March 2015 Southport Magazine

MAGGIE STARS ANNOUNCED! Volume 3 | Issue 6 | March 2015 www.SouthportMag.com

And the Maggie Goes To...

In our first Maggie awards issue, we reveal the fabulous companies you crowned as stars!

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Tea Time, “Downton Abbey” Style held on Saturday, February 21 by Brunswick Little Theatre was a smashing success!

CONTENTS // VOL 3 ISSUE 6

Sue MacCallum, President of Brunswick Little Theatre welcomed everyone and introduced BLT’s special guests and the event’s host; writer & actress Jemila Ericson. While the music played, Downton Abbey butlers served English tea to 160 guests who also enjoyed scrumptious sweets, treats and various tea sandwiches.

Downton Abbey Dukes, Damsels and Dowagers promenaded through the Southport Community Center dressed in vintage fashions of the early 1920s: in costumes provided by UNCW Theatre Department.

Linda Pukenas of the Robert Ruark Inn delighted the gathering with an enlightening tea talk. The silent auction was deafening with the buzz of patrons at the tables who purchased the marvelous items contributed by our many Brunswick County businesses and merchants. Time flew by so fast and before we knew all were bidding farewell until the next Tea Time, “Downton Abbey Style.”

Thank You!

Brunswick Little Theatre Extends A Special Thanks to

Our Event Partner – Southport Department of Tourism Our “Presenting Sponsors” who donated $500+ Raymond James Financial© Mike Giblin Stifel, Nicolaus & Co, Inc. Robert Ruark Inn Southport Magazine Sponsors who donated $250+ Dr. Robert M. Zukoski Sponsors who donated $150+ Coastal Cosmetics Family Dentistry Cape Fear Dental Mr. P’s Bistro Cape Fear Formal Wear Sponsors who donated $75+ Galloway Sands Pharmacy #2 Atlantic Dental Associates River Road Animal Hospital Ricky Evans Gallery Baked With Love Southport Tea House Thanks to our willing and supportive Southport food merchants who provided most of the lovely tea treats: Baked with Love, Mr. P’s Bistro, Locals Family Diner, Southport Tea House and Burney’s Bakery. And, we would like to also thank all who generously donated their cherished teacups and saucers, teapots and other vintage items.

A special thank you to our host, Jemila Ericson, Mark Sorenson of UNCW Theater Department (for the loan of the costumes), Linda Pukenas of Robert Ruark Inn, and music by Trillogy Trio and Southport Harp, Inc.

COVER STORY PAGES 6-24 Southport was all a buzz at the first annual Maggie Awards held at the Amuzu Theatre on February 7th. We are thrilled to be bringing you the winners in a variety of categories to sample what makes this place such a great place to live, while raising money for the historic theatre!

COVER PHOTO BY: Kris Beasley

INSIDE THIS ISSUE SHOWCASE Page 25

Cruising Down Memory Lane

Pages 26-27

Amuzu Theatre Amuzing Audiences for Generations

FEATURE Page 42

Southport Makes the List

Where would we be without our volunteers?

A big round of applause goes heartily out to all who worked so tirelessly in preparation for this event. We acknowledge the Tea Time Committee and extended staff, the Downton Abbey Butlers, Dukes, Damsels and Dowagers along with the many behind the scenes volunteers.

Our thanks to 75 merchants and businesses who generously donated items for the Silent Auction; their support of our fundraising efforts is invaluable to Brunswick Little Theatre.

A special thanks to our program designer, Michael Stringer and our Webmaster, Jeffrey Stites who made the technical side of the event run seamlessly.

Without all this support Brunswick Little Theatre couldn’t exist. We sincerely appreciate all you do. Please come and enjoy our upcoming season of lively, entertaining and educational events!

Sue MacCallum, President, Brunswick Little Theatre

CHEERS! Page 32 Stop in and see bartender, Jessica Bosley and Manager, Patrick Gaynor at Sláinte Irish Pub for delicious ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s day, on March 17th or any day for that matter. Photo

by Kris Beasley.

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hen I first started Southport Magazine in October of 2012, I wrote down a list of things I wanted to accomplish. Last on my list was the creation of the Maggie Awards.

For over 2 years, I have been thinking about the Maggie Awards. It was important to me to create a readers poll that had some depth and would be interesting to voters.

Over the summer, I had the Southport Magazine staff over to my house for a mexican extravaganza and we sat around and composed what became the 54 questions of the 2015 Maggie Awards. My favorite part of the creative process is brainstorming with the staff. It was such a group effort!

We looked at the calendar and set the dates for the voting time frame, the awards show and the after party. It was my hope to have the awards party at the Amuzu Theatre because it is just the coolest place. I met with Bill Furpless and he agreed to allow us to use the theater for the awards show. Then my husband, Alan created the voters survey on Survey Monkey and loaded all the questions. Liz our graphic designer created beautiful ads with an art-deco theme marketing the Maggie Awards and instructing readers to go online and vote.

Voting began December 1st and ended on January 16th. I was so scared that no one would vote. But they did! We had over 400 votes! Next came the task of counting all the votes It took us a week to go through and calculate the votes. It was so exciting to see how many different businesses received votes in each category. I contacted the top vote getters in each category. I prefer top vote getters over winners because every business that received a vote is a winner in my book.

All but a few top vote getters were able to attend the Awards Show on Saturday, February 7th. I realized that I would need

some assistance with the production of the awards show, so I contacted Jeffrey Stites of the Brunswick Little Theater. Jeffrey and Alan agreed to serve as Masters of Ceremonies. I enlisted the help of the beautiful, Caitlin Lokey to serve as our “Vanna White”. And I asked my gregarious step daughter, Lauran Skipper to work the red carpet as field reporter for Southport Magazine TV, interviewing the quests as they arrived on the red carpet. I reached out to Mr. Ron Ronquillo of Pescado y Amor Photography to act as official photographer for the 2015 Maggie Awards. Silver Coast Winery agreed to host the after party and give part of the proceeds to the Amuzu. It was amazing how it all came together.

I feel very proud of what we were able to accomplish as a group. The staff of Southport Magazine, my family and my friends were all part of the process.

A special thanks to: Jen Barnett, our editor who served as my resident Psychologist talking me through some tough days and was willing to do whatever it took; Leslie Reschly, our Health Columnist who keeps me exercising and is always willing to lend a hand; Sue and Chuck Cothran and Liz Brinker who created and constructed the beautiful Maggie awards and lastly, my wonderful husband, Alan who I could never do without!

I hope as you read the coverage of the 2015 Southport Magazine Maggie Awards you will appreciate all the fine restaurants, businesses, services and people we have in our community. The Maggie Awards are meant to be a positive, celebration of all the hard working people in this area.

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outhport Magazine is proud to recognize local businesses that our readers think are doing an extraordinary job with the very first Maggie Awards.

It was a cool night in February and the place was all a buzz waiting to unveil Maggie winners at the awards show. Then the celebrating continued during the after party at the Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room on Howe Street.

But, we wouldn’t have had anything to celebrate if it not for the good folks in our community voting for their favorites. Here’s how the voting took place: Over several weeks, 12/1/14, through 11:59 p.m. 1/16/15 Southport Magazine readers filled out online ballots writing in their favorite responses to over 50 thought provoking questions covering food, shopping and humanitarian efforts. On 1/17/15 we burned the midnight oil tallying over 400 submissions. Soon after, the businesses with the most votes were notified, awards were made, party details were planned and then it was time to celebrate. We awarded over 50 restaurants, shops and businesses at the awards show including the most coveted award: The Golden Maggie, given to the business that received the most votes overall. Read on to see all the businesses and people who received votes from our community for doing an exceptional job!

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Over 50 awards were given out at the awards party

Maggie Awards 2015: Shops Q: Where would you shop to get your boyfriend/ husband the gift of his dreams?

Q: You’ve been invited to a party, where would you go for a host/hostess gift?

Most Votes:

Most Votes:

Pictured: Marle and Pat Dane

Pictured: Linda Wehe and Rick Thomas

Ocean Outfitters Other high vote-getters: Southport Motorcars, Grape & Ale, Lantana’s, and Ricky Evan’s Art Gallery

Q: Where is the best place to max out your credit card?

Most Votes:

Renee’s Fine Jewelry

Pictured: Renee Ward and daughter Miranda

Other high vote-getters: Cattail Cottage, Cat on a Wisk, Boo & Roo’s, Mad River, Magnoila Gifts and Ropa

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Other high vote-getters: Boo & Roo’s, Cattail Cottage, Color Me Carolina, Deborah’s Place and Lantana’s

Q: Where do you find your pets favorite treats?

Most Votes: Zeetlegoo’s

Pet & People Store Pictured: Rae Keane and Gilligan

Q: Where would you find the perfect pair of pumps?

Q: Where do you choose to consign your stuff?

Most Votes:

Most Votes:

Pictured: Rebekah Page, owner of Sole Searching

Pictured: Rebecca Funderbirk and Marsha Williams

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Rebecca’s Fabrications

Other high vote-getters: Shoe Fly, Peebles, Klassy Konsignment and Prissy Parrot

Other high vote-getters: Painted Mermaid, Klassy Konsignment, The Prissy Parrot and Three Sisters

Q: You’ve got a hot date, where would you go to find the perfect outfit?

Q: You only have $20 in your pocket. Which store do you head to?

Most Votes:

Most Votes:

Pictured: Pat Widman

Pictured: Candice Hobbs

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Other high vote-getters: Vitamin Sea, Boo & Roo’s, Ropa and Jazzy Jane’s Boutique

The Grape & Ale Other high vote-getters: Cattail Cottage, Jazzy Jane’s Boutique, Bullfrog Corner, Boo & Roo’s and Deborah’s Place www.SouthportMag.com / March 2015 / Southport Magazine 7

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Maggie Awards 2015: Restaurants & Bars Q: Wine is your thing, where do you go to get your fix?

Most Votes:

Grape & Ale

Pictured: Candace Hobbs

Other high vote-getters: Uncorked, Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room, The Wine Rack, Flights, Live Oak Cafe and Joseph’s Italian Bistro

Q: If you were buying a cake for a special occasion, where would you get it?

Most Votes:

Burney’s Bakery

Pictured: Syndi Cullifer and Courtney Bowen The Dream Team with their Maggie: David, Amanda, Kevin and Beau from Flights

Other high vote-getters: StaarrCakes, The Confectionary, Baked with Love, and Nancy Jo’s Bakery and Side Street Bakery

Q: If you had to choose one local dish for your last meal, what would it be?

Q: What breakfast spot do you crave on weekend mornings?

Most Votes:

Catering

Underground Tuna at Mr. P’s Bistro

Pictured: Executive Chef of Mr. P’s Steve Phipps

Other high vote-getters: Grouper at Joseph’s and Seafood BLT at Ports of Call

Q: You’re setting up a Fantasy football draft party; which place do you pick?

Most Votes:

Loco Jo’s Bar and Grill Pictured: Cara Slager and Zak Rhue

Other high vote-getters: Sláinte Irish Pub, Dead End Saloon, Fishy Fishy, Pirates Deck and The Oasis Bar & Grill 10 Southport Magazine / March 2015 / www.SouthportMag.com

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Pictured: Karen Taylor

Other high vote-getters: Local’s, Ports of Call, Beana’s, Moore St. Market and Shagger Jack’s

Q: You’re on a health kick, where do you go eat?

Most Votes: Tropical

Smoothie Café!

Pictured: David Smothers

Other high vote-getters: Taylor Cuisine Cafe & Catering and Moore Street Market.

Maggie Awards 2015: Restaurants & Bars and Services Q: You want to eat and watch the sunset, which restaurant do you pick?

Most Votes:

Island Way

Pictured: Chad Cook

Other high vote-getters: Provision Company, Fishy Fishy, Dead End Saloon, The Frying Pan and Yacht Basin Eatery

Q: It’s cold and you want soup, where do you go?

Most Votes:

Baked with Love

Q: Where is your favorite spot for a girls night out?

Most Votes:

Flights

Pictured: Amanda Wescott and Stephen Wall

Other high vote-getters: Ports of Call, Pescado Y Amor, Joseph’s Italian Bistro, Turtle Island and San Felipe

Q: You are single in Southport, where is the best place to go for a night on the town?

Pictured: Vanessa Turner

Most Votes:

Other high vote-getters: Moore St. Market, Dry Street Pub & Pizza, The Flying Fish Cafe and Oak Island Sub Shop

Pictured: Michelle Ahearn and Alyssa Bowhall

Sláinte Irish Pub Other high vote-getters: American Fish and Fishy Fishy

Q: You need to tickle your sweet tooth, where do you go?

Most Votes:

Burney’s Bakery

Pictured: Syndi Cullifer and Courtney Bowen

Other high vote-getters: The Confectionary, Staarr Cakes, Side Street Bakery, Dairy Queen, The Fuzzy Peach and Nancy Jo’s Bakery

Q: Where do you prefer to get your best workout in?

Most Votes:

Cape Fear Fitness

Pictured: Betsy Kimmel and Carysa Overcash

Other high vote-getters: BCC Dinah E. Gore Fitness & Aquatic Center, Oak Island Recreation Center, Cape Fear Fitness and CrossFit Safe Haven Co Master of Ceremonies, Jeffrey Stites and his lovely wife and Southport Magazine staff writer, Lisa P. Stites

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Maggie Awards 2015: Restaurants & Bars and Services

It was a full house at the first ever Maggie award ceremony as everyone was excited to see who won.

Q: You love a good craft beer. Where is your hangout spot?

Most Votes:

Loco Jo’s Bar & Grill Pictured: Cara Slager and Zak Rhue

Other high vote-getters: Flights, Grape & Ale, Dead End Saloon and The Wine Rack

Q: Which bar is the place where all the locals go?

Most Votes:

Old American Fish Company Pictured: Tina and Paul Tiling

Other high vote-getters: Sláinte Irish Pub Fishy Fishy, Loco Jo’s Bar & Grill, Ducker’s Pub & Grill and Pirate’s Deck 14 Southport Magazine / March 2015 / www.SouthportMag.com

Q: Who pours the best cup o joe?

Most Votes:

Port City Java

Pictured: Emily and Rodney Humphreys

Other high vote-getters: Moore St. Market, Flying Pig Coffee Shop, and Jumpin’ Java

Q: Where can you hear great live music?

Most Votes:

Fishy Fishy Café Pictured: Sloan Browning and Eric Beamer

Other high vote-getters: American Fish Company, Yacht Basin Eatery, Odell Williamson Auditorium and The Oasis Grill

Maggie Awards 2015: Services Q: You need a physical, where do you go for a checkup?

Most Votes:

Q: You want to find a new home, what person do you contact?

Dr. André Minor

Most Votes: Kay Joliff of Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors.

Other high vote-getters: Dr. Jessica Bocook, Dr. Terry Piper, Dr. Karen Wood, and Dr. Douglas Hiltz

Pictured: Kay and Taylor Joliff

Pictured: Dr. Andre and Rhonda Minor

Q: You’re shopping for a new pair of sunglasses or glasses, where do you go?

Most Votes: Dr. Tara Parnell Perceptions Eye Health and Wellness Pictured: Dr. Tara Parnell of Perceptions

Other high vote-getters: Thom & Renee Yost, Katherine Hufham, Elvira Gilbert, Brooke Rudd and Dot Schuck

Q: You’re selling your home, what company do you contact?

Most Votes: Margaret

Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors.

Pictured: Brooke Rudd and Jeremy Gaglie

Other high vote-getters: Vision Square Eye Care, Howard Eye Associates, Local Call Surf Shop and Seaside With Coffee

Other high vote-getters: Southport Realty, Intracoastal Realty and Atlantic Realty Professionals

Q: You found the love of your life! Where do you go buy the ring?

Q: It’s time to pamper youself, which spa do you visit?

Most Votes:

Cape Fear Jewelers

Most Votes:

European Touch Day Spa Pictured: Laura Brochure and Irena Sedivy

Other high vote-getters: Renee’s Fine Jewelry, Carolina Jewelry Exchange, Island Jewelers and Lantana’s

Other high vote-getters: E Salon and Spa, Beauty at the Beach, Mellow Moods Massage and Wellness Southport and Heart & Sol Wellness

Q: What fishing guide will help you get the biggest catch?

Q: Who do you trust with your pearly whites?

Most Votes:

Most Votes:

Pictured: Barbara and Captain Butch Foster

Family Dentistry

Other high vote-getters: Cool Runnings Charters, Greer Hughes and Captain Jimmy Price, Tommy Rickman and Michael Brazil

Pictured: Susanna Phipps and Denise Wicker

Pictured: Laurie Marquez and Chad Rector

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Dr. Scheetz and Dr. Bachara Other high vote-getters: Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry and Jennifer L. LaQuay - General Dentistry

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Maggie Awards 2015: Services

Southport Magazine TV reporter, Lauran Skipper interviews Brooke Rudd and Jeremy Gaglie of Margaret Rudd and Associates, Inc. Realtors on the red carpet.

Q: Where is the best venue to get married?

Most Votes:

Southport Community Center Pictured: Vickie Potter

Other high vote-getters: The Beach, Lois Jane’s Bed & Breakfast, 801 Ocean and Bald Head Island Chapel

Q: You want to caputure one of life’s special moments, which photographer do you call?

Most Votes:

Boswell Photography

Pictured: Mike Boswell and Karen Edwards

Other high vote-getters: Anne Liles Photography and Kristin Goode Photography

Q: You’re having a party, which caterer do you trust for all the grub?

Q: Time to throw a big party, which event planner do you seek?

Most Votes:

Taylor Cuisine Cafe & Catering

Most Votes: Seaside

Pictured: Karen Taylor

Pictured: Wendy Hilliard and Linda Koontz

Other high vote-getters: Turtle Island and Coastal Catering and The Confectionary

Other high vote-getters: Tommy Robbins of Shoresound Productions and Designs by Amber Lanier

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Maggie Awards 2015: Services Q: Time for a new hairdo, who do you see?

Most Votes:

Pure Hair Studio

Pictured: Kirby and Kendall Fincher

Other high vote-getters: The Cutting Edge, E Salon and Spa, Issac Allen and Watertown Hair

Q: You’re in trouble with the, law, who are you gonna call?

Most Votes:

Stiller and Disbrow, PC Pictured: Jason Disbrow

Other high vote-getters: Bachara & Essey Attorneys at Law, Jess Isenberg & Thompson and Adrian Iapalucci

Q: When you need to stretch it out, where do you go for yoga?

Most Votes:

Cape Fear Fitness

Pictured: Betsy Kimmel and Carysa Overcash

Other high vote-getters: Laugh & Breathe Yoga and Island Healing Chiropractic Center

Q: Your back is aching, where do you go to get a massage?

Most Votes: Mellow

Moods Massage & Wellness Pictured: Justin and Maranda Langley

Other high vote-getters: Heart & Sol Wellness, Island Healing Chiropractic Center, Beachin’ Day Spa and Donna Watts

Co-Mc’s Jeffery Stites and Alan Beasley enter the awards show with the winning results under lock and key.

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Maggie Awards 2015: Services and Other Q: Where is the most romantic spot for a first date?

Most Votes (tie):

Ports of Call Bistro and Joseph’s Italian Bistro

Pictured Left: Jake Pfohl, of Ports of Call Pictured Right: Liz Cervantes accepting for Joseph’s Italian Bistro.

Other high vote-getters: Island Way and Live Oak Café

Q: Your family pet has fleas, which vet would you choose?

Q: When you need financial advice, where do you turn?

Most Votes: Edward Pictured: Nick Kaplenski

Jones

Other high vote-getters: BB&T and Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Inc and Fairley McGowan Financial Service

Q: Who is the best local musician?

Most Votes: SGT

ROCK

Pictured: Russel Wilson, Eric White and Duane Jones

Other high vote-getters: Rev and Guy, Christine Martinez & Guy Phillips, Dennis Walton Band and Jeremy Truett

Maggie Lolz

Amusement from our awesome readers

Most Votes:

River Road Animal Hospital

Pictured: Dr. Ali Travis and Brad Shaffer

Other high vote-getters: Southport Animal Hospital and Oak Island Animal Hospital

Q: What’s the first thing you do when tourist season is done?

Most Votes:

Go to Provisions

Pictured: Maria and Paul Swenson and their grandson

Other high vote-getters: Go to the beach and Go out to eat

Q: You want to see your future, Which mystic do you call? A: You can’t give this award. They already know!

Q: To capture one of life’s special moments. Which photographer would you choose? A: Who took those pictures of Kim Kardashian??

Q: Where is the most romantic spot for a first date? A: Not dating. Not again.

Q: Where is the best place to pop the question? A: Depends on the question.

Q: Who is the most reliable and punctual Mr. Fix It? A: My Husband Q: What is the first thing you do when tourist season is over? A: Change my route to the office.

Q: Your family pet had fleas! Which vet would you choose? A: Do not have a vet, mine became Senator.

Q: When you need financial advice, where do you turn? A: Taylor Joliff, my Dad! Q: Your back is aching! Where do you go to get a massage? A: Beg the wife.

Q: You’re in trouble with the law! Who you gonna call? A: Ghostbusters!

Q: It’s time to pamper yourself. Which spa do you visit? A: Does Flights count as a spa?? A wine spa??

Q: You are single in Southport – Where is the best place to go for a night on the town? A: Home. Everything closes at 8.

Q: Where would you find the perfect pair of pumps? A: Go – Gas A: Not sure – small fat foot – hard to fit

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Maggie Awards 2015: Services and Other Q: Who is the most reliable and punctual Mr. Fix It? Most Votes:

domicile ReConstruction Pictured: Jeff Kruse

Other high vote-getters: Greg French of Southport Custom Home Exteriors and Allen Kinney Electrical

Q: Where is the best place to pop the question?

Most Votes: The Beach Other high vote-getters: Southport Waterfront and Mr. P’s Bistro

Q: You need help with your boat, who do you call?

Q: What activity do you always bring visitors to?

Most Votes:

Most Votes: The Beach Other high vote-getters: North Carolina Maritime Museum and Shopping

Blackbarry Marine

Pictured: David and Ronnie Harrison

Other high vote-getters: Southport Marina and JJ’s Boat Service

Q: Who is the hardest working community non-profit group?

Most Votes:

Communities in Schools Pictured: Pete and Dana Erbe

Other high vote-getters: New Hope Clinic, Waves 4 KIDS, Paws Place, Brunswick Little Theatre and S.O.I. Chamber of Commerce

The Golden Maggie Award The Golden Maggie winner received the most votes in the most categories overall Winner: Grape

& Ale

Pictured: Candace Hobbs

Q: Who is the hardest working local humanitarian?

Most Votes: Mary Ellen Sea Biscuit Wildlife Shelter

Rogers

Pictured: Mary Ellen Rogers

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Congratulations Dr. Minor!

2015 Maggie Award Winner

“Where to Go for a Physical” From All Your Friends at Dosher Memorial Hospital &

Call to Schedule Your Appointment with Dr. Minor Today!

André L. Minor, MD • 905 N. Howe St., Southport • (910)457-5657

Dr. André L. Minor with Maggie Award

A HUGE Thank you to the following businesses for making the 2015 Southport Maggie Awards a big success!

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SHOWCASE

PERFORMANCES BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

■■7916 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island – (910) 620-7073 Fridays – Open Mic – 7:00pm *all artists welcome

Cruising Down Memory Lane

DEAD END SALOON

■■4366 Fish Factory Rd., Southport 454-4002 • thedeadendsaloon.com 3/14 - Southpaw Band - 8:00 pm; 3/25 CC Martin - 7:00pm; 3/28 - Dennis Walton Band - 8:00 pm

Sea Notes sing songs from the 60’s | BY L I SA P . ST IT E S

W

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hen Susan Linton was contemplating what kind of concert she wanted to direct for the Sea Notes Choral Society this spring, she couldn’t help notice it was the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ groundbreaking appearance on the “Ed Sullivan Show.”

■■106 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport 457-1881 – fishyfishycafe.com *all shows from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm 3/6: Oldschool; 3/7: Heather & Dennis; 3/13: Dave’s Not Home; 3/14: The Dennis Walton Band; 3/20: Uncle Hairy; 3/21: Heather & Dennis; 3/27: The Dennis Walton Band; 3/28: TBD

LAZY TURTLE BAR AND GRILL

■■601 Ocean Dr., Oak Island (910) 278-7725 *all bands starting at 7:00pm 3/7: Party of Two ; 3/14: CC Martin ; 3/21: Privateers ; 3/28: The Lucky Girls Band

THE OASIS BAR & GRILL

■■8039 River Road S.E., Southport (910) 454-4004 • southportoasis.com *all music begins at 6:30pm 3/7: Cell Block 2; 3/14: John Toppings; 3/21: Plan B; 3/28: Linda Snyder; Friday night Karaoke: 7:00pm

YACHT BASIN EATERY

■■122 Yacht Basin Drive, Southport (910) 363-4108 3/5: Open Mic with Jeremy Truett; 3/6: Emily Burdette; 3/7: Christine Martinez with Guy Phillips and friends; 3/12: Open Mic with Jeremy Truett; 3/13: Dennis Walton & Heatehr Skipper:; 3/14: Parker Lanier; 3/19: Open Mic with Jeremy Truett; 3/20: Stray Local; 3/21: Randy Sadewater; 3/26: Open Mic with Jeremy Truett; 3/27: Double Barrel; 3/28: John Tatum & guest

The 100 plus members of the Sea Notes Choral society will perform 60’s classics at free concerts March 27 - 29.

“That started the wheels rolling,” she said.

Sea Notes will present “Songs from the 60’s” at three concerts in March. The free concerts will be Friday, March 27 at 7:30 p.m. and two matinee shows on Saturday and Sunday, March 28 and 29 at 3 p.m.

The concerts will be at Hatch Auditorium on the grounds of the Baptist Assembly at Fort Caswell.

The show promises to be a popular one, with the choral group covering a variety of favorite 60’s sounds.

“We’ve got some great music,” Linton said. “I can tell from their faces that they’re having a good time,” she said of the Sea Notes members.

There were so many kinds of music produced in the 60’s, and many of those songs are favorites of later generations as well. Selections for the concert include a

few medleys, such as a dance music combo that features the “Locomotion” and “Twist and Shout.” The men will harmonize on Beatles’ classics such as “Yesterday” and “She Loves You,” while the ladies will take on the 5th Dimension’s “Wedding Bell Blues,” Patsy Cline’s “Crazy,” and Petula Clark’s “Downtown.”

The whole group will also sing “Bob Dylan’s “Blowin’ in the Wind,” some Simon and Garfunkel and Beach Boys’ favorites “I Get Around” and “In my Room.”

Though the concerts are free, donations for the non-profit group will be accepted.

Sea Notes boasts more than 100 members, and the group is working toward purchasing seated risers, which will allow performances at larger venues, such as Odell Williamson Auditorium. The group sang to packed houses at Hatch Auditorium for performances of its winter concert, “Sea-

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sons of Love,” in December. Linton said the group hopes to provide seated risers for 130-140 singers.

Music from the 1960’s has been a part of our culture ever since, and audiences of all ages can appreciate the concert. “The music brings back a lot of memories,” Linton said. She and pianist Jane Boberg will play selections from “West Side Story,” and the concert will also include percussion and guitars.

“Who knows,” Linton said. “There may even be some dancing.”

To become a Friend of Sea Notes or a Business Supporter, go to www.sea-notes. com or call (910) 620-6275. ✪

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■■111 N. Howe St. Southport – (910) 523-2552 The historic Amuzu Theatre presents Broadway on Howe Street 3/1: 3:00pm; 3/6: 7:30pm; 3/8: 3:00pm Tickets are $18 and are available at Ricky Evans Art Gallery and Color Me Carolina.

BRUNSWICK LITTLE THEATRE

■■8068 River Road, Southport (240) 793-8037 www.brunswicklittletheatre.com A Stagestruck Production - Godspell 3/6: 7:30pm; 3/7: 7:30pm; 3/8: 3:00pm; 3/13: 7:30pm; 3/14: 7:30pm; 3/15: 3:00pm

HATCH AUDITORIUM

The North Carolina Baptist Assembly at Fort Caswell ■■100 Caswell Bch Rd. Oak Island, NC 3/27- 7:30 pm: Sea Notes; 3/28 - 3:00pm: Sea Notes; 3/29 - 3:00 pm: Sea Notes

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A Landmark with a Story to Tell

Amuzu Theatre has been amusing audiences for generations | BY REB ECC A J O N E S If you take a walk up North Howe Street, you’ll see the faded blue vertical Amuzu sign, circa early 1950’s, sticking off the side, once lit up by neon, now a cozy home to a bird’s nest.

T

he Historic Amuzu Theatre in South- es were replaced with more comfortable port is a local landmark. Located two cushioned chairs, and the organ was reblocks up from the Cape Fear River at 111 placed with a sound system. Curtains were North Howe Street. The building still man- draped along the brick walls to accommoages to convey what was - the beckoning date the acoustics bright lights that drew evening crowds to Tragedy struck when BL Furpless, died the picture shows. The building was built at the age of 49. What was a father and in 1918 by builder, brick mason and former son business became a son and mother two term Mayor of the coastal town, Price business. Bill at 15 was running the show: Furpless. The Amuzu Theatre has been ordering the movies, doing the advertising a venue for entertainment for residents and handling the day to day operations. and visitors of the area for almost a cen- That was the year 1962, also the 50th tury. Cinematography, depicting stories anniversary of the Amuzu. To mark the for viewing pleasure, can be found on the milestone and pay tribute to Bill’s father theatre walls. They have evolved thru the and grandfather, a celebration was orgayears charting time and generations. The nized the week of July 4th, featuring the constant is the building and the story be- flick, The Golden Age of Comedy. It was a hind it, material worthy of the big screen. compilation of works from 1918 featuring It is a story of family, tradition, talent and Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Charley Chase and Buster Keaton, to name a few. Tickdedication.

The name Amuzu, as in “Amuse you” et prices reflected those of early years; 5 would have been an apt original name for cents for children and 10 cents for adults. a movie theatre, certainly more creative As the film industry became more adwith the promise of an hour or so of enter- vanced so did television and cable televitainment. The first pictures to show were sion, hurting the movie houses of the day. the silent films. Think of the era of Charlie Then came the 70’s when the big multi cinChaplin. The seats were wooden benches emas were being built in the outskirts of and sound was provided by a live organ- towns dwarfing the smaller movie houses, ist accompaniment. Price Furpless and his and in a majority of cases, marking the end wife Lily ran and operated the business. of the downtown movie house era.

Peanuts were available as concessions.

The Amuzu continued to run movies thru Family lore has it that Lily would cut slits the 70’s. Repairs and maintenance, both of Amusing audiences for almost a century. in the bottom of the peanut bags to deter the building and the movie equipment sent patrons from popping empty bags during the Amuzu struggling to compete with the newer bigger cinemas. They began op- be used again for years; a twenty-five year the show.

Price and Lily’s son, Bremen Lanier, or erating on a seasonal schedule, running in intermission.

BL Furpless, joined the family business, the busier summer months and closing in And life goes on. Bill seeing the theatre business and wife Cathy, both After the long hiatus, the Amuzu was ready thru the Depression, WWII taught in the Brunsand Hurricane Hazel. BL’s son wick County Schools again to amuse, this time on the stage. Their Bill, followed suit in the family and raised their family small stage that was built for possible business beginning at a young here. The Amuzu’s hisage, his first job was to hold vaudeville and traveling shows and now was tory of film did have an the door shut from the thegoing to be put to use with live performances. interesting side chapater to the lobby. “The door ter. While not showing didn’t have a spring, so I would movies, the building sit to keep it closed to prevent the light the winter. The last movie to run was an was in the movies: Crimes of the Heart, I from coming in,” reminisced Bill. Later his edited version of Close Encounters of the Know What you did last Summer and The duties expanded to the soda machine op- Third Kind, shown in October of 1980. The Secret Lives of Bees, all featured scenes erations that came in the 50’s with candy old wooden doors of the Theatre closed. using the building. sales at the ticket booths. Wooden bench- No one knew at the time, that it wouldn’t After the long hiatus, the Amuzu was

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ready again to amuse, this time on the stage. Their small stage that was built for possible vaudeville and traveling shows and was now going to be put to use with live performances. Britton Campbell, a former student of Cathy’s, came to the Furpless’, with the concept of Stage 11 Productions. The timing was right. The first Stage 11 production was Jekyll and Hyde in February 2005. Life was restored in the Theatre promoting restorations of the building. Bill and Cathy began the Historic Amuzu Theatre productions. Bill is the theatre manager and operator, Cathy takes on the role of keyboard player and musical creator/ director. Daughters Laura Furpless and Catherine Smutko have been

SHOWCASE

Amuzu Performers: Andy Williams, Ivey Locklear, Al Delts, Laura Furpless, Jack Burnish, Danny Davis, Onya Gardner,Cynthia Hamrick, Tom VonVoight, Traci Bullock, Cathy Furpless, Herb Linesburgh, Laura Spencer, Mark Bachara, Catherine Smutko, Roberta Dosher and Ron Thompson

involved in almost all of the productions.

Since 2010 a core group of dedicated and talented volunteers; including a light person, sound person and troupe of actors and singers have been performing” Broadway on Howe Street” and the “Old Time Rock and Roll” slated each summer. This year’s Broadway on Howe Street is being directed by daughter, Laura Furpless, a music teacher in Leland. Songs from favorite shows will be featured including, Little Shop of Horrors, Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Wicked, Cats, Mama Mia and many more. Show times in March are Sunday March 1st and Sunday March 8th at 3pm and Friday March 6th and Saturday March 7th at 7:30pm.

Tickets are $18.00 and are available at Ricky Evans Gallery located at 211N. Howe Street in Southport or Color Me Carolina at 300 Country Club Drive in Oak Island.

Ticket funds are used to restore, remodel and update the historic building. (possibly new LED lights replacing the broken neon tubes for the iconic sign.) It is a lot of work; an old building, but it’s a labor of love.

“It’s been a constant in my life,” Bill speaks of the theatre with affection. Future plans? In addition to the Amuzu Theatre productions, the Furpless’ would eventually like to show independent films, and run a classic movie series: so, that’s-not-all- folks! The story continues...www.facebook.com/AmuzuTheatre • www.amuzutheatre.com. ✪

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SEAFOOD SPECIALTY

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 hand-rolled pizza, Jersey-style breads and authentic Italian, to Southern comfort foods and fresh seafood.

ATLANTIC SEAFOOD AND STEAKS

5059 Southport-Supply Rd. SE, Southport 457-4477 • www.atlanticsouthport.com Casual dining with variety from seafood, steak, chicken and pasta. Known for its Calabash-style cuisine and low-country classics.

MODERN AMERICAN

BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB

LIVE OAK CAFE

1 Salt Meadow Trail, Bald Head Island 457-7300 • www.bhiclub.net Offers options, from the Pelicatessen located poolside, to the pub-style 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.

614 N. Howe St., Southport 454-4360 • www.liveoakcafenc.com Serving creative cuisine in a cozy atmosphere, Live Oak Cafe offers dishes such as duck crepes, low-country gumbo, and baked scallops au gratin.

MR. P’S BISTRO

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

THE BLUE MARLIN

4419 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 363-4075 Serving up a menu to satisfy all palates.

The Blue Marlin specializes in seafood, steaks and pastas in a fun, relaxed, Caribbean atmosphere.

THE PHARMACY RESTAURANT

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

CAPE FEAR RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

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

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.

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.

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FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT

TURTLE ISLAND RESTAURANT & CATERING Irish Car Bomb Cupcake from Bella Mae Cupcakery located in The Southport Tea House. Chocolate fudge cake with Guinness Stout, with chocolate ganache made with Jameson Whiskey and Bailey’s Irish Cream Frosting!

ISLAND WAY RESTAURANT

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

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.

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JOLLY ROGERS

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 bourbon salmon.

FRYING PAN

319 West Bay St., Southport • 363-4382 Featuring homemade sweet potato biscuits and fried seafood, as well as other delicacies such as crab salad.

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

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Featuring Southern classics like fried pickles and shellfish steam pots to global dishes such as Italian meat antipasto and Mediterranean-style 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.

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

CAFES, DELIS AND GRILLS BAKED WITH LOVE

302 N. Howe St., Southport • 454-0044 Offering sandwiches, salads, soups and quiche. A gem of a café located on Southport’s main drag.

BEANA’S KITCHEN

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

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 home-style sandwiches like chicken salad and burgers.

SAVOR 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 old-fashioned, hand-patted hamburgers, plus bbq, hot dogs, chili cheese fries and breakfast sandwiches and platters.

FAT ANDY’S BURGERS

4655 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport • 2697008 Handmade burgers using 100% ground chuck, plus freshly cut French fries.

GREENLANDS FARM STORE

668 Midway Rd. SE, Bolivia 253-9515 • www.greenlandsfarmstore.info Farm-fresh, organic and natural ingredients—grown here, made here! Gluten-free 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.

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, Southport 457-9009 A burger joint with fish sandwiches, pulled pork and shrimp wraps. Offers select Vietnamese dishes, too, with over 60 beer selections.

OAK ISLAND DELI AND PUB

5422 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-40005 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 old-fashioned 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 fried-chicken sandwiches.

OLDE BRUNSWICK GENERAL STORE

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

RUSSELL’S PLACE

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

SIDE STREET CAFÉ

5827 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, 933-4615 Offering hand-pattied 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. Gluten-free options, too. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

MOORE STREET MARKET

130 E. Moore St., Southport • 363-4203 Open for breakfast and lunch, this market specializes in organic and fair-trade coffee as well as gourmet sandwiches crafted with Boar’s Head deli meats.

TAYLOR CUISINE CAFÉ

731 N. Howe St., Southport • 454-0088 Bald Head Marina at Deep Point • 457-7830 www.taylorcuisinecatering.com Putting its Southern style where guests’ mouths are, this eatery offers “Taylor-made” fried string beans, fried green tomatoes, country fried steak and more in two locations.

TROLLY STOP

111 S. Howe St., Southport 457-7017 • www.trollystophotdogs.com A staple in NC, Trolly Stop is renowned across the nation for its one-of-a-kind 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 made-to-order with fresh, simple, superior ingredients.

QUIZNO’S SUBS

5130 Southport-Supply 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 AND GRILL

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

BARBECUE BIG AL’S SLAM DUNK BBQ

607 North Howe St., Southport (910) 477-2832 Pulled pork, baby back ribs, smoked

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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.

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WEEKLY WINE TASTINGS

Every Thurs., 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. • $5+.

■■Uncorked by the Sea 602-A N. Howe St., Southport 454-0633 www.uncorkedbythesea.com “Good Wines for a Great Cause” Wine Tastings benefit local non-profit organizations. Join us to enjoy great wines and hors d’oeuvres while helping out a worthy cause.

DAILY WINE AND CRAFT BEER TASTINGS Mon.-Thurs. and Sat., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

■■The Grape & Ale 8521 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4384 www.thegrapeandale.com

Taste our free samples or enjoy a top-shelf wine from our wine station for a small fee.

Every Friday, wine tastings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Week one of January - 90 pts. and higher rated wines; Week two - Wine Club Wines Past, Present, and Future; Week Three - Regional Wines; Week Four - Bargain Barrels.

Every Thursday, Riedel Wine Glass Tastings. Call to register.

DAILY WINE AND CRAFT BEER TASTINGS

Any time, no appointment needed • $6

■■Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room 105 S. Howe St., Southport 777-5151 www.silvercoastwinery.com Silver Coast Winery Tasting Room in downtown Southport offers wine and craft beer tastings seven days a week.

Come in any time between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., and 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Sunday, and enjoy six wines or six beers (keep the souvenir glass) for $6.

DAILY WINE AND CRAFT BEER TASTINGS Any time, no appointment needed

■■Flights • 1513-9 N. Howe St., Southport • (910) 363-1202 Flights offers wine and craft beer tastings seven days a week. Enjoy six wines or six beers. Mon.-Thurs., 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Fri. 12 p.m to 10 p.m.; Sat. 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Premium wine tastings from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday evenings.

AFTERNOON TEA TASTING AND FOOD PAIRING

Thursday, March 26th ■■Southport Tea House 611 N Howe St, Southport, NC 28461, (910) 833-0227 $10 per person (tax and gratuity not included) Come and sample 3 teas paired with delicious gourmet tasting plates.

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SOUTHPORT SMOKE HOUSE

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

Large country home on one level with over 3 acres to play with - only 15 minutes from Southport. Oak cabinetry and stainless appliances in the kitchen and a spacious dining room for entertaining. Large bedrooms and a seating area in the master.

Beautifully decorated! Listed at $349,500 Call Elvira Gilbert (910)619-4087

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staples such as lo mein, sesame chicken, and General Tso’s.

TASTE OF CHINA

KOBE JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI

INTERNATIONAL

TENGU JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE

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

PORTS OF CALL

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

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.

THE BAR-B-QUE HOUSE

ITALIAN

TERRY’S NORTH CAROLINA BAR-B-QUE & RIBS

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

CHINESE ASIAN TASTE

1671 N. Howe St., Ste. 3, Southport 457-0988 • www.asiantastesouthportnc.com Take-out traditional Chinese food, with

BELLA CUCINA

5177 Southport-Supply Rd., Southport 454-4540 • www.belladiningnc.com Focusing on family Italian recipes, Bella Cucina serves up everything from fine and fresh local seafood to hand-tossed, 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 candle-lit 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!

Vintage • Cottage Shabby Chic Vintage Cane Back Sofa $895 414 N. Howe Street, Southport, NC 28461 (910) 457-0011 • Hours: Tues-Sat 10-5

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

4956 Long Beach Rd. SE, Southport 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.

PLAZA MARIACHI

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

SAN FELIPE

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

PIZZERIAS DRY STREET PUB AND PIZZA

101 E. Brown St., Southport 457-5994 • www.drystreetpubandpizza.com Known for hand-made, 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

SAVOR 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 oven-toasted subs and calzones.

PEPPERONI GRILL @ THE BEACH

4320 East Beach Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465 910-250-1190. www.pepperonigrillnc.com Open 7 days a week year round. Offering eat in, take out, and delivery.

POLISH PIEROGIES

8017-A E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island º368-8098 Specializing in the Polish delicacy for which they’re named, this restaurant is set up for take-away 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.

TAPAS FLIGHTS

1513-9 N. Howe St., Southport (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 SHOPS AHOY DOUGHNUTS

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

BLUE SEA COFFEE SHOP

7916 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 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. Wi-Fi & 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.

CRAZY CAKE CHICKS

5119 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4253 • www.crazycakechicks.com We have a variety of cakes on our standard menu. We also prepare a full line of special order desserts including low-sugar, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and seasonal items by special order.

THE CONFECTIONARY

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

FLYING PIG COFFEEHOUSE

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

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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.

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, wi-fi, indoor and outdoor seating.

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

PORT CITY JAVA

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

Coffee catering available.

SIDE STREET BAKERY

105 West Saint George St., Southport 363-4629 Locals suggest the cupcakes, lemon bars, key lime pie, and carrot cake.

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

6324 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 933-4503 • www.leakytikiinc.com Homemade ice cream and fudge since 2009.

SPIKE’S DAIRY BAR

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

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CHEERS What’s The Craic?

Irish treats at Southport’s Sláinte | BY JEN BA RN E T T AND KR I S BEASLEY

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irst things first: it is pronounced SAH-LAN-CHA or more officially Sláinte or slàinte (slahn-che), which is literally translated as “health” and is commonly used as a drinking toast in Ireland and Scotland.

JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY

With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, it seemed fitting to head to Southport’s own Irish Pub, Slainte and get the lowdown on some Irish favorites. Manager, Patrick Gaynor guided us on a tour through four different drinks: Guinness Irish Dry Stout, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Half and Half Cocktail and the Irish Car Bomb.

GUINNESS IRISH DRY STOUT

There is a 5-step process to pouring a glass of Guinness correctly. 1. Always use a clean glass. (Never use the same glass to refill.) 2. Always use a special “tulip shaped” glass. 3. Only fill the glass 3/4 of the way full on the first pour. All the head (foam) comes from the first pour. 4. Let it rest for 119.5 seconds. 5. The second pour comes next, filling the glass. “Many people think of Guinness as a heavy, high calorie beer, but it actually contains fewer calories than a Budweiser”, says Patrick. (Only 125 calories per glass)

Lays it’s claim to being the world’s best-selling Irish whiskey! They even a have Jameson Masters Club, similar to the Masters in golf, where you can earn a green blazer once you have reached 100 points.

“We want people to drink Jameson, enjoy Jameson. It’s part of the Irish heritage.,” says Patrick with pride. He also suggests that if you aren’t used to drinking Jameson, start with a Jameson and Ginger. This is a simple mixed drink of Jameson Irish Whiskey and ginger ale. Slainte Irish Pub hosts several events throughout the year, where Jameson Master Club members can show off their green blazers!

Slainte also carries other varieties of Irish whiskey and according to Patrick, they are not all the same. The grain bill determines the taste and the cask used. It will be spicy if it was aged in a Sherry cask and more toffee and buttery in a Bourbon cask. Irish whiskey is aged at least 3 years but some are aged much longer, 18 years and on! All of these differences determine the cost, shots range from $6 to $65!

HALF AND HALF

Simple but must be prepared correctly.

Fill a glass half full with Harp Lager. Then using a pouring spoon, fill the glass the rest of the way up with Guinness. The spoon prevents the Guinness from mixing and because it is lighter it floats on top of the Harp Lager, creating two layers. This is where the name “Half and Half” comes from. (Warning: Don’t ever make the mistake of calling it a “Black and Tan”, at least not in an Irish pub or in Ireland if you are ever there on vacation!)

IRISH CAR BOMB (SHOT)

Fill a shot glass with 1/2 a shot of Irish whiskey and 1/2 a shot of Irish Cream.

Fill a pint glass half full with Guinness.

Drop the shot glass into the glass of Guinness. Enjoy it quickly because it will curdle!

You can find all these Irish favorites and more at Slainte Irish Pub. Be sure to check out the menu, which has several recipes using Guinness as an ingredient!

And be sure to stop in on St. Paddy’s day for corned beef and cabbage and Shepherd’s pie. ✪

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SPOTTINGS

(Above) What a good looking group we had on stage at the Maggie Awards!!!

Alan Beasley, Kris Beasley, Caitlin Lokey and Jeffery Stites.

Liz Cervates, bartender extraordinaire at Silver Coast Winery tasting room.

(Right) Our owner Kris Beasley and our Editor Jennifer Barnett having a blast at our first annual Maggie Awards!

Blinded by the light of her new found fame as a 2015 Maggie Winner, Kay Joliff flashes us her winning star!

Slainte Irish Pub hosts an event a couple times a year for the Jameson Master Club Members. Everyone proudly sports their official green blazers. www.SouthportMag.com / March 2015 / Southport Magazine 39

SPOTTINGS

Betty Morrison of Margret Rudd & Associates,Inc.,Realtors and musician Guy Phillips enjoying the music provided by, favorite band, SGT ROCK

Editor Jen Barnett is in amazement at the door prize, Kathleen McGowan won at the Maggie after party

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EXERCISE EVENTS LAUGH & BREATHE YOGA (910) 250-9171

■■Cape Fear Fitness: Mondays 8am & 9am Wednesdays 8am & 9am Fridays 5:30pm ■■Trinity United Methodist Church: ■■Adult Flow Yoga, Mon., 3pm -$12* ■■Southport Oak Island Chamber of Commerce, 4433 Long Beach Rd: ■■Yoga for Runners, Tues., 6:30pm $12* ■■Southport Presbyterian Church: ■■Adult Flow Yoga, Wed., 5:30pm $12* ■■Children’s Yoga (ages 3-8) Thurs., 4pm (pre-paid series) ■■Series runs March 12 – April 9 *Multiple class rates available. CALL FOR INFO

OAK ISLAND RECREATION CENTER 3003 E. Oak Island Dr., please call to confirm classes, instructors and times (910) 278-5518

■■Senior Mature Arobics: Tues. and Thurs. 7:45am. $2 Residents/$3 non-residents ■■Senior Yoga: Tues. and Thurs.

10:45am $2/residents/ $3non-residents. Please provide your own mat.

■■Total Body Conditioning for Seniors: Wed. 2pm $2 Residents/ $3 non-residents.

■■Tai Chi For Arthritis: Sat. $4 Residents/$6 non-residents.

■■CardioWeights: Wed. 5pm ( lasts 45 minutes) $4 Residents/$6 non-residents. Bring mat and water.

■■Body Sculpt: Sat. 12pm $4 Residents/$6 non-residents.

■■Booty Blast: Sat. 9:00am $4/residents and $6/non-residents.

■■Fit Fusion: Mon. and Wed. 8am $4 Residents/$6 non-residents.

■■Yoga: Mon. and Wed. $4/residents and $5/non-residents. Please provide your own mat ■■Hi/Lo Aerobics: Mon. 9am. $2 Residents / $3 non-residents.

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■■Fit 4 Life: Mon. and Wed., 11 a.m. • $1 ■■Yoga/Pilates: Tues. & Thurs., 9 a.m. • $5 ■■Yoga w. Sandy: Tues. & Thurs., 6 p.m. • $5 ■■TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): Fri., 11a.m.

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■■-Yoga: Wednesdays 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. $7 drop-in; 6-class packs for $36. 854-0112.

■■-Zumba: Tues. & Thurs., 8 a.m. & 9:15 a.m.; Tues., 5:30 p.m. Sat., 8:30 a.m. 233-5687

ISLAND HEALING CHIROPRACTIC 8809 E. Oak Island Dr., Oak Island 278-5877 www.islandhealingchiropractic.com

■■Adult Circuit: Mon and Fri 8-8:45 a.m. • $8 ■■Yoga: Mon 9-10:15 a.m.

■■Tues & Thurs at 9-10:15 a.m. • $8 ■■Wed. at 6 p.m., $8 or 10 for$65 ■■Pilates: Wed 9:30-10:30 a.m. • $8 ■■TRX: Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m.

■■Wed 7-8pm p.m. Sat 9-10 a.m. • $10 ■■Children’s Circuit: Thurs 6:30-7:15 p.m. • $6

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GENTLE YOGA WITH DEE BUCKINGHAM

■■Southport Jaycee Building, 309 Fodale Ave. www.RisingTideYoga.com ■■Mondays from 10:15am to 11:30 am. $4

YOGA WITH PAM MOULIN

■■Inspirations Dance Centre, 7969 River Rd.,910- 612-7441 www.inspirationsdancecenter.com ■■Mon., Fri. and Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Walk in fee of $8/$10 per class.

AGELESS YOGA WITH BEVERLY WEINSTEIN, RYT and Ronnie Weinstein, RYT 200 Country Club Dr., Oak Island 910-248-9644 • Sign-up at www.agelessyoga4u.com

■■Tues. & Fri.: Gentle Yoga, 9-10 a.m. and 10:45-11:45 a.m.; Tues. & Wed.: Vinyasa, 6-7:15 p.m. (Wed. evenings, beach yoga through Oct. with donations to SOAR); Wed.: Vinyasa, 9-10 a.m.; Sat: Yin Yang Yoga, 9:30-10:45 a.m.; Sun., Mixed Level Hatha, 10:3011:45 a.m. Sign up online; pre-registered fee, $8. Walk-in fee, $10.

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FEATURE Southport Makes the List

Coastal Living names our coastal town one of ten finalists

T

ime Inc.’s Coastal Living, the leading authority on coastal home and travel, today has named Southport, North Carolina to its fourth annual top ten list of America’s Happiest Seaside Towns.

The 2015 list of the happiest places to live by the sea is live on www.coastalliving. com/happytowns2015 and in the March issue of Coastal Living, on newsstands now.

The unranked list includes top beach destinations across the United States, from California to Mississippi to New Hampshire.

Coastal Living America’s Happiest Seaside Towns 2015 (in alphabetical order): ■■Corona del Mar, CA ■■Delray Beach, FL ■■Monterey, CA ■■Narragansett, RI ■■Ocean Springs, MS ■■Portsmouth, NH ■■Southport, NC ■■Tybee Island, GA ■■Venice, FL ■■Wellfleet, MA

Consumers can vote through March 31, for their favorite town to determine which will be named the Coastal Living No. 1 Happiest Seaside Town in America. Follow the conversation and spread the word

How They Picked the Winners

on social media with #CLHappyTown and vote online at www. coastalliving.com/happytowns2015. Coastal Living will feature the No. 1 Happiest Seaside Town in the July/August issue of Coastal Living, on newsstands June 19, and onwww.coastalliving.

Source: Wikipedia com.

“We’re thrilled to share the ten happiest nominated by people via social media. Living Top Ten “America’s Happiest Seatowns along the coast Coastal Living then collects each town’s side Towns” list, which is then ranked this year,” said Coastal rank on the Gallup-Healthways Well-Be- by the public from February 13 through Living Editor-in-Chief Antonia ing Index, percentage of sunny days, air March 31. van der Meer. “From the cliffside quality, healthiness of beaches, commute beaches of Monterey, California, to the times, crime ratings, walkability, standard ABOUT COASTAL LIVING A national magazine that celebrates life sandy dunes of Wellfleet in Cape Cod, along the coast, Coastal these towns truly exemplify Living (www.coastalliving. the happiness you only find Consumers can vote through March 31, for com) is the source of inspiby the sea. We can’t wait to their favorite town to determine which will be ration and information for find out which town Ameripeople who live or dream named the Coastal Living No. 1 Happiest ca will choose as this year’s of living a coastal lifewinner.”

Seaside Town in America. style. Now in its 17th year, To choose the 2015 finalCoastal Living serves a toists for “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns,” Coastal Living editors of living and financial well-being of the tal audience of 4.9 million. Coastal Living begin by reviewing destinations that have locals, geographic diversity, and Coastal is available on all tablets and is published been lauded in the past as Coastal Living Living editors’ assessment of each town’s by Time Inc., the largest magazine media Dream Towns, along with towns that are “coastal vibe.” This results in the Coastal company in the United States.✪ They began with every place they’ve lauded as a Dream Town, and took nominations online, too. From there, they looked at the rank on the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, percentage of clear and sunny days, healthiness of beaches, commute times, walkability, crime ratings, standard of living and financial well being of the locals, geographic diversity, and our editors’ assessment of each town’s “coastal vibe.” The result: an amazing list for 2015 from every coast! (Previous winners were not eligible.)

How often can I vote?

You can vote every hour. Votes are limited to one per IP address.

The Results The winning town, along with the entire top ten ranking, will be revealed in the July/August issue.

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CALLING ALL ARTISTS!!

Calling All Artist to Southport, North Carolina: The historic City of Southport is celebrating world-class art in a hometown atmosphere with its second annual two-day PAINT THE TOWN Plein Air Paint Out. Southport’s Department of Tourism invites artists to participate in this exciting OUTDOOR event. PAINT THE TOWN is sponsored by the City of Southport as a way to support artists in our area and bring public art to our community. April 24th & 25th, 2015. Time to Register!

Fri. April 24th the public is invited to attend a “Meet the Artist Reception”. 6:00 pm Saturday A WET PAINT sale : 4:00 until 5:00pm on the lawn of the Fort Johnston Southport Museum and Visitors’ Center located at 203 E. Bay, behind the NC Maritime Museum visit www.cityofsouthport.com to register online. No registration fee required. For more information contact Cindy Brochure at cindy_brochure@southportnc.org or (910) 523-6124.

BEGINNER CHALK PAINT CLASSES The Southport Smoke House BBQ Real smoked favorites including brisket and ribs.

(910) 363-5035 Earth To Fire Pottery Studio & Art Gallery Artisan Pottery Studio. (910) 742-4045 Village General Store Jams, Jellies, & Local Honey. (336) 324-4801 Inspirations Today Unique Gift items made locally to internationally, and Women’s Apparel. (910) 805-4027 Signa Scents (Inside Inspirations Today) Vegan & Organic-based Soaps & Body Products of all types, made locally. (910) 805-4027

Carolina Manual Therapy Licensed Physical Therapist, Certified in Watsu Aquatic Therapy & much more. (910) 278-6794 Belly Busting Brittle Locally made brittle of all kinds.

(704) 651-3968 Debbie’s Hair Design Currently has waiting list Yard Sale - The Store Continuous yard sale, only inside The Computer Doctor Computer Repair, & more. (910) 448-1601

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Painted Mermaid, 1208 N. Howe St. (910) 454-4549 Wed. 3/4/15 6:30pm Window $55 Wed. 3/11/15 6:30pm frame $35 Wed. 3/18/15 6:30pm Window $55 Wed. 3/25/15 6:30pm frame $35 Others available by appointment. Pre registration required. Call for details

SEA NOTES CHORAL SOCIETY’S 2015 SPRING CONCERT

“Songs from the 60s” Friday, March 27 - 7:30pm Saturday, March 28 - 3:00pm Sunday, March 29th - 3:00 pm Hatch Auditorium on the grounds of the Baptist Assembly at Caswell Beach/Oak Island 910620-6275.

The chorus will be directed by Susan Linton

and Jane Boberg will be accompanying. Concerts are always free to the public; donations are welcomed as Sea Notes is a nonprofit organization. To become a Friend of Sea Notes or a Business Supporter go to www.sea-notes.com

GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP FOR FARMERS MARKET AND LOCAL FOOD PROMOTION PROGRAMS

North Carolina Cooperative Extension is hosting free grant writing workshops for potential applicants to the AMS Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Grant Program on April 14 in Morganton and on April 21 in Mount Olive. Registration is limited to the first 50 registrants at each location.

Come learn about materials and resources that can improve your success rate for USDA Ag Marketing Service grant programs, including the Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP) and the Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP) For more information: Register here for Morganton training http://bit.ly/AMSTAmorganton Register here for Mount Olive training www. bit.ly/AMSTAmountolive QUESTIONS? Becky Bowen, blbowen@ncsu. edu, 919-628-4317 or Noah Ranells, nnranell@ ncat.edu, 336-285-4658

COASTAL CONSUMER SHOWCASE

March 5 - 4pm-7pm. St. James Plantation , Southport (800) 245-3871 No matter if you are new to the area or just want to know what’s new to the area, the Coastal Consumer Showcase is a must attend event.

We know that sometimes it is difficult to find a business that provides a product or service. You can search the Chamber’s Business Directory but going to an event where you can see the product or talk with the business owner about their services, is extremely valuable. For this reason, the Chamber holds the Coastal Con-

sumer Showcase.

For the general public. There are many free giveaways provided by the participating businesses.

Free Seminars Free Food Samples Free Giveaways Chinese Auction Admission is free and includes one ticket to the Chinese Auction. Additional tickets to the Chinese Action may be purchased. What is a Chinese Auction? Each business will have a prize at their booth. Near the prize in each booth there will be a ticket collection bowl. If you want to win that prize, you can put your ticket (or as many tickets as you have) in the bowl.

At the end of the show, each business will draw a ticket from the collection bowl in their booth to pick the winner of their prize. Winners will be notified by the business owner.

4TH ANNUAL GIRLS DAY OUT AT THE AIRPORT

March 7th - 2pm-4pm. Cape Fear Regional Jetport -Airport Road Entrance An event that’s all about women in aviation.

This is a FREE event and we encourage women of all ages to join us. Hosted by the two women flight school owners at the Cape Fear Regional Jetport: Barb Olsen-Gwin & Jessica Wallace.

Celebrating Women in Aviation Worldwide!

We’re excited to have aviatrix Sandi Brown as our guest speaker. And PRIZES! - For all you trivia buffs out there - brush up on your women in aviation history.

REALIZING THE FUTURE: CREATING A VISION BOARD

March 10th : 10:00am – noon. Lower Cape Fear Hospice, SECU Hospice House of Brunswick, 955 Mercy Lane SE in Bolivia. (910) 7968056 Participants will learn how to create their own personal journals using art materials supplied by facilitator Lorraine Perry, Lower Cape Fear Hospice Healing Arts coordinator and bereavement counselor. Registration is mandatory

HEARTS AND SOL WELLNESS For more information call Cathy Johnston 910-228-1035 Or Sharon Faw 704-905-9535

MEANINGFUL MONDAY CLASSES

We begin each Monday night experience with meditation at 6:15 and all classes begin at 7:00. We are delighted to offer these classes as a gift to our wonderful community.

TRUST YOUR GUIDANCE

A 3 week course of Spiritual Unfoldment Paige Hall-Ferraro Cost: $111.00. 2:00pm to 5:00pm each day. Dates: Saturdays Feb 21st, Feb 28th, March 7th. Register online at www. paigehallferraro.com

A DAY WITH JAIME LEE

Bliss Out AND Discovering what will bring you happiness and fulfillment. Jaime Lee. Cost: $50.00 . Date: Saturday March 14th The purpose of this event is to introduce the work of Listen Fully and leave participants with a joyful connection to what matters most to them. There will be two parts to A Day with Jaime Lee. The first part, she calls her “Bliss-Out Exercise”. The experience will leave you seeing how pieces of your early years gave you a road map to seeing what in life will give you joy.

The second half of the day will be devoted to discovering what will bring you happiness and fulfillment from this point forward. The day will leave you refreshed and inspired

SELENITE AND SOUND

Paige Hall-Ferraro and Nicki LeMarbre. Cost: $33.00. Date: Wednesday March 18th 4:00 pm-6:00 pm. Register online at www.paigehallferraro.com

COASTAL CAREER FAIR

March 17th - 10 am – 2 pm. BCC Main Campus, LaDane Williamson Student center Speak with local employers, regarding open positions and training opportunities. Establish contacts for internships. Participate in career development workshops.

2015 HISTORICAL SOUTHPORT BICYCLE TOURS

Sat., March 28 - 3:00 pm. Sat., April 18 - 3:00 pm . The Adventure Kayak Company 807 Howe St. Southport, NC www.theadventurecompany. net. For reservations, information and more tour dates call: (910) 454-0607. VOTING Deadline Coastal Living’s Happiest Seaside Town in America. 3/31/15 Is the LAST DAY!!

Time Inc.’s Coastal Living, the leading authority on coastal home and travel, announced its fourth annual top ten list of America’s Happiest Seaside Towns. The 2015 list of the happiest places to live by the sea is on www.coastalliving. com/happytowns2015 and in the March issue of Coastal Living, on newsstands now.

Vote online at www.coastalliving.com/happytowns2015 Help choose Southport as the 2015 finalists for “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns”!!!! www.coastalliving.com/travel/happiest-seaside-town

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THE 26TH ANNUAL SPRING FESTIVAL AND CHILI COOK-OFF !!

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Friday April 3 - 10:00—5:00 Saturday, April 4 - 10:00—4:00 Mark your calendars for one of Southport’s grand festivals Fun for all ages!!

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