRIL 5 ACOUSTIC JAZZ PIANO WITH JAMES JARVIS — Circa 1922, 8 N. Front St.; 762-1922 KARAOKE WITH JULIAN — Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 CAPE FEAR BLUES JAM — Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 KARAOKE — 16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 INDIE MUSIC NIGHT — Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

DJBE EXTREME KARAOKE — Edge Lounge, 1219 S. 5th St., 815-6969 EASY STAR ALL STARS, THE GREEN, CAS HALEY — Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 DJ EYECON — SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401 TRIVIA WITH DUTCH FROM 94.5 THE HAWK — The Coastal Roaster, 5954 Carolina Beach Rd.; 399-4701 COLLEGE NIGHT KARAOKE — Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666

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//FILM

unlike any other

Student-run VISIONS Film Festival offers international undergraduate cinema

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its fifth year celebrating the works of talented undergraduate students, it hosts international films, including selections from Europe and Australia, as well as those made from UNCW graduate filmmakers. To top if off, it is run entirely by UNCW students as well.

What began as a directed independent study (DIS), born from professor Shannon Silva’s idea to create a course that allowed students to plan their own annual festival, grew into something much more important. Silva knew young undergrads would be nervous about entering their works to compete with more experienced filmmakers.

“Even student film festivals often program graduate work which can have more funding and applied experience than many undergraduates have access to at this time in their lives,” Silva explains.

Thus, she asked UNCW’s Department of Film Studies to offer the course. Silva says the university is very supportive of hands-on learning experiences, and so the class was

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Friday, April 1 Free welcomed by the department. In the beginning, VISIONS programs screened on the opening day of Cucalorus, Wilmington’s independent film festival. It has since gained enough of a following to become a stand-alone event.

“As the DIS established itself and support for VISIONS grew,” Silva explains, “I was able to pitch the idea to faculty that the event could be an international festival and conference that celebrated undergraduate film studies and was a truly wonderful representation of all that we strive for with our program.”

This year VISIONS is not only the first international undergraduate film festival but also introduces a scholar conference in which students will present research papers on varying topics. All of the presentations were hand-selected by undergraduates

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LOVE + FILM: Filmmaker and UNCW alum Joselyn McDonald presents “Latrinalia,” her documentary on bathroom grafitti and the tribulations of human kind. Courtesy photo.

within the VISIONS course. UNCW student Jacob Mertens will present his analysis of famed director Michael Snow.

“I had a class, History of Avant-Garde Cinema, and we watched one of Snow’s films, ‘Wavelength,’” Mertens explains. “My professor said it was basically a 45-minute zoom from one end to the other. I thought I was going to hate it, but by the end I was leaning forward in my seat. I was completely enthralled.”

Mertens’ strong reaction captivated his interest to further explore Snow’s work. After watching “SSHTOORTY,” as recommended by his professor, Mertens realized a love for avant-garde cinema. He knew he wanted to help others expand their cinematic horizons, too. “In comparison to narrative cinema, avant-garde is not covered a lot in film criticism,” he says. “but it’s just as rewarding a viewing experience.”

The scholar conference will be broken into two segments. The first begins at 10 a.m. and showcases five presentations, including Mertens’, while the second features four speakers and starts at 1:30 p.m. The film blocks are also divided in two. The first is set for 6:30 p.m., and the second follows at 8:30 p.m. Both segments will contain adult themes.

A highly entertaining and surprisingly enlightening film by Joselyn McDonald will be screened in the first block. Having studied film at UNCW, McDonald strove to approach her film vastly different. As other students presented concepts for their senior documentaries, all the films sounded similar. As her time to pitch an idea drew near, she remembered a leisurely

conversation with friends. “We were discussing obscure art forms, like train graffiti,” she shares. She then discovered a kind of art that had never been considered: bathroom graffiti.

“I saw a poignant poem, something about a boy,” McDonald remembers. “I realized these anonymous artists are doing it all by themselves and not for money. It was just weird enough to do.”

McDonald’s friends grew used to the director excusing herself to go to take pictures, and as her film developed, she had a personal revelation. “Everyone has seen terrible times, and they get better,” she says. “That’s human existence. Knowing this anchored me in feeling it will all be okay.”

Fifteen other student-made films will be shown during the festival, which takes place at Lumina Theater. All presentations and screenings are free and open to the public, starting at 9 a.m., with a speech from student Academy Award-winning filmmaker Isaiah “Izzy” Powers. In his keynote address, Powers will divulge his experiences as an undergraduate filmmaker and his steps to acquiring success.

Following his address will be a screening of the acclaimed animation “Dried Up,” which Powers co-directed.

Professor Silva is excited for the festival and provided advice to students as they reached out to almost 300 schools around the world,. She credits the young filmmakers for its success.

“I supervise and guide, but the leadership and work really comes from these 16 students. They have put their hearts and souls into making this the most exciting festival they can imagine. I’m blown away by what they’ve created. The program blocks are fun, thoughtprovoking, and controversial. I’m terribly proud of all they’ve accomplished this year.”

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strong comedic cast: ‘Paul’ entertains thanks to its actors

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geek. As a card-carrying member of the geek nation, I find myself at the dawn of a Golden Age—where San Diego Comic Con has transformed into a pop culture phenomenon, where comic-book characters are being transformed into major motion pictures at record pace. Today, books, comics, television shows, and stories of my nerd youth are being strip-mined by Hollywood.

“Paul” is the product of this current era of geek culture. The premise itself is derived from the science-fiction cinema of the 1970s and ‘80s. A friendly alien arrives on Earth, is captured by the government and tries to escape.

On his journey he meets some friendly travelers who try and help him find his way home—shades of “Escape from Witch Mountain” and “E.T. the ExtraTerrestrial.” That basic structure is stuffed with a handful of jokes, and a heaping helping of film and television references from every science-fiction property of the last 30 years.

Some of the jokes are obvious.

When Blythe Danner punches Sigourney Weaver in the face and exclaims, “Get away from her, you bitch!” most people will get the “Alien” reference.

When the guys go into a bar, and the band is playing the “Cantina Song,” most people will get the “Star Wars” reference. Even as a geek, I find myself growing weary of references. I understand the impact of “Star Wars,” “Star Trek” and “E.T.,” but I’ll be damned if I don’t get tired hearing about them on screen constantly.

“Star Wars” in particular has really turned into a sticking point for me. Sure, the movies were great when I was a kid, i.e. back when I judged a movie based on laser swords and dogfights in space. In hindsight, the “Star Wars” films are pretty damn boring. No one can argue the cultural significance of “a galaxy far far away.” But we can argue that science fiction and popular culture have become enslaved by the pointless devotion to some really mediocre films.

Modern filmmakers are so mired in reference and homage that they almost drown. I love Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, the British pair that has given us such cult classics as “Shaun of the Dead” and “Hot Fuzz.” But we could make a strong argument that the films they write and star in are the products of a creative culture that can only define itself with pop culture references. Fortunately, Pegg and Frost are the best at what they do and, therefore, manage to transcend the trend. However, I’m starting to wonder

by Anghus Paul

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utterly forgettable role. While the plot is recycled and the implications are stale, the cast does such a bang-up job of committing to the material that I ended up not really caring about its shortcomings. There aren’t a lot of laugh-out-loud moments, but I smiled a lot.

For some reason I enjoy Seth Rogen as a voice actor more than an onscreen presence.

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4/3: A biographical documentary film on the life of comedian Bill Hicks features archival footage and interviews with family and friends, including Kevin Booth. The filmmakers used a cut-and-paste animation technique to add movement to a large collection of still pictures used to document events in Hicks’ life. Nominated for a 2010 Grierson British Documentary Award for Most Entertaining Documentary.

GEEKS WITH ACCENTS: ‘Paul’ keeps the references and homages strong, but pulls through thanks to Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Courtesy photo.

if there’s more to my generation of creative types than regurgitating their childhood with pasteurized and processed innuendos.

In this go-round, Pegg and Frost play a pair of British science-fiction nerds who have made the pilgrimage to San Diego for Comic Con. Then, they hit the road to visit Area 51, the secret military base where many believe aliens are housed. They get more than they bargain for when they run into Paul (Seth Rogen). Paul is an outspoken and well-educated little troublemaker.

Paul is on the run from Agent Zoil (Jason Bateman), and a couple of bumbling junior agents played by the great Bill Hader (“Saturday Night Live”) and Joe Lo Truglio (“The State”). The government wants Paul for the kind of twisted experiments only faceless government agencies seem interested in and to learn the secrets of his powers. This is, of course, in direct opposition with Paul’s plans of living a long life.

What saves “Paul” is the cast. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are always entertaining and likable. Kristen Wiig (“Saturday Night Live”) does a great job in what could have been an

It’s odd when an actor is less likable with a visual component. Director Greg Mottola (“Superbad”) does an admirable job of making “Paul” a likable movie and character.

There’s a few inspired moments in the movie. It’s funny and somewhat fascinating to hear an alien and a devout Christian discuss the existence of a higher power. There are fleeting moments like this throughout the film. But for the most part, “Paul” is a by-thenumbers comedy that is saved by a strong comedic cast.

Another Year

Cinematique Thalian Hall Studio Theater 310 Chestnut Street 3/30 • 7:30pm, $7 Showing 3/30: “Rabbit Hole,” starring Nicole Kidman, Aaron Eckhart, and Dianne Wiest, Becca and Howie Corbett (Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart) are returning to their everyday existence in the wake of a shocking, sudden loss. Yet, the couple keeps trying to find their way back to a life that still holds the potential for beauty, laughter and happiness. 92 min. Rated: PG-13 for mature thematic material, some drug use and language.

Afghan Star

Lumina Theater, Fisher Student Center UNCW Campus • 601 S. College Road www.uncw.edu/lumina Thursday, 7pm • Free Sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, “Afghan Star” follows the uprise of pop culture in Afghanistan, where millions are tuning in to Tolo TV’s wildly popular “American Idol”-style series “Afghan Star.” When viewers vote for their favorites via cell phone, it is, for many, their first encounter with the democratic process.

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art and finances:

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Tax-time tips for the creative community

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T’S HARDLY WHAT COMES TO MIND

when one thinks of a career in the arts, but paying taxes are required of even the most bohemian lifestyles. It becomes a bit of a struggle when, as Wilmington CPA Marie Izzo puts it, “a creative brain encounters boring things like W2s and calculators.” Yet, she feels it is crucial for the community to have their paperwork in order when April 18th comes around (Washington, D.C., will celebrate Emancipation Day on April 15th, giving us leeway before relinquishing money to Uncle Sam). This week, she was gracious enough to share some tips on navigating tax season with ease.

1) Understand what makes you different!

Sure, every artist with his or her personality quirks and open-minded approach to life tends to stand out from the traditional working masses. But that’s not what matters to the IRS. Not many in the creative community have a file full of check stubs from their artistic endeavors. That is just one example of what sets them apart from the rest of the population during tax

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“Artists are a unique kind of taxpayer because so many of them are self-employed,” Izzo says. “It’s important for artists to know the tax laws that go along with being selfemployed.”

For instance, when an employer takes taxes out of a check, they take out Medicare and Social Security taxes. What they also do is match those amounts automatically with every transaction. Selfemployed people are required to make up that difference by taking out twice the amount themselves.

“Self-employed people are also required to pay taxes four times a year, instead of just on April 15th,” Izzo says. “Artists need to be aware of those dates, or they can get penalties.”

2) Keep track of your activities!

Since self-employed artists don’t have a time card to fill out, it is important that they find other ways to prove how their time is spent. “Keep receipts documenting everything from road trips to contest fees,” Izzo says. “Artists can not only deduct these expenses but use the receipts to show how much time they devote to their crafts.”

A musician, for instance, who has to be on the road to promote an album should have proof of hotel stays, gas purchases, food and any other expenses incurred on the trip.

Writers should have a receipt or confirmation code for any writing contests they enter or publishing costs they might have.

3) When receipts aren’t available, take other documentation!

Izzo understands that ink and paper aren’t always available along the way. There are several ways to prove time spent as a professional artist. “If there is a brochure or playbill for a performance, keep one in your records,” she says. “Flyers and posters work, too.”

In addition, Izzo states that a camera isn’t just a creative tool for photographers. Images of events or projects can also help when it comes time to prove your income.

“Take photos of a booth you had at a festival, a studio with your work in it, or even a home office,” she says. “If you have a way to prove what you’ve been doing all year to make money, it will keep you out of trouble.”

4) Be able to decipher between “hobby” and “profession”!

The IRS has very specific rules about what constitutes a job as opposed to a beloved past time. Artists must be especially diligent in proving their craft as a form of livelihood.

“Make sure you have business cards, a website, and proof of your workplace, if applicable,” she says. “It might be a different kind of business, but having the traditional business pieces really helps to legitimize you as a professional.”

5) Seek help when you need it!

Izzo’s final piece of advice is that if you do hit a snag, look around and realize that assistance is available. “Anyone in any industry can be audited,” she says, referring to those scary notices about money owed to the government. “So many people think they can go in and handle things on their own. But don’t face the IRS alone. Bring a professional with you. They know what you’ll need to bring, what you should say and how things can be handled so you don’t end up in trouble.”

Marie Izzo is a senior CPA at John Izzo Accounting and Tax Preparation. Their offices are located at 1430 Commonwealth Drive, Suite 204 and 120 Coppers Trail.

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Artfuel.inc 1701 Wrightsville Ave 910 343 5233 Mon-Sat, 12-9pm; Sunday, 1-6pm www.artfuelinc.com www.myspace.com/artfuel_inc Artfuel.inc is located at the corner of Wrightsville Ave and 17th street. Housed in an old gas station, we offer resident artists working in studios alongside a gallery space used to exhibit other artists work. We hope to connect artists with each other and offer many styles of work to fuel the public’s interest. Vol. 26: Works

by Zack Duff, Gabriel Lehman and Miranda Welborn. Show hangs for eight weeks.

Caffe Phoenix 35 N. Front Street (910) 343-1395 Monday-Saturday: 11:30am - 10pm Sunday Brunch: 11:30am - 4pm Currently exhibiting oil painting by Sarah Rushing which feature colorful local landmarks and area observations. The show will run through April 3rd.

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

Hampstead, NC “Beautiful; lots of variety.” “Love the place.” “Beautiful art work.” “Very nice.”

“Art rocks your socks, and you know that.”

These are just what a few customers had to say about Hampstead Art Gallery. Come and tell us what you thank.

Affordable prices on prints and originals.

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

Owner Charles Turner invites all artists and art lovers to just hang out in our new Artist Lounge any time. Look for our upcoming Expos and Open House. Hampstead Art Gallery is located in Hampstead on the corner of Factory Road next to CVS Pharmacy.

New Elements Gallery 216 N. Front St. (919) 343-8997 Tues-Sat: 11am-5:30pm or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com Check out our current exhibition, “Places Near & Far.” Enjoy images of both exotic and familiar destinations with our group exhibition exploring the theme of travel. Artists represented in the exhibition include Martha Bringhurst, Fred Budin, Todd Carignan, Warren Dennis, Kyle Highsmith, and Catherine C. Martin.

Sunset River Marketplace 10283 Beach Dr., SW (NC 179) (910) 575-5999 Tues- Sat. 10am-5pm Closed Mon. in winter sunsetrivermarketplace.com myspace.comsunsetrivermarketplace This eclectic, spacious gallery, located in the historic fishing village of Calabash, N.C., features fine arts and crafts by some of North and South Carolina’s most creative, successful artists.

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Wilmington Art Assoc. Gallery 616B Castle St. (910) 343-4370 www.wilmington-art.org Stop by the Wilmington Art Gallery, and enjoy two special events that will hang until April 20th: Jim Cooper is the featured artist who has depicted his visit to Monet’s gardens at Giverny into his colorful paintings.

Also shown are renderings of “Flowers,” created by many members of the Wilmington Art Association.

Mark your calendars for the 29th annual Spring Art Show and Sale which coincides with the Azalea Festival. The exhibit runs from April 8 -10 at Perry Hall, St. James Episcopal Church, 313 Dock St. in downtown Wilmington. This is the region’s largest and most prestigious juried art show with prizes totaling over $4,000 in cash and merchandise.

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Fox and Hound’s Play Action Platter offers sports fans tantalizing samples of their most popular appetizers, including Bavarian Pretzels and Grand Champion wings, all while enjoying their favorite tems on 25 large TVs

amERICaN BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA

A shortdrive from the beach, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza in Mayfaire Town Center is a fun, friendly neighborhood restaurant. Serving the best brick-oven pizzas around, Brixx also offers a fine selection of signature focaccia sandwiches, pastas, fresh salads and desserts. Stop in for a quick lunch, or kick back on the patio with one of 24 beers on tap or 14 wines by the glass. 6801 Main Street, Wilmington, NC 28405. (910) 256-9677.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Sat. 11am–1am; Sun. 11am – 11pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: 2-for-1 pizzas and apps after 10pm ■ WEBSITE: www.brixxpizza.com

BLUEWATER

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of sailing ships and the Intracoastal Waterway while dining at this popular casual American restaurant in Wrightsville Beach. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent seafood lasagna, crispy coconut shrimp and an incredible Caribbean fudge pie. Dine inside or at their award-winning outdoor patio and bar, which is the location for their lively Waterfront Music Series every Sun. during the summer months. Large parties welcome. Private event space available. BluewaterDining.com. 4 Marina Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC. (910) 256.8500.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 10am-11pm; Sat & Sun 10am - 11pm.

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

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CATCH

Serving the Best Seafood in South Eastern North Carolina. Wilmington’s Native Son, 2011 James Beard Award Nominee Chef Keith Rhodes explores the Cape Fear Coast for the best it has to offer. We feature Wild Caught & Sustainably raised Seafood.

Organic and locally sourced produce & herbs provide the perfect compliment to our fresh Catch. Consecutively Voted Wilmington’s Best Chef 2008, 09 & 2010.

Dubbed “Modern Seafood Cuisine” we offer an array Fresh Seafood & Steaks, including our Signature NC Sweet Potato Salad. Appetizers include our Mouth watering “Fire Cracker” Shrimp, Crispy Cajun Fried NC Oysters & Blue Crab Claw Scampi, Seafood Ceviche & Conch Fritters to name a few. Larger Plates include Plancha grilled Painted Hills Steaks, Blackend Red Drum Filet, Charleston Crab Cakes, Tempura OBX Scallops, Flounder Escovitch & Pan roasted Queen Trigger fish. Custom Entree request gladly accommodated for our Guest. (Vegetarian, Vegan & Allergies) Hand Crafted seasonal desserts from Alan DeLovely.

Full ABC Permits. 6623 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28405.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Fri 11am2pm and Mon. Sat. 5pm-9pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: North Wilmington ■ FEATURING: Acclaimed Wine List

CHRIS’ COSMIC KITCHEN

Serving breakfast all day as well as lunch and handmade cheesecake, Chef and Owner Chris Lubben loves to make many of his menu items from scratch.

Whether you’re in the mood for a fluffy 3-egg Omelet, Shrimp & Grits, Prime Rib Sandwich or Andes Mint Cheesecake, Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is your “Out of this World” Breakfast/Lunch Destination. Evening restaurant rental is available, as well as a Personal Chef service. Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is located at 420

Eastwood Rd, Unit 109, on the corner of Racine Dr. and Eastwood Rd. (910) 792-6720. Follow us on Twitter @CosmicKitchen.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST & LUNCH: 8am-4pm Tues-Sat.; Sun. Brunch 9am-2pm. Closed Mon. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Take out, call (910) 792-6720 ■ WEBSITE: www.CosmicKitchenOnline.com.

C.G. DAWGS

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 11am - 5pm.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ FEATURING: Lunch time delivery downtown

THE GEORGE ON THE RIVERWALK Drop your anchor at The George on the RiverWalk, your destination for complete sense indulgence. Watch the historic Cape Fear River unfold before you while you enjoy the best in Southern Coastal Cuisine. The menu combines elegance, creativity and diverse selection of steak, pasta, salad and fresh seafood, including the best Shrimp n’ Grits in town. Warm in the sun on the expansive outdoor deck sipping an exotic, colorful martini, or unwind at the spacious bar inside boasting extensive wine and martini lists along with weekday appetizer specials from 4:00pm6:30pm. Don’t forget to try downtown’s best kept secret for Sunday Brunch from 11am-3pm. You are welcome to dock your boat at the only dock’n’dine restaurant down-

town, grab a trolley, or enjoy our free, front door parking (ask for pass!) Why satisfy when you can indulge? Find the George on the RiverWalk at 128 South Water Street, 910-763-2052.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.thegeorgerestaurant.com

HENRY’S

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Sun. - Mon.11am-10pm; Tues.- Fri.: 11am - 11pm; Sat.: 10am - 11pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Daily blackboard specials.

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

HOLIDAY INN RESORT

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

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

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

KEFI

founded in 1981 by a group of friends, has a long-standing tradition as a favorite local watering hole. This Wrightsville-Beach eatery is open at 6am for breakfast, offering everything from omelets and pancakes, to shrimp and grits.

Take a break from the beach and visit Kefi’s, where their menu features a variety of salads and sandwiches. At night Kefi comes alive by serving dinner with a Southern flare. From the fried pickles appetizer to their the shrimp or oyster Po’boy to their nightly dinner and drink specials, there is something that will make your taste buds sing.

Full ABC permits. Located at 2012 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-3558.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: 6am-2am, seven days a week.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wrightsville Beach ■ FEATURING: Working Man’s Lunch for under $6 Mon.-Fri.. Lunch deliveries available in the Wrightsville Beach area.

■ MUSIC: Fri., Sat. and Sun. nights.

■ WEBSITE: www.kefilive.com

THE LITTLE DIPPER

Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue

dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines. The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington.

138 South Front Street. (910) 251-0433.

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

PINE VALLEY MARKET

Pine Valley Market has reigned supreme in servicing the Wilmington community for years, securing encore’s Best-Of awards in catering, gourmet shop and butcher. Now, Kathy Webb and Christi Ferretti are expanding their talents into serving lunch in-house, so folks can enjoy their hearty, homemade meals in the quaint and cozy ambience of the market. Using the freshest ingredients of highest quality, diners can enjoy the best Philly Cheesesteak in Wilmington, along with numerous other sandwich varieties, from their Angus burger to classic Reuben, Italian sub to a grown-up banana and peanut butter sandwich that will take all diners back to childhood. Served among a soup du jour and salads, there is something for all palates. Take advantage of their take-home frozen meals for nights that are too hectic to cook, and don’t forget to pick up a great bottle of wine to go with it. 3520 S. College Road, (910) 350-FOOD. ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon.-Fri. 10am-7pm; Sat. 9am-6pm.

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

MELLOW MUSHROOM

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

From the giant psychadelic ‘shroom located in the bar area to the Cadillac hanging on the wall, this restaurant is far from ordinary. The open kitchen brings live entertainment as pizza dough flies in the air. Their hand-tossed, spring-water dough brings new meaning to pizzas and calzones—healthy!! With 20 drafts and an array of microbrews, domestic and import bottles, Mellow Mushroom has an extensive beer list and full bar. 4311 Oleander Drive, (910) 452-3773.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: MonSat, 11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm.

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

■ MUSIC: Live jazz on Wednesdays.

■ WEBSITE: www.mellowmushroom.com

TEMPTATIONS EVERYDAY GOURMET

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

excellence. Recognized as Best Lunch Spot by WWAY in 2011, as well as having its chef, Michael Comer, touted among the top three best chefs in Wilmington, according to StarNews’ Taste of Wilmington 2010, Temptations offers two locations to serve Wilmingtonians. Located in Hanover Center for 25 years, signature items include their Homemade Chicken Salad and Turkey, Brie and Apple Sandwich, as well as their Porter’s Neck location’s Pimiento Cheeseburger. The Porter’s Neck location also serves an expanded dinner menu, which changes weekly.

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

■ SERVING LUNCH Hanover Center, 3501 Oleander Dr., Ste 13. Mon.-Sat., 11am - 6pm (Closed Sundays) ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER Porter’s Neck Center, 8207 Market St., Ste F. Mon.-Wed., 10am-8:30pm; Thurs.-Sat., 10am9pm. Dinner features begin at 5pm. (Closed Sundays) ■ NEIGHBORHOODS: Midtown and North Wilmington ■ WEBSITE: www.temptationseverydaygourmet.com ■ FEATURING: An expanded dinner menu, at the Porter’s Neck location, which changes weekly.

TROLLY STOP

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

The types of hot dogs include Beef & Pork, All Beef, Smoked Sausage, 98% Turkey, and Soy. Sausages include Bratwurst, Mild Italian, Spicy Beef and Polish Kielbasi. Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open seven days from 11am-4pm, late night hours are Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; (910) 3432999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach 11-5pm 7days a week, 6pm-9pm Sun-Wed, and 6pm-3am Th-Sat. (910) 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 452-3952. 11am-7pm Mon-Sun; South Howe St. in Southport, (910) 457-7017 (CLOSED FOR THE SEASON UNTIL EASTER WEEKEND); 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, (910) 458-5778; 1250 Western Blvd., Unit L-4 Jacksonville, (910) 228-0952, opened Mon-Sun 11am-9pm. Catering cart available all year from $300. (910) 297-8416.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Throughout the Port City ■ FEATURING: Dog friendly locations at Wrightsville Beach and Downtown Wilmington. Buy a hot dog, we’ll throw in an extra for your pooch. (Without bun.)

■ WEBSITE: www.trollystophotdogs.com

you, Big Thai features authentic Thai cuisine in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Their delectable menu includes items such as Pineapple Fried Rice with Cashews, Roasted Duck in Red Curry, and several options for vegetarians and vegans. And don’t forget to try their famous Coconut Cake, made fresh in-house. You won’t regret it. Big Thai One (1001 N. 4th St. in the Brooklyn Arts District; 763-3035): Lunch M-F, 11-2. Dinner M-Th 5-9, F-Sa 5-10, Closed Sun.. Big Thai Two (1319 Military Cutoff Rd. inside Landfall Center; 256-6588) ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Open for Lunch M-F 11-2:30; Dinner M-Th 5-9; F-Sa 5-10; Sun. 5-9.

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

SZECHUAN 132

Craving expertly prepared Chinese food in an elegant atmosphere? Szechuan 132 Chinese Restaurant is your destination! Szechuan 132 has earned the reputation as one of the finest contemporary Chinese restaurants in the Port City. Tastefully decorated with an elegant atmosphere, with an exceptional ingenious menu has deemed Szechuan 132 the best Chinese restaurant for years, hands down. 419 South College Road (in University Landing), (910) 799-1426.

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

HIRO jAPANESE STEAKHOUSE

What better way to celebrate a special occasion or liven up a dinner out than to dine in a place where every meal is an exciting presentation.

Knowing that a meal should be more than just great food, Hiro adds a taste of theatre and a amazing atmosphere to everyone’s dinning experience. Also serving sushi, Hiro surprises its guests with a new special roll every week and nightly drink specials to complement it. From 4-7pm enjoy half-priced nigiri and half-priced regular makimono. Nigiri makimono combos are only $7.50, while early-bird specials last from 4-6pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570. Please visit the Web site at hirojapanesesteakhouse.com.

■ SERVING: DINNER. Open Mon. thru Thurs. 4pm-10pm; Fri. and Sat. 4pm10:30pm; and Sun. 11am-10pm.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hibachi style dining.

■ WEBSITE: www.hirojapanese.net

INDOCHINE RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of BIG THAI AND BIG THAI enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such TWO Now with two convenient locations to serve signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted encore | march 30 - april 5, 2011 | www.encorepub.com 27

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

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Tues.- Fri. 11am- 2pm; Sat. 12pm - 3pm for lunch. Mon.- Sun. 5pm - 10pm for dinner.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.indochinewilmington.com

CARIBBEAN JAMAICA’S COMFORT ZONE

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

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Sun., 3pm.– 8pm; Tues.

- Sat. 11:45am – 9pm. Closed Mon. ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Breakfast served all day.

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

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FRENCh CApRICE BISTRO

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

■ SERVING DINNER: Sun.- Thurs. 5:00 - 10pm.; Fri. and Sat., 5pm - Midnight.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.capricebistro.com

OUR CRêpES & MORE

A family-owned French crêperie restaurant, Our Crêpes & More offers savory crêpes in a variety of flavors, from simple ham and cheese or exotic curry chicken, to sweet crêpes, like Nutella and fresh strawberries or fruit puree and whipped cream. They also offer a full menu of south-ofFrance-type subs, croissants, chocolate croissants, homemade sorbet and ice cream, including a homemade Nutella variety that will have customers coming back for more.

With prices ranging from $2.99 to $8.99, Our Crêpes & More offers breakfast, starting at 9 a.m. and serving delicious fair trade coffee, as well as lunch, afternoon treats or early dinner.

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER: Monday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Closed Sundays.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Vegetarian and gluten-free options. Free Wi-Fi ■ WEBSITE: www.ourcrepesandmore.com

Espresso. Panini. Martini. Rome and Paris meet Manhattan and San Francisco in this new EuroAmerican eatery and martini bar in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington. Nestled inside the Hotel Tarrymore on the corner of Second and Dock streets, Press 102 offers the finest espresso and French press coffee made exclusively from locally roasted beans and more Panini creations this side of Tuscany. Boasting more than a hundred different wine labels and an endless variety of freshly pressed fruit and herb inspired martini cocktails foodies also en- EDDIE ROMANELLI’S joy a sophisticated evening menu that includes is a family-friendly, casual Italian American shrimp and grits made with red-eye gravy and a restaurant that’s been a favorite of Wilmperfectly grilled New York strip bathed in a basil ington locals for over 16 years. Its diverse caramel and white balsamic reduction. Glass tile menu includes Italian favorites such as Mama and eclectic mirrors make for a cozy bar and Romanelli’s Lasagna, Baked Ziti, Rigatoni a la bistro seating at Press 102 and up to 60 guests Vodka and, of course, made-from-scratch pizcan also enjoy outdoor patio seating surround- zas. Its American influences include tasty burged by flowers and passersby. Large parties of ers, the U.S.A. Salad and a 16oz. Marinated up to 120 are welcome in the Veranda Room Rib Eye Steak. Romanelli’s offers patio dining overlooking Dock Street. (910) 399-4438. and flat screen TVs in its bar area. Dine in or ■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & take out, Romanelli’s is always a crowd favorDINNER: Tues. - Sat. 7am – close and ite. Large parties welcome. 503 Olde WaterSun. brunch from 10am til 2pm. ford Way, Leland. (910) 383.1885.

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Downtown ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: ■ FEATURING: Takeout Sun.- Thurs. 11am - 10pm.; Fri. & Sat. ■ WEBSITE: www.Press102.com 11am - 11pm 28 encore | march 30 - april 5, 2011 | www.encorepub.com

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■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Wilmington South.

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

GIORGIO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.giorgios-restaurant.com.

SLICE OF LIFE

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

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

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown, Downtown and Wilmington South.

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

lAtIN AmERICAN SAN JUAN CAFE

Offering the most authentic, gourmet Latin American cuisine in Wilmington. With dishes from countries such as Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Cuba you’ll be able to savor a variety of flavors from all over Latin America. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates! www.sanjuancafenc.com ■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat. 11am-2:30pm and from 5-10pm.

Open Sun from 5pm-10pm.

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

ORgANIC LOVEY’S MARKET

Lovey’s Market is a true blessing for shoppers

looking for natural and organic groceries, or just a great place to meet friends for a quick, delicious, and totally fresh snack. Whether they are in the mood for a veggie burger, a bean burrito or a chicken Caesar wrap, shoppers will find a large selection of nutritious meals on the a la carte café menu at Lovey’s. The food bar—which has cold salads and hot selections that can be eaten in the café seating or boxed for take-out—can be enjoyed all day long, while the juice bar offers a wide variety of juices and smoothies made with organic fruits and vegetables. Specializing in bulk sales of produce, grains, flours, beans and spices at affordable prices, Lovey‘s also carries grass-fed and free-range meats and poultry. Wheat-free, gluten-free, products are in stock regularly, as are vegan and vegetarian groceries and wholesome pet foods. For anything shoppers want that is not in stock, Lovey‘s will be happy to find it. Stop by Lovey’s Market Mon. through Fri., 9am to 7pm; Sat., 9am to 6pm; and on Sun., 10am to 6pm.

Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road; (910) 5090331.

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

■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Food bar featuring hot and cold selections.

■ WEBSITE: www.loveysmarket.com.

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

■ SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER: Mon-Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 9am-8pm ■ NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown ■ FEATURING: Hot Bar 11am-3pm, Salad Bar & Smoothie/Juice/Coffee Bar all day ■ WEBSITE: www.tidalcreek.coop.

SEAFOOd DOCK STREET OYSTER BAR Voted Best Oysters for over 10 years by encore readers, you know what you can find at Dock Street Oyster Bar. But we have a lot more than oysters! Featuring a full menu of seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes from $4.95-$25.95, there’s something for every-

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one at Dock Street. You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfortable in flip flops as you would in a business suit. Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington.

Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.

(910) 762-2827.

■ SERVING LUNCH & DINNER: 7 days a week.

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

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EAST

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

Our lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd. Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

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

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

■ WEBSITE: www.blockade-runner.com

HIERONYMUS

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

Voted “Best Seafood” in 2007. 5035 Market Street; (910) 392-6313.

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

■ WEBSITE: www.hieronymusseafood.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 wedding receptions, birthday gatherings, anniversary parties and more. Large groups welcome. Private event space available. Family-style to go menu available. 703 S. Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256.555.

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

■ WEBSITE: OceanicRestaurant.com

sOUTHERN CASEY’S BUFFET

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

(910) 798-2913.

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

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

est $2 and $3 drafts in town. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. (910) 791.9393.

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

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

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Serving up the best bar food for any local sports fan, Fox & Hound has appetites covered. Located next to Mayfaire Cinema 16, it’s no question that Fox is a great place to go on date night, or to watch the big game on one of the restaurant’s six large projection screens and 19 plasma televisions.

Guests can also play pool, darts or video games in this casual-themed restaurant.

For starters, Fox offers delicious appetizers like Ultimate nachos, giant Bavarian pretzels and spinach artichoke dip. In the mood for something more? Try the hand-battered Newcastle fish ‘n’ chips or chicken tenders, or the grilled Mahi-Mahi served atop a bed of spicy rice. From cheeseburgers and sirloins to salads and 12-inch pizzas, Fox has plenty to choose from for lunch or dinner.

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

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

HELL’S KITCHEN

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

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

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

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easy reading: Review of the first encore book club spring read

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do: I woke up before noon. Why? To make a hair appointment scheduled at eight in the morning. When my alarm clock rang out at seven, I stumbled out of bed, nearly died as I tripped over my sleeping dog and fought like hell to make my hair look tame before entering the public. This fight should have signaled flares, somewhere, that this was only the beginning of my day fit for a nightmare. For 20 minutes I was stuck behind a colossal Twinkie, otherwise known as a school bus, with tiny tots taunting me through the glass as they peered down into my windshield. Tongues stuck out, they fanned and wiggled their fingers beside their ears, and I hadn’t had my coffee yet.

Again: a nightmare.

Yes. I missed my hair appointment. Given the premise of last month’s book-club read, “Love and a Bad Hair Day,” at the pull of the first knot on my head, and at the sight of the first curly tendril that refused to stay put in my elastic band, I should have stayed in bed.

Over the month readers thumbed through the pages of Annie Flannigan‘s book, day-tripping through Verbena, North Carolina, where its residents practically made us family. Only one issue arose on its pages: Readers had to decide which family they wanted to belong to. “Love and A Bad Hair Day” centers around the O’Malleys and the Hadleys, whom for generations have been Verbena’s most famous and notorious feuding lineage.

First, we meet main character Jolene Hadley Corbett, owner of the only hair salon in Verbena.

Mostly, she spends her free time with her best

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friend, Emma, her son and her elderly grandmother. Her one salient characteristic: If she had a bad hair day, she was certain everything else would go terribly wrong. Cue the sudden the death of Howdy O’Malley, Verbena’s stingy manager of the town’s most popular hotel and all-day breakfast house South Winds Trav’O’Tel and All-Day Buffet, which spins Jolene’s happy and naïve world into tangled knots as her lifelong crush, Ryman O’Malley (Howdy O’Malley’s grandson) bolts back into town— and he’s not interested in hair. Instead, he’s ready to exact revenge by demolishng the South Winds forever, collapsing the local economy and finishing the families’ feud once and for all.

Like every chick-lit or rom-com, readers of “Love and a Bad Hair Day” can guess by the end of page 30 Ryman’s ideal demise of the Hadleys will not go as smoothly as he dreamed. Needless to say, Jolene’s feelings throw a wrench in Ryman’s coldhearted plans, which pay off in the future. That said, readers who were hoping for a country bumpkin’s backwoods version of “Romeo and Juliet” got their wish: an easy read, like a Sunday ride, where the main characters went beyond their hysterically overwhelming yet unimportant circumstances. There were no twists or turns here—not a single plot point readers couldn’t see coming a mile away, but as book worms wrote in, they certainly didn’t mind.

“At first, ’Love and a bad Hair Day’ didn’t appear to be all that special, or original for that matter,” wrote new club member, Kellie J., “but once I let my guard down and just enjoyed the work for what it was meant to be, silly and easy, the novel ended up becoming a lighthearted run with a vigor-

ous heroine and comical villains that almost seem too cute to be called ‘villains’ in the first place. Really, I’m not too much into chick-lits, but, on the flip side, I don’t think spring is a great time for reads, like you suggested previously, centered on the serious. It was a good choice to break down our winter wall.”

As many know, I’m not one to readily love chick lits either, but Kellie J. is right: “Love” was an admittedly enjoyable and entertaining read. Maybe because it was so ridiculous and silly, no one can not surrender to its absurdity. Either way, we should sport T-shirts that say, “I survived the Hadley-O’Malley Feud!”

“I found this novel somewhat similar to one of your top five novel choices of 2010 in a previous article you wrote,” book-club contributor Donna Lacroix noted. “Clyde Edgerton’s ‘Raney’ focused heavily on two people falling in love, but also having to work around and oblige their lives with the demands of their differing families. So, too, does, ‘Love and a Bad Hair Day.‘ You could on some level describe Flannigan’s piece (if you looked beyond a few editing typos) to be the trivial spring-time version of a serious tale of diametrically opposed lovers. We are promised nothing less and receive nothing more than a kind read. ” Though a tiny bit juvenile, “Love and A Bad Hair Day“ is a PG romance with a heavy emphasis on what makes families tick. With a light-hearted Southern speed highly appropriate for the pace of our Port City, Flannigan’s dysfunctional fairytale will definitely crack a smirk to all readers (men excluded).

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ax, also known as the Program

of Academic Exchange, is hoping to place 10 foreign exchange students with host families in the Wilmington area by the end of May. These students range in age from 15-18 years old and come from several countries, including Brazil, Germany, Italy, Japan and Spain.

Host coordinator Tracy Bickel has worked with PAX for the past 15 years, since her own children were small, and is enthusiastic about the program. “It has worked out well for me because I could stay home and recruit families to host the students,” Bickel said. “Plus PAX has rewarded my efforts with so many incentive trips. I have travelled all over the world and just recently returned from Cancun!”

The foreign exchange school program lasts 5-10 months and host families provide room and board. Perks to hosting a student are learning a new culture and language, if desired, and forming friendships that may last a lifetime.

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by Linda Grattaf demic Exchange Program of Aca www.pax.org “If the family hosts a student the same age as one of their children, who may be taking German or Spanish, there is an opportunity for a live-in tutor,” Bickel said. “A host who has no children can experience the role of a parent. These students sometimes become like a daughter or son, and the relationship lasts forever. It is common to hear host parents say, ‘When are you coming back? Invite me to your wedding!’”

A native New Yorker, Bickel also works with the Student Travel Exchange Program or STEP, a four-week program in Albany for Spanish students. The summer of 2012, she plans to facilitate this same program in Wilmington.

“It will be all fun—no schooling,” she said.

“There will be two activities a week—the

Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund-raiser Our goal is to raise $10,000 by April 30th to help our friends in Japan get through recent catastrophic events, leaving nearly 5,000 casualties and almost 15,000 missing in its wake. Make your dollar count!

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familial bondS: Above are the families and students from PAX’s 2011 program in Wilmington, NC. Courtesy photo from Tracy Bickel.

beach, the Battleship, Thalian Hall, cruises on the Cape Fear River and paddle boating at Greenfield Lake.”

Bickel is also hoping to make students aware of environmental groups, such as Cape Fear River Watch and their efforts to protect Wilmington’s natural resources.

“My experience with the students has been 98 percent good,” Bickel said. “Students and their families have to deal with some homesickness, medical problems and language barriers. We call it the ‘culture-shock curve.’ At first the students are infatuated with the whole idea of being in the States. During the holidays, some miss their families more than others. They’ve had to adjust to the family’s rules, food and behaviors.

Come springtime, the students have had time to form friendships and talk about their coun-

try to language classes and other groups in the community. There’s the prom and graduation, and the students are happy again.”

“Non from Thailand was one of those really loving people,” Bickel said, “and everyone in his community and host-family loved him back. He was an incredible chef and would cook for his family. We encourage all the PAX students to share their talents.”

There are many foreign exchange programs throughout the country that help support a global consciousness. PAX sites include Boston, Massachusetts, San Diego, California, Saint Augustine, Florida, and Guilford, Connecticut.

Secretary of State Hilary Clinton praises the exchange programs as “valuable for citizen diplomacy.” Many of the students want to return and attend an American college or university.

For more information about hosting a student through PAX, call Tracy Bickel at 910632-4293. Find out more at www.pax.org.

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I approached a door that had an actual knocker attached. Although it made the place look a bit more medieval, it was one of those mushed, wrinkled gargoyle faces with a nose-piercing serving as the actual knock.

Odd taste for this old friend, but it does flow with the rest of the exterior. Three stiff whacks should do.

Waiting for a response seemed like an eternity, as the sound of muffled footsteps and voices trickled from behind the door on the cool California evening; yet, I only had time to wonder if I was even at the right place before it crept open. An image slowly appeared, as if this whole scene was being filmed at 500 frames per second. At first something seemed wrong.

A proper figure emerged, very staunch and unemotional, and beyond the house seemed settled—certainly not the raucous pad I expected to belong to Mongo. I just knew I was at the wrong house—until familiarity caught up with years.

It’s always natural to reassess friends from the past upon seeing them for the first time in awhile. I mean, isn’t that what most of us do at high school reunions? By doing so, I came to the conclusion that something was vastly different, not physically—at least no more than changes any of us see over time—but in demeanor.

“Mongo you sonofabitch! How are ya?”

“H-hey it’s you! You really are here—god, it’s been a long time!” With that he closed in for the ever-awkward friendship bear hug. It was brief, and he pushed me back, still grasping my shoulders and looking me up and down, as if stuck in disbelief.

“Wow, I never thought you’d actually make it out this way. So what brings you?” he continued.

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As I started forward, though, Mongo reaffirmed his grip long enough for me to realize that this conversation wasn’t over. What happened next is one of those moments that will always be remembered because it redefined a friendship.

“I have something I need to tell you before we go inside,” he began.

“Well, I’m all ears. Go on.”

“OK, well, do you remember when I told you that there was a surprise for y—” Before Mongo could finish, the “surprise” interrupted.

Low at first, the whine turned into a steady audible cry that crescendo-ed in a miserable scream, filled with nothing more than anger.

Unbridled emotion that could only be the product of a child.

I reacted without thinking, a fight or flight emotion of sorts, and grabbed his shirt yanking Mongo from the doorway.

“A baby?! Do you have a fucking kid in there?

Mongo, man, what th’ hell? Jesus Christ! Are you married too?”

“Surprise,” he said, as his thick fingers lightly tiptoed over my own, prying apart the grip one appendage at a time. As he did so, I took the time to reconsider my initial reaction.

Probably not what a father wants to hear, and I imagine it went over as well as busted balloons at a birthday party. But, hell, it was Mongo, king of women, destroyer of worlds!

How many times, all those years ago, did we reassure one another that we’d never allow this to happen to us? We’d stay single men forever! We made plans to make it rich, and save our wealth by avoiding a family while

sleeping with different women nightly. We had emergency codes in place, action plans laid out all to avoid this fate. Seemingly, a decade and distance had done him in.

Another good man now a faceless number, producer of offspring we are already overburdened by. Perspective is a motherfucker. I still need a place for the night at least.

“Well,” I began stumbling for the right words. “Hey, sorry ‘bout all that—just a reaction.”

“Don’t worry! I knew it’d be a big shock to your system,” Mongo said with a smile.

“Uh, you certainly got me with that one.”

An awkward pause lingered. “But, seriously, what lead to this decision? I mean, remember our old pact from college days, bros before hos and all that?”

“What? You still remember that silly thing?

That was the talk of boys just venturing into this world. Don’t get me wrong, those were great times, but we’ve all moved on. Anyhow, no one wants to be alone forever.”

The finality in his voice killed any futile attempts at arguing. The angst and defiance of youth had given way to fears that come with age—there’s no reasoning with that. It seemed my college roommate was no legend any longer; instead, a mortal, after all. And the worst thing: I couldn’t tell if the disappointment I felt was for him or myself.

Nonetheless I’d made enough rash decisions for one day. While realizing that this didn’t seem to be the same Mongo I’d come to expect. I refrained from passing judgment. In fact, I decided to approach it with an open mind.

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weekly calendar| Events WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH UNCW presents a series of unique presentations and interactive events for this year’s Women’s History Month—theme of “Our History is Our Strength.”

• Wed., 3/30, 4:30pm. Warwick Center Merri Lisa Johnson, Girl in Need of a Tourniquet Event Author of Girl in Need of a Tourniquet: Memoir of a Borderline Personality and editor of Jane Sexes It Up, Merri Lisa Johnson will blend the jarring strangeness and dramatic urgency of performance art with a traditional literary reading. Johnson is an associate professor of Women’s and Gender Studies and English at the University of SC Upstate. • Fri., 4/8, 3:30pm.

Randall Library Auditorium. Film: Generation M. Documentary looks specifically at misogyny and sexism in mainstream media, exploring how negative definitions of femininity and hateful attitudes toward women are often constructed and perpetuated at the very heart of American popular culture. Full listings: www.uncw.edu/wsrc CFCC TRADE SHOW CFCC Trade Show focuses on careers in technical fields and trade professions at Cape Fear Community College’s North Campus in Castle Hayne, 3/30, 10am-2pm. Dozens of local businesses will participate to speak to students and members of the public about their respective fields. Event will include live demonstrations of the latest equipment and technology used in various jobs. Participants

will see hands-on demonstrationsin welding, heavy equipment operation, an all-points inspection process, construction, roofing installation, metal work, solar technology, interior design, truck drivingand more. CFCC Career Placement Office: 362-7047 or www.cfcc.edu.

UNCW PRESENTS UNCW Presents proudly announces its 2010/11 season of performances and lectures, Sept-Apr., at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium. Subscriptions/tickets on sale now through Kenan Box Office (962-3500) and online at www.etix.com. Fri., 4/1: Award-winning company Viver Brasil, rooted in the traditional and contemporary forms and techniques of AfroBrazilian culture, takes audiences for an inspiring cultural journey through Brazil, featuring a dazzling program of movement, stunning costumes, pulsating percussion and voice. www.uncw.edu/presents.

Season tickets: $40 for non-UNCW students; $29 for UNCW students; $88 for UNCW employees and alumni and senior citizens; and $107 for all others.

Choose-Your-Own-Serie also available: $4 off the public ticket price for ticket purchases to at least three different performances at Kenan Auditorium.

APRIL’S FOOLING AROUND 4/1: Juggling Gypsy Café will host crazyantics, feats of fire, naughty burlesque, mischievous pranks, andnonsensical skits the Sofa King Naughties have planned for you on April Fool’s. One-show only performance, 10pm. $10. info@sofakingnaughties. com. 1612 Castle St.(910) 763-2223

PLANT AN AZALEA WEEK Through 4/1: Cape Fear Garden Club will again sponsor the annual “Plant an Azalea Week.” Six local garden centers—The Transplanted Garden, Lloyd’s Nursery, Lou’s Flower Patch, Zone 8, Five Oaks and Tinga Nursery—will feature discounts on azaleas purchased during this week as an incentive for Wilmington residents to plant azaleas in their yards. Club will host a contest sponsored

by StarNews Media’s MyBackyardNC.com, inviting the public to nominate a neighbor who has done an outstanding job in beautifying their yard by inc: such as free tickets to the annual Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour will be awarded at the Cape Fear Garden Club’s Azalea Garden Tour Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Greenfield Lake.www. capefeargardenclub.org FARMERS’ MARKETS Weekly Farmers’ Markets: Riverfront Farmer’s Market Sat., Downtown Wilmington, Water St. April-Dec. 4/2: Preview day, 8am-1pm. No market Azalea Fest, 4/9. 4/23: Amended hours, 9am-1pm. www.wilmingtonfarmers.com • Pleasure Island Fresh Market Sat., Carolina Beach Marina, through 5/7; 910-805-3014 • Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market Sat., CB Lake, May 14-Sept. 3; 910-4587490 • Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market Mon., Causeway Dr., 5/3-7/27; 910-256-7925 • Poplar Grove Plantation Farmer’s Market Wed., 10200 US 17 N., Wilmington, 4/6-12/14, feat. plant, food and crafts vendors; live music w/Cindy Rhodes; Pender

County Master Gardeners clinic 2nd Wed/ea. mo.; Grillin’ in the Grove cooking classes 4th Wed. ea. mo.(chefs: 4/27: Chris Kronenwetter of S. Beach Grill; 5/25, James Bain; 6/22, Alexander Fouros; 7/27: Susan Boyles, Seasoned Gourmet); $30 pre-reg; 9:30am-12:30pm. RSVP: 917-969-2430. 4/6: Wool ‘n’ Wood Show, feat. Cape Fear Rug Hookers and Cape Fear Wood Carvers. Exhibits by Wilmington Area Wood Turners. Free! www.poplargrove.com.

WINE & DESIGN WILMINGTON Wine & Design Wilmington, 4/1, 6:30pm. Come uncork your creativity with us. After much success in Raleigh, Wilmington is finally getting it’s own premier paint-party venue. Classes start 4/1. Fun summer kid’s programs coming; great place for parties, too! Classes are only $35. You bring the wine, we supply the rest. One of our instructors will take you step-by-step through that day’s design, and you get to go home with an original 16 x 20” painting. 2:30-9:30pm; 7 days a week. 4949 New Centre Dr. www.wineanddesignnc.com and wineanddesignwilmington@gmail.com CAROLINA BEACH FASHION SHOW Fashion Show will be held on Sat., 4/2, 11am-2pm, Carolina Beach American Legion Post No. 129, 1500 Old Dow Road. Fashions featured will be from Island Colors, Linda’s Fashions, Southern Charm Boutique and Unique Boutique. Lunch will be catered by Thyme Savor Catering, and in addition there will be a Silent Auction and Raffle. Tickets for the event are on sale at the following businesses on Pleasure Island: Linda’s Fashions, Unique Boutique, Island Colors, Southern Charm Boutique, and Blue Water Realty. Limited to 100 tickets at $20 w/all proceeds supporting holiday events sponsored by the Island of Lights. Linda Cheshire: 910-617-5945.

NATIONAL DOG DAY 4/2, 9am: Southern Roots Natural Healing Store is proud to present “Natural Dog Day” where you can bring your furry four-legged friends in for a quick spring clip for a cheap price, a free FURminator DeShedding brushing, 1/2 -priced nail trims, free treats, fresh water and you can enter to win a free bottle of our new Four Paws herbal dog shampoo (a $5 value). 7221-A Market St. 910-264-8224; www. southernrootshealing.com

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AZALEA FESTIVAL 4/6-10: 64th Annual North Carolina Azalea Festival celebrates the rich history, arts, and culture of Wilmington and NC’s Cape Fear Coast (Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Wrightsville Beach). Azalea belles dressed in period hoop-skirts, a parade, juried arts and craft shows, a traveling circus, concerts, fireworks, and a street fair with exhibits, vendors, live entertainment, and kids’ activities. Signature events include the Cape Fear Garden Club’s Azalea Garden Tour (4/8-10), one of the South’s longest-running and most popular garden tours—theme, “Picture Perfect Gardens”; showcases 12 public and private gardens. www.azaleagardentour.org.• 2011 Azalea Home Tour (4/9-10) showcases nine private homes and a church of historical and architectural interest.

Tckets: www.historicwilmington.org. • Two-hr. parade Sat, 9am, feat. elaborate floats, marching bands, clowns, show animals, and celebrities, including Queen Azalea Heather French Henry, a former Miss America (2000) and founder of The Heather French Foundation for Veterans; Grand Marshal Major General Bob Dickerson, USMC (RET); Emmy award-winning actress LeAnn Hunley (“Days of Our Lives;” “Dawson’s Creek”); Tampa Bay Buccaneers place kicker Connor T. Barth; and more!

• Azalea Cake Challenge, 4/10, a contest whereby professional and amateur cake artists are challenged to construct “centerpiece cakes” with azalea themes.

• 4/10: Azalea Festival Tennis Challenge, featuring an exciting match between tennis superstars John McEnroe vs. Todd Martin at UNCW’s Trask Coliseum.

A junior tennis clinic will also be offered. • 4/7: Queen Azalea’s Battleship Salute whereby Queen Azalea

Heather French Henry will kick off the Battleship NC’s 50th anniversary of its docking in Wilmington. • Concerts by The Avett Brothers (sold out) and Darius Rucker, Wed., 4/6, at UNCW’s Trask Coliseum.

Tickets: www.ncazaleafestival.org.. 910-794-4650.

Festival ticket office: 5725 Oleander Dr., Unit B7.

WILMINGTON INFO TECH EXCHANGE The Wilmington Information Technology eXchange and Conference (WITX) brings together IT professionals to learn about the latest trends, network and share their professional experiences. Thurs., 4/7, UCNW. Theme: “IT Trends for 2011,� beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the Computer Information Systems building.

Feat. more than 300 participants, w/exhibits and networking events free. Cost for panels: non-students is $40/session or $100/entire conference. Reg rqd: www.uncw.edu/witx.

BRIDAL SHOW Silver Coast Winery is partnering with Starfish Travel to host a Bridal Show. Discover the beauty of the Brunswick Islands and beyond. Local wedding professionals are getting together at Silver Coast Winery to share with you their expertise in making your wedding day extra special. 4/10, 1-4pm, Silver Coast Winery, 6680 Barbeque Rd., Ocean Isle Beach, NC. 910-287-2800.

Charity/Fund-raiser 2011 INTERN AND VOLUNTEER FAIR 2011 Internship and Volunteer Fair, Thurs., 4/7, 11am-1pm. Outside between the Fisher Student Center and the Fisher Student Union, UNCW, weather permitting (in Warwick Center otherwise).

A great way for students in the College of Arts and Sciences to learn about internship and volunteer opportunities in the Wilmington area. http://www. uncw.edu/fll/internshipfair.html) 2011 PANACEA PADDLE Day long festival with live music, great food and paddling competitions to raise money for special needs populations so they may enjoy multi-day wilderness programming free of charge. Cancer patients will be able to go sea kayaking; visually impaired children can go surfing; diabetes patients will chart a week-long course through the wilderness; Wounded Warriors will go mountaineering; cystic fibrosis patients will enjoy white water rafting.

Panacea Adventures provides outdoor adventure therapy programs specifically designed to serve the needs of individuals and groups facing physical, mental or emotional challenges. Competitive paddling categories include: Sea Kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards. Both novice and elite classes will accommodate varying skill levels. Live music and food vendors will assure the landbased entertainment offers a full day of family fun.

Festival and paddle launch platform will be at the Carolina Beach Marina. Entrance fees for paddling competition(s) are: $40/indv., ($50 day of);$70 tandem ($80 day of); $80 elite racers ($90 day of). www. panaceaadventures.org. Attendees: $10 entry fee.

RELAY WEDNESDAYS Eat out and support New Hanover County Relay for Life! Area restaurants have committed to participate in Relay Wednesdays, with each restaurant donating 10 percent of its proceeds for the Wednesday that their restaurant is featured to New Hanover County Relay For Life. Schedule: 3/30 – Slice of Life, 17th St Ext and College Rd • 4/6 – Chick-Fil-A at Mayfaire. Donations from Relay Wednesdays will benefit New Hanover County Relay For Life, which begins at 6:30pm, 4/15, and ends at 1pm, 4/16, at Ashley High School Stadium. An overnight event honoring those living with cancer, remembering those who have died from cancer, and raising money for the American Cancer Society. www.newhanoverrelay.org.

THE SALVATION ARMY 3/31, 7pm: The Salvation Army will be hosting Revival Meetings 4/3. Our special guest speaker will be Major Dalton Cunningham. Special Music will be provided by The Jay Stone Singers. Saturday night will be a special youth night with a magic show. The meetings will start at 7pm on Thurs/Fri/Sat. Sun. the meetings will be held at 10:30am and 1:30pm.

Stacey Penn: 910-762-2070 or stacey.penn@uss. salvationarmy.org.

PHOENIX EMPLOYMENT MINISTRY

3/31, 12:30pm. Phoenix Employment Ministry Fundraising Luncheon. Thurs., 3/31, 12:30-1:30pm.

Hilton Wilmington Riverside. RSVP by 3/23. 910-3438469Guest Speaker Howie Franklin and director Cape Fear Regional Jetport/Howie Franklin Field Airport . Served as Steward abroad Air Force One through five Presidencies.

AUTISM AWARENESS WEEKEND Wrightsville Beach World Autism Awareness Weekend, 4/1-3. As many as 60,000 NC families are impacted by children with some form of autism. These families are invited to Wrightsville Beach, April 1-3, to participate in World Autism Awareness Weekend.

Organizer and Surfers Healing North Carolina Camp Director, John Pike promises lots of fun for the families of children with autism. Hands-on kids’ activities, networking, and resource sharing at Wrightsville Beach Park presented by Surfers Healing. Midday seaside cookout will be available on Sunday, overlooking the beautiful Atlantic. All activities at the park and games on Saturday and Sunday are free.

Hawaiian theme will feature live, ukulele music on Saturday with hula dancing as Pike and others sport Hawaiian print shirts. Meet Pike and his 7-year old autistic son, Gianni, and other families on a day when autism rules without exceptions. All booths on Saturday, will feature exciting activities for the children like board waxing, a miniature skate park, face painting, a bounce house, fishing, sensory toys, calming toys, corn toss, and more. Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguards will lead special water safety instruction for the families. Refreshments provided at no charge by Land Rover Cape Fear and Two Guys Grille. John Pike, North Carolina Surfers Healing Camp Director: (910) 202-3312 NC SOROSIS TRUNK SALE 4/2, 8am-noon: GFWC-NC North Carolina Sorosis will host a Trunk Sale will be held at the NC Sorosis Clubhouse rear parking area at 20 S. Cardinal Dr.; parking will be available at nearby lots. Variety of items for sale: household, designer purses, flower and shell wreaths, soy candles, jewelry and more!

Vendor spaces still available: $15 for a 10’ x 19’ space. Brigitte: 799-3812 or Debbie :395-2176.

Registration forms: www.ncsorosis.org

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5K FOR PAWS4PEOPLE Wilmington Chapter of paws4people, a non-profit foundation that trains and certifies Service and Assistance Dogs, sponsoring 2nd annual 5k and 1 mile fun walk. 4/3, 9am GIRLS NIGHT OUT 4/6, 5:30pm: Girls Night Out fund-raiser at Henry’s Restaurant. Meet Janice and Erica from Children at Heart Adoption Services, Inc. Learn about Children at Heart’s local and international adoption programs. $5 appetizers and 1/2 price bottles of wine. Bring a tax deductible donation, and be entered into a raffle to win great prizes, such as a one hour massage at Salon Beyond Basics, and gift certificates to great local restaurants like Sweet & Savory and McAlister’s!

Erica Willock: cahadoptions@aol.com HOBBY GREENHOUSE PLANT SALE 4/8-10: Plants grown by members; portion of profits go to scholarships for local community college horticulture students. In Forest Hills, free. Fri.-Sat. 9am-6pm; Sun. 12-5 pm. www. hobbygreenhouseclub.org or hobbygreenhouse@ aol.com.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST 4/9, 7:30am: Pancake Breakfast at Trinity UMC Family Life Center, 4008 S. College Rd, featuring celebrity chef, Bobby Zimmerman, head chef, LandfallCountry Club. Proceeds benefit Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry. $5.

WOW VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Work on Wilmington 2011 needs more than 2,000 volunteers to tackle dozens of community improvement projects on Sat., 4/16, in Wilmington’s largest annual community service event.Projects consist of: painting, landscaping, installing playground equipment, doing small construction projects or cleaning up a neighborhood or park. www.workonwilmington.org.

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has partnered with the National Theatre in London to bring high-definition broadcasts of National Theatre Live to Wilmington. Performances are filmed live in HD onstage in London and broadcast via satellite to more than 300 cinemas around the world, including the new OLLI building on S. College Rd. Schedule: FELA!: King Lear: Frankenstein: 3/30, directed by Danny Boyle; The Cherry Orchard: 3/30, Chekhov’s masterpiece (shown live). All shows are at 2pm. $18 for OLLI members, $28 for non-members and $10 for students. OLLI membership: 910-962-3195 or www.uncw.edu/olli.

VAGINA MONOLOGUES The Vagina Monologues, written by playwright and activist Eve Ensler, is based on dozens of interviews Ensler conducted focusing on women’s sexuality and the social stigma surrounding rape and abuse, creating a new conversation about and with women.

Local women are donating their time to Wilmington’s community production of The Vagina Monologues at the Community Arts Center (Hannah Block USO, 120 South Second St), Thurs., 3/30 and Fri., 3/31 and Sat., 4/1, 8pm, with music to start the show. Tickets: $20. Two American Sign Language interpreters will be donating their talents to the Friday night performance to a designated seating area. This year’s beneficiaries of proceeds are the Rape Crisis Center of Coastal Horizons, Inc. and The Carousel Center for Abused Children. 10 percent of proceeds will benefit V-Day’s work with the women and girls of Haiti.

DOUBT Brunswick Little Theatre will present John Patrick Shanley’s 2005 “Doubt: A Parable,” at Playhouse 211 at 4320-100 on Southport-Supply Rd/Highway 211 across from BEMC between Supply and Southport.

4/1-3 and 8-10; 8pm or 3pm Sun. matinees. $10 for high school and college students with ID; $15 & 17 for adults. www.playhouse211.com or 910-200-7785.

PASSION OF THE KING The Upper Room Theatre, Inc. will perform the NC premiere of “The Passion of the King,” a fresh, new epic Broadway-style musical about the life of Jesus Christ—bringing the Easter story to life. It not only provides a riveting musical interpretation of the final days in the life of Christ, but attempts to expand the definition of the word “passion” beyond the suffering of the crucifixion. Scottish Rite Theater, 1415 S. 17th St, on 4/1, 2, 8 and 9 at 7pm, with 3pm matinee performances on 4/3 and 10. Tickets: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students and $8 for children under 12. www.upperroomtheatre.org or (910) 297-4264.

MYRTLE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL 4/1, 7pm: Myrtle Grove Middle School is proud to present the family-friendlymusical, Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” to be staged 4/1-2, 7pm, and 4/3, 2pm, at the Minnie Evans Art Center. Come share Alice’s adventures with the extraordinary characters in Wonderland. Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI), the show is directed by Dana M. Harrison, choreographed

by Blair Struble, and features 24 talented cast members. Tickets are $7adults/$5 students and may be purchased at the door. (910) 350-2100.

THE HALLELUJAH GIRLS Big Dawg Productions will hold auditions for “The Hallelujah Girls” on Tues., 4/5, and Wed., 4/6, 7pm, both nights at the Hannah Block Community Arts Center, corner of 2ND and Orange, downtown Wilmington. In this hilarious comedy by NC playwrights Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten, five feisty southern women trying to shake up their lives open a day spa in an old church. Roles available for six women 30s to 50s and two men 30s to 50s. Auditions involve cold reading from the script.

910-471-0242.

CITY STAGE THEATER City Stage Announces it’s 2010-11 season as well as changes within the company! We have a new box office number for ticket reservations: (910) 264-2602. citystagenc.com. Godspell: 4/7-10, 15-17, 22-24. All shows at City Stage, downtown Wilmington. (910)264-2602. citystagetheatre@ gmail.com.

SNEAD’S FERRY COMMUNITY THEATRE Snead’s Ferry Community Theatre presents “Leader of the Pack: The Ellie Greenwich Musical.” Book by Anne Beatts and music by Ellie Greenwich. Friends based on the original play by Melanie Mintz. Additional material by Jack Heifner and presented by special arrangement with Samuel French Inc. Directed by

Aaron Sowers, 4/8-10 and 4/15-17. Fri/Sat., 7pm.

Sun., 3pm. Snead’s Ferry Community Center, 126 Park Ln. $6-$12. RSVP, 10 or more: 910-327-2798.

Broadway musical retrospective celebrates the life and times of Ellie Greenwich, whose doowop sounds skyrocketed to the top of the ‘60’s charts—”Chapel of Love,” “Da Do Ron Ron,” “Be My Baby” and more.

Comedy BUDDY LEWIS COMEDY SHOW 4/1, 7pm: Buddy Lewis at Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire. With his renowned characteristic, cynical bend and matter-of-fact sensibilities of the Midwest, Buddy Lewis has delighted audiences with his energetic, animated observational and topical comedy. He’s an avid follower of current events, social trends and cultural mores. His recent credits include acting talents in five feature films: Black Dynamite; Big Stan; Staff Writer for Jaime Fox’s The Writer’s Room;and Freelance Script Writer for Tyler Perry’s House of Pain. Tickets: $35; 910-350-1211. www.mccoll-associates.com/ buddylewis BROWNCOAT PUB OPEN MIC Every Wed, 10pm, Open Mic Comedy Night at the Browncoat Pub and Theatre 111 Grace St. Anyone welcome to come out and tell all your best jokes because at this comedy club. You can tell however many jokes you like and stop whenever you like.

Hosted by local actor and comedian Kameron King.

910-612-1018 NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM Schedule: 4/8-9: Comedian Landry, 8pm • 4/1516: NY comic Drew Frasier 8pm • Every Wed. Nutt House Improv Troupe, doors 8pm, showtime 9pm, no cover charge. • Every Thursday Open Mic Stand Up, doors 8pm, showtime 9pm, no cover charge. • 2nd Annual Cape Fear Comedy Festival, May 18th-21st. All floors of the Soapbox. www. capefearcomedyfestival.com for details. 255 N. Front St, basement of Soapbox. www.nuttstreet. com. 910-520-5520 COMEDY CLASSES Improv & Sketch Comedy-Adults: Class is beneficial for performers, non-performers, public speakers, teachers, and others who are interested in learning to think creatively and quickly on their feet. Learn the basics of Improvisation. • Standup Comedy: Gain confidence; get feedback, writing exercises, and the open mike experience. This workshop helps gets you to your first open mike. Get an open forum to try out your material, create new material, gain feedback and overcome performance anxiety. Research, national stand-up auditions and submissions. Nationally headlining comedian scheduled as guest speaker! www.brooklingreen.com. Both at CFCC-Wilmington Campus; 24 hrs. Cost: $63. 910-362-7319. Reg: 1st of every mo, 6-9pm.

Music/Concerts MUSIC ON MARKET Music on Market Fine Art Series: Free concert Sat., 4/2, 7:30pm, Sanctuary at St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church,1416 Market St. Attached is additional information on this concert. Sharon Miller: 762-9693 ext. 212 or smiller@sacpc.org, CAPE FEAR CHORALE The Cape Fear Chorale and orchestrapresent, “Requiem,” by John Rutter and “Misericordias Domini” by W. A. Mozart. Jerry S. Cribbs, Director; Judy Siebold, organist/accompanist. Sun., 4/3, 4pm. Grace United Methodist Church, 401 Grace St. www.capefearchorale.org • Auditions for the Cape Fear Chorale will open 5/1, in preparation for the Fall Concert. The Chorale and Orchestra will perform Beethoven’s Mass in C and Mendelssohn’s Hear My Prayer at 4pm Sun., 11/20. Music Director Jerry Cribbs: 910-233-2423 or info@ capefearchorale.org.

SONGWRITER SHOWCASE 4/14: Stone Soup Concerts presents Songwriter Showcase at Live on Grace, featuring Wilmington’s best talent performing original music: Catesby Jones, Phillip Kelley, Kyle Lindley, Gloria Spillers, Ron Etheridge, Jessica Donheimerand Taylor Bryan.

• 5/12: Doug Utton, Trey Hamlin, Kim Disco, Sean Richardson, Doug Skipper, Bob Quintano, and Politics of Confession. Shows begin at 7:30pm.

Live on Grace, 121 Grace Street. Free and open to the public.

NC SYMPHONY NOMINATIONS NC Symphony is accepting nominations for the Maxine Swalin Award for Outstanding Music Educator by 4/15. Download the application to nominate your local teacher at the Competitions & Awards section under the Education tab: www. ncsymphony.org. Jessica Nalbone: jnalbone@ ncsymphony.org or 919.789.5461. $1,000 recognition is made in honor of Maxine Swalin, wife of Dr. Benjamin Swalin, North Carolina Symphony music director from 1939 to 1972.

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WILMINGTON SINGLES CLUB 4/1: DJ Robert Clemmons, Am. Legion Post 10 • 4/8: No Dance. DJ dance admission: Members $8; Guests $10. Band dances: $10/12. No shorts, miniskirts or denim jeans. Music 8-11pm.

NEW HANOVER COUNTY RESOURCE CENTER Ballroom & Latin dancing lessons. New beginners in April, No partner needed. Weds, 4/6-27, BeginnersIntermediate 12:30, 1:30 & 2:30, Singles/couples.

2222 College Rd. Advance Registration: 910 799-2001 CONTRA DANCE Tues. night dance at the 5th Ave United Methodist Church on South 5th Ave at Nun, 7:30-9:30pm.

Social dance for all levels; singles and couples, families, college and high school students and folks of all dancing abilities are invited to come. $4. (910) 538-9711.

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ZIABIRD 3/31: Artist reception w/Gail Henderson, whose paintings focus on earth colors and natural shapes.

Her work has been fostered by time spent in the American Southwest and the rural high plains of Spain. Hangs through 4/27. Lynn Manock, Ziabird, 910-208-9650. www.ziabird.com or www. melicioustees.com. 1900 Eastwood Rd. (910) 208-9650

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DINOSAUR PEN AND INK Logan Elliott Smith, a 7th grader at C.F.C.I., will showcase original dinosaur drawings through 3/31 at Sugar on Front St, located in the Old Books on Front building, 249 N. Front St., as part of Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, downtown Wilmington, Mar 25th, 6:30-8:30pm. Artwork available for purchase. www.sugaronfrontst.com or (910) 254-1110.

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ARTFUL LIVING GROUP Renowned artist Steven Brent will be exhibiting his collection of acrylic paintings and digital art at Artful Living Group, Carolina Beach, through 3/30. Artful Living Group is a new art center located on Carolina Beach and brings affordable fun functional art to the public and the public to great artists. 910-458-7822 or email info@ArtfulLivingGroup.com (112 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC).

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SPECTRUM ART GALLERY Special exhibition of artworks by Anne Cunningham, whose only son has been diagnosed with ALS and is very ill. Anne has brought in a large selection of all sizes and price ranges, starting at $60. For every one of Anne’s artworks sold in March, Spectrum will donate a significant percentage of the sales price to Chad to help with his expenses. 1125-H Military Cutoff Rd. 910-256-2323. www.SpectrumArtAndJewelry.com WOMEN OF HOPE Local nonprofit organization that focuses on women with cancer, is now accepting entries for the 2011 Art

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Show and Exhibition, running 4/1-3 at Independence Mall, Wilmington, NC. Grades K - 12 interested in participating can submit original artwork through 3/30. Theme: “Mom + Love = Hope.” Each vote costs $1, w/all proceeds go towards supporting women battling cancer. Awards given for first, second and third place artists for “Judges Choice” and “People’s Choice”. All first place award winners will have their artwork on display at the Cape Fear Children’s Museum following the event. 910-799-7178 or www. womenofhopefightcancer.com.

APRIL ART CLASSES Lois DeWitt: Loislight@bellsouth.net. Tutoring: $30/ session • Collage and Mixed Media, Mon, 11am-1pm: Learn collage/assemblage skills to create beautiful collages or journalized scrapbooks. • Paint From A Photo, Tues., 3-5pm: Bring a favorite photo or printed image and learn the basic painting skills to turn it into your own beautiful painting using the media of your choice: oils, watercolors or acrylics. • Water Colo, Wed., 11am-1pm: Wet and dry brush, expressive brushstroke, light and shadow washes, spray and splash! Learn watercolor basics or refresh your painting skills. • Drawing, Wed., 3-5pm: Line, shading, composition and how to draw what you see. Learn the drawing basics or refresh your drawing skills. • Pen and Ink Drawing, Sat, 11am-1pm: Crosshatching, dot and line techniques. Emphasis is on exploring the drama of black and white composition. Learn the basics or refresh your drawing skills. • Oil painting, Sat., 3-5pm: Color mixing, brushwork, gradations and more. Learn the basics or refresh your painting skills. $80.

GREAT ARTSPECTATIONS 4/2, 7pm. Great Artspectations feat. silent and live auction of artwork benefitting Cape Fear Center for Inquiry’s (K-8 charter school) playground on its new campus. Over 35 local artists have contributed wood, clay, photography, sculpture, jewelry, etc. Community Arts Center. $25; ticket permits entrants to wine, beer, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. Tickets at door or e-mail contact. silent auction 7-8:30pm live auction 8:30-9pm. Artists Michael Van Hout, Chappy Valente, Megan Deitz, Helene Icard, and Julia Jensen highlighted. Beth Carter: bcarter@cfci.net PORTALS LITERARY AND ARTS MAG 4/7, 2:30pm: 2011 Portals Literary and Arts Magazine Unveiling Ceremony at Tabitha’s Courtyard. Celebrate the Unveiling of the 2011 issue of Portals Literary and Arts magazine! Presenting first, second and third place prizes for allwriting and art categories, as well as the Louise McColl Literary Excellence Award. The celebration will include readings, live music, cake and punch, and free copies of this year’s edition of Portals.

UNCW ANN FLACK BOSEMAN GALLERY UNCW’s Ann Flack Boseman Gallery announces its 2010-11 exhibition calendar, covering a diverse collection of media. • Moving Pictures, through 4/20, Boseman Gallery (Fisher University Union, 2nd Floor). Curated by the students of Atlantis, UNCW’s student-run literary and art magazine, this video installation exhibits student work. • Patrick Earl Hammie’s “Equivalent Exchange,” 4/7-29, w/ reception on Thurs., 4/8, 6-7:30pm, Warwick Center Lobby Gallery. Hammie, assistant professor at the

University of Illinois at Urbana-Chapaign, explores the tension between power and vulnerability as he re-images the modern male. Adopting body language and narrative to reinvent and remix ideal beauty and heroic nudity. Shane Fernando, (910) 962-7972 or fernandol@uncw.edu.

entries by 6/1 for the Summer Regional Show to take place 6/27 through 7/23. Kate Lagaly (2D) and Don Johns (3D) will judge from actual work. Declined work may be picked up during gallery hours throughout the month. www.franklinsquaregalllery.com or e-mail Joyce Grazetti, artslavenc@yahoo.com.

CALL FOR ARTISTS W.A.A. Juried Spring Art and Sale, sponsored annually by the Wilmington Art Association during the Azalea Festival, is open to both amateur and professional artists. At St. James Episcopal Church on Dock Street, 4/8-10. Anyone 18 and over may compete, and any two-dimensional artwork may be submitted with the exception of computergenerated works and stained glass. Non-refundable entry fees: $30 for W.A.A. members and $40 for non-members. Official “Prospectus,” including detailed guidelines is available on the W.A.A. website: www.wilmington-art.org. Judges by noted painter and workshop instructor Mike Rooney and photographer Brownie Harris • Artists of WAA will be bringing the beauty and colors of “Flowers” to life on canvas. Through 4/22.

BOTTEGA EVENTS EXHIBIT: The fascinating world of Gabriel Lehman, finding inspiration from nature and his muse: Valley of Desert Palm California. He likes to create with the imagination of his inner child. On display through 5/22, w/ closing reception on 5/20, 6-9pm.

• EVENTS: Tues: Open-mic night • Wed.free weekly wine tastings, 7pm. 208 N. Front St. 910-763-3737, www.bottegagallery.com.

GLITTER BATH Wabi Sabi Warehouse is pleased to announce an opening service of the 1st National Church of the Exquisite Panic: “Glitter Bath” by Addie Wuensch, Sat., 4/9, 8-11pm. 19 N 9th St. This collection of work is a catalyst for “introspective retrospection,” an examination of our lives from the quiet simplicity of the childhood tub of water to the sophisticated glitterfication of adulthood. Feat. over a dozen mixed-media works, a collection of adornments and readings from her recently published book of poems by the same name. Guests invited in ritual glitterfication and cleansing, a public service in light of the Azalea Festival happenings just a few blocks away. www.addiewuensch.com

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CAM PAINTING CLASS UNCW and Cameron Art Museum welcomes Intermediate Painting Class for 6 weeks, Wed., 2-4pm, through 4/13, with professional artist Niki Hildebrand. Participants will learn artistic techniques used by professional artists. Emphasis placed on composition, shading, light, brushwork and coloration. Each individual chooses subject matter.

910-962-3195 CALL TO ARTISTS Artists ages 14-29 needed for Cape Fear Recovery Month art exhibition at the Sherman L. Hayes Gallery at UNCW during the month of July. Two-dimensional art may be submitted by people age 14-29 who attend high school or college in New Hanover County, NC, on the topic of addiction and recovery. About 30 pieces will be selected for exhibition. Top 3 artworks will win a monetary prize. http://library.uncw.edu/news.

NC AZALEA FEST CHILDREN’S ART SHOW Community Arts Center Gallery Space feat. top 20 entrants from the Azalea Festival Youth Arts Contest, along with winning work by Lemir Moore, a 3rd grade student at Snipes Academy of Art & Design. On display through 5/21. Hannah Block Historic USO/ Community Arts Center. 120 S. Second Street CALL FOR ENTRIES Associated Artists of Southport, NC, is accepting

PROJEKTE EXHIBIT: CFCC’s annual Student Art Show, feat. the art department’s best emerging local artists in all mediums through 4/9. Reception and awards night: FRI., 4/1, 6-9pm w/live music, wine tasting and light hors d’ouevres. 523 S 3rd Street, 910-763-1197, theprojekte@gmail.com, www.theprojekte.com

BATTLESHIP NC 4/6: Crew members who served aboard the Battleship NC in ‘40s will return to what was once their home in celebration of the Ship’s 70th birthday along with her 50th anniversary of being moored in Wilmington.

Schedule: 4/7, 2pm: Battleship and her crew welcome aboard the NC Azalea Festival Official Party and Azalea Queen Heather French Henry. 3D Battleship replica cake, designed and created by Robin Cox of Eat Desserts First takes center stage. New Hanover County Senior Center will provide entertainment prior to and during the program. Emceed by Emma Saunders, NC Sweetheart Queen, the Fosters Grandparents and Hi-steppers directed by Annette Crumpton, will entertain during the pre-show while Gotta Dance, directed by Carol Loeser, will perform during the show. Annual favorite Al Cohee will sing to the queen. • 4/8,: Crew members have a time to reminisce with one another and tell stories of days past. Former crew and families will receive a private behind-the scenes tour of the ship. • 4/9: The crew will tour downtown Wilmington in the Azalea Festival Parade via Wilmington Trolley. • Also, Battleship is accepting applications for sponsors and vendors (both food and commercial) for the upcoming 50th Anniversary celebrations. A number of opportunities and price levels to fit most any budget during events like the Easter Egg Hunt/Carnival, Beach Music Festival, Battleship Blast, Need for Speed, Battle of the Schools, Batty Battleship and Ghost Ship. Sponsor and vendor opportunity info: www. battleshipnc.com. 910-251-5797 or at bb55.mktg@ battleshipnc.com.Battleship, at junction of HWYs 17/74/76/421 on the Cape Fear River.

BURGWIN WRIGHT HOUSE 18th century Burgwin-Wright House Museum in the heart of Wilmington’s Historic District, is the oldest museum house in NC, restored with 18th and 19th century decor and gardens. Colonial life is experienced through historical interpretations in

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NC AQUARIUM Admission: $8 ages 13-61; $7 ages 62 and up; $6 ages 3-12. Free admission for: children under 2; registered groups of N.C. school children, and NC Aquarium Society members. EVENTS: Aquarist Apprentice, Behind the Scenes Tour, Extended Behind the Scenes Tour, Children’s Discovery Time, Mommy and Me, AquaCamp and more! • Rick Wilkinson, a surf-fishing instructor at the NC Aquarium, volunteers his spare time rebuilding donated fishing gear, which he hands over the good-as-new rigs to area youth and adult groups, like Big Buddy, Community Boys and Girls Club, the Brigade Boys and Girls Club, and St. Mary’s Social Ministry. Anyone wanting to donate a used rod and reel can drop the gear off at the Aquarium Visitors Service Desk between 9am-4pm any day. www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher. 910-458-8257 ext 218 or 202.

WILMINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUM Explore railroad history and heritage, especially of the Atlantic Coast Line, headquartered in Wilmington for more than 130 years. Interests and activities for all ages including historical exhibits, full-size steam engine and rolling stock, lively children’s area, and spectacular scale models. Housed in an original 1882 freight warehouse, facilities are fully accessible and on one level. Groups receive special guided tours. Facilities can also be booked for meetings or mixers, accommodating groups of up to 150. • Story Times designed for younger visitors first and third Mon, 10:30am. $4 per family is charged to cover program costs and includes access to the rest of the Museum. • Museum admission only $6 for adults, $5 for seniors/military, $3 for children 2-12, and free under age 2. Located at the north end of downtown at 505 Nutt St. 910-763-2634 or www.wrrm.org.

LATIMER HOUSE Victorian Italiante style home built in 1852, the restored home features period furnishings, artwork and family portraits. Tours offered Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, and Sat, 12-5pm. Walking tours are Wed and Sat. at 10am.

126 S. Third St. Adults $8, children $4. 762-0492. www.latimerhouse.org CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: B.W. Wells: Pioneer Ecologist: Tells the stories of botanist B.W. Wells and Pender County’s Big Savannah, and how Wells documented the area through a wealth of stunning photographs.

• Photography in Focus. Explore the evolution of photography, from the daguerreotype to the digital camera. Discover how picture-taking technologies have changed, bringing cameras and photographs out of the studio and into the mainstream. • EVENTS: Volunteer Open House held first Wed. of mo.

Opportunities are available in museum store, working with the historic collection, and as an education docent. • New Hanover County Resident’s Day: Residents admitted free first Sun. ea. mo. • Hours: 9am-5pm Tues-Sat. and 1-5pm, Sun. Museum closed Mon. until Memorial Day 2011. Winter hrs: Tues-Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 1-5pm. Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for students with valid ID and senior citizens; $5 special military rate with valid military ID;

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ways of drawing, starting with basic exercises and advancing to drawing expressively with simple tools. 6 1-hr. classes, $30, with material fee, $18.

Ages 18 and up. Thurs., 7-8pm, 4/7, 14 and 21. • Beginners Sumi-E Ink Painting w/Lale Lewis: Class explores traditional techniques of Chinese brush painting. 6 1.5-hr. classes, $40, w/$20 material fee.

Ages 18 and up. Thurs, 10-11:30am, 3/31, 4/7, 14 and 21.

NIEL BROOKS Niel Brooks, manager of Parks, Recreation and Environmental Programs in Leland, will be the featured speaker at the 9:30 am, Fri., 4/8, meeting of the N. Brunswick Newcomers Club. Mr. Brooks will update the members on the new construction projects being taken on by the town of Leland. He will also address the pros and cons of various parks in the area and their water access. Zion Methodist Church, 6864 Zion Church Road in Leland. Alice Razzano: 383-3500.

GROWING VEGETABLES A free class on growing vegetable and herbs, 4/6, 10-11:30am, in the cultural arts center at Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 Hwy 17 N., Wilmington.

Taught by Pender County Extension Horticulture Agent, Charlotte Glen, the class will cover the basics of growing vegetables and herbs with an emphasis on the challenges of gardening in our local climate.

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Classes/Workshops CAR CARE CLINIC Car Care Clinic 101 is intended for both men and women who want to become more familiar with basic car care knowledge and diagnostics of the modern automobile. Sat., 4/2, 9-11am, at the Echo Farms Country Club on Carolina Beach Road. Led by Charles Walters, a 10-year veteran service manager in the automotive industry. Reg: $30.; early-bird reg: $20 for first 30. CarClinic101@ yahoo.com or 910-409-7234 HALYBUTRON PROGRAMS Pre-reg. rqd. 4099 S. 17th, 910-341-0075 or www. halyburtonpark.com. • Snake and Turtle Feeding, 4/6, 4-4:30pm. Brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Event Center and then watch them feed. At least one snake and a turtle will be fed during the demonstration. Ages 3 & up. $1/participant • Bird Hikes along the NC Birding Trial: North Carolina has an incredible diversity of habitats which provide food and shelter for more than 440 bird species. Ea. mo. we explore a different site and hike appx 2 miles.$10/participant.

Holly Shelter: 4/14, 8am-noon. 341-0075 • Yoga w/Stephanie “Goo” McKenzie: Experienced dancer and performer, Goo’s playful approach to life spills into her teaching. Ongoing weekly, 1-hr. classes Wed/Fri, $5 per or $40/mo. unlimited. Ages 12 and up; Wed/Fri, 11am and 12:30pm. • Kids Art w/Erin Hinson: Multi-media class designed to provide all children with basics of art. Ongoing, weekly 1.5-hr. class, $20/class, ages 5 to 12. Tues, 3:30-5pm. • Piano w/Jonathan Barber: Available Mon-Thurs, for all ages and experience levels. Mr. Barber: 910619-0383. 35/half hour. • Modern and Technical Dance w/Kevin Lee-y Green. Mon/Tues/Thurs., 5:30-7pm, all ages. $10/class. • Picture This w/Lale Lewis: Art techniques to express ideas with creative projects appropriate for their age and grade level, developing their imagination, critical and reflective thinking. 6 1-hr. classes, $30 w/material fee, $15.

Ages 7 -10, Thurs, 4-5pm, 3/24, 31, 4/7, 14 and 21. • Beginners Sketching and Drawing Made Easy w/Lale Lewis: Enables students to explore various

NHRMC PREGNANCY/PEDIATRICS SEMINAR NHRMC to host free seminar on pregnancy and pediatrics. New Hanover Regional Medical Center wants to help you learn more about the resources and advanced care available right in your community at its free Women & Children seminar on Thurs., 4/7, 6:3-8:30pm, at the Fitness & Wellness Center at Brunswick Forest, 2701 Brunswick Forest Parkway in Leland. Experts answer questions on a wide array of topics including maternal-fetal medicine, neonatology, pediatrics, pediatric surgery, pediatric endocrinology and child neurology. www.nhrmc.org/LiveAndLearn. RSVP rqd: VitaLine at 910-815-5188.

Clubs/Notices YMCA 3/30: YWCA Winter Warm-Up Swim-a-thon—Winter Warm-Up swimmers will be participating in the Swim-a-thon for the pool bubble! All proceeds go directly to our Save the Bubble Fund to replace the pool bubble. • 3/31, 5:15 pm: Balance Your Hormones Naturally—Free workshop led by Atlantic Spinal Rehab and Wellness Clinic. 799-6820. 2815 South College Rd. www.ywca.org FREE TAX PROGRAM UNCW’s IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is offering free tax assistance for taxpayers who qualify through the end of April.

The VITA program offers free tax help to low- to moderate-income (generally, $49,000 and below) people who cannot prepare their own. Tax returns done free of charge in Cameron Hall Room 231: 3/30, 5:30-7:30pm; 4/7, 4-7pm; 4/8, 2-6pm; and 4/11, 5-7pm. Volunteers are students in UNCW’s accountancy and business law programs and members of the university’s chapter of Beta Alpha Psi, a national accounting and information systems fraternity. Bring: photo ID, SS cards (you, spouse, dependents), birth dates of all, current year’s tax package, wage and earning statements, interest and divident statements, last year’s fed. and state returns if available, bank routing and account numbers for direct deposit, total paid for daycare provider and provider’s tax ID number (both spouses must be present to e-file). 910-962-3509.

WILMINGTON PLANT SALE Wilmington Plant sale is one of the most eagerly awaited area events and a sure sign of spring in the area is this year’s Plant Sale at the New Hanover County Arboretum: 3/31, 9am-7pm; 4/1-2 & 4, 9am5pm; 4/3, 1-5pm. Don’t miss this event for quality plants, flowers, herbs and shrubs grown locally and just for our area. New Hanover County Arboretum, 910-798-7670. glevesque@nhcgov.com CHURCH WORSHIP GROUPS NEEDED NC Azalea Festival at Wilmington is seeking area church worship groups for the second annual Azalea PraiseFest to be held on Fri., 4/8t, Riverfront Park Stage on Water Street. PraiseFest will consist of eight local bands and a finale of David James & Flashpoint which was last years People’s Choice Winner. PraiseFest is open to worship and praise groups of any denomination and is now accepting applicants. E-mail the groups name, church affiliation, contact persons: Azaleastreetfair@gmail. com. Deadline: 3/10.

FREE FLU SHOTS From now until 4/12, Brunswick Urgent Care will be offering FREE flu shots on a walk-in basis to area residents. Open Mon-Sat, 8am8pm; Sun, 9am-3pm. 910-383-2182 or www. brunswickurgentcare.com 10% CAMPAIGN The Center for Environmental Farming Systems initiative is designed to encourage North Carolinians to spend 10 percent, a little over one dollar a day,

of their existing food budget on foods produced locally. If successful, the effort would have a $3.5 billion impact on the state economy. www. feastdowneast.org WINTER PARK OPTIMIST SCHOLARSHIP 2011 Scholarship Program: Winter Park Optimist gives $1,000 scholarship to a graduating boy and girl each year. We are looking for two good kids who are wondering if they can afford to go to college. We are hopeful that we can push them over the edge toward going on to college and thereby improving their lives forever. We are not necessarily looking for kids that play the sports (baseball and softball) today or plan to play in college. Instead, we are looking for the kid that absolutely needs the money in order to go. Only catch is that they had to have played at Winter Park at least one season while they were growing up That could have been tee ball when they were 6 years old.

See winterparkoptimist.org for guidelines and info on application process.

HALYBURTON PHOTO CONTEST Photo contest: “My Day at Halyburton Park.”

Deadline: 4/30. We want your photos of people, animals and plants taken at Halyburton Park.

Open to amateurs in age groups: 12 and under, 13 to 17, and 18 and over. Awards: 19 prizes will be awarded and separate prize for Best in Show.

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I was attacked by dogs and ran under a trailer. That’s not the worst of it ! After I found a hiding place I ended up getting my leg caught in wire and the wire broke my leg, ouch! The nice lady that found me, kept me for three weeks without medical care, and then turned me over to the Cat Adoption Team of Wilmington NC. My leg was so badlly wounded that they rushed me to the Country Vet. Sadly, my leg has been removed. I will be up for adoption soon and will be at Wags for Wishes. I need a special home and a site visit will be required before my adoption can be approved. If you are interested, please call Sharon at 703-609-5798.

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Fáilte Riomh!

[Welcome!]

3317 Masonboro Loop Rd. (910) 791-1019 On the corner of Masonboro Loop Rd. and Pine Grove Road.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK ‘til 2am

HALLIGAN’S BRUNCH 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

THE HUNGRY IRISHMAN

RANCHERO OMELET

Corned beef, home fries, diced peppers, onions, broccoli and tomatoes, mixed together and piled high, then topped with Cheddar & Monterey Jack cheeses and two eggs, $8.99

Three egg omelet filled with cheddar cheese. onions and peppers served with home fries and toast, $5.99

HALLIGAN’S TRADITIONAL

Two eggs any style, home fries, toast and your choice of two meats; Taylor ham, sausage or bacon, $7.99

Two poached eggs on an English muffin topped with cheddar cheese and Taylor ham served with home fries and toast, $6.99

IRISH TOAST

STACK O’PANCAKES

EGG’S HALLIGAN’S

Thick slices dipped in cinnamon-egg and griddled to a golden brown, served with home fries and your choice of two meats: Taylor ham, bacon or sausage, $7.99

Stack of fluffy pancakes served with home fries and your choice of two meats: Taylor ham, bacon or sausage, $6.99

HALLIGAN’S STEAK & EGGS

HOMEMADE CORNED BEEf HASH

Two eggs cooked to order, served with HALLIGAN’S sliced steak, home fries and toast, $10.99

CREATE-YOU-OWN OMELET

Three egg omelet with your choice of any two items: Taylor ham, bacon, cheese, mushrooms, onions or tomato served with home fries and toast, $7.99

Corned beef hash, served with two eggs any style, home fries and toast, $6.99

y a d n u S y Ever d r 3 l i r p A Starting

1/2 price bottle of wine every Wednesday

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