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Photographer Michael Escobar captures the mood perfectly as Zach and Kim Sirkin are swept up in a moment of joy on their wedding day, 10/4/15. Read their love story and the love stories of our other two couples on pages 6-11.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE COVER STORY: A LOVE STORY

LESLIE FOSTER Writer

REBECCA JONES Writer

LISA P. STITES Writer

EMILY KLINEFELTER Writer

JEFFREY STITES Writer

LESLIE RESCHLY, BSN,RN Writer

Zach & Kim.......................................... 6-7 Derek & Emily...................................... 8-9 Bill & Debe.................................... 10-11 CURRENTS Do You Have a Hidden Tresure?..13

HEALTH Date Night...................................41

SHOWCASE Vance Gilbert...............................15

SCENE Top 10..................................... 46-47

BIZ Q & A Seaside Wedding Connection.....21

DINING GUIDE What’s for Dinner?.................. 43-45

SAVOR

CALENDAR Local Events............................ 52-53

Joseph’s Italian Bistro......................25 CHEERS Love Potions.................................27

MARKETPLACE Real Estate Listings......................54

HOMESTYLE Elegance and Warmth............. 31-37

KATHLEEN McGOWAN Writer

NEILL CALDWELL Writer

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Philip and Jennifer Barnett

I remember as a kid, decorating paper bags with hearts and doilies so that my classmates could put in little cards, expressing different sentiments of friendship, during school. Those little cards were called Valentines. As we got older we would send candy and flowers to each other during class to make a bigger statement. The most popular girls in school were the ones

walking around with huge bouquets of flowers. I was always jealous because they had a Valentine. Then years later, I had a boyfriend and I became a Valentine! What is a Valentine exactly? It is a very versatile word; you can be one, give one, and send one.

Despite it’s violent history, when we hear the word Valentine we think cupids, hearts, flowers, red and pink, wine and roses; love. The word Valentine is as subjective as the word Love.

We asked our readers, what is love?

We received many different answers.

You can see them scattered throughout the pages of this issue. All of them have one common theme- sacrifice; a willingness to give up your time, your space, your comfort, even your belongings for the sake of someone else. Whether this someone is a loved one, neighbor, friend or even a complete stranger on the opposite side of the world! It’s no wonder everyone wants to hear those three words – Be my Valentine!

I think it is safe to assume that the couples we have spotlighted in this month’s issue are done searching for

their Valentine. We are so fortunate to share their stories with you this month.

I hope you will see that although their journeys have them on different paths, they all share a common theme, Love.

Whether they have been married 4 or 40 years they serve as great examples of patience and sacrifice.

We also want to thank the readers who sent in their love stories. It is inspiring to hear them and an honor to share them. Thank you for showing us that Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be limited to just one day. Keep sharing the love!

In closing I just want to share one of my favorite quotes about love – “It’s impossible,” said pride. “It’s risky,” said experience. “It’s pointless,” said reason. “Give it a try,” whispered the heart. - William Arthur Ward

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NAME OF COUPLE: Zach & Kim Sirkin DATE OF WEDDING: October 4, 2015 WEDDING BUDGET: $12000 NUMBER OF GUESTS: 125 WEDDING VENUE: Ocean View United

Methodist Church

RECEPTION VENUE: 801 Ocean CATERER: The Confectionary - Bobbie

Blackmon

CAKE PROVIDED BY: The Confectionary - Bobbie Blackmon We just did the cake topper cake for cutting and had an AMAZING dessert table WEDDING PLANNER: Seaside

Wedding Connections Wendy Hilliard and Nicole Finley

FLORIST: DIY Bride and Bride’s Sister, Catherine Robbins

PHOTOGRAPHER: Michael Escobar of Matt McGraw Photography BRIDAL PORTRAIT: (Kim in Light photo)

taken at Tryon Palace in New Bern by Bride’s Father-in-Law, Scott Sirkin

RENTALS: Seaside Wedding Connections - Wendy and Nicole MUSIC: DJ- Matt Hayes MAKE UP ARTIST: Coastal Roots

Salon - Keri Crouch and Olivia Hood

HONEYMOON: San Rafael Hotel in Antigua, Guatemala (Zach’s Uncle gifted us a two week stay at his gorgeous hotel.

It was the most amazing and beautiful place) FIRST DANCE SONG: Let it be Me by Ray LaMontang

Zach & Kim:NEWLYWEDS HOW & WHEN DID YOU MEET?

KIM: Our mutual friend, Ashley Baxter, had a “Bon Voyage PPD” soiree. I overheard Zach filling “Papa Baxter” in on the details of his recent cross county dirt bike trip and was very intrigued. I mean, what kind of person drops everything and rides a dirt bike 4,600 miles across the country?! Thanks to Zach’s sister, Lizzy, who heard through the grapevine that we’d met, Zach was easily convinced that a first date was in order. Two days later, we started to get to know one another over two of our favorite things- pizza and craft beer!

ZACH: We met on November 7th, 2012.

A mutual friend was having a company farewell party at Satellite Bar and Lounge in Wilmington. I had just gotten back from a 45 day cross-country dirt bike trip (Trans-American Trail) and apparently Kim wanted to meet this “exciting, outdoorsy, totally tan guy”. It apparently takes 45 constant days of sun for me to tan, but she

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learned that the hard way! We talked to each other for at least an hour, quickly ignoring most of our friends in the building.

together, it was her incredible compassion for others and completely ridiculous love for me (who could blame her).

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT?

SAME RELIGIOUS BELIEFS?

KIM: Of course! Who wouldn’t fall in love with an adventurous; thrill seeking, cross-country traveling dirt biker?

ZACH: I’m not sure either of us was looking for ‘love at first sight’ at the time, but we both could tell that there was need for a first date before the clock struck 12.

FAVORITE THING ABOUT EACH OTHER?

KIM: From the moment we met, I have loved his laugh and genuine smile. He has the biggest heart of anyone I’ve ever known and he makes me want to be a better person everyday. He is constantly teaching me how to “not sweat the small stuff”.

ZACH: At first it was her eyes that drew me in and kept me staring, but as we grew

KIM: Yes, we both attended Port City Community Church in Wilmington and are now attending Hope Community Church in Raleigh.

ZACH: We both attended Port City Community Church long before knowing each other...lord knows how many times we walked past each other!!

WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?

KIM: Brunswick County born and raised!

I lived on Oak Island as a small child and then moved “out to the country” to Bolivia, when I was eight.

ZACH: I have spent most of my life in New Bern, NC. I would consider our old house that overlooked the Neuse River as the place a truly grew up.

A LOVE STORY: ZACH & KIM SIRKIN

FIRST MARRIAGE?

KIM: Yep! ZACH: First and Only!

KIDS? (DO YOU WANT THEM OR DID YOU ALREADY HAVE THEM?)

KIM: We have talked about having kids and maybe even adopting, but not for several more years. For now, we have three furry kids; Jonah, Jenny, and Daisy ZACH: We both love kids, and maybe one day will make a real decision on the topic, but for now 3 drooling dogs are enough!

BEST PART OF BEING MARRIED?

KIM: Not having to take out the trash! But seriously, even better than that, is having someone to make dinner with, binge Netflix next to on the couch, and travel the world by my side.

ZACH: I would have to say that the best part is learning from each other to become a better person. We call each other out when we slip up and it’s a reality check people need. It’s like having a mirror in front of yourself everyday and the person reflects back to you the good, bad and the ugly. It makes you strive to be a better person out of the love you have and want to reflect to one another. Now that I think about it, I like my first answer more.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE MARRIAGE?

KIM: In our first two months of marriage, we bought and moved into a new house, spent two weeks in Guatemala, and then spent five days in the UNC Burn Unit after Zach had an accident. To say life was somewhat stressful at times is a total understatement. Learning how to deal with situations that were very hard- togetherwas lesson we had to learn right away.

ZACH: When we DO call each other out, knowing to not be too abrasive is important. The biggest challenge is, same as I feel with most people, being respectful of each other’s ideas, wants, and needs.

WORDS OF ADVICE FOR MARRIED COUPLES?

KIM: Practice selflessness for each other.

Put each other first, even when you don’t

feel like it. Never forget the reasons you fell in love with one another. ALWAYS, kiss each other goodbye in the morning and hello in the afternoon!

ZACH: My advice to others would be the same thing I am always working on: Stop interrupting each other and just listen to your spouse.

WHAT MADE YOU FALL IN LOVE?

KIM: When we first started dating, we saw a gentleman in a parking lot that couldn’t get his motorcycle to crank. Zach took the time to help this total stranger, solely out of the goodness of his heart. Right then, I knew he was the one for me.

ZACH: My wife is an incredible woman.

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NAME OF COUPLE: Derek & Emily

Klinefelter

DATE OF WEDDING: November 11,

2011

WEDDING BUDGET: $2000.00 NUMBER OF GUEST: 40 WEDDING VENUE:

Fort Fisher Beach off of the Rec Center

RECEPTION VENUE: Hugh McRae Park

Pavilion 5

CATERER: Anne Apparu-Hall (NY City

Chef) with help from the Willie Family

CAKE: No Bake Chocolate WEDDING PLANNER: Emily Klinefelter FLORIST: Costco & this cute little floral shop in Carolina Beach

PHOTOGRAPHER: Anne Apparu-Hall &

Jodi Willie

VIDEOGRAPHER: Jack & Marilyn Klinefelter

RENTALS: L & L Rentals MUSIC: iPhone MAKE UP ARTIST: Jen Barnett HONEYMOON: TBD FIRST DANCE SONG: Mixture (different songs- kind of similar to the evolution of dance)

Derek & Emily:4 Years + HOW DID YOU MEET?

EMILY: Derek and I met through a mutual friend, Hannah Absenger.

DEREK: We met through a mutual friend Hannah Absenger, who told me that I should talk to Emily because she is a really cool chick and Hannah thought we would get along really well.

WHEN DID YOU MEET?

EMILY:We met online in November of 2009 we met in person January 2010 DEREK:January 5th 2010

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT?

EMILY: No! Ha. DEREK: I think we definitely felt a connection, but we weren’t really in love until we lived in New Jersey

FAVORITE THING ABOUT EACH OTHER?

EMILY: His heart. He is a very loving man, amazing father, and very compassionate toward others.

DEREK: She is more driven than anybody I have ever met; I am both jealous and envious of that characteristic.

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SAME RELIGIOUS BELIEFS?

EMILY: Yes, we both live for Jesus Christ DEREK: Yes, we are both Christians and strive to glorify God with our marriage.

WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?

EMILY:I grew up all over the East due to my parents’ jobs. I was born in New Jersey, moved to Pennsylvania, Indiana, Michigan, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, North Carolina- then I went out west (Washington State and California) till meeting Derek in Indiana and moving to New Jersey then here to North Carolina. My short answer is- Georgia: its where my alma mater is.

DEREK: I grew up in a small town called Warsaw.

FIRST MARRIAGE?

EMILY: Yes DEREK: Yes this is our First

KIDS? (DO YOU WANT THEM OR DID YOU ALREADY HAVE THEM?)

EMILY: We have 2 boys: Lyric 5 and Jude 3. We are talking about having one more (going for the girl) or fostering.

DEREK: We have 2 and are talking about a 3rd

BEST PART OF BEING MARRIED?

EMILY: Having someone to share moments with. Good and bad, but especially the good. For example, when you lose your grip on something in the kitchen and it falls out of your hand but you do a kick, twist, scream, knock and you catch it and regain balance- being able to look up and saying “Woah, did you see that?!” and having your best friend/husband say “YES! That.

Was. AWESOME!” or when your first born walks for the first time. It’s cool to be able to experience and share moments with.

DEREK: Spending every night with my best friend.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE OF BEING MARRIED?

EMILY: Living selflessly and with the other in mind in all aspects of life or rather trying to DEREK: Agreeing on dinner plans

WORDS OF ADVICE FOR MARRIED COUPLES?

EMILY: Recognize and accept the fact that you are not going to love your spouse all the time. That’s a common misconception. In fact, there are going to be times

A LOVE STORY: DEREK & EMILY KLINEFELTER

when you really dislike your significant other. There are seasons in marriage. Be quick and sincere in your forgiveness, let go of your need to prove points, and remember you got married for a reason and remember all seasons come to an end.

DEREK: Talk about everything always, and make decisions together not alone.

WHAT MADE YOU FALL IN LOVE WITH YOUR SPOUSE?

EMILY: Well… He is a total stud. I fell in love with how he lives life. When I think about how to describe his approach to life I think about the quote (referring to how we can learn from dogs, ha) “When someone you love walks through the door, even if it happens five times a day, you should go totally insane with joy.”- David Dudley.

That’s Derek with every little thing: food, music, nature, people, etc.

DEREK: Aside from all the cheesy things like: she’s beautiful, funny, and smart. I fell in love with her, because she never stops making things happen, because she is the most interesting person I’ve ever met, and she drives me to be a better man.

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NAME OF COUPLE: Bill and Debe

McCartney

DATE OF WEDDING: June 27, 1970 WEDDING BUDGET: About $900.00, Made my wedding gown for $25.00 in Home Economics class.

NUMBER OF GUESTS: 80 WEDDING VENUE: Shiloh Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Dover, PA RECEPTION VENUE: Reception Hall at

the church

CATERER: Family and church members CAKE PROVIDED BY: Super Thrift Grocery Store where I worked, small 3 tier, and sheet cakes made by church and family.

WEDDING PLANNER: Ourselves FLORIST: Dover Florists in Dover, PA PHOTOGRAPHER: Frank E. King, who is

still in business

MUSIC: Church organist and Miss York County, a classmate sang during the wedding MAKE UP ARTIST: me, myself and I, had my hair done up

HONEYMOON:

Cove Haven in the Poconos for honeymooners

FIRST DANCE SONG:

“We’ve Only Just Begun”, by the Carpenters

Bill & Debe:30 Years +

HOW & WHEN DID YOU MEET?

DEBE: I moved into Bill’s neighborhood when I was in 7th grade, and Bill hung out with my cousin, so I would see him a lot, and he was our paperboy.

BILL: During the time we were in Junior High School Debe’s family and her cousin’s family moved into our neighborhood.

I delivered the daily newspaper so I would see her occasionally. Within a year Debe’s family moved about ten miles away. We kept in touch thru high school because her cousin and I were good buddies.

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT?

DEBE: No, we were friends for years; he graduated high school and went away to electronics school. When he was finished with school in Philadelphia and was fired

by IBM in Fishkill, NY, he started hanging with my cousin again and we started dating when I was in 11th grade, and engaged Dec of 1969.

BILL: Not love at first sight but we did become friends during our high school years.

We started dating after I graduated from a technical school and got a good job. We fell in love after a few dates.

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FAVORITE THING ABOUT EACH OTHER?

DEBE: I love two things about him, his kindness and gentleness. He genuinely cares about people; I will never feel this much love from one person again.

BILL: Positive outlook, organized, energetic

SAME RELIGIOUS BELIEFS? DEBE: Yes, the belief in God BILL: Yes

WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?

DEBE: Rochester, NY then really grew up in York, PA BILL: I grew up around York, PA

FIRST MARRIAGE?

DEBE: Yes, first and last BILL: Yes first marriage for both of us.

KIDS? (DO YOU WANT THEM OR DID YOU ALREADY HAVE THEM?)

DEBE: We have two daughters and 4 grandkids.

BILL: We have two wonderful daughters and four grandchildren.

BEST PART OF BEING MARRIED?

DEBE: To share all the memories of our life together, being good or bad memories.

They are our memories and have made us who we are together.

BILL: Sharing our lives with each other.

Being together at the end of the day.

BIGGEST CHALLENGE OF BEING MARRIED?

DEBE: Raising Children, but the grandkids are our reward for our efforts.

BILL: Falling into a dull routine.

WORDS OF ADVICE FOR MARRIED COUPLES?

DEBE: Never go to bed angry at each other, talk things out, so you know where each of you stands on an issue, thus, no misunderstandings. We go to sleep holding hands every night.

Be polite to each other. Say “I love you” many times a day.

BILL: Never shout or call each other derogatory names. Stop and listen to what your spouse is saying. Marriage is not a 50-50 proposition. Sometimes each person has to give up 100 per cent.

WHAT MADE YOU FALL IN LOVE?

DEBE: Bill was there for me when I needed a friend, but I did not really know what LOVE was, until Bill & I were married for a few months. He and his loving family showed me the extent of love between people. We grew together as our marriage went on and I could not imagine my life without him. I believe I fell in love with his endless gift of love to me.

A LOVE STORY: BILL & DEBE McCARTNEY

BILL: After being friends for years and several dates we were driving around on a Saturday afternoon in July. We stopped at a fruit stand and got some cherries. Down the road was a farmer’s field so we parked under some shade trees. While sitting on the hood of the car eating the cherries I knew she was the one I wanted to marry.

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SHOWCASE

Vance Gilbert

Vance Gilbert will appear as the second in Listen Up Brunswick County’s 2016 concert line-up on Saturday, February 20 at 7:00 pm at in the Virginia Williamson Events Center at Brunswick Community College’s Odell Williamson Auditorium.

Listen Up director Jeannie Dufour says you never know what you’ll see when Gilbert shows up. “He may be sporting dreadlocks, an Afro, a shaved head or the prim and proper look. Each show is full of offthe-cuff Vance-isms,” she said.

Dufour says she and Listen Up have a long history with Gilbert. “Vance got us started with our live, small, intimate, singer-songwriters in concert. He was our first experience when our little library back in Connecticut starting their concert series in 2006. We have been hooked ever since,” she said.

As a teacher in Boston in the early 1990s, Gilbert began playing open mike nights at local coffee houses. His reputation spread and he was asked to open for folk artist Shawn Colvin on his national tour. Since then, Gilbert has released eight albums, including his most recent set of jazz standards, “Nearness Of You.” Researching this article, I found the advantages to living in the age of YouTube.

While listening to bits of Gilbert’s music makes it clear this is an artist who is a wonderful musician with an impressive command of both his guitar and his own tenor voice, that only demonstrates a piece of his appeal. Videos of Gilbert’s live shows tell the rest of the story. He interacts with his audiences like a stand-up comic in a small venue. The introductions to his songs can be as long, and just as entertaining, as the songs themselves. I’m not sure Gilbert’s style would hold up in an arena, but his act is custom made for a room like the Virginia Williamson Events Center.

This will be Listen Up Brunswick County’s second show in the Events Center. The first, a sell-out performance by The Ken-

nedy’s in January, was a huge success according to Dufour. “The venue was great.

Mike (Sapp, manager of Odell Williamson Auditorium) and staff have everything under control; they are a well-oiled machine. Mike is certainly helping Listen Up Brunswick County grow, “ she said. “We received a lot of positive feedback about the room and look forward to our next three concerts there. The sound was perfect. Mike is so willing to do whatever he can to make our shows a success.”

That success is aimed at helping the community. All profits from Listen Up Brunswick County shows are donated back to a local charity. This year, the beneficiary of Listen Up’s shows is the New Hope Clinic, a provider of a wide range of medical services to Brunswick County’s un- and under-insured population.

“We have to wait until the end of the season to determine our donation to New Hope. Fingers crossed, our remaining shows will be as successful as the Kennedys, which will enable us to make a generous donation,” said Dufour.

Tickets for Vance Gilbert are $20 and available at the door and online at listenupbrunswickcounty.com. All Listen Up Brunswick County shows are all ages affairs.

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ance Gilbert’s upcoming visit to Brunswick County is in support of his just-released album of sublime jazz standards, but don’t think that that alone tells you who he is or what to expect. The man has opened for George Carlin as well. Gilbert is a coffee house folk act rooted in a love of jazz with the witty banter of a stand-up comic. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram describes him as possessing “the voice of an angel, the wit of a devil and the guitar playing of a god.”

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A. Both— we’ve actually worked with couples that never set foot here until their wedding day. We work with them via phone, email and skype. They leave it all up to us. Yes, this makes us nervous, but I’m happy to report that every couple has been thrilled. We’ve also had brides that had a very distinct vision and would take the lead in the look and décor. We love being whatever we need to be.

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Q. DO YOU HAVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH VENDORS OUTSIDE THE SOUTHPORT AREA?

A. Well... Hurricanes are a real thing around here :) In this area, you really need to be prepared for bad weather.

—But, the most challenging wedding was at the Amuzu Theater in Southport. The owner’s daughter’s dream was to have her wedding in the family owned theater. We had to completely gut it, remove theater chairs, props etc. We then brought in everything! Tables, Chairs, Lighting, Arbors— The week of the wedding we realized that we honestly did not have enough room for all the guests that had RSVP’d. We reworked the set up many times and then realized we could put the bridal party on the stage and even had guests in the balcony. The end result was perfect!! Magical!!!

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hen “everything matters” this mother-daughter team has both the experience, talent and desire to make a couple’s wedding day dreams a reality. Since 2009 Wendy and Nicole (right) have blended their skills to create one-of-a- kind weddings for countless couples. Their Southport based business (think destination wedding!) provides a beautiful backdrop for every couple on any budget.

Q. WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO BE A WEDDING PLANNER? A. The job found me. I was a wedding photographer for years and more and more destination brides were asking me for vendor referrals, etc. As a photographer I got a behind the scenes look and became very aware that without a planner, it can be very difficult for a bride to enjoy her day. The decision to make the big leap to off planning services as well as photography came after my daughters Wedding in 2009. I was ready. Things grew so fast and I quickly realized I was in over my head. Thankfully, my daughter, Nicole Finley, relocated back to Southport and became my business partner.

Q. WHAT KIND OF PLANNING DO YOU PROVIDE? LOGISTICAL, DESIGN? A. Seaside Wedding Connection is able to help with as much or as little is needed. With most of our brides being from out of town, we usually are very involved with every detail. They count on us to be their hands and feet. We start with an overview of the big day, break it down and start crossing off the list.

Logistics and design are equally important.

Logistically our goal is create an effortless flow throughout the day for both the couple and the guests. Designing each wedding is easily one of our favorite aspects of the job.

We love the process of bringing the bride’s vision to life. We have found that being hands on is very helpful. We will bring in linen, dinnerware and décor items for the client to play with and create an actual table scape. It is a wonderful collaboration.

Q. WHAT KIND OF PLANNING DO YOU PROVIDE? LOGISTICAL, DESIGN?

A. Seaside Wedding Connection is able to help with as much or as little is needed.

With most of our brides being from out of town, we usually are very involved with every detail. They count on us to be their hands and feet. We start with an overview of the big day, break it down and start crossing off the list. Logistics and design are equally important. Logistically our goal is create an effortless flow throughout the day for both the couple and the guests. Designing each wedding is easily one of our favorite aspects of the job. We love the process of bringing the bride’s vision to life. We have found that being hands on is very helpful. We will bring in linen, dinnerware and décor items for the client to play with and create an actual table scape. It is a wonderful collaboration.

Q. HOW MANY WEDDING CLIENTS DO YOU WORK WITH SIMULTANEOUSLY? A. Excellent question – we have to be very careful not to over commit. Each wedding deserves our best! It is rare that we will have more than one wedding per week.

Our average during our busy season is 3 per month and we will probably help 30 couples say “I do” this year. I am so thankful for Nicole and her systems she has put into place. We are able to guarantee that nothing slips through the cracks and that every part of the planning process is stress free.

Q.DO YOU OFFER DIFFERENT PACKAGE OPTIONS OR IS EVERYTHING CUSTOMIZED? A. Yes and Yes— We have standard packages, Full Planning, Day of Planning as well as a’la carte options. Having said that, all of our weddings are customized. We strive to make sure every wedding is as unique as every couple.

Q. ITS THE DAY OF THE WEDDING! DESCRIBE YOUR ROLE. A. We are up very early— Our U-haul is already loaded and we have our staff up to speed. We arrive on site and start set up. It’s such an army and everyone knows their role. We are there as other vendors arrive and usually field hundreds of questions. We have to make sure all the puzzle pieces fit. We make sure all parties are following the time line. (Especially the groom and his groomsmen). We have our bridal ER kit stocked and ready and it ALWAYS comes in handy. Our goal is to have the set up complete in time for the bride to do a walk through and see her vision come to life. We always have to plan a time to change clothes as the day of is very labor intensive and we want to look nice for the

A. We do— Often, a bride will have a preferred vendor outside of our area. We strive to work with local vendors as we have developed a team approach and work great together. We know and work with numerous vendors and are able to make sure the bride gets the best for her day.

A. Oh My Goodness— YES!! We have to be so prepared, so ready, take responsibility and then roll with it. It’s not “if” something unexpected happens, it is “when” something unexpected happens. To do this job, you have to love what you do and keep a sense of humor.

Q. WHAT ARE THE QUALITIES THAT MAKE A GREAT WEDDING PLANNER?

A. I think answering this question will explain why Nicole and I are such a good team. It takes both of us, with different skills and talents to provide 100% of what is needed. I am the one the big picture person, encourager, positive attitude, net worker and photographer Nicole is the budget, logistics, staffing, efficiency expert, cool head. We both are focused on the bride and groom and will never forget that we get to be a part of the most important day of their lives. Everything matters!.

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Crazy Little Thing Called Love Local Love Stories from our wonderful Southport Magazine readers ▼

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My husband and I were so addicted to Southport, we were coming almost every two weeks to stay at Lois Jane’s. In April 2014, Kevin proposed on the top porch of the inn at sunset. The very next weekend we came down and bought a house in Bonnet’s Creek. We rushed back to Raleigh to sell our house, and we’ve been happily living in Southport ever since. Our wedding was September 27, 2015, the night of the blood moon and a monsoon rain. We were married at the community building with my children, grandchildren and parents there. No small feat to get everyone together from out of town. We invited our closest local friends and a few Raleigh friends. Our good friends, The Dennis Walton Band, accompanied

by Ronnie Weinstein on piano, played at our reception. Dear friend, Rev, sang us down the impromptu aisle, since 10 minutes before the ceremony the sky fell out and only got worse. Everyone told me “Rain on your wedding day is lucky!”, so instead of a meltdown, I told everyone to be seated and made the corner overlooking the water our altar. Local officiant Jim Brown made our ceremony short, but sweet.

Kevin’s sister, a missionary in Portugal, had made a special trip over to give a lovely blessing during the ceremony.

Our wedding was also extra special because my oldest son, Kent, proposed to his long time girlfriend, Shilo, during my bouquet toss. My idea! He’d been wracking his brain how to surprise her, which wasn’t easy since she knew he’d had the ring they’d designed for months. I thought it was the perfect occasion since all the family was gathered in one spot, and she’d never suspect. When she caught the bouquet (direct aim), Kent dropped to one knee and said “That’s the last time you have to catch the bouquet!”

She’d caught it at the last three weddings they’d attended. Everyone at the wedding loved seeing them get engaged, and it made my wedding extra meaningful. Maybe rain on your wedding day really is lucky!

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t Joseph’s Italian Bistro the menu matches the breathtaking views of the harbor. It is the baby of husband and wife team, Joe and Debra Borsuk.

While this is Joe and Deb’s first restaurant together, they in their own rights are no strangers to the restaurant biz. Joe has been working in restaurants since he was eleven, from washing dishes to being a busboy; waiter- bartender- kitchen manager- all of it. He started in his Aunt and Uncle’s Italian Restaurant A’Zarro’s in California, worked at The Krebs in Skaneateles, NY, The Bridge Tender in Wilmington before being invited to help develop the new restaurant, Fish Factory, in the then relatively new development on the mainland side of the Oak Island Bridge, South Harbor. Restaurants- “its all Joe’s ever known,” confides Deb. Her restaurant background came later after leaving a corporate career and Raleigh, with the opening of the Village Market and Deli in South Harbor. By this time in the early 2000’s the couple had joined talents and gone from dating to marriage and dreaming of an Italian restaurant, to creating one: Joseph’s Italian Bistro- opening September 18, 2003. They’ve been busy ever since with their family. Together they have five kids and five grandkids. They have been

busy building Joseph’s Italian Bistro’s stellar reputation.

“Consistency” is key, emphasizes Deb, “ we get repeat customers that order the same thing every time. We strive to deliver that dish so that it’s as good as it was the first time.”

“The menu itself is the original menu since day one. We’ve added a few like the mussels and Mama Rosa’s meatballs.

Joe’s Mom’s recipe taught to her by her mother”, says Deb, “and we run specials.

We are creating something that is consistent, time and time again. Bringing people back. We never want people to bring their guests and feel as if a dish isn’t the same.”

Some of the dishes that Joseph’s is known for are the pan seared grouper in a lemon buerre blanc and the soft shell crab lasagna, or the Shrimp Scampi “Joseph’s Style” sautéed in fresh garlic, shallots and herbs with a light “sherry” wine sauce served over linguine. In addition to the popular Seafood dishes Joseph’s offers pastas, like the Linguine Ala Carbonara.

It is a classic sauce that combines the flavors of smoked bacon, onions, Parmesan

cheese and cracked black pepper; as well as chicken, steaks, rack of lamb and veal, like the Veal Picatta; veal sautéed, served with a lemon caper sauce and a side of linguine marinara.

“Joe comes in everyday and prepares the sauces”, says Deb, emphasizing again the importance of consistency. “They are Joe’s recipes. They are the foundation for the meals. The marinara, the Alfredo, the clam sauce and veal stock for the bases [are all prepared the same way every time].”

Consistency also has been a theme with the staff at Joseph’s. Bobby Wright, Head Line Cook was actually with Deb at The Village Market and Deli. Sous Chef Ryan Johnson and Manager Chris Major have been with Joseph’s for years. “We couldn’t do it without them,” stresses Deb, “they are like family.” And it does feel like a family affair, “all of our kids have worked here at some point or another,” says Deb. Joe and Deb’s youngest son, Trey, is attending culinary school, and finds his way back to the Joseph’s kitchen when in town.

Deb relies heavily on the wait staff, as well. Many of them have worked at Joseph’s for years. “We want the servers to be able to know what goes well with what

and to feel confidant in their recommendations,” says Deb, giving an example, “what would go better with a particular dish- a Cabernet or Chianti?”

And the wine list is extensive with Italian wines and Californian wines, “We try and carry small vineyard wines, wines that are not mass produced”, says Deb, “We do wine pairing dinners by reservations.

We create a menu paired with wines.” The wine paring dinners include four courses; appetizer, salad, entree and dessert, paired with four different wines.

The restaurant is more spacious than its outside appearance. There are two private rooms that hold eight to twelve guests that can be held by reservations for larger parties or specialty events. These are the rooms where the wine pairings are hosted.

The fully stocked bar has seating and high tables that look out over the harbor. The dining area boasts more views of the inter-coastal waterway. The outdoor area has recently been enclosed for comfortable outdoor seating year round with neutral colors and rustic warm wood, highlighted by soft sparkling lights. Joe and Deb have created in Joseph’s a consistent pairing that, like good food and good wine, is both cozy and elegant.

Joseph’s Italian Bistro www.josephsitalianbistro.com 5003 O’ Quinn Boulevard Southport, NC 28461 910-454-4440

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Let The One Who Drinks This Wine, Shower me with love divine…

BY: JENNIFER BARNETT

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hen someone says love potion many images come to mind; bubbles shaped like hearts floating around the spinning head of a seemingly drunk person, swooning and pie eyed over someone they don’t really know.

It’s a little hard to swallow and uncomfortable. In fact, any notion of ingesting a substance that could instantly cause your heart to desire someone to the point of surrender is terrifying!

Love is precious and vulnerable, complicated and intense!

Think about it for a moment; we all have been at a place in our lives where if there had been a concoction we could have used to make someone love us, we would have used it!

You may be surprised to know that Love Potions do exist and have been present throughout history for centuries. It turns out there are scents that can work wonders on your mind and body to help with passion. With Valentine’s Day ahead, why not try one of these recipes instead of Champagne and a dozen roses? What’s the worse that can happen?

You just might become a believer in Love Potions!

used to spark passion for, quite literally, centuries.

1 tablespoon of dried rose petals The sensual smell of rose helps to lower anxiety, which can spike, in romantic situations…

Vanilla pod split, or ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract - Its warm scent (and taste) is welcoming, subtly sensual, and relaxing.

(There is an old Mexican legend about a fertility goddess who could not marry the mortal man she loved. Instead of becoming bitter, she transformed herself into the vanilla plant to give happiness and pleasure to all lovers.)

1-2 cinnamon sticks - The cinnamon creates a fine balance with the more soothing scents of rose, jasmine, and vanilla. While those help relax you, the cinnamon ensures that you still get a burst of fiery passion and energy.

1 cup of fresh water A pot or saucepan A strainer

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LOVE POTION INGREDIENTS:

2 teaspoons of dried jasmine flowers - The distinct, sweet scent induces euphoria in both men and women, and has been

Pour 1 cup of fresh water into a saucepan (more or less to make the potion stronger or weaker) Add 2 teaspoons of dried jasmine flowers, 1 tablespoon of dried rose petals, a vanilla pod split lengthwise or ¼ teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1-2 cinnamon sticks to the water. Gently stir to incorporate everything, and then simmer for 3-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and strain immediately. Allow this to cool and then bottle it. Add to sparkling water and serve chilled on a hot day, or pour into mugs and reheat, sipping slowly. You can also use it straight. It will keep in the fridge for a week in a tightly lidded container.

LOVE POTION #9

To be performed on the 9th day of the 9th month. (Requires some thinking ahead for Valentines Day, but go ahead and give it a try!)

INGREDIENTS:

9 oz. sweet red wine 9 basil leaves 9 red rose petals 9 cloves 9 apple seeds 9 drops vanilla extract 9 drops strawberry juice 9 drops apple juice 1 ginseng root, cut into 9 equal pieces

DIRECTIONS:

By the light of 9 pink votive candles, put these nine ingredients into a cauldron (or pot) on the ninth hour of the ninth day of the ninth month of the year.

Stir the potion nine times with a wooden spoon, each time reciting the following: LET THE ONE WHO DRINKS THIS WINE SHOWER ME WITH LOVE DIVINE. SWEET LOVE POTION NUMBER NINE MAKE HIS/HER LOVE FOREVER MINE. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat and let it simmer for nine minutes.

Remove the cauldron (pot) from the heat and allow the potion to cool off.

Blow nine times upon the potion, bless it in the names of nine love-goddesses, (*see below) and then strain it through cheesecloth into a clean container.

Cover and refrigerate it until you are ready to serve it to the man or woman whom you desire love and affection. (Do not allow anyone other than your beloved to look at, touch, or drink the love potion.) *(The nine goddesses of Love: Inanna, Ishtar, Astarte, Hathor, Nephthys, Aphrodite, Venus, Freya, Arianrhod.)

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HOMESTYLE

A Small Home With Flair A Place To Live, Laugh And Love

STORY BY: KATHLEEN MCGOWAN | PHOTOS BY GRAY WELLS

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“ t is cliché to say we’d like our guest to feel comfortable when

visiting our home but that really is our goal. The house has stood for 115 years … there isn’t much harm you can do to it.”

- Robert Carroll

From the curb, the Carroll’s home appears to be a modest yet quaint home but take a couple steps through the tidy little yard to the front porch and visitors are greeted with a combination of retro and classic items, adding character to the

space. A rustic white porch swing provides extra seating for this spacious wrapped covered porch as well as furnishing the perfect spot to stretch out for a long afternoon nap after a day at the beach. Better yet, take a seat, kick back and relax in one www.SouthportMag.com / February 2016 / Southport Magazine 31

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The spacious kitchen makes entertaining and cooking a breeze

Retro Art Deco steel chairs welcome guests to the Carroll home.

of the several Art Deco inspired stamped steel chairs or glider. These are just like your Moms, only better. Straight out of the Post-War Atomic Era, the steel chairs offer a vintage look and feel with detailed cutouts...The fact that they offer a slight rocking motion is a bonus. This porch is perfect for entertaining. Clear your calendar, grab a sweet tea, sit for a spell and enjoy the view.

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It’s just the beginning of a lovely, timeless journey through Robert and Michelle’s 115-year-old Southport home.

Robert and Michelle Carroll have been married for six years. They were introduced to each other by a mutual friend and started dating during Michelle’s senior year of high school. Robert moved from Southern Virginia to Southport in 2007, after holidaying here with his family almost his entire life. He had decided to call Southport home and was just beginning his successful real estate career. Robert recalls with a smile...I remember Michelle’s reaction when I told her… “Where in the world is that?” Michelle visited Southport and she fell in love with the area without hesitation.

The decision is one the couple has never regretted. Fast forward to 2008 and the couple was engaged and they were married one year later, in 2009.

The young couple purchased their first house just on the edge of town but always

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knew they wanted to live in the historic district. When 307 E. Nash came on the market they had been planning construction, for almost 12 months, of a house on a lot they had purchased here in town.

Michelle came across an advertisement for 307 E. Nash and knew they had to see it. She and Robert saw it one time and afterwards she said to Robert...“Figure it out!” They loved the location, the size of the lot and the character that they knew could never be recreated with new construction.

With my first steps inside the Carroll’s home, the mix of the modern, the contemporary and the ease of the simply inviting space charm me. The décor, furnishings and white, gray and yellow color palette are simply eclectic, the spaces are wide open and the result creates a vision of control yet having control never looked so good. The home may be small in scale but it is a modern mini marvel.

The couple is happy to say that the home at 307 E. Nash felt like theirs from

the very first time they saw it. Bringing in their own eclectic furnishings and décor made it even more their own. The character lines of old wooden floors, walls and ceilings and the wavy glass panes are perfectly paired with eclectic, found and modern elements to create uncharacteristic results. The mood is timeless yet at home in the moment.

“We loved the house from the start. It’s historic charm, large lot and proximity to downtown Southport were everything we wanted. What we didn’t expect was how we’d learn to love it even more.

Many nights we grab a bottle of wine and walk to dinner. Some mornings we wake to the sound of foghorns from boats on the Cape Fear. We can set our clocks by the church bells. And we never have to worry about parking for the Fourth of July festivities.” - Robert Carroll An old rustic, brick fireplace separates the living area from the kitchen yet, allows for flow and communication between both spaces. This is key since the couple

“We loved the house from the start. It’s historic charm, large lot and proximity to downtown Southport were everything we wanted.

What we didn’t expect was how we’d learn to love it even more.“ loves to entertain and the house is perfect for intimate gatherings of 2-3 couples or more. Being able to host events with as many as 24 people is not an issue with the ease of movement throughout the home and the kitchen functionality. Both Robert and Michelle cook and love trying new and different cooking methods so, the

kitchen’s sleek, professional furnishings were chosen carefully to blend with the overall character of the home.

The Carroll’s want guests to not only visit but, to enjoy their home as well.

Don’t be afraid to kick off your shoes and curl up in a studded occasional chair or take a seat at the kitchen counter where you’re able to chat with the cook as well as guests gathering in the nearby living and dining areas.

The interior space is inviting, much like the small town of Southport, and it emanates small town life. When I asked Robert how he wanted guests to feel in his home, his answer was simple... “It is cliché to say we’d like our guest to feel comfortable when visiting our home but that really is our goal. The house has stood for 115 years… there isn’t much harm you can do to it.”

The dining room is spacious with plenty of light and a charming built-in china cabinet in one corner. It is open to the kitchen/living area but can function as a more

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Repurposed french doors serve as a private dining area when needed

private dining space as well with sliding “barn doors” on either side of the dining room entry. They were originally French doors separating two rooms in the house which Matt Watson, who completed the restoration, worked hard to keep along with many of the homes other historic features while adding modern conveniences you’d find in newer homes.

Anyone that’s owned an older home, knows how easy it can be to forget the good things about your home, especially if you’re dealing with issues like running toilets or outdated wallpaper. But, at this point, there isn’t much that the couple wants to change. There are plans to renovate the pantry and laundry area to create more storage and to raise the ceiling height in the living room and kitchen to open the space up a bit but they would never change that the entire house has wood floors, walls and ceilings.

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sion for the couple to make about their home was what to do with the windows.

Replace or restore? Well, “Michelle dug her heels in and made certain I restored, rather than replaced. I am slowly restoring one window at a time. Sanding, priming, painting, and replacing the old wavy glass with a reproduction glass I found out of New Jersey.” They wanted to keep the charm of a historic home with the wavy glass panes that are usually original so, the new glass is made in the very same style

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The office, master bed and both baths are full of charm. Each has its own elements of today and yesterday, texture and tone, form and function.

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HOMESTYLE as the original glass so, it still has the wavy look and includes a few bubbles here and there. This truly is a home re-thought.

The office, master bed and both baths are full of charm. Each has its own elements of today and yesterday, texture and tone, form and function. There’s more sliding barn doors, a wide enameled cast iron double sink, a private shower space with stone features and plenty of old features meeting new and found furnishings.

But, my favorite room is the nursery. The overall wish for the nursery was that it be a peaceful environment for the couple’s new baby to learn and grow. They chose not to know the sex of their child until birth, which meant a more neutral palette. They had the walls, trim and ceiling painted the same color and sheen of white and layered different shades and textures of grey throughout the room. The space is enchanting and became the new home for Reighan Elisabeth who was born on January 8, 2016.

Robert and Michelle would like to think that their children would someday describe the home they grew up in “as a simple home that was filled with love. They’ll likely reminisce about the sound rain made as it poured down onto the metal roof, the way the floors in the hallway slant to one corner or how the house never seemed to be “finished” as with older homes there is always something to be done.”

As for Valentine’s Day... The Carroll’s are self-proclaimed foodies. One of the things they love most about Southport and the surrounding area is the many wonderful places to eat. They are looking forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day this year at the newly renovated Mr. P’s Bistro.

Robert and Michelle would like to think that their children would someday describe the home they grew up in “as a simple home that was filled with love.“

“A sense of joy with those around you, and of course....a hug for no reason!”

– VO age 50 (female)

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Bringing Back Date Night

FOR FOODIE COUPLES:

Add more sparks to your relationship!

STORY BY: LESLIE RESCHLY, BSN, RN

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n my dreams about romance and love, I used to visualize special Valentine’s Day dinners with the love of my life complete with champagne and roses. .

• Date night can be Brunch!

• Cook a meal from scratch!

Shopping for all the ingredients to make sushi can be an adventure in itself • Go out for coffee and conversation

FOR CULTURE COUPLES:

• Attend a paint or craft class • Attend UNCW/BCC/CFCC for new learning experience • Be a tourist in our town. When was the last time you visited the Maritime Museum?

FOR COUPLES THAT ENJOY GOOD SPIRITS:

Leslie and Dr. Keith Reschly

I have a vivid recollection of one such Valentine’s Day probably in the mid1990’s—held captive by the whims of a 15 year old babysitter in love for the first time, we found ourselves without childcare on the most important of love nights.

Determined to make the most of our weekend, we decided to take all three children to a restaurant for lunch. I know we did not talk and I have no idea what we ate. We spent the meal in the bathroom and cleaning up spills! But I do know that from then on we initiated Date Night.

Couples at every stage of their relationship are over-booked, over-tired, and

over-worked. The last thing we need is to add another thing to our calendars, right?

Wrong! Date Night offers a quick trip back to that period of courtship where dreams of romance and love were not obscured by the fact that the bed never got made nor the dishes put in the sink. Date Night offers the opportunity to connect and focus on each other. It is different then just going out for the night. It is set with intent to provide a time for communication and nurturing of your relationship, one on one, with something new and fun or tried and true. So turn off your electronic devices and focus on the love of your life.

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• Head to a Brewery to sample their fare • Visit one of our wine shops for a wine tasting and then take your favorite bottle home

FOR ADVENTUROUS COUPLES: • Head to a park for a hike or a picnic •Workout together—attend yoga, CrossFit or TRX training •Schedule game night with snacks-backgammon, chess or strip poker?

FOR HOPELESS ROMANTIC COUPLES: • Stargaze in the cold, crisp night air • Enjoy that fireplace or outside bonfire with s’mores • Hit the beach in the morning or at sundown

Ok, so this is just a start. What ever you do, remember that it is not about what you are doing but whom you are doing it with!

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DINING GUIDE

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Bite into the best that our area has to offer SEAFOOD SPECIALTY ATLANTIC SEAFOOD AND STEAKS

5059 SouthportSupply Rd. SE, Southport 457-4477 • www.atlanticsouthport.com Casual dining with variety from seafood, steak, chicken and pasta. Known for its Calabashstyle cuisine and lowcountry classics.

BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB

1 Salt Meadow Trail, Bald Head Island 457-7300 • www.bhiclub.net Offers options, from the Pelicatessen located poolside, to the pubstyle Palms dining room or al fresco Palms Terrace to the Grille, the club’s primary dining venue. Full or temporary membership in the BHI Club is required to dine.

CAPE FEAR RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

101 W. Bay St., Southport 457-9222 • www.capefearrestaurant.com Familyowned, Cape Fear Restaurant delivers excellent Southernstyle cooking in the form of crabs, scallops and, of course, surf ‘n’ turf.

DEAD END SALOON & FISH FACTORY GRILLE

4907 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 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 10% Campaign.

FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

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

FISHY FISHY CAFE

106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport, 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.

FRYING PAN

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

ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

1407 E. Beach Dr., Oak Island 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.

JOLLY ROGERS

5515 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-7060 The menu features seafood, from shrimp to oysters and more, broiled or fried.

JONES SEAFOOD HOUSE

6404 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 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 457-7217 • www.mojoontheharbor.com Featuring Southern classics like fried pickles and shellfish steam pots to global dishes such as Italian meat antipasto and Mediterraneanstyle shrimp and grits.

PROVISION COMPANY

130 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 457-0654 • www.provisioncompany.com Established in 1933, Provision Company offers a la carte seafood sandwiches, conch fritters, steamed shrimp and more.

SHOALS CLUB

100 Station House Way, Bald Head Island 454-4850 • www.shoalsclub.com A private membership club, Shoals Club emphasizes fresh ingredients and a twist on American dishes.

YACHT BASIN EATERY

122 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 363-4108 • www.yachtbasineatery.com Dishing up goods from both the North and South, Yacht Basin Eatery offers everything from handrolled pizza, Jerseystyle breads and authentic Italian, to Southern comfort foods and fresh seafood.

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Casual dining in a tropical setting, with caribbeaninspired seafood as well as steaks, chicken, pork and salads.

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LIVE OAK CAFE

302 N. Howe St., Southport • 454-0044 Offering sandwiches, salads, soups and quiche.

A gem of a café located on Southport’s main drag.

Serving creative cuisine in a cozy atmosphere, Live Oak Cafe offers dishes such as duck crepes, lowcountry gumbo, and baked scallops au gratin.

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

MODERN AMERICAN 614 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4360 • www.liveoakcafenc.com

MR. P’S BISTRO

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

THE PHARMACY RESTAURANT

110 E. Moore St., Southport 457-5577 www.thepharmacyrestaurant.com Fine dining with homespun appeal abounds at The Pharmacy Restaurant. Enjoy everything from gourmet chicken salad and fish tacos to blackened tilapia and Bouillabaisse.

SHAGGER JACKS

8004 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 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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BEANA’S KITCHEN

BOB’S DOGS

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

THE BOUNCING LOG CAFE

3148 George II Hwy Boiling Spring Lakes 910-477-3188 bouncinglogcafe.com Good ‘ol Southern Comfort Food and Genuine Swiss Cuisine come together at the Bouncing Log Cafe. 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 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 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.

ERIC’S GRILLE

1671 N. Howe St., Southport • 457-9024 Offers oldfashioned, handpatted hamburgers, plus bbq, hot dogs, chili cheese fries and breakfast sandwiches and platters.

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

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

GREENLANDS FARM STORE

668 Midway Rd. SE, Bolivia 253-9515 • www.greenlandsfarmstore.info Farmfresh, organic and natural ingredients— grown here, made here! Glutenfree and vegan options offered. Enjoy sandwiches, salads, unique sides and desserts.

KOPP’S KWIK STOP II

3196 George II Hwy., Southport, 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 278-6430 A classic burger joint, with onion rings and other sides. Plus, breakfast is served, including pancakes and bacon.

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DINING GUIDE LAZY TURTLE BAR & GRILL

601 Ocean Drive, Oak Island, NC 901-278-7725 Oceanfront dining and entertainment venue 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 457-0444 • www.localsfamilydiner.com Within a warm and friendly atmosphere, Local’s Family Diner serves breakfast all day long and a seafood and entrée menu for lunch and dinner.

LOCO JO’S

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

MARITIME MARKET CAFE

8 Maritime Way, Bald Head Island 457-7450 • www.maritimemarketbhi.com Serving breakfast classics as well as imaginative daily specials like seafood omelets or banana crepes. Lunch includes fresh sandwiches, salads and wraps.

MOORE STREET MARKET

130 E. Moore St., Southport • 363-4203 Open for breakfast and lunch, this market specializes 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., Oak Island 278-4005 Offering hamburgers, sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, seafood and daily drink specials.

OAK ISLAND RESTAURANT

6302 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 201-9925 Here, flounder is prepared the oldfashioned way.

Enjoy breakfast, too.

OAK ISLAND SUBS AND SALADS

5705 E. Oak Island Dr. , Oak Island 278-9040 From BLT’s with avocado to Cajun and Reuben sandwiches, this deli serves up quality sandwiches.

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

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

OLD BRIDGE DINER

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

SIDE STREET CAFÉ

5827 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, 933-4615 Offering handpattied burgers, subs, shrimp, wings, hot dogs and more.

SOUTHPORT TEA HOUSE

611 Howe St., Southport, 833-0227 www.southportteahouse.com Offering a full lunch menu with quiche, salads, sandwiches and afternoon tea anytime. Full beverage option including over 60 loose teas iced or hot and sold by the ounce.

Glutenfree options, too. Open Wed-Sat, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

TAYLOR CUISINE CAFÉ

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

TROLLY STOP

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

TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFÉ

1671 N. Howe St. #1A, Southport 363-4908 • www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com The menu boasts bold, flavorful food and smoothies with a healthy appeal. Our items are madetoorder with fresh, simple, superior ingredients.

QUIZNO’S SUBS

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

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

WILDLIFE RESTAURANT & GRILL

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

BAJA CALIFORNIA FLYING FISH CAFE

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

BARBECUE BIG AL’S SLAM DUNK BBQ

OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE

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

607 North Howe St., (910) 477-2832 Pulled pork, baby back ribs, smoked wings, smoked pork tenderloin and beef brisket. All ABC permits. Brunswick Stew, mac and cheese, sliders, and homemade salsa and chips. Dine in or take out!

RUSSELL’S PLACE

SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

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

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

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TERRY’S NORTH CAROLINA BARBQUE & RIBS

4688 Long Beach Rd. SE • 477-9187 Serving up pork and beef brisket sandwiches and plates, and Memphis dryrub ribs, along with baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad, and mac ‘n’ cheese.

THE BARBQUE HOUSE

5002 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 201-1001 • www.bestbbqonthebeach.com Hormel ribs are slowsmoked inhouse and meats are offered with a variety of sauces, from Eastern NC vinegar to Lexingtonstyle red.

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

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 457-1222 delphinacantina.webs.com Mexican cuisine with Spanish and Cuban flare, such as Churrasco Cubano and Pescado Especial— both with plantains.

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

PLAZA MARIACHI

TASTE OF CHINA

4961 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 454-0950 Known for fresh salsa and margaritas; serves traditional Mexican dishes.

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

INTERNATIONAL PORTS OF CALL

116 N. Howe St., Southport 457-4544 • www.portsofcallbistro.com The eclectic menu offers 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 freshbaked dessert in the romantic atmosphere.

ITALIAN BELLA CUCINA

5177 SouthportSupply Rd., Southport 454-4540 • www.belladiningnc.com Focusing on family Italian recipes, Bella Cucina serves up everything from fine and fresh local seafood to handtossed, New Yorkstyle pizzas. Aside from a decadent wine list, Bella Cucina also offers specialty martinis.

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 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 KOBE JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI

8317 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4405 Generous servings from the hibachi grill, as well as decadent sushi.

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 1, Southport Serving authentic dishes, such as fajitas, enchiladas and chalupas.

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

THE PEPPERONI GRILL

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

PEPPERONI GRILL AT THE BEACH

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

POLISH PIEROGIES

8017A E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 368-8098 Specializing in the Polish delicacy for which they’re named, this restaurant is set up for takeaway order and also features ‘Super Dogs,’ kielbasa hoagies, and kolache. Offers a grab and go frozen menu of stuffed cabbage, green bell peppers, hot sausage, kielbasa ‘n’ kraut, pizza shells, and more.

DINING GUIDE TAPAS FLIGHTS

15139 N. Howe St., (910) 363-1202 Wine, craft beer, and a tapas menu, small plates.

Most items under $10; menu changes every two weeks. Look for weekend specials.

THAI 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 yeastraised, filled and cake doughnuts, apple fritters, cinnamon rolls, monkey muffins, twists and more. Handmade daily, familyowned.

BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

7916 E. Oak Island Dr., 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.

BURNEY’S BAKERY

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

THE CONFECTIONARY

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

ies, milkshakes, fresh juices, breakfast and lunch sandwiches and wraps all day. Open yearround.

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.

ICE CREAM 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.

FUZZY PEACH

5130 SouthportSupply Rd., Unit 108, Southport 363-4180 • www.thefuzzypeach.com A frozen yogurt bar where you can select your own flavors and toppings.

LEAKY TIKI

6324 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4503 • www.leakytikiinc.com Homemade ice cream and fudge.

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

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

FLYING PIG COFFEEHOUSE

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 glutenfree/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.

PORT CITY JAVA

113 N. Howe Street, Southport 454-0321 • www.portcityjava.com We serve coffees, espresso drinks, fruit smooth-

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The Klassy Divas Brunswick County Relay For Life

Fighting With Style Fashion Show THURSDAY FEBURARY 25, 2016

Tickets $25.00 Southport Community Center 223 East Bay Street Southport, NC

Live & Silent Auctions Door Prizes Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres Tickets available at Klassy Konsignment 4105 Long Beach Road Southport, NC (910) 457-0402 Proceeds go to the

American Cancer Society Brunswick County Relay For Life

We’re offering our regular dinner menu with some fabulous specials.

Some additional Dinner Specials coming your way this month…

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Romantic Films

10 reasons to stay in for Valentine’s Day BY: EMILY KLINEFELTER AND JENNIFER BARNETT

W

ith Valentine’s Day near and love being in the air and on the shelves of every large corporate business for the past 2 months. We have decided to do something a little different with Scene. Instead of writing a review we decided to hit the streets and find out opinions on what the best romantic movies are and create the first ever Southport Magazine Top 10 List.

We were trying to stay away from the predictable movies and offer up some different choices. Maybe there are some on the list you haven’t seen yet!

Even though Valentine’s Day is kind of like the Super Bowl for women we like to recognize that this day is a day to celebrate LOVE—just love—and love does not discriminate against what sex you are. So, since we are not discriminating we have decided to create two lists one from the opinion of women and one in the opinion of men.

We wanted to learn two things in this process. First being, what does love mean and second what would you say is the best romantic movie.

We were quite surprised by how similar the movie answers were even though men and women are so opposite as we witness by the verbal responses. We learned that though there are many types of love that we see in movies and experience in life we seem to be most attracted to the deep desire, pining, love relationship. The love that last through time and requires persistence and effort. We found it odd since in todays society men and women live so quickly and want everything so much faster that still deep down inside our hearts we want something that lasts a long time and is tireless.

I will say however that looking over these lists I do in fact see a lot of my personal favorites, however, The Princess Bride did not make the list. Which in my opinion is INCONVCEIVIBLE! “There is no room in my body for anything but you.

My arms love you, my ears adore you, my knees shake with blind affection”- Buttercup—come on isn’t that love?! I wish my husband would save me from quick sand and take on R.O.U.Ss…. be still my heart.

Eros (God of Love) Top Ten:

1. Romeo and Juliet w/ Leonardo DiCaprio 2. Forrest Gump 3. The Fountain 4. Casablanca 5. Atonement 6. Notting Hill 7. Stranger than Fiction 8. The Great Gatsby 9. Pretty Women 10. Ghost

Venus (Goddess of Love) Top Ten:

1. A Walk to Remember 2. Fault in Our Stars 3. Pride and Prejudice 4. Jane Eyre w/ Mia Wasikowska 5. Roxanne 6. Hope Floats 7. An American President 8. When Harry Met Sally 9. Four Weddings and a Funeral 10. The Notebook

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GIVE YOUR OLD JEANS A NEW LIFE! Homeless teenagers ask for blue jeans more than anything else. Help a teen and donate your old jeans (You know, the ones that have been in the bottom of your closet for years) Your jeans will help a local homeless teenager in Brunswick and New Hanover Counties Jeans for Teens is a program to help homeless teenagers For more information contact tylerkopp98@gmail.com

DROP OFF LOCATIONS: Bring donations before February 26th to: South Brunswick High School Southport Christian School Beach Road Baptist Church Kopps Kwik Stop in BSL G et R ea dy fo r S pr ing in ou r Hardware and Garden Ne w an d 8848 River Road SE • Southport, NC 28461 Im pr ov ed (910) 457-5544 G ar de n C en te r!

Huge selection of Statuary and Pottery

Monthly Classes and Kids Workshops beginning in April.

Spring seeds will be arriving soon. Bigger selection of shrubs and trees. Tons of flowers and ornamentals.

Outdoor decorations • flags, lanterns, planters Full Line of Daddy Pete’s Soils

Stop in and see Kim for all your gardening needs!

Don’t forget: February is the time to treat your lawn for weeds!

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Seaside Wedding Connection would like to say thank you to all the local vendors that so generously participated in the 2015 Operation Marry Me Military! Congratulations to Stuart and Courtney Moore. Thank you for your service and never forget that Southport is your home away from home! Photo by: Time 2 Remember Photography.

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CALENDAR EVENTS THE ANNUAL LITTLE PRINCESS BALL

Saturday, February 6, from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. In two locations; the Brunswick Center in Southport and the South Brunswick Islands Center in Carolina Shores. Tickets are on sale now through February 5, for $10 a person. Tickets are location specific and not interchangeable. This annual event sells out quickly, be sure to get your tickets!

The event will be a special afternoon filled with dancing, face painting, games, and much more. The Little Princess Ball is open to girls in kindergarten through fifth grade accompanied by an adult male role model. Little princesses are encouraged to wear their prettiest dress, ball gown, or favorite princess costume.

The Little Princess Ball is sponsored by CIS of Brunswick County and Brunswick County Parks and Recreation with support from Brunswick Senior Resources, Brunswick Community College, and other community donors. Purchase tickets at CIS – 910.457.3494, Brunswick County Parks and Recreation – 910.253.2670, or online at http://bcparks.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/Programs/tabid/7352/Default.aspx.

HEART TO HEART EVENT

02/04/2016 - 04:30 pm - 06:30 pm, Southport Community Building, 223 East Bay Street, Southport, North Carolina 910.457-3850, http://www.dosher.org The Dosher Memorial Hospital Foundation is holding a heart health program on Thursday, February 4, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Three speakers will be cardiologist Cyril Abrams, MD, FACC; chef Karen Taylor, Taylor’s Cuisine; and floral artist Robin Weir, Wild by Nature. Tickets start at $25 with sponsorships up to $500. Proceeds benefit the Foundation and heart health programs in south Brunswick County and includes light hors d’oeuvres. For tickets or more information, call the Foundation at (910) 457-3850.

The first Friday of each month art galleries in the Southport area team up to promote a Gallery Walk. Art enthusiasts are welcome to participate in this cultural event each first Friday from 5:00 PM

ANNUAL FLEA MARKET

Saturday, February 6th, 8:00am12:00pm in the Sacred Heart Catholic church social hall. Mark your calendar to stop by and look around. There is something for everyone. If you have any items that you would be interested in donating for the sale including appliances, toys, jewelry, tools, books, furniture, videos, kitchenware, etc. (no clothing or plants please), these things may be dropped off at Sacred Heart Church’s social hall between February 1 and February 5 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. For larger item donations, arrangements can be made by calling Marsha Yourkiewicz at 910.383-6790, Christine Rosadino at 910.454-0678 or Anna Robertson at 910.457-0430.

1ST RUN OAK ISLAND 1 MILE, 5K AND HALF MARATHON RACE SERIES

February 13- Join Oak Island Parks and Recreation on February 13 for our 1st RUN OAK ISLAND 1 mile, 5K and half marathon race series. For details on the races and other local races or to register, please go to www.runoakisland.com.

250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE STAMP ACT RESISTANCE

Feb 19, 2016 - Feb 21, 2016, 10 am – 4 pm , Brunswick Town Fort Anderson Historic Site, Winnabow: 8884 St. Philip’s Road, SE , Winnabow, NC, (910) 371-6613 What began on the banks of the Cape Fear River helped paved the Road Revolution. Travel back to the winter of 1766 at Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson.

WILD BIRD & GARDEN’S SPRING SEMESTER BIRDING CLASS

Thurs., February 4, 2016 from 1:303:30pm at the Oak Island Recreation Center for a technology class for Apple mobile users. The topic will be common problems and fixes for Apple Devices. This training is free and presented by Chris Nicholas.

Please call the Oak Island Recreation Center at 910-278-5518 to sign up today!

February 11, 2016 - Join Wild Bird & Garden’s guides and instructors David Weesner and Jill Peleuses for a fun class that will take your birding skills to the next level. We’ll be learning how to identify birds by their appearance, behavior, and vocalizations, and then head out to some of the best birding hotspots in the area to put our skills to use. Class is $75 per person. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

Participants will need to provide own binoculars and transportation. Give us a call at (910) 343-6001 to register soon!

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY WALK

ISLAND NATURE TOUR

APPLE DEVICES—COMMON PROBLEMS & FIXES

Feb 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm @ Historic Downtown Southport

Weekly at 9am on Monday and Friday from Mon Feb 8 to Mon Feb. 29th. Join

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professional naturalists on a guided tour of the wildlife hotspots of breathtaking Bald Head Island! See amazing wildlife while learning about and exploring our pristine beach, maritime forest, and salt marsh. $20 per non-member or $18 per person for BHI Conservancy Members. Reservations also required for on-island guests. Call (910) 338-0911 to reserve your spot today! 700 Federal Rd, Bald Head Island, NC

SEMI-ANNUAL COMMUNITY DRUG DROP AT DOSHER

Operation Medicine Cabinet on Thursday, February 18, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Area residents can safely dispose of out-of-date or other medications by driving under the portico at the front entrance of Dosher Hospital, 924 N. Howe Street.

Staff from the hospital will collect unwanted prescription medicines and non-prescription drugs. Residents also may drop off unwanted hypodermic needles and pet medications. All collected items will be incinerated and disposed of according to state and federal regulations.

Law enforcement officials will be on hand to help control traffic and monitor the collection process.

13TH ANTIQUE APPRAISAL FAIR

Sunday, February 28, from 12:30-4:00 pm, Southport Community Building Tickets are $8 per item or 3 items for $20.

For More Information: 910-253-8848 or 910-854-0145. Bring up to 3 hand carried treasures/antiques (jewelry, toys, dolls, china, silver, books, unique items) to licensed experienced appraisers. Sponsored by the Southport Chapter of the P.E.O.

COASTAL CAREER FAIR

Tuesday, February 23rd from 11am2pm @ BCC Main Campus in the LaDane Williamson Student Center. Bringing Employers and Job Seekers Together. Speak with local employers regarding open positions and training opportunities. Establish contacts for internships. Have your resume reviewed by a professional. Sponsored by the Career Development Center @ BCC, Brunswick Community College and NCWorks Connecting Talent to Jobs.

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SENIOR ACTIVITIES

The Brunswick Senior Center, 1513 N Howe St Suite #1, Southport, (910) 4540583 Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information and to RSVP, call 454-0583.

• Watercolor: Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon.

• Party Bridge: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, RSVP to play.

• Square Dancing: 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays.

• Games: 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.

• Hand Drumming: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on the first and third Fridays of the month.

• Line Dancing: Thursdays, Beginners-1:30 to 2 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced-2 to 3 p.m.

• Rummikub & Pinochle: Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

• Bible Study: Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

• Mah Jongg: Mondays at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

• Photography: Second and fourth Fridays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

• Hand and Foot Canasta: Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• Smart Phone Workshop: First Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m., just bring phone.

• Ballroom Dancing: Mondays at 1:30 p.m., no partner necessary, and there is no fee.

• Hand Drumming: First and third Fridays, 1:30 t0 2:30 p.m.

• Blood Pressure Checks: Second Tuesdays from 11:45am-12:15pm • Still Life and Colored Pencils: Thursdays, 2:30 to 4 p.m.

• You Too Can Draw: Tuesdays, 2:30-4 p.m. w/ Diane Sloan • Décor and Design: Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon.

• Knit and Crochet: Thursdays, 10 a.m.noon.

• Jewelry 101: Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

• Free crafting: Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Starting February 3rd at 12:30 we will start our Wednesday afternoon movies!! We will supply the Popcorn and drinks for a $2.00 donation!

SENIOR SOFTBALL TEAM LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS FOR THE SPRING

Join the BC 50 and over Senior Softball Team. Games are (doubleheaders) held Tuesdays at 9am with practice held on Thursdays at 9am at various park locations in BC. If you need additional info, please contact Khrystye Haselden at khrystye. haselden@brunswickcountync.gov or call 910-253-2670.

“A DAY IN THE YARD,” CONSUMER HORTICULTURAL PROGRAMS.

The class series includes six – 2 ½ hour segments utilizing PowerPoint presentations and handouts. A Master Gardener who might even be your neighbor teaches each individual class. The cost of the class

CALENDAR series is $75.00. The proceeds from the class go to the Brunswick County Master Gardener Volunteer Association. Spring 2016 Class Schedule: February 1–March 7, 2016 NC Cooperative Extension Office, 25 Referendum Drive, Building N, Bolivia, NC 28422 Mondays 9:00 to 11:30 AM February 3-March 9, 2016 St. James Community Center, 4136 Southport-Supply Road, SE, Southport, NC 28461 Wednesdays 2:00PM - 4:30PM. To register for a class or to learn more about the Brunswick County Master Gardener Program and other consumer horticultural programs, contact Tom Woods, Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator, at tom_woods@ncsu.edu or you can call the Cooperative Extension office at 910253-2610

EDIBLE EVENTS THE SOUTHPORT TEA HOUSE, 611 N HOWE ST, (910) 833-0227

February 11th 2:00-4:00 pm - Afternoon Indulgence - $35 per person (Chair Massage & Delectable Morsels).

Raffles too!

February 14th 10:00-2:00 pm - Valentine’s Day Prix Fixe Brunch $49.95 Three Courses, Flowers & Chocolates. Raffle to be drawn.

February 23rd 10:00-12:00 noon - $20 per person- Where Have All The Bees Gone?

Join us as Craig Connelly of The Hive discusses the life cycle of bees & interesting fun facts. Honey Treats and Tea will be served.

DEAD END SALOON, 4907 FISH FACTORY RD., SOUTH HARBOR VILLAGE, (910) 454-4002

Sunday, January 31st -1:00 p.m.: Chili Cook Off – proceeds benefit SOARS.

GREENLANDS FARM, 668 MIDWAY ROAD SE, BOLIVIA, NC 28422

February 13, 2 pm – 4 pm - Cheese Making Class, Cheese & Wine Tasting Admission $17.50 per person, Reservations Required. Come along, bring a friend or a spouse...get out and do something different! You will go behind the scenes and begin with milking Buttons, our Saanen goat. Then we will begin the process of making Chevre goat cheese and finish with sampling of cheeses paired with two 1/2 glasses of our selected wines. Space is limited.

For more info on the farm and event, visit the website. For updates on the event, follow on facebook:www.facebook.com/ events/1684915021792391/. www.greenlandsfarmstore.info/farm-events/2016/2/13/ cheese-making-and-tasting

GRAPE AND ALE, 8521 E OAK ISLAND DR., OAK ISLAND, NC 28465. (910) 933-4384

PORTS OF CALL, 116 N HOWE ST, SOUTHPORT, (910) 457-4544

5th ANNUAL MARDI GRAS CRAWFISH, SHRIMP BOIL, AND COSTUME PARTY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 6-8 P.M. We are looking forward to our Mardi Gras Event this year and can’t wait to see all of the innovative costumes. We have seen some great ones through the years and I’m sure this year will be no exception. For the 1st time, we will be offering grand prizes for the best costumes and crowning our own King and Queen of Mardi Gras. Purchase your tickets now. You don’t want to miss out on Robert Wallace’s bug boil, the King Cake, and the great wine and beer. $20 per person gets your meal and two beverages.

Friday, February 26 from 8-5 p.m., We found a new line of Italian wines that are dynamite and we would like to share them with you. Robert Wallace will be preparing Jamie’s Tortellini Soup and a grilled cheese sandwich to enjoy with these. Tickets are now available for $10 per person.

Thursdays, 5pm – 7pm, $10 Two for Thursday- A draft beer, a brat & Beer Tasting – Enjoy 5 draft beers.

UNCORKED BY THE SEA, 602-A N. HOWE ST. (910) 454-0633

February 10, 2016 - 6:00 PM - A very special tasting class featuring a full range of Highly Allocated Reserve Wines from a prominent California Winery. There will be 2 guest speakers: Empire Distributors Fine Wine Manager and The Winery’s Regional Representative. Seating is limited. We are now accepting reservations.$45 per person (due at time of registration) Thursdays, 5pm to 7:30pm – Wine Tastings $5+,“Good wines for a great cause” benefiting local charities

SILVER COAST WINERY TASTING ROOM SOUTHPORT,105 S. HOWE STREET, 910-777 5151

Daily Beer and Wine Tastings Wine Tasting – choice of 5 wines $8 Beer Tasting – includes 6 beers $7 02/14/2016 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Cheers to Love & Chocolate. Make your reservation to join us for a wine and chocolate pairing like no other at the Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room. We’ll be offering seatings at 1:00, 2:30 & 4:00pm to accommodate your post-lunch or pre-dinner Valentine’s day celebration! Make your reservation today as seating is limited!!

FLIGHTS, 1513-9 N. HOWE SOUTHPORT, (910) 363-1202

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Daily wine and craft beer tastings, Enjoy 6 wines or six beers Mon. – Thurs. 2pm to 9pm Fri. 12pm to 10pm Sat. 2pm – 10pm

Every Wednesday – Hump Day Soiree!

Discounted Tapas and Selected $6 wines of the day.

MUSIC WINNER

ODELL WILLIAMSON AUDITORIUM BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE 50 COLLEGE RD NW, BOLIVIA, NC 28422 , (910) 755-7416

2/20/16 - 7:30 PM - VANCE GILBERT IN CONCERT (presented by Listen Up Brunswick County) TICKETS : $20.00 IN ADVANCE; $24.00 AT THE DOOR

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Laura Brochure Organic Manicure & Pedicure

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SOUTHPORT COMMUNITY BUILDING, 223 E BAY ST, SOUTHPORT, (910) 457-0665

January 28th, 7 PM - Steve Chapin and Big John Wallace of the late Harry Chapin Band will be performing a benefit concert for the New Hope Clinic. Donations are $25 each. get your tickets NOW at: Ricky Evans Gallery, Emmi Lu’s Boutique, The Grape and Ale, Old Bridge Diner ,and of course, the NEW HOPE Clinic. You can also call with a credit card (910.274.3971) or mail a check to: Circle Entertainment, 3832 Timber Stream Dr. Southport NC 28461.

OASIS BAR AND GRILL

Every Wednesday - Karaoke with DJ Rodney Live Music every Saturday @ 6:30pm Call or check our FB page for updates; 2/6 tba, 2/13 Brook Thompson, 2/20 Johnny Moore, 2/27 tba

Linda Lewis

Facials, Skin Peels, Acne Care, Eyelash Tinting & Extentions

919-906-1087

LAZY TURTLE

2/6 Mardi Gras Party, 2/7 Shag Party,2/13 Valentine’s Day Dinner and Dance, 2/20 Privateers, 2/27 Lucky Girls

FISHY, FISHY

6:30-10:30 Music 2/5 Kim & Travis, 2/6 The Other Guys, 2/12 Rev, 2/13 Hank & Les, 2/19 Monica Jane & Wes, 2/20 Uncle Hairy, 2/26 Heather & Dennis, 2/27 Oldscool

We now offer

New Bowen Therapy & Massage Services

DEAD END SALOON

2/5 - Mardi Gras Party with The Dennis Walton Band @ 8:30 p.m.

Doing stuff that you really don’t want to do, at times that you really don’t want to do them, every time. For example- my back hurts a lot of the time so I need a woman that will rub it no matter if her hands hurt” - AG age 25 (male) www.SouthportMag.com / February 2016 / Southport Magazine 53

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MARKETPLACE

REAL ESTATE

210 Park Avenue Extension Southport 4 BR Ranch in a great Southport location. Freshly painted throughout, includes a large deck and screened porch, outside shower, playground, paved drive, some new Samsung appliances.

Huge oaks & no city taxes! Listed at $239,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call George Brake (910) 520-0569

4979 Kona Court-Unit 5 Carolina Place A well-built townhome with uncommon flair and upgrades. New flooring, paint, dishwasher and more. 3 BR, 2 BA, 1300+ sq feet that feels even more spacious. Exterior maintenance handled by the POA leaving you time to enjoy the pool, crab dock & walking trails to the fullest. Listed at $139,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Elvira Gilbert (910)619-4087

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608 West Brown Street #J Southport, NC Two bedroom, two bath condo in The Villages of Southport. Hardwood floors, fully furnished. Perfect for investor.

Location, location, location! Listed at $179,576 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Kelly Kapparos (910)540-2117

3350 Club Villa Drive #306. Top Level condo in St. James Club Villa 2 BR, 2 BA, granite counters, screened porch overlooking #2 fairway with water views!

Listed $145,500 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Brooke Rudd-Gaglie (910) 512-1361

1013 North Lord Street Southport, NC Charming Southport home close to shopping, restaurants, walk or bike to the Waterfront. Hardwood floors, tile and carpet. Fireplace, Stainless Steel Appliances. Better see this one quick, it will not last long! Listed at $224,900 with Margaret Rudd & Assoc., Inc., REALTORS Call Mike Boswell (910) 7773728

112 Stuart Avenue, Southport 3 bed. 2 bath home on large lot- almost .5 acre- in great location! Kitchen has stainless appliances and leads to a covered back porch overlooking the fenced back yard. Nice rocking chair front porch and carport. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $159,000.

Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624.

1006 Bonner Bussells Drive.

3200+ sq ft, 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 bath home in one of Southport’s most convenient & desirable neighborhoodsSmithville Woods. Features include: Open floor plan, custom kitchen, screen porch & deck overlooking large fenced back yard, and 1st floor master suite with sitting room. Listed with Margaret Rudd & Asssociates, Inc., REALTORS at $439,900. Call Kay Jolliff (910) 5230624 or John Dosher (910) 448-0536.

201 River Drive, Southport, NC 4 bed, 3.5 bath River view home with impeccable quality and luxurious finishes. Energy efficient home on beautiful lot walking distance to downtown.

3rd story “widow’s walk” room with unsurpassed panoramic river views.

Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $749,000.

Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

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5400 East Yacht Drive #D1.

Dutchman Creek, Oak Island, NC Fully furnished Waterfront condo with unsurpassed views of the Intracoastal Waterway! This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath island retreat comes with its own deeded deep water 40 FT BOAT SLIP! Enjoy everything this complex has to offer including private marina, 2 pools, island gazebo & observatory boardwalk.

Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $225,000.

Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624 or Candace Hobbs (910)515-8312.

1720 West Pelican Drive, Oak Island Beautiful waterfront LOT overlooking Davis Canal and Montgomery slough on beach side of Oak Island. Serene setting with wide marsh and canal views.

Build your dream home here and you can dock your boat in the back and walk out the front to the ocean just 2 blocks away! Listed with Margaret Rudd & Associates, Inc., REALTORS at $160,000.

Call Kay Jolliff (910) 523-0624

106 Highland Park, Southport 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath This classic Charleston style home awaits you in the heart of Southport! Be ready to entertain your guests with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, double front porches and a screened porch opening to a relaxing back deck.

1 bedroom with full bath is located on the first floor. A huge master suite including a private porch and the remaining bedroom with Jack n Jill bath are located upstairs alongside an office or study. This exemplary home features a spacious design with immense storage.

The irrigation system will keep your yard looking spectacular. Enjoy a small town neighborhood setting with no HOA fees! MLS # 698715 • $259,900 Call Verilyn McKee, (910) 470-0527 or David Thorp, (910) 540-1665, Southport Realty, Inc.

519 N. Caswell Avenue, Southport 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath What could be more perfect than NOSTALGIC FRONT PORCH LIVING in a QUAINT SOUTHPORT COTTAGE combined with TOP OF THE LINE MODERN RENOVATIONS? A renowned local contractor has spared no expense to create an open floor plan including a top of the line gourmet kitchen with expansive island, quartz counter tops, generous storage, and custom tiled bathrooms including a walk in shower. As you enter through the front door it is obvious that this home is appointed with ONLY the finest building materials and appliances.

Quality abounds from the trim detail to the soothing palate of colors. Plus there’s possible room to construct an outbuilding and plenty of parking on this spacious corner lot. Upgrades include DP 50 rated windows, new plumbing lines and drains, all new electrical, spray foam insulation and 5 yr. appliance warranties. $384,900 • MLS # 698778 Call Brian P. Quinn, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 540-5043.

4466 Wildrye Drive, St. James Plantation 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath RECENT PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! Southern Charm and Sophistication abound in this excellently maintained home. This custom designed plan has spectacular views of the Founders Club Golf Course 18th green and a beautifully landscaped backyard featuring an amazing private English Garden and hot tub! Bathed in morning sunshine the master quarters are located on the first floor. A generous master bathroom and whirlpool await your evening relaxation. Custom kitchen features 42 cabinets, built in SubZero refrigerator and two refrigerator drawers for Island convenience. Enjoy your morning coffee in this sunny spot.

Upgrades are numerous and include knotty pine flooring throughout, tiled baths, new hot water heater, and a finished bonus room. $483,000 • MLS #687695 Call Ben Styers, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 448-2598.

607 N. Fodale, Southport, NC 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Completely renovated brick ranch with beautiful kitchen

cabinets and appliances. Bathrooms have new vanities and ceramic tile.

Master bath has a large, tiled walk-in shower. New flooring throughout the house and a bonus room with separate entrance that could be an additional bedroom, den, game room - the possibilities are endless! This home has an attached one car carport with workshop/ storage room attached. The large lot features an additional workshed and plenty of room to add a garden or patio. A must see find close to downtown Southport. $264,900 • MLS # 698140 Call Laura LeFevre, (910) 465-6591 or Mary Carneiro, (914) 649-7100 Southport Realty, Inc.

506 W. Owens Street, Southport 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath If you’re looking for a cottage with an open floor plan that’s walking distance to downtown Southport and no HOA fees; then this is the perfect home for you. The New River Cottage is currently under construction.

Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths down and a bonus room w/ full bath up; it’s the perfect combination. Home to include hardwood floors in main living areas, granite kitchen counter tops, large laundry room area, custom cottage style trim work, gas fireplace, screened in back porch and more! Buy now and YOU can start enjoying life on the coast. $374,900 • MLS # 698242 Call Sarah Smith, Southport Realty, Inc., (910) 443-8000.

RENTALS 307 North Howe Street, Southport Looking for creative individuals to sublet/share office space in open work area setting with Howe Outrageous & Bandera. Architecture access to private conference room. Please call for details: 910- 599- 2252

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