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WILMINGTON RESTAURANT WEEK: 21-25

news & views ......... 4-7 4 live local live small: Gwenyfar Rohler goes on the campaign trail, interviewing Susi Hamilton about her platform beliefs.

Hungry? Lucky for you, encore magazine kicks off Wilmington Restaurant

7 news of the weird: Chuck Shepherd

Week today! We have over 30 restaurants on board for our fall feast, and

reports on news of the strange and odd.

they’re offering deals that can’t be beat on prix-fixe lunches and dinners.

Check out the “WRW Guide” inserted in this edition, which includes every menu from every participant, including Caprice Bistro (pictured left), which added an additional entrée not listed in the book: steak au poivre. Also featured on pages 21-25 are mapped locations, and a bunch of stats from

artsy smartsy ......... 8-19 8-9 theater: Shea Carver reviews Red Barn Studio’s “Proof”; Justin Lacy checks in on Guerilla Theatre’s “Frankenstein is Dead.”

11 film: Anghus loves the horror of “Let Me

our readers and participants. Prepare to eat, drink and indulge your way

In”—a flick destined to be a classic.

through Wilmington through Wednesday the 27th!

12 art: Lauren Hodges interviews Sullivan Dunn and Amelia Hutchins about their

concert tickets

If you’re not already an encore fan on Facebook, you should be! We’re running a contest on encore’s Facebook page that is simply quite awesome. Just head over to www.facebook. com/pages/Wilmington-NC/encore-magazine/62587327524, and leave a comment about your favorite concert experience. Also include which show you would like to go to, and we’ll enter you in our contest to win a pair of tickets to the House of Blues in Myrtle Beach. We’ll be randomly selecting the winner from the comments one week prior to concert dates. Don’t forget to tell your friends either.

If you don’t have FB, then log on to www. encorepub.com, click on “Web Extras,” and enter the contests for a chance to win!

fact or fiction contest

We are extending the deadline for the comics part of our contest only! Want a chance to

showcase your comic-strip brilliance? Welcome to encore’s annual Fact or Fiction Contest, offering a chance for one ‘toonist to showcase their talents in encore for a year—with pay!

‘Toonists must submit several installments of their comics, which can be single-paneled or multi-paneled strips (color acceptable). It must have a name and clear concept—the edgier, the better. We prefer ones that are current with the times, especially when delving into local topics.

We will choose winning and non-winning entries to feature in our first edition of the 2011 year, so many folks will be published! Send your entries to shea@encorepub. We accept entries via e-mail only through October 31st. Winners will be notified by mid-November and will begin working in January, 2011. Good luck!

best-of art contest

It’s that time of year—almost! All of Wilmington will begin choosing their favorite stuff

EDITORIAL:

PRODUCTION AND ADVERTISING:

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Shea Carver

ART DIRECTOR

EDITORIAL INTERNS: Carly Yansak, Justin Lacy, Claire LaSure, Marco Raye CHIEF CONTRIBUTORS: Adrian Varnam, Gwenyfar Rohler, Anghus Houvouras, Claude Limoges, Jay Schiller, Lauren Hodges,

Sue Cothran ADVERTISING SALES: John Hitt: Downtown, Carolina Beach Kris Beasley: Wrightsville Beach, N. Wilmington Jennifer Barnett: Midtown, Monkey Junction PROMOTIONS MANAGER: John Hitt

Tiffanie Gabrielse, Tom Tomorrow, Chuck Shepherd,

DISTRIBUTION: Reggie Brew, John Hitt

Christina Dore, The Cranky Foreigner

SALES INTERN: Mary Muster

encore is published weekly, on Wednesday, by Wilmington Media.

Opinions of contributing writers are not necessarily the opinions of encore.

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about town, from coffee to book stores, Indian food to women’s apparel, politicians to media outlets! In honor of our 2010 Best-Of, we’re holding an art contest for folks to design our Best-Of award. To find out the details, go to www.encorepub.com and click on “Best-Of Art Contest.” No phone calls, please.

oops—our bad!

We regret printing the wrong phone number for Saké Asian Fusion in last week’s lunchbunch article. The correct number is (910) 392-6333.

late-night funnies

“Sarah Palin and Rush Limbaugh are President Obama’s 10th cousins, which means they are secret Muslims.”—Jimmy Kimmel “In three weeks Californians will vote on whether to legalize marijuana. Which means that three weeks and one day from now thousands of stoners will say, ‘Oh, crap, that was yesterday?’”—Jimmy Fallon “They say the Chilean miners have been rescued from a subterranean hell. Have they not heard of the New York subway?”—David Letterman “Sharron Angle, every week this woman gets crazier. Now she says that Sharia Law—you know, strict Islamic law like they have in Saudi Arabia—is taking hold in American cities in Michigan and Texas. Even Glenn Beck says, ‘Where does she get this shit?’”—Bill Maher

penguin wednesdays

Wanna know what’s in encore for the week each Wednesday it’s published? Listen to Shea Carver on the Penguin 106.7, with Glenn every Wednesday morning at 9:15. They’ll keep you informed first on what’s happening in the Port City—followed by great music, too.

upcoming WHQR show.

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

14-15 music: Carly Yansak finds out about the charity event Chords for a Cause; Marco Raye previews the JJ Grey and Mofro concert at Greenfield Lake on Friday.

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

grub & guzzle ......... 29-32 29-32 dining guide: Need a few suggestions on where to eat? Flip through encore’s dining guide, and read about our

featured restaurant of the week.

extra! extra! ........... 34-38 34 book feature: Tiffanie Gabrielse reviews the latest encore book club read, ‘Cape Fear Rising,’ written by Gerard Phillip.

36 eco life: Claire LaSure gets the scoop on the Cape Fear Audubon Society.

38 fact or fiction: Claude Limoges brings the latest installment of ‘An Involuntary Intimate.’

39 crossword: Let Stan Newman test your mind with our weekly crossword!

40-47 calendar/’toons/horoscopes/ corkboard: Find out where to go and what

to do about town with encore’s calendar; check out Tom Tomorrow and encore’s annual ‘toons winner, Jay Schiller; read your horoscope and the latest saucy corkboard ads.

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Live Local. Live Small: On the campaign trail

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e are moving closer and closer to Election Day on November 2nd!

As part of encore’s election coverage—and to help our valued reader learn more about our potential elected officials’ commitment to our local economy—Live Local sent a survey to the candidates for County Commission, NC State Representative and NC State Senate to learn about their Live Local habits and attitudes. This week we speak with Susi Hamilton (www.susihamilton.com). encore: Are you familiar with either the Buy Local ILM movement or the national Buy Local Movement? And in our current economic climate, do you feel the Buy Local Movement is important to the Cape Fear Region?

Susi Hamilton: Yes. With the current economic issues we are facing, business opportunities should first be offered within our own communities. I have a strong professional background in economic development. From 2001 to 2006, it was my honor to serve as the executive director of Wilmington Downtown, Inc. whose sole focus is to bring job opportunities and responsible development to downtown Wilmington. My campaign and leadership in the NC General Assembly will continue to focus on economic opportunities for New Hanover County. The knowledge and skills I have gained over a decade of professional experience will be aptly applied to this end. Since 2007, I have owned an operated my own small consulting business. e: Do you feel that it is important for our government and educational institutions (ie UNCW, the community colleges and the school system) to source goods from our local area?

SH: Yes—dollars spent locally continue to “turn over” in the local community, supporting other local businesses, programs and families. e: What percentage of your consumer spending do you dedicate toward locally owned businesses (farms and foods included)?

Chain stores and restaurants? Shopping on the Internet?

SH: My family lives in downtown Wilmington. Approximately 90 percent of our goods and services come from locally owned and operated businesses. We rarely purchase anything on the Internet.

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by: Gwenyfar Rohler e: Do you support the Main Street Fairness Tax currently in committee in the US House of Representatives?

SH: Yes, the majority of my experience has been focused on downtown redevelopment and economic strategies to support small business. A community is largely identified by the health of its urban core. Main Street represents that urban core and is a harbinger for the overall health and stability of any community. e: What is your position on Titan?

SH: I do not support Titan’s permitting application as it is currently written. Titan must be held to the new EPA standards for their emissions.

It is up to the people of our community, our local government and our partners in economic development to determine what type of industries they will recruit. Local zoning should not permit industries that will adversely impact our natural resources as it did for Titan.

As a community we must create more collaborative and cohesive economic development efforts so that we are working to attract industries that are part of a sustainable environment and that everyone can support. If current environmental regulations are not sufficient to protect our environment, it is the responsibility of elected leaders and professionals to strengthen our environmental standards. e: What is your position on film incentives?

SH: I actively support and promote competitive film incentives. Film and television production is a $5 billion clean industry that benefits thousands of businesses and families across North Carolina. There has been a misconception in the legislature that film incentives only benefit “over-compensated” actors and directors, which resulted in them placing a “million-dollar cap” on the incentives, when in fact it is the film craftsmen and technicians, support infrastructure and businesses like hotels, car rentals, lumber yards, office suppliers, etc., whose livelihoods have been dramatically affected. North Carolina’s inability to compete with Louisiana and Georgia has lost thousands of jobs, and hundreds of millions of dollars in production activity, which has jeopardized our former status as a viable production center.

e: How do you feel about annexation?

SH: It is critical that all government policies be revisited from time to time, and I support a review of our state’s annexation law. Cities should maintain the right to annex only if they are able to provide municipal services in a more reasonable time frame following annexation. If elected, I will sponsor legislation to strengthen the municipality’s disclosure process to the public and its requirement to implement a long-range plan for annexation prior to any action.

More importantly, I would push for a required annexation disclosure form to those purchasing a home within the proposed annexation areas so that citizens can make informed choices. The public has the right to full disclosure of local government’s plans for annexation. e: Why should encore readers vote for you, and what should they know about you?

SH: My combined education, professional experience and passion for our community make me the best choice for District 18.

While serving as senior long-range planner for the City of Wilmington and as executive director for Downtown Revitalization, I was responsible for assisting officials and business leaders in bringing as many as 1,500 jobs to Wilmington and managing a small business loan program. Currently, I am a self-employed business consultant and serve our community on many local boards and commissions. I am a strong supporter

of the arts and culture in our region and currently serve as the chairman of the Cucalorus Film Festival’s board of directors.

As a strong advocate for environmental protection, I was recently appointed to the board of the Cape Fear Green Building Alliance. I am also happy to announce that I have recently received the endorsement from the Sierra Club Cape Fear Group and look forward to hearing more from their members about ways to improve our environment.

With a focus on quality education for all of our children, and cultural diversity throughout our community, I have also served on the board of Girls, Inc. and the Carousel Center for neglected and abused children.

I have spent my entire career working to create a strong and vibrant business climate in southeastern North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in business, economic development and management, in the public and private sectors, I have a keen understanding of the needs of both big industry and small businesses. That understanding, combined with my natural leadership skills, will make me an effective leader in Raleigh. e: Why are you affiliated with the party that you are representing?

SH: Not all Democrats believe in the same thing. I am a Democrat because it’s the party that supports issues that are important to me and our community at large, such as equal pay for women and minorities, environmental protection, equal education for all children—and actively working to create jobs.

Some of the Port City’s ďŹ nest restaurants will offer awe-inspiring prix-ďŹ xe meals, prepared especially for this week.

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David Winkelman, 48, was arrested in Davenport, Iowa, in September on a misdemeanor warrant, still sporting “The Tattoo.” In late 2000, Winkelman, reacting to a radio “contest,” had his forehead inked with the logo of radio station KORB, “93 Rock,” because he had heard on-air personalities “offer” $100,000 to anyone who would do it. Winkelman had the tattoo done before checking, however, and the disk jockeys later informed him that the “contest” was a joke. (Winkelman filed a lawsuit against the station, but it was dismissed. Ten years later, the “93 Rock” format has expired, but Winkelman’s forehead remains busily tattooed.)

Government in Action!

For most of 2010, California’s dysfunctional legislature could find no acceptable tax increases or spending cuts to keep the state from going broke, and only in October did it manage to cobble together enough pie-in-thesky bookkeeping tricks to create the illusion of a balanced budget. Nonetheless, the legislature has been busy. It created a “Motorcycle Awareness Month” and a “Cuss Free Week,” considered changing the official state rock, and made it illegal to use non-California cows in the state’s marketing materials (a decision that entailed five committee votes and exhausted eight legislative analyses, according to a September Wall Street Journal report).

At a U.S. Senate committee grilling in September, the head of enforcement of the Securities and Exchange Commission admitted that not a single agency staff member has been fired or demoted over the multiple missed signals handed to them in some cases 11 years before the Ponzi schemes of Bernard Madoff and R. Allen Stanford were uncovered. Sen. Christopher Dodd of Connecticut said it appeared that “one side of the agency was screaming that there was a fire,” but the other side of the agency demurred because putting it out would have been hard work.

The Prudential Financial corporation, holder of life insurance contracts on U.S. troops, modified the standard payout method in 1999 by encouraging beneficiaries to take not lump sums but “checking accounts” on which survivors could draw down proceeds “as needed.”

Though this arrangement obviously benefited Prudential, it was unclear to Bloomberg News (which broke the story in September 2010) why the Department of Veterans Affairs had endorsed it implicitly in 1999 and then in writing in September 2009.

Among the Medicare billings only recently discovered as fraudulent (after being paid): Brooklyn, N.Y., proctologist Boris Sachakov was paid for performing 6,593 hemorrhoidectomies and other procedures over a 13-month period an average of 18 every day, 365 days a year (and 6,212 more than the doctor who billed the second-highest number). Two Hiale-

ah, Fla., companies, “Charlie RX” and “Happy Trips,” between them billed Medicare $63,000 for penis pumps including a total of four to the same patient (by the way, a woman).

Great Art!

In October, the award-winning London theater company Duckie announced plans for a June 2011 production, “Lullaby,” at the Barbican Pit, that would feature music and performances so soothing that patrons will be encouraged to attend in pajamas and lounge overnight in bedseats, with an early morning shower included in the ticket price of 42 pounds ($66). Producer Simon Casson noted that, irrespective of the play, it is almost impossible to find overnight facilities in central London for that price.

A September one-woman “dance” recital of performer-writer Ann Liv Young as a naked “Cinderella” at a theater in Brooklyn, N.Y., ran overtime because Young could not answer a scripted call of nature, which was to have been performed live on stage. According to an incredulous New York Times reviewer, Young sought tips from the audience to get her bowels moving but finally gave up and ended the performance. The reviewer cited the show’s “many layers of failure.”

Names Recently in the News

People with tough times ahead: Donald N. Duck, 51 (arrested for DUI, Massillon, Ohio, June). Lord Jesus Christ, 50 (pedestrian injury, Northampton, Mass., May). Tara Wang (marrying Austin DeCock in Moorhead, Minn., in October).

Police saw them coming: Jerry Dick, 46 (pleaded guilty to indecent exposure, Greensboro, N.C., August). Kermit Butts, 26 (arrested in the slaying of Samuel Boob, Madisonburg, Pa., August).

Cum Starkweather, 56 (arrested for prostitution, Springfield, Ohio, August). Keeping the name but making all municipal signs theft-proof: Shitterton village in Dorset County, England.

Chutzpah!

The ski-mask-wearing armed robber who knocked off a Wendy’s in Atlanta on July 31 has not been apprehended, but police said he later called the store to ridicule the staff for having so little cash: “(N)ext time, there better be more than $586.” Ronald White, 35, was arrested in Cinnaminson, N.J., in July, and charged with shoplifting, and was released after posting $400 bail. Only afterward did police realize that some of the money was counterfeit, but five days later, White was re-arrested when he returned to the station to demand a partial refund for “overpaying” the bail.

Least Competent Dictator

In September, when Ms. Nomatter Tagarira was sentenced to 39 months in jail for fraud, Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe and several officials were hoping to close the book on an embarrassing episode. Tagarira had convinced them in 2007 that she had the ability, by chanting into a rock, to find diesel fuel in the ground and make it shoot to the surface.

Of course, this could only be accomplished by Tagarira’s having henchmen behind bushes using a pump, but apparently it worked, as she was rewarded with a $2.7 million fee and given use of a 50-vehicle convoy for her dowsing missions. Her ruse was not discovered until a year later.

Least Competent Criminals

No Time for Disguises: Larry Shawn Taylor, 18, was arrested in Seattle in September, having been rather easily identifiable when police stopped him. Two victims had reported being robbed by a man with “GET MONEY” shaved into his haircut on one side and “GET” tattooed on his right hand and “MONEY” tattooed on the left. (At least Taylor did not claim that someone else must have had the same configuration.)

Undignified Deaths

A 49-year-old Bakersfield, Calif., doctor, whose relationship with her boyfriend was described as “on-again, off-again,” was killed in August when, after he had locked her out of his house, she tried to enter by sliding down the chimney, where she got stuck and asphyxiated. A 29year-old man, in a group of 12 “ghost hunters” on a field trip in Iredell County, N.C., in August, was killed by a speeding train. The 12 were investigating a rumored “ghost train” that killed 30 people in an 1891 crash and supposedly returns every year on the anniversary date.

A News of the Weird Classic (October 2003)

News of the Weird reported in December 2002 that Inga Kosak had won the first World Extreme Ironing Championship in Munich by pressing a designated garment over a course of several ironing stations (e.g., ironing in trees, in the middle of streams). An October 2003 Wall Street Journal story shows the “sport” growing in prominence. South African Anton Van De Venter, 27, broke the high-altitude record in August by ironing his national flag at the 20,000-foot summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, while nude, in freezing temperatures (quote: “I came, I saw, I pressed a crease”), and British diver Ian Mitchell sawed through ice in Wisconsin in March and submitted photos of himself in a wet suit “ironing” (with a Black & Decker Quick ‘n’ Easy) a shirt that was braced against the underside of the ice.

Thanks This Week to Nancy Korenchan, Adriel Reed, Joe Weckbacher, Roger Leduc, Jeff Carrick, Bruce Leiserowitz, Steve Dunn, Jonathan Bearce, Gil Nelson, Elaine Weiss, Brent Hunter, Peter Hine, and Mike Mendenhall, and to many finders of Lord Jesus Christ, and to the News of the Weird Board of Editorial Advisors.

(Are you ready for News of the Weird Pro Edition? Every Monday at http://NewsoftheWeird.blogspot.com and www.WeirdUniverse. net. Other handy addresses: WeirdNews at earthlink dot net, http://www.NewsoftheWeird. com, and P.O. Box 18737, Tampa FL 33679.)

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Proof’s on the Stage: Red Barn pulls off another stellar production

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he success of Red Barn Studio’s latest play, “Proof,” by David Auburn, is all in the details. In fact, the minutia carry almost every production here to the highest caliber of local drama. “Proof” excites with beautifully, authentically crafted set design, even down to the birdseed in the feeders, to the hypnotic jazz music playing between each scene change, to the nuance-filled performances of its cast.

The 2001 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Awardwinning ”Proof” follows a family of mathematicians, whose patriarch suffers from insanity, which oftentimes overshadows his genius as a revered University of Chicago professor.

His daughter, Catherine, also inhabits an innate talent to wrangle numbers, algorithms and formulas, yet has the larger task of caring for her sick father. Catherine’s older sister, Claire, takes on the matriarch role since their mother died years earlier. She often treats Catherine like a teenager, berating her with

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From the onset of the play, the audience gets swooned by the story, which opens in an omniscient scene with Catherine and her father, Robert, on the front porch of their home, celebrating her 25th birthday. From here the play vacillates between real-time and flashbacks, and onlookers understand the demons surrounding the family thanks to a culmination of characteristics played among the cast: distant emotions, “whatcould’ve-been” scenarios, pent-up frustrations and newfound circumstances.

Isabel Heblich as Catherine gives a coolness to her character that teeters between empathy, apathy and emotional instability. Whether her character is invested in life or overshadowed by its heavy weight never remains clear. A seesaw encapsulates her mental state, one minute elated by the idea of her contributions to math only to be mauled by others’ acceptance of her work. Heblich breathes life into Catherine’s character by showing loyalty to her father, bratty rebellion to her sister and wavering adoration to her love prospect, Hal (Adam Poole).

Again, her credibility lies in every off-side eye roll or natural grace of movement, whether lifting her hair in a bun while arguing with her dad or flipping through a magazine to avoid a conversation with her sister. If anything, Heblich’s coolness and often immature arguments need more appearance in the play. When she’s “level headed,” it’s just not as interesting.

Audra Glyn Smith as Catherine’s sister, Claire, remains a favorite of the cast. She may seem dislikable but only because she’s so believable as a caring albeit nagging sister with ulterior motives. Smith evokes the “put-together” link of the family to a “T”—dealing with numbers but only in their conclusive, definitive way of existence (after all, she’s a financial ana-

PORCH SITTING: The cast of ‘Proof,’ including Audra Glyn Smith and Isabel Heblich, pull of stunning performances in the latest Red Barn Studio production. Photo courtesy of Red Barn.

lyst). She’s not one to creatively discover why a number is prime, she’s only there to carry out its end goal. That in essence sums up her role in the family: She doesn’t help with the mess, only comes to “clean it up.” Smith makes Claire’s disconnect clear with venomous pomposity, down to her yuppie suits and designer pajamas. She plays the role as if her NYC reality is the only one that exists, regardless of what’s playing out in front of her. Smith offers an insensitivity to her character but not without clear value: Down deep, it’s obvious her intentions remain loving.

Adam Poole as Catherine’s love interest, Hal, and Robert’s former student, doesn’t bring as much nuance to his character as the others.

Yet, he has a spastic energy that’s often endearing, as he fumbles over actions and words.

Though it wasn’t entirely convincing that Catherine and he had a spark, his necessity to the plot is clear: He helps bring belief back to Catherine’s otherwise questionable existence. It would have been nice to see more “nerdiness” from the mathematician’s character; he came across much more hip than what the dialogue portrays, especially when referencing songs about the imaginary “i.” But who’s to say all mathematicians are Dilberts, any how?

Steve Bakunas plays Robert, Catherine’s fa-

ther, with unrelenting understanding of the material. At first, his character doesn’t come across as “crazy.” He seems more comedic, referring to himself as a patient in a “bughouse” or throwing lovely vulgarities out in normal speech. His casualty is likable, respectable and makes up someone with whom many of us have encountered on a daily basis. Bakunas doesn’t pull off “mad genius” as one may suspect of the role, but when he goes into full-on insane mode, the transformation pulls in the gravitas of the situation. Bakunas flows into Robert without force.

Still, the best role Bakunas maintains in the production comes in his handy work directing the actors (his wife, Linda Lavin, directed his role in the play), as well as stage-designing, along with the help of Shane Fernando. Altogether, each element choreographed a plot of twists and turns that comfortably dance a solid waltz. The set simply astounds upon first and last glance: A full bird feeder during the closing of the first act and an empty one at the beginning of the second effortlessly evokes a change in timeline. The junk pushed underneath the porch lets the audience in on the unkempt appeal of the home before it’s known that it’s dilapidating. The lighting direction by Jeff Loy offers the sunlight rising from the east, with bright yellow fury, and the moonlight’s intoxicating glow with blue overtones. Bravo on all fronts for such thoughtful, smart details. If anything, “Proof” proves a $25 ticket worth its weight in numbers— prime or otherwise.

Ambition Gone Too Far: Locally written play doesn’t add to Mary Shelley’s classic

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uerilla Theatre’s “Frankenstein is Dead” began its run at the Brown Coat Pub and Theatre on October 14th. Written by UNCW graduate Justin Cioppa, the play is an adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic, with a little twist in the plot and a dash of alternative character development.

The back-story’s the same: Victor Frankenstein has created a monster. It’s alive. It’s hideous. Repulsed by his conception, he refuses the creature an identity, often referring to it as “it” and “wretch.” Through his eyes, it’s an abhorred devil, so he abandons it.

In Shelley’s narrative the monster seeks revenge and attention by murdering those close to Frankenstein, eventually killing its creator’s newly wedded wife. Grief-stricken, Frankenstein vows to pursue his monster until one of them is dead, chasing it all the way to the North Pole. But in Cioppa’s world, Frankenstein, played by Brown Coat veteran Chase Harrison, flees Europe with his wife, Elisabeth (Amber Davis). He desperately tries to break away from the devastation that arose with his galvanized giant. Booking passage to the New World, they sail for a new life.

Edging the Atlantic, Frankenstein is nearly overcome at the finish line, as a hurricane leaves him shipwrecked and alone on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The scientist is taken in by some island inhabitants, who soon learn all too well of Frankenstein’s past.

Under the direction of Nick Smith, who also performs as Frankenstein’s mentor Waldmen, the play is grave from start to finish, coated with an overall apprehensiveness. Attempts at comic relief come through with a few one-liners delivered by Agatha (Amanda Young), the feisty town nurse whose doctor-husband ran off with a bow-legged mistress. Yet, most of them fall short due to the ominous tension of each scene. Outside, on the Outer Banks’ shores, the wind is always blowing uncontrollably, and the clangs and moans of the monster are never far off.

“Frankenstein is Dead” is constructed on counter narratives, flashing back and forth between an Outer Banks cabin and

by: Justin Lacy

Frankenstein is Dead

H H 1/2 H H H Guerilla Theatre Brown Coat Pub and Theatre 111 Grace St. • (910) 341-0001 Thurs.-Sun., 10/12 - 24, 28 -31, 8 p.m. • Tickets: $10 www.browncoattheatre.com search of knowledge in hope that he can better mankind. His resolution is so strong, that he often must argue the significance of his time to his bride-to-be.

“We have this tiny window,” an occupied Frankenstein says to a smitten Elisabeth, “a small period of time where our brains, our bodies, our entire being is working at the height of its capacity, where possibility is genuinely limitless, where there is

nothing that we cannot do. Then, one day, without ever seeing it, that window closes.

Ambition concedes to comfort. We don’t do what we can; we do what is expected of us, and nothing more. We just whither away and we die. But our hearts don’t stop beating for another 30 years.”

As events unfold, however, Frankenstein is presented as a mad scientist with too much power and the wrong priorities.

He is a god.

The most prominent flaw with the overall work is that it’s hard to tell what Cioppa’s purpose in writing it was. His story doesn’t express much of anything that Shelley’s hasn’t already said. The endings and settings are entirely different, but it’s all the same content. The same themes are there.

Frankenstein’s monster—the sewn-together corpses of a dozen criminals—still longs for companionship and acceptance.

And Frankenstein remains plagued with his mistakes, disdained with a missed opportunity to seize life, all caused by imbuing it through the inanimate.

Don’t Get noticeD the laboratory that birthed the creature.

Cioppa’s play explores the desolate effects of following ambition too far, until one has distorted into a monster that cannot be related to. Harrison convincingly evokes this transformation in his portrayal of Victor Frankenstein. He greets the audience as a man of innocence, a determined man in

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Almost a Classic:

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t’s been so long since I’ve seen a good “creeper”—the unsettling horror film that gets under the skin and lays eggs in the brain stem. “Let Me In,” a remake of the Scandinavian “Let the Right One In,” which itself is based on a book, is an interesting variation on the ever-popular vampire phenomenon. It’s one of those wonderful little fables—the kind of children’s story for which Struwwelpter is known (although, Struwwelpter would have called it “The Fearful Boy, the Bloodthirsty Little Girl, and the Man with the Acid Burnt Face“). The film focuses on children who are forced to choose between right and wrong. I think Struwwelpter may have been a little disappointed with how this story ends.

The best kind of horror films are ones where the filmmaker plays his cards close to the vest. Horror films can become so campy so quickly—a promising premise can turn into an absolute laughable mess. “Let Me In” is the kind of atmospheric terror-filled story that harkens back to films like “The Omen” (the original, not the terrible remake). Ther’s also touches from films like “Carrie” and “The Shining.” Notice I’m making comparisons to some classics. “Let Me In” could easily be included in a conversation with those greats, as it is arguably one of the best scary movies of the last decade.

The story follows a young boy named Owen (Kodi Smit-McPhee). He’s a lonely kid—small for his age and bullied by some terrible little bastards at school. He lives at home with his tired, white-wine-swilling mother. The divorce has taken its toll. Owen doesn’t have much to look forward to—that is until he meets Abby (Chloe Moretz), the cute girl next door. Since she has moved in, the boring little apartment complex has become far more sinister. People are disappearing. Bodies are turning up. Abby and Owen are both lonely souls. In each other they find compassion and understanding, but their friendship becomes complicated when Owen learns that Abby is a vampire.

Yes, a bloodsucking feral vampire who eats people’s faces like I eat a turkey pot pie.

Director Matt Reeves is an innovative guy. He does a fantastic job of creating this claustrophobic, snow-covered hell, which the characters inhabit. This is a violent, dark fable with very few punches pulled—an extremely graphic movie. But it needs to be.

Ninety-five percent of the film is the potential threat of what lies beneath those glassy eyes and the cute smile. She is a killing machine, and the concept doesn’t work unless we see the monster inside.

Reeves’ other major talent is his ability to stage a seamless scene. His choices are inventive. He limits perspective in many

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Let Me In Starring Kodi Smit-McPhee and Chloe Moretz

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that feels unique. There is a little less bite to the American version. The film benefits from excellent casting. Chloe Moretz continues a spectacular run of performances that go back to last year’s “500 Days of Summer” and this year’s excellent “Kick-Ass.” She shows remarkable range for being 12; as far

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scenes, like leaving the camera inside a car as it crashes into a guard rail and tumbles down a steep hill, or helping sell the idea of a non-existent mother by always having her just out of frame. This is somewhat surprising since his last film, “Cloverfield,” was a total gimmick-filled disaster. There are no gimmicks to “Let Me In.” It’s simple, effective storytelling, and the story is darker than a pail of coal.

The only time the movie fails is when Reeves gets playful with the effects. There are a few scenes augmented with computergenerated imagery that feel out of place. So much effort has been spent crafting this visually rich landscape that the rather obvious effects shots stick out like a sore thumb.

It’s a minor quip, but it speaks to Reeves’ major weakness as a director: an inability to lay off the pedal. A movie like “Let Me In” would be great without the visual bells and whistles. Perhaps it’s a lack of confidence in his own ability, or a belief that the audience couldn’t do without some kind of amped-up visuals. It’s unnecessary.

It amazes me how Reeves was able to take the source material and make something

as kid actors go, she’s among the best. But the film’s greatest performance is young Mr. Smit-McGhee (who should consider a name change). This kid does an almost impossible job of playing Owen. It reminded me a lot of what Haley Joel Osment did in “The Sixth Sense”—that level of anguish and loneliness that lingers around him like a cloud. It’s so rare for a kid this young to be capable of playing a character so filled with despair.

A perfectly dark performance for a perfectly dark film—well, maybe not perfect but damn near close.

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It’s Kind of a Funny Story

Regal Mayfaire Cinemas 900 Town Center Drive • (910) 256-0556 Call for times • $6.50 - $9.50 In this NYC-set comedy/drama, 16-year-old Craig (Keir Gilchrist of “United States of Tara”), stressed out from the demands of being a teenager, checks himself into a mental health clinic.

There he learns that the youth ward is closed – and finds himself stuck in the adult ward. One of the patients, Bobby (Zach Galifianakis), soon becomes both Craig’s mentor and protégé. Craig is also drawn to another 16-year-old, Noelle (Emma Roberts). With a minimum five days’ stay imposed on him, Craig is sustained by friendships on both the inside and the outside as he learns more about life, love, and the pressures of growing up.

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Sullivan Dunn and Amelia Hutchins celebrate bodies and bones at WHQR by: Lauren Hodges

Rib Cages in Self-Sabotage and Circumstance Friday, October 22nd WHQR Gallery 254 N. Front St., Ste 300 www.whqr.org

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NEW SHOW AT WHQR: Sullivan Dunn and Amelia Hutchins show their latest work at WHQR, with opening reception on the 22nd, as part of downtown’s Fourth Friday Gallery Walk.

the boundaries of the body,” Hutchins says.

“This echoes the way my work attempts to address issues of discomfort in the body and the way different individuals deal with their own captivity.”

“Maybe it was in the stars!” Dunn says.

“Amelia and I were both working separately on new ideas, and after discussing our work, we realized that our paths had taken a similar direction and that many of our interpretations were very much related.”

Other similarities include a narrative approach to animals as subjects and a theme of alienation. When asked about their collections and a conveyed message, both women answered with words like “assimilation” and “limitation.” Hutchins adds that they share a similar emotional constitution: neuroses. Dunn confirms this by sharing her fear of a public stoning after showing her work. “I have some exhibition anxiety,” she says.

Luckily, they will have each other to lean on at their next show, a joint exhibit on the walls of WHQR’s gallery.

Earlier this year, they submitted a proposal to the station staff to hang their paintings together. Since being chosen as the fall artists, they have been hard at work developing the concept of imprisonment within society. At press time, Hutchins was still “painting madly” and had singled out a signature piece in her work called “Impervious to the Presence of Things.”

“Nothing is ever what you think it’s going to be,” she says. “Better to feel like you’ve pushed yourself and taken some risks and grown creatively.” The ultimate goal, of course, is to feel that the message has been successfully communicated.

“If you’ve gotten to the meat of things for yourself and said what you wanted or needed to say, that is what is most important,” she says. “For me, the ideas are like mice scratching behind the walls, chewing on electrical wires. If I turn them into an image that makes sense to me, then the scurrying and zapping becomes much less distracting.”

As for Dunn, she is taking the experience as both a challenge and a dream come true. Exhibiting with a supportive friend who she views as an enormous talent has been an inspiration for excellence.

“I love Amelia’s work,” she says. “I think she is easily one of the most talented artists in Wilmington, so I was elated that we would finally have a show together. Of course, the other side is anxiety about my own capabilities as an artist. Thinking of my work hanging next to Amelia’s was a bit daunting, so I really pushed myself to do some things differently.”

Now is the time for both women to finish their last brushstrokes, plan the perfect wall arrangement and speculate on the public reaction. “If people relate to the work it is hugely rewarding, a bonus,” Hutchins says. “I think if you create work hoping for a certain reaction, you are signing up for a world of disappointment.”

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. 25, Groovy art from The Artfuel Bunch: Luke Worley, Sarah Peacock, Josh Payne and Sam Guin.

Caffe Phoenix 35 N. Front Street (910) 343-1395 Monday-Saturday: 11:30am - 10pm Sunday Brunch: 11:30am - 4pm Now exhibiting new paintings by local artist Dick Roberts, founder of No Boundaries and ACME Art Studios. “Abstraction’ will be on display in our commission-free gallery until November 14. Join us for a reception Thursday October 21 from 7-9pm for complimentary light fare and half-price wine prices. For more info, call 910-797-3501.

Crescent Moon 332 Nutt St, The Cotton Exchange (910) 762-4207 Mon.-Sat., 10am-5:30pm; Sun., 12-4pm www.crescentmoonnc.com A retail gift gallery specializing in fine handcrafted art glass and metal sculpture, Crescent Moon welcomes local metal artist Bobby Fuller to the gallery with his standout Jellyfish steeland-copper-hammered sculptures mounted on shell marrow imprinted with shell and sea life fossils. A must see.

Local artists Anne Bartlett has designed new “wine wardens” wine stoppers and Shelby Spencer is getting us in the holiday mood with hand-painted stemware and ornaments. There is always something new and creative arriving at Crescent Moon. Gift Wrapping is free.

Located in The Cotton Exchange where parking is free while shopping or dining. Follow us on twitter or become a fan on Facebook by searching Crescentmoonnc!

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

Hampstead, NC “Beautiful; lots of variety.” “Love the place.”

“Beautiful art work.” “Very nice.” “Art rocks your socks, and you know that.” These are just what a few customers had to say about Hampstead Art Gallery. Come and tell us what you think.

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

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

New Elements Gallery 216 N. Front St. • (919) 343-8997 Tues-Sat: 11am-5:30pm or by appointment www.newelementsgallery.com Acknowledged as one of Wilmington’s premier art and craft venues, New Elements offers a wide variety of work by regional and nationally recognized artists. The gallery features original paintings and prints, as well as sculpture, craft, jewelry, and custom framing. Visitors worldwide make a point of returning to enjoy the distinctive collection of fine art and craft and are frequently impressed by the sheer volume of work available at New Elements, much of which is featured on the gallery’s Web site. The gallery offers art consultation services and is committed to finding unique pieces of art.

“Earthly Delights” opens on Friday, October 22nd, featuring the works of Jeffrey N. Davies and Hiroshi Sueyoshi. Enjoy a remarkable collection of clay and wood by these two gifted artists, both internationally recognized and living in the area.

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. Almost every genre is represented here—oil, pastel and watercolor, clay and glass art, fiber art, turned wood, metal works, artisancrafted jewelry and more. Classes, workshops, pottery studio, custom framing, Creative Exchange lecture series and Coffee With the Author series are also offered on-site.

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Only $12.30 per copy, or two for $20, five for $40 and 10 for $70. Please stop by the gallery and get ready for a laugh!

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pattersonbehn art gallery 511 1/2 Castle Street (910) 251-8886 Tues.-Sat. 11am-5pm www.pattersonbehn.com pattersonbehn picture framing & design has added an art gallery to their space, featuring several local artists. Currently on display are works by Bob Bryden, Michelle Connolly, Karen Paden Crouch, Virginia Wright Frierson, Rachel Kastner, Pam Toll and Katherine Wolf Webb.

We offer a large selection of works on paper in numerous media. In addition there are many different gift ideas such as hand gilded table top frames and one of a kind keepsake boxes. The gallery offers something for everybody.

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Music Meets Charity: Dr. Damien Brezinski talks about the second annual Chords for a Cause by: Carly Yansak

Chords for a Cause featuring Sister Hazel Saturday, October 23rd UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium www.chordsforacause.com

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ress elegant, listen sophisticate, and help altruistic. Grammy-winning rockstars pair up with smooth-stringed orchestral sounds all for selfless missionaries this weekend—and, no, I am not outlining ABC’s new reality series. Capturing the hearts of our public last year, Chords for a Cause brings together a night of magic and music, and combines it with the spirit of giving on Saturday, October 23rd, in UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium.

A nonprofit organization created to utilize the power of music to help others, the event made its debut last year with Edwin McCain as the headliner. In the end, proceeds covered the cost of bringing a mobile pediatric intensive care unit to Wilmington. Then, through the help of the New Hanover Re-

gional Medical Center (NHRMC) Foundation and the Eshelman Foundation, they raised over half a million more to fund the unit—not too shabby for the first year out of the gate.

This year Sister Hazel will be taking the stage with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra for the cause. encore caught up with one of the founders, Dr. Damian Brezinski, to get the details on the event. encore: It says that you, Mayor Saffo, and Edwin McCain were drinking Red Bulls and came up with this idea. But I’m just not satisfied. How on earth did you go from Red Bulls to charity?

Dr. Brezinski: A true story! It all started in 2008 when a chance meeting occurred with Mayor Saffo, myself and Edwin McCain after a charity event. We were on the back porch of the Coastline Convention Center drinking Red Bulls at a very late hour, when the mayor suggested we do a charity event every year. Edwin said he would do it if we could use the local symphony. Fast-forward to November 7th, 2009, and the inaugural signature event with Edwin McCain and the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra raised

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ALL FOR chARity: Sister Hazel plays with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra on Saturday evening as part of the charity event Chords for a Cause.

enough money to bring a mobile pediatric intensive care unit to Wilmington. e: What can attendees expect out of the evening?

DB: The goal of the evening is to entertain and inform. Doors will open at 7 p.m. (please, try to arrive early, as we will be honoring those groups who dedicate their time and efforts to helping those who cannot help themselves). We will feature 19 songs from Sister Hazel, scored for symphony; they will be accompanied by our own Wilmington Symphony Orchestra.

On a number of the songs, we will use The Voyagers; they are the honors chorus program of Hoggard High. We will also be honoring those amazing people from our community that travel on medical missions to Third World countries and the exceptional work that they do. We plan to start the show a little after 8 p.m., and we plan to go well into the night! I think people will get their hard-earned money’s worth. e: Tell me about this year’s cause?

DB: This year’s charity is Mission Ready— a project that recycles date-expired but usable medical equipment, and ships it to Africa and Haiti. A portion of the proceeds will go to Lyrics for Life—this is a charity founded by Sister Hazel’s lead singer, Ken Block, to honor his brother who passed away from cancer.

e: How did you choose this year’s beneficiary?

DB: Like everything else in this project, a random series of events led to a wonderful project. A small group of us—Dr. Ted Winneberger (former director of the NHRMC ER services), Christy Spivey (a nurse clinical manager for NHRMC), my wife and I—were at a kid’s skating party, discussing the next Chords for a Cause, lamenting as to a worthy cause for the year. Ted and Christy were leaving on a mission to Haiti and needed supplies ... the rest is history.

As for Lyrics for Life, Ken Block and I both lost brothers to cancer at very young ages. We bonded over this many years ago and had always planned to do an event to honor our brothers. e: Besides winning a Grammy and being awesome, why did you choose Sister Hazel?

DB: I like working with friends. Ken Block, Ryan Newell and Mark Trojanowski (all from Sister Hazel) are good friends and wonderful musicians. Edwin McCain is also a really good friend and an amazing supporter of the cause. We all consider ourselves blessed and lucky being able to support our families while doing what we truly love and enjoy.

Though Chords for a Cause is sold out, folks can still make donations to this year’s event by heading over to www.chordsforacause.com or call (910) 815-3179. All proceeds benefit Mission Ready and Lyrics for a Cause.

Soulful, Relatable: JJ Grey & Mofro come back to Greenfield Lake

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soulful dose of trials and tribulations, spouts of love, self-reflections and the thoughts of a young man taking on the world—all create intricate pieces to the musical puzzle of JJ Grey & Mofro. Performing at the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on October 22nd, audience members will be swept up in Grey’s innate ability to express elaborate stories of personal and universal truths.

Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Grey was raised in a musical environment influenced by classic soul pioneers, as well as strong, emotional, hard-hitting, southern storytelling. Since his debut in 2001, he has ushered five albums into the industry, all of which have been strong fan favorites in the rhythm and blues, and rock- and country-soul genres.

His most recent work, “Georgia Warehouse,” recorded in his home studio, was released in 2010. Songwriting icons Angelo Petraglia (Kings of Leon) and Chuck Prophet, as well as producer Dan Prothero, teamed up with Grey in St. Augustine, Florida, to create an album further demonstrating improved command over his instruments, voice and the direction of his songs. With every album such elements have remained Grey’s target.

While listening to “Georgia Warehouse,” fans will be surprised to hear songs resembling musical characteristics from some of the greats: Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash, even Stevie Wonder. Joining Grey on the track “The Sweetest Thing” is long-time musical hero and reggae icon Toots Hibbert.

Grey plays the majority of the instruments, including guitars, keys, harmonica and drum beats. He has anthems sung with a gritty voice, saturated in the very experiences life has taken him through. The tough exterior his music is based off and his voice combines with softened instrument selections, all grounded by themes of pure emotion, as sung in “The Sweetest Thing”: “Tell what is this lament/I can’t tell you I’ve been a dead man running/all of my life, and I never felt a thing woman till I met you/The sweetest thing you’re the sweetest thing.”

No stranger to the stage, Grey spent the past decade doing back-to-back tours, and he’s shared time with legendary musicians like The Allman Brothers, Ben Harper, BB King, Lenny Kravitz and Mavis Staples. In addition to his extensive musical résumé, he has performed at a wide variety of music festivals such as Austin City Limits Festival, Bonnaroo, Byron Bay Blues Festival (Australia), and Montreal Jazz Festival and Fuji Rock (Japan). Having had great exposure on our local stages, he’s back to showcase songs from his most recent album, as well as some classic jams. His music has a very relatable vibe to it in the sense that if his instrumental

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FROM THE HEART: JJ Grey & Mofro will play the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater this Friday evening.

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melodies don’t get audiences moving, his lyrics will. Without knowing Grey personally, it’s still effortless to understand where his songs find inception: his soul.

Reviews of Grey run rampant in favor, from Ted Scheinman of “Arts & Entertainment” (“As a songwriter, JJ Grey tends to see his pet subjects: desire, injustice, complaint women, scores worth settling—via metaphors involving wildlife of his native Florida.”), to NPR News’ Marc Silver, who says, “Grey’s stinging, singing guitar, channeled through an old amp for a little extra echo emphasizes just how deep his love is.”

The stage of Greenfield Lake Amphitheater will come alive this Friday evening when he leads the audience on an emotional rollercoaster through his past, present and future.

Though there is an exorbitant amount of artists in today’s musical realm, filtering through them to discover the gems proves less daunting with JJ Grey & Mofro. His sheen presence offers music from the recesses of the heart.

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WeDNeSDAY, OcTObeR 20 marK herBerT & gaBrielle —Green Light Lounge; 21 N. Front St., Basement open mic w/ gary allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 Bangarang w/ lorD walrus & sir nicK BlanD —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 open mic w/ sean gerarD (9pm) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 DJ p. FunK —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 show Tunes w/ Donna merriTT —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 KaraoKe —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 ron ronner —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 KaraoKe —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

Dualing pianos & lee hauser —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 panoramic phrase —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 mac & Juice —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 JeFF & JuDe —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 acT ii —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 DJ Juice —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 KaraoKe —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 KaraoKe wiTh BoB clayTon —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 James Jarvis & FrienDs (7pm-8pm) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 nuTT house improv —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 open mic nighT —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

DJ —High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Bch; 458-0807 The TipTons sax QuarTeT —Squidco, 1003 North 4th St., 910-399-4847

THURSDAY, OcTObeR 21 ron Dallas (7pm-10pm) —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 open mic nighT —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 KaraoKe w/ DJ sTeve —The Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988 live music —Carolina Ale House; 317-c College Rd., 791-9393 DJ s T r e T c h —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 DJ Dane BriTT —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 open mic w/ gary allen —Brass Pelican; 2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City, NC 328-4373 KaraoKe Kong —Orton Pool Room, 133 North Front St.; 343-8878

DJ —Flat Eddie’s; 5400 Oleander Dr., 799-7000 ron hasson —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 Tom sharpe —Village Cafe, 107 Hampstead Village, Hampstead, NC 910-270-3580 live music —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 acousTic Duo (7-10) —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 DJ BaTTle —Odessa, 23 N. Front St.; 251-8814 DJ greg —Green Light Lounge; 21 N. Front St., Basement KaraoKe —Rumors, 5712 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC KaraoKe —Banks Channel Bar & Grille, 530 Causeway Drive; 256-2269 DJ Don’T sTop —Slick and Reds, 2501 S. College Rd.; 798-5355

LivE MUSiC Gabby’s Lounge Friday, October 22

wed 10.20

karaoke night thurs 10.21

trivia night with

dj richtermeister fri 10.22

live music with

leghorn

sat 10.23

cool kid collective

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910-256-3838 wildwingcafe.com

ROD & TODD

Join us THURSDAYS on our patio for Live Music and Free Wine Tastings!

7-10PM

October 14

Saturday, October 23

5-6 Free Wine Tasting

MIKE MILLER

6-8pm LivE MUSiC BY MaTT HaMM

Monday $2.50 Budweiser Draft •$4 Wells ½ Priced Select Appetizers from 4- 7 Tuesday $2.50 All Drafts $4.50 Absolut Lemonade ½ Priced Select Appetizers from 4 until 7 Wednesday $2.50 Yuengling Draft $2.50 Domestic Bottles ½ Priced Select Appetizers from 4 until 7 Thursday $3 Coronas • $4 Margaritas ½ Priced Select Appetizers from 4 until 7

7-10PM

Drink Specials: 2 for $20 - Get

Friday, October 29

Cheese, Chocolate and 2 drinks*

Friday $3 Pint of The Day

OVERTYME

for only $20

Saturday $5 Sangria

October 21

Sunday $5 Bloody Marys *Drink Specials Run All Day, But Food Specials Shown Are From 4 Until 7 Only.

7-10PM

5-6 Free Wine Tasting

Saturday, October 30

Drink Specials: 2 for $20 - Get

MIKE O’DONNELL 7-10PM

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Cheese, Chocolate and 2 drinks* for only $20 *Managers Choice 885 Town Center Drive Wilmington, NC (910) 256-1187

Certain Appetizers are Excluded from Special.

selah DuBB —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 live music —Romanelli’s, Leland; 383-1885 gypsy Fire —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 open mic —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 FrieD loT —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 The FusTics —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 gogglez pizano —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 FreD Flynn & wes sayer —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 4Thelove music FesT : Fuzzy g, sweeT sweeT scum, mixgroTTo, aunT polly’s glass eye, golDen, mac Boi, one shoT Johnny, 1sT inFanTry —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 7 leaF, liQuiD paper, eli shaKur, ricK smalls & preTTy Boy w/ miKe lang —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616

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live acousTic —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 DJ ceD —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 KaraoKe —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 Tom rhoDes —Front Street Brewery, 9 N. Front St.; 251-1935 James Jarvis & FrienDs (7pm-8pm) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 Top 40 DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 miKe o’Donnell —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 DJ richTermeisTer —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 nuTT sTreeT open mic —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 DJ “mr lee” —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595

THURSDAY 10/14 Surf Night Video Premier 1/2 Price Bar DJ

FRIDAY 10/15 tABOr ENtErtAiNMENt SATURDAY 10/16 DL tOkEN SUNDAY 10/17 fOOtBALL $6 Game Day Pitchers Double Wings

MONDAY 10/18 MONDAY Night fOOtBALL $2 for 2 Tacos

COLLEgE gAME DAY Sunday ticket 22 hD tVs Big SCrEEN 15 Carolina Beach Ave. N Carolina Beach (910) 458-5255

firedance & drums @ dark, dJ miT PsyTrance (11Pm) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 karaoke wiTh BoB clayTon —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 classy karaoke wiTh mandy clayTon —Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001 The Travelers —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212

fRIDAY, OCTObER 22 dJ — The Toolbox, 2325 Burnette Blvd.; 343-6988 dJ — Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255 karaoke wiTh BoB clayTon — Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 karaoke kong — Slick and Reds, 2501 S. College Rd.; 798-5355 dJ — Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 James Jarvis & friends (7Pm-8Pm) — The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 dJ — Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872 dJ scooTer fresh — Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402

friday nighT follies dance dJ — Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 dJ dusTin — Odessa, 23 N. Front St.; 251-8814 live music — Islands Fresh Mex Grill, 260 Racine Dr., Wilmington, 799-2109 dJ — Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 dJ eric (10Pm-2am) — Rumors, 5712 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC Piano show — Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 ron eTheridge & Jason woolwine — Barbary Coast; 116 S. Front St., 762-8996 Beach & shag w/ dJ rock — Rumors, 5712 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC oPen mic nighT — Java Junkies Coffee Bar; 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977 dJ ced — The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 Pelicanesis, fracTal farm (8Pm) — Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 Bmw — Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 PurPle schoolBus w/ grovesound — 16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 live music, dJ dane BriTT — Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

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Tom noonan and Jane houseal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Costelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 Jefferson ross â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 JJ greg & mofro â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Greenfield Lake Amphitheater rod & Todd â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Holiday Inn Resort (Gabbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 overTyme â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Surfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 The wallclock wannaBees â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 Tom rhodes and The rhode squallers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224 Jaime schumar â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 concreTe JumPsuiT â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558 leghorn â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 dJ Time â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Fibber McGeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 dJ s T r e T c h â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Trebenzioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 laTino nighT wiTh dJ â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595

THE SCREAMING CRAYONS: appearing at the Soapbox Lounge Saturday, October 23rd.

woodwork roadshow â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 Play iT loud! : gollum, silver Judas, couP de grace, chamPion of The sun, s.o.l., PreTend surPrise!, minor sTars, hoTTrod, Jason andre (5Pm-1am) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 live music â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 2806 Independence Blvd.; 793-2929 live music â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385 (at the Mad Boar Restaurant), 285-8888

live music â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 Play iT loud! : d&d sluggers, unholy Tongues, hare krishna, monkeyknifefighT, fuzz Jackson, mindsone, Black hellaTones, Byrzenix, sean Thomas gerard, ron eTheridge, Jesse sTockTon, cass sTroehmer (5Pm-1am) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Bald fury â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Big Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s American Saloon; 6745-B Market St.

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Your Downtown Sports Pub! MONDAY $10 Bud/Light Buckets $4 Jack Daniels â&#x20AC;˘ $3 Capt. Morgan TUESDAY $1 Tacos 4-7pm â&#x20AC;˘ $3 sauza $15 margarita pitchers $3 Mexican Beers $5 Top Shelf Tequila â&#x20AC;˘ $7 Patron WEDNESDAY $3 Pints (10 Drafts) $5 Jager Bombs â&#x20AC;˘ $2 wells THURSDAY Mug Night $2 Domestic Drafts w/HK MUG $5 Bombers â&#x20AC;˘ $4 Jim Beam $3 pinnacle flavored vodkas $3.50 MicroBrews FRIDAY $3 Select Draft â&#x20AC;˘ $4 Fire Fly Shooters $5 Red Bull Vodka SATURDAY $2.50 Miller Lt or Yuengling Draft $8 Pitcher â&#x20AC;˘ $3 Kamikaze $4 Well Drinks SUNDAY $2.50 Bud/Light Draft $8 Pitcher â&#x20AC;˘ $5 Crown Royal $4 Bloody Mary 1/2 priced select appetizers m-f 4-7pm CATCH ALL THE ACTION WITH MLB EXTRA INNINGS ON 10 HDTVs and HD big screen Your Team - Every Game, Every DAY 118 Princess St â&#x20AC;˘ (910)763-4133

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SATuRDAY, OCTObER 23 karaoke wiTh BoB clayTon â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 karaoke â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Griffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern @ George St.; 6320 Market St., 793-2628 dJ P. money â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 dJ â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Level 5/City Stage, 21 N. Front St.; 342-0872

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Live Music —Oceanic, Oceanfront Wrightsville Beach; 256-5551 iaMhuMan —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 DJ —Odessa, 23 N. Front St.; 251-8814 DJ s T R e T c h —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 DJ —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 Dance DJ —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 DJ eRic (10pM-2aM) —Rumors, 5712 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC Beach & shag w/ DJ Rock —Rumors, 5712 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC DJ —Ronnie’s Place, 6745-B Market St.; 228-8056 kaRaoke —Java Junkies Coffee Bar; 3901 B Wrightsville Ave., 399-6977 piano show —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 The ReD sonJa BanD —Deep South Bar, 430 South Dawson St., Raleigh, 919-833-1255 BLiveT, DJ Dane BRiTT —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219

TaBoR enTeRTainMenT —Black Horn Bar, 15 Carolina Beach Avenue N.; 458-5255 Donna MeRRiT —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 The scReaMing cRayons, aLexis BinghaM, aDaM, MiTcheLL —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Funky caBBage —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 RanDy McQuay —Holiday Inn Resort (Gabby’s Lounge), 1706 N. Lumina Ave.; 256-2231 MasonBoRo sounD —Sweet & Savory Cafe; 1611 Pavilion Plc.,256-0115 JaM sanDwich —Buffalo Wild Wings, Monkey Junction; 392-7224 Jake MeLnyk & chRis BRazeLL —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 The necessaRy BanD —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 Live Music —Firebelly Lounge, 265 N. Front St.; 763-0141 paLe RiDeR —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 cooL kiD coLLecTive —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 cLassy kaRaoke wiTh ManDy cLayTon —Remedies, Market Street; 392-8001

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DJ scooTeR FResh —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 yo MaMa’s Big FaT BooTy BanD, DopapoD —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Live Music —Murphy’s Irish Pub; off I-40 @ exit 385 (at the Mad Boar Restaurant), 285-8888 sTephen gossin —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 zoMBie waLk iii (1pM), Rocky hoRRoR picTuRe show (10pM) —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 eyes oF The eLDeRs —Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558 sisTeR hazeL —Kenan Auditorium UNCW Campus; 313-2584

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DJ p. Money —Rox, 208 Market St.; 343-0402 peRRy sMiTh (BRunch 12-2) —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 L shape LoT (3-7), sTeve ToDD & saM MeLvin (8-12) —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 RogeR Davis (BRunch) —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 JaM wiTh Benny hiLL —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 weak TeeTh, Two FuneRaLs, BLacks —Reggie’s, 1415 S. 42nd St. JusTin sizeMoRe —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223

mOnday, OctOber 25 BReTT Johnson’s JaM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 open Mic nighT —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 DJ Dane BRiTT —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 JaMes JaRvis & FRienDs (7pM-8pM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 open Mic w/ Beau —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 The seLekT —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

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DJ RichTeRMeisTeR —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 DJ TiMe —Trebenzio’s, 141 N. Front St.; 815-3301 open Mic nighT —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 open Mic nighT —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 Ron eTheRiDge & TRavis shaLLow —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866

tuesday, OctOber 26

Ron DaLLas (7pM-10pM) —Caffe Phoenix, 9 S Front St.; 343-1395 open Mic nighT —Surf’s Bar & Grill; 5500 Market St., 791-9021 kaRaoke —Yosake Sushi Lounge, 31 S. Front St.; 763-3172 Benny hiLL —Aubriana’s; 115 S. Front St., 763-7773 Johnny acousTic —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 kaRaoke —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 kaRaoke —Rumors, 5712 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC kaRaoke w/ DJ Dane BRiTT —Beach House Bar ‘n’ Grill, 7219 Market St.; 689-7219 open Mic nighT —Mellow Mushroom, 4311 Oleander Drive; 452-3773 The conTRaBanD —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088

The MoveMenT —Kefi, 2012 Eastwood Road; 256-3558 oLD canes, owL Laws —Soapbox Upstairs, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 Live acousTic —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 The BiL kRauss show —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 RooT souL pRoJecT —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 JeReMy QuenTin —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 MaRk siegeL —Rucker John’s, 5564 Carolina Beach Rd.; 452-1212 cape FeaR BLues JaM —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 kaRaoke kong —16 Taps, 127 Princess St.; 251-1616 JaMes JaRvis & FRienDs (7pM-8pM) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 kaRaoke wiTh BoB cLayTon —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 nuTT house iMpRov —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 RaDio hayes anD echopoinT21 —Goat and Compass, 710 N. 4th St.; 772-1400 DJ “MR Lee” —Carolina Lounge, 5001A Market St.; 791-7595

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Jesse sTockTon —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 cRunk wiTch —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737 gaLen on guiTaR (BRunch) —Courtyard Marriott, 100 Charlotte Ave., Carolina Beach; (800) 321-2211 DJ ceD —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 kaRaoke —Green Light Lounge; 21 N. Front St., Basement kaRaoke w/ DJ BaTTLe —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 DJBe kaRaoke ugLy —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 The cenTRaL paRk BanD —Bluewater Grill, 4 Marina St.; 256-8500

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TUESDAY - Shag Night Free Shag Lessons w/ Brad White Beginner 7:30 Intermediate 8:00 Dancing till 11:00 $5 cover $2 Domestics $3 Imports

MONDAY - Service Industry Night (Special and Draft of choice for $6.99 TUESDAY - $2 Wells WEDNESDAY- 100 oz. PBR or Bud Light ONLY $10 • $1 Tacos THURSDAY - Margaritas $3 FRIDAY - $3 Wells SATURDAY - $5 L.I.T. SUNDAY - Bucket of Beer Specials

THURSDAY - Line Dance Line Dance Lessons with Barbara Braak @ 7:30 Country Line Dancing 9:30 $2 Coors light

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

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CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT: 1PM sign up; 2PM start - $10/team.

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SUNDAY

BEER PONG TOURNAMENT: 1PM sign up; 2PM start - $10/team. 2nd place gets $10, 1st gets the rest!!

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FRIDAY - Salsa Night Begins with Argentine Tango Lessons @ 7:30 $5 cover Salsa Lessons @ 9:30 & DJ Lalo Open till 2:30 $2 Tequila Shots $3 Corona SATURDAY Salsa @ 9:00 with DJ LaLo $2 Coors Light $3 Dos XX SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3oth

HALLOWEEN PARTY CARL NEWTON and the 5th Avenue Band, 9pm

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DJ eyeCon —SideBar; 18 S. Front St., 763-1401 AGe, HellSHoCk, Devour, StripmineS, no tomorroW —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500

WEDNESDAy, OCTOBER 27

mArk HerBert & GABrielle —Green Light Lounge; 21 N. Front St., Basement open miC W/ GAry Allen —Rusty Nail, 1310 S. 5th Ave.; 251-1888 BAnGArAnG W/ lorD WAlruS & Sir niCk BlAnD —Red Dogs, 5 N. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach; 256-2776 SHoW tuneS W/ DonnA merritt —Costello’s Piano Bar, 211 Princess Street; 362-9666 kArAoke —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838 open miC W/ SeAn GerArD (9pm) —Soapbox Lounge, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 kArAoke —Katy’s, 1054 S. College Rd.; 395-6204 DJ p. Funk —Fibber McGee’s, 1610 Pavilion Pl; 509-1551 DuAlinG piAnoS & lee HAuSer —Rum Runners, 21 N. Front St.; 815-3846 DJ JuiCe —The Rhino Club, 125 Market St.; 762-2206 kArAoke —Wild Wing Cafe, 1331 Military Cutoff; 256-3838

Four out oF SAx —The Whiskey, 1 S. Front St.; 763-3088 oySterBoy —Duck & Dive, 114 Dock Street, 399-2866 ACt ii —Dead Dog Saloon, 760 Coastal Grand, Myrtle Beach, SC; 843-839-3647 kArAoke —Ibiza, 118 Market St.; 251-1301 DJ —High Tide Lounge, 1800 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Bch; 458-0807 JAmeS JArviS & FrienDS (7pm-8pm) —The Harp; 1423 South 3rd St.,763-1607 ron ronner —Reel Cafe, 100 S. Front St.; 251-1832 kArAoke WitH BoB ClAyton —Midtown Seafood, 4106 Oleander Dr.; 792-6880 nutt HouSe improv —Nutt Street Comedy Room, 255 N. Front St.; 251-8500 open miC niGHt —Juggling Gypsy Cafe, 1612 Castle St.; 763-2223 ron & roGer/ ryAn poWerS Boyle —Bottega Gallery, 208 North Front St.; 763-3737

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

Show Stoppers: Concerts around the region THE ORANGE PEEL 101 Biltmore Avenue ASHeville, nC (828) 225-5851

AMOS’ SOUTHEND 1423 SoutH tryon St. CHArlotte, nC (704) 377-6874

10/21: Perpetual Groove, Wyllys 10/22: Blizzard Of Ozzy 10/23: JJ Grey & Mofro 10/24: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Langhorne Slim, Jesse Sykes and Phil Wandscher, Mimicking Birds 10/25: Mayer Hawthorne & the County, The Heavy, Gordon Voidwell 10/27: Ghostface Killah

10/22: Mayday Parade, Breathe Carolina, Every Avenue, Artist Vs Poet, Go Radio 10/24: Jim Brock, Bob Margolin, Part Time Blues Band, Wsnb, The Voodoo Brothers, Sheila Carlisle And Special Guests (Benefit For Robin Rodgers) 10/27: Curren$y, Big K.r.i.t., Smoke Dza, Corner Boy P, Fiend, Boaz, Dow Jones

HOUSE OF BLUES 4640 HWy 17 S., myrtle BeACH, SC (843) 272-3000

THE FILLMORE CHARLOTTE 820 HAmilton Street CHArlotte, nC (704) 549-5555

10/21: Sublime (photo), Rome, The Dirty Heads 10/22: Black Label Society, CLUTCH & Children of Bodom 10/23: Blues Traveler, John Owen’s Journal 10/25: Phoenix, WAVVES, A Million Years 10/27: 311, The Movement

ROAD RUNNER MOBILE AMPHITHEATRE 820 HAmilton Street CHArlotte, nC (704) 549-5555 10/20: Stone Temple Pilots

10/24: Black Label Society, Clutch, Children of Bodom

RBC CENTER 1400 eDWArDS mill rD. rAleiGH,nC (919) 861-2300

10/23: Hank Williams Jr., Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson 10/26: Muse

ALABAMA THEATRE 4750 HWy 17 SoutH n. myrtle BeACH, SC (843) 272-1111 10/23: Oak Ridge Boys

LINCOLN THEATRE 126 e. CABArruS St. rAleiGH, nC (919) 821-4111 10/21: Major 7’s, Joey Panzarella 10/23: Airiel Down, Rocket Surgeon, Adam Pitts, Chris Vickery, Sometimez…Why? 10/27: MiMOSA, Two Fresh, Michal Minert

CAT’S CRADLE 300 e. mAin St. CArrBoro, nC (919) 967-9053 10/20: Matt & Kim, Donnis 10/21: SOJA, Mambo Sauce 10/22: Guided By Voices, Sweet Apple 10/23: Railroad Earth 10/24: Billy Kelly and The Blah Blah Blahs 10/26: Ghostface Killah, Sheek Louch (of the Lox), Music by Frank Dukes 10/27: High On Fire, Torche, Kylesa

BOJANGLES’ COLISEUM 2700 e inDepenDenCe BoulevArD, CHArlotte, nC (704) 372-3600 10/22: Maze featuring Frankie Beverly 10/23: Machete Music Tour 2010: Ivy Queen, Tego Calderon, Cosculluela, Angel Y Khriz, Chino Y Nacho, Jowell Y Randy, Flex

GREENSBORO COLISEUM 1921 WeSt lee St., GreenSBoro 336-373-7400 10/21: Greensboro Symphony Masterworks Concert 10/23: Daniel Tosh - Twenty Ten Tour (comedy)

CAROLINA THEATRE 309 W. morGAn St., DurHAm (919) 560-3030

10/26: Macy Gray

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In its second year as the Port City’s most successful dining event, Wilmington Restaurant Week was created for those who love to eat! No pretense or snobbery here—it’s all about area chefs serving up delicious cuisine in some of the area’s best venues.

Held each spring and fall, this new culinary tradition features over 30 Cape Fear restaurants, all offering three- and four-course lunch and/or dinner menus at deeply discounted prices. This year we’ve made participation easier than ever. There are no passes to print; diners just show up at the restaurants and request to redeem the WRW offer. This offers the opportunity to explore new dining opportunities or enjoy old favorites.

While the menus are here for just a week, diners are sure to get a new favorite stop that might be a little unexpected Inside this issue of encore, readers can find the official Wilmington Restaurant Week Guide. It’s an easy-to-carry companion to help plan eight days of culinary bliss. From Asian to French, American to Italian, Latin to fondue, Wilmington Restaurant Week has it

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F. Aubriana’s Restaurant 115 S. Front St. • (910) 763-7773 Three-course dinner: $30/person

B. The Basics 319 N. Front St. (910) 343-1050 in the Cotton Exchange Three-course dinner for two: $55

G. The Little Dipper 138 S. Front St. • (910) 251-0433 Four-course dinner: $27/person

C. The Eat Spot 34 N. Front St. • (910) 763-5379 Three-course lunch or dinner: $20/ person

H. Press 102 102 S. Second St. • (910) 399-4438 Three-course lunch: $15/person Three-course dinner: $25/person

D. Caprice Bistro 10 Market St. • (910) 815-0810 Three-course dinner: $25/person

I. YoSake Downtown Sushi Lounge 31 S. Front St. • (910) 763-3172 Four-course dinner: $26/person

E. Mixto 21 S. Water St. • (910) 399-4501 $5 Lunch/person Four-course dinner: $20/person

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Dig into Wilmington Restaurant Week Go behind the scenes • Hobnob with chefs • Mingle with mixologists • Get the dish

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Tastings at seven restaurants including Restaurant Week participants Aubriana’s and The Eat Spot 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays $38

Five cocktail tastings including Restaurant Week participants Press 102 and Caprice Bistro 5:30 to 7 p.m. Fridays $25

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Midnight cash balloon drop!

Costume contest @ 9pm

Join us for a drink at our haunted bar!

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“HALLOWEEN PHOTOS WITH MICHAEL DUNN PHOTOGRAPHY AND STOOPIDGIRL PHOTOGRAPHY!”

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A limited number of tickets are available for purchase at the UNCW Athletic Office or by calling 910-962-3233

Get an exclusive look at the upcoming men’s and women’s basketball seasons Wednesday, Oct. 27 • 11:30AM - 1PM At the new Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurant on Old Eastwood Rd. Featuring talks from new skippers Buzz Peterson and Cynthia Cooper-Dyke as well as an all-you-can-eat buffet of wings, wraps, salad and soft drinks.

Buffalo Wild Wings, a Bronze corporate sponsor with UNCW Athletics, is located at 206 Old Eastwood Road. Proceeds from the event benefit the Basketball Excellence Fund.

FRIDAY – SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22-24

Men’s Tennis hosts Seahawk Fall Invitational – All Day FRIDAY – SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22-24

Women’s Golf hosts Landfall Tradition @ Country Club of Landfall – Dye Course – All Day SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23

Men’s Soccer vs Towson – 7:00pm

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e d i u g g n i din american Brixx Wood Fired Pizza A short drive from the beach, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza in Mayfaire Town Center is a fun, friendly neighborhood restaurant. Serving the best brick-oven pizzas around, Brixx also offers a fine selection of signature focaccia sandwiches, pastas, fresh salads and desserts. Stop in for a quick lunch, or kick back on the patio with one of 24 beers on tap or 14 wines by the glass.

Brixx is also a late-night destination, serving 2for-1 pizzas and appetizers after 10pm Open until 1am Monday through Saturday and 11pm on Sunday.6801 Main Street, Wilmington, NC 28405. (910) 256-9677. www.brixxpizza.com.

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

cHriS’ coSmic KiTcHen cosmicKitchenonline.com Serving breakfast all day as well as lunch and handmade cheesecake, Chef and Owner Chris Lubben loves to make many of his menu items from scratch. Whether you’re in the mood for a fluffy 3-egg Omelet, Shrimp & Grits, Prime Rib Sandwich or Andes Mint Cheesecake, Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is your “Out of this World” Breakfast/Lunch Destination. Evening restaurant rental is available, as well as a Personal Chef service.

Chris’ Cosmic Kitchen is located at 420 Eastwood Rd, Unit 109, on the corner of Racine Dr. and Eastwood Rd. OPEN: Tuesday-Saturday 7am-4pm & 5pm-9pm. Sunday Brunch 9-2. Closed Monday.

Take-out calls welcome, 792-6720. Follow us on Twitter @CosmicKitchen.

c.G. daWGS For great traditional New York style eats with Southern charm look no further than C.G. Dawgs. You will be drawn in by the aroma of fine beef franks served with witty banter and good natured delivery from the cleanest hot dog carts in Wilmington. Sabrett famous hot dogs and Italian sausages are the primary fare offered, with a myriad of condiments for all of your mid-day or late night cravings. You may find them daily at their new location on the boardwalk of Market and Water St. from 11am to 5pm. Saturdays at the farmers market.

Thursday-Saturday nights they are on Market

St. between Front and 2nd St. from 10pm to 3:00am. Then they finish the week off at Fibbers on Sunday nights until 3am. To busy to leave the office? Ask about their lunch time delivery service for downtown!!

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

Family-style meals to go available. FlatEddiesRestaurant.com. 5400 Oleander Drive, Wilmington .

(910) 799.7000.

HenrY’S A local favorite, Henry’s is the ‘place to be’ for great food, a lively bar and awesome patio dining. Henry’s serves up American cuisine at its finest and offers daily blackboard specials that include entrees with fresh, local ingredients. Come early for lunch, because its going to be packed. Dinner too! Henry’s Pine Room is ideal for private functions up to 30 people.

Henry’s is home to live music, wine & beer dinners and other special events. Check out their calendar of events at HenrysRestaurant. com for details. 2508 Independence Boulevard, Wilmington, NC. (910) 793.2929.

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

KeFi Kefi, founded in 1981 by a group of friends, has a long-standing tradition as a favorite local watering hole. This Wrightsville-Beach eatery is open at 6am for breakfast, offering everything from omelets and pancakes, to shrimp and grits. Take a break from the beach and visit Kefi’s, where their menu features a variety of salads and sandwiches. There is even a “working man’s lunch,” served Monday through Friday, all for under $6. At night Kefi comes alive by serving dinner with a Southern flare. From the fried pickles appetizer to their the shrimp or oyster Po’boy to their nightly dinner specials, there is something that will make your taste buds sing.

Then stick around for live music on Friday, Saturday and Sunday; nightly drink specials

are offered. Go online at www.kefilive.com for more info and full music schedule. Open 6am-2am, seven days a week, with full ABC permits. Lunch deliveries available in the Wrightsville Beach area. Located at 2012 Eastwood Road, (910) 256-3558.

THe LiTTLe diPPer Wilmington’s favorite fondue restaurant! The Little Dipper specializes in unique fondue dishes with a global variety of cheeses, meats, seafood, vegetables, chocolates and fine wines.

The warm and intimate dining room is a great place to enjoy a four-course meal, or indulge in appetizers and desserts outside on the back deck or in the bar while watching luminescent jellyfish. Open Tuesday-Sunday, serving dinner at 5pm. Reservations are appreciated for parties of any size. Located at the corner of Front and Orange in Downtown Wilmington. 138 South Front Street • (910) 251-0433

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

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

meLLoW mUSHroom Mellow out and relax in the comfortable atmosphere that Mellow Mushroom offers. From the giant psychadelic ‘shroom located in the bar area to the Cadillac hanging on the wall, this restaurant is far from ordinary. The open kitchen brings live entertainment as pizza dough flies in the air. Their 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. Also, check out their lunch specials and variety of sandwiches. Their menu also caters to everyone and offers many vegetarian dishes. Live jazz on Wednesdays. Hours: Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm; Sun., 12pm-9pm. 4311 Oleander Drive, (910) 452-3773.

homemade chili, slaw and sauces. Dogs include Smithfield (beef & pork), Southern Dog, Sabrett (all beef), Northern Dog, Carolina Packers Pork Dog (smoked sausage), Oscar Mayer 98% Fat Free Dogs (turkey) and Light Life Veggie Dog (soy). Locations are: 126 N. Front Street Open six days including Thurs., Fri., and Sat. night from 10pm-3am; 343-2999, 94 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach 11-5pm 7days a week, 6pm9pm Sun-Wed, and 6pm-3am Th-Sat. 256-1421; 4502 Fountain Dr., 452-3952. Open at 11am on Sat.; South Howe St. in Southport, 457-7017; 103A Cape Fear Blvd in Carolina Beach, 4585778. Catering cart available all year from $300.

(910) 297-8416.

aSian BiG THai and BiG THai TWo Now with two convenient locations to serve you, Big Thai features authentic Thai cuisine in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Their delectable menu includes items such as Pineapple Fried Rice with Cashews, Roasted Duck in Red Curry, and several options for vegetarians and vegans.

And don’t forget to try their famous Coconut Cake, made fresh in-house. You won’t regret it.

Big Thai One (1001 N. 4th St. in the Brooklyn Arts District; 763-3035): Lunch M-F, 11-2. Dinner MTh 5-9, F-Sa 5-10, Closed Sunday. Big Thai Two (1319 Military Cutoff Rd. inside Landfall Center; 256-6588): Lunch M-F 11-2:30, Dinner M-Th 5-9, F-Sa 5-10, Sunday 5-9.

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

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

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

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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 46pm, where diners can choose two: shrimp, chicken or steak. Open Monday thru Thursday 4pm-10pm; Friday and Saturday 4pm10:30pm; and Sunday 11am-10pm. Located at 222 Old Eastwood Road (910) 794-1570.

Please visit the Web site at hirojapanesesteakhouse.com.

IndochIne restaurant and lounge If you’re ready to experience the wonders of the Orient without having to leave Wilmington, join us at Indochine for a truly unique experience. Indochine brings the flavors of the Far East to the Port City, combining the best of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine in an atmosphere that will transport you and your taste buds. Relax in our elegantly decorated dining room, complete with antique Asian decor as well as contemporary artwork and music. Our diverse, friendly and efficient staff will serve you beautifully presented dishes full of enticing aromas and flavors. Be sure to try such signature items as the spicy and savory Roasted Duck with Red Curry, or the

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

euro FusIon press 102 espresso. panini. Martini.

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

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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 afterdinner 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.

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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! www.giorgios-restaurant.com. 5226 S College Rd.,Wilmington (910) 790-9954.

slIce oF lIFe “Slice” has become a home away from home for tourists and locals alike. Our menu includes salads, tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, homemade soups, subs and, of course, pizza. We only serve the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our food, and our dough is made daily with purified water. We have the largest tequila selection in Wilmington. Voted “Best Pizza” and “Best Late Night Eatery.” Stop by for lunch dinner, or a late-night treat, open from 11:30am until 3am, seven days a week, 365 days a year, all ABC permits. 122 Market Street between Second and Front, downtown Wilmington. 251-9444. Visit our 2nd location at 1437 Military Cutoff Rd., next to PT’s! (910) 256-2229 www.grabslice.com.

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

Large parties welcome. RomanellisRestaurant.com. 503 Olde Waterford Way, Leland.

(910) 383.1885.

JaMaIcan JaMaIca’s coMFort Zone Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is Wilmington’s Authentic Caribbean Restaurant conveniently located at 417 S. College Road in University Landing. We offer exquisite Caribbean cuisine to satisfy your taste buds, whether they are for spicy Jamaican jerk chicken, mellow flavors of our curry chicken, curry goat or our ox tail skillfully flavored by our Jamaican chefs. Come in and enjoy our many menu selections, our warm décor, atmosphere, excellent service and our smooth reggae music. Operating hours are: Sunday 3:00pm – 8:00pm; Wednesday – Saturday

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11:45am – 9:00pm (Closed Monday and Tuesday). Jamaica’s Comfort Zone is family owned and operated. Check us out at www. jamaicascomfortzone.com or call us at (910) 399-2867.

latin american san juan cafe San Juan Café offers 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. Nightly drink specials! Hours of Operation Mon-Sat from 11am-2:30pm, and from 5-10pm. Open Sun from 5-10pm. Located at 3314 Wrightsville Avenue. 910.790.8661 Follow us on Facebook/Twitter for live music updates! 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 Monday through Friday, 9am to 7pm; Saturday, 9am to 6pm; and on Sundays, 10am to 6pm. Café hours: Monday-Friday, 11am–6pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm. Located at 1319 Military Cutoff Road; (910) 509-0331; www.loveysmarket.com.

tidal creeK co-oP Tidal Creek Deli offers a wide array of exceptional and unusual organic foods, all of which taste as good as they are for you.

The salad bar and hot bar incorporate flavors from around the world; each item is prepared by hand using only fresh and local ingredients. The chefs are constantly experimenting to create new and exciting dishes. Choose from made to order smoothies with almond butter and hemp milk, salads with locally grown greens or, special order a wedding cake made from scratch to your specifications. Whatever your tastes, Tidal Creek Deli is a place to rejuvenate the mind and body while enjoying the company of a friendly and relaxed organic community. Located at 5329 Oleander Drive, (910) 799-2667; www.tidalcreek.coop.

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

You’ll have a great time eating in our “Bohemian-Chic” atmosphere, where you’ll feel just as comfortable in flip flops as you would in a business suit. ! Located at 12 Dock St in downtown Wilmington. Open for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. (910) 762-2827. www.dockstreetoysterbar.net.

east at tHe BlocKade runner Hotel The Blockade Runner offers an array of seasonal seafood specials, certified Angus beef, lobster menu on Friday evening plus a spectacular Sunday brunch. Romantic al fresco dining is available on our dinner deck located in the center of a lush garden overlooking the ocean far away from the traffic and noise. We offer live entertainment on Saturday evening and Sunday brunch. Our lounge is eco-friendly and offers light fare nightly. 275 Waynick Blvd.

Wrightsville Beach. (910) 256-2251.

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

Complete with a full-service bar and a fireside oyster bar, it’s the place to be if you are seeking top-quality attributes in atmosphere, presentation, flavor and ingenuity. Signature dishes include Oysters Hieronymus and the Scallops Fra Diavlo. Hieronymus has all ABC permits and also provides catering. Voted “Best Seafood” in 2007. 5035 Market Street; (910) 392-6313.

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

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

sPorts Bar carolina ale House Voted best new restaurant AND best sports bar of 2010 in Wilmington, Carolina Ale House is the place to be for award-winning food, sports and fun. Located on College Rd. near UNCW, this lively sportsthemed restaurant is home to over 40 HD TVs and the biggest HD projector TVs in Wilmington. Covered and open outdoor seating is available. Lunch and dinner specials are offered daily, as well as the coldest $2 and $3 drafts in town. Carolina Ale House serves its full menu from 11a – 2a daily. CarolinaAleHouse.com. 317 South College Road, Wilmington, NC. (910) 791.9393.

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, weekly trivia and Texas Hold ‘Em tournaments, and did we mention sports? Free lunchtime delivery on weekdays; we can accommodate large parties. M-Sat 11am until late, open Sundays, noon. 118 Princess St, (910) 763-4133. www.hellskitchenbar.com

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admit: Upon arriving to NC, within 48 hours I faced racism in ways I thought I would not.

To celebrate my new arrival, my husband took a group of us to dinner and a movie. In the theatre, a few young obnoxious men sat behind us and insisted on not only critiquing the film but carrying on rhetorical conversation with its characters. I was prepared to turn around and ask them to be quiet, but the woman next to me uttered something that stopped me in my tracks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Godâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;black people. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;re all the same.â&#x20AC;? To me it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter if they were black, white or pink. I only cared that they were annoying.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this idea of inequality and ignorance that author and UNCW professor Gerard Philip underlines within his vital and critical work, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Rising.â&#x20AC;? Based on actual events, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape

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Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? depicts a southern cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s racial nightmare at the bend of the century. More than just a tale of racism and freedom of expression, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? brings to the forefront an embarrassing moment in United

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States history when the building blocks of democracy utterly collapsed.

The climax centers around The Daily Record, known as the first â&#x20AC;&#x153;Afro-Americanâ&#x20AC;? daily newspaper in the country. Its editor, Alex Manly, was banished from the city under a death sentence and his newspaper office burned to the ground simply because of an editorial he had written.

Not over written, the balance of character and factual events in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? remain divine. Phillip smartly paints a dark picture of history without loosing sight of economic, societal and visceral essentials. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? is not a mere time-stamp of events. It is a performance of art and education. It puts readers inside the angry, twisted society of 1898.

I braced myself to face criticism for picking this novel for our book club, but not a disparate voice arrived in my inbox. This in its own way prevented me from pondering how intense the process of writing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? and the backlash for its publication must have been for Gerard. That is, until multiple club members like Jessica Staruck and Ryan Mauro demanded to know. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This book-club pick blew my mind!â&#x20AC;? new club member D. Lacroix wrote in. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It opened a door to history so many would rather leave shut. I wondered while reading the events, if it impacted me in such an intense manner how did it influence the author while writing?â&#x20AC;?

Gerard answers: â&#x20AC;&#x153;As I researched the events.

I felt sick to my stomach, overwhelmed and after three days submersed in the Wilson Library, I had to take a breather. There was anger by those who felt I had done a disservice to the town and who felt I put families around here on the spot. So many believed to let sleeping dogs lie. Speaking engagements were withdrawn, and a lot of late-night phone calls came to my house. At every reading there was someone who defended the actions of those in the book, but you know, throughout all that, no one has ever said I got the facts wrong.â&#x20AC;?

Speaking about the impact of his work and the worth of differing philosophies, he proposes a question that still haunts me. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What would Boston be like without the Adams family or the Revere family? What would Boston be like today if the same injustice occurred?â&#x20AC;?

Without a doubt, several generations of ideas would have been lost. Boston, like other major cities, would have suffered a huge injury in the way of city parks, educational systems and a collective legacy would have vanished just as it has in Wilmington. As Gerard pointed out, America is not built about ethnicity or race. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s built upon ideas. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;empireâ&#x20AC;? idea and the all important â&#x20AC;&#x153;revolutionâ&#x20AC;? idea. The American idea. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This book clarifies for me what it means to be a citizen,â&#x20AC;? Gerard goes on to say. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It made me think about how powerful an individual with convictions can be against an unprincipled mob.

One person can stand up and prevail. When you start to become afraid of what you say or because of violence, you have already lost. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve lost our sense of public courage. They censored you without lifting a finger. Its not up to everyone else, its up to you. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s up to you to say, this is my community and I live here!â&#x20AC;?

In the end, encore readers agree â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? reveals the importance of reaching out. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about latching on to equal representation and egalitarianism. The idea to brutalize someone for an unpopular or different opinion is un-American, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s still happening. Being in a democracy truly is about being offended and getting disgusted, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also about defeating bad ideas with a better one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cape Fear Risingâ&#x20AC;? does have a real happy ending, and this ending is achieved through us. America is supposed to be amazingly inclusive. If we learn from our mistakes, drain our insecurities and open our doors to those unlike ourselves we can all move forward to form a more perfect union.

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harley Winterbauer has been in the business of saving birds for about four years. As president of the Cape Fear Audubon Society (CFAS) and committee chair of the conservation committee, Winterbauer is kept busy with the preservation of natural bird habitats. However, as he points out, â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s] more than birds. We are more broad-based in the sense of conservation-oriented.â&#x20AC;?

Rooted in the Cape Fear Audubon Society (CFAS) is a deep concern for the environment, and its members have found creative ways to get the public active by focusing on one tiny fauna: birds.

The CFAS is a small division of the North Carolina Audubon Society and also reports data to the national society. The three organizations work together on a macro and micro level to ensure that important species are looked after and biodiversity promoted.

Membership with the CFAS is easy and can be done online at their Web site, www.capefearaudubon.org/membership.htm. By joining the CFAS, new members are welcomed into a plethora of volunteer opportunities as well as local projects, monthly meetings, newsletters and magazines. There are many committees to join, including the conservation, education, field trip and Web site committees, where members can find their niche in the organization. Volunteers also get plenty of

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by: Claire LaSure time to spend with the birds. The CFAS serves Pender, New Hanover, Onslow and Brunswick counties, preserving large areas of marsh, swamp and woodland nesting sites that need fencing and marking.

The CFAS also completes an annual Christmas Bird Count; birds in protected areas in all counties are literally counted and the data is sent to the National Audubon Society. The main benefit to this strategy is to uncover population shifts in species and increase bird numbers.

Winterbauer got involved with the CFAS through a painted bunting program. A migratory species the organization is currently tracking, the painted bunting makes its home here roughly from April to September, and even into the later fall months. The male is distinctly colored, with hues of bright red and blue on its belly and head, and a small patch of canary yellow resting between its wings.

The painted buntingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; numbers are in severe decline due to urban development; Winterbauer estimates that since 1990, there has been an influx of 125,000 new human residents in Pender, New Hanover and Brunswick Counties.

In May of 2009, when Winterbauer became president, one of the first notions coming to life was the Bird-Friendly Habitat. This program is aimed at homeowners who have a large undeveloped area around their home and can devote time to some simple relandscaping. By adding plants and shrubs that attract food for birds, the CFAS hopes to bring back many species of migratory bird, like the painted bunting, brown thrasher and brown-headed nuthatch, which our coastal areas are losing.

In order to spur public involvement, the organization added a competitive element to the program. Once you apply online, a team of two to half-a-dozen CFAS representatives will be sent to your prospective bird-friendly habitat to evaluate the development based on a series of criteria. Depending upon the score the habitat receives, with 100 being the best, gold, silver or bronze recognition will be awarded. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our idea was to work toward getting people to convert their unnatural habitat to be a native habitat,â&#x20AC;? Winterbauer explains.

Anyone who is thinking about designing a backyard paradise must think native, first. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Migratory birds are mostly insect eaters,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see them at the feeder.â&#x20AC;? What these birds enjoy most is flying from tree to tree or digging in dense underbrush for delicious insects.

Unfortunately, not only have we brought ourselves and our expansive, fertilized, mowed and watered yards into the once lush woodlands and swamps here along the coast, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also fallen into a trend of planting non-native plant species.

Many of these plants are resistant, or do not attract our insects. Once they go away, so do the birds.

Native plants, on the other hand, are much more low-maintenance. The need for a pesticide is naught; once the birds are back, they will begin gobbling up insects and restoring the natural balance back to the habitat. The plants donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need a lot of water, and they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need much primping. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a million years to get used to this weather pattern, so unless thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real drought condition, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll fare fairly well,â&#x20AC;? Winterbauer explains.

There are other criteria to have a winning bird-friendly habitat. The CFAS looks for a variation of vegetation levels, including tree canopy and bushes, nest boxes, water sources, rainwater use, composting, absence of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, and the inclusion of a butterfly garden, another natural prey source for birds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The way we designed our criteria is attracting all birds,â&#x20AC;? Winterbauer explains.

There should be an abundance of native canopy trees, like the dogwood or live oak, to allow for nesting and resting areas, as well as shrubs like the red chokeberry. Shrubs should be left to grow to the ground so birds can forage protected in the dense foliage; these bushes make great defenses against the birdsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; primary predator, the outside cat, another criteria the organization looks to be absent.

With programs, like the bird-friendly habitat, the CFAS works diligently to conserve our natural wildlife as our city grows larger.

At the rate weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re [going],â&#x20AC;? Winterbauer says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;within another 50 years people wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to see certain birds at all. It just doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem right to destroy a number of the species.â&#x20AC;?

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An Involuntary Intimate, Part 22: The day that fell

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eorge might have called it a perfect day, the way the sun was slicing through the deep fall sky and the waves were cleanly peeling, the way everyone seemed to have left their cares behind to play on the beach. An old man let a wave swallow him on his raft, a redhead knealing at the surf held her baby closer and smiled for her husband’s camera, and two boys erected a sand castle together.

Perhaps one boy was to turn out a CEO and the other a junkie, but it did not matter just then—for just then they were both perfect, as was the old man on his raft, and the redhead and the redhead’s baby and the three grommets shredding the surf a good ways out. As were the pelicans in V swinging south, and the sandpipers picking over the fruits of the Sargasso Sea blown in by a recent nor’easter. It was one of those days that could congeal entirely into the memory.

It was the sort of day that brought back to George recollections of his grandfather catching sheep’s head too big for the oven and his grandmother tending summer phlox around a beach cottage, which seemed

by: Claude Limoges made out of the sun, the light beaming through the windows and the seabreeze flapping the curtains, inviting an afternoon nap. His mother swooped the net around massive crabs, which then crouched in a bucket, blowing self-important bubbles out of complex mouths. Escaping from the bucket onto the little pier, they snapped at poking fingers. After they were cooked, his family used to sit around the table on the porch—with hammers, knives, finger-dipping bowls, bowls for the shells and jealously-guarded bowls for the moist, white meat—and cracking, banging, snapping, crunching, picking and telling stories.

What a place to live! George thought, stretching out in his beach chair and thinking back on tales of monkeys at the gas station, a matronly elephant in a two-bit zoo, a shirtless old man with alligator skin and a straw hat, a headless ghost swinging a lamp down the railroad tracks, a battleship moving up the river like a giant caterpil-

lar carried by ecstatic ants—the strangest menagerie blending with azaleas and crepe myrtle, and in the background, always, the steady thrum of the Atlantic.

It was that sort of day in Cape Fear—so crisp, so technicolor, so brimming that to seize its richness, one had to slow down and breathe deep and do nothing. And that is what George and Martin, Cheri and Ruth did that day, spending the afternoon on the beach after a month of setting up an operation that helped people who could not yet read become computer literate. Only that day was far from perfect, for the end of it brought great pain.

“Finally,” George said, “it’s taken off.”

He looked at Martin. “Over 100, and they all came for you.”

Martin put his hands behind his head, yawned and sighed, crossing his feet. “No they didn’t. They came for themselves.”

“And for your teaching.”

“Teaching’s for people who like to hear themselves talk,” Martin said. “You remember what you discover, not what you hear. That’s why I don’t teach.”

“You’re teaching Nogo to program,” George said, “but, OK, very little need to teach with what you’ve set up—true. I wonder if we’ve created the first learning arcade.”

George sat up and watched Martin.

“What is it?”

Martin was sitting straight up and silently looking out to sea.

George looked to where Martin was looking. “I don’t see anything. Martin, what is it?”

“He missed yesterday.”

“Nogo?”

Martin nodded. “Anybody seen Nogo?”

Ruth slid her sunglasses back up her nose. “You know I’d tell you.”

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Martin took out his cell phone and dialed and listened. After half a minute, he dialed and listened again.

“Oh-oh!” Cheri said, burying her feet in the sand. “He’s playing hooky.”

Martin shook his head. “Even if he absolutely has to miss, he calls. We’ll swing by there on the way home.”

The sun was setting behind them when Martin knocked on Raymond Gantry’s door. Several cars were parked along the street. The door opened, and Nogo’s 6year-old daughter let them in. She wore a black dress with a little black bow in her hair. Martin leaned hard on his forearm crutches, bending down to put his face a few inches from hers.

“Hey, sweetie,” he said softly. “Where’s your dad?”

“He’s OK,” she said. “He’s with the angels.”

Martin nodded and swallowed. “Yea. OK.” His voice came strangled. “What a big girl you’re being.”

George looked into the house. It was filled with people quietly murmuring. Nogo’s wife, also in a black dress, sat on a sofa and cried, two older women flanking her, patting and squeezing her shoulders.

One of Nogo’s uncles informed Martin, George, Ruth and Cheri that Nogo had been found dead with a gunshot wound to the side of his head. The Army was calling it yet another suicide of a serviceman facing deployment, troubles at home, failed relationship—but Nogo’s wife kept calling the police until there was talk of committing her.

There was Nogo’s own gun lying beside his head and matching ballistics, and then there was a note in Nogo’s hand, left on the dresser in the bedroom. It said, “I’m sorry.”

That Nogo’s lip was split, his eye busted, and the entry had been on the right while he was left-handed had not concerned the investigators, who saw an open-and-shut case of suicide. It had been all over the news how the suicide rate among servicemen had skyrocketed in recent years.

Nogo’s wife said, “Did he split his own lip, too?”

The women beside her shushed and patted her.

“I’m asking you,” she said, “how’d Raymond bust his own eye?”

“We know,” they said, and they shushed her again.

“He’s left-handed, Mama,” she said, “and the entry was on the right. You think he did that? He’d never leave me.”

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by Ray Hamel ACROSS 1 Stole the show from 9 Creator of Meg and Jo 15 Red ink 20 Don’t bother 21 Mythical aviator 22 Midwestern metropolis 23 Civil War song 25 __ belli (act of war) 26 Small spot of land 27 Bagel shape 28 Feature of Thai cuisine 30 Bygone New Zealand bird 31 Abe Vigoda, in The Godfather 32 Emmy winner Daly 35 Underwater habitat 36 Uneasy feeling 38 Sturdy paper 40 Slow down 43 Money-saving strategist 48 Nastase of tennis 49 Least expensive 51 Chatroom chuckle 52 The Right Stuff author 53 Crude dwellings 54 Film debut of Elvis 58 Flippant 59 The Beaver State 61 Kitchen-knife brand 62 Toward the stern of a submarine 63 Alt. 66 Remove forcibly 67 Nevertheless 68 Hood’s heater 71 Regional animals 73 Schedule setbacks 75 Officeholders 76 12-gauge ammo 79 Question of concern

83 The Yankee Years author 84 Day-__ paint 85 Menu option 86 Neutralize 87 Scrap-heap contents 91 Big game-show prize 93 Bodies of organisms 94 Bandleader Kay 98 Some game-playing kids 101 Actress Swenson 102 Serpentine sound 104 Ins.-industry designation 105 Tidying up 108 Author Jong 110 Female deer 111 Perry of fashion 112 Sarah Jessica Parker film of 2006 116 February forecast 117 Creme de ___ (strawberry liqueur) 118 Musical break 119 Short on words 120 Messenger-service client 121 Uneasy DOWN 1 Final syllable 2 Individual 3 Hogan’s Heroes setting 4 Easy to handle 5 Climber’s challenge 6 Must, so to speak 7 Sign up 8 Cherished 9 Sing along silently 10 UN Day mo.

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Carolina’s __ Dee River Toy dog, for short Plaintive poem White-hat wearer Former NHLer Exited Exercise spot River blocker Darby __ and the Little People (‘59 Disney film) Outspoken No-win situation Frankfurters More than big African antelope “The Rain in Spain” is one Spiny houseplant “Bad boy!”

72 Cruel deeds 74 Cuban music 75 “That’s all, folks!” sayer 76 Flabbergast 77 Make sharper 78 Camera variety: Abbr.

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where to be, what to do in Wilmington and beyond

Halloween MURDER MYSTERY DINNER CRUISES Ea. Tues in Oct.: Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises! Solve an exciting who-dunnit during a 2- hour dinner cruise along the Cape Fear River. Audience participation; prizes. Boards at 6pm; departs 6:30pm at dock (Water & Dock sts). Admission charge. RSVP: 910-343-1611 or 800-676-0162. www.cfrboats.com PIRATE CRUISE/TOUR Pirate Cruise/Tour, 3-5pm, Tues/Thurs in Oct. Costumed pirate storyteller explores Money Island on the Intracoastal Waterway. Kids will learn about the history of famous NC pirates, such as Captain Kidd and Black Beard. Admission charge. Wrightsville Beach Water Taxi & Cruises, 275 Waynick Blvd. (across from Blockade Runner Resort). RSVP: 910-200-4002; www.capefearnaturalist.com.

GHOST WALK OF WILMINGTON Feat. costumed guides who lead visitors through alleyways with tales of haunted Wilmington. Nightly Halloween-theme tours: 6:30-8:30pm. Admission charge.Meets at Water and Market streets. Notfor very young children. RSVP: 910-794-1866. www. hauntedwilmington.com POPLAR GROVE HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL Poplar Grove Halloween Festival: 10/22-24 and 29-31!

Hrs: Fri., 6pm-midnight; Sat., 2pm-midnight; Sun.,

2pm-10pm. Feat. haunted hayride and barn, rides, games, food, nonscary kiddie fun house, pony rides, cake walks and so much more! Costume contest: 10/30. Free, w/activities priced separately. www. poplargrove.com. (910) 686-9518 ext.26.

FIT FOR FUN CENTER The Great Pumpkin Hunt, Sat., 10/23, Maides Park/ Derick Davis Center, 1101 Manly Ave, 11am –1pm, ages: 3-9. Activities include: Face painting, arts and crafts, cookie decorating, hay rides, hot Dog and popcorn, horseback riding/ • Pumpkin Party! (for kids ages 5 and under), 10/29, 9am-noon, $5/child. A fun non scary event where everyone is invited to wear their costumes. We will have a parade, a pumpkin games, and much more! 341-4630.

HALLOWEEN GHOST TROLLEY 10/22-24 and 28-31, 6-9pm.30-min. horse-drawn trolley ride through historic district and a visit to the “haunted barn.” Horses and tour guides are dressed in costume. Halloween-theme stories, songs & treats. $12 Adults; $5 Children under 12.

Departs at Market & Water sts.; 910-251-8889. www.horsedrawntours.com HORSE-DRAWN RIDES AT OAKDALE 10/24: Horse Drawn Wagon Rides at Oakdale Cemetery, 3-5:30pm. Visitors can view and learn the history with interesting commentaries about the cemetery. $10 adults; children 12 and under $8. 910762-5682. www.oakdalecemetery.org

TRICK OR TREAT UNDER THE SEA 10/27-28: NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher’s 8th annual “Trick or Treat Under the Sea.” Event features indoor trick-or-treating for children, face-painting, magic, storytelling and more, 5-8:30pm; admission for public: $6; children 2 and under free. Welcomes businesses and individuals who wish to purchase a booth Sponsor vendors can also win prizes for their decorating efforts. $75/day; $10 discount for both days. Sponsors decorate booths and provide enough treats for the several hundred children expected each night. Sponsors bring their own tables, decorations and power cords. Terry Bryant: 910-458-8257, ext.

218 or 202 HAUNT Haunt, 2010 at Cameron Art Museum, 8:pm-midnight.

Members, $25; non, $50 (includes membership).

A wildly irreverent Halloween costume fund-raiser, w/dancing, drinks, photo booth, special performances

by Forward Motion Dance Company and My Wonderful Machine, a fire-eating belly dancer, fortune teller, costume contest and more. Rhonda Bellamy will MC, and Jessie Williams of Edge of Urge and Erica Adams of NSALO Salon will judge the costume and haunting hair contest. Tickets: 910-395-5999; www. cameronartmuseum.com BROWNCOAT PUB AND THEATRE ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show” with live shadow cast: 10/31, midnight. The absolute most extreme

production of this cult classic film only at the Browncoat. Doors at 10pm; costume contests and interactive games w/prizes all night long! 21+: $10; under 21: $20 • Guerilla Theatre’s After Dark Costume Contest: 10/31, 10pm. Sign Up is free; prizes are unbelievable! Not recommended for the prudish or faint of heart!• PCP Talent Search, Weds., 8-10pm. Looking for dancers, spoken wordsmiths, hip-hop and R&B performers, comedy and more. Download entry form: portcitypromoters.shutterfly.com/talentsearch. (910) 763-4138. • Thursday Night Live, 10pm. Brand new sketch comedy show featuring the talented members of Pineapple Shaped Lamps. The Halloween Show, 10/28. Dress appropriately, it’s going to be a bloody good time! $5. 111 Grace St., www.guerillatheatre. com or 910-341-0001 BATTLESHIP Ghost Ship 2010, 10/22-23, and 29-30. Tours: 7-10:pm nightly. You’ve seen the Battleship NC on paranormal programs, now come see for yourself! Come and experience Ghost Ship, a haunted house with ghouls, ghosts, and zombies set on the Battleship for some great and scary Halloween fun.$10/person at door, open at 6:30pm. Must be in ticket line by 9:30pm to ensure a ticket. Not recommended for young children.

Battleship NC. • 10/26: Batty Battleship’s Halloween Bash. 5:30-8pm. A lot of fun and no scares for families, feat.: zoo w/nimals to pet, candy and sweets, carnival, festivities and games! Come dressed Halloween best! $5/person. 1 Battleship Rd., 910-251-5797. www. battleshipnc.com.

TRICK OR TREAT TROT To benefit Communities In Schools of Cape Fear!

10/30. Dress in your Halloween finest; prizes for best costume. Reg: 8am (pre-reg, www.active.com); race time, 9am. Course: 10K (6.2 Miles) 5K (3.1 miles), USATF Certified, 1 mile Fun Run. Courses are certified USATF and start on Princess Street between 4th & 5th streets. 10 K is twice around. 1 Mile Fun Run is one half mile up the same course and back to the finish. Fees: Early Registration ends on Oct. 22nd.

Pre-reg, 5K, 10K: $25. Pre-reg, Fun Run: $10. Day of fees: 5K, 10K, $35 ;or $20, Fun Run. Fees include Tshirt (first 150 registrants), refreshments, and awards for top finishers and best costume. Checks made payable to Communities in Schools of Cape Fear.

Packet Pickup: TrySports ,901 Town Centre Drive from 4-7pm on October 28 or at race site on day of race. Brian Blake: brian.blake@nhcs.net KOOKY SPOOKY JAM-BOO READ 10/30, 5-7pm, Kooky Spooky Jam-Boo-Read. A kids’ festival, feat. scary stories and non-scary fall-theme activities.Kids invited to arrive dressed in costume or as a favorite book character.Admission charge.

Children’s Museum of Wilmington, 116 Orange St, 910-254-3534. playwilmington.org THE HAUNTED OPERA HOUSE 10/30: A frightful, fun, haunted tour of Thalian Hall.

A ghoulish guide will lead you through the restored historic auditorium, backstage, and into rarely seen creepy corners of the theater. A cast and crew of over 50 ghouls on hand! Tours continuous, 5:30pmmidnight. Princess St. entrance, $15. (910) 632-2285. thalianhall.org SCARY CREEPY CRITTERS 10/31: Scary Creepy Critters. 1:30-3pm. Educational program, nature trail hike, and creepy crafts that revolve around bats, spiders, and other scary, creepy creatures, ages 6-10 yrs. Pre-reg. rqd.

Admission charge. Halyburton Park, 910-341-0075. halyburtonpark.com TRICK OR TREAT AT THE MALL 10/31: Trick-or-Treat at the Mall, 3-5pm. Kids arrive in costume and retailers provide candy. Independence Mall, 3500 Oleander Dr., 910-392-1776. www. shopindependencemall.com ST. JUDE’S MASQUERADE BALL

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Douglas Rushkoff Digital Nation: Living & Learning on the Virtual Frontier

7 p.m. Monday, October 25 Kenan Auditorium $9 Public Within a single generation, digital media and the World Wide Web have transformed virtually every aspect of modern culture, from the way we learn and work to the ways in which we socialize and even conduct war.

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10/25, 8pm-midnight: Community Arts Center/Hannah Block USO. 120 S. 2nd St, $25. 910-762-5833.

Costumes—$100 grand prize for best costume, $50 for second place and $25 for third —music w/DJ Ken Merritt, dancing, refreshments and 50/50 raffle featuring great prizes and gifts from a host of retailers and service providers. King and Queen crowned, w/Donn Ansell as Master of Ceremonies and Ken Ramsauer of Accent Photography on hand for pictures.

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HAUNTED PUB CRAWL Haunted Pub Crawl. Guided tour to 5 haunted pubs, agest 21 and up; admission charge. Meets Tues.Sat. in Oct, and Sun. 10/31, 7:30pm, at Fat Tony’s (131 N. Front St.). RSVP rqd: 910-794-1866; www. hauntedwilmington.com

Events HARVEST HEALTH CFCC’s Harvest Health, Wellness and Safety Fair, 10/20, Schwartz Center, 10am-2pm. Featuring over 70 exhibits and vendors with free information and healthrelated services to the public: blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation checks; prescription drug disposal education; blood glucose testing; overview of X-rays; free manicures, chair massages and table massages; acupuncture techniques; and more! Organizations include 17 CFCC health care programs and departments along with 56 community organizations and businesses, including the American Heart Association, Cape Fear Coalition for a DrugFree Tomorrow, Coastal Horizons, Lower Cape Fear Hospice, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, New Hanover County Health Department, Tidal Creek Coop, Wilmington Fire Prevention and many others. Free and open to the public. Dianne Jones at 362-7332 or djones@cfcc.edu.

K&M SPEED NETWORKING K and M Speed Networking at Ocean Isle Beach, 10/21. Bourbon Street Restaurant, 125 Causeway Dr • 10/28: Harold W. Wells & Son 5 N. 3rd St., downtown Wilmington. Other events in Leland, Southport, and North Myrtle Beach. 11:45am2pm. First two events free for new attendees; $10 otherwise for non-members. Annual membership includes unlimited visits to events, reserving a spot in our Business Directory which will hit up to 20K businesses/individuals from Wilmington to MB, and more. Light lunch provided. Bring cards/door prizes.

RSVP: Kerry.Kasotsky@yahoo.com.

DOWNTOWN LIFESTYLE TOUR Sat., 10/23, 10am-4pm: 15 of Wilmington’s coolest lofts and living spaces, including 13,000 square foot loft that belonged to actor Dennis Hopper. Other spaces featured in Tanyard Parish, Bannerman Station, Masonic Temple Building, Chandler’s Watch, Riverwalk Condos, Diamond Feed, J.W. Brooks Building and more! See how people live downtown, not a real estate showcase. Come view a combination of old, new and renovated spaces and even speak with some of the owners! Tickets only $10, avaialble at Finkelstein’s Music, downtown, corner of Market and Front streets.

THALIAN HALL 10/24: NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” comedian Jon Reep, 4 & 8pm. www.jonreep.com. Equally known as “ Metro Jethro” and the “Dodge Hemi Guy,” Reep was born in Hickory, NC (“the real home of the pig from ‘Green Acres’,” Reep declares.) www.thalianhall.org 910-632-2285 or 800-523-2820 310 Chestnut St. 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. Mon., 10/25: Author and NPR commentator Douglas Rushkoff discusses Digital Nation: Living and Learning on the Virtual Frontier, exploring what it means to be human in a 21st -century digital world and to understand the implications of living in a world consumed by technology and the impact that this constant connectivity may have on future generations. 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-YourOwn-Serie also available: $4 off the public ticket price for ticket purchases to at least three different performances at Kenan Auditorium.

CAPE FEAR FAIR AND EXPO Beginning this year, the fair will donate $1 of every advance ticket toward a newly established scholarship fund at CFCC. Advance tickets (available at area Scotchman stores): $13; or $16 at door. Fair runs from Thurs., 10/28-Sat., 11/6, at Wilmington International Airport. www.caperfearfair.com or 3131234.

FARMERS’ MARKETS Riverfront Farmers’ Market on Sat., 8am-1pm.

Remains open every Saturday (except October 2 Riverfest) through 12/18, 8am-1pm, downtown.

Features local farmers, producers, artists and crafters. Products offered include fresh fruits and berries, vegetables, plants, herbs, flowers, eggs, cheeses, meats, seafood, honey, baked goods, legumes, pickled items, jams and jellies, wine, art, crafts, and more. N. Water St. (between Market & Princess streets). • Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market on Wed., 8am-1pm. Everything is locally grown or made: in-season fruits and vegetables, plants, cut flowers, eggs, cheese and mroe! Through 12/15, rain or shine. 10200 U.S. 17, a mile from the I-40 bypass.(910) 686-9518ext. 26 • Carolina Beach Farmers’ Market open every Saturday, 8am-1pm, feat. over 40 vendors, 75/25 farmers to arts and craft vendors, selling everything from produce to flowers, jewelry to photography.

NEW TO YOU New To You indoor rummage sale on Sat., 10/23, at St. James Episcopal Parish Gym on Dock St. between 3rd & 4th sts., 8am-2pm. $5 early bird admission, 8-9am; free after 9am. Gently used clothing & accessories, home furnishings, housewares and decor, toys, tools, books and CDs and more. Judi Scott: (910) 399-1117

Charity/Fund-raisers SUGAR SHOWDOWN A Full Belly Project fund-raiser and birthday celebration, feat. a stampede of local, sugary treats and sweets. Sugar Showdown is a new dessert competition, hosted by actors and comedians of Changing Channels comedy troup Sandy Vaughn and Cullen Moss. Attendees will sample sweets from participating restaurants, bakeries, ice cream establishments, and confectionaries, and cast a vote for their favorites. Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St., 10/23, 7-10pm. $30 adv/$35 day of. Tickets sold at Port City Java in Barcay Commons, 2515 Independence Blvd. Or at box office: www.thalianhall. org or (910) 792-0449.

A TASTE OF CAROLINA HISTORY NC Coastal Land Trust presents A Private Look at Orton Plantation and a Taste of Carolina History, 10/23, 2-5pm. Feat. authors Lawrence Earley, Janet Seapker and Ben Steelman. Food provided from Pine Valley Market. Tickets: $100/person. coastallandtrust.org.

(910) 790-4524, ext 19.

ROCK THE JOINT Rock the Joint! 5K Run/Walk for Arthritis, Sat, 10/23, 7:30-11am. Arbor Park at Autumn Hall, 1202 Eastwood Rd. Prizes, bounce house, fun & games! www.RockTheJointWilmington.org or rockthejointwilmington@gmail.com HISTORIC WILMINGTON 2010 GALA Historic Wilmington Foundation 2010 GalA, Live Oaks on Masonboro Sound, Sat., 10/23, 6:30pm.

Complimentary valet parking, seated dinner, formal attire, dancing under the stars with majestic water views. Ginger Longino at (910) 619-1449 or e-mail hwf@historicwilmington.org.

BEACH BASH CONCERT “Beach Bash Concert” to benefit Brigade Boys & Girls Club: live music, silent auction, raffle prizes and a good time—all for a good cause., Sat., 10/23, at The Palm Room in Wrightsville Beach. Classic rock and new country tunes will be provided by Eastbound and New Dinosaurs. Donations accepted at door, 8pm. Silent auction includes fun items such as a half-day sailing trip, rounds of golf at local courses and a Google Droid Cell Phone from Verizon. Proceedsbenefit the Brigade Boys & Girls Club. 910-392-0747 or www. brigadebgc.org.

CAPE FEAR RED TROUT CELEBRITY CLASSIC 10/28-30: 2010 Cape Fear Red Trout Celebrity Classic Tourney to benefitCystic Fibrosis Foundation!

ESPN will cover this year’s tourney. Taking place at Blockade Runner Hotel and Resort. Annual dinner

and silent/live auction, 10/28, 5:30pm on lawn of the Blockade Runner overlooking the Atlantic.10/29: 6:30am breakfast and tourney sign in. Fishing from 7am-4pm (teams must check in at dock at Blockade Runner). Food and beverages at check-in. 10/30, 7am-3pm w/wards party ocean-side at the Blockade Runner, 4pm. BBQ and live music, concluding with the awards ceremony. Lunch provided each day for all anglers and guides.Pete Baxley (910) 231-0461 or pbaxley1@gmail.com; or Adam Meyer (910) 515-4360. www.capefearredtrout.com.

BLUE AND WHITE BASH Blue and White Bash: Fri., 10/27, 7pm. Beer, wine, buffet dinner, live music and silent auction.

Benefits Cape Fear’s Communities in Schools. TThe American Christian Theater presents a play: “The State vs. Jesus Christ”. The play will be presented at Southside Baptist Church, Sunday, August 8th at 3:00 p.m. Admission is Free ickets: $75/person at all RBC Bank locations (in Wilmington) or 910-343-1901. www.ciscapefear.org JDRF WALK TO CURE DIABETES JDRF Walk To Cure Diabetes, Sat., 10/30, Mayfaire Event Field.Registration at 8:30am and the official start is at 9:30am. Walkers will be treated to morning refreshments, post-walk lunch, entertainment, special attractions, children’s activities, and plenty of family Halloween fun! Team photos will take place both before and after the walk & the Team Costume contest at 11am after walk. Reg: http://walk.jdrf.org Erin Mabry: 910-509-9899 or emabry@jdrf.org ANGELS OF HOPE 2011 Angels of Hope calendar to benefit Women of Hope, a multi-faceted charitable organization that focuses on women and women’s cancers, feat. 13 portraits of local children as angels. The public has the opportunity to vote for the favorite angel to be featured on the cover: www.kennybarnes.com/angelscalendar.html. The top three angels will also be featured in the 2010 Boxed Set of Christmas Cards.

Every vote is a dollar, which will go directly to Women of Hope. Deadline: 10/31, 2010. Calendars will sell for $12.95 ea. and the Christmas cards (for a box of 18) $50. A portion of the proceeds from the calendars and Christmas cards will go to Women of Hope. Elizabeth: (910) 392-4214. womenofhopefightcancer.com OPERATION FREE TURKEY The Salvation Army is launching “Operation Forklift” to put the “thanks” back in Thanksgiving. You buy the turkey with a $10 donation to The Salvation Army.

We will complete the basket with stuffing, cranberry sauce, veggies, and all the trimmings. Let’s give people something to really be thankful for! Stacey-Colette Penn: 910-762-2070

Theatre/Auditions BROWN COAT PUB AND THEATRE “Frankenstein is Dead” by Justin Cioppa: 10/21-24 & 28-31,8pm. In this terror filled play by local author Justin Cioppa, Victor von Frankenstein has fled Europe after unleashing an unspeakable horror on his homeland. En route to the new world, his ship is caught up in a hurricane leaving him shipwrecked on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Even as he is nursed back to health by the kindly unsuspecting residents of this rural area, his dark past stalks him from the shadows. Tickets: $10, $5 for students • The Buffy Horror Picture Show: 10/21, midnight, 10pm. Joss Whedon’s Emmy award-winning musical episode of television’s “Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Once More With Feeling!,” performed with a live shadow cas Costumes and audience participation are encouraged; $5 • “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” with live shadow cast: 10/31, midnight. The absolute most extreme production of this cult classic film only at the Browncoat. Doors at 10pm; costume contests and interactive games w/prizes all night long! 21+: $10; under 21: $20 • Guerilla Theatre’s After Dark Costume Contest: 10/31, 10pm. Sign Up is free; prizes are unbelievable! Not recommended for the prudish or faint of heart!• PCP Talent Search, Weds., 8-10pm. Looking for dancers, spoken wordsmiths, hip-hop and R&B performers, comedy and more.

Download entry form: portcitypromoters.shutterfly. com/talentsearch. (910) 763-4138. • Thursday Night Live, 10pm. Brand new sketch comedy show featuring the talented members of Pineapple Shaped Lamps.

The Halloween Show, 10/28. Dress appropriately, it’s going to be a bloody good time! $5. 111 Grace St.,

www.guerillatheatre.com or 910-341-000 PORCH THEATRE COMPANY Porch Theatre Company & Front Street Brewery presents Clue! Mystery Dinner Theatre Halloween Special. Thurs., 10/21 and 28, 6:30pm. Facepaced, family-friendly whodunnit adaptation of CLUE. Suspicious characters, deadly weapons and sinister rooms. Adults: $40 or Kids: $20. 910232-6611 or porchtheatre.comFront Street Brewery Restaurant, 9 N. Front St., downtown. Costumes welcomed! Celebrity and youth judges to pick the best dressed! Prizes include:complimentary nights at Angie’s Bed and Breakfast in Historic Downtowns Wilmington, iPod, collection of Celia Rivenbark’s books, and gift certificates to local eateries! 910-2326611. www.porchtheatre.com THE PILLOWMAN UNCW Dept of Theatre presents The Pillowman in the SRO Theatre of the Cultural Arts Building, 10/2124, 8pm, and 2pm Sun. matinee, as part of Student Lab Series. Irish author Martin McDonagh’s most speculative work, The Pillowman is the story of a writer in a totalitarian state and how he attempts to keep his stories alive, even after he is dead. Student director Seth Rosenke; principal characters played by Owen Hickle-Edwards, Jacob Keohane, and Charles Johnston and Taylor Kowalski. Disturbing scenes of violence and adult language. $5 general public and $3 for UNCW students, at door only. (910) 962-2793.

SHADOW AND PUPPET SHOW “Shadowy Tales from Unusual Minds: Poe, Kafka, & Percy.” A shadow & puppet show by Stageworks at the Cameron Art Museum. Thurs, 10/21,7pm; Sun, 10/24, 3pm. Appropriate for ages 12+ due to some bone-chilling content. stageworksyouth.org TACT TACT 2010-2011: “ Little Shop of Horrors,” directed

by David T. Loudermilk w/music direction by Denice Hopper. A down-and out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood.

10/22-24, Hannah Block 2nd Street Stage, 120 South 2nd St. Performances Fri/Sat., 7pm, and Sat/Sun, 3pm. $10 at door. • 10/25, 5pm: TACT auditions: “Honk the Musical.” Open to ages 8-18. Be prepared to sing and dance. Directed and choreographed by Suzzan Ralke-Smith w/music direction by Linda Carilse-Markas. Performances: 12/10-12, 17-19.

Hannah Block 2nd Street Stage, 120 S. 2nd St. 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) 2642602. Keep an eye out for information about our new website, and online ticket purchasing options! For now visit www.citystageatlevel5.com The Rocky Horror Show: 10/22-24, (Raleigh shows: 28-31). Shows at City Stage, Wilmington. (910)264-2602. citystagetheatre@ gmail.com.

BRUNSWICK LITTLE THEATRE 2010-11 The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, 7:30pm, 10/22-24, and 3pm Sun. matinees. Limited seating; call for reservations. Tickets: 1-800-754-1050, ext 416. Both productions at Odell Williamson Auditorium Event Center, Brunswick Community College, Thom Clemmons: 910-524-4869 • Musical Review in Franklin Square Park. Free show under the stars, 5/2011 (exact dates TBA.) FROM THE SPIDER’S WEB UNCW invites children ages 4–7 to participate in the Literacy Live program “From the Spider’s Web,” 1-2:30pm, Sat., 10/23, in atrium of the Education Building. Participating kids hang out w/spooky arachnids and learn why there is nothing to fear from helpful spiders. Free and open to public. Kathryn Batten: 910-962-7291 or battenk@uncw.edu BIG DAWG PRODUCTIONS Big Dawg presents “That Championship Season,” a Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning play. Directed Lou Criscuolo, the play takes ruthless aim at America’s culture of winning at all costs, with additional jabs at 1950s-era small-town America and its bigotry, double-dealing, racism and hate. Set in 1972, the plot focuses on a group of five men whose lives have not gone as they’d hoped and who therefore seek refuge in memories of their glory days 10/28-31, 11/4-7 and 11-14, Thurs-Sat, 8pm, and Sun., 3pm. $18 GA, $15 for students, seniors and military. Thurs. shows: $10, feat. three one-act comedies by local playwright Kathryn Martin. Season flex passes, offering six admissions, $75 (a $100 value). The theater also offers a dinner/

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theater package for groups of 30 or more at $40/ticket.

910-341-7228 or www.bigdawgproductions.org. Cape Fear Playhouse, Wilmington. 613 Castle St. ALICE IN PIRATELAND Alice in Pirateland: The Corsair’s Cup, written by Zach Hanner and drected by Cherri McKay. After returning from her unusual adventure in Wonderland, Alice and four friends find themselves plunged in to a creepy, bizarre world where deadly pirates threaten them at every turn. Produced by Journey Productions and Thalian Hall, starring Zach Hanner, Melissa Stanley, Caylan McKay and Lily Zukerman. Wed-Thur, 10/28, 11/3-4, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 10/29-30 and 11/5, 8pm; and Sat and Sun matinees, 10/30-31, 3pm. GA: $10 or $7 on family-night Wed., 11/3. Tickets: 910-362-2285 or www.ThalianHall.org.com.

NUTT ST. COMEDY ROOM Every week at Nutt St: Tues. and Wed. Improv with the “Nutt House” troupe ($5 cover and $1 Front St draft beer);Thurs. Open Mic Stand-up; Fri. and Sat.: Nationally Touring Comedians:. Schedule: 10/29-30: Todd Barry. 29: one show at 8pm, doors; 9pm, show.

30: two shows, 1st, 7pm doors and 8pm show; 2nd, 9:30 doors; 10pm show. Special event-tickets $15 advance/day of. • 11/12-13: Justice League of Comedy. 8pm,doors; 9pm, show. Tickets $8/10 • 11/19-20: Jesse Joyce. 8pm doors; 9pm show .

Tickets $10/$12 • 12/3-4: Vic Henley . 8pm doors; 9pm show. Tickets $10/12. 255 N. Front St, basement of Soapbox. www.nuttstreet.com. 910-520-5520

Music/Concerts CONCERT ON HENRIETTA II Pillar Music Group Recording artists perform aboard Henrietta II on 10/22, 7:30pm, docked at South Water and Dock streets. Performers feat. Joey Gore, Paula Greene, Willing Heart, Sherry Watkins, Angie Payne, Mike Kelly, Tender Mercy, and Kevin and Julie Foss. $35, includes cruise, dinner and concert.

Seating limited: 910-791-2002. Tickets also available at Wrightsboro UMC and Cox Christian Bookstore.

Proceedsbenefit the Wilmington Celebration Choir’s mission trip to South Africa.

PLAY IT LOUD 10/22: 5pm: A benefit for music in schools at Soapbox, 255 N. Front St. Feat.: downstairs—5:30pm, Cass Stroehmer; 6pm, Ron Etheridge and friends; 7pm, Sean Thomas Gerard; 7:45pm, byrzenix; 8:30pm, Black Hellatones; 9:15pm, Mindsone; 10pm, Fuzz Jackson; 10:45pm, Monkeyknifefight; 11:30pm,

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Hare Krishna; 12:15am, Unholy Tongues; 1am, D&D Sluggers. Upstairs—7pm, Jason Andre; 7:30pm, Hottrod; 8:15pm, Minor Stars; 9pm, Pretend Surprise; 9:45pm, S.O.L.; 10:30pm, Champions of the Sun; 11:15pm, Coup de Grace; midnight, Silver Judas; 12:45am, Gollum. All proceeds go directly to VH1’s SURFERTAN Save the Music Foundation. Free food, 5-7pm. $5 21+ or $10, underage.

ACOUSTIC SOUP Acoustic Soup: an evening of music, art and wine, Sat., 10/23, 6pm-midnight. Featuring Lucian & Jules, The Stonewalls, Scantron, Zeke Roland, Jason Ross, Michaela Basilio, and My Wonderful Machine. Monthly CHA-CHA/S fun-raising musical event, creatively coupled with wine sampling, raffles, auctions, prizes, tap dancing, live painting and an artist area where local artists will sell their creative wares. $2 donation appreciated w/proceeds benefitting Art Soup. Takes place at The Calico Room, 107 S. Front St. 910-620-2047 NEW HANO or www.art-soup.org UNCW ALUMNI CONCERT UNCW’s Dept of Music feat. UNCW Alumni Concert, 10/23, 7:30pm, to benefit music scholarships.

Features Brigid Eversole, soprano; Justin Hoke, classical guitar; Brad Merritt, jazz piano; an dRyan CAROLINA Woodall, jazz bass

THAT’S A CAPELLA 10/30, 7:30pm: Azalea Coast Chorus of Sweet Adelines International presents “That’s A Cappella,” a show in four part harmony. Join these sassy gals as they create an ingenious method to send a gift of Barbershop harmony to the troops overseas.

Featured guest artists include Kevin Lee-y Green with his TechMoja Dance and Theater Company. City Stage at Level Five, 21 N. Front St. $12; $10/seniors, BELLYDANC students (w/ID). (910) 342-0272

TAKE THE LAKE MUSIC FESTIVAL Winoca Records presents “Take the Lake Music Festival” at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, 10/30, 1-10pm, feat. best local and regional music acts: Onward, Soldiers, Charlie the Horse, Mandolin Orange, Holy Ghost Tent Revival, Dirty Bourbon River Show, The Kingston Springs, Rayland Baxter and more. Local and/or organic food and drinks. Wide FOURTH FR range of community organizations on site with booths set up to educate the greater Wilmington population about the creative endeavors abound in their community, including Full Belly Project, Cucalorus and more. Family event; children under15, free. Day-long passes: $20 at www.winocarecords.com. Portion of proceeds used to reinvigorate the collective efforts of the creative community in Wilmington, “Creative

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crafts, kid’s games and prizes, and a treasure dig; 45pm, Storyteller Captain Tim Dillinger will make you “shiver your timbers” with spine-tingling tales of murder and mayhem. RSVP or register for all: 910-457-0003.

116 North Howe St. www.ncculture.com.

FORT FISHER STATE HISTORIC SITE Sat., 10/23, 10am-6:30pm. Fort Fisher State Historic Site waltzes back in time to recall the parties of Daisy Lamb, a Northern woman married to the fort’s Confederate commander, Col. William Lamb.

Experience music of the era with traditional and popular musical performances throughout the day, featuring the highly-acclaimed Huckleberry Brothers and reveal the finer points of 19th-century dance. • Noon: Site Historian Ray Flowersdelivers a presentation on this cultured Northern lady and her Southern officer, opening a temporary exhibit on Lamb family artifacts will be on display in the museum, and visitors can pick up copies of period recipes used by Daisy Lamb and other women in the Wilmington area. 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach; (910) 458-5538 or www. nchistoricsites.org/fisher.

NC AQUARIUM EXHIBITS: Thank the ocean through a breathtaking new exhibit. The Aquarium installed its “Thank You Ocean” exhibit showcasing photography of sting rays, waves, fishermen and such by world-famous photographers Scott Marshall, Logan Mock-Bunting and DJ Struntz. 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: Behind the Scenes Tours, Mommy and Me, Extended Behind the Scenes Tours, Canoeing the Salt Marsh, Breakfast and Dinner with the Fishes, Aquarist Apprentice and more! Pre-register for all programs! 910-458-7468; 900 Loggerhead Rd. www.ncaquariums.com CAPE FEAR MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Grooming: Glimpse a selection of personal grooming items, as you explore treasures from Cape Fear Museum’s collection. From wooden hair curlers to strawberry lip gloss, discover objects that help tell the stories of grooming through time. • Going To The Movies: Experience the history of a century of movie-going in the Lower Cape Fear region. Explore where people went to the movies. Discover how the theater experience has changed over the years. Watch some of the first films local residents may have seen.

• Land of the Longleaf Pine: Step into the forest and be transported to a time centuries ago. Explore the longstanding presence of Native Americans in the area, discover why Europeans came to the region, and learn how people made a living from the longleaf pine. Discover colonial Wilmington, while “window shopping” in a merchant’s store and examining imported goods that arrived on ships to Wilmington’s bustling port. Explore life during the American Revolution, as you experience different perspectives on independence. EVENTS: Volunteer Open House held first Wed. of mo. Opportunities are available in museum store, working with the historic collection, and as an education docent. • New Hanover County Resident’s Day: Residents admitted free first Sun. ea. mo. • Learning Center: Weird ScienceSat., 10/23, 30.

Explore strange and sometimes slimy science with fun, hand-on experiments.Open Saturdays 10 a.m.

- 4 p.m. Free w/admission. Appropriate ages 5-12.

Parental participation rqd. 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; $3 for children 3-17; and free for children under 3. Museum members are always free.

814 Market St. WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH MUSEUM The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, housed in the turn of the century Myers Cottage, exists to preserve and to share the history of Wrightsville Beach. Visitors to the cottage will find a scale model of Wrightsville Beach circa 1910, exhibits featuring the early days of the beach including Lumina Pavilion, our hurricane history and information about the interaction between the people and our natural environment which have shaped the 100 year history of Wrightsville Beach. 303 West Salisbury St. wbmuseum.com.

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

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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. 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.

BELLAMY MANSION One of NC’s most spectacular examples of antebellum architecture, built on the eve of the Civil War by free and enslaved black artisans, for John Dillard Bellamy (1817-1896) physician, planter and business leader; and his wife, Eliza McIlhenny Harriss (1821-1907) and their nine children. After the fall of Fort Fisher in 1865, Federal troops commandeered the house as their headquarters during the occupation of Wilmington.

Now a museum, itfocuses on history and the design arts and offers tours, changing exhibitions and an informative look at historic preservation in action.

Events: • 10/24: The Art of the Wedding Expo, packed with wedding experts who will make your dream day come true. $5 entrance. 12:30-3:30pm. • 10/25: Tea Party at the Mansion w/Niki Hildebrand. Learn about tea etiquette and have delightful food and a cup of tea with friends. 2pm. 910-251-3700. www. bellamymansion.org.503 Market St CAMERON ART MUSEUM EXHIBITS: Richard McMahan’s MINImuseum, feat. over 1,100 works of art ranging in date from 30,000 BCE to the present. Tiny replicas of many of the most well-known artworks throughout history, some as small as postage stamps, created using recycled materials.

Miniscule renderings from various periods and cultures around the world: carvings, objects, sculptures and paintings found in King Tut’s tomb, miniature copies of classic works by Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Jackson Pollock and Frida Kahlo; as well as cave paintings and historical furniture and decorative arts.• PuppetArt exhibit opening, Thurs, 7/15. Hangs through 1/9/2011.

Features large-scale puppets and set designs from the famous Vermont-based Bread and Puppet Theatre, and selected international puppets from various historical periods drawn from the collection of Atlanta’s Center for Puppetry Arts. PuppetArt is presented by the Cameron Art Museum in collaboration with the Port City Puppet Festival, sponsored by the Puppeteers of America Southeast Region and the UNCW Office of Cultural Arts. • CLASSES: Life Drawing every Tues., 6-9pm. Group meets in Reception Hall. Participants provide own dry drawing materials and watercolors.

• Yoga, every Thurs., noon and evening yoga, 6pm; $5 members, $8 non-members. • Tai Chi, every Wed., noon, $5 members, $8 non-members per Corner of South 17th St. and Independence Blvd. Tues-Wed and Fri-Sun., 11am-5pm; Thurs: 11am-9pm. Museum members free, $8 non-members, $5 students with valid ID, $3 children age 2 -12. www.cameronartmuseum. com or 910-395-5999.

Sports/Recreation WILMINGTON WATER TOURS New Fall Schedule: Wed. - Sat,: 10am, “Black Water Adventure,” $25. Experience the upper Cape Fear with a narrated Eco-Tour. See the historyand scenic roots, and all the nature around you! • 4pm, “Eagles Island Tour,” $10A scenic eco-tour drifting along the Cape Fear, past Eagle’s Island. • 6pm, “Sunset Cruise,” $35. Cruise the Cape Fear River and experience the sunset as you can no where else. Buffet and one complimentary drink included. • Sun: 12pm-3:30, “Sunday Brunch,” $45. Destination cruise- every Sunday has a different destination. Brunch buffet and one complimentary drink included. 910-338-3134 or wilmingtonwatertours.com BOAT TOURS Masonboro Island Nature Excursion/ Shelling Tour: Masonboro Island is an 8.4-mile marine sanctuary island, renowned for its plant and wildlife diversity.

Topics include shell biology, shorebirds, and barrier island ecology. 2-hrs long, $35. Departs at 9am, 11am and 2pm daily. • Inland Drift Fishing: Experience catching flounder and Black sea bass from learned professionals. 2-hrs long, leaves from Blockade Runner Hotel dock on banks channel at 9am daily. RSVP. $25/ person, includes license, rod, bait and tackle • Sunset Cruise: Relax, and cruise the intracoastal water way.

Destinations can include Masonboro Island, Bradley

Creek, and Money Island. $25/person, departs 6pm from Blockade Runner dock daily. 910-200-4002 • www.capefearnaturalist.com EMPIE TENNIS CLINICS Doubles Positioning/Strategy Clinic: Mon, 11am-2pm; $10/clinic. Fast-paced doubles positioning/strategy clinic that will elevate your game to the next level. Max: 6 players. • Serving Clinic Tues, 10:30-11am; $5/clinic.

Quick 30-minute “Serving Clinic” will greatly improve your technique, overall consistency, placement, and help you generate more power. Max: 6 players. • 2.5/3.0 Doubles Clinic, Tues, 11am-noon. $10/clinic.

Focus on playing “Smart Doubles,” w/proper court positioning, targeting your opponents weaknesses, and playing to your teams strengths. Max: 8 players.

• Volley/Overhead Clinic, Wed, 11am-noon; $10/clinic.

Focuses on using the correct technique for your volleys and overheads and how to make them major strengths.

Max: 8 players. Pre-reg for all: Althea Gibson Tennis Complex at Empie Park, 3405-A Park Ave. 910-3414631 or (f) 910-341-4639. info@empiepark.com CAPE FEAR FENCING ASSOC. Cape Fear Fencing Association (CFFA) offers next beginners’ fencing class, 11/1, 6:30-7:30pm, for six weeks, Mon/Wed. Taught by Head Coach Greg Spahr, $40. Meets in lower level of Tileston Gym at St. Mary’s on the corner of 5th and Ann st. All equipment supplied

by CFFA. Basic elements of fencing, the history of the sport, foundational techniques, conditioning, refereeing, and tournament strategy. 910-540-4254 WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH REC CLASSES Wrightsville Beach Shag Lessons, beginner and intermediate on Sun. in the Fran Russ Rec Center at Wrightsville Beach Park. No partner needed. Next session: 10/24! • Bridge Intermediate II Lessons: Thurs., noon-2pm. Meets in the Fran Russ Rec Center. Pre-reg req • Tennis Lessons. reg. for group tennis lessons for adults, youth ages 9-12 years and QuickStart for ages 6-8 years; classes meet Mon/Wed at Tennis Courts. • Yoga. Tue/Wed at 6:30pm. Classes meet in the Fran Russ Rec Center • Beginner Pilates: Tues/Thurs. 7:30-8:15am. • Low Impact Aerobics. Mon/Wed/Fri. 8-9am and 9-10am.

Geared for seniors.; suitable to anyone. • Pilates 50/50: Mon/Wed/Fri, 10:15-11:15am. Combines stabilizing and strengthening benefits with flexibility and posture.

• Tone & Stretch. Tues/Thurs. 8:30-9:15am. • Boot Camp fitness class meets Mon/Wed, 5:30–6:30pm; and Tues/Thurs, 6-7am; Sat., 8-9am. Pre-reg: (910) 256-7925.

Film MUSTANG PSYCHO Mustang Psycho, a short/thriller, is about a blind date that went terribly bad. Written & Directed by: Le Ann Cheri, Co-Dir: Jenn Mullins, Produced by: Will Mullins, Nina Voltaire & Scott Holzberger, Starring: Raymond Shepard, Morgan Coston, James Merkle, Emily Kreiger & Dan Donovan, 10/23, 6pm, The Brown Coat Theatre & Pub. www.browncoattheatre.comTickets: $3.

CUCALORUS FILM FESTIVAL 16th annual Cucalorus Film Festival passes are on sale, $75-$300. Festival takes place 11/11-14, welcoming 1,000s of filmmakers and film fans from all over the world, for screenings, workshops and social events.

Core venues include: Thalian Hall, City Stage Theater and Jengo’s Playhouse. Early selections include: Enter the Voice, The Temptation of St. Tony, brilliantlove, The Erectionman, AFilm Unfinished and more! (910) 343-5995. www.cucalorus.org.

Lectures/Readings NINTH ANNUAL SHERMAN LECTURE SERIES UNCW presents Sherman Lecture on Thurs., 10/21, 7:30pm. Dr. Mariola Espinosa of Yale University will speak on “Contagion and Conquest- The U.S. and the Fight against Disease in the Caribbean.” Espinosa will address U.S. efforts to abolish disease as a tool of American expansion at the turn of the 20th century.

UNCW’s Burney Center; free/open to the public.

TWO SISTERS BOOKERY 10/23, 2-4pm: Wilmingtonian humorist and speaker Ann Ipock presents laugh-out-loud essays. After catching the mayor’s mustache in her dental hygiene polisher, she joined a writer’s group, began acting in community theatre and changed her hair color at least three times. Her works include: Life is Short, I Wish I Was Taller follows Life Is Short, So Read This

Fast! and Life is Short, But It’s Wide and completes the Life is Short trilogy. • 11/5, 2-4pm: Ellen Elizabeth Hunter presents “Murder at the Holiday Flotilla,” as part of her Magnolia Mystery Series. Homemade goodies will be served! • 11/18, 7-8pm: Carol Kenny reads from her new novel Whispers From St. Mary’s Well, the fictional biography of Caroline Rose Newlyn, who was born in St. Mary’s County, Maryland, in 1851 “beneath the veil,” predicting episodes of clairvoyance.

• 11/18: 6:30pm: Nan Graham at New Hanover County Library-Northeast Branch. Nan’s humorous commentaries on WHQR have delighted listeners for years, as well as the two volumes, Turn South at the Next Magnolia and In a Magnolia Minute, which are collections of some of her funniest stories. She will be the featured speaker for this annual program presented by the Friends of the Library. Two Sisters Bookery will handle book sales after the program and Nan will be on hand to personally autograph copies.

Two Sisters Bookery, The Cotton Exchange, 318 Nutt St. 910-762-4444 BUCKNER LECTURE SERIES Joyce Carol Oates will give a reading to students, faculty, and community members, followed by a Q&A session and a signing at 7:30pm, Fri, 10/29, Kenan Auditorium, UNCW. Joyce Carol Oates is a recipient of the National Book Award and the PEN/ Malamud Award for Excellence in Short Fiction. Free and open to the public. Advance tickets (limited to two per person) from box office (weekdays, noon to 6pm). http://www.uncw.edu/kenan/index.html or (910) 962-3500.

Classes/Workshops HYPNOTHERAPY CLASS Hypnotherapy classes are now forming for the fall semester; class size limited. Reg. by 11/1. so all materials can be ordered on time. Taight by Nancy Klase, Certified Advanced Instructor with the National Guild of Hypnotists. 910-232-2238 or www. mindfieldhypnotherapy.com. E-mail: nancyklase@aol. comAll materials have been developed by the National Guild of Hypnotists Educational Division. This intensive course is the equivalent of two college semesters, qualifies for CEU credits.

SOIL TO SOUL Wed., 10/20: Wheatgrass 101: Learn benefits of wheatgrass and how to grow and juice your own. $40, 6-7pm, includes a wheatgrass kit. • Sat., 10/23: Harvest Festival! Fun for all ages. Tin Type Portraits with Harry Taylor, face painting, biodynamic wine and beer, local art and jewelry and much much more! 9am4pm. • Wed., 10/27: Learn all about worm and why worm castings are black gold for plants! $10, 6-7pm; includes worms to start your own worm compost.

• Sat., 10/30: Aquaponics; first class in a series of 3. Learn how to build, maintain, and grow delicious food in thisamazing sustainable system. $25, 1pm; pre-reg •Yoga Wed.i n Oct. Join Seaside’s Ashley Ludman, 7:15-8:30pm, by donation. All levels, bring your own mat. • Yoga Thurs. in Oct.—Ashtanga with Larry Hobbs, 8:30am-10ish, by donation. Experience suggested. Soil to Soul, 6005 Oleander Dr. (910) 9209890. www.soiltosoulonline.com WW II HOME FRONT HERITAGE COALITION The World War II Wilmington Home Front Heritage Coalition dedicates WWII New Hanover County Aviators Memorial at the Hannah Block Historic USO on Mon., 10/25, 10am. Keynote speaker U.S. Rep. Mike McIntyre (7th District, N. C.), Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo, and New Hanover County Commissioners Chairman Jason Thompson will unveil the memorial along with WWII New Hanover County aviators Norman Davis and Buck Barden, and local aviation historian Anna Pennington. Senior member of the House Armed Services Committee will report on national security issues and progress in obtaining veterans health clinics in Brunswick and New Hanover Counties, and other veterans affairs news. Fellowship and complimentary donuts and coffee at 9:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. Second and Orange streets.

LELAND LIBRARY RENOVATIONS Leland Public Library has begun the process of notifying patrons that they will be closing temporarily to complete renovations. Library will remain open for a short period after the 25th but will not release books for loan. Patrons are welcome to continue using the library for access to computers and study space and other library service.

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