April 2018 Southport Magazine

Southport MAGAZINE

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Earth Day * Fun Run * Spring Fest SOUTHPORT • OAK ISLAND • BOILING SPRING LAKES • BALD HEAD ISLAND • ST. JAMES Southport Magazine 2016-2017 SOI Chamber Small Business of the Year Winner

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The Caswell Beach light house is at the center of the Fun Run this month and the History Article. This made it the perfect choice for the cover. (The flowers were added) If you have never taken a trip to the top, it’s not for the faint hearted for sure.

With 6 stories of ship like ladders to climb up, a fear of heights is not ideal. I made it up to about level 3 before I had to turn back. I was told, this happens all the time, so I didn’t feel too bad. I did get a nice view from one of the small window still.

It’s free to go up, you just have to schedule an appointment, but I would highly recommend not doing it in the peak of summer, it can get quite hot. I hope you can make it to the top!

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CURRENTS April Fun for All

A breath of fresh Spring air for April activities STORY BY LISA STITES

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pring is about new growth, renewal and fresh starts. There are plenty of opportunities this month to fully shed the remnants of winter. Get your body moving and soak up the beauty around you in the annual Lighthouse Run, and find out what you can do to help protect our piece of paradise with events scheduled around Earth Day.

MOVIE PRESENTATION APRIL 19 — “A PLASTIC OCEAN”

Our coastal communities have many organizations dedicated to helping preserve and protect our waters and wildlife.

As Earth Day approaches, the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department, the Oak Island Beach Preservation Society and Coastal Watch have teamed up to offer a free showing of “A Plastic Ocean.” The documentary explores more than 20 locations, documenting pollution by plastics and the effect on oceans.

“Plastic Oceans Foundation is a global charitable organization that aims to change the worlds’ attitude to plastic in a single generation. The organization aims to limit the demand for non-essential plastic, using the ocean as a litmus test to monitor the impact of this man-made pollution crisis on human health,” according to the group’s website.

The movie will be shown on Thursday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Oak Island Recreation Center, 3003 E. Oak Island Drive, Oak Island. Viewers should bring a reusable cup or mug to enjoy a non-alcoholic beverage or snack. To reserve a spot or to find out more details, call the Recreation Center at (910) 278-5518.

vironmental impact” and whose owners want to “share their insight and love for sustainable living” are also being encouraged to participate.

The first Earth Day was held on April 20, 1970. Now, people in nearly 200 countries participate in Earth Day activities, according to the Earth Day organization’s website.

As part of Oak Island’s celebration, t there will be booths with hands-on exhibits and learning opportunities, displays, food and more. School groups are encouraged to attend.

For more details, call the Oak Island Recreation Center at (910) 278-5518.

GET ACTIVE IN ONE OF THE ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE RUN

ROUTES

It was 20 years ago when retired U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Clarence Willie suggested the Southport-Oak Island Chamber of Commerce organize a run. Though the route has changed over the years, the annual Lighthouse Run continues to offer hundreds of runners and walkers the chance to participate.

This year’s Run will be held on Saturday, April 21, but the festivities get started the night before. On Friday, April 20th, racers can pick up their packets and complete registration at the North Carolina Baptist Assembly at Fort Caswell between 5 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by The Nick Michaels Duo. There is a course for runners, or walkers, at any level. There is the Half Marathon

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION APRIL 20 ON OAK ISLAND

Celebrate Earth Day on Oak Island Friday, April 20, at Middleton Park. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free.

Children and adults can learn what they can do to protect and care for the planet. Conservation groups in the area are participating, and green businesses with “a passion for operating with minimal en-

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Run, and 1-mile, 5k and 10k Run or Walk.

All the routes have Oak Island’s beautiful coastal backdrop. The Half Marathon route will not cross the bridge but will reach the Oak Island Lighthouse, and the 10k crosses Davis Canal on footbridges.

The day of the race, activities get started bright and early at 6 a.m. at Middleton park soccer fields, at the corner of Dolphin Drive and SE 46th Street. Packet pickup and registration is from 6 to 7 a.m. that morning. There is also Chalk Art at the Start during the same timeframe. From 7 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., runners and walkers can join the stretching and warm up session.

Race starts are as follows: 7:30 a.m. for the Half Marathon, 8 a.m. for the 10k, 8:15 a.m. for the 5k and 8:20 a.m. for the 1-mile fun run.

Post-run activities include beverages and frozen treats to help celebrate the race’s 20th Anniversary. The award ceremony will be at 10 a.m. For more information or to register, visit www.lighthouse10k.com.

The deadline for pre-registration is April 18, so get those registrations submitted.

SOUTHPORT NATUREFEST -APRIL 28

Become one with nature during Southport’s Nature Fest, scheduled this year on Saturday, April 28. Events such as guided tours, talks, a movie and demonstrations are scheduled in various parts of town.

The purpose of NatureFest it to increase awareness and appreciation of the diverse nature present in Brunswick County. The day’s activities start at 7:30 a.m. with kayaking on Cottage Creek. The final lecture begins at 3 p.m. with the presentation by Cape Fear River Keeper Kemp Burdette. www.SouthportMag.com / APRIL 2018 / Southport Magazine 5

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CURRENTS The main locations for NatureFest activities will be Franklin Square Park and the Southport Baptist Church. Excursions beyond downtown Southport include bird boat tours, a guided tour of the Green Swamp Preserve, and kayaking on Cottage Creek. Some events require a fee and pre-registration. Check the list below for details, or visit http://southportnc.org/ event/southport-naturefest/ for more information.

The following events are scheduled as part of NatueFest:

-- 7:30 a.m. – Kayaking on Cottage Creek with The Adventure Kayak Company. This event requires pre-registration and a $49 fee; call (910) 454-0607.

-- 8:00 a.m. – Bird Walk in downtown Southport, starting at Wild Bird and Garden Store, 105 E. Brown St. (1 hr.) Pre-registration is required; call (910) 547-9453.

-- 8:30 a.m. – Bus trip to Green Swamp Preserve with Dr. Roger Shew as tour guide, departs from 209 N. Atlantic Ave. (2.5 – 3 hrs.) Pre-registration and $5 fee required; call (904) 290-6802.

-- 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Plant Sale, Franklin Square Park with plants sold by the Southport Garden Club. There will also be an opportunity to learn about pollinators -- The benefits of bats from the Bald Head Island Conservancy, Honeybees and beekeeping from the UNCW Beekeepers Association and How to support pollinators and other wildlife with plants – Brunswick County Master Gardeners Association.

-- 10:00 a.m. – Birding Boat Tours sponsored by Southport Boat Rentals. Small passenger boats will launch from the Yacht Basin with guides providing bird identification and information. (45 mins. – 1hr.)

Pre-registration and $35 fee required; call (904) 290-6802.

GOLF CLASSIC

The Southport-Oak Island Area Golf Classic is a fundraising golf tournament for the Chamber held annually, the first Saturday in May. For several years, the event has been held at the Oak Island Golf & Country Club. In 2018 the tournament will be held on May 5th.

A four-person captain’s choice format, the tournament attracts a full field of golfers at every skill level. The Golf Classic is a great opportunity to network with fellow business owners in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Everyone is invited to visit Southport’s coffee venues and restaurants during the break between morning and afternoon events.

-- 1:30 p.m. – Flight of the Butterflies” documentary movie showing at Southport Baptist Church CMC, 102 E. Nash Street.

The movie is 45 minutes in length and is suitable for all ages. Free.

-- 3:00 p.m. – Lecture presentation by Cape Fear Riverkeeper, Kemp Burdette, at the Southport Baptist Church CMC, E. Nash Street. (1.5 – 2 hrs.) -- The Cape Fear River, its Beauty and its Challenges

Entry fee is $420 per team and includes cart, green fees, morning breakfast omelet wrap from Tropical Smoothie Cafe’, coffee and juice, on course hospitality cart, and lunch.

Teams will be flighted by scores. The Championship, 1st Flight, Women’s & Mixed Flights will receive $420 Cash Prizes for first place. Minimum of three teams to make a flight. Championship Flight will be low 6 teams and ties.

2018 Hole in One Challenge on #12 - $10.00 per person for a chance to win $5,000.

Pre-register at the Chamber,4433 Long Beach Road, Southport or Oak Island Golf & Country Club, 928 Caswell Beach Road, Caswell Beach. Check-in the day of the tournament opens at 7:30am at the Oak Island Golf & Country Club and the tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8:30am.

There are a number of ways to sponsor and get your business noticed during the event. Contact Chamber for more information 910.457-6964.

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Spring Fest is Here Arts, Crafts, Plants and Family Fun STORY BY LISA STITES

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pring right into the season with a fun-filled day at the Southport Spring Festival on Easter weekend. Activities scheduled on Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31 will keep families entertained all weekend. Events are planned from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

SOUTHPORT SPRING FESTIVAL — MARCH 30 AND 31

The festival, sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. and the Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis, brings more than 160 vendors who offer arts, crafts and homemade goods to Southport’s picturesque Franklin Square Park (105 E. Moore St.). There will be food, live

entertainment and children’s activities such as the trackless train and the ramps and pathways display.

In keeping with the festival’s theme, the annual plant sale, which includes azaleas and herbs, will help you get your garden growing.

Sunrooms, Garages, Custom Additions, Sheds, Sunrooms and Garages We also install Stone Driveways Decks, and Small Dig-Outs for Stonework Foundations

On Friday, live entertainment is scheduled as follows: — 10 a.m. - Le Group du Jour - Dixieland — 11:15 a.m. - Upstairs Gand American Song Book — 12:30 p.m. - Local Boys - Rock ’n Roll — 1:45 p.m. - Back Porch Rockers Rock ’n Roll — 3 p.m. - Rose Colored Glasses American Roots 4:15 Prowl Band - Variety On Saturday, runners and walkers take off in the Kiwanis 5k Run/Walk at 8 a.m. The entry fee is $25 until March 31, and $30 the day of the race. Participants will get a race t-shirt and awards will be given to winners in various age groups. The course meanders through historic Southport and wanders along

the Cape Fear River. Race packet pickup will be Friday night from 4-7 p.m. at the North Carolina Maritime Museum, 204 E. Moore St., or from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m. the morning of the race at Waterfront Park.

At the park, the day gets started at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony. At 10:15 a.m., the Brunswick Big Band takes the stage. The remaining schedule is as follows: — 11:45 a.m. - Three to Get Ready Bach to Brubeck — 12:45 p.m. Bike Raffle winner announced - Southport Police Benefit — 1:15 p.m. Mike’s Garage Band Oldies / Rhythm ’n Blues — 3 p.m. Inspirations Dance Group - Contemporary, Jazz and Tap performances

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Easy Recycle Tips Doing your part is simple; here’s how STORY BY AMI BROWN

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oing your part to help the environment is easy. Now some people go full speed, installing solar panels, composting toilets, wind generators and electric cars! YES! That is great. But some of us might not have the resources to make such huge leaps.

What can the average person do ? Well here are some great tips from treehugger.com.

FIRST THINGS FIRST, A LITTLE R & R&R

The aphorism is so tired it almost might seem like “reduce, reuse, recycle” should go without saying. Most of us have only really heard the last third of the phrase, and they’re ranked in order of importance, but there are several steps we should consider before recycling. Reducing the amount that we consume, and shifting our consumption to well-designed products and services, is the first step. Finding constructive uses for “waste” materials is next. If it’s broken, fix it don’t replace it! If you can, return it to the producer (especially electronics). Or better yet - don’t buy any packaged goods! Tossing it in the blue bin should be last. (The garbage can is not on the list, for good reason.) Through a balance of these three principles you can easily see your landfill-destined waste dwindle fast. A good example of recycling is setting your empty water bottles in the bin on the curb. But by using a water filter and reusable container you can reduce or completely eliminate your need for disposable plastic bottles.

KNOW WHAT YOU CAN AND CAN’T RECYCLE

gram’ ships the capsules to another part of the country (hello carbon emissions!) and then downcycles the capsules to the lowest possible level. Their advertisements might make customers feel better about dumping capsules, but we know the truth behind the scheme, and it’s not recycling at its best.

BUY RECYCLED

HOP IN

The essence of recycling is the cyclical movement of materials through the system, eliminating waste and the need to extract more virgin materials. Supporting recycling means feeding this loop by not only recycling, but also supporting recycled products. We can now find high recycled content in everything from printer paper to office chairs. But make sure you know the difference between recyclable and recycled.

ENCOURAGE AN ARTIST

If you know someone interested in making art from recycled materials, offer to provide supplies. Many school children need items like paper towel tubes for art projects. Older artists use everything from

A N D S E E W H AT ’ S N E W

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CURRENTS rubber bands to oven doors. If you know someone who teaches art classes, suggest that an emphasis be put on making art from trash. While you’re at it, remind them to use recycled paper and biodegradable, earth-friendly glues, paints, and pencils whenever possible. See below for inspiration and groups that connect artists and students with useful “trash.”Don’t forget, you can get your creativity on and re-purpose your recycled materials too!

RECYCLE YOUR WATER

If you’re a homeowner, consider rearranging your plumbing so that rainwater or wastewater from your shower and tub is used to flush your toilet. If you have a garden, water it with leftover bathwater or dishwashing water (as long as you use a biodegradable soap). For more on water recycling see How to Go Green: Water.

RECYCLE YOUR GREENERY

William McDonough and Michael Braungart, authors of the groundbreaking Cradle to Cradle, envision so-called “waste” divided into two categories: technical nutrients and biological nutrients. Biological nutrients are those that, at the end of their useful life, can safely and readily decompose and return to the soil. Composting is one of the simplest and most effective recycling methods. Both your garden cuttings and your green kitchen waste can go into an outdoor or indoor composter (with or without entertaining a population of worms). If you don’t have a garden yourself, find neighbors or a community garden that can make use of your soil. Composting food scraps will mean your regular kitchen wastebasket fills up more slowly and also won’t smell. Hotter, more active compost heaps can also consume tougher stuff like newspaper and paper napkins. After Christmas, many cities also have programs for turning your tree into mulch.

RECYCLE YOUR ROBOTS

Electronics recycling is becoming more common in many urban areas, battery recycling is ubiquitous (rechargeable batteries are ecologically sounder, but even they wear out after a while), and there are a number of non-profit organizations that will take computer parts and turn them into working computers for others. Companies like Ebay have also developed programs to help your electronics find new homes.

Other groups will gladly recycle your cell phone or give it to a senior citizen, as even without a contract it can still make emergency calls. If you have a major appliance that doesn’t work and you’d rather replace

it than try to fix it, offer it to local repair shops, trade schools, or hobbyists to tinker with. Many cities now offer hazardous waste recycling days when they will take not only hazardous waste, but electronics.

ANTICIPATE RECYCLING

In addition to buying recycled goods, keep a keen eye out for recyclable goods.

Whenever you purchase something packaged, think about how you can reuse the packaging, return it to a shipping store for reuse, or try to otherwise recycle it. If you get something likely to run down or wear out over time, such as an electronic component, give preference to the model that can be easily upgraded or cannibalized for parts so that you don’t have to junk the whole thing if one part breaks. Products that are impossibly fused together are often called “monstrous hybrids” and are, while often cheaper up front, frequently unfixable and unrecyclable.

If you don’t love something, let it go Lots of charities welcome your donations. Groups like Freecycle and Recycler’s Exchange exist to help you get rid of useful objects that you just don’t want to make use of. If you’re in a Craigslist city, make use of the “free stuff” section. Give away clothes that don’t fit, the boxes you used in your last house move, or scented soaps that don’t appeal to your sensibilities. Make it a rule in your house that nothing useable goes in the trash until you’ve given the community a fair shot at it.

Doing your part, however small it may seen, can add up to big results.

Some interesting facts from the Waste Management of California:

RECYCLING FACTS & TIPS

In a lifetime the average American will throw away 600 times the amount of his or her adult weight in garbage. For example, a 150 pound adult will leave a trash legacy of 90,000 pounds.

Recycling Makes Sense Recycling is an important component of protecting the environment and helping our local communities. Recycling helps conserve resources and energy, preserves valuable landfill space and supports a healthy environment.

ALUMINUM RECYCLING Recycling one ton of aluminum: Saves 14,000 kWh of energy Saves 39.6 barrels (1,663 gallons) of oil

Saves 237.6 million Btu’s of energy Saves 10 cubic yards of landfill space Aluminum Recycling Tips Prepare aluminum cans for recycling by either crushing the cans to save space or leaving them uncrushed.

Cans that are rinsed out will have little or no odor and are less likely to attract bugs.

CARDBOARD RECYCLING

Recycling one ton of cardboard: Saves 390 kWh of energy Saves 1.1 barrels (46 gallons) of oil Saves 6.6 million Btu’s of energy

Cardboard Recycling Tips Prepare cardboard for recycling by removing all other materials in the box such as plastic wrap, polystyrene peanuts and other packing materials.

Break down cardboard boxes to save storage space. Try to keep cardboard dry and free from food waste. Cardboard can get wet and still be recycled, but is more difficult to carry due to the added weight of the water.

GLASS RECYCLING

Recycling one ton of glass: Saves 42 kWh of energy Saves 0.12 barrels (5 gallons) of oil Saves 714,286 Btu’s of energy Saves 2 cubic yards of landfill space Saves 7.5 pounds of air pollutants from being released Glass Recycling Tips Prepare glass containers for recycling by rinsing out with water.

Labels on glass containers do not have to be removed because they are removed during the crushing process and/or burned off during the melting process.

Avoid breaking the glass and mixing broken colors together as this may make the glass unacceptable for recycling.

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KITCHEN April Fools Delites A chocolate chip cookie recipe that is mashed full of laughter STORY BY ALYSSA CROUSON

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re you ready to get back at your loved ones for last year’s prank? On April Fools everyone is determined to have the best scheme to prank their families, friends, and co-workers. This year why not do something fun and EDIBLE!

The best way to do this is through food and this mashed potato cookie recipe will truly be something they were not expecting. Using mashed potatoes allows the cookie to have a brownish color when baked, similar to a chocolate chip cookie.

Mash Potato Cookies

INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds of peeled and quartered potatoes 2 tablespoons of butter 1 cup of milk 1 cup of dried beans INSTRUCTIONS: Heat the oven to 350 degrees.To create this hilarious ruse all you need is 35 minutes, an oven, black beans and all of the average mashed potato ingredients. Bring a pot of water to boil the potatoes, drain them, then blend the butter and milk in slowly. You may use any seasoning you would like but avoid any colored spices like pepper to avoid the cookies looking different than normal. After the potatoes are fully blended you may stir in one cup of dried black beans to represent the chocolate chips.Then place spoonfuls of the batter on a cookie sheet, 1 inch apart and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes until golden brown.

Serve warm to your April Fools guests to give them a real surprise.The best part is that after the prank is over you can eat the mashed potato cookies as an appetizer for your fun dinner party.

Spread butter on both sides of each pound cake slice.

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ART BEAT Reuse, Recycle, Repeat; Turning Trash into Treasure

The Painted Mermaid opens second location STORY BY CARLA EDSTROM

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y mother was born in 1931 during the Great Depression. Growing up in that era brought about a certain mentality to most Americans - all about saving. She always liked to save and reuse things, even when it wasn’t in vogue as it is today.

Needless to say, I inherited her love of all things old and rusty, and I’ve been known to go through her basement looking for cobweb and dust covered treasures long forgotten to use in my home.

And since I now have some of her things in my own home, I have warm memories and stories of my family I never would have had.

With the growing awareness of protecting the environment and the popularity of minimalist living, upcycling is becoming mainstream in our culture. The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines upcycling as “to recycle (something) in such a way that the resulting product is of a higher value than the original item: to create an object of greater value from (a discarded object of lesser value).” (“Upcycling” def. 1) Although the name is new, reusing abandoned junk objects in art is not new. ‘Junk art’ was a phrase coined in the 1950’s for art that was created from discarded items. Pinterest is chock full of ideas for reusing and repurposing everything from outdated furniture to wood pallets. Local artist and businesswoman Amy Atwell has full grasp of the concept of upcycling as evident in her successful Southport store, The Painted Mermaid, located at 1208 N. Howe St, Southport.

“I’ve been creative my whole life, but not unlike a lot of other creative people I run into, I don’t exactly consider myself an artist. I upcycle,” explains Atwell, although I definitely consider her an artist.

Making beautiful things out of discarded items is definitely an art form and takes a lot of creativity and imagination. “I have

a good eye and can see the potential in things that most would toss in the trash,” she explains. I know what I like and create more or less to suit me, and when someone else loves it too, that is a wondrous, fabulous icing on the cake!”

“I’ve been creative my whole life, but not unlike a lot of other creative people I run into, I don’t exactly consider myself an artist. I upcycle,” Gaining inspiration for her work from other people, Atwell enjoys how sometimes her work is a collaborative project with others. “I’m frequently invited to ‘pick’ the homes and storage units of other collectors of greatness who just haven’t gotten around to realizing their own visions,” she explains. “Frequently the conversation will turn to ‘what they see, what I see, what else would be great, etc.’ Once these marvelous things are in my studio or store, and other artists come in, those ideas get developed even further,” she explains. “It is often someone else that actually completes the piece, and who completes it is rarely relevant. The collaboration and seeing it come to fruition is equally gratifying.

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Although she graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Design, Atwell admits it was her 30 years of life experience and working in retail that taught her the most. “It took me a very long time to get comfortable selling my own work - or even sharing with someone that it was mine,” she explains. “It takes a lot to put yourself out there like that. One of the very best things about having done this (the store) has been the opportunity to act as a buffer for other folks who are nervous about sharing their art. I like to think of myself as being able to help guide others from a marketing standpoint without erasing the uniqueness of who they are and what they create,” she said.

Atwell learned the art of buying and selling at flea markets and sales years ago from a friend, and became hooked on the process. “I often found new uses for old treasures, and decorated with random salvaged pieces, but the actual upcycling of it all came later,” she said. “I give the artists around me credit for building my nerve, my husband credit for knowing that power tools make the best gifts, and to the internet for reinforcing that there is more than enough room in the world for everyone’s unique taste and talents,” she said.

The Painted Mermaid features many upcycled, refurbished and formerly discarded items, many of which Atwell created herself. “We opened April 2010. After years of renting booth space, it was time to take

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the plunge. Although I’ve always been the sole owner, a dear friend of mine was very instrumental in opening the doors and realizing the dream,” she said. “As we met and ‘took on’ other artists, ‘pickers’ and just every day folks looking to clean out closets or revamp their décor we made a lot of really great friends - several of whom have been with me a great many of these eight years.”

Atwell just opened a second store in Southport on Howe Street where the old Swayne’s store was, that has a much larger area for classes and working artists. “The current plan is not to move the store, but have a second location at 817 N Howe St. More space to spread out and bring in even more fabulousness! As we get settled into our new larger space, we will finally have space to open our doors to other artists and their talents. In fact, look for details on our upcoming seminar with watercolorist Jim McIntosh April 21st,” she said.

I got to take a peak at the new space while doing this article and I can’t wait to see it finished. I know I’ll find some interesting pieces, and maybe even create a few new memories.

You can reach Atwell by email at thepaintedmermaid@hotmail.com, or through her website at https://www.thepaintedmermaid.com/. 1208 N. Howe St. and the NOW OPEN, 2nd location, 817 N. Howe St. “Upcycle.” Merriam-Webster.com. Merriam-Webster, n.d.

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HISTORY Historic Landmark Oak Island Lighthouse is a popular local attraction STORY BY KASS FINCHER

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ob Ahlers knows his way to the top of the Oak Island Lighthouse. He absolutely should; he’s only done it 1500 times!

Ahlers is the chair of FOIL, Friends of Oak Island Lighthouse, a nonprofit organization consisting of 35 volunteers who maintain the structure and grounds of the iconic landmark.

Only five of the 35 volunteers actually guide people all the way to the top.

The other volunteer guides stop on the second landing to relate a history of the lighthouse and answer questions from those less adventurous to make it to the top. I was one of those who wimped out early. I had definitely planned to climb to the top, but after climbing up two of the 60-degree slope ship’s ladders, I gave in to my inner scaredy-cat. I thought there might have been many others like me, but Ahlers assured me that I was in the minority – only one out of ten who attempt it don’t make it to the top.

Wow, I’m so ashamed.

The fact is that the tours continue to grow in numbers at this popular attraction. Last year over 5,000 people made it to the top. Those Top Tours require a four-week reservation in advance, with a maximum of 20 people per tour. In the summer – the busiest season – only Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and sometimes Sundays, are available

for tours to the top. The lower landing tours are available with no reservations needed, Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m.

- 2 p.m. All tours are free; the lighthouse structure is totally dependent on volunteers and donations for maintenance.

Ahlers and the other tour guides have a great knowledge of the history lighthouses have played in the past and still play today. “There are two main reasons for a lighthouse,” he explained. “One is to mark the entrance to a channel; the other is to warn of danger. Because so many vessels trying to get to Wilmington were running aground on Frying Pan Shoals, they built the first one – the Cape Fear Lighthouse – in 1794 at Bald Head.

The problem was they built it too close to the sea and back then they didn’t know the seas rose significantly every year. It was torn down in 1813 and soon after that they built the current Bald Head Lighthouse further inland.”

Continuing his story, Ahlers told us how the Oak Island Lighthouse came to

be. “Because it was determined that the Bald Head Lighthouse was not tall enough to help keep ships off the shoals, another tower was built in 1903 on Bald Head.

However, in the 1940s when they wanted to automate the lights, there was no electricity on the island; it didn’t arrive until 1978. So they decided to build the Oak Island Lighthouse. It was built in 1957; the lights were turned on in 1958. It was the next to the last lighthouse to be built in this country. The last one was in Charleston in 1962.”

The Oak Island Lighthouse was built at a cost of $110,000. It stands 153 feet tall, including five feet underground, with 24 pilings maintaining stability. It was built as a single concrete pour, with the paint colors mixed in, by a company that built silos. There is no spiral staircase, rather a series of ship ladders that total 131 steps.

The light pattern consists of four one-second flashes every 10 seconds. The original beacons were adapted from reflectors used on WWII aircraft spotlights, and at that time the lighthouse was the brightest in the country and second-brightest in the world. Over time, those lights have been replaced by improved technology.

Today they are 1000-watt halogen bulbs, which last much longer but cost $200 each to replace. Officials with the Coast Guard who maintain the lighting are considering moving to LED bulbs which would be much less expensive. In 2010 the Coast Guard installed an uninterruptible power supply so the emergency lights never will go out.

In 2004, the government was interested in reducing their lighthouse operations, so the Oak Island Lighthouse was acquired by the Town of Caswell Beach.

Though the Coast Guard retained the beacon responsibility as part of their navigational mission, the town needed to find

people to maintain the structure. That’s when the Friends of Oak Island Lighthouse (FOIL) was formed, using strictly volunteers and running on donations only.

Ahlers laughs when he recalls how he got involved. “My wife was a town commissioner at the time, so when they discussed who could run the maintenance group, she volunteered me. She said I was retired; it would be good for me.”

In planning for their maintenance operation, Ahlers and the other members of FOIL had their share of learning to do.

“The outside railing at the top is very narrow,” he mentioned. “The first time we went up there to do maintenance, we grabbed onto the railing; the whole railing shifted, it had corroded off.”

Though the lighthouse was built to withstand the prevailing south winds and the occasional hurricane, Ahlers says it can move a bit in heavy gusts. “I went

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HISTORY up there once in a 60 mile per hour wind.

When I got to the top I could feel a bit of sway – it scared the heck out of me.”

Besides their maintenance duties, Ahlers and FOIL members also are committed to sharing the history of the lighthouse through free tours.“People come down here on vacation; they have rental costs, food, kids want to do 82 things, everything else,” he says. “We thought it would be nice to offer a family outing that’s free and fun.”

Not only are the tours for families; they sometimes provide a unique venue for major life events – marriage proposals! Over 60 people have climbed to the top for that purpose, and, so far, all of the proposals were accepted.

Others have different objectives for climbing to the top. Ahlers says they have an ongoing competition to be the oldest lighthouse climber. “This year we had someone come at age 93 and climb all the way to the top. Another local guy who had climbed at 87 wouldn’t be outdone.

So he came back and climbed at 93.”

Those brave people make me feel especially wimpy. Ahler says that on a

clear day, you can see all the way to Holden Beach. I guess I will try to do that from the second floor landing.

The Oak Island Lighthouse relies 100% on donations for all governance, tours and maintenance activites through FOIL. FOIL is a completely volunteer organization, with no paid staff and no government funding. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, checks can be made out to FOIL and sent to: Friends of Oak Island Lighthouse 1100 Caswell Beach Road Caswell Beach, NC 28465

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SAVOR A Big Aloha for Cafe Koa New cafe takes Southport by storm STORY BY KASS FINCHER

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outhport residents are welcoming one of our newest restaurants downtown – Cafe Koa – with a big “aloha.” Inspired by one of the owner’s experiences in Hawaii, the cafe’s name Koa means adventurer, and it is also the name of a native tree whose wood is used for building canoes and surfboards.

Melanie Woodell and Alexis Oxendine are the mother-daughter owners who opened the cafe in late January of this year.

Oxendine, the daughter, also owns KaiJoe’s on Oak Island. It’s a walk-up window, Mexican-inspired taco stand.

The owners hail from Southern Pines originally. Woodell moved to Southport six years ago as a single mom, when Ox-

endine was in college in Hawaii. Oxendine received her degree in biochemistry from Hawaii Pacific University, and moved to Boiling Springs about four years ago.

Woodell describes the benefits of her daughter’s education. “Many people don’t realize it, but there really is a science to food. Because of her background, Alexis knows how to place certain things togeth-

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Both women are single moms; each have two young boys. The cafe is named after Oxendine’s 4-month old baby, and Kai-Joe’s in Oak Island is named after her older 2-year old son. they decided to offer just breakfast and lunch so that could achieve a work-life balance to raise their

families.

Woodell describes their decision to go into business together. “I have been a hair stylist since I was 19, and have owned many salons over the years. I still have a salon – Salon 4128 at South Harbor – where I work a couple days each week. But I was looking for a way to still be creative and at

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SAVOR some point retire from doing hair. So we just went for it!”

She goes on to explain their love for the business. “I feel like the two of us working together; it just works. She has the brain; I have the art – it flows well together. We complement each other. I’m in the front, with customers and orders. She is mostly in the kitchen; she makes a lot of the food, but we work together well. I do love plating the food; that’s fun for me. We both love food and we love being a little adventurous with food. Alexis has been a vegetarian for a long time so she brings that awareness to our partnership. It’s about doing something we both love and have a passion for.”

Their creative approach even played a role before the business was open. They painted the outside of the building first, and put balloons in the windows. Creating a sense of anticipation about what was coming in that space, their efforts paid off.

“We’ve been very happy with the community’s support,” Woodell says. “We had good word-of-mouth advertising even before we had put a sign up!”

Their space on Howe Street was formerly the home of Baked with Love, whose owner Lisa Botnick gave Oxendine her first job after moving here. The renovations on the interior offer an interesting upcycled décor. The wood on the walls and tables is recycled, much of it from salvaged pallets. Even the tables are made out of surfboards. Woodell describes their design intent. “Alexis’ brother-in-law built everything. We love that rustic, organic feel. But we wanted to incorporate the coastal vibe as well; we hope people like it and feel comfortable here.”

The food has a cool vibe as well. All the bagels are from Bagel Dock in Calabash.

The owner is from the Bronx, so they are authentic New York style bagels. Sandwiches are typically offered on bagels, but other bread options are available. The sandwiches are named after rock stars like Dylan, Bowie and Denver. One of the most popular – the Hendrix – offers roast beef, white cheddar, onions, arugula and peppercorn mayo on an Asiago bagel. The Marley is a vegetarian favorite, with sundried tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, onions, greens and tzatziki sauce.

The salads are named for rock songs like Maggie May and Bobby McGee. A favorite is the Mama Mia, with Asian slaw, peanuts, mandarin oranges and a cilantro Thai peanut dressing.

Not to be outdone, the breakfast menu is fun too – named for bands like the Zeppelin and the Blondie. They are served with yogurt, granola and fruit until 11 a.m. each day. A favorite is the Abba, with smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, tomatoes and capers on a bagel. The cafe will be offering acai bowls and pastries soon as well.

Woodell laughs about their beverage selections. “Our Barnie’s coffee is super good! And we want to be known for having great lemonade. We’re already known for having great sweet tea! We run out of it daily.”

The women are building on their successful opening with more plans for the future. Their market space will be expanded to offer produce and fresh flowers. This spring they will offer live music several evenings each week with a select menu.

They want the evenings at the cafe to be family-oriented, where you can come to re-

lax, have a nice meal and enjoy some live entertainment.

Summing up their goals for Cafe Koa, Woodell put it simply. “We make everything fresh, that’s important to us. We created our menu to enable us to do that.

What it comes down to is we’re just a mother and daughter team who love each other, love food, and simply want to do something that’s fun and positive for our community. We love Southport – our small coastal community is awesome.”

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BIZ Q&A A Sky Full of Fun Brunswick Air

STORY BY KASS FINCHER

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arb Olsen-Gwin and her husband Rich Gwin own Brunswick Air at Cape Fear Regional Jetport. Recently I sat down with Barb to learn more about the business.

WHAT ARE YOUR AND YOUR HUSBAND’S BACKGROUNDS; HAVE YOU ALWAYS BEEN IN AVIATION?

I worked for Ozark Airlines in St. Louis in a variety of administrative positions – accounting, payroll, marketing – not on the airplanes.

While I was there, TWA bought out Ozark and I spent 12 years with them in similar roles. Rich was in the maintenance department; at one point he was VP for Operations for TWA. In 1997, he was offered a job with a cargo airline in Ann Arbor Michigan. We got married and moved there. Then Rich got a job offer to work for Piedmont Airlines – a subsidiary of US Air – on the eastern shore of Maryland. We loved it there; it was 30 minutes to the beach, 30 minutes to the Chesapeake Bay. Two years later, US Air was starting up a new airline – Potomac Airlines – and Rich was recruited to help with that, so we moved to the mountains in Roanoke, Virginia. I got a job at an FBO – Piedmont Hawthorne Aviation – my first exposure in general aviation. I did it all – talked on the radio with the jets coming in, handled office duties, sold sectionals. It was fun! Then 911 happened; they shut down Potomac Airlines and moved us to Charlotte, where he went to work for US Air.

HOW DID YOU END UP HERE?

When Rich retired from US Air in Charlotte, we moved here in 2003. I worked in real estate

sales; he rehabbed houses. He missed the aviation activity, so in 2007 we started Cape Fear Airworks to offer maintenance services.

He has the FAA certification for airplane mechanics that’s called an A&P – it stands for airframe and powerplant – which means he can work on airframes as well as engines.

AND YOU HAVE YOUR PILOT’S LICENSE?

Yes! But it took a span of 22 years from when I first started. In my early 30s in the late 80s when I was working for Ozark, I decided to take flying lessons. I started meeting all these general aviation pilots, and the camaraderie is what really got me into it. I flew 20 hours, soloed, flew one more hour after that and then I stopped. I was a single mom at the time with three kids and ran out of money.

After I soloed, I thought, yes, I can do this, I can come back to this someday. So, fast forward many years, and in the summer of 2010, Rich said let’s buy an airplane so you can finish up your flight training, then I can start and get mine too! He knew everything about the airplanes but didn’t know how to fly one. So we bought a two-seater Cessna 152, the basic trainer in the industry, and I started to fly again. Dennis Faver, one of our flight instructors who’s been with us since the beginning, was my instructor and took me to my check ride. I got my license in March 2012.

WHEN DID YOU OPEN BRUNSWICK AIR?

There was a different flight school here when we had just the maintenance shop, but we started hearing rumors they might leave.

So when the other school left in 2010, Howie Franklin, the airport director, called and asked if we wanted to start a flight school.

We decided that we would, but we had no idea what we were doing.

SO WHAT ARE YOUR ROLES NOW?

Rich runs the maintenance shop. In the past he was in upper management; now he’s turning wrenches again and he’s having a ball! Our maintenance shop has customers coming in from other areas; probably 75% are from elsewhere. People fly their airplanes to the maintenance base they want to use.

Rich is training two other young mechanics – one just got his A&P certificate and the other is doing on-the-job training. I am the president, bookkeeper, marketer, tax person, everything. Dennis told me you are such a great

face for the flight school because you’re a woman. People have the image they’re going to walk in and see some gruff old guy, so I hope I’m an inviting presence.

TELL ME ABOUT THE FLIGHT SCHOOL. HOW MANY STUDENTS DO YOU WORK WITH AND WHAT LICENSING DO YOU OFFER?

A private pilot’s license requires 40 hours minimum; most get 65-70 hours before getting their license. We usually have maybe 12 solos per year and 10 or 12 check rides. At any given time we have 15-20 fairly active students. It’s the largest part of our operation – maybe 75% of our revenues. We have six instructors; they’re all part-time, retired, and do it because they love flying. Our flight instructors just teach; they don’t do any administrative tasks, and they love that. They just want to teach and be in the airplane.

They tell me when they want to work and I just fill in their dance card. I manage the flight school, so I’m the glue that holds everything together.

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Not always. There’s a huge dropout rate – probably 80%. People will come in gung-ho and fly three or four times, and that’s when they have their little epiphany. You have to really want to learn to fly; you have to throw yourself into this. I actually try to prepare people for that – I tell them that after three or four lessons you’ll probably come to that mental speed bump; if you can get over that you’ll get more confidence and you’ll be fine.

I’VE HEARD THE GENERAL AVIATION INDUSTRY IS CHALLENGED WITH ATTRACTING YOUNG PEOPLE. DO YOU FIND THAT TO BE TRUE HERE?

AIRPLANES?

Yes, it’s maybe 20% of our business. We have three aircraft available for rent by the hour.

DO YOU OFFER PROMOTIONS TO LET PEOPLE TRY OUT FLYING?

Yes! Our Discovery Flight is a 30-minute flight – you’re sticking your toes in the water to see if you enjoy flying. People give it as a gift all the time. You can check it out without making the flight training commitment yet. I did a special last June and offered a $69 promotion. I think we flew 40 people – graduation gifts, Father’s Day gifts. We were blown away by the response; it was the most we’ve ever had.

IF SOMEONE WANTS TO LEARN HOW TO FLY, WHAT IS YOUR Not really for us. We have a wide variety ADVANTAGE AS A FLIGHT of ages; right now we actually have six stu- SCHOOL CHOICE? dents under age 20. We also have a few under 16 who know they want to fly and their parents want them to have the opportunity.

So they come out every couple of months to learn and keep their interest. They can’t solo until they’re 16. And flight training is not inexpensive. You have to count on at least 55 hours and maybe $8,000 - $10,000 over a year’s time, knowing you’ll get weathered out a bit. Scheduling training time can be tough for younger people who are working; the vast majority can only fly once a week, so they need to budget for a year’s time. Our instructors are so excited to work with young people because they see themselves; they see what they were like as teenagers.

As a woman who got her license, are you in the minority?

Yes, there are not very many women in aviation. Of the 650,000 active pilots in the country, only maybe six percent are women.

We’ve had six women students in the years we’ve been here. Kathy Nicholas is the commander for our local Civil Air Patrol squadron. Kayla Keith got her license between high school and college. She went into a top notch aviation school and is currently finishing up her sophomore year. If she stays the course, she will walk right into an airline job.

TELL ME ABOUT YOUR AIR TOURS – IS THAT AN IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR SERVICE?

Air tours are just a small part of our revenue, but they are a good way to reach tourists to the area. We have two commercial pilots who do the tours. They love it because they just get to fly. The tours are designed to take families or groups – just three people and the pilot in a four-seat aircraft, our Cessna 172. I named the tours using the aviation alphabet – for example Bravo, Romeo, Whiskey – to correspond to the areas they fly over. The newest one is Tango, which stands for the tides; we go up over the ocean and come back down the river.

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I think the fact that we have such senior flight instructors makes our company really professional, but it also makes it fun. Nobody takes themselves too seriously,, but their professionalism is so ingrained in the way they teach flying. And there are not many options close by. Air Wilmington just got bought out, and I understand they will not be offering flight training. The next closest schools are probably Fayetteville and Raleigh.

WHAT OTHER THINGS MAKE YOUR BUSINESS SUCCESSFUL?

The fact that we own our maintenance shop is huge. Most flight schools have to pay for that; we own it, so that allows us to keep maintenance expenses down. But safety is top of mind for Rich, given his background.

Our instructors love that he’s proactive and so safety conscious. The airplanes are highly reliable because he’s used to having programs in place to keep ahead of the airplane’s maintenance needs.

YOU OPERATE IN A PRETTY BUSY AIRPORT FOR A SMALL COMMUNITY LIKE OURS. WHY IS THAT?

There are a number of businesses out here – helicopter flights, skydiving, our flight school and tours. Not to mention the number of private pilots coming and going, and the flights coming in to take people to Bald Head. We contribute operations, and that’s the name of the game to get grants for the airport. One takeoff and one landing counts as two operations. So when we have someone learning ready to solo, they may do 10 takeoffs and landings, that’s 20 operations.

When we have six students, we could easily do 100 operations a day. And that’s just us – it doesn’t include the helicopter or sky diving businesses.

WHAT PLANS DO YOU HAVE FOR THE FUTURE?

We have been talking with someone who has a complex airplane that we could use for commercial training. You need 250 hours to get your commercial license, where you can fly for hire. We think there could be a fair amount of demand for this; there is a shortage of pilots now and regional airlines are paying better, even giving signing bonuses.

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CHEERS Off-The-Wall Beers

Now for something completely different, Beer - like it or not?

STORY BY JEFF STITES

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or April we’re going a little off-the- wall. I was inspired by April Fool’s Day to find some brews that might make one wonder what kind of fool would mix this stuff up together. Are these beers crazy good, or just plain crazy. Let’s find out.

Elysian Split Shot Expresso Milk Stout 5.6 ABV 28 IBU The Label Says: Split Shot combines the local talents of Elysian Brewing and Stumptown Coffee in a deliciously smooth, very Northwest beer.

My Take: I can’t say how “Northwest” it tastes, but it really is a “deliciously smooth” beer. Milk stouts are a mild version of stout invented in the late 1800s to satify a demand for more easy-drinking, less robust beers. They are made with lac-

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tose added to the usually stout recipe, and were originally marketed as having all the nutritional value of milk, but in a beer! Brilliant, right? Except it’s completely not true.

Lactose imparts flavor and a bit of creamy mouth feel to beer, but nothing else. In England, it’s illegal to call a beer a “milk stout” for reasons of truth in advertising.

The Northwest apparently has no such qualms. The coffee addition in this brew is very nice. It gives the beer an interesting flavor and a bit of bitterness different from that imparted by lots of hops, but it is in no way overpowering. This is a beer with mild coffee notes rather than a coffee-flavored beer.

Bell’s Kalamazoo Stout, Stout Brewed with Brewers’ Licorice 6% ABV The Label Says: Named after the city where it all began, Bell’s Kalamazoo Stout is one of our most classic recipes. This smooth, full-bodied stout offers a blend of dark chocolate and freshly roasted coffee, balanced with a significant hop presence.

My Take: This one isn’t bad at all, if you like big, bold stouts. This is the beer that inspired the creation of milk stout for those who weren’t as interested in this kind of complete and total beeriness. Is beeriness a word? It should be. Anyhow, if you like

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your beer beer-flavored, but not hopped into oblivion, you’ll love this stout. Sadly, I don’t think there’s any licorice in this.

At least I couldn’t find any. I was hoping to use this as an excuse to wax eloquent about the joys of black jellybeans, but alas, it was not to be.

Innis & Gunn Rum Aged, Beer Aged With Rum Oak Chips 6.8% ABV The Label Says: This ruby-red beer has been aged with rum oak chips, resulting in a beer with a delicious warming character that is bursting with fruit and warming spiciness. These vibrant flavours perfectly balance the beer’s toffee-malt backbone which has led it to win numerous awards around the world.

My Take: I love Scottish ales and I love rum. This beer truly tastes like a well-balanced combination of the two, like a rumflavored ale. You’d think that would be right up my alley, but it isn’t. I can appreciate the two flavor profiles. I can see that

this beer accomplishes exactly what it intended to accomplish and did it well. The Scottish ale portion is flavorful and holds it own against a fairly strong rum presence.

It’s not a bad beer and it might even be an excellent beer for a person who appreciates these flavors combined together. I’m just not that person, but I kind of wish I were.

New Holland Brewing Dragon’s Milk Bourbon Barrel Aged Stout 11% ABV 31 IBU, The Label Says: Rich, roasty and creamy with heavy notes of vanilla and just enough familiar warmth from oak barrels.

Reminds us that all of life’s events- big or small- are worth celebrating. My Take: I’ve had this one before and didn’t like it one bit. I figured to give it another go for this article and I’m glad I did. It’s growing on me. Now, this is a thick one. They call it “creamy,” but I’m going with simply thick.

I’m tasting more vanilla than I remember, which I like as it kind of moderates the bourbon. Maybe the last one I had had been on the shelf too long. I love bourbon and this stout has a definite bourbon flavor. It blends with the stout better than the rum did with the Scottish ale, I think.

It’s a sipper to be sure, at 11% ABV, but one that I think is worth the time to sit down and enjoy.

Founders Breakfast Stout, Double Chocolate Coffee Oatmeal Stout 8.3% ABV 60 IBU The Label Says: The coffee lover’s consummate beer. Brewed with an abundance of flaked oats, bitter and imported chocolates, and two types of coffee, this stout has an intense, fresh-roasted java nose topped with a frothy, cinnamon-colored head that goes forever.

My Take: I’m almost out of breath from copying that description down, but I have to admit it does do justice to a beer with a

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Lastly we have coffee. I mean, why not?

If you are having oatmeal, why not coffee?

Breakfast Stout indeed. With chocolate, of course. I can joke about trying too hard to cram in too much all day, but it would be a lie. This beer is delicious. Every one of its many parts works smoothly with the others to blend into a truly satisfying, if a little complex, beer. And if 8.3% ABV doesn’t start your day off right, I got nothing else for ya.

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SHOWCASE Music & Poetry

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All front men of previous bands, Brendon Thomas, James Downes and Trevor Leonard met on tour in 2005. They went on to form a trio that highlights their vocal chemistry and captures the raw honesty of their performances. TEOA recently released their debut LP (self-titled), a follow-up to their previous EPs, Shakey and Steep Bay. The new album was written in the wake of a series of close calls: one involving a van accident on tour, and the other

when drummer Jarrod Pedone was involved in a hit-and-run that left him in a coma for months. Fortunately the band walked away unscathed, and Jarrod made a stunning recovery. The following winter all members relocated to Philadelphia to write and hone their new sound. Joining forces with longtime friend and engineer Dave Downham in the producer’s chair, the band tracked 11 new songs at nearby Gradwell House Recordings in Haddon Heights, NJ. With the album released, the band has spent the last hear in a heavy rotation of touring. Anyone who has seen TEOA can attest to their powerful harmonies and stage presence.

The End of America has performed at SXSW, Savannah Stopover and the Philadelphia Folk Fest. They have shared the stage with Graham Nash, Old Crow Medicine Show, Larry Campbell, David Bromberg, Gary Louris (The Jayhawks), Simone Felice (The Felice Brothers) and joined Beck in Los Angeles to perform for his Song Reader sheet music release show.

The trio’s appearance at the show aired live on KCRW and received praise from Spin, Filter and The Hollywood Reporter.

THE END OF AMERICA their original poetry to read to other poets and poetry lovers. Sign-up begins at 7PM. The readings begin at 7:30 PM in room 1B, the first building behind the main auditorium. For those who would rather just listen, great! The session will end when all the poets have had a turn. There will be cook-

ies and a donation box to defray the cost of the cookies. Brunswick Little Theatre is located at 8068 River Rd (H’way NC 87), SE, Southport, NC 28165. For more information, contact Ken Greenman at 914456- 0132 or ngreenman46@aol.com .

POETRY Brunswick Little Theatre to Hosts Open Mic Poetry Readings Brunswick Little Theatre’s first and second Open Mic Poetry Readings were so successful that they have decided to host poetry readings every month this year. The next reading will be at 7:00 pm Friday, April 6. Subsequent sessions will be May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, and October 5.

The dates are not yet set for November and December. Everyone is invited to bring

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Kid’s Day in the Park Franklin Square Park turns Art into FUN STORY BY AMI BROWN

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Kids of all ages are invited to Southport’s Franklin Square Park on Saturday, April 14, for a day of fun with the arts.

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uestion: I moved here four years ago and have developed seasonal allergies which occur every spring.

What can I do? I have never had allergies before!

Welcome to Southport!

Allergy symptoms occur because you have an intact and functioning immune system. Your body perceives a “foreign” substance and your immune system begins to react in hopes of removing the substance, also known as the allergen. In some, this allergen that provokes an immune response perceived as harmful may be pollen, pet dander or even a certain food which causes other people no effect.

When the body comes in contact with the specific allergen, it may inflame the nose, sinuses or airways, the skin or even the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms depend not only on the substance but also on the immune response which can cause mild to severe symptoms.

In the case of seasonal allergies, the most likely allergen causing you problems is airborne pollens from the trees and plants beginning to bloom as the weather warms. A quick look to the hood of your car gives you a hint as to the degree of yellow pollen currently enveloping Southport. Typical symptoms are those of allergic rhinitis or inflamed upper airways such as sneezing, itching or your eyes or nose often described as burning, red and watering eyes and a runny or stuffy nose combined with sneezing. Complications sometimes develop from these symptoms and present as asthma, sinusitis or ear and lung infections. It is important to note that many people mistake the symptoms of severe allergic rhinitis for sinusitis and want an antibiotic which will NOT improve your symptoms.

Luckily, over the past several years, many medications used to treat seasonal allergies have been moved from prescription status to over-the counter availability.

These include oral antihistamine medications which block the chemical released by your immune system that causes your symptoms. Typically, these medications like diphenhydramine may cause you to be drowsy but there are others such as Cetirizine, Desloratidine, Fexofenadine and Loratadine which are less likely to put you asleep at your work desk. In addition, many of these medications are formulated in combination with decongestants to further improve your stuffy symptoms.

Caution comes with decongestant use because although they often give quick relief, they are not indicated if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disease, are pregnant or have glaucoma.

In addition, decongestants often dry your respiratory passages out too much causing you to feel worse.

Instead of taking a pill, nasal sprays are available in antihistamine, steroid and decongestant varieties which aid in the alleviation of nasal congestion and irritation and sinus congestion. Be sure to follow label instructions as use of nasal decongestant sprays for longer then 3 days may make your symptoms worse!! Antihistamine eye drops are available over-the-counter for treatment of your eye-associated allergy symptoms.

Steroid medications can also be used to diminish the response of your body and decrease inflammation in your ears, lungs

and nose. These include corticosteroid nasal sprays, inhalers, eye drops as well as oral tablets. Check with your pharmacist as there are some nasal sprays and eye drops that are over-the-counter while others require a prescription.

Allergy shot immunotherapy is often prescribed in severe cases; this requires testing and receiving shots in increased strength before continuing on a maintenance dose.

Avoidance of the allergen is certainly the best prevention but often not practical as in the case of the “yellow clouds” swarming our town. If possible, remain inside with windows closed. Choose medications which are appropriate for your symptoms.

Many people find relief in use of saline nasal irrigation through a squeeze bottle or neti pot. Be sure to follow directions on your neti pot to prevent further infections.

The use of local honey has been reported to decrease allergy symptoms but results have not been duplicated scientifically. Honey has been used as a cough suppressant and purportedly has anti-inflammation properties which makes sense that it would help allergy symptoms. In addition, local honey that is not commercially filtered or pasteurized contains traces of pollen so ingesting honey would give a person repeated exposure to the pollen allergen in small amounts –almost like an allergy shot! However, never give honey to an infant less than 1 year of age to prevent the risk of botulism.

Whatever your cause of seasonal allergies, do rest assured that it will pass.

Choose the appropriate treatment for your symptoms and seek medical care from your health care provider if needed.

- Leslie Reschly, BSN RN

E-mail your questions to: editor@southportmag.com

Leslie Reschly is a certified RN with 20 years experience in patient care.

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This Cape Cod style built in 2003 is located at 6249 Pebble Shore Lane. This unique one-of-a kind property offers quality throughout and one you definitely want to see in person. This home is currently for sale, but like all good things....I’m pretty sure that won’t last long. Yost & Yost offer this home, please contact Renee Yost for more information (910) 269-1128

This winding stairway provides for a dramatic entrance way, but feels nautical and modern. The port-hole style double entry doors are unique and stylish. The extensive wood work, wood ceiling and color scheme are magnificent.

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This separate dining space is only defined by your imagination, and keeps the whole look bright, light and spacious.

This living room has light pouring in through the massive and numerous windows, the fireplace makes for cozy nights too.

This large kitchen island is the perfect centerpiece for open plan living and entertaining. Modern light fixtures and exposed beams make the ceiling a real stand out feature and focal point.

Modern appliances and custom cabinetry is just the icing on the cake in this chef’s kitchen.

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The hardwood floors and open space make this home elegant but also warm and inviting.

It is the water that greets you when entering the statement double doors of this custom waterfront home. Featuring an open floor plan with beautiful heart of pine floors and windows that offer spectacular views of the Cape Fear River, Bald Head Island, Oak Island lighthouse out to the mouth of the Atlantic Ocean. Spacious foyer area leads to the gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, Viking gas appliances, vent hood , a grand island and a walk-in butler’s pantry- all of this makes this kitchen and dining area perfect for entertaining.

Gracious living area with coffered ceilings, built-ins and fireplace exits to a charming Southern wrap around porch that includes spacious screen porch to enjoy the wonderful SW breezes and gorgeous sunsets that Southport is known for.

This floor also features two guest rooms and two full baths. Upstairs the entire second floor is a master suite with private balcony to sit and enjoy life on the water. Ensuite bath includes soaking tub with stunning views, double vanities , amazing his and her walk in closets. Laundry room is also located on this floor. Elevator access to all floors. First floor garage has tons of storage space.

Exterior features include lush landscaping, in-ground pool and guest house with bedroom and living space.

A private pier completes this outdoor paradise. Fans of the TV series Revenge will remember this house was featured as Emily’s beach house.

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Winding River Plantation | 1594 Brushwood Court S.E. | Located on the ninth fairway of Carolina National, this beautiful brick home was built to take full advantage of the golf course vista. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home includes a first floor master bedroom with en suite bath. The open floor plan is traditional yet offers a modern chefs kitchen that opens to the breakfast room. The gourmet kitchen, including double ovens, gas cooktop and granite. Formal Living and dining rooms, living room offers a fireplace and custom built-ins. Both areas open to a spacious sun room deWinding Plantation 1594 Brushwood Court S.E. | $419,900 Located on the ninth signed for easyRiver entertaining with| access from both areas. fairway of Carolina National, this beautiful brick home was built to take full advantage of the golf course vista. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home includes a first floor master bedroom with en suite bath. The open floor plan is traditional yet offers a modern chefs kitchen that opens to the breakfast room. The gourmet kitchen, including double ovens, gas cooktop and granite. Formal Living and dining rooms, living room offers a fireplace and custom built-ins. Both areas open to a spacious sun room designed for easy entertaining with access from both areas. $419,900

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MAR 29

10:15 - Big Band

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Thursday, March 29th, 2018, Oak Island Residents are spending the day exploring Holly Shelter Game Land, 9am-3pm, $5.00 Per Person, To preregister for OKI Nature Programs please call (910) 278-5518

HISTORY!

Southport Historical Society General Membership meeting with Speaker, March 29 6:30 pm, Community Building Open to the public

MAR 30-31

11:15 Upstairs Gand - American Song Book 12:30 Local Boys - Rock ’n Roll 1:45 Back Porch Rockers - Rock ’n Roll 3:00 Rose Colored Glasses - American Roots 4:15 Prowl Band - Variety

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10:00 OPENING CEREMONY

10:15 Brunswick Big Band - Big Band Music

SPRING FESTIVAL

Franklin Square Park, N. Howe Street, Southport, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. http://www.downtownsouthport.org/

11:45 Three to Get Ready - Bach to Brubeck 12:45 Bike Raffle - Southport Police Benefit 1:15 Mike’s Garage Band - Oldies / Rhythm ’n Blues

FRIDAY MARCH 30

Southport Spring Festival 2018

3:00 Inspirations Dance Group - Contemporary, Jazz and Tap performance

Live Entertainment Schedule

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FUN RUN On Saturday, runners and walkers take off in the Kiwanis 5k Run/Walk at 8 a.m. The entry fee is $25 until March 31, and $30 the day of the race. Participants will get a race t-shirt and awards will be given to winners in various age groups. The course meanders through historic Southport and wanders along

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CALENDAR of EVENTS the Cape Fear River. Race packet pickAPRIL 4 up will be Friday night from 4-7 p.m. at SOUTHPORT WOMEN’S CLUB the North Carolina Maritime Museum, Murrow Hall Trinity United Methodist 204 E. Moore St., or from 6:30 to 7:45 Church 209 E NASH ST 1:00 pm outha.m. the morning of the race at Waterport front Park.

APRIL 6

ACTIVITIES: At the park, the day gets started at SPECIAL BIRDING: 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony. At Middle Island Exploration Bald Head Island Conservatory 700 Federal Road 10:15 a.m., the Brunswick Big Band Bald Head Island 5:30pm – 7:00pm natakes the stage. The remaining schedtalie@bhic.org ule is as follows: — 11:45 a.m. - Three to Get Ready APRIL 7 Bach to Brubeck — 12:45 p.m. Bike Raffle winner an- CIVIL WAR TRUST PARK DAY NC Maritime Museum at Southport nounced - Southport Police Benefit 204 E. Moore Street 9:00 am - 1:00 pm — 1:15 p.m. Mike’s Garage Band Oldies / Rhythm ’n Blues APRIL 7 — 3 p.m. Inspirations Dance Group - Contemporary, Jazz and Tap perfor- “THIS IS OUR TOWN” CLEANUP 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Old Jail Annex mances

art are set up at various stations hosted by local artists.

APRIL 12

BSL GARDEN CLUB MEETING

10:00 AM Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center, 1 Leeds Road,Boiling Spring Lakes

APRIL 14

MITCH PRINCE HOOPS & HEROES BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

South Brunswick High School Cougar Road Boiling Spring Lakes, All Day, http://www.cityofbsl.org

OAK ISLAND RECREATION CENTER

History with Mike Powell 10:00 am – 11:00 am 3003 E. Oak Island Dr. “The Royal Navy in 1775” Contact the Rec Center for more information. Join us for a special movie presentation of “A Plastic Ocean” and a wonderful opportunity to meet Dr Bonnie Monteleon, Executive Director of Science Research and Academic Partnerships for Plastic Ocean Project (Wilmington, NC)

APRIL 19

PLASTIC OCEAN FILM

Thursday, April 19, 2018 6:30 PM

Oak Island Recreation Center (3003 Oak Island Drive ) Free - For more information and reservations please call Oak Island Recreation Dept. 910-2785518. Light refreshment will be served.

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MAR 30

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

Friday, March 30, BCC Odell Williamson, 150 College Rd. NE, Bolivia , 7:00 PM

MAR 31

APRIL 10

OAK ISLAND BIRD CLUB

8:30 am – 9:45 am Recreation Center 3003 E. Oak Island Dr. CONTACT: (910) 278-5518 Nesting birds of OI.

APRIL 14

TURTLE TROT 5K

Sat, March 31, 2018, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM,. LOCATION - Bald Head Island Conservancy, 700 Federal Road, Bald Head Island, (910) 457-0089

USED BOOK SALE

FOLSOI, March 31, 9 am - noon, Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe Street

APRIL

NATIONAL DONATE LIFE BLUE & GREEN DAY During this day, the public is encouraged to wear blue and green, hold events and fundraisers, and partner with local restaurants, malls, media, and community organizations in an effort to promote the success of organ, eye and tissue transplantation and the extreme need for registered donors.

National Blue & Green Day 2018 is Friday, April 13!

SATURDAY NIGHT ESCAPADES

APRIL 1

SPECIAL BIRDING:

Bald Eagle Tour Bald Head Island Conservancy 700 Federal Road Bald Head Island, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, natalie@bhic.org, https://www.bhic.org/

NC Maritime Museum at Southport 204 E. Moore Street Southport 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm $25

KID’S ART DAY

Franklin Square Park, Southport

APRIL 3

BRUNSWICK CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE

Hatch Auditorium Baptist Assembly Caswell Beach Registration at 6:30 p.m. Meeting at 7 p.m

11:00 am - 2:00 pm Kids of all ages are invited to Southport’s Franklin Square Park for a day of fun with the arts. The annual Kid’s Day in the Park will run from 11 am until 2 pm. Children will experience jewelry making, spin art, face painting, and flower pot painting, among other activities. All types of

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fairway of Carolina National, this beautiful brick home was built to take full advantage of the golf course vista. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home includes a first floor master bedroom with en suite bath. The open floor plan is traditional yet offers a modern chefs kitchen that opens to the breakfast room. The gourmet kitchen, including double ovens, gas cooktop and granite. Formal Living and dining rooms, living room offers a fireplace and custom built-ins. Both areas open to a spacious sun room deWinding Plantation 1594 Brushwood Court S.E. | $419,900 Located on the ninth signed for easyRiver entertaining with| access from both areas. fairway of Carolina National, this beautiful brick home was built to take full advantage of the golf course vista. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home includes a first floor master bedroom with en suite bath. The open floor plan is traditional yet offers a modern chefs kitchen that opens to the breakfast room. The gourmet kitchen, including double ovens, gas cooktop and granite. Formal Living and dining rooms, living room offers a fireplace and custom built-ins. Both areas open to a spacious sun room designed for easy entertaining with access from both areas. $419,900

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Winding River Plantation | 1821 Baywater Court S.E. | This custom built 699 Augustine Avenue SW, Supply, North Carolina Lot hasFP in place home offers comfortable, elegant living in a private setting.28462 The masonry is the

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This lot is located at the end of quiet culdesac with apprx 100 ft waterfront it affords Winding River Plantation | 1821 Baywater Court S.E. | This custom built chefshome gas range, high endon appliances and cabinetry.

Upstairs are 2 large excellent views alongcomfortable, the ICW to the Ocean.Community amenities to include Marina, offers elegant living in acustom private setting.

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CALENDAR of EVENTS Saturday

Please bring a reusable cup or mug to enjoy a non alcoholic beverage And snacks. Sponsors: Oak Island Recreation Deptment, Coastal Water Watch and the Oak Island Beach Preservation Society.

4/14/18 Christine Martinez Band 7:00-10:00 Thursday 4/19/18 Open Mic 6:00-9:00 Friday

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4/20/18 Southern Boulevard 7:0010:00

OAK ISLAND EARTH DAY FESTIVAL

Saturday

10:00 am – 2:00 pm Middleton Park Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department 278-5518 The event will features hands-on environmental Earth friendly activities and displays for all ages.

4/21/18 Barefoot Steve & the Flip Flops 7:00-10:00 Thursday 4/26/18 Open Mic 6:00-9:00 Friday

APRIL 21

4/27/18 Uner The Gun 7:00-10:00

OAK ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE RUN

Saturday

7:30 am, Oak Island, outhport-Oak Island Chamber of Commerce 910) 457-6964 Half marathon, 1 mile, 5k and 10k run or walk.

4/28/18 Groove Pirates 7:00-10:00

FISHY FISHY

APRIL 28

Easter Sunday April 1: Into The Fog 2:00-5:00

SOUTHPORT NATURE FEST 2018

7:30 am - 5:00 pm Downtown Southport The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. with kayaking on Cottage Creek. The final lecture egins at 3 p.m. with the presentation by Cape Fear River keeper Kemp Burdette. - see pg 48.

APRIL 28

SOUTHPORT GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE

8:30 am - 1:00 pm Franklin Square Park, Southport

APRIL 28

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Southport Realty 727 N. Howe Street Southport

BOILING SPRING LAKES

Operation Clean Sweep All Day BSL Community Center, 1 Leeds Road, BSL http://www.cityofbsl.org

Check their website or facebook for more April Music!

ART EVENTS

TONY ALDERMAN TEMPORARY ART EXHIBIT,

Life on the Lower Cape Fear: Highlights of Brunswick County, NC Maritime Museum, 204 E. Moore Street , Southport, February 3rd until Saturday, March 24, 2018

ASSOCIATED ARTISTS OF SOUTHPORT SPRING ART SHOW RECEPTION

March 2, 5 PM -7 PM, Franklin Square Gallery, 130 E. West St. Southport, (910) 457-5450, Show is on display February 26 - March 17, 2018

KID’S STUFF

STORY TIME

Story Time for Children - Every Monday Harper Library - September through April, 10-11am Cost: Free Location: 109 W. Moore Street, Southport

DAY CAMP!

MAY 2

SOUTHPORT WATERFRONT MARKET

Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, 203 E. Bay Street, Southport, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

NC Maritime Museum at Southport, March 27-30 4-Day Camp, 10 am - 1 pm, Ages 8-12, (910) 457-0003 - fee

MUSIC! APRIL MUSIC AMERICAN FISH

Friday 20th - Blindside 7pm to 10pm Saturday 21st - Seneca Guns 7pm to 10pm Friday 27th - Christine Martinez Band 7pm to 10pm Saturday 28th - Key Lime Pie 7pm to 10pm Sunday 29th - Gene Gregory 3pm to 6pm

YACHT BASIN EATERY

Thursday, 5 Open Mic 6-9:00 Friday 6 Smokin’ Notes 7:00-10:00

Make sure to send in all your SUMMER MUSIC SCHEDULES

by April 12th to be included in our special MAY MUSIC ISSUE! Email to editor@ southportmag.com

Saturday 4/7/18 - Train Wreck 7:00-10:00 Thursday 4/12/18 - Open Mic 6:00-9:00 Friday 4/13/18 Soul-R-Fusion 7:00-10:00

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CALENDAR

Southport NatureFest 2018 APRIL 28TH - 7:30 A.M. - 5 P.M., DOWNTOWN SOUTHPORT To increase awareness and appreciation of the diverse nature present in Brunswick County, Southport NatureFest is scheduled for April 28, 2018. The event will begin at”

Nature excursions beyond downtown Southport include bird boat tours, a guided tour of the Green Swamp Preserve, and kayaking on Cottage Creek.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

7:30 a.m. - Kayaking on Cottage Creek with The Adventure Kayak Company.

For more information, fees and to pre-register, please call 910-4540607.

7:30 a.m. with kayaking on Cottage Creek. The final lecture begins at 3 p.m. with the presentation by Cape Fear River keeper Kemp Burdette.

The primary locations for NatureFest activities will be Franklin Square Park and the Southport Baptist Church CMC, conveniently located within downtown Southport.

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8:00 a.m. - Bird Walk in downtown Southport Start at Wild Bird and Garden Store, 105 E. Brown St. (1 hr.)

Pre-registration is required.

Please call 910-547- 9453.

8:30 a.m. - Bus trip to Green Swamp Preserve with Dr. Roger Shew as tour guide, departs from 209 N. Atlantic Ave. (2.5 - 3 hrs.)

This is the third year Roger Shew will be providing an educational tour of the Green Swamp. Roger is an expert on Longleaf Pine ecosystems and a passionate educator. Pre-registration and fee required. Please call 904-2906802.

plants sold by the Southport Garden Club. At the park there will be the opportunity to learn about pollinators.

• Bald Head Island Conservancy educator will be present with information on the benefits of bats • Brunswick Co. Beekeepers Association will be on hand with information about honeybees and beekeeping.

8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Plant Sale, Franklin Square Park. Beautify your personal landscape with

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CALENDAR 10:00 a.m. - Birding Boat Tours sponsored by Southport Boat Rentals. Small passenger boats depart from the Yacht Basin with guides providing bird identification and information. (45 mins.

- 1hr.) Pre-registration and fee required. Please call 904-290-6802.

Get a good start on the growing season with this gardener’s to-do list for April.

April the garden’s busiest month? Suddenly, there’s so much to do, like start putting a garden in. Many websites put up monthly task lists, often suited to their specific region. Here’s some April gardening tips and chores that have served well over the years.

Before the afternoon presentations, we invite participants to visit Southport’s coffee venues

* Fertilize fall-planted garlic with a high-nitrogen source, like blood meal or bat guano. Got onion sets that over-wintered? Now’s the time to start hitting them with nitrogen boosts, maybe fish fertilizer, periodically until their tops go soft and wilt in the coming summer.

3:00 p.m. - Lecture presentation

by Cape Fear Riverkeeper, Kemp Burdette, at the Southport Baptist Church CMC, E. Nash Street.

(1.5 - 2 hrs.)

and restaurants.

1:30 p.m. - Documentary movie showing at Southport Baptist Church CMC, 102 E. Nash Street.

(45 mins.)

Flight of the Butterflies - It took Dr. Fred Urquhart almost 40 years to discover the monarch butterflies’ secret hideaway and prove the most incredible migration on Earth. Following the year-long annual migration cycle of the butterflies, the award-winning production team filmed hundreds of millions of monarchs in their remote overwintering sanctuaries in Mexico. The movie is 45 minutes in length and is suitable for all ages. Free.

April Gardening Chores

The Cape Fear River, its Beauty and its Challenges - The Cape Fear is North Carolina’s largest river basin and nearly one-third of the state’s population lives within the watershed. The ecological diversity of the ape Fear watershed is astounding, from the salt marshes at the mouth to the blackwater swamps, and ancient cypress trees. The beauty of the river is awe-inspiring, and at times under appreciated. Cape Fear Riverkeeper, Kemp Burdette has been the Cape ear’s prominent spokesperson on the topics of coal ash retention ponds, confined animal farming operations, concrete industry siting, and most recently GenX. Free.

Plan to spend the day in Southport and enjoy what nature has to offer. Come to one event or all, it’s your choice. For up to date information, visit the Southport NatureFest

* Sow early spring greens, including leaf lettuce and spinach for early season harvest. Now’s the time to plant asparagus crowns for years of returns. * Turn and aerate compost piles. Screen any compost you’ll be applying in the next few weeks so that it will be ready when you need it. * Go after lawn pests: Grubs of various sorts (like those of the Japanese beetle) and sod webworms take advantage of spring to feed near the surface. Now’s the time to inspect your lawn for dead and fading patches or soft spongy areas where grubs may have destroyed the turf’s roots. You might spot the grubs themselves. Hit them with an Organic spray while they’re vulnerable. * Practice patience: Still waiting for spring to… well, spring? Be patient. Don’t start working your garden before the soil is ready to avoid compaction. Monitor those soil temperatures for proper germination temperatures for particular seed with a soil thermometer. * Fruit trees: Spring pruning of fruit trees is best done early. If you’re going to spray trees with a horticultural oil — now’s the time– use one that has negligible toxicity and degrades quickly in the environment. * Plant shrubs and root stock: avoid bare root stock if you’re planning to plant strawberries or woody fruits like grapes and raspberries. Instead, buy them in containers. Water and fertilizer as your indoor plants get more window light. Spring is the time for growth, even indoors.

- Source: www.planetnatural.com

Facebook page, www.facebook. com/southportnaturefest/ or www.southportnc.org.

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CALENDAR

Ongoing Events WINE & DRINK

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

Thursdays, from 5-7pm at Uncorked

By The Sea - Wine Tastings. Donation goes towards a local charity. 602-A N Howe St. Southport (910) 454-0633

GRAPE & ALE

Our wine selection is ever changing Drop by! And see what we are tasting today. Our hours are: 11-7 M-Th and Sat, 11-8 Friday, 12-5 Sunday

THE WINE RACK

Weekly Wine Tasting Join Us Every Friday from 5:30-8:00pm When you purchase any bottle of wine in the shop, your $5 goes back in your pocket!

SILVER COAST WINERY

Southport Tasting & Taproom 105 S. Howe St, Southport 910.777.5151 ​Wine and Craft Beer Tastings Daily ​​Monday-Saturday 11am-7pm Tuesday & Wednesday til 9pm Friday ‘til 8pm Sunday 1 - 6pm

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Wine tasting, Tuesdays, 305 N.Howe Street, Southport, (910) 477-6079 6-8pm, check facebook for details.

LIFELONG LEARNERS

Harper Library, 109 West Moore Street Southport - Join us for a variety of topics, Every Wednesday 10am-11, and Thursdays 2pm-3:30pm.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE

Monthly Book Sales, February 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Southport Realty, 727 N. Howe Street, 9:00 a.m. – 12 pm

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK,

April 6 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, The first Friday of each month art galleries in the Southport area host a Gallery Walk. Art enthusiasts are welcome to participate in this cultural event each first Friday from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

CASH MOB!

The Mob is open to the public agreeing to spend a minimum of $20.00 in the shop. Cash Mob is an event of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information call (910) 457-6964 or visit www.southport-oakisland. com To be notified of the Cash Mob meet up location by email should text “SHOPBRUNSWICK” to 22828

BINGO!

EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, Oak Island VFW Bingo , 103 SE 50th Street , Oak Island 6:30pm to 10:30pm, For more information, call (910) 278-9978.

MARITIME PROGRAM

Show your creativity in blue & green Donate Life colors! Send in your best blue & green photo* to the Donate Life America Facebook page starting Friday, April 13 through Tuesday, April 17 at 11:59 pm ET, in one of six categories:

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH, NC Maritime Museum Adult Program , 223 E Bay Street Southport 7pm to 9pm, Join fellow history buffs for an evening of educational discussion about NC maritime history.

• Outfitted for Life (Adult Fashion) • Colorful Kids (Kid Fashion)

BRUNSWICK CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE,

• Pets for Donation (Pet Fashion) • Get Together for Blue & Green (Group Photos)

March 6, 6:30 pm registration, 7 pm lecture, Hatch Auditorium, Baptist Assembly, Caswell Beach, Contact Mike Powell at (910) 278-3545, or email to mpowell260@gmail.com.

Brunswickcivilwarroundtable.com

• Blue, Green & Delicious (Food and Drinks) • Donate Life Décor (Places and Spaces) *Please send in your original photos without collages, borders or filters. Thank you!

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COMMUNITY

COMMUNITY CHOICE AWARD The photo with the most Votes will be the Community Choice Award winner! Vote for your favorite photos submitted for the contest from April 13 through April 19, 2018 at 11:59 pm ET.

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THE BEST OF EACH CATEGORY The winner for each category will be selected by a panel of Donate Life America judges and announced – with the Community Choice Award winner – on Wednesday, April 25. The winner from each photo contest category will be awarded a $100 Amazon gift card!

Facebook.com/DonateLife #DonateLife

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DonateLife.net/Blue-Green-Day #BlueGreenDay

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DINING GUIDE Drive-Thru & BBQ, the Perfect Combo!

Check out the Dining Guide and what delicious food the local area has to offer!

Check out the new Drive-thru at Southport Smoke House.

In a hurry?

No Problem!

SEAFOOD SPECIALTY M DEAD END SALOON & FISH FACTORY GRILLE

4907 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 910-454-4002 www.thedeadendsaloon.com Known for real Maryland crab cakes and Cream of Crab soup and offering fresh, local seafood specials along with great entrees, nachos, cheddar fries, and more. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway with slips for docking and a beautiful view, including sunsets. We belong to the NC Offering fine steaks, from filet mignon to flat iron, and fresh seafood, from lobster to crab cakes, with attentive service.

FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

5710 57th Place W., Oak Island 910-278-6012 • www.bwpresort.com Offering items such as award-winning chowder and signature crab dip.

M FISHY FISHY CAFE

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-1881 www.fishyfishycafe.com A sophisticated take on the dockside seafood café, Fishy Fishy serves up plates like Buffalo shrimp, Cajun grouper bites, and Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.

M FRYING PAN

319 West Bay St., Southport 910-363-4382 Featuring homemade sweet potato biscuits and fried seafood, as well as other delicacies such as pan seared grouper.

M ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island 910-278-7770 www.islandwayres.com Offering fine steaks, from filet mignon to flat iron, and fresh seafood, from lobster to crab cakes, with attentive service.

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-5231 Family owned since 1964; offering seafood fried, broiled or grilled, plus charbroiled steaks.

MOJO’S ON THE HARBOR

16 Marina Way, Bald Head Island 910-457-7217 www.mojoontheharbor.com Featuring Southern classics :fried pickles, shellfish steam pots to global dishes like Italian meat antipasto and Mediterraneans shrimp and grits.

M PROVISION COMPANY

130 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-457-0654 www.provisioncompany.com Offering a la carte seafood sandwiches, conch fritters, steamed shrimp and more.

YACHT BASIN EATERY

122 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 910-363-4108 www.yachtbasineatery.com Dishing up goods from both the North and South, from handrolled pizza, Jersey style breads and authentic Italian, to Southern comfort foods and fresh seafood. (Closed Jan 2-March 11)

MODERN AMERICAN THE LIVE OAK ON HOWE

614 N. Howe St.Southport, 910-620-4541 Full Service Catering and Event Venue. Pairing with The Confectionary for off-site and onsite specials occasions. They will work with you to tailor make your event, one to remember.

Whether it is at your house or ours..

OLIVER’S ON THE CAPE FEAR

101 West Bay Street, Southport 910-477-9299 oliversonthecapefear.com Fine dining on the Cape Fear—where exquisite southern cuisine meets the salubrious dishes. We also offer great burgers, steaks, and other southern favorites.

M MR. P’S BISTRO

SWAIN SEAFOOD SHACK

309 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0801 www.mrpsbistro.com Fine lowcountry cuisine, from crabstuffed fish du jour to crab cakes and prime rib.

THE PIRATES DECK

SHAGGER JACKS

5119 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island, Phone: (910) 448-5056 Good food for good people. Locally caught seafood, homemade soups and salad bar.

5827 E. Oak Island Dr, Oak Island 910-933-4615 A great local hangout . Everything from Nachos to burgers, to seafood to steaks. Great Bar.

8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-933-4103 www.shaggerjacksoki.com With over 50 beer selections, Shagger Jacks offers an assortment of dishes from steamers to ribs and sweet curry chicken to tacos.

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TRANQUIL HARBOR

5908 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island Call (910) 250-12944 Casual family restaurant with a variety of dishes, seafood and daily specials.

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING

6220 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-4944 Casual dining in a tropical setting, with Caribbean inspired seafood as well as steaks, chicken, pork and salads.

WINE & BEER DOC MERIDIAN WINERY

305 N. Howe St., Southport 208-520-2490 Doc Meridian is a local wine shop and winery located in Southport, NC launching in the fall of 2017. We will be serving and selling great wine in NC.

GRAPE AND ALE

8521 E. Oak Island Dr. Oak Island, 910-933-4384 Quaint and eclectic store offering a large selection of wines, beers, and spirits. Perfect for either relaxation or for on the go! Tastings on Fridays 5-8pm,

SILVER COAST WINERY

105 S. Howe St. Southport, 910-777-5151 Come in and relax with a fantastic variety of beers and wines for all people. Children friendly with various selections of soft drinks and refreshments. Tastings during opening hours.

THE WINE RACK

102 W. Brown St. Southport, 910-457-5147 Offering a selection of wine, cigars, coffees, and accessories, this quaint shop is perfect for a night out. Great service and over 600 wines to choose from.

UNCORKED BY THE SEA

602 N. Howe St. Southport, 910-454-0633 Offers a wide variety of fine wines and craft beers. Enjoy a pleasant evening sipping wine and admiring local art. Thursday wine tastings support local charities 5-7pm.

CAFES, DELIS & GRILLS AMERICAN GRILL

505 N. Howe St., Southport Offering All-American sandwiches, burgers and hotdogs

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DINING GUIDE BEANA’S KITCHEN

106 SE 58th St., Oak Island 910-278-7209 Open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Beana’s serves breakfast and lunch.

BOB’S DOGS

ERIC’S GRILLE

1671 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-9024 Offers old fashioned, hand patted hamburgers, plus bbq, hot dogs, chili cheese fries and breakfast sandwiches and platters.

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

8903 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-3456 • www.bobsdogsoki.com With custom hot dogs featuring an array of ingredients to homestyle sandwiches like chicken salad and burgers.

4655 Southport-Supply Rd SE,, Southport 910-269-7008 Handmade burgers using 100% ground chuck, plus freshly cut French fries.

THE BOUNCING LOG CAFE

JERSEY MIKES

3148 George II Hwy Boiling Spring Lakes 910-477-3188 • bouncinglogcafe.com Good ‘ol southern comfort food and Genuine Swiss cuisine come together. Hot Plates, Angus Burgers and Knopfli-n-Ham (dumplings with ham and smothered in artisan cheeses.) All buns are made fresh, in house. Salads and Kids meals.

CHASER’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL

8520 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-278-1500 Enjoy BBQ sandwiches, wings, fish ‘n’ chips and more at this sports grill.

DUFFER’S PUB AND GRILL

928 Caswell Beach Rd.Oak Island 910-278-9299 www.oakislandgolf.com Located at the scenic Oak Island Golf Club, the grill serves up premier burgers and wraps, as well as entrees from prime rib to salmon.

5130 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 910-477-6261 Subs and sandwiches, fresh salads.

KOA CAFE

302 N Howe St, Southport, 910-363-4206 Gourmet Sandwich Shop & Market With Yummy Goods & Gifts! Soups, Salads & Sandwiches Served Daily!

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 910-845-7700 Kopp’s grill serves up a full breakfast (available for school kids before class starts, too), plus homemade lunches throughout the day.

LITTLE BIT’S GRILL

5902 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 910-278-6430 A classic burger joint, onion rings and other sides. Breakfast is served, pancakes and bacon.

LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

601 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, 910-278-7725 Oceanfront dining and entertainment that is easy on the wallet and hard to forget. Tiki bar, arcade with two pool tables and plenty of seating to host your work, friend or family fun!

LOCAL’S FAMILY DINER

832 N. Howe St., Southport 910-457-0444 www.localsfamilydiner.com With a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.

M LOCO JO’S

602 N. Howe St., Suite E, 910-457-9009 A burger joint with fish sandwiches, pulled pork and shrimp wraps. Offers select Vietnamese dishes, too, with over 60 beer selections.

M MOORE STREET MARKET

130 E. Moore St., Southport, 910-363-4203 Open for breakfast and lunch, specializing in organic and fairtrade coffee as well as gourmet sandwiches crafted with Boar’s Head deli meats.

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

5422 E. Oak Island Dr., 910-278-4005 Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.

910-253-3012

or Fax 910-253-4732 pmurphy@stjames.town www.townofstjamesnc.org

OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

6302 E. Oak Island Dr. , 910-201-9925 Here, flounder is prepared the old f fashioned way. Enjoy breakfast, too.

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OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

5705 E. Oak Island Dr. 910-278-9040 From BLT’s with avocado to Cajun and Reuben sandwiches, & other quality sandwiches.

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

8039 River Rd. SE, Southport 910-454-4004 Shrimp in every style, plus sandwiches; try entrées such as scampi and filet mignon.

THE OFFICE COFFEE & WINE BAR

3280 George II HWY (BSL) Southport NC 910-351-8093 www.theofficecoffeeandwinebar.com We serve Roast Magazine’s 2016 Roaster of the year, Espresso, Coffee Drinks(Hot, Frozen, Iced) Smoothies, Variety of Red/White Wines & Craft Beer. Also Pastries, Trays, Breakfast and Lunch Wraps.

OLD BRIDGE DINER

132 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 910-250-1184 A casual diner featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner, from fluffy omelets to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches.

WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL

4381 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 910-457-9953 www.wildlifegrill.webs.com Serving a full range of items on our menu from breakfast to home cooked meals.

BAJA CALIFORNIA M FLYING FISH CAFE

705 Ocean Dr., Oak Island (at the pier) 910-278-5504 www.theflyingfishcafeoki.com Nestled beside the Oak Island Pier, Flying Fish Cafe offers a panoramic view of the ocean and excellent West Coast cuisine.

BARBECUE M SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

1102 N. Howe St., Southport 910-363-5035 www.southportsmokehouse.com Real wood smoked BBQ and brisket, great side items, and a great family environment.

TERRY’S NC BARBQUE & RIBS

1450 50 Lakes Dr., Southport 910-845-2707 Made-to-order breakfast and lunch grill.

4688 Long Beach Rd. SE, 910-477-9187 Serving up pork and beef brisket sandwiches and plates, and Memphis dry rub ribs, along with baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, and mac ‘n’ cheese.

RUSSELL’S PLACE

M BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE

5700 E. Oak Island Drive 910-278-3070 Serving breakfast and lunch until 2 p.m., Russell’s Place serves up lots of home cooking.

SIDE STREET CAFÉ

5827 E. Oak Island Drive, 910-933-4615 Offering hand pattied burgers, subs, shrimp, wings, hot dogs and more.

TAYLOR CUISINE CAFÉ

731 N. Howe St., Southport 910-454-0088 Bald Head Marina at Deep Point www.taylorcuisinecatering.com Putting its Southern style where guests’ mouths are, this eatery offers “Taylor made” fried string beans, fried green tomatoes, country fried steak and more in two locations.

TROLLY STOP

111 S. Howe St., Southport 910-457-7017 www.trollystophotdogs.com A staple in NC, Trolly Stop is renowned across the nation for its one of a kind hot dogs.

M TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

1671 N. Howe St. #1A, Southport 910-363-4908 www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com Bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal. Our items are made to order with fresh, simple, superior ingredients.

QUIZNO’S SUBS

5130 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-457-4636 www.quiznos.com Serving subs, salads, wraps, soups & pasta.

Chicken, prime rib, black angus, deli subs. Meat and cheeses cut fresh daily. Open every day.

5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 910-201-1001 www.bestbbqonthebeach.com Hormel ribs are slow d in house and meats are offered with a variety of sauces, from Eastern NC vinegar to Lexington-style red.

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 3, 910-457-0988 asiantastesouthportnc.com Takeout traditional Chinese food, with staples such as lo mein, sesame chicken, and General Tso’s.

TASTE OF CHINA

4956 Long Beach Rd., Southport, 457-1838 Serving Cantonese, Szechuan and Hunanstyle Chinese food.

INTERNATIONAL M PORTS OF CALL

116 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-4544 www.portsofcallbistro.com Offering choices that are largely influenced by dishes from across the globe.

Menu items and specials can whisk your palette from Casablanca to Barcelona, Santorini to Mumbai, and from Marseilles to Munich or Charleston. Finish with a fresh baked dessert in the romantic atmosphere.

ITALIAN M BELLA CUCINA

5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 910-454-4540 www.belladiningnc.com Focusing on family Italian recipes, Bella Cucina serves up everything from fine and

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DINING GUIDE fresh local seafood to hand tossed, New York style pizzas. Aside from a decadent wine list, Bella Cucina also offers specialty martinis.

M JOSEPH’S ITALIAN BISTRO

5003 O’Quinn Blvd., Southport, 454-4440 www.josephsitalianbistro.com Armed with decades of experience and “secret” family recipes, Joseph’s Italian Bistro appeals with candlelit dining and fresh Italian continental cuisine.

IRISH SLÁINTE

1513 N. Howe St., Unit 10, Southport 910-457-6554 Offering traditional pub fare with Irish flair, like Guinness chicken wings and mussels cooked in a Smithwicks bouillon. Don’t forget the Reuben or corned beef and cabbage!

JAPANESE TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

4956 Long Beach Rd. SE, 457-9398 Sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, hibachi, tempura and udon noodles all available.

MEXICAN DELPHINA CANTINA

10 Marina Wynd, Bald Head Island 910-457-1222 delphinacantina.webs.com Mexican cuisine with Spanish and Cuban flare, such as Churrasco Cubano and Pescado Especial—both with plantains.

KAI JOE’S

4722 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island Phone: (910) 622-1509 Traditional Mexican dishes and specialties.

SAN FELIPE

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport AND 4961 Long Beach Rd. SE 910-454-0950 Serving authentic dishes, such as fajitas, enchiladas and chalupas, fresh salsa and margaritas; serves traditional Mexican dishes.

PIZZERIAS DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

101 E. Brown St., Southport 457-5994 www.drystreetpubandpizza.com Known for handmade, original pizzas—including Margherita, “very veggie,” and Greek. Also offers salads, soups and gourmet sandwiches.

FAMOUS SUBS AND PIZZA

1541 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-5143 Recognized regionally for outstanding gyros, calzones and pizzas.

PIZZA SHACK

6212 E. Oak Island Dr., • 278-6781 Offering a variety of pies from classic favorites to Greek white and Hawaiian.

THE PEPPERONI GRILL

BURNEY’S BAKERY

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

3156 George II Hwy, Boiling Spring Lakes 845-5151 • www.pepperonigrillnc.com Offering eat in, take out and delivery. As well, offering oven toasted subs and calzones.

808 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4222 Known for their light and flaky filled croissants with a sweet sugar glaze, plus more.

201 N. Howe St., Southport, 457-7611 More than just ice cream, Spike’s offers great hot dogs as well.

PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH

THE CONFECTIONARY

4922 East Oak Island Dr, OKI 910-250-1321 The best ice cream on the beach! Plus made to order cake donuts and fresh hot donuts!

4320 East Beach Drive • 250-1190 www.pepperonigrillnc.com Open 7 days a week year round. Offering eat in, take out as well as delivery.

4346 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 457-9310 Featuring jelly donuts, apple fritters, cupcakes, muffins, peach cobbler, bagels and more.

PIZZA HUT

FLYING PIG COFFEEHOUSE

4960 Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 457-9432 Family-friendly chain known for its made-toorder pizzas. Dine in, Take Out and Delivery.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA

4961 Old Long Beach Rd SE, Southport (910) 454-0757 Take-out/delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, wings & breadsticks, plus desserts.

DOMINO’S (SOUTHPORT)

1671 N Howe St #1b, Southport (910) 457-0083

DOMINO’S (OAK ISLAND)

8610 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island (910) 278-9111 Delivery/carryout chain offering a wide range of pizza, plus chicken & other sides.

THAI FORGET ME NOT THAI HIBACHI RESTAURANT

1131 Atlantic Ave, Southport 910-363-5063 Open for lunch and dinner. Offering over 20 Thai specialties including Pad Thai and Green Curry. Also offers Hibachi steak, chicken and shrimp.

THAI BY THE SEA

8300 E. Oak Island Dr • 278-6420 Brightly decorated, Thai by the Sea offers traditional Thai including dumplings, with a large selections of dishes and spice levels.

THAI PEPPERS

115 E. Moore St., Southport 457-0095 • www.thaipeppersnc.us Serving decadent and creative Oriental food of the finest quality, prepared with care.

A broad range of traditional Thai dishes and sushi are available.

BAKERIES/ COFFEE AHOY DOUGHNUTS

4922 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-6929 • www.ahoydoughnuts.com Fresh yeast raised, filled and cake donuts, apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, monkey muffins, twists and more. Handmade daily, family owned.

BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

7916 E. Oak Island Drive 620-7073 www.facebook.com/Blue.Sea.Cafe.NC Homemade bagels, hot out of the oven each morning & Mom’s baked goods & sweets.

Fresh daily vegetarian specials. 100% organic coffee, full espresso & tea bar, fruit smoothies & chai. WiFi & handmade gifts.

6006 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-5929 www.flyingpig.us Home of the Flying Pig, Green Swamp and Pig Bun; specialty coffee drinks, smoothies, chai, beans, bagels, desserts and conversation. Open year round, wifi, indoor and outdoor seating.

JUMPIN’ JAVA OAK ISLAND

4022 Old Bridge Rd., Southport • 363-4841 We carry a large variety of gluten free/vegan baked goods, as well as homemade coffee cakes and muffins. Delicious and decadent specialty drinks: lattes, mochas, frapps, hot chocolate, Chai teas and more.

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PORT CITY JAVA

113 N. Howe Street, Southport 454-0321 www.portcityjava.com We serve coffees, espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, milkshakes, fresh juices, breakfast and lunch sandwiches and wraps all day. Open year round. Complimentary WiFi. Comfortable inside and outside seating. Coffee catering available.

SIDE STREET BAKERY

417-A N. Howe Street, Southport 363-4629 Locals suggest the cupcakes, lemon bars, key lime pie, and carrot cake.

STAARR CAKES BAKERY

200 Country Club Dr., Suite E, Oak Island 512-8881 www.staarrcakes.com Made from scratch cupcakes, biscuits, and pies using the finest ingredients available. Coffee supplied by an NC roaster.

Delight your palate with extraordinary cuisine

ICE CREAM M DAIRY QUEEN

5701 E. Oak Island Dr.,• 278-5371 Featuring the iconic Blizzards, waffle-bowl sundaes, and more frozen treats. *Call for other nearby locations.

FLAVA’S COFFEE AND ICE CREAM

310 W. Bay St., Southport • 457-5150 Flava’s allows guests the choice between many flavors, including death by chocolate, birthday cake, cookies and cream, and more.

LIL & JOHN’S SWEETMEAT HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

6324 East Oak Island Drive.

Family-owned and operated. Featuring 16 flavors of ultra-premium, homemade ice cream.

We use only dairy from grass-fed North Carolina cows and never add artificial flavors or colors.i

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Locally Owned by Bob & Gia Open for Lunch and Dinner 11:00 am–2:30 pm, 5:00–9:00 pm

DINE IN TAKE OUT

8300 E. Oak Island Drive Oak Island NC 910-278-6420

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MARKETPLACE REAL ESTATE

4214 Cherry Laurel Drive SE Cottages at Mariner’s Pointe – 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath – Make your new home in the Cottages of Mariners Pointe, a lovely tucked away neighborhood off of Long Beach Road. Just minutes to the beautiful beaches of Oak Island, this lovely home features open floor plan, engineered wood floors in living room, dining and kitchen, stainless steel appliances and ample and beautiful cabinets. A bonus room adds extra space for office, rec room, or additional bedroom. You’ll enjoy morning coffee or afternoon refreshments on your screened porch. Backyard is fenced. $228,000 • MLS #100105736 Call Iris Cavin, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 368-1130, to view today!

1218 Wood Lily Circle, Leland Waterford – 3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath – Are you ready to live the resort lifestyle in Leland? Then this fabulous waterfront home in Waterford of the Carolinas is for you. Built in 2004, this wonderfully maintained home will not disappoint.

The open concept, split bedroom floor plan makes one story living so convenient. The owner’s suite boasts a stunning bathroom with tiled shower, Jacuzzi, his/her vanities, and huge closet.

The other two bedrooms are separated by a lovely jack and jill bathroom with double vanity, tiled shower, and water closet. The large bonus room with full tiled bath and closet could be used as a fourth bedroom. Beautiful site finished hardwoods in all living areas, illuminated trey ceilings in dining/breakfast rooms, and crown molding throughout. $339,900 • MLS #100106378 Call Myles Williams, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 619-9655, to view today!

4466 Golf Cottage Drive #1 St. James Plantation – 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath – BACK ON THE MARKET! This townhome is on the ground level with

great views and located right at the Players Club Golf Course. Open floor plan featuring granite countertops, 3 bedrooms, and 3 full baths. Relax in the large screened porch or nice back patio. $309,000 • MLS #100078404 Call Brian Deutsch, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 524-1981.

3681 Willow Lake Drive SE Arbor Creek – 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath – Situated on the quaint cul de sac street of Willow Lake drive, this home is a must see! This beautiful split bedroom plan offers great room with cathedral ceilings, formal dining room, spacious kitchen with breakfast nook & more!

If you enjoy the outdoors, you’ll love the all season room that overlooks the private backyard area. There’s even a bonus room with half bath over the garage for guest suite, craft room or home office. Arbor Creek neighborhood offers clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, fitness center, community garden and storage facilities. With its close proximity to downtown Southport, one can enjoy fine dining, shopping or stroll the waterfront and watch the ships go by. If you are looking for some sun and sand, the Oak Island beaches $318,000 MLS #100106133 Call Sarah Smith, Southport Realty Inc., (910) 443-8000.

3100 Marsh Grove Lane, #3312 The Preserve at Oak Island – 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath – Beautiful condo with an additional room that can be used as an office, sitting area, etc. Wonderful water view from veranda and condo. Laminate flooring throughout the foyer, dining room and living room. Beautiful granite countertops in kitchen and both baths.

Master bedroom has a tray ceiling and private entrance to the veranda where you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the ICW. Beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliances and backsplash. This condo has been very well maintained.

If you are looking for a home near the beach with very little maintenance, this is the place for you. $238,500 MLS #100105734 Call Iris Cavin, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 368-1130, to view today!

160 Genoes Point Road SW Lockwood Folly Country Club, Supply WATERFRONT, private dock, boat lift, BOAT will convey with acceptable offer.

This custom home has full water views from the open living area and a beautiful view of the 16th green to the front of the home. Step into foyer which leads to formal living area with fireplace and built ins, formal dining room with built ins, large chef kitchen with granite and plenty of cupboards opens to breakfast area and cozy TV-den area. Fantastic bar with sink. First floor master bedroom with ensuite bath opens to spectacular Carolina room. First floor oversized media room will have TV/MEDIA SYSTEM, furniture to convey with acceptable offer. MLS#100062730 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

3375 Channelside Drive, Supply WATERFRONT – with panoramic views of the Lockwood Folly River as it opens into the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean. This custom home boasts big water views from the open living and dining areas. Large kitchen, huge master bedroom with ensuite bath. From master there is access to the outside screen porch with built in hot tub and large deck. Upstairs has exercise area with those spectacular views, two guest bedrooms. MLS#10062724 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

1815 Baywater Court, Bolivia WATERFRONT – Winding River Plantation – This magnificent, superbly built, custom waterfront residence is located in the premiere community of Winding River Plantation. Immaculate, move-in ready,apprx. 3700 sf, 4BD/4.5BA greets you with its impressive entrance of double mahogany, leaded glass double doors which lead you into the foyer. Immediately one will notice the spacious, entertaining floor plan that flows to the outdoor living area along the Lockwood Folly and marsh with private boat slip.

MLS#10053972 Call Renee Yost for showing at 910-269-1128

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126 Plantation Passage Drive This 3BR, 3BA golf course home is low maintenance brick and hardiplank with a great, functional layout that lives well.

Front porch leads to open foyer, formal dining room with crown and heritage molding. Beautiful hardwoods throughout the first floor living areas. Kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz counters and a bright breakfast area with double windows. Enjoy sitting on the screen porch or deck and enjoy the yard and watching golfers play through. Two additional guest bedrooms downstairs.

Upstairs bonus room with full bath could be used for guest suite or media room MLS#100096869 Call Renee Yost 910-269-1128 to preview

699 Augustine Drive SW, Supply Lot has in place PIER,DOCK,BULKHEAD on two sides and BOAT LIFT. Build your dream home in the beautiful Coastal development of Seascape with its winding streets and great Southern homes.

This lot is located at the end of quiet cul de sac with apprx 100 ft waterfront it affords excellent views along the ICW on to the Ocean.Community amenities to include Marina, dock house, boat launch, picnic area, boat/RV storage, clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, Fitness Center. MLS 100091973 Call Renee Yost 910-269-1128 to preview.

6341 East Mallard Duck Lane Almost ½ acre in Southport — Unlimited possibilities on this fixer-upper in a welcoming neighborhood with sweeping views. Close to shops and beaches. Being sold below tax value – don’t miss this prime opportunity! Listed at $205,900 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Piotr Kulis at 910-524-0033

4091 Lark Bunting Court, Southport St. James – Best price around for this 3 BR, 2 BA home at the end of a cul-de-sac in the friendly Sanderling neighborhood. Enjoy the open concept living

with high ceilings, formal dining room with beautiful trims; split bedrooms floor plan and a room above the garage.

Serene and shaded screened porch overlooking a private backyard. Listed at $244,900 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Tina Karimi 815-540-1401

504 Periwinkle Way, Caswell Beach The Arboretum – This wonderful spacious home is a true find and a must see... Large beautiful private backyard, and best of all it is a very short walk to the beach! Community indoor pool, hot tub, basketball & tennis court, also a Kayak launch along with a clubhouse for residents enjoyment. Listed at $349,900 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Pat Proctor 910-523-0087

306 E Dolphin Drive, Oak Island Beach Cottage – 4BR/2BA with upper & lower level living rooms! Seller has extensively remodeled and updated lower level of this cottage to include: new vinyl windows & doors, waterproof laminate flooring throughout, new electrical & plumbing, a new wetbar and more.

The ground level has large living room, bedroom, full bath and covered porch!

Upper level has 3 BR’s, full bath, kitchen & a dining area leading onto the fabulous Oceanside screen porch. Listed at $329,000 with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS Call Brooke Rudd-Gaglie 910-512-1361

105 N. Lord Street, Southport Historic Southport location and superior quality new construction. This 3 BR, 3 1/2 BA home is just steps to the Cape Fear River and all the great restaurants, quaint shops and galleries that make Southport for wonderful! Offered at $775,000. MLS# 100090901. Give Kay Jolliff a call today at 910-523-0624

118 Stuart Avenue, Southport, NC Spacious home sweet home in great Southport location features a huge living area with fireplace that opens to renovated kitchen. There is also an additional living area currently being used as a living room that would make a great office or flex space. $279,000 • MLS# 100090836 Give Kay Jolliff a call 910-523-0624

417 Cades Trail, Southport, NC This gorgeous home looks like it’s from the pages of a Southern Living magazine! The home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and is close to everything in Southport, Quality finishes and attention to detail can be found throughout.

Begin your tour on the welcoming wrap around front porch with lead glass front door that leads into airy living room with natural gas fireplace. First floor master bedroom retreat w/ tiger wood flooring and tray ceiling. $384,500 • MLS# 100043371 Give Kay Jolliff a call 910-523-0624

4934 N Hampton Drive SE, Southport This adorable home features a large living room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling, a master suite plus 2 guest rooms and 2 full baths. $154,000 • MLS# 100075503 Give Kay a call 910-523-0624

711 E Leonard Street, Southport This spacious one level home in Southport is located on a nearly half acre pretty wooded lot just minutes to the waterfront. Three bedrooms, 2 baths, living area with wood burning fireplace, kitchen with breaksfast area plus formal dining room. $199,900 • MLS# 100086108 Give Kay a call 910-523-0624

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SPOTTINGS

Carillon Assisted Living of Southport hosted March’s Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce Coffee with the Girls. The speaker was Kathryn Lawler, Hypnosis by Professionals. The topic was Psycho-Geometrics. Dr. Lawler also discussed how to work with different personality types. “Psycho-Geometics is based on the book by Susan Dellinger, PhD, Prentice Hall, 1989. In which, Dellinger suggests that we tend to be attracted to certain shapes and forms because of our personalities, attitudes, education and experiences.”

Coffee with the Girls provides an extra support system for women in business. This network of women meet every month discuss not only women related business issues but share helpful information and tips. Business owners not a member of the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce are invited to attend one meeting before your membership in the Chamber would be required. The next Coffee with the Girls on Tuesday, April 17th at 8:00am in Southport Cheese Shoppe, 417 N. Howe Street, Southport. If you would like more information about Coffee with the Girls, please contact Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce910.457.6964 or email at events@southport-oakisland.com.

Cindy Killian participated in the Blessing of the Fleet organized by Cape Fear Yacht Club to kick off the yacht racing season and to ensure each boat was blessed. This is an annual event and motor boats and sail boats both attended the water procession.

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Norm Brown enjoying the First Annual Charity Marine Flea Market, hosted by Southport Yacht Club.

Eldrina Easterly of Oak Island was the lucky winner of our February jewelry giveaway. Congratulations, Eldrina!

Renee’s Fine Jewelry - Be sure to check out our nature and sea-inspired beautiful collection of Kovel and LeStage convertible bracelets. Also, while visiting the store please be sure to register for our monthly free jewelry give away. This month’s piece is a sterling silver Southport pendant with sterling silver chain.

Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00-5:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you soon at Renee’s Fine Jewelry, 602 North Howe Street, Southport, NC.

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