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Kure Beach Planning Commission To Hold Meeting On 421 Parking

The Kure Beach Planning Commission will hold a special meeting February 4th, concerning parking along U.S. 421. Pictured above: Cars parked along 421 at the Ocean Dunes condo complex in August 2014, to gain access to the beach at Fort Fisher.

By WILLARD KILLOUGH III Managing Editor

KURE BEACH - The Kure Beach Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting on February 4th at 6PM, prior to their regular monthly meeting at 7PM, to discuss parking issues along

This past weekend the Fort Fisher State Historic Site commemorated the 150th Anniversary of the last Civil War battle of Fort Fisher. Thousands of people attended the two-day event, which was started on Saturday with a visit from Governor Pat McCrory. Crowds enjoyed battle reenactments and many educational demonstrations. See page 1-B for more...

Hampton Inn Developer Submits Plans; Town To Issue Permits Soon |

By WILLARD KILLOUGH III Managing Editor

CAROLINA BEACH - Plans were submitted to the Town of Carolina Beach earlier this

month seeking a permit to construct an oceanfront Hampton Inn and Suites at 1 Harper Avenue on the northern end of the downtown Boardwalk district. The Town of Carolina Beach is reviewing the plans. Assistant

Town Manager Ed Parvin said last week the Town will likely issue a "foundation permit" first while the remainder of the plans for the project are reviewed by

WILLARD KILLOUGH III | ByManaging Editor

CAROLINA BEACH Carolina Beach Town Manager Michael Cramer informed

said, "We have a parking slash trespassing problem that on any summer weekend is a real issue and on holiday weekends it's a nightmare." Woodal said Ocean Dunes maintains the area along the roadside cutting the grass and maintaining sprinklers.

See Parking, page 2-A

Carolina Beach Gets Grant To Elevate Seven Residential Buildings |

By WILLARD KILLOUGH III Managing Editor

CAROLINA BEACH The Town of Carolina Beach was recently awarded a $1,074,899.00 grant to elevate seven residential buildings above base flood elevation to prevent future damage resulting from severe rainfall and hurricane events. The Town Council voted at their July 8th, meeting to

seek a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to elevate ten residential structures above the 100-year flood plain elevation. The grant will be 100% funded by FEMA and require no matching funds from the Town or homeowners. According to Jeremy Hardison - Town Senior Planner - "The proposed project is intended primarily to mitigate against future damages from

floods, as the entire project area is within the 100-year floodplain. The level of protection provided would be to the 100-year event. The useful mean economic lifetime of structures to be elevated is estimated to be fifty (50) years." Hardison explained, "A number of homes in Carolina Beach have been damaged by flood waters several times, with the incidence and

See FEMA, page 8-A

See Hotel, page 8-A

NCDOT To Resurface Large Section U.S. 421 On Pleasure Island

Town Manager Says Private Firm Needed For Streets Evaluation Council Tuesday, January 20th, that a private firm will be required to evaluate the condition of streets throughout Town because Town staff members simply have not had time to complete the job.

Highway 421 (Fort Fisher Blvd). The issue first came to the attention of Town Council at their August 21st, meeting regarding parking problems along Highway 421 (Fort Fisher Blvd South) during the summer months. Al Woodal - a resident of the Ocean Dunes community,

In a memo to the Council earlier this week, Cramer explained, "In November, Mayor Pro Tem Pierce requested an update on the Street Evaluation.

See Streets, page 8-A

By WILLARD KILLOUGH III Managing Editor

KURE BEACH - A project to repave U.S. 421 in Carolina Beach and Kure Beach is set to begin the first week in Febru-

ary. The project contract is for $671,573.74 and will repave the road known as South Lake Park Blvd in Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher Blvd in Kure Beach. Crews with S. T. Wooten

Corporation are set to begin work on February 2nd, with completion of the project by May 15th, 2015. The road will be milled up and resurfaced from Carolina

See Kure Beach, page 2-A

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Editorial: Town To Try For Boardwalk Extension... Again

By WILLARD KILLOUGH III Managing Editor

The Town of Carolina Beach will attempt, again, in April to get a variance to extend our existing 750+ foot long wooden oceanfront boardwalk in the downtown area another 875' feet to the north. They withdrew their request for a variance when it became apparent the State Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) was not likely to vote in favor of it and they would not be able to return with the same request at a later date. Now they plan to return to

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the CRC on April 29th and 30th, to ask again. One of the issues was opposition from residents living in the area where the extension would cross their ocean views. That's a valid issue for those property owners to raise because ask any other resident living on the oceanfront if they want a wooden walkway built in between their home and the beach and the majority will say no. Among numerous claims presented by the Town to justify the extension such as providing additional public access, preserving the environment and others, they

claim it will provide additional ADA handicap access to both view and access the beachfront. Additionally, it will connect the downtown Boardwalk area to the Town's Marina several blocks away. First, the existing 750+ foot long boardwalk - which is being rebuilt as we speak - has never experienced a traffic jam of people needing ADA access. It's more than adequate and more than doubling that area is akin to building a 50-bedroom house for two people. Second, it will not connect the

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street to the beach for public access. Standing in the middle of the extension, you'll have walk over 400' feet in either direction to access Carolina Beach Avenue North. Third, people who park in the Town parking lots in between the Boardwalk and the Marina will never, ever, have a reason to get to their destination by going hundreds of feet in the opposite direction to get to either destination. This is like watching someone build a glass fish tank under water, in the ocean with a filter: Pointless.

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WASTEFUL BOONDOGGLE Mayor Council, I request the Mayor or his designee provide the names of all the Council members that will be attending the Water Resources Congress Meeting (BOONDOGGLE) on March10 in Washington D.C. that causes the change in our regularly scheduled Council meeting for March 10th.

Boondoggle:(1) Work or activity that is wasteful or pointless but gives the appearance of having value. (2)Waste time or money on unnecessary or questionable projects. What value can possibly be derived of 3 members of this Council spending taxpayer money such as a $10.85 Sub-

way sandwich from Subway restaurant and a $18.70 steak sandwich from Elephant and Castle restaurant with a $3.60 tip billed for a total of $22.30 to the Town by a member of Council in Washington D.C. with no receipt at last years meeting on 2/25/13. I can give you the total cost of this boondoggle or you can substantiate it yourselves

in public records under Councils travel expenses. The cost gets even worst when 6 people (4 from Carolina Beach and 2 from our legislature ate1 meal at a cost of $494.57+a $80.00 tip in Raleigh at Town expense at a previous Town Hall Day. (Boondoggle). D.A. Lewis, Carolina Beach, NC

72). We can't walk far, or carry things far, so this beach has been a God-sent to us, we would never be able to use a conventional beach. Our kids always used to go there with their kids, and many times, they would camp out overnight. The whole family would pitch tents and they would have a wonderful weekend. We would join them in the morning with hot coffee

and spent the day there. It was a wonderful, inexpensive way to have a family outing. Then Carolina Beach discovered a cash cow and a way to ruin it. We didn't need toilets, or lifeguards, or many rules, everyone did what they were supposed to do. Now my kids don't go, and this is probably our last year. Don't you think $75 is a bit much? And that was the dis-

counted rate. We weren't going to pay the full amount. All this does is keep locals from going. I hope the tourists won't pay that very high entrance fee and that the grubby, misers that keep raising the prices find they are losing money this year. Why does a good thing always get ruined? Elaine Herzog, Wilmington, NC

learned from the review of the article is that my proofreading skills still need a lot of work. This will be the last time that I will be responding to comments on my column, but don’t let that stop the reader from making comments --positive or negative, I will continue to read them and use them, hopefully, to improve

their quality. The Island Gazette has given me a forum to express my views for a number of years, and it would not be proper, in my opinion, to turn the paper into a blog sheet for the column. Again I’d like to thank Mr. Tarvin for his comments. Charlie Allo Kure Beach, NC

Freeman Park Dear Editor, Freeman Park -- when we moved here 12 years ago, we bought a 4-wheel drive so we could go to the beach with "everything" loaded in the truck. There was never any trash problems, dog problems or parking problems. Granted, we don't usually go on weekends and holidays. We are retired and up in age (my hubby is 86, I'm

Thank you Mr. Tarvin I would like to take this one opportunity to thank a reader for his comments on the article tilted “Free Speech and Protesting”, but it was made clear in the first sentence that both free speech and the right to protest are cherished rights, but evidently it was not made clear that the right to protest ends for a person when it de-

nies another person of their right, there is an expression that “one’s right to free expression ends when the other person’s fist is about to his another individual”, and the protestors crossed this line numerous times during their protests, this fact should have been made clearer in that article. The other thing that I

BOARDWALK EXTENSION NORTH Dear Editor, It is apparent the Town of Carolina Beach (TCB) is again seeking approval from the Coastal Resource Commission

(CRC) to construct a boardwalk extension north to Pelican Lane. The TCB already has submitted two separate variances to the CRC seeking

approval for the boardwalk extension and both were denied. It is evident that TCB will waste time, money and resources to get this approved.

This seems to be commonplace (example: road diet and aquarium pier). What

Kure Beach

This follows completion of new sidewalks last year along K Avenue as well as repaving of that street intersecting with Fort Fisher Blvd in downtown Kure Beach. Additionally, K Avenue east of Fort Fisher Blvd was repaved with new

sidewalks, landscaping and placement of utility lines underground helping to improve the visual appearance of the streetscape. Combined with the Town's new oceanfront park and pavilion, Kure Beach's road in-

frastructure has seen major improvements in recent years. Town officials are confident the upcoming project on U.S. 421 will not entirely block traffic, but some delays and detours can be expected at times.

He said the mother was using their shower washing off her stuff. He told her to leave or else he would call the police and the lady responded, "Call the police" in a defiant manner. Woodal said people have been observed urinating on a fence in the area and one lady was seen using a shower without clothing on. He said the situation will eventually have a negative impact on their property values not to mention their quality of life. He said the same thing happens throughout the Ocean Dunes condo complex. Councilman David Heglar questioned if the Town could actually enforce no-parking signs along a state highway. Town attorney Andy Canoutas said if the North Carolina Department of Transportation has no objection to enforcing the signs, the Town can enforce it but once a person is on Ocean Dunes property, it's up to the Homeowner's Association to take action. The Town would also have to adopt a new ordinance concerning enforcement of no-parking signs in that area.

Council discussed other areas of Town that have similar issues near subdivisions such as Sea Watch, Kure Beach Village and others. Council member Emilie Swearingen said, "It is a problem with Kure Beach Village to where they are parking in that vacant lot up there. They are parking all the way down Kure Beach Village Way and in front of the gazebos." She said some people have broken locks off of bathrooms and caused other issues for area residents. Ocean Dunes requires a parking permit placed on the vehicle, but Woodal said he wasn't sure how well that was enforced. Bill Moore, President of the Ocean Dunes Homeowners Association spoke to the Planning and Zoning Commission in December and said he spoke with the North Carolina Department of Transpiration (NCDOT) and they will pay for signs if the Town makes a "full time decision" to enforce no parking signs along 421, but if not, it will be the Town's responsibility. Commission member Joseph

Whitley said in December that a representative of NCDOT said, "It is pretty much up to the Town what we would like to do. We could block it off, no parking, we could limit it, we could restrict it around the entrances to Ocean Dunes. It would be up to the Town to decided." Commission Chairman Craig Galbraith said, "And that was just not for Ocean Dunes, that's for all of 421" and they could come up with a master parking plan for the entire road in Kure Beach. Whitley said some of the areas in question lead to CAMA (Coastal Area Management Act) Beach Access walkways that permit public access to the beach within the Ocean Dunes condo complex. He said, "It's pedestrian. It is foot traffic. You can restrict parking but you can't do anything with the foot traffic using the beach access." Whitley said NCDOT will put up the signs, but the Town has to enforce those parking restrictions. Galbraith said parking is not typically a zoning issue, but Council asked them to research the issue.

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From page 1-A Sands Drive in Carolina Beach south to Avenue E in Kure Beach. A distance of 2.52 miles.

Parking From page 1-A He said, "We realize the beach has a public access to it but I'm here to request no-parking signs" along Highway 421. He said after speaking with officials from the North Carolina Department of Transportation they agreed to put up signs, but were not sure about enforcement. Woodal said the previous weekend the roadside was lined with cars, "And once the area filled up out there they started coming into our property. There are signs everywhere saying private property, do not park, etc. No one obeyed anything. They pulled into car ports that were vacant just assuming the people weren't home." He said, "Two cars pulled up into my particular area right in front of where I park. A car and a truck. Both were packed with kids. I said listen you guys have to leave. This is private property, you cannot park here. Leave. And over in the distance I hear someone yelling "Do not talk to my children that way."

See Letter, page 8-A

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Hotel From page 1-A various Town departments. During the Council's January 13th, meeting, Town Manager Michael Cramer explained, "The Hampton Inn has sent in their plans to us and we have been reviewing them for the past week or so. We are expecting to finalize our review this week and return suggestions to the contractors for changes or improvements to their plan. We are hopeful we will be able to issue a foundation permit within the next week or so and once they make all of the corrections and changes to their plan, we will do a full blown building permit." He explained, "We are expecting that they will start construction probably in the first part of February with their foundations and footings and things of that nature." On Tuesday January 20th, Senior Planner Jeremy Hardison said the developer delivered updated plans to the Planning Department earlier that day. The updated plans were submitted based on comments provided by the Town along with requests for additional information. Hardison said a building permit could be issued by the end of the week. Many citizens have been waiting for some action to begin on the property after many years planning and multiple owners proposing a new major chain hotel at that location. Currently the Town is working on placing utility lines un-

FEMA From page 1-A extent of damage varying significantly based on the type, location, and intensity of the various flood events. The town completed some Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) acquisition activity following Hurricane Fran and also completed a successful fiscal year 2008 Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) project on Carolina Avenue North." Hardison explained, "The town has a large number of older, very valuable singlefamily primary and secondary residences located both in V flood zones and in the AE zone

Letter From page 2-A will they try next? It is evident that the boardwalk extension north variance did not meet CRC guidelines and will cause an undo hardship to many home-

Streets From page 1-A At that time I indicated that we would begin evaluating the streets in December and be complete by the end of January. Our plan was to assign one or two employees to evaluate each street and catalog the types of issues. They will mark the location and identify the type, seriousness and size of the problem."

derground in the area of the Boardwalk and hotel since part of the infrastructure plan for the downtown area and ongoing Phase 1-A water, sewer and stormwater project will permit pre-installation of underground conduits to place utility lines underground in the future. History of Project... The Carolina Beach Town Council unanimously approved changes to a conditional use permit for a new oceanfront Hampton Inn and Suites last year at their January 14th, 2014 meeting after lengthy discussion. The Council agreed to waive parking requirements and require the developer to grade a Town-owned gravel parking lot on Canal Drive across from the Town's marina. The Council previously approved a permit to construct the eight story, 100-room hotel at 1 Harper Avenue on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk during their November 12th, 2013 meeting. Blanchard & Calhoun Commercial, a real estate development and commercial brokerage firm in Augusta, Georgia, purchased the property from a previous owner who had planned to construct a Hilton Garden Inn at the same location. The site was previously approved for a 191room 125-foot tall hotel in 2007. The site has since been sold and is a completely different project. Currently on the site is 170’ of right of way for Carolina Beach Avenue N. and 41,930 sq. ft. of vacant land. The building site property is .96 acres located in the CBD. The proposed structure is 87.5’ feet in height.

The footprint of the structure is 22,626 square feet. A pool will be located on the second floor, along with a breakfast café, outside bar area and an outside seating area. The hotel will have direct access to the boardwalk. The project requires 100 parking spaces. Previously 73 of those spaces were provided on the hotel property. The developer was asking for a waiver for 9 spaces lowering the requirement to 91 spaces overall. The three public parking lots between Harper Avenue and Carl Winner Street were to be redesigned to act as one large parking lot by the developer to increase available parking. 18 spaces in the parking lot closest to the Boardwalk area near the corner of Harper Avenue and Canal Drive would have been designated only for hotel use. The developer said those spaces would typically only be needed during the busy peak times of the summer tourist season. The spaces would be labeled as hotel parking spaces. Following approval of the conditional use permit for the hotel project, the Council approved closing a 170' portion of Carolina Beach Avenue North to facilitate the hotel project. Now closed, the road will become part of the hotel property. Town Manager Michael Cramer previously sent an update to Council on December 6th, 2013 explaining, "At the November 12, 2013 Town Council Meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Steve Shuttleworth made a motion to approve the Hampton Inn Hotel Project with the fact that it met all seven

required findings, general conditions 1-4, and is conditioned upon the recommendations of the draft grant order that was listed in staff. Also direct staff to negotiate a lease after 20 years for the 18 [parking] spaces and report back to council what that lease is, preferably close to some kind of market rate and also to memorialize the landscape changes, specifically the connectivity to the boardwalk, the sidewalk expansion from Carl Winner to Harper and the grading of the Harbor Master lots. The motion was carried unanimously." Cramer explained that following the November 2013 approval it was discovered that a portion of the permit may not have been in compliance with state law governing how long a Town can lease public land to a private company. Basically, state law limits lease terms to 10 years. For terms longer than that, a process requiring the Town to advertise for upset bids must be followed. State law § 160A272. Lease or rental of property, states, " Leases for terms of more than 10 years shall be treated as a sale of property and may be executed by following any of the procedures authorized for sale of real property." Cramer explained, "Due to these additional steps, the possibility of upset bid and the time frame for completion of the additional steps, the Developer is considering applying for a modification of the CUP site plan." The new plan is to utilize recently acquired property and on-site plan modifications to allow the Developer to estab-

lish an additional 6 parking spaces on their own property. These changes will allow the Developer to provide 79 parking spaces on their property and they requested the town waive a total of 21 parking spaces. Through the November 12, 2013 grant order, town council has already waived 9 parking spaces, so the Developer is asking for an additional 12 spaces to be waived. He explained, "In addition to the waving of the parking spaces the existing CUP requires “the sidewalk expansion from Carl Winner to Harper and the grading of the Harbor Master lots.” These improvements will add an estimated 44 public parking spaces to the existing 14 public spaces for a total of 58 spaces in the Harbor Master Lot. Using the existing Harbor Master Lot revenue as a benchmark we anticipate an increase in revenue estimated at approximately $8,018.00 per year for the new parking spaces." Cramer explained, "With the

proposed CUP modification the Developer will meet the parking requirements and will not require the use or modification of the town’s “Palms” parking lots. If for some reason the Developers business model is not correct and additional parking is required then either the hotel or the hotel clients will pay for parking in the town parking lots in a “first come first serve” manner." After lengthy discussion about the project and previous conditions for approval, the Council voted unanimously to approve of the requested changes. The developer said due to purchasing land in the interim to facilitate more parking on their property they would not make improvements to the Town's sidewalk or parking lots. The Council added a condition of approval requiring the developer to improve the gravel lot known as the "Harbor Masters Lot" on Canal Drive across from the Municipal Marina and Gibby's Restaurant.

that are extremely vulnerable to flood events. The town is very fortunate that it has not suffered significant hurricane damage in a number of years, given the high incidence of Atlantic hurricane activity in recent years. Elevation above Base Flood Elevation (BFE) to current coastal construction standards would virtually eliminate flood losses for these structures during any storm other than a catastrophic event." He explained, "The town has completed a data sort of its current Severe Repetitive Loss list. Staff is hopeful that approximately ten (10) SRL units will be approved by North Carolina Department of Emergency Management (NCDEM) under

the fiscal year 2014 UHMA program. Due to the fact that almost all of the flood damage since 1996 has been repetitive coastal flooding and can be costeffectively mitigated through the elevation process, the town of Carolina Beach is not pursuing an acquisition alternative at this time. The town prefers the elevation alternative because it preserves the town’s tax base, and eliminates the need for the town to maintain small, isolated parcels of land scattered throughout its jurisdiction. The town has identified no practical public use for isolated parcels acquired with HMGP funds. If the town identifies a practical public use for properties that have code enforcement issues

and are unsuitable for elevation, or identifies a hardship issue making acquisition more preferable to the homeowner, it may pursue a limited acquisition activity in the final application." Hardison said the project will take place at scattered locations in the Town of Carolina Beach. The implementation of the project will eliminate repetitive flood damage experienced by up to ten homeowners through elevation of existing finished floor elevations above the Base Flood Elevation as specified by the Town of Carolina Beach Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, and foundation retrofitting as specified by universal engineering design standards and the North Carolina State

Residential Building Code. Hardison explained, "It is expected that this proposed project will provide a significant reduction in post-disaster insurance settlements, direct FEMA payments to homeowners, and temporary displacement, uninsured losses, loss of personal property, and other primary and secondary adverse economic and human impacts resulting from flood damage." Hardison said, "There will be no homeowner or town expense. It will be 100% FEMA funded." He said homes have to meet specific FEMA requirements and they are confident they will meet those criteria. He noted it is a national program with other lo-

cal governments throughout the country making similar applications. The homes that will be elevated are: 508 Canal Drive Carolina Beach, NC 28428 707 Canal Drive Carolina Beach, NC 28428 906 Canal Drive Carolina Beach, NC 28428 1201 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Beach, NC 28428 1405 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Beach, NC 28428 1118 Canal Drive Carolina Beach, NC 28428 1515 Carolina Beach Ave., Carolina Beach, NC 28428 Some will be elevated on wood pilings while others will be raised on blocks.

owners along the 875 feet stretch of land. In their third attempt, the TCB might change the variance to reduce the width from 8 feet to 16 feet, reduce the number of bump outs, but this still will not decrease the affect it will have on the homeowners. It still will greatly impact ecological sys-

tems and homeowner’s security, privacy, views and property values. TCB has not proven that the public has undo hardship in accessing the beach. There are 20 access points within a two mile stretch from the Carolina Beach Pier to the existing boardwalk. The improvements to the exist-

ing boardwalk and existing access areas will sufficiently meet the needs of the general public, elderly and handicapped. Parking is the problem for people accessing the beach. Why approve a parallel structure (boardwalk) when only a vertical beach access is needed? This parallel

structure will cause undo hardships on homeowners in regards to damage from a major storm or hurricane, littering, noise levels and issues of safety and security. Do we need to move the problems occurring on the sidewalks along Carolina Beach Ave North to the backyards of homeown-

ers, renters and guests trying to enjoy the peacefulness and serenity of ocean sounds and views? Hopefully, we can defeat this third attempt in building the boardwalk to nowhere. Mark Richard - Cabana Carolina Beach, NC

Cramer explained due to the task of moving the Town's Operations Department out of commercial space leased at the Federal Point Shopping Center to land recently purchased by the Town on Bridge Barrier Road and the transition of an employee in that department to the Planning Department, "We have not been able to perform this work" said Cramer. He explained, "At this point it has become abundantly clear that we will not be able to per-

form the street evaluation with the staff that we have. Over the next few months we will be ramping up for the tourist season and we will not be able to dedicate the employees to the evaluation. Because of our current workload I have determined that we can’t evaluate the streets in-house and we will need to hire a consultant for this work. It is not unusual for communities our size to need outside expertise to perform these operations, however, I was hopeful

that we could do it ourselves so that we could continue to be self sufficient." Cramer said the Town will advertise a Request for Proposals for a company to evaluate Town streets over the next several months. He explained, "The RFP will be complete by Friday and on the town website by Monday next week. I anticipate that it will take three to four months for a firm to complete the task." He explained the cost for

such an evaluation can be funded using Powell Bill funds given to the Town by the State to help fund maintenance of public streets. He explained, "This type of evaluation is an eligible expense for Powell Bill funds and we would be well served by using these funds to more efficiently program our street repair funds. During this time Brian and I will be developing a Request for Proposal that will allow us to go out for bid

to get a company to perform the street repairs. Tasks will include; remove the asphalt, tamp down and repair the base stone and resurface the location. Once the evaluation is complete we will prioritize the locations and get estimates for larger projects. At that point we will know a general cost of the patchwork and bring it to council for a priority discussion on how to move forward. I apologize for the continued delay of this project."

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30 Dead Due To Flu Virus In North Carolina From Dec. 28th To Jan. 3rd RALEIGH, N.C. - If you haven't received a flu shot this season, here is some incentive 30 people died as a result of the flu virus in North Carolina between December 28th and January 3rd. A total of 54 people have died this flu season. The New Hanover County Health Department began offering flu shots Tuesday, Sept. 30. Appointments are available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and walkins will be gladly accepted. To schedule your appointment, call (910) 798-6646. According to health officials, everyone six months of age and older should be vaccinated against the flu annually, especially those with chronic diseases, such as asthma, diabetes and heart disease. Pregnant

women and the elderly are also at high risk. “Getting an annual flu shot is the best way to prevent flu from spreading,” said New Hanover County Deputy Health Director Joshua Swift. “Also, protect yourself and others by covering coughs and sneezes, washing hands frequently with soap and water or hand sanitizer, and staying home and away from others when sick.” This year, the health department will offer the traditional injectable vaccine for ages 6 months and older, the nasal spray (FluMist) to ages two through 49, and a high dose option to those 65 and older. The vaccine protects against four flu strains, including the common H1N1 and H3N2 varieties. Persons with mobility issues

can receive the vaccine in their automobile, if requested. You do not have to be a New Hanover County resident to receive a flu shot at the New Hanover County Health Department (910) 798-6529. Flu vaccines are $45.00 each for age 6 months to 65 yrs. High dose vaccine for patients age 65+ are $60.00. FluMist (intranasal) vaccine is available for patients age 2 to 49 at a charge of $55.00. The health department accepts Medicare/Medicaid, Blue Cross/Blue Shield of NC, United Health Care, Aetna, Cigna, Tricare, Health Choice, cash, check, or Visa/MasterCard (credit or debit). For my information call 910-798-6646. CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older as the

first and most important step in protecting against this serious disease. While there are many different flu viruses, the seasonal flu vaccine is designed to protect against the main flu viruses that research suggests will cause the most illness during the upcoming flu season. People should begin getting vaccinated soon after flu vaccine becomes available, ideally by October, to ensure that as many people as possible are protected before flu season begins. In addition to getting vaccinated, you can take everyday preventive actions like staying away from sick people and washing your hands to reduce the spread of germs. If you are sick with flu, stay home from work or school to prevent spreading flu to others.

Encourage your loved ones to get vaccinated as soon as vaccine becomes available in their communities, preferably by October. Vaccination is especially important for people at high risk for serious flu complications, and their close contacts. Children between 6 months and 8 years of age may need two doses of flu vaccine to be fully protected from flu. Your child’s doctor or other health care professional can tell you whether your child needs two doses. Children younger than 6 months are at higher risk of serious flu complications, but are too young to get a flu vaccine. Because of this, safeguarding them from flu is especially important. If you live with or care for an infant younger than 6

months of age, you should get a flu vaccine to help protect them from flu. Flu vaccines are designed to protect against the main flu viruses that research suggests will be the most common during the upcoming season. Three kinds of flu viruses commonly circulate among people today: Influenza A (H1N1) viruses, influenza A (H3N2) viruses, and influenza B viruses. For more information on the flu clinic at the New Hanover County Health Department, call (910) 798-6646. For health-related news and information connect with the New Hanover County Health Department on social media: www.twitter.com/nhchealth and www.facebook.com/nhchealth

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Fort Fisher Commemorates the 150th Anniversary of the Last Battle

This past weekend the Fort Fisher State Historic Site commemorated the 150th Anniversary of the last battle of Fort Fisher. The two day program, “Nor Shall Your Glory Be Forgot: the 150th Anniversary of the 2nd Battle of Fort Fisher” focused on the struggle, capture and defense of the Confederacy's largest fortification and "Gibraltar of the South" during the attack that took place January 15th of

1865. Guests enjoyed battle scenarios, reenactments that featured hundreds of reenactors representing Union and Confederate soldiers, sailors, and Marines realistically depicting everything from camp life to battle strategies, music, several speakers, demonstrations and of course the bombs that were heard throughout the island, the firing of the cannons. Fort Fisher See 150TH, page 18B

4th Annual Event January 29th-February 1st

January's Shag Classic, a three-day charity event benefiting women with cancer and their families, showcases elite recipients of beach music's

recent CAMMY Awards, including Male Vocalist of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, Group of the Year, and Best See SHAG, page 11B

11th Annual Polar Plunge to be Held in Kure Beach this Year Saturday, February 21st The Special Olympics Polar Plunge will move to Kure Beach this year while the Boardwalk is under construction. Saturday, February 21st the 5K Run-N-Plunge race day registration will begin at 9am with the race starting promptly at 10am. At 11am gates will open for the regular event where

attendees will enjoy live music, a silent auction, costume contest and more all at the Kure Beach Pavilion! Plungers will start to line up at 3pm and start taking the plunge shortly afterwards. Proceeds for the event benefit New Hanover County’s Special Olympics Team. Their See POLAR, page 14B

Step Up For Soldiers Back Yard BBQ Cook-Off On Saturday, March 7th, 2015 contestants will take to their grills, forks in hand, secret recipes folded and stashed in pockets, all for the glory of the title and the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped to raise a significant amount of money for Step Up For Soldiers. The Step Up for Soldiers Back Yard BBQ Cook-Off will return to the lake in Carolina Beach at the junction of Lake Park Boulevard and Atlanta Avenue and everyone is welcome. Sponsorship and applications available online at www.stepupforsoldiers.org. Step up for Soldiers is a nonSee Step Up BBQ, page 14B

The Island Men are Looking to make even bigger Contributions to our Community in 2015 The Island Men is an opennon-profit membership, 501.c.3 organization of men with a focus of creating camaraderie among area men while giving back to our community. Though the organization was formed only 18 months ago our current membership already totals over 50 with a

good mixture of long-time residents and those who recently moved to the Pleasure Island Area (which includes Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Fort Fisher and Communities over the bridge south of Monkey Junction). Our membership is made up of members with varSee Island Men, page 17B

BABY-OF-THE-WEEK - This week’s Baby of the Week is Lucas Benton, son of the late Nick Benton who recently received a special visit from Santa Claus over the holidays. Lucas, who is blind, could not "see" Santa, but he certainly was able to feel Santa's beard. Santa, himself, seemed to enjoy Lucas' loving touch. Grandson of Gina and David Benton, of Carolina Beach, Lucas celebrated his first birthday on January 10th!

East Coast Shag Classic Attracts Top Bands to Battle Cancer WILMINGTON, NC - The Fourth Annual East Coast Shag Classic, featuring the year's top beach music singers, musicians and entertainers, returns to Wrightsville Beach, January 29 - February 1, 2015. Master-ofceremonies is Joey Warren 'The Little Man of Beach Music' - widely known by fans from live appearances and as morning personality on YourBeachMusic. com, CBMA's Internet Station of the Year. "The East Coast Shag Classic is a must attend event for beach music fans ... a wonderful and meaningful weekend," says Warren.

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

Museum Awarded NC Glaxo SmithKline Foundation Grant P.I. Calendar of Events for 2015 • February 21 - 2015 Special Olympics Polar Plunge (910-341-7253) • March 7 - 4th Annual Step-Up For Soldiers Backyard BBQ (910-431-8122) • March 14 - 11th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo-Tide Run (910-368-9523) • March 27-28 - Suncoast Cruiser “Back to the Beach” Car Show (910-707-0060) • April 11 - 19th Annual Chowder Cook-Off (910-458-8434) • April 18 - Island of Lights Fashion Show (910-617-5945) • April 19 - 5th Annual 5K Holland Hustle (910-297-9522) • April 25-26 - Easter Seal Ride (910-323-1926) • May 14 - 17th Annual Disabled Fishing Tournament (910-279-7474) • May 16 - Carolina Beach Arts Festival (910-458-7822) • May 16-17 - 22nd Annual Seaside Soccer Classic (910-392-0306) • May 16–Oct 3 - Carolina Beach Farmers Market every Saturday (910-458-2977) • May 17 - Double Sprint Marathon (910-620-6405) • May 26 – Aug - Tuesday Family Night at Carolina Beach Boardwalk • May 27 – Aug - Wednesday Night Bingo at Carolina Beach Boardwalk • May 30 - Beach Wrestling Nationals (910-395-4362) • June - Aug - Fireworks every Thursday Night on the Beach (910-458-8434) • June - Aug - Free Movies at the Carolina Beach Lake every Sunday (910-458-8434) • June – Aug - Weekly Boardwalk Music Every Thursday (910-458-8434) • June - Aug - FREE Summer Concerts 2nd and 4th Fridays (910-458-8434) • June 6 - 30th Annual Carolina Beach Music Festival (910-458-8434) • June 9–Aug 25 - Kure Beach Open Air Market (910-459-8216) • July 3 - Independence Day Fireworks (910-458-8434) • June 14 - Life Rolls On (910-431-0594) • July 10-12 - East Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Fishing Tournament (910-470-1374) • August 8-9 - EVP Beach Volleyball Tournament (910-332-8755) • Sept 12 - 3rd Annual Heart of Hope Run (910-228-5282) • Sept 18-19 - 3rd Annual Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta and Festival (910-599-2979) • Sept 26 - 3rd Annual Pleasure Island Day of Hope “Toes in the Sand” Walk (910-458-9453) • Oct 4 - Carolina Beach Half Marathon (919-889-3438) • Oct 11&12 - 21st Annual Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival (910-458-8434) • Oct 16-18 - 9th Annual Pleasure Island Surf Fishing Challenge (910-452-6378) • Oct 17 - 7th Annual Salty Paws Festival (910-458-7233) • Oct 24 - Annual Carolina Beach Firefighters Association BBQ (910-458-8434) • Nov 27 - Island of Lights Light Up Celebration at the Lake (910-458-5507) • Nov 27-28, Dec 5,12,19 - 7th Annual Christmas by the Sea (Carolina Beach Boardwalk) (910-458-8434) • Dec 4 - Island of Lights Parade (910-458-5507) • Dec 5 - Island of Lights Flotilla (910-458-0211) • Dec 11, 12, 13 - Kure Beach Fantasy Christmas Show (910-279-0459) • Dec 12 - Island of Lights Tour of Homes (910-458-5006) • Dec 31 - New Year’s Eve Countdown/Fireworks Carolina Beach For more information or updates visit the PI COC website at www.PleasureIslandNC.org

Wilmington Concert Association Presents Award-winning Jazz Pianist Mary Louise Knutson WILMINGTON – The Wilmington Concert Association is pleased to present jazz pianist, Mary Louise Knutson in concert on Friday, March 27th at 7:30 p.m. on the Thalian Hall Main Stage. Concert includes stellar local musicians Douglas Curtis

Irving (bass) and Lee Venters (drums). Ms. Knutson tours the U.S. regularly with former Tonight Show bandleader trumpeter Doc Severinsen and his big band. Mary Louise has performed with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie, See CONCERT, page 11B

Cameron Art Museum News 814 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401 • (910) 798-4370 www.capefearmuseum.com or Find Them on Facebook

MUSEUM SCHOOL 2015 Do you have your Museum School catalog for 2015? Pick one up at the Cameron Art Museum or at select Harris Teeter, Food Lion or CVS locations around town. MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR MUSEUM SCHOOL WINTER SESSION II REG-

ISTRATION, STARTS ON JAN. 25, 2015. www.cameronartmuseum/ museumschool or by phone 910-395-5999. State of the Art/Art of the State Gallery Conversations January and February 2015 See MUSEUM, page 15B

WILMINGTON, N.C. – Cape Fear Museum has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation. Funds will be used to fund

astronomy programming for every third grade class in New Hanover County and to offset the purchase of the Museum’s new portable planetarium. See GRANT, page 11B

FOX TV’s ‘Sleepy Hollow’ Returns to Tryon Palace for a Third Time Film production will affect Palace grounds, surrounding city streets The FOX TV series “Sleepy Hollow” will be filming on location at Tryon Palace this Tuesday, Jan. 20. This visit marks the third time that “Sleepy Hollow” has used the

Tryon Palace grounds as a filming location. “Ever since the first season wrapped, we’ve been keeping our fingers crossed that ‘Sleepy See FOX TV, page 11B

Carolina Beach Weight Watchers Club Starting on Monday’s Getting ready for summer and trying to find that perfect bathing suit? Or, just simply trying to lose weight, well you have come to the right place. Welcoming to Carolina Beach is our very own Weight Watchers Club. Starting every Monday at 12:00 noon, the Weight Watchers Club will be

holding meetings at Carolina Beach Presbyterian Church. Weight Watchers new program helps you lose weight that some think could be impossible to lose, but with the help of the consultants and the leaders, they will guide you into a new body and a new you.

Cape Fear Volunteer Center In Need of Immediate Support The Cape Fear Volunteer Center is in need of donations of time, money and supplies for their Big Buddy Program. The Big Buddy Program and its volunteers make a significant contribution to the youth of

our community by improving themselves personally, in their homes, in school and their future in our community. Many of these children were "at risk". After our mentoring program, See Big Buddy, page 11B

Island Women Recyclable Bag Sponsor Spots Going Fast This year, Island Women plan to produce 5,000 bags that will be distributed in our community to locals and tourists before the Memorial Day holiday. As a community, let’s get together to provide an original reusable bag,(depicting all that Pleasure Island has to offer) into the

hands of our vacationers and residents. The proceeds from the bag will help the Island Women organization continue our mission of improving the quality of life on Pleasure Island. The Pleasure Island reusable bag is just one of the many projects See Earth Bag, page 14B

Cape Fear Museum News 814 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401 • (910) 798-4370 www.capefearmuseum.com or Find Them on Facebook

Cameron Art Museum Presents the 10th Annual Civil War Living History Weekend Commemorating the Sesquicentennial of the Battle of Forks Road Sat., Feb. 7 and Sun. Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. Wilmington, NC— For the 10th consecutive year Cameron Art Museum presents the Annual Civil War Living History Weekend which commemorates the 150th anniversary of Battle of Forks Road. This year’s theme “Forks Road…The Beginning of the End” highlights this significant Battle which is re-enacted

on both days by uniformed Union, U. S. Colored Troop (U.S.C.T.) and Confederate reenactors. The event takes place Saturday, February 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with galleries open until 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., though the museum See CIVIL WAR, page 17B

OUR WEB SITE IS UP! www.FederalPointHistory.org It has taken us awhile, but between Ron Griffin and Rebecca, we’ve gotten a pretty good start on our web site. Please take a look and see what you think. We’re always open to feedback and ideas, just email them to FPHPS@yahoo.com OR federalpointhistory@yahoo.com A number of the pages are still under construction, but all of the basic information is up.

We are still working on adding pictures and graphics and researching PayPal to see if we can get the gift shop merchandise available for online purchase. There is also a new version of our cataloging software that may make it possible to link our web page to our holdings catalog, which will eventually list all of our books, photos, and subject files as well as maps and even program videos.

For more information on any of the Town of Kure Beach program offerings, please visit www.townofkurebeach.org or call Town Hall at (910)458-

8216. In addition, Ocean Front Park and the Community Center are available for rent. More information is available on the website or by calling Town Hall.

Ageless Grace Classes at KB Community Center Ageless Grace is a fitness program especially designed for the senior community, including those with physical disabilities and challenges. We all know how important it is for a healthy mind, body and soul to remain active and keep our bodies moving. Ageless Grace accomplishes

this through a fun and accessible system of fitness tools that is enjoyed while listening to wonderful music. It embraces the imagination, gets people laughing and nurtures the well being of both the body and the brain. Keeping the joints and spine See AGELESS, page 17B

New Session of Water Color Wednesday begins February 11th Attention budding artists – the next 4-week session of watercolor painting classes will begin on Wednesday, the 11th of February. These classes are taught by Kure Beach’s own award-winning International artist Ken Withrow. All classes are held at the Kure Beach Community Center with Beginner classes running from 9:30 am – 11:30 am and Intermediate classes

from 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm. The cost to participate is $30 per person. Registration forms can be found on our website, www.townofkurebeach.org, or at Town Hall. Bring your completed registration form along with your payment to the first class. For more information and a list of supplies needed, please visit our website or call Town Hall at (910) 458-8216.

Catch your Kure Beach Bluefish

Kure Beach has commemorative opportunities on the boardwalk in the shape of a Bluefish. Each fish allows up to three lines of print. For $220, you can make a memory on the boardwalk for

loved ones, celebrate an event or advertise your business. To get your Bluefish call Town Hall at 910-458-8216 or print your order form from the Town’s website at www.townofkurebeach.org

Hula Hoop Dance Class to begin at Community Center on January 7th Looking for a different and fun way to stick to those fitness resolutions in the New Year? Join us at the Kure Beach Community Center on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. for a hula hoop dance

class. An hour spent hooping can burn up to 600 calories! This new class is set to begin on Wednesday, January 7th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The cost to participate is $5 per person See Hula Hoop, page 15B

Community Center: 118 N 3rd Ave • Tuesday/Thursday – Kure Beach Aikido: Children’s class is 6-7 pm, Adult’s class is 7-9 pm. To register call (919) 8183046

• Thursday – Line Dancing with Ron Griffin: 10-11 am. Cost is $1, no preregistration required.

January 2015 Programs at N.C. Aquarium at Ft. Fisher BEHIND THE SCENES • AQUARIST APPRENTICE - Saturdays, January 24, 31 at 2 p.m.- Check out a dirty job you’re sure to love. Join staff on a behind-the-scenes tour and learn about Aquarium animals, what they eat, how they live, and how to care for them. Then, assist aquarists with food preparation and help feed the animals. Participants also observe aquarists during daily care and maintenance tasks. This limited opportunity is only open to 10 participants. Participants should wear closedtoe shoes and be prepared to smell fishy. For ages 10 and older. Ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $25 for ages 13 and older, $23 for ages 10-12. Aquarium admission included. P R E - R E G I S T R AT I O N

REQUIRED. • BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR - Saturdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31 at 11:15 a.m., Sundays, January 11, 18, 25 at 11:15 a.m., Sunday, January 25 at 1:15 p.m. - Check out a dirty job you’re sure to love. Join staff on a behind-the-scenes tour and learn about Aquarium animals, what they eat, how they live, and how to care for them. Then assist aquarists with food preparation and help feed the animals. Participants also observe aquarists during daily care and maintenance tasks. This limited opportunity is only open to 10 participants. Participants should wear closedtoe shoes and be prepared to smell fishy. For ages 10 and older. Ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by an See Aquarium, page 17B

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

SENIOR NEWS Katie B. Hines Senior Center Newsletter Updates Update on our Jan Feb newsletter. We were planning a OPEN HOUSE in February because of construction on Cape Fear Blvd. we are cancelling our plans for a later date. The Center is still open for all our other activities. Exercise is still Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 9:00 AM Line Dancing on Mondays at 3:30PM and Cards at 6:30

PM Bridge at 1:00 PM Tuesdays -- Quilting on Thursday at 10:00 Bingo is on Thursday at 7:00 PM Call the Center if you would like to learn Crocheting or Knitting or Basket Weaving. Hines Senior Center located at 308 Cape Fear Blvd. in Carolina Beach NC Phone 910-458-6609

Seasons of Caring Meditations for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Seasons of Caring: Meditations for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers (available from CreateSpace) is a book for anyone who loves and cares for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Seasons of Caring contains more than 140 original meditations from faith leaders and care specialists representing a wide and diverse range of major religious traditions, including Baptist, Buddhist, Catholic, Jewish, Lutheran, Methodist, Muslim, Presbyterian, Sikh and Unitarian Universalist among others. The book is written for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers, their families and friends, clergy and faith leaders, and care professionals. It will have special meaning for

facilitators and members of Alzheimer’s support groups, and serve as a catalyst for group reflection, discussion and individual meditation. Each of the 72 contributors – many caregivers themselves – draws upon his or her years of experience to offer words of hope, encouragement and understanding to those on the dreaded Alzheimer’s journey, giving voice to the unique challenges confronting Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers. The authors speak from the perspective of their distinct faith traditions, yet are united in their support of individuals and families facing Alzheimer’s and dementia. “I hope that Seasons of Caring brings you comfort, See SENIOR, page 17B

Filmmakers Celebrate 30 Years in Christian Film Industry Six months later, along with his twin brother Rich, they started filming the short drama near San Antonio, Texas. After 5 days, they sent their film footage to the lab, got it back and none of it was useable. Dave had made a crucial mistake with a camera setting. Did they quit? No. One month later, the Brothers regrouped and shot the movie. Thus began the career for the Christiano Brothers in the Christian film industry some 30 years ago. Today, 15 movies and

64 episodes of a TV series later, the Christiano Brothers entire body of work has had one goal in mind: to produce projects with the message of Jesus Christ for evangelism and Christian living. Theatrical releases have included the time travel adventure TIME CHANGER in 2002 and the heartfelt period piece THE SECRETS OF JONATHAN SPERRY in 2009. Both films played in over 300 theaters. These films were released through their distribution company, Five and Two

P i c t u r e s (FiveAndTwoPictures.com). The Brothers have worked with some well known actors such as Gavin Macleod, Patty Duke, Hal Linden, Robert Guillaume, Jennifer O'Neill, Harry Anderson, Clarence Gilyard, Michael Gross and Sean Astin. From 2007 through 2013, Dave Christiano produced 64 episodes of 7TH STREET THEATER, the first ever Christian drama series in the history of broadcasting. You can watch a free episode of the

series at 7thStreetTheater.com. Films by Dave and Rich Christiano have also been shown in thousands of churches of all denominations and distributed in many countries around the world. Countless decisions for the Lord have been recorded at these showings. "Regardless of the topic we dealt with," says Rich, "We have always wanted to make films for the church first, to inspire the believer, and then also present the truth so a See Filmmakers, page 14B

FamilyLife Celebrates MANuary as it Challenges Men to Step Up in the New Year As 2015 provides a fresh start for many across the nation, FamilyLife®, a nonprofit organization focused on developing godly marriages and families, is challenging the men of America to participate in MANuary, a two-month push for 50,000 men

to step up to courageous manhood and personal growth in the new year. “America has a crisis of manhood. Men have an inborn desire for greatness, but that desire is a constant target for hijacking. All sorts of messages are telling men

Love In Action These are tough times right now for so many. And Jesus calls us to love, not only with our words, but in Truth with our actions, as 1 John 3:18 says. At Beach Community Worship Service, we seek to do just that, by doing things a whole lot different. We seek to impact the community of Carolina Beach and beyond with the love of Christ. Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you thought you had no one to call for help? Well, we at BCWS want you to know that you now have a new place to call if you find yourself in need. If you get unexpected news and need someone to pray with you, please call us. If you are recovering from an illness or surgery or are a caretaker for a family

member and you just need a hot meal brought by or some groceries or medications, please call us. If you find yourself in an urgent situation, please call us, we’ll make every effort to help you the best we can. If you need clothes, shoes, or food, we want you to please call us. Pastors Tim Russell and Paul McCracken want you to know we all love you and we’re here for you. Galatians 6:2 tells us, “Share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ”. Our services are on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm and Sunday mornings at 11:00am. We are casual, come as you are and spirit filled. Come see Love In Action! We are located at 5 North 4th Street, CB and our phone number is (910)398-8509.

they can find that greatness by mastering the latest video game, having the champion Fantasy Football team or reaching a certain number of Twitter followers. As a result, far too many have distanced themselves from the responsibilities and joys of lead-

ing and serving their family,” says former NFL star Jeff Kemp, a vice president of FamilyLife. Starting in January, FamilyLife is challenging men to invest in other men in their area. Strong, courageous men lead in their See FamilyLife, page 14B

Is Jewish Law Too Strict for Its Own Good? ‘It’s Time to Bring Our Religion into the 21st Century,’ Says Former Temple President About one out of every 514 people in the world, 0.02 percent, is Jewish, according to a recently published survey by Israel's Maariv newspaper. “There is something inherently misleading about this; no doubt the study was done with the best academic standards, but the historical method for counting Jews has problems,” says Martin Vesole, former president of Temple Menorah in Chicago and author of the Jewish-themed novel Sleeping Truth, http://www.martinvesole.comw ww.martinvesole.com. “According to Jewish law, which by the way does not even

come from the Bible, the child of a Jewish woman is Jewish regardless of who the father is, while the child of a Jewish father is not Jewish if the mother is not Jewish. In other words, a Jewish woman can confer Jewishness, while a Jewish man cannot,” he says. “In my view, Jewish law on this point is completely insane, both genetically and sociologically,” says Vesole, a former attorney. “What possible point could there be in denying genetic Jews membership among the Jewish people? No other group works this way. It’s time to bring See JEWISH, page 14B

KURE MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

CAROLINA COAST VINEYARD CHURCH

117 North 3rd Ave, (910)458-5266 • Kure Beach, NC 28449

High Tide Lounge 1800 Carolina Beach AVE (top floor)

Kure Memorial Lutheran News

Carolina Coast Vineyard Sunday Morning Worship At the CB Pier

Encouragement for the week: Lord, make us instruments of your peace: where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where they is sadness, joy. Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that

we are pardoned, it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. -- St. Francis of Assisi Sunday Schedule: 9:00 Sunday School 10:00 Worship 11:00 Fellowship Time 4:30 Youth Group Surfin’ on God’s Grace, Pastor: Dan Keck 910-458-5266 email: pdannybeachguy@gmail.com Website: kurememorial.org

Carolina Coast Vineyard Church and Sunday Morning Worship have a unique and special story. Cathy Chester, Pastor, moved to Wilmington in 2012 from Columbus, Ohio with her husband Jon, a retired Deputy Sheriff, to plant CCVC in Wilmington, a call they felt very strongly about. Just two weeks after their arrival, they began meeting with neighbors in their home. But in less than

four months after starting the church, Jon, a passionate tattooed Harley riding cop turned pastor, died unexpectedly, after a routine surgery. Cathy, a retired Special Education teacher, knew that she was to keep the church going. So, she took the lead as pastor, continuing to meet with the group. She is still amazed at how she was able to keep going, knowing See VINEYARD, page 17B

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

Carolina Beach Park’s & Rec Dept. 2015 Youth Basketball League NEWS

Ashley High School SPORTS NEWS Boys Weekly Round-Up

Teams enter there 4th week of Play

• 01/13 – Ashley 67 Hoggard 38 – The Eagles lost their 2nd Conference game of the season and their 2nd Home game of the season this past Tuesday night to cross town rival Hoggard. The Eagles remained close to the Vikings only falling behind by a point in the 1st quarter 1514. By halftime the vikings increased their lead to 5-points 31-26 after outscoring the Eagles 16-12 in the 2nd quarter.

After halftime the Vikings really stepped up the defense holding the Eagles to 12-points in the 2nd half. Meanwhile their offense picked up 11-points and 25-points in the 4th quarter to take the win 67-38. HIGHLIGHTS: • 01/16 – Ashley 54 West Brunswick 60 – The Eagles fell to 3-3 in Conference Play after suffering a close loss to West See ASHLEY, page 11B

RUNNING NEWS 11th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo Tide Run

12-14 Age Division Thursday, January 15th • 7:30PM – Superior Medical vs. American Legion – Superior Medical jumped out to a big lead after a 10-1 run in the 1st quarter ofthis game. In the 2nd quarter American Legion was able to cut a point off the lead knocking it down to 17-9. After halftime Superior hit 3 big 3-pointers to help them outscore the American Legion 12-7 in the 3rd quarter giving them a 13-point lead going into the 4th quarter. In the final quarter the American Legion went on a late run outscoring Superior 12-6, but it wasn’t enough as Superior won by a final score of 35-28. The win improves Superior to 1-2 on their season while the American Legion fell to 1-1. HIGHLIGHTS: American Legion #5 Josh Carney 14, #14 Cosmo Staton 10 and #3 Morgan Moulten and #4 Zac Silver 2-points each. Superior Medical: #14 Peyton Blankenbecker 12, #11 Carson Garner and #5 Jantzen Hartsell 9-points each, #13 Aaron Carter 4 and #3 Owen Davies 1. • 8:30PM – Nikki’s vs. El Cazador – This was a close game from the start to the finish, with El Cazador taking a early 3-point lead after the 1st quarter 7-4. El Cazador was able to double their lead by halftime after another 7-4 quarter bringing the score to 14-8. After halftime El Cazador got up to their largest lead of the game at 7-points, after a 12-11 3rd quarter. In the final quarter Nikki’s got a big 3-pointer from Brody McSwain, but in the end they came up 5-points short as El Cazador won by a final score of 32-27.El Cazador is now 1-2 on the season, while Nikki’s fell to 0-2. HIGHLIGHTS: El Cazador: #11 Austin Johnson 13, #2 Camerson Jordan 6, #12

Ben Stout and #1 Jacob Lamkin 5-points each, and #13 Sam Hobbs 3-points. Nikki’s: #1 Coleman Lamendola 8, #13 Brody McSwain 7, #4 Michael Stewart 5, #14 Dion Wallace 4, and #11 Maguire Craddock 3. Friday, January 16th • 6:30PM – CBFD vs. Michael’s Seafood – Michael’s Seafood jumped out to a early 9-2 lead after the 1st quarter in this game and didn’t look back. By halftime Michael’s was able to extend their lead to 24-7. After halftime Michael’s countiued to run up the score finishing with a 33-point win 48-15. Michael’s is in 1st Place with a perfect 3-0 record, while CBFD fell to 0-2. HIGHLIGHTS: CBFD: #13 Tyler Tranchon 8, #11 Joseph Barker 3, and #1 Seanan Darakjy and #4 Andrew Harris 2-points each. Michael’s Seafood: #11 Rocco Farmintino 18, #1 Fisher Waggett 12, #10 Ethan Graves 9, #12 Daniel Stokes 4, #14 Dimitrius Weakley and #4 Aiden Smith Martin 2-points each and #5 Cade Smith Martin 1-point. 15-17 Age Division Friday, January 16th • 7:30PM – CBPD vs. Blackburn Brothers – CBPD was in the driver’s seat early in this game as they took a 10point lead after their offense exploded with 20-points in the 1st quarter. Howevert 1st Place Blackburn Brothers was able to cut it to 8-points by halftime 32-24 after outscoring CBPD 14-12 in the 2nd quarter. After halftime Blackburn countiuned to cut into CBPD’s lead dropping another point of their lead in the 3rd quarter 48-41. Then in the final quarter Blacknburn’s offense exploded with 21-points while their defense allow 0 field goals and just 5-points to take the win 6253. The win keeps Blackburn Brothers in 1st Place with a 3-0

record while CBPD fell to 1-2. HIGHLIGHTS: Blackburn Brothers: #14 Julian Blackburn 33-points, #3 Justin Blackburn 9 (Justin and Julian had 17 of the 20 points in the 4th quarter), #13 Dane Shretter 8, #12 Brett Harms 6, #5 Kyle Dowling 4, and #11 Matthew Rood 2. CBPD: • 8:30PM – Allied Pest Control vs. Hamm Hearing Aid – This game was very close thru 3 quarter’s with Hamm taking a early 1-point lead after the 1st quarter 7-6. In the 2nd quarter Allied was able to take a 1-point lead by halftime at 16-15 after outscoring Hamm 10-8 in the quarter. After halftime Hamm was able to re take the lead 26-23 after outscoring Allied 11-7 in the 3rd quarter. In the final quarter Hamm was able to go on a 13-4 run to put the game out of reach and take the win 39-27. The win improves Hamm Hearing Aid to 2-1 on the season, while Allied Pest Control fell to 0-3. HIGHLIGHTS: Hamm Hearing Aids: #1 DeAngelo Weakley 9, #5 Vinny Farmintino 8, #4 Scott Best 7, #3 Nash Best and #13 Kevin Mintz 4-points each, #10 Shawn Weakley 3, and #11 Larry Davis and Hawthorne Hamm 2-points each. Allied Pest Control: #13 Ja’Quel Sidberry 9, #1 Dakota Spurley and #11 Josh Johnson 6-points each, and #14 Nicholas Golonka, #3 Joshua Stewart, and #5 Jacob Johnson 2-points each. 6-8 Age Division Saturday, January 17th • 9:00AM – Island Montessori vs. Island Tackle After a 4-2 1st quarter Island Tackle was able to extend their lead to 13-points by halftime after going on a 12-1 run in the 2nd quarter. After halftime Island Tackle was able to

countinue to add to their lead after a 4-0 3rd quarter gave them a 17-point lead. In the final quarter Island Montessori School was able to cut into Island Tackle’s lead after a 6-2 4th quarter, but it was not enough as Island Tackle won by a final score of 22-9. Island Tackle improved to 1-2 on their season while Island Montessori fell to 0-3. HIGHLIGHTS: Island Montessori School: #10 Vincent Agrillo 4, #3 Danny Rusher and #12 Marea Bradley 2-points each and #14 Kaden Winbar 1-point. Island Tackle: #2 Rayne Schoonmaker 10, #14 Alex Testori 8, and #13 Ruby Johnson and #11 Jack Messer 2-points each. • 10:00AM – CB Realty vs. Froyoz of CB – After a close 42 1st quarter, CB Realty was able to stretch their lead to 9points by halftime 12-3. After halftime the 9-point lead held up throughout the 3rd quarter after each team picked up 2points. In the final quarter Froyoz was able to cut the lead down to 7-points before the final buzzer sounded giving CB Realty their 3rd win of the season 16-9. The win keeps CB Realty tied for 1st Place at 3-0, while Fryoz fell to 1-2 on the season. HIGHLIGHTS: #2 Cane Mehling and #3 Aliana Boos each scored 4-points and #12 Parker Kitts, #14 DJ Cato, #5 Tanner Berry and #13 Taylor Robinson 2-points each. Froyoz CB: #14 Jonathan Baggie 5 and #10 Grant Rusceti and #13 Laith Ausband each had 2points. Froyoz: #14 Jonathan Baggie 5, #10 Grant Rusceti 2 and #4 Wynton Lawrie 1-point. • 11:00AM – PI Exercise Club vs. Hines Senior Center – Hines Senior Center started off this game with a 4-0 run throughout the 1st quarter. In the 2nd quarter the 4-point lead See YOUTH, page 11B

The 11th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo Tide Run and After Party are back again in Carolina Beach on Saturday March 14, 2015. All proceeds from registration fees, sponsors and individual donors are distributed to recipients selected by the volunteer board of directors to assist local cancer victims in financial need. On March 19, 2005, the first St. Patrick’s Lo-Tide Run was a

wonderful success. Unfortunately, Steve lost his battle with cancer in May 2005, but this event lives on his name continuing to provide aid and financial support to area residents battling cancer. The recipients are New Hanover County residents diagnosed with cancer and are in despereate financial need. All donations are tax deductible. See LOTIDE, page 11B

The 2nd Annual Beethoven 15K/5K coming January 25th & will Benefit the Wilmington Symphony and Youth Education Programs Join Mr. Beethoven in a great distance event benefiting the Wilmington Symphony and its youth education programs on Sunday, January 25th, 9:00 am, at Brunswick Forest. The event offers 5K and 15K races, and 1K, 5K and 15K walks. This is the perfect tune-up race for late winter and early spring marathons and half marathons. Individual and 4person team entry categories are available. It features unique picturesque courses through beautiful Brunswick Forest, snazzy tee-shirts, customized 15K finisher medals, inside bathrooms and locker rooms, and a postrace party at the Fitness Center in the Leland Room with adult beverages, good food, vendors and exhibitors. There is even a costume awards category for athletes wearing Beethoven wigs, carrying musical instruments, or just wearing the costume of your choice. The goal is to strike a balance between athletes looking for a serious 15K

or 5K race and those looking to have a fun day and enjoy the race and post race festivities with friends and fellow runners in the 15K or 5K. The race is a fundraiser for the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and will be staffed by volunteers of the orchestra and residents of Brunswick Forest. A variety of sponsorships are available, with levels from $100 to $3,000. For information about becoming a sponsor, or to register to run or walk either distance, please visit www.wilmingtonsymphony.org/beethoven-15k5k.html.

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

BELLY DANCING CLASS Starting Thursday, October 9th, join instructor Christina Fatum for our Belly Dancing Class! Come and experience the melodic and intoxicating world of belly dance. You will learn the art of Egyptian Cabaret, hailed as the ballet of belly dance. These fluid motions, exciting drum rhythms & authentic props will make you feel beautiful no matter what age, shape or

dance experience you have. We are offering Belly Dancing every Thursday from 10:15 – 11:15 am. Cost is $8.00 for a daily drop-in participant or purchase a 5-class package for $35.00. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee plus the rate of class. Please contact the Recreation Center with any additional questions at (910) 458-2977.

STRENGTH 45 - FIT Join Darlene Smithson for our Strength 45 - Fit class! Fire up the muscles—all of them— in this 40 – 50 minute muscles only body-toning workout! This is a fun way to incorporate your strength training with light weights all set to music. It’s a great way to tone the body, fight osteoporosis, and strengthen

those muscles. Class is every Monday and Thursday from 9:15 am – 10:00 am. Cost is only $4.00 per participant. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee plus the rate of the class. For more information, please contact the Recreation Center at 458 - 2977.

CAROLINA BEACH AEROBICS The class is a total body workout that combines a 30minute aerobics segment, along with a weight and abdominal workout. Please bring your own 4-6 pound dumbbells if you have them. This class is a fun and energizing way to exercise for all ages. The class is

held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 - 9:00 am. Cost is $2.00 per participant. This is a great way to burn off those extra calories and stay in shape. If you have any questions, please contact the Recreation Center Staff at 458-2977.

Mini Monet’s Art Classes The Recreation Center is offering youth art classes! Instructor Jennie Wenk will be leading classes every Wednesday, starting September 10th, from 4:10 - 4:55 pm. Art projects are designed to promote cognitive development, encourage fine motor skills and enhance critical thinking. The lessons are created to encourage creative expression and to supplement the NC Arts Education Curriculum. New

students can join classes at anytime and Mini Monet’s is designed for ages 3 – 12. Cost is only $35 per participant per month. To sign up or get more information, contact Jennie Wenk at minimonets@gmail.com or (910) 399 – 1708. Please visit www.minimonetart.com for more information. Please contact us with any questions and we hope you have a fun & safe Labor Day Weekend!

Personal Training: New Year, New Prices, New You! We are excited to offer our new personal training program with NASM Certified Alexis McLean! Personal Trainer’s are beneficial for numerous reasons: Learn proper form and exercise techniques; Provide extra motivation to accomplish your workout; Obtain a customized exercise program for your lifestyle; Help with train-

ing for a sporting competition; one a particular muscle group or area. Personal Training Packages are as follows: 60 Minute Sessions: 1 Session = $35 or 6 Sessions = $180 or 12 Sessions = $300. Small Group Training is available in groups of 2 – 4 participants. Rates are the same See TRAINING, page 15B

Soul Flow Vinyasa Yoga We have a new yoga class with Tamara Cairns! Soul Flow Vinyasa Yoga is a yoga flow class that includes a warm up and then flows from posture to posture tuned to the rhythm of the breath. Some experience with yoga postures is helpful but not required. Starting Monday,

November 3rd, class will meet every Monday from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Cost is only $8.00 per participant. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee plus the rate of the class. For more information, please contact the Recreation Center at 458-2977.

Zumba Gold© Cardio Dance Fusion with Strength Training oin Darlene Smithson for dance, fun and fitness with our Cardio Dance Fusion with Strength Training Class! This class incorporates a warm-up, cardio dance routines, fullbody strength training workout and a cool down. We offer a low-impact or high-impact option—all participants are

welcome to attend! Cost is only $6.00 per class. Classes are every Tuesday and Saturday from 8:15 am – 9:15 am. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee plus the rate of the class. For additional information, please contact the Recreation Center at 458-2977.

Yoga Flow Foundations Please join us for our Yoga Flow Foundations Class! Instructor Tamara Cairns will introduce students to basic yoga postures, relaxation and breath techniques in a calm, meditative environment. Suitable for beginning and practiced students. Classes are

every Friday from 9:30 am 10:45 am. Cost is $8.00 per class. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee plus the rate of the class. For more information, please contact the Recreation Center at 458-2977.

This class is great for Zumba© beginners and participants that like a slower pace. Kathy Senna is instructing classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 – 10:00 am in our basketball courts. Kathy is a retired Health and Physical Education teacher with 36 years experience and a Master’s degree in Exercise Science. Zumba Gold© is a lower impact, easy-to-follow,

Latin-inspired dance fitnessparty that keeps you in the groove of life. Cost is only $6.00 per participant or you can purchase a 5-class package for only $25.00. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee prior to attending class. For additional information, please contact the Recreation Center at 458-2977.

Barre Class This uniquely fun workout with Christina Dees fuses ballet, dance, yoga and pilates into an enjoyable and high-energy experience. It’s open to all levels and no prior experience is required. Class is every Tuesday from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Cost is $6.00 per partici-

pant or purchase a 5-class package for $25.00. All participants must be Recreation Center members or pay the daily guest fee plus the rate of class. Please contact the Recreation Center with any additional questions at (910) 458-2977.

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

CAPT MIKE HARRISON Lucy’s Choice Bay Charters Alright fisherman, we have managed to put another one of these dreadful winter weeks behind us. The good news is, there was an exciting fishing tournament put on this weekend. The 2015 Striperfest presented by Cape Fear River Watch was held Saturday in downtown Wilmington. The neat thing about this tournament is that it is a invitation only format with the main goal being to tag and release Cape Fear River stripers for study purposes. From what I understand, it is a very well laid out event that is put on with a lot of help from a local captain, Jot Owens. Thank you Captain Jot for your continued pursuit towards making Cape Fear

River a better place to fish. Captain Jamie Rushing won the event’s “most fish” category totaling out at four fish. The “big fish” award this year, went to Captain Jeff Wolfe. Congratulations guys! There are some other events coming up very soon. The Got-Em-On Live Bait Club is hosting their first event of the year, the chowder cook off. This is an annual event that we all look forward to. For me, it is another sign that spring is right around the corner. If you are interested in finding out more about this event or the club itself, feel free to contact club president, Captain Butch Martin at 910.262.6614. As I always like to say get out there and catch some fish this week and be safe. Captain John Theodorakis Theofficial Fishing Charters

(Pictured Above): "Corey Durako caught and released a nice striper out of the Cape Fear River."

(Pictured Above): "Tournament tagged striper caught by Captain Christian Wolfe in this year's Striperfest Tournament."

Class - Boat Safely on the Cape Fear Waterways The Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron, “America’s Boating Club,” will present its comprehensive introductory boating course beginning on Saturday, 21 February 2015 at the Cape Fear Community College. The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators approved and USCG recognized course is presented on a single Saturday (8:00AM – 4:30PM). This class satisfies the NC safe boating education requirement for anyone less than 26 years of age. These fundamentals are a must for safe boating, but it goes a step further with “Local Knowledge” – the challenges and complexities of boating on the Cape Fear Waterways (River, Ocean and AICW). This overview of what you need to know about our coastal environment is held on the See CLASS, page 11B

Wildlife Commission Offers Waterfowl Hunting Opportunity for Youth January 31st COINJOCK, N.C. (Dec. 12, 2014) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has a limited number of permits remaining for a special youthonly waterfowl hunt on Jan. 31 on Currituck Sound. The cost is $5 per youth hunter and the deadline to purchase a permit is close of business, Jan. 15. Permits can be purchased at any wildlife service agent location, online, or by calling 1-888-248-6834. The hunt is for youth between 12-15 years old. Youth hunters must hold hunter education certification to participate in this permit hunt. During the hunt, the youth must be accompanied by a licensed adult. The adult is not allowed to hunt and does not need a permit. Both the youth and accompanying adult must attend a mandatory orientation session on Jan. 30. “All participants are

(Pictured Above): A special youth-only waterfowl hunt on Jan. 31 on Currituck Sound will be held for youth hunters between 12-15 years old. provided guidance and assistance every step of the way,” said BB Gillen, the Wildlife Commission’s outdoor skills coordinator. “Youth and adults always have fun and learn — and typically are successful —

at these events. This hunt in particular has been one of the most popular and successful waterfowl hunts for youth in North Carolina.” The check-in, dinner, and See Waterfowl, page 14B

Wildlife Commission Schedules Second Public Meeting on Proposed Linville Shooting Range MORGANTON, N.C. (Jan. 16, 2015) — The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will hold a second informational meeting on Feb. 18, in Morganton, to discuss constructing a shooting range on the Linville Tract of the Pisgah Game Land in Burke County. The meeting is scheduled from 6:30-8:30 p.m., and will be held at Municipal

Auditorium located at 401 S. College Street. The proposed site for the range is near the intersection of N.C. 126 and Wolf Pit Road, north of Lake James, in Burke County. Plans for the range include a 25-yard pistol range and a 100-yard rifle range. Commission staff will present another overview of the proposed shooting range and dis-

cuss additional sound studies that have been performed since the first meeting, which was held on June 16, 2014, in Marion. The Commission will hear public comments on the proposed shooting range at the conclusion of the overview and sound study discussion. Following the meeting, See SHOOTING, page 14B

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

Were you a Girl Scout? Wilmington, NC - When was the last time you made s'mores? Slept under the stars? Sang the Brownie Smile Song? You can relieve those special Girl Scout moments when you reconnect with other Girl Scout alumnae this fall. Girl Scouts – North Carolina Pines is forming a Girl Scout alumnae group in southeastern

North Carolina and will hold a kickoff event next month with a dessert potluck on Sunday November 2, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. The event will be held at the new Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines Wilmington Service Center at 2250 Shipyard Boulevard Suite 3, Wilmington, NC 28412. This See SCOUTS, page 14B

GIRL SCOUTS TAKE THE GIRL SCOUT COOKIE PROGRAM DIGITAL Game-Changing Enhancement to Cookie Program Makes Its National Debut (Pictured Above): Ms. Taylor's kindergarten class practice "stop lollipop" with their xylophone mallets.

(Pictured Above): 4th grade students visit Minnie Evans Performing Arts Center to see the North Carolina Symphony perform. RALEIGH, NC – Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines today announced that girls from local troops will be part of Girl Scouts’ new national Digital Cookie platform, a revolutionary addition to the Girl Scout Cookie Program that will enhance and expand the program’s ability to teach girls new skills for business and life. The groundbreaking platform adds a new digital layer that broadens and strengthens the essential 5 Skills girls learn in the traditional cookie program, including goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. The future of

the Girl Scout Cookie Program, Digital Cookie will introduce vital 21st century lessons about online marketing, application use, and e-commerce to more than 1 million excited Girl Scouts. Digital Cookie follows Girl Scouts’ classic “hands on” approach to teaching girls new skills. Utilizing ABC Baker’s COCO Cookie Command platform, local Girl Scouts are able to create a customized, webbased business center to set and track goals, manage their cookie activities online, and even accept orders through select smartphones and tablets. Customers who buy cookies from girls using the new See COOKIES, page 15B

CBES BINGO coming up January 30th Join the Carolina Beach Elementary School’s PTO as they host their Winter BINGO fundraiser January 30th at 6:30pm. The event will be held in the school’s cafeteria and include Pizza, Hot Dogs,

Popcorn and other goodies along with fabulous prizes. Bring the entire family, grab your neighbor and join in on a fun filled evening of BINGO. BES PTO qualifies under section 501 (c)(3) as a tax

exempt organization of the Internal Revenue Code. The purpose of this organization is to facilitate communication and cooperation between parents, teachers, and the community to enhance the educa-

tional experience of the students at Carolina Beach Elementary School. For more information on the PTO, upcoming events, join or donate, visit www.nhcs.net/cbes/.

New Hanover County Schools Celebrates School Board Appreciation Month During the month of January, New Hanover County Schools (NHCS) will honor and celebrate the work of the New Hanover County Board of Education and their contribu-

tions to our community. The goal of a designated month for appreciating the School Board is to build awareness and understanding of the vital function an elected board of education plays

in our community. “We benefit each day from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted by our school board members – much of which goes unnoticed,” said

NHCS Superintendent Dr. Tim Markley. “They are dedicated individuals who are committed to the continuing success of our schools and students.” See School Board, page 14B

NHCS' Middle Schools Prepare for Battle of the Books coming up February of 2015 New Hanover County middle schools are gearing up for this year’s Battle of the Books (BOB) competition. Each team will read the same 27 novels over the next few months and

participate in a 12 question competition in Feb 2015. The winning middle school team will advance to the regional level BOB competition in April, with the opportunity of advancement

to the state level. “The Battle of the Books competition is a great way to get students excited about reading,” said Murray Middle School Principal and 2015 BOB Principal

Ambassador Patrick McCarty. “Our goal is to instill a lifelong love for reading in our students.” The purpose of the Battle of the Books program is to See BOOKS, page 11B

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LOTIDE from page 4B The 11th annual race would not be possible without the continued support of our amazing sponsors, the growing number of participants and our loyal volunteers. Early race

registration is currently open through March 2. The cost to register early is $30 for the 5K/10K or $25 with a military or student ID. After March 2 the cost to register increases to $35. The course is set to take

you around the scenes of Carolina Beachand end right where everyone wants to be…the BEACH. Register today to help those in need in our community. Want to join in the fun?

Want to sponsor? Want to help? Find out more information at www.lotiderun.org and help us help others in the community. Contact Jasmine McKee to donate, sponsor & volunteer – 910-547-3820

ASHLEY from page 1B Brunswick on the road last Friday Night. The Trojans came into this game with a perfect 15-0 record on the season and a 59th State Ranking in the 3A State Rankings. The Eagles got off to a great start in this game taking a 7-

point lead 20-13 after the 1st quarter. However after that this went down hill for the Eagles as they let West Brunswick take over control of the game outscoring the Eagles 19-8 in the 2nd quarter giving them a 32-28 halftime lead. After that the lead would remain the same

thru the next 2 quarters as each team traded baskets. West took a 5-point lead after halftime 5146. In the final quarter the Eagles fought to stay in the game and ended up just 2 baskets short of the upset win, falling by a final score of 7266. HIGHLIGHTS: Tyre

Gathright 15 points; Frankie Keller, 15 points; Jake Stinnett, 14 points; Tony Williford, 7 points; Eli Prindable, 6 points; Austin Henderson, 6 points; David Hooks, 2 points; Ryan Keller, 1 point.

BIG BUDDY from page 2B most leave the program to become positive community members and the new citizens of the Cape Fear region. Currently, there are more than 200 youth participants in the Big Buddy Program from New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties. If you decide to become a contributor to our the Big Buddy Program you will be recognized on our social media sites, in our e newsletter, you will receive recognition at the more than

twenty events we hold each year, and in the many releases we provide to the media. The Cape Fear Volunteer Center works to recruit and train the volunteers who have served as mentors, motivators, role models and guides for 45 years and have helped over 2,300 children. To continue this history of success your support is vitally important. We need funding to support programming for Big and Little Buddies, to provide resources that our Case Managers can distribute as

needed and provide professional services. You can be among the many who consider a gift or ongoing contribution to the Cape Fear Volunteer Center on behalf of the Big Buddy program. If you have services or supplies we can use please consider contributing them as well. Finally, we would appreciate your support in recruiting Big Buddy volunteers from among your staff, and would gladly provide a presentation to your staff or organization. Also, if you know of any chil-

dren who can benefit from our program, let us know. Additional information and forms to apply to become either a Big Buddy or Little Buddy are available on our website, cape fearvolunteercenter.org. For additional information about the Big Buddy program, or to provide further details, please call Annie Anthony, Cape Fear Volunteer Center Director 910392-8180 or cfvcdirector@ gmail .com or 3600 South College Rd Suite E PMB 106. Wilmington, NC 28412

YOUTH from page 4B would hold by halftime after each team scored 2 points in the 2nd quarter. After halftime Hines Senior Center was able to again pull away after a 6-2 run added 4 more points to their lead now at 12-4. In the final quarter Hines Senior Center was able to make it a 10-point lead after a 4-2 quarter gave them the win 16-6. The win keeps Hines Senior Center in a tie for 1st Place with a 3-0 record, while PI Exercise Club fell to 1-2. HIGHLIGHTS: PI Exercise Club: #3 Avery Saffo 4 and #4 Nate Goins 2-points. Hines Senior Center: #5 Shay Payne 6-points, #11 Connor McPerson 5-points, #10 Kingston Hroncich 3, #4 Thad Henry 2-points. 9-11 Age Division • 1:00PM – CBPD vs. Lazy Pirate – After a close 5-3 1st quarter Lazy Pirate was able to go on a 11-2 run in the 2nd quarter to take a 11-point lead at halftime 16-5. After halftime Lazy Pirate continued to add to their lead with a 10-4 3rd quarter bringing their lead to 17-

points 26-9. In the final quarter the CBPD was able to Go on a late run outscoring Lazy Pirate 11-5 in the 4th quarter, but it wasn’t enough as Lazy Pirate won by a final of 32-20. The win put Lazy Pirate in a tie for 3rd Place with a 2-1 record, while CBPD fell to 0-3. HIGHLIGHTS: Lazy Pirate #10 Jack Garcia 13, #12 Jacob Chalmers 11 and #11 Jadpm Morini and #3 Owen Morini 4-points each. CBPD: #4 Chad Fleshman 9, #12 Kendall Marcucilli 5, and #5 Jayce Atanasoff, #10 Alexa Burghardt, and #13 Carter Kelly 2-points each. • 2:00PM – Mid-Atlantic Drilling vs. CBDI – MidAtlantic Drilling got off to a good start in this game after taking a 9-2 lead by the end of the 1st quarter. However in the 2nd quarter CBDI was able to get back into the game after outscoring Mid-Atlantic 10-5, putting them within 2-points by halftime 14-12. After halftime Mid-Atlantic Drilling put their defense in over drive and allowed just 6-points in the 2nd half. Meanwhile their offense picked up 7 in the 3rd quarter

and 5 in the 4th to take the win 26-18. The win put MidAtlantic Drilling and CB Downtown Initiative in a tie for 3rd Place at 2-1. HIGHLIGHTS: Mid-Atlantic Drilling: #1 Aiden Payne 10, #5 Peter Gilman 6, #3 Logan Parker 5, #4 Matthew Silver 3, #11 Nate Milin 2. CBDI: #1 Nic Lamendola 7, #14 Ben Testori 5, #12 Colin Kitts and #3 JL Yopp 2-points each, #13 Jacob Baugher and #11 Brynn Little 1-point each. • 3:00PM – Jet Mulch vs. NHRMC – The 1st half of this game saw a lot of tough defense with NHRMC taking a 2-0 lead going into the 2nd quarter. In the 2nd quarter NHRMC’s offense picked up 7-points, while their defense stayed tough allowing just a point before halftime giving them a 8-point lead 9-1. After halftime the tough defense continued with NHRMC adding a point to their lead 156 after a 6-5 3rd quarter. In the final quarter both teams traded baskets and both picked up 6points giving NHRMC the win 21-12. NHRMC is in a tie for

1st Place with a 3-0 record while Jet Mulch fell to 0-3. • 4:00PM – Cloudwize vs. Kure Beach Pier – Cloudwize’s controlled this game from the opening tip off as their offense scored 14-points in the 1st quarter, which was only matched by their defense which held Kure Beach Pier scoreless. Cloudwize continued to pull away in the 2nd quarter outscoring Kure Beach Pier 10-5 giving them a 24-5 halftime lead. After halftime Cloudwize continued to dominate in the 2nd half outscoring Kure Beach Pier 12-9 in the 3rd quarter and 16-6 in the 4th quarter giving them the win 52-20. The win keeps Cludwyze is in a tie for 1st Place with a 3-0 record, while Kure Beach Pier dropped to 03. HIGHLIGHTS: Cloudwyze: #10 Neil Sims 15, #1 Trey Johnson 14, #5 Robbie Helmus 9, #14 Jareb Becken 6, and #13 Keegan Peat and Chris Schwenker each had 4-points. Kure Beach Pier: #12 Sam Martin 8, #11 Cameron Bope 6, #10 Keaton Green 4, and #14 Maddox Green 2.

Gazette, January 21st, 2015 11B young adult literature. The game BOOKS from page 7B encourage all students at the format creates interest and middle school level to read more excitement in reading. books. Students who participate Through the fun and excitein the program, regardless of ment of the competition, stuability, are exposed to quality lit- dents improve reading skills, erature representing a variety of mature in their choices of readliterary styles and viewpoints by ing materials and acquire a prominent authors in the area of broader knowledge base. CLASS from page 6B second Saturday 28 February (9:00AM – 1:00PM). Finally, where better to learn about boating than on-the-water? The course closes with a 21/2 hour training cruise to tie everything together and show you firsthand what the local waterways are like. The “Local Knowledge” and “On-

the Water” features are exclusive to this course. Total cost is $70 per person or 2 family members can share the textbook at the discounted price of $115. Visit our website www.capefearboatingcourse.o rg to learn more and enroll. Email the class registrar at weteachboating@gmail.com if you have questions.

CONCERT from page 2B Bobby McFerrin, Peter Erskine, and Slide Hampton. As a show player, she has performed with artists such as Reba McEntire, Michael Bolton, Jordin Sparks, Trisha Yearwood, Donny Osmond, and Smoky Robinson. Knutson’s long-awaited trio CD, In the Bubble, charted in Jazz Week’s Top 10 and remained in the Top 50 for 19 weeks straight. For more information about Mary Louise Knutson, please visit www.marylouiseknutson.com. REVIEWS: "...an excellent pianist whose voicings sometimes recall Bill Evans...she has a talent for coming up with fresh melodies.” ~ Scott Yanow, LA Jazz Scene "I like

Knutson's CD, very nice mood, cool arrangements, and I particularly like her original tunes." ~ Ben Sidran, Pianist and Host of NPR’s Jazz Alive “The audience was ecstatic about your solo performances as well as your collaborations...they were 'wowed' by your technical prowess as well as your engaging presentation style.” ~ Jan Viktora, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN Sponsorship opportunities are available. For questions about the Wilmington Concert Association please email wilmingtonconcert@gmail.com, or visit www.wilmington concert.com. Tickets for the Mary Louise Knutson concert are on sale now at 910-632-2285 or www.thalianhall.org.

FOX TV from page 2B Hollow’ would want to use Tryon Palace again during Season Two,” said LeRae Umfleet, interim assistant director for Tryon Palace. “They are a tremendous group of people to work with and they bring a level of excitement to the site that’s truly contagious.” Crews are expected to arrive at Tryon Palace on Sunday, Jan. 18, and remain in the city through Jan. 21. The Stanly and Dixon houses will be closed for filming, but visitors will still be able to purchase discounted tickets that include tours of the Palace and gardens, as well as access to the North Carolina History Center. Although tours of the Governor’s Palace will still be available, access to the Palace courtyard and Stable

will be limited during filming. Beginning today, Jan. 16, tickets will be available at the North Carolina History Center at a rate of $15 for adults and $6 for youth. That rate will remain in effect until the Stanly House reopens on Thursday, Jan. 22. Beginning Monday, Jan. 19, the New Bern Police Department will direct traffic through detour routes that surround Tryon Palace. Residents and visitors should expect intermittent traffic control on George, Eden and Pollock streets through Wednesday, Jan. 21. For more information about ticketing and tours at Tryon Palace during the filming of “Sleepy Hollow,” call 252-6393500 or visit www.tryonpalace.org.

GRANT from page 2B “This grant will allow Cape Fear Museum to serve an additional 1,500 local students and provide them with an opportunity to explore the solar system and experience astronomy without leaving the classroom,” Museum Director Sheryl Mays said. An integral part of Cape Fear Museum’s school programming is its portable planetarium. Museum educators take the planetarium to schools across southeastern North Carolina and annually deliver programming to more than 1,300 students, 500 from New Hanover County. When grade level programming was last offered free to local schools, nearly 2,000 New Hanover County students were served. The North Carolina GlaxoSmithKline Foundation is an independent self-funding

501(c)3 nonprofit organization supporting activities that help meet the educational and health needs of today's society and future generations. Since our establishment in 1986, the Foundation has awarded $65 million in grants. The Foundation pays approximately $3 million in grants each year to North Carolina nonprofit organizations. Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, 814 Market St., is open Tuesday Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. General admission is $8 for adults; $7 for seniors, students and military with valid ID; $5 for children 6-17; and free for children 5 and under and for museum members. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sunday of each month. More information: www.capefearmuseum.com.

SHAG from page 1B Live Production Award. The East Coast Shag Classic opens Thursday night, January 29, with CBMA's Best Live Production Award winner, Band of Oz. On Friday, January 30, The Embers headline entertainment with Male Vocalist of the Year, Craig Woolard. Saturday's beach music marathon spans afternoon through late night hours with Entertainer of the Year Jim Quick and Coastline, Group of the Year The Entertainers, and Saturday's Late Night Dance Party with DJs Joey Warren and Ken Jones. "What a great way to have fun and raise money for a worthy cause," said David Hicks, drummer for the Band of Oz, making their fourth appearance at the East Coast Shag Classic. Festivities for 2015's East Coast Shag Classic come to an inspiring close on Sunday with

The Gospel Train, hosted by The Big Kahuna, of The Big Kahuna's Beach Party and Sunday Morning Gospel Train. "The East Coast Shag Classic is THEE [sic] event if you are a beach music and shag fan," says Clay McCauley, a.k.a. The Big Kahuna. "Women of Hope does a great job helping people, it's at the heart of what they do. I am very proud of my association with such great people and a super event. God Bless everyone involved." Proceeds from the 4th Annual East Coast Shag Classic fund the mission of Women of Hope, a nonprofit organization providing a widerange of free services to improve the quality of life for female cancer patients and their families. See: Angie's Story Women Helping Women With Cancer. The Holiday Inn Resort will host The 4th Annual East Coast Shag Classic.

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21st, 2015 States of America. All monetary donations that are made to support our organization are tax deductible.

SHOOTING from page 6B Commission staff will present the project, along with public comments, to the Wildlife Commissioners for their consideration at the March 5 business meeting. The proposed range is part of an initiative by the Wildlife

Commission to develop and enhance public shooting facilities across the state. For more information about shooting ranges in North Carolina, as well as updates on proposed shooting ranges, visit the Commission’s Shooting Range page on its website.

FILMMAKERS from page 3B non-believer would consider the Lord." The Brothers have consulted with many younger filmmakers over the years to encourage them in this same manner. They are offering a 30 year anniversary sale on their titles at ChristianFilms.com. You can also read Te Christiano

Brothers Story there. Their latest film, A Matter of FAITH, about creation versus evolution, opens in 50 more theaters on Feb 6th. The website is AMatterofFaith Movie.com. Their next film coming after that is POWER OF THE AIR, a suspense drama about the corrupt influence of Hollywood

SCOUTS from page 7B event is free and open to residents of Wilmington, New Hanover County and surrounding areas. The new alumnae group will focus on fellowship and networking as well as connecting alumnae to volunteer opportunities. The group is open to anyone over 18 who have ever been a registered Girl

Scout as a girl or an adult volunteer. For more information, interested individuals can contact Rebecca Taylor at bectreks@aol.com or Gayle Keresey at gaylek@ec.rr.com or call 910-763-7149. To join the Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines Alumnae list, visit nccoastalpines.org/alumna.

EARTH BAG from page 2B that the Island Women organization provides every year. Island Women is a diverse group of local women who use their talents and resources to improve the quality of life on Pleasure Island for residents and guests. We are a non-profit group and we are not affiliated with any companies, governments or special interest groups. For as little as a $200 donation for the environmental sponsor, you can have your business name listed on the bag or have a

rendition of your building for a $750 donation. Have a spot at the Carolina or Kure Farmers Market? New this year will be a graphic for the markets which you can have your business listed as well. The bag distribution provides 5000 opportunities to get your name out there and you receive your own bags for your donation as well The Island Women will be coming to your business soon or contact Noel Stevens at 919455-8914 and we will send someone out to sign you up.

WATERFOWL from page 6B orientation will be held Jan. 30 — one day before the hunt — at the Hampton Lodge on Waterlily Road in Coinjock. The Currituck Waterfowl Association will provide boats, life vests, decoys and guides for the hunt. Youth hunters must bring their own shotguns and

steel shot. “This is a unique opportunity for kids to experience an awesome waterfowl hunting tradition and meet an outstanding group of volunteers who will work hard to provide a good time and a good hunting experience,” Gillen said. “The Currituck Waterfowl

Association has been partnering with the Wildlife Commission for years to provide the guides, boats, decoys, staffing — the whole shooting match. I commend them for their outstanding conservation efforts.” For more information on this youth hunt, contact BB Gillen

at bb.gillen@ncwildlife.org or 919-218-3638. The Wildlife Commission provides permit hunting opportunities across the state. These hunts allow for managed participation, provide opportunities for special areas and include special hunting opportunities for youth and persons with disabilities.

School Board from page 7B Dr. Markley added, “We recognize their contributions reflect a year-round commitment on their part and they are appreciated all year long.” New Hanover County’s Board of Education Donald S. Hayes, Chairman Jeannette S. Nichols, Vice Chairperson Janice A. Cavenaugh Tammy J. Covil Lisa Estep

Edward B. Higgins, Jr. Esq. Bruce T. Shell Examples of school specific events in honor of School Board Appreciation Month College Park Elementary School plans to send each Board Member a card filled with words of thanks, along with an invitation to share lunch with the students. Principal Maria Greene has “assigned” each grade level a Board Member and the students will plan some-

thing special with their Board Member during the month of January. Pine Valley Elementary School will honor the Board Members with a gift of popcorn at the January Board of Education Meeting as a token of their appreciation. Background on the Role of a Board of Education What makes a public school “public,” is that it is controlled by citizens. Each School Board

Member is elected to his/her position to represent the “public” opinion. A major part of the Board’s role is to establish a vision for the community's schools that reflects a consensus of the Board, community, and district staff. Additionally, the School Board has a wide variety of other responsibilities, including adopting a balanced annual budget, adopting the school calendar, and approving curriculum materials.

POLAR from page 1B mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympictype sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities by giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community. Their goal is for all persons

with intellectual disabilities to have the chance to become useful and productive citizens who are accepted and respected in their communities. The benefits... of participation in Special Olympics for people with intellectual disabilities include improved physical fitness and motor skills, greater self-confidence, a more positive self-image, friendships, and increased family support. Special Olympics athletes carry these benefits with them into

their daily lives at home, in the classroom, on the job, and in the community. Families who participate become stronger as they learn a greater appreciation of their athlete's talents. Special Olympics believes that competition among those of equal abilities is the best way to test its athletes' skills, measure their progress and inspire them to grow. Special Olympics believes that its program of sports training and competition helps our athletes become phys-

ically fit and grow mentally, socially, and spiritually. Special Olympics believes that consistent training is required to develop sports skills. The Spirit of Special Olympics-skill, courage, sharing and joy transcends boundaries of geography, nationality, political philosophy, gender, age, race or religion. For more information or to register for the 11th Annual Polar Plunge and 5K Run-NPlunge visit plungenhc.com or call (910)341-7253.

FAMILYLIFE from page 3B homes and the positive effects impact the whole community. Each man is encouraged to reach out to at least 10 men and go through FamilyLife’s Stepping Up®, a video series that helps men learn how to be better sons, fathers, husbands, friends, colleagues and leaders. “In my personal journey in becoming the man the Lord wants me to be, I’ve discovered that I have to be intentional, I must rely on God, and I need other men. MANuary encour-

ages American men to do those three things and truly step up to the life they are meant to live,” said FamilyLife cofounder Dennis Rainey. More than 125,000 men have gone through Stepping Up since its release in 2012. Stepping Up is based on the principles from the book Stepping Up: A Call to Courageous Manhood by Rainey, and includes group interaction and insights from top Christian leaders, such as Rainey, Tony Dungy, Robert Lewis, Matt Chandler, Bill

Bennett, Voddie Baucham and Crawford Loritts, to help men develop their courage, character, love and leadership. About FamilyLife For more than 35 years, Dennis and Barbara Rainey and the ministry of the Little Rockbased FamilyLife have focused on strengthening marriages and families. Rainey’s nationally syndicated radio program FamilyLife Today® is broadcast on more than 1,200 radio outlets each weekday to an estimated audience of 1.6 million listen-

ers. Through Stepping Up, FamilyLife is expanding its reach to new audiences, building engaged networks of men dedicated to embracing and exhibiting biblical masculinity. More information about Stepping Up is available online at MenSteppingUp.com. To learn more about FamilyLife, visit FamilyLife.com. - See more at: http://pressreleases.religionnews.com/2015/0 1/05/forget-january-hello-manuary/#sthash.cRhvJHvV.dpuf

JEWISH from page 3B our rules into the 21st century.” Vesole describes how and why the faith needs to evolve. • We can do a better of determining who is Jewish. “It pains me to say this, but I have to agree with Hitler about something,” Vesole says. “He said if you have just one Jewish grandparent you are Jewish. I say, if someone is Jewish enough for Hitler, he is Jewish enough for me. Makes you wonder, how many of the 6 million Jews murdered by Hitler in the Holocaust were Jewish only by his definition. How ironic that they are Jewish enough to be included in the 6 million when dead, but wouldn't be consid-

ered a Jew today if alive.” • Judaism has changed many times before when needed. “People think Judaism has been static and written in stone for its entire history. In this, they are very wrong. Judaism began as a family religion with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and then become a tribal one following the Exodus from Egypt. It evolved from rulership by wise men, called judges, to rulership by kings. The building of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, and then its destruction, involved huge changes, one of which was the creation of local synagogues as substitute prayer centers. Another was the creation of the venerated Talmud, which was

created out of whole cloth, partly from a centuries-old oral tradition and partly from decisions by ancient rabbis, called sages. And most recently, we saw the rise of the Reform Movement in Europe (followed by the Conservative and other movements in the U.S.), which allowed Jews to better integrate secularly into the modern world.” • What we need to do now. “Today, we are at another impasse – one in which we are struggling to keep our faith relevant among our own members,” Vesole says, “and it's a battle we are losing. The modern world is rife with people looking for spiritual signifi-

cance and identity and too many of our people are not finding it in a stagnant and dated Judaism. It is time for us to expand the walls of our temples again, by considering compatible ideas from other religions and convincing New Age philosophies. First of all, we need to start by not throwing people away because they don't meet crazy old definitions of who is a Jew. And with the huge rise in intermarriages (78 percent among non-Orthodox Jews), we need to make conversions less rulebound and accept conversions by all rabbis, regardless of denomination.” About Martin Vesole Martin Vesole is a retired attorney and former president of Temple Menorah in Chicago. Founder of the Shalomist Movement to save Judaism in America, Vesole earned his degree at DePaul College of Law after studying history at Washington University in St. Louis. While enlisted in the U.S. Army, he served in Vietnam. Vesole went on to live in Israel for two years, first taking classes in Judaic Studies at Hebrew University in Jerusalem and then working at Kibbutz Naot Mordechai in the northern region of the country. He is the author of Sleeping Truth and The Book of Emet: The TRUE Story of Jesus, and the upcoming Refreshing Judaism for the 21st Century. His website and blogs are located at www.martinvesole. comwww.martinvesole.com.

MUSEUM from page 2B Museum Admission, CAM Members: Free Hughes Wing - Come hear small groups of artists discuss their work currently on view in the exhibition State of the Art/Art of the State. These ongoing informal conversations begin: • Thursday January 22 at 6:30 pm: Mary W. Austin, David Pascua and Kirah Van Sickle (For updates to the schedule and speakers visit CAM’s website.) • GROUP SINGING: Wilmington Sacred Harp Singers - Sun. Jan. 25 at 1:30 pm Instruction for beginners, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Entire Group. Songbooks provided, beginners welcome! Free and open to the public, donations appreciated. located at Weyerhaeuser Reception Hall. You’re invited to join in the music of a traditional Sacred Harp Singing. This dynamic form of a cappella social singing dates back to Colonial America, using a modern reprint of an 1844 songbook The Sacred Harp. The music is loud, vigorous and intense. It is meant to be sung, not just observed. No previous experience is necessary. MUSEUM SCHOOL 2015 - Do you have your Museum School catalog for 2015? Pick one up at the Cameron Art Museum or at select Harris Teeter, Food Lion or CVS locations around town. ---MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR MUSEUM SCHOOL WINTER SESSION II REGISTRATION, STARTS ON JAN. 25, 2015.

www.cameronartmuseum/m useumschool Upcoming 1-Day Weekend Workshops—Registration Now Open - The Magic of Transparency: Intermediate – 2015/1-WS4 1 Day Workshop Jan. 24, Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. In this workshop students cover the parts of color theory that assist one in creating the illusion of transparency. Students begin class with a series of basic exercises that break down complex ideas into a series of easily accomplished modular ideas. During class Kevin illustrates ideas covered in class with oil paint so students can watch the magic happen. Instructor: Kevin Dunn This is GRUB: Change Your Food, Change Your Life 2015/1-WS5 1 Day Workshop: Jan. 24, Sat. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. NOTE: Midday break for lunch in CAM Café (not included in workshop tuition). Join Liz and Ryanna of This is Grub as they explore how choosing nourishing foods and learning to cultivate food joy can change your body and your entire life. The day includes a motivational talk and a nutrition class in a hands-on workshop format. This experience will leave you inspired, empowered, and excited to make change. Instructors: Ryanna Batiste and Liz Flint-Somerville – GRUB Basic Pine Needle Basketry - Beginning & All Levels – 2015/1-WS6 1 Day Workshop: Jan. 25, Sun. 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. In this 4 hour session, students learn how to make a pine needle basket, focusing on how to start, coil,

and shape the wall of the basket. One small project completed, and another started during this workshop. Students finish the second piece at home on their own. Instructor: Melanie Walter CAM CAFÉ - camcafe.org /http://camcafe.org Come sample CAM Café’s menu of fresh and seasonal delights 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Lunch Tuesday Saturday, Wednesday Tapas 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Thursday Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm and Sunday Brunch 10:00 am 3:00 pm. Stop by and enjoy drinks, appetizers, or a memorable meal. Reservations are appreciated and suggested: 910.777.2363. EXHIBITIONS at the CAM: State of the Art / Art of the State Hughes Wing On view through February 12, 2015 cameronartmuseum.org/index. php?c=current Organized by the Cameron Art Museum, this exhibition focuses on contemporary art by artists currently living in, or native to, the state of North Carolina. Artists were invited to bring a single work of art to be installed in the museum, delivering the work within a 24-hour period (between 12:00 pm Friday, September 19 and 12:00 pm Saturday, September 20, 2014). During this timeframe, a nationally renowned curator was present to greet each artist. The design of this project provides any participating artist equal opportunity to meet a significant curator working in the field of contemporary art today and have their work seen by all visiting curators. Participating curators: Nora Burnett Abrams, Associate Curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (MCA Denver), Denver, CO; Peter Eleey, Curator and Associate Director of Exhibitions and Programs at MoMA PS1, New York, NY; Laura Hoptman, Curator in the Department of Painting and Sculpture at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York, NY; Heidi Zuckerman

Jacobson, the Nancy and Bob Magoon CEO and Director, Aspen Art Museum, Aspen, CO. Hiroshi Sueyoshi Matter of Reverence Hughes Wing On view through April 12, 2015 For over forty years, Hiroshi Sueyoshi has worked in the medium of clay. This exhibition explores the evolution of Sueyoshi’s art and philosophy as well as his major influences including Hamada Shoji, Isamu Noguchi, Teruo Hara, Ruth Duckworth and Peter Voulkos. Featuring work from CAM’s permanent collection as well as loans from private and public collections including the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC, the Mint Museum, Charlotte, NC and the Asheville Art Museum, Asheville, NC. Cameron Art Museum Galleries Open on Wednesday and Thursday Evenings. Open late Thursday Evenings until 9:00 pm. CAM Members: NO COST | Non-Members: $8 | Students w/id $5, Seniors and Active Military | Children 2-12 $3 - Join friends or bring the family and enjoy viewing current exhibitions in the Hughes Wing and Brown Wing each week. ABOUT THE CAMERON ART MUSEUM: Cameron Art Museum is located at the corner of South 17th Street and Independence Boulevard in Wilmington, NC. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 am- 5:00 pm, Thursday: 10:00 am –9:00 pm. Museum admission is: Museum members no cost, $8 Non-members, $5 Students with valid student identification card, active military (with ID) and Seniors (65+), Children age 2 -12 $3 For updated information on programs, exhibitions, classes and events, visit http://www.cameronartmuseum.orgwww.cameronartmuseum.org or call 910.395.5999.

Gazette, January 21st, 2015 15B mation, please contact Alexis TRAINING from page 5B as above. All participants must McLean at (910) 540 – 6004, be Recreation Center members mailto:alexismcleanpt@aol.co or pay the daily guest fee plus malexismcleanpt@aol.com or the rate of the personal training visit www.starrfit. package. For additional infor- comwww.starrfit.com. Hula Hoops from page 2B per class and hoops will be provided. No previous experience is needed and you do not have to be a Kure Beach resident to participate! Classes will be taught by Suzi McLean, a registered nurse with over 35 years experience in a variety of Healthcare settings and a lifelong passion for combining fitness with fun. Learn to hoop with rockin music and a guar-

anteed danceable groove - if you love to dance, then you'll love hoop dance! Contact Suzi at suzimclean169@gmail.com and reserve your hoop today. Please let her know in advance if you plan to participate, have any questions, or are interested but would prefer a different night. The Kure Beach Community Center is located at 118 N. 3rd Avenue, behind Big Daddy’s Restaurant. Come get your hoop on!

COOKIES from page 7B COCOdirect application will be able to have their order processed, paid for, and confirmed right in front of their eyes. This platform offers an online experience that allows girls to learn about digital money management, and teaches modern skills while aligning with the interests of today’s girls. “Through Digital Cookie, we are bringing the Girl Scout Cookie Program fully into the 21st century,” said Lisa Jones, chief executive officer at Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines. “Digital Cookie lets us continue our proud tradition of teaching today’s girls the skills of tomorrow, while remaining true to the core principles of the Girl Scout mission and the values taught by our iconic cookie program. So join us this cookie season in making Girl Scout history.” Over two-thirds of the female CEOs on the Fortune 500 list learned basic business acumen by selling Girl Scout Cookies, and are part of the more than 59 million living Girl Scout alumnae today. Yet only 21 percent of chief information officers at Fortune 100 companies are women, and an even smaller number are CEOs of firms engaged in science, engineering, technology, or mathematics, known as the STEM fields. Digital Cookie tailors the traditional Girl Scout Cookie Program to fit the modern world, helping give more girls an important foundation in technology. It also gives customers a new way to help girls learn 21st century skills that dovetail with traditional doorto-door and booth sales to combine customer relationship and interpersonal skills with e-commerce training. ”Girl Scout Cookies have always been about so much more than a delicious treat––they’re about helping girls learn important business lessons,” said Anna Maria Chávez, CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA. “This year, when you’re buying your Thin Mints and Caramel deLites digitally, you can feel good that you’re helping girls learn the 5 Skills the cookie program has always instilled in a 21st century way, turning today’s girls into tomorrow’s business and tech leaders.” As with the traditional cookie program, the net revenue earned from the cookie sale will remain with the Girl Scout council that sponsors the sale. Girls decide how to spend their troop cookie money and reinvest it back into their neighborhoods through community service projects and learning experiences, like travel opportunities. Because 100 percent of the net revenue raised through the Girl Scout Cookie Program stays with the local council and troops, customers who purchase Girl Scout Cookies are not only getting a delightful treat—they are

also making an important investment in their communities. Today’s launch of Digital Cookie represents an initial phase of a program that will progress over time. Future versions of Digital Cookie and the COCOdirect platform will create better user experiences for girls and customers alike, and a more robust customer interface. A majority of the 112 Girl Scout councils nationwide are participating in Digital Cookie this cookie season, with additional councils expected to be on board by the end of 2015. Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines will begin using the COCOdirect platform at the start of its cookie-selling season which kicks off on Saturday, January 17, 2015 and runs through Sunday, March 1, 2015. To learn more about Digital Cookie including COCO Cookie Command and COCOdirect, visit www.nccoastalpines.org/en/co okies/for-cookie-sellers/digitalcookie.html. To learn more about Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines, visit www.nccoastalpines.org or call (800) 284-4475. About Girl Scouts Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts is 3.2 million strong – 3.2 million girls and adults who believe girls can change the world. It began over 100 years ago with one woman, Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low, who believed in the power of every girl. Today, Girl Scouts continue her vision of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better placeby helping them discover their inner strengths, passions, and talents. And with programs from coast to coast and across oceans, there’s a chance for every girl to do something amazing. About Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines - In partnership with 10,000 adult volunteers, Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines serves more than 28,000 girl members in 41 central and eastern North Carolina counties. (Counties are: Beaufort, Bladen, Brunswick, Carteret, Chatham, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Duplin, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Granville, Greene, Halifax, Harnett, Hoke, Johnston, Jones, Lee, Lenoir, Martin, Moore, Nash, New Hanover, Northampton, Onslow, Orange, Pamlico, Pender, Person, Pitt, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland, Vance, Wake, Warren, Wayne, and Wilson.) The council's administrative headquarters is located in Raleigh, with additional program and service centers located in Goldsboro, Fayetteville and Wilmington. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit nccoastalpines.org or call (800) 284-4475.

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Valentine Sleepover at Aquarium

QUESTION: HOW DOES AN OCTOPUS REPRODUCE?

Kure Beach, N.C. — What’s not to love about a night with sharks and hearts? The N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher transforms into a kids-only zone Valentine’s Weekend. The Aquarium hosts “Hugs and Fishes Valentine’s LockIn,” for children ages 5 to 12, with two evenings to choose from Friday, Feb. 13 and Saturday, Feb. 14. Guests arrive at 6 p.m. to play games,

make crafts and enjoy animal programs. When it’s time to settle down for the evening, the little ones will drift off in front of the Cape Fear Shoals with sharks, rays, schooling fish and a sea turtle lulling them to sleep. Trained Aquarium staff will supervise all activities. Dinner, snacks and breakfast will be provided. Children must be comfortable being away from parents all night.

Preregistration for sleepover is required. The cost is $55 per child. For more information or to register for this program, please call (910) 458.7468 or visit ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher is located just south of Kure Beach, near the mouth of the Cape Fear River, on U.S. 421. The site is less than a mile from the Fort Fisher ferry terminal.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas days). Admission: $10.95 Ages 1361, $9.95 Ages 62+ and military, $8.95 Ages 3-12. Taxes not included. Free for children 2 and younger, NC Aquarium Society members and pre-registered North Carolina school groups. General information: www.ncaquariums.com/fortfisher.

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is a good place to spend your Birthday Party Kure Beach, NC –Enjoy an exciting way to celebrate your child’s special day with a birthday party at the North Carolina Aquarium at Ft. Fisher! Your child’s birthday will include a T-shirt craft with T-shirts and all art supplies included, a live animal presentation, use of the Aquarium’s classroom, and a self guided tour of the Aquarium. You can choose the following themes for a live animal presentation: Amphibians – Frogs, toads,

salamanders; Reptiles - Turtles, alligators, snakes; Invertebrates – Sea urchins, starfish, crabs Cost: $205.00 for up to 12 children and 12 adults, $10.00 for each additional child, $6.00 for each additional adult Time Length: 2 hours. Registration Information Please contact Special Activities Coordinator at 910458-8257 ext 206 or via email: renee.weeks@ncaquariums.co m to schedule a birthday party for your child. Parties are recommended for ages 4-10.

(Pictured Above): Eggs laid by an octopus hang in strings from the top of a flower pot in an aquarium holding area. The female rests on the bottom of the pot, her arms curled inside and her dark eye visible in the center of the photo. A. Reproduction by this amazing eight-armed creature is as unique as the animal itself. To reproduce, the male deposits a packet of spermatozoa into the mantle of the female – the part of an octopus that contains the vital organs and makes up the majority of the body. In some instances, the female will retain the packet in a special gland until she decides the time is right to fertilize her eggs. Depending on the species, females can produce some 200,000 eggs. Once the eggs are fertilized, the female produces long egg strings and attaches them to the underside of ledges, rocks, reefs, caves, etc., or beneath submerged objects like shipwrecks or other sunken debris. She stops eating and broods her eggs for four to six weeks by blowing oxygenated water over them with her siphon. She dies shortly

before or soon after eggs hatch. Newborns are tiny replicas of their parents. They measure about half the size of a grain of rice and rest on the sea bed or in grass flats where they mature quickly, lest they become part of the marine food web. Many never reach maturity. Some 200 species of octopus are known. The species found in North Carolina waters is the common octopus, Octopus vulgaris, a small variety weighing only a few pounds and having a short life span of 12 to18 months. Larger species are most often found in colder, northern waters. Octopuses are loners and make their homes in shallowwater dens or small caves on or near the ocean floor. If no such nooks are available, they easily adapt to living inside wrecks, old car tires, pots, jars or other debris. They frequently block the See Ask Aqua, page 17B

AGELESS from page 2B flexible, improving balance, confidence and cognitive function, and helping with fall prevention, the 21 tools of Ageless Grace nurture lifelong comfort and ease. Ageless Grace requires no particular level of fitness or experience. "It is never too late to begin and never too early to start." Kim Henry is a Blue Belt

Nia Dance Instructor and a qualified Ageless Grace Facilitator. She is currently doing her yoga teacher training certification and is a firm believer in the correlation between a healthy body, mind and soul for an overall sense of well being and joy. Classes will be held at the Kure Beach Community Center from 10-11 a.m. on Tuesday

mornings. Kim is graciously offering two free sessions on January 13th and 20th as a way for members of the community to see what Ageless Grace is all about. There will be no class on January 27th, but classes will resume on February 3rd on a pay-as-you go basis. In the meantime, visit the Ageless Grace website to learn more, http://agelessgrace.com/.

CIVIL WAR from page 2B remains open until 5:00 p.m. The weekend’s activities also include an opening ceremony on Saturday, February 7 at 10:00 a.m. with Mayor Bill Saffo, Commissioner Jonathan Barfield, Jr. and Dr. Malcolm Beech, U.S.C.T. reenactor, followed by a lecture by Professor Glen Harris on, “Civil War to Civil Rights” at 11:00 a.m. Saturday evening at 7:00 p.m. The Huckleberry Brothers will perform traditional and popular mid-19th century music along

with a Community Contra Dance on the dance floor. Programming specifically for kids and families is on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. At 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, “Voices from the Front” present memorable readings from period letters and journals in the Wilmington Area. Then on Sunday at 12:00 p.m., Professor Chris Fonvielle presents a lecture on, “The Wilmington Campaign.” Additionally featured at the museum's battle site and muse-

um grounds are two-days of historic-themed music, food vendors, blacksmith, kids and family programming, camp life, sutlers, demonstrations of pottery making, spinning wheel, basket making, along with lectures, archaeology dig, United Daughters of the Confederacy, Sons of Confederate Veterans, roll call of those who served and more. All events are free and open to the public. For updated information and schedule visit the Battle of Forks Road dedicated site: battleofforksroad.org

ISLAND MEN from page 1B ied business backgrounds with some from the corporate world. others local business owners and some others who have retired in our community. The social interests of our membership also varies with areas like Golf, Fishing, Biking and Surfing to name a few. We are a non-profit organization whose mission is to help other local charities and organizations within our community to raise money or to provide a helping hand with our talented resources to assist with community improvement projects. In our short history we have organized several fund raising events and made financial contributions to: Step Up For Soldiers, The Pleasure Island Day of Hope, Pleasure Island Youth Baseball League, The Federal Point Help Center, Martha’s Kitchen, The Carolina Beach Grade School and just recently we donated money to both the Pleasure Island Fire Relief Fund as well as directly to one of the families who were

victimized by the recent Carolina Beach fires. In giving back to the community we are not all about just raising money as over the past year members of the Island Men helped paint the Ocean Rescue building on the boardwalk, assisted in painting the new Gazebo at the boardwalk, helped construct Santa’s Workshop at the Lake and individually our members continue to help our community in many other ways. Club social activities are available to our members and we have enjoyed participating in the Annual Carolina Beach Christmas Parade the past two years as well as being the host for the Annual Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta and Festival. When the historical Island of Lights - Lighted Boat Flotilla had to be cancelled this year for lack of entries a group of our members took action and organized an Island Men Free Spirit Lighted Boat Flotilla which ended up being a huge hit with the residents and visitors who have become accus-

tom to enjoying the Island of Lights event each year. Next year we are offering to assist the Island of Lights committee in recruiting boat captains and boats within our community to participate in their Annual Island of Lights Flotilla to renew this great tradition. This month The Island Men will be holding their monthly social/meeting at Gibby’s Dock and Dine on January 27th from 7-9PM. We extend an invitation to other local men over the age of 21 to come join us for what will be a joint new member and 2015 kickoff social that evening. For additional information about membership in The Island Men and the location and dates of future meetings. See us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/ T h e - I s l a n d Men/203774983103599. Email us @ theislandmen@gmail .com or call Bob @ 910-5992879. JANUARY MEETING: TUESDAY, JAN 27TH @ GIBBYS DOCK AND DINE – 7 TO 9PM.

ASK AQUA from page 16B entrance to their homes with rocks or other found objects to keep out intruders. These interesting animals have highly developed central nervous systems, well developed eyesight and are excellent at

Gazette, January 21st, 2015 17B camouflage. They exhibit com- gence. They are truly awesome plex behaviors, are masters at animals. Discover more fascinatcoordinating their eight inde- ing facts about North Carolina’s pendently working arms, and aquatic environments and inhabquickly learn to navigate mazes itants by visiting the aquariums and distinguish colors and on Roanoke Island, at Fort Fisher shapes. Such characteristics indi- and at Pine Knoll Shores, or cate an unusual degree of intelli- Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head.

VINEYARD from page 3B without any doubt that she was stay here, even while still grieving. Rick and Lisa Courtney had been an active part of the Vineyard Church in Virginia Beach. Rick, a Navy veteran had done some ministry while serving and after retiring, they both connected with the church and immersed themselves in ministry there. Both Wilmington natives, they decided to return to their roots a number of years ago. In early 2014, Rick and Lisa connected with Cathy through Facebook when searching for Vineyard churches in the area. They had an almost instant connection to each other.

When Rick and Lisa started Sunday Morning worship at the Pier, they started attending each other’s gatherings. It became quite evident that God had connected them to serve together in ministry in Carolina Beach. And so, Sunday Morning Worship merged with Carolina Coast Vineyard Church. CCVC’s mission is to provide a Christ-centered faith community on the Island that is casual, current and comfortable for everyone. (Flip flops are encouraged) You will experience a welcoming environment with an amazing view. The gathering starts at 10am with coffee and donuts and a chance

to meet new friends, and we begin at 10:30. You can contact Rick, Cathy and Lisa through the Carolina Coast Vineyard Church Facebook page, or through our website. Learn more about Carolina Coast on our website, carolinacoastvc.org. Life is hard enough. Come and get refilled. Our motto is NEVER WALK ALONE. That meaning is twofold: You never walk alone when you walk with Jesus and you when you are part of a faith community that truly believes in the power of both. Come and check it out. High Tide Lounge 1800 Carolina Beach Avenue (top floor).

AQUARIUM from page 2B adult. Fee: $25 for ages 13 and older, $23 for ages 10-12. Aquarium admission included. P R E - R E G I S T R AT I O N REQUIRED. • EXTENDED BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR - Friday, January 30 at 2 p.m. - Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at an Aquarium? Space for animal holding, husbandry, life support systems, and access to exhibits is hidden behind the aquarium walls. If you have ever cared for a home aquarium, you may have some idea of what it takes to operate a collection of salt and freshwater exhibits, with hundreds of animals. Accompany aquarium staff on a guided tour of animal quarantine, life support, food preparation, and access areas. This unique oppor-

tunity is limited to 10 participants. Children under 8 are not permitted. Children between 8 and 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Fee: $15.00 for adults and $13.00 for children 17 and under. Aquarium admission included. NC Aquarium Society Members pay $9.00 per participant. DAY CAMPS FOR KIDS • AQUACAMP – REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS Friday, January 23 from 8:30 a.m.– 3 p.m. - Get an up-close look at reptiles and amphibians including, turtles, salamanders and alligators. In this session, campers will learn about similarities and differences between these types of animals. Live animal presentations and more are all part of this exciting program. Snacks are provided. Children will need to bring a bag lunch.

Ages 5-12. Fee: $40 per participant. PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED. AQUACAMP TRANSPORTATION - The Aquarium offers limited transportation to and from the Monkey Junction area to AquaCamp. We can accommodate only 13 children per day. A fee and preregistration is required. The N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher is located just south of Kure Beach, a short drive from Wilmington, on U.S. 421. The site is less than a mile from the Fort Fisher ferry terminal. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission:$10.95 ages 13-61; $9.95 62+ and military; $8.95 ages 3-12. Free admission for: children 2 and younger, registered groups of N.C. school children, and N.C. Aquarium Society members.

SENIOR from page 3B inspiration and spiritual growth during a deeply challenging time,” said Trish Vradenburg, co-founder of

USAgainstAlzheimer’s, who wrote the foreword to the book. “Every contact with an Alzheimer’s sufferer is important and felt on some level, whether they can express it or not, and we should keep trying to reach them despite the immense challenges in doing so. The beautiful meditations in this book offer encouragement, empathy and understanding, both to Alzheimer’s caregivers and patients themselves.” Seasons of Caring is a project of Clergy Agains tAlzheimer’s, a multifaith national network of clergy, laity and faith organizations working to focus our nation’s attention on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, to promote dignity and compassionate care for those with Alzheimer’s, and to support families and caregivers. ClergyAgainstAlzheimer’s is a network of USAgainstAlzheimer’s, an entrepreneurial and disruptive organization demanding a solution to Alzheimer’s by 2020. Meditation contributors include: • Dr. Jade C. Angelica, author of Where Two Worlds Touch: A Spiritual Journey Through Alzheimer’s Disease and Founder of Healing Moments™ Alzheimer’s Ministry • Deacon Michael Francis Curren, Senior Vice President, Cure Alzheimer’s Fund • Olivia Hoblitzelle, author of Ten Thousand Joys & Ten Thousand Sorrows: A Couple’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s • Rabbi Cary Kozberg,

Director of Spiritual Life, Wexner Heritage Village and author of Honoring Broken Tablets: A Jewish Response to Dementia • John T. McFadden, coauthor of Aging Together: Dementia, Friendship, and Flourishing Communities • Richard Morgan & Dr. Jane Thibault, authors of No Act of Love is Ever Wasted: The Spirituality of Caring for People with Dementia • Nell Noonan, author of Not Alone: Encouragement for Caregivers and Meditations for Church School Teachers • Flores Green Reynolds, African American Dementia Outreach Partnership, SandersBrown Center on Aging, University of Kentucky • Marty Richards, author of Caresharing: A Reciprocal Approach to Caregiving Meryl Comer, author of the New York Times best seller Slow Dancing with a Stranger: Lost and Found in the Age of Alzheimer’s, said, “Seasons of Caring offers solace and comfort to help families live in the moment with their loved ones. We need to believe that we are reaching a loved one at some level because deep down we know that Alzheimer’s will ultimately win out.” Alzheimer’s affects 5.4 million people and 15.5 million caregivers in the U.S. and 44 million people and more than 100 million caregivers worldwide. Recent independent research shows that it is the third leading cause of death and the most expensive health condition in the U.S., outranking cancer and HIV/AIDS as a looming public health and fiscal issue. It is the only disease in the top ten that currently has no cure, treatment or prevention. Yet it receives dramatically less government funding, industry focus or scientific study than other less widespread diseases. “The words of Pope Francis bear repeating as they describe well both the intent of ClergyAgainstAlzheimer’s and Seasons of Caring,” said Lynda Everman, a contributor and editor. “‘Do not let yourselves be robbed of hope! And not only that…let us become bearers of hope!’”

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150TH from page 1B State Historic Site is located at 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach, N.C. 28449. For more information on the site, call (910) 458-5538 or visit the web site www.nchis-

toricsites .org/fisher/. Fort Fisher State Historic Site is part of the Division of State Historic Sites in the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, which annually serves more than 19 million

people through its 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, the nation’s first state-supported Symphony Orchestra, the State Library, the N.C. Arts Council, and the State Archives.

The N.C. Department of Cultural Resources serves as a champion for North Carolina’s creative industry, which employs nearly 300,000 North Carolinians and contributes more than $41 billion to the state’s economy. To learn more, visit ncculture.com. All Fort Fisher programming is made possible with the support of the Friends of Fort Fisher, the non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing this national treasure, and sustaining members: Troy and Lori Barbour, Mike McCarley, Tammy and Jack Moore, Brian and Deedra Nunnally, Jim and Catherine Taylor, Ernest Kniffen, Dr. Edward Halloran, and Patrick O. McCullough. Fort Fisher, the largest earthen

fortification in the Confederacy, once protected the port of Wilmington and the vital blockade running trade on the Cape Fear River. After two massive bombardments, the fort fell to a combined Union

amphibious assault on January 15, 1865. With the capture of Fort Fisher, the South’s vital shipping port of Wilmington was closed and the war ended less than 90 days later.

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

Give Her a Gift from the Sea this Valentine’s at Crabby Chic

(Pictured Above): Come be inspired by the Sea, Crabby Chic is located at 4107-B Oleander Drive in the Anderson Square Shopping Center. They are open Monday through Friday form 10:00am until 6:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am until 5:30pm and can be reached by calling (910)799-4216. Follow and “Like” Crabby Chic on facebook, there you will find updates on brand new arrivals and contests, you can also find them online by visiting www.crabbychic.com.

When searching for the perfectly unique Valentine’s Day Gift consider Crabby Chic. Your “one stop shop for everything inspired by the Sea” Crabby Chic can help you

bring a smile to your Sweet Hearts face this February. Crabby Chic’s huge selection of jewelry is unsurpassed, shop bracelets, necklaces and See Crabby Chic, page 5C

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

Date Night Apparel Available at touché Ladies Boutique

Get CASH for Your Goods at Brothers In Arms Pawn

(Pictured Above): touché Ladies Boutique is conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach at 201 North Lake Park Boulevard. They are open on Tuesday through Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. If you would like to find out more about touché please give them a call at (910) 458-5006. You can also find them online at www.touchewomensclothing.com or follow them on Facebook.

(Pictured Above): Brothers in Arms Pawn is located at 5941 Carolina Beach Road, suite A, in Wilmington, right across from Island Appliance. Hours of operation are: Monday through Saturday, from 10:00am to 6:00pm. For more information, call (910) 392-0918, or send them and email at brothersinarmspawn@att.net. You can also check them out on Facebook.

touché Ladies Boutique has is packed full of sweet fashions for Valentine’s! Stop by and check out their huge selection of “date night” apparel perfect from head to toe! Tuesday, January 20th through Sunday, January 25th all mark downs will be an additional 20% OFF! touché Ladies Boutique has long been known as a leader in our area in women’s fashions. Their continuous influx of the latest and greatest fashions keeps your closet up to date See TOUCHÉ, page 5C

Flaming Amy’s Bowl to Begin Franchise Growth Program LOCAL FAVORITE MODESTLY ANTICIPATES WORLD DOMINATION WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA - Flaming Amy’s Bowl, a local favorite fast-casual dining restaurant, announced today that franchise opportunities are now available. Restauranteurs Jay and Amy Muxworthy, co-founders of both Flaming Amy’s Burrito Barn and Flaming Amy’s Bowl, have long planned to duplicate the Bowl concept. After opening in 2008, “The Bowl” has

weathered the economic downturn and the Muxworthys feel that the time is now right for expansion. “We hear it all the time, ‘We need a Bowl in Chapel Hill,’ or, ‘You’d make a killing in Jacksonville,’” says Jay, who has operated in the Wilmington market since 2000. “So Amy and I thought, ‘Why not?’ We’re always up for a challenge. I think we’re ready to try

and swim with the big fish.” The plans for expansion are to start regionally. The Porter’s Neck and Leland areas would be ideal for the first couple locations before branching out to places like Jacksonville, Greenville, Raleigh, Asheville, Charlotte and beyond. The focus will be primarily on North and South Carolina for the first several years. “We See BOWL , page 6C

Realtors Hosting Candidate Training Academy on Feb. 2 WILMINGTON, N.C. (January 7, 2015) – The Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors (WRAR) is hosting a Candidate Training Academy at their offices on Sir Tyler Drive on February 2, 2015. The program, developed by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), delivers highlevel training to individuals who have held public office or are considering a run for political office. “Last year, the Garner Report recommended that the community ‘Recruit and help train business leaders to serve in elected office and serve on appointed boards and commissions,’” said Sherri Pickard, WRAR President. “Immediately, we sent a request to NAR asking that they allow us to host the annual candidate training in

Wilmington, and they agreed.” The Candidate Training Academy is a full-day program designed for both those considering office and those up for reelection. Specifically, it covers subjects such as: Why Run for Office?, Campaign Planning and Budgeting, Research and Targeting, Fundraising, Voter Contact, Winning Online, Get Out The Vote (GOTV), Grassroots and Volunteers. “The program is taught by a national professional with field experience and is only offered once per year in each state,” said Pickard. “We expect this class to attract a large number of current and future public servants and are looking forward to a full class.” Attendance requires an invitation and the $49 fee covers the cost of the training, a 120 page campaign manual, conti-

nental breakfast and lunch. Those interested may contact Shane Johnson, the Senior Governmental and Community Affairs Director at WRAR at shane@wrar.com.

Brothers In Arms Pawn is a locally owned and operated pawn and gun shop that provides a massive selection of awesome firearms, ammo, and a variety of other items. In addition to guns, ammo and other cool weaponry, Brothers in Arms also has a multitude of awesome items in the shop. Everything from musical instruments to jewelry can be found at great prices. Their jewelry selection includes a vast amount of necklaces, rings, bracelets, watches and more. If you are See BROTHERS, page 5C

It’s Girl Scout Cookie time! Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines kicked off its 2015 Girl Scout Cookie Sale program this past Saturday, January 17, 2015. The Girl Scout Cookie Sale program, which is the organization’s largest fundraiser, is a true financial literacy program helping girls learn skills to be leaders in business and sales, manage their finances, and gain self-sufficiency and confidence handling money. This year, which marks the 98th year of the program, girls will sell cookies door to door, at booths, and online through Digital Cookie, the first national platform enabling girls to sell cookies through personalized cookie websites. Girls will utilize an online business center as part of digital platform powered by COCOdirect to set and track goals, manage their cookie activities, and even accept orders through smartphones and tablets. “When customers purchase a box of Girl Scout Cookies, they are supporting a program helping girls grow into leaders in their own life, in business, and in their communities,” said Lisa Jones, chief executive officer at Girl Scouts – North See COOKIES, page 5C

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Help Vote Bozart Family Dentistry Encore's "Best of Wilmington 2015" contest for the Dentist category!

(Pictured Above): They are a family focused dentistry practice that specializes in taking of your entire family from children to the elderly. Their office is conveniently located at 6132 Carolina Beach Rd. Suite 6, Masonboro Landing. If you would like to make an appointment you may call them at 910-392-9101.

The folks at Bozart Family Dentistry want to send a huge Thank You to everyone who helped them make the top 3 finalists for Encore's "Best of Wilmington 2015" contest for the Dentist category! Please take a minute to enter the address below and vote for

them (on the 2nd page), as well as all of your other favorite Wilmington restaurants and businesses. www.encorebestof. com/ #wilmingtonnc. Bozart Family Dentistry is one of our areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaders in oral health care. They have been a See DENTISTRY, 4C

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8 Simple Tips to Fix your Bad Breath in 2015! Do you have bad breath? Don't feel alone, over 4o million Americans alone suffer from bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, can cause many to shy away from social activities, be anxious about meeting new people, and just mentally inhibit your every day interactions with people in general. This doesn't have to be the case though. There are many ways to fix or manage bad breath so that it doesn't take over your social life. Here is a list of 9 See BOZART, page 6C

ART THAT "CARES" Spectrum Gallery hosts an art rafﬂe to raise money for The CARE Wilmington, NC: Spectrum Gallery is raffling off 13 works of original art that were donated by Spectrum's Artists. Raffle tickets are on sale at Spectrum Gallery at The Forum; 1 for $5 or 5 for $20. 100% of the proceeds from raffle ticket sales will be donated to The Care Project. The winners will be drawn on

Thursday, February 12th during the Opening Reception of Evalyn Boyd Hines Art Show featuring abstract paintings, there will also be live music from 6 to 8 pm. The winner does not need to be present to win. Every family, who has experienced the birth of a child, See ART, page 5C

Getting Fit For 2015!

Ready to make 2015 the year that you actually enjoy staying fit? The go-for-the-burn method of working out is old news and the current trend is all about feeling great in your

body, mind and soul rather than dreading the gym and aching all week. This is where Nia fitness comes into the picture. Nia, a See Getting FIT, page 6C

Healthy Communities is a Focus of 2015 Local Food Conference Wilmington, NC – Feast Down East (FDE) and UNCW bring all the partners together as they aim to establish a healthy local food community. The Feast Down East 5h Annual Regional Conference is scheduled for Friday, February 6th from 8 am – 4 pm at UNC Wilmington, Burney Center. Feast Down East, also known as the Southeastern NC Food Systems Program, has been helping Southeastern North Carolina step to the forefront of the local food movement since 2006. No longer considered a movement, but rather an accepted way of life for many, Feast Down East continues to campaign for community involvement in the building of a fully-integrated, vibrant, healthy local food system. Food is essential to life, so ensuring that the supply is healthy and accessible is paramount. The conference, in its 5th year, has created a solid venue where all the partners involved can come together and support the local food effort. The conference will include an array of workshops for farmers, fishers, chefs, food buyers and sellers, consumers, foodies, educators, local food

advocates, gardeners, public health professionals, urban and regional planners, non-profits and government leaders. “It is important that we bring everyone to the table. A strong local food system positively impacts the health and well-being of our communities, in addition to boosting the local economy,” explains Dr. Leslie Hossfeld, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Feast Down East. The conference will kick-off in the morning with inspiraSee HEALTHY, page 5C

DENTISTRY from page 3C top choice for people living in the Pleasure Island and Wilmington area for years as their reputation of providing exceptional oral care grows. Oral health is important to everyone and not just for your smiles longevity but also for a variety of overall health reasons. In addition to maintaining a beautiful set of pearly whites to show off, regular visits to the dentist and proper cleaning between visits saves you a lot of pain and hours in the dentist chair down the road. Bad oral health can not only destroy your teeth but also lead to serious issues elsewhere in the body. The path to a healthy smile starts early in life by instilling in your children at an early age the importance of brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist. It seems as if it is no longer standard practice for professionals to be so personal with their clients but Bozart Family Dentistry gives you the comfort that comes with doctors who know you by name and understand your own unique situations and concerns. Having professionals who care and work to make you feel at ease is a very important factor. One of the best things about this is that you know your children will feel comfortable and anxiety free when they step into Dr. Bozart’s office. A continued reputation of giving patients access to the latest and greatest in dental technology complete with the caring compassion of a family friend has kept clients going back year after year as well as expanding their clientele by way of referral from many satisfied patients. Dr. Bozart’s practice offers their clients a plethora of dental services while striving to maintain a personal tone for each patient. “Our goal is to provide comprehensive dentistry to all patients by explaining all available options so the patient can make a comfortable, well educated decision.” They want to know your personal needs and concerns as well as taking the time to make sure you fully understand why you may need certain procedures and what options are available. Dr. Bozart’s office offers a variety of dentistry services including

general dentistry, restorative treatment like fillings, endodontics (root canals), peridontics (Gum disease treatments), prosthodontics such as crowns bridges, implants and dentures, pediatric dentistry for children and special needs patients, cosmetics like teeth whitening procedures and oral surgery including extractions. Bozart Family Dentistry can take care of almost any dental problem large or small as well as preventative treatments and cleanings. They even offer traditional braces and the popular Invisalign braces. No matter the problem you can count on Bozart Family Dentistry to take care of you without having to be referred all over town for special cases. Bozart Family Dentistry warranties their work for five years giving you the peace of mind in knowing that they aim to do it right the first time. “If you do have insurance then most procedures are actually 100% covered. Bozart Family Dentistry has expanded their acceptance of insurance plans to a wide array of companies to make dental work better available to everyone in need. They are a family focused dental practice that aims to make dental care affordable and available to everyone. You will find the same caring and friendly personality with everyone who works in

Bozart’s office. “We have a great staff and they really have their hearts in it. Many of our staff members have been here since we opened and we have added more along the way. We are just riding the wave and as long as more people keep coming we will keep growing,” says Dr. Bozart They are a family focused dentistry practice that specializes in taking of your entire family from children to the elderly. Their office is conveniently located at 6132 Carolina Beach Rd. Suite 6, Masonboro Landing. If you would like to make an appointment you may call them at 910392-9101. At Bozart Family Dentistry you will be greeted

by smiling caring faces that want nothing more than to see you leave with a beautiful smile of your own. If you would like to find out more about Bozart Family Dentistry please visit their website at www.Bozart FamilyDentistry.com On the website you can find out about all of their services, financing and insurance options, a dental health blog with beneficial news and updates regarding oral health issues, details about the staff, appointment booking and even a virtual tour of their office! Schedule your family’s next appointment with Bozart Family Dentistry today and keep that beautiful smile for a lifetime.

TOUCHÉ from page 2C throughout the year. “It is our goal at touché to be a “fashion leader”, "the favorite shop," "that special place,” where customers know they will find something to please them on every visit.” In addition to clothing they also carry an abundant selection of accessories to complete any outfit like jewelry, handbags and hats. “We are not just another clothing store. You will be amazed at the different fashion styles and brands we offer at Touché which includes a wide variety of USA made women’s apparel, gifts, and accessories” Clothing and

CRABBY CHIC from page 1C earrings available in many themes and designs including sea glass, initial charms, glass beads, nautical jewelry, high strung necklaces, gem stones and sophisticate, southern inspirations. Grab something to complete your favorite outfit or give a gift she will love! Cashmere is another great gift, keep her warm in elegant fabric with one of Crabby Chic’s new “Cashmere Toppers” available with or without fringe and array of colors one size fits all! For the home, come and browse beautiful coastal inspired furniture, lamps, pillows and other accent pieces to help give your room a complete makeover or just freshen up a space! The knowledgeable staff, with years of decorating experience is always on hand to help with any home design needs. Crabby Chic carries a huge selection of local and regional art available in different mediums, from hand painted glasses to colorful originals and reprint masterpieces to upcycled designs and handmade jewelry you will be sure to find a new local artist you can’t help but love! Crabby Chic carries a huge selection of sea inspired kitchen favorites, find fine linens, décor, glasses, servers and furniture that will make your cooking or dinning space a place for entertaining and making memories. They have decorative scented candles, diffusers, French luxury soaps, jewelry, sea glass, tunics, picture frames, candlesticks and so much more.

accessories arrive weekly, so there will always be the latest fashions available at affordable prices. touché Ladies Boutique is conveniently located in the heart of Carolina Beach at 201 North Lake Park Boulevard. They are open on Tuesday through Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. If you would like to find out more about touché please give them a call at (910) 458-5006. You can also find them online at www.touchewomensclothing.c om or follow them on Facebook.

Although it feels like Winter has just arrived, warmer weather is right around the corner! Get a jump on all your seasonal shopping or come and create a wish list to ensure your special someone gives the gift you love! “Find you way back” kitchen towels, tumblers and jewelry feature longitude and latitude coordinates for popular local destinations including Wilmington, Carolina and Kure Beach, Wrightsville, Topsail, Figure Eight and more. These pieces are a fun way to show your love for your favorite Coastal destination. Make a statement on the beach or on your next exotic exploration with kimonos, beach cover-ups, dresses, tunics, blouses or hand and beach bags from Crabby Chic. These sea inspired designs feature exquisite fabrics and bright, bold prints that will leave you feeling as good as you look and provide effortless style. Most pair up perfectly with your favorite pair of skinny jeans and are great for traveling. Crabby Come be inspired by the Sea, Crabby Chic is located at 4107-B Oleander Drive in the Anderson Square Shopping Center. They are open Monday through Friday form 10:00am until 6:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am until 5:30pm and can be reached by calling (910)799-4216. Follow and “Like” Crabby Chic on facebook, there you will find updates on brand new arrivals and contests, you can also find them online by visiting www.crabbychic.com.

FROYOZ, from page 7C hope is that Froyoz will always exceed your expectations. Join the Loyalty Program where you will receive up to 8ozs free after the purchase of the Froyoz! Frozen yogurt has many benefits including Live

& Active Cultures, which are an excellent source of calcium. Frozen yogurt is also low in calories. Froyoz frozen yogurt serves only the best frozen yogurt in all kinds of varieties from non-fat to no sugar added. Frozen yogurt is an wonder-

Gazette, January 21st, 2015 5C ful source of calcium and pro- Froyoz is located at 716 North tein, so you can enjoy your Lake Park Boulevard and can sweet treat while staying be reached by calling healthy with non-fat and low- (910)707-0939. You can find fat flavors. Our kosher certified them online at www.froyflavors are always low in cho- ozusa.com or “Like” them on lesterol and sodium, and come facebook. in diabetic-friendly flavors.

ART from page 4C knows that it’s the most exciting time in their lives. Now imagine receiving the news that your new baby can’t hear. That’s when families begin their cycle of grief, with feelings of isolation and fear. This is the point at which The CARE Project makes a difference. The CARE Project is the brainchild of Dr. Johnnie Sexton, an educational audiologist. The idea was conceived in

Wilmington, NC over a glass of wine among old college friends. But, Dr. Sexton has taken the concept and turned it into a life-changing nonprofit that has helped many local families in southeastern NC. The CARE Project offers these families a beacon of hope on their journey. It gives parents of deaf or hard of hearing children the strategies they need for being proactive in helping their children develop skills, so they

may realize their fullest potential. One father has likened it to feeling adrift in the sea and not knowing what to do, until he found his CARE Project family. The CARE logo is the Old Baldy lighthouse because it offers a beacon of hope for these families on their journey to resiliency. Spectrum Gallery is the product of a recent expansion of Spectrum Art & Jewelry. With a larger space and more

offerings, Spectrum Gallery is more exciting than ever. Spectrum is proud to be a premier source for original art, fine glass and American craft, representing many talented artists both locally and nationally. Visit Spectrum Gallery at the Forum, 1125 J Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington, NC 28405 to purchase raffle tickets and choose which pieces of original art

VEGGIE from page 8C most important parts- all hot chocolates are topped with Veggie Wagon's handmade honey marshmallows! Pick from seven flavors including the Original: Veggie Wagon cocoa mix, milk & organic vanilla. Nutella:Veggie Wagon cocoa mix & house made nutella syrup. Orange Cinnamon: Veggie Wagon cocoa mix, house made orange

syrup & cinnamon. Chai: White Chocolate Chai house mix, milk & organic vanilla. Salted Caramel: Salted caramel house mix, sea salt, organic caramel, milk & organic vanilla. Axton's Peppermint: White Cocoa mix, house peppermint syrup, milk & organic vanilla. Aztec(spicy): Spicy Veggie Wagon cocoa mix, house made jalapeno syrup, milk & organic vanilla.

Stop in on Tuesday evenings or the Veggie Wagons wine tasting from 5pm-7pm and their weekly beer tasting Thursday night form 5-7pm. Every Thursday, all day, we offer $1.00 off 64oz growler fills! The Veggie Wagon is locally owned and operated by husband and wife team, Max and April Sussman, who strive to bring you the freshest and finest of regional, organic pro-

duce and products. New winter hours at the Veggie Wagon are Monday through Saturday, from 9:00am to 7:00pm and Sunday, from 11:00am to 6:00pm. The Veggie Wagon is located at 608 South Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. For more information, call (910) 805-3014, follow them on Facebook or go to their website, at www.theveggiewagon.com.

BROTHERS from page 2C looking to get a great gift for that special someone then Brothers In Arms is the place to shop. They have televisions, computers, a wide variety of tools and plenty more great items to peruse. The musical instrument selection includes everything from guitars and amps to brass, woodwinds and a more perfect for school bands. Why pay full price for a brand new instrument when you can save money by shopping at Brothers In Arms. Brothers In Arms Pawn buys both gold and silver, so the next time you need some extra cash, bring in your old, outdated or broken jewelry and get paid!

Everyone knows that gold and silver are bringing in the bucks these days but don’t forget that Brothers In Arms Pawn will also accept many other items fro sale or pawn. You can simply sell them your items and walk out the door with cash in hand or pawn the item to them, take the loan and they will hold your item as collateral until you are ready to come back and collect. This works really great for those who are in a pinch, have items of value but don’t necessarily want to let go of them for good. This way you can get the money you need now, but still get your item back later. So, if you need to pawn an item for some cash or you just

want to peruse their extensive selection of treasures, visit Brothers in Arms Pawn today. Brothers in Arms Pawn is located at 5941 Carolina Beach Road, suite A, in Wilmington, right across from Island Appliance. Hours of operation

are: Monday through Saturday, from 10:00am to 6:00pm. For more information, call (910) 392-0918, or send them and email at brothersinarmspawn@att.net. You can also check them out on Facebook.

COOKIES from page 2C Carolina Coastal Pines. “We are very excited about the new digital cookie experience and can’t wait for girls to have fun while learning 21st-century skills.” This year’s sale brings with it another new cookie – Trios®. Made with real chocolate chips, real peanut butter and certified gluten free whole grain oats, Trios® will be sold this year as part of a gluten free variety pilot. The long-time favorites of the program include Thin Mints®, Peanut Butter Patties, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Shortbread, Thanks-A-Lots®, Caramel deLites® and Lemonades. The price of these varieties is $3.50 per box, with the glutenfree Trios® priced at $5.00 per box. Beginning Friday, January 24, Girl Scout troops will be selling cookies at booths set up in areas such as retail stores and shopping centers. This will be also be the fourth year many

customers will be able to use their credit card when they buy cookies at the booths, thanks to a continued partnership with Sage Mobile Payment. The Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines’ Cookie Program will run through Sunday, March 1, 2015. Everything girls do in Girl Scouting is designed to help them grow into women of courage, confidence and character. The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-run business in the world and teaches girls essential skills to succeed personally and professionally, including goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics. These five skills are important ingredients in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. To learn more about Girl Scouting, this year’s sale and find a booth in your local area, please visit the Girl Scout council’s website at

www.nccoastalpines.org, call Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines toll-free at (800)284-4475. About Girl Scouts Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts is 2.8 million strong – 2.8 million girls and adults who believe girls can change the world. It began over 100 years ago with one woman, Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low, who believed in the power of every girl. Today, Girl Scouts continue her vision of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place by helping them discover their inner strengths, passions, and talents. And with programs from coast to coast and across oceans, there’s a chance for every girl to do something amazing. About Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines - In

partnership with 10,000 adult volunteers, Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines serves nearly 28,000 girl members in 41 central and eastern North Carolina counties. (Counties are: Beaufort, Bladen, Brunswick, Carteret, Chatham, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Duplin, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Granville, Greene, Halifax, Harnett, Hoke, Johnston, Jones, Lee, Lenoir, Martin, Moore, Nash, New Hanover, Northampton, Onslow, Orange, Pamlico, Pender, Person, Pitt, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland, Vance, Wake, Warren, Wayne, and Wilson.) The council's administrative headquarters is located in Raleigh, with additional program and service centers located in Goldsboro, Fayetteville and Wilmington. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit www.nccoastalpines.org or call (800) 284-4475.

HEALTHY from page 4C tional words from Jennifer MacDougall, Healthy Active Communities Program Officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC Foundation, as we “Set the Table for Health”. USDA State Director for NC Rural Development, Randy Gore, will be keynote speaker during the Local Food Feast at 1:00 pm. Director Gore has been the leading force behind the recent “NC Strikeforce Initiative”. The

initiative has created a network of support and resources for small-scale farms. Conference attendees can again look forward to one of the highlights of the conference, the Feast Down East Agrarian Stewardship Award presentation. Previous year’s winners Margaret Shelton of Shelton Herb Farm, Stefan Hartmann of Black River Organic Farm, Chef Tripp Engel of Brasserie du Soleil and Chef James Doss

of Rx/Pembrokes Restaurants will “pass the torch” to the next farmer and chef who have been voted in as those in their craft who support, in an exceptional way, the work of Feast Down East and our local farm communities. Director of Feast Down East, Jane Steigerwald encourages all community members to attend, “Whether you grow, produce, cook, eat, sell or advocate for fresh local farm food -

this conference is for you!” Join the move toward a healthier local food community. For more information on the amazing workshops and to register visit www.feastdowneast .org. All registrants are encouraged to bring at least one nonperishable food item to be donated to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC. Sincere gratitude to the major conference sponsors: Farm Bureau of New Hanover County, Farm Bureau of Pender County, Whole Foods, NC Department of Agriculture and the Wilmington Box Company.

6C Gazette, January 21st, 2015 before brushing, then it will BOZART from page 4C tips that you can do to help fix give you a "pre-wash" if you or manage your bad breath will, loosening up plaque and right away. killing bacteria before your 1. Brush and Floss more toothbrush ever even gets Often - I know I know. This going. This will allow for an seems to be all us dentists want overall better cleaning of your to talk about, "now be sure to teeth and mouth and therefore floss everyday and brush after better breath on a daily basis. all meals." Yes, we can sound 6. Chew Gum Instead of like broken records at times but Using Mints - Eating mints, or there is a reason for all of this other sugar based candies, will repetition, it works! Like any- help to promote the growth of thing, it's human nature to want bad breath causing bacteria in to look for the shortcut, or to lie your mouth. Instead, try chewto our selves that these simple ing sugarless gum as this will everyday dental hygiene habits help to stimulate the saliva really don't matter that much. glands to produce saliva which But they most certainly do. If acts as the moths natural you do anything on this list, defense against bad breath please make sure that this is the causing bacteria. one thing that you make a per7. Keep your Gums Healthy manent change with in your - Gum disease or periodontal life. You'll be very thankful disease can be a huge conwhen you get older and don't tributing source of bad breath. have all of these dentist bills What happens is pockets of that others do not to mention bacteria get caught up in the keeping your original teeth! areas of the gums where they 2. Scrape or Brush your border the teeth. This is usually Tongue - Your tongue can be a caused by a lack of proper daily breeding ground and safe har- dental hygiene habits, especialbor for tons of foul smelling ly a lack of flossing. This bacbacteria. This bacteria needs to teria can really cause a foul be removed on a daily basis odor to come from your mouth, just as it needs to be removed or bad breath. So get your gum from your teeth and from in- disease under control and you between your teeth, otherwise will also reap huge benefits in bad breath is the by product of the bad breath department as not doing so. You can accom- well. plish this task easily enough 8. Look Out for Dry Mouth with your toothbrush, but if you - Since saliva is your #1 natural find your toothbrush to big or defense against bad breath awkward to get back there causing bacteria in your mouth effectively, then you can pick it's important to always keep up a tongue scraper at most the saliva faucet turned on. To drug stores. Regardless of how do this just simply be sure to you do this, be sure to add not let your mouth ever go dry. tongue scraping to your every- Whether you drink water or day routine and say bye bye to chew gum it's important to bad breath once and for all! keep your #1 line of defense 3. Avoid Foods that may against bad breath fighting on Sour your Breath - Foods such your behalf as mush as possias onions or garlic can stay on ble. your breath for hours after you In some instances bad eat them even if you do brush breath can be a cause of someafter eating them. The reason thing else such as a sinus infecbeing is that these foods travel tion, post nasal drip, diabetes, into your bloodstream and or even liver or kidney disease. lungs to where every time that If you feel like you have tried you breathe you will be breath- everything there is to do and ing the remnant odors of these you still don't have any positive foods too. So try to avoid foods results, then you may want to like these within a few hours of consult your doctor to see if any social occasion. some of these other health 4. Stop Smoking - I think we issues may be the root cause. all know that smoking leaves We hope these tips can help to one of the worst breath odors get you on the right track to fixaround, and that quitting will ing your bad breath and helping thus eliminate this constant you to live an all around better source of bad breath. So kick quality of life starting now! the habit already and enjoy (910) 392-9101 good breath again as that is just bozartfamilydentistry.com one of the many benefits to www.facebook.com/bozart kicking the bad habit or smokfamilydentistry ing. 5. Rinse your Mouth Regularly - Do you use mouthwash as a part of your everyday dental hygiene routine? If you don't then don't feel bad, as easy as rinsing is most people don't do it. If you rinse with a mouthwash like Listerine

BOWL from page 2C want to start out cautiously and make sure the all the franchises get the attention they really need, but once we get the hang of it the sky’s the limit.” “It’s really one of the most simple restaurant concepts, and it can work almost anywhere strip malls, pads, airports, col-

lege campuses, etc.” says Jay. “It’s unique. People want something different, and that’s what we’ve got.” When asked if there are also plans for more Burrito Barns in the future, Jay explained, “There are already so many burrito chains out there and there’s competition in every market. The Bowl is a concept

we don’t see everywhere.” So only the Bowl is going global at this point. Flaming Amy’s Bowl is a totally unique, all you can eat, fully customizable, fresh grilled food experience. They have fused elements and flavors from around the globe and combined them with fresh ingredients and a multi-

tude of delicious sauces to provide endless combinations and dining possibilities. They serve it all up in a fun and funky environment that guarantees an experience to remember. To learn more about Flaming Amy’s Bowl franchise opportunities, please visit www.flaming amysbowl.com/franchises.

HAVANA’S from page 7C garden salads and more! You will also find a large selection of enticing starters like their Hot Crab Dip for Two, P.E.I. Mussels, Steak Empanada’s and Volcano Shrimp. Havana’s clam chowder has become a local favorite, winning the last four Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-Off Competitions, from 2011 to 2014. Havana’s and Chee-ze Plea-ze have partnered up to offer local, fresh desserts from the Wilmington area. They also offer a signature dessert called the “Hot Rum Bananas Foster,” which was originally created in New Orleans in 1952 and is served up hot and fresh and made to order. Havana’s Restaurant is owned and operated by Pete Donat. Stop in and see Executive Chef, Charlie Blake, and General Manager, Jamie Bryan, who operate the Carolina Beach Havana's and have helped to make it one of the best restaurants in town. Havana’s Restaurant is located at 1 North Lake Park Boulevard, on the corner of Cape Fear and Lake Park, in

Carolina Beach. Their second location is at 6722 Wrightsville Avenue, in Wilmington. For more information call (910) 458-2822 for the

Carolina Beach location, or (910) 679-4646 for their Wilmington location. You can visit their website, where you can check out their full menu

and currently running specials, at havanasrestaurant.com. You can also check them out on Facebook for daily updates, seasonal hours and more.

Getting Fit from page 4C holistic dance method that was developed in Los Angeles, is based on the idea that exercise should feel good inside and out. Nia is a cardio dance group fitness class that combines elements of martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindfulness, holistic fitness and well-being. This fun and joyful class empowers people of all shapes and sizes to connect to their body, mind, emotions and spirit by experiencing the joy of movement. No former experience or particular level of fitness is required. “That’s one of the many things that I love about Nia,” enthuses local

teacher Kim Henry, “ the whole point is to do it at your own level. It’s not about keeping up, it’s about adapting it to your body’s way. I’ve been in a class with people from 19 years old to 84!” Henry has a background in theater and has worked for many years fusing her love of drama, music and movement to inspire and empower people of all ages. She discovered Nia in 2013 and has since taken two of the four levels of instruction in order to become a Blue Belt Nia teacher. Henry began teaching at the Islands’ own Salty Dog Yoga and Surf studio last January and will be continuing classes there throughout 2015. Nicole Ferguson, a

Wilmington local, had this to say about the class, “A weekly dose of Kim's Nia class is exactly what the body and soul needs! It is like you are painting your life through your own movement with the help of Kim's guidance and music. Thank you Kim for a phenomenal experience.” Henry is also about to begin an Ageless Grace class at the Kure Beach Community center. This is a fitness program especially designed for the senior community, including those

with physical disabilities. “I’m really looking forward to getting this class going,” smiles Henry, “ it’s a lot of fun, uses everyone’s favorite music and is a great way for the older members of our community to keep their body moving regardless of their current fitness level or abilities.” To find out more about these classes contact: Kim Henry - 910 616 9180 www.saltydogyogasurf.com Facebook - Nia Wilmington

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

Start Your New Year Resolution off Right at Havana’s

Carolina Beach Froyoz is “Back Open”

(Pictured Above): Froyoz is located at 716 North Lake Park Boulevard and can be reached by calling (910)707-0939. You can find them online at www.froyozusa.com or “Like” them on facebook.

(Pictured Above): Havana’s Restaurant is located at 1 North Lake Park Boulevard, on the corner of Cape Fear and Lake Park, in Carolina Beach. Their second location is at 6722 Wrightsville Avenue, in Wilmington. For more information call (910) 4582822 for the Carolina Beach location, or (910) 679-4646 for their Wilmington location. You can visit their website, where you can check out their full menu and currently running specials, at havanasrestaurant.com. Havana’s in Carolina Beach is considered to be one of the best restaurants in town. With an amazing menu, excellent customer service and inviting atmosphere, it’s not hard to see why. Havana’s specializes in fresh local seafood, hand cut steaks and made from scratch pasta dishes. Their menu is perfect for those counting calories after the new year with fresh See HAVANA’S, page 6C

Whether you are going exploring, on a trip or simply enjoying some down time, kickstart yours by coming into your Carolina Beach Froyoz for some delicious treats. Mix and match as many flavors as you like and then top it off with some great tasting toppings, (we have over 75 to choose from). At Froyoz the possibilities are endless. With a lively staff and

friendly atmosphere, Froyoz is dedicated to ensuring that the customer is always happy. They believe that great yogurt is the foundation for a special dessert and are committed to delivering fresh and nutritious toppings so that your dessert is always guilt-free. As they continue the tradition of simple and satisfying desserts made from the best ingredients, their See FROYOZ, page 5C

Gazette, January 21st, 2015

All Things Winter Available at the Veggie Wagon

(Pictured Above): The Veggie Wagon is located at 608 South Lake Park Boulevard in Carolina Beach. For more information, call (910) 805-3014, follow them on Facebook or go to their website, at www.theveggiewagon.com. If you haven't tried the Veggie Wagon's newest addition, their all natural Hot Chocolate Bar, you are missing out! They have created their own blends of spices and mixturesto create 7 amazing and different hot chocolates, without all the preservatives and

additives. They have created our own blend of spices for our white cocoa mixture, in house made peppermint syrup, your milk choice of almond, coconut, organic lowfat or organic whole and organic vanilla flavoring and one of the See VEGGIE, page 5C